May 19, 2024

Middlesex Community College Academic Catalog 2009-10

Middlesex Community College Academic Catalog 2009-10 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

Course Filter
Filter this list of courses using course prefix, course code, keywords or any combination.
Prefix:	Code or Number:	Keyword or Phrase:
Choose Course Prefix	Choose Course Number	Choose Keyword
Find whole word or phrase only.


English
	ENG 140 - World Literature I 3 A survey of major literary works from the classical world through the European Renaissance. Readings will feature various literary genres and themes, with an emphasis on gaining insights into the foundations of our contemporary global civilization. Selections may vary and may include the Bible, ancient Greek drama, Buddhist and Asian philosophies, medieval literature, Shakespeare and others. Prerequisite(s): Eligible for ENG 101 General Education Elective(s): Humanities; Literature Intensive Value(s): Written Communication; Multicultural/Global Awareness Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	ENG 141 - World Literature II 3 A survey of the literary and philosophical influences from the Renaissance through modern times. Selections may vary and may include Shakespeare, Voltaire, Pushkin, Hesse, Esquivel, and others. Prerequisite(s): Eligible for ENG 101 (EN 1103) (World Literature I not required) General Education Elective(s): Humanities; Literature 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.
	ENG 150 - Creative Writing I 3 The forms of poetry, the short story and the novel are explored through each student’s written efforts to find the genre in which he/she is most comfortable. All classes are seminars in which each individual is expected to assume, at various and appropriate times, the roles of author-reader, critic and editor. 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.
	ENG 160 - American Literature I 3 A survey of literature from the 17th century to the mid-19th century. The course reflects the diversity of the American experience through its writers. Readings include such literary forms as letters, journals, essays, autobiographies, and selections from the Native American oral tradition as well as traditional genres. Included will be writers such as Ralph Waldo Emerson, Margaret Fuller, Anne Bradstreet, Henry David Thoreau, Edgar Allan Poe, and Nathaniel Hawthorne. Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 General Education Elective(s): Humanities; Literature Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	ENG 161 - American Literature II 3 A survey of representative American authors from the mid-19th century to the present day. Selections may vary and may include Whitman, Dickinson, Twain, Frost, Hemingway, Morrison and others. Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 (EN 1103). General Education Elective(s): Humanities; Literature Note(s): ENG 160 American Literature I (HU 6104) not required. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	ENG 162 - 20th Century American Literature 3 Examines the writing of late 19th and 20th century American writers such as Chopin, Gilman, Hemingway, Fitzgerald, Frost, O’Conner, Tan, Gaines, Carver, Banks, and others focusing on the theme of connections and disconnections in relationships, nature, class, race and war. Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	ENG 165 - African American Literature 3 African American Literature will present the student with an overview of African American writers past and present. The course is designed to give students an understanding and appreciation of African American Literature, including some or all of the following forms from earlier periods to contemporary Black literature: early poetry, spirituals, essays, oratory, fiction. Students will explore the multi-faceted traditions of African American Literature as a means of exploring the culture of those people of African descent in the Americas (primarily the United States) to better understand their socio-political origins, traditions, customs and contributions in the shaping and development of popular culture. Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for ENG 101 General Education Elective(s): Humanities; Literature Intensive Value(s): Values/Ethics/Society; Written Communication Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	ENG 170 - Crime and Punishment in Literature 3 Through history, writers have been fascinated by criminal acts, those who commit them and those who bring wrong doers to justice. This course is a survey of literature exploring the criminal mind and society’s response to criminal acts, and will consider topics such as the causes of crime, the motivations of criminals and crime fighters, rationales for punishment and the desire for redemption. A variety of literary genres will be covered including true crime, fiction and nonfiction. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 and ENG 101 General Education Elective(s): Humanities; Literature 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.
	ENG 175 - Irish Literature 3 The unique Irish wit and love of language expressed in stories, plays, poems and songs. Readings concentrate on early Celtic legends and tales, and such important modern writers as Synge, O’Casey, Joyce, Yeats, O’Connor, Lavin and Heaney. Although the emphasis of the course is on literature, time is devoted to the origin and culture of the early Celts, to the history and continuing struggles of the Irish people. Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 General Education Elective(s): Humanities; Literature Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	ENG 180 - Science Fiction And Fantasy 3 An examination of major representative works of science fiction and fantasy by such writers as Bradbury, Asimov, Poe and Lovecraft. Not an historical survey, but an exploration of significant trends, themes and techniques from a literary point of view. Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 General Education Elective(s): Humanities 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.
