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2022-2023 Credit Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Art
  

  • ART 250 - Digital Photography I

    3 Credits
    Lab: 6

    Digital Photography I introduces students to electronic darkroom practices using current imaging technology. Students explore digital imaging using digital cameras, scanners and printers. Adobe Photoshop and other software are used. This course may be repeated twice for a maximum of 9 credit hours.

    Note: It is recommended, not required that students furnish their own cameras. Prior computer and basic photography experience recommended. This course requires basic reading, basic writing, and basic math.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: None
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  • ART 252 - Digital Photography II

    3 Credits
    Lab: 6

    Digital Photography II provides students with more advanced instruction in digital photographic processes, with an emphasis on paper selection and color modification through various software manipulation tools. Students use digital photography as a tool for personal expression. Students may repeat this course two times for a maximum of 9 credit hours.

    Note: It is recommended, not required that students furnish thier own cameras.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: ART 250  with a grade of C or higher or instructor consent
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  • ART 253 - 3D Design

    3 Credits
    Lab: 6

    3D Design is a studio course that explores the basic elements and principles of visual organization theory using a variety of media in three dimensions.

    Articulation: 1.1 (IAI): ART908

    Prerequisite: None
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  • ART 254 - Digital Photography III

    3 Credits
    Lab: 6

    Digital Photography III is an in-depth survey of the digital medium. Students create a portfolio of digital images after exploring papers and color palettes and experimenting with their own creative vision. The emphasis of this class is personal expression through the digital medium. Students may repeat this course two times for a maximum of 9 credit hours.

    Note: It is recommended, not required that students furnish their own cameras.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: ART 252  with a grade of C or higher or instructor consent
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  • ART 255 - Digital & Film Photo Exploration

    3 Credits
    Lab: 6

    Digital & Film Photo Exploration studies digital and traditional photography. Students work in both mediums to make expressive, high- quality images. They use antique photographic chemistries and a conventional darkroom as well as computers. This course may be repeated twice for a maximum of 9 credit hours.

    Note: Students will need a camera for this course.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: ART 241  or ART 250 , either with a grade of C or higher, or instructor consent
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  • ART 257 - Drawing III

    3 Credits
    Lab: 6

    Drawing III is the study of advanced drawing concepts and techniques. Traditional and non-traditional media are used in the development of a personal style. This course may be repeated three times for a maximum of 12 credit hours.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: ART 157  with a grade of C or higher
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  • ART 258 - Life Drawing II

    3 Credits
    Lab: 6

    Life Drawing II builds on the aesthetic and technical skills developed in the introductory-level course. Draped and undraped models are used.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: ART 158  with a grade of C or higher
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  • ART 261 - Painting II

    3 Credits
    Lab: 6

    Painting II explores personal style, contemporary issues and content. It expands on the technical and compositional skills acquired in Painting I to solve visual problems in oil and/or acrylic paint. Students may repeat this course three times for a maximum of 12 credit hours.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: ART 160  with a grade of C or higher
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  • ART 262 - Painting III

    3 Credits
    Lab: 6

    Painting III students further explore personal style, contemporary issues and content, as they advance their technical and compositional skills. This course may be repeated three times for a maximum of 12 credit hours.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: ART 261  with a grade of C or higher
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  • ART 263 - Painting IV

    3 Credits
    Lab: 6

    Painting IV provides further study of personal style and contemporary issues while expanding on technical and compositional skills acquired in Painting III. Students solve visual problems in oils and/or acrylics based on their personal sensibilities and the premise that creating art should be both meaningful and technically proficient. This course may be repeated three times for a maximum of 12 credit hours.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: ART 262  with a grade of C or higher or instructor consent
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  • ART 264 - Beginning Watercolor

    3 Credits
    Lab: 6

    Beginning Watercolor is a basic study of materials and techniques used in watercolor painting in a variety of subject matter. Students develop techniques including handling of the specialized brushes used in this transparent medium, as well as an understanding of color.

    Note: This course requires basic reading, basic writing, and basic math.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: None
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  • ART 265 - Advanced Watercolor

    3 Credits
    Lab: 6

    Advanced Watercolor offers the opportunity for more advanced learning in watercolor techniques (combining polymer medium, blocking out, resists and gesso) as well as pure watercolor. This course may be repeated three times for a maximum of 12 credit hours.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: ART 264  with a grade of C or higher
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  • ART 266 - Advanced Painting

    3 Credits
    Lab: 6

    Advanced Painting further explores contemporary issues and personal style. Individual sensibility and advanced technical issues are also explored. This course may be repeated three times for a maximum of 12 credit hours.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: ART 263  with a grade of C or higher
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  • ART 271 - Ceramics I

    3 Credits
    Lab: 6

    Ceramics I is an introductory studio course teaching both hand and wheel methods of construction. Students explore clay bodies, glazes, decoration methods and kiln firing. This course may be repeated once for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

    Note: This course requires basic reading, basic writing, and basic math.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: None
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  • ART 272 - Ceramics II

    3 Credits
    Lab: 6

    Ceramics II continues hands-on learning of basic hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques. Students develop proficiency in clay use, surface applications and kiln firing. This course may be repeated once for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: ART 271  with a grade of C or higher
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  • ART 273 - Ceramics III

    3 Credits
    Lab: 6

    Ceramics III involves studio work with a variety of clay bodies and techniques. Emphasis is on improving students’ wheel-throwing skills and knowledge of technical processes. This course may be repeated twice for a maximum of 9 credit hours.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: ART 272  with a grade of C or higher
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  • ART 274 - Ceramics IV

    3 Credits
    Lab: 6

    Ceramics IV builds on the technical and aesthetic skills acquired in Ceramics III. It also offers a more in-depth exploration of personal style. This course may be repeated three times for a maximum of 12 credit hours.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: ART 273  with a grade of C or higher
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  • ART 275 - Ceramics Studio

    3 Credits
    Lab: 6

    Ceramics Studio is an advanced ceramics course. Students further grow and refine their skills as well as develop a personal aesthetic in clay. This course may be repeated three times for a maximum of 12 credit hours.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: ART 274  with a grade of C or higher
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  • ART 280 - Sculpture II

    3 Credits
    Lab: 6

    Sculpture II expands upon the process, materials and concepts covered in Sculpture I. Emphasis is placed on personal aesthetic and thematic development. May be repeated three times to a maximum of 12 credit hours.

    Prerequisite: ART 180  with a grade of C or higher
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  • ART 290 - Topics in Art

    3 Credits
    Lab: 6

    Topics in Art has various titles depending on the specific topic being explored. Topics vary according to semester and section. Offerings are listed in the current course schedule. Students may repeat this course three times on different topics for a maximum of 12 credit hours.

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading, intermediate writing, and basic math.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: None
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  • ART 299 - Independent Study in Art

    4 Credits Variable
    Independent Study in Art offers students the opportunity for independent study under the supervision of an Art Department faculty member. Students may repeat this course three times for a maximum of 4 credit hours.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: Written consent of the dean of Humanities and Social Sciences
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Automotive
  

  • AMT 100 - Principles of Automotive Technology

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 3

    Principals of Automotive Technology provides students with an introduction to the automotive industry. Students become acquainted with the major vehicle subsystems and components, identify their function and importance, and learn their service requirements. This general overview course covers shop safety, hazardous materials, basic physics principals, steering, chassis, suspension, brakes, internal combustion engines, electricity, drive train systems and basic diagnostics. The lab portion of this course offers hands-on experience that reinforces the theories and service procedures presented in the classroom. This course is the prerequisite to all other automotive courses.

