HS 80 - Electrocardiogram (ECG) Interpretation

    Recent Professors
    Talon M. Hart, Michelle B. Smith, Maricela Castillo
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    39–45 students
    Difficulty
    6.9Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of HS 80
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This course is designed for persons interested in working with patients who require cardiac monitoring. It provides an overview of the anatomy and physiology of the heart and the conduction system. Students apply analytical thinking to interpret graphic representations of normal and abnormal electrical activity of the heart. The emphasis of this course is on the interpretation of heart rhythms, lead placement, obtaining a 12 lead electrocardiogram and interpretation of cardiac rhythms that require immediate intervention. Lecture Grading: Letter None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CalGETC: None
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue 3:30pm–6:35pm, Tue Thu 1:00pm–2:20pm, Wed 2:00pm–5:05pm