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Academic Skills

ASC 087

College Writing Preparation

3 Credits

A precollege writing course that prepares students for College Composition 110.  Provides instruction in writing error-free sentences, solid paragraphs and well-organized essays.

ASC 092

Beginning Algebra

3 Credits

This course will be required for students with deficient mathematical skills as determined by the institution's math placement policy.  It is a beginning mathematics course covering fundamental operations, factoring, fractions, exponents, radicals and equations.  It does not satisfy any graduation requirement.

 

Accounting

ACCT 200

Elements of Accounting I

4 Credits

Basic principles of the complete accounting cycle with emphasis on current assets, property, plant and equipment, an current liabilities.  Includes lab work using a computerized accounting system.

ACCT 201

Elements of Accounting II

4 Credits

A continuation of ACCT 200 with emphasis on partnerships, corporations, and management accounting.  Includes lab work using a computerized accounting system.

ACCT 215

Business in the Legal Environment

3 Credits

The legal environment of business, governmental regulation, contracts and property.

ACCT 294

Independent Study: Certified Bookkeeper Professional Exam Prep

3 Credits

This is an individualized study and review of bookkeeping and accounting functions in preparation for the Certified Bookkeeper Examination.  Special prepaid testing fees may be required.  Study topics include: adjusting entries, bank reconciliations, payroll functions and reports, depreciation and merchandising transactions.

ACCT 297

Cooperative Education - Accounting

1-6 Credits

An Accounting Technician internship. A  minimum of 90 hours of work in a professional setting  is required for one credit..

 

Allied Health

AH 134

Medical Disorders

3 Credits

This course provides the student with a basic understanding of human diseases and appropriate interventions.  Content includes statistics, risk factors, signs and symptoms, diagnostic studies, and treatments specific to each disease/disorder.

AH 136

Clinical Procedures

3 Credits

This course is designed to introduce the student to the duties and responsibilities of medical assistants in clinical practice.  Course content includes data collection and documentation, legal issues, physical exams, laboratory and other diagnostic studies, treatment modalities, emergencies, vital signs and infection control.

AH 137

Clinical Specialties

2 Credits

This course will focus on the knowledge and procedures related to the specialty areas in a clinical setting; geriatrics, OB-GYN, pediatrics, emergencies and cardiology.

AH 138

Medical Coding - CPT

2 Credits

This course is designed to provide students with medical coding skills.  The focus of the class is on CPT-4 coding.

AH 139

Medical Coding - ICD - 9

2 Credits

This course teaches the basic skills needed for medical coding.  The course is an overview of ICD-9 coding and reimbursement issues.

AH 142

Practical Applications in Coding I

2 Credits

This course gives students the opportunity to analyze medical case studies and code medical records using both CPT and ICD-9 coding methods.

AH 143

Practical Applications in Coding II

2 Credits

This course extends the coding practice students started in AH 142 to more complex coding cases requiring multiple codes.  The exercises will utilize authentic coding cases and medical documents.

AH 171

Medical Terminology

3 Credits

Study of prefixes, suffixes, and root words of medical terms.  Emphasis on building a working medical vocabulary based on body systems by studying the meaning, pronunciation and spelling of medical terms.  The anatomy and physiology of each body system is included in this course.

AH 222

Medical Transcription I

3 Credits

Introduction to transcription skills. Course utilizes a variety of dictated medical reports for transcription practice.

AH 223

Medical Transcription II

3 Credits

This course continues the study of medical transcription skills begun AH 222.  Transcription skills emphasizing correct use of grammar, punctuation and spelling are studied.

AH 225

Medical Transcription - Gastroenterology

2 Credits

Development of medical transcribing skill with focus on the specialty of gastroenterology. Course utilizes authentic physician dictation.

AH 226

Medical Transcription - Orthopedics

2 Credits

Development of medical transcribing skill with focus on the specialty of orthopedics. Course utilizes authentic physician dictation.

AH 227

Medical Transcription - Radiology

2 Credits

Development of medical transcribing skill with focus on the medical specialty of radiology.  Course utilizes authentic physician dictation.

