2021-2022 Catalog and Student Handbook

May 10, 2024

2021-2022 Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

The following course descriptions are intended to briefly describe the nature of each of the courses. For more complete information, departments or faculty can provide specific course syllabuses.

In addition to these hours, students are expected to complete homework assignments on their own time. These assignments may include library research, computer utilization, field trips, cultural performances, and other instructional activities.

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Graphic Technology
	GRC 156 - Design with Illustrator Credits: 3 Description Thorough exploration of a bézier-curve based application as a professional illustration and design tool. Hands-on projects using Adobe Illustrator. Student Learning Outcomes Develop thumbnails and sketches for idea development. Interpret project specifications for graphic design. Develop designs and layouts with industry-standard vector software that adhere to proper design practice. Assemble designs with vector graphics by selecting and applying appropriate tools, techniques, and methods. Prerequisite: GRC 103
	GRC 158 - Cartooning Credits: 3 Description Cartooning characters, newspaper comics, editorials, caricatures, and mascots denoting humorous people and situations. Student Learning Outcomes Create a pen-and-ink cartoon character. Develop a newspaper comic strip. Create a pen-an-ink caricature. Compose a pen-and-ink editorial cartoon. Create a pen-and-ink mascot for an advertisement. Construct a full-color (water color) cartoon. Compare different cartooning styles of professional cartoonists. Assemble designs with vector graphics by selecting and applying appropriate tools, techniques, and methods. Prerequisite: None
	GRC 165 - Digital Painting Credits: 3 Description The design and development of digital paintings for artistic expression and places of business. Working methods are examined through class demonstrations, discussions, readings, and projects using a variety of digital painting mediums and current technologies as tools. Student Learning Outcomes Validate ideas, problems, and solutions through the medium of conceptual sketching, formal expression, and class discussions. Develop and implement a project that illustrates traditional painting techniques, focused on aerial perspective, light, shadow, value, tone, color, line, form, pattern, and texture, with emphasis on proficiency and skill in practice. Demonstrate an understanding of the digital tools, techniques, and methods necessary to produce basic shapes and anatomical forms, in correct proportions. Evaluate digital painting in the context of art history and theory. Design and implement digital paintings and illustrations for integration into print, Web, and mobile environments, and distributed through diverse technology platforms. Articulate the meaning of personal work and the work of others in the context of the graphic communications industry, popular culture, globalization, and emerging trends. Prerequisite: GRC 103
	GRC 175 - Web Design I Credits: 3 Description Designing and developing websites using HTML, CSS, and software production tools. Emphasis on the design, usability, and features of website development and production processes. Student Learning Outcomes Develop websites that adhere to industry and design standards. Summarize the syntax of HTML and CSS, and use a variety of strategies and tools to create websites. Evaluate the production process, software, and skills needed for entry into professional web design. Create animated and interactive web content. Prerequisite: GRC 103
	GRC 179 - Multimedia Design and Production I Credits: 3 Description Overview of Multimedia design and development. Emphasis on how to design real world interactive projects that combine text, graphics, animation, audio, video, and more. Hands-on projects using popular multimedia authoring software for publishing to CD, DVD, and the Web. Student Learning Outcomes List, define, and describe the terminology and concepts related to multimedia design and development. Understand the multimedia production process including how to create a flowchart, storyboard, and popular publishing options. Import graphics, animation, audio, and video files into a multimedia project. Use the tools and features of a popular multimedia authoring program to produce CD, DVD, and Web-based multimedia projects. Add basic interactivity to multimedia projects using a popular multimedia scripting language. Produce a real world multimedia project for a client. Prerequisite: GRC 119
	GRC 183 - Design with Photoshop Credits: 3 Description Thorough exploration of continuous tone images and bitmap graphics using Adobe Photoshop. Hands-on projects working with digital photographs, image correction, manipulation, compositing, scanning and illustrative design. Explores the tools and features of the industry standard application. Student Learning Outcomes Modify, enhance, retouch and adjust raster images for proper appearance and specifications. Import images with flatbed scanners. Produce industry-specific projects using appropriate and correct tools and methods in Photosohp. Assess the print-readiness of an image. Manipulate multiple graphic formats. Prepare Photoshop documents for use in page layout software. Prerequisite: GRC 103
	GRC 185 - Computer Animation I Credits: 3 Description Beginning 3D animation for multimedia, including modeling, lighting, rendering, and project management. Emphasis on creating content for multimedia, importing 3D files into common authoring programs and publishing to the Web. Student Learning Outcomes Describe the differences between traditional, 2D and 3D computer animation. Demonstrate storyboarding, flowcharting, and other planning techniques. Describe the animation production process and the associated production tasks. Model, animate and render short 3D animations. Export 3D animations for use with other programs and for the web. Prerequisite: GRC 119
	GRC 188 - Web Animation I Credits: 3 Description Creating and publishing animations for the web using industry standard software. Students create multimedia content incorporating graphics, animations, audio, and video. Student Learning Outcomes Create animations that are viewable on the web at the introductory level. Develop multimedia incorporating graphics, animations, audio, and video. Evaluate concepts of animation and apply them using frame rates, key frames, and generating intermediate frames. Produce a web animation that meets industry-standard requirements. Prerequisite: None
	GRC 205 - History of Design Credits: 3 Description An introduction to the evolution of design with emphasis on acquiring knowledge of the basic visual and conceptual skills necessary for understanding the relationship among design, its audience, contexts, and technology. Student Learning Outcomes Summarize the relationship between design and its audience. Relate the individuals and events that shaped the direction of design. Outline the new developments that shaped and changed graphic design through time including technological advances. Compare major design movements and concepts. Compare art and design history through presentations and lectures. Analyze differences in cultural backgrounds and geography and how to apply this awareness to the field of design. Prerequisite: GRC 101 and GRC 103 and GRC 104 and GRC 107
	GRC 207 - Intermediate Design Credits: 3 Description Basic design concepts, principles, and methodology for effective visual communications in print and multimedia. Class projects involve using the computer exclusively as the tool for preparing design materials and/or as the final medium. Student Learning Outcomes Research necessary industry, market and client elements to successfully complete a project. Develop design solutions through thumbnails, roughs, and comprehensive layouts. Formulate a solution to a design problem which communicates the purpose and intent of a message to a specific audience. Critique design work for aesthetic and function. Prepare oral presentations of design work (Human Relations). Prerequisite: GRC 104 and GRC 107 and. GRC 119 and GRC 140 and 156 and 183
	GRC 256 - Advanced Design with Illustrator Credits: 3 Description Advanced digital illustration techniques with emphasis on special projects and graphic solutions using Adobe Illustrator. Students learn techniques that enable and support the application of art and design theories, visual storytelling, the semiotics of visual representations, and other approaches to practice. Student Learning Outcomes Develop original design solutions from project specifications with attention to contemporary design and artistic expression in a group setting. Produce digital products using current illustration software with emphasis on contemporary art and design theories, visual storytelling, and other approaches to practice. Develop and apply an understanding of vector graphics, including advanced treatments in the manipulation of line and layout, text and color, meshes and masks, composition and special effects, and successfully communicate concepts in a style that reflects an understanding of the illustration industry and prepares students to design and execute their own illustrations for a client. Utilize the digital tools, techniques, and working methods necessary to produce one-point, two-point, and multi-point perspectives, and data visualizations. Develop digital illustrations to be integrated into print, Web, and mobile environments. Explain digital illustrations in the context of the graphic communications industry, popular culture, globalization, and emerging trends. Prerequisite: GRC 156
	GRC 275 - Web Design II Credits: 3 Description Intermediate to advanced techniques for designing and developing websites using HTML and CSS. Continued study of design and usability to produce real world projects. Emphasis on site production process, project management, interactive CSS techniques, search engine optimization, and more. Student Learning Outcomes Develop websites that adhere to industry and design standards. Create web pages utilizing a variety of strategies and tools that demonstrate an intermediate to advanced competency of HTML and CSS. Summarize the production process, software, and skills needed for entry into professional web design. Produce standards-based websites that are accessible and include interactive web content. Incorporate Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) to style web pages in compliance with best practices. Incorporate web usability and marketing techniques to a web site, including accessibility, validation, and search engine optimization. Prerequisite: GRC 175
	GRC 276 - Web Design III Credits: 3 Description Designing and developing interactive websites using advanced HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Advanced technologies and methodologies will be covered. Emphasis on the design, usability, and features of website development and production processes. Student Learning Outcomes Develop websites that adhere to industry and design standards. Create web pages utilizing a variety of strategies and tools that demonstrate advanced competency of HTML and CSS. Summarize the production process, software, and skills needed for entry into professional web design. Produce professional websites that are accessible and include interactive web content. Incorporate a web accessible database. Prerequisite: GRC 275
