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ENG-260 Survey of World Literature I
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
Students in English 260 read and discuss a wide selection of the greatest literary works ever written, from the beginnings to 1600. The impact of the historic and cultural environment upon the literature are considered as students read for both critical analysis and appreciation. Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 or ENG 101 .
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ENG-265 Survey of World Literature II
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
Students in English 265 read and discuss a wide selection of the greatest literary works ever written, from 1600 to the present. The impact of the historic and cultural environment upon the literature are considered as students read for both critical analysis and appreciation. Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 or ENG 101 .
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ENG-340 Survey English Literature I
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
Students read and discuss major works of English nonfiction, fiction, poetry and drama written before 1790. The impact of the historic and cultural environment upon the literature is considered as students read for both critical analysis and appreciation. Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 or ENG 101 .
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ENG-341 Survey English Literature II
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
Students read and discuss major works of English nonfiction, fiction, poetry and drama written since 1790. The impact of the historic and cultural environment upon the literature are considered as students read for both critical analysis and appreciation. Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 or ENG 101 .
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ENG-350 Survey American Literature I
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
Students in English 350 read and discuss major works of American nonfiction, fiction, poetry and drama written before 1870. The impact of the historic and cultural environment upon the literature is considered as students read for both critical analysis and appreciation. Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 or ENG 101 .
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ENG-351 Survey American Literature II
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
Students in English 351 read and discuss major works of American nonfiction, fiction, poetry and drama written since 1840. The impact of the historic and cultural environment upon the literature is considered as students read for both critical analysis and appreciation. Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 or ENG 101 .
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Environmental Science Technology |
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ENV-201 Introduction to Environmental Protection Technology
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
This course provides a foundation in which environmental science and protection technicians can study the science of environmental technology and remediation techniques of specific media including water, wastewater, air, noise, and hazardous waste. Environmental pollution sources, risk, regulations, and remediation are presented, along with discussions of environmental science and protection technicians role within the assessment and remediation process. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in BIO 105 .
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ENV-202 Water Quality Testing
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
This course provides an overview in which environmental science and protection technicians can study the principals of water quality management. Topics will include; quality standards for drinking water, regulations, and health and aesthetic aspects of drinking water. Chemical principals, source water composition, watershed protection, and water treatment processing will be presented along with discussions of the role environmental science and protection technicians will have in water quality testing and remediation processes. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CHM 101 , ENV 205 and PLS 255 .
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ENV-203 Air Quality Testing
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
This course provides an overview in which environmental science and protection technicians can study the impacts of air pollution and its regulations and reduction techniques. Topics will include the sources of selected air pollutants and source identification tools, chemical transformation and removal processes of the pollutants, characteristics of particulate matter (PM), measurement techniques of concentrations, particlesize distributions, and deposition. Regulations, exposure routes, human health effects, epidemiology, and risk are presented with discussions of environmental science and protection technician’s role within the assessment and remediation process. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CHM 101 , ENV 205 and PLS 255 .
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ENV-204 Hazardous Waste Management
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
This course provides a foundation in which environmental science and protection technicians can study the impacts of hazardous waste and handing techniques. Topics include; the role of hazardous waste in industry, regulations and agencies, hazardous waste versus hazardous materials, creation and implementation of site plans, and site specific procedures. Classifying environmental hazards, personal protective equipment, environmental laws, and decontamination procedures are presented, along with discussions of environmental science and protection technician’s utilization of techniques in hazardous waste operations. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in ENV 205 and PLS 255 .
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ENV-205 Occupational Health
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
This course provides a foundation in which environmental science and protection technicians can study the impacts of environmental sampling and process techniques on physical and psychological health. Environmental hazards, personal protective equipment, environmental laws, regulations, and enforcement of occupational health and safety standards/regulations are presented. Environmental science and protection technician’s use of safety techniques and protection practices in the field will be measured. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in BIO 105 and ENV 201 .
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ENV-290 Co-Operative Ed/Internship
Credits: 6
Contact Hours: Practicum 18
This course provides a hands-on approach to the daily practices and procedures performed in environmental occupations.
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English as a Second Language |
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ESL-050 English as a Second Language/ TOEFL® Test Preparation
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
Students taking this course are exposed to situations and materials supporting comprehension, listening, speaking, writing and reading of the academic English language. Completion of this course demonstrates increased ability to use English language in both fundamental and philosophical concepts important in college interaction and studying. Students are familiarized with the format and instructions of the computerized TOEFL® test (required for international student admissions to all colleges and universities in North America) and the types of questions in each section (listening comprehension, grammar, and reading comprehension).
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French |
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FRN-101 Beginning French I
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
This course introduces students to the basic structures and vocabulary of the French language as well as French-speaking cultures. All four skills are addressed: listening, speaking, reading and writing.
