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ENG 195 - Film Studies: Film as Art 3.00 credits
This is an introductory course in film analysis with special emphasis on concepts related to the formal and cultural analysis of film as a dramatic art. Elements to be considered include genre, narrative, cinematography, mise en scène, editing, sound, and acting. Prerequisite: WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 121.
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ENG 201 - Shakespeare’s Early and Middle Works 3.00 credits
Explores the development of Shakespeare’s art and contribution to literature, culture, and the English language with a focus on histories, tragedies, comedies, and non-dramatic poetry prior to 1602. Students will read and view four or more plays and selected non-dramatic poetry in order to introduce the study of Shakespeare’s dramatic techniques, character development, and language. The works are chosen to reflect a broad range of patterns, themes, and genres. Recommended prior coursework: ENG 104, ENG 105, and ENG 106. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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ENG 202 - Shakespeare’s Late Works 3.00 credits
Explores the development of Shakespeare’s art and contribution to literature, culture, and the English language with a focus on histories, tragedies, comedies, and non-dramatic poetry after 1602. Students will read and view four or more plays and selected non-dramatic poetry in order to introduce the study of Shakespeare’s dramatic techniques, character development, and language. The works are chosen to reflect a broad range of patterns, themes, and genres. Recommended prior coursework: ENG 104, ENG 105, and ENG 106. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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ENG 206 - Survey of English Literature 19th & 20th Century 3.00 credits
Literature of the British Isles: 19th and 20th century selections, beginning with Wordsworth and ending with contemporary works. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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ENG 213 - Latin American Literature 3.00 credits
Studies various Latin American literatures, such as works of Hispanic, indigenous, and Afro-Caribbean origin. All readings are in English. Recommended: 100-level reading. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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ENG 216 - Intro Lit Children and Young Adults 3.00 credits
Introduces literature written for children and young adults from genres such as picture books, folktales, comics, novels, poetry, and film. Examines the gendered, political, cultural, and ideological dimensions of the literature, as well as issues of didacticism and censorship. Prerequisite: WRI 121 or concurrent enrollment.
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ENG 220 - Intro to Non-European Literature 3.00 credits
An overview of the literature of one or more non-European cultural groups, including fiction, poetry, drama, and expository prose. Subtitles and cultural groups may vary. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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ENG 240 - Intro to Native American Literature 3.00 credits
Introduction to Native American Studies and oral and written composition by Native Americans from both before and after contact with Euro-Americans. Provides historical, geographical, political, social, religious, linguistic, aesthetic, and ethno poetic contexts for understanding the various tribal literatures studied. Recommended: Some background or experience in literature is desirable. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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ENG 258 - African American Literature 3.00 credits
Introduces the modern and contemporary literature of Americans whose roots are in Africa. Emphasizes the period following the Harlem Renaissance. Introduces the writings which came to age after the Harlem Renaissance as well as contemporary writings. May focus on experimental writings to understand ways of African and early African American tropes as used in new innovative ways. Focuses on oral and written texts representing interests, aspirations, and experiences of African Americans. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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ENG 261 - Literature of Science Fiction 3.00 credits
Introduces science fiction. Explores historical and contemporary themes. Covers a variety of authors and examines the art and function of this genre. Recommended: 100-level reading. Prerequisite: WRI 121.
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ENG 275 - Bible as Literature 3.00 credits
Explores the Bible as a literary text by discussing authorship, translation, literary forms, history, and cultural context. Discusses the Bible as a point of reference for literature as well as for other works of art. Examines literary, cultural, and interpretive contexts in which Biblical literature was created, and in which it is currently read. Prerequisite: WRI 121
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Environmental Studies |
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ENV 105 - GPS, Map & Compass 2.00 credits
Introduction to use of topographic maps, compass, and portable GPS. Students will explore map scale, resolution, and accuracy. Projections and coordinate systems will be introduced. Differential GPS corrections will also be explored.
