2015-2016 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Understanding Course Requirements
Guilford Technical Community College is committed to student success. The college offers courses for students who need additional academic preparation. GTCC requires that students are proficient in reading, writing, and math or a combination of these basic skills before they can enroll in most college courses.
The following is an alpha-numeric listing of course descriptions for all curriculum programs. A three-letter course prefix identifies the program area in which a course is offered. The three or four digit course number identifies a specific course within a program. The course title introduces the subject matter of a course. The group of numbers to the right of a course title gives, in order of information, the lecture hours per week, laboratory and/or shop hours per week, clinic and/or cooperative work hours per week, and the last digit gives the semester credit hours awarded for successful completion of the course.
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Networking Technology |
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NET 111 Internetwork Arch & Design Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces the physical and logical design of local area networks, wide area networks, and networking devices used in the design implementation and integration. Topics include LAN segmentation, VLANS, IP addressing, router, switch, and server placement with an emphasis on design. Upon completion, students should be able to understand fundamental LAN and WAN design and the physical and logical aspects needed to achieve the design goal. Pre-requisite(s): CIS 282 or NET 110 .
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NET 125 Networking Basics Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces the networking field. Emphasis is placed on network terminology and protocols, local-area networks, wide-area networks, OSI model, cabling, router programming, Ethernet, IP addressing, and network standards. Upon completion, students should be able to perform tasks related to networking mathematics, terminology, and models, media, Ethernet, subnetting, and TCP/IP Protocols. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098 or (EFL 074 , EFL 084 , and EFL 094 )] and (DMA 010 , DMA 020 , DMA 030 , DMA 040 , and DMA 050 ).
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NET 126 Routing Basics Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course focuses on initial router configuration, router software management, routing protocol configuration, TCP/IP, and access control lists (ACLs). Emphasis will be placed on the fundamentals of router configuration, managing router software, routing protocol, and access lists. Upon completion, students should have an understanding of routers and their role in WANs, router configuration, routing protocols, TCP/IP, troubleshooting, and ACLs. Pre-requisite(s): NET 125 .
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NET 130 Convergence Concepts Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course provides an introduction to designing, implementing, and managing data, voice, and multimedia convergence applications. Topics include telephony, converged networks, convergence applications, converged network hardware and architecture, converged network management and converged network security. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the tasks related to converging data, voice and multimedia networks.
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NET 175 Wireless Technology Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces the student to wireless technology and interoperability with different communication protocols. Topics include Wireless Application Protocol (WAP), Wireless Mark-up language (WML), link manager, service discovery protocol, transport layer and frequency band. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss in written and oral form protocols and procedures required for different wireless applications. Pre-requisite(s): NET 110 or NET 125 .
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NET 225 Routing & Switching I Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course focuses on advanced IP addressing techniques, intermediate routing protocols, command-line interface configuration of switches, Ethernet switching, VLANs, STP, and VTP. Emphasis will be placed on application and demonstration of skills acquired in pre-requisite courses. Upon completion, students should be able to perform tasks related to VLSM, routing protocols, switching concepts and configuration, STP, VLANs, and VTP. Pre-requisite(s): NET 126 .
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NET 226 Routing and Switching II Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces WAN theory and design, WAN technology, PPP, Frame Relay, ISDN, and additional case studies. Topics include network congestion problems, TCP/IP transport and network layer protocols, advanced routing and switching configuration, ISDN protocols, PPP encapsulation operations on a router. Upon completion, students should be able to provide solutions for network routing problems, identify ISDN protocols, and describe the Spanning Tree protocol. Pre-requisite(s): NET 225 .
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NET 273 Internetworking Support Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course covers how to baseline and troubleshoot an Internet working environment using routers and switches for multi-protocol client, host and servers. Topics include troubleshooting processes, routing and routed protocols, campus switching; and WAN troubleshooting. Upon completion, students should be able to troubleshoot Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, and Token Ring LANs; and Serial, Frame Relay, and ISDN connections. Pre-requisite(s): NET 226 .
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NET 289 Networking Project Lecture: 1 Lab: 4 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course provides an opportunity to complete a significant networking project from the design phase through implementation with minimal instructor support. Emphasis is placed on project definition, documentation, installation, testing, presentation, and training. Upon completion, students should be able to complete a project from the definition phase through implementation. Co-requisite(s): NET 226 .
