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PT 761 - Clinical Education Experience 3 (4 credits)
This course is the third clinical education experience that the student will have in the curriculum. This full-time experience under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist occurs in the second half of the fall semester of the third year of the professional curriculum. The focus is on the integration of complex patient problems. Consideration will be given to the experiences that the student had in PT 520 and PT 521 . Students will present an in-service on their final project for Research 3 to the clinical staff. Fall.
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PT 762 - Clinical Education Experience 4 (8 credits)
This course is the fourth and final clinical education experience that the student will have in the curriculum. This full-time terminal experience under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist occurs for the entire spring semester of the third year of the professional curriculum. The focus is on the integration of complex patient problems and practice management skills. Consideration will be given to the experiences that the student had in PT 660 , PT 760 , and PT 761 . Spring.
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PT 770 - Professional Development 5 Career Development 1 (.5 credits)
This module focuses on facilitating successful entry into the physical therapy profession, and subsequently, ongoing clinical and career development. Summer.
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PT 771 - Professional Development 6 Career Development 2 (0 credits)
This module focuses on planning for long term career development. Spring.
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Physician Assistant, B.S. in Health Science |
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PA 200 - Medical Terminology (1 credit)
This course is designed to teach medical terminology to those who have elected to pursue a career in the allied health field. Students will learn prefixes, suffixes and root words necessary to understand and interpret medical terminology. The course is offered as a self-paced course. Fall and Spring.
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PA 201 - Introduction to Medicine I (2 credits)
This course focuses on preparing students for the Professional Phase of the Physician Assistant program. An overview of the PA profession and documentation in the medical record are provided. The evaluation and treatment of selected disease processes commonly encountered in clinical practice are also covered. This course establishes a foundation on which to build future Introduction to Medicine and other physician assistant courses. Fall.
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PA 202 - Introduction to Medicine II (2 credits)
This course focuses on preparing students for the Professional Phase of the Physician Assistant program. The evaluation and treatment of selected disease processes commonly encountered in clinical practice are covered. This course also provides exposure to the medical record through SOAP note documentation. Prerequisite(s): PA 201 . Spring.
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PA 301 - Introduction to Medicine III (3 credits)
This course focuses on preparing students for the Professional Phase of the Physician Assistant program. The evaluation and treatment of selected disease processes commonly encountered in clinical practice are covered. This course also provides exposure to the medical record through SOAP note documentation. Prerequisite(s): PA 201 . Fall.
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PA 302 - Introduction to Medicine IV (3 credits)
This course focuses on preparing students for the Professional Phase of the Physician Assistant program. The evaluation and treatment of selected disease processes commonly encountered in clinical practice are covered. This course also provides exposure to the medical record through SOAP note documentation. Prerequisite(s): PA 201 . Spring.
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PA 303 - Introduction to Physical Examination (1 credit)
Instruction on the technique of physical diagnosis is approached system by system, giving opportunity for the students to become proficient in the necessary skills and diagnostic equipment used in the exam. This course provides a foundation from which students build upon in future physician assistant courses. Spring.
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PA 400 - Evidence-Based Medicine (B.S., MPAS) (1 credit)
Designed to provide a fundamental knowledge base to prepare students to search, interpret and evaluate the medical literature, and apply their findings to individualized patient care. The course will present an overview of the principles of evidence-based medicine and emphasize its importance in maintaining a critical, current and operational knowledge of new medical findings required for the prevention, diagnostic evaluation and treatment of disease. Instruction will include such topics as framing of research questions, sampling methods, interpretation of basic biostatistical methods and the limits of medical research. The course will also explore the various common medical databases used to access current medical literature. Summer.
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PA 401 - Introduction to U.S. Health Care (B.S., MPAS) (1 credit)
Designed to provide an overview of topics that pertain to the role of the practicing physician assistant. The course will present an overview of the physician assistant profession, its historical development and current trends to include information about physician assistant licensure, credentialing and laws and regulations regarding professional practice. Instruction will occur in relation to patient safety, quality improvement, prevention of medical errors and risk management. The course will explore an overview of health care delivery systems and health policy and introduce the concepts of medical reimbursement, documentation of care, coding and billing. The concept of providing medical care to patients from diverse populations to include consideration of the impact of racial, ethnic and socioeconomic health disparities on health care delivery will also be introduced. Summer.