	ENG 185 - The Short Story 3 Examination of short stories from around the world, presenting the techniques and the nature of the short story as literature so that the reader may better understand and enjoy the genre. Short analytical papers and exams are required. Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 General Education Elective(s): Humanities; Literature Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	ENG 200 - Creative Writing II 3 A continuation of Creative Writing I. Examines the techniques of fiction and poetry through the study of a few writers and through discussion of student manuscripts. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 General Education Elective(s): Humanities Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	ENG 901 - Creative Writing Honors Seminar 3 This course examines the techniques of fiction and poetry through works of selected writers and through workshop discussion of student manuscripts. Students will learn how to put their writing into manuscript format with the intent of submission consideration for small presses, contests, chapter books and magazines. This is an intensive seminar in which each participant is expected to assume, at various and appropriate times, the roles of author-reader, critic and editor. Prerequisite(s): 12 credits with a GPA of 3.2, ENG 102, ENG 150 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.
	ENG 920 - Holocaust Studies Honors Seminar 3 Remember. We must remember. That is the single clearest message we have from the literature of the Holocaust. In this honors level seminar course, students will research topics such as racism, anti-Semitism, homosexuality, genocide, propaganda, heroism, and America’s role in the final years of World War II. Students will participate in group research projects, critically analyze Holocaust literature, synthesize historical research, and present these materials in a variety of ways (websites, multimedia productions, pod casts, and classroom presentations). The class will emphasize service learning and experiential learning as tools to research the events surrounding WWII and the Nazi era including attending presentations by local Holocaust survivors as well as trips to local Holocaust memorials and museums. The effects of post-war traumatic stress syndrome expressed in literature and memoirs of Holocaust survivors will be applied to questions regarding genocide in the 21st century. General Education Elective(s): Humanities; Literature Intensive Value(s): Written Communication; Multicultural/Global Awareness; Values/Ethics/Social Policy Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	ENG 980 - Learing and Gaming in Science Fiction and Fantasy 3 This independent study will provide a theoretical and experiential course on learning and gaming. Central to this study will be an examination of the interplay between learning and virtual world simulations. The student will serve as a virtual world and in-class coordinator to assist students with their interface and interactions in the virtual world and help the professor connect the virtual world to the course literature, assisting with student discussions, and tutoring students about course content as needed. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
English Language Learner
	ELL 053 - Reading & Writing For ELL-Intermediate I 6 This course expands the range of writing to include description and narration. Emphasis will be on the continuation of the development of reading fluency and vocabulary expansion using longer texts. Reading and writing activities will be integrated through one or more of the following methods: essay writing, reading response, journal writing, and autobiography. Prerequisite(s): Placement by exam. 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.
	ELL 054 - Reading & Writing For ELL-Intermediate II 6 Writing at this level will include personal opinion, summary, and comparison and contrast. Students are also introduced to subject-specific reading and authentic literary pieces. Reading larger amounts of text and writing longer papers will be promoted through one or more of the following activities: essay writing, interactive writing projects, journal writing, an autobiographical project and a term paper. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of ELL 053, ELL 073 and ELL 063 or placement by exam. 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.
	ELL 055 - Reading & Writing For ELL-Advanced I 6 Writing at this level will stress a process approach to essay writing. Reading at this level is designed to ease the transition to content area subjects and will include reading fiction and nonfiction. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of ELL 054, ELL 074 and ELL 064 or placement by exam. Intensive Value(s): Multicultural/Global Awareness; Computer Literacy Note(s): Upon successful completion of ELL 055 the student will take ENG 071 or ENG 070 and the appropriate reading course based on the post CPT reading score. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	ELL 063 - Listening and Speaking for ELL Intermediate I 3 Emphasizes developing oral fluency and listening comprehension for non-native speakers of English. Activities will focus on listening for specific information and main ideas. Pronunciation exercises will include exercises in phonology stress, and intonation. Conversation exercises will allow students to share personal information, ideas, and opinions. Prerequisite(s): Placement by exam 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.
	ELL 064 - Listening and Speaking for ELL Intermediate II 3 Focuses on developing listening comprehension through listening to authentic materials from radio and video broadcasts. Oral activities will include interview techniques, role-play and presentations to the class, as well as participation in class discussion. Prerequisite(s): ELL 063 or placement by exam 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.
