AHLT 1501 Medical Terminology 3 s.h.
This course will provide a basic understanding of the origin and components of medical terms needed to reach the goal of learning the language of health care. Included in the content will be definitions, pronunciation, spelling and proper abbreviations. Inherent in comprehending medical terminology would be the review of anatomical structures and systems involved in the functioning of the human body; as well as, diagnoses, surgeries, diagnostic tests and pharmaceutical terms needed to understand patient medical care. This is an online course.
Prereq.: None.
AHLT 1502 Applied Pathophysiology 4 s.h.
Introduction to clinical anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology with application to acute and chronic illness.
AHLT 2605 Introduction to Pharmacology 3 s.h.
Identification and interactions of drugs used in patient care including the pharmacological action and effects on the patient. Various modes of administration and patient education regarding the effects of common drugs. This is an online course.
Prereq.: Basic knowledge anatomy and physiology.
AHLT 3704 Quantitative Methods in Health Sciences 3 s.h.
This course is designed to provide the Health Care Professional with the ability to read and critically evaluate published research results and reports. Also, to become an educated consumer of medical/dental research and apply evidence based decision making. Critique research results to make judgments regarding the relevance, creditably and usefulness to clinical decision making. Allows for application of research results in the clinical setting.
AHLT 3711 Health Care Information Systems 3 s.h.
The course is comprehensive analysis of the concepts and applications of medical informatics. Relevant technologies and "real world" skills are presented in the field of Medical Informatics using data and medical software.
AHLT 3740 Pathology of Infectious Diseases 3 s.h.
Pathology, prevention, transmission, and treatment of infectious disease; emphasis on nosocomial, opportunistic, and emerging bacterial, fungal, parasitic, and viral organisms.
AHLT 3755 Principles of Occupational Health and Safety 3 s.h.
Contemporary concepts of occupational health and safety as they apply to health-related environments. Includes development of elements needed to implement comprehensive health and safety plans.
AHLT 4801 Special Topics 1-3 s.h.
The directed study and research of a special problem or issue related to the health field. The topic of interest allows the student to participate in the investigation of aspects of administration, education, business, or research as these pertain to the particular health specialty. May be repeated for a total of 6 semester hours.
AHLT 4804 Stress and the Health Care Professional 3 s.h.
Personal reactions of those involved in health education or the delivery of health care to patients, families, and their health environment. Indicators of stress and coping strategies, organizational systems, communication theory, conflict resolution, problem solving, and burnout.
AHLT 4805 Health Education for Allied Health 3 s.h.
University as well as hospital-based programs reviewed in regard to accreditation, clinical vs didactic instruction, use of simulations, and evaluation techniques. Public health education and the role of the Allied Health professional. A major learning unit and/or research project required.
AHLT 4806 Research Methods 3 s.h.
Measurement and interpretation of health data and their application in the research process. Research design considerations, data collection methods, and data analysis of health care research projects.
AHLT 4810 Management Skills for Health Professionals 3 s.h.
A study of the conceptual framework of supervision in Health Care Organizations with emphasis on managerial skills, formulation of policies, principles of budgeting, performance appraisals, and community relations.
AHLT 4820 Directed Research 3 s.h.
Individual study of an issue related to the health care field. Students must present research at a faculty and student forum.
Prereq.:Senior standing and AHLT 4806 or a research methods course approved by the course instructor.
Gen Ed: Capstone.
AHLT 5807 Epidemiology 3 s.h.
A study of the interrelationships of the host, agent, and environment in determining the causation, frequency, and distribution of disease.
Prereq.: AHLT 3708, AHLT 5840, AHLT 4806, or permission of instructor.
AHLT 5816 Environmental Regulations 3 s.h.
Structure and function of federal, state, and local agencies responsible for implementing environmental legislation. Emphasis on the duties and authority of different health and environmental agencies and specific legislation dealing with environmental impacts.
AHLT 5831 Industrial Hygiene 3 s.h.
Basic concepts of industrial hygiene including anticipation, recognition, and evaluation of environmental and safety hazards as they pertain to the workplace.
AHLT 5840 Comparative Health Systems 3 s.h.
Problems and issues facing global health care systems including access to care, financing and rationing of services. A major project is included.