Mechanical Ventilation Lab (RT 107L)

Term: 2026-2027 School Year Fall Term

Faculty

Derick W JohnsonShow MyInfo popup for Derick W Johnson

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I have been a dedicated Respiratory therapist since 2012 with extensive experience across a wide range of clinical settings.  Proven expertise in all facets of respiratory care, including ICU, Pediatrics, NICU, emergency medicine, hyperbaric oxygen, sleep medicine, Pulmonary functions, with a background in cardiology and EEGs.  Formal training in ECMO as part of the Acute Lung Rescue Team and deployed with multinational healthcare personnel in a combat setting.  I have held leadership roles including Charge Respiratory Therapist and Department Supervisor, providing clinical oversight, staff coordination, and operational support.  

Outside of professional life, I enjoy woodworking, homesteading, and an out-door-focused lifestyle.  I find balance and fulfillment in hands on craftmanship, self-sufficiency, and time spend in nature.  

Schedule

Wed-Thu, 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM (8/24/2026 - 12/11/2026) Location: SF SULLI 107

Description

This lab-based course offers a hands-on learning environment where students can deepen their understanding of mechanical ventilators and their roles in critical and intensive care settings. Students will gain practical skills in setting up, operating, and troubleshooting various modes of mechanical ventilation. Simulated clinical scenarios will be employed to explore the ethical dimensions and interdisciplinary aspects of managing patients on various types of mechanical ventilators. The aim of this course is to equip students with the technical prowess and ethical grounding necessary to provide high-quality care to critically ill patients, preparing them for the complex challenges they will face in their professional careers. Prerequisite: RT 103, RT 104, RT 104L, RT 105, RT 105L Corequisite: RT 107