MCCCD Program Description

Healthcare IT Systems Capstone

Course: HTM270

First Term: 2015 Fall

Lec + Lab 3 Credit(s) 4 Period(s) 3.7 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S- Standard

Description: Culminating application of the skills, knowledge, communication and critical thinking skills from the Healthcare Technology Systems program to address industry-specific challenges. Includes investigation and application of current and emerging healthcare technologies.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Research and identify a specific topic or challenge in Healthcare IT, such as a program, website or data application. (I) 2. Document the topic`s origin, characteristics, application and challenges. (II) 3. Collect, interpret and evaluate topic-related data to determine project parameters. (III) 4. Implement project management theory and software to manage the project. (IV) 5. Analyze problem and/or formulate solutions based on current Healthcare IT standards.(V) 6. Apply current diagnostic techniques and tools to troubleshoot and maintain operability. (V) 7. Evaluate the impact the selected topic has on the local, federal, and global healthcare environment. (VI) 8. Explain social and cultural implications related to the topic at a local, federal and global level. (VI) 9. Write a reflective document incorporating final specifications and personal observations. (VII) 10. Present results of the selected project to group. (VII)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Capstone project topic selection A. Definition of scope and/or specifications B. Identification of technology requirements II. Topic documentation A. Relevance to current healthcare IT needs B. Origin of project C. Application of topic D. Anticipated challenges of application E. Project diagram III. Project planning A. Topic data collection and evaluation B. Technology methodology selection C. Project deliverables D. Healthcare technical standards to be met IV. Project management A. Selected strategy B. Configuration of project management software V. Other Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) components A. Analyze the problem using proven methodologies B. Formulate possible solutions C. Troubleshoot and maintain operability D. Conceive and construct solution using current healthcare information technologies VI. Local, federal, and global impact A. Effect on healthcare environment. B. Social and cultural implications VII. Project reflection A. Final specifications B. Personal observations C. Presentation of results

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: April 28, 2015

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