	ELL 073 - Grammar for ELL-Intermediate I 3 Reviews the simple verb tenses and focuses on the continuous and perfect verb tenses and the expansion of other grammar skills. Prerequisite(s): Placement by exam 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.
	ELL 074 - Grammar for ELL- Intermediate II 3 Reviews verb tenses and focuses on the continued expansion of more complex grammar forms in written and spoken English. Prerequisite(s): ELL 073 or placement by exam 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.
	ELL 075 - Grammar for ELL - Advanced I 3 Focuses on refinement of sentence structure as well as correct expression in spoken English. A maximum of six credits of ELL 075 (Grammar for ELL - Advanced I), ELL 076 (Grammar for ELL - Advanced II), ELL 085 (Communication For ELL I), or ELL 086 (Communication for ELL II) may be applied as Humanities electives. Prerequisite(s): ELL 074 or placement by exam 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.
	ELL 076 - Grammar for ELL - Advanced II 3 Focuses on applying grammatical structures in meaningful contexts in communicative activities for speaking and writing. A maximum of six credits of ELL 075 (Grammar for ELL - Advanced I), ELL 076 (Grammar for ELL - Advanced II), ELL 085 (Communication for ELL I), or ELL 086 (Communication for ELL II) may be applied as Humanities electives. Prerequisite(s): ELL 075 or placement by exam 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.
	ELL 085 - Communication For ELL I 3 Focus is on idioms in oral expression and development of listening comprehension through note-taking skills. Oral expression will be developed through class presentations, short speeches, and dialogue writing and presentation. A maximum of six credits of ELL 075 (Grammar for ELL - Advanced I), ELL 076 (Grammar for ELL - Advanced II), ELL 085 (Communication for ELL I), or ELL 086 (Communication for ELL II) may be applied as Humanities electives. Prerequisite(s): ELL 064 or placement by exam 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.
	ELL 086 - Communication For ELL II 3 This course will sharpen listening and speaking skills needed for participation in content-area courses. Effective composition and delivery of spoken English in both informal and public situations will be developed through debates, role-playing, dialogues, oral presentations, and lecture and note-taking practice. A maximum of six credits of ELL 075 (Grammar for ELL - Advanced I), ELL 076 (Grammar for ELL - Advanced II), ELL 085 (Communication for ELL I), or ELL 086 (Communication for ELL II) may be applied as Humanities electives. Prerequisite(s): ELL 085 or placement by exam 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.
Environmental Science
	ENV 103 - The Age of Dinosaurs 3 Introduces the student to the dominant life forms of the Mesozoic era, which extended from about 240 million years to 65 million years before the present. The unifying themes used throughout the course are concerned with the evolution diversification, and classification of the dinosauria, the most familiar, successful, yet least understood terrestrial vertebrates of all time. By examining the geological and ecological setting of the Mesozoic in conjunction with the fossilized remains, the student should gain insight into the nature of these enigmatic animals. The dinosaur studies at both the professional and popular levels will also be examined, through discussion of some of the controversies surrounding dinosaur classification, extinction, physiology and behavior. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 and eligibility 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): Science Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	ENV 105 - Natural Disasters 3 This course provides an introduction to the causes, occurrence, and consequences of natural disasters. Students will analyze the physical causes as well as the distribution and frequency of disasters such as earthquakes, volcanoes, hurricanes, floods, and extraterrestrial impacts. Case studies will include local and regional examples of historical and recent disasters. The course will focus on naturally occurring disasters, but will also consider the role of human activities in both contributing to and mitigating natural disasters. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 and MAT 060 Recommendation(s): Concurrent enrollment in ENG 075 or ENG 085 if CPT reading placement test is between 68 and 75. General Education Elective(s): Science Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	ENV 108 - Renewable Energy 3 An examination of the need for sustainability in our use of energy resources. We will discuss the problems with dependence on non-renewable fossil fuels, including energy insecurity, air pollution, and global warming. Alternatives to be explored include: conservation, solar energy, wind power, hydropower, biomass, and hydrogen fuel cells. Students will conduct personal energy audits and cost-benefit analyses. Additionally, environmental, science, and economic data will be analyzed and “energy in the news” articles will be used to highlight developments in this rapidly changing field. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 and MAT 060 Recommendation(s): Concurrent enrollment in ENG 075 or ENG 085 if CPT reading placement test is between 68 and 75. General Education Elective(s): Science 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.
	ENV 110 - Introduction to Ocean and Marine Biology 3 Oceanography: history of the ocean and oceanography, seawater, sediments, and ocean evolution; ocean currents, waves, tides; shorelines and shoreline processes; marine environment. Marine biology: plankton, on the ocean floor; marine fish and fisheries, seashore life; the intertidal zone; seashore birds; marine mammals. No science background required. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 and eligibility for MAT 080 and 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): Science 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.