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ENV 141 - Tree & Shrub Identification 3.00 credits
Introduction to tree and shrub identification. Learn to identify the principal forest trees of North America and the principal trees and shrubs of the Pacific Northwest. Learn to use appropriate dichotomous keys in the field.
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ENV 170 - Environmental Science 3.00 credits
Examines major environmental questions facing the world today. Includes population growth, matter and energy resources, ecosystems, pollution, and environment and society. Explores a broad range of environmental issues including sustainability, the interconnection of the economy with ecosystem, short-term versus long-term gains, and the trade-offs in balancing problems and solutions. Recommended: Placement into WRI 095. Corequisite: ENV 170L.
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ENV 170L - Environmental Science Lab 1.00 credits
Laboratory activities relating to ENV 170. Corequisite: ENV 170.
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ENV 241 - Forest Ecology 3.00 credits
Basic physiological characteristics of trees, succession, climax, and related concepts. Vegetation classification, stand structure, diversity, competition, growth, soils-forests interactions, biomass and nutrient distribution, energy relations, nutrient element dynamics, and ecology of disturbances. Corequisite: ENV 241L.
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ENV 241L - Forest Ecology Lab 1.00 credits
Laboratory activities related to ENV 241. Corequisite: ENV 241.
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Emergency Response and Operations |
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ERO 100 - Intro to Emergency Response and Operations 3.00 credits
Prepares students for a career in emergency services. This course includes an overview of emergency medical services, law enforcement services and firefighter services, career opportunities within and related fields.
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ERO 103 - Legal Aspects of Emergency Services 3.00 credits
Students learn the federal, state, and local laws that regulate emergency services, national standards influencing emergency services, standard of care, tort, liability, and a review of relevant court cases.
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ERO 110 - Emergency Vehicle Operator (EVOC) 2.00 credits
This course introduces safe vehicle operation by stressing theory and principles of defensive driving in both emergency and non-emergency situations. Oregon motor vehicle laws pertinent to the operation of emergency vehicles is included in the course. This class differentiates between emergency driving and non-emergency driving. Student will learn to identify safety considerations for operating emergency vehicles and will be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills in safely operating and driving an emergency vehicle. Prerequisite: 18 years of age with a valid driver’s license and insurable.
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ERO 115 - Crisis Intervention 3.00 credits
An introduction to crisis response for first responders of an emergency or significant incident or event. This course will assist those who are assisting people in the immediate aftermath of a disaster or other type of tragedy. Students will learn how to reduce initial stress, gather information, debrief, and produce an environment of connectedness to empower communities to heal in the recovery process.
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ERO 125 - Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations 1.00 credits
Designed to prepare individuals to safely respond to hazardous materials emergencies. Individuals will learn to analyze an incident, detect the presence of hazardous materials, survey the scene, collect hazard information from the DOT Emergency Response Guidebook, implement actions consistent with standard operating procedures, initiate protective actions, and initiate the notification process.
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Fire Science (Structural) |
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FRP 111 - Fire Fighter I 3.00 credits
This entry level fire training course, in conjunction with its companion course, FRP 111L prepares the student to meet the job performance requirements for career and volunteer firefighters whose duties are primarily structural in nature as described in NFPA 1001 Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications adopted by The State of Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards & Training (DPSST) as the foundation for fire recruit training. The course emphasizes academic learning, manipulative skills, and team building. Recommended: ERO 100. Prerequisites: 18 years or older with a valid state driver’s license and insurable. Students are required to submit and pass a criminal background investigation and a health and drug screening. Students are required to sign a waiver prior to participating in a Candidates Physical Ability Test (CPAT). Students must possess or obtain current certification as an American Heart Association Health Care Provider CPR or American Red Cross Basic Life Support for the Professional Rescuer CPR prior to applying for state certification as a Firefighter I. Corequisite: FRP 111L.