    Note: The MCC Automotive program maintains a dress code for all students for reasons of safety as well as meeting industry standards for professionalism. Students are required to follow the dress code and practice all rules of safety including, but not limited to: School provided safety glasses must be worn in the lab at all times. Clean blue/black work pants or blue/black jeans with NO holes in them are permitted. Sagging pants are not allowed and pant legs must be worn on the outside of the boots. Cotton MCC automotive provided t-shirts must be worn to all automotive classes. Black or brown leather work shoes or boots of a traditional work boot/shoe style must be tightly laced and tongue-in. NO jewelry of any kind may be worn at any time. Baseball caps are permitted with the bill facing forward. Knit black or blue skull caps may be worn when lab area temperatures fall below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The instructor reserves the right to dismiss a student from class or lab if clothing, appearance, or actions are deemed unacceptable or unsafe! Students must possess a valid driver’s license to participate in any of the automotive courses due to minimum liability standards.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: None
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  • AMT 110 - Automotive Customer Service

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Automotive Customer Service introduces fundamental topics related to the job of a service consultant at an Automobile Service Facility. The information in the course is based on the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Validated Task List for Automobile Service Consultants, and is consistent with material found on the ASE Automobile Service Consultant Exam (C1).

    Note: The MCC Automotive program maintains a dress code for all students for reasons of safety as well as meeting industry standards for professionalism. Students are required to follow the dress code and practice all rules of safety including, but not limited to: School provided safety glasses must be worn in the lab at all times. Clean blue/black work pants or blue/black jeans with NO holes in them are permitted. Sagging pants are not allowed and pant legs must be worn on the outside of the boots. Cotton MCC automotive provided t-shirts must be worn to all automotive classes. Black or brown leather work shoes or boots of a traditional work boot/shoe style must be tightly laced and tongue-in. NO jewelry of any kind may be worn at any time. Baseball caps are permitted with the bill facing forward. Knit black or blue skull caps may be worn when lab area temperatures fall below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The instructor reserves the right to dismiss a student from class or lab if clothing, appearance, or actions are deemed unacceptable or unsafe! Students must possess a valid driver’s license to participate in any of the automotive courses due to minimum liability standards.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: AMT 100  or consent of instructor or department chair
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  • AMT 120 - Automotive Electricity Fundamentals

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 3

    Automotive Electricity Fundamentals is designed to introduce students to basic electrical principles and their applications in automobiles. Topics include electron theory, digital multimeter use and circuit testing, Ohm’s Law, magnetism, electromagnetism, induction, circuit types, chemical storage battery science, AC/DC motors and generators, and current/voltage regulation. Fundamental principles established in this course serve as the basis for many other related topics in subsequent course offerings.

    Note: The course fee covers a required specified digital multi-meter. Meters are distributed by the instructor. Contact the Automotive department chair for more information. The MCC Automotive program maintains a dress code for all students for reasons of safety as well as meeting industry standards for professionalism. Students are required to follow the dress code and practice all rules of safety including, but not limited to: School provided safety glasses must be worn in the lab at all times. Clean blue/black work pants or blue/black jeans with NO holes in them are permitted. Sagging pants are not allowed and pant legs must be worn on the outside of the boots. Cotton MCC automotive provided t-shirts must be worn to all automotive classes. Black or brown leather work shoes or boots of a traditional work boot/shoe style must be tightly laced and tongue-in. NO jewelry of any kind may be worn at any time. Baseball caps are permitted with the bill facing forward. Knit black or blue skull caps may be worn when lab area temperatures fall below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The instructor reserves the right to dismiss a student from class or lab if clothing, appearance, or actions are deemed unacceptable or unsafe! Students must possess a valid driver’s license to participate in any of the automotive courses due to minimum liability standards.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: Credit earned for AMT 100  with a grade of C or equivalent
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  • AMT 140 - Automotive Engine Technology

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 3

    Automotive Engine Technology presents the theory, design, and construction aspects of heat type internal combustion engines. Additionally, the inspection, service, and repair techniques necessary for successful service operations will be covered at length. Among the substantial number of topics to be covered are physical engine design configurations, liberation of power from fuel, engine operating cycles, fuel systems and the theory of compression/vacuum.

    Note: The MCC Automotive program maintains a dress code for all students for reasons of safety as well as meeting industry standards for professionalism. Students are required to follow the dress code and practice all rules of safety including, but not limited to: School provided safety glasses must be worn in the lab at all times. Clean blue/black work pants or blue/black jeans with NO holes in them are permitted. Sagging pants are not allowed and pant legs must be worn on the outside of the boots. Cotton MCC automotive provided t-shirts must be worn to all automotive classes. Black or brown leather work shoes or boots of a traditional work boot/shoe style must be tightly laced and tongue-in. NO jewelry of any kind may be worn at any time. Baseball caps are permitted with the bill facing forward. Knit black or blue skull caps may be worn when lab area temperatures fall below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The instructor reserves the right to dismiss a student from class or lab if clothing, appearance, or actions are deemed unacceptable or unsafe! Students must possess a valid driver’s license to participate in any of the automotive courses due to minimum liability standards.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: Credit earned for AMT 100  with a grade of C or equivalent
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  • AMT 160 - Automotive Electronic Fundamentals

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 3

    Automotive Electronic Fundamentals is the second in a series of electrical courses and is designed to provide students with an understanding of electronic principles, components, applications, and test procedures for systems in contemporary automobiles. Topics discussed in this course include electronic spark ignition theory and ignition oscilloscope testing and diagnosis, electronic components, symbols/nomenclature, semiconductors, solid state electronics, printed circuits, passive restraints, and body electrical systems.

    Note: The MCC Automotive program maintains a dress code for all students for reasons of safety as well as meeting industry standards for professionalism. Students are required to follow the dress code and practice all rules of safety including, but not limited to: School provided safety glasses must be worn in the lab at all times. Clean blue/black work pants or blue/black jeans with NO holes in them are permitted. Sagging pants are not allowed and pant legs must be worn on the outside of the boots. Cotton MCC automotive provided t-shirts must be worn to all automotive classes. Black or brown leather work shoes or boots of a traditional work boot/shoe style must be tightly laced and tongue-in. NO jewelry of any kind may be worn at any time. Baseball caps are permitted with the bill facing forward. Knit black or blue skull caps may be worn when lab area temperatures fall below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The instructor reserves the right to dismiss a student from class or lab if clothing, appearance, or actions are deemed unacceptable or unsafe! Students must possess a valid driver’s license to participate in any of the automotive courses due to minimum liability standards.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: Credit earned for AMT 100  and AMT 120  with a grade of C or equivalent
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  • AMT 170 - Manual Drive Train And Axles

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 3

    Manual Drive Train and Axles will provide students with a thorough understanding of manual transmissions and transaxles used in passenger vehicles today. Topics include: manual transmission and transaxle theory of operation, components, power flow and clutch operation. CV joints, drive shafts, and four-wheel drive operations will also be included.

