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German

GER 101                                                                                                                               4:3:2
Beginning German I

Course develops basic language skills, within the context of cultures of German-speaking countries. Content include pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, reading, listening comprehension, and oral and written communication. No prior study of the language presumed. Recommended that experienced students discuss proper placement with instructor.                                                                     Fee $20

GER 102                                                                                                                               4:3:2
Beginning German II

Course continues to develop the basic skills introduced in GER 101. Content includes pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, reading, listening comprehension, and oral and written communication within the context of cultures of German-speaking countries. Prerequisite: GER 101 or consent of instructor.                                                                                                                       Fee $20

GER 105                                                                                                                               3:3:2
Conversational German

Course provides practice in conversational German to develop oral facility. Content includes specially designed exercises in pronunciation, stress and rhythm for vocabulary development. Oral presentations and class discussions of life in German-speaking countries. Prerequisite: GER 102 or consent of instructor.                                                                                                                       Fee $20

GER 201                                                                                                                               4:3:2
Intermediate German I

Course continues development of basic skills. Content includes general review and expansion of beginning grammar, along with conversation, vocabulary development, readings and writing exercises with focus on life in modern German-speaking countries. Prerequisite: GER 102 or consent of instructor.                                                                                                                                        Fee $20

GER 202                                                                                                                               4:3:2
Intermediate German II

Course continues GER 201. Content includes expanding knowledge of German grammar and culture through practice in reading, writing and speaking the language. Prerequisite: GER 201 or consent of instructor.                                        Fee $20

GER 205                                                                                                                               3:2:2
German Conversation and Composition

Course reinforces oral and written communication skills. Content includes a variety of speaking and essay writing activities. Topics drawn from contemporary life and culture. Prerequisite: GER 202 or consent of instructor.        Fee $20

GER 210                                                                                                                               3:3:0
Introduction to German Literature

Course involves reading excerpts of selected masterpieces from various periods. Content includes oral reading stressing pronunciation and diction, speaking based on discussion of works read, and writing based on readings and class discussion. Prerequisite: GER 202 or consent of instructor.

Global Business Studies (formerly International Trade)

GBS 101  (formerly ITR 101)                                                                                              3:3:0
Introduction to Global Business

Course provides necessary foundation for introductory courses in international trade, as well as for advanced courses and seminars. Content includes current world trade activities, practices, government aids and barriers to trade; economic, geographic, political and transportation aspects, cultural differences affecting trade; traffic, documentation, finance and marketing. Recommended: BUS 101 taken prior to, or in conjunction with, this course.

GBS 205 (formerly ITR 205)                                                                                               3:3:0
Import/Export Basics

Course provides comprehensive overview of import or export business. Content includes who and why, import/export marketing strategies, product development and market research, export terms, documentation, procedures, tariff and non-tariff barriers, getting paid or paying for imports or exports, import terms, procedures and U.S. Customs entry regulations, dates and quotas.

GBS 212                                                                                                                               3:3:0
Global Sourcing and Import Procedures

Course simulates the importing experience of a retail buyer while exposing students to the policies and procedures associated with sourcing merchandise from another country. Topics parallel the importing process and a virtual simulation provides students with the acutal experience of importing a product. Course teaches students to be well-trained researchers and import planners, and serves as an essential turorial for novice importers, product developers,and retail buyers. Recommended: GBS 205

GBS 215 (formerly ITR 215)                                                                                            3:3:0
Global Finance

Course examines essential areas in finance. Content includes banking, foreign exchange, currency fluctuations, financing, credit, payments and collections. Intended for second-year International Trade student or one with experience in foreign trade.

GBS 225 (formerly ITR 225)                                                                                            3:3:0
Global Logisitics and Documentation

Course examines documents necessary in the conduct of foreign trade. Content includes first inquiries, quotations, orders, banking, shipping and customs. Intended for second-year International Trade student or one with experience in foreign trade. Recommended: GBS 205 or consent of Instructor.