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FRP 111L - Firefighter I Lab 5.00 credits
This entry level fire training course, in conjunction with its companion course FRP 111, prepares the student to meet the job performance requirements for career and volunteer firefighters whose duties are primarily structural in nature as described in NFPA 1001 Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications adopted by The State of Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards & Training (DPSST) as the foundation for fire recruit training. The course emphasizes academic learning, manipulative skills, and team building. Prerequisites: 18 years or older with a valid state driver’s license and insurable. Students are required to submit and pass a criminal background investigation, health and drug screen. Students are required to sign a waiver prior to participating in a Candidates Physical Ability Test (CPAT). Students must possess or obtain current certification as American Heart Association Health Care Provider CPR or American Red Cross Basic Life Support for the Professional Rescuer CPR prior to applying for state certification as Firefighter I. Corequisite: FRP 111
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FRP 112 - Fire Fighter II 3.00 credits
This advanced level fire training program prepares the student for the skill competencies for the Firefighter II certification process. The structure firefighter training includes Level 5 Advanced Firefighter Training. Prerequisite: FRP 111.
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FRP 121 - Fire Behavior and Combustion 3.00 credits
This course explores the theories and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread, and are controlled. Instruction in fire behavior and control, matter and energy, units of measurement, flammable liquids, toxic gases, chemicals, radioactive hazards, and firefighting techniques.
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FRP 122 - Fire Codes, Related Ordinances and Inspection 3.00 credits
Provides fundamental knowledge relating to the field of fire prevention. Includes history and philosophy of fire prevention; organization and operation of a fire prevention division; use and application of codes and standards; plans review; fire inspection; fire and life safety education. Recommended: FRP 111, FRP 111L
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FRP 132 - Fire Apparatus and Equipment 3.00 credits
Theory of pump operation, types and features of various pumps, practical operation of fire pumps and accessories. Includes drafting, hydrant and tanker operations, and rule-of-thumb fireground hydraulic calculations. Topics addressed include the different types of fire apparatus and their function including wildland firefighting apparatus and municipal apparatus. Prerequisites: 18 years old with a valid state driver’s license and insurable and ERO 110, FRP 111, FRP 111L.
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FRP 232 - Building Construction for Fire Protection 3.00 credits
Covers building classification and structural features, types of material used in buildings, flame spread and fire retardants, and representative fire loads.
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FRP 233 - Firefighter Safety and Survival 3.00 credits
Introduces students to basic principles and history related to the national firefighter life safety initiatives focusing on the need for cultural and behavior change throughout the emergency services. Prerequisites: FRP 111, FRP 111L.
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FRP 281 - Introductory Work Experience - Career Fire District 1.00 credits
This course compliments the experience gained in FRP 282. The course introduces the student to a Career Fire Protection District’s work environment. The student participates in four 8-hour shifts with cooperating Career Fire Protection Districts under District personnel supervision. During their shift rotations, students will learn about career firehouse organization and emergency response protocols, participate in firehouse training sessions, assist with equipment maintenance and ride along on emergency responses as an observer. Prerequisites: ERO 100, FRP 111, FRP 111L.
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Forestry |
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FOR 209 - Fire Ecology and Effects 2.00 credits
Discusses the role of fire in Pacific Northwest ecosystems. Identifies effects on flora, fauna, soils, water; fire and cultural/visual resource management; fire and insect interactions. Covers the effects of fire on different forest and range ecosystems. Corequisite: FOR 209L .
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FOR 209L - Fire Ecology and Effects Lab 1.00 credits
Laboratory activities relating to FOR 209. Corequisite: FOR 209 .
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FOR 210 - Wildland Fire Science 2.00 credits
A study of hazardous fuel management and treatment practices. Incorporates current fuel measurement and analysis techniques, fire behavior prediction models and hazardous wildland fuel mitigation methods.
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FOR 230 - Forest Surveying 2.00 credits
Studies basic surveying techniques and equipment emphasizing traversing, differential leveling, profiling, GPS mapping and basic coordinate geometry. Prerequisite: ENV 105 or instructor approval. Corequisite: FOR 230L .
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FOR 230L - Forest Surveying Lab 1.00 credits
Laboratory activities relating to FOR 230. Corequisite: FOR 230 .
