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2015-2016 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Music |
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MUS 2760 Private Woodwind Instruction 1-2 Credit Hour(s)
This course presents individualized woodwind instruction at student’s level and rate of development.
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MUS 2910 Private Piano III 1-2 Credit Hour(s)
This course presents individualized piano instruction at student’s level and rate of development.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 1910 or permission from Advisor.
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MUS 2950 Private Voice III 1-2 Credit Hour(s)
This course provides individualized voice instruction at student’s level and rate of development.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 1950 or permission from Advisor.
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MUS 2990 Music Seminar 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is an in-depth study in the music field. Topics vary according to student needs.
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Natural Sciences |
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NSCI 1030 Natural Sciences 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course does not meet General Education Requirements. The course includes an application of biological and physical concepts. It also includes an appreciation of man’s relationship with his living and non-living environments.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 0810 and READ 0810 or equivalent.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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NSCI 1031 Natural Sciences Lab 1 Credit Hour(s)
This course consists of laboratory experiments and exercises to accompany NSCI 1030 , as well as application of biological and physical science concepts. It includes an appreciation of man’s relationship with his living and non-living environments.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: NSCI 1030
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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NSCI 2990 Special Topics in Natural Science 1-6 Credit Hour(s)
A series of topics designed to attract students from all academic areas. Special topics titles are published in the class schedule as the topics are offered. Emphasis on appreciation of the natural sciences and their application to humanity.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 0810 and READ 0810 or equivalent.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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Nursing |
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NURS 1114 Foundations of Nursing 4 Credit Hour(s)
This course introduces the student to the basic concepts of man as a unique individual having basic needs and the capability for adaptive responses to maintain health. With emphasis on the assessment component of the nursing process, the student focuses on the adult client’s adaptation to internal or external stressors in the environment.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the nursing program; eligibility for college-level courses.
Corequisite(s): BIOL 2010 , NURS 1126 , and NURS 1141
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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NURS 1126 Foundations Clinical 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course introduces the student to the components of the nursing process in identifying the basic needs of the adult client. Assessment skills are emphasized in identifying internal and external stressors and adaptive responses that adult clients experience in the maintenance or promotion of health. Health care environments include community senior citizen centers, skilled nursing facilities, and hospital settings.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the nursing program; eligibility for college-level courses.
Corequisite(s): BIOL 2010 , NURS 1114 , and NURS 1141
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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NURS 1141 Dosages and Solutions 2 Credit Hour(s)
This course provides information essential for calculating dosages and understanding drug orders and labels. The student learns and practices the skills of dosages and calculations. Students learn to recognize common abbreviations and select correct dosages for medication administration. Critical thinking skills are applied to medication situations to emphasize the importance of accuracy and the avoidance of medication errors.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Nursing program, eligibility to enroll in college-level courses.
Corequisite(s): NURS 1114 , NURS 1126 , BIOL 2010
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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NURS 1213 Adult Health Nursing I 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course utilizes the nursing process in promoting the adult client’s adaptation to internal and external stressors as it relates to the promotion and maintenance of health. Emphasis is placed upon meeting the adult client’s basic needs. Physiological, psychosocial, pathophysiological, and health teaching aspects of client care in acute health care environments are explored. Problem-solving and critical thinking skills are used to promote the client’s adaptive responses to the interruption of health. This is a half semester course.
Prerequisite(s): NURS 1114 , NURS 1126 , NURS 1141 , BIOL 2010 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 1226 , NURS 1613 , NURS 1626 , BIOL 2020 and
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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NURS 1226 Adult Health Nursing I Clinic 2 Credit Hour(s)
This course uses the nursing process to plan and provide interventions to assist an adult client in meeting basic needs in the hospital environment. The student has opportunities to assist the client in the adaptation to stressors, and in the maintenance and promotion of health. Emphasis is placed on the development of skills in assessment, clinical decision making, communication, and teaching/learning. This is a half-semester course.
Prerequisite(s): NURS 1114 , NURS 1126 , NURS 1141 , BIOL 2010 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 1213 , NURS 1613 , NURS 1626 , BIOL 2020 and
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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NURS 1613 Nursing of the Childbearing Family 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course focuses on the adaptation of the pregnant client and her family to internal and external stressors needed to meet basic needs. The nursing process is used to assist the pregnant client to maintain and promote health in varied clinical environments. This is a half-semester course.
Prerequisite(s): NURS 1114 , NURS 1126 , NURS 1141 , BIOL 2010 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 1213 , NURS 1226 , NURS 1626 , BIOL 2020 ,
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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NURS 1626 Nursing of the Childbearing Family Clinic 2 Credit Hour(s)
This course focuses on the implementation of nursing care for the pregnant client and her family during the ante-partum, intra-partum, postpartum, and the newborn periods. The nursing process is used to assist the client and her family in meeting basic needs while adapting to internal and external stressors to maintain and promote health. Clinical experiences are available in antepartal, labor and delivery, and postpartal areas as well as in the newborn nursery. This is a half-semester course.
