RSPT 2314 - Mechanical Ventilation

CIP Code 510908

3 Course Credits

The study of mechanical ventilation with emphasis on ventilator classification, methods, principles, and operational characteristics. This course is a continuation of Mechanical Ventilation I, designed to provide the student with the opportunity to set up, operate, and troubleshoot various volume ventilators on the market today. Emphasis will be placed on building skills needed to work with volume and pressure ventilators.

2 Lecture Hours Per Week
4 Lab Hours Per Week
96 Contact Hours

Instructional Methods: LEC, LAB

Registration Restrictions: Restricted to Respiratory Care students

Co-requisites: RSPT 1262
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course