2019-2020 University Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2019-2020 University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Nursing

  
  • SNU 411 - Mental Health Nursing Practicum

    2 Credit(s)

    Fall semester.

  
  • SNU 420 - Family-Health Nursing

    3 Credit(s)

    Fall semester.

  
  • SNU 421 - Family-Health Nursing Practicum

    2 Credit(s)

    Fall semester.

  
  • SNU 440 - Community and Global Nursing

    3 Credit(s)

    Spring semester.

  
  • SNU 460 - Transition to Professional Practice

    3 Credit(s)

    Spring semester.

  
  • SNU 461 - Transition to Practice Practicum

    4 Credit(s)

    Spring semester.

  
  • SNU 470 - Senior Nursing Special Topics

    2 Credit(s)

    Spring semester.


Nutrition and Dietetics

  
  • SNT 120 - Food Science and Technology I (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    2 Credit(s)

    Beginning course in the science and technology of food, food preparation, and food processing. Fall semester.

    Corequisite(s): SNT 121 .
  
  • SNT 121 - Food Science and Technology I Lab (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    1 Credit(s)

    Laboratory experiences that use experimental approach to illustrate chemical and physical reactions in food. Fall semester. Fee.

    Corequisite(s): SNT 120 .
  
  • SNT 160 - Nutrition for Life (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    3 Credit(s)

    Introductory study of nutrition principles and their relationship to health. Discussion of topics such as vegetarianism, dieting, and eating disorders. Laboratory experiences investigating nutritional content of food and related topics. Fall, spring, and summer and ADP Session 1. Fee. Satisfies the Science requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum.

  
  • SNT 161 - Sports Nutrition (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    3 Credit(s)

    This course focuses on knowledge and application of sports nutrition and performance. Topics include energy expenditure during resistance and endurance exercise, timing of pre- and post-competition meals, special needs of various athletic groups, energy metabolism by macro and micronutrients, and their role in weight control with athletes. Safety and validity of proposed ergogenic aids are also investigated. Spring semester. Fee. Satisfies Science requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum.

  
  • SNT 200 - Seminar in Nutrition and Dietetics (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    3 Credit(s)

    Exploration of the dietetics profession. Examination of professionalism, professional roles within dietetics, skills that enhance professional and personal achievement, and research interpretation. Investigation of issues such as professional ethics, evidence-based practice, and cultural diversity. Emphasis on the use of the APA format for research paper documentation. Fall semester.

  
  • SNT 220 - Safety and Sanitation Food Service (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    1 Credit(s)

    The ServSafe Certification course, a product of the National Restaurant Association Education Foundation (NRAEF), is designed to educate food service professionals on current food safety standards, teaching the industry standards in all aspects of food handling, from receiving and storing to preparation and service. Includes a nationally recognized final examination that results in a 5-year ServSafe certification for those who pass. Spring semester. Fee.

  
  • SNT 300 - Principles of Nutrition (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    3 Credit(s)

    Study of nutrient function and metabolism, with application to nutritional needs of the healthy adult. Examines methods for determining diet quality and nutritional status. Covers current topics, with an emphasis on the development of opinion based on critical thinking. Spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): SCH 120  or SHL 214 .
  
  • SNT 301 - Methods of Nutrition & Dietetics Ed (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    2 Credit(s)

    Concentrates on methodology in teaching from planning through evaluation. Extensive work is completed in the areas of learning theories and instructional strategies. Fall semester.

    Prerequisite(s): SNT 300 .
  
  • SNT 305 - Adventures in Food and Nutrition (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    3 Credit(s)

    Through study in a specific area of the United States or in a country outside of the United States, students explore the culture by investigating local food customs and nutrition issues. M-term, odd-numbered years. Repeatable for credit. Fee.

  
  • SNT 310 - Health Promo & Nut Ed-Sup Practice (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    3 Credit(s)

    Experience in applying teaching methods in elementary, junior, and senior high schools, childcare centers, senior-citizen centers, and adult venues; experience in various stages of the research process; and experience with community nutrition programs. Spring semester. Fee. Dietetics majors only.

    Prerequisite(s): SNT 301 , SNT 350 , and SNT 400 .
    Corequisite(s): SNT 421 .
  
