Student Handbook and Catalog 2021-22 V2

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HART 2336 Air Conditioning Troubleshooting (2-4-3) An advanced
course in application of troubleshooting principles and use of
test instruments to diagnose air conditioning and refrigeration
components and system problems including conducting
performance tests. Prerequisite HART 1303, HART 1345, HART 1341
(Prerequisite or Corequisite)
HART 2338 Air Conditioning Installation and Startup (2-4-3) A
study of air conditioning system installation, refrigerant piping,
condensate disposal, and air cleaning equipment with emphasis on
startup and performance testing.
HART 2341 Commercial Air Conditioning (2-4-3) A study of
components, applications, and installation of air conditioning
systems with capacities of 25 tons or less. Prerequisite HART 1303,
HART 1341
HART 2342 Commercial Refrigeration (2-4-3) Theory and practical
application in the maintenance of commercial refrigeration; medium,
and low temperature applications and ice machines. Prerequisite
HART 1307
HART 2343 Industrial Air Conditioning (2-4-3) A study of
components, accessories, applications, and installation of air
conditioning systems above 25 tons capacity. Prerequisite HART
2336
HART 2345 Residential Air Conditioning Systems Design (2-4-
3) Study of the properties of air and results of cooling, heating,
humidifying or dehumidifying; heat gain and heat loss calculations
including equipment selection and balancing the air system.
Prerequisite HART 2336
HART 2349 Heat Pumps (2-2-3) A study of heat pumps, heat pump
control circuits, defrost controls, auxiliary heat, air flow, and other
topics related to heat pump systems. Prerequisite HART 1303, HART
1341 (Prerequisite or Corequisite)
HART 2350 HVAC Zone Controls (2-4-3) Theory and application of
HVAC residential Zone control devices, electromechanical controls,
and/or pneumatic controls. Prerequisite HART 2336
HART 2357 Specialized Commercial Refrigeration (2-4-3) An
advanced course covering the components, accessories, and service
of specialized refrigeration units, such as ice machines, soft-serve
machines, cryogenics, and cascade systems. Prerequisite HART 2336
HART 2358 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing HVAC Systems (2-4-3)
A study in the process of checking and adjusting all the building
environmental systems to produce the design objectives. Emphasis
on efficiency and energy savings. Prerequisite HART 2331
HEMR
HEMR 1304 Natural Gas Compression (2-4-3) An introductory
course in the principles of the operation of gas compressors and
natural gas engines.
HEMR 1401 Tracks and Undercarriages (2-4-4) Concepts in
operation and maintenance of final drive track systems and
undercarriages used on track and wheel type equipment.
HITT
HITT 1204 IT for Health Professions (1-4-2) For students without an
IT background, provides a basic overview of computer architecture,
data organization, representation and structure, structure of
programming, networking, and data communication. Includes basic
terminology of computing.
HITT 1253 Legal and Ethical Aspects of Health Information (1-4-
2) Concepts of privacy, security, confidentiality, ethics, healthcare
legislation, and regulations relating to the maintenance and use of
health information.
HITT 1301 Health Data Content and Structure (2-4-3) Introduction
to systems and processes for collecting, maintaining, and
disseminating primary and secondary health related information
including content of health record, documentation requirements,
registries, indices, licensing, regulatory agencies, forms, and screens.
HITT 1305 Medical Terminology I (2-2-3) Study of medical terms
through word origin and structure. Introduction to abbreviations
and symbols, surgical and diagnostic procedures, and medical
specialties.
HITT 1311 Health Information Systems (2-4-3) Introduction
to health IT standards, health-related data structures, software
applications, and enterprise architecture in health care and public
health.
HITT 1341 Coding and Classification Systems (2-4-3) Fundamentals
of coding rules, conventions, and guidelines using clinical
classification systems.
HITT 1342 Ambulatory Coding (2-4-3) Fundamentals of ambulatory
coding rules, conventions, and guidelines.
HITT 1345 Health Care Delivery Systems (3-1-3) Examination of
delivery systems including organization, financing, accreditation,
licensure, and regulatory agencies.
HITT 2249 RHIT Competency Review (1-2-2) Review Health
Information Technology (HIT) competencies, skills, and knowledge.
HITT 2335 Coding and Reimbursement Methodologies (2-4-3)
Advanced coding techniques with emphasis on case studies, health
records, and federal regulations regarding prospective payment
systems and methods of reimbursement. Prerequisite HITT 1341
HITT 2339 Health Information Organization and Supervision (2-4-3)
Principles of organization and supervision of human, financial, and
physical resources.
HITT 2346 Advanced Medical Coding (2-4-3) Advanced concepts of
ICD and CPT coding rules, conventions, and guidelines in complex
case studies. Investigation of government regulations and changes
in health care reporting. Prerequisite HITT 1341, HITT 1342
HITT 2366 Practicum (or Field Experience) - Health Information/
Medical Records Technology/Technician (0-0-3) Practical, general
workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan
developed by the employer, college, and student.
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