Biology
BS 101 College Biology (5)
Prerequisite: MAT090 - Fundamentals of Math, ENG090 - Fundamentals of English, R 090 - Reading Skills I, TST004 - Assessment
This is a general education course with study relative to both plant and animal kingdoms, their fundamental principles and processes of life, and their relationship to everyday life. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week.
BS 104 Human Anatomy (4)
This course is an anatomical study of the systems forming the human body. Emphasis is placed on the organs forming each system, the embryonic development of the system, and the functions of the tissues and organs of each system. A brief physiological review is covered with each system. Three hours of lecture and one and one half hours of laboratory each week.
BS 105 Human Physiology (4)
This course is the physio-chemical study of the systems forming the human body. Emphasis is placed on the relationships between the systems and the maintaining of a homeostatic condition within the body. Diseases, defects, and abnormalities are covered with each system. Three hours of lecture and one and one half hours of laboratory each week.
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BS 107 Introduction to Environmental Science (4)
This is an interdisciplinary science course designed to stimulate interest in environmental science, increase awareness of environmental problems, and improve understanding of environmental issues. The focus is on contemporary issues relating to biodiversity and sustainability. Topics include air and water quality, global climate change, environmental toxicants, energy resources, deforestation, overfishing, and endangered species. Factual material will be presented with considerable discussion of political and ethical concerns, sociological consequences, and economic impacts. A weekly lab session will provide students a variety of experiences that demonstrate the principles, processes, techniques and technologies of natural environmental systems and solutions. Three hours of lecture and one and one half hours of laboratory each week.
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BS 109 Medical Terminology (3)
This course is designed to teach basic competency in the vocabulary and comprehension of medical terms. The course can serve as preparation for academic success in Human Anatomy. Students will be instructed in and will practice word attack skills for medical terms.
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BS 110 Nutrition (3)
This course is a study of the fundamentals of human nutrition and the relationship of nutrition to health, well-being and personal food choices. Application of basic nutritional science to requirements of life cycle stages, activity and exercise, and various states of health will also be addressed. This course is appropriate for Home Economics, Nursing, Sports Medicine, Pre-Med, and Exercise Science majors.
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BS 111 Nutrition for Health, Fitness, Sports (3)
This course will provide a study of food and the effect nutrition has on health, growth and development, and physical performance. The course topics include: calorie expenditures and the nutritional value of foods, including related calculations; human metabolism and metabolic pathways for carbohydrates, fat, and protein; methods for determining body composition, general fitness levels, and exercise intensity; nutritional health research data and statistics; and scientific data concerning the effects of nutrition on health, fitness, and sports activity.
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BS 112 Nutrition for Health, Fitness, Sports (5)
This course will provide a study of food and the effect nutrition has on health, growth and development, and physical performance. The course topics include: calorie expenditures and the nutritional value of foods, including related calculations; human metabolism and metabolic pathways for carbohydrates, fat, and protein; methods for determining body composition, general fitness levels, and exercise intensity; nutritional health research data and statistics; and scientific data concerning the effects of nutrition on health, fitness, and sports activity.
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BS 201 General Zoology (5)
Prerequisite: BS 101 - College Biology
This course covers the anatomy and the physiology of a representative species of each phyla of the animal kingdom. The evolutionary connection between the phyla of the phylogenetic tree is covered with each phylum. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.
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BS 202 General Botany (5)
Prerequisite: BS 101 - College Biology
This course provides a careful study of plant structure in order to understand how plants live, grow, and reproduce. Emphasis is placed on function as a basis of life and how it is related to human problems such as population, food supply, and conservation. Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week.
BS 203 Microbiology (5)
Prerequisite: BS 101 - College Biology
This course is the study of the morphology, physiology, and the classification of microorganisms associated with disease. The study includes: methods of disease prevention through sanitation, disinfection and sterilization, sources and means of infection, and body defenses. Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.
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BS 239 First Responder (6)
This course follows the Frist Responder curriculum (as enriched by the Kansas State Board of EMS). It addresses information and techniques currently considered to be the responsibilities of the Basic Life Support (BLS) First Responder, according to the United States Department of Transportation First Responder National Standard Curriculum and the Kansas Board of EMS enrichments. The course consists of didactic instruction and practical skill training.
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BS 240 Emergency Medical Training (12)
This course is designed for the individuals interested in providing medical care to patients in the pre-hospital setting. The course will provide the participant with opportunities to gain information, skills, and attitudes necessary for certification and practice as an EMT-B in Kansas.
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BS 241 CPR-Basic (1)
This course is designed to equip students with adequate knowledge and skills to provide care in an emergency using cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillation (AED).
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BS 244 Emergency Med. Training-Int (6)
Prerequisite: BS 240 - Emergency Medical Training
This course is designed for individuals interested in providing medical care to patients in the pre-hospital setting. It will provide the participants with opportunities to gain information, skills, and attitudes necessary for certification and practice as an EMT-Intermediate in the state of Kansas.
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BS 245 EMT Bridge (6)
Prerequisite: BS 239 - First Responder
This course is designed for individuals interested in providing medical care to patients in the pre-hospital setting. It will provide the participant with opportunities to gain information, skills, and attitudes necessary to bridge from First responder to EMT-B (EMT-Basic)in the state of Kansas.
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