May 03, 2024  
2018-2019 Vincennes University Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Vincennes University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


COURSE NUMBERING SYSTEM

The course numbering system is alpha-numeric, consisting of four letters and three numbers. The letters indicate the subject area of the course. Developmental courses have a zero as the initial digit. Freshman level courses carry numbers between 100 and 199. Sophomore courses are numbered 200 to 299. Junior and senior level courses carry numbers between 300 and 499.

Speaking and Writing Reading Intensive courses are indicated in the course description section of this catalog.

Listing for Special Instruction Courses. Vincennes University offers instruction tailored to the needs of special populations. The instruction is individualized to the particular needs of the business or industry, with emphasis that the content be college level. The following courses are established to permit flexibility within established credit hour designations.

 

French

  
  • FREN 117 - Explore the French-Speaking World


    3 hrs (Offered on Demand in the Summer)
    This study tour of a Francophone country or countries involves the following components:  mandatory pre-departure orientation sessions, visits of cultural and educational sites, post-trip research paper on cultural or historical topic, and post-trip presentation on VU’s campus about travel experience.  3 class hours.

  
  • FREN 201 - French Level III


    4 hrs (Offered on Demand)
    Emphasis on reading. Conversation coordinated with reading of cultural text. This course is a transferIN course. 4 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in FREN 103  or appropriate placement test score.
  
  • FREN 203 - French Level IV


    4 hrs (Offered on Demand)
    A continuation of FREN 201  with emphasis on writing. Readings on cultural and contemporary topics. This course is a transferIN course. 4 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in FREN 201 .
  
  • FREN 211 - Intermediate French Readings I


    4 hrs (Offered on Demand)
    Readings of representative literary works, including such authors as Sartre, Camus, Simenon. 3 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in FREN 201 .
  
  • FREN 212 - Intermediate French Readings II


    3 hrs (Offered on Demand)
    A continuation of FREN 211 . 3 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in FREN 201 .
  
  • FREN 217 - Intermediate Conversational French


    2 hrs (Offered on Demand)
    This course is designed to provide students at an intermediate level of proficiency additional listening and speaking practice in French. Conversation is coordinated with readings on cultural and contemporary topics. Students engage in dialogs and make short oral presentations. 2 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in FREN 201 .
  
  • FREN 230 - Contemporary French Civilization


    3 hrs (Offered on Demand)
    Social, cultural and political aspects of France. A special project will be chosen by the class. Readings from French texts. 3 class hours.

    Writing Reading and Speaking Intensive Course

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and have a grade of C or better in FREN 201 .

Geoscience

  
  • GEOS 100 - Earth Science


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Introduction to fields of geology, meteorology, oceanography, and astronomy. Designed especially for non-science majors. This course is a transferIN course. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in GEOS 100L ; must qualify for MATH 013  or MATH 022 , or higher; and must qualify for ENGL 101 .
  
  • GEOS 100L - Earth Science Laboratory


    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    Laboratory activities to accompany GEOS 100. This course is a transferIN course.  2 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in GEOS 100 .
  
  • GEOS 101 - Environmental Science


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    This course examines issues and events of current importance such as pollution, natural disasters, state and federal land use (including state and national parks), and population growth concerns. Career opportunities and transfer options for fields of studies covered will be included. Presentations by professional guest speakers, and utilization of World Wide Web will provide course enrichment. 3 lecture hours.

    Speaking Intensive Course

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and must qualify for MATH 013  or MATH 022 , or higher.
  
  • GEOS 101L - Environmental Science Laboratory


    1 hr (Sem I)
    Examines principles of GEOS 101 . Course may involve field sampling or environmental parameters, field trips to local sites or environmental significance, and analysis of case studies and/or data. 3 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in GEOS 101 .  Examines principles of GEOS 101 . Corequisite(s): GEOS 101 .
  
  • GEOS 105 - Geography of Indiana


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Examines Indiana from standpoint of basic geography and geology. Consideration of geographic and geologic history, meteorology and climatology, agriculture, mining, and population distributions. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and must qualify for MATH 013  or MATH 022 , or higher.
  
  • GEOS 115 - Physical Geology


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    Study of internal and external forces operating to form the earth’s major features. Topics emphasize study of rocks and minerals, earthquakes, volcanic activity, glaciation, surface water, and related topics. This course is a transfer IN course. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and must qualify for MATH 013  or MATH 022 , or higher. Corequisite(s): GEOS 115L .
  