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FRN-102 Beginning French II
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
This course broadens the basic communication skills of French. Using a four-skills approach that emphasizes meaningful communication in cultural context, students will build upon existing knowledge to interact effectively with course members to accomplish a variety of everyday tasks in culturally astute ways.
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Fire Science Technology |
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FST-101 Principles Emergency Services
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
This course provides an overview to fire protection and emergency services; career opportunities in fire protection and related fields; culture and history of emergency services; fire loss analysis; organization and function of private and public protection services; fire departments as a part of local governments; laws and regulations affecting the fire service; fire service nomenclature; specific fire protection functions; basic fire chemistry and physics; introduction to fire protection systems; introduction to fire strategy and tactics; life safety initiatives.
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FST-102 Building Construction
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Firefighters must understand building construction to understand the behavior of buildings under fire conditions. The student is introduced to the principles, methods, techniques and terminology used in building construction and how building construction relates to fire protection and fire safety. The elements of construction and engineering design of structures relating to fire protection is emphasized. Structural components and structural collapse are studied. The different classifications of buildings and how building construction and codes affect fire and life safety are discussed. This course is written to the National Fire Academy (NFA) FESHE curriculum Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None
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FST-103 Emergency Medical Responder
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 2
This course focuses on the role of the Emergency Medical First Responder to initiate immediate lifesaving care to critical patients who access the emergency medical system through 911.
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FST-104 Basic Firefighting
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 2
This course is designed to provide students some of the very basic knowledge and skills necessary to help them have limited functionality and function as members of a fire department. It will serve as a primer for the Firefighter certification courses. Much of the information contained in this program comes from the Fire Fighter I and II curriculum to provide continuity in training materials. The program is to coincide with the latest NFPA Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications. It is not the intent of the FST Program to imply that individuals completing this course are qualified to take part in an interior fire attack situation.
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FST-105 Introduction to Firefighter 1&2
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2
This course is based on the National Fire Protection Association 1001, Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications (current edition). The performance requirements and practical skills necessary to perform the duties of a firefighter are introduced. Topics include fire service organization, safety, fire behavior, self-contained breathing apparatus, ropes, hose, ladders, rescue, ventilation, salvage, overhaul, portable fire extinguishers, emergency medical care, fire control, water supply and fire prevention. Individuals successfully completing this course and meeting the requirements of Missouri Division of Fire Safety will be eligible for certification as Firefighter I and II by the Division of Fire Safety. This course serves as the initial step for Firefighter 172 certification. Prerequisite(s): FST 120 or concurrent enrollment.
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FST-106 Firefighter I and II
Credits: 6
Contact Hours: Lec 4 Lab 4
This course is based on the National Fire Protection Association 1001, “Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications,” current edition. The performance requirements and practical skills necessary to perform the duties of a firefighter are thoroughly covered. Topics include fire service orientation, safety, fire behavior, selfcontained breathing apparatus, ropes, hoses, ladders, rescue, ventilation, salvage, overhaul, portable fire extinguishers, emergency medical care, fire control, water supply and fire prevention. Individuals successfully completing this course and meeting the requirements of Missouri Division of Fire Safety will be eligible for certification as Firefighter I and II by the Division of Safety. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in FST 105 and FST 120 . Corequisite(s): FST 120 can be taken concurrently.
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FST-107 Fire Prevention
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
This course provides fundamental knowledge relating to the field of fire prevention. Topics include history and philosophy of fire prevention, organization and operation of the fire prevention bureau, use and application of fire codes and standards, plans review, fire inspection, fire and life safety education, and fire investigation. This course is written to the National Fire Academy (NFA) FESHE curriculum.
Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None
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FST-108 Fire Behavior & Combustion
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 2 Practicum 0
This course explores the theories and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread, and how they are controlled. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None
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FST-109 Fire Hydraulics
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Note: Course only offered in the fall semester. This course provides a foundation of theoretical knowledge in order to understand the principles of the use of water in fire protection & to apply hydraulic principles to analyze and to solve water supply problems. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None
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FST-110 Principle of Firefighter & Emergency Services Safety & Survival
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
This Course introduces the basic principles and history related to the national firefighter life safety initiatives, focusing on the need for cultural and behavioral change throughout the emergency services. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None
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FST-111 Strategy and Tactics
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
This course provides the principles of fire ground control through utilization of personnel, equipment, and extinguishing agents. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None
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FST-113 Health Care First Responder
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2 Practicum 0
This course trains healthcare and industry first responders to deal with a wide array of potential medical emergencies as they provide care until a higher level of care arrives.
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FST-117 Fire Protection Systems
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
This course provides information relating to the features of design & operation of fire alarm systems, water based fire suppression systems, special hazard fire suppression systems, water supplies for fire protection, and portable fire extinguishers. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None
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FST-120 Hazardous Materials
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
This course is based on NFPA 472, Standard for Professional Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials Incidents (current edition). This course focuses on chemical characteristics and reactions related to the storage, transportation and handling of hazardous materials. Emphasis is placed on the handling of hazardous materials emergencies, fire control and containment. Individuals successfully completing this course and meeting the requirements of the Missouri Division of Fire Safety will be eligible for state certification to the Hazardous Materials Operations level by the Division of Fire Safety.