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Network Operating Systems |
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NOS 110 Operating System Concepts Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces students to a broad range of operating system concepts, including installation and maintenance. Emphasis is placed on operating system concepts, management, maintenance, and resources required.Upon completion of this course, students will have an understanding of OS concepts, installation, management, maintenance, using a variety of operating systems. Co-requisite(s): CIS 110 .
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NOS 120 Linux/UNIX Single User Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course develops the necessary skills for students to develop both GUI and command line skills for using and customizing a Linux workstation. Topics include Linux file system and access permissions, GNOME Interface, VI editor, X Window System expression pattern matching, I/O redirection, network and printing utilities. Upon completion, students should be able to customize and use Linux systems for command line requirements and desktop productivity roles. Pre-requisite(s): CET 211, CTI 130 , or NOS 110 .
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NOS 130 Windows Single User Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces operating system concepts for single-user systems. Topics include hardware management, file and memory management, system configuration/optimization, and utilities. Upon completion, students should be able to perform operating systems functions at the support level in a single-user environment. Pre-requisite(s): CET 211, CTI 130 or NOS 110 .
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NOS 150 Operating Systems - Mac Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces students to a broad range of Mac operating system concepts, including installation and maintenance. Topics include operating system and application installation, configuration, and usage; file management; networking; user account configuration/management; peripheral device management; system maintenance; security; and troubleshooting. Upon completion, students should be able to perform operating system functions at the support level in a Mac environment.
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NOS 220 Linux/UNIX Admin I Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces the Linux file system, group administration, and system hardware controls. Topics include installation, creation and maintaining file systems, NIS client and DHCP client configuration, NFS, SMB/Samba, Configure X, Gnome, KDE, basic memory, processes, and security. Upon completion, students should be able to perform system administration tasks including installation, configuring and attaching a new Linux workstation to an existing network. Pre-requisite(s): NOS 120 .
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NOS 230 Windows Admin I Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course covers the installation and configuration of a Windows Server operating system. Emphasis is placed on the basic configuration of core network services, Active Directory and group policies. Upon completion, students should be able to install and configure a Windows Server operating system. Pre-requisite(s): NOS 130 .
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NOS 231 Windows Admin II Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course covers the management of a Windows Server operating system. Emphasis is placed on the deployment of print services, network services, Active Directory, group policies and access controls. Upon completion, students should be able to deploy and manage services on a Windows Server operating system. Pre-requisite(s): NOS 230 .
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NOS 232 Windows Admin III Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course covers management and configuration of a highly available Windows Server operating system. Emphasis is placed on the implementation of business continuity and disaster recovery procedures for network services and access controls. Upon completion, students should be able to manage and configure a highly available Windows Server operating system. Pre-requisite(s): NOS 230 .
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Nursing |
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NUR 101 Practical Nursing I Lecture: 7 Lab: 6 Clinic: 6 Credits: 11
This course introduces concepts as related to the practical nurse’s caregiver and discipline-specific roles. Emphasis is placed on the nursing process, legal/ethical/professional issues, wellness/illness patterns, and basic nursing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate beginning understanding of nursing process to promote/maintain/restore optimum health for diverse clients throughout the life span. This is a diploma-level course. Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Practical Nursing Program. Co-requisite(s): BIO 163 .
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NUR 102 Practical Nursing II Lecture: 8 Lab: 0 Clinic: 12 Credits: 12
This course includes more advanced concepts as related to the practical nurse’s caregiver and discipline-specific roles. Emphasis is placed on the nursing process, delegation, cost effectiveness, legal/ethical/professional issues, and wellness/illness patterns. Upon completion, students should be able to begin participating in the nursing process to promote/maintain/restore optimum health for diverse clients throughout the life span. This is a diploma-level course. Pre-requisite(s): NUR 101 .
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NUR 103 Practical Nursing III Lecture: 6 Lab: 0 Clinic: 12 Credits: 10
This course focuses on use of nursing/related concepts by practical nurses as providers of care/members of discipline in collaboration with health team members. Emphasis is placed on the nursing process, wellness/illness patterns, entry-level issues, accountability, advocacy, professional development, evolving technology, and changing health care delivery systems. Upon completion, students should be able to use the nursing process to promote/maintain/restore optimum health for diverse clients throughout the life span. This is a diploma-level course. Pre-requisite(s): NUR 102 .
