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English B. Scotland, Chair
Placement Standard
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College Prep Courses
These courses are designed to improve students’ chances for success in college-level courses. When college readiness is not indicated by placement test scores in basic skill areas (English, mathematics, reading), college prep courses provide students with the opportunity to strengthen requisite skills. College prep courses are noncredit, but have credit equivalency for calculation of tuition, fees, financial assistance, and athletic eligibility.
Computer-Assisted English Sections
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ENG-2200 - American Literature I (3)
Prerequisite: ENG 1020 ;
Students in this course survey the development of American literature from Native-American traditions up to the Civil War. Students read poems, letters, works of fiction and non-fiction, and plays from the literary periods within this time. Students learn about and use critical literary theory to discuss and write essays about literature. Students will learn about and demonstrate their awareness of this historical, cultural, social and philosophical influences that shaped and were, at times, shaped by the early American Writers from the colonial period to 1865. Students demonstrate this knowledge and understanding through a variety of activities and assessments that may include class discussions, oral presentations, and small group projects, as well as essay exams and other written critical analysis of individual literary works to a course total of approximately 4000 words. Students may earn credit for this course through CLEP.
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ENG-2210 - American Literature II (3)
Prerequisite: ENG 1020 ;
Students in this course survey the development of American literature from 1865 to the present. Students read poems, letters, works of fiction and non-fiction, and plays from the literary periods within this time. Students learn about and use critical literary theory to discuss and write essays about literature. Students will learn about and demonstrate their awareness of this historical, cultural, social and philosophical influences that shaped and were, at times, shaped by the American Writers from 1865 to the present. Students demonstrate this knowlege and understanding through a variety of activities and assessments that may include class discussions, oral presentations, and small group projects, as well as essay exams and other written critical analysis of individual literary works to a course total of approximately 4000 words. Students may earn credit for this course through CLEP.
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ENG-2230 - Connections: Contemporary Writers and Issues (3)
Prerequisite: ENG 1020 ;
Students attend readings, view videotapes, and read works by contemporary authors. The connections between specific literary works, students’ lives, and larger personal, ethical, and social issues are emphasized.
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ENG-2235 - Contemporary American Poetry (3)
Prerequisite: ENG 1020 ;
Students study contemporary American poetry, view videotapes of readings and interviews, and explore the role of poetry in contemporary American culture and the relevance of poetry to their lives. Students participate in discussions, group activities, and writing exercises, and write analytical essays.
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ENG-2240 - African-American Literature (3)
Prerequisite: ENG 1020 ;
Students survey the writing by Americans of African descent. They are acquainted with a historical overview of representative literature across several genres from colonial times to the present.
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ENG-2250 - Women Writers (3)
Prerequisite: ENG 1020 ;
Students in this course read, study, and analyze a variety of writings by women. The texts by women authors may include fiction, poetry, plays, nonfiction essays, speeches, literary criticisms, letters, and autobiographical works. A variety of ethnic groups and cultures will be represented; although, the primary language of the women studied is English. Through the broad representation of writing by women from the time of the European Middle Ages to contemporary times, students will consider diverse issues relevant to women. Students demonstrate this knowledge and understanding through a variety of activities and assessments that may include class discussions, oral presentations, and small group projects, as well as essay exams and other written critical analysis of individual literary works to a course total of approximately 4000 words.
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ENG-2260 - Ethnic American Literature (3)
Prerequisite: ENG 1020 ;
Students study literature written by diverse American authors from colonial to contemporary times, including works by African-, Asian-, Hispanic-, European-, or Native-Americans. Students explore the social, economic, historical, and religious experiences that shape each group. Students analyze literary works, write individual or collaborative papers, and give presentations.
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ENG-2270 - Latin American Literature and Film (3)
Prerequisite: ENG 1020 ;
Students survey and analyze the literature and film of Latin American and Latino-American culture in various literary and film genres, which may include short fiction, poetry, drama, creative nonfiction, and feature documentary film. They study the political, economic, and global influences that have shaped Latin American writing and film and consider the influence on U.S. cultures. Students participate in discussions and group activities, write analytical and critical essays, and give presentations. This course is taught in English.
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ENG-2320 - World Literature I (3)
Prerequisite: ENG 1020 ;
Major works of world literature from antiquity to approximately 1700 C.E. are studied in terms of the cultures that produced them. Many texts studied originate in the oral tradition, and many are read in translation. Included, in their entirety when possible, may be The Epic of Gilgamesh, ancient Egyptian poetry, Hebrew Scripture, The Illiad or The Odyssey, The Analects of Confucius, The Mahabharata, The Qur’an, Dante’s Inferno, early Japanese works, and a work from the European Renaissance.