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FST-201 Firefighter 2
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 2 Practicum 0
This course is based on the National Fire Protection Association 1001, Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications, current edition. The performance requirements & practical skills necessary to perform the duties of a firefighter are thoroughly covered. Topics include fire service orientation, firefighter safety, communications, building construction, scene lighting, extrication, hoses, ladders, ventilation, ventilation, fire control, water supply, water streams, cause and origin, fire & life safety initiatives. Individual successfully completing this course and meeting the requirements of the Missouri Division of Fire Safety will be eligible for certification as Firefighter by the Division of Fire Safety. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Program Director/Instructor required.
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FST-207 Community Risk Reduction
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
This course provides a theoretical framework for the understanding of the ethical, sociological, organizational, political, and legal components of community risk reduction, and a methodology for the development of a comprehensive community risk reduction plan. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in FST 107 , FST 211 , FST 215 .
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FST-210 Fire Department Officer
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
Note: Course only offered in the fall semester. This course addresses NFPA 1021, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications (current edition). The role of a Company Officer is discussed, along with how that role relates to the department, the community, liability and legal responsibilities attached to this position. Discussion of labor relations, budgeting, information management and fire department communications are included. Company level inspections, investigations and training are discussed along with emergency service delivery. The Company Officers’ responsibilities relating to firefighter safety and health are also discussed. Students successfully completing this course and meeting the requirements of Missouri Division of Fire Safety will be eligible for certification as Fire Officer I by the Division of Safety. (Students must have a minimum of three years experience in the fire service or a letter of recommendation from the executive fire officer of the department in order to apply for state certification) Prerequisite(s): FST 106 or concurrent enrollment and FST 215 or concurrent enrollment.
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FST-211 Fire Officer II
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
Note: Course only offered in the spring semester. This course addresses NFPA 1021, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications (current edition). The role of a Company Officer is discussed, along with how that role relates to the department, the community, liability and legal responsibilities attached to this position. Discussion of labor relations, budgeting, information management and fire department communications are included. Company level inspections, investigations and training are discussed along with emergency service delivery. The Company Officers’ responsibilities relating to firefighter safety and health are also discussed. Students successfully completing this course and meeting the requirements of Missouri Division of Fire Safety will be eligible for certification as Fire Officer I by the Division of Safety. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in FST 106 , FST 210 , FST 215 .
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FST-212 Administrative Fire Officer (III)
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
Note: Course only offered in the fall semester. This course addresses NFPA 1021, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications (current edition). A course specialized for the chief officer who is ready to advance into the upper management level of his/her department. This course consists of subjects designed to give the officer more knowledge of management and administration so that he/she can make basic evaluations of employee relations and assume a more proactive role in their department. This is a projects-based class. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in FST 210 and FST 211 .
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FST-215 Fire Service Instructor I
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
Note: Course only offered in the fall semester. This course is based on NFPA 1041, Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications (current edition). This course will provide basic instructional knowledge that is necessary to develop skills for preparing and presenting training for fire and emergency service organization personnel. Topics covered in this course include dealing with outline and course development, using visual aids and testing procedures. Individuals successfully completing this course and meeting the requirements of Missouri Division of Fire Safety will be eligible for certification as Fire Service Instructor I by the Division of Fire Safety.
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FST-216 Fire Instructor II
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
Note: Course only offered in the spring semester. This course is based on NFPA 1041, Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications (current edition). This course will provide basic lesson plan development and course evaluation that is necessary to develop skills for preparing and presenting training for fire and emergency service organization personnel. Topics covered in this course include dealing with outline and course evaluation and testing procedures. Individuals successfully completing this course and meeting the requirements of Missouri Division of Fire Safety will be eligible for certification as Fire Service Instructor II by the Division of Fire Safety. Prerequisite(s): FST Grade of “C” or better in FST 215 and FST 210 .
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FST-230 Fire Investigation I
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Note: It is recommended students complete Firefighter 1&2 in preparation for this course. This course is intended to provide the students with the fundamentals & technical knowledge needed for proper fire scene interpretations, including recognizing & conducting origin & cause, preservation of evidence & documentation, scene security, motives of the fire setter, and types of fire causes.This course is based on NFPA 1033, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Investigator (current edition). Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None
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FST-231 Fire Investigation II
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
This course is based on NFPA 1033, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Investigator (current edition). This course is intended to provide the student with the fundamental and technical knowledge on the applicable laws needed for proper fire scene investigation and an understanding of the dynamics of fire behavior, as well as the preparation and presentation of a court case. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in FST 210 and FST 230 .