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NUR 111 Intro to Health Concepts Lecture: 4 Lab: 6 Clinic: 6 Credits: 8
This course introduces the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts within each domain including medication administration, assessment, nutrition, ethics, interdisciplinary teams, informatics, evidence-based practice, individual-centered care, and quality improvement. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Associate Degree Nursing. Co-requisite(s): BIO 165 .
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NUR 112 Health-Illness Concepts Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 6 Credits: 5
This course is designed to further develop the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of acid-base, metabolism, cellular regulation, oxygenation, infection, stress/coping, health-wellness-illness, communication, caring interventions, managing care, safety, quality improvement, and informatics. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. Pre-requisite(s): NUR 111 .
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NUR 113 Family Health Concepts Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 6 Credits: 5
This course is designed to further develop the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of oxygenation, sexuality, reproduction, grief/loss, mood/affect, behaviors, development, family, health-wellness-illness, communication, caring interventions, managing care, safety, and advocacy. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. Pre-requisite(s): NUR 111 . Co-requisite(s): PSY 241 and BIO 166 .
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NUR 114 Holistic Health Concepts Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 6 Credits: 5
This course is designed to further develop the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of cellular regulation, perfusion, inflammation, sensory perception, stress/coping, mood/affect, cognition, self, violence, health-wellness-illness, professional behaviors, caring interventions, and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. Pre-requisite(s): NUR 111 .
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NUR 211 Health Care Concepts Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 6 Credits: 5
This course is designed to further develop the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of cellular regulation, perfusion, infection, immunity, mobility, comfort, behaviors, health-wellness-illness, clinical decision-making, caring interventions, managing care, and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. Pre-requisite(s): NUR 111 .
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NUR 212 Health System Concepts Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 6 Credits: 5
This course is designed to further develop the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of grief/loss, violence, health-wellness-illness, collaboration, managing care, safety, advocacy, legal issues, policy, healthcare systems, ethics, accountability, and evidence-based practice. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. Pre-requisite(s): NUR 111 .
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NUR 213 Complex Health Concepts Lecture: 4 Lab: 3 Clinic: 15 Credits: 10
This course is designed to assimilate the concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of fluid/electrolytes, metabolism, perfusion, mobility, stress/coping, violence, health-wellness-illness, professional behaviors, caring interventions, managing care, healthcare systems, and quality improvement. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to provide quality, individualized, entry level nursing care. Pre-requisite(s): NUR 111 . Co-requisite(s): NUR 112 , NUR 113 , NUR 114 , NUR 211 , and NUR 212 .
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NUR 214 Nsg Transition Concepts Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 3 Credits: 4
This course is designed to introduce concepts within the three domains of the individual, healthcare, and nursing as the LPN transitions to the ADN role. Emphasis is placed on the concepts within each domain including evidenced- based practice, quality improvement, communication, safety, interdisciplinary team, clinical decision-making, informatics, assessment, caring, and health-wellness-illness. Upon completion, students should be able to provide safe nursing care incorporating the concepts identified in this course. Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Associate Degree Nursing for Returning LPNs.
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Office Administration |
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OST 131 Keyboarding Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
This course covers basic keyboarding skills. Emphasis is placed on the touch system, correct techniques, and development of speed and accuracy. Upon completion, students should be able to key at an acceptable speed and accuracy level using the touch system.
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OST 132 Keyboard Skill Building Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
This course is designed to increase speed and improve accuracy in keyboarding. Emphasis is placed on diagnostic tests to identify accuracy and speed deficiencies followed by corrective drills. Upon completion, students should be able to keyboard rhythmically with greater accuracy and speed. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in OST 131 or demonstrated proficiency.
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OST 136 Word Processing Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course is designed to introduce word processing concepts and applications. Topics include preparation of a variety of documents and mastery of specialized software functions. Upon completion, students should be able to work effectively in a computerized word processing environment.
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OST 137 Office Software Applications Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces the concepts and functions of software that meets the changing needs of the community. Emphasis is placed on the terminology and use of software through a hands-on approach. Upon completion, students should be able to use software in a business environment.
