Course Descriptions and Outlines

ORTE 1050 - Stirrup Layout and Fabrication

1. Musculoskeletal system of the human body body systems bony landmarks body planes major body bones pronunciation of anatomical terminology
2. Lower-limb biomechanics biomechanics bony landmarks
3. Lower-limb tracings lower-limb orthometry form procedure for lower-limb tracing
4. Stirrups to orthopedic shoes fabrication and attachment anatomical ankle movement stirrup placement diagrams layout of solid stirrups layout of split stirrups attachment to shoe

1. identify the basic musculo-skeletal system of the human body.
2. identify lower-limb biomechanics.
3. correct tracings of the lower limb.
4. fabricate and attach stirrups to orthopedic shoes.

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ORTE 1060 - Ankle-Foot Orthoses Fabrication

1. A. Ankle-foot orthosis without tibial torsion
   1. components
   2. tracings
   3. preparing metal components
   4. assemble components
2. B. Ankle-foot orthosis with tibial torsion
   1. components
   2. tracings
   3. preparing metal components
   4. assemble components

1. A. describe the construction and fabrication process for metal ankle-foot orthotic devices.
2. B. select appropriate materials for a metal ankle-foot orthotic device.
3. C. employ appropriate tools and components for fabricating an ankle-foot orthotic device.
4. D. fabricate an metal ankle-foot orthosis without tibial torsion to a specific prescription.
5. E. fabricate an metal ankle-foot orthosis with tibial torsion to a specific prescription.

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ORTE 1070 - Knee-Ankle-Foot Orthoses Fabrication

1. A. Knee-ankle-foot orthosis tracings
   1. components
   2. orthometry forms and prescriptions
   3. correct tracings
   4. correct tracings with hip joint
2. B. Knee-ankle-foot orthosis without tibial torsion
   1. components
   2. orthometry forms and prescriptions
   3. correcting tracings
   4. cutting and shaping components
   5. assembling all components
3. C. Knee-ankle-foot orthosis with tibial torsion
   1. components
   2. orthometry forms and prescriptions
   3. correcting tracings
   4. cutting and shaping components
   5. edge bending for tibial torsion
   6. assembling components
4. D. Knee-ankle-foot orthosis with growth extension
   1. components
   2. orthometry forms and prescriptions
   3. correcting tracings
   4. cutting and shaping components
   5. growth extension
   6. assembling all components

1. A. correct a tracing for a knee-ankle-foot orthosis.
2. B. fabricate a knee-ankle-foot orthosis without tibial torsion to a specific prescription.
3. C. fabricate a knee-ankle-foot orthosis with tibial torsion to a specific prescription.
4. D. fabricate a knee-ankle-foot orthosis with growth extension to a specific prescription.

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ORTE 2000 - Leatherwork for Lower-Limb Orthoses

1. A. Leather cuffs for knee-ankle-foot orthoses
   1. leather cuffs and closure and pattern making
   2. fabricating leather cuffs and closures
   3. attaching leather cuffs to knee-ankle-foot orthoses
2. B. Corrective straps for orthopedic shoes with stirrups
   1. identifying size requirements
   2. fabricating corrective straps
   3. attaching corrective straps to shoes
3. C. Leather cuffs for ankle-foot orthoses
   1. leather cuffs and closures
   2. pattern making
   3. fabricating leather cuffs and closures
   4. attaching leather cuffs to ankle-foot orthoses
4. D. Knee control pads
   1. types of knee control pads
   2. pattern making
   3. fabricating knee control pads

1. A. fabricate and attach leather cuffs of various types for the knee-ankle-foot orthosis.
2. B. fabricate and attach corrective straps for an orthopedic shoe with a stirrup.
3. C. fabricate and attach leather cuffs to the ankle-foot orthosis.
4. D. fabricate knee control pads.

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ORTE 2010 - Thermoplastic Orthoses

1. A. Model forming
   1. lower-limb and spinal models
   2. angular changes to negative models
   3. modifications to plaster models
2. B. Vacuum form thermoplastic orthoses
   1. components
   2. aligning joints to model
   3. vacuum forming thermoplastic
3. C. Trim lines and finishing edges
   1. rough trim
   2. definitive trim lines
   3. edges

1. A. vacuum form thermoplastic over a variety of plaster models of lower limb and spinal sections.
2. B. fabricate a variety of articulating thermoplastic orthoses.
3. C. establish trim lines and finish edges of thermoplastic orthoses.

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ORTE 2020 - Upper-Limb Fabrication

1. A. Upper-limb anatomy and biomechanics
   1. finger, hand, wrist structures
   2. normal wrist, hand, finger motion range
   3. hand, finger prehension patterns
   4. anatomical terminology
2. B. Upper-limb orthoses and components
   1. basic opponents wrist, hand orthoses and attachments
   2. external powered prehension orthoses
   3. plastic system upper-limb orthoses
3. C. Plastic and metal hand and wrist-hand orthoses fabrication and assembly
   1. upper-limb orthometry forms
   2. upper-limb components
   3. upper-limb model modifications
   4. component shaping
   5. component assembling

1. A. identify basic upper-limb anatomy.
2. B. explain upper-limb biomechanics.
3. C. differentiate between various upper-limb orthoses and their components.
4. D. interpret prescriptive orthometry forms and measurements.
5. E. fabricate components for plastic and metal hand orthoses and wrist-hand orthoses.
6. F. assemble plastic and metal hand orthoses and wrist-hand orthoses.

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ORTE 2780 - Orthotic Technician Clinical

1. A. Facility checklist
   1. orientation
   2. safety procedures
   3. facility policies on duty day
2. B. Professional skills evaluation
   1. responsibilities
   2. resourcefulness
   3. initiative
   4. neatness

1. A. apply the theory and skills learned in the program to actual fabrication tasks under the direction of a certified orthotist or clinical supervisor in each facility.

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PEDO 1020 - Therapeutic Shoe Fitter

Credits: 3
Hours/Week: Lecture 3
Course Description: This course introduces the role of the Pedorthist as a member of the rehabilitation team.  The student will look at the relationship between the different professional organizations and credentialing requirements. In this course, students will look at the effects of disease and trauma related to functional loss in the foot and ankle.  Students will concentrate on patient evaluation, measurement acquisition, and management skills to successfully fit therapeutic shoes and over the counter (OTC) foot orthoses and foot care products.
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s): Assessment score placement in RDNG 0950  or completion of RDNG 0900  with a grade of C or higher.  MN Human Services background study with no restrictions will be required.
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content
1. Professional role of the Pedorthist

1. credentialing requirements
2. professional organizations
3. patient care team

2. Basic foot anatomy

1. anatomical planes
2. foot anatomy and its relation to proper shoe fitting
3. basic medical terminology

3. Material Science

1. common materials utilized in therapeutic footwear

4. Patient Evaluation

1. evaluation of the foot
2. identification of common foot pathologies
   1. diseases
   2. congenital
   3. trauma
   4. deformities
3. identification of therapeutic shoe eligibility criteria
4. foot measurement
5. shoe selection criteria
6. OTC device selection
   1. diabetic socks
   2. bunion splints
   3. friction management

5. Fitting of Therapeutic Shoes and OTC foot care products

1. complications association with the diabetic foot
2. fit assessment

6. Custom-Molded Shoes

1. clinical consideration for use of custom molded shoes

7. Documentation

1. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) documentation requirements

8. Profession Ethics

1. professional ethical responsibilities
2. scope of practice

1. describe the professional role of the Pedorthist.
2. identify basic foot anatomy.
3. evaluate patient footwear needs.
4. fit therapeutic shoes.
5. describe common foot pathologies and deformities
6. identify common Over The Counter (OTC) foot care products
7. formulate OTC foot orthoses recommendation
8. fit the OTC foot orthoses

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PEDO 1030 - Shoe Modifications

Credits: 3
Hours/Week: Lecture 2Lab 2
Course Description: This course covers the tools, equipment, and materials commonly used in pedorthic fabrication. The student will also be introduced to the biomechanical principles of the foot and ankle as they respond to external forces generated by shoe modifications. This hands-on laboratory experience focuses on modifying prescription orthopedic shoes.
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s): Assessment score placement in RDNG 0950  or above, or completion of RDNG 0900  with a grade of C or higher. PEDO 1020  or concurrent enrollment. MN Human Services background study with no restrictions will be required.
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content
1. Common Materials used in Pedorthic Fabrication

1. Thermo-plastic
2. Thermo-plastic cork
3. Cross-linked polyethylene foam (CL-PE)
4. Polyurethane foams
5. Carbon composites

2. Internal Modifications

1. elevations/lifts
2. pads
3. excavation techniques

3. External Modifications

1. rocker soles
2. elevations/lifts
3. flares and bolsters
4. bars and wedges
5. counter reinforcements

4. Inserted Sole Modification

1. solid ankle cushioned heel (SACH)
2. beveled heel
3. sole reinforcement
4. wedges

5. Systemic Modification

1. spreading of sole
2. re-last shoe

6. Upper Modification

1. bunion modification
2. stretching or reshaping
3. cosmetic modification
4. closures
5. counter modification

1. identify materials used in the pedorthic field.
2. fabricate internal modifications.
3. fabricate external modifications.
4. fabricate inserted sole modifications.
5. fabricate systemic modifications.
6. fabricate upper modifications.

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PEDO 1040 - Fabrication of Functional and Accommodative Orthoses

Credits: 3
Hours/Week: Lecture 2Lab 2
Course Description: This hands-on laboratory experience focuses on fabricating prescribed custom-molded foot orthoses to control and support the structure of the foot. The student will design and fabricate these orthoses from common materials used in the pedorthic practice. Student will fit foot orthosis in footwear.
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s): Assessment score placement in RDNG 0950  or above, or completion of RDNG 0900  with a grade of C or higher. PEDO 1030  or concurrent enrollment. MN Human Services background study with no restrictions will be required.
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content
1. Model Rectification

1. modification procedures by hand
2. modification procedures by scanner/carver

2. Accommodative

1. custom soft foot orthosis
2. multi-density orthosis

3. Corrective/Functional

intermediate foot orthosis

1. dynamic corrective/functional
2. Themo-plastic foot orthoses
   1. Carbon-fiber foot orthoses
   2. Supra-Malleolar Orthoses (SMO)
   3. University of California Biomechanics Lab (UCBL)
   4. Subtalar Control Foot Orthoses (SCFO)
   5. Partial foot orthoses

4. Fit orthosis to footwear

1. Athletic
2. Therapeutic

• modify negative foot impressions.
• differentiate between common orthotic materials.
• fabricate a variety of corrective/functional foot orthoses.
• fabricate a variety of accommodative foot orthoses.
• fit foot orthoses to footwear.

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PEDO 1050 - Functional Anatomy and Pathology of the Foot and Ankle

Credits: 3
Hours/Week: Lecture 3
Course Description: This course explores the relationship between mechanical principles and forces affecting human locomotion.  The course expands into the study of pathological gait and functional loss impacting orthotic design for the foot and ankle. The student will also concentrate on the effects of disease, trauma and malformation of the foot and ankle
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s): Assessment score placement in RDNG 0950  or above, or completion of RDNG 0900  with a grade of C or higher. PEDO 1040  or concurrent enrollment. 
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content
1. Anatomy of the Lower Limb

1. musculoskeletal anatomy

2. Biomechanics of the Lower Limb

1. principles of mechanics as they relate to human motion
2. orthotic lever forces
3. three point pressure systems

3. Normal and Pathological Gait

1. terminology used in gait analysis
2. principles of human locomotion and determinants of gait
3. kinetic and kinematic principles of normal and pathological gait
4. gait analysis tools

4. Common Pathologies in Pedorthic Practice

1. diseases
2. congenital
3. trauma
4. deformities

1. identify elements and function of lower limb anatomy.
2. describe the biomechanics of the lower limb.
3. identify normal and pathological gait.
4. discuss the common pathologies in pedorthic practice.

