Course Lookup: Non-Matriculated Students

Description: An orientation course for first semester students in the Department of Business Information Technology. Students will be introduced to college and departmental policies and procedures, academic advisement and registration, and campus services. Students will learn tools and techniques for academic success and for keeping pace with trends and issues in information management, information technology, and office administration.

Credits: 1
Hours : 1

Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Connect with resources that support their academic, career and personal goals.
2. Demonstrate a working knowledge of college rules, regulations and systems.
3. Demonstrate a working knowledge of academic advisement and registration.
4. Develop a personal academic plan.
5. Discuss key skills necessary for academic success.
6. Assess and understand your current strengths and areas for growth.
7. Access information on trends, issues, and career possibilities in the areas of information technology, information management, and office administration.

Description: Overview of the field of Clinical Laboratory Technology and its role within healthcare organizations. Designed to acquaint the student with the clinical laboratory and the professional role of practitioners within the health care delivery system. Review of professionalism, safety and regulatory issues, introduction to values, ethics, and interpersonal communication in these settings.

Credits: 1
Hours: 1 Class Hour

Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Identify the roles and elements in the organizational structure of a typical healthcare facility.
2. Describe the roles of health care practitioners in healthcare facilities and laboratories, including thier academic preparation, professional credentials, and contributions as part of the healthcare team.
3. Explain basic concepts of communication and identify professional communication sufficient to serve the needs of patients and the public.
4. Identify policies and procedures for maintaining laboratory safety, including those related to infection control, electrical, chemical, radiation and biological hazards, and fire safety.
5. Describe the impact of regulatory compliance on individuals and healthcare organizations, including licensure, HIPAA, CLIA, OSHA, and others.
6. Apply ethical standards to potential situations in the helathcare setting, including patient confidentiality.
7. Explain the importance of professional conduct in healthcare, including communication, collaboration, and a commitment to lifelong learning.

Description: Introduction to basic skills and equipment used in the clinical laboratory. Orientation to elements of quality control, laboratory mathematics, clinical assay techniques, safety, and collection and handling of specimens for laboratory analysis.

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prior or Concurrent: CLT 110 Introduction to Clinical Laboratory Technology and approval of CLT advisor

Credits: 1
Hours: 1

Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Describe safety regulations and best practices in the laboratory.
2. Identify and explain the use of common laboratory equipment.
3. Perform common laboratory mathematical calculations.
4. Describe what a quality assurance program is and identify common components.
5. Discuss the function of hematology, chemistry, microbiology, urinalysis, immunology and immunohematology labs in regard to: (a.) type of specimen analyzed (b.) type of testing performed.
6. Review the policies and procedures of the SUNY Broome Community College’s Clinical Laboratory Technician Program.

Description: A practical application of the urinary system and formation of other bodily fluids. Emphasis is on the performance, interpretation and clinical significance of routine and special test procedures.

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Corequisite:   CLT 202 Urinalysis & Body Fluids

Credits: 1
Hours: 1 Laboratory Hour

Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Follow proper safety guidelines in the laboratory at all times.
2. Explain the collection and handling procedures for urine and body fluids.
3. Perform the physical, chemical and microscopic examination of urine and body fluids performed by the clinical laboratory.
4. Understand the test methodologies used in the chemical analysis of urine.
5. Identify commonly seen urinary crystals, cells and casts.
6. Perform a CSF and other body fluid cell count and morphology and understand the clinical significance of these tests.

Description: An introduction to the field of blood banking, including the study of theoretical knowledge of blood groups and blood grouping, component and transfusion therapies, transfusion reactions, and allo- and auto-antibody formation.

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite: CLT 216 Immunology or BIO 216 Immunology, and approval of the CLT advisor
Corequisite: CLT 206L Immunohematology Lab

Credits: 3
Hours: 2 Class Hours, 1 Laboratory Hours

Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Describe classic problems inherent to blood transfusion and the solutions currently in use.
2. Apply basic principles of genetics to immunohematology.
3. Apply basic principles of immunology to blood group serology.
4. Explain the process of donor selection, describe the processes of blood or blood component donation, including apheresis.
5. Explain the clinical significance of abnormal and disease states related to immunohematology, including drug-induced red blood cell destruction, polyagglutination, transfusion reactions, and Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn (HDN) and list the procedures relevant to each.
6. Discuss medicolegal aspects of blood banking and the medicolegal responsibilities of an immunohematologist.
7. Describe the theory behind alternative technologies and automation in routine blood bank testing.

Description: A practical application of the ABO and Rh grouping, antibody identification, and compatibility testing. Emphasis is on the performance, interpretation and clinical significance of routine and special test procedures.

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Corequisite: CLT 206 Immunohematology

Credits: 1
Hours: 1 Laboratory Hour

Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Follow proper safety guidelines in the laboratory at all times.
2. Display appropriate professional behavior.
3. Demonstrate logical approaches to problem solving - selecting appropriate units and crossmatching them with unknown patient specimens.
4. Describe and perform the testing procedures performed in the clinical immunohematology laboratory, including Coombs’ (antiglobulin) testing, ABO testing, Rh testing, other blood group testing, alloantibody screening, RBC autoantibody testing, compatibility testing.
5. Describe and perform transfusion test procedures, including procedures related to component therapy.