    Note: The MCC Automotive program maintains a dress code for all students for reasons of safety as well as meeting industry standards for professionalism. Students are required to follow the dress code and practice all rules of safety including, but not limited to: School provided safety glasses must be worn in the lab at all times. Clean blue/black work pants or blue/black jeans with NO holes in them are permitted. Sagging pants are not allowed and pant legs must be worn on the outside of the boots. Cotton MCC automotive provided t-shirts must be worn to all automotive classes. Black or brown leather work shoes or boots of a traditional work boot/shoe style must be tightly laced and tongue-in. NO jewelry of any kind may be worn at any time. Baseball caps are permitted with the bill facing forward. Knit black or blue skull caps may be worn when lab area temperatures fall below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The instructor reserves the right to dismiss a student from class or lab if clothing, appearance, or actions are deemed unacceptable or unsafe! Students must possess a valid driver’s license to participate in any of the automotive courses due to minimum liability standards.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: Credit earned for AMT 100 , AMT 180 , and AMT 220  with a grade of C or higher
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  • AMT 180 - Auto Steering-Chassis-Suspension

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 3

    Auto Steering-Chassis-Suspension is designed to provide a thorough understanding of the design, construction, and operation of automotive chassis. Topics will include the latest technology associated with framework, suspension types, steering systems, CV, universal joints, tires and conventional rear drive units. In all topics, emphasis will be placed on the systems in production today. Contrasts between current systems and traditional styles will also be drawn.

    Note: The MCC Automotive program maintains a dress code for all students for reasons of safety as well as meeting industry standards for professionalism. Students are required to follow the dress code and practice all rules of safety including, but not limited to: School provided safety glasses must be worn in the lab at all times. Clean blue/black work pants or blue/black jeans with NO holes in them are permitted. Sagging pants are not allowed and pant legs must be worn on the outside of the boots. Cotton MCC automotive provided t-shirts must be worn to all automotive classes. Black or brown leather work shoes or boots of a traditional work boot/shoe style must be tightly laced and tongue-in. NO jewelry of any kind may be worn at any time. Baseball caps are permitted with the bill facing forward. Knit black or blue skull caps may be worn when lab area temperatures fall below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The instructor reserves the right to dismiss a student from class or lab if clothing, appearance, or actions are deemed unacceptable or unsafe! Students must possess a valid driver’s license to participate in any of the automotive courses due to minimum liability standards.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: AMT 100  or approved equivalent course, either with a grade of C or higher, or written consent
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  • AMT 200 - Computerized Automotive Systems

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 3

    Computerized Automotive Systems provides an in-depth look at how microprocessors have revolutionized automotive system controls. The computerized engine systems covered in this course are fuel distribution, emission controls, ignition, and transmission systems. In addition to engine control functions, various body systems using microprocessors will also be covered. Topics include: signal processing, analog/digital circuits, sensor/actuator controls, instrumentation, suspension, brake system controls, carburetor principles and 4-gas analysis.

    Note: The MCC Automotive program maintains a dress code for all students for reasons of safety as well as meeting industry standards for professionalism. Students are required to follow the dress code and practice all rules of safety including, but not limited to: School provided safety glasses must be worn in the lab at all times. Clean blue/black work pants or blue/black jeans with NO holes in them are permitted. Sagging pants are not allowed and pant legs must be worn on the outside of the boots. Cotton MCC automotive provided t-shirts must be worn to all automotive classes. Black or brown leather work shoes or boots of a traditional work boot/shoe style must be tightly laced and tongue-in. NO jewelry of any kind may be worn at any time. Baseball caps are permitted with the bill facing forward. Knit black or blue skull caps may be worn when lab area temperatures fall below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The instructor reserves the right to dismiss a student from class or lab if clothing, appearance, or actions are deemed unacceptable or unsafe!Students must possess a valid driver’s license to participate in any of the automotive courses due to minimum liability standards.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: Credit earned for AMT 140  and AMT 160  with a grade of C or equivalent
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  • AMT 220 - Automotive Brake Systems

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 3

    Automotive Brake Systems provides instruction in the theory and servicing of automotive drum and disc style systems. Included will be hydraulic master cylinder/power boost units, split systems, proportioning units, four wheel disc systems, computerized anti-lock systems and traction control.

    Note: The MCC Automotive program maintains a dress code for all students for reasons of safety as well as meeting industry standards for professionalism. Students are required to follow the dress code and practice all rules of safety including, but not limited to: School provided safety glasses must be worn in the lab at all times. Clean blue/black work pants or blue/black jeans with NO holes in them are permitted. Sagging pants are not allowed and pant legs must be worn on the outside of the boots. Cotton MCC automotive provided t-shirts must be worn to all automotive classes. Black or brown leather work shoes or boots of a traditional work boot/shoe style must be tightly laced and tongue-in. NO jewelry of any kind may be worn at any time. Baseball caps are permitted with the bill facing forward. Knit black or blue skull caps may be worn when lab area temperatures fall below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The instructor reserves the right to dismiss a student from class or lab if clothing, appearance, or actions are deemed unacceptable or unsafe! Students must possess a valid driver’s license to participate in any of the automotive courses due to minimum liability standards.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: AMT 100  or approved equivalent course, either with a grade of C or higher, or written consent
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  • AMT 230 - High Performance Engine Fundamentals

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2

    High Performance Engine Fundamentals is designed for students who wish to participate in motor sports either as an occupation or as a vocation. The students will be introduced to practical information on performance engine building, cost calculation, and machine shop selection. General construction theory, design, and procedures for building a high performance engine will be introduced. Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to build a high performance engine in a computer simulated environment as well as apply it to their own live applications.

    Note: The MCC Automotive program maintains a dress code for all students for reasons of safety as well as meeting industry standards for professionalism. Students are required to follow the dress code and practice all rules of safety including, but not limited to: School provided safety glasses must be worn in the lab at all times. Clean blue/black work pants or blue/black jeans with NO holes in them are permitted. Sagging pants are not allowed and pant legs must be worn on the outside of the boots. Cotton MCC automotive provided t-shirts must be worn to all automotive classes. Black or brown leather work shoes or boots of a traditional work boot/shoe style must be tightly laced and tongue-in. NO jewelry of any kind may be worn at any time. Baseball caps are permitted with the bill facing forward. Knit black or blue skull caps may be worn when lab area temperatures fall below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The instructor reserves the right to dismiss a student from class or lab if clothing, appearance, or actions are deemed unacceptable or unsafe! Students must possess a valid driver’s license to participate in any of the automotive courses due to minimum liability standards.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: AMT 120 , AMT 140 , AMT 160 , AMT 170 , AMT 260 , and AMT 270  with a grade of C or higher in all courses
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  • AMT 240 - Automotive Climate Control Systems

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 3

    Automotive Climate Control Systems covers the theory, operation, and maintenance of heating, air conditioning and ventilation systems used in current production automobiles. Topics include engine cooling system operation, air flow systems, manual and vacuum heater controls, thermostatic control systems, refrigeration theory, refrigerant chemicals, safety considerations, environmental concerns and regulations, refrigerant recovery, compressor repair and R-134 A technology.

