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MUH 2930 - Music Humanities – Special Topics
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
A defined special topics course which is pursued under supervision of a faculty member and recorded through usual departmental procedures. Designed to permit a student to pursue non-scheduled academic and laboratory work which may be of a specialized nature and not available through the college schedule.
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MUM 1620 - Audio and Acoustic Fundamentals
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
Audio and Acoustic Fundamentals explores the basics of audio systems and equipment and the acoustical environment in which they are used. Emphasis is placed on equipment terminology, function and acoustical listening. The two basic fundamentals are summed together to begin laying the basic foundation required to operate audio and recording equipment.
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MUM 2300 - Introduction to the Music Industry
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
This course is an introduction to the history, principles, and practices of the music industry. Topics will include music publishing, copyright, distribution, industry organization, producing, and general business functions.
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MUM 2600 - Recording Techniques I
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
This course is designed as an introduction to basic audio engineering and studio practices. Listening exercises, phychoacoustics, microphone characteristics, and studio etiquette will be studied. In addition the student will study techniques and practices and procedures of multi-track recording, acoustical balancing, editing, and over dubbing in a variety of situations.
Prerequisite(s): MUM 1620 .
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MUM 2600L - Recording Lab
2 Credit Hours
(Fall, Summer, Spring)
This course is designed to provide students with “hands on” experience for the instructional material in MUM 1620 , MUM 2600 , MUM 2601 , and MUM 2604 . This lab course is required for each of the above listed courses, and may be taken (4) times for credit.
Prerequisite(s): student proficiency in Windows operating system currently in use in the Music Theory Lab.
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MUM 2601 - Recording Techniques II
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
This course explores advanced multi-track recording skills and audio production techniques, edits, use of outboard equipment and live multi-track recording.
Prerequisite(s): MUM 1620 , MUM 2600 .
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MUM 2604 - Multi-Track Mixdown (Post Production)
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
This course explores the application of signal processing equipment as it relates to multi-track master mixdowns. In addition, software and hardware application of mixdown is applied to post-production practices.
Prerequisite(s): MUM 1620 , MUM 2600 , MUM 2601 .
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MUN 1000 - Summer Ensemble Workshop
3 Credit Hours
(Summer)
An ensemble workshop open to any student who desires to improve vocal and physical presentation skills. A variety of musical physical styles will be studied and performed. Students participating in Summer Ensemble Workshop will be expected to participate in several scheduled performances.
Prerequisite(s): experience in high school or a desire to learn.
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MUN 1001 - Summer Ensemble Workshop II
3 Credit Hours
(Summer)
An ensemble workshop and performance to improve vocal and physical presentation skills. A variety of musical physical styles will be studied and performed. Students participating in Summer Ensemble Workshop II will be expected to participate in several scheduled performances.
Prerequisite(s): MUN 1000 .
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MUN 1002 - Summer Ensemble Workshop III
3 Credit Hours
(Summer)
An ensemble workshop open to any student who desires to improve vocal and physical presentation skills. A variety of musical physical styles will be studied. Students participating in Summer Ensemble Workshop will be expected to participate in several scheduled performances.
Prerequisite(s): MUN 1000 , MUN 1001 .
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MUN 1310 - NWFSC Chorus I
1 Credit Hour
(Offered as needed)
A music organization open through auditions to any student having experience in reading music. A variety of musical styles will be studied and performed. Students electing NWFSC Chorus will be expected to participate in scheduled performances. MUN 1310 may be taken four times for credit.
Prerequisite(s): experience in high school choruses or choirs.
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MUN 1340A - NWFSC Show Choir I
1 Credit Hour
(Fall, Spring)
A study of the fundamental techniques and principles of integrating dance, voice, music and acting into a performance show choir. Training in voice, jazz movement, character interpretation and personality presentation is covered. Membership is open to all part-time or full-time students on a credit or audit basis. All music majors and performance majors must participate. The show choir appears in public performances at frequent intervals throughout the year.
Prerequisite(s): audition, consent of department, music or performance minor.
This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
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MUN 1360 - Madrigal Singers I
1 Credit Hour
(Offered Fall, Spring)
Course teaching madrigal styles to include acappella, Renaissance madrigals (choral settings of love songs), as well as choral folk songs. May be repeated four times for credit.
Prerequisite(s): audition based on vocal quality, musicianship and sight reading ability.
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MUN 1390 - Symphonic Chorus I
1 Credit Hour
(Fall, Spring)
A music organization open through auditions to any student. The Symphonic Chorus will study and perform literature for the large sized chorus.
Prerequisite(s): audition or permission of instructor.
May be taken up to four times for credit.
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MUN 1421 - Flute Ensemble
1 Credit Hour
(Fall, Spring)
The study and performance of flute ensemble and flute choir music in a musical group. May be taken four times for credit.
Prerequisite(s): audition or instructor recommendation only.
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MUN 1710A - Rock and Jazz Ensembles I
1 Credit Hour
(Offered as needed)
Music performing organization open to any student who wants to develop his or her performance repertoire. Laboratory studies include techniques of performing music, literature, practices, styles and media applicable to designated organized ensemble.
