This course is a continuation of ME 111 and uses a systematic approach to learn medical terms, standard medical abbreviations and spellings. This is a one credit hour course. Prerequisite: ME 111, Medical Terminology I

ME 121 assist students, who are interested in pursuing a healthcare career, continue to learn basic medical terminology using a systematic approach.

ME 121 will transfer to most community colleges. Information concerning articulation agreements with regional colleges and universities can be obtained through NMJC’s counseling office. It is important to check with the institution to which you are planning to transfer to determine transferability. Planning for course credit transfer is ultimately the student’s responsibility. All students are encouraged to keep the course syllabus, as it will help determine the transferability of this course credit to another institution.

Required:

Leonard, P. C. (2009). Building a medical vocabulary. (7th ed.). Philadelphia, PA: W.B. Saunders Company.

Internet accessibility.

Suggested:
None.

You can buy your books online at the NMJC Bookstore.

Students attending New Mexico Junior College will be evaluated according to the following grading scale:

						90 - 100%	=	A
						80 -  89%	=	B
						70 -  79%	=	C
						60 -  69%	=	D
					 	 0 -  59%	=	F

The final grade represents 100% and you must achieve at least a 70% to pass the course. NO LATE WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED.

CLASS ATTENDANCE:
You are expected to be at every class. This is an extremely fast-paced course and failure to attend one class can be detrimental to the final grade in the course. Attendance counts toward your professional grade

TARDIES:
Tardies are counted against the professional grade. Three (3) tardies = one (1) absence.

UNABLE TO ATTEND CLASS:
If the student is unable to attend class, it is the student's responsibility to notify the home school AND the secretary of ACT Adacemy. Further information will be given out during class

Tips for Success in Courses:
1. Attend every class session.
2. Pay attention.
3. Take notes.
4. Keep up with readings and assignments.
5. Ask questions when you do not understand something.
6. Utilize your professor’s office hours and e-mail.
7. Read the text.
8. Adhere to the deadlines posted in the course outline.

During the semester, students are encouraged to:
1. Use a word-building system to learn medical terms.
2. Exercise the understanding for exactness in medical vocabulary.
3. Analyze complex medical terms by dividing them into simpler components.
4. Acquire a basic foundation in medical terminology that will lead to recognizing thousands of medical terms related to anatomy and physiology, diagnostic tests and procedures, pathology, surgery, and therapy.
5. Use the pronunciation guide to pronounce medical terms correctly.
6. Recognize the singular form and plural form of terms.

Each chapter has specific learning goals stated at the beginning of the chapter. Students that demonstrate an understanding of the learning goals/objectives should be able to achieve a score of 70% or greater on chapter exams.

Chapter Ten – Digestive System
Upon completion of the chapter, students should be able to:
1. Recognize the structures and functions of the digestive system.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the three classes of nutrients and their functions, and identify glucose as the major source of cellular energy.
3. Identify the role of the accessory organs of digestion.
4. Use the word parts associated with the digestive system and use them to build and analyze terms.

Chapter Eleven – Urinary System
Upon completion of the chapter, students should be able to:
1. Identify the structures of the urinary tract and their functions.
2. Identify renal failure as the cause of uremia.
3. Identify blood, glucose, ketones, proteins, or large numbers of red cells or white cells as abnormal findings in a urine specimen.
4. Associate genitourinary infections and certain sexually transmitted diseases.
5. Write the meanings of word parts associated with the urinary system and use them to build and analyze terms.

Chapter Twelve – Reproductive System
Upon completion of the chapter, students should be able to:
1. Identify the structures and functions of the major male and female reproductive structures
2. Name the three types of uterine tissue.
3. Write the meanings of word parts and use them to build and analyze terms.

Chapter Thirteen – Reproduction and Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Upon completion of the chapter, students should be able to:
1. Demonstrate a general understanding of fertilization, implantation, and growth of the embryo.
2. Select the correct meanings of terms related to pregnancy, labor, and the newborn.
3. Match contraceptives with their characteristics.
4. Match sexually transmitted diseases with their characteristics.

