2012-2014 Course Catalog - Mount Marty College

Yankton | Watertown | Sioux Falls
1105 W. 8th Street, Yankton, SD
2012-2014 Course Catalog

TABLE OF CONTENTS
This catalog is intended to serve students and prospective students as an advisory document and guide to program
planning, institutional services, regulations guiding enrollment and related policies and procedures at Mount Marty College. The
college reserves the right to deny admission and adjust conditions of enrollment, class offerings and services rendered as dictated
by the limits of institutional resources, enrollment conditions and federal and state statutes.
Mount Marty College welcomes students of all faiths. Mount Marty College promotes a policy of nondiscrimination in
all programs with respect to sex, race, age, color, national origin, religious preference and disabilities.
If there are any discrepancies between the college catalog and student handbook regarding academic policies, the
college catalog and/or the most recent educational policy will take precedence. If discrepancies occur in students affairs policies,
the student handbook will take precedence.
Welcome from President ..........................................................................................1
Academic Calendars
Undergraduate, Graduate Education Nursing ........................................…2
Graduate Nurse Anesthesia. ...................................................................…3
Past & Present
History .......................................................................................................4
Accreditation & Memberships ...................................................................4
Affiliated Institutions .................................................................................4
Statements of Mission, Beliefs, Vision, Values .........................................5
Facilities .....................................................................................................5
Admissions ................................................................................................................8
Undergradaute ............................................................................................8
Graduate ...................................................................................................10
Campus Life ............................................................................................................13
Financial Information
Costs. ........................................................................................................18
Financial Assistance. .................................................................................20
Academic Policies ....................................................................................................25
Graduation Requirements......................................................................................36
Degrees, Majors & Minors .....................................................................................41
Undergraduate Programs........................................................................................43
Undergraduate Course Descriptions ...................................................................105
Graduate Programs ...............................................................................................154
Graduate Course Descriptions .............................................................................160

College Register
Board of Trustees ...................................................................................168
Faculty ...................................................................................................169

Mount Marty College is pleased to provide you with the
2012-2014 academic catalog. This catalog provides detailed
information regarding academic programming as well as
requirements for each of the degrees offered by Mount Marty
College. In addition you will find important information
regarding your responsibilities as a student as well as policies and
procedures of Mount Marty College. Please take time to
familiarize yourself with the information in this publication and
to use the information as your guide in assisting you with your
educational pursuits.
We, the members of the Mount Marty College
Community, are happy to assist you with questions that may arise as you continue your
education on any of our three locations: Yankton, Sioux Falls, and Watertown. We trust that you
will achieve a high level of personal satisfaction with your endeavors and find ways to
incorporate our Benedictine values of Awareness of God, Community, Hospitality, and Life-long
Learning into your lives.
Please feel free to contact any of our administrative offices for additional information
regarding matters contained in this catalog. We are happy to assist you with your questions.
Joseph N. Benoit, Ph.D.
President
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Undergraduate, Graduate Education, Graduate Nursing Academic Calendars
Fall 2012 Fall 2013
First Day of Classes August 27 August 26
Last Day for Adding Classes
Fall Balances Due (or approved payment plan)
Labor Day: No Classes
August 31
September 3
August 30
September 2
Native American/Columbus Day: No Classes October 8 October 14
Midterm Week October 15-19 October 14-18
Last Day to Change a Class to Pass/Fail
Last Day to Withdraw from Class or College with a Grade of W
Thanksgiving Break (Wednesday through Friday)
October 30
November 21-23
October 29
November 27-29
Final Exams (Tuesday through Friday) December 11-14 December 10-13
December Commencement (Yankton & Sioux Falls) December 15 December 14
Grades Due in Registrar's Office December 17 December 16
Spring 2013 Spring 2014
First Day of Classes January 14 January 13
Last Day for Adding Classes
Spring Balances Due (or approved payment plan)
Presidents Day: No Classes
January 18
February 18
January 17
February 17
Midterm Week
Spring Break (Watertown)
Spring Break (Yankton)
March 4-8
March 11-15
March 3-7
March 10-14
Last Day to Change a Class to Pass/Fail
Last Day to Withdraw from Class or College with a Grade of "W"
Easter Vacation (Thursday, Friday, Monday)
March 25
March 28-April 1
March 24
April 17-21
May Commencement (Watertown) May 4 May 3
Final Exams (Monday through Thursday) May 6-9 May 5-8
May Commencement (Yankton) May 11 May 10
Grades Due in Registrar's Office May 13 May 12
Summer 2013 Summer 2014
First Day of Classes (varying mini-terms) May 13 May 12
Last Day of Classes August 23 August 22
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Graduate Nurse Anesthesia Academic Calendars
Fall 2012 Fall 2013
First Day of Classes August 27 August 26
Last Day for Adding Classes August 31 August 30
Labor Day: No Classes September 3 September 2
Native American/Columbus Day: No Classes October 8 October 14
Midterm Week October 15-19 October 14-18
Last Day to Withdraw from Class or College with a Grade of W October 30 October 29
Thanksgiving Break (Wednesday through Friday) November 21-23 November 27-29
Final Exams (Tuesday through Friday) December 11-14 Decmeber 10-13
Clinical Instruction December 17-21 December 16-20
December Commencement (Yankton & Sioux Falls Campuses) December 15 December 14
Grades Due in Registrar's Office December 17 December 16
Spring 2013 Spring 2014
First Day of Classes January 7 January 6
Last Day for Adding Classes January 11 January 10
Presidents Day: No Classes February 18 February 17
Midterm Week February 25-March 1 February 24-28
Spring Break --- March 10-14
Last Day to Withdraw from Class or College with a Grade of "W" March 25 March 24
Spring Break March 25-27 ---
Easter Break (Thursday, Friday, Monday) March 28-April 1 April 17-21
Final Exams (Monday through Friday) April 15-19 April 14-18
Clinical Instruction April 22-26 April 21-25
Baccalaureate May 10 May 9
May Commencement (Yankton Campus) May 11 May 10
Grades Due in Registrar's Office May 13 May 12
Summer 2013 Summer 2014
First Day of Classes May 6 May 5
Last Day for Adding Classes May 10 May 9
Memorial Day: No Classes May 27 May 26
Last Day to Withdraw from Class or College with a Grade of "W" June 24 June 24
Independence Day: No Classes July 4-5 July 4
Final Exams July 29-Aug 2 July 28-Aug 1
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PAST and PRESENT
History
Mount Marty College is a Catholic, Benedictine, coeducational institute of higher learning founded in 1936 by the Sisters of
Saint Benedict of Yankton, South Dakota. The college is named in memory of Martin Marty, a Benedictine missionary to the
Native Americans who came to Dakota Territory in 1876, became the Territory’s first Catholic bishop and invited the
Benedictine sisters to establish a religious community in Yankton.
The college functioned as a junior college for women for 15 years; in 1951 it awarded its first Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor
of Science degrees. In 1969, the college became coeducational. Associate of Arts degree programs were introduced in 1975 in
areas compatible with already existing programs. The Watertown location opened in 1979. Graduate study was begun with the
first Master of Science degree awarded in 1985 and the first Master of Arts degree awarded in 1999.
In keeping with the Benedictine tradition, the college exists as a community of learners. Primary emphasis is placed on the
development of each person as a complete human being with intellectual competence, professional and personal skills and a
composite of moral, spiritual and social values.
The mission of the college is renewed year by year in the framework of Benedictine tradition, the apostolate of the Catholic
church, the goals of American higher education and the educational needs of men and women of this region.
Mount Marty College determines its general policies and objectives in the context of its original charter, historical
development, educational needs of the region and the professional goals of the entire college staff. The Benedictine Community
of Sacred Heart Monastery is the sponsoring agent of the college; the Board of Trustees is the final governing board of the
institution itself.
Accreditation & Memberships
Mount Marty is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges
and Schools, 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504; 800-621-7440;
www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org.
The college is a member of the American Council on Education, American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education,
American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, Association of Governing Boards of Universities and
Colleges, Association of Veterans Education Certifying Officials, Council of Independent Colleges, National Association of
College and University Business Officers, National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, National Student Clearinghouse,
South Dakota Foundation of Independent Colleges, Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities and Great Plains Athletic
Conference.
The following programs are approved and/or accredited by specialized accrediting bodies:
Graduate Nurse Anesthesia Program by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs
(COA), 222 S. Prospect Ave., Park Ridge, IL 60068; 847-692-7050; a specialized accrediting body recognized by
the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and the U.S. Department of Education (USDE). The
program’s next review by the COA is projected to be 2014.
Nursing Program is approved by the South Dakota Board of Nursing and is accredited by the Commission on
Collegiate Nursing Education; One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530; Washington, DC 20036; Phone: 202-887-
6791 x 256
Teacher Education Program by the South Dakota State Board of Education, 700 Governors Drive, Pierre SD
57501.
Mount Marty College is registered as a private institution with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education pursuant to
sections 136A.61 to 136A.71. Registration is not an endorsement of the institution. Credits earned at the institution may not
transfer to all other institutions.” Private Institution Registration must be renewed annually but remains in effect unless
voluntarily surrendered by a school or withdrawn by this office. (See Minn. Rules 4840.0700)
Affiliated Institutions
Mount Marty College maintains affiliations for the teacher education and nursing programs with the Yankton School
District, Yankton Sacred Heart Elementary and Middle Schools, Yankton Christian School and other area elementary and
secondary schools. In addition, the college is affiliated with a variety of national, state and local agencies and institutions. Among
them are: Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, Avera Sacred Heart Home Health Agency, Avera Sacred Heart Majestic Bluffs, Avera
Yankton Care Center, Department of Health Community Health Services, Best/Finehost, Inc., the George S. Mickelson Center
for the Neurosciences, Yankton Area Adjustment Training Center, Inc., Yankton Bone and Joint Clinic, Yankton Christian
School, Yankton Federal Prison Camp and Yankton Medical Center, all of Yankton, SD; Heart Hospital, Children’s Care
Hospital and School, Sioux Valley Hospital and Avera McKennan Hospital, all of Sioux Falls, SD; Mercy Medical Health
Center, Sioux City, IA; South Dakota Department of Health, Pierre, SD; St. Michael’s Hospital, Tyndall, SD; Prairie Lakes
Hospital, Watertown, SD; Indian Health Service, Wagner, SD; Norfolk Community Health Clinic, Norfolk Family Planning of
Norfolk, NE; and Santee Health Center of Santee, NE.
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Students engaged in professional internship or travel and placement experiences have been welcomed in all parts of this and
foreign countries as well.
Mission Statement
Mount Marty College, an academic community in the Catholic Benedictine liberal arts tradition, prepares students for a
contemporary world of work, service to the human community and personal growth.
Statement of Beliefs
The Statement of Beliefs of Mount Marty College is based on the tradition of the Benedictine Sisters of Sacred Heart
Monastery, Yankton, South Dakota. Central to this Gospel-based tradition are the four Core Values of Mount Marty College:
Awareness of God, Community, Hospitality, and Life-Long Learning.
We Believe:
• That education occurs best within a supportive Christian community in which each person is encouraged
to grow and develop.
• That each person is to be treated with respect, and that human life, from conception to death, is to be
safeguarded with the greatest care.
• That each person has the responsibility to share gifts and talents in service to the human community and
to be a responsible steward of the goods of the universe.
• That education is a shared responsibility of students, faculty, and staff.
• That contemporary liberal arts education assists in integrating professional aims with the broader
purpose of human life.
• That the College has the responsibility to provide a climate which supports faith development within
one’s own religious tradition, while remaining true to its Catholic sponsorship.
• That education is a lifelong process.
Statement of Vision
Mount Marty College is committed to becoming a preeminent academic institution in the region, combining the liberal
arts and career-oriented education.
Statement of Value
Values, more than any other element, are the “heart and soul” of an institution. They provide stability in times of
change, forbearance in the face of challenge, and nourishment to strengthen performance. It is important to define explicitly those
values that reflect what our institution stands for, what we believe in, what we expect from ourselves and each other, and perhaps
most importantly, what we aspire to be.
These are the values that will guide Mount Marty College through the future:
Yankton Campus
Awareness of God
• to remember that the Divine Presence is everywhere
• to appreciate personal growth within a Christian atmosphere
• to foster integrity in all interactions
• to promote the integration of learning and faith
• to recognize that academic leaders are ministers as well as educators
Community
• to build relationships based on trust
• to establish cooperative efforts to create value-centered lives
• to create opportunities for service as a way to express a corporate witness
• to recognize that educational quality is grounded in person-centered communities
Hospitality
• to respond to all as Christ Himself
• to provide an environment in which all are welcomed and respected
Life-Long Learning
• to promote a wholistic approach to learning
• to develop life skills
• to develop critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills
• to equate quality of life with the value of Life-Long Learning
Bede Hall, the most historic building on campus, is located on the southeast corner of the Mount Marty College campus.
Bede Hall houses the administrative offices of Mount Marty College. Classrooms, computer and science laboratories, a Bistro,
music conservatory, a curriculum library and dorm rooms are also located in this building. Facing the east entrance of Bede is the
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statue of Bishop Martin Marty, for whom the college is named. Benedictine Abbot Martin Marty came to Dakota Territory in
1876 in answer to a call from the Bureau of Catholic Indian Missions to fill a void in Catholic leadership on the Indian frontier.
During the time he served as vicar general of Dakota Territory, Bishop Marty offered an abandoned school building in Yankton
to the Benedictine sisters, who converted it to a monastery and named it Sacred Heart.
Bishop Martin Marty Memorial Chapel, the chapel of the Sisters of Sacred Heart Monastery, is a distinctive Yankton
landmark and considered one of the country’s best examples of Western Gothic architecture. Built in 1950, it connects Sacred
Heart Monastery with Bede Hall. The chapel hosts many special events such as Mount Marty’s fall opening mass, Christmas
Vespers and spring baccalaureate. Daily Mass and Liturgy of the Hours are offered in the lower level Peace Chapel, which
serves as the students’ chapel for weekly Sunday afternoon Mass.
Corbey Hall is the residence hall for women. This four story building can house 212 residents. Corbey Hall is also the
location of the Mount Marty College child care center.
Laddie E. Cimpl Arena opened in 1988 and is named in honor of a longtime Yankton community leader and Mount Marty
benefactor. The 26,000 square foot facility has a wood floor for basketball and volleyball courts, a jogging track, one racquetball
court, a training room, locker room facilities, stadium and bleacher seating for 1,800. It provides an opportunity for intramural
sports, teaching, recreation and inter-collegiate athletics.
Marian Auditorium opened in 1955 and was names after the Virgin Mary. It is a fully equipped proscenium theatre with a
seating capacity of 606 and a 25-lineset counterweight fly system. The auditorium also houses a 2-manual pipe organ built by
Moeller. A large music rehearsal room, Gregory Hall, is adjacent to the auditorium. Cultural events are provided for the college
and local community through the lecture arts program. These events, which are designed to be educational and enjoyable, may
include lectures, music, dance and theatrical performances.
Old Library houses forensic and other science laboratories, academic computing facilities and classrooms. This building is
located on the north end of the campus and is attached to the Laddie E. Cimpl Arena.
The President’s Home was donated in 2000 and is located at 1105 Walnut Street.
Roncalli Center opened in 1967 and was named after Pope John XXIII. It is Mount Marty College’s student center and is the
home of the dining facilities, financial assistance office, admissions office, meeting rooms, Bede Art Gallery,
television/recreation area and student affairs offices. Roncalli also houses the Moderator (student newspaper), campus ministry
and chaplain’s office.
Bede Art Gallery provides a cultural center where professional artists can showcase their work. The gallery is located in the
Roncalli Center on the Mount Marty College campus. The gallery is named after and in remembrance of Bede the Venerable.
One student art show is exhibited each semester as well as work of other artists across the region on a month-to-month schedule
in conjunction with the academic calendar. Professional artists often participate in workshops and gallery talks. This provides an
opportunity for the community to share and broaden aesthetic dialogue and perspectives and provides a forum to enhance career
development. By way of the Anna Matuska Stapinski Endowment, Mount Marty College purchases original works of art as part
of its permanent collection in supporting professional artists and development.
PAGES Bookstore provides new, used and rental textbooks for the academic programs of the college, along with other
supplies needed for course work. The bookstore conducts a perpetual textbook buy-back program. As a social focal point on
campus, PAGES carries Mount Marty College sportswear and other insignia items. The mailroom, operating within the
Bookstore, distributes campus mail and offers various methods of shipping packages. Campus event scheduling also operates
within the bookstore, creating contracts for off campus clients in addition to arranging events.
Scholastica Learning Center (SLC) was named in honor of the sister of St. Benedict. The 40,800 square footage building
houses 43 rooms including classrooms, offices and multi-use areas.
The First Dakota National Bank Board Room is used by the Mount Marty College Board of Trustees for their regular board
meetings and meetings of board committees as well as Student Government Association meetings and special events.
The Center for Academic Excellence houses the Assessment and Learning Centers which focus on the success of each
student at Mount Marty College and support the faculty in assessing their courses and their programs.
The Career Counseling and Placement Center offers specialized individual career counseling and testing services for all
Mount Marty College students.
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The Cyber Café, which provides a link from the Roncalli Center to the Scholastica Learning Center, offers a coffeehouse
atmosphere and is a popular gathering place for students, faculty and staff. The Cyber Café serves two major needs of the
students. It brings food service to the crossroads of the campus, drawing students together for meals and social interaction.
Computer ports, located in the seating areas allow students to use their laptops to review class work and assignments, collaborate
with peers, communicate with faculty and access Internet resources within the café. An outside courtyard allows students to study
at outdoor tables and chairs. A comfortable seating area is located near the entrance to the Cyber Café.
A state-of-the-art Distance Learning Classroom allows Mount Marty College to offer distance learning instruction to South
Dakota and the surrounding region. It also makes it possible to offer outreach classes to students on the Watertown and Sioux
Falls locations of Mount Marty College.
The Mother Jerome Library occupies more than one third of the square footage in the Scholastica Learning Center. Its
collections include more than 75,000 print volumes, over 2,000 videos/DVDs, approximately 350 current periodical titles,
numerous online databases, audio-visual workstations, study rooms, a computer lab and reading areas. With contemporary study
areas and technology, the library is a vital link to all students – residential, commuter and non-traditional - as they seek to excel
in their studies. The atmosphere is conducive to research, reading and studying individually as well as in small groups.
The Oratory complements Bishop Marty Memorial Chapel on the south side of the Mount Marty College campus. It is easily
accessible to students during the day and is also utilized by campus ministry. It is a beautiful testament to the Catholic
Benedictine principles of the college.
Whitby Hall is the residence hall for men. It opened in 1955 and was named for a Benedictine Alley in England. Remodeled
the summer of 2003, this four-story building can house 88 residents.
Sioux Falls Location
The Mount Marty College location in Sioux Falls is conveniently located on 41 st Street near Interstate I-29. The 25,000 sq.
ft. building houses the nurse anesthesia graduate program. Within the facility, there are two modern classrooms, a conference
room, a reading room, three student study rooms and faculty offices. There is a large common area with tables, microwave ovens
and a refrigerator for student use. Wireless Internet access is available throughout the building. As partners in the Wegner
Health Science Information Center consortium, students have access to a comprehensive library of textbooks and journals as well
as off-site electronic access to most materials.
The Human Patient Simulation Laboratory provides students opportunities to develop technical and critical thinking skills
without compromising patient safety. The heart of the laboratory is its METI Human Patient Simulator (HPS). The life-size
computer-controlled simulator has accurately modeled cardiovascular and respiratory systems. It can mimic both healthy and
complex patients requiring anesthesia or critical nursing care. The laboratory also houses a variety of state-of-the-art equipment
for anesthesia delivery, airway management, vascular line placement, and regional anesthetics. Students receive tailored
(individualized), small group instruction in the simulation laboratory throughout the first year of the anesthesia program.
Watertown Location
The Watertown location provides coursework leading to associate and bachelor degrees. The Redlinger Administrative
Building, located at the intersection of 11th Street and Arrow Avenue, houses college offices and two classrooms. Additionally,
courses utilize classroom, library, and laboratory space at Lake Area Technical Institute. As a Benedictine college, the
Watertown location maintains a close relationship with Mother of God Monastery in Watertown.
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ADMISSIONS
Undergraduate Programs
Admission to Mount Marty College signifies the administration’s belief in the prospective student’s ability to earn a
degree. The admission process requires a thorough evaluation of the student. Mount Marty College specifically prohibits
discrimination in its policies and practices against any individual for reason of race, color, creed, age, handicap, disability,
gender, national or ethnic origin.
All applications for admission must be submitted no later than the last business day prior to the semester start date. The
application file, including application fee, official secondary and post-secondary transcript(s) and any other required
documentation, must be complete no later than the end of the third week of the semester. If the application file is not complete by
this date, financial assistance will be revoked (if awarded). At this point, the student will be changed to unclassified status and is
responsible for all accrued costs.
Once a student is admitted to Mount Marty College, an academic advisor is assigned to assist with academic advising
and course registration. Students are admitted to Mount Marty College with general admission and not to a specific major or
academic program. Upon enrollment and completing requirements, students make application to a specific major.
The college reserves the right to deny admission.
Secondary and Post-Secondary Transcript Submission Policy
In order for a transcript to be considered official, it must be sent directly from the crediting institution to Mount
Marty’s Admission Office. Any transcript received not by this method will be considered unofficial.
Acceptance Policies & Procedures
First-Time College Students – High School Graduates
Applicants are eligible for admission if they have a cumulative high school grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale
AND achieve an ACT composite of 18 or above OR SAT composite of 1290 or above. All applicants must submit an application,
application fee and an official high school transcript from an accredited institution. Official ACT or SAT scores are required if
the applicant is under 21 years of age. If an applicant has not yet graduated from high school at the time of acceptance, a final,
official high school transcript must be submitted before they begin their first semester at MMC.
If an applicant receives a high school diploma through an accredited institution for homeschooling, this is considered
equivalent to a high school diploma. Homeschool graduates must submit official homeschool transcripts and documentation of
authorization for homeschooling. However, if the applicant’s home-schooled education is not through an accredited institution,
an official GED transcript is required in addition to meeting the ACT or SAT score requirements.
First-Time College Students – GED
Applicants with a General Education Development (GED) certificate are eligible for admission if they earned a 50
average (or comparable score) on the GED. An official GED transcript will be considered equivalent to an official high school
transcript for purposes of admission.
Mount Marty College reserves the right to request ACT or SAT scores as well as a partial high school transcript prior
to enrollment from applicants with a GED. If college credit was received during high school, an official college transcript is also
required.
Transfer College Students
Applicants are considered transfer students if they enroll in a minimum of one college-level credit hour after high
school graduation, not including the summer immediately following high school graduation. Applicants are eligible for admission
if they have a cumulative college grade point average of 2.0 for all college coursework previously attempted. All applicants must
submit an application, application fee, official high school or GED transcript and official transcript(s) of all previous college
coursework. After application has been made, a transfer credit evaluation will be completed to determine transferability of prior
coursework. Courses completed for credit at accredited institutions are generally accepted with a grade of a C- or better. See
‘Transfer of Credits’ section below for more information.
International Students
To be admitted, international students must meet the same admission criteria as first-time college or transfer students
from the United States. Applicants from foreign countries are advised to begin application procedures at least six months in
advance of anticipated enrollment.
The applicant must submit an application, application fee, official transcripts for any US based coursework and
appropriate academic credential evaluation(s) of non-US based coursework. All secondary and post-secondary transcript(s) from
institutions that are not based on the United States and/or not transcripted in the English language must be submitted to an
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approved service for academic credential evaluation. This official academic credential evaluation must be submitted to Mount
Marty directly from the evaluating service. All evaluations are subject to policies as printed in the Mount Marty College catalog.
Applicants whose native language is not English are required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language
(TOEFL) and receive a minimum score of 500 on the paper-based test, 175 on the computer-based test or 60 on the Internetbased
test. Official TOEFL test results must be sent to Mount Marty College.
Before admission, international students must prove that financial resources are available to them to cover all
educational costs while attending MMC. International students are required to submit a completed International Student Financial
Affidavit Form along with appropriate documentation of financial resources.
For more detailed, step-by-step directions to the international admissions process, please reference the website at
http://www.mtmc.edu/admissions/international.aspx.
International students enrolled at the College under a student visa are responsible for maintaining his or her status and
must consult with the Designated School Official (DSO) with all matters related to enrollment. Failure to do so will result in the
loss of status and make the student subject to deportation. To maintain status, the student is responsible for maintaining health
insurance, a valid passport, a valid I-20 and continual enrollment as a full-time student. Students must also notify the DSO of
changes of program, residence, graduation date and funding sources. International students on student visa are not authorized to
work off-campus without prior approval by the DSO.
Readmission
Students who withdraw from college, earn a degree, break consecutive enrollment or who are suspended or dismissed
for academic or disciplinary reasons must apply for readmission. Students applying for readmission must follow the admissions
procedures for transfer students and must fulfill the regular admission requirements as they exist at the time of application.
Readmitted students must also meet current institutional and departmental graduation requirements regardless of the requirements
at the time of prior enrollment.
Probational
Mount Marty College reserves the right to use academic discretion in admissions decisions. Applicants who do not
meet the minimum admission requirements may be admitted on a probationary status if approved by the Admissions Committee
after the applicant submits the required admission questionnaire and recommendation form provided by the Admissions Office.
The Admissions Committee is comprised of the Director of Admissions, Director of Freshman Advising, Director of the Center
for Academic Excellence, a division chair representative and two faculty representatives.
Conditions required for probational acceptance will be outlined in the student’s probational acceptance contract, to
which the student must agree, in writing, to abide by before enrolling in coursework. The Director of Freshman Advising will
have advisor responsibilities for all new students admitted on a probationary status. At the Watertown location, the Assistant
Director will fulfill these responsibilities. At the Yankton auxiliary location, the education coordinator will fulfill these
responsibilities. The student’s advisor will enforce conditions of acceptance. The advisor will develop a student success plan for
each student admitted on probation. Students admitted on probation must abide by the conditions of acceptance and the
conditions outlined in the student success plan.
Students are admitted on probation for two semesters. Probational students must earn at least a 2.0 grade point average
the first two semesters. Failure to achieve these requirements while on probation, during the first two semesters, will result in
continued probation or suspension as determined by the Academic Standards and Admissions Committee.
Students may appeal probationary status if a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 is achieved after the first semester.
In order to appeal probation, students must submit a letter to the Admissions Committee within two weeks of receipt of grades.
Unclassified
Unclassified admission is reserved for applicants who wish to enroll for a limited number of credit hours, but do not
wish to commit themselves to working toward a degree from Mount Marty College. An application for unclassified admission
must be completed before registration for coursework occurs. Mount Marty College is under no obligation to grant a degree to
any unclassified student until that student changes the acceptance status from unclassified to regular admission. If regular
admission is desired, the unclassified student must complete an official application and fulfill the regular admission and degree
requirements as they exist at the time of the application. After regular admission has been granted, credits earned while enrolled
as an unclassified student may be considered for the fulfillment of the requirements of a degree. Students registered as
unclassified are not eligible for financial assistance. If pursuing graduate level coursework, an official transcript reflecting a prior
Bachelor’s degree from a crediting institution is required.
Transfer of Credits
Mount Marty College has a liberal transfer policy. Courses for which any grade of C- or higher was earned from an
accredited institution will transfer in accordance with the guidelines described below.
For courses from accredited vocational, technical and community college institutions, Mount Marty College will accept
all credit toward the degree that would be considered a course-for-course match (i.e. composition, literature, college algebra, etc.)
or are appropriate for a degree; with transcription of credits only of those courses which actually apply toward the student’s
major, minor or general education course of study. For courses which are vocational-technical in nature (i.e. welding,
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cosmetology, mechanics, etc.) up to 15 credits could be applied as elective credit. If there is a more formalized articulation made
between Mount Marty College and the vocational, technical or community college programs, credit will be granted as agreed
upon in the formal articulation.
Courses taken for a P or S grade will be accepted if the transfer institution has a documented policy stating that a grade
of C or higher must be achieved to earn a grade of P. Courses at the remedial level will not transfer for undergraduate credit.
Courses at previous colleges granted by credit by exam or credit for prior learning will need additional documentation for
acceptance for credit.
The student’s cumulative grade point average for all previous coursework will be used for acceptance into Mount
Marty College. All courses that are transferred become part of the student’s permanent record. Only the credits that actually
apply toward the major, minor, general education, elective or certification authorizations course of study will be transcripted.
Transfer grades are not included in the Mount Marty College GPA, but are used in determining honors for graduation.
Prior to making application to the college, the prospective transfer student is invited to submit unofficial or official
transcripts for an evaluation of academic transfer credits.at no charge. This credit evaluation will determine what credits will
transfer and what credits you have left to complete your degree.
High School Students
High school students who wish to enroll in college courses before graduation from high school may do so under the
unclassified admission with the following provisions:
• only students who have completed their sophomore year of high school are eligible,
• the high school student’s guidance counselor must approve enrollment,
• college course load must exceed six hours or two classes, unless prior approval is granted by the student’s high school
guidance counselor and the Mount Marty Director of Admissions.
Graduate Programs
Individuals with a bachelor’s degree are eligible to seek admission to a graduate program. Students seeking admission
to graduate programs must display evidence of academic aptitude, achievement and motivation. Application and information
materials may be obtained from the Admissions Office or on the website at www.mtmc.edu. All admission documents for
graduate programs should be submitted to the Admissions Office. Any application materials, incomplete applications, or
applications received after the admission deadline, will be reviewed only at the discretion of the designated department. When the
designated department receives the application packet, the department will make the final decision as to admission status.
Students may be accepted to the Masters in Nursing program with either regular or probational admission. Students accepted into
the Masters in Nursing program on probational status must have a minimal 3.0 cumulative GPA after the completion of 6 credits
of the graduate nursing courses. Students may also be accepted into the Masters in Nurse Anesthesia program with regular or
probational admission. Students accepted into the nurse anesthesia program on a probational status must attain a minimal 3.0
cumulative GPA after completion of the first semester. When the recommendation of admission status is forwarded to the
Admissions Office, the applicant will then be notified of the action taken on the application by the designated department. The
specific admission requirements for each graduate program are listed below.
Admission Test Information
Some of the graduate programs require either the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) or the Graduate Management
Admission Test (GMAT). Each department determines the manner in which graduate test requirements, if any, are to be met by
applicants.
Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
Detailed information and registration forms for the general test may be obtained from the Educational Testing Service
by calling 800-GRE-CALL or online at www.gre.org. The code for Mount Marty College is 6416.
Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT)
Detailed information and registration forms for the general test may be obtained from the Educational Testing Service
online at www.mba.com/mba. The code for Mount Marty College is DV4V088.
Business Administration
Admission Requirement
• Two letters of professional recommendation.
• Essay which describes your goals, aspirations, motivations for entering the program (500-1,000 words).
• GMAT score transcript with a minimum score of 500.
• Official college transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended along with transcripts showing completion of
an introductory management and marketing courses.
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• Resume reflecting work experience.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office, e-mail and Internet.
• Access to a computer and software to include Microsoft Office XP, SPSS, e-mail and Internet.
Admission Procedures - Prior to the application deadline as posted on www.mtmc.edu:
• Complete and submit an application for admission at www.mtmc.edu.
• Submit GMAT score transcript with a recommended minimum score of 500. Register for the GMAT test online at
www.mba.com/mba/takethegmat. The GMAT code for Mount Marty is DV4V088.
• Submit official college transcripts from all institutions attended and transcripts showing completion of an introduction
to management and marketing course. Official transcripts need to be mailed directly from the institution to Mount
Marty’s Admission Office.
• Submit the following documents together in one packet to the Admissions Office:
o $35 non-refundable application fee.
o Essay which describes your goals, aspirations and motivations of entering the program (500-1,000 words).
o Resume reflecting a recommended minimum of two years work experience.
o Two letters of recommendation in a sealed envelope with the recommender’s signature across the seal.
Education
Admission Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in education or equivalent
• Current licensure and certification to teach
• Signed contract with a school district and be responsible for own classroom
• Minimum one year of teaching experience
• Cumulative 2.75 undergraduate GPA (minimum of 3.0 during last two years)
Admission Procedures - Prior to the application deadline posted on www.mtmc.edu:
• Complete an online application for admission at www.mtmc.edu.
• Submit official college transcripts from all institutions attended. All official transcripts must be mailed directly from
the institution to Mount Marty’s Admissions Office.
• Submit the following documents together in one packet to the Admissions Office:
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$35 non-refundable application fee
Three letters of recommendation including one from your current principal. These letters should be from
individuals knowledgeable about the candidate’s teaching ability and potential for success in a graduate
program. Recommendations need to be received in sealed, unopened envelopes with the recommender’s
signature across the seal. Opened reference letters or reference letters received without a signature across the
seal will not be considered.
Professional statement (maximum of 3 single-spaced pages) of purpose describing the candidate’s goals as a
teacher and philosophy of education. Also include a brief statement of commitment.
Copy of current teaching certificate
Nurse Anesthesia
Admission Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or other appropriate degree.
• Graduation from an accredited (NLNAC or CCNE) nursing program.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Completion of two chemistry courses and one course in statistics or epidemiology.
• Current licensure as a registered nurse.
• Minimum of one year (two years preferred), full-time experience as a registered nurse in a critical care setting where
the applicant has had the opportunities to:
o Develop independent decision making skills
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Demonstrate psychomotor skills
Use and interpret advanced monitoring techniques based on knowledge of physiological and pharmacological
principles
• Graduate Record Examination (GRE) with minimum scores of 400 in both verbal and quantitative sections.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Personal interview with program faculty (by invitation after application screening).
• Completion of health questionnaire, physical exam, and immunization record (required prior to program start).
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Admission Procedures - Prior to the application deadline posted on www.mtmc.edu:
• Complete an online application for admission at www.mtmc.edu.
• Submit a Graduate Record Examination (GRE) score transcript. Register for the GRE test online at www.gre.org. The
GRE code for Mount Marty is 6416. Official scores must be received prior to the admission deadline.
• Submit official college transcripts from all institutions attended and transcripts reflecting the completion of the two
chemistry courses and the one course in statistics or epidemiology. All official transcripts must be mailed directly from
the institution to Mount Marty’s Admissions Office.
• Submit the following documents together in one packet to the Admissions Office:
o $35 non-refundable application fee.
o Application Instructions and Checklist completed
o Core Performance Standards for Admission, Progression and Graduation form, signed and dated.
o Critical Care Experience/RN Licensure form completed.
o Educational Data form completed.
o Two recommendations, utilizing the forms as designated, from: 1) your nursing director/manager, and 2)
your critical care coordinator/shift supervisor. Recommendations need to be received in sealed, unopened
envelopes with the recommender’s signature across the seal. Opened reference letters or reference letters
received without a signature across the seal will not be considered.
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Current resume
A personal essay describing your goals for graduate study, motivation or entering the nurse anesthesia field,
what you have to offer the profession and reasons why you chose Mount Marty College. The essay should be
typed and no more than 600 words.
Copy of current RN license.
Copy of Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification card.
Copies of other certifications that you hold (such as PALS or CCRN)
Nursing
Admission Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing from a NLN or CCNE accredited institution.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Successful completion of a physical assessment course or equivalent.
• Current licensure as an RN or eligible for licensure.
• Professional nursing liability insurance.
• Satisfactory FBI background check.
• Completion of Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
• Three letters of recommendations.
• Undergraduate or graduate statistics course must be completed with grade of C or higher within first year of program.
