May 17, 2024  
2022-23 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2022-23 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

Graphic Communication (GRC)

  
  • GRC 110 - Print Media/Digital Publishing I


    3 Hour(s)
    Study offset lithography, flexography, and digital printing. Compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages of the printing methods of gravure, and screen-printing. Produce single, two- and four-color printed pieces. Acquire knowledge relating to CTP, the PMS system, screens, halftones, print careers, print economics and the four-color process.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 120 - Print Media II


    3 Hour(s)
    Print single and multicolored projects using primarily Heidelberg Printmaster GTO2 color 20-inch presses. Study the common elements of all presses the feeder, registration, printing, and delivery systems. Learn basic press maintenance and problem solving, pressroom chemistry, and safety. Become familiar with paper of various kinds, weights, textures, and sizes, as well as various types of ink.

    Prerequisite(s): GRC 106 
3 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 121 - Digital Illustration


    3 Hour(s)
    Enhance ability to draw on the computer with Adobe Illustrator. Learn how to apply various filters and colors to objects; create masks around objects; use the transformation tools (rotate, scale, reflect, shear, blend); create compounds and make special dashed lines to create many special effects.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 250 and GRC 106 
3 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 122 - Post Press/Distribution


    3 Hour(s)
    Explore current and emerging technologies for binding, finishing, and distributing printed materials. Learn the basic operations of commercial bindery and finishing equipment.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 130 - Print Media III


    3 Hour(s)
    Use a computerized press console to set up and operate a Heidelberg SM742 color perfecting press. Reproduce high quality line and halftone copy in multiple colors on a Komori Sprint 262 color, a Heidelberg Printmaster GTO 525 color and other two-color presses. Discuss flexographic printing and platemaking.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 135 - Digital Workflows


    3 Hour(s)
    Study computer integrated manufacturing technologies as applied to commercial printing production problems. Discuss preflighting, trapping, and imposition. Learn to properly prepare and analyze digital files for output to eliminate problems that can occur during the printing production process.

    Prerequisite(s): GRC 121  and GRC 131 Image Editing/Photoshop
3 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 140 - Print Materials and Estimating


    3 Hour(s)
    Examine the scope and functions of printing estimating. Estimate, cost, and price various printing services. Discuss topics including computers for production and management, developing a cost estimating system, estimating paper, ink electronic prepress, press and finishing operations, and marketing and management issues. Analyze various operations within the printing industry.

    Prerequisite(s): GRC 135 
3 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 141 - Production Coordination/Customer Service


    3 Hour(s)
    Customer Service Explore the commercial printing manufacturing process. Examine the role and function of the customer service representative, electronic workflows, and time requirements for production of commercially printed products that are within budget.

    Prerequisite(s): GRC 122 , GRC 130 
3 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 142 - Color Management


    3 Hour(s)
    Combine math, physics, and chemistry concepts with measurement and statistical process control methods to appraise, control, and improve color reproduction. Learn to use and work with densitometers, spectrodensitometers, spectrophotometers, tone reproduction control software, and color measurement software.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 150 - Digital Toolbox - Photoshop/ Illustrator 1


    4 Hour(s)
    This course introduces Graphic Communication students to the professional design tools used by current design industry. Students will learn the differences between the raster and vector applications and the uses of each, how to access/utilize various color systems (print and web), and prepare files for final production within print, web, and multimedia.

    FA, SP
4 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 200 - Color and Typography


    4 Hour(s)
    Color and Typography will explore, in detail, two of the four primary elements in digital media: the implementation of color and use of typography. Use of additive, subtractive and Pantone colors will comprise the color portion of the course; examination into word/letterforms, typefaces, and comprehension studies will comprise the typography portion of the course.

    SP
    Prerequisite(s): GRC 106  and GRC 150 
4 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 210 - History of Graphic Design


    2 Hour(s)
    The history of Graphic Design begins with cave markings from approximately 200,000 years ago and continues through to today’s digital technology processes. Students will investigate specific periods in graphic design history, explore historic methods in communication, and be introduced to the global influences in graphic design.

    FA
2 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 230 - Digital Photography


    4 Hour(s)
    Digital Photography is designed to develop a student’s skills in digital photography and its uses within print and digital presentations. Throughout the course of the semester, students will learn the differences between film and digital cameras, digital photo editing techniques, aesthetic qualities of photography, and the tools associated with digital photography. Students will learn to digitally capture images among a variety of photographic situations. Students will also learn how to prepare images for print and onscreen presentation.

    ($67 course fee)
    FA, SP
4 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 290 - Digital Design Studio


    4 Hour(s)
    Students will build upon their skill set acquired in Digital Toolbox Photoshop and Illustrator I. Students will explore animation, web image development, paths and shapes creation, print file preparation, automation, and execution into other digital vehicles. Students will create a variety of projects that emphasize the importance of communication and audience.

    SP
    Prerequisite(s): GRC 150 
4 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 295 - 3-D Digital Design


    4 Hour(s)
    3D Digital Design affords students the opportunity to create realistic environments, characters, and objects using state-of-the-art software. Students will learn to model, paint, sculpt, render and animate for environmental design, package design, gaming, product design, and industrial design.

    FA, SP
    Prerequisite(s): GRC 150 
4 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 320 - Intro to Multimedia Production


    4 Hour(s)
    This course is designed as a Graphic Communication course, emphasizing artistic production using web development software, including, but not limited to: animation, digital video, and creating multimedia presentations and artworks. Multimedia, for the purposes of this course, means utilizing more than one of the following media elements: sound, images, text, video, animation, and/or interactivity, in all projects. Emphasis will be on the marriage of sound design, sophisticated content and visual interest.