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PA 402 - History Taking and Patient Education Skills (B.S., MPAS) (1.5 credits)
Will focus on preparing the student to perform and document an organized and appropriate medical history in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Appropriate documentation of the physical examination, components of office and hospital charting as well as the approach to difficult patient interactions and delivering bad news are also presented. In addition, the course will address strategies that will empower students to become effective patient educators. Students will learn to glean information from patients and then to apply that information to patient education strategies that increase patient understanding and compliance. Taught in conjunction with PA 403 - History Taking and Patient Education Skills Lab (B.S., MPAS) . Summer.
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PA 403 - History Taking and Patient Education Skills Lab (B.S., MPAS) (0.5 credit)
Will prepare students to perform an organized and thorough medical history through group discussion and role-playing sessions. Students will begin to develop the skills necessary to elicit a complete inpatient medical history. The course will also allow students to begin developing skills in relation to written documentation of medical records. Taught in conjunction with PA 402 - History Taking and Patient Education Skills (B.S., MPAS) . Summer.
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PA 404 - Public Health (B.S., MPAS) (1 credit)
Provides instruction in concepts of public health as they relate to the role of the practicing physician assistant. The course will assist in the development of an understanding of public health concepts that includes an appreciation of the public health system, the role of health care providers in the prevention of disease, the maintenance of population and community health and the application of public health to the daily life of a practicing health care provider. Students will develop an understanding of disease surveillance, reporting and intervention. Summer.
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PA 405 - Clinical Skills (B.S., MPAS) (2 credits)
Designed to provide introductory instruction in the technical skills and procedures that a physician assistant should be familiar with based on current professional practice. The overall goal of this course is to acquaint the student with the proper methods, indications, contraindications, common errors and helpful hints of performing and assisting in various clinical procedures. Fall.
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PA 406 - Well Child (B.S., MPAS) (2 credits)
Stresses preventive pediatrics and well-child care in the pre-natal and pediatric settings, addressing the normal growth and development issues of the healthy pediatric patient. Emphasis will be on developmental milestones, history and physical examination findings, age appropriate nutritional and screening interventions as well as anticipatory guidance. Current pediatric immunization guidelines will also be reviewed. Spring.
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PA 420 - Introduction to Medicine Module (B.S., MPAS) (2 credits)
Designed to provide the fundamental knowledge base upon which medical diagnosis and treatment of disease is based. The course will consist of introductory material in the following areas: anatomy and physiology, history and physical examination, lab diagnostics and radiology, pharmacology, infectious disease, emergency medicine, surgery, universal precautions and health information privacy, nutrition, genetics, rehabilitative services and professionalism. Summer.
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PA 421 - Hematology Medicine Module (B.S., MPAS) (1.5 credits)
Employs a comprehensive and integrated approach to exploring disease processes that affect the blood and immune system. Components of the module will include instruction on scientific concepts, such as pertinent anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology and genetic implications as well as health maintenance. Students will develop history taking and physical examination skills, learn to order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies, formulate a differential diagnosis and determine the most likely diagnosis. Clinical interventions (non-pharmacological interventions) and clinical therapeutics (pharmacology) are also included. A strong emphasis is placed on critical thinking and problem solving, as well as patient education. Summer.
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PA 422 - Endocrine Medicine Module (B.S., MPAS) (2 credits)
Employs a comprehensive and integrated approach to exploring disease processes that affect the endocrine system. Components of the module will include instruction on scientific concepts, such as pertinent anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology and genetic implications as well as health maintenance. Students will develop history taking and physical examination skills, learn to order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies, formulate a differential diagnosis and determine the most likely diagnosis. Clinical interventions (non-pharmacological interventions) and clinical therapeutics (pharmacology) are also included. A strong emphasis is placed on critical thinking and problem solving, as well as patient education. Summer.
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PA 423 - Neurology Medicine Module (B.S., MPAS) (3 credits)
Employs a comprehensive and integrated approach to exploring disease processes that affect the central and peripheral nervous systems. Components of the module will include instruction on scientific concepts, such as pertinent anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology and genetic implications as well as health maintenance. Students will develop history taking and physical examination skills, learn to order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies, formulate a differential diagnosis and determine the most likely diagnosis. Clinical interventions (non-pharmacological interventions) and clinical therapeutics (pharmacology) are also included. A strong emphasis is placed on critical thinking and problem solving, as well as patient education. Summer.
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PA 424 - Dermatology Medicine Module (B.S., MPAS) (2.5 credits)
Employs a comprehensive and integrated approach to exploring disease processes that affect the skin and integument systems. Components of the module will include instruction on scientific concepts, such as pertinent anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology and genetic implications as well as health maintenance. Students will develop history taking and physical examination skills, learn to order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies, formulate a differential diagnosis and determine the most likely diagnosis. Clinical interventions (non-pharmacological interventions) and clinical therapeutics (pharmacology) are also included. A strong emphasis is placed on critical thinking and problem solving, as well as patient education. Summer.
