CAVT 1002 MEDICAL PHYSICS
(15-30-2)
Prerequisite: Program Admission; MATH 1111,
ENGL 1101, PHYS 1110,
PHYS 1110L, ALHS 1040,
ALHS 1090,
BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L,
BIOL 2114, BIOL 2114L
In this course the student is introduced to theory of medical instrumentation and physics
found in the cardiovascular sciences. Performance of laboratory procedure is used to
reinforce understanding of biomedical applications of equipment and uses as well as
proper technique in safety. Topics include: electrical circuit theory, hospital equipment
safety and medical instruments and equipment.
CAVT 1020 CARDIAC
CATHETERIZATON I (15-105-4)
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisites: CAVT 1021, CAVT 1080
This course includes an intensive study of the role of the Cardiovascular Technology student
in the various diagnostic invasive cardiac catheterization procedures such as right and left
heart procedures, temporary pacemakers, Swan-Ganz catheters, and coronary angioplasty. This
includes identification of angiographic images and data as well as basic principles, special
techniques in cardiac catheterization, and interventional techniques. Additional topics
include emergency life support, cardiac pharmacology, and cardiac pathology and advance
cardiac life support.
CAVT 1021 CARDIAC
CATHETERIZATION CLINICAL I (0-135-3)
Prerequisite: None
Co-requisites: CAVT 1020, CAVT 1080
Clinical prep will provide hands-on experience and will serve as an introduction to the
competencies, rotations, and expectations of the student while in the cardiac catheterization
lab in a student capacity. Topics include: ethical and legal behavior in the catheterization
laboratory, environmental safety in the catheterization laboratory, clinical orientation,
monitoring skills, and basic life support. The student will perform and complete various
competencies to prepare for the clinical experience in each rotation.
CAVT 1030 ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY AND
CARDIAC ANATOMY (45-30-4)
Prerequisite: Program Admission; MATH 1111,
ENGL 1101, ALHS 1040,
ALHS 1090, BIOL 2113,
BIOL 2113L,
BIOL 2114, BIOL 2114L
This course introduces the concepts essential in the performance and interpretation of
12-lead EKG and heart sounds. As a study of the anatomy, physiology, structural
relationships, and the pathophysiology of the human heart and vascular system, the
course concentrates on specialized terminology, cardiac and vascular anatomy, and
electrophysiology. Topics include: heart anatomy, circulatory system, heart electrical
system, physical heart defects, electrocardiograph, preparation for various
electrocardiographic examinations, physical principles and pathophysiology of heart
sounds, exercise physiology, stress testing, Holter monitoring, cardiac pacemakers, and
cardiac rehabilitation programs. Laboratory experience will be provided.
CAVT 1080 ADVANCED HEMODYNAMICS
AND CARDIAC PHYSIOLOGY (45-30-4)
Prerequisite: CAVT 1030
The student is introduced to various forms of invasive monitoring. Various forms of invasive
access are studied, including right and left heart catherization, arterial line setups, and
appropriate care. Emphasis is placed on the basics of hemodynamic monitoring and
interpretation. Also provides an overview of cardiovascular physiology and pathophysiology.
Topics include: hemodynamics, aseptic technique, infection control, biochemistry of the
cardiac muscle, conduction system, electrocardiogram, pathophysiology of acquired diseases,
embryological development, and pathophysiology of congenital diseases.
CAVT 1090 DRUG CALCULATIONS
AND ADMINISTRATION (15-30-2)
Prerequisites: MATH 1101, MATH 1111
This course uses basic mathematical concepts and includes basic drug administration and
emphasizes critical thinking skills. Topics include: systems of measurement, calculating
drug problems, resource materials usage, basic pharmacology, administering medications in
a simulated clinical environment, principles of IV therapy techniques, and client education.
