ACC 153

Principles of Financial Accounting--Parts I and II

Eliminate prerequisite

ACC 154

Principles of Managerial Accounting

Change prerequisite to: ACC 153. Concurrent enrollment in ACC 153 only allowed with the consent of the instructor or chairperson.

ACC 164

Computerized Spreadsheeting Applications for Financial Accounting

Change prerequisite to: ACC 153.

ACC 260

Auditing

Change prerequisite to: ACC 242, or concurrent enrollment in ACC 242.

ACC 266

Advanced Accounting

Change prerequisite to: ACC 242, or concurrent enrollment in ACC 242.

ACC 274

Advanced Tax Accounting

Change prerequisite to: ACC 244 or consent of the instructor or chairperson.

ACC 290

Topics in Accounting

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

Add a 13 semester credit hour Boiler Operations Certificate (#0067).

Revise electives in the major requirements for the A.A.S. in Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Technology (#0060); total semester credit hours remains the same.

AHR 209 3:3:0

Low Pressure Steam Boilers and Operation

This course covers low pressure steam boilers and principles of boiler operation. A complete boiler setup from feedwater systems to boiler and piping layout and assembly, combustion accessories, steam accessories and draft control is covered. Boiler room operation and safety are emphasized. A workbook is used to answer questions related to each chapter.

AHR 210 3:3:0

Medium and High Pressure Steam Boilers and Operation

This course covers medium and high pressure steam boilers as per ASME code standards. Basic boiler room systems, fittings and accessories, feedwater heaters, desuperheating and pressure reducing stations, fuel combustion and draft, combustion controls are thoroughly covered. Students learn the proper practices of boiler requirements to function properly and safely. This is a classroom course only

Prerequisite: AHR 209.

AHR 206

Hydronics Technology

Change title to: Residential Hot Water Boilers and Hydronics Technology

Change course description

ANT 293 3:1:6

Archaeology Field Methods

This course covers archaeological field techniques and includes instruction in excavation, recording, surveying and mapping. Also included are research design methods, laboratory analysis, and the preparation of research reports. The class will be conducted at an approved archaeological site and will be comprised of field work supplemented with lectures and discussions. Field methods may be taught at a variety of approved archaeological locations, both inside and outside of the United States.

Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor.

ANT 290

Topics in Anthropology

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

Change prerequisite to: Varies depending on the specific topic.

Selected Topics in Architecture and Construction

Change title to: Topics in Architecture and Construction

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

Add prerequisite: Varies depending on the specific topic.

ART 117 3:0:6

Digital Photography

This course is an introduction to the potentials and realities of digital photography. It covers the fundamentals of photography and how they relate to digital imaging. Basic electronic imaging principles are taught as well as scanning techniques. The digital darkroom is constructed and the software necessary to use in digital photography is explored.

ART 120 3:3:0

Introduction to Museum Studies

This introductory course emphasizes the role of the curator in the museum field, especially in the areas of collection management and exhibit preparation. Although the course focuses on the art museum, the basic principles also apply to other types of museums such as history, science or nature. The William A. Koehnline Gallery at the Des Plaines campus serves as a lab for this course.

ART 224 3:0:6

Graphic Design I

This course explores the fundamental concepts of visual design which range from the functional aspects of design, such as communication and the production process, to the visual aspects of design. The course uses vector drawing as the medium for examining the design process.

Prerequisite: ART 105.

ART 270 3:0:6

3D Illustration

This course covers the fundamentals of 3D image making. Traditional use of media and compositional skills are taught in combination with the technical material necessary to produce high-end illustrative art. Special emphasis is put on landscape, seascape and urbanscape imaging. Final output will involve large size printing.

Prerequisite: ART 250.

ART 271 3:0:6

Advanced Multimedia Authoring

This course assumes a basic knowledge of Macromedia Director as a tool for multimedia design and production. Students gain an in-depth understanding of how media such as sound, video, Flash, QTVR, fonts, text and graphics are controlled by Lingo to create interactive presentations. The final output is to CD-ROM and the web (via Shockwave). Practical and aesthetic considerations go hand in hand as the students work on projects such as games, instructional or promotional pieces, or other kinds of artistic expression through multimedia. Integration with the Internet is stressed.

Prerequisite: ART 264 or instructor’s consent.