Prerequisite(s): some experience in high school bands, etc.
This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
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MUN 1711 - Jazz Workshop
1 Credit Hour
(Offered as needed)
The study and performance of jazz music in the context of the small ensemble. This will be accomplished through the performance of both stock arrangements and student arrangements. Instrumentation: 5 wind, 4 rhythm, voice.
Prerequisite(s): strong music performance background with basic knowledge of the jazz idiom.
This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
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MUN 1720A - Rock and Jazz Ensembles II
1 Credit Hour
(Fall, Spring)
Music performing organization open to any student who wants to develop his/her performance repertoire. Laboratory studies include techniques of performing music, literature, practices, styles and media applicable to designated organized ensemble.
Prerequisite(s): some experience in high school bands, etc.
This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
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MUN 2211 - NWFSC Symphony Orchestra II
1 Credit Hour
(Fall, Spring)
A music organization providing an outlet and learning experience to study and perform standard orchestra literature, to improve individual instrumental skills, and to sharpen ensemble techniques. The Symphony occasionally performs with guest artists, choral groups and theater ensembles. This course may be taken four times for credit.
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MUN 2361 - Madrigal Singers II
1 Credit Hour
(Fall, Spring)
Madrigal Singers is an advanced choral ensemble composed of approximately 12 to 14 singers. May be taken four times for credit.
Prerequisite(s): MUN 1360 .
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MUN 2371 - NWFSC Show Choir II
1 Credit Hour
(Fall, Spring)
A study of the fundamental techniques and principles of integrating dance, voice, music and acting into a performance show choir. Training in voice, jazz movement, character interpretation and personality presentation is covered. Membership is open to all part-time or full-time students on a credit or audit basis. All music majors and performance majors must participate. The show choir appears in public performances at frequent intervals throughout the year.
Prerequisite(s): MUN 1340A , Show Choir I.
This course may be taken four times for credit.
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MUN 2392 - Symphonic Chorus II
1 Credit Hour
(Fall, Spring)
A music organization open through auditions to any student. The Symphony Chorus will study and perform literature for the large sized chorus.
Prerequisite(s): MUN 1390 .
This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
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MUS 1905A - Independent Study – Music
1 Credit Hour
(Offered as needed)
A defined independent study which is pursued under supervision of a faculty directing teacher and recorded through departmental procedures. Designed to permit a student to pursue non-scheduled academic and laboratory work which may be of a specialized or advanced nature and not available through classes or courses available on a college schedule. Departmental approval required. Placement test is required. The course includes Writing-Across-The-Curriculum. If used to meet Gordon Rule requirements for general education, a minimum grade of “C” is also required.
Prerequisite(s): Approval from department chair, a passing score on the standardized placement test measuring communication/verbal/reading achievement or successful completion of ENC 0025 and REA 0017 .
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MUS 2930 - Music – Special Topics
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
A defined special topics course which is pursued under supervision of a faculty member and recorded through usual departmental procedures. Designed to permit a student to pursue non-scheduled academic and laboratory work which may be of a specialized nature and not available through the college schedule.
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MUT 1001 - Fundamentals of Music
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
A pre-theory course for the music major, non-music major, or for the elementary education major.
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MUT 1121 - Music Theory I - Ear Training and Sight Singing
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
A study of the fundamentals of basic musicianship, music notation, understanding of simple rhythms, key situations, intervals, ear training, dictation, sight singing, major and minor scales, intervals, triads, chords, polyphonic composition and elementary keyboard work.
Prerequisite(s): MUT 1001 or instructor permission.
▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
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MUT 1122 - Music Theory II - Ear Training and Sight Singing
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
A continuation of MUT 1121 . Basic musicianship, writing and reading of music, ear training, dictation, sight singing will be studied, as well as major and minor scales, intervals, triads, seventh chords, inversions, cadences, periods and progressions in all keys. Two, three and four part chords and polyphonic composition.
Prerequisite(s): MUT 1121 .
▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
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MUT 1641 - Jazz Improvisation I
2 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
A course designed to introduce the student to the concepts of Jazz Improvisation. Through active participation the student will develop the basic skills necessary to become a competent jazz soloist. This course may be taken two times for credit.
Prerequisite(s): MUT 1121 .
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MUT 2126 - Music Theory III – Ear Training and Sight Singing
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
A continuation of MUT 1121 and MUT 1122 . The harmonization and modulation of melodies through the use of nondominant harmony and the study of sequence writing. Incorporates keyboard harmony plus sight reading of chromatic melodies, large intervals, and advanced rhythms.
Prerequisite(s): MUT 1122 .
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MUT 2127 - Music Theory IV – Ear Training and Sight Singing
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
The continued study of harmonization of melodies, sequence writing, sight reading, intervals, advanced rhythms and structures.
Prerequisite(s): MUT 2126 .
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MUT 2351 - Introduction to Jazz Theory/Arranging
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
A lecture-demonstration-workshop, approach to jazz/ pop arranging open to any student who wants to begin or understand composing/arranging. Studies include jazz/pop harmonies, arranging fundamentals and techniques, and the use of jazz/pop instrumentation. Workshop practices include assigned arrangements with the arrangements played by the jazz ensemble, and other audio demonstrations.
