CARDIOVASCULAR
TECHNOLOGY

CARD-101  Cardiovascular Assessments

3 credits

Includes fundamental physical assessments and cardiovascular procedures including electrocardiogram, cardiac stress test, and ambulatory monitoring. The use and maintenance of equipment and identification of arrhythmias is emphasized. Students will develop a knowledge base and skills to perform basic cardiac assessments under supervision in a clinical laboratory and in the health care setting. Prerequisite: Admission into the Cardiovascular Technology Program, BIOL-204. (2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab)

CARD-103  Physical Principles of Medicine

3 credits

This course encompasses the physical principles and mathematical equations specifically applicable to the field of cardiovascular technology. The course includes studies in using mathematic formulas, chemistry and physics to evaluate the hemodynamics of the cardiovascular system. Prerequisite: PHYS-101 or equivalent and appropriate score on Math Placement exam or eligible to enroll in MATH-070. (3 hours weekly)

CARD-108  Advanced Anatomy and Pathophysiology

3 credits

This course is designed for students enrolled in the Cardiovascular Technology Program. It will provide an in-depth study of cardiovascular anatomy and pathophysiology, to include circulatory dynamics, cardiac output and control mechanisms. Also included will be pathophysiological mechanisms of embryology, congenital and acquired cardiovascular diseases. The information gained through this course will serve as the foundation upon which subsequent cardiovascular topics and themes will be built. Prerequisite: BIOL-106 or BIOL-204. (3 hours lecture)

CARD-115  X-Ray Theory

1 Credit

The student is introduced to techniques necessary to produce radiographs. This course includes discussion of the fundamentals of radiographic exposure, cine film processing, radiographic protection and x-ray theory. Prerequisite: CARD-101. (1 hour weekly)

CARD-175  Cross Cultural Health Comparison

1 Credit (Interdisciplinary and
Emerging Issues Core)

During an intensive practicum in another culture students will observe, document, and evaluate health and health care practices in order to foster greater understanding of differences between the US health practices and those in the system of the culture they are visiting. Students will visit hospitals, clinics, homes, food markets and possibly a university to observe nursing, allied health and nutrition practices and programs.

CARD-201  Cardiovascular Pharmacology

2 credits

This course is designed to prepare the cardiovascular student to choose, handle and administer the numerous cardiovascular and related drugs utilized in invasive and noninvasive Cardiology. The general principles of pharmacology such as pharmacokinetics, dose calculations, routes of administration, substrates, side effects and adverse effects will be emphasized. Prerequisite: CARD-108 (2 hours weekly)

CARD-203  Medical Instrumentation

2 credits

This course is intended to introduce the student to the various types of medical instrumentation. The student will learn to prepare, calibrate, operate equipment and record and measure bioelectric signals. Preventive maintenance, inspection, performance testing and trouble shooting are covered, with emphasis on electrical safety. Prerequisite: CARD-108. (1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab)

CARD-206  Diagnostic & Interventional Cardiovascular Procedures

4 credits

This course is planned for students currently employed in a cardiac catheterization laboratory. The theory and application of vascular access and angiographic procedures is presented. Students study the indications and contraindications to diagnostic and interventional adult and pediatric cardiac catheterization and specific vascular imaging examinations. Emphasis will be placed on pressure wave form analysis and measurement, hemodynamic calculations, image enhancement procedures, proper operation of catheterization equipment and new technologies. (4 hours lecture)

CARD-207  Diagnostic and Interventional Procedures

9 credits

Students will work directly with patients to explain and perform procedures and to assess response to interventions. The course introduces the student to the practice of sterile technique, isolation procedures and emergency care procedures. The theory and application of vascular access and angiographic procedures is presented. Students study the indications and contraindications to diagnostic and interventional adult and pediatric cardiac catheterization and specific vascular imaging examinations. Emphasis will be placed on pressure wave form analysis and measurement, hemodynamic calculations, image enhancement procedures, proper operation of catheterization equipment and new technologies. Prerequisites: CARD-101 and CARD-108. (4 hours lecture, 15 hours lab)

CARD-231  Applied Clinical Practicum

3 credits

Clinical experience in procedures performed in invasive cardiology. This includes using the equipment, performing tests, and giving patient care as it relates to the cardiovascular area. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is a required outcome of this course. Prerequisite: CARD-207. (12 hours lab weekly)

CARD-250  Advanced Interventional Radiology Procedures

3 credits

This course is for students currently employed in an Interventional Radiology setting. The anatomy and procedural aspects of performing vascular interventional studies of the head, trunk and extremities are examined. Patient preparation, imagining techniques and equipment selection are outlined. In the clinical setting students will apply theory. (2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab)

CARD-251  Advanced Interventional Procedures

5 credits

The student will observe and assist the physician in performing intravascular interventional radiological operative procedures. The student will develop competency in performing interventional radiological procedures for adults and children. Theory support will include an in-depth review of the anatomy and physiology of the circulatory, neurologic, respiratory, genitourinary, hepatobiliary, lymphatic and gastrointestinal system. Prerequisite: CARD-207. (2 hours lecture, 9 hours lab)

CARD-261  Clinical Internship

4 credits

Practicum in a clinical setting. Student will refine clinical skills by active participation in a cardiovascular department. Opportunity will also be provided for observation in alternative sites for technologists in the field. On campus seminar session includes opportunity for case study presentations relative to the field of invasive cardiovascular technology. Corequisite: CARD-251. (24 hours lab weekly)