Prerequisite(s): NURS 1114 , NURS 1126 , NURS 1141 , BIOL 2010 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 1213 , NURS 1226 , NURS 1613 , BIOL 2020 ,
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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NURS 1914 Professional Nursing Transition 4 Credit Hour(s)
This course is designed for the role transition of the Licensed Practical Nurse and builds upon the student’s present knowledge of the adult client’s adaptation to internal and external stressors in meeting basic needs. The student learns to use the nursing process to promote and maintain health in a variety of client care hospital settings.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the LPN Mobility Track of the Nursing Program, eligibility for college level courses, current LPN licensure, BIOL 2010 , BIOL 2020 , BIOL 1230 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 1926 , NURS 1141
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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NURS 1926 Professional Nursing Transition Clinic 1 Credit Hour(s)
This course builds on the Licensed Practical Nurse’s previous clinical experiences and uses the nursing process to plan and implement nursing care to assist the adult client in meeting basic needs in a hospital environment. The student is provided opportunities to assist the adult client with adaptation to internal and external stressors while maintaining and promoting health.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Nursing program LPN Mobility Track, Current LPN licensure, CPR certification, eligibility for college level courses, BIOL 2010 , BIOL 2020 , and BIOL 1230 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 1914 , NURS 1141
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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NURS 2113 Nursing Of Children 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course focuses on the adaptation of the child to physical and developmental changes from infancy to adolescence. The nursing process is utilized in determining care needs for the ill child and family with stressors associated with common health problems in a health care environment. A comparative study of the healthy child puts emphasis on principles of health promotion and physical and psychological adaptive mechanisms necessary to meet basic needs and maintain health. This is a half-semester course.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2020 , , NURS 1213 , NURS 1226 , NURS 1613 , NURS 1626 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 2313 , NURS 2326 , NURS 2126 , BIOL 1230
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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NURS 2126 Nursing of Children Clinic 2 Credit Hour(s)
This is a half-semester course that emphasizes the use of the nursing process to assist the child and family to meet basic needs in various health care environments. Students learn adaptive behaviors used by the family and the child in reaction to the internal and external stressors of hospitalization. Principles of teaching/learning are used to aid in promoting health for the infant, child and adolescent. A comparative study of the healthy child is provided through observational experiences in community agencies.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2020 , , NURS 1213 , NURS 1226 , NURS 1613 , NURS 1626 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 2313 , NURS 2326 , NURS 2113 , BIOL 1230
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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NURS 2313 Mental Health Nursing 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course focuses on the clients’ adaptive responses to stressors in the internal and external environment along the mental health continuum. The concepts of holistic man, therapeutic use of self, self and cultural awareness and the nursing process are emphasized. Theory focuses on the clients’ behavior, growth and development as they strive to meet their basic needs in varied health care environments. This is a half-semester course.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2020 ; NURS 1213 ; NURS 1226 ; NURS 1613 ; NURS 1626 ; .
Corequisite(s): NURS 2326 ; NURS 2113 ; NURS 2126 ; BIOL 1230
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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NURS 2326 Mental Health Nursing Clinic 2 Credit Hour(s)
This course focuses on nursing interventions for mental health-psychiatric care in a variety of clinical practice environments. Critical thinking skills are utilized through the application of the nursing process and therapeutic communication skills to support clients’ adaptive responses to internal and external stressors along the mental health continuum. The concepts of holistic man, therapeutic use of self, and self and cultural awareness are emphasized. Students focus on clients’ behavior, growth and development in meeting their basic needs. This is a half-semester course.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 2020 ; , NURS 1213 , NURS 1226 , NURS 1613 , NURS 1626 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 2313 , NURS 2126 , NURS 2113 , BIOL 1230
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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NURS 2412 Nursing Management 2 Credit Hour(s)
This course is an introduction to management principles and involves discussion of problems, issues, and stressors inherent in adaptation from student to practitioner. It explores the nurse’s role in managing client care, delegating tasks, prioritizing care, and in supervising other health care workers in the health care environment. The effective use of the nursing process and communication skills in management is stressed. Emphasis is placed on rights, responsibilities, and legal/ ethical implications of nursing management.
Prerequisite(s): NURS 2313 , NURS 2326 , NURS 2113 , NURS 2126 , BIOL 1230 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 2426 , NURS 2414 , MATH 1530 , Fine Arts elective
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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NURS 2414 Adult Health Nursing II 4 Credit Hour(s)
This course further develops the student’s knowledge of health, adaptation, and the utilization of the nursing process in meeting basic needs of adult clients. Emphasis is placed on the utilization of critical thinking skills in determining clients’ adaptive responses to internal and external stressors and the appropriate nursing actions to be performed. The nursing process is used to plan and implement comprehensive care to adult clients with complex health problems.
