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2013-2016
COURSE CATALOG
218.262.7200 | 800.224.4422
Hibbing Community College is an equal
opportunity educator and employer.
Member of Minnesota State Colleges
and Universities System.
Hibbing Community College
CATALOG
2013-2016
1515 EAST 25TH STREET | HIBBING, MN 55746
218.262.7200 | 800.224.4422
admissions@hibbing.edu
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Hibbing Community College, a technical & community college is accredited by
the Higher learning Commission
north Central Association of Colleges and Schools
30 north laSalle Street, Suite 2400
Chicago, illinois 60602-2504
800-621-7440
www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org
HCC is a member of
minnesota State Colleges and universities.
selected programs at hCC have been awarded special
accreditation or certification.
they are as follows:
• Automotive Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .automotive services of excellence
• Dental Assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Commission on Dental accreditation
• Diesel Mechanics/Heavy Equipment Maintenance . .associated equipment Distributors (aeD) – in progress
• Electrical Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .mN Department of labor and industry
• Law Enforcement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .minnesota peace officers standards & training Board
• Medical Lab Technician . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .National accrediting agency for Clinical laboratory
sciences (NaaCls)
• Pharmacy Technician . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .american society of health system pharmacists
• Nursing Assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .minnesota Department of health
• Nursing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .minnesota Board of Nursing
National league for Nursing accrediting Commission
(NlNaC)
• Solar Photovoltaic Technician . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .North american Board of Certified energy practitioners
(NaBCep)
HCC is approved by:
united states office of education
minnesota state approving agency
minnesota Department of rehabilitation services
Note: hibbing Community College reserves the right to change without notice any of the materials, information, requirements and
regulations published in this catalog. this catalog is not to be regarded as a contract. as we prepare this catalog, please be aware
that policies and class offerings may change. a catalog addendum will be prepared to reflect these changes. this publication will be
made available in alternative formats upon request.
hibbing Community College calendar is subject to modifications or interruption due to occurrences such as fire, flood, labor disputes,
interruption of utility services, acts of god, civil disorder and war. in the event of such occurrences, hCC will attempt to accommodate
its students. it does not, however, guarantee that course of instruction, extracurricular activities or other college programs or events will
be completed or rescheduled. refunds will be made to eligible students in accordance with the hCC refund policy.
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MESSAGE
FRom tHe PRoVoSt
greetings from Hibbing Community College!
thank you for your interest in Hibbing Community College. if you or someone you know is
considering attending college, HCC may be the perfect place for you.
Since 1916, HCC has helped thousands of students fulfill their educational goals. HCC offers the
highest quality education with a focus on student success.
Whether you seek technical training toward a specific career or liberal arts courses transferrable
to a four-year college or university, you will find the education and career path that is right for
you.
At HCC you’ll find a supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to explore
and reach beyond their goals. our professional faculty and talented staff take great pride in
working to positively impact each and every student and help you reach your career and
professional aspirations.
this catalog contains a wealth of information about the excellent educational opportunities
awaiting you at HCC. the courses, programs and policies described in this catalog have been
carefully developed with one purpose in mind: to enable you to achieve your greatest potential
and to establish a firm foundation for your academic and career pursuits.
We encourage you to visit with us in person and learn more about how HCC can provide you an
opportunity to make your future brighter and more rewarding.
i wish you success in the future.
Dr. Ken Simberg,
Provost
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STATEMENT
AFFiRmAtiVe ACtion/eQuAl oPPoRtunity
Hibbing Community College is an Affirmative Action
and equal opportunity institution. Consistent with
college policy, everyone shall have equal access to
educational programs, facilities, and employment
without regard to race, sex, color, creed, religion, age,
national origin, disability, marital status, status with
regard to public assistance, or sexual orientation or
other factors irrelevant to participation in its programs. in addition, discrimination in employment
based on membership or activity in a local commission as defined by law is prohibited. Hibbing Community College complies with all statutes and regulations
relating to equal opportunity.
the minnesota State Colleges and universities
(mnSCu) board realizes that discrimination, and the
prejudice from which it results, is deeply ingrained
within our culture. Concentration on the mere prevention of discrimination can result in the implementation of practices which provide only superficial
equality. Such practices, while possibly within the letter of the law, do not enact the full intent of the federal and state legislation, presidential and
gubernatorial executive orders, or the courts' interpretation of these mandates. it is therefore, the intent of mnSCu to organize and implement policies,
procedures, practices and programs which aid in overcoming the effects of past discrimination in regard to
all of the protected groups.
it is, therefore, the intent of mnSCu that the system
shall operate aggressively and affirmatively in implementing and maintaining programs which will promote
genuine equal educational and employment attitudes
and opportunities.
Hibbing Community College is committed to providing
access and does not discriminate against qualified
students or employees with disabilities. For more information contact the Disability Services Coordinator,
mary iozzo, office m-166, 218-262-6712.
Hibbing Community College appreciates our rich and
diverse society and promotes an atmosphere of acceptance and respect. Harassment and discrimination will not be tolerated. For more information
regarding harassment / discrimination contact the
Harassment officer, Dave olds, office m-173, 218262-6759; or title iX Coordinator, mike Flaten, office
Pe-148, 218-262-6749. you may also contact the
Disability Services Coordinator, mary iozzo, office m166, 218-262-6712; or the Dean of Academic Affairs
and Student Services, mike Raich, office C-105, 218262-6702.
mnSCu believes that affirmative action must occur
not only in the employment phase of its operation,
but also in its educational programs, since it is in this
area that the system impacts the makeup of the labor
force of the future. the system acknowledges that
employment and educational outcomes are delicately
entwined, and that the presence of both male and female role models of varying racial and ethnic backgrounds develops in students the multicultural
attitudes and awareness which our laws intended to
promote.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
tuition and Fees...............................................................26
Welcome .........................................................................11
tuition Payment................................................................26
History of the College .......................................................12
book Deferment ..............................................................26
HCC offers ......................................................................12
miscellaneous Costs .......................................................26
the mission, Vision, guiding Principle, goals
and Commitments of the College ......................................12
transcripts.......................................................................26
Core Competencies..........................................................13
FINANCIAL AID
Advanced minnesota ......................................................14
HCC Values Diversity ........................................................14
Policy on Students with Disabilities ...................................15
HCC Promotes the Rights and Protections
Provided by ADA ...............................................................15
COSTS AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Ability to benefit ..............................................................28
Financial Aid Programs ....................................................28
Veterans' benefits ...........................................................28
How to Apply for Financial Aid ..........................................28
HCC ensures Freedom from Sexual Harassment.................15
other information you Should Know About Financial Aid
Access to information ......................................................15
• Rights of Students Receiving Financial Aid ...................29
nondiscrimination in employment and
education opportunity Policy .............................................16
• Responsibilities of Students Receiving Financial Aid ......29
Academic Freedom ..........................................................16
books ............................................................................29
Disbursement of Financial Aid ..........................................29
Discipline .......................................................................16
ADMISSIONS
SERVICES TO STUDENTS
Academic and Career Counseling .....................................32
Admissions Policy ............................................................18
Personal Counseling ........................................................32
HCC Procedure for identification and Assessment
of limited english Proficiency (leP) Students .....................18
Academic Center ............................................................32
Applying to HCC -- Admissions Procedure
• if you have never attended college before......................19
• if you are an undergraduate transfer student ................19
• if you are taking classes under the Post-Secondary
educational options program .......................................19
bookstore .......................................................................32
business office ...............................................................32
Career Services ..............................................................32
Disability Services ...........................................................32
e-trascripts......................................................................33
• if you live in Wisconsin, north Dakota or
South Dakota (reciprocity states) .................................20
Fitness Facilities .............................................................33
• if you are an international student ................................20
Housing ..........................................................................33
• if you are not planning to earn a degree at HCC .............20
insurance .......................................................................33
• if you are taking classes for personal enrichment ..........21
library/learning Resource Center .....................................33
• if you are interested in auditing classes ........................21
multicultural Advising .......................................................33
• if you are a senior citizen .............................................21
Records/Registration .......................................................33
Re-admissions .................................................................21
Service-learning ..............................................................33
Reinstatement ...............................................................21
Student Support Services (SSS) .......................................34
Academic Forgiveness Policy .............................................21
Veterans' Affairs .............................................................34
Food Service ...................................................................33
State Residency Requirements .........................................22
REGISTRATION
Assessment for Success ..................................................23
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STUDENT LIFE
TRANSFER PROGRAMS
Student Activities
Accounting / business Administration ..............................60
• Athletics (intercollegiate) .............................................36
Architecture ....................................................................60
• Athletics (intramurals and Club Sports) .........................36
Art .................................................................................60
• Choir ..........................................................................36
biological Sciences .........................................................60
• Drama ........................................................................36
business Administration ..................................................61
• engineering and Science Club ......................................36
Chemical engineering ......................................................61
• Honors Society -- Phi theta Kappa ................................36
Chemistry .......................................................................61
• Student government/Student Senate ...........................36
Chiropractic ....................................................................62
• Vocational industrial Clubs of America (ViCA) ................36
Civil engineering ..............................................................62
• extended Academic & Community Services ....................37
Computer Science ...........................................................62
• Advanced minnesota ....................................................37
Criminal Justice ..............................................................62
• Paulucci Space theater ...............................................37
Dental Hygiene ...............................................................63
• interactive television ...................................................37
Dentistry ........................................................................63
Dietetics / nutrition ........................................................63
TRANSFER INFORMATION
Preparing to transfer to/from HCC.....................................40
understanding How transfer of Credit Works ......................40
Applying for transfer Admission .........................................40
your Rights as a transfer Student......................................40
Process for Academic Appeals ........................................40
transfer Credit evaluation .................................................41
evaluation and Acceptance of Credits for transfer
from technical Colleges ...................................................41
economics...................................................................... 63
electrical engineering ......................................................64
elementary education ......................................................64
engineering - general .......................................................64
english ...........................................................................64
Forest Resources ...........................................................65
geology and geological engineering .................................65
History ...........................................................................65
industrial education/industrial technology .........................65
Prior learning experience .................................................41
interior Design / Decorating ............................................66
Advanced Placement ......................................................41
law ................................................................................66
College level examination Program (CleP) .........................41
mass Communication .....................................................66
Defense Activities for non-traditional education
Support (DAnteS) ............................................................41
mathematics and Statistics .............................................66
Preparing to transfer From HCC .......................................42
medical technology (Clinical lab Science) .........................67
mechanical engineering ...................................................66
medicine ........................................................................67
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS AND
OTHER ACADEMIC INFORMATION
mortuary Science ............................................................67
Degrees, Diplomas and Certificates...................................44
optometry ......................................................................68
minnesota general education transfer Curriculum ............45
Paralegal / legal Assistant ...............................................68
graduation Requirements .................................................48
Pharmacy .......................................................................69
general Academic information
Physical education ..........................................................69
• Classification of Students .............................................57
Physical therapy .............................................................69
• grading System ...........................................................57
Physicians’ Assistant ......................................................69
• grade Symbols ............................................................58
Political Science ..............................................................70
• Honors list..................................................................58
Psychology .....................................................................70
• Special Credit examinations..........................................58
Retail Fashion merchandising ...........................................70
music / music education .................................................68
occupational therapy ......................................................68
Special education ...........................................................70
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Social Work/Sociology .....................................................70
Veterinary medicine .........................................................71
CAREER PROGRAMS
ONLINE LEARNING AT HCC
is online learning for you? ...............................................92
Frequently Asked Questions ..............................................92
online Program offerings ..................................................93
Automotive technician ......................................................74
CiSCo networking technician............................................74
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS .........................95
Culinary Arts ...................................................................75
Dental Assistant ..............................................................77
Diesel mechanics / Heavy equipment maintenance ..........78
electrical maintenance and Construction (electrician) .........79
gerontology / elder Care .................................................80
Heating and Cooling technician .........................................80
industrial Systems technology ..........................................81
law enforcement .............................................................81
medical Coding Specialist ................................................83
medical laboratory technician ..........................................83
microcomputer technology ...............................................84
nursing Assistant / Home Health Aide ..............................85
nursing ...........................................................................85
office Administration
• Administrative Assistant ..............................................87
• legal Administrative Assistant .....................................87
• medical Administrative Assistant ..................................88
• Secretary / Receptionist ..............................................89
Pharmacy technician ........................................................89
Solar Photovoltaic technician ............................................90
truck Driving ....................................................................90
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WELCOME
to Hibbing Community College
a technical & community college
GENERAL INFORMATION
HCC offers associate degrees that transfer and can be applied as the first two years of a
baccalaureate degree; career programs that prepare you for employment; continuing education
classes, workshops and certificates for updating job skills; and customized training.
HCC is accredited by the Commission on institutions of Higher education of the north Central
Association of Colleges and Schools and is part of the minnesota State Colleges and
universities (mnSCu) System.
Hibbing Community College is an equal opportunity educator and employer.
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HISTORY OF THE COLLEGE
every year, Hibbing Community College serves more than 2,000
students who go on to become our communities' nurses, police
officers, pharmacy technicians, engineers, teachers and more.
over time, Hibbing Community College has evolved, changed,
merged, moved and grown.
Hibbing was one of the first towns in the nation to expand
educational opportunities by opening a two-year college in
1916. thus, Hibbing Community College is one of the oldest
two-year colleges in minnesota and the nation.
eleven students attended the first and only course offered in
1916 at Hibbing Junior College -- later known as Hibbing State
Junior College and then as Hibbing Community College.
Campus locations changed three times -- from north Hibbing, to
the west wing of Hibbing High School and finally to its current
location.
the Hibbing Area Vocational technical institute was established
in 1962. it responded to the need to provide post-secondary
vocational opportunities for high school graduates and miners
who were being affected by the “boom and bust” cycles on the
iron Range. the institution was renamed a “technical institute”
in 1987 and a “technical college” in 1989. in 1992, it merged
with the eveleth campus to form Range technical College.
through the consolidation of Hibbing Community College and
Range technical College-Hibbing, Hibbing Community College, a
technical & community college, was established on July 1,
1996. governed by the minnesota State Colleges and
universities System, HCC is a two-year, community and
technical college.
in 2001, the college completed a co-location project, resulting
in the building of a new addition to the campus. the new
campus better supports HCC’s educational mission and
enriches the lives of all who study and work here. the new
facility is truly a campus for the 21st century.
in 2004, Hibbing Community College joined the northeast
minnesota Higher education District, a group of two-year
technical, community and consolidated colleges in minnesota’s
Arrowhead region. Joined together under one President and
governance structure, HCC and its sister colleges now, more
than ever, effectively serve the life-long learning needs of the
people of this region.
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Diplomas
Certificates
Arts Degree
Fine Arts
Science Degree
Applied Science Degree
THE MISSION, VISION, GUIDING
PRINCIPLE, GOALS AND
COMMITMENTS OF THE COLLEGE
HCC MISSION STATEMENT:
Hibbing Community College provides life-changing education
and opportunities in a dynamic learning environment.
HCC VISION STATEMENT:
Hibbing Community College will be recognized for educational
innovation and excellence and as a leader for economic
development and community vitality.
HCC GUIDING PRINCIPLE:
to provide quality educational, cultural, economic,
environmental and technological leadership.
GOALS:
in order to fulfill its mission, Hibbing Community College is
committed to the following strategic goals:
Strategic Goal 1: Hibbing Community College will employ
intentional enrollment management strategies to include
recruitment, enrollment, retention, and completion. Hibbing
Community College is committed to:
• Student success;
• inclusion of diversity;
• open-door admissions.
Strategic Goal 2: Hibbing Community College will provide
quality, innovative and flexible education to meet the needs of
students and employers. Hibbing Community College is
committed to:
• Advancement of knowledge;
• Collaboration to advance innovation;
• excellence in teaching and learning;
• High academic standards;
• Academic freedom and diversity of thought.
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Strategic Goal 3: Hibbing Community College will support
economic development through education and provide cultural
opportunities by bringing the world to us. Hibbing Community
College is committed to:
• Promotion of economic growth;
• enrichment of cultural understanding.
Strategic Goal 4: Hibbing Community College will provide up-todate and technologically equipped facilities while being
responsible to the environment. Hibbing Community College is
committed to:
• Sustainability of the environment;
• modern learning facilities, equipment and technology.
Strategic Goal 5: Hibbing Community College will responsibly
utilize human, financial, alternative funding, and technological
resources to meet the current and future operational needs of
the college. Hibbing Community College is committed to:
• Development of faculty and staff.
COMMITMENTS:
Hibbing Community College is committed to:
• student success;
• inclusion of diversity;
• open-door admissions;
• advancement of knowledge;
• collaboration to advance innovation;
• excellence in teaching and learning;
• high academic standards;
• academic freedom and diversity of thought;
• promotion of economic growth;
• enrichment of cultural understanding;
• development of faculty and staff;
• sustainability of the environment;
• modern learning facilities, equipment and technology.
CORE COMPETENCIES
upon graduation, HCC students are expected to have acquired
the following Core Competencies:
WORKING PRODUCTIVELY AND COOPERATIVELY
Defined: An individual possesses and applies effective work
habits and attitudes, and is able to work with others to
complete tasks, solve problems, and resolve conflicts.
Students demonstrate this ability by showing competence in
five or more following areas:
• initiative and ability to learn
• organizational skills
• time management skills
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goal setting and follow-through skills
Cooperativeness and effectiveness in a group setting
Ability to accept or adapt to change
Knowledge of a workplace’s environmental demands.
Ability to seek or provide assistance
Ability to work safely in any lab or shop setting
COMMUNICATING CLEARLY AND EFFECTIVELY
Defined: An individual is able to apply appropriate writing,
speaking, reading, and listening skills to precisely convey
information, ideas, and opinions, as well as the ability to know
when there is a need for information; to be able to identify,
locate, evaluate, and effectively use that information for the
issue or problem at hand.
Students demonstrate this ability by showing competence in
two of the three following divisions: Speaking/listening,
Writing/Reading/Visual, or information literacy:
Speaking/Listening – (Students demonstrate this ability by
showing competence in four or more of the following areas):
• Ability to prepare and deliver oral presentations
• Ability to use appropriate terminology
• Ability to speak clearly
• Participate in class discussion
• Follow directions
• Ability to appropriately take notes
• Demonstrate using listening skills
Writing/Reading/Visual – (Students demonstrate this ability by
showing competence in four or more of the following areas):
• Ability to use grammar appropriately
• Ability to use proper punctuation in writing
• Ability to write understandably
• Ability to demonstrate appropriate sentence and
paragraph structure
• Ability to demonstrate vocabulary skills
• Ability to spell correctly
• Ability to comprehend written material
• Ability to communicate through visual presentation
Information Literacy – (Students demonstrate this ability by
showing competence in three or more of the following areas):
• Demonstrate effective use of keyboarding
• Ability to use search engines effectively
• Ability to use basic software applications
• Demonstrate ability to use online course systems
• Ability to conduct library research
• Ability to demonstrate basic e-mail usage
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THINKING CREATIVELY AND CRITICALLY
Defined: An individual applies the principles and strategies of
purposeful, active and organized thinking.
Students demonstrate this ability by showing competence in
four or more of the following areas:
• Ability to apply principles and generalizations already
learned to new problems and situations
• Ability to apply analytical skills
• Ability to identify and solve problems
• Ability to conduct a self or other-directed inquiry
• Ability to synthesize and integrate information and ideas
• Ability to recognize bias
• Ability to apply mathematics application skills
SOCIAL / CIVIC RESPONSIBILITY
Defined: An individual is socially and civically responsible when
they recognize an obligation to self, others, and the
environment.
Students demonstrate this ability by showing competence in
five or more of the following areas:
• Awareness of individual and community cultures, beliefs,
ethics, and values
• Awareness of diversity, such as ethnic, racial, gender,
religious, age, disability, and/or sexual differences
• Awareness of the interaction between social, environmental,
and economic factors as applied to real world issues in
sustainability
• Respect for self and others
• Assertive and tactful behavior
• Pride in work and community
• Awareness of professional standards
• Participation in campus/civic organizations
• Participation in service learning activities
ADVANCED MINNESOTA –
ARROWHEAD UNIVERSITY
Advanced minnesota integrates five existing custom training
and continuing education programs at Hibbing Community
College, mesabi Range Community and technical College,
itasca Community College, Rainy River Community and
technical College, Vermilion Community College, and a districtwide initiative known as Arrowhead university upper division
programming partnerships, into a region-wide, interdependent
operation that retains direct client access and program delivery
on the nHeD college campuses and removes duplication of
resources, and often times competition. this interdependent
approach assertively addresses nHeD‘s need to:
• meet the increasing demand by regional business and
industry for qualified workers
• Provide a single point of contact for all clients seeking
customized training and continuing education programming
• implement an aggressive strategy, driving marketing and
business development which in turn will facilitate the
identification and exploitation of new opportunities
• Align resources required for effective program delivery and
development of new clients
• generate the essential internal data at the level of
granularity required to assess performance effectiveness
and efficiency, make informed decisions, and communicate
this internally and externally
• be the one portal for customized training, continuing
education, and university partnerships
Advanced minnesota’s university Partnerships are dynamic
collaborations between the two-year colleges of the northeast
Higher education District and four-year universities located in
minnesota and include the university of minnesota-Duluth,
bemidji State university, the College of St. Scholastica, and
minnesota State university-mankato.
Advanced minnesota offers bachelor’s and master’s degree
opportunities for residents in northeast minnesota to pursue
without the hassle of traveling to campus locations.
the programs delivered through Advanced minnesota’s
university Partnerships are provided in flexible delivery formats,
tailored to what suits your lifestyle best, including cohort
programs, and courses offered evenings, weekends, online and
over interactive television (itV).
HCC VALUES DIVERSITY
Hibbing Community College appreciates our rich and diverse
society, and promotes an atmosphere of acceptance and
respect. every student is valued as an individual, regardless of
race, religion, color, gender, national origin, ethnic heritage,
handicap/disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation,
status with regard to public assistance, or other factors
irrelevant to participation in its programs. Harassment and
discrimination will not be tolerated.
For more information regarding harassment / discrimination
(race, color, national origin, sex) contact the Harassment officer,
Dave olds, office m-173, 218-262-6759; or title iX Coordinator,
mike Flaten, office Pe-148, 218-262-6749. you may also
contact the Disability Services Coordinator, mary iozzo, office
m-166, 218-262-6712.
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POLICY ON STUDENTS WITH
DISABILITIES
HCC ENSURES FREEDOM FROM
SEXUAL HARASSMENT
1. Hibbing Community College shall not deny enrollment to
persons with disabilities and complies with the Americans with
Disabilities Act and the minnesota law for students with
disabilities which provides for reasonable accommodations for
students.
Hibbing Community College regards sexual harassment and
sexual violence as unacceptable behavior. Any individual,
student, staff or administrator, who is subject to such treatment
is encouraged to inform the designated harassment officer,
located in the Student Services area. the harassment officer
can provide information about sexual harassment, advice and
assistance in filing a complaint. Students may also speak with
a member of the student services staff as the initial step.
2. no person with a disability shall be subjected to
discrimination in recruitment, in any educational program,
educational services, activities or placement.
3. the College is committed to reasonable accommodations
for persons with disabilities in all educational programs,
activities, and assists all admitted students to reach their
educational goals.
4. included in these services are advocacy, counseling,
academic assistance, placement and referral services. All
appropriate and necessary services shall be provided for
enrolled or admitted qualified students with disabilities based
on recent assessment and documentation.
5. this policy and information will be available to enrolled
students and applicants for admission in the College catalog
and schedule of offerings for each term.
6. the College buildings are handicapped accessible.
7. For additional information regarding students with
disabilities and services available, please contact:
Director of Disability Services, mary iozzo
office m-166
Hibbing Community College
1515 east 25th Street
Hibbing, mn 55746
218-262-6712
HCC PROMOTES THE RIGHTS AND
PROTECTIONS PROVIDED BY ADA
HCC is committed to providing access and does not
discriminate against qualified students or employees with
disabilities. Admissions decisions and access to programs are
based on a policy of non-discrimination. (Section 35.107,
Dept. of Justice regulations).
As stated in section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, "no
otherwise qualified handicapped individual shall solely by
reason of his/her handicap be excluded from participation in,
be denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination under
any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance."
Sexual harassment is a violation of both state and federal laws.
ACCESS TO INFORMATION
Hibbing Community College makes available or distributes the
following information to all students, employees, prospective
students and prospective employees:
CAMPUS SECURITY REPORT
the purpose of the report is to inform the campus of campus
crime prevention programs, crime reporting procedures,
emergency response, and a three-year statistical history of
criminal activity on campus. A copy of the Campus Security
Report is available on http://www.ope.ed.gov/security/.
Prospective students and employees may call 1-800-224-4422
to obtain copies.
DRUG FREE WORKPLACE AND SCHOOL
the purpose of this policy is to set forth the college’s policy
regarding alcohol and other drug use, including unlawful drug
use or abuse in the workplace in accordance with the Drug Free
Workplace Act of 1988 (Public law 100-690, title V, Subtitle D),
and Drug Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of
1989 (Public law 101-226). A copy of the Drug Free Workplace
information is available in the Student Handbook located at
www.hibbing.edu. Alcoholic beverages and other drugs are
prohibited on campus or at any college function. Students
using alcohol or drugs on campus are subject to disciplinary
action.
EQUITY IN ATHLETICS DISCLOSURE ACT
the purpose of this information is to disclose athletic
participation rates and financial data related to athletics. the
report is available online at http://www.ope.ed.gov/athletics/
or from the Dean of Academic Affairs and Student Services,
mike Raich, office C-105, 218-262-6702.
For more information contact the Director of Disability Services,
mary iozzo, office m-166 at 218-262-6712.
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FAMILY EDUCATION RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT
(FERPA)
the purpose of the Family Rights and Privacy Act is to afford
certain rights to students concerning their education records.
the primary rights afforded are the right to inspect and review
the education records, the right to seek to have the records
corrected, and the right to have some control over the
disclosure of information from the records.
STUDENT RIGHT TO KNOW
the purpose of this information is to disclose annual student
completion and graduation rates, including graduation rates.
this report is available from the Dean of Academic Affairs and
Student Services, mike Raich, office C-105, 218-262-6702.
NONDISCRIMINATION IN
EMPLOYMENT AND EDUCATION
OPPORTUNITY POLICY
Hibbing Community College and minnesota State Colleges and
universities are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in
employment and education opportunity. no person shall be
discriminated against in the terms and conditions of
employment, personnel practices, or access to and
participation in, programs, services, and activities with regard
to race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability,
marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or
sexual orientation. in addition, discrimination in employment
based on membership or activity in a local commission as
defined by law is prohibited.
Harassment on the basis race, sex, color, creed, religion, age,
national origin, disability, marital status, status with regard to
public assistance, or sexual orientation. in addition,
discrimination in employment based on membership or activity
in a local commission as defined by law is prohibited.
Harassment may occur in a variety of relationships, including
faculty and student, supervisor and employee, student and
student, staff and student, employee and employee, and other
relationships with persons having business at, or visiting the
educational or working environment.
this policy is directed at verbal or physical conduct that
constitutes discrimination /harassment under state and federal
law and is not directed at the content of speech. in cases in
which verbal statements and other forms of expression are
involved, minnesota State Colleges and universities will give
due consideration to an individual’s constitutionally protected
right to free speech and academic freedom. However,
discrimination and harassment are not within the protections of
academic freedom or free speech.
the system office, colleges, and universities shall maintain and
encourage full freedom, within the law, of expression, inquiry,
teaching and research. Academic freedom comes with a
responsibility that all members of our education community
benefit from it without intimidation, exploitation or coercion.
this policy shall apply to all individuals affiliated with minnesota
State Colleges and universities, including but not limited to, its
students, employees, applicants, volunteers, agents, and board
of trustees, and is intended to protect the rights and privacy of
both the complainant and respondent and other involved
individuals, as well as to prevent retaliation or reprisal.
individuals who violate this policy shall be subject to
disciplinary or other corrective action.
this policy supersedes all existing system, college, and
university non-discrimination policies.
ACADEMIC FREEDOM
HCC maintains and encourages full freedom, within the law, of
inquiry, teaching, and research. Academic freedom comes with
a responsibility that members of our education community
benefit from it without intimidation, exploitation, or coercion. in
recognition and support of academic freedom for faculty,
students, staff members and other members of the college
community, academic freedom shall be considered in
investigating and reviewing complaints of discrimination or
harassment. However, raising issues of academic freedom will
not excuse discriminatory/harassing behaviors that constitute
a violation of this policy.
DISCIPLINE
Any College action taken pursuant to this policy will be
consistent with requirements of applicable collective bargaining
agreements, minnesota Statutes, and mnSCu policies. Hibbing
Community College will take disciplinary action it deems
necessary and appropriate to end sexual harassment or sexual
violence and prevent their recurrence. Disciplinary action
toward employees may include, but is not limited to, counseling,
warning, suspension, or termination. Disciplinary action toward
students may include, but is not limited to, counseling, warning,
probation, suspension or expulsion.
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ADMISSIONS
the following section is designed to help you with the admission process. if you are a new
student, or if you have taken classes in the past, this information shows you how to get started
at HCC.
if you have additional questions, please call the Admissions office at 1-218-262-7207, toll-free
at 1-800-224-4422 or e-mail at admissions@hibbing.edu.
For additional information, please see the college web site at www.hibbing.edu.
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ADMISSIONS POLICY
HCC PROCEDURE FOR
Admission refers to a student’s initial entrance into a
minnesota state college or university. A “college” is a two-year
minnesota State Colleges and universities (mnSCu) institution
whose highest degree awarded is an associate degree. A
“university” is a baccalaureate degree-granting four-year mnSCu
institution. An “academic or career program” is a major, minor,
concentration, or emphasis offered by the college or university.
IDENTIFICATION AND ASSESSMENT
OF LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY
(LEP) STUDENTS
Hibbing Community College (HCC) is committed to
OPEN ADMISSIONS with the following requirements:
• the basic requirement of a high school diploma or geD
certificate.
• A person who has neither a high school diploma nor a geD
certificate may be admitted if, at the discretion of the
college, that person demonstrates potential for being a
successful college student.
• Admission to HCC does not guarantee admission to collegelevel courses or a specific program.
GENERAL PROVISIONS:
• Applicants are expected to document admission eligibility;
those who are unable to present traditional documentation
of educational preparation shall be individually evaluated on
the basis of guidelines consistent with HCC’s identity and
mission.
• international students shall be considered for admission if
their scholastic preparation is judged to be equivalent to the
admission requirements of the institution to which they are
applying. international students who are not native speakers
of english shall also be required to demonstrate proficiency
in english on a standardized test selected by HCC.
Hibbing Community College requires all students to complete a
student assessment that includes basic measures of reading
comprehension and mathematics. the student assessment
shall not be used to make admissions decisions. HCC
exempts some students from all or portions of the student
assessment based on presentation of transcript or equivalent
evidence of adequate preparations or prior education;
presentation of ACt subset scores of 21 in reading, 18 in
writing, and 22 in math; enrollment in non-credit continuing
education or customized training; or enrollment in a one- or twocourse program of study.
limited english Proficiency (leP) students are identified through
the assessment process or by self-identification.
a. Students scoring below the developmental course
placement level on reading or writing assessments meet
with a counselor / advisor to discuss possible reasons,
prerequisites, alternatives, and resources / support
services available.
b. Students may self-identify as leP through the questions
accompanying the assessment or directly to a counselor /
advisor.
leP students are encouraged to connect on a weekly basis with
the HCC Academic Center (room C-239) for learning assistance,
tutoring and support. Academic Center personnel provide
tutoring and student assistance at no cost to the student.
• Hibbing Community College may accept persons who are
presently high school students on the basis of readiness.
• Students on academic suspension from a college or
university in the mnSCu system shall not be admitted to
HCC during the term of that suspension unless they
demonstrate potential for being successful in the particular
program to which they apply through a petition process.
• Students who have been suspended or expelled for
disciplinary reasons from any postsecondary institution may
be denied admission to a mnSCu college or university.
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APPLYING TO HCC
ADmiSSionS PRoCeDuRe
IF YOU HAVE NEVER ATTENDED COLLEGE BEFORE...
to begin the admission process, you must complete the
following:
Step 1.
1. Hibbing Community College application or the mnSCu
‘universal application.’
IF YOU ARE AN UNDERGRADUATE TRANSFER
STUDENT...
if you have taken classes at another college and are
transferring to HCC, you must submit the following:
1. Hibbing Community College application or the mnSCu
‘universal application’ located at www.hibbing.edu .
2. $20 application fee (non-refundable).
3. An official copy of your high school transcripts or an official
copy of your geD scores.
2. $20 application fee (non-refundable).
3. An official copy of your high school transcript or an official
copy of your geD scores. Complete the high school / geD
transcript Release Permission Form on the HCC application
and send it to your high school. if you leave it attached HCC
will mail it for you.
4. if you have neither a high school diploma or a geD, contact
the Admissions office for admissions options.
Step 2.
once the above information is received, a letter is sent
informing you of the next step in the admission process.
Applications are considered complete when HCC receives the
above information. you will be considered for acceptance to
the college on the basis of this data.
the college must also receive a copy of your immunization
records. Students who meet one of the requirements below
are exempt:
• if you were born before 1957 for the age exemption;
• if you graduated from a minnesota high school in 1997 or
later;
• if you admissions records indicate you have met the
requirements as an enrolled student in another postsecondary school in minnesota.
Certain programs may have additional admission requirements.
Students will receive written notice of acceptance into the
college along with a schedule for assessment and registration
dates. new students entering HCC are required to take
assessment tests in math and reading. the results of these
tests will help you to choose classes that match your abilities
and will provide you the greatest chance for success.
4. An official copy of your transcripts from all other colleges
you have attended. Please send transcripts to: HCC
Admissions office, 1515 east 25th St., Hibbing, minnesota,
55746.
5. if you completed assessment testing at another college,
please have your scores sent to the HCC Admissions office.
your transcripts will be evaluated and you may receive credit for
work you've successfully completed at another institution.
Students pursuing an A.A.S. degree or diploma in a career
program will have only grades of “A”, “b”, “C”, “D” or “P”
considered for transfer.
Students pursuing an A.A. or A.S. degree will have grades of
“A”, “b”, “C”, “D”, or “P” considered for transfer.
Credits earned at an accredited college or university will be
considered for acceptance as equivalent courses for liberal
education requirements or as electives.
military credits will be accepted based on the recommendations
of the American Council of education.
IF YOU ARE TAKING CLASSES UNDER THE POSTSECONDARY EDUCATIONAL OPTIONS PROGRAM...(PSEO)
if you accept the challenge to take college classes under the
post-secondary options program, you will earn credit toward
high school graduation at the same time you are earning
college credit.
Criteria for enrollment shall be consistent with the following:
High school juniors and seniors shall be considered for
admissions into the PSeo program using the following criteria:
once assessment has been completed, you will be notified of
your acceptance status for your chosen program major.
1. All PSeo students shall be considered for enrollment on the
basis of available space.
Call our Admissions office at 1-218-262-7207 or 1-800-2244422 or e-mail admissions@hibbing.edu if you have questions.
Visit our homepage at www.hibbing.edu.
2. Class ranks for students planning to attend are:
• upper 33% of junior class for high school juniors
• upper 50% of senior class for high school seniors
Students who do not have a class rank may be admitted on
the basis of comparable rank on the ACt or other
standardized test.
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Students who do not meet this requirement may appeal for
admission by contacting the Dean of Academic Affairs and
Student Services, mike Raich, office C-105, 218-262-6702.
3. to determine college level placement in english, math, and
reading courses, you must make arrangements with the
Post-Secondary education options counselor to take the
college assessment tests. Students accepted into PSeo will
not be eligible for developmental course work.
Supplemental services required by any high school student
concurrently enrolled at HCC will be provided by the high
school.
North Dakota Board of Higher Education
10th Floor
State Capitol building
bismarck, north Dakota 58505
South Dakota Board of Regents Reciprocity Program
box 7109 - university Station
brookings, South Dakota 57007
Wisconsin Higher Education Board
P.o. box 7885
madison, Wisconsin 53702
All PSeo students shall be expected to perform to the
standards to which the institution’s non-PSeo students are
held accountable. these include policies regarding
academic standing and student conduct.
IF YOU ARE AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT...
PSeo students shall not enroll in developmental courses
(those numbered below 1000).
1. Hibbing Community College application or the mnSCu
‘universal application’ located at www.hibbing.edu .
Students from other countries are encouraged to apply for
admission to HCC. to begin the admission process, you must
submit the following:
to begin the admission process, you must submit the following:
2. $20 (American dollars) application fee (non-refundable)
• Application form: Complete the HCC application form and
submit it to HCC.
3. An official copy of your high school transcript or an official
copy of your geD scores. Complete the high school / geD
transcript Release Permission Form on the HCC application
and send it to your high school.
• Post-secondary enrollment options Program notice of
Student Registration form: Student and parent/guardian
must complete section one. your high school principal or
counselor must complete section two. note: this form
must be completed each term and submitted to HCC.
• High School transcripts: Please request your high school to
send an official transcript directly to the HCC Admissions
office.
• College transcripts: if you previously attended another
college, contact that college and request an official transcript
be sent to the HCC Admissions office.
the $20 application fee is waived while you are an options
student. Apply after January 31 but no later than may 1 to take
fall semester classes and before December 1 for Spring
Semester. Work closely with your high school counselor and
notify your high school counselor of your intentions by march 31.
Call HCC’s Post-Secondary educational options counselors at
218-262-6752 or 218-262-6786 or e-mail at
admissions@hibbing.edu or toll-free at 1-800-224-4422 for
more information. Visit our homepage at www.hibbing.edu.
IF YOU LIVE IN WISCONSIN, NORTH DAKOTA OR
SOUTH DAKOTA (RECIPROCITY STATES)...
if you wish to avoid paying out of state tuition and you are a
resident of Wisconsin, north Dakota or South Dakota, and wish
to be admitted as a reciprocity student, you must submit a
reciprocity application. you can write to the following addresses
for information or contact the HCC Admissions office.
4. official toeFl (test of english as Foreign language) score
report. minimum score is 500.
5. "line of Credit " statement from your bank showing you
have access to credit of $18,000 American funds.
you will also need to send official transcripts from any other
college you may have attended. Please have your transcripts
translated to english, if necessary.
As a citizen of a foreign country, you will not be eligible for
financial aid. you will be required to submit a financial
statement showing sufficient funds to cover costs for a full
academic year. Call the international Student Representative at
1-218-262-7292 or toll-free 1-800-224-4422 for more
information. Visit our homepage at www.hibbing.edu
IF YOU ARE NOT PLANNING TO EARN A DEGREE AT
HCC...
if you are planning to attend HCC and transfer to another
college without earning your degree, you are encouraged to
work closely with a counselor to plan your classes. transfer
guides are available in Student Services and on the website at
www.hibbing.edu. these program sheets cover the most
frequently transferred programs.
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IF YOU ARE TAKING CLASSES FOR PERSONAL
ENRICHMENT...
ACADEMIC FORGIVENESS POLICY
you may be interested in taking classes at HCC for your own
enrichment or enjoyment. if you plan to take a class in english
composition, math, or a reading-intense class such as
psychology, appropriate assessment test(s) are necessary.
Students often drop out of College after a semester or more of
poor academic performance. upon attempting to resume their
education at a later date, their previous academic performance
hinders admission to programs, application for scholarships,
and overall grade point average. Academic forgiveness seeks to
respond to students who want an opportunity to start over with
a clean slate.
Call the HCC Admissions office at 1-218-262-7207 or toll-free
1-800-224-4422 or e-mail at admissions@hibbing.edu if you
have questions. Visit our homepage at www.hibbing.edu.
PHILOSOPHY
GENERAL INFORMATION
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN AUDITING CLASSES...
you may choose to audit a class if you intend to take the class
for personal enrichment purposes only. no credit is given for
audited classes and they do not count toward a degree;
however, you are still required to pay the tuition and fees for the
course. Registration to audit a class must occur during the first
five days of the semester. if the class is a workshop, the audit
option must be declared at the time of registration or during the
first class. An "Au" is used to denote an audited class on
students' transcripts. Financial aid will not pay for audited
classes and PSeo students may not elect to audit classes.
1. Academic forgiveness does not apply to course work from
other post secondary institutions.
2. Academic forgiveness will only be applicable to HCC and
does not impose any decision on any other institution the
student may subsequently attend.
3. A student may only receive academic forgiveness once and
is non-reversible. Students must apply and include specific
terms for which forgiveness is sought.
4. Academic forgiveness does not apply to individual courses.
5. Academic forgiveness does not apply to financial aid
eligibility.
IF YOU ARE A SENIOR CITIZEN...
CRITERIA
When space is available after all tuition-paying students have
been accommodated, a person 62 years of age or older and a
minnesota resident is entitled to attend or audit any courses
offered for credit in any state supported institution of higher
education in minnesota. Attending or auditing will be free of
tuition charge. A senior citizen will be charged $20 per credit,
required student fees, and any additional laboratory or material
fees.
the student must:
1. be seeking a degree/diploma from HCC. A student who has
already graduated may not request academic forgiveness.
2. Have, since the most recent HCC admission, completed a
minimum of twelve (12) consecutive credit hours from HCC
with a minimum of 2.0 grade point average with a 100%
completion rate.
3. not have enrolled at HCC for a minimum of 18 months.
RE-ADMISSIONS
All students who have been away from HCC for one year or
more must reapply and comply with the graduation
requirements which are in effect when returning to college.
REINSTATEMENT
Students who have been suspended or dismissed from the
school for academic or disciplinary reasons may apply for
reinstatement at the beginning of the next school semester,
unless otherwise specified in the suspension/dismissal letter.
it is the student’s responsibility to contact the Admissions
office to be reinstated.
PROCEDURE
1. Submit a completed Academic Forgiveness form, available in
Records/Registrar’s office.
2. the current advisor's recommendation for
approval/disapproval must accompany the form.
3. Academic Forgiveness applications are submitted to the
Records/Registrar’s office and will be presented to the
Petition Committee for consideration.
4. if academic forgiveness is approved, the Records/Registrar’s
office will make the following adjustments to the student's
transcript:
• the transcript will be separated into two sections
indicating the point of academic forgiveness. Academic
forgiveness will be indicated on the transcript. All previous
work, whether from HCC or transfer, will remain on the
student's permanent record.
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• no credits will be granted for any course completed at
HCC prior to the point of academic forgiveness. However,
the course titles and grades from these courses will
remain on the transcript.
• Calculation of the student's gPA and completion rate will
not include grades received prior to the point of academic
forgiveness.
5. the student's record for the semesters involved will not
count toward admission to or completion of their current
degree program.
3. the following circumstances, standing alone, shall not
constitute sufficient evidence of domicile to affect eligibility
for instate tuition under these regulations but may be
considered as part of the demonstration of the facts and
circumstances listed above.
a. Voting or registration for voting.
b. the lease of living quarters.
c. A statement of intention to acquire a domicile in
minnesota.
d. Domicile of student's spouse in minnesota.
e. Automobile registration.
f. other public records, e.g., birth and marriage records.
STATE RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS
PART 1. DEFINITION OF DOMICILE.
Subpart C. exceptions. individuals in the following categories
shall qualify for instate tuition rates;
A person's true, fixed and permanent living place. Domicile is
the place to which a person intends to return after temporary
absences. A person may have only one domicile at a time.
1. graduate students appointed to graduate assistant
positions.
PART 2. DETERMINATION OF IN-STATE TUITION.
2. Students who qualify under a board-approved agreement
between a governmental subdivision and a college or
university.
Subpart A. Statute. Students shall be eligible to pay in-state
tuition if they meet the criteria of minnesota State Statute
135A.031, subd. 2.
Subpart B. Demonstrating domicile. Students may establish
eligibility for instate tuition by demonstrating domicile in
minnesota before the beginning of any semester or quarter.
Students have the burden of proving domicile for purposes of
instate tuition.
1. Students who seek to qualify for instate tuition must first
meet the following threshold requirements:
a. Students must have resided in minnesota for at least one
calendar year immediately prior to applying for in-state
tuition.
b. Residence in minnesota must not be merely for the
purpose of attending a college or university.
2. each of the following additional facts and circumstances will
be considered when responding to a petition for instate
tuition. no one of these factors is either necessary or
sufficient to support a claim for instate tuition.
3. Colleges and universities may adopt a policy to exempt high
ability students who are in the top 15 percent of their high
school class or who score above the 85th percentile on a
nationally-normed, standardized achievement test and who
reside in states that do not have reciprocity agreements with
minnesota.
4. Students who qualify under a college or university affirmative
action program consistent with law and approved by the
Chancellor or designee.
5. nonimmigrant Japanese students who have completed a
program of study of at least one academic year at Akita
campus and have been recommended by the provost for
transfer to a minnesota state college or university and who
retain their legal visa status.
6. Students who are recognized as refugees by the office of
Refugee Resettlement of the u. S. Department of Health and
Human Services.
a. Continuous presence in minnesota during period when not
enrolled as a student.
7. Colleges and universities may adopt a policy to exempt
nonimmigrant international students classified under 8.,
u.S.C. 1101 (a) (15) (b), (C), (D), (F), (H), (J), and (m).
b. Sources for financial support are generated within
minnesota.
8. u.S. military personnel serving on active duty assignment in
minnesota, and their spouses and dependent children.
c. Domicile in minnesota of family, guardian, or other
relatives or persons legally responsible for student.
d. ownership of a home in minnesota.
e. Permanent residence in minnesota.
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REGISTRATION
each semester, Hibbing Community College prepares a complete course schedule, available on
the website at www.hibbing.edu . Please refer to this website for course listings, number of
credits, class times and dates for registration and assessment testing. this information is
available approximately six weeks before the beginning of the semester. Returning students
have registration priority.
you are encouraged to work with a member of the Student Services staff or a program advisor
when planning your classes. if you have questions, or if you need help in making career and
academic decisions, please make an appointment with a counselor.
Class size is limited. if you are interested in taking a class that is closed, please check with an
advisor.
ASSESSMENT FOR SUCCESS
if you are a new entering student seeking a degree, diploma, certificate or planning to transfer to
another college, HCC requires that you take assessment tests in math and reading. the results
of these tests will help you choose classes that match your abilities and will provide you the
greatest chance for success. if you need to increase your skill level, HCC offers classes that will
help prepare you for college level work.
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AFFORDABLE!
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COSTS AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION
At HCC, we realize that both cost and value play important roles in the decision you make
choosing a college. HCC offers the best education at the lowest possible cost. grants,
scholarships, loans and work study jobs are available for qualifying students.
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Hibbing Community College delivers an excellent college
experience at an exceptional value. our goal is to make HCC
affordable and attainable for all students.
Students are responsible for all charges and debts for the term
even though the payment is delayed. All outstanding debts will
be turned over to a collection agency or the State of minnesota
for revenue recapture after a letter of payment request has
been sent to the person with the past due amount.
tuition and fee rates are set each year by the minnesota State
Colleges and universities (mnSCu) board of trustees.
Comprehensive information about tuition and fees may be
found on the HCC website at www.hibbing.edu or from the
Admissions office.
this policy will be applied without discrimination in regard to
race, religion, creed, national origin, gender, marital status,
sexual orientation, disability status and/or public assistance
status.
TUITION AND FEES
Students who live in a state that has a reciprocity agreement
with minnesota will be charged tuition and fees based on their
home state's negotiated rate and must fill out reciprocity
application forms with their respective state/province.
TUITION PAYMENT
Students must pay their tuition, fees and other charges by the
first day of college classes. Failure to pay will result in the
student being dropped from their classes. tuition statements
will not be mailed. Students will need to access their student
account through e-services at www.hibbing.edu .
tuition will be collected in accordance with the following
guidelines:
MISCELLANEOUS COSTS
Students in specific program majors may have additional costs
pertinent to their program. Check your program major consult a
counselor for any additional costs. Students in the trades
courses are required to furnish their own basic set of hand
tools. Students may also have to obtain safety equipment as
required by various departments.
BOOK DEFERMENT
Students who have financial aid award letters may defer the
cost of books or a portion of depending on the amount of
financial aid.
1. Students enrolling at HCC must pay tuition on or before the
first day of the term.
2. tuition payment may be delayed by providing a guaranteed
document that the tuition will be paid by a designated
agency (WiA/JtPA, Pell, DRS, minnesota State grant, biA,
etc.) it is the responsibility of the student to clear this with
the Financial Aid office.
Students will not be dropped if:
1. Student has an iSiR on file or completed the FAFSA in the
Financial Aid office.
2. Student has entered into a payment plan with FACtS. For
more information, see the college website at
www.hibbing.edu
3. Student has a scholarship or third party award on file with
the college in an amount sufficient to meet the amount due
the college.
TRANSCRIPTS
transcript requests are made through the national Student
Clearinghouse by visiting www.getmytranscript.com.
official transcripts for academic purposes, needed for any
minnesota State Colleges and universities (mnSCu), will be
electronically received. if you need an official transcript
provided to another minnesota State College or university
(mnSCu) please contact the receiving institution directly for
further information and assistance. A list of mnSCu
institutions can be found at
http://www.mnscu.edu/campuses/index.html.
unofficial transcripts are free and can be accessed through
your Hibbing Community College e-Services account.
4. Student is enrolled in the PSeo program.
5. Student is an international student and has an active i-20 or
active DS20.19 form, provided a minimum down payment of
$300 is paid by the fifth day of class.
Please note tuition, fees and items 1-5 are subject to change.
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FINANCIAL AID
most of the students attending Hibbing Community College are eligible for some form of financial
aid. While a part of the responsibility for financing a college education will be assumed by
students and/or their parents, HCC helps students explore options to receive aid.
For the most part, financial assistance is based on demonstrated need - the difference between
your resources and the total cost of attending HCC. your award may be in the form of grants and
scholarships that don't have to be repaid, loans that do have to be repaid, and work study.
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ABILITY TO BENEFIT
VETERANS' BENEFITS
to be eligible for federal financial aid, you must have earned
your high school diploma or geD.
