May 18, 2024  
2015-2016 SLCC General Catalog 
    
2015-2016 SLCC General Catalog [**** ATTENTION: YOU ARE VIEWING AN ARCHIVED CATALOG ****]

Course Descriptions


Course Numbering Information:
Courses at SLCC are identified by an alphabetic prefix (two to four letters) followed by a four-digit number. Numbers beginning with a “1” generally indicate a course designed primarily for freshmen (such as ENGL 1010 ); numbers beginning with a “2” generally indicate courses designed primarily for sophomores (such as MATH 2010 ); numbers beginning with a “0” generally indicate preparatory courses that are non-transferable (such as WRTG 0990 ).

 

Health & Lifetime Activities

  
  • HLAC 1040 - Belly Dancing Basics (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This class uses Middle Eastern Dance in a low impact cardio workout to stretch and strengthen muscles, especially core. It can help improve posture and increase concentration while having fun. This class encourages lifetime health/wellness.


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  • HLAC 1046 - Jog/Walk (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    Student will engage in a personalized jogging and/or walking program. Emphasis is on helping students lose fat, firm up, improve cardiovascular endurance and ease stress. Emphasis is on lifelong wellness.


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  • HLAC 1051 - TRX (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    TRX is suspension training using straps, body weight, and angles for core and functional strength work. TRX includes flexibility, stability, balance, strength, power and cardio conditioning. Lifetime wellness concepts will be emphasized.


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  • HLAC 1052 - Boot Camp (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    High-intensity interval class that uses cardio-respiratory, speed, and endurance drills combined with muscular strength and endurance exercises for a fun and challenging workout to increase fitness. Lifetime wellness is emphasized.


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  • HLAC 1054 - Core Pilates Barre (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This workout class is a high intensity, fun mix of Pilates, ballet inspired exercises, yoga, and athletic conditioning in a goup exercise setting. This class encourages lifelong wellness concepts.


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  • HLAC 1055 - Pilates I (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This is a Pilates mat class that uses breathing, core conditioning and body awareness in a series of dynamic exercises to stretch, strengthen and streamline the body. This course emphasizes lifelong fitness and wellness.


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  • HLAC 1057 - Yoga I (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    An introduction to Hatha Yoga stretching, breathing, and relaxation techniques. It is designed for stress management, meditation, peace of mind and self-awareness. This class emphasizes overall balance and lifelong wellness concepts.


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  • HLAC 1058 - Yoga II (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    A more advanced practice of Hatha Yoga stretching, breathing and relaxation techniques. It is designed for stress management, meditation and increased self-awareness. This course emphasizes life balance and lifelong wellness concepts.

    Recommended Prerequisite: HLAC 1057 


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  • HLAC 1062 - Flexibility for Fitness (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    A comprehensive stretching program to increase the range of joint mobility, through a regular flexibility exercise program. This course covers safe practice and enjoyable ways to increase muscular flexibility. Emphasis is on lifelong wellness.


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  • HLAC 1073 - Aerobic Circuit (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    A cardiovascular workout combined with strength training. It covers the use of resistance equipment while alternating with aerobic intervals. This course is excellent for cross training and muscle toning. Emphasis is on lifelong wellness.


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  • HLAC 1080 - Strength Training I (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    A basic resistance training course which teaches proper lifting techniques and methods to increase muscular strength and endurance. Free weights and resistance machines will be used. Emphasis is on lifelong fitness.


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  • HLAC 1081 - Strength Training II (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    A more advanced resistance training class that teaches proper lifting techniques to increase muscular strength and endurance. Free weights and resistance machines will be used. Emphasis is on lifelong fitness.

    Recommended Prerequisite: HLAC 1080 


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  • HLAC 1082 - Strength Training III (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This is the fall semester, intercollegiate athletic team class that teaches and practices advanced resistance training methods to increase muscular strength and endurance. Emphasis is on lifelong fitness.

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval


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  • HLAC 1083 - Strength Training IV (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This is the spring semester, intercollegiate athletic team class that teaches and practices advanced resistance training methods to increase muscular strength and endurance. Emphasis is on lifelong fitness.

