Jun 26, 2024

Middlesex Community College Academic Catalog 2011-12

Middlesex Community College Academic Catalog 2011-12 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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History
	HST 130 - History Of World Civilization Before 1500 3 A topical survey of the major cultural groupings in the world community from the beginnings of civilization to early modern times. Major attention is given to a comparative analysis of Mesopotamian, Egyptian, Indian, Chinese, Greco-Roman, African, Amerindian, Judeo-Christian, and Islamic civilizations. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 and eligible for ENG 101. Recommendation(s): Concurrent enrollment in ENG 075 or ENG 085 if CPT reading placement test is between 68 and 75. General Education Elective(s): Social Science Intensive Value(s): Multicultural/Global Awareness; Written Communication Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HST 131 - History Of World Civilization After 1500 3 A topical survey of the major cultural groupings in the world community from early modern times to the contemporary era. Topics covered include industrialization, the development of a world economy, political ideologies, and global interdependence. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 and eligible for ENG 101. Recommendation(s): Concurrent enrollment in ENG 075 or ENG 085 if CPT reading placement test is between 68 and 75. General Education Elective(s): Social Science Intensive Value(s): Multicultural/Global Awareness; Written Communication Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HST 135 - The Middle East 3 An explanation of the contemporary situation in the Middle East within a historical and global context. Topics covered include: cultural history, the development of religious and political conflicts; international relationships; terrorism; peace and security. General Education Elective(s): Social Science Intensive Value(s): Values/Ethics/Social Policy Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HST 136 - Vietnam: The War And The Country 3 A unique course on the Vietnam War and its meaning for the United States and Vietnam up to the present day. What was the war all about? What was the war like for U.S. and Vietnamese soldiers? Why did the war end the way it did? What is happening in Vietnam and Cambodia since the war ended? What are the lessons of Vietnam for today and what light does Vietnam shed on the recent war with Iraq? Class discussion will be based on lecture, video, historical documents and speakers. Prerequisite(s): Eligible for ENG 101. Recommendation(s): Concurrent enrollment in ENG 075 or ENG 085 if CPT reading Placement test is between 68 and 75 General Education Elective(s): Social Science Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HST 137 - History of Russia 3 Formerly SO 3147 This course will introduce students to contemporary Russia by examining the historical, political and sociological factors that have influenced and shaped the development of Russian culture, society, and politics during the Romanov, Soviet, and post-Soviet periods. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or successful completion of (EN 2121) and eligibility for ENG 101 (EN 1103). Recommendation(s): Concurrent enrollment in ENG 075 (EN 2122) or ENG 085 (EN 2131) if CPT reading placement test is between 63 and 74. General Education Elective(s): Social Science Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HST 139 - Christian and Islamic Cultures in Peace and Conflict 3 This course will explore themes from life in Medieval Spain that are still reflected in today’s global headlines. A period from the 5th century to 1492, this was a time and place when religiously rooted cultures were in conflict on the battlefield, in the political arena, and in the arts. Students will examine topics such as the Visigoth invasion, the motives of the expansion of Islam in Western Europe, the mystery of the Christian Pilgrimage to Santiago of Compostela, the rise of Cordoba as a cultural rival to Baghdad, the Christian reconquest and the end of Spanish Judaism, and of Muslim Granada. Major attention will be given to the theme of encounters: the influence of Islam on Western Europe through its pervasive cultural presence in Spain, and the singular moment of interaction between Muslims, Christians and Jews, which for a time developed a culture of tolerance among the three faiths. Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for ENG101 Note(s): This course satisfies a Social Science Elective Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HST 310 - Peru Experience 3 This course is a travel-study experience that offers an interdisciplinary approach to Peru and its healthcare system. It will provide students an opportunity to support the collegeΓÇÖs mission of service to regions beyond our borders. Classes on campus will prepare for this service experience by focusing on situating contemporary Peru through a combination of geographical, historical, social, political and economic contexts. Mandatory classes and readings, with a focus on cultural values and communication, will be held at the Lowell Campus prior to the travel to prepare the students for the service component. Students will be providing services to meet healthcare needs of underserved clients in a rural setting in and around Trujillo, Peru. A series of seminars will be held and an opportunity to connect with Peruvian college students while in Peru will afford students an opportunity to share healthcare perceptions and foster cultural understanding. Prerequisite(s): Completion of the first year of a Health Careers program Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HST 914 - The Middle East-Honors 3 An explanation of the contemporary situation in the Middle East within a historical and global context. Topics covered include: cultural history, the development of religious and political conflicts; international relationships; terrorism; peace and security. Prerequisite(s): At least 12 credits with a GPA of 3.2 and completion of ENG 101. Note(s): This course satisfies a Social Science Elective and also the Values or Ethics or Social Policy Intensive Value. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HST 930 - World Cultures: Honors Seminar 3 World Cultures: An Honors Seminar is an interpretive survey of the development of selected societies and cultures from ancient to modern times. In this course we offer a comparative and interdisciplinary study of world religious traditions, analyze the nature of culture, examine selected contemporary global issues, and give consideration to the principal contributions, forces, and trends found among the major cultures of the world, their inner dynamics, and the way ideas and other factors of change have created challenges for societies. Prerequisite(s): 12 credits with a GPA of 3.2 and a B or better in ENG 101 or permission of instructor Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HST 931 - Honors Seminar: Latin American Literature and Society 3 This course will explore Latin American culture and society from the independence generation of the 19th century to the globalization of the 21st century. The course will provide students with a comparative and interdisciplinary perspective on the history and literature that contributed to the formation of Latin American cultural identity. Major attention will be given to topics such the legacy of colonialism, nation building, cultures, migration, race, religion, women, international relations, reform and revolutionary movements in Latin America. Prerequisite(s): 12 credits with a GPA of 3.2 and B or better in ENG 101 or by permission of instructor Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
Human Services
	HOM 100 - Introduction to Homeland Security 3 This course will introduce students to the vocabulary and important components of Homeland Security. We will discuss the importance of the agencies associated with Homeland Security and their interrelated duties and relationships. We will examine historical events that impact Homeland Security. We will explore state, national, and international laws impacting Homeland Security. We will examine the most critical threats confronting Homeland Security. Note(s): Program admission process includes essay submission and review by MCC committee. TSA management and MCC then select TSO’s for each course based on the essay. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUS 098 - Fundamentals of Community Retardation Services 3 This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts and practices of providing community support services to people with mental retardation. The course has classroom and practicum components. Weekly lectures are provided by the instructor and by visiting faculty who are practitioners in the field. A concurrent practicum in a human service agency is required. Weekly reading assignments, weekly journals and a short paper are part of the course requirements. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUS 098 - Fundumentals of Community Retardation Services 3 This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts and practices of providing community support services to people with mental retardation. The course has classroom and practicum components. Weekly lectures are provided by the instructor and by visiting faculty who are practitioners in the field. A concurrent practicum in a human service agency is required. Weekly reading assignments, weekly journals and a short paper are part of the course requirements. