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2021-2022 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

Below are course descriptions for credit courses offered by MCC. Each course can be identified by a lettered subject and a course number followed by the title and a series of numbers. Those courses with a zero as the first digit of the course number are designated as developmental and may not be used to fulfill degree requirements.

BIOS 1010 - General Biology

5.0 - 3.0 - 6.0

Key:
course subject (BIOS)
course number (1010)
course title (General Biology)
course may be offered online
course may be offered in hybrid format
lecture/classroom hours per week (5.0 -)
lab/clinical hours per week (- 3.0 -)
credit hours (- 6.0)

Requisites for a course are detailed as follows:

  • Prerequisites – A prerequisite - or its equivalent - must be met before a student can register for a course. A prerequisite may be a specific high school course, another MCC course, a demonstrated proficiency, or acceptance into a certain program. Students must meet the prerequisite in effect for the quarter in which they are taking the course. Prerequisites may be waived on the basis of proficiency testing and/or the recommendation of an appropriate faculty member or academic dean.
  • Corequisites – Corequisites are required program courses that must be taken simultaneously, a grouping of courses that must all be taken within the same quarter. In some cases, previous completion of the required course is acceptable.
  • Recommended - Certain courses, proficiencies, or conditions may be recommended for the student prior to or at the same time as the course. While these recommendations are suggested for student success in the course, they are not required.

Hybrid courses – A hybrid course is a coordinated approach to learning, using both online technology and classroom interaction with faculty and peers. MCC hybrid courses meet face-to-face 50 percent of the traditional quarter’s campus meetings; the other 50 percent of campus meeting time is replaced with online study and learning activities.
 

Construction and Building Science
  

  • CNST 1030 - Digital Blueprint Applications

    4.5 Credits
    Students develop skills needed to interpret plans, both on paper and digitally, for commercial construction. Students obtain print reading experience with elements commonly included on prints for large commercial structures, including site work, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, mechanical systems, structural steel, reinforced concrete, and finish construction.

    Prerequisites: (1) CNST 1020   must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Recommended: INFO 1001 
    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CNST 1050 - Introduction to Carpentry

    4.5 Credits
    This course covers the safe use of hand tools. Students practice the proper set up of tools. They take part in a lab project involving stationary and hand power tools as well as carpentry hand tools.

    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CNST 1070 - EIFS and Stucco Finish

    3.5 Credits
    This course teaches students to apply two different exterior finishing systems: stucco, a non-insulated cement plaster wall covering, and EIFS, an exterior insulated finishing system. Students apply both in a practical lab experience.

    Lec: 3 Lab: 1.5 Cr: 3.5


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  • CNST 1110 - Construction Safety (10-Hour)

    1 Credits
    This course provides training outlined by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). This course supplies students with the recommended safety requirements for working in the construction field.

    Lec: 1 Lab: 0 Cr: 1


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  • CNST 1110S - Construction Safety (10-Hour) - Spanish Version

    1 Credits
    This course provides training outlined by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). This course supplies students with the recommended safety requirements for working in the construction field and is conducted in Spanish.

    Lec: 1 Lab: 0 Cr: 1


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  • CNST 1220 - Remodeling and Deconstruction

    6.5 Credits
    This course prepares students for many of the unforeseen surprises that may occur in the fields of remodeling, renovation, and deconstruction. Students undertake actual remodeling projects such as floor, wall, ceiling, and roof alterations. Students evaluate existing loads and calculate new structural loads for additions using the latest IRC building code and local amendments.

    Prerequisites: (2) CNST 1050  and CNST 1020 ; or instructor approval must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 6.5 Lab: 1.5 Cr: 6.5


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  • CNST 1240 - Interior Finish and Cabinetry

    9 Credits
    Students learn interior finish terms and definitions that are used in the construction field. Students learn theory and practical application of various types of floor, wall and ceiling finish, interior door hanging, and various applications of interior trim and cabinets. Students practice estimation of labor and materials in all areas.

    Prerequisites: (2) CNST 1020  and CNST 1050   must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 9 Lab: 0 Cr: 9


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  • CNST 1255 - Commercial Framing

    6.5 Credits
    This course gives students a hands-on approach to metal stud framing. It covers proper layout procedures and wall types for interior, exterior, furred, structural, and fire-rated walls. Students learn methods of building headers, columns, soffits, and ceilings along with proper construction terms, definitions, specifications, and codes.

    Prerequisites: (2) CNST 1030  and CNST 1050   must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 6.5 Lab: 1.5 Cr: 6.5


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  • CNST 1360 - Floor, Wall, Stair and Ceiling Framing

    9 Credits
    Students learn the fundamentals of floor framing, wall parts, wall construction, stair parts, stair construction and installation of ceiling posts. Students construct a full-scale house in the indoor lab.

    Prerequisites: (2) CNST 1020  and CNST 1050   must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 9 Lab: 0 Cr: 9


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  • CNST 1370 - Exterior Finish

    6.5 Credits
    This course includes terms and definitions used in the construction field pertaining to exterior finish. It covers theory and practical application of various types of wall covering, roof covering, exterior doors, windows, and trim and emphasizes estimation of labor and materials in all areas. Students install exterior siding, roofing, windows, doors, and roofing materials on a house in the indoor lab.