Chapter Fourteen – Musculoskeletal System
Upon completion of the chapter, students should be able to:
1. Identify the major bones of the body.
2. Match bones, muscles, and supporting structures with their functions.
3. Differentiate the different types of body movement.
4. Match types of fractures with their descriptions.
5. Identify the three types of muscles and their functions.

Chapter Fifteen – Nervous System & Psychological Disorders
Upon completion of the chapter, students should be able to:
1. Match the major divisions and structures of the nervous system with their functions.
2. Match the structures of the nervous system with their descriptions.
3. Identify the stimuli for the five types of receptors.
4. Use the word parts to build and analyze terms.
5. Match several disorders of the nervous system with their characteristics.

Chapter Sixteen – Integumentary
Upon completion of the chapter, students should be able to:
1. Identify the functions of the skin.
2. Match the epidermis, dermis, and adipose tissue with their characteristics.
3. Recognize the accessory structures and their functions.
4. Write the meaning of word parts associated with the integumentary system and use them to build and analyze medical terms.
5. Match different types of skin lesions with their descriptions.

Chapter Seventeen – Endocrine System
Upon completion of the chapter, students should be able to:
1. Identify several glands of the endocrine system.
2. Identify the pituitary gland as the master gland.
3. Describe two ways in which the pituitary gland cooperates with the nervous system to maintain homeostasis.
4. Recognize the hormones associated with the major endocrine organs and their target organs or functions.
5. Differentiate between endocrine and exocrine glands.
6. Recognize structural and functional aspects of the breasts.
7. Write the meaning of word parts associated with the endocrine system and use them to build and analyze medical terms

Leonard, the textbook’s author, uses the programmed learning method that is a “fast and effective means of becoming familiar with medical language, eliminating much of the medium of memorization” (2001, p. 2). It is important to study the chapters in the sequence presented because each chapter builds upon the next (specifically chapters 1 – 7).

CLASSROOM POLICY/PROCEDURE AND GRADING REFERENCE

In order for students to learn and me to teach, adherence to this policy is expected. Remember, there are others in class who really are here to learn. Time in class should help prepare the student to participate in the clinical rotation during the spring semester. Therefore, many of the professional types of behavior (see Professionalism section of policy) the student is expected to display in the work place and during the clinical rotation will also be expected while in the classroom. This is a college level class and students are expected to act in a mature, responsible manner at all times while on campus, and as a student representing my class. Student expectations are set to assist in developing productive members of the workforce. Please keep a mature and positive attitude. We talk about a wide variety of topics and issues during this class, including different religions, cultures and ethnicities, gender issues, growth and development, anatomy, medical terms and conditions including sexual development and issues.
I will never purposely try to offend anyone, so if a student feels offended by anything that is discussed, they should talk to me about this. Let’s make this a great semester.

Student and parent/guardian are encouraged to discuss with me the students' progress or any other concern(s) by calling my office (McLean Hall 129D) or cell phone – both listed below. Office hours are by appointment only.

**UPDATES TO THIS POLICY/PROCEDURE MAY BE MADE AT THE DISCRETION OF THE INSTRUCTOR**
IMPORTANT NUMBERS:
Mrs. Henning Mrs. Carol Marquez – Office: 492-2860
Office: 492-2535 Campus Security: 399-2033
Home: 391-8108
Email: jdh986@yahoo.com
jhenning@nmjc.edu

SUPPLIES: (any infraction will result in a deduction of 3 points from professional grade for each item daily)
Non-clicking pen – BLACK INK ONLY
No. 2 pencils
Loose paper – COLLEGE RULED
Folder/Binder large enough to hold loose paper
One box of Kleenex
Large container of antibacterial wipes (Lysol or equivalent)
3x5 index cards (lined or unlined)
TEXTBOOK PROVIDED

SUBJECTS COVERED: Medical Terminology, Nutrition, and A&P for Technical Programs.

