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2011 - 2012 CNM Catalog June 2011, Volume 44 [The CNM Academic Year includes Fall, Spring, Summer Terms]

Course Descriptions

 

Fitness Technician

School of Health, Wellness, & Public Safety (HWPS)
  

  • FITT 1393 - Flexibility Training

    1 credit hour(s)
    Increases and maintains joint range of motion as well as facilitates relaxation; includes abdominal training.
    Note(s)
    45 lab hours per term.
  

  • FITT 1492 - Step/Circuit Combo

    1 credit hour(s)
    Uses a combination of step-aerobics and circuit resistance training with hand weights, resistances tubes and fit ball for individuals looking for a cross-training effect. No previous step experience is required.
    Note(s)
    45 lab hours per term
  

  • FITT 1493 - Fit Ball Training

    1 credit hour(s)
    Uses fit balls, exercise bands, medicine balls and hand weights to improve flexibility, coordination and extremity and core strength.
    Note(s)
    45 lab hours per term.
  

  • FITT 1503 - Sport Safety Training

    1 credit hour(s)
    Covers the requirements for the sport safety training certification developed by the United States Olympic Committee and the American Red Cross (ARC). Upon successful completion of this course, the student will receive the Sport Safety certification.
    Note(s)
    15 lab hours per term.
  

  • FITT 1570 - Applied Nutrition for Sport and Exercise

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisites: FITT 1010 ; ENG 0950  or appropriate placement scores ).

    Provides basic understanding of the interrelationship among exercise, weight control and nutrition. Applications are made to dietary analysis, energy balance, fat loss and weight gain programs. Spring only.
    Note(s)
    30 theory + 37.5 lab hours per term
  

  • FITT 1572 - Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: FITT 1010 , FITT 1072  and MATH 0930  or appropriate placement scores ).

    Covers methods of assessing health status, cardio- resipiratory and muscular fitness, flexibility and body composition in apparently healthy individuals and prescribing appropriate exercise programs. This is a a capstone course for the certificate program. Spring only.
    Note(s)
    30 theory + 37.5 lab hours per term
  

  • FITT 1575 - Exercise Prescription for Special Populations

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisite: FITT 1572 )

    Reviews the indications and contraindications for assessing and prescribing exercise programs for special populations (elderly, prepubescent children, pregnancy, low back pain, diabetes, spinal cord injury, etc.) Spring only.
    Note(s)
    30 theory + 37.5 lab hours per term
  

  • FITT 1592 - Step/Kick Combo

    1 credit hour(s)
    Uses a combination of step-aerobics and cardio kickbox training for individuals looking for a cross training effect. No previous step experience is required.
    Note(s)
    45 lab hours per term.
  

  • FITT 1593 - Hatha Yoga I

    1 credit hour(s)
    Introduces various techniques of fitness Yoga. Students are responsible for purchasing their own mats.
    Note(s)
    45 lab hours per term.
  

  • FITT 1692 - Beginning Country Western Dance

    1 credit hour(s)
    Introduces dance basics including the Two-Step, Four-Count Swing, Waltz, Cotton-Eyed Joe, Line-Dance and Polka while learning how to lead and follow and dance with different partners.
    Note(s)
    45 lab hours per term.
  

  • FITT 1693 - Core Fitness I

    1 credit hour(s)
    Teaches core strength and stabilization as well as improves joint range of motion and facilitate relaxation. Students are responsible for purchasing their own mats.
    Note(s)
    45 lab hours per term.
  

  • FITT 1792 - Physical Fitness I

    1 credit hour(s)
    Introduces assessment of muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiorespiratory fitness, flexibility and body composition. Based on the assessments, the student designs and participates in a self-paced exercise program.
    Note(s)
    45 lab hours per term.
  

  • FITT 1793 - Core Yoga

    1 credit hour(s)
    Introduction to the various techniques of Pilates-style mat training and fitness Yoga. Students are responsible for purchasing their own mat.
    Note(s)
    45 lab hours per term.
  