Veterans may be entitled to additional benefits while attending
Hibbing Community College. this aid gives veterans,
dependents of disabled or deceased veterans, and war orphans
the opportunity to continue their education under a variety of
programs administered by the u.S. Veterans Administration. to
receive full-time assistance, you must be enrolled in 12 or more
credits each semester during the academic year. All changes in
enrollment must be reported to the Records office.
Ability-to-benefit (Atb) options for establishing general student
eligibility for title iV funds are eliminated for students who first
enroll in a program of study on or after July 1, 2012. neither
Atb testing nor earning six credits applicable to a degree or
certificate will satisfy the academic qualifications for receiving
title iV funds. A student will need to have a high school diploma
or its recognized equivalent, or have been home schooled, to
meet the eligibility criterion.
Please contact the college Admissions office for more
information.
Certification forms are available in the HCC Records office. you
may also call that office for more information (218-262-6735 or
1-800-224-4422).
HOW TO APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID
FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS
A variety of grants, work and loan funds are available to eligible
students who meet the qualifications. the programs listed
below are some of the primary sources of funding for our
students.
1. the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is found
online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. you may apply any time during
the year, but we must receive a valid Student Aid Report
back while you are still attending HCC. We recommend you
complete the application by April for priority consideration for
Fall Semester.
• Alliss grant
• Federal ACg grant
• Federal Pell grant
• Federal Supplemental educational opportunity grant
• Federal Perkins loan
• Federal PluS loan
• Federal Stafford Student loan
• Federal Work Study
• minnesota Achieve grant
• minnesota State grants
• minnesota Workforce initiative grant
• minnesota Child Care Assistance
• minnesota Division of Rehabilitation Services
• minnesota gi bill grant
• minnesota indian Scholarship
• minnesota SelF loan
2. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid online.
even if you are uncertain of what college you will be
attending, do not wait to complete your financial aid
application! you can list up to six different colleges on the
application and it’s free. if you are listing Hibbing
Community College as one of your choices, use 002355 for
the code. Check your information carefully. this information
is used to determine how much and what kinds of financial
aid you will receive. Again, there is no cost for completing
this application.
3. View your results online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. you can
check the status of your application, make corrections to a
processed FAFSA, and get other information. Within a couple
of weeks after filing the FAFSA you should receive
correspondence from the Financial Aid office. if you don’t
hear from us, please contact the Financial Aid office to
confirm your financial aid information has been received.
• minnesota Work Study
4. your minnesota State grant eligibility is determined by the
college after receiving the information from your FAFSA.
Detailed information can be obtained from the Financial Aid
staff.
5. you must reapply for financial aid each year so that your
need can be re-evaluated.
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OTHER INFORMATION YOU SHOULD
KNOW ABOUT FINANCIAL AID
Rights of students receiving financial aid:
As a student receiving financial aid, you have the right:
• to know that your financial aid award is based on financial
need as determined by Hibbing Community College
DISBURSEMENT OF FINANCIAL AID
most financial aid awards are distributed after the sixth day of
the semester (the final day you can drop or add classes). if you
are receiving an award that will be available after that time,
make arrangements with the business office to pay your tuition
late.
• to receive your financial aid award as long as you are eligible
and meet your responsibilities
• to be informed of the terms of any loan program awards that
you are offered
• to be informed of the terms of any work program awards that
are offered as financial aid
• to accept, reject or seek adjustments to your financial aid
award without prejudice
• to know how much financial aid you will receive each
semester, and when the payments will be disbursed
• to know how your eligibility can be restored if you are
declared ineligible because of unsatisfactory academic
progress
BOOKS
if you cannot afford to buy your books during the first week of
class, check with the HCC library or the Academic Center for a
list of texts on reserve. each semester, the HCC Student life
Committee purchases the most frequently requested texts to
be placed on reserve at the college library and in the Academic
Center. there is no charge to use the books, but they must be
used onsite.
For your convenience, the bookstore accepts ViSA and
masterCard.
• to privacy of information regarding your financial aid files.
information from your files will not be released to anyone
without a signed release, except college staff members and
financial aid donors, and federal and state agencies
• to access your financial aid files
• to seek financial aid counseling.
Responsibilities of students receiving financial aid:
Along with your rights, you also have the following
responsibilities:
• to provide accurate and factual information on all financial
aid forms
• to notify the Financial Aid office of any change in status,
including
a. withdrawal from your college classes;
b. reduction in the number of credits you are taking,
especially if you drop below full-time;
c. change in address, name or marital status; or,
d. financial information provided on your application;
• to repay your loans according to the terms outlined in the
papers you signed. (if you are in default on any loan, further
financial aid will be denied.)
• to use your financial aid award for educational purposes and
to manage carefully the funds you receive;
• to refund all or a portion of your award when you withdraw
from your college classes;
• to seek employment so that you can help cover your
educational costs.
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SERVICES TO STUDENTS
the student services staff at Hibbing Community College will help you meet your needs outside
the classroom. Services include programs and activities that will enhance your college
experience while you are a student at HCC. Services range from academic and career advising
and academic support, to intercollegiate athletics, student activities and clubs, student
government, and Phi theta Kappa.
We invite you to explore the possibilities HCC offers. you'll find the support and the challenges
that will make your education at HCC a time of growth.
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ACADEMIC AND CAREER
COUNSELING
Advisors and counselors are available to help you choose
classes, set goals, and make career choices. the "Discover"
program, “minnesota Career information System” software, and
the i-Seek website are available for students who wish to do
interest inventories as well as search for careers, jobs, financial
aid and scholarships. Contact a Student Services counselor or
advisor for more information on using these resources.
BUSINESS OFFICE
you will pay your tuition at the business office. Hours are 9
a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.
CAREER SERVICES
the Career Services office is located in the Student Services
area of the College. Resources available include: information
on HCC programs, two and four-year college catalogs, career
exploration resources, job-seeking information, and assistance
with resume writing and career or job searches.
PERSONAL COUNSELING
HCC's professional counseling staff is available on a drop-in or
appointment basis to discuss your personal concerns. they will
also administer and interpret interest tests to help you choose
academic and career goals. Referrals are also made to outside
agencies for specific assistance.
ACADEMIC CENTER
the Academic Center provides tutoring in most liberal arts
courses and selected career courses. Peer tutors,
recommended by faculty and trained in the Academic Center,
are available to help students individually or in study groups.
Students may utilize resource materials, including books,
videos, and study guides, in writing, mathematics, biology,
nursing, sociology, psychology, study skills and other subject
areas. tutoring is a service provided by the college and is
available to all students at no cost.
BOOKSTORE
the HCC bookstore is open throughout the school year and
provides all books and supplies you need for your classes at
HCC including new and used textbooks, school supplies,
greeting cards, backpacks and HCC apparel.
textbook returns and exchanges are accepted the first five days
of fall and spring semesters, and the first five days of summer
session. in order to return or exchange a textbook, you must
have the sales slip and the books must be in new condition
(e.g., no writing; if the book came wrapped in plastic, the wrap
must be intact).
the HCC bookstore schedules a used book buyback at the end
of each term, and will purchase any "current editions" whether
or not they are used on campus. this is held during the week
of finals at the end of fall and spring semesters.
DISABILITY SERVICES
Hibbing Community College is committed to providing access
and does not discriminate against qualified students or
employees with disabilities. Hibbing Community College
provides access to programs, services, and activities to
qualified students with documented disabilities, as required by
law. Documentation of a disability is required when requesting
accommodations. if you need an accommodation for a
disability, whether it be physical, psychological, or learning,
please contact the Disabilities office to make arrangements.
Reasonable accommodations and/or services, based on
individual needs of the student, may include, but are not limited
to, early registration, note taking, test taking accommodations,
sign language interpreters, adaptive equipment or auxiliary
aids, classroom accommodations, taped texts, advocacy, and
community referrals. HCC is completely accessible to students
with physical disabilities. Disability parking is available in HCC
parking lots. if you have a disability that requires
accommodations, it is your responsibility to inform the college
of your needs. For more information contact the Director of
Disability Services, mary iozzo, office m-166, at 218-262-6712.
E-TRANSCRIPTS
transcript requests are made through the national Student
Clearinghouse by visiting www.getmytranscript.com.
official transcripts for academic purposes, needed for any
minnesota State Colleges and universities (mnSCu), will be
electronically received. if you need an official transcript
provided to another minnesota State College or university
(mnSCu) please contact the receiving institution directly for
further information and assistance. A list of mnSCu
institutions can be found at
http://www.mnscu.edu/campuses/index.html.
unofficial transcripts are free and can be accessed through
your Hibbing Community College e-Services account.
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FITNESS FACILITIES
our fully-equipped fitness center is located in the HCC physical
education building. you can build a personal fitness program
around stationary bicycles, stair steppers, ellipticals, a
treadmill, free weights, as well as nautilus-like equipment. A
flat-screen tV is in the bike Room to help entertain you while
working out. And when you've finished your work-out, you can
refresh in the saunas in both the men's and women's locker
rooms. All HCC students, staff, and faculty are welcome to use
the facilities whenever they are available. there is no charge
but Student iD is required.
interlibrary loan is accomplished through mnPAlS, mnlinK and
miniteX. through participation in miniteX, access to and
delivery of requested items, from mnPAlS and mnlinK libraries
and the university of minnesota, is provided free to library
users.
the library has a good environment for study, research and
reference work. the library has carrels and tables equipped for
AV use, a conference room for group and video viewing, a
photocopier, campus networked PC computers, color and b/w
laser printers and wireless computer capability.
MULTICULTURAL ADVISING
FOOD SERVICE
Food service is available at Hibbing Community College to
students, staff and the general public through the Culinary Arts
Department. the HCC Cardinal Cafeteria offers morning rolls,
cookies, and beverages, and a selection of meal choices for
lunch. HCC’s Fine Dining Room offers a more formal
environment with breakfast and lunch selections prepared by
the Culinary Arts Department’s second-year students. Vending
machines are also conveniently located across campus.
HOUSING – CARDINAL HALL
As a student at Hibbing Community College, you have the
opportunity to live on-campus in Cardinal Hall, HCC’s student
apartments. For more information please contact the Cardinal
Hall office at 218-262-7246 or e-mail admissions@hibbing.edu.
you can also visit www.hibbing.edu, click “on Campus
Services,” click “Housing.”
INSURANCE
As a student, health insurance is available to you at student
rates. Check for information in the various display racks
around the college or stop at Student Services.
LIBRARY
the library is the college’s center for research. the library
contains approximately 26,000 units of print and non-print
material and subscriptions to over 100 periodicals, including
local and national newspapers.
HCC advisors can provide assistance in securing financial aid,
housing, and transportation. Admissions and program
information, personal and academic advisement and community
resources referrals are but a few of the services provided.
RECORDS/REGISTRATION
if you need registration materials or petition forms, contact the
registration office. A copy of your academic record is also
available through Student eServices on the HCC website
(www.hibbing.edu). Students may obtain unofficial copies of
their transcripts free of charge through e-Services or may order
official transcripts from www.getmytranscript.com for a $5 fee.
Contact the registration office for more information.
SERVICE-LEARNING
Hibbing Community College is committed to community
involvement and collaboration. As part of that commitment,
HCC encourages student participation in community activities.
the student/community partnership is one of mutual reward.
one avenue of participation is through service-learning, a
teaching/learning method by which students learn and develop
through active participation in thoughtfully organized service
experiences. Students may participate in this program through
a variety of ways, including an Alternative Spring break, extracurricular service and clubs, campus service days, components
within courses and curricula, and a one-credit course, PDeV
8083 – Service-learning experience. the completion of this
course fulfills mntC Category 9 requirements.
library resources are accessible through the library’s webpage
at www.hibbing.edu/on-campus-services/library.html . From
the webpage patrons can search the library catalog and access
subscription databases.
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STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES (SSS)
if you are a first-generation college student, are low-income, or
have a physical or learning disability, the Student Support
Services program can provide the support you need to succeed
in college. As a participant, you are eligible for special support
services both in and out of the classroom, including special
study groups, counseling, workshops, and cultural and
educational activities. you also will be eligible to take the
transition to College class. "transition to College" is designed
to build your skills in note-taking and test-taking and focuses on
setting goals.
VETERANS’ AFFAIRS
Hibbing Community College is approved by the minnesota State
Approving Agency for Veterans’ educational benefits.
Veterans can receive up to 45 months of educational
assistance through the gi bill for full-time attendance. benefits
are also paid for part-time attendance. the veteran must notify
the Records office when they register, add, drop or withdraw
from classes or of address changes or of any change in
dependents. the Veterans Administration, Fort Snelling,
provides work-study jobs for full-time student veterans.
Veterans can earn up to $1,800 each semester enrolled.
Students must be enrolled full time to be eligible. Please
contact the Veteran's Certifying official at 262-6735 for
information on how to apply for benefits.
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STUDENT LIFE
Hibbing Community College encourages students to use their talents and interests outside the
classroom as well as in class. College activities are an important part of student development,
creating a well-balanced program of involvement and learning.
HCC offers a full schedule of activities to complement the interests of our students. you can
take part in athletics (intercollegiate or intramural), fine arts activities, student government,
academic and occupational related clubs, and the honors society. the student life committee
made up of students, faculty and administrators, plans an annual budget for activities for the
campus.
College activities are an important part of a well-rounded education. Hibbing Community College
encourages students to use their talents and interests by participating in the activities and
getting involved in campus issues.
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STUDENT ACTIVITIES
ATHLETICS (INTERCOLLEGIATE)
HCC has a complete and competitive athletic program for both
men and women. HCC teams, the Cardinals, have won several
state and region titles, and have participated in national
competition.
Participants must maintain academic standards set by nJCAA
to be eligible to play. As a Division iii school, HCC does not
award athletic scholarships. men's varsity athletics include
basketball, golf and baseball. Women's varsity athletics
include volleyball, basketball, golf and softball.
ATHLETICS (INTRAMURALS AND CLUB SPORTS)
if you enjoy athletics, but don't have the time to devote to
varsity-level play, the intramural program offers a variety of
options, including, 3-on-3 basketball, co-ed volleyball, bowling,
floor hockey, and family recreation nights. Club men’s and
women’s soccer bridge the gap between intramural and
intercollegiate athletic programs.
CHOIR
the College choral group performs at least one concert each
semester on campus as well as special performances, such as
the tribute to the Victims of September 11. the choir has
participated in several festival concerts at Carnegie Hall since
the year 2000. the choir has also sung an oratorio or mass
with the Duluth-Superior orchestra, including “the messiah.”
HONORS SOCIETY (PHI THETA KAPPA)
the national honors society for two-year community college
students, Phi theta Kappa, recognizes students who maintain a
high academic standing and who have demonstrated leadership
and service learning in the college and community. Students
who have maintained a 3.35 gPA after earning 12 credits are
invited to become members.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT/STUDENT SENATE
the Student Senate is responsible for coordinating social life at
the college, and presenting student concerns to the
administration. Along with other student committees, the
senate provides opportunities for student involvement on
campus.
SKILLS USA / VOCATIONAL INDUSTRIAL CLUBS OF
AMERICA (VICA)
Skills uSA-ViCA is a national organization serving more than
250,000 high school, college students and professional
members who are enrolled in training programs in technical,
skilled, and service occupations, including health occupations.
members may participate in state skills competitions, and the
winner advances to the national competition.
DRAMA
the HCC theater hosts a number of events throughout the year
including: HCC choir concerts, northland broadway youth
theatre productions, various musical groups, high school play
and speech competitions, guest artists who perform and
entertain, cultural speakers, meetings, conferences, workshops,
and much more.
ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE CLUB
Students interested in careers in science and engineering have
the opportunity to work on advanced projects, tour industrial
sites locally and regionally, visit four-year universities in the
region, and be involved in community support activities. the
club also provides a social network for students in engineering
and science classes at HCC. the physics lab area serves as a
“home base” for students while on campus. Some activities
are in cooperation with other community colleges throughout
minnesota.
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EXTENDED ACADEMIC &
COMMUNITY SERVICES
ADVANCED MINNESOTA: FIVE COLLEGES.
ONE TRAINING SOLUTION.
the northeast Higher education District (nHeD) is responding
to the needs of its regional businesses and industries by
becoming more efficient in delivery of its services. the perfect
example of this is its new strategic enterprise, Advanced
minnesota: Five colleges. one training solution.
Advanced minnesota now integrates five existing custom
training and continuing education programs at Hibbing
Community College, mesabi Range Community and technical
College, itasca Community College, Rainy River Community and
technical College, Vermilion Community College, and a districtwide initiative known as Arrowhead university upper division
programming partnerships, into a region-wide, interdependent
operation that retains direct client access and program delivery
on the nHeD college campuses and removes duplication of
resources, and often times competition. this interdependent
approach assertively addresses nHeD‘s need to:
• meet the increasing demand by regional business and
industry for qualified workers
• Provide a single point of contact for all clients seeking
customized training and continuing education programming
• implement an aggressive strategy, driving marketing and
business development which in turn will facilitate the
identification and exploitation of new opportunities
• Align resources required for effective program delivery and
development of new clients
• generate the essential internal data at the level of
granularity required to assess performance effectiveness
and efficiency, make informed decisions, and communicate
this internally and externally
• be the one portal for customized training, continuing
education, and university partnerships
Advanced minnesota will provide an extensive array of
customized training options for clients including Safety and
Health training, Fire training, industrial training, Continuing
education, Professional Development, leadership and
organizational Development, Quality improvement, emS, and
law enforcement training. in addition, Advanced minnesota
offers the opportunity to create customized training courses
that will target specific needs.
PAULUCCI SPACE THEATER
the Paulucci Space theatre is a modern multi-media classroom
located at Hibbing Community College, incorporating
computerized multi-media equipment, wide-screen video, a
wrap-around movie projector and telescopes for sky viewing by
students, as well as the general public.
the Paulucci Space theatre is used by Hibbing Community
College astronomy classes and by student life for various
activities. the Paulucci Space theatre is also a great
destination for public shows, school groups, birthday parties,
scout troops, and more!
INTERACTIVE TELEVISION
interactive television connects Hibbing Community College to
other colleges. HCC's "college without walls" gives students
access to courses that would otherwise not be available.
Hibbing Community College, through the northeast Alliance for
telecommunications (neAt), provides distance education
services. HCC offers courses from other colleges in northeast
minnesota, greater minnesota and the world through a system
of interactive television classroom (itV) sites. neAt provides a
full two-way audio and video network that allows students to
take classes and interact with instructors at other colleges
without having to commute to distant campuses.
the neAt network consists of several colleges in addition to
connections to educational institutions statewide, nationally
and internationally. the network also connects to K-12 schools
for post-secondary coursework options.
For more information, contact the neAt office at 218-263-2951
or visit the neAt web site at www.neat.nu.
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START WITH A DREAM
FiniSH WitH A FutuRe
TRANSFER INFORMATION
minnesota's public colleges and universities are working to make transferring easier. you can
help if you plan ahead, ask questions, and use pathways created by transfer agreements.
For more information, please contact one of HCC’s transfer specialists in the Student Services
area.
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PREPARING FOR TRANSFER
TO/FROM HCC
if you are currently enrolled in a college or university:
• Discuss your plans with the campus transfer specialist.
• Call or visit your intended transfer college. you should
obtain the following materials and information:
- college catalog
- transfer brochure
- information on admissions criteria and materials required
for admission
• After you have received these materials, make an
appointment to talk with an advisor/counselor in the college
or program you want to enter. be sure to ask about course
transfer and admission criteria.
if you are not currently enrolled in a college or university, you
might begin by meeting with a transfer specialist or an
admissions officer at your intended transfer college to plan the
steps you need to take.
UNDERSTANDING HOW TRANSFER
OF CREDIT WORKS
• the receiving college or university decides what credits
transfer and whether those credits meet its degree
requirements. the accreditation of both your sending and
your receiving institution can affect the transfer of credits
you earn.
• institutions accept credits from courses and programs like
those they offer. they look for similarity in course goals,
content, and level. "like" transfers to "like".
• not everything that transfers will help you graduate.
baccalaureate degree programs usually count credits in
three categories: general education, major/minor courses
and prerequisites, and electives. the key question is, "Will
your credits fulfill requirements of the degree or program you
choose?"
• if you change your career goal or major, you might not be
able to complete all degree requirements within the usual
number of graduation credits.
APPLYING FOR TRANSFER
ADMISSION
Application for admission is always the first step in transferring.
Fill out the application as early as you can prior to the deadline.
enclose the application fee if applicable.
• Request that official transcripts be sent from every
institution you have attended. you might be required to
provide a high school transcript or geD test scores as well.
• Recheck to be certain you supplied the college or university
with all the necessary paperwork. most colleges make no
decisions until all required documents are in your file.
• if you have heard nothing from your intended college of
transfer after one month, call to check on the status of your
application.
• After the college notifies you that you have been accepted
for admission, your transcribed credits will be evaluated for
transfer. A written evaluation should tell you which courses
transfer and which do not. How your courses specifically
meet degree requirements may not be decided until you
arrive for orientation or have chosen a major.
• if you have questions about your evaluation, call the
Admissions office and ask to speak with a credit evaluator.
Ask why judgments were made about specific courses. many
concerns can be cleared up if you understand why decisions
were made. if not satisfied, you can appeal. See "your
Rights as a transfer Student" below.
YOUR RIGHTS AS A TRANSFER
STUDENT
• A clear, understandable statement of HCC’s transfer policy.
(See following section)
• A fair and timely credit review and an explanation of why
credits were or were not accepted.
• A copy of the Academic Appeals Process.
For help with your transfer questions or problems, see your
campus transfer specialist.
PROCESS FOR ACADEMIC APPEALS
1. Student fills out an appeals form provided by the transfer
specialist in the Student Services Department.
Supplemental information provided to reviewers is
encouraged, such as: syllabus, course description/course
outline, completed coursework, etc.
2. the appeal form is submitted to the appropriate department
leader who will consult with department members to review
the appeal.
3. the department leader will provide the student, in writing,
the outcome of the appeal within 5 working days.
4. if the appeal is denied, the student can then submit the
appeal to a sub committee of the AASC (Academic Affairs
and Standards Council). the appeal should be presented to
the chair of the AASC, who will convene the sub-committee.
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5.the AASC chair will provide the student, in writing, the
outcome of the appeal within 5 working days.
6.if denied, the student can then submit the appeal to the
provost, whose decision is final.
TRANSFER CREDIT EVALUATION
usually a student transferring from another college who is
eligible for reentrance at that college will also be eligible for
admission to Hibbing Community College.
Courses with grades of A, b, C, and D will be considered from
another institution for transfer. if the cumulative gPA in that
institution is lower than 2.00, only the grades A, b, and C will
be considered for transfer. the gPA from another institution is
not used in computing the student's gPA at Hibbing Community
College.
Students transferring from another college should have their
transcripts evaluated by the transfer specialist in order to
determine their standing before registering for classes. HCC
course equivalents at a number of colleges and universities are
listed at www.mntransfer.org under “transfer Resources.”
lower division credits earned at a college or university
accredited by a regional accrediting association will be
accepted as equivalent courses for general education purposes
or as electives as determined by the transfer specialist.
Courses in which D grades are earned will be considered for
transfer only if the student's over-all gPA is 2.00 or higher.
Credits from proprietary schools and colleges not accredited by
a regional accrediting association will be considered for transfer
by the transfer specialist. burden of proof concerning
information on course content and qualifications of instructor
will be on the student.
Work completed at military schools will be considered as
electives based on the recommendations of the American
Council of education.
EVALUATION AND ACCEPTANCE
OF CREDITS FOR TRANSFER FROM
TECHNICAL COLLEGES
• HCC shall accept in transfer, for full credit, college-parallel
general education courses offered by technical colleges with
regional accreditation to provide transfer-level general
education courses leading to an Associate in Applied
Science Degree.
• HCC shall accept for transfer as electives leading to an
Associate in Arts Degree, a maximum of 16 semester credits
of college-level vocational or technical courses offered by
technical colleges with regional accreditation.
• HCC shall accept for transfer vocational technical credits
from technical colleges for those courses which are judged
to be comparable or equivalent to courses offered at the
college. Courses not determined to be current may transfer
after departmental review.
PRIOR LEARNING EXPERIENCE
Students may request that prior learning experience be
substituted for selected courses through the test out
procedure. this request must be made with the transfer
specialist.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT
HCC will accept in transfer credits earned through the Advanced
Placement program in which a minimum score has been
achieved. Course equivalents may be viewed at
www.mntransfer.org under the category “tips for transfer.”
Credits are granted after the student has enrolled in classes at
HCC. Advanced placement credits do not apply toward the
residency requirement at HCC.
COLLEGE LEVEL EXAMINATION
PROGRAM (CLEP)
HCC will consider College level examination Program (CleP)
exams for the transfer of credit toward general education.
Credit will be awarded only if students achieve standard scores
recommended by the Council on College level examinations.
Credit for Freshman english or Freshman College Composition
may be used to satisfy the student’s engl 1060 requirement
only if the essay portion of the CleP exam is successfully
completed. Credits are granted only after the student has
enrolled in classes at HCC. CleP credits do not apply toward
the residency requirement at HCC.
DEFENSE ACTIVITIES FOR
NON-TRADITIONAL EDUCATION
SUPPORT (DANTES)
Defense Activities for non-traditional education Support
(DAnteS) exams will be considered for transfer credit. Credit
awarded on the DSSt exams is based on the American Council
on education (ACe) recommendation. english 1060 is satisfied
only with the essay portion of the equivalent exam. Credits are
granted only after the student has enrolled in classes at HCC.
DSSt credits do not apply to the residency requirements at
HCC.
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PREPARING TO TRANSFER FROM
HCC -- GUARANTEED TRANSFER OF
CREDITS
Hibbing Community College guarantees transfer of credits for
students completing an Associate in Arts Degree to any of the
following universities: bemidji State university, minnesota
State university-mankato, minnesota State universitymoorhead, St. Cloud State university, Southwest minnesota
State university, Winona State university, and the university of
minnesota, Duluth. in addition, HCC is a part of the minnesota
transfer Curriculum agreement which guarantees transfer of the
40 liberal education credits to any public college or university in
minnesota. these credits will fulfill the general education
requirements for a baccalaureate degree.
Students who expect to continue their courses of study in fouryear colleges and universities are urged to plan with their
counselors when selecting classes. Students are encouraged
to study the catalogs of the colleges to which they intend to
transfer and to confer with the counselors and advisors in
student services.
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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS AND OTHER ACADEMIC
INFORMATION
graduation requirements and other academic information are important to successful completion
of your courses, programs, or degrees at Hibbing Community College. this information is as
current as possible. if policies change, the College will make every effort to keep you updated.
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DEGREES, DIPLOMAS AND
CERTIFICATES
Certificates are designed to be stand-alone awards though they
may also complement a subsequent award in a related area.
they are short programs, highly focused on specific outcomes
(occupational or a focused area of study), and may or may not
include general education. general education, if any, should
directly support the certificate’s purpose. Certificates are not
intended to be "stacked" on top of one another (sequenced or
prerequisites) by requiring that one be completed before the
other. Certificate Programs are offered at both the
undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Diplomas are also designed to be stand-alone awards. they
are one-to-two years in length, highly focused on specific
occupational outcomes to prepare students for employment
and may or may not include general education.
• Associate Degrees (AA, AFA, AS, AAS) are offered at the lower
division level. most associate degrees (AA, AFA and AS) are
designed primarily to transfer to baccalaureate degrees.
most contain general education courses. the AFA and the AS
require a formal articulation agreement with one or more
system institutions. Associate degree curriculum is designed
to be similar to curriculum taken by the university students in
the first two years of their baccalaureate degrees, and
should transfer “in its entirety” to the baccalaureate
program. the articulation agreement specifies the course
equivalencies involved in the transfer.
• the Associate in Arts degree is a general liberal arts degree
without a named field of study. Areas of emphasis are
permitted in AA degrees, but the coursework within the
emphasis must transfer to a specific baccalaureate degree.
An Articulation Agreement is required for an AA with an area
of emphasis. the AA degree program requires completion of
the minnesota transfer Curriculum.
• the Associate in Fine Arts degree is a named fine arts degree
designed to transfer to a specific baccalaureate fine arts
degree. An Articulation Agreement is required.
• the Associate in Science degree is a named degree designed
primarily to transfer to a specific baccalaureate degree.
Coursework is concentrated in a scientific, technical, or
professional field. Some AS degree programs also may have
an occupational outcome, e.g., preparation for a nursing
license. there are two types of AS degrees: a degree in a
specific field and a broad field degree. broad field AS degrees
must transfer to all system universities offering that major at
the baccalaureate degree. Articulation Agreements are
required for all AS degrees.
• the Associate in Applied Science degree has an occupational
outcome. it can be designed to stand alone or for transfer to
a bachelor of applied science degree (bAS). Articulation
Agreements are required for an AAS degree that transfers to
a bAS program.
DEFINITIONS
Program: A program is a cohesive pattern of credit courses
and experiences leading to a degree, diploma, or certificate.
Programs are designed to (1) prepare students for advanced
study, (2) qualify students for an occupation or range of
occupations, and (3) increase students’ knowledge and
understanding in a specific area/discipline. Accomplishment of
program objectives requires a set of structured learning
experiences in which a student must demonstrate
competencies in a wide range of skills and knowledge that
constitute a major or are certified by a credential.
Credit: A credit is the unit of measure normally associated with
specific courses and experiential learning activities. While
credits are the units of measure utilized in this policy, their use
is not intended to limit nor reduce opportunities to certify skills
and competency attainment through alternative student
outcome assessment approaches. the goal of education is the
attainment of specific skills and knowledge. Creative
approaches to the awarding of credit in response to
demonstrated student skills attainment, above and beyond
credit for prior learning and credit through examination
programs, are both encouraged and desired.
CRITERIA
Degrees, diplomas and certificates awarded for program
completion by the minnesota State Colleges and universities
shall meet the following criteria:
1. A certificate may be awarded for successful completion of a
specialized program of study. A certificate shall include 9 to
30 semester credits.
2. A diploma may be awarded for successful completion of a
program intended to provide students with employment
skills. A diploma shall include 30 to 72 semester credits.
the Chancellor must approve program credit lengths that
exceed 72 semester credits. At least one-third of the credits
shall be taught by the faculty recommending the award of
the diploma. this requirement may be decreased upon
recommendation by the faculty and approval by the
president.
3. An Associate in Arts (A.A.) Degree or Associate in Science
(A.S.) Degree may be awarded after the successful
completion of a program of 60 semester credits.
the Chancellor must approve program credit lengths that
exceed 60 semester credits. the Associate in Science and
Associate in Arts degrees are designed for transfer to a
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baccalaureate degree. At least 20 semester credits shall be
taught by the faculty recommending the awarding of the
degree. this requirement may be decreased upon
recommendation of by the faculty and approval by the
president.
• An Associate in Science (A.S.) degree may be awarded for
successful completion of a program in a designated field
or area which transfers to a baccalaureate major in a
related scientific or technical field. An Associate in
Science degree must have one or more articulation
agreement(s) between the institution awarding the
Associate in Science degree and an institution awarding a
related baccalaureate degree. An A.S. degree may also be
designed to prepare students for employment. An
Associate in Science program shall include a minimum of
30 semester credits in general education credits. An
Associate in Science degree is designed to provide a
substantial general education component. general
education courses shall be selected from at least six of
the ten goal areas of the minnesota transfer Curriculum.
An Associate in Science degree may include the entire
minnesota transfer Curriculum.
• An Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree may be awarded for
successful completion of a liberal arts and sciences
curriculum designed to constitute the first two years of a
baccalaureate degree. An Associate in Arts degree shall
include the entire minnesota transfer Curriculum.
4. An Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree may be
awarded for successful completion of a program of 60 to 72
semester credits. the Chancellor must approve program
credit lengths that exceed 72 semester credits. At least 20
semester credits shall be taught by the faculty
recommending the awarding of the degree. this requirement
may be decreased upon recommendation by the faculty and
approval by the president.
• An A.A.S. degree may be awarded for successful
completion of a program primarily intended to prepare
students for employment. An A.A.S. degree may be
designed to transfer to a related baccalaureate major. An
A.A.S. program shall include a minimum of 25 percent of
the total semester credits in general education credits.
general education courses shall be selected from at least
three of the ten goal areas of the minnesota transfer
Curriculum. At least 30 semester credits shall be
program-related occupational or technical credits.
5. An Associate in Fine Arts (A.F.A.) Degree in Art may be
awarded to students completing the minimum general
education requirements outlined below, and earning at least
a 2.00 grade point average in 60 semester credits in
courses numbered 1000 or above. the A.F.A Degree in Art
requires completion of the minnesota transfer Curriculum
(mntC). the culminating research and studio practices in
the A.F.A Degree in Art prepares students for direct transfer
to a bachelors degree in Fine Arts. HCC’s A.F.A. program has
been designed to challenge students to explore a personal
approach to a variety of art media. the program requires
that students develop a specific language to articulate their
ideas, methods and intentions of their artwork and the
artwork of others. Students will use their understanding of
contemporary and historical art to better inform their work
and their understanding of the visual systems used in
cultures around the world.
MINNESOTA GENERAL EDUCATION
TRANSFER CURRICULUM
the minnesota general education transfer Curriculum is the
result of a collaborative effort by all of the two-and four-year
public colleges and universities in minnesota to define a
common philosophy toward general education. the goal of this
effort is to help students transfer their work in general
education. Completion of a defined transfer curriculum at one
institution enables a student to receive credit for all lowerdivision general education upon admission to any other
institution.
Students who complete a general education transfer curriculum
are certified in ten areas of competency by faculty at the
sending institution.
the minnesota general education transfer Curriculum provides
details about the competencies. the following are the ten areas
of emphasis:
GOAL 1 WRITTEN AND ORAL COMMUNICATION
to develop writers and speakers who use the english language
effectively and who read, write, speak and listen critically. As a
base, all students should complete introductory communication
requirements early in their collegiate studies. Writing
competency is an ongoing process to be reinforced through
writing-intensive courses and writing across the curriculum.
Speaking and listening skills need reinforcement through
multiple opportunities for interpersonal communication, public
speaking, and discussion.
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Student competencies: Students will be able to
• understand/demonstrate the writing and speaking processes
through invention, organization, drafting, revision, editing and
presentation.
• Participate effectively in groups with emphasis on listening,
critical and reflective thinking, and responding.
• locate, evaluate, and synthesize in a responsible manner
material from diverse sources and points of view.
bring changes in some of the ways scientists view the world. by
studying the problems that engage today’s scientists, students
learn to appreciate the importance of science in their lives and
to understand the value of a scientific perspective. Students
should be encouraged to study both the biological and physical
sciences.
Student competencies: Students will be able to
• Demonstrate understanding of scientific theories.
• use authority, point-of-view, and individual voice and style in
their writing and speaking.
• Formulate and test hypotheses by performing laboratory,
simulation, or field experiments in at lease two of the natural
science disciplines. one of these experimental components
should develop, in greater depth, students’ laboratory
experience in the collection of data, its statistical and
graphical analysis, and an appreciation of its sources of error
and uncertainty.
• employ syntax and usage appropriate to academic disciplines
and the professional world.
• Communicate their experimental findings, analyses, and
interpretations both orally and in writing.
• Select appropriate communication choices for specific
audiences.
• Construct logical and coherent arguments.
GOAL 2 CRITICAL THINKING
to develop thinkers who are able to unify factual, creative,
rational, and value-sensitive modes of thought. Critical thinking
will be taught and used throughout the general education
curriculum in order to develop students’ awareness of their own
thinking and problem-solving procedures. to integrate new skills
into their customary ways of thinking, students must be actively
engaged in practicing thinking skills and applying them to openended problems.
Student competencies: Students will be able to
• gather factual information and apply it to a given problem in
a manner that is relevant, clear, comprehensive, and
conscious of possible bias in the information selected.
• imagine and seek out a variety of possible goals,
assumptions, interpretations, or perspectives which can give
alternative meanings or solutions to given situations or
problems.
• Analyze the logical connections among the facts, goals, and
implicit assumptions relevant to a problem or claim; generate
and evaluate implications that follow from them.
• Recognize and articulate the value assumptions which
underlie and affect decisions, interpretations, analyses, and
evaluations made by ourselves and others.
GOAL 3 NATURAL SCIENCES
to improve students’ understanding of natural science
principles and of the methods of scientific inquiry, i.e., the ways
in which scientists investigate natural science phenomena. As
a basis for lifelong learning, students need to know the
vocabulary of science and to realize that while a set of
principles has been developed through the work of previous
scientists, ongoing scientific inquiry and new knowledge will
• evaluate societal issues from a natural science perspective,
ask questions about the evidence presented, and make
informed judgments about science-related topics and
policies.
GOAL 4 MATHEMATICS/SYMBOLIC SYSTEMS
to increase students’ knowledge about mathematical and
logical modes of thinking. this will enable students to
appreciate the breadth of applications of mathematics,
evaluate arguments, and detect fallacious reasoning. Students
will learn to apply mathematics, logic, and/or statistics to help
them make decisions in their lives and careers. minnesota's
public higher education systems have agreed that
developmental mathematics includes the first three years of a
high school mathematics sequence through intermediate
algebra.
Student competencies: Students will be able to
• illustrate historical and contemporary applications of
mathematics/logical systems.
• Clearly express mathematical/logical ideas in writing.
• explain what constitutes a valid mathematical/logical
argument (proof).
• Apply higher-order problem-solving and/or modeling
strategies.
GOAL 5 HISTORY AND THE SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL
SCIENCES
to increase students’ knowledge of how historians and social
and behavioral scientists discover, describe, and explain the
behaviors and interactions among individuals, groups,
institutions, events, and ideas. Such knowledge will better
equip students to understand themselves and the roles they
play in addressing the issues facing humanity.
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Student competencies: Students will be able to
• employ the methods and data that historians and social and
behavioral scientists use to investigate the human condition.
• Demonstrate communication skills necessary for living and
working effectively in a society with great population diversity.
• examine social institutions and processes across a range of
historical periods and cultures.
to increase students’ understanding of the growing
interdependence of national and international peoples and
develop their ability to apply a comparative perspective to
cross-cultural, social, economic and political experiences.
• use and critique alternative explanatory systems or theories.
• Develop and communicate alternative explanations or
solutions for contemporary social issues.
GOAL 6 THE HUMANITIES--THE ARTS, LITERATURE,
AND PHILOSOPHY
to expand students’ knowledge of the human condition and
human cultures. especially in relation to behavior, ideas, and
values expressed in works of human imagination and thought.
through study in disciplines such as literature, philosophy, and
the fine arts, students will engage in critical analysis, form
aesthetic judgments, and develop an appreciation of the arts
and humanities as fundamental to the health and survival of
any society. Students should have experiences in both the arts
and humanities.
Student competencies: Students will be able to
• Demonstrate awareness of the scope and variety of works in
the arts and humanities.
• understand those works as expressions of individual and
human values within a historical and social context.
• Respond critically to works in the arts and humanities.
• engage in the creative process or interpretive performance.
• Articulate an informed personal reaction to works in the arts
and humanities.
GOAL 7 HUMAN DIVERSITY
to increase students' understanding of individual and group
differences (e.g. race, gender, class) and their knowledge of the
traditions and values of various groups in the united States.
Students should be able to evaluate the united States'
historical and contemporary responses to group differences.
Student competencies: Students will be able to
• understand the development of and the changing meanings
of group identities in the united States' history and culture.
• Demonstrate an awareness of the individual and institutional
dynamics of unequal power relations between groups in
contemporary society.
• Analyze their own attitudes, behaviors, concepts and beliefs
regarding diversity, racism, and bigotry.
• Describe and discuss the experience and contributions
(political, social, economic, etc.) of the many groups that
shape American society and culture, in particular those
groups that have suffered discrimination and exclusion.
GOAL 8 GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE
Student competencies: Students will be able to
• Describe and analyze political, economic, and cultural
elements which influence relations of states and societies in
their historical and contemporary dimensions.
• Demonstrate knowledge of cultural, social, religious and
linguistic differences.
• Analyze specific international problems, illustrating the
cultural, economic, and political differences that affect their
solution.
• understand the role of a world citizen and the responsibility
world citizens share for their common global future.
GOAL 9 ETHICAL AND CIVIC RESPONSIBILITY
to develop students' capacity to identify, discuss, and reflect
upon the ethical dimensions of political, social, and personal
life and to understand the ways in which they can exercise
responsible and productive citizenship. While there are diverse
views of social justice or the common good in a pluralistic
society, students should learn that responsible citizenship
requires them to develop skills to understand their own and
other's positions, be part of the free exchange of ideas, and
function as public-minded citizens.
Student competencies: Students will be able to
• examine, articulate, and apply their own ethical views.
• understand and apply core concepts (e.g. politics, rights and
obligations, justice, liberty) to specific issues.
• Analyze and reflect on the ethical dimensions of legal, social,
and scientific issues.
• Recognize the diversity of political motivations and interests
of others.
• identify ways to exercise the rights and responsibilities of
citizenship.
GOAL 10 PEOPLE AND THE ENVIRONMENT
to improve students' understanding of today's complex
environmental challenges. Students will examine the interrelatedness of human society and the natural environment.
Knowledge of both bio-physical principles and socio-cultural
systems is the foundation for integrative and critical thinking
about environmental issues.
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Student competencies: Students will be able to:
• explain the basic structure and function of various natural
ecosystems and of human adaptive strategies within those
systems.
• Discern patterns and interrelationships of bio-physical and
socio-cultural systems.
• Describe the basic institutional arrangements (social, legal,
political, economic, religious) that are evolving to deal with
environmental and natural resource challenges.
• Critically evaluate environmental and natural resource issues
in light of understandings about interrelationships,
ecosystems, and institutions.
• evaluate, propose and assess alternative solutions to
environmental problems.
• Articulate and defend the actions they would take on various
environmental issues.
• Students must file an Application for graduation in the
Records office prior to the requested graduation date,
preferably by mid-semester.
• Degree candidates must earn at least 20 semester credits at
Hibbing Community College.
• Students who have applied to graduate but have not met all
graduation requirements will receive a letter identifying the
missing requirement(s).
• grading with Honors:
Distinction
High Distinction
Very High Distinction
Students with a 3.25 - 3.49 gPA
Students with a 3.20 - 3.74 gPA
Students with a 3.75 - 4.00 gPA
• Commencement exercises are held once each year at the
end of Spring Semester. All candidates for graduation in that
academic year may participate in Commencement exercises.
Students must indicate their intent to participate in
Commencement exercises when they submit an Application
for graduation.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION
in order to graduate from Hibbing Community College with an
Associate Degree, Diploma, or Certificate,
• Students must complete all the requirements of the degree,
diploma, or certificate with a minimum of a 2.00 (C) grade
point average. Specific requirements for these degrees,
diplomas, and certificates are listed on the following pages.
• Students must have made up all failures and/or incompletes
in required curricula.
• Students must have removed all financial obligations to the
College prior to graduation.
• Courses numbered below 1000 may not be used to fulfill
Associate Degree, Diploma, or Certificate requirements.
• Students whose enrollment exceeds the time period
described in the program plan for his/her degree, diploma, or
certificate may meet the catalog requirements of the catalog
in effect when they first enrolled, provided they have attended
continuously since entering. if the student’s attendance has
been interrupted for one year or longer, the student must
fulfill the graduation requirements of the catalog in effect
when the student re-entered HCC.
• in cases in which the student’s program and required courses
have been modified by conversion to semesters or other
revisions during an extended interruption in the student’s
attendance, the student must meet with an advisor to
determine how remaining graduation requirements may be
fulfilled.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR
AN ASSOCIATE IN ARTS DEGREE
An Associate in Arts Degree will be awarded to students
completing the minimum general education requirements
outlined below, and earning at least a 2.00 grade point average
in 60 semester credits in courses numbered 1000 or above.
the A.A. Degree requires completion of the minnesota transfer
Curriculum (mntC).
I. GENERAL EDUCATION (MINNESOTA TRANSFER
CURRICULUM) - A minimum of 40 semester credits is
required to satisfy general education requirements. Students
must satisfy minimum requirements in all ten goal areas listed
below. Courses which satisfy more than one goal area may be
counted for credit only once.
1. COMMUNICATIONS
(9 semester credits minimum.)
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
engl 1060
engl 1060
engl 1070
or
engl 1090
SPCH 1010
or
SPCH 1050
Freshman Composition
Freshman Composition
technical Report Writing
3
3
3
Advanced Composition
Fundamentals of Speech
3
3
interpersonal Communication
3
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2. CRITICAL THINKING:
mAtH 2121
mAtH 2211
Requirements are met by completing Communications and Natural
Science requirements.
PHil 1250
Calculus 3
Differential equations with intro. to
linear Algebra
logic
5
5
3
3. NATURAL SCIENCES
(6 credits minimum. Two courses must include labs.)
5. HISTORY / SOCIAL / BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
(8 credits minimum) Select from at least two areas.
AStR 1050
biol 1050
biol 1120
biol 1250
biol 1260
biol 1510
biol 1520
biol 2140
biol 2151
biol 2201
biol 2251
CHem 1020
CHem 1300
CHem 1610
CHem 1611
enSC 1050
geol 1010
nSCi 1500
nSCi 1610
PHyS 1005
PHyS 1010
PHyS 1020
PHyS 2010
PHyS 2021
PHyS 2030
introduction to Astronomy
Human biology
microbiology
Human Anatomy & Physiology 1
Human Anatomy & Physiology 2
general biology of Cells
general biology of Animals & Plants
Human Anatomy
Human Physiology
ecology & Field biology
limnology
introduction to Chemistry
investigating Chemistry through Forensic
Science
general Chemistry 1
general Chemistry 2
environmental Science
Physical geology
meteorology
galileo and the Revolution in Astronomy
Physics Concepts
introduction to Physics 1
introduction to Physics 2
general Physics 1
general Physics 2
modern Physics
3
3
3
4
4
5
5
4
4
4
4
4
3
5
5
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
5
5
3
4. MATH/LOGICAL REASONING
(3 credits minimum) One math course is required.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CSCi 1081
mAtH 1040
mAtH 1100
mAtH 1140
mAtH 1145
mAtH 1200
mAtH 1300
mAtH 1501
mAtH 2010
mAtH 2101
mAtH 2111
Fundamentals of Computer Science 1
College Algebra
Finite math
liberal Arts mathematics
introduction to the mathematical Sciences
Survey of Calculus
trigonometry
Pre-Calculus
Statistics
Calculus 1
Calculus 2
4
4
3
3
3
4
2
5
4
5
5
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
AntH 1010
eCon 1010
eCon 1030
eCon 1050
geog 1100
HiSt 1055
HiSt 1060
HiSt 1150
HiSt 1250
HiSt 1260
HiSt 1300
HiSt 1400
HiSt 2100
HiSt 2200
HiSt 2300
HiSt 2580
mCS 1010
PSCi 1100
PSCi 1300
PSCi 1500
PSyC 1010
PSyC 1205
PSyC 1350
PSyC 1400
SoC 1100
SoC 1200
SoC 1300
SoC 1400
SoC 2200
SoC 2300
Cultural Anthropology
macroeconomics
introduction to economics
microeconomics
Human geography
european History: Ancient to 1789
european History: 1789 - Present
American indian History
u.S. History to 1877
u.S. History 1877 - Present
the History of Food and Culture
modern Asia
Divided America: 1960 - 1980
minnesota History
World War ii
the Vietnam War
introduction to indian Studies
American government
State & local government
Alternative Spring break
Psychology of Adjustment
general Psychology
lifespan Development
Abnormal Psychology
introduction to Sociology
Social Problems
Criminology
marriage and the Family
Race and ethnicity
Sociology of Aging
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
2
3
3
3
2
4
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
6. HUMANITIES
(9 credits minimum with a minimum of one course from Area A, a
minimum of two semester credits from Area B, and a minimum of one
course from Area C.)
Area A: Analysis and Criticism
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
ARt 1010
ARt 1490
ARt 1500
mCS ****
introduction to Art
Art History – Prehistory/gothic
Art History – Renaissance to Present
Study Abroad
3
3
3
2
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muSC 1050
muSC 1100
muSC 1110
PHil 1200
PHil 1300
PHil 1350
America’s Popular music
music Appreciation
Rock ‘n Roll: A Short History
introduction to Philosophy
ethics
Human nature
3
3
3
3
3
3
mCS 1010
mCS 1071
muSC 1050
muS 1110
SoC 1100
SoC 1400
SoC 2200
introduction to indian Studies
American indian Art
America’s Popular music
Rock ‘n Roll: A Short History
introduction to Sociology
marriage and the Family
Race and ethnicity
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
Area B: Performance and Expression
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
8. GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE
(1 course minimum)
ARt 1050
ARt 1060
ARt 1070
ARt 1120
ARt 1210
ARt 1600
ARt 1800
ARt 2010
ARt 2120
ARt 2600
engl 2100
mACo 1400
mCS 1071
mCS ****
muSC 1150
muSC 1300
Drawing 1
Drawing 2
Principles of Printmaking
2-D Design
Painting
Ceramics 1
the Art of Photography
Sculpture
3-D Design
Ceramics 2
Creative Writing
Digital Photography
American indian Art
Study Abroad
Fundamentals of music
Choir
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
2
3
2
Area C: Literature Courses
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
engl
engl
engl
engl
engl
engl
engl
engl
1150
1170
1180
1190
2110
2120
2210
2220
multicultural literature
Film
environmental literature
lives through literature
english literature 700 - 1700
english literature 1700 - 1920
American literature to 1865
American literature 1865 - 1960
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
7. HUMAN DIVERSITY
(1 course minimum)
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
ARt 1800
engl 1150
HiSt 1150
HiSt 1250
HiSt 1260
HiSt 2100
HiSt 2200
HiSt 2300
Art of Photography
multicultural literature
American indian History
u.S. History to 1877
u.S. History 1877 - Present
Divided America: 1960 - 1980
minnesota History
World War ii
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
AntH 1010
ARt 1010
ARt 1490
ARt 1500
eCon 1010
eCon 1030
engl 1170
engl 1190
geog 1100
HiSt 1055
HiSt 1060
HiSt 1300
HiSt 1400
HiSt 2580
mCS ****
muSC 1100
nSCi 1610
PHil 1350
Cultural Anthropology
introduction to Art
Art History – Prehistory/gothic
Art History - Renaissance to Present
macroeconomics
introduction to economics
Film
lives through literature
Human geography
european History: Ancient to 1789
european History: 1789 - Present
the History of Food and Culture
modern Asia
the Vietnam War
Study Abroad
music Appreciation
galileo and the Revolution in Astronomy
Human nature
9. ETHICS AND CIVIC RESPONSIBILITY
(1 course minimum)
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
PHil 1300
PSCi 1100
PSCi 1300
PSCi 1500
SoC 1200
SoC 1300
SoC 2300
or 25 hours of
ethics
American government
State & local government
Alternative Spring break
Social Problems
Criminology
Sociology of Aging
community service-learning through HCC.