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FST-240 Occupational Safety & Health for Emergency Responders
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Note: Course only offered in the fall semester. This course introduces the basic concepts of occupational health and safety as it relates to emergency service organizations. Includes risk evaluation and control procedures for fire stations, training sites, emergency vehicles, and emergency situations involving fire, EMS, hazardous materials, and technical rescue. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in FST 106 and FST 210 or concurrent enrollment.
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FST-250 Fire Service Reports & Comm
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
With an emphasis on providing tools, not rules; students will focus on the types of communication required by jobs in fire department operations. Designed for those who need to polish skills used in their current positions, students, in this course will analyze and write a variety of reports, memos, proposals and other communications used everyday in the fire service.
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FST-260 Technical Rescue Core
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2 Practicum 0
This course will involve both classroom lecture and practical skills training followed by scenario evolutions. Class participation is expected from all students.. This course is based on Chapter 5, NFPA 1006 - 2013 Standard for Rescue Technician Professional Qualifications, and facilitates ProBoard and/or IFSAC certifications in one or more of the technician level rescue specialties identified in Chapters 6 through 19. Designed for both fire department and emergency service personnel and private industry, this course provides responders with a basic understanding of technical rescue incidents and their hazards. The course is a combination of theory and practical demonstrations touching on the topics of: • Rescue scene site operations • Rescue incident victim management • Rescue equipment maintenance • Rescue ropes and rigging Practical and classroom sessions focus on stabilizing the incident, accessing and stabilizing the patient. Realistic training evolutions using effective equipment and techniques ensure student retention of this material.
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FST-275 Legal/Contemp Issues-FST/EMS
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Note: Course only offered in the spring semester. This course will address the federal, state, and local laws that regulate emergency services and include a review of national standards, regulations, and consensus standards and examine the broad spectrum of change confronting the fire service. Emphasis will be placed upon the identification of crucial issues that will affect the future of the fire service over the next decade. Areas of discussion include regionalization, privatization, alternative forms of special delivery, paradigm shifts, environmental scanning and the need to be a proactive agent of community-based change. Prerequisite(s): FST 106 , FST 215 , FST 230 , ENG 100 or ENG 101 , ENG/COM elective, PLS 101 or HST 120 or concurrent enrollment, PSY 110 or concurrent enrollment. Maximum Credit Hours 3
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FST-280 Capstone Assessment
Credits: 2
Contact Hours: Lec 2
Note: Course only offered in the spring semester. This is a comprehensive assessment course covering Fire Science Technology program classes. A student must earn a Grade of “C” or better in this course to meet the FST graduation requirements. Prerequisite(s): FST 106 , FST 107 , FST 109 , FST 111 , FST 117 , FST 210 , FST 215 and 45 credit hours completed.
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FST-290 Co-Operative Ed/Intern/Related Elective
Credits: Variable
Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 3
This course encompasses a supervised work experience in the major field which provides the student with the opportunity to make practical application of the knowledge and skills attained through coursework. An individualized instructional management plan will determine goals to be accomplished. Seminars may also be required. Prerequisite(s): Completion of 30 credit hours and 2.0 GPA or advisor’s approval. Please see the Department Chair of specific program area for application.
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Graphic Design Technology |
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GDT-105 Graphic Design I
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4
This is an introductory course that focuses on development of visual concepts and basic design principles and elements of visual communication. Emphasis is on the creative process, typography, color systems and imagery through different forms of communication. Labs provide industry standard software for hands-on application.
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GDT-115 Typography
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4
This course addresses the language of type and its effective use. Emphasis is on exploration of typographic structures, terminology and methods for visual communication.
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GDT-122 Page Layout Design
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4
This course is a study of the art of organizing typography, graphics and imagery. Using industry standard software the student will build publication designs with a specific message for a defined audience. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in GDT 105 , GDT 115 .
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GDT-125 Digital Illustration
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4
This is a course that focuses on the art of illustration. The emphasis will be creating visual illustrations that communicate a specific message to a defined audience. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in GDT 105 .
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GDT-137 Photo Illustration
Credits: 2
Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 2 Practicum 0
This course is an exploration of various methodologies, techniques and tools used to create engaging, self-expressive art by combining various software painting and drawing tools with photographic imagery.
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GDT-138 Comic Book Art and Design
Credits: 2
Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 2
This course is a study and exploration of the various methodologies, techniques, and tools used to create sequential graphic art in support of clear storytelling and communication. The student will apply these elements to create comic book pages, focusing on clear and concise layouts/designs. .
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GDT-142 Digital Story Design
Credits: 2
Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 2
This course focuses on developing compositions for storytelling and output through digital imagery and color schemes. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in GDT 105 .
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GDT-143 Animation
Credits: 2
Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 2
This course introduces the principles of drawing and the creation of characters to convey movement and emotions. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in GDT 105 .
