May 02, 2024  
2018-2019 College Catalog 
    
2018-2019 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Course Naming System:

Course content areas at Tulsa Community College are categorized in “disciplines,” a related group of courses in a specified subject area, such as English (ENGL) or Physics (PHYS). Each course is first assigned a specific discipline name and then a specific four-digit course number, as in ENGL 1113, and a course name, as in Composition I. A brief description of the course content follows the course name and number. If a course is offered as part of a required sequence of courses, the prerequisite requirements for that course are also listed within the catalog course description. Not all courses listed in the catalog are offered each term, and certain courses may be offered on only one campus. Please check the current term class schedule for this information.

Course Numbering System:

  • First digit - The year in which the course is usually taken.*
  • Second and third digit - The individual course number within a discipline.
  • Fourth - The credit hours awarded for a course.

*Exception: Zero-level (non-credit) courses which may be taken in any term, but usually within the first two semesters.

Credit Hour:

A credit hour consists of a one-hour class period per week for 16 weeks per semester, with the exception of laboratories, practicums, or physical education activity classes in which generally two one-hour periods per week for 16 weeks equals one credit hour. The number of class hours and laboratory hours doubles for a class in an eight-week term.  Note: The time required each week for laboratory may vary from course to course. Please refer to the course syllabus for more information.

General Education Courses:

Courses used to fulfill general education requirements at TCC are listed in the catalog section titled, General Education Requirements. A code letter following a course title designates the general education category for which the course may generally be used for transfer to another university, as follows:

(A) Analytical and Quantitative Thought
(D) Diversity
(H) Humanities
(I)  International or Non-Western Dimension
(L) Laboratory Science
(N) Natural Science
(S) Social and Behavioral Sciences

 

Fire and of Emergency Medical Services

  
  • FEMS 1233 - Fire Behavior and Combustion

    A review of basic physical science; fundamental chemistry and physics of fire; the hazards of many materials, systems, and processes; and appropriate techniques to control their risks.
  
  • FEMS 1243 - Hazardous Materials Chemistry

    This course covers topics based on basic chemistry relating to categories of hazardous materials including recognition, identification, reactivity, and health hazards encountered by emergency services.
  
  • FEMS 1253 - Building Construction for Fire Protection

    Concepts in fire safe building design and construction to include a detailed study of materials, assemblies and methods, building codes and the Life Safety Code, and relationships among public and private agencies with fire safety interests.
  
  • FEMS 1263 - Fire Protection Hydraulics and Water Supply

    This course is designed to develop understanding of fluid flow through hoses, pipes, pumps, and fire protection appliances as well as water supply and distribution analysis using hydraulics calculations and testing techniques to detect anomalies in design or performance capabilities.
  
  • FEMS 1314 - Fundamentals of Firefighting

    Provides the knowledge for safe, efficient, and effective firefighting.
  
  • FEMS 1324 - Fundamentals of Firefighting Applications

    Provides the knowledge for safe, efficient, and effective firefighting applications. Twenty (20) clinical hours per week.
  
  • FEMS 2213 - Legal Aspects of Emergency Services

    An introduction to federal, state, and local laws that regulate emergency services, national standards influencing emergency services, standard of care, tort, liability, and a review of relevant court cases. Students study and explore past, current, and possible future litigation issues involving the emergency services based on legal and ethical decisions.
  
  • FEMS 2223 - Fire Prevention

    Topics include the fundamentals of fire prevention codes and their enforcement; the techniques of fire safety inspection which result in maximum compliance; fire prevention through the methods of public fire safety education.
  
  • FEMS 2233 - Code Enforcement

    A comprehensive overview of the everyday work practices of fire inspectors and the important role they play in fire risk reduction in their communities. Course covers basic and advanced concepts for fire science students, fire inspectors, and fire officers.
  