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval


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  • HLAC 1096 - Fitness for Life (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    Wellness and healthy lifestyle concepts are taught with an emphasis on aerobic exercise and physical fitness. Lecture/ Lab format. Students will design and engage in a fitness program. Includes fitness appraisals and behavior change with emphasis on lifelong wellness.


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  • HLAC 1100 - Tennis I (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    Covers the basic strokes, shots, safety, rules, etiquette, and strategy of tennis. Course is designed for fun, competition, and to encourage lifelong participation.


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  • HLAC 1101 - Tennis II (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    Course is for the intermediate player. Students will learn to adjust their tennis strokes according to power, control, height of bounces, speeds and angles. Course is designed for fun, competition, and encourages lifelong participation.

    Recommended Prerequisite: HLAC 1100 


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  • HLAC 1105 - Badminton (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    Course covers basic concepts of singles and doubles badminton. Includes basic strokes, serves, shots, safety, rules, and strategy. Course is designed for fun and encourages lifelong participation.


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  • HLAC 1110 - Racquetball I (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    Covers basic fundamentals of racquetball. Includes basic strokes, shots, safety, rules, etiquette, and strategy. Course is designed for fun, competition, and to encourage lifelong participation.


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  • HLAC 1111 - Racquetball II (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This course teaches the intermediate skills of racquetball, with emphasis on strategy and a more competitive style of play. It is designed for fun, competition, and encourages lifelong participation.

    Recommended Prerequisite: HLAC 1110 


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  • HLAC 1125 - Pickleball (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This course is designed for students to learn the fundamentals and skills of pickleball, which is a combination of tennis, badminton, and ping pong. This course includes lifelong wellness concepts.


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  • HLAC 1130 - Golf I (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    Covers the basic fundamentals of golf. Emphasis is on the knowledge and practice of individual skills. Rules and etiquette will be taught. Course is designed for fun to encourage lifelong participation.


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  • HLAC 1131 - Golf II (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    Course teaches intermediate golf skills, techniques, rules, etiquette and strategies. It is designed for fun, competition, and encourages lifelong participation.

    Recommended Prerequisite: HLAC 1130 


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  • HLAC 1145 - Bowling I (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    Covers the basic skills of bowling including: ball selection, fit, approach and delivery. History, rules, safety, terminology, and etiquette will also be covered. Designed for fun and to encourage lifelong participation.


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  • HLAC 1146 - Bowling II (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    Course continues the study and practice of bowling. Intermediate skills, techniques and strategies will be taught. Course is designed for fun, competition, and encourages lifelong participation.

    Recommended Prerequisite: HLAC 1145 


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  • HLAC 1200 - Basketball I (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This course covers the fundamentals of basketball. Students will increase individual skills and gain an understanding of the regulations that govern this sport. It is designed for fun, competition, and to encourage lifelong participation.


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  • HLAC 1201 - Basketball II (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This course teaches the intermediate skills of basketball, with emphasis on strategy and a more competitIve style of play. It is designed for fun, competition, and encourages lifelong participation.

    Recommended Prerequisite: HLAC 1200 


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  • HLAC 1210 - Volleyball I (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    Covers the basic fundamentals of volleyball. Students will increase individual skills and gain an understanding of the regulations that govern this sport. It is designed for fun, competition, and to encourage lifelong participation.


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  • HLAC 1211 - Volleyball II (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This course covers intermediate skills and team concepts, including 6-person, 3-person and 2-person intense transition drills. It is designed for fun, competition, and encourages lifelong participation.

    Recommended Prerequisite: HLAC 1210 


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  • HLAC 1212 - Volleyball III (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This course covers skills and team concepts for advanced player, including advanced techniques in offensive and defensive systems and blocking principles. It is designed for fun, competition, and lifelong participation.

    Recommended Prerequisite: HLAC 1211 


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  • HLAC 1213 - Sand Volleyball (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This class teaches the principles of sand volleyball including doubles, three, four or six player combinations. Basic volleyball skills will be taught. This class encourages fitness and wellness.


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  • HLAC 1230 - Soccer I (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This course covers basic soccer skills including ball control, heading, passing and shooting. This course teaches rules and strategies with emphasis on team play. It is designed for fun, competition, and to encourage lifelong participation.