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ENG-2320H - World Literature I - Honors (3)
Prerequisite: ENG 1020 ; consult with Languages and Literature Chair;
Major works of world literature from antiquity to approximately 1700 C.E. are studied in terms of the cultures that produced them. Emphasis is on global and comparative perspectives, interrelations, and context. Many texts studied originate in the oral tradition, and many are read in translation. Included, in their entirety when possible, may be The Epic of Gilgamesh, ancient Egyptian poetry, Hebrew Scripture, The Illiad or The Odyssey, The Analects of Confucius, The Mahabharata, The Qur’an, Dante’s Inferno, early Japanese works, and a work from the European Renaissance.
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ENG-2330 - World Literature II (3)
Prerequisite: ENG 1020 ;
Major works of world literature from approximately 1700 C.E. to the present are studied in terms of the cultures which produced them. Included may be 17th Century Chinese fiction, works from European enlightenment and European and American Romantic Period, Urdu lyric poetry from India, works of European realism and naturalism, works of native peoples from around the world, and works from the modern world community.
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ENG-2810 - The Vietnam War in Film and Literature (3)
Prerequisite: ENG 1020 ;
Students study fiction and film about the Vietnam War from both the American and Vietnamese sides and study the war’s effects on contemporary literature and society.
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ENG-2825 - American War Literature and Film I (3)
Prerequisite: ENG 1020 ;
Students examine, discuss, and respond to works of literature and film that interpret the experience of war and its consequences. In this course, students look at conflict from the American Revolution and Civil War through World War II and study how the literature and film depict the best and worst human behavior under the most extreme conditions. Likewise, students look at the impact of war on American ideology and culture from inception through contemporary society and examine how it shapes literature in both textual and visual forms. Author Phil Caputo’s statement that the job of the battle- singer is to wring order and meaning out of the chaotic clash of arms drives the study.
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ENG-2826 - American War Literature and Film II (3)
Prerequisite: ENG 1020 ;
Students continue examination, discussion, and response to works of literature and film that interpret the experience of war and its consequences. Students look at the Korean War, the Vietnam War, the Gulf War, and the currency of the Afghanistan and Iraq conflicts and study how literature and film depict not only the battles but the impact of these wars on American ideology and culture. Students also study, as set forth in the literature, basic tenets of human behavior driven by the extreme circumstances of and engagement in war.
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ENG-2950 - Creative Writing: Fiction, Memoir, and Creative Non-Fiction (3)
Prerequisite: ENG 1020 ;
Students study selected works of several authors, discuss writing techniques and styles, and create their own works of short fiction, creative non-fiction, or memoir, which are workshopped by their fellow students and by the instructor. In addition, effective ways of submitting work for publication are discussed.
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ENG-2960 - Creative Writing: Poetry (3)
Prerequisite: ENG 1020 ;
Students study selected works of several poets, discuss their writing techniques and styles, and create their own poetry, which is workshopped by their fellow students and by the instructor. In addition, effective ways of submitting work for publicaiton are discussed.
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Environmental Science W. Montgomery, Chair
T. Russ, Program Coordinator |
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ENV-1020 - Earth Science (3)
Prerequisite: RDG 0800 and MTH 1000 ;
Earth Science consists of selected topics from the fields of geology, oceanography, meteorology and astronomy. Topics are selected from these areas of study to convey to the students both an appreciation for the basic processes of science and an acquaintance with the current problems and ideas in the earth sciences.
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ENV-1020L - Earth Science Lab (1)
Co-requisite: ENV 1020
Earth Science Laboratory involves students in hands on investigation of earth’s physiographic features and the underlying systems and processes that influence those features. The course is composed of various laboratory exercises in geology, oceanography, meteorology and astronomy which provide active learning experiences for the student. Students learn skills such as: measurements used in mapping, reading topographic maps and aerial photographs. An understanding of the dynamic character of the earth is emphasized along with a basis for relating earth systems to social and economic systems.
Course Fee: $60
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ENV-1100 - Environmental Careers (3)
Prerequisite: RDG 0800 and ENG 0900 ;
Introduction to Environmental Careers is designed to provide students with an overview of the range of possible environmental and green careers, the nature of professional and business practices within these careers, and an introduction to health and safety fundamentals of importance to people in these fields. The course will offer a range of career resources for students to explore within the context of their own interest. Students will prepare a job search plan based on interests expressed in the class. Corollary objectives are to provide students an understanding of the performance expectations of professional and technical environmental workplaces. Basic language skills are presumed, used and evaluated. This is a web-based course.
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ENV-1300 - Environmental Science (3)
Prerequisite: RDG 0800
Students apply concepts of matter, energy, and ecosystem science to understanding the impact of man on the global environment. Topics covered include air and water pollution, population growth, resource management, power generation, waste disposal, and species diversity.