  • FEMS 2243 - Fire Protection Systems

    A study of fire hazards related to various industrial processes, techniques, and facilities; the design and properties of private fire protection devices and agents; automatic fire detection and fire extinguishing systems; and familiarization with regulatory agencies, codes, and standards.
  
  • FEMS 2253 - Fire Investigation and Arson

    This course covers the firefighter’s role in fire investigations; the method and mechanics of protecting, searching, and controlling the fire scene; determining the point or origin, path of fire travel, and fire causes; interviews and interrogations; recognizing and preserving evidence; Oklahoma arson laws; alibis, motives, providing the corpus delicti, preparation of the case, court testimony, reports and records and juvenile fire setters. Includes lab component.
  
  • FEMS 2263 - Fire and Emergency Services Administration

    Planning and organization for the municipal fire service, methods of management and supervision applied to the fire service, relations with other municipal entities, the bargaining agent and the public, and the expanding scope of municipal fire service responsibilities.
  
  • FEMS 2403 - Public Safety Prior Learning Assessment

    Students develop their Professional Portfolio Profile of Prior Learning to document prior learning, knowledge, skills and abilities while building a professional portfolio for career assessment, employment, and promotional opportunities. Students learn how to package the Portfolio utilizing modern communication techniques, programs, and processes while increasing their understanding of forty essential soft communication skills. Competency is demonstrated by designing, developing, and submitting a Portfolio Assessment Profile for evaluation as a capstone exercise. Prerequisite: Instructor approval required.
  
  • FEMS 2990 - Selected Topics in Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    The study and/or analysis of a selected topic in Fire and Emergency Medical Services. May be repeated with a different topic.

French

  
  • FREN 1001 - French for Communication I

    A companion course to FREN 1103  with emphasis on speaking and comprehension skills. Recommended that it be taken simultaneously with FREN 1103  or after. Prerequisite: FREN 1103  with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  
  • FREN 1031 - French Pronunciation

    A beginning course in French with special emphasis on pronunciation and the oral skills. May be taken simultaneously with FREN 1103 . Prerequisite: FREN 1103  with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  
  • FREN 1103 - French I

    A beginning course in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing French. The first in a sequence of related courses.
  
  • FREN 1201 - French for Communication II

    Continued instruction in basic language concepts and beginning conversational skills. Conducted in French. Prerequisite: FREN 1103  with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  
  • FREN 1213 - French II

    Continued instruction in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing French. The second in a sequence of related courses. Prerequisite: FREN 1103  with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  
  • FREN 1301 - French for Communication III

    Continued instruction to develop oral fluency and conversational skills. Conducted in French. Prerequisite: FREN 1213  with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  
  • FREN 1313 - French III

    Continued instruction in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing French. The third in a sequence of related courses. Prerequisite: FREN 1213  with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  
  • FREN 1401 - French for Communication IV

    Continued instruction to develop oral fluency and conversational skills. Conducted in French. Prerequisite: FREN 1313  with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  
  • FREN 1413 - French IV

    Continued instruction in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing French. The fourth in a sequence of related courses. Prerequisite: FREN 1313  with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  
  • FREN 2041 - French - Introduction to the Arts

    An introduction to the French arts with an attempt to develop an aesthetic awareness and an understanding of the role that the arts play in modern day French activities. Conducted in English.
  
  • FREN 2071 - French History and Geography Introduction

    A survey of French history and geography as it relates to modern day French societies and language with an awareness of the relationship between the physical, political, and linguistic regions. Conducted in English.
  
  • FREN 2113 - Intermediate French I

    An intermediate course in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing French. Taught in French. Prerequisite: FREN 1413  with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  
  • FREN 2121 - Intermediate French Communication

    Intensive practice in speaking French at the intermediate level covering a wide range of subjects; i.e., everyday language, intermediate literature samples, other publications, and current events. Conducted in French. Prerequisite: FREN 2113  with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  
  • FREN 2143 - French Civilization and Culture

    Conversations and readings concerning French culture and civilization. Conducted in French. Prerequisite: FREN 2113  with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  
  • FREN 2213 - Intermediate French II

    An intermediate course in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing French. Taught in French. Prerequisite: FREN 1413  with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  
  • FREN 2413 - French Translating

    Translating skills course with focus on translating the written language of French to English with some English to French. Prerequisite: FREN 2113  with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  
  • FREN 2421 - French Culture Comparisons

    Focus on the cultural aspects of the Francophone people. Includes a comparison with the American culture as well as other culture groups. Conducted in English.
  
