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ENGL 397 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ENGL 101; Minimum grade C-
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ENGL 406 - WRITING TUTORIAL
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ENGL 104 and permission of the instructor
The student undertakes and completes a substantial writing project under the direction of a full-time faculty member in English or communication.
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ENGL 411 - PRACT: TEACHING/ASSESSMNT WRTG
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: Admission to the teacher education program, Permission of the Instructor
This course is designed for prospective writing teachers. The
students learn strategies for teaching and assessing writing and do
research on writing instruction. Students serve as teaching
assistants in a college-level writing class, where they are
mentored by an English professor.
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ENGL 491 - LITERARY MAGAZINE INTERNSHIP
Credits: Variable between 1 and 3
Prerequisite: Students must apply to and interview with Magnolia’s faculty advisor.
Each spring, five to seven students are selected to be on the
editorial staff of the Maryville literary magazine, Magnolia.
Students who can edit, proofread, design graphics, do layout and
other design work, and plan public relations and advertising
campaigns are invited to apply. Interested students from all majors
are eligible. The entire staff of the magazine works together to
decide the written and artistic content of the magazine.
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ENGL 493 - CO-OP
Credits: Variable between 1 and 6
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ENGL 496 - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
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ENGL 497 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ENGL 101; Minimum grade C-
These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty. For more information and a listing of current offerings, please see additional descriptions at www.maryville.edu/specialstudies.
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ENGL 498 - SEMINAR: LANGUAGE STUDY
Credits: Variable between 3 and 5
Prerequisite: ENGL 104; Minimum grade C-
This course introduces the student to the study of the English
language as a cultural subject, as a means to understanding how
usage changes, how vocabulary changes, how orthography changes, and
how these changes are effected. The history of the English language
will also be studied along with the various linguistic influences
impacting its development. Along with the historical study, the
class will consider the development of English grammar and
punctuation.
Note: English majors may take this course as a capstone course.
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ENGL 499 - INTERNSHIP
Credits: Variable between 1 and 6
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor
Note: Up to six credits in ENGL 499 may be counted toward an English major.
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ENGL 503 - READING & WRITING POETRY
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ENGL 101, ENGL 104 or ENGL 204H
The principal aim of this course is to develop in students a love
for the art and craft of poetry. Students read, write, and
interpret poetry orally. Elements of prosody are covered and oral
performance is stressed.
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ENGL 507 - CREATIVE WRITING
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ENGL 104
Cross-listed: See ENGL 307
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ENGL 508 - MINORITY VOICES IN AMERICAN LIT
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ENGL 101; Minimum grade C-
Students develop an appreciation of the literary contributions of
minority Americans, primarily of Chinese, African, Puerto Rican,
Japanese, Mexican, and Native American heritage.
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ENGL 597 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty. For more information and a listing of current offerings, please see additional descriptons at www.maryville.edu/specialstudies.
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ENV 112 - ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
Credits: Three
An introduction to the ecological principles that underlie environmental science and natural resource conservation, students examine the environment as the context for human activities; discussion of the human effects on ecosystems.
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ENV 125 - OSHA HAZWOPER
Credits: Three
This course provides the student with a working knowledge of the
Federal Occupational Safety, and Health Administration guidelines
for dealing with various types of hazardous materials. The course
is an introduction to Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency
Response and meets or exceeds the 40 hours of classroom preparation
required for certification under Federal Statue 29 CFR 1910.120.
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ENV 297 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Three
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ENV 375 - STRATEGIES IN SUSTAINABILITY
Credits: Three
Students discuss approaches to planning and thoughtful use of
natural resources with an emphasis on energy conservation,
pollution control, reduction of solid and toxic waste and
maintaining biodiversity. Also considered are ways that the impacts
of human societies can be reduced in the present and future.
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ENV 427 - HAZARD WASTE/ENV HEALTH
Credits: Three
This course surveys various types of hazardous wastes, their
movements in waste streams, fates of toxic materials and methods of
abatement. Students also discuss the acute and chronic effects on
human health of various forms of pollutants and the relative risks
for individuals in the workplace and for society in general.
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ENV 460 - ENV LAW AND POLICY
Credits: Three
This course surveys local, state and federal laws regulating air
and water pollution as well as the use of pesticides and hazardous
materials. State and federal laws and policies for protecting
natural resources and relating to the development of environmental
standards and environmental impact statements also are examined.