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OST 138 Advanced Software Applications Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course is designed to improve the proficiency in the utilization of software applications used in business offices through a hands-on approach. Emphasis is placed on in-depth usage of software to create a variety of documents applicable to current business environments. Upon completion, students should be able to master the skills required to design documents that can be customized using the latest software applications. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in OST 137 , CIS 110 , or CIS 111 .
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OST 141 Medical Terms I - Medical Office Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course uses a language-structure approach to present the terminology and vocabulary that will be encountered in medical office settings. Topics include word parts that relate to systemic components, conditions, pathology, and disorder remediation in approximately one-half of the systems of the human body. Upon completion, students should be able to relate words to systems, pluralize, define, pronounce, and construct sentences with the included terms.
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OST 142 Medical Terms II - Medical Office Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course is a continuation of OST 141 and continues the study, using a language-structure approach, of medical office terminology and vocabulary. Topics include word parts that relate to systemic components, conditions, pathology, and disorder remediation in the remaining systems of the human body. Upon completion, students should be able to relate words to systems, pluralize, define, pronounce, and construct sentences with the included terms. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in OST 141 .
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OST 148 Medical Coding, Billing, & Insurance Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces fundamentals of medical coding, billing, and insurance. Emphasis is placed on the medical billing cycle to include third party payers, coding concepts, and form preparation. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the life cycle of and accurately complete a medical insurance claim.
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OST 149 Medical Legal Issues Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces the complex legal, moral, and ethical issues involved in providing health-care services. Emphasis is placed on the legal requirements of medical practices; the relationship of physician, patient, and office personnel; professional liabilities; and medical practice liability. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of current medical law and accepted ethical behavior.
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OST 153 Office Finance Solutions Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
This course introduces basic bookkeeping concepts. Topics include entering data in accounts payable and receivable, keeping petty cash records, maintaining inventory, reconciling bank statements, running payroll, and generating simple financial reports. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the entry and manipulation of data to provide financial solutions for the office.
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OST 164 Text Editing Applications Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course provides a comprehensive study of editing skills needed in the workplace. Emphasis is placed on grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, proofreading, and editing. Upon completion, students should be able to use reference materials to compose and edit text. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 096 or (EFL 074 , EFL 084 , and EFL 094 ).
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OST 165 Adv. Text Editing Applications Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course is designed to develop proficiency in advanced editing skills needed in the office environment. Emphasis is placed on the application of creating effective electronic office documents. Upon completion, students should be able to apply advanced editing skills to compose text. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in OST 164 .
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OST 181 Introduction to Office Systems Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces the skills and abilities needed in today’s office. Topics include effectively interacting with co-workers and the public, processing simple financial and informational documents, and performing functions typical of today’s offices. Upon completion, students should be able to display skills and decision-making abilities essential for functioning in the total office context.
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OST 184 Records Management Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course includes the creation, maintenance, protection, security, and disposition of records stored in a variety of media forms. Topics include alphabetic, geographic, subject, and numeric filing methods. Upon completion, students should be able to set up and maintain a records management system.
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OST 188 Issues in Office Technology Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
This course is designed to develop critical thinking skills concerning roles in business and how these contribute to society. Topics include an examination of social, racial, and gender issues and how they affect self-identity. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of social issues in written and oral assignments.
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OST 233 Office Publications Design Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course provides entry-level skills in using software with desktop publishing capabilities. Topics include principles of page layout, desktop publishing terminology and applications, and legal and ethical considerations of software use. Upon completion, students should be able to design and produce professional business documents and publications. Pre-requisite(s): OST 136 .
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OST 236 Adv Word/ Information Pro Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course develops proficiency in the utilization of advanced word/information processing functions. Emphasis is placed on advanced word processing features. Upon completion, students should be able to produce a variety of complex business documents. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in OST 136 .
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OST 243 Medical Office Simulation Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces medical systems used to process information in the automated office. Topics include traditional and electronic information resources, storing and retrieving information, and the billing cycle. Upon completion, students should be able to use the computer accurately to schedule, bill, update, and make corrections. Pre-requisite(s): OST 148 .