  • GEOS 115L - Physical Geology Laboratory


    1 hrs (Sem I)
    Examines principles of GEOS 115 . This course is a transferIN course. 3 laboratory hours.

    Corequisite(s): GEOS 115 .
  
  • GEOS 131 - Geoscience Explorations


    1 hr (Sem I)
    This course is intended for students considering a major in Geosciences. It is meant to engage students in their academic program and the college. Students will participate in research projects involving natural resources, geology, geography, meteorology or astronomy. The goals of the course are to give students a sense of community, explore problems in a team-based setting, develop important scientific and critical thinking skills, introduce students to academic resources available at the college, and explore potential career fields. Students with credit in BIOL 131 - Biology Explorations  or CHEM 131 - Chemistry Explorations  may NOT receive credit for GEOS 131 . 3 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 011  or ENGL 079 ; and must qualify for MATH 016  or MATH 022 , or higher.
  
  • GEOS 201 - Field Geology/Geography


    1 hr (Summer)
    Various geologic and geographic resources are examined through a one-week field trip to selected regions of U.S. Visitations to industrial, agricultural, museums, mining sites, and natural features including state and national parks. Enrollment limited to 12. Contact the Earth Science Department Chairman for additional information. Offered on demand after Spring Semester Final Exams are completed. 2 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and must qualify for MATH 013  or MATH 022 , or higher.
  
  • GEOS 204 - Oceanography


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    Description of ocean environments with detailed study of seawater, ocean life, ocean circulation, marine climates, and the sea floor. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101  and MATH 013 .
  
  • GEOS 207 - World Geography


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Application of geographic principles to interpretation of human activities in all major world regions. Emphasis on cultural, economic and political aspects of major nations. (This course satisfies a UCC Social Science elective, and satisfies the Diverse Cultures and Global Perspectives requirement, but does not satisfy a science elective.) 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and must qualify for MATH 013  or MATH 022 , or higher.
  
  • GEOS 208 - Principles of Conservation


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Consideration of basic conservation and land utilization principles. Discussion and readings of contemporary ecological and resource issues. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and must qualify for MATH 013  or MATH 022 , or higher.
  
  • GEOS 210 - General Astronomy


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    General, non-mathematical survey of modern astronomy. Formation theories of solar system, nature of planets and stars, stellar classification, interstellar matter, nebulae, galaxies and cosmology. This course is a transferIN course. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and must qualify for MATH 013  or MATH 022 , or higher.
  
  • GEOS 210L - General Astronomy Laboratory


    1 hr (Sem I)
    Laboratory to accompany GEOS 210  General Astronomy. Student will perform simple astrometric and telescopic calculations, and work with sky imagery to characterize planets, moons, stars, galaxies and other objects. Lab may involve virtual planetarium software as well as required nights of sky viewing. 3 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in GEOS 210 .
  
  • GEOS 214 - Historical Geology


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Introduction to earth changes throughout geologic time with emphasis on evolution and extinction of plant and animal life forms. Offered in alternate (odd-numbered) years. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and must qualify for MATH 013  or MATH 022 , or higher. Corequisite(s): GEOS 214L .
  
  • GEOS 214L - Historical Geology Laboratory


    1 hr (Sem II)
    Examines principles of GEOS 214 . Offered in alternate (odd-numbered) years. 3 laboratory hours.

    Corequisite(s): GEOS 214 .
  
  • GEOS 216 - Earth Materials


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Fundamental study of rocks and minerals-building blocks of solid earth. Physical and chemical characteristics of minerals, their interrelationships, introductory crystallography, descriptive mineralogy, hand specimen identification, geologic occurrence, and rock and mineral associations. Equipment and techniques used in mineralogy and petrology examined and brief historical synopsis provided. Offered in alternate (odd-numbered) years. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GEOS 115  and GEOS 115L . Corequisite(s): GEOS 216L .
  
  • GEOS 216L - Earth Materials Laboratory


    1 hr (Sem II)
    Examines principles of GEOS 216 . Offered in alternate (odd-numbered) years. 3 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GEOS 115  and GEOS 115L , and students must also qualify for MATH 016 . Corequisite(s): GEOS 216 .
  