ART 225

Layout Design and Typography

Change prerequisite to: ART 224 or CAS 225.

ART 259

Web Graphics, Animation and Multimedia

Add prerequisite: ART 216.

ART 265

Prepress and Press

Change prerequisite to: CAS 165 or both ART 224 and ART 225.

For the Basic Nurse Assistant Training Certificate (#0037), add BNA 105 to requirements; total semester credit hours for certificate increases from 6 to 7.

BNA 105 1:1:0

Basic Nurse Assistant Job Training

This course is designed as a co-requisite to assist the student to understand today’s health care workplace and the role of the CNA. The focus is to help the student who is currently enrolled in BNA 100 gain the job search techniques necessary to obtain employment in the health care field, e.g., hospitals, long term care and home health.

Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in BNA 100.

BIO 290

Topics in Biology

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

BUS 292

Special Topics in Business

change title to: Topics in Business

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

CHM 290

Topics in Chemistry

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

COL 100 1-2:1-2:0

Introduction to College Skills

This course is designed to introduce students to skills to enhance their chances for success in college. Topics include: introduction to college life; learning strategies and styles; self assessment and awareness; computer literacy. This course may be repeated up to two times for a maximum of 4 credits. Students cannot receive credit for both COL 100 and COL 101.

COL 101

College Success Seminar

Add the following sentence to the course description: Students cannot receive credit for both COL 100 and COL 101.

COL 105

Computing for College Success II

Add prerequisite: COL 104 or basic word processing skills.

CAD 290

Topics in CAD

change title to: Topics in Computer-Aided Design

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

Add an 11 semester credit hour Microsoft Office User Specialist Core Certificate (#0133).

Change requirements for the Desktop Design Certificate (#0311); total semester credit hours for the certificate remains the same.

CAS 226 3:3:1

Advanced Adobe Illustrator

This course goes beyond the use of basic Illustrator tools and is designed to expand the use of the tools to create projects common to commercial graphic art production. Topics are: an introduction to Color Management, Technical Illustration, Map Making and Charts, Web Images, Point of Purchase, all with an emphasis toward building a portfolio using Adobe Illustrator as a tool.

Prerequisite: CAS 225, ART 224 or basic knowledge of Illustrator fundamentals.

CAS 251 3:2:10

Internship Experience

This course consists of direct work experience for at least ten hours per week in a computer-related environment, applying previously learned skills and knowledge to daily work activities. Students also work closely with a discipline-related instructor, and meet in a classroom setting weekly to integrate work experience with classroom activities.

Prerequisite: Completion of a minimum of 15 credits in CAS or COT with a grade of C or better in each course and consent of instructor or chairperson.

CAS 131

Electronic Spreadsheeting for PCs

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 2:2:1

CAS 290

Topics in Computer Application Software

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

Add a 36 semester credit hour Visual Basic Programmer Certificate (#0134).

CIS 101

Introduction to Computer Information Systems

Change course description and outline of topics.

CIS 113

Introduction to Visual Basic Programming

Change course description and outline of topics

Change prerequisite to: CIS 101 or CIS 103, CIS 105, and ability to manage files using Windows, or consent of instructor or chairperson. One year of high school algebra or equivalent is strongly recommended.

CIS 213

Advanced Visual Basic Programming

Change title to: Advanced Topics in Visual Basic Programming

Change course description and outline of topics

Change prerequisite to: CIS 105, CIS 113, CIS 210, and WWW 131 or consent of instructor or chairperson.

CIS 251

Job Experience or Case Study

Change title to: Internship Experience

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 3:2:10

Change prerequisite to: Completion of a minimum of 15 credits in CIS or CAS with a grade of C or better in each course and consent of instructor or chairperson.

CIS 290

Topics in Computer Information Systems

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

COT 251

Computer Office Technology Internship

Change title to: Internship Experience

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 3:2:10

Change prerequisite to: Completion of a minimum of 15 credits in COT or CAS with a grade of C or better in each course and consent of instructor or chairperson.

COT 290

Topics in Computer Office Technology

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

CSC 156 3:3:1

Java Computer Science I

This is a first course in computer programming from the basic through the intermediate levels. Students design, implement and debug maintainable Java programs demonstrating applications from business and computer sciences. Abstract data types and object oriented methods enhance the study of elementary data structures.

Prerequisite: MAT 125 or any higher numbered mathematics course.

