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ECE 240 - Child Care Administration 3 CR
This course is based on NAEYC standards for administration of childcare centers. Students examine the childcare administrator’s role in directing successful early childhood centers. Topics include safety, child care licensing laws, sound health and nutrition practices, business practices, communication skills, professionalism, personnel management, policy development, accreditation standards, and ethical decision making. Each student will be required to spend one (1) to two (2) clock hours completing field experience outside of scheduled class times, which may include working with young children, families, and early childhood professionals.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 or ENGL 151 .
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ECE 250 - Intentional Teaching in Early Childhood 3 CR
Students learn the components of intentional teaching to ensure all children reach their full potential and are school-ready. Students learn how to use reflection and purposeful planning to ensure each child acquires the skills needed to be successful based on individual assessment. Students learn how to balance child and adult-guided experiences to promote effective learning across developmental domains. Students will be introduced to NAEYC ethical standards, coaching, mentoring, and service learning conceptual models in their respective relationships to early childhood education. Each student is required to spend four (4) to six (6) clock hours completing field experience outside of scheduled class times which may include working with young children, families, and early childhood professionals.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 or ENGL 151 .
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ECE 260 - Positive Relationships with Families 3 CR
Students learn how to establish and maintain positive relationships with diverse families of young children. Effective communication strategies are emphasized encouraging equal partnerships with families. Advocacy for families is explored. This course is based on NAEYC standards of child development practices.
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ECE 262 - Topics in Early Childhood 2 2 CR
This course broadens student knowledge through selected topics and issues pertaining to early childhood. Topics may include administration, nutrition, activities, or legal and ethical issues. Each student may be required to spend one (1) to three (3) clock hours observing and working with young children outside of scheduled class times. Lab Fee
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Economics |
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ECON 201 - Principles of Economics-MACRO 3 CR
A study of the American economic system including the basic tenets of the private enterprise system; national income accounting, economic instability, unemployment inflation; modern theory of income employment, employment and prices; fiscal and monetary policy; banking system (including the Federal Reserve); and related contemporary macroeconomic issues. Lab Fee
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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ECON 202 - Principles of Economics-MICRO 3 CR
A study of supply and demand analysis; costs of production; structure of American industry; resource pricing; and contemporary microeconomic issues that will include labor economics, urban and rural problems, income distribution, antitrust problems, and international economic issues. Lab Fee
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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Education |
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EDUC 200 - Foundations of Education 3 CR
This course introduces students to the historical, sociological, philosophical, and legal foundations of American education with a focus on education issues and cross-cultural comparison. Special emphasis is placed on the professional responsibilities of teachers. Students are required to complete seven (7) clock hours of field experiences comprised of classroom observations in pre-K through 12th grade settings in public and private schools. A successful Central Abuse and Neglect Registry clearance must be submitted prior to completing the field experience. Lab Fee
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 or ENGL 151 .
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EDUC 204 - Exceptional Learner in School-Age Environments 3 CR
Students learn how to support school-age children and adolescents who are exceptional learners in academic environments focusing on kindergarten through 12th grade. Topics include: historical, psychological, social and academic perspectives. Individualization, assessment, and intervention programming is studied. This course builds upon ECE 237 ; however, each course can be taken independently of the other. Students are required to complete at least six (6) clock hours of observations in the K-12th grade classroom settings. Lab Fee
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 or ENGL 151 .
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EDUC 240 - Education Trends 3 CR
This course evaluates the American educational systems historical and global education issues and how they impact society. The focus is on the study of social issues related to educational trends. Special emphasis is placed on addressing community needs and producing civically engaged students. Students learn how to reflect on personal views regarding critical trends in education explaining how these views relate to the world around them.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 or ENGL 151 .
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EDUC 252 - Field Experience 1 1 CR
Students will need to successfully pass a criminal background check and a State of Michigan Department of Human Services Child Abuse and Neglect Registry (CANR) according to College and Department policy. This course provides an opportunity for the student interested in the profession of teaching to gain experience in a local school system.
Requisites: Take EDUC 200 .
Additional Information: Department approval required.
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EDUC 253 - Field Experience 2 2 CR
Students will need to successfully pass a criminal background check and a State of Michigan Department of Human Services Child Abuse and Neglect Registry (CANR) according to College and Department policy. This course provides an opportunity for the student interested in the profession of teaching to gain experience in a local school system.
Requisites: Take EDUC 200 .
Additional Information: Department approval required.
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Emergency Medical Technician |
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EMT C300 - AHA BLS Certification 0.5 CEU CR
The American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification course is a classroom-based certification course in which health care professionals learn to recognize several life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR to victims of all ages, use an AED, and relieve choking in a safe, timely and effective manner.
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EMT C350 - AHA BLS Instructor 3.2 CEU CR
The American Heart Association (AHA) Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Instructor Course is a 32-hour program designed to provide the student with the training necessary to conduct any of the American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) CPR courses which are offered. This course includes: an overview to BCLS instruction, teaching strategies, safety/health concerns, teaching outlines, organizational strategies, mannequin maintenance/troubleshooting/repair, and criteria for evaluating the CPR student. Students taking this course will be required to take a written and practical skills test. Students will be required to present a mini-lecture on a BCLS skill (cognitive or psychomotor). Certification will be given to students after they complete a practicum. This course is based on the 2001 guidelines. Lab Fee
Additional Information: Current (within 1 year) certification in Course C (CPR) from the American Heart Association.