Description: Advanced techniques in collecting venous blood and capillary blood specimens. Topics include anatomy and physiology as related to specimen collection; properties of arterial blood versus venous blood; specialized collection equipment; specialized collection techniques; requisitioning, specimen transport and specimen processing, and quality assurance. Competency required in the performance of routine venipuncture and micro blood drawing techniques.

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prior or Concurrent: CLT 204 Fundamental Phlebotomy and permission of the CLT advisor

Credits: 2
Hours: 2 Class Hours

Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Describe the procedure and situations that necessitate special venipuncture techniques and special dermal puncture techniques the reason and procedure for arterial blood collection and perform the modified Allen test.
2. Understand the significance of infection control measures.
3. Demonstrate understanding of requisitioning, specimen transport and specimen processing for in-house and reference lab testing and for testing to be used for legal evidence.
4. List non-blood samples tested in the laboratory and describe the collection procedure required for the non-blood samples collected in an outpatient setting.
5. Describe the system for monitoring quality assurance in the collection of blood specimens.
6. Define the different terms used in the medicolegal aspect for phlebotomy and discuss policies and protocol designed to avoid medicolegal problems.
7. Perform a successful venipuncture using a winged infusion device.

Description: A practical application of phlebotomy techniques in a clinical laboratory setting or health care environment. The course focuses on safety, quality control, communication, interpersonal skills, and ethical considerations relating to patients. Clinical hours: 160 hours total.

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prior or Concurrent: CLT 204 Fundamental Phlebotomy and CLT 214 Specialized Phlebotomy, and permission of the CLT advisor

Credits: 4
Hours: 120 Clinical Hours

Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Follow proper safety guidelines in the laboratory at all times.
2. Demonstrate professional conduct and interpersonal communication skills with patients, laboratory personnel and other health care personnel.
3. Demonstrate competence in performing phlebotomy and phlebotomy procedures as specified in the associated clinical objectives list.
4. Perform a minimum of 100 successful unaided venipuncture collections.
5. Complete at least 144 hours of clinical time in an accredited healthcare facility.
6. Observe and describe the organization and functioning of a typical clinical laboratory.

Description: This course introduces the juvenile justice system, to include the history, philosophy, components, and processes. Examination of various diversion options and system responses are explored.

Credits: 3
Hours: 3

Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Describe the components and structure of the juvenile justice system in the United States.
2. Identify and define juvenile delinquency and status offenses.
3. Explain the importance of discretion and diversion options.
4. Describe the roles of various agencies involved in the juvenile justice system.

Description: This course is designed to help students become more successful in academic, personal, and professional realms. Students will gain an understanding of how thought processes impact habits, attitudes, beliefs, and expectations. Students will identify personal and professional goals, the barriers affecting their ability to reach these goals, and identify strategies to overcome these barriers. Cognitive and behavioral strategies to help students enhance success and become self-empowered are included. This course focuses on the development of the soft skills needed to help students reach their individual potential.

Credits: 1
Hours: 1 Class Hour

Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Identify beliefs they hold about themselves and their abilities, how they were shaped, and ways to overcome these scotomas.
2. Explain how they can change their future by changing old habits, attitudes, and beliefs which are not effective in helping them achieve their goals.
3. Recognize and discuss the three components of developing positive self-talk and how negative self-talk can impede achievement of set goals.
4. Identify future goals, barriers to achievement of these goals, and strategies for overcoming these barriers.
5. Create affirmations and apply the affirmation process to help them achieve personal and/or professional goals.

Description: Instruction and practice in the various strokes. Rules, terminology and equipment. Strategy for singles and doubles.

Credits: (1/2)
Hours: 4 Class Hours, 11 Laboratory Hours per half semester
Note: CV=cardiovascular

Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Recognize and identify the five basic shots in the game of badminton.
2. Demonstrate the five basic shots in the game of badminton.
3. Have an understanding of the rules and scoring of a badminton game.
4. Identity and execute the two basic service strokes/Drop and High clear.
5. Have an appreciation of badminton as a game that allows for a wide range of expertise and conditioning, from leisurely played in back yard game to a highly competitive athletic event.

Description: This second course in an Emergency Medical Technician's progression to Critical Care Technician or Paramedic covers an in-depth discussion of cardiovascular pathophysiology and advanced treatment modalities including basic ECG interpretation. In-depth discussion of pathophysiology and advanced treatment modalities for special populations include; gynecological & obstetrics patients and neonatal & pediatric patients. An introduction to hazardous materials awareness concludes this course.

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisites for this course are: successful completion of PMD 211 & PMD 211L Foundations in Advanced Prehospital Care, or permission of the instructor.

General prerequisites include: a currently valid New York State EMT certificate, field experience, and successful completion of instructor approved course work in human anatomy and physiology, e.g. BIO 131 Anatomy & Physiology I and BIO 132 Anatomy & Physiology II. Course work in human anatomy and physiology may be taken concurrently.