  • SNT 320 - Food Science and Technology II (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    3 Credit(s)

    An in-depth study of the science and technology of food, food preparation, and processing. Topics such as food additives, organic food production, and biotechnology are addressed. Spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): SCH 100 , SNT 120 , and SNT 121 .
    Corequisite(s): SNT 321 .
  
  • SNT 321 - Food Science & Technology II Lab (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    2 Credit(s)

    Laboratory experience in which students conduct their own research involving ingredient manipulation to produce a food product with specific nutritional parameters. A research paper and food demonstration are requirements of this lab experience. Spring semester. Fee. Writing Intensive course.

    Prerequisite(s): SNT 120  and SNT 121 .
    Corequisite(s): SNT 320 .
  
  • SNT 324 - Food Service Systems Management I (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    3 Credit(s)

    Topics include quantity food purchasing, production, and commercial food service equipment. Fall semester.

    Prerequisite(s): SBU 180 , SNT 120 , and SNT 121  .
    Corequisite(s): SNT 325 .
  
  • SNT 325 - Food Service Systems Mgmt I Lab (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    1 Credit(s)

    This laboratory focuses on three aspects of food service management: quantity food purchasing, production, and equipment. Students develop skills in quantity food production in weekly labs and food service management by managing a commissioned/assigned dinner or luncheon. Fall semester. Fee.

    Prerequisite(s): SNT 121  and SNT 220 .
    Corequisite(s): SNT 324 .
  
  • SNT 326 - Food Serv Sys Mgmt 1: Sup Practice (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    2 Credit(s)

    Off-campus experience in a quantity food service operation to develop skills in purchasing, production, and commercial food service equipment operation. Experience coordinated with classroom learning. Fall semester. Fee. Dietetics majors only.

    Prerequisite(s): SNT 220 .
    Corequisite(s): SNT 324  and SNT 325 .
  
  • SNT 330 - Health Care Issues & Administration (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    3 Credit(s)

    Introduction to the U.S. health care industry: its providers, stakeholders, principles, financing, organization and delivery systems. Examines current issues, ethics, policies and factors affecting the industry and the health of the country. Facilitates the development of critical thinking by requiring the student to analyze conceptual and practical issues confronting the health care professional. Spring semester.

  
  • SNT 350 - Medical Nutrition Therapy I (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    3 Credit(s)

    Examines life cycle nutrition and appropriate medical nutrition therapy for various disease states. Nutritional assessment, disease pathophysiology, drug-nutrient interactions, laboratory data, and standard treatment relevant to each topic. Fall semester.

    Prerequisite(s): SBL 141 , SHL 216 , and SNT 300 .
  
  • SNT 370 - Advanced Nutrition (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    3 Credit(s)

    Integrates nutrition, physiology, and biochemistry in the study of nutrient metabolism at the cellular level. Explores metabolic alterations in pregnancy, diabetes, and stress. Spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): SCH 202 , SHL 216 , and SNT 350 .
  
  • SNT 400 - Community Nutrition (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    3 Credit(s)

    Examines relationship and application of nutrition to community health at the local, national, and international levels. Includes investigation of public programs and interrelationships of socioeconomic factors, legislation, policy making, and nutrition intervention, on the quality of life. Fall semester.

    Prerequisite(s): SNT 300 .
    Corequisite(s): SNT 350 .
  
  • SNT 402 - Community Nutrition:Supervised Prac (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    Taken twice: 0 in fall, 3 in spring. Credit(s)

    Experience with on-going nutrition programs, community assessment, proposal development, business plan development, and implementation. Fee. Dietetics majors only.

    Prerequisite(s): SNT 310 .
  
  • SNT 405 - Food Service Management II (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    3 Credit(s)

    A specialized management course that explores the management of volume food service operations with an emphasis on human resource and financial management. Both for-profit and nonprofit operations are examined. Covers additional topics specific to the food service industry including management theories, communication skills, and government regulations. Fall semester.

    Prerequisite(s): SNT 324  and SNT 325 .
  
  • SNT 410 - Independent Study (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    Variable Credit(s)

    Taught by arrangement with instructor. Variety of topics open to advanced students. Repeatable for credit. Permission required.

  
  • SNT 415 - Medical Nutr. Therapy I:Sup.Pract. (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    2 Credit(s)

    Off-campus supervised experience in health care facility applying the nutrition care process and developing interviewing skills. Fall semester. Fee. Dietetics majors only.

    Prerequisite(s): SNT 330  and SNT 421 .
    Corequisite(s): SNT 450 .
  