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  • HLAC 1232 - Competitive Soccer (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This course is designed for the club soccer team at SLCC. instructor approval. is required. The class combines skill development, practice, and competition, and encourages lifelong fitness and wellness.

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval


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  • HLAC 1245 - Ultimate Frisbee (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This course teaches the basic rules, regulations and skills required for participation in ultimate frisbee. This class emphasizes lifelong wellness concepts.


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  • HLAC 1310 - Water Fitness (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This course covers a variety of workouts in a low impact water environment. Workouts may include water aerobics, deep water aerobics, water running, swim fitness, water pilates, etc.  This course emphasizes lifelong wellness concepts.


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  • HLAC 1350 - Scuba I (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  Additional Course Fee Required
    This course covers basic techniques, safety and equipment used in scuba diving in an indoor pool setting. Students will learn about pressure, dive tables, respiration and dive planning. It emphasizes lifelong fitness and wellness concepts.

    Prerequisite: Must be able to swim


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  • HLAC 1351 - Scuba II (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  Additional Course Fee Required
    This course covers underwater search patterns, principles of underwater physics, volume and pressure changes, and limited visibility diving. Specialty equipment, deep diving and photography will be covered. Lifelong wellness is emphasized.

    Recommended Prerequisite: HLAC 1350 , instructor approval or Open Water Course


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  • HLAC 1410 - Tai Chi Chuan (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This course covers basic knowledge and practice of Yang style Tai Chi Chuan Peking Form, and Chi Gung exercises, theories, and strategies. This course emphasizes martial arts for fitness rather than as a combative practice.


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  • HLAC 1413 - Qi Gong (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    A 5000 year old Chinese practice of slow movements combined with deep breathing to bring a peaceful mind, calm spirit, more capability dealing with daily stresses and disease along with an invigorated body. Health/wellness component taught.


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  • HLAC 1440 - Aikido I (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    A Japanese martial arts incorporating joint-lock and throwing techniques applied in self-defense. Class helps develop strength, flexibility, posture/balance, concentration, awareness, self-observation, and lifelong fitness/wellness.


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  • HLAC 1442 - Brazilian Capoeira (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    Capoeira is a diverse Brazilian martial art which incorporates self-defense, kicks, ground moves, acrobatics and music. Participants gain strength, flexibility, coordination, and endurance. This course emphasizes lifelong wellness concepts.


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  • HLAC 1445 - Tae Kwon-Do I (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This course covers the basic techniques, conditioning and self-defense movements of this Korean martial art. It provides opportunity to learn kicking, blocking, punching and self-defense techniques, and emphasizes lifelong wellness.


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  • HLAC 1446 - Tae Kwon-Do II (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    PrereqContinuation of HLAC 1445  with emphasis on intermediate technique, body conditioning and self-defense. Students will perform intermediate kicks, blocks, patterns and board breaking. Lifelong wellness concepts will be emphasized.

    Prerequisite: HLAC 1445  or instructor approval


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  • HLAC 1449 - Kung fu I/Wing Chun (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    Introduction to Wing Chun Kig fu including calisthenics and basic techniques. Will include history, theory, fight strategy, self defense, sticky hand, grab, and grappling techniques. Emphasis is on lifelong wellness.


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  • HLAC 1450 - Kung fu I/Hung Gar (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This course covers Hung Gar Kung fu techniques including calisthenics/conditioning (cardiovascular, forearms, and shins). It includes history, theory, fight strategy, self defense, and grappling techniques. Emphasis is on lifelong wellness.


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  • HLAC 1451 - Kung Fu II (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    It continues the study of Hung Gar Kung fu, emphasizing theory, fight strategy, self defense, grab techniques and 1st traditional Hung Gar Kung fu form. Conditioning focus is on cardio, ribs, and outer thighs. Lifelong wellness emphasis.

    Recommended Prerequisite: HLAC 1450  or HLAC 1449  or instructor approval


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  • HLAC 1520 - Hiking (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    Students will learn the basic skills of hiking, including trip planning, map reading and basic first aid. Hikes include various locations along the Wasatch Front. This course is designed for fun and encourages lifelong participation.


