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AHS 102 Syllabus

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Medical Terminology (AHS-102)

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AHS 102 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY

Allied Health Sciences Department

FALL SEMESTER 2018

Catalog Course Description: This course is designed to introduce the student to medical terms including roots,

prefixes, and suffixes, with emphasis on spelling, definition and pronunciation.

Prerequisite(s): RDG 100 with a minimum grade of “C”

Co-requisite (s): N/A

Credit Hours: 3 Credits 3 Lecture 0 Lab

Departmental Website: ` midlandstech/healthsciences/

D2L Brightspace Login Page: elearn.midlandstech

Instructor: See Faculty Addendum

Office: See Faculty Addendum

Telephone: See Faculty Addendum

FAX: See Faculty Addendum

E-mail: See Faculty Addendum

Campus Mailbox: See Faculty Addendum

Departmental Assistant: Alice Meyer (803) 822- 34 91, meyera@midlandstech

Department Chair: Candace L Doyle M.S., (803) 822- 34 34, doylec@midlandstech

AHS Coordinator: Edward O. Nicholson, M (803) 822-7034 nicholsone@midlandtech

PHC Coordinator: Susan Teeter B., (803) 822-7049, teeters@midlandstech

PHC Advisor: Mary Cha Brabham B., (803) 822-3211, brabhamm@midlandstech

Class Schedule[s]: See Faculty Addendum

Office Hours: See Faculty Addendum

Textbook(s): Medical Terminology for Health Professions 8ethEd. Bundle by Ehrlich.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO ALL STUDENTS: Although it is preferable

to have your textbook and supplies on the first day of class, you will be granted a one week grace period. If you do not have a textbook by that time, you will be instructed to make an appointment and meet with the AHS Coordinator prior to returning to class.

Additional Textbooks/Readings: Tabor's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary, Davis or Steadman’s Medical

Dictionary, Lippincott

Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:

  1. Define the meaning of medical terminology word roots, suffixes, and prefixes
  2. Recognize and understand basic medical terms
  3. Identify and decipher medical abbreviations
  4. Spell and pronounce basic medical terminology
  5. Analyze unfamiliar terms using the knowledge of word roots, suffixes and prefixes gained in the course

Program and course assessment activities are deployed and results collected in accordance with the

College’s assessment schedule. Please refer to the information in the syllabus regarding the applicability

of the assessment activity for the current semester.

Course Outcomes and Competencies:

Intended Course Outcome: The student will be able to answer correctly embedded questions on the final exam

based on course objectives.

Course Competency: The student will be able to answer correctly embedded questions on the final exam.

Performance Measurement Instrument: Each embedded question will be answered correctly (75% or

higher) on the final exam.

On Campus Course Attendance:

The quality of your learning experience in this class is determined in large by your active participation in the learning process. Therefore, it is important that you make every effort to attend every class. Students are expected to attend all classes and are responsible for class work, homework, lecture notes, reading assignments, etc., whether or not you are present. There is no such thing as an "excused absence". On certain occasions, circumstances may arise, such as illness, personal issues or transportation problems that prevent you from attending class. In light of that, the maximum number of absences (no matter what the reason is -such as illness, out of town, etc.) allowed is twice the number of meeting times per week. Students should not be late to class. Students who come in late interfere with the class presentation and disturb the other students in the class. Likewise, students should not leave in the middle of class or before class is dismissed. If you arrive after the roll has been taken, you will be marked absent. It is YOUR responsibility to see the instructor after class on THAT DAY so your absence can be changed to a tardy. Three tardies will be counted as one absence. Missing more than 10 minutes of class, (late arrival or early exit), will constitute an absence.

Absences will be counted beginning with the first day of class

Online Course Attendance:

Students are required to sign into the course at least once per week for a period of at least 1 hour. Failure to do so will result in student being withdrawn from the course. In addition, students may not miss scheduled test

without prior approval of the instructor. Students will receive a “0” for the test missed. Students will be

dropped from the course upon missing the second test. Computer problems do not provide the student with an excuse for late assignments and tests. MTC has a full computer lab for your use if the need arises.

ATTENDANCE CONCERNS:

Students are responsible to keep track of their attendance as recorded on D2L and have up

to two weeks (from the date of absence or tardy) to challenge the status assigned.

Additional items to consider:

A. Incompletes are awarded only under extenuating circumstances, such as hospitalization, and require the permission of the instructor. All requests must be properly documented. Normally, the course work must be completed no later than the end of the following term.