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GDT-144 T-shirt Design
Credits: 2
Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 2
This course focuses on creating color concepts for color processing to various mediums. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in GDT 105 .
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GDT-160 Digital Photography
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4
This course provides an introduction to the tools, procedures, concepts and application of photographic imaging. Students use digital cameras to make images to meet the requirements of a series of assignments designed to develop specific skills, competencies and points of view and to stimulate the students’ creative capacities for communication, basic design and composition theory, image preparation and enhancement for publication.
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GDT-161 Lighting
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4
This course covers both artificial, natural lighting as well as the combination of both. Students will photograph a variety of subjects to learn common lighting issues and powerful solutions needed to capture professional imagery. Instruction covers the use of light meters, reflectors, fill flash, soft boxes, and the safe operation of studio strobe equipment.
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GDT-162 Studio Photography
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4
In this course, students will be introduced to traditional and contemporary portrait and product aesthetics, tools and methodologies. Students will gain an understanding of composition, cosmetic considerations and posing techniques within a controlled
studio environment. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in GDT 105 and GDT 160 .
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GDT-163 Digital Image Editing
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4 Practicum 0
Students will learn to organize, manipulate, color correct, and prepare photo imagery for print and/or Web design. Applications would be advertising, portrait/wedding photography, and editorial photography. Students will learn to effectively communicate through imagery for specific
parameters. Prerequisite(s): Concurrrent enrollment in GDT 115 and GDT 162 .
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GDT-165 Advertising Design
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4 Practicum 0
This course is a study and exploration of technical methods and manipulation of imagery to create visual solutions to communicate and support advertising goals. The student will apply principles of advertising to create holistic solutions, focusing on visual components for advertising scenarios. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in GDT 105 and GDT 115 .
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GDT-218 Graphic Production
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4
Through theory and application students learn how publication papers and inks are made and how to effectively incorporate them into graphic design. This course provides a foundation for selection of paper grades and their uses. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in GDT 105 , GDT 115 , GDT 122 and GDT 165 .
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GDT-222 Production Practicum
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 0 Lab 0 Practicum 12
This course is designed to broaden students overall print production experience and knowledge beyond what can be learned in the classroom.
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GDT-225 Motion Graphic Design
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4
This course develops the basic skills and processes of creating motion graphics necessary to produce titles and 2D animation. It combines animation; special effects, images, video and text logos. Students learn and experience story telling and animation for current venues. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in GDT 105 , GDT 115 , GDT 125 and GDT 160 .
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GDT-248 Publication Design
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4 Practicum 0
Students will expand their knowledge of design theory for publication design, file preparation and software skills in Adobe InDesign. Students will apply thorough knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in GDT 105 , GDT 115 , GDT 122 , GDT 125 , GDT 165 .
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GDT-250 Web Page Design
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4 Practicum 0
This course explores the process of planning, designing and building a professional web site. Topics included preproduction planning, creating detailed site maps, design plans and web site creation. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in GDT 105 , GDT 115 and GDT 160 .
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GDT-258 Graphic Design II
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4 Practicum 0
Students taking this course will demonstrate their thorough knowledge of design theory, file preparation for output and advanced software skills in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and After Effects. Students will conceptualize and create projects that include, but are not limited to, brand identity, publication, motion graphic and package designs. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in GDT 122 , GDT 125 , GDT 160 , GDT 165, GDT 218 and GDT 225 .
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GDT-264 Creative Concepts
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4
In this course, students will use lights, cameras and various digital technologies to create, interpret and produce imagery for conceptual ideas. Students will gain a better understanding of photography as a creative skill in visual communication. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in GDT 163
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GDT-265 Location Photography
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4
This course demonstrates how a carefully chosen environment becomes an integral component of the final image. Students will scout and choose locations, solve logistics and take advantage of unique lighting and compositional opportunities. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in GDT 163 .
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GDT-266 Video for Photography
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4
This course introduces the student to planning, storyboards, non-linear editing, directing, scheduling, aesthetic issues, composition and story development. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in GDT 163 .
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GDT-273 Photo Markets and Business
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 4
In this course students will brand and market their business, apply copyright to photographs, explore overhead costs, tax considerations and implement pricing techniques. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in GDT 264 , GDT 265 , and GDT 266 .
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GDT-275 Portfolio Design and Professional Practices
Credits: 2
Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 2
Developing and choosing the right pieces to include in the portfolio and presenting art work are crucial skills for a Graphic Designer. In this course, the student will learn to set career goals, write a creative resume, select and prepare pieces for a portfolio, develop self-promotional materials and practice communication skills to prepare for the job interview. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in GDT 160 and GDT 258 , GDT 248 , GDT 250 , GDT 225 or concurrent enrollment.