COLLEGE CREDIT: In order to receive college credit for the above subjects, students must achieve a grade of 70% in each subject, and achieve a grade of 70% on each final exam.

ATTENDANCE: (any infraction will result in a deduction of 3 points from professional grade)
Students are expected to ride the bus to and from campus and attend every class session. Unlike high school attendance policies, students missing class for ANY REASON other than a school activity will be counted as absent. Students are late if they are not in their assigned seats by the beginning of class. Any student not in class by the time attendance is posted is considered absent. Students entering class while attendance is being taken is considered tardy. 3 tardies = 1 absence. This includes being tardy following break. (i.e., tardy before class (-3 pts) tardy after break (- 3 pts) = - 6 pts from professional grade plus 2 tardies.)

CELL PHONE USE: The use of ANY electronic device is prohibited during class. Students will be asked to turn phones OFF and leave them in the basket on the teacher’s desk. If parents need to reach their child, please call Mrs. Marquez (492-2860) who will then notify the student. If Mrs. Marquez is unavailable, please call or text Mrs. Henning (390-2534). When time permits, our break times are between 9:25 and 9:35 in the morning. (any infraction will result in 3 points deducted from professional grade)

CPR TRAINING: During one week of this semester, our class will be training in CPR. It is imperative that the student attend ALL sessions of this training in order to receive certification. If any portion of the CPR training is missed, the student will not receive certification and must acquire this certification elsewhere.

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY: Mrs. Marquez’s office is located in the Don Whitaker Automotive Technology Center.
1. Parent/guardian should call Mrs. Carol Marquez’s office (492-2860) and she will contact me in the classroom.
2. Student will be sent to her office to be picked up by parent/guardian.
3. Parent/guardian must come into the building to sign out the student.
4. Student will not be allowed to leave campus with anyone other than parent/guardian without permission.
*If Mrs. Marquez is not available – please call or text Mrs. Henning’s cell phone: 390-2534 (personal).
*If neither Mrs. Marquez nor Mrs. Henning is available, call Campus Security: 399-2033 and give them:
1. Name of student
2. Mrs. Henning’s name (Jill Henning)
3. Mrs. Henning’s room number (McLean Hall, room 114)
4. Mrs. Henning’s cell phone (390-2534)
*First call Mrs. Marquez – if unavailable, then call or text Mrs. Henning. If unable to reach either, then call
SECURITY 399-2033.

LEAVING EARLY: A permission slip signed by the principal and a parent/guardian should be presented to the instructor at the beginning of class if student must leave early. Mrs. Marquez will then verify this with the home school. Parent/guardian should physically check-in with Mrs. Marquez to remove student from campus.
PLEASE adhere to this policy for the safety of your child.

DOCTOR APPOINTMENTS: All medical/dental appointments should be made after class so that your child can attend class and receive subject information.

EXAMS:
1. Must be taken on the scheduled date unless school excused absence.
2. Make-up exams – will cover material from class lecture AND textbook. May or may not be in the same format and may or may not have the same questions as the original exam.

HOMEWORK/CLASSROOM ASSIGNMENTS:
1. All work must be turned in (on time or late). Work not presented at the beginning of class on or before the date due will receive a grade of ZERO.
2. When feasible, assignments may be turned in via email using RTF format and 12 size font. It will be the student’s responsibility to see that the work has been received prior to or by the due date. No excuse will be accepted for not getting the work turned in on time.
3. All work must be completed in Black ink or 5 points will be subtracted from overall assignment grade.
4. Any correction made should be as follows: (The rain in Sapin fall manly on the lpains jh Spain falls mainly on the plain) – one line through mistake, initials, and replace with intended text (subtract 5 points for each mistake not properly corrected).
5. No scribbling through mistakes.
6. ABSOLUTELY NO WHITE OUT. White-Out cannot be used on legal documents and therefore, may not be used for work in this class. Words must be spelled properly (subtract 2 points for EACH misspelled word).
7. Professional points will also be subtracted for missed and/or late work, or work improperly corrected.