  • FITT 1892 - Fitness for Older Adults

    1 credit hour(s)
    Focuses on individualized, goal-oriented exercise programs for individuals 50 years of age and older based on assessment of muscular and cardiovascular fitness. Use machines, free weights and stretching activities to improve strength, endurance, range of motion, bone mass, balance and overall well-being. Physician release indicating student’s ability to safely participate in moderate intensity physical activity is required.
    Note(s)
    45 lab hours per term.
  

  • FITT 1893 - Healing Hatha Yoga Stretch and Breath

    1 credit hour(s)
    Applying breathing and concentration, students will work on restoring/maintaining flexibility and strength. This class is ideal for those recovering from injury/illness, people with weight issues and mature person. Students are responsible for purchasing their own mat.
    Note(s)
    45 lab hours per term.
  

  • FITT 1992 - Circuit Training

    1 credit hour(s)
    Covers structured strength training and aerobics to provide a total body workout within a single format.
    Note(s)
    45 lab hours per term.
  

  • FITT 1993 - Ultimate Frisbee

    1 credit hour(s)
    Covers rules, techniques and tactics involved in playing Ultimate Frisbee while participating in various conditioning and skill-related drills and semi-competitive games.
    Note(s)
    45 lab hours per term.
  

  • FITT 1994 - Running Conditioning

    1 credit hour(s)

    Introduces cardio-respiratory fitness, flexibility and body composition for individuals who have never participated in a running program.

    45 Lab Hours
    Note(s)
  

  • FITT 2072 - Motor Learning

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prequisite: FITT 1072 )

    This course will emphasize motor learning concepts. Awareness of theories of motor learning will be presented in order to apply those theories in life situations. Emphasis will be placed on the learning process, the learner, and the task to encourage application of these concepts in future working environments. We will use a combination of instructional styles to facilitate learning.
    Note(s)
  

  • FITT 2092 - Physical Fitness II

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: FITT 1792 )

    Continuation of FITT 1792 .
    Note(s)
    45 lab hours per term
  

  • FITT 2093 - Extreme Conditioning

    1 credit hour(s)
    Covers highly intense activities that prepare individuals for the CPAT entrance test and the physical training portion of the firefighter academy.
    Note(s)
    45 lab hours per term
  

  • FITT 2094 - Advanced Weight Training for Women

    (Prerequisite: FITT 1093 )

    Advanced weight training methods for women focusing on five specific, unique weight training programs and the science behind them to further develop goals in muscle endurance, hypertrophy, strength and power.
    Note(s)
  

  • FITT 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    1-6 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: division approval)

    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  

  • FITT 2192 - Fitness for Older Adults II

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: FITT 1892 )

    Continuation of FITT 1892  and is designed specifically for individuals 50 years of age and older. Physician release indicating student’s ability to safely participate in moderate intensity physical activity is required.
    Note(s)
    45 lab hours per term.
  

  • FITT 2292 - Fitness Yoga

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: FITT 1593 )

    Continuation of FITT 1593 - Hatha Yoga I . Students are responsible for purchasing their own mat.
    Note(s)
    45 lab hours per term.
  

  • FITT 2293 - Step Challenge

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisites: FITT 1193  or FITT 1592 )

    A Step Class for the more experienced stepper.
    Note(s)
  

  • FITT 2392 - Pilates-Style Mat Training

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: FITT 1693 )

    Continuation of FITT 1693 - Core Fitness I . Students are responsible for purchasing their own mat.
    Note(s)
    45 lab hours per term.
  

  • FITT 2394 - Core Mat

    1 credit hour(s)
    Fundamentals of Core-Style Mat Training. Students are responsible for purchasing their own mat.
    Note(s)
  

  • FITT 2492 - Group Exercise Leadership Preparation

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: department approval)

    Offers theoretical and practical skills and experience in guiding groups to safely participate in exercise classes. Prepare students for national certification exams in various fields of group exercise. Spring only.
    Note(s)
    15 lecture + 30 lab hours per term.