B. The instructor is not required to permit makeup work after the fact and may assign a grade of “0”. Submitting makeup work for grades may be permitted at the discretion of the instructor provided you make arrangements with your instructor prior to the due date of the assignment in question.

C. You are responsible for making sure all work reaches the instructor. All assignments should be submitted directly to the instructor; if assignments are submitted in any other way, they must be clearly labeled with the instructor’s name.

D. You are responsible for all material and announcements presented, whether you are present or absent.

of the AVP, SDS, by the instructor. You will then meet with either Dr. Holloway or Mr. Hayden. After

the meeting, you will receive a letter with the sanction grade of zero (0) and any other sanctions deemed

appropriate. Student has a right to file an appeal. Once the hearing and the notice of the right to appeal

have been completed, instructor will be notified to apply the sanction grade of zero (0).

Course Requirements: There will be 7 departmental tests, a department midterm and comprehensive final

exam. The instructor may also assign additional quizzes and homework (see instructor specific guidelines). ALL

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE POSTED AND SUBMITTED ON D2L. Computer problems do not

provide the student with an excuse for late assignments. MTC has a full computer lab for your use if the

need arises.

Course Grading: The final grade for this course will be determined as follows:

50% Tests, Quizzes and other assignments per instructor 20% Midterm

30% Departmental Final Examination

Grading Scale:

92 -100 A Superior Work 84 -91 B Good Work 75 -83 C Average Work

< 75 F Unsatisfactory Work

Classroom Rules/Other:

Mastering the content of this course requires regular attendance in class, consistent study of text material and class notes, and preparation of homework assignments. Students are expected to BE PREPARED FOR and PARTICIPATE in every class meeting. Students are expected to have all assignments completed by the due date.

You are in college. You will be treated and respected as an adult. It is a violation of the MTC Student Code to interfere with the learning process in the classroom. Courteous, attentive behavior is expected at all times. Disruptive behavior in any form will not be tolerated. Students engaged in such behavior will be dismissed from class and subject to disciplinary procedures.

It is expected that all beepers and cellular telephones will be turned off or “set” to the silent mode during class. You may not receive or place telephone calls during class.

No electronic devises will be (including, but not limited to I-pods, MP3 players, etc.) will be permitted in class. Tape recorders may be permitted at the discretion of the instructor. A Laptop computer is allowed only if the student uses it to take notes during class.

Be on time! It is inconsiderate to your classmates and disruptive to the class to arrive late. Students are expected to be in their seats ready to start class at the beginning of the class. Leaving during class should only be in case of an emergency. If you know you must leave early, please let the instructor know ahead of time.

Prior to each class, the student should review the previously covered material of the last class period. Additionally, the next chapter should be reviewed, in depth, for complete understanding and class participation.

Tentative Course Topic Outline/Course Calendar with Assignments:

WEEK CHAPTER TOPICS COVERED

1 1 Introduction to Medical Terminology

2 2

12

The Human Body in Health and Disease

Skin: Integumentary System

3 3 The skeletal System

4 4

10

The Muscular System

The Nervous System

5 11 Special Senses: The Eyes and Ears

6 13 The Endocrine System

7 5 The Cardiovascular System

8 6

7

The Lymphatic and Immune System

The Respiratory System

9 8

9

The Digestive System

The Urinary System

10 14 The Reproductive System

PLEASE NOTE: Should change become necessary, the instructor reserves the right to adjust the

requirements, pace, or scheduling of this course. Any change will be announced in class before it

becomes effective.

Student Learning Objectives: Medical Terminology for Health Professions 8ethEd. Bundle by Ehrlich.

Chapter 1 Upon completion of this chapter, the student should be able to:

 Identify the roles of the four types of word parts in forming medical terms.  Analyze unfamiliar medical terms using your knowledge of word parts.  Describe the steps in locating a term in a medical dictionary.  Define the commonly used prefixes, word roots, combining forms, and suffixes introduced in this chapter.  Pronounce medical terms correctly using the "sounds-like" system.  Recognize the importance of always spelling medical terms correctly.

 Recognize, define, spell, and pronounce the medical terms in this chapter.