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUS 099 - Special Topics in Mental Retardation 3 This course is designed to develop core competencies required for staff serving people with mental retardation. This course addresses the topics of human rights, health and safety, medication administration, first aid and CPR, fire safety, and the skills outlined in the National Community Support Skills Standards. The question that will guide the study and discussion of these topics is how to balance the health and safety of those served with the right of choice and self-determination. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUS 101 - Introduction to Human Services 3 An introduction to and overview of the terminology, client populations, and career options in human services. The focus of the course will be on individuals in need, understanding our own value systems, social policies and their impact, and critical trends, such as self advocacy, managed care, and prevention. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or concurrent enrollment in ENG 060 and eligible for ENG 101. Recommendation(s): Concurrent enrollment in ENG 075 or ENG 085 if CPT reading placement test is between 68 and 75. Intensive Value(s): Values/Ethics/Social Policy Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUS 102 - Alcohol/Substance Abuse Treatment with Groups and Families 3 This course will prepare students to facilitate groups with substance abusers, with couples in which one or both partners are recovering, collaterals of substance abusers, and adult children of substance abusers. Topics covered will include techniques for group leaders in establishing groups, how to overcome defenses and roadblocks in the group setting, and the therapist’s role in the group, as well as transference and countertransference. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUS 103 - Stress Management and Relapse Prevention 3 This course will examine the effects of stress and the development of stress management skills for individuals in recovery and for counselors working in the field of addiction treatment. The foundation of the course is an understanding of how the inability to cope with internal and external stressors can lead to addiction relapse. Particular emphasis is on the specific stressors experienced in the first years of recovery, learning to use and teach stress management techniques to help clients, and research and clinical practices most relevant to relapse prevention. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUS 151 - Counseling Theory/Process 3 This course will focus on techniques of intervention used in individual, group and family work. Therapies included are: behavior modification, psychodynamic, existential-humanistic, client centered, gestalt, transactional analysis, rational emotive, reality, and family systems. Also discussed will be such questions as when to use a particular intervention, when to include another member of the family in the work, and when to recommend a particular kind of therapy. Prerequisite(s): HUS 201 or permission of the instructor Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUS 152 - Current Issues Human Services 3 Covers a range of specialties within the field of mental health and human services, including developmental disabilities, mental retardation, alcohol and drug abuse, child and adolescent treatment, sexuality, family therapy, and depression, suicide, loss and grief. The course is taught through lectures and workshops conducted by experts in the field. Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 Intensive Value(s): Written Communication, Computer Literacy Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUS 152 - Current Issues in Human Services 3 Covers a range of specialties within the field of mental health and human services, including developmental disabilities, mental retardation, alcohol and drug abuse, child and adolescent treatment, sexuality, family therapy, and depression, suicide, loss and grief. The course is taught through lectures and workshops conducted by experts in the field. Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 Intensive Value(s): Written Communication, Computer Literacy Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUS 153 - Supervised Field Placement/Seminar I 4 Students contract for a minimum of 150 hours per semester at a practicum placement and a weekly seminar at the college. Students are supervised by an experienced staff person at the fieldwork site and by the course instructor who visits the sites and maintains ongoing contact with the staff supervisor. Designed to increase understanding of entry-level positions in human services. Students have the opportunity to investigate potential jobs in human service fields, to apply interpersonal communications skills and to work with individuals who are receiving support from human service agencies. Prerequisite(s): HUS 200 or HUS 201 Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUS 154 - Supervised Field Placement/Seminar II 4 A continuation of the field placement and seminar core sequence. Students must complete a minimum of 150 hours at a field placement site and attend a weekly seminar at the college. Supervised Field Placement and Seminar II provides a continuation of experience in the modalities, theories, techniques and career building at human service agencies. Each student is responsible for a weekly journal and for documentation of their hours and responsibilities. Prerequisite(s): HUS 153 or permission of the instructor Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUS 200 - Introduction to Counseling Skills 3 This course focuses on the techniques and processes involved in helping relationships. Students explore the basic concepts and facilitative skills of helping relationships while building effective observation, assessment, treatment planning, and one-on-one interview skills. Students are introduced to counseling theories and their related processes and techniques including behavioral, person-centered, existential, and relationship building. Through a combination of readings, lectures, and structured learning experiences and exercises, students explore the nature and range of human characteristics and individual potential interventions. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUS 201 - Counseling Skills 3 This course focuses on the techniques and processes involved in a helping relationship. Designed to develop student effectiveness in assessment, treatment planning, and one-to-one interview skills through a combination of readings, role plays and structured learning experiences with an emphasis on multicultural diversity. Designed as a preparation for Supervised Field Placement. Prerequisite(s): ENG 101, PSY 101 or permission of instructor Intensive Value(s): Multicultural/Global Awareness Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
Humanities
	HUM 100 - Explorations in Humanities 3 This dynamic course will introduce the activities in the humanities: music, art, dance, theater, philosophy, and literature. The course is hands-on, stresses learning by doing and will integrate learning strategies, study skills and information on college resources to help sharpen learning skills that contribute to college success. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or successful completion of ENG 065 and ENG 050. Students placing above or who have successfully completed ENG 071 and whose CPT is above 67 are not eligible to enroll in this course. Recommendation(s): Concurrent enrollment in ENG 071 and/or ENG 055, if CPT is between 44 and 55, is encouraged. General Education Elective(s): Humanities Intensive Value(s): Multicultural/Global Awareness Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUM 101 - Searching for Heroes 3 This course will compare modern-day heroes from ancient Greek, Hindu, and Native American mythologies; real-life heroes from the news and biographies; and fictional heroes from literature. Through reading, writing, and discussing, students will consider how core elements of the heroes’ journey common to all cultures can inspire and better inform their own college experience, their career choices, and their lives. This course fulfills the Freshman Seminar requirement. Corequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in two developmental courses. General Education Elective(s): Humanities Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUM 102 - Introduction To The Humanities 3 A general introduction to the humanities, music and theater; the visual and plastic arts (architecture, sculpture, painting, photography, and film); literature and philosophy. Surveys some major works and requires some experiential learning, trips to museums and galleries, musical and dramatic performances. Although the primary focus is on the Western tradition, some works from other world cultures are included. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 and completion of ENG 101. Recommendation(s): Concurrent enrollment in ENG 075 or ENG 085 if CPT reading placement test is between 68 and 75. General Education Elective(s): Humanities Intensive Value(s): Written Communication; Values/Ethics/Social Policy Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUM 103 - The Great Traditions: An introduction to Humanities 3 Once upon a time, college was an exploration. These days it is more a high-speed rush towards an occupational goal. This course is designed to give today’s fast-track students a survey of possibilities, serious and substantial, yet introductory, a brief immersion in the traditional disciplines. Included are Socrates, the Rabbis of the Pirke Avot and Jesus, Freud (in his Civilization and Its Discontents) and Marx (as introduced by Erich Fromm), the poetry in Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes’ Romeo + Juliet, photography and paintings from the Museum of Modern Art, short fiction by Alice Walker, Bernard Malamud and Higuchi Ichio, and three major statements by 20th century writers: Virginia Woolf (A Room of One’s Own), Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (Letter from Birmingham Jail), and Elie Wiesel (Night). General Education Elective(s): Humanities Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUM 104 - Myths 3 Asks how myths came about and why they exist. Readings from the ancient cultures of Rome, Greece, Egypt and Mesopotamia, as well as an exploration of the myths of the North American Indian and Asian peoples. Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 General Education Elective(s): Humanities Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUM 105 - Images of Black America 3 This course will trace the historical development of stereotypic and negative images of Black Americans, particularly in the media, and will examine the psychological impact of those images on African Americans and other individuals in our society. In addition, the course will acknowledge renowned African-American individuals and social movements that have contributed to the development of our society. Prerequisite(s): Eligible for ENG 101 Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUM 120 - The Ireland Experience 3 This course is a two week travel-study experience in Ireland that will focus on the history and culture of Ireland with special emphasis on Dublin and Belfast as the political and cultural centers of the Irish Experience. Students will spend a week at St. Patrick’s College in Dublin and a week at Stranmillis University College in Belfast, Northern Ireland, as bases for lectures and guided group tours. There will be four mandatory three-hour classes held at the Lowell Campus prior to departure and one class after return. The purpose of classes and readings will be to prepare students for the academic, cultural and social experience of traveling and studying in these two cities and their environs. Prerequisites: Students must complete 12 credits at MCC in order to apply for this fellowship program. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUM 121 - The China Experience 3 An introductory study of traditional and contemporary Chinese culture and values. Academic and study tour components place an emphisis on situating contemporary China in a geographical, historical, philosophical, and social/political/economic context. The readings for the course include selections designed to provide comparisons between Chinese and American culture values. This course satisfies a Behavioral Science Elective or Social Science Elective and a Multicultural/Global Awareness Intensive Value. Prerequisite(s): ENG 071 or placement into ENG 101 Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUM 125 - Cambodia: History/Art/Culture 3 This course explores the historical, political, and cultural events that shape Cambodian art and culture. Topics will range from the 600-year-old Angkorean civilization, Buddhism, and French colonialism, to the American secret bombing during the Vietnam war, the Khmer Rouge genocide, the UNTAC period, and the current revival of traditional music, dance and art. The course will also examine cultural and social effects on individuals and families, in Cambodia and in the Cambodian-American community, of 40 years of civil war. Students will learn how to conduct research and interviews with artists, and religious and community leaders, and document their findings, including creating a short visual narrative in the linked course, The Art of the Comic Book: Focus on Cambodia. Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for English 101 Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUM 135 - Windows On The World:Social Psychology Explored Through the Humanities 3 This unique course integrates theories of social psychology, humanities and the arts. Research and theories from social psychology are examined in various art forms through novels, biographies, dramas, concerts, etc. Topics include attitudes, prejudice, biases, conformity, relationships, group dynamics, and environmental setting. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of ENG 101 and either PSY 101 or SOC 101 General Education Elective(s): Humanities; Literature Intensive Value(s): Computer Literacy; Written Communication; Multicultural/Global Awareness Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUM 310 - Peru Experience 3 This course is a travel-study experience that offers an interdisciplinary approach to Peru and its healthcare system. It will provide students an opportunity to support the collegeΓÇÖs mission of service to regions beyond our borders. Classes on campus will prepare for this service experience by focusing on situating contemporary Peru through a combination of geographical, historical, social, political and economic contexts. Mandatory classes and readings, with a focus on cultural values and communication, will be held at the Lowell Campus prior to the travel to prepare the students for the service component. Students will be providing services to meet healthcare needs of underserved clients in a rural setting in and around Trujillo, Peru. A series of seminars will be held and an opportunity to connect with Peruvian college students while in Peru will afford students an opportunity to share healthcare perceptions and foster cultural understanding. Prerequisite(s): Completion of the first year of a Health Careers program Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUM 902 - The American Dream 3 This seminar will focus on the rich heritage of ideas that Americans have developed to define and describe themselves and their dreams. The course will examine the founding period, the westward movement, industrialization, urbanization, and immigration through the arts: prose, poetry, drama, music, music theater, dance, painting, sculpture, photography, and film. In addition to the classroom experience, there will be individual and group projects, guest speakers, artists presentations and field trips. Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENG 101. Prerequisite for honors credit: 12 credits with a GPA of 3.2 and a B or better in ENG 101 or permission of instructor General Education Elective(s): Humanities; Literature Intensive Value(s): Written Communication Note(s): This course may be taken for Honors option. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUM 930 - Honors Seminar on World Cultures 3 This course is an interpretive survey of the development of selected societies and cultures from ancient to modern times. The class presents a comparative and interdisciplinary study of world cultures within the context of their religious and philosophical traditions. Additionally, this seminar examines the nature of multiculturalism in modern societies and analyzes the meaning and relevance of cultural chauvinism, race, and racism within their historical and contemporary contexts. Prerequisite(s): 12 college level (100 above) credits with a GPA of 3.2 and B or better in ENG 101 or by permission of instructor(s) General Education Elective(s): This course will satisfy requirements for the Honors Program, the interdisciplinary option, general education, humanities, and social sciences. Note(s): This course will fulfill Commonwealth Honors Colloquium Requirement. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUM 930 - World Cultures: Honors Seminar 3 World Cultures: An Honors Seminar is an interpretive survey of the development of selected societies and cultures from ancient to modern times. In this course we offer a comparative and interdisciplinary study of world religious traditions, analyze the nature of culture, examine selected contemporary global issues, and give consideration to the principal contributions, forces, and trends found among the major cultures of the world, their inner dynamics, and the way ideas and other factors of change have created challenges for societies. Prerequisite(s): 12 credits with a GPA of 3.2 and a B or better in ENG 101 or permission of instructor General Education Elective(s): Humanities Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HUM 931 - Honors Seminar: Latin American Literature and Society 3 This course will explore Latin American culture and society from the independence generation of the 19th century to the globalization of the 21st century. The course will provide students with a comparative and interdisciplinary perspective on the history and literature that contributed to the formation of Latin American cultural identity. Major attention will be given to topics such the legacy of colonialism, nation building, cultures, migration, race, religion, women, international relations, reform and revolutionary movements in Latin America. Prerequisite(s): 12 credits with a GPA of 3.2 and B or better in ENG 101 or by permission of instructor Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
