2011-2012 Catalog 
    
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2011-2012 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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  • HSCI 1350 - Fad Diets

    1 Credits (Minimum) 1 Credits (Maximum)

    This course examines popular diets, including their effectiveness and safety. Criteria are also established for evaluating weight loss diets.
  
  • HSCI 2000 - Professional Practice Foundations

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Provides the foundation for the evolving professional practice in health care sciences. Introduces elements of professionalism, including therapeutic communication, critical thinking and problem solving. Includes an understanding of medical terminology, language usage, and writing format in keeping with professional standards.
  
  • HSCI 2010 - Intro to Sports Health and Wellness Promotion

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Foundations of the fields related to sports, health, and wellness promotion. Includes history and philosophy, careers, professional organizations, certifications, sub-disciplines and professional issues.
  
  • HSCI 2030 - Introduction to Forensic Science

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A first exposure to the field of forensic science for undergraduate students. Landmark forensic science cases will be presented to integrate scientific/legal aspects of forensic science.
  
  • HSCI 2050 - Pharmacology

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Provides foundation for understanding pharmacodynamics and drug administration. Therapeutic interventions are emphasized, including patient teaching, safety considerations and legal and ethical issues.
  
  • HSCI 2060 - Health Science Statistics

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Introduction to statistical methods utilized for analysis of health sciences data. Includes descriptive statistics such as frequency distribution, measures of central tendency and variability. Inferential statistics such as correlation, T-test and analysis of variance are studied.
  
  • HSCI 2070 - Nutrition for Health Professionals

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An introductory course for health sciences students which focuses on biological and environmental influences on nutritional needs and status. The role of nutrients in energy metabolism and physiology, and the teaching role of the health professional will be emphasized, as well as personal dietary assessment. Meets with BIOL 2050.
  
  • HSCI 2100 - Patient Assessment

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Focuses on the empirical knowledge necessary to provide initial, focused, detailed and ongoing assessments. Evaluation of the accident scene and mechanism of injury focus on the development of general impression and plan of treatment. Ethical implications of assessment findings are explored.
  
  • HSCI 2130 - Advanced Pilates Circuit

    2 Credits (Minimum) 2 Credits (Maximum)

    Circuit training with advanced pilates mat exercise as well as pilates chair exercises. Major focus is on activity each class.
  
  • HSCI 2350 - Sport Science for Sport Administrators

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Integration of exercise training and testing into business practices of sports organizations. Interdisciplinary lecture/lab format introduces and emphasizes roles and impact of human anatomy, exercise physiology, biomechanics, growth and development, nutrition, training prinicples, and drug testing in the development and management of sport. Prer., SPTM 1000 or instructor permission.
  
  • HSCI 2450 - Health Care Environment

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Introduces students to the complex health care environment and role of health personnel. Focuses on the historical and contemporary forces on the health care delivery system, roles of health professionals, social, political and economic influences will be explored.
  
  • HSCI 2470 - Spanish for Health Care Providers

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Introductory conversational Spanish and orientation to health care needs.
  
  • HSCI 2600 - Theoretical Aspects of Forensic Science

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Analyzes the origins of criminal behavior and the impact of crime on society. Deviant, delinquent, and criminal behaviors are examined, as well as policies and programs to prevent or reduce behaviors. Social institutions, social problems, and illegal activities are also examined.
  
  • HSCI 2800 - Biomedical Aging: Myths and Realities

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Study of the processes related to biological, medical and physical aspects of aging. Meets with GRNT 2040.
  
  • HSCI 3010 - Pathophysiology

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Pathophysiological concepts build on previous principals and basic science. Correlates underlying pathophysiological process at the cellular system level with manifestations in individuals as signs, symptoms, or laboratory findings. Explores various factors in relationship to the pathogenesis of disease process.
  
  • HSCI 3020 - Intro to Emergency Medical Service

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    An overview of the roles and responsibilities of the professional pre-hospital care provider. Explores relation to socio-political, medical/legal and ethical considerations. Emphasizes meeting the emotional and physical need of patients throughout the life span.
  
  • HSCI 3050 - Interview and Interrogation Techniques

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Introduces important, practical aspects of investigation. Study of technical and legal approaches used in gathering information from victims, witnesses, and suspects. Characteristics of questioning and use of psychological influences. Strategies of evaluation, critical thinking, and assessment. Prer., HSCI 2030.
  
