Biological Science
BIO 1314 – Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Through a systematic study of the structure and function of the human body, its cells, tissues, organs and systems, the student will identify and describe basic anatomical structures and fundamental physiological processes that occur in health and disease for the major body systems. Laboratory work which requires dissection is an integral and required part of the course.
Prerequisites: ENGL 0203 or adequate placement score or by meeting determined placement measures; MATH 0103 or adequate math placement. An adequate biology placement test score or BIO 0123 or a college-level biological science class.
Credits: 4
BIO 1414 – Human Anatomy and Physiology II
With Human Anatomy & Physiology I as a foundation, the student will advance his or her study of the structure and function of the human body and will identify and describe more detailed anatomical structures and more comprehensive physiological processes that occur in health through a systematic survey of the major body systems. Laboratory work which requires dissection is an integral and required part of the course.
Prerequisites: BIO 1314 with a grade of “C” or higher
Credits: 4
Emergency Medical Sciences
EMS 1014 – Emergency Medical Technology I
The student will be able to do the following by describing the role of the Emergency Medical Technician
in an emergency medical services system: perform patient assessment on patients with traumatic
injuries, manage a multi-casualty incident including triage, correctly manage traumatic injuries to the
body and its systems, perform lifting and moving techniques and light extrication. The student will
summarize and interpret legal responsibilities of safe ambulance operations; evaluate psychological
and physical factors affecting safe emergency vehicle operations, incident command, hazardous
materials incidents, crime scene awareness, rescue awareness. The student will demonstrate
techniques for gaining access to the patient, disentanglement, patient movement, and recognize and
manage situations posing threats to patients, EMT’s or bystanders. The course includes foundational
medical terminology, pharmacology, and fundamental pathophysiology. Additionally, the student will
describe current EMS law as it applies to the EMT. The course does include lab
Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures
Credits: 4
EMS 1015 – Emergency Medical Technology II
The student will be able to do the following by describing the role of the Emergency Medical Technician
in an emergency medical services system: perform patient assessment on patients with medical
emergencies, as well as medical emergencies of varying types and causes, perform lifting and moving
techniques and light extrication. The student will summarize and interpret legal responsibilities of safe
ambulance operations; evaluate psychological and physical factors affecting safe emergency vehicle
operations, incident command, hazardous materials incidents, crime scene awareness, rescue
awareness. The student will demonstrate techniques for gaining access to the patient, patient
movement, and recognize and manage situations posing threats to patients, EMT’s or bystanders. The
course includes, principles of safely operating a ground ambulance, and current required NIMS and
Hazardous Materials training. Additionally, the student will describe current EMS law as it applies to the
EMT. The course does include lab and field rotations.
Prerequisites: EMS 1014
Credits: 5
EMS 1113 – ECG Interpretation and Procedures
ECG Interpretation introduces the student to the electrical conduction system of the heart and basic ECG interpretation of cardiac rhythms and dysrhythmias and procedures related to the management of these dysrhythmias. The student will be expected to accept accountability for personal learning and performance which reflects a fundamental understanding of basic ECG interpretation, 12 lead interpretation including identification of acute myocardial infarction, application and acquisition of 12 lead ECG, defibrillation, cardioversion and transcutaneous pacing. This course is designed for paramedic students, nursing students, graduate nurses, CCU monitor technicians and other healthcare providers who require ECG interpretation skills.
Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures
Credits: 3
EMS 1324 – Paramedic Care I, Trauma Emergencies
Paramedic Care I introduces the student to basic EMS knowledge, an
advanced level patient assessment, clinical reasoning, and the components of safe quality care.
Paramedic Care I is also a study of pathophysiology, and management of trauma emergencies.
Course to include clinical reasoning and the development of treatment plans. The student will
be expected to accept accountability for personal learning and performance which reflects a
fundamental understanding of professionalism of EMS personnel, workforce wellness,
documentation, ethics and legalities, standards of paramedic practice and a complex
understanding of traumatic injury assessment and management. The course also introduces the
paramedic student to venous access, IV therapy, medication administration, drug calculations
and advanced airway management that will be used in treating patients in the prehospital
environment. Includes Laboratory and Clinical Shifts.
