May 16, 2024  
2010-2011 Catalog 
    
2010-2011 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • HFT 2410 - Front Office Procedures


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    This course traces the flow of activities and functions performed in today’s lodging operations with a comparison of manual, machine assisted, and computer based methods for each front office function.
  
  • HFT 2501 - Hospitality Sales Promotion


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    This course presents a practical understanding of the operating statement and precisely where, how, and why the sales effort fits into the total earnings and profit picture of a hospitality operation. Emphasis is on producing business at a profit.
  
  • HFT 2600 - Hospitality Law


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    This course provides an awareness of the rights and responsibilities that the law grants to or imposes upon employees of the hospitality industry, and illustrates the possible consequences of failure to satisfy legal obligations.
  
  • HIM 1000 - Introduction to Health Information Management


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Health Information Management Program
    This course provides an introduction to the profession, functions and management of health information. Topics covered will include healthcare delivery systems, the HIM profession, healthcare delivery settings, content and format of the patient record, numbering and filing systems, record storage and circulation, indexes, registers, health data collection, electronic health records, legal issues, coding and reimbursement.
  
  • HIM 1140 - Essentials of Pharmacology


    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): HSC 1531, BSC 1084C, HIM 1430
    This course will provide the student with a basic understanding of pharmacology. Information regarding drug classification, names, routes of administration, effects and references, and interpretation of the prescription will be studied.
  
  • HIM 1211 - Electronic Health Records


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101 with a “C” or better
    This course is designed to provide the HIM student with the foundational knowledge of how an electronic health record (EHR) is used in the ambulatory care setting. Direct hands-on experience using an educational version of an EHR will be provided.
  
  • HIM 1430 - Principles of Disease


    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): HSC 1531 with a grade of “C” or better
    This course introduces the student to important concepts related to human diseases. The most common diseases and disorders of each body system are presented along with a review of the anatomy and physiology pertinent to the content. Additionally, the effects of aging on the system and the relationship of aging to disease are presented.
  
  • HIM 1802 - Professional Practice Experience I


    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): HIM 1000 and permission of the HIM Program Coordinator
    Entry-level directed practice designed to provide the student with a strong foundation in the technical aspects of HIM operations and processes. Activities will include review of patient registration, discharge record processing, data collection, record retrieval, release of information, data storage, and other departmental process functions.
  
  • HIM 2012 - Healthcare Law


    3 credit(s)
    In-depth study of federal and state laws governing the preparation and use of protected health information. Topics include the United States legal system, the definition of the legal health record and its maintenance, content, use, access, disclosure, reporting and disposition.
  
  • HIM 2210 - Healthcare Information Systems


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): HIM 1000, HIM 1211, CGS 1100
    This course will explore the various information systems currently in use in the healthcare environment. An emphasis will be placed upon the selection, implementation, use and management of information systems in healthcare.
  
  • HIM 2214 - Healthcare Statistics


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): HIM 1000, MAC 1105, CGS 1100
    Presentation of basic health care statistics to provide the student with an understanding of the terms, definitions, formulas and software used in computing and presenting health care statistics.
  
  • HIM 2222 - Basic ICD-9-CM Coding


    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): HSC 1531, BSC 1084C, HIM 1430 (all with a minimum grade of “C”) or permission of Program Coordinator
    This course provides a foundation using ICD-9-CM coding conventions, rules, methodology and sequencing, data sets, documentation requirements, coding resources and ethics.
  
  • HIM 2253 - Basic CPT-4 Coding


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): HSC 1531, BSC 1084C
    This course provides a foundation on the principles of using CPT-4 coding conventions, rules, methodology and sequencing, documentation requirements, coding resources and ethics.
  
  • HIM 2283 - Advanced Coding and Reimbursement


    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): HIM 1000, HIM 2222, HIM 2253, HIM 1140
    This course is designed to provide the student with instruction in the application of guidelines related to the abstracting, billing, reimbursement and data quality management principles of medical coding across all care settings.
  
  • HIM 2510 - Quality Management in Healthcare


    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): HIM 1000, MAC 1105
    This course is designed to provide the student with instruction in the foundations of quality improvement, risk management, patient safety, resource management, and evaluating individual competence in healthcare settings. Emphasis will be upon the measurement, assessment, and improvement processes and methods utilized in a continuous quality improvement program.
  
  • HIM 2812 - Professional Practice Experience II


    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): HIM 1000, HIM 2222, HIM 2253, HIM 1140, permission of HIM Program Director
    Corequisite(s): HIM 2283
    Directed practice designed to provide the student with a strong foundation in medical coding and revenue management. Activities will include inpatient, ambulatory surgery, emergency room and physician office coding and billing.
  
  • HIM 2940 - Professional Practice Experience III


    2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): HIM 2214, HIM 2012, HIM 1806, HIM 2816, HIM 2283 and permission of the HIM Program Director
    Corequisite(s): HIM 2210, HIM 2510, MAN 2012
    Directed practice designed to provide the student with an experience in the managerial functions of a health information department. Activities will include review of organizational structure, employee orientation, job descriptions, flow of information, policies and procedures, privacy and security, information systems, data management, quality improvement, and supervision.
  
  • HSA 1100 - Orientation to Healthcare


    2 credit(s)
    This course will present an overview of the United States’ health care system. Topics will include the structure of the current health care system, the payment process from both the private and government perspective, types of health care providers, the various delivery systems, medical technology, pharmaceuticals, research and disease prevention.
  