  • HSCI 3060 - Pathophysiology (RN)

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Builds on basic sciences. Correlates underlying pathophysiological processes at the cellular/system level to manifestations in individuals as signs, symptoms, or laboratory findings. Various factors will be discussed in relationship to the pathogenesis of disease process.
  
  • HSCI 3110 - Fundamental Emergency Skills (EMS)

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Introduces fundamental skills associated with emergency care, including patient assessment, airway management, medication administration, and cardiac monitor application and interpretation. Clinical lab required.
  
  • HSCI 3120 - Cardiac Emergencies (EMS)

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Introduces the interpretation of the cardiac rhythm, variations, and presenting signs and symptoms of common cardiac conditions. Includes 12-lead monitoring, electrical and pharmacologic interventions for cardiac dysrhythmias. Includes psychological and sociological perspectives of care.
  
  • HSCI 3130 - Pulmonary and Neurological Disorders (EMS)

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Introduces the pathophysiology evaluation and emergent treatment of patients with acute pulmonary and non-traumatic neurological disorders across the lifespan.
  
  • HSCI 3200 - Pandemic Disease, Globalization and Society

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Examines the emergence of infectious disease on a global scale, its manifestations of pandemics such as influenza, HIV/AIDS, and SARS. Helps providers generate interdisciplinary solutions to managing pandemic outbreaks at both the domestic and international levels.
  
  • HSCI 3280 - Herbal and Dietary Supplements

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Exploration and discussion of the role of herbal products and dietary supplements in nutrition and health. Topics include individual supplements; safety and efficacy; bioavailability; and federal regulations. Students will assess scientific literature associated with herbal and dietary supplements. Prer., HSCI 1060 or HSCI 2070.
  
  • HSCI 3300 - Professionalism and Ethics

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An examination of ethical theories and practical moral issues encountered in program related professional fields. A detailed discussion of professional practices and guidelines in forensic science, clinical laboratory sciences, and other related disciplines.
  
  • HSCI 3310 - Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Introduction to a wide variety of skills and methods to enhance performance and personal growth in sport and exercise. Focuses on ways to increase motivation, manage competitive anxiety, control concentration, develop confidence, improve communication skills and promote team unity. Prer., PSY 1000.
  
  • HSCI 3320 - Group Fitness Instruction

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Applies the principals of teaching fitness and health concepts in group settings. Concepts covered include motivation, communication, pedagogy, cuing and transitions in a variety of class settings. Teaching programs for groups are planned, implemented, and evaluated.
  
  • HSCI 3330 - Sports Nutrition: Basic Principles

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Focuses on the nutritional aspects of sports and exercise performance and health for active individuals and athletes. Topics include energy balance and body composition, macro- and micronutrients, hydration and fluid balance, dietary supplements and ergogenic aids, special needs populations, and sport-specific nutrition. Prer., HSCI 1060 or HSCI 2070, and BIOL 2010.
  
  • HSCI 3450 - Trends and Issues

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Provides the student with an historical perspective of the social political context of the health care delivery system and concepts include health care economics, medical ethics, health care politics and professional empowerment.
  
  • HSCI 3480 - Sports for Special Populations

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Provides the opportunity to adapt sport principles and activities to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities. Concepts include theories of motivation, psychology of adjustment, adapted physical education and coaching principles.
  
  • HSCI 3500 - Prehospital Nursing

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Expands critical thinking skills to the prehospital environment. Prepares the student to provide basic and advanced life support skills in emergency situations. Provides entry level knowledge and skills for advanced prehospital practice in collaboration with EMTs, paramedics, nurses, and physicians.
  
  • HSCI 3920 - Community Nutrition

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An introductory course that covers nutrition, including population-specific interventions, food delivery systems and programs, food politics and policies, world hunger, U.S. food insecurity, and the obesity epidemic. Prer., BIOL 2030, CHEM 3300, CHEM 3400, HSCI 2070; Health Science students only, others with permission of instructor.
  
