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| Rend Lake College |
| 468 N. Ken Gray Parkway |
| Ina, IL 62846 |
| (618)-437-5321 |
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| HEATING, AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION (HACR) |
| HACR 1201 - Refrigeration and Air Conditioning I (3) |
| Course content will cover the basic principles of refrigeration and air conditioning systems, including theory, installation and servicing of the various systems. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HACR 1203 - Electric Controls in Heating/Air Conditioning (3) |
Prerequisite: INEL 1291 or consent of the instructor
Theory, maintenance and repair of various controls and control systems in residential and commercial heating and air conditioning systems will be covered. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HACR 1204 - Pnuematics In Heat/Air Conditioning (2) |
| This course will prepare the student to identify, troubleshoot, repair and maintain pneumatic systems used in the control of heating and air conditioning equipment. Lecture 1.5 hours. Lab 1 hours. |
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| HACR 1205 - Geo-Thermo & Hydronic Heating System (3) |
| This course will cover the function, design, and installation requirements of Geo-Thermo furnaces, as other hydronic furnace applications. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HACR 1206 - Refrigeration & Air Conditioning II (3) |
Prerequisite: HACR 1201
This course gives the student the opportunity to apply principles and develop repair techniques associated with refrigeration systems, air conditioning systems, and heat pump systems, used in residential and light commercial applications. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HACR 1210 - Federal Clean Air Act Section 608 (1) |
| The purpose of this course is to prepare the student for the Federal Clean Air Act Section 608 examination. This examination is required for all persons who maintain, service, repair or dispose of equipment containing regulated refrigerants. Lecture 1 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HACR 1211 - National Fuel Gas Code (2) |
| The purpose of this course is to give the student an understanding of the requirements of the National Fuel Gas Code. The Code sets the standards for the installation and operation of gas-fired equipment. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HACR 1270 - Major Appliance Repair (3) |
| This course is designed to prepare the student to perform electrical and mechanical repair of major residential appliances. Refrigeration and heating systems will not be covered except for basic service. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HACR 2201 - Heating Systems (3) |
| This course will cover gas forced air heating systems, their controls, service requirements and troubleshooting procedures for commercial and residential use. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HACR 2202 - Loads and Calculations (3) |
Prerequisite: HACR 1201 or HACR 2201
Course content covers block heating and cooling load calculations and procedures for residential and commercial structures. Sizing trunks, ducts, and registers as well as their location. Hydronic system installation and sizing. Balancing existing systems as well as new installations to provide maximum comfort as well as applicable contractor prints will be used. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HACR 2203 - Commercial Refrigeration (4) |
Prerequisites: HACR 1201, HACR 1202, or consent of instructor
The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to refrigeration applied to low pressure refrigeration system, commercial chillers, and geothermal systems used in commercial and residential applications. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 4 hours. |
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| HACR 2204 - Duct & Fitting Fabrication (4) |
| This course is designed to prepare the student to fabricate duct and fittings to be used in the heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration industry. Emphasis will be placed on the fabrication of the most common fittings used in the industry. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 4 hours. |
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| HACR 2205 - Geothermal/Commercial Refrigeration (3) |
| This course introduces the student to refrigeration applied to low pressure refrigeration systems, commercial chillers, and geothermal systems used in commercial and residential applications. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HACR 2206 - Refrigeration III (3) |
| This course is the third in a series in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration. The purpose of the course is to improve the skills developed in previous courses and develop additional skills and knowledge needed in the light commercial refrigeration and air conditioning. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HEA 1101 - Health Education (2) |
| Modern principles and practices of personal and community health are covered, with sufficient physiology and anatomy to make the study more understandable to the student. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HEA 1102 - Basic First Aid (2) |