Law
	LGL 101 - Introduction to Law 3 This course provides an interdisciplinary introduction to the legal process in theory and practice, designed to acquaint students with the development and effectiveness of the American system of law. The topics explored will include: the function of law in society, the use of legal remedy to resolve conflict, the impact of law on social behavior, the rights and duties of individuals and groups, the impact of wealth, status, and power, and legal precedent. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 and eligible for ENG 101. General Education Elective(s): Social Science Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	LGL 102 - Business Law 3 This course provides a comprehensive study of the relationship between business and the law. It begins with a study of the American legal system and includes the topics of contracts, the UCC, business torts and crimes, agency and employment issues, product liability concepts, consumer protection, and the variety of ways in which a business may be legally organized. General Education Elective(s): Social Science Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	LGL 103 - Environmental Law 3 This course introduces students to the rapidly expanding field of environmental law and presents an overview of some of the most important environmental law concepts, issues, and statutes. Attention will be given to diverse areas of environmental law, such as: pollution prevention and control, environmental cleanup, natural resources protection, and other relevant topics. After reviewing principles of constitutional and common law, students will examine a representative selection of the major environmental laws in the United States, such as the National Environmental Policy Act, the Endangered Species Act, the “Superfund,” and the Clean Air Act, as well as other state and federal legislation and regulations. The role of citizens in environmental protection and law, as well as the values and science that influence environmental law, will also be discussed. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 and eligible for ENG 101. General Education Elective(s): Social Science Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	LGL 140 - Conflict Resolution Skills 3 Students are introduced to conflict resolution skills of negotiation, mediation and arbitration through a series of actual cases and role plays. The nature and sources of conflict are examined within the context of judicial and non-judicial conflict resolution models. Ethical considerations are analyzed with particular attention to truth, confidentiality, competence, power imbalances, conflicts of interest and justice. The course provides students with an opportunity to learn basic negotiating and mediating skills that may be applied to their personal and professional lives. General Education Elective(s): Social Science Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	LGL 141 - Mediation Training 3 This course provides basic mediation training and is designed to enable students to practice the skills necessary to become an effective mediator. The topics emphasized include: identifying interests, interactive listening skills, transmitting information, general communication skills, and co-mediation techniques. The issues of power imbalances, neutrality and bias are also explored. Ethical standards and confidentiality will be surveyed as well as mediator liability. Students will have several opportunities to practice mediation skills within the framework of several role plays throughout the semester. The dynamics of conflict will be reviewed from the perspective of international disputes as well as legal, consumer, neighbor, family and workplace conflicts. Upon successful completion of this course, students are eligible for a Certificate of Completion in accordance with Massachusetts General Law. General Education Elective(s): Social Science Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	LGL 153 - Law, Justice, and Society 3 This interdisciplinary course explores the social, political, and economic factors that influence the creation, implementation, and enforcement of laws in our society. The extent to which the legal system can be an agent of social justice is examined through readings and discussion. Students have the opportunity to analyze both the causes and solutions of problematic conditions in our society and world, such as: poverty, racism, sexism, crime, substance abuse, education, and other social issues. Students gain valuable insights and experience through a required four-hour-per-week Service-Learning placement in a community agency, such as human services, criminal justice, education, or the courts. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 and completion of ENG 101 General Education Elective(s): Social Science Intensive Value(s): Computer Literacy; Values/Ethics/Social Policy Note(s): Students with at least 12 credits and a GPA of 3.2 may apply for the Honors option. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
Mathematics
	MAT 001 - Preparation for College Math 3 A student needing to master any topics in these Modules will be placed into MAT 001. Students are expected to complete as many of the twelve modules as possible during the semester. A minimum of four modules must be completed in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 002 - Preparation for College Math 3 A continuation of MAT 001 for students who need to complete additional modules. Students are expected to complete as many of the remaining modules as possible during the semester. A minimum of four modules must be completed in order to earn a passing grade in this course, unless fewer than 4 modules remain to complete their program math requirements. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 003 - Preparation for College Math 3 MAT 003 Preparation for College Math A continuation of MAT 002 for students who need to complete additional modules. Students are expected to complete as many of the remaining modules as possible during the semester. A minimum of four modules must be completed in order to earn a passing grade in this course, unless fewer than 4 modules remain to complete their program math requirements. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 077 - Introduction To Statistics 3 Emphasizes the understanding and interpretation of basic statistical results. Reading excerpts from journal articles is an intrinsic part of this course. The use of a calculator and/or a software package relieves the student from computations and formulas. Topics covered include descriptive statistics, binomial and normal distribution, the logic of hypothesis testing, estimation and simple correlation and regression. Prerequisite(s): MAT 070 or completion of modules 1-8 in MAT 001-002 Preparation for College Math and successful completion of ENG 060 or higher placement. Intensive Value(s): Computer Literacy Note(s): Math Career Programs Only Elective Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 080 - Algebra II 3 The second course of elementary algebra. Topics include: exponents and polynomials; radicals; factoring; quadratic equations; applications and formula problems. Does not meet the prerequisite for precalculus. Prerequisite(s): Placement into MAT 080. Note(s): Math Career Programs only elective Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 085 - Math Connections 3 Applied topics in mathematics, as seen in various real-world situations. Students will be taught the basics of spreadsheet use and then apply this knowledge to different mathematical concepts such as statistics, consumer topics and the metric system. Hands-on experience with computers will be stressed, as will skills of estimation and approximation. Prerequisite(s): MAT 070 or placement above MAT 070 or completion of modules 1-8 in MAT 001-002 Preparation for College Math. General Education Elective(s): Math Career Programs only Intensive Value(s): Computer Literacy Note(s): Technology/Lab Fee - $100 Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 100 - Intermediate Algebra 3 For students preparing for the precalculus-calculus sequence or for statistics. Topics include graphing and modeling with linear and quadratic functions; solving applications; interpreting data read from graphs; solving absolute value equations and inequalities; solving systems of equations in two and three variables; operations with rational expressions; fractional exponents; radicals; complex numbers; and solving of rational, radical and quadratic equations. Prerequisite(s): C or better in MAT 080 or MAT 075 or completion of modules 1-12 in MAT 001-002-003 Preparation for College Math or placement by exam General Education Elective(s): Math Career Programs only Note(s): A TI - 83+ or 84+ graphing calculator is required. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 110 - Trigonometry 3 Topics in preparation for Precalculus I/Science. Topics include a study of basic geometry, right triangle trigonometry and its applications, trigonometric functions of general angles in both radians and degrees, solving trigonometric equations, vectors, Law of Sines, Law of Cosines, and the graphing of basic trig functions. Word problems will be emphasized. Corequisite(s): MAT 100 General Education Elective(s): Math Career Programs only Note(s): A TI - 83+ or 84+ graphing calculator is required. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 120 - Math Modeling For Liberal Arts 3 This course satisfies the Middlesex Community College graduation requirement for the Liberal Arts and Sciences Program. Mathematical modeling and problem solving strategies will apply to everyday life. Topics will be drawn from areas such as: collecting, describing and analyzing data; probability and decision-making; loans and investments; population growth; linear programming; and geometry of measurement. Prerequisite(s): MAT 080 or equivalent or placement into MAT 100 General Education Elective(s): Math all programs Intensive Value(s): Written Communication Note(s): A TI - 83+ or 84+ graphing calculator is required. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 130 - Elements of Mathematics I 3 This course provides a comprehensive, conceptually based study of the mathematics of the real number system. Topics studied include patterns and problem solving, algorithms for arithmetic operations, numeration systems, number theory, and computations with whole numbers, integers, decimals and percents. Inquiry-based instruction, problem solving strategies and project work are emphasized. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or completion of MAT 080 with a grade of C or better or completion of modules 1-8 in MAT 001-002 Preparation for College Math; placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 and eligibility for ENG 101 General Education Elective(s): Math all programs Note(s): This course will satisfy a mathematics elective for the Early Childhood and Elementary Education Transfer programs. It may satisfy a math elective in those programs that accept Math Modeling for the Liberal Arts as a math elective. It may also satisfy a general education elective or an elective in other programs that accept Intermediate Algebra. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 131 - Elements of Mathematics II 3 This course provides a comprehensive, conceptually based study of plane and solid geometry and probability and statistics. Topics include concepts of measurement, motion geometry, models of empirical and theoretical probability and data analysis. Inquiry-based instruction, problem solving skills, project work and the appropriate use of technology including calculators and computers are emphasized. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or completion of MAT 080 with a grade of C or better or completion of modules 1-12 in MAT 001-002-003 Preparation for College Math; successful completion of ENG 060 and eligibility for ENG 101. General Education Elective(s): Math all programs Note(s): This course will satisfy a mathematics elective for the Early Childhood and Elementary Education Transfer programs. It may satisfy a math elective in those programs that accept Math Modeling for the Liberal Arts as a math elective. It may also satisfy a general education elective or an elective in other programs that accept Intermediate Algebra. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 165 - Trigonometry for Engineering and Science 3 Topics include a study of unit circle and right triangle trigonometry, trigonometric functions and their graphs, inverse circular functions, trigonometric identities, trigonometric equations and inequalities, vectors, and the Law of Sines and Cosines. Application and word problems will be emphasized. Additional topics such as polar coordinates and parametric equations may be included. Prerequisite(s): C or better in MAT 100 or placement by exam General Education Elective(s): Math all programs Note(s): A TI - 83+ or 84+ graphing calculator is required. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 165 - Trigonometry for Engineering Science 3 Topics include a study of unit circle and right triangle trigonometry, trigonometric functions and their graphs, inverse circular functions, trigonometric identities, trigonometric equations and inequalities, vectors, and the Law of Sines and Cosines. Application and word problems will be emphasized. Additional topics such as polar coordinates and parametric equations may be included. Prerequisite(s): C or better in MAT 100 or placement by exam General Education Elective(s): General Education Elective Note(s): A TI83+ or TI84+ graphing calculator is required. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 175 - Methods of Applied Statistics 4 A unique interdisciplinary, project-oriented course in which students conduct experiments, perform statistical analyses and produce lab reports. Researching and using lab experiments from the life and physical sciences, students will analyze results while learning and using descriptive statistics, probability density functions, parametric and non-parametric statistical tests and linear correlation and regression. Hypothesis testing and basic experimental design are emphasized throughout the course. Prerequisite(s): MAT 100 or MAT 120 with a grade of C or better or by placement exam above MAT 100, and placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 General Education Elective(s): Math all programs. Intensive Value(s): Computer Literacy; Written Communication Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 177 - Statistics 3 A general statistics course, which includes understanding data, measures of central tendency, measures of variation, binomial distributions, normal distributions, correlation and regression probability and sampling distributions, Central Limit Theorem, confidence intervals, estimates of population parameters and hypotheses testing. Interpretation and data analysis are emphasized. Prerequisite(s): MAT 100 or MAT 120 with a grade C or better, or by placement exam above MAT 100 and placement above or successful completion of ENG 060. Recommendation(s): Concurrent enrollment in ENG 075 or ENG 085 if CPT reading placement is between 68 and 75. General Education Elective(s): Math all programs Intensive Value(s): Computer Literacy; Written Communication Note(s): A TI - 83+ or 84+ graphing calculator is required. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 182 - Precalculus for Business and Social Science 4 Topics in preparation for Calculus for Business including the study of polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions. Applications will draw from the fields of Business and Social science, including revenue/cost, matrices and linear programming. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or Grade of C or better in Intermediate Algebra (MAT 100) General Education Elective(s): Math All Programs Note(s): A TI 83+ or 84+ graphing calculator is required. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 182 - Precalculus I/II for Business and Social Science 4 Topics in preparation for Calculus for Business including the study of polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions. Applications will draw from the fields of Business and Social science, including revenue/cost, matrices and linear programming. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in Intermediate Algebra or placement by exam into Precalculus I for Business and Social Science. General Education Elective(s): Math All Programs Note(s): A TI 83+ or 84+ graphing calculator is required. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 190 - Precalculus II 3 A continuation of the study of functions and mathematical modeling using analytical, graphical, and numerical methods. Topics include a study of properties and behavior of rational functions; exponential and logarithmic functions; modeling of data using appropriate regression equations; synthetic division; real and non-real zeroes of polynomial functions. Applications will be drawn from social and natural sciences. Prerequisite(s): C or better in MAT 180, MAT 185, or MAT 189 or placement by exam General Education Elective(s): Math all programs Note(s): A TI - 83+ or 84+ graphing calculator is required. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 195 - Precalculus for Engineering and Science 4 Topics in preparation for Calculus for Science including the study of polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions and circles. Applications will draw from the physical and natural sciences. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or C or better in MAT 100. General Education Elective(s): General Education Elective Note(s): ATI83+ or TI84+ graphing calculator is required Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 195 - Precalculus II for Engineering and Science 4 Topics in preparation for Calculus for Science including the study of polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions and circles. Applications will draw from the physical and natural sciences. Prerequisite(s): C or better in MAT 100 or placement by exam General Education Elective(s): Math all programs Note(s): A TI - 83+ or 84+ graphing calculator is required. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 250 - Discrete Math 3 An introductory course covering topics recommended for Computer Science: proof methods; formal logic and truth tables; sets and Boolean algebra; functions and relations; graphs; digraphs; trees; combinatorics; algorithms including recursion and induction. Prerequisite(s): MAT 190 or placement by exam above MAT 190 General Education Elective(s): Math all programs Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 270 - Calculus I 3 The first course of a two-semester program of analytic geometry and calculus of a single variable. Topics include a review of functions and their graphs, properties of limits, continuity, derivatives of algebraic and transcendental functions, curve sketching and applications of the derivative to physical and economic problems. Prerequisite(s): MAT 190 with a grade of C or better or placement by exam General Education Elective(s): Math all programs Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 271 - Calculus II 3 Formerly MA 1116 The second course in single variable calculus. Topics include the indefinite integral, area under a curve, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, area between curves, solids of revolution, integration of transcendental functions and integration techniques. Recommendation(s): Grade of C or better in MAT 270 (MA 1115) is strongly recommended. General Education Elective(s): Math all Programs Note(s): A TI - 83+ or 84+ graphing calculator is required. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 280 - Calculus I for Business and Social Science 3 Topics include a review of functions and their graphs, properties of limits, continuity, the derivatives of algebraic, logarithmic and exponential functions, the first and second derivative tests, curve sketching, business and social science optimization problems, antiderivatives, integration by substitution, area, and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Prerequisite(s): MAT 180 and MAT 190 with a grade of C or better or placement by exam higher than MAT 190. General Education Elective(s): Math all programs Note(s): A TI - 83+ or 84+ graphing calculator is required. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 290 - Calculus I For Engineering and Science 4 A review of functions including polynomial, rational, conic and trigonometric functions and their graphs; limits; continuity; derivatives of algebraic and transcendental functions, evaluating limits of indeterminate forms using L’Hopital’s Rule; implicit differentiation; related rates; the Mean Value Theorem; applications such as velocity and acceleration; curve sketching; optimization problems; and differentials; Newton’s Method and antiderivatives as time permits. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or successful completion of MAT 165 and MAT 195 with grades of C or better General Education Elective(s): Math all programs Note(s): A TI - 83+ or 84+ graphing calculator is required. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 291 - Calculus II For Engineering and Science 4 Topics include Reimann Sums; integrating with the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus; applications such as finding area between two curves, volume of solids of revolution, work, force, and arc length; integrating trigonometric and inverse trig, logarithmic and exponential functions, integration techniques including partial fractions, integration by parts, trigonometric and table methods; evaluating improper integrals; Infinite series; Taylor and MacLauren series; convergence tests. Prerequisite(s): MAT 290 with a grade of C or better General Education Elective(s): Math all programs Note(s): A TI - 83+ or 84+ graphing calculator is required. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 292 - Calculus III for Engineering and Science 4 Topics include vector-valued functions, dot and cross products, motion, curvature and arc length in 3-space, partial derivatives and Chain Rule, directional derivatives and gradients, max/min and Lagrange Multipliers. Also: double and triple integrals, polar coordinates, and parametric surfaces, and Green’s Theorem with applications in work and potential energy in the study of electricity and magnetism. Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in MAT 291 or equivalent General Education Elective(s): Math all programs Note(s): A TI - 83+ or 84+ graphing calculator is required. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 295 - Linear Algebra 3 Topics include: methods of solving systems of linear equations; linear independence and dependence; matrix algebra; determinants; vector spaces; and basis, dimension and rank. Applications from the business, science and engineering fields will be included. Prerequisite(s): MAT 291 General Education Elective(s): Math all programs Note(s): A TI - 83+ or 84+ graphing calculator is required. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
Medical Assisting
	MAS 101 - Medical Terminology 3 An introductory course in medical terminology. Students develop skill in understanding the components of common medical prefixes, suffixes, and terms through a systematic exploration of each body system. Word building and flexibility are emphasized. This course is fundamental in the preparation for any medical field or position. 3 hours lecture Intensive Value(s): Technology/Environment/Health Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAS 102 - Administrative Medical Assisting 4 A comprehensive course to prepare Medical Assisting students to perform administrative procedure in the medical office and to utilize medical management computer software effectively. Students will develop skills in record management, telephone techniques, screening and processing mail, scheduling and managing appointments, managing practice finances, medical billing and office management. 2 hours lecture/4 hours laboratory Course is usually offered in the fall semester. Prerequisite(s): CAP 101 or equivalent. Note(s): technology/Lab fee - $100. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAS 103 - Basic Clinical Skills 3 An introduction to clinical skills used in the examination and treatment of patients in the medical office. Students use knowledge of scientific principles and physiologic processes to build practical skills in the following areas: observation, communication, vital signs, patient history, assisting with examinations, electrocardiography and nutrition. 2 hours lecture/2 hours laboratory Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAS 104 - Transcription for Medical Assistants 1 A course in basic skills needed to transcribe medical records accurately and rapidly. Students will work at their own pace to become familiar with various types of medical records used in the medical office including office visits, medical histories, treatment records, consultation records and correspondence. Special emphasis will be placed on using medical terminology and the names of drugs, instruments and procedures accurately. Course usually offered in the fall semester. Corequisite(s): MAS 101 Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAS 120 - Medical Care in Health and Disease 3 An introduction to the way American society delivers health care for selected diseases or conditions. Includes the classification, diagnostic tests, preventative methods, medications and treatment of each body system. Students examine the views of different cultures about health and disease to see how they affect patients’ ideas about effective health care and health care practices in different societies and among different cultural groups. 3 hours lecture Intensive Value(s): Multicultural/Global Awareness; Technology/Environment/Health Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAS 121 - Clinical Laboratory Techniques 3 A clinical course including the use and care of laboratory equipment, safety standards and practices in a clinical laboratory setting, and performance of laboratory analysis on body fluids. Emphasis is placed on laboratory skills routinely performed in a physician’s office. Major components of the course include urinalysis, clinical chemistry, hematology, and serological testing. Students also learn how to collect and process specimens for microbiological testing. 2 hours lecture/2 hours laboratory Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAS 122 - Advanced Clinical Assisting Procedures 3 Prepares students to perform specialized clinical procedures in the medical office or clinic. Based on the understanding of scientific principles, anatomic structures, and physiologic processes, students develop skills in the following four areas: pharmacology and medication administration, venipuncture, medical office surgery, and emergency medical care. 2 hours lecture/2 hours laboratory Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAS 201 - Medical Assisting Externship 3 A practicum in assigned medical offices or clinics with weekly seminars to discuss learning experiences in these offices. Group goals are designed to gain practical experience in a health care setting, to increase the understanding of the medical assistant in health care agencies, and to prepare students for the transition from student to professional medical assistant. Individual goals vary according to the opportunities for learning in the assigned office. Course is usually offered in the spring semester. Prerequisite(s): MAS 102, MAS 103, MAS 122. Corequisite(s): MAS 121 Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
Music