Prerequisite(s): MUT 1122 .
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MUT 2642 - Jazz Improvisation II
2 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
A continuation of MUT 1641 Jazz Improvisation I. This course is designed to further develop the skills needed to become a competent soloist in the jazz idiom. This course may be taken two times for credit.
Prerequisite(s): MUT 1641 .
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MVB 1201 - Applied Music Secondary – Brass I
1 Credit Hour
(Offered as needed)
Private instruction: one half-hour private lesson per week. Minimum one hour daily practice. For nonmusic majors and music majors. Course may be taken four times for credit.
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MVB 2202 - Applied Music Secondary – Brass II
1 Credit Hour
(Offered as needed)
Private instruction: one half-hour private lesson per week. Minimum one hour daily practice. For nonmusic majors and music majors. Course may be taken four times for credit.
Prerequisite(s): MVB 1201.
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MVK 1211 - Applied Music – Piano I
1 Credit Hour
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
Private instruction in piano, as secondary instrument, consisting of one half-hour lesson per week. Minimum of one hour daily practice is required. Course may be taken four times for credit.
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MVK 2221 - Applied Music – Piano II
1 Credit Hour
(Offered as needed)
Private instruction in piano, as a secondary instrument, consisting of one half-hour lesson per week. Minimum of one hour daily practice is required. Course may be taken four times for credit.
Prerequisite(s): MVK 1211.
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MVP 1201 - Applied Music Secondary – Percussion I
1 Credit Hour
(Offered as needed)
Private instruction in percussion instruments to develop the student’s performance ability in an applied area. One half-hour private lesson per week. Minimum of one hour daily practice is required. Course may be taken four times for credit.
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MVP 2202 - Applied Music Secondary – Percussion II
1 Credit Hour
(Offered as needed)
Private instruction in percussion instruments to develop the student’s performance ability in an applied area. One half-hour private lesson per week. Minimum of one hour daily practice. Course may be repeated four times for credit.
Prerequisite(s): MVP 1201 .
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MVS 1016 - Applied Strings – Guitar I
1 Credit Hour
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
Private instruction on guitar. Designed to equip the student for continuing study leading progressively to greater proficiency. May be taken four times for credit.
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MVS 1017 - Applied Strings – Bass Guitar I
1 Credit Hour
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
Private instruction in guitar. Designed to equip the student for continuing study leading progressively to greater proficiency. May be taken four times for credit.
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MVS 1111 - Class Guitar
1 Credit Hour
(Fall)
The study of basic techniques for the beginning and continuing student.
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MVS 1201 - Applied Music Secondary – Strings I
1 Credit Hour
(Offered as needed)
Private instruction: one half-hour private lesson per week. Minimum one hour daily practice. For non-music majors and music majors. Course may be taken four times for credit.
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MVS 2026 - Applied Strings – Guitar II
1 Credit Hour
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
Private instruction in guitar. Designed to equip the student for continuing study leading progressively to greater proficiency. May be taken four times for credit.
Prerequisite(s): MVS 1016 .
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MVS 2027 - Applied Strings – Bass Guitar II
1 Credit Hour
(Offered as needed)
Private instruction in guitar. Designed to equip the student for continuing study leading progressively to greater proficiency. May be taken four times for credit.
Prerequisite(s): MVS 1017 .
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MVS 2202 - Applied Music Secondary – Strings II
1 Credit Hour
(Offered as needed)
Private instruction: one half-hour private lesson per week. Minimum one hour daily practice. For non-music majors and music majors. Course may be taken four times for credit.
Prerequisite(s): MVS 1201 .
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MVV 1211 - Applied Music – Voice I
1 Credit Hour
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
Private instruction in voice, as a secondary instrument, consisting of one half-hour session per week, with a minimum of one hour daily practice. Course may be taken four times for credit.
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MVV 2221 - Applied Music – Voice II
1 Credit Hour
(Offered as needed)
Private instruction in voice, as a secondary instrument, consisting of one half-hour lesson per week, with a minimum of one hour daily practice. Course may be taken four times for credit.
Prerequisite(s): MVV 1211 .
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MVW 1201 - Applied Music Secondary – Woodwinds I
1 Credit Hour
(Offered as needed)
Private instruction: one half-hour private lesson per week. Minimum one hour daily practice. For non-music majors and music majors. Course may be taken four times for credit.
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MVW 2202 - Applied Music Secondary – Woodwinds II
1 Credit Hour
(Offered as needed)
Private instruction: one half-hour private lesson per week. Minimum one hour daily practice. For non-music majors and music majors. Course may be taken four times for credit.
Prerequisite(s): MVW 1201 .
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NSP 1721L - Strategies for Nursing Success
1 Credit Hour
(Offered as needed)
The purpose of this course is to provide nursing students with strategies to become more competent learners and test-takers. Topics will include critical thinking and problem-solving skills, nursing process, application of anatomy and physiology, test-taking strategies and techniques, study techniques, time management and support resources. Through content lecture review labs, test-taking skills practice and web-based instructional tools, students will gain additional assistance in preparation for the transition into Associate Degree Nursing courses.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the Nursing Program, permission of the program director.
