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MATH 163 - College Algebra for Calculus (3 credits)

A calculator-oriented course concerned with the properties of the various numbers systems, equations, inequalities, functions, and relations. This course is intended to prepare students for fields of study that require a high level of algebraic reasoning or calculus. Lecture 3 hours per week.

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MOTR MATH 130

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Prerequisites: MATH 103 or MATH 153 with a minimum letter grade of C or placement score of MATH 163

Corequisites: None

MATH 164 - Trigonometry (3 credits)

This course is concerned with the 6 trigonometric functions and identities associated with them. The student learns how to prove or derive an identity, as well as how to solve a conditional trigonometric equation. One component of the course deals with solving right triangles. Another aspect is the conversion of degrees into radians and vice versa. Some applied problems are considered. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: MATH 163 with a minimum letter grade of C or currently enrolled in MATH 163 or placement of MATH 164

Corequisites: None

MATH 171 - Analytic Geometry & Calculus I (5 credits)

This course is concerned with how to find the derivative or integral of a function. The process of finding the limit of a function is used to derive the derivative of a function and the definite integral of a function. Limits are also considered in their own right. Applications of differentiation and integration are considered. This course is the first course of a 3-course sequence dealing with calculus and plane analytic geometry. Lecture 5 hours per week.

Credits: 5
Semester(s): Spring, Summer

Prerequisites: MATH 163 and MATH 164 or placement MATH 171

Corequisites: None

MATH 223 - Probability and Statistics (3 credits)

Introduction to the basic concepts of statistics including descriptive measures of location and dispersion, elementary probability distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation, analysis of variance, and linear regression. In various units of the course, the student utilizes computer statistical software to facilitate the analysis of data. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Summer, Fall

Prerequisites: MATH 163 or MATH 161 with a minimum letter grade of C or placement of MATH 164

Corequisites: None

MATH 271 - Analytic Geometry & Calculus II (5 credits)

This course is the second course of a 3-course sequence in calculus and analytic geometry. This course deals with transcendental functions, integration techniques, infinite sequences, infinite series, parametric equations, and polar coordinates. The course considers determining the convergence or the divergence of an infinite series using special mathematical tests, such as the Ration Test. The student learns how to integrate virtually any function that can be integrated. Special integration techniques, like integration by parts, are used to do this. This class also deals with differentiation and integration of functions that are not rational functions. These include trig functions, logarithmic functions, and exponential functions. Lecture 5 hours per week.

Credits: 5
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: MATH 171 with a minimum letter grade of C

Corequisites: None

MATH 272 - Analytic Geometry & Calculus III (5 credits)

This course is the third course in a 3-course sequence covering calculus and analytic geometry. This course involves the study of differentiation and integration of functions of more than one independent variable. That is, partial derivatives are studied, along with multiple integration. Operations on vectors both in the xy plane and outside the plane are studied. These operations include the dot product and the cross product. Differentiation and integration of vector-valued functions are also looked at. Lecture 5 hours per week.

Credits: 5
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: MATH 271 with a minimum letter grade of C

Corequisites: None

MCOM 101 - Mass Communication and Society (3 credits)

This course provides an interdisciplinary overview of the nature, evolution, and influence of mass communication in our society at personal, local, national, and global levels. Students will discuss history, developments, and challenges related to mass media as an economic industry and as agents of societal change. Purpose and content within print, chemical, electronic, and digital channels of media will be examined. The effects that media have on culture, politics, law, globalization, and ethics are also addressed. The course aims to help students become more knowledgeable consumers of media content and improve their own media literacy skills. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: ENGL 02 and READ 02 or Writing and Reading placement of ENGL 111

Corequisites: None

MEDR 135 - Blueprint Reading and Gauging (3 credits)

An introduction to blueprint reading through a study of the fundamental skills and concepts involved in reading, sketching, and interpreting drawings. Also time is spent in proper use of the basic measuring instruments. This is a hybrid-blended course. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Summer, Fall

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

MEDR 237 - SolidWorks (3 credits)

