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AES101: Air Force Today I – 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.

AJS109: Substantive Criminal Law – 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.

ART161: Ceramics I – 3 credits

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

ART255: Art Marketing – 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.

ASB100: Introduction to Global Health – 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

BIO156: Introductory Biology for Allied Health – 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

BIO205: Microbiology – 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

SUN# BIO2205

CAP120: Introduction to Counseling – 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

CEU100-93001: Early Childhood Oral Health Promotion – 4 credits

This course will provide dental and dental hygiene professionals, as well as other healthcare professionals, with information to enable them to provide practical and effective advice to parents and other healthcare providers about preventing oral diseases in infants and young children

CEU100-93089: DNT: Chemical Dependency - Tobacco Cessation – 4 credits

Designed to create awareness in how to assess patients for tobacco use, describe the components of tobacco dependency, prevention strategies and electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS). Intended for health care professionals. Prerequisites: None. Completion earns four (4)) CEUs.

CEU100-93094: DNT: Oral Health Medical Emergencies – 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.

CEU100-93115: DNT: Infection Control Review for Dental Expanded Functions – 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.

CEU100-93122: DNT: Oral Public Health – 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.

CFS123: Health and Nutrition in Early Childhood Settings – 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.

CFS125: Safety In Early Childhood Settings – 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.

CFS176: Child Development – 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

CPD180: Human Resilience: Cognitive, Emotional, and Behavioral Applications – 3 credits

Exploration of human resilience and well-being within the context of personal, academic, and career life. Focus on enhancing quality of life, and improving academic performance and career success through awareness of behavior, cognition, and emotion as well as the practice of self-regulation. Topics include mindfulness, positive psychology, motivation, effective thinking, applied neuroscience, mental and emotional health and self-care. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

DAE112: Dental Assisting I – 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.

DAE156: Dental Assisting II – 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.

DAE256: Dental Assisting IV – 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.

DHE120: Pre-Clinical Dental Hygiene – 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.

DHE127: Prevention of Dental Disease – 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.

DHE225: Periodontics – 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.

DHE229: Community Oral Health – 3 credits

An examination of methods used to assess the oral health status of the community and to plan, implement, finance and evaluate dental public health programs. Focus on community-based health promotion and disease prevention measures to improve the oral health of the population, as well as the characteristics of dental care delivery systems and the social, political, psychological and economic factors affecting utilization within the system. Prerequisites: Admission to the Dental Hygiene Program or permission of Instructor.

ECH280: Food Experiences With Young Children – 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.

EED212: Guidance, Management and the Environment – 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.

EMT101: Basic Life Support/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Health Care Providers – 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.

ENG101: First-Year Composition – 3 credits

Emphasis on rhetoric and composition with a focus on expository writing and understanding writing as a process. Establishing effective college-level writing strategies through four or more writing projects comprising at least 3,000 words in total. Prerequisites: Appropriate writing placement test score, or a grade of C or better in ENG091 or ESL097 or WAC101, or a grade of B or better in ALT100, or (a grade of C in ALT100 AND Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL OR WAC101 OR ENG100A+).

General Education Designations: FYC

SUN# ENG1101

FON100: Introductory Nutrition – 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.

FON241: Principles of Human Nutrition – 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. Note: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (General) - [SG] in combination with: FON241LL

General Education Designations: SG

FON241LL: Principles of Human Nutrition Laboratory – 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. Note: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (General) - [SG] in combination with: FON241 Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FON241 or Corequisites: FON241.

General Education Designations: SG

FSC105: Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations – 3 credits

Basic methods of recognition and identification based upon the chemical and physical properties of hazardous materials; basic safety procedures when utilizing specific types of protective clothing and equipment; basic tactical information relating to scene management. Satisfies minimum standards for certification testing set forth by the current ProBoard and/or Arizona State Training and Certifying Authority.
Prerequisites: None.

FSC134: Fitness and Conditioning for Firefighters – 3 credits

Overview of all aspects of fitness for current and prospective firefighters. Includes physical and mental aspects of performance for optimal achievement on fire department agility tests and fire fighting tasks; individual conditioning strategies, nutritional guidelines, protective clothing concepts, and basic exercise principles. Pre-employment, evaluation, and lifelong fitness and conditioning.
Prerequisites: None.

GBS132: Personal and Family Financial Security – 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.

HCC130: Fundamentals in Health Care Delivery – 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.

HCC145: Medical Terminology for Health Care Professionals – 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.

HCC145AA: Medical Terminology for Health Care Professionals I – 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.

