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SPA* 112: Elementary Spanish II 4 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 102)
A second semester course in which students develop all four language skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking) while studying grammatical structures (preterite, imperfect, object pronouns, reflexive verbs) that are more advanced than those studied in the first semester Spanish course. Hispanic culture will be studied.
Prerequisites: SPA* 111 , one year of high school Spanish, or permission of instructor. Transfer college may not award credit for this course if the student has already completed two or more years of Spanish at the high school level.
Offered: Spring,Summer
Fulfills General Education - Mode 3
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SPA* 130: Spanish Culture 3 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 125)
A survey of Spanish culture taught in English. Topics of study include art, music, literature, history, geography, political systems, bullfighting, and culture with a small “c” (use of two surnames, extended families, cuisine, etc.)
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
Fulfills General Education - Mode 3
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SPA* 131: Hispanic Culture 1, 2 or 3 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 130)
This is an independent study course which is offered in conjunction with an academic trip and is available only to participants of that trip. Pre-trip assignments will prepare the students for the research that will be done in the country of the trip and post-trip assignments will organize and analyze the information observed and collected in the Hispanic country. (This course can be done in English or in Spanish.) Class: hours per week will depend on number of credit hours. Co-requisite: student must participate in an academic trip sponsored by MCC.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
Fulfills General Education - Mode 3
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SPA* 135: Hispanic Culture and Conversation 3 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 145)
A one-semester, first-level course for two-year career program students which stresses aspects of Hispanic culture, as well as pronunciation and vocabulary skills in Spanish, that would be helpful as an additional tool in future employment, job advancement, and effective fulfillment of daily job routines.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
Fulfills General Education - Mode 3
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SPA* 145: Mexican Culture 3 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 145)
A survey of Mexican culture taught in English. Topics of study includes art, music, literature, ancient civilizations, history, geography, political systems, bullfighting, and culture with a small “c” (use of two surnames, bargaining in the market, extended families, cuisine, etc.).
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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SPA* 208: Intermediate Spanish I and II 8 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 208)
An intensive, intermediate Spanish course in which two semesters of Spanish (SPA* 211 and SPA* 212 ) are completed in one semester. Students will be taught all four language skills with an emphasis on speaking and listening in class and an emphasis on reading and writing through the assignments. Cultural readings will be in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPA* 112 or SPA* 108 or two years of high school Spanish or permission of instructor.
Offered: Occasionally
Fulfills General Education - Mode 3
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SPA* 211: Intermediate Spanish I 4 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 201)
A third semester course in which grammar, conversation and reading materials are at an intermediate level. Cultural readings will be in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPA* 111 , and SPA* 112 or SPA* 108 or two years of high school Spanish or permission of instructor.
Offered: Fall
Fulfills General Education - Mode 3
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SPA* 212: Intermediate Spanish II 4 Credits
(Formerly SPAN 202)
A fourth semester course in which the grammar, conversation and reading materials are at an intermediate level. Cultural readings will be in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPA* 211 (211) or three years of high school Spanish or permission of instructor.
Offered: Spring
Fulfills General Education - Mode 3
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SPA* 251: Advanced Spanish I 4 Credits
A fifth semester course in which language skills will be reinforced while increased emphasis is placed on composition and conversation. Literature and culture will also be studied in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPA* 212 , SPA* 208 or permission of the instructor.
Offered: Occasionally
Fulfills General Education - Mode 3
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SPA* 252: Advanced Spanish II 4 Credits
A sixth semester course in which language skills will be reinforced while increased emphasis is placed on composition and conversation. Literature and culture will also be studied in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPA* 212 , SPA* 208 or permission of instructor.
Offered: Occasionally
Fulfills General Education - Mode 3
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Speech-Language Pathology Assistant |
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SLP* 111: Communication Development 3 Credits
An overview of the milestones of form, content, and use in the process of typical communication development for children from infancy through adolescence.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 093 or concurrently taking ENG* 066 .
Offered: Fall
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SLP* 112: Speech and Language Services in the Educational Setting 3 Credits
This course will address professional issues related to the role of the Speech/Language Pathology Assistant in the practice of speech/language pathology in schools. Topics will include, but are not limited to, the legal and policy framework for school services, ethical practice, supervision, collaboration, scheduling, data collection, advocating, professional development, resources, and professional trends. This course includes an observation component.
Prerequisites: SLP* 111 or concurrently taking SLP* 111 .
Offered: Spring
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SLP* 120: Communication Disorders and Intervention I 3 Credits
A general overview of language, and hearing disorders in preschool and school-aged children, their impact on literacy acquisition, and evidence-based interventions. This course will prepare Speech/Language Pathology Assistants for their role in providing oral language and literacy interventions to children with language and hearing disorders in educational settings.
Prerequisites: SLP* 111 .
Offered: Fall
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SLP* 121: Communication Disorders and Intervention II 3 Credits
A general overview of phonology, voice, and fluency disorders in preschool and school aged children, with a focus on phonology (i.e., speech) problems and evidenced-based interventions. This course will prepare Speech/Language Pathology Assistants for their role in providing assistance to children with phonology disorders in educational settings and will also prepare them to work with students with significant/severe communication needs (e.g., non-verbal/low verbal children requiring assistive technology [AT] or augmentative/alternative communication [AAC] systems).
Prerequisites: SLP* 111 .