  • GEOS 221 - Introduction to Weather and Climate


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    Provides the student with a fundamental understanding of; Earth’s atmosphere and weather systems, seasonal variations in solar radiation, air masses, frontal systems, storms, as well as the impact of changing weather patterns on climate and the environment. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and must qualify for MATH 013  or MATH 022 , or higher.
  
  • GEOS 221L - Introduction to Weather and Climate Laboratory


    1 hr (Sem I)
    Students will participate in hands-on lab activities including basic map skills, interpretation and preparation of weather maps, adiabatic processes, climate modeling, and weather monitoring instrumentation and procedures. 3 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in GEOS 221 .
  
  • GEOS 233 - Introduction to Geospatial Science


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    This course provides an introduction to the concepts of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems, (GPS) and remote sensing components of Geospatial Technology. This course is intended to be of value not only to future GIS specialists, but to all students with an interest in applying spatial thinking and analysis to their respective disciplines. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101  and MATH 013 .
  
  • GEOS 233L - Geospatial Science Laboratory


    1 hr (Sem II)
    This course provides hands-on exercises using Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems, (GPS) and remote sensing components of Geospatial Technology. Students will utilize ESRI ArcGIS and other software to conduct spatial and image analyses through a series of hands-on exercises. 3 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in GEOS 233 .
  
  • GEOS 240 - Introductory Hydrology


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    This course examines the occurrence, distribution, movement, and properties of water in the hydrologic cycle with emphasis on the concepts and physical principles of surface and subsurface water flow. Students will investigate water resources, and the impact of water quality and quantity on the environment, and will learn techniques to solve introductory hydrologic problems. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GEOS 115  and GEOS 115L .
  
  • GEOS 240L - Hydrology Laboratory


    1 hr (Sem II)
    This course examines principles of GEOS 240  with a special emphasis on field and laboratory methods associated with hydrological investigations. 3 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in GEOS 240 .
  
  • GEOS 251 - Natural Hazards and Society


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    This course examines the Earth processes that create natural disasters, such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, landslides, forest fires, landslides, flooding, tornadoes, hurricanes, meteorite impacts, etc. The effects of natural disasters on society and the landscape will be investigated. In addition, a special focus will be placed on human responses to natural hazards, such as mitigation options, emergency response, policy, and social reactions. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and must qualify for MATH 013  or MATH 022 , or higher.
  
  • GEOS 251L - Natural Hazards Laboratory


    1 hr (Sem I)
    This course provides hands-on learning in the field of natural hazards, including general Earth processes lab activities, examination and preparation of case studies, preparedness simulations, and other relevant geoscience lab activities. Offered in alternate (odd-numbered) years. 3 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in GEOS 251 .
  
  • GEOS 304 - Soil Science


    4 hrs (Sem II)
    Differences in soils; soil genesis; physical, chemical and biological properties of soils; relation of soils to problems of land use and pollution; soil management relative to agriculture, fertility, erosion, drainage, and plant nutrition. Equipment and techniques of soil science are examined. Research paper on a current topic in soil science or in teaching methodologies is required. 3 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in CHEM 105  and CHEM 105L ; and junior level standing or consent of instructor.
  
  • GEOS 314 - Evolution of the Earth


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Introduction to earth changes throughout geologic time with emphasis on evolution and extinction of plant and animal life forms. Research paper on a current topic in historical geology or in teaching methodologies is required. Offered in alternate (odd-numbered) years. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in ENGL 101  and MATH 102 ; and junior level standing or consent of the instructor. Corequisite(s): GEOS 314L .
  
  • GEOS 314L - Evolution of the Earth Laboratory


    1 hr (Sem II)
    Examines principles of GEOS 314  and laboratory methodologies in historical geology. Offered in alternate (odd-numbered) years. 3 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior level standing or consent of the instructor. Corequisite(s): GEOS 314 .
  
  • GEOS 316 - The Rock Forming Minerals


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Fundamental study of minerals–building blocks of solid earth. Physical and chemical characteristics of minerals, their interrelationships, introductory crystallography, descriptive mineralogy, hand specimen identification, geologic occurrence, and rock and mineral associations. Equipment and techniques of mineralogy and brief historical synopsis. Research paper on a current topic in mineralogy or in teaching methodologies is required. Offered in alternate (odd-numbered) years. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GEOS 115 /115L  and CHEM 105 ; and junior level standing or consent of the instructor. Corequisite(s): GEOS 316L .
  