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
10. PEOPLE AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(1 course minimum)
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1050
biol 1520
biol 2201
Human biology
general biology of Animals & Plants
ecology & Field biology
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
50
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
2
3
3
3
3
5
4
biol 2251
engl 1180
enSC 1050
nSCi 1500
limnology
environmental literature
environmental Science
meteorology
4
3
3
3
ARt 1600
ARt 2010
ARt 2090
Ceramics 1
Sculpture
Portfolio Creation
3
3
1
LIBERAL EDUCATION MNTC COURSES
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
29 credits required
two semester credits in physical education activity courses
numbered 1010 - 1999 oR one semester credit in Physical
education activity numbered 1010 - 1999 plus HltH 1150.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
ELECTIVES AND/OR COURSES REQUIRED FOR MAJOR
electives and/or courses required for major field of study
should total a minimum of 18 semester credits. no courses
numbered below 1000 may be included.
goal
goal
goal
goal
goal
goal
Area
Area
Area
Area
Area
Area
1
2 (included)
3
4
5
6C
9
6
3
8
3
ART ELECTIVE COURSES
6 credits required
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR
ASSOCIATE IN FINE ARTS DEGREE
IN ART
An Associate in Fine Arts Degree in Art will be awarded to
students completing the minimum general education
requirements outlined below, and earning at least a 2.00 grade
point average in 60 semester credits in courses numbered
1000 or above. the A.F.A Degree requires completion of the
minnesota transfer Curriculum (mntC).
the culminating research and studio practices in the A.F.A
Degree in Art prepares students for direct transfer to a
bachelors degree in Fine Arts. this program has been designed
to challenge students to explore a personal approach to a
variety of art media. the program requires that students
develop a specific language to articulate their ideas, methods
and intentions of their artwork and the artwork of others.
Students will use their understanding of contemporary and
historical art to better inform their work and their understanding
of the visual systems used in cultures around the world.
Articulation Agreement with minnesota State universitymankato.
ART FOUNDATION COURSES
25 credits required
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
ARt
ARt
ARt
ARt
ARt
ARt
1010
1050
1120
1210
1490
1500
introduction to Art
Drawing i
2-D Design
Painting
Art History – Prehistory/gothic
Art History – Renaissance to Present
3
3
3
3
3
Choose from:
ARt 1060
ARt 1070
ARt 2120
ARt 2600
Drawing 2
Principles of Printmaking
3-D Design
Ceramics 2
3
3
3
3
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE IN
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
An Associate in Science Degree in business Administration will
be awarded to students completing the minimum general
education requirements outlined below, and earning at least a
2.00 grade point average in 64 semester credits in courses
numbered 1000 or above. the A.S. Degree requires
completion of the minnesota transfer Curriculum (mntC).
the business Administration program provides a strong
foundation for the study of business and is intended for
students who wish to transfer to a four-year institution.
I. General Education (Minnesota Transfer Curriculum) - A
minimum of 40 semester credits is required to satisfy general
education requirements. Students must satisfy minimum
requirements in all ten goal areas listed below. Courses which
satisfy more than one goal area may be counted for credit only
once.
3
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
51
1. COMMUNICATIONS
5. HISTORY / SOCIAL / BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE
(9 semester credits minimum)
(8 credits minimum)
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
engl 1060
engl 1090
SPCH 1010
or
SPCH 1050
AntH 1010
eCon 1010
eCon 1030
eCon 1050
geog 1100
HiSt 1055
HiSt 1060
HiSt 1150
HiSt 1250
HiSt 1260
HiSt 1300
HiSt 1400
HiSt 2100
HiSt 2200
HiSt 2300
HiSt 2580
mCS 1010
PSCi 1100
PSCi 1300
PSCi 1500
PSyC 1010
PSyC 1205
PSyC 1350
PSyC 1400
SoC 1100
SoC 1200
SoC 1300
SoC 1400
SoC 2200
SoC 2300
Freshman Composition
Advanced Composition
Fundamentals of Speech
3
3
3
interpersonal Communication
3
2. CRITICAL THINKING:
Requirements are met by completing Communications and Natural
Science requirements.
3. NATURAL SCIENCES
(6 credits minimum. Two courses must include labs.)
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
AStR 1050
biol 1050
biol 1120
biol 1250
biol 1260
biol 1510
biol 1520
biol 2140
biol 2151
biol 2201
biol 2251
CHem 1020
CHem 1300
CHem 1610
CHem 1611
enSC 1050
geol 1010
nSCi 1500
nSCi 1610
PHyS 1005
PHyS 1010
PHyS 1020
PHyS 2010
PHyS 2021
PHyS 2030
introduction to Astronomy
Human biology
microbiology
Human Anatomy & Physiology 1
Human Anatomy & Physiology 2
general biology of Cells
general biology of Animals & Plants
Human Anatomy
Human Physiology
ecology & Field biology
limnology
introduction to Chemistry
investigating Chemistry through Forensic
Science
general Chemistry 1
general Chemistry 2
environmental Science
Physical geology
meteorology
galileo and the Revolution in Astronomy
Physics Concepts
introduction to Physics 1
introduction to Physics 2
general Physics 1
general Physics 2
modern Physics
3
3
3
4
4
5
5
4
4
4
4
4
3
5
5
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
5
5
3
4. MATH/LOGICAL REASONING
(4 credits minimum)
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
mAtH 1040
College Algebra
4
Cultural Anthropology
3
macroeconomics
3 required
introduction to economics
3
microeconomics
3 required
Human geography
3
european History: Ancient to 1789
3
european History: 1789 - Present
3
American indian History
3
u.S. History to 1877
3
u.S. History 1877 - Present
3
the History of Food and Culture
3
modern Asia
3
Divided America: 1960 - 1980
3
minnesota History
3
World War ii
3
the Vietnam War
3
introduction to indian Studies
2
American government
3
State & local government
3
Alternative Spring break
3
Psychology of Adjustment
2
general Psychology
4
lifespan Development
3
Abnormal Psychology
3
introduction to Sociology
3
Social Problems
3
Criminology
3
marriage and the Family
3
Race and ethnicity
3
Sociology of Aging
3
6. HUMANITIES
(9 credits minimum)
Area A: Analysis and Criticism
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
ARt 1010
ARt 1490
ARt 1500
mCS ****
muSC 1050
muSC 1100
muS 1110
PHil 1200
PHil 1300
PHil 1350
introduction to Art
Art History – Prehistory/gothic
Art History – Renaissance to Present
Study Abroad
America’s Popular music
music Appreciation
Rock ‘n Roll: A Short History
introduction to Philosophy
ethics
Human nature
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
52
3
3
3
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
Area B: Performance and Expression
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
ARt 1050
ARt 1060
ARt 1070
ARt 1120
ARt 1210
ARt 1600
ARt 1800
ARt 2010
ARt 2120
ARt 2600
engl 2100
mACo 1400
mCS 1071
mCS ****
muSC 1150
muSC 1300
Drawing 1
Drawing 2
Principles of Printmaking
2-D Design
Painting
Ceramics 1
the Art of Photography
Sculpture
3-D Design
Ceramics 2
Creative Writing
Digital Photography
American indian Art
Study Abroad
Fundamentals of music
Choir
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
2
3
2
Area C: Literature Courses
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
engl
engl
engl
engl
engl
engl
engl
engl
1150
1170
1180
1190
2110
2120
2210
2220
multicultural literature
Film
environmental literature
lives through literature
english literature 700 - 1700
english literature 1700 - 1920
American literature to 1865
American literature 1865 - 1960
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
One course from each of the following areas (7, 8, 9, 10) must
either be included in the preceding 40 general education credits
or taken in addition to those 40 credits.
7. HUMAN DIVERSITY
(1 course minimum)
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
ARt 1800
engl 1150
HiSt 1150
HiSt 1250
HiSt 1260
HiSt 2100
HiSt 2200
HiSt 2300
mCS 1010
mCS 1071
muSC 1050
the Art of Photography
multicultural literature
American indian History
u.S. History to 1877
u.S. History 1877 - Present
Divided America: 1960 - 1980
minnesota History
World War ii
introduction to indian Studies
American indian Art
America’s Popular music
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
muSC 1110
PHil 1350
SoC 1100
SoC 1400
SoC 2200
Rock ‘n Roll: A Short History
Human nature
introduction to Sociology
marriage and the Family
Race and ethnicity
3
3
3
3
3
8. GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE
(1 course minimum)
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
AntH 1010
ARt 1010
ARt 1490
ARt 1500
eCon 1010
eCon 1030
engl 1170
engl 1190
geog 1100
HiSt 1055
HiSt 1060
HiSt 1400
HiSt 2580
mCS ****
muSC 1100
nSCi 1610
Cultural Anthropology
introduction to Art
Art History – Prehistory/gothic
Art History – Renaissance to Present
macroeconomics
introduction to economics
Film
lives through literature
Human geography
european History: Ancient to 1789
european History: 1789 - Present
modern Asia
the Vietnam War
Study Abroad
Rock ‘n Roll: A Short History
galileo and the Revolution in Astronomy
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
9. ETHICS AND CIVIC RESPONSIBILITY
(1 course minimum)
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
PHil 1300
PSCi 1100
PSCi 1300
PSCi 1500
SoC 1200
SoC 1300
SoC 2300
or 25 hours of
ethics
American government
State & local government
Alternative Spring break
Social Problems
Criminology
Sociology of Aging
community service-learning through HCC.
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
10. PEOPLE AND THE ENVIRONMENT
(1 course minimum)
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1050
biol 1520
biol 2201
biol 2251
engl 1180
enSC 1050
nSCi 1500
Human biology
general biology of Animals & Plants
ecology & Field biology
limnology
environmental literature
environmental Science
meteorology
3
5
4
4
3
3
3
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
53
REQUIRED BUSINESS COURSES:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
buS
buS
buS
buS
buS
buS
buS
1010
1230
2230
2240
2500
2104
2510
introduction to business
legal environment of business
Principles of Accounting 1
Principles of Accounting 2
Principles of marketing
business mathematics
Principles of management
3
3
4
4
3
3
3
4. MATH/LOGICAL REASONING
(15 credits minimum)
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CSCi 1081
mAtH 2101
mAtH 2111
mAtH 2121
mAtH 2211
Fundamentals of Computer Science 1
Calculus 1
Calculus 2
Calculus 3
Differential equations with intro. to
linear Algebra
4
5
5
5
5
5. HISTORY / SOCIAL / BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE
(3 credits minimum)
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE IN
ENGINEERING
An Associate in Science Degree in engineering will be awarded
to students completing the minimum general education
requirements outlined below and earning a 2.00 grade point
average (or better) in 60 semester credits in courses numbered
1000 or above.
1. COMMUNICATIONS
(9 semester credits minimum)
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
engl 1060
Freshman Composition
3
2. CRITICAL THINKING
Requirements are met by completing 6 – 9 credits of Communications
and the Natural Science requirements.
3. NATURAL SCIENCES
(15 credits minimum.)
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
AStR 1050
biol 1050
biol 1120
biol 1250
biol 1260
biol 1510
biol 1520
biol 2201
biol 2251
CHem 1020
CHem 1610
enSC 1050
PHyS 2010
PHyS 2021
introduction to Astronomy
Human biology
microbiology
Human Anatomy & Physiology 1
Human Anatomy & Physiology 2
general biology of Cells
general biology of Animals & Plants
ecology & Field biology
limnology
introduction to Chemistry
general Chemistry 1
environmental Science
general Physics 1
general Physics 2
3
3
3
4
4
5
5
4
4
4
5
3
5
5
AntH 1010
eCon 1010
eCon 1030
eCon 1050
geog 1100
HiSt 1055
HiSt 1060
HiSt 1150
HiSt 1250
HiSt 1260
HiSt 1400
HiSt 2100
HiSt 2200
HiSt 2300
HiSt 2310
HiSt 2580
mCS 1010
PSCi 1100
PSCi 1300
PSCi 1500
PSyC 1010
PSyC 1205
PSyC 1350
PSyC 1400
SoC 1100
SoC 1200
SoC 1300
SoC 1400
SoC 2200
SoC 2300
Cultural Anthropology
3
macroeconomics
3 required
introduction to economics
3
microeconomics
3 required
Human geography
3
european History: Ancient to 1789
3
european History: 1789 - Present
3
American indian History
3
u.S. History to 1877
3
u.S. History 1877 - Present
3
modern Asia
3
Divided America: 1960 - 1980
3
minnesota History
3
World War ii
3
the American West
3
the Vietnam War
3
introduction to indian Studies
2
American government
3
State & local government
3
Alternative Spring break
3
Psychology of Adjustment
2
general Psychology
4
lifespan Development
3
Abnormal Psychology
3
introduction to Sociology
3
Social Problems
3
Criminology
3
marriage and the Family
3
Race and ethnicity
3
Sociology of Aging
3
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
54
6. HUMANITIES
7. HUMAN DIVERSITY:
(3 credits minimum)
(1 course minimum)
Area A: Analysis and Criticism
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
ARt 1010
ARt 1490
ARt 1500
mCS ****
muSC 1050
muSC 1100
muS 1110
PHil 1200
PHil 1300
introduction to Art
Art History – Prehistory/gothic
Art History – Renaissance to Present
Study Abroad
America’s Popular music
music Appreciation
Rock ‘n Roll: A Short History
introduction to Philosophy
ethics
3
3
3
2
3
3
3
3
3
Area C: Literature Courses
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
engl
engl
engl
engl
engl
engl
engl
engl
1150
1170
1180
1190
2110
2120
2210
2220
multicultural literature
Film
environmental literature
lives through literature
english literature 700 - 1700
english literature 1700 - 1920
American literature to 1865
American literature 1865 - 1960
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
CHEMISTRY AND ENGINEERING ELECTIVES:
(14 credits minimum)
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CHem 1611
CHem 2710
CHem 2720
CSCi 1021
CSCi 1250
engR 1010
engR 1510
engR 2010
engR 2020
engR 2030
engR 2061
engR 2071
PHyS 2030
general Chemistry 2
organic Chemistry 1
organic Chemistry 2
Visual basic Programming 1
Programming in C++
introduction to engineering
Digital logic
Statics
Dynamics
mechanics of materials
electrical engineering
Fundamentals with lab
linear electric Circuits with lab
modern Physics
5
5
5
3
3
2
3
3
3
3
4
3
3
engl 1150
HiSt 1150
HiSt 1250
HiSt 1260
HiSt 2100
HiSt 2200
HiSt 2300
mCS 1010
mCS 1071
muSC 1050
muSC 1110
PHil 1350
SoC 1100
SoC 1400
SoC 2200
multicultural literature
American indian History
u.S. History to 1877
u.S. History 1877 - Present
Divided America: 1960 - 1980
minnesota History
World War ii
introduction to indian Studies
American indian Art
America’s Popular music
Rock ‘n Roll: A Short History
Human nature
introduction to Sociology
marriage and the Family
Race and ethnicity
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
8. GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE:
(1 course minimum)
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
AntH 1010
ARt 1010
ARt 1490
ARt 1500
eCon 1010
eCon 1030
engl 1170
engl 1190
geog 1100
HiSt 1055
HiSt 1060
HiSt 1400
HiSt 2580
mCS ****
muSC 1100
nSCi 1610
Cultural Anthropology
introduction to Art
Art History – Prehistory/gothic
Art History – Renaissance to Present
macroeconomics
introduction to economics
Film
lives through literature
Human geography
european History Ancient to 1789
european History: 1789 - Present
modern Asia
the Vietnam War
Study Abroad
music Appreciation
galileo and the Revolution in Astronomy
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
2
3
3
9. ETHIC AND CIVIC RESPONSIBILITY:
(1 course minimum)
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
PHil 1300
PSCi 1100
PSCi 1300
PSCi 1500
ethics
American government
State & local government
Alternative Spring break
3
3
3
3
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
55
SoC 1200
SoC 1300
SoC 2300
or 25 hours of
Social Problems
Criminology
Sociology of Aging
community service learning through HCC
3
3
3
10. PEOPLE AND THE ENVIRONMENT:
(1 course minimum)
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1050
biol 1520
biol 2201
biol 2251
engl 1180
enSC 1050
nSCi 1500
Human biology
general biology of Animals & Plants
ecology & Field biology
limnology
environmental literature
environmental Science
meteorology
3
5
4
4
3
3
3
CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING ELECTIVES
(14 credits minimum)
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CHem 1611
CHem 2710
CHem 2720
CSCi 1021
CSCi 1250
engR 1010
engR 1030
engR 1510
engR 2010
engR 2020
engR 2030
engR 2061
engR 2071
PHyS 2030
general Chemistry 2
organic Chemistry 1
organic Chemistry 2
Visual basic Programming 1
C++ Programming
introduction to engineering
introduction to engineering Applications
Digital logic
Statics
Dynamics
mechanics of materials
electrical engineering
Fundamentals with lab
linear electric Circuits with laboratory
modern Physics
5
5
5
3
3
2
2
3
3
3
3
4
4
3
Additional courses to satisfy 60 semester credits requirement
with approval of program advisor.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE IN
NURSING
An Associate in Science Degree in nursing will be awarded to
students completing the minimum general education
requirements outlined below and earning a 2.00 grade point
average (or better) in 64 semester credits in courses numbered
1000 or above.
FIRST YEAR
SUMMER SESSION – Prior to Fall Entry
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
engl 1060
Freshman Composition
3
mAtH 0921
Fundamentals of math
4
(if math placement cut score is not met)
PSyC 1205
general Psychology
4
Completion of certified nursing assistant course is required.
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1250
HltH 2010
nuRS 0950
nuRS 1250
Human Anatomy & Physiology 1
nutrition
essential mathematics for nurses
Foundations of nursing
4
2
1
8
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1260
nuRS 1350
PSyC 1350
Human Anatomy & Physiology 2
Care of the Client Affected by Chronic
Stressors
lifespan Development
4
8
3
SECOND YEAR
SUMMER SESSION
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1120
microbiology
3
(All students entering the second year of nursing)
Students must satisfy six of the ten goal areas of the
minnesota transfer Curriculum.
** All of the above courses must be completed before entering the second year of the program.
nuRS 1750
nursing bridge
5
(Must be taken by LPN students entering the program in the fall)
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
56
SECOND YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 2151
nuRS 2050
nuRS 2150
PHil 1300
Human Physiology 1 (lPns only)
Care of Women & Children
Care of the Client Affected by
Acute Stressors
ethics
Students who have satisfied the entrance requirements and are
carrying 12 or more credits each semester shall be listed as
full-time students.
5
3
Students who have earned less than 28 semester credits are
classified as freshmen. Students who have 28 or more
semester credits are listed as sophomores.
nuRS 2250
6
1
1
3
3
Communication Electives:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
engl 1070
engl 1090
SPCH 1010
SPCH 1050
technical Report Writing
Advanced Composition
Fundamentals of Speech
interpersonal Communication
3
3
3
3
Social Science Elective:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
AntH 1010
PSyC 1400
SoC 1100
SoC 1200
SoC 2200
SoC 2300
Cultural Anthropology
Abnormal Psychology
introduction to Sociology
Social Problems
Race and ethnicity
Sociology of Aging
CLASSIFICATION OF STUDENTS
4
4
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
Care of the Client Affected by
Complex Stressors
nuRS 2350
Foundations of leadership
nuRS 2900
Capstone experience (elective)
Communication Course
Social Science elective
II. GENERAL ACADEMIC INFORMATION
3
3
3
3
3
3
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR
THE ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED
SCIENCE DEGREE
An Associate in Applied Science Degree will be awarded to
students completing the requirements of a two-year
occupational program of study and earning a 2.00 grade point
average (or better). See the specific courses required in the
next section for the Associate in Applied Science Degree.
Students who wish to register for classes without working
toward a degree are classified as special students. Students
carrying less than 12 credits are designated as part-time
students.
Students can register for more than 18 credits only with the
approval of a counselor or advisor.
GRADING SYSTEM
the following policy applies to all students for each course in
which they are registered:
1. there are five permanent passing grades: A (the highest
grade), b, C, D, and P, one of which is assigned to students
who have satisfactorily completed the course requirements.
the grade of "P" indicates at least "C" quality work and shall
be assigned only for courses in which the credits are earned
by special examination.
2. A temporary grade of "i" may be assigned by the instructor
when the course requirements are not completed. Students
receiving an "i" must satisfactorily complete the course
requirements the following semester in order to receive a
permanent grade. unsatisfactory completion will result in the
automatic replacement of the temporary symbol "i" by the
permanent symbol "F".
3. A permanent grade of "W" is assigned when a withdrawal
statement, signed by the student, is submitted to the
Records office. the drop period for full-term courses shall be
five (5) days from the start of fall, spring and summer terms.
A class day shall be defined as any weekday in which the
college is in full-operation and classes are in session (thus
excluding holidays, breaks, Saturdays, Sundays, and inservice days) and is limited to the normal hours of operation
as determined by the college. Students may withdraw (W)
from a class until 75% of the semester is completed. the
drop period for partial-term courses of more than three
weeks in length shall be three (3) class days, including the
first meeting date of the course. Partial-term courses are
those that last longer than three weeks but do not last the
entire length of the term. Students may withdraw (W) from a
class until 75% of the class is completed. the drop period for
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short courses (less than three weeks in length) is prior to the
second scheduled meeting time of the course. if the course
lasts only one weekend, students must drop prior to the start
of the course. Withdraws (W) are not permitted for courses
less than three (3) weeks in length.
4. A permanent grade of "Au" is assigned when students audit
a course. Students registered for an audit have all the rights
and privileges of students registering for credit in a course.
the auditing students have the additional right to choose the
class activities in which they will participate.
5. if you register for a class and stop attending without officially
dropping or withdrawing in writing, email, or phone, you will be
held responsible for payment and receive your earned grade
for the classes. A grade of Fn will be recorded for courses
you stop attending without officially withdrawing.
6. A grade point average (gPA) will be computed for students.
the values are 4 points for A, 3 points for b, 2 points for C, 1
point for D, or 0 points for F are used as the basis for the
gPA.
SPECIAL CREDIT EXAMINATIONS
CREDITS BY TEST-OUT EXAMINATION
Students who are able to demonstrate achievement in the
content of a college course may receive credit through HCC’s
test-out Policy. Courses must be numbered 1000 or above and
the test-out attempt must be completed within the Drop/Add
period of the semester if the student is registered in the
course.
test-out credits do not count toward residency at Hibbing
Community College, nor are these credits financial aid eligible,
and the credits do not count as “term” credits. Please be
aware that test-out credits may not transfer to other colleges.
A student failing an exam will not be allowed to retake the exam
for the same course. A maximum of 12 semester credits may
apply toward graduation at Hibbing Community College through
test-out examination.
Students must register for the exam and pay in advance for the
examination. the current fee for the exam is $50 per credit.
7. if a course is repeated, only the highest grade is used in the
computation of the gPA.
GRADE SYMBOLS
A
b
C
D
F
i
W
Au
P
Fn
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
4.00 grade points per credit
3.00 grade points per credit
2.00 grade points per credit
1.00 grade points per credit
0.00 grade points per credit
0 (non-punitive) except gPA
Withdraw
Audit
Pass
Failure for non-Attendance
HONORS LIST
Students maintaining a 3.25 grade point average while carrying
a minimum of 12 credits will be recognized for the Honors list.
Courses taken Pass/no Pass/Audit are not included in the 12
credits.
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TRANSFER PROGRAMS
transfer programs are designed for students who wish to earn their Associate in Arts Degree at
Hibbing Community College and then transfer to four-year colleges or professional schools. the
programs consist of typical lower division requirements for a variety of major fields. Since lower
division course requirements vary from one college to another, students must consult their
counselors or advisors and the catalogs of the colleges or universities to which they plan to
transfer.
most four-year public colleges in minnesota accept the Associate in Arts Degree as complete
fulfillment of their liberal education distribution requirements. each baccalaureate program has
its own requirements. the classes listed below are a general guide to help you start planning.
transfer programs included here are the most popular. HCC counselors have transfer
information on other programs not listed here.
Programs listed in the career programs section of the catalog are primarily for students who plan
to prepare themselves for employment in a specialized occupation. Although the courses are
designed as career programs, some of the courses will transfer to four-year colleges and
universities should the students later decide to continue their education. Students should check
with the college counselors on the transferability of specific courses in this section of the
catalog.
Students majoring in career programs should follow the courses outlined in the specific
programs in order to qualify for the positions for which the programs are preparing them.
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TRANSFER PROGRAMS
ARCHITECTURE
transfer programs are designed for students who wish to earn
their Associate in Arts Degree at Hibbing Community College
and then transfer to four-year colleges or professional schools.
the programs consist of typical lower division requirements for
a variety of major fields. Since lower division course
requirements vary from one college to another, students must
consult their counselors or advisors and the catalogs of the
colleges or universities to which they plan to transfer.
Architecture schools have a variety of undergraduate and
graduate programs available. Students interested in pursuing a
degree in architecture should consult with their counselors or
advisors and the catalogs of the college to which they plan to
transfer. Students who complete the mntC may meet the
college liberal education requirements for a degree program.
most four-year public colleges in minnesota accept the
Associate in Arts Degree as complete fulfillment of their liberal
education distribution requirements. each baccalaureate
program has its own requirements. the classes listed below
are a general guide to help you start planning. transfer
programs included here are the most popular. HCC counselors
have transfer information on other programs not listed here.
Programs listed in the career programs section of the catalog
are primarily for students who plan to prepare themselves for
employment in a specialized occupation. Although the courses
are designed as career programs, some of the courses will
transfer to four-year colleges and universities should the
students later decide to continue their education. Students
should check with the college counselors on the transferability
of specific courses in this section of the catalog.
Students majoring in career programs should follow the courses
outlined in the specific programs in order to qualify for the
positions for which the programs are preparing them.
ACCOUNTING/BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
buS 1230
buS 2230
buS 2240
eCon 1010
eCon 1050
mAtH 1040
or
mAtH 2010
legal environment of business
Principles of Accounting 1
Principles of Accounting 2
macroeconomics
microeconomics
College Algebra
3
4
4
3
3
4
Statistics
4
In addition, some colleges/universities require:
buS 1010
introduction to business
3
buS 1300
business Communications
3
PSyC 1205
general Psychology
4
SPCH 1010
Fundamentals of Speech
3
SoC 1100
introduction to Sociology
3
CSCi ****
Varies by college.
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
An education in architecture requires a broad understanding of
the arts, humanities, and sciences, along with the architectural
principles of design theory, history, technology and profession
practice. Highly recommended courses for pre-architecture
students would include art, drafting, english, literature, biology,
math, physics, and speech.
ART
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
ARt
ARt
ARt
ARt
ARt
ARt
ARt
ARt
ARt
ARt
ARt
ARt
1010
1050
1070
1120
1210
1500
1600
1800
2010
2120
2600
2900
introduction to Art
Drawing 1
Principles of Printmaking
2-D Design
Painting
Art History - Renaissance to Present
Ceramics 1
the Art of Photography
Sculpture
3-D Design
Ceramics 2
Portfolio Creation
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
1
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1510
biol 1520
CHem 1610
CHem 1611
mAtH 2101
general biology of Cells
general biology of Animals & Plants
general Chemistry 1
general Chemistry 2
Calculus 1
In addition, some colleges require:
Course #
Course title
CHem 2710
organic Chemistry 1
CHem 2720
organic Chemistry 2
mAtH 2111
Calculus 2
5
5
5
5
5
Credits
5
5
5
TRANSFER PROGRAMS
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PHyS
PHyS
or
PHyS
PHyS
1010
1020
introduction to Physics 1
introduction to Physics 2
4
4
2010
2021
general Physics 1
general Physics 2
5
5
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Complete the A.S. degree including MnTC.
Business Core:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
buS 1230
legal environment of business
buS 1300
business Communications
buS 2104
business mathematics
buS 2230
Principles of Accounting 1
buS 2240
Principles of Accounting 2
buS 2500
Principles of marketing
CSCi 1010
Computer literacy
mAtH 1020
Advanced Algebra
or
mAtH 1040
College Algebra
Advisor Approved business elective
3
3
3
4
4
3
3
3
4
4–5
General Education:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
• Communication:
engl 1060
Freshman Composition
engl 1090
Advanced Composition
SPCH 1010
Fundamentals of Speech
3
3
3
• Science/Math:
lab Science
mAtH 2010
Statistics
3
4
• Social/Behavior Science:
eCon 1010
macroeconomics
eCon 1050
microeconomics
AntH 1010
Cultural Anthropology
or
PSyC 1205
general Psychology
or
SoC 1100
introduction to Sociology
• Humanities:
Fine Arts/Humanities
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CHem 1610
CHem 1611
CHem 2710
CHem 2720
CSCi 1250
engl 1060
engR 2010
engR 2030
mAtH 2101
mAtH 2111
mAtH 2121
mAtH 2211
PHyS 2010
PHyS 2021
general Chemistry 1
general Chemistry 2
organic Chemistry 1
organic Chemistry 2
Programming in C++
Freshman Composition
Statics
mechanics of materials
Calculus 1
Calculus 2
Calculus 3
Differential equations with intro. to
linear Algebra
general Physics 1
general Physics 2
5
5
5
5
3
3
3
3
5
5
5
5
5
5
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
eCon 1050
engR 1010
engR 2061
microeconomics
3
introduction to engineering
2
electrical engineering Fundamentals with lab4
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
CHEMISTRY
3
3
3
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CHem 1610
CHem 1611
CHem 2710
CHem 2720
CSCi 1250
engl 1060
mAtH 2101
mAtH 2111
mAtH 2121
mAtH 2211
4
general Chemistry 1
general Chemistry 2
organic Chemistry 1
organic Chemistry 2
Programming in C++
Freshman Composition
Calculus 1
Calculus 2
Calculus 3
Differential equations with intro. to
linear Algebra
general Physics 1
general Physics 2
5
5
5
5
3
3
5
5
5
5
5
5
3
PHyS 2010
PHyS 2021
3
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
Additional general education credits to total 30 with a program
total of 64 credits.
biol 1510
general biology of Cells
5
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
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CHIROPRACTIC
geol 1010
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1510
general biology of Cells
biol 1520
general biology of Animals & Plants
CHem 1610
general Chemistry 1
CHem 1611
general Chemistry 2
CHem 2710
organic Chemistry 1
CHem 2720
organic Chemistry 2
engl 1060
Freshman Composition
PHyS 1010
introduction to Physics 1
PHyS 1020
introduction to Physics 2
PSyC 1205
general Psychology
one additional communication course
Social Science and Humanities courses
In addition, some colleges require:
Course #
Course title
biol 1120
microbiology
biol 1250
Human Anatomy & Physiology 1
biol 1260
Human Anatomy & Physiology 2
buS 1010
introduction to business
5
5
5
5
5
5
3
4
4
4
3
16
Credits
3
4
4
3
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
introduction to Physical geology
3
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
COMPUTER SCIENCE
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CSCi 1081
CSCi 2080
engl 1060
mAtH 2101
mAtH 2111
Fundamentals of Computer Science 1
Fundamentals of Computer Science 2
Freshman Composition
Calculus 1
Calculus 2
4
4
3
5
5
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CSCi 1250
mAtH 2010
mAtH 2121
mAtH 2211
Algebra
PHyS 2010
PHyS 2021
Programming in C++
Statistics
Calculus 3
Differential equations with intro. to linear
5
general Physics 1
general Physics 2
3
4
5
5
5
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
CIVIL ENGINEERING
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CHem 1610
CSCi 1250
engl 1060
engR 2010
engR 2020
engR 2030
mAtH 2101
mAtH 2111
mAtH 2121
mAtH 2211
PHyS 2010
PHyS 2021
general Chemistry 1
Programming in C++
Freshman Composition
Statics
Dynamics
mechanics of materials
Calculus 1
Calculus 2
Calculus 3
Differential equations with intro. to
linear Algebra
general Physics 1
general Physics 2
In addition, some colleges require:
Course #
Course title
eCon 1010
macroeconomics
or
eCon 1050
microeconomics
engl 1090
Advanced Composition
engR 2061
electrical engineering
Fundamentals with lab
5
3
3
3
3
3
5
5
5
5
5
5
Credits
3
3
3
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
SoC 1100
SoC 1300
introduction to Sociology
Criminology
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CSCi 1010
HltH 1050
mAtH 2010
PHil 1300
PSCi 1300
PSyC 1205
PSyC 1400
SoC 1200
Computer literacy
Chemical Awareness
Statistics
ethics
State & local government
general Psychology
Abnormal Psychology
Social Problems
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
4
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3
3
3
3
4
3
3
4
3
3
DENTAL HYGIENE
DIETETICS/NUTRITION
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1250
biol 1260
CHem 1020
engl 1060
PSyC 1205
SoC 1100
SPCH 1010
Human Anatomy & Physiology 1
Human Anatomy & Physiology 2
introduction to Chemistry
Freshman Composition
general Psychology
introduction to Sociology
Fundamentals of Speech
4
4
4
3
4
3
3
In addition, some colleges require:
Course #
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1510
HltH 1010
HltH 2010
mAtH 2010
PHil 1300
general biology of Cells
Personal & Community Health
nutrition
Statistics
ethics
5
3
2
4
3
general biology of Cells
general biology of Animals & Plants
microbiology
Human Anatomy & Physiology 1
Human Anatomy & Physiology 2
general Chemistry 1
general Chemistry 2
organic Chemistry 1
organic Chemistry 2
Freshman Composition
Advanced Composition
nutrition
College Algebra
Statistics
Fundamentals of Speech
interpersonal Communication
5
5
3
4
4
5
5
5
5
3
3
2
4
4
3
3
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
DENTISTRY
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1510
biol 1520
CHem 1610
CHem 1611
CHem 2710
CHem 2720
mAtH 1040
or
mAtH 1501
mAtH 2101
PHyS 1010
PHyS 1020
PSyC 1205
SPCH 1010
SPCH 1050
biol 1510
biol 1520
biol 1120
biol 1250
biol 1260
CHem 1610
CHem 1611
CHem 2710
CHem 2720
engl 1060
engl 1090
HltH 2010
mAtH 1040
mAtH 2010
SPCH 1010
SPCH 1050
general biology of Cells
general biology of Animals & Plants
general Chemistry 1
general Chemistry 2
organic Chemistry 1
organic Chemistry 2
College Algebra
5
5
5
5
5
5
4
Pre-Calculus
Calculus 1
introduction to Physics 1
introduction to Physics 2
general Psychology
Fundamentals of Speech
interpersonal Communication
5
5
4
4
4
3
3
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1120
microbiology
biol 1250
Human Anatomy & Physiology 1
biol 1260
Human Anatomy & Physiology 2
Courses in Art.
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
3
4
4
CSCi 1010
Computer literacy
HltH 1150
Wellness
Courses in Art, music, Social Science and literature.
3
2
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
ECONOMICS
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
buS 1230
buS 2230
buS 2240
eCon 1010
eCon 1050
mAtH 2010
legal environment of business
Principles of Accounting 1
Principles of Accounting 2
macroeconomics
microeconomics
Statistics
3
4
4
3
3
4
In addition, some colleges require:
Course #
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
PSyC 1205
general Psychology
SoC 1100
introduction to Sociology
SPCH 1010
Fundamentals of Speech
Courses in Computer Science
4
3
3
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
TRANSFER PROGRAMS
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ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
_________________________________________________
CHem 1610
CSCi 1250
engl 1060
engR 2010
engR 2020
engR 2061
engR 2071
mAtH 2101
mAtH 2111
mAtH 2121
mAtH 2211
PHyS 2010
PHyS 2021
general Chemistry 1
Programming in C++
Freshman Composition
Statics
Dynamics
electrical engineering
Fundamentals with lab
linear electric Circuits with lab
Calculus 1
Calculus 2
Calculus 3
Differential equations with intro. to
linear Algebra
general Physics 1
general Physics 2
5
3
3
3
3
4
3
5
5
5
5
5
5
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
eCon 1010
or
eCon 1050
engl 1070
or
engl 1090
engR 1510
SPCH 1010
macroeconomics
3
microeconomics
technical Report Writing
3
3
Advanced Composition
Digital logic
Fundamentals of Speech
3
3
3
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
ENGINEERING - GENERAL
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CHem 1610
CHem 1611
CSCi 1250
eCon 1010
or
eCon 1050
engl 1060
engl 1070
or
engl 1090
engR 1010
engR 2010
engR 2020
engR 2030
engR 2061
general Chemistry 1
general Chemistry 2
Programming in C++
macroeconomics
5
5
3
3
microeconomics
Freshman Composition
technical Report Writing
3
3
3
Advanced Composition
introduction to engineering
Statics
Dynamics
mechanics of materials
electrical engineering
Fundamentals with lab
3
2
3
3
3
4
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
ENGLISH
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
engl
engl
engl
engl
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
1060
1090
2210
2220
Freshman Composition
Advanced Composition
American literature to 1865
American literature 1865 - 1960
3
3
3
3
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
HltH 1010
HltH 1050
muSC 1150
PSyC 1205
Personal & Community Health
Chemical Awareness
Fundamentals of music
general Psychology
3
3
3
4
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
ARt 1010
introduction to Art
mAtH 1020
Advanced Algebra
muSC 1100
music Appreciation
PSyC 1350
lifespan Development
SPCH 1010
Fundamentals of Speech
one course each in History, geography, geology, Political
Science, biology, Chemistry, Physics.
3
3
3
3
3
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
engl 1150
engl 1170
engl 1180
engl 2110
engl 2120
PSyC 1205
SPCH 1010
multicultural literature
Film
environmental literature
english literature 700 - 1700
english literature 1700 - 1920
general Psychology
Fundamentals of Speech
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
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3
3
3
3
3
4
3
FOREST RESOURCES
HISTORY
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1510
biol 1520
CHem 1020
CSCi 1010
eCon 1010
eCon 1050
engl 1060
engl 1090
geol 1010
mAtH 2010
mAtH 2101
mAtH 2111
PHyS 1010
PHyS 1020
SPCH 1010
HiSt 1060
HiSt 1250
HiSt 1260
general biology of Cells
general biology of Animals & Plants
introduction to Chemistry
Computer literacy
macroeconomics
microeconomics
Freshman Composition
Advanced Composition
introduction to geology
Statistics
Calculus 1
Calculus 2
introduction to Physics 1
introduction to Physics 2
Fundamentals of Speech
5
5
4
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
5
5
4
4
3
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
european History: 1789 - Present
u.S. History to 1877
u.S. History 1877 - Present
3
3
3
For social studies teaching, history emphasis:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
_________________________________________________
AntH 1010
eCon 1010
eCon 1030
eCon 1050
geog 1100
HltH 1050
mAtH 2010
PSCi 1100
PSyC 1205
SoC 1100
Cultural Anthropology
macroeconomics
introduction to economics
microeconomics
Human geography
Chemical Awareness
Statistics
American government
general Psychology
introduction to Sociology
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
3
4
3
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
GEOLOGY AND GEOLOGICAL ENGINEERING
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CHem 1610
CHem 1611
CSCi 1250
engl 1060
engl 1090
engR 1010
engR 2010
engR 2020
engR 2030
geol 1010
mAtH 2101
mAtH 2111
mAtH 2121
mAtH 2211
PHyS 2010
PHyS 2021
general Chemistry 1
general Chemistry 2
Programming in C++
Freshman Composition
Advanced Composition
introduction to engineering
Statics
Dynamics
mechanics of materials
introduction to geology
Calculus 1
Calculus 2
Calculus 3
Differential equations with intro. to
linear Algebra
general Physics 1
general Physics 2
5
5
3
3
3
2
3
3
3
3
5
5
5
5
5
5
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
engR 2040
engR 2050
engR 2061
Fluid mechanics
thermodynamics
electrical engineering
Fundamentals with lab
3
3
4
HiSt 1400
HiSt 2300
HiSt 2580
modern Asia
World War ii
the Vietnam War
3
3
3
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
INDUSTRIAL EDUCATION/INDUSTRIAL
TECHNOLOGY
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
PHyS 1010
PHyS 1020
SPCH 1010
introduction to Physics 1
introduction to Physics 2
Fundamentals of Speech
4
4
3
For Industrial Education, Grades 7-12 licensure, include:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
HltH 1010
HltH 1050
PSyC 1205
PSyC 1350
Personal & Community Health
Chemical Awareness
general Psychology
lifespan Development
3
3
4
3
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CSCi 1021
CSCi ****
Visual basic Programming 1
Programming elective
3
3
TRANSFER PROGRAMS
65
mAtH 1020
Advanced Algebra
3
MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
Complete the A.A. degree including mntC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
INTERIOR DESIGN / DECORATING
mAtH
mAtH
mAtH
mAtH
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
2101
2111
2121
2211
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
buS 2230
HiSt 1250
PSyC 1205
SPCH 1010
Principles of Accounting 1
u.S. History to 1877
general Psychology
Fundamentals of Speech
4
3
4
3
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
ARt 1010
ARt electives
buS 2104
CSCi 1021
eCon 1010
eCon 1050
HltH 1150
PHyS 1010
introduction to Art
up to 15 cr.
business math
Visual basic Programming 1
macroeconomics
microeconomics
Wellness
introduction to Physics 1
3
3
3
3
3
2
4
Calculus 1
Calculus 2
Calculus 3
Differential equations with intro. to
linear Algebra
5
5
5
5
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CSCi 1250
CSCi 1081
CSCi 1081
mAtH 2010
PHyS 2010
PHyS 2021
Programming in C++
Fundamentals of Computer Science 1
Fundamentals of Computer Science 1
Statistics
general Physics 1
general Physics 2
Actuarial Science students add:
buS 2230
Principles of Accounting 1
buS 2240
Principles of Accounting 2
eCon 1010
macroeconomics
eCon 1050
microeconomics
3
4
4
4
5
5
4
4
3
3
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
LAW
law schools generally require the completion of bachelor's
degree for admission. majors in business administration,
political science, history or sociology are common; however,
other majors, such as engineering and biological sciences, are
desirable.
Highly recommended courses for all pre-law students are buS
2230 Principles of Accounting 1 and buS 2240 Principles of
Accounting 2.
MASS COMMUNICATION
Students interested in pursuing a degree in mass
Communication should consult with their counselors, advisors
and the catalogs of the college to which they plan to transfer.
Students who complete the mntC may meet the college liberal
education requirements for a degree program.
An education in mass Communication requires a broad
understanding of arts, humanities and science. Highly
recommended courses for mass Communication students
would include english, economics, History, Political Science,
and Fundamentals of Speech.
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CHem 1610
CHem 1611
CSCi 1250
eCon 1050
engl 1060
engR 1010
engR 2010
engR 2020
engR 2030
engR 2061
mAtH
mAtH
mAtH
mAtH
2101
2111
2121
2211
PHyS 2010
PHyS 2021
general Chemistry 1
general Chemistry 2
Programming in C++
microeconomics
Freshman Composition
introduction to engineering
Statics
Dynamics
mechanics of materials
electrical engineering
Fundamentals with lab
Calculus 1
Calculus 2
Calculus 3
Differential equations with intro. to
linear Algebra
general Physics 1
general Physics 2
TRANSFER PROGRAMS
66
5
5
3
3
3
2
3
3
3
4
5
5
5
5
5
5
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
engl 1070
technical Report Writing
or
engl 1090
Advanced Composition
HltH 1010
Personal & Community Health
or
HltH 2010
nutrition
SPCH 1010
Fundamentals of Speech
Social Science electives
Fine Arts and Humanities electives from Area A or C only.
3
3
3
2
3
MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY (CLINICAL LAB SCIENCE)
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1510
general biology of Cells
CHem 1610
general Chemistry 1
CHem 1611
general Chemistry 2
CHem 2710
organic Chemistry 1
CHem 2720
organic Chemistry 2
engl 1060
Freshman Composition
PHyS 1010
introduction to Physics 1
one math Course:
Statistics, College Algebra, Finite math or Calculus 1
5
5
5
5
5
3
4
4
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1120
biol 1250
biol 1260
biol 1520
eCon 1050
mAtH 2010
PSyC 1205
SoC 1100
SPCH 1010
SPCH 1050
microbiology
Human Anatomy & Physiology 1
Human Anatomy & Physiology 2
general biology of Animals & Plants
microeconomics
Statistics
general Psychology
introduction to Sociology
Fundamentals of Speech
interpersonal Communication
3
4
4
5
3
4
4
3
3
3
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
biol 1520
CHem 1610
CHem 1611
CHem 2710
CHem 2720
engl 1060
engl 1090
engl ****
mAtH 2101
or
PHyS 1010
PHyS 1020
or
PHyS 2010
PHyS 2021
Social sciences
general biology of Animals & Plants
general Chemistry 1
general Chemistry 2
organic Chemistry 1
organic Chemistry 2
Freshman Composition
Advanced Composition
one literature Course
Calculus 1
5
5
5
5
5
3
3
3
5
introduction to Physics 1
introduction to Physics 2
4
4
general Physics 1
general Physics 2
and humanities courses
5
5
18
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
MORTUARY SCIENCE
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1120
biol 1250
biol 1510
buS 2230
CHem 1020
or
CHem 1610
CSCi 1010
HiSt ****
mAtH 1040
PSyC 1205
SoC 1100
SPCH 1010
or
SPCH 1050
microbiology
Human Anatomy & Physiology 1
general biology of Cells
Principles of Accounting 1
introduction to Chemistry
3
4
5
4
4
general Chemistry 1
Computer literacy
one course
College Algebra
general Psychology
introduction to Sociology
Fundamentals of Speech
5
3
3
4
4
3
3
interpersonal Communication
3
The following required courses may be completed before or
after transfer:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
MEDICINE
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Select a major for your bachelors’ degree. Include these courses by the
time you finish your four-year degree.
biol 1260
buS 1010
buS 1600
HltH 1010
Human Anatomy & Physiology 2
introduction to business
medical/legal terminology
Personal & Community Health
4
3
2
3
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1510
general biology of Cells
5
TRANSFER PROGRAMS
67
MUSIC/MUSIC EDUCATION
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
HltH 1010
HltH 1050
PSyC 1205
Personal & Community Health
Chemical Awareness
general Psychology
3
3
4
Participation in one or more of the performance organizations
each quarter together with applied study on a major
instrument, piano and/or voice are required.
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
Human Anatomy & Physiology 1
Human Anatomy & Physiology 2
general biology of Cells
medical/legal terminology
Statistics
general Psychology
lifespan Development
Abnormal Psychology
Fundamentals of Speech
4
4
5
2
4
4
3
3
3
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CHem 1020
introduction to Chemistry
or
CHem 1610
general Chemistry 1
CHem 1611
general Chemistry 2
HltH 1010
Personal & Community Health
PHil 1250
logic
PHyS 1010
introduction to Physics 1
PHyS 1020
introduction to Physics 2
Courses in studio arts.
general Chemistry 2
organic Chemistry 1
organic Chemistry 2
Calculus 1
Calculus 2
introduction to Physics 1
introduction to Physics 2
5
5
5
5
5
4
4
general Physics 1
general Physics 2
5
5
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
biol 1250
biol 1260
biol 1510
buS 1600
mAtH 2010
PSyC 1205
PSyC 1350
PSyC 1400
SPCH 1010
CHem 1611
CHem 2710
CHem 2720
mAtH 2101
mAtH 2121
PHyS 1010
PHyS 1020
or
PHyS 2010
PHyS 2021
4
5
5
3
3
4
4
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
OPTOMETRY
biol 1250
biol 1260
mAtH 2010
PSyC 1205
SPCH 1010
Human Anatomy & Physiology 1
Human Anatomy & Physiology 2
Statistics
general Psychology
Fundamentals of Speech
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
PARALEGAL / LEGAL ASSISTANT
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
buS 1230
buS 2230
legal environment of business
Principles of Accounting 1
biol 1510
biol 1520
buS 2240
engl 1070
engl 1090
enSCi 1050
HiSt 1250
HiSt 1260
PSCi 1100
PSyC 1205
SoC 1100
SPCH 1010
SPCH 1050
general biology of Cells
general biology of Animals & Plants
Principles of Accounting 2
technical Report Writing
Advanced Composition
environmental Science
u.S. History to 1877
u.S. History 1877 - Present
American government
general Psychology
introduction to Sociology
Fundamentals of Speech
interpersonal Communication
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
general biology of Cells
general biology of Animals & Plants
general Chemistry 1
5
5
5
TRANSFER PROGRAMS
68
3
4
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
_________________________________________________
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
biol 1510
biol 1520
CHem 1610
4
4
4
4
3
5
5
4
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
3
3
3
PHARMACY
SPCH 1010
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1510
biol 1520
CHem 1610
CHem 1611
CHem 2710
CHem 2720
mAtH 2101
mAtH 2111
PHyS 1010
PHyS 1020
or
PHyS 2010
PHyS 2021
SPCH 1010
engl 1060
engl 1090
or
engl 1070
biol 1250
biol 1260
biol 1120
general biology of Cells
general biology of Animals & Plants
general Chemistry 1
general Chemistry 2
organic Chemistry 1
organic Chemistry 2
Calculus 1
Calculus 2
introduction to Physics 1
introduction to Physics 2
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
4
4
general Physics 1
general Physics 2
Fundamentals of Speech
Freshman Composition
Advanced Composition
5
5
3
3
3
technical Report Writing
Human Anatomy & Physiology 1
Human Anatomy & Physiology 2
microbiology
3
4
4
3
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
eCon 1050
microeconomics
3
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1250
biol 1260
biol 1510
HltH 1010
HltH 1050
PSyC 1205
Human Anatomy & Physiology 1
Human Anatomy & Physiology 2
general biology of Cells
Personal & Community Health
Chemical Awareness
general Psychology
4
4
5
3
3
4
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
general biology of Animals & Plants
introduction to Sociology
3
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
PHYSICAL THERAPY
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1250
biol 1260
biol 1510
CHem 1610
CHem 1611
engl 1060
engl 1090
mAtH 2010
PHyS 1010
PHyS 1020
or
PHyS 2010
PHyS 2021
PSyC 1205
PSyC 1350
PSyC 1400
Human Anatomy & Physiology 1
Human Anatomy & Physiology 2
general biology of Cells
general Chemistry 1
general Chemistry 2
Freshman Composition
Advanced Composition
Statistics
introduction to Physics
introduction to Physics
4
4
5
5
5
3
3
4
4
4
general Physics 1
general Physics 2
general Psychology
lifespan Development
Abnormal Psychology
5
5
4
3
3
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
buS 1600
medical/legal terminology
HltH 1010
Personal & Community Health
mAtH 1040
College Algebra
PHil 1300
ethics
SPCH 1010
Fundamentals of Speech
or
SPCH 1050
interpersonal Communication
Courses in humanities.