RESEARCH & PRESENTATION ASSIGNMENTS: Students may be given a research assignment each semester. Data collected will be presented by the student during class in a convincing and professional manner, using proper and coherent English. Both must be completed in order for student to qualify for attending the spring semester. At the instructors discretion, presentations may be given to other appropriate audiences during class.

BREAK TIMES: (any infraction will result in 3 points deducted from professional grade)
1. Used for:
a. Visiting the restroom
b. Making and/or receiving IMPORTANT phone calls
c. Having a QUICK snack
d. Visiting with friends
2. Given at the discretion of the instructor approximately half-way through the class period.
3. Can be revoked at any time.
4. Habitual tardiness from break will result in the removal of break-time
5. Students must stay within the vicinity of the classroom and may not leave the building during break time.
6. No food or drink (including chewing gum) allowed during class period. Exception for bottled water.

CLASS PARTICIPATION: (non-participation will result in 3 points deducted from professional grade)
1. Grade based on:
a. Attendance (if you are not in attendance, you cannot participate)
b. Participation in the discussion (do you add to the discussion or sit without saying anything)
c. Work on the assignment – individual and/or group (do you visit with your neighbor or work on the assignment)
2. DO NOT SLEEP IN CLASS.
3. Please do not visit during class time. Before or after class and during break time should be used to visit.

CLASS CONDUCT: (any infraction may result in 3 points deducted from professional grade)
1. Raise your hand
2. Don’t interrupt, gossip, or whine about assignments
3. Always be respectful to classmates and instructors
4. Do not sit on desks, cabinets, equipment (including beds and wheelchair, etc.)
5. *Do not cheat on exams/quizzes,
6. **Do not talk during lectures/tests/quizzes/guest or class mate presentations
7. ***Do not disrespect substitute instructor, guests, classmates or equipment
*will result in a zero for exam and a written recommendation for OCS and/or dismissal from the program.
** will result in a deduction of 3 or more points from professional grade
***depending on the offense, the points/infraction may be as high as 25 pts deducted from professional grade

PERSONAL APPEARANCE: (any infraction will result in 3 points deducted from professional grade)
1. Dress appropriately, according to dress policy of home school.
a. Neck lines should not dip below 2nd -3rd button
b. Pant should be on hips without showing buttocks or any cleavage.
c. Student should be able to raise arms without exposing midriff, ETC, ETC.
d. Smocks will be issued at the discretion of the instructor and write-ups are possible
2. Daily personal hygiene
a. Shower daily
b. Brush teeth and hair daily
c. Wear deodorant
d. Change feminine products appropriately
3. ABSOLUTELY NO GROOMING IN CLASS. This includes, but is not limited to:
a. Tweezing eyebrows
b. Applying make-up
c. Using hair spray, or perfume
d. Brushing hair, and so forth
4. Hickies on any exposed skin MUST be covered.
5. No sunglasses, unauthorized headdress, etc.



Bad word list (any infraction will result I 3 points deducted from professional grade)
No need to list the BAD WORDS…you know what is and isn’t appropriate. ANSWER WITH YES or NO – not yep/yeah/uh-huh/nope/what. If you don’t understand, say, “I don’t understand, can you please repeat that?”, or “Excuse me?” Do not use: SHUT-UP, STUPID, IDIOT, DUMMY, RETARD, etc., or CURSE-WORDS OF ANY KIND or IN ANY LANGUAGE nor use any terms referring to body parts (male or female) unless as appropriate to the discussion.

PROFESSIONALISM: As mentioned above, you will be graded on professional behavior in the classroom, while participating in any class activity, and while on campus, including walking to and from the bus or while waiting on the bus to depart from campus. You receive 100 professional/class conduct points per half-semester. 3 points will be subtracted for each infraction. Professional grade during fall semester should remain above 70% in order to participate in the clinical rotation during spring semester.