  • HSCI 3940 - Nutrition Science and Food Preparation

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The basics of food preparation and food composition. Course content will interpret nutrient analysis; provide instruction for menu and meal development appropriate for groups, individual diets, and specialized health situations. Emphasizes the application of food science knowledge. Prer., BIOL 2030, CHEM 3300, CHEM 3400, HSCI 2070.
  
  • HSCI 3950 - Food Systems Management I

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Equips students with the understanding of the food service systems model. Students will learn principles and techniques related to menu and distribution, quantity food production, food safety and sanitation, and the equipment of a food service operation. Prer., HSCI 3940, PSY 1000; coreq., HSCI 3920; Junior or Senior standing.
  
  • HSCI 3960 - Basic Laboratory Skills for Forensic Investigators

    2 Credits (Minimum) 2 Credits (Maximum)

    Students will reseive background information and practical training in the examination and interpretation of pattern evidence, physical evidence, and biological evidence. Students will have the opportunity for hands-on experience with techniques and instrumentation commonly used in laboratory-based forensic careers. Prer., BIOL 2010, BIOL 2020, CHEM 1030, CHEM 1060, HSCI 2030.
  
  • HSCI 4010 - Health Science Research

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Develops a fundamental understanding of the research process. Enables students to critically analyze the merit of published health science research. Students begin to derive a theoretical and research knowledge base of therapeutic care interventions. Prer. or coreq., HSCI 2060; Junior standing. Meets with NURS 4010.
  
  • HSCI 4020 - Food Systems Management II

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The operational and financial elements of a food service operation. Emphasis is on financial accountability for controlling costs while applying principles related to food product selection, purchasing and storage, human resource management, and the marketing of a food service operation. Prer., ACCT 2010, HSCI 3920, HSCI 3940, HSCI 3950; coreq., MKTG 3000.
  
  • HSCI 4030 - Sports Specific Training Principles and Techniques

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Theory and practice of designing and administering strength training and conditioning programs for athletes. Emphasis will be placed on the sport specific nature of such programs. Open to Juniors and Jeniors. Prer., BIOL 3300 and BIOL 4550. Meets with HSCI 5030.
  
  • HSCI 4050 - Obesity and Weight Management

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Focuses on the etiology, treatment, and prevention of obesity in a variety of populations. Emphasis is placed on the role of diet, exercise, behavioral treatment, and prevention. Topics also include pharmaceuticals, bariatric surgery, supplements, and childhood obesity. Prer., HSCI 2070. Meets with HSCI 5050.
  
  • HSCI 4060 - Advanced Sports Nutrition and Metabolism

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An advanced course in human metabolism with focus on nutrition, exercise, performance, and health. Covers metabolism and energy balance, macro- and micronutrients, and fluid balance applied to exercising individuals and athletes using nutritional interventions to promote health and human performance. Prer., HSCI 2070, HSCI 4010, BIOL 3300; Junior or Senior standing. Meets with HSCI 5060, BIOL 4770, and BIOL 5770.
  
  • HSCI 4080 - Pathophysiology for the Health Sciences

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Study of disease by organ system with emphasis on etiology and pathogenesis of the disease; how structural consequences of disease lead to funtional consequences or symptoms; how cells respond to injury. Students will build a framework for understanding specific diseases. Prer., BIOL 2010, BIOL 2020, CHEM 1030, CHEM 1060. Meets with HSCI 5080.
  
  • HSCI 4090 - Food, Culture, Community, and Health

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    This course focuses on the history and culture of food, how our lifestyle choices, inlcuding the way we eat, impact our planet, and what we can do to promote healthier and more sustainable communities. Prer., HSCI 2070, CHEM 1030. Meets with HSCI 6140.
  
  • HSCI 4100 - Advanced Emergency Skills (EMS)

    4 Credits (Minimum)

    Introduces participants to advanced skills associated with emergency care, including cardiac arrest management, needle thoracostomy, trauma management skills, and specialized pediatric techniques. Environmental disasters, major incident response and rescue modalities are addressed.
  
  • HSCI 4120 - Medical Emergencies (EMS)

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Introduces medical complications likely to present in the pre-hospital setting. Includes pathophysiology, common presentations of complications and emergency stabilization of diabetic and endocrine disorders, toxicologic emergencies, environmental emergencies, allergies, anaphylaxis, infectious disease, OB/GYN emergencies and behavioral disorders.
  