2
3
4
3
3
3
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
PHYSICIANS’ ASSISTANT
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
See individual university catalog for current list of required
physical education activity courses.
biol 1520
SoC 1100
Fundamentals of Speech
5
3
biol 1120
biol 1510
biol 1520
CHem 1610
CHem 1611
CHem 2710
microbiology
general biology of Cells
general biology of Animals & Plants
general Chemistry 1
general Chemistry 2
organic Chemistry 1
3
5
5
5
5
5
TRANSFER PROGRAMS
69
CHem 2720
organic Chemistry 2
engl 1060
Freshman Composition
mAtH 1040
College Algebra
PSyC 1205
general Psychology
one Fine Arts Course
Four Social Science Courses
5
3
4
4
POLITICAL SCIENCE
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
PSCi 1100
American government
3
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
eCon 1010
eCon 1050
mAtH 2010
PSCi 1300
SoC 1100
macroeconomics
microeconomics
Statistics
State & local government
introduction to Sociology
3
3
4
3
3
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
4
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
general biology of Cells
nutrition
Statistics
lifespan Development
Abnormal Psychology
introduction to Sociology
Sociology of Aging
Fundamentals of Speech
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
ARt 1010
buS 2230
eCon 1010
eCon 1050
engl 1060
engl 1090
SPCH 1010
introduction to Art
Principles of Accounting 1
macroeconomics
microeconomics
Freshman Composition
Advanced Composition
Fundamentals of Speech
3
4
3
3
3
3
3
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
mAtH 1040
College Algebra
two Science electives
one or two Social Science electives
two Humanities electives
4
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
biol 1510
HltH 2010
mAtH 2010
PSyC 1350
PSyC 1400
SoC 1100
SoC 2300
SPCH 1010
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
PSYCHOLOGY
general Psychology
It is often to the students’ advantage to transfer after one year, if the
following courses are complete:
SPECIAL EDUCATION
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
PSyC 1205
RETAIL FASHION MERCHANDISING
5
2
4
3
3
3
3
3
HltH 1010
HltH 1050
Personal & Community Health
Chemical Awareness
3
3
muSC 1150
PSyC 1205
PSyC 1350
SPCH 1010
Fundamentals of music
general Psychology
lifespan Development
Fundamentals of Speech
3
4
3
3
In addition, some colleges require:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
mAtH 1020
Advanced Algebra
Courses required for elementary education.
3
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
SOCIAL WORK/SOCIOLOGY
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
SoC 1200
Social Problems
3
In addition, some colleges require:
Course #
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
AntH 1010
biol 1250
biol 1260
Cultural Anthropology
Human Anatomy & Physiology 1
Human Anatomy & Physiology 2
TRANSFER PROGRAMS
70
3
4
4
or
biol 1510
biol 1520
eCon 1010
eCon 1030
eCon 1050
HltH 1010
or
HltH 2010
mAtH 2010
PSCi 1100
PSCi 1300
PSyC 1205
PSyC 1350
PSyC 1400
SPCH 1050
SoC 1100
SoC 1400
SoC 2200
general biology of Cells
general biology of Animals & Plants
macroeconomics
introduction to economics
microeconomics
Personal & Community Health
5
5
3
3
3
3
nutrition
Statistics
American government
State & local government
general Psychology
lifespan Development
Abnormal Psychology
interpersonal Communication
introduction to Sociology
marriage and the Family
Race and ethnicity
2
4
3
3
4
3
3
3
3
3
3
Note: Specific colleges may have other requirements. See a
counselor for details.
VETERINARY MEDICINE
Complete the A.A. degree including MnTC.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1510
biol 1520
biol 1120
CHem 1610
CHem 1611
CHem 2710
CHem 2720
engl 1060
engl 1090
PHyS 1010
PHyS 1020
general biology of Cells
general biology of Animals & Plants
microbiology
general Chemistry 1
general Chemistry 2
organic Chemistry 1
organic Chemistry 2
Freshman Composition
Advanced Composition
introduction to Physics 1
introduction to Physics 2
5
5
3
5
5
5
5
3
3
4
4
TRANSFER PROGRAMS
71
EXPLORE
A neW CAReeR PAtH
CAREER PROGRAMS
Programs listed in the career programs section of the catalog are primarily for students who plan
to prepare themselves for employment in a specialized occupation. Although the courses are
designed as career programs, some of the courses will transfer to four-year colleges and
universities should the students later decide to continue their education. Students should check
with the transfer specialist on the transferability of specific courses in this section of the
catalog.
Students majoring in career programs should follow the courses outlined in the specific
programs in order to qualify for the positions for which the programs are preparing them.
the following career programs' course listings, credits, and locations are subject to change.
CAREER PROGRAMS
73
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN
Diploma
Credits Required for Graduation:
64 Credits
ASeS 2026
ASeS 2027
PSyC 1010
Advanced engine Performance
Auto Computers
Psychology of Adjustment
4
4
2
Program Description:
the Automotive technician program combines classroom study
and practical hands-on application to provide students with the
essential training to determine the amount of service or repair
needed on all types of automobiles and to understand and use
state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment. the first nine months
have been laid out to provide basic mechanical theory and
hands-on skills used to keep them operating properly. the
second nine months will provide the electrical and electronic
knowledge and skills needed to understand, diagnose and
repair all systems that use electricity for operation. this
program has been accredited and certified by nAteF/ASe, a
national automotive accrediting body.
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
Employment Opportunities:
the employment prospects for automotive technicians are
excellent. technicians may find employment at new car
dealerships, independent repair shops, specialty car care
chains as well as at federal, state, and county maintenance
shops. they may also start their own business.
Certificate
FIRST YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
general Service Shop
Automatic transmission / transaxle
Four Wheel / All Wheel Drive
basic electricity and ignition Systems
Automotive Hear / Air Conditioning
Computer Applications
2
5
1
4
2
1
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
ASeS 1010
ASeS 1011
ASeS 1012
ASeS 1014
ASeS 1018
Comm 1100
brakes
Steering and Suspension
manual transmission and Drivelines
engine Rebuilding
Automotive math Applications
Professional & Personal Communications
brakes - AbS
Automotive electrical Accessories
Customer Auto 1
Customer Auto 2
Shop management / Supervision
transmission & transfer Case Controls
employment Skills
2
4
3
4
1
3
2
3
3
3
1
2
1
CISCO NETWORKING TECHNICIAN
Credits Required for Graduation:
Students are required to purchase their own basic tool set.
ASeS 1020
ASeS 1021
ASeS 1022
ASeS 1023
ASeS 1024
CAPP 1510
ASeS 2010
ASeS 2013
ASeS 2014
ASeS 2015
ASeS 2018
ASeS 2022
emPl 2515
17 Credits
Program Description:
the CiSCo networking technician program provides
comprehensive, project-based training in computer network
design, set-up, maintenance, troubleshooting, and
administration. Students participate in hands-on projects which
provide experimental learning, while preparing for the CiSCo
certification exam. this exam, given at the completion of two
semesters, determines if the student is fully qualified to work
as a CiSCo Certified networking Associate. throughout the two
semesters, students are learning about network operations and
management.
Employment Opportunities:
upon completion of this program, students will be trained and
ready for a career in a field experiencing critical shortages and
high income potential. the minnesota Department of economic
Security projects an increase of up to 92% for computer
scientists and related workers statewide over the next few
years.
Admission Requirement:
Previous computer experience helpful.
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
SECOND YEAR
Cnt 1010
networking Fundamentals
Cnt 1020
Router theory & Router technology
elective from below
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
ASeS 1015
ASeS 1016
ASeS 2020
Cnt 1030
Advanced Routing & Switching
Cnt 1040
Advanced networking & management
electives from below
Starting and Charging Systems
Fuel Systems
Advanced ignition Systems
3
2
2
CAREER PROGRAMS
74
3
3
3
3
3
2
Electives:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
Cnt 1005
CSCi 1021
CSCi 1050
CSCi 1081
CSCi 1250
CSCi 1350
CSCi 1400
CSCi 1600
CSCi 1081
mCt 1543
mCt 1545
mCt 1557
mCt 2010
mCt 2020
mCt 2560
it Security Awareness
Visual basic Programming 1
Visual basic Programming 2
Fundamentals of Computer Science 1
C++ Programming 2
understanding & using the internet
Web Authoring
introduction to uniX/linux
Fundamentals of Computer Science 1
A+ Hardware
A+ Software
Communication Cabling & termination
linux installation & Administration
linux Administration and Security
Wireless network Administration
2
3
2
4
3
2
2
2
4
3
3
2
3
3
3
CULINARY ARTS
A.A.S. Degree
Credits Required for Graduation:
72 Credits
CAmt 2410
Hotel Restaurant Food Production 1
engl 1060
Freshman Composition
or
SPCH 1010
Fundamentals of Speech
or
SPCH 1040
introduction to Communication
general education elective
4
3
3
3
3
SECOND YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CAmt 2420
Hotel/Restaurant Food Production 2
CAmt 2430
Advanced Culinary Skills 1
management elective
general education electives
5
6
2
6
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CAmt 2440
Advanced Culinary Skills 2
CAmt 2450
Specialty Foods Preparation
CAmt 2460
Culinary nutrition
general education electives
6
5
1
6
Program Description:
Students in the Food Service and management program learn
to implement the basic food production and management
techniques necessary in the Food Service industry. included
are basic food handling and safety techniques, planning and
production, personnel management, cost control methods, and
nutritional menu planning.
Management electives: Choose one.
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
Employment Opportunities:
Students who complete this program will be prepared for
employment in the following positions: Sous chef, second
cook, chef, kitchen manager, dining room manager.
General Education electives:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
Admission Requirement:
A record of physical examination must be submitted before final
enrollment.
FIRST YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CAmt
CAmt
CAmt
CAmt
1600
1602
1603
1604
introduction to Food Service
basic Food Production Principles
institutional Food Production 1
Quality Assurance
6
6
4
1
CAmt
CAmt
CAmt
CAmt
2400
2415
2470
2480
engl 1060
or
SPCH 1010
or
SPCH 1050
Food Service Procurement and Cost Control 3
introduction to baking
2
Restaurant management
2
buffet / Catering
2
Freshman Composition
3
Fundamentals of Speech
3
interpersonal Communication
3
One course from MnTC Goal 3 or 4: natural Science or
mathematics / logic Reasoning.
One course from MnTC Goal 5: Social behavioral Science.
Additional general education courses from the mntC to total
18 credits.
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CAmt 1601
CAmt 1605
introduction to breakfast and Pantry Foods 3
institutional Food Production 2
5
CAREER PROGRAMS
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CULINARY ARTS FOOD SERVICE
AND MANAGEMENT
CULINARY ARTS
Diploma
Credits Required for Graduation:
Credits Required for Graduation:
Diploma
68 Credits
Employment Opportunities:
Students who complete this program will be prepared for
employment in the following positions:
Kitchen manager
Food production manager
Chef (most locations will require additional work experience)
Sous chef
banquet chef
institutional production cook/supervisor
Admission Requirement:
A record of physical examination must be submitted before final
enrollment.
FIRST YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CAmt
CAmt
CAmt
CAmt
1600
1602
1603
1604
introduction to Food Service
basic Food Production Principles
institutional Food Production 1
Quality Assurance
6
6
4
1
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CAmt 1601
CAmt 1605
CAmt 1606
CAmt 2410
CAPP 1510
SPCH 1040
introduction to breakfast and Pantry Foods 3
institutional Food Production 2
5
Culinary math
1
Hotel Restaurant Food Production 1
4
Computer Applications
1
introduction to Communication
3
Employment Opportunities:
Students who complete this program will be prepared for
employment in the following positions: Sous chef, second
cook, kitchen manager.
Admission Requirement:
A record of physical examination must be submitted before final
enrollment.
FIRST YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CAmt
CAmt
CAmt
CAmt
1600
1602
1603
1604
introduction to Food Service
basic Food Production Principles
institutional Food Production 1
Quality Assurance
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CAmt 2400
CAmt 2420
CAmt 2430
CAmt 2480
PSyC 1010
Food Service Procurement and Cost Control
Hotel/Restaurant Food Production 2
Advanced Culinary Skills 1
buffet / Catering
Psychology of Adjustment
3
5
6
2
2
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CAmt 2415
CAmt 2440
CAmt 2450
CAmt 2460
CAmt 2470
emPl 2515
introduction to baking
Advanced Culinary Skills 2
Specialty Foods Preparation
Culinary nutrition
Restaurant management
employment Skills
2
6
5
1
2
1
6
6
4
1
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CAmt 1601
CAmt 1605
CAmt 2410
SPCH 1040
CAPP 1510
or
emPl 2515
introduction to breakfast and Pantry Foods 3
institutional Food Production 2
5
Hotel Restaurant Food Production 1
4
introduction to Communication
3
Computer Applications
1
employment Skills
1
CULINARY ASSISTANT
Certificate
Credits Required for Graduation:
SECOND YEAR
33 Credits
16 Credits
Program Description:
Students in the Culinary Assistant program learn to implement
the basic food production skills and techniques necessary in
the food service industry. basic food handling and safety
techniques are included in this program. through a
combination of classroom and hands-on learning in a state-ofthe-art kitchen, students will assist with daily food service
production for the dining customers of Hibbing Community
College.
Admission Requirement:
Students typically enroll in this program through a referral and
advising process.
Employment Opportunities:
Students who complete this program will be prepared for
employment in the following positions: salad prep, counter
service, cafeteria attendant, bus person, and kitchen assistant.
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Daily Schedule:
monday - thursday
Friday
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Special Notes:
• Students are required to purchase their own basic uniform
and needed tools.
• the curriculum in the Dental Assisting program may expose
students to hazardous materials, radiation and/or infectious
diseases. Students will be provided with information through
education and program policies to protect themselves and
their patients from harm. Students will be expected to utilize
appropriate safety precautions in the classroom, laboratory
and clinic. Program policies are available upon request.
For Additional Information:
Dan lidholm, Culinary Arts Program leader
218-262-7227
danlidholm@hibbing.edu
mary iozzo, Culinary Assistant Program Advisor and
Director of Disability Services
218-262-6712
maryiozzo@hibbing.edu
• Current Healthcare Provider level CPR required.
FIRST YEAR
FIRST YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
Cul 1000
Cul 1005
CAPP 1510
DAS 1501
DAS 1507
DAS 1512
DAS 1517
DAS 1520
DAS 1525
DAS 1528
SPCH 1050
basics of Food Preparation 1
Food Preparation experience 1
4
4
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
Cul 1010
Cul 1015
basics of Food Preparation 2
Food Preparation experience 2
4
4
DENTAL ASSISTANT
A.A.S.
Credits Required for Graduation:
72 credits
Program Description:
the Dental Assistant program is a nationally accredited course
which prepares students for a rewarding career in the field of
dental assisting. Within nine months, students learn a variety
of skills required of a chair-side assistant, laboratory
technician, and dental receptionist.
Students master the skills of polishing teeth, applying fluoride,
taking impressions, placing and removing rubber dams and
taking x-rays during school clinic sessions. extramural training
in area dental offices allows students to practice the skills they
have acquired in school.
After successfully completing the program, students are eligible
to take the national Chair-side Assisting Certification exam and
the minnesota Registration exam.
Employment Opportunities:
Positions in dental assisting are available with general
practitioners and specialists in private and group practices and
in public health programs.
Admission Requirement:
A record of physical examination must be submitted before final
enrollment.
Computer Applications
X-Ray 1
Dental Anatomy 1
Chair-side 1
Dental lab
Dental Science
expanded Duties 1
infection Control
interpersonal Communication
1
2
3
3
2
2
3
1
3
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
DAS
DAS
DAS
DAS
DAS
DAS
DAS
DAS
1504
1529
1530
1542
1547
1552
1572
1582
nutrition
expanded Duties 2
office management
X-Ray 2
Dental Anatomy 2
Chair-side 2
extramural i
nitrous oxide-oxygen inhalation Sedation
1
3
1
2
2
3
7
1
SECOND YEAR
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
DAS 2655
DAS 2657
biol 1120
biol 1250
biol 1260
CHem 1020
engl 1060
PSyC 1205
PHil 1300
Special Project
extramural 2
microbiology
Human Anatomy & Physiology 1
Human Anatomy & Physiology 2
introduction to Chemistry
Freshman Composition
general Psychology
ethics
3
4
3
4
4
4
3
4
3
CAREER PROGRAMS
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Electives
emPl 2515
emS 1505
employment Skills
CPR Course C
1
1
DENTAL ASSISTANT
Diploma
Credits Required for Graduation:
40 credits
Program Description:
the Dental Assistant program is a nationally accredited course
which prepares students for a rewarding career in the field of
dental assisting. Within nine months, students learn a variety
of skills required of a chair-side assistant, laboratory
technician, and dental receptionist. Students will master the
skills of polishing teeth, applying fluoride, taking impressions,
placing and removing rubber dams and taking x-rays during
school clinic sessions. extramural training in area dental
offices allows students to practice the skills they have acquired
in school. After successfully completing the program, students
are eligible to take the national Chair-side Assisting
Certification exam and the minnesota Registration exam. this
program is accredited by the Commission on Dental
Accreditation of the American Dental Association, and the
instructors possess comprehensive background in the dental
professions with more than 40 years of combined experience.
Employment Opportunities:
Positions in dental assisting are available with general
practitioners and specialists in private and group practices and
in public health programs.
Admission Requirement:
A record of physical examination must be submitted before final
enrollment.
Special Notes:
• Students are required to purchase their own basic uniform
and needed tools.
• the curriculum in the Dental Assisting program may expose
students to hazardous materials, radiation and/or infectious
diseases. Students will be provided with information through
education and program policies to protect themselves and
their patients from harm. Students will be expected to utilize
appropriate safety precautions in the classroom, laboratory
and clinic. Program policies are available upon request.
DAS 1517
DAS 1520
DAS 1525
DAS 1528
SPCH 1040
Dental lab
Dental Science
expanded Duties 1
infection Control
introduction to Communication
2
2
3
1
3
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
DAS
DAS
DAS
DAS
DAS
DAS
DAS
DAS
1504
1529
1530
1542
1547
1552
1572
1582
nutrition
expanded Duties 2
office management
X-Ray 2
Dental Anatomy 2
Chair-side 2
extramural i
nitrous oxide-oxygen inhalation Sedation
DIESEL MECHANICS/HEAVY
EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
Diploma
Credits Required for Graduation:
65 Credits
Program Description:
Diesel mechanics understand the diesel engine. they can
troubleshoot, repair and adjust it; they are knowledgeable about
fuel injection and turbochargers as well as electrical and
hydraulic systems.
Heavy equipment mechanics repair all parts of large trucks,
buses, construction and earth moving equipment. they
inspect, test and repair heavy equipment systems, including
hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical.
HCC’s Diesel and Heavy equipment program provides a modern
equipped diesel shop including a fuel injector room and use of
an engine dynamometer. Students learn theory and application
of 2-cycle and 4-cycle engines, electrical and hydraulic systems,
clutches, heavy equipment, recordkeeping, power
transmissions, and steering, brakes and tires.
Employment Opportunities:
Diesel mechanics and heavy equipment mechanics secure jobs
with road construction companies, trucking companies, the
mining industry, bus lines and logging and diesel equipment
dealers. government agencies hire mechanics to maintain
their diesel-powered equipment.
FIRST YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CAPP 1510
DAS 1501
DAS 1507
DAS 1512
Computer Applications
X-Ray 1
Dental Anatomy 1
Chair-side 1
1
2
3
3
CAREER PROGRAMS
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1
3
1
2
2
3
7
1
FIRST YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CAPP 1510
Comm 1100
DSl 1500
DSl 1510
DSl 1527
DSl
DSl
CDl
CDl
1535
1560
1500
1510
Computer Applications
Professional & Personal Communications
orientation and trade Knowledge
basic Diesel engines
Welding for Diesel mechanics
** to be taken in fall or spring of first year
electronic/electrical Systems
Heavy equipment Air Conditioning
Commercial Driver license (elective)
Commercial Driver license Driving (elective)
1
3
1
4
2
6
1
4
1
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
DSl
DSl
DSl
DSl
DSl
1502
1523
1525
1526
1527
DSl
DSl
CDl
CDl
1528
1530
1500
1510
Diesel Systems and troubleshooting
Caterpillar Fuel Systems
mobile and Heavy equipment inspection
Cummins and Caterpillar overhaul
Welding for Diesel mechanics
** to be taken in fall or spring of first year
Cummins Fuel Systems
Heavy equipment Hydraulics
Commercial Driver license (elective)
Commercial Driver license Driving (elective)
3
2
1
4
2
2
3
4
1
SECOND YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
DSl 2515
DSl 2524
DSl 2540
DSl 2547
CDl 1500
CDl 1510
emPl 2515
PSyC 1010
machine tool technology
Power Shift transmissions
Standard transmissions/Clutches
Customer Repair
Commercial Driver license (elective)
Commercial Driver license Driving (elective)
employment Skills
Psychology of Adjustment
3
3
4
3
4
1
1
2
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
DSl
DSl
DSl
DSl
DSl
CDl
CDl
2531
2535
2543
2545
2550
1500
1510
Heavy Duty Air brakes
undercarriage
Differentials
Steering/Alignment and tires
Customer Repair
Commercial Driver license (elective)
Commercial Driver license Driving (elective)
4
1
4
2
5
4
1
ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE AND
CONSTRUCTION (ELECTRICIAN)
Diploma
Credits Required for Graduation:
74 Credits
Program Description:
the electrical maintenance program is unique in that it covers
an array of employment opportunities in the electrical field.
electrical maintenance workers understand electrical theory in
its many diverse applications from residential and commercial
construction and maintenance to heavy industrial power and
control installations. they apply the latest technology and
codes to diagnose, test and repair electrical equipment
including appliances, motors, generators, distributors and
control circuits.
Employment Opportunities:
graduates will qualify for employment with processing
companies, industrial firms, large and small manufacturing
companies, electrical contractors, power companies and
building construction companies. they may choose to do
general electrical maintenance, install power and lighting
systems or work in instrumentation, automation or robotics.
FIRST YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CAPP 1510
elm 1005
elm 1101
elm 1201
elm 1301
Computer Applications
electrical math Applications
DC electrical theory & Applications
AC/DC electrical Circuits & Calculations
Residential Wiring & Code 1
1
2
5
5
5
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
elm 1102
elm 1202
elm 1302
elm 1006
AC electrical & electronic theory
& Applications
transformers, generators,
Alternators & motors
Residential Wiring & Code 2
Algebra for electricians
6
6
6
1
SECOND YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
Comm 1100
elm 2101
elm 2201
elm 2312
emPl 2515
Professional & Personal Communications
Print Reading/Specifications &
lighting Systems
AC/DC motor Control 1
Renewable energy Systems and
a House Project
employment Skills
CAREER PROGRAMS
79
3
5
5
5
1
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
elm 2102
elm 2202
elm 2311
PSyC 1010
SHA 1561
elective:
elm 1400
Commercial/industrial Wiring methods
AC/DC motor Controls 2
Power limited Circuits and instrumentation
Psychology of Adjustment
mSHA new miner
Attendance make-up Project
5
5
5
2
1
1
GERONTOLOGY/ELDERCARE
Certificate
Credits Required for Graduation:
18 credits
Program Description:
gerontology is the study of the aging processes and individuals
as they grow from middle age through alter life. this program
provides an interdisciplinary approach to increase student
knowledge and understanding in working with and caring for
older adults ina variety of settings. Core areas in biology,
sociology, and psychology of aging are integrated with areas of
student focusing on meeting unique needs of older adults. A
gerontology/elder Care certificate may augment previous
education or training or enhance existing work experience and
opportunities.
Employment Opportunities:
this certificate will train works in various career areas to better
understand and serve the elderly. Some examples include
direct care working in, but not limited to, hospitals, clinics, longterm care, assisted living facilities, adult day centers, homecare
agencies, hospice, centers for independent living, shelters,
veterans services, public health, occupational and physical
therapy, social services, mental health centers, schools and
other areas of direct care providers.
FIRST YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
geRo 1010
SoC 2300
Physical Aspects of Aging
Aging
3
3
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
geRo 1020
geRo 1030
mental Health and Aging
Professional boundaries, ethics and
the elderly
3
2
SECOND YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
_________________________________________________
SPCH 1040
introduction to Communication
3
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
________________________________________________
geRo 1040
PDeV 8083
Programs and Services in Aging
Service learning
1
1
electives: Choose one
geRo 1060
nutrition for the elderly
geRo 1070
Providing Care to the Client with
Dementia
geRo 1080
Death, Dying and bereavement
2
2
2
HEATING AND COOLING TECHNICIAN
Diploma
Credits Required for Graduation:
32 credits
Program Description:
graduates of this program will be prepared as entry-level
technicians in the heating, air-conditioning and refrigeration
industry. Students will be trained to install and service
residential and light commercial equipment in the heating, airconditioning and refrigeration field.
Employment Opportunities:
today’s heating, air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment
requires highly skilled technicians who not only possess the
technical skills needed to repair today’s sophisticated
equipment but also the soft skills to relate to the customers’
needs. this career field is not as sensitive to economic times
because maintenance of existing systems will be needed.
graduates are in high demand due to a shortage of qualified
technicians nationwide. the heating, air-conditioning and
refrigeration field is expected to grow by 33.7% by the year
2020.
FIRST YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
HCt 1500
HCt 1505
HCt 1510
HCt 1515
HCt 1520
emPl 2515
introduction to electricity
Refrigeration theory
Residential Refrigeration Systems
light Commercial Refrigeration Systems
Refrigerant Certification
employment Skills
CAREER PROGRAMS
80
3
3
2
3
2
1
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
HCt 1530
HCt 1535
HCt 1540
HCt 1545
Comm 1100
Air Conditioning/Heat Pump Systems
gas Heating Systems
oil Heating Systems
Radiant Heating Systems
Professional and Personal Communications
5
5
2
3
3
INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY
A.A.S. Degree
Credits Required for Graduation:
60 credits
Program Description:
the industrial Systems technology program prepares students
for employment in today’s technologically advanced industrial
and manufacturing environment. through hands-on training,
students learn skills such as mobile equipment operating,
blueprint reading, mechanical systems, electricity
fundamentals, welding, machining, fluid power, gear and beltdrive systems, and various diagnostic and repair procedures.
Students will learn and understand the economic and
environmental impact of industry. Class visits will be taken to
industries such as mining, pulp and paper, power generation,
industrial construction and light manufacturing. these visits will
allow students a first-hand look at the industry environment as
well as allow students to network. Students are trained to
safely and efficiently operate mobile and plant equipment and
are required to incorporate teamwork, effective communication
skills and critical thinking throughout the program.
Employment Opportunities:
industrial Systems technology graduates can work in the
operations portion of the industry, and with post-employment
training, move into maintenance departments. the industry is
expecting a need to replace 40% to 60% of its workforce due to
impending retirements from the baby boomer generation.
industry is looking to fill these positions with well-trained and
educated employees possessing two years of technical training.
Students in the program will earn certificates in
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Forklift operations
Skidsteer operations
Carry Deck Crane operations
Scissor manlift operations
boiler operator – Special
oSHA - 10
FIRST YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
iSt 1050
iSt 1150
iSt 1250
iSt 1350
enSC 1050
introduction to industrial Systems technology3
Welding technologies
3
mobile and Process equipment operations 13
industrial technology math lab 1
3
environmental Science
3
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
iSt 1450
industrial technology math lab 2
iSt 1550
mechanical Systems 1
iSt 1950
integrated Projects 1
CAPP 1600
emerging information technologies
SPCH 1040
introduction to Communication
general education elective
3
3
1
2
3
3
SECOND YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
iSt 2050
iSt 2150
iSt 2250
iSt 2550
iSt 2750
PHyS 1005
industrial Fluid Power 1
industrial machine tool technology
mobile and Process equipment operations
mechanical Systems 2
integrated Projects 2
Physics Concepts
3
2
23
3
1
4
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
iSt 2350
iSt 2450
iSt 2650
iSt 2950
engl 1070
industrial electrical Systems
industrial Fluid Power 2
mechanical Systems 3
integrated Projects 3 (Capstone)
technical Report Writing
3
3
3
2
3
LAW ENFORCEMENT
Program Description:
the law enforcement program is run in an academy setting.
Students wear uniforms, stand inspection, and are subject to
traditional police policy rules, regulations, and a defined
disciplinary process. Students attend a weekly inspection.
law enforcement instruction and training is conducted in the
most complete and modern education center in the upper
midwest.
Employment Opportunities:
law enforcement departments (state, municipal and county)
have the continual need for well trained and highly skilled
officers. State and federal government agencies have need for
CAREER PROGRAMS
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highway patrol, treasury agents, Fbi, immigration, security
guards and conservation agents.
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
Admission Requirement:
Students considering this program should be aware that no
person shall be admitted to the Professional Peace officer
Program who:
2. Has been convicted of a felony.
lAW 1515
lAW 1544
lAW 1550
lAW 1590
lAW 2531
lAW 2580
PSyC 1205
3. Has been convicted under mn Stat. 609.221-224 (assault)
or 609.52 (theft).
SECOND YEAR
4. Has been convicted of a crime for which the penalty was
enhanced under mn Stat. 626.5531 (bias Crime).
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
5. Has been convicted of a crime listed under Ch. 214.10 2A.
biol 1050
Human biology
or
any course from mntC Area 3
lAW 2421
traffic enforcement
lAW 2510
Defensive tactics
lAW 2460
Standardized Field Sobriety testing
lAW 2595
Criminal investigation
lAW 2596
Crime Scene Processing
SoC 1200
Social Problems
oR
Any Course from mntC Area 5
1. Poses a serious threat to the health or safety of themselves
or others.
6. Has been convicted of misconduct by an officer under mn
Stat. 609.43.
7. Has been convicted of any drug violation of mn Chapter 152.
8. Has been convicted of any of the above crimes in other state
or federal jurisdictions, or under a local ordinance, that
would be a conviction if committed.
the College will submit to the Peace officer Standards and
training (PoSt) board the names of applicants for the purpose
of verifying conviction data. the PoSt board shall report to the
College the names of applicants who do not qualify for
admission under this section. if a student is denied admission
or participation in the law enforcement program because of any
of the conditions listed above, the College shall inform the
student of the denial and its reasons for the denial. the
College shall also afford the student a formal appeal process.
Refer to the Complaint/grievance Policy section in this catalog.
A record of physical examination must be submitted before final
enrollment.
LAW ENFORCEMENT
A.A.S. Degree
Credits Required for Graduation:
72 Credits
FIRST YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
engl 1060
lAW 1510
lAW 1512
lAW 1528
lAW 1538
Pe 1800
SPCH 1040
Freshman Composition
intro to Criminal Justice
traffic law
Police and the Community
Juvenile Justice
Physical education for law enforcement
introduction to Communication
3
3
2
3
3
2
3
minnesota Statutes
Police Report Writing
Street Survival
Procedural law
basic Firearms
Police ethics
general Psychology
4
3
2
4
1
2
4
3
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
lAW 2440
lAW 2452
lAW 2532
lAW 2536
PSyC 1400
Firearms
interviewing techniques
Drug investigation & identification
Field operations
Abnormal Psychology
3
3
2
4
3
Electives:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
lAW
lAW
lAW
lAW
lAW
1582
2540
2542
2550
2597
Advanced Sparring
PoSt Prep
natural Resources
Field training experience
Spontaneous Knife Defense
1
1
2
2
1
• An emt or First Responder course is required by PoSt even
though this is not a law enforcement Program requirement
for graduation.
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3
3
3
2
1
3
2
3
LAW ENFORCEMENT PROFESSIONAL
PEACE OFFICER ED PROGRAM
Diploma
Credits Required for Graduation:
41 Credits
FIRST YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
lAW
lAW
lAW
lAW
lAW
1510
1512
1528
1538
2595
intro to Criminal Justice
traffic law
Police and the Community
Juvenile Justice
Criminal investigation
3
2
3
3
3
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
lAW
lAW
lAW
lAW
1515
1544
2532
1590
minnesota Statutes
Police Report Writing
Drug identification and investigation
Procedural law
4
3
3
4
SUMMER SESSION
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
SKl 2661
SKl 2664
SKl 2665
SKl 2666
SKl 2667
lAW 2540
Patrol Practicals
Firearms
Crime Scene Processing
traffic enforcement
Defensive tactics
PoSt Prep
3
3
2
2
2
1
* An emt or First responder course is required by P.o.S.t. even
though this is not a l.e. Program requirement for graduation.
FIRST YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
AlHe 1600
buS 1110
CAPP 1510
emPl 2515
meDC 1120
meDC 1132
PSyC 1010
medical terminology
Keyboarding 1
Computer Applications
employment Skills
intro to Health info mgmt
Within Healthcare Delivery Systems
iCD-10-Cm Coding
Psychology of Adjustment
2
2
1
1
4
3
2
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1201
buS 1105
meDC 1123
meDC 1124
meDC 1127
PHAR 1040
integrated Anatomy & Physiology
business english
Coding & Reimbursement for Physician
Services
Advanced Coding & Reimbursement
medical Coding terminology
Pharmacotherapy of Disease Processes
4
3
3
3
2
4
SUMMER SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
meDC 1125
meDC 1126
SPCH 1040
Advanced Physicians Coding
Professional Practice for Coding Specialist
introduction to Communication
3
2
3
MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
A.A.S. Degree
Credits required for graduation:
68 credits
this program is also available online. See the online learning
section for more details.
MEDICAL CODING SPECIALIST
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
Diploma
Credits required for graduation:
42 Credits
Program Description:
the medical Coding Specialist Program is a diploma program
designed to provide entry level personnel to perform abstracting
and coding of medical records.
Employment Opportunities:
graduates of this program will analyze medical record
documentation in order to assign diagnostic and procedures
codes; provide important information for the health care
reimbursement process; and assist in medical research and
statistics.
Students in the medical laboratory technician program prepare
to work in hospital and clinical laboratories. Coursework
includes theories and practical applications of microbiology,
hematology, immunology, clinical chemistry and phlebotomy.
upon completion of the program’s classroom phase, students
spend 24 weeks in a clinical internship at an approved hospital
/ clinic. every effort is made to arrange this internship
experience immediately following the completion of the
student’s second year, but students should be aware that a
deferred or waiting list may have to be established if the
number of eligible students exceeds the number of approved
clinical training sites.
Employment Opportunities:
the need for medical laboratory technicians is growing faster
than there are qualified people to fill these jobs. Hospitals,
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clinics, public health facilities, business and industry all
currently have positions open for qualified laboratory
professionals. the employment outlook promises to continue
to be strong, as there is a shortage of medical laboratory
technicians nationwide.
Admission Requirement:
High school graduation; qualifying scores on math placement
exams or demonstration of math competency (Completion of
mAtH 0970 beginning Algebra with a C or better.) State law
requires that any person who provides services that involve
direct contact with patients and residents at a minnesota
licenses health care facility have a background study conducted
by the State of minnesota. An individual who is disqualified
from having direct patient contact as a result of the background
study, and whose disqualification is not set aside by the
Commissioner of Health, will not be permitted to participate in
a clinical internship.
A record of physical examination must be submitted before
beginning the program.
State law requires that any person who provides services that
involve direct contact with patients and residents at a
minnesota licensed health care facility have a background study
conducted by the State. An individual who is disqualified from
having direct patient contact as a result of the background
study, and whose disqualification is not set aside by the
Commissioner of Health, will not be permitted to participate in
a clinical placement in a licensed health care facility. Failure to
participate in clinical placement required by this program will
result in ineligibility to qualify for a degree, diploma, and
certificate and will be withdrawn from the program.
FIRST YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
AlHe 1600
medical terminology
biol 1050
Human biology
CAPP 1510
Computer Applications
mlt 1408
introduction to the medical laboratory
mlt 1412
Hematology 1
mlt 1422
laboratory techniques
Any 3-credit elective from the first 6 goal areas of the mntC
transfer curriculum.
2
3
1
1
3
3
SECOND YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
emPl 2515
mlt 2424
mlt 2435
mlt 2445
mlt 2455
PSyC 1010
SPCH 1050
employment Skills
medical microbiology 2
urinalysis & body Fluids Analysis
Clinical Chemistry 2
immunohematology 1
Psychology of Adjustment
interpersonal Communication
1
4
2
2
2
2
3
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
mlt
mlt
mlt
mlt
2448
2465
2480
2490
Clinical Chemistry 3
immunohematology 2
Clinical Practicum 1
mlt Seminar 1
2
2
7
1
SUMMER SESSION
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
mlt 2485
mlt 2495
Clinical Practicum 2
mlt Seminar 2
7
1
MICROCOMPUTER TECHNOLOGY
Diploma
Credits Required for Graduation:
64 Credits
Program Description:
this program prepares technicians to understand, recommend,
operate, install, test, modify and repair microcomputer-type
equipment. Concentration is on board level work with
microcomputer hardware, software, applications and
networking. Such technicians are often called “field” or
“service” technicians.
Employment Opportunities:
graduates of the microcomputer technology program have
many career advantages. Jobs are available in almost any area
of the country in fields of computer research and
manufacturing, training users on various hardware, operating
systems, software applications, and working with lAns and the
internet.
FIRST YEAR
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1250
mlt 1424
mlt 1425
mlt 1432
mlt 1445
CAPP 1510
CAPP 2019
mCt 1500
mCt 1543
mCt 1545
Human Anatomy & Physiology 1
medical microbiology 1
Clinical Chemistry 1
Hematology 2
immunology
4
4
2
3
3
Computer Applications
Windows oS
i-net+
A+ Hardware
A+ Software
1
2
3
3
3
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mCt 1557
PSyC 1010
Communication Cabling & termination
Psychology of Adjustment
2
2
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
mCt
mCt
mCt
mCt
mCt
2010
2020
2080
2090
2140
linux installation & Administration
linux Administration & Security
intro to SQl
SQl Programming
microsoft mtA Windows Server
3
3
2
3
6
SECOND YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
Cnt 1010
Cnt 1020
Cnt 2010
Cnt 2070
mCt 2536
SPCH 1040
network Fundamentals
Router theory & technology
information Assurance
Digital Forensics
PC Systems 1
introduction to Communication
3
3
3
3
2
3
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
emPl 2515
mCt 1601
Cnt 1030
Cnt 1040
mCt 2537
mCt 2560
employment Skills
technical Writing Applications
Advanced Routing & Switching
Advanced networking & management
PC Systems 2
Wireless network Administration
1
2
3
3
2
3
NURSING
A.S. Degree
Credits Required for Graduation:
64 Credits
Program Description:
Hibbing Community College offers an Associate in Science
Degree in nursing. the college is a member of the itasca
nursing education Consortium (ineC), which offers educational
mobility for nurses in northeastern minnesota. laboratory
experiences are provided in area community hospitals, clinics,
nursing homes, and other health care agencies, including the
community. Students are responsible for their own
transportation to clinical assignments and the additional costs
of field trips, uniforms, malpractice insurance, and test fees.
Employment Opportunities:
those students who successfully complete the nursing and
general education graduation requirements of this program are
eligible to apply for licensure and apply to take the national
Council licensure examination for Registered nurses (nCleXRn). graduates are prepared for entry level positions in
hospitals, nursing homes, home health agencies and clinics.
Admission Requirement:
Application for admission to the nursing program is made to
nursing Admissions, Hibbing Community College. only
students with completed nursing program applications are
considered for admission. A completed application includes
the following:
1. Completed Hibbing Community College application form and
payment of application fee.
2. A high school transcript or copy of geD scores.
3. official transcripts of all college credits.
NURSING ASSISTANT / HOME
HEALTH AIDE
4. A high school or college science course, completed with a
grade of "C" or higher.
nursing Assistant / Home Health Aide students work directly
under the supervision of a registered nurse to become familiar
with the duties and responsibilities of a nursing assistant and
home health aide. they learn to provide services contributing
to the welfare of patients in a hospital, nursing home, or private
setting.
5. Scores from the ACt, PSAt, or SAt.
Students interested in the nursing Assistant course will register
for a month-long course, AlHe 1500-introduction to nursing
(nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide), which is offered several
times throughout the year. this four-credit course includes
classroom theory and testing as well as instruction in how to
assist patients with hygiene, feeding, skin care, bed making,
movement and other general assistance. Clinical experience
at a local nursing home is required. nursing AlHe 1500 is a
prerequisite to most Practical nursing programs and to HCC’s
nursing program.
6. A completed goal statement.
other requirements for lPns who apply for second year entry
include:
7. neC lPns -- graduation from a practical nursing program at
itasca Community College, Rainy River Community College,
mesabi Range Community and technical College, or lake
Superior College since the ineC changes were implemented.
ineC lPns must also submit completed Director and
employer rating forms.
8. non-ineC lPns -- must complete a college course in english
composition, general psychology, developmental psychology
through the life span, two semesters of anatomy and
physiology, and microbiology with a lab. non-ineC lPns
must also take two Regent’s exams: Commonalities in
nursing Care A and b, and submit employer and Director
Rating forms.
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9. All lPn applicants must be licensed as an lPn by the time
fall classes begin.
NURSING
lPns who are applying for the second year should have their
applications complete by march 31 prior to fall admission.
Credits Required for Graduation:
lPns who are admitted to the second year are granted 13
semester nursing credits. All lPn students who are admitted
to the second year of the nursing program must provide
evidence of current lPn licensure to be granted advanced
standing.
FIRST YEAR
Students accepted into the nursing program may defer entry
into the program for one year if unforeseen circumstances
arise. A deferral form must be completed and submitted to the
nursing admissions office. if the student does not register for
classes the following year, the student's application will be
removed from the nursing department's files.
After-Admission Requirements:
A record of physical examination must be submitted after
admission. First year students must provide proof of
completion of a nursing assistant course within two years of
program entry (or current registration as a nursing assistant).
State law requires that any person who provides services that
involve direct contact with patients and residents at a
minnesota licensed health care facility have a background study
conducted by the State. An individual who is disqualified from
having direct patient contact as a result of the background
study, and whose disqualification is not set aside by the
Commissioner of Health, will not be permitted to participate in
a clinical placement in a licensed health care facility. Failure to
participate in clinical placement required by this program will
result in ineligibility to qualify for a degree, diploma, and
certificate and will be withdrawn from the program.
For continuation in the nursing program, a student is required to
earn a grade of "C” or higher in all nursing and required nonnursing courses and maintain a 2.00 term gPA. the school
reserves the right to drop a student from the nursing program if
academic or clinical standards are not maintained and/or for
behavior which is considered grounds for disciplinary action as
described in the 1990 minnesota Statutes 148:261.
if a student has been dropped from the program, or withdraws
voluntarily and wishes to be considered for re-admission, he or
she must submit a written request to the director of nursing.
the nursing faculty will consider the request and the student
will be notified in writing of the decision. if a period of two
years has elapsed since the student has been in the program,
prior course work may need to be audited or repeated.
All other requirements of the program are contained in the HCC
nursing Program Student guide, which is distributed to nursing
students during nursing orientation in the fall and available in
the HCC nursing Department.
Associate in Science Degree
64 Credits
SUMMER SESSION – Prior to Fall Entry
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
engl 1060
mAtH 0921
Freshman Composition
Fundamentals of math
(if math placement cut score is not met)
Human Anatomy and Physiology 1
biol 1250
4
oR
biol 1260
Human Anatomy and Physiology 2
4
Completion of certified nursing assistant course is required.
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
HltH 2010
nuRS 0950
nuRS 1250
PSyC 1205
nutrition
essential mathematics for nurses
Foundations of nursing
general Psychology
2
1
8
4
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1250
oR
biol 1260
nuRS 1350
PSyC 1350
Human Anatomy and Physiology 1
4
Human Anatomy and Physiology 2
Care of the Client Affected by Chronic
Stressors
lifespan Development
4
8
3
SUMMER SESSION
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1120
microbiology
3
(All students entering the second year of nursing)
** All of the above courses must be completed before entering
the second year of the program.
SECOND YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
nuRS 2050
nuRS 2150
PHil 1300
Care of Women & Children
4
Care of the Client Affected by Acute Stressors5
ethics
3
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
nuRS 2250
nuRS 2350
Care of the Client Affected by Complex
Stressors
Foundations of leadership
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3
4
6
1
nuRS 2900
Capstone experience (elective)
Communication Course
Social Science elective
1
3
3
Communication Electives:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
engl 1070
engl 1090
SPCH 1010
SPCH 1040
technical Report Writing
Advanced Composition
Fundamentals of Speech
interpersonal Communication
3
3
3
3
Social Science Elective:
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
AntH 1010
PSyC 1400
SoC 1100
SoC 1200
SoC 1400
SoC 2200
SoC 2300
Cultural Anthropology
Abnormal Psychology
introduction to Sociology
Social Problems
marriage and the Family
Race and ethnicity
Sociology of Aging
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
OFFICE ADMINISTRATION
Program Description:
the office Administration curriculum prepares students for
employment in administrative support positions in word
processing, banking, advertising, public relations, government
agencies, travel bureaus, real estate, and related office
occupations of all kinds. Special emphasis is placed on
current computer applications such as word processing, data
processing, spreadsheets, and desktop publishing.
• ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
buS 1010
introduction to business
buS 1111
Keyboarding 2
CAPP 1518
Windows 1
CAPP 1540
Word Processing
buS/CAPP/general education Credits
3
3
1
2
SECOND YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
buS 2105
elements of Accounting
buS 2250
Principles of Supervision
CAPP 1520
Spreadsheets
CAPP 1521
Advanced Spreadsheets
CAPP 1541
Advanced Word Processing
buS/CAPP/general education Credits
3
3
1
1
2
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
buS 1300
business Communications
buS 2155
integrated office Administration
buS 2160
machine transcription
CAPP 1530
Database
CAPP 1595
Computerized Accounting
buS/CAPP/general education Credits
3
2
3
1
3
General Education: 15 credits must be selected from at least
three of the following areas: Communications, math/logical
Reasoning, History/Social/behavioral Sciences, Humanities
and Fine Arts.
BUS/CAPP Electives: 6 credits to be selected with approval of
advisor.
A.A.S. Degree
Credits Required for Graduation:
60 Credits
Employment Opportunities:
this program prepares students for employment in
administrative support positions in word processing, banking,
advertising, public relations, government agencies, travel
bureaus, real estate and related office occupations of all kinds.
• LEGAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
A.A.S. Degree
Credits Required for Graduation:
60 Credits
Employment Opportunities:
this option is designed for those interested in employment in
administrative positions in an attorney’s office, courthouses, or
other legal facilities.
FIRST YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
buS 1105
business english
buS 1107
Records management
buS 1110
Keyboarding 1
CAPP 1560
Presentation graphics
buS/CAPP/general education Credits
3
2
2
1
FIRST YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
buS
buS
buS
buS
1105
1107
1110
1600
business english
Records management
Keyboarding 1
medical/legal terminology
3
2
2
2
CAREER PROGRAMS
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CAPP 1560
Presentation graphics
buS/CAPP/general education Credits
1
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
buS 1010
introduction to business
buS 1111
Keyboarding 2
CAPP 1518
Windows 1
CAPP 1540
Word Processing
buS/CAPP/general education Credits
3
3
1
2
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
AlHe 1600
medical terminology
buS 1105
business english
buS 1107
Records management
buS 1110
Keyboarding 1
CAPP 1560
Presentation graphics
buS/CAPP/general education Credits
2
3
2
2
1
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
SECOND YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
buS 2105
elements of Accounting
buS 2250
Principles of Supervision
CAPP 1520
Spreadsheets
CAPP 1521
Advanced Spreadsheets
CAPP 1541
Advanced Word Processing
buS/CAPP/general education Credits
3
3
1
1
2
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
buS 1230
legal environment of business
buS 1300
business Communications
buS 2155
integrated office Administration
buS 2160
machine transcription
CAPP 1530
Database
CAPP 1595
Computerized Accounting
buS/CAPP/general education Credits
3
3
2
3
1
3
General Education: 15 credits must be selected from at least
three of the following areas: Communications, math/logical
Reasoning, History/Social/behavioral Sciences, Humanities
and Fine Arts.
buS / CAPP electives: 1 credit to be selected from buS /
CAPP with approval of advisor.
• MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
A.A.S. Degree
Credits Required for Graduation:
FIRST YEAR
60 Credits
Employment Opportunities:
this option is designed for students who have a special interest
in employment in administrative positions in hospitals, clinics,
and other medical facilities.
buS 1010
introduction to business
buS 1111
Keyboarding 2
CAPP 1518
Windows 1
CAPP 1540
Word Processing
buS/CAPP/general education Credits
3
3
1
2
SECOND YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
buS 2105
elements of Accounting
buS 2250
Principles of Supervision
CAPP 1520
Spreadsheets
CAPP 1521
Advanced Spreadsheets
CAPP 1541
Advanced Word Processing
buS/CAPP/general education Credits
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
buS 1300
business Communications
buS 2155
integrated office Administration
buS 2160
machine transcription
CAPP 1530
Database
CAPP 1595
Computerized Accounting
buS/CAPP/general education Credits
3
2
3
1
3
General Education: 15 credits must be selected from at least
two of the following areas: Communications, math/logical
Reasoning, History/Social/behavioral Sciences,
Humanities/Fine Arts.
buS / CAPP electives: 4 credits to be selected from
buS/CAPP or general education with approval of advisor.
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3
3
1
1
2
• SECRETARY / RECEPTIONIST
Diploma
Credits Required for Graduation:
28 Credits
Employment Opportunities:
this program prepares students for employment in office
support positions in word processing, banking, advertising,
public relations, government agencies, travel bureaus, real
estate and related office occupations of all kinds.
Employment Opportunities:
the ever-expanding healthcare system affords the pharmacy
technician many employment opportunities. Among these
opportunities are community/retail pharmacies, hospital
pharmacies, cancer centers, home health care, infusion
centers, mail order pharmacies, research and other industrial
settings.
FIRST YEAR
FIRST YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
buS 1105
business english
buS 1107
Records management
buS 1110
Keyboarding 1
buS 2250
Principles of Supervision
CAPP 1520
Spreadsheets
CAPP 1521
Advanced Spreadsheets
CAPP 1560
Presentation graphics
buS/CAPP/general education Credits
3
2
2
3
1
1
1
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
buS 1111
Keyboarding 2
buS 1300
business Communications
CAPP 1518
Windows 1
CAPP 1530
Database
CAPP 1540
Word Processing
buS/CAPP/general education Credits
3
3
1
1
2
engl 1060
PHAR 1010
PHAR 1015
PHAR 1020
Freshman Composition
Pharmacy law and ethics
Fundamental Concepts of Pharmacy 1
Fundamental Pharmaceutical Calculations
3
3
5
4
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
AlHe 1600
biol 1201
CAPP 1510
PHAR 1030
PHAR 1035
medical terminology
integrated Anatomy and Physiology
Computer Applications
Principles of Pharmacy
Pharmacy medication technology
2
4
1
5
1
SUMMER SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
PHAR 1055
experiential 1 – Retail
3
SECOND YEAR
General Education: 3 credits from any general education area.
BUS/CAPP Electives: 2 credits to be selected with approval of
instructor.
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
A.A.S. Degree
Credits Required for Graduation:
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
60 Credits
Program Description:
the Pharmacy technician AAS degree program provides
graduates with enhanced potential for upward progression in
the field of pharmacy by providing the students with a general
education component for a well-rounded knowledge foundation.
the AAS degree also provides pharmacy practice applications in
institutional settings and sterile product processing. the AAS
degree program places an emphasis on pharmacy settings
beyond retail including hospital, third party payers, and industry.
Pharmacy technician students with the AAS degree will find
opportunities for advancement in the field of pharmacy
including areas of supervision and/or management.
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1120
emPl 2515
PHAR 2010
PSyC 1205
microbiology
employment Skills
Fundamental Concepts of Pharmacy 2
general Psychology
3
1
5
4
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
PHAR 1040
PHAR 2020
SPCH 1040
Pharmacotherapy of Disease Processes
Pharmacy Sterile Products lab
introduction to Communication
4
5
3
SUMMER SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
PHAR 2055
experiential 2 – Hospital
4
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SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC TECHNICIAN
Certificate
Credits Required for Graduation:
25 credits
Program Description:
the Solar Photovoltaic technician program will prepare students
to take the north American board of Certified energy
Practitioners (nAbCeP) certification of knowledge test. this
training and certification will provide the opportunity for
students to have the supervised entry level skills to install
solar energy equipment with a solar dealer/installer or other
solar industry company.
Employment Opportunities:
upon completion of the program, students will be able to work
with a PV contractor to estimate, layout and install and
troubleshoot PV systems. Students may also choose to enter
PV System sales.
Admission Requirements:
no prerequisites. Credit may be given for electrical experience
and related training. instructor approval required.
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
elm 1005
elm 1101
elm 1201
electrical math Applications
DC electrical theory and Applications
AC/DC electrical Circuits and Calculations
2
5
5
Employment Opportunities:
truck drivers and tractor-trailer jobs are forecasted to have a
13% increase in employment through 2018. Professional light
truck drivers and those in sales are said to have the second
highest increase in demand at 9% growth through 2018. As
economic growth occurs, there will be an increasing need for
trucking services nation-wide.
Admission Requirements:
Prior to the start of class, a valid driver’s license is required.
Students must also obtain a CDl Class A permit, a Department
of transportation physical, and be approved by the State of
minnesota Risk management Division by completing a
minnesota State Colleges and universities Student Vehicle use
Agreement, which will be given to students after registration.
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
CAPP 1510
CDl 1500
CDl 1510
CDl 1520
CDl 1530
Comm 1100
emPl 2515
HltH 1150
SHA 1561
Computer Applications
Commercial Drivers license Classroom
behind the Wheel training
Calculations for Commercial trucking
Hazard material training for transportation
Professional & Personal Communications
employment Skills
Wellness
mSHA new miner
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
elm 1301
elm 2401
elm 2402
Residential Wiring & Code 1
Photovoltaic Systems theory and Design
Photovoltaic Systems installation,
maintenance and troubleshooting
5
4
4
Note: elm 1005, elm 1101 and elm 1201 must be taken
prior to elm 2401 and elm 2402.
TRUCK DRIVING
Certificate
Credits Required for Graduation:
16 Credits
Program Description:
this certificate program will cover rules and regulations of the
Federal motor Carrier Administration. the program includes
classroom education, behind the wheel training, and general
education classes suited towards the trucking industry.
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1
4
1
2
1
3
1
2
1
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ONLINE LEARNING AT HCC
interested in taking an online course at Hibbing Community College?
Hibbing Community College offers a variety of accredited online courses over the
internet, providing learning opportunities for those who cannot attend classes on
campus, students who work full time, have family obligations, small children, or other
responsibilities.
using a computer and an internet connection, students can work towards a college
degree in a virtual classroom, anytime and anywhere. Hibbing Community College's wellqualified and dedicated faculty brings their exceptional courses to you through online
education. online courses have the same outcomes and course objectives as Hibbing
Community College's face-to-face courses and are fully accredited. most are
transferable to other colleges and universities.
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IS ONLINE LEARNING FOR YOU?
Does your lifestyle (family, work or personal schedule) make it
difficult for you to attend courses during the day? Do you
manage your time efficiently and often complete assignments
before the due date? Do you enjoy the challenge of working on
your own? Are you self-motivated and self-disciplined?
the marvel of online courses, available 24/7 for the learner’s
convenience, allows learners to be in control as never before.
Students decide when to study, when to participate, and when
to undertake assignments
ultimately, the best-designed, most learner-centered course can
only go so far in creating an environment that will motivate,
engage, and sustain the learner -- because the nature of the
process demands an assertive, ambitious, self-directed
student.
• Can I start/finish an online course anytime?
no. online courses begin at the start of a semester and end on
the same day as the face-to-face classes.
• Will I need an email account for my online class?
yes. An e-mail account is required when taking an online class.
you may sign up for a free email account at sites such as
yahoo! mail or Hotmail.
• Do I need a computer and Internet access (an ISP, Internet
Service Provider) to take an online class?
yes. you will need to have access to a computer and the
internet. if you do not have a computer and the internet, you
may want to use a campus computer, library computer, or a
relative's computer. Always check the course syllabus. Some
instructors ask that you log in more frequently than others. to
have a successful online experience you will need to access
your course on a regular basis.
Some points for you to consider as an online student:
• Some students prefer the independence of online learning;
others find it uncomfortable.
• online learning courses give you greater freedom to
schedule your work, but they also require more self-discipline.
• Some people learn best by personally interacting with other
students, but online courses do not afford as much
opportunity for this type of interaction.
• online learning courses require you to work from written
directions, without face-to-face explanations by the instructor.
• online courses require at least as much time as attending
classes and completing assignments for campus courses.
• online courses use technology for teaching and
communication. you will need to be comfortable with such
computer techniques as uploading and downloading your
assignments.
• Some online courses require occasional trips to campus for
orientation and exams.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
• How much computer and Internet experience do I need to
learn this way?
you need basic computer skills and knowledge of computer
operations. Knowledge of downloading files, how to use e-mail,
and word processing software are extremely helpful.
• Do I have to do something special to access the Internet?
you will need to establish an account with an internet Service
Provider. Check your local telephone book for a listing of
internet Service Providers.
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What type of computer do I need to take an online class?
Windows 9X or higher operating System
200 mHz or faster processor
64mb or more of RAm
4X or higher CD-Rom drive
28.8kbps or higher modem
Color monitor
internet connection
if you are using a mac, oS9 or higher it is suggested that you
use internet explorer 6 or higher for your browser. this can
be downloaded on the internet explorer Web site.
• How do I buy my books?
books may be purchased in the HCC bookstore or online via the
website www.hibbing.edu or by contacting the bookstore for
mail delivery.
• Is there a counselor or advisor who can help me with
questions?
yes, please contact our online counselor at 218-262-6752 or 1800-224-4422 ext. 6752.
• Are online courses self paced?
the instructor determines how to structure their course. Check
the course syllabus for full details. most courses follow the
semester with assignment due dates, test dates, etc. as noted
by the instructor.
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ONLINE PROGRAM OFFERINGS
MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
– ONLINE
A.A.S. Degree
Credits Required for Graduation:
68 credits
Program Description:
Students in the medical laboratory technician program prepare
to work in hospital and clinical laboratories. Coursework
includes theories and practical applications of microbiology,
hematology, immunology, clinical chemistry and phlebotomy.
upon completion of the program’s classroom phase, students
spend 24 weeks in a clinical internship at an approved hospital
/ clinic. every effort is made to arrange this internship
experience immediately following the completion of the
student’s second year, but students should be aware that a
deferred or waiting list may have to be established if the
number of eligible students exceeds the number of approved
clinical training sites.
Employment Opportunities:
the need for medical laboratory technicians is growing faster
than there are qualified people to fill these jobs. Hospitals,
clinics, public health facilities, business and industry all
currently have positions open for qualified laboratory
professionals. the employment outlook promises to continue
to be strong, as there is a shortage of medical laboratory
technicians nationwide.
Admission Requirement:
High school graduation; qualifying scores on math placement
exams or demonstration of math competency (Completion of
mAtH 0971 beginning Algebra with a C or better.) State law
requires that any person who provides services that involve
direct contact with patients and residents at a minnesota
licenses health care facility have a background study conducted
by the State of minnesota. An individual who is disqualified
from having direct patient contact as a result of the background
study, and whose disqualification is not set aside by the
Commissioner of Health, will not be permitted to participate in
a clinical internship.
A record of physical examination must be submitted before final
enrollment.
State law requires that any person who provides services that
involve direct contact with patients and residents at a
minnesota licensed health care facility have a background study
conducted by the State. An individual who is disqualified from
having direct patient contact as a result of the background
study, and whose disqualification is not set aside by the
Commissioner of Health, will not be permitted to participate in
a clinical placement in a licensed health care facility. Failure to
participate in clinical placement required by this program will
result in ineligibility to qualify for a degree, diploma, and
certificate and will be withdrawn from the program.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
• Is the program accredited?
yes, the program is fully accredited by the national Accrediting
Agency for Clinical laboratory Sciences.
• Do you accept students from outside Minnesota?
yes.
• Are courses self-paced?
no. All courses are instructor-led and, although the online
delivery offers a great deal of flexibility in terms of when the
student logs on to the courses, there are weekly schedules to
follow and due dates for assignments and tests.
• I have an unpredictable work schedule. Will I have to be
online at a specific time and day?
no. All communication within the mlt courses is asynchronous,
that is, by message centers and email. Students (and the
instructor) can log on and participate when it is most
convenient for them.
• I have already earned credits at another college. Will those
credits transfer?
Credits earned at accredited colleges and universities usually
transfer. you will need to submit an official transcript and it will
be evaluated by a transfer specialist in the counseling office.
• I understand that the MLT courses are all online. What
about the general education and support courses?
All of the course requirements for the mlt program are offered
online. you can choose to take your general education and
science courses at your local college.
• How long does it take to complete the program?
the program can be completed in 3 years by attending full-time.
• How often will I have to go to campus?
on average, about once a month, usually on Friday evenings
and all day Saturday. these labs will be scheduled well in
advance to help schedule your busy lives.
• What about tests? Won’t I have to go to campus to take
tests?
Sometimes. Some tests will be taken online, others will be
taken during the scheduled weekend labs.
• How often do classes start?
Classes start every summer.
• When should I apply?
the sooner the better. Class size is limited and to assure
yourself a spot, apply early.
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SECOND YEAR
• What must be done before I can begin the program?
You must:
• Apply to the college
• Submit official transcripts
• Have a physical exam
• Provide documentation of immunizations
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
mlt 1424
mlt 2424
• When will I start my clinical practicum?
After successfully completing all program courses, you will
begin a 20-24 week clinical practicum with an affiliated clinic or
hospital. Clinical practicum placement depends on the site’s
willingness and capacity to accommodate students.
• Am I guaranteed placement in the clinical affiliate of my
choice?
no. the program will attempt to place you in an affiliate of your
choice, but this cannot be guaranteed. Academic performance,
clinical aptitudes, and effective attitudes are all considered in
determining which students have first choice of clinical sites. A
deferred or waiting list may be established if the clinical site
you choose is not open or available.
MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
– ONLINE
A.A.S. Degree
Credits Required for Graduation:
68 credits
SUMMER SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
AlHe 1600
CAPP 1510
mlt 1408
mlt 1422
medical terminology
Computer Applications
introduction to the medical
laboratory
laboratory techniques
2
1
medical microbiology 1
medical microbiology 2
4
4
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
emPl 2515
mlt 2435
SPCH 1040
employment Skills
urinalysis & body Fluids Analysis
introduction to Communication
THIRD YEAR
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
mlt 1412
mlt 1432
Hematology 1
Hematology 2
3
3
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
biol 1050
biol 1250
PSyC 1010
Human biology
Human Anatomy & Physiology 1
Psychology of Adjustment
mlt
mlt
mlt
mlt
2480
2485
2490
2495
Clinical Practicum 1
Clinical Practicum 2
mlt Seminar 1
mlt Seminar 2
7
7
1
1
1
3
FALL SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
Clinical Chemistry 1
Clinical Chemistry 2
Clinical Chemistry 3
2
2
2
SPRING SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
mlt 1445
mlt 2455
mlt 2465
immunology
immunohematology 1
immunohematology 2
3
2
2
SUMMER SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
Any 3-credit course from the first 6 goal areas of the mntC
transfer curriculum.
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3
4
2
SUMMER SEMESTER
Course
#
Course Title
Credits
__________________________________________________
FIRST YEAR
mlt 1425
mlt 2445
mlt 2448
1
2
3
COURSE
DeSCRiPtionS
Courses offered by Hibbing Community College are described in this section. one-time
course offerings (workshops and mini-classes) are not included.
Prerequisites for some courses have been established to ensure that students have an
adequate background for those courses.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
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ALLIED HEALTH
ART
ALHE 1500 INTRODUCTION TO NURSING
ART 1010 INTRODUCTION TO ART
(Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide)
Credits: 3
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: none.
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal areas: (6)Humanities & Fine Arts, Area A and
(8)global Perspective.
introduction to nursing (nursing Assistant / Home Health Aide)
students work directly under the supervision of a registered
nurse to become familiar with the duties and responsibilities of
a nursing assistant and home health aide. they learn to
provide services contributing to the welfare of patients in a
hospital, nursing home, or private setting. the course includes
classroom theory and testing as well as instruction in how to
assist patients with hygiene, feeding, skin care, bed making,
movement and other general assistance. Clinical experience
at a local nursing home is required. nursing AlHe 1500 is a
prerequisite to HCC’s nursing program as well as many other
school’s nursing programs.
introduction to Art is designed to give students an intellectual
base to approach the visual arts. the lecture portion of the
course introduces students to the language of visual
experience, explores the nature of art, its purpose, and
function, and provides a historical overview of art. the lab
portion of the course introduces students to a variety of media
and studio processes.
ART 1050 DRAWING 1
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
ALHE 1600 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
MNTC goal areas: (6)Humanities & Fine Arts, Area b.
Credits: 2
Drawing 1 introduces students to drawing through the study of
fundamental concepts of visual form. this study is grounded in
the discipline of traditional media and techniques. Aesthetics
and discussion of form and content in student work are parts
of this course.
Prerequisites: none.
medical terminology introduces students to the specialized
vocabulary which will be used in any medical profession. this
course is for any student who will be writing, reading, charting,
transcribing, or studying any field in the medical profession.
ART 1060 DRAWING 2
Credits: 3
ANTHROPOLOGY
Prerequisites: ARt 1050.
MNTC goal areas: (6)Humanities & Fine Arts, Area b.
ANTH 1010 CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY
Prerequisites: College-level reading ability required.
Drawing 2 emphasizes the development of creative expression
utilizing several media. Aesthetics and discussion of form and
content in student work are parts of this course.
MNTC goal areas: (5)History/Social/behavioral Sciences,
(8)global Perspective
ART 1070 PRINCIPLES OF PRINTMAKING
Credits: 3
Cultural Anthropology is an introduction to the concepts,
theories, methods, and practices of cultural anthropology.
Human behavior will be examined by looking at cultural
variations in kinship, family life, marriage customs, religious
beliefs and practices, food production, economic organization,
and political systems, among other topics. Special attention
will be given to American indian, African, and Southeast Asian
cultures.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: ARt 1050 or consent of the instructor.
MNTC goal areas: (6)Humanities & Fine Arts, Area b.
Principles of Printmaking will provide students with the
fundamental understandings of a variety of image transfer
processes. Students will investigate the nuances and
techniques associated with relief printmaking through woodcut
and monoprinting and the qualities of intaglio or etching
processes. Production will be primarily in black and white.
Students will experiment with the monoprinting techniques of
chine colle’, Xerox transfer and inked objects. Specific
instruction in print registration and techniques of editions and
print aesthetics will be explored.
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ART 1120 2-D DESIGN
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
course will highlight and centralize projects on the hand-building
applications of ceramics construction. Aesthetic analysis of
form and content are discussed as it relates to student work
and historical ceramics.
MNTC goal areas: (6)Humanities & Fine Arts, Area b.
2-D Design introduces students to the underlying structure of
visual form in two dimensional design. A variety of techniques,
tools, and materials will be used to investigate the elements
and principles of design.
ART 1210 PAINTING
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: ARt 1050 or consent of the instructor.
MNTC goal areas: (6)Humanities & Fine Arts, Area b.
Painting is an introduction to creative and technical problems in
oil painting. traditional and experimental techniques are
emphasized. Representation, abstraction, and non
representational work are stressed.
ART 1490 ART HISTORY – PREHISTORY - GOTHIC
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal areas: (6)Humanities & Fine Arts, Area A; (8) global
Pespective.
Art History: Prehistory - gothic is a survey of global art history.
Development of eastern and Western art and architecture from
Prehistory through gothic Art is examined as well as the role of
the artist. Aesthetic analysis of form and content are discussed
as it relates to student work and historical ceramics.
ART 1800 The Art of Photography
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none. Students must have access to a digital
camera with manual control feature for focus, aperture, and
shutter speed.
MNTC goal areas: (6)Humanities & Fine Arts, Area b and
(7)Human Diversity.
the Art of Photography is divided into two phases: Phase one
is devoted to the history and evolution of the photograph and
emphasis is placed on the early masters. Students will analyze
and critique photographic art through specific design concepts
and a structure-based aesthetic process. Critical analysis of
photographic images will develop an intellectual base to
respond to and create significant photographic images. Phase
two introduces the tools, mechanics, and techniques required
to produce and edit digital photographs. Focus will be placed on
the digital camera and computer photo editing. technical
procedures will be presented in a “hands-on and how-to” style
that will ensure successful compositions and images. We will
not take pictures; we will make them. Students will produce a
final photographic image that will be exhibited in the Student
gallery.
ART 2010 SCULPTURE
Credits: 3
ART 1500 ART HISTORY – RENAISSANCE - PRESENT
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal areas: (6)Humanities & Fine Arts, Area b.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal areas: (6)Humanities & Fine Arts, Area A and
(8)global Perspective.
Art History – Renaissance - Present is a survey of global art
history. Development of eastern and Western art and
architecture from the early Renaissance through the present
day is introduced. the role of the artist is also examined.
Sculpture explores visual expression through three dimensional
form. methods of construction include additive, subtractive,
substitution, assemblage, kinetic, and sight specific concepts.
ART 2020 INTRODUCTION TO METAL SCULPTURE
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal areas: (6)Humanities & Fine Arts, Area b.
ART 1600 CERAMICS – HAND-BUILDING
Credits: 3
introduction to metal Sculpture explores the technical aspects
of welding steel and the visual problem-solving skills
associated with art projects.
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal area: (6)Humanities & Fine Arts, Area b
Ceramics - Hand-building students work with pinch, coil, slab,
and mold making-methods of construction. Surface decoration
techniques include slip, engobe, and glaze. the content of the
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ART 2120 3-D DESIGN
ART 2901 ADVANCED STUDIO
Credits: 3
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: ARt 1120 or consent of the instructor.
Prerequisites: 2nd year AFA candidate, ARt 2900 or
concurrent enrollment, or consent of instructor.
MNTC goal areas: (6)Humanities & Fine Arts, Area b.
3-D Design will provide a foundation in the fundamentals of
three-dimensional design. this course is a continuation of the
visual structures discussed in 2-D Design and allows further
investigation into the specific concepts of form/volume, space,
texture, light and time as they relate to the sequence of
projects for the course. in addition to learning the qualities and
expressive nature of materials, students will be challenged to
develop critical thinking and problem solving skills with
development of their individual style and awareness of visual
content.
in Advanced Studio ARt 2901, students will focus on
developing specific studio research and techniques that relate
to their AFA exhibition. this may include techniques in
sculpture, ceramics, painting, and drawing. this course will
support the culminating studio courses leading up to Art 2900,
and allow students to remain in a studio environment while
completing Art 2900, and preparing AFA exhibition. this course
may be repeated one time as elective credit.
ASTRONOMY
ART 2600 CERAMICS: WHEEL-THROWING
ASTR 1050 SOLAR SYSTEM ASTRONOMY
Credits: 3
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal areas: (6)Humanities & Fine Arts, Area b.
Ceramics: Wheel-throwing focuses exclusively on the
applications and methods of wheel throwing as it pertains to
utilitarian objects and sculptural vessels. Students will explore
a variety of techniques and projects that will challenge them to
consider the quality of handmade objects designed for daily use
and the vessel as it relates to craft and art. this course can be
repeated twice for elective credits.
ART 2900 PORTFOLIO CREATION
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal areas: (3)natural Science.
Solar System Astronomy is an introductory astronomy course
investigating humankind’s earliest view of the cosmos from a
historical perspective, examining in detail the objects in the
Solar System as shown by recent discoveries. it includes
laboratories investigating some of the constellations of the sky
and other labs related to the planets.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN
Prerequisites: Art 1450, Art 1050, or Art 1210, or consent of
instructor.
ASES 1010 BRAKES
Portfolio Creation will focus on documenting art work produced
in studio arts courses. the course will allow students currently
taking an art class or students who have taken an art class to
photographically document their work. in documenting their
work students will learn photography skills that will highlight the
materials, forms, and nuances of the artwork. two- and threedimensional works will be photographed using a variety of
lighting and staging methods. Students will be required to write
an artist statement that articulates their decision-making
processes and describes the formal nature of their artwork.
the writing and photo documentation will establish the
student’s research and prepare them for application processes
for bFA programs, artist in residence programs and internships.
All students will install an exhibition of their work in an HCC
exhibition space and online in a blog, personal website, or
collaborative artist website.
Prerequisites: none.
Credits: 2
brakes covers basic principles of brakes, hydraulic system
basics, disc and drum brakes, parking brakes and power assist
units. Rear wheel anti-lock systems are also covered.
emphasis is placed on operation, diagnosis and repair of
various types of braking systems.
ASES 1011 STEERING AND SUSPENSION
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: none.
Steering and Suspension covers the complete suspension and
steering system. this includes theory of operation and service
of the many different types of steering and suspension
systems. Also, the theory of wheel alignment, pre-alignment
inspection, and alignment and correction of vehicle problems
are covered.
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ASES 1012 Manual Transmission and Drivelines
Credits: 3
practices and concepts. Shop safety will be stressed.
Automotive maintenance will be introduced.
Prerequisites: none.
manual transmission and Drivelines covers the designs, power
flow, inspection, diagnosis, and overhaul of manual
transmissions, transaxles, drivelines, and differentials.
ASES 1014 ENGINE REBUILDING
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: none.
engine Rebuilding covers basic engine theory and construction,
part identification, along with measuring and testing engine
components. the reconditioning of cylinders and other
machine procedures are approached. Also, the testing and
rebuilding of cylinder heads are covered.
ASES 1015 STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEMS
Credits: 3
ASES 1021 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: instructor approval.
Automatic transmission/transaxle covers the operation,
diagnosis and repair of automotive automatic transmissions
and transaxles. topics include internal components and
operation, power flow through the unit, and overhaul.
ASES 1022 FOUR-WHEEL/ALL- WHEEL DRIVE
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: instructor approval.
Four-Wheel/All-Wheel Drive explains operation, diagnosis and
repair of components used in four wheel drive/all wheel drive
systems. topics include transfer cases, power transfer units,
and axle disconnects.
Prerequisites: ASeS 1013 or instructor approval.
Starting and Charging Systems covers the theory and operation
of starting motors and alternators. this includes the
identification of components and electrical circuits used in
starting and charging systems. the student services, repairs,
and tests these components.
ASES 1016 FUEL AND EMISSION SYSTEMS
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: ASeS 1013 or instructor approval.
Fuel and emission Systems covers the operation, diagnosis,
and repair of the automotive fuel system. Fuel injection is
introduced. theory, design, diagnosis and service of the
vehicles emission system are included.
ASES 1018 AUTOMOTIVE MATH APPLICATIONS
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
Automotive math Applications offers a problem-solving
approach to math applications used by automotive technicians.
these applications employ basic mathematical principles, direct
and computed measurements, gear and pulley applications,
formula solution, and geometric fundamentals.
ASES 1020 GENERAL SERVICE SHOP
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: instructor approval.
ASES 1023 BASIC ELECTRICITY AND IGNITION
SYSTEMS
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: none
basic electricity and ignition Systems covers the theory of
electricity and its automotive application. this will include the
basic electrical system, theory of operation, and
troubleshooting. the ignition system, primary and secondary,
will also be covered.
ASES 1024 AUTOMOTIVE HEAT / AIR CONDITIONING
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: instructor approval.
Automotive Heat / Air Conditioning covers theory, operation,
diagnosis and repair of automotive climate control systems.
topics include heating, air conditioning, controls, and electrical
circuits.
ASES 2010 ANTILOCK BRAKES/TRACTION CONTROL
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: ASeS 1010 or instructor approval.
the Antilock brake and traction Control course covers
operation, diagnosis and repair of antilock brakes and traction
control systems currently found in industry. two systems, teves
mark iV and Delco AbS Vi, are covered in depth using school
supplied vehicles for hands on applications.
general Service Shop introduces the student to basic shop
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ASES 2013 AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
Credits: 3
ASES 2022 TRANSMISSION & TRANSFER CASE
CONTROLS
Prerequisites: ASeS 1013 or instructor approval.
Credits: 2
the Automotive electrical Accessories course covers operation,
diagnosis and repair of various electrically operated
accessories found on automobiles. topics include lighting,
windshield wipers and washers, power windows and locks,
inflatable restraints, and body controllers.
Prerequisites: instructor approval.
ASES 2014 CUSTOMER AUTO 1
transmission & transfer Case Controls covers the interaction
between a electronic controller and the operation of the
automatic transmission and the 4x4 transfer case. theory of
operation and proper diagnostic procedures are included. use
of the scan-tool and digital lab scope to assist in proper
diagnosis will also be covered.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: instructor approval.
the Customer Auto 1 course allows the student to work in a
supervised shop environment on vehicles that have been
scheduled for actual repairs. the course is designed to
increase skills needed for an entry level position in the
automotive technology repair field.
ASES 2015 CUSTOMER AUTO 2
Credits: 3
ASES 2026
Credits:
ADVANCED ENGINE PERFORMANCE
4
Prerequisites: instructor approval.
Advanced engine Performance course expands upon the
knowledge learned in ASeS 2027(Auto Computers). obDii (on
board Diagnostic 2nd generation) operation and program logic
will be covered. Diagnosis and repair of driveability problems
associated with obD ii systems will be taught in this course.
Practical exercises on school vehicles reinforce learned
knowledge with hands-on experience.
Prerequisites: instructor approval.
the Customer Auto 2 course allows the student to work in a
supervised shop environment on vehicles that have been
scheduled for actual repairs. the course is designed to
increase skills needed for an entry level position in the
automotive technology repair field.
ASES 2018 SHOP MANAGEMENT / SUPERVISION
ASES 2027 AUTOMOTIVE COMPUTERS
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: instructor approval.
Automotive Computers covers the operation and diagnosis of
the engine control computer. the operation and diagnosis of
the inputs and outputs used on Ford, gm, and Daimler Chrysler
are stressed.
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: instructor approval.
Shop management / Supervision introduces concepts and
business practices used in the managing or supervising in the
automotive field. topics include customer and employee
relations, productivity monitoring, estimate construction, and
repair order writing.
ASES 2020 ADVANCED IGNITION SYSTEMS
Credits:
2
Prerequisites: instructor approval.
Advanced ignition Systems covers the ignition systems that are
not distributor based. the systems taught will be ei (electronic
ignition) and the CoP (coil on plug) system. theory of operation
and the proper diagnostic and repair procedures will be
covered.
BIOLOGY
BIOL 1001 INTRODUCTION TO BIOLOGY
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
introduction to biology is an introduction to the basic
characteristics, processes, and techniques common to the
study of biological sciences. major topics include: basic cell
biology, the chemistry of life, genetics, human organ systems,
and an introduction to laboratory techniques and research. this
class is intended for anyone interested in future courses or
currently taking a college biology course and students who are
part of a health careers learning community.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
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BIOL 1050 HUMAN BIOLOGY
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal areas: (3)natural Science and (10)People and
environment.
Human biology is a course in modern biology intended for non
majors. major topics include genetics and inherited traits,
ecology and evolution, human physiology and development,
adaptation, and interactions involved in natural systems.
Human biology is centered on relevant concepts affecting
humans.
control mechanisms of physiology in these systems. this
course is intended for students in health-related fields as well
as liberal arts students.
BIOL 1260 HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 2
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal area:(3)natural Science.
Credits: 3
Human Anatomy and Physiology is the study of organ systems
and tissues of the human body. Systems included are the
integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine.
Focus is on structures and the integrated control mechanisms
of physiology in these systems. this course is intended for
students in health-related fields as well as liberal arts students.
Prerequisites: Previous course work in biology strongly
recommended.
BIOL 1510 GENERAL BIOLOGY OF CELLS
MNTC goal areas: (3)natural Science.
Credits: 5
microbiology includes the classification, structure, and function
of bacteria and other microorganisms. Pathogenic organisms
and the application of sterilization and disinfection are
included. basic laboratory techniques involved in microbiology,
the structure and function of the cell, the preparation and
sterilization of nutrient material, identification of microbes, and
other tests with microorganisms are also included. microbiology
is intended for anyone interested in further life science or
health science studies as well as liberal arts studies.
Prerequisites: College level reading.
BIOL 1201 INTEGRATED ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
BIOL 1520 GENERAL BIOLOGY OF ANIMALS & PLANTS
BIOL 1120 MICROBIOLOGY
Credits: 4
MNTC goal area:(3)natural Science.
general biology of Cells is one of two general biology courses.
this course is designed for any student preparing for further
study in life science or health science. it stresses cellular
structures and functions with emphasis upon the chemical
agents of cellular respiration, photosynthesis, protein synthesis,
and genetics as well as the basis of ecology and evolution.
Previous course work in chemistry is helpful.
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: none.
Prerequisites: College-level reading.
MNTC goal areas: (3)natural Science.
MNTC goal area:(3)natural Science, (10) People and the
environment.
integrated Anatomy and Physiology is the study of organ
systems and tissues of the human body. Systems included are
the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine,
cardiovascular, respiratory, lymphatic, digestive, urinary, and
reproductive. Focus is on structures and the integrated control
mechanisms of physiology in these systems. this course is
intended for students in medical coding or related fields.
BIOL 1250 HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 1
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: none.
general biology of Animals & Plants is one of two general
biology courses. morphology, physiology, taxonomy, natural
history, evolution and ecology of animals and plants are
stressed. general biology of Animals & Plants is intended for
students planning further studies in biology or in medicallyrelated fields as well as liberal arts students.
BIOL 2140 HUMAN ANATOMY
Credits: 4
MNTC goal area:(3)natural Science.
Prerequisites: College level reading and previous college level
biology or medical terminology recommended.
Human Anatomy and Physiology is the study of organ systems
and tissues of the human body. Systems included are the
cardiovascular, respiratory, lymphatic, digestive, urinary, and
reproductive. the focus is on structure and the integrated
Human Anatomy is the study of organ systems and tissues of
the human body. Systems included are the integumentary,
skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular,
lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive.
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Focus is on structures and their relationships in these systems.
this course is intended for students in health-related fields as
well as liberal arts students.
BIOL 2151 HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: biol 2140 recommended.
MNTC goal area:(3)natural Science.
Human Physiology is the study of organ systems and tissues of
the human body. Systems included are the cardiovascular,
respiratory, lymphatic, digestive, urinary, and reproductive. the
focus is on the endocrine, nervous, and integrated control
mechanisms of physiology in these systems. this course is
intended for practical nurses enrolled in the associate degree
nursing program and students in health-related careers.
BIOL 2201 ECOLOGY AND FIELD BIOLOGY
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: biol 1520, CHem 1610 or instructor’s consent.
ecology and Field biology emphasizes a functional approach to
ecosystems and explores population dynamics and interactions
between and among populations. Community structure and
function compare terrestrial and freshwater ecosystems. Field
techniques are applied to these concepts of ecology.
BIOL 2251 LIMNOLOGY
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: biol 1520, CHem 1610 or instructor’s consent.
MNTC goal area:(3)natural Science, (10) People and the
environment.
limnology is an investigation of lakes and streams as
representative freshwater habitats. the emphasis is on
biological factors and their interaction with the physical and
chemical aspects of aquatic systems. methods of sampling
and analyzing water and aquatic organisms are used to explore
these functional relationships.
BUS 1105 BUSINESS ENGLISH
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Satisfactory performance on english placement
examination or completion of engl 0900 with a grade of "C" or
higher.
business english provides a summarization of basic english
and business communication skills through reinforcement of
grammar usage, business vocabulary, spelling, punctuation,
listening, and reading. the course increases the student's
written and oral skills and increases the probability for success
in the business world. this course is valuable to anyone with
the need to communicate more effectively in today's changing
society.
BUS 1107 RECORDS AND INFORMATION
MANAGEMENT
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
Records and information management provides an overview to
records and information management (Rim). the basics for
both manual filing and electronic records management are
addressed through the use of alphabetic, numeric, geographic,
subject, and chronological filing. Simulations are provided for
the filing of non-electronic records, electronic information
management, and network based records management.
BUS 1110 KEYBOARDING 1
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
Keyboarding 1 introduces and develops basic keyboarding
skills. Students learn the correct placement of the letters on a
standard keyboard and are introduced to computerized word
processing. this course is highly recommended for any student
who has minimal or no previous computerized keyboarding
skills.
BUS 1111 KEYBOARDING 2
Credits: 3
BUSINESS/OFFICE ADMINISTRATION
BUS 1010 INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
introduction to business is an overview of the business field.
this course gives non-business majors an overall
understanding of business and it gives business majors the
foundation for the study of business by studying management,
marketing, business ownership, unions, and quality.
Prerequisites: buS 1110.
Keyboarding 2 is a continuation of Keyboarding 1. the course is
designed for students who will be processing a large volume of
information using the computer. the course prepares the
student for the office by implementing advanced keyboarding
simulations, applying additional functions keys, creating special
documents, and mastering the 10-key pad using the touch
method.
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BUS 1230 LEGAL ENVIRONMENT OF BUSINESS
BUS 1300 BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS
Credits: 3
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
Prerequisites: buS 1105 or engl 1060 is strongly
recommended. Keyboarding skills advisable.
legal environment of business examines business ethics,
international trade, courts, litigation, agency, torts, contracts,
sales, product liability, employment agreement, real property,
antitrust laws, and consumer protection. this course is
intended for all business administration, accounting, and
economics majors.
BUS 1245 INTEGRATED MARKETING
COMMUNICATIONS
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
integrated marketing Communications covers the management
concept that is designed to make all aspects of marketing
communication such as advertising, sales promotion, public
relations, and personal selling work together as a unified force,
rather than permitting each to work in isolation
BUS 1286 DEVELOPING AND WRITING THE
BUSINESS PLAN
Credits: 2
business Communications focuses on giving students the
ability to communicate effectively through written and oral
channels. the course demonstrates what does and does not
work in the real business world. topics of discussion and
application include ethics in business, international and crosscultural communication, legal aspects, current technology,
correspondence preparation, collaborative writing, proposal and
report writing, oral and nonverbal communication, and
employment communication. the student will learn direct and
indirect plans for writing positive, neutral, negative, persuasive,
and goodwill messages.
BUS 1600 LEGAL TERMINOLOGY
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: College level reading ability.
legal terminology introduces students to the specialized
vocabulary which will be used in any legal profession. this
course is for any student who will be writing, reading, charting,
transcribing, or studying any field of law. Students select
between the legal concentrations.
Prerequisites: none.
Developing and Writing the business Plan is an intensive,
structured course in developing and writing a business plan. it
is designed to teach students the information and skills you
need to plan a business startup, or stabilize and/or expand an
existing business. it provides information and skills in four
basic elements of business planning. Combined, these four
elements will provide a process and structure to complete a
well thought out and thorough business plan.
BUS 1290 PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES OF
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
BUS 2104 BUSINESS MATHEMATICS
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: math 0921 or Placement Score.
business mathematics will provide business students with the
understanding and skills necessary to perform the math
functions involved in the operation of a business. topic will
include markups, discounts, payroll, interest, financial
statements, ratio analysis, inventory, descriptive statistics, and
statistical process control.
Credits: 3
BUS 2105 ELEMENTS OF ACCOUNTING
Prerequisites: none.
Credits: 3
Principles and Practices of entrepreneurship will guide students
thorough the process of starting and operating a small
business. topics will include creating a new business vs.
purchasing an existing business, Franchising, location, legal
forms of ownership, Promotion, Staffing, vendor selection,
financing, and planning for growth.
Prerequisites: mAtH 0921 or placement exam.
elements of Accounting provides an introduction to accounting
terms, concepts, and procedures. the course focuses upon the
complete accounting cycle for a small service business and a
merchandising business. the course prepares students for
employment in bookkeeping and office administration positions,
and may be used as a first accounting course for business
administration and accounting majors.
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BUS 2155 OFFICE ADMINISTRATION PRACTICES
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
Secretarial Practice is designed to prepare the competent,
resourceful administrative support staff sought by employers.
through the use of office simulations, students handle the
most common work assignments encountered on the job. this
course provides students with the attitudes and decisionmaking skills needed to adapt their knowledge and abilities to
varied situations encountered in business settings.
managerial accounting concepts and principles, job order cost
systems, process cost systems, cost volume profit analysis,
budgeting, differential analysis, and product pricing.
BUS 2250 PRINCIPLES OF SUPERVISION
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
Supervision teaches the knowledge and skills needed to be
successful as the frontline leader.
BUS 2255 MARKET RESEARCH
BUS 2160 MACHINE TRANSCRIPTION
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: buS 1110.
machine transcription gives the students the ability to
transcribe dictated material into mailable documents. the
course is a comprehensive review of keyboarding, language,
communication, and other computer skills. the course is for
any person seeking employment in the office administration
field.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
market Research gives students the skills and knowledge
needed to determine the scope of the research, determine the
sample size, create the instrument, determine collection
methodology, and collect and analyze secondary and primary
data.
BUS 2500 PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING
BUS 2210 PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
Project management will focus on the application of knowledge,
skills, tools, and techniques to customer driven project
activities. Students will analyze the competing demands of
scope, time, cost, risk, and quality for projects while studying
the process stages of initiating, planning, executing, controlling,
and closing of a project.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
Principles of marketing is a foundational course in the study of
business. this course introduces students to marketing terms,
concepts, and principles. Students learn how to identify target
markets and develop market strategies to meet the needs of
local, national and international markets. Students in this
course will develop a marketing plan.
BUS 2510 PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT
BUS 2230 PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING 1
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: mAtH 1020.
Principles of Accounting 1 examines accounting principles and
practices, the accounting cycle, inventories, accounting
systems, cash, receivables, temporary investments, plant
assets, intangible assets, payroll, notes payable, accounting
concepts, and partnerships. this course is intended for all
accounting, business administration, and economics majors.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
Principles of management studies the people, principles and
practices of management in the 19th and 20th centuries, and
also looks at the present trends in management. the course
investigates the early managerial theorists, whose principles
helped develop the tayloristic styles of management prevalent
in American organizations throughout most of the last century
and traces the managerial revolution through today’s learning
organizations.
BUS 2240 PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING 2
Credits: 4
Prerequisite: buS 2230.
Principles of Accounting 2 examines corporations, rights of
stockholders, long-term liabilities, investments in bonds and
stocks, statement of cash flows, financial statement analysis,
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CHEMISTRY
CHEM 1020 INTRODUCTION TO CHEMISTRY
CHEM 1611 GENERAL CHEMISTRY 2
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: CHem 1610.
Credits: 4
MNTC goal areas: (3)natural Science.
Prerequisites: mAtH 0971 or equivalent.
MNTC goal area: (3)natural Science.
introduction to Chemistry is meant for students who have never
taken a chemistry course. topics include measurement,
energy, atomic structure, chemical bonds, chemical re¬actions,
stoichiometry, nuclear chemistry, gases, solutions, acids and
bases and organic chemistry. introduction to Chemistry is
intended for non-science majors and may serve as a
prerequisite for general Chemistry. general Chemistry 1
(CHem 1610) may not be taken for credit if the student has
already completed CHem 1300 or equivalent.
general Chemistry 2 is a continuation of general Chemistry 1.
topics include chemical bonding, molecular geometry,
isomerism, properties of gases, liquids and solids,
intermolecular forces, solutions, acids and bases,
electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, and an introduction to
organic chemistry. general Chemistry 2 is meant for students
majoring in science, medicine, certain branches of engineering,
as well as liberal arts studies.
CHEM 2710 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY 1
Credits: 5
CHEM 1300 INVESTIGATING CHEMISTRY THROUGH
FORENSIC SCIENCE
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal area: (3)natural Science.
investigating Chemistry through Forensic Science is an
introduction to chemistry using forensic science as the primary
theme. topics include measurement and observation, atomic
structure, chemical bonding and re¬actions, properties of
solutions, nuclear chemistry, drug chemistry, arson
investigation, chemistry of explosions, poisons and DnA
analysis. this course is intended for non-science majors who
have never taken a chemistry course and may serve as a
prerequisite for general Chemistry i (Chemistry 1610). may not
be taken for credit if student has already completed CHem
1020 or equivalent.
CHEM 1610 GENERAL CHEMISTRY 1
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: High school chemistry or CHem 1100, high
school algebra or equivalent, or consent of instructor.
MNTC goal areas: (3)natural Science.
general Chemistry 1 is a study of the fundamental theories and
principles of chemistry. topics include measurement,
nomenclature, basic chemical reactions, stoichiometry,
thermodynamics, kinetics, equilibrium, electron configurations,
and periodic properties. general Chemistry 1 is meant for
students majoring in engineering, science, or medicine, as well
as liberal arts studies.
Prerequisites: CHem 1611.
organic Chemistry 1 is a study of the chemistry of carbon
compounds emphasizing the theories and mechanisms which
account for their physical and chemical properties. techniques
of purification, separation, and synthesis are practiced in the
laboratory. organic Chemistry 1 is meant for students planning
to major in biology, chemistry, chemical engineering, pharmacy,
and certain medical fields.
CHEM 2720 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY 2
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: CHem 2710.
organic Chemistry 2 is a continuation of organic Chemistry 1.
the chemistry of carbon compounds emphasizing the theories
and mechanisms which account for their physical and chemical
properties is again studied. techniques of purification,
separation, and synthesis are practiced in the laboratory.
organic Chemistry 2 is meant for students planning to major in
biology, chemistry, chemical engineering, pharmacy, and certain
medical fields.
CISCO NETWORK TECHNICIAN
CNT 1005 IT SECURITY AWARENESS
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
it Security Awareness will discuss security awareness and will
walk users through every aspect of information Security in a
very broad, easy-to-understand way and explain the value of
securing data, both for the user and the organization. the
class will collect legislation, local, state, and federal privacy
policies, and liability of individuals and institutions related to
data confidentiality and integrity. the course will introduce risk
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management, security policies, and common threats and
countermeasures. the course will also present best practices
in access control and password policies.
CNT 1010 NETWORKING FUNDAMENTALS
computer networks from those vulnerabilities and threats. this
course will expose the student to network security planning,
network security technology, network security organization and
the legal and ethical issues associated with network security. in
this class, students will learn the skills necessary for Security +
certification.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: CAPP 1518 and CAPP 1519 or instructor
consent. Web browsing experience helpful for browsing online
curriculum from web server and taking online web based
exams. basic mathematical operations of whole numbers, per
cents, binary to decimal to hexadecimal conversions, and
exponential functions desired.
networking Fundamentals offers students an opportunity to
learn appropriate terminology, concepts necessary to use a
network, and hands-on training with various networking hand
tools.
CNT 1020 ROUTER THEORY AND ROUTER
TECHNOLOGIES
CNT 2020 INFORMATION ASSURANCE II
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Cnt 2010.
information Assurance ii will go into more depth using the tools
and concepts that students were exposed to in information
Assurance i. Participants will study the concepts, principles and
techniques, supplemented by hands-on exercises, for defending
an attack. this course covers penetration-testing tools and
techniques that ethical hackers and security testers use to
protect computer networks. this course provides a structured
knowledge base for preparing security professionals to discover
vulnerabilities and recommend solutions for tightening network
security and protecting data from potential attackers.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Cnt 1010.
Router theory and Router technologies provides students an
opportunity to learn concepts of network communications and
to practice hands-on setup of networking devices.
CNT 1030 ADVANCED ROUTING AND SWITCHING
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Cnt 1020.
Advanced Routing and Switching provides students an
opportunity to perform advanced configuration of networking
devices. topics include lAn switching, VlAnS, lAn design,
igRP, firewalls, and novell iPX.
CNT 2070 DIGITAL FORENSICS I
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: mCt 1543, mCt 1545 or A+ Hardware and
Software certification; CAPP 2018, mCt 2040, mCt 2010.
Digital Forensics i covers the preservation, identification,
extraction, documentation and interpretation of computer data.
topics covered include evidence handling, chain of custody,
collection, preservation, identification and recovery of computer
data. this course will feature the use of nti forensics tools.
CNT 2110 NETWORK SECURITY I
Credits: 3
CNT 1040 ADVANCED NETWORKING AND
MANAGEMENT
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Cnt 1030.
Advanced networking and management provides students an
opportunity to learn Wide Area networking and Design, PPP,
iSDn, and Frame Relay concepts.018
Prerequisites: Cnt 1010, Cnt 1020, Cnt 1030, Cnt 1040 or
CCnA certification.
network Security i focuses on the overall security processes
with particular emphasis on hands-on skills in the following
areas:
• Security policy design and management
• Security technologies, products and solutions
• Secure router design, installation, configuration, and
maintenance
CNT 2010 INFORMATION ASSURANCE I
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Cnt 1010, Cnt 1020, mCt 2010, mCt 2020.
• AAA implementation using routers
• intrusion Detection (iDS) implementation using routers
• VPn implementation using routers
information Assurance i will introduce students to computer
network vulnerabilities and threats and how to safeguard
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CNT 2120 NETWORK SECURITY II
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Cnt 2110.
network Security ii focuses on the overall security processes
with particular emphasis on hands-on skills in the following
areas:
• Security policy design and management
• Security technologies, products and solutions
COMMERCIAL DRIVERS LICENSE
/TRUCK DRIVING
CDL 1500 COMMERCIAL DRIVERS’ LICENSE
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: none.
Commercial Drivers’ license includes rules and regulations
covered by the Federal motor Carrier Administration. Provide
education and training to take the CDl skills test.
• Firewall and design, installation, configuration, and
maintenance
• AAA implementation using PiX Security Appliances
• intrusion Detection (iDS) implementation using PiX Security
Appliances
• VPn implementation using PiX Security Appliances
CNT 2170 DIGITAL FORENSICS II
Credits: 3
CDL 1510 BEHIND THE WHEEL DRIVING
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: CDl permit, Dot physical, Risk management
Approval
behind the Wheel Driving provides students the hands-on
experience needed to operate a semi-truck and trailer. Students
will gain behind the wheel experience; drive various routes and
in multiple conditions.
Prerequisites: Cnt 2070.