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ENV-1300L - Environmental Science Lab (1)
Co-requisite: ENV 1300
Students are provided with additional experience in topics covered in ENV 1300 . Field trips, lab exercises, and special projects give the students first hand exposure to some environmental issues and problems. This course is web-based allowing the students a maximum of interactions and access to resources.
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ENV-1400 - Environmental Law and Regulations (3)
Prerequisite: ENV 1300 ;
Students review the historical context of United States environmental legislation. They are introduced to both federal and state environmental laws and regulations and review major current environmental legislation. Regulatory concepts are underscored with the introduction of concepts of environmental economics and principles of environmental management.
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ENV-1500 - Environmental Management (3)
Prerequisite: ENV 1300 and ENV 1300L
Co-requisite: ENV 1400
This course expands on the issues of sustainability relevant to the management of public and private organizations. Existing and emerging principles of sustainable environmental management such as Pollution Prevention, the Wingspread Principles, the Precautionary Principle and others will be introduced. Students will learn how these principles are applied in methods such as Design for the Environment, LEED, Carbon auditing, pollution credits, resource shares and other similar conceptual approaches to environmental management and decision making. Students will be encouraged to apply these principles in case studies.
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ENV-1650 - Site Grading and Erosion Control (3)
Prerequisite: CHE 1000 ; or California Diagnostic Test (score 20 or above) or permission of division chair;
Co-requisite: ENV 1650L
Students will focus on the assessment planning and development of land resources with a particular emphasis on soils, site grading, erosion, sediment control and site stabilization. Students will study soil capabilities and limitation using the USDA Soil Surveys. Students will also learn to prepare and analyze site grading plans and erosion sediment plans and reports. This course is web-based allowing the students a maximum of interaction and access to resources.
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ENV-1650L - Site Grading & Erosion Lab (1)
Co-requisite: ENV 1650
Students are introduced to the basic materials and tools of soil science. Familiarity with soil identification analysis and profiles is stressed, some field experience is included. This is a web-based course.
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ENV-1750 - Nonpoint Source Pollution Prevention (3)
Prerequisite: Take 1 group; GEO 1010 GEO 1010L ; or ENV 1020 ENV 1020L ; or GRY 1110 GRY 1110L ;
Students will study the hydrologic implications of land use and development. This course will focus on storm water management, spill prevention planning and onsite sewage disposal. Students will learn to complete analysis on small watersheds, calculate pre and post development storm water flows, select, justify and size storm water management strategies. Students will also study the various technologies available for onsite sewage disposal and will complete onsite analysis and designs. Students will also prepare spill prevention plans based on case study materials. This course is web-based.
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ENV-1803 - Environmental Monitoring, Sampling and Analysis (4)
Prerequisite: ENV 1300 ENV 1300L ENV 1400 ENG 2050 MTH 1130 ;
This course provides students with the opportunity to conduct field exercises and project work that utilizes the concepts and principles learned in earlier course work in the Environmental Technology program. The student will engage in the design and implementation of sampling and monitoring plans as part of scenarios presented in class. Each student will identify, complete and report on a project of a suitable rigor and scope that demonstrates knowledge and skills acquired in the course of study. Credit may not be received for ENV-1803 and ENV-1801 or ENV-1803 and ENV-1802.
Course Fee: $60
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ENV-1900 - Environmental Planning (3)
Prerequisite: ENV 1650 ENV 1650L ENV 1750 ;
This course provides students with an opportunity to study the principles of environmental planning as it relates to land use and the management of natural resources. The course utilizes a case study approach to encourage the student to see the principles of environmental planning as applied science and build on knowledge learned in earlier coursework. The course provides an overview of planning policy and practice in the United States, the technologies employed by planners and the process of synthesizing solutions in the contexts of the environmental and the human community.
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ENV-2910 - Cooperative Education I: Environmental Science (3)
Prerequisite: ENG 1010 ; permission of the division chair;
Cooperative education allows students to combine academic study with on-the-job experience by working on paid training assignments coordinated by departmental faculty. The major objective of cooperative education is the application of classroom theory to a work environment. Communication with faculty during the course can be online.
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French B. Scotland, Chair |
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FRE-1010 - Introduction to French I (3)
Students work with basic dialogues to develop, understand, and speak the French language. They master all indicative mood tenses and the fundamental grammar rules which enable them to converse in French. Familiarity with English grammar and parts of speech is recommended for all beginning foreign language students.
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FRE-1020 - Introduction to French II (3)
Prerequisite: FRE 1010 or two years of high school French;
In this continuation of FRE 1010 , students review grammar, increase vocabulary, and write and present compositions in French. French is spoken in the classroom.