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GDT-290 Co-Operative Ed/Intern
Credits: Variable
Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 3
This course entails supervised work experience in the major field, which provides the opportunity to make practical application of the knowledge and skills attained through coursework. An individualized instructional management plan will determine goals to be accomplished. Seminars may also be required. Prerequisite(s): Completion of 30 credit hours and 2.0 GPA, or advisor’s approval. Please see the Department Chair of the specific program area for application.
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GRM-101 Beginning German I
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
This course provides an introduction to pronunciation, syntax, vocabulary and speech patterns through aural-oral practice of the German language. The course is conducted in German as far as is practical.
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GRM-102 Beginning German II
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
This course presents the essentials of German grammar through aural practice, reading and writing, with the emphasis on learning to use German in a variety of situations for a specific purpose. Prerequisite(s): GRM 101 .
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Geography |
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GRY-101 World Geography
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
Students in this course learn the role of geography in the economic, political and social development of each of the regions studied and how the various world regions interact with one another.
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GRY-230 World Economic Geography
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
This course provides students with an in-depth introduction to economic geography. It also examines how people earn a living and how the goods and services they produce are geographically organized. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in GRY 101
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HIS-110 Acoustics and Psychoacoustics
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
This course defines, describes and identifies the physical processes of sound, sound transmission, sound measurement, and sound amplification as related to hearing and hearing instruments. Psychoacoustic principles and methods and their applications to the measurement of a variety of auditory phenomena are also presented.
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HIS-120 Anatomy and Physiology of Auditory and Speech Systems
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
This course provides a detailed coverage of the anatomy and physiology of the normal outer, middle, and inner ears, including the balance (vestibular) system. Basic concepts relating to the peripheral and central nervous systems are also included, so that the roles of the auditory or VIII cranial nerve and central auditory nervous systems can be appreciated. The various pathologies of the abnormal ear and vestibular system, as they relate to those of the normal ear, will also be introduced in this course. More specific coverage of ear pathology is to be found in HIS 125 Hearing and Auditory Disorders. Successful completion of this course relies heavily on absorbing concepts; course delivery consists of classroom lectures.
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HIS-125 Hearing and Auditory Disorders
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
This course covers in further detail the various types of ear pathology that were introduced in HIS 110 Anatomy and Physiology. The various pathologies of the abnormal ear and vestibular system, as they relate to those of the normal ear, will be specifically described in this course. The types of hearing loss that result from various hearing pathology will also be described here.
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HIS-130 Introduction to Audiometry
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2 Practicum 0
This course introduces the theory and practice of auditory assessment through the use of patient history information, otoscopy, and audiometry. Calibration requirements and otologic considerations and understanding of infection control are also covered.
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HIS-140 Introduction to Hearing Instrument Components
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2 Practicum 0
This course introduces the student to hearing aid components and styles, as well as electro-acoustic measurements of hearing aid function according to the American National Specifications Institute (ANSI). The course begins with coverage of basic hearing aid styles as well as their electronic components such as microphone types, amplifiers, and receivers. The course also introduces methods whereby to troubleshoot and repair hearing aids. Students learn the specifics of ANSI tests that are routinely performed, in order to determine if a hearing aid is functioning normally or not. Students are introduced to linear versus compression signal processing, input/output functions, and concepts of programmability and multi-channel amplification. Students will also learn to take earmold impressions of the outer ear, which are normally done in the clinic for subsequent hearing aid fittings. A hands-on lab forms an integral part of this course.
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HIS-150 Hearing Inst Fitting Methods
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
An integral part of hearing health care is to determine how much amplification to provide for clients with specific amounts and types of hearing loss, and how to verify that these goals have indeed been achieved. The hearing aid recommendation process is specifically addressed in this course. This course discusses the historical development of hearing aid fitting methods leading up to the most commonly used fitting methods used today. Discussion includes objective means of Real Ear or Probe Tube Measures whereby to assess how much amplification is being provided, and to verify that the fitting is optimal for the client. Successful completion of this course relies heavily on absorbing concepts; course delivery consists of classroom lectures. This course is intended to complement the laboratory oriented course on Real Ear Measures (HIS 250)
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HIS-160 Professional Ethics
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
This course presets a summary of the basic functions of the immune system, and basic principles of microbiology. The student is exposed to the regulatory agencies involved in infection control and will learn the federally mandated requirements that must be contained in a written infection control plan. A second section of the course presents the issues surrounding the HIPAA and the principles for compliance within a clinic environment. A final section addresses the ethical and legislative issues impacting the profession of hearing health care. Here, the student will acquire knowledge regarding the Hearing Instrument Specialist (HIS) scope of practice, especially as it relates to those of the Audiologist, and Physician. Legal concepts of controlled acts and protected titles. This includes careful study of the statutes and rules of various states, the relevant Federal Guidelines, and aspects of practice that lead to compliance with those fundamentals.
