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ACCOUNTING

Muscatine Community College

ACC-146 Managerial Accounting (3 cr.) P AS

Prerequisite:ACC-142
239619MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-02:20PMMWLARS72 Staff
This course emphasizes financial statement analysis, including the reporting of cash flows, and managerial accounting as it relates to decision-making and to the manufacturing environment. This course serves as a foundation for other accounting courses for students planning careers in accounting, as well as providing for the needs for students in business administration.

AGRICULTURE (Farm Management/Agribusiness Management)

Muscatine Community College

AGA-182 Intro to Soil Science (3 cr.) VT

240663MLL0101/19/27-04/02/2712:40PM-02:50PMMWSTRA61 Dieckman
This course will help student understand soil function, texture, structure, formation, taxonomy, and other properties of soil. The course goals include using the principles and concepts learned to find soil science information, solve soil management problems, and communicate solutions to others.

AGA-285 Crop Protection (3 cr.) VT

240664MEH0101/19/27-04/02/2712:40PM-02:30PMTRGAEK114 Mairet
NOTE: This section combines in-person classes with online work. Students attend some sessions on campus and complete additional coursework through Canvas.
This course introduces students to the safe handling and use of agricultural chemicals; the biology of weed, insect, and disease pests in production agriculture; the control of weed, insect, and disease pests in production agriculture through integrated pest management practices; the maximum use of all economic resources as they relate to agricultural pest controls; the development of philosophies to protect the environment, and federal and state laws regarding the use of pesticides. Students will take the state pesticide applicators exam upon completion of this course. Residents of states other than Iowa should be able to successfully complete those equivalent requirements in those states.

AGA-349 Fertilizers (1.5 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:AGA-182
240644MLL0102/22/27-04/02/2711:00AM-11:55AMMTWRFGAEK101 Dieckman
This course will provide an overview of different types of fertilizer materials, the economical and efficient use of lime and fertilizer materials, and the impact of lime and fertilizer materials on the environment with practical application to production. Agriculture and horticulture soil and fertilizer management will also be discussed.

AGA-390 Intro to Renewable Resources (3 cr.) VT

240645MLL0101/19/27-04/02/2710:00AM-10:55AMMTWRFGAEK101 Dieckman
This course will provide an overview of soil, water, plants, and animals as renewable natural resources in an ecosystem context. The history and organization of resource management and concepts of integrated resource management will be covered.

AGA-901 Seed Science (1.5 cr.) VT

240646MLL0102/22/27-04/02/2709:00AM-09:55AMMTWRGAEK101 Dieckman
The biology of monocotyledonous and dicotyledonous seeds and seedlings, germination and seedling establishment, germination testing, certification, seed laws, seed purity and quality, variety selection, inoculation and seed treatments will be discussed.

AGB-108 Human Relations I (1.5 cr.) VT

240647MLL0101/19/27-02/19/2708:50AM-09:55AMMTWRGAEK101 Dieckman
This course is designed to help the student prepare for employment, satisfactory work performance, coworker relations, employer-employee relations, work habits and attitudes, and the procedures for applying and interviewing for a job.

AGB-231 Futures and Options (1.5 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:AGC-861
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Principles of futures market operations, terminology, contract specifications and charting of trends will be discussed in this course. Hedging and how it fits in farm operations will be also be discussed.

AGB-235 Introduction to Agriculture Ma (3 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:AGB-231 or consent of instructor.
240648MEH0101/19/27-04/02/2712:30PM-01:35PMTRGAEK101 Dieckman
NOTE: This section combines in-person classes with online work. Students attend some sessions on campus and complete additional coursework through Canvas.
This course focuses on the futures market and how it can be used as a marketing tool. Major areas of study include hedging, speculation, price forecasting, spreading, and technical and fundamental analysis. The use of commodity futures options as an economic marketing tool will be covered.

AGB-305 Agricultural Law (1.5 cr.) VT

240649MLL0101/19/27-02/19/2711:00AM-11:55AMMTWRFGAEK101 Dieckman
This course is a study of torts, restrictions on the use and ownership of property, water rights, fence issues, employer-employee relationships, forms of business ownership and structure, leasing and renting, estate planning, and contract law as it relates to production agribusiness.

AGB-336 Agricultural Selling (3 cr.) VT

240650MLL0101/19/27-04/02/2708:00AM-08:55AMMTWRFGAEK112 Ewers
This course teaches principles of selling with application to agricultural and food related businesses. In this course, we will review attitudes, value systems, and behavioral patterns that relate to agricultural sales and customer buying behaviors. We will implement marketing and selling strategies and prepare for sales calls. Students will demonstrate sales presentations, handle objections, and close sales, while also analyzing the buying or purchasing process and evaluating the agri-selling profession.

AGC-918 Seminar I (1 cr.) VT

240658MLL0101/19/27-04/02/2708:30AM-09:50AMFTBA Dieckman
This course is designed to offer the student an?opportunity to present and discuss current topics,?problems, ideas and questions pertaining to the?agricultural industry. Instructors will guide?discussions and attempt to provide conclusions and?develop attitudes conducive to successful?agriculture business management. A major portion?of each seminar course is devoted to the?educational programming and leadership activities?of ag student organizations and career?exploration. This the first of two sequential?courses.

AGC-919 Seminar II (1 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:AGC-918
240659MLL0101/19/27-04/02/2701:40PM-02:30PMMWGAEK112 Ewers
This course is designed to offer the student an?opportunity to present and discuss current topics,?problems, ideas and questions pertaining to the?agricultural industry. Instructors will guide?discussions and attempt to provide conclusions and?develop attitudes conducive to successful?agriculture business management. A major portion?of each Seminar course is devoted to the?educational programming and leadership activities?of ag student organizations and career?exploration. This is the second of two sequential?courses.

AGP-243 Precision Agricultural Apps (3 cr.) VT

240654MLL0101/19/27-04/02/2710:00AM-10:55AMMTWRFGAEK112 Ewers
This introductory course is designed to help retail students assist agricultural producers to become more profitable and preserve non-renewable resources, identify computer hardware and software needs, and to make recommendations to producers based on agronomic and economic data. This course will concentrate on the theories and applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Site Specific Farming (SSF), Precision Farming (PF) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) and will explore various tools for Variable Rate Technology (VRT) and Variable Rate Application (VRA). Utilization of remote sensing data as a diagnostic tool for managerial decisions will be emphasized.

AGS-119 Advanced Animal Science (2 cr.) VT

240655MLL0101/19/27-04/02/2712:45PM-01:30PMMTWRGAEK112 Ewers
This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of the practices, management programs, labor requirements, reproduction programs, gestation periods, sanitation, health, and disease control concerns of livestock management. The student will also gain background knowledge needed to comprehensively advise livestock producers on livestock production enterprises.

AGS-315 Prin of Animal Nutrition (3 cr.) VT

240656MLL0101/19/27-04/02/2711:00AM-11:55AMMTWRFGAEK112 Ewers
This course is a study of the digestive systems of farm livestock, the basic food nutrients, how and why they are needed by the animals, and the individual nutrient requirements of each farm animal depending on the stage of growth, development, or function. This course also covers topics such as selection of feeds for feeding farm animals and the procedures used to determine what feeds to use. Students will select the proper feed rations to use and learn to formulate balanced feed rations.

AGS-554 Beef Production (3 cr.) VT

240657MLL0101/19/27-04/02/2709:00AM-09:55AMMTWRFGAEK112 Ewers
This course is designed to prepare the student to be successful in the field of beef production. Emphasis is on beef cattle breeding and cow-calf operations in part one and nutrition and herd health in part two. Topics in beef cattle breeding, selection, ration planning, sire evaluation, and approved management practices relevant to Midwest operations. Topics in cow-calf operation include cow-calf production records, breed selection, reproduction, economics and marketing and feed processing.

