Current Students: Courses - Department of Associated Clinical Sciences

*Associated lecture and lab courses must be taken concurrently on a student's first attempt. If a course needs to be remediated, students are allowed to take only the portion failed.

ACS-208 Radiology Review 2 units, 22 hours
This course is focused on mastering the NBCE Part IV format. The progressive steps required to formulate a decision regarding diagnosis and patient care are presented in a case oriented approach. Mock examinations are used. Prerequisites: ACS-324, ACS-335

ACS-231 Physics of Diagnostic Radiology 3 units, 33 hours
This course is an introduction to the physics of x-ray. Photon production, projection, collimation, attenuation, and image formation are among the topics considered. The various components of x-ray systems are studied as are the fundamentals of darkroom procedure. Emphasis is placed on the biological effects of ionizing radiation and on patient protection.

ACS-232 Emergency Care (with lab) 3 units, 33 hours
The goal of this course is to allow the student doctor of chiropractic to gain the knowledge, perception, and confidence to handle health emergencies wherever they may occur; in the office, on the street, and in the home. The following topics will be covered in detail: patient assessment, CPR, medical, traumatic and environmental emergencies and first aid. Prerequisites: ANAT-219, ANAT-128, PHYS-122, PATH-221

ACS-311 Physiotherapy II*  4 units, 44 hours
This course includes theory, principles, and use of standard recognized physiotherapy equipment. The course is designed to allow the student to develop a working knowledge of the physics and functions of the commonly employed therapeutic modalities.

ACS-312 Radiographic Positioning (with lab)  2 units, 33 hours
This is a practical course in radiologic technique with emphasis on special chiropractic procedures. Machine operation and patient positioning are demonstrated and discussed. Radiography of the appendicular skeleton is included. Emphasis is placed on patient and operator protection and radiographic quality assurance.
Prerequisites: ACS-313

ACS-313 Radiology I*(with Lab)  5 units, 66 hours
First in the radiologic diagnosis series, this course is designed to acquaint the student with basic radiographic anatomy. The course covers normal radiographic anatomy, roentgenometrics, and common normal variants. X-ray report writing will be introduced.
Prerequisites: ANAT-111, CPP-118, PATH-315

ACS-320 Applied Nutrition 2 units, 22 hours
Building on the information learned in Clinical Nutrition this course emphasizes the role of nutrition in practical settings with the emphasis on the role of nutrition in a wellness practice.

ACS-322 Physiotherapy 1* (with Lab) 4 units, 55 hours
This course focuses on the assessment techniques of postural analysis and muscle testing preliminary to developing an exercise regimen and rehabilitation protocol for a chiropractic management plan. Stretching and strengthening programs, cervical and low back supports, wobble boards, and gym balls will be discussed in relationship to chiropractic rehabilitation. Prerequisites: PHIL-215, PHPA-212

ACS-324 Radiology III (with lab) 4 units, 55 hours
A continuation of Radiology I and II, this course follows the approach initiated during Radiology II. Normal radiographic findings are compared to abnormal radiographic findings. Bone tumors, infections, and metabolic diseases are covered. This class has designated open lab hours.
Prerequisites: ACS-312

ACS-335 Radiology II (with lab) 4 units, 55 hours
This course is a continuation in the radiology diagnostic series, is designed to reinforce the material of Radiology I. Normal radiographic findings are compared to abnormal radiographic findings. Trauma and arthritis are the primary conditions covered. This class has designated open lab hours. Prerequisites: ACS-313

ACS-345 Clinical Laboratory Diagnosis A (with lab)3.5 units, 44 hrs
This course is designed to teach students the proper usage of the clinical laboratory within the practice of chiropractic. Emphasis is placed on hematology, clinical chemistry and urology interpretation, and integration with the patient history and physical examination. The laboratory section will focus on interpretation of clinical laboratory data. Prerequisite: PATH-227, PHPA-213, PHPA-224, PHPA-337, PATH-315, DIAG-316, DIAG-226, DIAG-236

ACS-346 Clinical Laboratory Diagnosis B (with lab) 3.5 units, 44 hrs
This course is designed to teach students the proper usage of the clinical laboratory within the practice of chiropractic. Emphasis is placed on hematology, clinical chemistry and urology interpretation, and integration with the patient history and physical examination. The laboratory section will focus on interpretation of clinical laboratory data. Prerequisite: PATH-227, PHPA-213, PHPA-224, PHPA-225, PHPA-337, PATH-315, DIAG-316, DIAG-226, DIAG-236

ACS-407 Practical Radiology 3 unit, 33 hours
This course is directed to the understanding of Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the spine and instability of the spine. Upright and recumbent MRI, video-floroscopy and plain film x-ray evaluation is discussed.
Prerequisite: ACS-208

ACS-811 Physiotherapy II Lab* .5 unit, 10 hours
This lab includes theory, principles, and use of standard recognized physiotherapy equipment. The course is designed to allow the student to develop a working knowledge of the physics and functions of the commonly employed therapeutic modalities.

ACS-813 Radiology I Lab* 1 units, 20 hours
First in the radiologic diagnosis series, this lab course is designed to acquaint the student with basic radiographic anatomy. The course covers normal radiographic anatomy, roentgenometrics, and common normal variants. X-ray report writing will be introduced.
Prerequisites: ANAT-611, CPP-118, ACS-231, PATH-315

ACS-822 Physiotherapy 1 Lab* 1 unit, 20 hours
This lab focuses on the assessment techniques of postural analysis and muscle testing preliminary to developing an exercise regimen and rehabilitation protocol for a chiropractic management plan. Stretching and strengthening programs, cervical and low back supports, wobble boards and gym balls will be discussed in relationship to chiropractic rehabilitation.

Associated Clinical Sciences Electives

ACS-188 Wellnes in the Workplace Through Applied Ergonomics (not offered every term) 2 units, 20 hours
This course focuses on the principles and practices of ergonomic safety management, as it relates to the doctors role of providing the most reasonable accommodation strategies for their patients/clients in terms primary, secondary and tertiary preventive management of musculoskeletal disorders (MSD's). Basic aspects of worksite epidemiologic surveillance and the early recognition of risk factors or exposures will be given in a 4-phase system or holistic approach, as well as the analysis and research of all relevant data collected and the development of intervention strategies, such as training, order furniture and accessories, ergonomic design/redesign issues.

ACS-887 Supplemental Physiotherapy Applications  (Not offered for SP09 term) 3.5 units, 40 hrs
This course is designed to build upon the knowledge gained from the PT1 and PT2 courses related to the indications, contraindications and application of various forms of physiotherapy modalities and rehabilitative techniques.
There is no standard syllabus for this course.