Prerequisites: EMS 1014 and EMS 1015
Credits: 4
EMS 1334 – Paramedic Care II, Medical I
Paramedic Care II is a study of adult epidemiology, psychosocial impact,
pathophysiology, presentation, prognosis, and management of medical emergencies. Course to
include clinical reasoning and the development of treatment plans. The student will be
expected to accept accountability for personal learning and performance which reflects a
complex understanding and ability to apply knowledge and skills to neurological emergencies;
allergies and anaphylaxis; abdominal and gastrointestinal disorders; immunological,
endocrinological, toxicological, hematological, genitourinological, renal, non-traumatic
musculoskeletal, behavioral and psychiatric disorders; infectious diseases; and the application
of standards of paramedic practice. Includes Laboratory and Clinical Shifts.
Prerequisites: EMS 1324; Co-requisites: EMS 1113
Credits: 4
EMS 2044 – Paramedic Care III, Medical II
Paramedic Care III is a study and practical application of adult
epidemiology, psychosocial impact, pathophysiology, and management of respiratory and
cardiovascular emergencies. Course to include clinical reasoning and the development of
treatment plans. The student will be expected to accept accountability for personal learning
and performance which reflects a complex understanding and ability to apply knowledge and
skills in scenario-based education to respiratory and cardiovascular emergencies and apply
standards of paramedic practice. Includes Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification,
Laboratory and Clinical Shifts included.
Prerequisites: EMS 1334; EMS 1113; BIO 1414
Credits: 4
EMS 2054 – Paramedic Care IV, OB and Pediatric Emergencies
Paramedic Care IV is a study of neonatal and pediatric conditions and
emergencies including epidemiology, psychosocial impact, anatomy, physiology,
pathophysiology, presentation, prognosis, and management. The course also includes
pregnancy related emergencies and management. Course to include clinical reasoning and the
development of treatment plans. The student will be expected to accept accountability for
personal learning and performance which reflects a complex understanding and ability to
apply knowledge and skills in common neonatal and pediatric disorders and emergencies
including respiratory, cardiovascular, shock and resuscitation, technology dependent, chronic
illness emergencies, abuse, neglect, and poverty using the application of standards of
paramedic practice. Includes Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification, Laboratory and
Clinical Shifts.
Prerequisites: EMS 2044
Credits: 4
EMS 2064 – Paramedic Care V, Special Populations
Paramedic Care V is a study of common disorders and emergencies in the
geriatric, bariatric, and patients with special challenges including epidemiology, psychosocial
impact, anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, presentation, prognosis, and management.
Course to include clinical reasoning and the development of treatment plans. The student will
be expected to accept accountability for personal learning and performance which reflects a
complex understanding and ability to apply knowledge and skills in emergencies affecting
special populations including polypharmacological impacts, chronic illness, abuse, neglect,
poverty, and the terminally ill using the application of standards of paramedic practice.
Laboratory and Clinical Shifts included.
Prerequisites: EMS 2054; Co-requisite: EMS 2274
Credits: 4
EMS 2274 – EMS Leadership
EMS Leadership integrates didactic knowledge, psychomotor skills,
affective behavior and clinical instruction throughout the program to demonstrate entry level
paramedic competency and apply clinical decision making. The student will be expected to
accept accountability for personal learning and performance which reflects a complex
understanding and the ability to apply knowledge and skills in clinical decision making. The
course includes EMS Operations in which the student will demonstrate techniques for gaining
access to the patient, disentanglement, patient movement, preparation for transport,
recognition of situations posing threats to patients, paramedics or bystanders, and describe
correct management of these situations.
Prerequisites: EMS 2054; Co-requisite: EMS 2064
Credits: 4
EMS 2284 – Paramedic Internship
The Paramedic Internship is an essential part of the Paramedic Program.
The student will successfully complete required supervised hours and competencies in
approved clinical and prehospital sites as determined by the OSDH, CAAHEP/CoAEMSP and
the program. The purpose of the Paramedic Internship is to allow the application of learned
principles in the delivery of patient care and gain a basic understanding of supervisory roles in
EMS. An internship and Medical Director Evaluation are an integral part of this course as well
as a psychomotor evaluation.
Prerequisites: EMS 2064 and EMS 2274
Credits: 4
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