Catalog 05-06 - NHTI - Concord's Community College

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Copyright & Disclaimer Information: Copyright © 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. CollegeSource® digital catalogs are derivative works owned and copyrighted by CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. Catalog content is owned and copyrighted by the appropriate school. While CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation provides information as a service to the public, copyright is retained on all digital catalogs.Copyright & Disclaimer Information: Copyright © 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. CollegeSource® digital catalogs are derivative works owned and copyrighted by CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. Catalog content is owned and copyrighted by the appropriate school. While CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation provides information as a service to the public, copyright is retained on all digital catalogs.Course DescriptionsHS 113 Intermediate ICD-9-CM 4-0-4Higher level ICD-9-CM inpatient coding, expanding on and further applyingconcepts learned in Basic ICD-9-CM, including expanded use of 3-M computerized encoder system. Discussion of inpatient reimbursementand payment systems used including prospective payment system, managedcare and other third party payers. During the last 5 weeks of thecourse, the student will use actual medical records in a simulated professionalpractice experience applying codes and calculating DRG utilizingthe computerized encoder. (Prerequisite: HS 112)HS 114 Basic Ambulatory Coding 2-0-2Introduction to basic CPT-HCPCS coding concepts utilizing AHA “OfficialOutpatient Coding Guidelines.” ICD-9-CM coding will also be utilizedas it relates to ambulatory coding concepts. Introduction to use ofcomputerized encoding in the ambulatory setting. (Prerequisites: HS 112and HS 113)HS 115 Intermediate Ambulatory Coding 4-0-4Higher level CPT-HSPCS coding expanding on and further applying conceptslearned in Basic CPT-HSPCS, including expanded use of 3-M computerizedencoder system. Discussion of ambulatory reimbursement andpayment systems used including prospective payment system, managedcare, other third party payers and a discussion of regulatory complianceissues. During the last 5 weeks of the course, the student will use actualmedical records in a simulated professional practice experience applyingcodes and calculating APC utilizing the computerized encoder. (Prerequisite:HS 114)HistoryHI 104 Western Civilization: Antiquity to 1650 3-0-3This is the first of a two-course sequence about Western civilization.Study of history addresses the goals of being an educated person byliberating the learner from a narrowed perspective. Thinking about andunderstanding the past clearly provides for better alternatives in the presentand the future. This course provides opportunities to learn about majorhistorical events and trends from the earliest civilizations up to the Reformationwhich have shaped the past, present and will impact on thefuture. Social, political, intellectual and economic changes will be amongthe topics explored, as will critical scrutiny of Western tradition.HI 105 Western Civilization: 1650 to present 3-0-3Study of history addresses the goals of being an educated person byliberating the learner from a narrowed perspective. Thinking about andunderstanding the past clearly, provides for better alternatives in thepresent and future. This course provides opportunities to learn aboutmajor historical events and trends since the mid fifteenth century whichhave shaped the past, present and will impact on the future. Social,political, intellectual and economic changes will be among the topicsexplored, as will critical scrutiny of Western tradition.HI 120 United States History: to 1870 3-0-3This is a course that explores the critical historical events that haveinteracted to shape life in this country from its discovery until 1870.Included will be the discovery of America; colonization; social, politicaland economic development; the American Revolution; political documentswhich establish our form of government (Declaration of Independence/Constitution);slavery, the Civil War; and Reconstruction. Majortopics are emphasized within a chronological framework and serve as asystematic introduction to United States History prior to 1870.HI 121 United States History: 1870 - present 3-0-3A course which explores the critical historic events and forces that haveinteracted to shape life in the U.S. Topics will include: the IndustrialRevolution, World Wars, the Cold War, the role of the U.S. as a worldpower, social revolutions, the Great Depression, and the workings ofdemocracy within the republic.HI 131 World History I: to 1500 3-0-3This course examines the histories of civilizations in Asia, Africa, Europeand the Americas from the earliest times to 1500. The interrelationshipsamong these societies, and their political, social, economic, religious andcultural features will be explored.HI 132 World History II: 1500 - present 3-0-3This course examines the histories of civilizations in Asia, Africa, Europeand the Americas from 1500 to present. The interrelationships amongthese societies, and their political, social, economic, religious and culturalfeatures will be explored.HI 221 New Hampshire History 3-0-3New Hampshire History is a general survey of New Hampshire’s past,from