    FA, SP
    Prerequisite(s): GRC 106  and GRC 150 
4 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 330 - Video and Motion Graphics


    4 Hour(s)
    Students will learn how to use storyboarding techniques to develop short video projects, video indoor and outdoor scripted scenes, edit digital video, and enhance audio. Students will learn to identify scenes and still images that work best in a video project. Students will develop short video projects for specific and general audiences alike.

    FA
4 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 360 - Interactive Media


    4 Hour(s)
    Students will utilize skills learned in GRC 320  to create Adobe Flash games for creative marketing application and entertainment. In addition to creating flash games, students will learn how to upload files for general audience use. Students will be assigned specific marketing projects for their Adobe Flash games for use across a wide variety of digital vehicles. Other Flash projects may be assigned during the semester to expand the student’s understanding of techniques and objectives.

    SP
4 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 390 - Advanced Design Thinking


    4 Hour(s)
    GRC 390 is a 4-credit course that builds upon the foundation provided in GRC 290  Digital Design Studio. This course will continue to familiarize students with the elements, tools, and applications used to create effective graphic communication projects. Its primary focus will be on exploring and identifying a creative process in order to comprehensively solve design problems. Students will explore stages of ideation, observation, research, design, analysis, refinement, final implementation and presentation. The course will expose students to various brainstorming techniques, investigative methodologies, software technology, and printing (finishing) techniques.

    FA
    Prerequisite(s): GRC 150 , GRC 290 , GRC 295 
4 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 391 - Special Studies/Topics


    1 - 4 Hour(s)
    Study of a selected topic not covered in the regular curriculum. The topic will be announced prior to the beginning of the semester. Four credits maximum will apply toward degree.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor
1 - 4 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 395 - Advanced Design Application


    4 Hour(s)
    GRC395 is a 4-credit course that provides a foundation of graphic design and multimedia principles including image creation, storytelling, 2D and 3D animation, motion graphics, and interactive media. An underpinning of design studies, including theoretical, historical, cultural and professional contexts, is given throughout the course. The course is divided between lectures and real-world projects with a variety of professional applications for digital media. The course continues work from GRC 390 , Design Thinking.

    SP
    Prerequisite(s): GRC 320 , GRC 330 , GRC 390 
4 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 398 - Independent Study


    1 - 4 Hour(s)
1 - 4 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 450 - Capstone-Projects for Graphic Communication Majors


    4 Hour(s)
    A seminar intended to consolidate and expand your experience and education as well as a foundation for continued research as you prepare to enter your chosen field.

    SP
    Prerequisite(s): All program requirements completed or consent of instructor
4 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 480 - Internship-Graphic Communication


    1 - 12 Hour(s)
    Students must complete a minimum of four credits (120 hours) of internship work while at Carroll University. The internship course involves professional work experience in your field under the supervision of faculty and industry personnel. Course is repeatable to a maximum of 12 credits. Each four credits should have substantially different learning experiences. 120 hours of internship work experience is expected for every 4 credit hours attempted.

    FA, SP, SU
    Grading is S/U

    Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing and director approval
1 - 12 Hour(s)
  
  • GRC 491 - Special Studies/Topics


    1 - 4 Hour(s)
    Study of a selected topic not covered in the regular curriculum. The topic will be announced prior to the beginning of the semester. Four credits maximum will apply toward degree.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor
1 - 4 Hour(s)

Health Care (HCA)

  
  • HCA 100 - Health Care Terminology


    2 Hour(s)
    The study of basic medical terminology by learning root words, prefixes and suffixes. The study focuses on correct pronunciation, spelling and use of medical terms. Anatomy, physiology, and pathology of disease are discussed yet no previous knowledge of these topics is necessary.

    SP only
2 Hour(s)
  
  • HCA 150 - Introduction to Health Care


    4 Hour(s)
    This course provides an introduction to the U.S. Health Care system. The current and historical social, political, and regulatory factors that influence the health care system in the United States are reviewed. Students are introduced to the structure, organization, financing, and utilization of health care services in the United States. Comparison of international and United States health delivery systems are reviewed.

    SP and SU
4 Hour(s)
  
  • HCA 200 - Health Care Economics and Policy


    4 Hour(s)
    This course will explore the development of health policy in the United States and the impact it has on financing, organizing, and delivering health care services. Basic economic theories and their relationships to the structure and function of the United States health care system are explored. Special attention is paid to current national policy, health care reform and alternative health care systems.

    FA only
    Prerequisite(s): BUS 101  and HCA 150 
4 Hour(s)
  
  • HCA 300 - Health Care Management


    4 Hour(s)
    This course addresses the management of organizations that deliver health care services. The course will examine the principles of effective management including organizational design, motivation, leadership, conflict management, teamwork, and cultural proficiency. Management issues that distinguish health services organizations from other types of organizations will be identified and strategies for dealing with these issues will be evaluated.

