University Core Requirment
ENGL1400 ( English Language (1) )
Credit Hours: 6
| This English Course serves as foundation in the Medical and Dentistry College for students aiming for the CEFR B1 level. Integration of the four language skills is achieved using an increasing range of listening, reading, and writing texts in various context settings. The focus on communicative interaction is maintained and supported by means of a variety of familiar topics offering students greater exposure to authentic texts and cultivating an appreciation of all four language skills. On successful completion, students will progress to ENGL1500. They will also be able to use the learned medical vocabulary in their conversations. |
| NO pre-requisite |
BIOL1450 ( Biology )
Credit Hours: 3 (2 Theoretical +2 Practical)
| This course introduces the principles and concepts of biology including: Cell structure and division, cell function, metabolism, energy production and transformation, principles of genetics, and human endocrine system. |
| NO pre-requisite |
CSKL1100 ( Computer Skills )
Credit Hours: 3
| The course uses both lectures and practical application to introduce students to the basic computer concepts in hardware, software, networking, computer security, databases, websites and other emerging technologies such as blogs, wiki, RSS, podcasting, and Google Apps. Applications widely used including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation, and web development programs are studied. The course will also help students develop critical thinking skills as well as learning terminology and problem-solving techniques to solve IT problems. The course will focus on performing tasks that simulate practical and professional situations. |
| NO pre-requisite |
SKLS1101 ( University Skills )
Credit Hours: 3(3+0)
| The university skills course aims to teach students the basic skills that the university student should know for all disciplines. In this course, the student also learns how to effectively recall methods and how to create a cognitive map of information and skills, in addition to teaching scientific research skills and simple and complex thinking skills. At the end of the semester, student masters a large number of skills that help him to successfully complete his/her university degree and prepare for the labor market. |
| No pre-requisite |
ARAB1101 ( Arabic Language Skills )
Credit Hours: 3
| يهدف مقرر المهارات الجامعية إلى تعليم الطلبة المهارات الأساسية التي يتوجب على الطالب الجامعي معرفتها لكل
التخصصات
كما يتعلم الطالب بهذا المقرر كيفية طرق الاستذكار الفعال وكيفية عمل خريطة معرفية للمعلومات والمهارات بالإضافة لتعليم
مهارات البحث العلمي ومهارات التفكير البسيط والمركب فنجد الطالب في نهاية الفصل الدراسي أصبح يتقن عدد كبير من
المهارات التي تساعده لإنهاء مرحلته الجامعية والتهيئة لاستقبال سوق العمل |
| No pre-requisite |
HEDF1100 ( Health Education and Fitness )
Credit Hours: 1
| This course covers skills and knowledge related to healthy nutritional habits, physical integrity, healthy sleep, reproductive health, consumer health, and the importance of exercise in preventive health and maintenance of the health. It also includes the basics of first aid, the best ways to deal with stress. Also, this course will discuss preventive of smoking, alcohol drugs, & drugs. The course also includes physical activities that aimed to improve health by using advanced and modern machines. |
| No pre-requisite |
ENGL1500 ( English Language (2) )
Credit Hours: 6
| This integrated English for Medical Purposes course provides an introduction to medical terminology via the concepts and methods pertinent to studying in an academic context. The cultivation of study skills, critical thinking, and the development of autonomous learning are integrated in the course as are key academic skills required for successful participation at undergraduate level. The receptive skills of listening and reading for detail, gist, global understanding and deducing meaning from context and inference ensure students receive language input essential for academic preparation. Students are expected to achieve intermediate plus proficiency (B1 – B2) on successful completion of the course. |
| No pre-requisite |
CHEM1450 ( Chemistry )
Credit Hours: 3 (2theory +1hour practicals)
| The course covered --The Composition and Structure of the Atom: -Atomic Theory، Laws، Atomic Structure -Subatomic Particles; Isotopes; Atomic Number -Atomic Mass; - The periodic table of elements: -Quantum Mechanics; Quantum Numbers; Shapes of Orbitals -The modern Periodic Table; Electron Configurations - Valence Electrons; Periodicity -Atomic Radius; Ions; Ionic Radius -Ionization Energy; Electron Affinity – Metals. |