  • SNT 421 - Nutrition Care Process (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    3 Credit(s)

    Exploration of the nutrition care process. Instruction in screening, interviewing, assessment, and counseling methods with focus on the development of nutrition diagnosis, intervention, monitoring, and evaluation of outcomes. Emphasis on use of evidence-based practice guidelines. Spring semester. Fee.

    Prerequisite(s): SNT 350 .
    Corequisite(s): SNT 310  and SNT 330 .
  
  • SNT 426 - Food Serv Sys Mgmt II: Sup Practice (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    4 Credit(s)

    Off-campus experience in the management function of a food service organization. Competence developed in managing the operation of a food service facility. Spring semester. Fee. Dietetics majors only.

    Prerequisite(s): SNT 326  and SNT 405 .
  
  • SNT 450 - Medical Nutrition Therapy II (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    4 Credit(s)

    Continuation of SNT 350  with greater emphasis on nutrition support. Fall semester.

    Prerequisite(s): SNT 370  and SNT 421 .
    Corequisite(s): SNT 415 .
  
  • SNT 451 - Medical Nut.Therapy II:Sup.Practice (Nutrition and Dietetics)

    6 Credit(s)

    Off-campus experience in the clinical phase of dietetic practice. Competence developed in such areas as interviewing, counseling, application of medical nutrition therapy, and the nutritional care process. Spring semester. Fee. Dietetics majors only.

    Prerequisite(s): SNT 415  and SNT 450 .

Orthodontics

  
  • SOR 500 - Orthodontics Internship (Orthodontics)

    9 Credit(s)

    The orthodontics internship at Seton Hill University’s Center for Orthodontics is a one-year, non-accredited program. This program is intended for dental school graduates who have a desire to enhance their knowledge and understanding of orthodontics in order to be better prepared to treat and manage orthodontic patient cases which range in difficulty above the level of treatments that might typically be rendered by general dentists. Also this program is preparation for a possible residency in orthodontics. Fall, spring, and summer. Repeatable for credit. Pass/Fail only.

  
  • SOR 700 - Foundations of Orthodontics (Orthodontics)

    2 Credit(s)

    This course provides an introduction and overview of the curriculum for the 30-month orthodontic program. Residents gain foundational knowledge and information and a working knowledge of orthodontics in order to engage in patient treatment. An eclectic overview of various topics which are addressed in other curriculum areas such as applied clinical orthodontics, growth and development, occlusion/function/TMD, and practice management. Summer.

  
  • SOR 706 - Pre-Clinical (Orthodontics)

    2 Credit(s)

    Provides the orthodontic residents the opportunity to perform some of the very same clinical procedures they will be performing on patients in a laboratory, simulated environment, including information and directions for patient record acquisition and retention. Summer. Pass/Fail only.

  
  • SOR 707 - Clinical 1 (Orthodontics)

    2 Credit(s)

    Includes the actual treatment of patients as well as the preclinical training that provides the knowledge, understanding, and skills necessary to render orthodontic patient care. Residents make initial patient records which include: taking bite registrations, making impressions for e-models, taking facial and intra-oral photographs, taking panoramic and cephalometric radiographs. They also perform orthodontic diagnoses and treatment plans, place separators, perform bondings/bandings, and at times place various orthopedic appliances. Summer. Pass/Fail only.

  
  • SOR 708 - Clinical 2 (Orthodontics)

    8 Credit(s)

    Residents are involved in many of the clinical procedures relevant for patients who are starting orthodontic treatment: initial records for assigned patients, finalize the treatment plans, place separators, bond/band, place initial archwires, and place orthopedic appliances when necessary. Residents continue procedures performed in SOR 707 , but with more opportunities for bracket placements, placing initial archwires, adjusting and placing wires beyond the initial level, and aligning wires. Fall semester. Pass/Fail only.

  
  • SOR 710 - Clinical 3 (Orthodontics)

    8 Credit(s)

    Clinical procedures are directed at patient management, orthopedic corrections, retooling and adjustment of archwires, mid-treatment records, updating medical histories, use of intra- and inter-arch elastics, space closure for extraction cases, and open and deep bite mechanics. Spring semester. Pass/Fail only.