GBS 235 (formerly ITR 235)                                                                                            3:3:0
International Marketing

Course provides an overview of the marketing process as applied to international marketing. Content includes concerns of inexperienced firm considering exporting as an option for increased sale and profits, and presents an approach for experienced firm in evaluating export marketing process and reaching international markets. Recommended: GBS 101 or MKT 131.

GBS 236  (formerly ITR 236)                                                                                            3:3:0
International Business Communications

Course studies practical information and its application. Content includes tools, and techniques necessary to learn the organizational and interpersonal communication; and negotiation skills required to function effectively in a world economy. Recommended: GBS101

GBS 240                                                                                                                              3:3:0
Global Management

Course focuses on the role of the executive, middle and font-line management in directing and improving organizational performance in a global environment. Concepts covered include managment of various types of international risks, strategic planning, and decision-making facing global business. Recommended: GBS 101.

GBS 253 (formerly ITR 253)                                                                                             3:1:15
Practicum

Course provides opportunity to earn credit and valuable experience while doing a project on the job in an approved company. Intended for the second-year International Trade students. Prerequisite: 12 hours of GBS courses or consent of instructor..

GBS 290  (formerly ITR 290)                                                                                           1-4:0-4:0-4
Topics in Global Business

Course designed to meet the special interest needs of International Trade students and local business organizations. Special topics will be offered for variable credit from one to four semester credit hours. Students may repeat ITR 290 up to three times on different topics for a maximum of nine semester credit hours. Prerequisite may vary by topic.                                                             Fee varies

 

Graphic Design

(Also see Art)

GRD 101                                                                                                                              3:2:2
Introduction to Visual Communication

Course covers the fundamental principles of design and how these relate to effective communication. It explores the media and tools that create imaging and how these tools are integrated into the image-making process. Topics include conceptual design, critical thinking in the creation of practical design, how design relates to industry, human perception and the visual process, and the history of visual communication, from the symbols of the cave man to modern-day advertising.
Fee $75

GRD 160                                                                                                                              3:2:2
Fundamentals of Digital Imaging using Photoshop Elements

Course covers the fundamental principles of digital imaging, including production, manipulation and output of digital images, and basic elements of design. High quality images will be produced from stock imaging and scanning from film and flat artwork. Course is designed for students who seek a foundation for ART 216 and those who are preparing to work in the photography/design field as medical photographers, wedding photographers, and production artists, who will not need the more extensive study of Photoshop and digital imaging provided in ART 216. Fee $75

GRD 251                                                                                                                            3:0:15
Graphic Design Practicum

Workplace experience in the graphic design field acquired by working for a company that does graphic design. The student’s job will be appropriate to his or her skills. Student meets with instructor to provide detailed reports of the work experience. Prerequisite: Completion of 24 credits in required courses and 12 credits in specified electives in A.A.S. Graphic Design degree, all with minimum grades of C, and consent of department chair. Student must secure placement at a business approved by department chair in order to register for the course.
Fee $75

GRD 252                                                                                                                            3:0:15
Animation and Multimedia Practicum

Workplace experience in the animation and multimedia field acquired by working for a company that does animation and multimedia. The student’s job will be appropriate to his or her skills. Student meets with instructor to provide detailed reports of the work experience. Prerequisite: Completion of 21 credits in required courses and 6 credits in specified electives in Animation and Multimedia certificate, all with minimum grades of C, and consent of department chair. Student must secure placement at a business approved by department chair in order to register for the course.
Fee $75

GRD 253                                                                                                                            3:0:15
Web Graphic Page Design Practicum

Workplace experience in web graphic design field acquired by working for a company that does web design. The student’s job will be appropriate to his or her skills. Student meets with instructor to provide detailed reports of the work experience. Prerequisite: Completion of 27 credits in required courses and 6 credits in specified electives in Web Graphic Page Design certificate, all with minimum grades of C, and consent of department chair. Student must secure placement at a business approved by department chair in order to register for the course.
Fee $75

GRD 254                                                                                                                            3:0:15
Photography Practicum