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HIS-170 Clinical Practicum I
Credits: 1
Contact Hours: Lec 0 Lab 0 Practicum 3
This course provides students with an opportunity to observe and gain practical experience in assessment, fitting and troubleshooting, either in a hearing instrument practitioner’s office or in the OTC Simulation Center. Students perform duties under the supervision of a licensed hearing instrument specialist or other appropriate hearing professional. Background check, drug screening and immunizations will be completed in this course. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in HIS 110 , HIS 120 , HIS 130 , HIS 140 . Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in HIS 125 and HIS 150
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HIS-230 Advanced Audiometry
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2 Practicum 0
This course reviews concepts learned in the introductory course on audiometry, and expands on them considerably. Specifically, it covers not only the topic of when to use masking, but also how to perform masking. We will examine various types of advanced speech testing materials, such as speech-in-noise testing procedures, We will also look much further into the topic of the Acoustic Reflex The course also introduces concepts of specialized audiometric tests performed by Audiologists, and important for the HIS to recognize, such as: Acoustic Reflex Decay, Oto-acoustic Emissions, Auditory Brainstem Response. A hand-on lab forms part of this course. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in HIS 125 and HIS 130 .
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HIS-240 Compression & Digital Feature
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2 Practicum 0
Types of signal processing that are used in digital hearing aids are covered in detail in this course. These types range from linear amplification to the myriad types of compression, such as: output limiting, wide dynamic range compression, and expansion. Electro-acoustic testing measures (ANSI testing) will be briefly covered again in this course. Additionally the adaptive features such as Digital Noise Reduction, Adaptive Directionality, and Adaptive Feedback Cancellation as incorporated in today’s digital hearing aids will be explored. Successful completion of this course relies heavily on absorbing concepts, as well as listening to examples of commonly prescribed hearing aids. Course delivery consists of classroom lectures. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in HIS 140 and HIS 150 .
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HIS-250 Real Ear Measurements
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 2 Lab 2 Practicum 0
This course begins with a review of the fitting methods discussed in the previous fitting methods course (HIS 150). It then continues to describe how to apply these fitting methods. Specifically, this refers to how to measure and verify the respective aided outcomes that were predicted by the fitting methods utilized on the hearing aid manufacturers’ fitting software. Verification includes objective procedures of sound field measurement and/or real ear measurement (REM). Early fitting methods relied upon sound field measurement for verification. Today’s fitting methods rely upon REM. This course will follow the course of REM development, as it evolved along with fitting methods from yesterday until today. Students will determine how much amplification to provide for the client’s hearing loss. They will enter a hearing loss, select a fitting method on the manufacturer fitting software, and proceed to verify the fitting by means of REM. Hearing instrument selection is specifically addressed within this course. Each student will discuss and verify performance features of today’s digital hearing aid algorithms. These include digital noise reduction, feedback suppression and directional microphone performance which were covered in HIS 240. A lab forms part of this course. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in HIS 230 and HIS 240 .
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HIS-270 Clinical Practicum II
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 1 Lab 0 Practicum 6
This course provides students with continuing practice in assessing hearing impaired adults, along with the selection, fitting and troubleshooting of hearing instruments in a hearing professional’s clinica and office. Students assume increasing responsibility in the assessment and care of clients under the supervision of a hearing instrument specialist or other hearing health care professional such as an audiologist. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in HIS 170 , HIS 230 , HIS 240 , or concurrent enrollment.
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HIS-280 Clinical Practicum III
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 0 Lab 0 Practicum 9
The purpose here is to expose the student to all previously covered aspects of testing, fitting, and counselling. These additional aspects include further testing and interpretation of more advanced audiometric, such as: masking procedures for air & bone conduction, speech-in-noise testing, as well as tympanometry and acoustic reflexes. The practicum must be completed at sites where the full scope of HIS practice is implemented on a routine basis. During this experience, students will participate as contributing team members in private practice settings, and will be observed and supervised by practicing HIS’s or Audiologists who are members of their Associations in their States. Note: Practicum sites will be approved by the college. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in HIS 230 , HIS 240 , HIS 270 .
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HIT-110 Introduction to Health Information Technology
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
This course provides an introduction to health data management and healthcare delivery in the acute care setting. Focus will be on the health data structure, content, and standards, in conjunction with the healthcare information requirements and standards. Topics will include type and content of the health record, documentation requirements, structure and use of health information, health record data collection tools, data sources, data storage and retrieval, and healthcare data sets. Emphasis will be on data quality and integrity.
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HIT-120 Medical Coding I
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 2
This course provides an introduction to the historical development of medical coding and current clinical classification systems. Focus will be on ICD-10-CM/PCS and the role of medical coding in billing, reimbursement, and research. Topics will include concepts, principles, nomenclature, and application of the ICD-10-CM/PCS classification systems, as well as the coding guidelines and conventions. Emphasis will be on the accurate assignment of codes with the ICD-10-CM diagnosis and ICD-10-PCS inpatient procedure classification systems. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in HIT 110 , HIT 191 , BCS 115 and CIS 101 .