	GRC 278 - Advanced Design and Production Credits: 3 Description Apply visual communication solutions to business communications needs for real client project demands and deadlines, demonstrating advanced design theory, presentation, file preparation, and industry-standard design and print production workflow skills. Student Learning Outcomes Interpret key information from clients and establish an appropriate creative project work plan. Create a portfolio with emphasis on ideation, and conceptual process from R&D to final concept and presentation. Produce a creative presentation while adapting to client concerns and strategic insights/oversights. Incorporate effective oral and written communication skills. Prepare digital files for press-ready output. Assemble custom layout file with accurate specifications for printing, cutting and foliding. Incorporate all steps in the graphic communications workflow. Prerequisite: GRC 140 and GRC 156 and GRC 183 and GRC 207
	GRC 286 - Digital Video Post-Production Credits: 3 Description Creating and publishing motion graphics using popular video post production software. Students learn to author motion graphics combining graphics, text, animation, audio, video and more. Students create and publish highly visual programs usable with digital video, common authoring programs, and the web. Student Learning Outcomes Describe the basic concepts of motion graphics including timeline, X/Y/Z location, keyframing, animation, audio, and video. Produce key frame animations demonstrating tweening. Perform various importing techniques of commonly supported file formats including popular video codecs. Create engaging visual productions using common composting techniques for motion graphics. Export completed projects to popular viewing formats including publishing to video, DVD, and the Web. Prerequisite: VID 115B
	GRC 288 - Web Animation II Credits: 3 Description Intermediate and advanced techniques for creating animations for the web using industry standard software. Students create multimedia content incorporating graphics, animations, interactivity, audio, and video. Student Learning Outcomes Create animations that are viewable on the web at the intermediate level. Develop advanced multimedia incorporating graphics, animations, user interactivity, audio, and video. Evaluate concepts of animation in terms of the use of frame rates, key frames, and generating intermediate frames. Produce a web animation utilizing various techniques for creating industry-standard web animations. Prerequisite: GRC 188
	GRC 289 - Special Projects in Graphic Communications Credits: 1-3 Description Students work on individual design and communications projects under the direction of a faculty advisor; projects, provided by real world businesses and organizations, relate to the student’s selected major emphasis. Student Learning Outcomes Produce a body of work representative of the students abilities. Prerequisite: 21 GRC course credits
	GRC 290 - Internship in Graphic Communications Credits: 1-8 Description Supervised work experience within a selected graphic communications firm, dependent upon student’s major emphasis. Designed by company official and faculty advisor to apply knowledge to on-the-job situation. Available to students entering their last semester of instruction for degree. Contact department for applications, screening and required skills evaluation. Student Learning Outcomes List basic policies and procedures of the employer. Describe the office, studio, or shop workflow. List at least a dozen names of industry members met during the internship and classify them by job and role in the local industry. List the qualifications, responsibilities, and career opportunities of at least six industry members met during the internship. Explain the importance and necessity of continued learning in the graphic communications industry. Call upon at least two people as references as to your ability to work effectively with others, think creatively, and make decisions at the level permitted, understanding and give written and oral instructions. Produce work using the employer’s tools at a reasonable rate and with reasonable quality. Other depend upon internship contract developed by employer, intern, and faculty advisor. Prerequisite: None
	GRC 294 - Portfolio Prep Credits: 3 Description Development of a customized, professional portfolio for prospective clients and employers. Students will create a résumé, corporate identity, stationery system, leave behind package, and online and offline brand presence. Emphasis on basic marketing tactics and developing, designing and producing a custom portfolio that will showcase strengths and skills. Student Learning Outcomes Produce a resume for an interview or marketing opportunity. Design an online and offline portfolio experience to showcase work to potential clients or employers. Create a personalized identity system that focuses on graphic design strengths. Demonstrate the use of thumbnails, and rough and comprehensive layouts. Evaluate design problems in terms of communicating the purpose and intent of the message to an industry-specific audience. Prerequisite: GRC 101 and GRC 103 and GRC 104 and GRC 107 and GRC 119 and GRC 207
Greek
	GRE 111 - First Year Modern Greek I Credits: 4 Description A course emphasizing the development of language skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Emphasis is placed on communication in all four language skills. Student Learning Outcomes Recognize the Greek alphabet and employ the Greek sound system. Identify basic vocabulary items (200-300 words). Modify lexical items by applying paradigms of conjugation and declension. Compose simple texts in Greek. Conduct simple conversations in Greek (i.e., introductions). Prerequisite: None
Health and Human Performance
	HHP 110 - Introduction to the Health Professions Credits: 3 Description This course is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to research various health careers and subject matter involved in the health field today including issues pertaining to the current health care delivery system, policies, and trends. Student Learning Outcomes Differentiate between the career duties of at least ten different health professions. Assess the academic requirements of at least ten different health professions. Delineate the college success skills and academic planning necessary for degree completion in a health program. Critique personal skill sets most likely to match the student’s preferred health career. Justify ethical and legal responsibilities in healthcare delivery. Outline current trends in health care. Prerequisite: None
	HHP 123 - Introduction to the Human Body Credits: 4 Description Introductory study of the structural and functional characteristics of the human body and their relationships to health and disease. Student Learning Outcomes Use a working vocabulary to identify and describe locations, functions, and structures in each body system. Distinguish between the levels of organization in the human body. Demonstrate the interrelationships among molecular, cellular, tissue and organ functions in each system. Outline the concept of homeostasis and its relationship to health and disease. Review contributions of organs and systems to the maintenance of homeostasis. Establish the causes and effects of homeostatic imbalances. Prerequisite: None
	HHP 124 - Introduction to the Human Body Computer Lab Credits: 1 Description A computer-based laboratory course designed to complement instruction in HHP 123 . Student Learning Outcomes Integrate a working vocabulary to identify and describe locations, functions, and structures in each body system. Differentiate between the levels of organization in the human body. Evaluate interrelationships among molecular, cellular, tissue and organ functions in each system. Assess the contributions of organs and systems to the maintenance of homeostasis. Analyze causes and effects of homeostatic imbalances. Prerequisite: None
	HHP 150 - Living Healthy and Well Credits: 3 Description This course is a study of healthy living principles as they apply to college and adult life. Emphasis is placed on the recognition and prevention of individual decisions that affect one’s overall health. Student Learning Outcomes Analyze the components of psychological, sociological, and physical health that contribute to overall well-being. Assess the perspectives of diverse individuals and cultures and how they influence health behaviors and choices.. Discuss the roles of gender, race, ethnicity, and other demographics that impact human health. Conduct a literature search on a health issue using a variety of academic and public resources. Construct a lifestyle plan that promotes individual and population health and well-being. Communicate healthy lifestyle information to a diverse audience. Prerequisite: None
	HHP 190 - Exercise, Nutrition and Weight Control Credits: 3 Description A basic overview of principles of fitness as they apply to exercise and good nutrition. Emphasis will be placed on the practical application of sound exercise and eating habits and the development of a personalized fitness program. This course is designed for the average person who wishes to gain the knowledge necessary for improved health. Student Learning Outcomes Evaluate the determinants of lifelong health, wellness, and fitness. Characterize appropriate steps in managing diet and activity for maintenance of a healthy body fat level. Outline self-management coping skills necessary for healthy behavior change. Develop a plan for optimal health and wellness incorporating appropriate exercise and nutrition principles. Prerequisite: None
	HHP 201 - Stress Management Credits: 2 Description An overview of stress, its manifestations, and methods of managing it. Particular emphasis will be placed on the role of exercise in controlling stress and the development of a balanced life-style. Student Learning Outcomes Distinguish the impacts of stress on physiological, emotional and cognitive processes. Analyze the role of stress and coping in human well-being, communication, relationships, academic and work performance. Integrate critical thinking, self-awareness, and reflection to inform methods of stress reduction and self-care. Design a personal plan for implementing stress management into daily life. Incorporate stress management techniques pertinent to personal and professional functioning. Prerequisite: None
	HHP 203 - Sports Nutrition Credits: 3 Description A course designed for the sports and fitness enthusiast that explores the link between nutrition, energy metabolism, and exercise. Optimizing exercise performance and making prudent decisions in the nutrition marketplace will be discussed. Student Learning Outcomes Analyze nutrient metabolism in exercise and physical training. Assess best practices in exercise and sports nutrition. Formulate balanced eating plans for specified sports and fitness activities. Integrate wise choices in the nutrition marketplace into daily eating plans. Evaluate theories of nutritional ergogenic supplementation on increased exercise performance. Prerequisite: None
	HHP 206 - Prevention and Care of Exercise Injuries Credits: 3 Description Overview of injury management for all fitness levels. Emphasis is on injury prevention during exercise, safe use of exercise equipment, andcontraindicated exercise. Student Learning Outcomes Differentiate between different types of injuries during exercise. Apply methods of injury prevention during exercise. Manage exercise related injuries. Evaluate exercise instruction and equipment for safety and efficacy. Develop a safe exercise program or routine using best practices of injury prevention. Prerequisite: None
	HHP 213 - Healthy Aging Credits: 3 Description A course designed to address the factors affecting the health and fitness status of an individual as that person progresses from early to late adulthood. Recognition and prevention of health and personal fitness problems will be emphasized. Student Learning Outcomes Analyze healthy aging across personal health domains. Distinguish the changing demographics of the aging population. Assess the impact of social determinants of health on healthy aging. Review the changes and challenges associated with aging. Evaluate resources for the elderly adult. Prerequisite: None
