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OST:  Office System Technologies
 
OST 122 - Office Computations
This course introduces the keypad and the touch method using the electronic calculator. Topics include mathematical functions in business applications. Upon completion, students should be able to use the electronic calculator to solve a wide variety of problems commonly encountered in business.
     
Class Hours:  1
Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  2
Day:
   On Demand
Evening:
   On Demand
Credit Hours:  2
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
OST 130 - Comprehensive Keyboarding  

This course is designed to develop keyboarding skills and introductory document formatting.  Emphasis is placed on keyboarding techniques and formatting basic business documents.  Upon completion, students should be able to create documents in an ever-changing workplace. .Students must make a grade of “C” or better to continue OST 132 or OST 134.
     
Class Hours: 2
Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours: 2
  
Day:
   Fall, Spring
Evening:
   Fall, Spring
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
OST 131 - Keyboarding
This course covers basic keyboarding skills. Emphasis is placed on the touch system, correct techniques, and development of speed and accuracy. Upon completion, students should be able to key at an acceptable speed and accuracy level using the touch system. An acceptable speed is at least 25 wam and no more than five errors.
     
Class Hours: 1
Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  2
 
Day:
   Fall, Spring
Evening:
   Fall, Spring
Credit Hours:  2
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
OST 132 - Keyboard Skill Building
This course is designed to increase speed and improve accuracy in keyboarding. Emphasis is placed on diagnostic tests to identify accuracy and speed deficiencies followed by corrective drills. Upon completion, students should be able to keyboard rhythmically with greater accuracy and speed.
     
Class Hours: 1
Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  2
Day:
   Fall, Spring
Evening:
   Fall, Spring
Credit Hours:  2
Prerequisites: OST 130 (Local)
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings: None
 
 
OST 134 - Text Entry & Formatting
This course is designed to provide the skills needed to increase speed, improve accuracy, and format documents. Topics include letters, memos, tables, and business reports. Upon completion, students should be able to produce documents and key timed writings at speeds commensurate with employability.
     
Class Hours:  2
Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  2
Day:
   Fall, Spring
Evening:
   Fall, Spring
Credit Hours:  3
Prerequisites: OST 130 with a grade of "C" or better (Local)
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
OST 135 - Adv. Text Entry & Formatting
This course is designed to incorporate computer application skills in the generation of office documents.  Emphasis is placed on advanced document production.  Upon completion, students should be able to make independent decisions regarding planning, style, and method of presentation.
     
Class Hours:  3
Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  2
Day:
   Fall, Spring
Evening:
   Fall, Spring
Credit Hours:  4
Prerequisites: OST 134
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
OST 136 - Word Processing
This course is designed to introduce word processing concepts and applications.  Topics include preparation of a variety of documents and mastery of specialized software functions.  Upon completion, students should be able to work effectively in a computerized word processing environment. Students will use the most current Word software package in this course. Students must pass OST 136 with a grade of “C” or better to continue to OST 236.
     
Class Hours: 2
 Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  2
Day:
   Fall, Spring
Evening:
   Fall, Spring
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  Internet
 
 
OST 137 - Office Software Applications
This course introduces the concepts and functions of software that meets the changing needs of the community.  Emphasis is placed on the terminology and use of software through a hands-on approach.  Upon completion, students should be able to use software in a business environment. Students will use the most current Microsoft Office software package in this course. Students must make a grade of “C” or better to pass this course.
     
Class Hours: 2
 Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  2
Day:
   Fall
Evening:
   Fall, On Demand
Credit Hours:  3
Prerequisites: OST 130 or aceptable keyboarding score of 30 WAM (Local)
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  Internet
 
 
OST 141 - Medical Terminology I-Med. Office
This course uses a language-structure approach to present the terminology and vocabulary that will be encountered in medical office settings. Topics include word parts that relate to systemic components, conditions, pathology, and disorder remediation in approximately one-half of the systems of the human body. Upon completion, students should be able to relate words to systems, pluralize, define, pronounce, and construct sentences with the included terms. Student MUST make a grade of “C” or better on Mid-term (Dean Vaughn 350 words) to continue in the course and must make a grade of “C” or better to go to OST 142.
     
Class Hours:  3
Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  0
Day:
   Fall
Evening:
   Fall, On Demand
Credit Hours:  3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
OST 142 - Medical Term. II-Med. Office
This course is a continuation of OST 141 and continues the study, using a language-structure approach of medical office terminology and vocabulary. Topics include word parts that relate to systemic components, conditions, pathology, and disorder remediation in the remaining systems of the human body. Upon completion, students should be able to relate words to systems, pluralize, define, pronounce, and construct sentences with the included terms.
     
Class Hours:  3
Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  0
Day:
   Spring
Evening:
   Spring, On Demand
Credit Hours:  3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
OST 148 - Medical Coding, Billing, and Insurance
This course introduces fundamentals of medical coding, billing, and insurance.  Emphasis is placed on the medical billing cycle to include third party payers, coding concepts, and form preparation.  Upon completion, students should be able to explain the life cycle of and accurately complete a medical insurance claim.
     
Class Hours:  3
Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  0
Day:
   Spring
Evening:
   Spring On Demand
Credit Hours:  3
Prerequisites: OST 141 (Local)
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
OST 149 - Medical Legal Issues
This course introduces the complex legal, moral, and ethical issues involved in providing healthcare services. Emphasis is placed on the legal requirements of medical practices; the relationship of physician, patient, and office personnel; professional liabilities; and medical practice liability. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of current medical law and accepted ethical behavior.
     
Class Hours:  3
Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  0
Day:
   Spring
Evening:
   On Demand
Credit Hours:  3
Prerequisites: OST 164 (Local)
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  Internet
 
 
OST 164 - Text Editing Applications
This course provides a comprehensive study of editing skills needed in the workplace. Emphasis is placed on grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, proofreading, and editing. Upon completion, students should be able to use reference materials to compose and edit text.
     
Class Hours:  3
Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  0
Day:
   Fall
Evening:
   On Demand
Credit Hours:  3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
OST 165 - Advanced Text Editing Applications
This course is designed to develop proficiency in advanced editing skills needed in the office environment.  Emphasis is placed on the application of creating effective electronic office documents.  Upon completion, students should be able to apply advanced editing skills to compose text.
     
Class Hours:  2
 Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours: 2
Day:
   On Demand
Evening:
   On Demand
Credit Hours:  3
Prerequisites: OST 164
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
OST 181 - Introduction to Office Systems
This course introduces the skills and abilities needed in today’s office.  Topics include effectively interacting with co-workers and the public, processing simple financial and informational documents, and performing functions typical of today’s offices.  Upon completion, students should be able to display skills and decision-making abilities essential for functioning in the total office context.
     
Class Hours: 2
 Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  2
Day:
   Fall
Evening:
   Fall On Demand
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
OST 184 - Records Management 
This course includes the creation, maintenance, protection, security, and disposition of records stored in a variety of media forms.  Topics include alphabetic, geographic, subject, and numeric filing methods.  Upon completion, students should be able to set up and maintain a records management system.
     
Class Hours: 2
 Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  2
Day:
   Spring
Evening:
   Spring On Demand
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
OST 223 - Administrative Office Transcription I
This course provides experience in transcribing documents.  Emphasis is placed on appropriate formatting, advanced text editing skills, and transcription techniques.  Upon completion, students should be able to transcribe office documents. Students must make a grade of “C” or better to pass this course.
     
Class Hours: 2
 Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  2
Day:
   Fall, Spring
Evening:
   Fall, Spring
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: OST 164; and OST 134 or OST 136
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
OST 224 - Administrative Office Transcription II
This course provides instruction and practice in advanced transcription skills.  Emphasis is placed on specialized transcription features.  Upon completion, students should be able to transcribe complex business documents.
     
Class Hours:  1
Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  2
Day:
   Fall, Spring
Evening:
   Fall, Spring
Credit Hours:  2
Prerequisites: OST 223
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
OST 236 - Adv. Word/Information Processing
This course develops proficiency in the utilization of advanced word/information processing functions.  Emphasis is placed on advanced word processing features.  Upon completion, students should be able to produce a variety of complex business documents. Students will use the most current Word software package in this course.
     
Class Hours:  2
Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  2
Day:
   Spring
Evening:
   Spring On Demand
Credit Hours:  3
Prerequisites: OST 136
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  Internet
 
 
OST 241 - Medical Office Transcription I 
This course introduces machine transcription techniques as applied to medical documents. Emphasis is placed on accurate transcription, proofreading, and use of reference materials as well as vocabulary building. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare accurate and usable transcripts of voice recordings in the covered specialties. Students will use the most current Word software package in this course. Students must make a grade of "C" or better to pass this course.
     
Class Hours:  1
Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  2
Day:
   Fall, Spring
Evening:
   On Demand
Credit Hours:  2
Prerequisites: OST 164 (Local); MED 121 or OST 141
Corequisites:  OST 136 (Local)
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
OST 242 - Medical Office Transcription II 
This course continues building transcription techniques as applied to medical documents.  Emphasis is placed on accurate transcription and text editing, efficient use of  reference materials, increasing transcription speed and accuracy, and improving understanding of medical terminology.  Upon completion, students should be able to display competency in accurately transcribing medical documents.
     
Class Hours:  1
Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  2
Day:
   Fall, Spring
Evening:
   On Demand
Credit Hours:  2
Prerequisites: OST 241
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
OST 243 - Medical Office Simulation
This course introduces medical systems used to process information in the automated office.  Topics include traditional and electronic information resources, storing and retrieving information, and the billing cycle.  Upon completion, students should be able to use the computer accurately to schedule, bill, update, and make corrections.
     
Class Hours:  2
Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  2
Day:
   Spring
Evening:
   On Demand
Credit Hours:  3
Prerequisites: OST 130, OST 142, OST 241 (Local), and OST 148
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
OST 244 - Medical Document Production
This course provides production-level skill development in processing medical documents. Emphasis is placed on producing mailable documents through the use of medical-related materials. Upon completion, students should be able to perform competently in preparing accurate, correctly formatted, and usable documents.
     
Class Hours:  1
Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  2
Day:
   TBA
Evening:
   TBA
Credit Hours:  2
Prerequisites: OST 134; and OST 142 and OST 241 (Local)
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
OST 247 - Procedure Coding
This course provides in-depth coverage of procedural coding.  Emphasis is placed on CPT and HCPCS coding systems.  Upon completion, students should be able to properly code procedures and services performed in a medical facility.
     
Class Hours:  1
Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  2
Day:
   Fall
Evening:
   Fall On Demand
Credit Hours:  2
Prerequisites: MED 121 or OST 141
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
OST 284 - Emerging Technologies
This course provides opportunities to explore emerging technologies. Emphasis is placed on identifying, researching, and presenting current technological topics for class consideration and discussion. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the importance of keeping abreast of technological changes that affect the office
     
Class Hours:  1
Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  2
Day:
   TBA
Evening:
   TBA
Credit Hours:  2
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  None
 
 
OST 289 - Adminstrative Office Management

This course is designed to be a capstone course for the office professional and provides a working knowledge of modern office procedures.  Emphasis is placed on scheduling, telephone procedures, travel arrangements, event planning, office design, and ergonomics.  Upon completion, students should be able to adapt in an office environment. 

     
Class Hours:  2
 Semester(s) Course Schedule to be Offered:
Lab/Clinical/Work Exp. Hours:  2
Day:
   Spring
Evening:
   Spring On Demand
Credit Hours:  3
Prerequisites: OST 164 and either OST 134 or OST 136
Corequisites:  None
Distance Education Offerings:  Internet
 
 
 

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