Spring 2021 Course Syllabus Course: HITT-1303- Section: 71 Medical Terminology I

Instructor Information
Instructor	Tonya Harbert
E-mail	keithtj@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6501
Office	Location: Umphrey Industrial Technology Center - Room: 201H Hours: By Appointment: Tuesday 9-11; Wednesday & Thursday 8:30-12:30
COVID 19 Information	The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Course Information
Description	A continuation of the study of medical terms through word origin and structure. Introduction to abbreviations and symbols, surgical and diagnostic procedures, and medical specialties.
Prerequisites	HITT 1305 Medical Terminology I
Learning Outcomes	Identify, pronounce, and spell medical terms; use terms in context; utilize prefixes, suffixes, root words, and plurals to construct medical terms; analyze medical terms; translate abbreviations; and interpret symbols.
Core Objectives
Program Student Learning Outcomes	Identify, pronounce, and spell medical terms. Translate and interpret health abbreviations and symbols. Utilize medical software applications. Extract information from health records for appropriate code validation. Sequence codes according to established guidelines and standards. Analyze current health care trends.
Textbooks	Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. Access Code purchased directly through Caduceus. PURCHASE YOUR COURSE MATERIAL USING A LINK ON BLACKBOARD. (Go to the Week 1 Folder, Open the Assignments folder, Click on Chapter 1.) *** Students using financial aide to pay for books, or waiting until payday, can continue the checkout process on day 1. Click the deferment option and complete the form to defer payment until financial aide is awarded. Log into your course to complete the required course lectures, Self-tests and flash cards using assignment links on your course through Blackboard. ALWAYS CONTACT TECHNICAL SUPPORT IMMEDIATELY IF YOU HAVE ISSUES WITH THE COURSE. They will keep me up-to-date with unresolved issues. Technical Support contact: support@cipcourses.com or Toll Free 866-280-2900 M-F 8am-5pm EST. FAQ: https://www.cipcourses.com/support/ Contact Us: https://www.cipcourses.com/contact/
Lecture Topics Outline	The Basics of Medical Terminology Body, Diagnosis, Equipment, Instruments, and Treatment Integrated Medicine Musculo/skeletal System Nervous System and Special Senses Circulatory (Cardio/vascular) System Respiratory System Integumentary (Skin) System Digestive System Urinary System, Uro/genital System Reproductive Systems & Sexually Transmitted Infections Endocrine System
Major Assignments Schedule	Week 1: Set-up, Introduction, Chp. 1 Overview of Interactive Textbook. Chp.2 The Basics of Medical Terminology Quiz (Due by 01/27) Week 2: Chp. 3 Body, Diagnosis, Equipment, Instruments, and Treatment (Due by 02/03) Week 3: Chp. 4 Integrated Medicine (Due by 02/10) Week 4: EXAM 1, Chp. 6 Musculo/skeletal System (Due by 02/17) Week 5: Chp. 7 Nervous System and Special Senses (Due by 02/24) Week 6: Chp. 8 Circulatory (Cardio/vascular) System (Due by 03/03) Week 7: Chp. 9 Respiratory System (Due by 03/10) Week 8: Chp. 10 Integumentary (Skin) System (Due by 03/24) Week 9: SPRING BREAK Week 10: Chp. 11 Integumentary (Skin) System (Due by 03/31) Week 11: EXAM 2 (Due by 4/07); *Good Friday is April 02; Easter is April 04 Week 12: Chp. 12 Urinary System, Uro/genital System (Due by 04/14) Week 13: Chp. 13 Reproductive Systems & Sexually Transmitted Infections (Due by 04/21) Week 14: Chp. 14 Endocrine System (Due by 04/28) Week 15: EXAM 3 (Due by 05/05) Week 16: Comprehensive Final Exam (Due by 05/10) *** Changes may be made to course work, due dates, etc. Instructor reserves the right to add or change assignments during semester if deemed necessary. Late work will result in a -30 point deduction to your grade. Late work will only be accepted for 2 days after the due date. TURN WORK IN ON TIME AS POSTED IN THE COURSE OR AS OUTLINED BY INSTRUCTOR'S VERBAL OR WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS.