| This course will present the theory and practice of first aid for the ill and the injured. It is designed to teach students the basic skills necessary to handle everyday emergencies. The American Red Cross First Aid Responding to Emergencies program will be used. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HEA 1103 - Introduction to Nutrition (3) |
| A study of the basic principles of nutrition, including their application to solving nutritional problems. Includes the classification of major nutrients, food sources, functions in metabolism and daily requirements for different age groups. Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HEA 1120 - Stress Management (3) |
| This course provides a comprehensive introduction to stress and its management as it integrates the mental, emotional, physical, social and spiritual aspects of a healthy life. It emphasizes theoretical concepts regarding the causes and symptoms of stress, and the practical application of stress management techniques. Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HEA 2130 - Substance Abuse (3) |
| An overview of the far-reaching problem of the substance abuser in American society. It covers causes, symptoms, manifestations and treatment of substance abuse. Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HEQT 1201 - Heavy Equipment Maintenance (4) |
| This course is designed to provide students with a study of the components and system operations related to heavy equipment technology. Included is a survey of the chassis, engine, brakes, transmissions, rear and front drives, transfer case drives, etc. Emphasis will be placed upon general maintenance and troubleshooting of heavy equipment. Lecture 1 hours. Lab 6 hours. |
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| HEQT 1204 - Introduction to the Service Industry (2) |
| This course is designed to provide students with a solid background in the various skills needed for success in heavy equipment technology industry. This course provides instruction and laboratory experience in shop safety, shop operation and how to obtain service information. Lecture 1 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HEQT 1205 - Basic Internal Combustion (4) |
| The principles of compression ignited internal combustion engines are taught and variations in design are discussed. Heavy equipment engines are used for laboratory disassembly and assembly. Lecture 1 hours. Lab 6 hours. |
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| HEQT 1206 - Diesel Engines I (4) |
| This course introduces the procedure for complete diesel engine rebuild. It also includes a discussion of combustion chamber types, major components and component disassembly inspection, and repair. Lecture 1 hours. Lab 6 hours. |
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| HEQT 1207 - Fundamentals of Hydraulics (3) |
| This course is a practical study of the basic principles and components of hydraulic circuits and the application of these principles to heavy equipment competencies in the areas of servicing and maintaining hydraulic equipment. Laboratory practices include disassembly and reassembly of components and tracing circuits. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HEQT 1208 - Fundamentals of Machine Electronics (3) |
| This course is designed to include electrical concepts as they apply to heavy equipment electrical systems. It will include the use of electrical test equipment to diagnose electrical problems found on heavy equipment and engines. Lecture 1 hours. Lab 4 hours. |
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| HEQT 1209 - Heating, Ventilation & Air Cond. (2) |
| This course provides an introduction into the basic theory and principles of heating, ventilation and air conditioning as they relate to heavy equipment. Use of equipment to diagnose and repair malfunctions, including repair of component parts and the charging and recharging of systems will be stressed in the laboratory. Lecture 1 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HEQT 1210 - Supervised Occupational Experience (4) |
Prerequisite: Approval from Dean and minimum 2.0 GPA
This summer course is offered for eight weeks following the first year of the program. The student will be placed with an agricultural business for full-time job placement. The learning experiences will be supervised by both the college coordinator and the employer. The student trainee will receive vocational counseling and individual assistance. Special attention will be given to career planning, on-the-job problems and current business practices. Lecture 0 hours. Lab 20 hours. |
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| HEQT 1211 - Engine Fuel Systems (3) |
| This course is a study of combustion chamber design, heavy equipment and fuel injection systems and diagnosing faults in fuel injection and combustion systems. Lecture 1 hours. Lab 4 hours. |
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| HEQT 2201 - Diesel Engine Performance (4) |
Prerequisites: HEQT 1206 and HEQT 1211 or consent of Dean
A course to provide a thorough understanding of the necessary diagnostic skills required for troubleshooting heavy equipment engines and fuel systems. Emphasis will be placed upon knowledge and skills necessary to assure product reliability and performance. This course is a continuation of HEQT 1206 Diesel Engine I and HEQT 1211 Engine Fuel Systems and will build upon the fundamentals learned in these courses. Lecture 1 hours. Lab 6 hours. |