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EMT 110 - Medical First Responder Training 3 CR
The Medical First Responder Course is designed to provide licensure for the student with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services as a medical first responder. This course is based on the current medical first responder curriculum as established by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services EMS Division. Students who successfully complete the requirements of this course will be eligible for licensure as medical first responders with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services EMS Division. This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge of what to do for a patient prior to the arrival of an ambulance. This course is designed for anyone who may be required to provide care for a sick or injured individual prior to the arrival of an ambulance. This includes (but is not limited to) firefighters, police officers, and first response team members. The course includes training in CPR; bleeding control; airway management; splinting; extrication; oxygen therapy; and medical, environmental, and other emergencies. [32-32-64] Lab Fee
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EMT 120 - Basic Emergency Medical Technician Didactic 8 CR
This course is designed to prepare the student for licensure as a Basic Emergency Medical Technician in the State of Michigan. This course involves medical procedures and use of equipment as prescribed by the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, U.S. Department of Transportation, and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services EMS Section. Topics include: legal responsibilities, anatomy, physiology, patient assessment, management of various emergency situations, extrication, and current standards for BEMTs in the field. This course is based on the 1996 updated requirements for Emergency Medical Technician training.
Requisites: (1) Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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EMT 121 - Basic Emergency Medical Technician Skills Lab 2.25 CR
This course is designed to complement the didactic material learned in the EMT 120 course with the hands-on skills required to perform as a Basic EMT. Students will learn and practice skills such as CPR, patient assessment, splinting, airway management, automatic defibrillation, bleeding management, medical antishock trouser application, and IV maintenance. Students will also participate in scenario-based education and computer-based testing and scenarios to reinforce skills learned within this area. [0-72-72] Lab Fee
Requisites: Take EMT 120 .
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EMT 122 - Defensive Emergency Driving/AllSafe 1 CR
The College reserves the right to refuse the driving component to any individual whose driving record does not meet standards of the institution where the driving component is practiced. A course to prepare the licensed EMT (any level) with the defensive driving skills required by the EMS profession. Included in this course is information on AllSafe, defensive driving, tactics, laws regarding operation of an emergency vehicle, and practice in driving. This course includes an eight-hour practice-driving component. [12-8-20] Lab Fee
Additional Information: Candidates who enroll in this course will have their driving record checked by KCC.
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EMT 123 - Basic Emergency Medical Technician Clinical Internship 0.75 CR
This course is designed for students to observe and participate in the clinical experiences in both the pre-hospital and hospital settings. Students must complete a minimum of six eight-hour experiences in the hospital emergency room and in a pre-hospital life support agency. Students must have an android tablet/phone or iPhone with a camera and touchscreen to participate in this course. Lab Fee
Requisites: Take EMT 120 , EMT 121 , and EMT 122 .
Additional Information: Hepatitis-B inoculation/declination form.
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EMT 130 - Basic EMT 1 8.75 CR
This course is designed to prepare the student for licensure as a Basic Emergency Medical Technician in Michigan. This course involves medical procedures and use of equipment as prescribed by the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, U.S. Department of Transportation, and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services EMS Section. Topics include: legal responsibilities, anatomy, physiology, patient assessment, management of various emergency situations, extrication, and current standards for BEMTs in the field. This course is based on the requirements for Emergency Medical Technician training from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services EMS Section. This course is part of a three-semester offering of the Basic EMT Program. This course includes certification in Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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EMT 133 - Basic EMT 2 8.75 CR
A continuation of EMT 130 . This course is designed to prepare the student for licensure as a Basic Emergency Medical Technician in Michigan. This course involves medical procedures and use of equipment as prescribed by the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, U.S. Department of Transportation, and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services EMS Section. Topics include: legal responsibilities, anatomy, physiology, patient assessment, management of various emergency situations, extrication, and current standards for BEMTs in the field. This course is based on the requirements for Emergency Medical Technician training from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services EMS Section. This course is part of a three-semester offering of the Basic EMT Program. This course includes certification in Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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EMT 136 - Basic EMT Review 2.25 CR
The Basic EMT Review course is designed to prepare a student for the National Registry EMT (NREMT) Examination for the Basic level. Students who participate in this course must have recently completed the Basic EMT certificate at Kellogg Community College. Classroom and computer testing methods are utilized to improve NREMT results on the computer adaptive cognitive test.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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EMT 200 - Pharmacology 1 2 CR
This course is designed to provide the paramedic students with a knowledge of basic pharmacological principles, biological factors influencing drug actions, predictable effects of drugs on physiologic problems, modifiers of predictable effects, commonalities and variations between the actions of drugs employed for comparable therapeutic effect, adverse effects of drugs that can and do commonly occur, and application for pharmacological therapy in the pre-hospital setting. Concentration will focus on cardiovascular drugs in this semester.
Additional Information: Department approval required.