  • HSA 3113 - Contemporary Issues in Health Care


    3 course hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101, ENC 1102 and one college level mathematics course. This course is intended for students admitted into the baccalaureate program major (s) of Cardiopulmonary Sciences.
    This seminar explores the changing face of health care as regards political, medical and social trends that influence both health care delivery and patient care.

    Pending Curriculum Committee Approval

     

  
  • HSA 3383 - Fundamentals of Quality Management in Health Care


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): STA 2023
    The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the processes of, and tools used in, Quality Management, to apply these techniques to the health care profession. It is also intended to use statistical methods and analysis to diagnose problems within the present health care system and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
  
  • HSA 3430 - Health Care Economics


    3 course hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101, ENC 1102 and one college level mathematics course. This course is intended for students admitted into the baccalaureate program major (s) of Cardiopulmonary Sciences.
    This course provides an application of economic principles to analyze how various economic incentives affect patient, provider, and policy maker behavior in the delivery of modern health care.

    Note: This course may fulfill upper division electives in selected baccalaureate degree programs.

    Pending Curriculum Committee Approval

  
  • HSA 4184 - Leadership and Management in Healthcare


    3 course hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101, ENC 1102 and one college level mathematics course. This course is intended for students admitted into the baccalaureate program major(s) of Cardiopulmonary Sciences.
    The course provides both a general description and analysis of the management practices for the various health care organizations including but not limited to hospitals, long term care facilities, diagnostic centers and private physician practices.

    Note: This course may be approved as an upper division in select baccalaureate degree programs.

     

  
  • HSC 1100 - Living with Health


    3 credit(s)
    This course provides a general outline on personal health. Information enabling intelligent health decisions will be presented as they relate to the personal responsibility and decision making to the physical, mental, and social health of self, family, and community.
  
  • HSC 1421 - Health, Safety and Nutrition for the Young Child


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    In this course students will learn the most current recommendations of health professionals for keeping young children healthy, safe and well nourished. Methods in which adults can help children develop healthy attitudes and practices will be explored.
  
  • HSC 1531 - Medical Terminology


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    This course is designed to provide a basis for understanding, utilizing, and pronouncing the vocabulary used by health care professionals. The language of medicine becomes understandable through the study of word roots, combining forms, prefixes and suffixes. Major disease processes and pathological conditions of specific body systems will be discussed, along with diagnostic and surgical terms. This course has no accompanying laboratory and therefore cannot be used to meet the science requirement at Edison State College.
  
  • HSC 3201 - Community Health


    3 course hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101, ENC 1102 and one college level mathematics course. This course is intended for students admitted into the baccalaureate program major (s) of Cardiopulmonary Sciences.
    The course offers a contrast for the causes and management of human disease in urban and rural settings. Community-acquired diseases and resistant microorganisms are a focal area of study.

    Pending Curriculum Committee Approval

  
  • HSC 4159 - Advanced Medical Pharmacology


    3 course hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101, ENC 1102 and one college level mathematics course. This course is intended for students admitted into the baccalaureate program major (s) of Cardiopulmonary Sciences.
    This course builds on the foundation of pharmacologic practice for RC and CVT professionals for safe, effective administration of therapeutic drugs via the oral, aerosol and parenteral routes. An emphasis is placed on agents with specific application to Cardiopulmonary systems as well as analgesic, sedation and anesthetic agents for critical and emergency care.

    Pending Curriculum Committee Approval

  
  • HSC 4555 - Pathophysiologic Mechanisms


    3 course hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101, ENC 1102 and one college level mathematics course. This course is intended for students admitted into the baccalaureate program major (s) of Cardiopulmonary Sciences.
    The advanced diagnostic process is emphasized in this course with focus upon the causes of Cardio Pulmonary disease and injuries that impact the CP System structure and function. Disease etiology and pathogenesis of pulmonary disease as well as potential therapeutic actions are developed with critical thinking in response to the diagnostic process; treatment choices are also emphasized.

  
  • HSC 4653 - Health Care Ethics


    3 course hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101, ENC 1102 and one college level mathematics course. This course is intended for students admitted into the baccalaureate program major (s) of Cardiopulmonary Sciences.
    The sociological and medical-legal aspects of patient care are explored through discussion and situation analysis in this course with an emphasis on Cardiac and Pulmonary care issues.

    Pending Curriculum Committee Approval
  
  • HUM 1950 - Humanities Study Tour- (**) (I)


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Testing into ENC 1101 or
    ENC 9020 with a “C” or better and/or
    REA 9003 with a “C” or better and/or
    EAP 1620 and EAP 1640 with a “C” or better

    Required: Writing intensive–a minimum of 4,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing per student
    Edison College sponsored study tour abroad with lectures before departure and en route. Journal required. This course is termed a writing intensive course and requires a minimum of 4,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing per student, including a minimum of three graded assignments over the duration of the course. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to complete part of the writing intensive course requirements.

    Note: The course HUM 1950 may be repeated as HUM 2950 once, if the itinerary of the second tour is significantly different from the first. Students will be escorted by an Edison professor.

    (**) Offered if sufficient demand
    (I) International or diversity focus

  
  • HUM 2211 - Studies in Humanities: The Ancient World Through the Medieval Period- (I)


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Testing into ENC 1101 or
    ENC 9020 with a “C” or better and/or
    REA 9003 with a “C” or better and/or
    EAP 1620 and EAP 1640 with a “C” or better

    Required: Writing intensive–a minimum of 4,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing per student
    This course is an interdisciplinary humanities course with a multicultural and global perspective. Drawing from the field of arts and letters, the course is a study of European culture from the prehistoric age through the end of the medieval period, as well as the cultures of Asia, Africa and the contemporary Americas. This course is termed a writing intensive course. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to complete part of the writing intensive course requirements.