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OST 247 Procedure Coding Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
This course provides in-depth coverage of procedural coding. Emphasis is placed on CPT and HCPCS coding systems. Upon completion, students should be able to properly code procedures and services performed in a medical facility. Pre-requisite(s): (OST 148 or HMT 210 ) and (MED 121 or OST 141 ).
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OST 248 Diagnostic Coding Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
This course provides an in-depth study of diagnostic coding. Emphasis is placed on ICD coding system. Upon completion, students should be able to properly code diagnoses in a medical facility. Pre-requisite(s): (OST 148 or HMT 210 ) and (MED 121 or OST 141 ).
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OST 249 CPC Certification Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 4
This course provides instruction that will prepare students to sit for the American Association of Professional Coders (AAPC) CPC Exam. Topics include diagnostic and procedural coding. Upon completion, students should be able to sit for the AAPC CPC Exam. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in OST 247 and OST 248 .
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OST 281 Emerging Issues in Medical Office Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course provides a comprehensive discussion of topics familiar to the health care setting. Topics include emerging issues in the health care setting. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of current medical office procedures and treatments. Emphasis is placed on Advanced reimbursement and revenue functions such as, claims auditing, appeals processes, commercial insurance and government payers. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in OST 247 and OST 248 .
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OST 284 Emerging Technologies Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
This course provides opportunities to explore emerging technologies. Emphasis is placed on identifying, researching, and presenting current technological topics for class consideration and discussion. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the importance of keeping abreast of technological changes that affect the office professional. Pre-requisite(s): OST 137 .
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OST 286 Professional Development Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course covers the personal competencies and qualities needed to project a professional image in the office. Topics include interpersonal skills, health lifestyles, appearance, attitude, personal and professional growth, multicultural awareness, and professional etiquette. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate these attributes in the classroom, office, and society.
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OST 289 Administrative Office Management Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course provides a capstone course for the office professional and provides a working knowledge of modern office procedures. Emphasis is placed on scheduling, telephone procedures, travel arrangements, event planning, office design, and ergonomics. Upon completion, students should be able to adapt in an office environment. Pre-requisite(s): OST 164 , OST 181 and (OST 134 or OST 136 ).
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Process Control Instrumentation |
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PCI 162 Instrumentation Controls Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course surveys industrial process control instrumentation concepts, devices, and systems. Topics include process control devices and process control applications associated with industrial instrumentation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the various industrial process control and instrumentation systems. Pre-requisite(s): ELC 111 , ELC 112 , or ELC 131 .
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Physical Education |
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PED 110 Fit and Well for Life Lecture: 1 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
This course is designed to investigate and apply the basic concepts and principles of lifetime physical fitness and other health-related factors. Emphasis is placed on wellness through the study of nutrition, weight control, stress management, and consumer facts on exercise and fitness. Upon completion, students should be able to plan a personal, lifelong fitness program based on individual needs, abilities, and interests. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Pre-requisite(s): DRE 098 or (EFL 074 , EFL 084 , and EFL 094 ).
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PED 111 Physical Fitness I Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course provides an individualized approach to physical fitness utilizing the five major components. Emphasis is placed on the scientific basis for setting up and engaging in personalized physical fitness programs. Upon completion, students should be able to set up and implement an individualized physical fitness program. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 112 Physical Fitness II Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course is an intermediate-level fitness class. Topics include specific exercises contributing to fitness and the role exercise plays in developing body systems. Upon completion, students should be able to implement and evaluate an individualized physical fitness program. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Pre-requisite(s): PED 111 .
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PED 113 Aerobics I Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course introduces a program of cardiovascular fitness involving continuous, rhythmic exercise. Emphasis is placed on developing cardiovascular efficiency, strength, and flexibility and on safety precautions. Upon completion, students should be able to select and implement a rhythmic aerobic exercise program. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 114 Aerobics II Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course provides a continuation of a program of cardiovascular fitness involving rhythmic exercise. Emphasis is placed on a wide variety of aerobic activities which include cardiovascular efficiency, strength, and flexibility. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in and design a rhythmic aerobic exercise routine. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Pre-requisite(s): PED 113 .
