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Air Force Today I (AES101) 2 Credits

Survey course designed to introduce students to the United States Air Force and Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC). Featured topics include: mission and organization of the Air Force, officership and professionalism, military customs and courtesies, Air Force officer opportunities, group leadership problems, and an introduction to communication skills. The Leadership Laboratory component provides dynamic and integrated grouping of leadership developmental activities designed to meet the needs and expectations of prospective Air Force second lieutenants and complement the AFROTC academic program. Emphasizes common Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, health and physical fitness through group participation. Prerequisites: None.

Survey of American Indian Issues (AIS101) 3 Credits

Introduction to critical issues related to American Indian peoples. Examines cultural, political, economic, educational, social, and environmental issues. Focuses on contemporary issues and factors influencing American Indian communities. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: C, SB

Substantive Criminal Law (AJS109) 3 Credits

Covers philosophy of legal sanctions and historical development from the common law to modern American criminal law, classifications of crimes, elements of and parties to crimes, general definition of crimes, common defenses utilized. Includes specific offenses and the essential elements of each offense.
Prerequisites: None.

Photography I (ART131) 3 Credits

Basic photographic principles and techniques. Basic camera functions and controls. Experience in the image-making process by creating and editing photographs for various display environments. Introduction to the photographic aesthetic and photography's role in society. Prerequisites: None. Note: Camera required.

General Education Designations: HU

Ceramics I (ART161) 3 Credits

Introduction to ceramic materials and techniques of hand construction, decorating, glazing and throwing on potters' wheel. Prerequisites: None.

Art Marketing (ART255) 3 Credits

Career goals, presentation of artist and art work (portfolio, resume, business cards, catalog), pricing and selling works, networking, establishing a studio, promotion and publicity, writing press releases, proposal writing, business ethics, artist rights, copyright law, contracts and agreements, royalties, record keeping, and communication skills. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to Global Health (ASB100) 3 Credits

The study of human health patterns at an international and local scale. Focus on pressing global health challenges that the world faces today are examined from a broad social, ecological, and cultural context. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: G, SB

Introductory Biology for Allied Health (BIO156) 4 Credits

An introductory biology course for allied health majors with an emphasis on humans. Topics include fundamental concepts of cell biology, histology, microbiology, and genetics. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101. One year of high school or one-semester of college level chemistry is strongly recommended.

General Education Designations: SQ

Microbiology (BIO205) 4 Credits

Study of microorganisms and their relationship to health, ecology, and related fields. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (BIO156, or BIO156XT, or BIO181, or BIO181XT, or one year of high school biology) and (RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101). CHM130 or higher or one year of high school chemistry suggested but not required.

General Education Designations: SG

Introduction to Counseling (CAP120) 3 Credits

Introduction to the field of counseling with a focus on skills and competencies needed as a mental health practitioner. Foundations of counseling including counseling theories, ethical considerations, prevention and intervention topics, and multicultural counseling practices.
Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

DNT: Oral Health Medical Emergencies (CEU100-93094) 4 Credits

Designed to provide knowledge in the development of dental office protocol for the identification and management of medical emergencies. Including but not limited to procedures, equipment, and drugs usage. Intended for dental providers. Prerequisites: None. Completion earns four (4) CEUs.

DNT: Infection Control Review for Dental Expanded Functions (CEU100-93115) 4 Credits

Designed to provide knowledge and skills on Standard Precautions in patient care, prevention of disease transmission and cross contamination and OSHA standards in the dental health-care setting. Prerequisites: Practicing dental auxiliaries. Completion earns four (4) CEUs.

DNT: Oral Public Health (CEU100-93122) 4 Credits

Designed to define oral public health and discuss public health program development, evaluation and funding. The course will provide basic knowledge in barriers and disparities to oral care, alternative workforce providers, and teledentistry. Intended for all members of the dental team. Prerequisites: None. Completion earns four (4) CEUs.

Health and Nutrition in Early Childhood Settings (CFS123) 1 Credit

Creating and maintaining healthy environments and practices in programs serving young children. Emphasis on assessing the child's health status, nutrition and food service, communicable disease recognition, transmission, and prevention, infection control, regulations and regulatory agencies, current topics, resources, and innovative practices. Prerequisites: None.