  • GEOS 316L - The Rock Forming Minerals Laboratory


    1 hr (Sem II)
    Examines principles of GEOS 316  and laboratory methodologies in mineralogy. Offered in alternate (odd-numbered) years. 3 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GEOS 115  and GEOS 115L ; and junior level standing or consent of the instructor. Corequisite(s): GEOS 316 .

German

  
  • GRMN 100 - Basic Conversational German


    2 hrs (Offered on Demand)
    An introduction to spoken language focusing on traveler’s needs. Group practice, vocabulary building. 2 class hours.

  
  • GRMN 101 - German Level I


    4 hrs (Sem I)
    An introduction to the German language and culture with emphasis on listening comprehension. Guided communication tasks, vocabulary building. Use of audio-visual aids, video, language lab, and “less-stress” techniques. This course is a transferIN course. 4 class hours.

  
  • GRMN 103 - German Level II


    4 hrs (Sem II)
    A continuation of GRMN 101  with structured oral communication, vocabulary building. Introduction to reading of graded and glossed materials, basic grammatical structures, writing. This course is a transferIN course. 4 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GRMN 101  or appropriate placement test scores.
  
  • GRMN 117 - Explore the German-Speaking World


    3 hrs (Offered on Demand in the Summer)
    This study tour of a German-speaking country or countries involves the following components:  mandatory pre-departure orientation sessions, visits of cultural and educational sites, post-trip research paper on cultural or historical topic, and post-trip presentation on VU’s campus about travel experience.  3 class hours.

  
  • GRMN 201 - German Level III


    4 hrs (Offered on Demand)
    Emphasis on reading. Conversation coordinated with reading of cultural text, written and oral reports. Continued study of grammar structures, vocabulary building. This course is a transferIN course. 4 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GRMN 103  or appropriate placement test score.
  
  • GRMN 203 - German Level IV


    4 hrs (Offered on Demand)
    A continuation of GRMN 201  with emphasis on writing. Cultural and contemporary topics. This course is a transferIN course. 4 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GRMN 201 .
  
  • GRMN 211 - Intermediate German Readings I


    4 hrs (Offered on Demand)
    Short stories from modern literature, including works of authors Boll, Wolf, Lenz, Brecht. 3 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GRMN 201 .
  
  • GRMN 212 - Intermediate German Readings II


    3 hrs (Offered on Demand)
    Selections from classical literature include such authors as Lessing, Goethe, Schiller. 3 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GRMN 201 .
  
  • GRMN 217 - Intermediate Conversational German


    2 hrs (Offered on Demand)
    This course is designed to provide students at an intermediate level of proficiency additional listening and speaking practice in German. Conversation is coordinated with readings on cultural and contemporary topics. Students engage in dialogs and make short oral presentations. 2 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in GRMN 201 .
  
  • GRMN 230 - A Survey of German Civilization


    3 hrs (Offered on Demand)
    An overview of the civilization and culture of the Germanic peoples will be followed by an in-depth investigation (a topic of the student’s choice). 3 class hours.

    Writing Reading and Speaking Intensive Course

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 ; and have a grade of C or better in GRMN 201 .

Health Information Management

  
  • HIMT 100 - Introduction to Health Information Management


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    Introduces philosophy and ethical relationship of records. Reviews health care delivery system, analysis, organization and responsibilities of medical staff, numbering and filing systems, registers and accreditation organizations. 2 lecture hours, 3 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptance to the Health Information Management Program.
  
  • HIMT 110 - Medical Terminology for Allied Health


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course is designed to acquaint students with the specialized language of medicine by focusing on the precise communication required by practitioners in medicine (i.e., health information managers, physical therapists, nurses, surgical technologists, occupational therapists, respiratory care practitioners, dental hygienists, doctors, etc.) and related fields. After learning the word elements (prefixes, suffices, and combining forms), and being taught the correlation between word elements, abbreviations and symbols with the basic anatomy, physiology and disease processes of the human body, students will be able to quickly recognize medical word meanings and understand medical reports. This course is a transferIN course. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 011  or ENGL 079 .
  
