RES-137--(1)
MICROORGANISMS & DISEASE PREVENTION
This orientation to medical microbiology introduces organisms according to type, biological classifications, distribution activity, and classifications. Includes morphology and basic physiology of bacterial cells, bacterial growth requirements, cell reproduction, common pathogenic organisms, diseases they cause, and culturing techniques. (1 contact hours)

RES-141--(7)
RESPIRATORY THERAPY PROCEDURES I
Includes basic theory and procedures of respiratory therapy. Orientation to equipment is given. Emphasizes anatomy and physiology of respiratory and cardiovascular systems. Basic science of equipment operation and procedures such as oxygen administration, IPPB and resuscitation are examined. Fee is required. (9 contact hours)

RES-142--(7)
RESPIRATORY THERAPY PROCEDURES II
Prerequisite: RES-141. Corequisite: Registration or credit in RES-154. Presents acid-base balance, cardiopulmonary diseases, pulmonary functions, and pharmacology. Discusses and demonstrates intubation, chest physiotherapy and sterilization. Fee is required. (9 contact hours)

RES-145--(2)
RESPIRATORY THERAPY PATIENT CARE
Corequisite: Registration or credit in RES-141. This introductory lecture hospital course provides clinical skills necessary to function in the hospital environment. Emphasizes assessment, patient therapy modalities and evaluation skills and techniques. (3.5 contact hours)

RES-154--(2)
CLINICAL PRACTICE I
Prerequisite: RES-141. Corequisite: Registration or credit in RES-142. Emphasizes application of oxygen, aerosol, IPPB, pulmonary functions, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Beneficial effects oftherapy, monitoring and diagnostic techniques are included. Fee is required. (8 contact hours)

RES-157--(6)
CLINICAL PRACTICE II
Prerequisite: RES-145, RES-154. Corequisite: Registration in RES-158. Emphasizes development of new skills involving nasotracheal suctioning, chest physiotherapy, intubation and extubation assist, and maintenance and sterilization of equipment. Refines skills learned in RES-154. Fee is required.10 weeks (32 contact hours)

RES-158--(2)
ADV PHYSIOLOGY & CLINICAL APPLIC.
Prerequisite: RES-142. Corequisite: Registration or credit in RES-157. Study respiration and metabolism, breathing mechanics, pulmonary circulation, diffusion, and blood gas transport. Ventilation-perfusion relationships, pH equilibrium, pulmonary function, and neurogenesis of respiration are covered. Fee is required.10 weeks (4 contact hours)

RES-200--(1)
EKG APPLICATION & THEORY
Prerequisite: Current enrollment in or graduation from a health career program accredited by a college, recognized agency or sponsor. This course is designed to provide the health care professional with a basic understanding of electrocardiography theory and application. (1.5 contact hours)

RES-250--(4)
CLINICAL PRACTICE III
Prerequisite: RES-145, RES-157; registration in RES-254. Emphasizes intensive care and critical care medicine. Covers pediatric respiratory care and pulmonary function in a hospital environment. Fee is required. (20 contact hours)

RES-251--(4)
CLINICAL PRACTICE IV
Prerequisite: RES-250 and RES-254. Corequisite: Registration or credit in RES-255. Gain comprehensive exposure to emergency care, critical care maintenance and other applicable clinical procedures. Includes increased direct responsibility and physician contact, patient care plans, and evaluation of therapeutic modalities. Fee is required. (20 contact hours)

RES-254--(3)
RESPIRATORY THERAPY PROCEDURES III
Prerequisite: RES-157, RES-158; registration in RES-250. Cardiopulmonary anatomy; physiology and mechanisms; gas transport mechanisms; effect of altitude, exercise and artificial atmospheres on function; pediatric considerations; applications of pulmonary function testing; and manifestations of pulmonary and cardiopulmonary disease are studied. Fee is required. (3 contact hours)

RES-255--(3)
RESPIRATORY THERAPY PROCEDURES IV
Prerequisite: RES-250, RES-254; registration in RES-251. Presents clinical, radiologic and laboratory assessment of the patient. Explore management of ventilatory respiratory failure and airway obstruction. Assess etiology, diagnosis, pathology, symptoms, and treatment of various pulmonary and related disease entities. Fee is required. (3 contact hours)