PROFESSIONAL SAFETY – Safety issues may arise from time to time. As these issues occur, class discussion will be held to help the student(s) understand why professional safety is important and why it should be an important concern.


ANY TYPE OF DRUG USE ON CAMPUS OR COMING TO CLASS UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ELICIT DRUGS, OR ALCOHOL MAY RESULT IN THE IMMEDIATE DISMISSAL FROM THE PROGRAM

Students will be held responsible for the information on these pages.

Academic Honesty
Each student is expected to maintain the highest standards of honesty and integrity in online academic and professional matters. The College reserves the right to take disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal, against any student who is found guilty of academic dishonesty or otherwise fails to meet these standards. Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, dishonesty in quizzes, tests, or assignments; claiming credit for work not done or done by others; and nondisclosure or misrepresentation in filling out applications or other College records. Cheating or gaining illegal information for any type of graded work is considered dishonest and will be dealt with accordingly.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Information
Any student requiring special accommodations should contact the Special Needs Student Services Coordinator at (575) 492-2576 or by e-mail at specialneeds@nmjc.edu.

Attendance Policy
Attendance is required at every session of each course for which the student is enrolled. When unavoidable circumstances make attendance impossible, students must provide a satisfactory explanation of their absences to their professors. College-sponsored activities are considered excused absences and the appropriate sponsor of those students who will be absent from class will notify professors. Students having absences due to college-sponsored activities will need to make arrangements with the affected classes / professor to take care of required work; however, arrangements for make-ups should be made within a reasonable time frame, usually within one week of the absence. Regarding make-up work, absences due to late registration are considered the same as regular absences.

Cell Phones/Pagers
All cell phones and pagers must be turned off when the student is participating in any lecture, laboratory, or other learning activity.

Classroom Conduct
The professor is responsible for maintaining a class environment best suited for effective learning. By registering for this class, the student is assumed to have entered into an agreement with New Mexico Junior College and the professor to attend the class regularly and to behave in an appropriate manner at all times. Disruptive behavior may result in the student being removed from the class.

Food and Drink Policy
Food items and soft drinks may not be consumed in NMJC classrooms. Students are also discouraged from bringing food and drink items into the classroom even though these items remain in sealed packaging. Bottled water is permissible.

No Children in the Classroom
In order to adhere to instructional procedures as well as maintain the safety of children, NMJC’s policy of no children in the classrooms (lecture, lab, etc.) will be followed.

Plagiarism
Offering the work of another as one’s own, without proper acknowledgment, is plagiarism; therefore, any student who fails to give credit for quotations or essentially identical expression of material taken from books, encyclopedias, magazines and other reference works, or from the themes, reports, or other writings of a fellow student, is guilty of plagiarism. Plagiarism violates the academic honesty policy and is considered cheating.

Smoking/Use of Tobacco
New Mexico Junior College is cognizant of the health hazards associated with smoking / use of tobacco for the smoker, as well as the non-smoker. In an effort to provide a healthy environment for students, employees, and others who may frequent the campus, NMJC prohibits smoking / use of tobacco inside any campus building or facility.

Tutoring Assistance
Free tutoring services are available to all NMJC students through Brainfuse and the Learning Resource Center located in Mansur Hall room 121.

Withdrawal Policy
Regular, punctual attendance is required for all classes at NMJC. Although the professor has the right to drop any student who has missed the equivalent of 2 weeks of instruction (based on a 16 week semester) whether it’s a face to face, online, or a hybrid course, it is not guaranteed that the professor will drop the student. If the student chooses to stop attending a class, he/she should withdraw from the class by accessing your student account in the T-Bird Web Portal at www.nmjc.edu, or submitting the required paperwork to the Registrar’s Office by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 20, 2012. All students are encouraged to discuss their class status with the professor prior to withdrawing from the class.