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NSP 2049L - Nursing Practice Readiness
1 Credit Hour
(Fall, Spring)
This elective laboratory course assists the nursing student to prepare for the RN licensure examination (NCLEX-RN). Web-based instructional methodologies allow the student to complete the course within a self-paced time frame. Students practice test taking skills, self-evaluation and other strategies to gain confidence in sitting for the NCLEX-RN.
Prerequisite(s): NUR 2241C or permission from Nursing Program Director.
Special Nursing Program policies may apply to this course.
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NSP 3640 - Nursing Care of Military and Veteran Populations
3 Credit Hours
(Spring)
This course is designed to identify the unique healthcare needs of military and veteran populations in the United States in order to prepare students and practicing nurses to develop competence in designing nursing interventions within civilian and government agencies in which military members and veterans seek healthcare. In accordance with the ANA’s pledge (2012) to raise awareness of the unique conditions and needs of military veterans and their families, this course supports the Joining Forces initiative to further nursing training to include specialized topics such as traumatic brain injury, posttraumatic stress disorder, trauma rehabilitation, and understanding the military and veteran’s healthcare delivery system.
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NSP 4275 - Introduction to Critical Care Nursing
3 Credit Hours
(Summer)
This course examines the needs of the critically ill client. As part of the human experience, the integrity of the individual and family may be disrupted by a critical illness. During such time, the critical care nurse assists the individual and family to restore life processes to a state of dynamic equilibrium. This course emphasizes the involvement through use of scientific rationale and application of the nursing process in providing care to the individual client and family. Critical care concepts and skills for promoting client and family well-being are stressed.
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NSP 4625C - Transcultural Nursing Immersion Course
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
This course unfolds in two phases: a comprehensive Orientation and Education Phase (I) and a Population Service Phase (II). The two stages are designed to be synergistic in nature. Phase I helps students to develop a deeper appreciation for an underserved region of the world. Phase I will set the stage for the immersion and learning that will take place during Phase II when students will provide basic healthcare and health education to an instructor chosen underserved population in the world. Air and ground travel are required. Current/valid Florida Registered Nursing License, good health, and a clear Background Check/Drug Screen are required. An International Passport may be required. Expenses associated with the course are the responsibility of the student.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be a Registered Nurse and have a clear background check/drug screen.
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NSP 4869 - The Professional Nurse Manager and Leader
3 Credit Hours
(Spring)
This course outlines the roles and functions of nurses in executive practice using the competencies identified by the American Organization of Nurse Executives (AONE). Successful nurse leaders and managers exercise complex leadership responsibilities that directly affect the quality of patient and family care in today’s multifaceted healthcare management systems. This course will address competencies in communication, knowledge of the healthcare environment, business skills and principles, and professionalism. The course content also provides a review of the material covered in the Certified Nurse Manager and Leader examination conducted by the American Organization of Nurse Executives Credentialing Center that is available to BSN prepared Registered Nurses.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be a Registered Nurse to take this course.
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NUR 1021C - Nursing Process I
6 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
This course introduces concepts and principles of holistic nursing care. Students will build on knowledge obtained in the biophysical and psycho-social sciences in this first of four required clinical nursing courses in the nursing curriculum. Theory content includes an introduction to healthcare systems ethical-legal aspects of nursing practice, health and illness, communications, functional health patterns of clients, stress-adaptation, professional behaviors, and all steps of the nursing process with emphasis on assessment of older adult clients. Students begin socialization into the role of the Associate Degree Nurse as a member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the Nursing Program or permission of the program director, BSC 1085C , BSC 1086C , DEP 2004
Corequisite(s): NUR 1021L .
Special Nursing Program policies may apply to this course.
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NUR 1021L - Nursing Process I Clinical Experience
4 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
This course introduces students to the role of the Associate Degree Nurse in providing direct, holistic nursing care to young, middle-aged and older adults who are hospitalized or in community settings. Students are introduced to all steps of the nursing process with a focus on assessment skills. Students will identify self-learning needs and set their own goals for improvement. Critical thinking and working effectively with peers and other healthcare professionals as a team member is expected. The demonstration of caring behaviors and therapeutic communication as a provider of bedside, technical nursing care is emphasized. Students must demonstrate safe performance of basic nursing skills, including but not limited to medication administration, physical assessment, and comfort care.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the Nursing Program, BSC 1085C , BSC 1086C , DEP 2004
Corequisite(s): NUR 1021C .
Special Nursing Program policies may apply to this course.
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NUR 1141 - Pharmacologic Principles in Nursing I
1 Credit Hour
(Fall, Spring)
This course introduces students to concepts and principles of pharmacology related to safe administration of therapeutic agents within the nursing process framework. Students begin to learn major drug classifications and selected exemplars along with principles of safe, effective administration of drugs. Students will learn dosage calculations, factors that affect the absorption, excretion, distribution, and metabolism of drugs, as well as drug actions, adverse effects, and interactions.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the Nursing (RN) Program BSC 1085C , BSC 1086C , DEP 2004 .