  
  • SOR 712 - Biomechanics 1 (Orthodontics)

    0.5 Credit(s)

    This course is designed for post-doctoral orthodontic residents to justify efficient and effective clinical application of biomechanics in orthodontics. This course starts off with a discussion of, why we need biomechanics in orthodontics? This course employs PowerPoint presentations, reading materials, and analysis of topics such as concurrent forces: fields of mechanics, characteristic of a force, force magnitude, force direction and sense, resultants. Nonconcurrent forces systems and forces on a free body are then reviewed: magnitude and direction of the resultant, moments and couples, determining the point of force application of resultants. These topics are discussed in juxtaposition to clinical applications such as headgear, maxilla-mandibular elastics, deep-bite correction. Fall semester.

  
  • SOR 713 - Applied Clinical Orthodontics 1 (Orthodontics)

    1 Credit(s)

    The frame of reference for this course is an Evidence-Based Clinical Practice (EBCP) perspective on various clinical topics in orthodontics. With EBCP described as the integration of the best research evidence with clinical expertise and patient values, EBPC is a synthesis of at least four factors: 1) scientific evidence; 2) patient preferences or values; 3) clinical/patient circumstances, and 4) experience and judgements. Some of the topics discussed in this course are: evidence-based orthodontics, biomechanics, Rinchuse Dual slot system and the Bidimensional system, enhancement orthodontics, self-ligation, extraction v. nonextraction controversy, early treatment controversy, the efficacy of functional appliances, timing of treatment, psychosocial aspects of orthodontics, and evidence-based efficacy in clinical orthodontic practice. Fall semester.

  
  • SOR 714 - Applied Clinical Orthodontics 2 (Orthodontics)

    1 Credit(s)

    The frame of reference for this course is an Evidence-Based Clinical Practice (EBCP) perspective on various clinical topics in orthodontics. Some of the topics discussed in this course are expansion; retention, stability, and relapse; impacted teeth; oral hygiene; management of pain and anxiety from a non-pharmacology and pharmacology perspective relating to orthodontics such as analgesics, fluorides, bisphosphonates, potential endogenous and exogenous substances to enhance and retard tooth movement. Spring semester.

  
  • SOR 715 - Biomechanics 2 (Orthodontics)

    0.5 Credit(s)

    As Biomechanics 1 SOR 712  is a prerequisite, this course is a continuation. In this course, post-doctoral orthodontics residents will discuss equilibrium, which is based on Newton’s First Law, as it relates to orthodontic biomechanics. Topics discussed with clinical application and case scenarios are the biomechanics of tooth movement, orthodontics anchorage, stress, strain, and the biologic response, forces from wires and brackets, Burstone’s six bracket geometries, the role of friction in orthodontic appliances. A synthesis of the biomechanical principles learned in these courses are applied for the solutions of common clinical problems encountered in orthodontics. Spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): SOR 712 .
  
  • SOR 716 - Treatment Planning (Orthodontics)

    Variable 0.5-1 Credit(s)

    The purpose of this seminar is to solicit peer and faculty recommendations for diagnosis and treatment plans for orthodontic cases. Diagnosis, problem list, ideal treatment plan, alternative treatment plan(s), and informed consent are discussed from an evidence-based clinical practice model. Summer, fall, and spring. Repeatable for credit.

  
  • SOR 722 - Special Topics in Orthodontics (Orthodontics)

    Variable 0.5-1 Credit(s)

    Special Topics in Orthodontics (STO) is an amalgamation of learning materials from outside speakers, conferences, AAO presentations that are not covered in the structured curriculum, or a reinforcement of previously covered topics from other educational media. Furthermore, this course considers learning materials that residents have been assigned or investigate on their own through electronic database searches of grey areas via “hand” searches. Summer, fall, and spring. Repeatable for credit.

  
  • SOR 728 - Growth and Development 1 (Orthodontics)

    0.5 Credit(s)

    Focuses on the growth and development of craniofacial complex as well as somatic growth. Topics include: facial embryology and growth, craniofacial growth and orthodontics, growth modification, growth patterns, theories of craniofacial growth, craniofacial anomalies in growth and development, genetic influence on skeletal growth, growth of the cranial vault and base, and growth of the maxilla and mandible; timing of treatment; early treatment; and dento-facial orthopedics. Fall semester.

  
  • SOR 730 - Growth and Development 2 (Orthodontics)

    0.5 Credit(s)

    Focuses on theories of growth control, social and behavioral development, early stages of development, later stages of development, and craniofacial pathology. Residents also read and present articles on growth and development, the application of this unit to clinical orthodontics including timing of treatment, and the issue of early treatment. Spring semester.