    Prerequisites: (2) CNST 1020  and CNST 1050 ; or instructor approval must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 6.5 Lab: 1.5 Cr: 6.5


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  • CNST 1400 - Introduction to Masonry

    6.5 Credits
    This course emphasizes brick and block construction. Students mix mortar and use the trowel, spread mortar, cut brick and concrete blocks, and level and plumb laid-up units. It includes dry bonding techniques and various brick-block patterns.

    Lec: 6.5 Lab: 1.5 Cr: 6.5


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  • CNST 1520 - Introduction to Concrete

    4.5 Credits
    Students learn vocabulary, methods, and practices of concrete construction. Students perform testing procedures in accordance with the ASTM standards. The students learn how to mix concrete using appropriate proportions and materials including add mixtures and how to prepare different concrete mix designs. Students pour and finish concrete. The students learn how to work safely in a concrete construction environment.

    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0.0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CNST 1530 - Concrete Formwork

    4.5 Credits
    Students define, identify, and apply vocabulary, methods, and practices of concrete form construction. Students design and build multiple concrete form systems. The students interpret and apply building and safety codes as required during the course.

    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0.0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CNST 2100 - Construction Safety (30-Hour)

    4.5 Credits
    This course provides students with training outlined by the Occupation Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Many contractors require this course for anyone working in a supervisory capacity.

    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CNST 2120 - Construction Law and Document Management

    4.5 Credits
    Students are introduced to common contracts used in the construction industry, with an emphasis on understanding the functions and interrelationships of documents. A review of law applied, application of the contract, and case studies used by construction professionals are covered. The course primarily focuses on disputes that typically arise in project performance and the options that exist to resolve those potential liabilities. Ethics in construction are covered.

    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CNST 2130 - Construction Estimating

    7 Credits
    Estimating cost in construction prepares students for employment in the field of construction estimating. Students are prepared for this fast moving and changing field with training in electronic takeoffs. This course includes the use of spreadsheets Onscreen Takeoff, Quick Bid, and Blue Beam Revu. Quantity takeoffs are performed using these softwares, as well as by hand, to facilitate an understanding of required mathematical operations. Students design a spreadsheet capable of computing quantities, labor, and materials.

    Prerequisites: (1) CNST 1030   must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 7 Lab: 0 Cr: 7


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  • CNST 2140 - Job Site Management

    4.5 Credits
    Students go beyond the physical erection of a project and concentrate on the procedures and methods used by contractors during the construction and post-construction phases of a project: systematic planning, organizing, managing, controlling, and documenting job site activities.

    Prerequisites: (1) CNST 1030  must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CNST 2160 - Advanced Construction Estimating and Scheduling

    4.5 Credits
    Students estimate and schedule a construction project. Students learn to use software to better facilitate the management and expectations of a project. Students design spreadsheets capable of computing quantities, labor and materials, and profitability for projects. A construction schedule is developed utilizing CPM standards.

    Prerequisites: (2) CNST 1030 ; and CNST 2130  must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CNST 2360 - Roof Framing

    6.5 Credits
    Students learn the principles, calculations, and cutting of all components of gable, hip, and valley rafters. Students frame an actual roof on a house in the indoor lab.

    Prerequisites: (2) CNST 1050  and CNST 1020  or instructor approval must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 6.5 Lab: 1.5 Cr: 6.5


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  • CNST 2435 - Capstone Completion

    6.5 Credits
    Students use their construction and critical thinking skills to deliver a completed capstone house to the community. Students participate in several phases of construction during this course. Students complete the actual punch-list for the capstone house. Items on this list include construction work in framing, siding, roofing, drywall, interior trim work, interior, and finish materials.

    Prerequisites: (1) CNST 1050  must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 6.5 Lab: 1.5 Cr: 6.5


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  • CNST 2900 - Special Topics in CNST

    Variable Credits
    This course permits instruction in special content areas not included in other courses of the Construction Technology program.

    Prerequisites: (1) Instructor approval must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: Variable Lab: 0 Cr: Variable


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  • CNST 2981 - Internship

    Variable Credits
    This internship gives students the opportunity to develop skills in the field and exposes them to established craftspeople. Applications for internships must be made through the program’s full-time faculty. Based on state guidelines, students must complete 40 hours of work for each credit hour. NOTE: Students with four or more years of experience in the construction field may waive the internship requirement upon instructor approval. Contact a full-time instructor for more information. Credits toward the degree must be made up in other ways.

    Prerequisites: (2) GPA of 2.5 and career certificate or equivalent in framing, concrete, masonry management, cabinetry, or commercial construction; or instructor approval must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: Variable Lab: 0 Cr: Variable


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Criminal Justice
  

  • CRIM 1010 - Introduction to Criminal Justice

    4.5 Credits
    Offered: ONLINE

    This course is an overview of the history, development, and philosophies of crime control within a democratic society. It examines the criminal justice system with emphasis on the police, the prosecution and the defense, the courts, and the correctional agencies.

    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CRIM 1020 - Introduction to Corrections

    4.5 Credits
    Offered: ONLINE

    This course outlines corrections as a systematic process, showing the evolving changes within institutional and community-based corrections. Topics include the history of corrections, the influence of social thought and philosophy on the development of corrections, the rights of the incarcerated inmate, and the duties of the correctional officer.

    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CRIM 1030 - Courts and the Judicial Process

    4.5 Credits
    Offered: ONLINE

    Students examine the basic structure of the court system and court process. Students take a comprehensive look at the courts, their personnel, and the context in which they operate.