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PED 117 Weight Training I Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course introduces the basics of weight training. Emphasis is placed on developing muscular strength, muscular endurance, and muscle tone. Upon completion, students should be able to establish and implement a personal weight training program. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 118 Weight Training II Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course covers advanced levels of weight training. Emphasis is placed on meeting individual training goals and addressing weight training needs and interests. Upon completion, students should be able to establish and implement an individualized advanced weight training program. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Pre-requisite(s): PED 117 .
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PED 119 Circuit Training Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course covers the skills necessary to participate in a developmental fitness program. Emphasis is placed on the circuit training method which involves a series of conditioning timed stations arranged for maximum benefit and variety. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and appreciate the role of circuit training as a means to develop fitness. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 120 Walking for Fitness Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course introduces fitness through walking. Emphasis is placed on stretching, conditioning exercises, proper clothing, fluid needs, and injury prevention. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in a recreational walking program. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 121 Walk, Jog, Run Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course covers the basic concepts involved in safely and effectively improving cardiovascular fitness. Emphasis is placed on walking, jogging, or running as a means of achieving fitness. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and appreciate the benefits derived from these activities. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 122 Yoga I Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course introduces the basic discipline of yoga. Topics include proper breathing, relaxation techniques, and correct body positions. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the procedures of yoga. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 123 Yoga II Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course introduces more detailed aspects of the discipline of yoga. Topics include breathing and physical postures, relaxation, and mental concentration. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate advanced procedures of yoga. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Pre-requisite(s): PED 122 .
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PED 128 Golf - Beginning Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course emphasizes the fundamentals of golf. Topics include the proper grips, stance, alignment, swings for the short and long game, putting, and the rules and etiquette of golf. Upon completion, students should be able to perform the basic golf shots and demonstrate a knowledge of the rules and etiquette of golf. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 129 Golf - Intermediate Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course covers the more advanced phases of golf. Emphasis is placed on refining the fundamental skills and learning more advanced phases of the games such as club selection, trouble shots, and course management. Upon completion, students should be able demonstrate the knowledge and ability to play a recreational round of golf. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Pre-requisite(s): PED 128 .
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PED 139 Bowling - Beginning Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course introduces the fundamentals of bowling. Emphasis is placed on ball selection, grips, stance, and delivery along with rules and etiquette. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in recreational bowling. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 140 Bowling - Intermediate Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course covers more advanced bowling techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining basic skills and performing advanced shots, spins, pace, and strategy. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in competitive bowling. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Pre-requisite(s): PED 139 .
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PED 143 Volleyball - Beginning Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course covers the fundamentals of volleyball. Emphasis is placed on the basics of serving, passing, setting, spiking, blocking, and the rules and etiquette of volleyball. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in recreational volleyball. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 144 Volleyball - Intermediate Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course covers more advanced volleyball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in competitive volleyball. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Pre-requisite(s): PED 143 .
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PED 145 Basketball-Beginning Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course covers the fundamentals of basketball. Emphasis is placed on skill development, knowledge of the rules, and basic game strategy. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in recreational basketball. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 146 Basketball-Intermediate Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course covers more advanced basketball techniques. Emphasis is placed on refining skills and developing more advanced strategies and techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to play basketball at a competitive level. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Pre-requisite(s): PED 145 .
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PED 148 Softball Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course introduces the fundamental skills and rules of softball. Emphasis is placed on proper techniques and strategies for playing softball. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in recreational softball. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 152 Swimming - Beginning Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course is designed for non-swimmers and beginners. Emphasis is placed on developing confidence in the water, learning water safety, acquiring skills in floating, and learning elementary strokes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate safety skills and be able to tread water, back float, and use the crawl stroke for 20 yards. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 153 Swimming - Intermediate Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course is designed for those who have mastered basic swimming skills. Emphasis is placed on refining basic skills and learning new swim strokes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the four basic strokes, the scissors kick, the underwater swim, and other related skills. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Pre-requisite(s): PED 152 .
