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HUMAN RESOURCES/PEOPLESOFT BMGT

BMGT 1391 INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN RESOURCES/PEOPLESOFT APPLICATIONS
Prerequisites: POFI 1301 and POFT 1329
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 3 lab) (Computer Lab required)

A hands-on overview of the major areas of human resources/PeopleSoft as illustrated by PeopleSoft software applications. Some topics will cover accessing PeopleSoft, navigating the PeopleSoft interface, understanding PeopleSoft panels, using PeopleSoft panels, and creating queries.

BMGT 1394 INTERMEDIATE HUMAN RESOURCES/PEOPLESOFT APPLICATIONS
Prerequisite: BMGT 1391
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 3 lab) (Computer Lab required)

A continuation of Introduction to Human Resources/PeopleSoft with intermediate PeopleSoft software applications. Additional topics will include: understanding PeopleSoft Processes, PeopleSoft HRMS (Human Resource Management Systems), PeopleSoft HRMS modules, and advanced query topics.

BMGT 2305 ADVANCED COMMUNICATION APPLICATIONS (TEAM WORK AND CASE STUDIES)
Prerequisite: BMGT 1394
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab) (Computer Lab required)

Putting it all together/PeopleSoft: group projects, team applications, and implementation of results.

BMGT 2310 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT/PEOPLESOFT APPLICATIONS
Prerequisite: BMGT 1394
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 3 lab) (Computer Lab required)

Integration of Financial Management PeopleSoft into Human Resource functions, such as payroll, budgets, and benefits and administration.

BMGT 2331 TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT/PEOPLESOFT APPLICATIONS
Prerequisite: BMGT 2310
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 3 lab) (Computer Lab required)

Quality of productivity in organizations using PeopleSoft Applications. Includes planning for quality PeopleSoft reports, implementation of reports, development of reports for business decision-making. Additional topics will include: Accessing and setting up queries, aggregating totals, using SQR with PeopleSoft, and reporting tables.

PROFESSIONAL OFFICE INFORMATION POFI

POFI 1301 COMPUTER APPLICATIONS I
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 3 lab)

Hands-on overview of computer applications including current terminology and technology. Introduction to computer hardware, software applications, and procedures. The student will identify the components of a computer system and demonstrate basic proficiency in commonly used applications. Windows environment on PC compatible platform.
(Formerly CSCI 1338, WORD 1341, TECC 1347)

POFI 1341 COMPUTER APPLICATIONS II
Prerequisites: POFI 1301 and POFT 1329
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 3 lab)

Continued study of current computer terminology and technology. Advanced skill development in computer hardware, software applications, and procedures. The student will demonstrate proficiency in commonly used software applications and identify and explain the concepts involved in producing documents using advanced features of software applications. Emphasis is on developing end-user proficiency skills for office environments.
(Formerly WORD 1342)

POFI 1349 SPREADSHEETS
Prerequisites: POFT 1329 and POFI 1301
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 3 lab)

Skill development in the use of a spread-sheet software package. Topics include worksheet creation and manipulation functions, templates, macro programming database functions, data-table features, and graphics. The student will identify spreadsheet terminology and concepts; perform shortcut functions; modify worksheets; and insert graphics in worksheets. Study of computer applications from business productivity software suites. Emphasis is on develop-ing end-user proficiency skills for office environments.
(Formerly WORD 2344)

POFI 1380 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION-INFORMATION PROCESSING/DATA ENTRY TECHNICIAN
Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of Business Technology courses and program approval
Credit 3 (1 lecture, 20 lab)

Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (Formerly WORD 1442)

POFI 2331 DESKTOP PUBLISHING FOR THE OFFICE
Prerequisite: POFI 1341, POFI 1349
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 3 lab)

In-depth coverage of desktop publishing terminology, text editing, and use of POFT 1329 design principles to create publishing material using word processing desktop publishing features. Emphasis on layout techniques, graphics, and multiple page displays with the advanced MOUS (Microsoft Office User Specialist) certification review. (Replaces POFI 1345)

POFI 2380 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION-INFORMATION PROCESSING/DATA ENTRY TECHNICIAN
Prerequisite: POFI 1380
Credit 3 (1 lecture, 20 lab)

PROFESSIONAL OFFICE LEGAL POFL

POFL 1305 LEGAL TERMINOLOGY
Credit: 3 (3 lecture)
An introduction to legal terminology including spelling, pronunciation, and definition of legal terms and an overview of the law and the professions. (Formerly OFFT 1309)

POFL 1359 LEGAL TRANSCRIPTION
Prerequisite: POFL 1305
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 3 lab)
Skill development in comprehensive vocabulary, listening, organizing, and transcribing client-quality documents used in a legal office.
(Formerly OFFT 1353)

POFL 2305 LEGAL RESEARCH
Prerequisite: POFL 1305
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 3 lab)
Exploration of legal issues utilizing current and emerging research techniques. (Formerly LEGA