    Note: The MCC Automotive program maintains a dress code for all students for reasons of safety as well as meeting industry standards for professionalism. Students are required to follow the dress code and practice all rules of safety including, but not limited to: School provided safety glasses must be worn in the lab at all times. Clean blue/black work pants or blue/black jeans with NO holes in them are permitted. Sagging pants are not allowed and pant legs must be worn on the outside of the boots. Cotton MCC automotive provided t-shirts must be worn to all automotive classes. Black or brown leather work shoes or boots of a traditional work boot/shoe style must be tightly laced and tongue-in. NO jewelry of any kind may be worn at any time. Baseball caps are permitted with the bill facing forward. Knit black or blue skull caps may be worn when lab area temperatures fall below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The instructor reserves the right to dismiss a student from class or lab if clothing, appearance, or actions are deemed unacceptable or unsafe! Students must possess a valid driver’s license to participate in any of the automotive courses due to minimum liability standards.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: AMT 120  with a grade of C or equivalent
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  • AMT 250 - Automotive Cooperative Internship

    6 Credits Variable
    Lab: 30

    Automotive Cooperative Internship provides students with an opportunity to apply and expand newly acquired skills in a traditional work environment. This course is carried out cooperatively between the instructor and the student’s employer. Periodic review sessions will be held to assess student progress, address problems, and review appropriateness of work involvement. Evaluation of student progress will be based, in part, upon written evaluation and consultations with the cooperating employer. This course may be repeated two times to earn a maximum of six credit hours under this course number.

    Note: Students must work 90 clock hours on the job per credit hour earned. Students must possess a valid driver’s license to participate in any of the automotive courses due to minimum liability standards.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: Written consent of Automotive department chair
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  • AMT 260 - Advanced Diagnostics & Driveability

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 3

    Advanced Diagnostics & Drivability is designed to give students an understanding of how a vehicle’s overall drivability, emissions, and fuel consumption are interrelated. In addition, students will learn to apply information from prerequisite courses along with data from the vehicle’s own malfunctions. A key topic covered is fuel injection system technology. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of maintaining emission control systems for peak vehicle operation and compliance with federal/state regulations.

    Note: The MCC Automotive program maintains a dress code for all students for reasons of safety as well as meeting industry standards for professionalism. Students are required to follow the dress code and practice all rules of safety including, but not limited to: School provided safety glasses must be worn in the lab at all times. Clean blue/black work pants or blue/black jeans with NO holes in them are permitted. Sagging pants are not allowed and pant legs must be worn on the outside of the boots. Cotton MCC automotive provided t-shirts must be worn to all automotive classes. Black or brown leather work shoes or boots of a traditional work boot/shoe style must be tightly laced and tongue-in. NO jewelry of any kind may be worn at any time. Baseball caps are permitted with the bill facing forward. Knit black or blue skull caps may be worn when lab area temperatures fall below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The instructor reserves the right to dismiss a student from class or lab if clothing, appearance, or actions are deemed unacceptable or unsafe! Students must possess a valid driver’s license to participate in any of the automotive courses due to minimum liability standards.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: Credit earned for AMT 140 , AMT 200 , and AMT 270  with a grade of C or higher
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  • AMT 265 - Alternate Fuel Vehicles

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 2 Lab: 2

    Alternate Fuel Vehicles provides instruction in the theory of vehicles using alternate fuels. The vehicles dedicated to run on compressed natural gas (CNG) or propane (LPG) and bi-fuel vehicles that can be switched from gasoline to CNG or LPG. The course is designed to familiarize the technician with the operation, as well as diagnostic and repair techniques recommended by original alternate fuel manufacturers and those that provide conversion kits.

    Note: The lab portion of this course is designed to support and reinforce the fundamental theories and service procedures established in classroom presentations through hands-on experience. The MCC Automotive program maintains a dress code for all students for reasons of safety as well as meeting industry standards for professionalism. Students are required to follow the dress code and practice all rules of safety including, but not limited to: School provided safety glasses must be worn in the lab at all times. Clean blue/black work pants or blue/black jeans with NO holes in them are permitted. Sagging pants are not allowed and pant legs must be worn on the outside of the boots. Cotton MCC automotive provided t-shirts must be worn to all automotive classes. Black or brown leather work shoes or boots of a traditional work boot/shoe style must be tightly laced and tongue-in. NO jewelry of any kind may be worn at any time. Baseball caps are permitted with the bill facing forward. Knit black or blue skull caps may be worn when lab area temperatures fall below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The instructor reserves the right to dismiss a student from class or lab if clothing, appearance, or actions are deemed unacceptable or unsafe! Students must possess a valid driver’s license to participate in any of the automotive courses due to minimum liability standards.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: AMT 200  with a grade of C or higher
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  • AMT 270 - Automatic Transmissions & Transaxles

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 3

    Automatic Transmissions & Transaxles provides students with a thorough understanding of automotive transmissions and transaxles used in passenger vehicles today. Topics will include automatic transmission and transaxle theory of operation, components, power flow, activating mechanisms, torque converters, hydraulic circuits, planetary gear systems, sprag clutches, valve bodies and governor units. Microprocessor-controlled transmissions and transaxles will also be included.

    Note: The MCC Automotive program maintains a dress code for all students for reasons of safety as well as meeting industry standards for professionalism. Students are required to follow the dress code and practice all rules of safety including, but not limited to: School provided safety glasses must be worn in the lab at all times. Clean blue/black work pants or blue/black jeans with NO holes in them are permitted. Sagging pants are not allowed and pant legs must be worn on the outside of the boots. Cotton MCC automotive provided t-shirts must be worn to all automotive classes. Black or brown leather work shoes or boots of a traditional work boot/shoe style must be tightly laced and tongue-in. NO jewelry of any kind may be worn at any time. Baseball caps are permitted with the bill facing forward. Knit black or blue skull caps may be worn when lab area temperatures fall below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The instructor reserves the right to dismiss a student from class or lab if clothing, appearance, or actions are deemed unacceptable or unsafe! Students are required to practice all rules of safety including, but not limited to, wearing safety glasses, jeans with no holes, cotton shirts and work boots. No jewelry of any kind may be worn in the lab. Students must possess a valid driver’s license to participate in any of the automotive courses due to minimum liability standards.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: Credit earned for AMT 170  and AMT 200  with a grade of C or higher
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  • AMT 299 - Automotive Independent Study

    3 Credits Variable
    Lecture: 3

    Automotive Independent Study provides students the opportunity to design a course of study around any automotive topic, by mutual agreement with the instructor. The parameters of the project, including conditions for evaluation, will be established prior to actual course enrollment. The student is responsible for the original project concept which must be supported by a preliminary project outline. Written progress reports must be submitted to the instructor, and a final oral report must be presented to complete course requirements. Course may be repeated two times to earn a maximum of three credit hours under this course number.

    Note: Students must possess a valid driver’s license to participate in any of the automotive courses due to minimum liability standards.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: Written consent of Automotive department chair
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Biology
  

  • BIO 110 - Introduction to Human Biology

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 3

    Introduction to Human Biology is a lab science course that introduces students to the human organism and the impact of modern biology and medicinal discoveries on humans. The course covers anatomy, nutrition, immunity, reproduction, development, genetics, and the relationship between humans and their environment. Dissection of a preserved fetal pig is a required part of the class. Students unwilling to participate in the dissection should not take this course. This course is designed as a general human biology survey course for life science credit.

    Note: This course cannot be used as a prerequisite for BIO 255  or BIO 263 .

