MRI 204C - Clinical Applications of Magnetic Resonance Imaging

1. Demonstrate to the clinical staff and Radiologists proper MRI scanning techniques for each examine assigned.
2. Identify and utilize proper patient care protocols for each assigned scanning procedure.
3. Utilize special instructions necessary for patients that undergo a MRI scan.
4. Manipulate all the computer systems to produce quality MRI images.
5. Calculate medication doses under direct supervision of qualified medical staff.
6. Employ emergency patient care techniques as required.
7. Demonstrate the use of proper “standard of care” and “scope of practice” methods and protocols as required within a Radiology and MRI department.
8. Demonstrate how to and utilize all the necessary steps for the process of informed consent.
9. Scrutinize and produce quality MRI scanning images while utilizing necessary patient care precautions prior to, during and after sagittal planes, transverse planes, coronal planes and off-axis sectional anatomy images of the human anatomic body sections.

1. Potential risks from MRI scanning procedures
2. Patient safety guidelines
3. Patient monitoring requirements
4. Scope of Practice and Standard of Care Procedures
5. American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Code of Ethics
6. Informed consent
7. Isolation procedures
8. Contrast injections and patient care procedures
9. Medications
10. Life threatening situations
11. Sectional anatomy
12. Image production and evaluation

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MMT 130 - Job Safety & First Aid

1. Recognize current legal occupational safety and health standards and requirements.
2. Determine the affect of occupational injuries and illnesses on business.
3. Apply risk management methods to implement safety policies.
4. Identify strategies to prevent occupational accidents.
5. Apply basic first aid, CPR and AED skills for emergency treatment in wounds, respiratory problems, cardiac arrest and sudden illnesses.

1. Legal aspects of risk management and accident prevention
2. Workers compensation laws
3. Occupational Safety and Health Act
4. Occupational risk management, accident prevention and safety programs
5. First aid care skills
6. Cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
7. Respiratory emergencies

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MMT 131 - Intro to OSHA/Industrial Hygiene

1. Define OSHA, the OSH Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and industrial hygiene concepts.
2. Explain Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), walking and working surfaces, exit routes and hazard communication.
3. Describe materials handling, hazardous materials, electrical safety and health programs.
4. Cite the OSHA outreach training program guidelines.
5. Pass an OSHA 10 hour general industry standard assessment.

1. OSHA
2. Walking and working surfaces
3. Exit routes and emergency action plans
4. Fire prevention plans and fire protection
5. Electrical safety
6. PPE
7. Materials handling
8. Hazard communication
9. Hazardous materials
10. Industrial hygiene
11. Safety and health programs
12. Bloodborne pathogens

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MMT 208 - Backflow Tester Certification

1. Recognize new and traditional designs of cross-connection control devices.
2. Recognize a variety of testing equipment.
3. Use test procedures, utilize documentation and comply with industry regulations.
4. Recognize common cross connections related to Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and irrigation systems.
5. List the requirements to install devices on reuse water systems.
6. Identify problems that threaten potable water systems.
7. Disassemble backflow devices.
8. Repair backflow devices.
9. Apply appropriate industry-wide regulatory federal and state laws in the field

1. Basic concepts and definitions
2. Back siphonage, back pressure and fluid dynamics
3. Cross connections
4. Common public health issues with drinking water safety
5. Backflow protection
6. Federal Safe Drinking Water Act, PA Uniform Construction Code and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements
7. Backflow test kit designs and options
8. Testing methods for double check
9. Reduced pressure assemblies and pressure vacuum breakers
10. Thermal expansion
11. Troubleshooting
12. Backflow preventer models
13. Proper drainage
14. Fire protection assemblies

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MMT 209 - Preparation for ASSE Repair Certification

 
Description
This advanced course is taught by an ASSE Certified instructor to prepare ASSE Testers for ASSE repair certification of backflow devices that protect the public water system. The hands-on portion includes testing and repairs of spill-resistant pressure vacuum breakers, as well as larger sized double-check, reduced pressure, and pressure vacuum breaker assemblies.  Testing of cross-connection control theory and regulations will be reviewed, as well as installation and testing procedures of four assembly types. Troubleshooting of malfunctioning valves are discussed. ASSE’s repair certification must be renewed every three years.  Repair Certification automatically renews ASSE Tester Certification for three years. The hands-on and written tests are conducted by an ASSE certified proctor following the conclusion of this course.

1. Demonstrate ASSE test procedures of four types of backflow assemblies.
2. Demonstrate repair and maintenance of four types of backflow assemblies.
3. Explain regulations and theory of cross-connection control.
4. Discuss proper installation, design and accepted industry practices.
5. Implement manufacturers’ recommendations for use in repair.
6. Select troubleshooting procedure prior to repairs.
7. Apply proper care of test equipment.

1. Testing procedures.
2. Repair and maintenance procedures of four backflow assemblies.
3. Regulations and theory of cross-connection control.
4. Installation, design and accepted industry practices.
5. Manufacturers’ recommendations.
6. Care of test equipment.

• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

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MMT 210 - Backflow Preventer ASSE Tester Re-certification

 
Description
This Backflow Testers Re-certification course updates student knowledge and skills on the latest industry procedures and regulations for testing backflow assemblies.  Students practice and are evaluated on testing a variety of backflow assemblies.  Re-certification is required every three years to maintain ASSE Tester Certification.

1. Recall new and traditional backflow control devices.
2. Demonstrate test procedures using a variety of test equipment.
3. Evaluate compliance regulations.
4. Document backflow test results.

1. New and traditional backflow control devices
2. Testing both procedures and equipment
3. Backflow compliance regulations
4. Test documentation procedures

• Technological Competence

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MFT 107 - Blueprint Reading for Machinists

1. Identify title blocks and interpret information.
2. Identify line types and uses.
3. Identify views.
4. Sketch one, two and three view parts.
5. Identify tolerances and applications.
6. Identify Finish symbols.
7. Interpret geometric tolerancing (GD&T) symbols.
8. Interpret assembly drawings.
9. Identify weld symbols.

1. Title blocks
2. Orthographic projection
3. Tolerances
4. Finish and GD&T symbols
5. Assembly drawings
6. Weld symbols

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MFT 110 - Job Search Strategies for Manufacturing

1. Recognize appropriate research techniques for conducting job searches in the manufacturing industry.
2. Prepare a resume targeted for the manufacturing industries.
3. Prepare and write cover letters and follow-up letters.
4. Describe interviewing techniques for securing employment in the manufacturing industries.
5. Recognize proper networking techniques specific to manufacturing industries.

1. Manufacturing industry career clarification
2. Manufacturing industry job-market research
3. Resumé development
4. Cover letters and other correspondence
5. Job search: sources, techniques and strategies
6. Interviewing strategies
7. Building a referral network

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MFT 141 - Introduction to Machining

1. Identify modern machine tools, operations and safety in the work place.
2. Set up and calculate basic shop math problems.
3. Identify the evolution of machine tools.
4. Develop a process plan for a machined part.
5. Use hand tools for bench work operations.
6. Measure with steel rule, vernier and dial caliper and vernier micrometers.
7. Identify various measuring and cutting tools used in machining.
8. Set up and operate drilling machines to perform basic operations.
9. Set up and operate metal cutting saws.

1. Shop safety
2. Measurement
3. Hand tools
4. Layout
5. Cutting tools
6. Saws
7. Basic shop math
8. Job planning
9. Bench work operation
10. Tool identification
11. Materials
12. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

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MFT 143 - Introduction to Lathe Operations

 
Description
This course is designed to provide students with basic skills in the use of the metal lathe and its parts and applications. Classroom and lab activities will include straight turning, facing, single-point threading, grooving, knurling and taper turning. Students will turn parts to specification, while observing appropriate safety procedures.

1. Perform safe work habits and techniques.
2. Sharpen high speed steel (HSS) lathe cutting tools.
3. Identify parts of the lathe.
4. Use “Machinery’s Handbook” and calculator to calculate speed and feed.
5. Develop process plans for turning parts.
6. Change chucks and line up parts in chuck.
7. Demonstrate appropriate setup for given operation.
8. Turn and face single point thread and turn taper to print specifications.
9. Use lathe for drilling reaming grooving and tapping operations.

1. Shop safety
2. Job planning
3. Tooling
4. Speeds and feeds
5. Alignment of centers
6. Rough turning
7. Finish turning
8. Taper turning
9. Knurling
10. Grooving
11. Cutting external treads

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MFT 145 - Introduction to Mill Operations

 
Description
This course introduces the basic skills in the use of the milling machine, its parts and applications. Classroom and lab activities will include set up and operation of the vertical milling machine, accessories and attachments, speeds and feeds, cutting techniques, drilling and reaming. Students will mill parts to specifications using appropriate safety procedures.

1. Perform safe work techniques.
2. Identify parts, operations and applications of the mill.
3. Use “Machiner’s Handbook” and calculator to calculate speed and feed.
4. Develop process plan for milling parts.
5. Tram the head of the mill in setup and indicate mill vise.
6. Square part in a vise.
7. Edge, find and locate feature positions.
8. Perform face milling, slot milling, drilling, reaming, tapping and boring.
9. Select appropriate tool for given operation.

1. Shop safety
2. Job planning
3. Speeds and feeds
4. Tooling
5. Conventional and climb milling
6. Drilling, reaming, tapping, boring
7. Squaring materials
8. Rough milling
9. Finish milling
10. Face milling
11. Milling slots and steps

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MFT 147 - Introduction to Grinding Operations

 
Description
This course is designed to introduce the processes of precision grinding operations and their applications. Students will use surface grinders and techniques to make parts to specification. Additionally, they will study grinding safety, wheel selection, dressing wheels, surface finishes, grinding flats, parallels, squares, steps slots and angles.

1. Recognize and utilize safe work techniques.
2. Identify parts, operations and applications of the surface grinder.
3. Develop process plan for grinding parts.
4. Identify and select proper grinding wheels for various materials and applications.
5. Demonstrate appropriate setup for given operation.

1. Shop safety
2. Job planning
3. Wheel selections
4. Wheel dressing
5. Work holding
6. Surface grinding

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MFT 149 - Fundamentals of Computer Controlled Machining

 
Description
This course is designed to develop the skills of a machinist through knowledge of computer numerical control (CNC) production techniques. Students will be taught manual part programming in G and M code and conversational programming. Emphasis will be placed on writing part programs for lathe and milling machines.

1. Recognize and utilize safe work techniques.
2. Identify parts, operations and applications of the CNC turning and machining centers.
3. List advantages and disadvantages of CNC machining.
4. Use right angle trigonometry to calculate tool position.
5. Calculate speed and feeds.
6. Use G and M code to write a program for CNC milling machines and turning centers.
7. Perform canned cycles for hole operations.
8. Perform conversational programming formats.
9. Demonstrate appropriate setup for given operation.

1. Development of CNC
2. Cartesian coordinate system
3. Absolute and incremental programming
4. Right angle trigonometry
5. Calculating speeds and feeds
6. Use of cutter compensation
7. G and M codes
8. Canned cycles
9. Conversational programming format

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MFT 211 - Material Safety and Equipment Overview

1. Utilize proper safety and hygiene rules in nanofabrication processing.
2. Explain the operation of vacuum pumps and measurement of vacuum pressure.
3. Apply materials handling techniques.
4. Handle and dispose biological materials and nanoscale particles.
5. Design and build a vacuum system.
6. Operate a thermal evaporator from pump down through gold deposition.
7. Examine and operate a Residual Gas Analyzer (RGA).
8. Analyze a vacuum processing chamber with RGA.
9. Use profilometer and optical microscopes.
10. Operate a Low Pressure Chemical Vapor Deposition (LPCVD) reactor.

1. Overview of safety, health and environmental issues
2. Cleanroom operation
3. Vacuum pump systems
4. Vacuum accessories
5. Gas delivery
6. Metrology
7. Thermal evaporators
8. Chemical handling techniques
9. Vacuum-based processing control
10. Plasma-based processing
11. Equipment overview

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MFT 212 - Basic Nanofabrication Processes

1. Recognize and apply proper safety and cleanroom behavior.
2. Determine the electrical characteristics of a p-n junction.
3. Apply the process of lithography to projects.
4. Operate the Veeco Digital Instrument.
5. Operate the AFT in contact mode.
6. Evaporate Gold features through a shadow mask.
7. Describe the importance of process control and contamination.
8. Recognize how to exploit the properties of work function and electro-negativity.
9. Determine the relative adhesion of different metals on various substrates.
10. Examine the etch rates of photoresists.
11. Use spectrophotometry.

1. Materials overview
2. P-n junctions
3. The oxidation furnace
4. Chemical vapor deposition
5. Plasma etching
6. Ion implantation
7. Etching
8. NPN transistor
9. CMOS transistors
10. MEM and biomedical devices

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MFT 213 - Materials in Nanotechnology

1. Apply proper safety and cleanroom behavior.
2. Explain the process of chemical vapor deposition.
3. Create mixed phase solids with anon-structures.
4. Recognize the effects of thermal annealing.
5. Examine process controls.
6. Fabricate a dye sensitized photovoltaic cell.
7. Identify the peak absorbance wave lengths of cells.
8. Evaluate optical and structural properties of nanoparticles.
9. Analyze structures using Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM).
10. Describe and apply statistical process control.

1. Deposition processes
2. Chemical vapor deposition
3. Molecular films
4. Nanoparticles
5. Semiconductor films
6. Dielectric films
7. Organic films
8. Statistical process control

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MFT 214 - Lithography for Nanofabrication

1. Describe the theory and operation of positive i-line contact and proximity photolithography.
2. Use reflective spectroscopy and profilometry.
3. Create a template using negative photolithography on a silicon wafer and use the template to create a molded structure in Polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS).
4. Print a quantum dot functionalized alkanethiol self-assembled monolayer (SAM) onto a deposited film.
5. Utilize photolithography, microscopy, profilometry, wet and dry etch skills in the use of the photolithography equipment for multi-level alignment.
6. Characterize e-beam lithography samples using Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM).
7. Use Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy (FESEM) images to compare to student SEM images.
8. Use the stamp embossing equipment to imprint a pattern into a photo resist.
9. Create block co-polymer fin and/or column patterns.

