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OPH-121 Anatomy & Phys-Eye
This course covers the anatomical and physiological functions of the eye and its associated structures. Emphasis is placed on normal vision and common disorders of the visual system. Upon completion, students should be able to describe the visual process and label and describe the function of each part of the eye.
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OPH-131 Optical Dispensing I
This course introduces the historical and modern dispensing practices and the laws governing opticianry. Topics include basic eyeglass choices, measurements, dispensing, adjustments, and record keeping. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate patient needs and wearing success.
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OPH-132 Optical Dispensing II
This course provides a continuation of the study of optical dispensing. Emphasis is placed on advanced dispensing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to design and dispense appropriate eyewear for a variety of patients.
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OPH-141 Optical Theory I
This course introduces the principles of optics and ophthalmic lens design. Topics include basic theory and basic optical formulas. Upon completion, students should be able to use the metric system, define basic optical terms, and perform basic optical calculations.
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OPH-142 Optical Theory II
This course continues the study of optical theory begun in OPH 141. Topics include intermediate and advanced theory and formulas. Upon completion, students should be able to perform intermediate and advanced optical calculations.
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OPH-215 Laboratory Proficiency
This course provides preparation for the NC State Board of Opticians Examination. Emphasis is placed on speed and accuracy in all items on the competence list. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and accurately demonstrate proficiency in all items on the laboratory competence list.
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OPH-222 Optical Business Management
This course covers basic optical business management and current eyecare trends and practices. Topics include professional ethics, inventory, accounting, personnel, insurance, advertising, litigation, equipment, and future trends. Upon completion, students should be able to apply basic principles of management to the optical business setting.
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OPH-233 Advanced Optical Procedures
This course introduces special optical procedures. Topics include advanced optical assessments and calculations. Upon completion, students should be able to describe appropriate patient care.
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OPH-243 Technical Proficiency
The course provides preparation for the NC State Board of Opticians Examination. Emphasis is placed on the topics relevant to the written portions of this examination. Upon completion, students should be able to pass each part of a capstone examination with a grade of 70 or better.
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OPH-251 Optical Internship I
This course provides practical experience under the direct supervision of an opticianry instructor. Emphasis is placed on communication and dispensing skills. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in all course objectives.
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OPH-260 Basic Contact Lens Concepts
This course introduces the theory of contact lens fitting. Emphasis is placed on rigid and soft contact design and fitting concepts. Upon completion, students should be able to describe basic contact lens fitting concepts.
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OPH-261 Contact Lenses I
This course introduces rigid contact lens fitting. Emphasis is on clinical applications, patient selection, design parameters, instrumentation, and corneal physiology. Upon completion, students should be able to describe patient evaluation and fitting procedures for rigid lenses, recognize problems and determine effective and appropriate solutions.
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OPH-262 Contact Lenses II
This course continues the study of contact lens fitting. Emphasis is placed on soft contact lens and advanced fitting design and techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the competence required for the National Contact Lens Examination and the NC State Board of Opticians Examination.
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OPH-282 Optical Externship II
This course provides practical experience in assigned businesses, with emphasis on observation and practical application. Emphasis is placed on working conditions in different production settings and time demands. Upon completion, students should be able to complete eyewear in a safe and timely manner to proper specifications and in conjunction with other employees.
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OSC-3030A Medical Coding I ICD 10-CM
ICD-10-CM (International Classification of Disease, Clinical Modification) consists of diagnosis codes. ICD-10-CM is used in US healthcare settings. In this course, students will learn the conventions and guidelines, as well as how to apply ICD-10-CM to scenarios. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the concepts of ICD-10-CM and apply applicable codes to diagnoses. Prerequisite: Completion of Medical Terminology for A&P course at Durham Tech or another college. Students must submit proof of prerequisites prior to registration. Please email cealliedhealth@durhamtech.edu for questions regarding the program or registration process.
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OSC-3030B Medical Coding II- CPT/HCPCS
This course introduces students to CPT and HCPCS Level II codes and gives students an overview of guidelines. Students learn how to abstract documentation for procedural coding and to identify services the patient received. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the concepts of CPT and HCPCS Level II and apply applicable codes. Prerequisites: 1) Completion of Medical Coding I-ICD-10-CM course at Durham Tech or another college; AND 2) Completion of Medical Terminology for A&P course at Durham Tech or another college. Students must submit proof of prerequisites prior to registration. Please email cealliedhealth@durhamtech.edu for questions regarding the program or registration process.
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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.
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OST-134 Text Entry & Formatting
This course is designed to provide 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.
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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.
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OST-137 Office Applications I
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.
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OST-138 Office Applications II
This course is designed to improve the proficiency in the utilization of software applications used in business offices through a hands-on approach. Emphasis is placed on in-depth usage of software to create a variety of documents applicable to current business environments. Upon completion, students should be able to master the skills required to design documents that can be customized using the latest software applications.
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OST-148 Medical Insurance and Billing
This course introduces fundamentals of medical insurance and billing. 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.
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OST-149 Medical Legal Issues
This course introduces the complex legal, moral, and ethical issues involved in providing health-care 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.
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OST-164 Office Editing
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.
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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.
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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.
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OST-289 Office Administration Capstone
This course is designed to be a capstone course for the office professional and provides a working knowledge of administrative office procedures. Emphasis is placed on written and oral communication skills, office software applications, office procedures, ethics, and professional development. Upon completion, students should be able to adapt in an office environment.
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OST-3000A Med Admin. Assist. W/Clin Lab
This course provides training for the skills required to work as a medical administrative assistant. Course topics include electronic medical records, health insurance, basic medical terminology, basic EKG and phlebotomy skills, effective telephone etiquette, appointment scheduling, internal and external customer service, financial records of patients, and preparation of medical reports. Students also gain experience in understanding medical laws and ethics, using effective oral and written communications, handling front-office operations, and assisting physicians and medical staff. Prerequisites: 1) Must be at least 18 years old, AND 2) High School Diploma or Equivalent. Students must submit proof of prerequisites prior to registration. Please email cealliedhealth@durhamtech.edu for questions regarding the program or registration process.
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OST-3000B Med. Administrative Assistant
This course provides training for the skills required to work as a medical administrative assistant. Course topics include electronic medical records, health insurance, basic medical terminology, effective telephone etiquette, appointment scheduling, internal and external customer service, financial records of patients, and preparation of medical reports. Students also gain experience in understanding medical laws and ethics, using effective oral and written communications, handling front-office operations, and assisting physicians and medical staff. Prerequisites: 1) Must be at least 18 years old, AND 2) High School Diploma or Equivalent. Students must submit proof of prerequisites prior to registration. Please email cealliedhealth@durhamtech.edu for questions regarding the program or registration process.
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OST-3100P Microsoft Word, Excel, PPT
This course is designed to introduce you to the basic features and functions of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Students must have basic computer and keyboarding skills as this is not taught in this class. Students are required to bring a flash drive to download student files.