    (I) International or diversity focus

  
  • HUM 2235 - Studies in Humanities: The Renaissance Through the Age of Reason- (I)


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Testing into ENC 1101 or
    ENC 9020 with a “C” or better and/or
    REA 9003 with a “C” or better and/or
    EAP 1620 and EAP 1640 with a “C” or better

    Required: Writing intensive–a minimum of 4,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing per student
    This course is an interdisciplinary humanities course with a multicultural and global perspective. Drawing from the field of arts and letters, the course is a study of European culture from the Renaissance through the Enlightenment, as well as the cultures of Asia, Africa and the contemporary Americas. This course is termed a writing intensive course and requires a minimum of 4,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing per student including a minimum of three graded assignments over the duration of the course. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to complete part of the writing intensive course requirements.

    (I) International or diversity focus

  
  • HUM 2250 - Studies in Humanities: The Romantic Era to the Present


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Testing into ENC 1101 or
    ENC 9020 with a “C” or better and/or
    REA 9003 with a “C” or better and/or
    EAP 1620 and EAP 1640 with a “C” or better

    Required: Writing intensive–a minimum of 4,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing per student
    This course is an interdisciplinary humanities course with a multicultural and global perspective. Drawing from the field of arts and letters, the course is a study of European culture from Romanticism to the present, as well as the cultures of Asia, Africa and the contemporary Americas. This course is termed a writing intensive course. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to complete part of the writing intensive course requirements.

    (I) International or diversity focus

  
  • HUM 2410 - Introduction to Asian Humanities- (I)


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    This course examines dominant ideas and arts in South and East Asian cultures expressed in philosophy, literature, art, architecture, and music. Content focuses on India, China, and Japan, and covers the period from earliest civilization to the present.

    (I) International and diversity focus

  
  • HUM 2510 - Studies in Humanities: Humanities Through the Arts- (I)


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Testing into ENC 1101 or
    ENC 9020 with a “C” or better and/or
    REA 9003 with a “C” or better and/or
    EAP 1620 and EAP 1640 with a “C” or better

    Required: Writing intensive–a minimum of 4,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing per student.
    Recommended: It is recommended that students complete at least one composition course before enrollling.

    This is a course which explores human values and our sense of selves as individuals in community through the arts. This course is termed a writing intensive course and requires a minimum of 4,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing per student, including a minimum of three graded assignments over the duration of the course. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to complete part of the writing intensive course requirements.

    (I) International or diversity focus

  
  • HUM 2930 - Studies in Humanities: Great Human Questions- (I)


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Testing into ENC 1101 or
    ENC 9020 with a “C” or better and/or
    REA 9003 with a “C” or better and/or
    EAP 1620 and EAP 1640 with a “C” or better

    Recommended: Students complete at least one composition course before enrolling in this course
    Required: Writing intensive–a minimum of 4,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing per student

    Central humanities themes presented through the study of selected works and performances (in philosophy, literature, art, music, architecture, drama, or film), representing many periods and cultures and serving as a basis for discussion of issues–social and historical as well as aesthetic and philosophical–facing the individual and society. The course utilizes multiple perspectives and media presentations. It is recommended that students complete at least one composition course before enrolling. This course is termed a writing intensive course and requires a minimum of 4,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing per student, including a minimum of three graded assignments over the duration of the course. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to complete part of the writing intensive course requirements.

    (I) International or diversity focus

  
  • HUM 2950 - Humanities Study Tour- (**) (I)


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Testing into ENC 1101 or
    ENC 9020 with a “C” or better and/or
    REA 9003 with a “C” or better and/or
    EAP 1620 and EAP 1640 with a “C” or better

    Required: Writing intensive–a minimum of 4,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing per student
    Edison College sponsored study tour abroad with lectures before departure and en route. Journal required. This course is termed a writing intensive course and requires a minimum of 4,000 words of instructor-evaluated writing per student, including a minimum of three graded assignments over the duration of the course. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to complete part of the writing intensive course requirements.

    Note: The course HUM 1950 may be repeated as HUM 2950 once, if the itinerary of the second tour is significantly different from the first. Students will be escorted by an Edison State professor.

    (**) Offered if sufficient demand
    (I) International or diversity focus

  
  • HUN 1201 - Nutrition


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    This is an introductory course to the scientific principles of nutrition, covering the role of specific nutrients, their digestion, absorption, and metabolism, sources of the nutrients and requirements of the various age groups. This course cannot be used to meet the AA Science requirement since it has no accompanying laboratory.
  
  • HUS 1001 - Introduction to Human Services


    3 credit(s)
    This course explores the field of human services, including health, mental health, public administration, education, social welfare, recreation, criminal justice, youth services, and rehabilitation.  Emphasis is placed on the variety of expectations and perceptions of consumers of human services.  Basic helping and communication skills will be developed by the students.
  
  • HUS 1013 - Self Esteem in Human Services


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101, STA 2023 or MGF 1106, PSY 2012
    This course is to assist students in integrating self-esteem principles and methods into human services practice. Students will learn and apply techniques for enhancing self-esteem and then integrate them into human services practice. The student will learn skills for assessing and improving their own self-concepts and also incorporate these skills into their work in the human services field.
  