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PEDO 1060 - Clinical Applications of Foot Orthoses

Credits: 3
Hours/Week: Lecture 2Lab 2
Course Description: In this course, the student will look at the effects of disease, trauma and malformation of the foot complex related to functional loss in the foot and ankle.  Students will concentrate on patient evaluation, casting, measurement acquisition, and management skills to design, fabricate, and fit functional and supportive orthotic devices. The student will formulate a treatment plan based on patient evaluation.
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s):  Assessment score placement in RDNG 0950  or above, or completion of RDNG 0900  with a grade of C or higher. PEDO 1050  or concurrent enrollment.  MN Human Services background study with no restrictions will be required.
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content
1. Patient Evaluation

1. patient assessment procedures
2. effective communication
3. documentation

2. Casting and Measurement Techniques

1. plaster mold
2. foam impression
3. scanning 

3. Formulate a Treatment Plan

1. interpret evaluation
2. develop comprehensive treatment plan
3. design pedorthic device

4. Implement the Treatment Plan

1. modification to model
2. fabrication of pedorthic device
3. optimize fit of pedorthic device
4. gait assessment
5. documentation

5. Custom Molded Shoes

1. clinical consideration for use of custom molded shoes
2. casting and measurement techniques
3. fitting criteria of custom footwear

• evaluate a patient’s foot and ankle.
• take impressions for fabrication of foot orthoses.
• formulate a treatment plan.
• implement the treatment plan.
• evaluate a patient for custom shoes.

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PEDO 1070 - Clinical Applications of Prefabricated Ankle-Foot Orthoses

Credits: 3
Hours/Week: Lecture 2Lab 2
Course Description: This course will cover human gait and the biomechanics of gait.  Students will also study human anatomy and pathologies that relate to the lower extremities.  Students will select and fit all classifications of prefabricated A.F.O. devices to these pathologies as it relates to the pedorthic scope of practice.
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s): Assessment score placement in RDNG 0950  or above, or completion of RDNG 0900  with a grade of C or higher. PEDO 1060  or concurrent enrollment.  MN Human Services background study with no restrictions will be required.
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content
1. Patient Evaluation

1. evaluation methods
2. biomechanics and pathomechanics of the lower limb
3. ankle foot orthosis (AFO) prescription related to the scope of pedorthic practice

2. Treatment Plan

1. interpret evaluation
2. develop comprehensive treatment plan
   1. night splint
   2. boot type AFO

3. Implementation of the Treatment Plan

1. measurement acquisition and size selection
2. fitting assessment
3. modifications to optimize fit and function
4. gait assessment
5. documentation

• describe human gait and biomechanics of the foot and ankle.
• evaluate patient’s foot and ankle.
• formulate a treatment plan.
• implement the treatment plan

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PHIL 1021 - Introduction to Western Philosophy

1. General Introduction to Philosophy
2. Historical context for the development of the primary ideas within metaphysics, epistemology and ethics
3. Philosophical Argumentation
4. Metaphysics
5. Epistemology
6. Ethics, Social and Political Philosophy

1. Read primary and secondary philosophical authors for comprehension.
2. Analyze primary and secondary philosophical authors.
3. Articulate a philosophical argument.
4. Express coherent philosophical positions.

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PHIL 1025 - Introduction to Eastern Philosophy

1. General Introduction to Philosophy
2. Philosophical Argumentation
3. Indian Philosophy Metaphysics Epistemology Ethics and/or Social and Political Philosophy
4. Chinese Philosophy Metaphysics Epistemology Ethics and/or Social and Political Philosophy

1. Philosophically analyze primary and secondary Eastern philosophical authors.
2. Articulate a philosophical argument.
3. Express coherent philosophical positions.

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PHIL 1031 - Ethics

1. Ethical theory, including: consequentialism deontology virtue ethics
2. Contemporary moral problems: The selection of contemporary moral problems will be determined by individual instructors

1. Interpret primary sources for ethical theory.
2. Interpret primary sources for contemporary moral problems.
3. Apply theory to contemporary moral problems.
4. Write on issues of ethical theory or contemporary moral problems.

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PHIL 1035 - Biomedical Ethics

1. Ethical theories and principles
2. Models/guidelines of ethical decision-making
3. Moral issues in biomedical ethics (these will vary depending on individual instructor’s choices)
4. Diversity issues influencing health care decisions.

1. Explain basic ethical theories, principles, and decision-making guidelines used in biomedical ethics.
2. Articulate the moral issues confronting health care practitioners, patients, consumers and others involved in medicine.
3. Examine the moral and legal issues regarding public health policies.
4. Articulate applications of ethical theory to contemporary moral problems.
5. Articulate diversity challenges in health care.

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PHIL 1041 - Introduction to Logic

1. Characteristics of arguments
2. Formal logical systems
3. Tests for validity and invalidity
4. Formal deductive proof methods

1. Symbolize arguments into formal logical systems.
2. Test symbolized arguments for validity and invalidity.
3. Identify valid and invalid arguments and argument forms.
4. Identify formal fallacies.
5. Complete a logical proof.

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PHIL 1051 - World Religions

1. Introduction to the basic terms and definitions of religion
2. Religions of the East: Hinduism Buddhism some or all of the following: Confucianism Daoism Shinto Sikhism Jainism
3. Religions of the West: Judaism Christianity Islam

1. Describe the nature and forms of worship in different societies
2. Analyze the various religions within their own social context.
3. Articulate the historical record of thought and expression in the religions of the East and West.
4. Compare and contrast the beliefs of the various world religions.

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PHIL 2032 - Environmental Ethics

1. Applied Ethics topics: the course will include some of the following:
   1. Animal Rights
   2. The impact of food production on the environment
   3. The methods used in farming to raise animals for food
   4. Eco-feminism
   5. Access to natural places vs. preservation of wild places
   6. Controversies concerning management of natural areas
   7. Conflicts between development and endangered species
   8. Hunting
   9. Eco-terrorism
   10. The basis for our placing a value on the environment
   11. Alternative energy development and production
2. Ethical Theory
   1. Consequentialism
   2. Deontology
   3. Virtue Ethics
   4. Social Contract Theory
3. Philosophy Skills
   1. Reading original philosophy source material
   2. Writing philosophy papers

1. apply ethical theory to environmental ethics topics.
2. critically evaluate applied ethics issues concerning the environment.
3. demonstrate college-level writing on philosophical topics.
4. research environmental ethics topics.
5. explain ethical theories.
6. analyze original philosophical sources.
7. evaluate ethical theories.

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PHIL 2051 - Philosophy of Religion

1. Arguments regarding the existence of ultimate reality
2. Characterizing ultimate reality
3. Life after death
4. New issues in the philosophy of religion
5. Religious pluralism
6. The academic v. devotional study of religion
7. The problem of evil
8. The role of reason in religion
9. What is philosophy of religion

1. analyze the concept of evil.
2. analyze the concept of ultimate reality.
3. evaluate arguments for the existence or non-existence of ultimate reality.
4. differentiate between Western and Eastern arguments regarding the existence or non-existence of ultimate reality.
5. evaluate arguments for the existence of evil.
6. compare and contrast the similarities and differences between the academic study of religion and the devotional study of religion.
7. analyze arguments for the existence of evil.
8. analyze arguments for the existence or non-existence of ultimate reality.
9. describe the meaning of ¿philosophy of religion¿.
10. differentiate between Western and Eastern arguments regarding the existence of evil.
11. differentiate between Western and Eastern arguments regarding the role of reason in religious belief.

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PE 1004 - Personal Safety and Self Defense

1. Bystander intervention
2. Basic self-defense methods
3. Characteristics of abusers and of victims
4. Domestic abuse
5. Harassment, sexual assault and stalking
6. Role of alcohol and drugs
7. Methods of preventing and reducing risk to dangerous situations
8. Safe and unsafe environments
9. Healthy and unhealthy relationships

1. analyze personal habits and behaviors to determine vulnerability to assault.
2. define sexual harassment, stalking and sexual assault.
3. demonstrate self-defense techniques such as basic striking and kicking, shifting, blocking, and releasing.
4. describe methods to prevent, avoid or reduce danger.
5. describe the role of alcohol and drugs in creating dangerous environments and behaviors.
6. identify characteristics of safe and unhealthy relationships.
7. identify safe bystander interventions.
8. list characteristics of abusers and victims.
9. list the characteristics of a safe environment.
10. recognize potentially dangerous situations.

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PE 1005 - Bowling

1. History
2. Types of games
3. Bowling terminology
4. Selection and care of equipment
5. Scoring system
6. Etiquette
7. Skill development
8. Strategies

1. outline the history of the game.
2. demonstrate basic skills of bowling.
3. demonstrate bowling etiquette.
4. use bowling terminology.
5. demonstrate the selection and care of equipment.
6. identify the scoring system for bowling.
7. demonstrate bowling techniques.
8. identify strategies for games and matches.

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PE 1008 - Shooting Sports

1. Laws regarding firearms
2. Firearm safety
3. Safety precautions in various shooting environments.
4. Definition of Trap, Skeet, Sporting Clays, Hand Guns and Black Powder
5. History of Trap, Skeet, Sporting Clays, Hand Guns and Black Powder
6. Recreational and competitive shooting
7. Selection of firearms for Trap, Skeet, Sporting Clays, Hand Guns and Black Powder
8. Fundamental skills ¿ chokes, eye dominance, marksmanship, loads.
9. Etiquette

1. demonstrate correct shooting etiquette.
2. demonstrate fundamental shooting skills.
3. demonstrate safe firearm handling.
4. demonstrate safety precautions in various shooting environments.
5. identify differences between Trap, Skeet, Sporting Clays, Hand Guns and Black Powder as recreational shooting sports.
6. identify local and state laws regarding firearms and shooting sports.
7. identify the recreational and competitive aspects of target and competition shooting.
8. outline the history of Trap, Skeet, Sporting Clays, Hand Guns and Black Powder.
9. select the correct firearm for Trap, Skeet, Sporting Clays, Hand Guns and Black Powder.

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PE 1009 - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

1. History
2. Impact within field of self defense
3. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu theory
4. Rules and Etiquette
5. Safety
6. Warm up and cool down
7. Fundamental techniques
8. Skills: Mount, Guard, Submissions, Takedowns
9. Breathing control
10. Nutrition considerations
11. Physical and Mental Benefits of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

1. apply Brazilian Jiu Jitsu technique and knowledge in a controlled environment.
2. demonstrate proper breathing control.
3. demonstrate safe and effective self-defense skills and techniques.
4. describe the effects of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu on physical and mental health fitness.
5. describe the history and impact of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu within the field of self-defense.
6. describe the theories of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
7. explain the role of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu as part of a healthy lifestyle.
8. list nutritional considerations for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
9. outline the rules and etiquette of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

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PE 1010 - Badminton

1. Introduction to the game of badminton
2. Badminton rules and scoring
3. Fundamental skills
4. Basic offensive and defensive strategies
5. Singles and doubles play
6. Game situations

1. explain terminology, scoring, and rules to the game of badminton.
2. identify singles and doubles rules.
3. identify singles and doubles strategies.
4. demonstrate the fundamental skills of badminton.
5. discuss the value of badminton as a lifetime activity.
6. demonstrate the basic offensive and defensive strategies of badminton.

