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HIM110 - Healthcare Delivery Systems (3-0-3)
Introduces the student to the organization, financing, and delivery of health
care services in the U.S. with a focus on information management practices of
agencies that provide health services in ambulatory care, home health care,
hospice, long-term care, mental health, and other alternate care systems.
Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL 110.
HIM115 - Legal Aspects of Health Information (3-0-3)
Covers all legal aspects of the Health Information Management field, including
the legal principles that govern patient information. Also, court functions,
confidentiality release of information standards, risk/quality management, and
access to health information by various parties along with specialized medical
records. Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL110.
HIM120 - Computers in Healthcare (1-3-2)
Provides concepts and practical approaches for the implementation and management
of technology used to improve the delivery of health care. Topics include tools
and techniques for collecting, storing, and retrieving data: essential concepts
of biomedical computing, an overview of the types of imaging systems and
databases, and security and risk management associated with electronic medical
records. Prerequisite: CIS11
HIM125 - Health Data Content & Structure (3-0-3)
Introduces the systems and processes for collecting, maintaining, and
disseminating primary and secondary health related information. Instruction in
delivery and organizational structure will include content of health record,
documentation requirements, registries, indices, licensing, regulatory agencies,
forms, and screens. Prerequisite: ENGL110.
HIM200 - Health Information Management Practicum I (1-8-3)
This 32-hour practicum provides hands-on experience at an assigned hospital
health information department. Following site guidelines, students will apply
theory and procedures acquired in prerequisite courses to their participation in
medical record filing, retention, and retrieval, record assembly, the admission
process, discharge analysis, and the release of records. Direct supervision is
provided by the clinical professional. Prereq: completion of all HIM first year
courses. Offered Summer after freshman year only.
HIM210 - Health Information Organization & Supervision (3-0-3)
Introduces the principles of organization and supervision in a health information
department. Focuses on specific human resource management functions, including
communication, motivation, teambuilding, budgeting, staff scheduling,
productivity reporting, policy and procedure development, ergonomics, equipment
selection, and marketing health information department services.
HIM215 - Healthcare Registries & Statistics (3-0-3)
Covers medical and hospital census and discharge statistics, the organizations
requiring data and their use of it. Introduces computer abstracting of patient
records and data collection both manually and from computer spreadsheets.
Students learn how measurements and data can be used to balance quality services
and financial viability and how measures can help evaluate and improve
organization, clinical, and financial processes. Prerequisites: +MATH131,
ENGL110, completion of all HIM first-year courses.
HIM220 - Quality Improvement in Healthcare (3-0-3)
A study of the purpose and principles of improving organizational performance
through quality assessment and utilization management. Topics include use of
quality improvement tools; data collection, display, analysis, and report
methods; resource and risk management techniques, clinical critical paths in
case management; and application of accreditation and licensing standards.
Prerequisite: HIM120, HIM125, HIM215, MCOD100, MCOD110- all with a C or better.
HIM225 - Health Information Management Practicum II (1-9-4)
Students will gain 120-hours of practical experience at assigned hospitals,
nursing homes, non-acute health care settings. Students reinforce learning
experiences through class-room presentations, projects and laboratory exercises,
make the transition from theory to practice under the supervision of experienced
practitioners, observe employee relationships, interact with professionals in
the health care field and apply the principles of Health Information Technology.
Prerequisite: HIM220, HIM200, HIM220, MCOD215 all with a C or better.
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HIST120 - Western Civilization through 1500 (3-0-3)
Surveys the development of civilization in the western world from the beginning
of Mesopotamian culture through the Protestant Reformation of the 16th century.
Covers social, political, economic and spiritual forces and patterns which
shaped the eras of western history. Emphasizes history as the record of human
struggle and achievement, change and continuity. (Fulfills Social Science OR
Humanities requirement.) Offered every semester.
HIST130 - Western Civilization-1500 to the Present (3-0-3)
Surveys the development of civilization in the western world from the 16th
century to the present. Covers social, political, economic and spiritual forces
and patterns that shaped the eras of western history. Emphasizes history as the
record of human struggle and achievement, change and continuity. (Fulfills
Social Science OR Humanities requirement.) Offered every semester.