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EMT 205 - Pharmacology 2 2 CR
This course is designed to provide pharmacological information on the remaining non-cardiac drugs, which a paramedic will experience in the pre-hospital and hospital setting. This course is based on the Paramedic Education program requirements as set by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.
Requisites: Take EMT 200 with at least a grade of C-.
Additional Information: Department approval required.
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EMT 211 - Cardiology 1 2 CR
This is a course designed to provide knowledge in cardiology to fulfill the needs of the Paramedic Program. This course involves medical procedures and use of equipment as stated by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, and the American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support standards. Topics include: rapid interpretation of EKGs, static recognition of EKGs, electrical therapy, pharmacological therapy, and basic algorithms for treatment of cardiac arrhythmias.
Additional Information: Department approval required.
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EMT 216 - Cardiology 2 2 CR
This course is designed to provide knowledge in cardiology to fulfill the needs of the Paramedic program. This course involves medical procedures and use of equipment as stated by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, and the American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support standards. Topics include; pathophysiology of heart disorders, Multi-lead EKG interpretation, and therapeutic modalities.
Requisites: Take EMT 211 with at least a grade of C-.
Additional Information: Department approval required.
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EMT 221 - Paramedic 1 5 CR
This course is designed to prepare the student for licensure as a Paramedic in Michigan. This course includes patient assessment techniques and concepts, advanced airway management, fluid and shock resuscitation, acid/base and body buffer systems, and multi-systems trauma treatments. The course involves medical procedures and use of equipment as prescribed by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, and Calhoun County Medical Control Authority. Lab Fee
Additional Information: Department approval required.
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EMT 225 - Paramedic 2 4 CR
This course is designed to prepare the student for licensure as a Paramedic in Michigan. The course involves medical procedures and use of equipment as prescribed by the U.S. Department of Transportation, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, and Calhoun County Medical Control Authority. Topics include: advanced life support in gynecological emergencies, emergency management, gastrointestinal emergencies, lab test analysis, and other medical emergencies.
Additional Information: Department approval required.
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EMT 230 - Paramedic Advanced Practice 4 CR
This course provides the paramedic student the knowledge in the transport of patients with special considerations and advanced EMT operations as prescribed in the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Paramedic Curriculum. Student will take a comprehensive exam at the conclusion of this course for certification by Kellogg Community College. This certification can be used as evidence of completion for the National Registry Exam (passage of which leads to licensing in most U.S. states).
Additional Information: Department approval required.
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EMT 235 - Paramedic Pediatric Advance Life Support 2 CR
This course is designed to provide the Paramedic student with the skills and knowledge to handle pediatric emergencies in the pre-hospital setting. Pediatric patients are not treated as young adults. They are a distinct population with different responses to injuries than adults. Lab Fee
Additional Information: Department approval required.
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EMT 240 - Skills Lab 1 2 CR
This course is designed to provide the Paramedic student with the skills as prescribed by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) for the Paramedic curriculum. This course includes skill practice and scenarios (computer, simulation, and classroom). This course is part of the Paramedic curriculum and must be taken with EMT 245 within the same year of instruction. Lab Fee
Additional Information: Department approval required.
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EMT 245 - Skills Lab 2 2 CR
This course is designed to provide the Paramedic student with the skills as prescribed by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) for the Paramedic curriculum. This course includes skill practice and scenarios (computer, simulation, and classroom). This course is part of the Paramedic curriculum and must be taken with EMT 240 within the same year of instruction. Lab Fee
Additional Information: Department approval required.
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EMT 251 - Introduction to the Clinical Experience 1 CR
This course is designed to provide the first semester clinical hours necessary to meet the requirements of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Paramedic curriculum. This course includes clinical rotations at various sites including ambulance, hospital, and skilled care facilities. In addition, classroom time is scheduled to review clinical procedures and review progress of the students. Clinical education represents the most important component of paramedic education since this is where the student learns to synthesize cognitive and psychomotor skills. To be effective, clinical education will integrate and reinforce the didactic and skills laboratory components of the program. Clinical instruction will follow sound educational principles, be logically sequenced to proceed from simple to complex tasks, have specific objectives, and be closely supervised and evaluated. Lab Fee
Additional Information: Department approval required.
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EMT 252 - Paramedic Clinical Experience 1 2 CR
This course is designed to provide the second semester clinical hours necessary to meet the requirements of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Paramedic curriculum. This course includes clinical rotations at various sites including ambulance, hospital, and skilled care facilities. In addition, classroom time is scheduled to review clinical procedures and review progress of the students.
Additional Information: Department approval required.
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EMT 255 - Paramedic Clinical Experience 2 3.5 CR
This course is designed to provide the second semester clinical hours necessary to meet the requirements of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Paramedic curriculum. This course includes clinical rotations at various sites including ambulance, hospital, and skilled care facilities. Included in this course is 7 hours of meeting and lecture time with the clinical coordinator, 28 hours of simulation time to aid the students in meeting their required clinical competencies, and 140 hours of time in the clinical environment. Classroom time is scheduled to review clinical procedures and review progress of the students. Lab Fee
Additional Information: Department approval required.