    Articulation: 1.1 (IAI): L1 904L

    Prerequisite: None
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  • BIO 130 - Environmental Field Biology

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 3

    Environmental Field Biology is an introduction to the natural history of Northern Illinois. The course looks at the basic ecology and geological history of this region, including the impact of non-native species and human activities on environmental health. Students learn techniques for observing, collecting, identifying and evaluating local plants and animals. They get hands-on experience by going on field trips to collect ecological data and observe living organisms in a variety of natural environments. (This outdoor field work often requires extensive hiking.) As part of the course, students are required to volunteer with an organization or initiative focused on local environmental concerns. This field-based study fulfills the general education requirement for a life sciences lab course, but it may not meet the needs of allied health or biology majors.

    Articulation: 1.1 (IAI): L1 905L

    Prerequisite: None
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  • BIO 138 - Heredity, Ethics and Society

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Heredity, Ethics and Society, a non-lab biology course for non-science majors, addresses the moral, ethical, and social implications of biological advances in genetics and biotechnology. Students are introduced to ethics and moral reasoning concepts necessary to understand cell biology, genetics, human reproduction, and prenatal development, and how to apply moral reasoning to biological advances.

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading, intermediate writing and intermediate math.

    (IAI): L1 906

    Prerequisite: None
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  • BIO 157 - Fundamentals of Biology

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 3

    Fundamentals of Biology provides the general background required for biology and science majors and for further study in the allied health areas. This introductory life science course helps students understand biological problems. It examines ecological principles, cell structure and function, photosynthesis, metabolism, cell reproduction, genetics, reproduction and development. The course incorporates lecture and lab work, including some in the field.

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading, intermediate writing, and intermediate math.

    Articulation: 1.1 (IAI): L1 910L; BIO910

    Prerequisite: Credit with a grade of C or higher or concurrent enrollment in MAT 095 , or credit with a grade of C or higher or concurrent enrollment in both MAT 120  and MAT 020  
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  • BIO 158 - Evolution and Biodiversity

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 3

    Evolution and Biodiversity is designed for biology majors, but it also meets general education lab science requirements. The course involves lecture and lab work, including some in the field. The class begins with evolution and the diversity of organisms, from bacteria, protests and fungi to plants and animals. It continues with a comparative examination of anatomy and physiology in plants and animals. In the lab, students work on dissecting a fetal pig and other preserved specimens.

    Articulation: 1.1 (IAI): L1 910L; BIO910

    Prerequisite: None
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  • BIO 230 - Human Structure and Function

    6 Credits
    Lecture: 4 Lab: 4

    Human Structure and Function is designed to prepare students in OTA/PTA by concentrating on the body systems most relevant to future practice. Content focuses on cellular and tissue levels of organization as well as detailed examinations and analyses of structures and functions for the following organ systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, lymphatic and respiratory. The integration of neuromusculoskeletal elements, soft tissue and circulatory processes to maintain body homeostasis is a major theme for this course. In addition, balance/equilibrium, pain transmission, inflammatory responses, genetic disorders, metabolic changes, neural pathway disruptions and other factors influencing motor control and cognitive function will be discussed. Laboratory work will involve the use of microscopes, models, specimens and human cadavers as well as applications of physiological concepts. This course specifically fulfills the human anatomy and physiology prerequisite for students enrolling in the Occupational Therapy Assistant or the Physical Therapist Assistant programs at McHenry County College. It is not intended for those students continuing on into nursing programs or other allied health fields.

    Note: This course is not a baccalaureate transfer course. It fulfills the life sciences general education requirement for an AAS degree in OTA and PTA at McHenry County College. It is not intended for pre-nursing students or any other majors. This course requires intermediate math, intermediate reading, and intermediate writing. Successful completion of a minimum of either High School Biology or High School Chemistry within the last five years is strongly recommended.

    Prerequisite: None
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  • BIO 255 - Microbiology

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 2 Lab: 4

    Microbiology is a study of microorganisms, concentrating on bacteria. Among topics covered: the morphology, classification and physiology of microorganisms; the growth and genetics of bacteria; the role of microorganisms in human disease; the use of antimicrobial agents in controlling microbes; and methods for manipulating and studying microorganisms. The course is designed for students in biology and allied health areas.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: BIO 157  or BIO 263  with a grade of C or higher
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  • BIO 263 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 3

    Human Anatomy and Physiology I is the first course in a two-semester sequence. It teaches the organization of the human body from the molecular level to the organ systems. Areas of study include biochemistry, cell structure and function, tissues, integumentary system, skeletal system, articulations, muscular system and nervous system (including special senses). Lab work includes microscopy and dissection. A strong understanding of chemical principles is expected.

    Note: This course is intended to be taken with the subsequent semester course, BIO 264 , which covers the remaining body systems.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: BIO 157  with a grade of C or higher
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  • BIO 264 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 3

    Human Anatomy and Physiology II is the second course in a two-semester sequence. It continues the integrated study of body systems, including circulatory (cardiovascular and lymphatic), respiratory, digestive, urinary, endocrine and reproductive. Lab work includes microscopy and dissection.

    Note: This course is for students who require a two-semester anatomy and physiology sequence. It should not be taken without taking the first-semester course, BIO 263 .

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: BIO 263  with a grade of C or higher
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Business
  

  • BUS 110 - Business Career Skills

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Business Career Skills gives students an understanding of the changing nature of work, the workplace culture and competencies needed in today’s business environment. Students come away with the ability to identify and showcase their qualifications as well as conduct an effective job search. They work on researching businesses and identifying positions, application and resume writing skills, interview skills and business etiquette. The course involves computer and Internet use.

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading, intermediate writing, and intermediate math. Online courses require advanced reading and advanced writing.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: None
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  • BUS 145 - Business Applications of Mathematics

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Business Applications of Mathematics covers mathematics needed in various business activities. The content is helpful not only in the world of work, but also for students as they manage their own finances. This course covers payroll, checking accounts, investments and interest, credit costs, retail mathematics, insurance and taxes, stocks and bonds. Basic mathematical operations using whole and mixed numbers, percentages, decimals and fractions are reviewed.

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading, intermediate writing, and intermediate math. Online courses require advanced reading and advanced writing.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: None
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  • BUS 150 - Introduction to Business

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Introduction to Business is a survey of the field of business and business organizations. It covers elementary concepts in economics, management, production, marketing, finance, data processing, the social, legal and ethical aspects of business, and international business.

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading, intermediate writing, and intermediate math. Online courses require advanced reading and advanced writing.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: None
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  • BUS 155 - Business Communication

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Business Communication focuses on developing and improving communication skills. Verbal, nonverbal, written, listening, body language, formal and informal communications are discussed. Issues, scenarios, and activities are addressed, giving students practical knowledge and tools to improve their personal and professional communication.

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading, intermediate writing, and intermediate math. Online courses require advanced reading and advanced writing.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: None
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  • BUS 160 - Introduction to Entrepreneurship

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Introduction to Entrepreneurship is for those who want to learn the step by step process of launching a small business-how new ventures are identified, the start-up process, entrepreneurial skills and readiness, procedural and legal considerations, financial management, and current trends in ownership and management. This course helps students survey media, identify resources, and evaluate opportunities and threats to prepare them for the reality of owning their own business.

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading, intermediate writing, and intermediate math. Online courses require advanced reading and advanced writing.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: None
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  • BUS 162 - Entrepreneurship Business Planning

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Entrepreneurship Business Planning is designed for those with a basic understanding of entrepreneurship who seek to create an effective written business plan. Market analysis, strategies, management structure and business budgets are explained. Students also learn about effective business financial planning, cash flow projections, expense management, financial statements and financing strategies.