  • HUS 1111C - Introduction to Intra/Inter Personal Processes


    5 hours per week,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101, STA 2023 or MGF 1106, and PSY 2012
    An introductory course offering experience in which specific skills needed for effective human service workers are examined and practiced.  The focus is on the dynamics of intra- and inter-personal processes.
  
  • HUS 1320 - Theories and Foundations of Crisis Intervention


    2 class hours,2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101, STA 2023 or MGF 1106, PSY 2012
    This course will provide a comprehensive overview of the history of crisis intervention and crisis theory. In addition, it will also present a comprehensive model of crisis intervention and will include developing listening and understanding skills, as well as assessment approaches and interventions.
  
  • HUS 1400 - Alcoholism and Other Drug Abuse


    3 credit(s)
    An introductory course that takes an analytical approach to identification, intervention, prevention, treatment and rehabilitation programming. Appropriate legislation and regulations governing rights of clients are examined. The community resources available for dealing with alcoholics and other drug abusers are identified, along with appropriate methods for the utilization of these resources.
  
  • HUS 2200 - Dynamics of Groups and Group Counseling


    3 hours per week,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): HUS 1001 and HUS 1111C, both with a grade of “C” or higher
    This course provides students with techniques and rationale for groups and group counseling within the realm of: 1) the community and its human service networks; 2) group processes; and 3) group dynamics, including cohesion, conflict problem-solving and communication systems.

     

  
  • HUS 2302 - Basic Counseling Skills


    3 hours per week,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): HUS 1001 and HUS 1111C, both with a grade of “C” or higher
    In this course, students will learn interviewing, data gathering, observing, diagnostic assessment, treatment planning, and intervention in dealing with the population who are dealing with addictions. Case management and personal ethics will be included. This course will include dealing with clients of all ages and ethnicities. The human services professional works using a team approach to providing care. The role and interactions in the team will also be studied.
  
  • HUS 2308L - Resident Counseling I


    30 lecture hours and 48 hours of clinical experience;2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Human Services Program
    Contact hours: 78 clinical hours
    This course progresses the student from Basic Counseling Theory. Behavioral theories like Existential, Gestalt, and Reality theory are used. Ethical issues in counseling will also be studied.

    Pending Curriculum Committee Approval

  
  • HUS 2309L - Resident Counseling II


    30 hours classroom and 48 hours clinical;2 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Resident Counseling I
    This course progresses the student from Resident Counseling I. Students will work in the clinical setting applying knowledge from previous counseling courses and counseling theory. The client-counselor relationship will be emphasized.

    Pending Curriculum Committee Approval

  
  • HUS 2315 - Studies in Behavioral Modification


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101, STA 2023 or MGF 1106, PSY 2012
    This course is the study of the use of basic behavior modification techniques in human services. Emphasis is on the application of operant conditioning techniques for adults and children.
  
  • HUS 2341 - Introduction to Chemical Dependence and Addictions


    3 hours per week,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Human Services Program
    This course includes a basic overview of the disease of addiction/chemical dependency, historical perspective of addiction and disorders, DSM-IV criteria. This course will review knowledge about brain chemistry, awareness of behavior theories and helping groups. The 12-Step Program will be used in reviewing addictions.

    Pending Curriculum Committee Approval

  
  • HUS 2404 - Working With Alcoholics and Other Drug Abusers


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    This course provides both theoretical information and practical application of counseling techniques which have been effective in working with alcoholics and other drug abusing clients. Through role playing, readings, structured class exercises, class discussions and lectures, students become familiar with a variety of counseling theories, techniques and modalities.
  
  • HUS 2406 - Pharmacology in Drug Abuse


    3 hours per week,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Human Services Program
    In this course, different types of drugs are studied as to the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of the drugs. The broad spectrum of drug problems in the country as well as abuse treatment and prevention are studied. Students will explore their own attitudes toward drugs, drug abuse and substance abuse.
  
  • HUS 2420 - Evaluation of Treatment Environments


    3 hours per week,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Human Services Program
    In this course advising, including peer advising, will be reviewed. Communication skills will be studied along with professional ethics. Values will be analyzed in relation to advising. Students will also learn to research community services and the referral process.

    Pending Curriculum Committee Approval

  
  • HUS 2428 - Treatment and Resources in Substance Abuse


    3 hours per week,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Human Services Program
    The student in this course will study the symptoms of drug abuse, the usual progression of substance abuse, the effect of substance abuse on specific groups, intervention opportunities and phases of recovery. Denial and other resistant behaviors are studied along with addiction prevention strategies.

     

  
  • HUS 2540 - Human Services Capstone


    3 hours per week,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): HUS 2308L and HUS 2309L (Resident Counseling I and II)
    This course is taken in the final semester of the Human Services Program. Students will have the opportunity in the field of counseling and addictions to work in the clinical counseling setting under supervision. An overview of the program will be covered in this final course.

    Pending Curriculum Committee Approval

  
  • IDS 1350 - Critical Thinking


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    This course is designed to develop higher level reasoning and problem-solving skills which can be effectively transferred to other subject areas. Emphasis will include specialized vocabulary development and verbal and quantitative reasoning skills. Students will apply creative and critical reasoning skills to brainstorming, patterns of thinking, questioning and effective problem-solving strategies. Fundamentals of logic, analogies, perceptions and learning styles will also be explored.
  