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PE 1015 - Golf

1. History
2. Golf Etiquette
3. Club selection
4. Various types of play
5. Rules
6. Basic Skills
7. Benefits of golf as a lifelong activity
8. Conditioning

1. outline the history of golf.
2. identify basic United States Golf Association (USGA) rules.
3. demonstrate golf etiquette.
4. demonstrate basic golf skills: grip, stance, swing, use of woods, use of irons, sand shots, and uneven ground shots.
5. identify club selection.
6. identify the game of golf as an effective lifetime recreational activity.
7. identify various types of golf play.
8. demonstrate golf conditioning techniques.

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PE 1016 - Social Dance

1. Origins of dance
2. Body alignment
3. Terminology
4. Basics dance techniques
5. Dancing Styles: line, folk, country, swing, salsa, square, hip-hop, and ballroom

1. outline the origin of dance.
2. demonstrate body alignment for various dance styles.
3. identify terminology unique to dance.
4. demonstrate the following types of dance: line, folk, country, swing, salsa, square, hip-hop, and ballroom.
5. demonstrate basic movement sequences.
6. identify the different dancing styles.

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PE 1017 - Fit for Duty

Credits: 1
Hours/Week: Lecture 1Lab None
Course Description: This course is designed for Law Enforcement students or students in career fields that require a higher level of fitness. Coursework helps students prepare to meet the physical fitness standards for their chosen career. Students participate in workouts to prepare for their professional physical fitness assessments and to maintain a requisite fitness level to perform professional duties.  The course also covers healthy lifestyle habits as way to decrease health risks and improve quality of life.
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content

1. Health- and skill-related components of fitness

2. Physical fitness standards

3. Goal setting

4. Importance of physical activity

5. Workout design

6. Muscle strength and endurance

7. Aerobic/cardiovascular endurance

8. Anaerobic power

9. Body composition

10. Agility

11. Circuit training, interval training (Group exercise)

12. Personal exercise plan

13. Safe exercise and injury prevention

14. Healthy lifestyle habits (diet, stress reduction, sleep)

1. list the components of health- and skill-related fitness.

2. assess their own current physical fitness levels in muscle strength, cardiovascular endurance, muscle endurance, flexibility, body composition, agility, and anaerobic power.

3. identify goals based on current fitness status in relation to physical fitness standards for chosen career.

4. explain the importance of engaging in regular physical activity.

5. design a personal exercise program that applies the principles of conditioning.

6. demonstrate methods to increase and maintain muscle strength and endurance.

7. demonstrate methods to increase and maintain flexibility for optimal range of motion and decreased injury risk.

8. demonstrate methods to increase aerobic and anaerobic fitness levels.

9. demonstrate methods to increase agility.

10. explain the role of nutrition and exercise in achieving and maintaining a healthy body composition.

11. participate in group and individual physical fitness training for personal improvement.

12. explain guidelines for injury prevention and safe progression in a personal exercise plan.

13. recognize the long and short term benefits of maintaining healthy lifestyle habits, such diet, stress reduction, sleep.

14. explain the importance of balancing peace officer roles and responsibilities with other life roles, interests, and responsibilities.(1.8.8)

15. explain why physical fitness attributes, including cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, agility, strength, speed and endurance, are important to peace officer health, well-being and competence. (1.8.9)

16. explain the importance of and strategies for physical conditioning, good nutrition, and healthy eating habits for peace officers.(1.8.10)

     

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PE 1021 - Winter Downhill Sports

1. Winter Downhill sport history in the U.S.
2. Selection and care of equipment
3. Terminology for Winter Downhill sports
4. Canting and alignment considerations
5. Responsibility code
6. Terrain techniques
7. American Teaching System (ATS): Skills Development
8. Conditioning for Winter Downhill sports

1. articulate the responsibility code.
2. demonstrate American Teaching System (ATS) basic skills.
3. demonstrate techniques for various terrain and conditions.
4. develop a conditioning program for Winter Downhill sports.
5. identify strategies for selection and care of equipment.
6. identify terminology for Winter Downhill Sports.
7. outline the history of Winter Downhill sports.

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PE 1030 - Recreational Volleyball

1. Introduction to the game of volleyball
2. Volleyball rules and regulations
3. Basic defense strategies
4. Basic offensive strategies.
5. Competition and game situations
6. Fundamental skills serving, passing, setting, driving, blocking, and spiking
7. Officiating signals

1. demonstrate serving, passing, setting, driving, blocking, and spiking.
2. describe volleyball terminology, scoring, and rules of the game of volleyball.
3. identify basic officiating signals.
4. develop team cooperation and good sportsmanship.
5. identify the basic offensive and defensive strategies of volleyball.
6. discuss the value of volleyball as a lifetime activity.

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PE 1040 - Rock Climbing

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PE 1051 - Boot Camp

1. Individual fitness assessment and evaluation
2. Safe progression of activity
3. Importance of exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle
4. Target heart training zone
5. Cardiovascular system
6. Flexibility
7. Muscular strength and endurance
8. Workout Intensity
9. Circuit Training
10. Core Training
11. Exercise modalities
12. Interval Training
13. Major Muscle Groups
14. Plyometrics
15. Indoor and Outdoor workouts

1. assess their individual fitness status.
2. calculate and monitor target heart rate training zone.
3. describe interval training, circuit training, and plyometric workouts.
4. design indoor and outdoor workouts.
5. discuss the role of exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle.
6. explain guidelines for safely beginning and progressing through high intensity workouts.
7. identify major muscles groups utilized during workouts.
8. identify the factors that affect muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular endurance and flexibility.
9. identify various exercise modalities.

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PE 1060 - Personal Fitness

1. Individual fitness assessment
2. Individual workout design
3. Importance of exercise and physical fitness
4. Fitness safety
5. Principles of conditioning
6. Components of fitness
7. Injury prevention
8. Healthy lifestyle choices
9. Disease prevention through exercise

1. identify the advantages of acquiring and maintaining adequate muscular strength and endurance, cardiovascular endurance and flexibility throughout the lifespan.
2. design a personalized exercise program that applies the principles of conditioning.
3. implement a personal exercise program using variety of fitness equipment.
4. explain guidelines for safely beginning and progressing through a personal exercise plan.
5. explain how their current lifestyle choices may or may not be keeping them healthy.
6. assess current fitness levels.
7. discuss the role of exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle.
8. identify the key components of a comprehensive fitness program.
9. outline a plan for staying healthy throughout the lifespan.

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PE 1063 - Aerobic Exercise

1. Individual fitness assessment and evaluation
2. Importance of exercise and physical fitness
3. Cardiovascular system and aerobic fitness
4. Types of cardiovascular exercise
5. Importance of flexibility
6. Strength and muscular endurance
7. Healthy lifestyle habits
8. Prevention of cardiovascular disease

1. discuss the advantages of acquiring and maintaining adequate muscular strength and endurance, cardiovascular endurance and flexibility throughout their lifespan.
2. identify how current behavior may or may not be keeping them healthy.
3. assess current fitness levels.
4. discuss the role of exercise in the management of stress.
5. identify target heart rate range.
6. determine whether their exercise program is intense enough to elevate and maintain your heart rate within that range.
7. explain guidelines for safely beginning and progressing in an aerobic fitness program.
8. describe how they can keep healthy and well as they age.
9. participate in group fitness activities.

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PE 1064 - Yoga

1. What is yoga
2. Benefits of yoga
3. Physical assessment and goal setting
4. Components of fitness
5. Philosophies of yoga
6. Beginning level yoga postures
7. Yoga breathing
8. Guided relaxation techniques
9. Meditation
10. Stress management

1. identify the benefits of yoga.
2. identify breathing and relaxation techniques.
3. explain the philosophies of yoga.
4. demonstrate beginning level yoga postures.

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PE 1065 - Step Aerobics

1. Individual fitness assessment and evaluation
2. Step technique and skills
3. Importance of exercise and physical fitness
4. Target heart rate training zone
5. Step aerobics and the cardiovascular system
6. Flexibility
7. Muscle strength and endurance

1. analyze individual fitness status.
2. identify the advantages of acquiring and maintaining adequate muscle strength, muscle endurance, cardiovascular endurance, and flexibility throughout the lifespan.
3. identify target heart rate training zone.
4. explain guidelines for safely beginning and progressing in a step aerobics program.
5. use step techniques and skills.

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PE 1067 - Fitness Walking

1. Importance of exercise and physical fitness
2. Individual fitness assessment
3. Fitness walking technique
4. Progression of walking plan
5. Principles of conditioning
6. Walking safety
7. Components of fitness
8. Injury Prevention
9. Healthy Lifestyle choices

1. demonstrate fitness walking technique.
2. identify the advantages of acquiring and maintaining adequate fitness throughout the lifespan.
3. design a progressive fitness walking program.
4. implement a personal exercise program using fitness walking and resistance exercise.
5. explain guidelines for safely beginning and progressing in a fitness walking program.
6. identify healthy lifestyle choices.
7. assess current fitness levels.
8. discuss the role of fitness walking as part of a healthy lifestyle.

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PE 1070 - Fitness for Life

1. Fitness assessment
2. Importance of exercise and physical fitness
3. Components of fitness
4. Healthy lifestyle habits
5. Exercise modalities
6. Circuit training

1. identify the factors that affect muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular endurance and flexibility.
2. identify the advantages of acquiring and maintaining adequate muscular strength and endurance, cardiovascular endurance and flexibility throughout the lifespan.
3. discuss how lifestyle choices may or may not be keeping them healthy.
4. assess their current fitness status.
5. define the components of a comprehensive fitness program.
6. discuss the role of exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle.
7. participate in a variety of circuit, cardiovascular, and resistance training activities.

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PE 1075 - Weight Training

1. Individual fitness assessment
2. Individual workout design
3. Importance of exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle
4. Resistance training equipment
5. Safety
6. Principles of conditioning
7. Components of fitness
8. Nutritional considerations
9. Injury prevention

1. identify the advantages of acquiring and maintaining adequate muscular strength and endurance, cardiovascular endurance, and flexibility throughout the lifespan.
2. design a resistance training program that applies the principles of conditioning.
3. implement a resistance training program using variety of resistance machines, free weights, body weight, and other exercise modalities.
4. explain guidelines for safely beginning and progressing their resistance training program.
5. assess current fitness levels.
6. discuss the role of exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle.
7. identify the components of a comprehensive fitness program.

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PE 1780 - Internship: Sports Facility/Operations Management

1. Creating employment resume and cover letter.
2. Completing 40 hour “quick reports”
3. Professional presentation summarizing internship experience.
4. Performance appraisal
5. Complete forty (40) hours of on-the-job training for each credit registered internship

1. create a job description.
2. create a professional resume and cover letter.
3. perform as a member of a team in a work environment.
4. perform specific operational tasks after consultation between the employer and faculty.
5. demonstrate appropriate behavior in a professional environment.
6. develop a professional presentation of the internship experience.

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PE 2080 - Introduction to Sports Management

1. Structure of sports management spectrum
2. Sub-disciplines of sports management
3. Historical, psychological, sociological, and philosophical foundations of sports management, sports, and recreation.
4. Influence of sports and recreation within local communities and/or regions.
5. Sport Management techniques, strategies, and models
6. Leadership styles
7. Organizational behavior of common sport enterprises
8. Sports management skills
9. Legal issues
10. Ethics and decision-making
11. Sports communication and networking
12. Career opportunities and resources

1. analyze the role of sports management in society.
2. demonstrate knowledge of current key terms and legal issues in sports management.
3. describe career opportunities over the spectrum of the sport management industry and its sub-disciplines.
4. describe ethical challenges within sports management.
5. describe socio-cultural aspects of sport and recreation
6. describe the United States history of sport and recreation.
7. describe the foundations of sports management
8. distinguish the managerial differences between amateur, interscholastic, intercollegiate, club and professional sports.
9. identify leadership styles.
10. identify resources in sports management, recreation and entertainment.
11. identify sub-disciplines of sports management.
12. identify the sports management styles and models.
13. outline organizational behavior of common sport enterprises.
14. outline the spectrum of the sports management industry.