Safety In Early Childhood Settings (CFS125) 1 Credit

Fundamental concepts of promoting a safe, but challenging learning environments. Establishing and maintaining safety procedures in the early childhood setting. Emphasis on indoor and outdoor equipment and activities, risk analysis, accident, evacuation, and emergency plans, regulations, regulatory agencies and resources, current topics, and innovative practices. Prerequisites: None.

Child Development (CFS176) 3 Credits

Study of the science of human development from conception through adolescence. Includes observation skills, parent and adult roles in the lives of children, and contemporary issues. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

Dental Assisting I (DAE112) 7 Credits

Introduction to general dentistry, dental sciences, and basic preclinical dental assisting theory and skills. Topics include dental anatomy, recording oral conditions, infection control, patient preparation, communication, patient safety and comfort, emergency management, four-handed dentistry concepts and the use and maintenance of dental equipment, and development of professional behaviors. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Dental Assisting Program or permission of Program Director.

Dental Assisting II (DAE156) 7 Credits

Intermediate dental assisting skills, with an emphasis in treatment provided in general dentistry, including an introduction to dental diseases and their prevention, and preparing for and assisting in general dental restorative procedures, including the use of local anesthetics, dental materials, and pharmacological agents for procedures. Introduction to ethics and the legal aspects of dental practices. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in DAE112 or permission of Program Director.

Dental Assisting IV (DAE256) 2 Credits

Advanced dental assisting sciences, with an emphasis in the recognition of oral pathologies, use of technology in dentistry, intermediate dental office management skills, and legal considerations for the practice of dentistry. Additional emphasis will be placed on coronal polishing and community oral health. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in DAE212 or permission of Program Director.

Pre-Clinical Dental Hygiene (DHE120) 6 Credits

Introduction to the dental hygiene profession and the process of care. Infection control, patient assessment, preventive treatment and dental hygiene instrumentation are practiced. Students are introduced to self assessment skills and quality improvement. Prerequisites: Admission to the Dental Hygiene Program or permission of Instructor.

Prevention of Dental Disease (DHE127) 3 Credits

Introduction to preventive aids, agents, and coaching to help patients achieve optimum oral health, reduce incidence of disease, and minimize risk of oral injury. Instills critical thinking in etiologic agents, cariology, fluorides, sealants, nutrition, and their oral and systemic implications. Prerequisites: Admission to the Dental Hygiene Program or permission of Instructor.

Periodontics (DHE225) 3 Credits

Principles of periodontology; etiology, microbiology, pathogenesis, classification and characteristics of healthy and diseased periodontal tissues. Surgical treatment of periodontal disease and the effects of dental hygiene therapy, surgical techniques and maintenance therapy. Evaluation of the scientific literature and multi-media resources are used extensively. Prerequisites: Admission to the Dental Hygiene Program or permission of Instructor.

Food Experiences With Young Children (ECH280) 1 Credit

A discussion of the nutritional needs of young children and the cultural and social meanings of foods, feeding and eating. Includes planning and managing food experiences in home and group settings. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to the Exceptional Learner (EDU222) 3 Credits

Overview of the exceptional learner with emphasis on factors relating to current practices, identification, characteristics, and educational adaptations. Issues related to mild disabilities, severe disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, intellectual disabilities, and students who are gifted.
Prerequisites: None. Note: EDU222 requires an approved field experience.

General Education Designations: C, SB

Guidance, Management and the Environment (EED212) 3 Credits

Principles for guiding young children in early care and education environments. Exploration of guidance, management, and how the environment impacts the lives of young children. Includes observation of classrooms of children ages birth to age eight. Prerequisites: None.

Basic Life Support/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Health Care Providers (EMT101) 0.5 Credits

Designed to provide the allied healthcare provider with the knowledge and skills to perform Basic Life Support (BLS) according to current guidelines for emergency cardiovascular care (ECC). Prerequisites: None. Note: EMT101 may be repeated for credit.

Emergency Medical Technology (EMT104) 10 Credits

Designed as the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) lecture to prepare students for scope of practice and standard of care with comprehensive assessment, diagnostic technology, patient advocacy, ethical and professional behaviors, critical thinking, decision-making, and patient management of medical and trauma emergencies and non-emergencies. Note: Students must meet National Registry of EMT requirements for certification. Additional information available at nremt.org EMT104 may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: Appropriate score on Reading placement test to demonstrate minimum tenth grade level reading, or completion of an Associate's degree or higher from an accredited institution.