	MUS 101 - Music Appreciation 3 This course will help the student to become an active listener of music, and it will introduce a wide variety of musical styles. Through the understanding of elements, or fundamentals, that all music has in common (such as melody, rhythm, tempo, dynamics, harmony, and structure) and a familiarity with the instruments of the orchestra, the student will become an involved listener. Many different kinds of music from 1600 to the present, ranging from small delicate pieces to dramatic symphonies, will be studied. General Education Elective(s): Humanities Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MUS 102 - World Music 3 An introduction to folk music from around the world. By examining ethnic music from various regions of Africa, Asia, Russia and Eastern Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, and North America, students will learn much about other cultures. General Education Elective(s): Humanities Intensive Value(s): Multicultural/Global Awareness Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MUS 103 - Introduction to American Music 3 This course will explore the roots of U.S. music from Native American drumming and colonial influences through the birth and development of blues, country, Cajun, jazz, rock and rap, as well as regional styles and Broadway and classical contributions. General Education Elective(s): Humanities Intensive Value(s): Multicultural/Global Awareness Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MUS 105 - Music of Brazil 3 This course will trace the emergence of popular, folkloric and classical Brazilian musical styles from colonial (circa 1500) to the present. Students will examine the many musical trends, personalities and cultural factors that influenced the development of these genres. We will study the rise of Brazilian nationalism in the late 19th century, the social and political developments of the 20th century, as well as the contributions of African-Brazilians and their impact on the development of the samba and other Brazilian musical styles. Students will be introduced to and given the opportunity to play Brazilian instruments and rhythms as well as analyze song lyrics that reflect the culture and condition of the Brazilian people. The coursework will combine reading articles and books, listening, watching Brazilian films and concert footage as well as writing and discussion. There will be frequent in-class musical demonstrations by the instructor. General Education Elective(s): Humanities Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MUS 106 - Introduction to the Music Business 3 An introduction to the business side of the music industry, topics will include record companies, artist management, music publishing, radio, and the Internet. We will examine contemporary practices and their historical backgrounds. Career opportunities will also be discussed. As a final project, students will have the opportunity to work out a marketing plan for their own musical ventures or for an MCC-sponsored musical event as well. General Education Elective(s): Humanities Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MUS 110 - Music Theory I 3 Studies the basic elements of music: melody, rhythm, harmony, and notation. Students develop skills reading and writing music accurately. Students will also acquire basic keyboard skills necessary to play through very simple musical exercises. General Education Elective(s): Humanities Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MUS 111 - Multitrack Music Recording 3 An introduction to recording music with analog and digital formats. Focusing on instrument setup, microphone choice and placement, students will practice recording, editing and mixing in a professional recording studio. Production software for editing, mixing and mastering as well as MIDI applications are also covered. General Education Elective(s): Humanities Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MUS 120 - Introduction to Music Technology 3 This course is designed to introduce students to the various ways that technology influences music production and performance. Topics to be covered will include basic computer/Internet skills, digital audio, basic acoustics and music synthesis, MIDI, sequencing, and music notation. Students will acquire skills by completing independent projects utilizing various music software applications in the electronic music lab. General Education Elective(s): Humanities Intensive Value(s): Computer Literacy; Technology/Environment/Health Note(s): Technology/Lab fee - $100. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MUS 130 - Applied Piano For Beginners 3 This course will help the student acquire the basic skills necessary to play the piano, such as reading music, understanding rhythm, coordinating both hands, and phrasing. General Education Elective(s): Humanities Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MUS 131 - Applied Guitar for Beginners 3 The course will begin with classical-style finger picking, tone production, sight-reading and tuning techniques. Students will learn both plectrum and finger-style strumming techniques, and will play basic jazz, pop and blues chord progressions. Chord theory and symbol notation will be explained, and the course will conclude with the introduction to basic arranging techniques. Students will complete a performance project. Periodic in-class performances will be required. Students must have an acoustic guitar. General Education Elective(s): Humanities Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MUS 132 - Voice I 3 For anyone who enjoys singing. Covers breathing, tone and vocal production. Students sing songs from the classical literature as well as popular tunes. General Education Elective(s): Humanities Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MUS 133 - Music for Children 3 Designed to give teachers of young children a basic vocal technique and knowledge of musical fundamentals, i.e. note reading, rhythm, tempo, etc. Class includes songs, chants and musical games using simple homemade instruments and props. General Education Elective(s): Humanities Note(s): The course includes a Service-Learning component for students who wish to further apply. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MUS 134 - Percussion Methods 3 This course will explore the realm of percussion from a variety of perspectives incorporating both history and practice. We will look at the historical development of percussion and percussion instruments as well as their use in various cultural traditions, not only in western classical music but in the music of indigenous peoples throughout the world. We will also look at the way those traditions have influenced one another to shape the use of percussion today. The performance aspect of this course will focus on the basic percussion rudiments and building technique for performance. Students may work in groups and individually on percussion exercises and repertoire. This course is designed to be informative for students of any background and is open to all students regardless of ability. General Education Elective(s): Humanities Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MUS 135 - Percussion Methods II 3 Continuation of Percussion Methods Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MUS 140 - Chorus and Basic Musicianship 3 This course is designed to introduce students to fundamentals of singing in a group. Repertoire will be drawn from a wide range of choral styles and periods. Students will learn basic musicianship skills (reading pitches and rhythms, and recognition of intervals) and vocal techniques (vocal placement and diction). The semester will culminate in public performance at MCC. General Education Elective(s): Humanities Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MUS 160 - Music Theory II 3 A continuation of MUS 110. An intermediate course of music theory, including the study of chord progressions, figured bass, and the harmonization of melodies. Prerequisite(s): MUS 110 or permission of instructor. General Education Elective(s): Humanities Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MUS 161 - Multitrack Music Recording II 3 Students build and extend the basic multi-track music recording skills they acquired in COM 111/ MUS 111 through several recording projects designed to deepen their recording capabilities. Working in a professional music recording studio, they become more experienced in microphone choice and selection, recording techniques, editing, mixing and mastering multi-track recordings. Prerequisite(s): MUS 111 Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MUS 170 - Music Technology II 3 This course is designed for students who already possess a basic understanding of the important concepts of digital audio editing, MIDI, and synthesis. Music Technology II will allow students to explore audio recording/production techniques, classic electronic synthesis, digital processing, and electronic composition in depth. Students will create electronic music projects in the Music Technology Lab that are designed to utilize a variety of software and hardware to enhance the students? technique as well as to increase understanding of the increasingly prominent role that technology plays in the music of our time. Students will be required to commit to at least one hour of lab time per week in addition to the scheduled class time. Prerequisite(s): MUS 120 or permission of instructor. General Education Elective(s): Humanities Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MUS 180 - Beginning Piano II 3 A continuation of Applied Piano for Beginners Prerequisite(s): MUS 130 General Education Elective(s): Humanities Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.