  
  • SOR 732 - Occlusion, Function, TMD 1 (Orthodontics)

    0.5 Credit(s)

    An evidence-based approach to the most pertinent clinical issues related to occlusion/TMD. Consideration of such orthodontic related topics and issues as static occlusion, functional occlusion, and TMDs including introduction to TMD/orofacial pain, pathophysiology and diagnosis of TMD/orofacial pain, and static and functional anatomy of masticatory system. Fall semester.

  
  • SOR 734 - Occlusion, Function, TMD 2 (Orthodontics)

    0.5 Credit(s)

    An evidence-based approach to the consideration of such topics and controversies as TMD (Orofacial pain) management, TMD treatment modalities and splint theories, centric relation, and the utilization of articulators as diagnostic in orthodontics. Spring semester.

  
  • SOR 736 - Research 1 (Orthodontics)

    1 Credit(s)

    The focus of this course is research design and methodology. Some of the course content is measures of central tendency; differences between descriptive and explanatory research; types of observational studies; RCTs; randomization and blinding, CONSTORT 2010; PRISMA; AMSTAR; electronic database searches; type I alpha and type II beta errors; probability and confidence intervals; T-tests; ANOVA; one-tailed v. two-tailed tests; parametric v. non parametric statistics; simple linear regression. Fall semester.

  
  • SOR 738 - Research 2 (Orthodontics)

    1 Credit(s)

    This course starts with the various components of a research paper; title page, abstract, keywords, introduction, materials and methods, results, discussion, conclusions, and references. However, the major emphasis is the preparation of an institutional review board (IRB) proposal that is presented to peers and instructor for evaluation. Spring semester.

  
  • SOR 806 - Clinical 4 (Orthodontics)

    8 Credit(s)

    Having had one year’s experience working with orthodontic patients, residents receive transfer patients from third year residents. Transfer patients may be in various stages of their orthodontic treatment. Summer. Pass/Fail only.

  
  • SOR 808 - Clinical 5 (Orthodontics)

    8 Credit(s)

    The focus is the treatment and management of orthodontic patients who are approximately one year into their treatments. Residents are involved in mid-treatment mechanics, which includes the use of rectangular archwires and adjustment wire bends. Achievement of canine and molar relations, and management of space closure. Fall semester. Pass/Fail only.

  
  • SOR 810 - Clinical 6 (Orthodontics)

    8 Credit(s)

    Resident case treatments are focused on mid and final stage treatment procedures including placing rectangular wires, finishing wires, end of space closure for extraction cases, case completions, debonding/debanding, final records, and fabrication and placement of retainers. Spring semester. Pass/Fail only.

  
  • SOR 812 - Applied Clinical Orthodontics 3 (Orthodontics)

    1 Credit(s)

    Clinical issues and controversies in orthodontics are presented from an evidence-based perspective. Residents are required to do a review of the literature on an assigned topic, write a paper, and present it to the group via PowerPoint. Residents are also required to participate in group discussions, challenging and questioning the quality of evidence, reliability and validity of the information presented. Summer.

  
  • SOR 828 - Practice Management 1 (Orthodontics)

    1 Credit(s)

    This course enables residents to appreciate and comprehend the complexity of the future environment in which they will practice. Major areas of emphasis are the discussion of solo practice vs associateships, practice acquisition, valuation of an orthodontic practice, doctor-patient relationships, marketing strategies, employee vs independent contractor status, office management, office finances, office staffing, and OSHA, EPA, and DER regulations. Fall semester.

  
  • SOR 830 - Practice Management 2 (Orthodontics)

    1 Credit(s)

    Major areas of emphasis are: leadership in orthodontic practice, collections, purchasing a practice, practice transition, personal financial management, retirement planning, ethics, and risk management/ jurisprudence as it relates to orthodontic practice. Ethical terminology, principles, and issues are presented and debated. Various case scenarios from the literature regarding orthodontic practice are discussed and ethical solutions proposed. Spring semester.

  
  • SOR 836 - Research 3 (Orthodontics)

    1 Credit(s)

    Residents focus on selecting a research topic, refining the research topic into a research hypothesis/question, and having it approved by their research advisor. Summer.

