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Allied Health (AH)Department Head: Professor Lawrence Silbart For major requirements, see the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Department of Allied Health Sciences section of this Catalog. For course descriptions of Allied Health Sciences, see these topics listed alphabetically throughout this Directory of Courses:
1030. Interdisciplinary Approach to Obesity Prevention (Also offered as NUSC 1030.) Second semester. Three credits. Open to freshmen and sophomores in the Honors Program. Explores the biology of obesity including genetic predispositions and behaviors that increase obesity risk (dietary, physical activity, social, psychological), the obesigenic environment, including how communities are physically built, as well as the economic relationship to obesity risk, and policy and ethical implications for obesity prevention. Multi-level obesity prevention approaches that involve the individual, family, organization, community and policy. CA 3. (195) Either semester. Credits, prerequisites, and hours as determined by the Senate Curricula and Courses Committee. May be repeated for credit with a change in topic. 1100. Introduction to Allied Health Professions (100) Semester and hours by arrangement. One credit. Open only with consent of instructor. Overview of health professions, team approach to health care delivery. 1200. Introduction to the Martial Arts Either semester. One credit. This course may be repeated with a change of activity and/or skill level; not to exceed 3 credits toward graduation of combined AH 1200 and EKIN 1160. Introduction to the techniques and philosophies of traditional Martial Arts disciplines. Development of practical martial arts skills (varies by discipline), and building of a state of mind which permits the successful application of self-defense. 2000. Fundamentals of Allied Health Care Either semester. Three credits. Open only to sophomore and above students in Allied Health Sciences, Diagnostic Genetic Sciences, and Medical Technology; others by consent. An introduction to the basics of the health care system and the role of Allied Health professionals within this system. Topics include ethical and legal responsibility, professionalism, communication, delivery systems, insurance and government providers; career exploration. Both semesters. One credit. Open to students in the Department of Allied Health Sciences, others by instructor consent. Introduction and mastery of medical terminology through presentation of word roots, prefixes and suffixes. 3020. The Basics: Molecular Technologies Second semester. Two credits. One 1-hour lecture and one 3-hour laboratory. Prerequisite: BIOL 1107. Open only to students in the Agricultural Biotechnology minor sophomore level or higher; others with instructor consent. Anamani Laboratory course in which students will isolate DNA and RNA from cells and bacteria, manipulate nucleic acids by restriction enzyme digestion and electrophoresis, and will perform blotting techniques and polymerase chain reaction. 3021. Environment, Genetics and Cancer (221) (Formerly offered as ANSC 221.) Second semester, alternate years (even numbered). Three credits. Prerequisites: BIOL 1107; CHEM 2241 or 2443; open to Environmental Sciences and Allied Health Sciences majors, others with instructor consent; open to juniors or higher . Concurrent enrollment in one of the following is strongly recommended: MCB 2000, 2410, 2413, or 2210, 3010. Silbart Basic principles in tumor biology will be presented with an emphasis on phenotypic changes in transformed cell morphology and behavior. The biochemical basis of cell transformation, proliferation, and metastasis will be covered, followed by discussions of molecular mechanisms by which environmental chemicals interact with DNA and other cellular components. Metabolic activation of genotoxic carcinogens will be covered in detail, and the importance of polymorphisms in activating enzymes among human sub-populations will be discussed in terms of individual risks of cancer. Activation of proto-oncogenes, inactivation of tumor suppressor genes, and the role of these proteins in regulating the cell cycle will be covered in detail. Approaches for estimating human risk of cancer based on exposure estimates and biological markers will also be presented. 3091. Allied Health Sciences Internship (291) Either semester or summer. Variable (1-6) credits. Hours by arrangement. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher; open to Department of Allied Health Sciences students with consent of advisor and department head. May be repeated for credit with a maximum of 6 credits applied to the major. Students taking this course will be assigned a final grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory). Provides Allied Health students actual work experience in their area of concentration. Students work with professionals in their concentration to meet objectives consistent with their major. 3099. Independent Study for Undergraduates (299) Either semester. Credits and hours by arrangement, not to exceed four. Open only with consent of instructor. May be repeated for credit. Individualized study in a specialized area in the field of allied health. 3101. Health and Wellness for Life Either semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: BIOL 1103 or 1107 or equivalent. Open only to Allied Health Sciences majors junior and above; all others by instructor consent. Not open to students who have passed AH 1201. Wellness, holistic health, mind-body connection, health and wellness models, mental wellness, positive self-concept, preventing heart disease and cancer, licit and illicit drugs, stress management, diet, nutrition, weight control, aerobic and anaerobic exercise, healthy lifestyle behaviors, applications to life. All students are required to participate in at least one Community Based Outreach Engagement Program. 