Continued practice in the use of CAD while focusing on parametric modeling concepts and practices. Course includes generation of symbol and preparation of working drawings. Lecture 2 hours/Laboratory 2 hours/Total 4 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: ENGR 110 or instructor consent

Corequisites: None

MEDR 246 - Computer Aided Machining I (3 credits)

This is an introduction to CAM (computer-aided-machining) and machining systems to prepare students to operate the system and understand applications of CAM to industrial standards. Students apply use of interactive computer machine tool language to develop CNC part programs, storage, and retrieval of programs and related information. Lecture 2 hours/Laboratory 2 hours/Total 4 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: ENGR 110 or instructor consent

Corequisites: None

MKGT 297 - Internship (3 credits)

This course is a study of generally accepted professional work behavior. Concepts covered include recognizing individual strengths and weaknesses, resume and cover letter writing, and interviewing techniques. Each student enrolled in this class is required to complete a 180-hour internship, which provides an opportunity to develop occupational skills through on-the-job work experience. Students are encouraged to attend bimonthly Collegiate DECA Meetings. Variable hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: BMGT 105 and a minimum of 24 semester hours of credit in the Business Management degree program.

Corequisites: None

MKTG 115 - Principles of Marketing (3 credits)

This course is a study of the marketing process in a dynamic environment. The course focuses on the needs of consumers and their buying behavior based on the marketing mix and the process of distribution. The course further identifies the various advertising media and how these mediums are used to promote products and services and the ethical consequences of marketing in the economy. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: READ 02 or Reading placement of ENGL 111

Corequisites: None

MKTG 118 - Retail Merchandising (3 credits)

This course is a study of general retailing principles, procedures, and mathematical computations for retail buying and merchandising. Concepts covered include an in-depth study of the components of a budget, retail financial planning, and channel operations. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: READ 02 or Reading placement of ENGL 111

Corequisites: None

MKTG 119 - Advertising (3 credits)

In this course, students will learn the essential components of advertising and promotion. This will include the creative, planning, and budgetary processes that help businesses prepare an advertising strategy that positions their organizations for growth. The course is project focused to enable students to have hands on experience in the creative processes of developing advertisement and in learning the strategy behind it with the creation of a business advertising plan for a local business. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

MKTG 128 - Professional Selling (3 credits)

This course is a study of the marketing competencies for professional selling. Concepts covered include selling as a profession, the steps in the selling process, relationship selling, and the relationship selling process. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: READ 02 or Reading placement of ENGL 111

Corequisites: None

MLT 150 - Introduction to Laboratory Science Methods (2 credits)

This course orients the student to the concepts encompassed in the laboratory environment, to include safe specimen handling, testing procedures, reporting results, basic quality control, laboratory organization, and professionalism. Lecture 2 hours per week.

Credits: 2
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: Admission into the MHPC MLT Program

Corequisites: None

MLT 210 - Immunology (3 credits)

This course consists of the principles and theories of antigen and antibody reactions and the immune system as related to diagnostic serologic procedures. Lecture 2 hours/Laboratory 2 hours/Total 4 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: Admission into the MHPC MLT Program

Corequisites: None

MLT 220 - Clinical Chemistry and Urinalysis (5 credits)

This course introduces the student to methods of analysis of chemical components found in the human body, the testing methodologies for those constituents and the results as applied to normal and abnormal disease states. Lecture 4 hours/Laboratory 2 hours/Total 6 hours per week.

Credits: 5
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: Admission into the MHPC MLT Program

Corequisites: None

MLT 250 - Hematology and Coagulation (5 credits)

This course studies the cellular structures in blood, normal and abnormal cell development, alterations present in disease, and the mechanisms of coagulation. Lecture 4 hours/Laboratory 2 hours/Total 6 hours per week.

Credits: 5
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: Admission into the MHPC MLT Program

Corequisites: None

MLT 260 - Phlebotomy (2 credits)

This course covers various procedures in performing venipuncture and other specialized collection techniques in addition to laws and regulations for safe phlebotomy practices. Lecture 1 hour/Laboratory 2 hours/Total 3 hours per week.