prehistoric periods to the present. The course will be chronologicalin nature, with emphasis on certain key topics such as immigration andethnicity, rural development, urban and industrial growth, tourism, environmentalchanges, and the evolution of government. Students will notsimply be exposed to major events and personalities in New Hampshirehistory, but they will explore ways that people removed from us in timehave made their living upon the land we call New Hampshire. In addition,students will use state and local resources to better understand thevery nature of history and ways that the study of history provides a betterappreciation of ourselves and the world in which we live.Hotel AdministrationHR 110 Introduction to Hotel Operations 3-0-3This course is designed to give an overview of the working componentsof a hotel and their interrelationships. Students will explore in a descriptivefashion the responsibilities of each hotel department and how andwhy their interactions are important. Students will examine the differencein operations of various types and sizes of hotels from B&B to fullservice hotels.HR 225 Front Office Operations 3-0-3A comprehensive study of the front desk operations from a small inn toa full-service hotel. The student will explore front and back office systems.Topics include reservation procedures, registration, auditing, tourgroups and check out procedures, room control, maintenance on guestaccounts, public relations and sales.HR 227 Legal Issues for the Hospitality Industry 3-0-3Students will review theory and the application of general and contractlaw as they relate to business regulations. A further study of the legalprocedures as they apply to the statutes and common law governinginnkeeper’s liability. Students will also learn the legal issues as they relateto the travel and tourism industry. Additional topics include: disclaimerof liability, safe keeping facilities, guests’ rights, personnel issues andother hospitality related issues.HR 229 Hotel Management and Operations 3-0-3This course examines a variety of hotel operations and property managementissues. Other topics include facilities management for both large andsmall hotel, concierge, housekeeping and restaurant operation management.Students will also explore effective customer relations in a hospitalityatmosphereHR 245 Event, Meeting and Convention Planning 3-0-3This course gives students the experience in developing an event, meetingand/or conference program. Students will go through the step-by-stepprocess of pre-planning, budget/agenda preparation, and marketing theevent. Other topics include sales, negotiations and contracts. Studentswill complete a portfolio to include an agenda, floor plan, budget andbrochure.106
Copyright & Disclaimer Information: Copyright © 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. CollegeSource® digital catalogs are derivative works owned and copyrighted by CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. Catalog content is owned and copyrighted by the appropriate school. While CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation provides information as a service to the public, copyright is retained on all digital catalogs.Copyright & Disclaimer Information: Copyright © 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. CollegeSource® digital catalogs are derivative works owned and copyrighted by CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. Catalog content is owned and copyrighted by the appropriate school. While CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation provides information as a service to the public, copyright is retained on all digital catalogs.Course DescriptionsHR 260 Hospitality Sales and Marketing 3-0-3This course focuses on the hospitality markets and products. The studentwill analyze the organization of the hotel sales and marketing departmentby looking at the importance of increasing revenue through specialmarket segment, planning itineraries with tour operators, brochure designand advertisement. (Prerequisite: BU 170 or permission of departmenthead of Hotel Administration)HR 269 Food and Beverage Management 3-0-3Students will examine the financial relationship of the food and beverageaspect of the hotel industry. Topics covered are: marketing, food purchasecontrols, production, service, management of bar and beverage,sales techniques and sanitation.HR 290 Hotel Internship 0-9-3The internship offers the opportunity to put learned theory to practicalapplication in a supervised work environment. Students are required tocomplete a minimum of 90 hours and complete a portfolio on the internship.Periodic conferences between the site supervisor and the NHTIinternship coordinators are scheduled to monitor and evaluate studentprogress. This course is limited to seniors and requires the permission ofthe Department Head. (Prerequisite: 2.5 GPA in major field courses andpermission of department head of Hotel Administration)HR 293 Senior Hospitality Seminar 2-0-2This course addresses current issues in the hospitality/tourism industrythrough discussion, reports (oral and written) and professional literature.Students will examine business ethics, professional development and casestudies. Additional topics include resume preparation and interviewingtechniques. Students will complete a portfolio.Human ServiceHU 103 Introduction to Practicum Experience 1-0-1A course designed to introduce and familiarize the student with HumanService