Special Nursing Program policies may apply to this course.
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NUR 1142 - Pharmacologic Principles in Nursing II
1 Credit Hour
(Fall, Spring)
This course continues to address concepts and principles of pharmacology related to safe administration of therapeutic agents within the nursing process framework. Students continue to learn major drug classifications and selected exemplars along with principles of safe, effective administration of drugs, including more complex dosage calculation skills.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the Nursing Program.
Special Nursing Program policies may apply to this course.
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NUR 1231C - Nursing Process II
5 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
Application of the nursing process continues with emphasis on the planning and implementation of nursing care for clients experiencing threats to functional health patterns, including women and infants within a significant support system. Basic concepts and principles of holistic nursing are built upon with interpersonal relationships focusing on the new parent, grandparents and older adult clients. Practice issues focus on legal-ethical cases related to maternal-child and family care. Development of professional behaviors, such as developing therapeutic relationships continues with students working clients through life interactions. Students further develop critical thinking skills through case studies and simulation scenarios designed to provide students with problem solving skills in analyzing, planning and prioritizing care for clients whose health problems are more acute or chronic; the client with psycho-emotional dysfunctions, dysfunctional support systems situations, grief, and loss. Students learn basic management skills as a team member caring for a limited number of clients in hospitals with emphasis on coordination of nursing care and discharge planning. Conflict management skills are highlighted as the student increases role as client advocate.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the Nursing Program or permission of the program director
Corequisite(s): NUR 1750L .
Special Nursing Program policies may apply to this course.
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NUR 1750L - Nursing Process II - Clinical Experience
4 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
This course builds on competencies presented in Nursing Process I regarding the role of the Associate Degree Nurse in providing direct, holistic nursing care for adult clients during the childbearing process and/or experiencing dysfunctional health patterns. Clinical experiences in hospitals, clinics, and community settings provide students with opportunities to apply the nursing process in care of clients, including the older adult and newborns. Students continue to develop management skills through conflict management and other professional behaviors. Students demonstrate safe performance of all basic and more complex nursing skills.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the Nursing Program
Corequisite(s): NUR 1231C .
Special Nursing Program policies may apply to this course.
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NUR 1940L - Nursing Clinical Externship
3 Credit Hours
(Summer)
This elective course is designed to offer students the opportunity to gain additional clinical skills practice during the summer semester. Working with a preceptor and the nursing faculty in area hospitals, clinics, or community settings , the student will be able to perform all skills learned in successfully completed nursing courses.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the Nursing Program; NUR 1021L , NUR 1750L or NUR 2233L .
Special Nursing Program policies may apply to this course.
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NUR 2233C - Nursing Process III
6 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
Students will continue to use the nursing process and critical thinking skills in caring for adults and children experiencing threats to functional health patterns, including those whose normal lines of defense have been invaded by stressors to the degree that hospitalization is necessary. Nursing practice issues continue to focus on ethical-legal issues related to acute and/or chronic illness and disability. Management skills include delegation and career development.
Prerequisite(s): NUR 1231C , NUR 1142
Corequisite(s): NUR 2233L .
Special Nursing Program policies may apply to this course.
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NUR 2233L - Nursing Process III – Clinical Experience
4 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
Students will continue to apply knowledge and skills learned in previous nursing courses in providing nursing care for hospitalized adults and children whose health problems are more complex and/or chronic. Clinical sites may include hospitals, clinics, schools, and other community settings. Students adapt therapeutic skills to meet the needs of clients experiencing psycho-emotional dysfunctions to the extent that they may be hospitalized. Students apply conflict resolution skills as needed to meet client and/or peer learning goals; they also begin to practice delegation skills with their peers. Students must maintain all previously learned nursing skills and must perform safely all advanced nursing skills in in order to successfully complete this course.
Prerequisite(s): NUR 1750L , NUR 1142
Corequisite(s): NUR 2233C .
Special Nursing Program policies may apply to this course.
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NUR 2241C - Nursing Process IV
5 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
Students integrate knowledge and principles of the biophysical and psychosocial sciences to solve life-threatening problems that affect a limited number of critically ill clients in a variety of clinical settings. Students differentiate holistic nursing care therapies in primary, secondary and tertiary care settings. Students become proficient in applying all steps in the nursing process with emphasis on evaluating nursing care outcomes. Students apply critical thinking skills in exploring case-based practice situations and work together in simulation seminars to select effective client care improvement processes. Self-evaluation is part of the socialization process to prepare students for the work world as competent, caring staff nurses. Nursing practice issues include licensure standards and continued professional development.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Director of Nursing, NUR 2233C and MCB 2010C
Corequisite(s): NUR 2241L
Special Nursing Program policies may apply to this course.