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PED 154 Swimming for Fitness Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course introduces lap swimming, aquacises, water activities, and games. Emphasis is placed on increasing cardiovascular efficiency through aquatic exercise. Upon completion, students should be able to develop an individualized aquatic fitness program. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 155 Water Aerobics Lecture: 0 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course introduces rhythmic aerobic activities performed in water. Emphasis is placed on increasing cardiovascular fitness levels, muscular strength, muscular endurance, and flexibility. Upon completion, students should be able to participate in an individually-paced exercise program. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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PED 240 Advanced PE Skills Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course provides those who have mastered skills in a particular physical education area the opportunity to assist with instruction. Emphasis is placed on methods of instruction, class organization, and progressive skill development. Upon completion, students should be able to design, develop, and implement a unit lesson plan for a skill they have mastered. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Pre-requisite(s): Demonstrated advanced skills in the specific area of physical education.
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Philosophy |
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PHI 210 History of Philosophy Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces fundamental philosophical issues through an historical perspective. Emphasis is placed on such figures as Plato, Aristotle, Lao-Tzu, Confucius, Augustine, Aquinas, Descartes, Locke, Kant, Wollstonecraft, Nietzsche, and Sartre. Upon completion, students should be able to identify and distinguish among the key positions of the philosophers studied. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in ENG 111 .
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PHI 215 Philosophical Issues Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces fundamental issues in philosophy considering the views of classical and contemporary philosophers. Emphasis is placed on knowledge and belief, appearance and reality, determinism and free will, faith and reason, and justice and inequality. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, analyze, and critique the philosophical components of an issue. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in ENG 111 .
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PHI 240 Introduction to Ethics Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces theories about the nature and foundations of moral judgments and applications to contemporary moral issues. Emphasis is placed on utilitarianism, rule-based ethics, existentialism, relativism versus objectivism, and egoism. Upon completion, students should be able to apply various ethical theories to individual moral issues such as euthanasia, abortion, crime and punishment, and justice. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. Pre-requisite(s): C or better in ENG 111 .
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PHM 110 Introduction to Pharmacy Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces pharmacy practice and the technician’s role in a variety of pharmacy settings. Topics include medical terminology and abbreviations, drug delivery systems, law and ethics, prescription and medication orders, and the health care system. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the role of pharmacy technicians, read and interpret drug orders, describe quality assurance, and utilize pharmacy references. Pre-requisite(s): Enrollment in the Pharmacy Technology Program.
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PHM 111 Pharmacy Practice I Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 4
This course provides instruction in the technical procedures for preparing and dispensing drugs in the hospital and retail settings under supervision of a registered pharmacist. Topics include drug packaging and labeling, out-patient dispensing, hospital dispensing procedures, controlled substance procedures, inventory control, and non-sterile compounding. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic supervised dispensing techniques in a variety of pharmacy settings. Pre-requisite(s): Enrollment in the Pharmacy Technology Program. Co-requisite(s): PHM 110 and PHM 115 .
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PHM 115 Pharmacy Calculations Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course provides an introduction to the metric, avoirdupois, and apothecary systems of measurement and the calculations used in pharmacy practice. Topics include ratio and proportion, dosage determinations, percentage preparations, reducing and enlarging formulas, dilution and concentration, aliquots, specific gravity and density, and flow rates. Upon completion, students should be able to correctly perform calculations required to properly prepare a medication order. Pre-requisite(s): (DMA 010 , DMA 020 , DMA 030 , DMA 040 , and DMA 050 ) and enrollment in the Pharmacy Technology Program.
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PHM 115A Pharmacy Calculations Lab Lecture: 0 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 1
This course provides an opportunity to practice and perform calculations encountered in pharmacy practice. Emphasis is placed on ratio and proportion, dosage calculations, percentage, reduction/enlargement formulas, aliquots, flow rates, and specific gravity/density. Upon completion, students should be able to perform the calculations required to properly prepare a medication order. Co-requisite(s): PHM 115 .
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PHM 118 Sterile Products Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 4
This course provides an introduction to intravenous admixture preparation and other sterile products, including total parenteral nutrition and chemotherapy. Topics include aseptic techniques; facilities, equipment, and supplies utilized in admixture preparation; incompatibility and stability; laminar flow hoods; immunizations and irrigation solutions; and quality assurance. Upon completion, students should be able to describe and demonstrate the steps involved in preparation of intermittent and continuous infusions, total parenteral nutrition, and chemotherapy. Pre-requisite(s): PHM 110 and PHM 111 .