AGRICULTURE - VETERINARY

Muscatine Community College

AGV-127 Animal Anat & Physiology II (4 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:A minimum grade of C in AGV-118.
240548MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2710:10AM-11:40AMMALCHNI Drahos
MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2701:00PM-02:30PMMALCHNI Drahos
MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2709:40AM-11:40AMTSTRA43 Drahos
This course is a continuation of AGV 118?Animal Anatomy and Physiology I. It includes a more detailed look at the gross anatomy and physiology of the various organ systems including the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, nervous, endocrine, urinary, and reproductive systems. It includes a more detailed look at the sense organs, pregnancy, development, and lactation, as well as avian and exotic anatomy and physiology.

AGV-131 Clinical Technology II (3 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:A minimum grade of C in AGV-119 and AGV-130.
240549MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2708:00AM-10:00AMMALCHNI Cromer
MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2702:40PM-04:40PMMALCLAB Cromer
240550MLL0201/19/27-05/14/2708:00AM-10:00AMMALCHNI Cromer
MLL0201/19/27-05/14/2702:30PM-04:30PMTALCLAB Cromer
This course is a continuation of AGV-130, which?will build on more extensive nursing care.?Students will learn different techniques that are?critical in wound management, diagnostic sampling,?and neonatal care.

AGV-133 Veterinary Clinic Pathology I (3 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:A minimum grade of C in AGV-118, AGV-119, and AGV-130.
240562MLL0101/19/27-03/12/2701:00PM-02:00PMRALCHNI Cromer
MLL0101/19/27-03/12/2709:00AM-10:00AMFALCHNI Cromer
MLL0101/19/27-03/12/2710:00AM-12:00PMFALCLAB Cromer
MLL0103/22/27-05/14/2709:00AM-10:00AMWALCHNI Cromer
MLL0103/22/27-05/14/2710:00AM-12:00PMWALCHNI Cromer
MLL0103/22/27-05/14/2711:00AM-12:00PMRALCHNI Cromer
This course will introduce students to the veterinary laboratory. Students will learn the techniques used to identify the various forms of microorganisms including bacteria, viruses, and fungi that cause illness. Students will learn culture technique as well as sensitivity testing to determine antibiotics of choice for these organisms. Various animal internal and external parasites, their life cycles, and methods of detection will be taught. Students will learn history, terminology, equipment, structure, and classification of the various veterinary organisms. Students will be acquainted with the microscope, laboratory facility, and various preparation techniques available.

AGV-146 Large Animal Care (3 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:A minimum grade of C in AGV-118, AGV-119, and AGV-130.
240583MLL0101/19/27-03/12/2701:00PM-02:30PMTALCHNI Drahos
MLL0101/19/27-03/12/2702:00PM-02:30PMRALCHNI Drahos
MLL0101/19/27-03/12/2702:30PM-04:30PMRALCLAB Drahos
MLL0103/22/27-05/14/2701:00PM-02:30PMTALCHNI Drahos
MLL0103/22/27-05/14/2701:00PM-01:30PMRALCHNI Drahos
MLL0103/22/27-05/14/2701:30PM-03:30PMRALCLAB Drahos
This course will provide students with information regarding the large animal industry, management, and husbandry. Emphasis will be on diseases and common clinical procedures including restraint, diagnostic testing, bandaging, surgery and anesthesia, fluid therapy, medical nursing, and euthanasia and necropsy.

AGV-159 Surgical Nursing (3 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:A minimum grade of C in AGV-134, AGV-140, AGV-232, and AGV-248.; AGV-170
240599MLL8101/19/27-03/12/2708:00AM-12:00PMWALCLAB Cromer
MLL8101/19/27-03/12/2708:00AM-12:00PMRALCHNI Cromer
This course introduces students to the methods and mechanics of the sterilization process. The course covers the technicians role in the surgery room as well as patient preparation, sterile techniques, surgical instrument identification, pack preparation, and surgical nursing care.

AGV-170 Veterinary Anesthesiology (3 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:A minimum grade of C in AGV-134, AGV-140, AGV-232, and AGV-248.; AGV-159
240601MLL8101/19/27-03/12/2708:00AM-12:00PMTALCHNI Cromer
MLL8101/19/27-03/12/2712:00PM-04:00PMWALCLAB Cromer
This course involves the study of pharmacology, application of anesthetic agents, the physiological effects and means of monitoring them, principles and administration of inhalant anesthetics, and a broad overview of anesthetic protocol and care. Emphasis will be on anesthetic practical skills and anesthesia equipment.

AGV-933 Veterinary Tech Internship (6 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:A minimum grade of C in AGV-159, AGV-170, and consent of instructor.
240611MOS0101/19/27-05/14/2712:00PM-01:00PMTOFFMSITE Drahos
During the final semester of the Veterinary Technician?Program, each student will complete 250 hours of internship at an approved veterinary practice under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian. Successful completion of this course is required to graduate from the Veterinary Technology program.

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

Muscatine Community College

AUT-125 Career Exp in the Transp Indus (1 cr.) VT

239959MLL0101/19/27-01/29/2712:50PM-02:50PMMTWRMCAC45 Miller
This course will provide guidance in choosing a?career goal and preparing for employment in the?transportation industry. Emphasis will be placed?on identifying interests, abilities, and values,?and exploring options for careers. Students will?learn how to access labor market information and?employment trends. Additionally, students will?develop the skills and aptitudes necessary to?obtain employment in the Automotive and Diesel?industry, emphasizing the development of?characteristics with job success.

AUT-404 Automotive Suspension & Steer (4 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:Completion of or concurrent enrollment in AUT-115.
239965MLL9103/22/27-05/14/2712:50PM-01:40PMMTWRMCAC45 Miller, Miller
MLL9103/22/27-05/14/2701:40PM-03:20PMMTWRMCAC45 Miller, Miller
This course deals specifically with automobile suspension and steering systems. Specific skills needed for the development of competencies will be taught. Competencies are aimed for skills as an entry-level suspension and steering specialist.

AUT-614 Automotive Electrical I (3 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:Completion of or concurrent enrollment in AUT-606.
239966MLL8101/19/27-03/12/2708:30AM-09:30AMMTWRMCAC45 Miller, Miller
MLL8101/19/27-03/12/2709:30AM-10:30AMMTWRMCAC45 Miller, Miller
239960MLL0102/01/27-03/12/2712:50PM-02:05PMMTWRMCAC45 Miller, Miller
MLL0102/01/27-03/12/2702:05PM-03:20PMMTWRMCAC45 Miller, Miller
This course introduces the student to basic automotive battery, charging, and starting systems. The operating principles will be discussed during the lecture sessions. Lab sessions will be spent practicing testing, diagnosis, and repair.

BIOLOGY

Muscatine Community College

✓ BIO-114 General Biology IA (4 cr.) P AS

Prerequisite:Complete MAT-053, MAT-065, or HSC-137.; Students should have placement into ENG-105 or take ENG-095/ENG-105 concurrently with this course.
240923MEH0101/19/27-05/14/2708:20AM-10:20AMMSTRA55 Harrison
MEH0101/19/27-05/14/2708:20AM-10:20AMWSTRA55 Harrison
NOTE: This section combines in-person classes with online work. Students attend some sessions on campus and complete additional coursework through Canvas.
This course is an introduction to the basic?principles of biology. Topics studied include?chemical applications in biology, cellular?biology, bioenergetics, cell division, and?genetics.