Introductory Nutrition (FON100) 3 Credits

Introduction to the science of food and human nutrition. Current sustainable dietary recommendations and applications for maximizing well-being and minimizing risk of chronic disease throughout the life cycle. An overview of the nutrients, emphasizing the importance of energy and fluid balance, and optimal functioning of the digestive system. Understanding factors that influence food intake in different cultures. Methods for evaluating credibility of nutrition claims, a focus on modern food safety and technology practices, and a worldview of nutrition are included. Emphasis is on personal dietary behavior change for a holistic life of wellness. Prerequisites: None.

Principles of Human Nutrition (FON241) 3 Credits

Scientific principles of human nutrition. Emphasis on scientific literacy and the study of nutrients for disease prevention. Includes micro and macro nutrients, human nutrient metabolism and nutrition's role in the health of the human body throughout the life cycle. Addresses nutrition principles for prevention of nutrition-related health conditions. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SG

Principles of Human Nutrition Laboratory (FON241LL) 1 Credit

Self-evaluative laboratory experience to complement FON241, Principles of Human Nutrition using anthropometric, biochemical, clinical, dietary analysis, and ecological/economical assessments. Includes the use of qualitative and quantitative methodology to determine nutritional status and evaluate methodological applications. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FON241 or Corequisites: FON241.

General Education Designations: SG

Personal and Family Financial Security (GBS132) 3 Credits

Principles and practices of personal and family financial planning, includes savings, budgeting, credit, buying versus renting, and general principles of consumerism. Prerequisites: None.

Climate and Weather (GPH213) 3 Credits

Study of atmospheric phenomena over periods of time measured in months, years or longer. Includes average weather conditions, infrequent and unusual types of weather, and the influence of weather on the cultural and human landscape. Prerequisites: None. Note: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (General) - [SG] in combination with: GPH215.

General Education Designations: SG

Fundamentals in Health Care Delivery (HCC130) 3 Credits

Overview of current and recent development of health care professions, including career and labor market information, health care delivery systems, third party payers, and facility ownership. Health organization structure, patient rights and quality care. Health care and life values. Definition and importance of values, ethics, and essential behaviors in the workplace. Worker rights and responsibilities. Healthful living practices to include nutrition, stress management and exercise. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standard precautions and facility safety. Use of principles of body mechanics in daily living activities. Basic communication skills which facilitate inter-professional teamwork in the health care setting. Focus on development of personal communication skills and an understanding of how effective communication skills promote teamwork. Focus on intercultural communication strategies.
Prerequisites: None.

Medical Terminology for Health Care Professionals (HCC145) 3 Credits

Medical terminology used in health care, with special care populations and in special services. Body systems approach to terms related to structures, functions, diseases, procedures, and diagnostic tests. Building and analyzing terms using word parts. Medical abbreviations and symbols and term spelling. Prerequisites: None.

Medical Terminology for Health Care Professionals I (HCC145AA) 1 Credit

Introduction to medical terms used in health care. Body systems approach to selected terms related to structures, functions, diseases, procedures, and diagnostic tests. Building and analyzing selected terms using basic word parts. Selected medical abbreviations and symbols and term spelling. Prerequisites: None.

Healthful Living (HES100) 3 Credits

Health and wellness and their application to an optimal life style. Explores current topics of interest such as stress management, nutrition, fitness, and environmental health. Evaluates common risk factors associated with modern lifestyles. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

Introduction to Health Information Management (HIM101) 3 Credits

Provides detailed investigation of the history, development, and evolution of the health information management (HIM) profession. Topics include health care delivery systems, HIM career paths, HIM functions, and HIM in acute and alternative care settings. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Health Information Technology program and permission of Program Director.

Computers in Healthcare and Health Record Systems (HIM105) 2 Credits

Introduction to computer applications in healthcare settings including electronic health records, health record content, structure, and origin of clinical information for various healthcare settings. A basic review of federal, state, and organizational documentation guidelines. Legal and ethical issues applicable to health information documentation and coding practices. Prerequisites: (Acceptance into either the (CCL/5092) Medical Coding: Hospital-Based or the (CCL/5014) Medical Billing and Coding: Physician-Based program) and a grade of C or better in HCC130 or permission of Program Director.

Legal and Ethical Aspects of Health Information Management (HIM106) 3 Credits

Overview of legal and ethical principles in health care and health information management. Topics include federal and state court systems; legal terminology; health care law; privacy, confidentiality, and security; release of information guidelines; ethics, bioethics, and ethical dilemmas. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Health Information Technology program and permission of Program Director.