  • IDS 3355 - Problem Solving through Critical Thinking


    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Prior to enrolling in any upper level course (course number beginning with a 3 or 4), students must complete the following with a grade of “C” or higher: ENC 1101, ENC 1102, and three semester hours of college level mathematics; CGS 1100 or equivalent competency.
    This course provides students with the opportunities for analysis, synthesis, prescription, and application of critical thinking and decision making in solving organizational problems through group activities and the use of computing devices. A major focus of the course will be on logical reasoning and mathematical strategies for problem solving.
  
  • INP 2390 - Human Relations in Business and Industry


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    This course focuses on the study and analysis of personal and personnel relationships in occupations. It covers the techniques and dynamics underlying harmonious relationships in work organizations and the importance of the working environment as it affects human services and productivity.
  
  • INR 2002 - International Relations- (I)


    3 class hours3 credit(s)
    This course presents the interactions of nation states in terms of political, economic, psychological, and cultural factors; power, morality and law among states; conflict and cooperation in the pursuit of national interests; and international political systems and their functions.

    (I) International or diversity focus

  
  • ISC 1001C - Foundations of Interdisciplinary Science I


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    Foundations of Interdisciplinary Science is designed to provide a broad foundation in science for non-science majors. The two-course sequence emphasizes scientific and laboratory activities in a hands-on learning environment. ISC 1001C addresses the scientific method, geologic processes and the structure of the Earth, the solar system and star formation, electricity and magnetism and wave energy. The relationships of science to other fields of knowledge and to society are emphasized. This course is recommended as a general education course for non-science majors.
  
  • ISC 1002C - Foundations of Interdisciplinary Science II


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    Foundations of Interdisciplinary Science is designed to provide a broad foundation in science for non-science majors. The two-course sequence emphasizes scientific and laboratory activities in a hands-on learning environment. ISC 1002C covers the topics of energy, nuclear reactions and nuclear energy, chemistry and environmental biology. The relationships of science to other fields of knowledge and to society are emphasized. This course is recommended as a general education course for non-science majors.
  
  • ISC 3120 - Scientific Process (FGCU course)


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): OCE 3008C with a minimum grade of C or BSC 1051C with a minimum grade of C or PCB 3063C with a minimum grade of C or PCB 3023C with a minimum grade of C or CHM 2211C with a minimum grade of C or (CHM 2211 with a minimum grade of C and CHM 2211L with a minimum grade of C) and (STA 2023 with a minimum grade of C or STA 2037 with a minimum grade of C)
    Introduction to the philosophy, methodology and ethics of scientific practice via classroom discussion and literature review. Focus on philosophical and practical differences between physical & historical science; hypothesis generation and testing; experimental design; construction of a research proposal; composition of a scientific paper; oral presentation; and critical review.
  
  • ISM 3004 - Information Resources Management for Business


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Students must complete the following courses with a grade of “C” or better: ENC 1101 English Composition I, ENC 1102 English Composition II, and three semester hours of college level mathematics.
    This course provides coverage of information management principles in business including information systems concepts, integration of information technology in a business environment and information technology infrastructure.  The importance of end-user computing is stressed and tools used to achieve this are explored.  This course will focus on case studies, projects and group interaction to assist students in learning how technology can best be utilized in a business environment.  As part of this process, computer hardware, software, networking, security and the ethical use of information resources are covered.
  
  • ISM 3113 - Systems Analysis and Design


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Prior to enrolling in any upper level course (course number beginning with a 3 or 4), students must complete the following courses with a grade of “C” or better: ENC 1101, ENC 1102, and 3 semester hours of college level mathematics
    This course introduces the analysis, design, implementation and operation of information systems. The course contrasts different approaches to analyzing information systems’ needs and the steps required to design and implement the system. User interface design, databases, reporting and interaction with internal, external and legacy systems are analyzed. Topics on cost/benefit analysis, outsourcing, security, training, case tools and life cycle of new or replacement systems are covered.
  
  • JOU 1100 - Basic Reporting-AA (**)


    3 class hours3 credit(s)
    This course introduces the profession with emphasis on theory and practice of writing news.

    ** Offered if sufficient demand

  
  • LAE 3326C - Middle Grades Practicum II: Literature


    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Bachelor of Science in Education program or special permission from the Associate Dean of the School Education.
    This course requires 35 hours of practicum in a 5-9 classroom setting over a minimum of eight weeks.
    This course is designed to prepare teacher candidates to teach literature in grades 5-9.  Teacher candidates will use standard-based instruction to design instruction with literature as a centerpiece for developing the five strands of the language arts.  Reader Response theory, Socratic seminars, and Reading workshop methodology will be explored.  This course requires thirty-five hours of practicum in a 5-9 classroom setting. 

    Pending Curriculum Committee Approval

  
  • LAE 3332 - Applied Linguistics for Teachers


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Bachelor of Science in Education program or special permission from the Associate Dean of the School of Education.
    This course is designed to prepare teacher candidates with contemporary approaches to English linguistics as taught in Florida public secondary schools.  In this course teacher candidates will examine English language grammar, usage, dialectology, diction, vocabulary development, semantics and lexicography. The linguistic content will be related to contemporary theories of teaching and learning in addition to theories of language acquisition.

    Pending Curriculum Committee Approval

     

  
  • LAE 3333 - Teaching Composition


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Bachelor of Science in Education program or special permission from the Associate Dean of the School of Education.
    This course is designed to prepare teacher candidates to teach writing to middle grades learners.  This course will explore the connections between the form and content of compositions. Teacher candidates will engage in writing workshop seminars to develop their own writing as well as prepare writing workshop lessons for middle grades learners. Teacher candidates will integrate instruction in writing with literature and grammar.