1. Resists
2. Masks
3. Developing
4. Optical lithography
5. E-beam lithography
6. Probe lithography
7. Imprinting lithography
8. Step and flash lithography
9. Pen dip lithography
10. Stamp lithography
11. Lithography and etching for patterning
12. Lithography and lift-off for patterning
13. Lithography and self-assembly for patterning

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MFT 215 - Materials Modification for Nanofabrication Applications

1. Apply proper safety and cleanroom behavior.
2. Operate materials modification equipment in a nanofabrication facility.
3. Evaluate thermal budget requirements for a typical project.
4. Grow gate and field oxides and implants for drain and source regions.
5. Use negative photolithography to produce microfluidic devices.
6. Describe particle flow in Polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) channels.
7. Recognize materials modification using ion implantation.
8. Make angle measurements and correlate these with surface treatments.
9. Operate a spin coater.

1. Thermal processes
2. Surface preparations
3. Oxidation fundamentals
4. Barrier layer formation
5. Alloying
6. Grain size and mechanical properties
7. Grain size and optical properties
8. Materials modifications
9. Spin coaters and oxide dopants

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MFT 216 - Characterization, Testing of Nanotechnology Structures & Materials

1. Apply proper safety and cleanroom behavior.
2. Select proper measurements to make for yield analysis and process control of the nanofabricated product.
3. Operate measurement equipment such as cross section, contact evaluation and transistor characterization.
4. Discuss the applications of nanofabrication to Magnetic Force Microsocpy (MFM) and Scanning Tunneling Microscopy (STM).
5. Interpret IR-spectra for identifying bonding in materials.
6. Recognize Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM).
7. Differentiate between Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and TEM in imaging.
8. Operate SEM and Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM).
9. Evaluate image analysis and process software.

1. Plasma process monitoring
2. Residual gas analysis
3. Ellipsometry and profilometry
4. Electron microscopy
5. Scanning probe microscopy
6. Fluorescence microscopy
7. Infrared spectroscopy
8. Oxide electrical charactization
9. Transistor characteristics

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MAS 101 - Massage Therapy Principles/Procedures 1

 
Description
This course introduces students to the theory and practice of professional massage therapy.  Group discussions include the history of massage from ancient to modern times, professional communication skills, informed consent and client intake, scope and standards of practice, legal and ethical issues, professional boundaries and the therapeutic relationship.  Discussions also include examining the benefits and precautions for massage, identifying endangerment sites, creating self-care plans to increase career longevity and exploring the role of the massage therapist in various employment settings. Client screening, intake and informed consent precede the application of hands-on techniques. The laboratory portion of this course includes the safe, sanitary and efficient use of massage equipment and supplies, demonstration of proper body and table mechanics, application of a system of structured strokes, touch, pressure and movement of the soft tissues of the body and the performance of Swedish massage in varying amounts of time to enhance the health and well-being of the client.  Writing clear, concise and accurate treatment notes conclude hands-on sessions. This course requires a per credit health career fee; check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate.

1. Analyze the history of massage therapy in relation to the profession.
2. Define procedures a massage therapist may legally and ethically provide within scope of practice.
3. Summarize professional standards of practice in massage therapy.
4. Describe the role of the massage therapist in various employment settings.
5. Demonstrate communication skills needed to build and maintain the therapeutic relationship with clients.
6. Implement strategies to address challenging client-therapist interactions and maintain ethical relationships.
7. Identify psychological and physiological effects of massage on human body systems, indications and contraindications for massage.
8. Create strategies of self-care to reduce stress, improve personal wellness and increase stamina in the delivery of massage therapy.
9. Demonstrate the proper, safe, sanitary and efficient use of massage equipment and supplies.
10. Display appropriate personal hygiene, safety and sanitation in the massage environment.
11. Demonstrate safe and effective body and table mechanics in the delivery of therapeutic massage.
12. Implement appropriate draping methods to ensure client warmth, comfort and privacy.
13. Execute the five basic Swedish massage strokes and elements in the application of a therapeutic massage.
14. Perform a full-body Swedish massage in varying amounts of time.
15. Write clear, concise and accurate treatment notes.

1. History of massage
2. Scope and standards of practice
3. Certification and licensure
4. Boundaries and professional, therapeutic relationships
5. Client communication, intake and informed consent
6. Legal and ethical considerations in massage
7. Benefits and effects of massage
8. Indications, cautions and contraindications
9. Equipment and supplies
10. Infection control, safety and sanitation
11. Professionalism, appearance and personal hygiene
12. Self-care strategies
13. Proper body mechanics for massage therapists
14. Draping methods
15. Swedish massage techniques
16. Massage session documentation

• Communication
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

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MAS 102 - Massage Therapy Principles/Procedures 2

In the laboratory portion of the class, students practice advanced relaxation Swedish system techniques, relevant spa therapies, and seated massage techniques.  Students will be required to volunteer outside of scheduled class time.  This course requires a per credit health career fee; check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate.

1. Perform a professional therapeutic chair massage for a variety of duration.
2. Demonstrate safety, sanitation and hygiene precautions for clients of chair and table massage.
3. Document sessions utilizing medical terminology and abbreviations.
4. Describe contraindications to massage for a variety of modality interventions.
5. Develop a personalized business and marketing plan.
6. Create a professional website, business card and brochure.
7. Create a therapeutic blend of essential oils for use in a massage session.
8. Integrate related spa modalities into a therapeutic massage session.

1. Advanced Swedish massage techniques
2. Business accounting and bookkeeping relevant to massage
3. Business entities, practices and marketing techniques common to massage
4. Professional session documentation
5. Business plans for massage therapy
6. Chair massage
7. Legal and ethical responsibilities of the massage therapist
8. Employment and self-employment contracts and agreements
9. Professional and ethical communication
10. Professional insurance
11. Safety and hygiene practices
12. Spa-related therapies

• Communication
• Technological Competence

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MAS 110 - Musculoskeletal Palpation for Massage Therapy

 
Description
In this course students explore the musculoskeletal system in greater detail. Anatomical and directional terminologies are discussed.  Students distinguish various actions of the joints of the body and identify bones and bony landmarks of the upper body, lower body and torso. Students incorporate muscle palpation as a direct approach to understanding the origin, insertion and action of the muscles of the upper body, lower body and torso. The relationship of myofascial tissue quality to movement, posture, pain and dysfunction is explored. This course requires a per credit health career fee; Check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate.

1. Decribe the importance of palpation skills as a massage therapist.
2. Define anatomical and directional terminologies.
3. Contrast concentric, eccentric and isometric muscle contractions.
4. Differentiate specific body structures through touch using a variety of “tools” (i.e. hand, fingers, palm, etc).
5. Analyze the individual bones of the body in relationship to the attachment points and movements of muscles.
6. Palpate bones, bony landmarks and muscles of the upper body, lower body and torso.
7. Identify on a diagram and client the origin, insertion and actions of the muscles of the upper body, lower body and torso.
8. Describe the impact of soft tissue quality on movement, posture and pain.

1. Anatomical and directional terminology
2. Movements of the body
3. Palpable qualities of different tissue states (healthy, hypertonic, edematous, etc.)
4. Bones and muscles of the head, neck and face
5. Bones and muscles of the shoulder and arm
6. Bones and muscles of the forearm, wrist and hand
7. Bones and muscles of the spine and trunk
8. Bones and muscles of the pelvis, hip and thigh
9. Bones and muscles of the lower leg, ankle and foot

• Communication
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

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MAS 111 - Pathology for Massage Therapy

 
Description
This course explores the etiology, signs and symptoms, typical allopathic treatments, complementary and alternative treatments and implications of common pathological conditions as they relate to massage. Students define common pathology terminology and analyze the indications and contraindications of various massage applications specific to common conditions. Additionally, students learn to locate and analyze related peer-reviewed research of massage interventions on specific conditions. This course requires a per credit health career fee; Check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate.

1. Define common pathological terminology basic to massage therapy.
2. Describe the concepts related to the inflammation and the acute stage, subacute stage and maturation stages of healing.
3. Identify common pathological conditions encountered in massage therapy.
4. Explore the etiology, signs and symptoms and typical allopathic treatments for each condition.
5. Analyze massage indications/contraindications and massage applications for each condition.

1. Pathogenic agents and causes of disease
2. Inflammation and stages of healing
3. Conditions of the integumentary, musculoskeletal, nervous, cardiovascular, lymphatic and immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems
4. Cancer and its progression
5. Anatomy and physiology of the reproductive systems
6. Peer-reviewed research of soft tissue interventions

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MAS 201 - Massage Therapy Principles/Procedures 3

1. Perform visual and palpatory assessments to determine soft tissue restrictions.
2. Perform an integrated deep tissue massage using myofascial techniques.
3. Articulate the precautions and contraindications for hydrotherapy.
4. Demonstrate professional and ethical communication with clients. 
5. Deliver safe hydrotherapy within a designated time frame.
6. Integrate topical agents into a massage session.
7. Implement safe and effective techniques to locate and release trigger points.
8. Demonstrate a variety of safe and effective stretching techniques.
9. Perform pre- and post-event massage.
10. Develop a treatment plan appropriate to the needs of a client experiencing myofascial pain.
11. Demonstrate the application of thumbs, hands, arms, elbows and forearms in a biomechanically correct manner during massage.

1. Deep tissue massage
2. Myofascial release
3. Trigger Point therapy
4. Body mechanics
5. Hydrotherapy and topical agents
6. Posture and other visual/palpatory assessments
7. Professional and ethical communication
8. Medical reimbursement
9. Safety and hygiene practices
10. Sports massage
11. Stretching techniques
12. Transverse friction

• Communication
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

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MAS 203 - Massage Therapy Modalities 1

 
Description
This course introduces students to adjunctive spa-related therapies. The history and etiquette of spas are discussed. As an adjunct to the healing process students integrate the blending and appplication of essential oils with aromatherapy. Students differentiate essential oil properties to create an individualized blend for clients and assess the indications and contraindications of common essential oils. Students incorporate safe and sanitary application of hot stones to enhance the Swedish and Deep Tissue massage experiences. Students discuss and apply current trending modalities related to spa therapies. This course requires a per credit health career fee; Check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate.

1. Contrast spa history and etiquette for varying types of spas.
2. Perform good health and personal hygiene practices including body mechanics, sanitation and safety procedures.
3. Integrate hot stones to enhance a Swedish or Deep Tissue massage.
4. Explore the concepts of aromatherapy.
5. Assess the indications and contraindications of common essential oils.
6. Analyze essential oil properties to create a blend specific to client’s needs.

1. Spa history and etiquette
2. Essential oils and aromatherapy
3. Hot stone massage
4. Hygiene, sanitation and safety
5. Trending spa treatments

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MAS 204 - Massage Therapy Modalities 2

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MAS 208 - Adv Kinesiology & Movement Dysfunction for Massage Therapy

 
Description
This course prepares the massage therapist student to use an orthopedic assessment protocol to assess, design and implement an individualized therapeutic massage session for clients experiencing pain and dysfunction. Students perform a wide variety of assessment techniques to assess stage, structure and severity. Students apply knowledge of the agonist, antagonist and synergistic relationship of muscles as they relate to the kinesiology of human movement. Students perform massage therapy assessment techniques to evaluate posture, muscle imbalance and movement dysfunction patterns. The laboratory portion of this course focuses on the hands-on performance of range-of-motion assessment, manual muscle resistance testing and region-specific special tests. This course requires a per credit health career fee; Check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate.

1. Evaluate posture, gait and muscle imbalances using massage appropriate asessment techniques.
2. Describe common movement and postural dysfunctions.
3. Assess the agonist, synergist and antagonist of muscles.
4. Perform range-of-motion tests for major joints of the body.
5. Perform manual muscle (resistance) testing on major muscles of the body.
6. Synthesize a situation-appropriate assessment procedure using an orthopedic assessment protocol.

1. Orthopedic assessment protocol
2. Stage, structure and severity
3. Reciprocal inhibition and synergistic dominance
4. Posture and gait and dysfunction patterns
5. Range-of-motion
6. Manual muscle testing
7. Relevant orthopedic special tests

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MAS 211L - Massage Therapy Applications

 
Description
This course provides students with practical, direct, hands-on experience in a supervised public lab setting. Under direct supervision of a licensed instructor, students set-up and break-down the staging of the professional environment, interview and screen potential clients for contraindications and obtain informed consent. Students deliver individualized professional relaxation and therapeutic table/chair massages within a given time frame and document sessions using Subjective, Objective, Application and Plan (SOAP) note format. Duties include scheduling and confirming client appointments, the sanitation and sterilization of laundry and equipment and creating client treatment plan recommendations. Students also complete a journal of their experience. This course requires a per credit health career fee; Check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate.

1. Assess clients for specific needs for therapeutic massage.
2. Determine indications and contraindications of the massage with each client.
3. Display professional and effective communication skills in a therapeutic relationship.
4. Synthesize an appropriate massage session plan based on client interview and assessment.
5. Demonstrate professional health and personal hygiene practices, including body mechanics, sanitation and safety procedures.
6. Integrate various massage techniques and modalities into the therapeutic massage session as appropriate.
7. Perform a 60-minute or 90-minute therapeutic massage in a supervised setting.
8. Write clear, concise and accurate massage therapy session notes.
9. Display respectful, professional behavior toward clients regardless of gender, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

1. Equipment sanitation and safety
2. Client intake, screening and informed consent
3. Professional communication
4. Massage session documentation
5. Massage modalities and techniques
6. Body mechanics
7. Business practices

• Communication
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
• Culture Society and Citzenship

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MAS 212C - Massage Therapy Externship

1. Maintain a sanitary, safe and hygienic environment for the delivery of massage therapy.
2. Communicate effectively with clients to discuss treatment plans and rationale.
3. Maintain professional boundaries while obtaining informed consent to treat.
4. Perform only those commonly recognized massage techniques that are legally within the scope of practice and training for massage therapists.
5. Modify treatment goals based upon client special needs.
6. Write clear, concise and accurate session notes on each client treated.

