MATC 2024-25 Catalog

DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

NRSAD – Associate Degree Nursing (Department 543) NRSAD-101 Credits: 2 Nursing Fundamentals This course focuses on basic nursing concepts to provide evidence-based care to diverse patient populations across the lifespan. Current and historical issues impacting nursing will be explored within the scope of nursing practice. The nursing process will be introduced as a framework for organizing the care of patients. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Registered Nursing program (10-543-1) or the LPN-RN Progression program (10-543-1.21.P). NRSAD-102 Credits: 3 Nursing Skills This course focuses on development of evidence-based clinical skills and physical assessment across the lifespan. Content includes mathematical calculations and conversions related to clinical skills. In addition, the course includes techniques related to obtaining a health history and basic physical assessment skills using a body systems approach. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Registered Nursing program (10-543-1) or the LPN-RN Progression program (10-543-1.21.P). NRSAD-103 Credits: 2 Nursing Pharmacology This course introduces the principles of pharmacology, including drug classi fi cations and their effects on the body. Emphasis is on the use of the components of the nursing process when administering medications. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Registered Nursing program (10-543-1) or the LPN-RN Progression program (10-543-1.21.P). NRSAD-104 Credits: 2 Nursing: Introduction to Clinical Practice This introductory clinical course emphasizes basic nursing skills and application of the nursing process in meeting the needs of diverse clients across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on performing basic nursing skills, the formation of nurse-client relationships, communication, data collection, documentation and medication administration. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Registered Nursing program (10-543-1) or the LPN-RN Progression program (10-543-1.21.P). Completion of or currently enrolled in NRSAD-101, NRSAD-102 and NRSAD-103. NRSAD-105 Credits: 3 Nursing Health Alterations This course elaborates upon the basic concepts of health and illness as presented in Nursing Fundamentals. It applies theories of nursing in the care of patients through the lifespan, utilizing problem-solving and critical thinking. This course will provide an opportunity to study conditions affecting different body systems and apply evidence-based nursing interventions. It will also introduce concepts of leadership and management. Prerequisite(s): Complete

NRSAD-101, NRSAD-102, NRSAD-103 and NRSAD-104. Must be admitted to the Registered Nursing program (10-543-1) or the LPN-RN Progression program (10-543-1.21.P). NRSAD-106 Credits: 3 Nursing Health Promotion This course focuses on topics related to health promotion for individuals and families throughout the lifespan. We will cover nursing care of the developing family, which includes reproductive issues, pregnancy, labor and delivery, postpartum, the newborn, and the child. Recognizing the spectrum of healthy families, we will discern patterns associated with adaptive and maladaptive behaviors applying mental health principles. An emphasis is placed on teaching and supporting healthy lifestyle choices for individuals of all ages. Nutrition, exercise, stress management, empowerment and risk reduction practices are highlighted. Study of the family will cover dynamics, functions, discipline styles and stages of development. Prerequisite(s): Complete NRSAD-101, NRSAD-102, NRSAD-103 and NRSAD-104. Must be admitted to the Registered Nursing (10-543-1) or the LPN RN Progression (10-543-1.21.P) programs. NRSAD-107 Credits: 2 Nursing: Clinic Care Across Lifespan This clinical experience applies nursing concepts and therapeutic interventions to patients across the lifespan. It also provides an introduction to concepts of teaching and learning. Extending care to include the family is emphasized. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Registered Nursing program (10-543-1) or the LPN-RN Progression program (10-543-1.21.P). Completion of or currently enrolled in NRSAD-105 and Introduction to Clinical Management This clinical experience applies nursing concepts and therapeutic nursing interventions to groups of patients across the lifespan. It also provides an introduction to leadership, management, and team building. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Registered Nursing program (10-543-1) or the LPN-RN Progression program (10-543 1.21.P). Completion of or currently enrolled in NRSAD-105 and NRSAD-106. NRSAD-109 Credits: 3 Nursing Complex Health Alterations 1 Complex Health Alterations 1 prepares the learner to provide and evaluate care for patients across the lifespan with alterations in cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine and hematologic systems as well as patients with fl uid/electrolyte and acid-base imbalance, and alterations in comfort. Prerequisite(s): RN students complete NRSAD-105, NRSAD-106, NRSAD-107 and NRSAD-108 and must be admitted to the Registered Nursing program (10 543-1). LPN-RN Progression students complete NRSAD-191 and must be admitted to the LPN RN Progression program (10-543-10). NRSAD-106. NRSAD-108 Credits: 2

MUSIC-210

Credits: 3

World Music Sound and Structure An insightful introduction to major musical traditions of the world. This course will focus on musical sound and structure in the musical genre of sub-Saharan Africa, India, Japan, Latin America and Ireland. NAILS – Nail Technician (Department 502) NAILS-340 Credits: 4 Manicuring Theory Students who wish to qualify to take the state manicurist license examination must take this course. Instruction focuses on theory relating to law, nail and skin disorders, manicuring, pedicuring, nail enhancements, e- fi le, safety, sanitation, anatomy, physiology and business management. This course includes some online assignments and tests in preparation for the online state board exam. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Nail Technician program (30-502-4). NAILS-342 Credits: 4 Intro Manicuring Practicum This course provides the theoretical and practical components related to manicuring, pedicuring, tip application, fabric wrap application, acrylic application, consultation, UV Gel applications, nail art and electric fi ling. Students observe and practice the practical applications on arti fi cial nails, classmates and models. Students must complete NAILS-340 prior to taking NAILS-342 or students can take NAILS-340, NAILS-342 and NAILS-343 in conjunction or have equivalent coursework. This course includes some online assignments and tests in preparation for the online state board exam. NAILS-342 kit purchased from the MATC Bookstore at the start of the semester. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or currently enrolled in NAILS-340. Must be admitted to the Nail Technician program (30-502-4). NAILS-343 Credits: 4 Advanced Manicuring Practicum This course offers professional skill development in basic and arti fi cial nail application in a salon-like setting. Students practice manicuring, pedicuring, tip, fabric, acrylic, UV gel applications, nail art and electric fi ling techniques on classmates and clients under the direct supervision of the classroom instructor. Students must complete NAILS-340 prior to taking NAILS-343 or students can take NAILS-340, NAILS-342 and NAILS-343 in conjunction or have equivalent coursework. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or currently enrolled in NAILS-340. Must be admitted to the Nail Technician program (30-502-4).

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