  • FREN 2433 - French Cinema and Conversation

    Analytical study of French films in terms of historical and cultural contexts. Students will use language in a meaningful way to address the different cultural aspects portrayed in the films. Prerequisite: FREN 2213  with a grade of “C” or better or 18 hours of French or instructor approval.
  
  • FREN 2523 - Intermediate French Grammar and Composition

    This course includes a thorough review of syntax and grammar and the development of composition skills. Conducted in French and English. Prerequisite: FREN 2213  with a grade of “C” or better or 18 hours of French or instructor approval.
  
  • FREN 2533 - Advanced French Conversation

    This course is intended for students who have studied French structure through the intermediate level and have gained a basic oral fluency and proficiency. Class activities will focus on acquiring sufficient speaking skills to interact with native speakers and the use of French as the main language of communication without the aid of an interpreter. Conducted in French. Prerequisite: FREN 2213  with a grade of “C” or better or 18 hours of French or instructor approval.
  
  • FREN 2990 - Selected Topics in French

    The study and/or analysis of a selected topic in French. May be repeated with a different topic.

Geographic Information Systems

  
  • GIS 2344 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems

    An introduction to the theory and uses of Geographic Information Systems to capture, store, query, and analyze data referenced to a location on the Earth’s surface. Topics include history and applications, map projections, coordinate systems, data sources, structures, and models, along with methods of data acquisition, management, manipulation, analysis, and visualization. The lab component will provide students hands-on experiences with ArcGIS software.  Course must be completed with a “C” or better to progress in the GIS program. Crosslisted with GEOG 2344 .
  
  • GIS 2354 - Computer Cartography

    A brief history and an introduction of cartography, including the basics of map creation, interpretation, and design. Lab will introduce ESRI’s ArcView software mapping capabilities.  Must be completed with a “C” or better to progress in the program. Includes lab component.
  
  • GIS 2373 - GIS Data Acquisition and Management

    An introduction to spatial data acquisition for Geographic Information Systems. Gain the experience necessary to acquire, convert, and create spatial data. Emphasis on Global Positioning Systems, Metadata, and the creation and editing of data in a personal geo database.  Course must be completed with a “C” or better to advance in the GIS program. Prerequisites: GEOG 2344 /GIS 2344  with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval. Includes lab component.
  
  • GIS 2383 - Advanced Geographic Information Systems

    A continuation of Introduction to GIS (GEOG 2344 or GIS 2344 ).  Explore various components of spatial analysis and raster data. The lab component provides an introduction to the ArcGIS Spatial Analyst and 3D Analyst extensions.  Course must be completed with a “C” or better to advance in the GIS program. Prerequisite: GEOG 2344 /GIS 2344 /SURV 2344  with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  
  • GIS 2393 - Geographic Information Systems Practicum

    Gain experience in designing, implementing, and completing GIS projects. Emphasis on project planning, data acquisition, management, analysis, and presentation. Course must be completed with a “C” or better to graduate in the GIS program. Prerequisites: GIS 2344 /GEOG 2344 /SURV 2344 , GIS 2354 , GIS 2373 , GIS 2383 , all with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval. Includes lab component.
  
  • GIS 2990 - Selected Topics in Geographical Information Systems

    The study and/or analysis of selected topics in Geographical Information Systems. May be repeated with a different topic.