    SP only
    Prerequisite(s): BUS 101  and HCA 150 
4 Hour(s)
  
  • HCA 350 - Health Care Law and Ethics


    4 Hour(s)
    This course presents an overview of legal and ethical issues facing managers and providers in health care. It provides students with a foundation of health law and ethical theory and reviews a wide variety of health care legal and ethical situations. Emphasis is placed on practical knowledge of health laws and ethics and their application in health care organizations. (Fall only)

    Prerequisite(s): BUS 101  and HCA 150 
4 Hour(s)
  
  • HCA 400 - Health Care Financial Management


    4 Hour(s)
    This course is designed to impart a working knowledge of introductory accounting and financial management concepts, techniques, and vocabulary as they apply to health care organizations. Applications of modern hospital and healthcare organization financial management and decision making are explored to prepare students for executive roles in healthcare settings. Financial management techniques used in budget preparation, investment alternatives, financial forecasting, and capital structures are presented with a focus on healthcare organizations.

    FA only
    Prerequisite(s): ACC 205 , BUS 101  and HCA 150  
4 Hour(s)
  
  • HCA 450 - Health Care Information Management


    4 Hour(s)
    This course examines information systems as they relate to health care. Students will analyze information systems in clinical management, administration, education and research. The course emphasizes definitions, theory, technologies, workflow and expectations.

    SP only
    Prerequisite(s): BUS 101  and HCA 150 
4 Hour(s)

Health Education (HED)

  
  • HED 101 - Intro to Health Care Skills


    1 Hour(s)
    The purpose of this course is to provide the knowledge and skills that are necessary to become First Aid and Adult, Child, and Infant CPR/AED certified in accordance with the American Red Cross Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider guidelines. Students will also learn policies and standards regarding bloodborne pathogens and occupational exposure in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines.

    (Required course fee)
    FA, WN, SP
1 Hour(s)
  
  • HED 201 - Nutrition


    2 Hour(s)
    Basic principles of nutrition are covered as well as current problems and topics regarding both personal and world nutrition today. Designed for the public school teacher, the community health educator or those in related fields.

    FA Even Years
2 Hour(s)
  
  • HED 205 - Community Mental Health


    2 Hour(s)
    This course provides instruction in promotion of mental health on a community level. Counseling and patient education skills necessary to help individuals, families, and social groups cope with normal developmental challenges as well as the most prevalent community mental health problems, including modification of health TO related behaviors, are presented. This course explores violence and substance abuse, including assessment for elder, partner, and child abuse. Emphasis is on prevention strategies and promotion of wellness behaviors. Systems TO level program development and evaluation is included.

    FA Odd Years
2 Hour(s)
  
  • HED 206 - Taking Charge of Your Health and Wellbeing


    2 Hour(s)
    This course provides students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to analyze the impact of diet, exercise, stress management, health and other areas of total wellness on the quality of life. Through hands-on instruction and practice, students will create programs designed to improve and maintain health-related components of fitness and performance. This class will provide opportunities to use a variety of learning techniques discussed during the classroom, virtual classroom (Canvas), and lab days.

    SP Odd Years
2 Hour(s)
  
  • HED 207 - Gerontology for Healthcare


    2 Hour(s)
    This course examines factors impacting the health of older adults, including the exploration of stigma, socioeconomics, physiological changes, pharmacologic factors, psychological needs, and legal issues. Current health care resources and programming will be investigated along with innovative solutions to the health care crisis faced by many older adults. End-of-life issues will also be discussed.

    SP Even Years
2 Hour(s)

Health Sciences (HSC)

  
  • HSC 311 - Cardiovascular Physiology


    3 Hour(s)
    This course is designed to put into practice basic and advanced cardiovascular physiology concepts. The course will include the conduction system, circulation system, ECG pattern recognition and intracardiac pressures. CV physiology will also explore the heart at the cellular level. Student will learn about the cardiac action potential, coupling and uncoupling of myocardial sarcomeres and preload/afterload concepts. This course will include cardiac heart sounds and other clinical clues used in conjunction with echocardiographic evidence to determine a cardiac diagnosis.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 312 - Cardiovascular Principles


    3 Hour(s)
    The first half of the course focuses on structure, function and pathology of the cardiovascular system. Mechanisms of function of the cardiovascular system will be discussed. Cardiac structures and identification will be covered. The second portion of this course will provide the necessary skills and knowledge to perform a complete cardiac Doppler examination. The course will cover the introduction to cardiac Doppler assessment, Doppler hemodynamics, and color flow imaging. The student will learn how to perform Doppler assessment and quantification of severity of valvular stenosis and regurgitation. Students will also learn how to provide information for both systolic and diastolic Doppler assessments.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 313 - Adult Echocardiography I


    3 Hour(s)
    This course focuses on the necessary knowledge and assessment of adult cardiomyopathies. Students will learn how to perform a comprehensive assessment of hypertrophic, restrictive, dilated, arrythmogenic and unclassified cardiomyopathies. Students will learn the necessary 2D imaging and Doppler hemodynamics assessments to complete a full comprehensive examination.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 314 - Adult Echocardiography II


    3 Hour(s)
    This course focuses on the necessary knowledge and assessment of adult valvular heart disease. Students will learn how to perform a comprehensive valvular heart assessment. This course will include an introduction to valvular disease, echocardiographic assessment of the aortic, mitral, tricuspid and pulmonary valve using 2D, M-mode, Doppler and color flow imaging. The course will also cover surgical valvular interventions and interrogation of both pre-op and post-op complete echocardiographic hemodynamic assessments.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 315 - Adult Echocardiography III


    3 Hour(s)
    The focus of this course is to provide the basic knowledge of major cardiac pathophysiology that students will encounter while practicing echocardiography. This course will cover systemic and pulmonary hypertension, infiltrative heart disease, cardiac tumors and masses, pericardial disease, cardiac diseases related to systemic illness, and diseases of the great vessels. Students will learn how to complete a comprehensive 2D and Doppler assessment of these major cardiac diseases.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 316 - Embryology of the Heart