Health Data and Content (HIM160) 2 Credits

Introduction to data collection methods for health information systems. Overview of data structure, content, and standards, datasets and databases used in various health care settings, and registries and indexes. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (BPC110 or CIS105) or permission of Program Director.

Introduction to Medical Billing and Reimbursement (HIM180) 2 Credits

Overview of the medical billing profession, the revenue management process, and federal billing guidelines. Topics include Medicare, Medicaid, third party payers, management care models, and national insurance schemes. Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director.

Medical Claims Processing (HIM181) 3 Credits

Provides in depth analysis of the medical claims process in ambulatory care settings. Topics include electronic data interchange, claims management, confidentiality, data retention, and the claims review and appeals process. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites: (BPC110 and HIM180) or permission of Program Director. Prerequisites or Corequisites: HIM208 or permission of Program Director.

Human Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Health Information Management (HIM) Professionals (HIM200) 3 Credits

Surveys common disease states and conditions that impact each of the major body systems and the reproductive process. Explores how the study of diseases, conditions, and treatments are connected to the health information management function. Topics include disease etiology; signs and symptoms of diseases and conditions; prognosis of diseases and conditions; and pharmacological concepts related to drug nomenclatures, sources of drugs, drug actions and dosage, and routes of drug administration. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (HCC145 and BIO201) or permission Program Director.

Healthcare Statistics and Data Analytics (HIM203) 3 Credits

Emphasizes the role of Health Information Management professionals in calculating, mining, and reporting healthcare statistics for data analytics, research, quality assurance, financial, and other purposes. Topics include health statistics, morbidity, mortality, quality resource management, and research design. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(HIM140 or HIM160) and MAT112] or permission of Program Director.

Health Information Organizational Resource Management (HIM207) 3 Credits

Provides an overview of principles and practices essential to the efficient use of human, financial, and physical resources within health information management services. Topics include team building, planning, leading, organizing, directing, and controlling. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (HIM101 and HIM106) or permission of Program Director.

ICD-CM Diagnostic Coding (HIM208) 2 Credits

Introduction to the International Classification of Diseases, Clinical Modification (ICD-CM) coding system. Topics include application of current ICD-CM guidelines and conventions for symptoms, signs, and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, diseases, conditions, and external causes of morbidity in inpatient and outpatient settings. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites: BIO202, HCC145, and [(HCC164 and HCC204) or HIM200] or permission of Program Director. Prerequisites or Corequisites: HIM180 or permission of Program Director.

Procedural Coding Systems for Non-Coders (HIM209) 3 Credits

Surveys major procedural coding systems used in acute, ambulatory, and alternative care settings. Structure, content, and guidelines for the current International Classification of Diseases, Procedure Coding System (ICD-PCS), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) classification systems are explored. Topics include purpose and function of procedural coding; coding guidelines and conventions; and coding accuracy, totality, and sequencing. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites: [(HCC164 and HCC204) or HIM200], and BIO202. Prerequisites or Corequisites: HIM208 or permission of Program Director.

ICD-PCS Coding and ICD Applications (HIM210) 2 Credits

Introduction to the International Classification of Diseases, Procedure Coding System (ICD-PCS) coding system. Topics include application of the current ICD-PCS guidelines and conventions for procedures in inpatient settings and coding technologies. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites: BIO202 and [(HCC164 and HCC204) or HIM200]. Prerequisites or Corequisites: HIM208 or permission of Program Director.

Advanced Applications of Coding and Reimbursement (HIM211) 4 Credits

Provides foundation for advanced coding application including the use of references, source documents, and technology. Topics include Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set; diagnostic-related groups; federal regulations for hospital-based settings; coding conventions for home health, long term care, rehabilitation, and other health care settings; and the use of codes for administrative, reimbursement, marketing, and regulatory purposes. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (HIM208 and HIM210) or permission of Program Director.

CPT and HCPCS Coding (HIM213) 3 Credits

Provides students with the foundation for using the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) coding systems. Topics include coding guidelines, healthcare reimbursement, coding technologies, ethical coding, and compliance issues. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites: BIO202, HCC145, [(HCC164 and HCC204) or HIM200], and HIM208. Prerequisites or Corequisites: HIM180.

Physician-Based Billing and Coding Seminar (HIM215) 1 Credit

Guidance in the development of physician-based billing and coding compliance programs. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites: HIM208 or permission of Program Director. Prerequisites or Corequisites: HIM181 and (HIM213 or HIM214) or permission of Program Director. Corequisites: HIM216 or permission of Program Director.