  
  • SOR 838 - Research 4 (Orthodontics)

    2 Credit(s)

    Residents complete the writing of the literature review and methodology sections of their research project. By the end of this course, residents should have the methodology/protocol approved by their research advisor and start data collection. Fall semester.

  
  • SOR 840 - Research 5 (Orthodontics)

    2 Credit(s)

    Residents work independently with their research advisor(s) to complete data collection, data analyses, and writing of the results section of the project manuscript. Spring semester.

  
  • SOR 906 - Clinical 7 (Orthodontics)

    8 Credit(s)

    Third-year residents transfer all cases that they will not complete to the second year residents. The focus of the patient treatments is on the finishing stages of orthodontics which include finishing wires, finishing biomechanics, finishing elastics, debond/debanding, making and placing retainers, finishing records, and case completion work-ups. Summer. Pass/Fail only.

  
  • SOR 908 - Clinical 8 (Orthodontics)

    8 Credit(s)

    Residents complete all cases except those which were transferred to second-year residents. The clinical emphasis is on debonding, taking final records, placing retainers, and managing some retention patients. Residents are required to do a formal case completion work-up for 30 finished cases and have a sign-out for each case by the attending faculty. Fall semester. Pass/Fail only.

  
  • SOR 936 - Research 6 (Orthodontics)

    2 Credit(s)

    Residents work independently with their research advisor(s) to prepare the discussion and summary/conclusion sections of their research project. Summer.

  
  • SOR 938 - Research 7 (Orthodontics)

    2 Credit(s)

    The residents have completed their required research project and now have the responsibility of completing the writing stage of the research project. The residents prepare the final draft of their research projects for submission to a professional journal. Fall semester.

  
  • SOR 990 - ABO Case Completion (Orthodontics)

    0 Credit(s)

    Graduates may enroll in this course when they need to complete additional comprehensive cases. May be taken no more than twice. Spring and summer. Permission of the program director required. Pass/Fail only.


Physician Assistant

  
  • SPA 201 - Physician Assistant Seminar (Physician Assistant)

    0 Credit(s)

    This seminar is offered in each year of the undergraduate portion of the BSMS track of the physician assistant program. Students meet in sections by year. This course is required for all BSMS physician assistant majors and must be taken three times. Freshman and sophomores students enroll in the course in the spring semester. Juniors enroll in the course in the fall semester. Fall and spring semesters. Repeatable. Pass/Fail only. Two hours every other week.

  
  • SPA 220 - Neuroscience (Physician Assistant)

    3 Credit(s)

    This course is an introduction to the human nervous system with emphasis on the structure and function of the human brain.  Topics include the evolution and development of the brain, function of nerve cells, sensory systems, control of movement and speech, learning and memory, emotion, and dysfunctions of the brain.  Students will learn to research and write about different clinical topics involving the human brain.   Fall semester. Fee.

    Prerequisite(s): SHL 214 .   
  
  • SPA 410 - Independent Study (Physician Assistant)



  
  • SPA 500 - Clinical Year Orientation (Physician Assistant)

    0 Credit(s)

    Students learn about their role and expectations during the clinical year rotations. Students are taught how to log patients in Typhon, how to use an online system called Exam Master for off campus test taking, learn how to obtain orientation materials for sites, and review requirements and assignments expected of them during the clinical year. Spring semester. Pass/fail only.

  
  • SPA 501 - Procedures/ Diagnostics II Remedial (Physician Assistant)

    0 Credit(s)

    This course is designed to provide remedial instruction in diagnostic procedure performance for students who fail to demonstrate mastery when tested in the primary lab section. Fall semester. Permission required. Fee. Pass/Fail only.

  
  • SPA 502 - History and Physical I Remedial Lab (Physician Assistant)

    0 Credit(s)

    This course is designed to provide remedial instruction in H & P I lab skills performance for students who fail to demonstrate mastery when tested in the primary lab section. Spring semester. Permission required. Fee. Pass/Fail only.

  
  • SPA 503 - History & Physical II Remedial Lab (Physician Assistant)

    0 Credit(s)

    This course is designed to provide remedial instruction in H & P II lab skills performance for students who fail to demonstrate mastery when tested in the primary lab section. Fall semester. Permission required. Fee. Pass/Fail only.