CSC 241 3:3:1

Java Data Structures

This continuation of CSC 156 is a first course in the study of data structures. Elementary methods of complexity analysis are applied to algorithms that manipulate dynamic and static data structures. Object oriented programming techniques are utilized to implement lists, trees, tables, graphs and other classes using the Java language. Algorithms emphasize sorting and searching methods.

Prerequisite: CSC 156 or instructor’s approval required, MAT 143 or higher recommended.

CSC 155

Computer Science I

Change title to: C++ Computer Science I

CSC 202

C/UNIX Programming

Change prerequisite to: CSC 155 or any higher numbered CSC course or instructor’s consent

CSC 204

Computer Architecture and Organization

Change prerequisite to: CSC 155 or any higher numbered CSC course or instructor’s consent

CSC 240

Data Structures

Change title to: C++ Data Structures

CSC 255

Change prerequisite to: either CSC 240 or CSC 241 and either MAT 143 or instructor’s consent

CSC 290

Topics in Computer Science

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

ECE 128 3:3:0

Language Development of Young Children

This course provides in-depth knowledge of typical and atypical language development in children from birth through school age. The relationship between language and literacy is explored. Emphasis is placed on bilingualism and language development in a cultural context. Language observation experiences are required.

ECE 270

Change course description and learning objectives

EAS 290

Topics in Earth Science

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

Add a 16 semester credit hour Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Certificate (#0170).

Revise requirements for A.A.S. in Electronics and Computer Technology (#0165); total semester credit hours remains the same.

Change the requirements for Engineering A.S.E. (#0850); total semester credit hours remains the same.

ENG 250 4:3:2

Introduction to Digital Systems

An introduction to computer engineering, this course is designed for transfer to electrical and computer engineering programs. Topics include representation of information; binary system; Boolean algebra; switching circuits, combinational switching circuits, and sequential switching circuits; macro-circuits; and wired and stored program processor concepts. Laboratory work is required.

Prerequisite: PHY 222.

EGL 203 3:3:0

Writing Poetry

This course offers students exposure to and practice in writing various forms of poetry. Basic elements and techniques of writing poetry are explored, including the line, meter, free verse, imagery, and metaphor. The emphasis is on development of individual writing style.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of EGL 101 or consent of instructor or chairperson.

EGL 201

Creative Writing I

Change title to: Introduction to Creative Writing

EGL 202

Creative Writing II

Change title to: Writing Fiction

Change course description

Change prerequisite to: Successful completion of EGL 101 or consent of instructor or chairperson.

EGL 290

Topics in Literature

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

Change prerequisite to: Varies depending on the specific topic.

FIS 290

Special Topics in Financial Services

Change title to: Topics in Financial Services

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

Add a 30 semester credit hour Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic Certificate (#0182).

GEG 120

Introduction to Geography

Change course description

GEG 122

Cultural Geography

Add one sentence to the course description

GEG 290

Topics in Geography

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

HUM 220 3:3:0

Non-Western Humanities

This course offers an interdisciplinary survey of the intellectual and artistic achievements of several non-Western cultures through the examination of literature, philosophy, visual art, music, and other performing arts. This course may focus on two or three cultures. Alternatively, it may focus on one culture while also investigating the influence this culture has had on other non-Western cultures.

HUM 290

Topics in Humanities

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

ITR 210

International Logistics

Change course description

ITR 236

Intercultural Marketing/Communications

Change title to: International Business Communications

Change course description

ITR 290

Special Topics in International Trade

Change title to: Topics in International Trade

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

Revise the requirements for the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) Certificate (#0131); total semester credit hours increases to 38.

LAN 170 3:3:0

Windows 2000 Professional

This course provides students with hands-on work administering a single and multiple domain Microsoft Windows 2000 network. Tasks include handling user group accounts, resource management, permissions and ownership, printing, security, and backup.

Prerequisite: LAN 150 or consent of instructor or chairperson.

LAN 171 3:3:0

Windows 2000 Server

This course provides students with the skills to install and configure a Windows 2000 Local Area Network (LAN). Tasks include system design, install and configure, work with system policies, partitions, files, volumes, and support of applications running under Windows 2000. Work is done on the server and includes remote access service (RAS), MS Internet service, and NetWare compatibility.

Prerequisite: LAN 170 or consent of instructor or chairperson.