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Course Descriptions

HST 130 - History Of World Civilization Before 1500

HST 131 - History Of World Civilization After 1500

HST 135 - The Middle East

HST 136 - Vietnam: The War And The Country

HST 137 - History of Russia

HST 139 - Christian and Islamic Cultures in Peace and Conflict

HST 310 - Peru Experience

HST 914 - The Middle East-Honors

HST 930 - World Cultures: Honors Seminar

HST 931 - Honors Seminar: Latin American Literature and Society

HOM 100 - Introduction to Homeland Security

HUS 098 - Fundamentals of Community Retardation Services

HUS 098 - Fundumentals of Community Retardation Services

HUS 099 - Special Topics in Mental Retardation

HUS 101 - Introduction to Human Services

HUS 102 - Alcohol/Substance Abuse Treatment with Groups and Families

HUS 103 - Stress Management and Relapse Prevention

HUS 151 - Counseling Theory/Process

HUS 152 - Current Issues Human Services

HUS 152 - Current Issues in Human Services

HUS 153 - Supervised Field Placement/Seminar I

HUS 154 - Supervised Field Placement/Seminar II

HUS 200 - Introduction to Counseling Skills

HUS 201 - Counseling Skills

HUM 100 - Explorations in Humanities

HUM 101 - Searching for Heroes

HUM 102 - Introduction To The Humanities

HUM 103 - The Great Traditions: An introduction to Humanities

HUM 104 - Myths

HUM 105 - Images of Black America

HUM 120 - The Ireland Experience

HUM 121 - The China Experience

HUM 125 - Cambodia: History/Art/Culture

HUM 135 - Windows On The World:Social Psychology Explored Through the Humanities

HUM 310 - Peru Experience

HUM 902 - The American Dream

HUM 930 - Honors Seminar on World Cultures

HUM 930 - World Cultures: Honors Seminar

HUM 931 - Honors Seminar: Latin American Literature and Society

LGL 101 - Introduction to Law

LGL 102 - Business Law

LGL 103 - Environmental Law

LGL 140 - Conflict Resolution Skills

LGL 141 - Mediation Training

LGL 153 - Law, Justice, and Society

MAT 001 - Preparation for College Math

MAT 002 - Preparation for College Math

MAT 003 - Preparation for College Math

MAT 077 - Introduction To Statistics

MAT 080 - Algebra II

MAT 085 - Math Connections

MAT 100 - Intermediate Algebra

MAT 110 - Trigonometry

MAT 120 - Math Modeling For Liberal Arts

MAT 130 - Elements of Mathematics I

MAT 131 - Elements of Mathematics II

MAT 165 - Trigonometry for Engineering and Science

MAT 165 - Trigonometry for Engineering Science

MAT 175 - Methods of Applied Statistics

MAT 177 - Statistics

MAT 182 - Precalculus for Business and Social Science

MAT 182 - Precalculus I/II for Business and Social Science

MAT 190 - Precalculus II

MAT 195 - Precalculus for Engineering and Science

MAT 195 - Precalculus II for Engineering and Science

MAT 250 - Discrete Math

MAT 270 - Calculus I

MAT 271 - Calculus II

MAT 280 - Calculus I for Business and Social Science

MAT 290 - Calculus I For Engineering and Science

MAT 291 - Calculus II For Engineering and Science

MAT 292 - Calculus III for Engineering and Science

MAT 295 - Linear Algebra

MAS 101 - Medical Terminology

MAS 102 - Administrative Medical Assisting

MAS 103 - Basic Clinical Skills

MAS 104 - Transcription for Medical Assistants

MAS 120 - Medical Care in Health and Disease

MAS 121 - Clinical Laboratory Techniques