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EMT 260 - Paramedic Internship 5 CR
This course is designed to provide the Field Internship as prescribed by Michigan Department of Transportation and the requirements of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Paramedic curriculum. This course is the last course taken as part of the Paramedic Program. This course includes clinical rotations at ambulance services as the lead Paramedic under the supervision of a field Paramedic. Students are expected to complete their clinical competencies during this class. In addition, classroom time is scheduled to review clinical procedures and review progress of the students. Lab Fee
Requisites: (1) Take EMT 230 and EMT 235 with at least a grade of C- (AND) (2) Take EMT 255 with at least a grade of P.
Additional Information: Department approval required.
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EMT 261 - Paramedic Field Prep 1.5 CR
This course is designed to prepare the Paramedic student for a leadership role during the clinical field internship. This course will certify the student in Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, and Trauma Advanced Life Support. The course involves medical procedures and use of equipment as prescribed by the U.S. Department of Transportation, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, and Calhoun County Medical Control Authority. Lab Fee
Additional Information: Department approval required.
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EMT 280 - EMS Instructor/Coordinator Training 5 CR
The EMS instructor/coordinator course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge to become a licensed EMS Instructor/Coordinator within the State of Michigan. This course is based on the U.S. Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum for an instructor training program. This course is approved by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services in conjunction with EMT 285 for licensure as an EMS Instructor/Coordinator in Michigan. For more information, please contact the EMS Education Director or the EMS Instructor-Trainer. Lab Fee
Additional Information: Licensure as an EMT-B, EMT-S, or EMT-P; three years of full-time field experience; and departmental approval.
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EMT 285 - EMS Instructor/Coordinator Practicum 5 CR
The EMS Instructor/Coordinator Practicum course is designed to provide the student with guided student teaching within an EMS course or courses. The student will be assigned a site(s) for student teaching. Within this site(s) the student will follow MDHHS guidelines in didactic and lab skills lecture. The course instructor and site instructor will periodically meet with the student to review their performance. Following successful completion of this course, the student will be recommended for MDHHS licensure as an EMS Instructor/Coordinator. [72-32-104]
Requisites: Take EMT 280 with at least a grade of C.
Additional Information: Department approval required.
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EMT 286 - EMS Instructor/Coordinator Training Practicum 10 CR
The EMS Instructor Coordinator course will include student participation in classroom and online course work along with guided student teaching to prepare the student for licensure as an EMS Instructor Coordinator within the State of Michigan. Following successful completion of this course, the student will be recommended for Michigan Department of Health and Human Services licensure. This course is based on the U.S. Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum for an instructor training program.
Additional Information: Department approval required.
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EMT 291 - UMBC Critical Care Emergency Medical Transport Program Clinical Internship 1.25 CR
This course compliments the didactic portion of the UMBC CCEMTP program by providing clinical experiences as recommended by the State of Michigan EMS Division. Legislation is pending which may require clinical experiences to be authorized to function within the State of Michigan as a CCEMTP. This course meets those requirements. Students will participate in clinical experiences with a pre-hospital critical care provider and within the hospital emergency room, operating room, intensive care unit, cardiac catheterization unit, and critical care unit. [0-20-20]
Requisites: Take EMT 292 .
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EMT 292 - UMBC Critical Care Emergency Medical Transport 7 CR
This course is the nationally accepted University of Maryland-Baltimore County Critical Care Emergency Transport Program. This course is designed to prepare paramedics and nurses to function as members of a critical care transport team. Critical patients that must be transported between facilities require a different level of care from hospital or emergency field patients. Participants will gain an understanding of the special needs of critical patients during transport, become familiar with the purpose and mechanisms of hospital procedures and equipment, and develop the skills to maintain the stability of hospital equipment and procedures during transport. Topics include: the critical care environment, breathing management, surgical airway management, hemodynamic management, cardiac management, pharmacological management, GI, GU and renal management, neurological management, complications of transport, and special considerations. This course is based on the updated 2011 curriculum as prescribed by the UMBC. It is highly recommended that students taking course are currently licensed as a Paramedic or Registered Nurse, have BLS Provider, ACLS, ITLS/TNCC/PhTLS, PALS certifications and at least 2 years field experience. Lab fee
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EMT 295 - UMBC Pediatric/Neonatal Critical Care Transport Course 4.25 CR
This intensive one-week course is designed to prepare experienced paramedics, nurses, and respiratory therapists to function as members of a pediatric and neonatal critical care support team. This course is based on the nationally accepted University of Maryland-Baltimore County course in pediatric/neonatal care. Participants will gain an understanding of the special needs of critical patients during transport, become familiar with the purpose and mechanisms of hospital procedures and equipment, and develop the skills to maintain the stability of hospital equipment and procedures during transport. In addition, this course may serve as a springboard for those institutions looking to expand into pediatric critical care.
Additional Information: Two years documented experience in critical care environment.