Prerequisite(s): NURS 2313 , NURS 2326 , NURS 2113 , NURS 2126 , BIOL 1230 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 2426 , NURS 2412 , MATH 1530 , Fine Arts elective
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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NURS 2426 Adult Health Nursing II Clinic 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course further develops the student’s knowledge of health, adaptation, and the utilization of the nursing process in meeting basic needs for adult clients in varied health care environments. Emphasis is placed on the utilization of critical thinking skills in determining clients’ adaptive responses to stressors created by a complexity of health problems and the nursing actions to be implemented. The student collaborates with other health team members and practices leadership skills. Students are expected to perform activities within the scope of accepted legal/ethical standards.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1230 , NURS 2113 , NURS 2126 , NURS 2313 , NURS 2326 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 2414 , NURS 2412 , MATH 1530 , Fine Arts elective
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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NURS 2990 Special Topics in Nursing 1-6 Credit Hour(s)
In-depth study of concepts related to selected aspects of nursing. Permission of the Department Chair required.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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Occupational Safety/Environment |
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ENVI 1023 Hazard Communications and Multimedia Reporting 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course will cover what the Hazard Communications Standard is and how to implement it within the work place. Other forms of required industrial and commercial environmental reporting will be addressed; storm water permits, wastewater discharge permits, hazardous waste permits, air permitting and community toxic chemical release reporting will be covered.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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ENVI 2003 OSHA Hazardous Waste and Lab 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is designed to provide the training required under 29 CFR 1910.120 for hazardous waste site personnel. Topics include hazard recognition, hazard control, monitoring, work practices, emergency response, and rights and responsibilities.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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ENVI 2013 Hazardous Waste Management 3 Credit Hour(s)
This is a course covering the generation, storage, transportation and disposal of solid and hazardous waste. Emphasis is placed on waste minimization and treatment, handling procedures, manifestation and contingency planning to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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ENVI 2023 Ergonomics 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is the study of harmonizing the work environment to the physical and mental capabilities and limitations of people. The entire work system is examined through the application of industrial engineering, psychological and physiological principles to design jobs and maximize productivity.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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ENVI 2033 Fire Protection and Accident Prevention 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is a study of the principles and techniques used in industrial or business related fire, accident and disaster preparedness. It also includes prevention, response and recovery planning, as well as management of the safety program.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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ENVI 2044 Industrial Hygiene 4 Credit Hour(s)
This course prepares the student to recognize and evaluate occupational hazards: noise, heat, dust, solvents, ionizing, and non-ionizing radiation. Control measures such as ventilation, personal protection equipment and respiratory protection are covered. Government regulations and their impact upon the industry are addressed. Technical report writing is emphasized and the student is required to write formal reports on projects.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1121
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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Office Technology |
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OFAD 1080 Computer Data Entry 3 Credit Hour(s)
Development of ten-key data entry skills and introduction to data management systems will be covered. Use of data management software to create and modify file structure, update database files, retrieve, search for and print information, and generate reports and mailing labels. Students must demonstrate ability to type 25 wpm at the first class meeting.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 1110 Keyboarding I 3 Credit Hour(s)
This is an introductory course to develop basic keyboarding skills that are needed to input alphabetic and numeric information accurately and quickly by touch on microcomputers. Emphasis on learning the touch operation of the computer keyboard is stressed, as well as building speed and accuracy. Basic document formatting is taught.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 1120 Keyboarding II 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course provides practice on the alphabetic keyboard to develop competencies for employment testing. Development of speed and accuracy is emphasized. This course includes detailed and precise information for preparing and formatting business documents using word processing. Emphasis is placed on using proper formatting in the preparation of business letters, memoranda, reports, and tables. Keyboarding proficiency required. Students must demonstrate ability to type 30 wpm with five errors or fewer at the first class meeting.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 1140 Records Management 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course explores methods for temporary and permanent record storage including alphabetic, geographic, numeric, and subject filing systems. It covers mechanical, computerized and manual filing and retrieval methods, control of filed information, micro records, and the organization and operation of records management programs.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 1150 Microsoft Office Applications 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is designed to provide the student with computer skills in the Windows environment. Hands-on instruction covers Windows, word processing, spreadsheets, database management, presentations, and desktop information management. Students must demonstrate ability to type 25 wpm at the first class meeting.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 1160 Health Information Management 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course provides the student with a comprehensive and engaging look at the responsibilities and opportunities available in healthcare management today. This course explores the HIM roles in outpatient and specialty care settings, including long-term and rehabilitative care. It offers up to date information on electronic health records and examines the impact of EHR’s on the healthcare environment.