HCR210: Clinical Health Care Ethics – 3 credits

An introduction to health care ethics with emphasis on analysis and ethical decision making at both the clinical and health policy levels for health care professionals. Theoretical foundation of bioethics reviewed within historical and contemporary contexts. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG102 or ENG108 or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: HU

HCR220: Introduction to Nursing and Health Care Systems – 3 credits

Introduction to the social, political, and economic contexts of the nursing profession and health care systems in the United States. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG102 or ENG108 or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: H

HCR230: Culture And Health – 3 credits

Relation between cultures of diverse groups and health/illness. Emphasis on cross-cultural communication, including awareness of own cultural influences and indigenous and complementary healing practices. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: C, G

HCR240: Human Pathophysiology – 4 credits

Chemical, biological, biochemical, and psychological processes as a foundation for the understanding of alterations in health. The structural and functional pathophysiology of alterations in health; selected therapeutics considered. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BIO202 or BIO205, or permission of Instructor.

HES100: Healthful Living – 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

HIM101: Introduction to Health Information Management – 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.

HIM105: Computers in Healthcare and Health Record Systems – 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.

HIM106: Legal and Ethical Aspects of Health Information Management – 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.

HIM160: Health Data and Content – 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.

HIM180: Introduction to Medical Billing and Reimbursement – 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.

HIM181: Medical Claims Processing – 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.

HIM200: Human Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Health Information Management (HIM) Professionals – 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.

HIM203: Healthcare Statistics and Data Analytics – 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 (HIM160 and MAT112) or permission of Program Director.

HIM207: Health Information Organizational Resource Management – 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.

HIM208: ICD-CM Diagnostic Coding – 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 HIM200) or permission of Program Director. Prerequisites or Corequisites: HIM180 or permission of Program Director.

HIM210: ICD-PCS Coding and ICD Applications – 2 credits

Introduction to the International Classification of Diseases, Procedure Coding System (ICD-PCS). 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 HIM200. Prerequisites or Corequisites: HIM208 or permission of Program Director.

HIM211: Advanced Applications of Coding and Reimbursement – 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.

HIM213: CPT and HCPCS Coding – 3 credits

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

HIM215: Physician-Based Billing and Coding Seminar – 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.

HIM216: Professional Practice in Physician-Based Billing and Coding – 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.

HIM219: Health Information Management Systems – 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 HIM160, and (BPC110 or CIS105).

HIM221: Medical Coding Seminar – 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.

HIM222: Professional Practice in Medical Coding – 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.

HIM225: Health Data Analytics – 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 HIM203).

HIM231: Health Data Management Seminar – 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. Note: Student must participate in the PPE (Professional Practice Experience) Orientation. Consult with Program Director or Instructor. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS114DE, HIM203, HIM208, and HIM209. Corequisites: HIM232.

HIM232: Health Data Management Professional Practice – 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. Note: Student must participate in the PPE (Professional Practice Experience) Orientation. Consult with Program Director or Instructor. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS114DE, HIM203, HIM208, HIM209 and current CPR certification at Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider level through the American Heart Association. Corequisites: HIM231.

HIM233: Revenue Cycle Management Seminar – 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. Note: Student must participate in the PPE (Professional Practice Experience) Orientation. Consult with Program Director or Instructor. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (HIM208 and HIM210) or permission of Program Director. Corequisites: HIM234 and permission of Program Director.

HIM234: Revenue Cycle Data Management Professional Practice – 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. Student must participate in the PPE (Professional Practice Experience) Orientation. Consult with Program Director or Instructor. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (HIM208 and HIM210) or permission of Program Director, and CPR at BLS Healthcare Provider level through the American Heart Association. Corequisites: HIM233 and permission of Program Director.

HST180: Overview of Histology (Anatomic) Laboratory – 2 credits

Overview of anatomic laboratory services, anatomic laboratory professionals, and the role of the histology technician. Emphasis on certification, accreditation, and regulatory agencies. Application of process improvement, quality control, laboratory mathematics, infection control, sharps/mechanical hazards, documentation, medico-legal implications, and chemical hygiene principles. Includes information management in anatomic laboratories. Importance of management and supervision leadership principles and professional growth and ethical conduct. Prerequisites: Admission to Histologic Technology program or permission of Program Director.

INT160: Fabrics for Interiors – 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.

IPP205: Introduction to Interpreting – 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.

LAS212: Tort Law – 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).

MAS102: Fundamentals of Administrative Medical Assisting – 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.

MAS103: Basic Anatomy, Physiology, and Medical Terminology – 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.

MAS104: Medical Administrative Assisting Practicum – 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.

MAS204: Clinical Medical Assisting Practicum – 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.

MDL190: Clinical Laboratory Operations – 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.

MDL246: Clinical Microbiology – 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.

MDL248: Clinical Chemistry – 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.

MGT253: Owning and Operating a Small Business – 3 credits

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

MGT276: Human Resources Management – 3 credits

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

NSONSO: New Student Orientation – 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.