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English |
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ENGL 151 - Freshman Composition 3 CR
Writing expository prose with emphasis on the thesis sentence, idea development, unity, continuity, coherence, patterns of exposition, and educated usage. Lab Fee
Requisites: (1) Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 (AND) (2) Next Gen ACCUPLACER® writing score of at least 250, or TSEN 95 with at least a grade of C (OR) (3) ACCUPLACER® ESL language use score of 106, and ACCUPLACER® ESL listening score of 106, and ACCUPLACER® ESL reading skills score of 106 (OR) (4) ELL 93 , ELL 94 , and ELL 95 with at least a grade of C.
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ENGL 151H - Freshman Composition - Honors 3 CR
The intellectually-able student is permitted to pursue in-depth studies in expository writing. The student must be interested in developing excellence in writing. Lab Fee
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® writing score of at least 276.
Additional Information: Student must meet one or more of the Honors Program’s eligibility requirements.
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ENGL 152 - Freshman Composition 3 CR
A continuation of ENGL 151 , including research writing, examination, and discussion of selected readings. Lab Fee
Requisites: Take ENGL 151 with at least a grade of C.
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ENGL 153 - Technical English 3 CR
Instruction and practice in writing for industry and technology. Emphasis is on meeting the written communication needs for the technical student. Lab Fee
Requisites: (1) Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 (AND) (2) Next Gen ACCUPLACER® writing score of at least 250, or TSEN 95 with at least a grade of C.
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ENGL 203 - Introduction to Creative Writing 3 CR
Designed to introduce students to the basic elements that govern the creation of short fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction. Emphasis is on development of creative style and the development of craft in handling poetic form.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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ELL 73 - Introductory Reading and Writing 4 CR
This course has an emphasis on strengthening reading and writing skills. Students will develop reading comprehension skills in English. Emphasis is placed on vocabulary development, active reading strategies including context clues, transitions and identifying supporting statements. Grammar and vocabulary introduced in class will be used to produce well-formed sentences and paragraphs. Students must satisfactorily complete their work with a 73% or higher before advancing to a higher level reading and writing course.
Requisites: (1) ACCUPLACER® ESL reading score of 51 (AND) (2) ACCUPLACER® ESL language use score of 51.
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ELL 74 - Introductory Grammar and Communication 4 CR
This class emphasizes improving grammar skills in written and oral communication. Students will study English vocabulary and grammar to expand upon their ability to understand and use spoken and written English. Special attention is given to the appropriate use of the forms studied, including verbs, nouns, pronouns, tense, and gerunds. Students must satisfactorily complete their work before advancing to a higher-level grammar and communication course.
Requisites: ACCUPLACER® ESL language use score of 51.
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ELL 75 - Introductory Speaking and Listening 4 CR
The focus of this course is on aural and oral communication skills. There will be emphasis on skills such as making inferences, recognizing time markers, using suffixes and prefixes, note taking, and intonation. Students must satisfactorily complete their work with a grade of “C” before advancing to a higher level speaking and listening course.
Requisites: ACCUPLACER® ESL Listening use score of 51.
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ELL 83 - Intermediate Reading and Writing 4 CR
Students will further develop independent reading comprehension skills for reading in English. Emphasis is placed on vocabulary development, active reading strategies, variable reading rates, independent silent reading and comprehension. Students will learn to internalize both the grammar and vocabulary that they have been studying by using it to produce well-formed sentences and paragraph. The focus is on strengthening the students’ ability to express themselves in written English. Students must satisfactory complete their work before advancing to a higher level reading and writing course.
Requisites: (1) ACCUPLACER® ESL reading score of 71 (AND) (2) ACCUPLACER® ESL language use score of 71 (OR) (3) ELL 73 with at least a grade of C.
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ELL 84 - Intermediate Grammar and Communication 4 CR
Students will expand upon their knowledge of English grammar and vocabulary and their ability to understand and use spoken and written English. Special attention is given to the appropriate use of the forms studied.
Requisites: (1) ACCUPLACER® ESL language use score of 71 (OR) (2) ELL 74 with at least a grade of C.
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ELL 85 - Intermediate Speaking and Listening 4 CR
Students will improve their aural and oral communication skills. The three components of the course are: systematic introduction to and practice with the sound system of American English, especially suprasegmentals; extensive listening practice; and introduction to and practice with appropriate conversational skills, such as offering, accepting, and refusing invitations, and asking for and giving opinions.
Requisites: (1) ACCUPLACER® ESL listening score of 71 (OR) (2) ELL 75 with at least a grade of C.
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ELL 93 - Advanced Reading and Writing 4 CR
Students will focus on strengthening the academic writing skills needed for American college courses. Emphasis will be on developing ideas in paragraphs and essays. Students will engage in rigorous study of academic vocabulary needed for college-level writing.
Requisites: (1) ACCUPLACER® ESL reading score of 86 (AND) (2) ACCUPLACER® ESL language use score of 86 (OR) (3) ELL 83 with at least a grade of C.
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ELL 94 - Advanced Grammar and Communication 4 CR
Students will study sophisticated forms of English grammar, including subject/verb inversion, reduced clauses, and complex verb phrases. Special attention is given to the appropriate use of the forms studied. Successful completion of ELL 84 is required for progressing into classes with native speakers.
Requisites: (1) ACCUPLACER® ESL language use score of 86 (OR) (2) ELL 84 with at least a grade of C.