	ENV 113 - Weather and the Atomsphere 3 Students are introduced to weather elements and observations that include atmospheric temperature, pressure, moisture, global air circulation patterns, and air masses. Understanding of the interaction of these various elements of the atmosphere is key to weather analysis and forecasting and will lead to a brief introduction to the more severe forms of weather such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and thunderstorms. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 and eligibility 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): Science 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.
	ENV 115 - Environmental Studies 3 An interdisciplinary course in ecological/environmental education designed to develop an understanding and awareness of our environment, how the environment can change and the effects of such change. The course explores the role which humans play in causing environmental change and the underlying values and ethical judgments involved in making choices. Includes a study of the structure and function of ecosystems, thermodynamics, and an examination of selected environmental problems. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 and MAT 060 Recommendation(s): Concurrent enrollment in ENG 075 or ENG 085 if CPT reading placement test is between 68 and 75. General Education Elective(s): Science Intensive Value(s): Technology/Environment/Health; Values/Ethics/Social Policy Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	ENV 120 - Coral Reef Ecology 3 Coral reefs are said to be the ?rainforests of the ocean?, and are one of the most diverse ecosystems on the planet. Their delicate ecological balance and health are affected by local, regional, and global environmental problems. Therefore the study of reef ecosystems encourages people to think beyond their own familiar point of view and to consider solutions to complex environmental issues with a global perspective. To serve as a scientific foundation, basic ecological concepts such as biodiversity, matter cycling, sustainability, and anthropogenic and natural stresses on ecosystems will be covered, with particular attention paid to those affecting the world?s coral reefs. Methods of marine resources management and the economic value of the reefs in present day Belize are examined. Finally, the importance of the reefs in Belizean culture both present and past are studied and experienced. The course will involve 15 hours of in-class work in Bedford and 10 to 14 days of field work in Belize, Central America. As with all International Studies programs at Middlesex, upon completion of the course students are expected to share what they have learned with the college community. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the International Studies Fellowship Program for Belize and all prerequisites contained therein. Priority is given to certified SCUBA divers, but seats for non-divers are also available. 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.
	ENV 131 - Environmental Science with Lab 4 An interdisciplinary course in ecological / environmental education designed to develop an understanding and awareness of our environment, how the environment can change and the effects of such change. The course explores the role which humans play in causing environmental change and the underlying values and ethical judgments involved in making choices. The course also includes a study of the structure and function of ecosystems, energy, and the examination of selected environmental problems. The lab sections will investigate alternative energy, environmental monitoring, and the influences of human populations on ecosystems. 3 hours lecture/2 hours laboratory Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for MAT 080, ENG 101, and placement above or successful completion of ENG 060. General Education Elective(s): Science Intensive Value(s): Technology/Environment/Health; Values/Ethics/Social Policy Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	ENV 141 - Introduction to Geology 4 This course will explore a range of topics of interest from within the realm of geology. Emphasis will be on the materials that comprise the earth, the processes that shape the surface and the forces that are at work that drive these processes and produce and alter the materials. Through laboratory and classroom exercises the student will uncover the evidence that geologists use to reconstruct past events in an effort to better understand predict and possibly avoid clashes between human activities and natural geologic processes such as floods, beach, slope and soil erosion, sea level changes and ground water contamination. Geological hazards such as volcanoes and earthquakes will be explored and evaluated in the context of Plate Tectonics Theory. By tracing the historical development of this theory students will gain insight into the scientific method which is at the core of all scientific disciplines. 3 hours lecture/2 hour laboratory. 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 reading score between 68 and 75 Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	ENV 917 - Effects of the Environment on Health-Honors 3 Is the accelerating pace at which humans are changing the environment directly related to many of our major health problems, such as infectious diseases, asthma and many cancers? Using case studies, independent research, and online discussion, this interdisciplinary Honors course will critically analyze information on such topics as the links between radiation, toxic substances and cancer, as well as the probable effects of global warming and bioterrorism on human health and the health of the planet. Knowledge of how the body interacts with environmental contaminants will help us to improve our own well-being and that of our world’s most vulnerable citizens, particularly children and urban residents, through the application of that knowledge in shaping public policy. Prerequisite(s): At least 12 credits with a GPA of 3.2 and completion of ENG 101, Eligibility for MAT 070 General Education Elective(s): Science 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.