Final Exam Date	May 6, 2021 - 8:0 AM   Through  May 10, 2021 - 11:59 PM
Grading Scale	90 - 100 = A 80 - 89 = B 70 - 79 = C 60 - 69 = D Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	EXAMS = 40% Quizzes = 25% Assignments/Discussions/Participation 25% FINAL EXAM 10% ASSESSMENT METHODS & GRADING POLICY * Students should keep a record of their grades/average. Instructor(s) will not average grades for students. The instructor will not drop grades. *Instructor will copy grades weekly from the Caduceus platform to the Blackboard platform. * Each module focuses on specific learning outcomes. However, some activities in the course may be used to enhance learning and may not be graded. Student learning will be assessed with assignments, quizzes, discussions, exams, etc. throughout the course. * Due dates are posted each week for course work. * Instructions and grading information will be posted on the course site for each assignment. * Instructor will not drop grades. ASSIGNMENTS * Late assignments are accepted for 2 days after the due date with -30 point deduction. * After the second day, assignments are closed and will be unavailable to view and complete. The assignment will receive a grade of zero (0). QUIZZES * NO MAKE-UP QUIZZES. Quizzes will be give weekly for each chapter. If a student misses a quiz, the grade is recorded as a zero (0). After quizzes are closed, you cannot make-up a quiz. EXAMS * NO MAKE-UP EXAMS. If a student should miss an exam, at the end of the semester, the instructor will average all exam grades [including the zero(s)] to replace the zero for the missed exam. (The final exam will not be calculated in this average.) EXAMPLE: 4 test grades: 100, 100, 0, 80 = 280; 280/4= 70; 70 will go in the place of the zero.; Test grades are now 100, 100, 70,80 * THE FINAL EXAM ACCOUNTS FOR 10% OF THE COURSE AVERAGE. The FINAL EXAM will be comprehensive. ALL STUDENTS MUST TAKE THE FINAL EXAM on the scheduled date and time, and failure to do so will result in a zero on the final exam. * Academic dishonesty will result in a zero on any academic work or exam in question; a second incidence of academic dishonesty on any academic work or exam in question will result in the student being given an "F" for the course.
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	ALL CLASSES: * Every student MUST have a copy of the required material by the second week of class. The student will still be responsible for any assignments given. *Payment deferment options - free trials are available. * Assignments and due dates are posted weekly in your course. Check your calendar; check the announcements; check your email; and check the To-Do List. * Students are responsible for being prepared for class. The student is responsible for completing all assigned homework, including reading assignments, and doing so by required due dates. * STUDENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLETING ALL ASSIGNED READING. Read over chapters PRIOR to class even if reading was not assigned. * STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO FOLLOW WRITTEN and/or ORAL INSTRUCTIONS. It is important to follow all directions. A failure to follow written and/or oral instructions will result in penalties. *** DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE TO COMPLETE CLASSWORK AND EXAMS. *** * COMPUTER FAILURE AND LACK OF INTERNET ACCESS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE EXCUSES FOR MISSED ASSIGNMENTS, PROJECTS, QUIZZES, EXAMS, ETC. * We cannot control weather conditions, power outages, etc. Students should complete classwork as soon as possible so due dates are not missed. * PLEASE.... Do NOT wait until the last weeks of class to discuss your grades with your instructor. * If you are having issues with the class, the material covered, or have any other issues, please contact the instructor as soon as possible. * If you would like to discuss your grades, contact the instructor to meet in person. (Instructor will speak to the student only.)
Attendance Policy	* Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between attendance and college success. Students with more than three absences from the course will receive an academic penalty. * Poor attendance is a leading reason for termination from a job in all areas of employment. With this factor in mind, the instructor monitors student course activity weekly. * Class participation is required. It is important to be active within the course. * Students are expected to log in to Blackboard a minimum of three times per week. * Students are expected to check e-mail a minimum of three times per week.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
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Other	METHODS OF PRESENTATION: Several methods of presentation may be used in class and may include any of the following: Lecture (through PowerPoint slides, interactive notes, video, or audio sources) Computer Assisted Learning (publisher websites) Lab Exercises Internet SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS: The student is required to have all required software, e-books, key codes, etc. needed for class to complete required readings, work, etc. Reliable Internet access is required for all online courses. You may use the open lab provided in the Gates Memorial Library. COMPUTER FAILURE AND LACK OF INTERNET ACCESS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE EXCUSES FOR MISSED ASSIGNMENTS, PROJECTS, QUIZZES, EXAMS, ETC. WITHDRAWAL POLICY * If a student decides to withdraw, he or she should also verify that the withdrawal is submitted before the final withdrawal date. * It is the responsibility of each student to ensure that his or her name is removed from the roll should he or she decide to withdraw from the class. * The student is also strongly encouraged to retain their copy of the withdrawal form for their records. * The student is required to turn in any equipment or items that belong to the department. Failure to do so may compromise their standing with LSCPA. * State law permits students to withdraw from no more than six courses during their entire undergraduate career at Texas public colleges or universities. With certain exceptions, all course withdrawals automatically count towards this limit. Details regarding this policy can be found in the LSCPA college catalog. E-Mail/Voice Mail Etiquette: * Students must use appropriate e-mail etiquette when corresponding with instructor; for example, complete sentences and a full subject line with your name/course name. * Voice mail messages should be clearly spoken identifying student's name, course, and any return phone number. *Exceptions and/or changes may be made to information in this syllabus at the instructors discretion.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Department	Business and Industrial Technology Chair: Sheila Guillot E-mail: guillsr@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6381 If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.