HPRS 1202 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Wellness and Health Promotion This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: This course provides an overview of wellness theory and its application throughout the lifespan with a focus on attitude development, impact of cultural beliefs, and communication of wellness. (2 Lec.) |
HPRS 1203 (2 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by El Centro College. Offered at BHC End of Life Issues This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: The course facilitates discussion of grief, loss, and end of life issues. Prepares caregivers to function in setting where communication skills are utilized to provide psychosocial support to persons and their families. This course is also intended to help the student understand the nature of death and dying as well as enable the student to come to grips with one’s own personal feelings about death. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
HPRS 1204 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Basic Health Profession Skills This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: This course includes a study of the concepts that serve as the foundation for health profession courses, including client care and safety issues, basic client monitoring, and health documentation methods. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
HPRS 1205 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Essentials of Medical Law/Ethics for Health Professionals This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Introduction to the relationship between legal aspects and ethics in health care with emphasis on responsibilities of health care professionals. (2 Lec.) |
HPRS 1206 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Essentials of Medical Terminology This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of common medical terminology, word origin, structure, and application. (2 Lec.) |
HPRS 1291 (2 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Special Topics in Health Professions and Related Sciences, Other This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: HPRS 1204. Course Description: Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course builds on previously acquired knowledge and skills. Lecture and simulated laboratory experience prepares the student to perform patient care utilizing critical thinking and advanced clinical skills. Competency must be demonstrated on effective level of practice and knowledge. Skills achieved include EKG, finger sticking, physical assessment, IV's. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec, 4 Lab.) |
HPRS 1310 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by El Centro College. Offered at BHC Introduction to Pharmacology This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A study of drug classifications, actions, therapeutic uses, adverse effects, and routes of administration. Does not include dosage calculations. (3 Lec.) |
HPRS 2201 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Pathophysiology This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: This course includes the study of pathology and general health management of diseases and injuries across the life span. Topics include etiology, symptoms, and the physical and psychological reactions to diseases and injuries. (2 Lec., 1 Lab.) |
HPRS 2210 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Basic Health Profession Skills II This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Required: HPRS 1204 with a grade of “C” or better. Course Description: This course builds on previously acquired knowledge and skills relevant to the professional development of the student. Lecture and simulated laboratory experiences prepare the student to perform patient care utilizing critical thinking and advanced clinical skills. (1 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
HPRS 2231 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC General Health Professions Management This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: This course will cover the exploration and application of management concepts necessary for effective health profession operations. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
HPRS 2300 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Pharmacology for Health Professions This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: This course includes a study of drug classifications, actions, therapeutic uses, adverse effects, routes of administration, and calculation of dosages. (3 Lec.) |
RADR 1201 (2 Credit Hours) Reinstated course added September 1, 2017
Offered at BHC, ECC Introduction to Radiography This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An overview of the historical development of radiography, basic radiation protection, an introduction to medical terminology, ethical and legal issues for health care professionals, and an orientation to the profession and the health care system. (2 Lec.) |
RADR 1202 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Radiographic Image Evaluation I This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: RADR 1166 or instructor permission. Course Description: This course will introduce the student to the scientific process of radiographic image evaluation. (2 Lec.) |
RADR 1250 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Radiographic Image Evaluation II This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: RAD4 1202, RADR 1267 or instructor permission. Course Description: Assessment of radiographic images with an emphasis on identifying image artifacts, positioning qualities of the image, and technical qualities of the image using advanced concepts. (2 Lec.) |
RADR 1266 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Practicum (or Field Experience) - Radiologic Technology/Science-Radiographer This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. (20 Ext.) |
RADR 1267 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Practicum (or Field Experience) - Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: RADR 1166. Course Description: Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. (20 Ext.) |
RADR 1311 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC Basic Radiographic Procedures This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: RADR 2213, HPRS 1204, SCIT 1408 or BIOL 2402 or concurrent enrollment, or instructor approval. Course Description: An introduction to radiographic positioning terminology, the proper manipulation of equipment, positioning and alignment of the anatomical structure and equipment, and evaluation of images for proper demonstration of basic anatomy. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
RADR 1313 (3 Credit Hours) Reinstated course added September 1, 2017
Offered at ECC Principles of Radiographic Imaging I This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Radiographic image quality and the effects of exposure variables. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
RADR 1411 (4 Credit Hours) Reinstated course added September 1, 2017
Offered at ECC Basic Radiographic Procedures This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to radiographic positioning terminology, manipulation of equipment, positioning and alignment of the anatomic structure and equipment, and evaluation of images for demonstration of basic anatomy. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
RADR 2205 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Principles of Radiographic Imaging II This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: RADR 1213. Course Description: A continuation of the study of radiographic imaging technique formulation, image quality assurance, and the synthesis of all variables in image production. (1 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