    3 Hour(s)
    This course will discuss cardiovascular development as it relates to various types of congenital heart disease.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 317 - Special Procedures in Echocardiography


    3 Hour(s)
    This course focuses on the necessary knowledge and role of cardiac sonographers in special cardiac imaging procedures. Students will learn the fundamentals as well as the basic techniques of transesophageal imaging, contrast echocardiography, cardiac resynchronization therapy, pacemaker optimization setting, strain rate, twist/torsion, three-dimensional (3D) and pericardiocentesis imaging.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 318 - Pediatric Echocardiography I


    3 Hour(s)
    This course will introduce the student echocardiographer to various types of congenital heart disease. The types of congenital heart disease to be discussed in this course are; atrial septal defect (ASD), ventricular septal defect (VSD), patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), transposition of the great arteries (TGA), double outlet right ventricle (DORV) and double outlet left ventricle (DOLV).

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 319 - Stress Echocardiography


    3 Hour(s)
    The intent of this course is to focus on preparing the student for coronary artery disease and stress echocardiography testing. Students will become competent in coronary artery distribution and anomalies. Student will actively participate in numerous stress echocardiographic examinations during this rotation.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 320 - Pediatric Echocardiography II


    3 Hour(s)
    This course will discuss the role of ultrasound in evaluating the pediatric heart and complex congenital heart disease. Types of CHD to be discussed in this course include inflow lesions, review of conotruncal anomalies, outflow lesions, cardiac chamber anomalies, abnormal vascular communications, cardiomyopathies, and post-operative evaluation of repair of congenital heart disease.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 325 - Radiography Image Analysis I


    2 Hour(s)
    Imaging Analysis I-III
    These courses require students to analyze all technical aspects of radiographic image production and use problem-solving skills to determine proper corrections required for unacceptable radiographs. This course will provide the student with the knowledge to evaluate radiographic images. Requirements will focus on the ability to identify and recognize diagnostic quality. Advancement in examination difficulty and complexity will be reflected.

    Spring
    Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Rad Tech clinical phase.  
2 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 326 - Radiography Image Analysis II


    2 Hour(s)
    Imaging Analysis I-III
    These courses require students to analyze all technical aspects of radiographic image production and use problem-solving skills to determine proper corrections required for unacceptable radiographs. This course will provide the student with the knowledge to evaluate radiographic images. Requirements will focus on the ability to identify and recognize diagnostic quality. Advancement in examination difficulty and complexity will be reflected.

    Summer
    Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Rad Tech clinical phase.  
2 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 355 - Principles of Imaging II


    3 Hour(s)
    This is a three-credit course; content is design to provide an knowledge on radiographic film, screens and film processing, radiographic quality, special imaging equipment. Evaluation will be based on quizzes, unit exams and a final exam.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 356 - Imaging Procedures I


    5 Hour(s)
    This is a five-credit course utilizing lectures, demonstrations and laboratory practice. Items to be covered include radiographic anatomy and procedures and of the upper and lower extremities, chest, abdomen, and barium studies. Pediatric imaging for each procedure will be discussed. The interns will identify radiographic anatomy, assess radiographic images for accurateness and identify evaluation criteria for a variety of procedures. This course integrates knowledge and skills from several didactic units. Evaluation will be based on quizzes, unit tests and a final exam.

5 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 357 - Imaging Procedures II


    5 Hour(s)
    This is a five-credit course, utilizing lectures, demonstrations and laboratory practice. Radiographic anatomy and procedures for the bony thorax, vertebral column, and iodinated studies will be covered. Pediatric imaging for each procedure will be discussed. The pharmacology of contrast media will be introduced. The intern will identify radiographic anatomy, assess radiographic images for accurateness and identify evaluation criteria for a variety of procedures. This course integrates knowledge and skills from several didactic units. Evaluation will be based on quizzes, unit tests and a final exam.

5 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 358 - Imaging Procedures III


    3 Hour(s)
    This is a three-credit course, utilizing lectures, demonstrations and laboratory practice. Radiographic anatomy and procedures for the cranium, facial bones will be discussed. Pediatric imaging for each procedure will be discussed. The interns will identify radiographic anatomy, assess radiographic images for accurateness and identify evaluation criteria for a variety of procedures. Historical exams and special fluoroscopic imaging will also be presented. This course integrates knowledge and skills from several didactic units. Evaluation will be based on quizzes, unit tests and a final exam.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 359 - Radiography Clinical Education I


    3 Hour(s)
    The clinical education is broken down into six semesters. There are a required number of competencies the intern must complete by the end of the 6th semester. Evaluation of the intern’s positioning skills, equipment manipulation, and use of radiation protection, patient care and knowledge of image production is conducted by the Clinical Instructors, Clinical Coordinator, Program Director and qualified staff technologists. The breakdown of clinical credit is as follows: Semester I HSC 359 3 credits Semester II HSC 360  3 credits Semester III HSC 361  4 credits Semester IV HSC 459  3 credits Semester V HSC 460  3 credits Semester VI HSC 461  4 credits

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 360 - Radiography Clinical Education II