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading, intermediate writing, and intermediate math. Online courses require advanced reading and advanced writing.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: None
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  • BUS 165 - Electronic Commerce (E-Commerce)

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Electronic Commerce (E-Commerce) furnishes an introduction and overview of conducting business online that allows new and existing business to understand the complexities of running a successful e-commerce business. Students are exposed to the techniques, tools and strategies for supporting the marketing, operations, financial, customer service and supply chain facets of conducting business online. Course

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading, intermediate writing and basic math. Online courses require advanced writing.

    Prerequisite: None
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  • BUS 175 - Introduction: International Business

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Introduction: International Business teaches the basic concepts, principles and practices of international business. It covers the nature of international business; international organizations and monetary systems; labor and legal issues; political and cultural considerations; and the impact on the U.S. economy and business sector.

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading, intermediate writing, and intermediate math. Online courses require advanced reading and advanced writing.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: None
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  • BUS 220 - Human Relations and Team Building

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Human Relations and Team Building equips students with the knowledge and interpersonal skills to perform effectively in organizations. The course focuses on communicating effectively, motivating and influencing others, building team skills, coping with conflict and change, increasing productivity, managing stress, and identifying career, ethical and social values. Skills learned in this class are also valuable for those looking for greater personal harmony and productivity.

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading, intermediate writing, and intermediate math. Online courses require advanced reading and advanced writing.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: None
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  • BUS 235 - Business Ethics

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Business Ethics explores ethical issues in business decisions and decision-making. Through lecture on relevant laws, policies and case studies, students learn to identify, analyze and solve ethical dilemmas. Issues include those applicable to accountants and other business functions as well as consumers and society. The course surveys various corporate responsibility models and practical examples of compliance procedures and policies.

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading, intermediate writing, and intermediate math. Online courses require advanced reading and advanced writing.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: None
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  • BUS 241 - Business Law

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Business Law is an introduction to the legal system and the laws governing business activities. Topics include business agreements, contracts, sales, commercial paper, secured transactions, real and personal property, business entities, business ethics and corporate social responsibilities, and government regulation.

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading, intermediate writing, and intermediate math. Online courses require advanced reading and advanced writing.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: None
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  • BUS 255 - Business Internship

    3 Credits Variable
    Lab: 15

    Business Internship provides students with an opportunity to apply their newly acquired skills in a real work environment. The course is conducted cooperatively among the student, the College and the employer. Periodic review sessions are held to assess student progress and review the appropriateness of the work. Progress is based, in part, on written evaluation and consultations with the cooperating employer. Credit depends on time spent: 75 clock hours = 1 credit hour. This course is primarily for students in business programs, including accounting, business management, real estate, small business or business-related fields. Students may repeat this course twice but may not earn more than a total of 6 credit hours under this course number.

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading, intermediate writing, and intermediate math. Online courses require advanced reading and advanced writing.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: 12 credit hours of BUS coursework with a grade of C or higher and written approval of the Business department chair
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  • BUS 270 - Principles of Exporting & Importing

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Principles of Exporting & Importing provides a conceptual overview of import/export business. Content includes import/export marketing strategies, product development and market research. Key operational issues covered include documentation, procedures, tariff and non-tariff barriers, getting paid or paying for imports or exports, and U.S. Customs entry regulations, dates and quotas.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: None
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  • BUS 299 - Topics/Issues in Business

    4 Credits Variable
    Lecture: 4

    Topics/Issues in Business discusses variable topics relevant to the business environment. No topic is presented more than once every three years. Students may repeat this course three times on different topics for a maximum of 4 credit hours.

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading, intermediate writing, and intermediate math. Online courses require advanced reading and advanced writing.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: None
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Cancer Registry Management
  

  • CRM 225 - Cancer Registry Structure & Management

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0

    Cancer Registry Structure and Management will familiarize the students with the type of cancer registries and The National Standard Setting Organizations and Professional Organizations. Legal and Ethical Issues and Standards surrounding the cancer registry and Cancer Data and Confidentiality will be introduced.

    Note: Students are able to register for CRM 225 and CRM 245 at the same time.

    Prerequisite: Associate or Bachelor’s degree and BIO 110 or BIO 263 and BIO 264, HIT 235, AOM 135, CDM 110, HIT 240 or concurrent
    enrollment in the last semester of Health Information Management A.A.S.
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  • CRM 245 - Cancer Registry Operations

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0

    Cancer Registry Operations explains the principles of abstracting and data set identification. The guidelines for determining which cases meet eligibility requirements for state, federal and Commission on Cancer (CoC) standards will be discussed in detail. The daily operations of a cancer registry will be introduced. The Coe accreditation process and standards will be presented to the students.

    Note: Students may enroll in CRM 225 and CRM 245 at the same time.

    Prerequisite: CRM 225 with a grade of C or higher.
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  • CRM 255 - Cancer Disease, Coding and Staging

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 2 Lab: 4

    Cancer Disease, Coding and Staging will give the students an overview of the epidemiology of cancer. Students will learn the International Classification of Diseases for Oncology (ICD-0) coding, the Solid Tumor Rules and AJCC Cancer Staging Manual. In addition, students will learn Extent of Disease Coding-Diagnosis, Sequencing and Evaluating.

    Prerequisite: CRM 245 with a grade of C or higher.
    Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in CRM 265.

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  • CRM 265 - Oncology Treatment and Coding

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 2 Lab: 4

    Oncology treatment and coding introduces the students to the types of treatments used in oncology and the goals of the treatment. Students will learn the types of surgical procedures, radiation therapies, systemic treatments, palliative care and other treatments for cancer. Students will learn to properly code all treatments with the use of the STORE manual and SEER*Rx database.

    Prerequisite: CRM 245 with a grade of C or higher. 
    Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in CRM 255.

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  • CRM 275 - CRM Data Quality & Utilization

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 2 Lab: 4

    CRM Data Quality & Utilization teaches students the importance and methods to follow-up and monitor patient outcomes. Quality management and improvement processes are evaluated and compared. Database management and the use of the cancer registry data is discussed in detail. Statistics and biostatistics is introduced, calculated, and practiced.

    Note: Students may enroll for CRM 275 and CRM 285 at the same time.

    Prerequisite: CRM 265 with a grade of C or higher.
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  • CRM 285 - Abstracting Methods

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 2 Lab: 4

    Abstracting methods teaches students the general principals of abstracting through the study of medical records and their components. Students will learn to identify the information that will be included in a cancer abstract and apply coding instructions. At the competition of this course, students will be able to perform a complete abstract for major disease sites.

    Note: Students may enroll for CRM 275 and CRM 285 at the same time.

    Prerequisite: CRM 265 with a C or higher.
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  • CRM 295 - Cancer Registry Clinical Practicum

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 1 Lab: 11

    The clinical practicum provides students with a minimum of 160 hours of direct supervision by a Cancer Tumor Registrar (CTR). It will include hands-on experiences for application of course knowledge in all education components of coursework. Sites to be emphasized in abstracts are lung, breast, colon, prostate, bladder and the additional sites. Students will not begin the practicum experience until they have successfully completed with a C or better all the coursework in the CRM certificate program.

    Note: Students will receive a grade of satisfactory or no credit for this course. This course does not count toward GPA.