1. Equipment safety, sanitation and hygiene
2. Client screening and interview procedures
3. Professional boundaries and informed consent
4. Scope of practice for therapeutic massage
5. Special needs modifications
6. Legal and clinical documentation

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MAS 220 - Massage Therapy Seminar

 
Description
This course prepares students to make the transition from student to professional licensed massage therapist. Students explore the role of the massage therapist within the healthcare profession while discussing clinical experiences. Students identify and evaluate opportunities for continuing education and professional growth through exploration of professional associations and other resources. Academic and practical knowledge are enhanced in preparation for the state licensing examination. Students complete practice licensure examinations resembling the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx) and make application to take the required examination. This course requires a per credit health career fee; Check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate.

1. Analyze key components of a massage therapy business operation.
2. Develop a list of resources for massage continuing education.
3. Demonstrate communication skills utilized in the professional business world.
4. Analyze material covered on the licensure examination.
5. Complete a practice licensure examination.

1. Professional massage associations
2. Continuing education
3. State licensing exams
4. PA massage therapy license law and application process

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MAT 075 - Union Trade Exam Preparation-Mathematics, Experimental

1. The student will have reviewed the mathematics skills tested on the mathematics portion of various Union Trade entrance exams.

1. Place Value
2. Estimation and rounding
3. Operations with signed numbers, including applications
4. Operations with fractions, including applications
5. operations with decimals, including applications
6. Order of Operations
7. Percent, including applications
8. Ratios, including applications
9. Proportion, including applications
10. Powers of 10
11. Scientific notation
12. Converting between various units of weight and measurement
13. Angles, perimeter, area, volume, circumference
14. Pythagorean Theorem
15. Evaluating Algebraic expressions
16. Combining like terms
17. Solving Linear equations
18. Literal equations and formulas

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MAT 080 - Arithmetic Fundamentals

1. Perform operations on whole numbers.
2. Perform operations on integers.
3. Perform operations on rational numbers.
4. Convert between percents, decimals and fractions.
5. Solve application-based word problems involving area, perimeter, percents, proportions, measurement conversions and real numbers.
6. Solve multi-step linear equations in one variable.

1. Operations on integers, fractions and decimals
2. Prime factorization of whole numbers
3. Linear equations in one variable
4. Translating word problems into equations
5. Converting units of measurement
6. Converting between percents, decimals and fractions
7. Application-based word problems involving area, perimeter, percents, proportions, measurement conversions and real numbers

• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
• Quantitative and Scientific Reasoning

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MAT 090 - Algebra Fundamentals

1. Simplify numerical expression involving rational numbers.
2. Perform operations and evaluate polynomial expressions.
3. Solve linear equations, literal equations, and linear inequalities in one variable.
4. Solve application problems leading to linear equations in one variable.
5. Graph linear equations in two variables by plotting solutions (using a graphing tool is optional).
6. Factor polynomial expressions.
7. Simplify rational expressions and solve rational equations.
8. Apply the Pythagorean theorem.

1. Real number system, order of operations with rational numbers, and evaluating algebraic expressions
2. Operations on polynomial expressions including special products and factoring
3. Linear equations in one variable, linear inequalities in one variable and literal equations in one variable
4. Linear equations in two variables
5. Operations on rational expressions

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MAT 102 - Mathematical Concepts

1. Apply critical thinking such as inductive and deductive reasoning, estimation and Pol’ method in problem solving.
2. Define and recognize the basic concepts of sets, perform basic set operations, construct Venn diagrams and solve problems using sets.
3. Define and recognize the basic concepts of elementary logic, construct truth tables and identify equivalent statements.
4. Explore various numeration systems, convert and perform fundamental operations in various numeration systems.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the basic properties of angles, polygons, circles and triangles, apply the Pythagorean Theorem and calculate perimeter and area for basic plane figures.
6. Apply tree diagrams, the fundamental counting principle, permutations, and combinations in problem solving.
7. Construct and interpret bar graphs, line graphs and circle graphs.
8. Compute elementary probability and analyze elementary statistics.

1. Problem solving and critical thinking
2. Elementary set theory
3. Introduction to logic
4. Numeration systems
5. Geometry
6. Counting methods
7. Elementary probability and statistics

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MAT 106 - Mathematics for Health Sciences

1. Solve word problems using elementary algebra.
2. Convert units from one system to another (metric, US customary, apothecaries and household).
3. Compute dosages involving capsules, injections and intravenous infusion.
4. Compute the dilution factor in preparing solutions.
5. Solve for area, perimeter and volume of simple geometric figures.
6. Construct and interpret bar, line and circle graphs.
7. Graph linear equations.
8. Compute from a set of statistical data the mean, median, mode, range and standard deviation.

1. Basic arithmetic and algebra
2. Measurement systems and conversion procedures
3. Dilutions, solutions and concentrations
4. Drug dosages and intravenous calculations
5. Linear equations, graphing and variation
6. Exponential and logarithmic functions
7. Geometry
8. Charts, tables and graphs
9. Introductory statistics

• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Quantitative & Scientific Reasoning

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MAT 107 - Math for Elementary Education

1. Analyze problem situations and formulate solutions by incorporating techniques from a variety of areas within the discipline of mathematics, including logical reasoning and number theory.
2. Employ problem solving techniques in the areas of mathematics mentioned in the course description.
3. Relate areas of mathematics as they apply to problem solving.

1. Tools for Problem Solving
2. Numeration Systems
3. The Integers and Number Theory
4. Rational Numbers as Fractions
5. Exponents and Decimals
6. Ratio and Proportion
7. Percent’s
8. The theory of sets and functional operation

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MAT 108 - Intermediate Algebra

1. Simplify and evaluate expressions involving exponents, roots, and radicals.
2. Perform operations on polynomial and rational expressions.
3. Solve linear equations and inequalities.
4. Solve quadratic equations by factoring, completing the square, and using the quadratic formula.
5. For a given function, identify its domain and range; compute function values.
6. Solve equations and inequalities which contain absolute values.
7. Solve systems of linear equations in two and three variables.
8. Graph linear equations on the Cartesian plane without the aid of a calculator.
9. Identify equations of various conic sections and sketch their graphs on the Cartesian plane without the aid of a calculator
10. Analyze and evaluate polynomial functions.
11. Solve linear and quadratic applied problems.
12. Solve equations which contain logarithmic and exponential functions (optional).
13. Solve radical equations.
     

1. Solving Linear Equations and Inequalities
2. Graphs, Functions, and Applications
3. Systems of Equations
4. Polynomials and Polynomial Functions
5. Rational Expressions, Equations, and Functions
6. Radical Expressions, Equations, and Functions
7. Quadratic Equations and Functions
8. Exponential and Logarithmic Functions (optional)
9. Conic Sections

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MAT 110 - Mathematics for Elementary Education 2

1. Analyze, apply and present multiple ways for learning geometry content, concepts and skills in elementary schools.
2. Investigate, apply and justify multiple ways for learning measurement content, concepts and skills in elementary schools.
3. Examine, compare and explain multiple ways for learning data analysis and probability content, concepts and skills in elementary schools.
4. Use and explain mathematical representations, reasoning, problem solving and communication in order to gain insight and perspective into the nature of mathematics as taught in elementary schools.

1. Geometry
2. Geometry of motion and change
3. Measurement
4. Area and volume
5. Number Theory
6. Functions and algebra
7. Statistics
8. Probability

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MAT 111 - College Algebra

1. Deduce the domain, range and symmetry of a function given its formula or graph.
2. Determine the formula and domain of an algebraic combination of two functions.
3. Develop the attributes and graph of a polynomial function.
4. Develop the attributes and graph of a rational function.
5. Demonstrate the relationship between an equation of a conic section and its graph.
6. Solve a 3 x 3 system of linear equations using linear combinations or matrices.   

1. Equations involving linear, quadratic, radical, polynomial, rational and absolute value expressions
2. Inequalities involving linear and absolute value expressions
3. Functions and their graphs
4. Polynomial functions, including their real zeros, domains, ranges and graphs
5. Rational functions, including their real zeros, domains, ranges and graphs
6. Conics sections, including their standard equations and attributes needed to graph them
7. Systems of equations and inequalities

• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
• Quantitative and Scientific Reasoning

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MAT 114 - Math for the Technologies 1

1. Simplify radicals.
2. Use trigonometric functions to solve right triangles.
3. Represent functions graphically, numerically and algebraically.
4. Use the graph or equation of a trigonometric function to determine its period, frequency, amplitude and phase shift.
5. Solve various types of linear and quadratic equations.
6. Determine the solution set of systems of equations.

1. Real number system
2. Scientific notation
3. Radicals
4. Right triangle trigonometry
5. Systems of linear equations
6. Measurement
7. Algebraic expressions
8. Ratio and proportion
9. Relations and functions
10. Quadratic equations

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MAT 116 - Math for the Technologies 2

1. Compare and contrast exponential and logarithmic functions.
2. Determine the solutions of exponential and logarithmic equations.
3. Adapt the laws of sines and cosines to determine the missing parts of oblique triangles.
4. Analyze trigonometric functions and sketch their graphs.
5. Verify trigonometric identities and determine the solutions of trigonometric equations.
6. Apply basic mathematical operations to complex numbers.
7. Discriminate between various conic sections and determine their unique characteristics.

1. Exponential and logarithmic functions
2. Trigonometric functions (Law of sines, Law of cosines, identities, equations, graphs)
3. Complex numbers
4. Conic sections

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MAT 120 - Analytical Methods

1. Graph linear equations.
2. Solve linear systems of equations.
3. Construct and apply linear, quadratic and exponential functions.
4. Formulate and solve linear programming models.
5. Apply and evaluate formulas for the mathematics of finance.
6. Perform matrix operations and apply matrix algebra to problem solving such as systems of equations.
7. Employ basic concepts of probability.
8. Apply mathematical terminology, concepts, and procedures in this course to problems found in management, accounting, finance and other fields of business.

1. Linear equations and their graphs
2. Systems of linear equations
3. Functions
4. Quadratic functions
5. Exponential and logarithmic functions
6. Mathematics of finance
7. Matrix algebra
8. Linear programming
9. Basic concepts of probability

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MAT 135 - Discrete Mathematics

1. Perform set operations.
2. Construct truth tables.
3. Perform modular arithmetic and Boolean operations.
4. Solve combinatoric problems and apply the Binomial Theorem.
5. Perform matrix operations and use matrices to solve systems of equations.
6. Construct, graph, identify, apply and perform operations on functions.
7. Prove statements using mathematical induction.
8. Identify and evaluate recursion formulas.
9. Apply concepts of graph theory to flow problems.

1. Arithmetic of various number bases
2. Sets and their operations
3. Boolean algebra
4. Matrices
5. Induction and recursion
6. Polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions
7. Graph theory

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MAT 142 - Pre-Calculus

1. Deduce the domain, range and symmetry of a function given its formula or graph.
2. Determine the formula and domain of an algebraic combination or composition of two functions.
3. Develop the attributes and graph of a polynomial function.
4. Develop the attributes and graph of a rational function.
5. Solve an inequality involving polynomial or rational expressions.
6. Analyze the attributes of an exponential function and its graph.
7. Analyze the attributes of a logarithmic function and its graph. 
8. Solve an equation involving logarithmic or exponential expressions.
9. Demonstrate the relationship between an equation of a conic section and its graph.
10. Solve a 3 x 3 system of linear equations using linear combinations or matrices.
11. Write the terms of a sequence or a summation based on its formula.
12. Write a binomial expansion using the Binomial Theorem.

1. Equations and inequalities involving linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational and absolute value expressions
2. Functions and their graphs
3. Polynomial functions, including their real zeros, domains, ranges and graphs
4. Rational functions, including their real zeros, domains, ranges and graphs
5. Exponential and logarithmic functions and their graphs
6. Exponential and logarithmic equations
7. Applications of exponential functions and logarithms including compound interest and exponential growth and decay
8. Conics sections, including their standard equations and attributes needed to graph them
9. Systems of equations and inequalities
10. Sequences and summation
11. The Binomial Theorem

• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
• Quantitative and Scientific Reasoning

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MAT 147 - College Trigonometry

1. Define the six fundamental trigonometric functions from both the unit circle point of view and the right triangle approach.
2. Produce graphs of the six trigonometric functions.
3. Solve right triangles.
4. Prove trigonometric identities.
5. Solve trigonometric equations.
6. Solve triangle problems using the Law of Sines and Law of Cosines.
7. Apply DeMoivre’s Theorem.

1. Degree and radian measure
2. Trigonometric functions on the unit circle
3. Graphing trigonometric functions and their inverses
4. Trigonometric equations and identities
5. Solving right triangles
6. Law of Sines and Law of Cosines
7. Area and volume
8. Vectors
9. Complex Numbers and DeMoivre’s Theorem

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MAT 161 - Elementary Statistics

1. Summarize and interpret data by descriptive graphical and numerical methods.
2. Describe and test significance of the relationship between two variables using simple linear regression.
3. Use correlation analysis to assess the strength of the linear relationship between two variables.
4. Perform tests of hypotheses involving populations means and proportions.
5. Calculate confidence interval estimates of population means and proportions.
6. Find probabilities of events using the basic properties of probability theory.

1. Collecting and organizing data
2. Descriptive statistics
3. Normal distribution
4. Confidence intervals
5. Hypothesis testing
6. Correlation & Regression
7. Chi-square Goodness of Fit
8. Probability concepts

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MAT 165 - Probability & Statistics

1. Summarize and interpret data by descriptive graphical and numerical methods.
2. Find probabilities of events using the basic properties of probability theory.
3. Construct and use probability distributions.
4. Model certain types of chance phenomena by discrete and continuous probability distributions.
5. Compute probabilities involving sample means and proportions by applying the Central Limit Theorem to their sampling distributions.
6. Calculate confidence interval estimates of population means and proportions.
7. Perform tests of hypotheses involving population means and proportions.
8. Describe and test the significance of the relationship between two variables using simple linear regression.
9. Use correlation analysis to assess the strength of the linear relationship between two variables
10. Solve statistical problems found in practical application and in their major fields of study.
11. Use appropriate technology for statistical computation, summarization and display as an aid to data analysis and interpretation.