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| HEQT 2202 - Machine Systems - Hydraulics (3) |
Prerequisites: HEQT 1207 and HEQT 1208 or consent of Dean
This course is designed for inspecting, testing, servicing and diagnosing heavy equipment basic hydraulic systems. This course is a continuation of HEQT 1207 Fundamentals of Hydraulics and HEQT 1208 Fundamentals of Machine Electronics. Lecture 1 hours. Lab 4 hours. |
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| HEQT 2203 - Machine Systems - Electronics (3) |
Prerequisite: HEQT 1208 or consent of Dean
This course provides the background needed to diagnose and repair the sophisticated electronics and computerized circuits found on heavy equipment and heavy equipment engines. This course builds upon the fundamentals of HEQT 1208 - Fundamentals of Machine Electronics. The course is a continuation of electronic concepts, component function and identification of malfunctions and testing of electronic systems. Lecture 1 hours. Lab 4 hours. |
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| HEQT 2204 - Transmissions & Torque Converters (3) |
| A study is made of the various sliding gear, hydrostatic synchromesh and power shift transmissions involving planetaries. Lecture 1 hours. Lab 4 hours. |
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| HEQT 2205 - Undercarriage and Final Drives (3) |
| This course is a continuation of power train systems with emphasis on final drives and track systems. The course also describes the proper maintenance, adjustment and installation of undercarriages and final drives. Lecture 1 hours. Lab 4 hours. |
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| HEQT 2206 - Machine Specific Systems (4) |
| This course is designed to develop knowledge and skills used to test and adjust specific heavy equipment machine systems. Lecture 1 hours. Lab 6 hours. |
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| HEQT 2207 - Machine Systems Diag. & Troubleshooting (4) |
| This is a course that studies the practical use of diagnostic equipment for analyzing and repairing heavy equipment machine and engine systems. Lecture 1 hours. Lab 6 hours. |
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| HEQT 2210 - Supervised Occupational Experience (4) |
Prerequisites: Approval from Dean and minimum 2.0 GPA
This course is offered in the summer for eight weeks following the third semester of the program. The student will be placed with a heavy equipment business. The learning experiences will be supervised by both the college coordinator and the employer. The student trainee will receive vocational counseling and individual assistance. Special attention will be given to career planning, on-the-job problems and current business practices. Lecture 0 hours. Lab 20 hours. |
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| HIST 1101 - Western Civilization I (3) |
Prerequisite: If Reading course is required, student must complete READ 2409.
A survey course in European history from ancient times to 1715, noting the impact of European Civilization upon the rest of the world. The political, economic and social aspects are emphasized.
IAI ~ S2 902 Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HIST 1102 - Western Civilization II (3) |
Prerequisite: If Reading course is required, student must complete READ 2409.
A survey course in European history from 1715 to the present, with emphasis on European nationalism philosophy and expansionism. World Wars reconstruction and efforts for world peace will be stressed as well as problems and issues focusing into the present.
IAI ~ S2 903 Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HIST 2101 - American History I (3) |
Prerequisite: If Reading course is required, student must complete READ 2409.
A survey course which includes the discovery and early colonization period of the Republic through the Civil War. Successful completion of this course is evidence of having passed the State and Federal Constitution Test.
IAI ~ S2 900 Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HIST 2102 - American History II (3) |
Prerequisite: If Reading course is required, student must complete READ 2409.
A survey course from the Civil War to the present. Political, economic, social and diplomatic applications are made.
IAI ~ S2 901 Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HIST 2106 - Black American History (3) |
Prerequisite: If Reading course is required, student must complete READ 2409.
A survey of the history of Black Americans from their African heritage to the present, with an emphasis on the contributions of Black Americans to U.S. history. Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HIST 2107 - Latin American History (3) |
Prerequisite: If Reading course is required, student must complete READ 2409.
A survey course of the cultural, social, political and economic development of Latin America from pre-colonial times to the present.
IAI ~ S2 910N Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HIST 2108 - British History (3) |
Prerequisite: If Reading course is required, student must complete READ 2409.