| No pre-requisite |
PHYS 1450 ( Physics )
Credit Hours: 4
| The human body, tissues, bones, and cells are all subject to the Laws of Physics and
Chemistry. To understand the proper function, dysfunction, and treatment of the body and its parts, one must understand the impact and constraints of the Laws of Physics. This course introduces students to a physical description of living systems. The concepts of force, energy, oscillations, waves, and image formation are presented, with a view to their relevance for living systems, especially in the human body. |
| No pre-requisite |
STAT1450 ( BIOSTATISTICS )
Credit Hours: 3
| This course introduces the students to the basic concepts of descriptive and inferential statistics. Students will be equipped to carry out common statistical procedures and to follow statistical reasoning in their fields of study. Principles of measurement, data summarization, and univariate and bivariate statistics are examined. Emphasis is placed on the application of fundamental concepts to real world situations of the medical fields |
| No pre-requisite |
College Core Requirements
RESP1201 ( Applied Physical Principles )
Credit Hours: 3
| This course describes the scientific basis for therapeutic and diagnostic techniques and related equipment, with emphasis on physical and chemical principles of operation. |
| pre-requisite : PHYS 1450 |
RESP1202 ( Human Anatomy & Physiology I )
Credit Hours: 4
| This course introduces the study of the human body with emphasis on how body systems function to maintain homeostasis on a day to day basis. Students will learn the basic levels of organizational structures and functions associated with the body systems. |
| pre-requisite : BIOL1450 |
RESP1203 ( Respiratory Care Procedures I )
Credit Hours:
| This course describes the respiratory care and support modalities, including the use of appropriate equipments and devices. Emphasis is placed on the application to clinical situations, assessment of care, and principles of equipment operation. |
| pre-requisite : BIOL1450 |
RESP1204 ( Microbiology )
Credit Hours: 3
| Microbiology and Public Health is a survey course, and as such, it is designed to expose the student to the breadth of the discipline of microbiology. Students are expected to gain an understanding of the core concepts of the discipline. Future courses will build on the foundations presented in this class, so it is in the student’s best interest to learn these concepts. |
| pre-requisite : BIOL1450 |
RESP1205 ( Medical Terminology )
Credit Hours: 3
| This course is designed to provide the student with a basic understanding of the unique language needed to communicate effectively as a health care professional. A major focus is to develop skills in word analysis. The basic structure of medical terms and the rules for word building and word deconstruction will be discussed in the context of how the body works in health and disease. |
| pre-requisite : ENGL1400 |
RESP1206 ( Clinical Cardiopulmonary Physiology )
Credit Hours: 3
| A study of cardiopulmonary function as an introduction to understanding the pathophysiology of disease states. This course includes study of respiratory physiology, cardiac and circulatory function with relevant clinical application of concepts. |
| pre-requisite : RESP 1203 |
RESP1207 ( Human Anatomy & Physiology II )
Credit Hours:
| In this course, students will build upon his/her knowledge of the structure and function of the human body as learned in the first semester of this sequence. This course will include in-depth study of the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems as well as embryonic and fetal development and nutrient and fluid balance within the adult. |
| pre-requisite : RESP 1202 |
RESP1208 ( Patient Evaluation )
Credit Hours: 4
| A study of interpreting clinical relevant tests and indicators for respiratory therapists. |
| pre-requisite : RESP 1203 |
RESP1209 ( Clinical I )
Credit Hours: 1
| Clinical Practice I. Preparation and introduction to the hospital environment. Emphasis is placed on basic life support, introduction to the clinical patient, and medical gas therapy. |
| pre-requisite : RESP 1203 |
RESP1210 ( Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation )
Credit Hours: 2
| American Heart Association certified course in basic life support. The course includes resuscitation, foreign body airway obstruction, and AED training in the adult, pediatric, and infant. Students receive BCLS certification from the American Heart Association with successful completion. |
| pre-requisite : RESP 1203 |
سلم 11 ( المدخل إلى الثقافة الإسلامية )
Credit Hours: 2
| الإنترنت، والتغييرات في المحتوى كنتيجة للأبحاث الجديدة في مجال الدراسة(.