Geography

  
  • GEOG 1014 - Geography (Physical) (L)

    Physical geography is a survey of those sciences which study the natural environment. The course presents a study of meteorology, climatology, geology, hydrology, oceanography, soil science, and plant and animal ecology. A major thrust of the course is to establish the interrelatedness of these sciences in terms of scientific principles which apply to each of them. Attention is given to the laws of thermodynamics as well as factors influencing the distributions of weather phenomena, climate zones, landforms, oceanic processes, soil processes, plants, and animals. The course is specifically aimed at non-science majors. Includes lab component.
  
  • GEOG 1023 - Introduction to Economic Geography (S)

    A study of the relation of mankind to his environment and his utilization of natural resources, dealing with problems of production, manufacture, and distribution of goods throughout the world. The aspects of primitive subsistence and degrees of commercialism are considered.
  
  • GEOG 1043 - Introduction to Cultural Geography (S,I,H)

    An introduction to the basic concepts associated with people and their relationships to their physical and cultural environment, with an emphasis on social, economic and political organization.
  
  • GEOG 2013 - Meteorology

    A study of the Earth’s atmosphere including its dynamics, processes, and structure as they pertain to the establishment of weather. Attention will be given to the relationships between weather conditions and air pollution.
  
  • GEOG 2033 - World Regional Geography (S,I,H)

    A study of China, the former USSR, Europe, Latin America, the Arab world, and other parts of our globe. Special emphasis will be given to the five dimensions: political, economic, historical, social, and geographic as each relates to the specific regions. Foresights and options will be examined to improve our vision of the modern world with its ever more close associations and dependencies.
  
  • GEOG 2344 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems

    An introductory course designed to acquaint students with the theory and uses of Geographic Information Systems to capture, store, query, and analyze data referenced to a location on the Earth’s surface. Topics include history and applications, map projections, coordinate systems, data sources, structures, and models, along with methods of data acquisitions, management, manipulation, analysis, and visualization. The lab component will provide students hands-on experiences with ArcGIS software. Crosslisted with GIS 2344 . Course must be completed with a “C” or better to progress in the GIS program.
  
  • GEOG 2990 - Selected Topics in Geography

    The study and/or analysis of a selected topic in Geography. May be repeated with a different topic.

Geology

  
  • GEOL 1014 - General Geology (Physical) (L)

    Study of earth materials and processes for science and non-science majors. Includes examination of the Earth’s interior, magnetism, gravity, setting in space, minerals, rocks, structure, and geologic processes. Laboratory may include field studies.
  
  • GEOL 1024 - General Geology (Historical) (L)

    Study of earth materials and processes within a time perspective. For science and non-science majors. Utilizes fossils, geologic maps, and field studies to interpret geologic history. Laboratory may include field studies. Prerequisite:  GEOL 1014  or instructor approval.
  
  • GEOL 1113 - Introduction to Oceanography

    General survey of the scientific framework of the four specializations of oceanographic study- biological, chemical, geological/geophysical, and physical oceanography.
  
  • GEOL 2021 - Map and Airphoto Interpretation

    Recognition of landforms and geologic features on topographic maps and airphotos. Includes interpretation of geologic maps and fundamentals basic to all types of contour maps. Prerequisite: GEOL 1014  or GEOG 1014 , or instructor approval.
  
  • GEOL 2990 - Selected Topics in Geology

    The study and/or analysis of a selected topic in Geology. May be repeated with a different topic.

German

  
  • GRMN 1001 - German for Communication I

    A companion course to GRMN 1103  with emphasis on speaking and comprehension skills. Recommended that it be taken simultaneously with GRMN 1103  or after. Prerequisite: GRMN 1103 with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  
  • GRMN 1103 - German I

    A beginning course in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing German. The first in a sequence of related courses.
  