	HHP 227 - Topics in Alternative Medicine Credits: 3 Description An examination of modern definitions of health. Course includes a comparison of traditional and alternative health care, an overview of complementary and alternative health choices, and trends in complementary and alternative medicine. This course is informative onl yand is not designed for the practitioner. Student Learning Outcomes Compare and contrast traditional allopathic medicine with alternative therapies. Analyze the emergence of alternative and complementary therapies in Western society. Assess current trends in complementary and alternative health. Defend cultural beliefs in the use of alternative and complementary therapies. Review current writings on alternative and complementary therapies. Evaluate the importance of alternative therapies. Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Graded: Letter Grade
	HHP 291 - First Aid Credits: 2 Description Study of various emergency medical problems and their management by application of basic first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Student Learning Outcomes Delineate the basic principles of first aid. Demonstrate competence in basic first aid methods. Apply injury prevention strategies. Demonstrate competence in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation in adults and children Prerequisite: None
Health Information Technology
	HIT 102B - Coding for Medical Offices Credits: 2 Description Introduction to ICD and CPT coding as they relate to the medical office setting. Student Learning Outcomes Prepare the appropriate insurance forms to assure timely and maximum reimbursement Assign CPT-4, HCPCS and ICD codes according to required standards Perform as a responsible member of the health care team Understand the billing cycle for claims processing Corequisite: HIT 118B
	HIT 103B - Customer Service Skills in a Healthcare Setting Credits: 1 Description Develop and practice customer service skills for a healthcare setting. Student Learning Outcomes Describe the environmental and cultural factors that may contribute to difficulties in patient interaction. Identify the internal and external customers of an organization. Identify patient’s rights. Demonstrate the ability to effectively listen and ask appropriate questions. List and evaluate techniques that can help constructively respond to a ‘difficult’ patient or environment. Prerequisite: None
	HIT 105B - Introduction to Health Information Management Credits: 3 Description An introduction to the organization, cultural issues, ethics, healthcare policies, external regulations and standards, security and integrity of health data, and interrelationships within the healthcare delivery system. Student Learning Outcomes Describe the differing types of organizations, services, and personnel and their interrelationships across the health care delivery system. Assess how cultural issues affect health, healthcare quality, cost, and HIM. Apply policies and procedures for the use of data required in healthcare reimbursement. Discuss the importance of healthcare policy-making as it relates to the healthcare delivery system. Apply the fundamentals of team leadership by identifying future healthcare and employment trends. Comply with ethical standards of practice. Identify a complete health record according to organizational policies, external regulations, and standards. Apply policies and procedures surrounding issues of access and disclosure of protected health information. Describe retention and destruction policies for health information. Apply policies and procedures to ensure the accuracy and integrity of health data. Describe report generation technologies to facilitate decision-making. Prerequisite: None
	HIT 106B - Healthcare Reimbursement Credits: 2 Description An introduction to the complex financial and reimbursement systems of the healthcare environment. This course includes the basics of health insurance, publicly funded programs, managed care, the revenue cycle, and legal issues impacting the billing process. Student Learning Outcomes Discuss basic health insurance concepts and legal responsibilities. Apply managed care basics. Apply current regulations for compliance with privacy and security concerns by responding to legal and regulatory issues that impact the billing process. Differentiate among different major insurer groups. Validate medical necessity using LCD (local coverage determinations) and NCD (national coverage determinations). Apply policies and procedures for the use of data required in healthcare reimbursement by comprehending the billing cycle, preparing claim forms, and responding to denials. Adhere to the legal and regulatory requirements related to health information management by interpreting reimbursement monitoring, reporting terms, and rules. Analyze current regulations in clinical classification systems for compliance with ethical coding and privacy and security concerns by evaluating the revenue cycle management processes. Prerequisite: None
	HIT 107B - Patient Registration Practicum Credits: 2 Description Provides the student with practical experience in performing patient registration duties. The practicum assignments are eighty (80) hours in a hospital admitting department. Student Learning Outcomes Perform selected functions in patient registration. Interact with Admitting Department Director and departmental employees. Prepare a written log of experiences at assigned facility. Formulate questions and observations about information processes in assigned facility. Corequisite: HIT 106B Graded: Pass/Fail
	HIT 108B - Interpersonal Communication Skills in the Healthcare Setting Credits: 3 Description Designed for the development and practice of a set of interpersonal and human relation skills as needed among health care providers. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate the ability to communicate with patients, consumers and members of the health care team. Demonstrate the skill of speaking more effectively. Demonstrate the ability to resolve conflict between and among patients, consumers and members of the health care team. Demonstrate appropriate behaviors in the healthcare setting. Develop cultural sensitivity and awareness within the workplace environment. Develop positive attitudes towards work and service to others. Develop positive communication and listening skills in human behavior and relationships. Prerequisite: None
	HIT 117 - Medical Terminology I Credits: 1 Description Study of word derivations and formation with emphasis upon understanding common usage in the field of health care. Student Learning Outcomes Analyze the elements of medical terms. Create medical terms using appropriate combining forms, prefixes, and suffixes. Define medical terms for anatomy, signs, symptoms, diagnoses, and procedures. Spell medical terms correctly. Prerequisite: None
	HIT 118B - Language of Medicine Credits: 3 Description Analysis of medical language by body system; and creating, defining, and applying common medical terms related to anatomy, disease processes, diagnostic procedures, laboratory tests, abbreviations, and therapeutic procedures. Student Learning Outcomes Analyze the elements of medical terms. Create medical terms using appropriate combining forms, prefixes, and suffixes. Convert medical abbreviations and symbols into correct terms. Define medical terms for anatomy, signs, symptoms, diagnoses, and procedures. Apply medical terms, abbreviations, and definitions to healthcare scenarios. Prerequisite: None
	HIT 119B - Introduction to Pharmacology and Laboratory Tests Credits: 2 Description Advanced application of medical language specific to clinical specialties including pharmacology, laboratory, and diagnostic testing. Emphasizes understanding of the action of drugs, including the absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion of drugs by the body, and mathematical calculation to solve medication dosage problems, and convert between different systems of measurement. Student Learning Outcomes Recognize medical terms unique to various clinical specialties, ie. pathology, pharmacology, oncology, imaging, etc. Spell medical terms correctly. Utilize medical terms in context. Differentiate between generic and brand name drug classification systems. Perform a minimum of basic arithmetic operations including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, and apply them to solving problems. Calculate and solve medication dosage amount. Convert from one system of measurement to another. Prerequisite: HIT 118B
	HIT 120B - Beginning Healthcare Documentation Credits: 4 Description Transcription and/or editing of authentic healthcare documents using skills in proofreading, editing, and research, while meeting accuracy and productivity standards. Student Learning Outcomes Accurately transcribe and/or edit documents from a variety of medical specialties, with and without accents and dialects, using appropriate formats. Use language skills and medical knowledge to appropriately edit, revise, and clarify documentation without altering the meaning. Recognize and call attention to inconsistencies, discrepancies, and inaccuracies in documentation. Define and apply medicolegal concepts to healthcare documents. Evaluate the accuracy of healthcare documents of beginning to intermediate difficulty. Identify and use appropriate references, whether written or electronic, while transcribing, proofreading, editing and revising. Prerequisite: None Corequisite: COT 200 ; and either ENG 100 or ENG 101 or ENG 110 or ENG 113 ; and HIT 118B . Please note - Student must earn a C or better in all corequisite courses Graded: Letter Grade
	HIT 122B - Advanced Healthcare Documentation Credits: 4 Description Transcription and/or editing of authentic healthcare documents using advanced-level proofreading, editing, and research skills, while meeting progressively demanding accuracy and productivity standards. Student Learning Outcomes Interpret and transcribe and/or edit a variety of healthcare documents of advanced difficulty by dictators with and without accents and dialects. Use language skills and medical knowledge to appropriately edit, revise and clarify while transcribing/editing advanced, original healthcare documentation without altering the meaning of the dictation. Evaluate the accuracy of transcribed/edited healthcare documents of advanced difficulty. Define and apply professional and ethical conduct. Meet progressively demanding accuracy and productivity standards while transcribing/editing reports of advanced difficulty. Identify and use appropriate medical references and other resources. Identify elements in healthcare documentation practice that affect reimbursement (e.g., completeness, timeliness). 8. Develop cultural sensitivity and awareness within the workplace. Prerequisite: HIT 120B or Instructor approval Corequisite: None Graded: Pass/Fail
	HIT 130B - Procedural Terminology Credits: 1 Description Basic study of medical terminology used in the procedural coding classification system. Analysis of standardized vocabulary of surgical concepts, body part terms, operative approaches, devices, and other qualifiers from which codes are built. Student Learning Outcomes Describe the development and structure of ICD-10-PCS. Translate the basic procedural terminology used in ICD-10-PCS. Apply major body system and body area word parts. Define and name the root operations. Interpret format, tables, and definitions of the ICD-10-PCS classification system. Apply specialized definitions to sections in ICD-10-PCS. Recognize types of procedures contained within each section of ICD-10-PCS. Explain the use of 5th, 6th, and 7th characters and the value “z” as used in ICD-10-PCS. Corequisite: HIT 118B