    3 Hour(s)
    The clinical education is broken down into six semesters. There are a required number of competencies the intern must complete by the end of the 6th semester. Evaluation of the intern’s positioning skills, equipment manipulation, and use of radiation protection, patient care and knowledge of image production is conducted by the Clinical Instructors, Clinical Coordinator, Program Director and qualified staff technologists. The breakdown of clinical credit is as follows: Semester I HSC 359  3 credits Semester II HSC 360 3 credits Semester III HSC 361  4 credits Semester IV HSC 459  3 credits Semester V HSC 460  3 credits Semester VI HSC 461  4 credits

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 361 - Radiography Clinical Education III


    4 Hour(s)
    The clinical education is broken down into six semesters. There are a required number of competencies the intern must complete by the end of the 6th semester. Evaluation of the intern’s positioning skills, equipment manipulation, and use of radiation protection, patient care and knowledge of image production is conducted by the Clinical Instructors, Clinical Coordinator, Program Director and qualified staff technologists. The breakdown of clinical credit is as follows: Semester I HSC 359  3 credits Semester II HSC 360  3 credits Semester III HSC 361 4 credits Semester IV HSC 459  3 credits Semester V HSC 460  3 credits Semester VI HSC 461  4 credits

4 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 370 - Introduction to Diagnostic Medical Sonography


    3 Hour(s)
    This course encompasses the first four (4) weeks of training. Course content includes emphasis on personal adaptation skills, nursing skills and staff development issues. An introduction to basic sonographic terminology, techniques, ultrasound physics, scanning techniques and abdominal sonography form the framework for future study. Lectures are correlated with scan lab demonstration and practice. The student handbook policies and procedures are emphasized.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 371 - Abdominal Sonography I


    3 Hour(s)
    This course focuses on the normal gross, cross-sectional, relational and sonographic anatomy of the upper abdomen to include blood vessels, liver, gall bladder, biliary system and pancreas. Physiology, pathology and related laboratory values are emphasized and correlated with sonographic findings. Lectures are correlated with scan lab demonstration and practice for each organ system.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 372 - Abdominal Sonography II


    3 Hour(s)
    This course focuses on the normal gross, cross-sectional, relational and sonographic anatomy of the upper abdomen to include kidneys, spleen, adrenal glands and retroperitoneum. Physiology, pathology, and related laboratory values are emphasized and correlated with sonographic findings. The use and importance of color and spectral Doppler will be emphasized. Each student must formally present one case study during this semester. Lectures are correlated with scan lab demonstration and practice for each organ system.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 373 - Clinical Education I


    3 Hour(s)
    The clinical component of our program allows students to rotate through all aspects of general and vascular sonography. Students progress in competence and ability on an individual basis and within the guidelines set forth by program faculty. A total of 19 competencies must be achieved during the duration of the program. This course focuses on an introduction to sonographic scanning, beginning abdominal technique and development of clinical skills. Sonographic technique is also practiced during routinely scheduled scan lab sessions, which are conducted by the program faculty.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 374 - Clinical Education II


    3 Hour(s)
    The clinical component of our program allows students to rotate through all aspects of general and vascular sonography. Student’s progress in competence and ability on an individual basis and within the guidelines set forth by program faculty. A total of 19 competencies must be achieved during the duration of the program. This course will focus on the mastery of abdominal and pelvis/transvaginal scanning, and development of obstetrical scanning skills. Sonographic technique is also practiced during routinely scheduled scan lab sessions, which are conducted by the program faculty.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 375 - Clinical Education III


    3 Hour(s)
    The clinical component of our program allows students to rotate through all aspects of general and vascular sonography. Student’s progress in competence and ability on an individual basis and within the guidelines set forth by program faculty. A total of 19 competencies must be achieved during the duration of the program. This course focuses on the refinement of abdominal, pelvic, obstetrical and small parts scanning skills. Sonographic technique is also practiced during routinely scheduled scan lab sessions, which are conducted by the program faculty.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 376 - OB/GYN Sonography I


    3 Hour(s)
    This course focuses on the normal gross, cross-sectional, relational and sonographic anatomy of the non-gravid female pelvis and the first trimester gravid uterus and developing fetus. Physiology, pathology and related laboratory values are emphasized and correlated with sonographic findings.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 377 - OB/GYN Sonography II


    3 Hour(s)
    This course focuses on the gravid uterus and developing fetus. Normal gross, cross-sectional, relational and sonographic anatomy will be discussed. Gestational dating methods, measurements, fetal and maternal health, placenta and multiple pregnancies are considered. Physiology, pathology and related laboratory values are emphasized and correlated with sonographic findings. Lectures are correlated with practical clinical experience.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 378 - OB/GYN Sonography III


    3 Hour(s)
    This course encompasses the disease states and toxins affecting both the developing fetus and the mother. Abnormal fetal development, anatomy and anomalies are emphasized. Lectures are correlated with practical clinical experience. Each student must formally present one case study during this semester.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 379 - Specialized Sonography


    3 Hour(s)
    This course focuses on the normal gross, cross-sectional, relational and sonographic anatomy of superficial structures, to include the male pelvis (bladder, prostate and scrotum), the thyroid and parathyroid glands and the breast. Pathologic findings encountered during these exams will be correlated with possible causative etiologies. Physiology, pathology and related laboratory values are emphasized and correlated with sonographic findings.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 380 - Sonography Principles & Instrumentation


    3 Hour(s)
    This course focuses on mathematical principals, the characteristics of sound and the mechanism of sonographic image production and display. Potential biological effects and safety are discussed together with the practical application of physical concepts.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 427 - Radiography Image Analysis III


    2 Hour(s)
    Imaging Analysis I-III
    These courses require students to analyze all technical aspects of radiographic image production and use problem-solving skills to determine proper corrections required for unacceptable radiographs. This course will provide the student with the knowledge to evaluate radiographic images. Requirements will focus on the ability to identify and recognize diagnostic quality. Advancement in examination difficulty and complexity will be reflected.