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  • HLAC 1527 - Rock Climbing I (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This is a beginning climbing class focusing on indoor Top Rope belaying/climbing skills and techniques. No prior rope climbing experience required. This course is designed for fun, challenge and encourages lifelong participation.


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  • HLAC 1528 - Rock Climbing II (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    Students learn intermediate static and dynamic movement styles, including belaying, clipping and rope management techniques. Students are taught to safely lead-climb indoors. Designed for fun, challenge and lifelong participation.

    Recommended Prerequisite: HLAC 1527  or instructor approval


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  • HLAC 1540 - Related Outdoor Activity (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    Provides credit for physical activity tied to other courses offered by the college such as community services courses (building homes for the homeless) or anthropology courses involving field schools. Lifelong wellness is encouraged.


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  • HLAC 1550 - Mountain Biking I (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This course provides instruction in mountain biking techniques, bike maintenance, trip planning and safety. Class meets at various locations along the Wasatch Front. This course is designed for fun and encourages lifelong participation.


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  • HLAC 1610 - Skiing/Snowboarding (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  Additional Course Fee Required
    This is a basic skiing and/or snowboarding course, taught by professionally trained instructors and accommodates all skill levels. The course is designed for fun and encourages lifelong participation.


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  • HLAC 1655 - Snowshoeing (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    Students are taught basic skills in snowshoeing techniques, maintenance, trip planning and safety. Class meets at various trails in the Wasatch Mountains. This course is designed for fun and encourages lifelong participation.


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  • HLAC 1670 - Ice Skating I (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This course will introduce the students to the fundamental skills of ice skating. This course emphasizes lifelong wellness concepts.


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  • HLAC 1715 - Country Western Dance (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This course teaches popular partner country western dances including Texas Two-Step, Nightclub Two-Step, East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing and Cha-cha. This course is designed for fun and encourages lifelong participation.


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  • HLAC 1720 - Social Dance I (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This course introduces social, ballroom and partner dancing. It includes basic steps of Merengue, Waltz, Rumba, Foxtrot, Triple Swing, Cha-cha and Tango. This course is designed for fun and encourages lifelong participation.


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  • HLAC 1800 - Intercollegiate Athl I (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This is the intercollegiate athletic team class offered in the Fall Semester. The class is designed for practice, competition, and encourages lifelong wellness.

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval


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  • HLAC 1801 - Intercollegiate Athl II (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This is the intercollegiate athletic team class offered during Spring Semester. The class is designed for practice, competition, and encourages lifelong fitness.

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval


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  • HLAC 1802 - Intercollegiate Athl III (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This is the intercollegiate athletic team class offered during Fall Semester. Instructor approval is required. The class is designed for practice, competition, and encourages lifelong wellness.

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval


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  • HLAC 1803 - Intercollegiate Athl IV (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This is the intercollegiate athletic team class offered during Spring Semester. Instructor approval is required. The class is designed for practice, competition, and encourages lifelong wellness.

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval


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  • HLAC 1805 - Cheer Squad I (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This is the fall semester intercollegiate cheer squad class. Instructor approval is required. The class is designed for practice, competition, and encourages lifelong fitness.

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval


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  • HLAC 1806 - Cheer Squad II (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    This is the spring semester intercollegiate cheer squad class. Instructor approval is required. The class is designed for practice, competition, and encourages lifelong fitness.

    Prerequisite: Instructor approval


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  • HLAC 2105 - Principles of Cardiorespiratory Training (LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    A more advanced course designed to provide students with the knowledge and practice of cardiorespiratory training. Emphasis is in understanding cardiorespiratory modalities, manipulation of volume and intensity, and how it affects training adaptation. This course emphasizes lifelong fitness and wellness concepts.


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  • HLAC 2110 - Prin. of Weight Training(LW)

    Credits: 1   |  
    Advanced course designed to provide students with the knowledge and skill in the use of free weights, weight machines and exercise apparatus, with an emphasis in designing resistant training programs to meet a wide range of goals. Course emphasizes lifelong fitness and wellness concepts.