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ELL 95 - Advanced Speaking and Listening 4 CR
Students will develop the listening, note taking and speaking skills needed for success in American college classrooms. Instructional activities will include a variety of formal speech acts, such as introducing, announcing and negotiating. In addition to mastering English Phonemes and suprasegmentals, students will focus on correct pronunciation of high-level vocabulary from the academic word list in the context of formal speaking. Students will develop the listening, note taking and speaking skills needed for success in American college classrooms. Instructional activities will include a variety of formal speech acts, such as introducing, announcing and negotiating. In addition to mastering English Phonemes and suprasegmentals, students will focus on correct pronunciation of high-level vocabulary from the academic word list in the context of formal speaking.
Requisites: (1) ACCUPLACER® ESL listening score of 86 (OR) (2) ELL 85 with at least a grade of C.
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Engineering Science |
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ENGR 256 - Statics 3 CR
Forces and moments acting upon structural bodies under static loads. Concepts of vectors, free-body diagrams, shear and moment diagrams, centroids, moments of inertia and friction.
Requisites: Take PHYS 221 with at least a grade of C.
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ENGR 258 - Dynamics 4 CR
Kinematics and kinetics of particles, rigid bodies in translation, rotation, and plane motion. Includes impulse-momentum and work-energy methods. Introduction to vibrations. Introduction to space mechanics.
Requisites: Take ENGR 256 with at least a grade of C.
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Engineering Technology |
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ENTE 198 - Independent Study 3 CR
Courses may be repeated for additional credit. An opportunity for the interested student with a good scholastic record to pursue independently the study of some subject under the direction of a member(s) of the faculty. Subjects are chosen and arrangements made to suit the needs of individual students.
Additional Information: Department approval required.
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ENTE 215 - Material Science 3 CR
This course is intended to introduce the student to the materials used in engineering/industry and their properties. The types of material studied will include ferrous and nonferrous metals, plastics, rubber, ceramics, glass, and cement. In addition, material inspection, testing, and the effects of heat treatment and corrosion will be studied. Laboratory experiences will include the testing and inspection of materials. [48-16-64] Lab Fee
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First Year Seminar |
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FYS 101 - First Year Seminar 1 CR
The First Year Seminar is designed to introduce and connect students to the KCC community and to assist students in the active development of financial planning for college, as well as, setting academic and personal goals. Students will work with instructors to learn strategies for their transition into college, as well as engage in building the skills needed for college success. Course discussions will include academic preparation, self-awareness, and an understanding of KCC services, resources, and student-related policies, and procedures.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 230, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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French |
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FREN 101 - Elementary French 4 CR
Introductory course stressing pronunciation, comprehension, basic grammar structures, and French culture and civilization. Individual/small group sessions to practice grammar and pronunciation are used. [32-32-64] Lab Fee
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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FREN 102 - Elementary French 4 CR
Aimed at developing communicative ability, this course is based on a series of real-life themes, situations, and speech. Vocabulary and grammatical structures are presented within an appropriate thematic or situational context. Emphasis is on vocabulary and syntax. [32-32-64] Lab Fee
Requisites: Take FREN 101 with at least a grade of C.
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FREN 201 - Intermediate French 4 CR
Comprehensive oral and written reviews of grammatical structures through varied reading selections, conversations, and presentations. [32-32-64] Lab Fee
Requisites: Take FREN 102 with at least a grade of C.
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FREN 202 - Intermediate French 4 CR
Extensive reading to further develop vocabulary and mastery of the language. Advanced prose selections from varied French writers. [32-32-64] Lab Fee
Requisites: Take FREN 201 with at least a grade of C.
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Geography |
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GEOG 100 - Physical Geography 4 CR
A one-semester lecture and laboratory course devoted to the study of man’s environment on earth. Areas of consideration include earth-sun relationships, the earth’s waters, tectonic and gradational processes, earth materials, the atmosphere, elements and controls of climate, soils, and vegetation. Man, as an active force within and upon this environment, is considered. Lab Fee
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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Graphic Design |
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GRDE 103 - Introduction to Graphic Design 3 CR
This course is an orientation to the graphic design field and a preparation for success in the Graphic Design Program. The course will introduce areas inherent to the field including history, contemporary design, work-related occupations, marketing, typography, printing, web design and animation, and software and hardware. In addition, preliminary training will be provided on the Macintosh computers, printers and network. [24-24-48] Lab Fee
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GRDE 135 - Digital Illustration and Layout 3 CR
This course provides an overview of the functionality and use of technology for creating digital illustrations and page layout design. Through hands-on lectures, demonstrations, and projects the student will learn the fundamental tools and techniques of current industry-standard vector software used in digital design. Emphasis is given to creating professional-looking design work utilizing the computer as a tool. [32-32-64] Lab Fee
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GRDE 145 - Digital Imaging 3 CR
This course provides an overview of the functionality and use of technology for creating and editing digital images. Through hands-on lectures, demonstration, and projects the student will learn the fundamental tools and techniques of current industry-standard raster software used for digital images. Emphasis is given to creating professional-looking art and graphics work utilizing the computer as a tool. [32-32-64] Lab Fee
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GRDE 157 - HTML/XML 3 CR
This course explores the components, terminology, features and uses of HTML/XML. Emphasis is given to creating professional looking web pages utilizing HTML/XML as the layout vehicle. Through hands-on lectures, demonstrations and projects, the student will learn the essential techniques and functions of the language, while understanding some of the more complex issues that designers face when using HTML/XML. [16-32-48] Lab Fee
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GRDE 204 - Typography and Typesetting 3 CR
This course involves the study of typography and typesetting as an integral element of graphic design. The principles of typography will be examined through the topics of history, fonts and their classifications, and type as image and design element. Layout and typesetting projects will involve various types of documents and publishing with the purpose to achieve successful, informative and expressive visual communication. [32-32-64] Lab Fee
Requisites: Take GRDE 103 and GRDE 135 with at least a grade of C.