Admission Procedures - Prior to the application deadline as posted on www.mtmc.edu:
• Complete and submit an online application for admission at www.mtmc.edu
• Submit official college transcripts from all institutions attended). All official transcripts must be sent directly from the
institution to Mount Marty Admissions Office.
• Submit the following documents together in one packet to the Admissions Office:
o $35 non-refundable application fee
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Application Checklist completed and signed
Three recommendations, utilizing the forms as designated. Recommendations need to be received in sealed,
unopened envelopes with the recommender’s signature across the seal. Opened reference letters or reference
letters received without a signature across the seal will not be considered.
Personal essay describing your goals for graduate study: reasons you selected advanced practice nursing as a
career choice and characteristics you offer to this level of practice, service and research. Essays should be
typed and no more than 600 words.
Copy of your current RN license.
Copy of your Basic Life Support completion card.
Copy of your immunization records. Documentation of Mantoux and Hepatitis B are required.
Documentation of the tDap, Influenza and MMR boosters are recommended.
Completed physical exam document that must be completed by a physician, physician assistant or nurse
practitioner.
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CAMPUS LIFE
Campus Life
Mount Marty College has something very special to offer - a community of people who care about each other’s
intellectual, physical, social and spiritual growth. Students are invited to become an integral part of this community by
participating in the total educational experience.
The personnel at Mount Marty College place emphasis on Christian values and strive to provide opportunities for
personal growth. This growth may result in increased self-understanding, intellectual ability, vocational competence and
appreciation of community living.
Alumni Association
The Alumni Association is comprised of graduates of degree and certificate programs from Mount Marty College
(Yankton, SD and Yankton Auxiliary Campus, Sioux Falls, SD and Watertown, SD). Membership also includes former students
who earned 24 or more credits, graduates of Mount Marty High School and the Sacred Heart Schools of Nursing and Anesthesia.
The Alumni Association provides a continuing link among alumni and between Mount Marty and its former students
and faculty. Alumni assist the college in student recruitment, fundraising and in publicizing the College. The Mount Marty
Alumni Association Council helps with area and regional alumni gatherings and promotes alumni activities such as religious,
social, educational and networking programs for the over 8,000 members. The Advancement Office communicates regularly
with alumni.
Ambassadors
Mount Marty College ambassadors are student representatives who exemplify the mission and Benedictine values of
Mount Marty College. Students are selected for their leadership, willingness to be of service, congenial personality and sense of
responsibility, commitment and potential growth as a professional person. These junior students act as student hosts and
hostesses for all special functions.
Campus Ministry
The campus ministry program is committed to applying the teachings and values of Jesus Christ to the challenges being
experienced by the men and women of today. We believe Christianity to be not only a set of truths to be learned but also a way of
life to be lived. Personal and communal prayer, sacred Scripture and the celebration of the sacraments, especially the Holy
Eucharist, form the center of the Mount Marty College campus Christian faith community.
Mount Marty College, one of two Catholic colleges in South Dakota, values its rich Catholic and Benedictine heritage.
Founded by Mother Jerome Schmitt, OSB, Mount Marty College supports over a 1500-year tradition of Benedictine charisms.
Four of those—awareness of God, community, hospitality and life-long learning—form our core values. Mount Marty College
campus ministry seeks to foster spiritual and religious programs that enhance those principles.
The Office of Campus Ministry offers opportunity for involvement in the areas of liturgy, music, adoration of the
blessed Sacrament, weekly rosary gatherings, ACTS (Acting Compassionately Through Service), Collegians for Life, Women’s
and Men’s Spirituality Groups, Yahoo Outreach Retreat Ministry, service projects, college-level retreats, monastery/college
prayer partner programs, etc. Through these opportunities and activities, students, faculty, staff and administration grow together
in their relationship with Christ and other members of our faith community.
Non-Catholic students may fulfill their needs for worship and community at the churches of their respective
denominations, of which some 20 are represented in the Yankton area. Mount Marty College respects the religious freedom of
the individual student. The director and assistant director of campus ministry and campus chaplain are available to all students for
pastoral and personal counseling as well as sacramental ministrations.
The intention of a liberal arts education is to assist students in integrating body, mind and spirit. The Office of Campus
Ministry aids the faith community in nurturing this spiritual dimension. Please make your educational experience complete by
becoming involved in the numerous campus ministry activities available to you.
Career Development Office
The goal of the Career Development Office is to assist students and alumni with their career-related needs. The office
delivers a broad range of programs and services which include: testing for selection of college majors as well as for careers,
graduate school application process, coordination of internship programs, mentor and shadowing programs, campus job fairs, and
career-related workshops and seminars. The Career Reference Library has up-to-date reference materials for the job search
process, graduate school application process, career testing, scholarship information and study abroad resources.
The Center for Academic Excellence: Learning Center and Office of Assessment
The mission of the learning center is to help students develop the necessary study skills and test-taking strategies to do
well in their academic courses. The director and peer tutors also offer guidance and resources to students when they write
resumes and job application letters or prepare for the GRE, LSAT, and PPST.
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In the Office of Assessment, the director coordinates the ongoing measurement of students’ attainment of the general
education competencies and students’ achievement of course and major program outcomes. This is accomplished through a
regular gathering and analysis of data received from students, faculty, and alumni.
Child Care Center
The Mount Marty Child Care Center is a state licensed facility located in Corbey Hall. We provide care in a safe,
nurturing and educational environment five days a week for children six weeks to eight years of age. Care is available to children
of students, faculty and staff during the school calendar year. Children are accepted on space and staffing availability.
Clubs
Students benefit in many ways through involvement in social, educational, cultural and recreational activities provided
by campus clubs. Clubs promote interest in special areas and create fellowship among students of similar interest. Some campus
clubs include: Biology/Chemistry, Business, Criminal Justice and Forensic Science, English, Music, Nursing, Psychology, STEP
(Human Service and Psychology), Teacher Education, Theatre, Speech and Nurse Anesthesia. Club Archery is also available for
men and women.
Any student that receives institutional financial aid is strongly encouraged to participate in at least one campus club or
organization.
Computing Resources
The Information Technology Support Services department provides academic computing services that utilize campus
servers for file preservation, e-mail exchange and for student applications related to curriculum activities. The Campus Network
and network devices are compliant to protect the student from vulnerabilities. Student labs are equipped with multi-media
computers and networked laser printers. Secure and non-secure wireless access is available in all classrooms, dorm rooms and
public areas.
All full-time students on the Yankton campus benefit from the college network using laptops. In order to facilitate
maintenance and uniformity of applications all students use a common laptop from a college designated vendor.
Conduct
Mount Marty College has the right and responsibility to protect its educational purpose by establishing and maintaining
standards and regulations considered essential to its purpose. It is the responsibility of each student to become familiar with the
regulations stated in the college catalog, student handbook and other printed material. Unfamiliarity with college regulations is
not reason for excusing violations. Attendance at Mount Marty College is not an unqualified right but brings with it responsibility
for certain standards of conduct and academic performance. These responsibilities are in addition to those imposed by civil and
criminal law. Responsibility for good conduct rests with students as individuals.
Counseling
The Counseling Center provides support and guidance to students through individual counseling, assessment, referrals,
education on mental health issues, consultation and outreach efforts on campus. Programs include a variety of screenings,
residence hall groups, campus-wide awareness efforts and educational material. Students are invited to the Counseling Center for
personal help or consultation on concerns about others. The director collaborates with parents, outside psychological and
psychiatric services when appropriate and campus faculty and staff to facilitate the goal of academic success.
Disciplinary Action
By committing an act of misconduct, a student or organization may be subject to disciplinary action by the college.
When a student violates civil or criminal law off campus, he/she may incur penalties as determined by civil authorities.
Institutional action shall not be used to duplicate functions of general law.
However, when a violation of the law also adversely affects the orderly operation of the college or reflects poorly on
Mount Marty, the college may enforce its own regulations regardless of any civil proceedings or dispositions. The college will
normally not defer its proceedings while civil or criminal proceedings are in process. In addition, the college will not necessarily
accept or be bound by the findings of civil or criminal proceedings.
Students who are apprehended and charged by law enforcement agencies with criminal conduct on or off campus are
required to keep Student Affairs Office informed of their status.
Withdrawal of a student from Mount Marty College does not suspend, terminate or otherwise affect the prerogative of
the college to at any time initiate, resume or continue any disciplinary action or proceedings against a student for actions or
events which occurred prior to the withdrawal.
Ultimate authority in matters of student conduct, as for all college matters, resides with the president of Mount Marty
College as delegated by the Board of Trustees. The student disciplinary procedures are administered by the Student Affairs
Office or his/her designee(s), judicial boards and the residence hall staff. The disciplinary procedures include both an informal
and formal process.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this catalog, Mount Marty College reserves the right to take immediate student
disciplinary action when there is reason and/or concern for:
• the health or safety of a member of the college community;
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• the safety of college property; and/or
• the disruption of the orderly process of the college.
This includes the right to suspend or request the withdrawal of a student at any time, with or without specific charges or
hearing. This authority is subject only to the student right to request the president of the college to review the misconduct
disciplinary matter. The administrative authority may require the student to leave the college property immediately. If the student
returns to campus or a college activity without written permission of the vice president of student affairs or his/her designee, the
student shall be subject to further disciplinary action and may be treated as a trespasser.
First Year Experience
The First Year Experience (FYE) is designed to engage and connect freshman with the Mount Marty community and
provide support that enables them to succeed at college. The goals of the program are to provide students with a liberal arts
experience that includes resources about being a college student, offers access to other available campus and online resources and
fosters the development of Benedictine values. The FYE provides both a curricular and co-curricular component consisting of a
First Year Seminar, a Wisdom of Benedict course, the Freshman Advising Program, New Student Orientation, an Early Alert
System, Campus Ministries, the Center for Academic Excellence, Career Development and various other campus resources and
activities designed to promote student success.
Health Services
Mount Marty College offers health services to full-time students during the academic year. Students are required to
submit the Comprehensive Student Health form upon admission to college. The student health service office is staffed by a
registered nurse and a physician during designated hours. Services include health assessment, education, promotion; minor injury
and illness care; and referral. Physician and nurse services are provided at no fee to the student. Students are responsible for any
costs of health care provided off campus. Students are required to complete health questionnaires including a health history and
immunization record on admission to college. Failure to submit a health history and immunization records will result in a hold
placed on future registration. Students must be enrolled in a health insurance plan.
Physical, mental and emotional well-being of students is an essential component of educational development.
Therefore, a student may be requested by the college to submit evidence of health as determined by a physician or other qualified
professional anytime during the course of his/her education. This evidence should be submitted to the Student Affairs Office or
his/her designee. A student, who is reasonably believed to be an immediate threat to the safety of himself/herself or others, may
be requested to obtain immediate professional assistance and/or to withdraw.
With such matters the college reserves the right to consult with parents, relatives or significant others. The college
catalog, student handbook and other printed information containing college policies, procedures, student regulations, conduct
standards and disciplinary action are available to students through the Student Affairs Office.
Honors Program
The Honors Program is offered to students who have demonstrated exceptional academic skill and who wish to explore
areas above and beyond the normal classroom requirements. This program is an opportunity to participate in courses and
activities which present strenuous intellectual and personal challenges.
The curriculum of the program includes two (2) core requirements: the completion of a minimum of four credit hours
of interdisciplinary seminars and the completion of an honors thesis or an honors service project. Seminars may not be taken on
pass/no pass basis.
Students admitted to the Honors Program will be required to demonstrate that they possess the abilities and motivation
to succeed as an honors student. In addition, students will be required to meet two (2) of the following criteria: (a) Cumulative
ACT of 27 or above, (b) 3.5 GPA/4.0 Scale, (c) Top 10% of their high school graduating class.
It is important to note, however, that any student who is interested in the program, and who provides references, and
evidence of academic success (academic success is defined as a minimum GPA of 3.5 for all college work) may apply for
admission into the program.
Application forms can be obtained from the admissions or registrar’s offices.
Honor Societies
• Kappa Gamma Pi is a national honor society for students of Catholic colleges and universities.
• Phi Alpha Theta is an international honor society for students who have completed at least twelve credits of
history with honors.
• Sigma Tau Delta membership confers distinction on students who excel in the study of English language and
literature.
• Sigma Theta Tau is a national honor society for students in nursing.
Intercollegiate Athletics
The purpose of the intercollegiate athletic program is to promote the education and development of students through
athletic participation. Through intercollegiate athletics, students are educated in the skills, principles and responsibilities of
conducting athletic programs. Mount Marty College is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)
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and the Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC) for men and women. Mount Marty College is also a charter member of the
NAIA Champions of Character initiative.
The athletic program for men offers an opportunity for students to compete in basketball, baseball, cross-country, golf,
soccer, indoor track and outdoor track. The athletic program for women includes volleyball, tennis, basketball, cross-country,
golf, softball, soccer, indoor track and outdoor track. In order to participate, an athlete must be enrolled as a full-time student,
remain in good academic standing and follow the guidelines as specified by the NAIA and the Mount Marty Athletic Department.
The college assumes no responsibility for injuries and/or accidents incurred through participation in athletics.
Lecture/Arts Series
Mount Marty College presents a series of free lectures, films, concert artists and groups who appear nationally and
internationally as part of its educational and cultural enrichment of the students. Weekly Noon Forums provide the Mount Marty
community and off-campus friends an opportunity to exchange ideas about significant issues in today’s world.
Library
The Mother Jerome Schmitt Library, through its varied and expanding collections, provides high quality collections
and services for learning and research. The library moved to its new location in the Scholastica Learning Center in 2003 and is
open seven days per week for a total of over 80 hours per week during the academic year. Qualified librarians and
paraprofessionals are available to give individuals assistance in using the library to the best advantage.
The library collection of approximately 75,000 book and audio-visual materials (DVDs, CDs, audiotapes) is arranged
by Dewey Decimal Classification in open stacks. An online catalog provides access to these materials as well as to the materials
in more than 70 libraries in the state of South Dakota through the South Dakota Library Network (SDLN). In addition to the
books and audio-visual materials, the library also subscribes to 300 periodical titles including journals, magazines, newspapers,
and microforms. The library subscribes and has access to numerous online periodical indexes and full-text databases that provide
access to a wide variety of materials 24 hours a day, seven days a week through the library web page.
Some of the other services and resources provided by the library are: reference, bibliographic instruction, interlibrary
loan through both SDLN and OCLC, course reserves, a toy lending library, video players, a microform reader/printer, and access
to a fax and photocopy machine. Also located in the library are three conference/study rooms, a computer lab, and the college
archives. In addition, the library houses common audiovisual equipment used throughout the campus.
Musical Organizations
Several vocal and instrumental organizations are available to students. Mixed Choir class is open to all students.
Chamber and Recruitment Choir members are selected on an audition basis.
The Mount Marty College concert and pep bands are open to all students who play an instrument. Stage Band members
are selected on an audition basis. Laiten Weed Brass Quartet members are selected by audition and receive the Laiten Weed
Scholarship.
The choirs and stage band tour annually during the spring semester.
Publications
Student publications include The Moderator, PADDLEFISH and Scholastica. The Moderator, the Mount Marty campus
newspaper, offers students practical journalism experience in writing, editing, photography and ad sales and design. The college
also publishes an annual literary magazine, PADDLEFISH. Students can submit creative work — writing, design and art — for
juried publication in PADDLEFISH. Students are involved in every step of the selection, editing and publishing process. Student
research is highlighted in the annual issue of Scholastica: An Undergraduate Research Journal. Exemplary student research
papers on a wide variety of subjects — natural science, forensic science, social science and humanities — are hand-picked for
inclusion.
Recreation, Camping and Social Opportunities
Mount Marty students take advantage of the many recreational opportunities that exist on the Missouri River and Lewis
& Clark Lake located within a short distance of the college campus. Sunbathing, swimming, camping, boating, water skiing, ice
skating, fishing, hiking, biking and college picnics are some of the activities that keep students busy during their free time.
Students are also encouraged to participate in both individual and group recreation activities available on campus. The
Laddie E. Cimpl Arena includes a weight training room, racquetball court and a running track. For a reduced fee students also
have access to the Avera Sacred Heart Health Services Wellness Center located by the hospital.
Special events on campus include those activities sponsored by the Student Affairs Office and the Student Government
Association as well as music concerts, theatre productions and lecture series.
Residence Policy
As a residential college, Mount Marty College believes that education is not confined to the academic classroom.
Rather, liberal learning is enhanced through the sense of community, which occurs when students live and study on campus. The
college is committed to establishing the continuity between intellectual and residential life. Living on campus contributes to the
intellectual, social, emotional and spiritual growth of the individual as well as to the other students who compose that living unit.
Please refer to the Student Handbook for details about the residence policy and the exemption process.
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Safety and Security
Campus personnel, buildings and grounds are protected by Mount Marty College security officers. Their services
include all night survey of the campus; concern for the safety and protection of all personnel, investigating and reporting fire,
safety and environmental hazards; escorts on campus; violations of college regulation on college property and motor vehicle
violations.
During the school year, the college encourages college community members to be alert to crime prevention and to be
responsible for their own security and assist with the security of others. The college recommends securing insurance for personal
property as the college cannot be responsible for lost, damaged or stolen items. Campus security personnel report to the director
of facilities and may contact the Yankton Police Department and other public services for assistance.
Student Government
The Student Government Association is comprised of executive officers, student senate and committees. The purpose
of this association is to promote student activities and to advance the welfare of all students. The Student Government
Association works closely with the Student Affairs Office to coordinate the over-all plan for student participation in college and
community events. All full-time students are voting members of the Mount Marty College Student Government Association.
Theatre Productions
The Theatre department presents at least one major production each semester, representing a variety of genres (comedy,
drama, musical, etc.) in Marian Auditorium, a 602-seat proscenium theatre with a fully-operational counterweight fly system
(2003), digital lighting system (2005), a new sound system and orchestra seating (2011). Participation in production is open to
all interested students majors, minors, and non-majors). Students may assist in a variety of areas, including acting, assistant
directing, stage management, scenery construction, painting and props, costumes and makeup, lighting and sound, dramaturgy,
running crew, box office and publicity. Non over-load credit is available through a Theatre Practicum course for those students
who wish to receive academic credit for participation. The department also hosts an annual regional South Dakota high school
one-act play competition, the National Players professional classical touring productions, as well as student-directed
projects. Rehearsal, costume studio and storage spaces are housed in the ancillary Bistro Second Stage on the first floor of the
historic Bede building adjacent from the main space.
Tobacco-Free Environment Policy
In order to protect the health, safety and comfort of college students, employees and visitors, it is the policy of Mount
Marty College to prohibit smoking or use of smokeless tobacco products in facilities and on grounds owned and occupied or
leased and occupied by the college. No sale or give away or other promotion of tobacco products is allowed on campus.
Mount Marty College and/or any recognized student organization will not allow distribution of materials with tobacco
products and or company images. In addition, Mount Marty supports educational programs to provide smoking cessation and
prevention to our students, employees and other academic appointees. This policy supersedes all other tobacco/smoking policies
at Mount Marty College and applies to all buildings and vehicles owned, occupied and/or leased by Mount Marty College. All
events held in non-MMC venues are governed by the tobacco policy of that facility/venue.
The Mount Marty College Tobacco-Free Environment Policy shall be included in the: student, staff and faculty
handbooks, new employee and student orientation programs, in admissions applications materials and other campus documents
where appropriate. Mount Marty College will provide information about tobacco cessation and prevention. Discipline will follow
standard college code of conduct procedures.
Sanctions will include but are not limited to verbal and/or written warnings, fines and community service. Student
violations will be handled by the vice president for student affairs. Faculty and staff violations will be handled by the appropriate
vice president.
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FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Current Costs
For current costs please refer to the MMC website. Questions regarding tuition, fees and billing should be directed to
the student accounts manager/bursar.
Students provide their own means of transportation to, from and while at the institution where professional experience
is obtained. Some agencies require use of a car and appropriate insurance coverage. All living expenses during off-campus
experiences are paid by the student.
Transportation costs for required field trips are included in the college budget. If trips are optional, transportation costs
are paid for by the student. Living expenses in both cases are paid by the student; there is no reimbursement for room and board
for field trips.
Payment Policy
Payment of all costs for each semester is due by the end of the first week of classes, unless a monthly payment plan has
been arranged. If arrangements have not been made with the business office within the first week of classes, a one-time late fee of
$250 is assessed and an additional monthly late fee of $25 and a one percent (1%) finance charge will be assessed. In addition,
students with unpaid accounts who have not made arrangements to pay may be dismissed.
Mount Marty College provides the option to students to pay the estimated annual costs in equal monthly payments
through each semester. Determining the amount of the monthly payment is made in consultation with the business office
representative, and includes:
• Estimating the total cost by adding tuition, room, board and fees.
• Subtracting the financial aid allocated in federal grants, federal loans, Mount Marty College grants and
scholarships and state grants according to the financial assistance award notice; the difference is the student’s
estimated cost.
• Dividing the estimated cost into equal payments over the semester.
• Making equal monthly payments before the first of each month.
Interest shall accrue on the outstanding balance at the rate of one percent each month. If payments are not current or
arrangements have not been made within the first week of classes, a monthly late fee of $25 and a one percent finance charge will
be assessed.
Mount Marty College does not release diplomas, grades or transcripts until all accounts are paid in full to the college.
Students with unpaid balances may not register for another semester. The 1% monthly finance charge applies to unpaid accounts.
Details of the payment policy are available online. Students are expected to read and become familiar with the
published payment policy.
Refund Policy
For Withdrawal from Classes
For current costs please check the supplemental card provided by the Business Office. If a student drops from full-time
to part-time status or a part-time student drops courses, the following tuition refund is effective for those courses withdrawn.
• 100% Refund for courses dropped within the first week
• 60% Refund for courses dropped within the second week
• 0% There is no tuition refund for courses dropped after the second week of classes
For Withdrawal/Suspension from Classes
Refunds and/or tuition adjustments are given to students who officially withdraw from the college (as described under
the section Registration Information/Withdrawal from College in the Mount Marty College catalog) or who incur suspension.
Refunds are made to the student according to the date of formal and official withdrawal or effective suspension date and
according to the following schedule:
• 100% Refund for courses dropped within the first week
• 60% Refund for courses dropped within the second week
• 0% There is no tuition refund for courses dropped after the second week of classes
Refund for room and board is determined according to the number of weeks the student has been in residence, with
partial weeks counted as full weeks. All fees are nonrefundable once classes start.
Return of Title IV Funds Policy
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This policy applies to students who withdraw or are expelled during the first 60% of the semester. The term “Title IV
Funds” refers to the Federal financial aid programs authorized under the Higher Education Act of 1965 (as amended) and
includes the following programs: Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans, Federal Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans, Federal
Perkins Loans, Federal Direct PLUS Loans, Federal Pell Grants, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants
(FSEOG) and TEACH Grants.
The student’s withdrawal date is:
• the date the student began the institution’s withdrawal process or officially notified the institution
of intent to withdraw; or
• the midpoint of the period for a student who leaves without notifying the institution; or
• the student’s last date of attendance at a documented academically-related activity.
Title IV aid is earned in a prorated manner up to the 60% point in the semester. Title IV aid is viewed as being 100%
earned after that point in time. If a student withdraws on or before the 60% point in the period of enrollment (calculated using
calendar days), the student may be required to return all or a portion of the Federal Title IV funds they received. The calculation
of the return of these funds may result in the student owing a balance to the college and/or the federal government. A copy of the
“Return of Title IV Funds Worksheet” used for this calculation is available in the Mount Marty College financial assistance
office.
Mount Marty College responsibilities regarding “Return of Title IV Funds” include: Dispersing “Return of Title IV
Funds” information to students, identifying students affected by this requirement, completing the “Return of Title IV Funds”
worksheet calculation for those students and returning any Title IV funds that are due the Title IV programs.
The student’s responsibilities regarding the “Return of Title IV Funds” include: returning to the Title IV programs any
funds that were disbursed directly to the student and for which the student was determined to be ineligible for after the “Return of
Title IV Funds” worksheet calculation.
The order for the return of Title IV funds is as follows: Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans, Federal Direct
Subsidized Stafford Loans, Federal Perkins Loans, Federal Direct PLUS Loans, Federal Pell Grants, Federal Supplemental
Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG) and TEACH Grants.
The Board of Trustees of Mount Marty College reserves the right to make changes in charges published in this bulletin
whenever it may be necessary to do so.
Tuition Waivers
The following waivers are applicable to tuition only. All other fees (program support fee, general fee, clinical fees,
liability insurance, etc.) are not waived.
Sacred Heart Monastery - Professed members of Sacred Heart Monastery receive full tuition waivers.
Religious - Professed religious, other than members of Sacred Heart Monastery; postulants and novices of Sacred Heart
Monastery, receive a 20% tuition waiver. This waiver does not apply to summer courses, workshops, continuing
education or discount programs.
Family Waivers - If two or more full-time students from the same immediate family (including spouse) are enrolled at
the same time, a reduction in tuition is allowed for each student after the first, according to this progression:
one student, no discount;
• two students, each receives 10% tuition discount;
• three students, each receives 13% tuition discount;
• four students, each receives 15% tuition discount.
This waiver is applied equally each semester, to each member of the same family. Tuition waivers, scholarships, grants
and family waivers awarded to students will not exceed the amount of tuition in any semester. The Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) definition of household is used to determine “same immediate family” members eligible
for this waiver. This waiver does not apply to summer courses, workshops or discounted programs.
Employee Waivers - Permanent full and part-time employees of Mount Marty College (as validated through
appropriate personnel), their spouses and dependents, receive tuition waivers according to the following schedule.
Employees may take one course per semester at no cost for tuition, beginning with the first year of employment; their
dependents or spouses are limited to a maximum of 140 undergraduate credit hours or completion of a bachelor’s
degree at Mount Marty College. This waiver does not apply to high school dual credit, workshops or graduate
programs. Part time must be at least 50% employed.
Full-Time Part-Time
In second year of employment: 50% 25%
In third year of employment: 100% 50%
Tuition waivers apply to tuition only. All fees, insurance, books, etc are paid by the student. Siblings of Sisters of
Sacred Heart Monastery are eligible for a 50% tuition waiver. This tuition waiver does not apply to summer courses,
workshops or discounted programs.
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Financial Assistance
Mount Marty College provides financial assistance to students who, without such help, would be unable to attend
college. It is the intent of Mount Marty College that students are able to choose college freely for educational rather than financial
reasons.
The primary responsibility for financing an education rests with the student and the family. Financial assistance is
supplementary to personal and family resources. In order to determine uniformly the financial need of students, the college
accepts the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Financial assistance takes the form of (1) gift aid - scholarships and grants, which need not be repaid; (2) loans, which
are repayable; and (3) work assistance. The type and amount of financial assistance awards are based on the estimate of financial
need according to the Federal Student Aid Report, academic promise and available funds.
Applications for all types of financial assistance are made annually. If a family has more than one member applying for
financial assistance, each must submit an application.
Financial Assistance Application Procedures
Students applying for scholarships, grants or loans must do the following:
• Be accepted for enrollment at Mount Marty College.
• Complete and submit a FAFSA, requesting that results of the analysis be sent to Mount Marty
College.
• Complete a Mount Marty College Campus Employment Application if work-study is desired.
All necessary forms for financial assistance are available from the Financial Assistance Office and online from the
Mount Marty website (www.mtmc.edu).
Students are encouraged to apply early since financial aid awards are based on available funding. It is recommended
that the FAFSA be submitted by March 1st. Financial assistance awards are made after all necessary application forms are
received by the Financial Assistance Office and financial need has been determined. Each financial assistance application is
given individual attention so that the type and amount of financial assistance is tailored to an individual’s need. Because family
circumstances change from year to year, application for federal assistance must be made annually.
Assistance received under federal programs is disbursed in two equal payments - one each semester for students
enrolled in the fall and spring semesters. Other forms of assistance are credited to the student’s account except for campus
employment checks, which are disbursed in regular payroll intervals.
Satisfactory Academic Progress
In order to receive Federal Student Aid, the U.S. Department of Education requires that students maintain satisfactory
academic progress toward the completion of their degree. Federal student aid includes Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental
Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG), Federal Work-Study, TEACH Grant, Federal Perkins Loan, Federal Direct Stafford
Loan (Subsidized and Unsubsidized), Federal Direct Grad PLUS Loan and Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan. Also, other federal
agencies may require students to maintain satisfactory academic progress for their aid programs. The academic record of all
students will be monitored to ensure compliance with the requirements specified below. Therefore, even the academic record of
those who have not received federal student aid in the past may impact future eligibility. Failure to meet the following standards
will result in financial aid suspension of eligibility for federal student aid.
Qualitative Measures
Undergraduate Students
An undergraduate student must meet minimum academic progression standards. These standards are based on the
student’s cumulative grade point average. The cumulative grade point average is calculated in accordance with the Mount Marty
College institutional grading policy. All audited coursework is excluded from this calculation. Making satisfactory academic
progression is as follows:
• A student with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better is considered to be in good academic
standing.
• If a student’s cumulative grade point average falls below 2.0 in any academic term (i.e. fall, spring,
summer), the student is placed on financial aid warning the following term.
• While on financial aid warning, the student must earn a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better.
• When a student on financial aid warning achieves a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better, the
student is returned to good academic standing.
• A student on financial aid warning who fails to maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or
better is placed on financial aid suspension.
• A review takes place at the end of every term (fall, spring, summer). A student placed on academic
suspension is also placed on financial aid suspension. Being reinstated academically does not guarantee
financial aid reinstatement. The student must separately appeal the financial aid suspension as outlined
below (Appeal of Financial Aid Suspension).
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Graduate Students
A graduate student must maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3.0.
Quantitative Measures
In order to maintain satisfactory progress toward the completion of their degree, all students must successfully
complete 67% of cumulative attempted credit hours. Attempted credit hours include all hours that would appear on a student’s
academic transcript at the end of any given term, including withdrawals, incompletes, repeated courses, remedial coursework,
transfer hours and hours attempted at any time when not receiving federal student aid. Audited coursework is not included. Hours
that may have been part of a successful academic amnesty appeal will still be included. Successfully completed hours for both
graduate and undergraduate students include grades of A, B, C, D and P. All other grades would not be considered successful
completion. Evaluation of this quantitative standard will be measured after each term.
Maximum Attempted Credit Hours
The United States Department of Education has established a limit on the number of credit hours a student can attempt
and still remain eligible for federal student aid. This limit is based on 150% of the credit hours needed to complete the degree for
which the student is pursuing.
Type of Degree
Maximum Credit Hours Attempted
Two-Year Associate 96
Four-Year Bachelor 192
Master of Business Administration 54
Master of Science in Nurse Anesthesia 90
Master of Science in Nursing – Nurse Practitioner 67
Master of Science in Nursing – Public Health Nurse Leader 58
Appeal of Financial Aid Suspension
Students who have had their eligibility for federal student aid suspended may complete an appeal form to explain
mitigating circumstances. There is no guarantee for approving a financial aid eligibility appeal. Such appeals will be dealt with
on a case-by-case basis. Appeal forms are available in the Mount Marty College Financial Assistance Office or on the Mount
Marty College website. If an appeal is granted, the student will be placed on financial aid probation for one semester in order to
meet satisfactory academic progress standards. The student may also be placed on an academic plan to regain satisfactory
academic progress. If the student has not met the satisfactory academic progress standards after the one semester probation
semester, their financial aid will be suspended. Likewise, if the student fails to achieve the conditions of their academic plan as
provided in their appeal, their financial aid will be suspended. To ensure a timely review, students should make an appeal at least
one (1) month in advance of the start of the term for which they wish to receive aid. Being reinstated academically does not
guarantee financial aid reinstatement.
Reinstatement of Financial Aid Eligibility
Students who have lost their federal aid eligibility, but have subsequently met the qualitative and/or quantitative
standards, will have their aid eligibility reinstated. Reinstatement will be considered effective with the next term of attendance.
Satisfactory Academic Progress and Non-Federal Aid
There are also non-federal sources of financial assistance (institutional, local, private, state), which may require
students to meet satisfactory academic progress standards. Students who apply for non-federal forms of aid are advised to review
their academic standards in order to determine or ensure continued eligibility. Mount Marty College institutional aid has the same
financial aid suspension guidelines.
Federal/State Financial Assistance
Each student must apply annually in order to determine eligibility for Title IV federal student financial aid. Students
apply using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Application forms are available online at www.fafsa.gov.
Students must be admitted as regular students. Financial need and eligibility are determined by the Federal Student Aid Report.
Federal Pell Grants
These grants are available throughout the academic year for eligible undergraduate students without prior bachelor
degrees. In order to receive a full-time Pell grant, students must enroll in at least twelve (12) credit hours each semester. Threequarter
time students (9-11 credits) and half-time (6-8 credits) will have their grants reduced by 25% and 50% respectively.
Students taking less than six (6) credit hours per semester may also qualify for a Pell grant. Eligibility and amount of the Federal
Pell grant are determined by the Federal Student Aid Report.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
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FSEOG are federal funds administered by the College and awarded to students with high financial need, as determined
by the Federal Student Aid Report. In order to qualify for FSEOG funds, students must also be eligible for Pell Grant funds.
Funds are limited.
South Dakota Opportunity Scholarships
South Dakota students who complete Regents Scholar curriculum and meet ACT/GPA requirements, may be eligible
for this scholarship program. Application process required.
Dakota Corps Scholarships
The Dakota Corps Scholarship is a full-tuition and generally applicable fees scholarship made possible through funding
from the state of South Dakota, private businesses, nonprofit corporations and funds from Mount Marty College. Recipients
must compete via an application process through the South Dakota Board of Regents. Students must be enrolled in a critical need
field and agree to work in an area of critical need in South Dakota equal to the sum of the number of years of scholarship
received plus one year to fulfill the scholarship obligation.
TEACH Grants
The TEACH Grant Program is available for students that are Federal Title IV Aid eligible and maintain a 3.25
cumulative grade point average or better for each payment period, or have a score above the 75 th percentile on an admissions test
such as the ACT or SAT. The student must be currently completing or planning on completing coursework necessary to begin a
career in teaching. The student is required to sign a service agreement that they will teach at a Title I school and teach in specific
areas such as mathematics, science, foreign language, bilingual education, special education, as a reading specialist, or a high
need field approved by the Secretary of Education. If the service requirement is not met, the grant must be repaid as a Federal
Direct Unsubsidized Loan with interest from the date(s) of the original disbursement.
Federal Perkins Loan
Federal Perkins Loans are low-interest (5%) loans awarded to graduate and undergraduate students with high financial
need, as determined by the Federal Student Aid Report. The federal government subsidizes or pays for the interest on the loan
until nine months after graduation or when the student is no longer enrolled at least half-time. Repayment begins nine months
after graduation or when the student ceases to be enrolled at least half-time. Funds are limited.
Nursing Student Loan
Nursing Student Loans are awarded to students with financial need, as determined by the Federal Student Aid Report,
and who are enrolled in the nursing program. The interest rate is 5%, and repayment begins nine months after graduation or when
the student ceases to be enrolled at least half-time. The federal government subsidizes or pays for the interest on the loan until
nine months after graduation or when the student is no longer enrolled at least half-time. Availability of nursing loans is
dependent on federal allocation of funds.
Federal Direct Stafford Loan Program
The Federal Direct Stafford Loan Program provides low interest loan funds to assist with students educational costs.
