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Course Descriptions


 

The numbers in parentheses listed following the course description, Semester Hours:  (3 - 3 - 0), are explained below:

  • The first digit is the number of semester credit hours for the course.
  • The second digit is the number of lecture hours per week in a regular 16 week semester.
  • The third digit is the number of laboratory/clinical/internship/practicum hours per week in a regular 16 week semester.

Hours met per week are based on semester-length classes; courses of shorter semesters during such as flex classes, will meet for more hours per week for equivalency.

 
  
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    LGLA 1351 - Contracts


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1407, LGLA 1119

    This course presents fundamental concepts of contract law with emphasis on the paralegals role. Topics include formation, performance, and enforcement of contracts under the common law and the Uniform Commercial Code.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0302

  
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    LGLA 1353 - Wills, Trusts and Probate Administration


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1407, LGLA 1119

    This course presents fundamental concepts of the law of wills, trusts, and probate administration with emphasis on the paralegals role.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0302

  
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    LGLA 1355 - Family Law


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1407, LGLA 1119

    This course presents fundamental concepts of family law with emphasis on the paralegals role. Topics include formal and informal marriages, divorce, annulment, marital property, and the parent-child relationship.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0302

  
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    LGLA 1359 - Immigration Law


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1407, LGLA 1119

    This course presents fundamental concepts of immigration law with emphasis on the paralegals role. Topics include substantive and procedural law related to visa applications, deportation, naturalization, and citizenship.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0302

  
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    LGLA 1391 - Special Topics in Legal Assistant/Paralegal


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1407

    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0302

  
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    LGLA 1407 - Introduction to Law and the Legal Professions


    Corequisites: LGLA 1119

    Overview of the law and the legal professions. Topics include legal concepts, systems, and terminology; ethical obligations and regulations; professional trends and issues with particular emphasis on the paralegal.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 22.0302

  
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    LGLA 2139 - Certified Legal Assistant Review


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1345, LGLA 1353, LGLA 1355, LGLA 1301, LGLA 2331

    This course provides a review of the mandatory and optional topics covered in the Certified Legal Assistant Examination administered by the National Association of Legal Assistants.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 22.0302

  
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    LGLA 2303 - Torts and Personal Injury Law


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1407, LGLA 1119

    This course presents fundamental concepts of tort law with emphasis on the paralegals role. Topics include intentional torts, negligence, and strict liability.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0302

  
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    LGLA 2305 - Interviewing and Investigating


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1407, LGLA 1119

    This course is a study of principles, methods, and investigative techniques utilized to locate, gather, document, and manage information. Emphasis on developing interviewing and investigative skills to prepare the paralegal to communicate effectively while recognizing ethical problems.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0302

  
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    LGLA 2311 - Business Organizations


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1407, LGLA 1119

    Basic concepts of business organizations with emphasis on the paralegals role. Includes law of agency, sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, and other emerging business entities.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0302

  
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    LGLA 2313 - Criminal Law and Procedure


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1407, LGLA 1119

    Procedures from arrest to final disposition, principles of federal and state law, and the preparation of pleadings and motions as applied to paralegals.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0302

  
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    LGLA 2331 - Advanced Legal Research and Writing


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1301

    Computerized research techniques and preparation of complex legal documents such as briefs, legal office memoranda, and citation forms.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 22.0302

  
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    LGLA 2335 - Advanced Civil Litigation


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1301, LGLA 1345, and either LGLA 1317 or ITSC 1309

    Implementation of advanced civil litigation techniques with emphasis on the paralegal’s role. Builds upon skills acquired in prior civil litigation courses.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-1)

    CIP: 22.0302

  
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    LGLA 2388 - Internship - Legal Assistant/Paralegal


    Prerequisites: LGLA 1345, LGLA 1353, LGLA 1355, LGLA 1301, LGLA 2331

    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.