  • HIMT 121 - Data Analysis


    1 hr (Sem II)
    Emphasizes acquiring basic knowledge and skills in health statistics and health data systems. Also emphasizes data analysis (descriptive statistics, basics of data presentations, etc) and preliminary electronic health record information. 3 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in HIMT 100  and HIMT 110 .
  
  • HIMT 130 - Medicolegal Aspects of Health Records


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Discusses concepts and principles of laws, discusses concepts and principals of ethics, health record as a legal document, confidential communication, consents, authorization release of information, privacy and security, and current trends in health legislation. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for placement into MATH 102  or MATH 103 , or higher; and qualify for ENGL 101 , or higher. 
  
  • HIMT 190 - Professional Practice I


    3 hrs (Summer I)
    Designed to provide hands-on experience at an affiliate facility in admissions, filing/numbering systems, discharge analysis, health statistics, tumor registry and release of information. 135 practicum hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in HIMT 121 , HIMT 130 , BIOL 111 , and BIOL 111L .
  
  • HIMT 200 - Health Care Coding I


    4 hrs (Sem I)
    Continues study of health records with emphasis on nomenclature, coding and indexing, sequencing of diagnoses and procedures, MS-DRG and prospective payment system, emphasis on ICD-10 coding and instruction on the rules for ICD-9 as a legacy system and for research purposes. 2 lecture hours, 6 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in HIMT 190 , BIOL 112  and BIOL 112L .
  
  • HIMT 204 - Health Care Coding II


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Advanced sequencing of diagnosis and procedures, coding principles as they apply to coding for prospective payment, and HCPCS coding principles will be discussed with emphasis on CPT coding. Students will acquire hands-on experience with outpatient chart and computer coding, plus reimbursement methodology. Intensive 8-week course preceding HIMT 240 . 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in HIMT 200 , HIMT 211 , HIMT 212 .
  
  • HIMT 206 - Medical Transcription I


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    This is a self-paced course that introduces the various forms in a basic medical office. Emphasis is placed on letters, instruments, lab reports, pharmacology, transcription career, resumes, etc. Recommend that student be able to demonstrate correct English usage, applying the rules of proper grammar, punctuation and style, using correct spelling and logical sentence structure. 3 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in or concurrent enrollment in HIMT 110 OADM 230 , ENGL 101 , BIOL 111  and BIOL 111L .
  
  • HIMT 207 - Medical Transcription II


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    The study of medical transcription with proficiency in using standard references, such as medical dictionaries and drug indexes. Utilizes taped dictation by doctors with emphasis on accuracy of the completed report (utilizing various software). 1 lecture hour, 6 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in or concurrent enrollment in HIMT 206 , ACCT 100 , and COMM 143 .
  
  • HIMT 211 - Clinical Quality Management


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    Emphasizes acquiring basic knowledge and skills in medical care evaluation, performance improvement techniques and research, utilization management, meaningful use, risk management, accreditation/licensure requirements, and corporate compliance. Also, emphasizes acquiring basic knowledge and skills in EHR (electronic health record - technology applications, database management, etc), PHR (personal health record), and data analysis (monitoring quality and accuracy of clinical data, documentation of improvement methods, etc). 2 lecture hours, 3 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in HIMT 190 .
  
  • HIMT 212 - Pharmacology for Allied Health


    1 hr (Sem I)
    This course covers general information about pharmacology (abbreviations, terminology, regulation and control) and the specific information about the medications used in each of the body systems. Also introduces fundamentals of machine transcription, and working knowledge of surgical terms and laboratory work. 1 lecture hour.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in HIMT 190 .
  
  • HIMT 220 - Reimbursement and Management Processes


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Intensive eight-week course preceding HIMT 240 . Includes discussion and practice of governmental and commercial reimbursements, health information management-personnel supervision, professional relations, current trends, and employment situations for graduates. Also covers topics of clinical document improvement (CDI); coding information from a data analysis perspective; auditing; and billing reconciliations. 3 lecture hours.

    Writing Reading and Speaking Intensive Course

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in HIMT 200 , HIMT 211 , and HIMT 212 .
  
  • HIMT 240 - Professional Practice II


    4 hrs (Sem II)
    Allows students to practice theoretical knowledge and skills in an extended field experience. Students are placed in health information management department of health care facility for 40 clinical education hours per week during the last seven weeks of the semester. 160 practicum hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in HIMT 204  and HIMT 220 .
  