  • GRMN 1201 - German for Communication II

    Continued instruction in basic language concepts and beginning conversational skills. Conducted in German. Prerequisite: GRMN 1103  with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  
  • GRMN 1213 - German II

    Continued instruction in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing German. The second in a sequence of related courses. Prerequisite: GRMN 1103  with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  
  • GRMN 1301 - German for Communication III

    Continued instruction to develop oral fluency and conversational skills. Conducted in German. Prerequisite: GRMN 1213  with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  
  • GRMN 1313 - German III

    Continued instruction in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing German. The third in a sequence of related courses. Prerequisite: GRMN 1213  with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  
  • GRMN 1413 - German IV

    Continued instruction in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing German. The fourth in a sequence of related courses. Prerequisite: GRMN 1313  with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.

Health, Human Performance & Physical Education

  
  • HHPE 1143 - Foundations of Physical Education

    Designed for professional orientation in physical education, health and recreation. Brief history, philosophy and modern trends of physical education, teacher qualification, vocational opportunities, expected competencies and skill testing comprise the contents of the course. For students majoring in Physical Education.
  
  • HHPE 2111 - Professional Careers in Nutritional Sciences

    Career opportunities in dietetics and food and nutrition. Roles and responsibilities of nutritional sciences professionals. Routes to professional memberships and current issues in professionalism.
  
  • HHPE 2212 - First Aid

    The standard first aid course of the American Red Cross with special emphasis on resuscitation, control of bleeding and shock, poisons, choking, and transportation of injured persons. Training in emergency care of most acute illnesses and/or accidents included. CPR certification will be through American Heart Association and/or American Red Cross.
  
  • HHPE 2263 - Principles in Health Education and Health Promotion

    Introduction to the field of health education and health promotion focusing on health principles, theories, career opportunities and a field experience.
  
  • HHPE 2603 - Total Wellness

    Overview of individual, inter-personal, and socio-cultural issues that have an impact on health. Behavioral decision making, social relations, cultural diversity and environmental sensitivity.
  
  • HHPE 2653 - Applied Anatomy and Kinesiology

    Anatomical study of structure and function of musculoskeletal systems. Common anatomical injuries and diseases will be presented with each joint structure.
  
  • HHPE 2662 - Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries

    This is an introductory course in sports medicine. Topics covered will include anatomy, physiology, injury evaluation, recognition, treatment and prevention. Acute problems will be discussed.
  
  • HHPE 2990 - Selected Topics in Health, Human Performance, and Physical Education

    The study and/or analysis of a selected topic in Health, Human Performance, and Physical Education. May be repeated with a different topic.

Health Information Technology

  
  • HITC 1113 - Introduction to Health Information Management

    Students are exposed to the educational requirements and professional credentials for health information management, as well as job functions, career opportunities, and alternative work settings. The organizational structure of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) is reviewed along with member services provided. Record format, content, documentation guidelines, and procedures for quantitative and qualitative analysis of the record are also examined. Other topics addressed include: the master patient index, the number index, numbering and filing systems, and record tracking, retrieval and retention. Prerequisite: Admission to the Health Information Technology Program. Includes lab component.
  
  • HITC 1131 - Health Care Delivery Systems and Trends

    Students are exposed to the evolution and organization of current health care systems in the United States, regulatory agencies, health care organizations, health care settings (i.e., hospitals, ambulatory care, long term care, home health care, hospice), health care professionals, third party payers, and health care financing. Terminology associated with health care delivery systems will be defined and current trends with health care delivery examined.
  
  • HITC 1213 - Statistics and Research Methodology

    Descriptive statistics (i.e., means, frequencies, ranges, percentiles and standard deviations), health care statistics, vital statistics and productivity statistics are introduced, including definitions, sources, methods for collection (including abstracting) and reporting, as well as analysis techniques to determine significance, reliability, validity, and/or manipulation. Indices (i.e., diagnosis, procedure, and physician), registers (i.e., birth, death, cancer and trauma) and databases maintained in the health information management department are examined. Students are introduced to, and apply, knowledge-based research techniques and research protocol. Exposure to Institutional Review Boards, national guidelines for human subjects research and health informatics are also included. Prerequisite: HITC 1113 , with a “C” or better. Includes lab component.
  