  
  • SPA 504 - General Surgery Remedial Lab (Physician Assistant)

    0 Credit(s)

    This course introduces student to the skills and principles associated with the care of the surgical patient. The student masters essential tasks which include using aseptic technique; surgical scrubbing; donning gown and gloves; instrument and equipment identification; the use, application and removal of steri-strips, staples, and sutures; medical office procedure skills; documentation of procedures and informed consent; and communicating complex issues to peers and patients. Spring semester. Permission required. Fee. Pass/Fail only.

  
  • SPA 505 - Procedures and Diagnostics I Remediation Lab

    0 Credit(s)

    Course is designed to provide individualized remediation for students who fail to demonstrate mastery in tested procedures inthe prinary Prodecures and Diagnostics I course.  Permission Required.    Summer. Fee. Pass/Fail.

  
  • SPA 510 - Behavioral Medicine (Physician Assistant)

    3 Credit(s)

    Introduces concepts of health psychology and behavioral medicine. Topics include: effective interpersonal communication skills, basic counseling skills, normal growth and development, normative responses to stress, emotional problems of daily living, psychosomatic manifestations of illness and injury, sexuality, responses to death and dying, and multicultural issues related to delivery of patient care. Emphasis is on self-awareness and establishing a working alliance with patients. Spring semester.

  
  • SPA 515 - Medical Ethics (Physician Assistant)

    1 Credit(s)

    Introduces the concept of medical ethics as a system of moral principles dealing with values as they relate to human conduct. Professional ethics of the physician assistant are also explored. Summer.

  
  • SPA 520 - Pathophysiology I (Physician Assistant)

    2 Credit(s)

    A study of the complex nature of homeostatic imbalances leading to disease. Topics include: acid-base balance; medical genetics; disorders of immunity and inflammation; blood disorders. Spring semester.

  
  • SPA 521 - Pathophysiology II (Physician Assistant)

    1 Credit(s)

    Continuation of SPA 520 . Topics include disorders of the pulmonary, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal including hepatobiliary and exocrine pancreatic function, and genitourinary systems. Summer.

    Prerequisite(s): SPA 520 .
  
  • SPA 522 - Pathophysiology III (Physician Assistant)

    2 Credit(s)

    Continuation of SPA 521 . Topics include disorders of the endocrine and nervous systems. Fall semester.

    Prerequisite(s): SPA 521 .
  
  • SPA 540 - Human Gross Anatomy I (Physician Assistant)

    4 Credit(s)

    Designed to present an in-depth consideration of the gross anatomy of the human body using both systemic and regional approaches. Lecture material supplemented by dissections of human cadavers to enhance the understanding of the complexity of human anatomy. Includes lecture and laboratory supplemented with clinical scenarios. Topics introduction to the systems, head, neck, back, throax, abdomen, and limbs. Spring semester. Fee.

  
  • SPA 541 - Human Gross Anatomy II (Physician Assistant)

    2 Credit(s)

    Designed to present an in-depth consideration of the gross anatomy of the human body using both systemic and regional approaches. Lecture material supplemented by dissections of human cadavers to enhance the understanding of the complexity of human anatomy. Includes lecture and laboratory supplemented with clinical scenarios. This course is the second part of a two-semester series. Topics: the posterior body wall, pelvic cavity, perineum, central nervous system, and endocrine system. Fall semester. Fee.

    Prerequisite(s): SPA 540 .
  
  • SPA 550 - History & Physical I (Physician Assistant)

    2 Credit(s)

    Physical examination portions include general survey, skin, HEENT, lymphatics, neck, lungs, heart, abdomen, peripheral vascular, musculoskeletal, and neurological. Introduces cultural diversity and its impact on individual healthcare. Spring semester.

    Corequisite(s): SPA 551 .
  
  • SPA 551 - History & Physical I Lab (Physician Assistant)

    1 Credit(s)

    Gives students practice in the history-taking and physical examination skills presented in SPA 550 . Spring semester. Fee.

    Corequisite(s): SPA 550 .
  
  • SPA 552 - History & Physical II (Physician Assistant)

    2 Credit(s)

    Continuation of SPA 550 . Includes instruction in physical examination of the genitourinary and reproductive systems and techniques and physical examination modifications needed for the geriatric patient, pediatric patient, and pregnant woman. Problem-oriented exams are presented in small-group learning format. Fall semester.

    Prerequisite(s): SPA 550 .
    Corequisite(s): SPA 553 .
  
  • SPA 553 - History & Physical II Lab (Physician Assistant)

    1 Credit(s)

    Gives students practice in the physical examination skills presented in SPA 552 . Fall semester. Fee.