  • HIMT 250 - Seminar in Health Information Management


    2 hrs (Sem II)
    This course is an in-depth review of the areas of concentration covered by the Health Information Management curriculum in preparation for the AHIMA Registered Health Information Technician Exam (RHIT). 2 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in HIMT 240 .

History

  
  • HIST 125 - History of American Technology


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course will examine the technological development of the modern world and especially emphasizes the United States. Emphasis will be given not only to the inventions themselves but the reasons why such technology was needed and what influence the technology has had on our society. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 011  or ENGL 079 , or higher.
  
  • HIST 131 - Survey of European History I


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    A survey of European history up to 1600, the development of ancient civilizations, the rise and fall of ancient empires, the origin and growth of the Christian church, politics and civilization of the Middle Ages, the Renaissance and Reformation. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • HIST 132 - Survey of European History II


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    A survey of European history dealing with Commercial Revolution; absolutism, the Enlightenment; the French Revolution; the industrial developments of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries; politics and wars of the twentieth century; and contemporary economics, social, and cultural change. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • HIST 139 - American History I


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    The colonial period; causes and results of the American Revolution; the development of the federal system of government; the growth of democracy; early popular American culture; territorial expansion; slavery and its effects; sectionalism; causes and effects of the Civil War; Reconstruction, political and economic. This course is a transferIN course. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 011  or ENGL 079 , or higher.
  
  • HIST 140 - American History II


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Industrial growth of the nation and its effects, agrarian and urban discontent and attempts at reform, World War I, the Roaring Twenties, social and governmental changes of the thirties, World War II and its consequences, the growth of the federal government, social and political upheaval in the sixties and seventies, and the conservatism of the eighties. This course is a transferIN course. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 011  or ENGL 079 , or higher.
  
  • HIST 155 - Survey of Architectural History


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course presents a survey of architectural history including various significant works dating from prehistoric times to the present. Students are introduced to the effects of cultural influences on the use, structure, and aesthetics of specific architectural works as well as recognized periods of history. 3 lecture hours.

    Writing Reading Intensive Course

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 .
  
  • HIST 164 - Introduction to Afro-American History


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    A survey of the origins and history of the Afro-American culture in the Americas from 1400 to present. Topics include African Tribal Culture, Arabic, English, Dutch, and American slave trade, the culture of slavery, the Abolitionist movement, the Civil Rights movement of the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s, Black Liberationism, and Afro-American culture at the millennium. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • HIST 230 - Special Topics in History


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    A study of special topics in history. Different topics or internships will be selected each semester for indepth studies by the student. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • HIST 232 - Indiana History


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    A study of the geographical features; prehistoric and historic Indians; the French and British periods; the American Revolution; the territorial period; formation of the state; immigration; Indiana’s part in the national wars; agricultural, commercial, and industrial development. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 011  or ENGL 079 , or higher.
  
  • HIST 235 - World Civilization I


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    The development of early civilizations of the Eastern Hemisphere, the civilizations of Greece and Rome, the rise and growth of Christianity and Islam, early Oriental history, medieval Europe, the Renaissance and Reformation, power politics and diplomacy, the expansion of Europe and its effect on various civilizations, scientific and intellectual developments to 1650. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 .
  
  • HIST 236 - World Civilization II


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Seventeenth Century absolutism, science and economics, the Enlightenment and the French Revolution; Romanticism, the Industrial Revolution; revolutions of the nineteenth century; colonialism and imperialism and their effects on under-developed areas; the prelude to World War I and the war itself; twentieth century world politics and the cold war; independence movements in Africa and Asia; recent social and cultural developments. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 .
  
  • HIST 240 - The History of Vietnam


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    The course will examine the historical cultural, social and political factors influencing events throughout the history of Vietnam. Topics will include the cultural background of Indochina, Vietnamese nationalism, French colonial policy, emergence of HoChi Minh, Vietnamese communist movement, U.S. involvement in Vietnam and Vietnam since unification. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • HIST 265 - History of the People of Japan


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    The course will focus on a survey of the History and Culture of the Japanese people from the Yamato Period approximately 500 AD to the present. Topics will include Early Japan, Chinese Rivalries, the Shogunate Period, the Meiji Restoration, the Russo-Japanese Wars, World War II, and Japan in the Modern World. 3 lecture hours.