  • HSCI 4129 - Clinical Laboratory Science Theory, Application, and Correlation

    5 Credits (Minimum) 5 Credits (Maximum)

    Includes the application, evaluation, and correlation of laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis and treatment of common disease states. Opportunities for building critical thinking, oral communication, professional behavior, and teamwork skills are provided in small-group clinical case discussions. An Extended Studies course offering. Prer., admission to the Clinical Laboratory Specialist program.
  
  • HSCI 4130 - Trauma Management (EMS)

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Introduces the epidemiology and common injury patterns seen in varipid traumatic situations. Includes pathophysiology, common presentations, and emergency stabilization of head, chest, abdominopelvic, spine, and extremity trauma.
  
  • HSCI 4149 - Clinical Chemistry I

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Introduction to the theory, practical application, technical performance, and evaluation of clinical chemistry laboratory procedures. Correlation of clinical laboratory data with the diagnosis and treatment of carbohydrate, renal, liver, lipid, protein, pancreatic, and endocrine disorders. An Extended Studies course offering. Prer., admission to the Clinical Laboratory Specialist program.
  
  • HSCI 4159 - Clinical Chemistry II

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Advanced theory, practical application, technical performance, and evaluation of clinical chemistry laboratory procedures. Correlation of clinical laboratory data with the diagnosis and treatment of carbohydrate, renal, liver, lipid, protein, pancreatic, and endocrine disorders is emphasized. An Extended Studies course offering. Prer., HSCI 4149.
  
  • HSCI 4160 - Community and Home Care (EMS)

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Provides an overview of home health and community based health care service. Models of patient and family education for self management and rehabilitation are introduced. Community assessment, collaboration and networks, and mobilization are explored.
  
  • HSCI 4169 - Clinical Hematology I

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Introduction to the theory, practical application, technical performance, and evaluation of hematological and coagulation procedures. Emphasis on the correlation of clinical laboratory data with the diagnosis and treatment of anemia, leukemia, and bleeding/clotting disorders. An Extended Studies course offering. Prer., admission to the Clinical Laboratory Specialist program.
  
  • HSCI 4170 - Paramedic Practicum I (EMS)

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Provides an opportunity to apply specific clinical concepts, strategies, and skills in supervised clinical setting. Clinical skills included are patient interviews, physical assessment, airway management, cardiac rhythm interpretation and treatment, administration of medications and the assessment and management of neurologic emergencies.
  
  • HSCI 4179 - Clinical Hematology II

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Incorporates advanced theory, practical application, technical performance, and evaluation of hematological and coagulation procedures. Emphasis on the correlation of clinical laboratory data with the diagnosis and treatment of anemia, leukemia, and bleeding/clotting disorders. An Extended Studies course offering. Prer., HSCI 4169.
  
  • HSCI 4180 - Paramedic Practicum II (EMS)

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    This field internship is the culmination of the paramedic practicum program, and provides an opportunity to practice as a paramedic under the direct supervision of a clinical preceptor. Clinical skills included in this practicum encompass the entire scope of practice.
  
  • HSCI 4189 - Clinical Microbiology I

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Theory, practical application, technical performance, and evaluation of procedures for isolation, identification, and susceptibility testing of infectious disease organisms in humans, including bacteriology, mycology, parasitology, virology, and serology. Emphasizes the correlation of clinical laboratory data with the patient’s diagnosis. An Extended Studies course offering. Prer., admission to the Clinical Laboratory Specialist program.
  
  • HSCI 4199 - Clinical Microbiology II

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Advanced theory, practical application, technical performance, and evaluation of procedures for isolation, identification, and susceptibility testing of infectious disease organisms in humans,including bacteriology, mycology, parasitology, virology, and serology. Emphasizes the correlation of clinical laboratory data with the patient’s diagnosis. An Extended Studies course offering. Prer., HSCI 4189.
  
  • HSCI 4200 - Health Behavior Change

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Overview of theoretical and psychosocial perspectives of changing health behavior at the individual, interpersonal and community level. Focuses on increasing professional skills in describing, applying and integrating health behavior change techniques in the design of programs for individuals and communities.
  