    Semester Hours: (3-1-16)

    CIP: 22.0302

  
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    LMGT 1319 - Introduction to Business Logistics


    A systems approach to managing activities associated with traffic, transportation, inventory management and control, warehousing, packaging, order processing, and materials handling.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0203

  
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    LMGT 1321 - Introduction to Materials Handling


    Prerequisites: BMGT 1331

    Introduces the concepts and principles of materials management to include inventory control and forecasting

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.0203

  
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    MATH 0100 - Special Topics in Developmental Mathematics


    May serve as a refresher or as a supplemental course to developmental math courses. Course descriptions are available for each semester prior to registration. This course may be repeated when topics vary.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 32.0104.51 19

  
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    MATH 0300 - Basic Mathematics


    Prerequisites: Placement by Accuplacer

    Topics include operations on whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and integers; order of operations; and appropriate applications.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0/1)

    CIP: 32.0104.51 19

  
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    MATH 0301 - Introduction to Algebra


    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in MATH 0300 or placement by Accuplacer

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0300
    Topics include natural number exponents; algebraic expressions; linear equations and inequalities; concepts of lines; and appropriate applications.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0/1)

    CIP: 32.0104.51 19

  
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    MATH 0302 - Elementary Algebra


    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in MATH 0301 or placement by Accuplacer

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    Topics include integer exponents; polynomials; factoring; rational expressions; rational equations; and appropriate applications.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0/1)

    CIP: 32.0104.51 19

  
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    MATH 0303 - Intermediate Algebra


    Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in MATH 0302 or placement by Accuplacer

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0302
    Topics include rational exponents; radicals; linear and quadratic equations, linear systems; concepts of relations and functions; and appropriate applications.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0/1)

    CIP: 32.0104.51 19

  
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    MATH 1314 - College Algebra


    Prerequisites: Placement, or MATH 0303 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    This course includes the study of quadratics; polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and exponential functions; systems of equations; progressions; sequences and series; and matrices and determinants.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.54 19

  
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    MATH 1316 - Plane Trigonometry


    Prerequisites: MATH 1414

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    This course includes trigonometric functions, identities, equations, and applications.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.53 19

  
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    MATH 1324 - Mathematics for Business and Social Sciences I


    Prerequisites: Placement, or MATH 0303 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    This course includes topics from college algebra (linear equations, quadratic equations, functions and graphs, inequalities), mathematics of finance (simple and compound interest, annuities), linear programming, matrices, systems of linear equations, applications to management, economics, and business. (The content level of MATH 1324 is expected to be at or above the level of college algebra, MATH 1314.)

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 27.0301.52 19

  
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    MATH 1325 - Mathematics for Business and Social Sciences II (Business Calculus)


    Prerequisites: MATH 1324 (preferred) with a grade of “C” or better; or MATH 1314/MATH 1414, with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent, or department approval

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    This course includes limits and continuity, derivatives, graphing and optimization, exponential and logarithmic functions, antiderivatives, integration, applications to management, economics, and business. (The content level of MATH 1325 is expected to be below the content level of Calculus I, MATH 2413.)

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 27.0301.53 19

  
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    MATH 1332 - Contemporary Math I (Math for Liberal Arts Majors I)


    Prerequisites: MATH 0302 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0302
    This course includes an introduction to treatments of sets, logic, number systems, number theory, relations, functions, probability, and statistics. Appropriate applications are included.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.51 19

  
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    MATH 1350 - Fundamentals of Mathematics I for Teachers


    Prerequisites: MATH 1314 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    This course includes concepts of sets, functions, numeration systems, number theory, and properties of the natural numbers, integers, rational, and real number systems with an emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.56 19

  
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    MATH 1351 - Fundamentals of Mathematics II for Teachers


    Prerequisites: MATH 1350 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent

    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    This course includes concepts of geometry, probability, and statistics, as well as applications of the algebraic properties of real numbers to concepts of measurement with an emphasis on problem solving and critical thinking. This course is designed specifically for students who seek middle grade (4 though 8) teacher certification.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.60 19

  
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    MATH 1414 - College Algebra (Precal Track)


    Prerequisites: Placement, or MATH 0303 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0302
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    This course includes the study of quadratics; polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and exponential functions; systems of equations; progressions; sequences and series; and matrices and determinants.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.54 19

  
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    MATH 1442 - Elementary Statistical Methods


    Prerequisites: MATH 0303 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    This course is a non-calculus introduction to statistics. Topics include the presentation and interpretation of data (using histograms and other charts, measures of location and dispersion, and exploratory data analysis), elementary probability and probability distribution functions (binomial, normal, t, chi-square), confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, correlation and linear regression, analysis of variance, and the use of statistical software.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 27.0501.51 19

  
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    MATH 2318 - Linear Algebra


    Prerequisites: MATH 2413 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    This course includes finite dimensional vector spaces, linear transformations and matrices, quadratic forms, and eigenvalues and eigenvectors.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.61 19