LAN 172 3:3:1

Implementing Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure

This hands-on course enables the student to install and configure Windows 2000 networking services; implement secure communications across the network; connect to NetWare, Macintosh, and UNIX; support remote users; and centrally manage the Windows 2000 network.

Prerequisite: LAN 171.

LAN 173 3:3:1

Implementing and Administering Windows 2000 Directory Services

Active Directory is the most valuable and complex feature of Windows 2000. This hands-on course covers the planning, design, installation, configuration and administration of a Windows 2000 Active Directory structure.

Prerequisite: LAN 172.

LAN 251 3:2:10

Internship Experience

This course consists of direct work experience for at least ten hours per week in a computer-related environment, applying previously learned skills and knowledge to daily work activities. Students also work closely with a discipline-related instructor, and meet in a classroom setting weekly to integrate work experience with classroom activities.

Prerequisite: Completion of a minimum of 15 credits in LAN with a grade of C or better in each course and consent of instructor or chairperson.

LAN 271 3:3:1

Designing Windows 2000 Network Security

In this course, the student learns to use the new security features of Windows 2000 including Kerberos authentication protocol, Public Key Infrastructure, IPSec, Certificate Servers.

Prerequisite: LAN 173.

LAN 272 3:3:1

Designing a Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure

This hands-on course enables the student to design a Network Services Infrastructure for Windows 2000. Selected topics include Protocol Design, Routing Solutions, DHCP-DNS-WINS Solutions, Connectivity and Remote Access.

Prerequisite: LAN 173.

LAN 273 3:3:1

Designing a Windows 2000 Directory Services Infrastructure

Designing an Active Directory is one of the most important features of Windows 2000. This is a hands-on course that features the design of a Domain Structure, Tree and Forest Structure, an organizational Unit Structure and other related topics.

Prerequisite: LAN 173.

LAN 290 1-4:0-4:0-4

Topics in Local Area Networks

This course will cover a variety of different topics current with technological advances in Local Area Networks. Topics will be identified for each section of the course and students may repeat the course three times with different topics.

Prerequisite: Varies depending on the specific topic.

For the Machine Technology Apprenticeship Certificate (#0255), change the electives; total credit hours for the certificate remains the same.

MTA 107 3:2:3

Intermediate Machine Shop Practice

Students develop competence in basic machining techniques of turning, milling, drilling, grinding, and competence in applying appropriate techniques for working with the basic machining materials of metals, plastics, tool steel, brass and cold rolled steel. Students develop plans for and carry out the manufacture of a variety of approved artifacts designed to demonstrate competence in working with each basic machine and a variety of materials.

Prerequisite: MTA 106 or a suitable machining background or consent of the instructor

MTA 103

Advanced Machine Technology

Change title to: Machine Technology

Add a 31 semester credit hour Executive Support Specialist Certificate (#0233).

Add a 18 semester credit hour Professional Consulting Certificate(#0234).

Add a 21 semester credit hour Human Resource Specialist Certificate (#0235).

Revise requirements for the Leadership Excellence Certificate (#0223); total semester credit hours for the certificate remains the same.

MGT 105 4:4:0

Understanding and Applying Business Skills

This course provides a basic understanding of business and the skills employers want most regardless of specific academic background. The class covers the basics of personal development planning, supervision and teamwork, quality, bookkeeping, sales and marketing, customer service, and planning and goal-setting. The focus is on developing basic knowledge and skills that would be expected of a new employee.

MGT 170 3:3:0

Training and Development

This course introduces the field of training and development, and is intended for those who have responsibility for training or human resources development within their organization, or for those exploring training as a career. It defines the skills necessary to design and implement a training program, including the roles and responsibilities of trainers and unique characteristics of adult learners. Current trends and career opportunities are addressed.

Prerequisite: MGT 165 or consent of instructor.

MGT 175 4:4:0

Executive Support Management

This course introduces the field of training and development, and is intended for those who have responsibility for training or human resources development within their organization, or for those exploring training as a career. It defines the skills necessary to design and implement a training program, including the roles and responsibilities of trainers and unique characteristics of adult learners. Current trends and career opportunities are addressed.

MGT 203 3:3:0

Building a Consulting Practice

This course provides the student with knowledge and tools to build a successful consulting practice. It focuses on the business aspects of consulting including defining the scope of the practice, identifying skills necessary, business development, market definition, promotion and sales, legal aspects of consulting, customer service, administrative systems, project management, pricing and billing, and workload planning.