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PA 425 - Musculoskeletal Medicine Module (B.S., MPAS) (5 credits)
Employs a comprehensive and integrated approach to exploring disease processes that affect the musculoskeletal and immunologic systems. Components of the module will include instruction on scientific concepts, such as pertinent anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology and genetic implications as well as health maintenance. Students will develop history taking and physical examination skills, learn to order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies, formulate a differential diagnosis and determine the most likely diagnosis. Clinical interventions (non-pharmacological interventions) and clinical therapeutics (pharmacology) are also included. A strong emphasis is placed on critical thinking and problem solving, as well as patient education. Fall.
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PA 426 - Eyes, Ears, Nose and Throat Medicine Module (B.S., MPAS) (3 credits)
Employs a comprehensive and integrated approach to exploring disease processes that affect the eyes, ears, nose, mouth and throat. Components of the module will include instruction on scientific concepts, such as pertinent anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology and genetic implications as well as health maintenance. Students will develop history taking and physical examination skills, learn to order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies, formulate a differential diagnosis and determine the most likely diagnosis. Clinical interventions (non-pharmacological interventions) and clinical therapeutics (pharmacology) are also included. A strong emphasis is placed on critical thinking and problem solving, as well as patient education. Fall.
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PA 427 - Behavioral Medicine Module (B.S., MPAS) (3 credits)
Employs a comprehensive and integrated approach that encompasses exploring normal and abnormal development across the life span as well as psychiatric disease processes and substance abuse issues. Components of the module will include instruction on scientific concepts, such as pertinent anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology and genetic implications as well as health maintenance. Students will develop history taking and physical examination skills, learn to order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies, formulate a differential diagnosis and determine the most likely diagnosis. Clinical interventions (non-pharmacological interventions) and clinical therapeutics (pharmacology) are also included. A strong emphasis is placed on critical thinking and problem solving, as well as patient education. Fall.
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PA 428 - Cardiovascular Medicine Module (B.S., MPAS) (5 credits)
Employs a comprehensive and integrated approach to exploring disease processes that affect the heart, peripheral circulation and lymphatic system. Components of the module will include instruction on scientific concepts, such as pertinent anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology and genetic implications as well as health maintenance. Students will develop history taking and physical examination skills, learn to order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies, formulate a differential diagnosis and determine the most likely diagnosis. Clinical interventions (non-pharmacological interventions) and clinical therapeutics (pharmacology) are also included. A strong emphasis is placed on critical thinking and problem solving, as well as patient education. Fall.
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PA 429 - Pulmonary Medicine Module (B.S., MPAS) (4 credits)
Employs a comprehensive and integrated approach to exploring disease processes that affect the respiratory system. Components of the module will include instruction on scientific concepts, such as pertinent anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology and genetic implications as well as health maintenance. Students will develop history taking and physical examination skills, learn to order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies, formulate a differential diagnosis and determine the most likely diagnosis. Clinical interventions (non-pharmacological interventions) and clinical therapeutics (pharmacology) are also included. A strong emphasis is placed on critical thinking and problem solving, as well as patient education. Spring.
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PA 430 - Gastrointestinal/Nutrition Medicine Module (B.S., MPAS) (5 credits)
Employs a comprehensive and integrated approach to exploring disease processes that affect the gastrointestinal, liver, biliary tract and pancreatic systems as well as nutrition. Components of the module will include instruction on scientific concepts, such as pertinent anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology and genetic implications as well as health maintenance. Students will develop history taking and physical examination skills, learn to order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies, formulate a differential diagnosis and determine the most likely diagnosis. Clinical interventions (non-pharmacological interventions) and clinical therapeutics (pharmacology) are also included. A strong emphasis is placed on critical thinking and problem solving, as well as patient education. Spring.
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PA 431 - Genitourinary Medicine Module (B.S., MPAS) (2 credits)
Employs a comprehensive and integrated approach to exploring disease processes that affect the kidneys and the urinary and male reproductive systems. Components of the module will include instruction on scientific concepts, such as pertinent anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology and genetic implications as well as health maintenance. Students will develop history taking and physical examination skills, learn to order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies, formulate a differential diagnosis and determine the most likely diagnosis. Clinical interventions (non-pharmacological interventions) and clinical therapeutics (pharmacology) are also included. A strong emphasis is placed on critical thinking and problem solving, as well as patient education. Spring.
