• MSRS 6910: Transition to Practice

  2.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  Transition to practice provides students with a pertinent review of the content, skills, and processes necessary to gain and maintain imaging credentials and elevate professional practice. The course explores the fundamental aspects of professionalism, interprofessional communication, quality in practice, and professional resilience.
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• MSRS 6992: Advanced Practice Seminar

  1.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  This course is designed to enhance students' knowledge of current research and advances in the Radiologic Sciences.
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• MSRS 6999: Masters Thesis

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  Students will enroll for this course as they complete their Masters thesis under the direction of a departmental graduate advisor. Departmental seminars and readings may also be assigned as part of this course. Students will finish their Master of Science in Radiologic Sciences degree by first completing a course of classroom or didactic study, then writing an original research monograph for their thesis. This course is to be used during the time the student is writing the thesis and getting approval for the thesis.
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• MSRT 6010: Medical Writing

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  This course will assist students in developing writing skills that meet professional journal requirements. Students will learn how to write research reports, abstracts, clinical case reports and scientific posters. Students will develop skills in effective editing, reviewing and proofreading. They will also develop skills that allow them to critically read published research articles in order to understand the validity and implications of the study results.
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• MSRT 6020: Medical Pathophysiology

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  Advanced-practice pathology of the heart and lungs presented in case study format for articulating a working diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care based on an abundance of patient assessment techniques including patient history/physical, signs, symptoms, and ancillary radiographic evidence. Medical information gathered from research database articles are presented to enhance a decision-making rationale for the treatment of cardiopulmonary diseases.
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• MSRT 6030: Learning Theory/Sim Strategies

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  An application of teaching and learning theories for adult learners across variable clinical, laboratory, simulation lab, and in face-to-face interactions are explored within both traditional and non-traditional classroom settings. Teaching strategies and simulation designs are designed to support student learning for future respiratory therapy educators and clinical instructors.
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• MSRT 6040: Respiratory Care Education

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  This course aims to explore concepts of teaching and learning theories (adult learners) in a rapidly changing healthcare environment. Included are knowledge, attitudes, and skills needed to train future respiratory therapy educators, clinical educators for expanding roles in healthcare.
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• MSRT 6050: RC Curriculum & Course Design

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  This course aims to explore concepts of course design and curriculum development specific to respiratory therapy education. Essential elements will include developing a syllabus, determining course materials, selecting optimal teaching methods, and designing appropriate assessments. The course will also address course management, teaching diverse students, using technology in teaching, and meeting accreditation standards.
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• MSRT 6130: Evidence-based Practice

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  This course explores research-based evidence of best practices for advanced respiratory care practitioners (RCP's) by identifying important questions, i.e., medication, ventilation strategies, protocols, etc. in the evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment of patients suffering abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. A methodological approach to evaluate practice is explored through a systematic literature search whereby the evidence manifest through particular treatments of a population can be expected.
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• MSRT 6140: Applied Research in Resp Care

  3.00 Credits

  Weber State University

  
  Research is a fundamenal part of healthcare. This course will explore research opportunities specifically in the field of respiratory care. Basic statistical concepts will be reviewed. Nominal, ordinal, and continuous methods will also be studied. Publishing the findings through an original research paper, an abstract, case report, and poster presentation will be a main focus for this course.
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