The loans can be either subsidized or unsubsidized. Subsidized loans are awarded on the basis of financial need. The federal
government subsidizes or pays for the interest on the loan until six months after graduation or when the student is no longer
enrolled at least half-time. An unsubsidized loan is not awarded on the basis of need. The student is responsible for the interest
on the loan from the time the loan is disbursed until the loan is paid in full. The interest rate for the Federal Direct Stafford Loan
Program is a fixed interest rate. The summer school session is considered to be a trailer to the academic year for federal loan
eligibility purposes. The college may elect to use a borrower-based academic year per individual basis. A borrower-based
academic year is individualized for each borrower and follows the borrower’s attendance and progress.
Federal Direct PLUS Loan
PLUS loans are available to parents of dependent, undergraduate students and graduate students. The loan maximum is
figured individually, based on a student’s total cost of education minus any financial aid. The interest rate is fixed and repayment
generally begins within 60 days after disbursement.
Employment Opportunities
Campus Employment Program
This program is sponsored by Mount Marty College to provide employment to students who do not qualify for the
Federal College Work Study Program. This program operates in the same manner as the FCWS program listed below, but does
not have a need requirement.
Federal College Work Study Program
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This is a federally sponsored program providing job opportunities for students with financial need as determined by the
Federal Student Aid Report. Students are assigned to jobs on and off campus. In making job assignments, consideration is given
to the student’s major, interests, skills and previous experience. New students are asked to complete a Student Employment
application to assist in job placement. Students are paid at least minimum wage and receive a check each month.
Scholarships/Awards
Mount Marty College provides a number of tuition scholarships to acknowledge and support outstanding academic
achievement, community service, leadership and special talent. Any prospective student who believes that he or she is eligible
and/or has financial need should consider applying for a scholarship. Information on the scholarships described below may be
obtained from the Admission or Financial Assistance Offices.
Please note that scholarships, grants and awards described in this section, are reserved for full-time Yankton Campus
students (12 or more credits per semester). The scholarships are contingent on the maintenance of this status and a designated
cumulative grade point average. Scholarships apply to the regular academic semesters (fall/spring) only. Scholarships do not
apply to discounted programs. The college recommends that eligible students submit their scholarship application immediately
following acceptance.
Mount Marty College reserves the right to limit the amount and number of college sponsored scholarships or grants
awarded to an individual student. The college also reserves the right to renew scholarships from college-funded sources. Awards
may be continued, increased or decreased, depending on the conditions existing at the time of awarding renewal applications.
Mount Marty College scholarships and grants are awarded on an annual basis. Factors such as academic achievement,
talent, need and availability of funding are used in evaluating the awards. Scholarships may be awarded from either or both the
Mount Marty College or name scholarship programs.
Presidential Scholarships
Incoming freshmen with an ACT composite score of at least 30, or a cumulative GPA of 4.0 are eligible to apply for
the Mount Marty College Presidential Scholarship. The award is valued up to full tuition and is renewable as long as the student
maintains a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5. A special application is required.
Dean’s Scholarships
Incoming freshmen with an ACT composite score of at least 29, or a cumulative GPA of 3.9 are eligible to apply for
Mount Marty College Dean’s Scholarships. The awards vary and are renewable as long as the student maintains a cumulative
GPA of at least 3.5. A special application is required.
Trustee Scholarships
Incoming freshmen with an ACT composite score of at least 28, or a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.7, are
eligible to apply for Mount Marty College Trustee Scholarships. The awards vary and are renewable as long as the student
maintains a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5. A special application is required.
Benedictine Scholarships
Incoming freshmen with an ACT composite score of at least 26, or a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5, are
eligible to apply for Mount Marty College Benedictine Scholarships. The awards vary and are renewable as long as the student
maintains a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. A special application is required.
Mount Marty College Excellence and Scholastica Excellence Scholarships
These scholarships are awarded to incoming students and are renewable to degree completion as long as the student
complies with general scholarship criteria and maintains a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5. The scholarships vary and are based
on the student’s ACT composite score and cumulative grade point average.
Mount Marty College Merit and Scholastica Merit Scholarships
These scholarships are awarded to incoming students and are renewable to degree completion as long as the student
complies with general scholarship criteria and maintains a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. The scholarships vary and are based
on the student’s ACT composite score and cumulative grade point average.
Mount Marty College Academic Honors and Scholastica Honors Scholarships
These scholarships are awarded to incoming students and are renewable to degree completion as long as the student
complies with general scholarship criteria and maintains a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5. The scholarships vary and are based
on the student’s ACT composite score and cumulative grade point average.
Mount Marty College Achievement and Scholastica Achievement Awards
These awards are granted to incoming students and are renewable to degree completion as long as the student complies
with general scholarship criteria and maintains a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5. The awards vary and are based on the student’s
ACT composite score and cumulative grade point average.
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Mount Marty College Incentive Awards
These awards are granted to incoming students and are renewable to degree completion as long as the student complies
with general scholarship criteria and maintains a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0. The awards vary and are based on the student’s
ACT composite score and cumulative grade point average.
Catholic Leadership Awards
These awards are granted to incoming Catholic students through a competitive application process. The award is
renewable as long as the student maintains a college cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 and participates in Mount Marty College
campus ministry activities.
Mother Jerome Schmitt Presidential Scholarship
Mother Jerome Schmitt assisted in opening Mount Marty Academy in 1922. She taught there for ten (10) years. In
1932 she was elected prioress of Sacred Heart Convent and served in that position for twenty-nine (29) years. Under her
leadership Mount Marty Junior College began in 1936 and she served as the first president from 1936-1957.
A full-tuition scholarship in her honor is awarded each spring to a current full-time student. The award is based on
scholastic achievement, participation and contribution to the academic and civic community, along with faculty
recommendations.
Sister Jacquelyn Ernster Scholarship
Sister Jacquelyn Ernster’s dedicated service to Mount Marty College spanned 25 years: 13 years as the fifth president,
7 years as the vice president for academic affairs and 5 years as a faculty member in the history department.
This scholarship is based on outstanding leadership, campus involvement and the integration of the Benedictine values
and philosophy into his/her daily living.
Endowed Scholarships
Through the generosity of the college’s donors, endowed and annual scholarships are available in various amounts.
Scholarships are awarded through the financial assistance office based on donor criteria and student applications.
Grants
Mount Marty College provides grants to students for outstanding leadership, community service, campus involvement
and need. These grants are reserved for full-time Yankton campus students (12 credits or more per semester).
Athletic Grants
Mount Marty College awards athletic grants annually to students with certain athletic abilities who meet specific
requirements. Inquiries should be directed to the Athletic Department or Admission Office.
Mount Marty College Grants
Available to the following students who have financial need: 1) Students living on-campus; 2) Students living with
their parents; 3) Independent students per federal guidelines (FAFSA).
Talent Grants
Mount Marty College provides talent grants in the areas of arts and music. Awards vary to students who possess special
talents in these areas. Recipients are required to participate in extracurricular activities, including play productions, chorus, band,
etc. A special application form is available from the Admission Office.
ROTC
Mount Marty College in cooperation with the Military Science Department of the University of South Dakota,
Vermillion, offers an option to its students with the Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program. Qualified students
earn federal commissions while they earn their bachelor degree by taking military science courses, completing a five-week
summer leadership course and maintaining established standards in academics, physical fitness and citizenship. After graduation
and commissioning, new second lieutenants serve in a variety of positions with Army National Guard and Army Reserve units
throughout the region, or they compete for selection to active duty assignment.
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ACADEMIC POLICIES
Academic Amnesty Policy
An undergraduate student who experienced previous academic deficiencies at Mount Marty College may apply for
academic amnesty for up to two consecutive semesters of Mount Marty College credit. Prior to applying, the student must not
have attended Mount Marty College for at least three years. Upon returning, the student must maintain a minimum term GPA of
2.5 for 12 credits or in the case of a part-time student, consecutive terms of 2.5 GPA until 12 credits have been earned.
The application for amnesty of up to two semesters must be submitted to the Academic Standards and Admissions
Committee. Applications must be submitted by mid-term of the semester following successful completion of said requirements. If
the application for amnesty is accepted it will pertain to the entire semester not partial semesters.
This policy applies only to the student’s GPA. All course grades will remain on the student’s official record. A student
may use academic amnesty only once. All grades obtained at Mount Marty College shall be used in the calculation to determine
graduation honors.
Academic amnesty does not guarantee that the courses will be excluded from certain professional programs, graduate
programs or other institutions of higher learning or will apply to the Nursing program. This amnesty policy does not apply to
anyone seeking a degree or certification in Teacher Education and the Nursing program. This policy does not override policies of
individual majors.
Academic Dishonesty Policy
Students are encouraged and expected to conduct themselves conforming to the highest standards in regard to academic
honesty. Violations of standards of academic honesty include cheating, plagiarism, collusion and fabrication/falsification of
records. Students violating such standards will be disciplined in accordance with this policy. Violations of this policy may result
in dismissal from the college. Withdrawal from a course will not relieve a student of potential disciplinary action in connection
with academic dishonesty.
Procedures for Resolving Academic Dishonesty Issues
An instructor who believes that a student has committed plagiarism or another form of academic dishonesty should
visit confidentially with the individual student about the assignment. At this time, the instructor needs to provide the student with
a copy of the assignment, explicit and well-documented evidence supporting the instructor’s belief and a copy of the academic
dishonesty policy and procedures. Based on the nature of the suspected infraction, the instructor is encouraged to consult with the
division chairperson to describe the infraction, the evidence and the penalties being considered. If appropriate, the student’s
advisor should be notified.
Upon determining the extent and the type of academic dishonesty and intentionality, the instructor may choose one of
the following penalties. The student may redo the assignment, fail the assignment or fail the course.
If the instructor determines that the student should fail the course, the instructor needs to submit a formal report to the
division chair that includes the assignment and the instructor’s evidence of plagiarism.
The instructor shall then provide written notification of the infraction and the penalty imposed to the academic dean.
Based on the severity of the infraction, the academic dean may then place the student on academic probation or dismiss
the student from the college.
If the student disagrees with the penalty, he or she may begin the formal grade change appeal process by filing a formal
written appeal to the Academic Standards and Admission Committee with a copy provided to the academic dean.
Adding and Dropping Classes
The add/drop period is the time during which students may adjust their academic schedule for the term without
financial or academic consequences. The last day of the drop/add period for a course is designated as the census date for that
course and is the official date for enrollment reporting for the course. Refer to the college calendar for specific dates.
After census date, a student may withdraw from a course without academic penalty through 60% of the term. However,
classes will remain on the transcript with a grade of “W” indicating withdrawal. Non-standard courses will be calculated
individually. After 60% of the term, no withdrawal will be permitted and the student must accept a grade.
Advising
Knowing that effective advising can be key to a successful academic career, Mount Marty College provides a unique
advising system. This system of advising assures that each student has the support he or she needs from the beginning of his or
her college career to graduation and beyond. The caring attitude of college personnel is viewed as the most effective retention
force on a campus.
At Mount Marty College, each student is matched with an academic advisor. Freshmen are matched with a member of
the Freshman Advising Team and in the sophomore year are referred to an advisor in his/her chosen major discipline. The
advisor provides formal and informal guidance intended to help the student investigate, identify and accomplish academic and
career plans that are compatible with his/her life goals. In addition to providing academic advising, advisors serve as general
consultants to their advisees and refer those with special needs to appropriate support services.
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Although Mount Marty College takes pride in its network of academic advisors and career counselors who assist
students in working toward a degree, the final responsibility for completing all degree requirements rests with the student.
Assessment
A systematic program of assessing student learning outcomes began and has been expanded to include assessment of
student academic achievement in all academic departments and program, and in academic support areas.
Attendance
Instructors are expected to state requirements for class attendance in keeping with the nature and structure of the
course. An instructor makes clear the proficiency and performance competency which indicates mastery of the course. It is the
student’s responsibility to reach this mastery.
It is expected that students attend each session of courses in which they registered in order to master the content of the
course with the assistance of the instructor’s leadership and the interaction of students in the class. Students who miss class in
order to attend college-sponsored activities off campus will be responsible for work missed. The director of the activity and/or
student should notify appropriate faculty and staff prior to the absence.
Audit
If space is available, full-time students may audit one course each term without tuition charge. The fees are not waived.
The same benefit applies to faculty and employees as noted in tuition waivers section. Priority of class registration is given,
however, to regularly-enrolled students. Requirements for level of participation in the class are set by the instructor. Courses that
are audited will not receive any semester credits that can be applied to any department or college graduation requirement. A
decision to change a section status from audit to credit must be made with the consent of the instructor and registrar prior to the
last day to withdraw.
Calendar
Mount Marty College operates throughout the calendar year with the usual nine-month academic year and additional
summer sessions. The academic year includes a fall semester which usually commences in late August and ends in December and
a spring semester which commences in January and ends in May. The summer session commences the week following
graduation and offers classes of varying lengths.
Class Status and Normal Load
A full-time undergraduate student is defined as one who carries a minimum of 12 credits. Registration above 18 credits
requires the prior approval of the academic dean and is subject to additional tuition.
For undergraduate registration and reporting purposes, Mount Marty College determines the student’s class level by the
following divisions in cumulative credit hours earned.
Classification
Credits Earned
Freshman 0-23
Sophomore 24-59
Junior 60-89
Senior 90+
For graduate students, a full-time student is defined in Nurse Anesthesia as one who carries three semester credits, in
Nursing and Education as one who carries six semester credits and in the MBA program one who carries eight semester credits.
A credit hour is a unit of measure that gives value to the level of instruction, academic rigor, and time requirements for
a course taken at an educational institution. At its most basic, a credit hour is a proxy measure of a quantity of student learning.
The higher education community has long used the credit hour, as defined by the Carnegie unit, as part of a process to establish a
standard measure of faculty workloads, costs of instruction, and rates of educational efficiencies as well as a measure of student
work for transfer students.
The amount of work represented in intended learning outcomes and verified by evidence of student achievement is an
institutionally established equivalency that reasonably approximates not less than:
1. One hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction and a minimum of two hours of out of class student
work each week for approximately fifteen weeks for one semester ... or the equivalent amount of work
over a different amount of time; or
2. At least an equivalent amount of work as required in paragraph one of this definition for other academic
activities as established by the institution including:
a. Laboratory – minimum of 2 hours per credit
b. Internships/Service Learning/Practicum – minimum of 40 hours per credit
c. Nursing
i. Clinical = 1 credit hour requires 3 hours of clinical practice setting
ii. Lab = 1 credit hour requires 2 hours of nursing lab
Courses delivered through a non-traditional method (e.g., online, blended, accelerated, etc.) have comparable learning
outcomes to such courses in traditional classes.
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Course Numbers
Mount Marty College courses are numbered according to the following system:
000-099 Developmental (may not be applied toward graduation requirements)
100-199 Freshman level
200-299 Sophomore/junior level
300-399 Junior/senior level
400-499 Senior level
500-799 Graduate courses
Credit Options
Mount Marty College is committed to providing alternate delivery systems of education for persons for whom
traditional educational opportunities are not appropriate, available, convenient or possible. In support of this commitment, we
offer the following options to students:
Credit for Prior Learning Assessment
Students may apply for credit for past personal or professional experiences (career and personal experiences, job
related activities, travel, foreign residence, community service, training received through on-the-job instruction, self-study or
specialized schooling) that have resulted in the attainment of college-level competencies. Students must have full admission
status before being considered for Credit for Prior Learning Assessment. There is no limit to the amount of assessment credit a
student can receive, but assessed credit does not meet the residency requirement. Assessed credit must be directly related to the
degree being pursued. Assessment fee payment is due when the portfolio is submitted.
Credit for Military Service
Mount Marty College uses the American Council on Education (ACE) Guide to the Evaluation of Educational
Experiences in the Armed Services to recognize learning acquired through courses taken during military service.
Credit by Examination
Some academic departments provide campus-developed challenge examinations.
CLEP
Mount Marty College is an authorized Limited Test Center for the administration of the College Level Examination
Program (CLEP) Subject Area Examinations. These national examinations cover a wide range of subject matter areas.
Dean’s List
At the end of each fall and spring semester, all full-time undergraduate students completing a full-time load of graded
coursework (with no incompletes) with a minimum term grade point average of 3.5 will be named to the Dean’s List.
Disabilities
Mount Marty College takes great pride in the academic achievements of its students and is committed to ensuring equal
learning opportunities for all students. Students with disabilities may request reasonable and appropriate accommodations
through Disability Services. The Disability Services office, housed in the Student Counseling Center, seeks to provide students
with equal access to their Mount Marty College education in accordance with the College’s procedures, Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Examinations
Midterm week is designated as a time for oral and/or written evaluation of course work. During this time, faculty
members often schedule individual conferences with their students to review academic performance.
Dates of final exams are specified in the college calendar and specific final exam schedule is posted on the registrar’s
office website. In case of an emergency, a student may request a change in time for a final exam. The student must submit the
request to the instructor.
Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act of 1974 (Buckley Amendment)
(revised 10-7-11)
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, as amended (the “Act”), is a federal law which requires that
Mount Marty College protect students’ “Education Records” and “Personally Identifiable Information.”
Who Is Protected By FERPA?
FERPA protects all students who attends or has attended Mount Marty College, beginning on the first day the student
begins attending class on any campus/location or through any distance education offered by Mount Marty College. FERPA does
not protect individuals who have never been admitted to Mount Marty College. This policy does not apply to applicant files or to
files of accepted applicants who do not matriculate.
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What Information Is Protected?
1. Education Records. The term “education records” encompasses all recorded information, regardless of medium, which
is directly related to a student and which is maintained by Mount Marty College. Education records include, but are not
limited to, admissions, personal, academic, certain personnel, financial aid, cooperative education and placement
records. Education records do not include the following:
a. Records of instructional, supervisory, administrative, and ancillary educational personnel which are in the
sole possession of the maker and are not accessible or revealed to any other individual except a substitute
who may temporarily perform the duties of the maker;
b. Records of a law enforcement unit of Mount Marty College which are maintained solely for law enforcement
purposes, and are not disclosed to individuals other than law enforcement officers of the same jurisdiction.
Education records of Mount Marty College may not be disclosed, however, to the law enforcement unit;
c. Records relating to individuals who are employed by Mount Marty College which are made and maintained
in the normal course of business, relate exclusively to individuals in their capacity as employees and are not
available for another purpose. But, employment records of persons who are employed solely as a
consequence of college attendance – e.g., teaching/graduate assistants, work-study students, student interns –
are education records;
d. Records created and maintained by a physician, psychiatrist, psychologist or other recognized professional or
paraprofessional, acting or assisting in a professional capacity, such as student health records, to be used
solely in connection with the provision of treatment to the student and not disclosed to anyone other than for
treatment purposes. The records may be disclosed to a physician or professional of the student’s choice.
Treatment in this context does not include remedial education activities or other activities which are part of
the program of instruction at Mount Marty College; and
e. Records which contain only information relating to a person after that person is no longer a student at the
institution (e.g., alumni accomplishments).
f. Grades on peer-graded papers before they are collected and recorded by an instructor.
2. Personally Identifiable Information. A student’s “personally identifiable information” includes, but is not limited to, the
following:
a. The names of the student and his or her parents and family members;
b. The address of the student or the student’s family;
c. Personal identifiers, such as the student’s social security number or other student number;
d. A list of personal characteristics that would make the student “easily identifiable”; and
e. Other information that would make the student “easily identifiable.”
What Information Can Be Disclosed Without Student Consent?
1. Written Consent Generally Required. Generally, Mount Marty College cannot disclose education records or personally
identifiable information contained in those records without the student’s prior signed and dated consent. The written
consent must:
a. specify the records to be disclosed;
b. state the purpose of the disclosure; and
c. identify the party or class of parties to whom the disclosure may be made.
A copy of the education record disclosed or to be disclosed shall be provided to the student upon request.
2. Disclosure Without Consent. In certain circumstances, however, Mount Marty College may disclose information
without consent. Consequently, Mount Marty College reserves its rights – as permitted by law – to disclose education
records or components thereof without written consent to as follows:
a. To “school officials” who have a “legitimate educational interest” in reviewing the information. “School
official” shall mean any person who is a trustee, officer, agent or employee of Mount Marty College.
“School official” shall also include those parties designated in the following section defining “legitimate
educational interest.” “Legitimate educational interest” shall mean any authorized interest, or activity
undertaken in the name of Mount Marty College for which access to an education record is necessary or
appropriate to the proper performance of the undertaking. It shall include, without limitation, access by a
student’s instructor, department head, advisor, dean, the chief academic and campus life administrator, the
president, a trustee, the custodian of Mount Marty College records, the alumni administrator, legal counsel,
the financial aid administrator, administrators charged with maintaining education records, the staff and
subordinates of the foregoing and others authorized by the president, to the extent the foregoing persons are
acting within the course and scope of their employment or authority;
b. To officials of other educational agencies or institutions in which a student seeks to enroll or in which the
student is currently enrolled so long as the disclosure is for the purpose of and related to the student’s
enrollment or transfer;
c. To authorized representatives of the Comptroller General of the United States, the Secretary of the United
States Department of Education and state or local educational authorities, but only if the information is
necessary for audit and evaluation of federal, state or locally supported programs and only if such agencies or
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authorities have a policy for protecting information received from re-disclosure and for destroying the
information when it is no longer needed for such purposes (unless access is authorized by federal law or
student consent);
d. To persons or organizations providing student financial aid to determine the amount, eligibility, conditions of
award and to enforce the terms of the award;
e. To state and local officials pursuant to statutes adopted before November 19, 1974 or statutes adopted later if
the later-adopted statutes concern juvenile justice system and the state and local officials agree not to redisclose
the records;
f. To organizations conducting studies for or on behalf of educational agencies or institutions to develop,
validate, and administer predictive tests, to administer student aid programs or to improve instruction, so long
as there is no further external disclosure of personally identifiable information and the information is
destroyed when no longer necessary for the projects;
g. To accrediting organizations to carry out their accrediting functions;
h. To parents of a “dependent student” as set out in section 152 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as it may
be amended;
i. In response to a lawfully issued subpoena or judicial order, provided that Mount Marty College first makes a
reasonable attempt to notify the student of the subpoena. Mount Marty College may make a disclosure
without prior notification if specifically so instructed pursuant to the terms of the subpoena or order. In the
event that Mount Marty College initiates legal action against a student – or the student initiates legal action
against Mount Marty College – Mount Marty College may disclose education records without a subpoena if
those records are relevant to the legal action;
j. To appropriate persons in a health or safety emergency if the information is necessary to protect the health or
safety of the student or other individuals;
k. To an alleged victim of any crime of violence or non-forcible sex offense (as those terms are defined in
section 16 of title 18, United States Code). Mount Marty College may only disclose to the victim the final
results of any disciplinary proceeding conducted by Mount Marty College. The results can be disclosed
whether or not Mount Marty College finds that a violation of Mount Marty College rules and regulations
occurred;
l. In response to the request for an outcome of a disciplinary proceeding conducted by Mount Marty College
but only if (a) the student is the alleged perpetrator of a crime of violence or non-forcible sex offense; and (b)
Mount Marty College determines that the student has violated Mount Marty College rules or policies.
Notwithstanding these provisions, however, Mount Marty College may not disclose the name of any other
student – including the alleged victim or any witnesses – without the written consent of the other students;
m. To the student’s parent in connection with a drug or alcohol violation if (a) Mount Marty College determines
that the student committed a disciplinary violation with respect to the use or possession; and (b) the student is
under the age of 21;
n. To the United States Attorney General (or any federal officer or employee in a position not lower than an
Assistant Attorney General, designated by the Attorney General) in response to a valid ex parte court order
relevant to the investigation of domestic or international terrorism or the prosecution of any offense listed in
18 U.S.C. 2332b(g)(5); and
o. All information designated as “directory information” as set forth below.
What is Directory Information and How May it Be Disclosed?
In its discretion, Mount Marty College may disclose, publish, or provide directory information concerning a student
without the student’s prior consent. Directory information shall include: the student’s name, address, telephone number, date and
place of birth, e-mail address, major field of study, dates of attendance, degrees and awards received, enrollment status, the most
recent previous educational agency or institution attended by the student, participation in officially recognized activities and
sports, weight and height of members of athletic teams and other similar information.
Students may prevent Mount Marty College from disclosing, publishing or providing directory information without
their consent by notifying the registrar in writing within seven calendar days after the first scheduled day of class of the fall term.
All written requests for non-disclosure will be honored by the college for only one academic year. Consequently, a student must
notify the registrar of the student’s desire to withhold directory information annually. Alumni may request non-disclosure of
directory information concerning them at any time. Such request will be honored continuously.
What Rights Does A Student Have Under FERPA?
Generally, FERPA gives students several rights, including:
• The right to inspect and review information contained in their education records;
• The right to challenge the contents of those records which a student considers to be inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise
in violation of their privacy or other rights. But FERPA does not provide a student with the right to challenge an
accurately recorded grade;
• The right to a hearing if the student’s challenge is unsatisfactory; and
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• The right to submit explanatory statements for inclusion in the student’s records if the decision on the student’s
challenge is unacceptable. The registrar has been assigned the responsibility to coordinate the inspection and review
procedures for education records.
Request for Review: Students who desire to review their education records shall present a written request to the registrar listing
the item or items to be reviewed. Only those education records subject to inspection under this policy will be available for
review. The registrar will make the records available for review no later than forty-five (45) calendar days following receipt of a
written request. The registrar will also respond to reasonable requests for explanation or interpretation of the records.
Copies: If circumstances effectively prevent the student from reviewing the education records, Mount Marty College will
provide a copy of the records to the student or make other arrangements to enable the student to review the records at Mount
Marty College’s discretion. The fee for making copies of an education record is $1.00 per page and must be paid by the student at
the time copies are requested.
Holds: A copy of an education record otherwise subject to review may be refused if a “hold” for non-payment of financial
obligations exists.
Challenge of Contents of Education Records: A student may challenge any education record that the student believes contains
information that is inaccurate, misleading or is otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy or other rights. The student should
initially discuss the student’s concerns informally with the registrar. If the registrar agrees with the student’s request, the
appropriate education records will be amended and the student shall be notified in writing of the amendment. If the registrar
disagrees with the student’s challenge, the student shall be notified (within 15 calendar days of the student’s request) that the
education records will not be amended. The student will be notified of the student’s right to a hearing. Note: Rights of challenge
cannot be used to question substantive educational judgments which are correctly recorded (e.g., course grades with which the
student disagrees).
Right to Hearing: Student requests for a formal hearing must be made in writing within 10 calendar days after receipt of the
notice from the registrar. Within 10 calendar days after receipt of the written request the registrar shall notify the student of the
date, time and place of the hearing. The student shall be given notice reasonably in advance of the hearing date. The student shall
be afforded a full and fair opportunity to present evidence relevant to the issues raised. The student may be assisted or
represented at the hearing by one or more persons of the student’s choice, including an attorney, at the student’s expense. The
hearing shall be conducted by a person (or panel) designated by the president who does not have a direct interest in the outcome
of the hearing. The decision of the hearing officer or panel shall be final, shall be based solely on the evidence presented at the
hearing and shall be in writing, summarizing the evidence and stating the reasons for the decision. The written report shall be
mailed to the student no later than 30 calendar days after the date of the hearing.
Amendment to Records: If the hearing officer or panel determines that the education records at issue are inaccurate, misleading
or otherwise in violation of the privacy or other rights of the student, the education records shall be amended in accordance with
the decision and the student shall be so informed in writing. If the hearing officer or panel determines that the education records
at issue are not inaccurate, misleading or otherwise in violation of the privacy or other rights of the student, the student may place
in the education records a statement commenting on the information in the education records, or a statement setting forth any
reasons for disagreeing with the decision of the hearing officer or panel. The statement shall be placed in the education records
and shall be maintained as part of the education records so long as the education records are maintained. The statement shall be
disclosed whenever the education records in question are disclosed.
Complaint With Family Policy Office: A student who believes that the determination made concerning the student’s challenge
was unfair or not in keeping with the provisions of this policy or the act may request, in writing, assistance from the president of
Mount Marty College to aid the student in filing a complaint with the Family Policy and Regulations Office, U.S. Department of
Education, Washington, D.C. 20202.
Is a Student’s Right to Review Education Records Unlimited?
No. Students do not have the right to inspect or review:
• Financial information submitted by a student’s parents;
• Confidential letters and/or recommendations placed in the student’s file prior to January 1, 1975, if the documents were
intended to be confidential and are used only for the purpose(s) for which they were specifically intended;
• Confidential letters and/or recommendations placed in the student’s file after January 1, 1975, associated with
admissions, employment, or job placement or the receipt of an honor or honorary recognition if the student has
voluntarily waived his/her right to inspect the confidential letters and/or recommendations in writing; and
• Education records containing information about more than one student. In such a case, Mount Marty College will
permit access only to that part of the education record pertaining to the inquiring student.
Can a Student Waive Rights Under FERPA?
Yes, a student may waive any or all rights under this Policy. Mount Marty College does not require waivers and no
institutional service or benefit will be denied a student who fails to supply a waiver. All waivers must be in writing and signed by
the student. A student may waive his/her rights to inspect and review either individual documents (e.g., a letter of
recommendation) or classes of documents (e.g. an admissions file). The items or documents to which a student has waived
his/her right of access shall be used only for the purpose for which they were collected. If used for other purposes, the waiver
shall be void and the documents may be inspected by the student. A student may revoke a waiver in writing, but by revoking it,
the student does not regain the right to inspect and review documents collected while the waiver was validly in force.
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Students also waive their right to object to Mount Marty College’s disclosure of directory information if they do not
timely notify the registrar of their objections in accordance with the directory information provisions of this policy.
Is Mount Marty College Required to Keep a Record of Disclosures?
Yes. Mount Marty College is required to keep a written record of all education record disclosures and requests. The
student shall have the right to inspect such record. The record shall include the names of parties or agencies to which disclosure is
made, the legitimate reason for the disclosure and the date of the disclosure. No record of disclosure is required for those
disclosures made to a student for the student’s own use, disclosures made with the student’s written consent, disclosures made to
a “school official” with a “legitimate educational interest,” disclosures of “directory information” or for other disclosures
permitted by law. Records of disclosure shall be subject to review only by the student, the custodian and his/her/its staff, “school
officials” as defined herein and federal, state or local government officials conducting audits of compliance by Mount Marty
College with the Act.
Any disclosure of education records authorized under this policy (whether with or without student consent) shall be
made on the condition that the recipient shall not re-disclose the education records without consent or authorization as required
herein, and shall not permit or condone any unauthorized use. Authorization for re-disclosure, without consent, for purposes and
to persons and parties permitted by law, may be given to a person or party designated in the section titled “Disclosure Without
Consent” above. Any such authorization must include a record of (a) the name of the person or party to whom re-disclosures can
be made; and (b) the legitimate interests which the additional person or party has for receiving the information and the purposes
for which it may be used. Such re-disclosures must be on the conditions set forth in the first paragraph of this section.
Can Student Records Be Destroyed?
Yes. But once a student has requested access to his/her education records, those records may not be destroyed until
inspection and review have been provided or, if denied, until all complaint proceedings have been completed. Subject to the
foregoing condition, the obligation to maintain student statements of clarification exists only so long as the underlying education
records are maintained. Subject to other applicable laws, policies or regulations, Mount Marty College reserves the right to
dispose of education records when it deems appropriate.
Grade Change/Appeal Policy
At the beginning of each semester, instructors will distribute copies of their syllabi which will outline their grading
policy. Copies of all syllabi are maintained in the academic affairs office.
If a student has a question concerning a course grade, he or she should arrange to discuss the grade with the instructor
before the end of the second week of the following term. This discussion may result in one of three actions: no change in grade,
changes in the grade by the instructor or a grade appeal by the student. Grade changes are generally only due to an error in
recording or posting a grade. Students are not allowed to complete extra work in order to improve their grade once the term has
ended.
If the instructor in determination of a grade or in reporting the grade has made an error, the instructor may submit a
grade change form to the registrar’s office. Any error not reported within one month of the beginning of the following regular
term must have approval from the academic dean before a change may be made to the student’s record. A changed grade replaces
the original reported grade and automatically changes the cumulative GPA.
If a student believes an instructor has violated the distributed grading policy for the course, or the student believes the
instructor has assigned a grade inconsistently or with malicious intent, the student may appeal the grade using the following
procedures.
1. The first step in the appeal process is to discuss the grade with the instructor.
2. If the discussion with the instructor does not resolve the issue for the student, the student must then speak with the
division chair/graduate program director.
3. If the discussion with the division chair/program director does not resolve the issue for the student, the student
must then speak with the academic dean.
4. If the informal process does not resolve the issue, he or she must then file a formal written appeal to the Academic
Standards and Admission Committee (for undergraduate students) or Graduate Council (for graduate students)
with a copy provided to the academic dean. The academic dean notifies the division chair/program director and
instructor that a formal appeal has been filed. This must be accomplished within one month of the end of the
informal process. The voting members of the Academic Standards and Admission Committee/Graduate Council
will convene a formal hearing regarding the appeal within two weeks of receipt. The committee will prepare
written findings within seven days of the hearing. Copies of the findings are sent to the student, faculty member,
division chair/program director and academic dean.
5. If the student or the faculty member is not satisfied with the findings, he/she may submit a formal appeal to the
president within two weeks of the Academic Standards and Admission Committee/Graduate Program written
findings. The decision of the president is final.
Students in the Master of Science in Nurse Anesthesia program are governed by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse
Anesthesia Educational Program. Policies outlined in the Nurse Anesthesia Student Handbook supersede general graduate
catalog policies.
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Grading System
Grades reflect achievement and competency rather than mere class attendance. Achievement is based on the evidence
of tests, class participation, research, proficiency in skills and/or other means of measurement as defined by the instructor.
Each grade carries a grade point component for each credit hour. To determine the grade point average, the total
number of points earned in any one term is divided by the total number of credit hours attempted. This includes credit hours with
a grade of “F.”
A Superior, outstanding work 4 Grade Points
B Excellent, high quality work 3 Grade Points
C Average, satisfactory work 2 Grade Points
D Below Average, passing 1 Grade Point
F Failure 0 Grade Points
NC No credit Not calculated in GPA
P Pass Not calculated in GPA
U Unsatisfactory Not calculated in GPA
I Incomplete Not calculated in GPA
W Withdraw Not calculated in GPA
WP Withdraw Passing Not calculated in GPA
WF Withdraw Failing 0 Grade Points
Grievance Policy
Mount Marty College students have procedures they may follow in carrying out or stating a grievance against an
instructor. Issues of sexual harassment should follow the Sexual Harassment Policy in the Student Handbook. Students in the
Master of Science in Nurse Anesthesia program are governed by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational
Program. Policies outlined in the Nurse Anesthesia Student Handbook supersede general graduate catalog policies.
1. The first step in the grievance process is to discuss the grievance with the instructor.
2. If the discussion with the instructor does not resolve the issue for the student, the student must then speak with the
division chair or the graduate program director.
3. If the discussion with the division chair/program director does not resolve the issue for the student, the student
must then speak with the academic dean.
4. If the informal process does not resolve the issue for the student, he or she must then file a formal written appeal
to the Academic Standards and Admissions Committee (for undergraduate students) or the Graduate Council (for
graduate students) with a copy provided to the academic dean. The academic dean notifies the division
chair/program director and instructor that a formal appeal has been filed. This must be accomplished within one
month of the end of the informal process. The voting members of the Academic Standards and Admissions
Committee/Graduate Council along with two students appointed by Student Affairs will convene a formal hearing
regarding the appeal within two weeks of receipt. The committee prepares written findings within seven days of
the hearing. Copies of the findings are sent to the student, instructor, division chair/program director and academic
dean.
5. If the student or instructor is not satisfied with the findings, he or she may submit a formal appeal to the president.
The appeal must be filed within two weeks of the Academic Standards and Admissions Committee/Graduate
Council written findings. The decision of the president is final.