Credits: 2
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: Admission into the MHPC MLT Program

Corequisites: None

MLT 270 - Immunohematology (5 credits)

This course consists of concepts, applications, and discrepancies of blood group testing, screening and crossmatch procedures, and identifying unexpected antibodies. Lecture 4 hours/Laboratory 2 hours/Total 6 hours per week.

Credits: 5
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: Admission into the MHPC MLT Program

Corequisites: None

MLT 280 - Clinical Microbiology (4 credits)

This course consists of the role of pathogenic bacteria and other microorganisms which will include bacterial culturing, differentiation and identification of human normal flora and disease-causing microorganisms. Lecture 3 hours/Laboratory 2 hours/Total 5 hours per week.

Credits: 4
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: Admission into the MHPC MLT Program

Corequisites: None

MLT 290 - Parasitology, Mycology, Virology (1 credit)

This course introduces the student to parasites, fungus, and viruses and their role in human health and disease. Lecture 1 hour per week.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: Admission into the MHPC MLT Program

Corequisites: None

MLT 291 - Hematology and Coagulation Practicum (2 credits)

Supervised clinical practice coordinated by the Consortium, in the hematology lab of selected clinical affiliates. Laboratory 4 hours per week.

Credits: 2
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: Admission into the MHPC MLT Program

Corequisites: None

MLT 292 - Clinical Chemistry Practicum (2 credits)

Supervised clinical practice coordinated by the Consortium in the clinical chemistry lab of selected clinical affiliates. Laboratory 4 hours per week.

Credits: 2
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: Admission into the MHPC MLT Program

Corequisites: None

MLT 293 - Clinical Microbiology Practicum (2 credits)

Supervised clinical practice coordinated by the Consortium, in the clinical microbiology lab of selected clinical affiliates. Laboratory 4 hours per week.

Credits: 2
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: Admission into the MHPC MLT Program

Corequisites: None

MLT 294 - Immunohematology Practicum (2 credits)

Supervised clinical practice coordinated by the Consortium, in the clinical immunohematology lab of selected clinical affiliates. Laboratory 4 hours per week.

Credits: 2
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: Admission into the MHPC MLT Program

Corequisites: None

MST 115 - IT Essentials (3 credits)

IT Essentials introduces students to the fundamentals of computer hardware and software, mobile devices, security and networking concepts, and the responsibilities of an IT professional.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: ENGL 02 and READ 02 or Writing and Reading placement of ENGL 111

Corequisites: None

MST 117 - Linux Essentials (3 credits)

This course provides the fundamental knowledge and concepts for choosing an operating system, basic information on open source software and licenses, basic understanding of scripting, and learning how to use command lines. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: ENGL 02 and READ 02 or Writing and Reading placement of ENGL 111

Corequisites: None

MST 118 - Networking I (3 credits)

Networking I introduces the architecture, structure, functions and components of the Internet and other computer networks. Students are provided a basic knowledge of network operation and building simple local area networks (LANs), performing basic configurations for routers and switches, and implementing Internet Protocol (IP). Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: ENGL 02 and READ 02 or Writing and Reading placement of ENGL 111

Corequisites: None

MST 128 - Networking II (3 credits)

Networking II reinforces knowledge of the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a small networks and introduces wireless local area networks (WLAN) and security concepts. Students learn configuration of routers and switches for advanced functionality using security best practices and troubleshooting to resolve common issues with protocols in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: MST 118 with a minimum letter grade of C

Corequisites: None

MST 135 - IT Customer Service and Support (3 credits)

This course covers topics such as customer service, working in an Information Technology department, writing technical reports and presentations, and creating schematic designs for networks. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

MST 197 - Coordinated Internship Project I (3 credits)

This course is a supervised on-the-job training course that provides practical experience in a microcomputer support system or closely related area for graduating students. Students work in a 120-hour training cycle during which he/she will work with direct supervision from an employer and indirect supervision from an instructor from the Business/IST department in an approved business organization or professional environment. Students also prepare for an industry-recognized certification exam. This is the first internship for the AAS IT Specialist degree program. Variable hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: MST 128 with a minimum letter grade of C

Corequisites: None

MST 217 - Network Security (3 credits)