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PE 2091 - Intercollegiate Men’s Soccer I

1. Etiquette
2. Individual, team and game strategies
3. Mental preparation for competition
4. NJCAA rules
5. Skill instruction
6. Sportsmanship
7. Student athlete handbook
8. Teamwork

1. demonstrate skills required for participation in intercollegiate soccer.
2. discuss mental preparation for competition.
3. identify team and individual strategies.
4. demonstrate the ability to utilize various game strategies.
5. demonstrate soccer etiquette.
6. demonstrate sportsmanship.
7. explain the expectations of a student athlete.
8. identify the NJCAA soccer rules.
9. demonstrate the ability to work within a team to accomplish a common goal.

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PE 2092 - Intercollegiate Women’s Soccer I

1. Etiquette
2. Individual, team and game strategies
3. Mental preparation for competition
4. NJCAA rules
5. Skill instruction
6. Sportsmanship
7. Student athlete handbook
8. Teamwork

1. demonstrate skills required for participation in intercollegiate soccer.
2. discuss mental preparation for competition.
3. identify team and individual strategies.
4. demonstrate the ability to utilize various game strategies.
5. demonstrate soccer etiquette.
6. demonstrate the ability to work within a team to accomplish a common goal.
7. explain the expectations of a student athlete.
8. demonstrate sportsmanship.
9. identify the NJCAA soccer rules.

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PE 2093 - Intercollegiate Women’s Softball I

1. Etiquette
2. Individual, team and game strategies
3. Mental preparation for competition
4. NJCAA rules
5. Skill instruction
6. Sportsmanship
7. Student athlete handbook
8. Teamwork

1. demonstrate skills required for participation in intercollegiate women¿s softball.
2. discuss mental preparation for competition.
3. identify team and individual strategies.
4. demonstrate the ability to utilize various game strategies.
5. demonstrate skills required for participation in intercollegiate women¿s softball.
6. demonstrate sportsmanship.
7. explain the expectations of a student athlete.
8. demonstrate the NJCAA softball rules.
9. demonstrate the ability to work within a team to accomplish a common goal.

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PE 2094 - Intercollegiate Men’s Baseball I

1. Etiquette
2. Individual, team and game strategies
3. Mental preparation for competition
4. NJCAA rules
5. Skill instruction
6. Sportsmanship
7. Student athlete handbook
8. Teamwork

1. demonstrate skills required for participation in intercollegiate baseball.
2. discuss mental preparation for competition.
3. identify team and individual strategies.
4. demonstrate the ability to utilize various game strategies.
5. demonstrate baseball etiquette.
6. demonstrate sportsmanship.
7. explain the expectations of a student athlete.
8. demonstrate the NJCAA baseball rules.
9. demonstrate the ability to work within a team to accomplish a common goal.

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PE 2095 - Intercollegiate Men’s Soccer II

1. Mentoring
2. Leadership
3. Skill progression/instruction
4. Etiquette
5. Mental Preparation
6. Game Strategies
7. Rules
8. Individual and Team Strategies

1. analyze mental strategies.
2. demonstrate a progression of athletic skills and abilities reflective of a second year intercollegiate athlete.
3. demonstrate soccer etiquette.
4. identify game strategies.
5. identify rules of soccer.
6. identify team and individual strategies.
7. practice mentoring skills by mentoring first year players on the expectations of a student athlete.
8. practice positive leadership skills that increases their ability to work with others, effectively communicate, and develop supportive teammate relationships.

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PE 2096 - Intercollegiate Women¿s Soccer II

1. Mentoring
2. Leadership
3. Skill progression/instruction
4. Etiquette
5. Mental Preparation
6. Game Strategies
7. Rules
8. Individual and Team Strategies

1. analyze mental strategies.
2. demonstrate a progression of athletic skills and abilities reflective of a second year intercollegiate athlete.
3. demonstrate soccer etiquette.
4. identify game strategies.
5. identify rules of soccer.
6. identify team and individual strategies.
7. practice mentoring skills by mentoring first year players on the expectations of a student athlete.
8. practice positive leadership skills that increases their ability to work with others, effectively communicate, and develop supportive teammate relationships.

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PE 2097 - Intercollegiate Women’s Softball II

1. Mentoring
2. Skill progression
3. Skill instruction
4. Etiquette
5. Mental preparation for competition
6. NJCAA rules
7. Individual, team and game strategies
8. Teamwork
9. Sportsmanship
10. Leadership

1. demonstrate a progression of athletic skills and abilities reflective of a second year intercollegiate athlete.
2. demonstrate softball etiquette.
3. demonstrate sportsmanship.
4. demonstrate the NJCAA softball rules.
5. demonstrate the ability to utilize various game strategies.
6. demonstrate the ability to work within a team to accomplish a common goal.
7. discuss mental preparation for competition.
8. identify team and individual strategies.
9. practice mentoring skills by mentoring first year players on the expectations of a student athlete.
10. practice positive leadership skills that increases their ability to work with others, effectively communicate, and develop supportive teammate relationships.

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PE 2098 - Intercollegiate Men’s Baseball II

1. Mentoring
2. Skill instruction
3. Etiquette
4. Mental preparation for competition
5. NJCAA rules
6. Individual, team and game strategies
7. Teamwork
8. Sportsmanship
9. Leadership
10. Skill Progression

1. demonstrate a progression of athletic skills and abilities reflective of a second year intercollegiate athlete.
2. demonstrate baseball etiquette.
3. demonstrate skills required for participation in intercollegiate baseball.
4. demonstrate sportsmanship.
5. demonstrate the NJCAA baseball rules.
6. demonstrate the ability to utilize various game strategies.
7. demonstrate the ability to work within a team to accomplish a common goal.
8. discuss mental preparation for competition.
9. identify team and individual strategies.
10. practice mentoring skills by mentoring first year players on the expectations of a student athlete.
11. practice positive leadership skills that increases their ability to work with others, effectively communicate, and develop supportive teammate relationships.

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PE 2780 - Internship: Sports Management

1. Creating employment resume and cover letter.
2. Completing 40 hour “quick reports”
3. Professional presentation summarizing internship experience
4. Performance appraisal
5. Complete 40 hours of on-the-job training for each credit registered internship

1. create a job description.
2. create a professional resume and cover letter.
3. perform as a member of a team in a work environment.
4. perform specific tasks after consultation between the employer and faculty.
5. demonstrate appropriate behavior in a professional environment.
6. develop a professional presentation of the internship experience.
7. create an organizational chart.

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PE 2790 - Special Topics: Boot Camp

1. Importance of exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle
2. Target heart training zone
3. Cardiovascular system
4. Flexibility
5. Muscular strength and endurance
6. Workout Intensity
7. Circuit Training
8. Individual fitness assessment and evaluation
9. Safe progression of activity
10. Core Training
11. Plyometrics
12. Exercise modalities
13. Interval Training
14. Indoor and Outdoor workouts
15. Major Muscle Groups

1. assess their individual fitness status.
2. calculate and monitor target heart rate training zone.
3. explain guidelines for safely beginning and progressing through high intensity workouts.
4. identify the factors that affect muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular endurance and flexibility.
5. plan indoor and outdoor workouts.
6. plan interval, circuit training, and plyometric workouts.
7. identify various exercise modalities.
8. identify major muscles groups utilized during workouts.
9. discuss the role of exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle.

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PHYS 1020 - Physics Concepts

1. Circular Motion. Centripetal Force. Orbital Motion.
2. Kinematics. Basic Kinematic Quantities. One-Dimensional. Two-Dimensional
3. Momentum and Collisions. Definition of Momentum. Classes of Collisions. Conservation of Momentum
4. Newton¿s Laws of Motion. Inertia. Acceleration. Interactions Between Objects
5. Rotational Motion. Rotational Inertia. Torque. Rotational Energy. Angular Momentum
6. Work and Energy. Definition of Work. Kinetic Energy. Potential Energy. Conservation of Energy. Oscillatory Motion.
7. Additional Topics (Instructors might include one or more of the following) Fluid Dynamics. Fluid Pressure. Variation of Pressure with Depth. Buoyancy. Bernoulli¿s Principle. Matter. Basic Atomic Structure. Basic Nuclear Physics. Ideas in Quantum Physics

1. Explain one- and two-dimensional motion in terms of kinematic quantities such as position, velocity, and acceleration.
2. Analyze linear and circular motion of objects in terms of Newton¿s Laws of force.
3. Explain the motion of objects within the framework of work and energy.
4. Examine collisions and similar phenomena using the ideas of momentum and momentum conservation
5. Synthesize the concepts of basic physics in order to develop solutions to a wide variety of problems involving the motion of objects.

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PHYS 1030 - Astronomy Concepts

1. The Earth-Sun-Moon System.
   1. Constellations and Stellar Motion.
   2. Motion of the Sun.
      1. Definition of the Ecliptic.
      2. Solstices and Equinoxes.
      3. The Seasons.
   3. Lunar Motion.
      1. Lunar Phases.
      2. Synodic vs. Sidereal Period.
   4. Eclipses.
   5. Precession of the Earth¿s Rotational Axis.
2. The Solar System.
   1. Renaissance Models.
      1. Ptolemiac Geocentric Model.
      2. Copernicus¿ Heliocentric Model.
      3. Kepler¿s Laws.
   2. Orbital Mechanics.
      1. Newton¿s Laws of Motion.
      2. Newton¿s Law of Universal Gravitation.
   3. Evidence for Heliocentric Models.
   4. Inner Planets.
      1. Geology.
      2. Surface Features.
      3. Atmospheres.
   5. Outer Planets.
      1. Atmospheres.
      2. Composition.
      3. Moons.
3. Stellar Astronomy.
   1. Interstellar Medium.
   2. The Sun.
      1. Composition.
      2. Properties.
      3. Solar Activity.
   3. Stellar Properties.
      1. Luminosity.
      2. Mass Distribution.
      3. Size Distribution.
   4. Stellar System Formation.
      1. Star Formation.
      2. Planet Formation.
      3. Extrasolar Planets.
   5. Stellar Evolution.
      1. Giants.
      2. Supernovae.
      3. Neutron Stars.
      4. Black Holes.
4. Galaxies.
   1. Milky Way Galaxy.
   2. Measuring Galactic Distances.
   3. Galactic Evolution.
   4. Galactic Halo and Dark Matter.
   5. Galactic Mergers.
   6. Quasars and Galactic Nuclei.
5. Cosmology.
   1. Models of the Universe.
   2. General Relativity.
      1. Principle of Equivalence.
      2. The Nature of Space-Time.
   3. The Big Bang Theory.
   4. Evidence for the Big Bang Theory.
   5. Inflation of the Universe.
   6. Expansion of the Universe.
      1. Type Ia Supernovae Prevalence.
      2. Dark Energy.
   7. Distribution of Mass-Energy of the Universe.
   8. Age of the Universe.

1. analyze scientific models of the cosmos using observations and/or data.
2. describe stellar formation for a variety of different stellar mass ranges.
3. describe the evolution of the universe and the models that describe this evolution.
4. describe the motion of the stars and planets in terms of scientific models.
5. explain models of the formation of planetary systems.
6. explain the relationship between galaxies.