BIO-115 General Biology IIA (4 cr.) P AS

Prerequisite:Must have C or better in BIO-114;
240924MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2708:20AM-10:20AMTFSTRA55 Turpin
MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2708:20AM-10:20AMRSTRA55 Turpin
NOTE: This course meets the following Fridays: 1/29, 2/12, 2/26, 3/12, 4/2, 4/16, 4/30 and 5/14.
This course is a continuation of General Biology?IA (BIO 114). Course topics include evolution,?biological diversity, plant and animal anatomy and?physiology and ecology.

✓ BIO-157 Human Biology (4 cr.) AS

240925MEH0101/19/27-05/14/2710:30AM-12:30PMMSTRA43 Harrison
MEH0101/19/27-05/14/2710:30AM-12:30PMWSTRA43 Harrison
NOTE: This section combines in-person classes with online work. Students attend some sessions on campus and complete additional coursework through Canvas.
This course is designed for students who are not majoring in a science or health related field. Human Biology is an introductory course that presents the structure and function of the human body along with its chemistry, organization, and continuity. Students will study general concepts of life demonstrated by the major body systems with applications to health, disease, nutrition, and wellness. Students will also study the basics of genetics, evolution, and the origins of life. This course is not equivalent to or intended to replace BIO 114 or BIO 168, but satisfies a general education requirement in the Natural Sciences area. This course satisfies a general education requirement in the Natural Sciences Area.

✓ BIO-168 Human Anat and Physiology I (4 cr.) P AS

Prerequisite:Complete BIO-114 or 1 yr HS biology within 5 yrs.; Complete CHM-110, 122, 165, 179, or 1 yr HS chemistry within 5 yrs.
241546MEH0101/19/27-05/14/2710:30AM-12:30PMTSTRA55 Tyson
MEH0101/19/27-05/14/2710:30AM-12:30PMRSTRA09 Tyson
NOTE: This section combines in-person classes with online work. Students attend some sessions on campus and complete additional coursework through Canvas.
This course is the first in a two semester survey?of the structure and function of the human body.?The study begins at the cellular level and?proceeds through tissue and organ levels within?each of the body systems: integumentary, skeletal,?muscular, nervous, special senses, and endocrine.

BIO-173 Human Anat and Physiology II (4 cr.) P AS

Prerequisite:Minimum grade of C in BIO-168. BIO-168 must be taken within the last 5 years.
240926MEH0101/19/27-05/14/2710:30AM-12:30PMTSTRA27 Ripslinger-Atwater
MEH0101/19/27-05/14/2710:30AM-12:30PMRSTRA43 Ripslinger-Atwater
NOTE: This section combines in-person classes with online work. Students attend some sessions on campus and complete additional coursework through Canvas.
240832MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-01:20PMTSTRA43 Tyson
MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2701:20PM-03:20PMTSTRA43 Tyson
MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-03:20PMRLARS76 Tyson
240833MLL0201/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-03:20PMTSTRA08 Ripslinger-Atwater
MLL0201/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-01:20PMRSTRA43 Ripslinger-Atwater
MLL0201/19/27-05/14/2701:20PM-03:20PMRSTRA43 Ripslinger-Atwater
This course is the second course in a two semester?sequence. The content includes study of the?following organ systems or topics: cardiovascular,?lymphatic, immune, respiratory, digestive,?metabolism, urinary, and reproductive.

BIO-186 Microbiology (4 cr.) P AS

Prerequisite:BIO-114 or BIO-168
240927MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-03:20PMTRSTRA55 Turpin
MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-01:20PMRSTRA55 Turpin
MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2701:20PM-03:20PMRSTRA55 Turpin
This course is an in-depth examination of the?microbial world, with emphasis on classification,?reproduction, genetics, physiology, infectious?disease, and control. Laboratory exercises will be?directed toward the use of equipment and?identification of clinically and economically?important organisms.

BUSINESS

Muscatine Community College

BUS-908 Cooperative Education (1 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:Consent of instructor required.
239707MIS0101/19/27-05/14/27TBA INDMSTDY Dabeet
This course will integrate classroom theory with?on-the-job training. The College will assist with?the student securing employment which will be?related to the student's majore field of study?and/or career interests. Under the supervision of?the college and the employer, the student?participates in job training experiences. In?addition to employment, attendance at scheduled?on-campus seminars is required. Seminars may?include job searching skills as well as?professional development. Student eligibility?consists of the successful completion of 12 EICCD?credit hours with at least two courses in the?major and maintenance of a grade point average of?2.0 or higher. Eligibility requirements and credit?hours availble vary by program area.

CHEMISTRY

Muscatine Community College

✓ CHM-122 Intro General Chemistry (4 cr.) P AS

Prerequisite:A grade C or higher in MAT-053 or equivalent
240928MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-03:20PMMSTRA58 Harrison
MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-03:20PMWSTRA58 Harrison
MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2701:20PM-03:20PMWSTRA58 Harrison
This course is an introduction to General?Chemistry as the first course in a sequence of two?introductory chemistry courses with lab. An?elementary approach to chemical principles and?laboratory practices are taken. Emphasis is placed?on the nature of matter, bonding, nomenclature,?equations, acids and bases and chemistry is?applied to everyday life. This course is intended?primarily to fulfill laboratory science?requirements and to fulfill chemistry requirements?for nursing, dental hygiene, and some home?economics and agricultural programs. This course?satisfies a general education requirement in the?Natural Sciences Area.

CHM-175 General Chemistry II (4 cr.) P AS

Prerequisite:Complete CHM-165 or CHM-166
240929MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2708:20AM-10:20AMMFSTRA58 Turpin
MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2708:20AM-10:20AMWSTRA58 Turpin
NOTE: This course meets the following Fridays: 1/22, 2/15, 2/19, 3/5, 3/26, 4/9, 4/23 and 5/7.
This?course is the second ?in a sequence of two?general chemistry courses for students in pre-med,?pre-chiro, pre-vet, pre-dental, pre-pharmacy,?pre-engineering, other physical or biological?sciences, or liberal arts. Topics include?kinetics, equilibrium, acid-base, ionic?equilibria, intermolecular forces, thermodynamics,?electrochemistry, organic chemistry, descriptive?chemistry and nuclear chemistry.

COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN

Muscatine Community College

CAD-139 Introduction to CAD/CAM (3 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:Take MFG-106 and MFG-371, or with Instructor Permission.
239898MLL9103/22/27-05/14/2708:30AM-09:40AMTWRMITC121 Engelman, Engelman
MLL9103/22/27-05/14/2709:40AM-11:00AMTWRMITC121 Engelman, Engelman
This course is an introductory course focusing on the creation of real parts using Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing software and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machine tools. Students will create 3-dimensional parts using SolidWorks parametric modeling software or equivalent software.?Students will then export those part files to Mastercam CAM software or equivalent software, and process the part files to be machined using a CNC Machine.

COMPUTER SCIENCE

Muscatine Community College

✓ CSC-110 Intro to Computers (3 cr.) AS

239557MLL0101/19/27-05/14/27TBAMWLOPR111 Cochran
This course introduces students to Windows-based?Personal Computer (PC) concepts and commonly used?Microsoft applications that are supported in?business and industry.? Students will use a?Windows Operating System while learning basic?operation of Microsoft Office applications?including Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.