Prerequisite(s): READ 0810 or equivalent
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 1170 English for Careers – Business, Professional and Technical 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course reviews and strengthens the basics in punctuation and English grammar usage, both oral and written, using business-related topics as its content base. Special emphasis is given to the acquisition and use of business related vocabulary and proofreading techniques.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 1210 Microsoft Word I 4 Credit Hour(s)
The application of word processing concepts and skills in entering editing, formatting, and executing commands using the various functions available in Microsoft Word for Windows are emphasized in this course. Some of the features taught include: copying and moving text, character and paragraph formatting, wizards and templates, merging, working with tabs, working with multiple documents, document references (headers, footers, footnotes and endnotes). This course meets MOS certification requirements. Students must demonstrate ability to type 25 wpm at the first class meeting.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 1410 Excel I 4 Credit Hour(s)
This course is a hands-on course in which the student uses an electronic spreadsheet to plan, create, manipulate, and print worksheets. Topics include entering and editing data, formatting a worksheet, use of formulas and common functions, charts, advanced printing, and linking worksheets. This course meets Core MOS certification requirements. Students must demonstrate ability to type 25 wpm at the first class meeting.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 1600 Social Media Applications for the Office 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course focuses on creating a professional business presence by utlizing available media resources. Effective communication skills will be emphasized as students explore social networking through various tools such as web conferencing, mobile computing, blogs, audio clips and podcasts.
Prerequisite(s): or equivalent.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 1931 Co-Op Education I 3 Credit Hour(s)
In this course the student receives supervised work experience in the office of an established business. Placement is made by the Office of Cooperative Education upon completion of one semester of technical coursework, or after all requirements for employment are met. The student utilizes knowledge gained in any or all the Office System courses to accomplish tasks as assigned within the modern office setting.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: Financial Administrative Assistant Concentration: completion of one semester or technical coursework; Administrative Assistant Concentration: OFAD 2210 , OFAD 2610 ; Legal Assistant Concentration; LEGL 1080 ; Medical Administrative Assistant concentration: LEGL 1080 , OFAD 2730 , Insurance Administrative Assistant concentration: FINR 2000, FINR 2010
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 1932 Co-Op Education II 3 Credit Hour(s)
In this course the student receives supervised work experience in the office of an established business. Placement is made by the Office of Cooperative Education upon completion of one semester of technical coursework, or after all requirements for employment are met. The student utilizes knowledge gained in any or all the Office System courses to accomplish tasks as assigned within the modern office setting.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: Financial Administrative Assistant Concentration: completion of one semester or technical coursework; Administrative Assistant Concentration: OFAD 2210 , OFAD 2610 ; Legal Assistant Concentration; LEGL 1080 ; Medical Administrative Assistant concentration: LEGL 1080 , OFAD 2730 , Insurance Administrative Assistant concentration: FINR 2000, FINR 2010
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 2040 Word Processing Transcription 3 Credit Hour(s)
This is a course designed to develop skill in the use of transcription equipment including transcribing recorded communication quickly and accurately on the microcomputer. Emphasis is placed on vocabulary building, proper punctuation, spelling, letter styles and placement, proofreading, and grammar.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 1210
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 2050 Business Communications 3 Credit Hour(s)
The course is a study of logic, effective and creative methods of business communication. The course covers business writing styles, proper physical presentation of written communication, selected business letter types, memoranda, reports, and resume and application letters.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 2110 Advanced Keyboarding and Office 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is designed to further build speed and accuracy on the keyboard. The course includes a business simulation designed to reinforce software and Internet skills and to build critical-thinking skills.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 1120 and INFS 1010
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 2210 Microsoft Word II 4 Credit Hour(s)
This course teaches the advanced Microsoft Word features needed for the expert user. Students will create personalized form letters with envelopes and mailing labels; formal and technical reports; proposals and studies; newsletters, brochures, and manuals; and forms. Integrating Word with other programs and the World Wide Web will also be taught. This course meets MOUS certification requirements.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 1210
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 2310 PowerPoint/Outlook 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course develops skills in using PowerPoint and Outlook needed for the expert user. In creating presentations using PowerPoint, students will learn to add visual elements, bring data in from other sources, modify and customize a presentation, and prepare presentations for distribution. Students will learn to use Outlook to organize their work and to communicate with others by using all the components of Outlook such as the journal, notes manager, mail client, contact and task managers, and calendar. Integrating PowerPoint and Outlook with other programs and the World Wide Web will also be taught. This course meets MOS certification requirements.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 2410 Excel II 4 Credit Hour(s)
This course teaches the advanced Microsoft Excel features needed for the expert user. Topics include custom and conditional formatting, importing and exporting data, using range names, use of templates, managing multiple workbooks, consolidating worksheets, workgroup functions and security, auditing features, and macros. Also included are use of Excel databases, PivotTables, and data analysis tools such as Goal Seek, Solver, and Scenarios. This course meets Expert MOS certification requirements.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 1410