Ethics
	ETH 101 - Ethics and Society 3 An introductory study of traditional and contemporary ethical philosophies and an analysis of how they apply to the chief moral issues of our time. Students in the course explore such moral virtues as courage, compassion and generosity, as well as moral vices like greed, envy, and hypocrisy. Relevant moral issues such as abortion, euthanasia, and our obligation to feed the poor are discussed. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 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): Values/Ethics/Social Policy Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	ETH 102 - Business Ethics 3 An introductory study of traditional and contemporary ethical philosophies and how they apply to contemporary business practices. The course explores such issues as worker’s rights, discrimination, truth in advertising, and the obligation of business to consumers. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 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): Values/Ethics/Social Policy Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	ETH 103 - Computers, Ethics, and Society 3 This course is an introductory study of the diverse role computers and information technology play in various societies throughout the world. The course will include an analysis and discussion of the social, political, and economic impact of computers and information technology, an examination of workplace and ethical dilemmas created by computers and information technology, and inquiry into the philosophical and psychological implications of these new technologies. Prerequisite(s): ENG 060 or higher placement and eligible for 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.
	ETH 104 - Technology And Society 3 An introductory study of the major technological innovations of modern times and an analysis of the ways they have influenced the people who use them. Students explore the impact of such technological developments as: the clock, the assembly line, the automobile, television, the computer, and biotechnical inventions. Includes an analysis and discussion of ethical dilemmas created by technical developments. General Education Elective(s): Humanities 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.
	ETH 105 - Introduction To Bioethics 3 An introductory study of contemporary issues in bioethics and the ethical theories that serve as a framework for making decisions about those issues. The topics covered will include: ethical dilemmas in the workplace, professional relationships to patients and experimental subjects, reproductive decision-making, decisions about the end of life, issues in biomedical research, and justice in health care. Appropriate for all students but particularly relevant for students in the Biotechnology and Health Careers programs. 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): Humanities Intensive Value(s): Values/Ethics/Social Policy; Written Communication. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
Fire Protection and Safety Technology
	FPS 100 - Introduction to Fire Protection 3 An overview of the fire protection field. Follows the NFPA handbook and covers history, chemistry, protection and prevention. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	FPS 101 - Fundamentals Of Fire Prevention 3 The necessary aspects of proper fire prevention and inspection techniques are covered. Includes inspection procedures from both an academic and practical approach. Prerequisite(s): FPS 100 Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	FPS 150 - Hazardous Materials 3 Identification of materials that require special handling during a fire. Covers the basic principles of chemistry (inorganic and organic) as well as related principles of mathematics and physics. Prerequisite(s): FPS 100 Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	FPS 151 - Fire Science Hydraulics 3 Incompressible fluids, including fluid properties, principles of fluid status and fluid flow system, pipe friction and heat loss, flow measurements utilizing appropriate test equipment, principles and construction of pumping and related hydraulic machinery. Applications related to fire protection systems. Covers material helpful in civil service examinations. Prerequisite(s): FPS 100, MAT 070 or placement into MAT 080 Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	FPS 152 - Fire Protection Systems And Equipment 3 Concentrates on fixed automatic sprinkler systems and components necessary for their operation. Covers portable fire extinguishers; fire and smoke detectors; fixed extinguishing systems using Halon dry chemicals. Prerequisite(s): FPS 100 Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	FPS 153 - Building Construction For Fire 3 Covers several major types of building construction styles, building methods, and the way these styles react to fires. Provides hazard recognition to ensure firefighter safety. Prerequisite(s): FPS 100 Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	FPS 200 - Fire Arson Investigation 3 A basic course for fire investigation. Topics covered include general laws, determining the point of origin, motivation and profile of fire setters, and case preparation. Prerequisite(s): FPS 100 Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	FPS 201 - Fire Company Officership 3 An introduction to the responsibilities, activities, organization and conduct of the first-line company officer, with emphasis placed on the effective use and supervision of personnel under the officer’s command. Topics include communication, supervisory skills, leadership, and motivational techniques. Prerequisite(s): FPS 100 Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	FPS 203 - Law and The Fire Service 3 Law and the Fire Service reviews state and federal regulations affecting the fire service. Focuses on areas of fire prevention, labor relations and OSHA. Prerequisite(s): FPS 100 Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