  • HSCI 4209 - Clinical Immunology and Molecular Diagnostics

    1 Credits (Minimum) 1 Credits (Maximum)

    Theory, practical application, and evaluation of immunological components, principles, and methodologies used in the assessment of immunologically related disorders, including hypersensitivity reactions, autoimmune, immunoproliferative, and immunodeficiency disorders, tumors, and transplantations. An Extended Studies course offering. Prer., admission to the Clinical Laboratory Specialist program.
  
  • HSCI 4210 - Nutrition and Aging

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Effects on nutritional requirements due to physiological changes during aging, with application to disease prevention and community health care. Prer., BIOL 2010, BIOL 2020, and HSCI 4200.
  
  • HSCI 4220 - Dynamics of Unity

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Explores the scientific and cultural underpinnings of holistic thought. The evolution of Western Science, the essential unity of diverse spiritual traditions, and the development of society from industrialism and isolation to the age of information and global economy.
  
  • HSCI 4229 - Clinical Immunohematology I

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Theory, practical application, technical performance, and evaluation of blood bank procedures required for transfusion of blood and blood components and for handling and storage of blood and blood components. An Extended Studies course offering. Prer., HSCI 4209.
  
  • HSCI 4230 - Psychophysiology of Holistic Health

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Provides an advanced foundation in the physiological phenomena associated with holistic health. Explores mind/body concepts such as stress and disease, alternative medicine outcomes, spontaneous healing, psychoneuroimmunology and the placebo effect.
  
  • HSCI 4239 - Clinical Immunohematology II

    2 Credits (Minimum) 2 Credits (Maximum)

    Theory, practical application, technical performance, and evaluation of blood bank procedures required for transfusion of blood and blood components and for handling and storage of blood and blood components. An Extended Studies course offering. Prer., HSCI 4209 and HSCI 4229.
  
  • HSCI 4249 - Phlebotomy

    1 Credits (Minimum) 1 Credits (Maximum)

    Theory, practical application, technical performance, and evaluation of procedures used in collecting, handling, and processing blood specimens. Includes development and practice of appropriate professional behavior, ethical decision making, teamwork, cultural competency, and effective oral and written communications. An Extended Studies course offering. Prer., admission to the Clinical Laboratory Specialist program.
  
  • HSCI 4250 - The Art of Holistic Nursing

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Explores theories of esthetics and art for application in healing. Theories of the psychology of the spirit are considered within the caring context of nursing. The processes of imagination are investigated.
  
  • HSCI 4260 - Praxis: Therapies of the Imagination

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Applies imagery, memory and reflection, dreams and the creative process in holistic health practice. The focus is on the professional’s role and the practical application of theories and techniques of these therapies in various clinical situations. Intuitive and analytical thinking are emphasized.
  
  • HSCI 4269 - Urine and Body Fluid Analysis

    1 Credits (Minimum) 1 Credits (Maximum)

    Theory, practical application, technical performance, and evaluation of procedures used in the analysis of urine and other body fluids, including cerebrospinal, synovial, serous, and amniotic fluids. An Extended Studies course offering. Prer., admission to the Clinical Laboratory Specialist program.
  
  • HSCI 4270 - Praxis: Therapies of Human Energy Field

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Theories and practices of healing modalities which emphasize touch, energy systems, and movement that nourish and strengthen the body/mind/spirit are interpreted artistically and scientifically. Learners explore the use of these modalities in experiential situations. The theoretical, personal, aesthetic, empirical, ethical, and sociopolitical implications of energy modalities are explored.
  
  • HSCI 4290 - Legal Aspects of Forensic Science: Civil and Criminal

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Criminal, civil and family law will be discussed as they relate to forensic issues. Prer., HSCI 2030 or permission of instructor. Meets with HSCI 6360 and NURS 6360.
  
  • HSCI 4300 - Sexual Assault: Implications for Health Care Delivery

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Focuses on the problem of sexual violence and medicolegal aspects of health care. Explores the interdisciplinary and holistic approach to enhance quality of care for victims, perpetrators and involved families are explored. Models for preventive strategies and public education are investigated.
  
  • HSCI 4309 - Clinical Laboratory Management I

    2 Credits (Minimum) 2 Credits (Maximum)

    Theory, practical application, technical performance, and evaluation of laboratory management principles and associated models. Focus is on effective written and oral communications, critical evaluation of research studies, compliance and regulatory issues, educational methodology, human resource and financial management, and laboratory operations. An Extended Studies course offering. Prer., admission to the Clinical Laboratory Specialist program.
  