  • HITC 1223 - Electronic Health Record Systems

    This course provides an overview of electronic health record (EHR) systems including the architecture and design, evaluation and acquisition, data integrity, security and privacy concepts, including monitoring processes and data recovery techniques. Also addressed are policies and procedures for assessing the EHR and its content for compliance as a legal business record. Students are familiarized with state and national initiatives, regulations and guidelines related to information systems for healthcare delivery systems. Other topics examined include data dictionaries, data modeling, data warehousing, screen design, personal health records and micrographics, electronic or imaging technology for data/record storage and retrieval. Prerequisite: HITC 1113  with a grade of “C” or better, and HITC 1353  or concurrent enrollment.
  
  • HITC 1242 - Health Information Management in Alternate Care Settings

    Alternate care settings (i.e., physician’s office, ambulatory care, long term care, home health, hospice, subacute care, rehabilitation, mental health, and dental care) will be examined individually with respect to accrediting agencies, regulatory guidelines, and professional associations. An emphasis will be placed on documentation requirements, systems and administrative procedures, medical office procedures, software and technological tools and professional practice standards related to management of health information in each of the settings. Prerequisite: HITC 1113  with a grade of “C” or better or concurrent enrollment.
  
  • HITC 1333 - CPT and HCPCS Coding

    The course will examine the process of coding procedures using Current Procedural Terminology IV (CPT-IV) and HCFA’s Common Procedural Coding System (HCPCS). CPT coding guidelines, section guidelines, modifier usage, and code linkage will be examined in detail. Students will be exposed to HCPCS codes and the hospital chargemaster. Coding exercises will demonstrate the student’s understanding of the principles of CPT coding. Prerequisites: BIOL 1314  and ALDH 1323 , with a grade of “C” or better. Includes lab component.
  
  • HITC 1353 - Legal Aspects of Health Records

    The focus of this course is on legal issues affecting health information. It provides exposure to the American legal system, legal terminology, case studies, and statutes with practical application of these principles and concepts to medical records. Confidentiality and security of medical information is addressed as are HIPAA regulations. Other topics examined include: birth and death certificates, informed consent, response to subpoenas, admissibility, discoverability, negligence, liability, living wills, and organ donations Prerequisite: HITC 1113 , with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • HITC 1363 - Classification Systems, Terminologies and Coding I

    The current mandated classification system utilized in coding diagnoses and procedures will be examined in detail including associated conventions, guidelines and principles. Variations in coding guidelines based on health care settings will be delineated. Pertinent reference books and publications will be identified. Definitions and reporting guidelines from the Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS) will be reviewed. Proficiency in coding will be demonstrated through coding exercises and practical applications. Other classifications, taxonomies, nomenclatures, terminologies and clinical vocabularies utilized in reimbursement or managing health information are investigated. Prerequisites: BIOL 1314  and ALDH 1323  with a grade of “C” or better. Includes lab component.
  
  • HITC 1412 - Professional Practice Experience I

    Supervised exposure to basic health information management functions and applicable software applications via field trips, demonstrations and/or performance activities provided in an appropriate health care setting or through simulated laboratory activities. Prerequisites: HITC 1213  and HITC 1353  with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • HITC 2053 - Pathophysiology and Pharmacology I

    Review of current theories of disease process by body systems to assist the student in interpreting documentation within the medical record. This course will familiarize students with common diseases by examining diagnostic criteria, tests and procedures, etiological factors, associated complications and treatment regimens, including procedures and/or medications. Drug classification and adverse drug reactions are examined as are the implications of diagnostic test results. Prerequisites: BIOL 1314  and ALDH 1323 , with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • HITC 2113 - Management Techniques for Health Information Services

