Course Syllabus
COURSE SYLLABUS
COURSE INFORMATION
Course Name: Medical Terminology
Course ID/Section: HSC 1531~ 26671
Term/Year: Spring 2021
Modality: Online
Length of Term: 16 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
INSTRUCTOR CONTACT INFORMATION
Instructor: Natasha Forbes-Thorne
Email: nforbesthorne@valenciacollege.edu
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Catalog Description:
This course is the study of the language of medicine. This includes construction, analysis, spelling, application and pronunciation of medical terms as well as how they relate to the structure and function of the human body. It explores the use of medical words and abbreviations used in clinical procedures, pathophysiology, and case histories.
Prerequisites
None.
COURSE OUTCOMES
- Student will use prefixes and suffixes along with a defined root word to translate the prefix or suffix and write the meaning of the total word.
- Student will use a description of a physiological condition or anatomical structure to select an appropriate prefix or suffix that accurately describes the condition or structure.
- Student will use medical terms consisting of two or more Greek or Latin roots, and with one root defined, complete the definition by translating the other root and writing the meaning of the total word.
- Student will use medical terms made up of 2 or more Greek or Latin roots with a prefix or a suffix, to expand the given definition of one root so that the entire word is defined.
- Student will use common medical abbreviations and symbols to write the meaning of these abbreviations and symbols.
- Student will use a report utilizing medical terms, symbols and abbreviations to define words and interpret the report as to the type of condition and the treatment being recommended.
- Student will analyze selected terms related to conditions of the body organs.
- Student will analyze selected terms related to the diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the body systems.
- Student will correctly use medical terms in the presentation of case histories and case studies.
- Student will Identify medical abbreviations.
- Student will correctly pronounce and spell medical terms.
REQUIRED TEXTBOOK
Below is an image of the required textbook:
Medical Terminology: Acquiring Medical Language
Jones & Cavanagh, 2nd edition. McGraw-Hill
**You must purchase the access code to complete your online coursework (connect code).
COMPUTER/EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS
Students should verify computer software and hardware requirements to ensure course work can be submitted successfully. Since all assignments are submitted through Canvas (unless otherwise noted), access to a computer is required for this course. Students have free access to computers at all Valencia campuses.
Canvas lists minimum computer specifications and supported browsers to ensure compatibility. The Chrome browser is recommended.
Students are also encouraged to install the Canvas app on their Android phone or iPhone in order to receive mobile notifications and to access your courses via your mobile device.
TECHNOLOGY ACCESS/SKILLS
Students should consider the basic computer skills needed to be successful in this course, which include:
- Reading and responding to emails
- Software application skills (PowerPoint, Word, Office365, etc.)
- Internet and library database browsing
- Copying and pasting
- Saving files in different formats
- Working with attachments
- File management
Canvas 101 is a free self-paced course available for student to learn more about using the Canvas learning management system we are using for this course.
Special Concerns: Dual Enrollment Students and Bright Futures Students should be aware of all Financial Aid guidelines related to any and all of the completion of their courses.
COURSE POLICIES
Attendance Policy
Students must log into the course on the first day and complete the Start Here Module first. Regularity in the virtual classroom is vital to academic success, especially in this online course. If a student does not sign on at least once per week, he or she will be considered absent for the entire week. After not logging on for 2 weeks of class, you can be dropped from the course. It is the student’s responsibility to inform the instructor of any circumstances warranting an absence from class. Do not schedule events or travel if you cannot access the internet at least once per week. This stated attendance policy will be strictly upheld.
Late Work/Makeup Policy
Your assignments in this course will be due at 11:59 pm on the established due date. Please contact me immediately if you are unable to complete the assigned tasks by the due date. You must have a legitimate reason for missing the deadline.
Make-up coursework will only be allowed in cases of documented student emergencies. For student emergencies, it is the student’s responsibility to contact the instructor and be prepared to provide documentation within one week unless special arrangements have been made previously.
Extra Credit Policy
If extra credit opportunities arise during the semester, students will be notified via Announcements. The facilitator of this course is not required to provide students with extra credit opportunities.
Third Party Software & FERPA Policy
Valencia College has a firm commitment to protecting the privacy rights of its students. Third-party software privacy policies will be provided at the point of use within the course.
Valencia College has a firm commitment to protecting the privacy rights of its students. In making this commitment, the College wants to ensure that all faculty and staff are familiar with state and federal laws pertaining to student privacy, as well as College policies and procedures that have been implemented to help guarantee student privacy.
Valencia I.D. Cards Statement
Your student ID card can be obtained in the Security office on any Campus once you have registered and paid for your classes. You will need your student ID card to access campus services such as the Library and Testing Center. The first student ID card is free. There is a $5 fee for a replacement card. Student IDs can be used for library access, testing purposes
and discounts in the community.