MGT 204 3:3:0

The Consulting Process

This course provides the student with knowledge and practice in process consulting skills. Students learn how to help the client identify their needs, set goals in terms of those needs, define a change process to obtain the goals, and evaluate progress toward goals. The focus of the course is developing interpersonal and organizational consulting skills that will foster successful consulting interventions.

MGT 228 3:3:0

Organizational Change Leadership

This course provides an understanding of change processes within an organization. It provides an understanding of both technical and behavioral aspects of change so that students will be able to plan for, implement, and evaluate change strategies. Students learn about the relationship between strategy and organizational structure, organizational restructuring and its outcomes, leadership skills and behaviors associated with successful change, creating a transition environment, developing measures for evaluating the success of change efforts, dealing with resistance to change, and institutionalizing change.

MGT 229 3:3:0

Organizational Effectiveness Management

This course provides students with an understanding of: the development of the concept of organizational effectiveness; selected models of effectiveness and their utility in various organizations; basic measurement and quality theory; and development and application of measurement models within organizations. At the completion of the class, students should be able to lead efforts to measure effectiveness within their organizations.

MGT 266 3:3:0

Employee Selection and Staffing

Effective organizational performance can be highly dependent on the proper hiring and assessment of personnel. This course covers the fundamental principles and practices of the personnel staffing, recruiting and selection function involved in human resource management.

Prerequisite: MGT 165 or consent of instructor.

MGT 290

Special Topics in Management

Change title to: Topics in Management

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

MFG 290

Topics in CNC

Change title to: Topics in Computer Numerical Control

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

MFG 292

Topics in Manufacturing

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

Add a 22 credit hour Pharmaceutical Sales Certificate (#0438).

Add a 27 credit hour Direct Marketing Certificate (#0439).

For the A.A.S. in Marketing Management (#0265), revise the requirements; total semester credit hours remains the same.

For the Marketing Management Certificate (#0444), revise the requirements; total semester credit hours remains the same.

For the Business Marketing Certificate (#0445), revise the requirements; total semester credit hours increases from 12 to 15.

For the Marketing Communications Certificate (#0446), revise the requirements; total semester credit hours increases from 24 to 27.

For the International Marketing Certificate (#0449), revise the requirements; total semester credit hours remains the same.

For the Retail Merchandise Management Certificate (#0451), revise the requirements; total semester credit hours remains the same.

For the Interactive Marketing Certificate (#0456), revise the requirements; change the name to: e-Business Certificate; total semester credit hours increases from 18 to 24.

For the Advertising Certificate (#0457), revise requirements; total semester credit hours increases from 21 to 24.

For the Public Relations Certificate (#0458), revise requirements; total semester credit hours remains the same.

MKT 247 3:3:0

Cases in Public Relations Management

This course takes a case study approach to examine how a variety of companies have dealt with public relations issues.

Prerequisite: MKT 240 and MKT 244.

MKT 267 3:3:0

Internet Direct Marketing

This course covers how to create, send and track the responses of an e-mail marketing campaign, from selecting products, developing the offer, obtaining lists, and composing e-mail sales letters, to fulfilling orders and measuring the response. Students will develop an Internet direct mail campaign.

Prerequisite: MKT 165 and MKT 239.

MKT 268 3:3:0

Global Digital Marketing

In this course, students learn to develop a global marketing plan that uses digital and online technology. Students also learn how to effectively utilize the world wide web to expand business into foreign markets.

Prerequisite: MKT 131 and MKT 165.

MKT 271 3:3:0

Brand Marketing

This course emphasizes the importance of brand identity in the integrated marketing communications strategy. Students learn how to build a "value-added" brand in today’s competitive market place. The use of a name, logo and a corporate identity are be examined in creating and marketing brand equity for a company. Students will develop a brand building advertising plan incorporating traditional and new digital technologies.

Prerequisite: MKT 131.