CSC-116 Information Computing (3 cr.) AS

239562MLL0101/19/27-05/14/27TBATRLOPR111 Bruce
This course presents the basic concepts of Information Systems (IS) and computer literacy. The course incorporates theory as well as hands-on practice, which focuses on spreadsheets and database management systems (DBMS).? This course satisfies a general education requirement for Computer Skills.

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

Muscatine Community College

CON-171 Building Const Technqs II (6 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:Complete CON-170; Take CON-337
239948MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2709:30AM-11:10AMMMCAC42 Staff, Staff
MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2708:30AM-11:00AMTWRMCAC42 Staff, Staff
239949MLL0201/19/27-05/14/2701:50PM-03:30PMMMCAC42 Staff, Staff
MLL0201/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-03:20PMTWRMCAC42 Staff, Staff
This course provides practical application of?selected construction techniques. Students learn?construction techniques in floor, wall and ceiling?systems, stair construction and interior finishing?skills.

CON-337 Construction Blueprint Reading (1 cr.) VT

239946MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2708:30AM-09:30AMMMCAC42 Staff
239947MLL0201/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-01:50PMMMCAC42 Staff
This course will provide students with?fundamentals of blueprint reading designed to?allow the student to translate plans into?practical job experience.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Muscatine Community College

CRJ-118 Law Enforcement (3 cr.) AS

241375MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-02:20PMTRMCAC14 Elswick
This course is a survey course about the historical development of law enforcement, the functions of local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, police subculture, the function of patrol, and other issues important to the field of policing. The use of police authority, police discretion, police violence, and police corruption will be introduced.

CRJ-120 Introduction to Corrections (3 cr.) AS

239595MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-02:20PMMWMCAC14 Elswick
This course explores the development of corrections, the correctional process, correctional client, alternatives to incarceration, effects of institutionalization, correctional administration, reforms to correctional institutions, special populations,?and the future of corrections.?

DIESEL

Muscatine Community College

DSL-150 Truck Electrical Systems (3 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:AUT-115; Completion of or concurrent enrollment in AUT-614.
239961MLL0103/22/27-04/23/2708:30AM-09:50AMMTWRMCAC45 Miller, Miller
MLL0103/22/27-04/23/2709:50AM-11:15AMMTWRMCAC45 Miller, Miller
This course deals specifically with truck?electrical systems. Students will gain the ability?to diagnose and repair truck electrical systems,?and accessory circuits.

DSL-815 Preventive Maintenance (1 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:AUT-115
239962MLL0104/26/27-05/14/2708:30AM-08:50AMMTWRMCAC45 Miller, Miller
MLL0104/26/27-05/14/2708:50AM-10:30AMMTWRMCAC45 Miller, Miller
This course provides students with the opportunity to learn how to perform preventative maintenance (P.M.) inspection of the cab, electric components, frame, and trailers for diesel trucks.

ECONOMICS

Muscatine Community College

✓ ECN-120 Prin of Macroeconomics (3 cr.) AS

239624MLL9103/22/27-05/14/2712:50PM-02:20PMTRLOPR202 Dabeet
This course discusses how society addresses?economic scarcity and the choices made through?markets and government. You will studey fiscal and?monetary policies and their role in managing?economic stability in areas such as prices,?employment, and growth. You will examine and?analyze the importance of international trade and?how it shapes economies. This course satisfies a?general education requirement in the Social?Sciences Area.

✓ ECN-130 Prin of Microeconomics (3 cr.) AS

239628MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2710:30AM-12:00PMMWLOPR202 Dabeet
239629MLL0201/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-02:20PMTRSTRA27 Dabeet
This course examines how markets address the?problem of scarcity and organize the production?and distribution of goods and services. You will?explore supply and demadnd, consumer choice,?production costs in the short and long run, and?the behavior of firms under different market?structures. You will consider how resources are?priced, employed, and analyze the role of?international trade and finance in shaping?economic outcomes. This course satisfies a general?education requirement in the Social Sciences Area.

EDUCATION

Muscatine Community College

EDU-213 Introduction to Education (3 cr.) AS

239499MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-02:20PMTRLOPR211 Youngbauer
This course presents an overview of the field of?education, including foundations of American?education, effective teacher characteristics,?student engagement in the classroom, philosophies?of education, classroom management strategies, and?curriculum development. Current trends in?education will be discussed and analyzed on topics?such as school funding, professionalism, ethical?and legal issues, student diversity, and classroom?instruction. Students will complete a 40-hour?observation practicum in a K-12 setting and?complete a self-guided research project on an?educational topic of their choice. Emphasis is?placed on educational theory and beginning?documentation of teacher education Interstate?Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (InTASC)?standards. This course is recommended for students?who plan to majore in teacher education.

ELECTRONICS

Muscatine Community College

ELT-375 AC Fundamentals (2 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:Take MFG-106 and ELE-232
241649MLL8101/19/27-03/12/2712:50PM-01:40PMTRMITC120 Volkl, Volkl
MLL8101/19/27-03/12/2701:40PM-03:30PMTRMITC120 Volkl, Volkl
This course covers magnetism and electromagnetic?induction and progresses through alternating?current and voltage. The utilization of?capacitors, inductors, and transformers will be?addressed as used in basic AC circuits.

ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY

Muscatine Community College

EGT-117 Fluid Power Fundamentals (2 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:Take MFG-106 and IND-134. A minimum math placement score based on college assessment within the last two years or with instructor permission.
239926MLL9103/22/27-05/14/2712:50PM-01:40PMTRMITC120 Volkl, Volkl
MLL9103/22/27-05/14/2701:40PM-03:30PMTRMITC120 Volkl, Volkl
This course presents the basic laws of fluid power systems and properties of fluids to explain the behavior of fluid power devices in fundamental applications. Fluid power components such as cylinders, motors, compressors, pumps, flow control valves, and accumulators are studied as well as assembled in labs. Fluid power symbols are taught utilizing air and hydraulic diagrams. Pressure intensifiers, air-over-oil systems, rotary actuators, and flow dividers are presented in their applications.

ENGLISH

Muscatine Community College

ENG-095 ALP Writing (3 cr.) P AS

Prerequisite:Enroll in ENG-105 or ENG-107 as a Co-requisite course.
239856MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:10PM-01:40PMMWLOPR210 Despain
NOTE: Students registering for ENG-095-MLL01 239856 Basic Writing, MUST also register for ENG-105-MLL01 239857.
This course is a co-requisite course designed to support skills necessary for successful completion of ENG 105? or ENG 107?, using an Accelerated Learning Program model. The writing process, critical thinking and reading skills, and strategies to enhance student success are emphasized. In this class, students will practice writing skills learned in ENG105 or ENG107 and work closely with the instructor to develop increased confidence and writing proficiency.

✓ ENG-105 Composition I (3 cr.) P AS

Prerequisite:Complete ENG-095 or minimum English placement score based on college assessment.
239857MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2710:30AM-12:00PMMWLOPR210 Despain
NOTE: Students registering for ENG-105-MLL01 239857, MUST also register for ENG-095-MLL01 239856 Basic Writing.
239858MLL0201/19/27-05/14/2710:30AM-12:00PMMWLOPR210 Despain
239859MLL0301/19/27-05/14/2708:50AM-10:20AMTRLOPR210 Despain
This course will introduce students to the?college-level writing process. Students will?develop critical reading and thinking skills to?analyze and evaluate information from diverse?viewpoints. The course introduces documentation?practices and information literacy skills.?Students will write and revise at least four?formal assignments and produce a minimum of 20?pages. This course satisfies a general education?requirement in the Communications area.