Cross-listed: See LEGL 460
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ENV 497 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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ENV 498 - ADVANCED TOPICS SEMINAR
Credits: Two
This seminar provides students an opportunity for advanced inquiry
into topics of environmental interest and importance, and
development of skills in technical and professional reading.
Cross-listed: See BIOL 498, CHEM 498, SCI 498
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ENV 499 - ENVIRONMENTAL INTERNSHIP
Credits: Three
Students are supervised in fieldwork dealing with environmental problems. Partnerships exist with local, state and federal agencies to provide environmental learning opportunities and experiences.
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ESL 100 - Intensive English
Credits: Three (3)
This course includes intensive practice focused on improving TOEFL scores in addition to developing language skills. Attention is also given to the skills needed to succeed in an American college classroom. This course is offered only for non-native speakers. Placement in ESL classes is based on the student’s score on the TOEFL or IELTS.
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ESL 101 - Listening and Speaking
Credits: Four (4)
This course develops students’ ability to make oral presentations, retell stories, participate in face-to-face conversations, and identify the main ideas and factual information in level-appropriate listening passages. Students meet weekly with a tutor for one hour of conversation practice. This course is offered only for non-native speakers. Placement in ESL classes is based on the student’s score on the TOEFL or IELTS.
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ESL 102 - Reading for College
Credits: Three (3)
This course focuses on improving reading comprehension and on increasing vocabulary. Students will learn to identify the main point in a variety of academic texts and to recognize supporting details. Summarizing and drawing conclusions from readings will also be emphasized. This course is offered only for non-native speakers. Placement in ESL classes is based on the student’s score on the TOEFL or IELTS.
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ESL 103 - Writing and Research
Credits: Three (3)
This course focuses on writing multiple-paragraph compositions that demonstrate organization of ideas, use of a thesis statement, and support of ideas. Skills required for academic writing are emphasized. The course includes an introduction to skills for academic research. This course is offered only for non-native speakers. Placement in ESL classes is based on the students score on the TOEFL or IELTS.
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ESL 104 - Intensive ESL
Credits: Three (3)
This course includes intensive practice focused on improving TOEFL scores in addition to developing language skills. Attention is also given to the skills needed to succeed in an American college classroom. This course is offered only for non-native English speakers. Placement in ESL classes is based on the students score on the TOEFL or IELTS.
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ESL 105 - Listening and Speaking
Credits: Four (4)
This course develops students’ ability to make oral presentations, retell stories, participate in face-to-face conversations, and identify the main ideas and factual information in level-appropriate listening passages. This course is offered only for non-native English speakers. Placement in ESL classes is based on the student’s score on the TOEFL or IELTS.
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ESL 106 - Reading for College
Credits: Three (3)
This course focuses on improving reading comprehension and on increasing vocabulary. Students will learn to identify the main point in a variety of academic texts and to recognize supporting details. Summarizing and drawing conclusions from readings will also be emphasized. This course is offered only for non-native English speakers. Placement in ESL classes is based on the students score on the TOEFL or IELTS.
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ESL 107 - Writing and Research
Credits: Three (3)
This course focuses on writing multiple-paragraph compositions that demonstrate organization of ideas, use of a thesis statement, and support of ideas. Skills required for academic writing are emphasized. The course includes an introduction to skills for academic research. This course is offered only for non-native English speakers. Placement in ESL classes is based on the students score on the TOEFL or IELTS.
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ESL 108 - Intensive ESL
Credits: Three (3)
This course is designed for international students preparing to begin a degree program. It includes intensive practice focused on improving TOEFL scores in addition to developing language skills. Attention is also given to the skills needed to succeed in an American college classroom. This course is offered only for non-native English speakers. Placement in ESL classes is based on the students score on the TOEFL or IELTS.
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ESL 109 - Listening and Speaking
Credits: Four (4)
This course focuses on developing students’ listening comprehension and presentation skills. Students will understand main ideas and specific details of conversations on academic and general interest topics; take notes while listening and summarize the information orally; produce oral summaries of written material; give presentations on topics of general interest; participate in and orally summarize the outcome of group discussions; and develop an ability to support opinions and explain ideas in detail. This course is offered only for non-native English speakers. Placement in ESL classes is based on the students score on the TOEFL or IELTS.