1. Types of data, basic statistical concepts and terminology
2. Descriptive statistics: tabular, graphical, and numerical methods
3. Fundamental concepts and properties of probability
4. Random variables and probability distributions
5. Discrete probability distributions
6. Continuous probability distributions
7. Statistics, sampling, and sampling distributions
8. Statistical inference about means and proportions: confidence interval estimation and hypothesis testing
9. Statistical inference about means and proportions with two populations: confidence interval estimation and hypothesis testing
10. Simple linear regression and correlation

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MAT 191 - Mathematics for the Industries

1. To solve various technical problems using specific mathematical skills.

 Listed Topics

1. Review of arithmetic fundamentals
2. Review of methods to find perimeters, areas and volumes of geometric figures
3. English and metric measurements
4. Applications of measurements
5. Graphing in the plane
6. Rational numbers, exponents and radicals
7. Introduction to algebra
8. Elementary equations and formulas
9. Ratios and proportions
10. Elementary geometry and trigonometric problems
11. Trigonometric Functions

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MAT 193 - Pharmaceutical Mathematics

1. Convert within and between the metric, apothecary and household systems.
2. Calculate solution strengths with respect to active ingredient, diluents and final product.
3. Calculate the preparation of desired solutions using either a concentrated solution or two solutions of different percentage strengths.
4. Calculate adult and pediatric dosages for oral and injectable drugs.
5. Determine IV flow rates and running times.

1. Conversions within the metric, apothecary and household measurement systems
2. Conversions between the metric, apothecary and household measurement systems
3. Percent and ratio strengths of solutions
4. Determine amounts of active ingredient, diluents and final product in given solutions
5. Dilute strong solutions
6. Mix two different percentage strengths to obtain a solution of desired percentage strength
7. Calculate adult and pediatric dosages of oral and injectable drugs
8. Calculate IV flow rates and running times

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MAT 195 - Business Mathematics

1. Balance a checkbook.
2. Calculate payroll deductions and net pay.
3. Compute mark up and mark down prices.
4. Calculate commission on sales.
5. Compute simple interest and compound interest.
6. Calculate consumer credit balances on loans and credit card expenditures.
7. Solve problems using whole numbers, fractions, decimals and percents.

1. Checkbook reconciliation
2. Payroll calculations
3. Promissory notes and third party notes
4. Annuities and sinking funds
5. Consumer credit
6. Home mortgage amortization schedules

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MAT 201 - Calculus 1

1. Compute limits of elementary functions.
2. Apply L’Hospital’s rule to compute limits of indeterminant forms.
3. Show that a function is continuous at a point in its domain.
4. Compute derivatives as the limit of a difference quotient.
5. Compute derivatives of elementary functions using differentiation formulas, the chain rule and implicit differentiation.
6. Apply differentiation techniques to find extreme values of functions, determine the concavity of the graph and to show that a function is monotonic.
7. Apply differentiation techniques to sketch the graph of a function.
8. Apply the derivative to solve related rate and optimization problems.
9. Compute antiderivatives of elementary functions using the substitution rule.
10. Compute definite integrals by expressing them as a limit of Riemann sums.
11. Compute definite integrals using the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.
12. Apply the definite integral to compute area.

1. Review of the elementary functions
2. Definition and computation of both finite and infinite limits, including the use of L’Hospital’s Rule
3. Continuity
4. Definition and properties of the derivative
5. Differentiation rules, including the product rule, quotient rule, chain rule and implicit differentiation
6. Computing derivatives of elementary functions including inverse trigonometric and hyperbolic functions
7. Applying the derivative to find relative extreme values of functions, determine the concavity of the graph, find intervals of increase and decrease and to sketch the graph of a function
8. Rolle’s Theorem and the Mean Value Theorem
9. Application of the derivative to related rate and optimization problems
10. Properties and computation of antiderivatives of elementary functions including the substitution rule
11. Definition and properties of the definite integral
12. Computing a definite integral as the limit of a Riemann sum
13. Computing definite integrals using the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus
14. Area

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MAT 202 - Calculus 2

1. Recognize the relationship among the Riemann Sum, the Riemann Integral and the Fundamental Theorem of calculus.
2. Use integration by parts, partial fraction decomposition and several substitution techniques to evaluate definite and indefinite integrals.
3. Evaluate improper integrals.
4. Use theorems to test infinite series for absolute convergence, conditional convergence or divergence and to find intervals of convergence for power series.
5. Find Taylor and Maclaurin series for various functions.
6. Solve selected application problems.
7. Perform operations on vectors in two and three dimensional space.
8. Find the equations of lines and planes in three dimensional space.
9. Draw the graphs of equations in polar coordinates.
10. Determine the area of a region in polar coordinates.

1. The definite integral and volume
2. Improper integrals
3. Techniques of integration
4. Approximate integration
5. Applications of integration
6. Infinite sequences and series
7. Three dimensional analytic geometry: the three dimensional coordinate system, lines and planes
8. Vectors in two and three dimensional space
9. Parametric equations
10. Polar coordinates, graphing, area and arc length.
11. First order differential equations

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MAT 220 - Business Calculus

1. Compute limits of polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions.
2. Identify intervals in which polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic function are continuous.
3. Differentiate polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions, including those that require implicit differentiation.
4. Apply differentiation techniques to find the following for a given function: intervals where increasing, intervals where decreasing, extrema, inflection points and concavity.
5. Sketch the graph of a function based on its first and second derivative.
6. Solve optimization problems using the derivative.
7. Produce the indefinite integral of a function.
8. Calculate the definite integral of a function.
9. Compute the area of a region using the definite integral.
10. Solve application problems using the definite integral.
11. Differentiate multivariate functions.
12. Apply partial derivatives to optimization problems involving multivariate functions, including those subject to constraining conditions.

1. Functions, Limits and Continuity
2. Differentiation: The Derivative of a Function, Techniques of Differentiation, Higher Order Derivatives and the Chain Rule
3. Applications of the Derivative: Graphing and Finding Maxima and Minima of Functions
4. Additional Differentiation Topics: Differentiation of Exponential and Logarithmic Functions and Implicit Differentiation
5. Applications of Differentiation
6. Integration: Antiderivatives, Indefinite Integral, Techniques of Integration, Definite Integral, Area Under and Between Curves
7. Applications of Integral Calculus in Business and the Social Sciences
8. Multivariate Calculus: Partial derivatives, Maximal and Minima, Maxima and Minima Subject to Constraining Conditions Using LaGrange Multipliers
9. Applications of Multivariate Calculus

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MAT 250 - Calculus 3

1. Use vector-valued functions to describe curves in two and three dimensional space and to find tangents, arc length and curvature.
2. Prepare graphs in three dimensional Cartesian, cylindrical and spherical coordinate systems.
3. Find equations of lines and planes in three dimensional space, including tangent planes and normal lines to surfaces.
4. Compute partial derivatives, total differentials, directional derivatives and gradients.
5. Evaluate double and triple integrals to determine areas of regions and volumes of solids in various coordinate systems.
6. Maximize functions on compact domains via derivative tests and Lagrange multipliers.
7. Define and evaluate line integrals and surface integrals.
8. Translate between double/triple integrals and line/surface integrals via Green’s Theorem, Stokes’ Theorem, and the Divergence Theorem.
9. Solve selected application problems.

1. Three dimensional analytic geometry: three dimensional coordinate systems, lines, planes, and quadric surfaces
2. Vector-valued functions, parametric equations, and curves in two and three dimensional space
3. Arc length and curvature
4. Differential calculus of functions of more than one variable: limits, continuity, partial derivatives differentials, tangent planes, the chain rule, directional derivatives and gradients
5. Maximizing and Lagrange multipliers
6. Integral change of variables
7. Multiple integration in various coordinate systems
8. Line integrals and surface integrals
9. Curl and divergence
10. The Fundamental Theorem of Line Integrals, Green’s Theorem, Stokes’ Theorem and the Divergence Theorem

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MAT 251 - Differential Equations

1. Solve separable and exact ordinary differential equations.
2. Solve a first order linear ordinary differential equation.
3. Solve a homogeneous nth order linear ordinary differential equation with constant coefficients.
4. Solve a nonhomogeneous nth order linear ordinary differential equation with constant coefficients.
5. Apply Laplace transformations to solve ordinary differential equations.
6. Apply selected numerical techniques to solve ordinary differential equations.
7. Obtain a series solution for a differential equation around an ordinary point and around a regular singular point.
8. Solve a partial differential equation by separation of variables.
9. Use the above techniques to solve selected application problems.

1. Basic definitions
2. Separable equations; first order equation; exact equations
3. Theory of the nth order linear ordinary differential equation
4. Solving a homogeneous nth order linear ordinary differential equation with constant coefficients
5. Solve a nonhomogeneous nth order linear ordinary differential equation with constant coefficients: the method of undetermined coefficients and variation of parameters
6. Numerical methods
7. Laplace transform techniques
8. Infinite series solutions around an ordinary point and around a regular singular point
9. Introduction to Partial Differential Equations
10. Selected applications

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MAT 253 - Linear Algebra

1. Perform basic operations with vectors in n-dimensional space.
2. Perform basic operations with matrices.
3. Solve a system of m linear equations in n unknowns.
4. Prove basic theorems in a vector space.
5. Perform basic operations with vectors in the standard matrix spaces and function spaces.
6. Prove that a transformation between vector spaces is linear.
7. Find the matrix representation of a linear transformation between two vector spaces.
8. Find the eigenvalues and eigenvectors for a given matrix.
9. Perform basic operations in an product space.
10. Prove basic theorems in an inner product space.

1. Vectors operations in n-dimensional space
2. Matrix theory
3. Linear systems
4. Vector Space Theory
5. Linear Transformations
6. Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors
7. Inner Product Spaces

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MAT 265 - Introduction to Probability, Experimental

 
Description
This course is an introduction to probability theory geared toward students in Science, Technology, Engineering and  Mathematics (STEM) fields.  This course will develop the theoretical framework of probability and will demonstrate how those concepts are applied to real-world problems.  Topics include basic probability; probability distributions and densities; expectation, higher moments and moment generating functions; joint, marginal and conditional distributions; and transformations and functions of random variables.

1. Apply probability rules and counting techniques to solve problems related to basic probability.
2. Combine basic probability and conditional probability to solve real-world problems.
3. Analyze relevant properties of several important probability distributions and densities (including Bernoulli, binomial, Poisson, geometric, uniform, exponential, gamma, beta and normal). 
4. Utilize moment generating functions to find moments of densities.
5. Combine the concepts of joint, marginal and conditional distributions to analyze models using more than one random variable. 
6. Solve problems using transformations and functions of random variables.

1. Basic probability: probability rules and counting 
2. Conditional probability, independence and Bayes’ Theorem
3. Probability distributions and densities (including Bernoulli, binomial, Poisson, geometric, uniform, exponential, gamma, beta and normal)
4. Expectation, higher moments and moment generating functions
5. Joint, marginal and conditional distributions
6. Transformations and functions of random variables

• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Information Literacy
• Quantitative & Scientific Reasoning

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MET 106 - Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

1. Apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing to engineering drawings.
2. Identify and define the terms and symbols of national standard ASME Y14.5M-1994 for geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
3. Identify primary, secondary and tertiary datums.
4. Explain the differences between form and profile tolerances.
5. Define the three types of material conditions modifying symbols.

1. Introductory concepts
2. Tolerancing
3. Symbology
4. Datums
5. Form tolerances
6. Tolerances of orientation
7. Tolerances of position
8. Other tolerances

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MET 112 - Engineering Materials

1. Name the basic properties of engineering materials.
2. Delineate the basic processing methods used in manufacturing.
3. Describe the relationship between the structure of a material and its properties.
4. Employ material testing to obtain reliable data on the properties of engineering materials.
5. Evaluate the selection and use of materials for engineering applications.

1. Properties and basic metallurgy of metals
2. Internal structure of materials
3. Mechanical testing and inspection of materials
4. Quality control and tolerancing
5. Molding and casting structures
6. Methods of forming and working metals
7. Heat treatment and surfacing
8. Joining of materials
9. Miscellaneous materials

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MET 115 - Architectural Systems Design

1. Define the meaning of comfort.
2. Investigate the heat loss calculations for a typical building.
3. Use a typical building to formulate a hot water heating system, electric baseboard system and a forced air heating system.
4. Examine the application of a cooling system for a typical building.
5. Define the parts of a water supply system.
6. List the four main parts of a water disposal system.
7. Apply relevant laws in architectural design impacting green and sustainable buildings.

1. Energy overview
2. Energy sources
3. Comfort
4. Site and resources
5. Thermal control
6. Heat loss
7. Hot water heating
8. Electric baseboard heating
9. Forced air systems
10. Cooling systems
11. Ventilation
12. Water supply systems
13. Waste disposal systems
14. Green and sustainable designs

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MET 130 - Introduction to Renewable Energy Systems

1. Examine the economic, political and social impacts of renewable energy systems.
2. Compare conventional energy sources with sustainable energy systems.
3. Identify environmental issues concerning each potential energy resource.
4. Estimate the amount of energy for each renewable energy system.
5. Apply LEED guidelines in project design for system energy choices.

1. Historical perspective of energy consumption
2. Solar energy
3. Biomass
4. Fossil fuels
5. Nuclear energy
6. Geothermal energy
7. Hydroelectric power
8. Wind power

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MET 150 - Statics

 
Description
This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of engineering mechanics. Included is the study of force systems, equilibrium force analysis of structures, friction, center of gravity and moments of inertia.

1. Describe the fundamentals of force analysis.
2. Present solutions in a neat orderly, fashion utilizing engineering methodology.
3. Analyze physical man-made stuctures with regard to forces in structures.
4. Demonstrate Newton’s Law for structures in equilibirium.
5. Draw free body diagrams.
6. Analyze internal and external forces in frames and trusses.

