ART 

AR 110 Studio Art

3 semester hours

This course offers a fundamental introduction to the three basic areas of fine art: drawing, watercolor painting and oil painting. Student may wish to fulfill their general education requirements by selecting any one of the three areas. 

  

AR 290 Special Topics in Art

1-3 semester hours

Topics may include any art-related subject, such as photography, sculpture or ceramics that is not currently offered by the College.  

Prerequisite: AR 110 or academic background in the area of interest. 

  

  

BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE 

BI 117 Human Biology (Lecture and Lab)

4 semester hours

This course is designed to give the student a working understanding of the structure of the human cell and its many functions. As an introductory class, Human Biology is an excellent preparation for Anatomy, Physiology, Nutrition and Pathophysiology. Students will gain understanding of biological foundations of the human body. Topics include inorganic and organic chemical principles, cell organization, respiration, metabolism,  

mitosis, meiosis, genetics and heredity and the cell's role in overall body homeostasis. 

BI 120 Basic Nutrition

2 semester hours

Basic nutrition is the focus of this introductory nutrition course. Types of nutrients and the effect on human functioning will be explored. Cultural differences in food behaviors will be discussed in relationship to healthy dietary habits. 

  

BI 121 Therapeutic Nutrition Science

1 semester hour

Appropriate nutritional adaptations for a variety of health alterations are explored in this therapeutic nutrition course. 

Prerequisite: BI 120. 

  

BI 210 Microbiology (Lecture and Lab)

4 semester hours

Microbiology is a course designed to introduce students to microbial structure, classification and identification. The characteristics of bacterial, viral, fungal and protozoan diseases will be examined. The impact of microbiology on health care professions will be emphasized.  

Prerequisites: Nursing majors must take this course concurrently with 200-level nursing courses. 

  

BI 211 Anatomy (Lecture and Lab)

4 semester hours

Students will gain important concepts about human anatomy in preparation for their degree program coursework. Because knowledge of the human anatomy is essential in understanding and practicing methods used in their skill, anatomy will provide students anatomical foundation they will need to become successful as a student and a future practitioner.  

Prerequisite for 200-level nursing course for nursing majors. 

  

BI 213 Physiology (Lecture and Lab)

4 semester hours

Physiology is a course designed to explore the functions of the human body. Students will gain an understanding of the major body systems. Emphasis is placed on relating anatomy (structure) to physiology, homeostasis (the maintenance of a relatively stable internal environment) and system interactions. 

Prerequisite: BI 211.  

Prerequisite for 200 -level nursing course for nursing majors. 

  

BI 227 Pathophysiology

3 semester hours

Human physiological responses to disease, stress and the environment are studied; and pathophysiological processes are analyzed to provide the scientific rationale for nursing interventions. Diagnostic and medical treatment modalities are studied in conjunction with pathological dynamics.     

Prerequisites: Biochemistry, Anatomy, Physiology, Microbiology and all 100-level nursing courses. 

  

BI 290 Special Topics in Biology

1-3 semester hours

This courses focuses on topics of interest in specific areas of study selected by Clarkson College. The course may be repeated as different topics are offered. 

  

BI 311 and BI 312 Advanced Anatomy

2 and 3 semester hours

The focus of this course centers on expansion of the exploration of anatomical structures and systems covered in BI 211, Basic Human Anatomy. Correlation of pertinent regional anatomy to clinical cases will be emphasized when relevant. Students have the option to complete the course in traditional format for 2 credits or add additional study modules for 3 credits total. Dissection of cadaver or other biological specimens will be included in the course. 

  

  

COMMUNICATION 

CA 110 Introduction to Sign Language  for Communicating with the Hearing Impaired

3 semester hours

An overview of the Beginning Signing Exact English including the development of Signing Exact English (SEE II), the history of deaf education and the strategies employed for developing expressive and receptive skills to enhance manual
conversation. 

  

CA 111 Introduction to Sign Language  for Communicating with the Hearing Impaired II

3 semester hours

Continuation of CA 110, with emphasis on signing practice and refinement.  

Prerequisite: CA 110 or permission of instructor. 