Offered: Spring
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Student Development |
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SD 100: Creating Your Own College Success 1 Credits
This course is designed to help students maximize the value of their college experience. Topics include self assessment, goal setting, decision making, and time management. Emphasis will be placed on the development of a plan leading to a successful college experience.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall, Spring
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SD 101: Career Life Planning 3 Credits
A course designed to develop the knowledge and skills necessary for lifelong career planning. Students will increase their self-awareness through analysis of self-assessment data obtained from biographical data, interest inventories, value surveys, personality surveys, and ability surveys. Students will also develop personal career directions and strategies for working toward them. Students will be expected to share personal and life experiences in group settings.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall, Spring
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SD 103: Introduction to Information 3 Credits
After completion of the course students will recognize the need for information and be able to access, evaluate, classify, store and manipulate new information. In addition they will understand the pertinent issues surrounding the use of information and recognize the importance of information literacy in lifelong learning.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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SD 111: First Year Experience: Foundations for College Success 3 Credits
This course focuses on the academic culture, essential study skills and self-exploration to empower students to make wise choices and create success both in college and in life.
Prerequisites: Eligiblity for ENG* 093 .
Offered: Fall, Spring
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Surgical Technology |
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SUR* 101: Operating Room Procedures I 4 Credits
(Formerly ST 101)
An introduction to theoretical experience of the basic skills used in an operating room: aseptic technique, technologists’ arts, instrumentation, draping techniques, and related operating room skills. An explanation of essential patient care concepts necessary for effective functioning in an operating room.
Prerequisites: Permission of the Surgical Technology Program Coordinator.
Offered: Fall
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SUR* 102: Operating Room Procedures II 4 Credits
(Formerly ST 102)
An introduction to practical experience of the basic skills used in an operating room: aseptic technique, technologists’ arts, instrumentation, draping techniques, and related operating room skills such as mock operations in lab. Includes an extensive survey of various surgical specialties including specific operations in each discipline.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of SUR* 101 .
Offered: Spring
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SUR* 201: Seminar in Surgery 2 Credits
(Formerly ST 106)
This course serves as a bridge between the preclinical and clinical phases of the program and emphasizes the total picture of the surgical patient. Students learn about health care departments outside the operating room that are integral to diagnosis and treatment of surgical conditions. Presentations by physicians and practitioners emphasize surgical procedures and perioperative care of the patient.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of SUR* 102
Offered: Summer
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SUR* 220: Clinical Experience I 2 Credits
(Formerly ST 220)
An introduction to clinical practice in general and specialty surgical procedures in the operating room and outpatient facilities. Emphasis is on applying skills learned in the pre-clinical courses to clinical practice including experiences in basic operating room procedures and minor surgery.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of SUR* 102 .
Offered: Summer
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SUR* 221: Pathology/Pharmacology for the Surgical Technologist 3 Credits
This course focuses on the topics relating to Surgical Technology as identified in the 5th Edition of the Core Curriculum for Surgical Technology. The pathology and pharmacology of each organ system will be discussed concurrently.
Prerequisites: BIO* 212
Offered: Spring
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SUR* 222: Clinical Experience II 4 Credits
(Formerly ST 222)
Clinical practice in the operating room concentrating on experience in basic procedures of general and specialty surgery.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of SUR* 220 .
Offered: Fall
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SUR* 224: Clinical Experience III 4 Credits
(Formerly ST 224)
Clinical practice in the operating room concentrating on experience in advanced levels of general and specialty surgery. Includes classroom preparation for the national certification examination and development of job search skills.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of SUR* 222 .
Offered: Spring
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SUR* 225: Advanced Seminar in Surgery 2 Credits
This course will review the basic principles and practices taught in the Surgical Technology program. This course will focus on the objectives of the National Certification Examination for Surgical Technologists (CST) using an online learning system, lecture and practice tests. The purpose of this course is to prepare students to pass the CST examination which is required for employment as a surgical technologist.
Prerequisites: and
Offered: Spring
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Theatre |
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THR* 101: Introduction to Theater 3 Credits
This course explores the range of theatrical conventions present in theater throughout the world. Students will participate in hands-on activities in acting, directing, and design. Students will complete a research paper on a topic in theater history in addition to writing responsively throughout the course both in class and online
Prerequisites: Eligibility for .
Offered: Fall, Spring
Fulfills General Education - Mode 1
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Human Thought & Expression
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THR* 110: Acting I 3 Credits
(Formerly THEA 181)
A first course in acting. Students will focus on relaxation and physical awareness, and on developing their imagination, concentration and characterization skills. They will be introduced to basic vocal and physical techniques. Class: 3 hours per week.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall, Spring
Fulfills General Education - Mode 1
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THR* 190: Theater Practicum 3 Credits
Students will receive instruction and participate in all aspects of staging a theatrical production. Students will work in areas such as research, scriptwriting, designing and developing sets, acquiring and creating props, costuming, make-up, lighting, sound, acting, theater administration and management. The capstone project for this course will be a play staged in cooperation with a local theater group.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall, Spring
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THR* 210: Acting II 3 Credits
(Formerly THEA 182)
A continuation of THR* 110 . Students will focus on script analysis and interpretation, and will expand their emotional, expressive and technical ranges.
Prerequisites: THR* 110 or equivalent training or experience.
Offered: Spring
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