- الاطلاع على جديد ما يصدر من مؤلفات علمية تختص بمجال الثقافة الإسلامية , والتي تتناسب مع
موضوعات المقرر الدراس ي , وتطوير المنهج بناء على ما يستجد في بعض الموضوعات.
- إستخدام المراجع الحديثة . |
| pre-requisite : No |
RESP1301 ( Pulmonary Diagnostics )
Credit Hours: 3
| A study of pulmonary diagnostic techniques with an emphasis on pulmonary function testing and interpretation. |
| pre-requisite : RESP1208 |
RESP1302 ( Respiratory Care Procedures II )
Credit Hours: 4
| A study of respiratory care treatment and support modalities, with associated equipment. Emphasis is placed on understanding application to clinical situations, assessment of care, and principles of equipment operation |
| pre-requisite : RESP1207 |
RESP1303 ( Respiratory Care Pharmacology )
Credit Hours: 3
| A study of pharmacological agents used in the treatment of cardiopulmonary disease and critical care, with an emphasis on inhaled broncho active aerosols. |
| pre-requisite : RESP1209 |
RESP1304 ( Pulmonary Diseases )
Credit Hours: 3
| This course is designed to provide an introduction to pulmonary diseases including the pathophysiology, clinical signs and symptoms, diagnosis, management and prognosis of acute and chronic pulmonary diseases. |
| pre-requisite : RESP1208 |
RESP1305 ( Clinical II )
Credit Hours: 6
| Clinical Practice I. Clinical experience is provided in basic respiratory care procedures. The integration of equipment and patient care are emphasized. Case presentations are required to integrate clinical and classroom theory |
| pre-requisite : RESP1209 |
RESP1306 ( Ventilator Support I )
Credit Hours: 3
| This course describes the scientific basis for therapeutic and diagnostic techniques and related equipment, with emphasis on physical and chemical principles of operation.A study of the building blocks of mechanical ventilation. Emphasis is placed on understanding the components of mechanical ventilation, application to clinical situations, assessment of care, and principles of equipment operation. |
| pre-requisite : RESP1302 |
RESP1307 ( Advanced Cardiac Life Support )
Credit Hours: 2
| The Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Course is designed to develop the participant’s proficiency in providing care during a cardiopulmonary arrest. This course is offered over a 7-week period to allow for a more in-depth understanding of the pathophysiology as well as assimilation of the knowledge necessary to carry out various skills required during emergent circumstances. |
| pre-requisite : RESP1210 |
RESP1308 ( Clinical III )
Credit Hours: 4
| Clinical Practice III. Clinical experience is provided in the pulmonary function laboratory and in the intensive care setting to refine skills introduced in Clinical I and II. Case presentations are required to integrate clinical and classroom theory. |
| pre-requisite : RESP1305 |
RESP1309 ( Pediatric Respiratory Care )
Credit Hours: 3
| The course will cover, in details, the concepts and practice of respiratory care for pediatric populations. |
| pre-requisite : RESP1305 |
ARAB 1101 ( مهارات اللغة العربية )
Credit Hours: 2
| وعف ل دلمق : يتكون هذا المقرر من أربع وحدات: الوحدة الأولى )علامات الإع ا رب الأصلية والفرعية(،
الوحدة الثانية )الجملة الفعلية، واسم الفاعل، واسم المفعول، والمصدر(، الوحدة الثالثة )المبتدأ والخبر، إن
وأخواتها، كاد وأخواتها، ظن وأخواتها(، والوحدة ال ا ربعة )المفعول به، والمفعول المطلق، والمفعول لأجله،
والحال، والتمييز(. |
| pre-requisite : ARAB 100 |
RESP1310 ( Research )
Credit Hours:
| The goal of this course is to provide students with an overview of the major research concepts as applied to the health professions. Emphasis will be on critical evaluation of empirical research. |
| pre-requisite : STAT 1450 |
RESP1401 ( Ventilatory Support II )
Credit Hours: 4
| A study of the implementation, monitoring and patient's response to mechanical ventilation. Emphasis is placed on the physiological effects of mechanical ventilation and the integration of the patient's pathological condition to their ventilatory care. The laboratory sessions will provide the opportunity to understand special functions, modalities, and parameters in mechanical ventilation. |
| pre-requisite : RESP1306 |