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PA 432 - Reproductive Medicine Module (B.S., MPAS) (5 credits)
Employs a comprehensive and integrated approach to exploring disease processes that affect the female reproductive system, including both gynecological and obstetrical conditions. Components of the module will include instruction on scientific concepts, such as pertinent anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology and genetic implications as well as health maintenance. Students will develop history taking and physical examination skills, learn to order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies, formulate a differential diagnosis and determine the most likely diagnosis. Clinical interventions (non-pharmacological interventions) and clinical therapeutics (pharmacology) are also included. A strong emphasis is placed on critical thinking and problem solving, as well as patient education. Spring.
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PA 450 - Graduate Physical Examination (B.S., MPAS) (0 credit)
Instruction on proper physical examination technique as it relates to the following systems: HEENT, Pulmonary, Cardiovascular, Abdominal, Musculoskeletal and Neurological. This course will provide students the opportunity to become proficient in the necessary skills and diagnostic equipment used in the exam. Summer.
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PA 451 - Didactic Clinical Experiences and Medical Documentation I (B.S., MPAS) (0 credit)
Provides opportunities for students to develop appropriate skills in medical documentation and patient presentation. It is sequenced to allow the students to build upon skills taught in the History Taking and Patient Education Skills course. Students will be expected to perform organized and thorough medical histories and physical examinations during a role play exercise and inpatient hospital experiences, in addition to performing focused problem-specific medical histories and physical examinations during outpatient setting experiences. Medical documentation from the inpatient hospital experiences will include comprehensive histories and physical examinations, admit notes and appropriate orders. Clinical SOAP notes will be required for outpatient clinical experiences. Fall.
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PA 452 - Didactic Clinical Experiences and Medical Documentation II (B.S., MPAS) (0 credit)
Provides opportunities for students to continue to develop appropriate skills in medical documentation and patient presentation. It is sequenced to allow students to further refine skills and build upon the experiences from the Didactic Clinical Experiences and Medical Documentation I course. Students will be expected to perform organized and thorough medical histories and physical examinations during inpatient hospital experiences, in addition to performing focused problem-specific medical histories and physical examinations during outpatient setting experiences. Medical documentation from the inpatient hospital experiences will include comprehensive histories and physical examinations, admit notes and appropriate orders. Clinical SOAP notes will be required for outpatient clinical experiences. Prerequisite: Spring.
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PA 453 - Didactic Comprehensive Evaluation (B.S., MPAS)
Designed to allow students to demonstrate mastery of medical knowledge, clinical competence, interpersonal and communication skills and professionalism. This will be accomplished through the utilization of a comprehensive written examination, word association examination, comprehensive simulated patient encounter, clinical skills practical examination, community service, and certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Spring.
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PA 499 - Independent Study in Physician Assistant (1-6 credits)
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PA 500 - Introduction to Clinical Rotations (4 credits)
This is a five-week rotation scheduled for students that need additional clinical experience prior to beginning formal rotations in the clinical year. During this time, the student will perfect techniques of history-taking and physical examination, as well as improve patient education skills and performance of clinical procedures.
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PA 501 - Behavioral Medicine I (4 credits)
The behavioral medicine clinical rotation will provide the student with opportunities to see a variety of patients with psychiatric problems. The rotation will stress the health care team approach to both psychological and medical complaints or concerns of the psychiatric patient under the direction of the site preceptor. Summer, Fall and Spring.
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PA 502 - Behavioral Medicine II (4 credits)
Under the supervision of the site preceptor, the student will gain experience and proficiency in assessment and treatment of affective, anxiety, cognitive, eating, personality, psychotic, substance abuse and other psychiatric disorders. Emphasis will be placed on developing skills which will allow the student to perform well in a primary care setting with problems that are psychological in nature. The student will also learn indications for the contributions of other health care providers (social services, occupational therapy, etc.) in the management of a patient with a psychiatric disorder. This course is an elective.
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PA 510 - Emergency Medicine I (4 credits)
The emergency medicine clinical rotation will provide the student with opportunities to see a variety of patients with emergent medical complaints or concerns under the direction of the site preceptor. Summer, Fall and Spring.
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PA 511 - Emergency Medicine II (4 credits)
Under the supervision of the site preceptor, the student will examine and treat a wide variety of urgent and emergent conditions. The student must be proficient in taking an accurate history, performing a methodical, rapid and accurate directed physical exam, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, and developing a treatment plan. Clinical procedures performed during the rotation may include debridement and suturing of wounds, splinting, nasogastric tube insertion, endotracheal intubation, and Advanced Cardiac Life Support. This course is an elective.