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 2610 Administrative Office Management 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is a study of practices and procedures of current office concepts including travel arrangements, itinerary planning, conference arrangements, etc. Also included are supervision of office personnel and labor-management relations.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 1120 , ACCT 1010 , OFAD 1140 , and INFS 1010
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 2640 Medical Terminology Anatomy and Physiology I 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course will combine the relationship of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology as they relate to the body systems, anatomical structures and variety of diseases that afflict humans. Prefixes, suffixes, abbreviations, plural endings, word roots, and combined forms are covered. Terms and structures are presented that relate to all areas of medical science, hospital service, and paramedical facilities. Emphasis will be on the planes of the body as well as the digestive, urinary, reproductive, nervous, and respiratory systems.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 2650 Medical Terminology Anatomy and Physiology II 3 Credit Hour(s)
Second of two semester courses for the Medical Administrative Assistant curriculum requirements. Students will study terminology associated with the structure and function of the circulatory, lymphatic, muscular, skeletal, integumentary, endocrine systems, and the sense organs. Additional emphasis will be placed on oncology, nuclear medicine, pharmacology and psychiatry.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 2640
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 2700 Medical Office Transcription 3 Credit Hour(s)
Medical Office Transcription is designed to introduce the student to the use of dictation and transcription equipment used in medical office reports and correspondence. Reports include memos, letters, history and physicals, consultations, office notes, SOAP notes, operative reports, discharge summaries and simple radiological reports. Skills in the following areas will also be stressed:medical terminology grammar, keyboarding and the introduction of reference materials.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 2640 , OFAD 1210
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 2710 Advanced Medical Office Transcription 3 Credit Hour(s)
Advanced Medical Office Transcription is designed to enhance the student’s skill in the transcription of dictation used in medical office and hospital reports. Reports include MRI brain scans, letters, discharge summaries, neuropsychological reports, history and physicals, chart notes, pathology reports, consultations and autopsy reports. Skill in the following areas will also be stressed: medical terminology from a variety of medical specialties, grammar skills, keyboarding skills, and the use of reference materials.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 2700
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 2720 Health Care Delivery Systems 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is designed to give students a basic understanding of organization, financing, and delivery of health care services, accreditation, licensure, and regulatory agencies.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 2730 Medical Office Practice 3 Credit Hour(s)
Technical, practical information is presented through realistic medical office simulations. Role playing situations, project assignments, and medical vocabulary review for the office assistant are included.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 2640
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 2740 Coding I 3 Credit Hour(s)
In this course the student explores the major changes that have been implemented in processing insurance and patient information in the medical office environment. CPT Coding and ICD-9 classification standards are emphasized using various systems for processing insurance claims and payment reimbursements.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 2750 Medical Coding 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course focuses on the current advanced level descriptive terms and five-digit identifying codes and modifiers for reporting medical services performed by physicians. CPT and ICD-9 descriptive terms, numeric identifying codes and modifiers for reporting medical services, and procedures recommended by the American Health Information Management Association are covered extensively.
Prerequisite(s): OFAD 2740
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 2760 Ethics and Law for Healthcare 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course will emphasize the analysis of human values and basic ethical positions which guide people’s lives as they relate to the healthcare profession. Laws that guide contemporary medical practice, biological innovations, and the impact of scientific and technological advancements will be reviewed.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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OFAD 2990 Special Topics in Office Administration 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is an in-depth study of selected office technology topic(s) or Internship in an office environment designed to reinforce basic knowledge and to further develop problem solving skills. Department approval required.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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LEGL 1300 Intro to Paralegal Studies & Ethics 3 Credit Hour(s)
This introductory course is required for all students in the Paralegal Studies program and is designed to provide an introduction to the work performed by paralegals, the regulation of the profession, legal and paralegal ethics, the structure of the court systems, and a survey of substantive areas of law, such as contracts, criminal law, torts, and real estate. Students are introduced to the steps in legal proceedings, the various kinds of law books and the law library, and the American system of law. Special attention is given to learning legal terminology.
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LEGL 1301 Legal Ethics and Professionalism 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is required for all students in the Paralegal Studies program. Students study the Tennessee Rules of Professional Conduct, the unauthorized practice of law, confidentiality, conflicts of interest, attorney advertising, and the various roles a paralegal plays in a law office. Students are also required to participate in at least ten hours of pro bono publico services.