MKT 225

Business and Service Marketing

Change title to: Business Marketing

Change course description

MKT 227

Product Management

Change course description

MKT 265

Marketing Strategies for the Internet

Change title to: Internet Marketing

Change prerequisite to: MKT 131 or MKT 165 or WWW 131

MKT 290

Special Topics in Marketing

Change title to: Topics in Marketing

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

MKT 220

Marketing Communications for Retailers

MKT 228

Promotion Management

MAT 290 1-4:0-4:0-4

Topics in Mathematics

This course will cover a variety of different topics during different semesters. Topics are selected from amongst current advances and faculty expertise. Typical course concentrations might be History of Mathematics or Introduction to Mathematical Modeling. Check with the instructor and the latest college class listings for details. Course may be repeated up to three times for a maximum of nine semester credit hours.

Prerequisite: Varies depending on the specific topic.

MAT 114

Applied Mathematics I

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 4:4:0

Eliminate prerequisite

CHI 101, FRE 101, GER 101, HBW 101, ITL 101, JPN 101, KOR 101, POL 101, RUS 101, SPN 101

Eliminate prerequisite; add the following to the course descriptions:

Add a 7 semester credit hour NCLEX-RN Preparation for Graduate Nurses Certificate (# 0325).

Add a 7 semester credit hour Introduction to Community Health for the Registered Nurse Certificate (#0326).

For the A.A.S. in Nursing (#0320), eliminate HIT 190 from degree requirements and add new courses NUR 155, 160 and 260 to degree requirements; total semester credit hours for A.A.S. degree remains the same.

NUR 155 1:1:0

Nursing Informatics

This course introduces the knowledge and skills necessary for the use of information technology by nurses in relation to patient care, the education of nurses, and clients and health care facility administration. It is designed to make students aware of the legal and ethical issues associated with the use of nursing informatics. The course explores information technology related to clinical bedside practice, inpatient and outpatient monitoring, documentation, accessing research findings, education, health promotion, patient teaching, and ergonomics.

Prerequisite: Consent of chairperson.

NUR 160 1:1:0

Pharmacotherapeutics I

This is an advanced course in pharmacology that focuses on nursing implications in assessing patient's responses to pharmacotherapeutics. The student uses the nursing process in the administration of drug therapies within the disciplines of gerontology, maternity, and psychiatric nursing.

Prerequisite: BIO 111 or equivalent; concurrent enrollment in the clinical nursing course or nursing chairperson's consent.

NUR 260 1:1:0

Pharmacotherapeutics II

This is an advanced course in pharmacology that focuses on nursing implications in assessing patient's responses to pharmacotherapeutics. The student uses the nursing process in the administration of drug therapies within the disciplines of pediatrics and medical-surgical nursing.

Prerequisite: BIO 111 or equivalent; concurrent enrollment in the clinical nursing course or chairperson's consent.

NUR 261 7:5:6

NCLEX-RN Preparation for Graduate Nurses

This course is a review of basic professional nursing practice for the graduate nurse preparing for National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). It provides both didactic and clinical experience to meet state requirements. Knowledge of professional nursing practice is assumed and necessary to be successful in the course.

Prerequisite: Graduate of a Professional Nursing Program who has not passed NCLEX within 3 years after graduation. Assessment testing as assigned by chairperson.

NUR 265 7:3:12

Introduction to Community Health for the Registered Nurse

This is a post associate degree nursing course designed to prepare recent graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary to work in community settings. The focus is on refining skills such as assessment, critical thinking and case management that will allow the graduate to function independently in community health care agencies. Emphasis is on teaching culturally competent care for a diverse client population. The students work with preceptors in various community health care agencies in the clinical portion of the course.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of a Professional Registered Nursing Program and Illinois RN Licensure.

NUR 153

Introduction to Registered Nursing for the Licensed Practical Nurse

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1:1:0

Change course prerequisite to: Completion of all requirements for advanced placement into the ADN program to include NSC 113 and MAT 102; except BIO 111; National League for Nursing Mobility Test with score at the 68th percentile or better; State of Illinois approved pharmacology course or equivalent; clinical experience as an LPN in health care setting for at least 6 months within last 3 years.

PHL 215 3:3:0

Non-Western Philosophy

This course offers an introduction to the work of selected non-Western philosophers. It includes the philosophical discussion of reality, knowledge, ethics, and political theory.

PHL 120

History of Philosophy I

Change course number to: 230

Change title to: History of Ancient and Medieval Philosophy

Change course description

PHL 121

History of Philosophy II

Change course number to: 231

Change title to: History of Modern Philosophy

Change course description

PHL 290

Topics in Philosophy

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

PTA 290

Topics in Physical Therapist Assistant

1-4:0-4:0-4

Prerequisite: Varies depending on the specific topic.

