COURSE DESCRIPTIONS GIS 210
4 credits
Understanding Geographic Data Provides the student an introduction to geographic data and the principles behind their construction. Introduces the concepts for measuring locations and characteristics of entities in the real world. Exposes the student to the limitations and common characteristics of geographic data. Prerequisite: GIS 201. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 5 hours per week. GIS 220
4 credits
Introduction to Urban and Regional Planning Provides an overview of how GIS is used in urban and regional planning. Emphasis will be on the use of GIS software to address real world social, economic, and environmental planning problems. Prerequisite: GIS 201. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 5 hours per week. GIS 230
3 credits
GIS: Applications In Environmental Science Introduces Global Positioning Systems (GPS) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) hardware and software and applies the principles of GPS and GIS to Forest Science and Environmental Science. Includes: Natural Disasters, Pest Control, Water Quality, Prescribed Burning, and Identifying Sources of Pollution. (This course covers the same content as ENV 230. Credit will not be granted for both courses). Prerequisite(s): ENG 03, ENG 04, MTH 02, GIS 200. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
Geophysical Sciences
COURSES – H
4 credits
Physical Geology Introduces the composition and structure of the earth and modifying agents and processes. Investigates the formation of minerals and rocks, weathering, erosion, earthquakes, and crustal deformation. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week. GOL 106
4 credits
Historical Geology Traces the evolution of the earth and life through time. Presents scientific theories of the origin of
GOL 110
4 credits
Earth Science FOR NON-SCIENCE MAJORS. Examines the dynamics of the earth and its relation to the solar system. Applies the principles of geology, oceanography, meteorology and astronomy in a multi-disciplinary science environment. Stresses the effects of geologic processes on the environment. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week. GOL 111-112
4 credits each
Oceanography I-II Examines the dynamics of the oceans and ocean basins. Applies the principles of physical, chemical, biological, and geological oceanography. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week. GOL 135
2 credits
Field Studies in Geology Investigates geologic phenomena. Includes activities such as observation of regional geology and landforms, collection of samples, and measurement and interpretation of geologic structures. Field studies 6 hours per week. GOL 225
4 credits
Environmental Geology Explores the interaction between man and his physical environment. Stresses geologic hazards and environmental pollution utilizing case histories. Prerequisite: GOL 105. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Health Information Management HIM 101
4 credits
Health Information Technology I Introduces values, uses and content of the medical record. Defines numbering, filing and retention policies and practices. Prerequisite: Admission into the Health Information Management program. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
HIM 103
2 credits
Health Information Technology II Introduces principles of data quality and validation types and uses of health databases. Prerequisite: HIM 101. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 4 hours per week. HIM 110
3 credits
Introduction to Human Pathology Introduces the basic concepts, terminology, etiology, and characteristics of pathological processes. Prerequisite: BIO 141 and HLT 143. Lecture 3 hours per week. HIM 143
2 credits
Managing Electronic Billing in a Medical Practice Presents practical knowledge on use of computer technology in medical practice management. Develops basic skills in preparation of universal billing claim. Explores insurance claim processing issues. Prerequisite: Admission to program. Lecture 2 hours per week. HIM 151
2 credits
Reimbursement Issues in Medical Practice Management Introduces major reimbursement systems in the United States. Focuses on prospective payment systems, managed care, and documentation necessary for appropriate reimbursement. Emphasizes management of practice to avoid fraud. Prerequisite: Admission to program. Lecture 2 hours per week. HIM 215
5 credits
Health Data Classification Systems Focuses on disease and procedure classification systems currently utilized for collecting health data for the purposes of statistical research and financial reporting. Prerequisite: BIO 100 or HLT 143. Lecture 4 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 6 hours per week. HIM 220
COURSES – H
GOL 105
the earth and life and interprets rock and fossil records. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
2 credits
Health Statistics Introduces the students to basic statistical principles and calculations as applied in the health care environment, procedures for collection and reporting vital statistics, and quality control basics. Prerequisite: Admission to program. Lecture 2 hours per week.
CATALOG 2009-10
145