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LEGL 1306 Law Practice Management 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is required for all students in the Paralegal Studies program. It provides a survey of law office management techniques and practices; business aspects of law offices, including management concepts, chain of command, record keeping, billing procedures, and other technical technology aspects. Course material includes human resource management, law office structure, basic financial management, and office communications.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300 with a “C” or better
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LEGL 1316 Introduction to Legal Drafting and Legal Software 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is required for all students in the Paralegal Studies program. Students apply basic rules of legal writing and draft various types of legal documents. Students learn computer skills relating to basic legal software, including the use of word processing for drafting legal documents, preparing spreadsheets and other presentations for litigation, timekeeping and billing software, and legal database software.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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LEGL 1320 Legal Research 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is required for all students in the Paralegal Studies program. Students are introduced to principles of legal research including traditional and online resources, and they will learn to perform legal research using federal and state statutes, legal encyclopedias, treatises, government publications, and state and national reporters. Students also learn the proper method of citation and how to brief and analyze court cases.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300 with a “C” or better
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LEGL 1330 Legal Writing 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is required for all students in the Paralegal Studies program. Students are introduced to skills necessary to create written documents used in the legal workplace. The legal writing skills emphasized include precision, clarity and accuracy,, as well as proper legal citation and format. Students draft a variety of documents including office and trial memoranda, letters, and other operative documents.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300, LEGL 1316, LEGL 1320, and LEGL 1340 with a “C” or better
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LEGL 1335 Constitutional Law 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course covers the development of fundamental principles in constitutional law and intergrates the study of United States Supreme Court decisions. Coourse material covered includes judicial review, the Bill of Rights, and the powers of the Supreme Court, Congress, and the President.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300 and LEGL 1320 with a “C” or better
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LEGL 1340 Family Law 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is required for all students in the Paralegal Studies program. Students are introduced to the substantive and procedural laws in family law with emphasis on paralegal tasks. Laws, procedures, and documents involved in marriage, annulment, divorce, paternity proceedings, adoption, and child custody/child support are included. Students learn how ti interview clients with family law problems and to prepare family law documents.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300 with a “C” or better
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LEGL 1342 Interviewing and Investigation 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course provides practical exposure to the skills needed to gather information through interviews with clients, witnesses, and other persons. Students study how to take statements, search documents, and preserve facts and evidence gathered for trial.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300, LEGL 1320, and LEGL 1301 with a “C” or better
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LEGL 1350 Torts 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is required for all students in the Paralegal Studies program. Students are introduced to state and federal law applicable to civil injury and property damage. Areas of study include intentional torts, negligence, appropriate standards of conduct, and strict liability. Particular attention is given to the nature of personal injury litigation and its documentation and practices.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300 and LEGL 1320 with a “C” or better
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LEGL 1353 Juvenile Law 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course focuses on the history and development of juvenile law, the impact of the law on minors as victims as well as law-breakers, and the contemporary juvenile justice system and its three major components of law enforcement, the juvenile court system, and corrections.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300 with a “C” or better
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LEGL 1360 Criminal Law 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is a survey of state and federal law of crimes and criminal procedure and the paralegals role in criminal cases. It covers the substantive aspects of criminal law and includes the general principles of criminal liability, specific analysis of particular crimes, and the substantive defenses to crimes. Constitutional safeguards and procedures from arrest through trial, sentencing punishments, and appeals are also studied.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300 and LEGL 1320 with a “C” or better
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LEGL 1370 Trusts & Estates 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course provides an introduction to estate planning and administration and the paralegals role in the probate area. It covers the effect of various types of ownership upon passage of property at owner’s death, with or without a will; basic requirements for trusts and wills; administration of a decedent’s estate; and local Probate Court rules. Students prepare a variety of documents including a last will and testament, and petitions to open and close an estate.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300 and LEGL 1320 with a “C” or better
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LEGL 1931 Cooperative Education Work Experience I 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course provides the student with supervised work experience in a legal environment. Placement is made by the Office of Cooperative Education after all requirements for employment are met. The Paralegal Studies cooperative education coordinator acts as supervisor. The student utilizes knowledge gained in any or all of the concentrations to accomplish assigned tasks in a legal office setting.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of two semesters of technical course work or permission of the department chair
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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LEGL 1932 Cooperative Education Work Experience II 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course provides the student with supervised work experience in a legal environment. Placement is made by the Office of Cooperative Education after all requirements for employment are met. The Paralegal Studies cooperative education coordinator acts as supervisor. The student utilizes knowledge gained in any or all of the concentrations to accomplish assigned tasks in a legal office setting.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of two semesters of technical course work or permission of the department chair
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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LEGL 1933 Cooperative Education Work Experience III 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course provides the student with supervised work experience in a legal environment. Placement is made by the Office of Cooperative Education after all requirements for employment are met. The Paralegal Studies cooperative education coordinator acts as supervisor. The student utilizes knowledge gained in any or all of the concentrations to accomplish assigned tasks in a legal office setting.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of two semesters of technical course work or permission of the department chair
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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LEGL 2100 Computer Research and Legal Software 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is required for all students in the Paralegal Studies program. Students are exposed to computer-assisted legal research and to various types of computer software commonly used in law offices through lecture, instructional software, or hands-on exercises.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1040 and LEGL 1045 with a grade of “C” or better, and OFAD 1150
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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LEGL 2305 Law and Medicine 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course provides an introduction to the laws regulating the health care industry; medical research; and emphasis on the paralegals role in obtaining and organizing medical records. This course also addresses the corporate, regulatory, and financial structure of health care delivery as well as the emerging law of bioethics and other legal aspects of the changing medical/technological field.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300 and LEGL 1320 with a “C” or better.