    Fall
    Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Rad Tech clinical phase.  
2 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 430 - Seminar in OB/GYN


    3 Hour(s)
3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 431 - Fetal Echocardiography


    3 Hour(s)
    This course will discuss the role of ultrasound in evaluating the fetal heart and introduce the student to a broad spectrum of congenital heart disease. This course will cover embryology of the heart along with the fetal echocardiography exam and protocols.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 432 - Vascular Sonography III


    3 Hour(s)
    This course focuses on the normal and abnormal gross, relational, cross-sectional and sonographic anatomy of the vascular system to include the abdominal vasculature, organ transplants, and penile Doppler. Mechanisms of disease, unique to the vascular system, as well as the relationship between cardiovascular disease and the health of other organ systems will be discussed. Correlation of laboratory findings and etiologies of disease will be covered. Advanced scanning techniques will be discussed. A short correlation of statistical data and vascular testing will be covered.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 434 - Introduction to Pediatric Imaging


    3 Hour(s)
    This course focuses on the anatomy, physiology, pathology and pathophysiology of each organ system of the abdomen, pelvis and other structures typically seen in the pediatric and adolescent patient. Normal anatomy and disease processes within the gastrointestinal system of the pediatric and adult patient will also be discussed. Students will become familiar with the clinical symptoms, lab values and specific ultrasound protocols for normal and abnormal cases.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 435 - Introduction to Musculoskeletal Imaging


    3 Hour(s)
    This course focuses on the introduction of normal gross, cross-sectional, relational and sonographic anatomy of the musculoskeletal system. Pathologic findings encountered during these exams will be correlated with possible causative etiologies. Physiology and pathology are emphasized and correlated with sonographic findings.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 437 - Abdominal Sonography III


    3 Hour(s)
    Our hospital partners at UWHC’s School of Medical Diagnostic Sonography have added a new course to better suit our shared students and support them in preparation for their ARDMS national registry exam.  This course will be completed in semester 4 of the program (FA of senior year).

    Lecture (didactic course)
    Fall
    Prerequisite(s): Admitance to the UWHC DMS program, general track (clinical phase: code DMGU).
3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 448 - Radiation Biology & Protection


    2 Hour(s)
    This course provides an overview of the principles of the interaction of radiation with living systems and describes various radiation protection methods. Radiation effects on molecules, cells, tissues and the body as a whole are presented. Factors affecting biological response are presented, including factors affecting cell response to acute and chronic results of radiation. Cell survival, genetic mutation, somatic and genetic effects of radiation, response to radiation of various tissues, and radiation syndromes are covered. Content presents the responsibilities of the radiographer for patients, personnel and the public. Radiation health and safety requirements of federal and state regulatory agencies, accreditation agencies, and health care organizations are incorporated. Students will be complete a scholarly research paper on an approved radiobiological topic approved by the course instructor.

    Spring
    Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Rad Tech clinical phase.  
2 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 450 - Radiographic Physics I


    2 Hour(s)
    This is a two-credit course. Course content is designed to establish basic knowledge of atomic structure and terminology. Also presented are the nature and characteristics of radiation, x-ray production and the fundamentals of photon interactions with matter. Introduction will include magnetism, electricity, and electromagnetism. Evaluation will be on the basis of unit tests and a final exam.

2 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 451 - Radiographic Physics II


    2 Hour(s)
    This is a two-credit course. Content is designed to establish knowledge in tube and generator circuitry. Also presented are the nature and characteristics of radiation, x-ray production and the fundamentals of photon interactions with matter. Evaluation will be on the basis of quizzes, unit tests and a final exam.

2 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 452 - Digital Imaging


    3 Hour(s)
    This is a three-credit course; content is designed to impart an understanding of the components, principles and operation of digital imaging systems found in diagnostic radiology. Factors that impact image acquisition display, archiving and retrieval are discussed. Guidelines for selection of exposure factors and evaluating images within a digital system assist interns to bridge between film-based and digital imaging systems. Evaluation will be on the basis of quizzes, unit tests, and a final examination.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 453 - Seminar in Radiography II


    2 Hour(s)
    This is a two-credit course; content is designed to provide the intern the ability to evaluate all aspects of the imaging system from processor to generator. The intern will perform basic equipment tests, identify and trouble shoot equipment problems. Lecture on quality control and quality assurance procedures within a radiology department will be covered. Evaluation will be on the basis of the accuracy and timeliness of laboratory procedures, unit tests and a final exam.

2 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 454 - Cross Sectional Anatomy


    3 Hour(s)
    This is a three-credit course designed to give the intern basic knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy at a minimum of the head and neck, thorax and abdomen. Evaluation will be on the basis of quizzes, unit tests and a final exam. Instruction incorporates CT and MR images.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 455 - Independent Study


    2 Hour(s)
    Interns will be assigned a written research project that will include an oral presentation, video display or a scientific exhibit. This project will be assigned two credits. This will enable the intern to develop critical thinking, research and writing skills along with an appreciation for professional development. Evaluation will be on the basis of research organization, completeness and presentation. The intern will select a topic of their choice. Successful completion of the independent study is a graduation requirement.