Workplace experience in the photography field acquired by working for a company that does work in photography. The student’s job will be appropriate to his or her skills. Student meets with instructor to provide detailed reports of the work experience. Prerequisite: Completion of 24 credits in required courses and 6 credits in specified electives in Photography certificate, all with minimum grades of C, and consent of department chair. Student must secure placement at a business approved by department chair in order to register for the course.
Fee $75

GRD 255                                                                                                                            3:0:15
Game Development Practicum

Workplace experience in the game development field acquired by working for a company that does game development. The student’s job will be appropriate to his or her skills. Student meets with instructor to provide detailed reports of the work experience. Prerequisite: Completion of 12 credits in required courses in Game Development certificate, all with minimum grades of C, and consent of department chair. Student must secure placement at a business approved by department chair in order to register for the course.

Hebrew

HBW 101                                                                                                                              4:3:2
Beginning Hebrew I

Course develops basic language skills, within the context of culture of Israel. Content includes pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, reading, listening comprehension and oral and written communication. No prior study of the language presumed. Recommended that experienced students discuss proper placement with instructor.                                                                                              Fee $20

HBW 102                                                                                                                              4:3:2
Beginning Hebrew II

Course continues to develop the basic skills introduced in HBW 101. Content includes pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, reading, listening comprehension and oral and written communication, within the context of culture of Israel. Fee $20

HBW 105                                                                                                                              3:2:2
Conversational Hebrew

Course provides conversational practice in Hebrew to develop oral facility. Content includes specially designed exercises in pronunciation, stress and rhythm, vocabulary development. Oral presentations and class discussion of life in Israel. Recommended: Equivalent skill level in knowledge of beginning Hebrew vocabulary, sounds and structures, including conjugation of regular and weak verbs in all tenses. Prerequisite: HBW 102 or consent of instructor.                                                                                                                       Fee $20

HBW 201                                                                                                                              4:3:2
Intermediate Hebrew I

Course continues development of basic skills. Content includes general review and expansion of beginning grammar, along with conversation, vocabulary development, readings and writing exercises with focus on life in Israel. Prerequisite: HBW 102 or consent of instructor.
Fee $20

HBW 202                                                                                                                              4:3:2
Intermediate Hebrew II

Course reinforces oral and written communication skills. Content includes a variety of speaking and essay writing activities. Topics drawn from contemporary Israeli life and culture. Prerequisite: HBW 201 or consent of instructor. Fee $20

History

HIS 111                                                                                                                                3:3:0
United States History to 1877

Course surveys political, economic, social and cultural development of the United States from discovery through Reconstruction. IAI S2 900

HIS 112                                                                                                                                3:3:0
United States History from 1877

Course surveys political, economic, social and cultural development of the United States from the Gilded Age to the present. IAI S2 901

HIS 113                                                                                                                                3:3:0
History of Native Americans

Course surveys history of Native American peoples in North America from 15th century contact with Europeans to the present. Content focus is on the historical struggle to retain cultures and autonomy while facing the continual expansion of both European nations and United States government and its citizens. Major themes and trends supplemented by case studies of specific tribes and documents that illuminate particular issues.

HIS 114                                                                                                                                3:3:0
African American History: Beginnings to 1864

Course examines role of African Americans in U.S. History, from enslavement in Africa to emancipation. Content includes black African culture, black diaspora, slave culture, Americanization of slaves and Africanization of the South, “free” blacks, slave resistance movements, and politics and economics of slavery.

HIS 115                                                                                                                                3:3:0
African American History: Reconstruction to the Present

Course surveys role of African Americans in U.S. History, from Reconstruction to present. Content includes black politics in the New South, Jim Crow, early civil rights organizations, African American participation in World Wars I and II, cultural developments, Civil Rights movement, Black Power movement, and government activism.

HIS 120                                                                                                                                3:3:0
United States History Since 1945

Course examines political, economic, social and cultural development of the United States since 1945.

HIS 121                                                                                                                                3:3:0
History of the Vietnam War

Course examines the history and politics of the Vietnam War, beginning with the war between the French and Vietnamese following World War II, ending with the defeat of the South by the North in 1975.