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FRE-1050 - The Culture of France (3)
Prerequisite: English placement or ENG 0900 or higher AND take Reading placement or RDG 0800 or higher.
Students study the impact of the French culture in the United States and throughout the world focusing on the social, political, economic, artistic, and religious systems of French culture in a historical context. This course is taught in English; no knowledge of French is required.
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FRE-2010 - Composition & Conversation I (3)
Prerequisite: FRE 1020 or three years of high school French;
Students improve their abilities to read, write, and speak French. They read short selections from French literature and write and present compositions to the class.
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FRE-2020 - Composition & Conversation II (3)
Prerequisite: FRE 2010 ;
Students continue to develop their ability to read, write, and speak French. They survey French writers from various literary periods. Compositions and commentaries in French are required. The class is conducted in French.
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Geography P. Allen, Chair |
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GRY-1050 - World Regional Geography (3)
After reviewing basic geographic concepts, students examine the relationship of people to their physical and cultural environments. Topics include world patterns of climate, resources, population, transportation, industry, religions, customs, and national political arrangements.
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GRY-1050H - World Regional Geography Honor (3)
Prerequisite: must participate in CSM Scholars Program; permission of Scholars Program Director; must consult with an advisor for eligibility requirements;
After reviewing basic geographic concepts, students examine the relationship of people to their physical and cultural environments. Topics include world patterns of climate, resources, population, transportation, industry, religions, customs, and national political arrangements. This is an Honors course that emphasizes the importance of globalization and differential regional development.
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GRY-1060 - United States Geography (3)
Students examine the physical and cultural geography of the United States emphasizing the differences in climate, landscape, culture, and economic activity.
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GRY-1100 - Introduction to Geography (3)
Students are introduced to geography as a spatial science, studying the major subfields of spatial inquiry, such as urban, economic, environmental, cultural, and population geography.
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GRY-1110 - Introduction to Physical Geography (3)
Students explore the interralated elements of the natural environment, including weather and climate, water, landforms, soils, and vegetation.
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GRY-1110L - Introduction to Physical Geography - Lab (1)
Co-requisite: GRY 1110
Students are actively engaged in the material and data with which physical geographers work. Building on knowledge gained in GRY 1110 lecture, students calculate earth-sun relations, construct isoline maps, examine and interpret topographic maps and aerial photographs.
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GRY-1200 - Introduction to Archaeology (3)
This course will provide an in-depth introduction to archaeology as an important way for documenting and interpreting the full scope of the human past. This course will consider the method and theory of archaeology: how archaeology is done and how the results are interpreted. The student will participate in hands-on activities designed to help them understand how archaeologists draw conclusions about the past.
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GRY-2020 - Introduction to Cultural Geography (3)
Students study the relationships between culture and geography, analyzing cultural landscapes and the spatial patterns of economic activities, language, race and ethnicity, religion, and politics.
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GRY-2050 - Maps and Mapping (3)
Students receive an introduction to maps, map interpretation, and computer mapping. They study the various types of maps, including computer maps, and general application of maps in geography to develop skills in map reading, environmental analysis and interpretation.
Course Fee: $30
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GRY-2070 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (3)
Prerequisite: GRY 2050 ;
This course introduces students to the characteristics and applications of geographical data. Practical training is provided in the use of Arc GIS software for symbolizing and labeling geographic features, querying geographic data, analyzing spatial data, and creating maps.
Course Fee: $35
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Geology W. Montgomery, Chair |
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GEO-1010 - Physical Geology (3)
Prerequisite: RDG 0800 ;
Students learn the principles of dynamic and structural geology. The course includes a general survey of the rocks and minerals composing the earth and the movement within it, the earth’s surface features, and the agents that form them.
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GEO-1010L - Physical Geology Lab (1)
Co-requisite: GEO 1010
Students are introduced to the basic materials and tools of physical geology in a laboratory setting. Familiarity with rocks and minerals and the use of maps in geologic investigations are stressed.
Course Fee: $55
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Health L. Polk, Chair |
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HTH-1030 - Current Issues of the Older Adult (1)
Students focus on key concepts related to the aging population. The aging process is reviewed, and students are introduced to current trends and issues impacting the older adult. Topics include theories of aging, economic constraints, abuse, sexuality and spirituality, adult children caring for aging parents, and polypharmacy.
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HTH-1040 - Holistic Approaches to Wellness (2)
This course examines holistic approaches to stress, self-care, the effects of nutrition, herbology, and exercise on overall personal wellness.
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HTH-1100 - Medical Terminology (1)
Students study the vocabulary associated with the allied health professions through the use of contextual clues, prefixes, suffixes, and roots.