	HIT 165B - Pathophysiology Credits: 4 Description Introduction to the disease processes affecting the human body by an integrated approach to specific disease entities, including the study of causes, diagnoses, and treatment of disease. Student Learning Outcomes Identify pathological processes and treatments of diseases and injuries. Discuss the patient’s pathophysiological processes and outcomes through case studies. Evaluate the patient’s plan of medical care through case studies. Examine relevant literature which applies to the patient’s disease process and treatment using professional resources and APA notation. Prerequisite: BIOL 223 or HHP 123
	HIT 170B - Healthcare Infomatics Credits: 3 Description This course develops students’ knowledge and skills in hardware and software components of computers for healthcare applications. The students will also explore methods of controlling the accuracy and security of data in computer systems, record linkage and data sharing concepts, and information systems in healthcare. Student Learning Outcomes Apply comprehensive knowledge of common software applications and the associated hardware used in healthcare. Evaluate, verify, and maintain health record documentation and data sources for content, timeliness, completeness, data accuracy, integrity, data integration, and interoperability. Demonstrate competency in the use of common software applications and the associated hardware used in healthcare. Explain networks as they are used in healthcare systems. Interpret and apply healthcare law and appropriate health information management (HIM) principles, procedures, and infrastructure to ensure privacy, security, and confidentiality of protected health information (PHI). Manage EHR (electronic health record) and HIM (health information management) technology solutions by utilizing specialized software. Apply report generation technologies to facilitate decision-making. 8. Apply graphical tools for data presentations. Prerequisite: COT 127B with a grade of C- or better Corequisite: None Graded: Letter Grade
	HIT 184B - Introduction to ICD Coding Credits: 2 Description Principles and application of the ICD coding system with emphasis on diagnosis coding, including analysis of the organization and classification of all chapters, evaluation of current coding and documentation guidelines, and introduction to physician queries. Student Learning Outcomes Apply diagnosis/procedure codes according to current guidelines. Apply diagnostic/procedural groupings. Verify the documentation in the health record is timely, complete, and accurate. Utilize software in the completion of HIM processes. Develop appropriate physician queries to resolve data and coding discrepancies. Prerequisite: HHP 123 and HHP 124 ; and HIT 118B and HIT 165B all with a grade of C or higher
	HIT 185B - Introduction to CPT Coding Credits: 3 Description Principles and application of procedural coding systems using CPT and HCPCS Level II including basic introduction to APCs, the NCCI, Medicare’s LCDs and NCDs, encoders, and automated coding concepts. Student Learning Outcomes Discuss basic principles of procedural coding systems (ICD-9-CM Volume III, ICD-10-PCS, CPT 4, HCPCS Level II). Apply policies and procedures to ensure organizational compliance with regulations and standards (such as NCCI, compliance plans). Verify the documentation in the health record is timely, complete, and accurate. Analyze the documentation in the health record to ensure it supports the diagnosis and reflects the patient’s progress, clinical findings, and discharge status to accurately apply CPT 4 and HCPCS Level II codes. Apply procedure codes according to current guidelines by assigning CPT code(s) for procedures and/or services rendered during outpatient facility and physician encounters according to guidelines and ethical practice. Utilize practice management and HIM (Health Information Management) systems in coding. Prerequisite: HHP 123 and HHP 124 ; and HIT 118B and HIT 165B all with a grade of C or higher
	HIT 186B - Advanced Outpatient Coding Credits: 2 Description Principles and application of coding systems utilized for outpatient healthcare facilities and physician coding using ICD, CPT, and HCPCS Level II. Emphasizes use of encoders; assigning codes to complex case studies; auditing more complex codes including evaluation and management, radiology, laboratory, and surgical; and introducing the student to APC code assignment. Student Learning Outcomes Discuss basic principles of coding systems (ICD-9-CM Volume III and ICD-10-PCS, CPT 4, HCPCS). Analyze policies and procedures to ensure organizational compliance with regulations and standards. Adhere to the legal and regulatory requirements related to the health information management. Verify the documentation in the health record is timely, complete, and accurate. Analyze the documentation in the health record to ensure it supports the diagnosis and reflects the patient’s progress, clinical findings, and discharge status to accurately apply ICD, CPT, and HCPCS Level II codes. Apply diagnosis/procedure codes according to current guidelines for services rendered during outpatient facility and physician encounters according to guidelines and ethical practice. Evaluate the accuracy of diagnostic/procedural medical codes and groupings outpatient and physician records according to current guidelines and regulations and develop appropriate physician queries to resolve data and coding discrepancies. Utilize practice management and HIM (Health Information Management) systems such as encoders in coding. Evaluate revenue cycle processes Prerequisite: HIT 119B and HIT 165B and HIT 184B and HIT 185B all with a grade of C or higher
	HIT 187B - Introduction to ICD-PCS Coding Credits: 2 Description Principles and application of the ICD procedural coding system (PCS), including analysis of the seven character structure, the organization and classification within all sections, evaluation of coding guidelines, documentation guidelines, and assigning ICD procedural codes. Student Learning Outcomes Interpret the coding conventions, rules and regulations that govern ICD PCS. Describe the use of PCS tables and procedures for assigning an ICD PCS code. Apply diagnosis/procedure codes according to current guidelines. Verify the documentation in the health record is timely, complete, and accurate. Utilize software in the completion of HIM processes. Prerequisite: HHP 123 and HHP 124 and 130B and 165B
	HIT 201B - Advanced Medical Coding Credits: 3 Description In depth study and practice assigning valid diagnosis and procedure codes utilizing both code books and encoder/grouper software; compliance and auditing; and review of other classification systems. Student Learning Outcomes Analyze and apply diagnosis and procedural codes and groupings according to current guidelines. Evaluate the accuracy of diagnostic and procedural coding and groupings. Analyze the health record documentation to identify discrepancies and ensure it fully supports the codes. Utilize software in the completion of health information management (HIM) processes. Develop appropriate physician queries to resolve data and coding discrepancies. Adhere to the legal and regulatory requirements related to health information management. Prerequisite: HIT 184B and HIT 185B and HIT 187B Corequisite: None Graded: Letter Grade
	HIT 205B - Privacy, Legal, and Ethical Issues in Healthcare Credits: 2 Description In-depth study of patient privacy and confidentiality of health information. Review of legal responsibilities of healthcare workers and facilities with emphasis on HIM. Health professional ethics issues are discussed and evaluated. Student Learning Outcomes Apply healthcare legal terminology. Identify the use of legal documents. Apply legal concepts and principles to the practice of HIM. Adhere to the legal and regulatory requirements related to health information management. Identify potential abuse or fraudulent trends through data analysis. Evaluate and apply healthcare ethics. Apply confidentiality, privacy and security measures and policies and procedures for internal and external use and exchange to protect electronic health information. Prerequisite: None
	HIT 206B - Professional Practice Experience Credits: 3 Description Practical experience in a healthcare setting performing and observing health information management departmental duties. Student Learning Outcomes Analyze health record to ensure documentation supports the diagnosis and reflects the patient’s progress, clinical findings, and discharge status according to organizational policies and procedures. Apply organizational policies and procedures to ensure the accuracy and integrity of patient health care data according to both internal and external regulations and standards. Adhere to the legal and regulatory requirements related to health information management. Evaluate policies and procedures to ensure organizational compliance with regulations and standards. Analyze HIM job descriptions and evaluate staffing levels. Create training and development scenarios. Utilize confidentiality and security measures to protect electronic health information, data integrity, and validity with regards to software and hardware technology. Prerequisite: None Corequisite: HIT 205B Graded: Pass/Fail
	HIT 207B - Health Information Management Credits: 2 Description Study of organizational systems with emphasis on strategic management; and human, financial, and physical resources as related to health information management. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate competency in AHIMA domains and subdomains as evidenced by performance on a mock exam. Utilize enterprise-wide and health information to support strategic planning and organizational strategies. Adhere to the legal and regulatory requirements related to health information management. Summarize health information related leadership roles and their change management impact. Identify cost-saving and efficient means of achieving work processes and goals. Report staffing levels and productivity standards for health information functions. Analyze policies and procedures to ensure organizational compliance with regulations and standards. Develop and implement staff orientation and training programs. Manage budgets. Prerequisite: Acceptance into HIT Program
	HIT 208B - Professional Practice Experience II Credits: 2 Description Practical experience in developing HIM departments including departmental policies, procedures, job descriptions, budgets, and functional spaces according to regulation and health information needs. Performed within a team environment using project management resources. Student Learning Outcomes Apply project management and graphical tools to improve processes. Create a plan for a new HIM unit effectively employing team strategies. Create policies and procedures appropriate to effectively and securely manage the HIM unit. Create job descriptions appropriate to the HIM unit. Create a proposed annual budget for the newly developed HIM unit. Adhere to the legal and regulatory requirements related to health information management. Prerequisite: HIT 206B Graded: Pass/Fail