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Health Information Technology

  
  • HIT 1010 - Introduction to Computers for Health Information Workers

    Credits: 1   |  
    Students will learn basic concepts related to computer hardware, software, digital security, data entry and management of data. Students will acquire basic computer skills in word processor, spreadsheet, presentation, web browser, email, calendar, imaging and scanning with focus on navigation, accuracy and analysis.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the program of Program Manager’s persmission


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  • HIT 1020 - Basic Diagnosis Coding

    Credits: 3   |  
    Introduction and practice with International Classification of Diseases (ICD) using current (ICD-9) coding procedures as well as instruction toward ICD-10 implementation & Health Care Common Procedural Coding System (HCPCS) for optimal reimbursements as practiced in the medical setting.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the program of Program Manager’s persmission
    Recommended Corequisite: HIT 1010 , HIT 1030 , HIT 1040 , and HIT 1100 


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  • HIT 1030 - Basic Procedure Coding

    Credits: 3   |  
    Introduction and practice with Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) HCPCS for optimal reimbursements, as practiced in the medical setting.

    Prerequisite: Admission to the program of Program Manager’s persmission
    Recommended Corequisite: HIT 1020 , HIT 1040 , and HIT 1100 


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  • HIT 1040 - Pathophysiology for Health Information Technology

    Credits: 3   |  
    Discussion of Structure and Function of full body systems. Emphasis will be placed on anatomical orientation. Specific disease causes and processes. Structure and functions of the full body systems will prepare the students for the Health Information Technology profession.

    Prerequisite: Admission to program or Program Manager’s permission
    Recommended Corequisite: HIT 1010 , HIT 1020 , HIT 1030 , HIT 1100 


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  • HIT 1050 - Medical Business Practices

    Credits: 3   |  
    Students will learn medical business concepts related to organization in healthcare, including structure and operations, standards and regulations,and  behavioral management; students will also be introduced to healthcare privacy laws ,confidentiallity, and healthcare legal and ethical issues from an organizational, business perspective.

    Prerequisite: Program Coordinator’s permission.


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  • HIT 1080 - Clinical Classification Systems

    Credits: 2   |  
    Intro and practice with Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) HCPCS for optimal reimbursements, as practiced in the medical setting. Introduction & practice with Intl Classification of Diseases (ICD) using ICD-10 implementation & HealthCare Common Proc Coding System. Students will apply rules to code patient diagnosis.

    Prerequisite: Program Coordinator’s permission, HIT 1100  , BIOL 2320  ,BIOL 2420  


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  • HIT 1100 - Medical Terminology for Health Information Technology

    Credits: 3   |  
    A body system approach covering medical word roots, suffixes and prefixes. Emphasis is place on pronunciation through use of the textbook CD, spelling and proper usage of medical terms. Medical abbreviations are also introduced as they relate to Health Information Management.

    Prerequisite: Admission to program or Program Manager’s permission
    Recommended Corequisite: HIT 1010 , HIT 1020 , HIT 1030 , HIT 1040 


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  • HIT 1120 - Healthcare Quality Improvement

    Credits: 2   |  
    Students will learn trends in healthcare quality control and performance. Students will obtain a solid source on performance improvement (PI) foundations, fundamentals, and core principles. The course also provides knowledge on issues inherent in the management of quality and performance improvement in healthcare.

    Prerequisite: Program Coordinator’s permission.


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  • HIT 2110 - Health Informatics

    Credits: 3   |  
    Introduction to health informatics, which combines healthcare, information technology, and business. Students will focus on the implementation and optimization of the information systems that support clinical practice and the communication infrastructure that enables critical information to be utilized for healthcare administration.

    Prerequisite: HIT 1010  or Program Manager’s permission


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  • HIT 2120 - Pharmacotherapy

    Credits: 2   |  
    Students will be introduced to current drug information through a body system approach. Emphasis is placed on the understanding of the action of drugs such as: absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion of drugs by the body. Drug classification of most commonly prescribed drugs is introduced.

    Prerequisite: HIT 1100  and HIT 1040  or Program Manager’s permission


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  • HIT 2220 - Intermediate Coding

    Credits: 3   |  
    Course focuses on using International Classification of Disease (ICD) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding. Students code a wide range of original source documents they may encounter on the job. The student will translate source documents & apply previously learned coding techniques.