Incomplete
An incomplete grade is given only when a student whose course work is satisfactory has, for reasons acceptable to the
instructor, been unable to complete the work. The incomplete is to be made up at the time designated by the instructor or no later
than the end of the following term. If a grade change is not submitted to the registrar’s office by the deadline indicated on the
final grade roster, the incomplete becomes a failing grade.
Students may be placed on financial aid “warning” or “suspension” status for not completing the minimum credit hours
standards of MMC’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy. In addition, students may have federal funds returned per the
Federal Return of Title IV Funds Policy if all incomplete grades are assigned for the term. This would then create a student
account balance due in the business office.
Leave of Absence
Students choosing to interrupt their studies for academic, financial or personal reasons may apply for a leave of
absence. Students must obtain approval before leaving Mount Marty College and not attend another institution while on a leave
of absence. Students granted a leave after 60% of the term will receive grades of WP (withdraw passing) or WF (withdraw
failing).
The Leave may be granted for no more than one semester and may only be used once while enrolled. To request an
extension or to utilize this policy for more than one semester, the student must re-submit the application form.
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Students who apply for a leave of absence are able to return to Mount Marty College within one semester and resume
studies under the original catalog of enrollment and receive the same Mount Marty College scholarships and awards awarded the
prior semester of enrollment.
Students called to active military service are obligated to notify their advisor of active duty status and complete a leave
of absence form (as stated above). Students may withdraw from any or all courses and receive full tuition credit toward future
enrollment at Mount Marty College or take incompletes (with instructor approval) for any or all courses.
After ten weeks of coursework, students with passing grades may accept the letter grade, accept an incomplete or
accept grades of P or U in accordance with the pass/fail policy. If significant material in the course is not yet completed by the
end of the tenth week, the student will be given the option of withdrawing from the course or taking an incomplete. This decision
will be made in conjunction with the instructor.
The leave of absence application is located on the registrar’s office website. Upon returning to Mount Marty College,
students must submit the “Readmission Application” to the admission’s office.
Majors and Minors
Majors are ordinarily taken within a single program area. The student is accountable for proper completion of all
requirements for the major. These requirements are listed with the program. A minimum of 28 credit hours is required for a
major. A given department, with faculty approval, may require more. A student pursuing a double major must fully meet major
requirements and related required requirements in both programs.
Through the Interdisciplinary Studies program, a student, with the help of their advisor and the approval of the
academic dean, can design an individualized course of study leading to a degree. Prior to graduation and before financial
assistance can be awarded, an approved plan must be on file in the registrar’s office.
A minimum of 16 credit hours is required for a minor. Specific minor requirements are listed with the programs
offered. A minor is not required for graduation.
Pass-Fail Policy
Once each academic year students may register for a course under the pass-fail option. It is the responsibility of the
student to fill out the request form in the registrar’s office. Students have through 60% of the term to decide whether or not they
will use this grading option for the course. (See semester calendar for exact dates.) The directives to be followed are listed below:
1. The course should be an elective outside the major or minor department or a non-required course within the major
or minor.
2. The following general education requirements may not be taken on pass-fail:
a. ENG-103, ENG-104
b. MTH 125 or higher
c. HIS 106, 107, 108, 228, 229
d. RSP 126, 150
e. STH 130
If the student receives a “C” grade or above, the course is recorded as “P” on the student’s permanent record. The
credits count toward graduation, but no quality points are recorded and the grade has no effect on the student’s grade point
average. If the student receives a “D” grade or below, the course is recorded as “U” on the student’s permanent record. The
credits do not count toward graduation, no quality points are recorded and the grade has no effect on the student’s grade point
average. If a course was originally taken for a letter grade it cannot be repeated using the pass/fail option.
Probation & Suspension
Undergraduate Programs
Academic standing of students is determined for all students at the end of each fall and spring semester. Students may
request assessment of academic standing after the summer term.
Students whose cumulative grade point average (GPA) falls below a 2.0 are automatically considered for academic
probation for the following semester. Probationary students who fail to achieve a semester GPA of 2.0 while on probation are
automatically considered for suspension. The faculty and staff members of the academic standards and admission committee will
review all such identified students to determine those students who will be placed on academic probation or suspension for the
next semester. Probationary status continues for identified students until their cumulative GPA improves to 2.0. However,
attainment of a semester GPA of 2.0 or better is considered evidence of satisfactory improvement while failure to achieve a
semester GPA of 2.0 while on probation will result in consideration for suspension.
Students on academic probation who are receiving financial aid are also placed on financial aid probation. (For further
information see the financial assistance office.)
Students suspended from college may appeal in writing to the academic dean within the deadline specified in the
suspension letter. Student appeals will be reviewed by the faculty and staff members of the academic standards and admission
committee to determine the status of the student. The review will include academic performance, statements from the student,
their advisor, at least one faculty member other than their advisor and any other documentation deemed appropriate by the
student. The committee may ask for additional information from students, advisors or instructors if appropriate in order to make
an appropriate decision. The committee may uphold the suspension or waive the suspension with or without stipulations on a
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case-by-case basis. Students will be notified in writing of their status prior to the beginning of the next academic semester.
Suspended students are not eligible to enroll for any classes for a minimum of two (2) semesters or until the terms of suspension
are met.
Graduate Programs
Academic standing of students is determined for all students at the end of each fall and spring semester. Students may
request assessment of academic standing after the summer term. Students in the Master of Science in Nurse Anesthesia program
are governed by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Program. Policies outlined in the Nurse
Anesthesia Student Handbook supersede general graduate catalog policies.
Students whose cumulative grade point average (GPA) falls below a 3.0 are automatically considered for academic
probation for the following semester. Probationary students who fail to achieve a semester GPA of 3.0 while on probation are
automatically considered for suspension. The faculty and staff members of the academic standards and admission committee will
review all such identified students to determine those students who will be placed on academic probation or suspension for the
next semester. Probationary status continues for identified students until their cumulative GPA improves to 3.0 or better,
however, attainment of a semester GPA of 3.0 or better is considered evidence of satisfactory improvement while failure to
achieve a semester GPA of 3.0 while on probation will result in consideration for suspension.
Students on academic probation who are receiving financial aid are also placed on financial aid probation. (For further
information contact the financial assistance office.)
Students suspended from college may appeal in writing to the academic dean within the deadline specified in the
suspension letter. Student appeals will be reviewed by the faculty and staff members of the academic standards and admission
committee to determine the status of the student. The review will include academic performance, statements from the student,
their advisor, at least one faculty member other than their advisor and any other documentation deemed appropriate by the
student. The committee may ask for additional information from students, advisors or instructors if appropriate in order to make
an appropriate decision. The committee may uphold the suspension or waive the suspension with or without stipulations on a
case-by-case basis. Students will be notified in writing of their status prior to the beginning of the next academic semester.
Suspended students are not eligible to enroll for any classes until the terms of suspension are met.
Repeated Course
In order to obtain a higher grade, a student may repeat any course at Mount Marty College in which he/she has received
a grade of C, D, F, U or WF. The record of both the original and the repeated course will be retained on the student’s permanent
record. For purposes of determining the student’s cumulative grade point average, only the quality points and credits earned in
the “best” retaking of the course will be used. If a course was originally taken for a letter grade it cannot be repeated using the
Pass/Fail option.
With the exception of cumulative courses (i.e. band, chorus, internships, service learning, etc.) a course may be
repeated no more than two times.
Substitution/Waiver
After the registrar’s evaluation of a student’s record, the registrar, a faculty member, student or program director
requesting a substitution/waiver must obtain the form from the registrar’s office to begin the process. The request will include a
description of the course, syllabi or any documentation that would support the request. Depending on the course being
substituted/waived, the request will be reviewed by the appropriate individuals as required.
General Education Requirements are evaluated by the registrar. The registrar will forward the request to the academic
discipline appropriate to that course for review if assistance in making a determination is required. The appropriate faculty
member or division chair will review the request. Upon approval or denial, the registrar’s office will process the form. A copy of
the results of the request will be forwarded to the individual initiating the process. No substitutions/waivers of general education
requirements will be permitted without documentation of evidence and the rationale used in making the decision. This
documentation must be in the student’s file.
Program Requirements consist of requests to substitute or waive both prerequisites for major courses and major courses
within the purview of a particular program. A request is prepared by the student, advisor or registrar and forwarded to the
program director(s) of the student’s majors(s). The program director evaluates the request and makes a determination which is
then forwarded to the registrar for placement in the student’s record. This does not cover prerequisites for courses outside the
program discipline. Requests to waive prerequisistes in the latter case are referred to the appropriate course instructor for a
determination. No substitutions/waivers of program will be permitted without documentation of evidence and the rationale used
in making the decision. This documentation must be in the student’s file.
Supplemental Course Offerings
In addition to regular catalog courses offered in a particular term, the following options are also available.
Independent Study
All courses throughout the catalog numbered 199, 299, 399 or 499 for undergraduate programs and 599 or 699 for the
graduate programs offer an opportunity for supervised, independent study of a particular topic not covered by catalog courses and
based on the interest of the student and the availability and approval of the faculty. Independent Study forms may be obtained in
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the registrar’s office and must be returned at the time of registration. The following guidelines apply to independent study work.
All exceptions to the guidelines will be determined by the Academic Dean.
• A student who has completed 60+ semester credits may register for one independent study (up to four credit
hours) each semester, provided he/she has at least a 2.0 GPA for each of the preceding two semesters of study.
• Up to 16 credits of independent study may be applied to graduation requirements. General education requirements
cannot be fulfilled by an independent study taken during the semester or summer sessions.
• The independent study may be interdepartmental or interdisciplinary in nature. All independent studies carry the
course number plus the title. The director of the study will determine the level of the study.
• An independent study may be pursued during the summer, provided an evaluation committee (as determined by
the director of the study) can be formed.
Selected Topics
All courses throughout the catalog numbered 186, 286, 386 or 486 for undergraduate programs and 586 or 686 for
graduate programs offer students an opportunity to investigate topics not covered in any other course and provide a procedure for
faculty to pilot new courses. A selected topics course is not offered as an independent study but as a supplement to regular
catalog courses and is listed on the schedule of classes. Course descriptions and syllabi are located in the academic dean’s office.
Once a particular selected topics course has been offered during two consecutive years, it must be approved by the faculty as a
regular catalog course before it can be offered again.
Transcripts
Academic transcripts are available from the registrar’s office upon written request and payment of applicable fee from
the student. All Mount Marty College transcripts are official; however, the student’s account with the college must be settled
before a transcript will be released.
Withdrawal
Administration Initiated
1. No show policy. In order to comply with U.S. Department of Education regulations, faculty are asked to closely
monitor attendance during the first week of classes. Students who do not attend class at all during the first week will be
administratively dropped from the class unless they have notified faculty or the registrar of extenuating circumstances.
2. Administrative withdrawal of a student. A student may be administratively withdrawn from college after two
consecutive weeks of unexcused absences from all registered classes. When the registrar confirms the absences, the
student will be reported to Vice President and Dean for Academic Affairs and Dean of Student Affairs. If the deans
determine that allowing the student to continue at MMC is appropriate, the student may be required to conform to more
rigid academic requirements than the general student body. If the deans determine that the student should be
withdrawn, then grades will be assigned according to our standard withdrawal policy outlined in the college catalog.
The Dean for Academic Affairs will notify the instructors, advisor and student of the decision in writing. A student
who is dismissed for excessive absence may appeal to the Academic Standards Committee for readmission the
following semester.
Student Initiated
A student deciding to withdraw from Mount Marty College during or prior to a term for which he/she is registered must
obtain the proper withdrawal form. Students withdrawing from college after 60% of class will receive grades of WP (withdraw
passing) or WF (withdraw failing). WF is included in the student’s grade point average and may be grounds for academic
probation or suspension. The procedure for withdrawing from college is:
1. Obtain the necessary paperwork from the director for student advising.
2. After completing the student section and obtaining the appropriate signatures and return the form to the
director for student advising.
3. The official withdrawal date will be determined in one of the following ways:
a. The date the student began the process or officially notified the institution of intent to withdraw; or
b. The midterm of semester for a student who leaves without notifying the institution; or
c. The student’s last date of academic attendance at a documented academically-related activity.
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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Students generally are governed by the catalog in effect when they enroll at Mount Marty College. However, students
may meet the graduation requirements of any subsequent catalog published during their continued enrollment. A particular
catalog’s requirements must be adopted in whole; that is, mixing the requirements between catalogs is not permitted unless
covered by an explicit policy exemption.
Commencement
Mount Marty College holds commencement ceremonies in December and May in Yankton and May in Watertown, but
has three official graduation dates (December, May and August). Students who have eight or fewer credits to complete
graduation requirements in the next semester, will be permitted to participate in ceremony prior to that semester. Students
completing degree requirements in August participate in May graduation ceremonies. Students completing a Clinical Laboratory
Science or Radiologic Technology internship by September 1st of the same year will be permitted to participate in the May
ceremony. Candidates for degrees are required to make formal application for their degree in the registrar’s office by the
deadline published on the website.
If a student decides to continue taking classes after earning a degree and not breaking enrollment, they may either:
1. Earn an additional major by taking the necessary classes and a notation will be made on their transcript that
requirement of an additional major were satisfied at a later date. Students would be considered unclassified
and ineligible for financial assistance.
2. Earn an additional degree by earning a minimum of 32 additional credits for bachelor’s degree or 16 credits
for an associate’s degree.
Although Mount Marty College takes pride in its network of academic advisors and career counselors who assist
students in working toward a degree, the final responsibility for completing all degree requirements rests with the student.
Graduation Honors
Graduation honors are awarded to students earning bachelor degrees in recognition of superior scholarship. Awards are
determined on the following grade-point basis: 3.9 summa cum laude, 3.7 magna cum laude, 3.5 cum laude.
Students who graduate with honors must have no grade lower than “C.” All undergraduate post-secondary course work
is included in the computation of grade point average for honors.
Certificate
1. Earn a grade of C or higher in required courses.
2. See department requirements for other specific requirements.
Master’s Degree
1. Meet minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 and departmental GPA requirements.
2. Successfully complete departmental requirements for comprehensive exams.
3. Successfully complete the courses specified by the student’s major.
4. See department requirements for other specific requirements.
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Bachelor’s Degree
1. Meet minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 and departmental GPA requirements.
2. Earn 128 total credit hours to include those courses specified by the student’s major including a minimum of 60 credits
of upper-level courses (200+ or higher).
3. Earn a grade of C or higher in general education, major, minor, required related, emphasis area courses.
4. Successfully complete departmental requirements for comprehensive exams.
5. Earn 32 of the final 40 credit hours in residence at Mount Marty College.
6. Earn at least 16 credit hours in the major area in residence.
7. Earn one half the credits required for a minor in residence (if applicable).
8. Successfully complete general education course requirements as outlined below
9. Other requirements may be specified by major department.
10. Exceptions to these requirements must be approved by the department involved and the academic dean. Residence
credit does not include credit received through portfolio assessment or by challenge examination. Credits earned
through internships, student teaching, practicums or any other off-campus programs specifically designed by
departments to fulfill requirements for graduation are counted as residence credits.
6 credits Art, Music, Theatre or Modern Language (minimum of two disciplines)
2 credits CIS-125, Basic Skills in Information Technology
3 credits ENG-103, Composition I: The Essay
3 credits ENG-104, Composition II: Critical Writing
3 credits HIS-106, Ancient and Medieval World Cultures or
HIS-107, 16th to 18th Century World Cultures or
HIS-108, 19th to 20th Century World Cultures or
HIS-228, U.S. History & Government for Teachers or
HIS-229, U.S. History Since 1877
3 credits Literature Course
3 credits MTH-125, Elementary Applications in Mathematics (or higher)
4 credits Natural Science Lab Course
1 credit PED-101, Life Long Wellness
3 credits PSY-101, Introduction to Psychology
PSY-165, Lifespan Development
1 credit RSP-125, The Wisdom of Benedict
3 credits RSP-126, Critical Thinking in Ethics
3 credits RSP-150, Introduction to Christianity
3 credits RSP Elective
3 credits SOC-100, Introduction to Sociology or
SOC-225, Foundations of Human Relations or
SOC/EDN-377, Human Relations Skills
3 credits STH-130, Speech Communications
20 hours Service to the Human Community
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Associate’s Degree
1. Meet minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 and departmental GPA requirements.
2. Earn 64 total credit hours to include those courses specified by the student’s major.
3. Earn a grade of C or higher in general education, major, minor, required related courses.
4. Successfully complete departmental requirements for comprehensive exams.
5. Earn 16 of the final 20 credit hours in residence at Mount Marty College.
6. Earn at least 8 credit hours in the major area in residence.
7. Earn one half the hours required for a minor in residence (if applicable).
8. Successfully complete general education course requirements as outlined below.
9. Other requirements may be specified by major department.
10. Exceptions to these requirements must be approved by the department involved and the academic dean. Residence
credit does not include credit received through portfolio assessment or by challenge examination. Credits earned
through internships, student teaching, practicums or any other off-campus programs specifically designed by
departments to fulfill requirements for graduation are counted as residence credits.
6 credits Art, Literature, Music, Theatre or Modern Languages (minimum of two disciplines)
2 credits CIS-125, Basic Skills in Information Technology
3 credits ENG-103, Composition I: The Essay
3 credits ENG-104, Composition II: Critical Writing
3 credits HIS-106, Ancient and Medieval World Cultures or
HIS-107, 16th to 18th Century World Cultures or
HIS-108, 19th to 20th Century World Cultures or
HIS-228, U.S. History and Government for Teachers or
HIS-229, U.S. History Since 1877
3 credits MTH-125, Elementary Applications in Mathematics (or higher)
4 credits Natural Science Lab Course
1 credit PED-101, Life Long Wellness
3 credits RSP-126, Critical Thinking in Ethics or
RSP-150, Introduction to Christianity
3 credits PSY-101, Introduction to Psychology or
PSY-165, Lifespan Development or
SOC-100, Introduction to Sociology or
SOC-225, Foundations of Human Relations or
SOC/EDN-377, Human Relations Skills
3 credits STH-130, Speech Communications
20 hours Service to the Human Community
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Area of Competency
Required Course(s) and Objectives
Aesthetic Development
Communications &
Information Literacy
Ethics
Historical Perspective
Human Relations
Mathematics
Personal Beliefs
Students will demonstrate an understanding of literature and the fine arts.
Art, Music, Theatre or Modern Languages (minimum of two disciplines)
Specifically students will demonstrate competency in: an aesthetic understanding of one or more of
the artistic disciplines and the creative process therein, develop an awareness of the cultural and
historical dimensions of the fine arts and experience or participate in one of the fine arts.
Literature
Specifically students will demonstrate competency in: understanding how literature reflects,
interacts and influences society, history and culture; analyze and construct clear and wellsupported
interpretations of literary texts; and understand literary genres, concepts and
terminology.
Students will demonstrate competency in oral and written communications.
ENG-103, Composition I: The Essay
ENG-104, Composition II: Critical Writing
STH-130, Speech Communications
Students will demonstrate competency in the use of information. Students will demonstrate
competency in: determining when information is needed; locating, evaluating and using
information effectively; and using information legally and ethically.
Specifically students will demonstrate effective extemporaneous speaking skills, write effective
essays and write college-level research papers.
RSP-126, Critical Thinking in Ethics
Students will develop an understanding of ethics through application of critical thinking and
problem solving. Specifically students will be able to: identify the nature of ethics and how ethics
impacts and is impacted by religion and human intuition; identify, formulate and evaluate
argument; construct a logically correct ethical argument; and identify the details of several
contemporary moral controversies.
HIS-106, Ancient and Medieval World Cultures or
HIS-107, 16th to 18th Century World Cultures or
HIS-108, 19th to 20th Century World Cultures or
HIS-228, U.S. History and Government for Teachers or
HIS-229, U.S. History Since 1877
Students will demonstrate an understanding of historical perspective. Specifically students will be
able to identify the significant events and figures of a time period and explain how these events and
figures are historically connected.
SOC-100, Introduction to Sociology or
SOC-225, Foundations of Human Relations or
SOC/EDN-377, Human Relations Skills
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the many types of diversity (cultural, economic,
racial/ethnic, gender, etc.). Specifically students will be able to: identify the fundamentals of the
major sociological perspectives and the ways in which these are applied to social science; identify
the components of culture and the dangers of ethnocentrism; and explain how religious, familial
and historical issues and beliefs have affected the worldview of people belonging to diverse
cultures.
MTH-125, Elementary Applications in Mathematics (or higher)
Students will demonstrate proficiency in quantitative reasoning. Specifically, students will
demonstrate competency in the following areas: basic algebra, graphing, basic statistics,
probability, logic and finance.
RSP-125, The Wisdom of Benedict
RSP-150, Introduction to Christianity
RSP Elective (3 credits)
Students will demonstrate a basic understanding of Benedictine spirituality, Catholic and other
Christian traditions. Specifically, students will be able to: articulate a foundational understanding
of the Catholic religious tradition and articulate a foundational understanding of Christianity’s
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common religious heritage (for example, scripture, image of God, Christ, salvation, sacrament), its
major varied expressions and reasoned implications of that heritage.
Personal Health
Personal Skills
Science
Service to the
Human Community
Technology Literacy
PED-101, Life Long Wellness
Students will develop an understanding of lifestyle choices that promote a healthy mind and body.
Specifically, students will be able to recognize the life-long benefit of mental and physical wellness
practices and develop lifestyle goals and strategies that will increase or maintain positive levels of
health.
PSY-101, Introduction to Psychology
PSY-165, Lifespan Development
Students will demonstrate an understanding of human behavior and its impact on relationships.
Specifically students will demonstrate competency in: identifying the major concepts, theories and
research findings of psychology; understanding the research methods used to study human
behavior; applying psychological principles to their lives; and developing insight into their own
and others behaviors and mental processes.
Natural Science Lab Course
Students will demonstrate proficiency in scientific reasoning. Specifically, students will: design an
experiment; collect and analyze data; interpret results; analyze, evaluate and test a scientific
theory; distinguish between scientific explanations, hypotheses, theories and natural laws; become
familiar with basic scientific language and processes.
Service Learning
Students will participate in a minimum of 20 hours of curriculum-based or co-curricular service
learning.
CIS-125, Basic Skills in Information Technology
Students will demonstrate competency in the use of a selection of information management
technologies. Specifically, students will demonstrate competency in: internet technologies, word
processing (Word), spreadsheet (Excel), database (Access) and presentation software
(PowerPoint).
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DEGREES AND MAJORS
Degrees Offered
Master of Business Administration
Master of Education
Curriculum and Instruction
Master of Science
Nurse Anesthesia
Nursing
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Associate of Arts
Associate of Science
Undergraduate Majors Offered
Accounting
Applied Technology Management
Biology
Business Administration
Chemistry
Computer Information Systems
Computer Science
Criminal Justice
Elementary Education
English
Exercise Wellness
Forensic Science
Graphic Design + Media Arts
History
Horticulture
Human Service
Information Technology
Interdisciplinary Studies
Mathematics
Medical Laboratory Science
Music
Nursing
Paraprofessionalism
Physical Education
Pre-Professional
Psychology
Radiologic Technology
Recreation Management
Religious Studies
Secondary Education
Special Education
Theatre
Minors Offered
Accounting
Art
Biology
Business Administration
Chemistry
Computer Information Systems
Computer Science
Criminal Justice
English
Graphic Design + Media Arts
History
Human Service
Mathematics
Military Science
Music
Political Science
Psychology
Religious Studies
Philosophy
Sociology
Spanish
Special Education
Theatre
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YANKTON
Bachelor of Arts
Accounting
Biology
Business Administration
Chemistry
Computer Information Systems
Computer Science
Criminal Justice
Elementary Education
English
Exercise Wellness
Graphic Design + Media Arts
History
Human Service
Interdisciplinary Studies
Mathematics
Music
Pre-Professional
Physical Education
Psychology
Recreation Management
Religious Studies
Secondary Education
Special Education
Theatre
Bachelor of Science
Forensic Science
Medical Laboratory Science
Radiologic Technology
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Nursing
Associate of Arts
Accounting
Business Administration
Criminal Justice
Interdisciplinary Studies
Paraprofessionalism
Associate of Science
Horticulture
WATERTOWN
Bachelor of Arts
Accounting
Applied Technology Management (2+2)
Business Administration
Criminal Justice
Elementary Education
Human Service
Information Technology (2+2)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Psychology
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Nursing
Associate of Arts
Accounting
Business Administration
Criminal Justice
Interdisciplinary Studies
GRADUATE
Master of Business Administration
Master of Education
Master of Science
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ACCOUNTING
Accounting as a profession offers considerable options. As an accountant, your highly technical training will often
classify you as the “engineer” of the business world. Graduates can become part of a management team for a corporation or
work as an auditor in public accounting. Additional entry-level positions for accounting majors include budget analyst, office
manager, financial analyst, staff accountant, governmental auditor, cost accountant, fraud examiner, internal auditor and tax
accountant. Mount Marty College is unique by offering you assistance as you prepare for a wide range of national certifications
such as:
CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
CMA (Certified Management Accountant)
CBA (Certified Bank Auditor)
CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner)
CIA (Certified Internal Auditor)
CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)
Mount Marty College offers many opportunities in accounting internships. You may also participate in the Mount
Marty College Volunteer Tax Clinic which will provide you with further field experience.
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance
• Completion of 26 credits and a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0.
Bachelor of Arts
Major Course Requirements
ACC 120 Accounting I
ACC 121 Accounting II
ACC 240 Intermediate Accounting I
ACC 241 Intermediate Accounting II
ACC 320 Managerial Accounting
ACC 325 Federal Taxation I
ACC 326 Federal Taxation II
ACC 340 Accounting Systems
ACC 360 Auditing
Related Course Requirements
BUS 225 Principles of Marketing
BUS 231 Principles of Management
BUS 255 Macroeconomics
BUS 256 Microeconomics
BUS 370 Corporate Finance
BUS 372 Legal Environment of Business
BUS 412 Production/Operations Management
MTH 219 Elementary Statistics
Associate of Arts
Major Course Requirements
ACC 120 Accounting I
ACC 121 Accounting II
ACC 320 Managerial Accounting
ACC 325 Federal Taxation I
Related Course Requirements
BUS 231 Principles of Management
BUS 270 Management Information Systems
Minor
Minor Course Requirements
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ACC 120
ACC 121
Accounting I
Accounting II
Choose 12 credits from the following:
ACC 240 Intermediate Accounting I
ACC 241 Intermediate Accounting II
ACC 320 Managerial Accounting
ACC 325 Federal Taxation I
ACC 326 Federal Taxation II
ACC 340 Accounting Systems
ACC 360 Auditing
Accounting Certificate (available at Auxiliary location only)
Course Requirements
ACC 120 Accounting I
ACC 121 Accounting II
BUS 215 Business Communications
BUS 231 Principles of Management
BUS 270 Management Information Systems
CIS 125 Basic Skills in Information Technology
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APPLIED TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT (2+2)
This program is offered to complement the associate degree programs in technology offered by Lake Area Technical
Institute (LATI) in Watertown, SD. Graduates of LATI, with an associate degree from select programs, have the opportunity to
complete a bachelor’s degree through the addition of general education and business administration courses at the Watertown
location of Mount Marty College. The goal of the program is to improve employment opportunities of students who are
interested in professional advancement and management positions.
This program will train technicians to become prepared to move into management areas within their place of
employment or beyond by providing theory and practical experience in business and general education coursework that,
combined with technical skills, will expand employment opportunities.
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance
• Completion of 26 credits with at least two business courses completed at Mount Marty College and a cumulative GPA
of 2.0.
Bachelor of Arts
Major Course Requirements
ACC 120 Accounting I
BUS 225 Principles of Marketing
BUS 231 Principles of Management
BUS 255 Macroeconomics
BUS 335 Human Resource Management
BUS 372 Legal Environment of Business
BUS 412 Production/Operations Management
MTH 219 Elementary Statistics
BUS
Choose at least two additional courses (minimum of six credits) from the Business
program with the exception of Introduction to Business.
Other Requirements
Students must have earned an Associate of Applied Science degree under the 2000-2002 catalog or later of Lake Area Technical
Institute’s degree programs in one of the following areas: Auto Technology, Aviation Maintenance Technology, Building Trades
Technology, Diesel Technology, Electronics Systems Technology, Energy Technology, Engineering/Architectural Drafting,
Environmental Technology, Industrial Automation/Robotics, Machine Tool Technology, Medical/Fire Rescue, Welding
Technology
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ART
The Art curriculum options include painting and drawing, design, sculpture, photography, calligraphy, art history and
education, as well as other studio classes. These courses provide exposure and technical expertise as it relates on a personal
basis to each artists development in relationship to balance, line, shape, color and proportion.
Students who combine an art minor with a major in business or English will strengthen their qualifications in those job
markets. The art education emphasis, when completed along with a teaching major, prepares students to teach art at the
elementary and secondary levels. Students seeking South Dakota teacher certification in art are also required to pass the art
certification exam. Students interested in this emphasis should consult with an advisor in the teacher education department.
Minor – Art Education Emphasis (minimum 18 credits)
Minor Course Requirements
ART 100 Design I (2 credits)
ART 150 Drawing and Painting (2 or 4 credits)
ART 215 Sculpting (3 credits)
ART 240 Elementary School Art Education (2 credits)
ART 250 Art Appreciation (3 credits)
ART 399 Independent Study: Secondary School Art Methods (1 credit)
Choose five credits from the following:
ART 102 Design II (2 credits)
ART 111 Ceramics I (2 or 4 credits)
ART 120 Calligraphy I (2 credits)
ART 211 Ceramics II (2 or 4 credits)
ART 221 Calligraphy II (2 credits)
ART 225 Printmaking/Papermaking (3 credits)
ART 230 Photography (2 or 4 credits)
ART 260 Art and Architecture in Europe (3 credits)
*Substitutions are available according to state certification requirements.
Minor – Commercial Art Emphasis (minimum 18 credits)
Minor Course Requirements
ART 100 Design I (2 credits)
ART 150 Drawing and Painting (2 or 4 credits)
ART 225 Printmaking/Papermaking (3 credits)
ART 230 Photography (2 or 4 credits)
ART 250 Art Appreciation (3 credits)
Choose one of the following courses:
ART 102 Design II (2 credits)
ART 300 Painting II (2 or 4 credits)
Choose one of the following courses:
ART 111 Ceramics I (2 or 4 credits)
ART 120 Calligraphy I (2 credits)
Choose one of the following courses:
ART 211 Ceramics II (2 or 4 credits)
ART 215 Sculpting (3 credits)
ART 221 Calligraphy II (2 or 4 credits)
ART 240 Elementary School Art Education (2 credits)
ART 260 Art and Architecture in Europe (3 credits)
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BIOLOGY
The program in biology assists students in attaining a broad education in the field of biology as preparation for
choosing among a wide variety of careers. The department also assists students in choosing a suitable career by providing
individual counseling.
The student graduating with a major in biology is eligible to work as a research assistant for various government
agencies, pharmaceutical companies and medical research laboratories. A major with a focus in ecology provides opportunities
for employment as an environmental biologist with various government agencies including the Environmental Protection
Agency, Public Health Service, U.S. Forestry Service, Department of the Interior, State Departments of Game, Fish and Parks
and state departments of environmental protection.
The student may prepare to teach biology in the secondary school by fulfilling requirements for certification as outlined
by the teacher education program. A student may prepare to be employed as a microbiologist by gaining a major in biology and
by spending a semester off campus at a suitable university for extra coursework in microbiology. Similarly, a student may
prepare to be hired as a wildlife biologist by taking suitable courses in wildlife biology during the summer term in addition to
earning a biology major.
The graduate with a major in biology may enter graduate school for a master’s or doctoral degree in applied areas such
as environmental science or public health or in basic biology, zoology, physiology, botany, microbiology or ecology. Successful
undergraduates desiring to enter these programs are assisted in doing so by the department. A major in biology is also excellent
preparation for entrance into schools of medicine, optometry, dentistry, veterinary medicine and advanced degree programs in
physical therapy or occupational therapy.
While pursuing a major in biology, the student will develop an in-depth knowledge of the field and become competent
in the use of current technologies. Part of the requirements for biology graduates is participation in a research experience. Major
course requirements and the senior seminar give each student an opportunity to examine contemporary issues in light of their
own value system and the college’s guiding ethical principles.
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance
• Completion of twenty-six credits with at least two biology courses completed at Mount Marty College.
• Cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 in biology and required related courses.
• A transfer student must have completed two courses in the department with a GPA of at least 2.0.
Bachelor of Arts
Major Course Requirements
BIO 103 Principles of Biology
BIO 240 Botany
BIO 241 Zoology
BIO 290 Introduction to Research
BIO 310 Ecology
BIO 320 Microbiology
BIO 364 Cell and Molecular Biology
BIO 390 Junior Seminar
BIO 490 Senior Seminar
BIO 498 Research (minimum of two credits)
Choose nine credits from the following with no more than four credits from the combination of BIO 386, BIO 485 and BIO 498
to satisfy minimum requirement:
BIO 203 Human Anatomy and Physiology
BIO 204 Human Anatomy and Physiology
BIO 302 Immunology
BIO 330 Genetics
BIO 360 Vertebrate Embryology
BIO 370 Histology
BIO 380 Aquatic Ecology
BIO 386 Selected Topics
BIO 485 Semester Off-Campus in Biology
BIO 498 Research
Related Course Requirements
CHM 111 General Chemistry I
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CHM 112 General Chemistry II
Four credits of mathematics at the level of MTH 180 (Precalculus) or higher
Elective Concentration in Ecology
BIO 380 Aquatic Ecology
BIO 386 Special Studies
BIO 498 Research
Other Requirements
• Two credits of research experience is required. These credits may be earned in biology, chemistry or forensic science.
• All major, required related and research courses must be taken for a letter grade.
• A student pursuing a biology major or minor leading to certification as a teacher may require additional coursework.
This student requires early counseling by faculty in biology and teacher education.
Recommendations
Recommended courses: physics, organic chemistry and calculus.
Minor
Minor Course Requirements
BIO 490 Seminar in Biology
Choose at least 16 credits from the following:
BIO 103 Principles of Biology
BIO 203 Human Anatomy and Physiology
BIO 204 Human Anatomy and Physiology
BIO 240 Botany
BIO 241 Zoology
BIO 310 Ecology
BIO 320 Microbiology
BIO 330 Genetics
BIO 360 Vertebrate Embryology
BIO 364 Cell and Molecular Biology
BIO 370 Histology
BIO 380 Aquatic Ecology
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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
In recent years, graduates with majors in business administration have put their talents to use as graduate students,
salespeople, managers, accountants and entrepreneurs. Mount Marty College excels in preparing these individuals. Our
instructors will provide you with valuable insights into economics, accounting practices and computer science based on their
experience with today’s business and market trends. You will have access to an up-to-date library and computer technology,
enabling you to conduct research using resources from all over the world. As a business major, you will be taught to challenge
assumptions and investigate issues beneath the surface. Your motivation to improve the business world, combined with a quality
education, will lead to a career that will be deeply rewarding on many levels.
Business majors are also encouraged to explore the many options available to them to either double-major or obtain a
minor in another related discipline. It is possible for students to obtain a major or minor in English, Graphic Design + Medial
Arts, Criminal Justice, Computer Science, Mathematics or a myriad of other majors offered by the college.
Microcomputer applications are a part of the business administration major and additional computer coursework is
available if the student is interested. Business administration majors are required to participate in an internship experience during
their junior or senior year. Students receive comprehensive career training that will enable them to choose among several entrylevel
positions in business.