  
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    MATH 2320 - Differential Equations


    Prerequisites: MATH 2414 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    Ordinary differential equations, including linear equations, systems of equations, equations with variable coefficients, existence and uniqueness of solutions, series solutions, singular points, transform methods, and boundary value problems; application of differential equations to real-world problems.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 27.0301.51 19

  
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    MATH 2405 - Discrete Mathematics


    Prerequisites: MATH 2412 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    This course includes introductory mathematical logic, mathematical induction, relations and functions, basic counting techniques, graphs and trees, and applications to computing devices.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 27.0501.51 19

  
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    MATH 2412 - Precalculus


    Prerequisites: MATH 1314 or MATH 1414 with a grade of “C” or better, or permission by department; effective Spring 2011: MATH 1414 with a grade of “C” or better

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    This course applies algebra and trigonometry to the study of polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions and their graphs. Also included are conic sections; circular and trigonometric functions, inverse circular functions, identities, conditional equations, graphs, solution of triangles, polar coordinates, complex numbers, and vectors; and mathematical induction.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.58 19

  
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    MATH 2413 - Calculus I


    Prerequisites: MATH 1316 or MATH 2412 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent or permission by department

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    This course includes limits and continuity; the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus; definition of the derivative of a function and techniques of differentiation; applications of the derivative to maximizing or minimizing a function; the chain rule, mean value theorem, and rate of change problems; curve sketching; definite and indefinite integration of algebraic, trigonometric, and transcendental functions, with an application to calculation of areas.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.59 19

  
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    MATH 2414 - Calculus II


    Prerequisites: MATH 2413 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    This course includes differentiation and integration of transcendental functions; parametric equations and polar coordinates; techniques of integration; sequences and series; improper integrals.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.59 19

  
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    MATH 2415 - Calculus III


    Prerequisites: MATH 2414 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    This course includes advanced topics in calculus, including vectors and vector-valued functions, partial differentiation, Lagrange multipliers, multiple integrals, and Jacobians; application of the line integral, including Green’s Theorem, the Divergence Theorem, and Stokes’ Theorem.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 27.0101.59 19

  
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    MATH 2442 - Elementary Statistical Method (Business Majors)


    Prerequisites: MATH 1324 or equivalent

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0303
    This course is a non-calculus introduction of basic statistical and quantitative techniques for business and economics. Topics include descriptive statistics, measures of location and dispersion, elementary probability functions (discrete and continuous distributions), expected value, random variables, sampling distributions, analysis of measurements (confidence intervals and hypothesis testing), and analysis of paired data (linear and correlation). Electronic spreadsheets and/or statistical software will be utilized for analyzing and interpreting data.

    Semester Hours: (4-4-0)

    CIP: 27.0501.51 19

  
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    MCHN 1320 - Precision Tools and Measurement


    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0300
    An introduction to the modern science of dimensional metrology. Emphasis on the identification, selection, and application of various types of precision instruments associated with the machining trade. Practice of basic layout and piece part measurements while using standard measuring tools.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-4)

    CIP: 48.0501

  
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    MDCA 1254 - Certified Medical Assistant Exam Review


    Prerequisites: Completion of all MDCA courses or proof of completion of a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) - located at 1361 Park Street, Clearwater, Florida 33756; phone number; 727/210-2350 - accredited program.

    This course is a preparation for the Certified Medical Assisting (CMA) exam, including a review of all three components of the CMA. It presents an explanation of how the exam is scored and provides opportunities to take practice exams.

    Semester Hours: (2-1-3)

    CIP: 51.0801

  
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    MDCA 1302 - Human Disease / Pathophysiology


    Prerequisites: Completion of MDCA 1313 with a “C” or better or Permission of Program.

    A study of anatomy and physiology with emphasis on human pathophysiology, including etiology, prognosis, medical treatment, signs and symptoms of common diseases of all body systems.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 51.0801

  
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    MDCA 1305 - Medical Law and Ethics


    This is a course of instruction in principles, procedures, and regulations involving legal and ethical relationships among physicians, patients, and medical assistants. It includes current ethical issues as they relate to the practice of medicine and fiduciary responsibilities.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 51.0801

  
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    MDCA 1309 - Anatomy and Physiology for Medical Assistants


    Prerequisites: Completion of MDCA 1313 with a “C” or better.

