2019 - 2020 Catalog
Course Descriptions for Business

Course Number: BUSI 1301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC

Course Title: Business Principles

This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Course Description: This course provides a survey of economic systems, forms of business ownership, and considerations for running a business. Students will learn various aspects of business, management, and leadership functions; organizational considerations; and decision-making processes. Financial topics are introduced, including accounting, money and banking, and securities markets. Also included are discussions of business challenges in the legal and regulatory environment, business ethics, social responsibility, and international business. Emphasized is the dynamic role of business in everyday life. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5201015104

Course Number: BUSI 1307 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC

Course Title: Personal Finance

This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Course Description: Personal and family accounts, budgets and budgetary control, bank accounts, charge accounts, borrowing, investing, insurance, standards of living, renting or home ownership, and wills and trust plans. NOTE: This course is not part of the business field of study and may not transfer toward a degree in business. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 1904015109

Course Number: BUSI 2301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC

Course Title: Business Law

This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite Recommended: High school coursework in U.S. history and government, or equivalent.
Course Description: The course provides the student with foundational information about the U.S. legal system and dispute resolution, and their impact on business. The major content areas will include general principles of law, the relationship of business and the U.S. Constitution, state and federal legal systems, the relationship between law and ethics, contracts, sales, torts, agency law, intellectual property, and business law in the global context. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 2201015124

Course Number: BUSI 2305 (3 Credit Hours) New course added April 1, 2019
Offered at BHC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC

Course Title: Business Statistics

This is a Texas Common Course Number.
Prerequisite: MATH 1324 or MATH 1314; BCIS 1305 or 1405.
Course Description: Descriptive and inferential statistical techniques for business and economic decision-making. Topics include the collection, description, analysis, and summarization of data; probability; discrete and continuous random variables; the binomial and normal distributions; sampling distributions; tests of hypotheses; estimation and confidence intervals; linear regression; and correlation analysis. Statistical software is used to analyze data throughout the course. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5213025104

Course Number: POFI 1104 (1 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College.
Offered at BHC, NLC, RLC

Course Title: Computer Fundamentals

This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Computer application specific software. Emphasizes the concurrent development of office skills and computer knowledge. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec.)

Course Number: POFI 1204 (2 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College.
Offered at BHC, CVC, RLC

Course Title: Computer Fundamentals

This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Computer application specific software. Emphasizes the concurrent development of office skills and computer knowledge. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 2 Lab.)

Course Number: POFI 1301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, EFC, ECC, NLC, RLC

Course Title: Computer Applications I

This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite Recommended: Keyboarding Proficiency.
Course Description: Overview of computer office applications including current terminology and technology. Introduction to computer hardware, software applications, and procedures. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

Course Number: POFI 1341 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC

Course Title: Computer Applications II

This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite Recommended: Computer Applications I or equivalent.
Course Description: Continued study of current computer terminology and technology. Advanced skill development in computer hardware, software applications, and procedures. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

Course Number: POFI 1349 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, EFC, ECC, NLC, RLC

Course Title: Spreadsheets

This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite Recommended: Basic Computer Skills.
Course Description: Skill development in concepts, procedures, and application of spreadsheets for business. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

Course Number: POFI 1441 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, EFC, ECC, NLC

Course Title: Computer Applications II

This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite Recommended: POFI 1301
Course Description: Continued study of current computer terminology and technology. Advanced skill development in computer hardware, software applications, and procedures. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)

Course Number: POFI 2301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC

Course Title: Word Processing

This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite Recommended: Basic Keyboarding Skills.
Course Description: Word processing software focusing on business applications. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

Course Number: POFI 2331 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College.
Offered at BHC, ECC, NLC, RLC

Course Title: Desktop Publishing

This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite Recommended: Keyboarding Skills.
Course Description: In-depth coverage of desktop publishing terminology, text editing, and use of design principles. Emphasis on layout techniques, graphics, multiple page displays, and business applications. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

Course Number: POFI 2340 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College.
Offered at BHC, NLC

Course Title: Advanced Word Processing

This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite Recommended: POFI 2301.
Course Description: Advanced word processing techniques using merging, macros, graphics, and desktop publishing. Includes extensive formatting for technical documents. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

Course Number: POFI 2440 (4 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College.
Offered at BHC, MVC, NLC

Course Title: Advanced Word Processing

This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite Recommended: POFI 2301.
Course Description: Advanced word processing techniques using merging, macros, graphics, and desktop publishing. Includes extensive formatting for technical documents. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)

Course Number: POFI 2450 (4 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, EFC, ECC, RLC

Course Title: Databases

This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite Recommended: Basic Computer Skills.
Course Description: In-depth instruction of database theory and the practical applications of a database. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)

Course Number: POFM 1191 (1 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College.
Offered at BHC

Course Title: Special Topics in Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary

This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: The simulation provides the students with the opportunity to analyze situations unique to a medical office setting, make decisions related to those situations, as well as experience the daily duties and responsibilities associated with an entry-level medical front office position. The simulation requires students to perform a series of tasks using Medisoft, a practice management software. Each task is an application of the knowledge required in the medical office. Topics include patient records, patient transactions, appointments, and reports. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lab.)