HIST202 - United States History through 1870 (3-0-3)
Examines the political, social, and cultural development of the United States
from settlement to 1870, emphasizing political institutions, sectional rivalry
and slavery, the development of nationalism, and the cultural development of the
American people. The course concludes with the period of Reconstruction.
(Fulfills Social Science requirement.) Offered every semester.
HIST203 - Topics in History (3-0-3)
Examines the political, social, and cultural development of the United States
from settlement to 1870, emphasizing political institutions, sectional rivalry
and slavery, the development of nationalism, and the cultural development of the
American people. The course concludes with the period of Reconstruction.
(Fulfills Social Science requirement.) Offered every semester.
HIST204 - United States History - 1870 to the Present (3-0-3)
Covers the political, social, and cultural development of the United States from
the period following Reconstruction to the present, emphasizing the urban
industrial age, America as a world power, and the challenges to and advances of
human rights and cultural pluralism. (Fulfills Social Science requirement.)
Offered every semester.
HIST205 - History of Russia (3-0-3)
A survey of the history of Russia and the Soviet Union, with emphasis on the
political, economic, and social developments of the 19th century, the revolution
of 1917, the evolution of the Communist state and its collapse. (Fulfills Social
Science requirement.) Offered every spring.
HIST210 - History of China (3-0-3)
A history of China from the Opium Wars to the present; explores the political,
economic, social, and intellectual upheavals that constitute recurrent elements
in Chinese history. (Fulfills Social Science requirement.) Offered every other
fall.
HIST211 - Modern Middle East History (3-0-3)
A survey of the main political, economic, religious, and political currents in
the Middle East, with emphasis on issues and events since World War II,
including the geographic and historical roots of many current issues. Topics
include colonialism, the rise of nationalism, the creation of modern nation
states, and the role of the state in an Islamic society. Also covers the
relationship of the Middle East to the rest of the world, the US in particular.
Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL110 or equivalent, or permission of the
instructor. (Fulfills Social Science requirement.) Offered every fall.
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HUMA105 - Introduction to Music (3-0-3)
An introduction to Western music. The student will listen to, read about, and
discuss the great music of the Middle Ages, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical,
Romantic, and Modern Periods. (Fulfills Humanities requirement.)
HUMA106 - History of American Popular Music (3-0-3)
Provides a historical overview of American popular music, from the mid-19th to the turn of the 21st century, including folk, jazz, ragtime, blues, swing, show music, motion picture music, country, rock & roll, soul, heavy metal, pop, grunge, rap and Latin /African music. Students will be required to listen to music associated with these styles.
(Fulfills Humanities requirement.)
HUMA126 - Introduction to Film (3-0-3)
A historical overview of film from its inception to the present day. Covers
textual elements (such as narrative, characterization, plot, and symbolism), as
well as film’s technical elements (mise-en-scène, cinematography, lighting,
editing, and sound).Emphasis is on film as both cultural artifact and
institution. Also includes major films, developments, genres, directors and
movements, as well as the technical vocabulary needed to interpret, analyze, and
appreciate film. (Fulfills Humanities requirement.) Offered every other spring.
HUMA150 - Critical Thinking I (3-0-3)
A reading, writing, speaking, and listening course that presents the skills and
methods of critical thinking as a way to explore and evaluate ideas. Formative
skills such as distinguishing fact and opinion, making inferences, detecting
biases, reasoning inductively and deductively, and spotting logical fallacies
are introduced sequentially, then applied to analyzing and evaluating selected
readings. Emphasis is on having students develop greater confidence in their
ability to make rational choices about political, moral, and social issues.
(Fulfills Humanities requirement)
HUMA200 - Film and Society (3-0-3)
Covers American film as an expression of American society, emphasizing film as a
reflection of social trends and changes in America. Covers five (minimum) genres
of film: Film Noir, the Western, War films, Science Fiction and Horror films.
The influence of film on social and cultural values will be discussed.
Prerequisites: ENGL110. (Fulfills Humanities requirement.) Offered every other
spring.
HUMA205 - Liberty and Justice: A Humanistic Approach (3-0-3)
Liberty and justice are two concepts dear to the hearts of Westerners (certainly
to Americans), but too often assumed as unquestioned givens. This course
explores the torturous progress of these treasured ideas through the centuries
by studying representative works of literature, history, philosophy, politics,
art and music. Prerequisite: ENGL110. (Fulfills Humanities requirement.) Offered
every other spring.