Final Exam Policy
*NOTE: It is required that students take the Final Exam at the scheduled examination time. Failure to do so could result in a failing grade for the course, unless arrangements have been made for a make-up exam in accordance with College policy.
Grading Scale
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Total Percentage |
Letter Grade |
|---|---|
|
90% - 100% |
A |
|
80% - 89% |
B |
|
70% - 79% |
C |
|
60% - 69% |
D |
|
0% - 59% |
F |
Grading Breakdown
The course grade is based upon total points earned in the course divided by total possible points.
Quizzes/Exams may include questions consisting of multiple choices, true-false, matching, fill-in the blank, and diagrams. You will not be given extra attempts for quizzes that you open and start taking by accident or before being fully prepared.
In order to calculate your grade, add up the total number of points you have earned and divide by the total number of points possible.
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ASSIGNMENTS |
TOTAL SCORES |
|---|---|
|
Quizzes |
120 |
|
Discussions |
10 |
|
LearnSmart Module |
13 |
|
Assignments |
65 |
|
Exams |
300 |
|
Other Activity |
80 |
|
Total |
588 (Points are approximate and subject to faculty discretion) |
Communication Policy
Check your email regularly & communicate with me through the Canvas Inbox, which you can find on the left global navigation menu. I will be monitoring email from 9:00 am- 4:00 pm Monday- Friday. I will return your emails as soon as possible. If you contact me outside of those hours, please be prepared to wait until the next virtual office hours for a response.
Netiquette
It is important to be aware of your behavior in an online learning environment to ensure positive interactions with your instructor and peers. In order to maintain a positive online environment, we all need to follow the guidelines summarized below.
All students are expected to:
- show respect for the instructor and for other students in the class.
- respect the privacy of other students.
- express differences of opinion in a polite and rational way.
- maintain an environment of constructive criticism when commenting on the work of other students.
- avoid bringing up irrelevant topics when involved in group discussions or other collaborative activities
The following list summarizes the kind of behavior that is not acceptable. Each item listed below is grounds for removal from the class.
Students should not:
- Show disrespect for the instructor or for other students in the class.
- Send messages or comments that are threatening, harassing, or offensive.
- Use inappropriate or offensive language.
- Convey a hostile or confrontational tone when communicating or working collaboratively with other students.
- USE ALL UPPERCASE IN THEIR MESSAGES -- THIS IS THE EQUIVALENT OF SHOUTING!!
COLLEGE POLICIES
A full description of all College policies can be found in the College Catalog, Policy Manual and the Student Handbook.
Important Dates
Full Term: Classes begin January 11th. Drop/ Refund/No Show Deadline - 11:59 p.m. Jan 19th. Withdrawal deadline for W grade is March 26th. Classes end May 2nd. Final exams are scheduled for the last class period for this part of the term.
No Show Policy
Class attendance is required for face-to-face classes beginning with the first class meeting. If you do not attend the first class meeting, you may be withdrawn from the class as a “no show.” Class attendance is required for online classes; students who are not actively participating in an online class and/or do not submit the required attendance activity or assignment by the scheduled due date must be withdrawn by the instructor at the end of the first week as a "no show". If you are withdrawn as a “no show,” you will be financially responsible for the class and a final grade of “WN” will appear on your transcript for the course.”
Withdrawal Policy
Per Valencia Policy 4-07 (Academic Progress, Course Attendance and Grades, and Withdrawals), a student who withdraws from class before the established deadline for a particular term will receive a grade of “W. A student is not permitted to withdraw after the withdrawal deadline. See Important Dates for the Withdrawal Deadline for the part of term of this course. A student who is withdrawn by faculty for violation of the class attendance policy will receive a grade of “W”. Any student who withdraws or is withdrawn from a class during a third or subsequent attempt in the same course will be assigned grade of “F”. For click this link for complete policy and procedure overview on Valencia Policy 6Hx28:4-07.
See College calendar for important dates and final exam schedule.
Standards of Classroom Conduct
Valencia College is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge and learning and to the development of responsible personal and social conduct. By enrolling at Valencia College, a student assumes the responsibility for becoming familiar with and abiding by the general rules of conduct as listed in 6Hx28: 8-03 and the Student Handbook. Even though Faculty manage the classroom environment, the primary responsibility for maintaining a respectful and civil learning environment rests with the students. Students who violate the Student Code of Conduct may be referred to the Dean of Student's Office for disciplinary action, which may result in a sanction up to and including expulsion.
Academic Honesty
Each student is required to follow Valencia’s policy regarding academic honesty. All work submitted by students is expected to be the result of the student’s individual thoughts, research, and self-expression unless the assignment specifically states “group project.” Any act of academic dishonesty will be handled in accordance with Valencia policy as set forth in the Student Handbook and Catalog.]
STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Valencia College is interested in making sure all our students have a rewarding and successful college experience. To that purpose, Valencia students can get immediate help with issues dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, substance abuse, time management as well as relationship problems dealing with school, home or work. BayCare Behavioral Health Student Assistance Program (SAP) services are free to all Valencia students and available 24 hours a day by calling (800) 878-5470. Free face-to-face counseling is also available.
LEARNING SUPPORT SERVICES
Learning Support Services provides students with academic support through tutoring, library services and resources. Tutoring is offered in most academic disciplines including math, science and coursework specific to each campus. Online tutoring is offered through Smarthinking and can be accessed through Atlas. Assistance with library research can be accessed in person or online through Atlas. Students also have access to resources such as calculators, laptops, iPads, group study rooms and quiet study rooms within the Learning Support areas. For campus specific information, please visit the college-wide Learning Support Services.
DISTANCE TUTORING & TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT AT VALENCIA
You can easily access Valencia’s free distance tutoring and tech support from a computer, laptop or mobile device.
Distance tutoring services are provided fully online via Zoom. Through this service, you will receive real-time assistance via a Valencia tutor. Online tutoring is offered in: mathematics, sciences, accounting & economics, computer programming, EAP and foreign languages, and writing.
Online Learning Technology Support services are also available. You can receive assistance with navigating: Canvas, OneDrive, Zoom, YouTube, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, & PowerPoint), and Honorlock. Support is also provided for video editing (via iMovie and MovieMaker) and converting documents from a Mac to PC. For your convenience, tech support is available live (on-demand) via Zoom, by appointment, or via email.
To get started, please visit the Distance Tutoring and Learning Technology Support services . Through this site, you can view the schedule of tutors/tech support assistants, find available times, learn more about the services, and access a collection of supplemental resources that are available 24/7.
Hours of Operation:
Monday-Friday: 8 am – 10 pm
Saturday & Sunday: 9 am – 7 pm
OFFICE OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES INFORMATION
Students with disabilities who qualify for academic accommodations must provide a Notification to Instructor (NTI) form from the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) and discuss specific needs with the professor, preferably during the first two weeks of class. The Office for Students with Disabilities determines accommodations based on appropriate documentation of disabilities.
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TITLE IX STATEMENT
Valencia College strives to be a place free from all forms of discrimination. Title IX protects students from discrimination
based upon sex including protections against sexual violence, domestic violence, and stalking. This also includes protections for students who are pregnant or may become pregnant. If you experience sexual violence, domestic violence or stalking and would like assistance there are several options available to you. Valencia partners with the Victim Service Center of Central Florida which is a confidential resource available 24/7. They can also be reached at 407-497-6701. If you would like assistance on campus, you can go to Valencia College's Equal Opportunity and Title 1X site or contact Valencia College’s Title IX and Equal Opportunity Officer, Ryan Kane, by emailing rkane8@valenciacollege.edu. If you would like to report to law enforcement, you may visit Campus Security or call 911. Please note that there are no confidential resources on campus. As your professor, I am required to report any information
mentioned in this statement to the appropriate campus resources. This will include your name, and detailed information shared with me. We take privacy very seriously at the College and only those who have a legitimate need to know the information will be provided with this information. If you have more questions about Title IX or the College’s response, please visit Equal Opportunity and Title 1X mentioned above.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT
Changes to the course calendar may be made at the discretion of the professor, and students will be notified of any changes in class and/or via the Canvas Inbox conversations tool.
COURSE SUMMARY
We cover one chapter per week starting with chapter 1 in week 1.
Week 1 LearnSmart Chapter 1 Module
Discussion Blog: Getting To Know You
Chapter 1 Assignment
Week 2 LearnSmart Chapter 2 Module
Chapter 2 Assignment
Quiz 1 (Chap 1-2)
Week 3 LearnSmart Chapter 3 Module
Chapter 3 Assignment
Week 4 LearnSmart Chapter 4
Chapter 4 Assignment
Quiz 2 (Chap 3-4)
Week 5 Exam 1 (Chap 1 thru 4)
Week 6 LearnSmart Chapter 5
Chapter 5 Assignment
Week 7 LearnSmart Chapter 6
Chapter 6 Assignment
Quiz 3 (Chap 5-6)
Week 8 LearnSmart Chapter 7
Chapter 7 Assignment
Week 9 LearnSmart Chapter 8
Chapter 8 Assignment
Quiz 4 (Chap 7-8)
Week 10 Exam 2 (Chap 5-8)
Week 11 LearnSmart Chapter 9
Chapter 9 Assignment
Week 12 LearnSmart Chapter 10
Chapter 10 Assignment
Quiz 5 (Chap 9-10)
Week 13 LearnSmart Chapter 11
Chapter 11 Assignment
Week 14 LearnSmart Chapter 12
Chapter 12 assignment
Quiz 6 (Chap 11-12)
Week 15 LearnSmart Chapter 13
Chapter 13 Assignment
Week 16 Final Exam 3 (Chap 9-13)