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FOR 235 - Resource Measurements 3.00 credits
Students will learn the fundamentals of measuring and quantifying natural resources, including cruising and scaling timber to determine merchantable volume, quantifying wildlife and fisheries habitat, measuring and estimating forage production for wildlife and livestock, and sampling wildlife populations. Course will also introduce basic statistical concepts and their applications in resource management. Corequisite: FOR 235L
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FOR 235L - Resource Measurements Lab 1.00 credits
Laboratory activities relating to FOR 235. Corequisite FOR 235 .
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FOR 240 - Wildlife Ecology 3.00 credits
Explores wildlife ecology and biodiversity in context of forest and range management. Focuses on relationship between wildlife and forest and range ecosystems, and examines the role of forest and range management in wildlife habitat management. Prerequisite: ENV 241 . Corequisite: FOR 240L .
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FOR 240L - Wildlife Ecology Lab 1.00 credits
Laboratory activities relating to FOR 240. Corequisite FOR 240 .
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FOR 241 - Dendrology 3.00 credits
Covers identification, classification and distribution of plant communities (tree, shrub, forb and grass) found within Oregon and major North American plant communities. Covers in lecture format the structure and function of the primary organs and tissues that comprise woody plants. This course is the classroom portion of FOR 241L. Corequisite: FOR 241L .
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FOR 241L - Field Dendrology 2.00 credits
Identification, classification, and distribution of common trees and shrubs found in the Western United States and major tree species of North America. The course emphasizes botanical nomenclature and proper identification using plant keys and field characteristics. Corequisite: FOR 241 .
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FOR 280 - Coop Wk Exp: Forest and Fire Ecology 2.00 credits
On-the-job, paid or volunteer, experiences which allow for the application and development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes learned through the on-campus program so that the student can learn various functional aspects of the industry. Instructor permission is required prior to registering and the student must locate a job site for the course.
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General Agriculture |
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GAG 200 - Exploring Agriculture 2.00 credits
Exploration of the Agricultural Sciences major and career opportunities.
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GAG 280 - Coop Wk Exp: General Agriculture 2.00 credits
On-the-job, paid or volunteer, experiences which allow for the application and development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes learned through the on-campus program so that the student can learn all aspects of the industry. Cooperative work experience is offered for variable credit based on the student’s objectives. Instructor permission is required and the student must locate a job site for the course.
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GAG 299 - Special Studies: General Agriculture 3.00 credits
Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of GAG not usually covered in depth in other GAG courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in GAG.
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Geographic Information Systems |
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GIS 234 - Geographic Information Systems I 3.00 credits
This course is designed as an introduction to Geographic Information Systems and the spatial concepts it promotes. ArcGIS is the software program used for spatial data input, analysis, and display. Prerequisites: MTH 095 or MTH 111 or placement into MTH 111 and WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 121. Corequisite: GIS 234L.
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GIS 234L - Geographic Information Systems I Lab 1.00 credits
Laboratory activities relating to GIS 234. Corequisite: GIS 234.
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GIS 235 - Geographic Information Systems II 3.00 credits
Applications-based course. Develop and conduct geospatial analyses by manipulating various topological data types, techniques, and models. Students resolve geospatial data through laboratory work. Create and hone web-based GIS applications and services. Prerequisite: GIS 234. Corequisite: GIS 235L.
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GIS 235L - Geographic Information Systems II Lab 1.00 credits
Laboratory activities relating to GIS 235. Corequisite: GIS 235.
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GIS 236 - Geographic Information Systems III 3.00 credits
Application focus varies and provides an opportunity for additional exposure to one or more of the analytical techniques gleaned in prerequisite courses. Focus on the application of Geographic Information Systems to real-world problems in the Earth Sciences, Public Health, Business, and Criminal Justice. Emphasis is placed on the analysis of spatial and temporal relationships of geographic systems. Prerequisite: GIS 235. Corequisite: GIS 236L.
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GIS 236L - Geographic Information Systems III Lab 1.00 credits
Laboratory activities relating to GIS 236. Corequisite: GIS 236.