AH 229

Medical Transcription - Cardiology

2 Credits

Development of medical transcribing skill with focus on the specialty of cardiology. Course utilizes authentic physician dictation.

AH 230

Medical Transcription -   Surgery

2 Credits

Development of medical transcribing skill with focus on the specialty of surgery. Course utilizes authentic physician dictation.

AH 231

Healthcare Law & Ethics

1 Credit

This course will cover laws pertaining to health care (confidentiality, patient rights, HIPPA regulations) as well as common ethical problems that are encountered and how these problems are handled.

AH 250

RMT Exam Prep

1 Credit

 

AH 266

Laboratory & Diagnostic Procedures

2 Credits

This course covers basic laboratory studies, normal and abnormal values, lab studies specific to body systems and basic diagnostic procedures.

AH 297

Cooperative Education - Medical Assistant

1-6 Credits

An Medical Assistant internship. A  minimum of 90 hours of work in a professional setting  is required for one credit.

 

Biology

BIOL 115

Human Structure and Function

4 Credits

A one-semester course that integrates the structure and function of the human body.  Topics include chemistry, cell biology, tissues and organ systems.  This course includes a lab component.

BIOL 124

Environmental Science

4 Credits

An introductory course for the non-life science major.  A study of the effects of man and his technology on the environment.

 

Business Administration

BADM 201 Principles of Marketing 3 Credits This is an introductory course which incorporates both traditional and contemporary aspects of marketing. Topics include environmental analysis and marketing research, consumer analysis, product (service) planning, distribution planning, price planning, promotion planning, social responsibility, and marketing management.
BADM 214 Entertainment Marketing 3 Credits Course is designed to include an exploration of the effective marketing and promotion of sports, entertainment, travel and tourism products.  Discussion topics include: promotion, endorsements, sales, campaigns and marketing.
BADM 224 E-Business 3 Credits This course is an introduction to electronic business from an e-business manager’s point of view.  Topics include a review of electronic businesses, e-business models, site design, business metrics, the website development process, security issues and marketing.
BADM 240 Sales 3 Credits This course provides the student with an introduction to the basic principles, concepts and theories of selling and their application to the actual sales presentation. Special attention is given to the sales process and both verbal and non-verbal communication techniques.
BADM 289 Advertising Campaigns 3 Credits This course is a capstone course in the Advertising and Marketing program. Students will utilize knowledge gained in previous classes in addition to the topics covered in this course to understand all that must be accomplished to create a successful advertising campaign.

 

Business, Office, Technical, Education

BOTE 108

Business Math

3 Credits

Review of mathematical fundamentals with emphasis on business applications and problem solving.

BOTE 147

Word Processing

3 Credits

Use of current word processing software to create professional business documents including letters, memos, reports, tables, forms, brochures, and graphic aids.  Advanced features in printing, macros, and merging also practiced.

BOTE 152

Keyboarding II

3 Credits

Development of speed and accuracy in keying.  Emphasis placed on formatting and keying various business documents including memos, letters, reports and tables from straight copy , rough drafts and unarranged material.

BOTE 209

Office Management

3 Credits

Introduction to office management concepts and technology.

BOTE 210

Business Communications

3 Credits

The study of oral and written communication in business settings.  Includes exploration of nonverbal and group communication, listening and research skills, cross-cultural communication, job search techniques, ethics, technology and preparation of business correspondence.

BOTE 217

Records Management

3 Credits

Study of the systematic control of business records through manual and electronic applications.  Records creation, distribution, utilization, retention, storage, protection, preservation and final disposition are discussed.

BOTE 218

Desktop Publishing

3 Credits

Software application course providing students with skills in electronic layout, editing and production of documents.

BOTE 247

Spreadsheet Applications

3 Credits

Intermediate and advanced use of application software for creation of spreadsheets, graphs, slide shows, databases and macros.  Integration with other software applications is also reviewed.

BOTE 257

Database Management

3 Credits

Acquaints students with database design including data entry, storage and retrieval.

BOTE 297

Cooperative Education - Administrative Assistant

1-6 Credits

An Administrative Assistant internship. A  minimum of 90 hours of work in a professional setting  is required for one credit.