    Prerequisite: HIT 1020 , HIT 1030 , HIT 1040 , and HIT 1100  .
    Corequisite: HIT 2230  or Program Coordinator’s permission


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  • HIT 2230 - ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Coding & ICD-10-PCS Procedural Coding

    Credits: 3   |  
    This course is an introduction to the ICD-10 code sets and guidelines. Students will code a wide range of original source documents they may encounter on the job. The student will translate source documents and apply newly learned coding techniques in diagnostic and procedural coding.

    Prerequisite: HIT 1100 , HIT 1020 , HIT 1030  & HIT 1040  and Program Coordinator’s permission
    Corequisite: HIT 2220  


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  • HIT 2240 - Healthcare Data, Content and Structure

    Credits: 3   |  
    Introduction to the collection and maintenance of health data. Student will learn to conduct analysis and learn how to create and administer policies and procedures to ensure the accuracy of health data, registries and or databases. Student will learn how to complete data reports required for healthcare institutions and federal/state statutes.

    Prerequisite: HIT 1010  or Program Manager’s permission


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  • HIT 2250 - Healthcare Delivery Systems

    Credits: 3   |  
    Course provides a comprehensive overview of the structures and operations of the healthcare system. Learn the organization of healthcare delivery in the United States and healthcare organizations structure and operation. Introduction to healthcare standards and regulations, such as federal and state law and medical ethics.

    Prerequisite: HIT 1010  or Program Manager’s permission


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  • HIT 2260 - Healthcare Reimbursement

    Credits: 3   |  
    This course will introduce healthcare billing and reimbursement, including standard practices of insurance claim billing for major health insurance entities, federal healthcare legislation and compliance. Ethical standards of practice will be applied and promoted through the accuracy of coding, billing and the revenue cycle process.

    Prerequisite: HIT 1010 , HIT 1020 , & HIT 1030  or Program Manager’s permision


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  • HIT 2270 - Professional Practice Experience Capstone/Practicum

    Credits: 1   |  
    In this course the student will have the opportunity to experience on-the-job training while serving a 50-hour unpaid practicum.

    Prerequisite: Program Approval


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  • HIT 2280 - Advanced Clinical Classification Systems

    Credits: 2   |  
    Students will code a wide range of original source documents they may encounter on the job. Introduction and practice with Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and HCPCS coding for optimal reimbursements, as practiced in the medical setting.

    Prerequisite: Program Coordinator’s permission, HIT 1100  , BIOL 2320  , BIOL 2420  


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Health Science (CE)

  
  • HS 2050 - Cultural, Legal, And Ethical Issues For The Health Sciences(ID, DV)

    Credits: 3   |  
    The course explores Western medical ethics as articulated by clinicians, health care professionals within the framework of a wide range of secular, cultural, and socioeconomic groups and religious traditions and how these various factors lead to tension and compromise effective, humane health care. The course will promote awareness of health care outcomes and medical care for diverse populations.


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Health Unit Coordinator (SAT)

  
  • KHUC 0190 - Health Unit Coordinating

    Contact Hours: 60   |  
    Students learn the skills required to work as a member of the health care team providing non-clinical support for patient care: maintain patient charts, transcribe doctors orders, order diagnostic tests/procedures, etc.


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  • KHUC 0210 - Cooperative Externship

    Contact Hours: 78   |  
    Students participate in a cooperative externship with a local hospital. A cooperative preceptor assists with specific assignments to enhance the students competency and proficiency for work in a hospital nursing unit.


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Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

  
  • HVAC 1100 - Refrigeration Basic Electrical

    Credits: 10   |  
    Provides an understanding of HVACR electrical controlled circuits. Reading ladder and schematic diagrams, computerized training, troubleshooting circuits, electric single-phase motors and starting devices are emphasized in both theory and lab.

    Corequisite: HVAC 1120 


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  • HVAC 1110 - HVAC I A

    Credits: 5   |  
    Materials and devices with focus on CPR/First Aid, Safety, Hand Tools, Accessories, Basic Electricity, Character Education/Customer Service, and Basic Gas Properties/ Gas Appliance Installation.