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PHYS 1035 - Observational Astronomy

1. Lunar Motion.
   1. Lunar Phases.
   2. Lunar Eclipses (when possible).
2. Solar Motion.
   1. Measurement of Earth¿s Circumference.
   2. Ecliptic.
   3. Seasons and Solar Altitude.
3. Stellar Motion.
   1. Daily Motion of the Stars.
   2. Observations of the Zodiacal Constellations.
4. Solar Observations.
   1. Solar Eclipses (when possible).
   2. Sunspots.
   3. Rotation of the Sun.
5. The Solar Planets.
   1. Retrograde Motion.
   2. Planetary Observations.
   3. Moon Systems (Jupiter).
6. Stellar Astronomy.
   1. Apparent Magnitude.
   2. Visible Binaries.
   3. Stellar Spectra.

1. analyze numerical data to determine trends and relationships as related to scientific theories.
2. describe the motion of the stars and planets in terms of scientific models.
3. link observational data to scientific models to provide evidence for scientific theories.
4. measure the motion of celestial objects.

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PHYS 1041 - General Physics I

1. Scalars and Vectors.
2. Circular Motion.
3. Describing Motion: Kinematics.
4. Momentum.
5. Newtons Laws of Motion.
6. Statics.
7. Work and Energy.
8. Rotational Dynamics.

1. Analyze one-and two dimensional motion in terms of the vector quantities of position, velocity and acceleration.
2. Analyze linear and circular motion of objects in terms of Newton¿s Laws of Force.
3. Solve problems involving the motion of objects within the framework of work and energy.
4. Examine collisions and similar phenomena using the ideas of momentum, vectors, and momentum conservation.
5. Analyze rotational motion of extended objects.
6. Synthesize the concepts of basic physics in order to develop solutions to a wide variety of problems involving the motion of objects.

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PHYS 1042 - General Physics II

1. Thermal Energy, Temperature and Heat.
2. Direct Current Circuits.
3. Direct Current and Ohms Law.
4. Electrical Energy.
5. Electrical Force.
6. Heat Transfer.
7. Optical Instruments.
8. Reflection and Refraction of Light.
9. Thermodynamics.
10. Wave Interference.

1. Successfully solve problems involving waves and intereference
2. Demonstrate a high degree of problem-solving skill.
3. Analyze circuits using the principles of electricity.
4. Apply the laws of geometric optics to determine magnification and the position of images
5. Apply the laws of thermodynamics and heat transfer.

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PHYS 1081 - Introductory Physics I

1. Kinematics Vectors One-Dimensional Motion Two-Dimensional Motion
2. Circular Motion Uniform Non-uniform
3. Momentum Impulse and Momentum Conservation of Momentum Collisions
4. Newton¿s Laws of Motion Inertia Forces and Acceleration Interactions Between Objects
5. Rotational Motion Rotational Kinematics Torque Angular Momentum Rotational Energy
6. Work and Energy Definition of Work. Kinetic Energy Potential Energy Conservation of Energy
7. Universal Gravitation Orbits Gravitational Energy Escape Velocity
8. Oscillations Simple Harmonic Oscillator Simple Pendulum Damping Forces Driving Forces

1. Analyze one- and two-dimensional motion of objects using vectors, trigonometry, and calculus.
2. Apply Newtons Laws of Motion to situations and problems involving forces.
3. Analyze circular and rotational motion in terms of forces and kinematic variables.
4. Solve problems involving collisions using the vector properties of momentum and momentum conservation.
5. Analyze oscillatory motion using calculus techniques.
6. Demonstrate a high degree of problem-solving skill.

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PHYS 1082 - Introductory Physics II

1. Electricity Coulombs Law Gauss Law Potential and Voltage Capacitance and Dielectrics Current and Resistance Circuits Direct Current Alternating Current
2. Geometric Optics Refraction Reflection Dispersion Image Formation Magnification Light Interference Diffraction
3. Wave Mechanics Superposition and Interference Sound Waves Standing Waves
4. Magnetism Magnetic Forces Magnetic Sources and Fields Electromagnetic Induction Electromagnetic Waves

1. Analyze oscillatory and wave motion using calculus.
2. Apply the laws of geometric optics to determine magnification and the position of images
3. Explain limitations of optical devices.
4. Analyze circuits using the principles of electromagnetism.
5. Calculate the electric and magnetic fields produced by a variety of electrostatic or magnetostatic sources.
6. Demonstrate a high degree of problem-solving skill.

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PHYS 2081 - Modern Physics

1. Quantum Mechanics Quantization of Physical Properties The Nuclear Atom Atomic Spectra Rutherfords Atomic Model Bohrs Atomic Model Wavelike Properties of Particles de Broglie Hypothesis Particle Wavefunction Heisenberg¿s Uncertainty Relation The Schrödinger Wave Equation Potential Wells Reflection/Transmission of Quanta.
2. Relativity Special Relativity The Michelson-Morley Experiment Principles of Relativity Time Dilation/Length Contraction Relativistic Mechanics General Relativity* Principle of Equivalence Space-Time Curvature
3. Applications of Quantum Mechanical Principles Atomic Physics Hydrogen Atom Electron Spin Pauli Exclusion Principle Molecular Physics Bonds Diatomic Energy Levels Physics of Lasers. Condensed Matter Physics Structure of Solids Theory of Conduction Band Theory and Semiconductors Superconductivity
4. Possible Advanced Topics Nuclear Physics Stability Radioactivity Nuclear Models Nuclear Reactions Elementary Particle Physics Antimatter Fundamental Interactions The Standard Model Astrophysics Stellar Physics Galactic Models Cosmology

1. solve relativistic kinematics problems.
2. solve problems in the quantum realm in terms of the probabilistic quantum mechanical paradigm as opposed to the deterministic Newtonian paradigm.
3. explain atomic spectra in terms of the basic tenets of quantum mechanics and the Bohr theory of the atom.
4. apply quantum mechanical principles to detailed problems in atomic physics, molecular structure, and condensed matter physics.
5. determine the realm of applicability of the classical physics theyve learned in previous courses.
6. solve increasingly challenging problems as they further hone the problem-solving skills that they developed in the previous two semesters of classical physics.

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POLS 1020 - Introduction to Political Science

1. The necessity of politics and introduction of the key concepts.
2. Political ideology and political theorists Liberalism, conservatism, socialism and a mix of other ideologies A selection from: Plato, Aristotle, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Burke, Marx, Mill, others.
3. Political institutions: the legislature, the executive and the judiciary. Democratic and non-democratic political systems. Presidential and parliamentary political systems. Political systems of specific nation-states, such as Britain, China, Iran, etc.
4. Political Participation. Voting and elections. Collective action: political parties and interest groups. Political violence: terrorism and revolution.
5. International relations. Approaches to the relations between states. War, its causes and efforts to prevent war. A selection of Issues: globalization, North-South, environmental problems, human rights, weapons of mass destruction, intervention

1. Define the key terms and concepts of political science.
2. Identify political ideologies, including liberalism, conservatism and socialism.
3. Distinguish between the views of major political theorists.
4. Contrast presidential and parliamentary systems.
5. Contrast democratic and authoritarian political systems.
6. Describe the functions of and the relationship between the legislature, executive and judiciary.
7. Explain political participation and the forms it can take.
8. Compare political cultures.
9. Describe the different approaches to understanding international relations
10. Identify the major issues and problems of international relations.

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POLS 1031 - American Government

1. The American System The Study of American Government The Constitution Federalism American Political Culture
2. Opinions, Interests and Organizations Public Opinion Political Participation Political Parties Elections and Campaigns Interest Groups
3. Institutions of Government Congress The Presidency The Judiciary

1. Define key terms and concepts used throughout the textbook and the course.
2. Describe the historical context within which the U.S. constitution was written.
3. Identify some of the complexities of the federal government in the U.S.
4. Define political culture (or the inherited set of beliefs, attitudes, and opinions people have about how their government ought to operate).
5. Explain what political scientists mean by public opinion and identify its effects on government in the U.S.
6. Describe the roles and organization of Congress.
7. Explain the lack of voter turnout and identify forms of political participation in the U.S.
8. Identify the major political parties in the U.S., with an emphasis on the evolution of the two party system.
9. Outline the process of campaigning in various types of elections.
10. Summarize the powers of the office of the President and structures that constitute the Presidency.
11. Trace the origins of judicial review.

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POLS 1033 - State and Local Government

1. State and Local Government
2. State Constitutions
3. Interest Groups
4. Legislatures
5. Political Parties
6. Voting and Elections
7. Governors
8. Judiciary
9. Public Policies
10. Local Government

1. Describe the cultural and historical context of Minnesota state politics.
2. Summarize the functions of state legislatures, governors, mayors, and state courts.
3. Describe the structures and functions of state political parties.
4. Distinguish between forms of local and municipal government.
5. Point out the roles and functions of county governments.
6. Describe the major activities and functions of interest groups in state politics.
7. Identify the current issues facing state and local governments.
8. Give examples of how state constitutions have been reformed.

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POLS 1035 - Constitutional Law

1. Institutional and Interpretive Foundations The Supreme Court Interpreting the Constitution
2. Intergovernmental Powers Judicial Power Congressional Power Executive Power and Foreign Affairs
3. Individual Liberties The Bill of Rights Freedom of Speech and Expression Criminal Procedure and Due Process Equal Protection and Racial Discrimination Gender Discrimination and Other Claims to Equity Individual Privacy Current Constitutional Cases and Controversies

1. describe the powers granted to Federal and State governments in the Constitution.
2. analyze the liberties granted to individuals in the Constitution.
3. demonstrate an understanding of current constitutional issues.
4. compare and contrast the various methods and standards utilized by the Supreme Court when deciding constitutional issues
5. prepare case briefs of historically significant Supreme Court cases.

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POLS 1780 - Internship: Political Science

1. Institutional Analysis

1.1 The Agency Setting:

1.1.1 organizational chart of the agency

1.1.2. formal goals of the agency

1.1.3. agency goals and objectives

1.1.4. assessment process and service delivery system of the agency

1.1.5. agency training procedures for personnel

1.1.6. decision making process within the agency

1.1.7. political environment within which the agency operates

2. Intern Duties

2.1. responsibilities assigned to the intern by the agency

2.2. tasks performed by the intern and the outcomes of the tasks

2.3. how assigned tasks contributed to the achievement of the agency goals
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course students will be able to: Complementary to the on-site internship responsibilities, at the end of this course, students will be able to:

1. Complete the goals agreed upon by the student, the faculty and the internship supervisor in the job description.
2. Create a job description in cooperation with the supervisor.
3. Develop employment interview skills.
4. Create an organizational chart.
5. Perform as a member of a team in a work environment.
6. Communicate effectively in a political/state/local agency work environment.
7. Perform specific technical and/or management skills as defined by the employer.
8. Interact appropriately in a professional environment.

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PRTE 1020 - Introduction to Prosthetics

1. Lab safety Safety precautions while working with tools and equipment
2. Prosthetic fabrication techniques Components and materials that are used in lower limb prosthetic fabrications Riveting exercises Sewing practice Cut, polish, and sandblast metal components
3. Role of the prosthetic technician in the health care profession Credentialing requirements from the American Board for Certification Prosthetic technician as a member of the clinic team The role/responsibilities of the prosthetic technician

1. demonstrate safety practices and operation of tools and equipment in the Prosthetic Technician classroom.
2. describe components and materials that are used in lower limb prosthetic fabrications.
3. explain the role of the prosthetic technician in the health care profession.

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PRTE 1030 - Anatomy of Trans-Tibial Amputations

1. A. Anatomy of a trans-tibial, partial foot, and Symes amputations
   1. basic body system
   2. lower limb landmarks
   3. trans-tibial amputation remaining structures
2. B. Fabricate a trans-tibial, partial foot, and Symes sockets
   1. plaster of Paris model
   2. trans-tibial socket lamination
   3. partial foot socket lamination
   4. Symes socket lamination

1. A. identify the elements of trans-tibial, partial foot, and Symes anatomy.
2. B. explain prosthetic measurement forms.
3. C. fabricate plaster of Paris models
4. D. fabricate trans-tibial, partial foot, and Symes sockets.