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GIS 280 - Coop Wk Exp: Geographic Information Systems 3.00 credits
Offered for variable credit. On-the-job (paid or volunteer) experience that allows for the application and development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes assimilated through the on-campus program. The seminar introduces fundamental aspects of the industry to the student. The student’s objectives determines the number of credits. Instructor permission is required prior to registering and the student must source a job-site or choose from a list of local-partners for the course. Prerequisite: GIS 234.
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Geography |
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GEO 105 - Physical Geography 3.00 credits
Introduces students to the geographical study of earth’s physical landscape and process. Topics include the biosphere, geosphere, atmosphere, and human-environment interactions. Concepts are applied to a variety of regions including Oregon and the Klamath Basin. Satisfies lab science requirement. Recommended: WRI 121 placement. Corequisite: GEO 105L.
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GEO 105L - Physical Geography Lab 1.00 credits
Laboratory activities relating to GEO 105. Corequisite: GEO 105.
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GEO 106 - Human Cultural Geography I 3.00 credits
Introduces students to the science of human geography. Concepts are applied to a variety of Western regions including the Klamath Basin, the Americas, and Western Europe. Recommended: WRI 121 placement.
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GEO 107 - Human Cultural Geography II 3.00 credits
Introduces the study of human cultural geography with a focus on developing nations. Regional topics include the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands. Recommended: WRI 121 placement.
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General Science |
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GSC 107 - Physical Science (Astronomy) 3.00 credits
Surveys astronomy to include historical development of the Universe, Earth as a planet, Earth’s moon, planets of the Solar System, the Sun, stars, and galaxies. Corequisite: GSC 107L.
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GSC 107L - Phy Sci Astr Lab 1.00 credits
Laboratory activities relating to GSC 107. Corequisite: GSC 107.
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Health Studies |
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HEA 100 - Nursing Assistant I 3.00 credits
This course provides the foundation for student success with state certification testing, workforce training aimed at entry-level positions. Students will practice learned techniques in personal care, dining, emergency care, rehabilitation and interpersonal skills with emphasis on safety, infection control, legal and ethical considerations while in the acute and sub-acute facilities. Successful course completion does not guarantee state certification. Corequisite: HEA 100C.
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HEA 100C - Nursing Assistant Clinical 2.00 credits
This course provides the foundation for student success with state certification testing, workforce training aimed at entry-level positions. Students will practice learned techniques in personal care, dining, emergency care, rehabilitation and interpersonal skills with emphasis on safety, infection control, legal and ethical considerations while in the acute and sub-acute facilities. Successful course completion does not guarantee state certification. Corequisite: HEA 100.
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HEA 113 - Certified Nursing Assistant 2 3.00 credits
The course provides the foundation for student success in the workforce at an entry-level position. Emphasis is on promoting a person’s optimal independence, positive healing strategies, positive peer model behavior and addressing an individual person’s care needs. Successful course completion does not guarantee state certification. Prerequisites: Hold a current unencumbered Oregon CNA 1 certificate. Corequisites: HEA 113C and HEA 113L.
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HEA 113C - Certified Nursing Assist 2 Clinical 1.00 credits
The course provides the foundation for student success in the workforce at an entry-level position. Emphasis is on promoting a person’s optimal independence, positive healing strategies, positive peer model behavior and addressing an individual person’s care needs. Successful course completion does not guarantee state certification. Prerequisites: Hold a current unencumbered Oregon CNA 1 certificate. Corequisites: HEA 113 and HEA 113L.
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HEA 113L - Certified Nursing Assistant 2 Lab 1.00 credits
The course provides the foundation for student success in the workforce at an entry-level position. Emphasis is on promoting a person’s optimal independence, positive healing strategies, positive peer model behavior and addressing an individual person’s care needs. Successful course completion does not guarantee state certification. Prerequisite: Hold a current unencumbered Oregon CNA 1 certificate. Corequisites: HEA 113 and HEA 113C.