  • HSCI 4310 - Introduction to Forensics

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Provides an introduction to clinical forensics with an emphasis on emergency department and community health forensic issues through the study of forensic science. Explores the principles and philosophy of clinical forensics and role of forensic practitioners in community based settings.
  
  • HSCI 4319 - Clinical Laboratory Management II

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Advanced theory, practical application, technical performance, and evaluation of laboratory management principles and associated models. Opportunities are provided to build problem-solving, teamwork, and management skills. An Extended Studies course offering. Prer., HSCI 4309.
  
  • HSCI 4320 - Investigation of Injury and Death

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An exploration of concepts and principles related to investigation of injury and death. Forensic pathology and forensic autopsy procedures are included. Specialized topics in clinical practice such as medicolegal evidence, violence injury and environmental pathology are included. Prer., HSCI 2030. Meets with HSCI 6320 and NURS 6320.
  
  • HSCI 4330 - Crime Scene and Crime Lab

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Introduces the areas of crime scene preservation, investigation and the scientific tactics, procedures, and techniques employed by forensic experts. As an advanced course, attention will be given to homicide investigation and its central role in forensic examinations. Prer., HSCI 2030. Meets with NURS 6330 and HSCI 6330.
  
  • HSCI 4340 - Criminal Profiling

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Introduces the psychological, neurocognitive, social-sociological and legal dimensions of forensics. Attention will be given to assessment and diagnosis of mental disorders, and the interface between the psychosocial effects of injury and illness and the judicial system. Criminal, civil and family law applications of forensics will be considered. Prer., HSCI 2030. Meets with HSCI 6340 and NURS 6340.
  
  • HSCI 4350 - Internship in Clinical Forensics

    2 Credits (Minimum)

    Arranged to expand clinical application of theory content in forensics. Arrangements can be made for experiences with coroners, emergency departments, crime investigation units, prisons or other clinical settings which are congruent with student goals.
  
  • HSCI 4360 - Health Care Management

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Provides the framework for the managerial role in the health care context. Leadership in healthcare organizations is addressed with the focus on models, motivational theory, organizational communication, management and strategic planning.
  
  • HSCI 4370 - Violence and Human Right Issues

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Provides the opportunity to explore the impact of violence in relation to the responsibilities of the investigator, assessor, evaluator and therapist. Includes strategies of care for individual, family, and community survivors. Principles and philosophies of victimology, traumatology, and domestic violence. Meets with HSCI 6370 and NURS 6370.
  
  • HSCI 4380 - Substance Abuse

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Presents the most recent findings regarding the pathology of substance abuse. The misuse of drug and alcohol and the associated effects that influence key dynamic processes in family system functioning are discussed.
  
  • HSCI 4390 - Forensic Photography

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Designed to assist professionals in forensic science and health care in the basic principles and techniques associated with forensic photography at the crime scene, in the hospital setting, or in the autopsy laboratory. Meets with HSCI 6380 and NURS 6500.
  
  • HSCI 4400 - Forensic Practicum

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Allows the student the opportunity to implement skills and knowledge assigned with a preceptor in a health delivery setting. Student initiated contract with approval of faculty and preceptor. Prer., HSCI 4310 and HSCI 4320. Meets with HSCI 6350 and NURS 6350.
  
  • HSCI 4410 - Forensic Chemistry and Toxicology

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Introduces the chemical science of forensic investigative techniques including the principles of biochemistry, toxicology, and serology. Prer., BIOL 1010, BIOL 1020, CHEM 1010, CHEM 1020.
  
  • HSCI 4420 - High Tech Crimes and Computer Forensics

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Provides an understanding of high tech crimes and investigation. These crimes include identity theft, fraud, embezzlement, and forgery. Students will also gain an understanding of computer forensics and its role in law enforcement and investigation. Open to HSCI majors only. Meets with HSCI 5420.
  
  • HSCI 4430 - Advanced Nutrition

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A comprehensive study of the energy providing nutrients and how they are metabolized within the human body. This course will provide students with a firm basis of the biochemistry of proteins, fats and carbohydrates. Fall. Prer., BIOL 3020. Meets with BIOL 4300.
  