    During this course the application of basic management techniques as they relate to health information services are examined including planning, organizing, staffing, supervising, and controlling. Students will be exposed to the development and use of job descriptions, policies and procedures, productivity standards, performance evaluations, and budgets. Techniques for resume writing, interviewing, counseling, procedure analysis, forms design, department design and/or layout with ergonomic equipment consideration, and purchase, will also be addressed. Critical thinking skills, decision making techniques and team building concepts are examined. Prerequisite: HITC 1213 , with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • HITC 2121 - Physician Billing and Reimbursement

    Introduction to physician billing and reimbursement issues including insurance verification, preauthorization, claims processing and adjudication, interpretation of explanation of benefits (EOB), appeal of denials, accounts receivable, postings and collections. Other issues examined include the physician fee schedule, Resource Based Relative Value System (RBRVS) and major third party payers (private and government sponsored). Prerequisites: HITC 1333  and HITC 1363  with a grade of “C” or better and HITC 2403  or concurrent enrollment. Includes lab component.
  
  • HITC 2133 - Reimbursement Systems and Revenue Cycle Management

    Students are introduced to the following reimbursement systems: Ambulatory Patient Classification (APC), Diagnosis Related Groups (DRG), Medicare Severity Diagnosis Related Groups (MS-DRG), Resource Utilization Groups (RUG), Home Health Resource Groups (HHRG), and the prospective payment systems for inpatient rehabilitation and psychiatric facilities. Retrospective and prospective reimbursement systems and capitation are examined. Revenue cycle management issues including advance beneficiary notice, bill preparation, reviewing remittance advice forms, appealing denials, case mix index, and charge master maintenance are investigated. Coding quality and compliance strategies and plans are reviewed. Prerequisites: HITC 1333  and HITC 1363  with a grade of “C” or better and HITC 2403  or concurrent enrollment.
  
  • HITC 2153 - Pathophysiology and Pharmacology II

    This course continues the review of current theories of disease process for the remaining body systems not covered in HITC 2053. Students will investigate common diseases by examining diagnostic criteria, tests and procedures, etiological factors, associated complications and treatment regimens, including procedures and/or medications. Drug classification and adverse drug reactions are examined as are the implications of diagnostic test results. Prerequisites: BIOL 1314  and ALDH 1323  with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • HITC 2213 - Quality, Utilization, and Risk Assessment

    Course includes a detailed examination of licensure and accreditation standards utilized to measure department compliance. Students are introduced to quality improvement theory and techniques (departmental and hospital-wide) and to the “team concept approach” including a review of member and/or facilitator skills needed to successfully participate. The course will also address the concepts and theories of utilization management, critical care pathways, severity of illness systems, quality improvement organizations, and risk management. The role of the medical staff coordinator in credentialing, privileging, committee preparation, and minutes documentation is also examined Prerequisite: HITC 1213 , with a grade of “C” or better.
  
  • HITC 2342 - Professional Practice Experience III - Coding

    Utilizing the current mandated code sets, students will apply coding guidelines and principles to advanced coding problems and patient record documentation. Coding software and groupers will be utilized. Supervised experience coding a variety of patient types (e.g., inpatient, outpatient, physician visits) will occur in a health care setting or through simulated laboratory activities. Exposure to other coding related functions (e.g., Charge Master Maintenance, Clinical Documentation Improvement, Billing Issues) could occur via field trips, individual assignments or guest speakers. Prerequisites: HITC 1333 , HITC 1363 , HITC 2403 , HITC 2133 , HITC 2121 , HITC 2053  and HITC 2153  with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  
  • HITC 2403 - Coding II

    The application of coding principles and guidelines introduced in HITC 1363 will be continued. Source documents are reviewed to practice identifying diagnostic and procedural information to be coded. Coding and reporting guidelines are then applied to diagnostic and procedural information obtained from the health records. This enables the student to establish the necessary skills for achieving coding totality, coding accuracy, and appropriate sequencing of codes. Students will also utilize coding software and groupers. Prerequisite: HITC 1363  with a grade of “C” or better. Includes lab component.
  