    This course emphasizes normal human anatomy and physiology of cells, tissues, organs, and systems with overview of common pathophysiology.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 51.0801

  
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    MDCA 1313 - Medical Terminology


    Cross-Listed With: HITT 1305

    This course is a study and practical application of a medical vocabulary system. It includes structure, recognition, analysis, definition, spelling, pronunciation, and combination of medical terms from prefixes, suffixes, roots, and combining forms.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 51.0801

  
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    MDCA 1317 - Procedures in a Clinical Setting


    Prerequisites: Completion of MDCA 1313 with a “C” or better.

    This course places an emphasis on patient-centered assessment, examination, intervention, and treatment as directed by a physician. It includes vital signs, collection and documentation of patient information, asepsis, minor surgical procedures, and other treatments appropriate for the medical office.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-3)

    CIP: 51.0801

  
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    MDCA 1321 - Administrative Procedures


    Prerequisites: Completion of MDCA 1313 with a “C” or better.

    This course is an introduction to medical office procedures, including appointment scheduling, medical records creation and maintenance, phone communication, coding, billing third party reimbursement, credit arrangements, and use of the computer in the medical office.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-3)

    CIP: 51.0801

  
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    MDCA 1352 - Medical Assistant Laboratory Procedures


    Prerequisites: Completion of MDCA 1317, MDCA 1302, MDCA 1309, and MDCA 1313 with a “C” or better

    The emphasis of this course is on common laboratory procedures performed in the physician’s office or clinic setting. It includes blood collection, specimen handling, basic urinalysis, and identification of normal ranges.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-3)

    CIP: 51.0801

  
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    MDCA 1417 - Procedures in a Clinical Setting


    Prerequisites: Completion of MDCA 1317, MDCA 1309, and MDCA 1313 or department approval.

    The course emphasizes patient-centered assessment, examination, intervention, and treatment as directed by a physician. It includes vital signs, collection and documentation of patient information, asepsis, minor surgical procedures, and other treatments as appropriate for the medical office.

    Semester Hours: (4-2-4)

    CIP: 51.0801

  
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    MDCA 1421 - Administrative Procedures


    Prerequisites: Completion of MDCA 1313 with a “C” or better.

    This is a course in advanced medical office procedures, bookkeeping and financial management, office management, and supervision of personnel, management of administrative and medical supplies, supervision of personnel, management of administrative and medical supplies, contract negotiating, and advanced use of a medical office computer program.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-2)

    CIP: 51.0801

  
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    MDCA 1443 - Medical Insurance


    Prerequisites: MDCA 1313

    This course emphasizes accurate ICD-9 and CPT coding of office procedures for payment/reimbursement by patient or third party. Additional topics may include managed care or medical economics.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-2)

    CIP: 51.0801

  
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    MDCA 1448 - Pharmacology and Administration of Medications


    Prerequisites: MATH 0300, MDCA 1302, MDCA 1309, MDCA 1317, PHRA 1309

    This course includes instruction in concepts and applications of pharmacological principles. The focus is on drug classification, principles and procedures of medication administration, mathematical systems and conversions, dosage calculation problems, and medico-legal responsibilities of the medical assistant.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-2)

    CIP: 51.0801

  
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    MDCA 2167 - Medical Office Administrative Practicum


    Prerequisites: Students must successfully complete all Medical Assisting core courses. Additional requirements include completion of an approved health care provider cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) course, completion of immunizations, resume, and other administrative requirements, including all packet items which must be on file in the program office.

    This non-remunerated course is the Medical Office Administrative Practicum (work experience). The student will have the opportunity to work in selected medical offices to perform the skills they have obtained through classroom application. The environment allows the student to function as a “front office” worker and perform duties such as medical record filing, procedural coding, claims filing, and reception duties under the supervision of experienced staff members. Student must complete 160 clock hours.

    Semester Hours: (1-0-10)

    CIP: 51.0801

  
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    MDCA 2267 - Practicum - Medical Assistant


    Prerequisites: Students must successfully complete all Medical Assisting core courses. Additional requirements include completion of an approved health care provider cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) course, completion of immunizations, resume, and other administrative requirements, including all packet items which must be on file in the program office.

    This non-remunerated course provides an experience external to the college for an advanced student in a specialized field involving a written agreement between San Antonio College and a medical office or group practice. Mentored and supervised by a workplace employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college and that are directly related to specific occupational outcomes. The student must complete 240 clock hours.