Co-requisite: If successful completion of instructor approved course work in human anatomy and physiology, e.g. BIO 131 Anatomy & Physiology I and BIO 132 Anatomy & Physiology II has not been accomplished then course work in human anatomy and physiology may be taken concurrently which at BCC is the BIO 131 Anatomy & Physiology I and 132 Anatomy & Physiology II sequence.

Credits: 3
Hours: 3 Class hours; 1.5 Lab Hours; 2 Clinical hours

Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course, following classroom didactic, affective and psychomotor education along with the completion of clinical time each student will be able to:

1. Synthesize pathophysiological principles with basic and advanced assessment findings to articulate a field impression, and subsequently develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient with:
a. A cardiovascular emergency
b. A gynecological emergency
2. Describe the anatomy and physiology of the female reproductive system.
3. Consistently demonstrate assessment and management of a patient experienceing normal or abnormal labor and delivery.
4. Synthesize pathopysiological principles with basic and advanced assessment findings to articulate a field impression, and subsequently develop and implement a treatement plan for the:
a. Neonatal patient
b. Pediatric patient
5. Recognize and evaluate hazardous material emergencies, call for appropriate resources, and safely manage patients in the cold zone.

Description: This seventh course in an Emergency Medical Technician’s or this second course in a Critical Care Technician’s progression to Paramedic covers the synthesis of information in order to make sound clinical decisions. In-depth discussion of geriatric emergencies is followed by advanced cardiac pathophysiology and skills including 12 lead interpretations. Neonatology and pediatrics emergencies and the skills necessary to care for them are reviewed. The course concludes with a brief discussion of the recognition of abuse.

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisites for this course are permission of the instructor.
For EMS providers at the EMT level general prerequisites include: A currently valid New York State EMT certificate, field experience, and successful completion of instructor approved course work in human anatomy and physiology, e.g. BIO 131 and BIO 132. Course work in human anatomy and physiology may be taken concurrently.

For EMS providers at the Critical Care level (bridge students) must have completed PMD 221 & 221L.

Co-requisite: If successful completion of instructor approved course work in human anatomy and physiology, e.g. BIO 131 and BIO 132 has not been accomplished then course work in human anatomy and physiology may be taken concurrently which at BCC is the BIO 131 and 132 sequence.

Credits: 4
Hours: 3 Class hours; 1.5 Laboratory hours; 3 Clinical hours

Course Profile
Learning Outcomes for this course:
Upon successful completion of this course, following classroom didactic, affective and psychomotor education along with the completion of clinical time each student will be able to:

1. Systematically apply accepted clinical decision making skills to formulate a field impression and treatment plan.
2. Consistently integrate advanced diagnostic techniques and skills for the patient with cardiovascular disease.
3. Synthesize pathophysiological principles with basic and advanced assessment findings to articulate a field impression, and subsequently develop and implement a treatment plan for the unique emergencies of the:
a. Geriatric patient
b. Pediatric patient
c. Patient who has sustained abuse or assault

Description: A clinical affiliation assignment in a health care facility to assist students to improve skills and increase experience. Students work under the supervision of a physical therapist with patients requiring treatments including modalities, exercise routines related to neurological conditions, patient care skills, ambulation, activities of daily living and other interventions with which the student is familiar. The student meets with the clinical coordinator to assess progress. Includes the observation of surgical procedures. Clinical hours: 40 hr/week for 5 weeks.
Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite: PTA 110 Clinical Affiliation I.
Corequisites: PTA 201 Kinesiology, PTA 202 Therapeutic Exercise.

Credits: 4
Hours: 13.3 Clinical Hours

Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Provide physical therapy services as specified in the plan of care developed by the physical therapist.
2. Perform all interventions/assessments in a safe, ethical, efficient and technically competent manner that minimizes risk to patient, self and others.
3. Communicate with patient, peers, family members and other caregivers in writing and orally in ways congruent to situational needs and supports delivery of patient services.
4. Obtain accurate information by performing selected data collection consistent with the plan of care established by PT.
5. Deliver established patient care in a professional manner that reflects respect for and sensitivity to individual differences.
6. Manage a caseload of at least 1/2 of a typical PTA patient caseload of patients with basic diseases, conditions, and injuries.
7. Demonstrate time management skills.
8. Access information from literature relevant to interventions.
9. Recognize pharmaceuticals, their indications and side effects as they relate to patient rehabilitation.
10. Examine the method and document the experience of an observed surgical procedure.

Description: Introduction and orientation to the Radiology Department in an affiliating site. Clinical hours: 7.5 hours/day for 6 days; 45 hours total.

Prerequisite- Corequisite
Prerequisite: RAD 100 Introduction to Clinical Education

Credits: 1
Hours: 45 Clinical Hours

Course Profile
Learning Outcomes of the Course:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. Properly identify patients and exam to be performed.
2. Communicate effectively with the patient, the staff, and classmates.
3. Read and utilize radiographic control panels.
4. Observe and assist the radiographer in a radiographic examination.
5. Perform all four (4) tasks analyses.
6. Identify all items on the clinical performance evaluation with 90% accuracy.
7. Maintain all records of clinical assignment hours and clinical examinations observed or performed with a radiographer.