✓ ENG-106 Composition II (3 cr.) P AS

Prerequisite:Complete ENG-105 or ENG-107
239893MLL0201/19/27-05/14/2708:50AM-10:20AMMWLOPR210 Phillips
239895MLL0301/19/27-05/14/2710:30AM-12:00PMTRLOPR211 Phillips
239860MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-02:40PMTRLOPR210 Despain
This course is a continuation of Composition I.?Students will analyze, synthesize, and evaluate?texts. Critical thinking skills, argumentation,?writing style, and academic research, introduced?in Composition I, will also be further developed?in this course. This course satisfies a general?education requirement in the Communications Area.

ENG-221 Creative Writing (3 cr.) AS

239900MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2710:30AM-12:00PMMWSTRA09 Phillips
Advanced writing workshop designed for the student who likes to write. Emphasis is placed on self-expression, audience reaction, craftsmanship and the importance of meeting deadlines. Assignments will range from short sketches and poems to full-length short stories and essays. The learning experience is enhanced through class discussion and critical analysis of individual works.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

Muscatine Community College

✓ ENV-111 Environmental Science (4 cr.) AS

240930MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-03:20PMMSTRA61 Turpin
MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-01:20PMWSTRA61 Turpin
MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2701:20PM-03:20PMWSTRA61 Turpin
This course will survey common environmental?problems with discussion as to their possible?causes, consequences, and remedies. An emphasis?will be placed on objective analysis of issues and?arguments related to environmental concerns. This?course satisfies a general education requirement?in the Natural Sciences Area. May be counted as?either Life Sciences or Physical Sciences, but not?both.

HEALTH

Muscatine Community College

HSC-137 Math for Healthcare (3 cr.) VT

241508MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2708:30AM-10:00AMMWLARS76 Staff
241509MLL0201/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-02:20PMMWLARS76 Staff
This course is designed for Allied Health Care profession majors. The course will cover general development of skills involving computations of fractions, decimals, percents, ratios, proportions, basic algebra equations, mean, median, and mode. Allied health areas that will be covered include how to utilize graphs, when fractions and decimals are utilized in healthcare settings, allied health statistics, and how to figure deductibles and co-payments for health insurance. Students will also learn how to calculate mass and volume of medications, and common dose measurement and dose abbreviations.

HSC-172 Nurse Aide (3 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:Students must be 16 years of age to attend clinical.
241510MLL0101/19/27-04/18/2708:00AM-10:20AMTRMCAC5 Staff
MLL0104/19/27-05/14/2708:00AM-10:20AMTROFFMSITE Staff
MLL0104/19/27-05/14/2706:00AM-10:20AMFOFFMSITE Staff
241511MLL0201/19/27-04/05/2712:50PM-03:30PMTRMCAC18 Staff
MLL0204/06/27-05/14/2712:50PM-03:30PMTRFOFFMSITE Staff
241512MLL0301/19/27-04/01/2712:50PM-03:30PMTRMCAC5 Staff
MLL0304/16/27-05/14/2712:50PM-08:50PMFOFFMSITE Staff
This course meets the training of The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987 (OBRA) for aides working in nursing facilities (NF) and skilled nursing facilities (SNF). Emphasis is placed on achieving a basic level of knowledge and the demonstration of skills to provide safe, effective resident/client care. Students must be 16 years of age to attend clinical.

HEATING, VENTILATION & AIR CON

Muscatine Community College

HCR-116 Domestic Heating (5 cr.) VT

239933MLL8101/19/27-03/12/2708:30AM-09:45AMMTWRMCAC50 Krogstad, Krogstad
MLL8101/19/27-03/12/2709:45AM-11:35AMMTWRMCAC50 Krogstad, Krogstad
239934MLL8201/19/27-03/12/2712:50PM-02:05PMMTWRMCAC50 Krogstad, Krogstad
MLL8201/19/27-03/12/2702:05PM-03:55PMMTWRMCAC50 Krogstad, Krogstad
This course covers installation, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of gas, fuel oil, electric furnaces, and heat pumps. This course will also cover temperature, humidity, air filtering, and air movement for a complete home conditioning system.

HCR-441 HVAC Controls and Circuitry (5 cr.) VT

239935MLL9103/22/27-05/14/2708:30AM-09:45AMMTWRMCAC50 Krogstad, Krogstad
MLL9103/22/27-05/14/2709:45AM-11:35AMMTWRMCAC50 Krogstad, Krogstad
239937MLL9203/22/27-05/14/2712:50PM-02:05PMMTWRMCAC50 Krogstad, Krogstad
MLL9203/22/27-05/14/2702:05PM-03:55PMMTWRMCAC50 Krogstad, Krogstad
This course is designed to provide students with the basics of control components used by heating, ventilation, and air conditioning technicians. The topics covered in this course are geared toward residential central air-conditioning systems. This course is intended for those who are looking to obtain basic knowledge.

HISTORY

Muscatine Community College

✓ HIS-152 U.S. History Since 1877 (3 cr.) AS

239913MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2710:30AM-12:00PMMWLOPR211 Henderson
239914MLL0201/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-02:20PMMWLOPR211 Henderson
This course is the study of political, cultural,?social, and economic developments from 1877 to the?present. Historical perspective and critical?analysis are emphasized.

HORTICULTURE

Muscatine Community College

AGH-131 Greenhouse Management (3 cr.) VT

240643MEH0101/19/27-04/02/2710:00AM-12:00PMTRGAEK114 Mairet
NOTE: This section combines in-person classes with online work. Students attend some sessions on campus and complete additional coursework through Canvas.
This course presents the management of greenhouse?crops. Common commercial crops are addressed and?techniques used in the production of greenhouse?crops are demonstrated.

AGH-142 Landscape Construction (3 cr.) VT

240666MLL0101/19/27-04/02/2712:40PM-02:50PMMWMCAC42 Mairet
This course will cover principles and practices of?landscape construction. It includes the process?from initial client contact to installation of?plant material and hardscape.

AGH-152 Landscape Design Tech (3 cr.) VT

240651MLL0101/19/27-04/02/2709:00AM-10:00AMMTWRFGAEK114 Mairet
This course introduces the students to landscape design and the different aspects involved. It also provides a basic understanding of the different types of landscapes and the principles, materials, and elements that go into their design.

AGH-252 Horticulture Pest Management (3 cr.) VT

240667MEH0101/19/27-04/02/2712:40PM-02:30PMTRGAEK114 Mairet
NOTE: This section combines in-person classes with online work. Students attend some sessions on campus and complete additional coursework through Canvas.
This course introduces students to the safe handling and use of horticulture chemicals. Using integrated pest management (IPM) practices, students will explore updated philosophies that protect the environment while controlling common pest. Students will take the state pesticide applicators exam upon completion of this course. Residents of states other than Iowa should be able to successfully complete equivalent requirements in those states.

AGH-292 Garden Center Management (3 cr.) VT

240652MLL0101/19/27-04/02/2710:00AM-12:10PMMWGAEK114 Mairet
This course introduces business management basics for operating a garden center or other business in the Horticulture Industry. ?Areas of emphasis will include business structure, analytics, sales, and marketing.

AGH-400 Athletic Field Maintenance (3 cr.) VT

240653MLL0101/19/27-04/02/2712:40PM-02:30PMTRTBA Staff
This course will provide ageneral overview of turf maintenance?and provide specific maintenance practices for all areas of athletic field maintenance.?

HOSPITALITY, CULINARY & MGT

Muscatine Community College

HCM-116 Fundamentals of Baking (3 cr.) VT

239656MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:00PM-01:00PMMBFAC2 Staff
MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2701:00PM-05:00PMMBFAC2 Staff
This course is for a student with very little baking or pastry experience. Students will learn the basics of theory and preparation of baked items. Science and math will play a large role in this course. Items the students will prepare include yeast bread, cookies, creams, puddings, pie crusts and filling, and quick breads. The focus of the course is on standard production methods for a successful product in small and large scale batches.