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ESL 110 - Academic Reading
Credits: Three (3)
This course focuses on improving reading comprehension and increasing vocabulary. Students work on improving their comprehension of material drawn from a variety of academic subject areas. Critical thinking and active reading strategies are emphasized. This course is offered only for non-native English speakers. Placement in ESL classes is based on the students score on the TOEFL or IELTS.
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ESL 111 - Writing and Research
Credits: Three (3)
This course focuses on the skills needed for writing academic reports and essays and on demonstrating comprehension through written responses. The course introduces students to research skills for academic writing. Students will write a series of essays that incorporate research. This course is offered only for non-native English speakers. Placement in ESL classes is based on the students score on the TOEFL or IELTS.
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ESL 112 - Intensive ESL Grammar
Credits: Three (3)
In this grammar course students develop their knowledge of the form, meaning, and correct use of grammatical structures. Students will review verb tenses related to present, past, and future time frames. They will also study the grammatical uses and forms of nouns, pronouns, adverbs, articles, comparisons, modals, questions, and clauses.
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ESL 297 - Special Studies - Intensive ESL
Credits: Three (3)
The primary emphasis of this course will be on improving written skills in English. Students will also participate in class activities to enhance speaking, listening, and reading skills as needed. This course is offered for International Students only and does not satisfy General Education requirements.
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FIN 215 - PERSONAL FINANCE
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: MATH 116 OR ANY MATH COURSE HIGHER THAN MATH-116
Studies the basic analytical tools needed for personal financial planning and decision making. Topics covered will include the monitoring and management of personal finances, protection of financial resources, financial investment and growth, and long-term financial planning.
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FIN 312 - PRINCIPLES OF FINANCE
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ACCT 210, MATH 141 or ISYS 241
Students examine basic financial management of business firms: a) procurement, b) allocation and c) control of funds; corporate financial behavior; financial instruments and markets; and the analysis and interpretation of investment and profit performance.
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FIN 319 - FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Take Econ-201
This course examines the functions and practices of the major types of financial institutions in our economy. Students will understand the basic operations of - and issues surrounding - commercial banks, thrifts, insurance companies, mutual funds, pension funds, finance companies, venture capital firms, investment banks, and brokerage firms. Students will also learn the basic functions of the Federal Reserve System.
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FIN 350 - SURVEY OF CAREERS IN FINANCE
Credits: One
This course will expose students to various careers in financial services, including corporate finance, commercial banking, investment banking, financial advising, money management, insurance, operations support, compliance, etc., for those trying to choose a career path.
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FIN 351 - SUCCEEDING AS A FINANCIAL ADVISOR
Credits: One
This course is intended to provide prospective and new financial advisors with the perspective required to be a better decision maker and to avoid some of the most common pitfalls of new advisors.
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FIN 352 - INVESTMENT BANKING
Credits: One
This course is an in-depth look at raising capital on Wall Street through investment banking. Students will learn to distinguish between primary and secondary markets, equity issues, bond issues, IPOs, private placements, and careers in investment banking.
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FIN 370 - INTERMEDIATE FINANCE
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Take FIN-312.
This is an advanced course in financial management of corporations. Topics include valuation techniques, risk and capital budgeting, capital markets, investment banking, long term debt and lease financing, common and preferred stock financing, dividend policy and retained earnings and international financial management. Emphasis will be put on current events in finance and the relationship between finance and the economy.
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FIN 415 - SECURITIES ANALYSIS/INVESTMENT TECHNIQUES
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: FIN 312
Students are introduced to financial investment alternatives, security markets, analytical techniques and portfolio management theories.
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FIN 420 - SPORT FINANCE
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: FIN 312
This course explores contemporary examples from marketing sponsorship, facility construction and sport law to illustrate the crucial role that money plays in any sport business. Emphasis is placed on understanding how the receipt, disbursement and utilization of funds can foster future growth in the sport businesses. The course will deal with such issues as sports financial analysis, capital structuring and capital budgeting, profitable distribution systems and the management of financial risk.
Cross-listed: See SPTM 420
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FIN 421 - PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: FIN 415
A study of the practical management of portfolios containing varied financial assets, the course examines the issues in, and the procedures for, portfolio management. The emphasis is on personal portfolio management by individual investors. The course assumes a basic knowledge of securities and personal financial planning.
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FIN 430 - MONEY AND BANKING
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: Take ECON-201; ECON-202.