HUMA210 - The Darker Side of Man (3-0-3)
Students will critically read and discuss from primary sources works, which
reveal the dark side of human nature according to Western tradition. Readings
from literature, poetry, drama, philosophy, history and politics form the core
of the study. Related works in art, music, film as appropriate. One formal
research paper and short papers are due on a weekly basis. (Fulfills Humanities
requirement.) Offered every fall.
HUMA220 - Love in the Western Tradition (3-0-3)
Love as a concept and as an activity consumes much time and space in the history
of the human race. The literary and performing arts consider love as an abiding
theme. The relationship of love to marriage is carefully examined. (Fulfills
Humanities requirement.) Offered every spring.
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HVAC099 - HVAC Exploration (1-0-1)
This course allows students to participate in HVAC laboratories while they are taking preparatory math, English or reading courses. Students will be integrated into the HVAC environment, be assigned an HVAC advisor and will be mentored by other HVAC students. These credits do not count toward graduation requirements.
HVAC111 - Fundamentals of Refrigeration I Theory (3-0-3)
Introduces the principles of heat and its transfer, with emphasis on the
compression cycle and its four major components. Prerequisite/Corequisite:
HVAC113.
HVAC112 - Fundamentals of Refrigeration I Lab (0-3-1)
Covers soldering, silver brazing, flaring, swagging, and use of specialized
tools. Students receive hands-on experience with equipment using manifold
gauges, reading pressure/temperature charts, and learning service procedures.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: HVAC113.
HVAC113 - Related Electricity I (3-3-4)
Theory and lab work on the principles of DC and AC electricity that are
fundamental to the HVAC area. These include: Ohm’s law, series circuits,
parallel circuits, meters, wire gauges, magnetism, AC generation, AC
calculations, and basic electric motor principles.
HVAC114 - Fundamentals of Heating I Theory (3-0-3)
A thorough study of the residential high pressure, gun-type oil burner. Covers
basic combustion theory, how the components of high pressure gun type burners
operate, choosing replacement parts, mechanical troubleshooting, oil tank
installation, advanced combustion theory, and steady-state efficiency testing.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: HVAC113.
HVAC115 - Fundamentals of Heating I Lab (0-3-1)
An in-depth,hands-on course covering the components, component testing,
replacement, maintenance and burner troubleshooting, and steady-state efficiency
testing of residential high pressure, gun-type burners Prerequisite/Corequisite:
HVAC113.
HVAC121 - Fundamentals of Refrigeration II Theory (3-0-3)
A continuation of Fundamentals of Refrigeration I, this course covers electrical circuits, controls and motors necessary for the operation of various residential and small commercial units; components necessary for optimum operation and efficiency; and basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting. Prerequisite: HVAC111.
HVAC122 - Fundamentals of Refrigeration II Lab (0-3-1)
A continuation of HVAC112, this course covers electrical meter testing of
controls, motors and circuits, reading wiring diagrams, troubleshooting, and
repair of various system malfunctions. Prerequisite: HVAC112.
HVAC123 - Related Electricity II (3-3-4)
A continuation of HVAC113 covering electrical circuit controls commonly found in
air conditioning and heating systems. Prerequisite: HVAC113.
HVAC124 - Fundamentals of Heating II Theory (3-0-3)
An in-depth study of residential heating system controls, with topics including
the proper selection, use and theory of operation, maintenance, troubleshooting,
and replacement of heating controls. Their use in steam, warm air, and hot water
systems to achieve comfort and efficiency is also covered. Reading wiring
diagrams is emphasized. Prerequisite: HVAC114.
HVAC125 - Fundamentals of Heating Lab II (0-3-1)
A continuation of Heating Lab I, with topics including control identification,
applications, control system design, troubleshooting, and replacement. The
student designs and installs steam, warm air, and hot water control systems
following relevant codes. Prerequisite: HVAC115.
HVAC211 - Commercial Refrigeration Theory (3-0-3)
Covers system design, selection of proper units, piping size and layout, wiring
controls and troubleshooting. Prerequisites: HVAC121, HVAC122.