	HIT 210B - Coding Practice Experience Credits: 3 Description Practical coding experience in a hospital, physician’s office, clinic, other healthcare setting, or simulated environment including directed projects common to a clinical coding specialist on the job. Student Learning Outcomes Evaluate diagnostic/procedural medical codes and groupings for inpatient, outpatient, and physician records according to current guidelines and regulations. Validate accuracy of computer assisted coding assignment with encoder software and other electronic software technology in coding and billing processes. Utilize HIM (Health Information Management) systems, such as EHR, encoders, and CAC software in a secure manner to manage documentation required for coding and billing. Evaluate revenue processes and edits for reconciliation and submission of insurance claims. Analyze current regulations in clinical classification systems for compliance with ethical coding and privacy and security concerns. Prerequisite: HIT 201B and HIT 186B both with a grade of C or higher Graded: Pass/Fail
	HIT 240B - Healthcare Statistics Credits: 1 Description Computation and interpretation of healthcare statistics. Student Learning Outcomes Calculate common statistics used in a Health Information Management (HIM) Department. Identify various sources of data used for healthcare statistics. Apply ethical guidelines in the use of healthcare statistics. Create graphical displays of statistical information. Determine how data analytics is used in making healthcare decisions. Prerequisite: Instructor approval Corequisite: None Graded: Letter Grade
	HIT 245B - Healthcare Quality Management Credits: 2 Description Methodologies for conducting quality improvement activities including creating collection processes, analyzing trends, and presenting graphics and data to guide strategic and organizational planning. Student Learning Outcomes Utilize tools and techniques to monitor, report, and improve processes. Identify cost-saving and efficient means of achieving work processes and goals. Analyze data to identify trends. Utilize data for facility-wide outcomes reporting for quality management and performance improvement. Create a collection methodology for data to guide strategic and organizational management. Prerequisite: Instructor approval
	HIT 290B - RHIT Exam Prep Credits: 2 Description This course is a review of HIM topics covered in the HIT Program. It is designed to prepare students for the national certification examination. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate competency in AHIMA domains and subdomains as evidenced by performance on a mock exam. Write a personal plan for preparation for a certification examination Obtain the current requirements for the RHIT exam Prerequisite: Instructor approval Graded: Pass/Fail
	HIT 291B - Coding Exam Prep Credits: 2 Description This course is a review of coding topics covered in the Medical Coding Program. It is designed to prepare students for the American Health Information Management Association’s (AHIMA) national coding certification examination. Student Learning Outcomes Describe the development and uses of ICD and HCPCS coding systems. Interpret the coding conventions, rules and regulations, and guidelines that govern ICD and HCPCS Coding. Apply the procedures for assigning ICD and HCPCS codes. Assign codes with 85% accuracy. Prerequisite: Instructor approval
	HIT 299B - Selected Topics in Health Information Technology Credits: 2 Description Selected study in topics of interest to students of health information technology. Student Learning Outcomes Apply HIT knowledge. Create project outline. Present completed final project outcome. Prerequisite: Instructor approval Graded: Pass/Fail
Heat and Frost Insulators
	ASB 101B - Asbestos Worker I Credits: 4 Description Understanding and competency in applied math for insulators, labor history and fundamental insulation for piping. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate competency in applied math as it relates to insulators. Demonstrate familiarity in labor history. Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental insulation for piping. Prerequisite: None
	ASB 102B - Asbestos Worker II Credits: 3 Description Understanding and competency in vapor barriers and construction safety. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate competency in installing vapor barriers. Demonstrate familiarity of construction safety. Prerequisite: None
	ASB 111B - Asbestos Worker III Credits: 3 Description Understanding and competency on a higher level in construction safety and applied math for insulators. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate the understanding and put Into practice the highest level of construction safety. Demonstrate the highest level of understanding in applied mathematics for insulators. Prerequisite: None
	ASB 112B - Asbestos Worker IV Credits: 5 Description Understanding and competency in fundamental insulation of equipment. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate the fundamental skills required for the Insulation of equipment. Prerequisite: None
	ASB 120B - Asbestos Worker V Credits: 4 Description Understanding and competency in advanced metal jacketing for piping. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate competency In the advance skills required for metal jacketing of piping. Prerequisite: None
	ASB 121B - Asbestos Worker VI Credits: 4 Description Understanding and competency in advanced metal jacketing for equipment. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate competency In the advanced skills required for metal jacketing of equipment. Prerequisite: None
	ASB 150B - Environmental Survey Credits: 2 Description This course introduces the student to the operation and analysis of thermal images produced by an Infrared Thermal Camera. Topics include software used and report analysis created by the system. Student Learning Outcomes Comprehend and utilize Heat and Frost Insulator terminology. Demonstrate ability to effective operate an Infrared Thermal Camera. Apply software programming and create reports. Analyze data collected on Energy Audit reports. Prerequisite: None Graded: Pass/Fail
	ASB 160B - Environmental Survey II Credits: 2 Description This course focuses on advanced facility inspections and infrared images to collect data and create Energy Insulation Survey reports. Student Learning Outcomes Comprehend and utilize Heat and Frost Insulator terminology. Demonstrate ability to effective operate an Infrared Thermal Camera. Analyze and report thermal images. Interpret Energy Insulation Survey reports. Explain greenhouse gas emissions and return on Investment. Prerequisite: ASB 150B Graded: Pass/Fail
	ASB 170B - OSHA 10 Credits: 0.5 Description This course provides an overview into 29 CFR 1926 as applied to the Heat and Frost Insulators trade. This course places emphasis on OSHA regulations and policies. Student Learning Outcomes Identify most recognized hazards in the construction field. Describe the importance of OSHA regulations. Demonstrate the ability to use OHSA manuals. Explain the content of a Material Safety Data Sheet. Receive their Department of Labor, 10-hour Construction Safety Card. Prerequisite: None Graded: Pass/Fail
	ASB 201B - Asbestos Worker VII Credits: 6 Description Understanding and competency in removable insulation design, blueprint codes and specifications. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate an understanding of removable insulation design. Demonstrate an understanding of blueprint codes and specifications. Prerequisite: None
	ASB 202B - Asbestos Worker VIII Credits: 6 Description Understanding effective supervision and all aspects of construction safety. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate an understanding of effective supervision skills. Demonstrate an ongoing understanding of all updated aspects of construction safety. Prerequisite: None
	ASB 240B - First Aid/CPR Credits: 0.5 Description This course provides CPR training and first aid instruction as applied to the Heat and Frost Insulators trade. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate appropriate First Aid procedures. Demonstrate correct CPR procedures. Prerequisite: None Graded: Pass/Fail
History
	HIST 100 - Historical Issues and Contemporary Society Credits: 4 Description Designed to create, particularly for the non-major, an awareness of the ideas, individuals, and social forces that have shaped history. Sources include art, biography, drama, fiction, and film. (Satisfies the United States and Nevada Constitutions Requirement for 4 credits.) Student Learning Outcomes Explain key historical concepts across the span of American history through descriptive, summative, and analytical forms of writing. Integrate primary and secondary source materials into research and other coursework related to US history, culture, and social life through historical methods. Draw connections across time and between historical concepts to produce sound historical conclusions in U.S. history. Apply constitutional principles while engaged in historical analysis of key events in U.S. history from the early national period to the present day. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 101 - U.S. History to 1877 Credits: 3 Description A survey of United States political, social, economic, diplomatic, and cultural development from colonial times to 1877. Satisfies the United States Constitution requirement. HIST 101 and HIST 102 need not be taken in sequence; either class may be taken alone. Student Learning Outcomes Explain key historical concepts in American history to 1877 through descriptive, summative, and analytical forms of writing. Integrate primary and secondary source materials into research and other coursework related to US history, culture, and social life to 1877 through historical methods. Draw connections across time and between historical concepts to produce sound historical conclusions in U.S. history from the pre-colonial era to 1877. Apply constitutional principles that underlay the U.S. Constitution while engaged in historical analysis of key events in U.S. history from the early national era to the present. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 101H - U.S. History to 1877 – Honors Credits: 3 Description An Honors-level survey of United States political, social, economic, diplomatic, and cultural development from colonial times to 1877. This course emphasizes interactive and independent learning through readings, discussion, and writing. Satisfies the United States Constitution requirement. HIST 101H and HIST 102H need not be taken in sequence; either class may be taken alone. Student Learning Outcomes Explain key historical concepts in American history to 1877 through descriptive, summative, and analytical forms of writing. Integrate primary and secondary source materials into research and other coursework related to US history, culture, and social life to 1877 through historical methods. Draw connections across time and between historical concepts to produce sound historical conclusions in U.S. history from the pre-colonial era to 1877. Apply constitutional principles that underlay the U.S. Constitution while engaged in historical analysis of key events in U.S. history from the early national era to the present. Engage in research that meets established professional standards at the upper-division level of college history courses to produce a culminating paper on a topic relevant to U.S. history in the colonial to 1877 period. Prerequisite: Admission to the Honors program