Professional Practice in Physician-Based Billing and Coding (HIM216) 1 Credit

Practical application of billing and coding guidelines, conventions, and regulations under the supervision of a preceptor in an ambulatory care setting. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites: HIM208, and current CPR at BLS Healthcare Provider Level through the American Heart Association, and permission of Program Director. Prerequisites or Corequisites: [HIM181 and (HIM213 or HIM214)] or permission of Program Director. Corequisites: HIM215 or permission of Program Director.

Health Information Management Systems (HIM219) 3 Credits

Overview of the fundamental concepts, terminology, and structure of health information systems with an emphasis on applications used to manage electronic health information. Topics include health informatics; health information systems; electronic claims processing; electronic health records; electronic data interchange; and privacy, security, and confidentiality. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(HIM150 or HIM160) and (BPC110 or CIS105)] or permission of Program Director.

Medical Coding Seminar (HIM221) 1 Credit

Guides students in the development of hospital-based coding compliance programs. Explores career development tools for medical billers and coders. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: (HIM211 and HIM213) or permission of Program Director. Corequisites: HIM222 or permission of Program Director.

Professional Practice in Medical Coding (HIM222) 1 Credit

Practical application of coding guidelines, conventions, and regulations under the supervision of a preceptor in an acute care setting. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: [HIM211 and (HIM213 or HIM214)] and current CPR at BLS Healthcare Provider Level through the American Heart Association and permission of Program Director. Corequisites: HIM221 or permission of Program Director.

Health Data Analytics (HIM225) 3 Credits

Provides students with integral tools and skills to analyze data commonly used in healthcare provision. Topics include data analysis, organization, and preparation tools; statistical techniques and variables; study design; benchmarking; and quality and performance improvement. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [CIS114DE and (HIM201 or HIM203)] or permission of Program Director.

Health Data Management Seminar (HIM231) 1 Credit

Designed for students pursuing skills and knowledge in health data management. Topics include career development, team building, health data systems management and preparation for the professional certification exam. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [CIS114DE and (HIM201 or HIM203)] or permission of Program Director. Corequisites: HIM232 or permission of Program Director.

Health Data Management Professional Practice (HIM232) 1 Credit

Practical application of health data management knowledge and skills under the supervision of a preceptor in an acute, ambulatory, and/or alternative care setting. Prerequisites: (A grade of C or better in [CIS114DE and (HIM201 or HIM203)] or permission of Program Director) and current CPR at Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Level through the American Heart Association. Corequisites: HIM231 or permission of Program Director.

Revenue Cycle Management Seminar (HIM233) 1 Credit

Prepares students for the workforce in the field of revenue cycle management. Topics include strategies for team building, project collaboration, career development, and preparation and review for professional exam. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (HIM208 and HIM210) or permission of Program Director. Corequisites: HIM234 or permission of Program Director.

Revenue Cycle Data Management Professional Practice (HIM234) 1 Credit

Practical application of revenue cycle management knowledge and skills under the supervision of a preceptor in an acute, ambulatory, and/or alternative care setting. Note: Current CPR certification at BLS Healthcare Provider Level through the American Heart Association required prior to placement. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (HIM208 and HIM210) or permission of Program Director. Corequisites: HIM233 or permission of Program Director.

Fabrics for Interiors (INT160) 3 Credits

Study of the properties, design, and performance characteristics of interior fabrics. Psychological and cultural impact of textiles on the built environment. Role of the interior designer in working with textiles. Introduction to regulations and codes within the textile industry. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to Interpreting (IPP205) 3 Credits

Theories of role, function, responsibilities, and communication strategies of the American Sign Language (ASL)/English interpreter. Covers application and implementation of the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (R.I.D.) and National Association of the Deaf (N.A.D.) Code of Professional Conduct. Additional topics addressed include interpreters functioning as advocates, moral systems vs. ethical systems, standard business practices, and perceptions of consumers. Note: IPP205 may be repeated for a total of nine (9) credit hours. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ASL201 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

Tort Law (LAS212) 3 Credits

Basic elements of negligence, strict liability, intentional torts; defenses; damages; insurance coverage. Evaluation of records and personal injury claims; review of insurance policies; settlement brochure; preparation of case intake memorandum. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in LAS109 and (BPC110 or CIS105 or permission of Program Director).

