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English
Biology and Chemistry
Math
Physics
Healthcare
Psychology & Sociology
Computer Science
Communication
Fine Arts
Philosophy
Medical Technology


English

111. College Rhetoric
Introductory course in composition emphasizing written expression appropriate to successful college level work.  Analytical readings; creative and critical thinking; development of a student's sense of integrity as a writer.

112. Critical Writing and Reading
Intensive course in critical and analytical reading, writing and research strategies necessary for successful academic work. Techniques for essay exams; argumentative, analytical, and critical papers; undergraduate research.

354. Public and Professional Writing. ENG 112; at least
Expository writing to develop writing skills needed for success
in the academy and the chosen career. Emphasis on crafting of style and voice in public and professional writing. Résumés, cover letters, personal statements, professional interviews, academic articles, and editorials.

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Biology and Chemistry

BIO 167. Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Study of the structure and function of cells, tissues and four human body systems; emphasis on the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Lecture and laboratory. Designed for pre-nursing students.

BIO 168. Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Study of the structure and function of the human endocrine, cardiovascular, digestive, excretory, reproductive, and respiratory systems. Lecture and laboratory. Designed for pre-nursing students.

CHM 140. Fundamentals of Chemistry
Introduction to the basic theories and methods of chemistry. Three hours lecture weekly. For students in nursing and other medically oriented professions not requiring CHM 160-162, and to prepare for CHM 160.

OR

CHM 150 General Chemistry for Health Sciences
Introduction to chemical principles with an emphasis on application to health sciences.



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Math

111. College Algebra
Review of intermediate algebra, linear and quadratic equations, theory of polynomial equations.

120. Pre-Calculus Mathematics
Trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions, their properties, graphs, and fundamental identities; polar coordinates; conic sections.

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Physics

143. College Physics I
Motion in one dimension; Newton's Laws; momentum and impulse; work and energy; rotational motion; mechanical waves. Fluid dynamics; heat; temperature; thermodynamics. Three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory per week.

145. College Physics II

Electricity, magnetism, direct and alternating circuits, light, optical instruments, and brief introduction to atomic and nuclear phenomena. Three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory per week.

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Healthcare

120. Medical First Responder
Introduction to technical knowledge and skills required to effectively perform basic emergency medical care (first aid). Lectures and in-class hands-on practice of techniques. Successful completion of the course provides eligibility for licensure as medical first responder by the Michigan Department of Health.

300. Health Care in the United States
Status, institutions, attitudes and behavior related to health care in the United States. Delivery of services; evolution, structure and dynamics of health professions. Personal and institutional aspects of the health care system and their effects on such areas as planning, public policy, the sick role, physician-patient relationships, death and dying, the hospital, and health care politics.

304. The Ethics of Health Care

Ethical and philosophical issues arising in and from the health care system. Problems and conflicts posed by interpersonal, professional and client relationships. Questions dealing with the right to live, the right to die, informed consent, sterilization, abortion, and human experimentation, and the just allocation of limited resources.

362. Cultural Competence in Health Care
The multi-dimensional nature of cultural competence and complexities in providing health service to culturally diverse populations. Students' self awareness, knowledge, and skills addressed through discussions of readings, videos and practice exercises.


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Psychology & Sociology

PSY 100. Principles of Psychology
Introduction to the scientific study of behavior, covering such topics as perception, motivation, emotion, learning, problem solving, personality, and individual differences.

SOC 100. Introduction to Sociology
Study of human groups, with special attention to analysis of contemporary American society.

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Computer Science

CIS 128. Intro to Comp Info Sys I
Introduction to the fundamentals of computer hardware and software, and end-user computing in the form of hands-on experience with e-mail, internet, networks, word processing (MS-Word), and presentation graphics (MS-PowerPoint).



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Communication

382. Small Group Communication
Theories of small group communication in problem solving
and decision making situations. Focus on the relationship of leadership to group interaction strategies and communication styles.

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Fine Arts

A Fine Arts Class
Three credits in courses designated as applicable to the fine arts requirement (art, dance, music, theatre, or other departments). The letter f immediately following the credit parentheses of a course indicates that the credit applies to the fine arts General Education requirement.

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Philosophy

162. Introduction to Ethics
Questions in normative ethics, or the study of philosophical ideas about right, virtue and happiness, including the question, "Why be moral?" At least some of
the following philosophers discussed: Plato, Aristotle, Aquinas, Hume, Kant, Mill.

OR 

168. Introduction to Bioethics
Introduction to classical ethical theories and their application to contemporary medical issues. 



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Medical Technology

320. Medical Terminology
Analysis of medical terms and components as foundation for recognition of medical language encountered in various health care settings. Specific anatomical, physiological and pathological terminology included.

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A Values Inquiry/Humanities Course
Nine credits in this category are required. The  Radiation Therapy program requires courses that satisfy six of these credits.  Only one additional VI course is needed.
This area option covers a broad and diverse range of values such as those appearing in moral, artistic, political, and religious contexts. It emphasizes the use of careful and critical thinking in seeking clearly articulated and well reasoned points of view. The letters vi immediately following the credit parentheses of a course indicate that the course satisfies the values inquiry area option.

Choose a three credit course from the VI list that has the dual listing VI/H from either vi1 list or the vi2 listed in the UM-Flint Catalog.

 

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