Course Fee: $10
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HTH-1105 - Comprehensive Medical Terminology (3)
This course teaches the students to accurately spell and define common medical terms related to major disease processes, pharmacology categories, diagnostic procedures, laboratory tests, abbreviations, drugs, and treatment modalities for each body system. Case studies and medical reports are utilized to prepare students for using medical terms in context as they are encountered in medical transcription, coding, and other record processing activities
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HTH-1150 - Introduction to Medical Coding (1)
Prerequisite: HTH 1100 ;
This course does not fulfill the requirements for the Medical Coding Specialist Certificate Program and does not prepare students for a career in medical coding. Students are introduced to diagnostic procedural coding using the International Classification of Disease, current edition, and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding systems required for medical insurance claims and statistical information in health care facilities. This course provides an overview of these coding systems.
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HTH-1160 - Advanced Medical Coding (2)
Prerequisite: HTH 1150 ;
This course does not fulfill the requirements for the Medical Coding Specialist Certificate Program and does not prepare students for a career in medical coding. Students learn to apply advanced medical coding skills in an office setting. Diagnostic and procedural coding using the ICD and CPT coding systems are reviewed and applied. Additional topics include medical coding for maximum reimbursement, troubleshooting insurance claims when reimbursement is denied, and ethical dilemmas coders face in the office setting.
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HTH-1340 - Introduction to Pharmacy Technician (1)
Prerequisite: RDG 0800 ;
This course introduces students to the work of pharmacy technicians and the context in which technicians’ work is performed. Students learn the technician’s general role in healthcare delivery, with particular emphasis on the complementary roles of pharmacists and technicians. They gain an understanding of the range of current direct patient care delivery systems and of medication distribution systems including the step-by-step processes in which technicians participate. They are introduced to the influence that medication laws, standards, and regulations have on practice.
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HTH-1350 - Business Skills for Pharmacy Operations (2)
Prerequisite: MTH 0900 RDG 0800 ;
Co-requisite: HTH 1100
This course focuses on collecting, organizing, and evaluating information for direct patient care, medication use review, and departmental management; purchasing pharmaceuticals, devices, and supplies; inventory control; and payment billing and collections. Communication skills to support customer services are emphasized.
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HTH-1410 - Medical Assisting: Basic Operations (3)
Prerequisite: ENG 0900 RDG 0800 MTH 0900 ;
Co-requisite: HTH 1100
This course introduces students to the profession of Medical Assisting and prepares them to perform basic clinical procedures such as aseptic hand washing, taking a health history and chief complaint, measuring vital signs, and assisting with routine physical and speciality examinations. Maintenance of examination and treatment areas, proper disposal of wastes, handling patient telephone calls and patient instruction are also addressed.
Course Fee: $75
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HTH-1415 - Medical Assisting Administrative Procedures (3)
Prerequisite: HTH 1100 HTH 1150 ;
This course will familiarize students with basic medical assisting administrative skills. Content areas include basic communication, medical law and ethics, and medical office operational functions. Administrative skills include instruction in answering telephones, scheduling appointments, proper documentation and handling of medical records, financial responsibilities, heath insurance, basic coding, and billing.
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HTH-1430 - Phlebotomy and Diagnostic Lab Tests (3)
Prerequisite: HTH 1410 BIO 1600 BIO 1040 BIO 1040L ;
Co-requisite: BIO 2800
Students learn to safely and aseptically perform phlebotomy and capillary puncture, collect and process blood and other specimens for testing or transport. Topics include point of care testing: CLIA-waived hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, immunology, and microbiology testing; quality control and assurance; laboratory safety and recordkeeping. Laboratory and practicum experiences are included in the course.
Course Fee: $100
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HTH-1440 - Pharmacology for Allied Health (3)
Co-requisite: BIO 1040
This course is a study of prescription drugs, PDR use, drug classifications, drug actions and interactions, safe drug storage, methods of medication administration, dosage calculations, and documentation. Pharmacy calls and patient medication instructions are included.
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HTH-1442 - Pharmacology Lab for Medical Assistants (1)
Co-requisite: HTH 1440
Medication administration, basic intravenous techniques, dosage calculations, and documentation are covered for clients across the lifespan. Content on assessment of medication orders/prescriptions, patient safety, and medication distribution is included in this course.
Course Fee: $100
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HTH-1444 - Pharmacology Lab for Pharmacy Technicians (1)
Co-requisite: HTH 1440
Students gain experience in aseptic technique and prescription processing of non-compounded products, compound nonsterile products, compound sterile products, and cytotoxic/hazardous medication products. Content on assessment of medication orders/prescriptions, patient safety, and medication distribution is included in this course.