  

  

CHEMISTRY  

CH 120 Biochemistry (Lecture and Lab)

4 semester hours

Principles of general chemistry with inorganic, organic and biochemistry. General chemistry concepts and organic nomenclature, synthesis, stereochemistry, biomolecular chemistry and enzymology are covered. Other areas of focus include PH influences, bioenergetics, metabolism, biosynthesis, amino and nucleic acids, lipids, proteins, genetic coding and pathways in cellular metabolism. 

  

  

ENGLISH AND LITERATURE  

EN 100 Essentials of Writing

1 semester hour

Essentials of Writing offers 1 hour of credit for those who wish to sharpen basic writing skills in a personalized environment. After assessing each student's skills, the instructor prepares an individualized course of study that concentrates on developing reading skills and strategies; grammar and punctuation; invention and discovery techniques; and composing, organizing and developing a thesis statement. Course of study culminates in a polished portfolio of four short essays selected by the student. Credit is earned on a Pass/No Pass basis. 

  

EN 101 English Composition I

3 semester hours

This introduction to college-level writing proposes to develop individual style and voice in papers that are fully developed, well organized and grammatically accurate. This process includes invention, outline, drafting, peer review, revision and editing. Expository methods may include the abstract, comparison and contrast, cause and effect, problem solution and literary interpretation. The best writers focus on topics important to them. Therefore, within certain parameters, the student will choose the topic and point of view of each writing assignment. 

EN 102 English Composition II

3 semester hours

English Composition II provides advanced instruction and practice in the art of writing. Rhetorical strategies include textual analysis, critical thinking and effective research methodologies. 

Prerequisite: EN 101 or the equivalent of EN 102.  

  

EN 290 Special Topics in English

1-3 semester hours

Courses are listed in the semester schedule and focus on topics of interest in a specific area of study selected by Clarkson College. The course may be repeated as different topics are offered. 

  

  

GENERAL 

GEN 101 Strategies for Success

1 semester hour

Strategies for Success will focus on the student who desires a successful
career at Clarkson College. Topics such as time management, teaching and
learning styles, finding and using information, note-taking, test-taking,
reading and listening skills, decision-making, getting along with others,
money management and health and wellness will be explored. Credit is earned on a Pass/No Pass basis. 

Prerequisite: First year students new to Clarkson College with emphasis placed on student's admitted conditionally, non-traditional LPN students, and/or students who may benefits from extended orientation to college life. 

  

  

HEALTH CARE 

HC 102 Health Care Communications

3 semester hours

Health Care Communications focuses on various communication types, including communication with individuals, communication with groups and communications involving systems. The differences between social conversation and therapeutic communication will be explored. Types of communication, verbal and nonverbal, will be explored. Basic elements to clarity in communication will be reviewed.  Implications of electronic communication and computer technology will be discussed. The legal and ethical implication of professional communication will be analyzed. 

  

HC 200 Health Care Sciences Update I

3 semester hours

This course provides a review of the structural and functional relationships of the human body. Key elements of biochemistry and cell biology will be refreshed before the review of organ systems. Special emphasis will be placed on neuroanatomy and physiology, cardiac and vascular physiology and renal physiology. Finally, the function of the immune system components during its protection of the body from pathogenic microorganisms and cancer, during hypersensitivities autoimmune diseases and during transplant rejection will be discussed. 

Prerequisite: Admission into RN to BSN program. 

  

HC 205 Health Care Sciences Update II

3 semester hours

Current knowledge and insights in pathophysiological processes are analyzed to provide the scientific rationale for pharmacological advances used in today's health care environment. 

Prerequisite: Admission into RN to BSN program. 

  

HC 210 Health Care Sciences Update III

3 semester hours

This course provides a review of the basic principles of microbiology and biochemistry. The student's basic biochemistry knowledge will be expanded to include: stereochemistry, biomolecular chemistry, enzymology, PH influences, bioenergetics, metabolism, biosynthesis, amino and nucleic acids, lipids, proteins, genetic coding and pathways in cellular metabolism. The student's basic microbiology knowledge will be expanded to include the structure, function and characteristics of bacteria, viruses, fungus and protozoa. 

Prerequisite: Admission into RN to BSN program. 

   

HC 220 Gerontology

2 semester hours

This course is an introduction to the field of human aging. The course of study will include a multidisciplinary examination of the way in which human aging is viewed, how we perceive the process of growing older and how society responds to the issues and problems of aging. The class will look at aging from the perspective of the social and political sciences, biological sciences, arts and humanities, care-giving and independent living, especially with the advent of the Baby Boomers in mind. 