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GRDE 206 - Graphic Design 1 3 CR
This course involves understanding the various stages of developing layouts in graphic design. A focus on the organization of type and imagery will be emphasized including the basic rules of creativity and brainstorming, applying the principles of design to layout, concept and graphic design project process development, color, grid structure, and beginning application of campaign design. [32-32-64] Lab Fee
Requisites: Take GRDE 103 , GRDE 135 , and GRDE 145 with at least a grade of C.
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GRDE 208 - Graphic Design 2 3 CR
This course continues the direction established in Graphic Design 1 and further develops the design and marketing abilities of students. It focuses on preparing the student to effectively communicate ideas and information to business and consumer audiences using design. Subjects covered will include target markets, budget and client interaction, logo and identity, branding, advertising and marketing. Students will develop strategies and ideas from concept to completion. [32-32-64] Lab Fee
Requisites: Take GRDE 204 with at least a grade of C.
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GRDE 210 - Design for the Web 3 CR
This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of web design using relevant design and marketing strategies. Through hands-on exercises, students will design and construct webpages from concept to active, using industry-standard development environments. [32-32-64] Lab Fee
Requisites: Take GRDE 145 with at least a grade of C.
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GRDE 211 - Design for New Media 3 CR
This course takes what is learned in Design for the Web and expands beyond it. Through hands-on assignments the student will create and develop projects focusing on the design for web, multimedia and interactive environments. [32-32-64] Lab Fee
Requisites: Take GRDE 210 with at least a grade of C.
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GRDE 261 - Graphic Design Practicum 3 CR
This course allows the student to work with the instructor through field-related experiences. The instructor works as the manager with the student on a variety of projects taken from business and industry. The course allows the student to gain experience and understanding of the field in a job-like environment. [16-80-96] Lab Fee
Requisites: Take GRDE 135 and GRDE 145 with at least a grade of C.
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GRDE 271 - Graphic Design Internship 3 CR
This course provides the opportunity for the student to gain relevant career experience by being placed in a non-classroom environment that exposes them to modern business practices. Typically, local advertising agencies, graphic design firms, and printing houses are utilized to provide a valid work experience for the student. Students either will be placed by the instructor or can choose an internship location upon approval from the instructor.
Requisites: Take GRDE 261 with at least a grade of C.
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GRDE 296 - Portfolio Review 3 CR
This course focuses on students developing their design portfolio. It will provide the student the opportunity to apply the combined understanding gained from earlier courses and projects to more fully realized work for a portfolio of designs which will prepare them for future design endeavors. A final portfolio review will be held at the end of the semester to provide a full evaluation of the student’s portfolio in preparation of entering the job market. [32-32-64] Lab Fee
Requisites: Take GRDE 206 and GRDE 210 with at least a grade of C.
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GRDE 297 - Graphic Design-Special Topics 4 CR
This course allows the student to explore focus areas such as specific software, publications, printed material, and web page development. Since topics change, this course may be repeated for credit toward graduation up to eight credits. [32-32-64] Lab Fee
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GRDE 298 - Independent Study 3 CR
An opportunity for the interested student to pursue independently the study of some subject under the direction of a member(s) of the professional staff. Problems are designed and arrangements made to meet the needs of the individual students.
Additional Information: Department approval required.