Geography
	GGY 120 - World Geography 3 A study of geography aimed at developing a knowledge and appreciation of natural environments throughout the world, with emphasis on human interrelationships within these environments. Included are political, economic and cultural factors related to the physical environment. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 and eligible for ENG 101 Recommendation(s): Concurrent enrollment in ENG 070 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 Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
Government
	GOV 090 - American Citizenship: Rights and Responsibilities 3 An interdisciplinary course designed specifically to provide students with an introduction to the rights and responsibilities of citizenship in the United States. Students will learn about citizenship while practicing English reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Students will be exposed to the knowledge and skills they need to become citizens that participate fully in the civic life of their community and country. Service-Learning activities will be available to students who are interested. Activities will include online resources to take virtual field trips to various governmental offices and historic places. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or successful completion of ENG 065 and ENG 050 or placement above or successful completion of ELL 055. Students placing above or who have successfully completed ENG 071 and whose CPT is above 67 are not eligible to enroll in this course. General Education Elective(s): Social Science Note(s): This course is recommended for students whose first language is not English. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	GOV 110 - Introduction To Government 3 A comparative analysis of contemporary political ideologies and practices with consideration given to the behavior of the individual and the group in modern society. Topics include an examination of democratic theories, socialism, communism, anarchism, authoritarianism, and other selected issues concerning power in society. 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 Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	GOV 120 - American Government 3 An analysis of the political and governmental system of the United States, the principles upon which it is founded, and the institutions and systems which comprise it. An examination of selected social issues and political problems relevant to the American experience is also conducted. 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): Values/Ethics/Social Policy Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
History
	HST 110 - History of Western Civilization Before 1800 3 Formerly SO 3101 A survey of Western society from ancient times to 1800, analyzing the social, cultural, economic, and political themes relevant to the development of the modern world. Topics include the Greco-Roman world, medieval life, capitalism, and the scientific technological revolution. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 (EN 2103) and eligible 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 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 111 - History of Western Civilization After 1800 3 Formerly SO 3102 A survey and analysis of Western society from 1800 to the present; analyzing the social, cultural, economic, and political themes relevant to the development of the modern world with a focus on the impact of industrialization on the Western world. Other topics include socialism, communism, revolution, imperialism, world war, and modern culture. Prerequisite(s): Eligible 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 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 121 - United States History Before 1865 3 A survey and analysis of the history of the United States and its institutions from colonial times through the period of the Civil War. Topics may include the events which led to the American Revolution, the Constitution and the early Republic, the Jeffersonian and Jacksonian periods and the emergence of sectionalism and its culmination in the American Civil War. Prerequisite(s): Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 Corequisite(s): ENG 071 or eligible for ENG 101. Recommendation(s): Concurrent enrollment in ENG 075 or ENG 085 if CPT reading placement test if between 68 and 75. General Education Elective(s): Social Science 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.