    Prerequisite(s): SPA 550  and SPA 551 .
    Corequisite(s): SPA 552 .
  
  • SPA 600 - Diagnostic Laboratory Medicine (Physician Assistant)

    1 Credit(s)

    A comprehensive introduction to diagnostic laboratory medicine. The course covers urinalysis, microbiology, hematology, serology, blood chemistry, and special diagnostic laboratory testing, serving as a foundation for understanding disease processes and diagnostic methods offered later in the curriculum. Spring semester.

  
  • SPA 610 - Procedures & Diagnostics I (Physician Assistant)

    2 Credit(s)

    This course is designed to provide instruction in the interpretation of basic radiologic studies. Topics include types of radiologic studies, indications for ordering and interpretation of chest, abdominal, and skeletal films. Summer. Fee.

  
  • SPA 611 - Procedures & Diagnostics II (Physician Assistant)

    1 Credit(s)

    This course is designed to provide instruction in diagnostic procedure performance. Topics covered will include asepsis and sterility, sterile gloving, venipuncture, injections, urinary catheterization, intervenous catheter placement, and nasogastic tube insertion. Fall semester. Fee.

    Prerequisite(s): SPA 610 .
  
  • SPA 620 - Pharmacology I (Physician Assistant)

    2 Credit(s)

    Presents principles of clinical pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics appropriate for common medical problems seen in clinical practice, instruction in counseling patients regarding compliance, and proper technique for writing prescriptions. Topics include the pharmacotherapy of dermatological, HEENT, and musculoskeletal conditions. Summer.

  
  • SPA 621 - Pharmacology II (Physician Assistant)

    2 Credit(s)

    Continuation of SPA 620 . Topics include antiinfective agents, pulmonary, cardiovascular, and psychiatric medications. Fall semester.

    Prerequisite(s): SPA 620 .
  
  • SPA 622 - Pharmacology III (Physician Assistant)

    2 Credit(s)

    Continuation of SPA 621 . Topics include the pharmacotherapy of nephrological, urological, endocrine, reproductive, neurological, and gastroenterologic conditions. Review of common medications in clinical practice from SPA 620  and SPA 621 . Spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): SPA 621 .
  
  • SPA 640 - Primary Care Modules I (Physician Assistant)

    2 Credit(s)

    Introduces the history of the physician assistant profession and information on professional organizations, certification, and licensure. Other topics include documentation, coding procedures, billing, health promotion, and wellness. Summer.

  
  • SPA 641 - Primary Care Modules II (Physician Assistant)

    2 Credit(s)

    Introduces specialty areas of electrocardiography interpretation and psychiatry. Fall semester.

    Prerequisite(s): SPA 640 .
  
  • SPA 642 - Primary Care Modules III (Physician Assistant)

    2 Credit(s)

    Continues instruction in professional practice topics, interviewing, and resume writing, and introduces the specialty area of emergency medicine. Spring semester. Fee.

  
  • SPA 643 - Special Populations (Physician Assistant)

    3 Credit(s)

    A comprehensive study of fundamental principles and practices of women’s health, pediatrics, and geriatric. Spring semester.

  
  • SPA 650 - Clinical Medicine I (Physician Assistant)

    3 Credit(s)

    A comprehensive study of diseases with emphasis on etiology, signs and symptoms, diagnostic procedures, and therapeutic measures involved in treating medical problems. This course focuses on dermatology and HEENT. Spring semester.

  
  • SPA 651 - Clinical Medicine II (Physician Assistant)

    2 Credit(s)

    Continuation of SPA 650 . This course focuses on disorders of the musculoskeletal system. Topics include rheumatology and orthopedics. Summer.

    Prerequisite(s): SPA 650 .
  
  • SPA 652 - Clinical Medicine III (Physician Assistant)

    5 Credit(s)

    Continuation of SPA 651 . This course focuses on hematology, oncology, pulmonary, cardiovascular, and neurology systems. Fall semester.

    Prerequisite(s): SPA 651 .
  
  • SPA 653 - Clinical Medicine IV (Physician Assistant)

    5 Credit(s)

    Continuation of SPA 652 . This course focuses on infectious diseases, endocrinology, nephrology, genitourinary, and gastroenterology. Spring semester.

    Prerequisite(s): SPA 652 .
 

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