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PRTE 1040 - Trans-Tibial Socket Inserts, Alignment and Duplication

1. PTB alignment duplication Ankle bracket, clamp assembly measurements Shin block cut Shin block glued to socket block
2. PTB waist belt and PTB cuffs PTB waist belt design, pattern, and fabricate PTB knee cuff design, pattern, and fabricate Modified PTB knee cuff design, pattern, and fabricate
3. Static alignment and assembly of PTB socket PTB socket placed in extension block Static alignment
4. Trans-tibial pelite inserts Pelite liner pattern Mold pelite to PTB model Pelite liner finishing

1. duplicate the PTB alignment.
2. fabricate the PTB waist belt and PTB cuffs.
3. statically align and assemble the PTB socket.
4. design and fabricate trans-tibial inserts.

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PRTE 1050 - Finishing Procedures for Patellar Tendon-Bearing (PTB) Prostheses

1. Shape, laminate and assemble a PTB prosthesis Shaping Laminating Final assembly

1. shape, laminate and assemble a PTB prosthesis.

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PRTE 1060 - Fabrication of Patellar Tendon-Bearing (PTB) Joint and Lacer

1. Mount joints to PTB s pocket Static alignment Vertical jig procedures Trans-tibial joint placement
2. PTB socket using vacuum Fabricate PTB model Lay-up PTB model Laminate PTB socket with vacuum laminating tools
3. Suspension components for PTB prosthesis Thigh corset Trans-tibial fork strap Trans-tibial joint covers

1. laminate a PTB socket using vacuum techniques.
2. statically align and mount joints to a PTB socket.
3. fabricate leather suspension components for PTB prostheses.

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PRTE 1070 - Anatomy of Trans-Femoral Amputations

1. A. PTB prosthesis with thigh lacer
   1. PTB alignment duplication
   2. shaping to measurements given on prosthetic prescription
   3. PTB prosthesis with joints and thigh lacer final assembly
2. B. Trans-femoral, knee, and hip disarticulation anatomy, amputations and prosthetic measurement charts
   1. anatomical terms
   2. trans-femoral, knee, and hip disarticulation amputations
   3. trans- femoral, knee, and hip disarticulation information charts
   4. trans-femoral, knee, and hip disarticulation measurement charts
3. C. Trans-femoral, knee and hip disarticulation design and principles
   1. Trans-femoral, knee, and hip disarticulation design
   2. Trans-femoral, knee, and hip disarticulation principles

1. A. duplicate, shape, finish, and assemble a PTB prosthesis with joints and thigh lacer.
2. B. identify anatomy and amputation levels of the trans-femoral, knee, and hip disarticulation levels
3. C. interpret prosthetic measurement charts.
4. D. describe the designs and principles of these amputation levels.

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PRTE 1080 - Trans-Femoral Socket Fabrication

1. Duplicate alignment oftrans-femoral prosthesis and attach hip Joint Trans-femoral alignment duplication Trans-femoral flexible leather pelvic belt Hip joint location and application
2. Socket for a trans-femoral prosthesis Plaster of Paris model Trans-femoral socket lay-up Trans-femoral socket lamination
3. Static alignment trans-femoral socket on adjustable leg Trans-femoral socket into extension block Trans-femoral prosthesis static alignment

1. prepare and laminate sockets for a trans-femoral prostheses.
2. statically align trans-femoral sockets on the adjustable leg.
3. duplicate alignment of trans-femoral prostheses.
4. attach the hip joint components.

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PRTE 2000 - Finishing Procedures for Trans-Femoral Prostheses

1. Shape trans-femoral prostheses Proximal section of trans-femoral prostheses to prosthetic prescription Distal section of trans-femoral prostheses to prosthetic prescription Flexion between proximal and distal sections to prosthetic prescription
2. Finished trans-femoral prostheses Finish lamination lay-up procedures Finish laminate trans-femoral prostheses Trans-femoral prostheses final assembly

1. shape trans-femoral prostheses.
2. laminate and finish trans-femoral prostheses.
3. assemble trans-femoral prostheses.

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PRTE 2010 - Thermoplastic Check Socket Fabrication

1. A. Check sockets
   1. physical properties of a check socket
   2. thermal properties of a check socket
   3. equipment used to heat and form check socket
   4. check socket vacuum forming e. check socket finishing procedures
2. B. CAD/CAM concepts
   1. Identify set up procedures for carver

1. A. vacuum form trans-tibial, trans-femoral, long trans-radial, short trans-radial, and trans-humeral check sockets.
2. B. explain various concepts of CAD/CAM knowledge for prosthetic applications.

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PRTE 2020 - Anatomy of Upper-Limb Amputation and Long Trans-Radial Fabrication

1. Upper-limb amputation anatomy and upper-limb measurement charts Upper-limb amputation types Upper extremity arm muscles Bony structures and landmarks of the upper-limb
2. Upper-Limb component description Long trans-radial Short trans-radial Trans-humeral amputations Functions of components used for trans-radial and trans-humeral fabrications
3. Upper-limb measurement chart Prescription criteria
4. Long trans-radial prosthesis Long trans-radial plaster model Long trans-radial socket lamination Flexible hinge system assembly Suspension system and control cable long trans-radial final assembly

1. identify upper-limb amputation anatomy.
2. interpret upper-limb measurement charts.
3. describe upper-limb components and uses.
4. fabricate long trans-radial prosthesis.

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PRTE 2030 - Fabrication of Short Trans-Radial and Trans-Humeral Prosthesis

1. Short trans-radial prosthesis with a rigid hinge system as prescribed by the prosthetic prescription Short trans-radial plaster model Short trans-radial socket lamination with rigid hinges Short trans-radial shaping and finish lamination Short trans-radial final assembly Suspension system and control cable
2. Trans-humeral prosthesis with positive locking elbow as prescribed by the prosthetic prescription Trans-humeral plaster model Trans-humeral socket lamination Trans-humeral socket turntable location and attachment Trans-humeral prosthesis shaping and lamination Positive locking elbow and forearm attachment Suspension system and control cable

1. fabricate a short trans-radial prosthesis with a rigid hinge system as indicated by the prosthetic prescription.
2. fabricate a trans-humeral prosthesis with a positive locking elbow as indicated by the prosthetic prescription.

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PRTE 2780 - Clinical Internship Practicum

1. Professional skills evaluation Responsibility Resourcefulness Initiative Neatness
2. Facility checklist Orientation Safety procedures Facility policies on duty day

1. Apply theory and skills learned in the program to actual fabrication tasks under the direction of a certified prosthetist or clinical supervisor.

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PSYC 1020 - General Psychology

Credits: 4
Hours/Week: Lecture 4Lab None
Course Description: Psychology is the science of behavior and mental processes. This course is a survey of the fundamental principles, research findings, and theories in psychology. This course does not train students in the practice or application of psychology, but introduces the core ideas and findings in the scientific study of behavior and the mind. Psychology is a very broad discipline that includes many topics including brain anatomy and function, learning, human development, intelligence, perception, memory, emotions, motivation, personality, social psychology, sleep and dreaming, and psychological disorders and their treatments.
MnTC Goals
5 History/Social/Behavioral Science

Prerequisite(s): Assessment score placement in RDNG 1000  or completion of RDNG 0900  or RDNG 0950  with a grade of C or higher.
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content

1. Introduction to Psychology

2. History of Psychology

3. Research Methods

4. Neuroscience and Behavior

5. Sensation and Perception

6. Consciousness

7. Learning

8. Memory

9. Developmental Psychology

10. Motivation and Emotion

11. Intelligence

12. Personality

13. Social Psychology

14. Stress and Coping

15. Psychological Disorders

16. Treatments for Psychological Disorders

1. describe the main events and ideas in the historical development of the discipline of psychology, including how psychology is distinct from related disciplines such as sociology and philosophy.

2. describe the basic principles of psychological research.

3. identify specific parts of the brain and their relation to behavioral and mental functions.

4. apply principles of cognition, including theories of learning, memory, and intelligence.

5. compare and contrast the major theoretical approaches in the field of psychology, including theories of personality and human development.

6. describe the symptoms and treatment of several categories of psychological disorders.

7. apply critical thinking skills (e.g., evaluate information quality, distinguish between causation and correlation, adopt multiple perspectives for a given problem).

8. demonstrate an understanding and appreciation for aspects of human diversity as it applies to psychology.

9. employ the framework of psychological science (for example, correctly use terminology and concepts, and engage in scientific problem-solving).

10. apply course concepts to one’s daily life.

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PSYC 1030 - Psychology of Adjustment

1. Psychology as a contemporary science
2. Psychological theories of human behavior and development (e.g. psychoanalytic, behavioral, humanistic, cognitive, and biological)
3. Theories of personality
4. Coping processes and defense mechanisms
5. ¿ Death and dying
6. ¿ Gender and behavior
7. ¿ Interpersonal relationships
8. ¿ Psychology and physical health
9. ¿ Psychology of stress and stress management
10. ¿ Self-concept, self-esteem, and self-actualization
11. ¿ Social thinking and social influences

1. analyze contemporary theories of development.
2. apply various coping mechanisms in dealing with stressful life situations, including death and dying and interpersonal relationships.
3. describe the five major theoretical approaches to analyze and understand human adjustment.
4. identify the developmental stages of the lifespan and associated challenges.

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PSYC 1041 - Developmental Psychology: Lifespan

Credits: 4
Hours/Week: Lecture NoneLab None
Course Description: The focus of this course is on human development from conception to death. The course includes research methodology, theoretical perspectives, and the biological, cognitive, and psychosocial changes occurring in human development. The course will also focus on the role of social context, cultural context, and developmental challenges. Emphasis will be placed on the application of research and theory to current issues, and the study of human development across diverse U.S. cultural groups.
MnTC Goals
5 History/Social/Behavioral Science, 7 Human Diversity

Prerequisite(s): Assessment score placement in RDNG 1000  or completion of RDNG 0900  or RDNG 0950  with a grade of C or higher and assessment score placement in ENGL 1021  or above or completion of ENGL 0090  with a grade of C or higher.
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content

1. Introduction to Developmental Psychology
   1. Developmental science defined
   2. Tenets of developmental science
2. Research Methods in Developmental Psychology
   1. The scientific method
   2. Experimental and non-experimental research
   3. Cross-sectional, longitudinal and cross-sequential designs
   4. Research ethics
3. Theoretical Perspectives
   1. Major theories of development
   2. Newer theories of development
   3. Theories focused on cultural and contextual development
4. Nature and Nurture
   1. Mechanisms of heredity
   2. Genetic and chromosomal disorders
   3. Interplay of heredity and environment
   4. The role of culture in human development
5. Prenatal Development
   1. Major developmental changes
   2. Hazards to prenatal development
   3. Birth and the newborn
   4. Cultural variability in pre- and post-natal care
6. Physical, Cognitive, Cultural, and Socioemotional Development in
   1. Infancy
   2. Early Childhood
   3. Middle Childhood
   4. Adolescence
   5. Emerging Adulthood
   6. Early Adulthood
   7. Middle Adulthood, and
   8. Late Adulthood
7. Death and Dying
   1. Developmental perspectives on death
   2. Cultural perspectives on death and mourning
   3. Facing death
   4. Care for the dying
   5. Grief and mourning

 
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course students will be able to:

1. explain the scientific method and research methodology used by developmental psychologists.

2. evaluate the quality of developmental psychology information from multiple sources.