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PA 520 - Family Practice I (4 credits)
The family medicine clinical rotation will provide the student with the opportunities to see a wide variety of patients under the direction of the site preceptor. These patients will have an assortment of medical complaints or concerns, both acute and chronic. Summer, Fall and Spring.
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PA 521 - Family Practice II (4 credits)
The family medicine clinical rotation will provide the student with the opportunities to see a wide variety of patients under the direction of the site preceptor. These patients will have an assortment of medical complaints or concerns, both acute and chronic. Summer, Fall and Spring.
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PA 522 - Family Practice III (4 credits)
Under the supervision of the site preceptor, the student will gain proficiency and experience in patient/provider interaction and in working as a member of an organized primary care team. The student is expected to see patients across the lifespan. The student will collect histories, perform physical exams, and order and interpret appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests. The student will use this information to formulate a diagnosis and develop and subsequently deliver patient education information. Patient care will involve both acute and chronic problems and will allow the student to integrate information obtained during the didactic year. This course is an elective.
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PA 523 - Primary Care (4 credits)
The primary care clinical rotation will provide the student with opportunities to see a wide variety of patients under the direction of the site preceptor. These patients will have an assortment of medical complaints or concerns, both acute and chronic.
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PA 525 - Special Clinical Topics (4 credits)
A five-week clinical rotation for students that have been identified as needing additional clinical experiences after starting the clinical year. Under the supervision of the site supervisor, the student will have the opportunity to improve on areas of deficit that have been identified. This will allow the student the opportunity to continue on standard clinical rotations after improvement has been made. This will include all components of evaluation as with all standard rotations. This course will not substitute for any required rotation or the elective rotation. As needed.
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PA 530 - Internal Medicine I (4 credits)
The internal medicine clinical rotation will provide the student with opportunities to see a variety of medical complaints or concerns in an inpatient and/or outpatient setting. This rotation allows the student to become familiar with the continuity of care of emergent, acute, and chronic patients under the supervision of the site preceptor. Summer, Fall and Spring.
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PA 531 - Internal Medicine II (4 credits)
Under the supervision of the site preceptor, the student will refine history-taking and physical exam skills and learn to further identify abnormal findings on examination in an adult population. He/she will gain proficiency in ordering and interpreting laboratory and diagnostic tests and developing a diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan. With experience in inpatient and/or outpatient settings, the student will be able to recognize emergent, acute, and chronic diagnoses and participate in the necessary continuity of care for each. This course is an elective.
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PA 532 - Geriatrics (4 credits)
Under the supervision of the site preceptor, the student will become increasingly proficient in dealing with the special health care needs of elderly patients. This course is an elective.
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PA 533 - Cardiology (4 credits)
Under the supervision of the site preceptor, the student will increase his/her proficiency in diagnosing, treating, and managing acute and chronic diseases of the heart. This course is an elective.
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PA 534 - Dermatology (4 credits)
Under the supervision of the site preceptor, the student will become proficient in diagnosing and treating diseases of the skin, hair, and nails. This course is an elective.
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PA 535 - Neurology (4 credits)
Under the supervision of the site preceptor, the student will become increasingly proficient in evaluating, diagnosing, treating, and managing diseases of the brain and nervous system. This course is an elective.
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PA 540 - Pediatrics I (4 credits)
The pediatric medicine clinical rotation will provide the student with opportunities to see a variety of pediatric medical complaints or concerns. Students will be exposed to not only the ill child, but also to well child development and growth within the family unit and in peer interactions. Summer, Fall and Spring.
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PA 541 - Pediatrics II (4 credits)
Under the supervision of the site preceptor, the student will be exposed to child and adolescent development, growth within the family unit, and peer interaction. History taking and physical exams skills will be refined. The student will perform well-child checks, diagnose and treat ill children and adolescents with a variety of acute and chronic illnesses, and determine appropriate use and administration of immunizations. The student will also become proficient in interacting with parents and providing guidance and education as the child progresses through developmental milestones. This course is an elective.
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PA 550 - Surgery I (4 credits)
The surgical medicine clinical rotation will provide the student with opportunities to see a variety of patients with an assortment of surgical complaints. The student will, through rapid and methodical assessment, evaluate acutely ill and potential surgical patients. Under the direction of the site preceptor, the student will work as a member of the health care team providing pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative care. Summer, Fall and Spring.
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PA 551 - Surgery II (4 credits)
Under the supervision of the site preceptor, the student will function as a member of a health care team providing pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative care. The student will evaluate acutely ill and potential surgical patients; identify surgical indications, contraindications, and potential complications; and assist with surgical procedures. This course is an elective.