French

School of Communication, Humanities, & Social Sciences (CHSS)
  

  • FREN 1101 - Beginning French I

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement scores )

    Introduces development of French language skills emphasizing listening, comprehension and speaking.
    Note(s)
  

  • FREN 1102 - Beginning French II

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: FREN 1101  or department approval)

    Continues course of study begun in FREN 1101 .
    Note(s)
  

  • FREN 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: varies)

    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  

  • FREN 2201 - Intermediate French

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: FREN 1102  or department approval)

    Emphasizes enhancement of skills from FREN 1102  and further knowledge of the language and culture of France.
    Note(s)
  

  • FREN 2202 - Intermediate French II

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: FREN 2201  or department approval)

    Continues course of study begun in FREN 2201 .
    Note(s)

GED Preparation (non-credit)
  

  • GEDC 0550 - Reading and Writing I

    0 credit hour(s)

    Prerequisite: Lowest level TABE Score in either Reading and/or Language at the NRS 3 level (low intermediate) or completion of GEDR 0250 .

    This is a low intermediate level reading and writing course.  It includes reading practice in constructing meaning from both life skills and prose selections, with an emphasis on vocabulary development.  Also provides writing practice with a variety of language usage activities including mechanics, sentence formation, and paragraph development.

     

    Theory/Lab Hours: 45 theory + 15 lab hours.

     
    Note(s)
  

  • GEDC 0650 - Reading and Writing II

    0 credit hour(s)

    Prerequisite: Lowest level TABE score in either Reading and/or Language at the NRS 4 level (high intermediate) or completion of GEDC 0550 , GEDR 0450  or GEDW 0550 .

    Provides reading and writing instruction at the high intermediate level in preparation for the GED exam. Introduces reading in science, social studies, and literature. Includes practice in comprehension, application, analysis, and synthesis. Writing includes the study of sentence and paragraph structure, usage, language mechanics, and organization. Introduces the GED essay.

     

    Theory/Lab Hours: 45 theory hours + 15 lab hours
    Note(s)
  

  • GEDI 0500 - Basic Skills Integrated

    0 credit hour(s)
    Provides comprehensive practice on basic reading, writing and math skills to help students prepare for the GED examination or improve competencies.
    Note(s)
  

  • GEDI 0505 - Basic Skills Learning Center

    0 credit hour(s)
    Includes individualized study and tutoring in basic skills math, reading and/or writing with access to computer, video and audio programs as well as other instructional materials in the Adult Education Learning Center at Main Campus or Montoya Campus.
    Note(s)
  

  • GEDI 0520 - GED en Español

    0 credit hour(s)
    Instrucción en español para el examen GED. Esto incluye instrucción en matemáticas, escritura, gramática, y lectura. Tambien incluye instrucción en inglés en preparación para la porción inglés del examen Spanish GED.
    Note(s)
  

  • GEDI 0520 - Spanish GED

    0 credit hour(s)
    Prepares students for the GED exam conducted in Spanish, including instruction in math, writing, grammar and reading. Includes some instruction in English mechanics and usage to prepare for the English competency portion of the Spanish GED exam.
    Note(s)
  

  • GEDI 0650 - Computer Literacy

    0 credit hour(s)
    Introduces computer hardware and terminology, basics of the computer operating system, word processing and keyboarding skills, as well as the use of the Internet, email and other software applications.
    Note(s)
  

  • GEDI 0900 - GED Refresher

    0 credit hour(s)
    Covers the five GED subject areas, with a focus on GED math and essay writing skills needed to pass the GED exam.
     
    Note(s)
  

  • GEDR 0250 - Basic Language Skills

    0 credit hour(s)
    Explores basic reading/writing strategies using phonics, development of sight vocabulary and collaborative use of materials in themes relevant to students’ lives.
    Note(s)
  

  • GEDR 0450 - Basic Language Skills II

    0 credit hour(s)
    Improves developmental phonics, dictionary skills, grammar, response to reading and self-expression.
    Note(s)
  

  • GEDR 0650 - Basic Skills Reading

    0 credit hour(s)
    Analyzes nonfiction and fiction to identify main idea, point of view and organizational patterns. Includes summarizing, drawing conclusions and responding to readings.
    Note(s)
  

  • GEDR 0830 - Science

    0 credit hour(s)
    Presents physical, life and earth sciences; students learn and use critical thinking skills necessary for success in practical problem solving and on the GED exam.
    Note(s)
  

  • GEDR 0840 - Social Studies

    0 credit hour(s)
    Presents history, political science, geography and economics using critical thinking skills necessary for success in practical problem solving and on the GED exam.
    Note(s)
  