This course is designed to expand networking student? basic network and operating system skills to include planning, implementing, and auditing of a systems security. The course covers various aspects of designing and implementing a secure network for both home and office. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

MST 218 - Server Administration I (3 credits)

Server Administration I provides an in-depth and hands-on examination of the processes required to install, configure, and manage a modern server operating system. Topics include installation and monitoring of the operating system, storage and file systems, virtualization, and high-availability solutions. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: MST 128 with a minimum letter grade of C

Corequisites: None

MST 219 - Server Administration II (3 credits)

Server Administration II provides in-depth coverage of the skills needed to configure identity services such as Active Directory, user and computer accounts, Group Policy, and Certificate Services in a modern server operating system. Students examine diverse facets of server identity management, including Active Directory OUs and accounts, Group Policy and preferences, domain controller and Active Directory management, Certificate Services, and advanced identity solutions. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: MST 218 with a minimum letter grade of C

Corequisites: None

MST 220 - Server Administration III (3 credits)

Server Administration III provides in-depth coverage of the skills required to configure network services in a modern sever operating system. Students examine topics at the intersection of Networking and Server Administration, including TCP/IP Addressing, DNS configuration, DHCP configuration, remote access, distributed file-sharing solutions, and advanced network features configuration. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: MST 128 and MST 219 with a minimum letter grade of C

Corequisites: None

MST 227 - Introduction to Programming (3 credits)

In this first programming course, students construct programs to solve problems and explore program development in a graphical environment. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: ENGL 02 and READ 02 or Writing and Reading placement of ENGL 111

Corequisites: None

MST 228 - Networking III (3 credits)

Networking III emphasizes the architecture, components, operations, and security in scaling for large, complex networks, including wide area networks (WAN) technologies. The course emphasizes network security concepts and introduces network virtualization and automation. Students learn to configure, troubleshoot, and secure enterprise network devices and discover how application programming interfaces (API) and configuration management tools enable network automation. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: MST 128 with a minimum letter grade of C

Corequisites: None

MST 235 - IT Practicum and Survey (3 credits)

In this course, students solve various IT issues utilizing skills covered throughout the IT Specialist program. Emphasis for this course will be network design, implementation, and maintenance. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

MST 297 - Coordinated Internship Project II (3 credits)

This course is a supervised on-the-job training course that provides practical experience in a microcomputer support system or closely related area for graduating students. Students work in a 120-hour training cycle during which he/she will work with direct supervision from an employer and indirect supervision from an instructor from the Business/IST department in an approved business organization or professional environment. This is the final internship for the AAS IT Specialist degree program. Variable hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

MUSC 01-08 - Recitals and Concerts (0 credits)

Students gain listening skills and musical knowledge through attendance at approved recitals and concerts. All applied music students (MUSP) are required to enroll concurrently each semester in this course.

Credits: 0
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

MUSC 1011-1018 - Three Rivers Symphonic Band (1 credit)

Instrumental ensemble emphasizing performance of all types of wind ensemble music. Membership is open to all TRC students and community members regardless of major. Performance scholarships are available by audition. Laboratory 3.5 hours per week.

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Credits: 1
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: Audition with instructor

Corequisites: None

MUSC 1021-1028 - Three Rivers Jazz and Pep Band (1 credit)

Students enrolled in jazz/pep band gain practical musical experience working in various instrumental combinations and styles and acquire training in jazz musicality, phrasing, improvisation, and ensemble playing primarily as it has to do with important composers from the jazz realm (but also rock, funk, Afro-Cuban, Afro-beat, etc.). Members are assessed through the rehearsal and public performance of both newly written and classic works for large and small jazz ensemble. Laboratory 3 hours per week.

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MOTR PERF 102B

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: Audition with instructor

Corequisites: None

MUSC 1031-1038 - Three Rivers Chorus (1 credit)

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MOTR PERF 102C

Credits: 1
Semester(s):

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: The non-auditioned choir is open to all students with musical ability and/or prior choral experience. The group presents at least one public performance each semester comprised of music in variety of styles from different historical periods. Laboratory 3 hours per week.