Course Number: POFM 1280 (2 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College.
Offered at BHC

Course Title: Cooperative Education-Medical Administrative/ Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary

This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 10 Ext.)

Course Number: POFM 1300 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College.
Offered at BHC

Course Title: Basic Medical Coding

This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite Recommended: MDCA 1313.
Course Description: Presentation and application of basic coding rules, principles, guidelines, and conventions utilizing various coding systems. (3 Lec.)

Course Number: POFM 1302 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College.
Offered at BHC, ECC, RLC

Course Title: Medical Software Applications

This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite Recommended: Basic keyboarding and computer skills.
Course Description: Medical software applications for the management and operation of health care information systems. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

Course Number: POFM 1317 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, EFC, ECC, RLC

Course Title: Medical Administrative Support

This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Instruction in medical office procedures including appointment scheduling, medical records creation and maintenance, telephone communications, coding, billing, collecting, and third party reimbursement. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)

Course Number: POFM 1327 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College.
Offered at BHC

Course Title: Medical Insurance

This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Survey of medical insurance including the life cycle of various claim forms, terminology, litigation, patient relations, and ethical issues. (3 Lec.)

Course Number: POFM 2333 (3 Credit Hours)
This course is not currently offered by Eastfield College.
Offered at BHC

Course Title: Medical Document Production

This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Create, format and produce publishable documents in a health care setting. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)

Course Number: POFT 1127 (1 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC

Course Title: Introduction to Keyboarding

This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Skill development in keyboarding techniques. Emphasis on the development of speed and accuracy. (2 Lab.)

Course Number: POFT 1301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, EFC, ECC, NLC, RLC

Course Title: Business English

This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Introduction to a practical application of basic language usage skills with emphasis on fundamentals of writing and editing for business. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)

Course Number: POFT 1309 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, EFC, ECC, NLC, RLC

Course Title: Administrative Office Procedures I

This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite Recommended: Basic keyboarding skills.
Course Description: Study of current office procedures, duties, and responsibilities applicable to an office environment. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)

Course Number: POFT 1319 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, EFC, ECC, NLC, RLC

Course Title: Records and Information Management I

This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Introduction to basic records information management filing systems including manual and electronic filing. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)

Course Number: POFT 1321 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, NLC, RLC

Course Title: Business Math

This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Fundamentals of business mathematics including analytical and critical thinking skills. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)

Course Number: POFT 1325 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, NLC, RLC

Course Title: Business Math Using Technology

This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite Recommended: POFI 1301.
Course Description: Skill development in business math problem-solving using technology. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)

Course Number: POFT 1328 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, EFC, ECC, NLC, RLC

Course Title: Business Presentations

This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite Recommended: Basic Computer Skills.
Course Description: Skill development in planning and conducting business presentations including communication and media skills. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

Course Number: POFT 1329 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC

Course Title: Beginning Keyboarding

This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Skill development keyboarding techniques. Emphasis on development of acceptable speed and accuracy levels and formatting basic documents. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

Course Number: POFT 1349 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, EFC

Course Title: Administrative Office Procedures II

This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite Recommended: POFT 1309.
Course Description: In-depth coverage of office procedures with emphasis on decision-making, goal setting, management theories, and critical thinking. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)

Course Number: POFT 1380 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, EFC, ECC, NLC, RLC

Course Title: Cooperative Education-Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General

This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.)

Course Number: POFT 1382 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, EFC, ECC, RLC

Course Title: Cooperative Education - General Office Occupations and Clerical Services

This is a WECM Course Number.
Course Description: Career-related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Includes a lecture component. (1 Lec. 15 Ext.)

Course Number: POFT 2301 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, EFC, ECC, NLC, RLC

Course Title: Intermediate Keyboarding

This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite Recommended: POFT 1329 or instructor approval.
Course Description: A continuation of keyboarding skills emphasizing acceptable speed and accuracy levels and formatting documents. (2 Lec., 3 Lab.)

Course Number: POFT 2312 (3 Credit Hours)
Offered at BHC, CVC, EFC, ECC, MVC, NLC, RLC

Course Title: Business Correspondence and Communication

This is a WECM Course Number.
Prerequisite Recommended: Business English.
Course Description: Development of writing and presentation skills to produce effective business communications. (2 Lec., 2 Lab.)