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LEGL 2310 Corporate Law 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course includes the study of corporations limited liability companies, and other forms of businesses. Students prepare documents such as a partnership agreement, corporate charter, bylaws, dissolutions, and articles, and operating agreements for limited liability companies.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300 and LEGL 1320 with a “C” or better
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LEGL 2320 Employment Law 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course covers the history of labor and employer/employee relationships and provides an overview of substantive areas of employment law, including unemployment compensation, employment discrimination, sexual harassment, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and privacy issues in the workplace.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300 with a “C” or better
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LEGL 2325 Alternative Dispute Resolution 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course provides an overview of dispute resolution mechanisms used in the American legal system such as negotiation, mediation, and arbitration. Students explore the various statutes, regulations, and ethical standards applicable to alternative dispute resolution and learn the basic skills needed to work with parties in conflict.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300 with a “C” or better
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LEGL 2330 Contract Law 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course provides an introduction to substantive areas of contract law, such as the elements of a contract, the legal effect of offer, acceptance, and consideration, the enforcement and regulation of contracts and the remedies for breach of contract, as well as the Uniform Commercial Code. There is an emphasis on drafting and analyzing different types of documents related to contracts.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300 and LEGL 1320 with a “C” or better
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LEGL 2340 Property Law 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course includes the study of real estate law including zoning, estates in land, concurrent ownership, and transactions involving the sale and lease of real property, such as easements, real estate contracts, real estate transfers, and deeds. Emphasis is placed on information gathering, title searches, and preparation of documents used in basic real estate transaction, file management, and real estate closings. Students also study title insurance and financing sources.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300 and LEGL 1320 with a “C” or better
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LEGL 2350 Bankruptcy and Creditor Rights 3 Credit Hour(s)
Students are introduced to bankruptcy procedures with emphasis on paralegal tasks. This course covers the study of bankruptcy procedures and includes the initial filing, meetings of creditors, adversarial proceedings and final discharge hearings, automatic stay, adequate protection, and proceedings under Chapters 7, 11, and 13. Students also study the debtor’s obligations and rights, secured and unsecured creditors’ priorities, preferences and fraudulent transfers, and the bankruptcy court rules. Students identify assets and liabilities and prepare various bankruptcy forms.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300 and LEGL 1320 with a “C” or better
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LEGL 2355 Immigration Law 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course addresses the area of immigration law and procedure in the United States. Materials focus on statutory and regulatory aspects of the immigration process and assess the impact criminal statutes have on this process. In addition, students review and prepare documents involved in the immigration process.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: LEGL 1300 and LEGL 1320 with a “C” or better
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LEGL 2360 Legal Evidence 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course provides and overview of the rules of evidence. Course material includes the general rules governing admissibility of evidence, the use of documentary and opinion evidence, evidentiary privileges, direct and circumstantial evidence, admissions, witnesses, and the “hearsay rule” and its exceptions.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300 and LEGL 1320 with a “C” or better
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LEGL 2365 Intellectual Property 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is designed to acquaint the student with aspects of intellectural property of law. Students explore various laws and principles related to traditional aspects of patent, trademark, and signature mark, copyright, trade secret and licensing. Students also review and prpare various documents and forms commonly used in these areas.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300 and LEGL 1320 with a “C” or better
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LEGL 2370 eDiscovery 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is required for all students in the Paralegal Studies program. discovery addresses the application of technology by paralegals within all types of legal organizations. This course covers all types of technology applicable to legal practice but places special emphasis on legal case management software (CaseMap, HotDocs, Summation, TimeMap, and Trial Director). Topics covered include electronic filing, electronic discovery, litigation support software, case management software and docket control software. Students learn and develop skills through lecture, instructional software and hands-on exercises.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300, LEGL 1316, LEGL 1320 with a “C” or better
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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LEGL 2380 Civil Litigation Skills I 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is required for all students in the Paralegal Studies program. It provides an introduction to civil and practices in federal and state courts and practical law office skills. The jurisdiction and structure of the courts in the federal, state, and local systems are explored. Students also study federal, state, and local rules of civil procedure.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300 and LEGL 1320 with a “C” or better
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LEGL 2385 Civil Litigation Skills II 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is required for all students in the Paralegal Studies program. It is a project-oriented course designed for students to draft pleadings and legal documents, including interrogatories, requests for production of documents, and requests for admissions, in conformity with state and federal rules of procedure as well as local, state, and federal court rules.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300, LEGL 1316, LEGL 1320, LEGL 1340, LEGL 2380 with a “C” or better
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LEGL 2390 Legal Internship 3 Credit Hour(s)
Supervised practical experience in a legal environment in which the student is assigned definite paralegal tasks and responsibilities. classroom instruction is arranged to support the field experience. The student works a total of 120 hours during the semester.
Prerequisite(s): LEGL 1300 LEGL 1320, LEGL 1301, LEGL 2380, LEGL 1330 with a “C” or better; an average of 3.0 or better in all LEGL designated courses
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LEGL 2600 Legal Aspects of Homeland Security 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is designed to acquaint the student with various legal aspects associated with Homeland Security. Students will explore various statutes, regulations, constitutional law, and common law associated with Homeland Security. This course may not be used to satisfy any course requirements for the Paralegal Studies Program.