HIS 131 (formerly HIS 101)                                                                                               3:3:0
Western Civilization to 1650

Course surveys political, economic, social, cultural and intellectual origins of Western civilization from the ancient world to the 17th century. IAI S2 902

HIS 132 (formerly HIS 102)                                                                                               3:3:0
Western Civilization from 1650

Course surveys political, economic, social, cultural and intellectual development of Western civilization from the Baroque Era to the present. IAI S2 903

HIS 135                                                                                                                                3:3:0
History of the Middle Ages

Course examines the political, cultural and intellectual development of Western Europe from Late Antiquity to the Italian Renaissance. Content includes Roman, Christian, and Germanic contributions to medieval west. The impact of Byzantine and Islamic cultures are also explored.

HIS 139                                                                                                                                3:3:0
History of the Non-Western World to 1900

Course surveys the historical development of non-western world up to early 20th century. Content includes social, political, and economic developments. Focus is on role of intellectual currents, literature, and art in shaping the identity of the peoples studied. Comparison and contrast of unifying themes such as early modern global networks of trade, the colonial experience, and role of religion in experiences of various civilizations. At least four major non-western civilizations will be studied, drawn from Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. IAI S2 904N

HIS 140                                                                                                                                3:3:0
History of Contemporary Non-Western Civilizations

Course surveys the historical development of selected non-western cultures since 1945. Content includes study of at least four cultures, drawn from Asia, the Middle East, Africa and Latin America. IAI S2 905N

HIS 207                                                                                                                                3:3:0
History of the Ancient World:
Rome

Course surveys Ancient Rome, from founding of city in the eighth century B.C., to collapse of the West in the fifth century A.D. Content includes examination of Roman Conquests, Roman politics and government, and reasons for the “fall” of Rome. Focus is on Roman impact on other peoples and cultures, origins and spread of Christianity, emergence of Byzantine Empire, and Roman Legacy.

HIS 208                                                                                                                                3:3:0
History of Ancient
Africa

Course surveys the history of Africa to 1885. Content includes the agricultural revolution, Iron Age, migrations of peoples, commerce, early African states and stateless societies, Islam, slavery and the slave trades, European exploration and Christianity, colonial conquest and African resistance. Course also examines the role of oral traditions, linguistic analysis, archaeological evidence and early literature in understanding the complexities of African history.

HIS 211                                                                                                                                3:3:0
History of Modern
Africa

Course examines political, cultural and socio-economic history of Africa from 1885 to present. Content includes the end of European colonialism, emergence of independent African nation states, neo-colonialism, Africa during the Cold War, rise and fall of African dictatorships, apartheid, ethnicity and genocide, popular movements toward democratization, and impact of globalization. Individual case studies focus on South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Ghana, Liberia and Democratic Republic of Congo, role of the African novel, film, music and popular art in understanding complexities of African history. IAI S2 907N

HIS 216                                                                                                                                3:3:0
History of Modern
China

Course examines political, economic, and social transformation of China from the 19th century dynastic system to the 21st century modern state. Content includes Confucian value system; collapse of the Qing dynasty; western imperialism; Communist revolution; Great Leap Forward; Great Proletarian Cultural Revolution; legacy of Mao Zedong; and era of Deng Xiaoping and its impact to the present. Current issues addressed include China’s relationship with Republic of China (Taiwan), and China’s role in a global context. IAI S2 915N

HIS 221                                                                                                                                3:3:0
History of
Great Britain and Ireland to 1600

Course surveys the political, economic, social and cultural history of Great Britain and Ireland from the Norman Conquest through the Age of Elizabeth I.

HIS 222                                                                                                                                3:3:0
History of
Great Britain and Ireland: 1600 to Present

Course surveys the political, economic, social and cultural history of Great Britain and Ireland from the Stuart Dynasty through the present era.