1. Introductory Mathematics Concepts
2. Forces
3. Moments of Forces
4. Equilibrium Force Analysis
5. Trusses-Analytical Method of Joints
6. Trusses-Method of Sections
7. 3 Dimensional System Analysis
8. Center of Gravity
9. Moments of Inertia
10. Friction

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MET 170 - Fluid Power Systems

 
Description
This course prepares students to study the technology of transmitting power by means of pressurized fluids. Topics covered are components and configurations for pneumatic and hydraulic systems, basic principles of fluid behavior and characteristics of compressible and incompressible fluids.

1. Analyze the methods of power transmission by hydraulics and pneumatics.
2. Examine the methods of controlling fluid power systems.
3. Define the vocabulary utilized in analyzing fluid power systems.
4. Examine the inter-relationships between system components and system designs.
5. Identify the principles of operation and design considerations for incorporating various components into fluid power circuits.
6. Employ fluid power testing to obtain reliable data on the functioning of fluid power circuits.

1. Basics of pneumatics
2. Sizing of pneumatic systems
3. Pneumatic circuit and controls
4. Basics of hydraulics
5. Energy in hydraulic systems
6. Fluid flow
7. Friction losses in hydraulic systems
8. Hydraulic fluids
9. Pumps
10. Hydraulic components
11. Hydraulic circuits and sizing

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MET 181 - Mechanical Systems

1. Describe five methods of rotary power transmission.
2. Describe eight mechanical transmission safety rules.
3. Perform a lock-out/tag-out.
4. Assemble a shaft to a hub using a key.
5. Measure shaft torque with a pony break.
6. Align two shafts for proper operation.
7. Calculate pulley ratios.
8. Calculate shaft speed for gear, pulley and chain systems.
9. Describe lubrication methods for mechanical systems

1. Safety
2. Mechanical transmissions
3. Digital tachometers
4. Leveling motors
5. Mechanical efficiency
6. Shaft torque
7. Pony brakes
8. Measuring motor current
9. Bearing mounts
10. Belt drives
11. Chain drives
12. Gear drives
13. Shaft alignment techniques
14. Using Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDA)
15. Belt Idlers

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MET 200 - Metrology

1. Identify the fundamentals of precision measuring devices.
2. Employ the proper methods of investigation of geometric tolerances.
3. Describe the limits of accuracy of each measuring device.
4. Examine engineering drawings and apply proper inspection techniques for specifed dimensions and tolerances.
5. Compare analog to digital measuring equipment.
6. Explain the role of calibration in metrology.

1. Basic linear instruments
2. Fixed gages
3. Surface plate equipment and methods
4. Dial indicators
5. Optical comparators
6. Coordinate measuring machines
7. Digital measuring equipment
8. Inspecting size tolerances
9. Flatness measurement
10. Straightness measurement
11. Roundness measurement
12. Cylindricity measurement
13. Perpendicularity measurement
14. Angularity measurement
15. Measurement of position tolerances

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MET 211 - Strength of Materials

 
Description
This course builds upon the curriculum from course MET 150 . Included is the study of stress and strain, center of gravity, moment of inertia, torsion, shear and moment in beams, stresses in beams, beam deflection, combined loading, connections by riveting, bolting, welding, and columns.

1. Identify the relationship between external and internal force.
2. Describe the foundation for engineering design.
3. Present solutions in a neat, orderly fashion utilizing engineering methodology.
4. Draw shear and moment diagrams.
5. Compute stresses and strains.

1. Stress
2. Bearing and Shear Stress
3. Design Properties
4. Design of Members
5. Thermal Expansion
6. Torsional Stress
7. Shear and Moment Diagrams
8. Centroids
9. Moments of Inertia
10. Flexure Formula
11. Column Design

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MET 212 - Manufacturing Processes

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MET 220 - Green and Sustainable Buildings

1. Identify the key concepts of green and sustainable buildings, ramifications for design, decision making, and construction practice.
2. Examine the theories, materials, and construction techniques needed to create green buildings or retrofit existing buildings.
3. Utilize green and sustainable building vocabulary.
4. Investigate the LEED’s rating system for green buildings.
5. Analyze the costs and benefits of incorporating green and sustainable building designs.

1. Green building fundamentals
2. Green building assessment
3. Green building process
4. Ecological design
5. Sustainable sites and landscaping
6. Energy atmosphere
7. The building hydrological system
8. Closing materials loops
9. Indoor environmental quality
10. Construction operations
11. Economic analysis of green buildings
12. LEED certification

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MEC 100 - Mechatronics Safety and Quality

1. Communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
2. Describe the roles and responsibilities of team members in common manufacturing and energy work settings.
3. Use best practices to ensure safety and quality in the industrial workplace.
4. Apply OSHA principles to perform a job safety analysis.
5. List categories of emergencies and how to properly respond to each.
6. Describe various work hazards and the personal protective equipment needed to work safely in industrial environments.
7. Describe how to safely identify and manage hazardous materials according to standards set by OSHA, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Department of Transportation (DOT).
8. Operate basic hand tools, precision measurement tools, power tools and material handling equipment safely.
9. Interpret blueprint drawings and technical schematics.
10. Convert U.S. Customary and Systeme International (SI) metric measurements.
11. Describe elements of Quality Assurance (QA), including the Plan, Do Check, Act (PDCA) cycle, continuous improvement, inspection and audits.
12. Interpret basic statistics, histograms and control charts.

1. Regional manufacturing and energy careers
2. Communication skills and strategies
3. Industrial teams and teamwork
4. Leadership skills for industry
5. Safety organization in the workplace
6. Personal protective equipment
7. Fire and electrical safety
8. Work area safety
9. Hazardous materials safety
10. Tool and machine safety
11. Material handling safety
12. Blueprint reading and Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerances (GD&T)
13. Basic measurement
14. Precision measurement tools
15. Dimensional gauging
16. Quality systems and quality management
17. Statistical Process Control (SPC) and control charts
18. Continuous improvement

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MEC 101 - Green Production, Experimental

 
Description
This course will provide students entering into the manufacturing and production workforce the opportunity to explore green manufacturing, its role, environmental impacts, the importance of training, evaluation and analysis, and its implementation.  Students will also learn to identify and report poor environmental practices, participate in and conduct environmental incident and hazard investigations, identify, report and document workplace hazards, conduct root cause analysis, implement continuous improvement in environmental assurance and reprocess materials by reusing,  recycling, refusing and repurposing materials. After successfully completing this course, the student will sit for the Manufacturing Skills Standards Council National Green Production Certification Certificate.

1. Students will be able to describe and discuss what “green” manufacturing is, including the importance of worker training and its impact on production workers.
2. Students will use indicators, gauges, and computerized systems to inspect, monitor, control, and analyze impacts to the environment.
3. Students will analyze, determine, and prioritize root causes of environmental problems.
4. Students will conduct a basic environmental investigation, identifying near misses, and utilizing root cause analysis to document findings.
5. Students will discuss and participate in activities coordinated with reducing, reusing, refusing, and repurposing manufacturing and production materials in accordancewith “green” manufacturing guidelines.
6. Students will follow codes and labels used when recycling materials and be able to make ethical suggestions for environmental-related practices improvements.

1. Green manufacturing
2. Safety
3. Hazards
4. Recycling
5. Environmental impact

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MEC 102 - Mechatronics Industrial Processes

 
Description
This course emphasizes industrial processes and maintenance. Students will learn how engineering materials are gathered and processed for use. The course covers principles of production planning, inventory management and the operating and troubleshooting of industrial equipment. Students who successfully pass the course will sit for the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council’s (MSSC) Processes and Production and Maintenance Awareness exams towards achievement of the Certified Production Technician (CPT) credential. Fees for test materials and certification are added to the cost of this course.

1. Calculate mechanical principles, such as force, moment, mechanical advantage and friction.
2. Connect linkages, cams and turnbuckles.
3. Operate common industrial tools, including band saws, hammers, drills and digital multi-meter (DMM).
4. Describe the sources and properties of engineering materials as used in the energy and manufacturing industries.
5. Describe production processes for natural gas, machining, manufacturing and distribution.
6. Troubleshoot basic machine problems.
7. Calculate productivity.
8. Determine methods of improving productivity.
9. Describe elements of effective inventory management, including work orders, the Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) process, Kanban and packaging and shipping.
10. Name the types of basic welding applications, including oxyacetylene, gas metal arc, pipe and spot welding.
11. Use proper formulas and concepts to analyze electrical circuit principles, including voltage, resistance, continuity, power and current protection.
12. Describe the functions and operations of hydraulic and pneumatic pwer systems.
13. Describe the functions and operations of bearings and couplings in a mechanical power transmission system.
14. Delineate the functions and operations of belt and chanin drives.
15. Design a control circuit in a ladder diagram format to operate a solenoid valve.
16. Select a mechatronics degree specialization and draft a career plan.

1. Mechanical principles and linkages
2. Production materials
3. Production processes
4. Machining processes
5. Machine operations
6. Tools and equipment use
7. Equipment procedures and troubleshooting
8. Production, planning and workflow
9. Production management
10. Principles of welding
11. Basic electrical circuits
12. Electrical measurement
13. Hydraulic and pneumatic power systems
14. Lubrication concepts
15. Bearings and couplings
16. Machine control concepts
17. Machine automation
18. Educational and career planning

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MEC 103 - Fundamentals of Electricity

1. Describe the four basic electrical quantities and their units of measure.
2. Classify circuits as series, parallel or combination networks.
3. Assemble series and parallel circuits to measure electrical quantities with a DMM.
4. Construct capacitive and inductive circuits and measure performance.
5. Observe charge and discharge time for capacitive and inductive circuits.

1. Safety
2. Voltage
3. Current
4. Resistance
5. Power
6. Resistors
7. Capacitors
8. Inductors
9. DMMs

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MEC 104 - Introduction to Mechanical Systems

1. Identify the components in a mechanical system.
2. Construct various types of mechanical systems and demonstrate their operation.
3. Calculate the expected outcome of a mechanical system.
4. Measure the operation of a mechanical system.
5. Build a mechanical system that will produce a predetermined outcome.

1. V-belts and chain drives
2. Shaft and shaft alignment
3. Mechanical efficiency
4. Levels, micrometers, calipers and tachometers
5. Safety and lockout-tagout

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MEC 105 - Industrial Measuring and Calculations

1. Calculate and measure volumes, capacities and output of materials.
2. Differentiate specifications on manufacture data sheets.
3. Transfer calculations to industrial machine programing.

1. Arithmetic fundamentals
2. Volume calculations
3. English and metric measurements
4. Linear measuring tools
5. Tools to measure diameters, radii and angles
6. Applications of measurements
7. Measurements from blueprints

• Quantitative and Scientific Reasoning

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MEC 106 - Industrial Power Systems

 
Description
This course provides a series of hands-on exercises performed in the lab that follows the installation of an industrial power system. This includes reading and understanding schematic prints and completing the installation of an industrial motor system based on a schematic diagram using industry standards.

1. Identify the components on an industrial wiring diagram.
2. Interpret an electrical print for an industrial power system to construct a motor circuit.
3. Construct an industrial power circuit for a motor and its controls.
4. Select the proper conduits using the National Electric Code.
5. Test the operations of the constructed motor circuit.
6. Troubleshoot and modify the circuit to correct any errors.

1. Safety
2. Schematics
3. Wire gage
4. Insulation
5. Conduit
6. Control panel
7. Circuit protection
8. Fuses and disconnects
9. Three-phrase disconnects

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MEC 108 - Programmable Logic Controllers 1

1. Identify the components in a PLC system.
2. Demonstrate the ability to load and operate a ladder logic program.
3. Interpret a ladder logic diagram to predict outcomes.
4. Explain the various applications of PLCs in manufacturing.
5. Evaluate and troubleshoot PLC programs.
6. Build a ladder logic program to control a manufacturing process.

1. Safety
2. Processors
3. Inputs/outputs
4. Ladder logic
5. Timers
6. Counters
7. Sensors
8. Troubleshooting

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MEC 110 - Digital Electronics

1. Identify the various number systems and logic gates used in digital electronics.
2. Convert between the number systems used in digital electronics.
3. Construct basic logic circuits and verify their operation.
4. Connect logic gates together to perform a specific function.
5. Evaluate the output of a digital circuit based on all possible inputs.
6. Construct and test a digital clock circuit.

1. Safety
2. Hexadecimal
3. Binary
4. Binary coded decimal
5. Logic gates
6. Transistor-transistor logic
7. Timing diagram

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MEC 112 - Introduction to Robotics

 
Description
This course is designed to introduce the concepts of servo control systems and automation systems used in robotic control systems through a series of hands-on exercises performed in the lab. The student will learn to program various robot models and review work cell safety.

1. Identify the different robotic systems that are currently available.
2. Construct a basic robot program and operate the robot.
3. Demonstrate the use of a robot in a manufacturing cell.
4. Compare the different safety systems available for manufacturing cells.
5. Build and operate a simulated manufacturing cell.

1. Safety
2. Servo motor
3. Teach pendant
4. Light curtain

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MEC 115 - Introduction to Plastics Manufacturing

 
Description
This course introduces participants to plastics manufacturing materials and concepts. Focus areas of the course include the history and environmental impact of various materials, basic polymer chemistry, molecular structure, characterization of materials, SDS sheets, safety, manufacturing hazards, effect of temperature on materials, and additives. These topics are reinforced with hands on labs and thought provoking activities as well as related internet sites for further participant learning.

1. List the classifications of polymers.
2. Describe industry coding in recycling.
3. Relate the environmental impact of process manufacturing.
4. Classify various additives and how they may affect the characteristics of materials.
5. Predict the various problems that may cause quality issues when handling materials and finished products.
6. Demonstrate the use of tools that measure diameters, radii and angles.
7. Illustrate a capability study.
8. Demonstrate proper machine usage by utilizing machine set-up sheets.