HCM-265 Mathematics for Hospitality (3 cr.) VT

239669MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:00PM-02:00PMRBFAC2 Dabeet
NOTE: This section combines in-person classes with online work.Students attend some sessions on campus and complete additional coursework through canvas.
This course will provide the student with a general understanding of mathematics application used in a professional food service setting. This course will then introduce the student to the mathematical knowledge needed in the restaurant and hospitality industry.

HUMANITIES

Muscatine Community College

✓ HUM-110 Changes & Choices (3 cr.) AS

239896MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-02:20PMMWSTRA09 Phillips
This course offers students an opportunity to explore ways in which the Humanities are integral in their personal and work lives, especially as they face change and make decisions. The course will explore works of fiction, non-fiction, poetry, history, philosophy, and art, and apply themes from these works to their own lives. This course satisfies a general education requirement in the Arts and Humanities Area.

INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY

Muscatine Community College

IND-200 Mechanical Drives I (2 cr.) VT

239927MLL9103/22/27-05/14/2712:50PM-01:40PMMWMITC120 Volkl, Volkl
MLL9103/22/27-05/14/2701:40PM-03:30PMMWMITC120 Volkl, Volkl
This course will teach stuents the fundamentals of?mechanical drives by introducing the student to?key fasteners, v-belts, chain drives, spur gear?drives and multiple shaft drives in mechanical?drive systems used throughout the industry.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Muscatine Community College

CIS-189 Python (3 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:Take NET-303 or CIS-121 as a prerequisite or concurrently
239520MLL9103/22/27-05/14/2712:50PM-03:05PMTWRGAEK202 Dickey
This course introduces core programming basics?using the Python programming language. Basics?include data types, control structures, algorithm?development, and program design within functions.?The course discusses the fundamental principles of?Object-Oriented Programming, as well as in-depth?data and information processing techniques.?Students will problem solve, explore real-world?software development challenges, and create?practical and contemporary applications using?graphical user interfaces and graphics.

NET-159 Cisco Packet Tracer (1 cr.) VT

239686MEH8101/19/27-03/12/2712:50PM-03:00PMMGAEK202 Huber
This course will teach students to use a?cross-platform visual simulation tool to create?network topologies and build modern computer?networks. After learning the user interface,?students will build and maintain a small network?that includes routers, switches, and computers.

NET-166 Applied Computer Security (3 cr.) VT

239568MLL8101/19/27-03/12/2712:50PM-03:05PMTWRGAEK202 Montoya
This course will discuss the basic concepts of?practical computer and Internet security:?passwords, firewalls, antivirus software, malware,?social networking, surfing the Internet, phishing,?and wireless networks. This class is intended for?students with little or no background in?information technology or security.

LITERATURE

Muscatine Community College

✓ LIT-101 Intro to Literature (3 cr.) P AS

Prerequisite:ENG-105 or ENG-107
239861MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2710:30AM-12:00PMTRLOPR210 Despain
This course is an introduction to the major literary genres: the short story, poetry, drama, and the novel. Emphasis is placed on formal, thematic, historical, cultural, and critical elements of literature, as well as the relationship between literature and the human condition. This course satisfies a general education requirement in the Arts and Humanities Area.

MANUFACTURING

Muscatine Community College

MFG-201 CNC Turning Operator (2 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:Take MFG-106 and MFG-371, or with Instructor Permission; Take MFG-221
239894MLL8101/19/27-03/12/2708:30AM-09:20AMMWMITC121 Engelman, Engelman
MLL8101/19/27-03/12/2709:20AM-11:15AMMWMITC121 Engelman, Engelman
This course will introduce students to Computer Numeric Control (CNC) turning centers in the manufacturing setting. Various projects will strengthen students proper use and troubleshooting of this equipment in the manufacturing setting.

MFG-221 CNC Milling Operator (2 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:#Take MFG-106 and MFG-371 or with Instructor permission.; Take MFG-201
239897MLL8101/19/27-03/12/2708:30AM-09:20AMTRMITC121 Engelman, Engelman
MLL8101/19/27-03/12/2709:20AM-11:15AMTRMITC121 Engelman, Engelman
This course will introduce students to Computer Numeric Control (CNC) milling centers in the manufacturing setting. Various projects will strengthen the students proper use and troubleshooting of this equipment.

MFG-505 Lean Manufacturing (1 cr.) VT

239925MLL8101/19/27-03/12/2712:50PM-02:50PMWMITC120 Volkl
This course covers the principles and techniques?of lean manufacturing, which include implementing?lean manufacturing and methods of eliminating?waste. Upone completion of a final project,?students will learn the impact of eliminating?waste on the real-world environment.

MATHEMATICS

Muscatine Community College

MAT-066 Algebra I (4 cr.) P AS

Prerequisite:Complete MAT-053 with a minimum grade of C- or better or minimum math placement score based on college assessment within the last two years. Immediate prerequisite course must have been completed within the last two years.
240931MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2708:20AM-10:20AMMWLARS74 Abbott
This course provides students with the beginning?topics in a two-part algebra sequence. Topics?covered include basic algebraic concepts, linear?equations in one or two variables, linear?inequalities, graphing equations, exponents and?polynomial rules, and functions.

MAT-075 Statistics Support (1 cr.) P AS

Prerequisite:Prerequisite: Minimum math placement score based on college assessment within the last two years.; Corequisite: MAT-156 must be taken at the same time as this course.
240932MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2702:20PM-02:50PMMWLARS74 Abbott
This course provides students with math skills to reinforce topics covered in MAT-156 Statistics. Students must register for this course and MAT-156 in the same semester. This course supports students by reviewing fundamental math concepts needed for statistics material, reviewing statistical concepts introduced in MAT-156, and developing critical thinking and problem-solving techniques.

MAT-102 Intermediate Algebra (4 cr.) P AS

Prerequisite:A minimum grade of C- in MAT-066 or minimum math placement score based on college assessment within the last two years. Immediate prerequisite must have been completed within the last two years.
241141MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2710:30AM-12:30PMMWLARS74 Staff
This course covers topics including factoring,?rational expressions, inequalities and absolute?value equations, rational exponents and radicals,?quadratic equations and inequalities, and?exponential and logarithmic functions.

MAT-104 Applied Math Topics (3 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:Complete MAT-053 with a minimum grade of C- or better or minimum math placement score based on college assessment within the last two years. Immediate prerequisite course must have been completed within the last two years.
240938MLL8101/19/27-03/12/2712:50PM-03:30PMMWLARS75 Staff
MLL8101/19/27-03/12/27TBA TBA Staff
This course presents algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and finance math as it applies to specific career and technical applications. Mathematical ideas and procedures will be presented first, followed by applications with the various career and technical fields.

✓ MAT-110 Math for Liberal Arts (3 cr.) P AS

Prerequisite:Sucessfully completed junior level high school mathematics course or advisor placement utilizing EICCD multiple measures or HiSET placement.
240933MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2708:05AM-10:20AMTRLARS77 Staff
This course is designed for the liberal arts?student. The course will include logic, counting?methods and probability, statistics, financial?mathematics, different base systems, sets, and?problem solving.