CAVT 1100 CARDIAC
CATHETERIZATION FUNDAMENTALS (30-45-3)
Prerequisite: Program Admission; MATH 1111,
ENGL 1101, ALHS 1040,
ALHS 1090, BIOL 2113,
BIOL 2113L,
BIOL 2114, BIOL 2114L
This course provides an overview of cardiovascular invasive diagnosis and therapy and includes
an introduction of the cardiac catheterization lab. Topics include: ex-ray therapy, safety,
positioning, coronary arteriography, pharmacology, invasive cardiac measurements and calculations,
and specialty procedures.
CAVT 2020 CARDIAC
CATHETERIZATION II (30-75-4)
Prerequisites: CAVT 1020, CAVT 1021
Co-requisite: CAVT 2030
An intensive study of the role of the CV Technologist in the various Cardiac Catheterization
procedures such as: right and left heart catheterization, temporary pacemakers, Swan-Ganz,
and coronary angioplasty. Topics include: general principles of acid-base and blood gas
collection, interpretation and analogies, cardiac surgery and peripheral vascular disease,
basic principles of electrophysiology and pacemaker technology, congenital heart disease
and corrective surgeries, and basic hemodynamic review. Lab experience will be provided.
CAVT 2030 CARDIAC
CATHETERIZATION CLINICAL II (0-270-6)
Prerequisites: CAVT 1020, CAVT 1021
Co-requisite: CAVT 2020
Provides hands-on experience in performing invasive cardiac catheterization procedures
while being monitored by a registered preceptor. Topics include: policies and procedures
class, ethical and legal behavior in the catheterization laboratory, scrubbing skills,
monitoring skills, and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification.
CAVT 2040 CARDIAC
CATHETERIZATION III (30-75-4)
Prerequisites: CAVT 2020, CAVT 2030
Co-requisite: CAVT 2050
An intensive study of the role of the CV Technologist in the various invasive Cardiac
Catheterization specialize procedures such as: vascular interventional radiography,
cardiac pacing, electrophysiologic testing, and cardiac computer tomography and computer
tomography angiography. Clinical labs experience will be provided.
CAVT 2050 CARDIAC
CATHETERIZATION CLINICAL III (0-315-7)
Prerequisites: CAVT 2020, CAVT 2030
Co-requisite: CAVT 2040
This course provides a culminating clinical experience which allows students to analyze
information and procedural instruction provided throughout the program. Offers an intensive
study of the hands-on experience in the role of the cardiac catheterization technologist in
advanced cardiovascular procedures related to the catheterization lab while being monitored
by a registered preceptor with emphasis on continuing to develop skills in scrubbing,
monitoring and circulating during diagnostic and interventional procedures. Topics include:
professional conduct, infection control, scrubbing skills, monitoring skills and circulation
skills.
CAVT 2060 CARDIAC
CATHETERIZATION CLINICAL IV/EXTERNSHIP (0-495-11)
Prerequisites: CAVT 2040, CAVT 2050
Co-requisite: CAVT 2080
This course provides a culminating independent clinical experience which allows students
to analyze information and procedural instruction provided throughout the program. Offers
an intensive study of the hands-on experience in the role of a cardiac catheterization
technologist in advanced cardiovascular procedures as it relates to the catheterization
lab while being monitored by a registered preceptor with emphasis on independently
functioning with very little assistance. Continuing to develop skills towards working as
a technologist in scrubbing, monitoring and circulating during diagnostic and interventional
procedures. Topics include: professional conduct, infection control, scrubbing skills,
monitoring skills, and circulating skills.
CAVT 2070 CARDIAC
CATHETERIZATIION REGISTRY REVIEW I (0-45-1)
Prerequisites: CAVT 1020, CAVT 1021,
CAVT 2020, CAVT 2030
This course is an intensive review to prepare the student for the national examination.
Topics include: cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, cardiovascular disease and
pathophysiology hemodynamic data, diagnostic techniques and patient care assessments.
CAVT 2080 CARDIAC
CATHETERIZATION REGISTRY REVIEW II (0-45-1)
Prerequisite: CAVT 2070
Co-requisite: CAVT 2060
This course is an intensive review to prepare the student for the national examination.
Topics include: intervention, pharmacology, and equipment and instrumentation.