    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CRIM 1140 - Reporting Techniques for Criminal Justice

    4.5 Credits
    This is an interactive course where students will document all aspects of the criminal justice system, from arrival at the scene of an incident to the presentation of the written report in court. Students and will be provided the tools, resources, and practical exercises to master the skill of professional criminal justice report writing.

    Prerequisites: (2) English level I and CRIM 1010  must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CRIM 2000 - Criminal Law

    4.5 Credits
    Offered: ONLINE

    This course outlines the purpose and function of criminal law. Topics include the rights and duties of citizens and police in relation to local, state, and federal law (e.g., arrest, search and seizure, confessions), and the development, application, and enforcement of laws, constitutional issues, and sentencing.

    Prerequisites: (1) CRIM 1010   must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CRIM 2010 - Introduction to Probation and Parole

    4.5 Credits
    Offered: ONLINE

    This course is an overview of the history and philosophical foundation of probation and parole. Students review legal issues and problems of probation and determinate/indeterminate sentencing. Students also examine the various roles of probation/parole officers and special programs as they relate to probation/parole.

    Prerequisites: (1) CRIM 1010   must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CRIM 2020 - Legal Issues in Corrections

    4.5 Credits
    Offered: ONLINE

    Criminal justice students are introduced to an overview of the critical issues of correction: to include the key correctional issues of changing goals within corrections, working with a diverse group of correctional offenders, and reentry concepts. Students also learn about the legal controversies of managing sex offenders, mental health offenders, and the elderly.

    Prerequisites: (1) CRIM 1010   must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CRIM 2030 - Police and Society

    4.5 Credits
    Offered: ONLINE

    This course examines the role of the police in relationship to the duties of law enforcement and their policing in a diverse society. Specific topics include key demographic trends related to the growth of multicultural communities. Also covered are key issues associated with immigration and how those issues affect law enforcement officials in their everyday job.

    Prerequisites: (1) CRIM 1010   must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CRIM 2050 - Principles of Interviewing and Interrogation

    4.5 Credits
    Offered: ONLINE

    This course examines interviews of witnesses, informants, and complainants as a communicative relationship. It includes demonstration, study, and practice of acceptable techniques and procedures in accordance with due process.

    Prerequisites: (1) CRIM 1010   must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CRIM 2120 - Community-Based Corrections

    4.5 Credits
    Offered: ONLINE

    This course outlines a number of community-based corrections programs such as probation, parole, electronic monitoring, and fines designed to meet the level of risk and needs of the offender. The course covers the balanced approach that reflects a strong emphasis on practical and legal matters. It also discusses the historical, philosophical, social, and legal contexts of community-based corrections.

    Prerequisites: (1) CRIM 1010   must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CRIM 2150 - Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice

    4.5 Credits
    Students examine critical issues facing criminal justice professionals in the field. Topics include ethical situations in law enforcement, the courts, and corrections; specifically focusing on one’s character, duty, justice, and caring for others. This course will also prepare students for some of the ethical dilemmas and difficult situations they will face once they begin a career in the criminal justice field. A service project is required in this class.

    Prerequisites: (1) CRIM 1010   must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CRIM 2190 - Police Field Services

    4.5 Credits
    Offered: ONLINE

    This course is an analysis of the duties, extent of authority, and responsibilities of the uniformed patrol officer. It outlines rationales for the patrol philosophy and practices and presents accepted field techniques and their practical applications.

    Prerequisites: (1) CRIM 1010   must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CRIM 2220 - Correctional Client

    4.5 Credits
    This class offers a unique opportunity to examine the different populations behind bars (e.g. chronically and mentally ill, homosexual, illegal immigrants, veterans, radicalized inmates, etc.), as well as their needs and the corresponding impediments for rehabilitation and reintegration. Also discussed is the legal and ethical issues surrounding the incarceration and treatment of offenders with special needs and how correctional officers have responded to the changing prison population. 

    Prerequisites: (1) CRIM 1010   must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CRIM 2260 - Criminal Investigation

    4.5 Credits
    Offered: ONLINE

    This course introduces criminal investigation procedures and reviews historical development and investigative processes related to law enforcement functions. Topics include proper collection, organization, and preservation of evidence using basic investigative tools; examination of primary sources of information; analysis of the importance of writing skills; and review of the constitutional (legal) limitations of the investigation.

    Prerequisites: (1) CRIM 1010  must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CRIM 2300 - Community Relations

    4.5 Credits
    Offered: ONLINE

    This course examines the traditional and current problems that inhibit understanding among all segments of the criminal justice system and the public. It explores methods of creating understanding and confidence by using various means of communication.

    Prerequisites: (1) CRIM 1010  must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CRIM 2310 - Rules of Evidence

    4.5 Credits
    Offered: ONLINE

    This course emphasizes the concept of evidence and rules governing its admissibility. It covers theoretical and pragmatic considerations of constitutional requirements affecting evidence and procedure.

    Prerequisites: (1) CRIM 1010  must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CRIM 2320 - Correctional Facilities

    4.5 Credits
    Offered: ONLINE

    This course discusses various case studies and research in an effort to present balanced and comprehensive coverage of prisons and prisoners. The course examines the many purposes of prisons, punishment deterrence, rehabilitation, and incapacitation as well as many controversial issues regarding prisons.