Digital Forensics ii is a continuation of Digital Forensics i, and
includes forensic analysis of linux file systems and introduces
additional various forensic analysis software suites used to
perform forensic analysis of FAt16, FAt 32, and ntFS file
systems. this course will feature the use of encase and FtK
forensics tools.
CNT 2200 NETWORK SECURITY DESIGN
CDL 1520 CALCULATIONS FOR COMMERCIAL
TRUCKING
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
Calculations for Commercial trucking is designed to give drivers
the skills necessary to properly manage fuel, loads, and log
books, and many other operations that require calculating skills
to make informed decisions.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Cnt 2010, Cnt 2020, Cnt 2110, Cnt 2120,
Cnt 2070, Cnt 2170, mCt 2060.
network Security Design integrates and provides extensive
application of the knowledge and skills provided in previous
security courses and serves as a capstone experience for the
network security program. Students are given case studies
where they will design a total it security system for a company
within a particular industry. Students are presented with the
opportunity and challenge of staging comprehensive attacks
and designing networks that will withstand the varied attacks
launched by others. the student must demonstrate the ability,
in collaboration with others, to design and maintain a secure
network in a hostile environment.
CDL 1530 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TRAINING FOR
TRANSPORTATION
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
Hazardous materials training for transportation presents the
requirements for the transportation of hazardous materials by
private, common, and contract motor carriers.
COMMUNICATIONS
COMM 1100 PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL
COMMUNICATIONS
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
the Professional and Personal Communications course focuses
on practical knowledge and experience in communication
processes. it features opportunities to participate in various
communication situations found in business, industry, or trade.
it is the study of clear speaking, listening, writing, and
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presenting as they apply to job situations as well as basic
communication skills, thinking skills, human relations, and
conflict resolution.
network neighborhood, and disk maintenance using system
utilities.
CAPP 1520 SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS
Credits: 1
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
CAPP 1030 10-KEY NUMERIC KEYPAD
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
Although the 10-key adding machine appears to be a “thing of
the past,” in some career areas it is imperative that students
are adept at using the numeric keypad on the computer
keyboard. Students are given introductory training on the use
of the keypad. Some companies actually set their pay scale to
correspond with the keystroke scale, so adeptness is a reward.
Accuracy, as well as speed, is developed during the course.
CAPP 1510 COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none (Keyboarding preferred).
Computer Applications is a hands-on course covering basic
information about computer hardware and software and the use
of computer software as a productivity tool. Students are given
hands-on training on word processing, databases, and
spreadsheet software applications, using the most up-to-date
software.
CAPP 1518 WINDOWS I
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none. Keyboarding skills are preferred.
Spreadsheet Application introduces the personal computer
spreadsheet software used to analyze financial data. topics
include data operations, data transfer, and various calculation
commands.
CAPP 1521 ADVANCED SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: CAPP 1520.
Advanced Spreadsheet Applications continues with
spreadsheet software used to analyze financial data. topics
include database management within a spreadsheet, what-if
analysis, extensive use of multiple worksheets, extensive use
of charts and maps, and setting range variables using
Pivottables and PivotCharts.
CAPP 1530 DATABASE
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
Database covers the utilization of an electronic database
management system for applications which include electronic
files, file creation, flexible stored procedures, fixed/hard
concepts, and software installation. this will allow students to
gain a confidence and efficiency in their daily employment.
Prerequisites: none (Keyboarding preferred)
microsoft Windows i has emerged as the interface standard for
the personal computer. Windows provides a consistent
interface for all programs available in this environment. topics
include the basic common window elements, mouse
importance and usage, Windows explorer, my Computer,
desktop accessories, file maintenance, and interface familiarity.
CAPP 1519 WINDOWS II
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none. (CAPP 1518 and keyboarding experience
preferable.)
microsoft Windows is the interface standard for the personal
computer. Windows provides a consistent interface for all
programs available in this environment. topics include
understanding the operating system, file and data searching,
object linking and embedding, control panel capabilities,
CAPP 1532 ADVANCED ACCESS DATABASE
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
Advanced Access Database covers the utilization of an
electronic database management system for applications that
include building and modifying advanced database structures,
building and modifying record entry forms, refining queries,
using advanced reporting features, and defining relationships
between existing databases. this allows students to gain a
confidence and efficiency in their daily employment.
CAPP 1540 WORD PROCESSING
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none. Keyboarding skills are recommended.
Word Processing focuses on the introduction of word
processing applications to create and edit text using microsoft
Word for Windows.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
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CAPP 1541 ADVANCED WORD PROCESSING
CAPP 1600 EMERGING INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES
Credits: 2
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: CAPP 1540 or equivalent.
Prerequisites: Placement exam or grade of C or better in iSt
1350.
Advanced Word Processing provides students an opportunity to
learn advanced features of microsoft Word or WordPerfect.
Students explore additional functions in word processing such
as macros, frames and borders, draw and fill, charts, tables,
indexes, sorting, advanced formatting, and desktop publishing.
CAPP 1560 PRESENTATION GRAPHICS
emerging information technologies provides an overview of
information technologies and how they are used in an industrial
setting. Students will learn to effectively use various
information technologies to gather, manage, analyze, and
process data. the information technologies taught in this
course will be used by students to solve a variety of industryrelated problems.
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none. Keyboarding preferred.
Presentation graphics covers preparation of graphics for
visualization and presentation. Students learn to create
overheads, electronic flipcharts, and computer-generated slide
shows using PowerPoint, input devices, and source files with
pre-set output techniques.
CAPP 1561 ADVANCED PRESENTATION GRAPHICS
Credits: 1
CAPP 2019 WINDOWS OS
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: CAPP 1518, CAPP 1519 or instructor consent.
microsoft Windows has emerged as the newest interface
standard for the personal computer. Windows oS provides a
consistent interface for all programs available in this
environment. topics include understanding operating systems,
command line operations, troubleshooting tools, batch
programs, and networking and internet connecting.
Prerequisites: CAPP 1560. Keyboarding preferred.
Advanced Presentation graphics covers preparation of graphics
for visualization and presentation. Students will learn to create
overheads, electronic flipcharts, and computer-generated slide
shows using PowerPoint, input devices, and source files with
pre-set output techniques.
CAPP 1590 DESKTOP PUBLISHING CONCEPTS
CAPP 2510 MULTIMEDIA CONCEPTS
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none. CAPP 1560 preferred.
multimedia Concepts covers advanced topics in working with
multimedia and presentations. Students gain confidence in
preparing and presenting to specific audiences on various
topics.
Credits: 2
Prerequisite: CAPP 1540 or equivalent.
Desktop Publishing Concepts is designed to introduce students
to the concepts, terminology, techniques, and applications of
desktop publishing. the student integrates word processing
and graphics and manipulates text and graphics to produce
professional-quality publications.
COMPUTER SCIENCE
CSCI 1010 COMPUTER LITERACY
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal area: (4) math/logical Reasoning.
CAPP 1595 COMPUTERIZED ACCOUNTING
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: buS 2105.
Computerized Accounting is designed to educate students in
the application of accounting principles to the electronic
computer technology.
Computer literacy provides students with an introduction to
ways in which information technology is being used in society. it
assists students in developing a general understanding of the
information technology terminology and the ways in which it can
be effectively used. included in the course are hands-on
experiences with operating systems and as well as applications
software for word processing, spreadsheets, database
management, electronic mail, and World Wide Web usage.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
109
CSCI 1021 VISUAL BASIC PROGRAMMING 1
Credits: 3
and object-oriented techniques, program development and
testing, and abstract data types.
Prerequisites: mAtH 0921 or placement test.
Visual basic Programming 1 introduces computer programming
and microsoft's object oriented/event driven Visual basic .net
programming language. Students learn programming concepts
and structures, and design and build their own interactive,
event driven Windows programs. no previous programming
experience is required.
CSCI 1030 INTRODUCTION TO SOFTWARE
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES
CSCI 1100 FOUNDATIONS OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
Foundations of Computer Science introduces students to the
many disciplines within computer science. Students will learn
how data is represented within a computer, discuss computer
hardware, examine aspects of computer software, learn
fundamental software development principles, and learn various
ways in which data can be organized.
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
CSCI 1250 C++ PROGRAMMING
introduction to Software engineering technologies is designed
to introduce students to the tools, techniques, and strategies
used in the engineering and development of computer software.
Students will learn the technologies used to build and deploy
Websites as well as computer software applications for
personal computers and mobile devices.
Credits: 3
CSCI 1050 VISUAL BASIC PROGRAMMING 2
Prerequisites: mAtH 1020 or equivalent or instructor’s
consent.
C++ Programming introduces students to problem-solving and
program development using object-oriented design, structured
programming techniques, and the C++ programming language.
Students will design, construct, and test programs with
primarily scientific and mathematical applications.
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: CSCi 1021 or instructor's consent.
Visual basic Programming 2 explores selected advanced topics
of computer programming and microsoft's object
oriented/event driven Visual basic .net programming language.
Students learn proper program design techniques and design
and build their own interactive Windows programs using
advanced Visual basic .netcontrols, ASP.net, database files,
and sequential files.
CSCI 1070 INTRODUCTION TO GAME PROGRAMMING
CSCI 1350 UNDERSTANDING AND USING THE
INTERNET
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: Windows knowledge preferred.
understanding and using the internet is an accelerated course
examining concepts and techniques of using the internet and
the World Wide Web. Students learn advanced features of
electronic mail, more sophisticated searching strategies, file
transfer and compression techniques, and simple web page
development with the hypertext markup language.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
CSCI 1400 WEB AUTHORING
introduction to game Programming introduces students to
computer game development and game development
technologies. Students will use a programming language and
existing game libraries to develop two dimensional games that
respond to keyboard and mouse input. Prior programming
experience is not required for this course.
Credits: 2
CSCI 1081 FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: CSCi 1100, mAtH 1040, or instructor’s consent.
Prerequisites: mCt 1500 or mmSP 1100 or instructor’s
consent.
Web Authoring is a course focusing on the design,
development, and maintenance of World Wide Web pages using
the extensible Hypertext markup language (XHtml). Students
learn how to manage Web page fonts, colors, and graphics, and
will create Web pages which include text, images, tables,
frames, forms, and image maps. Students will use cascading
style sheets (CSS) to control and format Web page content.
Fundamentals of Computer Science 1 is an introduction to
computer systems, computer problem-solving using structured
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
110
CSCI 1450 ADVANCED WEB AUTHORING
CSCI 1600 INTRODUCTION TO UNIX/LINUX
Credits: 2
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: CSCi 1400 or instructor’s consent.
Prerequisites: CAPP 1518, CAPP 1519 or instructor’s consent.
Advanced Web Authoring is an introduction to client-side Web
programming using the JavaScript command language, control
structures, arrays, how to create special effects, the document
object model, event handling, Web form validation, and how to
debug JavaScript.
introduction to uniX/linux is an introduction to the linux
operating system. linux is a powerful, versatile, and freely
distributable clone of the unix operating system. Students learn
and use common linux commands and techniques to do
file/directory management, process control, and environmental
management.
CSCI 1451 ADVANCED WEB AUTHORING
Credits: 3
CSCI 1701 SQL PROGRAMMING
Prerequisites: CSCi 1400 or instructor’s consent.
Credits: 3
Advanced Web Authoring is an introduction to the programming
tools required to build and maintain server sites on the Web.
Popular Web development tools will be examined and students
will use selected Web technologies to do both client-side and
server-side development. Web technologies examined in this
course include, but are limited to: JavaScript, Xml, Perl/Cgi,
ASP.net, and Ajax.
Prerequisites: none.
SQl Programming provides an overview of database concepts
and programming based on relational database concepts.
Students will learn to use the Structured Query language
(mySQl) to design and access relational databases. topics
include table creation, data insertion, table modification, single
and multiple-table queries, data updating, and essentials of
database administration.
CSCI 1470 PHP PROGRAMMING
Credits: 3
CSCI 2080 FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER SCIENCE 2
Prerequisites: CSCi 1400, CSCi 1701.
Credits: 4
PHP Programming introduces student to the server-side, Htmlembedded scripting language PHP. emphasis is placed on
programming techniques required to create dynamic Web
pages. Students will learn how to use PHP functions and
control structures, do string manipulation, work with files and
directories, manipulate arrays, and work with databases using
mySQl.
Prerequisites: CSCi 1081 or instructor’s consent.
CSCI 1500 JAVA PROGRAMMING 1
CULINARY ARTS MANAGEMENT
Credits: 3
CAMT 1600 INTRODUCTION TO FOOD SERVICE
Prerequisites: Prior experience working in a Windows
environment, mAtH 0971 or equivalent.
Credits: 6
Java Programming 1 provides students who have little or no
programming experience with the basics of programming using
the Java programming language. this course teaches the
significance of object-oriented programming, the keywords and
constructs of the Java programming language, and the steps
required to create simple Java technology programs. Students
taking this course receive a solid basis in the Java
programming language upon which to base continued work and
training. this course is a first course or students intending to
major or minor in computer science or related fields.
Fundamentals of Computer Science 2 is the second course of a
sequence for students intending to major or minor in computer
science or a related field. it is an advanced study of computer
problem solving using structured and object-oriented
techniques, program development and testing, and abstract
data types.
Prerequisites: none.
introduction to Food Service includes an introduction to the
food service industry, culinary terms, counter service, ware
washing techniques, and meat, poultry, and fish or shellfish
identification. this course also covers basic cooking
techniques, knife identification and use, and basic kitchen first
aid and safety.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
111
CAMT 1601 BREAKFAST AND PANTRY PREPARATION
CAMT 1606 CULINARY MATH
Credits: 3
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: CAmt 1600, CAmt 1603.
Prerequisites: none.
breakfast and Pantry Preparation includes the production
techniques used in the preparation of breakfast foods, salads,
salad dressings, and sandwiches. Proper care and handling of
ingredients and finished products are emphasized.
Culinary math is designed to aid the Culinary Arts student with
the basic math skills that are used in the day-to-day operations
in the food service industry.
CAMT 1602 BASIC FOOD PRODUCTION PRINCIPLES
CAMT 2400 FOOD SERVICE PROCUREMENT AND
COST CONTROL
Credits: 6
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
Prerequisites: none.
Food Production Principles teaches the preparation and serving
of stocks, sauces, soups, meats, and poultry using various
cooking methods and techniques. this course also includes
basic baking methods and uses for the preparation of finished
products such as quick breads, yeast breads, pies, cakes, and
cookies.
Food Service Procurement and Cost Control covers the basic
food service cost control techniques for the modern kitchen.
menu development, cost factor, food procurement, receiving,
and storage are included.
CAMT 2410 HOTEL AND RESTAURANT FOOD
PRODUCTION 1
CAMT 1603 INSTITUTIONAL FOOD PRODUCTION 1
Credits: 4
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: none.
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in CAmt 1600.
Hotel and Restaurant Food Production 1 provides experience in
production speed, skill, and development in the assigned meal
preparation stations in a working kitchen and restaurant.
Students plan and prepare menu items and serve menu items
as a team under the direction of a certified culinary arts
instructor. Students follow and perform sanitation procedures
as part of the daily operation.
institutional Food Production 1 is a supervised course covering
the actual production learned in basic food production
principles. Students are responsible for preparation and
service of soups, sauces, and meat, fish, and poultry items
using various moist and dry heat methods. this course also
covers identification and preparation of vegetables, rice, and
pasta products.
CAMT 2415 INTRODUCTION TO BAKING
CAMT 1604 QUALITY ASSURANCE
Credits: 2
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
Prerequisites: none.
introduction to baking is designed to introduce the student who
has little or no previous experience of baking to basic baking
techniques.
Quality Assurance develops an understanding of the basic
principles of sanitation and safety in order to protect the
consumer by maintaining a safe and healthy environment in the
food service industry. the laws and regulations related to
safety, fire and sanitation in food service operation are also
covered.
CAMT 2420 HOTEL AND RESTAURANT FOOD
PRODUCTION 2
Credits: 5
CAMT 1605 INSTITUTIONAL FOOD PRODUCTION 2
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: CAmt 1600, CAmt 1602, CAmt 1603.
institutional Food Production 2 reviews the basic production
skills acquired in the previous courses; introduction to Food
Service Production, basic Food Production Principles, and
institutional Food Production 1.
Prerequisites: CAmt 1800, CAmt 2410.
Hotel Restaurant Food Production 2 provides an advanced level
of meal preparation in a working restaurant. the student plans,
prepares, and serves required menu items while following a set
station rotation. the student follows set clean up and
sanitation procedures as part of daily operations.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
112
CAMT 2430 ADVANCED CULINARY SKILLS 1
Credits: 6
Prerequisites: CAmt 1600.
CULINARY ASSISTANT
CUL 1000 BASICS OF FOOD PREPARATION 1
Credits: 4
in Advanced Culinary Skills 1, the student plans, supervises,
and manages the execution of any specialty buffets or
banquets. the student is responsible for the planning,
preparation, demonstration, and service of all aspects of the
event.
CAMT 2440 ADVANCED CULINARY SKILLS 2
Credits: 6
Prerequisites: CAmt 1600, CAmt 2430.
Prerequisites: instructor approval required.
basics of Food Preparation 1 covers basic sanitation, kitchen
safety, ware washing, tool and equipment identification, select
tool and equipment operation procedures, food identification,
food handling techniques, measuring techniques, and
introductory recipe-following procedures.
CUL 1005 FOOD PREPARATION EXPERIENCE 1
Credits: 4
Advanced Culinary Skills 2 helps to prepare the student to
enter the job market by refining skills previously addressed with
further emphasis placed on applying managerial skills in a
working restaurant lab.
CAMT 2450 SPECIALTY FOODS PREPARATION
Prerequisites: instructor approval required.
Food Preparation experience 1 offers an opportunity for
students to practice kitchen safety and sanitation techniques;
ware washing; identification, operation and cleaning of some
hand tools and equipment; and preparation of selected salad
items, salad dressing, and cold sandwich items.
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: CAmt 1600.
Specialty Foods Preparation covers a review and application of
the quantity cooking methods used in the production of menu
items for buffets and institutional operations.
CAMT 2460 CULINARY NUTRITION
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: CAmt 1600.
Culinary nutrition covers the basic information to understand
food trends, digestion and utilization processes, menu
development for normal and special diets, and the development
of marketing strategies.
CUL 1010 BASICS OF FOOD PREPARATION 2
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: instructor approval required.
basics of Food Preparation 2 reviews and expands the skills
and concepts practiced in basics of Food Preparation 1. these
skills include basic sanitation and kitchen safety techniques,
ware washing, tool and equipment identification , tool and
equipment operation, equipment cleaning and maintenance,
food identification, food handling, following a basic recipe,
reading a menu, and customer service.
CUL 1015 FOOD PREPARATION EXPERIENCE 2
Credits: 4
CAMT 2470 RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT
Prerequisites: instructor approval required.
Credits: 2
Food Preparation experience 2 offers students an expanded
opportunity to practice kitchen safety and sanitation
techniques; ware washing; identification, operation and cleaning
of hand tools and equipment; preparation of salad items, salad
dressing, and cold sandwich items; and fundamentals of
counter service, dining room preparation and dining room
service.
Prerequisites: CAmt 1600.
Restaurant management prepares the student for the transition
from employee to supervisor by development of effective skills
in human relations and personnel management, budgeting, and
cost control.
CAMT 2480 BUFFET / CATERING
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
buffet / Catering is designed to introduce the student to the
principles and practices of preparing food for buffet service.
Students will prepare cold decorative work and assist in
planning buffets for events.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
113
DENTAL ASSISTING
DAS 1501 X-RAY 1
DAS 1520 DENTAL SCIENCE
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
X-Ray 1 is designed to teach the students the diagnostic
importance of dental X-rays. the student will expose, process
and evaluate x-rays. the student will first take x-rays on
mannequins using the parallel technique. the student will
utilize radiation safety and infection control guidelines. this
course is a prerequisite for X-Ray 2.
Dental Science introduces applied psychology and its
relationship to the dental office. this course also prepares the
dental assistant to deal with medical and dental emergencies.
Pharmacology is included to help students better understand
the medications used in dentistry.
DAS 1525 EXPANDED DUTIES 1
Credits: 3
DAS 1504 NUTRITION AND DENTAL HEALTH
Prerequisites: Admittance into Dental Assisting program or
current certification.
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
nutrition and Dental Health studies the basic concepts and
principles of nutrition as they apply to the Dental profession.
topics include digestion, nutrients, the Food Pyramid, energy
exchange, and health risks related to diet. Vitamins and
minerals are discussed in addition to deficiencies seen intraorally and extra-orally. Preventive dentistry nutrition is also
included.
DAS 1507 DENTAL ANATOMY 1
Credits: 3
expanded Duties 1 covers skill development and knowledge of
the legal expanded Duties for Dental Assistants in the State of
minnesota.
DAS 1528 INFECTION CONTROL
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
infection Control covers the major classifications of
microorganisms, disease transmission, and infection control in
the dental office. Compliance with current occupational Safety
and Health Agency (oSHA) and Center for Disease Control and
Prevention (CDC) guidelines is discussed and practiced.
Prerequisites: ReAD 0920.
Dental Anatomy 1 is an introduction to all the oral structures
and their functions within the human body. the student
becomes aware of cell structure and formation and the
development of the head and dental structures. this course is
a prerequisite for Dental Anatomy 2.
DAS 1512 CHAIR-SIDE ASSISTING 1
Credits: 3
DAS 1529 EXPANDED DUTIES 2
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Successfully completed DAS 1525.
expanded Duties 2 provides background knowledge and skill
development in the orthodontics and periodontics specialty
areas of dentistry. local dentists are on duty to evaluate the
students and give them direction with expanded duties.
Prerequisites: none.
Chair-side Assisting 1 is an introduction to the dental operatory,
equipment, and materials. it provides general background
knowledge and skill development for the basics of all assisting
in general dentistry. Also included are endodontic and oral
surgery. this course is a prerequisite for Chair-side Assisting
2.
DAS 1517 DENTAL LAB
DAS 1530 OFFICE MANAGEMENT
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
office management is designed to acquaint the student with
clinical and business record keeping of a dental practice. this
includes the patients’ data, appointment control, telephone and
written communications, dental insurance, supplies, and dental
forms.
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none. Dental lab provides the basic necessary
information on dental materials and the skills necessary to
handle lab equipment.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
114
DAS 1542 X-RAY 2
Credits: Variable 1-8
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: Failure of mn licensure exam twice
Prerequisites: DAS 1501.
Remedial expanded Functions/X-Ray provides the necessary
additional education required by the board of Dentistry Section
150A.06. Credits are contingent upon the number of
categories failed per portion of the mn Registration exam and
such categories indicated by the testing agency. this course
would be a maximum of 4 credits in the expanded Duties
portion and or 4 credits maximum in the Radiology portion. if
the student failed both the expanded Duties section and the
Radiology section of the exam with 4 or more areas per section,
the student would be required to register for 2 courses of DAS
2653 with a maximum of 8 credits total. upon successful
completion, the instructor will send the required documentation
to the board of Dentistry needed for the student to re-apply for
the mn licensure exam.
X-Ray 2 is designed to teach the production of X-rays, the
biological changes radiation can cause, tubehead components,
bisect and parallel technique, extra-oral and digital radiography,
and quality assurance. the student will expose, process, and
evaluate x-rays on patients using parallel and digital technique,
using asepsis and safety guidelines.
DAS 1547 DENTAL ANATOMY 2
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: DAS 1507.
Dental Anatomy 2 is designed to teach the students the
development of the teeth, supporting structures, and the face.
it will also cover the disease processes, cause, manifestations
and effects of disease on living tissue as it relates to the oral
cavity.
DAS 2655 SPECIAL PROJECT
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: graduation from Dental Assisting program.
DAS 1552 CHAIR-SIDE ASSISTING 2
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DAS 1512.
Chair-side Assisting 2 deals only with the specialty areas of
dentistry. it gives students the knowledge and skills to assist
dentists in these specialized positions.
Special Project covers a special project related to dentistry.
this project may be a research paper, presentation, field project
or anything else that is acceptable to all parties involved. the
project must be approved by the instructor before beginning the
course.
DAS 2657 EXTRAMURAL 2
DAS 1572 EXTRAMURAL 1
Credits: 4
Credits: 7
Prerequisites: 2.00 g.P.A.
Prerequisites: 2.00 g.P.A., CPR for Health Care Providers
extramural 2 enables students to work in private dental offices
with dentists and staff and to assist with office and patient
related duties. the student fulfills the role of an employed
dental assistant.
extramural 1 enables students to work in private dental offices
with dentists and staff and to assist with office and patientrelated duties. the student will fulfill the role of an employed
dental assistant.
DAS 1582 NITROUS OXIDE-OXYGEN INHALATION
SEDATION
DIESEL MECHANICS/HEAVY
EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: DAS 1525 or be a minnesota Registered Dental
Assistant or minnesota licensed Dental Hygienist; CPR for
Health Care Providers.
nitrous oxide-oxygen inhalation Sedation provides the basic
necessary information on inducing and monitoring nitrous oxide
analgesia and the skills necessary to handle patients and
equipment in a clinical setting.
DAS 2653 REMEDIAL EXPANDED FUNCTIONS/ X-RAY
DSL 1500 ORIENTATION AND TRADE KNOWLEDGE
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
orientation and trade Knowledge teaches shop procedures and
safety in the Heavy equipment and Diesel Shop. Safety in the
use of hand tools, power tools, jacks, hoists, overhead cranes,
and other equipment used by the technician are covered. the
minnesota Right- to- Know law is presented. Shop procedures
are covered with emphasis on safety and personal protection
equipment. emergency first aid procedures are covered.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
115
DSL 1502 DIESEL SYSTEMS AND TROUBLESHOOTING
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DSl 1510, DSl 1500.
Diesel Systems and troubleshooting covers the operation,
maintenance, and service procedures for the air, cooling, fuel,
and lubrication systems. A complete tune-up of Detroit Diesel
engines including troubleshooting, testing the air system and
fuel system, and replacing a fuel injector. this course features
the two-valve or four-valve Detroit Diesel 71 series engine.
Students work on “running engines” in the lab. experiments on
the engine including the four flow systems are done.
DSL 1510 BASIC DIESEL ENGINES
Cummins and Caterpillar Service overhaul covers Cummins and
Caterpillar engine service, operation, construction and in-frame
repair procedures. Students remove and replace a cylinder kit,
inspect and measure parts, and rebuild accessory components.
DSL 1527 WELDING FOR DIESEL MECHANICS
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
Welding for Diesel mechanics is designed to give the diesel
mechanic a basic understanding of the most commonly used
welding equipment in the diesel mechanic field. Arc and gas
welding safety are covered. Students experience various types
of welding equipment.
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: none.
DSL 1528 CUMMINS FUEL SYSTEMS
basic Diesel engines covers the fundamentals of diesel engine
construction and operating principles. A major disassembly of
a Detroit Diesel two-cycle engine is performed by the students
with a study of the internal components, their functions, and
operation. measurements and analyses of all parts are made.
Credits: 2
DSL 1523 CATERPILLAR FUEL SYSTEMS IN
BOOK/NOT ON WEB
Prerequisites: DSl 1520.
Cummins Fuel Systems covers the theory and principles of the
Cummins Pressure time (Pt) fuel system and its components
including fuel pumps, fuel injectors, and pollution control
devices. Diagnosis, rebuilding, adjustments, and testing are
included. this course focuses specifically on the component
parts of the Cummins Pt and electronic fuel systems.
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: DSl 1520.
DSL 1530 HEAVY EQUIPMENT HYDRAULICS
Caterpillar Fuel Systems includes a study of the theory and
principles of the Caterpillar fuel system and its components.
Fuel pumps, injection nozzles, fuel injectors, governors, and
pollution control devices are covered. Diagnosis, rebuilding,
adjustments, and testing using both mechanical and electronic
engines are used. electronic diagnostic tools are used by
students.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
Heavy equipment Hydraulics covers the fundamentals of
hydraulics including the application of Pascal’s law and the
operation, construction, troubleshooting, and repair of various
system components.
DSL 1535 ELECTRONICS/ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
DSL 1525 MOBILE AND STATIONARY EQUIPMENT
INSPECTION
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
the mobile and Stationary equipment inspection course helps
students recognize problems in mobile and stationary
equipment and enables them to write a report explaining the
problem and communicate it to a service manager, customer,
etc.
DSL 1526 CUMMINS AND CATERPILLAR SERVICE
OVERHAUL
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: instructor approval.
Credits: 6
Prerequisites: none.
electronics/electrical Systems focuses on atomic structure,
electron theory of electricity, testing conductors, semiconductors and insulators, construction and operation of
storage batteries, telematics-remote monitoring, ohm’s law
theory, the applications to series, parallel, and series/parallel
DC circuits, 12/24 volt DC components, operation,
troubleshooting, repair, 12/24 volt charging circuits,
components, operation, troubleshooting, repair, lighting,
accessory and control systems, components, operation,
troubleshooting, repair, electrical schematics/diagrams, SAe
computer Can-buss standards, and diagnostics/systems
troubleshooting.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
116
DSL 1560 HEAVY EQUIPMENT AIR CONDITIONING
Credits: 1
clutches that are used in on/off highway vehicles and heavy
equipment.
Prerequisites: none.
Heavy equipment Air Conditioning covers the basic
fundamentals of air conditioning and their application to heavy
duty equipment such as semi-tractors, delivery trucks, and offroad equipment. Students learn the operating principles and
apply them in troubleshooting and servicing on actual
equipment.
DSL 2515 MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGY
DSL 2543 DIFFERENTIALS/DRIVELINES
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
Differentials/Drivelines focuses on the operation, repair/rebuild
procedures for the differential used in the Heavy Duty truck and
off Road equipment and the principles, operation and repair
procedures for drivelines used to connect the transmission to
the differential.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none
DSL 2545 STEERING/ALIGNMENT AND TIRES
machine tool technology will address the operation,
maintenance and application of machine tools used in the
Heavy Duty truck and off Road equipment industry. the course
will focus on the application of critical measuring, comparison
and repair procedures needed to repair component parts.
Credits: 2
DSL 2524 POWER SHIFT TRANSMISSIONS & TORQUE
CONVERTERS
Prerequisites: none.
Steering/Alignment and tires focuses on the operation and
repair of the steering systems used on the Heavy Duty truck
and off Road Heavy equipment and correct alignment factors
critical to proper operation. this course also focuses on theory
of design and operation for truck and off-road tires.
Credits: 3
DSL 2547 CUSTOMER REPAIR
Prerequisites: DSl1530.
Credits: 3
Power Shift transmissions & torque Converters focuses on the
Allison automatic transmissions and converters and the theory
of operation and their repair.
Prerequisites: Students are required to demonstrate
competency for repair required and approval from the instructor.
DSL 2531 HEAVY DUTY AIR BRAKES
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: none.
Heavy Duty Air brakes focuses on the operation, repair and
rebuild procedures of the air handling system and foundation
brakes found on the Heavy Duty trucks and off Road
equipment.
DSL 2535 UNDERCARRIAGE
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
evaluation and maintenance of undercarriage used on
earthmoving equipment.
Customer Repair allows the student to perform required repairs
on selected customer equipment. this enables the individual
student to apply the skills learned from courses and to
complete repair work in accordance with manufacturers’
guidelines and to customer satisfaction.
DSL 2550 CUSTOMER REPAIR
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: Students are required to demonstrate
competency for the repair required and approval from the
instructor.
Customer Repair allows the student to perform required repairs
on selected customer equipment. this enables the individual
student to apply the skills learned from courses and to
complete repair work in accordance with manufacturers’
guidelines and to customer satisfaction.
DSL 2540 STANDARD TRANSMISSION/CLUTCHES
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: none
Standard transmissions/Clutches focuses on theory, operation,
repair and rebuild procedures for manual transmissions and
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DSL 2560 ADVANCED ELECTRONIC
TROUBLESHOOTING
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: instructor approval required.
Advanced electronic troubleshooting focuses on multimeters,
Caterpillar electronic technician, Cummins insite, and Detroit
Diagnostic link. there will be a review of basic principles of
electricity, wire harness inspection, troubleshooting and repair
of wire harnesses, and troubleshooting, repair and replacement
of engine sensors.
ECONOMICS
ECON 1010 MACROECONOMICS
ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE
ELM 1005 ELECTRICAL MATH APPLICATIONS
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
electrical math Applications includes basic math, formula
solutions, and technical applications needed to succeed in the
electrical field.
this class requires students to maintain a minimum of 95%
attendance. Attendance below 95% may be made up by
completing a one credit make-up class. this credit must be
pre-approved by the course instructor. three less than full days
(tardy or leaving early) will equal one full day absence. Without
95% attendance and not taking the one credit make-up class
will result in retaking the course.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: College level reading strongly recommended.
ELM 1006 ALGEBRA FOR ELECTRICIANS
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences, (8)
global Perspective.
Credits: 1
macroeconomics examines the market system (supply and
demand), the business cycle, inflation, unemployment, classical
economics, Keynesian economics, monetarism, fiscal and
monetary policy, the national debt, and international trade,
international finance, and developing and transitional
economies.
Algebra for electricians presents algebraic skills essential in
the electrical field. Algebra solutions, simultaneous equations,
graphing and vectors are included. electrical applications and
projects will be incorporated.
ECON 1030 INTRODUCTION TO ECONOMICS
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
Prerequisites: elm 1005.
elm 1006 requires students to maintain a minimum of 95%
attendance. Attendance below 95% may be made up by
completing a one credit make-up class. this credit must be
pre-approved by the course instructor. three less than full days
(tardy or leaving early) will equal one full day absence. Without
95% attendance and not taking the one credit make-up class
will result in retaking the course.
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences, (8)
global Perspective.
introduction to economics covers the basics of both micro and
macroeconomics: circular flow model, demand and supply,
various market structures, money, Federal Reserve, income
expenditure model, classical economics, economic policies,
international trade, international aid, and balance if
international payments. this is a liberal arts, introductory
course which provides an overview of the economic system.
ECON 1050 MICROECONOMICS
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: College level reading strongly recommended.
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences.
microeconomics examines the market system, elasticity, utility
analysis, costs of production, market structures, resource
markets, capital, corporate finance, market regulation, income
distribution, and externalities.
ELM 1101 DC ELECTRICAL THEORY AND
APPLICATIONS
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: none.
DC electrical theory and Applications covers the introduction of
direct current, its production, ohm’s law, series, parallel and
combination circuits and applicable national electrical Code
articles.
elm 1101 requires students to maintain a minimum of 95%
attendance. Attendance below 95%, may be made up by
completing 1- credit make-up classes. the 1-credit make up
class will equal 3 days of attendance. this course must be preapproved by the course instructor. three days that are less
than full days (tardy or early leave) will equal one full day
absence. Course attendance below 95% will result in retaking
this course.
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ELM 1102 AC ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC THEORY
AND APPLICATIONS
Credits: 6
Prerequisites: elm 1101 and elm 1201 or permission of the
instructor.
three days of attendance. For every three less than full days
(tardy or leaving early) will count as one day absence. if the
95% attendance is not maintained and the 1-credit make-up
class is not taken, the student will need to re-take the course.
AC electrical and electronic theory and Applications covers the
introductory elements of AC circuits, resistive, inductive,
capacitive circuits, VARs, power factor, filter circuits and solidstate devices according to applicable national electrical Code
articles. this course is the second in a series of two related
courses.
ELM 1301 RESIDENTIAL WIRING AND CODE 1
elm 1102 requires students to maintain a minimum 95%
attendance. Attendance below 95% may be made up by
completing a 1-credit class. the 1-credit class will equal three
days of absence. this credit must be pre-approved by the
course instructor. three less than full days (tardy or leaving
early) will equal a full day absence. Attendance of less than
95% and not taking the 1-credit makeup class will result in
retaking the course.
this class requires students to maintain a minimum of 95%
attendance. Attendance below 95% may be made up by
completing 1-credit make-up classes. the 1-credit make-up
class will equal 3 days of attendance. this course must be preapproved by the course instructor. three days that are less
than full days (tardy or early leave) will equal one full-day
absence. Course attendance below 95% will result in retaking
this class.
ELM 1201 AC/DC ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS AND
CALCULATIONS:
ELM 1302 RESIDENTIAL WIRING AND CODE 2
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: none.
AC/DC electrical Circuits and Calculations covers the basics of
electrical circuit construction, components, calculations, and
analysis.
elm 1201 requires students to maintain a minimum of 95%
attendance. Attendance below 95% may be made up by
completing a one credit make-up class. the one credit class
will equal three days of attendance. this credit must be preapproved by the course instructor. three less than full days
(tardy or leaving early) will equal one full day absence. Without
95% attendance and not taking the one credit make-up class
will result in re-taking the course.
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: none.
Residential Wiring and Code 1 covers some of the skills and
knowledge necessary to apply practical residential wiring
procedures as they relate to the national electrical Code (neC).
Credits: 6
Prerequisites: elm 1301, elm 1101, elm 1201.
Residential Wiring and Code 2 covers the skills and knowledge
necessary to apply practical residential wiring procedures as
they relate to the national electrical Code.
this class requires students to maintain a minimum of 95%
attendance. Attendance below 95% may be made up by
completing 1-credit make-up classes. the 1-credit make-up
class will equal 3 days of attendance. this course must be preapproved by the course instructor. three days that are less
than full days (tardy or early leave) will equal one full-day
absence. Course attendance below 95% will result in retaking
this class.
ELM 1400 ATTENDANCE MAKE-UP PROJECT
ELM 1202 TRANSFORMERS, GENERATORS,
ALTERNATORS AND MOTORS
Credits: 6
Prerequisites: elm 1101, elm 1201, and elm 1301 or
consent of the instructor.
transformers, generator, Alternators, and motors covers the
basic operation and construction of: 1-phase and 3-phase
transformers, generators, alternators, DC motors, 1-phase AC
motors and 3-phase AC motors.
Credits: 1-3 variable
Prerequisites: instructor approval.
Attendance make-up Project covers a special project related to
the missed material due to absence from required class time
per the electrical maintenance Department’s attendance policy.
Projects may include a research paper, presentation, field
project or anything else acceptable to both parties involved.
this class requires students to attend 95% of the classes. if
95% attendance cannot be met, a 1-credit make-up class will
be required to be taken. the 1- credit class will be equal to
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ELM 2101 PRINT-READING / SPECIFICATIONS AND
LIGHTING SYSTEMS
95% and not taking the 1-credit makeup class will result in
retaking the course.
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: elm 1101, elm 1201, elm 1301, elm 1102,
elm 1202, elm 1302 or instructor’s approval.
ELM 2202 AC/DC MOTOR CONTROL 2
Print-reading / Specifications and lighting Systems instructs
the students in the identification and usage of blueprints and
specifications and the identification, installation and
maintenance of lighting systems.
Prerequisites: elm2201 or approval of the instructor.
this class requires students to maintain a minimum of 95%
attendance. Attendance below 95% may be made up by
completing 1-credit make-up classes. the 1-credit make-up
class will equal 3 days of attendance. this course must be preapproved by the course instructor. three days that are less
than full days (tardy or early leave) will equal one full-day
absence. Course attendance below 95% will result in retaking
this class.
ELM 2102 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL WIRING
METHODS
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: elm 1101, elm 1201, elm 1301, elm 1102,
elm 1202, elm 1302, elm 2101, elm 2201, elm 2301 or
instructor approval.
Credits: 5
AC/DC motor Control 2 covers the installation, maintenance
and troubleshooting of motor and process controls, motors,
variable frequency drives, and programmable logic controllers
according to applicable national electrical Code articles.
elm2202 requires students to maintain a minimum of 95%
attendance. Attendance below 95%, may be made up by
completing 1- credit make-up classes. the 1-credit make up
class will equal 3 days of attendance. this course must be preapproved by the course instructor. three days that are less
than full days ( tardy or early leave) will equal one full day
absence. Course attendance below 95% will result in retaking
this course.
ELM 2311 POWER LIMITED CIRCUIT AND
INSTRUMENTATION
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: elm1302, elm 1102, elm 1202, or the
approval of the instructor.
Commercial/industrial Wiring methods covers the design and
installation of wiring methods used in commercial and industrial
applications.
Power limited Circuits and instrumentation covers the
installation, maintenance and repair of low voltage circuits and
the fundamentals of instrumentation.
this class requires students to attend 95% of the classes. if
95% attendance cannot be met, a 1-credit make-up class will
be required to be taken. the 1-credit class will be equal to
three days of attendance. For every three less than full days
(tardy or leaving early) will count as one day absence. if the
95% attendance is not maintained and the 1-credit make-up
class is not taken, the student will need to re-take the course.
elm 2311 requires students to maintain a minimum of 95%
attendance. Attendance below 95%, may be made up by
completing 1- 3 credits make-up classes. the 1-3 credits make
up class will equal 3 days of attendance. this course must be
pre-approved by the elm 2311 instructor. three days that are
less than full days ( tardy or early leave) will equal one full day
absence. Course attendance below 95% will result in retaking
this course.
ELM 2201 AC/DC MOTOR CONTROL 1
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: elm 1102.
AC/DC motor Control 1 covers the function, operation,
installation, protection, maintenance and troubleshooting of
motor controls, various starting circuits and motors according
to applicable national electrical Code articles.
elm 2201 requires students to maintain a minimum 95%
attendance. Attendance below 95% may be made up by
completing a 1-credit class. the 1-credit class will equal three
days of absence. this credit must be pre-approved by the
course instructor. three less than full days (tardy or leaving
early) will equal a full day absence. Attendance of less than
ELM 2312 RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS AND
HOUSE PROJECT
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: elm 2311.
the Renewable energy Systems and House Project course
covers the basic types, purposes and instillations of wind and
solar systems. the course also involves the wiring of a
residential house project.
elm 2312 requires students to maintain a minimum of 95%
attendance. Attendance below 95%, may be made up by
completing 1- 3 credits make-up classes. the 1-3 credits make
up class will equal 3 days of attendance. this course must be
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pre-approved by the elm 2312 instructor. three days that are
less than full days (tardy or early leave) will equal one full day
absence. Course attendance below 95% will result in retaking
this course.
ELM 2401 PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS THEORY AND
DESIGN
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: elm 1005, 1101, 1201 classes or approval of
instructor.
Photovoltaic (PV) Systems theory and Design covers the
introduction of photovoltaic fundamentals, terms, applications
and applicable national electrical Code articles. this is the first
of two courses to prepare students for the north American
board of Certified energy Practitioners (nAbCeP) entry level
Certificate of Knowledge test.
national Standard Curriculum developed by the Department of
transportation (Dot). the goal is to provide students with the
core knowledge, skills, and attitudes to function in the capacity
of a First Responder. the First Responder uses limited
amounts of equipment to perform initial assessment and
intervention and is trained to assist other emS providers. this
level is not intended to be utilized as the minimum staffing for a
basic life Support (blS) ambulance. it is recognized there may
be additional specific education, i.e., vital signs, oxygen,
advanced airways, automated external defibrillators, and
spineboards which may differ from locality to locality via
medical direction.
EMPLOYMENT SKILLS
EMPL 1120 CHOOSING A MAJOR / CAREER
Credits: 1
ELM 2402 PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS INSTALLATION,
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: elm 1101, elm 1201, elm 1005, and elm
2401.
Photovoltaic (PV) Systems installation and maintenance covers
the installation and commissioning of various photovoltaic
systems and applicable national electrical Code articles. this
is the second of two courses to prepare students for the north
American board of Certified energy Practitioners (nAbCeP) entry
level Certificate of Knowledge test.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
EMS 1500 FIRST AID AND CPR (ADULT, CHILD AND
INFANT)
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
First Aid and CPR (Adult, Child and infant) covers basic first aid
and CPR care to the injured. it provides the essential
information for developing the functional first-aid capabilities
required by automotive technicians, culinary arts, and other
interested groups.
EMS 1510 FIRST RESPONDER
Prerequisites: none.
Choosing a major/Career provides students the opportunity to
explore personality profiles and to assess interests, values,
aptitudes, and skills. using career selection inventories and
classification exercises, students will define goals and plan
educational pursuits. Registration priority is given to those
students in the Student Support Services Program.
EMPL 2515 EMPLOYMENT SKILLS
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
employment Skills is designed to help students obtain
employment in their field upon completion of their college
program. they will identify their employment objectives and
career goals, along with their strongest skills and abilities.
basic information about employee benefits will be presented.
Students will learn about effective job search techniques. they
will complete a job application properly and will produce formal
job search documents including a resume, cover letter,
references and thank you letter. Students will learn how to
conduct themself in a job interview, will practice answering
interview questions, and will participate in a professional mock
interview. they will be presented with information about
positive work ethic, job keeping skills and appropriate on-the-job
behavior. they will be exposed to information about diversity in
the workplace.
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: CPR for the Healthcare Provider is highly
encouraged.
the First Responder is an integral part of the emergency
medical Services System. this course follows the current
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ENGINEERING
ENGR 1010 INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING
and plane rigid bodies, and technical applications. this course
is intended for engineering majors and includes open-ended
design.
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
ENGR 2030 MECHANICS OF MATERIALS
introduction to engineering is an introduction to problem solving
methods, engineering curriculum, and computer applications in
engineering. in addition, students will explore educational and
professional career opportunities.
Credits: 3
ENGR 1030 INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING
APPLICATIONS
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: engR 1010 or enCR 1020 or instructor
consent.
introduction to engineering Applications is a continuation of an
introduction to the engineering profession. Students will be
introduced to several fields of engineering, including mechanics,
fluids, thermodynamics, electricity, and engineering
management. the activities will include investigating actual
engineering processes in the region, and student projects
involving the topics covered in the class.
ENGR 1510 DIGITAL LOGIC
Prerequisites: engR 2010.
mechanics of materials includes the study and analysis of
simple stress and strain, shear and bending moment, flexural
and shearing stresses in beams, combined stresses, deflection
of beams, statically indeterminate members, and columns.
ENGR 2061 ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
FUNDAMENTALS WITH LABORATORY
Credits: 4
Prerequisite: PHyS 2020.
Corequisite: mAtH 2210.
electrical engineering Fundamentals with laboratory is the first
course in electrical circuits for all engineering majors. the
foundations of electrical engineering introduced. these
concepts are used in developing the fundamentals of energy
conversions, electronics, and circuit theory. the lab component
provides hands-on learning of the lecture concepts and
introduces proper use of the laboratory equipment.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: mAtH 2101 or instructor consent.
Digital logic introduces the fundamentals of digital circuits
design, including logic gates, boolean algebra, Karnaugh maps,
mathematical operations, flip-flops, and counters. this course
is intended for electrical engineering majors and includes
laboratory.
ENGR 2010 STATICS
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Physics 2010.
Statics focuses on statics of particles, equivalent systems of
forces, rigid bodies, equilibrium of rigid bodies, centroids and
center of gravity, analysis of structures, friction, and the method
of virtual work. this is the first course in the mechanics
sequence for engineers and includes open-ended engineering
design.
ENGR 2071 LINEAR ELECTRIC CIRCUITS WITH
LABORATORY
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: engR 2061.
linear electric Circuits with laboratory examines linear electric
circuits in steady-state and transient conditions, single and
polyphase systems, transformers, filter design wave analysis,
and digital circuits. this course is intended for electrical and
some mechanical engineering majors. the lab component
provides hands-on learning of the lecture concepts and
introduces proper use of the laboratory equipment.
ENGLISH
ENGL 0890 BASIC ENGLISH 1
Credits: 3
ENGR 2020 DYNAMICS
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: PHyS 2010.
Dynamics focuses on the application of principles of particle
motion, conservation principles, dynamics of particle systems
Prerequisites: mandatory placement by score on english
assessment test or recommendation of instructor.
the main purpose of basic english i is to develop students'
skills in recognizing parts of sentences and to increase
students' competencies in composing them. Special emphasis
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will be placed on eliminating sentence errors (run-ons, comma
splices, and fragments.) Writing assignments will emphasize
skills in paragraph construction.
persuasive writing, argumentation and logical reasoning,
synthesis, evaluation, and problem solving.
ENGL 1130 SCIENCE FICTION
ENGL 0900 BASIC ENGLISH 2
Credits: 3
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: engl 1060.
Prerequisites: minimum grade of "C" in engl 0890 or
placement examination.
MNTC goal area: (6) Humanities & Fine Arts, Area C; (9) ethic
and Civic Responsibility.
basic english 2 is a writing course which progresses from
composition of expository paragraphs to composition of
expository essays using several methods of rhetorical
development. Students will also review rules of grammar and
techniques for writing clear, fluent sentences.
Science Fiction provides students an opportunity to think
critically and creatively about the values, ethics and choices
that shape the future. Students evaluate works by leading
science fiction writers and examine the major patterns and
trends in the genre. Science fiction is a genre that has grown
out of the rapid change brought about by modern technology,
and in this course students discover a mythology that explains
who we are, what possible futures await, and humankind's
ethical and civic responsibility for shaping change rather than
blindly accepting it.
ENGL 1060 FRESHMAN COMPOSITION
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Satisfactory performance on english placement
examination and/or completion of engl 0900 with a grade of
"C" or higher
MNTC goal area: (1) Communications.
Freshman Composition focuses on learning the process of
writing expository essays, including cause and effect,
classification, comparison and contrast, illustration and
description, definition, argumentation and persuasion, and
analysis. Writing assignments emphasize collaborative
learning, peer editing, and individual evaluation.
ENGL 1070 TECHNICAL REPORT WRITING
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal area: (1) Communications.
technical Report Writing is a course that covers the practice of
writing various technical documents ranging from the
memorandum, letter of application and resume, reports,
analysis/description to the major analytical research project.
this course is designed for students in professional, technical,
and science programs.
ENGL 1090 ADVANCED COMPOSITION
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Completion of engl 1060 with a grade of C or
better.
MNTC goal area: (1) Communications.
Advanced Composition is an advanced freshman-level
composition course which places particular emphasis upon the
development of writing and discussion skills which reflect
library research and analytical procedures, critical thinking,
ENGL 1150 MULTI-CULTURAL LITERATURE
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: engl 1060.