RESP1402 ( Advanced Critical Care Monitoring )
Credit Hours: 3
| This course provides a study of advanced cardiopulmonary monitoring used in critical care units. Basic description of advanced monitoring equipment and key points of a therapist’s role in specialty units will be discussed. Calculations and interpretations of hemodynamic data obtained from pulmonary artery catheters and central lines will be discussed. General care of an adult ECMO patient in the cardiovascular unit will be discussed. Advanced mechanical ventilator wave forms will be interpreted and discussed to enhance ventilator to patient synchrony. Advanced respiratory therapy equipment and procedures such as bronchoscopy and Nitric Oxide will be discussed. Ultrasound guided arterial line insertion techniques will be discussed and demonstrated. |
| pre-requisite : RESP1308 |
RESP1403 ( Neonatal Respiratory Care )
Credit Hours: 2
| A study of development and care of the fetus from conception to birth. The course will discuss the care of the neonate by respiratory therapists as well as the causes and care of illnesses seen in the perinatal patient. Additionally, management of the perinatal patient in need of life support measures including resuscitation, CPAP therapy and mechanical ventilation. |
| pre-requisite : RESP1309 |
RESP1404 ( Clinical IV )
Credit Hours: 8
| This course provides a study of advanced cardiopulmonary monitoring used in critical care units. Basic description of advanced monitoring equipment and key points of a therapist’s role in specialty units will be discussed. Calculations and interpretations of hemodynamic data obtained from pulmonary artery catheters and central lines will be discussed. General care of an adult ECMO patient in the cardiovascular unit will be discussed. Advanced mechanical ventilator wave forms will be interpreted and discussed to enhance ventilator to patient synchrony. Advanced respiratory therapy equipment and procedures such as bronchoscopy and Nitric Oxide will be discussed. Ultrasound guided arterial line insertion techniques will be discussed and demonstrated. |
| pre-requisite : RESP1308 |
RESP1405 ( Patient Care Management Strategies )
Credit Hours: 3
| The course will cover in detail the content of both the written and clinical simulation examinations. The student will gain knowledge of the content by taking mock written registry examinations and clinical simulation examinations. Each of these exams will be discussed and reviewed in class. |
| pre-requisite : RESP1404 |
RESP1406 ( Professional Trends to Long-term Care )
Credit Hours: 3
| This course will analyze the current professional environment and the role of the respiratory therapist in a managed care atmosphere. An overview of concepts, procedures, and equipment utilized in the delivery of long-term care and how the respiratory therapist’s role is impacted interacting between the acute care facility and self-administered care in the patient’s home is emphasized. The Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Company as a home care provider is examined along with technology and procedural aspects of respiratory equipment in the home. Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Smoking Cessation, Polysomnography and related areas will be overviewed. Topics and emphasis may vary. |
| pre-requisite : RESP1401 |
RESP1407 ( Clinical V )
Credit Hours: 7
| Sixteen hours of clinical per week, one hour of lecture. A fourth course in the sequence of clinical rotations which provides instruction and experience in the adult critical care setting. Case presentations are required to integrate clinical and classroom theory. A collaboration with other healthcare disciplines will be completed. |
| pre-requisite : RESP1404 |
RESP1408 ( End of Life Issues )
Credit Hours: 1
| This course is designed to provide the student with an introduction to issues and challenges encountered by medical professionals who care for dying patients. End of Life Care (also known as palliative care) has become an issue of great importance in recent years and continues to find its way into the curriculum of a number of professional programs such as medicine, nursing, and respiratory therapy. |
| pre-requisite : RESP1404 |