PTA 240

Advanced Clinical Topics for PTA

Change course number to: 291

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to: 1-4:0-4:0-4

PSY 115 3:3:0

The Psychology of Human Relations

This course focuses on increasing the student’s understanding of and effectiveness in contemporary human relations. Emphasis is on learning the psychological principles of effective human behavior and the healthy adjustment of the individual to the demands of relationships: personal, social and cultural. This course also examines how the formation of identity and the self contribute to one’s ability to form effective human relationships and acquire the skills necessary to maintain them.

PSY 205

Psychology of Aging: Adulthood and Old Age

Change title to: Adult Psychology

PSY 290

Topics in Psychology

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

Change prerequisite to: Varies depending on the specific topic.

SOC 290

Topics in Sociology

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

Change prerequisite to: Varies depending on the specific topic.

SSC 290

Topics in Social Science

Change credit:lecture:lab ratio to 1-4:0-4:0-4

Change prerequisite to: Varies depending on the specific topic.

SPE 115 3:3:0

Interpersonal Communications Across Cultures

This course studies the communication process: communication as action, as interaction, as transaction and focuses on the development, understanding and application of the critical aspects of interpersonal communications involving the self and persons from similar backgrounds, and also the self and persons from different cultures. Interpersonal communications situations include relationships, conflict/resolution, and power.

Prerequisite: EGL 101 or SPE 103 or consent of instructor.

For the Web Site Support and Maintenance Certificate (#0460), add requirements; total semester credit hours increases to 28.

For the Web Programming Certificate (#0461), change the title to: Advanced Web Site Development Certificate; add requirements; total semester credit hours increases to 41.

Change Area A of the General Education Requirements for the A.S.E. (#0850) to read, "EGL 101 and EGL 102"; delete the option for SPE 103; total semester credit hours remains the same.

For the Animation and Multimedia Certificate (#0371), add ART 224 to requirements and decrease electives by 3 hours; total semester credit hours remains the same.

For the Web Graphic Page Design Certificate (#0372), add ART 224 to the requirements; add ART 270 and "elective as approved by program chairperson" to options under electives; reduce electives from 6 credit hours to 3; total semester credit hours remains the same.

For the A.A.S. in Health Information Technology (#0285), change the requirements; total semester credit hours remains the same.

For the Medical Transcription Certificate (#0286), change the requirements; total semester credit hours remains the same.

For the Medical Billing Certificate (#0288), change the requirements; total semester credit hours decreases from 12 to 11.

For the Medical Office Management Certificate (#0289), change the requirements; total semester credit hours decreases from 28 to 26.

HIT 115 1:1:0

Insurance Procedures for the Medical Office: MEDICARE

This course provides an in-depth study of the Medicare insurance system. Emphasis will be placed on knowledge of the terminology and guidelines involved in the claim filing process. An understanding of Medicare reimbursement policies, appeal rights, and HCFA’s current efforts to curtail healthcare fraud and abuse will also be included.

Prerequisites: HIT 113 and HIT 114, or consent of instructor. Hands-on experience with word processing in a Windows environment, or equivalent coursework.

HIT 120 1:1:0

Evaluation and Management Coding in CPT

This course presents an in-depth study of the Evaluation and Management section of the CPT coding system. Based on knowledge of key definitions required in Evaluation and Management coding, students will learn how to audit documentation and validate code selection. Discussion of categories of service, modifier usage, and payment methodologies will also be included.

Prerequisites: HIT 114 or HIT 170, or consent of instructor. Hands-on experience with word processing in a Windows environment, or equivalent coursework.

HIT 125 1:1:0

Seminar: Medical Office Billing

This course concentrates on mastery of the guidelines and requirements for efficient and compliant healthcare claims filing. Topics addressed in this course will include 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 will also be incorporated.

Prerequisites: HIT 115, HIT 116, and HIT 120, or consent of instructor. Hands-on experience with word processing in a Windows environment, or equivalent coursework.

HIT 191 1:1:0

Healthcare Communication Systems

This course covers the basics of communication through information systems used in the health care delivery system. Students will be introduced to the terminology and essential concepts of health information systems. Students will apply common communication software applications common to the healthcare setting.