This course provides students with a sound contextual knowledge of the formative features of British history as well as an understanding of the events, movements, and individuals that helped comprise this history. This course begins with the Roman occupation and continues through the beginning of the modern age in the 18th century. Because history is a narrative with many layers, the course will explore the past through various perspectives. Where possible, students will be given contemporary source material that will supplement the core test. Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HIT 1201 - Introduction to Health Information (3) |
| A course that will initiate the student to the field of Health Information Technology. It will provide an overview of the functions and responsibilities of the technologist and orientation to the technical skills held by the technologist, including skills necessary to maintain components of health record systems consistent with the medical administrative, ethical, legal, accreditation and regulatory requirements of the health care delivery system. Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HIT 1202 - Health Records Systems (3) |
| Prerequisites: Acceptance into HIT program and HIT 1201 |
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| HIT 1203 - Health Records Systems Lab (1) |
Prerequisites: Acceptance into HIT program and HIT 1201
This course allows the student hands-on lab experience in evaluating content, format and completeness of actual medical records. Also, experience with numbering systems, patient indexes, filing systems and record retention, storage and retrieval. Computer experience will be utilized as a teaching program. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HIT 2201 - Health Data and Statistics (2) |
Prerequisites: Acceptance into HIT program and MATH 1111
A study of the sources and uses of health data, computation of rates and percentages, vital records registration and reporting and display. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HIT 2202 - Clinical Practicum I (2) |
Prerequisites: Acceptance into HIT program and HIT 1201
Clinical experience in the areas of patient registration, registration procedures in the medical records department, storage and retrieval of medical records, technical analysis of the medical record, coding and indexing and medical transcription, with related experiences. Lecture 0 hours. Lab 10 hours. |
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| HIT 2203 - Management in Health Care (3) |
Prerequisites: Acceptance into HIT program and HIT 1201
A study of management principles as applied to the medical records department. It includes an introduction to management, the functions of planning, organizing, controlling, actuating/supervising, problem-solving and quality assurance. Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HIT 2204 - Coding (5) |
Prerequisites: HIT 2215 and ZOO 1105
A study of classifications and nomenclatures, with in-depth coverage of International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) and the International Classification of Diseases, 10 Revision, Procedure Classification System (ICD-10-PCS) coding systems. Lecture 4 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HIT 2211 - Medico-Legal Aspects (2) |
Prerequisites: Acceptance into HIT program and HIT 1201
A study of the basic concepts and principles of law and their application to the health care field in general and more specifically to the medical records department, laws dealing with confidentiality and release of information and liability of health care providers and other topics. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HIT 2213 - Clinical Practicum II (2) |
Prerequisite: HIT 2202
Clinical experience in areas of the medical staff, JCAH, quality assurance, utilization review, PRO, Medicare, DRGs, coding reinforcement and health information systems. Lecture 0 hours. Lab 10 hours. |
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| HIT 2214 - Health Information in Non-Traditional Settings (2) |
Prerequisites: Acceptance into HIT program and HIT 1201
A study of medical record services in institutions other than acute care hospitals, including regulating agencies, reporting systems, controls, the health record system and related topics. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HIT 2215 - Fundamentals of Medical Science (4) |
Prerequisites: Acceptance into HIT program
An introduction to the general principles of disease, with emphasis on the etiology, symptoms, signs, diagnostic findings and treatment. Lecture 4 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HIT 2216 - CPT Coding (3) |
Prerequisites: HIT 1201 and HIT 2204
This course covers the principles of coding with CPT. Students will develop an understanding of coding and classification systems in order to assign a valid CPT/HCPCS procedures code used to report reimbursable services. Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HIT 2217 - Quality Management (3) |
Prerequisites: Acceptance into HIT program and HIT 1201
The study of quality management systems includes the philosophy of quality improvement; utilization management, performance improvement and risk management in the acute care facility; coordination of quality management activities with physician credential/reappointment and employee performance evaluation; quality management requirements for acute care facilities in specific program areas; quality management in the non-acute facility; confidentiality of quality management information, and the expanding quality management function. Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HIT 2218 - Reimbursement Management (2) |
Prerequisites: Acceptance into HIT program and HIT 1201
Study of reimbursement as it relates to the healthcare field and specifically to the Health Information Department. Includes an overview of reimbursement methodologies, government sponsored healthcare programs, coding compliance, charge description master maintenance and revenue cycle management. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HORT 1201 - Introduction to Horticulture (3) |