Fundamentals of Administrative Medical Assisting (MAS102) 6 Credits

Explores fundamental administrative procedures in ambulatory healthcare settings, such as appointment scheduling, telephone etiquette, and patient rights. Emphasis on a basic understanding of medical law and ethics and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations. Provides a basic overview of insurance, coding, billing, and electronic health records (EHR) as they relate to medical assisting. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAS101 and permission of Program Director.

Basic Anatomy, Physiology, and Medical Terminology (MAS103) 6 Credits

Provides a brief overview of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of body systems as they relate to medical assisting. This course will also explore basic nutrition and health as it relates to pathophysiology. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAS101.

Medical Administrative Assisting Practicum (MAS104) 4 Credits

Students will apply the medical administrative concepts learned in previous program courses. Note: All health and safety documents must remain current and in good standing, especially TB screening and CPR BLS provider, throughout the MAS104 Practicum. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAS103.

Clinical Medical Assisting Practicum (MAS204) 4 Credits

Application of clinical medical assisting concepts while interacting with patients at a clinical practicum site. Note: All health and safety documents must remain current and in good standing, especially TB screening and CPR BLS provider, throughout the MAS204 Practicum. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAS203.

Clinical Laboratory Operations (MDL190) 2 Credits

Overview of laboratory services, laboratory professionals, and the role of a medical laboratory technician (clinical laboratory technician). Understanding of health care reform, reimbursement, cost analysis, coding, credentialing, accreditation, and regulatory agencies. Emphasis on process improvement, laboratory mathematics, statistics, documentation, medico-legal implications, education, management and personnel, and specimen integrity. Application of pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical principles, infection control, and laboratory safety. Recognition of acceptable quality control and quality management principles, phlebotomy principles, and lab equipment, glassware, labware, and water purification. Includes information systems and information management in laboratories. Importance of professional growth, communicating with the patient and public, and ethical conduct. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Medical Laboratory Science program and permission of Program Director.

Clinical Microbiology (MDL246) 6 Credits

Emphasis on microbial infectious and bioterrorism agents, classification, morphology, phenotyping, diseases, biotechnology and molecular technology, quality assurance and quality control, epidemiological significance, and regulatory standards. Application of antimicrobial, biochemical, and differential testing, drug resistance, selection, inoculation and incubation of culture media, isolation techniques, cell culture and viral detection tests, and macroscopic and microscopic evaluation. Emphasis on staining, rapid and commercial testing methods, safety precautions, specimen collection, handling, storage, and disposal of biological material, pretreatment, decontamination, and concentration techniques, specimen type, source, and common microbial flora, specimen acceptability, and instrumentation. Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in MDL244, acceptance into the Medical Laboratory Science program, and permission of Program Director.

Clinical Chemistry (MDL248) 6 Credits

Principles and procedures of clinical chemistry and testing for diseases of protein, nonprotein nitrogen compounds, lipid, glucose, bilirubin, liver disease, cardiac and endocrine function, toxicology, therapeutic drug monitoring, acid base balance, electrolytes, and trace elements. Emphasis on quality assurance, quality control, mathematics and statistical analysis, specimen collection, and preanalytical processes. Study of immunoassays, nucleic acid probes, viral and tumor markers, automation of analytical techniques, spectrophotometry, genetic diseases and inborn errors of metabolism, and point-of-care testing. Use of reagents, equipment, supplies, and units of measure. Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in MDL246, acceptance into the Medical Laboratory Science program, and permission of the Program Director.

Owning and Operating a Small Business (MGT253) 3 Credits

Starting, organizing, and operating a small business, including location, finance management processes, advertisement and promotion, credit, inventory control and ethics. Prerequisites: None.

Personnel/Human Resources Management (MGT276) 3 Credits

Human resource planning, staffing, training, compensating, and appraising employees in labor management relationships. Prerequisites: None. MGT101, or MGT175, or MGT229 suggested but not required.

New Student Orientation (NSONSO) 0 Credits

An orientation for new and returning students and in support of academic courses. Information provided on a variety of instructional programs and campus services, may include student success techniques and tours of specific campus facilities.

Nursing Theory and Science I (NUR152) 9 Credits

Introduction of Nurse of the Future competencies as a foundational framework for development of the professional nurse. Basic care concepts and the nursing process are utilized to meet the needs of adult and older adult patients. Prerequisites: Admission into the Nursing Program.

