Office Technology

The classes listed under “Office Technology” were formerly listed under “Office Information Systems.”

OFTECH 1, Keyboarding I    3 units

Transfer: CSU

This course is designed to teach keyboard mastery by touch, improve speed and accuracy, and use Microsoft Word to create and revise business documents. Proofreading skill development is also included.

2787   Arrange-12 Hours    ONLINE-E   Leiva C Y

Above section 2787 meets for 13 weeks, Mar 03 to May 30, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the internet. For additional information, go to smconline.org (schedule of classes).

NEW 3313    Arrange-10.5 Hours    ONLINE-E   Leiva C Y

Above section 3313 meets for 8 weeks, Apr 14 to Jun 06, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the internet. For additional information, go to smconline.org (schedule of classes).

OFTECH 1A, Keyboarding 1A    1 unit

Transfer: CSU

This course is intended for students without previous keyboarding instruction. Emphasis is on keyboard mastery, correct keyboarding techniques, and proofreading skills.

2788   9:30a-10:20a MW   BUS 253   McKay J H

2789   11:15a-12:05p MW   BUS 253   McKay J H

2790   12:45p-2:50p MW   BUS 253   McKay J H

Above section 2790 meets for 8 weeks, Feb 11 to Apr 02.

2791   12:45p-2:50p MW   BUS 253   McKay J H

Above section 2791 meets for 8 weeks, Apr 14 to Jun 04.

4468   6:45p-8:50p M   BUS 253   Leiva C Y

OFTECH 1B, Keyboarding 1B    1 unit

Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Office Technology 1A.

Students develop speed and accuracy. Emphasis is on using Microsoft Word to produce letters, memos, tables, and reports.

2792   9:30a-10:20a MW   BUS 253   McKay J H

2793   11:15a-12:05p MW   BUS 253   McKay J H

2794   12:45p-2:50p MW   BUS 253   McKay J H

Above section 2794 meets for 8 weeks, Feb 11 to Apr 02.

2795   12:45p-2:50p MW   BUS 253   McKay J H

Above section 2795 meets for 8 weeks, Apr 14 to Jun 04.

4469   6:45p-8:50p M   BUS 253   Leiva C Y

OFTECH 1C, Keyboarding 1C    1 unit

Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Office Technology 1B.

Students develop speed and accuracy. Emphasis is on using Microsoft Word to produce business correspondence, reports, and employment documents.

2796   9:30a-10:20a MW   BUS 253   McKay J H

2797   11:15a-12:05p MW   BUS 253   McKay J H

2798   12:45p-2:50p MW   BUS 253   McKay J H

Above section 2798 meets for 8 weeks, Feb 11 to Apr 02.

2799   12:45p-2:50p MW   BUS 253   McKay J H

Above section 2799 meets for 8 weeks, Apr 14 to Jun 04.

4470   6:45p-8:50p M   BUS 253   Leiva C Y

OFTECH 5, English Skills for the Office    3 units

Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to review principles of grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and number format; improve vocabulary and spelling; and develop proofreading and editing skills. Word Processing software is used to create and revise business documents.

2800   Arrange-6.5 Hours    ONLINE-E   Mantabe P

Above section 2800 meets for 8 weeks, Feb 11 to Apr 04, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the internet. For additional information, go to smconline.org (schedule of classes).

OFTECH 9, Keyboarding Improvement (1,1,1)    1 unit

Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None.

Emphasis is on speed and accuracy development, keyboarding technique, and proofreading skills. This course is repeatable up to three units.

2801   9:30a-10:20a MW   BUS 253   McKay J H

2802   11:15a-12:05p MW   BUS 253   McKay J H

2803   12:45p-2:50p MW   BUS 253   McKay J H

Above section 2803 meets for 8 weeks, Feb 11 to Apr 02.

2804   12:45p-2:50p MW   BUS 253   McKay J H

Above section 2804 meets for 8 weeks, Apr 14 to Jun 04.

4471   6:45p-8:50p M   BUS 253   Leiva C Y

OFTECH 20, Medical Vocabulary    3 units

Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to develop medical vocabulary skills. Topics include word parts (roots, combining forms, prefixes, and suffixes), body structure, major body systems, and pharmacology. HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) guidelines and Internet research tools are also discussed.

2805   Arrange-4.5 Hours    ONLINE-E   Mantabe P

Above section 2805 meets for 13 weeks, Mar 03 to May 30, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the internet. For additional information, go to smconline.org (schedule of classes).

OFTECH 21, Medical Terms and Transcription 1    3 units

• Prerequisite: None.

This is a beginning course in operating transcribing machines to produce medical documents. Students learn to transcribe, proofread, and edit a variety of medical documents, including chart notes, history and physical reports, consultations, office procedure notes, and X-ray reports. Emphasis is on vocabulary development related to major body systems, formatting, and language skills.

NEW 3215    Arrange-10 Hours   ONLINE-E    Gross D M     

Above section 3215 meets for 8 weeks, Apr 14 to Jun 06, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the internet. For additional information, go to smconline.org (schedule of classes).

OFTECH 23, Medical Billing (Medisoft)    3 units

• Prerequisite: None.

This course teaches students to use MediSoft, a popular medical billing accounting software program. Students learn to enter patient and case information, schedule appointments, process transactions, and produce reports and patient statements.

2808   Arrange-7 Hours    ONLINE-E   Mantabe P

Above section 2808 meets for 13 weeks, Mar 03 to May 30, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the internet. For additional information, go to smconline.org (schedule of classes).

OFTECH 24, Medical Coding/Billing 1    3 units

• Prerequisite: None.

Coding is defined as the translation of diagnoses, procedures, services, and supplies into numeric and/or alphanumeric components for statistical reporting and reimbursement purposes. This course introduces students to ICD-9-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding procedures.

2809   Arrange-6 Hours    ONLINE-E   Williamson T D

Above section 2809 meets for 8 weeks, Feb 11 to Apr 04, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the internet. For additional information, go to smconline.org (schedule of classes).

OFTECH 25, Medical Coding/Billing 2    3 units

Prerequisites: Office Technology 24.

This course continues the study of medical coding/billing. Students develop skills in applying ICD-9-CM, CPT, and HCPCS LEVEL II codes to the following specialty areas: integumentary system, orthopedics, cardiovascular system, obstetrics/gynecology systems, radiology, pathology, and laboratory procedures.

2810   Arrange-6 Hours    ONLINE-E   Williamson T D

Above section 2810 meets for 8 weeks, Apr 14 to Jun 06, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the internet. For additional information, go to smconline.org (schedule of classes).

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