ELN 133 – Digital Electronics

Electronics
Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 4
This course covers combinational and sequential logic circuits. Topics include number systems, Boolean algebra, logic families, medium scale integration (MSI) and large scale integration (LSI) circuits, analog to digital (AD) and digital to analog (DA) conversion, and other related topics.  Upon completion, students should be able to construct, analyze, verify, and troubleshoot digital circuits using Read More

ELN 232 – Intro to Microprocessors

Electronics
Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 4
This course introduces microprocessor architecture and microcomputer systems including memory and input/output interfacing. Topics include low-level language programming, bus architecture, I/O systems, memory systems, interrupts, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret, analyze, verify, and troubleshoot fundamental microprocessor circuits and programs using appropriate techniques and test equipment.

ELN 236 – Fiber Optics and Lasers

Electronics
Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 4
This course introduces the fundamentals of fiber optics and lasers. Topics include the transmission of light; characteristics of fiber optic and lasers and their systems; fiber optic production; types of lasers; and laser safety. Upon completion, students should be able to understand fiber optic communications and basic laser fundamentals.

EMS 110 – EMT

Emergency Medical Science
Lecture: 6 Lab: 6 Clinic: 3 Work: 0 Credits: 9
This course introduces basic emergency medical care. Topics include preparatory, airway, patient assessment, medical emergencies, trauma, infants and children, and operations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve North Carolina State or National Registry EMT certification.

EMS 120 – Advanced EMT

Emergency Medical Science
Lecture: 4 Lab: 6 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 6
This course is designed to provide the essential information on pre-hospital management techniques appropriate to the level of the Advanced EMT. Topics must meet current credentialing and/or regulatory guidelines for the Advanced EMT as outlined by the NC Office of EMS. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competency at the Advanced EMT level.

EMS 121 – AEMT Clinical Practicum

Emergency Medical Science
Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Clinic: 6 Work: 0 Credits: 2
This course provides the hospital and field internship/clinical experiences required in preparation for the Advanced EMT certification. Emphasis is placed on performing patient assessments, treatments, and interactions appropriate at the Advanced EMT level of care. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competency at the Advanced EMT skill level.

EMS 122 – EMS Clinical Practicum I

Emergency Medical Science
Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Clinic: 3 Work: 0 Credits: 1
This course provides the introductory hospital clinical experience for the paramedic student. Emphasis is placed on mastering fundamental paramedic skills. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competency with fundamental paramedic level skills demonstrate competency at the Advanced EMT skill level.

EMS 130 – Pharamacology

Emergency Medical Science
Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 4
This course introduces the fundamental principles of pharmacology and medication administration and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include medical terminology, pharmacological concepts, weights, measures, drug calculations, vascular access for fluids and medication administration and legislation. Upon completion, students should be able to accurately calculate drug dosages, properly administer medications, and demonstrate general knowledge of Read More

EMS 140 – Rescue Scene Management

Lecture: 1 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 2
This course introduces rescue scene management. Topics include response to hazardous material conditions, incident command, and extrication of patients from a variety of situation. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and manage rescue operations based upon initial and follow-up scene assessment.

EMS 160 – Cardiology I

Emergency Medical Science
Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces the study of cardiovascular emergencies and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, electrophysiology, and rhythm interpretation. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize and interpret rhythms.