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HEA 125 - First Aid & Industrial Safety 3.00 credits
Presents an overview of industrial safety regulations, accident prevention, ergonomics, hazardous materials, first aid, and adult CPR. Successful students will receive a First Aid and Adult CPR card.
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HEA 199 - Special Studies: Health Services 3.00 credits
Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of HEA not usually covered in depth in other courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in HEA.
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HEA 252 - First Aid Basics & Beyond 3.00 credits
Explores and demonstrates basic first aid and advance first aid for remote areas. Includes first aid and CPR certification.
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HEA 280 - Coop Wk Exp: Health Services 2.00 credits
On-the-job, paid or volunteer, experiences which allow for the application and development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes learned through the on-campus program so that the student can learn all aspects of the industry. Cooperative work experience is offered for variable credit based on the student’s objectives. Instructor permission is required and the student must locate a job site for the course.
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HEA 298 - Independent Study: Health Services 3.00 credits
Offers individualized study at an advanced level in areas of HEA not considered in other courses to meet special interests or program requirements. Students must complete a term project and readings approved by the instructor. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in HEA.
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HEA 299 - Special Studies: Health Services 3.00 credits
Special topics, activities, or projects in an advanced area of HEA not usually covered in depth in other health services courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in HEA.
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HPE 131 - Introduction to Exercise/Sport Science 3.00 credits
Introduces students to the profession of exercise science including an overview of basic concepts and careers in exercise physiology, athletic training, personal training, coaching, sports medicine, physical therapy and fitness management. Provides a comprehensive introduction to any student who is considering a career in the area of health, fitness, wellness, exercise physiology and sports medicine. Also, includes guest speakers currently working in the profession, as well as tours of local fitness facilities. Various fitness certifications are compared and contrasted. Prerequisite: WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 095.
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HPE 260 - Anatomical Kinesiology 4.00 credits
This is an introduction to the science of human movement (kinesiology). The class explores the anatomical elements such as muscle action and joint structure and function involved in the gross motor movement. Major emphasis will be on structural anatomy, primary movers of each joint, and muscle utilization for specific sport actions. Prerequisites: BIO 231 and WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 095.
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HPE 261 - Exercise Physiology 4.00 credits
This course is designed to provide the student with an introductory foundation for understanding the physiology associated with exercise. Emphasis will be placed on how the various tissues and systems of the body adjust to acute work stress and ultimately adapt to chronic exercise training. Course materials will include metabolic, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and respiratory adaptations to exercise and exercise training. Prerequisites: MTH 070 or MTH 095, or MTH 111 or placement into MTH 095 or MTH 111 and WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 095.
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HPE 262 - Exercise Testing and Prescription 3.00 credits
The intent is to provide a practical guide for administering safe exercise testing as well as development of safe and effective exercise prescription for all clients including special populations. Specific content to be addressed includes: initial client consultation, risk factor classification, performance of hands-on exercise testing, prescribing appropriate aerobic, anaerobic, flexibility, and resistance exercise plans, periodization, prevention of overtraining, metabolic calculations, & legality including HIPAA laws. Prerequisites: HPE 260 and HPE 261.
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HPE 270 - Sport and Exercise Psychology 3.00 credits
Introduces a broad range of topics relevant to sport and exercise psychology, including sport personality, motivation, psychological skills training, energy management, attention, imagery, competitive anxiety and mental relaxation. Content is relevant for coaches, athletes and others interested in the psychology of sport. Prerequisite: WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 095.
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HIM 103 - Intro to Health Services 3.00 credits
Introduction to health services with a focus on understanding the healthcare system including financing of healthcare, organizations and settings, non-financial resources and evaluation, regulation, and assessment. Prerequisite: WRI 095 or WRI 121 or placement into WRI 121.
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HIM 104 - Intro to Health Data and Content I 3.00 credits
This course provides an overview of healthcare delivery systems and health information fields. Includes origin and uses of health records, admitting functions, filing and numbering systems, interdepartmental communication, and computation of basic census data, micrograph concepts, and electronic data interchange. Introduction to application of healthcare procedures via a web-based virtual lab.