    Prerequisite: HVAC 1470  or equivalent


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  • HVAC 1120 - HVAC IB

    Credits: 5   |  
    Basic refrigeration cycle and physic principles. Cut, solder, and braze copper tubing, demonstrate safe use of manifold gauges, vacuum pumps, recovery machines. EPA/CFC certificate preparation.

    Prerequisite: HVAC 1110 


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  • HVAC 1210 - HVAC IIA

    Credits: 5   |  
    Installation principles, determine heat and cooling loads, calculate and design ducts, identify filtration methods, and install residential systems. Rocky Mountain Gas Association (RMGA) installation test.


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  • HVAC 1220 - HVAC IIB

    Credits: 5   |  
    Reading and interpreting of HVAC system blueprints to design and install HVAC layout, fabricate and install common sheet metal duct fittings.

    Prerequisite: HVAC 1210 


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  • HVAC 1400 - Air Conditioning

    Credits: 10   |  
    Provides an understanding of commercial and residential air conditioning installation, service on refrigerant control devices and compressors, super-heat and sub-cooling adjustments, and heat pump operations. adjustments, and heat pump operations.

    Prerequisite: HVAC 1300


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  • HVAC 1470 - Math Basics for HVAC (QS)

    Credits: 5   |  
    This is a customized course in applied mathematics for the trades including algebraic and trigonometric functions.


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  • HVAC 2000 - Heat, Vent, Air Specialties

    Credits: 5   |  
    This course is designed to meet the needs of a student requesting co-op credit for on-the-job training hours. Credit hours may vary for this course.


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  • HVAC 2310 - HVAC IIIA

    Credits: 5   |  
    Electron theory, AC and DC current, Ohm’s law, series and parallel circuits, operation of gas furnaces, basic heat and cool controls and balance equipment. ICE Residential and Light Commercial Air-Conditioning and Heating Certification tests.

    Prerequisite: HVAC 1120 


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  • HVAC 2320 - HVAC IIIB

    Credits: 5   |  
    Operation of the compression refrigeration and heat pump cycles, and troubleshoot systems. RMGA Service Certification test, the NATE Core Service and one Specialty test.

    Prerequisite: HVAC 2310 


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  • HVAC 2410 - HVAC IVA

    Credits: 5   |  
    Fan types, measure air flow, volume and velocity using various instruments. Principles of hydronics, steam heat and heat distribution units as well as basic principles of oil furnace heat systems.

    Prerequisite: HVAC 2320 


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  • HVAC 2420 - HVAC IVB

    Credits: 5   |  
    Electronic components and control systems in electromechanical, pneumatic, electronic and DDC. Principles of psychometrics, humidification, desiccant cooling and dehumidification.

    Prerequisite: HVAC 2410 


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  • KACC 0100 - Safety Fundamentals

    Contact Hours: 10   |  
    Students prepare for the OSHA 10 hr. safety certificate and practice safety rules that apply to HVAC Industry.

    Prerequisite: School of App Tech assessment


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  • KACC 0105 - Green Energy Systems

    Contact Hours: 40   |  
    Provides an awareness of the need for conservation and energy management and self-sufficiency in energy needs related to HVAC service. Students learn principles of solar, wind, and alternative energy resources.

    Prerequisite: School of App Tech assessment, KACC 0100 


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  • KACC 0200 - Fundamentals of Electricity

    Contact Hours: 180   |  
    Electrical theory and applications in HVAC service. Students learn principles of electricity as applied to HVAC. Students may earn related Employment Ready certificates.

    Prerequisite: School of App Tech assessment, KACC 0100  and KACC 0105 


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  • KACC 0220 - Electrical Applications

    Contact Hours: 140   |  Additional Course Fee Required
    Students apply the fundamentals of electricity in specific HVAC applications. Heat pumps, electrical heating equip, variable frequency drives, electrical and DDC controls are emphasized. Students may earn Employment Ready certificates.

    Prerequisite: School of App Tech assessment, KACC 0100 , KACC 0105  and KACC 0200 


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