	HIST 102 - U.S. History Since 1877 Credits: 3 Description A survey of United States political, social, economic, diplomatic, and cultural development from 1877 to present. Satisfies the Nevada Constitution requirement. HIST 101 and HIST 102 need not be taken in sequence; either class may be taken alone. Student Learning Outcomes Explain key historical concepts in American history post 1877 through descriptive, summative, and analytical forms of writing. Integrate primary and secondary source materials into research and other coursework related to US history, culture, and social life post 1877 through historical methods. Draw connections across time and between historical concepts to produce sound historical conclusions in U.S. history from 1877 to the present. Apply constitutional principles that underlay the Nevada Constitution while engaged in historical analysis of key events in U.S. history from 1877 to the present day. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 102H - U.S. History Since 1877 – Honors Credits: 3 Description An Honors-level survey of United States political, social, economic, diplomatic, and cultural development from 1877 to present. This course emphasizes interactive and independent learning through readings, discussion, and writing. Satisfies the Nevada Constitution requirement. HIST 101H and HIST 102H need not be taken in sequence; either class may be taken alone. Student Learning Outcomes Explain key historical concepts in American history from 1877 through descriptive, summative, and analytical forms of writing Integrate primary and secondary source materials into research and other coursework related to US history, culture, and social life from 1877 through historical methods. Draw connections across time and between historical concepts to produce sound historical conclusions in U.S. history from 1877 to the present. Apply constitutional principles that underlay the Nevada Constitution while engaged in historical analysis of key events in U.S. history from 1877 to the present. Engage in research that meets established professional standards at the upper-division level of college history courses to produce a culminating paper on a topic relevant to U.S. history from 1877 to the present. Prerequisite: Admission to the Honors program
	HIST 105 - European Civilization to 1648 Credits: 3 Description A survey of the development of Western civilization from the dawn of history to 1648. Student Learning Outcomes Understand the contours of the historical period or subject covered by the course. Understand history in general, and the interplay of the world, national, and/or local events in shaping the world in which we live. Students should better appreciate their role in politics and society, and their obligations as a citizen. Students should be better prepared for more advanced classes at the College of Southern Nevada and/or elsewhere. The abilities of students in critical thinking should be enhanced. The oral and/or written communications skills of students should be improved. The ability of students to do research and find information on historical and current events should be expanded and enhanced. Students should understand that history is made up of facts AND interpretations, actions AND ideas, not simply a series of names and dates. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 106 - European Civilization Since 1648 Credits: 3 Description A survey of the development of Western civilization from 1648 to the present. Student Learning Outcomes Understand the contours of the historical period or subject covered by the course. Understand history in general, and the interplay of the world, national, and/or local events in shaping the world in which we live. Students should better appreciate their role in politics and society, and their obligations as a citizen. Students should be better prepared for more advanced classes at the College of Southern Nevada and/or elsewhere. The abilities of students in critical thinking should be enhanced. The oral and/or written communications skills of students should be improved. The ability of students to do research and find information on historical and current events should be expanded and enhanced. Students should understand that history is made up of facts AND interpretations, actions AND ideas, not simply a series of names and dates. Understand the contours of the historical period or subject covered by the course. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 107 - Women in American History Credits: 3 Description A study of the role of women in the creation of America. Includes a look at legal status, life style and the unique status of minority women. Student Learning Outcomes Understand history in general, and the interplay of the world, national, and/or local events in shaping the world in which we live. Students should better appreciate their role in politics and society, and their obligations as a citizen. Students should be better prepared for more advanced classes at the College of Southern Nevada and/or elsewhere. The abilities of students in critical thinking should be enhanced. The oral and/or written communications skills of students should be improved. The ability of students to do research and find information on historical and current events should be expanded and enhanced. Students should understand that history is made up of facts AND interpretations, actions AND ideas, not simply a series of names and dates. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 111 - Survey of U.S. Constitutional History Credits: 3 Description Origins and history of the United States Constitution; surveys the development of American judicial interpretations and institutions. Satisfies the U.S. Constitutions requirement. Student Learning Outcomes Identify the key historical figures involved in the development of the U.S. Constitution Examine the historical background of the U.S. Constitution. Discuss the philosophical influences of the U.S. Constitution. Analyze the relationship between the U.S. Constitution and the development of American judicial interpretations and institutions. Compare the U.S. Constitution with other forms of government. Interpret the political implications of U.S. Constitutional controversies. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 150 - Introduction to Chinese Civilization Credits: 3 Description An introductory survey of the growth and development of Chinese civilization with an emphasis on philosophy, literature, society and political development from 2200 B.C. to the present. Student Learning Outcomes Understand the contours of the historical period or subject covered by the course. Understand history in general, and the interplay of the world, national, and/or local events in shaping the world in which we live. Students should better appreciate their role in politics and society, and their obligations as a citizen. Students should be better prepared for more advanced classes at the College of Southern Nevada and/or elsewhere. The abilities of students in critical thinking should be enhanced. The oral and/or written communications skills of students should be improved. The ability of students to do research and find information on historical and current events should be expanded and enhanced. Students should understand that history is made up of facts AND interpretations, actions AND ideas, not simply a series of names and dates. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 151 - Introduction to Japanese Civilization Credits: 3 Description An introductory survey of the growth and development of Japanese civilization with an emphasis on philosophy, literature, society and political development from 8000 B.C. to the present. Student Learning Outcomes Understand the contours of the historical period or subject covered by the course. Understand history in general, and the interplay of the world, national, and/or local events in shaping the world in which we live. Students should better appreciate their role in politics and society, and their obligations as a citizen. Students should be better prepared for more advanced classes at the College of Southern Nevada and/or elsewhere. The abilities of students in critical thinking should be enhanced. The oral and/or written communications skills of students should be improved. The ability of students to do research and find information on historical and current events should be expanded and enhanced. Students should understand that history is made up of facts AND interpretations, actions AND ideas, not simply a series of names and dates. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 202 - American Military History Credits: 3 Description U.S. military history from the colonial period onward emphasizing war strategies, military thought, and policy in the armed forces and American society. Student Learning Outcomes Understand in a general sense the role of the American military in history. Recognize the role of leadership in American military failures and successes. Grasp the sacrifices made by American soldiers and their families during time of war. Understand the psychological impact of warfare on combatants. Develop an appreciation for the motivations of the various groups who have opposed American troops in combat. Understand the structure of the military, its unique culture, and its ethnic/racial diversity. Be introduced to the role of women in the American military. Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 208 - World History I Credits: 3 Description A survey of the societies and cultures of Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, the Americas, and Oceania to 1600. Student Learning Outcomes The development of human civilization from its earliest beginnings. The origins of complex societies on all continents. The cultural development of various societies around the planet. The variety of political, social, and cultural institutions in world history up to 1600. The role of religion on the development of civilizations. The issue of cross cultural interaction among diverse civilizations. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 209 - World History II Credits: 3 Description A review of the principal developments in world history since 1600, including scientific and technological revolutions, social revolutions, nationalism, immigration, colonialism, world wars, decolonization, modernization, democracy, and dictatorships. Student Learning Outcomes The evolution of human civilization since the early modern era. The structural development of complex societies on all continents. The cultural development of various societies around the planet. The significance of military conflict in world history. The variety of political, social, and cultural institutions in world history since 1600. The role of religion in world history. The role of science and technology in the modern world. The issue of globalization. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 210 - Southwest Heritage Credits: 3 Description A study of the American Southwest and its cultures placed in historical perspective. Student Learning Outcomes Understand the contours of the historical period or subject covered by the course. Understand history in general, and the interplay of the world, national, and/or local events in shaping the world in which we live. Students should better appreciate their role in politics and society, and their obligations as a citizen. Students should be better prepared for more advanced classes at the College of Southern Nevada and/or elsewhere. The abilities of students in critical thinking should be enhanced. The oral and/or written communications skills of students should be improved. The ability of students to do research and find information on historical and current events should be expanded and enhanced. Students should understand that history is made up of facts AND interpretations, actions AND ideas, not simply a series of names and dates. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 217 - Nevada History Credits: 3 Description A study of Nevada from early exploration to the present. Satisfies the Nevada Constitution requirement. Student Learning Outcomes Explain key historical concepts across the span of Nevada history through descriptive, summative, and analytical forms of writing. Draw connections across time and between historical concepts to produce sound historical conclusions in Nevada’s history. Integrate primary and secondary source materials into research and other coursework related to Nevada history, culture, and social life through historical methods. Apply constitutional principles the provide the foundation of the Nevada Constitution while engaged in historical analysis of key events in Nevada history from the prehistory era to the present day. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 217H - Nevada History – Honors Credits: 3 Description An Honors-level survey of Nevada from early exploration to the present. This course emphasizes interactive and independent learning through readings, discussion, and writing. Satisfies the Nevada Constitution requirement. Student Learning Outcomes Explain key historical concepts across the span of Nevada history through descriptive, summative, and analytical forms of writing. Integrate primary and secondary source materials into research and other coursework related to Nevada history, culture, and social life through historical methods. Draw connections across time and between historical concepts to produce sound historical conclusions in Nevada’s history. Apply constitutional principles the provide the foundation of the Nevada Constitution while engaged in historical analysis of key events in Nevada history from the prehistory era to the present day. Engage in research that meets established professional standards at the upper-division level of college history courses to produce a culminating paper on a topic relevant to Nevada history. Prerequisite: Admission to the Honors program