    Writing Reading and Speaking Intensive Course

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 .

Health

  
  • HLTH 101 - Foundations of Health and Sports Medicine Professions


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    Designed to increase students’ awareness and knowledge of health and sports medicine career opportunities, as well as the education and training required for these careers. Emphasis will also be placed upon fundamental health, sports medicine and related medical terminology, and technical information used as tools in the related career areas. The foundations and philosophy of these areas of professional preparation will also be emphasized. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • HLTH 111 - Apprenticeship First Aid I


    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    This course covers basic first aid skills as required by the contracting industry. The American Red Cross First Aid Basics course is emphasized and represents the minimal guidelines for material coverage. 1 class hour.

    Prerequisite(s): For Associated Builders and Contractors Association Apprenticeship majors only.
  
  • HLTH 112 - Apprenticeship First Aid II


    1 hr (Sem I, II)
    This course covers basic adult CPR skills as required by the contracting industry. The American Red Cross or American Heart Association CPR course will be emphasized and represents minimal guidelines for material coverage. 1 class hour.

    Prerequisite(s): For Associated Builders and Contractors Association Apprenticeship Students only.
  
  • HLTH 201 - Personal Health Science


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Acquaints prospective teachers with basic personal health information and gives the student a basis for self-direction of health behavior. Emphasizes individual citizen and teacher responsibilities. Provides physiological and psychological basis for health attitudes and practices including drugs, family health, and other critical issues. 3 lecture hours.

    Writing Reading Intensive Course

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 011  or ENGL 079 .
  
  • HLTH 210 - Community Health and Wellness


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    An introduction to community health needs, resources, services and programs at the local, state, national and international levels; analysis of problems, consideration of solutions, and promotion of programs of prevention and wellness. 3 lecture hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Students must qualify for ENGL 101 .
  
  • HLTH 211 - First Aid


    2 hrs (Sem I, II)
    This course is designed to provide an introduction to basic first aid and emergency response procedures.  National standards for First Aid and CPR will be covered and represents the minimal course guidelines.  Students who qualify will receive certifications in adult, child, and infant CPR, AED, and First Aid Basics by one of the nationally accredited certifying agencies. This course is a transferIN course. 2 class hours.

  
  • HLTH 213 - Advanced First Aid


    3 hrs (Sem I, II)
    Instruction in advanced first aid skills and cognitive knowledge are provided in this course. Professional Rescuer Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation skills are emphasized. Successful students will have the opportunity to become certified by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons in First Aid and Professional Rescuer CPR. 3 class hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in HLTH 211 .

Horticulture Technology

  
  • HORT 105 - Introduction to Landscape Horticulture


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    An introductory course in landscape horticulture. Emphasis will be on the study of growth and development, nomenclature, propagation, soils, and fertility related to trees, shrubs, flowers and turf. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • HORT 150 - Integrated Pest Management


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Identification of major insect, disease, and weed pests of ornamental shrubs, trees and turf, and the pesticide chemicals and application equipment for their control. 2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours.

  
  • HORT 165 - Nursery and Garden Center Management


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    A study of the operation and management of capital and operating funds, plant materials, equipment, personnel and merchandising techniques required in nursery enterprises. 2 lecture hours, 3 laboratory hours.

    Speaking Intensive Course

  
  • HORT 175 - Applied Related Training


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Eight weeks of practical experience with a nursery, garden center, greenhouse, golf course, or other closely related business during second half of spring semester. Time arranged. A minimum of 320 practicum hours is required.

  
  • HORT 205 - Landscaping I: Landscape Design


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    Elementary principles of landscape drafting and elementary residential landscape planning. Emphasis on the selection of ornamental plants consistent with design and environmental requirements as well as presentation of the overall design. 2 lecture hours, 3 laboratory hours.

  
  • HORT 225 - Introduction to Dendrology: Trees and Shrubs of the Midwest


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    The class will be a fundamental introduction to the native trees and shrubs of the Midwest.  Using the morphological characters of the trees of the area, students will learn key attributes to identify trees and shrubs.  Learning will be in an assortment of activities including campus and local wood hikes, specimen study and collection, and field trips to areas of distinction. 2 lecture, 2 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 101 /BIOL 101L .
  