3121. Immunology for the Medical Laboratory Sciences (Formerly offered as MLS 3121.) Second semester. Three credits. Three hours of lecture. Recommended preparation: MCB 2610 which may be taken concurrently. Open to students in the following majors: Allied Health Sciences, Diagnostic Genetic Sciences, and Medical Technology; open to juniors or higher. Mechanisms of innate and acquired immunity, antigen-antibody interactions, function of the human immune system in normal and diseased states. (220) (Formerly offered as CYTO 220.) Either semester. Three credits. Three hours of lecture. Prerequisite: One course in Biology or concurrent enrollment in a Biology course; open only to Allied Health Sciences majors; open to juniors or higher; others by instructor consent. Introduces cancer risk reduction education, causes, early detection methods, prevention, and public education. 3173. Psychology of the Workplace and Security (Also offered as OSH 3173.) Either semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: Open only to BGS and Allied Health Sciences majors, others with consent. Knowledge on the human factors and behaviors that have an impact upon the safety performance of employees in the workplace. 3174. Environmental Laws, Regulations and Issues (Also offered as OSH 3174.) Either semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: General Education Science requirements or permission of the instructor; open only to BGS and Allied Health Sciences majors, others with consent. Overview of the history and framework of federal environmental legislation to protect the environment along with environmental issues, laws and regulations associated with industrial operations. (226) (Formerly offered as ANSC 226.) First semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: BIOL 1102 or equivalent; CHEM 1122 or equivalent; open to Environmental Sciences and Allied Health Sciences majors, others with instructor consent; open to juniors or higher. Silbart Will focus on the environmental health consequences of exposure to toxic chemicals, food contaminants and radiation. Basic principles of toxicology will be discussed, followed by lectures on specific topics such as: cancer, occupational hazards, radiation, genetic biomonitoring, risk assessment techniques, risk/benefit analysis, social/legal aspects of regulating toxic chemicals, and other related topics. 3203. Aging: Implications for Health Professionals (203) Second semester. Three credits. Three hours of lecture. Prerequisite: Open to Allied Health Sciences majors, others with instructor consent; open to juniors or higher. Course requirements include student participation in a health education field work experience off-campus. Age-related physiological changes and pathologies, psychological function in health behaviors and care, role change and transition, health care issues, therapeutic relationships. 3231. Program Planning for Health Promotion (231) Second semester. Three credits. Three hours of lecture. Prerequisite: Open only to Health Promotion students; others by consent; open to juniors or higher. Presents meaningful and constructive tools, methods and techniques for Health Care practitioners to plan, develop and deliver community based (outreach) Health Promotion programs which would provide opportunities to improve the quality of life as well as the quantity. (208) Either semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: Open only to Allied Health Sciences majors; others with instructor consent; open to juniors or higher. Emphasizes preventative health practices, which promote healthful lifestyles and reduce risk factors associated with disease. Designed to provide theory and concepts related to the development and maintenance of physical fitness, general health and performance. 3237. Women's Health and Health Care (237) Either semester. Three credits. Exploration of topics in women's health from a holistic interdisciplinary perspective. Consumer and provider focused. 3270. Fire Prevention and Protection (Also offered as OSH 3270.) Either semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: AH/OSH 3570; completion of General Education Science requirements or permission of the instructor; open only to BGS and Allied Health Sciences majors, others with consent. Knowledge needed to control and prevent fire in the workplace, and life safety requirements. (285) First semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: Open only to Allied Health Sciences majors, Environmental Science majors, and students in the Occupational Safety and Health program, others with instructor consent; open to juniors or higher. Provides individuals the necessary knowledge and training to meet the criteria for certification recognized by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in work activities related to hazardous waste sites and clean up operations involving hazardous substances. Mandatory off-site field exercise required. (Also offered as OSH 3277W.) Either semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: ENGL 1010 or 1011 or 3800. A writing course that has as its subject hazardous chemicals and their use in the workplaces, their effects on the environment, and the hazards caused by exposure to them. 3278. Workers’ Compensation Law and Related Issues (Also offered as OSH 3278.) Either semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: Open only to BGS and Allied Health Sciences majors, others with consent. Knowledge of state and federal workers’ compensation laws, and the interrelationship of these laws with other laws; laws governing workplace injuries and practical considerations for handling of claims. 3501. Diagnostic Techniques for the Biomedical Sciences (260) (Also offered as PVS 3501.) Second semester. Two credits. One 1-hour lecture and one 3-hour laboratory. Prerequisite: Open to juniors or higher; instructor consent required; open only to students who have declared the Agricultural Biotechnology minor and passed MCB 3414. Recommended preparation: MCB 2000. Anamani, Frasca, Lipcius, Risatti Theoretical basis and practical exposure to modern laboratory methods used in the biomedical sciences for disease diagnosis. 3570. Safety and Health Fundamentals (Also offered as OSH 3570.) Either semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: Open only to BGS and Allied Health Sciences majors; others by consent. Fundamental knowledge and skills needed to prevent occupational injuries and illnesses and damage to property; develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive occupational safety and health program. 