Prerequisite: Hands-on computer experience using software that runs in a Windows environment.

HIT 192 1:1:0

Managing Healthcare Information

This course provides an overview of the varied automated administrative and financial systems used in the healthcare environment. Students will be introduced to the terminology, essential concepts and software used for administrative, financial and relational database applications.

Prerequisite: Hands-on computer experience using software that runs in a Windows environment.

HIT 193

Computer-based Patient Record 1:1:0

This course will focus on the management of computer-based patient records. The student will receive an overview of how to implement, manage, and secure computer based patient record systems. A study will be made of the regulatory and accreditation requirements including data definitions, retention schedules, and privacy/security issues which affect the access to and the use of computerized patient information. Applications may include computerized health records and informational websites.

Prerequisite: Hands-on computer experience using software that runs in a Windows environment.

HIT 116

Insurance Procedures for the Medical Office

Change title to: Insurance Procedures for the Medical

Office: NON-MEDICARE

Change prerequisite to: HIT 113 and HIT 114, or consent of instructor. Hands-on experience with word processing in a Windows environment, or equivalent coursework.

HIT 117

ICD-9-CM Coding for the Physician Office

Change number to : HIT 113

Change prerequisite to: HIT 104 or consent of instructor.

HIT 118

CPT Coding for the Physician Office

Change number to : HIT 114

Change prerequisite to: HIT 104 or consent of instructor.

HIT 119

Information Management in Medical Offices

HIT 190

Applications in Health Care Information Systems

Add a 15 credit hour Meeting Planning certificate (#0221).

Add a 30 credit hour Advanced Meeting, Convention and Exposition Management certificate (#0222).

HFM 236 3:3:0

Advanced Meeting Planning and Convention Management

Essentially all organizations, including trade associations and government agencies, regularly hold meetings of various sizes. This course provides the basic tools to successfully plan and manage local, national and international meetings and conferences. Course information assists the student in understanding the basic competencies tested in the ISES Certified Special Events Professional (CSEP) and Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) examinations.

Prerequisite: HFM 235 or consent of instructor.

HFM 238 3:3:0

Venues and Site Selection

This course will examine the strengths and weaknesses of each venue category as they are applied to decisions impacting where meetings and special events could be held. This course will also provide insight into the major elements affecting your site selection decision: type of meeting or event, transportation arrangements, safety and security issues, recreational opportunities, spouse/partner programs, legal liabilities, contractual obligations, negotiations and budgeting. In addition to learning from class presentations and printed handouts, you will participate in classroom exercises designed to evaluate your skills. An actual site inspection ordinarily rounds out the curriculum.

Prerequisite: HFM 235 or consent of instructor.

HFM 239 3:3:0

Managing Convention Services

This course examines the logistics of the meeting from the supplier's perspective. The focus is on what happens on site from familiarization tours (FAM trips), pre-convention meetings with site staff, group arrival plans involving transportation and housing registration, room set ups and tear downs, room turns, food and beverage requirements, media services, security and loss prevention and other considerations to insure total customer satisfaction.

Prerequisite: HFM 235 or consent of instructor.

HFM 246 3:3:0

Exposition and Trade Show Management and Marketing

This course helps you understand the growing role of expositions and trade shows in the marketing and sales process, both in the United States and internationally. It provides practical information for designing and managing projects from a trade show exhibit to planning and coordinating an entire exposition.

Prerequisite: HFM 236 or consent of instructor.

HFM 247 3:3:0

Special Events Management

This course is aimed at helping managers develop the skills necessary to design, implement and manage spectacular special events (either as stand alone or within the context of other meetings). The course introduces various components of special events, from concept to conclusion, including designing menus and catering the event, selecting distinctive venues and entertainment (such as celebrities and nationally recognized speakers including former political leaders), and using sound and special effects such as lasers and pyrotechnics. This course will also explore the roles of planners and production companies in coordinating all the vendors and services used in planning the event.

Prerequisite: HFM 235 or consent of instructor.

HUM 165 3:3:0

Introduction to Non-Western Music

This course is an introduction to non-Western music. Musical performance, instruments and basic music theory, and the cultural significance of music will be emphasized. The music of Asian, Middle Eastern, African and other non-Western cultures will be considered.

HUM 220

Non-Western Humanities

Revise course description and generic course syllabus