Course Fee: $100
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HTH-1445 - Surgical Assisting (1)
Prerequisite: BIO 1040 BIO 1040L ;
Students learn to identify and care for surgical instruments and practice medical and surgical aseptic techniques in this course. Topics include sterilization and disinfection techniques and autoclaving; preparing patients for various minor surgical procedures; preparing the exam room; assisting with surgery; and post treatment patient care. Students also learn to apply dressings, bandages, splints and casts, as well as patient instruction and patient fittings for ambulatory aids.
Course Fee: $100
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HTH-1460 - Cardiopulmonary Testing (2)
Prerequisite: BIO 1040 BIO 1040L ;
This course is a study of cardiological testing and monitoring methodologies, including ECG and Holter monitors. Students develop skill in performance, interpretation and charting of ECG. Patient preparation and instruction for spirometry, radiology and ultrasound diagnostic testing are also addressed.
Course Fee: $75
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HTH-1470 - Medical Assisting Clinical Practicum (4)
Prerequisite: HTH 1150 HTH 1415 HTH 1430 HTH 1442 HTH 1445 HTH 1460 HTH 1750 ENG 1010 ; current CPR for Healthcare Providers; criminal background check; completed health forms; mandatory orientation;
Students apply medical assisting skills in this 180 hour practicum in a physician office or outpatient clinic. In addition, students participate in seminars to explore topics of entry into practice, preparation for credentialing, and implementation of the medical assisting role. A major objective of practicum experience is to apply classroom theory to the work environment. Students involved in work activities that support their curriculum may request their work experience be evaluated to ensure required practicum objectives and competencies are met.
Course Fee: $150
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HTH-1540 - Pharmacy Technician Practicum (4)
Prerequisite: HTH 1340 HTH 1350 HTH 1750 HTH 1440 HTH 1444 ; CPR for Healthcare Providers; criminal background check; completed health forms; mandatory orientation;
Students apply pharmacy technician skills in this 180-hour practicum in a variety of healthcare/ pharmacy settings. In addition, students participate in seminars preparing them for entry into practice and credentialing.
Course Fee: $150
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HTH-1600 - Responding to Emergencies (2)
Prerequisite: RDG 0800 ;
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to respond to selected medical emergencies and provide basic life support until more advanced measures can be initiated. Topics include the emergency medical service (EMS) system; the rescuer role; cardiovascular disease risk factors; cardic and respiratory emergencies in adults, children, and infants; shock; soft tissue and musculosketal injuries; poisoning; thermal injuries; and basic evacuation techniques.
Course Fee: $75
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HTH-1750 - Biomedical Ethics (2)
Prerequisite: ENG 0900 * RDG 0800 *;
Students and practitioners in the allied health areas explore ethical and legal issues in the health care environment.
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HTH-1760 - Basic Drug Calculations For Healthcare Workers (1)
Prerequisite: MTH 0800 ;
This course is designed for healthcare workers/nursing students who administer medications to adults and children. The following basic math concepts are included in the course: ratio and proportion calculations, conversions between the metric, apothecary and house- hold systems, safe dosages based on body weight and calculation formulas for regulating intravenous fluids.
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HTH-1770 - Advanced Drug Calculations For Healthcare Workers (1)
Prerequisite: MTH 0900 ;
This course is designed for healthcare workers/nursing students who will be administering critical intravenous medications. Basic math concepts are applied to critical intravenous medication calculations. Emphasis is placed on accurately calculating the following areas: critical intravenous medications to be given over a specific time period, correction of errors when intravenous flow rates are inaccurate, intravenous fluid volumes over specified time periods, intravenous heparin and pediatric critical intravenous medications given over specified time periods and for specific body weight.
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HTH-2031 - Advanced Cardiac Life Support for Health Care Providers (1)
Prerequisite: contact the Health Sciences Division Chair;
Credit for this course may only be earned through certification verification.
Course Fee: $124
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Health Information Management L. Polk, Chair |
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HIM-1103 - Introduction to Health Information (3)
This course introduces the generic components of the content, use, and structure of health care data and data sets in clients’ records. Students learn how these components relate to primary and secondary record systems. Students learn organization; financing and how health care services are delivered as well as introductions to legal and ethical issues that are covered when applicable to health information.
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HIM-1110 - Coding and Classification Systems I (3)
Co-requisite: HIM 1103 BIO 1040 HTH 1105
This course introduces basic coding and classification systems in order to assign valid diagnostic and procedure codes. It includes the validation of coded clinical information, case mix/severity of illness data, basic inpatient coding, basic ambulatory coding and basic CPT/HCPCS concepts. Students learn reimbursement and payment systems appropriate to all health care settings and managed care. Case studies and client records are utilized to apply coding and classification knowledge.