  • GEDW 0550 - Beginning Writing

    0 credit hour(s)
    Covers the basics of grammar and the beginning writing process.
    Note(s)
  

  • GEDW 0650 - Spelling and Grammar

    0 credit hour(s)
    Reviews language mechanics, usage and spelling improvement.
    Note(s)
  

  • GEDW 0850 - General Composition

    0 credit hour(s)
    Provides systematic study of the steps in the writing process, focusing on sentence structure, grammar, punctuation, syntax and paragraph development, essay structure and organizational methods.
    Note(s)

Geographic Information Systems

School of Applied Technologies
  

  • GIS 1001 - Introduction To GIS

    3 credit hour(s)
    Introduces concepts of Geographic Information Systems including applications, components, mapping, data acquisition and data capture. Laboratory component consists of exercises clearly demonstrating a number of typical uses for GIS software. Emphasis on understanding general concepts and theories that can be carried over to any number of existing GIS software packages. Global positioning system hardware and software also introduced.
    Note(s)
    (30 contact hours theory + 45 contact hours lab)
  

  • GIS 1005 - CAD for GIS

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisite: CAD 1001 )

    Computer-aided drafted for civil engineering, surveying and land development to create and edit point data, parcel area computations and boundary information.
    Note(s)
    (Theory / Lab Hours 30/45)
  

  • GIS 1006 - Land Information Systems

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Co-requisite: GIS 1001  or Department Approval)

    This course introduces students to cadastral concepts including land surveys, deeds, survey plats and land record research. This course will also introduce students to the use of Geographic Information Systems software to manage and analyze cadastral data.
    Note(s)
  

  • GIS 1010 - Remote Sensing

    3 credit hour(s)

    Prerequisite: GIS 1001 

    Introduces students to basic remote sensing concepts and explores the applications of current technology. Topics to be covered will include basic energy theory, photo interpretation, common image analysis techniques and algorithms, and image classification using GIS and remote sensing software. (30 theory + 45 lab hours per term)

     
    Note(s)
  

  • GIS 2001 - Intermediate GIS

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: GIS 1001 )

    Builds upon concepts introduced in GIS 1001 , and introduces vector and raster analysis procedures commonly utilized in Geographic Information Systems.
    Note(s)
    (30 theory +45 lab hours per term)
  

  • GIS 2006 - Advanced GIS

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: GIS 2001  or department approval)

    Builds on concepts introduced in GIS 1001  and GIS 2001  and introduces advanced GIS applications emphasizing 3D visualization, network analysis, scripting and GIS database concepts.

     
    Note(s)
    (30 theory +45 lab hours per term)
  

  • GIS 2010 - GPS Field Mapping

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: GIS 1001 )

    Covers field mapping techniques for developing GIS databases. Concepts include satellite-based hardware and related concepts, data dictionary design and implementation, GPS data compilation and map production. Emphasis on mapping-grade applications.
    Note(s)
    (Theory / Lab Hours 15/30)
  

  • GIS 2020 - Trends in Geospatial Technology

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: GIS 1001 )

    Examines emerging trends in geospatial hardware and software applications such as open source, web applications and others. Students will apply technology in lab exercises using real-world data. Topics will vary by semester.
    Note(s)
    (Theory / Lab Hours 30/45)
  

  • GIS 2030 - GIS Project Design

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: GIS 2006  or department approval)

    Applies knowledge gained from previous courses to development and implementation of GIS projects. Project development will encompass the full range of procedural approaches from planning, data acquisition, analysis, output and presentation.

     
    Note(s)
    (15 theory +75 lab hours per term)
  

  • GIS 2095 - Cooperative Education

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: department approval)

    Provides an opportunity for the student to work for one term on a cooperative basis in an appropriate training program. The position is paid.
    Note(s)
  

  • GIS 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    1-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: department approval)

    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  

  • GIS 2097 - Independent Study

    1-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: department approval)

    Allows the student and instructor to define a specific problem in the area of the student’s interest and directly related to the program. Then student develops and executes a solution using analytical techniques appropriate to the problem. An oral presentation may be required.
    Note(s)
  

  • GIS 2098 - Internship

    1-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: department approval)