2 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 456 - Imaging Procedures IV


    2 Hour(s)
    This is a two-credit course. Topics to be covered include Special Orthopedic positioning, special gastrointestinal positioning, interventional procedures, basic principles of CT and MRI imaging. Evaluation will be on the basis of quizzes, tests and a final exam.

2 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 457 - Radiographic Pathology


    2 Hour(s)
    This is a two credit course; content is designed to introduce concepts related to disease and etiological considerations with emphasis on radiographic appearance of disease and impact on exposure factor selection. Evaluation will be on the basis of quizzes, unit exams and a final exam.

2 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 458 - Radiation Biology


    2 Hour(s)
    This is a two-credit course; content is designed to provide an overview of the principles of the interaction of radiation with living systems. Radiation effects on molecules, cells, tissues and the body as a whole are presented. Factors affecting biologic response are presented, including acute and chronic effects of radiation. Evaluation is on the basis of quizzes, unit tests and a final exam.

2 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 459 - Radiography Clinical Education IV


    3 Hour(s)
    The clinical education is broken down into six semesters. There are a required number of competencies the intern must complete by the end of the 6th semester. Evaluation of the intern’s positioning skills, equipment manipulation, and use of radiation protection, patient care and knowledge of image production is conducted by the Clinical Instructors, Clinical Coordinator, Program Director and qualified staff technologists. The breakdown of clinical credit is as follows: Semester I HSC 359  2 credits Semester II HSC 360  3 credits Semester III HSC 361  4 credits Semester IV HSC 459 3 credits Semester V HSC 460  3 credits Semester VI HSC 461  4 credits

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 460 - Radiography Clinical Education V


    3 Hour(s)
    The clinical education is broken down into six semesters. There are a required number of competencies the intern must complete by the end of the 6th semester. Evaluation of the intern’s positioning skills, equipment manipulation, and use of radiation protection, patient care and knowledge of image production is conducted by the Clinical Instructors, Clinical Coordinator, Program Director and qualified staff technologists. The breakdown of clinical credit is as follows: Semester I HSC 359  2 credits Semester II HSC 360  3 credits Semester III HSC 361  4 credits Semester IV HSC 459  3 credits Semester V HSC 460 3 credits Semester VI HSC 461  4 credits

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 461 - Radiography Clinical Education VI


    4 Hour(s)
    The clinical education is broken down into six semesters. There are a required number of competencies the intern must complete by the end of the 6th semester. Evaluation of the intern’s positioning skills, equipment manipulation, and use of radiation protection, patient care and knowledge of image production is conducted by the Clinical Instructors, Clinical Coordinator, Program Director and qualified staff technologists. The breakdown of clinical credit is as follows: Semester I HSC 359  2 credits Semester II HSC 360  3 credits Semester III HSC 361  4 credits Semester IV HSC 459  3 credits Semester V HSC 460  3 credits Semester VI HSC 461 4 credits

4 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 462 - Professional Development


    2 Hour(s)
    This is a two-credit course that serves as an overview of the entire program. This course will prepare the intern for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Course will also include study of the evolution of modern health care systems and professional organizations in Radiology. Evaluation will be on the basis of mock registry examinations.

2 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 470 - Vascular Sonography I


    3 Hour(s)
    This course focuses on the physical principles relating to the vascular system, normal gross, relational, cross-sectional and sonographic anatomy of the carotid. Mechanisms of disease, unique to the vascular system, as well as the relationship between cardiovascular disease and the health of other organ systems will be discussed. Correlation of laboratory findings and etiologies of disease will be covered. Doppler principles and vascular hemodynamics are presented.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 471 - Vascular Sonography II


    3 Hour(s)
    This course focuses on the normal gross, relational, cross-sectional and sonographic anatomy of the vascular system to include intracranial vessels, lower and upper extremity venous and arterial systems. Mechanisms of disease unique to the vascular system, as well as the relationship between cardiovascular disease and the health of other organ systems will be discussed. Correlation of laboratory findings and etiologies of disease will be covered. Doppler principles and vascular hemodynamics are presented. Various vascular scanning techniques will be discussed.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 472 - Seminar in Professional Development


    3 Hour(s)
    The main objective is for the student to apply the academic and clinical knowledge used in this program to develop a senior project. This course is designed to showcase the student’s ever evolving knowledge in sonography. The senior project consists of two parts: an in-depth written paper and oral presentation to one’s peers. Preparation for the sonography boards and professional review: The main objective is to provide the student with the opportunity to improve test-taking skills in preparation for the examination of the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography. Job-hunting, interview skills and resume writing will provide the student with skills needed when seeking employment. An overview of professional behavior and standards will be reviewed at this time.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 473 - Clinical Education IV


    3 Hour(s)
    Students are scheduled for clinical practicum at participating clinical education centers. Students progress in competence and ability on an individual basis and within the guidelines set forth by program faculty. Students are routinely evaluated on professional growth, personal interactions, and technical ability. A predetermined number of competencies specific to each learning concentration must be achieved throughout the duration of the program. Clinical experience rotations include abdominal imaging, OB/GYN, transthoracic cardiac imaging and vascular technology. Sonographic technique is also practiced during routinely schedule scan lab sessions, which are conducted by the program faculty.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 474 - Clinical Education V


    3 Hour(s)
    The clinical component of our program allows students to rotate through all aspects of general and vascular sonography. Student’s progress in competence and ability on an individual basis and within the guidelines set forth by program faculty. A total of 19 competencies must be achieved during the duration of the program. This course focuses on the mastery of all previously learned concentrations. Scan labs are no longer administered. Students should demonstrate the ability to perform at a level that does not require direct supervision.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 475 - Clinical Education VI