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance
• Cumulative Mount Marty College GPA of 2.5 and GPA of 2.7 in Accounting I, Accounting II, Microeconomics,
Introduction to Business and Principles of Marketing.
Bachelor of Arts
Major Course Requirements
BUS 125 Introduction to Business
BUS 215 Business Communications
BUS 225 Principles of Marketing
BUS 231 Principles of Management
BUS 255 Macroeconomics
BUS 256 Microeconomics
BUS 270 Management Information Systems
BUS 370 Corporate Finance
BUS 372 Legal Environment of Business
BUS 390 Business Ethics/Community Service
BUS 483 Business Strategy
BUS 485 Internships and Professional Development
Related Course Requirements
ACC 120 Accounting I
ACC 121 Accounting II
MTH 150 College Algebra
MTH 219 Elementary Statistics
Students must choose one of the following emphases:
Management Emphasis Requirements
BUS 335 Human Resource Management
BUS 336 International Business
BUS 380 Entrepreneurship
BUS 412 Production/Operations Management
Banking/Finance Emphasis Requirements
BUS 269 Personal Finance
BUS 327 Money and Banking
BUS 357 Bank Management
BUS 460 Investments
Associate of Arts
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Major Course Requirements
BUS 125 Introduction to Business
BUS 225 Principles of Marketing
BUS 231 Principles of Management
BUS 270 Management Information Systems
BUS 335 Human Resource Management
Choose one course from the following courses:
BUS 255 Macroeconomics
BUS 333 Advertising
BUS 372 Legal Environment of Business
Related Course Requirements
ACC 120 Accounting I
ACC 121 Accounting II
Minor
Minor Course Requirements
ACC 120 Accounting I
BUS 225 Principles of Marketing
BUS 231 Principles of Management
BUS 255 Macroeconomics
Choose an additional six credits from the Business department with the exception of Introduction to Business
Human Resource Management Certificate (available at Auxiliary location only)
Course Requirements
BUS 215 Business Communications
BUS 231 Principles of Management
BUS 270 Management Information Systems
BUS 335 Human Resource Management
BUS 372 Legal Environment of Business
CIS 125 Basic Skills in Information Technology
Management Certificate (available at Auxiliary location only)
Course Requirements
ACC 120 Accounting I
ACC 121 Accounting II
BUS 215 Business Communication
BUS 225 Principles of Marketing
BUS 231 Principles of Management
BUS 270 Management Information Systems
BUS 335 Human Resource Management
BUS 372 Legal Environment of Business
CIS 125 Basic Skills in Information Technology
ENG 103 Composition I: The Essay
STH 130 Speech Communication
Office Management Certificate (available at Auxiliary location only)
Course Requirements
ACC 120 Accounting I
BUS 215 Business Communication
BUS 231 Principles of Management
BUS 270 Management Information Systems
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CIS 125
STH 130
Basic Skills in Information Technology
Speech Communication
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CHEMISTRY
The chemistry program provides a solid education in chemistry both for those students whose professions will require a
strong background in chemistry and for those whose interest is more generalized. This course of study leads to a Bachelor of Arts
degree. There are two emphasis tracts available: one prepares students for graduate school in chemistry and the other is a more
general preparation in chemistry which is appropriate for those choosing to become educators or pursue work directly after
undergraduate graduation. Beyond the coursework in chemistry, this program offers experiences in university research laboratories
and the opportunity to participate in lectures and seminars conducted by various regional and national scientific organizations such
as the South Dakota Academy of Science or the Sioux Valley section of the American Chemical Society.
One benefit the program offers is a high degree of individualized assistance to the student. All of our chemistry majors
conduct an undergraduate research project with a faculty member and some chemistry majors spend time in a research program at
an off-campus site. These opportunities not only prepare students for graduate programs but they also provide a valuable resume
building experience. This experience provides an opportunity for the student to present a paper at a state meeting and have an
abstract or paper published.
The successful chemistry major has a wide selection of possible careers upon graduation. Some graduates elect to
further their education by entering a graduate school in pursuit of a masters or a doctoral degree while some enter medical school or
other professional schools such as pharmacy. The chemistry graduate may elect to enter the professions directly as laboratory
workers in industrial, governmental or medical situations while some may elect to branch out, by means of further schooling, into
specialized fields of applied chemistry such as pharmacy, dental school, optometry or veterinary medicine. The chemistry major
may also fulfill the requirements for secondary education and the graduate can become a teacher in the middle school or high
school area. A combined major in business and chemistry may lead to a position as consultant to a chemical industry or a legal
profession. Since chemistry is everywhere, the opportunities for chemists are also widespread.
While pursuing a major in chemistry, each student will develop an in-depth knowledge of the field and become
competent in the use of current technologies. General course requirements within the major and the seminar required of all
graduates give the student an opportunity to examine contemporary issues in light of their own value system and the college’s
guiding ethical principles.
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance
• Completion of CHM 111 and CHM 112
• A cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 in chemistry and required related courses
• A transfer student must have completed two courses in the program with a GPA of at least 2.0
Bachelor of Arts
Chemistry Education Emphasis Major Course Requirements
CHM 111 General Chemistry I
CHM 112 General Chemistry II
CHM 231 Organic Chemistry I
CHM 232 Organic Chemistry II
CHM 290 Introduction to Research
CHM 341 Analytical Chemistry
CHM 353 Physical Chemistry I
CHM 390 Junior Seminar
CHM 490 Senior Seminar
CHM 498 Research
Choose one of the following courses:
CHM 354 Physical Chemistry II
CHM 364 Biochemistry
CHM 370 Inorganic Chemistry
Related Course Requirements
MTH 209 Calculus I
MTH 219 Elementary Statistics
PHY 221
Principles of Physics I
PHY 222
Principles of Physics II
Chemistry Graduate School Preparation Emphasis Major Course Requirements
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CHM 111
CHM 112
CHM 231
CHM 232
CHM 290
CHM 341
CHM 353
CHM 354
CHM 364
CHM 370
CHM 390
CHM 490
CHM 498
General Chemistry I
General Chemistry II
Organic Chemistry I
Organic Chemistry II
Introduction to Research
Analytical Chemistry
Physical Chemistry I
Physical Chemistry II
Biochemistry
Inorganic Chemistry
Junior Seminar
Senior Seminar
Research
Related Course Requirements
MTH 209 Calculus I
MTH 210 Calculus II
MTH 219 Elementary Statistics
MTH 311 Calculus III
MTH 430 Differential Equations
PHY 221
Principles of Physics I
PHY 222
Principles of Physics II
Minor
Minor Course Requirements
CHM 490 Seminar
Choose at least 16 credits from the following:
CHM 111 General Chemistry I
CHM 112 General Chemistry II
CHM 231 Organic Chemistry I
CHM 232 Organic Chemistry II
CHM 341 Analytical Chemistry
CHM 342 Instrumental Analysis
CHM 353 Physical Chemistry I
CHM 354 Physical Chemistry II
CHM 364 Biochemistry
CHM 370 Inorganic Chemistry
CHM 485 Semester Off Campus in Chemistry
CHM 498 Research
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COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS
A major in Computer Information Systems provides the student with a background that includes elements of
Information Technology, Computer Science, and Graphic Design + Media Arts. This program prepares the student for a highdemand
career in the field of technology. As a graduate, you can work as a programmer, networker, web developer, database
administrator, or security specialist. Employment at a private company, manufacturer, academic institution, or health care facility
is also a viable option. Graduates with entrepreneurial interests might consider starting a computer service or an independent web
design business.
With the advancements being made in technology, the role of computer information systems is essential to society,
industry and education. Career opportunities available for college majors in computer information systems include: web site
development, software engineering, systems engineering, programming, systems analysis, database design, systems design,
management and more. While pursuing this major, a student will develop an in-depth knowledge of their field and become
competent in the use of current technologies. Research activity is part of the requirements.
General course requirements within the major require a student to examine contemporary issues in light of their own
value systems and the college’s guiding ethical framework. Leaders in the profession express the need for graduates who possess
the ability to use their knowledge to meet everyday challenges while maintaining high ethical standards.
The student is expected to become proficient in thinking creatively and critically about problems and issues within this
discipline. Assignments provide the student with practice in analytical thinking and tests will measure the mastery of relevant
skills and strategies. The student in this program receives personal and individual attention from the department faculty.
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance
• Completion of CIS 125 (or equivalent) or CIS 230
• A department GPA of 2.3 and a cumulative GPA of 2.2
Bachelor of Arts
Major Course Requirements
CIS 230 Software Structure and Design
CIS 231 Data Structures
CIS 335 Advanced Programming Topics
CIS 345 Systems Analysis and Design
CIS 361 Web Site Design and Programming
CIS 400 Telecommunications and Networking Theory
CIS 451 Database Management Systems and Programming
CIS 465 Operating Systems
CIS 475 Machine Organization
CIS 485 Internship (two credits)
CIS 490 Senior Seminar
Related Course Requirements
MTH 205 Discrete Mathematics
MTH 219 Elementary Statistics
GRA
Three courses (minimum of nine credits) of Graphic Design + Media Arts coursework
Minor
Minor Course Requirements
CIS 345 Systems Analysis and Design
CIS 361 Web Site Design and Programming
CIS 400 Telecommunications and Networking Theory
CIS 451 Database Management Systems and Programming
CIS 465 Operating Systems
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COMPUTER SCIENCE
A major in computer science provide the students with a background that includes elements of information technology
and computer science. This program prepares students for a high-demand career in the field of technology. As a graduate, you
can work as a programmer, networker, web developer, database administrator or security specialist. This major also prepares
students for graduate studies. Employment at a private company, manufacturer, academic institution or healthcare facility is also
a viable option.
With the advancements being made in computing technology, the role of computer science is essential to society,
industry and education. While pursuing this major, students will develop an in-depth knowledge of their field and become
competent in the use of current computing technologies. Research activity is part of the major requirements.
General course requirements within the major require a student to examine contemporary issues in light of their own
value systems and the college’s guiding ethical framework. Leaders in the profession express the need for graduates who possess
the ability to use their knowledge to meet everyday challenges while maintaining high ethical standards.
The student is expected to become proficient in thinking creatively and critically about problems and issues within this
discipline. Assignments provide the students with practice in analytical thinking. Exams and tests will measure the mastery of
relevant skills and strategies. The students in this program receive personal and individual attention from the department faculty.
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance
• Completion of CSC 230
• A department GPA of 2.3 and a cumulative GPA of 2.2
Bachelor of Arts
Major Course Requirements
CSC 230 Software Structure and Design
CSC 231 Data Structures
CSC 335 Advanced Programming Topics
CSC 345 Systems Analysis and Design
CSC 361 Web Site Design and Programming
CSC 400 Telecommunications and Networking Theory
CSC 451 Database Management Systems and Programming
CSC 465 Operating Systems
CSC 475 Machine Organization
CSC 490 Senior Seminar
Related Course Requirements
MTH 205 Discrete Mathematics
MTH 209 Calculus I
MTH 210 Calculus II
MTH 219 Elementary Statistics
MTH 270 Mathematical Modeling
MTH 355 Linear Algebra
MTH 375 Methods in Numerical Analysis
Internship strongly recommended.
Minor
Minor Course Requirements
CSC 230 Software Structure & Design
CSC 231 Data Structures
CSC 345 Systems Analysis & Design
CSC 361 Web Site Design and Programming
CSC 451 Database Management Systems and Programming
Choose one of the following courses:
CSC 335 Advanced Programming Topics
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CSC 465
CSC 475
Operating Systems
Machine Organization
Related Course Requirement
MTH 205 Discrete Mathematics
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CRIMINAL JUSTICE
The Criminal Justice major provides students with the background necessary to become practitioners in a variety of
fields in criminal justice. Students are prepared for careers in the areas of law enforcement, juvenile justice, corrections,
probation and parole or as an undergraduate major in preparation for law school. The demand for students with a criminal justice
degree is growing. Students seeking a career in any field in criminal justice will find an attractive job market and interesting
career options.
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance
• Cumulative GPA of 2.5 after two semesters of college
Bachelor of Arts
Major Course Requirements
CJU 133 Introduction to Criminal Justice
CJU 310 Service Learning (one credit)
CJU 333 Policing in America
CJU 336 Criminal Investigation
CJU 341 Introduction to Counseling
CJU 358 Institutional and Community-Based Corrections
CJU 444 Juvenile Justice
CJU 460 Criminal Law
CJU 475 Criminology
CJU 485 Internship (one credit)
CJU 490 Senior Seminar
Choose at least six credits from the following:
CJU 310 Service Experience or
CJU 485 Internship (maximum of three credits of service experience and internship may be applied)
CJU 343 Introduction to Group Counseling
CJU 348 Drugs, Alcohol and Crime
CJU 365 Principles of Private Security
Choose one of the following courses:
SOC 225 Foundations of Human Relations
SOC 360 Minority Studies
SOC 377 Human Relations
Related Course Requirements
POS 120 American Government
Associate of Arts
Major Course Requirements
CJU 133 Introduction to Criminal Justice
CJU 336 Criminal Investigation
CJU 358 Institutional and Community-Based Corrections
CJU 444 Juvenile Justice
CJU 485 Internship (three credits)
PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology
SOC 100 Introduction to Sociology
Choose two of the following courses:
CJU 341 Introduction to Counseling
CJU 348 Drugs, Alcohol and Crime
CJU 475 Criminology
PSY 370 Social Psychology
PSY 374 Abnormal Psychology
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SOC 360
SOC 377
Minority Studies
Human Relations
Minor
Minor Course Requirements
CJU 133 Introduction to Criminal Justice
CJU 336 Criminal Investigation
CJU 358 Institutional and Community-Based Corrections
CJU 475 Criminology
Choose two of the following courses:
CJU 341 Introduction to Counseling
CJU 348 Drugs, Alcohol and Crime
CJU 460 Criminal Law
CJU 485 Internship (three credits)
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TEACHER EDUCATION
Mission Statement
The mission of the Mount Marty College Teacher Education Department is to prepare high quality teachers.
The Department uses a developmental approach within a context of relationships to help students
grow in their sense of self and in their ability to serve as competent teachers.
The Teacher Education Department is committed to the liberal arts mission of Mount Marty College. Consequently,
this Bachelor of Arts degree and required courses for the education majors address the agreed upon general education outcomes
of the College as well as the teacher education certification requirements set forth by the state of South Dakota.
A unique characteristic of the teacher education program at Mount Marty College is the integration of theory with
practice throughout the entire academic career. Each education student has the opportunity to work in area schools from their
freshman orientation class through the field experiences, practica, and into the student teaching semester during the senior year.
Given the small size of classes, professors teach all classes and know their students. The teacher education faculty are committed
to helping the students become competent professionals and assist students in securing that all-important first teaching job.
The Department offers several majors to prepare students to teach at the elementary, secondary and K-12 levels. A
student completing a major in Elementary Education is eligible to teach all subjects in kindergarten through eighth grade in South
Dakota. The student completing a major in Secondary Education is eligible to teach in their academic major (Biology, Chemistry,
English, History, Mathematics) in grades 7 through 12 in South Dakota. A student completing a major in Physical Education or
Music (Music Education Emphasis – vocal and instrumental) is eligible to teach in their major in grades K-12 in South Dakota.
Special Education majors are eligible to be certified in South Dakota for working with students with mild/moderate disabilities in
grades K-12. Graduates of the teacher education program are eligible for comparable certificates/licenses in other states although
grade levels and subject areas may vary.
While pursuing a major in physical education the student develops the knowledge, concepts and teaching strategies to
provide quality, safe, appropriate and effective programs in physical education and athletics. This is done through a sequential
progression of courses in which the student experiences a hands-on approach to problem solving. Emphasis is on the analysis of
movement and the application of teaching technique to correct errors as well as the underlying principles of human physiology,
and psychosocial aspects of physical activity and sport. In addition, course requirements within the major give each student an
opportunity to examine contemporary issues in light of their own value system and the guiding principles of the college. The
student is encouraged to combine course work from other disciplines in an interdisciplinary approach to create opportunities in an
ever-changing job market. The physical education major prepares its graduates for teaching at the elementary, middle and
secondary levels (K-12) as well as coaching and athletic administration. This degree also prepares a student for graduate work.
Secondary Education majors must complete requirements in education and an academic major. The academic majors
include Biology, Chemistry, English, History, Mathematics, Music or Physical Education. A student majoring in Music or
Physical Education is required to complete appropriate methods courses and student teach at two of three levels (elementary,
middle and/or secondary).
Special Education majors must also complete an Elementary Education major or a Secondary Education major. The
special education program can be completed in four years for those who also major in elementary education. This includes 12-13
weeks of student teaching in the elementary classroom and 12-13 weeks in a special education setting. Special education majors
who are also majoring in secondary education, K-12 physical education or music require four and one half (4 ½) to five (5) years
to complete the program. This includes a semester of student teaching in a secondary/K-12 classroom setting and twelve (12)
weeks in a special education setting.
The majority of education graduates teach in public and private schools across the nation. Some graduates have held
positions as teaching assistants while pursuing graduate studies or have pursued careers outside of education where they can
utilize the knowledge and skills they developed in the teacher education program.
The Mount Marty College Teacher Education Program is approved by the South Dakota Board of Education and is
subject to change depending upon the teacher preparation standards and certification requirements of the South Dakota
Department of Education. Every student must meet the program requirements for graduation listed in Teacher Education
Department handbook “Guidelines for Students Preparing to Teach” at the time of official acceptance into the Department unless
an update requirement is mandated by the State or an accrediting agency prior to the student’s program completion. To be
eligible for South Dakota certification, applicants must possess or be in the process of acquiring U.S. citizenship. The State may
also deny certification if applicants are delinquent in child support payments or if they have been convicted of a crime involving
moral turpitude, including traffic in either controlled substances or marijuana or both.
Teacher Certification
Mount Marty College offers an additional route to teacher certification for persons who have already completed at least
a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution. Persons interested in this South Dakota approved certificationonly
program should contact the Division/Department Chair of Teacher Education for more information.
Teacher Education Department Handbook
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Students who plan to pursue one of the teacher education majors should consult the Teacher Education Department
handbook, “Guidelines for Students Preparing to Teach” for current information and details on prerequisites, criteria for
admission to the Department, application procedures, etc. This handbook is available on the “Majors & Minors” web page of the
Mount Marty College website.
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance (by the Teacher Education Department)
• Successful completion (a grade of “C” or above) of EDN 150, EDN 214 or EDN 216 or EDN 218, EDN 233 or EDN
234, ENG 103, ENG 104, STH 130 and MTH 125 or higher or demonstration of competency for any of the above
courses.
• Completion of the Praxis I/PPST with minimum scores of 170 in Reading, 171 in Mathematics and 172 in Writing.
• Completion of prior college or university coursework from an accredited institution including any coursework
transferred to Mount Marty College with at least a 2.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale.
• Evidence of academic proficiency at a GPA of 2.6 or above in the academic major (academic major for elementary
education is the education courses plus the required related courses; 2.6 GPA is required in each area and is computed
separately).
• Recommendations from two faculty members indicating that the applicant has exhibited professional characteristics
requisite to teaching as determined by the Teacher Education Department. At least one recommendation should be from
teacher education faculty. (Recommendations from coaches are only accepted if they are also course instructors.)
• Completion of application forms, including a disclosure form for criminal conduct.
Major Course Requirements
EDN 150 Orientation to Teaching
EDN 156 Child and Adolescent Development
EDN 214-16 Field Experience in Elementary/Middle
EDN 233 Educational Psychology
EDN 234 Measurement, Evaluation and Management
EDN 266 Middle School/Junior High Education
EDN 314-16 Practicum in Elementary/Middle
EDN 342 Reading: Philosophy, Psychology and Methods
EDN 343 Elementary Social Studies Methods
EDN 346 Reading: Children’s Literature/Language Arts Methods
EDN 347 Reading: Methods, Diagnosis and Remediation in Reading
EDN 348 Elementary School Science and Math Methods
EDN 360 Indian Studies
EDN 376 Integrating Technology into Teaching and Learning
EDN 377 Human Relations Skills
EDN 453 Student Teaching Seminar
EDN 454 Elementary School Student Teaching
EDN 490 Seminar: The Teaching Profession
SPE 260 Psychology of the Exceptional Individual
Related Course Requirements
ART 240 Elementary School Art Education
BIO
Biology course (prefer BIO 103 or BIO 106) and an additional science course (or pre-approved by the
department) to total eight credits of science
ENG 103 Composition I: The Essay
ENG 104 Composition II: Critical Writing
HIS 228 U.S. History and Government for Teachers
Additional geography, U. S. history, world history, political science or
economics courses to total 10 credits of social studies
MTH
Eight credits to include college algebra or higher
(MTH 099 from MMC may be included as part of the eight credits)
MUS 315 Elementary School Music Methods
PED 315 Elementary Methods of Physical Education
STH 130 Speech Communication
Other Requirements
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Elementary Education majors who have been accepted to the Department must take the state certification exams (Praxis II
Elementary Education Content Knowledge and Principles of Learning and Teaching, K-6) at least one time prior to graduation
(see Criteria for Acceptance into Student Teaching and Exit Requirements also). Recommendation for state certification requires
passing scores.
Criteria for Acceptance into Elementary Student Teaching (by Teacher Education Committee)
• Completion of application forms, including a disclosure form for criminal conduct.
• Prior acceptance into Teacher Education Program.
• A minimum of a 2.5 cumulative GPA and a 2.75 average GPA in education courses and in required related courses
with neither category falling below a 2.6 GPA.
• 100 hours working with students whose ages fall within the desired certification level including successful completion
of at least one credit of EDN 214 – 216 Field Experience and at least two credits of EDN 314 or EDN 316 Practicum.
• Recommendations from three faculty members indicating that the applicant is sufficiently prepared in the teaching area
and has exhibited professional characteristics requisite to teaching as determined by the Teacher Education
Department. At least two recommendations must be from teacher education faculty, one of which must be from the
education advisor. For special education one recommendation must be from special education faculty.
(Recommendations from coaches are only accepted if they are also course instructors.)
• Successful completion of all methods courses for the major prior to student teaching (EDN 342, EDN 343, EDN 346,
EDN 347 and EDN 348).
After acceptance into student teaching, the following additional requirements must be met prior to beginning a student teaching
placement.
• Health adequate for working in elementary and/or secondary schools as required by the accepting school district.
• Background check for criminal conduct (school districts may deny acceptance).
• Evidence of personal liability coverage.
• Take the Praxis II Elementary Education Content Knowledge exam #0014 as evidenced by either an Examinee Score
Report or a Designated Score Report from Educational Testing Services (ETS).
Exit Requirements for Elementary Majors
• Successful completion of student teaching including satisfactory performance on required assessments.
• Maintain the GPA specifications required to gain acceptance into student teaching.
• Completion of the required Praxis II exams for South Dakota certification.
Students who do not achieve the passing scores on the Praxis II exams for South Dakota certification are strongly
encouraged to repeat the exams prior to graduation. Although students will be issued their bachelors degree if the
exams have been taken at least once but a passing score for SD certification has not been achieved, they cannot be
recommended for certification in South Dakota until/unless they achieve the passing scores for South Dakota
certification. Recommendation for certification/licensure in other states is based on the respective state requirements and
may be contingent on holding or being eligible for certification in South Dakota.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance
• Completion of 36 credits
• Cumulative GPA of 2.6 with no grade lower than C in any course applied to the PED major
• Completion of requirements for the secondary education major
Major Course Requirements
PED 100 Introduction to Physical Education
PED 133 Gymnastics/Tumbling
PED 135 Dance
PED 200 Principles of Coaching
PED 211 Individual/Dual Sports I
PED 212 Individual/Dual Sports II
PED 213 Team Sports I
PED 214 Team Sports II
PED 217 First Aid & CPR
PED 225 Fitness and Wellness
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PED 226
PED 230
PED 315
PED 350
PED 353
PED 382
PED 440
PED 450
PED 451
Strength Training and Conditioning
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Elementary Methods of Physical Education
Principles of Health
Biomechanics
Adapted Physical Education
Organization and Administration of Physical Education and Athletic Programs
Exercise Physiology
Secondary Health and Physical Education Methods
Related Course Requirements
ATH 254 Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries
Choose at least one coaching course from the following:
PED 470 Coaching of Basketball
PED 471 Coaching of Football
PED 472 Coaching of Baseball/Softball
PED 473 Coaching of Track and Field and Cross Country
PED 475 Coaching of Volleyball
PED 477 Coaching of Soccer
Choose at least one outdoor recreational activity from the following:
REC 212 Biking and Hiking
REC 214 Skiing
REC 222 Community Recreation
REC 220 Introduction to Archery
REC 341 Camping/Outdoor Recreation
SECONDARY EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance (by the Teacher Education Department)
• Successful completion (grade of “C” or higher) of EDN 150, EDN 216 or EDN 218, EDN 233 or EDN 234, ENG 103,
ENG 104, STH 130, MTH 125 or higher, or demonstration of competency for any of the above courses.
• Completion of the Praxis I/PPST with minimum scores of 170 in Reading, 171 in Mathematics and 172 in Writing.
• Completion of prior college or university coursework from an accredited institution including any coursework
transferred to Mount Marty College with at least a 2.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale.
• Evidence of academic proficiency at a GPA of 2.6 or above in the Secondary Education major and in the academic
major (2.6 GPA required in each major and computed separately).
• Recommendations from two faculty members indicating that the applicant has exhibited professional characteristics
requisite to teaching as determined by the Teacher Education Department. At least one recommendation should be from
teacher education faculty. (Recommendations from coaches are only accepted if they are also course instructors).
• Completion of application forms, including a disclosure form for criminal conduct.
Major Course Requirements
EDN 150 Orientation to Teaching
EDN 156 Child and Adolescent Development
EDN 216-18 Field Experience in Middle/Secondary
EDN 233 Educational Psychology
EDN 234 Measurement, Evaluation and Management
EDN 266 Middle School/Junior High Education
EDN 316-18 Practicum in Middle/Secondary
EDN 360 Indian Studies
EDN 362 Middle School/Secondary Reading in the Content Area
EDN 375 Middle School and Secondary General Methods
EDN 376 Integrating Technology into Teaching and Learning
EDN 377 Human Relations Skills
EDN 453 Student Teaching Seminar
EDN 457 Secondary School Student Teaching
EDN 490 Seminar: The Teaching Profession
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SPE 260
Psychology of the Exceptional Individual
Additional Requirement for Biology or Chemistry Majors
EDN 440 Special Methods for Science
Additional Requirement for Mathematics Majors
EDN 441 Special Methods for Mathematics
Additional Requirement for English Majors
EDN 443 Special Methods for Language Arts
Additional Requirement for History Majors
EDN 442 Special Methods for Social Studies
Additional Requirements for Music Major
EDN 456 Elementary School Student Teaching in Music
MUS 315 Elementary School Music Methods
MUS 451 Methods of Teaching Music
Additional Requirements for Physical Education Major
EDN 455 Elementary School Student Teaching in Physical Education
PED 315 Elementary Methods for Physical Education
PED 451 Secondary Health and Physical Education Methods
Other Requirements
• Enrollment in an additional academic major in one of the following areas: Biology, Chemistry, English, History,
Mathematics, Music or Physical Education.
• Secondary Education majors who have been accepted to the Department must take the state certification exams (Praxis
II specialty area/content exam for the academic major and Principles of Learning and Teaching, 7-12) at least one time
prior to graduation (see Criteria for Acceptance into Student Teaching and Exit Requirements also).
Criteria for Acceptance into Secondary Student Teaching (by Teacher Education Committee)
• Completion of application forms including a disclosure form for criminal conduct.
• Prior acceptance into Teacher Education Program.
• A minimum of a 2.5 cumulative GPA and a 2.75 average GPA in education courses and in required related courses
with neither category falling below a 2.6 GPA.
• 100 hours working with students whose ages fall within the desired certification level including successful completion
of at least one credit of EDN 216 – EDN 218 Field Experience and two credits of EDN 316 or EDN 318 Practicum.
• Recommendations from three faculty members indicating that the applicant is sufficiently prepared in the teaching area
and has exhibited professional characteristics requisite to teaching as determined by the Teacher Education
Department. At least two recommendations must be from teacher education faculty, one of which must be from the
education advisor. For secondary education, one recommendation must be from faculty in the academic content major,
and for special education one recommendation must be from special education faculty. (Recommendations from
coaches are only accepted if they are also course instructors).
• Successful completion of all methods courses for the major prior to student teaching (EDN 362, EDN 375 and the
applicable EDN 440, EDN 441, EDN 442, EDN 443, MUS 315 or PED 315).
After acceptance into student teaching, the following additional requirements must be met prior to beginning a student teaching
placement.
• Health adequate for working in elementary and/or secondary schools as required by the accepting school district.
• Background check for criminal conduct (school districts may deny acceptance).
• Evidence of personal liability coverage.
• Take the Praxis II specialty area/content exam for the academic major as evidenced by either an Examinee Score
Report of a Designated Institution Score Report from Educational Testing Services (ETS).
Exit Requirements for Secondary Education Majors
• Successful completion of student teaching including satisfactory performance on required assessments.
• Maintain the GPA specifications required to gain acceptance into student teaching.
• Completion of the required Praxis II exams for South Dakota certification.
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Students who do not achieve the passing scores on the Praxis II exams for South Dakota certification are strongly
encouraged to repeat the exams prior to graduation. Although students will be issued their bachelors degree if the
exams have been taken at least once but a passing score for SD certification has not been achieved, they cannot
be recommended for certification in South Dakota until/unless they achieve the passing scores for South Dakota
certification. Recommendation for certification/licensure in other states is based on the respective state requirements
and may be contingent on holding or being eligible for certification in South Dakota.
SPECIAL EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance (by the Teacher Education Department)
• Same as for Elementary or Secondary Education.
• Successful completion (grade of “C” or above) of SPE 260 or SPE 270.
Major Course Requirements
SPE 260 Psychology of the Exceptional Individual
SPE 261 Behavior and Group Management
SPE 270 Interacting with Parents and Professionals
SPE 360 Assessment of Exceptional Learners
SPE 361 Diagnostic Instruction: Early Childhood – Transition
SPE 390 Consultation and Collaboration and Inclusion
SPE 440 Curriculum and Instructional Strategies
SPE 442 Learning Disabilities: Methods and Materials
SPE 460 Special Education Student Teaching
Other Requirements
• Concurrent completion of the Elementary or Secondary Education major or previous/current teacher certification in
another area (or documented eligibility for such certification).
• Special Education majors who have been accepted to the Department must take the state certification exams (Praxis II
specialty area/content exam for special education and Principles of Learning and Teaching, K-6 or 7-12) at least one
time prior to graduation (see Criteria for Acceptance into Student Teaching and Exit Requirements also).
Criteria for Acceptance into Special Education Student Teaching (by Teacher Education Committee)
• Completion of application forms including a disclosure form for criminal conduct.
• Prior acceptance into Teacher Education Program.
• At least a 2.5 cumulative GPA and 2.75 GPA in special education courses.
• 100 hours working with students whose ages fall within the desired certification level (satisfied by acceptance in
Elementary or Secondary Education).
• Recommendations from three faculty members indicating that the applicant is sufficiently prepared in the teaching area
and has exhibited professional characteristics requisite to teaching as determined by the Teacher Education
Department. At least two recommendations must be from teacher education faculty, one of which must be from the
education advisor and one of which must be from special education faculty. See also the requirements for
recommendations for Elementary Education or Secondary Education student teaching. (Recommendations from
coaches are only accepted if they are also course instructors.)
After acceptance into student teaching, the following additional requirements must be met prior to beginning a student teaching
placement.
• Health adequate for working in elementary and/or secondary schools as required by the accepting school district.
• Background check for criminal conduct (school districts may deny acceptance).
• Evidence of personal liability coverage.
• Take the Praxis II specialty area/content exam for special education as evidenced by either an Examinee Score Report
or a Designated Institution Score Report from Educational Testing Services (ETS).
Exit Requirements for Special Education Majors
• Successful completion of student teaching including satisfactory performance on required assessments.
• Maintenance of a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5, with at least a 2.75 in the special education major.
• Completion of the required Praxis II exams for South Dakota certification.
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Minor
Students who do not achieve the passing scores on the Praxis II exams for South Dakota certification are strongly
encouraged to repeat the exams prior to graduation. Although students will be issued their bachelors degree if the
exams have been taken at least once but a passing score for SD certification has not been achieved, they cannot be
recommended for certification in South Dakota until/unless they achieve the passing scores for South Dakota
certification. Recommendation for certification/licensure in other states is based on the respective state requirements and
may be contingent on holding or being eligible for certification in South Dakota.
Minor Course Requirements
SPE 220 Field Experience in Special Education
SPE 260 Psychology of the Exceptional Individual
SPE 261 Behavior and Group Management
SPE 270 Interacting with Parents and Professionals
SPE 360 Assessment of Exceptional Learners
SPE 390 Consultation and Collaboration and Inclusion
Note: This minor will not lead to certification in special education. This minor will strengthen preparation of regular education
majors and is also an appropriate minor for a psychology major or a criminal justice major.
SCHOOL PARAPROFESSIONALISM
Associate of Arts
This program is designed to prepare students for work in a school setting as an instructional aide. The coursework for
this program has been chosen and designed to prepare students to be “highly qualified” paraprofessionals in the public or private
school setting.
Major Course Requirements
ART 240 Elementary School Art Education
EDN 150 Orientation to Teaching
EDN 156 Child and Adolescent Development
EDN 186 Paper Correcting for Non-education Majors
EDN 186 Bulletin Board
EDN 212-218 Field Experience (four credits total)
EDN 233 Educational Psychology
EDN 266 Middle School/Junior High Education
EDN 286 Reading Instruction for Non-education Majors
EDN 299 Classroom Management
EDN 360 Indian Studies
EDN 376 Integrating Technology into Teaching and Learning
EDN 377 Human Relations Skills
PED 217 First Aid and CPR
SPE 260 Psychology of the Exceptional Individual
SPE 270 Parents and Professionals
SPE 286 Introduction to Special Education
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ENGLISH
Designed to develop graduates who think creatively and critically and who communicate well, the English major is an
excellent foundation for the future lawyer, doctor, business executive, librarian, social worker or teacher. Combined with
appropriate minors, it is a sound preparation for careers in television, radio, journalism, advertising, public relations, public
service, merchandising and computer programming.
Graduates of the Mount Marty College English program are found today in most of these fields. They have been
supported in their career development by faculty who take pride not only in offering an excellent academic program but also in
seeing that each graduate is well positioned in graduate study or a career.
The Bachelor of Arts degree in English fosters students’ development as creative and critical thinkers who will become
productive members of society by assisting them to:
• gain insight into basic human concerns and think through contemporary issues in a disciplined and
imaginative way;
• understand how philosophical and religious thought have been and are fundamental to the development
of culture and are interrelated with every area of human life, and;
• examine their value system in dialogue with ethical principles consistent with Christian principles.
The major in English provides:
• entry-level job skills for the English/education major who plans to teach at the elementary or secondary
level;
• pre-professional preparation for the student who will pursue graduate or professional study or on-the-job
training, or;
• preparation for entry-level positions in communications or public relations writing.