    Prerequisites: (1) CRIM 1010  must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CRIM 2330 - Introduction to Forensic Crime Scene Investigation

    4.5 Credits
    Offered: ONLINE

    This course provides an overview of the basic concepts of forensic crime scene investigations. The course reviews the basic principles used by crime scene investigators. Topics include protecting the crime scene as a first responder, processing and establishing evidence, and understanding personnel disciplines that aid in the investigation to include special physical evidence handling.

    Prerequisites: (1) CRIM 1010  must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CRIM 2400 - Introduction to Homeland Security

    4.5 Credits
    Offered: ONLINE

    This course focuses on the impact of the war on terrorism upon individuals, society, and the government. It examines how the war on terrorism affected first responders, how it transformed local and state governmental planning, and how it defined a new relationship between state and federal government. The course explores changes in the American prospective on constitutional rights, the capacity of the government and the criminal justice system to respond to international acts of terrorism, and how to keep America safe.

    Prerequisites: (1) CRIM 1010  must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CRIM 2900 - Special Topics in Criminal Justice

    4.5 Credits
    This course permits instruction in special content areas not included in other courses in the Criminal Justice program.

    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CRIM 2960 - Internship

    Variable Credits
    The internship is a legal agreement between the College and public or private criminal justice agencies to provide hands-on training for students. Students, the job site supervisor, a faculty monitor, and the academic dean agree to written goals and objectives as well as evaluation criteria. The Criminal Justice program faculty are responsible for providing a list of criminal justice agencies that accept students for internship positions during the academic program year. All initial internship program arrangements between the intern, the College, and the criminal justice agency are coordinated by the criminal justice faculty. Should students elect to use their own jobs as intern sites, they must perform and be evaluated at positions to which they are not regularly assigned. Based on state guidelines, students must complete 160 hours.

    Prerequisites: (3) Completion of at least 30.0 quarter hours within the program; 3.0 GPA; and instructor approval must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: Variable Lab: 0 Cr: Variable


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Critical Facilities Operations
  

  • CFOT 1000 - Introduction to Critical Facilities

    4.5 Credits
    Offered: ONLINE HYBRID

    This course provides students with an overview of the function, design, and operation of critical facilities. Students identify the purpose and nature of critical facilities, the functions of various critical systems, and the role of technicians/operators in maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing the performance of the interrelated critical systems.

    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • CFOT 2980 - Critical Facilities Capstone

    4 Credits
    Offered: ONLINE HYBRID

    This course gives students the opportunity to integrate the skills and knowledge acquired throughout the Critical Facilities Operations (CFOAS)  program. Students complete a specific hands-on project. This course is the final course students should take for the Critical Facilities Operations (CFOAS)  program.

    Prerequisites: (1) Instructor approval must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4 Lab: 0 Cr: 4


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Diesel Technology
  

  • DESL 130U - Commercial Learner’s Permit

    1 Credits
    Offered: ONLINE

    Students prepare for and successfully complete the Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) examination at the Department of Motor Vehicles.

    Prerequisites: Students must hold a valid driver’s license. Non-native English speakers must demonstrate English proficiency. Students taking ESL Accuplacer test must obtain a score of 70 or above in Reading and 86 or above in Listening. must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Pre/Corequisite: Students are enrolled in a course of study that may require a CDL.
    Lec: 1 Lab: 0 Cr: 1


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  • DESL 131U - CDL Training for Utility Line

    3.5 Credits
    This training course covers the basic study requirements for non-vehicle activities in CDL (Commercial Drivers License) training in addition to preparing for the required backing, driving and vehicle inspection skills. Topics include safe driving, vehicle inspections and components, CDL endorsements, control (shifting, driving, backing), and understanding FMCS Regulations. This program is designed to prepare students to complete the required Class A CDL written tests at the DMV. Upon successful completion of this program, students receive a certificate of completion and are qualified to test at the DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) for a CDL Class A license. Upon successful testing at the DMV, students are issued a CDL Class A license from the DMV that assists them in qualifying for employment as a utility lineman.

    Prerequisites: (4) Currently enrolled in Utility Line program; hold current driver’s license in state of residence; current DOT physical and drug screen; obtain current CDL Learner’s permit. must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 3 Lab: 1.5 Cr: 3.5


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  • DESL 1000 - Diesel Preventive Maintenance

    4 Credits
    Offered: HYBRID

    This course is the study of truck and equipment preventive maintenance and inspection. Focus is on shop tools, equipment, and practices to start a career in diesel technology. Note: This course must be completed with a C or above to progress further with many other Diesel Technology courses.

    Lec: 2 Lab: 6 Cr: 4


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  • DESL 1040 - Generator Theory

    6 Credits
    Offered: HYBRID

    Students study permanent magnet induction and synchronous ac generators while learning diagnosis and troubleshooting skills. (Formerly UTIL 1040)

    Prerequisites: (3) UTIL 1020 , DESL 1000  and DESL 1210  all with a grade of C or better must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4 Lab: 6 Cr: 6


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  • DESL 1200 - Fundamentals of Hydraulics

    4 Credits
    Offered: HYBRID

    This course is the study of basic principles relating to hydraulic systems and component identification. Activities involving schematic usage and symbol identification enhance students’ diagnostic skills.

