MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY I BTECH 150 (5 credits) ENROLLMENT SHEET Name: Date: LAST FIRST Quarter: Contact Number(s): E-Mail Address: SID #: Class Day/Time: Instructor: CHAPTER DATES TEXT EX. CD EX.* TEST RETAKE AVERAGE Tested Rev/Terms (week 1) 1 / will test for ch 1 AND 2 together (week 1) 2 / (week 2) 3 / (week 2) 4 / (week 3) 5 / (week 4) 6 / week 5) 7 / (week 6) 8 / (week 7) 9 / (week 8) 10 / (week 9) 11 / (week 10) 12 / Average: Textbook Exercises Review (5%) Terms (5%) *Need an 80% or better score on CD-ROM Exercises (10%) CD exercise Chapter Tests (11 total) (70%) Attendance (10%) FINAL GRADE
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MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY I BTECH 150 (5 credits) ENROLLMENT SHEET Name: Date: LAST FIRST Quarter: Contact Number(s): E-Mail Address: SID #: Class Day/Time: Instructor: CHAPTER DATES TEXT EX. CD EX.* TEST RETAKE AVERAGE Tested Rev/Terms (week 1) 1 / will test for Ch 1 AND 2 together (week 1) 2 / (week 2) 3 / (week 2) 4 / (week 3) 5 / (week 4) 6 / week 5) 7 / (week 6) 8 / (week 7) 9 / (week 8) 10 / (week 9) 11 / (week 10) 12 / Average: Textbook Exercises Review (5%) Terms (5%) *Need an 80% or better score on CD-ROM Exercises (10%) CD exercise Chapter Tests (11 total) (70%) Attendance (10%) Revised for FALL 2013 FINAL GRADE
I. PREREQUISITE - None. PIERCE COLLEGE AT FT. STEILACOOM BUSINESS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY I - BTECH 150 - (5 Credits) SYLLABUS II. STUDENT OUTCOMES. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will have the fundamentals upon which to build a medical vocabulary. The student will be able to: 1. State the rule for using multiple word roots in a compound word 2. Accurately define the terms word root, suffix, prefix, combining vowel/form 3. Evaluate the impact of personal attendance and meeting deadlines 4. Work independently or in diverse teams 5. Define and state the rules for using suffixes and prefixes 6. List the five body cavities and the organs contained within them 7. Identify regions, structural organization, and directional terms relating to the body 8. List the major structures of the skin and their functions 9. Define pathological conditions of the integumentary system and the diagnostic techniques used in treating those disorders 10. Identify the functions of the skeletal system as well as classifications of bones 11. Pronounce each term as it is introduced on the audio cd 12. Identify the pathological conditions of each body system and explain the diagnostic techniques used to evaluate and treat each condition 13. Identify different types of muscles and label them on the appropriate diagram 14. Proofread transcription exercises for spelling errors 15. Define the different range-of-motion movements of the skeletal system 16. Identify the structures and anatomical terms relating to the nervous system 17. Explain the diagnostic procedures common to the nervous system 18. State the difference between afferent and efferent nerves 19. List the structures of the central and peripheral nervous systems 20. Explain the major functions of the blood and lymphatic system 21. Label the pathway of blood as it travels through the heart, to the lungs, and back through the heart 22. List the major functions of the cardiovascular system 23. Define common cardiovascular signs and symptoms, conditions, congenital heart diseases, and heart arrhythmias 24. List the major functions of the respiratory system and the difference between external and internal respiration 25. Define common respiratory signs and symptoms (non-specific and pathological) 26. Identify and label the structures of the digestive system 27. List the five basic functions of the digestive system III REQUIRED MATERIALS Comprehensive Medical Terminology, Fourth Edition, Betty Davis Jones, Delmar, 2011. USB or Flash drive is recommended. Scantron sheets for 11 tests. Recommended (available in the Business Skills Center): Medical Dictionary Drug Index Other medical references Cassette tapes (available only in the Business Skills Center) to accompany Delmar s Comprehensive Medical Terminology.
