ADP Respiratory Therapy

ADPRT

COURSE FACT
STUDY LEVEL STUDY NOTE PROGRAM DURATION CREDITS HOURS

Undergraduate

Full-Time

2 years/ 4 Semesters

69

Eligibility Criteria

Intermediate (FSc with minimum 45% marks or equivalent)

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ADMISSIONS

OPEN 2025

OBJECTIVES

To equip students with the knowledge, skills, and clinical expertise needed to assess, manage, and treat respiratory disorders, preparing them to deliver high-quality patient care and contribute to advancements in respiratory health.

ROLE AND SCOPE

  • Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of respiratory system anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology to assess and treat respiratory conditions.
  • Apply evidence-based practices in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of respiratory disorders across the lifespan, including acute and chronic conditions.
  • Utilize advanced diagnostic tools and techniques, such as pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis, to evaluate and monitor respiratory health.
  • Administer respiratory care treatments and therapies, including mechanical ventilation, oxygen therapy, and airway management, in a variety of clinical settings.
  • Develop clinical reasoning and decision-making skills to create individualized treatment plans for patients with respiratory conditions.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in using respiratory equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and troubleshooting to enhance patient care.

Semester I

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours Nature Pre-requisite
ISL-101 / ETH-100 Islamic Studies / Ethics 2 (2-0) Compulsory NIL
ENG-107 Functional English 3 (3-0) Compulsory  
GEN-105 Creative Arts 2 (2-0) Compulsory  
ISL-103 Teachings of Holy Quran - I NC Compulsory  
BIOC-101 Biochemistry 3 (2-1) Inter-disciplinary  
PHSL-105 Cardio-Pulmonary Physiology 3 (2-1) Major  
RST-101 Introduction to Respiratory Therapy 3 (2-1) Major  
  Total Credit Hours 16    

Semester II

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours Nature Pre-requisite
GEN-104 Ideology & Constitution of Pakistan 2 (2-0) Compulsory NIL
CS-102 Applications of Information & Communication Technologies 3 (2-1) Compulsory  
ENG-108 Expository Writing 3 (3-0) Compulsory  
ISL-104 Teachings of Holy Quran - II NC Compulsory  
ANA-106 Cardio-Respiratory Anatomy 3 (2-1) Major  
PATH-101 Cardio-Pulmonary Pathology 3 (3-0) Major  
RST-111 General Respiratory Care 3 (3-0) Major  
  Total Credit Hours 17    

Semester III

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours Nature Pre-requisite
ISL-201 Teachings of Holy Quran - III NC Compulsory NIL
PSY-201 Psychology 2 (2-0) Compulsory  
GEN-202 Environmental Studies 3 (2-1) Compulsory  
GEN-206 Entrepreneurship 2 (2-0) Compulsory  
GEN-207 Quantitative Reasoning-I 3 (3-0) General  
RST-201 Advance Pulmonary Function Tests 3 (2-1) Major  
RST-202 Respiratory Therapy and Infection Control 3 (2-1) Major  
  Total Credit Hours 16    

Semester IV

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours Nature Pre-requisite
ISL-202 Teachings of Holy Quran - IV NC Compulsory NIL
GEN-203 Civics and Community Engagement 2 (2-0) Compulsory  
GEN-303 Quantitative Reasoning-II 3 (3-0) General GEN-207
PHARM-202 Cardio-pulmonary and CNS Pharmacology 3 (3-0) Inter-disciplinary NIL
PATH-202 Clinical Microbiology 3 (2-1) Inter-disciplinary  
RST-211 Bronchial Hygiene and Expansion Therapy 3 (2-1) Major  
RST-212 Respiratory Therapy Medical Technology 3 (2-1) Major  
  Total Credit Hours 17    

Semester Summer

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours Nature Pre-requisite
GEN-401 Internship 3 (0-3) Compulsory NIL
  Total Credit Hours 3    
  Grand Total 69