    Provides an opportunity for the student to work for one term on an intern basis in an appropriate training program. The position is not paid.
    Note(s)
  

  • SUR 1001 - Introduction to Surveying Engineering

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: None)

    Introduces the field of surveying and explores potential career paths.
    Note(s)
    (Theory / Lab Hours 15/0)
  

  • SUR 1002 - Math for Surveyors

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Corequisite: CM 2205 )

    Covers basic concepts of problem solving, mathematics and trigonometry with an emphasis on land survey and engineering applications and calculator use. Students must provide a full-function scientific calculator with a ten-digit display.
    Note(s)

Geography

School of Math, Science & Engineering
  

  • GEOG 1096-1996 - Special Topics

    1-6 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics. 
    Note(s)
    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics)  See Schedule of Classes.
  

  • GEOG 1101 - Physical Geography

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite:RDG 0950  or appropriate placement scores )

    Introduces the physical elements of world geography through study of climate and weather, vegetation, soils, plate tectonics and the various landforms as well as the environmental cycles and distributions of these components with emphasis on their significance to humans.
    Note(s)
  

  • GEOG 1102 - Human Geography

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate scores)

    Introduces the human elements of world geography, providing a systematic analysis of world population, religion, language, ethnicity, economic development, political units and resource issues.
    Note(s)
  

  • GEOG 1192 - Physical Geography Lab

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or corequisite: GEOG 1101 )

    This laboratory course introduces the physical elements of world geography and the study of climate and weather, vegetation, soils, plate tectonics, various landforms, the environmental cycles and spatial distributions of these components through the use of maps, aerial photographs, and laboratory specimens.
    Note(s)
  

  • GEOG 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    1-6 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or Accuplacer Reading score of 80 or equivalent)

    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  

  • GEOG 2201 - World Regional Geography

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0950  or appropriate placement scores )

    Combines elements of GEOG 1101  and GEOG 1102  to study the global inter-relationships of the physical environments and cultural characteristics, including ethnicity, population and development, on a regional basis.
    Note(s)
  

  • GEOG 2275 - Cartography

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: GEOG 1101  or GEOG 1102 )

    Covers the basic history of map-making and the various projections. Introduces basic concepts and techniques for the manipulation, analysis and graphic representation of spatial information. Includes processing, compilation and symbolization of spatial data and the application of related statistical techniques. Presents effective map layout and recent cartographic techniques.
    Note(s)

German

School of Communication, Humanities, & Social Sciences (CHSS)
  

  • GER 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    1-6 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.

General Honors

School of Communication, Humanities, & Social Sciences (CHSS)
  

  • GNHN 1121 - General Honors: The Ancient Legacy

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: department approval)

    Introduces analysis of classic texts of the Greek, Hebrew, Roman and Christian traditions: ideas about virtue, knowledge, politics, religious faith and education.
    Note(s)
  

  • GNHN 1122 - General Honors: The Modern Legacy

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisites: department approval)

    Introduces analysis of classic texts of Western culture from the Renaissance through the early 20th century: ideas about the individual, society, state, history, nature, progress and religion.
    Note(s)
  

  • GNHN 2096-2996 - Special Topics

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisites: department approval)

    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  

  • GNHN 2221 - Understanding Evil

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: department approval)

    Explores the human causes and responses to the evil so abundant in our world. Uses resources in history, sociology, psychology, philosophy and religion to begin to understand what motivates and enables these acts and what makes people choose to participate, remain bystanders, or become rescuers.
    Note(s)

General Trades Apprenticeship

School of Applied Technologies
  

  • GTAP 1115 - General Trades Apprenticeship

    5-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: current full-time employment in the general trades industry or department approval)

    Provides 75-105 hours of classroom instruction covering safety, shop math, code, blueprint reading and other related instruction.
    Note(s)
  

  • GTAP 1125 - General Trades Apprenticeship

    5-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: current full-time employment in the general trades industry or department approval)

    Provides 75-105 hours of classroom instruction covering safety, shop math, code, blueprint reading and other related instruction.
    Note(s)
  

  • GTAP 1215 - General Trades Apprenticeship

    5-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: current full-time employment in the general trades industry or department approval)