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance
• Completion of ENG 103 and ENG 104
• Cumulative GPA of at least 2.0
Bachelor of Arts
Literature Emphasis Major Course Requirements
ENG 250 World Literature
ENG 310 Early American Literature
ENG 311 Recent American Literature
ENG 343 Early British Literature
ENG 344 Recent British Literature
ENG 369 Advanced Composition
ENG 490 Senior Seminar
Choose 12 credits from the following:
ENG 220 The Short Story
ENG 221 Creative Writing
ENG 226 Adolescent Literature
ENG 227 Introduction to Linguistics
ENG 255 European Fiction
ENG 348 Theatre: An Overview
ENG 349 History of Film
ENG 355 Shakespeare’s Drama
ENG 356 The Novel
ENG 360 Mythology
Six college credits of a foreign language or two years of successful high-school study of one foreign language.
Writing Emphasis Major Course Requirements
ENG 221 Creative Writing
ENG 491 Senior Portfolio and Performance
Choose 12 credits from the following:
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ENG 222
ENG 320
ENG 321
ENG 322
ENG 323
ENG 324
ENG 369
Basic News Writing
Advanced Poetry
Advanced Fiction and Nonfiction
Writing and Publishing
Advanced Writing and Publishing
Writing and the Visual Arts
Advanced Composition
With approval of the major advisor, students may elect to take three credits of Independent Study (ENG 299 or 399) in
fulfillment of the major.
Students must also take an additional 15 credits from among other courses in the English department (200 level or higher) and six
college credit hours of a foreign language or two years of successful high-school study of one foreign language.
Recommendations
English majors with the Writing Emphasis are encouraged to take courses from among:
ART 230 Photography
CIS 360 Web Design
STH 201 Oral Interpretation
STH 300 Acting
STH 118 Theatre Practicum
ENG 377 Dramatic Literature
STH 385 Script Analysis
Education Emphasis Major Requirements
Students pursuing an English major with an emphasis in Education leading to certification as a teacher will be required to take
additional coursework outside the English department and will require advising by members of both the English and the
Education departments very early in their college career. Students are strongly urged to contact both departments before they
register for their first semester of their first year at Mount Marty College.
ENG 226
ENG 227
ENG 250
ENG 310
ENG 311
ENG 326
ENG 343
ENG 344
ENG 355
ENG 369
ENG 490
Adolescent Literature
Introduction to Linguistics
World Literature
Early American Literature
Recent American Literature
Traditional Grammar and Usage
Early British Literature
Recent British Literature
Shakespeare’s Drama
Advanced Composition
Senior Seminar
Students must also take an additional six credits of English of the student’s election (200 level or higher). English Education
students who plan on doing future graduate-level work in English are encouraged to take ENG 325: Critical Theory as an
elective.
Minor
Literature Emphasis Minor Requirements
ENG 369 Advanced Composition
Choose one of the following courses:
ENG 310 Early American Literature
ENG 311 Recent American Literature
Choose one of the following courses:
ENG 343 Early British Literature
ENG 344 Recent British Literature
Choose nine credits from the following, not taken above:
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ENG 220
ENG 221
ENG 227
ENG 250
ENG 255
ENG 310
ENG 311
ENG 343
ENG 344
ENG 348
ENG 349
ENG 355
ENG 356
ENG 360
ENG 490
The Short Story
Creative Writing
Introduction to Linguistics
World Literature
European Fiction
Early American Literature
Recent American Literature
Early British Literature
Recent British Literature
Theatre: An Overview
History of Film
Shakespeare’s Drama
The Novel
Mythology
Senior Seminar
Writing Emphasis Minor Requirements
ENG 221 Creative Writing
Choose nine credits from the following:
ENG 222 Basic News Writing
ENG 320 Advanced Poetry
ENG 321 Advanced Fiction and Nonfiction
ENG 322 Writing and Publishing
ENG 323 Advanced Writing and Publishing
ENG 324 Writing and the Visual Arts
ENG 369 Advanced Composition
With approval of the major advisor, students may elect to take three credits of Independent Study (ENG 299 or 399) in
fulfillment of the minor.
Students must also take an additional six credits from among other courses in the English department (200 level or higher).
Recommendations:
English Minors with the Writing Emphasis are encouraged to take courses from among:
ART 230 Photography
CIS 361 Web Site Design and Programming
STH 201 Oral Interpretation
STH 300 Acting
STH 117-418 Theatre Practicum
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EXERCISE WELLNESS
The academic background and technical skills of an exercise wellness major prepares students to work in the area of
fitness/wellness or pursue graduate studies. Students become knowledgeable in the many facets of physical activity programming
across varying populations, as well as nutrition, stress management and wellness.
The exercise wellness major has two areas of emphasis: athletic training and physical exercise. The area of physical
exercise produces trained fitness professionals who are prepared to work in the fitness/wellness industry: wellness centers,
worksite (corporate) fitness/promotion programs, community recreation agencies and programs, YM/WCA programs and private
health, recreation and fitness clubs, hospitals or rehabilitation centers. Students selecting athletic training have general
coursework that will enable them to pursue graduate level programs in athletic training, kinesiology, biomechanics, exercise
science, physical therapy, occupational therapy and medicine.
This major has been designed to meet the requirements of various certifications within nationally recognized
organizations. These include: American Council on Exercise: Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, Clinical Exercise
Specialist, Life & Weight Management Consultant; American College of Sports Medicine: Personal Trainer, Health/Fitness
Instructor, Exercise Specialist, Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist; National Strength & Conditioning Association:
Personal Trainer, Strength & Conditioning Specialist; National Association of Sports Medicine: Personal Trainer, Group Trainer
and Performance Enhancement Specialist.
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance
• Cumulative GPA of 2.0 after two semesters
Bachelor of Arts
Major Course Requirements
ATH 100 Intro to Athletic Training
ATH 254 Prevention & Care of Athletic Injuries
NSG 210 Basic Nutrition
PED 200 Principles of Coaching
PED 217 First Aid & CPR
PED 225 Fitness Wellness
PED 226 Strength Training & Conditioning
PED 350 Principles of Health
PED 353 Biomechanics
PED 450 Exercise Physiology
PED 485 Internship
Choose one of the following courses:
PED 382 Adapted Physical Education
REC 382 Adaptive Rec of Mentally/Physically Challenged
Recommended courses for students who plan to go to graduate school:
BIO 202 Medical Terminology
MTH 219 Elementary Statistics
PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology
PSY 165 Lifespan Development
PSY 374 Abnormal Psychology
Students must choose at least one of the following emphases:
Athletic Training Emphasis
BIO 103 Principles of Biology
BIO 203 Human Anatomy & Physiology I
BIO 204 Human Anatomy & Physiology II
Two semesters of Chemistry
Physical Exercise/Wellness Emphasis
PED 230 Human Anatomy & Physiology
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Choose eight credits from the following
PED 133 Gymnastics/Tumbling
PED 135 Dance
PED 211 Individual/Dual Sports I
PED 212 Individual/Dual Sports II
PED 213 Team Sports I
PED 214 Team Sports II
PED 215 Sports Officiating
PED 470 Coaching of Basketball
PED 471 Coaching of Football
PED 472 Coaching of Baseball/Softball
PED 473 Coaching of Track and Field and Cross Country
PED 475 Coaching of Volleyball
PED 477 Coaching of Soccer
REC 212 Biking and Hiking
REC 214 Skiing
REC 220 Introduction to Archery
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FORENSIC SCIENCE
The program in forensic science provides the student with a unique opportunity to apply science to the law as
preparation for a wide variety of careers. The forensic science major is a four-year interdisciplinary program. The Division of
Natural Sciences in conjunction with the Division of Social Sciences assists the student in choosing a suitable career by providing
individual advising in forensic science.
The student graduating with a major in forensic science is eligible to work as a forensic scientist specializing in
forensic biology, forensic chemistry or professional studies in medicine, law, anthropology, psychiatry, criminology, education as
well as practice, study and research in the forensic sciences.
While pursuing a major in forensic science, a student will develop an in-depth knowledge of forensic biology or
chemistry and criminal justice, as well as become competent in the use of current crime scene and laboratory technologies.
Forensic science majors learn how scientific applications are applied to investigations and how the criminal justice system works
concerning civil and criminal law as well as the administration of justice. Part of the requirement for forensic science graduates is
participation in 15 credits of forensic science laboratory coursework to include six credits of specialized training within the
student’s major area of interest. Students will be provided the opportunity for one on one instruction in areas such as controlled
substances, toxicology, trace evidence, biological evidence, including DNA, firearms, fingerprints, impression or pattern
evidence and questioned documents. Major course requirements and seminar give the student an opportunity to examine
contemporary issues in light of their own value system and the college’s guiding ethical principles.
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance
• Completion of 26 credits with at least two major required courses completed at Mount Marty College
• Cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 with a minimum GPA of 2.5 in science and criminal justice courses
Bachelor of Science
Major Course Requirements
FSC 420 Forensic Science Technology
FSC 436 Criminalistics
FSC 490 Seminar
FSC 498 Forensic Science Applications/Research (six credits)
Related Course Requirements
BIO 103 Principles of Biology
CHM 111 General Chemistry I
CHM 112 General Chemistry II
CHM 231 Organic Chemistry I
CHM 232 Organic Chemistry II
CJU 133 Introduction to Criminal Justice
CJU 336 Criminal Investigation
CJU 460 Criminal Law
PHY 221 Physics I
PHY 222 Physics II
MTH 209 Calculus
MTH 219 Elementary Statistics
PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology
SOC 225 Foundation of Human Relations
Choose 16 credits from the following:
BIO 203 Human Anatomy and Physiology I
BIO 204 Human Anatomy and Physiology II
BIO 302 Immunology
BIO 320 Microbiology
BIO 330 Genetics
BIO 364 Cell and Molecular Biology
CHM 341 Analytical Chemistry
CHM 342 Instrumental Analysis
CHM 353 Physical Chemistry
CHM 364 Biochemistry
CHM 370 Inorganic Chemistry
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Other Requirements
All major and related courses must be taken for a letter grade.
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GRAPHIC DESIGN + MEDIA ARTS
The program in Graphic Design + Media Arts is designed to prepare students in a broad range of creative and
technology related fields. Students are immersed in a solid base of graphic design principles and concepts. They expand from
the usual areas of advertising, brand and collateral material into emerging fields such as the Internet, broadcast television and
animation.
This program offers a liberal arts approach to the graphic design and media arts fields. By connecting the overriding
design of the program to the mission of the college the program offers students an education in a broad base of related fields, all
of which have very connected concepts. As a student moves through the program they acquire interrelated skills in these fields
and are encouraged to move on to internships and independent work in the areas where they show the most interest and
proficiency.
While pursuing this major, students will develop a wide breadth of knowledge of their field and become competent in
the use of many current technologies. This major will also help students understand the principles and applications of visual
communication.
General course requirements within the major will give students an opportunity to examine contemporary issues in light
of their own value system and the college’s guiding ethical principles. Students in GD + MA receive from department faculty the
personal and individual attention necessary for a successful learning experience.
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance
• Completion of GRA 100, GRA 200 and GRA 250
• Department GPA of 2.3 and a cumulative GPA of 2.2
Bachelor of Arts
Major Course Requirements
GRA 100 Electronic Media Studio
GRA 200 Technical Design
GRA 201 Digital Photography
GRA 250 Graphics
GRA 251 Illustration
GRA 300 Video
GRA 302 Web Based Motion Graphics
GRA 351 Motion Graphics
GRA 400 Senior Studio
Choose nine credits from the following:
GRA 301 Media Studies
GRA 303 3-D Modeling
GRA 350 Sound
GRA 353 3-D Animation
GRA 451 Interactive Art
GRA 485 Internship (maximum of three credits can be applied)
Independent Study courses at junior or senior level are available with departmental approval.
Related Course Requirements
ART 100 Design I
ART 102 Design II
ART 150 Drawing and Painting (four credits)
ART 230 Photography (four credits)
ART 250 Art Appreciation
BUS 225 Principles of Marketing
BUS 333 Advertising
CIS 361 Web Site Design and Programming
Recommendations
GRA 210
GRA 485
Practicum
Internship
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Minor
Minor Course Requirements
ART 100 Design I
ART 102 Design II
GRA 100 Electronic Media
GRA 200 Technical Design
GRA 250 Graphics
Choose six credits from the following:
ART 230 Photography
GRA 201 Digital Photography
GRA 210 Practicum (maximum three credits)
GRA 251 Illustration
GRA 300 Video
GRA 301 Media Studies
GRA 302 Web Based Motion Graphics
GRA 303 3-D Modeling
GRA 350 Sound
GRA 351 Motion Graphics
GRA 353 3-D Animation
GRA 400 Senior Studio
GRA 451 Interactive Art
GRA 485 Internship (maximum three credits)
CIS 361 Web Site Design and Programming
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HISTORY
A history major provides students with a broadly based liberal arts education emphasizing knowledge of the past as the
foundation of contemporary institutions and society. A history major prepares students for careers in journalism, government and
politics. It also serves as excellent preparation for future studies and careers in law, theology and teaching.
This major is designed to be a double major with Teacher Education for students who wish to teach history in
secondary schools. Teacher Education majors are prepared to be certified to teach in South Dakota and many other states (see
Other Requirements below).
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance
Cumulative GPA of 2.5 after two semesters of college.
Bachelor of Arts
Major Course Requirements
HIS 106 Ancient and Medieval World Cultures
HIS 107 16th to 18th Century World Cultures
HIS 108 19th and 20th Century World Cultures
HIS 228 U.S. History and Government for Teachers
HIS 229 U.S. History Since 1877
HIS 322* Constitutional History and Law
HIS 346* U.S. Diplomatic History
HIS 361* History of Christianity
HIS 370* Korean and Vietnam Wars
HIS 380* Recent America: 1932 – Present
*History 386 (Special Topics) or History 399 (Independent Study) courses may be substituted upon department approval. A
minimum of 31 credits is required for the major.
Other Requirements
Students pursuing a history major or minor leading to certification as a teacher may require additional course work (HIS 390 is
required for South Dakota certification). These students require early counseling by faculty in history and teacher education.
Minor
Minor Course Requirements
HIS 106 Ancient and Medieval World Cultures
HIS 107 16th to 18th Century World Cultures
HIS 108 19th and 20th Century World Cultures
HIS 228 U.S. History and Government for Teachers
HIS 229 U.S. History Since 1877
Choose one of the following courses:
HIS 322 Constitutional History and Law
HIS 346 U.S. Diplomatic History
HIS 361 History of Christianity
HIS 370 Korean and Vietnam Wars
HIS 380 Recent American: 1932-Present
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HORTICULTURE
(available at Auxiliary location only)
The Associate of Science degree in horticulture blends technical classes with the liberal arts to provide a broader based
education to prepare graduates for entry level management and practitioner careers in horticulture. This program is offered only
at a contracted auxiliary site in Yankton.
Associate of Science
Major Course Requirements
HRT 100 Introduction to Horticulture
HRT 135 Turf Management
HRT 220 Landscape Design
HRT 225 Woody Landscapes, Morphology
HRT 230 Herbaceous Plants
HRT 245 Pruning
HRT 285 Internship
Choose one of the following courses:
HRT 240 Green House Operations
HRT 280 Advanced Woody Landscape Plants
Related Course Requirements
ART 100 Design I
BUS 215 Business Communications
BUS 231 Principles of Management
BIO 240 Botany
Other Requirements
All major and related courses must be taken for a letter grade with the exception of Internship which is pass/unsatisfactory only.
Fundamental Horticulture Certificate
Certificate Course Requirements
ART 100 Design I
CIS 125 Basic Skills in Information Technology
HRT 100 Introduction to Horticulture
HRT 225 Woody Landscapes, Morphology
HRT 230 Herbaceous Plants
HRT 285 Internship
Professional Landscape Gardening Certificate
Certificate Course Requirements
BUS 215 Business Communications
BUS 231 Principles of Management
HRT 135 Turf Management
HRT 220 Landscape Design
HRT 240 Green House Operations
HRT 245 Pruning
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HUMAN SERVICE
In line with the mission of Mount Marty College, the human service major offers each student a liberal arts major that
prepares them for the contemporary world of work, service to the human community and personal growth. The human service
major fosters sociological and psychological insight into human behavior and how to apply it to careers in the helping profession.
Human behavior is looked at from a variety of different perspectives with a multidisciplinary approach. Career options for
human service majors include such areas as human service agencies, community service organizations, public relations, human
resources, working in group homes and court services and probation.
The human service major helps each student meet the following objectives.
• Gain a broad theoretical basis in understanding and explaining human behavior from a psychological
and sociological perspective.
• Understand and apply different research methods to the study of human behavior.
• Become aware of ethical issues related to research and social behavior.
• Prepare for employment in the human services.
• Understand applications of human service principles in everyday life.
To demonstrate the attainment of the objectives each student will obtain the following outcomes.
• Explain behavior using different psychological and sociological theories.
• Use library resources to conduct literature searches.
• Understand research articles in the different areas of human service.
• Conduct a research study and develop an applied research project.
• Write in APA style.
• Develop experience and exposure to areas of human service and its applications.
The student will be assessed in the following ways:
• Successful completion of the required courses.
• Successful completion of field service and internship experiences.
• Completion of Senior Seminar and its required parts (research project, exam, and exit interview).
The core courses represent the basic knowledge base in the human services. The elective courses represent the specific
content areas of human services and prepare students for careers in the areas of their specific interests.
Introduction to Counseling, Group Counseling, Chemical Dependency and Human Behavior, Introduction to
Alcoholism, and Ethics for the Human Service and Chemical Dependency Professional provide the coursework necessary to be
certified as a Level One Drug and Alcohol Counselor in the State of South Dakota. This coursework is required to work at many
of the public and private drug and alcohol treatment centers in the state.
Bachelor of Arts
Major Course Requirements
HSV 100 Introduction to the Human Service Profession
HSV 310 Service Learning (three credits)
HSV 485 Internship
HSV 490 Senior Seminar
Choose five courses from the following:
CJU 444 Juvenile Justice
HSV 485 Internship
PSY 340 Chemical Dependency and Human Behavior
PSY 341 Introduction to Counseling
PSY 342 Introduction to Alcoholism
PSY 343 Introduction to Group Counseling
PSY 346 Ethics for the Human Service and Chemical Dependency Professional
PSY 374 Abnormal Psychology
SPE 260 Psych of Exceptional Child
SPE 261 Behavior and Group Management
SOC 360 Minority Studies
SOC 480 Social Theory
Related Course Requirements
CJU 133 Introduction to Criminal Justice
PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology
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PSY 165
PSY 275
PSY 276
PSY 370
SOC 100
SOC 202
Lifespan Development
Experimental Methods I
Experimental Methods II
Social Psychology
Introduction to Sociology
Marriage and Family
Minor
Minor Course Requirements
Choose 18 credits from the following (at least one course from each discipline)
CJU 133 Introduction to Criminal Justice
CJU 444 Juvenile Justice
PSY 165 Lifespan Development
PSY 341 Introduction to Counseling
PSY 343 Group Counseling
PSY 346 Ethics for the Human Service and Chemical Dependency Professional
PSY 370 Social Psychology
PSY 374 Abnormal Psychology
SOC 202 Marriage and Family
SOC 360 Minority Studies
SOC 480 Social Theory
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (2+2)
A major in Information Technology provides students with both an information technology and a business
background. This program prepares students for a high-demand career in the field. Graduates can work as a programmer,
networker, web developer, database administrator, or security specialist. Employment at a private company, manufacturer,
academic institution, or health care facility is also a viable option. Graduates with entrepreneurial interests might consider
starting a computer service or an independent web design business.
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance
• Graduate under the 2000-2002 catalog or later of Lake Area Technical Institute’s associate degree program in
Computer Information Systems.
Bachelor of Arts
Major Course Requirements
CIS 490 Senior Seminar
Related Course Requirements
ACC 120 Accounting I
BUS 225 Principles of Marketing
BUS 231 Principles of Management
BUS 255 Macroeconomics
BUS
Complete a minimum of seven additional credits from the Business Administration program with the
exception of Introduction to Business.
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INTERDISCIPINARY STUDIES
The Interdisciplinary Studies major meets the needs of students who wish to design their own area of study. Students
interested in the Interdisciplinary Studies major should meet with an advisor for initial planning. Each student designs a program
and prepares a proposal related to the student’s career choice. Eligible students may earn an emphasis in Allied Health. This
emphasis requires an associate degree or previous coursework (minimum of 50 credits) in a medical/health related specialty.
The following guidelines apply to the Interdisciplinary Studies program:
Major must consist of 48 credits*
Option 1: 16 credits* from three disciplines or
Option 2: 24 credits* from two disciplines
Option 3: 24 credits* from one discipline and 12 credits* from two additional disciplines
Must obtain the approval/signature from discipline experts.
Must earn a minimum of 24* credits in residence after the plan is approved (note that in progress courses have not been earned
yet).
Must earn 16 credits* of major in residence (standard graduation policy).
* credits are reduced by half for associate degree
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MATHEMATICS
The program in mathematics is designed to:
• Enable the students to acquire knowledge and skills in mathematics, computer science, physics, and
actuarial science (optional);
• Supply requisite training for the students interested in becoming teachers at the middle and/or secondary
levels;
• Prepare students for graduate work; and
• Give special guidance to students who desire technology careers.
One of the benefits of studying mathematics is the variety of career paths it provides. Some popular career choices are
teaching, actuarial science, and computer science.
Teaching: The teaching of mathematics at the K-12 level is a high-demand field and the need is expected to grow in
the future. The place to go for explicit career information is the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics homepage.
Actuarial Science: Actuarial science takes mathematics and statistics and applies them to finance and insurance.
Actuarial science includes a number of interrelating disciplines, including probability and statistics, finance, and economics.
Computer Science: Computer science is the study of the theoretical foundations of information and computation and
their implementation and application in computer systems. Mathematicians, with their training in logical and precise thinking, are
highly prized in this field. See the “student section” of the Association for Computing Machinery for career advice.
While pursuing a major in mathematics, students will develop an in-depth knowledge of their field and become
competent in the use of current technologies. General course requirements within the major and the senior seminar, required of
all math majors, give the student an opportunity to participate in research. The senior seminar research experience gives the
student an opportunity to explore a topic in mathematics that is of interest to him/her. Seminar papers are presented at the
regional meeting of the American Mathematical Association. In addition, all math majors participate in the national
mathematical modeling contest sponsored by the Consortium for Mathematics and Its Applications.
The students in mathematics receive the personal and individual attention necessary for a successful learning
experience.
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance
• Completion of MTH-209, Calculus I
• A department GPA of 2.3 and a cumulative GPA of 2.2.
Bachelor of Arts
Major Course Requirements
MTH 205 Discrete Mathematics
MTH 209 Calculus I
MTH 210 Calculus II
MTH 219 Elementary Statistics
MTH 270 Mathematical Modeling
MTH 303 Introduction to Non-Euclidean Geometry
MTH 311 Calculus III
MTH 355 Linear Algebra
MTH 375 Methods in Numerical Analysis
MTH 430 Differential Equations
MTH 455 Abstract Algebra
MTH 490 Seminar
Related Course Requirements
CSC/CIS 230 Software Structure and Design
PHY 221 Principles of Physics I
PHY 222 Principles of Physics II
Actuarial Science Emphasis Requirements (optional)
ACC 120 Accounting I
ACC 121 Accounting II
BUS 215 Business Communications
BUS 225 Principles of Marketing
BUS 231 Principles of Management
BUS 255 Macroeconomics
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BUS 256
BUS 270
BUS 370
MTH 315
Microeconomics
Business Application & Systems
Corporate Finance
Probability with Case Studies
Minor
Minor Course Requirements
MTH 209 Calculus I
MTH 210 Calculus II
MTH
Ten credits of mathematics coursework at a level of Discrete Mathematics (MTH-205) or higher
Related Course Requirements
CSC/CIS 230 Software Structure and Design
PHY 221 Principles of Physics I
Other Requirements
Student pursuing a mathematics major or minor leading to certification as a teacher may require additional course work (e.g.,
geometry sequence). These student students require early counseling by faculty in mathematics and teacher education.
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MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE
Medical Laboratory Science is a traditional program with three years of pre-clinical preparation followed by a one year
clinical course which fulfills the requirements for the major. After successful completion of the clinical year, the student
graduates from Mount Marty College with a bachelor of science degree in Medical Laboratory Science and is eligible to take the
national registry examination in Medical Technology. One advantage Mount Marty College offers to the student is a strong
introduction to clinical material during the first three college years. A major in Medical Laboratory Science equips the student to
seek careers in many laboratory settings.
The majority of graduates pursue careers in hospital or clinical laboratories. Many advance to supervisory or
management responsibilities in these labs. Other career areas include government regulatory agencies, education, research and
positions in development, quality control or sales in large pharmaceutical or scientific equipment companies. While pursuing this
major, the student will develop an in-depth knowledge of the field and become competent in the use of current technologies. The
year of clinical internship includes both didactic and extensive opportunities to use state of the art equipment in medical
laboratory science. The student will be able to pursue special topics of interest in research and present a seminar within the
internship year. Courses within the major in the pre-clinical program of study as well as during internship will give the student
the opportunities to examine the contemporary issues facing the medical laboratory scientist and apply the college’s guiding
ethical principles.
Graduates of the Lake Area Technical Institute medical laboratory technician program may continue their education at
Mount Marty College, Yankton campus, to receive a bachelor of science degree by completing general education requirements
and certain major requirements listed below.
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance
• Sophomore standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (clinical affiliates require a minimum cumulative GPA
of 2.80).
• Completion of eight credits of chemistry and 12 credits of biology with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 in these
courses.
• Acceptance into the program does not mean acceptance into a particular internship. Acceptance into internship is
determined on an individual basis.
Bachelor of Science
Major Course Requirements
BIO 103 Principles of Biology
BIO 203 Human Anatomy and Physiology I
BIO 204 Human Anatomy and Physiology II
BIO 320 Microbiology
BIO 364 Cell and Molecular Biology
CHM 111 General Chemistry I
CHM 112 General Chemistry II
CHM 231 Organic Chemistry I
CHM 341 Analytical Chemistry
CHM 342 Instrumental Analysis
CHM 364 Biochemistry
MLS 302 Immunology
MTH 219 Elementary Statistics
Recommendations
CHM 232
MLS 490
MLS 498
Organic Chemistry II
Seminar
Research
Other Requirements
Internship at an approved hospital. Successful completion of the internship is determined by the institution at which the student
interns.
Lake Area Technical Institute 2 + 2 Program
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Major Course Requirements
BIO 364 Cell and Molecular Biology
CHM 112 General Chemistry II
CHM 364 Biochemistry
MTH 219 Elementary Statistics
Recommendations
CHM 111
General Chemistry I
Other Requirements
Graduated under the 2000-2002 catalog or later of Lake Area Technical Institute’s Medical Laboratory Technician Program.
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MILITARY SCIENCE
Military Science isn’t just another course of study. It is leadership training that will set you apart in any profession you
choose. The classes are open to all students freshman through graduate student. Military Science students who choose to pursue
an Army commission participate in the program while completing degrees in their chosen fields. Military Science courses can be
used to fulfill elective credit requirements. Students interested in pursuing a commission through the Reserve Officer Training
Corps (ROTC) should contact the Military Science Department at the University of South Dakota which administers the program.
Any student from any major with at least four semesters of school remaining is eligible to apply.
These 100 and 200 level courses are open to any student on campus. Courses include instruction on rappelling, first aid,
survival training, leadership development, problem solving and time management. Military Science courses at the 300 and 400
levels are limited to enrollment by contracted ROTC cadets only.
Minor
Minor Course Requirements
MSL 101 Leadership and Personal Development
MSL 102 Introduction to Tactical Leadership
MSL 201 Innovative Team Leadership
MSL 202 Foundations of Tactical Leadership
MSL 301 Adaptive Team Leadership
MSL 302 Leadership in Changing Environments
MSL 401 Developing Adaptive Leaders
MSL 402 Leadership in a Complex World
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MUSIC
All music courses and performing groups are available to all students regardless of their academic major. Groups
include concert band, jazz band, pep band, mixed chorus and chamber choir and recruitment choir.
The music program, which offers a bachelor of arts degree, has a twofold purpose: to provide a preparation for those
who intend to pursue music as a career and to offer courses and provide an atmosphere on campus which will serve to broaden
students’ cultural outlooks and acquaint them with the value of music in making life more meaningful and enjoyable.
Career opportunities in the field of music include those of arranger, vocal or instrumental ensemble conductor, teaching
in the classroom or private studio, music critic, music sales, music librarian, music instrumental repair, performer, composer and
church musician. Students who complete a major in music will gain an in-depth knowledge of their field of study and become
competent in the usage of music technologies. Students will have an opportunity for research experiences through the course
“Recital and Research.”
General course requirements within the major give students the opportunity to examine contemporary issues in light of
their own value system and the college’s stated ethical principles.
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance
• Successful completion of MUS-100 and MUS-101
• Successful completion of two credits in applied music
• Successful completion of one credit in an ensemble
Bachelor of Arts
Major Course Requirements
MUS 100 Music Theory
MUS 101 Music Theory
MUS 200 Music Theory
MUS 201 Music Theory
MUS 300 History of Music
MUS 301 History of Music
MUS 308 Instrumental Conducting
MUS 309 Choral Conducting
MUS 420 Recital and Research
Choose eight credits from the following:
MUS 160 Piano
MUS 162 Voice
MUS 164 Organ
MUS 166 Woodwinds
MUS 168 Brass
MUS 170 Percussion
Choose eight credits from the following:
MUS 124 Recruitment Choir
MUS 126 Chamber Choir
MUS 127 Mixed Chorus
MUS 128 Concert Band
Emphasis Area—Students must choose at least one of the following emphases:
Music Education Emphasis Requirements*
MUS 311 Stringed Instrument Methods
MUS 312 Woodwind Instrument Methods
MUS 313 Brass Instrument Methods
MUS 314 Percussion Instrument Methods
MUS 315 Elementary School Music Methods
MUS 451 Methods of Teaching Music
*as per current South Dakota Education standards
Non-Education Emphasis Requirements
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MUS 485
Music Internship
Choose four additional credits from the following:
MUS 160 Piano
MUS 162 Voice
MUS 164 Organ
MUS 166 Woodwinds
MUS 168 Brass
MUS 170 Percussion
Choose four additional credits from the following:
MUS 124 Recruitment Choir
MUS 126 Chamber Choir
MUS 127 Mixed Chorus
MUS 128 Concert Band
MUS 202 World of Music: Jazz and Popular Music
MUS 203 World of Music: The American Musical
MUS 204 World of Music: American Folk Music
MUS 205 World of Music: American Women Composers
MUS 311 Stringed Instrument Methods
MUS 312 Woodwind Instrument Methods
MUS 313 Brass Instrument Methods
MUS 314 Percussion Instrument Methods
MUS 315 Elementary School Music Methods
MUS 329 Liturgical Music
MUS 330 Contemporary Liturgical Music
MUS 331 Hymnody
MUS 451 Methods of Teaching Music
MUS 485 Internship
Music Education and Church Music Emphasis Requirements
MUS 315 Elementary School Music Methods
MUS 329 Liturgical Music
MUS 330 Contemporary Liturgical Music
MUS 331 Hymnody
MUS 451 Methods of Teaching Music
MUS 485 Internship
Choose six credits from the following, not counted above:
MUS 124 Recruitment Choir
MUS 126 Chamber Choir
MUS 127 Mixed Chorus
MUS 128 Concert Band
MUS 160 Piano
MUS 162 Voice
MUS 164 Organ
MUS 166 Woodwinds
MUS 168 Brass
MUS 170 Percussion
MUS 202 World of Music: Jazz and Popular Music
MUS 203 World of Music: The American Musical
MUS 204 World of Music: American Folk Music
MUS 205 World of Music: American Women Composers
MUS 311 Stringed Instrument Methods
MUS 312 Woodwind Instrument Methods
MUS 313 Brass Instrument Methods
MUS 314 Percussion Instrument Methods
Other Requirements
• Attain a level of piano proficiency, as outlined in the Music Program Policy Handbook, by the end of the third year.
• Take at least one credit in voice before the end of the fourth year.
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• Take at least five credits in one area of concentration in applied music (keyboard, voice, woodwinds, brass, organ,
percussion).
• Students pursuing a music major or minor leading to certification as a teacher may require additional course work in
music. These students require early counseling by faculty in music and teacher education.
Minor
Minor Course Requirements
MUS 100 Music Theory
MUS 101 Music Theory
MUS 308 Instrumental Conducting
MUS 309 Choral Conducting
Choose four credits from the following:
MUS 160 Piano
MUS 162 Voice
MUS 164 Organ
MUS 166 Woodwinds
MUS 168 Brass
MUS 170 Percussion
Choose four credits from the following:
MUS 300 History of Music
MUS 301 History of Music
MUS 315 Elementary School Music Methods*
MUS 451 Methods of Teaching Music*
*required to teach music
Applied Music
All students, regardless of major, may take applied music (music lessons) in the following areas. Students must consult
with their instructor prior to registration. Students studying privately, regardless of their academic major, perform an end of the
semester “music jury” for the faculty only. Students who have three semesters or fewer of private study perform in a group
seminar experience with other members from the teacher’s studio. Students with four semesters or more of private study perform
in a departmental recital at the end of each semester.
MUS 160
MUS 162
MUS 164
MUS 166
MUS 168
MUS 170
MUS 140
MUS 142
Piano
Voice
Organ
Woodwinds
Brass
Percussion
Piano Class (this course is for students with little or no keyboard background)
Voice Class (this course is for students with little or no singing background)
Ensemble
Students may earn one credit each semester.
MUS 124
MUS 126
MUS 127
MUS 128
Recruitment Choir (by audition)
Chamber Choir (by audition)
Mixed Chorus
Concert Band
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NURSING
The mission of the Mount Marty College Nursing program is to provide students with an integrated education in a
Catholic, Benedictine liberal arts setting and to promote personal character development; holistic, professional and practical
nursing expertise; and community service involvement.
The four goals that provide direction in Mount Marty’s nursing program are:
1. To develop a professional nurse who provides holistic nursing care based on nursing theory and research
and on an appreciation of the uniqueness of each individual and family, the influence of society, and the
multidimensional aspect of health;
2. To develop a graduate who is prepared to provide professional nursing care as a generalist in a variety of
settings and to diverse groups;
3. To provide the educational foundation for advanced professional preparation and graduate study, and for
making contributions to the profession; and
4. To provide a values-centered nursing education which enhances personal growth and development,
fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and supports responsible collaboration within
communities.
The nursing program leads to a bachelor of science in nursing degree (BSN), is approved by the South Dakota Board of
Nursing and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) (One Dupont Circle NW, Suite 530,
Washington, DC 20036-1120; Phone: 202-887-6791). The curriculum combines core liberal arts studies, required related and
nursing courses to enhance the student’s personal development and to build professional competence.
Through the program of study in nursing, a student acquires in-depth knowledge and applies that knowledge to provide
basic clinical skills of professional nursing for individuals, groups and communities. The nursing student is introduced to the
conduct and utilization of nursing research. They explore contemporary and ethical issues encountered in practice and are
introduced to current technologies in healthcare. Supervised clinical practice begins in the sophomore year and takes place in a
variety of acute care and community settings.
Baccalaureate nursing graduates are prepared to work in all areas of nursing and have the foundation to enter graduate
school. Graduates are active in pediatric, maternal-infant, medical-surgical, geriatric, mental health, critical care and community
health nursing. They are employed in acute, intermediate and long-term care settings, as well as nursing education and
management roles.