	HIST 220 - History of Las Vegas Credits: 3 Description An introduction to Las Vegas from prehistoric times to the present, emphasizing recent developments. Student Learning Outcomes Students should derive a better understanding of how Las Vegas has developed. Students should better understand how Las Vegas is perceived, nationally and locally. Students should better understand the study and writing of history. Students should improve their oral and writing skills. Students should better understand the diversity of Las Vegas. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 227 - Introduction to Latin American History and Culture I Credits: 3 Description Survey of the development of Spain and Portugal as colonizing powers, the discovery and conquest of America, and the growth of political, social, and economic institutions during the Colonial Period. Student Learning Outcomes Articulate a clear understanding of American prehistory and prehistoric cultures. Articulate a clear understanding of Span and Portugal’s development as colonizing powers. Articulate a clear understanding of the discovery and conquest of the Americas. Articulate a clear understanding of the growth and development of political, social and economic institutions during the Colonial period in Latin America. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 228 - Introduction to Latin American History and Culture II Credits: 3 Description Survey of Latin American independence movements, the major Latin American republics, and Latin American indigenous history and culture Student Learning Outcomes Articulate a clear understanding of Latin American political and cultural diversity. Articulate a clear understanding of Latin American independence. Articulate a clear understanding of the growth and development of Latin American’s republics. Articulate a clear understanding of Latin American history and culture in the modern era. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 247 - Introduction to the History of Mexico Credits: 3 Description An introduction to pre-Columbian Mexico, Colonial New Spain and Mexican National History to the present. Student Learning Outcomes Understand the contours of the historical period or subject covered by the course. Understand history in general, and the interplay of the world, national, and/or local events in shaping the world in which we live. Students should better appreciate their role in politics and society, and their obligations as a citizen. Students should be better prepared for more advanced classes at the College of Southern Nevada and/or elsewhere. The abilities of students in critical thinking should be enhanced. The oral and/or written communications skills of students should be improved. The ability of students to do research and find information on historical and current events should be expanded and enhanced. Students should understand that history is made up of facts AND interpretations, actions AND ideas, not simply a series of names and dates. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 250 - Introduction to the Study of History Credits: 3 Description Introduction to the research methods commonly used by historians. Practical application of these methods to everyday life is emphasized. Student Learning Outcomes Understand the contours of the historical period or subject covered by the course. Understand history in general, and the interplay of the world, national, and/or local events in shaping the world in which we live. Students should better appreciate their role in politics and society, and their obligations as a citizen. Students should be better prepared for more advanced classes at the College of Southern Nevada and/or elsewhere. The abilities of students in critical thinking should be enhanced. The oral and/or written communications skills of students should be improved. The ability of students to do research and find information on historical and current events should be expanded and enhanced. Students should understand that history is made up of facts AND interpretations, actions AND ideas, not simply a series of names and dates. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 251 - Introduction to Historical Methods Credits: 3 Description Introduction to the basic concepts and techniques of historical investigation and writing. This course is writing intensive and is intended for students majoring in history or related disciplines. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate the ability to conduct research in historical sources. Enhance oral and written communication skills. Improve critical thinking skills. Comprehend and analyze original documents and historical interpretations. Prerequisite: Department Chair approval
	HIST 260 - Introduction to Native American History Credits: 3 Description An examination of significant events and trends in Native American life. The course will focus on the contributions made by American Indians to the development of our history and contemporary society. Student Learning Outcomes Understand the contours of the historical period or subject covered by the course. Understand history in general, and the interplay of the world, national, and/or local events in shaping the world in which we live. Students should better appreciate their role in politics and society, and their obligations as a citizen. Students should be better prepared for more advanced classes at the College of Southern Nevada and/or elsewhere. The abilities of students in critical thinking should be enhanced. The oral and/or written communications skills of students should be improved. The ability of students to do research and find information on historical and current events should be expanded and enhanced. Students should understand that history is made up of facts AND interpretations, actions AND ideas, not simply a series of names and dates. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 275 - The Wild West – Myth and Reality Credits: 3 Description Designed to acquaint the student with the history of the American West, the course will topically examine and compare the often romanticized themes of early novels and Hollywood films with the harsh reality of frontier life. The topics that may be examined include the Spanish Southwest, the fur trapping mountain men, the Indians and the army, outlaws, the mining men, cattle, timber, and farming frontiers, and the introduction of capitalism and large scale industrialization. Student Learning Outcomes Understand the contours of the historical period or subject covered by the course. Understand history in general, and the interplay of the world, national, and/or local events in shaping the world in which we live. Students should better appreciate their role in politics and society, and their obligations as a citizen. Students should be better prepared for more advanced classes at the College of Southern Nevada and/or elsewhere. The abilities of students in critical thinking should be enhanced. The oral and/or written communications skills of students should be improved. The ability of students to do research and find information on historical and current events should be expanded and enhanced. Students should understand that history is made up of facts AND interpretations, actions AND ideas, not simply a series of names and dates. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 285 - History of Witchcraft Same as: WMST 285 . Credits: 3 Description The study of the figure of the witch from ancient times to the present, and the historical, religious and social context from which it emerged. The course includes Paleolithic and Neolithic religion, witches in ancient cultures, formulation of the Christian witch concept, the witch hunt in Early Modern Europe and in the British North American colonies, and modern Neo-Pagan witchcraft. Student Learning Outcomes Recognize a variety of definition of both the witch and witchcraft from ancient and modern sources. Evaluate the degree to which religious, social, economic, historical and political factors influence and contribute to witch accusations and trials. Formulate a theory of causation and cessation of witch accusations and trials. Analyze society’s tolerance of behavior that deviates from the norm. Identify conditions in contemporary society that parallel those that produced witch hysteria in the past. Analyze the figure of the witch as portrayed in popular culture and understand how and why this image developed. Assess contemporary revivals and survivals in terms of their relationship to the witches of history and their impact on modern life. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 286 - Goddess Traditions Same as: WMST 286 . Credits: 3 Description A study of goddess images in a variety of cultures from prehistory to the modern age including the history, values, beliefs, practices and ethics systems associated with goddess imagery. Student Learning Outcomes Acknowledge, respect, and understand the diversity of spiritual expression throughout human history and the modern world. Compare and contrast the values of feminine based spirituality to those of patriarchy. Discuss a variety of Goddess images as they have appeared throughout the world historically. Trace the evolution of the image of the Goddess through successive periods of time, relating the image to its historical, political, social, and economic context. Recognize Goddess images as they are found in modern culture. Prerequisite: None
	HIST 293 - Introduction to African-American History I Credits: 3 Description Survey of the history of African Americans from their origins on the west coast of Africa to the present. Student Learning Outcomes The origins and development of black slavery in America. The impact of the Revolutionary War and westward movement on slaves and free blacks. The life of free blacks in comparison with that of slaves. The impact of the Civil War and Reconstruction on African Americans. Black life in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. African American migration patterns. The significance of the World Wars and the Great Depression on African Americans. The modern civil rights movement and opposition to integration. The contemporary African American community. Prerequisite: None

