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NURSING continued health care delivery. Nursing history and the growth of leadership and management in nursing practice are reviewed. Legal and ethical responsibilities, cultural disparity of disease, emergency preparedness, and global health problems are discussed. Lectures and discussion enhance the integration and application of previous nursing knowledge. A minimum grade of C (78%) is required. Corequisite: NURS 306 Nursing C. Philosophy PHIL 101 Introduction to Philosophy 3 Examines the problems and scope of philosophical inquiry, introducing major issues in philosophy, including theories of being, theories of knowledge, and theories of value, with attention to the historical development of philosophical thought. Prerequisites: ENGL 101 English Composition I and ENGL 092 Preparing for College Reading ll, waiver by placement testing results, or permission of instructor. PHIL 111 Medical Law and Ethics 2 Provides an analysis and understanding of laws as they relate to the medical profession and the responsibilities and ethical considerations that must be considered and applied while executing these laws. Topics covered include codes of medical ethics, techniques and methods used in making ethical decisions, structure of the law as it relates to medical health, and the various laws as they pertain to specific situations. Case studies are utilized as much as possible. PHIL 400 Special Study in Philosophy 1-4 Involves independent work on a selected topic under the direction of members of the Philosophy faculty. Limited to two courses per student. Prerequisite: approval of the department chair and division dean. Physical Education PHED 112 Personal Fitness 1 An exercise and activity course that emphasizes personal fitness. Techniques and theories on how to maintain physical fitness are covered. Active participation by the student is expected throughout the course.
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PHED 118 Volleyball 1 Covers the game’s fundamental skills, techniques, rules, and strategies. Rules interpretation and match play strategies are also discussed.
PHED 128 Aerobics 1 Designed to teach students the principles and benefits of cardiovascular fitness through participation in aerobic exercise. Students will gain endurance and strength by participating in a regular exercise program. PHED 140 Yoga 1
Designed to help students find their mind-body-spirit connection and reduce their stress levels. Through the practice of traditional yoga postures, breathing exercises, and guided meditation students will gain strength, flexibility, peace of mind, and a basic understanding of yoga philosophies.
PHED 203 Principles of Coaching 3 Concentrates on the principles and techniques of coaching children and young adults in competitive athletics. Focuses on the philosophy and psychology of coaching, as well as coaching, organizational, and evaluative techniques. PHED 204 History and Philosophy of Sports 3 and Physical Education
Introduces students to the historical and philosophical study of sport and physical education. Traces the evolution of physical education and sport in ancient society, Europe, and the United States. Special emphasis will be placed on understanding the philosophies of past and present leaders in sport and physical education.
PHED 205 Lifeguard Training 3
Includes the skills and knowledge needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. Requirements and responsibilities of lifeguarding, rescue techniques, facilities operation, CPR, and First Aid, as well as the comprehension of the physiology of drowning are emphasized. Upon successful completion of the course, students are eligible to take the American Red Cross exams in Lifeguard, Community First Aid, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer to become certified as lifeguards. Students must be competent swimmers and able to pass a water pre-test given at the beginning of the course consisting of a continuous swim, treading water, and retrieving a submerged object.
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PHED 122 Weight Lifting 1 Weight lifting techniques and programs are stressed. Also, the theories on weight lifting are covered, and actual programs are worked on during the course.
PHED 400 Special Study in Physical 1-4 Involves independent work on a selected topic under the direction of members of the Physical Education Education and Athletics Department. Limited to two courses per student Prerequisite: approval of the department chair and division dean. Physics PHYS 107 Telecommunications Technical 4 Introduces students to the physical laws and principles inherent in the study of the core topics Physics of mechanics, vibrations and waves, light and optics, and electricity and magnetism. The topics of thermodynamics, heat, and modern physics are treated as time permits. Fiber optics, wave mechanics, and wave propagation are emphasized. Prerequisite: MATH 144 Telecommunications Technical Mathematics II.
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