    Provides 75-105 hours of classroom instruction covering safety, shop math, code, blueprint reading and other related instruction.
    Note(s)
  

  • GTAP 1225 - General Trades Apprenticeship

    5 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: current full-time employment in the general trades industry or department approval)

    Provides 75-105 hours of classroom instruction covering safety, shop math, code, blueprint reading and other related instruction.
    Note(s)
  

  • GTAP 1315 - General Trades Apprenticeship

    5-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: current full-time employment in the general trades industry or department approval)

    Provides 75-105 hours of classroom instruction covering safety, shop math, code, blueprint reading and other related instruction.
    Note(s)
  

  • GTAP 1325 - General Trades Apprenticeship

    5-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: current full-time employment in the general trades industry or department approval)

    Provides 75-105 hours of classroom instruction covering safety, shop math, code, blueprint reading and other related instruction.
    Note(s)
  

  • GTAP 1415 - General Trades Apprenticeship

    5-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: current full-time employment in the general trades industry or department approval)

    Provides 75-105 hours of classroom instruction covering safety, shop math, code, blueprint reading and other related instruction.
    Note(s)
  

  • GTAP 1425 - General Trades Apprenticeship

    5-7 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: current full-time employment in the general trades industry or department approval)

    Provides 75-105 hours of classroom instruction covering safety, shop math, code, blueprint reading and other related instruction.
    Note(s)

Health

School of Health, Wellness, & Public Safety (HWPS)
  

  • HLTH 1001 - Clinical Preparation

    1 credit hour(s)
    Designed to prepare School of Health, Wellness & Public Safety students for their clinical experience regardless of the health discipline they have chosen to study. The course will provide CPR, Blood Borne Pathogen, HIPAA, First Aid and OSHA certification.
    Note(s)

Health Information Technology

School of Health, Wellness, & Public Safety (HWPS)
  

  • HIT 1020 - Medical Terminology and Anatomy

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: RDG 0750  +   or appropriate placement scores ).

    Covers the study of the language of medicine, focusing on prefixes, suffixes, word roots and their combining forms. Course includes word construction, spelling, usage, comprehension and pronunciation. Systems approach is used to present anatomy and physiology, symptomatology, pathology and diagnostic/surgical procedures.
    Note(s)
  

  • HIT 1030 - Health Data Content and Structure

    4 credit hour(s)
    (Pre-or Corequisite: HIT 1020  + HIT 1040  + HIT 1051  or department approval)

    Presents an overview of health care delivery and examines the role of various providers and disciplines throughout the continuum of health care services and the information system policies and procedures required by national health information initiatives. Emphasis is on the origin, use content and format of health records; storage and retrieval systems, numbering and filing systems, record retention procedures and the basic functions of the health information division such as abstracting, incomplete chart control and release of information, accrediation and licensure standards applicable to health records.
    Note(s)
  

  • HIT 1040 - Principles of Diseases

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Pre-or Corequisite: HIT 1020  + HIT 1030  + HIT 1051  or department approval)

    Focuses on disease processes affecting the human body via an integrated approach to specific disease entities. The course includes a review of normal functions of the appropriate body systems. Diseases are studied in relationship to their etiology, pathology, physical signs and symptoms, diagnostic procedures, complications, treatment modalities and prognosis.
    Note(s)
  

  • HIT 1051 - Pharmacology and Laboratory Procedures

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisite: BIO 1310  + BIO 1392  or department approval) (Pre or Corequisites:  HIT 1020  + HIT 1030  + HIT 1040  or department approval)

    Presents an introduction to the principles of pharmacology and diagnostic testing procedures. Content includes drug terminology, abbreviations, drug effects, dosage, classifications and response to medications. Terminology associated with laboratory and diagnostic tests and their use in diagnosing and implications of resultant values are examined.
    Note(s)
  

  • HIT 1060 - Health Information Management Systems

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisites:   HIT 1020  + HIT 1030  + HIT 1040  + HIT 1051  ) (Pre or Corequisite: HIT 1070  +HIT 1090  + HIT 2010  or department approval)

    Provides an introduction to the use of information technology in the health care delivery system and different computer applications found in health information divisions. Emphasis is placed on the use of tools and techniques for the development of higher-level content in database processing, information and communication technologies, systems analysis and data quality/integrity.
    Note(s)
    30 theory + 45 lab hours
  