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HIT-130 Health Information Technology Applications I
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
This course provides an introduction to common health information software applications. Focus will be on health data management, medical terminology, pathophysiology and pharmacology. Topics will include introduction to simulation software applications related to Master Patient Index, reporting mechanisms, custom form revision, duplicate management, data management, Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set elements, encoder reference tools. Emphasis will be on data quality and data integrity.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in HIT 120 . Corequisite(s): HIT 120 can be taken concurrently.
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HIT-191 Medical Terminology for HIT
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
This course provides an introduction to basic word structure in medical terminology using a body systems approach. Focus will be on word roots, prefixes, suffixes, and combining forms. Topics will include conventional pathology, pharmacology, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and abbreviations related to each body system, along with an examination of root operations and approaches associated with the ICD10CM/PCS clinical classification systems. Emphasis will be on word building, pronunciation, spelling, and medical terminology commonly used in health record documentation.
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HIT-200 Comparative Health Records & Reimbursement Systems
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
This course is an inspection of non-acute healthcare settings with the United States healthcare delivery system. Focus will be on hospital-based and freestanding ambulatory care facilities, behavioral health facilities, longterm care facilities, rehabilitation facilities, home health care, and hospice. Topics will include the organizational structures, accreditation and licensing requirements, documentation requirements, and the financing of healthcare services, including the influence of managed care. Emphasis will be on various payment and reimbursement methodologies and data sets, as well as the responsibilities of the health information professional. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in HIT 220 , HIT 230 , CIS 201 and MTH 105 or higher.
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HIT-201 Healthcare Quality Management
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
This course is a survey of the principles of quality management and performance improvement in healthcare. Focus will be on continuous quality improvement, utilization management, case management, and risk management in healthcare. Topics will include certification, licensing, and accreditation of healthcare organizations, compilation, presentation, and analysis of healthcare data using graphic tools, screening criteria, quality initiatives, and patient safety implementation. Emphasis will be on abstracting and analysis skills, along with reporting clinical data skills. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in HIT 110 and CIS 201 .
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HIT-215 Health Information Systems
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
This course explores information systems in healthcare. Focus will be on the role, evolution, security, and selection of appropriate communication technologies and software applications. Topics will include database management, systems development life cycle, telecommunications, networks, exchange and compatibility standards, personal health records, and the electronic health record, along with an in depth examination of current legislation, and meaningful use. Emphasis will be on accurate data collection, storage, analysis, and reporting using electronic health record software. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in HIT 110 and CIS 201 .
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HIT-220 Medical Coding II
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 2
This course is a continuation of HIT 120 with an emphasis on advanced coding theory. Focus will be on ICD-10-CM/PCS and the role of medical coding in inpatient billing and reimbursement. Topics will include the sequencing of codes, validating code assignments, and resolving discrepancies between coded data and documentation. Emphasis will be on the quality of specific coding, MS-DRG reimbursement methodology, including coding compliance with federal reimbursement and reporting requirements. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in HIT 120 and BCS 210 .
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HIT-230 Medical Coding III
Credits: 4
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 2
This course provides an introduction to the latest versions of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Level II. Focus will be on the role of procedure, service, and supply codes in billing and reimbursement, as well as the process and management of the revenue cycle of health insurance claims. Topics will include concepts, principles, nomenclature, and application of the CPT/HCPCS Level II classification systems. Emphasis will be on locating, applying, and understanding the reporting of medical services and procedures performed by physicians and outpatient facilities according to CPT/HCPCS and federal regulatory guidelines. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in HIT 120 and BCS 210 .
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HIT-260 Legal Aspects of Healthcare
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3
This course is an overview of legal and ethical issues affecting the healthcare industry, healthcare providers, and health information management professionals. Focus is on federal regulations, state laws, professional practice and ethical standards. Topics will include medical staff credentialing, tort law, judicial procedure, negligence and medical malpractice, corporate liability, contracts, access and disclosure of personal health information, informed consent, patient rights, and ethics. Emphasis will be on knowledge-based research skills and the procedures for safeguarding the privacy and confidentiality of health information. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in HIT 110 and CIS 201 .
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HIT-265 Health Information Technology Applications II
Credits: 3
Contact Hours: Lec 3 Lab 0 Practicum 0
This course is a continuation of Health Information Technology Applications I with advanced practice using common health information software applications. Focus will be on the quality and accuracy of coding, statistical data, health data security, electronic health record, and privacy of health data. Topics will include MS-DRG, encoders, groupers, physician query, data display and release of information. Emphasis will be in data quality and data integrity Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in HIT 130 , HIT 215 , HIT 220 , HIT 230 , HIT 260 , and HIT 270 . Corequisite(s): HIT 215 , HIT 260 , HIT 270 can be taken concurrently.
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