BOTE 297

Cooperative Education - Medical Secretary

1-6 Credits

An Medical Secretary internship. A  minimum of 90 hours of work in a professional setting  is required for one credit.

 

Career Awareness
CARS 102 Job Search 1 Credit This course will teach students a variety of job search techniques with emphasis on the most effective ways to find post-graduation employment.

CARS 103

Career Exploration

3 Credits

 
 
Computer and Information Science

CIS 162

Operating Systems

3 Credits

 

CIS 180

Creating Web Pages

3 Credits

HTML is studied and utilized to create basic websites.
 
Early Childhood

EC 236

Social/Emotional Development & Guidance

4 Credits

This course involves the study of classroom management, motivation, building self-esteem, positive discipline strategies, and social and emotional development in children.

 
Economics

ECON 202

Principles of Macroeconomics

3 Credits

Course covers aggregate income and employment analysis, business cycles, unemployment, inflation and economic growth, fiscal policy, monetary policy, and U.S. and world economies.

 

English

ENGL 110

College Composition I

3 Credits

Guided practice in college-level reading, writing, and critical thinking.

ENGL 225

Introduction to Film

3 Credits

A general introduction to film studies, including analysis of narrative and stylistic elements of films.

ENGL 238

Children's Literature

3 Credits

The study of texts suitable for reading by elementary-aged school children with emphasis on the analysis of literary characteristics which determine age-appropriateness.  The course will include an introductory survey of picture books, poetry, folklore, fantasy, realistic fiction, biography, and informational books for children from infancy to Grade 6.

 

Forestry

FORS 262

Dendrology

4 Credits

The identification, nomenclature and characteristics of native and introduced forest and urban trees and shrubs will be covered.

FORS 263

Urban Forest Management

3 Credits

Principles of effective urban forest management combining planning, cultural practices, organization, economic, and regulatory concerns will be discussed.

FORS 265

Turf and Landscape Equipment

2 Credits

The maintenance and safe operation of equipment common to grounds maintenance and tree care work will be covered, as will two and four-cycle engine services and troubleshooting.

 
Gerontology

GERO 130

Introduction to Human Services

3 Credits

This course provides an introduction to helping professions, including the various roles, functions, values, and personal attributes needed to function effectively in these careers.

 

Health, Physical Education, Recreation

HPER 100

Concepts of Wellness & Fitness

2 Credits

A course designed for students of all ages that teaches facts about exercise and physical fitness.  This course is designed to teach the student the role of physical activity in maintaining adequate health and improving quality of life.  Students will learn how to assess, develop and implement a complete lifetime fitness and wellness program and its components.  The course is designed to incorporate the ideas through lectures and activity.

HPER 210

First Aid/CPR

2 Credits

General directions for giving first aid, value of first aid techniques dealing with shock, control of bleeding wounds, burns, poisoning, sudden illness, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and other emergency situations will be covered.  Certification cards for standard first aid and CPR will be issued upon successful completion of the course.

 

History
HIST 101 Western Civilization I 3 Credits A study of the major political, economic, social and cultural developments of the Western World from prehistory to the 1500s.
HIST 102 Western Civilization II 3 Credits A study of the major political, economic, social and cultural developments of the Western World from the mid-1500s until the present.

 

Horticulture
HORT 138 Landscape Design II 3 Credits This course reinforces drawing skills practiced in Landscape Design I, expanding into proper plant choices and placement, prospective drawing, lot measurement, surveying skills and blue printing.
HORT 278 Sports Turf Management 4 Credits Students will learn the design, installation and management of turf used for sports activities from football and baseball to croquet and golf.

 

Mathematics

MATH 102

Intermediate Algebra

4 Credits

Properties of the real number system, factoring, linear and quadratic equating functions, polynomial and rational expressions, inequalities, systems of equations, exponents and radicals.

MATH 277

Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I

3 Credits

A mathematics content course for prospective elementary school teachers.  Topics include: problem solving, numeration systems, real numbers, and elementary number theory.  Calculators, computers and manipulatives are used in the course.

 

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