MUSC 1041-1048 - Three Rivers Swingsations (1 credit)

The auditioned choir is open to students with demonstrated musical ability and prior choral experience. The group presents at least one public performance each semester comprised of music in variety of styles from different historical periods. Laboratory 3 hours per week.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: Audition with instructor

Corequisites: None

MUSC 110 - Brass Techniques (1 credit)

Students develop the knowledge and skills necessary for teaching the trombone, French horn, euphonium, and tuba in a beginning instrumental program. Laboratory 2 hours per week.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: Instructor consent

Corequisites: None

MUSC 1131-1138 - Small Ensemble (1 credit)

Small Ensemble emphasizes performance of all types of ensemble music.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Spring, Fall

Prerequisites: Instructor consent

Corequisites: None

MUSC 120 - Percussion Techniques (1 credit)

Students develop the knowledge and skills necessary for teaching the percussion instruments in a beginning instrumental program. Laboratory 2 hours per week.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: Instructor consent

Corequisites: None

MUSC 123 - History and Appreciation of Music (3 credits)

An introductory course designed to enhance the ability to appreciate Western art music. This course includes basic elements of music and artistic characteristics of composers, as well as listening to musical selections in order to identify composers and relevant historical trends. Students assess the cultural and musical content of an approved live musical performance. Lecture 3 hours per week.

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MOTR MUSC 100

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Prerequisites: READ 02 or Reading placement of ENGL 111

Corequisites: None

MUSC 130 - String Techniques (1 credit)

Students develop the knowledge and skills necessary for teaching the string instruments in a beginning instrumental program. Laboratory 2 hours per week.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: Instructor consent

Corequisites: None

MUSC 131 - Aural Skills I (1 credit)

This course is an aural study of simple and compound meters, intervals, triads, and melodies with harmonic progressions. Singing melodies and counting rhythms. Lecture 1 hour/Laboratory 1 hour/Total 2 hours per week.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: MUSC 141

MUSC 132 - Aural Skills II (1 credit)

This course is a continuation of MUSC 131. Lecture 1 hour/Laboratory 1 hour/Total 2 hours per week.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: MUSC 131 and MUSC 141 or instructor consent

Corequisites: MUSC 142

MUSC 140 - Woodwind Techniques (1 credit)

Students develop the knowledge and skills necessary for teaching the saxophone, oboe, bassoon, and flute in a beginning instrumental program. Laboratory 2 hours per week.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: Instructor consent

Corequisites: None

MUSC 141 - Theory I, Harmony (3 credits)

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MOTR MUSC 101

Credits: 3
Semester(s):

Prerequisites: MUSC 131

Corequisites: Theory I, Harmony is an introductory course in reading music, learning major and minor scales and key signatures, writing and identifying intervals, knowing what time signatures represent and how that is notated, writing and analyzing major, minor diminished, and Augmented triads, and learning what to expect in common harmonic motion in both major and minor keys. Lecture 3 hours per week.

MUSC 142 - Theory II, Harmony (3 credits)

This course is a written study of four-part diatonic harmony, inversion, harmonic motion, and normal progression. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credits: 3
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: MUSC 141 or instructor consent

Corequisites: None

MUSC 150 - Functional Piano I (1 credit)

This course is a course focusing on basic piano skills to enable the musician to function in the classroom and studio. Laboratory 2 hours per week.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: Instructor consent

Corequisites: None

MUSC 153 - Functional Piano II (1 credit)

This course is a continuation of the development of basic functional piano skills. Laboratory 2 hours per week.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Spring

Prerequisites: MUSC 150 or instructor consent

Corequisites: None

MUSC 170 - Guitar Techniques (1 credit)

Students develop the knowledge and skills necessary for incorporating the guitar into the elementary music classroom or to implement a beginning guitar program at the secondary level. Laboratory 2 hours per week.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: Instructor consent

Corequisites: None

MUSC 180 - Trumpet Techniques (1 credit)

Students develop the knowledge and skills necessary for teaching the trumpet in a beginning instrumental program. Laboratory 2 hours per week.

Credits: 1
Semester(s): Fall

Prerequisites: Instructor consent

Corequisites: None

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