    Prerequisites: (1) DESL 1000  with a grade of C or better
    Lec: 2 Lab: 6 Cr: 4


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  • DESL 1210 - Electricity and Electronics

    6 Credits
    Offered: HYBRID

    This course presents electrical principles and basic introductory electronics used in the diesel technology career field for service of medium-duty truck, heavy-duty truck, heavy equipment, and power generation applications. Theory, operation, and testing of common systems are investigated with MCC hands-on trainers and live work.

    Prerequisites: (1) DESL 1000  with a grade of C or better must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Pre/Corequisite: (1) DESL 1200 with a C or better
    Recommended: MATH 1240 with a minimum grade of C or better
    Lec: 4 Lab: 6 Cr: 6


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  • DESL 1220 - Advanced Diesel Hydraulics

    6 Credits
    Offered: HYBRID

    Students study hydraulic systems that are used on heavy equipment that relates closely to systems used on medium- and light-duty construction and utility equipment.

    Prerequisites: (2) DESL 1000  and DESL 1200  both with a C or better must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4 Lab: 6 Cr: 6


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  • DESL 1230 - Diesel Engine Fundamentals

    4 Credits
    Offered: HYBRID

    This course is the study of diesel engine principles and component identification. Students gain knowledge through lecture and entry-level hands-on engine assembly and disassembly.

    Pre/Corequisite: (1) DESL 1000  with a grade of C or better
    Lec: 2 Lab: 6 Cr: 4


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  • DESL 1290 - CDL Pre-Permit

    1.0 Credits
    Students prepare for state official exams for a Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP).  Students explore the various areas of the general knowledge, air brakes, and combination vehicle portions of the exam. Students must pass these tests in order to obtain the Commercial Learner’s Permits: Class A or Class B.  Students are introduced to commercial vehicles, safety regulations, and vehicle inspections and will identify the license that fits with their desired job goal. 

    Prerequisites: Students must hold a valid driver’s license.  Non-native English speakers must demonstrate English proficiency.  Students taking the ESL Accuplacer test must obtain a score of 70 or above in Reading and 86 or above in Listening prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 1.0 Lab: 0.0 Cr: 1.0


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  • DESL 1300 - Class A CDL Driver Training

    10.5 Credits
    Students learn the safety fundamentals, essential regulatory requirements (i.e., overview of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations/hazardous materials (HM) regulations), and trainee responsibilities not directly related to driving. This unit also covers the ramifications and driver disqualification provisions and fines for non-compliance with the various sections of the regulations including Parts 380, 382, 383, 387, and 390-399. This unit also includes an overview of the applicability of State and local laws relating to the safe operation of the CMV, stopping at weigh stations/scales, hazard awareness of vehicle size and weight limitations, low clearance areas (e.g., CMV height restrictions), and bridge formulas.

    Lec: 10.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 10.5


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  • DESL 1300L - Class A CDL Road Training

    4 Credits
    Students learn to identify basic CMV instruments and controls and how to properly perform vehicle inspections, control the motion of CMVs under various road and traffic conditions and shifting and backing techniques, and couple and uncouple combination vehicles. During the off-street driving exercises, trainees familiarize themselves with the basic operating characteristics of a CMV. Trainees must be able to perform the skills to a level of competency required to permit safe on-street driving.

    Prerequisites: (1) DESL 1300 
    Pre/Corequisite: (3) DOT physical; DOT drug screen; and valid Class A Commercial Learner’s permit from state of residence
    Lec: 0 Lab: 12 Cr: 4


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  • DESL 1303 - CDL Class A with O Restriction

    6.5 Credits
    Students learn the skills needed to safely drive a Class A with O Restriction vehicle.  Upon completion, students can take a state CDL Class A with O Restriction examination.

    Prerequisites: DOT physical; DOT drug screen; and valid Class A with O Restriction Commercial Learner’s Permit from state of residence. Non-native English speakers must demonstrate English proficiency. Students taking the ESL Accuplacer test must obtain a score of 70 or above in Reading and 86 or above in Listening must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 6.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 6.5


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  • DESL 1304 - CDL Class A with E Restriction

    6.0 Credits
    Students learn to identify basic Commercial Motor Vehicle instruments and controls and how to properly perform vehicle inspections, control the motion of CMVs under various road and traffic conditions and shifting and backing techniques, and couple and uncouple combination vehicles. During the off-street driving exercises, students familiarize themselves with the basic operating characteristics of a CMV. Students must be able to perform the skills to a level of competency required to permit safe on-street driving.

    Prerequisites: DOT physical; DOT drug screen; and valid Class A with E Restriction Commercial Learner’s permit from state of residence. 
    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 4.5 Cr: 6.0


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  • DESL 1305 - Class B CDL Driver Training

    5.5 Credits
    Students learn the skills needed to safely drive a Class B vehicle. Upon completion, students can take a state CDL Class B examination.

    Prerequisites: (1) DESL 1290   or Commercial Learner’s Permit. 

    Note: Non-native English speakers must demonstrate English proficiency. Students taking the ESL Accuplacer test must obtain a score of 70 or above in Reading and 86 or above in Listening - must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 5.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 5.5


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  • DESL 1620 - Climate Control/Heating and Air Conditioning

    4 Credits
    Offered: HYBRID

    This course is the study of diesel heating, air conditioning, and support systems in-depth. Students troubleshoot and make repairs in the shop with a variety of trucks and equipment.

    Prerequisites: (1) DESL 1210  must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 2 Lab: 6 Cr: 4


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  • DESL 2040 - Power Generator Applications

    6 Credits
    Students study the specific application of stand-by and emergency power generation. This course covers theory and diagnostic applications. 