  • HITC 2411 - Professional Practice Experience II

    Supervised exposure to expanded health information management functions (e.g., Cancer Registry, Quality Assessment, Medical Staff Coordination) and alternate care settings (e.g., Home Health, Hospice, Skilled Nursing Facilities) via field trips, demonstrations and/or performance activities conducted at the facility or in simulated laboratory activities.  Emphasis is placed on the variations in policies, functions, procedures and documentation requirements applicable to each setting.  Prerequisites:  HITC 1412  and HITC 1353  with a grade of “C” or better
  
  • HITC 2512 - HIT Professional Review

    Capstone course builds on the concepts of all courses within the HIT program.  Students will evaluate and integrate the knowledge and skills learned and assess their level of mastery with entry level competencies. Prerequisites:  All previous HITC courses with a grade of “C” or better or instructor approval.
  
  • HITC 2990 - Selected Topics in Health Information Technology

    The study and/or analysis of a selected topic in Health Information Technology. May be repeated with a different topic.

History

  
  • HIST 1053 - Ancient and Medieval Western Civilization (H)

    A survey of the background for development of civilization in the West including the Near East, Greece, and Rome through the Middle Ages and into the period of the Renaissance and Reformation.
  
  • HIST 1063 - Modern Western Civilization (H)

    The unfolding of the pattern of modern western civilization from the Renaissance to current times. A study of the Age of Revolution and the beginnings of industrialism in the nineteenth century and the social, economic, and political factors of recent world history.
  
  • HIST 1073 - Twentieth Century World History (H) (I)

    A survey of world history covering World War I and its aftermath, the Depression and the rise of totalitarianism, World War II, the decline of Western imperialism and the growth of the Third World, and the issues of the 1980’s.
  
  • HIST 1483 - U.S. History 1492 to the Civil War Era

    A general presentation of United States history, commencing with the European background and first discoveries. The pattern of exploration, settlement, and development of institutions is followed throughout the colonial period and the early national experience to Civil War era.
  
  • HIST 1493 - U.S. History - Civil War Era to the Present

    A survey of the unfolding of United States history from the Civil War Era to the present day. The study includes social, economic, and political aspects of American life and follows the development of the United States as a world power.
  
  • HIST 2043 - Contemporary Affairs (D)

    A study of contemporary affairs based on news magazines, newspapers, and audiovisual resources. By studying current events the student can gain a greater insight into his/her own time and also into historical methodology. Emphasis on self-directed study and skills in using the Learning Resources Center.
  
  • HIST 2333 - African-American History (H)

    A survey of the African-American experience in American history, beginning with slavery during the creation of the United States as a democratic republic. Tracing the abolitionist movement, African-Americans in the Civil War, Reconstruction and post- Reconstruction, the course will focus on America’s attempts to deal with the consequences of slavery throughout the twentieth century.
  
  • HIST 2343 - Native American History (H)

    An introduction to the cultures, experiences, and conflicts of Native Americans from pre-history to the present. Crosslisted with NAMS 2343 .
  
  • HIST 2523 - History of Oklahoma

    Intercultural contributions from prehistoric to present, including explorations, Indian cultures, homesteading, and statehood.
  
  • HIST 2990 - Selected Topics in History

    The study and/or analysis of a selected topic in History. May be repeated with a different topic.

Human Resources

  
  • HRES 2113 - Principles of Human Resources

    The principles, policies, and practices currently related to the organization and administration of the human resources department. Will include topics on the employment process, diversity in the workplace, promotion principles, retirement plans, union and nonunion activities and relations. Comparative analysis of such human resources practices as rating scales, job evaluation, safety, and welfare programs also will be included.
  
  • HRES 2123 - Employee Law

    An in-depth study of employee laws and workplace issues.  Title VII, ADA, EEO, affirmative action programs, discrimination, employment contracts and labor law will be covered.  Contemporary workplace issues including employee benefits, discipline, and termination will also be addressed within a legal context.
 

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