  

HC 280 International Health Care

1 semester hour

International Health Care examines health care systems in other countries and compares them to the American health care system.  Students will participate in international visits to hospitals and other historical health care sites in the country visited by students participating in the Academic Travel Abroad Program.  

  

HC 301 Western Humanities and  the History of Health Care

4 semester hours

This epoch-based course integrates the history of ideas and the history of health in Western culture. The course surveys the diverse arts and practices which reflect men and women's timeless search for meaning and healing throughout the agricultural and industrial revolutions. 

  

HC 315 Issues in Health Care

2 semester hours

This course is designed to introduce the student to ethical principles and theories that affect all of the health professions. This course will also introduce the student to current issues in medical law and contemporary professional themes and trends pertinent to clinical practice. 

  

  

HISTORY  

HI 290 Special Topics in History

1-3 semester hours

This course focuses on topics of interest in a specific area of study selected by Clarkson College. The course may be repeated as different topics are offered. 

  

  

MATHEMATICS  

MA 101 Introduction to Algebra

3 semester hours

Basic concepts of the real number system, polynomials, first-degree equations, algebraic fractions, radicals and quadratic functions. For students needing a refresher course prior to College Algebra I. 

  

MA 120 College Algebra

3 semester hours

Covers axioms of real and complex numbers; equations and inequalities in a variable and solutions of these systems; polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions.  

Prerequisite: Two years of high school algebra, MA 101 or permission of the
instructor. 

  

  

PHYSICAL EDUCATION/ACTIVITY 

PE 210 Promotion of Healthy Living

3 semester hours

An overview of the promotion of healthy living, including the determinants of healthy behavior, the models and theories that provide a framework for predicting healthy behavior, and the strategies employed to bring about behavioral changes for health and disease prevention. 

  

  

PSYCHOLOGY 

PY 101 Introduction to Psychology

3 semester hours

Introduction to psychology is a course designed to acquaint students with the history, development and present status of the science of psychology. Students will be exposed to areas of behavior, cognition and learning; and special emphasis will be placed on the study of abnormal psychology and its impact on health care. 

  

PY 115 Dying and Death

3 semester hours

An introductory course which covers death from several different perspectives. The desired outcome of the course will be a better understanding of the dying patient and their family, with a particular emphasis on improving the quality of care provided to dying people and their survivors. 

  

PY 200 Human Development

3 semester hours

A comprehensive exploration of the physical, psychosocial, cognitive and emotional development of individuals across their life span including the effect of culture on growth. 

  

PY 340 Abnormal Psychology

3 semester hours

This course is designed to examine the causes, consequences and treatments of abnormal behavior. Health care professionals must recognize that normal and abnormal behaviors are almost always the result of both physiological and psychological factors and must develop an understanding of the medical and mental sides of disorders. 

Prerequisite: PY 101 or the equivalent of PY 340. 

  

  

SOCIOLOGY 

SO 101 Introduction to Sociology

3 semester hours

Overview of the principles and methods of human behavior in groups. Includes group dynamics, cultural variation and social change. 

  

  

SPANISH 

SP 103 Spanish for the Health Care  Provider-Introduction

3 semester hours

In this introductory course, students will be exposed to the basic Spanish language principles and learn practical vocabulary and insights into Hispanic cultural views on health care aimed at providing a foundation for basic conversation with Hispanic patients and family members. 

  

SP 104 Spanish for the Health Care  Provider-Conversation

3 semester hours

This course is designed to provide students with intense conversation practice and advanced vocabulary for medical personnel to improve fluency and ease of expression in successfully managing interactions with Spanish-speaking individuals. 

Prerequisite: SP 103 Spanish for the Health Care Provider-Introduction 

  

SP 290 Special Topics in Spanish

1-3 semester hours

Courses focus on topics of interest in a specific area of study selected by Clarkson College. The course may be repeated as different topics are offered. 

  

  

STATISTICS 

ST 310 Statistics

3 semester hours

Introduction to the fundamental principles of statistics, including the ability to describe a data set and interpret what the description of the sample says about the population as a whole. An examination of the relationship between probability, chance events and statistical tools will lead to an appreciation of the importance of statistics, both in research and in the real world.