3. compare and contrast the main theories and issues of human lifespan development: learning, cognitive, cultural, contextual, and sociobiological.

4. identify biological, neurological, cognitive, cultural, and socio-emotional processes associated with developmental periods.

5. analyze how biological, neurological, cognitive, cultural, and socio-emotional factors interact with each other in a developmental context.

6. describe the developmental challenges and psychopathologies that may occur throughout the lifespan.

7. explain how culture, social context, and individual differences play a role in development.

8. analyze ethical perspectives related to legal, social, and scientific issues in human development.

9. apply developmental psychological principles to daily life.

    

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PSYC 1790 - Independent Study

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PSYC 2001 - Brain Science Foundations

1. Brain anatomy localization of function
2. Brain cells neurons, synapses, neural networks
3. Brain evolution and brain development
4. The cerebral hemispheres and the corpus callosum (split-brain)
5. The history and philosophy of cognitive neuroscience
6. The influence of genetics on brain and psychological functions

1. describe the basic principles of brain evolution.
2. describe the role of heredity in brain development and psychological processes
3. identify the lateralized functions of the brain¿s cerebral hemispheres and the brain¿s basic anatomical parts.
4. describe the fundamental changes in brain that occur throughout the life span.
5. identify the major ideas and people in the history and philosophy of cognitive neuroscience.
6. describe the functioning of a neuron and the synapse.
7. list the basic parts of the limbic system and their primary functions.
8. list the cerebral areas for motor, somatosensory, auditory, and visual functions.

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PSYC 2002 - Sex, Drugs, and Rock ‘n Roll

1. Basic brain anatomy and physiology
2. Body motivations such as hunger and thirst
3. Drug addiction and chemical dependency: How psychoactive substances affect the brain
4. The biopsychology of emotion
5. The biopsychology of sex
6. The brain’s response to music

1. describe the basic foundations of brain anatomy and physiology.
2. identify the fundamental biological factors involved in homeostatic motivational systems such as thirst and hunger.
3. describe the basic bio-psychological principles of sexual differentiation, behavior, and response.
4. identify the fundamental areas of the brain that are sexually differentiated.
5. list several psychoactive drugs and describe their affects on brain functioning and physiology.
6. identify significant brain responses to the basic characteristics of music.
7. describe the brain pathways and anatomical areas related to emotions.

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PSYC 2003 - Sensation, Movement, and Language

1. Basic brain anatomy and physiology
2. Language processing in the brain and language disorders
3. Principles of sensation and perception
4. Processing of body movement in the brain and movement disorders
5. The other senses
6. Vision and visual perception

1. describe the basic foundations of brain anatomy and physiology.
2. describe the principle of perception.
3. identify the basic components of any system of sensation and perception.
4. identify brain areas involved in language.
5. list human senses other than vision and their fundamental properties.
6. describe the anatomical features of vision and the visual pathway in the brain.
7. describe the role these brain areas play in body movement: motor cortex, cerebellum, and basal ganglia.
8. identify brain areas involved in language.

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PSYC 2004 - Thinking, Sleep, and Mental Disorders

1. Basic brain anatomy and physiology
2. The biopsychology of classical and operant conditioning
3. The brain’s role in sleep and sleep disorders
4. The role of the brain in psychological disorders
5. Types and processes of memory in the brain
6. The biopsychology of awareness and consciousness

1. describe the basic foundations of brain anatomy and physiology.
2. describe classical and operant conditioning and the process of long-term potentiation.
3. give examples of learning and memory components in the brain and at the synapse.
4. describe the stages of sleep and their corresponding physiological correlates.
5. list the types of memory as processed in the brain.
6. describe the brain regions and physiology associated with three categories of psychological disorders.
7. give examples of the problems inherent in measuring and assessing consciousness.

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PSYC 2021 - Abnormal Psychology

Credits: 3
Hours/Week: Lecture NoneLab None
Course Description: This course is an introduction to the diagnosis, causes, and treatments of psychological disorders. Students will learn the descriptions and prevalence of major disorders in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), as well as their theoretical causes and associated treatments. The role of culture and diversity in mental illness will also be explored. Some of the disorders that will be studied in detail include mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma-related disorders, eating disorders, addictive disorders, schizophrenia, developmental disorders, and personality disorders.
MnTC Goals
5 History/Social/Behavioral Science, 7 Human Diversity

Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1020  with a grade of C or higher, ENGL 1021  with a grade of C or higher.
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content

1. Abnormal psychology in a historical context

2. An integrative approach to abnormal psychology

3. Research methods

4. Clinical assessment and diagnosis

5. Anxiety disorders

6. Obsessive-compulsive and related disorders

7. Trauma- and stressor-related disorders

8. Depressive, bipolar, and related disorders

9. Dissociative disorders

10. Somatic symptom and related disorders

11. Feeding and eating disorders

12. Sexual dysfunctions and gender dysphoria

13. Sleep-wake disorders, physical disorders, and health psychology

14. Substance-related and addictive disorders

15. Disruptive, impulse-control, and conduct disorders

16. Schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders

17. Neurocognitive disorders

18. Personality disorders

19. Mental health services: ethical and legal issues

1. distinguish between normal and abnormal behavior.

2. identify research methods and types of questions that emerge in the science of abnormal psychology.

3. evaluate major historical and contemporary theoretical and treatment perspectives associated with the field of abnormal psychology.

4. identify the characteristics, strengths, and limitations of the current diagnostic system (DSM).

5. describe the epidemiology, etiology, assessment, symptoms, and scientifically validated treatments of specific psychological disorders.

6. describe how aspects of diversity (including age, race, culture, sex, and class) are related to understanding psychological processes.

7. explain how psychologists use their understanding of the APA Ethics Code and legal system to guide decisions in clinical and legal situations.

8. apply psychological constructs to understand and improve intrapersonal, interpersonal and intercultural dysfunction (e. g. case studies).

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PSYC 2043 - Child Development

1. Introduction to basic terms, theories, theorists, and concepts related to child development
2. Scientific research methods used in the study of child development
3. Ethical issues in research
4. Conception, Genetic, Prenatal, Birth, and Postnatal Influences on child development
5. Formation of the Brain and Nervous System
6. Development of Motor and Physical skills and capabilities
7. Influences of Sensation, Perception, and Learning on development
8. Personality and Emotional Development
9. Cognitive and Intellectual Development
10. Self, Social, Moral Development, Values, and Ethics

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the scientific research methods used to study children
2. Describe historical, as well as, contemporary perspectives on child development.
3. Apply theoretical perspectives to current issues related to child development.
4. Analyze the effects of physical, cognitive, and psychosocial changes that affect child development.
5. Identify different contexts within which child development occurs.
6. Articulate the processes of developing knowledge, competencies, social awareness and morality the child must negotiate.
7. Analyze their ethical views concerning a variety of developmental problem.
8. Demonstrate an understanding of theoretical perspectives that relate to child development.

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PSYC 2044 - Adolescent Development

1. Introduction to Adolescent Development
   1. Historical and contemporary perspective
   2. Theoretical perspective
   3. Scientific research methods
   4. Ethical issues in research
2. Biological Foundations
   1. Physical
   2. Puberty
   3. Health
3. Cognitive Development
4. Contexts of Development
   1. Families
   2. Peers
   3. Schools
   4. Culture
5. Social, Emotional, and Personality Development ¿ The Self and Identity ¿ Gender ¿ Sexuality ¿ Moral Development and Values
   1. Ethical and Civic Responsibility
   2. b. Achievement, Careers, and Work
6. Adolescent Problems
   1. Problems
   2. Health
   3. Stress and Coping

1. describe the scientific research methods used to study adolescence.
2. explain the theoretical perspectives in adolescent development.
3. compare and contrast historical and contemporary perspectives of adolescence.
4. analyze adolescents¿ identity development in terms of ethics and values.
5. apply ethical standards to contemporary adolescent issues.
6. apply theoretical perspectives to current issues in adolescent development.
7. analyze the effects of the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial changes that characterize adolescent development
8. identify the different contexts within which adolescent development occurs.
9. explain the adolescent process of developing a sense of self.
10. analyze the rights and responsibilities of citizenship in relation to ethical and civic responsibilities.

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PSYC 2045 - Adulthood, Aging and Death

1. Introduction to basic terms, theories, theorists, and concepts related to adult development
2. Scientific research methods and the ethical issues related to research in adult development
3. Genetic, physical, cognitive, and psychosocial influences on adult development
4. Philosophical and scientific models used for exploring the meaning(s) of life and death
5. Development and deterioration of motor and physical skills and capabilities throughout one’s life
6. Influences of sensation, perception, and learning on adult development
7. Personality and emotional development throughout one’s adult life
8. Cognitive and intellectual development throughout one’s adult life
9. Social and moral development throughout one’s adult life
10. Ethical and civic responsibility throughout one¿s adult life
11. Ethical issues in adulthood, aging, and death
12. The dying process across cultures
13. Death and its many meanings

1. describe the scientific research methods used to study adult development, aging, death and dying.
2. define theoretical perspectives that relate to adult development.
3. compare and contrast the historical, and contemporary perspectives on adult development.
4. apply theoretical perspectives to current issues related to adult development.
5. analyze the effects of physical, cognitive, and psychosocial changes that affect adult development
6. identify different contexts within which adult development occurs.
7. articulate the processes of death and dying.
8. analyze their ethical views concerning a variety of developmental problems.
9. apply ethical standards to contemporary adult issues.
10. analyze the rights and responsibilities of citizenship in relation to ethical and civic responsibility.

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PSYC 2050 - Statistics for Psychology

Credits: 4
Hours/Week: Lecture 4Lab None
Course Description: This course is intended for anyone interested in learning basic psychology research design and statistical analysis. Students will use basic mathematical and computerized procedures to analyze data in the behavioral sciences and to conduct descriptive and inferential data analyses. A statistical software package (e.g., SPSS, R) will be used to analyze data. Students will choose and apply statistical procedures to help to answer psychological and behavioral scientific research questions.  Students will also read, interpret, and write APA-style Results sections for behavioral science research.
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s): MATH 1025   (preferred) or MATH 1061  or above with a grade of C or higher and PSYC 1020  with a grade of C or higher.
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content

1. Central tendency and variability

2. Basics of Inferential statistics: Z scores, the normal curve, sample versus population, and probability

3. Hypothesis testing

4. Making sense of statistical significance: Effect size, confidence intervals, and statistical power

5. Choosing appropriate statistics

6. Using SPSS or another appropriate statistical package, R, or other statistics program

7. Reporting results in APA format

8. The t-test: One and two Samples (between and within) 

9. Introduction to analysis of variance

10. Correlation

11. Chi-square tests 

1. demonstrate a college-level knowledge of the mathematics and logic behind selecting and applying statistical procedures appropriate for a given hypothesis, scale of measurement, and experimental design.

2. perform and describe the statistical procedures commonly used by social scientists including their respective advantages and disadvantages. These include:

   1. Creating a visual display of data (e.g., bar chart, histogram)

   2. Measures of central tendency, variability, and frequency distributions.

   3. Correlational and regression analyses.

   4. Inferential statistical procedures, including t-tests, ANOVAs, multiple comparison tests, confidence intervals, and effect sizes.

   5. Nonparametric tests (e.g., chi-square). 

3. interpret, and summarize basic statistical conclusions from psychological and behavioral science sources accurately and critically evaluate the statistical presentations of others.

4. interpret statistical findings and graphs in the context of their level of statistical significance, confidence intervals, effect sizes, and underlying assumptions, and explain these findings using common language and conventions of the American Psychological Association.

5. use SPSS or another statistical package to build data sets, run univariate analyses, and interpret and display results. 