The Practical Nursing Program is designed for students interested in becoming a Practical Nurse as an entry into the
nursing career ladder program. The program provides training directed towards employment with medical offices, clinics,
hospitals, nursing homes and home health care agencies. The student will gain skills in caring for the sick, assisting in
rehabilitation and preventing illness. Students who successfully complete the defined LPN curriculum earn a Certificate in
Practical Nursing and are eligible to take the National Council of State Boards of Nursing Examination (NCLEX-PN) and apply
for licensure as an LPN in South Dakota.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree for the RN or LPN
A BSN Completion Program is available for registered and licensed practical nurses who desire a baccalaureate degree
with a major in nursing. Students are required to take a transition course and senior level nursing course credits at Mount Marty
College to meet residency and program requirements.
For a registered nurse (RN) student, college credit is transferred for previous nursing courses and experience. That
credit is applied toward completing the BSN degree through validation testing and escrow application of credit for nursing
courses. Transfer of credit is dependent upon accreditation status of the first nursing program. The RN student must successfully
pass NSG-295, Transition into Baccalaureate Nursing; and HACE (Health Assessment Competency Examination) before moving
into senior level nursing coursework. Two or more credits are required in nursing research.
A licensed practical nurse (LPN) student can receive college credit for previous nursing courses and experience through
validation testing. LPNs must meet course requirements for admission into the Nursing Major and must successfully complete
NSG-295, Transition into Baccalaureate Nursing; NSG-352 and NSG-354, Health Assessment I and II; and HACE (Health
Assessment Competency Examination). Other required nursing courses include senior level courses and lower level courses, if
not successfully challenged.
Information on the BSN Completion Program is available by contacting the Admissions Office (1-800-658-4552, Ext.
1545) or the Nursing Program Office (605-668-1594).
Prerequisites for Acceptance into Nursing Major
1. Application to the major is made during the first semester of the sophomore year while taking NSG-290. Applications
are considered by the Nursing Program’s Admission and Progression Committee. Requirements for admission include:
a. Cumulative GPA of 2.70 and at least a 2.0 or C in each required related and nursing course. Post-secondary
level coursework accepted by the Registrar will be included to calculate a transfer student’s cumulative GPA
for acceptance into the nursing major;
b. Criminal background check with no demonstration of offenses of moral turpitude;
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c. Legal screening survey, based on legal limitations that could prevent them from obtaining a license to
practice nursing (“Legal Limitations for the Practice of Nursing”). Applicants identified as being “at risk” in
this screening process will be considered by the Mount Marty College Nursing Program Admission and
Progression Committee on a case-by-case basis, with action based on consideration of the safety and welfare
of the public;
d. Physical examination within the previous six months and certain immunizations required by the Nursing
Program (listed in the Nursing Student Handbook); “Essential Clinical Eligibility Requirements for
Admission to and Continuation in the Nursing Program.” (see Nursing Student Handbook).
2. Related coursework includes BIO-203, BIO-204, BIO-221, CHM-102, PSY-101, PSY-165 and SOC-100. Some
required related courses have prerequisites. All required related coursework must be completed prior to the beginning
of junior-level nursing courses. College Algebra is to be completed prior to the beginning of the second semester
sophomore courses, i.e. prior to taking NSG-292. It is strongly recommended that PSY-165 and BIO-203 be completed
prior to the second semester of the sophomore year.
3. For BSN Completion students: Registered Nurses are not required to take NSG-210; LPNs are required to take NSG-
210.
Complete information on policies related to admission, progression and retention are available from the Nursing Program Office.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Major Course Requirements
NSG 210 Basic Nutrition
NSG 281 Pharmacology for Nurses
NSG 290 Introduction to Nursing as a Profession I
NSG 292 Introduction to Nursing as a Profession II
NSG 311 The Childbearing Family
NSG 321 Mental Health Nursing
NSG 331 Nursing of Adults and Children
NSG 332 Nursing of Adults and Children
NSG 352 Health Assessment I
NSG 354 Health Assessment II
NSG 382 Nursing Research I
NSG 384 Nursing Research II
NSG 450 Professional Issues
NSG 471 Community Health Nursing
NSG 480 Nursing Management
NSG 482 Health Care Ethics
NSG 488 Critical Care Nursing
Related Course Requirements
BIO 203 Human Anatomy and Physiology
BIO 204 Human Anatomy and Physiology
BIO 221 Introductory Microbiology
CHM 102 Introductory Chemistry II
MTH 150 College Algebra or higher (including Calculus but not Statistics)
PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology
PSY 165 Lifespan Development
SOC 100 Introduction to Sociology
Notes
• The following ratios are used to assign credit to clock hours in nursing courses: lecture 1:1, conference and lab 1:2,
clinical experience 1:3. For Independent Study, total number of credit hours assigned to theory, lab or clinical is
developed by the student and instructor following these ratios.
• The grading scale used in all nursing courses is A = 93-100, B = 85-92, C = 77-84, D = 70-76, F = 0-69.
• A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 must be maintained, with no grade lower than a C in any nursing or required
related course. A minimum of C is required in the required related and general education courses taken after admission
to the Nursing Major.
• Clinical experiences are graded “satisfactory” or “unsatisfactory”. Courses with clinical experience components (NSG-
292, NSG-311, NSG-321, NSG-331, NSG-332, NSG-471, NSG-480, NSG-488) require that students achieve a
satisfactory grade in the clinical component in order to receive a passing grade for the course.
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• Any student who fails to obtain a C or 2.0 in a nursing course required for the major shall not be allowed to progress to
a higher level nursing course.
• For transfer and BSN Completion students: Senior level nursing courses (NSG-450, NSG-471, NSG-480, NSG-482,
NSG-488) must be taken through the Mount Marty College Nursing Program.
• The nursing program follows the grievance procedure of the college.
• The length of the program for a traditional student is generally four years (eight semesters). Length of program for a
BSN Completion student is individualized.
• BSN Completion requirements:
o RNs: NSG 295, NSG 382, NSG 384, NSG 471, NSG 480, NSG 482, NSG 488 and NSG 450.
o
LPNs: NSG 210, and NSG 295, NSG 331*, NSG 332*, NSG 321*, NSG 311*, NSG 352, NSG-354, NSG
382, NSG 384, NSG 471, NSG 480, NSG 482, NSG 488 and NSG 450.
• Optional validation testing (in courses indicated with an asterisk - *) is available for licensed nurses who demonstrate
work experience in areas covered in specific courses.
Other Requirements
• Satisfactory grade is required for all clinical evaluations.
• No grade lower than C is accepted in major or required related courses. Pass/Fail is not an available option for major or
required related courses.
• Students who will take the NCLEX-RN licensure examination following graduation are required to take a nationally
standardized comprehensive examination chosen by the faculty and must achieve a score specified by the faculty.
Copies of all nursing program policies are available in the Nursing Student Handbook and in the BSN Completion Program
Student Handbook. These are available in the Nursing Program Office. Students are given access to the college’s Moodle server;
program handbooks are available on Moodle.
Practical Nursing Certificate
Major Course Requirements
NSG 190 Introduction to Nursing as a Profession I
NSG 192 Introduction to Nursing as a Profession II
NSG 202 Medical Terminology
NSG 203 Nursing III: Childbearing Family
NSG 204 Nursing IV: Pediatrics
NSG 205 Nursing V: Mental Health
NSG 206 Role/Responsibility of the LPN
NSG 210 Basic Nutrition
NSG 281 Pharmacology for Nurses
NSG 352 Health Assessment I
NSG 354 Health Assessment II
Related Course Requirements
CIS 125 Basic Skills in Information Technology
ENG 103 Composition I: The Essay
MTH 125 Elementary Applications in Mathematics
PED 130 Human Anatomy and Physiology
PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology
RSP 125 The Wisdom of Benedict
SOC 100 Introduction to Sociology
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PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy addresses some of the questions that most people, today and throughout history, have pondered at some
time during their lives: Does God exist? What is right and wrong? What is the good life? What is justice? Can we know
anything at all? How do we know what is true? Do people have souls, or are they made simply of matter? Do we have free
will? How can we think and talk about the world? In addition, philosophy seeks to clarify and understand concepts that most
other disciplines take for granted: time, causation, necessity, will, freedom, knowledge, mind, understanding, etc. Philosophy
seeks to explore these questions and clarify these concepts by 1) clearly distinguishing between different views and concepts, and
2) giving arguments for and against different positions in order to figure out which positions are closer to the truth.
Because of the questions it asks, philosophy is an excellent discipline to study in order to develop your own worldview
- your understanding of the world and your place in it. In addition, because of its focus on conceptual clarity, argumentative skill,
and creative thinking, philosophy will help you to develop these skills which are in high demand in all professions. A philosophy
minor thus complements any other major, although it is particularly useful for people studying criminal justice, medicine,
education, law, psychology, and the sciences and for anyone who intends to pursue graduate or professional education.
Minor
Minor Course Requirements
Choose 16 credits from the following:
RSP 126 Critical Thinking in Ethics
RSP 203 Philosophy of Human Nature
RSP 340 Philosophical Ethics
RSP 355 Metaphysics: the Nature of Reality
RSP 381 History of Ancient & Medieval Philosophy
RSP 382 History of Modern & Contemporary Philosophy
A Philosophy Independent Study and Selected Topics course (maximum of three credits) may be applied upon departmental
approval.
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POLITICAL SCIENCE
A minor in Political Science prepares the student to be a responsible member of society and provides background for
careers in government, civil service, law and public relations.
Minor
Minor Course Requirements (minimum 18 credits)
POS 120 American Government
POS 221 State and Local Government
POS 361 International Relations
Choose three courses from the following:
BUS 255 Macroeconomics
CJU 133 Introduction to Criminal Justice
POS 322 Constitutional History and Law
POS 346 U.S. Diplomatic History
POS 370 Korean and Vietnam Wars
POS 380 Recent America: 1932-Present
POS 485 Internship (3 credits)
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PRE-PROFESSIONAL
The Pre-Professional program is designed to provide a solid foundation for those students who desire to pursue a
profession that requires post-baccalaureate education. It is a combination of courses offered by the Biology and Chemistry
programs that have proven to be best for preparing students for professional schooling. This major prepares students for
admission to programs such medical, dental, optometry, physical therapy, veterinary, and physician’s assistant. The successful
undergraduate has a wide selection of possible careers upon graduation in addition to professional schooling. They may also elect
to pursue their education by entering graduate school in pursuit of a masters or a doctoral degree in the areas of chemistry or
biology.
Beyond the course work in the sciences, this program offers experiences in research laboratories and the opportunity to
participate in lectures and seminars conducted by various regional, national and professional organizations such as the South
Dakota Academy of Science. While pursuing this major, each student will develop an in-depth knowledge of biology and
chemistry along with becoming competent in the use of current technologies in both fields. General course requirements within
the major and the seminars required of all graduates give the student an opportunity to examine contemporary issues in light of
their own value systems and the college’s guiding ethical principles.
A key benefit of the program is the high degree of individualized assistance to the student. All of our pre-professional
majors get the opportunity to interact with professors in an undergraduate research setting or are exposed to other scientists
through off campus research activities. Most of these opportunities are supported with a student stipend. This experience
provides an opportunity for the student to present a paper at a state or regional meeting and have an abstract or paper published.
Our students are also encouraged to develop relationships with local professionals in their areas of interest and spend hours
shadowing or working in a health related setting.
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance
• Completion of 26 credits with at least two biology and two chemistry courses completed at Mount Marty College.
• Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 in science and related courses.
• A transfer student must have completed two courses in the biology or chemistry department with a GPA of at least 3.0.
Bachelor of Arts
Major Course Requirements
BIO 103 Principles of Biology
BIO 203 Human Anatomy and Physiology I
BIO 204 Human Anatomy and Physiology II
BIO 320 Microbiology
BIO 364 Cell and Molecular Biology
BIO
Elective
BIO 490 Senior Seminar
CHM 111 General Chemistry I
CHM 112 General Chemistry II
CHM 231 Organic Chemistry I
CHM 232 Organic Chemistry II
CHM 341 Analytical Chemistry
CHM 353 Physical Chemistry I
CHM 364 Biochemistry
CHM 490 Senior Seminar
BIO/CHM 290 Introduction to Research
BIO/CHM 390 Junior Seminar
BIO/CHM 498 Research
MTH 209 Calculus I
MTH 219 Elementary Statistics
PHY 221 Principles of Physics I
PHY 222 Principles of Physics II
Choose one of the following courses:
BIO 240 Botany
BIO 241 Zoology
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PSYCHOLOGY
In line with the mission of Mount Marty College, the psychology major offers each student a liberal arts major that
prepares students for the contemporary world of work, service to the human community and personal growth. A student who
majors in psychology will develop a critical understanding of the field of psychology and human behavior, appreciate the role
psychology plays in shaping society and be prepared for graduate training or employment. The psychology major is designed to
help the student meet the following objectives:
• Provide the student with a general foundation in the various content areas and theoretical perspectives
within psychology.
• Understand the different research methods used by psychologists and comprehend basic descriptive and
inferential statistics.
• Become aware of the ethical issues related to research and practice.
• Understand how psychological principles are applied in everyday life.
• Prepare for employment or graduate school.
To demonstrate the attainment of the objectives the student will obtain the following outcomes:
• Explain behavior using different psychological theories.
• Demonstrate the ability to use the discipline’s language.
• Use library resources to conduct literature searches.
• Understand research articles in psychology.
• Design, conduct and write a research study.
• Summarize and analyze data with appropriate statistical techniques.
• Write in APA style.
• Experience directly the application of psychology.
The student will be assessed in the following ways:
• Successful completion of the required courses.
• Completion of Senior Seminar and its required parts (senior research project, exam and exit interview).
Introduction to Counseling, Group Counseling, Chemical Dependency and Human Behavior, Introduction to
Alcoholism, and Ethics for the Human Service and Chemical Dependency Professional provide the coursework necessary to be
certified as a Level One Drug and Alcohol Counselor in the State of South Dakota. This coursework is required to work at many
of the public and private drug and alcohol treatment centers in the state.
Bachelor of Arts
Major Course Requirements
PSY 100 Introduction to the Human Service Profession
PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology
PSY 165 Lifespan Development
PSY 275 Experimental Methods I
PSY 276 Experimental Methods II
PSY 310 Service Learning (one credit)
PSY 341 Introduction to Counseling
PSY 370 Social Psychology
PSY 372 Personality Theory
PSY 376 Physiological Psychology
PSY 382 Memory and Cognition
PSY 452 Psychological Testing and Measurement
PSY 454 History and Systems of Psychology
PSY 485 Internship (minimum three credits)
PSY 490 Senior Seminar
PSY 498 Senior Research
Related Course Requirement
MTH 219 Elementary Statistics
Choose four courses (minimum of 12 credits) from the following:
PSY 340 Chemical Dependency and Human Behavior
PSY 342 Introduction to Alcoholism
PSY 343 Introduction to Group Counseling
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PSY 346
PSY 374
PSY
BIO 203
BIO 204
Ethics for the Human Service and Chemical Dependency Professional
Abnormal Psychology
Any other PSY course
Human Physiology and Anatomy I
Human Physiology and Anatomy II
Minor
Minor Course Requirements
Choose 18 credits from the following:
PSY
Selected Topics
PSY
Independent Study
PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology
PSY 165 Lifespan Development
PSY 341 Introduction to Counseling
PSY 346 Ethics for the Human Service and Chemical Dependency Professional
PSY 370 Social Psychology
PSY 372 Personality Theory
PSY 374 Abnormal Psychology
PSY 382 Memory and Cognition
PSY 454 History and Systems of Psychology
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RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
Mount Marty College offers a student a unique delivery method for a major in Radiologic Technology. The student
completes the general education core and related requirements at Mount Marty College. Then, they go on to complete a
certificate program at an accredited School of Radiology. Upon the receipt of an official transcript from the School of Radiology
and passage of the board examination, Mount Marty College will award the student 60 credit hours at no extra cost.
Radiologic technologists may also be called x-ray technicians or radiographers. The job title used often depends on the
size of the facility, amount of specialization and the policies of the employer. Regardless of the exact title, these workers use
radiation for medical diagnosis and treatment.
Completion of a formal education program in radiologic technology is required for entry into the field. The length of
these programs varies from a certificate program to a master’s degree. A student’s chances of obtaining employment and
acquiring an administrative position are enhanced with increasing levels of education.
The student who successfully completes the degree requirements will develop an in-depth knowledge of the field;
become competent in the use of current technologies; and have an opportunity to examine contemporary issues in light of their
own value system and the college’s guiding ethical principles.
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance
• The student must have attained a cumulative GPA of 2.5 after completion of 68 credits.
• Acceptance into a radiologic technology clinical program.
Bachelor of Science
Major Course Requirement
RAD 101 Introduction to Radiologic Technology
Related Course Requirements
BIO 103 Principles of Biology
BIO 202 Medical Terminology
BIO 203 Human Anatomy and Physiology I
BIO 204 Human Anatomy and Physiology II
MTH 150 College Algebra (or higher level math course)
Choose one of the following courses:
CHM 101 Introductory Chemistry I
CHM 111 General Chemistry I
Choose one of the following courses:
CHM 102 Introductory Chemistry II
CHM 112 General Chemistry II
Recommended courses:
PHY 221 Principles of Physics I
PHY 222 Principles of Physics II
Other Requirements
• Completion of major requirements with no grade lower than a C.
• A total of 68 credits to include the general education requirements.
• 60 credits transferred from a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology approved School of
Radiologic Technology and pass the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Examination. The student is
responsible for making application and gaining acceptance into an accredited School of Radiologic Technology. Upon
verification of successful completion of the Radiologic Technology Program (have final official transcript sent to
Mount Marty College), 60 semester hours of credit in Radiologic Technology are transcripted and the degree awarded.
Mount Marty College makes no guarantee of degree completion if the student is not accepted into a Radiologic
Technology program and/or fails to pass the American Registry Examination.
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RECREATION MANAGEMENT
While pursuing a Recreation Management major, the student develops the knowledge and ability to be successful in
community, state and federal recreational programs. The student with a recreation management major has a sufficient business
foundation to enter starting positions for major recreation corporations. With comprehensive career training through recreational
internships, outdoor experience classes and classroom learning, the student will have a choice of several entry-level positions
both in the recreational and business fields.
Prerequisite for Program Acceptance
A cumulative GPA of 2.0 with a minimum of 27 credits.
Bachelor of Arts
Major Course Requirements
REC 100 Organization and Administration of Recreation
REC 212 Biking and Hiking
REC 214 Skiing
REC 222 Community Recreation
REC 224 Park Planning and Management
REC 341 Camping/Outdoor Recreation
REC 344 Commercial Recreation
REC 382 Adaptive Recreation for the Mentally and Physically Challenged
REC 485 Recreational Internships (minimum of three credits)
Related Course Requirements
ACC 120 Accounting I
BUS 125 Introduction to Business
BUS 225 Principles of Marketing
BUS 231 Principles of Management
BUS 335 Human Resource Management
BUS 372 Legal Environment of Business
CIS 125 Basic Skills in Information Technology
PED 217 First Aid & CPR
Choose one of the following courses:
BUS 215 Business Communication
ENG 369 Advanced Composition
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RELIGIOUS STUDIES
Mount Marty College is the only Catholic institution in South Dakota where students can obtain a major in Religious
Studies complete with both broad content foundations and supervised field experience. The Religious Studies program includes a
variety of courses designed to assist students in examining their own religious beliefs and practices, and understanding
Christianity, Catholicism, and other religious traditions. In addition, studying Religious Studies helps students develop analytic
skills and problem-solving abilities. While earning a Religious Studies major, students can focus on preparation for graduate
school or entry-level ministry positions.
Prerequisite for Program Acceptance
Cumulative GPA of 2.7 after three semesters of college courses.
Bachelor of Arts
Major Course Requirements
RSP 125 The Wisdom of Benedict
RSP 126 Critical Thinking in Ethics
RSP 150 Introduction to Christianity
RSP 230 Biblical Studies
RSP 280 Introduction to Theology
RSP 301 Christian Moral Theology
RSP 321 Synoptic Gospels
RSP 330 Jesus the Christ
RSP 332 Symbol and Sacrament
RSP 361 History of Christianity
RSP 424 Ministry Practicum
RSP 490 Senior Research Seminar
Choose one of the following courses:
RSP 250 Introduction to Old Testament Scriptures
RSP 260 Acts, Letters, Revelation
Choose one of the following courses:
RSP 381 History of Ancient & Medieval Philosophy
RSP 382 History of Modern & Contemporary Philosophy
Choose six credits from the following, not taken above:
RSP 250 Introduction to Old Testament Scriptures
RSP 260 Acts, Letters, Revelation
RSP 270 World Religions
RSP 302 Principles of Liturgy
RSP 334 Christian Marriage and Family
RSP 350 Peace and Justice
RSP 360 Religious Education
Choose one of the following courses:
RSP 203 Philosophy of Human Nature
RSP 340 Philosophical Ethics
RSP 355 The Mystery of Being
Philosophy Independent Study and Special Topics courses (maximum of three credits) available upon departmental approval.
Related Course Requirements
Choose three courses in Psychology and Sociology, to include at least one course in each area.
Additional Requirement
Intermediate proficiency in a second language.
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Minor
Minor Course Requirements
Choose 18 credits from the following:
RSP 150 Introduction to Christianity
RSP 260 Acts, Letters, Revelation
RSP 230 Biblical Studies
RSP 250 Introduction to Old Testament Scriptures
RSP 270 World Religions
RSP 280 Introduction to Theology
RSP 301 Christian Moral Theology
RSP 302 Principles of Liturgy
RSP 321 Synoptic Gospels
RSP 330 Jesus the Christ
RSP 332 Symbol and Sacrament
RSP 334 Christian Marriage and Family
RSP 350 Peace and Justice
RSP 360 Religious Education
RSP 361 History of Christianity
RSP 424 Ministry Practicum
RSP 490 Senior Research
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SERVICE SCIENCE LEADERSHIP
The Leadership Program is an interdisciplinary minor designed for Mount Marty College’s top students. The principles
and theories presented in the classroom will be applied to the workplace through case studies and community outreach activities.
The Service Science Leadership minor will add professional preparedness and marketability to the degree of each student who
chooses to include this minor as a component of his/her degree plan.
As the world becomes more interconnected and intelligent, consumers are being served through complex systems that
require new problem-solving and communication skills in the global workforce. The Leadership curriculum educates people
about these complex systems and networks that serve consumers, creating what IBM calls a smarter planet -- building smarter
students, smarter institutions, and smarter cities. Mount Marty College is one of the first institutions of higher education to
collaborate with IBM to adapt and implement aspects of IBM’s interdisciplinary service science curriculum at the undergraduate
level.
Beyond service science, leadership, ethics, and management courses, the leadership curriculum is designed to produce
students with the skills needed to enter today's workforce ready to contribute immediately to the economic and innovation
agendas of their employer’s organizations. Mount Marty College is proud to join more than 450 universities in 50 countries on
six continents who have adapted and implemented some aspects of IBM’s interdisciplinary service science curriculum in order to
better prepare our future leaders.
Prerequisites for Program Acceptance
• Freshmen: 24+ ACT and portfolio submission of your quality work as a high school student
• Current/Transfer: Cumulative GPA of 3.5 and letter of recommendation
Minor
Minor Course Requirements
LDR 301 Information and Service Economy
LDR 303 Organizational Leadership
LDR 305 Consumer/Marketing Issues
LDR 307 Leadership for the Entrepreneur
LDR 309 Service Innovation, Design and Marketing
LDR 311 Organizational Process Modeling and Project Leadership
LDR 313 Organizational Strategic and Quality Management/Leadership
LDR 315 Organization and Technology Integration
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SOCIOLOGY
The human experience, in this, the first quarter of the twenty-first century, is one that is almost without historical
precedent. Technological marvels unimagined a century ago are now the order of the day. These technological innovations allow
individuals to move themselves, goods and even their ideas at a speed that would have seemed impossible a hundred years past.
The rapid pace of change found within today’s society effects all of us, and as such, demands further study. Sociology provides a
foundation from which the student will become more capable of understanding human behavior and how that behavior is affected
by today’s social environment.
Minor
Minor Course Requirements
PSY 370 Social Psychology
SOC 100 Introduction to Sociology
SOC 202 Marriage and Family
SOC 480 Sociological Theory
Choose two courses from the following:
SOC 216 Social Gerontology
SOC 225 Foundations of Human Relations
SOC 230 Sociology of Contemporary Women
SOC 340 Chemical Dependency & Human Behavior
SOC 341 Introduction to Counseling
SOC 342 Introduction to Alcoholism
SOC 343 Introduction to Group Counseling
SOC 350 Sociology of Medicine
SOC 360 Minority Studies
SOC 377 Human Relations
SOC 444 Juvenile Delinquency
SOC 485 Internship (minimum of three credits)
SOC 498 Independent Research (minimum of three credits)
Selected Topics and Independent Study courses are available with department approval.
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SPANISH
The study of a modern language helps students understand and develop their own language as well as appreciate the
languages and cultures of others. Such skills are increasingly important, particularly for students interested in serving diverse
communities. Developments in immigration and international trade have made the study of foreign languages imperative. There
is a need for students in the medical fields, in social services and in other helping professions to learn to communicate with the
large numbers of Spanish-speaking people in the United States.
This program offers a minor in Spanish, which allows students to develop practical proficiency, as well as an informed
cultural perspective. Course work enables students to understand, speak, read and write Spanish as well as articulate an
understanding of the literature and culture of Spain and Latin America.
Minor
Minor Course Requirements
Choose 21 credits from the following:
SPN 101 Elementary Spanish I
SPN 102 Elementary Spanish II
SPN 203 Intermediate Spanish I
SPN 204 Intermediate Spanish II
SPN 205 Spanish Readings and Grammar
SPN 360 Advanced Composition and Conversation
SPN 361 Survey of Spanish Culture and Literature
SPN 369 Applied Spanish
SPN 387 Spanish Art, Literature and Life
SPN 388 Spanish Civilization and Culture
Special Topics and Independent Study courses are available upon departmental approval.
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THEATRE
Theatre exists for all students of the college; those pursuing a major or minor in the discipline as well as those looking
to satisfy fine arts requirements towards graduation. The curriculum is designed to provide students experiences both in and out
of the classroom. Theatre courses will heighten the communication and performance skills of students of all disciplines as well as
enhancing an understanding of theatrical production.
A major study of theatre provides training in the field to prepare students for a theatre-related career or graduate school.
Majors are able focus on a performance or technical emphasis. A minor in theatre is also available.
Students who would like to teach theatre after graduation are encouraged to prepare for the PRAXIS examination by
taking select courses of the curriculum including Introduction to Acting, Creative Dramatics, Theatre Appreciation, Play
Directing and Theatre Practicum and consult with an advisor in the teacher education department.
The theatre department produces at least one major play each semester as well as summer projects. On and off stage
participation in productions is open to all students is available through Theatre Practicum.
Bachelor of Arts
Major Course Requirements
STH 100 Theatre Appreciation
STH 117-418 Theatre Practicum (minimum of four credits)
STH 125 Introduction to Acting
STH 203 Costumes & Makeup
STH 204 Stagecraft
STH 361 Play Directing
STH 365 Scenic Design
STH 366 Stage Management
STH 376 Theatre History and Literature I
STH 380 Theatre History and Literature II
STH 435 Drama in the Church
STH 485 Internship (minimum of four credits)
Students must choose at least one of the following emphases:
Performance Emphasis Requirements
MUS 162 Voice (minimum of four credits)
STH 202 Creative Dramatics
STH 221 Movement
STH 426 Advanced Acting
Technical Emphasis Requirements
STH 210 Lighting and Sound Design
STH 230 Drafting for the Theatre
STH 319 Furniture & Properties Construction
STH 330 Scenic Painting
Minor
Minor Course Requirements
STH 125 Introduction to Acting
STH 204 Stagecraft
STH 361 Play Directing
Choose seven credits from any STH courses with the exception of Speech Communications.
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Undergraduate Course Descriptions
ACC-120 | Accounting I | 4 credits
The fundamentals of accounting theory and practice are developed through a study of the accounting cycle of a sole
proprietorship and partnership. The student will gain skills useful in the recording, presenting and interpretation of financial data
and the compilation and analysis of financial statements.
ACC-121 | Accounting II | 4 credits
This is the continuation of Accounting I. The student will gain skills in the application of special accounting procedures in
corporate and managerial accounting, including costing, budgeting and responsibility accounting.
Prerequisite: Take ACC-120
ACC-240 | Intermediate Accounting I | 4 credits
The course provides for the development of in-depth knowledge in accounting theory and practice. The student will study current
trends and variations in corporate accounting procedures. The topics covered will include assets and equities, investments and
inventory evaluation and fixed asset transactions.
Prerequisite: Take ACC-121
ACC-241 | Intermediate Accounting II | 4 credits
In this continuation of Intermediate Accounting I, the student will gain knowledge in policies and problems of leasing, pensions,
long-term debt, the fund statement and shareholder procedures.
Prerequisite: Take ACC-240
ACC-320 | Managerial Accounting | 3 credits
Contents of this course involve job cost, process cost and standard cost systems: application of overhead rates and department
cost allocation, integrated cost systems and cost control.
Prerequisite: Take ACC-121
ACC-325 | Federal Taxation I | 3 credits
Current tax legislation, particularly the Internal Revenue Code and Regulations, is included in this course with major emphasis on
the preparation of tax returns for individuals and small firms.
Prerequisite: Take ACC-121
ACC-326 | Federal Taxation II | 3 credits
The student continues the studies of federal taxation. In addition, the student participates in a volunteer income tax program.
Prerequisite: Take ACC-325
ACC-340 | Accounting Systems | 3 credits
Accounting Systems is a course that studies the development and controls involved in accounting information systems.
Prerequisite: Take ACC-121
ACC-360 | Auditing | 3 credits
A detailed study of procedures, standards, techniques, internal control programs and working papers is presented in this course.
Prerequisite: Take ACC-241 and MTH 219
ACC-380 | Advanced Accounting | 4 credits
This course examines specialized problems in accounting processes: branch and subsidiary accounting, governmental accounting
and consolidated reports.
Prerequisite: Take ACC-240
ACC-485 | Internship & Professional Development | 3 to 12 credits
The student will gain experience in accounting fields on a part-time or full-time basis. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only.
Prerequisite of Job Search: World of Work is recommended.
ACC-489 | CPA/CMA Problems & Solutions | 2 credits
This course provides review and coordination of principles and techniques in preparation to prepare the student for professional
accounting examinations.
AMT-125 | Commonalities of the Arts | 3 credits
Students will increase their understanding of common art elements forming in art, music and theatre and thereby learn to
formulate a personal response of increased appreciation and intelligent evaluation of significant artistic works. Students will be
expected to visit and attend artistic functions and participate in such activities while at Mount Marty College. Accomplishment of
the desired outcomes will be exhibited in material selected for an individual portfolio inclusive of seven focused papers reflecting
critical and creative thought pertaining to its content.
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ART-100 | Design I | 2 credits
Design I is a course in two-dimensional design including color theory. Note: ART-100 is a three credit hour course at auxiliary
campus.
ART-102 | Design II | 2 credits
Students in Design II will study three-dimensional design or sculpture.
ART-111 | Ceramics I | 2 to 4 credits
This course involves a study of various techniques in clay including hand-built and wheel-thrown pottery, glazing methods and
firing.
ART-112 | Beginning Stained Glass | 2 credits
This course provides introductory information and skills for the fine art of stained glass. Instruction includes historical
information, basic skills and techniques including: beginning glass cutting, shaping, design, working with patterns and soldering
using the copper foil (Tiffany) method. Students will complete a stained glass project.
ART-113 | Beginning Leaded Glass | 2 credits
This course includes information and skills development for the fine art of leaded glass. Traditional methodology includes
designing patterns, cutting and fitting lead, joining lead joints and assembly. Finishing techniques using putty and patina will be
used to complete projects.
ART-120 | Calligraphy I | 2 credits
Historical background of letters and formal and informal handwriting with special emphasis on the italic style.
ART-150 | Drawing and Painting | 2 to 4 credits
This is a basic course on drawing and painting for beginners. The semester starts with basic techniques in realistic drawing
followed by painting techniques.
ART-211 | Ceramics II | 2 to 4 credits
This course features advanced work in ceramics with experience in glaze making.
Prerequisite: Take ART-111
ART-215 | Sculpting | 3 credits
Students will gain experience in three-dimensional forms of art including clay, plaster, wood and assemblage in this course.
ART-221 | Calligraphy II | 2 credits
Calligraphy II is an intermediate level course with continued emphasis on formal and informal italic handwriting, spacing and
layout and the study of three alphabets, Uncial, Carolingian and Foundational.
Prerequisite: Take ART-120
ART-225 | Printmaking/Papermaking | 3 credits
This course starts with exploration of the elements of line, shape, color, texture and the principles of design (unity, proportion,
balance, repetition and rhythm) through the production of paper and prints.
ART-230 | Photography | 2 to 4 credits
Students will concentrate on the fundamentals of black and white photography. This is a studio course which emphasizes camera
use and darkroom techniques including composition, developing, enlarging and printing.
ART-240 | Elementary School Art Education | 2 credits
The primary focus of this course is on discipline-based art education which incorporates art appreciation, art history, aesthetics
and studio production in the teaching of art at an elementary level.
ART-250 | Art Appreciation | 3 credits
This course offers a comprehensive look at the historical context of art in the Western World. Visual elements of art and the
principles of design will be explored in the study of two and three-dimensional art forms.
ART-260 | Art & Architecture in Europe | 3 credits
This course engages the student in an intensive trip to several European countries to study the art, architecture, culture and history
of these countries. On-campus classes are held during the fall semester in preparation for this experience. Follow-up sessions are
held in the spring. The itinerary varies from year to year.
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ART-300 | Painting II | 2 to 4 credits
In this studio course, the student will build, plan and implement their own oil-painting canvases and projects.
ART-330 | Scenic Painting | 2 credits
Students will explore the various techniques of painting and create painted work for the stage. Color theory, mixing, texture and
alternative materials will be discussed and used to provide the basis for in-class work. Projects and studio time required.
ATH-100 | Introduction to Athletic Training | 1 credit
This is an introductory course focusing on various disciplines and professional organizations and their application in society.
ATH-254 | Prevention & Care of Athletic Injuries | 2 credits
This course involves general care, evaluation and in conditioning, use of heat and cold modalities and athletic nutrition. This
course is a requirement for most coaching certificates.
BIO-103 | Principles of Biology | 4 credits
Biology is the study of the structure and function of living cells with special consideration of the role of membranes and enzymes
in cell functioning. Emphasis is placed on the central role of DNA in directing the construction and functioning of cells. Study of
the energy-transforming processes of photosynthesis and respiration and how these processes "provide" the energetic force
necessary for the continued functioning of living systems - from cells to ecosystems is considered. Cell reproduction, DNA
replication, chromosome separation during meiosis and the resultant predictable (and sometimes unexpected) patterns of
inheritance are introduced. The relationship between genetic variation and evolution; the origin of life and the way in which
subsequent evolution has given rise to the vast diversity of organisms which currently inhabit this planet are studied. Note: Either
BIO 103 or BIO 106, but not both, may be taken to fulfill the basic science requirement. Either may be followed by a second
biology course. Lecture and laboratory.
BIO-106 | Introduction to the Life Science | 4 credits
Life Science is the study of the structure and function of biological entities ranging from single cells through multi-cellular
organisms to entire ecosystems. During the first part of the course, emphasis is placed on mankind's role in causing and solving
environmental problems. Emphasis then shifts to cellular structure and processes such as respiration, photosynthesis and cell
division. During the latter third of the course focus is on structures and functions of the human body. This course is designed
primarily for the non-science major and may not be used toward the biology major. Lecture and laboratory.