    Prerequisites: DESL 1000  , DESL 1040 , DESL 1210   and UTIL 1020   - all must be completed with a C or better prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4 Lab: 6 Cr: 6


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  • DESL 2100 - Heavy Duty Drivetrain

    4 Credits
    Offered: HYBRID

    This course is the study of medium- and heavy-duty truck clutches, transmissions, drivelines, and differentials. Focus is on operation, repair, and maintenance of these systems.

    Pre/Corequisite: (1) DESL 1000  with a grade of C or better
    Lec: 2 Lab: 6 Cr: 4


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  • DESL 2110 - Heavy Equipment Drivetrain

    6 Credits
    Offered: HYBRID

    Students study heavy equipment traction drives, brake systems, differentials, and their steering systems along with track and suspension systems.

    Prerequisites: (1) DESL 1000  with a C or better must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4 Lab: 6 Cr: 6


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  • DESL 2120 - Automatic and Automated Drivetrains

    3 Credits
    Offered: HYBRID

    Students learn to analyze codes, diagnose problems, rebuild, repair, and properly maintain Allison automatic and other automated shift truck drivetrains in a professional setting.

    Prerequisites: (3) DESL 1000 , DESL 1210  and DESL 2100  for Truck Option students or DESL 2110  for Heavy Equipment Option students all with a C or better must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 1 Lab: 6 Cr: 3


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  • DESL 2150 - Truck ABS and Brakes

    4 Credits
    Offered: HYBRID

    This course with professional lab presentations studies, analyzes, and repairs ABS systems on both medium- and heavy-duty trucks. Students learn to repair, rebuild, and maintain air brake systems through lab experiences in wheel-end repair and maintenance.

    Pre/Corequisite: (2) DESL 1000 , DESL 1200  with a grade of C or better
    Lec: 2 Lab: 6 Cr: 4


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  • DESL 2200 - Steering and Suspension

    4 Credits
    Offered: HYBRID

    This course is a study of heavy-duty truck steering and suspension systems. Students learn to repair, align, and maintain these systems.

    Prerequisites: (1) DESL 1000  with a grade of C or better must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Pre/Corequisite: (1) Take DESL 1200  with a grade of C or better
    Lec: 2 Lab: 6 Cr: 4


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  • DESL 2211 - Fuel Operating Systems

    4 Credits
    Students gain hands-on experience and understanding of hydromechanical injection and electronic control of diesel fuel systems used in modern diesel engines. This course provides the students with professional vocabulary terms and skills needed to repair sophisticated electronics and computerized circuits on diesel engine components.

    Prerequisites: (4) DESL 1000  , DESL 1200 , DESL 1210 , and DESL 1230  with a C or better -  must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 2 Lab: 6 Cr: 4


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  • DESL 2215 - Diesel Generator Controls

    3 Credits
    Offered: HYBRID

    Students study the electronic and mechanical governor controllers and their inputs for both diesel and alternative fueled generator engines.

    Prerequisites: (4) DESL 1000 , DESL 1040 , DESL 1210 , and DESL 1230   must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Pre/Corequisite: (1) DESL 2211  
    Lec: 2 Lab: 3 Cr: 3


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  • DESL 2220 - Diesel Engine Diagnostics

    4 Credits
    Offered: HYBRID

    This course focuses on diagnosing and troubleshooting electronic diesel engines. Students gain knowledge through the use of the latest diagnostic equipment and hands-on practice.

    Prerequisites: (2) DESL 1230  and DESL 2211   must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 2 Lab: 6 Cr: 4


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  • DESL 2230 - Diesel Engine Rebuild

    4 Credits
    Students learn to do both in-chassis and out-of-chassis diesel engine rebuilds.

    Prerequisites: (1) DESL 1230  with a grade of C or better or verifiable experience must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Pre/Corequisite: (1) DESL 2211  with a grade of C or better or verifiable experience
    Lec: 1 Lab: 9 Cr: 4


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  • DESL 2240 - Emissions and Maintenance

    3 Credits
    Offered: HYBRID

    This course is the study of today’s newest emission control systems and engine maintenance. Focus is on how to tune-up and maintain the latest diesel engine after-treatment systems.

    Prerequisites: (1) DESL 2220  with a grade of C or better must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 1 Lab: 6 Cr: 3


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  • DESL 2250 - Field Service Maintenance

    6 Credits
    Offered: HYBRID

    This course refines the safety, productivity, and situational awareness that is required of professional technicians doing field service in the heavy equipment, power generation, and construction utility trades.

    Prerequisites: (3) DESL 1220 , DESL 2110  and valid Class B or A CDL must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4 Lab: 6 Cr: 6


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  • DESL 2301 - CDL Skills Certification Testing

    1 Credits
    Students wishing to obtain their Commercial Driver License are required to pass a series of skills tests in order to achieve CDL certification. This course gives those students three opportunities to complete this qualification. MCC CDL Faculty are certified by the State of Nebraska to administer these tests. Tests must be passed in the order presented.