IV. RECOMMENDED WEB SITES http://www.gen.umn.edu/faculty_staff/jensen/1135/med_term_activities/default.html http://www.medword.com/ http://www.medicineonline.net (click on the Medical Dictionary link) http://www.online-medical-dictionary.org/ ASSIGNMENT SCHEDULE This is a suggested schedule to help you finish the course in ten weeks. There will be 11 tests to complete before the end of the quarter. You may choose to work faster than the following schedule outlines, but you must meet weekly due dates. Please see your instructor or call (253) 964-6233 immediately if you are not able to stay on schedule. For each chapter listed below, you will need to complete the following: 1. Read & complete all parts of the written terminology review. The terminology definitions must be: a. numbered b. must match the number of definitions in the chapter c. must be legible 2. Complete all chapter review exercises with the exception of the crossword puzzles. 3. Complete the CD-ROM exercises for each chapter with at least 80% accuracy. Steps 1-3 listed above must be turned in or checked off prior to taking each test, or you will not receive credit. Week One Week Two Week Three Week Four Week Five Week Six Week Seven Week Eight Week Nine Week Ten Review of course syllabus and class requirements. Review of text format and how to use the text and CD-ROM, Ch. 1, Word Building Rules and Ch. 2, Prefixes. Take Chapters 1 & 2 Test (covers chapters 1 & 2) Ch. 3, Suffixes. Take Chapter 3 Test Ch. 4, Whole Body Terminology. Take Chapter 4 Test Ch. 5, Integumentary System. Take Chapter 5 Test Ch. 6, The Skeletal System. Take Chapter 6 Test Ch. 7, Muscles and Joints. Take Chapter 7 Test Ch. 8, Nervous System. Take Chapter 8 Test Ch. 9, Blood and Lymphatic Systems. Take Chapter 9 Test Ch. 10, Cardiovascular System. Take Chapter 10 Test Ch. 11, The Respiratory System. Take Chapter 11 Test Ch. 12, The Digestive System. Take Chapter 12 Test
BUSINESS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (BTECH) Pierce College Ft. Steilacoom ROOM O-103 253-964-6233 WINTER 2014 GENERAL INFORMATION Welcome to Pierce College BTECH. Several different courses are being offered in our lab at the same time. Course lessons are presented through a combination of textbooks, prepared lectures, mini seminars, small group discussions, team based networking and collaboration, computer supported learning, and the individual attention of a skilled instructor. The lab courses require a high degree of self-discipline. Time management is crucial for your successful completion. Plan to spend at least two to three hours per credit hour in the lab every week. Hours of Operation for Scheduled Classes and OPEN LAB Times Hours will be posted outside classroom by the main entrance for O-103 and O-105. Assigned class periods are primarily reserved for those students registered for that time. Breaks - Take breaks as needed; however, breaks are prohibited during testing. Housekeeping Please keep the aisle ways clear. Place unused items (textbooks, book bags, etc.) under your desk. Please straighten your work area (i.e. push in your chair and keyboard) before you leave. Food and beverages are prohibited in our classrooms. Please take and make your cell phone calls outside of the classroom. Children are not permitted in the classroom. Child care arrangements should be made prior to visiting. Please check and make sure you have removed your flash drive and/or CD/DVD before leaving the lab. Files Assignments and tests are stored in the classroom files. Please see the instructional technician to review your graded work. It is the student s responsibility to maintain the grades on his/her enrollment sheet. Syllabus/Assignment Sheet Each student should have a syllabus/assignment sheet for the course in which he/she is enrolled. The syllabus lists course eligibility requirements, outcomes, course content, required textbooks, and materials needed. The assignment sheet provides a schedule to ensure timely course completion of all assignments. Printing The printer is a shared device and several print jobs will be assigned to one printer. Please be patient and seek assistance if your print job fails to appear. View your document before printing by using Print Preview. Use your USERNAME (First Initial + Last Name + Last 4 digits of Student ID. EXAMPLE: jsmith2222. Your PASSWORD is PCD! (and your birthday in YYYYMMDD) format. EXAMPLE for 3/28/1992: PCD!19920328 Grading Policy Students must complete tests and assignments by the weekly due dates or receive a reduction in the grade. All work must be completed by the end of the quarter. An incomplete will be granted only under exceptional circumstances.
Late Work & Tests Twenty-five percent (25%) deduction in points will be taken for tests and assignments completed up to one week late (1 out of 4 points). No tests can be taken nor coursework submitted beyond one week of the stated due date. Test Retake Policy Tests with a grade of 70% (1.5) or below may be retaken one time within one week (but not the same day), or at the instructor s discretion, for up to a maximum of 30 percent of the total course tests. If you aren t sure how many tests can be retaken for your course, ask your instructor. The final score will be the average of the two test scores. No retakes will be allowed on open book tests or quizzes (open book or closed book quizzes). You may retake a test only if your first test was taken by the due date. End of Quarter Deadlines - Last day to submit assignments/coursework and/or test See Due Dates handout - March 17, 2014 (M/W classes-test) March 18, 2014 (T/TH classes) Students who are testing must begin all tests at least one hour prior to closing. Allowed at the testing desk Not allowed at the testing desk 1. Pen/pencil 1. Books or notebooks 2. Test 2. Any electronic device 3. Calculator 3. Cell phones/electronic devices while testing 4. Scratch paper provided by BSC Percentage grades on tests may be converted to the decimal scale by using the following chart: 100 99 = 4.0 89 = 3.4 79 = 2.4 69 = 1.4 98 = 3.9 A 88 = 3.3 78 = 2.3 68 = 1.3 96 97 = 3.8 87 = 3.2 B+ 77 = 2.2 C+ 67 = 1.2 D+ 94 95 = 3.7 86 = 3.1 76 = 2.1 66 = 1.1 92 93 = 3.6 85 = 3.0 75 = 2.0 65 = 1.0 D 90 91 = 3.5 A- 84 = 2.9 B 74 = 1.9 C 64 = 0.0 F 83 = 2.8 73 = 1.8 82 = 2.7 72 = 1.7 81 = 2.6 71 = 1.6 80 = 2.5 B- 70 = 1.5 C- For academic success, you should be attending regularly during your assigned class time. ATTENDANCE (10%) Students are expected to be in class a minimum of 50% of the class meeting hours as follows: 2 credit class = 10 hours minimum 3 credit class = 15 hours minimum 5 credit class = 25 hours minimum Assignment Labeling - Please label the first page of all assignments in the following manner: Your Name Course Number Lesson/Section/Case/Chapter Instructor Name Date Stamp (located near testing log) Example: I. M. Student BTECH 230 Chapter 1/Section 10 I. B. Instructor March 18, 2014 (use the date stamp)
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