RADR 2209 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC Radiographic Imaging Equipment This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Equipment and physics of x-ray production. Includes basic x-ray circuits. Also examines the relationship of conventional and digital equipment components to the imaging process. (2 Lec.) |
RADR 2213 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC Radiation Biology and Protection This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: SCIT 1407 or BIOL 2401 and admission to the program. Course Description: A study of the effects of radiation exposure on biological systems, typical medical exposure levels, methods for measuring and monitoring radiation and methods for protecting personnel and patients from excessive exposure. (2 Lec.) |
RADR 2217 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC Radiographic Pathology This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: HPRS 2201, SCIT 1408 or BIOL 2402, RADR 1411, RADR 2301, RADR 2331 or instructor permission. Course Description: A presentation of the disease process and common diseases and their appearance on medical images. (2 Lec.) |
RADR 2233 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Advanced Medical Imaging This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An exploration of specialized imaging modalities with an emphasis on the concepts and theories of equipment operation and their integration for medical diagnosis. (2 Lec., 1 Lab.) |
RADR 2235 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC Radiologic Technology Seminar This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: All previously required RADR courses in sequence, concurrent enrollment or permission of the instructor. Course Description: A capstone course focusing on the synthesis of professional knowledge, skills, and attitudes in preparation for professional employment and lifelong learning. (2 Lec.) |
RADR 2266 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, ECC Practicum (or Field Experience) - Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: RADR 1267. Course Description: Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. (20 Ext.) |
RADR 2267 (2 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Practicum (or Field Experience) - Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: RADR 2266. Course Description: Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. (15 Ext.) |
RADR 2301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Intermediate Radiographic Procedures This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: RADR 1411, HPRS 1204, or instructor permission. Course Description: A continuation of the study of the proper manipulation of radiographic equipment, positioning and alignment of the anatomical structure and equipment, and evaluation of images for proper demonstration of anatomy. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
RADR 2305 (3 Credit Hours) Reinstated course added September 1, 2017
Offered at ECC Principles of Radiographic Imaging II This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: Radiographic image quality and the effects of exposure variables, and the synthesis of all variables in image production. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
RADR 2313 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Radiation Biology and Protection This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: SCIT 1407 or BIOL 2401 and MATH 1314. Course Description: Effects of radiation exposure on biological systems. Includes typical medical exposure levels, methods for measuring and monitoring radiation, and methods for protecting personnel and patients from excessive exposure. (3 Lec.) |
RADR 2331 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Advanced Radiographic Procedures This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: RADR 1411 and RADR 2301. Course Description: Continuation of positioning; alignment of the anatomical structure and equipment, evaluation of images for proper demonstration of anatomy and related pathology. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.) |
RADR 2335 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Radiologic Technology Seminar This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: A capstone course focusing on the synthesis of professional knowledge, skills, and attitudes in preparation for professional employment and lifelong learning. (3 Lec.) |
SCIT 1307 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Applied Human Anatomy and Physiology I This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Required: College level ready in Reading and Writing. Course Description: In-depth coverage of the structure and function of the human body. Topics include cell structure and function; tissues; body organization; and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems. Emphasis on homeostasis. This course is cross-listed as SCIT 1407. The student may register for either SCIT 1307 or SCIT 1407 but may receive credit for only one of the two. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
SCIT 1308 (3 Credit Hours)
Course not offered this year at any colleges of DCCCD. Applied Human Anatomy and Physiology II This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite: SCIT 1307. Course Description: A continuation of Applied Human Anatomy and Physiology I designed for students considering a career in the health field. The following body systems are included: digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic/immune, renal/excretory, and reproductive. Emphasis is on homeostasis. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.) |
SCIT 1407 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC Applied Human Anatomy and Physiology I This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Required: College level ready in Reading and Writing. Course Description: An applied systematic study of the structure and function of the human body designed for students considering a career in the health field. Includes anatomical terminology, cells, tissues, and the following systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine. Emphasis on homeostasis. This course is cross-listed as SCIT 1307. The student may register for either SCIT 1407 or SCIT 1307 but may receive credit for only one of the two. This course is intended for students seeking to complete an Applied Science Degree. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
SCIT 1408 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC Applied Human Anatomy and Physiology II This is a WECM Course Number. Prerequisite Recommended: SCIT 1407. Course Description: A continuation of Applied Human Anatomy and Physiology I designed for students considering a career in the health field. The following body systems are included: digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic/immune, renal/excretory, reproductive, and an expansion of endorine function. Emphasis is on homeostasis. This course is intended for students seeking to complete an Applied Science Degree. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
SCIT 1420 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at ECC Physics for Allied Health This is a WECM Course Number. Course Description: An introduction to physics with emphasis on applications to health related fields of study. Topics include forces, motion, work and energy, fluids, heat, electricity and magnetism, wave motion, sound, electromagnetic radiation, and nuclear radiation. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.) |
Academic Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four-year colleges and universities.
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four-year colleges and universities.