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BTEC 100 Computer Keyboarding 3
Introduces keyboarding using the microcomputer and individualized instruction media. Provides instruction and practice on the alphabet, number, and symbol keys, and the 10-key numeric keypad. Graded on a pass/fail basis.

BTEC 101 Basic Word Processing/Formatting 3–5
Emphasizes skill building, proofreading, basic word processing concepts including letters, memos, tables and basic reports.
Prerequisite: BTEC 100 or equivalent or instructor’s permission

BTEC 104 Introduction to Business Technology 5
Introduces current business software and technology. Students receive hands-on practice in electronic communication and information retrieval, word processing, spreadsheet analysis, graphic presentation, and database management. Integrates career planning, effective teamwork and workplace ethics.

BTEC 105 Keyboarding Speed/ Accuracy Building 1-4
Provides an individualized skill-building program for students who need or want to increase their keyboarding accuracy. Graded on a pass/fail basis.
Prerequisite: BTEC 100 or equivalent

BTEC 106 Proofreading Skills 1-2
Builds student skills in finding, marking, and correcting errors in business communications. Provides special techniques for locating errors.

BTEC 111 Intermediate Word Processing 5
Increases students’ knowledge of Microsoft Word through classroom instruction and guided practice including tables, columns, reports, mail merge, fliers, graphics, styles, templates, macros, and file management. Utilize software features to properly format business documents.
Prerequisite: BTEC 101 or equivalent or instructor’s permission, and a minimum keyboarding speed of 35 wpm or concurrent enrollment in BTEC 105

BTEC 112 Advanced Word Processing 5
Presents advanced word processing features using Microsoft Word. Students design and format tri-fold brochures and magazine articles; create fill-in form templates, outlines, table of contents, master documents and advanced tables; use advanced editing techniques and advanced merging.
Prerequisite: BTEC 111 or equivalent or instructor’s permission, and a minimum keyboarding speed of 40 wpm or concurrent enrollment in BTEC 105.

BTEC 113 Applied Word Processing & Desktop Publishing 5
Provides project-based applications that integrate word processing, spreadsheets, databases, accounting, desktop publishing and business communications to build and reinforce document-processing skills. Communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills are emphasized to prepare students for the workplace.
Prerequisite: BTEC 112 or equivalent or instructor’s permission, and a minimum keyboarding speed of 40 wpm or concurrent enrollment in BTEC 105

BTEC 125 Filing 1-3
Introduces four major types of filing according to the ARMA rules: alphabetic, geographic, numeric, and subject. Rules for alphabetic indexing are emphasized. Practice is given in coding, indexing, and filing. Computerized filing using MS Access is also included.

BTEC 131 10-Key Operations 1
Develops speed and accuracy by touch on the 10-key electronic calculator and the computer numeric keypad. In addition, students will demonstrate a competency in the use of the special features of a calculator.

BTEC 132 Applications for the Electronic Calculator 1
Continues to develop speed and accuracy by touch on the 10-key electronic calculator skills.
Prerequisite: BTEC 131

BTEC 145 Word Processing I 1-3
Introduces students to Microsoft Word. Develops word processing skills in creating, editing, and formatting research papers and business correspondence, including tables, columns, and graphics. This class is offered in a lab environment.

BTEC 146 Word Processing II 1-3
Offers additional training in Microsoft Word using advanced features and formatting techniques in creating outlines, brochures, magazine articles, fill-in forms, tables, and using macros, templates, styles, and advanced merging. This class is offered in a lab environment.
Prerequisite: BTEC 145 or equivalent, or instructor’s permission

BTEC 147 Introduction to Desktop Publishing 1-3
Provides hands-on instruction using Microsoft Publisher. Emphasizes formatting and enhancing text, developing styles, using columns and tables with special effects, and working with art, Design Gallery, Page Wizard, and drawing tools to create professional-looking publications. This class is offered in a lab environment.
Prerequisite: BTEC 145 or equivalent skill

BTEC 161 Intro to ICD-9 Coding in the Medical Office (Part I) 4
Teaches the rules and guidelines utilized in the assignment of ICD-9 codes. Students will select and assign the appropriate codes to diagnoses and procedures performed in both inpatient and outpatient settings, and learn to extract diagnoses from a patient’s record.

BTEC 162 Intro to ICD-9 Coding in the Medical Office (Part II) 4
Continues to develop and reinforce the rules and guidelines utilized in the assignment of ICD-9 codes. Students will select and assign the appropriate codes to diagnoses and procedures performed in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Prerequisite: BTEC 161 or instructor’s permission

BTEC 164 Legal Aspects of the Medical Office 2
Presents the legal, ethical, and bioethical issues relevant to medical office settings. Course features legal cases and legislation. Topics include patient confidentiality, advance directives, consents, professional liability, medical malpractice, release of information, and the professional code of ethics.

BTEC 169 Introduction to Basic CPT Coding 3
Introduces the rules and guidelines of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding, which is utilized in the reimbursement of outpatient procedures and surgeries. Students will learn how to use the CPT coding book. Course also introduces the evaluation and management processes used for physician reimbursement and the government regulations regarding CPT coding.

BTEC 171 Medical Reception Procedures 3
Provides a foundation of basic knowledge and skills for employment in a doctor’s office or clinic. Topics include reception techniques, medical records and related laws, appointment scheduling, telephone use and message taking, and office maintenance.

BTEC 172 Medical Office Procedures 4
Provides instruction and practice for advanced administrative support skills employed in the medical office. Topics include payroll procedures, banking; fees, credit and collections; patient and insurance billing; bookkeeping, including practice in single-entry methods; and diagnostic and procedural coding.
Prerequisite: BTEC 171, ENGL 100 or higher; MATH 070 or higher

BTEC 173 Computers in the Medical Office 3
Prepares students for administrative talks in health care practices. Using computer software students learn to input patient information, schedule appointments and handle billing and insurance claims.
Prerequisite: BTEC 171 and BTEC 172

BTEC 181 Medical Terminology I 1-3
Provides a foundation for building a medical vocabulary including the study of prefixes, roots, suffixes, combining forms, and pronunciation. Emphasis is on using medical terms accurately in documenting and reporting patient care procedures.

BTEC 182 Medical Terminology II 1-3
Continues the focus of BTEC 181 incorporating actual medical records and demonstrating how medical terminology is used in the clinical setting. Electronic media are used.
Prerequisite: BTEC 181 or MEDA 101

BTEC 185 Medical Machine Transcription 1-3
Provides intensive transcription practice from actual hospital medical records or prerecorded tapes of medical case histories, admissions, operative reports, and other materials used by the medical profession.
Prerequisite: BTEC 101 and BTEC 182 or equivalent

BTEC 186 Advanced Medical
Machine Transcription 1-3
Continues to develop students’ medical transcription skills. Students transcribe from actual hospital medical records.
Prerequisite: BTEC 101, BTEC 182, and BTEC 185 or equivalent

BTEC 211 Machine Transcription 1-3
Develops correct techniques for operating a transcribing machine while emphasizing spelling, punctuation, grammar, document formatting, and related word processing techniques.
Prerequisite: BTEC 101, BTEC 190 or ENGL 101, or instructor’s permission

BTEC 231 Legal Terminology/Transcription 1-3
Provides instruction in legal terminology including definitions of terms and correct pronunciation. Further practice is provided through required transcription of dictated legal material.
Prerequisite: BTEC 101

BTEC 232 Legal Transcription 1-3
Develops skills in preparing various specialized legal documents. Machine transcription skills are essential.
Prerequisite: BTEC 231

BTEC 260 Office Procedures 5
Serves the needs of Business Technology students completing their BTEC program. Students will practice and enhance essential skills for today’s modern office including teamwork, time management, employment preparedness, basic bookkeeping, critical thinking, office technology, communication, and cultural diversity awareness to prepare them for transition from school to work.
Prerequisite: BTEC 112, 190, and BSAD 104 or equivalent, or instructor’s permission