1. Natural, modified and synthetic plastics
2. Top ten commercial plastics today
3. Polymer classifications
4. Plastic manufacturing hazards
5. Environmental impact of plastics
6. SDS Sheets
7. Chemistry of organic plastics
8. Molecular structures of hydrocarbon materials
9. Thermosets and thermoplastics
10. Additive manufacturing

• Technological Competence

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MEC 150 - Fluid Power

1. Recognize the components and their corresponding schematic symbols in hydraulic and pneumatic circuit diagrams.
2. Distinguish the similarities and differences between hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
3. Construct hydraulic and pneumatic circuits based on schematic diagrams.
4. Calculate the force and pressure in hydraulic and pneumatic circuits.
5. Evaluate the operation of fluid power circuits to transfer power.
6. Construct a fluid power system to perform a specific function.

1. Safety
2. Pumps
3. Motors
4. Actuators
5. Control valves
6. Pascal’s law
7. Hydraulic fluid
8. Pressurized air

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MEC 156 - Motors and Motor Controls

 
Description
This course introduces the basic concepts of single-phase motors, three-phase motors and motor control circuits through a series of hands-on exercises performed in the lab. The student will connect various configurations of motor and motor controls that incorporate circuit protection and operator safety.

1. Describe the various types of motors including direct current and alternating current motors and single-and three-phase motors.
2. Identify the disconnects and protective devices used in motor control circuits.
3. Connect a control transformer for use in a motor control circuit.
4. Interpret a control ladder logic schematic diagram to identify the components needed to construct the circuit.
5. Connect a motor control circuit based on a control ladder logic schematic diagram and demonstrate its operation.
6. Troubleshoot a motor reversing control circuit.

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MEC 204 - AC/DC Electronic Drives

 
Description
This course covers the principles, configuration, troubleshooting and maintenance of electronic motor drives as used in industry.  Topics include various types of direct current (DC) electronic drives, alternating current (AC), variable frequency and vector drives.  The course builds upon principles and applications covered in foundational electrical courses.  All course material is supplemented with practical hands-on exposure to the items described.

1. Describe the function, operation and construction of DC spindle drives, axis drives and pulse width modulation drives.
2. Describe the role of current, voltage and velocity feedback from a tachometer in DC drives.
3. Operate DC motors using armature and field control.
4. Configure variable frequency AC drives to control starting, stopping, speed, torque, boost and braking.
5. Troubleshoot drive faults, parameters and systems incorporating variable frequency AC drives.
6. Describe vector control, current and encoder feedback in an AC vector drive.
7. Describe the function, operation and construction of AC axis drives and three-phase DC brushless motors.
8. Calibrate each type of drive, monitoring the internal and external feedback signals and output with an oscilloscope.
9. Select test equipment and troubleshoot the various types of electronic drives.

1. DC motion control
2. DC spindle drives
3. DC axis drives
4. DC pulse width modulation drives
5. DC drive troubleshooting
6. Configuring and controlling A-B powerflex 70 drives
7. Troubleshooting A-B powerflex 70 drives
8. Configuring and troubleshooting the A-B powerflex 40 drive
9. Configuring and troubleshooting servo drives

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MEC 205 - Troubleshooting Advanced Motor Controls

 
Description
This course covers the principles, application, troubleshooting and maintenance of rotating electrical motors as used in industry. Topics include various types of single and three-phase alternating current (AC) motors, various types of direct current (DC) motors, reduced voltage starting and braking. The course builds upon principles and applications covered in foundational electrical courses. All course material is supplemented with practical hands-on exposure to the items described.

1. Apply basic safety rules to work with electrical rotating machinery under 600 volts.
2. Describe the operation, function, wiring and schematic symbols for DC series, DC shunt and DC compound motors.
3. Measure electrical and mechanical motor speeds, torques and loads.
4. Analyze torque, speed, power and efficiency for DC motors.
5. Measure AC waveforms, frequency, apparent power, power factor, effective voltage, peak voltage, single-phase and three-phase power.
6. Describe the operation and function of motor braking by plugging, electromechanical braking, DC injection braking and dynamic braking.
7. Describe the operation and function of resistor, autotransformer and part-winding motor starting.
8. Troubleshoot various starting and braking methods.
9. Describe the function and operation of silicon controlled rectifiers (SCR) and how they may be applied for motor speed control.
10. Measure the performance characteristics of AC and DC electrical motors.

1. Rotating electric motors
2. DC shunt and compound motors
3. Motor speed and torque
4. Motor performance
5. Split-phase AC motors
6. Capacitor-start AC motors
7. Three-phase AC induction motors
8. Motor braking
9. Reduced voltage starting
10. Variable frequency AC drives
11. Electronic sensors
12. Electronic timers and counters
13. SCR motor control

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MEC 208 - Programmable Logic Controllers 2

 
Description
This course builds on MEC 108  Programmable Logic Controllers 1 (PLC 1) through hands-on experience in the lab. Topics include analog inputs and outputs and PanelView operator interface.

1. Recognize analog input and output applications.
2. Interpret analog input and output instructions in a PLC program.
3. Troubleshoot analog inputs and outputs in a PLC program.
4. Construct a PLC program utilizing analog inputs and outputs.
5. Identify PanelView applications.
6. Incorporate PanelView into a PLC program.

1. Safety
2. Analog input
3. Analog output
4. PanelView
5. Human Machine Interface (HMI)

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MEC 211 - Process Control

 
Description
This course covers the fundamentals of process control and instrumentation as applied in industry for the control of level, flow, temperature and pressure.  The concept of a control loop is introduced and each of the loop’s components are examined:  sensor, controller, final element.  Design, documentation, operation, performance tuning and troubleshooting of single loop systems are discussed.

1. Define process control and key components of operation, function and application.
2. Use common symbols, line types, notations and indexes of a Process and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID).
3. Operate a loop controller.
4. Connect current to pressure (I/P) converters for final control elements.
5. Adjust a diaphragm actuated proportional valve.
6. Convert between liquid level units, pressure units, sensor output units and display units.
7. Operate ultrasonic level sensors in a closed loop system for level control.
8. Configure electronic controllers to tank level control and alarming using an on/off algorithm and discrete inputs and outputs.
9. Convert between velocity, volumetric and mass flow rate units.
10. Measure flow using orifice plates, venture tubes and pitot tubes together with a differential pressure flow transmitter.
11. Perform thermal energy calculations and conversions between temperature scales, energy units and power units.
12. Connect transmitters for thermocouples, resistive temperature detectors (RTD’s) and thermistors.

1. Process control
2. Piping and instrumentation diagrams
3. Loop controllers
4. Final control elements
5. Level measurement
6. Liquid level control
7. Methods of automatic control
8. Basic flow measurement and control
9. Control loop performance
10. Ultrasonic level measurement and control
11. Differential pressure flow measurement and control
12. Thermal energy
13. Basic temperature control elements
14. Temperature sensors
15. Temperature transmitters
16. Basic temperature control

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MEC 220 - Mechatronics Practicum

 
Description
Students will develop and implement a project plan approved by the instructor that will integrate the skills and knowledge obtained over the previous semesters of study. This course will broaden students’ knowledge with respect to technology suppliers, equipment and applications. Students may build projects in collaboration with local industry

1. Establish obtainable project objectives.
2. Develop a work plan, budget and schedule for faculty approval.
3. Explain the relationship of the work plan to mechatronics specialization, business objectives, the environment, society and individual workers or consumers.
4. Implement the work plan, using oral and written communications skills to document and communicate activities and results.
5. Configure a mechatronic system.
6. Perform a post completion audit of the project identifying the processes, procedures and technology.
7. Present project results to others.

1. Quality assurance
2. Automation operations
3. Multiple station control
4. Project management
5. Implementation of integrated mechatronics system
6. Project presentations

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MEC 221 - Robotics and Controls

 
Description
This course builds on MEC 112  Introduction to Robotics through a series of hands-on exercises performed in the lab. Topics covered include frames, advanced program instructions, modifying an existing program and robot setup for production.

1. Describe the types of robot frames and their use.
2. Demonstrate advanced robot programming commands.
3. Relate program code to robot movement and determine efficiency.
4. Identify areas of an existing robot program that can be improved.
5. Modify an existing robot program to increase efficiency.
6. Evaluate robot efficiency improvements.

1. Safety
2. Tool frame
3. Branching instructions
4. Data register
5. Wait instructions
6. Machine efficiency

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MEC 225 - Automated Equipment

 
Description
This course presents a survey of the types of equipment used in robotics and automation. Devices such as motors, servomotors, conveyors, sensors, mechanical linkages and end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) are studied through a series of hands-on exercises performed in the lab to understand their operation and develop troubleshooting techniques.

1. Describe coordinate systems, motion between points and compound movement.
2. Use belts, conveyors, screws and gears to build a process.
3. Utilize controls of a mechanical arm and EOAT.
4. Document projects utilizing appropriate industry standards.
5. Apply relevant theory style in the completion of a team project.
6. Prioritize teamwork in projects.

1. Robot geometrics
2. Mechanical systems
3. Application of EOAT
4. Project preparation
5. Documentation preparation
6. Team projects

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MEC 230 - Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers

 
Description
This course builds on the topics covered in MEC 208  Programmable Logic Controllers 2 (PLC 2) through a series of hands-on exercises performed in the lab. Various types of PLC hardware will be utilized and interfaced with industrial-quality components.  Activities will focus on the fundamentals of a complete mechatronics system.

1. Identify the components and programming of a production system model.
2. Adjust basic components in a production system model.
3. Modify the PLC program for a production system model.
4. Troubleshoot the PLC program for a production system model.
5. Operate a production system model.
6. Maintain a production system model.

1. Safety
2. Siemens PLC
3. Pick and place feeding
4. Gauging
5. Indexing
6. Sorting and queuing

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MEC 240 - Advanced Electrical Circuits

 
Description
This course covers the analysis of single- and three-phase alternationg current (AC) circuits.  Capacitors, inductors, time constants, resonance, resistive-inductive-capacitive (RLC) circuits and simple filters are studied utilizing a hands-on
approach.

1. Describe the operation of an AC power supply system.
2. Analyze complex circuits.
3. Identify types and functions of capacitors and inductors in an AC circuit.
4. Construct capacitive and inductive circuits and measure reactance.
5. Compare the uses for inductors and capacitors in various industrial applications.
6. Construct various types of filter networks and measure their outcomes.
7. Utilize an oscilloscope to analyze and troubleshoot AC circuits.

1. Safety
2. Transformers
3. Generators
4. Capacitors
5. Inductors
6. Time constant
7. High- and low-pass filters
8. Digital multimeter
9. Oscilloscope

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MEC 245 - Industrial Electronics

 
Description
This course covers basic semiconductor operation focusing on setup and applications of diodes, transistors, rectifiers, filters and amplifiers. This is accomplished through a series of hands-on exercises performed in the lab.  Circuit analysis and troubleshooting techniques are also developed in the laboratory.

1. Identify solid-state devices.
2. Employ the techniques and methods needed to build and operate rectifiers.
3. Explain the operations of diodes and transistors in electronic circuits.
4. Describe the operation of semiconductor devices.
5. Select the appropriate test equipment to analyze circuit operation.
6. Utilize appropriate troubleshooting techniques to evaluate circuit performance.
7. Identify safe workplace practices.

1. N-type and P-type materials
2. P-N junction and biasing
3. Diodes
4. Bipolar junction transistors
5. Common emitter amplifiers
6. Common collector amplifiers
7. Common base amplifiers

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MEC 403 - Cooperative Education

•     Must have a QPA of 2.5 or higher
•     Completed 30 college credits with at least 12 credits in their major field
•     Have faculty approval
•     Secure clearances if they are needed
•     Follow established processes and complete required paperwork
•     Qualify for risk management coverage

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MDA 103 - Medical Assisting Seminar

1.   MAERB Appendix B CORE Curriculum 2015 standards

2.   Define the principles of self-boundaries V.C.11.

3.   Define patient navigator V.C.12.

4.   Describe the role of the medical assistant as a patient navigator V.C.13.

5.   Discuss examples of diversity:

• cultural V.C.18.a.
• social V.C.18.b.
• ethnic V.C.18.c.

6.   Coach Patients regarding:

• Office policies V.P.4.a.

7.   Demonstrate the principles of self-boundaries V.A.2.

8.   Demonstrate respect for individual diversity including:

• gender V.A.3.a.
• race V.A.3.b.
• religion V.A.3.c.
• age V.A.3.d.
• economic status V.A.3.e.
• appearance V.A.3.f.

9.   Differentiate between scope of practice and standards of care for medical assistants X.C.1.

10. Compare and contrast provider and medical assistant roles in terms of standard of care X.C.2.

11. Describe components of the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA) X.C.3.

12. Summarize the Patient Bill of Rights X.C.4. 

13. Discuss licensure and certification as they apply to healthcare providers X.C.5.

14. Compare criminal and civil law as they apply to the practicing medical assistant X.C.6.

15. Define:

• negligence X.C.7.a.
• malpractice X.C.7.b.
• statute of limitations X.C.7.c.
• Good Samaritan Act X.C.7.d.
• Uniform Anatomical Gift Act X.C.7.e
• living will/advanced directives X.C.7.f.
• medical durable power of attorney X.C.7.g.
• Patient Self Determination Act (PSDA) X.C.7.h
• risk management X.C.7.i.

16. Describe the following types of insurance:

• liability X.C.8.a.
• professional (malpractice) X.C.8.b.
• personal injury X.C.8.c.

17. List and discuss legal and illegal applicant interview questions X.C.9.

18. Identify:

• Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act X.C.10.a. 
• Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) X.C.10.b.
• Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) X.C.10.c.

19. Describe the process in compliance reporting:

• unsafe activities X.C.11.a.
• errors in patient care X.C.11.b.
• conflicts of interest X.C.11.c.
• incident reports X.C.11.d.

20. Describe compliance with public health statutes:

• communicable diseases X.C.12.a.
• abuse, neglect and exploitation X.C.12.b.
• wounds of violence X.C.12.c.