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PA 552 - Cardiovascular Surgery (4 credits)
Under the supervision of the site preceptor, the student will evaluate, provide pre- and post-operative care, and assist with surgical procedures for patients with surgical diseases of the heart and vascular system of the body. Some sites may also work with patients with surgical diseases of the lungs. This course is an elective.
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PA 553 - Neurosurgery (4 credits)
Under the supervision of the site preceptor, the student will evaluate, provide pre- and post-operative care, and assist in surgical procedures for patients with surgical diseases of the brain and nervous system. This course is an elective.
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PA 554 - Orthopedic Surgery (4 credits)
Under the supervision of the site preceptor, the student will evaluate, diagnose and treat patients with diseases of the musculoskeletal system. Where appropriate, he/she may also provide pre and postoperative care and assist with surgical procedures. This course is an elective.
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PA 555 - Otolaryngology (4 credits)
Under the supervision of the site preceptor, the student will evaluate, diagnose, and treat diseases of the ears, nose, and throat. This course is an elective.
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PA 556 - Plastic Surgery (4 credits)
Under the supervision of the site preceptor, the student will evaluate, diagnose, provide pre- and post-operative care, and assist with surgical procedures for patients who are undergoing surgery for cosmetic purposes or for restoration of function/ appearance in injured or damaged areas of the body. This course is an elective.
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PA 557 - Trauma Surgery (4 credits)
Under the supervision of the site preceptor, the student will observe and/or assist in the evaluation, treatment, pre- and post-operative, and surgical management of the patient who has suffered traumatic injuries. This course is an elective.
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PA 570 - Women’s Health I (4 credits)
The women’s health clinical rotation will provide the student with opportunities to see a variety of patients with gynecological or obstetrical complaints/concerns under the direction of the site preceptor. The student will, through methodical assessment, evaluate the gynecologic patient with emphasis upon preventative care, screening recommendations, and the responsibilities involved with the primary care of women. Additionally, the student will evaluate the pre-natal patient. The student may also have the opportunity to observe or participate in deliveries and post-natal care. Summer, Fall and Spring.
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PA 571 - Women’s Health II (4 credits)
The Women’s Health Clinical Rotation will provide the student with opportunities to see a variety of patients with gynecological or obstetrical complaints / concerns under the direction of the site preceptor. The student will become proficient in accurate assessment of the gynecologic patient, with emphasis upon preventative care, screening recommendations, and the responsibilities involved with the primary care of women. Additionally, the student will become proficient in the care of the pre-natal patient. The student may also have the opportunity to observe or participate in deliveries and post-natal care. This course is an elective.
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PA 580 - Correctional Medicine (4 credits)
Under the supervision of the site preceptor, the student will become proficient in handling the health care needs of patients who are incarcerated. This includes routine care of patients with chronic illnesses as well as urgent or emergent care of patients who suffer trauma or develop acute illnesses. This course is an elective.
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PA 581 - Industrial Medicine (4 credits)
Under the supervision of the site preceptor, the student will work in the occupational setting dealing with employees who are required to meet specific health care standards. He/she will also work with employees who are injured on the job or are returning to work after recovering from an injury. This course is an elective.
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PA 582 - Outpatient Medicine (4 credits)
Under the supervision of the site preceptor, the student will work in a variety of settings such as urgent care centers which provide urgent and emergent care for patients on a strictly outpatient basis. This course is an elective.
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PA 583 - Ophthalmology (4 credits)
Under the supervision of the site preceptor, the student will evaluate, diagnose, and treatment diseases of the eye. This course is an elective.
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PA 584 - Physical Medicine/Rehabilitation (4 credits)
Under the supervision of the site preceptor, the student will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients who have sustained injuries or medical illnesses that have affected the patient’s ability to function at the same level at which they functioned prior to the illness or injury. This course is an elective.
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PA 585 - Academic Medicine (4 credits)
Under the supervision of the P A Program faculty preceptor, the student will participate in all aspects of P A education including: lecturing, conducting critical thinking sessions, assisting in H&P and cadaver lab, developing simulation problems and questions, participating in faculty meetings and/or other faculty activities as appropriate. This course is an elective.
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PA 589 - Ethical Issues in Practice (2 credits)
The ethics course is designed to provide an opportunity for the student to develop a basic understanding of the principles and practices of medical ethics, identify the approaches between different ethical theories, describe the ethical principles involved in a given situation and develop a framework for ethical thinking in the clinical setting. Fall.
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PA 590 - Transition to Clinical Practice (4 credits)
This course is designed to provide a bridge experience for the student who is completing clinical rotations by addressing issues germane to everyday PA practice. Designed to transition the mindset of the student to that of a practitioner, the course content will provide practical information needed by the graduate PA. The experiences provided in this course will include lectures, demonstration and simulations. Spring.