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GRC 156 - Design with Illustrator

GRC 158 - Cartooning

GRC 165 - Digital Painting

GRC 175 - Web Design I

GRC 179 - Multimedia Design and Production I

GRC 183 - Design with Photoshop

GRC 185 - Computer Animation I

GRC 188 - Web Animation I

GRC 205 - History of Design

GRC 207 - Intermediate Design

GRC 256 - Advanced Design with Illustrator

GRC 275 - Web Design II

GRC 276 - Web Design III

GRC 278 - Advanced Design and Production

GRC 286 - Digital Video Post-Production

GRC 288 - Web Animation II

GRC 289 - Special Projects in Graphic Communications

GRC 290 - Internship in Graphic Communications

GRC 294 - Portfolio Prep

GRE 111 - First Year Modern Greek I

HHP 110 - Introduction to the Health Professions

HHP 123 - Introduction to the Human Body

HHP 124 - Introduction to the Human Body Computer Lab

HHP 150 - Living Healthy and Well

HHP 190 - Exercise, Nutrition and Weight Control

HHP 201 - Stress Management

HHP 203 - Sports Nutrition

HHP 206 - Prevention and Care of Exercise Injuries

HHP 213 - Healthy Aging

HHP 227 - Topics in Alternative Medicine

HHP 291 - First Aid

HIT 102B - Coding for Medical Offices

HIT 103B - Customer Service Skills in a Healthcare Setting

HIT 105B - Introduction to Health Information Management

HIT 106B - Healthcare Reimbursement

HIT 107B - Patient Registration Practicum

HIT 108B - Interpersonal Communication Skills in the Healthcare Setting

HIT 117 - Medical Terminology I

HIT 118B - Language of Medicine

HIT 119B - Introduction to Pharmacology and Laboratory Tests

HIT 120B - Beginning Healthcare Documentation

HIT 122B - Advanced Healthcare Documentation

HIT 130B - Procedural Terminology

HIT 165B - Pathophysiology

HIT 170B - Healthcare Infomatics

HIT 184B - Introduction to ICD Coding

HIT 185B - Introduction to CPT Coding

HIT 186B - Advanced Outpatient Coding

HIT 187B - Introduction to ICD-PCS Coding

HIT 201B - Advanced Medical Coding

HIT 205B - Privacy, Legal, and Ethical Issues in Healthcare

HIT 206B - Professional Practice Experience

HIT 207B - Health Information Management

HIT 208B - Professional Practice Experience II

HIT 210B - Coding Practice Experience

HIT 240B - Healthcare Statistics

HIT 245B - Healthcare Quality Management

HIT 290B - RHIT Exam Prep

HIT 291B - Coding Exam Prep

HIT 299B - Selected Topics in Health Information Technology

ASB 101B - Asbestos Worker I

ASB 102B - Asbestos Worker II

ASB 111B - Asbestos Worker III

ASB 112B - Asbestos Worker IV

ASB 120B - Asbestos Worker V

ASB 121B - Asbestos Worker VI

ASB 150B - Environmental Survey

ASB 160B - Environmental Survey II

ASB 170B - OSHA 10

ASB 201B - Asbestos Worker VII

ASB 202B - Asbestos Worker VIII

ASB 240B - First Aid/CPR

HIST 100 - Historical Issues and Contemporary Society

HIST 101 - U.S. History to 1877

HIST 101H - U.S. History to 1877 – Honors

HIST 102 - U.S. History Since 1877

HIST 102H - U.S. History Since 1877 – Honors

HIST 105 - European Civilization to 1648

HIST 106 - European Civilization Since 1648