21. Define the following medical legal terms:

•  informed consent X.C.13.a.
•  implied consent X.C.13.b.
•  expressed consent X.C.13.c.
•  patient incompetence X.C.13.d.
•  emancipated minor X.C.13.e.
•  mature minor X.C.13.f.
•  subpoena duces tecum X.C.13.g.
•  respondent superior X.C.13.h.
•  res ipsa loquitor X.C.13.i.
•  locum tenens X.C.13.j.
•  defendant-plaintiff X.C.13.k.
•  deposition X.C.13.l.
•  arbitration-mediation X.C.13.m.
•  Good Samaritan laws X.C.13.n.

22. Apply HIPAA rules in regard to:

• privacy X.P.2.a.
• release of information X.P.2.b.

23. Apply the Patient’s Bill of Rights as it relates to:

• choice of treatment X.P.4.a.
• consent for treatment X.P.4.b.
• refusal of treatment X.P.4.c.

24. Perform compliance reporting based on public health statutes X.P.5. 

25. Report an illegal activity in the healthcare setting following proper protocol X.P.6.

26. Complete an incident report related to an error in patient care X.P.7. 

27. Demonstrate sensitivity to patient rights X.A.1.

28. Define:

• Ethics XI.C.1.a.
• Morals XI.C.1.b.

29. Differentiate between personal and professional ethics XI.C.2

30. Identify the effect of personal morals on professional performance XI.C.3

31. Develop a plan for separation of personal and professional ethics XI.P.1

32. Demonstrate appropriate response to ethical issues XI.P.2.

33. Recognize the impact personal ethics and morals have on the delivery of healthcare XI.A.1

 Listed Topics

1. Medical law and ethics
2. Personal characteristics for professionalism
3. National certification
4. Resume writing
5. Job Search
6. Employment opportunities
7. Ethical and legal responsibilities
8. Professional liability
9. Consent
10. Compliance reporting
11. Office and interpersonal relationships
12. Practice marketing
13. Supervision and human resources

• Culture Society & Citzenship
• Information Literacy

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MDA 104 - Administrative Office Management

1.   MAERB Appendix B  CORE Curriculum 2015 standards

2.   Identify styles and types of verbal communication V.C.1.

3.   Identify types of nonverbal communication V.C.2.

4.   Recognize barriers to communication V.C.3.

5.   Identify techniques for overcoming communication barriers V.C.4.

6.   Recognize the elements of oral communication using a sender-receiver process V.C.5.

7.   Define coaching a patient as it relates to:

• health maintenance V.C.6.a.
• compliance with treatment V.C.6.c.
• community resources    V.C.6.d.
• adaptations relevant to individual patient V.C.6.e.

8.   Recognize elements of fundamental writing skills V.C.7.

9.   Discuss applications of electronic technology in professional communication V.C.8.

10. Discuss the theories of:

• Maslow V.C.17.a.

11. Discuss examples of diversity:

• cultural V.C.18.a.
• social V.C.18.b.
• ethnic V.C.18.c.

12. Use feedback techniques to obtain patient information including:

• reflection V.P.1.a.
• restatement V.P.1.b.
• clarification V.P.1.c.

13. Respond to nonverbal communication V.P.2.

14. Use medical terminology correctly and pronounced accurately to communicate information to providers and patients V.P.3.

15. Coach patients regarding:

• office policies V.P.4.a.
• health maintenance V.P.4.b.
• disease prevention V.P.4.c.
• treatment plans V.P.4.d.

16. Coach patients appropriately considering:

• cultural diversity V.P.5.a.
• developmental life stage V.P.5.b.
• communication barriers V.P.5.c.

17. Demonstrate professional telephone techniques V.P.6.

18. Document telephone messages accurately V.P.7.

19. Compose professional correspondence utilizing electronic technology V.P.8.

20. Report relevant information concisely and accurately V.P.11.

21. Demonstrate:

•  empathy V.A.1.a.
•  active listening V.A.1.b.
•  nonverbal communication V.A.1.c.

22. Demonstrate respect for individual diversity including:

•  gender V.A.3.a.
•  race V.A.3.b.
•  religion V.A.3.c.
•  age V.A.3.d.
•  economic status V.A.3.e.
•  appearance V.A.3.f.

23. Explain to a patient the rationale for performance of a procedure V.A.4.

24. Identify different types of appointment scheduling methods VI.C.1.

25. Identify advantages and disadvantages of the following appointment systems 

• Manual VI.C.2.a.
• Electronic VI.C.2.b.

26. Identify critical information required for scheduling patient procedures VI.C.3.

27. Define types of information contained in the patient’s medical record VI.C.4.

28. Identify methods of organizing the patient’s medical record based on:

• Problem-oriented medical record (POMR) VI.C.5.a.
• Source-oriented medical record (SOMR) VI.C.5.b.

29. Identify equipment and supplies needed for medical records in order to :

• Create VI.C.6.a. 
• Maintain VI.C.6.b.
• Store VI.C.6.c.

30. Describe filing indexing rules VI.C.7.

31. Differentiate between electronic medical records (EMR) and a practice management system VI.C.8.

32. Explain the purpose of routine maintenance of administrative and clinical equipment VI.C.9.

33. List steps involved in completing an inventory VI.C.10.

34. Explain the importance of data back-up VI.C.11.

35. Explain meaningful use as it applies to EMR VI.C.12.

36. Manage appointment schedule using established priorities VI.P.1.

37. Schedule a patient procedure VI.P.2.

38. Create a patient’s medical record VI.P.3.

39. Organize a patient’s medical record VI.P.4.

40. File patient medical records VI.P.5.

41. Utilize an EMR VI.P.6.

42. Input patient data utilizing a practice management system VI.P.7.

43. Perform routine maintenance of administrative or clinical equipment VI.P.8.

44. Perform an inventory with documentation VI.P.9.

45. Display sensitivity when managing appointments VI.A.1.

46. Differentiate between scope of practice and standards of care for medical assistants X.C.1.

47. Compare and contrast provider and medical assistant roles in terms of standard of care X.C.2

48. Locate a state’s legal scope of practice for medical assistants X.P.1.

49. Protect the integrity of the medical record X.A.2..

50. Use proper body mechanics XII.P.3.

 Listed Topics

1. Brief history of medicine
2. Medical specialties and the health team
3. Oral and written communication
4. Scheduling appointments
5. Receiving and sending office communications
6. Managing office communication
7. Patient records and filing
8. Opening and closing the office
9. Safety, security and emergency plans in the medical office
10. Body mechanics
11. General management duties
12. Data management using electronic medical records (EMR)
13. Equipment maintenance
14. Inventory of supplies
15. Services provided by the Unitaed States Postal Service
16. The Medical Assistant job description
17. Local, state and federal ligislation and regulation in the medical office settng

• Communication
• Technological Competence

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MDA 105 - Clinical Medical Assisting 1

1.   MAERB Appendix B CORE Curriculum 2015 standards

2.   Describe structural organization of the human body I.C.1.

3.   Identify body systems I.C.2.

4.   Describe

• body planes I.C.3.a.
• directional terms I.C.3.b.
• quadrants I.C.3.c.
• body cavities I.C.3.d.

5.   List major organs in each body system I.C.4.

6.   Identify the anatomical location of major organs in each body system I.C.5.

7.   Compare structure and function of the human body across the life span I.C.6.

8.   Describe the normal function of each body system I.C.7.

9.   Identify common pathology related to each body system including:

• signs I.C.8.a.
• symptoms I.C.8.b.
• etiology I.C.8.c.

10. Analyze pathology for each body system including:

• diagnostic measures I.C.9.a.
• treatment modalities I.C.9.b.

11. Describe basic principles of first aid as they pertain to the ambulatory healthcare setting I.C.14.

12. Measure and record

• blood pressure I.P.1.a.
• temperature I.P.1.b.
• pulse I.P.1.c.
• respirations I.P.1.d.
• height I.P.1.e.
• weight I.P.1.f.

13. Perform:

• electrocardiography I.P.2.a.

14. Perform patient screening using established protocols I.P.3.

15. Instruct and prepare a patient for a procedure or a treatment I.P.8.

16. Assist provider with a patient exam I.P.9.

17. Perform first aid procedures for:

• bleeding I.P.13.a.
• diabetic coma or insulin shock I.P.13.b.
• fractures I.P.13.c.
• seizures I.P.13.d.
• shock I.P.13.e.
• syncope I.P.13.f.

18. Incorporate critical thinking skills when performing patient assessment I.A.1.

19. Incorporate critical thinking skills when performing patient care I.A.2.

20. Show awareness of a patient’s concerns related to the procedure being performed I.A.3.

21. List major types of infectious agents III.C.1.

22. Describe the infection cycle including: 

• The infectious agent III.C.2.a.
• Reservoir III.C.2.b.
• Susceptible host III.C.2.c.
• Means of transmission III.C.2.d.
• Portals of entry III.C.2.e.
• Portals of exit III.C.2.f.

23.Define the following as practiced within an ambulatory care setting:

• Medical asepsis III.C.3.a.
• Surgical asepsis III.C.3.b.

24. Identify methods of controlling the growth of microorganisms III.C.4.

25. Define the principles of standard precautions III.C.5.

26. Define personal protective equipment (PPE) for:

27. All body fluids, secretions and excretions   

•  III.C.6.a.
•  Blood III.C.6.b.
•  Non-intact skin III.C.6.c.
•  Mucous membranes III.C.6.d.

28. Identify Center for Disease Control (CDC) regulations that impact healthcare practices III.C.7.

29. Participate in bloodborne pathogen training III.P.1.

30. Select appropriate barrier/Personal protective equipment (PPE) III.P.2.

31. Perform Handwashing III.P.3.

32. Perform autoclaving III.P.4.

33. Perform sterilization procedures III.P.5.

34. Prepare a sterile field III.P.6.

35. Perform within a sterile field III.P.7.

36. Perform wound care III.P.8.

37. Perform a dressing change III.P.9.

38. Demonstrate proper disposal of biohazardous material:

• Sharps III.P.10.a.
• Regulated waste III.P.10.b.

39. Recognize the implications for failure to comply with the Center for Disease Control (CDC) regulations in heathcare settings III.A.1.

40. Describe dietary nutrients including:

• Carbohydrates IV.C.1.a.
• Fat IV.C.1.b.
• Protein IV.C.1.c.
• Minerals IV.C.1.d.
• Electrolytes IV.C.1.e.
• Vitamins IV.C.1.f.
• Fiber IV.C.1.g.
• Water IV.C.1.h.

41. Define the function of dietary supplements IV.C.2.

42. Identify the special dietary needs for:

• Weight control IV.C.3.a.
• Diabetes IV.C.3.b.
• Cardiovascular disease IV.C.3.c.
• Hypertension IV.C.3.d.
• Cancer IV.C.3.e.
• Lactose sensitivitiy IV.C.3.f.
• Gluten-free IV.C.3.g.
• Food allergies IV.C.3.h.

43. Show awareness of patient’s concerns regarding dietary changes IV.A1.

44. Instruct a patient according to patient’s special dietary needs IV.P.1.

45. Define coaching a patient as it relates to:

• health maintenance V.C.6.a.
• disease prevention V.C.6.b.
• community resources V.C.6.c.
• adaptations relevant to individual patient needs V.C.6.d.

46. Identify medical term labeling the word parts V.C.9.

47. Define medical terms and abbreviations related to all body systems V.C.10.

48. Relate the following behaviors to professional communication:

• assertive V.C.14.a.
• aggressive V.C.14.b.
• passive V.C.14.c.

49. Differentiate between adaptive and non-adaptive coping mechanisms V.C.15.

50. Differentiate between subjective and objective information V.C.16.

51. Discuss the theories of:

• Kubler-Ross V.C.17.c.

52. Respond to nonverbal communication V.P.2.

53. Use medical terminology correctly and pronounced accurately to communicate information to providers and patients V.P.3.
54. Coach patient’s regarding:

• health maintenance V.P.4.b.
• disease prevention V.P.4.c.
• treatment plan V.P.4.d.

55. Develop a current list of community resources related to patients’ healthcare needs V.P.9.

56. Facilitate referrals to community resources in the role of a patient navigator V.P.10.

57. Demonstrate empathy, active listening and nonverbal communication V.A.1.

58. Deomonstrate respect for individual diversity including:

• gender V.A.3.a.
• race V.A.3.b.
• religion V.A.3.c.
• age V.A.3.d.
• economic status V.A.3.e.
• appearance V.A.3.f.

59. Explain to a patient the rationale for performance of a procedure V.A.4.

60. Document patient care accurately in the medical record. X.P.3.

61. Perform Compliance reporting based on public health X.P.5.

62. Protect the integrity of the medical record X.A.2.

63. Identify:

• Safety signs XII.C.1.a.
• Symbols XII.C.1.b.
• Labels XII.C.1.c.

64. Identify safety techniques that can be used in responding to accidental exposure to:

• Blood XII.C.2.a.
• Other body fluids XII.C.2.b.
• Needle sticks XII.C.2.c.
• Chemicals XII.C.2.d.

65. Discuss fire safety issues in an ambulatory healthcare environment XII.C.3.

66. Describe fundamental principles for evacuation of a healthcare setting XII.C.4.

67. XII.C.5. Describe the purpose of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) in a healthcare setting XII.C.5.

68. Discuss protocols for disposal of biological chemical materials XII.C.6.

69. Identify principles of:

• Body mechanics XII.C.7.a.

70. Identify critical elements of an emergency plan for response to a natural disaster or other emergency XII.C.8.

71. Comply with:

• Safety signs XII.P.1.a.
• Symbols XII.P.1.b.
• labels XII.P.1.c.

72. Demonstrate proper use of:

• eyewash equipment XII.P.2.a.
• fire extinguishers XII.P.2.b.
• Sharps disposal containers XII.P.2.c.