    Pending Curriculum Committee Approval
     

  
  • LAE 3342C - Middle Grades Practicum I: Composition


    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Bachelor of Science in Education program or special permission from the Associate Dean of the School of Education.
    This course requires 35 hours of practicum in a 5-9 classroom setting over a minimum of eight weeks.
    This course is designed to prepare teacher candidates to teach composition in grades 5-9. Teacher candidates will survey various composition styles and rhetorical methods.  Writing workshop methodology will be applied to standards-based language arts instruction. Research and methods on dialect diversity, development of semantics and the teaching of Standard English grammar will be considered as lessons are created. This course requires thirty-five hours of practicum in a 5-9 classroom setting.

    Pending Curriculum Committee Approval

  
  • LAE 4416 - Children’s Literature (FGCU)


    3 credit(s)
    The selection, evaluation and use of fiction, nonfiction and poetry for instructional, informational, and recreational purposes in Childhood Education. Included in this course are analytical thinking, writing skills, and oral expression, as they are applied to the study of children’s literature.
  
  • LAE 4464 - Adolescent Literature


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Bachelor of Science in Education program or special permission from the Associate Dean of the School of Education.
    This course is designed to expose teacher candidates to a survey of literature appealing to adolescents including Young Adult (YA) literature.  Teacher candidates will survey classics and contemporary works used in language arts classes (grades 5-9).  Topics may include Mythology, Classical Literature, World Masterpieces, Contemporary Literature, Historical Fiction, Science Fiction, and Graphic Novels. Teacher candidates will design instruction with YA literature as a centerpiece for developing the five strands of the language arts.  Issues of censorship will be addressed.

    Pending Curriculum Committee Approval

  
  • LAE 4940 - Internship in Middle Grades Language Arts


    12 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all other coursework in the B.S. in Middle Grades Education program of studies and/or permission from the Associate Dean of the School of Education.
    This course requires teacher candidates to lead instruction in an area of 5-9 language arts classroom under the supervision of a trained clinical educator. The internship requires 16 weeks in a 5-9 classroom for the duration of the mentor teacher’s contracted day.
    This course requires teacher candidates to lead instruction in an area of 5-9 language arts classroom under the supervision of a trained clinical educator.  Guided by the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices, ESOL Standards, and ESOL K-12 Competencies and Skills, and Reading competencies, teacher candidates will write lesson plans, choose materials, conduct lessons, and manage student behavior during one semester of full day internship.  Over the course of the internship, teacher candidates will conduct systematic inquiry about their work with children in 5-9 school settings and continually revise their classroom instruction and management through a cycle of reflective practice.  Teacher candidates will participate in a series of required mandatory seminars at Edison State College. 

    Pending Curriculum Committee Approval

  
  • LIN 1670 - Basic English Grammar


    1 class hour,1 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 9020 with a “C” or better;
    and/or ENC 9021 with a “C” or better;
    and/or REA 9003 with a “C” or better;
    and/or EAP 1620 and EAP 1640 with a “C” or better

    A course designed for those students desiring more intensive work in grammar and syntax. It includes the study of grammatical principles and theory and application of those principles in exams and brief writing assignments. This course is particularly suitable for students enrolled in writing intensive courses who could benefit from more concentrated grammar review.
  
  • LIS 2004 - Internet for College Research


    1 class hour,1 credit(s)
    This course is designed to help students become familiar with the Internet and information resources of value in college research. Through the use of finding tools and informational resources on the Internet, students develop increased skills in identifying, using and evaluating electronic information resources. Classroom activities and practical experience in using the Internet will provide students with the basic research skills necessary for information literacy in today’s world.
  
  • LIT 2090 - Contemporary Literature


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101
    The focus of this course is an examination of themes and ideas reflected in the writings of contemporary American authors who have won major awards for works of fiction and poetry since 1985.
  
  • LIT 2110 - World Literature I- (I)


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101
    This course presents a study of great works of literature and recurrent themes and ideas, including literature of the Greeks, the Middle Ages, and the Renaissance.

    (I) International or diversity focus

  
  • LIT 2120 - World Literature II- (I)


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENC 1101
    This course presents a study of great works of literature and recurrent themes and ideas from the late 17th century through the modern period.

    (I) International or diversity focus

  
  • MAC 1105 - College Algebra


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 1033 with a minimum grade of “C,” or Testing
    Topics include linear, quadratic, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Graphing and applications are emphasized. A graphing calculator is required. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
  
  • MAC 1106 - Combined College Algebra/Pre-Calculus


    5 class hours,5 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MAT 1033 with a minimum grade of a “B,” or appropriate CLM score
    Major topics of this course include: functions and relations including domain and range, operations on functions, inverse functions, polynomial, rational, and other algebraic functions, their properties and graphs; polynomials, absolute value, rational equations and inequalities; exponential and logarithmic functions, their properties and graphs; solving systems of equations and inequalities, matrices, determinants, piecewise-defined functions; conic sections; sequences and series; applications such as curve fitting, modeling, optimization, and exponential and logarithmic growth and decay; mathematical induction; binomial theorem and applications. A graphing calculator is required. Credit is not given for both MAC 1106 and MAC 1105, or for both MAC 1106 and MAC 1140. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.