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HIM 105 - Legal & Ethical Aspects of Healthcare 3.00 credits
Introduces the legal basis for medical practice, confidentiality, HIPAA, voluntary and involuntary release of medical information, professional liability, consents for treatment and other procedures, and medical-ethical issues.
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HIM 106 - Health Data Content & Structure II 4.00 credits
This course covers the importance of accurate and timely heath record documentation. Addresses fundamental health record documentation requirements and practices in a variety of healthcare settings. Topics include information governance, electronic heath records and health IT, clinical documentation improvement, and real-world, hands-on experience with a web-based virtual lab. Prerequisite: HIM 104.
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HIM 131 - Medical Coding 4.00 credits
This course is the introduction to developing an understanding of coding and classification systems, particularly ICD-9-CM, ICD-10-CM, and CPT, in order to assign valid diagnostic and procedure codes. Students will analyze current regulations and established guidelines in clinical classification systems; determine the diagnoses and procedures that require coding for acute care (inpatient) and outpatient services; interpret conventions, formats, instructional notations, tables, and definitions of the classification system to select diagnoses, conditions, problems or other reasons for the encounter that require coding to include the procedures/services that require coding; and determine sequence of diagnoses and procedures. Recommended: MDA 101 and co-enrollment or completion of MDA 128 or BIO 231.
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HIM 180 - Coop Wk Exp: HIM Prof Prac Exp I 2.00 credits
Provides practicum experience in health information management functions utilizing medical record technologies in a classroom simulation and/or under the direct supervision of facility personnel in local health care facilities.
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HIM 204 - Healthcare Delivery & Technology 3.00 credits
This course provides analysis of the common terms and procedures related to the development and implementation of information systems, specifically networks and interfaces, in reference to the EHR, the personal health record, PHR, public health, and other administrative applications systems. Database architecture and design along with systems analysis and database informatics will also be covered, in addition to an overview of healthcare and its relationship to technology. Prerequisite: HIM 106.
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HIM 205 - Health Info and Data Governance 3.00 credits
This course applies qualitative and quantitative analysis of the health record in all settings that are based on accreditation, standards, licensing, and certifying agencies. Students will learn the core enterprise information management (EIM) domains and associated practice for heath information and data governance. Prerequisite: HIM 204.
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HIM 210 - Disease Process 3.00 credits
This course introduces the student to 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. Discussion will include cause, pathological features, physical signs and symptoms, diagnostic procedures, and current preferred treatment. Additionally, the effects of aging on the system and the relationship of aging to diseases are presented. Recommended: MDA 101 and MDA 102. Prerequisite: MDA 128 or BIO 231.
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HIM 212 - Intro to Pharmaceuticals 3.00 credits
This course covers appropriate medication use, the effects of medication, dangers and precautions, and routes of administration. Reviews common prescription abbreviation, forms of medications, and basic drug categories.
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HIM 231 - CPT Coding 3.00 credits
This course expands on the understanding of coding and classification systems, particularly CPT and HCPCS, in order to assign valid procedure codes. Students will analyze current regulations and established guidelines in clinical classification systems; determine the procedures that require; interpret conventions, formats, instructional notations, tables, and definitions of the classification system and/or nomenclature to select diagnoses, conditions, problems or other reasons for the encounter that require coding, and determine the sequence of diagnoses and procedures.
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HIM 232 - Medical Revenue - Insurance and Billing Application 4.00 credits
Students will learn accurate processing of health insurance claims. Thorough instructions in all aspects of medical insurance including plan options, payor requirements, state and federal regulations, abstracting of documents, accurate completion of claims, coding diagnoses and procedures. Determine the accuracy of abstracted data elements for data base integrity and claims processing. Includes contemporary prospective payment systems and key health plans, charge master maintenance, and evaluation of fraudulent billing practices. ICD-10-CM, CPT-4 and HCPCS will be reviewed and there will be hands-on application of EHR- Go Coding; Inpatient and outpatient. Recommended: HIM 131 and HIM 231.
