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equipment, and/or uniforms. Class meets: 5 hrs. lecture; 12 hrs. clinical practice in selected
health care facilities. Prerequisites: Microbiology/Lab (BIO205), Nursing II (NUR112), and
Human Growth/Development (PSY213).
NUR-212 Nursing IV 9 Credits
This course builds on all previous courses focusing on health promotion, health restoration,
and health maintenance for persons with complex health problems. Students apply the
principles of delegation and leadership in the clinical setting. Students integrate critical
thinking skills in the application of the nursing process and in clinical decision-making.
Clinical practice includes hospital/health care facilities/community experiences, selected
observations, and use of the computer lab. Course meets: 5 hrs. lecture; 12 hrs. clinical
practice in selected health care facilities. Prerequisites: Nursing III (NUR211).
NUR-213 Nursing Seminar 1 Credit
This seminar focuses on current health care issues and the ethical, legal, and professional
framework necessary for nursing practice. The course assists in the transition from student
nurse to beginning practitioner. The course utilizes a variety of learning activities that promote
critical thinking. The course explores topics such as con�ict resolution, cultural competence,
health care access, empowerment, and lifelong learning. Course meets: 1 hr. lecture.
Prerequisite: Nursing III (NUR211).
Of�ce and Information Management
OIM-100 Keyboarding Techniques 1 Credit
This is an introductory course in College Keyboarding designed for students with little or no
keyboarding pro�ciency as well as those looking to upgrade or refresh their skills. Learning
to type properly has never been more important. Using state-of-the-art, hands-on, self-paced
software students proceed from basic lessons through accuracy and speed building exercises
designed to prepare them for careers requiring keyboarding pro�ciency. Taught through
BHCC’s on-line eCollege, students submit hands-on progress reports to the course instructor
as they proceed through each lesson. Upon completion of this course students will gain
the skill and knowledge necessary to type accurately based on one (1) minute timings at a
minimum of 20 WPM with one (1) error or less. For additional information and/or a course
syllabus contact CITDepartment@bhcc.mass.edu.
OIM-101 Keyboarding: Document Generation I 3 Credits
This course focuses on learning the keyboard and developing keyboarding technique, speed,
and accuracy. It introduces the Windows environment and basic word processing skills, such
as editing, saving, changing appearance, using spell check, and printing using Microsoft
Of�ce 2007. It covers formatting for basic business documents, such as resumes, letters,
memorandums, and discusses health issues, and computer concepts as related to keyboarding.
Note: The department schedules an exemption test each semester for students with previous
keyboarding experience. Students should contact the Prior Learning Coordinator in the Center
for Self-Directed Learning (CSDL) or department chair for more information.
OIM-102 Medical Computer Applications 3 Credits
This course includes keyboarding instruction with an emphasis on proper technique,
speed building, and proofreading. Students learn the correct format for business letters,
memorandums, business reports, and medical documents. Students use the Internet for e-mail
and job searches. In addition, they create a resume, reference sheet, and cover letter. Note:
For Allied Health students or by permission of department chair.
OIM-106 Records and Information Management 3 Credits
This course provides an introduction to records management, including alphabetic, subject,
numeric and geographic �ling guidelines, as well as storage media, space limitations,
Of�ce and Information Management
compliance and risk management, and disaster recovery. Students will complete hands-on
projects using Outlook for customizing and �agging e-mail, using search folders, creating
and using contacts/notes, scheduling meetings, and integrating Word merge functions
using contacts. File management using Windows Explorer and business research using
Internet Explorer are integrated with PowerPoint presentations to tie together all the various
professional skills using a qualitative approach. Pre/co-requisite: Keyboarding: Document
Generation I (OIM101) and Applications/Concepts (CIT110).
OIM-110 Document Generation II 3 Credits
This course assists students in using Word to create common business documents such
as business letters, memorandums, reports with footnotes and endnotes, bibliographies,
tables of contents, tables, on-line forms, resumes and newsletters using current industry
standards. Students learn to use accelerator keys, macros, template bullets and numbering,
leaders, merging, sorting, hyperlinks, section breaks, styles, formulas, clip art, WordArt, and
column layout. Diagnostic and speed building exercise are used to improve keyboarding
accuracy and speed. A minimal speed of 30 words per minute is strongly recommended.
Students acquire skills that are recommended for preparation for MOUS (Microsoft Of�ce
User Specialist) certi�cation. Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in Keyboarding Document
Generation I (OIM101) and Applications/Concepts (CIT110) or chair approval.
OIM-115 Administrative Technology and Procedures 3 Credits
This course introduces administrative skills vital for employment in business and
industry, including telecommunications; mail and copy services; travel, meeting, and
conference arrangements; teleworkers/virtual assistants; customer service; and job application
techniques. The class develops problem solving, critical thinking, organizational skills, and
interpersonal skills while emphasizing work ethics, teamwork, and cultural diversity. To
enhance these skills, students work individually and in teams to conduct library and Internet
research and give presentations in class. Personnel from area corporations may participate
in class discussions. Pre/co-requisites: Keyboarding: Document Generation I (OIM101) and
Applications/Concepts (CIT110).
OIM-130 Business Correspondence/Editing 3 Credits
This course reviews English fundamentals and emphasizes proofreading and editing skills
for Business documents. Students compose, edit, and produce business letters and
memorandums that are commonly written by administrative assistants. This course utilizes
current word processing software. Prerequisite: Writing Skills II (ENG095). Pre/co-requisite:
Keyboarding: Document Generation I (OIM101).
OIM-170 Procedures for the Medical Office 3 Credits
This course includes Windows, word processing, medical of�ce procedures, and computerized
medical management software. Students create documents commonly used in a medical of�ce
as well as job application materials, using templates, macros, and/or merged documents.
Concepts covered include interpersonal communications, telecommunications, billing and
collections, reimbursement procedures, records management, and mail classi�cation and
procedures. Hands-on experience using computerized medical management software
provides practice in entering patient information, diagnostic cases, and �nancial transactions;
processing insurance claims; scheduling patient appointments; and generating commonly used
reports. Note: For Allied Health students or by permission of department chair. Prerequisite:
Keyboarding: Document Generation I (OIM101) or Medical Computer Application (OIM102;
formerly OIM142) or any computer applications course or by permission of the department
chair.
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