	HST 122 - United States History After 1865 3 A survey and analysis of the history of the United States and its institutions from the end of the Civil War through the 20th century. This course explores the historical, cultural, political, economic, and institutional forces and events that shaped United States during this period. Topics may include the reunification of north and south, western expansion, and the growth of national power in a global context. 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 Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HST 124 - Recent American History 3 This course is an investigation of the history of the United States from World War II to the present. Attention is given to political issues, institutions, political and social leaders as well as economic, social, and intellectual trends. This course also focuses on what is unique in the American historical experience and relates American history to the broader global context. Topics may include the Cold War, the upheavals of the 1960s, the Vietnam War, and the Reagan Revolution. 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 Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	HST 125 - Baseball and the American Experience:1840 to Present 3 The study of baseball as a national pastime in the United States can illustrate major themes in American history. Through an examination of the game itself, media coverage, government interaction, teams, major figures and movements within the games, students will achieve an understanding of themes and forces that have shaped modern America. Topics include labor history, demographics, racial integration, social change and journalism. 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 126 - U.S. Women’s History 3 Women have played an important role throughout the history of the United States. Using various time frames as background themes, this course will explore how women were viewed and their expected social roles. Through readings, the exceptional lives of women will be presented. Materials covered are social, cultural, economic, and political developments that have shaped American women’s roles from the colonial period to present. 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 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.
Human Services
	HUS 098 - Fund/Commun Retardation Serv 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 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 153 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 practicum and seminar core sequence. Students contract for a minimum of 12 hours per week at a practicum placement and a weekly seminar at the college. Supervised Field Placement and Seminar II provides an intensive exploration of the modalities, theories, techniques and experiences at human services agencies. Each seminar member is responsible for a weekly journal and demonstration of the relationships between staff and consumers. 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 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 Chinese 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 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 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.
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 130 - The Legal Environment of Business 3 Formerly BU 1110 The legal, economic, ethical, social and political environments which influence the decision-making process of profit and nonprofit organizations. Topics include the nature of law and the legal system, consumer law, securities and antitrust law, labor law, environmental law, and corporate social responsibility. General Education Elective(s): Behavioral Science Note(s): LGL 102 (BU 1103) and LGL 130 (BU 1110) are similar in course content, therefore, only one of the two will count toward a degree program. 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 060 - Fundamentals of Mathematics 3 A detailed study of basic arithmetic skills, including: the standard operations with whole numbers, fractions, decimals and percents, order of operations, powers, roots, and an introduction to the fundamental concepts of algebra, including signed numbers and evaluation of algebraic expressions. Credits earned in this course will not apply to MCC degree or certificate programs. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 065 - Fundamentals/Algebra I 4 This 4-credit course is intended for those students who are almost ready to begin Algebra I, but their placement tests indicate that there are a few basic math skills that need to be reviewed. In one semester, rather than two, the student will be able to complete a fast-paced review of integers, decimals, fractions, and percents - topics from MAT 060 (MA 1101) - and then cover the topics that are included in MAT 070 (MA 1103). This course is also suitable for those students who have been out of school for a while and would like to brush up on their basic math skills before they begin MAT 070 (MA 1103). Prerequisite(s): Placement by exam or permission of the Math Department Note(s): This course will serve as a prerequisite for any course that currently has a prerequisite of MAT 070. Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 070 - Algebra I 3 The first course of elementary algebra. Topics include operations with signed numbers, linear equations, linear inequalities, point plotting and graphs of straight lines: systems of linear equations. Credits in this course will not apply to MCC degree programs. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in MAT 060 or placement by exam Click here for course schedule details, to register for this course, or to view required books for this course.
	MAT 075 - Algebra I/II 4 This one-semester, 4-credit course is a fast-paced review covering the topics included in both Algebra I (MAT 070) and Algebra II (MAT 080). It is designed for students who have demonstrated (through math placement testing or prior mathematics coursework) that they are capable of making faster progress through material usually covered in two semesters. This course is intended for students with prior exposure to the algebraic topics and the appropriate study skills and motivation to work independently. Prerequisite(s): Placement by exam or permission of Math Department Note(s): Math Career Programs only elective;This course will fulfill the requirement of one course beyond Algebra I for non-transfer programs only. It will also serve as a prerequisite for any course that currently has a prerequisite of MAT 080. 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 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): Grade of C or better in MAT 070 or placement by exam 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 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.

