PSGT  1205  Neurophysiology of Sleep
Review of the human central nervous system as related to sleep.  Emphasis on associated wave patterns and collection and utilization of sleep histories.  Major Requirement: AAS - Polysomnographic Technology.  2 credit hours.  (W)

 

PSGT  1215  Introduction to Polysomnography
Introduction to the history of sleep medicine and the role of the technologist in current practice settings. Lab required. 2 credit hours. (W)

 

PSGT  1260  Certificate Clinical I-Polysomnography
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts.  Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.  Prerequisite: Admitted to the Certificate -Polysomnographic Technology Program.  Corequisite: PSGT 1400.  Major Requirement: Certificate - Polysomnographic Technology.  2 credit hours.  (W)

 

PSGT  1310  Neuroanatomy and Physiology
Basic neuroanatomy and physiology. Includes neurologic history, neurologic exam, and diagnostic tools applied to the study of various neurologic disorders. 3 credit hours. (W)

 

PSGT  1340  Sleep Disorders
Disorders that affect sleep.  Includes insomnia, circadian rhythm disorders, narcolepsy, sleep disordered breathing, REM Behavior, movement and neuromuscular disorders, medical, and psychiatric.  Prerequisite: PSGT 1310.  Major Requirement: AAS or Certificate - Polysomnographic Technology.  3 credit hours.  (W)

 

PSGT  1360  AAS Clinical I-Polysomnography
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts.  Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.  Prerequisite: PSGT 1400.  Major Requirement: AAS-Polysomnographic Technology.  3 credit hours.  (W)

 

PSGT  1400  Polysomnography I
Introduction to polysomnographic technology.  Includes terminology, instrumentation, patient safety, infection control, recording and monitoring techniques, documentation, professional issues, and patient-technologist interactions.  Lab required.  Major Requirement: AAS or Certificate - Polysomnographic Technology.  4 credit hours.  (W)

 

PSGT  2205  Sleep Scoring and Staging
Development of skills for sleep scoring, staging, and record preparation.  Lab required.  Prerequisite: PSGT 1400.  Major Requirement: AAS or Certificate - Polysomnographic Technology.  2 credit hours.  (W)

 

PSGT  2250  Infant and Pediatric Polysomnography
Sleep physiology and the normal sleep patterns of the infant and pediatric population.  Includes opportunities to perform a pediatric study.  Lab required.  Prerequisite: PSGT 1400.  Major Requirement: AAS or Certificate - Polysomnographic Technology.  2 credit hours.  (W)

 

PSGT  2260  Certificate Clinical II - Polysomnography
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts.  Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.  Prerequisite: PSGT 1260.  Major Requirement: Certificate - Polysomnographic Technology.  2 credit hours.  (W)

 

PSGT  2271  Pharmacology for Polysomnography
Discusses the basic principles of pharmacology and the clinical and pharmacological treatment of sleep disorders.  Addresses the use of sleep medication in children, adolescents, and the elderly.  Examines the administration, mode of action, and the physiological effects of pharmacological agents on sleep.  Prerequisite: PSGT 1205.  Major Requirement: AAS - Polysomnographic Technology.  2 credit hours.  (W)

 

PSGT  2272  Polysomnography Exam Preparation
Comprehensive review to optimize polysomnography credentialing exam success. Lab required. Prerequisite: Consent of Associate Dean/Director. Major Requirement: AAS or Certificate - Polysomnographic Technology. 2 credit hours. (W)

 

PSGT  2360  AAS Clinical II - Polysomnography
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.  Prerequisite: PSGT 1360.  Major Requirement: AAS Polysomnographic Technology.  3 credit hours.  (W)

 

PSGT  2361  AAS Clinical III - Polysomnography
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.  Prerequisite: PSGT 2360.  Major Requirement: AAS  Polysomnographic Technology.  3 credit hours.  (W)

 

PSGT  2374  Clinical Sleep Education
Overview of the role of the Clinical Sleep Educator, including patient education delivery styles, examination of patient learning styles, and a review to optimize credentialing exam success on the Certification in Clinical Sleep Health (CCSH) Exam. Lab required. Prerequisite: Consent of Associate Dean/Director. 3 credit hours. (W)

 

PSGT  2411  Polysomnography II
Current practices in polysomnography.  Includes the use of specialized equipment used to record and monitor various physiological parameters involved with sleep testing.  Emphasizes sleep disorders, theory of testing and treatment procedures, and analysis of polysomnography data.  Lab required.  Prerequisite: PSGT 1400.  Major Requirement: AAS or Certificate - Polysomnographic Technology.  4 credit hours.  (W)