| An introductory course to inform students of the principles and practices involved in the production and use of horticultural crops. Topics covered are fruits, vegetables, turf, floral, landscape, nursery and greenhouse cultural principles. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HORT 1205 - Grounds Maintenance (3) |
| A course dealing with landscaping and maintaining grounds for home and industry. Course content includes design, planting, maintenance of grounds, plant selection, site analyzation, soil management, structures and construction materials. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HORT 1211 - Landscape Plants (3) |
| Students will learn to identify over 200 landscape plants and relate their adaption and value to design. Emphasis is placed on both common and Latin names. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HORT 1212 - Introduction to Plant Pruning (1) |
| An introduction to the principles involved in plant pruning. Emphasis is placed on pruning for light penetration and obtaining desired shapes. Root pruning practice also will be covered. Lecture 0.5 hours. Lab 1 hours. |
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| HORT 1213 - Pest Management (3) |
| A study of the identification and control of insects and diseases that attack horticultural plants. Emphasis is placed on control (cultural and chemical) and application procedures, including machinery. Integrated pest management practices are discussed. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HORT 1214 - Horticulture Mechanics (3) |
| An introduction to the adjustment, repair and maintenance of equipment used in the horticulture industry. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HORT 1215 - Turf Management (3) |
| An introduction to the management and care of common turf grasses. Emphasis is placed on identification of turf grasses and related cultural problems associated with their growth. Topics covered include weed identification, insects, diseases, fertilizers and equipment usage for the management of turf grasses in parks, golf courses, home growth and sod farms. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HORT 1216 - Greenhouse Operations (3) |
| An introduction to the general maintenance and proper use of greenhouse structures and equipment. Emphasis is placed on growing techniques used in the production of greenhouse crops. Environmental controls and nutritional applications are covered. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HORT 1217 - Fruit Production (2) |
| An introduction to the understanding of both tree fruit and small fruit production. Emphasis will be on culture, variety selection, pest control and other aspects of commercial production in the Midwest. Lecture 1.5 hours. Lab 1 hours. |
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| HORT 1218 - Vegetable Production (2) |
| An introduction to the production of commercial vegetable crops. Emphasis will be placed on variety selection, cultural practices, and pest control involved in Midwest vegetable production. Lecture 1.5 hours. Lab 1 hours. |
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| HORT 1219 - Specialty Crop Production (2) |
| A practical, hands-on course in the methods and techniques of small-scale specialty crop production. Students will select a site, develop a marketing plan, select a crop, perform cultural practice and market a crop. Lecture 0 hours. Lab 4 hours. |
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| HORT 1220 - Fruit and Vegetable Production (3) |
| An introduction to commercial fruit and vegetable production in the Midwest. Emphasis will be placed on cultural systems, variety selection and pest control. Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HORT 2201 - Landscape Design (3) |
Prerequisite: HORT 1211 or consent of the Division Chair
An introduction to the graphic presentation and placement of plant materials in the landscape. Emphasis is placed on layout design and cost calculations. Topics covered include design concepts, field studies, contracting and landscape maintenance. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HORT 2202 - Nursery Operations (2) |
| This course is designed to give students hands-on experience at nursery facilities. Students will learn planting, pest control, marketing propagation and equipment usage. Lecture 1 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HORT 2203 - Golf Course Operations (2) |
Prerequisite: HORT 1215 or consent of the Division Chair
This course is designed to introduce the student to golf course operations. Emphasis is placed on maintenance of irrigation equipment, traps, greens, fairways and trees. Lecture 1 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HORT 2204 - Greenhouse Management (2) |
| This course will acquaint students with the management practices involved in greenhouse production. Emphasis will be placed on rotations, individual crop production practices, utilization of greenhouse space and marketing plans. Lecture 1 hours. Lab 2 hours. |
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| HUMT 1104 - Introduction to Film (3) |
Prerequisite: If reading course is required, student must complete READ 2409.
The art of film language is examined; i.e. lighting, sound, camera movement. The understanding of the film as art increases appreciation of the cinema as art.
IAI ~ F2 908 Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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| HUMT 1105 - The Humanities Through the Arts (3) |
Prerequisite: If Reading course is required, student must complete READ 2409
A survey course of the human condition as seen through film, drama, music, literature, techniques, meaning and evaluation of individual works of western art.
IAI ~ HF 900 Lecture 3 hours. Lab 0 hours. |
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