  • HORT 255 - Landscaping II: Landscape Management and Construction


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Correct landscape management practices of ornamental and woody landscape plants through pruning to maintain size, improve plant structure, and manage tree health, as well as understanding irrigation systems. Hands-on experience in installing, mulching, and maintaining trees and shrubs. Learn construction details on installing hardscapes. 2 lecture hours, 3 laboratory hours.

    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in HORT 205 .
  
  • HORT 270 - Arboriculture


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    This course focuses on the growth and care of shade trees, and the procedures and equipment involved in their maintenance. Existing industry standards as OSHA Safety, ANSI planting, pruning, fertilization, cabling, bracing, lightning protection will be covered. A computerized tree inventory will be made by each student. 2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours.

    Writing Reading Intensive Course


Hotel and Motel Management

  
  • HOTL 120 - Front Office Management


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    The principles required to organize, operate and manage a front office in a hotel or motel. Also included are night audit and financial considerations of the front office operations. Guest needs, salesmanship and procedures used in different types of operations are included. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • HOTL 135 - Introduction to Tourism Management


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    This course introduces the student to tourism management using a system approach that integrates a variety of hospitality and travel organizations and businesses.  It focuses on the understanding of tourism from the perspectives of travelers and destinations, while identifying tourism’s economic, socio-cultural, and environmental impacts on communities. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • HOTL 145 - Introduction to Events and the Meeting Planning Industry


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    This course will provide students with a comprehensive overview of the meetings, expositions, events, and conventions industry (MEEC).  Topics will include the supply and demand side of MEEC management, the basic planning process needed for any event or meeting, sustainability, business ethics, and keeping pace with current industry trends.  Information provided from meeting planning professionals via video and/or guest lectures from event and meeting planners will reinforce the learning outcomes.  The class will provide students with the fundamentals of the MEEC industry.  Students will understand the necessary skills and abilities required to be a successful event professional, and the tasks and activities involved in producing a meeting or event. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • HOTL 150 - Housekeeping and Maintenance Management


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    Management principles applicable to duties and responsibilities of housekeeping and maintenance departments. Housekeeping topics include room management, linen control, laundry facilities and scheduling. Maintenance topics include upkeep of hotel plant, sanitation, energy and conservation. Also discusses supervision of employees relative to these departments. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • HOTL 200 - Hotel and Restaurant Food Operations


    5 hrs (Sem I)
    This is a hands-on course in basic food preparation. Preparation and presentation of soups, sauces, vegetables, entrees and salads using a variety of cooking and preparation techniques will be covered. Professionalism in chef presentation and behaviors will be stressed. 7 class hours.

  
  • HOTL 210 - Hotel Conventions and Marketing


    3 hrs (Sem I)
    A course emphasizing organizing, arranging and operating conventions, trade shows and concessions. Sales and marketing departments and their functions will be covered. Identification of the convention market and application of proper sales and marketing management techniques are included. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • HOTL 230 - Hospitality Budgeting, Forecasting, and Cost Controls


    3 hrs (Sem II)
    A course devoted to the financial considerations of the hotel/restaurant operation. A study of profit and loss, financial statements, revenue and cost analysis, audits, and basic hotel/restaurant accounting will be included. Uniform system of accounts, budgeting and forecasting of costs and revenues, and cost controls will be covered. 3 lecture hours.

  
  • HOTL 240 - Hospitality Security


    1 hr (Sem II)
    This course is designed to make the student aware of the necessity of security in the revenue producing as well as the non-revenue producing areas of the hotel and restaurant. An emphasis will be placed on the security and safety of guests and their possessions. Other topics will include parking, swimming pools, recreation areas, and other public areas. 1 lecture hour.

  
  • HOTL 241 - Hospitality Customer Services


    1 hr (Sem II)
    This course is designed to help students understand the importance of the interaction between hospitality employees and guests. Quality service standards, service audit systems, and customer/employee feedback systems will be discussed. 1 lecture hour.

  
  • HOTL 242 - Dining Room Management


    1 hr (Sem II)
    This course is designed to provide food service management students a thorough knowledge of table service, dining room set-up, server stations, and wait-staff equipment. The qualities of a professional server and the creation of successful mise en place will be discussed. 1 lecture hour.

 

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