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  • NUS 210: Concepts and Practice III

    10.00 Credits
    Delaware County Community College

    NUS 210, Concepts and Practice II, is the third nursing course in a sequence of four semesters. In this course, curricular concepts are explained within the context of increasingly complex acute and chronic health needs. The inter-professional model is used to discuss care of diverse patient populations. Clinical and simulation laboratory experiences support the acquisition of knowledge and skills in the care of children and adults with acute, complex needs. Prerequisite:    NUS 111 (Grade of C or Higher) and NUS 221 (Grade of C or Higher)
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  • NUS 211: Concepts and Practice IV

    10.00 Credits
    Delaware County Community College

    NUS 211, Concepts and Practice IV is the fourth nursing course in a sequence of four semesters. In this course, curricular concepts are explored and integrated with knowledge gained throughout the nursing program. Community concerns among diverse populations are addressed. Professional role behaviors of management and leadership are presented, building upon previously learned professional roles and responsibilities. Clinical and simulation laboratory experiences support the acquisition of knowledge and leadership skills in the care of adults with complex care needs in acute, sub-acute, and community settings. Prerequisite:    NUS 210 (Grade of C or Higher)
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  • NUS 214: LPN to RN Education Bridge

    2.00 Credits
    Delaware County Community College

    This course is intended to facilitate the transition of the Licensed Practical Nurse to the Associate Degree Nursing Program and then to the role of the Registered Nurse. This course will compare and contrast the roles of the LPN and RN, assist the students in identifying evidence based practices, develop critical thinking skills, test taking skills and applying these skills to patient assessment both in the community and other care settings along the health/wellness continuum. TEAS scores that are consistent with those for entrance to the nursing program. Prerequisite:    (BIO 150 (Grade of C or Higher) and BIO 151* (Grade of C or Higher)), ENG 100, MAT 121, NUS 102, and PSY 140 (*Course(s) May Be Taken Concurrently)
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  • NUS 221: Pharmacology for Health Care

    3.00 Credits
    Delaware County Community College

    This course focuses on pharmacology the nurse needs to know to provide safe and effective care for patients taking medications. Basic principles of pharmacology are reviewed. Medications are grouped for study according to body system and drug action. Emphasis is on application of the nursing process, including patient education, to enhance effectiveness of medication therapy. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: Explain the relationship of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics to drug therapy. Describe the mechanisms of action, therapeutic effects, adverse effects, interactions, dosages and administration of commonly used groups of drugs. Relate the pharmacodynamics of common groups of drugs to the conditions for which they are prescribed. Use the nursing process to develop an age-appropriate plan of care for the patient receiving drug therapy. Identify nursing responsibilities for accurate administration of medications. Prerequisite:    NUS 110 (Grade of C or Higher) and BIO 150 (Grade of C or Higher)
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  • OCS 102: Building Construction Code

    3.00 Credits
    Delaware County Community College

    This course is designed for the student who desires to become a one- and two-family dwelling building inspector. Fundamental requirements of the UCC (Uniform Construction Code) and assuring proper adherence to the codes by craftspeople as well as enforcement officials will be addressed throughout the course. Prerequisite:    CPT 102
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  • PCT 100: Plant Equipment

    3.00 Credits
    Delaware County Community College

    This course provides an introduction to basic hand tools as well as a study of industrial plant equipment. Topics of study include equipment construction, principles of operation, care, maintenance, and utilization. Various pieces of equipment associated with process systems will be covered. Equipment being studied will include motor drive components, basic material handling equipment, pumps, compressors, valves, boilers, furnaces, turbines, heat exchangers and cooling towers, as well as relevant instrumentation. Prerequisite:    PCT 101* (*Course(s) May Be Taken Concurrently)
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  • PCT 101: Intro to Process Tech

    4.00 Credits
    Delaware County Community College

    This course provides an overview of the concepts associated with Process Technology, as well as an introduction to the role of a Process Operators and Process Control Technicians as part of a team in the production environment. The course also provides a basic overview of issues and sciences associated with the refining and production of chemicals. In addition, the course will introduce the student to the real life environment, and the occupational responsibilities and duties of process operators/technicians. Prerequisite:    New students should complete Placement Testing prior to registration; Visiting students may submit college transcript
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  • PCT 110: Safety Health & Environ

    3.00 Credits
    Delaware County Community College

    This course will provide students with an overview of the current petrochemical safety, health and environmental regulations, standards, and laws. The course will provide a survey of potential industry/product and facility hazards. Methods of protecting personnel through programs, procedures, and personnel protective equipment, including advanced personal safety and health measures will be addressed. In addition, the course will provide instruction in emergency response to spills, leaks and releases. Facility safety equipment, as well as warning and alarm systems will be covered. Prerequisite:    PCT 100* and PCT 101* (*Course(s) May Be Taken Concurrently)
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  • PCT 111: Process Control I

    4.00 Credits
    Delaware County Community College

    This course is designed to provide operators/technicians with an introduction to the basic operating principles of process control systems. Topics of study will include control principles, the elements of process control systems, and process control signals and systems. The course also provides for an introductory study of various input and output devices used to control process variables in the petroleum, petrochemical, chemical, pharmaceutical, and food processing industries. Primary emphasis will be placed on processes that require the measurement of pressure, level, flow, and temperature. Prerequisite:    PCT 100, PCT 101, (MAT 128 or MAT 150 or MAT 151 or MAT 160), and (PHY 107* or PHY 110* or PHY 131*) (*Course(s) May Be Taken Concurrently)
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  • PCT 112: Power Plant Processes

    3.00 Credits
    Delaware County Community College

    In this course provides an introduction to the technical requirements associated with auxiliary equipment, as well as the safety, economics and maintenance required to meet the criteria for appropriate power plant operation. This course is designed to facilitate assimilation of knowledge and skills associated with various individual pieces of auxiliary plant equipment for the purpose of providing instruction in the function and process of performing daily operating responsibilities and functions. The interplay of business fundamentals and the importance of quality and systematic operations, along with energy management techniques will be studied. The principles and application of operations, maintenance, material handling and process trouble shooting techniques will be introduced. Prerequisite:    PCT 100, IST 105, IST 200*, PHY 107*, and (MAT 111 or MAT 120 or MAT 135 or MAT 151) (*Course(s) May Be Taken Concurrently)
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