HVAC212 - Commercial Refrigeration Lab (0-6-2)
Covers: installation stock list of components and electrical supplies;
installation of commercial units found in small stores, restaurants, and
supermarkets; start-up and charging procedures including use of a charging
cylinder for critically charged units. Prerequisites: HVAC121 and HVAC122.
HVAC213 - Hydronic and Steam Systems Theory (3-0-3)
Topics include heat loss calculation; forced hot water system and steam system
components; piping layout; selection of system components; and problem-solving,
which involves troubleshooting and replacement. Various methods of heating
domestic hot water are also studied. Prerequisite: HVAC124.
HVAC214 - Hydronic and Steam Systems Lab (0-6-2)
An in-depth study of residential forced hot water and steam heating systems. The
student designs and installs a complete hot water system including the piping
arrangement, control system, and method of heating domestic hot water. Forced
hot water skills are emphasized. The student also begins a steam system
installation. Prerequisite: HVAC125.
HVAC221 - Residential and Commercial Air Conditioning and Heat Pumps Theory (3-0-3)
Covers the proper use and understanding of the psychometric chart and its use for
comfort control, and the operation of complicated central unitary and split
systems. Emphasis placed on the special requirements of heat pumps.
Prerequisite: HVAC121 and HVAC122.
HVAC222 - Residential and Commercial Air Conditioning and Heat Pumps Lab (0-6-2)
Covers installation and start-up of central air conditioning systems and heat
pumps; troubleshooting and mechanical/electrical repair of various makes and
models; pricing components and billing procedures. Prerequisites: HVAC121 and
HVAC122.
HVAC223 - Warm Air Systems Theory (3-0-3)
Introduces residential steam and warm air system components, along with methods
of piping and duct layout. Maintenance, troubleshooting, replacement,
alteration, and total system designs are emphasized to help the student learn
the various concepts involved. Prerequisite: HVAC124.
HVAC224 - Warm Air Systems Lab (0-6-2)
A continuation of HVAC214 and covers installation of steam and warm air systems,
layout and make up of ductwork, multi-fuel units, and gas heating. Prerequisite:
HVAC125.
HVAC226 - Air and Water Testing & Balancing (3-0-3
Covers the essential techniques for the testing and balancing of air and water
for HVAC systems, the fundamentals of testing and balancing, including the
mathematics, fan and pump characteristics, and the basic electrical systems.
Also covers: details of fan and pump curves, motor drives, and related
electrical systems; testing and balancing instruments and use, including
measurements and analysis; required TAB procedures, including preliminary air
and hydronic procedures, as well as the TAB required report forms, system
evaluation, and troubleshooting. Prerequisites: HVAC first year courses or three
years experience in the field. MATH111 and MATH131 recommended.
HVAC243 - DDC & Building Controls Automation I (5-0-5
Introduces electronic environmental and industrial control concepts and equipment
to electricians, HVAC technicians, and maintenance personnel. Covers basic
subject matter such as introduction to electronics; solid-state theory and
devices; digital numbering systems; digital logic; and basic theory of analog
and digital control devices and systems. The course then advances to Computer
System architecture; programmable logic controllers; direct digital control for
total energy management systems; electronic controls for HVAC equipment; and
industrial control devices and systems. Intended for students with prior
training in electrical theory and practice with electrical equipment. A review
of basic electrical theory precedes the other subject matter, but this review is
intended as a brief refresher only and not as preparation for the course
material to follow.
HVAC244 - DDC & Building Controls Automation II (3-3-4
An advanced control systems course for students who have taken and passed HVAC
243, this course covers commercial/industrial control systems. Pneumatic,
electrical, and electronic control systems are covered as well as associated
subject matter such as variable frequency motor drives, variable air volume
systems, and heat recovery. The course then focuses on new technology building
control systems. System controller types, analog and digital sensors and
actuators in system configurations, data communications and systems interfacing,
DDC systems strategies and troubleshooting methods and equipment will be covered
in detail. There will be a significant amount of hands-on lab work. Every
attempt is made to keep the material in this course as current as possible. This
is an advanced course and provides the student with the knowledge, ability, and
experience to work confidently with existing control technology and adapt to new
technology as it develops. Prerequisite: HVAC243 with a minimum grade of C or
better.
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