HAT courses are given for respiratory care (RC) majors. The courses are sequential and require successful completion of prior courses. Non-RC students may take selected HAT courses (with the exception of clinical courses), with permission of instructor.
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HAT 210 Introduction to Respiratory Care
1 credit fall or spring semester |
An introduction to the science of respiratory care. Current trends in professional practice will be discussed and students will have the opportunity to observe clinical practice at a variety of affiliated health care facilities. This course is specifically designed for lower division students considering a major in respiratory care.
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HAT 304 Cardiopulmonary Physiology
4 credits, modules 1-2 |
Presents a detailed study of the physiology of human respiration and circulation. Topics include functional cardiopulmonary anatomy, embryology, ventilation, diffusion, blood flow, gas transport, acid-base states, mechanics and regulation of ventilation, and basic cardiac function. Lecture.
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HAT 306 Patient Evaluation
2 credits, modules 3-4 |
Provides concept of data base, historical information, medical terminology, chief complaint and present illness, chest physical examination, and the formulation of a problem list. The course applies problem based learning to the study of clinical assessment skills. Lecture and laboratory.
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HAT 320 Cardiovascular Diagnosis and Treatment I
2 credits, modules 3-4 |
Provides the basic technical and interpretive skills required to execute and read an electrocardiogram. Covers basic electrophysiology and presents the etiology, diagnosis and treatment of arrhythmias, as well as common cardiovascular pathologies, including congenital heart disease. The laboratory component includes EKG's, Holter monitoring, and stress testing. Lecture and laboratory.
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HAT 330 Pulmonary Pathology
3 credits, modules 5-6 |
A comprehensive study of the etiology, diagnosis, pathogenesis, pathophysiology, treatment, and prognosis of various types of pulmonary pathologies. Lecture.
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HAT 331 Respiratory Care Techniques I
4 credits, modules 5-6 |
Covers the basic therapeutic modalities of respiratory therapy including oxygen therapy, humidification, aerosol therapy, chest physiotherapy, incentive spirometry, intermittent positive pressure breathing, blood gases, and airway management. Includes application of techniques of infection control, rehabilitation and home care, and patient education. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisites: HAT 304, HAT 306
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HAT 333 Pulmonary Diagnostic Techniques
3 credits, modules 5-6 |
Provides the basic technical skills of pulmonary function testing, including an introduction to the instrumentation and physical principles of clinical measurement; procedures for measuring the lung functions of ventilation, mechanics, diffusion, gas distribution and exchange; and interpretation of tests results and their relation to various pathophysiologies. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: HAT 304
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HAT 340 Cardiovascular Clinical
2 credits, module 7, 8 or 9 |
Provides clinical practice in cardiovascular technology, including both invasive and noninvasive techniques. Students will be introduced to clinical EKG's, Holter scanning, stress testing, and general noninvasive cardiography.
Prerequisite: HAT 320
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HAT 350 Basic Respiratory Care Clinical
4 credits module 7, 8 or 9 |
An introduction to the clinical application of basic respiratory procedures such as oxygen administration, aerosol therapy, IPPB, arterial punctures, and other monitoring and diagnostic procedures. Additional experience provided in the home care setting.
Prerequisite: HAT 331
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HAT 353 Pulmonary Diagnostics Clinical
4 credits, module 7, 8 or 9 |
Clinical application of spirometry, diffusion studies, blood gas analysis, flow volume loops, body plethysmography, helium dilution, nitrogen wash-outs, and bronchodilator responses.
Prerequisite: HAT 333
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HAT 354 Airway Management Clinical
2 credits |
Introduces the use of mechanical, cognitive, and decisional skills required in managing the airway of critically ill patients. Introduces students to actual patient management under supervision. Ms. Johnson
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HAT 402 Advanced Cardiac Life Support
1 credit, module 6 |
Prepares the respiratory care student to be a participating member on the Advanced Cardiac Life Support team. The content of this course is modeled after the ACLS course offered by the American Heart Association.
Prerequisite: Current CPR certification
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HAT 404 Neonatal Resuscitation
1 credit, module 2 |
Provides students with knowledge and skills to perform neonatal resuscitation utilizing simulated situations for practice. Demonstrates the use of resuscitation equipment on manikins.
Co-requisite: HAT 432 Perinatal Respiratory Care
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HAT 410 Introduction to Clinical Education
2 credits, modules 5-6 |
Introduces clinical teaching to senior students. Modalities include the decision making process, teaching strategies, classroom management, instructional design, and formative and summative evaluation.
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HAT 411 Clinical Teaching in Respiratory Care
4 credits, module 7 or 8 |
An extension of HAT 410. Develops skills for senior students to conduct clinical teaching strategies under faculty supervision.
Prerequisite: HAT 410
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HAT 415 Instrumentation in Respiratory Care
2 credits, modules 5-6 |
Explores principles of biophysics, mechanics, and electronics related to the application of equipment used in cardiorespiratory care. Includes a comprehensive discussion of quality assurance, equipment maintenance, and diagnostic analysis.