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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PHRM 1010 Introduction to Pharmacy Operations 4 Credit Hour(s)
This course defines the role and responsibilities of the pharmacy technician, and includes opportunities available to graduates of the Pharmacy Technician Program. It also gives a generalized overview of the practice of pharmacy. Basic math skills are emphasized as necessary to understanding pharmacy calculations. Students are oriented to various pharmacy settings, as well as equipment and laws pertaining to the practice of pharmacy. Team building and leadership skills are highlighted.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to program. Permission from instructor.
Corequisite(s): PHRM 1040 , PHRM 1060 , PHRM 1100
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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PHRM 1030 Measurements and Calculations 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course reviews basic math computation including Roman Numerals, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division of whole numbers, and fractions. This course covers all health, measurements in the area of avoirdupois, apothecary, and metric systems as related to pharmaceutical calculations.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to program. Permission from instructor.
Corequisite(s): PHRM 1010 , PHRM 1040 , PHRM 1050, AHS 1020
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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PHRM 1040 Structure and Function of Body Systems and Lab 4 Credit Hour(s)
The lecture component of this course provides a detailed study of the structures of the human body with emphasis on the gross and histological study of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. Chemistry and medical terminology relating to each system will be introduced. The laboratory component of this course places emphasis on the study of gross and histological anatomy and drug application.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to program. Permission from instructor.
Corequisite(s): PHRM 1010 , PHRM 1060 , PHRM 1100
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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PHRM 1060 Sterile Products 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course introduces the operation of an intravenous admixture program. Specific study topics include medications and parenteral administration; facilities; equipment; supplies utilized in admixture preparation, techniques utilized in parental product compounding; terminology and calculations used in preparation of parenteral products; parenteral medication incompatibilities; and quality assurance in the preparation of parenteral products.
Prerequisite(s): PHRM 1010 , PHRM 1030 , PHRM 1040 , PHRM 1050 with a ‘C’ or better.
Corequisite(s): PHRM 1070 , PHRM 1080, PHRM 1090 , PHRM 1100
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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PHRM 1070 Pharmacology 3 Credit Hour(s)
This course is a practical study of the various aspects of drug activity. Emphasis is placed on drug classification, dosages, routes of administration, generic and trade names of drugs, and appropriate use of references.
Prerequisite(s): PHRM 1010, 1030, 1040, 1050 with a ‘C’ or better.
Corequisite(s): PHRM 1060, 1080, 1090, 1100
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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PHRM 1090 Pharmacy Practice and Lab 4 Credit Hour(s)
This course acquaints the student with prescription and medication order policies and procedures in all pharmacy settings. Students interpret, label, compound and dispense prescriptions. Students will utilize profile systems and describe inventory control procedures. Students will become familiar with unit dose drug distribution, floor stock distribution, narcotic control, and inventory control. Drug information references and compounding, with an emphasis on the prescription balance and weight are also reviewed. Laboratory experiences will focus on practical application of these skills.
Prerequisite(s): PHRM 1010, 1040, 1060, 1100 with a grade of “C” or better.
Corequisite(s): PHRM 1070, 1030, 1110, 1130
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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PHRM 1100 Third Party Reimbursements 4 Credit Hour(s)
Accurate processing of health insurance claims has become very rigorous. As health care continues to change and evolve, these changes, combined with modifications in state and federal regulations affecting the health insurance industry, are a constant challenge to health care personnel. Those personnel responsible for processing health insurance claims require thorough instruction in all aspects of medical insurance, including plan options, payer requirements and state and federal regulations. Basic computer operations, including an understanding of software & keyboarding, are introduced.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to program. Permission from instructor.
Corequisite(s): PHRM 1010 , PHRM 1040 , PHRM 1060
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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PHRM 1110 Clinical Pharmacy Experience 4 Credit Hour(s)
This course is a clinical practicum in assigned pharmacy settings.
Prerequisite(s): PHRM 1040 , PHRM 1060 , PHRM 1090 , PHRM 1100 and permission from instructor
Corequisite(s): PHRM 1030 , PHRM 1070 , PHRM 1090 , PHRM 1130
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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PHRM 1130 Pharmacy Technology Seminar 2 Credit Hour(s)
This seminar is presented to help students increase their critical thinking, reading, communication, and test taking skills. It also introduces students to the principles and practices of health promotion and health education relevant to pharmacy. Mock Board examinations and practicum experiences are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): PHRM 1010 , PHRM 1040 , PHRM 1060 , PHRM 1100 with a minimum grade of “C” in each course
Corequisite(s): PHRM 1030 , PHRM 1070 , PHRM 1090 , PHRM 1110
This course is not designed for transfer to four-year universities. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.
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