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HIM-1115 - Principles of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) (2)
Prerequisite: BIO 1040 HIM 1110 ;
Students learn to identify Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes for reporting medical services and procedures performed by the physician. These CPT codes are used for reimbursement for health insurance companies. The students focus on identifying CPT guidelines and modifiers.
Course Fee: $50
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HIM-1120 - Coding and Classification Systems II (3)
Prerequisite: HIM 1110 ;
Co-requisite: BIO 2800
Students learn to apply advanced medical coding skills using the ICD and CPT coding systems to diagnostic and procedural data. Complex case studies and client records are utilized to apply advanced coding and classification knowledge.
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HIM-1130 - Medical Billing and Reimbursement (3)
Prerequisite: BIO 1040 HIM 1120 ;
Students focus on medical reimbursement and billing. Emphasis is placed on a variety of health insurances and processing medical claims for payment. Students will be able to apply the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and ICD-9CM applications for obtaining reimbursement to acute and ambulatory settings.
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HIM-1200 - Health Information Management: Professional Practice Experience I (4)
Prerequisite: ITS 1015 HIM 1115 HIM 1120 ;
Students gain experience in a hospital, physician’s office, clinic, or other health care setting while applying coding principles to diagnostic and procedural data.
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HIM-2110 - Health Information Management in Care Delivery Systems (2)
Prerequisite: HIM 1200 ;
This course introduces students to the role of the health information manager in a variety of health care settings, including acute care, ambulatory care, long-term care, home health care, and hospice. Students begin with an historical perspective of the health care system and health information management before focusing on the regulatory issues, documentation, and procedural aspects of managing health information in various health care systems. Topics such as confidentiality, health care legislation, licensure, professional certification, quality improvement, and career opportunities across settings are also included.
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HIM-2210 - Legal and Ethical Aspects of Health Information Management (2)
Prerequisite: HIM 1200 ;
This course focuses on the legal and ethical aspects of health information management. Students are introduced to the ethical foundations of health information management, the professional code of ethics, values, and obligations, ethical issues related to HIM, and an ethical decision-making model. The course also emphasizes the legal issues encountered in health information management. Topics include but are not limited to compilation, maintenance, ownership, and control of health records; professional liability; retention of the health record; information disclosure, privacy, and breach notification; medical identity theft, meeting the Red Flag Rules, Medical staff appointments and privileges, labor laws and unionized personnel, Americans with Disabilities Act.
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HIM-2250 - Health Information Management Professional Practice Experience II (3)
Prerequisite: HIM 1200 ;
Co-requisite: HIM 2110 ;
Students work under the supervision of health information management staff in a local healthcare facility. This experience allows the student to apply knowledge learned in the classroom in simulated employment.
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HIM-2310 - Health Information Management Statistics and Quality Improvement (3)
Prerequisite: HIM 1200 ITS 1015 MTH 1115 ;
This course focuses on health data statistics analysis and presentation. Students gain an in-depth knowledge of basic hospital statistics and application of the same. The course will focus on the differences between primary and secondary data sources and databases, purposes and users of secondary data, types of secondary data sources, national and state administrative databases, national, state, and county public health databases. The course will also cover performance improvement, medical care evaluation, concurrent review, and the importance of accurate data display.
Course Fee: $75.00
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HIM-2350 - Health Information Management Professional Practice Experience III (3)
Prerequisite: HIM 2110 HIM 2250 ;
Students continue to work under the supervision of health information management staff in a local healthcare facility. This experience allows the student to apply knowledge learned in the classroom in simulated employment.
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HST-1010 - History of Western Civilization to 1300 (3)
Students survey the political, economic, and social aspects of important periods in the development of the West from human prehistory to the 1300’s.
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HST-1012 - History of Western Civilization II, 1300-1815 (3)
Students survey the political, economic, and social aspects of important periods in the development of the West from the 1300’s to 1815. Students who have completed HST-1020 cannot receive credit for HST-1012.
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HST-1014 - History of Western Civilization, Since 1815 (3)
Students survey the political, economic, and social aspects of important periods in western civilization from 1815 to the present.
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HST-1016 - Women in Europe (3)
Students study the history of women in the western world exploring legal and economic issues, social and political concerns as they affect and were affected by women in Europe. Discussion of such topics as war and revolution will be framed to ask the question about the role of women, the impact of war on women, their families, and communities. Students who have completed HST-2040 cannot receive credit for HST-1016.