This course helps students understand the functions of money and the financial system in the economy. Students will analyze interest rates and the applications of the time-value-of-money concept. They will learn the basics of central banking and the Federal Reserve System. After taking this course, students will understand the workings of the financial system and the goals and limitations of monetary policy; they will have a more informed perspective on the various issues surrounding money, banking, and government policies related to money and banking.
Cross-listed: ECON-430
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FIN 450 - FINANCIAL PLANNING
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Take FIN-215.
This course involves the study of financial planning and the process involved in helping clients determine and meet their financial objectives. Investment strategies and wealth management will be considered along with retirement planning and the transfer of an individual’s estate after death.
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FIN 491 - FINANCE SENIOR EXPERIENCE
Credits: 3
Students will gain experience as an intern or will participate in a specialized finance project which relates directly to their career choice in finance. Emphasis will be put on current events in the field of finance.
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FIN 496 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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FIN 621 - PORTFOLIO ANALYSIS
Credits: Three
The practical management of portfolios containing varied financial
assets. This course examines the issues in, and the procedures for,
portfolio management. There is an emphasis on personal portfolio
management by individual investors.
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FIN 630 - CORP FINANCIAL POLICIES
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: ACCT 610
Students examine areas of concern for financial managers: the
financial analysis of the firm, including ratio analysis and fixed
and variable cost analysis.
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FPAR 205H - WRITING/PERFORM A 10-MINUTE PLAY
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: Membership Bascom Honors Program
“The lunatic, the lover and the poet are of imagination all
compact.” Add the playwright and the actor to Shakespeare’s list.
In this course, student playwrights mine imagination and experience
for characters and plots they then polish on stage. Students write
three plays and act in one or more plays in each of two public
performances. Through acting exercises, they sharpen their
performance skills and find inspiration for plots and characters.
“In a minute there is time for decisions and revisions which a
minute will reverse.” And 10 minutes, lovingly crafted and gamely
acted, puts on stage all this “little O, the earth.” Read some of
the 10-minute plays students have written at
http://accweb.itr.maryville.edu/schwartz/10-minute
%20play%20scripts.htm
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FPAR 205H - WRITING/PERFORMING THE 10-MINUTE PLAY
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors Program
“The lunatic, the lover and the poet are of imagination all compact.” Add the playwright and the actor to Shakespeare’s list. In this course, student playwrights mine imagination and experience for characters and plots they then polish on stage. Students write three plays and act in one or more plays in each of two public performances. Through acting exercises, they sharpen their performance skills and find inspiration for plots and characters. “In a minute there is time for decisions and revisions which a minute will reverse.” And 10 minutes, lovingly crafted and gamely acted, puts on stage all this “little O, the earth.” Read some of the 10-minute plays students have written at http://accweb.itr.maryville.edu/schwartz/10-minute%20play%20scripts.htm
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FPAR 206H - CULTURAL STUDIES OF ROCK’N’ROLL
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: Membership Bascom Honors Program
This course will explore rock & roll’s origins, contexts,
images, lyrics, and the music itself. Students will consider how
the music creates meaning and what the relationship of rock &
roll is to American culture and history.
Cross-listed: See HUM 206H
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FPAR 210 - PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP I
Credits: Three
A course designed for people who desire experience for public presentations and/or performances. Various strategies will be employed including acting, oral interpretation, mime and improvisation.
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FPAR 211 - PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP II
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: FPAR 210 or Permission of Instructor
This course continues the individual and group performance work of
FPAR 210.
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FPAR 297 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
Prerequisite: Program Director Approval
These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty. For more information and a listing of current offerings, please see additional descriptions at www.maryville.edu/specialstudies.
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FPAR 497 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Variable between 3 and 4
Prerequisite: Program Director Approval
These courses are offered periodically based on the interests of our students and faculty. For more information and a listing of current offerings, please see additional descriptions at www.maryville.edu/specialstudies.
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FREN 101 - ELEMENTARY FRENCH
Credits: Three
This course introduces structures of French with emphasis on basic
grammar and colloquial language.
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FREN 102 - ELEMENTARY FRENCH II
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: FREN 101
This course reviews basic grammar and conversation with emphasis on
composition, reading and speaking French.
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FRSC 119 - MURDER TO TRIAL
Credits: Three
This course introduces students to the
interrelationship between the investigation of a
crime, the process of forensic evidence and the
use of that evidence at trial. Students will be
taken to a mock crime scene where they will learn
through experience as they collect evidence they
will process in the lab and conclude with a mock
trial.