PROFESSIONAL OFFICE MEDICAL POFM

POFM 1313 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY I
Credit: 3 (3 lecture)
Instruction in the practical application of a medical vocabulary system. Topics include structure, recognition, analysis, definitions, spelling, pronunciation, and combination of medical items from prefixes, suffixes, roots, and combining forms. (Formerly OFFT 1307)

POFM 1331 MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION
Prerequisite: POFM 1313
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 3 lab)
Fundamentals of medical transcription including basic reports such as history and physicals, discharge summaries, consultations, operative reports, and other medical reports. Emphasis on development of speed and accuracy. (Formerly OFFT 1353)

POFM 1353 MEDICAL CODING (CODING I)
Prerequisite: POFM 1313
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 3 lab)
Presentation and application of basic coding rules, principles, guidelines and conventions utilizing various coding systems. This course is designed to introduce the fundamentals of coding systems-IDC, CPT, HCPCS & DSM-in multiple health information settings. MEDISOFT software applicable. (Formerly MEDT 1331)

POFM 2333 MEDICAL DOCUMENT PRODUCTION (CODING II)
Prerequisite: POFM 1353
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 3 lab)
Study of advanced concepts of medical office activities, practices, and procedures. Topics include advanced medical reports, transcription, coding, billing, insurance ac-tivities, and records management. This course is designed to provide practical applications of the linkage of the CPT-4 coding system. Medical references will be used for research and verification. MEDISOFT soft-ware applicable. (Formerly MEDT 1332)

PROFESSIONAL OFFICE TECHNOLOGY POFT

POFT 1319 RECORDS AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT I
Credit: 3 (3 lecture)

Introduction to basic records and information management. Includes the life cycle of a record, manual and electronic records management, and basic filing procedures and rules. The student will identify the stages in the life cycle of a Record; file and retrieve records using alphabetic, numeric, geographic, and subject filing systems, input, index, code, and cross-reference records; use tickler file, requisition, and charge-out procedures; and differentiate between manual and electronic filing. (Formerly RECM 1301)

POFT 1325 BUSINESS MATH AND MACHINE APPLICATIONS
Credit: 3 (3 lecture)

Skill development in the use of electronic calculators and business mathematical functions. Emphasis on business problem-solving skills using spreadsheet software and/or electronic calculator/keyboard. (Formerly OFFT 1352)

POFT 1329 KEYBOARDING AND DOCUMENT FORMATTING
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 3 lab)

Skill development in the operation of the keyboard by touch, applying proper keyboarding techniques. Emphasis on development of acceptable speed and accuracy levels and formatting basic documents. (Formerly OFFT 1350)

POFT 1345 SHORTHAND/NOTETAKING
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 3 lab)

An introduction to shorthand/notetaking principles. Mastery of accurate reading and writing of notes to produce mailable documents from dictation. (Formerly OFFT 1345)

POFT 1380 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION I
Prerequisite: Completion of 12 semester hours and department approval
Credit: 3 (1 lecture/seminar and 20 hours a week employment)

POFT 1392 SPECIAL TOPICS IN ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT -INTRODUCTION TO OFFICE TECHNOLOGY
Credit: 3 (3 lecture)

Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. An introduction to present and future resources used to facilitate handling of office information. Study will be made of equipment, applications and procedures, terminology and environmental factors affecting productivity, and career paths. (Formerly OFFT 1301)

POFT 2301 DOCUMENT FORMATTING AND SKILL BUILDING
Prerequisite: POFT 1329
Credit 3 (2 lecture, 3 lab)

A continuation of keyboarding skills in document formatting, speed, and accuracy. Emphasis on proofreading, editing, following instructions, and keying documents from various copies. (Formerly OFFT 1351)

POFT 2331 ADMINISTRATIVE SYSTEMS
Prerequisite: POFT 1329
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 3 lab)

Experience in project management and office procedures utilizing integration of previously learned skills. (Formerly OFFT 2364)

POFT 2359 RECORDS AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT III
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 3 lab)

Study of advanced records and information management systems and applications. Includes database software and systems evaluation, integration of records and information management technologies, and advanced case studies. The student will recommend records and information management database software and systems for business; analyze current records and information management operations and propose technology applications appropriate for an organization; and use a problem-solving approach to evaluate records and information management systems and determine applicable records and inform-ation management strategies using data-base software. (Formerly RECM 2304)

POFT 2380 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION II
Prerequisite: POFT 1380
Credit: 3 (1 lecture/seminar and 20 hours a week employment)

An experience external to the college for an advanced student in a specialized field involving a written agreement between the educational institution and a business or industry. Mentored and supervised by a work-place employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college and that are directly related to specific occupational outcomes. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (Formerly OFFT 2342)

BMGT 1325 OFFICE MANAGEMENT
Credit: 3 (3 lecture)

Systems, procedures, and practices related to organizing and planning office work, controlling employees' performance, and exercising skills.