NVCFI VISION, MISSION, GOALS
VISION
NVCFI envisions to be the center of excellence and leading educational institution in Mindanao.
MISSION
NVCFI is committed to bring quality education closer to people through innovative instruction, quality research, and meaningful service.
GOALS
1. To produce globally competent, committed and service - oriented graduates in their chosen fields/programs/profession.
2. To enhance students’ critical thinking skills for development and assessment of research and investigatory project.
3. Provide opportunities for the development of personal, emotional, social and technical skills of its stakeholders.
N – Nurturing
V – Versatility
Core Values:
C – Commitment F – Friendliness
NVCFI nurtures versatile, committed, friendly and innovative individuals.
I – Innovation
SYLLABUS IN IT 1
Course Code:
IT 1
Course Title:
HEALTH INFORMATION SYSTEM FOR MED LAB SCIENCE
Credit Units:
3 Units
Type of Course:
Lecture and Laboratory
Course Placement:
First Year, 2ND Semester
Course Description:
This course is designed to provide students in Medical Laboratory Science with a comprehensive understanding of
Health Information Systems (HIS) and their critical role in healthcare. As technological advancements continue to reshape the landscape of
medical practices, it is imperative for medical laboratory professionals to possess a nuanced understanding of information management systems.
The course will delve into the principles, components, and applications of HIS, emphasizing their impact on patient care, laboratory operations,
and overall healthcare efficiency.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the course, students should be able to:
LO1. Students will define and explain fundamental Health Information Systems concepts, including their role and
historical development in healthcare and medical labs.
LO2. Students will apply data management principles in HIS, understanding data collection, storage, retrieval, and
maintaining quality and integrity in medical labs.
LO3. Students will gain practical skills in planning and implementing Health Information Systems, including workflow
analysis, optimization, and change management within medical laboratories.
LO4. Students will critically evaluate legal and ethical aspects of Health Information Systems, including privacy
regulations (e.g., HIPAA) and ethical issues in healthcare informatics.
Grading System:
To pass this course, the student must accumulate 75% of all the course requirements discussed above.
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Prelim Grade:
Midterm Grade:
Pre final Grade:
Final Grade:
Raw Grade
40% Prelim Grade + 60% Midterm Grade = Total Midterm Grade
40% Midterm Grade + 60% Pre-Final Grade = Total Pre-Final Grade
40% Pre-Final Grade + 60% Final Grade = Total Final Grade
Grade Computation: Score/Total # of items x 60 + 40 = Equivalent Score
Learning Plan:
Class Schedule
Week
Learning Outcomes
Topics and Readings
Learning Strategies
Assessment
Lectures, Class
Discussions, Case
Studies
In-class Quiz
Week 1-2
 Understand the concept of
Health Information Systems
and its role in healthcare.
 Recognize the historical
context and evolution of
HIS.
 Identify key regulations and
standards influencing HIS
implementation.
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Chapters 1-3 from "Health
Information Management
Technology: An Applied
Approach" by Nanette B.
Sayles.
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Week 3-4
 Differentiate between EHR,
EMR, PACS, LIS, and RIS.
 Understand the
functionalities and
interdependencies of these
components.
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Week 5
Relevant chapters from
"Introduction to Health
Information Management"
by Michelle A. Green and
Mary Jo Bowie.
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Lectures, Class
Discussions, Case
Studies
In-class Quiz,
Assignments
PRELIM EXAMINATION
Week 6-7
 Explain the principles of
data management in HIS.
 Explore health data
standards and their
significance.
 Analyze challenges related
to data security and
integrity.
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Chapters 4-6 from "Health
Information Management
Technology: An Applied
Approach."
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Lectures, Class
Discussions, Case
Studies
In-class Quiz, Group
Assignment
 Understand the concept of
interoperability in
healthcare.
 Explore the role and
benefits of Health
Information Exchange.
 Recognize key standards
promoting interoperability.
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Relevant chapters from
"Introduction to Health
Information
Management."
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Lectures, Class
Discussions, Case
Studies
In-class Quiz,
Assignments
Week 8-9
Week 10
MIDTERM EXAMINATION
Week 11-12
 Outline the steps involved in
planning and implementing
HIS.
 Analyze laboratory
workflows and propose
optimizations.
 Understand the importance
of change management
and training.
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Chapters 7-9 from "Health
Information Management
Technology: An Applied
Approach."
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Group discussions,
Lectures, Class
Discussions, Case
Studies
In-class Quiz,
Assignments
 Explore the role of HIS in
clinical decision support.
 Understand the applications
of telemedicine and remote
patient monitoring.
 Analyze the impact of
health portals on patient
engagement.
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Clinical decision support
systems
Telemedicine and remote
patient monitoring
Patient engagement
through health portals
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Lectures, Class
Discussions, Case
Studies
In-class Quiz,
Assignments
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Lectures, Class
Discussions, Case
Studies
In-class Quiz,
Assignments
Week 13-14
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Week 15
PRE-FINAL EXAMINATION
Week 16-17
 Understand the legal
framework governing health
information privacy.
 Recognize the importance
of informed consent and
patient rights.
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Chapters 10-12 from
"Health Information
Management Technology:
An Applied Approach."
 Discuss ethical
considerations in healthcare
informatics.
Week 18
 Explore
emerging
technologies
in
health
informatics.
 Review key concepts and
applications
covered
throughout the course.
 Present and discuss final
projects.
Week 19
Materials:
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Recent articles and
research papers on
emerging trends in health
informatics.
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Lectures, Class
Discussions, Case
Studies
In-class Quiz,
Assignments,
Projects
FINAL EXAMINATION
Textbooks
Presentation
Handouts
References:
 “Sayles, N. B. (Year). "Health Information Management Technology: An Applied Approach."
 Green, M. A., & Bowie, M. J. (Year). "Introduction to Health Information Management."
Prepared by:
RHYAN JAY P. MAGLANGIT
Instructor, CIT Department
Checked by:
KRISTINE MASOLA, LPT
Asst. to VPAA
Approved by:
MYLYN APRIL S. BABOL, RN, MAN
VP for Academic Affairs