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NUR 2241L - Nursing Process IV – Clinical Experience
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
Students apply knowledge and principles of the biophysical and psychosocial sciences to assess, plan, implement and evaluate holistic nursing care of critically ill adults in hospitals, ambulatory care settings, and the home. Students will expand on management of care skills in preparation for their four-week clinical practicum prior to graduation from the program. Students will also shadow a home health/hospice nurse in observing treatment and palliative care of adults and children. Other clinical activities will include experiences in the emergency department and critical care units. Students must demonstrate competency in all behaviors required for an Associate Degree Nursing graduate.
Prerequisite(s): NUR 2233L
Corequisite(s): NUR 2241C .
Special Nursing Program policies may apply to this course.
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NUR 2811L - Nursing Practicum
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
This course provides a time during the last four weeks of the nursing program in which students begin to transition from the student role into the graduate role as Associate Degree Nurses. Students work with an experienced Registered Nurse preceptor to provide holistic nursing care for a limited number of clients with potentially life threatening health problems. Clinical experiences may take place in a variety of clinical settings and work schedules. Students develop team-leading skills in the clinical setting, delegating and evaluating aspects of care to other health team members. Focus is on demonstration of all professional behaviors and competencies expected of the Associate Degree Registered Nurse graduate at entry level.
Prerequisite(s): NUR 2241L .
Special Nursing Program policies may apply to this course.
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NUR 2931 - Special Topics in Associate Degree Nursing
1 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
Students work individually to enhance nursing knowledge and skills applicable to selected topics in Associate Degree Nursing. AD nursing competencies provide the framework for learning prescriptions which include critical thinking and problem-solving. Seminars, journals, CAI, written assignments and student – instructor conferences guide students in meeting course objectives. Flexible schedule.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the program; permission of program director.
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NUR 2932 - Special Topics in Associate Degree Nursing
2 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
Students work individually to enhance nursing knowledge and skills applicable to selected topics in Associate Degree Nursing. AD nursing competencies provide the framework for learning prescriptions which include critical thinking and problem-solving. Seminars, journals, CAI, written assignments and student – instructor conferences guide students in meeting course objectives. Flexible schedule.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the program; permission of program director.
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NUR 2933 - Special Topics in Associate Degree Nursing
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
Students work individually to enhance nursing knowledge and skills applicable to selected topics in Associate Degree Nursing. AD nursing competencies provide the framework for learning prescriptions which include critical thinking and problem-solving. Seminars, journals, CAI, written assignments and student – instructor conferences guide students in meeting course objectives. Flexible schedule.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the program; permission of program director.
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NUR 2934 - Special Topics in Associate Degree Nursing
4 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
Students work individually to enhance nursing knowledge and skills applicable to selected topics in Associate Degree Nursing. AD nursing competencies provide the framework for learning prescriptions which include critical thinking and problem-solving. Seminars, journals, CAI, written assignments and student – instructor conferences guide students in meeting course objectives. Flexible schedule.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the program; permission of program director.
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NUR 2935 - Special Topics in Associate Degree Nursing
5 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
Students work individually to enhance nursing knowledge and skills applicable to selected topics in Associate Degree Nursing. AD nursing competencies provide the framework for learning prescriptions which include critical thinking and problem-solving. Seminars, journals, CAI, written assignments and student – instructor conferences guide students in meeting course objectives. Flexible schedule.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the program; permission of program director.
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NUR 3067C - Health Assessment
3 Credit Hours
(Fall and Summer)
This course is designed to develop the student’s knowledge for obtaining and recording a systematic, comprehensive health history, psychosocial assessment, and physical examination of the adult. The course involves the synthesis of nursing, biologic, psychologic, and sociocultural knowledge and theories as they apply to the findings obtained in the comprehensive health assessment of clients of various ages. During the fieldwork experience, emphasis will be placed on collection of a database through physical assessment, history taking and interviewing.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the RN to BSN program.
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NUR 3071 - Writing for Success in Nursing
1 Credit Hour
(Fall and Spring)
This course Is designed to develop the student’s knowledge for writing at the upper division nursing level. The course includes information regarding use of APA format and scholarly writing resources.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be a Registered Nurse to take this course.
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NUR 3080 - Dimensions of Baccalaureate Nursing Practice
3 Credit Hours
(Fall)
This course will provide Registered Nurses, who are returning to school to earn a Baccalaureate degree, an opportunity to advance professional practice concepts. As designed, the course engages the student intellectually in an ongoing professional dialogue and journey with peers, colleagues, and instructors that serves to broaden the student’s professional development and builds on preexisting knowledge and experiences. The course curriculum is written for adult learners with the characteristics of self-direction, prior experience, applicability to practice, and motivation to meet the challenge to expand their knowledge base and to utilize advanced critical thinking skills.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be a Registered Nurse to take this course.
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NUR 3678 - Nursing Care of Vulnerable Populations
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
Caring for the vulnerable members of society is a function nurses perform without regard for their own ambitions, personal safety, and financial security. This course is designed to pull together material from different cultures and at risk groups of individuals considered vulnerable populations. Key concepts will be discussed that will provide a basic structure for caring for the vulnerable, the relevance of nursing theories to vulnerable populations, nursing research showing the kinds of phenomena nurses study, and many ideas about learning to work with and advocate for vulnerable individuals.