73. Use proper body mechanics XII.P.3.

74. Participate in a mock exposure event with documentation of specific steps XII.P.4.

75. Evaluate the work environment to identify unsafe working conditions XII.P.5.

76. Recognize the physical and emotional effects on persons involved in an emergency situation XII.A.1.

77. Demonstrate self-awareness in responding to an emergency situation XII.A.2.

 Listed Topics

1. Normal functions of each body system
2. Orientation to clinical medical assisting
3. Guidelines for personal safety and well-being of staff and patients
4. Diagnostic testing
5. Infection Control
6. Positioning and draping of patients for examinations
7. Patient assessment
8. Medical and surgical asepsis used in medical offices
9. Center for Disease Control (CDC) regulation for the medical office
10. Verbal and non-verbal communication skills
11. Cardiography diagnostic testing
12. Normal and abnormal vital signs for all age groups
13. Nutrition

• Communication
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

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MDA 106 - Clinical Medical Assisting 2

1.   MAERB Appendix B CORE Curriculum 2015 standards

2.   List major organs in each body system I.C.4.

3.   Identify the anatomical location of major organs in each body system I.C.5.

4.   Compare structure and function of the human body across the life span I.C.6.

5.   Describe the normal function of each body system I.C.7.

6.   Identify common pathology related to each body system including:

• signs I.C.8.a.
• symptoms I.C.8.b.
• etiology I.C.8.c.

7.   Analyze pathology for each body system including:

• diagnostic measures I.C.9.a.
• treatment modalities I.C.9.b.

8.   Identify the classifications of medications including:

• indications for use I.C.11.a.
• desired effects I.C.11.b.
• side effects I.C.11.c.
• adverse reactions I.C.11.d.

9.   Measure and record:

• length (infant) I.P.1.g.
• head circumference (infant) I.P.1.h.
• pulse oximetry I.P.1.i.

10. Perform:

• pulmonary function testing I.P.2.d.

11. Perform patient screening using established protocols I.P.3.

12. Verify the rules of medication administration:

• right patient I.P.4.a.
• right medication I.P.4.b.
• right dose I.P.4.c.
• right route I.P.4.d.
• right time I.P.4.e.
• right documentation I.P.4.f.

13. Select proper sites for administering parenteral medication I.P.5.

14. Administer oral medications I.P.6.

15. Administer parenteral (excluding IV) medications I.P.7.

16. Instruct and prepare a patient for a procedure or a treatment I.P.8.

17. Assist provider with a patient exam I.P.9.

18. Incorporate critical thinking skills when performing patient assessment I.A.1.

19. Incorporate critical thinking skills when performing patient care I.A.2.

20. Show awareness of a patient’s concerns related to the procedure being performed I.A.3.

21. Demonstrate knowledge of basic math computations II.C.1.

22. Apply mathematical computations to solve equations II.C.2.

23. Define basic units of measurement in:

• The metric system II.C.3.a.
• The household system II.C.3.b.

24. Convert among measurement systems II.C.4.

25. Identify abbreviations and symbols used in calculating medication dosages II.C.5.

26. Analyze healthcare results as reported in:

• graphs II.C.6.a.
• tables II.C.6.b.

27. Calculate proper dosages of medication for administration II.P.1.

28. Document on a growth chart II.P.4.

29. Discuss the theories of: 

• Erikson V.C.17.b.

30. Coach patients regarding:

• health maintenance V.P.4.b.
• disease prevention V.P.4.c.
• treatment plan V.P.4.d.

31. Coach patients appropriately considering:               

• cultural diversity V.P.5.a.     
• developmental life stage V.P.5.b.
• communication barriers V.P.5.c.

32. Explain to a patient the rationale for performance of a procedure V.A.4.

33. Document patient care accurately in the medical record X.P.3.

34. Protect the integrity of the medical record X.A.2.

 Listed Topics

1. Classifications of medications, including desired effects, side effects and adverse reactions
2. Relationship between anatomy and physiology of body systems and medications used for treatment for each
3. Basic units of measurements including metric, apothecary and household systems
4. Math computation
5. Principles of Pharmacology
6. Radiographic examinations
7. Rehabilitation modalities
8. Administering Medications
9. Specialty practice patients
10. Safety and proper use of ambulatory aids
11. Allergy Testing
12. Basic anatomy of systems
13. Specialty practice exams

• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Quantitative & Scientific Reasoning

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MDA 107 - Laboratory Procedures for the Medical Office

1.   MAERB Appendix B CORE Curriculum 2015 standards

2.   Describe the normal function of each body system I.C.7.

3.   Identify common pathology related to each body system including:

• signs I.C.8.a.
• symptoms I.C.8.b.
• etiology I.C.8.c.

4.   Analyze pathology for each body system including:

• diagnostic measures I.C.9.a.
• treatment modalities I.C.9.b.

5.   Identify CLIA waived tests associated with common diseases I.C.10.

6.   Identify quality assurance practices in healthcare I.C.12.

7.   Perform:

• venipuncture I.P.2.b.
• capillary puncture I.P.2.c.

8.   Preform patient screening using established protocols I.P.3.

9.   Instruct and prepare a patient for a procedure or a treatment I.P.8.

10. Assist provider with a patient exam I.P.9.

11. Perform quality control measure I.P.10.

12. Obtain specimens and perform:

• CLIA waived hematology test I.P.11.a.
• CLIA waived chemistry test I.P.11.b.
• CLIA waived urinalysis test I.P.11c.
• CLIA waived immunology test I.P.11.d.
• CLIA waived microbiology test I.P.11.e.

13. Incorporate critical thinking skills when performing patient assessment I.A.1.

14. Incorporate critical thinking skills when performing patient care I.A.2.

15. Show awareness to the concerns related to the procedure being performed I.A.3.

16. Analyze healthcare results as reported in:

• graphs II.C.6.a.
• tables II.C.6.b.

17. Differentiate between normal and abnormal test results II.P.2.

18. Maintain lab test results using flow sheets II.P.3.

19. Assure a patient of the accuracy of the test results II.A.1.

20. List major types of infectious agents III.C.1.

21. Describe the infection cycle including:

• Infectious agent III.C.2.a.
• Reservoir III.C.2.b.
• Susceptible host III.C.2.c.
• Means of transmission III.C.2.d.
• Portals of entry III.C.2.e.
• Portals of exit III.C.2.f.

22. Identify methods of controlling the growth of microorganisms III.C.4.

23. Define the principles of standard precautions III.C.5.

24. Define personal protective equipment for:

• All body fluids, secretions and  excretions III.C.6.a.
• Blood III.C.6.b.
• Non-intact skin III.C.6.c.
• Mucous membranes III.C.6.d.

25. Identify the Center for Disease Control regulation that impact healthcare practices III.C.7.

26. Select appropriate barrier/PPE III.P.2.

27. Demonstrate proper disposal of biohazardous material:

• Sharps III.P.10.a.
• Regulated waste III.P.10.b.

28. Explain the purpose of routine maintenance of administrative and clinical equipment VI.C.9.

29. Perform routine maintenance of administrative or clinical equipment VI.P.8.

30. Identify:

• Safety signs XII.C.1.a.
• Symbols XII.C.1.b.
• Labels XII.C.1.c.

31. Identify safety techniques that can be used in responding to accidental exposure to :

• Blood XII.C.2.a.
• Other body fluids XII.C.2.b.
• Needle sticks XII.C.2.c.
• Chemicals XII.C.2.d.

32. Comply with:

• Safety signs XII.P.1.a.
• Symbols XII.P.1.b.
• Labels XII.P.1.c.

33. Demonstrate proper use of:

• Sharps disposal containers XII.P.2.a.

 Listed Topics

1. Engineered safety devices
2. Blood types
3. Venipuncture
4. Capillary puncture
5. CLIA - waived tests in chemistry, hematology and urinalysis
6. Routine maintenance of equipment
7. Quality control
8. Use of the microscope
9. Microbiology testing
10. Immunology tests
11. Occult blood test

• Critical Thinking & problem Solving
• Quantitative & Scientific Reasoning

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MDA 108C - Medical Assisting Externship

 
Description
This course is a supervised, non-paid 160 hour work experience in a private physician’s office or in a clinic. The student gains practical experience applying the knowledge, skills and behaviors learned in the Medical Assistant program to perform administrative, clinical and communication competencies. This course is graded on a Pass/Fail basis. Prior to the externship current CPR, Criminal Record Clearance and PA Child Abuse Clearances (Act 33/34) and a physical examination are required. This course requires a per credit health career fee; check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate.

1. Perform clinical procedures related to patient examinations and assist the physician throughtout the exam.
2. Prepare blood and body fluid specimens for analysis according to industry standards.
3. Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
4. Perform administrative functions related to medical business practices.
5. Display behavior in accordance with regulations, policies, laws and patient rights.

1. Administrative functions including receptionist duties, telephone procedures, appointment scheduling, patient records, office communication, medical financial management responsibilities and health insurance claims
2. Patient care functions including preparation of the patient for physical examination, positioning and draping patient, vital signs, height and weight measurements, sterilization procedures, assistance with examinations, aseptic techniques, electrocardiography, oral medications, parenteral medications (excluding IV), x-rays and eye examinations
3. Laboratory functions including laboratory organization, venipuncture, finger puncture, chemical examination of urine, microscopic examination of urine, stool examination for occult blood, CLIA waived tests, throat culture, mono spot test for mononucleasis, pregnancy test, quality control in the laboratory and laboratory safety
4. Applied communication including styles and types of communication, telephone techniques, general office policies, coping mechanisms, culture and environmental, developmental life stage, language and physical barriers to communication
5. Medical business practice functions including basic practice finances, basic bookkeeping computations, bank deposits, accounts receivable procedures and computerized office building systems

• Communication
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

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MDA 208 - Medical Financial Management

1.   MAERB Appendix B CORE Curriculum 2015 Standards

2.   Demonstrate knowledge of basic math computations II.C.1.

3.   Apply mathematical computations to solve equations II.C.2.

4.   Define the following bookkeeping terms:

• Charges VII.C.1.a.
• Payments VII.C.1.b.
• Accounts receivable VII.C.1.c.
• Accounts payable VII.C.1.d.
• Adjustments VII.C.1.e.

5.   Describe banking procedures as related to the ambulatory care setting VII.C.2.

6.   Identify precautions for accepting the following types of payments:

• Cash VII.C.3.a.
• Check VII.C.3.b.
• Credit card VII.C.3.c.
• Debit card VII.C.3.d.

7.   Describe types of adjustments made to patient accounts including:

• Non-sufficient funds (NSF) check VII.C.4.a.
• Collection agency transaction VII.C.4.b.
• Credit balance VII.C.4.c.
• Third party VII.C.4.d.

8.   Identify types of information contained in the patient’s billing record VII.C.5.

9.   Explain patient financial obligations for services rendered VII.C.6.

10. Perform accounts receivable procedures to patient accounts including posting:

•  Charges VII.P.1.a.
•  Payments VII.P.1.b.
•  Adjustments VII.P.1.c.

11. Prepare a bank deposit VII.P.2.

12. Obtain accurate patient billing information VII.P.3.

13. Inform a patient of financial obligations for services rendered VII.P.4.

14. Demonstrate professionalism when discussing patient’s billing record VII.A.1.

15. Display sensitivity when requesting payment for services rendered VII.A.2. 

16. Identify:

• Types of third party plans VIII.C.1.a.
• Information required to file a third party claim VIII.C.1.b.
• The steps for filing a third party claim VIII.C.1.c.

17. Outline managed care requirements for patient referral VIII.C.2.

18. Describe processes for:

• Verification of eligibility for services VIII.C.3.a.
• Precertification VIII.C.3.b.
• Preauthorization VIII.C.3.c.

19. Define a patient-centered medical home (PCMH) VIII.C.4.

20. Differentiate between fraud and abuse VIII.C.5.

21. Interpret information on an insurance card VIII.P.1.

22. Verify eligibility for services including documentation VIII.P.2.

23. Obtain precertification or preauthorization including documentation VIII.P.3.

24. Complete an insurance claim form VIII.P.4.

25. Interact professionally with third party representatives VIII.A.1.

26. Display tactful behavior when communicating with medical providers regarding third party requirements VIII.A.2.

27. Show sensitivity when communicating with patients regarding third party requirements VIII.A.3.

28. Describe how to use the most current procedural coding system IX.C.1.

29. Describe how to use the most current diagnostic coding classification system IX.C.2.

30. Describe how to use the most current HCPCS level II coding system IX.C.3.

31. Discuss the effects of:

• upcoding IX.C.4.a.
• downcoding IX.C.4.b.

32. Define medical necessity as it applies to procedural and diagnostic coding IX.C.5.

33. Perform procedural coding IX.P.1

34. Perform diagnostic coding IX.P.2.

35. Utilize medical necessity guidelines IX.P.3.

36. Utilize tactful communication skills with medical providers to ensure accurate code selection IX.A.1.

 Listed Topics

1. Medical care expenses
2. Credit arrangements
3. Bookkeeping procedures
4. Computer billing
5. Overdue payments
6. Fundamentals of managed care
7. Health care plans
8. Preparing claims
9. Professional manner and image
10. Ethical principles
11. Initiative and responsibility
12. Demonstrate knowledge of basic math computation
13. Adapting communication to the individual’s ability to understand
14. Perform accounts receivable
15. Obtain correct billing information
16. Computer techniques to support office operations
17. Confidentiality
18. Federal, state and local legal guidelines
19. Documentation
20. Appropriate guidelines when releasing information
21. Employer’s established policies dealing with the health care contract

• Communication
• Technological Competence

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MIS 100 - Intro Medical Insurance

1. Outline and describe the roles and responsibilities of the Medical Insurance Specialist.
2. Define medical insurance terms and describe the development of the medical insurance industry.
3. Differentiate between diagnostic and procedural coding and their relationship to insurance claims.
4. Prepare accurate and complete insurance claim forms according to current insurance guidelines.
5. Explain electronic claims submission and its importance in today’s insurance environment.
6. Collect data from patient charts and distinguish between primary and secondary insurance plans.
7. Identify, describe and explain the important federal, state and private medical insurance plans.

1. Medical insurance/billing profession
2. Medical insurance terminology
3. Introduction to coding systems
4. Insurance claim forms
5. Medical insurance plans

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