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History |
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HIST 103 - American Foundations 3 CR
A survey of the political, economic, and social history of the United States from the colonial era to 1877.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HIST 104 - Modern America 3 CR
A survey of the political, economic, and social history of the United States from 1877 to the present.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HIST 106 - Religious History 3 CR
A comparative study of the historical development, doctrine, and practices of the major varieties of Christianity or of other great world religions. Pertinent social factors and recent events will also be explored. The specific topic to be studied will change from semester to semester, and students may enroll again for up to six credit hours as often as the study topic is changed. With certain topics students must be able to attend religious events or exhibits scheduled in the evening or on weekends.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HIST 151 - Western Civilization: Early Western World 3 CR
This course is a survey of the major developments in European Civilization from the ancient Middle East, Greece and Rome, medieval period, Renaissance, and Reformation to early modern Europe (mid-1600s). Selected political, economic, social, religious, intellectual, and aesthetic elements that form present-day western civilization will be emphasized. The course will also emphasize the interchange of ideas between Asia, Africa, and the West, as well as an understanding of our cultural history as essential to the study of other cultures.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HIST 152 - Western Civilization: Modern Western World 3 CR
This course is a survey of the major developments in European Civilization from the mid-1600s to the present. Selected political, economic, social, religious, intellectual, and aesthetic elements from the scientific revolution to the contemporary world will be considered. The impact of revolution, nationalism, and world war upon recent world events will be emphasized. The course will also include the interchange of ideas between Asia, Africa, and the West.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HIST 201 - Global History to 1500 3 CR
An interdisciplinary study of various world civilizations in Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Europe from 10,000 B.C.E. (Before Common Era) to 1500 C.E. (Common Era). This course will use a comparative approach to study a variety of global themes and patterns over time.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HIST 202 - Global History from 1500 to Present 3 CR
An interdisciplinary study of various world civilizations in Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Europe from 1500 C.E. (Common Era) to the present. This course will use a comparative approach to study a variety of global themes and patterns over time.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HIST 210 - History of Michigan 3 CR
The origin and development of the contemporary political, economic, and social institutions of the State of Michigan. The relation of this history of the state to that of the nation is stressed.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HIST 211 - History of England to 1688 3 CR
This course will examine English history and its culture from the Roman invasions through the English Civil War and the Glorious Revolution. Students will study England’s cultural traditions (legal, religious, and philosophical, as well as artistic and literary) within the political, economic, and social context. Emphasis is placed on the origins and development of the institutions most affecting the heritage of the English-speaking world.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HIST 212 - History of England from 1688 3 CR
Beginning with 1689, this course continues the analysis of political, social, and cultural trends in England to the present time. Emphasis is placed on the recent period of imperial development, breakdown, and resultant problems. Lectures, readings, and individual research comprise course requirements.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HIST 240 - African American History 3 CR
This course will focus on the African American experience since the era of the Civil War. Major emphasis will be placed on the background and development of the civil rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s. An overview of the contributions of African Americans to American culture will be explored, as well as the sociocultural obstacles faced by this minority group.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HIST 250 - History of Africa 3 CR
This course is a study of the historical, geographic, economic, political and social institutions of the various African countries and territories. The course examines and analyzes factors contributing to unique conditions of African society, past and present.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HIST 260 - History of Middle East and North Africa 3 CR
This course is a survey of the Middle East and North Africa from antiquity to the present. Major themes include the origin and evolution of monotheism; the rise and fall of various empires, such as the Persian and Ottoman, and the rise of their successor states; American and European influence; Arab nationalism; the Arab-Israeli conflict, and the emergence of radical Islamic movements such as Hamas and al Qaeda.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HIST 290 - History of the Straits of Mackinac 3 CR
This course will explore the history of the Straits of Mackinac from the mid-18th century through the Antebellum Era. Specific emphasis will be placed on the application of historical knowledge through travel to the region.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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Humanities |
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HUMA 151 - Encounter with the Arts 3 CR
This course is designed to introduce students to the performing arts. Students must be able to attend specific exhibits and performances in art, theatre, music, dance, and cinema in the evening and on weekends. Classroom activities will be based on the lecture/discussion format. Lab Fee
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HUMA 200 - Honors Seminar 1 CR
This seminar is for Gold Key and Trustees Scholarships’ recipients only. Students will meet with faculty to discuss topics pertaining to their studies, the community, the arts, and other selected areas.
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Human Services |
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HUSE 101 - Introduction to Human Services 3 CR
This course introduces the student to the basic conceptual knowledge of social organizations and the role of the human service worker. Included are the beginning skills for social service practice and discussion of the ethical commitments and legal considerations underlying professional helping careers.
Requisites: Next Gen ACCUPLACER® reading score of 244, or at least a grade of C in TSRE 55 .
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HUSE 183 - Practicum in Human Services 3 CR
Supervised practicum with the adolescent and adult populations. This course is designed to provide experience in the integration and application of the knowledge and skills of the human service worker. The student will be supervised in a reality-based work environment.
Requisites: Take HUSE 101 with at least a grade of C.
Additional Information: Recommend prior to or concurrent: Take HUSE 220 .
Students must be able to meet site requirements, which may include additional criminal background checks, a health physical, and a TB check.
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HUSE 184 - Practicum in Human Services 3 CR
Supervised practicum with preschool and elementary-age children. This course is designed to provide experience in the integration and application of the knowledge and skills of the human service worker. The student will be supervised in a reality-based work environment.
Requisites: Take HUSE 101 with at least a grade of C.
Additional Information: Recommend prior to or concurrent: Take HUSE 220 .
Students must be able to meet site requirements, which may include additional criminal background checks, a health physical, and a TB check.
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HUSE 185 - Human Service Internship 3 CR
A course designed to give on-the-job field experiences commensurate with the student’s career objectives. Required are 175 hours of on-the-job experience plus attendance at a two-hour scheduled seminar every other week.
Requisites: Take HUSE 101 with at least a grade of C.
Additional Information: Recommend prior to or concurrent: Take HUSE 220 .
Students must be able to meet site requirements, which may include additional criminal background checks, a health physical, and a TB check.
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