Prerequisites: HAT 320, HAT 420, HAT 331, HAT 431, HAT 432
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HAT 420 Cardiovascular Diagnosis and Treatment II
3 credits, modules 1-2 |
Examines the theory and practical applications of invasive physiologic monitoring, including metabolic and hemodynamic monitoring, Swan-Ganz catheterization, cardiac output measurement, and aseptic technique. Also contains an in depth study of the etiology, pathology, and treatment of advanced cardiac disease, including congenital heart disease. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: HAT 320
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HAT 431 Respiratory Care Techniques II
4 credits, modules 1-2 |
Introduces the concepts of advanced airway management and mechanical ventilation used in the respiratory support of the critically ill patient. Emphasizes the physiological basis for ventilator use, indications for ventilation, parameters monitored during ventilation, and ventilator design, function, and clinical application. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: HAT 331
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HAT 432 Perinatal Respiratory Care
3 credits, modules 1-2 |
Examines anatomy, physiology, and pathology relating to management of the neonatal/pediatric patient. Includes analysis of neonatal and pediatric ventilator function in terms of mechanics and suitability in clinical application. Lecture and laboratory.
Corequisite: HAT 431
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HAT 450 Critical Care Clinical
5 credits, module 3 or 4 |
Develops clinical skills in the management of the critical care patient. Includes specialized learning experiences in therapeutic modalities, mechanical ventilation and cardiovascular monitoring, and home care ventilation.
Prerequisites: HAT 350, HAT 431
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HAT 451 Perinatal Care Clinical
4 credits, modules 3, 4, 7, or 8 |
An extension of HAT 432. Presents in-depth diagnostic and therapeutic concepts utilized in pediatric and neonatal intensive care as well as other areas related to the holistic care of the newborn. Emphasizes specific technical procedures that differ from the adult patient.
Prerequisite: HAT 432
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HAT 470 Polysomnographic Technology I
2 credits, modules 1-2 |
Designed to provide entry-level personnel with both didactic and laboratory training in polysomnographic technology. Presents medical terminology, instrumentation setup and calibration, recording and monitoring techniques, documentation, professional issues, and patient-technologist interactions. Lab sessions will provide practical experience in the skills required of an entry-level polysomnographic technologist. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisites: Completion of all junior year courses
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HAT 471 Polysomnographic Technology II
2 credits, modules 5-6 |
Provides training in more advanced aspects of polysomnographic technology. Students become familiar with the skills and knowledge needed to obtain and evaluate high quality sleep recordings. Covers all the aspects of sleep scoring and event recognition, recording and monitoring techniques, documentation, professional issues, therapeutic interventions, and patient-technologist interactions related to polysomnographic technology. Lecture and laboratory.
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HAT 475 Polysomnographic Technology I Clinical
2 credits, modules 3 or 4 |
Provides clinical training in the basics of polysomnographic technology. Familiarizes students with instrumentation setup and calibration, recording and monitoring techniques, documentation, professional issues, and patient-technologist interactions related to polysomnographic technology. Provides patient contact in a sleep lab. Presents opportunity to observe, perform (under supervision) and evaluate sleep studies.
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HAT 476 Polysomnographic Technology II Clinical
2 credits, modules 7 or 8 |
Provides clinical training in advanced aspects of polysomnographic technology. Familiarizes students with practical aspects of therapeutic interventions, sleep scoring, equipment troubleshooting, and artifact recognition. Expands on skills acquired in HAT 475.
Prerequisites: HAT 470, HAT 471, HAT 475
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HAT 482 Physiologic Monitoring Clinical
2 credits, modules 3, 4, 7 or 8 |
Provides a clinical experience in the hemodynamic and metabolic monitoring of patients in critical care units/ labs. Covers invasive diagnostic cardiovascular procedures, including cardiac catheterization, intra-arterial pressure monitoring, and indwelling arterial catheter insertion and monitoring.
Prerequisites: HAT 420, HAT 431
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HAT 487 Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Clinical
2 credits, modules 3, 4, 7, or 8 |
An clinical experience concentrating on program planning and evaluation of patients with chronic cardiopulmonary disorders. Includes discharge planning, rehabilitative services, stress testing, graded exercise, and other supportive techniques.
Prerequisites: HAT 320, HAT 420
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HAT 490 Independent Study
Variable credits, 1-6, modules to be determined |
Proposals for independent study in respiratory care must be submitted through the department chair to the Committee on Research and Directed Study for approval prior to registration for this course.
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HAT 493 Seminar/Readings in Respiratory Care
1 credit, modules 1-2 |
A journal club offering that is designed to assist the student in the development of a professional knowledge base. Each student is expected to review and critically analyze current research publications in the field of respiratory care and report those findings to the faculty and their peers in an informal discussion setting.
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HAT 494 Seminar/Readings in Respiratory Care
1 credit, module 5 |
A practical discussion and seminar course that prepares the student to take the national certification and registry examinations. Each student will take self-assessment exams that analyzes their technical and clinical skills in the areas of data collection and interpretation, as well as decision making skills.
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