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NUR 3767 - Nursing Care of Complex Clients
3 Credit Hours
(Spring)
This course assists the RN to BSN student in the assimilation of pathophysiology, assessment, and pharmacological nursing concepts with variety complex client issues. This course provides expanded concepts related to nursing care for individuals experiencing complex alterations in health problems as they progress through a variety of healthcare delivery systems and environments.
Prerequisite(s): NUR 3067C , NUR 3080 .
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NUR 3826 - Nursing Ethics
3 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
This course provides an in-depth exploration of ethical principles and moral reasoning as the foundation of nursing practice. The ANA Code of Ethics will be used as a framework for examining current issues in healthcare delivery across the age span from reproductive issues to end-of-life care.
Prerequisite(s): Students must be RNs or enrolled in a nursing program.
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NUR 3837 - Health Care Issues
2 Credit Hours
(Spring)
This course provides a forum for the exploration and evaluation of concerns germane to contemporary nursing. The focus of this course is on the nursing profession and current major issues and problems that concern it. Social forces influencing changes in the nursing profession are analyzed in terms of historical antecedents and their current manifestations. Recently passed, and pending legislature at both the national and state levels is emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): Current RN Licensure.
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NUR 3905C - Independent Study - Clinical: RN to BSN
1 Credit Hour
(Offered as needed)
A defined independent study which is pursued under direct supervision of a faculty member and recorded through departmental procedures. Designed to provide an in depth exploration, development, and sharpening of clinical competencies in the Bachelor’s level nursing clinical areas. Activities include targeted readings and research, as well as a final project or portfolio. Departmental approval is required.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Instructor/Department.
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NUR 3955 - Portfolio I
1 Credit Hour
(Fall)
This course will provide RN to BSN students an opportunity to develop an electronic professional portfolio to express one’s professional nursing expertise and proficiency.
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NUR 4125 - Clinical Pathophysiology
3 Credit Hours
(Fall)
This course examines the underlying pathogenesis, evolution, clinical manifestations, and complications of common disease processes across the life span. Normal and abnormal cellular alterations as well as specific body system alterations are covered in depth. Evidenced-based therapeutic clinical treatment modalities and pharmacological interventions are examined in an effort to provide the participants with a comprehensive clinical overview of disease alterations and clinical treatment.
Prerequisite(s): upper division status.
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NUR 4165 - Evidence-Based Practice: Incorporating Nursing Research
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
This course is designed to provide the RN to BSN student with an introduction to the research process and evidence based practice. The purpose of the course is to stimulate interest in nursing research; to enable students to understand and judge the usefulness of scientific findings; and to develop an understanding of how clinical proficiency is combined with experimental proof to produce nursing practices based upon evidence. An on-line teaching method is used with optional workshops available to students.
Prerequisite(s): STA 2023 .
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NUR 4615C - Family and Community Health
5 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
The Family and Community Health Nursing course is designed to facilitate the conceptualizing of family, population groups, and community as units of care from diverse cultures, ethnic, and social backgrounds. The student is provided a fieldwork opportunity to assess the health needs of selected families and groups in the community setting with selected health promotion, risk reduction, and disease prevention. The nursing process is used to examine multiple influences impacting life-course experiences of families and communities to enhance functioning.
Prerequisite(s): NUR 3067C , NUR 3080 , admission to the RN to BSN program.
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NUR 4827C - Nursing Leadership and Management
5 Credit Hours
(Spring, Summer)
This course provides students with an evidence-based study of leadership, collaboration, and coordination in healthcare settings. Students develop an evidence based paper to deal with key leadership and management issues related to professional goals. Nursing leadership and management fieldwork focuses on the roles and functions of the professional nurse in these roles. Issues associated with healthcare delivery are explored. Fieldwork provides an opportunity to plan, implement and evaluate a change in the practice of nursing.
Prerequisite(s): NUR 3080 ,NUR 4165 , NUR 3067C , NUR 4615C .
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NUR 4956 - Portfolio II
1 Credit Hour
(Spring, Summer)
This course will provide students an opportunity to complete and evaluate their electronic professional portfolio to express their professional nursing expertise and proficiency.
Prerequisite(s): NUR 3955 , NUR 3080 ; Pre or Corequisite: NUR 4827C .
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HUN 2201 - Nutrition
3 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
The role of nutrients in maintenance of physiological well-being. Application of nutrition principles to the individual and family as well as to some selected problems.
▲Technology-Across-the-Curriculum Course.
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OCE 1001C - Oceanography and Marine Biology
4 Credit Hours
(Fall, Spring)
A survey of the physics, chemistry, geology and biology of the oceans. Interrelationships between the atmosphere and oceans, methods of measurement and research, processes of coastal change and marine conservation. May be used to satisfy A.A. requirements in physical science for career goals other than the sciences, engineering, and pre-professional healthcare.
