report review, sleep documentation and editing
and reviewing
physician's final report. Also covered is the proper flow
of patients
into an accredited sleep disorders center. Sleep center management
covered; time permitting. PREREQUISITES: PSG 110* and PSG
120C* or permission of Program Director.
PSG 131* Sleep Scoring (4) A study of the sleep staging of
adults
and pediatrics, respiratory scoring, scoring of PLMS, scoring
of
REM density, scoring of EKG arrhythmias and recognition of
atypical EEG patterns. PREREQUISITES: PSG 110* and PSG 120C*
or permission of Program Director.
PSG 132* Sleep Registry Review (4) This course is designed
to
prepare the student for the NBRPT examination. It includes
test
preparation and review. PREREQUISITES: PSG 110* and PSG 120C*
or permission of Program Director.
PSG 133C* Clinical Practice II (6) Supervised clinical application
of electrode placement utilizing the 1020 method, proper patient
preparation, montages, protocols, impedance checks, calibrations,
trouble-shooting, vital sign assessment, proper documentation
and
note-taking. PREREQUISITES: PSG 110* and PSG 120C* or permission
of program director. 120 clinical hours per term.
Social Science
SOS 101 Introduction to Social Science I (3) A study of the
nature
of the social sciences with an emphasis on the sociological
and
psychological aspects of culture, personality, family, religion,
and
education.
SOS 102 Introduction to Social Science II (3) A study of the
nature
of the social sciences with an emphasis on political and economic
structures.
Social Services
SOCS 1010 D*Introduction to Social Services (3) An introduction
to the various fields of social work and the roles and responsibilities
of human services professionals and volunteers. Includes study
of
the history and structure of social welfare. A minimum of
30 hours
of volunteer work in an agency is required. (Same as HSC 100D*.)
SOCS 1020 * Human Behavior in the Social Environment (3) A
study of human motivation and of the impact of the social
environment
on human behavior as well as the development of the socialization
skills and coping mechanisms necessary for effectively functioning
in social contexts.
SOCS 2010* Social Services for Children and Youth (3) This
course examines the special needs of children and youth and
the
social services that are available to meet those needs.
SOCS 2015* Social Services for Special Populations (3) This
course examines the special needs of women, minorities, the
elderly
and other vulnerable populations and the social services that
are
available to meet those needs.
SOCS 2020D* Theories & Methods of Social Services Practices
(3) Students develop skills in observation of behavior, listening,
and
interviewing to be utilized with various groups, individuals,
families
and the aged. Emphasis will be on in-class exercises and role
playing.
Techniques for information gathering and assessment are examined.
PREREQUISITE: SOCS 1010D* . (Same as HSC 200D*.)
SOCS 2030* Violence and Conflict (3) The causes and
consequences of violent conflicts between individuals and
groups
and conflict resolution techniques.
SOCS 2035D* Alcohol and Drug Abuse (3) An overview of drug
abuse and use including an examination of current problems
with
alcohol and illicit drugs. A study of the history of drug
abuse and
the psychological and sociological factors involved. (Same
as PSY
244D).
SOCS 2060* Field Practicum (5) Supervised work experience
in
selected social services agencies. Minimum of 45 clock hours
must
be completed in an approved agency. PREREQUISITE: Completion
of 30 hours of major core courses or permission of instructor.
Sociology
SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology (3) An introduction to
sociology as a science and to basic sociological concepts,
social
structure, and social institutions, including the family and
education.(Same as RODP SOC 1010)
SOC 102 Social Problems (3) A study of select ed contemporary
social problems, including crime, family disorganization,
health care,
inequality, population, and environment.
SOC 204 Sociology of Aging (3) A study of the social and cultural
aspects of an aging population. Emphasis is placed on problems
encountered and the resources available for coping with old
age.
SOC 206 Delinquency and Crime (3) An introduction to the field
of criminology. This course includes a study of types of criminal
behavior and the extent of crime, the criminal justice system,
and
corrections.
SOC 240T* Selected Topics in Sociology (1-6) Specialized topical
issues and/or problems in sociology, selected and studied
in depth.
Fifteen classroom contact hours with faculty required per
credit
hour. May be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours
of credit
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