Cross-listed: CRIM/LEGL
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FRSC 151 - INTRODUCTION TO FORENSIC SCIENCE
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: CHEM 103
Corequisite: FRSC 151L
Introductory course that highlights all aspects of forensics as an umbrella of the work associated in the forensic process. The course will introduce topics such as ethics, observing and obtaining physical evidence, as well as a survey of the techniques and instrumentation (chromatography, spectrophotometry, mass spectrometry, atomic absorption spectrophotometry, scanning electron microscopy, immunoassay techniques, polymerase chain reaction, spatter patterns, digital imaging, document examining, and electronic data collection and storage) used in the analysis of physical evidence (organic and inorganic materials, soil, glass, body fluids, hair, fibers, paint, DNA, bloodstains and patterns, arson evidence, fingerprints, explosive residue, tool marks, documents, and computer and internet evidence).
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FRSC 151L - REQUIRED LAB - FRSC 151
Credits: Zero
Corequisite: FRSC 151
Introductory laboratory experience that accompanies Introduction to Forensic Science
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FRSC 250 - INTRO TO FORENSIC INVESTIGATIONS
Credits: Four
Corequisite: FRSC 250L
Forensic science investigation is a multifaceted approach in explaining death investigation, violent crimes, white-collar and cyber crimes. This course covers the functions of scientists, agents from law enforcement, prosecuting and defense attorneys, judges and the media in criminal apprehension and prosecution. Ethical proprieties are the backbone of conducting and implementing applications in the forensic science discipline. Detection, collection and maintaining the integrity of the crime scene are covered as practical applications to criminal and legal methodologies of criminal investigations.
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FRSC 250L - REQUIRED LAB - FRSC 250
Credits: Zero
Corequisite: FRSC 250
Introductory laboratory experience that accompanies Introduction to Forensic Investigations.
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FRSC 260 - INTRO TO GROSS ANATOMY
Credits: Four
Corequisite: FRSC 260L
This course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to expand their knowledge of the human body using the human cadaver. A systems approach will provide students with a thorough critical analysis of the following general topics: the musculoskeletal system, cardiovascular system, respiratory system, digestive system, nervous system, urinary system, and reproductive system. Basic factual information will be covered with a major emphasis on application of this knowedge through dissection in the laboratory.
Cross-listed: BIOL 250
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FRSC 260L - REQUIRED LAB - FRSC 260
Credits: Zero
Corequisite: FRSC 260
Laboratory experience that accompanies Introduction to Gross Anatomy
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FRSC 303 - FORENSIC BIOLOGY
Credits: Four
Corequisite: FRSC 303L
This course covers biological evidence and techniques used in forensic science. Concepts and application of serology and molecular biology techniques to analyze biological evidence collected during criminal investigations, including polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and other RNA/DNA techniques.
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FRSC 303L - REQUIRED LAB - FRSC 303
Credits: Zero
Corequisite: FRSC 303
Laboratory experience that accompanies Forensic Biology.
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FRSC 311 - FORENSIC CHEMISTRY
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: CHEM 204, CHEM 353
Corequisite: FRSC 311L
This course focuses on the analytical and instrumental methods used in the forensic sciences with a particular emphasis on the analysis and characterization of trace evidence, to include separations, mass spectrometry, and atomic/molecular spectroscopy.
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FRSC 311L - REQUIRED LAB - FRSC 311
Credits: Zero
Corequisite: FRSC 311
Laboratory experience that accompanies Forensic Chemistry.
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FRSC 350 - EVIDENCE
Credits: Three
Students will be introduced to the rules of evidence and learn investigation skills including interviewing the client and witnesses. Students will also be exposed to the formal discovery process. We will cover relevance, hearsay, exceptions to hearsay, and opinion testimony. Students will learn how certain types of evidence are collected and steps involved in the processing of evidence.
Cross-listed: LEGL 350
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GEOG 101 - WORLD REGIONAL GEOGRAPHY
Credits: Three
Using maps, students explore physical geography and its relationship to cultures, governments and economies of the worlds different regions.