Practicum Procedure and Protocol. Special skills needed in HumanService work will also be reviewed including: Record keeping; InterviewingSkills; Preparation of Practicum Portfolio and Resume; andWriting Competency Goals and Objectives.HU 111 Introduction to Human Service 3-0-3An introductory course identifying the programs and activities of socialand human service. Focuses on the practical problems facing the humanservice/mental health worker and examines the attitudes and objectivesto be attained.HU 193 Human Service Practicum I* 2-10-5The student will work in an approved clinical setting under the supervisionof an approved professional. Periodic conferences between the supervisorand faculty member are planned in order to evaluate the student’sprogress. At the close of the semester, the student will submit documentationrelating theory to practice in the chosen field of experience. Onlyfor students who matriculated prior to and including January 2004. (Prerequisites:HU 103, HU 111 and MH 185 with a combined major field GPA of2.0. For matriculated students ONLY!)HU 195 Human Service Practicum I* 2-8-4The student will work in an approved human service setting under thesupervision of an approved professional. Periodic conferences betweenthe Supervisor and Practicum Coordinator are planned in order to evaluatethe student’s progress. At the close of the semester, the student willsubmit documentation of the practicum activities/experience and demonstratethe ability to relate theory to practice in the chosen field ofexperience. The student will complete a total of 125 hours of fieldexperience. (Prerequisites: HU 103, HU 111, HU 221 and MH 187)HU 221 Social and Professional Issues in Today’s Society 3-0-3The student will examine and explore a variety of social and professionalissues in today’s society relating to the helping field. Skill and knowledgebasedtopics necessary for the success of the student’s career in today’sworkplace may include basic human needs in homelessness, poverty, advocacywork, grant writing/proposals/funding, culturally competent counselorstandards and community mental health delivery systems, as well asprofessional issues and skills that face today’s helping professional.HU 242 Ethics and the Professional Helper 3-0-3A case related study of the ethical principles determining the standards ofpractice in the Human Service Field including Mental Health and AddictionCounseling. This course is reserved for the practitioner. Topics takenfrom the related national code of ethics will be discussed. The issuespresented will be role-played and resolved according to universal philosophicalprinciples. Philosophy as the foundation of professional practiceguides this course. It will meet professional requirements for ethical training.HU 295 Human Service Practicum II* 2-10-5A continuation of HU 193, Practicum I. Only for students who matriculatedprior to and including January 2004. (Prerequisite: HU 193)HU 296 Human Service Practicum III* 2-10-5A continuation of HU 295, Practicum II. Only for students who matriculatedprior to and including January 2004. (Prerequisites: HU 295, PY 210 and PY283.)HU 298 Human Service Practicum II* 2-8-4The student will continue their field experience work in an approvedhuman service setting under the supervision of an approved professional.Skills, knowledge and personal characteristics are built upon and integratedinto the learning and supervision of this course, as well as secondyear coursework including ethics, individual counseling and conflict resolution.Periodic conferences between the Supervisor and Practicum Coordinatorare planned in order to evaluate the student’s progress. At theclose of the semester, the student will submit documentation of thepracticum activities/experience and demonstrate the ability to relate theoryto practice in the chosen field of experience. The student will completea total of 125 hours of field experience. (Prerequisites: HU 103, HU111, HU 221, HU 242, HU 193 and MH 187)* The student will also complete an interview with the practicum coordinatorthe semester prior to the first scheduled practicum. Special requestsregarding practicum entrance may be brought to the department head bythe student. Review of the requests will be made by the departmentfaculty and special exemptions may be made for entrance into the practicum.Information TechnologyIT 102 PC Applications 3-0-3The course introduces students to desktop applications with an emphasison topics from a user perspective. Topics include use of: an operatingsystem, a word processor, a spreadsheet, presentation software, Internetand hardware and software considerations.IT 108 Personal Computer Hardware and Software 2-2-3The focus of this course is to prepare IT and Engineering Technologystudents for future computer courses. Discussion topics include the useof operating systems and current office application software along withan overview of computer history, terminology, hardware and softwaredevelopment. The lab component offers hands-on training in the use ofWindows, MS-DOS, application software (word processing, spreadsheet,database and presentations software) and the Internet.IT 106 IT Career Topics 2-0-1This course is a series of presentation and panel discussions by experts andleaders in the field on the important topics in Information Technologycareers. It provides information which helps students plan their college107
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