MAT-138 College Algebra With Limits (4 cr.) P AS

Prerequisite:Complete MAT-067 with a minimum grade of C- or better or minimum math placement score based on college assessment within the last two years. Immediate prerequisite course must have been completed within the last two years.
240934MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2710:30AM-12:30PMTRLARS74 Abbott
This course will prepare students for future study?in mathematics. Topics include solving equations?and inequalities, complex numbers, polynomial,?rational, absolute value, and exponential and?logarithmic functions, systems of equations,?matrices, sequences and series, permutations and?combinations, the binomial theorem, and limits.

✓ MAT-156 Statistics (3 cr.) P AS

Prerequisite:Complete MAT-065, MAT-066, or MAT-067 with a minimum grade of C- or better or minimum math placement score based on college assessment within the last two years. Immediate prerequisite course must have been completed within the last two years.
240935MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-02:20PMMWLARS74 Abbott
240936MLL0201/19/27-05/14/2706:00PM-09:00PMTSTRA27 Dabeet
This course is recommended for business,?economics, mathematics, science and social?sciences students. The course focuses on?obtaining, presenting and organizing statistical?data. Course topics covered include descriptive?measures, probability, probability distributions,?binomial distributions, normal distributions,?sampling distributions, confidence intervals,?hypothesis testing, linear regression, and?correlation. A graphing calculator with statistics?functions is required.

✓ MAT-165 Business Calculus (3 cr.) P AS

Prerequisite:A minimum grade of C- in MAT-138 or minimum math placement score based on college assessment within the last two years. Immediate prerequisite course must have been completed within the last two years.
240834MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-02:20PMTRLARS74 Abbott
This course is designed for students in business,?social sciences, or life sciences. Topics include?limits; derivatives; applications of the?derivative related to business, social science,?and the life sciences; integration; and?applications of the integral related to business,?social science, and the life sciences. A graphing?calculator is required.

✓ MAT-210 Calculus I (4 cr.) P AS

Prerequisite:Complete MAT-128 with a minimum grade of C- or better or minimum math placement score based on college assessment within the last two years. Immediate prerequisite course must have been completed within the last two years.
240937MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-02:50PMTRLARS77 Abbott
This course is the first in a three-part calculus?series designed to provide science, math,?engineering, or computer science students with a?foundation in calculus and analytical geometry.?Topics for this course include analytical?geometry, limits, differentiation, applications of?the derivative, integration, and applications of?the integral. A graphing calculator is required.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Muscatine Community College

MAP-137 Medical Lab Procedures (5 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:A minimum grade of C in MAP-138.
238876MEH8101/19/27-03/12/2709:30AM-10:15AMTRMCAC9 Hartog
MEH8101/19/27-03/12/2710:15AM-02:00PMTRMCAC9 Hartog
NOTE: This section combines in-person classes with online work. Students attend some sessions on campus and complete additional coursework through Canvas.
This course is an introduction to the medical laboratory. Students will use critical thinking skills to incorporate cognitive knowledge in the performance of obtaining specimens and performing Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) waived testing. The student will also know and adhere to protective practices for personal and patient safety.

MAP-512 Medical Assisting Pharmacology (2 cr.) VT

238888MEH8101/19/27-03/12/2702:00PM-03:00PMTRMCAC9 Hartog
NOTE: This section combines in-person classes with online work. Students attend some sessions on campus and complete additional coursework through Canvas.
This course provides a basic background in the classification and understanding of drugs and their sources, uses and legal implications. This course will also provide discussion on the characteristics of typical drugs, side effects, precautions, interactions, and patient education of each category.

MUSIC

Muscatine Community College

MUA-101 Applied Voice (1 cr.) AS

239916MIS6102/15/27-05/14/27TBA INDMSTDY Burr
This course provides individual instruction in singing. It advances students from their present vocal ability to a higher and more proficient level. This course may be repeated for up to 6.00 credit hours.

MUA-120 Applied Piano (1 cr.) AS

239918MIS6102/15/27-05/14/27TBA INDMSTDY Burr
This course is for individual instruction in piano. It advances students from their present ability to a higher and more proficient level. This course may be repeated for up to 6.00 credit hours.

✓ MUS-100 Music Appreciation (3 cr.) AS

239919MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2710:30AM-12:00PMMWSTRA21 Burr
This course introduces students to an exploration of the basic music elements, a survey of musical periods and their characteristics from the ancient through the twentieth century; and a discussion of the differences between Western and non-Western musical form and function. Listening and concert attendance is required. This course satisfies a general education requirement in the Arts and Humanities Area.

MUS-147 College Community Orchestra (2 cr.) P AS

Prerequisite:Permission of instructor
239922MIS0101/19/27-05/14/27TBA INDMSTDY Burr
This course is designed for students to play with a community orchestra and participate in performances throughout the semester. An audition is required for selection into the orchestra. This course may be repeated for up to 6.00 credit hours.

MUS-154 Chorus (1 cr.) AS

239924MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-02:40PMMWSTRA21 Burr
This course is designed for the student to participate in group performances. Choral arrangements include a variety of literature throughout the year including works with orchestra, sacred, secular and popular musical scores. The chorus presents several concerts during the year and produces the annual variety show. Open to all students without an audition.

NURSING

Muscatine Community College

ADN-457 Complex Health Concepts (12 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:A minimum grade of C in ADN-302, ADN-451, ADN-176, and BIO-186.
238808MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2709:00AM-12:40PMMWMCAC10 Noble
MLL0101/19/27-05/14/27TBA CLINSITE Noble
This course is designed to assimilate the concepts?within the domain of the individual, healthcare,?and nursing. Emphasis is placed on the concepts of?fluid and electrolytes, metabolism, perfusion,?professional behaviors, caring interventions, and?managing care, mobility, stress/coping, violence,?health-wellness-illness, healthcare systems, and?quality improvement. This course incorporates?Preceptorship for the Associate Degree Nursing?students, which builds upon concepts taught in?previous nursing courses. Emphasis is placed on?the nursing process to meet the health needs of?individuals and groups across the life span. Upon?completion, students should be able to demonstrate?specific strategies to meet the challenges of role?transition from student to professional?practitioner.

PNN-158 Health Concepts II (10 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:A minimum grade of C in PNN-154, PNN-280, and BIO-173.
238814MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2709:00AM-12:40PMMWMCAC18 Neal
MLL0101/19/27-05/14/27TBA CLINSITE Neal
MLL0101/19/27-05/14/27TBA MCAC18 Neal
This course is designed to further develop the?concepts of: central venous access devices,?intravenous therapy, fluid and electrolytes,?parenteral nutrition, acid-base, metabolism,?cellular regulation, oxygenation, inflammation,?infection, immunity, health-wellness-illness,?caring interventions, teaching and learning,?safety, informatics, elimination, intracranial?regulation, perfusion, sensory perception,?professional behaviors, thermoregulation,?mobility, comfort, end of life care, glucose?regulation, clinical decision making and?collaboration.

PNN-282 Pharmacology II (2 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:Minimum grade of C in PNN-158.; Minimum grade of C or higher in PNN-154, PNN-280, and BIO-173.
238820MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2709:00AM-11:10AMTMCAC19 Neal
This course provides second semester nursing?students enrolled in Practical and Associate?Degree Nursing programs with additional?pharmacological tools. Builds on pharmacological?nursing using the nursing process as a framework?introduced in Pharmacology I. Discuss actions,?interactions, adverse effects, nursing?implications for drugs for multiple systems and?differences across the lifespan.