    Prerequisite: CRM 225, CRM 245, CRM 255, CRM 265, CRM 275, and CRM 285 all with a grade of C or higher. 
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Chemistry
  

  • CHM 115 - Chemistry and Society

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 3

    Chemistry and Society demonstrates how chemistry integrates into everyday life. It presents an overview of the principles of atomic structure, chemical bonding, nuclear chemistry, and the properties of acids and bases. Water quality, energy, acid rain, nuclear energy, drug design and nutrition are discussed in context of these principles.

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading, advanced writing, and intermediate math.

    Articulation: 1.1 (IAI): P1 903L

    Prerequisite: MAT 095  with a grade of C or higher
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  • CHM 164 - Introductory Chemistry

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 3

    Introductory Chemistry is a course with laboratory that teaches the fundamentals of inorganic chemistry. Topics include measurement, atomic theory, nomenclature, chemical bonding, stoichiometry, solution chemistry, chemical equilibrium, acids and bases, and nuclear chemistry. The course does not assume any previous coursework in chemistry and is designed for students who plan to pursue a career in allied health or nursing. It also serves as a preparatory course for students who plan to enroll in CHM 165  in the future.

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading, basic writing, and intermediate math.

    Articulation: 1.1 (IAI): P1 902L

    Prerequisite: MAT 095  with a grade of C or higher MAT 099  is strongly recommended
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  • CHM 165 - General Chemistry I

    5 Credits
    Lecture: 4 Lab: 3

    General Chemistry I is the first course in a two-semester sequence for science and engineering majors. It covers atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, basic chemical stoichiometry, thermochemistry, gas laws, and the properties of liquids and solids. Laboratory experiments correlate with lecture material.

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading, basic writing, and advanced math.

    Articulation: 1.1 (IAI): P1 902L; CHM911

    Prerequisite: High school chemistry, CHM 164  with a grade of C or higher, or consent of Chemistry department chair
    Corequisite: Credit or concurrent enrollment in MAT 161  or MAT 165  

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  • CHM 166 - General Chemistry II

    5 Credits
    Lecture: 4 Lab: 3

    General Chemistry II is a continuation of General Chemistry I. It covers solution chemistry, thermodynamics, kinetics, acids and bases, chemical equilibrium, electrochemistry, nuclear reactions, and coordination chemistry. Laboratory experiments correlate with lecture material.

    Articulation: 1.1 (IAI): CHM912

    Prerequisite: CHM 165  with a grade of C or higher
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  • CHM 170 - Survey of Organic and Biochemistry

    5 Credits
    Lecture: 4 Lab: 3

    Survey of Organic and Biochemistry examines the chemistry of organic compounds with an emphasis on compounds relevant to life sciences. Also included is an introduction to the structure, function and metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, and other molecules of biological importance. Laboratory experiments correlate with lecture material.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: Credit for CHM 165 , or CHM 164  with a grade of C or higher, or appropriate score on the CHM 164  placement test
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  • CHM 265 - Organic Chemistry I

    5 Credits
    Lecture: 4 Lab: 4

    Organic Chemistry I is the first course in a two-semester sequence of organic chemistry. The course includes a descriptive study of carbon compounds, including bonding, kinetics and mechanisms of reactions, aliphatic and aromatic compounds, and reactions of functional groups. Laboratory work focuses on techniques and handling procedures.

    Articulation: 1.1 (IAI): CHM913

    Prerequisite: CHM 166  
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  • CHM 266 - Organic Chemistry II

    5 Credits
    Lecture: 4 Lab: 4

    Organic Chemistry II is a continuation of Organic Chemistry I. It includes an in-depth study of the descriptive chemistry of functional groups, reaction mechanisms, applications of mass and infrared spectroscopy to structure determinations, and carbohydrate and protein chemistry. Laboratory work focuses on the preparation and identification of organic compounds.

    Articulation: 1.1 (IAI): CHM914

    Prerequisite: CHM 265  with a grade of C or higher
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College Experience
  

  • MCC 101 - The College Experience

    1 Credits
    Lecture: 1

    The College Experience (MCC 101) is an interactive freshman seminar to help students in their transition to McHenry County College and prepare them for the experiences and challenges they will face as a college student. Students examine their values, gain an appreciation for diversity, and develop life skills in a collegiate setting. They also familiarize themselves with the many campus resources and services designed to help students succeed. This course is a requirement for all first-time, full-time students at McHenry County College. The requirement must be completed during their first semester as a full-time student.

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading and intermediate writing.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: None
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  • MCC 102 - College Success Seminar

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    College Success Seminar is aimed at developing the critical thinking skills, reading proficiency and attitude needed to succeed in college courses. It emphasizes literal and interpretive comprehension of textbooks and lectures through reading rate flexibility, effective note- taking and test-taking strategies, problem solving and analytical reasoning. Students gain the information-processing strategies needed to be successful in undergraduate courses.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: None
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Computer Information Systems
  

  • CDM 090 - Introduction to Computer Application

    1.5 Credits
    Lecture: 1.5

    Introduction to Computer Application is designed for students who have very limited computer knowledge. In this hands-on course, they develop basic skills in word processing, Windows, Internet use, spreadsheets and databases. 

    Note: This course does not satisfy any prerequisites for other CIS classes. Credit cannot be applied to a degree or certificate.

    Prerequisite: None
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  • CDM 110 - Computer Literacy for Windows

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Computer Literacy for Windows is designed primarily for students planning to major in business. This course will acquaint and train students in the use of business software including word processing, database management, spreadsheets, presentation software, and Internet access methods. Students should have basic typing or keyboarding skills.

    Note: To complete the work in this course, students will need a computer that runs a full current (still fully supported by Microsoft) version of Windows and a full version of Microsoft Office. Students will be able to download a student version of Microsoft Office for use during the course at no additional cost. Students cannot complete this course on a tablet, Chromebook, or similar device that does not run a full version of Windows.

    Articulation: 1.2 (IAI): BUS902

    Prerequisite: None
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  • CDM 120 - Computer Ethics

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Computer Ethics asks students to explore the ethical dilemmas faced by computer professionals. Discussions center on computer crime, hacking, viruses, machine errors, invasion of privacy and computerization of the workplace.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: None
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  • CDM 205 - Technology in Education

    1 Credits
    Lecture: 1 Lab: 1

    Technology in Education is a hands-on course that demonstrates technology to be used in a classroom setting. Students work on developing lesson plans using PowerPoint and other presentation software, Word documents and spreadsheets.

    Articulation: 1.1

    Prerequisite: CDM 110  and EDU 251  both with a grade of C or higher; written consent of the executive dean of Education, Career and Technical Education
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  • CDM 250 - Internship in CDM

    2 Credits Variable
    Lecture: 0 Lab: 10

    Internship in CDM gives students the opportunity to apply their computer knowledge and skill in a real work environment. Goals and objectives for each student are prepared by the internship coordinator and the cooperating employer. (Students should contact the coordinator eight weeks before the internship starts.) The course may be repeated once for a maximum of 2 credits. Each credit requires a minimum of 75 contact hours.