Chapter 2 Upon completion of this chapter, the student should be able to:

 Define anatomy and physiology and use anatomic reference systems to identify the anatomic position, body planes, directions, and cavities.  Recognize, define, spell, and pronounce the terms related to the abdominal cavity and peritoneum.  Recognize, define, spell, and pronounce the terms related to the structure, function, pathology, and procedures of cells, tissues, and glands.  Define the terms associated with cytology and genetics, including chromosomes, genes, DNA, and mutation.  Differentiate between genetic and congenital disorders and identify examples of each.  Identify the body systems in terms of their major structures and functions.  Recognize, define, spell, and pronounce the terms related to types of diseases and the modes of disease transmission.

Chapter 9 Upon completion of this chapter, the student should be able to:

 Describe the major functions of the urinary system.  Name and describe the structures of the urinary system.  Recognize, define, spell, and pronounce terms related to the pathology and the diagnostic and treatment procedures of the urinary system.

Chapter 10 Upon completion of this chapter, the student should be able to:

 Describe the functions and structures of the nervous system.  Identify the major divisions of the nervous system and describe the structures of each by location and function.  Identify the medical specialists who treat disorders of the nervous system.  Recognize, define, spell, and pronounce terms related to the pathology and the diagnostic and treatment procedures of the nervous system.  Recognize, define, spell, and pronounce terms related to the pathology and the diagnostic and treatment procedures of mental health disorders.

Chapter 11 Upon completion of this chapter, the student should be able to:

 Describe the functions and structures of the eyes and adnexa, their accessory structures.  Recognize, define, spell, and pronounce terms related to the pathology and the diagnostic and treatment procedures of the eyes and vision.  Describe the functions and structures of the ears.  Recognize, define, spell, and pronounce terms related to the pathology and the diagnostic and treatment procedures of the ears and hearing.

Chapter 12 Upon completion of this chapter, the student should be able to:

 Identify and describe the functions and structures of the integumentary system.  Identify the medical specialists associated with the integumentary system.  Recognize, define, spell, and pronounce the terms used to describe the pathology and the diagnostic and treatment procedures related to the skin.  Recognize, define, spell, and pronounce the terms used to describe the pathology and the diagnostic and treatment procedures related to the hair, nails, and sebaceous glands.

Chapter 13 Upon completion of this chapter, the student should be able to:

 Describe the role of the endocrine glands in maintaining homeostasis.  Name and describe the functions of the primary hormones secreted by each of the endocrine glands.  Recognize, define, spell, and pronounce terms relating to the pathology and the diagnostic and treatment procedures of the endocrine glands.

Chapter 14 Upon completion of this chapter, the student should be able to:

 Identify and describe the major functions and structures of the male reproductive system.  Recognize, define, spell, and pronounce the terms related to the pathology and the diagnostic and treatment procedures of the male reproductive system.  Name at least six sexually transmitted diseases.  Identify and describe the major functions and structures of the female reproductive system.

 Recognize, define, spell, and pronounce the terms related to the pathology and the diagnostic and treatment procedures of the female reproductive system.  Recognize, define, spell, and pronounce the terms related to the pathology and the diagnostic and treatment procedures of the female during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period.

Chapter 15 Students are not responsible for this chapter

 In addition to using MyMTC Email, students may also be required to communicate with instructors through Desire 2 Learn (D2L, the college-wide learning management system), or through course-specific software, such as MyMathLab.

MyMTC:

The college conducts business with students through MyMTC, which provides many services and resources, including access to transcripts, grades, and program evaluations; information about financial aid status; and how to search and register for courses. To access MyMTC, follow the link on the Enrolled Students page or go to mymtc.midlandstech.

Children on Campus:

Children are generally not permitted on campus except for special events. Children are not permitted in classes, labs, or advisors’ offices. Children can never be left unattended on campus, including in the library, the Academic Success Center, or parking lots.

Inclement Weather Policy:

 If weather conditions or other emergencies cause the college to close or open late, announcements will be made over local radio and TV stations, on the MTC website, and on the college’s information line (803-738-8324).  Notices will be sent to students via MyMTC Email and MTC Alerts! when applicable.  Check for separate announcements for day and evening classes because weather conditions can change during the day.  Inclement weather schedules: In standard non-lab and non-clinical classes, if the college closing or reopening means that there is at least 30 minutes of a class remaining, plan to attend that class. For example, if the college opens at 10 a., classes that normally meet at 8 a. will not meet, but classes that normally begin at 9:35 a. will begin at 10 a. Similarly, if the college closes at 8 p., 6 p. classes will meet for their regular time, but 7:35 p. classes will not meet.  Check your syllabus for specific information about the inclement weather policy for that course.