     

  
  • MAC 1114 - Trigonometry


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): {MAC 1105 or MAC 1106} with a minimum grade of “C,” or appropriate CLM score
    Topics in this class include the real number system, circular functions, trigonometric functions, inverse relations and functions, trigonometric graphs, solutions of triangles and trigonometric equations, polar coordinates, and complex numbers. This course contains all of the features of trigonometry found in MAC 1147, with additional emphasis on applications. A graphing calculator is required. (May be taken concurrently with MAC 1140.) If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
  
  • MAC 1140 - Pre-Calculus Algebra


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MAC 1105 with a minimum grade of “C” or appropriate CLM score
    This is an algebra class designed to prepare students to enter either engineering or calculus courses. Topics covered include exponential and logarithmic functions, polynomials, rational functions, conic sections, sequences and series, mathematical induction, the binomial theorem, and matrices. A graphing calculator is required. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
  
  • MAC 1147 - Pre-Calculus Algebra/Trigonometry


    5 class hours,5 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MAC 1105 with a minimum grade of “B,” or appropriate CLM score and high school trigonometry
    This course is designed for students with strong mathematical backgrounds who need a refresher course before beginning the Calculus sequence. Topics covered are a combination of topics from MAC 1140 and MAC 1114. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement. Credit is not given for both MAC 1147 and MAC 1114, or for both MAC 1147 and MAC 1140.


     

  
  • MAC 2233 - Calculus for Business and Social Sciences I


    4 class hours,4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): {MAC 1105 or MAC 1106 or MAC 1140} with a minimum grade of “C,” or appropriate CLM score
    This course is designed for students in business and related studies that need calculus but not trigonometry. Included is a review of equations and inequalities and their applications, functions and graphs, and exponential and logarithmic functions. Major topics include the mathematics of finance, limits and continuity, differentiation and integration, and applications of these. A graphing calculator is required. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
  
  • MAC 2311 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry I


    4 class hours,4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MAC 1140 and MAC 1114 with a minimum grade of “C” in each course OR MAC 1147 with a minimum grade of “C”
    This course is designed for students majoring in science, mathematics, or engineering. Topics include: limits, differentiation, and integration of algebraic, trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential functions and applications. This course is sequential with MAC 2312 and MAC 2313. A graphing calculator is required. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
  
  • MAC 2312 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry II


    4 class hours,4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MAC 2311 with minimum grade of “C” or permission of instructor
    This course presents differentiation and integration of trigonometric and hyperbolic functions, special techniques of integration, improper integrals, sequences, infinite series, and analytic geometry in three-dimensional space. A graphing calculator is required. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
  
  • MAC 2313 - Calculus with Analytic Geometry III


    4 class hours,4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MAC 2312 with a minimum grade of “C” or permission of instructor
    This course includes study of linear systems, matrices, partial derivatives, multiple integration, line integrals, polar coordinates, and vectors in the plane. A graphing calculator, TI-86, or equivalent, is required. If completed with a grade of “C” or better, this course serves to demonstrate competence for the general education mathematics requirement.
  
  • MAE 3320C - Teaching Methods in Middle School Mathematics with Practicum


    3 lecture hours/1 lab hour;4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Bachelor of Science Program in Education or special permission from the Associate Dean of the School of Education.
    This course is required in the undergraduate Mathematics Education program and should be taken as a prerequisite for MAE 4330C. Its major goal is to provide prospective middle school teacher candidates the opportunity to develop concepts, skills, and pedagogical procedures for the effective teaching of mathematics in grades 6-9. To this end, the course will provide for an integration of mathematics content and the middle school philosophy while examining learning and teaching at this level. Such a course is recommended by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM).
  
  • MAE 3321C - Teaching Geometry in Middle School with Practicum


    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Bachelor of Science in Education program or special permission from the Associate Dean of the School of Education.
    This course requires thirty-five hours of practicum in a 5-9 classroom setting over a minimum of eight weeks.
    This course is designed to prepare teacher candidates to construct meaningful connections between being a learner of mathematics and being a teacher of mathematics specifically targeting geometry.  Teacher candidates will apply appropriate strategies in designing and implementing standards-based lessons with a geometry focus.  Teacher candidates will integrate relevant manipulatives and technology resources for understanding geometry concepts in their lessons.  This course requires thirty-five hours of practicum in a 5-9 classroom setting. 

    Pending Curriculum Committee Approval

  
  • MAE 3823C - Teaching Algebra in Middle School with Practicum


    4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Bachelor of Science in Education program or special permission from the Associate Dean of the School of Education.
    This course requires thirty-five hours of practicum in a 5-9 setting over a minimum of eight weeks.
    This course is designed to prepare teacher candidates to construct meaningful connections between being a learner of mathematics and being a teacher of mathematics specifically targeting algebra.  Teacher candidates will apply appropriate strategies in designing and implementing standards-based lessons with an algebra focus. Teacher candidates will integrate relevant technology resources for understanding algebra concepts in their lessons.  This course requires thirty-five hours of practicum in a 5-9 classroom setting.

    Pending Curriculum Committee Approval

  
  • MAE 4330C - Teaching Methods in Secondary School Mathematics with Practicum


    3 lecture hours/1 lab hour4 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Bachelor of Science Program in Education or special permission from the Associate Dean of the School of Education.
    This course requires 35 hours of practicum in a 5-9 classroom setting over a minimum of eight weeks.
    This course is required for teacher candidates who are majoring in Mathematics Education. It is designed to prepare the teacher candidate for a successful internship experience by bridging the perceived gap between theory and practice. This course addresses the required instructional methods, techniques, strategies, resources and assessment considerations for effective teaching of secondary mathematics including pedagogy of early algebra, geometry, trigonometry and calculus through the use of problem solving, cooperative learning and appropriate technology.
  