MNTC goal area: (6) Humanities & Fine Arts, Area C; and (7)
Human Diversity.
multi-Cultural literature provides the student an opportunity to
gain an understanding and an awareness of cultural diversity in
America. the study includes the conflicts and motivations,
successes and failures, dreams and nightmares of those from
different ethnic origins, economic backgrounds, and religious
beliefs. this course offers the student an opportunity to
further develop both the ability to analyze the readings as
works of literature and to write clear and convincing prose.
ENGL 1170 FILM
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: engl 1060.
MNTC goal area: (6) Humanities & Fine Arts, Area C; and (8)
global Perspective.
Film is an introductory course in which students analyze
American and foreign films in order to gain an understanding
and appreciation of film as an art form. the course focuses on
how cinematic techniques affect production, quality, and
meaning. Films representative of realism, classicism, and
formalism and the directors who produced them are analyzed.
Students will gain an understanding of film through the
development of written and oral communication skills.
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ENGL 1180 ENVIRONMENTAL LITERATURE
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: engl 1060.
MNTC goal area: (6) Humanities & Fine Arts, Area C; (10)
People and the environment.
environmental literature focuses on the understanding and
analysis of humanity's relationship to its environment, as
revealed through particular genres, such as the short story,
essay, diary, and poetry. major themes studied are gaining
environmental awareness; understanding spiritual, symbolic,
and practical responses to the environment; conflicting
attitudes toward the environment; and achieving harmony with
the environment.
ENGL 1190 LIVES THROUGH LITERATURE
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: engl 1060.
MNTC goal area: (6) Humanities & Fine Arts, Area C; and (8)
global Perspective.
lives through literature introduces students to short stories,
essays, poems, plays, and a contemporary novel. the course
focuses on the analysis of selected works of world literature
with reference to plot, character, conflict, myth, imagery, and
structural patterns and forms. Students develop critical
reading, writing, and oral communication skills by using the
language of literary interpretation. emphasis is on
understanding and appreciating a wide range of culturally
diverse and gender-balanced literatures and the universal
themes contained therein.
ENGL 2100 CREATIVE WRITING
the seventeenth centuries, including the Canterbury tales, a
Shakespearean play, and Paradise lost. through class
discussion, writing, and analysis, students will be introduced to
literary interpretation and the evolution of english language and
literature from their beginnings to the late 1600's and to the
cultural and historical contexts of these works.
ENGL 2120 ENGLISH LITERATURE: 1700-1920
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: engl 1060.
MNTC goal area: (6) Humanities & Fine Arts, Area C.
in english literature: 1700-1920, students will read important
english poetry, prose, and drama of the late seventeenth,
eighteenth, nineteenth, and early twentieth centuries. through
reading, writing, and class discussion, students will be
introduced to literary interpretation and develop an
understanding of the evolution of english language and
literature and to the cultural and historical contexts of these
works.
ENGL 2210 AMERICAN LITERATURE TO 1865
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: engl 1060.
MNTC goal area: (6) Humanities & Fine Arts, Area C.
American literature to 1865 is a study of representative writers
from the Colonial Period to the Romantic Period. the course
introduces students to literary interpretation as they examine
the works and literary characteristics of these writers from a
historical perspective. emphasis is on discovering the cultural
and social relationships that shaped the emerging American
literature.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: engl 1060 or equivalent.
ENGL 2220 AMERICAN LITERATURE 1865 TO 1980
MNTC goal area: (6) Humanities & Fine Arts, Area b.
Credits: 3
Creative Writing is a course in the writing of poetry, fiction,
creative non-fiction and/or drama, depending on students’
needs and interest. Participants will be responsible both for
submission of and critical attention to a variety of manuscripts,
which will be assigned in different points-of-view and forms.
Critical skills will be developed by close reading of outside and
inside texts.
Prerequisites: engl 1060.
ENGL 2110 ENGLISH LITERATURE: 700-1700
MNTC goal area: (6) Humanities & Fine Arts, Area C.
American literature: 1865 to 1980 is a study of representative
writers from the Age of Realism to contemporary literature after
the Vietnam War. the course introduces students to literary
interpretation as they examine the works and literary
characteristics of these writers. emphasis is on tracing the
development of a major national literature and discovering the
ideas and the cultural and social relationships that shaped it.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: engl 1060.
in english literature: 700-1700, students will read major works
of english poetry, prose, and drama from the eighth through
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ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
GERONTOLOGY/ELDER CARE
ENSC 1050 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
GERO 1010 PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF AGING
Credits: 3
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal area: (3) natural Science; (10) People and the
environment.
Physical Aspects of Aging is a study of the physiological
changes associated with aging. topics include: analysis of how
aging affects each body system, aging theories, common
diseases, medication management, and health and wellness
strategies.
environmental Science emphasizes the relationship of humans
to the environment. topics covered include ecological
principles, energy use, pollution, waste, population, and natural
resources. Causes, effects, and solutions dealing with
environmental problems will be emphasized. environmental
sampling and laboratory investigations of environmental
problems are important components of this course. Field trips
to various sites in the region will be taken.
GEOGRAPHY
GERO 1020 MENTAL HEALTH & AGING
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
mental Health & Aging covers normal adult psychological
development, intelligence, learning behavior, and memory.
mental health disruptions and dementias in the older adult will
also be discussed.
GEOG 1100 HUMAN GEOGRAPHY
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: College-level reading ability required.
GERO 1030 PROFESSIONAL BOUNDARIES, ETHICS,
AND THE ELDERLY
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences, (8)
global Perspective.
Credits: 2
Human geography is an introductory survey which examines
how humankind has shaped its environment and how that
environment continues to shape daily life. topics include
population change and growth, migration, culture's impact on
the natural environment and the environment's role in shaping
culture. language and geography, religion and natural
surroundings, political units and the environment, the land and
agricultural and industrial societies, urban geography in the
modern age, humankind's impact on the environment, and the
future of our global geographic world are also discussed.
Professional boundaries, ethics, and the elderly is designed to
encourage students to critically examine their own and others’
values and ethical principles as they relate to professional
health services for the elderly. the class will provide an
opportunity for students to explore professional relationships
and boundary issues when working with the elderly population.
Key topics include understanding professional responsibility,
advocacy, legal implications, and accountability.
Prerequisites: none.
GERO 1040 PROGRAMS AND SERVICES IN AGING
Credits: 1
GEOLOGY
GEOL 1010 PHYSICAL GEOLOGY
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal area: (3) natural Science.
Physical geology is an introduction to the basic processes
which shape earth's crust. Plate tectonics, rock types, geologic
landscapes, and the dynamic processes which produce those
landscapes are major topics. the geology of minnesota will be
emphasized in laboratory and field portions of the course.
Field sessions will be arranged with the class.
Prerequisites: none.
Programs and Services in Aging will examine social and
healthcare policies and programs affecting the elderly
population. Students will explore programs currently available to
the elderly population. the impact of trends and changes in
services for the elderly are discussed.
GERO 1060 NUTRITION FOR THE ELDERLY
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
nutrition for the elderly focuses on the specific nutritional
needs and problems in the older adult. topics include
nutritional requirements, diet modifications, body system
changes, medication issues, and barriers to proper nutrition.
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GERO 1070 PROVIDING CARE TO THE CLIENT WITH
DEMENTIA
HLTH 1050 CHEMICAL AWARENESS
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
Prerequisites: none.
Chemical Awareness covers the history, pharmacology, and
physical and psychological aspects of drug abuse. the class
provides an opportunity for candid and open discussions on
social, legal, political and philosophical questions associated
with the use of various drugs.
Providing Care to the Client with Dementia studies the various
types of dementia, with a focus on Alzheimer’s Disease. unique
caregiver strategies will be addressed, including safety and
behavioral issues. other topics include choosing care providers,
financial concerns and legal issues. this course is for all
persons who provide care and services to the person with
dementia.
Credits: 3
HLTH 1070 FIRST/AID CPR
Credits: 2
GERO 1080 DEATH, DYING, AND BEREAVEMENT
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
Death, Dying, and bereavement provides an understanding of
the social process of death and dying, both in terms of one’s
own death and that of others. includes approaches to meet the
end-of-life needs of older adults.
HEALTH
Prerequisites: none.
the purpose of First Aid/CPR is to train laypersons to respond
appropriately to emergency situations. the course content and
activities prepare an individual to better recognize emergencies,
make first aid decisions, and provide care with little or no first
aid supplies or equipment. this course teaches the skills
needed to manage emergency situations until emergency
medical services personnel arrive. American Red Cross
‘Responding to emergencies’ certification will be awarded upon
completion of the course with a grade of C or better,
demonstrating competency in each skill, and required clock
hours of attendance.
HLTH 1010 PERSONAL AND COMMUNITY HEALTH
Credits: 3
HLTH 1150 WELLNESS
Prerequisites: none.
Credits: 2
Personal and Community Health introduces the five dynamic
dimensions of personal and community health. issues covered
include personal fitness, chemical substances, mental health,
stress management, nutrition, human sexuality, diseases,
consumerism, environmental influences, and death and dying.
this class is intended for students interested in exploring the
current health issues affecting today’s society.
Prerequisites: none.
Wellness is an introductory class exploring basic wellness and
fitness concepts and their application to daily life. Students
assess personal levels of flexibility, muscular strength and
endurance, cardio-respiratory endurance, body composition,
nutritional intake and needs, stress, and risks of contracting
various diseases. Students actively participate in lab activities
and design and implement a personal wellness program.
HLTH 1030 STRESS MANAGEMENT
Credits: 3
HLTH 2010 FUNDAMENTALS OF NUTRITION
Prerequisites: none.
Credits: 2
Stress management is a course designed to expose students
to a holistic approach to managing stress. Principles, theories,
and skills needed to effectively manage personal stress will be
explored. both cognitive (coping) skills and a host of relaxation
strategies and techniques with the intention to prevent and/or
alleviate the symptoms of stress will also be addressed. this
course is intended for students interested in applying effective
strategies for stress reduction.
Prerequisites: none.
Fundamentals of nutrition is the study of the basic concepts
and principles of nutrition. topics covered are energy,
carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, water, and the
diet through the life-cycle. Personal nutritional analysis and the
relationship between diet and disease are also addressed.
this class is intended for nursing students, allied health
majors, and the general public.
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HEATING AND COOLING TECHNICIAN
HCT 1500 INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRICITY
HCT 1520 REFRIGERANT CERTIFICATION
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
introduction to electricity covers basic electricity and the
circuits, wiring diagrams, schematic diagrams and electrical
symbols that a service technician will encounter when servicing
heating, air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment. Apply
ohm’s law to solve problems in series, parallel and
series/parallel circuits. Describe basic safety rules to measure
electrical circuits.
HCT 1505 REFRIGERATION THEORY
Refrigerant Certification covers the information required to
successfully pass section 608 of the Clean Air Act (1990). this
course also covers information regarding the recovery, recycling,
and reclamation of refrigerants, as well as new laws governing
the use of refrigerants. Students are given the opportunity to
take an ePA refrigerant certification exam after completion of
this course.
HISTORY
Credits: 3
HIST 1055 EUROPEAN HISTORY: ANCIENT TO 1789
Prerequisites: none.
Credits: 3
in Refrigeration theory, the student will study the theory of
refrigeration involving temperature/pressure relationship, heat
transfer, sensible and latent heat, and laws of refrigeration.
Students will study the mechanical refrigeration cycle, including
compressors, metering devices, evaporators and condensers.
Students will demonstrate and become proficient in the use of
specialty hand tools and power equipment used to service,
install and maintain refrigeration equipment.
Prerequisites: College-level reading ability is required.
HCT 1510 RESIDENTIAL REFRIGERATION
TECHNOLOGY
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: HCt 1500, HCt 1505.
Residential Refrigeration technology covers residential
refrigeration systems, refrigerants, electrical components,
refrigeration system construction, proper methods of
evacuation and charging. Procedural troubleshooting and repair
skills for electrical and sealed system repair of domestic
refrigerators and freezers.
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences, (8)
global Perspective.
european History: Ancient to 1789 is a survey of european
history from ancient times to the French Revolution (1789).
the events of this era are examined from political, economic,
military, and social perspectives.
HIST 1060 EUROPEAN HISTORY: 1789 TO THE
PRESENT
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: College-level reading ability is required.
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences, (8)
global Perspective.
european History: 1789 to the Present is a survey of european
history from the French Revolution (1789) to the present. the
events of this era are examined from political, economic,
military, and social perspectives.
HIST 1150 AMERICAN INDIAN HISTORY
HCT 1515 LIGHT COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION
SYSTEMS
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: HCt1500, HCt1505, HCt1510.
light Commercial Refrigeration Systems covers troubleshooting,
repair, maintenance of light commercial refrigeration equipment
including walk-in/reach-in coolers, freezers and commercial ice
machines. instruction will be given on various electrical and
mechanical components specific to commercial refrigeration
and ice machine service. the electrical and mechanical
systems will be connected, operated observed and tested.
Credits:
3
Prerequisites: College-level reading is required.
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences; (7)
Human Diversity.
American indian History surveys the history of American indians
in north America from pre-Columbian times to the present.
topics include pre-Columbian history and cultural adaptations;
cultural clashes in colonial America; u.S. expansion on the
frontier; the indian wars (1783-1890); reservation life;
assimilation and adaptation; and cultural revival in the 20th
century.
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HIST 1250 U.S. HISTORY TO 1877
HIST 1400 MODERN ASIA
Credits: 3
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: College-level reading ability is required.
Prerequisites: College-level reading ability is required.
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences; (7)
Human Diversity.
modern Asia is a survey of cultural, political, economic, and
social developments in modern Asia since the 1600's and
provides an introduction to Asian religion, philosophy, and
culture. Readings and lectures focus on east (China, Japan,
Korea), Southeast (indochina, indonesia, Philippines, malaysia,
thailand, burma), and South (india, Pakistan, bangladesh, Sri
lanka) Asia. Recent and contemporary changes in Asia are
emphasized.
u.S. History to 1877 is a survey of u.S. history from european
discovery in the 1400's to Reconstruction (1865-1877). the
events of this era are examined from political, economic,
military, and social perspectives. Detailed attention will be give
to the process of exploration and settlement; cultural clashes
in colonial north America; diversity in colonial settlements; the
American Revolution and its outcomes; formation of the
Constitution and new nation; industrialization and the
movement westward; the era of reform; the path to the Civil
War; the Civil War; and Reconstruction.
HIST 1260 U.S. HISTORY: 1877 TO THE PRESENT
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: College-level reading ability is required.
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences; (7)
Human Diversity.
u.S. History: 1877 to the Present is a survey of u.S. history
from the end of Reconstruction (1877) to the present. the
events of this era are examined from political, economic,
military, and social perspectives. Detailed attention will be
given to industrial and political developments, urbanization, and
immigration in the gilded Age; the conquest of the great Plains
and the diverse western frontier; the Progressive era and
reform; the Roaring 20s; the great Depression and the new
Deal; World War ii and its aftermath; suburban life in the Cold
War years (1945-1960); Cold War rivalries; the tempestuous
1960s and 1970s; a conservative shift in the 1980s and
1990s; America in the 21st century.
HIST 2100 DIVIDED AMERICA 1960-1980
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: College-level reading ability is required.
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences; (7)
Human Diversity.
Divided America 1960-1980 is a survey of political, economic,
social, and cultural events from the election of John Kennedy in
1960 to Ronald Reagan’s election in 1980. A significant
portion of the course focuses on the major social movements
of the era.
HIST 2200 MINNESOTA HISTORY
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: College-level reading ability is required.
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences; (7)
Human Diversity.
minnesota History offers a general survey of the state’s
political, cultural, social, economic, and intellectual history from
prehistoric times to the present. this class is especially suited
for prospective elementary and secondary teachers and for
anyone with a general interest in the State’s history.
HIST 1300 THE HISTORY OF FOOD AND CULTURE
Credits: 3
HIST 2300 WORLD WAR II
Prerequisites: none.
Credits: 3
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences, (8)
global Perspective.
Prerequisites: College-level reading ability is required.
the History of Food and Culture is a course designed to
introduce students to food’s place in the culture and history of
selected world geographical areas (regions may change with
each new offering of the course). the student will mix learning
in the classroom and/or online and in the culinary lab.
elements of culinary science, history, anthropology, religion, and
geography will be included in course materials. this class may
be repeated once for elective credit.
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences; (7)
Human Diversity.
World War ii surveys the history of the era from 1933 to 1945.
the emphasis is on a global perspective on the war's causes
and effects. the events of 1933-1945 are examined from
political, economic, military, intellectual, and social
perspectives. the war's course in europe, east Asia, Southeast
Asia, the Americas, Africa, and the middle east is examined.
the course will also focus on life on the homefront during the
war, on the impact of the Holocaust, and on the era's major
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personalities (i.e. Roosevelt, Churchill, mussolini, tojo, Hitler,
Ho Chi minh, gandhi, mao zhe Dung, Jiang Jieshi). the course
concludes with a detailed look at the war's effects on the 20th
and 21st century world.
HIST 2310 THE AMERICAN WEST
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: College-level reading ability is required.
the American West surveys the history of the trans-mississippi
West, focusing particularly on the period from 1800 to the
present. the events of this era are examined from political,
economic, military, intellectual, and social perspectives. the
interaction between euro-Americans and Hispanic, American
indian, African American, and Asian immigrant populations and
the impact of the mining, timber, ranching, and farming
industries on the environment will be examined in some detail.
IST 1150 WELDING TECHNOLOGIES
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
Welding technologies introduces students to occupational
welding and cutting processes and the related safety practices.
Students will become familiar with welding principles and
techniques, AnSi/AWS z49.1 safety standards, metallurgy,
electrical principles, and filler metal types and application.
IST 1250 MOBILE AND PROCESS EQUIPMENT 1
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
mobile and Process equipment operations 1 provides a handson introduction to safe and efficient industrial equipment
operations. Students will learn basic preventive maintenance,
troubleshooting, and operation of equipment such as forklifts,
skidsteers, carrydeck cranes, and simulators.
HIST 2580 THE VIETNAM WAR
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: College-level reading ability is required.
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences, (8)
global Perspective.
the Vietnam War examines the Vietnam conflict as a divisive
event in world history that had far-reaching repercussions for
modern America and Southeast Asia. this course surveys
America's involvement in Southeast Asia from the early 1900s
to the present and the war's impact on America and indochina
since the 1940s.
INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY
IST 1050 INTRODUCTION TO INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS
TECHNOLOGY
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
introduction to industrial Systems technology introduces
students to the careers, skill requirements, production
practices and economic considerations important in today's
industry. the course covers industrial operations with a total
systems approach, safety and worker's rights,
employee/employer ethics, economics, sustainability, and lean
production through a combination of lecture, labs and tours of
regional employers.
IST 1350 INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY MATH LAB 1
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: grade of C or better in math 0921 or placement
exam.
industrial technology math lab 1 presents essential math
concepts as they relate to industrial technologies through labbased work. Students will learn critical thinking and
problem-solving working through industry-specific examples and
actual applications. topics include essential math concepts, 2D
and 3D measurement, and blueprint reading and sketching.
IST 1450 INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY MATH LAB 2
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: iSt 1350.
industrial technology math lab 2 builds upon the skills learned
in math lab 1 with continued industry-specific, lab-based
mathematics work. Students will apply critical thinking and
problem solving as they solve real-world mathematical
applications. topics include advanced mathematic concepts,
measurement, blueprint reading and sketching, and rigging.
IST 1550 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS 1
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
mechanical Systems 1 provides a foundation upon which
courses in industrial Systems technology are built. Students
will learn the fundamentals of bearings, lubrication, rigging, and
basic mechanical troubleshooting.
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IST 1950 INTEGRATED PROJECTS 1
IST 2350 INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Credits: 1
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
Prerequisites: iSt 1450.
integrated Projects 1 provides an accumulated, hands-on
application of academic skills learned in Semesters 1 and 2
through a large-scale, project-based learning assignment.
Students will prepare and complete a project (with instructor’s
approval) from inception to finished product.
industrial electrical Systems introduces the student to practical
electrical knowledge needed in an industrial setting. the
course will encompass basic electrical theory, electrical safety
and motor control.
IST 2450 INDUSTRIAL FLUID POWER 2
IST 2050 INDUSTRIAL FLUID POWER
Credits: 3
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: iSt 2050.
Prerequisites: iSt 1350.
industrial Fluid Power 2 continues the study of pressure, flow,
speed, and efficiency rating factors in fluid power systems
design and operation. Students will troubleshoot simple
hydraulic circuits and perform hands-on applications of
programmable and electrically controlled hydraulic systems.
industrial Fluid Power 1 introduces the principles and
importance of pressure, flow, speed, and efficiency rating
factors in fluid power. Students will learn the basic concepts of
hydraulics, the connection and operation of simple practical
hydraulic circuits, design and operation of these simple circuits,
and the connection and operation of functional hydraulic
circuits using accumulators, hydraulic motors, pressurereducing valves, and remotely controlled pressure relief valves.
IST 2550 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS 2
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: iSt 1550.
IST 2150 INDUSTRIAL MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGY
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: iSt 1450.
industrial machine tool technology introduces the fundamental
concepts and procedures necessary for the safe and efficient
use of basic machine tools. topics include safety and
terminology, tools usage, precision layout and measurements,
quality control processes, and operations of equipment such as
drill presses, metal lathes, vertical milling machines, and bench
grinders.
IST 2250 MOBILE AND PROCESS EQUIPMENT
OPERATIONS 2
mechanical Systems 2 builds upon concepts learned in
mechanical Systems 1 with advanced applications in bearings,
rigging techniques, and troubleshooting. Students will explore
the principles of pumps, valves, and product conveying
systems.
IST 2650 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS 3
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: iSt 2550.
mechanical Systems 3 advances the study of mechanical
systems with applications in troubleshooting and
predictive/proactive maintenance. Students will explore the
principles of lubrication systems, alignment, and drive
components.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
mobile and Process equipment operations 2 continues
students’ hands-on education in equipment operations.
Students will learn basic predictive maintenance,
troubleshooting and operations of equipment such as
articulating loaders, manlifts, skidsteer implements, mini
excavators, dump trucks, conveyors, and stationary boilers.
IST 2750 INTEGRATED PROJECTS 2
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: iSt 1950.
integrated Projects 2 provides hands-on application of
academic skills learned in first semester of year two through a
project-based learning assignment. Students will prepare and
complete a project (with instructor’s approval) from inception to
finished project.
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IST 2950 INTEGRATED PROJECTS 3
LAW 1515 MINNESOTA STATUTES
Credits: 2
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: iSt 2750.
Prerequisites: none.
integrated Projects 3 (Capstone) advances the hands-on
application of program learning with the assembly, testing,
trouble-shooting, and dismantling of individual capstone
projects. Students will prepare and complete a project (with
instructor’s approval).
minnesota Statutes covers a study of mn Chapter 609 of the
minnesota Criminal Code and the selected statutes used more
frequently by law enforcement officers. these statutes are
analyzed and applied to hypothetical situations. included are
definitions and terms.
LAW 1528 POLICE AND THE COMMUNITY
INFORMATION STUDIES
INFS 1000 INFORMATION LITERACY – A BASIC
FOUNDATION
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: College reading level recommended.
information literacy provides a basic foundation and
introduction to developing information skills. the course will
include: an understanding of how information and knowledge
are produced and organized, how to find information, how to
locate information using print and non-print resources, how to
evaluate print and non-print resources, and an overview of
intellectual freedom and copyright alongside the political and
societal movements that influence them.
LAW ENFORCEMENT
LAW 1510 INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE IN
SOCIETY
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
introduction to Criminal Justice in Society will introduce the
student to the history and principles of law enforcement. the
student will identify the Criminal Justice System, including
prosecution, courts, and corrections. the student will describe
the functions of State and Federal law enforcement agencies.
LAW 1512 TRAFFIC LAW
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
traffic law is an introduction to the elements of traffic offenses.
these elements are analyzed and applied to hypothetical
situations. included are definitions and terms. this course
covers instruction in minnesota automobile insurance law
(Chapter 65b), motor vehicle registration law (Chapter 168),
traffic law (Chapter 169), and driver’s license law (Chapter
171).
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
Police and the Community focuses on the basic elements of
any crime prevention program and ways in which policecommunity relations develop effective law enforcement.
emphasis is placed on dealing with minority communities which
stresses developing the interpersonal skills needed to build
good relationships within the community.
LAW 1538 JUVENILE JUSTICE
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
Juvenile Justice covers the complete range of contacts that law
enforcement officers may have with juveniles. An introduction
to the Juvenile Court System establishes the philosophy and
theory for law enforcement when dealing with juveniles.
Juvenile delinquency, petty juvenile offenders, juvenile traffic
offenders, and Children in need of Protection and Services
(CHiPS) are the focuses of this course. Students learn to
identify techniques, procedures, and statutes that apply to law
enforcement officers when dealing with juveniles.
LAW 1544 POLICE REPORT WRITING
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: engl 1060 or instructor approval.
Police Report Writing is a study of the importance of taking
effective complete notes, then transcribing the information into
clear, complete, concise, police reports. this includes
preserving a chain of evidence through accurate reports. the
common types of report forms currently in use are included.
Writing complete and accurate police reports will be required.
LAW 1550 STREET SURVIVAL
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none. this course must have a doctor’s signoff
for physical activity.
Street Survival is designed for the new law enforcement cadet
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and is designed to enhance their physical fitness level with
physical conditioning utilizing a rigorous exercise program
combined with a martial arts style conditioning including
sparring. the class will be taught in a disciplined martial arts
atmosphere and will be structured to teach the cadet the skills
they need to survive a street encounter using hand and foot
striking techniques. the cadet will learn how to block and
strike with their hands and feet though sparring exercises. the
cadet should expect to be hit and to hit back in the exercises
however, special equipment will be required.
probable cause, admissions, confessions, identification
procedures, and evidence. this course includes the study of the
bill of Rights, search and seizure, the exclusionary rule. the
focus is to provide the entry level peace officer with a practical
working knowledge of the constitutional issues that relate to
the collection, recovery, and preservation of evidence in criminal
cases.
LAW 2412 NIGHT PATROL TACTICS
Credits: 1
this course is a prerequisite for the defensive tactics program.
LAW 1581 BEGINNING SPARRING
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: enrolled as a law enforcement cadet and
passing the physical agility test with 80%.
beginning Sparring is designed for the law enforcement cadet
with little or not fighting experience. the class is taught in a
disciplined martial arts atmosphere. Cadets learn how to block
and strike with their hands and feet through sparring exercises.
Cadets should expect to be hit and to hit back in the exercises,
and special equipment will be required. this course is
designed to enhance, not replace, cadets’ defensive tactics
program or spontaneous knife defense.
LAW 1582 ADVANCED SPARRING
Prerequisites: lAW 1521, lAW 2510, lAW 2512.
night Patrol tactics provides an opportunity to experience
training for night conditions. traditional law enforcement
training has been found to limit night training for various
reasons. Consideration should be given to providing some
training normally offered during daylight at night as well.
training that reflects actual work conditions assists in
identifying problem areas that require special attention for
officers to conduct their duties both effectively and safely.
LAW 2421 TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: lAW 1512.
traffic enforcement covers instruction and practical experience
in radar operation, accident investigation, radio procedures, and
defensive/evasive driving.
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: enrolled as a law enforcement cadet and have
lAW 1550, certifications in golden gloves, green belt or higher
in Karate, or any other background will require instructor
approval.
Advanced Sparring requires some organized fighting experience.
this course will recognize lAW 1550 Street Survival, a
minimum rank of green belt in Karate, or a golden gloves
sparring background. the class is taught in a disciplined
martial arts atmosphere. Cadets learn how to block and strike
with their hands and feet through sparring exercises. Cadets
should expect to be hit and to hit back in the exercises;
however special equipment will be required which the cadet will
be required to obtain. this course is designed to enhance, not
replace, cadets’ defensive tactics or spontaneous knife
defense program.
LAW 1590 PROCEDURAL LAW
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Recommended lAW 1510, lAW 1515.
Procedural law provides a framework for criminal procedure
including individual rights, the criminal court system, arrest,
LAW 2440 FIREARMS
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: lAW 1515, lAW 1544, lAW 1590, lAW 2531,
and completion of the first year law enforcement program.
Firearms covers the use of deadly force, firearms safety, care
and cleaning of service weapons, and firearms shooting
principles.
LAW 2452 INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: lAW 1515, lAW 1544, and lAW 1590 or
instructor consent.
interviewing techniques covers proper procedures for
interviewing and interrogation of victims, witnesses, and
suspects. this course explores interviewing burglary victims,
robbery victims, sexual assault victims, and child victims as
well as victims of other types of crime. taking statements from
victims, witnesses, and suspects will be included. Written
reports will be expected on all projects.
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LAW 2460 STANDARDIZED FIELD SOBRIETY TESTING
Credits: 1
patients/clients, and to develop empathy for various mental
health issues.
Prerequisites: lAW 1512 or instructor consent.
Standardized Field Sobriety testing covers instruction in DWi
traffic enforcement, field sobriety testing, horizontal gaze
nystagmus, and divided attention testing.
LAW 2510 DEFENSIVE TACTICS
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: lAW 1550 and pass the HCC law enforcement
Cooper test with a minimum score of 74% or instructor
approval.
Defensive tactics includes basic techniques on how to best
defend against certain common types of attack and the
reasonable force necessary to overcome the resistance being
offered. Analyses of physical confrontations and principles are
demonstrated with practical exercises. this course aids in
reducing the likelihood of injury to the peace officer, minimizing
the use of excessive force, and creating a positive self-image
with physical and mental conditioning.
LAW 2523 SUBSTANCE USE, INVESTIGATION, AND
IDENTIFICATION
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
Substance use, investigation, and identification follows a
lecture and discussion format. both legal and illegal
substances and implications for their use and abuse are
presented. Drug abuse prevention, enforcement, and drug
identification are explored. the social and health
consequences of these drugs are discussed followed by an indepth review of the drugs most commonly abused in our
schools and neighborhoods. An overview of the international
and domestic drug trafficking problem is offered providing an
understanding of the origins of illicit drugs. Finally, drug-related
crime is discussed in the context of predatory, political, and
criminal behavior related to the drug trade.
LAW 2525 BASIC INTRODUCTION TO MENTAL HEALTH
AND CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
basic introduction to mental Health and Chemical Dependency
familiarizes students with various aspects of mental health and
chemical dependency. on-site experiences are provided in a
mental health setting and a chemical dependency treatment
setting. opportunities are provided for students to assist
professional staff, observe activities and behaviors of
LAW 2531 BASIC FIREARMS
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: enrollment in law enforcement program.
basic Firearms includes basic fundamentals of handgun
shooting. nomenclature of firearms, use of force, and statutes
regulating use of force are included.
LAW 2532 DRUG INVESTIGATION AND IDENTIFICATION
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
Drug investigation and identification follows a lecture and
discussion format. both licit and illicit substances and
implications for their use and abuse are presented. Drug
abuse prevention, enforcement, and drug identification are
explored. the social and health consequences of these drugs
are discussed followed by an in-depth review of the drugs most
commonly abused in our schools and neighborhoods. An
overview of the international and domestic drug trafficking
problem is offered providing an understanding of the origins of
illicit drugs. Finally, drug-related crime is discussed in the
context of predatory, political, and criminal behavior related to
the drug trade.
LAW 2540 P.O.S.T. PREP
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: Completion of 50 credits of law enforcement
Program.
P.o.S.t. Prep covers a review of the minnesota Professional
Peace officer education Program objectives. the purpose of
this course is to prepare the student to take the peace officer
licensing exam.
LAW 2542 NATURAL RESOURCES AND RECREATIONAL
ENFORCEMENT
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
natural Resources and Recreational enforcement is designed
for people who may be involved in the enforcement of natural
Resources laws or those relating to recreational vehicles. this
course will also include an overview of the history, philosophy
and methodology of natural Resources enforcement in
minnesota.
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LAW 2545 CIVIL PROCESS
LAW 2595 CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION
Credits: 1
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
Prerequisites: lAW 1544 or instructor approval.
Civil Process provides entry level law enforcement officers,
particularly those aspiring to work for a sheriffs department,
with a basic understanding of civil process types, requirements,
and methods. the civil court process will be explained as well
as the types and methods of service used in the service of civil
process.
Criminal investigation is a study of the responsibilities and
duties of the first officer on the scene conducting a preliminary
investigation. this course also includes techniques to
investigate the crimes of theft, forgery, auto theft, burglary,
robbery, assaults, sexual assaults, arson, bombs, explosives,
vice, and death.
LAW 2550 FIELD TRAINING EXPERIENCE
LAW 2596 CRIME SCENE PROCESSING
Credits: 2
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: Completion of 32 first year credits or equivalent
of same.
Prerequisites: lAW 1544 or instructor approval.
Field training experience provides practical training by the
Hibbing Police Department Field training officers. Students will
ride along with full-time officers. Students will be expected to
complete the daily task of a police officer.
LAW 2570 CRIME PREVENTION
Crime Scene Processing is a study of the responsibilities and
duties of the first officer on the scene conducting a preliminary
investigation of a crime scene. included are the recognition,
preservation, and recovery of physical evidence, crime scene
photography, sketching, and the recovery of latent fingerprints.
Students will learn skills needed to “book” prisoners such as
taking rolled fingerprints.
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
Crime Prevention from an applied perspective are strategies for
needs assessment, target hardening, risk management and an
understanding of the need for the involvement of other people
in crime prevention solutions. Students will be required to
identify a security or crime problem, collect and analyze existing
data and develop an intervention strategy including a security
survey, educational program and effectiveness measures.
LAW 2597 SPONTANEOUS KNIFE DEFENSE
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: enrolled in law enforcement Program.
Spontaneous Knife Defense includes understanding the
different forms of knife attacks and how to defend against
those attacks. this course aids in reducing the likelihood of
serious injury to the officer while creating a positive self-image
with physical and mental conditioning.
LAW 2580 POLICE ETHICS
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
Police ethics includes definitions, perceptions, concerns, code
of honor, racial profiling, and history of police work environment.
this course alerts students to some of the more sensitive and
often problematic matters involved in police conduct and
ethics. Students will specify, where possible, actions and
inactions that are contrary to and that conflict with duties and
responsibilities of law enforcement officers, and guide officers
in conducting themselves and their affairs in a manner that
reflects department standards and professionalism as required
of law enforcement officers.
SKILLS COURSES FOR LAW
ENFORCEMENT
SKL 2661 PATROL PRACTICALS
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: lAW 1515, lAW 2510, lAW 2595. must meet
current eligibility requirements.
Patrol Practicals covers the types and methods of patrol and
factors involved in one’s perception and observation of others.
Factors and duties relative to patrol and basic communication
systems are covered. Proper patrol techniques relative to
pedestrian approaches and field interrogations are explored.
Handling inebriates and crisis situations are included. this
course includes knowledge and skills to preserve the peace
and tranquility of the community and to protect the lives and
property of the people who live in and visit that community.
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this course focuses on patrol functions and patrol techniques
relative to beat patrol. Practical exercises are used to
demonstrate safe and effective tactics. officer survival, crime
in progress, felony in progress, person searches, vehicle stops,
building searches, disturbance, handcuffing, hostages, and
barricaded suspects, and field problems are demonstrated with
examples and lecture.
SKL 2664 FIREARMS
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: lAW 1515, lAW 1534, lAW 2510. must meet
current eligibility requirements.
Firearms covers the use of deadly force, firearms safety, care
and cleaning of service weapons, and firearms shooting
principles. the course focuses on students’ decision-making
ability and firearms shooting ability.
SKL 2667 DEFENSIVE TACTICS
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: lAW 1515. must meet current eligibility
requirements. must meet all physical agility requirements.
Defensive tactics includes basic techniques on how to best
defend against certain common types of attack and reasonable
force necessary to overcome the resistance being offered.
Analyses of physical confrontations and principles are
demonstrated with practical exercises. this course aids in
reducing the likelihood of injury to the peace officer, minimizing
the use of excessive force, and creating a positive self image
with physical and mental conditioning.
MASS COMMUNICATION
MACO 1400 DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Credits: 3
SKL 2665 CRIME SCENE PROCESSING
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: lAW 1515, lAW 2595. must meet current
eligibility requirements.
Crime Scene Processing covers a study of responsibilities and
duties of officers conducting a preliminary investigation of a
crime scene including recognition, preservation, recovery of
physical evidence, crime scene photography, sketching and
recovery of latent fingerprints. the course focuses on lab
activities, developing skills relative to crime scene processing,
and evidence preservation. the course also covers proper
procedures for interviewing and interrogation of victims,
witnesses, and suspects.
Prerequisites: none.
Digital Photography will introduce students to the technical and
aesthetic aspects of digital photography, with emphasis on
artistic expression and photographic composition. topics
include: camera handling, exposure control, lenses, film,
lighting, and digital imaging techniques. this course requires
work in the multimedia computer labs and assignments that
may require photography off campus. the student must have
access to a digital camera with manual control of focus,
aperture, and shutter speed, and will be required to purchase
printing supplies throughout the semester.
MATHEMATICS
SKL 2666 TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT
MATH 0921 FUNDAMENTAL MATHEMATICS
Credits: 2
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: lAW 1512. must meet current eligibility
requirements.
Prerequisites: Placement exam.
traffic enforcement covers instruction and practical experience
in radar operation and Dui detection, testing, and processing.
Accident investigation and evasive driving are also components.
Students demonstrate their ability in simulated situations
through the use of appropriate methods and by preparing
concise, accurate reports. elements of traffic offenses are
analyzed and applied to hypothetical situations. Definitions and
terms are included. Students learn the basic theory and use of
radar and current trends of violations and arrest. Accident
investigations focus on basic on-scene investigations of traffic
accidents. evasive driving focuses on driving maneuvers.
Fundamental mathematics is a course designed to study
addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole
numbers, integers, decimals and fractions. it also covers the
concepts of ratio, percent, proportion, algebraic expressions,
linear equations, and applications. it may not be taken for
credit by students who have earned credit with a grade of “C”
or better in courses for which Fundamental mathematics is a
prerequisite.
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MATH 0971 BEGINNING ALGEBRA
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: mAtH 0920 with a grade of “C” or better,
placement exam, or equivalent.
beginning Algebra is designed to study operations on real
numbers, manipulations of basic algebraic expressions,
operations with linear and absolute value expressions, solving
equations and inequalities, graphs, functions, solving systems
of equations and inequalities, operations on polynomials and
polynomial functions including factoring, and applications. the
use of graphing utilities to solve equations and graph functions
will be investigated. beginning Algebra may not be taken for
credit by students who have earned credit with a grade of “C”
or better in courses for which beginning Algebra is a
prerequisite.
MATH 1020 ADVANCED ALGEBRA
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: mAtH 0971 with a grade of “C” or better, or
placement exam, or equivalent.
Advanced Algebra is designed to study manipulation of rational
expressions, solving rational equations, manipulation of radical
expressions and rational exponents, solving radical equations,
complex numbers, solving quadratic equations, parabolas,
exponential and logarithmic functions, inverse and composite
functions, conic sections, nonlinear systems of equations, and
applications.
MATH 1030 MATHEMATICS FOR INFORMATION
SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Placement exam or mAtH 0921 with a grade of
“C” or better.
mathematics for information Systems technology covers topics
which include problem-solving, number theory, introductory
algebra, sets, counting, introductory probability and statistics,
mathematics of personal finance, and number systems with
bases other than ten. this course is not part of the minnesota
transfer Curriculum.
MATH 1040 COLLEGE ALGEBRA
functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, systems of
equations and matrices, conic sections, and the binomial
theorem.
MATH 1100 FINITE MATHEMATICS
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: mAtH 1020 with a grade of “C” or better, or
equivalent, or placement test.
MNTC goal area: (4) math/logical Reasoning.
in Finite mathematics, the students study systems of linear
equations and inequalities, matrices, linear programming by the
geometric and simplex methods, counting, probability, an
introduction to statistics, mathematics of finance, and
mathematical models.
MATH 1140 LIBERAL ARTS MATHEMATICS
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: mAtH 0971 with a grade of “C” or better, or
placement exam.
MNTC goal area: (4) math/logical Reasoning.
liberal Arts mathematics topics include problem solving and
critical thinking, sequences, consumer mathematics and
financial management, measurement, geometry, counting
methods and probability theory, and statistics.
MATH 1145 INTRODUCTION TO THE MATHEMATICAL
SCIENCES
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: mAtH 0971 with a grade of C or better or
placement exam.
MNTC goal area: (4) math/logical Reasoning.
introduction to the mathematical Sciences integrates the study
of algebra, statistics and computing in a laboratory-instruction
environment. topics include functions, graphical and tabular
analysis, rate of change, syntax and semantics, the process of
computing, data manipulation, sampling, statistical measures,
basic probability, correlation. examples are drawn from a wide
range of disciplines and content will be taught within the
framework of discipline-specific examples. Students will learn
to use the software package microsoft excel.
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: mAtH 1020 with a grade of “C” or better, or
placement exam.
MNTC goal area: (4) math/logical Reasoning.
College Algebra topics include fundamentals of algebra, graphs,
functions, equations, inequalities, polynomial and rational
MATH 1200 SURVEY OF CALCULUS
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: mAtH 1020 with a grade of “C” or better or
mAtH 1040 with a grade of “C” or better.
Survey of Calculus is a course that covers topics of calculus
important for business applications. topics studied include
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functions, limits, derivatives, techniques of differentiation,
applications of the derivative, the integral, techniques of
integration, differentiation and integration of logarithmic and
exponential functions, and partial derivatives. Varied
applications in business fields are covered.
MATH 2101 CALCULUS 1
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: math 1040 with a grade of “C” or better and
mAtH 1300 with a grade of “C” or better; or mAtH 1501 with a
grade of “C” or better; or placement exam.
MNTC goal area: (4) math/logical Reasoning.
MATH 1300 TRIGONOMETRY
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: mAtH 1020 with a grade of “C” or better or
placement exam.
MNTC goal area: (4) math/logical Reasoning.
in trigonometry, students study right triangles, trigonometric
functions and their graphs, trigonometric identities, inverse
trigonometric functions and their graphs, trigonometric
equations, oblique triangles, the law of Sines, the law of
Cosines, complex numbers, Demoivre’s theorem, vectors, and
polar coordinates.
Calculus 1 covers rates of change, limits, vertical asymptotes,
continuity, tangents, basic derivatives, differentiation rules, the
derivative as a rate of change, derivatives of trigonometric
functions, the chain rule, parametric equations, implicit
differentiation, related rates, linearization and differentials,
extreme values, the mean Value theorem, monotonic functions
and the First Derivative test, concavity and curve sketching,
optimization problems, indeterminate forms, l’Hopital’s Rule,
newton’s method, anti-derivatives, finite sums, sigma notation,
limits of finite sums, the definite integral, the fundamental
theorem of calculus, indefinite integrals, the substitution rule,
area between curves, and applications of integrals.
MATH 1501 PRE-CALCULUS
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: mAtH 1020 with a grade of “C” or better or
placement exam.
Pre-Calculus students study basic concepts of algebra, graphs,
zeros and solutions of functions and equations, inequalities,
polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic
functions, the trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities,
trigonometric equations, inverse functions, systems of
equations and matrices, conic sections, and the use of
graphing calculators. the course emphasizes the skills and
concepts necessary in Calculus.
MATH 2010 STATISTICS
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in mAtH 1020 or
placement exam.
MNTC goal area: (4) math/logical Reasoning.
Statistics is a course designed to study descriptive statistics,
probability, probability distributions, the normal distribution,
sampling distributions, the central limit theorem, hypothesis
testing, analysis of variance, correlation analysis, regression
analysis, multiple regression analysis, chi-square distributions,
nonparametric hypothesis testing, and quality charting. A
statistical software package will be used by the student.
MATH 2111 CALCULUS 2
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: mAtH 2101 with a grade of “C” or better or
equivalent.
MNTC goal area: (4) math/logical Reasoning.
Calculus 2 covers applications of definite integrals including
volume, length, moments, centers of mass, surface area, the
theorems of Pappus, work, fluid pressures and forces; inverse
functions and their derivatives; differentiation and integration of
logarithmic, exponential, trigonometric, inverse trigonometric,
hyperbolic, and inverse hyperbolic functions; techniques of
integration including formulas, integration by parts, partial
fractions, and numerical integration; improper integrals; conic
sections; polar coordinates; sequences; series; and
convergence tests.
MATH 2121 CALCULUS 3
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: math 2111 with a grade of “C” or better or
equivalent.
MNTC goal area: (4) math/logical Reasoning.
Calculus 3 focuses on three-dimensional coordinate systems,
vectors, dot and cross products, lines and planes in space,
cylinders and quadric surfaces, vector functions, projectile
motion, arc length and the unit tangent vector, curvature and
the unit normal vector, torsion and the unit binormal vector,
functions of several variables, limits and continuity in higher
dimensions, partial derivatives, the chain rule, directional
derivatives and gradient vectors, tangent planes and
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differentials, extreme values and saddle points, lagrange
multipliers, partial derivatives with constrained variable, taylor’s
formula for two variables, double integrals, double integrals in
polar form, triple integrals in rectangular, cylindrical, and
spherical form; areas, moments, and centers of mass,
substitutions in multiple integrals; line integrals; vector fields,
work, circulation, and flux; path independence, potential
functions, and conservative fields; green’s theorem; surface
area and surface integrals; parameterized surfaces; Stokes’
theorem; and the Divergence theorem.
MEDC 1124 ADVANCED CODING AND
REIMBURSEMENT
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: meDC 1122.
Advanced Coding and Reimbursement is a continuation of the
iCD-10-Cm Coding course which allows the students to have a
deeper understanding of diagnostic and procedural codes
within the healthcare delivery systems.
MEDC 1125 ADVANCED PHYSICIAN CODING
MATH 2211 DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS WITH
INTRODUCTORY LINEAR ALGEBRA
Credits: 3
Credits: 5
Advanced Physician Coding uses coding scenarios and case
studies together to create skill development and review of
guidelines and conventions applied in code selection. the
primary focus of this class is evaluation and management
Coding.
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in mAtH 2111 or
equivalent.
MNTC goal area: (4) math/logical Reasoning.
Differential equations with introductory linear Algebra focuses
on first and second-order differential equations, higher order
differential equations, laplace transforms, vectors, matrix
algebra, eigenvectors and eigenvalues, systems of differential
equations, numerical methods, series solutions, and
mathematical models.
MEDICAL CODING
MEDC 1120 INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH INFORMATION
MANAGEMENT WITHIN HEALTHCARE DELIVERY
SYSTEMS
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: none.
introduction to Health information management introduces the
students to the history of the Health information management
profession. the students will have an understanding of the
importance of the legal, ethical, security, and confidentiality
practices of the medical record in the healthcare delivery
systems today.
MEDC 1123 CODING AND REIMBURSEMENT FOR
PHYSICIAN SERVICES
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: meDC 1122 and meDC 1123.
MEDC 1126 PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE FOR CODING
SPECIALIST
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: AlHe 1600, meDC 1122, meDC 1123, meDC
1124, meDC 1127.
Professional Practice for Coding Specialist will allow the
students to experience coding processes in a real-world setting.
this course gives the students an opportunity to practice the
skills they have learned throughout the coding curriculum.
MEDC 1127 APPLIED MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: AlHe1600.
Applied medical terminology will show students how to
communicate within healthcare organizations. the students will
study the terminology of each body system in detail to include
structures, functions, pathology, diagnostic, and procedural
terminology. each student will be able to interpret medical
terms within medical charts and reports.
MEDC 1132 ICD-10-CM CODING
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: meDC 1122.
Prerequisites: none.
Coding and Reimbursement for Physician Services introduces
the students to the CPt (Current Procedural terminology) codes
which are used to bill physician procedures and services. the
students will have an understanding with the communication
between the physician and third party payers.
iCD-10-Cm (international Classification of Disease, 10th
Revision, Clinical modification) introduces students to
diagnostic and procedural codes within the healthcare delivery
systems. the students will have an understanding of how the
codes influence healthcare data collected for medical research,
statistics, evaluation of medical care and reimbursement.
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MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
MLT 1408 INTRODUCTION TO THE MEDICAL
LABORATORY
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
introduction to the medical laboratory is designed to provide
students with an overview of the structure and organization of
the current health care system and their role as a future
healthcare practitioner in an integrated system. Discussions
will include such topics as ethical and professional conduct,
general organization and operational activities of a clinical
laboratory, career opportunities for mlt graduates, continued
professional development, licensure, lab safety, and laboratory
regulation. Students will be exposed to actual clinical settings
and meet with practicing laboratory personnel.
MLT 1412 HEMATOLOGY 1
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
this course introduces students to fundamental concepts in
hematology including red blood cell development, normal
physiology of red blood cells, and red blood cell disorders. the
laboratory component complements the lecture and includes
microscopic examination of blood and bone marrow slides and
common laboratory testing by both manual and automated
methods. Phlebotomy skills are introduced and are integrated
throughout the course.
MLT 1422 LABORATORY TECHNIQUES
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
laboratory techniques is an introductory course in basic
medical laboratory techniques. the equipment and techniques
to be studied include laboratory glassware, pipetting, balances,
centrifuges, solution chemistry, titration, spectrophotometry,
and basic laboratory mathematics. this is the first in a series
of clinical chemistry courses designed to teach fundamental
concepts in clinical laboratory procedures.
MLT 1424 MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY 1
Credits: 4
MLT 1425 CLINICAL CHEMISTRY 1
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
Clinical Chemistry 1 covers detailed theory and representative
laboratory analysis of carbohydrates, lipids and lipoproteins,
proteins, clinical enzymology and metabolic analytes including
ammonia, bilirubin, blood urea nitrogen, creatinine, and uric
acid. basic quality control concepts are introduced.
