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5.00 Credits
Presents the theory and properties of matrices, determinants and linear transformations. Introduces vector space and the Gram- Schmidt orthonormalization process. Deals with the calculation and application of eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Prerequisite: MATH& 151 with a grade of C or better or instructor permission.
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5.00 Credits
Introduces techniques of solving ordinary differential equations including the elementary methods used for first order differential equations, method of undetermined coefficients and variation of parameters for higher order equations. Includes techniques of solving systems of differential equations, the method of La Place transforms and series solutions to differential equations. This may be offered as a Capstone course. See Capstone prerequisites on page 31. Prerequisite: MATH& 153 with a grade of C or better.
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3.00 Credits
Provides a foundation for building a medical vocabulary including the study of prefixes, roots, suffixes, combining forms, and pronunciation. Emphasis is on using medical terms accurately in documenting and reporting patient care procedures.
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3.00 Credits
Continues the focus of MEDA 101 incorporating actual medical records and demonstrating how medical terminology is used in the clinical setting. Electronic media are used. Prerequisite: MEDA 101 or BTEC 181.
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5.00 Credits
Introduces students to such fundamental biological principles as the cell and metabolism, then progresses through tissues to human organ systems including respiratory, circulatory, digestive, reproductive, immune, nervous, musculoskeletal, urinary and sensory organs. Prerequisite: Competency of ENGL 100 and MATH 070, and acceptance into the Medical Assisting program.
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1.00 Credits
Introduces the legal relationships of physicians and patients, professional liability, physician's public duties, and the role of medical office personnel in risk management. Covers the basic principles of psychology, which includes the developmental stages of the life cycle along with heredity, cultural, and environmental influences on behavior. Includes mental health issues and treatments. Prerequisite: ENGL 100 and MATH 070, and current enrollment in the Medical Assisting program.
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2.00 Credits
Introduces business structures in health care and the different medical specialties as well as standards of conduct, individual responsibilities, and professional attitudes necessary for medical office personnel. Examines ethical issues relating to health care. Provides seven hours of AIDS education, which meets state requirements. Prerequisite: ENGL 100, MATH 070, MEDA 121, and current enrollment in the Medical Assisting program.
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4.00 Credits
Provides students with skills necessary to work in a physician's office laboratory. Focuses on quality control, record keeping, specimen collection, processing and disposal, urinalysis, hematology, blood chemistry, immunology, and microbiology. Students enrolled in this course must show documentation for the hepatitis B vaccine series. Prerequisite: MEDA 120 or BIOL 221 and BIOL 222, ENGL 100 or higher, and current enrollment in the Medical Assisting program
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2.00 Credits
Provides students the knowledge and helps them develop the expertise to perform and document phlebotomy and intradermal injections. This course is part of the educational requirement for categories A, C, and E of the Law relating to Health Care Assistants, teaches to the scope of practice according to this law. Students enrolled in this course must show documentation for the hepatitis B vaccine series. Prerequisite: MEDA 120 or BIOL 221 and BIOL 222 , MATH 105, ENGL 100 or higher, and current enrollment in the Medical Assisting Program.
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3.00 Credits
Gives students a foundation of knowledge and basic skills for assisting a health care practitioner in a clinical setting. Requires students to perform vital signs, infection control, patient care, and sterile technique. Explains and discusses OSHA standards for handling biohazardous materials along with first aid and medical emergencies. Prerequisite: ENGL 100 and MATH 070, and current enrollment in the Medical Assisting program.
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