Campus Emergency Protocol:

 To report safety concerns or suspicious activities, call Campus Security at 7850 (on campus) or 738-7850 (cell

phone or off campus).

 To report a security emergency, call Campus Security at 738-7199 or dial local 911 immediately.

 The college also provides emergency call boxes; look for these red call boxes in or near parking lots on all

campuses.

 If a college-wide emergency occurs, the college will communicate additional information and instructions in a

number of ways, including the MTC Information Centers, campus loud speakers, MyMTC Email, the MTC website, and MTC Alerts!. To sign up for MTC Alerts! and receive emergency notifications on your cell phone, go to: midlandstech/Phone_Alert.htm.

Student Evaluation of Instruction:

Toward the end of the semester, students will be encouraged to participate in evaluating their courses. You can complete this confidential evaluation through MyMTC using your username and password. Announcements will be made during the term concerning how and when to complete the online evaluation.

Students Requiring Special Accommodations:

 If a student with a disability requires special accommodations, the student should go to Counseling Services in the Student Center on Beltline or Airport Campus for assistance. Documentation regarding a specific disability is required in order for special arrangements to be made. All information received will remain confidential.  For more information, follow the Disability Resource Centers link under Online Resources on the Enrolled Students page.

The staff of Counseling and Career Services works to ensure that all educational programming and services are accessible to otherwise qualified students with disabilities. If you have a concern regarding the accessibility of websites, instructional materials, online courses and other electronic or information technology please contact Counseling and Career Services. It is the student's responsibility to self-disclose as a student with a disability and to request accommodations prior to beginning a program or course. Please contact the staff of Counseling and Career Services at 803- 822 -3505 (AC) or 803-738-7636 (BC) or via email at disability@midlandstech if you have any questions or concerns.

Midlands Technical College does not discriminate against any student on the basis of pregnancy or related conditions. Students seeking accommodations for pregnancy are encouraged to contact the college’s Title IX Coordinator, Ian A. MacLean, PO Box 2408, Columbia SC 29202, or at 803-822-3204, or macleani@midlandstech.

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AHS 102 Syllabus

Course: Medical Terminology (AHS-102)

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AHS 102 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
Allied Health Sciences Department
FALL SEMESTER 2018
Catalog Course Description: This course is designed to introduce the student to medical terms including roots,
prefixes, and suffixes, with emphasis on spelling, definition and pronunciation.
Prerequisite(s): RDG 100 with a minimum grade of “C”
Co-requisite (s): N/A
Credit Hours: 3 Credits 3 Lecture 0 Lab
Departmental Website: ` http://www.midlandstech.edu/healthsciences/
D2L Brightspace Login Page: https://elearn.midlandstech.edu
Instructor: See Faculty Addendum
Office: See Faculty Addendum
Telephone: See Faculty Addendum
FAX: See Faculty Addendum
E-mail: See Faculty Addendum
Campus Mailbox: See Faculty Addendum
Departmental Assistant: Alice Meyer (803) 822-3491, meyera@midlandstech.edu
Department Chair: Candace L Doyle M.S.Ed., (803) 822-3434, doylec@midlandstech.edu
AHS Coordinator: Edward O. Nicholson, M.Ed (803) 822-7034 nicholsone@midlandtech.edu
PHC Coordinator: Susan Teeter B.S., (803) 822-7049, teeters@midlandstech.edu
PHC Advisor: Mary Cha Brabham B.S., (803) 822-3211, brabhamm@midlandstech.edu
Class Schedule[s]: See Faculty Addendum
Office Hours: See Faculty Addendum
Textbook(s): Medical Terminology for Health Professions 8ethEd. Bundle by Ehrlich.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO ALL STUDENTS: Although it is preferable
to have your textbook and supplies on the first day of class, you will be granted a
one week grace period. If you do not have a textbook by that time, you will be
instructed to make an appointment and meet with the AHS Coordinator prior to
returning to class.
Additional Textbooks/Readings: Tabor's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary, Davis or Steadman’s Medical
Dictionary, Lippincott
Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:
1. Define the meaning of medical terminology word roots, suffixes, and prefixes
2. Recognize and understand basic medical terms
3. Identify and decipher medical abbreviations
4. Spell and pronounce basic medical terminology
5. Analyze unfamiliar terms using the knowledge of word roots, suffixes and prefixes gained in the course
Program and course assessment activities are deployed and results collected in accordance with the
College’s assessment schedule. Please refer to the information in the syllabus regarding the applicability
of the assessment activity for the current semester.

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