MLT 1432 HEMATOLOGY 2
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
this course covers peripheral blood and bone marrow
abnormalities of white blood cells relating to malignancies such
as leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma. the role of the
laboratory in diagnosis, classification, and assessment of
treatment outcomes will be stressed. this course also
introduces students to the principles and disorders of
hemostasis and thrombosis and reviews hematology
instrumentation and analysis of instrumental data. laboratory
time is devoted to microscopic examination of blood and bone
marrow slides and performing common laboratory tests by both
manual and automated methods.
MLT 1445 IMMUNOLOGY
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
immunology covers the basic theory of cellular and humoral
immunity with emphasis on antigen – antibody reactions in
specific disease. Diagnostic principles and procedures
involving the various laboratory techniques with disease
correlations are emphasized.
MLT 2424 MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY 2
Credits:
4
Prerequisites: mlt 1424.
medical microbiology 2 is an advanced course which introduces
clinically significant fungi, mycobacterium, parasites, viral
agents, and less common bacterial organisms by organ system
of the body. this course also covers specimen collection,
specimen processing, and automated microbiology systems.
Prerequisites: none.
medical microbiology 1 is the study of a wide variety of
bacterial microorganisms frequently isolated in the clinical
laboratory. emphasis of the course is safety, staining,
isolation, and identification of bacteria.
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MLT 2435 URINALYSIS AND BODY FLUID ANALYSIS
MLT 2465 IMMUNOHEMATOLOGY 2
Credits: 2
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
Prerequisites: mlt 2455.
urinalysis and body Fluid Analysis is designed to introduce the
student to the importance of urinalysis and body fluids in the
medical laboratory. emphasis is on routine analysis including
physical, chemical, and microscopic examination of urine
specimens and related tests on other body fluids. manual and
semi-automated laboratory procedures are performed in the
student laboratory.
immunohematology 2 introduces students to the theory and lab
procedures involved in hemolytic disease of the newborn, donor
selection, blood component processing and storage, and quality
control in the blood bank.
MLT 2480 CLINICAL PRACTICUM 1
Credits: 7
MLT 2445 CLINICAL CHEMISTRY 2
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
Clinical Chemistry 2 covers detailed theory and representative
laboratory analyses of electrolytes; arterial blood gases;
vitamins and vitamin deficiencies; trace elements such as
calcium and magnesium; endocrine function, and therapeutic
drug monitoring.
Prerequisites: Completion of all mlt program courses with a
letter grade of C or better.
the Clinical Practicum is a cooperative learning experience
provided by Hibbing Community College and affiliated clinical
facilities. it consists of supervised application of learned
theory and practice and acquisition of new skills in a clinical
setting.
MLT 2485 CLINICAL PRACTICUM 2
Credits: 7
MLT 2448 CLINICAL CHEMISTRY 3
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: mlt 1425, mlt 2445.
Clinical Chemistry 3 introduces students to the principles of
laboratory instrumentation including problem solving and
troubleshooting techniques, clinical chemistry procedures, and
quality assurance. methodolgies discussed include
spectrophotometry, photometry, electrochemistry, PoCt testing
and instrumentation, laboratory automation, and laboratory
information Systems (liS). the course reviews general
laboratory safety, discusses CliA “88” and its implications for
laboratory practice, and defines the regulatory responsibilities
of federal and non-governmental agencies as they apply to
laboratory medicine.
MLT 2455 IMMUNOHEMATOLOGY 1
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: mlt 1445
immunohematology 1 introduces students to the theory and lab
analyses of blood group antigens and antibodies of the Abo,
Rh, and other major blood group systems, anti-human globulin
theory and procedures, antibody detection and identification
and compatibility testing.
Prerequisites: Completion of all mlt program courses with a
letter grade of C or above.
Clinical Practicum 2 is a continuation of the cooperative
learning experience provided by Hibbing Community College and
affiliated clinical facilities. it consists of supervised application
of learned theory and practice and acquisition of new skills in a
clinical setting.
MLT 2490 MLT SEMINAR 1
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: Student must be internship eligible.
mlt Seminar 1 provides students with an opportunity to apply
their technical knowledge to laboratory case studies and to
review major areas of the mlt curriculum with an emphasis on
critical thinking skills. Students will have access to practice
examinations in preparation for a comprehensive final. these
review exams will cover the areas of: immunohematology,
Hematology, Coagulation, Clinical Chemistry, microbiology,
urinalysis, immunology, and laboratory operations. the
examination questions will be developed from course test
banks.
MLT 2495 MLT SEMINAR 2
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: Student must be internship eligible.
mlt Seminar 2 provides students with an opportunity to apply
their technical knowledge to laboratory case studies and to
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review major areas of the mlt curriculum with an emphasis on
critical thinking skills. Students will have access to practice
examinations in preparation for a comprehensive final. these
review exams will cover the areas of: immunohematology,
Hematology, Coagulation, Clinical Chemistry, microbiology,
urinalysis, immunology, and laboratory operations. the
examination questions will be developed from course test
banks.
MLT 2500 CLINICAL PRACTICUM
Credits: 14
Prerequisites: Completion of all mlt program courses with a
letter grade of C or above.
the Clinical Practicum is a cooperative learning experience
provided by Hibbing Community College and affiliated clinical
facilities. it consists of supervised application of learned
theory and acquisition and practice of new skills in a clinical
setting.
MLT 2501 MLT SEMINAR
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: this course must be concurrently with mlt
2490.
mlt Seminar provides students with the opportunity to apply
their technical knowledge to laboratory case studies and to
review major areas of the curriculum with an emphasis on
critical thinking skills. Advanced topics and specialty areas in
the clinical laboratory are introduced through lectures,
discussion, and case presentations.
MICROCOMPUTER SERVICE
TECHNICIAN
microcomputer. Coverage is background information needed by
those intending to take core ComPtiA A+ exam 220-101.
MCT 1545 A+ SOFTWARE
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor if taken out of usual
sequence.
A+ Software introduces students to the theory, terminology,
operation, and main applications of DoS and Win9x software.
Coverage is background information needed by those intending
to take the ComPtiA A+ exam 220-102.
MCT 1557 COMMUNICATION CABLING &
TERMINATION
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
Communication Cabling & termination provides instruction with
hands-on training in copper cabling and terminations along with
fiber optics splicing and terminations. Students will be prepared
to meet the Certified Fiber optic technician (CFot) exam
requirements and learn how to install and terminate Cat
3/5/5e/6 properly per eiA/tiA standards.
MCT 1601 TECHNICAL WRITING APPLICATIONS
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: Keyboarding & word processing experience
preferred. Consent of instructor if taken out of usual
sequence.
technical Writing Applications covers writing documents needed
in technical research, outlines, descriptions, tables, and various
reports encountered in the microComputer industry. included
are different technical environments, writing styles, and oral
reports.
MCT 1500 I-NET+
Credits: 3
i-net+ covers internet basics, internet clients, development,
networking, security, and business concepts. i-net+
emphasizes vendor-neutral tCP/iP concepts. this course is
designed to prepare students for the i-net+ ComptiA
certification.
MCT 1543 A+ HARDWARE
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor if taken out of usual
sequence.
MCT 2010 LINUX INSTALLATION AND
ADMINISTRATION
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: CSCi 1600 or consent of instructor.
linux networking and Security covers the basic methods to
configure, maintain, and troubleshoot the linux operating
system to provide network connectivity and protect against
security and privacy compromises. Hands-on projects and
exercises will reinforce the importance of networking and
security issues. this course is designed to prepare students for
exams 3 and 4 of the SAiR/gnu linux Certification – level 1.
A+ Hardware introduces students to the theory, terminology,
operation, and troubleshooting of the main sections of the PC
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MCT 2020 LINUX NETWORKING AND SECURITY
MCT 2140 MICROSOFT MTA SERVER
Credits: 3
Credits: 6
Prerequisites: CSCi 1600 and mCt 2010.
Prerequisites: none.
linux networking and Security covers the basic methods to
configure, maintain, and troubleshoot the linux operating
system to provide network connectivity and protect against
security and privacy compromises. Hands-on projects and
exercises will reinforce the importance of networking and
security issues. this course is designed to prepare students for
exams 3 and 4 of the Sair/gnu linux Certification – level 1.
Windows Server provides coverage of the microsoft Windows
Server operating system. Hands-on projects and case projects
reinforce the lessons on planning, installing, and managing
microsoft’s flagship network operating system – skills that are
in high demand in today’s business environment. microsoftapproved material is used/designed to prepare individuals for
microsoft's mtA Windows Server certification exam.
MCT 2060 PERL PROGRAMMING
MCT 2534 PC SYSTEMS I (PERIPHERALS)
Credits: 3
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: CSCi 1600, mCt 2010.
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor if taken out of usual
sequence.
PeRl Programming teaches tools and techniques used to write
programs in Perl (Practical extraction and Report language).
Perl is a multi-purpose scripting language widely used for
systems administration tasks and for web-based applications
development. it is available on unix and Windows platforms. by
the end of the course, participants will have a thorough
understanding of basic and intermediate Perl concepts and will
have been exposed to advanced Perl topics such as objectoriented programming and client/server programming.
PC Systems i covers typical microcomputer systems and
related peripherals, such as mother boards, drives and
monitors. topics include student repair and diagnostics of PC
Systems and related peripherals. included are industry
standards, trends installation procedures, and maintenance
procedures.
MCT 2536 PC SYSTEMS I (PERIPHERALS)
Credits: 2
MCT 2080 MYSQL PROGRAMMING
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
mySQl Programming provides a comprehensive introduction to
the SQl language using mySQl. this course not only covers the
syntax of SQl, but also shows how it can be used in mySQl to
create and maintain a database and retrieve information from
it. it also provides an introduction to relational database
concepts. in addition to explaining concepts, the course uses a
variety of assignments and exercises to reinforce the material
in each chapter.
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor if taken out of usual
sequence.
PC Systems i covers typical microcomputer systems and
related peripherals, such as mother boards, drives and
monitors. topics include student repair and diagnostics of PC
Systems and related peripherals. included are industry
standards, trends installation procedures, and maintenance
procedures.
MCT 2537 PC SYSTEMS II (PERIPHERALS)
Credits: 2
MCT 2090 INTRO TO MYSQL
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none
intro to mySQl provides a comprehensive introduction to the
mySQl Server. this course covers installation, tuning,
administration and security for the mySQl server. instruction
will be provided on how to install, maintain, and secure mySQl
servers on both the uniX/linux and microsoft servers.
Prerequisites: must have completed mCt 2536.
PC Systems ii covers typical microcomputer systems and
related peripherals, such as mother boards, drives and
monitors. topics include student repair and diagnostics of PC
Systems and related peripherals. included are industry
standards, trends installation procedures, and maintenance
procedures.
PC Systems ii is a work like atmosphere from which the
students learn to work in a real time environment.
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MCT 2560 WIRELESS NETWORK ADMINISTRATION
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
Wireless network Administration training course offers detailed
instruction on the foundation concepts and technologies of
wireless data networking. Students will be trained in Site
Survey, Hardware installation, lAn Security, Antenna Design,
and troubleshooting. upon completion of the Wireless network
Administration course, students will be prepared to pass the
CWnA Certification exam (exam #PW0-100) at Prometric or Vue
testing centers.
variety of countries through visits to historical sites, art centers,
churches, and villages. Past trips have included Canada, italy,
greece, France, england, Wales, ireland, Scotland, germany,
Austria, and Switzerland. the classroom portion prior to
departure includes research, study, lecture, and classroom
discussion. the travel segment following includes lectures by
native guides who provide the background necessary to enable
students to envision centuries of history and ancient
civilizations. the guides provide an insider's look at the history,
cultural trends, and unique stories of a locale, and will
establish a frame of reference for the class research and the
travel experience. For more information on Study Abroad
opportunities, please see an advisor.
MULTI-CULTURAL STUDIES
MUSIC
MCS 1010 INTRODUCTION TO INDIAN STUDIES
MUSC 1010 MUSIC THEORY
Credits: 2
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: none.
Prerequisites: Keyboard understanding and basic performance
is strongly recommended. Students lacking such abilities are
advised to take piano lessons along with this course.
introduction to indian Studies is an overview of native American
people and their culture. the course begins with lifestyles of
north American indian people before european contact and
moves on to how those lives changed after contact. the
course addresses how indian peoples maintain their places as
a distinct cultural group in a multi-cultural society.
mntC goal area: (6) Humanities & Fine Arts, Area A.
music theory is a basic study of the elements involved in the
reading, writing, and understanding of tonal music. elementary
sight-singing, ear training, and dictation are stressed during
laboratory.
MCS 1071 AMERICAN INDIAN ART
Credits: 3
MUSC 1050 AMERICA'S POPULAR MUSIC
Prerequisites: none.
Credits: 3
MNTC goal area: (6) Humanities & Fine Arts, Area b; (7)
Human Diversity.
Prerequisites: none.
American indian Art is designed to give students an
introduction to the various art forms of the north American
indian. the lecture portion of the course introduces students
to the variety of indian art from the northeast, Southeast,
Plains, northwest, and Southwest, with a separate section for
great lakes indian art. A historical overview of indian art is
included. the lab introduces students to a variety of indian art
methods including bead weaving, loom work, appliqué work,
porcupine quill work, bark and pine needle baskets.
America's Popular music provides students a cultural
background in America's music from the 1830's to the present
time. the focus will be upon various styles of music, including
theater, folk, popular, country and western, rock and roll, rock,
disco, rap, and hip-hop. the techniques of music listening will
be developed.
MNTC goal area: (6) Humanities & Fine Arts, Area A; (7)
Human Diversity.
MUSC 1100 MUSIC APPRECIATION
MCS **** STUDY ABROAD
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: A student in good academic standing at least
18 years old.
MNTC goal area: (6) Humanities & Fine Arts, Area b; (8) global
Perspective.
Study Abroad courses are short-term study abroad experiences
with a concentration on the history, religion, and culture of a
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal area: (6) Humanities & Fine Arts, Area A; (8) global
Perspective.
music Appreciation focuses upon student development of a
cultural background in music through the study of many of the
great masterpieces of music and their composers, the styles of
the various eras, and the techniques of music listening.
Western and non-Western music will be presented.
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MUSC 1110 ROCK ‘N ROLL: A SHORT HISTORY
Credits: 3
MUSC 1400 APPLIED MUSIC LESSONS IN BEGINNING
PIANO
Prerequisites: none.
Credits: 1
MNTC goal area: (7) Human Diversity.
Prerequisites: none.
Rock ‘n Roll: A Short History is designed to provide students a
cultural background in the history of rock music styles. the
techniques of critical music listening will be developed along
with a focus on the many types of rock music from the 1940s
to present time.
Applied music lessons provide individual instruction by
qualified college-approved instructors. the student is expected
to practice a minimum of 48 hours per semester. Applied
music lessons may be repeated for credit.
MUSC 1410 APPLIED MUSIC LESSONS IN VOICE
MUSC 1150 FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSIC
Credits: 1
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
Prerequisites: none.
Applied music lessons provide individual instruction by
qualified college-approved instructors. the student is expected
to practice a minimum of 48 hours per semester. Applied
music lessons may be repeated for credit.
mntC goal area: (6) Humanities & Fine Arts, Area b.
Fundamentals of music is a basic study of the fundamentals of
melody, rhythm, harmony, conducting techniques, and basic
piano playing for students who have very little musical training.
the course is designed for liberal education students as well as
prospective elementary school teachers who do not presently
read music with fluency.
MUSC 1420 APPLIED MUSIC LESSONS IN ADVANCED
PIANO
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: muSC 1400 or equivalent.
MUSC 1200 CHOIR
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
Choir is the study and performance of representative choral
literature from all periods of music history. At least two public
performances will be presented representing a cross-section of
the musical language of different cultures and countries. Choir
may be repeated for credit; two credits of Choir may be applied
toward the Humanities requirement.
Applied music lessons provide individual instruction by
qualified college-approved instructors. the student is expected
to practice a minimum of 48 hours per semester. Applied
music lessons may be repeated for credit.
MUSC 1430 APPLIED MUSIC LESSONS IN ORGAN
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
Credits: 2
Applied music lessons provide individual instruction by
qualified college-approved instructors. the student is expected
to practice a minimum of 48 hours per semester. Applied
music lessons may be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: 1 year of choir experience and/or instructor
consent.
MUSC 1440 APPLIED MUSIC LESSONS IN STRING
mntC goal area: (6) Humanities & Fine Arts, Area b.
Credits: 1
Choir is the study and performance of representative choral
literature from all periods of music history. At least two public
performances will be presented representing a cross-section of
the musical language of different cultures and countries. Choir
may be repeated for credit; four credits of Choir may be applied
toward the Humanities requirement.
Prerequisites: none.
MUSC 1300 CHOIR
Applied music lessons provide individual instruction by
qualified college-approved instructors. the student is expected
to practice a minimum of 48 hours per semester. Applied
music lessons may be repeated for credit.
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MUSC 1450 APPLIED MUSIC LESSONS IN
WOODWINDS
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
Applied music lessons provide individual instruction by
qualified college-approved instructors. the student is expected
to practice a minimum of 48 hours per semester. Applied
music lessons may be repeated for credit.
MUSC 1460 APPLIED MUSIC LESSONS IN BRASS
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
Applied music lessons provide individual instruction by
qualified college-approved instructors. the student is expected
to practice a minimum of 48 hours per semester. Applied
music lessons may be repeated for credit.
MUSC 1470 APPLIED MUSIC LESSONS IN
PERCUSSION
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
Applied music lessons provide individual instruction by
qualified college-approved instructors. the student is expected
to practice a minimum of 48 hours per semester. Applied
music lessons may be repeated for credit.
Copernican revolution during the late Renaissance. emphasis
is given to galileo and his place in the struggle to overthrow the
geocentric model of the universe. Readings and discussions
will be supplemented by construction of a galilean telescope,
telescopic observations, and field trips to sites in italy where
galileo lived and worked.
NSCI 1945 THE HISTORY OF SCIENCE--THE ATOMIC
BOMB
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
the History of Science--the Atomic bomb traces the scientific
and historic developments which led to the creation of the first
atomic bombs at the end of World War ii. Scientific topics
such as atomic structure, radioactivity, and nuclear fission will
be explored. the formation and organization of the manhattan
Project will be examined as well as the personalities of the
scientists and military men involved. in addition, the decision
to use the bomb and the legacy of nuclear weapons will be
analyzed. though primarily a lecture and discussion course,
students will perform a number of simple experiments in order
to better understand the theoretical concepts presented.
NSCI 2000 SPECIAL TOPICS IN SCIENCE: NOBEL
CONFERENCE
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: Students must be in good academic standing.
NATURAL SCIENCE
NSCI 1500 METEOROLOGY
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: math 0971.
meteorology is a descriptive course introducing students to
basic scientific principles involved in the study of the properties
of the atmosphere, weather instruments, weather phenomena,
meteorological terminology and forecasting. the laboratory
requires students to construct and interpret graphs, analyze
weather maps, and gather, record and interpret weather data.
NSCI 1610 GALILEO AND THE REVOLUTION IN
ASTRONOMY
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Students must be 18 years or older, have a
gPA of 2.75 or greater, and be of sophomore or higher status.
galileo and the Revolution in Astronomy is a five-week study
abroad course in Perugia, italy. the course explores the history
of astronomy from the time of the ancient greeks to the
Special topics in Science: nobel Conference is designed to
explore the role of science in our daily lives, as exemplified by
the nobel Conference at gustavus Adolphus College, St. Peter,
minnesota. Students will explore a current scientific topic by
participating in pre and post-conference seminars at HCC and
by attending lecture sessions and associated activities at the
nobel Conference.
NURSING
NURS 0950 ESSENTIAL MATHEMATICS FOR
NURSES
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the nursing Program AnD
achieving a requisite score on the math placement test oR
successful completion of math 0921 with a grade of C or
better.
essential mathematics for nurses covers mathematics for
clinical calculations which includes: arithmetic review, drug
measure systems, and reading medication labels. Ratioproportion and formula methods will be used to teach dosage
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calculations. this course is intended for students who have
been admitted to the nursing Program.
NURS 1250 FOUNDATIONS OF NURSING
Credits: 8
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the HCC nursing Program.
Foundations of nursing presents a blend of fundamental
nursing concepts that enable students to apply knowledge in
nursing practice. the nursing process is the foundation of the
course. utilizing a holistic approach, students focus on
assessment techniques, communication skills, and nursing
interventions in assisting the client to manage health stressors
across the lifespan. Students build clinical expertise through
demonstration, implementation, and evaluation of nursing skills
in a variety of healthcare settings.
NURS 2050 CARE OF WOMEN AND CHILDREN
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Completion with grade of C or better in nuRS
1350 or nuRS 1750.
Care of Women and Children presents principles and concepts
of maternal child nursing. Focuses include care of women of
childbearing age, neonatal nursing, pediatric topics, and
women’s healthcare. emphasis is placed on recognizing the
interrelationship between stressors and the nursing process as
a means of planning and providing holistic client care. Students
demonstrate clinical competence while applying theory to
practice in a variety of clinical settings.
NURS 2150 CARE OF THE CLIENT AFFECTED BY
ACUTE STRESSORS
Credits: 5
NURS 1350 CARE OF THE CLIENT AFFECTED BY
CHRONIC STRESSORS
Prerequisites: Completion with grade of C or better in nuRS
1350 or nuRS 1750.
Credits: 8
Care of the Client Affected by Acute Stressors presents acute
stressors across the lifespan with a focus on primary,
secondary, and tertiary prevention. emphasis is placed on
recognizing the interrelationship between acute stressors and
the nursing process as a means of planning and providing
holistic client care. Students demonstrate clinical competence
while applying theory to practice in a variety of clinical settings.
Prerequisites: Completion with grade C or better of nuRS
0950 and nuRS 1250.
Care of the Client Affected by Chronic Stressors presents
common chronic stressors across the lifespan with a focus on
primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention. emphasis is placed
on recognizing the interrelationship between chronic stressors
and the nursing process as a means of planning and providing
holistic client care. Students demonstrate clinical competence
while applying theory to practice in a variety of clinical settings.
NURS 2250 CARE OF THE CLIENT AFFECTED BY
COMPLEX STRESSORS
Credits: 6
NURS 1750 NURSING BRIDGE
Prerequisites: Completion of grade C or better in nuRS 2150.
Credits: 5
Care of the Client Affected by Complex Stressors presents
complex stressors across the lifespan with a focus on primary,
secondary and tertiary prevention. emphasis is placed on
recognizing the interrelationship between complex stressors
and the nursing process as a means of planning and providing
holistic client care. Students demonstrate clinical competence
while applying theory to practice in a variety of clinical settings.
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Advanced Standing nursing
program track of the nursing program at HCC.
the nursing bridge course builds on the foundation of
knowledge acquired during previous nursing education. it is
designed to facilitate the transition of the practical nurse to a
level consistent with that of the student being prepared to write
the nCleX-Rn. utilizing a holistic approach, students focus on
developing expertise in the steps of the nursing process.
nursing care of select chronic stressors will be presented
through case study methodologies. Students demonstrate
clinical competence while applying theory to practice in the
clinical setting.
NURS 2350 FOUNDATIONS OF LEADERSHIP
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: Completion with grade C or better in nuRS
2150.
Foundations of leadership presents a framework for applying
entry level leadership and management concepts to nursing
practice. emphasis is placed on the analysis of current issues
affecting nursing, personal and professional development, and
role transition. Students demonstrate clinical competence while
applying beginning leadership skills in various clinical settings.
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NURS 2900 TRANSITION TO PRACTICE ESSENTIALS
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: Current enrollment in the final semester of the
nursing Program and approval by nursing faculty.
transition to Practice essentials provides the second year
nursing student opportunities to gain knowledge and skills
necessary to successfully transition from student to registered
nurse. the relationship between nursing education and current
nursing practice is explored. trends and issues in nursing will
be integrated into the course. Self-selected job shadow of a
registered nurse provides students a chance to examine the
nurse’s role in delivering quality and cost-effective, patientcentered care in a clinical setting of interest.
PHAR 1020 FUNDAMENTAL PHARMACEUTICAL
CALCULATIONS
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: mAtH 0920 with a grade of C or better or
placement exam.
Fundamental Pharmaceutical Calculations will introduce
students to fundamental mathematical calculations utilized in
pharmacy practice. this course will teach mathematical
calculation and problem solving for production of
pharmaceutical products.
PHAR 1030 PRINCIPLES OF PHARMACY
Credits: 5
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
PDEV 8083 SERVICE-LEARNING EXPERIENCE
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: PHAR 1010, PHAR 1015, PHAR 1020 with a
minimum grade of C.
Principles of Pharmacy includes didactic review of prescription
processing with laboratory application. Skill development and
problem solving in non-sterile product preparation is included.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor required.
Service-learning experience will examine concepts of
community service and the responsibilities of today’s citizens.
Students will explore and develop personal viewpoints on
community service through classroom discussions and a direct
service experience. Students, with instructor’s approval, will
select their semester-long community service site/project.
Students are expected to perform 1 – 2 hours of community
service at their chosen community agency per week.
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
PHAR 1010 PHARMACY LAW AND ETHICS
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
Pharmacy law and ethics will provide students with the Federal
and State laws as they pertain to pharmacy. the ethics content
of this course will address the principles of ethical thought as
applied within the area of pharmacy practice. it will assist in
preparing for the Pharmacy technician Certification exam.
PHAR 1015 FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPTS OF PHARMACY
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: none.
Fundamental Concepts of Pharmacy includes basic principles of
prescription processing. this class will provide students with
the information necessary for preparation of the Pharmacy
technician Certification exam in prescription processing.
PHAR 1035 PHARMACY MEDICATION TECHNOLOGY
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: PHAR 1010, PHAR 1015, PHAR 1020 with a
minimum grade of C.
Pharmacy medication technology will familiarize students with
technology utilized within the scope of pharmacy practice.
PHAR 1040 PHARMACOTHERAPY OF DISEASE
PROCESSES
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: PHAR 1010, PHAR 1015, PHAR 1020 with a
minimum grade of C.
Pharmacotherapy of Disease Processes covers the basic
concepts of diseases and the mechanisms of disease. it will
include the general physiologic principles for the following
systems: nervous, endocrine, skeletal, muscular,
cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, renal, reproductive,
skin, hematologic. the course will discuss immune disorders
and immune system responses along with infectious diseases
and effects of nutrition and heredity on disease.
PHAR 1055 EXPERIENTIAL 1 (RETAIL)
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: PHAR 1010, PHAR 1015, PHAR 1020, PHAR
1030, PHAR 1035, PHAR 1040 with a minimum grade of C.
experiential 1 covers the pharmacy practice experience in the
retail setting to polish skills necessary for employment as a
pharmacy technician.
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PHAR 2010 FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPTS OF PHARMACY 2
PHIL 1250 LOGIC
Credits: 5
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: PHAR 1010, PHAR 1015, PHAR 1020, PHAR
1030, PHAR 1035, PHAR 1040, PHAR 1055 with a minimum
grade of C.
Prerequisites: mAtH 0971.
Fundamental Concepts of Pharmacy 2 covers the systems,
regulations, and applications of pharmacy practice in
institutional settings.
PHAR 2020 PHARMACY STERILE PRODUCTS LAB
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: PHAR 1010, PHAR 1015, PHAR 1020, PHAR
1030, PHAR 1035, PHAR 1040, PHAR 1055, PHAR 2010 with a
minimum grade of C.
Pharmacy Sterile Products lab provides students with the
knowledge and skills to prepare, calculate, or produce sterile
products for pharmaceutical use.
MNTC goal area: (4) math/logical Reasoning.
logic introduces fundamentals of informal, traditional, symbolic,
and inductive logic. the course requires the student to explore
the different types of logic and apply those skills to critical
thinking and problem solving. the student examines the uses
of language in argumentation, the importance of definition, the
place of fallacy in arguments, as well as the foundations of
deductive logic, traditional or Aristotelian logic, symbolic or
modern logic, and inductive logic. the course provides the
student with the fundamentals of analytic reasoning providing
the foundation for further logical study.
PHIL 1300 ETHICS
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
PHAR 2055 EXPERIENTIAL I (HOSPITAL/
INSTITUTIONAL)
MNTC goal area: (6) Humanities & Fine Arts, Area A; (9) ethic
and Civic Responsibility.
Credits: 4
ethics, utilizing the foundation of moral thinking dating back to
the Classical greeks, examines the thinking of the great
philosophers of history and applies these concepts to
contemporary problems facing today's citizens. the issues of
euthanasia, capital punishment, abortion, the environment, and
AiDS are examined using the traditional concepts of good, right,
free will, and responsibility. using ethical theories such as
consequentialism, virtue ethics, deontological ethics, and the
thinking of Aristotle, Aquinas, Kant, bentham, and others, the
student will develop a personal perspective for dealing with
today's moral dilemmas. Students apply critical thinking skills
to the development of an objective, empathic, value-based view
of the world.
Prerequisites: PHAR 1010, PHAR 1015, PHAR 1020, PHAR
1030, PHAR 1035, PHAR 1040, PHAR 1055, PHAR 2010, PHAR
2020 with a minimum grade of C.
experience in the institutional/hospital setting to polish skills
learned in the previous pharmacy technician coursework.
PHILOSOPHY
PHIL 1200 INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal area: (6) Humanities & Fine Arts, Area A; (9) ethic
and Civic Responsibility.
PHIL 1350 HUMAN NATURE
introduction to Philosophy is designed to familiarize students
with the general concepts and theories of the major
philosophers. the course focuses on metaphysics,
epistemology, ethics, and human nature, and examines
pertinent concepts such as reality, god, truth, and the human
condition. Special attention will be given to the theories of
Plato, Aristotle, Descartes, Kant, bergson, James and berkeley.
From this foundation of basic ideas, the course guides students
to examine their personal philosophies by emphasizing the
importance of critical thinking and analysis while respecting
differing opinions.
Prerequisites: none. College level reading recommended.
Credits: 3
MNTC goal area: (6) Humanities & Fine Arts, Area A; (8) global
Perspective.
Human nature is intended to provide students the opportunity
to explore classic questions about human nature and the
answers that different cultures and thinkers have come to
throughout history. Students will read works from the traditions
of Confucianism, upanishadic Hinduism, the Christian
theological tradition, and muslim tradition, as well as classic
works in the Western tradition. evaluation of examples from
modern brain science and psychology will allow students to
learn about how the brain shapes our ideas of ourselves and
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the world around us. Finally, the course will examine issues
such as the impact of technology and the informational
revolution on human living and the prospect of human
development in the future. this course is intended for all
students.
PE 1070 POWER VOLLEYBALL
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
Power Volleyball is a beginning class concentrating on power
volleyball techniques and skills. Applications of basic offenses
and defenses, skills, teamwork, and participation will be
covered during game competition.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
PE 1020 VARSITY VOLLEYBALL
PE 1110 SOFTBALL
Credits: 1
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: must meet nJCAA eligibility requirements.
Prerequisites: none.
Varsity Volleyball emphasizes the application of offensive and
defensive strategies, advanced skill techniques, teamwork, and
participation at a competitive level. enrollment must be
concurrent with membership on the HCC varsity volleyball team.
this class may be repeated one time for an elective credit.
Softball class covers the basic softball fundamentals of
catching, throwing, hitting, fielding, and base running. basic
offensive and defensive strategies and teamwork will be
applied during game situations.
PE 1120 VARSITY GOLF
PE 1040 VARSITY BASKETBALL
Credits: 1
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: must meet nJCAA eligibility requirements.
Prerequisites: must meet nJCAA eligibility requirements.
Varsity golf teaches the application of course management,
strategies, advanced skill techniques, teamwork, and
participation at a competitive level. enrollment must be
concurrent with membership on the HCC golf team. this class
may be repeated one time.
Varsity basketball focuses on the application of offensive and
defensive strategies, advanced skill techniques, teamwork, and
participation at a competitive level. enrollment must be
concurrent with membership on the HCC varsity basketball
team. this class may be repeated one time for an elective
credit.
PE 1190 GOLF
Credits: 1
PE 1050 VARSITY SOFTBALL
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: must meet nJCAA eligibility requirements.
Varsity Softball focuses on the application of offensive and
defensive strategies, advanced skill techniques, teamwork, and
participation at a competitive level. enrollment must be
concurrent with membership on the HCC varsity softball team.
this class may be repeated one time for an elective credit.
Prerequisites: none.
golf class concentrates on building a full swing and introducing
other basic golf strokes. Students will experience golf course
play and management on a local golf course.
PE 1220 MIND BODY FITNESS
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
PE 1060 VARSITY BASEBALL
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: must meet nJCAA eligibility requirements.
Varsity baseball focuses on the application of offensive and
defensive strategies, advanced skill techniques, teamwork, and
participation at a competitive level. enrollment must be
concurrent with membership on the HCC varsity baseball team.
this class may be repeated one time for an elective credit.
mind body Fitness is a fitness class focusing on muscular
strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and balance through
mind body fitness activities. Students will participate in
different styles of yoga, Pilates, mental focus and relaxation
techniques. Students will learn basic health and fitness
concepts as well as recognize behaviors that lead to a healthy
lifestyle and prevent illness and disease.
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PE 1250 BOWLING
PE 1380 OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Credits: 1
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
Prerequisites: none.
bowling emphasizes the basic bowling fundamentals of
approach, stance, delivery, scoring, and converting splits.
Classes will be held at a local bowling center.
outdoor Activities includes outdoor recreational activities such
as adventure ropes, rock climbing, snowshoeing, cross-country
skiing, and hiking on the Superior trail. this class is held at an
environmental learning center with an emphasis on
environmental awareness.
PE 1270 ARCHERY
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
Archery is a beginning class concentrating on basic archery
skills of stance, draw, anchor, release, and aiming. the
emphasis of the class will be on target archery.
PE 1310 CANOEING
PE 1390 SNOWBOARDING
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
Snowboarding introduces beginning and intermediate skill
development, safety, and technique in snowboarding. Classes
are held at a nearby ski facility.
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
Canoeing introduces the skills necessary for flat water
canoeing. the topics covered include terminology, equipment
choices, paddling skills, rescue techniques, and canoe
camping.
PE 1340 CURLING
PE 1410 BALLROOM, FOLK, CONTEMPORARY DANCE
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
ballroom, Folk, Contemporary Dance focuses on ballroom, folk,
and contemporary dance steps. the class emphasis is on
beginning skill development. A designated dance partner is not
required for enrollment.
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
Curling introduces the history, rules, etiquette, technique,
strategy, and scoring of curling. Students will perform on-ice
drills and participate in games at a local curling rink.
PE 1350 DOWNHILL SKIING 1
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
Downhill Skiing 1 teaches basic beginner and intermediate
downhill skiing skills and techniques. Students will develop an
awareness of safety codes and terrain. Classes are held at a
nearby ski facility.
PE 1360 DOWNHILL SKIING 2
PE 1500 AEROBICS
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
Aerobics class emphasizes cardiovascular endurance in the
areas of low-impact, freestyle, and circuit training aerobic
techniques. Physiological benefits of aerobic activities, heart
rates, personal fitness plans, and safety will be discussed.
PE 1520 FITNESS FOR LIFE
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
Fitness For life is a fitness class that emphasizes a total body
workout to improve one's fitness level. Students will
participate in cardiovascular development, muscular strength,
flexibility, and endurance activities.
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: Pe 1350 or pretest proficiency to the level of
intermediate skier.
Downhill Skiing 2 focuses on advanced skiing techniques
designed for the intermediate and advanced skier. Classes are
held at a nearby ski facility.
PE 1560 FITNESS WALKING
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
Fitness Walking emphasizes walking as a fitness-enhancing
activity. topics covered include aerobic conditioning, target
heart rates, selection of clothing and footwear, stretching
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exercises, planning personal programs, motivational factors,
nutrition and fitness, and keeping a walking log book.
PE 1570 WEIGHT TRAINING
minimal amount of math. topics include mechanics, waves,
sound, fluids, thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, and light.
it is designed for students in general education or those who
are preparing to take additional physics courses. A laboratory
component is included.
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
Weight training emphasizes the proper lifting techniques for
free weights and machines, safety factors, the terminology,
stretching exercises, and record keeping. Students will actively
participate in developed workouts, and design and implement a
personal weight-training routine.
PE 1800 PHYSICAL EDUCATION FOR LAW
ENFORCEMENT
PHYS 1010 INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICS 1
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: mAtH 1020 or instructor’s consent.
MNTC goal area: (3) natural Science.
this course addresses that part of physics dealing with motion,
rotation, materials, thermal sciences, and waves. Computer
simulations and lab investigations are emphasized. laboratory
is included.
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: Admission to HCC law enforcement Program.
PHYS 1020 INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICS 2
Physical education for law provides a conditioning program that
emphasizes the importance of proper physical fitness for a
police officer. the conditioning program includes running, a
body drag and carry, low crawl, various timed exercises,
obstacle courses, physical exercises, and aerobic activities.
enrollment must be concurrent with the HCC law enforcement
Program.
Credits: 4
PE 2010 INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: PHyS 1010 or instructor's consent.
MNTC goal area: (3) natural Science.
this course addresses that part of physics dealing with
electricity, magnetism, optics, and modern physics. through
discussion of lecture topics and laboratory investigations,
students examine relationships between environmental
systems including transportation, energy production, and
nuclear power. this course requires a working knowledge of
elementary algebra. laboratory is included.
Prerequisites: none.
introduction to Physical education surveys the diversity of
physical education and sport and the careers available in the
field. topics discussed include the heritage, philosophies,
career opportunities, selection of a career track, and
certification requirements in physical education and sport.
Attention is also given to minorities in sports, and current and
future issues of physical education. this class is intended for
physical education majors and minors and those interested in
coaching.
PHYS 2010 GENERAL PHYSICS 1
Credits: 5
Corequisite: mAtH 2101.
MNTC goal area: (3) natural Science.
general Physics 1 is the first course in the physics sequence
for students majoring in physical science or engineering. this
course focuses on the study of mechanics of particles and rigid
bodies including kinematics, dynamics, conservation laws,
linear momentum, and angular momentum. in addition the
topics of fluid mechanics, mechanical waves, and
thermodynamics are covered. laboratory is included.
PHYSICS
PHYS 1005 PHYSICS CONCEPTS
PHYS 2021 GENERAL PHYSICS 2
Credits: 4
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: mAtH 0971, or iSt 1350 and iSt 1450, or
instructor’s consent.
Prerequisites: PHyS 2010.
mntC goal area: (3) natural Science.
general Physics 2 is the second course in the physics
sequence for students majoring in physical science and
engineering. this course focuses on electricity, magnetism,
and optics. laboratory is included.
Physics Concepts is an overview of the basic principles of
physics from a conceptual and practical viewpoint with a
MNTC goal area: (3) natural Science.
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PHYS 2030 MODERN PHYSICS
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: PHyS 2021.
modern Physics is the third course in the physics sequence for
students majoring in physics or engineering. this course
focuses on physical discoveries made during the 20th Century,
including relativity, particle physics, quantum mechanics, and
nuclear physics.
POLITICAL SCIENCE
PSCI 1100 AMERICAN GOVERNMENT
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: College-level reading ability required.
minimum fee of $50.00 for expenses associated with this
class. this fee will be paid at registration for the class.
mntC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences; (9)
ethic and Civic Responsibility.
Alternative Spring break will examine the relationships between
social issues and civic action responsibility through both
classroom studies and hands-on service experiences. the
course is a designated service-learning course, combining
theory and practice to examine the civic and ethical
responsibilities of a democratic society. the course requires
participation in lab experiences at local, regional, and/or
national sites. Students may repeat the class one time for
elective credit.
PSYCHOLOGY
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences; (9)
ethic and Civic Responsibility.
PSYC 1010 PSYCHOLOGY OF ADJUSTMENT
American government focuses on three basic documents of our
democracy and looks in a detailed way at how they work.
Particular attention will be paid to civil and personal liberties,
how the Declaration, Constitution, and bill of Rights were
created, our federal system, the roles, powers, and functions of
the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government,
the origins and roles of political parties, the operation of
interest groups, the media's role as watchdogs, and the
development of public policy.
Prerequisites: none.
PSCI 1300 STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Credits: 2
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences.
Psychology of Adjustment focuses upon applications of
psychological principles to human development and
adjustment. emphasis is on self-concept and healthy
adjustment versus maladjustment as applied to casual, work,
and intimate relationships. the importance of effective
communication, problem-solving skills, and maximizing human
potential is also stressed.
PSYC 1205 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY
Credits: 3
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: College-level reading ability required.
State and local government examines the organization and
operation of city, county, local, and state government, with
particular attention to minnesota. topics include the statefederal relationship, intergovernmental relations, the functions
of state governments, state constitutions, voting, political
parties and interest groups, state legislative, executive, and
judicial branches, county and city governments and their
operation, urban politics in modern America, state and local
government finance, and challenges facing state and local
governments in the 21st Century.
PSCI 1500 ALTERNATIVE SPRING BREAK
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: College level reading ability.
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences.
general Psychology is an introduction to the scientific study of
human behavior. the course includes child, adolescent, and
adult development, sensation, perception, consciousness,
learning, memory, thinking and language, intelligence,
motivation, emotion, personality, psychological disorders,
therapy, stress, health, and social behavior. this course has a
research methodology component: methodology provides
students with the opportunity to participate in the process of
discovery used by researchers to learn more about human
behavior, using a hands-on application of experimental
methods. the course is intended for students majoring in
psychology or related social science fields.
Prerequisites: Student must be at least 18 years of age to
participate on the trip. Students must participate in off-campus
service projects and the class may include out-of-state travel.
All students must show proof of health insurance, sign release
forms, and sign a substance-free agreement. there will be a
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PSYC 1350 LIFESPAN DEVELOPMENT
READ 0960 PREPARATION FOR COLLEGE READING 2
Credits: 3
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: PSyC 1205.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of ReAD 0950 ('C' grade
or better) or placement examination.
mntC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences.
lifespan Development is a scientific and theoretical
examination of physical, cognitive, emotional and social
development which occurs across the life span: infancy, early
to late childhood, adolescence, early to late adulthood, and
death and dying.
PSYC 1400 ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: PSyC 1205.
mntC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences.
Abnormal Psychology is the study of mental and behavioral
disorders: their theoretical perspectives, classification,
description, assessment and intervention methods. emotional,
social, psychotic/organic, and developmental disorders are
included, along with diagnosis and research methods.
Preparation for College Reading 2 focuses on the reading of
poetry, fiction, essays, and textbook chapters to acquire the
skills necessary for effective college reading. these skills are
achieved through both discussion and written analysis.
Vocabulary expansion is achieved through learning context
clues and word part clues to meaning. Regular practice to
improve reading and comprehension skills is provided.
READ 1320 EFFICIENT COLLEGE READING
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: Placement examination or successful
completion ('C' grade or better) of ReAD 0960.
efficient College Reading assists the average or above average
reader to become a flexible, thoughtful, and sophisticated
reader. Students develop reading comprehension, build
vocabulary, improve critical reading skills, and increase their
reading speed through classroom instruction and practice.
READING
READ 0920 PREPARATION FOR COLLEGE READING
AND WRITING 1
SAFETY AND HEALTH
SHA 1561 MSHA NEW MINER
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Reading Placement examination.
Preparation for College Reading and Writing 1 introduces
students to effective methods of basic reading and writing
skills. Reading skills practice focuses on finding main ideas,
identifying major and minor supporting details, finding implied
main ideas, and identifying patterns of organization. Writing
skills practice focuses on recognizing parts of a sentence and
increasing proficiency in composing them. Writing assignments
will emphasize skills in sentence and paragraph construction.
Vocabulary expansion is achieved through a study of words and
their use in reading and writing context.
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
new miner includes the mine Safety and Health Act (mSHAct) of
1977 requirements for 30 CFR Part 48 new miner training of
inexperienced, newly-employed miners. through the
combination of lecture, slides, videos, discussion,
demonstration, and occupational experience, participants will
identify mine safety and health hazards and how to protect
themselves from these hazards.
SHA 1600 INTRODUCTION TO INDUSTRIAL SAFETY
AND HEALTH
READ 0950 PREPARATION FOR COLLEGE READING 1
Credits: 2
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
Prerequisites: Reading Placement examination.
introduction to industrial Safety and Health will introduce the
student to the history and principles of industrial safety and
health. the student will identify the components of an effective
workplace safety and health program. the student will describe
the function of federal and state safety and health agencies.
the student will recognize, evaluate, and control workplace
hazards.
Preparation for College Reading 1 introduces students to
effective methods of reading and studying college texts. Skill
practice focuses on finding main ides, identifying major and
minor supporting details, finding implied main ideas, identifying
patterns of organization, and learning critical reading
techniques. Vocabulary expansion is achieved through a study
of words, their use in context, and practice with reading a novel.
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SHA 2010 ANNUAL REFRESHER/FIRE SAFETY/
FIRST AID
SOC 1400 MARRIAGE AND THE FAMILY
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: none.
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences; (7)
Human Diversity.
Annual Refresher training includes the mine Safety and Health
Act (mSHAct) of 1977 requirements for 30 CFR Part 48 Annual
Refresher training for miners. through the combination of
lecture, slides, transparencies, videos, discussion,
demonstration, and “interactive clickers” participants will
identify mine safety and health hazards and how to protect
themselves from these hazards. basic First Aid and Fire Safety
will be reviewed.
Credits: 3
marriage and the Family is the study of various patterns of
marriage and family throughout u.S. history. Dating, sexuality,
divorce, remarriage, and alternatives to traditional marriage and
families are examined. Special attention is given to the
impacts of class, race, and gender on marital relations.
SOC 2200 RACE AND ETHNICITY
Credits: 3
SOCIOLOGY
SOC 1100 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences; (7)
Human Diversity.
introduction to Sociology is a general introduction to the study
of human relationships, group aspects of behavior, and social
institutions. Special attention is given to the basic terms,
concepts, and theories used in the discipline of sociology.
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences; (7)
Human Diversity.
Race and ethnicity will examine the relationships of racial and
ethnic minorities to the dominant American society. major
topics will include the basic concepts of race and ethnicity and
their origins, theoretical perspectives on race and ethnic
relations, racial and ethnic conflicts and their historical roots,
as well as the role of social institutions in the lives of minority
groups.
SOC 2300 AGING
SOC 1200 SOCIAL PROBLEMS
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences; (9)
ethic and Civic Responsibility.
Social Problems is a critical evaluation of American culture and
social structure as an underlying cause of American and global
social problems. the course is presented from the perspective
that individuals have an ethical responsibility to change social
structures that result in inequalities among persons,
destruction of the environment, and individual deviance.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences; (9)
ethic and Civic Responsibility.
Aging presents a study of aging in modern society. biological,
psychological, and sociological perspectives will be utilized to
gain an understanding of the aging process and its impacts on
the individual and society.
SPEECH
SPCH 1010 FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH
Credits: 3
SOC 1300 CRIMINOLOGY
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: none.
MNTC goal area: (5) History/Social/behavioral Sciences; (9)
ethic and Civic Responsibility.
Criminology studies the nature and extent of juvenile
delinquency and adult criminality. theories of deviance will be
offered from biological, psychological, and sociological
perspectives. the course investigates how law enforcement,
the courts, and correctional systems react to crime.
Prerequisites: engl 1060 recommended.
MNTC goal area: (1) Communications.
Fundamentals of Speech is designed to help the student
become a more efficient communicator in public speaking
situations. emphasis is on developing skills in basic research,
organization, audience analysis, delivery, and listening.
Students will examine and articulate their personal ethical
views while respecting the values of others. Students will also
be responsible for the construction and presentation of
speeches and active participation in small group discussions.
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SPCH 1040 INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION
STSK 1100 TRANSITION TO COLLEGE
Credits: 3
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: engl 1060 recommended.
Prerequisites: Student must be eligible for membership in the
Student Support Services (SSS) Program. Consult with an SSS
staff member to determine eligibility.
MNTC goal area: (1) Communications.
introduction to Communication helps the student become a
more efficient communicator in interpersonal and presentation
situations. through reading and participating in practical class
exercises, students will explore the basic elements of
interpersonal communication including critical thinking, selfconcept, perception, listening, verbal and nonverbal expression,
relationships and conflict management. in addition, students
will learn to present speeches with emphasis on developing
skills in basic research, organization, audience analysis,
delivery, and listening. Students will examine and articulate
their research findings and personal views while respecting the
work and values of others.
transition to College provides new students with the tools
necessary to increase their success in college. it provides
information about college and college survival skills, study
skills on test-taking, reading, memorization, and note-taking.
the class also facilitates self-assessment using career and
academic inventories as well as personality and learning styles
assessments. Credit may not be earned for more than one of
the following classes: StSK 1100, StSK 1200.
STSK 1200 COLLEGE SUCCESS STRATEGIES FOR
HEALTH CAREERS
Credits: 2
SPCH 1050 INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION
Prerequisites: none.
Credits: 3
College Success Strategies for Health Careers is to aid the
student considering health careers to improve success in
college and develop study skills. Students will practice key
study skills such as time management, effective listening,
studying a technically-based text, note taking and preparing for
examinations. in addition to the instructor, people from various
health professions will be invited to share their expertise and
insights. this course is primarily designed for freshmen
considering health careers. Credits may be earned for only one
study skills class.
Prerequisite: none.
interpersonal Communication invites students to examine their
present communication style and to improve their competency
in communicating with other people. through reading and
participating in practical class exercises, students will explore
the basic elements of interpersonal communication, including
critical thinking, self-concept, perception, listening, verbal and
non-verbal expression, emotional expression, conversational
skills, personal relationships, intercultural communication,
conflict resolution, and personal power.
STUDY SKILLS
STSK 1001 COLLEGE SUCCESS STRATEGIES
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: none.
College Success Strategies is designed to aid the student in
improving motivation for success in college and in developing
general study skills. Students will practice key study skills
such as time management, effective listening, studying a text,
note taking, and preparing for examinations. in addition to the
instructor, people from within and outside of the college will be
invited to share expertise with the students. this course is
designed for students wishing to improve their study skills.
Credit may be earned for only one of the following: StSK 1001,
StSK 1100.
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