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PHYS 101 - Physical Science (3 credits)
For non-science majors. Introduction to the physical sciences: physics, chemistry, astronomy, meteorology, geology, and physical geography. Fall, Spring.
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PHYS 102 - Descriptive Astronomy (3 credits)
For non-science majors. Introduction to solar, planetary, lunar, stellar, and galactic astronomy as well as to manned space exploration. Three lectures and one observational session (weather and celestial events permitting). As needed.
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PHYS 104 - An Introduction to Physics I (4 credits)
Mechanics, wave motion, sound, and fluids. Knowledge of algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and intuitive calculus is assumed. Three lecture-recitation hours and one laboratory. Prerequisite: , MATH 112 or MATH 121 . Fall.
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PHYS 105 - An Introduction to Physics II (4 credits)
A continuation of PHYS 104 . Heat, electricity, magnetism, optics, atomic and nuclear physics. Three lecture-recitation hours and one laboratory. Prerequisite: PHYS
104 . Spring.
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PHYS 121 - General Physics I (4 credits)
For chemistry, mathematics and engineering majors, as well as anyone planning to minor in physics. Mechanics, wave motion, sound, and fluids, covered in considerable depth through the use of calculus. Additionally, computers are used for the analysis of laboratory data. Three lecture-recitation hours and one laboratory. Prerequisite(s)/Co-requisite(s): MATH 121 Fall.
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PHYS 122 - General Physics II (4 credits)
A continuation of PHYS 121 . Heat, thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, optics, and atomic and nuclear physics. Three lecture-recitation hours and one laboratory. Prerequisite: PHYS 121 . Fall. Spring.
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PHYS 204 - Earth Science (3 credits)
Earth Science provides wide-ranging discussions of earth processes in geology, oceanography, meteorology and astronomy. Several lab/field work components are included. For non-science majors.
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PHYS 214 - Electronic Instrumentation (3 credits)
Basic laboratory electrical and electronic circuitry, instruments, and measurement techniques. Prerequisite: PHYS 105 or PHYS 122 . As needed.
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PHYS 215 - Introduction to Atomic and Nuclear Physics (3 credits)
An introductory treatment of the basic areas of modern physics for students of science and engineering. Relativity, quantum mechanics, atomic and nuclear structure. Prerequisite: PHYS 105 or PHYS 122 . As needed.
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PHYS 216 - Introduction to Astrophysics (3 credits)
An elementary treatment of the topics of classical and modern astrophysics. Quantitative approaches to this study are employed as required. Prerequisite: PHYS 105 or PHYS 122 . As needed.
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PHYS 308 - Forensic Physics (3 credits)
Forensic physics applies the theories and techniques of physics in the context of forensic science. Two lecture-recitation periods and one lab period. Prerequisites, CHEM 122 , PHYS 122 . Fall, even numbered years.
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PHYS 321 - Thermodynamics (cross listed as CHEM 321, Physical Chemistry I) (3 credits)
Thermodynamics, kinetics, theory of solutions, and an introduction to quantitative treatment of molecular structure. Three lecture-recitation periods. Prerequisites: PHYS 105 or PHYS 122 , MATH 122 , and either CHEM 222 or ENGR 201 . Fall.
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PHYS 321L - Thermodynamics laboratory (3 credits)
Thermodynamics, kinetics, theory of solutions, and an introduction to quantitative treatment of molecular structure. One four hour laboratory period. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 105 or PHYS 122 , MATH 122 , and either CHEM 222 or ENGR 201 . Corequisite(s): PHYS 321 . Fall.
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PHYS 322 - Dynamics and Quantum Mechanics (cross listed as CHEM 322, Physical Chemistry II) (4 credits)
Thermodynamics, kinetics, theory of solutions, and an introduction to quantitative treatment of molecular structure. Three lecture-recitation periods and one four-hour laboratory. Kinetics, enzyme catalysis, introduction to quantum mechanics, and quantitative treatment of atomic and molecular spectroscopy. Three lecture-recitation periods and one four-hour laboratory. Prerequisites: PHYS 105 or PHYS 122 , MATH 122 , and either CHEM 251 or ENGR 202 . PHYS 321 should be taken before PHYS 322 but exceptions may be granted with instructor’s permission. Spring, alternating years.