3571. Fundamentals of Industrial Hygiene (281) (Formerly offered as AH 3271.) (Also offered as OSH 3571.) Either semester. Three credits. Three hours of lecture. Prerequisite: Open only to BGS and Allied Health Sciences majors; others with instructor consent; open to juniors or higher. Introduction to the principles of industrial hygiene with emphasis on protecting workers’ health through evaluation and intervention within the workplace. 3573. Safety and Health Hazards, Laws and Regulations (283) (Formerly offered as AH 3273.) (Also offered as OSH 3573.) Either semester. Three credits. Three hours of lecture. Prerequisite: Open only to BGS and Allied Health Sciences majors; others with instructor consent; open to juniors or higher. Provides a comprehensive overview of the occupational safety and health regulatory process and standards. (284) (Formerly offered as AH 3274.) (Also offered as OSH 3574.) Either semester. Three credits. Three hours of lecture. Prerequisite: Open only to BGS and Allied Health Sciences majors; others with instructor consent; open to juniors or higher. Concerns the achievement of an optimal relationship between humans and their work. 4093. Foreign Study in Allied Health Either semester. Variable (1-6) credits. Hours by arrangement. May be repeated for credit; may count up to 6 credits toward major with consent of advisor and Department Head. Department Head consent required prior to study abroad. Students may only count a maximum combined credit total of 6 credits toward the Allied Health major of foreign study, Independent Study and Internship credits. Courses taken in Allied health and related areas as part of an approved Study Abroad Program (298) Either or both semesters and summer. Credits and hours by arrangement. Open only with consent of instructor. May be repeated for credit. Investigation of a special topic in allied health related to the basic core or interdisciplinary areas. 4221W. Trends in Environmental and Occupational Safety and Health (Also offered as OSH 4221W.) Either semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: Completion of a minimum of two courses offered as OSH or as AH/OSH; ENGL 1010 or 1011 or 3800; open only to BGS and Allied Health Science majors; others by consent. Impact of issues in the workplace in promoting prevention of injuries and illness to workers, and protection of property and the environment. 4241. Research for the Health Professional (241) Either semester. Three credits. Three hours of lecture. Prerequisite: A course in statistics; open only to Allied Health Sciences, Dietetics, Diagnostic Genetic Sciences and Medical Technology majors; others with consent of instructor; open to juniors or higher. Research questions/hypothesis, finding and using research literature, ethical considerations, research design, sampling, measurement, reliability and validity, descriptive and inferential statistics, computer analysis of data, evaluating research, reviews of literature and proposals. 4241W. Research for the Health Professional (241W) Prerequisite: ENGL 1010 or 1011 or 3800; a statistics course; open to Allied Health Sciences, Dietetics, Medical Technology and Diagnostic Genetic Sciences majors; others with consent of instructor; open to juniors or higher. 4242. Counseling and Teaching for the Health Professional (242) Either semester. Three credits. Three hours of lecture. Prerequisite: Open to Allied Health Sciences, Dietetics, Medical Technology, Diagnostic Genetic Sciences and Nutritional Sciences majors, others with consent of instructor; open to juniors or higher. Learning theory and counseling strategies; role of health professional as teacher and counselor; communicating with special groups, individuals and groups. 4243. Health Care Issues for the Health Professional (243) Either semester. Three credits. Three hours of lecture. Prerequisite: Open to Allied Health Sciences, Dietetics, Medical Technology, Diagnostic Genetic Sciences and Nutritional Sciences majors, others with consent of instructor; open to juniors or higher. Individual, community and institutional health care needs and issues from a bio-medical and socio-cultural point of view. The health care delivery system; health and its relationship to poverty, ethnicity, life-cycle events, ethics, etc. 4244. Management for the Health Professional (244) Either semester. Three credits. Three hours of lecture. Prerequisite: Open to Allied Health Sciences, Dietetics, Medical Technology, Diagnostic Genetic Sciences and Nutritional Sciences majors, others with consent of instructor; open to juniors or higher. Basic management principles and concepts of planning, organizing, supervising, controlling and evaluating in health care environments. Leadership, motivation, supervision, time management, labor relations, quality assurance/proficiency, financial management. 4244W. Management for the Health Professional (244W) Prerequisite: ENGL 1010 or 1011 or 3800; open to Allied Health Sciences, Dietetics, Medical Technology, Diagnostic Genetic Sciences and Nutritional Sciences majors, others with consent of instructor; open to juniors or higher. (Also offered as OSH 4291.) Either semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: Completion of required six AH/OSH courses or permission of faculty coordinator; open only to BGS and Allied Health Sciences majors; others with consent. Application of the principles and concepts of hazard assessment and safety management to an actual workplace under the supervision of an approved onsite supervisor. A minimum of 120 hours to be spent at the workplace and completion of a written project report. 4570. Pollution Control, Prevention and Environmental Management Systems (Also offered as OSH 4570.) Either semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: AH/OSH 3570; completion of General Education Science requirements or permission of the instructor; open only to BGS and Allied Health Sciences majors; others with consent. Basic knowledge of environmental management systems, and techniques in controlling and preventing pollution from industrial activities. |
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