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Course Descriptions
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Course Descriptions
MATH& 142 PRE-CALCULUS II 5CR
Pre-calculus II includes the study of the trigonometric functions and their
inverses, vectors, systems of equations and inequalities, conic sections, polar
coordinates, and parametric equations. Prerequisite: MATH& 141.
MATH& 146 STATISTICS 5CR
Statistics covers the organization and graphical representation of data, measures
of central tendency and variation, basic probability theory, discrete probability
distributions and the binomial formula, the normal distribution, hypothesis
testing, confidence intervals, correlation, and linear regression. Prerequisite:
MATH 098 (recommended), or MATH 099, or equivalent placement score.
MATH& 148 BUSINESS CALCULUS 5CR
Surveys differential and integral calculus, emphasizing uses in business and
social science. Intended for students who wish only a brief course in calculus.
Prerequisites: MATH 145 or instructor permission.
MATH& 151 CALCULUS I 5CR
This first-quarter calculus course includes the study of function limits, and
emphasizes differential calculus and its applications. Prerequisite: MATH& 142.
MATH& 152 CALCULUS II 5CR
This second-quarter calculus course includes the study of integral calculus
and its applications and an introduction to differential equations. A graphing
calculator is required. Prerequisite: MATH&151 or equivalent placement score.
MATH& 153 CALCULUS III 5CR
Third quarter of the calculus sequence. Calculus III includes the study of infinite
sequences and series; the geometry of space including polar forms; parametric
equations; and the study of vector-valued functions and space curves.
Prerequisite: MATH& 152.
MATH& 254 CALCULUS IV 5CR
Fourth quarter of the calculus sequence. Calculus IV introduces the study of
multivariable calculus, with a focus on functions of two or three variables.
Topics include: first-order differential equations, partial derivatives, directional
derivatives, gradient vectors, multiple integration, vector fields, line and
surface integrals, Green’s Theorem, Stokes’s Theorem, and the Divergence
Theorem. Prerequisite: MATH& 153.
MEDA 115 LAW AND ETHICS 3CR
Addresses ethical concerns and legal considerations for medical office staff
and medical records management. Gain knowledge of medical contracts,
explore workplace legalities, historical and social issues, and workplace
responsibilities. Prerequisite: ENGL 100, equivalent placement score, or
instructor permission.
MEDA 116 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY 5CR
Basic structure of medical terms including Greek and Latin roots, prefixes,
suffixes, word analysis, spelling, and pronunciation. An overview of anatomical
terms with an introduction to the basic concepts of health and disease.
Equivalent to NURS 105 Prerequisite: ENGL 093, equivalent placement score, or
instructor permission.
MEDA 118 EXAMINE ROOM AND
PATIENT PREPARATION
5CR
Introduction to clinical procedures in the medical office. Includes medical
asepsis, Universal Precautions, vital signs, charting, preparing patient and rooms
for examinations, first aid, and nutrition. Prerequisite: ENGL 093 or equivalent
placement score, MEDA 116 pre or corequisite, or instructor permission.
MEDA 119 INTERCULTURAL AWARENESS
IN HEALTH CARE
3CR
This course is designed to help you explore, understand, and appreciate the
challenges posed by cultural and ethnically diverse patient populations.
Meeting the health care needs of culturally diverse individuals requires
sensitivity and respect for the inherent beliefs, cultural traditions, medical
practices, and inherent needs of each community. Prerequisite: ENGL 100.
MEDA 121 MEDICAL OFFICE SKILLS 5CR
Medical office procedures including scheduling guidelines and telephone
techniques related to the medical office, filing, accounts receivable/payable,
payroll, inventory control, billing procedures, collections. Prerequisites:
BAS 101 (or test out), ENGL 093 or equivalent placement score, MEDA 116 or
instructor permission.
MEDA 125 PHLEBOTOMY /BLOODBORNE
PATHOGENS
5CR
An overview of phlebotomy and the role of the phlebotomist in health care.
Study includes circulatory system, infection control, clinical laboratory safety,
and phlebotomy procedures and equipment. Laboratory hours provide students
with hands on activities to gain skill competency in venipuncture and capillary
specimen collection. Prerequisite: MEDA 116, or instructor permission.
MEDA 129 PHARMACOLOGY/MEDICAL MATH 5CR
Basic concepts of pharmacology including legal issues, dosage calculation,
drug reactions and an overview of the most frequently prescribed
medications. Prerequisites: MEDA 116, MATH 080 or equivalent placement
score, or instructor permission.
MEDA 136 CODING/BILLING/INSURANCE 5CR
Introduction of insurance terminology, terms, phrases and abbreviations. Learn
ICD-9 coding, CPT coding, and HCFA-1500 billing forms, and basics of claims
management. Prerequisites: MEDA 121, MATH 080, or instructor permission.
MEDA 139 ASSIST W/EXAM AND
ADMINISTER MEDICATIONS
5CR
Intermediate clinical skills including infection control, sterilization and disinfection
techniques, minor surgery assisting, wound care, administration of injections,
safety practices for administering medications, therapeutic modalities, eye and ear
procedures. Prerequisites: MEDA 116, MEDA 118 (pre or coreq).
MEDA 140 MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT SYSTEMS 5CR
A review of various types of health insurance plans, such as state, federal and
managed care. Students will learn insurance claims processing cycle, billing
systems and required documentation. The students will have the opportunity
to apply their knowledge in a laboratory setting utilizing billing software.
Prerequisites: MEDA 136, MEDA 211 or instructor permission.
MEDA 154 INTERMEDIATE MEDICAL CODING 5CR
Introduction to coding in ambulatory care settings using CPT, HCPCS Level 1.
Common practices and problems associated with insurance organizations will be
explored in relation to coding ICD-9-CM and CPT. Patient classifications and their
relationships to coding assignment and finances will also be explored. Includes
coding practice, lecture and lab. Prerequisites: MEDA 136 or instructor permission.
MEDA 211 MEDICAL COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 5CR
Computerized medical billing simulation includes scheduling patients,
establishing accounts, posting charges, changes to the accounts, month-end
activity, insurance tracking and basic use of electronic medical records software
programs for charting, tracking lab orders and prescriptions. Prerequisites:
MEDA 121, MEDA 136.
MEDA 212 DIAGNOSTIC TESTING
IN MEDICAL OFFICE
5CR
Advanced clinical skills including, ECGs and Spirometry, plus the following
laboratory CLIA waived tests: hematology, microbiology, immunology,
chemistry, and urinalysis. Prerequisite: MEDA 116, MEDA 125 (pre or coreq), or
instructor permission.
MEDA 214 DISEASE CONDITIONS
AND COMMUNITY HEALTH
5CR
An overview of the disease processes of major conditions, including infectious
diseases, major neoplastic conditions, and major congenital diseases. The
focus is on human diseases that are first diagnosed in the clinical setting.
Community health and preventative patient education will also be presented.
Prerequisite: BIOL& 175 or instructor permission.
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