POLITICAL SCIENCE

Muscatine Community College

✓ POL-111 American National Government (3 cr.) AS

239892MEH0101/19/27-05/14/2709:30AM-10:20AMTRLOPR211 Gayman
NOTE: This section combines in-person classes with online work. Students attend some sessions on campus and complete additional coursework through Canvas.
This course is a survey of American government and politics. It includes discussion of the historical foundations and fundamental principles of American democracy, the basic institutions of government, the fundamental rights of citizens and the public policy process. This course satisfies a general education requirement in the Social Sciences Area.

PSYCHOLOGY

Muscatine Community College

✓ PSY-111 Intro to Psychology (3 cr.) AS

239863MLL0201/19/27-05/14/2708:30AM-10:00AMMWSTRA27 Sheppeard
241528MLL0301/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-02:20PMMWSTRA27 Alvarez
239862MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2708:30AM-10:00AMTRSTRA27 Sheppeard
This course is an examination of the fundamentals?of behavior. It is designed to familiarize?students with human behavior, how it is studied,?and the applications of the results of that study.?Theoretical issues, comprehension of research?findings, and research techniques will also be?examined.

PSY-121 Developmental Psychology (3 cr.) AS

239903MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-02:20PMTRLARS75 Sheppeard
This course examines the psychological, social,?and emotional development of individuals across?the lifespan, from infancy through late adulthodd.?Students will explore key theories of development,?including cognitive, psychosocial, and biological?perspectives, and analyze the factors that?influence development, such as genetics, culture,?and environment. ??Key topics include physical growth, language?acquisition, attachment, moral development, and?identify formation. The course will also address?developmental challenges and transitions, such as?those related to parenting, education, and aging.

PSY-281 Educational Psychology (3 cr.) P AS

Prerequisite:PSY-111 or consent of instructor
239905MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-02:20PMMWLARS77 Sheppeard
This course is designed for individuals who are or will be working in a vocational environment, which requires them to provide or become part of an educational or training program. Although the course is targeting traditional educational systems, it is directly applicable to virtually any setting in which a person may be required to help an individual or group of individuals learn and understand new information, or to develop new knowledge and skills sets. The fundamentals of this course are designed to assist the student in differentiating learning theory and processes as aspects of human development. Emphasis is placed on the roles of the educators and the students in applying the principles of learning, instruction, evaluation, and pupil management.

SOCIOLOGY

Muscatine Community College

SOC-110 Intro Sociology (3 cr.) AS

239907MEH6102/15/27-05/14/2705:30PM-08:00PMTLARS75 Sheppeard
NOTE: This section combines in-person classes with online work. Students attend some sessions on campus and complete additional coursework through Canvas.
This course introduces students to key?sociological framework and theories, including?social structure, structural functionalism,?symbolic interactionism, feminist theory, and?conflict theory. Topics of study include family?dynamics, education systems, economic?stratification, social inequality, gender roles,?socialization, governance, political structures,?deviance, and religion. This course satisfies a?general education requirement in the Social?Sciences Area.

SPEECH

Muscatine Community College

✓ SPC-112 Public Speaking (3 cr.) AS

239936MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2710:30AM-12:00PMTRMCAC10 Cockerill
239938MLL0201/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-02:20PMTRMCAC10 Cockerill
239932MEH0101/19/27-04/02/2702:40PM-04:00PMTRMCAC10 Cockerill
NOTE: This section combines in-person classes with online work. Students attend some sessions on campus and complete additional coursework through Canvas.
This course is an introduction to public speaking?with emphasis on organization, presentation, and?listening. You will gain exprience in the process?and principles of public speaking including?audience analysis, selection and organization, and?style and delivery. Practice in preparation and?delivery of a minimum of 30 minutes of graded?informative and persuasive extemporaneous speeches?are required. This course satisfies a general?education requirement in the Communications Area.

STUDENT DEVELOPMENT

Muscatine Community College

SDV-130 Career Exploration (1 cr.) AS

239603MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-03:50PMFMCAC14 Elswick
This course is designed to involve students in educational and occupational orientation (as related to self) and to make valid educational choices. Participants have an opportunity to investigate employment opportunities in their field of interest. The college selection process is reviewed and an appropriate curriculum for students majors will be developed.

WELDING

Muscatine Community College

WEL-364 GMAW-MIG (4 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:Take MFG-106 and WEL-361
239915MLL9103/22/27-05/14/2708:30AM-10:10AMMMITC111 Draves, Draves
MLL9103/22/27-05/14/2708:30AM-11:50AMTWRMITC111 Draves, Draves
239917MLL9203/22/27-05/14/2712:50PM-02:30PMMMITC111 Draves, Draves
MLL9203/22/27-05/14/2712:50PM-04:10PMTWRMITC111 Draves, Draves
This course provides comprehensive instruction in?the Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) process, commonly?referred to as MIG Welding. Emphasis is placed on?hands-on skill development, with a focus on metal?transfer modes, puddle manipulation, equipment?setup and operation, welding procedures, and?safety practices. Students will gain experience?welding in various positions and joint?configurations, preparing them for?industry-standard applications of GMAW across a?range of materials and fabrication scenarios.

WEL-365 FCAW-Flux & Cutting (3 cr.) P VT

Prerequisite:Take MFG-106 and WEL-361
239911MLL8101/19/27-03/12/2708:30AM-10:10AMMMITC111 Draves, Draves
MLL8101/19/27-03/12/2708:30AM-10:50AMTWRMITC111 Draves, Draves
239912MLL8201/19/27-03/12/2712:50PM-02:30PMMMITC111 Draves, Draves
MLL8201/19/27-03/12/2712:50PM-03:10PMTWRMITC111 Draves, Draves
This course provides comprehensive instruction in?the Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW), Oxy-Fuel, and?Plasma cutting processes. Emphasis is placed in?hands-on skill development, with a focus on proper?puddle manipulation, wire selection, equipment?setup and operation for both FCAW and Oxy-Fuel?cutting, welding procedures, and safety practices.?Students will gain experience in welding in?various positions and joint configurations,?preparing them for industry-standard applications?of FCAW across a range of materials and?fabrication/manufacturing scenarios. Students will?also gain experience in Oxy-Fuel cutting and?equipment set up.

WORK BASED LEARNING

Muscatine Community College

WBL-208 Practicum/Field Exp: Indus Tec (1 cr.) VT

239952MLL0101/19/27-05/14/2711:00AM-11:45AMFMCAC42 Staff
This course is offered under the guidance of an?instructor and employer mentor/supervisor. This?course provides students an opportunity to learn?in a work setting while obtaining practical?experience in Industrial Technology programs.?Students will participate in job training and will?complete assignments to develop workplace?communication skills, gain an understanding of?industry and organizational structures, and learn?problem solving skills in a work environment.

WBL-301 Internship: AFNR (1 cr.) VT

241654MOS0401/19/27-05/14/2712:50PM-04:50PMFOFFMSITE Phipps
This course is offered under the supervision and?mentoring of practicing professionals. This course?provides students the opportunity to learn in a?professional work setting related to their major?or career goal in Agriculture, Food, and Natural?Resources. Students will participate in job?training, and will gain experience in problem?solving, decision making, and specific job duties?within a business or organization.

WBL-301 Internship: AFNR (3 cr.) VT

240660MOS0104/05/27-05/14/27TBA OFFMSITE Dieckman
240661MOS0204/05/27-05/14/27TBA OFFMSITE Mairet
240662MOS0304/05/27-05/14/27TBA OFFMSITE Ewers
This course is offered under the supervision and?mentoring of practicing professionals. This course?provides students the opportunity to learn in a?professional work setting related to their major?or career goal in Agriculture, Food, and Natural?Resources. Students will participate in job?training, and will gain experience in problem?solving, decision making, and specific job duties?within a business or organization.