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HST-1017 - History of Race and Racism (3)
Students survey the idea of race and history of racism. They will focus on the emergence of the idea of race and trace the manner in which it has evolved over time. The course examines influences of science, religion, nationalism, politics and economics on the definition of race. Students consider the implications of race by exploring ways in which race has been used to justify slavery, apartheid and the holocaust, as well as current forms of economic, political and social discrimination. Students will use historical documents, news reports, films, documentaries and selected literature from various countries to approach the topic.
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HST-1018 - Ancient Greek and Roman History (3)
Students survey the political, economic and social aspects specific to ancient cultures of Western Civilization from Classic Greece to the fall of the Roman Empire.
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HST-1019 - Medieval Civilization (3)
This course will investigate the history of Europe and near East (500 A.D. to 1400 A.D.) from the breakup of the Roman Empire to the dawn of the Renaissance. It will study the political, economic, social and cultural development of the Middle Ages and how the society arose and interacted in both peace and war. It will investigate such themes as Kingship, Feudalism, East Asian Empires and their interaction with trade in the Middle East and influence into Western Culture, the Three Ordered Triangle, the Crusades and its interaction with the Middle East and their culture, in addition to looking at the Carolingian ruling structure. It will also address such issues as West-East trading contacts, Muslim influences in the Iberian Peninsula and the cultural impact of Islam and its interaction with Western Christianity.
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HST-1031 - The United States to 1877 (3)
Students survey the diplomatic, economic, political, and social history of the United States from the colonial period to the end of Reconstruction. Students who have completed HST-2010 cannot receive credit for HST-1031.
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HST-1032 - The United States Since 1877 (3)
Students survey the diplomatic, economic, political, and social history of the United States from the end of Reconstruction of present. Students who have completed HST-2020 cannot receive credit for HST-1032.
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HST-1034 - History of Women in America (3)
Students examine how changing social, legal, and economic forces have affected women in America. In developing perspectives on the role of women in American history since 1600, students study issues of race, class, and region. Students who have completed HST-2030 cannot receive credit for HST-1034.
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HST-1035 - History of American Warfare (3)
Students survey the history of the American experience in warfare. The course covers the major wars in which the United States fought from colonial times to the present, focusing on the development of the armed forces during periods of peace and war, causes and consequences of war, military strategy, and the political, social and economic impacts of warfare, maintaining the central issue of the American way of war and American attitudes toward warfare.
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HST-1036 - The US and 20th Century World Affairs (3)
Students survey the history of American foreign relations in the 20th century through the study of key domestic and international factors and events. The course examines the relationship between the United States and the world community by evaluating the social, political, economic, military and cultural changes that led to the American Century when the United States became the dominant world power. Students who have completed HST-2050 cannot receive credit for HST-1036.
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HST-1038 - History of Maryland (3)
Students survey the economic, geographical, political, and social aspects of Maryland within the context of American history from founding to present. Students who have completed HST-1900 cannot receive credit for HST-1038.
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HST-1040 - History of Business in America (3)
This course examines the enduring and complex relationship and interplay between American history and American business in the development of this country. Students explore business from an historic perspective in American society through the areas of politics, economics, technology, and culture.
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HST-1050 - The American Experience (3)
Students address the complex issues of diversity and multicultural awareness as part of American culture. Students consider multiple aspects of their language, belief systems, aesthetic expression, method of governance, and, in particular, the great diversity of population. The American experience includes important current and topical issues that are present day concerns to students.
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HST-1060 - History of African Americans (3)
Students survey the cultural, economic, political, and social history of African Americans from the African Kingdoms to the present.
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HST-1070 - History of Africa (3)
Prerequisite: ENG 0900 RDG 0800 ;
Students survey the history of sub-Saharan Africa with particular emphasis on its modern era, a period of profound social, economic, cultural, and political transformation. Importantly, students will gain exposure to the African perspective while examining key historical developments that shaped, and continue to shape, the continent. Notable historical benchmarks covered in the class include the following: ancient African civilizations, the arrival and spread of Islam and Christianity, the development of the global slave system, European colonization, the rise of African nationalism, decolonization, the emergence of independent African states, globalization and the failure of nationalism, and human rights issues, including apartheid, genocide, and the spread of AIDS, to cite a few.
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HST-1072 - History of the Modern Middle East (3)
Students will examine major issues in the political, economic, social, and cultural history of the modern Middle East from the early nineteenth century to the present. Key to this examination will be the exploration of the rise of Islam, the evolution of gender roles, the Israel-Palestine conundrum, the Iranian Revolution, the Iran-Iraq War, the Gulf War, and the rise of terrorism.
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HST-1200 - Topics in History (3)
This course is offered when community or student requests indicate sufficient interest in a specific historical subject which no other course adequately covers. Such topics as the history of particular cultural groups or specific historical eras are possible areas of study. Students should consult semester course offerings for specific listings.
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