Cross-listed: See SCI 101
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GEOG 200H - MYTHS AND FOLKLORE OF N. AMERICA
Credits: Four
Prerequisite: Membership in Bascom Honors program
Americans don’t have to worry about Zeus, Apollo and Wotan
thundering through the skies The class will study theories and
research of personality development in the elderly, factors
influencing coping and adjust the Old World. This class explores
the different facets of American mythology and folklore, including
Native American tales, mythical heroes, historical figures, African
influences, cowboys, ghost stories, tall tales and urban legends
and discusses what our mythology and folklore tells us about
ourselves, our history and the meaning of life.
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GEOG 297 - SPECIAL STUDIES
Credits: Variable between 1 and 4
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GEOG 301 - PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY
Credits: Three
Students are introduced to the earth as a planet with continents, oceans, atmospheres, landforms, climate, vegetation and soils.
Cross-listed: See SCI 301
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HCPM 100 - INTRODUCTION TO HEALTHCARE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT – Part 1
Credits: Three
This course lays the foundation of the healthcare system as it relates to healthcare practice management. It focuses on the history, evolution, and development of the present American health care system including the role of the various health care providers.
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HCPM 101 - INTRODUCTION TO HEALTHCARE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT – Part 2
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: HCPM 100
This course offers an overview of practice management principles and functions within ambulatory healthcare settings and organizations. Topics include business operations, care systems, and organizational dynamics and leadership.
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HCPM 210 - PROFESSIONALISM AND COMMUNICATIONS IN THE HEALTHCARE SETTING
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: HCPM 100
A course in professional standards for practice managers. Participants in this course will gain knowledge of how to effectively communicate within healthcare settings. Consideration will be giving to understanding the range of stakeholders in healthcare settings, the impact of social media, how to effectively communicate with patients and families, and the role of communicating for purpose and policy change. Students will develop personal communication skills and gain understanding of the importance of collaborative problem-solving, cultural sensitivity, and the need for continuous learning through presentations, case studies and written assignments.
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HCPM 211 - – BUSINESS OPERATIONS: HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: HCPM 101
This course applies a systems/process improvement approach to studying healthcare operations. Topics will include project management, quality assurance, productivity, and practice performance.
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HCPM 230 - HUMAN RESOURCES: HEALTHCARE
Credits: Three
Human resources management includes legal, behavioral, and administrative aspects of personnel management. Students will enhance their managerial skills through deeper understanding of recruitment and retention of personnel, training and evaluation practices, compensation and benefit systems, in addition to the impact of legal and regulatory environment.
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HCPM 231 - HEALTHCARE COMPLIANCE
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: HCPM 211
This Course is an in-depth examination of regulatory compliance issues associated with a medical practice environment. It offers a broad base of foundational compliance knowledge with real-world solutions. Topics include an overview of the OIG recommended Compliance Program for Physicians, coding/billing and reimbursement issues, and discussions of regulations and statutes, along with laws affecting a physician’s practice, i.e. Medicare Modernization Act, OSHA, CLIA, Anti-Kickback Statute, Safe Harbors, Stark I & II, Civil Monetary Penalties Law, the False Claims Act, the BBA of 1997 and HIPAA Privacy and Security.
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HCPM 341 - PRACTICE SYSTEMS: REVENUE CYCLE MANAGEMENT
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: HCPM 109 and HCPM 211
Revenue cycle management is critical to the success of the medical practice. In addition, the coding aspect of provides a basis for billing and quality assessment. Practice topics include procedure coding, coding guidelines, how codes are used for claims submission and processing, determining medical necessity, payment methodologies and accounts receivable management strategies.
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HCPM 350 - QUALITY AND RISK MANAGEMENT IN A HEALTHCARE SETTING
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: HCPM 211
This course provides a foundation for understanding quality and risk assessment within the practice setting. Students will explore risk assessment methods and quality improvement techniques with an emphasis on the roles of patient and health professional in improving healthcare delivery, outcomes tracking, analysis, and impact on practice performance and patient care.
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HCPM 360 - SOFTWARE AND TECHNOLOGY IN HEALTHCARE
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: HCPM 211
Practice management technology and software is explored in relation to HIPAA requirements, ICD developments, electronic records programs, and federal mandates. Students will learn how to maneuver through the software and technology selection, negotiation and implementation process through case studies and written assignments.
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HCPM 455 - FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT IN HEALTHCARE
Credits: Three
Prerequisite: HCPM 211 and HCPM 341
This course applies financial management principles to practice management and healthcare systems. Topics will include resource allocation, cost analysis, and funding sources as well as how financial decisions are made, reported, and implemented in practice management.