    Prerequisites: (1) DESL 131U ; DESL 1300 ; or DESL 2310  must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 0 Lab: 3 Cr: 1


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  • DESL 2310 - CDL for Diesel Technicians

    5.5 Credits
    Entry-level diesel technicians learn the skills necessary to pass the Department of Motor Vehicles test required to obtain a Class-A commercial driver’s license. Students learn to safely operate a Class-A commercial motor vehicle (CMV). Topics include CMV regulations, basic control, air brakes, vehicle inspection, combination vehicle backing and driving, operating practices and procedures, fatigue and awareness, driver distraction, shifting, speed and space management, hazard perception, alcohol and drug regulations, and emergency maneuvers. Graduates are eligible to take the state of Nebraska CDL skills testing upon completion.

    Prerequisites: (5) Completion of 25.0 credit hours in the Diesel Technology program, DOT Physical, DOT Drug Screen, Class-A Learners Permit, and instructor approval. must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 4 Lab: 4.5 Cr: 5.5


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  • DESL 2900 - Special Topics in Diesel Technology

    Variable Credits
    This course permits instruction in special content areas not included in other courses in the Diesel Technology program.

    Prerequisites: (1) Instructor approval must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: Variable Lab: 0 Cr: Variable


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  • DESL 2980 - On-the-Job Training/Work Externship

    6 Credits
    This course gives students an opportunity to review with a CDL instructor the driving skills learned during the students’ first weeks of employment. This also allows for additional instruction by a CDL instructor if required. Students must complete at least 240 hours of instruction with a mentor in order to receive credit for this course. Application for On-the-Job Training/Work Externship must be approved by the program faculty.

    Prerequisites: (2) DESL 1300L  and application approved by program faculty must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 0 Lab: 21.8 Cr: 6


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  • DESL 2981 - Diesel Internship I

    8 Credits
    This internship gives students the needed experience to advance their skills while working with a qualified mentor in a diesel repair shop or dealership. The experience provides students with the opportunity to practice their skills in real-life work situations. Applications for internships must be approved by program faculty.

    Prerequisites: (1) Instructor approval must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 0 Lab: 29.1 Cr: 8


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  • DESL 2982 - Diesel Internship II

    8 Credits
    This second internship gives advanced students the experience necessary to acquire and be successful in a job in a diesel repair shop or dealership. Applications for this internship must be approved by program faculty.

    Prerequisites: (2) DESL 2981  and instructor approval must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Pre/Corequisite: (1) DESL 2230 
    Lec: 0 Lab: 29.1 Cr: 8


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  • DESL 2983 - Diesel Internship III

    4 Credits
    This internship gives students a real experience in the diesel trade and solidly instills previously learned college classroom material while opening future employment opportunities.

    Prerequisites: (1) Instructor approval must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 0 Lab: 14.5 Cr: 4


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  • DESL 2984 - Diesel Internship IV

    4 Credits
    This internship is used to complete diesel technology students’ degrees by providing a second level of hands-on learning in the real-work environment.

    Prerequisites: (1) Current Class B CDL with air brake endorsement or Class A CDL with no restrictions must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 0 Lab: 14.5 Cr: 4


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  • DESL 2985 - Heavy Equipment Internship

    8 Credits
    This internship gives advanced students the experience necessary to acquire and be successful in a job in a heavy equipment diesel repair shop or dealership. Applications for this internship must be approved by program faculty.

    Prerequisites: (3) DESL 1200 ; successful completion of 20 credit hours of Diesel Technology; and instructor approval must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Pre/Corequisite: (2) DESL 1302 or a current CDL license; and DESL 2230  
    Lec: 0 Lab: 29.1 Cr: 8


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Design, Interactivity, and Media Arts
  

  • DIMA 1110 - Digital Design: Raster

    4.5 Credits
    This course explores the visual and technical aspects of digital drawing and design using raster (resolution dependent) applications. Students acquire a basic understanding of computer graphics tools, menu functions and technical vocabulary through a series of exercises that explore the process of creative problem-solving and the theories and principles of drawing and design.

    Lec: 3.5 Lab: 3 Cr: 4.5


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  • DIMA 1120 - Digital Design: Vector

    4.5 Credits
    This course focuses on the visual and technical processes of digital design using vector (resolution independent) applications and includes experience with raster/bitmap software. Students learn a vector software application through a series of exercises and projects that explore creative problem-solving while applying graphic design theory and principles.

    Lec: 3.5 Lab: 3 Cr: 4.5


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  • DIMA 1200 - Illustration I

    4.5 Credits
    This course covers the major movements in illustration. It also emphasizes media variety and techniques related to technical and pictorial illustration.

    Prerequisites: (4) ARTS 1010 ; ARTS 1020 ; DIMA 1110 ; and DIMA 1120  must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 3.5 Lab: 3 Cr: 4.5


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  • DIMA 1220 - Character, Narrative, and Storyboard Development

    4.5 Credits
    This course explores the basic principles of film structure and animation through observation, concept, narrative development, character design, and storyboard creation. It emphasizes the practice of drawing as a communication process to visualize stories that work as strong animation. Central activities include collaboration, brainstorming, oral presentation, and critiques.

    Prerequisites: (1) ARTS 1010  must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 3.5 Lab: 3 Cr: 4.5


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  • DIMA 1230 - Drawing for Electronic Media

    4.5 Credits
    This course emphasizes the concepts and processes involved with drawing directly into the computer. Using a digitizing pen and interactive LCD display as the primary tool and bitmap and vector applications as the primary medium, students explore form and space through direct and indirect observation. Areas of emphasis include perspective, the human figure and motion. Drawing the human form in space and motion prepares the students for sequential art and animation and further develops essential drawing and design skills. Traditional drawing tools, materials, and practices are incorporated.