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PHYS 398 - Physics Internship (3-15 credits)
The integration of classroom theory with practical work experience under which students have specific periods of attendance at college and specific periods of employment, either full- part-time, with or without pay. Credit may vary from three to 15 credits, with up to four credits counted as one course towards the Physics minor, and the rest of the credits counted as free electives. Open to any major pursuing the Physics minor who also has completed PHYS 121 and PHYS 122 . Requires approval of the department chair and the dean. Fall, Spring, Summer.
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PHYS 399 - Physics Internship (3-15 credits)
The integration of classroom theory with practical work experience under which students have specific periods of attendance at college and specific periods of employment, either full- part-time, with or without pay. Credit may vary from three to 15 credits, with up to four credits counted as one course towards the Physics minor, and the rest of the credits counted as free electives. Open to any major pursuing the Physics minor who also has completed PHYS 121 and PHYS 122 . Requires approval of the department chair and the dean. Fall, Spring, Summer.
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PHYS 491 - Seminar: Special Topics (1-3 credits)
Topic of current interest covered. Open to qualified students with special areas of interest. Consult with department chair. As needed.
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PHYS 492 - Physics Seminar (same as Math 492) (1 credit)
Selection of an acceptable physics topic, research, and presentation of the research findings in written and oral form. Prerequisite: PHYS 105 or PHYS 122 . Fall.
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PHYS 501 - Independent Study in Physics (1-8 credits)
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PLSC 102 - American National Government (3 credits)
Operations and implications of the American political system. Emphasis on the Constitution, the Federalist Papers, Supreme Court decisions, and other primary source materials and documents. Congress, the presidency, bureaucracy, courts, interest groups, and individual citizens stressed. Current national issues critically analyzed. Formal structures and rules of the “game” are not neutral and such knowledge is necessary for effective participation by citizens. Fall, Spring, Summer.
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PLSC 103 - World Politics (3 credits)
An introduction to states in world politics, focusing on foreign policy, international conflict and cooperation; special attention paid to global issues, such as the global environment, economic globalization, the development gap between rich and poor countries, global public health issues, regional and ethnic conflicts, population and migration, international terrorism, and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. Fall, Spring.
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PLSC 111 - Contemporary Issues in Politics (3 credits)
Major contemporary issues at home and abroad. Issues selected for intrinsic interest and for relevance to contemporary political realities. As needed.
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PLSC 112 - The Road to the White House (3 credits)
Course focuses on the current presidential campaign but also deals with rules, structures, procedures, and strategies to help students understand future elections as well. The course covers four main areas: 1) the election arena (history, campaign finance, voting patterns, etc.); 2) the nomination stage (delegate selection, party conventions, etc.); 3) the presidential campaign (tactics, image building, advertising, etc.); and 4) the general election (the Electoral University, reforms, “mandates,” etc.). Seminar format. Debates and simulations used. Active participation in on-campus Mock National Convention required. Prerequisite: PLSC 102 or consent of instructor. Spring, even-numbered years.
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PLSC 201 - Political Roundtable (1 credit)
Systematic discussion of current topic(s). Participation in Model United Nations, Model Congress, or other simulations. Prerequisite: PLSC 102 or PLSC 103 . As needed.
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PLSC 202 - Introduction to Research Methods in Political Science (1 credit)
Course provides an introduction to research methods in political science using a series of self-paced, software-based tutorials. As needed.
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PLSC 211 - Democracy and Dictatorship: Comparative Politics in the Modern World (3 credits)
An analysis of the modern state, democratic and authoritarian regimes, and regime change, with special attention paid to the impact of globalization on the modern state; special focus on healthcare and social policies, environmental policies, cultural diversity and group rights; includes use of case studies from a variety of countries (Britain, France, Germany, Russia, India, Brazil, China, Japan, Mexico, the United States, Nigeria and others). Spring, even-numbered years.
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PLSC 221 - War and Peace: International Relations in the Modern World (3 credits)
An analysis of international politics, focusing on the interactions of states and non-state actors; includes the study of different theories of war and peace, international political economy and globalization, and international institutions, such as the United Nations. Fall, even-numbered years.
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PLSC 223 - U.S. Foreign Policy (3 credits)
An analysis of the formulation and implementation of American foreign policy, including historical patterns in U.S. foreign policy-making and theories of U.S. foreign policy; includes a special focus on contemporary issues in American foreign policy. Fall, odd-numbered years.
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PLSC 301 - Constitutional Law (3 credits)
The United States court system in general and the U.S. Supreme Court in particular. Specific court decisions showing changing interpretations of constitutional provisions dealing with powers of the government. Constitutional controversies involving separation of powers, federalism, checks and balances, judicial review, and the like. Court decisions, the Constitution, and other primary source materials used. Moot court simulation activities. Fall, even-numbered years.
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