    Semester Hours: (2-0-15)

    CIP: 51.0801

  
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    MRKG 1191 - Special Topics: Business Marketing


    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 52.1401

  
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    MRKG 1291 - Special Topics: Business Marketing


    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Semester Hours: (2-2-0)

    CIP: 52.1401

  
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    MRKG 1301 - Customer Relations


    General principles of customer service including skills, knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.1401

  
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    MRKG 1302 - Principles of Retailing


    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0300
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    Introduction to the retailing environment and its relationship to consumer demographics, trends, and traditional/nontraditional retailing markets. The employment of retailing techniques and the factors that influence modern retailing.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.1401

  
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    MRKG 1311 - Principles of Marketing


    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0301
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    Introduction to the marketing functions; identification of consumer and organizational needs; explanation of economic, psychological, sociological, and global issues; and description and analysis of the importance of marketing research.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.1401

  
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    MRKG 1391 - Special Topics: Business Marketing


    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.1401

  
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    MRKG 2333 - Principles of Selling


    This course is an overview of the selling process. It will identify the elements of the communications process between buyers and sellers. Examination of this course will focus on the legal and ethical issues of organizations which affect salespeople.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.1401

  
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    MRKG 2349 - Advertising and Sales Promotion


    Integrated marketing communications. Includes advertising principles and practices. Emphasizes multi-media of persuasive communication including buyer behavior, budgeting, and regulatory constraints.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 52.1401

  
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    MRMT 1383 - Cooperative Education - Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist


    Prerequisites: MRMT 2433 and 10 or more hours toward a certificate and approval of worksite by instructor/coordinator; department approval required

    Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component.

    Semester Hours: (3-1-20)

    CIP: 51.0708

  
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    MRMT 1407 - Medical Transcription I


    Prerequisites: Department approval required

    Fundamentals of medical transcription with hands-on experience in transcribing physician dictation including basic reports such as history and physicals, discharge summaries, consultations, operative reports, and other medical reports. Utilizes transcribing and information processing equipment compatible with industry standards. Designed to develop speed and accuracy

    Semester Hours: (4-2-6)

    CIP: 510708

  
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    MRMT 2433 - Medical Transcription II


    Prerequisites: Department approval

    Transcription of advanced medical reports with increasing speed and accuracy including history and physicals, consultations, discharge summaries, operative reports, and other medical reports.

    Semester Hours: (4-2-6)

    CIP: 51.0708

  
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    MRTS 1191 - Special Topics in Funeral Service and Mortuary Science


    Prerequisites: Varies by special topics MRTS 2432, MRTS 2445, MRTS 1386

    Corequisites: Varies by special topics MRTS 2447, MRTS 2286

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.

    Special Topics offerings may include National Board Examination Preparation; Orientation to Technical Procedures.

    Semester Hours: (1 -1- 0)

    CIP: 12.0301

  
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    MRTS 1211 - History of Mortuary Science


    An overview of the principles and history of funeral service is an introduction to a career in funeral service. The student will explore the period of time from the early Egyptians (c. 4000BC) to the present. A student is required to present a research project.

    Semester Hours: (2-2-0)

    CIP: 12.0301

  
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    MRTS 1225 - Thanatochemistry


    This course is a survey of the basic principles of chemistry as they relate to funeral service. The chemical principles and precautions involved in sanitation, disinfection, public health, and embalming practice will be stressed. The government regulation of chemicals currently used in funeral service is reviewed.

    Semester Hours: (2-2-0)

    CIP: 12.0301

  
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    MRTS 1301 - Contemporary Funeral Service Practices


    Corequisites: MRTS 1211, MRTS 1330, MRTS 1342, or permission from the department chair

    General principles related to customs, religions, human relations, and social behavior are surveyed. Requirements for burial, cremation, anatomical donation, and burial-at-sea are presented. The student is introduced to funeral counseling as a basis for fulfillment of responsibilities as a funeral director.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 12.0301

  
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    MRTS 1330 - Funeral Service Internship Orientation


    Corequisites: MRTS 1211, MRTS 1301, MRTS 1342, or permission from the department chair.

    Preparation for a funeral service career facilitated with on-site observation and participation. Instruction in equipment use, procedures, and functions in the daily operation of a funeral home. A student is under the direction of a preceptor.

