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BIOL 1592 Human Biology: Anatomy and Physiology 1 (3,0,0) BIOL 1592 Human Biology: Anatomy and Physiology 1 (3,0,0)Credits: 3 credits This course is intended primarily for students taking the Nursing and Respiratory Therapy programs. However, space is also available for Academic students. Students examine the anatomy and physiology of human organ systems over the course of two semesters, while focusing on the relationship between structure and function.
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CMNS 1810 Professional and Academic Composition (3,0,0) CMNS 1810 Professional and Academic Composition (3,0,0)Credits: 3 credits Students learn the theory and practice of successful academic and professional writing. Students compare and apply techniques involved in writing for business and academic purposes, learning skills in audience assessment, document planning and design, research, and effective writing. Students complete assignments ranging from academic essays to a variety of professional communication documents.
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PHYS 1580 Physics for Respiratory Therapists (3,0,3)(L) PHYS 1580 Physics for Respiratory Therapists (3,0,3)(L)Credits: 3 credits Students explore the basic physical concepts of fluid mechanics, the properties of fluids, and applied electricity. An emphasis is placed on laboratory work, particularly in the use of electrical and electronic measuring devices.
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RESP 1580 Principles and Application of Respiratory Therapy Equipment - 1 (3,0,1.5)(L) RESP 1580 Principles and Application of Respiratory Therapy Equipment - 1 (3,0,1.5)(L)Credits: 3 credits This course introduces students to a wide variety of Respiratory Therapy equipment. The learner will develop a thorough understanding of the function and patient application of this equipment. Areas covered in this course include: infection control, compressed gas manufacture, storage and piping systems, gas delivery systems, oxygen air blenders, oxygen therapy devices, humidity and aerosol therapy.
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RESP 1690 Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology (4,0,0) RESP 1690 Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology (4,0,0)Credits: 3 credits This course will focus on the anatomy of the respiratory system and cardiopulmonary physiology. Cardiac and pulmonary physiological processes will be related to diagnostics, therapy and technology. This course will assist in providing the background a student requires to progress into the comprehensive curriculum of Respiratory Therapy.
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RESP 2720 Professional Issues in Health Care (3,0,0) RESP 2720 Professional Issues in Health Care (3,0,0)Credits: 3 credits This course will help the student develop the professional skills needed to work effectively within a health care environment. This course is topic driven yet anchored to historical issues for the respiratory therapist practicing in the Canadian health care system. Today's graduate must possess effective oral and written communication skills, work effectively within a team, provide clear patient and public education, and demonstrate the ability to problem-solve.
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BIOL 1692 Human Biology: Anatomy and Physiology 2 (3,0,0) BIOL 1692 Human Biology: Anatomy and Physiology 2 (3,0,0)Credits: 3 credits Students examine the anatomy and physiology of the human organ systems over the course of two semesters, while focusing on the relationship between structure and function.
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CMNS 2290 Technical Communication (3,0,0) CMNS 2290 Technical Communication (3,0,0)Credits: 3 credits Students study a variety of technical communications used to document professional activity, including proposals, technical and formal reports, policies and procedures, technical descriptions and definitions, and instructions. Students learn the importance of documentation and accountability as part of professional due diligence, applicable across many fields including journalism, business, government, public service, consulting and research institutes. Students develop skills in assessing communication needs in a scenario, identifying communication goals, audience need and relevant media. Finally, students learn skills in research and synthesis to ensure professional engagement and presentation of research material.
Prerequisites: CMNS 1291 OR CMNS 1290 OR ENGL 1100 OR ENGL 1101 OR CMNS 1810
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STAT 1200 Introduction to Statistics (3,1.5,0) STAT 1200 Introduction to Statistics (3,1.5,0)Credits: 3 credits Students are introduced to statistical reasoning in this course. Students will learn to interpret quantities relating to descriptive statistics; correlation; regression; probability; and probability distributions including the binomial and normal. Students will learn different facets of sampling and experimental design. Students will learn to make appropriate inferences from confidence intervals and hypothesis tests including analysis of variance.
Prerequisites: Foundations of Mathematics 11 with a minimum grade of C+ or Pre-calculus 11 with a minimum grade of C+ or equivalent or Foundations of Math 12 or equivalent with a minimum grade of C+ or MATH 0510 with a minimum score of C- or MATH 0523 with a minimum score of C- or equivalent. MATH 1100 or MATH 1101 is recommended.
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RESP 1650 Introduction to Mechanical Ventilation (3,0,0) RESP 1650 Introduction to Mechanical Ventilation (3,0,0)Credits: 3 credits Students focus on the foundations of mechanical ventilation including lung mechanics, various modes and adjuncts applied during mechanical ventilation, and how they interrelate. The course also addresses cardio-pulmonary physiology as it relates to mechanical ventilation, and provides the background a student requires to progress into the mechanical ventilators course.
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RESP 1680 Principles and Application of Respiratory Therapy Equipment - 2 (3,0,3)(L) RESP 1680 Principles and Application of Respiratory Therapy Equipment - 2 (3,0,3)(L)Credits: 3 credits A continuation of RESP 1580, including controlled environments, oxygen controlling devices, artificial airways, resuscitators, oxygen analyzers, non-invasive monitors, volume and flow measuring devices, suction, quality assurance and time unit management.
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RESP 2510 Pharmacology (4,0,0) RESP 2510 Pharmacology (4,0,0)Credits: 3 credits Students explore the fundamentals of pharmacology, including an overview of drug classifications, their modes of actions, and their applications. Students examine pharmacology involving the respiratory, cardiovascular, renal, and neurological systems, with emphasis placed on respiratory and cardiovascular systems. Students focus on how specific drugs cause their effects, why they would be used in a clinical setting, and under what situations they could be used. Content is tailored for Respiratory Therapy, and material studied in this course is further applied and reinforced in subsequent Respiratory program courses.
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