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HCPM 456 - PATIENT PARTNERING/POPULATION HEALTH MANAGEMENT – Elective
Credits: Three
Corequisite: HCPM 211
Patient partnership and engagement is the key to a successful practice and healthcare system. In this course, students will have the opportunity to examine formal and informal programs and strategies used to make this partnership and engagement enhance the medical practice’s performance, quality care and outcomes, and patient satisfaction.
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HCPM 461 - MEDICAL LAW AND ETHICS
Credits: Three
Course participants will examine decision making along the ethical and legal dimensions of practice management. Course concepts include ethical theories, morality, employee and patient rights and responsibilities, consent, legal reporting, professional liability, and end-of-life issues.
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HCPM 490 - HEALTHCARE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT EXTERNSHIP - Elective
Credits: Three
The externship is designed to give students the opportunity to learn about practice management by immersing themselves in the daily activities of a practice management professional. During externship, students often observe meetings, work collaboratively on site projects, conduct informational interviews, with the goal of increased understanding of the profession and potential career paths.
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HCPM 491 - HEALTHCARE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT CAPSTONE
Credits: Four
The capstone project is the culmination of the student academic experience. In this course student’s identify a current problem, initiative, or issue in healthcare practice management and analyze that topic from multiple perspectives drawing on knowledge gained throughout the program. The goal of the capstone is to develop a deeper understanding of a topic of importance in practice management, to study available options, programs, and relevant research, and to generate and present practical solutions to clients and colleagues.
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HEPR 107 - FOUNDATIONS OF HEALTH CARE
Credits: Three
The course offers an initial study of individual health with an
emphasis on wellness and prevention. The second focus of the course
is on the history, evolution, and development of the present
American health care system including the role of the various
health care providers.
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HEPR 108 - MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
Credits: Two
A Medical Terminology course for health professionals consisting of information regarding the pronunciation, spelling, definitions of medical terms; an in-depth review of Greek-Latin roots/prefixes/suffixes, medical abbreviations, medical chart review; and supplemental studies of documentation which will enhance the application of the acquired medical terminology in clinical settings.
Note: Some sections of this course may be offered online.
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HEPR 109 - MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
Credits: Three
A basic-level medical terminology course for those who plan to be involved or are already involved in allied health or nursing fields, the course will cover the definition, spelling and pronunciation of medical word roots and combining forms, prefixes, suffixes and medical abbreviations.
Note: Some sections of this course may be offered online.
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HEPR 150 - INTRO TO GERONTOLOGY
Credits: Three
This course provides a multidisciplinary perspective of the
biological, psychological and sociocultural aspects of aging. An
overview of the issues that significantly impact the older adult,
their family and society is presented. The demographics profile of
America’s older adult serves as a basis for explaining issues
related to physical and mental health changes, role transitions,
care and living arrangements for the older adult.
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HEPR 160 - SERVICES AND PROGRAMS FOR OLDER ADULTS
Credits: 3
This course deals with issues facing the aging population, their families and other caregivers. Information about available programs and resources to meet the psychosocial and health needs will be provided. Topics discussed in class will include housing, nutrition, transportation, socialization, geriatric case management, estate planning and public and veteran’s benefits.
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HEPR 197 - AGING & PHYSIOLOGICAL ADAPTATION
Credits: Three
Knowledge of normal and abnormal age-related change is essential to
professional practice in many disciplines. This course explores the
processes of aging, using several theoretical frameworks and
practice models to promote understanding of the biophysical and
psychosocial domains of the aged person. Strategy and intervention
toward health promotion is emphasized.
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HEPR 200 - ALZHEIMERS PATIENT & CAREGIVER
Credits: Three
This course examines the effects of Alzheimer’s Disease on the
total family functioning. The impact of this disease on the
physical, emotional and social health of the caregiver is explored.
Caregiver burden is defined and ways of assisting the caregiver are
outlined.
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HEPR 210 - ISSUES OF AGING
Credits: Three
This course explores the social issues associated with aging and
their effect on the elderly person. The course will examine the
societal and cultural viewpoints which surround the social issues.
The course will explore resources available to the older adult as
possible solutions to the social issues.
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HEPR 215 - OCCUPATION PERFORMANCE DISABILITY & AGING
Credits: Three
This course examines how aging affects performance issues. Topics include community mobility, work and retirement, technology, disease, disability, rehabilitation, caregiver issues and role changes.
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