Emergency Medical Science Bridge (A45340) Program of Study
Currently credentialed Paramedics may receive advanced placement through the EMS Bridging
Option:
| Course |
Class Hours |
Lab Hours |
Clinical Hours |
Credits |
EMS 235 - EMS Management
EMS 235 - EMS Management
This course stresses the principles of managing a modern emergency medical service
system. Topics include structure and function of municipal governments, EMS grantsmanship,
finance, regulatory agencies, system management, legal issues, and other topics relevant
to the EMS manager. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the principles
of managing emergency medical service delivery systems.
Class: 2.00
Credits: 2.00
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2.00 |
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2.00 |
EMS 280 - EMS Bridging Course
EMS 280 - EMS Bridging Course
This course is designed to provide currently credentialed state or national Paramedic
students with the most current education trends in Paramedic Practice. Emphasis is
placed on transitions in healthcare. Upon completion, students should be able to
integrate emerging trends in pre-hospital care.
Class: 2.00
Lab: 2.00
Credits: 3.00
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2.00 |
2.00 |
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3.00 |
ENG 111 - Writing and Inquiry
ENG 111 - Writing and Inquiry
This course is designed to develop the ability to produce clear writing in a variety
of genres and formats using a recursive process. Emphasis includes inquiry, analysis,
effective use of rhetorical strategies, thesis development, audience awareness, and
revision. Upon completion, students should be able to produce unified, coherent,
well-developed essays using standard written English.
Class: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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3.00 |
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3.00 |
| COM 120 - Intro to Interpersonal Communication
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3.00 |
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3.00 |
BIO 163 - Basic Anatomy & Physiology
BIO 163 - Basic Anatomy & Physiology
This course provides a basic study of the structure and function of the human body.
Topics include a basic study of the body systems as well as an introduction to homeostasis,
cells, tissues, nutrition, acid-base balance, and electrolytes. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the fundamental principles
of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships.
Class: 4.00
Lab: 2.00
Credits: 5.00
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4.00 |
2.00 |
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5.00 |
MAT 110 - Mathematical Measurement and Literacy
MAT 110 - Mathematical Measurement and Literacy
This course provides an activity-based approach that develops measurement skills and
mathematical literacy using technology to solve problems for non-math intensive programs.
Topics include unit conversions and estimation within a variety of measurement systems;
ratio and proportion; basic geometric concepts; financial literacy; and statistics
including measures of central tendency, dispersion, and charting of data. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate the use of mathematics and technology to solve
practical problems, and to analyze and communicate results.
Class: 2.00
Lab: 2.00
Credits: 3.00
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2.00 |
2.00 |
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3.00 |
PSY 150 - General Psychology
PSY 150 - General Psychology
This course provides an overview of the scientific study of human behavior. Topics
include history, methodology, biopsychology, sensation, perception, learning, motivation,
cognition, abnormal behavior, personality theory, social psychology, and other relevant
topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge
of the science of psychology.
Class: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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3.00 |
|
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3.00 |
PHI 240 - Introduction to Ethics
PHI 240 - Introduction to Ethics
This course introduces theories about the nature and foundations of moral judgments
and applications to contemporary moral issues. Emphasis is placed on moral theories
such as consequentialism, deontology, and virtue ethics. Upon completion, students
should be able to apply various ethical theories to moral issues such as abortion,
capital punishment, poverty, war, terrorism, the treatment of animals, and issues
arising from new technologies.
Prerequisites: Take ENG-111
Class: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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3.00 |
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3.00 |
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Total: 25 |
The following courses may be taken prior to acceptance in the program:
ENG-111; COM-120; BIO-163; MAT-110; PSY-150; PHI-240
Substitution for Major hours;
The following courses may be substituted for COM-120
| Course |
Class Hours |
Lab Hours |
Clinical Hours |
Credits |
| COM 231 - Public Speaking
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3.00 |
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3.00 |
ENG 112 - Writing and Research in the Disciplines
ENG 112 - Writing and Research in the Disciplines
This course, the second in a series of two, introduces research techniques, documentation
styles, and writing strategies. Emphasis is placed on analyzing information and ideas
and incorporating research findings into documented writing and research projects.
Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate and synthesize information from
primary and secondary sources using documentation appropriate to various disciplines.
Prerequisites: Take ENG-111
Class: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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3.00 |
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3.00 |
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Total: 6 |
The following courses may be substituted for PHI-240
| Course |
Class Hours |
Lab Hours |
Clinical Hours |
Credits |
HUM 115 - Critical Thinking
HUM 115 - Critical Thinking
This course introduces the use of critical thinking skills in the context of human
conflict. Emphasis is placed on evaluating information, problem solving, approaching
cross-cultural perspectives, and resolving controversies and dilemmas. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate orally and in writing the use of critical thinking
skills in the analysis of appropriate texts.
Class: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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3.00 |
|
|
3.00 |
SOC 210 - Introduction to Sociology
SOC 210 - Introduction to Sociology
This course introduces the scientific study of human society, culture, and social
interactions. Topics include socialization, research methods, diversity and inequality,
cooperation and conflict, social change, social institutions, and organizations.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of sociological
concepts as they apply to the interplay among individuals, groups, and societies.
Class: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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3.00 |
|
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3.00 |
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Total: 6 |
The following course may be substituted for PSY-150
| Course |
Class Hours |
Lab Hours |
Clinical Hours |
Credits |
PSY 118 - Interpersonal Psychology
PSY 118 - Interpersonal Psychology
This course introduces the basic principles of psychology as they relate to personal
and professional development. Emphasis is placed on personality traits, communication/leadership
styles, effective problem solving, and cultural diversity as they apply to personal
and work environments. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an
understanding of these principles of psychology as they apply to personal and professional
development.
Class: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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3.00 |
|
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3.00 |
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Total: 3 |
The following courses may be substituted for BIO-163
| Course |
Class Hours |
Lab Hours |
Clinical Hours |
Credits |
BIO 168 - Anatomy and Physiology I
BIO 168 - Anatomy and Physiology I
This course provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human
body. Topics include body organization, homeostasis, cytology, histology, and the
integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems and special senses. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of
anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships.
Class: 3.00
Lab: 3.00
Credits: 4.00
|
3.00 |
3.00 |
|
4.00 |
BIO 169 - Anatomy and Physiology II
BIO 169 - Anatomy and Physiology II
This course provides a continuation of the comprehensive study of the anatomy and
physiology of the human body. Topics include the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic,
respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems as well as metabolism, nutrition,
acid-base balance, and fluid and electrolyte balance. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of principles of anatomy and physiology
and their interrelationships.
Prerequisites: Take BIO-168
Class: 3.00
Lab: 3.00
Credits: 4.00
|
3.00 |
3.00 |
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4.00 |
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Total: 8 |
The following courses may be substituted for MAT-110
| Course |
Class Hours |
Lab Hours |
Clinical Hours |
Credits |
MAT 143 - Quantitative Literacy
MAT 143 - Quantitative Literacy
This course is designed to engage students in complex and realistic situations involving
the mathematical phenomena of quantity, change and relationship, and uncertainty through
project- and activity-based assessment. Emphasis is placed on authentic contexts
which will introduce the concepts of numeracy, proportional reasoning, dimensional
analysis, rates of growth, personal finance, consumer statistics, practical probabilities,
and mathematics for citizenship. Upon completion, students should be able to utilize
quantitative information as consumers and to make personal, professional, and civic
decisions by decoding, interpreting, using, and communicating quantitative information
found in modern media and encountered in everyday life.
Class: 2.00
Lab: 2.00
Credits: 3.00
|
2.00 |
2.00 |
|
3.00 |
MAT 171 - Precalculus Algebra
MAT 171 - Precalculus Algebra
This course is designed to develop topics which are fundamental to the study of Calculus.
Emphasis is placed on solving equations and inequalities, solving systems of equations
and inequalities, and analysis of functions (absolute value, radical, polynomial,
rational, exponential, and logarithmic) in multiple representations. Upon completion,
students should be able to select and use appropriate models and techniques for finding
solutions to algebra-related problems with and without technology.
Class: 3.00
Lab: 2.00
Credits: 4.00
|
3.00 |
2.00 |
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4.00 |
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Total: 7 |
