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  • RADT 225: Computed Tomography: Physics, Instrumentation and Imaging

    3.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Provides students with a holistic overview of the physical principles and instrumentation involved in Computed Tomography (CT). This course is one of four didactic courses designed for Radiologic Technologists Registered (or registry eligible new graduates) in Radiography through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) or in Nuclear Medicine through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB). This course is also designed for the technologist who is seeking to obtain one of the following: post primary certification in Computed Tomography (CT) through the ARRT or NMTCB, employment as a CT technologist, ARRT category A and NMTCB continuing education credits, or is a medical imaging professional seeking to complete HACC's Radiologic Imaging option within the Health Science AAS degree. Signature of the Radiologic Technology Program Director is required.
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  • RADT 294: Independent Study - Topics in Radiologic Technology

    2.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Designed for independent study delivery and allows students the opportunity to engage in more in-depth exploration of topics within the discipline of Radiologic Technology that are not currently part of the College's traditional curriculum. Enrollment is restricted to students in the Radiologic Technology AS program. A course fee is required.
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  • RE 101: Real Estate Fundamentals

    3.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Covers the practices of real estate in Pennsylvania. This course provides the foundation for further study, as it is designed to familiarize students with the language, principles, and laws governing the real estate profession. Emphasis is placed on the fundamental concepts of land, property, and rights in realty and the practices, methods, and laws that govern the conveyance of these rights.
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  • RE 102: Real Estate Practice

    3.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Outlines the role of a real estate agent in the field of residential brokerage. This course introduces students to all facets of the real estate business, including fields of specialization. Students develop a working knowledge of the necessary forms and documents, including real estate mathematics as they become acquainted with the basic techniques, procedures, regulations, and ethics involved in a real estate transaction. Pre/Corequisite: RE 101 with a grade of C or higher. Prerequisite:    RE 101 Corequisite:    RE 101
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  • RESP 100: Introduction to Respiratory Care

    2.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Introduces respiratory care as an allied health specialty with emphasis on role delineation, scope of practice, history, and the organization of the profession. This course emphasizes basic science concepts including gas physics, cleaning and the sterilization of equipment, and computer technology. Student success topics are also covered. This is a web-enhanced class. Prerequisite: Eligibility for enrollment into MATH 055 (or MATH 051). This course must be completed within 24 months of starting the respiratory therapy clinical component. Prerequisite:    ( MATH 033 and 044 ) or ( MATH 090, 091, 103, 104, 113, 114, 116, 119, or 121 )
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  • RESP 120: Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology

    4.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Covers anatomy and physiology of the heart and lungs. This course discusses the factors influencing ventilation, ventilation and perfusion relationships, regulation of ventilation, and gas transport. Metabolic and respiratory acid-base balance, with stress on arterial blood gas interpretation, is also included. Enrollment is restricted to students in the Respiratory Therapist AS program. Non-majors need permission of the Program Director. Prerequisite: CHEM 100 with a grade of C or higher. RESP 100 must be successfully completed within 24 months of taking this class. Prerequisite:    RESP 100
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  • RESP 130: Hospital Orientation

    2.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Covers the practitioner/patient relationship, patient rights, and the teamwork of healthcare workers. This course requires that the student spend four hours per week under the direct supervision of an instructor in a clinical affiliate. Topics include isolation techniques, patient positioning, lifting and moving, vital signs, charting, and patient interaction. Students rotate through various departments in order to gain an understanding of the roles of auxiliary services. A course fee is required. Enrollment is restricted to students in the Respiratory Therapist AS program. Prerequisite: CHEM 100 with a grade of C or higher. Majors need the American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification. RESP 100 must be successfully completed within 24 months of taking this class. Prerequisite:    RESP 100
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  • RESP 140: Oxygen Administration

    4.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Covers basic respiratory care equipment and procedures with and introduction to medical gas therapy, humidification and nebulization devices, and oxygen analyzers. This course emphasizes humidity/aerosol therapy and oxygen delivery systems and includes discussion of the rationale for use, proper administration, and theory of operation and maintenance. Arterial blood gas sampling and Sustained Maximal Inspiration (SMI/ISB) are also covered. Enrollment is restricted to students in the Respiratory Therapist AS program. A course fee is required. Prerequisite: RESP 120, 130, 160, and 200 with a grade of C or higher. Prerequisite:    RESP 120 & RESP 130 & RESP 160 & RESP 200 & RESP 175 Corequisite:    RESP 175
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  • RESP 150: Pharmacology

    3.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Covers the safe use of therapeutic drugs. This course emphasizes drug actions, routes of administration, dosage calculation, and adverse reactions. Enrollment is restricted to students in the Respiratory Therapist AS program. A course fee is required. Prerequisite: RESP 120, 130, 160 and 200 with a grade of C or higher. Prerequisite:    RESP 140 & RESP 175 Corequisite:    RESP 175
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  • RESP 160: Patient Assessment

    3.00 Credits
    Harrisburg Area Community College-Harrisburg

    Covers patient chest assessment, auscultation of breath sounds, principles of chest x-ray and interpretation, and ECG interpretation. Enrollment is restricted to students in the Respiratory Therapist AS program. Prerequisite: CHEM 100 with a grade of C or higher. Prerequisite:    RESP 100
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