    3 Hour(s)
    Preliminary competencies and clinical competencies are completed by this semester. Students who fail to complete the clinical competencies by the end of this semester will not be able to graduate. Clinical instructors will evaluate the student’s performance by reviewing finished sonograms (or required series of sonographic images) produced by the student. All clinical evaluations and paperwork is completed on-line through E*Value and is submitted at the mid- and end-points of each clinical rotation. Clinical instructors will observe the student during each scanning procedure undertaken at the facility. Students will successfully complete all remaining clinical competency examinations, under the supervision of the clinical instructors, prior to graduation. The clinical competencies will be assigned a grade by the Clinical Education Coordinator/dedicated cardiac sonographer. Clinical experience rotations will include pediatric echocardiographic examinations and adult echocardiography pathology examinations. Faculty assesses each student during scanning labs offered with each didactic unit taught this semester. After completion of introductory scan labs and didactic material, students perform their preliminary competencies. Clinical instructors will evaluate the student’s performance by reviewing finished sonograms (or required series of sonographic images) produced by the student. All clinical evaluations and paperwork is completed on-line through E*Value and is submitted at the mid- and end-points of each clinical rotation.

3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 476 - Seminar in Education and Management


    3 Hour(s)
    This course will discuss theories and techniques of health care management, education, and research. Management strategies and concepts will be discussed and real-life case studies will be analyzed. Education theories and techniques as they specifically pertain to teaching in the allied health arena will be covered. Research methodology, basic research techniques and the unique role of the sonographer in research projects will be discussed. Problem solving strategies for scenarios in all three areas will be outlined. Areas of overlap in management and education will be discussed. Students will choose management, education or research as an area for their final project and be assigned to a mentor within their chosen area, from the health care community. Students will work on their final projects under the direction and supervision of their mentors and the instructor. Students will be responsible for participating in weekly online and in-class discussions on topics covered in the assigned readings, for their particular area of interest.

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptance to the DMS hospital phase
3 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 495 - Research in Health Science


    1-4 Hour(s)
    This course provides an opportunity for interested and highly motivated students to pursue research under the supervision of a Health Sciences (HS) faculty member.  Students will develop sufficient mastery of a research system of interest to allow them to acquire, interpret and present data appropriate for the resolution of a specific research question. 

    FA, SP
    Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing and instructor consent.
1-4 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 499 - Health and Human Experience Capstone


    1 Hour(s)
    Faculty members in Health and the Human Experience believe that a graduating senior intending to work as a health professional should have knowledge of the various contexts of religious and philosophical values, interpersonal and sociological issues, and anatomy and physiology knowledge. This course asks students to integrate the knowledge of several disciplines and apply this synthesis to discussion of current health problems and policies. Students will also complete their minor portfolio as a part of this one-credit course.

    SP
    Prerequisite(s): Enrolled in final semester
1 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 540 - Interprofessional Education Experience (IPE) II


    1 Hour(s)
    N/A

    This course is the second of a 2-course series to explore interprofessional teams. Interprofessional education (IPE) is an approach to teaching and learning that brings together students from two or more professions to learn about, from, and with each other in the service of enabling collaboration. The goal is to improve health outcomes through the education of a collaborative practice-ready workforce that is prepared to respond to local health needs (WHO, 2010). Therefore, the aim of this interactive experience is to provide an opportunity for healthcare pre-licensure trainees to learn core competencies for interprofessional collaborative practice to assist with their abilities to both integrate and work within healthcare teams (IPEC, 2011).  

    lecture 1; lab 0
    Annually
    Spring
    S/U Graded

    Prerequisite(s): HSC 520 or instructor approval
1 Hour(s)
  
  • HSC 6520 - Interprofessional Education I: Collaboration, Communication and Cultural Competency


    2 Hour(s)
    N/A

    Course Description: (no change)

    This course will introduce students to interprofessional practice (IPP), IPP core competencies, scope of practice, and integrative primary health in the areas of client-focused disease prevention, health promotion, and health literacy. Interprofessional practice skills in teamwork and collaboration will be developed in areas of mutual trust and respect, conflict resolution, and giving/accepting feedback.

    Interprofessional practice skills in communication will be developed in areas of verbal, nonverbal, and digital communication; client/family/stakeholder communication; and mindfulness, self-awareness, and empathetic listening and responsiveness. This course will also develop cultural competency through the exploration of student values, experiences, perceptions, stereotypes, and biases and an understanding of models to elicit a patient’s perspective on health and illness. Students will be able to identify social determinants of health and explain their connection to health inequities.

    Lecture
    S/U Graded

    Prerequisite(s):

    Prerequisites:

    PA Program: Admittance to the Carroll University MSPAS program.

    MOT Program: Admittance to the Carroll University MOT program.

    DPT Program: Entry-level Graduate Program in Physical Therapy standing and satisfactory completion of previous semesters of the professional program.

    MAT Program: Good standing in the Athletic Training Program.

     

2 Hour(s)

History (HIS)

  
  • HIS 103 - Roots of the Western World


    4 Hour(s)
    General Education H1

    This survey course traces the Western experience from our classical heritage to the French Revolution. It examines the major political, social, economic and religious institutions which worked to shape the world we live in today.

    FA, SP
4 Hour(s)
 

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