    Prerequisites: (2) DIMA 1110 ; DIMA 1120  must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 3.5 Lab: 3 Cr: 4.5


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  • DIMA 1240 - Character Design 1

    4.5 Credits
    Offered: HYBRID

    This course is designed to teach the techniques for producing character designs through the creative process of drawing. Students develop the understanding of the basic principles of character design including clarity, shape variation, expression, contrast, and story.

    Prerequisites: (3) ARTS 1010 ; DIMA 1110 ; and DIMA 1120  must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 3.5 Lab: 3 Cr: 4.5


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  • DIMA 1305 - Concept Development

    4.5 Credits
    This course provides a basic introduction to graphic design. It emphasizes creative problem-solving through the use of thumbnail and rough sketches.

    Lec: 3.5 Lab: 3 Cr: 4.5


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  • DIMA 1310 - Typography I

    4.5 Credits
    This course introduces type history, terminology, specifications, and design. Students apply fundamental criteria to select and use typefaces and fonts.

    Prerequisites: (1) DIMA 1120  must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 3.5 Lab: 3 Cr: 4.5


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  • DIMA 1315 - Graphic Design Basics

    4.5 Credits
    This course focuses on using raster, vector and layout programs according to graphic design professional standards. Students learn basic design and compositional principles necessary for all graphic design classes.

    Lec: 3.5 Lab: 3 Cr: 4.5


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  • DIMA 1320 - History of Graphic Design

    4.5 Credits
    This course covers the major developments and advancements in graphic design from the mid-15th century to the 21st century.

    Prerequisites: (1) DIMA 1310  must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 3.5 Lab: 3 Cr: 4.5


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  • DIMA 1325 - Layout

    4.5 Credits
    Students combine typography and imagery to create one-page, multi-panel, basic multi-page, and large-format layouts.

    Prerequisites: (3) DIMA 1305 ; DIMA 1310 ; and DIMA 1315  must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 3.5 Lab: 3 Cr: 4.5


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  • DIMA 1400 - Game Design Fundamentals

    4.5 Credits
    This course explores the practice and theory of interactive art. Students study the history of both analog and digital games and pursue the creative possibilities of interaction and play-based systems.

    Lec: 3.5 Lab: 3 Cr: 4.5


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  • DIMA 1410 - 2-D Animation and Compositing I

    4.5 Credits
    Students explore animation compositing software and techniques as they create 2-D animation using traditional cell techniques and computer-based 2-D animation programs. This course strengthens drawing skills, provides experience with collaborative production, and increases knowledge of animation concepts.

    Prerequisites: (2) DIMA 1220  and ARTS 1010   must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 3.5 Lab: 3 Cr: 4.5


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  • DIMA 1411 - History of Animation

    4.5 Credits
    This course surveys the major developments in film animation from its beginnings to the present day. Students acquire an understanding of the different styles and evolution of animation as an art form and as a means of visual communication that reflects both social and historical contexts.

    Lec: 4.5 Lab: 0 Cr: 4.5


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  • DIMA 1450 - Design for Motion Graphics I

    4.5 Credits
    Students explore visual design concepts related to motion graphics. Adobe After Effects is the primary software and Photoshop introduced to compose still images, live-action video, and animation for television, film, web, and mobile devices. This course provides the student with the necessary technical software applications to produce title sequences, station identification, key-frame animation, and info-graphics.

    Lec: 3.5 Lab: 3 Cr: 4.5


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  • DIMA 1455 - Introduction to Stop-Motion Animation

    4.5 Credits
    This course explores the art of movement and visual art concepts through the techniques of stop-motion animation and provides a thorough understanding of stop-motion fundamentals. Students produce all animations using a DSLR camera, stop-motion, and basic audio software. The course addresses lighting techniques, including Claymation, puppet-model-making, cut-out animation, lip-syncing, and backgrounds/environments. Recommended readings, lectures, and demonstrations provide the critical skills to study a variety of stop-motion films screened in the course. Students produce a stop-motion short for their final project.

    Lec: 3.5 Lab: 3 Cr: 4.5


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  • DIMA 1500 - Web Design

    4.5 Credits
    Students learn the skills necessary to create original web graphics, media, and page designs using industry standard web design software applications and languages such as HTML and CSS. Students apply creative problem-solving skills and web design processes to plan, design and construct websites with emphasis on aesthetics, organization, client goals and audience expectations.

    Prerequisites: (2) DIMA 1310  and DIMA 1315  must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 3.5 Lab: 3 Cr: 4.5


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  • DIMA 1510 - Interactive 2-D Design I

    4.5 Credits
    This course teaches the concepts and techniques necessary to design and produce interactive projects that include computer graphics and animation and desktop video. Students apply design elements and principles, animation, and interactive objects using interactive software.

    Prerequisites: (1) DIMA 1120  must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 3.5 Lab: 3 Cr: 4.5


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  • DIMA 1520 - UI/UX

    4.5 Credits
    Students learn user research and design techniques so they can create an optimal web presence for a wide array of industries and customers. Utilizing these techniques and the application of user interface fundamentals, students will create industry standard UX design deliverables, a component library, and final responsive website mockups.

    Prerequisites: (1) DIMA 1500   must be completed prior to taking this course.
    Lec: 3.5 Lab: 3 Cr: 4.5


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