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COURSE SYLLABUS AND INSTRUCTOR PLAN

Medical Terminology HPRS 1206

Dr. Bridgit R. Moore

Spring, 2011

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Course Description: Introduces study of word origin and structure through the introduction of prefixes, suffixes, root words, plurals, abbreviations and symbols, surgical procedures medical specialties, and diagnostic procedures. No prerequisite courses. 2 SCH; (2 lecture/0 lab hours). Prerequisites and/or Corequisites: None Course Notes and Instructor Recommendations: COMPUTER RESOURCE AT MCC: Students may use computers located in the Library, located on the third floor of the Learning Technology Center. Computers are also available in open computer labs in various areas on campus. OFF-CAMPUS COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS: The link for the Microsoft Viewers for Word that is used in this course is: http://www.microsoft.com/office/000/viewers.asp IBM-compatible Intel Pentium II or higher computer system; minimum 128 MB of RAM; 200 MB of available hard disk space; minimum 56K modem; CD ROM-drive and Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher. Students will not need a PowerPoint viewer for this course. The AOL Internet browsers are not supported for MCC Blackboard or e-mail access. FREE BLACKBOARD SUPPORT SITE: Login at: http://ecampus.mclennan.edu/ Click on the navigation buttons on the left to study the material. Start with Bb Orientation. Another resource for students is the HELP line for technical assistance: 254-2998077. After 5:00 PM and on weekends call 717-6349. A backup will be made of Blackboard every morning from 5:00 AM to 5:30 AM. Therefore, do not attempt to use the Blackboard program during that time period. COMPUTER FAILURE WHEN TAKING A QUIZ: In cases of a computer failure while taking a Quiz, the student is to contact the instructor by email etipton@mclennan.edu and decision will be made whether the Quiz will be reset. Quizzes will be reset only once, and if the problem continues, students will have to take Quizzes on campus. Any problem should not occur when students follow instructions and know how to take the Quiz before one is attempted. STUDENTS ARE TO USE FIREFOX WHEN TAKING QUIZZES. How to access Firefox: Go to www.getfirefox.com. Click on Firefox 3 Free Download. Then, follow the instructions on the screen. Be sure to have your pop-up blocker turned off so that you can get the Firefox setup pop-up.
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Instructor Information: Instructor Name: Dr. Bridgit Moore MCC E-mail: bmoore@mclennan.edu Office Phone Number: 299-8764 Office Location: Science Building Office/Teacher Conference Hours: After class and by appointment Other Instruction Information: Required Text & Materials: Title: Medical Terminology for Health Professions Author: Ann Ehrlich & Carol Schroeder Edition: 6th Publisher: Delmar ISBN: 10-1-4180-7252-4 MCC Bookstore Website Methods of Teaching and Learning: Online format, written assignments, exams, textbook CD, email Course Objectives and/or Competencies: To introduce students pursuing careers in allied health or nursing to the language of medicine and the health sciences through the use of interchangeable word parts that can be used to create medical terms and further medical vocabulary development. Course Outline or Schedule: Week 1: Introduction to Medical Terminology Week 2: The Human Body in Health and Disease Week 3: The Skeletal System Week 4: The Muscular System Week 5: The Cardiovascular System Week 6: The Lymphatic & Immune Systems Week 7: The Respiratory System Week 8: The Digestive System Week 9: The Urinary System Week 10: The Nervous System Week 11: Special Senses

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Week 12: The Integumentary System Week 13: The Endocrine System Week 14: The Reproductive System Week 15: Diagnostic Procedures & Pharmacology Week 16: Final Exam Course Grading Information: A = 90-100 B = 80-89 C = 70-79 D = 60-69 F= 59 and below The sixteen chapter grades will be averaged together for 85% of the course grade. 15% of the course grade will be the comprehensive final examination. Late Work, Attendance, and Make Up Work Policies: Students who turn in late assignments will receive a one-letter grade deduction in their score. Students are expected to complete the final exam on time. You will have only one attempt for the finalbe sure you are ready to complete it by its due date. Student Behavioral Expectations or Conduct Policy: Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students, and the instructor will maintain a complete record of attendance for the entire length of each course. Online student attendance is tracked by assignment completions. Students will be counted absent from class meetings missed, beginning with the first day of classes. Students, whether present or absent, are responsible for all material presented or assigned for a course and will be held accountable for such materials in the determination of course grades. Absence from 25 percent of scheduled lecture and/or laboratory meetings will be taken as evidence that a student does not intend to complete the course. Unless the instructor has reason to believe the student will complete the course, the student will be withdrawn from the course with a grade of W. The instructor may reinstate the student if satisfied that the student will resume regular attendance and will complete the course. If the students 25 percent absences are reached after the official drop date, the instructor may assign a W, if the student is passing and requests to be withdrawn. However, if a student who is not passing reaches the 25 percent point after the official drop date, the student will receive an F. In extenuating circumstance, the instructor may assign a W to a student who is not passing. Each absence will count toward attendance requirements.

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MCC Academic Integrity Statement: The Center for Academic Integrity, of which McLennan Community College is a member, defines academic integrity as a commitment, even in the face of adversity, to five fundamental values: honesty, trust, fairness, respect, and responsibility. From these values flow principles of behavior that enable academic communities to translate ideals into action. Individual faculty members determine their class policies and behavioral expectations for students. Students who commit violations of academic integrity should expect serious consequences. For further information about student responsibilities and rights, please consult the McLennan website and your Highlander Student Guide. MCC Attendance Policy: Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students, and each instructor will maintain a complete record of attendance for the entire length of each course, including online and hybrid courses. Students will be counted absent from class meetings missed, beginning with the first official day of classes. Students, whether present or absent, are responsible for all material presented or assigned for a course and will be held accountable for such materials in the determination of course grades. Please refer to the Highlander Guide for the complete policy. ADA Statement: In accordance with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the regulations published by the United States Department of Justice 28 C.F.R. 35.107(a), MCCs designated ADA co-coordinators, Mr. Gene Gooch - Vice President, Finance and Administration and Dr. Santos Martinez Vice President, Student Services shall be responsible for coordinating the Colleges efforts to comply with and carry out its responsibilities under ADA. Students with disabilities requiring physical, classroom, or testing accommodations should contact Mr. Marcus Sweatt, Disabilities Specialist, at 299-8122 or msweatt@mclennan.edu.