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18 courses with the subject RTH, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

RTH 102Integrated Sciences for Respiratory Care II3

Integrates the concepts of mathematics, chemistry, physics, microbiology, and computer technology as these sciences apply to the practices of respiratory care. Prerequisite Current Respiratory Therapy Student Lecture Hours 3 Note

Subject
RTH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.mecc.edu
RTH 110Fundamental Theory & Procedures for Respiratory Care3

Focuses on the development of basic respiratory care skills necessary to enter the hospital environment. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only. Prerequisite Current Respiratory Therapy Student Lecture Hours 2 Lab hours 3 Note

Subject
RTH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.mecc.edu
RTH 111Anatomy & Physiology for the Cardiopulmonary System3

Concentrates on anatomy and physiology of the cardio-pulmonary system. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only. Prerequisite Current Respiratory Therapy Student Lecture Hours 3 Note

Subject
RTH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.mecc.edu
RTH 112Pathology of the Cardiopulmonary System3

Presents pathophysiology of medical and surgical diseases with emphasis upon diseases of cardiopulmonary system. Prerequisite Current Respiratory Therapy Student Lecture Hours 3 Note

Subject
RTH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.mecc.edu
RTH 121Cardiopulmonary Science I3

Focuses on pathophysiology, assessment, treatment, and evaluation of patients with cardiopulmonary disease. Explores cardiopulmonary and neuromuscular physiology and patho- physiology. Prerequisite Current Respiratory Therapy Student Lecture Hours 3 Note

Subject
RTH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.mecc.edu
RTH 131Respiratory Care Theory & Procedures I4

Presents theory of equipment and procedures and related concepts used for patients requiring general, acute and critical cardiopulmonary care. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only. Part I of II. Prerequisite Current Respiratory Therapy Student Lecture Hours 3 Lab hours 3 Note

Subject
RTH
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.mecc.edu
RTH 132Respiratory Care Theory & Procedures II4

Presents theory of equipment and procedures and related concepts used for patients requiring general, acute and critical cardiopulmonary care. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only. Part II of II. Prerequisite Current Respiratory Therapy Student Lecture Hours 3 Lab hours 3 Note

Subject
RTH
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.mecc.edu
RTH 135Respiratory Care Diagnostic & Therapeutic Procedures2

Focuses on purpose, implementation and evaluation of equipment, and procedures used in the diagnosis and therapeutic management of patients with cardiopulmonary disease. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only. Prerequisite Plan# 181 Lecture Hours 1 Lab hours 1 Note

Subject
RTH
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.mecc.edu
RTH 145Pharmacology for Respiratory Care I2

Presents selection criteria for the use of, and detailed information on pharmacologic agents used in pulmonary care. Prerequisite Current Respiratory Therapy Student Lecture Hours 2 Note

Subject
RTH
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.mecc.edu
RTH 151Fundamental Clinical Procedures I4

Offers clinical instruction in basic patient care practices. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only. Prerequisite Current Respiratory Therapy Student Lecture Hours 2 Lab hours 6 Note

Subject
RTH
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.mecc.edu
RTH 152Fundamental Clinical Procedures II4

Offers clinical instruction in basic patient care practices. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only. Prerequisite Current Respiratory Therapy Student Lecture Hours 2 Lab hours 6 Note

Subject
RTH
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.mecc.edu
RTH 224Integrated Respiratory Therapy Skills I2

Presents intensive correlation of all major respiratory therapy subject areas reflecting the entry-level and advanced practitioner matrices. Emphasizes assessment, implementation, and modification of therapy to patient response.An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only. Prerequisite Current Respiratory Therapy Student Lecture Hours 2 Note

Subject
RTH
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.mecc.edu
RTH 226Theory of Neonatal & Pediatric Respiratory Care2

Focuses on cardiopulmonary physiology and pathology of the newborn and pediatric patient. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only. Prerequisite Current Respiratory Therapy Student Lecture Hours 2 Note

Subject
RTH
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.mecc.edu
RTH 227Integrated Respiratory Therapy Skills II2

Presents intensive correlation of all major respiratory therapy subject areas reflecting the entry-level and advanced practitioner matrices. Emphasizes assessment, implementation, and modification of therapy to patient response. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only. Prerequisite Current Respiratory Therapy Student Lecture Hours 2 Note

Subject
RTH
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.mecc.edu
RTH 253Advanced Clinical Procedures III3

Offers clinical instruction in advanced patient care practices. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only. Prerequisite Current Respiratory Therapy Student Note

Subject
RTH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.mecc.edu
RTH 254Advanced Clinical Procedures IV3

Offers clinical instruction in advanced patient care practices. Clinical 15 hours per week. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only. Prerequisite Current Respiratory Therapy Student Note

Subject
RTH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.mecc.edu
RTH 265Current Issues in Respiratory Care2

Explores current issues affecting the profession of respiratory care. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only. Prerequisite Current Respiratory Therapy Student Lecture Hours 2 Note

Subject
RTH
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.mecc.edu
RTH 26712 Lead Electrocardiographic Diagnostics3

Presents a basic review of cardiac anatomy and physiology, and fundamental EKG’s including the dysrhythmias. The focus of the remainder of the course is 12-lead diagnostics, including bundle branch clocks; hemiblocks; digitalis effects; myocardial ischemia, injury and infarction and related wave changes. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $50.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $25.00 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only. Prerequisite Current Respiratory Therapy Student Lecture Hours 3 Note

Subject
RTH
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog
Source
catalog.mecc.edu

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