HIS 225                                                                                                                                3:3:0
History of the Islamic
Middle East from the 7th Century to 1918

Course surveys the history of Islamic Middle East from birth of Islam to end of First World War. Content includes social, political, and economic developments, and the role of religion in shaping Middle Eastern culture and society. Focus is on the ways in which Islam helped foster a unified political and legal system, and a common identity which provide the backdrop for much of the contemporary political discourse in the region. IAI S2 918N

HIS 226                                                                                                                                3:3:0
History of the Islamic
Middle East in Modern Times

Course surveys political, economic, social and cultural development of the Islamic Middle East since 1918. Focus is on the role of religion as an ongoing theme. IAI S2 919N

HIS 228                                                                                                                                3:3:0
History of the Holocaust
Course surveys the history, background, causes, events, impact, and implications of the destruction of the Jews in Europe.

HIS 233                                                                                                                                3:3:0
History of
Latin America to 1825

Course surveys Latin American history from sixteenth century conquests of Mexico and Peru until the wars of independence in early nineteenth century. Content includes impact of Spanish colonialism (and to lesser extent Portuguese colonialism) on Native Americans and immigrant settler populations; outlines evolving institutional bases of life in colonial Latin America. Focus is on topics such as pre-colonial Native American societies, imperial politics and urbanization, patterns of accommodation and resistance, slavery, race, role of the Catholic Church, colonial literature, and collapse of the Spanish colonial empire. IAI S2 910N

HIS 234                                                                                                                                3:3:0
History of
Latin America, 1825 to 1945

Course surveys political, social, economic and cultural development of Central and South America from independence to beginning of the Cold War. Content focus is on role of literature, film, music and popular art in understanding complexities of Latin American history. IAI S2 911N

HIS 235                                                                                                                                3:3:0
Women in American History

Course examines women’s roles and accomplishments throughout the history of the United States.

HIS 236                                                                                                                                3:3:0
Women in Western Civilization

Course examines women’s roles and accomplishments in Western civilization from prehistory to the present.

HIS 240                                                                                                                                3:3:0
History of
Illinois

Course surveys the history of Illinois, with emphasis on how growth of industrialization and urbanization has affected state development.

HIS 260                                                                                                                                3:3:0
History of Soviet
Russia

Course introduces Soviet Russian history. Content includes politics, economics, culture, thought and life from the Bolshevik Revolution of 1917 to the breakup of the Soviet Union.

HIS 290                                                                                                                      1-4:0-4:0-4
Topics in History

Course explores major historical issues and/or periods of history that are related to history courses taught at the College. Course has different focus and/or scope than the courses currently offered in the department and can be repeated on different topics up to three times for up to nine credit hours. Prerequisite may vary by topic.                                                                                  Fee varies

Health Information Technology
(formerly Medical Record Technology/
Medical Transcriptionist)

HIT 101                                                                                                                                4:3:2
Introduction to Medical Transcription
(offered fall semester only)

Course develops speed and accuracy in transcription of correspondence and medical reports with physician-dictated media organized by medical specialty. Associated pharmacy vocabulary integrated by body system. Content includes grammar and punctuation review, editing and proofreading, efficient use of medical references and other resources, practical experience in transcription for medical offices and clinics. Prerequisite: HIT 104 with minimum grade of C, or concurrent enrollment, or knowledge of medical terminology as demonstrated by proficiency exam. Recommended: Hands-on experience with Windows-based word processing software and keyboarding ability of 40 words per minute.                Fee $20

HIT 102                                                                                                                                4:3:2
Advanced Medical Transcription
(offered spring semester only)

Course continues to develop speed and accuracy using more advanced physician-dictated media organized by medical specialty. Associated pharmacy vocabulary expanded. Focus on mastering use of medical references. Practical experience in surgical specialties and hospital-based medical reports. Prerequisites: HIT 101 and HIT 104 with minimum grades of C or consent of instructor. Fee $20

HIT 103                                                                                                                                1:1:0
Introduction to the Medical Language

Course offers brief overview of medical terminology suitable for developing basic vocabulary. Content includes deciphering, building and understanding medical terms by studying their parts. (Course does not substitute for HIT 104.)

HIT 104                                                                                                                                3:3:0
Medical Terminology

Course presents medical terminology through study of medical word roots, prefixes and suffixes. Focus on relationships among symptomatic, disease, and procedural terms.