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OCE 1013C - Aquatic Environmental Science
4 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
This course will investigate living and non-living components of aquatic ecosystems. Students will learn how aquatic ecosystems function naturally as well as how human activity can alter these ecosystems. The course is built around field trip(s) and lab work during which students will obtain water quality data from a local aquatic environment. Through field trip(s) and lab work, students will gain appreciation for the local relevance of course material. For both majors and non-majors, a key outcome of such experiences will be gaining experience in using inquiry and reasoning through the scientific method and becoming comfortable with data, technology, and instrumentation. Problem-solving, interpretation of data, and class discussions will be key.
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EMS 1119C - Emergency Medical Technician
6 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
Emergency Medical Technician is designed to prepare the student with the necessary fundamental knowledge to be successful in meeting Emergency Medical Technician certification and licensing requirements. Students will learn how to assess, treat and transport the sick and injured at the level of the Emergency Medical Technician-Basic. There is emphasis on assessment based learning and complies with National DOT EMT Basic curriculum.
Prerequisite(s): permission of the EMS Director and AHA CPR for the Healthcare Provider
Corequisite(s): EMS 1401L .
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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EMS 1335 - Emergency Vehicle Operators Course
1 Credit Hour
(Offered as needed)
Students receive basic education and information on the safe and effective operation of emergency vehicles.
Prerequisite(s): permission of the EMS Program Director.
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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EMS 1337 - Defensive Tactics
1 Credit Hour
(Offered as needed)
Designed to provide EMS personnel with fundamental knowledge of the recognition of aggressive/violent behavior, and use of appropriate verbal and physical skills to control aggressive behavior in the course of providing emergency care.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the Paramedic program or permission of instructor.
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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EMS 1401L - EMT Lab
4 Credit Hours
(Offered as needed)
An integrated experience that is designed to allow the student to apply practical experience to material learned in Emergency Medical Technician. Students will learn how to assess, treat and transport the sick and injured at the level of the Emergency Medical Technician-Basic in the laboratory environment, area hospitals and advanced life support EMS ambulances. There is emphasis on assessment based learning and complies with National DOT EMT-Basic curriculum.
Prerequisite(s): permission of the EMS Director and AHA CPR for the Healthcare Provider
Corequisite(s): EMS 1119C .
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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EMS 2231C - Paramedic Processes I
5 Credit Hours
(Fall)
First course in the sequence necessary for Paramedic program completion. Designed to integrate concepts and clinical skills learned at the EMT level with advanced life support concepts and skills. Emphasis on patient assessment, pulmonary anatomy and physiology, advanced airway management, pathophysiology and clinical management of shock, medical emergencies and traumatic injuries. Course is consistent with most current Department of Transportation (DOT) curriculum.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the Paramedic program.
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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EMS 2232C - Paramedic Processes II
5 Credit Hours
(Spring)
Second course in the sequence necessary for Paramedic program completion. Integrates and reinforces concepts and clinical skills learned in Paramedic Processes I, with emphasis on pharmacology, cardiology and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) skills. Other topics include assessment and management of OB/GYN emergencies, psychiatric emergencies, pediatric emergencies, musculoskeletal injuries and mass casualty situations. Consistent with the most current DOT curriculum.
Corequisite(s): EMS 2436L .
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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EMS 2233 - Paramedic Processes III
2 Credit Hours
(Spring)
The final course necessary for Paramedic program completion. Designed to prepare the student for both Florida State Board and National Registry examinations. Emphasizes the integration of paramedic knowledge, attitudes and behaviors. Course consistent with the most current DOT curriculum.
Corequisite(s): EMS 2425L .
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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EMS 2342 - Advanced Extrication
1 Credit Hour
(Offered as needed)
Focus is on advanced principles of gaining access to and disentanglement of victims of vehicular crashes. Emphasis is placed on victim and rescuer safety. Actual use of available rescue tools is included. Packaging of patients to protect against possible spinal injury is demonstrated and assessed. The course takes place with a mock scene and “junk” cars are used for experience with rescue tools.
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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EMS 2425L - Paramedic Externship
4 Credit Hours
(Spring)
The final clinical internship consisting of ten (10), 24-hour shifts at Okaloosa County EMS, Walton County EMS, South Walton Fire Rescue or an alternate service. The paramedic student functions in the charge medic role during the experience. Each student is assigned to a designated Senior Paramedic Preceptor for the entire clinical schedule.
Corequisite(s): EMS 2233 .
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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EMS 2435L - Paramedic Lab I
5 Credit Hours
(Fall)
The clinical and skills laboratory companion course to EMS 2231C. Designed to provide instruction in advanced paramedic skills and the opportunity to apply these skills in the clinical setting. By state rule, the instructor-to-students ration will not exceed six students to one instructor.
Prerequisite(s): admission to the Paramedic program
Corequisite(s): EMS 2231C .
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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EMS 2436L - Paramedic Lab II
5 Credit Hours
(Spring)
This course is the clinical companion course to EMS 2232C, Paramedic Processes II. It is designed to provide instruction in the advanced paramedic skills and the opportunity to apply them in the clinical setting. By state rule, the instructor-to-student ratio will not exceed six students to one instructor.
Prerequisite(s):
Corequisite(s): EMS 2232C .
* This college credit course is not intended for transfer and may not be applied toward the A.A. degree.
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