  • HIT 1070 - Legal/Ethical Aspects of Health Information

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or Corequisite: HIT 1060  + HIT 1090  + HIT 2010  or department approval)

    Focuses on legal and regulatory requirements related to health information infrastructure, policies, rules and regulations for access and disclosure of medical information and patient confidentiality (HIPAA), release of information to authorized users, principles and organization of the judicial system and ethical standards of practice. Privacy issues and problems will be explored.
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  • HIT 1090 - Health Information Practicum I

    1 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or Corequisite: HIT 1060  + HIT 1070  + HIT 2010  or department approval)

    Provides a simulated or clinical learning experience in a health information department. The experience focuses on the practice of skills related to the application of legal principles; the collection, storage, retention and analysis of health care data to develop insight, understanding and skill in medical record procedures. This is an unpaid work experience of a minimum of 40 hours.
    Note(s)
    40 hours
  

  • HIT 1096-1996 - Special Topics

    1-3 credit hour(s)
    Presents various topics.
    Note(s)
    (all courses ending in 96 are special topics) See Schedule of Classes.
  

  • HIT 2010 - Classification of Diseases I (ICD-CM)

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisites: HIT 1060  + HIT 1070  + HIT 1090  or department approval)

    Focuses on the principles, guidelines and conventions used in coding diagnoses and procedures using the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) Clinical Modifications (CM), Volumes 1, 2 and 3. Using case scenarios and medical records, students interpret medical record information, choose the required coding classification and assign and sequence codes. The concept of fraud and abuse is introduced.
    Note(s)
    30 theory + 45 lab hours
  

  • HIT 2020 - Classification of Diseases II

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisites: HIT 2030  + HIT 2040  + HIT 2050 ) (Pre- or Corequisite: HIT 2060  or department approval)

    Focuses on intermediate ICD-CM coding applications, official coding and reporting guidelines, diagnostic/procedural groupings such as DRG and APC and other issues related to classification systems for maintaining specialized health information data. Interpreting medical record information, choosing required coding classification and assigning and sequencing codes correctly continue to be emphasized through medical records and case scenarios. Computerized classification systems will be used.
    Note(s)
    30 theory + 45 lab hours
  

  • HIT 2030 - CPT Coding

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Prerequisites: HIT 1060  + HIT 1070  + HIT 1090  + HIT 2010 ) (Pre- or Corequisite: HIT 2040  + HIT 2050  or department approval)

    Focuses on outpatient coding using CPT and HCPCS nomenclatures. Medical records and case scenarios are used to translate descriptive procedures into a numeric code(s) using the CPT coding manual, application of HCPCS terminology and current regulations and established guidelines. Medical record documentation requirements, guidelines for different payer classes, correlation between coding and billing and fraud and abuse issues are discussed.
    Note(s)
    30 theory + 45 lab hours
  

  • HIT 2040 - Health Information Data Analysis

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or Corequisites: HIT 2030  + HIT 2050  or department approval)

    Focuses on health care statistics and research and the practical application of health information concepts as they apply to health record systems and the health care industry. Institutional Review Board policies and processes, collection and retrieval and computation of hospital statistical data are covered as well as vital statistics and reportable diseases and conditions.
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  • HIT 2050 - Health Information Supervision

    3 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or Corequisites: HIT 2030  + HIT 2040  or department approval)

    Focuses on basic management functions using examples and situations specific to health information. Communication, motivation, budgeting, job analysis, recruitment, discipline, teamwork, committee representation and federal/state laws regarding personnel management are discussed and emphasized. Quality assessment and improvement standards and requirements of licensing, accrediting, fiscal and other regulatory agencies are presented.
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  • HIT 2060 - Reimbursement Methodolgies

    2 credit hour(s)
    (Pre- or Corequisites:   or department approval)

    Focuses on health care reimbursement and purpose of insurance and its benefits from a variety of government and third party payer sponsored health programs. Types of reimbursement methods, concept of managed care, various payment systems, fee schedules, charged description master and fraud and abuse are defined and analyzed. Students analyze, apply and/or calculate various prospective payment systems.
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