HIT 105                                                                                                                                1:1:0
Advanced Medical Terminology

Course continues study of medical terminology. Content includes medical word roots, prefixes, suffixes and combining forms that relate to pharmacology, oncology, radiology, nuclear medicine and psychiatry. Prerequisite: HIT 104.

HIT 106                                                                                                                                3:2:3
Classification of Health Data-ICD-9-CM

Course covers classification systems employed to organize medical information for future retrieval. Focus is on ICD-9-CM classification system including use for prospective payment systems. Work focuses on acquiring skills in coding diseases and procedures and abstracting medical data. Hands-on experience in coding hospital records. Prerequisite: HIT 104, HIT 121 and BIO 131 with minimum grades of C; BIO 132 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment.                                                                                                    Fee $50

HIT 113                                                                                                                                2:2:0
ICD-9-CM Coding for the Physician Office

Course presents use of ICD-9-CM coding system to assign diagnostic codes to patient-physician encounters. After learning basic steps in code selection, focus is on applying skill to physician practice setting. Prerequisite: HIT 104 with minimum grade of C, or concurrent enrollment, or knowledge of medical terminology as demonstrated by proficiency exam.    Fee $20

HIT 114                                                                                                                                2:2:0
CPT Coding for the Physician Office

Course introduces CPT coding system. Focus is on use of system in a physician office. Prerequisite: HIT 104 with minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment, or knowledge of medical terminology as demonstrated by proficiency exam.                                                                                                                       Fee $20

HIT 115                                                                                                                                1:1:0
Insurance Procedures for the Medical Office: Medicare

Course provides in-depth study of Medicare insurance system. Focus is on knowledge of terminology and guidelines involved in claim filing process. Topics also include understanding of Medicare reimbursement policies, appeal rights, and CMS’s current efforts to curtail healthcare fraud and abuse. Prerequisites: HIT 113 and either HIT 114 or HIT 170, all with minimum grades of C or concurrent enrollment.Recommended: Hands-on experience with word processing in Windows, or equivalent coursework.                                                                            Fee $10

HIT 116                                                                                                                                1:1:0
Insurance Procedures for the Medical Office: Non-Medicare

Introductory course gives instruction in health records and insurance processing procedures in the medical office. Focus is on correlating health information with billing procedures. Prerequisites: HIT 113 and either HIT 114 or HIT 170, all with minimum grades of C or concurrent enrollment. Recommended: Hands-on experience with word processing in Windows, or equivalent coursework.                 Fee $10

HIT 120                                                                                                                                1:1:0
Evaluation and Management Coding in CPT

Course presents in-depth study of the Evaluation and Management section of CPT coding system. Based on knowledge of key definitions required in Evaluation and Management coding. Focus on auditing documentation and validating code selection. Includes discussion of categories of service, modifier usage, and payment methodologies. Prerequisites: HIT 114 or HIT 170 with minimum grades of C, or consent of instructor. Recommended: Hands-on experience with word processing in Windows, or equivalent coursework.                 Fee $10

HIT 121                                                                                                                                3:2:2
Fundamentals of Health Information Management

Course examines sources of health information and relationship with health agencies. Content includes study of origin and purpose, content, order, analysis and use of medical records, methods of compiling, numbering, retrieving and retention of health information. Prerequisites: Acceptance into Health Information Technology program; HIT 104 and BIO 131 with minimum grades of C or concurrent enrollment. Recommended: Hands-on computer experience using word processing in Windows.                                                          Fee $30

HIT 125                                                                                                                                1:1:0
Medical Billing Practices

Course concentrates on mastery of guidelines and requirements for efficient and compliant healthcare claims filing. Content includes advanced coding scenarios that incorporate proper diagnosis and procedure code selection, correct modifier usage, appropriate HCPCS code utilization, surgical package billing concepts, and accurate analysis of claims. Current issues and new guidelines also incorporated. Prerequisites:HIT 115, HIT 116 and HIT 120, all with minimum grades of C or concurrent enrollment. Recommended: Hands-on experience with word processing in Windows, or equivalent coursework.                                                                                                                                        Fee $10