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HIM 234 - Advanced Medical Coding 3.00 credits
This course promotes the advanced understanding of coding and classification systems, particularly ICD-10-CM, and CPT and HCPCS, and introduction and application of ICD-10-PCS, in order to assign valid diagnostic and procedure codes. Diagnostic and procedural coding continues at an advanced level of hands-on application and classification with considerable time spent abstracting, coding, and indexing diagnostic and procedure codes. Prerequisites: HIM 131 and HIM 231.
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HIM 272 - HIM Leadership and Management 3.00 credits
Covers principles of personnel supervision and management of a health information department.
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HIM 275 - Quality Improvement in Healthcare 3.00 credits
This course investigates application and analysis of quality management, utilization management, risk management, and their related studies. Also covered is the analysis of clinical data to identify trends that demonstrate quality, safety, and effectiveness of the healthcare system. Abstraction of data for facility-wide quality management and performance improvement programs is also presented. In addition review of registries (cancer, disease, diabetes), indexes, and databases are attained.
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HIM 280 - Coop Wk Exp: HIM Prof Prac II 3.00 credits
Provides practicum experience in health information management functions utilizing medical record technologies in a classroom simulation and/or under the direct supervision of facility personnel in local health care facilities.
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HIM 291 - Exam Review: RHIT 1.00 credits
Confidently prepare for the RHIT exam with Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) Exam Preparation textbook. The exam experience is a simulation in the textbook with 850 multiple-choice questions, including mock exams and assisting with completing the exam application. Prerequisite: Completion of the HIM AAS degree is required.
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HIM 292 - Exam Prep: EHR 1.00 credit
This class will help prepare students for the examination from National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Students will review core curriculum identified by the National Healthcareer Association for successful application in Billing and Coding Specialist. Tutorials will be used throughout the class to prepare students to complete the practice assessment exam administered to familiarize students with the types of questions and formats encountered on the exams. Completion of the HIM AAS degree or paper work for petition to graduate must be completed before the student is allowed to take the exam(s). The exam will be administered at KCC. The fee per tutorial and one exam attempt is included in course fees.
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HIM 293 - Exam Review: CBS 1.00 credit
This review will help prepare students for the national examination in coding and billing. Students will review core curriculum as essential domains of learning. Practice exams will be administered to familiarize students with the types of questions and formats encountered on these exams. Completion of the HIM AAS degree is required.
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HPE 207 - Stress Management 3.00 credits
Students learn the basis for various components of stress and how to recognize and cope appropriately with physical, occupational, social, school, and environmental stressors. The course emphasizes achieving lifestyle balance and shows students how to develop and practice physiologic relaxation techniques and stress reduction methods.
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HPE 225 - Nutrition 3.00 credits
A study of food and nutrition, including how they relate to health and disease. Students are exposed to basic nutrition including nutrient needs, how nutrients function in the body, energy balance, and diet planning for various medical conditions. Provides an in-depth look at current topics and the American diet.
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HPE 295 - Health & Fitness for Life 3.00 credits
Explores the role of wellness, physical fitness, stress, nutrition, and cardiovascular health in promoting an individual’s health and well-being. Fitness testing and fitness lab are included.
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HST 101 - Western Civilization I: Ancient World to 1000 3.00 credits
Studies the ancient civilizations of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, and Rome. Topics also include development of early Christianity and early Medieval Europe. HST 101, 102, and 103 may be taken out of sequence. Recommended: WRI 121 placement.
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HST 101M - Western Civilization I 5.00 credits
Studies the civilizations of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, Rome, medieval Europe, and early modern Europe up to 1600. Special topics also include ancient and medieval militaries and technology. Recommended: Placement scores at WRI 121.
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HST 102 - Western Civilization II: 1000 to 1800 3.00 credits
Studies early Modern Europe including Renaissance, Reformation, Scientific Revolution, and the French Revolution. HST 101, 102, and 103 may be taken out of sequence. Recommended: WRI 121 placement.
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