Nursing Theory and Science II (NUR172) 9 Credits

Utilization of Nurse of the Future competencies to develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes to provide safe, quality patient care across the wellness-illness continuum in selected medical-surgical and mental health patients. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (BIO202 and NUR152) or permission of Nursing Department Chair.

Nursing Theory and Science III (NUR252) 9 Credits

Application of critical thinking strategies related to holistic care of the newborn and childbearing patients. Integration of concepts related to holistic care of adults and older adult patients with selected acute and chronic alterations in health. Integration of professional nursing standards in role development. Utilization of previous knowledge of physical, biologic, psycho-social sciences, and the cultural, spiritual aspects of nursing care. Integration of concepts of nutrition, pharmacology, communication, health promotion, and pathophysiology into nursing care. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(CRE101 or appropriate district placement) and NUR172 and PSY101] or permission of Nursing Department Chair.

Nursing Theory and Science IV (NUR283) 9 Credits

Applies Nurse of the Future competencies to practice and manage care for the child/family unit and adults requiring complex care throughout the wellness/illness continuum, and prepare for transition from student to professional nurse. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (BIO205 and NUR252) or permission of Nursing Department Chair.

Yoga (PED101YO) 1 Credit

Promotion of overall health by strengthening muscles and stimulating glands and organs. Basic postures, breathing and relaxation techniques. Prerequisites: None. Note: PED101YO may be repeated for credit.

Medical and Bio-Ethics (PHI213) 3 Credits

A philosophical consideration of moral problems that arise in relation to medicine and biology, e.g., death, patient's rights and biological experimentation. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: HU

Phlebotomy: Basic Skills (PLB109) 2 Credits

Theory and practice of basic phlebotomy including laboratory test codes, equipment, and procedures. Prerequisites: (Acceptance into the Laboratory Assisting or Medical Assisting or Phlebotomy program), (a grade of C or better in HCC130 and HCC145AA), and permission of Program Director.

Specimen Processing and Advanced Techniques in Phlebotomy Procedures (PLB111) 2 Credits

Theory and practice of advanced techniques in phlebotomy and specimen processing including laboratory test codes, equipment, and procedures. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PLB109 and permission of Program Director.

Practicum: Phlebotomy and Specimen Processing (PLB122) 3 Credits

Application of phlebotomy and specimen processing techniques in a clinical laboratory setting or health care environment. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites: PLB109 or permission of Program Director. Prerequisites or Corequisites: PLB111 or permission of Program Director.

Introduction to Psychology (PSY101) 3 Credits

To acquaint the student with basic principles, methods and fields of psychology such as learning, memory, emotion, perception, physiological, developmental, intelligence, social and abnormal. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

Psychology and Culture (PSY132) 3 Credits

Presents current knowledge about human diversity in behavior and culture using examples from a variety of contexts within western and global societies. Highlights topics in cross-cultural psychology, such as intergroup relations, diverse cognitive styles, ethnocentrism, gender, personality, emotion, language, communication, work and health. The role of enculturation throughout the lifespan will be explored to increase awareness of how behavioral and cognitive principles affect interactions in a multicultural world. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: C, G, SB

Positive Psychology: The Science of Well-Being (PSY262) 3 Credits

Overview and application of psychological principles based on strengths and resilience of human beings as opposed to dysfunction and symptoms of mental disorders. Topics include happiness, relationships, resilience, optimism, well-being, and brain research explaining positive emotions. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

Psychology of Human Sexuality (PSY277) 3 Credits

Survey of psychological and physiological aspects of human sexual behavior. Emphasis placed on the integration of the cognitive, emotional, and behavioral factors in sexual functioning. Note: PSY277 course may contain adult content. All students under the age of 18 are required to have a signed parental consent form on file, which is on the back of the Under the Age of 18 Enrollment Form. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY101.

General Education Designations: SB

Leisure and the Quality of Life (REC120) 3 Credits

Overview of the historical, psychological, social, and cultural aspects of play, leisure, and recreation and their role in contemporary society. Nature of play and leisure behavior in human development within different cultures and the contribution play, recreation, and leisure make to the quality of life for individuals in today's society. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

Introduction to Sociology (SOC101) 3 Credits

The systematic study of social behavior and human groups, particularly the influence of culture, socialization, social structure, stratification, social institutions, differentiation by region, race, ethnicity, sex/gender, age, class, and socio/cultural change upon people's attitudes and behaviors. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB