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2019 - 2020 FCC Academic Catalog
MATH 170-Introduction to
Discrete Mathematics (3)
Prerequisite: Grade of B or better in MA 82 or MA
85 OR Grade of C or better in MATH 145 or MATH
145S or MA 130 or MA 130S OR appropriate
score on mathematics placement test
(formerly MA 202)
Presents topics including sets and logic, elementary
number theory, graph theory, matrices, algorithm
design, mathematical induction and recursion.
Intended for students pursuing a STEM major
to develop their problem-solving skills.
MATH 175-Applied Calculus (3)
• Gen Ed Math
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MATH 145 or
MATH 145S or MA 130 or MA 130S or appropriate
score on mathematics placement test
(formerly MA 201)
Presents methods for finding the derivatives
and integrals of algebraic and transcendental
functions with applications in each program. This
course is a brief, applied version of traditional
Calculus designed to help students understand
how calculus is used in business, biology, and/
or the social sciences. This course is not intended
to replace traditional Calculus, nor can it be used
as a prerequisite for Calculus I or Calculus II.
MATH 185-Calculus I (4)
• Gen Ed Math
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MATH 165 or MA 111
(formerly MA 210)
Presents topics including functions, limits, continuity,
the derivative concept, differentiation techniques
(including product rule, quotient rule, chain rule,
and implicit differentiation), applications of the
derivative, and definite and indefinite integral
concepts. The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus is
discussed and used in the context of introductory
integration. Intended for students in mathematics,
science, engineering, medical, and other technical
programs as the first course in the three-semester
calculus sequence (MATH 185, MATH 195, MATH 285).
MATH 195-Calculus II (4)
• Gen Ed Math
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MATH 185 or MA 210
(formerly MA 211)
Presents the second of three courses in the
calculus sequence. Topics include methods and
applications of integration, improper integrals,
sequences and series, Taylor approximations,
and an introduction to differential equations.
MATH 220-Introduction to MATLAB (1)
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MATH 185 or MA 210
(formerly MA 214)
Provides an introduction to MATLAB, is a multi-
paradigm numerical computing environment
and fourth-generation programming language,
including popular toolboxes. The course
consists of interactive workshops with students
doing sample MATLAB problems in real time.
Problem-based MATLAB assignments are given
which require significant time on MATLAB.
MATH 265-Linear Algebra (4)
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MATH 185 or MA 210
(formerly MA 218)
Includes systems of linear equations,
determinants, vectors in 2- and 3-space, vector
spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues
and eigenvectors and applications.
MATH 275-Differential Equations (3)
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MATH 195 or MA 211
(formerly MA 213)
Presents the principles involved in solving
differential equations of order one. Topics covered
include initial value problems, reduction of order,
homogeneous linear equations, undetermined
coefficients, systems of linear equations, power
series solutions about ordinary points, Laplace
transform, separable variables, linear and non-
linear models, and variation of parameters.
MATH 285-Calculus III (4)
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MATH 195 or MA 211
(formerly MA 212)
Presents the final course in the three-semester
calculus sequence. Topics include functions of several
variables and their graphs, vectors, parametric
equations, partial derivatives, multiple integrals and
applications, Green s Theorem, Stokes Theorem
and the fundamental theorem of line integrals.
MEDA: Medical Assisting
MEDA 101-Foundations of Medical Assisting I (3)
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MEDA 109
(formerly MDA 101)
Introduces the professional responsibilities of
the administrative and clinical medical assistant.
Emphasizes interpersonal communication, records
management, administrative responsibilities,
financial administration, patient education, and
patient care activities for the physician's office.
MEDA 102-Foundations of
Medical Assisting II (3)
Prerequisite: MEDA 101; Prerequisite
or Co-requisite: MEDA 109
(formerly MDA 102)
Defines the theories and skills necessary for a clinical
medical assistant. Topics covered include (but
are not limited to): medical asepsis, performance
of blood borne pathogens, OSHA regulations,
general patient care, patient care activities,
and position and measurement of vital signs.
Students will obtain specimens for clinical tests.
MEDA 108-Basic Medical Terminology (1)
Prerequisite: ENGL 70 or ENGL 75 or
ESOL 72 or Co-requisite: ENGL 75
(formerly MDA 108)
Provides students with the basic medical
terminology framework needed before advancing
to a more comprehensive medical terminology
or anatomy and physiology based course.
MEDA 109-Medical Terminology (3)
Prerequisite: ENGL 70 or ENGL 75 or
ESOL 72 or Co-requisite: ENGL 75
(formerly MDA 109)
Teaches the basic principles of building and defining
medical words. Students use techniques learned
to develop an extensive medical terminology
vocabulary. No previous knowledge of anatomy,
physiology or pathology is necessary.
MEDA 112-Medical/Administrative
Office Applications (3)
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: CMIS 101 and MEDA 109
(formerly MDA 112)
Covers the general flow of information in a
medical office and the role that computers play
in administrative tasks. Simulation software is
used to reflect today's office environment such
as variety in fee schedules, patient scheduling,
and office hour organization. Students will
perform additional office procedures including
insurance claims and financial tasks.
MEDA 115-Phlebotomy Skills (3)
Prerequisite: ENGL 70 or ENGL 75 or ESOL 72
(formerly MDA 115)
Develops skills in a variety of blood collection
methods using proper techniques and standard
precautions. Blood collection procedures
performed include vacuum collection devices,
syringes, capillary skin puncture, butterfly
needles and blood culture, and specimen
collection on adults. Collection of specimens
from children and infants is discussed. Emphasis
will be placed on infection prevention, patient
identification, specimen labeling, quality assurance,
specimen handling, processing, accessioning,
professionalism, ethics, and medical terminology.
Course Descriptions
MEDA 140-Medical Assisting Practicum I (1)
Prerequisites: MEDA 102 and (MEDA
112 or MEDA 115) and CMIS 101
(formerly MDA 104)
Provides supervised placement in a contracted
facility for guided experience in application of
knowledge and skill of business and administrative
skills in a medical office. Emphasis is placed on
enhancing competence in medical skills necessary
for comprehensive patient care and strengthening
professional communications and interactions.
MEDA 150-Healthcare
Administration Practicum I (1)
Prerequisite: MEDA 109, MEDA 112, and CMIS 101
(formerly MDA 105)
Provides supervised placement in a contracted
facility for guided experience in the application
of business and administrative skills in a
healthcare office. Emphasis is placed on
enhancing competence in medical office skills for
comprehensive patient care and strengthening
professional communications and interactions.
MEDA 201-Medical Assisting Clinical Skills I (3)
Prerequisite: MEDA 102; Prerquisite or Co-
requisite: MEDA 140 or MDA 104
(formerly MDA 201)
Develops routine laboratory skills and techniques
required for assisting patients in a medical
office. Emphasizes laboratory activities and
responsibilities of the laboratory technician for
a physician's office. Skills include (but are not
limited to): collecting, handling, and examining
laboratory specimens and using phlebotomy
procedures according to OSHA regulations.
Students are required to complete a minimum of
20 hours of clinical work in a physician's office.
MEDA 202-Medical Assisting Clinical Skills II (3)
Prerequisite: MEDA 201
(formerly MDA 202)
Develops proper clinical techniques based
on theories of clinical laboratory testing.
Demonstrates use of clinical/physician office
equipment. Skills include (but are not limited to):
collecting, handling, and examining laboratory
specimens and using phlebotomy procedures
according to OSHA regulations. Students are
required to complete a minimum of 20 hours
of clinical work in a physician's office.
MEDA 204-Medical Assisting Practicum II (2)
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MEDA 202
(formerly MDA 204)
Provides students with supervised patient-care
experience in the medical office. Emphasis is
placed on enhancing competence in clinical and
laboratory skills necessary for comprehensive
patient care and strengthening professional
communications and interactions.
MEDA 205-Healthcare Administration
Practicum II (2)
Prerequisite: MEDA 216
(formerly MDA 205)
Provides supervised placement in a contracted
facility for guided experience applying business
and administrative knowledge and skills in
a medical office to strengthen professional
communications and interactions.
MEDA 209-Pharmacology for
Medical Office Practice (3)
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MEDA 109
(formerly MDA 110)
Defines and describes therapeutic action and
major side effects of common drugs, principles
of medication, and dosage calculations. Students
will be completing clinical and multimedia
application assignments encountered in a clinic/
doctor's office setting. Each anatomical system
will be the subject of a unit in this course. This
course is not intended for the nursing student.
MEDA 216-Diagnostic and
Procedural Medical Coding (3)
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: CMIS 101
and MEDA 109
(formerly MDA 216)
Introduces the structure and conventions of
diagnostic ICD (International Classification of
Diseases) and procedural CPT (Current Procedural
Terminology) coding. Covers a variety of medical
specialties and coding issues encountered in
healthcare providers' offices. Broadens medical
coding knowledge and enhances medical coding
skills with hands-on simulations using a widely
accepted medical coding software package.
MEDA 218-Health Insurance Billing
and Reimbursement (3)
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MEDA 216
(formerly MDA 218)
Provides in-depth study of processing health
insurance claims. Examines all aspects of medical
insurance including plan options, payer requirements,
state and federal regulations, abstraction of
source documents, accurate completion of claims,
coding of diagnoses, and procedures/services.
MEDA 220-Electronic Health Records (3)
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: CMIS 101 and MEDA 109
(formerly MDA 220)
Introduces students to Electronic Health
Records (EHR) through an examination of
existing transitions and structures between
medical facilities. Practical applications and
guided exercises will enable the student to be
prepared for changes in the healthcare field.
MEDA 222-Federal Healthcare
Programs and Laws (3)
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: CMIS 101 and ENGL 101
(formerly MDA 222)
Prepares students in allied health programs to
enter the workforce with a basic understanding
of federal healthcare programs and federal
healthcare laws. The course will provide
students with a knowledge of the populations
receiving assistance from the government as
well as identifying the federal laws that govern
workers' provisions of health services laws.
MUSC: Music
MUSC 101-Music History and Appreciation (3)
• Gen Ed Arts
Prerequisites: (ENGL 70 or ENGL 75) OR (ESOL
72 and ESOL 73) OR Co-requisite: ENGL 75
(formerly MU 101)
Traces the development of musical expression in
Western Art Music by providing an introduction of
musical elements such as melody, harmony, tone
color, rhythm, form, and texture. Students will be
able to identify style periods and representative
composers from the Middle Ages to the Modern
Era and demonstrate musical knowledge
through directed listening and topical writing
assignments. Music reading skills unnecessary.
MUSC 103-Fundamentals of Music (3)
• Gen Ed Arts
Prerequisites: (ENGL 70 or ENGL 75) OR (ESOL
72 and ESOL 73) OR Co-requisite: ENGL 75
(formerly MU 103)
Covers the basic elements of music such as note
reading, rhythm, scales, key signatures, and intervals.
Includes an introduction to fundamental keyboard
skills and simple ear training exercises. Intended
for students with limited musical knowledge who
wish to study music theory or learn to read music.
MUSC 106-Ear Training and Musicianship I (1)
Prerequisite: MUSC 103 or permission of department
(formerly MU 106)
Converts theoretical knowledge into practical
application through sight-singing, ear-training, and
rhythmic exercises. Study concepts are derived from
material introduced in Music Theory I, including
major and minor scales, intervals, sequential patterns
and simple melodies, rhythmic patterns, tempos, and
triads.
Note: Concurrent enrollment in Music
Theory (MUSC 111) and Ear Training and
Musicianship I is required of all music majors.