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PHM 120 Pharmacology I Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course introduces the study of the properties, effects, and therapeutic value of the primary agents in the major drug categories. Topics include nutritional products, blood modifiers, hormones, diuretics, cardiovascular agents, respiratory drugs, and gastrointestinal agents. Upon completion, students should be able to place major drugs into correct therapeutic categories and identify indications, side effects, and trade and generic names. Pre-requisite(s): Enrollment in the Pharmacy Technology Program.
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PHM 125 Pharmacology II Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course provides a continuation of the study of the properties, effects, and therapeutic value of the primary agents in the major drug categories. Topics include autonomic and central nervous system agents, anti-inflammatory agents, and anti-infective drugs. Upon completion, students should be able to place major drugs into correct therapeutic categories and identify indications, side effects, and trade and generic names. Pre-requisite(s): PHM 120 .
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PHM 132 Pharmacy Clinical Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Clinic: 6 Credits: 2
This course provides an opportunity to work in pharmacy settings under a pharmacist’s supervision. Emphasis is placed on effective communication with personnel, developing proper employee attitude, and dispensing of medications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of pharmacy operations, utilize references, dispense medications, prepare patient charges, and efficiently operate computers. Pre-requisite(s): PHM 111 .
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PHM 134 Pharmacy Clinical Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Clinic: 12 Credits: 4
This course provides an opportunity to work in pharmacy settings under a pharmacist’s supervision. Emphasis is placed on effective communication with personnel, developing proper employee attitude, and dispensing of medications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of pharmacy operations, utilize references, dispense medications, prepare patient charges, and efficiently operate computers.
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PHM 138 Pharmacy Clinical Lecture: 0 Lab: 0 Clinic: 24 Credits: 8
This course provides an opportunity to work in pharmacy settings under a pharmacist’s supervision. Emphasis is placed on effective communication with personnel, developing proper employee attitude, and dispensing of medications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of pharmacy operations, utilize references, dispense medications, prepare patient charges, and efficiently operate computers.
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PHM 140 Trends in Pharmacy Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
This course covers the major issues, trends, and concepts in contemporary pharmacy practice. Topics include professional ethics, continuing education, job placement, and the latest developments in pharmacy technician practice. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of the topics discussed.
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PHM 150 Hospital Pharmacy Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 4
This course provides an in-depth study of hospital pharmacy practice. Topics include hospital organizational structure, committee functions, utilization of reference works, purchasing and inventory control, drug delivery systems, and intravenous admixture preparation. Upon completion, students should be able to explain hospital organization/committee functions, interpret and enter patient orders, fill unit-dose cassettes, and prepare intravenous admixtures. Co-requisite(s): PHM 118 .
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PHM 155 Community Pharmacy Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course covers the operational procedures relating to retail pharmacy. Emphasis is placed on a general knowledge of over-the-counter products, prescription processing, business/inventory management, and specialty patient services. Upon completion, students should be able to provide technical assistance and support to the retail pharmacist.
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PHM 160 Pharmacy Dosage Forms Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course is a study of pharmaceutical dosage forms and considerations in their manufacture. Topics include bioavailability, routes of administration, tablets, capsules, solutions, syrups, suspensions, elixirs, aerosols, transdermals, topicals, ophthalmics, otics, and other dosage forms. Upon completion, students should be able to describe the characteristics of the major dosage forms and explain how these characteristics affect the action of the drug.
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PHM 165 Pharmacy Professional Practice Lecture: 2 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 2
This course provides a general overview of all aspects of pharmacy technician practice. Emphasis is placed on pharmacy law, calculations, compounding, pharmacology, and pharmacy operations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the areas required for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination.
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PHM 265 Professional Issues Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course provides a comprehensive discussion of topics common to the practice of the pharmacy technician. Emphasis is placed on application of professional competencies including legal/ethical issues, leadership/management concepts and employability skills. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in pharmacy workplace skills and leadership/management roles. Pre-requisite(s): PHM 165 .
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PHY 110 Conceptual Physics Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3
This course provides a conceptually-based exposure to the fundamental principles and processes of the physical world. Topics include basic concepts of motion, forces, energy, heat, electricity, magnetism, and the structure of matter and the universe. Upon completion, students should be able to describe examples and applications of the principles studied. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Natural Science. This is a Universal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC) course. Co-requisite(s): PHY 110A .
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