HIT 130                                                                                                                                2:1:2
Health Statistics and Registries

Course surveys sources and uses of health data in the United States. Content includes collection of data, commonly used computations, and the presentation and reporting of data. Function and use of registries with emphasis on Tumor Registry studied. Prerequisites: HIT 104, HIT 121 and BIO 131 with minimum grades of C; BIO 132 with minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment. Fee $25

HIT 151                                                                                                                                3:2:2
Advanced Surgical and Specialty Transcription

(offered summer semester only)
Course concentrates on increasing speed and accuracy of proficiency in surgical report transcription. Experience is provided in advanced specialty and general surgical transcription. Prerequisite: HIT 102 with minimum grade of C or consent of instructor.          Fee $20

HIT 170                                                                                                                                2:2:1
CPT Coding

Course covers basic principles of CPT coding in hospital-based environments. Students develop skills in using CPT to report reimbursable services. Prerequisite: HIT 104, HIT 121, and BIO 131 with minimum grades of C or consent of instructor.     Fee $25

HIT 180                                                                                                                                3:3:0
Issues in Medical Office Management

Course addresses significant operational issues unique to medical office setting. Content includes optimizing reimbursement in a changing healthcare delivery system; relationships with staff, patients, and outside agencies; problems with confidentiality; and evaluation of payer contracts. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.                                                                                                     Fee $20

HIT 185                                                                                                                                3:2:5
Practicum: Medical Office Management

Course provides opportunities to experience projects and on-site activities that broaden skills in medical practice management. Topics may include business plan development, leadership, personnel recruitment, supervision, compensation and benefits, reimbursement cycle, fee analysis, legal and regulatory issues, quality improvement and risk management activities, managed care implications, accreditation and regulatory standards, marketing strategies and software applications. Prerequisite: HIT 180 with minimum grade of C and consent of instructor.
Fee $20

HIT 191                                                                                                                                1:1:0
Healthcare Communication Systems

Course covers basics of communication used in health care delivery systems. Content includes terminology and essential concepts of health information systems. Student practice in application of software common to healthcare setting. Recommended: Hands-on computer experience using software in Windows.

HIT 192                                                                                                                                1:1:0
Managing Healthcare Information

Course provides an overview of varied automated administrative and financial systems used in healthcare environment. Content includes terminology, essential concepts and software used for administrative, financial and relational database applications. Recommended: Hands-on computer experience using software in Windows.

HIT 193                                                                                                                                1:1:0
Electronic Health Records

Course focuses on structure of electronic health records (EHRs). Content includes overview of health care industry’s transitioning to electronic health record systems, components of EHRs, technologies used for input into EHRs, and privacy and security issues affecting access to and use of patient information. Recommended: Hands-on computer experience using software in Windows.

HIT 201                                                                                                                                3:3:0
Fundamentals of Medical Science

Course provides introduction to medical science. Content includes study of nature and cause of disease, treatment and management of patients, and practical application of knowledge by health information management professional. Prerequisite: HIT 105 with minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment; HIT 106, HIT 170, and BIO 132 with minimum grades of C; and consent of instructor or department chair.
 Fee $50.                                                                   

HIT 221                                                                                                                                3:3:0
Quality Improvement and Assessment in Healthcare

Course focuses on quality improvement and assessment in variety of healthcare settings. Content includes implementation of quality tools and techniques as related to health information department activities of acute care hospitals, long term care facilities, behavioral health settings, hospital outpatient and emergency departments, and ambulatory care settings, and quality issues related to medical staff activities. Prerequisite: HIT 106, HIT 130, HIT 201, and BIO 132 with minimum grades of C; and consent of instructor or department chair.     Fee $15

HIT 222                                                                                                                                3:3:0
Supervisory and Legal Aspects

Course studies impact of legal system on health information. Focus is on the health record as a legal document, and effect of confidential communication laws, including HIPAA, on release of information and use of health information. Content includes management principles and supervisory role in healthcare organizations. Prerequisites: Consent of instructor or department chair.    Fee $15

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