  • MAE 4940 - Internship in Secondary Education with Mathematics Emphasis


    12 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all other coursework in the B.S. in Secondary Education Mathematics program of studies and/or permission from the Associate Dean of the School of Education.
    This course requires teacher candidates to lead instruction in a 6-12 mathematics classroom under the supervision of a trained clinical educator. The internship requires 16 weeks in a 6-12 classroom for the duration of the mentor teacher’s contracted day.
    This course requires teacher candidates to lead instruction in an area 6-12 mathematics classroom under the supervision of a trained clinical educator. Guided by the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices, ESOL Performance Standards, and ESOL K-12 Competencies and Skills, teacher candidates will write lesson plans, choose materials, conduct lessons, and manage student behavior during one semester of full day internship. Over the course of the internship, teacher candidates will conduct systematic inquiry about their work with children in 6-12 school settings and continually revise their classroom instruction and management through a cycle of reflective practice. The teacher candidates will also participate in a series of required mandatory seminars at Edison State College.

     

  
  • MAE 4943 - Internship in Middle Grades Mathematics Education


    12 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all other coursework in the B.S. in Middle Grades Mathematics Education program of studies and/or permission from the Associate Dean of the School of Education.
    This course requires teacher candidates to lead instruction in an area of 5-9 mathematics classroom under the supervision of a trained clinical educator. The internship requires 16 weeks in a 5-9 classroom for the duration of the mentor teacher’s contracted day.
    This course requires teacher candidates to lead instruction in an area 5-9 mathematics classroom under the supervision of a trained clinical educator.  Guided by the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices, ESOL Performance Standards, and ESOL K-12 Competencies and Skills, teacher candidates will write lesson plans, choose materials, conduct lessons, and manage student behavior during one semester of full day internship. Over the course of the internship, teacher candidates will conduct systematic inquiry about their work with children in 5-9 school settings and continually revise their classroom instruction and management through a cycle of reflective practice.  Teacher candidates will participate in a series of required mandatory seminars at Edison State College.

    Pending Curriculum Committee Approval

  
  • MAN 2021 - Management Principles


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    This course presents basic management principles and theory, including the history, progress and functions of management. The relation of management principles to operations and the management process in business are emphasized.
  
  • MAN 2043 - Management Solutions for Improvement


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    This course provides managerial students with the theoretical and hands-on training in the process of continuous leadership improvement through identifying, analyzing, and solving problems that will positively impact on customer satisfaction. Management quality is presented in a manner that emphasizes principles and practices, including excellence, efficiency, and effectiveness.
  
  • MAN 2241 - Organizational Behavior


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MAN 2021 or equivalent
    This course provides students with an understanding of the human processes in formal organizations, utilizing individual and group exercises which simulate behavioral dynamics of organizations. Content areas include conflict resolution, communication, leadership, planning and control, as well as other organizational processes.
  
  • MAN 3046 - Leadership and Team Development


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MAN 2021 and, prior to enrolling in any upper level course (course number beginning with a 3 or 4), students must complete the following with a grade of “C” or better: ENC 1101, ENC 1102, and three (3) semester hours of college level mathematics.
    This course is an in-depth study of self-directed work teams and the team processes in the work setting. The course will focus on the leadership of teams for effective performance and member satisfaction. The course will also address the attitudes, behaviors and idiosyncrasies of team members.
    Note: This course is intended for students in the BAS in Supervision and Management Program.
  
  • MAN 3120 - Organizational Behavior and Leadership


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Students must complete the following courses with a grade of C or better: ENC 1101, ENC 1102, and three semester hours of college level mathematics.
    This is an applied leadership course with a focus on case studies, projects and group interaction, including theoretical background on group dynamics, small group behavior and motivation, power, types of groups, verbal and non-verbal communication skills, and teambuilding.
  
  • MAN 3301 - Human Resources Management


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Prior to enrolling in any upper level course (course number beginning with a 3 or 4), students must complete the following courses with a grade of “C” or better: ENC 1101 English Composition I, ENC 1102 English Composition II, and three semester hours of college level mathematics.
    This course analyzes modern methods and theories in human resources management personnel administration. Topics include recruitment, promotion, performance evaluation, dismissal, and training.
  
  • MAN 3303 - Leadership and Management Practices


    3 class hours,3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Prior to enrolling in any upper level course (course number beginning with a 3 or 4), students must complete the following courses with a grade of “C” or better: ENC 1101 English Composition I, ENC 1102 English Composition II, and three semester hours of college level mathematics.
    This course consists of a comprehensive study of contrasting philosophies of leadership, current theories of leadership, management and supervision, as well as current trends and issues for business managers. In addition, this course focuses on applications and cases for development of competencies.
  
  • MAN 3504 - Operations and Supply Chain Management


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Restricted to students with majors in Public Safety Administration or Supervision and Management
    This course provides detailed analysis of concepts in design and control of operating systems. Students will address issues in facility location and layout, work standards, quality control, MRP, planning and scheduling applied to production and service systems.
  
  • MAN 3641 - Organizational Research


    3 credit(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Prior to enrolling in any upper level course (course number beginning with a 3 or 4), students must complete the following courses with a grade of C or better: ENC 1101 English Composition I, ENC 1102 English Composition II, and three semester hours of college level mathematics.
    This course introduces the student to methods and techniques used in public policy research and management to evaluate public programs from an empirically sound foundation.
 

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