    Semester Hours: (3-2-3)

    CIP: 12.0301

  
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    MRTS 1342 - Mortuary Management I


    Corequisites: MRTS 1211, MRTS 1301, MRTS 1330

    Basic funeral home accounting and bookkeeping and processing of survivor benefits are introduced in this course. Projects in generating forms and documents related to disposition of human remains require utilizing computer software designed for mortuaries.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 12.0301

  
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    MRTS 1386 - Internship - Funeral Services and Mortuary Science


    Prerequisites: MRTS 1211, MRTS 1301, MRTS 1330, MRTS 1342 or permission from the department chair

    Corequisites: MRTS 2432, MRTS 2445

    This course is a work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. This is a capstone course for Level I Certificate in Funeral Directing. This is a capstone course for the Level I Certificate in Funeral Directing. A student is required to complete 15 funeral directing cases under the direction of a preceptor.

    Semester Hours: (3-0-9)

    CIP: 12.0301

  
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    MRTS 1391 - Special Topics in Funeral Service and Mortuary


    This course is designed to provide students with basic communication skills in Spanish. Special emphasis is placed on terminology from a Spanish glossary of commonly employed funeral-related terms. Additionally, pronunciation and the nuances of the Spanish language are integrated.

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 12.0301

  
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    MRTS 2286 - Internship - Funeral Services and Mortuary Science


    Prerequisites: MRTS 1386, MRTS 2445

    Corequisites: Concurrent enrollment in MRTS 2447, MRTS 1192

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    Reading Basic Skills Prerequisite: READ 0303
    Math Basic Skills Prerequisite: MATH 0301
    A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. This is a capstone course for the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Mortuary Science. A student is required to complete 10 embalming cases under the direction of a preceptor.

    Semester Hours: (2 -0- 8)

    CIP: 12.0301

  
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    MRTS 2335 - Mortuary Jurisprudence


    Prerequisites: MRTS 1211, MRTS 1301, MRTS 1330, and MRTS 1342

    Writing Basic Skills Prerequisite: ENGL 0301
    This is a survey of general principles of mortuary and business law. An emphasis is placed on ethical practice. Also included is compliance with pre-need and at-need regulatory agencies

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 12.0301

  
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    MRTS 2342 - Mortuary Management II


    Prerequisites: MRTS 1342 or permission from the department chair

    The student examines management of a funeral home as a small business. Topics include funeral service merchandising and marketing, human resource functions, and professional practice

    Semester Hours: (3-3-0)

    CIP: 12.0301

  
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    MRTS 2432 - Human Anatomy


    Prerequisites: BIOL 2404

    Corequisites: Concurrent enrollment in MRTS 1386 and MRTS 2445

    This course is an examination of the major systems of the human body with the emphasis on the circulatory system. The student will identify structures in the systems of the human anatomy, demonstrate ability to manipulate vessels used in embalming, employ techniques to assist in achieving embalming objectives, relate anatomical structures to effective restoration of remains, and develop awareness of personal and public health concerns.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-4)

    CIP: 12.0301

  
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    MRTS 2445 - Technical Procedures I


    Prerequisites: Permission of the department chair and BIOL 2404, MRTS 1211, MRTS 1301, MRTS 1330, MRTS 1342, MRTS 2342

    Corequisites: MRTS 1386, MRTS 2432

    Fundamentals in the preservation, disinfection, and restoration of human remains are introduced. Treatment planning and application are presented in preparation for professional practice. A student must complete 10 embalming cases, as required by the ABFSE, under the direction of a faculty member.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 12.0301

  
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    MRTS 2447 - Technical Procedures II


    Prerequisites: Permission of the department chair; MRTS 1386, MRTS 2432, MRTS 2445

    Corequisites: Concurrent enrollment in MRTS 2386

    This is the continuation of MRTS 2445 Technical Procedures I. Additional topics on treatment planning and application are presented. In this course the principles of restorative art are taught in an on-campus laboratory setting.