Page: 1 \| 2 \| 3 \| 4 \| 5 \| 6 \| 7

Contract All Courses | Print this page.

Print this Page

Course Descriptions

ENG 140 - World Literature I

ENG 141 - World Literature II

ENG 150 - Creative Writing I

ENG 160 - American Literature I

ENG 161 - American Literature II

ENG 162 - 20th Century American Literature

ENG 165 - African American Literature

ENG 170 - Crime and Punishment in Literature

ENG 175 - Irish Literature

ENG 180 - Science Fiction And Fantasy

ENG 185 - The Short Story

ENG 200 - Creative Writing II

ENG 901 - Creative Writing Honors Seminar

ENG 920 - Holocaust Studies Honors Seminar

ENG 980 - Learing and Gaming in Science Fiction and Fantasy

ELL 053 - Reading & Writing For ELL-Intermediate I

ELL 054 - Reading & Writing For ELL-Intermediate II

ELL 055 - Reading & Writing For ELL-Advanced I

ELL 063 - Listening and Speaking for ELL Intermediate I

ELL 064 - Listening and Speaking for ELL Intermediate II

ELL 073 - Grammar for ELL-Intermediate I

ELL 074 - Grammar for ELL- Intermediate II

ELL 075 - Grammar for ELL - Advanced I

ELL 076 - Grammar for ELL - Advanced II

ELL 085 - Communication For ELL I

ELL 086 - Communication For ELL II

ENV 103 - The Age of Dinosaurs

ENV 105 - Natural Disasters

ENV 108 - Renewable Energy

ENV 110 - Introduction to Ocean and Marine Biology

ENV 113 - Weather and the Atomsphere

ENV 115 - Environmental Studies

ENV 120 - Coral Reef Ecology

ENV 131 - Environmental Science with Lab

ENV 141 - Introduction to Geology

ENV 917 - Effects of the Environment on Health-Honors

ETH 101 - Ethics and Society

ETH 102 - Business Ethics

ETH 103 - Computers, Ethics, and Society

ETH 104 - Technology And Society

ETH 105 - Introduction To Bioethics

FPS 100 - Introduction to Fire Protection

FPS 101 - Fundamentals Of Fire Prevention

FPS 150 - Hazardous Materials

FPS 151 - Fire Science Hydraulics

FPS 152 - Fire Protection Systems And Equipment

FPS 153 - Building Construction For Fire

FPS 200 - Fire Arson Investigation

FPS 201 - Fire Company Officership

FPS 203 - Law and The Fire Service

GGY 120 - World Geography

GOV 090 - American Citizenship: Rights and Responsibilities

GOV 110 - Introduction To Government

GOV 120 - American Government

HST 110 - History of Western Civilization Before 1800

HST 111 - History of Western Civilization After 1800

HST 121 - United States History Before 1865

HST 122 - United States History After 1865

HST 124 - Recent American History

HST 125 - Baseball and the American Experience:1840 to Present

HST 126 - U.S. Women’s History

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

HUS 098 - Fund/Commun Retardation Serv

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 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