    

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PSYC 2780 - Internship in Psychology

Credits: 2-3
Hours/Week: Lecture NoneLab None
Internship For an internship that takes place during Fall or Spring semester, 6-8 hours per week for a 2-credit course or 9-12 hours per week for a 3-credit course may be used as an initial estimate.
Course Description: This internship provides students with the opportunity to explore a particular area of interest within the field of psychology. Students will work in a professional environment while applying a variety of psychological theories, concepts, and/or skills. Students will need to provide their own transportation to and from the site. The course may be repeated with faculty consent for up to 6 credits total.
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s): Completion of a second PSYC course with a grade of C or higher. Assessment score placement in ENGL 1021  or completion of ENGL 0090  with a grade of C or higher. Instructor consent.
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content

1. Expectations of student

2. Expectations of internship site

3. Expectations of faculty/college

4. Psychological concepts and skills at the internship site

5. Appropriate behavior and communication skills at the internship site

6. Personal strengths/areas for improvement

7. Future professional goals

1. apply psychological theories and/or concepts to a professional setting.

2. describe the characteristics of a successful employee in the field of psychology or mental health.

3. utilize appropriate ethical and communication skills in a workplace environment.

4. evaluate the fit between this position and environment with one’s own career goals.

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PSYC 2790 - Special Topics in Psychology

1. Analyze complex problems regarding individuals’ emotions, behavior, and cognition.
2. Demonstrate how psychologists conduct research on topic area in which the special course focuses.
3. Apply basic psychological concepts to the specific issues related to the topic under study.

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PSAF 1020 - Foundations of Public Safety

1. Introduction to public safety inter/multi-agency (sub-discipline) disaster communications.
2. Orientation to, history of, and current developments in emergency management.
3. Orientation to, history of, and current developments in homeland security.
4. Orientation to, history of, and current developments in the fire service
5. Resume creation
6. Cross-cultural communications between public safety sub-disciplines.
7. Cross-cultural relations between public safety sub-disciplines.
8. Incident Command System
9. Job Interview Preparation
10. Orientation to, history of, and current developments in communications.
11. Orientation to, history of, and current developments in emergency medical services.
12. Orientation to, history of, and current developments in law enforcement.
13. Roles, responsibilities, and limitations of EMS, the fire service, law enforcement, communications, and emergency management.

1. discuss how the public safety discipline integrates into homeland security.
2. compare and contrast common organizational charts and lines of authority for various public safety entities.
3. compare and contrast the roles, responsibilities, and limitations of EMS, the fire service, law enforcement, communications, and emergency management during natural, human-made, or terrorist disasters.
4. compare and contrast the origins, history and evolution of each public safety discipline.
5. develop a professional resume.
6. describe the Incident Command System (ICS).
7. prepare effective responses to job interview questions.
8. illustrate the need for cross sub-discipline communications during natural, human-made, or terrorist disasters.
9. compose a document outlining a plan for the continued evolution of the students sub-discipline.
10. compare and contrast the unique characteristics, stressors, and situational aspects of another public safety sub-discipline to the students.
11. compare and contrast the roles, responsibilities, and limitations of EMS, the fire service, law enforcement, communications, and emergency management.

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PSAF 1032 - Principles of Public Safety Leadership

1. Decision making models.
2. Grant research and writing.
3. Laws, rules, and procedures unique to public safety occupations: Data privacy laws HIPPA. Release of information. Responsibility to the public Daily operations. During disasters. Legal control and authority. Civil liabilities. Medical oversight.
4. Organizational behavior.
5. Public safety research: Reading and interpreting. Writing.
6. Team development and operations
7. The multi-cultural community.

1. Compare and contrast decision making models.
2. Develop a list of potential public safety research questions.
3. Analyze legal implications and ramifications of decision-making.
4. Discuss legal authority and limitations of the sub-disciplines of public safety.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of research and writing as applied to public safety.
6. Compare and contrast public and private operating issues of Emergency Medical Services (EMS).
7. Differentiate between procedures, rules, and law as they apply to public safety
8. Assess the need for cultural awareness in public safety operations.
9. Construct team strategies to improve mission success in an all-hazard environment.
10. Design communication and integration strategies between sub-disciplines within public safety.
11. Discuss principles of organizational behavior.
12. Evaluate the results of a public safety research question(s).

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PSAF 1035 - Community Service Principles

1. Community relations: Performing a community needs assessment. Community involvement in public safety. Identify current, emerging, and potential future needs of a community. Proactive service and relations.
2. Crisis communications.
3. Customer service strategies: Professionalism. Gender, generational, ethnic, and cultural awareness. Developing a customer service assessment program. Identifying stakeholders and their expectations
4. Public Safety Education: Public safety education. Public safety marketing. Public safety community and media relations.
5. Recruitment and retention of public safety staff.

1. Identify stakeholders that must be considered in planning public safety operations. (L2)
2. Compare and contrast community service missions of law enforcement, the fire service, and EMS. (L4+L6)
3. Define community. (L1)
4. Discuss community service missions of public safety agencies. (L1)
5. Perform a community needs assessment to address specific community needs, challenges, or unique and diverse sub-populations within a community. (L3)
6. Demonstrate an understanding of public safety educational, marketing, and public relation programs offered by various sub-disciplines of public safety. (L3)
7. Design an action plan to address specific community needs, challenges, or unique and diverse sub-populations within a community. (L5)
8. Design an educational, marketing, or public relations program to address a unique sub-population in a community. (L5)
9. Discuss gender, generational, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds and/or issues that may impact the delivery of public safety services in a community. (L2)
10. Discuss interacting with the media during public safety operations and disasters. (L2)
11. Discuss the need for professionalism, respect, and awareness when dealing with unique and/or culturally diverse sub-populations in a community. (L2)
12. Examine the key components of crisis communication during public safety operations and disasters. (L4)

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PSAF 1790 - Independent Study

1. demonstrate advanced knowledge of the subject area identified in the independent learning plan
2. explain results of the independent study in a formal presentation or report to the instructor and/or public safety stakeholders

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PSAF 2040 - Incident Command Strategies

1. All-hazard approach to incident management
2. Incident command post location, configuration, staffing, command, and operations.
3. Interfacing with government, media, and the community.
4. Introduction to the incident command system.
5. Multi-agency incidents.
6. Review of the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
7. Role of the incident commander and staff.
8. Simulated planning, preparation, and response to natural, human-made, and terrorist incidents utilizing the incident command system and NIMS.
9. Standard operating procedures (SOP).
10. The role of non-public safety organizations.
11. Tours of EOCs.

1. Explain the all-hazard approach to incident management. (L2)
2. Identify roles and responsibilities of EOC staff. (L3)
3. Construct a plan to interface with governmental agencies, the media, and the community. (L5)
4. Discuss Homeland Security Presidential Directive 5. (L2)
5. Describe factors that may impact, challenge, or disrupt the incident management system. (L2).
6. Discuss the effective implementation of National Incident Management System. (L2)
7. Review the National Incident Management System
8. Formulate an action plan and course of action for a simulated tabletop natural, human-made, or terrorist incident. (L5)
9. Prepare standard operating procedures (SOP) that would be utilized in an EOC. (L3)
10. Compare and contrast various EOCs. (L4+6)
11. Describe daily operations of an EOC. (L2)
12. Evaluate an incident management team¿s plan, preparation, and response to a simulated tabletop natural, human-made, or terrorist incident. (L6)
13. Manage a simulated tabletop natural, human-made, or terrorist incident. (L5)

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PSAF 2045 - Project Management in Public Safety

1. Action-planning process.
2. Critical research.
3. Information gathering.
4. Introduction to organizational change and project management for public safety issues, challenges, and projects.
5. Organizational change models.
6. Overview of project management.
7. Proposing and presenting projects to public safety leaders.
8. Topic, issue, problem selection.

1. Describe how to conduct a preliminary diagnostic scan related to public safety issues, challenges, and projects.
2. Conduct a literature search.
3. Describe the steps in project management.
4. Identify organizational change models related to public safety.
5. Select an organizational topic, issue, or problem for development and/or improvement.
6. Examine how critical research is utilized during project planning
7. Compare information gathering methods.
8. Explain the steps in critical research.
9. Compare methods of presenting a project to public safety organizational leaders.
10. Describe the steps in proposing a project to public safety organizational leaders.
11. List the four steps in the action-planning process as applied to public safety issues, challenges, and projects

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PSAF 2050 - Public Safety Capstone

1. Draft submission and instructor feedback
2. Final project submission
3. Literature search
4. Orientation to the capstone course
5. Perform project
6. Project conceptualization/brainstorming
7. Project drafting
8. Project presentation
9. Project proposal submission

1. Evaluate the results of the solution and make necessary improvements or modifications to it. (L6)
2. Present the project to the Advisory Committee in a written and verbal format. (L3)
3. Perform a literature search relevant to the specific project. (L3)
4. Discuss with organizations potential topics, issues, or problems that may be used for the capstone project. (L2)
5. Construct a multi-media presentation summarizing the project. (L5)
6. Analyze the selected topic, issue, or problem. (L4)
7. Implement the solution to the topic, issue, or problem. (L3)
8. Construct a detailed written product on the project. (L5)
9. Propose and develop a solution for the topic, issue, or problem. (L5)

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RADT 1020 - Fundamentals of Radiography

Credits: 3
Hours/Week: Lecture NoneLab None
Course Description: An introductory course providing an overview of the field of radiography and its role in health care. Topics include basic patient care skills, body mechanics, infection control techniques, aseptic procedures, emergency care, drug administration, HIPPA guidelines, patient communication and meeting the psychological needs of the patient are discussed. Students are introduced to the basic principles of radiation protection and safety, related radiography terminology, legal issues and basic exposure factors of radiology
MnTC Goals
None

Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content

1. Professional Role of the Radiographer

2. Patient Assessment and Communication

3. Infection Control / Institutional Safety

4. Body Mechanics

5. Surgical Asepsis

6. Vital Signs / Oxygen Administration

7. Medical Emergencies in Radiographic Imaging

8. Care of Patients with Special Needs

9. Care of Patients during Fluoroscopic examinations

10. Basic Pharmacology

11. Drug Administration

12. Organization of the Health Care Profession

13. Terminal Goals of RADT Program

14. HIPAA Compliance in Radiology

15. Overview of the Radiology Department

16. Basic X-ray Production Terminology

17. Introduction to X-ray equipment

18. Radiation Protection / Safety

19. Legal / Ethical / Moral Principles as related to the Profession

20. Cultural Diversity of the Patient

21. Medical Terminology

1. define various terms as related to the general body systems.

2. demonstrate proper lifting and transferring of patients.

3. discuss the proper care of a patient with special needs.

4. demonstrate the proper method for obtaining vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, respiration) in a classroom setting.

5. discuss the proper method of preparing a sterile field in the classroom setting.

6. discuss proper oxygen administration.

7. discuss the proper use of personal protective equipment.

8. describe patient’s rights and the role of the radiographer in protecting those rights.

9. describe the basic radiation protection and safety practices to be followed by a radiographer.

10. describe the criteria for a professional in the field of Radiologic Technology.

11. describe the role of HIPPA compliance in the Radiology Department.

12. describe the significance of belonging to professional organizations.

13. describe the use of universal precautions and blood and body substance precautions.

14. identify the basic levels of neurological and cognitive functioning.

15. identify the legal, ethical and moral principles as related to the radiography profession.

16. identify the overall administration of a major health care facility and a Radiology Department.

17. identify the various terms related to x-ray image production.

18. list the radiographer’s responsibility for maintaining surgical aseptic techniques.

19. select the appropriate drug administration supplies and properly draws up contrast media.

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