    Semester Hours: (4-3-3)

    CIP: 12.0301

  
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    MSCI 1101 - Fundamentals of Leadership and Management I


    Prerequisites: Eligible to take ENGL 1301

    The focus of this course is the organization of the U.S. Army and ROTC; career opportunities for ROTC graduates and the military as a profession. Customs and traditions of the service, development of leadership potential and introduction to map reading. ROTC course. There is no military obligation with this course.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-2)

  
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    MSCI 1102 - Fundamentals of Leadership and Management II


    Prerequisites: Eligible to take ENGL 1301

    The focus of this course is leadership studies of problems facing junior leaders in today’s U.S. Army in non-combat situations. Effects of technological and sociological change on the military, continuation of customs and traditions of the service, advance development of leadership potential and basic military skills training. ROTC course. There is no military obligation with this course.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-2)

  
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    MSCI 2201 - Applied Leadership and Management I


    Prerequisites: Eligible to take ENGL 1301

    The focus of this course is to learn and apply ethics-based leadership skills that develop individuals’ abilities and contribute to the building of effective teams in the U.S. Army. The course includes developing skills in oral presentation, writing effectively, planning events using the five paragraph operations order, and identifying values that affect U.S. Army ROTC leader obligations. There is no military obligation associated with this course. ROTC course.

    Semester Hours: (2-2-2)

  
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    MSCI 2202 - Applied Leadership and Management II


    Prerequisites: Eligible to take ENGL 1301

    The focus of this course is basic leadership and team building techniques, along with detailed instruction in map reading and land navigation skills in the U.S. Army. The course focuses on decision making and supervision using the military decision-making process and steps of the troop leading procedures including extensive instruction on the use of topographic maps and compasses, terrain analysis, and practical application of land navigation skills. ROTC course. There is no military obligation associated with this course.

    Semester Hours: (2-2-2)

  
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    MUAP 1103 - Violin - Non-Major Applied Study


    Individual instruction in violin. May be repeated for credit.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 50.0903.54 26

  
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    MUAP 1107 - Viola - Non-Major Applied Study


    Individual instruction in viola. May be repeated for credit.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 50.0903.54 26

  
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    MUAP 1111 - Violoncello - Non-Major Applied Study


    Individual instruction in violoncello. May be repeated for credit.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 50.0903.54 26

  
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    MUAP 1119 - Flute - Non-Major Applied Study


    Individual instruction in flute. May be repeated for credit.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 50.0903.54 26

  
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    MUAP 1123 - Oboe - Non-Major Applied Study


    Individual instruction in oboe. May be repeated for credit.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 50.0903.54 26

  
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    MUAP 1127 - Bassoon - Non-Major Applied Study


    Individual instruction in bassoon. May be repeated for credit.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 50.0903.54 26

  
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    MUAP 1131 - Clarinet - Non-Major Applied Study


    Individual instruction in clarinet. May be repeated for credit.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 50.0903.54 26

  
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    MUAP 1135 - Saxophone - Non-Major Applied Study


    Individual instruction in saxophone. May be repeated for credit.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 50.0903.54 26

  
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    MUAP 1139 - Trumpet / Cornet - Non-Major Applied Study


    Corequisites: Any MUEN course

    Individual instruction in trumpet / cornet. May be repeated for credit.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 50.0903.54 26

  
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    MUAP 1143 - French Horn - Non-Major Applied Study


    Individual instruction in French horn. May be repeated for credit.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 50.0903.54 26

  
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    MUAP 1147 - Trombone - Non-Major Applied Study


    Individual instruction in trombone. May be repeated for credit.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 50.0903.54 26

  
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    MUAP 1151 - Baritone / Euphonium - Non-Major Applied Study


    Individual instruction in baritone / euphonium. May be repeated for credit.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 50.0903.54 26

  
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    MUAP 1155 - Tuba - Non-Major Applied Study


    Individual instruction in tuba. May be repeated for credit.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 50.0903.54 26

  
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    MUAP 1159 - Percussion - Non-Major Applied Study


    Individual instruction in percussion. May be repeated for credit.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 50.0903.54 26

  
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    MUAP 1163 - Guitar - Non-Major Applied Study


    Individual instruction in guitar. May be repeated for credit.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 50.0903.54 26

  
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    MUAP 1167 - Organ - Non-Major Applied Study


    Individual instruction in organ. May be repeated for credit.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 50.0903.54 26

  
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    MUAP 1171 - Piano - Non-Major Applied Study


    Individual instruction in piano. May be repeated for credit.

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 50.0903.54 26

  
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    MUAP 1179 - Harp - Non-Major Applied Study


    Individual instruction in harp. May be repeated for credit

    Semester Hours: (1-1-0)

    CIP: 50.0903.54 26

 

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