    Note: This should be the last course in the program for every student.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: For Help Desk Certificate, completion of 12 credits of the Program Core requirements For AAS degree, completion of 30 credits of the degree requirement Written permission of the Computer Information Systems department chair is required for all students
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  • CDM 290 - Topics in Computers & Digital Media

    4 Credits Variable
    Lecture: 4

    Topics in Computers & Digital Media covers a range of topics focused on technological advances in computer information systems. Each section features a different topic. Students may repeat this course three times on different topics for a maximum of 12 credit hours.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: Varies; may require written consent of instructor or Computer Information Systems department chair, depending on the topic
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Computer Science
  

  • CSC 121 - Computer Science I

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 2

    Computer Science I is the first in a two-course sequence for students majoring in computer science, engineering or mathematics. Using a disciplined and procedural approach to problem-solving and algorithm development, it introduces such topics as data abstraction; selection, repetition and sequence control; arrays, records and files; and recursion. Students learn program design, testing and documentation using C++ language.

    Articulation: 1.1 (IAI): CS911

    Prerequisite: MAT 161  or MAT 165 , either with a grade of C or higher
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  • CSC 122 - Computer Science II

    4 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 2

    Computer Science II delves into more advanced topics in programming with emphasis on data structures and file manipulation. It covers design and implementation of large-scale problems; abstract data types; data structures, including files, sets, pointers, lists, stacks, queues, trees and graphs; processing; and an introduction to searching and sorting algorithms.

    Articulation: 1.1 (IAI): CS912

    Prerequisite: CSC 121  
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Construction Management
  

  • CMT 102 - Construction Documents

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Construction Documents provides an introduction to the documents used within the construction industry. Emphasis is placed on accurately reading, interpreting and visualizing the various conceptual documents used in the construction process, including plans and specifications, in both paper and electronic mediums. Residential and commercial projects are covered.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: None
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  • CMT 105 - Intro to Building Construction I

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Intro to Building Construction I introduces the principles, practices, and materials used in residential and light-commercial building construction. This course also examines the roles and responsibilities of the many participants involved within the industry.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: None
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  • CMT 107 - Intro to Building Construction II

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0

    Introduction to Building Construction II introduces the principles, practices, and materials used in commercial and industrial building construction. This course also examines the roles and responsibilities of the many participants involved within the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry.

    Note: CMT 105  recommended. This course requires basic construction document reading, Windows operating system, and file management skills.

    Prerequisite: None
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  • CMT 109 - Intro to MEP Building Systems

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3 Lab: 0

    Introduction to MEP Building Systems introduces the principles, practices, and materials used in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems used in buildings. This course also examines the roles and responsibilities of the design, operation, and installation of these systems within the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry.

    Note: CMT 105  recommended. This course requires basic construction document reading, Windows operating system, and file management skills.

    Prerequisite: None
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  • CMT 110 - Mechanical Systems and Codes

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Mechanical Systems and Codes studies the theory of and code requirements for mechanical systems. It covers procedures, layouts and safety principles for heating, cooling and ventilation systems, as well as application of HVAC code for small residential units (up to six dwelling units) and light commercial buildings. The course also looks at fuel gas and energy conservation issues.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: None
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  • CMT 115 - Electrical Systems and Codes

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Electrical Systems and Codes covers the basic theory of and code requirements for electrical systems and their installation. It concentrates on procedures, practices and layouts, as well as code inspection problems for residential, commercial and industrial installations.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: None
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  • CMT 120 - Building Codes and Enforcement

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Building Codes and Enforcement analyzes building standards as they pertain to safety. Students review building plans and specifications and apply appropriate code requirements, primarily the International Building Code (IBC) and International Mechanical Code (IMC). Special uses, fire-resistance rated materials and types of construction are also studied.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: None
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  • CMT 125 - Survey Layout and Measurement

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Survey Layout and Measurement familiarizes students with the science of survey. Surveying techniques, site layout, ground elevations and control points are some of the topics discussed. This hands-on class gives students the opportunity to conduct their own surveys.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: None
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  • CMT 201 - Construction Estimating

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Construction Estimating provides an introduction to the basic methods of developing and controlling probable cost of construction for both residential and commercial projects. Emphasis is placed on accurately developing construction costs and estimates, quantity takeoffs and surveys, labor productivity rates, local cost factors, and overhead and profit using both approximate and detailed methods. Industry-recognized cost estimating software and spreadsheets are used throughout the course.

    Note: This course requires basic construction document reading, Windows operating system, and file management skills. This course requires intermediate reading, writing, and math skill.

    Prerequisite: None
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  • CMT 203 - Construction Planning and Scheduling

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Construction Planning and Scheduling provides an introduction to the basic methods of developing plans and schedules of both residential and commercial construction projects. Emphasis is placed on developing project management and scheduling principles, work breakdown structures, critical path methods, cost controls, and project change and claim management. Industry-recognized planning and scheduling software and spreadsheets are used throughout the course.

    Note: This course requires basic construction document reading, Windows operating system, and file management skills. This course requires intermediate reading, writing, and math skills.

    Prerequisite: None
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  • CMT 205 - Construction Project Management

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Construction Project Management examines the practical skills required of an effective construction project manager. Students learn the necessary steps for a successful project, from preconstruction through construction and closeout. This course will provide students the opportunity to integrate and apply skills and knowledge taught throughout the program.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: None
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  • CMT 250 - CMT Internship

    3 Credits Variable
    Lecture: 3

    Construction Management Internship gives students the opportunity to apply their skills in a real work environment. The course is conducted cooperatively among the student, the College and the employer. Periodic review sessions are held to assess student progress toward agreed-upon learning objectives. Progress is based, in part, on written evaluation and consultations with the cooperating employer. To earn 1 credit, students complete a minimum of 80 contact hours. This course may be repeated once for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: None
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  • CMT 261 - Technical Portfolio Design I

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Technical Portfolio Design I provides the framework for students to create a professional technical portfolio to be used for employment seeking, learning assessment, including transfer institution evaluation, and goal evaluation. Students create a portfolio that demonstrates competence outlined on their resume and cover letter. Portfolios include professional and academic work experience and samples, as well as applicable certifications, resume, cover letter, and necessary documentation needed to apply for positions in industry.

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading, intermediate writing and basic math.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: None
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  • CMT 262 - Technical Portfolio Design II

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Technical Portfolio Design II finalizes the student technical portfolio to be used for employment seeking, learning assessment, including transfer institution evaluation, and goal evaluation. Students finalize their professional portfolio to solidify demonstration of competence outlined on their resume and cover letter. Research of future baccalaureate, training, and certification pathways is required.

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading, intermediate writing and basic math.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: CMT 261  
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  • CMT 290 - Topics in Construction

    3 Credits Variable
    Lecture: 3

    Topics in Construction has various titles depending on the specific topic being explored. Topics vary according to semester and section. Offerings are listed in the current course schedule. Students may repeat this course three times on different topics for a maximum of 12 credit hours.

    Note: This course requires intermediate reading, intermediate writing and basic math.

    Articulation: 1.2

    Prerequisite: None
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Criminal Justice
  

  • CJS 101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice

    3 Credits
    Lecture: 3

    Introduction to Criminal Justice teaches the philosophy of social control and the history of law and criminal justice. The course explores the fundamental questions of what crime is and what causes it. It also looks at the criminal justice system, including police, courts and correctional agencies and the roles of each as they relate to offenders and society. In addition, students learn about career opportunities in the field.

    Articulation: 1.2 (IAI): CRJ901

    Prerequisite: None
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