  • HSCI 4440 - Advanced Nutrition II

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A comprehensive study of the micronutrients and how they are metabolized within the human body. This course will provide students with a firm foundation of the biochemistry, physiology, and metabolism of vitamins, minerals, trace elements, and electrolysis. Prer., HSCI 4430 with a grade of “C” or higher.
  
  • HSCI 4450 - Principles of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Response

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An overview of public health aspects of disasters, emphasizing preparedness and emergency response. Second course of four-part certificate. Meets with HSCI 6210.
  
  • HSCI 4460 - Principles of Medical Preparedness and Response to Specific Types of Disasters

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Discusses the public health impacts of specific types of disasters using selected disasters as examples. Meets with HSCI 6220.
  
  • HSCI 4470 - Special Topics in Disaster Public Health

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Covers special public health issues that apply to disasters. Includes segments on terrorism and insurgency, medico-legal disaster response, threat assessment, and risk analysis. Fourth course of a four-part certificate. Meets with HSCI 6230.
  
  • HSCI 4480 - General Principles of Disaster Public Health

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Overview of public health disasters to provide a foundation leading to disaster responses and implementation. Addresses the education training required for professionals. Meets with HSCI 6200.
  
  • HSCI 4500 - Legal and Ethical Issues Health Care

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A theoretical basis for ethical/legal decision-making is applied to contemporary situations encountered in nursing and medical practice.
  
  • HSCI 4510 - Hearing and Vision Alterations

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Designed for students who desire greater depth of knowledge in special health care and communication needs of individuals with alterations in hearing and vision.
  
  • HSCI 4520 - Health Teaching

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The principles of learning/teaching are applied to problems in clinical settings. Teaching programs for individuals and groups are planned, implemented and evaluated as part of the course.
  
  • HSCI 4530 - Therapeutic Touch

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    Provides an opportunity to explore and experience energy based healing methods. Therapeutic touch is studied as a healing modality.
  
  • HSCI 4540 - Death and Dying

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A comprehensive introduction to the study of death and dying with integration of a wide range of interdisciplinary approaches. Providing a theoretical basis and current research on the topic. The course also allows for the opportunity to apply theory to life situations and personal experiential discovery.
  
  • HSCI 4550 - Complementary Healing Methods

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A survey course which presents an overview of the history, theoretical bases, applications, resources, and trends of complementary healing methods. The evolution of Western scientific thought and Eastern medical theories is examined as a basis for understanding current health perspectives and treatment modalities. The course is not intended as an endorsement of any of the methods studied.
  
  • HSCI 4560 - Women’s Health Care Issues

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Selected women’s issues are explored from a historical, psychological and socio-political focus in order to increase understanding of the experience and impact on the woman, her significant others, health care professionals and the health care system.
  
  • HSCI 4570 - Creative Journey

    3 Credits (Minimum)

    This interdisciplinary course explores the concepts which link the esthetic experience and holistic healing within a cultural framework. The idea of life as a journey provides the foundation for the student to encounter deep dimensions of their inner being through experiential learning techniques.
  
  • HSCI 4580 - Physical Activity and Health

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The impact of physical inactivity on individuals and society. Students will learn the components of physical activity, demonstrate knowledge of physical activity assessment techniques, and be able to apply theory for physical activity promotion in varioussettings. Meets with HSCI 5580.
  
  • HSCI 4590 - Concepts of Health and Disease

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Provides background and rationale for the dynamic biological, sociological and spiritual influences on health and illness and dimensions of illness that affect the individual and family. Implications of long-term catastrophic illness and life threatening illnesses are addressed. Prer., BIOL 2010 and BIOL 2020.
  
  • HSCI 4600 - Fitness and Wellness Concepts

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Introduces the concepts and frameworks for health promotion and fitness. Provides an overview of factors influencing wellness of individuals, families and society. Prer., BIOL 2010, BIOL 2020, HSCI 1100, and HSCI 3010. Meets with BIOL 4030 and BIOL 5030.
  
  • HSCI 4610 - Sports Injury and Prevention

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Focuses on injury recognition, emergency treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention of sports injury. Meets with BIOL 4230 and BIOL 5230.
 

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