BIO-107 | Introduction to Life Science II | 4 credits
This is an introductory course designed to provide a general study of biology. This course is best suited for students who have
selected a non-science major. Included in this segment of Introduction to Life Science are the other disciplines of taxonomy,
ecology and anatomy. Lecture and laboratory.
BIO-202 | Medical Terminology | 2 credits
The study of basic medical terminology. Prefixes, suffixes, word roots, combining forms, special endings, plural forms,
abbreviations and symbols are included in the content. A word-building system that provides the opportunity to decipher
unfamiliar terms will be utilized. Emphasis is placed on spelling, definition and usage.
BIO-203 | Human Physiology & Anatomy I | 4 credits
This course offers the study of organization in living human systems. The underlying theme is homeostasis. Study includes bone
structure, sensory physiology, coordination by the autonomic and voluntary nervous systems, the physiology of muscle
contraction and the response of the organism to environmental variation. Emphasis is placed on recent research in sensory and
neuromuscular physiology. Laboratory includes dissection, gross and histological studies of the skeletal, nervous and muscular
systems as well as physiological experimentation. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take BIO-103 and two semesters of chemistry
BIO-204 | Human Physiology & Anatomy II | 4 credits
This course offers the study of organization in living human systems. The underlying theme is the concept of homeostasis and
feedback mechanisms within the organism which sustains it. Study includes coordination by hormones from endocrine glands,
nutrition, digestion, respiration, transport of respiratory gases, circulation, water balance, electrolyte balance, excretion and
reproduction. Laboratory includes dissection, gross and histological studies as well as physiological experimentation. Lecture and
laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take BIO-203
BIO-221 | Introductory Microbiology | 4 credits
This course covers issues germane to a nursing career: pathogenesis, identification, epidemiology, etc. Students will review and
examine the morphology, physiology and control of prokaryotic and eukaryotic microorganisms. Classroom topics will include:
taxonomy and identification, metabolism and genetics, pathogenesis and immune response, antimicrobials and epidemiology.
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Laboratory work will focus on sterile technique and microbial identification methodologies based on morphology and
physiology. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take BIO-103 and two semesters of chemistry
BIO-240 | Botany | 4 credits
Botany is the study of organization and function in plants from the cellular to the whole-plant level. Topics emphasized include
photosynthesis, plant phylogeny, plant reproduction, nutrient uptake and translocation, hormonal and environmental control of
plant development and mankind's dependence on plants and plant products. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take BIO-103 or HRT-100
BIO-241 | Zoology | 4 credits
This course is an introduction to animal life, including life histories, structure, functions and reproduction.
BIO-290 | Introduction to Research | 1 credit
The first course of a three-course sequence (290/390/490) is designed to prepare students for independent research and to support
students for successful undergraduate research. The general goal of the course is to acquaint students with an introduction to
scientific research and point them to the opportunities available.
Prerequisite: Take one course in biology
BIO-298 | Early Research Experience | 1 credit
This one-credit elective course, aiming to provide a platform for students who do not meet the prerequisite of CHM/BIO 498 (i.e.
a more advanced independent research course) to engage in early research experience. This course requires an investigation of a
hypothesis based topic. The research work is selected and carried out under the direction of the instructor. It involves a literature
review of the area of endeavor, establishment of hypothesis, experiment design to test the hypothesis, data collection and result
analysis. A research summary is required at the product of the research experience.
BIO-302 | Immunology | 4 credits
This course provides an introduction to the basic principles of immunology. Topics include immunoglobulin structure and
function, cellular and molecular immunology, types of immune reactions and immunological disorders. Emphasis is placed on
how the immune system protects individuals against infectious agents and prevents the development of abnormal cells within the
body. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take BIO-204 and BIO-320
BIO-310 | Ecology | 4 credits
Ecology is an examination of ecological principles that pertain to terrestrial populations, communities, ecosystems, biomes and
the biosphere. A central focus of this course is on the interactions between organisms and between organisms and the non-living
environment, and how such interactions manifest themselves in ecosystem patterns and processes. Laboratory and field work
include student projects involving physiological ecology, vegetation sampling, study of species diversity in a variety of habitats
and analysis of prairie and forest ecosystems. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take BIO-240
BIO-320 | Microbiology | 4 credits
Microbiology is the study of morphology, physiology and systematics of bacteria with a special emphasis on biochemical
reactions which serve as a basis for bacterial identification. Included in the course is a brief survey of yeasts, molds, viruses and
rickettsiae. Consideration is given to microorganisms in their relationship to disease, i.e., infection, antibiotics and immunity; as
well as their relationship to soil and water. Identification of unknown bacteria and an independent project are carried out by each
student. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take BIO-103 and one year of chemistry
BIO-330 | Genetics | 4 credits
This course offers an introduction to the principles of classical Mendelian genetics and the principles and techniques of modern
molecular genetics. Topics to be covered include Mendel's laws, gene linkage, genetic recombination and chromosome mapping,
followed by a study of the chemistry of DNA and the molecular mechanics of transcription, translation, replication controls on
gene expression and modern manipulation of DNA. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take BIO-103 and one year of chemistry
BIO-360 | Vertebrate Embryology | 4 credits
The study of gametogenesis, fertilization, differentiation, organogenesis and system development is covered in this course.
Laboratory activities include preparation of histological sections, physiological and morphological study of live embryos of frog
and chick and a study of serial sections of the frog, chick and pig. An independent laboratory project is carried out by each
student. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take BIO-204 and one year of chemistry
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BIO-364 | Cell and Molecular Biology | 4 credits
This course involves the study of topics in protein biology and biochemistry, including protein structure, function, isolation,
molecular evolution and the detection and molecular basis of disease. Emphasized are the organization and complexity of the
prokaryotic and eukaryotic cellular infrastructure, genomes, gene function and regulation and the structure of the eukaryotic
chromosome. Molecular techniques are developed throughout the course. Techniques include electrophoresis, affinity
chromatography, peptide mapping, enzyme cytochemistry, western blot, southern blot and nucleic acid analysis. Lecture and
laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take BIO-103 and CHM-112
BIO-370 | Histology | 4 credits
Histology is the study of microscopic structure in mammalian tissues and organs. Emphasis is placed on functional relationships
of structures. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take BIO-204
BIO-380 | Aquatic Ecology | 4 credits
This course examines ecological principles that pertain to freshwater populations, communities and ecosystems, and the
biological, chemical and physical analyses of freshwater habitats. Each student works a group to perform an in-depth analysis of
an aquatic ecosystem in southeastern South Dakota. Field and laboratory work are project-oriented, with each student conducting
his or her own research project throughout the course of study. Studies include the geological, physical, chemical and biological
parameters of lakes and streams with emphasis on their biotic communities. Statistical data analysis and presentation of results
are required. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take BIO-310
BIO-390 | Junior Seminar | 1 credit
This second course of a three-course sequence (290/390/490) is designed to prepare students for independent research, the
presentation requirements for most summer research experiences and to support students for successful undergraduate research.
The general goal of the course is to acquaint students with scientific literature, identifying key components of a scientific paper
and the mechanics of developing and presenting a scientific poster.
Prerequisite: Take BIO-290 and 2 courses in Biology
BIO-485 | Semester Off-Campus in Biology | 1 to 16 credits
This semester, off-campus program may include placement in a research laboratory or an internship program. The experience
may include participation in research under a senior investigator or in an internship project working with a qualified staff. The
student chooses an on-campus supervisor who will visit him/her during the semester. This program is designed to better prepare a
student for employment after graduation. Prerequisites: six courses in biology (excluding BIO 386 and BIO 498) with a GPA of
at least 2.0 in biology and the consent of the department faculty. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only.
BIO-490 | Seminar | 1 credit
This final course in a three-course sequence (290/390/490) is designed to give the student an opportunity to carry out a careful
review of the literature on a topic of his or her choice, to write an abstract and paper on that topic and to present the information
in an oral report to the natural science faculty and students.
Prerequisite: Take BIO-390 and 4 courses in Biology
BIO-498 | Research | 1 to 4 credits
This course requires an investigation (on or off campus) of a hypothesis concerning a biological topic. The work is selected and
carried out under the direction of a biology faculty member. It involves a literature review of the area of the endeavor and
selected laboratory experiments designed to test the hypothesis. Results may be presented to the Collegiate Section of the South
Dakota Academy of Science, the Colleges of Mid-America Conference and/or other regional or national scientific meetings.
Prerequisite: Take 4 courses in Biology
BUS-125 | Introduction to Business | 3 credits
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the major business and accounting functional areas. Skills inventories will be
administered to freshman business students to aid in matching their talents and interests with the appropriate accounting or
business area.
BUS-215 | Business Communications | 3 credits
This course focuses on the improvement of writing skills to facilitate effective written communication in the workplace. Topics
include purposes of written business communication; intensive review of the rules governing written communication; and the
planning, organizing and editing of effective business letters, memos and reports.
BUS-225 | Principles of Marketing | 3 credits
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In this course the student will examine the policies and problems concerned with the flow of goods and services to the consumer.
This course includes the study of pricing, advertising, consumer behavior and the distribution of products.
BUS-231 | Principles of Management | 3 credits
Student will study the process of achieving results through efficient utilization of human and material resources. Analysis of
managerial functions, planning, organizing, influencing and controlling are covered in this course.
BUS-255 | Macroeconomics | 3 credits
This course involves the study of the economy as a whole including national policy issues; government and business; national
income analysis; monetary and fiscal policy.
BUS-256 | Microeconomics | 3 credits
This course involves the study of individual market interactions with a concentration on the efficient allocation of resources
among firms, industries and consumers.
BUS-269 | Personal Finance | 3 credits
The student will study personal financial management as it applies to budgets, savings, credit, insurance and investments,
including real estate fundamentals.
BUS-270 | Management Information Systems | 3 credits
This course provides an introduction to management information systems (MIS). The topics covered will include major MIS
concepts, hardware configurations and common software applications that support enterprise data collection and information
assessment across the functional areas of a business enterprise. The course will focus on the use of business information systems
in addressing and solving operational, tactical and strategic issues.
Prerequisite: Take CIS-125
BUS-327 | Money and Banking | 3 credits
This course is designed to introduce the fundamentals of the banking system and the interplay of the Government's regulatory
environment and the banking industry. In addition, we will examine the Federal Reserve's monetary policies and Congress's fiscal
policies and their respective impact on the banking system. We will also look at the day to day movements in financial markets
and examine the international economic forces which impact banking.
BUS-333 | Advertising | 3 credits
In this course each student studies advertising from historical, economic, ethical, psychological and artistic perspectives. Every
student plans, designs and creates print advertisements and advertising campaigns.
Prerequisite: Take BUS-225
BUS-335 | Human Resource Management | 3 credits
This course involves the study of principles of personnel administration and the responsibilities of the personnel function within
an organization. Emphasis is placed on procurement, selection, training, supervision, job analysis and utilization of work forces.
Prerequisite: Take BUS-231
BUS-336 | International Business | 3 credits
Various aspects of traditional business theory will be covered from an international perspective. Topics will include the impact of
the European Economic Community, international monetary systems and the impact of political and social changes.
Prerequisite: Take BUS-231
BUS-357 | Bank Management | 4 credits
Bank Management is an in-depth study of banking institutions, with special emphasis on commercial banks and their connection
to the Federal Reserve System. The course will look at risk management in the changing regulatory environment and the everchanging
financial environment.
BUS-370 | Corporate Finance | 3 credits
This course involves the study of procurement and utilization of funds for a business. Included is a study of securities, capital and
income management and procedures for obtaining short, intermediate and long-term funds.
Prerequisite: Take ACC-121 and MTH-150
BUS-372 | Legal Environment of Business | 3 credits
This course offers an introduction to law and to the legal aspects of common business transactions: contracts, agencies, personal
property and bailments, sales and commercial paper.
BUS-380 | Entrepreneurship | 3 credits
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This course provides an overview of small business entrepreneurship and reviews the process of establishing a small business.
Students will cover opportunities, planning, start up, risk, financing, marketing and growth and will also prepare a formal
business plan.
BUS-390 | Business Ethics/Community Service | 3 credits
The student will develop an awareness and understanding of ethics in a business setting. Each student will participate in a
community service project through various agencies, service organizations or churches.
Prerequisite: Take BUS-231
BUS-412 | Production/Operations Management | 3 credits
An overview of the production and operation systems common to all types of business organizations is reviewed, including basic
problems in the production of goods and services and modern strategies for planning and controlling operations.
Prerequisite: Take MTH-219
BUS-460 | Investments | 3 credits
The student will study typical financial intuitional investments in this course. In addition to equity and debt instruments, the
student will further study real estate investments.
BUS-469 | Business Finance | 3 credits
This course is a capstone course for finance majors with policy study of various financial options for corporate entities.
Prerequisite: Take BUS-269 and BUS-370
BUS-483 | Business Strategy | 3 credits
With this course the student will bring together all of the various theories and concepts learned in other business courses.
Strategic management issues will be covered through the use of case studies, computer simulations and classroom discussion.
BUS-485 | Internship & Professional Development | 3 to 12 credits
Experience will be gained by the student in business fields on a part-time or full-time basis. Opportunities are available in
banking, retail and manufacturing. A total of 150 hours is required for three credits. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only.
Prerequisite of Job Search: World of Work recommended.
CHM-101 | Introductory Chemistry I | 4 credits
A survey of chemistry in this course includes fundamental concepts, structure of matter, the elements, periodicity, compounds,
states of matter and descriptive inorganic chemistry. Lecture and laboratory.
CHM-102 | Introductory Chemistry II | 4 credits
This course provides a condensed presentation of the principles of organic chemistry and biochemistry. Topics in organic
chemistry include: saturated, unsaturated and aromatic hydrocarbons; alcohols; acids; amines; stereoisomers and polymers.
Biochemistry topic include: carbohydrates, proteins, nucleic acids, lipids, enzymes and the pathways leading to the biosynthesis
and intermediary metabolism of the carbohydrates, proteins and lipids. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take CHM-101 or CHM-111
CHM-111 | General Chemistry I | 4 credits
Students in this course will examine the physical and chemical properties of the elements and compounds and the reason they
react. Topics include: fundamental concepts; structure of the atom and quantum theory; periodicity; ions and molecules; chemical
bonding; the gaseous, liquid and solid states; thermochemistry. Lecture and laboratory.
CHM-112 | General Chemistry II | 4 credits
A continuation of General Chemistry I. This course covers different facets of chemistry such as solution chemistry, acid-base and
buffer systems, rate of reaction, chemical equilibrium, solubility of precipitates, electrochemistry, thermodynamics, nuclear
chemistry, and the chemistry of different groups of elements. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take CHM-111
CHM-231 | Organic Chemistry I | 4 credits
Organic Chemistry is that study of the most common types of carbon compounds, their properties, preparation, reactions and
interrelationships. Laboratory work provides experience with contemporary techniques and includes techniques of physical
analysis and synthesis of typical organic compounds. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take CHM-112
CHM-232 | Organic Chemistry II | 4 credits
Organic Chemistry II is a continuation of Organic Chemistry I. The lecture provides the theoretical basis for a wide range of
organic syntheses including synthesis of alcohols, ethers, aromatics and carbonyl containing compounds. The laboratory provides
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hands-on experience in organic synthesis and qualitative organic analysis. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take CHM-231
CHM-290 | Introduction to Research | 1 credit
This first course of a three-course sequence (290/390/490) is designed to prepare students for independent research and to support
students for successful undergraduate research. The general goal of the course is to acquaint students with an introduction to
scientific research and point them to the opportunities available.
Prerequisite: Take CHM-112
CHM-298 | Early Research Experience | 1 credit
This one-credit elective course, aiming to provide a platform for students who do not meet the prerequisite of CHM/BIO 498 (i.e.
a more advanced independent research course) to engage in early research experience. This course requires an investigation of a
hypothesis based topic. The research work is selected and carried out under the direction of the instructor. It involves a literature
review of the area of endeavor, establishment of hypothesis, experiment design to test the hypothesis, data collection and result
analysis. A research summary is required at the product of the research experience.
CHM-341 | Analytical Chemistry | 4 credits
The objective of this course is to provide background chemical principles that are important to analytical chemistry such as
aqueous-solution chemistry, chemical equilibrium, acid/base theories, theory and application of gravimetric, titrimetric and
spectrophotometric methods of chemical analysis and statistical evaluation of analytical data. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take MTH 219 and CHM 112
CHM-342 | Instrumental Analysis | 3 credits
Principles of operation and application of instrumental methods of chemical analysis involving spectrophotometry, spectroscopy,
electrochemistry and chromatography are studied in this course. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take CHM-341
CHM-353 | Physical Chemistry I | 4 credits
Physical Chemistry examines in greater detail the theoretical foundations of chemistry. Topics covered include: properties of
gases, quantum theory, thermodynamics, free energy and chemical equilibria and solution chemistry. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take MTH-209 and CHM-112
CHM-354 | Physical Chemistry II | 4 credits
This course is a continuation of Physical Chemistry I. Topics covered includes: kinetics, enzyme kinetics, electrochemistry,
macromolecules and photochemistry. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take CHM-353
CHM-364 | Biochemistry | 4 credits
Topics to be covered in this course include chemical composition, assimilation and metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids
and nucleic acids, as well as enzyme kinetics. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take BIO-103 and CHM-231
CHM-370 | Inorganic Chemistry | 3 credits
Students in this course will study selected topics of inorganic chemistry including atomic structure, acid base systems, selected
groups of elements, group theory and crystal field and ligand field theory as applied to coordination compounds.
Prerequisite: Take CHM-112
CHM-390 | Junior Seminar | 1 credit
This second course of a three-course sequence (290/390/490) is designed to prepare students for independent research, the
presentation requirements for most summer research experiences and to support students for successful undergraduate research.
The general goal of the course is to acquaint students with scientific literature, identifying key components of a scientific paper
and the mechanics of developing and presenting a scientific poster.
Prerequisite: Take CHM-290
CHM-485 | Semester Off Campus in Chemistry | 1 to 16 credits
A semester off-campus program may include placement in a research laboratory or an internship program. The experience may
include coursework, participation in research under a senior investigator or in an internship project under a qualified staff. The
nature of the project undertaken is established by the student, faculty representative and the faculty advisor. (on demand)
Prerequisites: CHM 232, with a GPA of at least 2.0 in chemistry and the consent of the department faculty.
Prerequisite: Take CHM-232
CHM-490 | Seminar | 1 credit
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This final course in a three-course sequence (290/390/490) is designed to give the student an opportunity to carry out a careful
review of the literature on a topic of his or her choice, to write an abstract and paper on that topic and to present the information
in an oral report to the natural science faculty and students.
Prerequisite: Take CHM-390 and 4 courses in Chemistry
CHM-498 | Research | 1 to 4 credits
Research investigation (on or off campus) will involve review of relevant scientific literature followed by laboratory work under
the guidance of a faculty member. A written report and an oral presentation of the results are required.
Prerequisite: Take 3 Chemistry courses
CIS-125 | Basic Skills in Information Technology | 2 credits
In this course the student will learn to effectively use an array of personal computer software including, but not limited to
graphical user interfaces, Internet technologies, word processing, spreadsheet software, personal computer database management
systems and presentation graphics. The student will learn to integrate office automation software with the World Wide Web.
Assessment will be based upon hands-on course projects and written tests.
CIS-230 | Software Structure and Design | 4 credits
This course is an introduction to computer programming using a high-level language. Specifics of the language are taught in light
of software structure and design theory and techniques. The course encourages a top-down logical approach to problem solving
and includes expressions, input-output statements, control structures, user defined data types, functions, procedures and files.
Assessment is based upon programming assignments and written tests.
Prerequisite: Take CIS-125
CIS-231 | Data Structures | 4 credits
This course builds upon the knowledge gained in Software Structure and Design. The course teaches the principles of data
structures within the context of a high-level programming language. The topics presented typically include object-oriented
programming, complexity analysis, linked lists, stacks and queues, recursion, trees and graphs, sorting algorithms, hashing, data
compression and memory management. Assessment is based upon programming assignments and written tests.
Prerequisite: Take CIS-230
CIS-281 | Bioinformatics | 4 credits
This course provides an introduction to bioinformatics. This field is a specialized application of computer software to solve
research problems in medicine and related disciplines. Students need to be proficient in the use of personal computers and using
the World Wide Web prior to enrolling in this class. Students must also complete a lab science course before enrolling. Prior
programming experience is not required. Assessment is based upon written instruments and practical projects.
CIS-335 | Advanced Programming Topics | 4 credits
This course presents advanced programming concepts within the context of C and C++. Specific topics presented include
abstraction, interface diagrams, extending the language, object-oriented design, object-oriented programming, efficiency issues
and more. Assessment is based upon programming projects and written tests.
Prerequisite: Take CIS-231
CIS-345 | Systems Analysis and Design | 3 credits
In this course students will demonstrate competence in systems analysis and design using the concepts and techniques employed
in the practice of systems analysis and design including but not limited to structure charts, data flow diagrams, Warnier-Orr
diagrams, system flowcharts, coupling, cohesion, project management, feasibility study, structured analysis, system life cycle,
development life cycle, test plans, implementation plans and management. Students will demonstrate mastery through written
tests and system design projects.
Prerequisite: Take CIS-230
CIS-361 | Web Site Design & Programming | 4 credits
This course presents state-of-the-art techniques in web-page design and programming. Students will work collaboratively on
significant web-page projects. Students will master techniques of web page development with a particular focus on efficiency and
effective design. This course has two focuses: first, to create appealing and effective web pages using the principles of
advertising and public relations and second, to introduce students to programming for the World Wide Web. Web page editors
will be used to facilitate the creation of complete web sites. Students will be introduced to HTML. Assessment will be based on
written tests and course projects.
Prerequisite: Take CIS-125
CIS-400 | Telecommunications and Networking Theory | 3 credits
In this course students will learn the fundamental concepts of computer networks including terminology, topology, network
operating systems, the OSI model, protocols, transmission media, components, diagnostic software and administration. Students
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will set up one or more local area networks and design a network as a course project. Assessment will be based on written tests
and course projects.
Prerequisite: Take CIS-230
CIS-451 | Database Management Systems and Programming | 4 credits
This course presents state-of-the-art techniques in database development and database management systems including entityrelationship
modeling, semantic object modeling, relational modeling, and data normalization. The role of database technology in
modern information technology sites and the World Wide Web is stressed. Students will work collaboratively on significant
database design projects. Students will learn how to develop a database system in a standard database programming language.
Students will develop new systems from modeling through implementation and perform maintenance programming. Assessment
will be based on written tests and course projects. Prerequisite: CIS-230
Prerequisite: Take CIS-230
CIS-465 | Operating Systems | 3 credits
The fundamental concepts and issues involved in the design of operating systems are covered in this course including, but not
limited to, CPU management, memory management, resource allocation, deadlock, interrupts, priorities, user interfaces,
concurrency, multi-user, multiprocessing, security and administration. The theories of operating systems are stressed and specific
operating systems introduced. Assessment is based on written tests and a research paper.
Prerequisite: Take CIS-230
CIS-475 | Machine Organization | 4 credits
This course is a study of the computer as a hierarchy of levels. Topics include digital logic circuits, digital components, data
representation, register transfer and micro-operations, basic computer organization and design, programming in machine and
assembly languages and more.
Prerequisite: Take CIS-231
CIS-485 | Internship | 2 to 6 credits
Internships are supervised part-time and full-time experiences in professional information technology environments. Students are
encouraged to enroll in this class, as prospective employers may prefer to hire entry-level personnel with practical experience
outside of the classroom. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only.
CIS-490 | Seminar | 2 credits
This is the capstone course for the Computer Information Systems major. Students will demonstrate knowledge learned within
the major by completing a senior project focusing on contemporary issues in computer science through creative work in the
major area. Assessment is based upon the senior project including a formal presentation.
CJU-133 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 credits
This course offers an overview of the structures and functions that comprise the American system of criminal justice. The three
basics components of the criminal justice system, law enforcement, courts, and corrections, are examined in detail. Students learn
the concepts of crime, due process, and criminal law, as well as contemporary issues and practices in criminal justice.
CJU-310 | Service Experience | 1 to 5 credits
In this course every student completes volunteer service under supervision in a learning environment. Pass or unsatisfactory
grades only.
Prerequisite: Take CJU-133
CJU-333 | Policing in America | 3 credits
A consideration of the history of policing in America is covered in this course with additional focus on the structure and function
of patrol, traffic, communications, investigation and special weapons and tactics (SWAT) units.
CJU-336 | Criminal Investigation | 3 credits
Students will study the principles of investigative methods applied in the field of criminal justice in this course including crime
scene management, chain of custody as it relates to criminal evidence, crime scene search protocol, collection and recording of
physical and testimonial evidence, methods used to process physical evidence, developing leads and examining witnesses.
Prerequisite: Take CJU-133
CJU-341 | Introduction to Counseling | 3 credits
In this course students will study approaches to counseling with emphasis on gaining an understanding of basic theory concepts
utilized in the helping professions. Emphasis is also placed on developing a personal philosophy of helping or counseling.
Counseling topics explored include family issues, youth in trouble and substance abuse.
CJU-348 | Drugs, Alcohol and Crime | 3 credits
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An overview of alcohol and drug abuse in America as wells as the rest of the world is covered in this course with a specific focus
on the physical and psychological effects of alcohol and other drugs of choice on the individual and society. Students will
investigate the relationship of drugs and alcohol to the nature and extent of crime and the implications this has for law
enforcement, the courts and corrections.
CJU-358 | Institutional and Community Based Corrections | 3 credits
This course examines modern correctional systems, the operation of jails and prisons, contemporary issues and practices in
probation, parole and community corrections alternatives.
Prerequisite: Take CJU-133
CJU-365 | Principles of Private Security | 3 credits
A comprehensive overview of the increasing role that private security plays in the overall field of criminal justice is covered in
this course. Study includes an examination of individual protective services, loss protection and prevention, computer security,
identity theft protection, terrorism and bomb security, fire security and prevention, security systems and security system
management.
CJU-444 | Juvenile Justice | 3 credits
This course examines the policies, programs and services that comprise the juvenile justice system. It provides a comprehensive
overview of the processing and treatment of juvenile offenders, descriptions and definitions of offender types and the subsystems
that play a role in the care and control of juvenile delinquents.
Prerequisite: Take CJU-133
CJU-460 | Criminal Law | 3 credits
This course examines the law as a last resort mechanism of social control and describes the process whereby acts are prohibited
and punishments are written into law. The course reviews the history of modern criminal law and the law as it applies to specific
criminal wrongs.
Prerequisite: Take CJU-133
CJU-475 | Criminology | 3 credits
Criminology is the study of the nature and causes of criminal behavior. This course examines historical and modern theories of
criminal behavior drawn from the biological, sociological, psychological and cultural schools of behavioral thought.
Prerequisite: Take CJU-133
CJU-485 | Internship | 1 to 6 credits
In this course, students use criminal justice principles in an applied setting under supervision in an off-campus placement. Goals
and requirements are determined in consultation with faculty. Selected reading is required. Course can be repeated once for up to
12 credits.
Prerequisite: Take 9 credits from CJU department
CJU-490 | Seminar | 3 credits
This course acts as a capstone course for the criminal justice major and draws together material from many courses and integrates
them into a final senior project.
CSC-230 | Software Structure and Design | 4 credits
This course is an introduction to computer programming using a high-level language. Specifics of the language are taught in light
of software structure and design theory and techniques. The course encourages a top-down logical approach to problem solving
and includes expressions, input-output statements, control structures, user defined data types, functions, procedures and files.
Assessment is based upon programming assignments and written tests.
Prerequisite: Take CIS-125
CSC-231 | Data Structures | 4 credits
This course builds upon the knowledge gained in Software Structure and Design. The course teaches the principles of data
structures within the context of a high-level programming language. The topics presented typically include object-oriented
programming, complexity analysis, linked lists, stacks and queues, recursion, trees and graphs, sorting algorithms, hashing, data
compression and memory management. Assessment is based upon programming assignments and written tests.
Prerequisite: Take CIS-230
CSC-281 | Bioinformatics | 4 credits
This course provides an introduction to bioinformatics. This field is a specialized application of computer software to solve
research problems in medicine and related disciplines. Students need to be proficient in the use of personal computers and using
the World Wide Web prior to enrolling in this class. Students must also complete a lab science course before enrolling. Prior
programming experience is not required. Assessment is based upon written instruments and practical projects.
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CSC-335 | Advanced Programming Topics | 4 credits
This course presents advanced programming concepts within the context of C and C++. Specific topics presented include
abstraction, interface diagrams, extending the language, object-oriented design, object-oriented programming, efficiency issues
and more. Assessment is based upon programming projects and written tests.
Prerequisite: Take CIS-231
CSC-345 | Systems Analysis and Design | 3 credits
In this course students will demonstrate competence in systems analysis and design using the concepts and techniques employed
in the practice of systems analysis and design including but not limited to structure charts, data flow diagrams, Warnier-Orr
diagrams, system flowcharts, coupling, cohesion, project management, feasibility study, structured analysis, system life cycle,
development life cycle, test plans, implementation plans and management. Students will demonstrate mastery through written
tests and system design projects.
Prerequisite: Take CIS-230
CSC-361 | Web Site Design and Programming | 4 credits
This course presents state-of-the-art techniques in web-page design and programming. Students will work collaboratively on
significant web-page projects. Students will master techniques of web page development with a particular focus on efficiency and
effective design. This course has two focuses: first, to create appealing and effective web pages using the principles of
advertising and public relations and second, to introduce students to programming for the World Wide Web. Web page editors
will be used to facilitate the creation of complete web sites. Students will be introduced to HTML. Assessment will be based on
written tests and course projects.
Prerequisite: Take CIS-125
CSC-400 | Telecommunications and Networking Theory | 3 credits
The student will learn the fundamental concepts of computer networks including terminology, topology, network operating
systems, the OSI model, protocols, transmission media, components, diagnostic software, and administration. The student will set
up one or more local area networks and design a network as a course project. Assessment will be based on written tests and
course projects.
Prerequisite: Take CIS-230
CSC-451 | Database Management Systems and Programming | 4 credits
This course presents state-of-the-art techniques in database development and database management systems including entityrelationship
modeling, semantic object modeling, relational modeling, and data normalization. The role of database technology in
modern information technology sites and the World Wide Web is stressed. Students will work collaboratively on significant
database design projects. Students will learn how to develop a database system in a standard database programming language.
Students will develop new systems from modeling through implementation and perform maintenance programming. Assessment
will be based on written tests and course projects. Prerequisite: CSC-230
Prerequisite: Take CSC-230
CSC-465 | Operating Systems | 3 credits
The fundamental concepts and issues involved in the design of operating systems are covered in this course including, but not
limited to, CPU management, memory management, resource allocation, deadlock, interrupts, priorities, user interfaces,
concurrency, multi-user, multiprocessing, security and administration. The theories of operating systems are stressed and specific
operating systems introduced. Assessment is based on written tests and a research paper.
Prerequisite: Take CIS-230
CSC-475 | Machine Organization | 4 credits
This course is a study of the computer as a hierarchy of levels. Topics include digital logic circuits, digital components, data
representation, register transfer and micro-operations, basic computer organization and design, programming in machine and
assembly languages and more.
Prerequisite: Take CIS-231
CSC-485 | Internship | 2 to 6 credits
Internships are supervised experiences in professional information technology environments. Students are encouraged to enroll in
this class, as prospective employers may prefer to hire entry-level personnel with practical experience outside of the classroom.
Pass or unsatisfactory grades only.
CSC-490 | Seminar | 2 credits
This is the capstone course for the Computer Information Systems major. Students will demonstrate knowledge learned within
the major by completing a senior project focusing on contemporary issues in computer science through creative work in the
major area. Assessment is based upon the senior project including a formal presentation.
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EDN-150 | Orientation to Teaching | 2 credits
This is an introductory-level course to the teaching profession, with a view toward effective and quality teaching. This course
intends to allow and encourage students to think critically and philosophically about what fosters and at times discourages
effective teaching, and thus student achievement in classrooms. Students are also exposed to various philosophical, historical, and
sociological perspectives regarding teaching, schooling, and education. Reflective of our mission, and through actual classroom
observation designed to complement courework, this course also challenges students to investigate and seriously consider their
reasons for wanting to become a teacher.
EDN-156 | Child & Adolescent Development | 3 credits
This course is the study of the physical, cognitive and socio-emotional growth and development from birth through late
adolescence. The course will introduce students to development theories and issues of elementary, middle and high school
students.
EDN-212 | Field Experience in Early Childhood/Kindergarten | 1 to 2 credits
This course is designed to give students practical experience in elementary, middle or secondary level classrooms, usually for two
hours per week. Students are placed in schools according to their preferred age level and discipline and spend time in the
classroom observing, tutoring or assisting the cooperating teacher as he/she deems appropriate. Field experiences are required of
education majors and may be taken by students in related fields. Students must take one credit concurrently with EDN-233 and
may enroll in EDN 212-218 for additional credit hours. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only.
EDN-214 | Field Experience in Elementary | 1 to 2 credits
This course is designed to give students practical experience in an elementary classroom, usually for two hours per week.
Students are placed in schools according to their preferred age level and discipline and spend time in the classroom observing,
tutoring or assisting the cooperating teacher as he/she deems appropriate. Field experiences are required of education majors but
may be taken by students in related fields. Students must take one field experience credit concurrently with EDN-233 and may
enroll in EDN-212-218 for additional credit hours. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only.
EDN-216 | Field Experience in Middle School | 1 to 2 credits
This course is designed to give students practical experience in a middle level classroom, usually for two hours per week.
Students are placed in schools according to their preferred age level and discipline and spend time in the classroom observing,
tutoring or assisting the cooperating teacher as he/she deems appropriate. Field experiences are required of education majors but
may be taken by students in related fields. Students must take one field experience credit concurrently with EDN-233 and may
enroll in EDN-212-218 for additional credit hours. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only.
EDN-218 | Field Experience in Secondary | 1 to 2 credits
This course is designed to give students practical experience in a secondary level classroom, usually for two hours per week.
Students are placed in schools according to their preferred age level and discipline and spend time in the classroom observing,
tutoring or assisting the cooperating teacher as he/she deems appropriate. Field experiences are required of education majors but
may be taken by students in related fields. Students must take one field experience credit concurrently with EDN-233 and may
enroll in EDN-212-218 for additional credit hours. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only.
EDN-233 | Educational Psychology | 3 credits
This course is an application of major psychological approaches and the stages of human development (cognitive, psychosocial,
moral, psychomotor, linguistic) from pre-school through adolescence. This course deals with the diversity of learning style,
culture and ability. It addresses major learning theories and models of teaching as well as theories of motivation. The content of
this course includes basic principles of educational planning, instruction and research and is fundamental to the methods courses
that follow. A field placement is a requirement of this course and one credit of EDN 214-218 must be taken concurrently with the
course.
EDN-234 | Measurement, Evaluation and Management | 3 credits
This course involves the study of and the practice of designing, administering and evaluating various assessments (formal and
informal) for the classroom. Issues of validity and reliability are addressed and the connection between instruction and
assessment is stressed. The course addresses the educational taxonomies (cognitive, affective and psychomotor) in order to be
able to plan for higher level thinking/critical thinking as well as to assess those thinking skills. The construction of teacher-made
tests, authentic assessment rubrics and use of standardized test scores is given particular attention. In addition, this course
addresses classroom management theories and techniques with the students synthesizing the theoretical into a personal
philosophy of discipline that describes a positive learning environment.
EDN-256 | Early Childhood Education | 3 credits
This course is an introduction to the area of early childhood and includes a review of the history of early childhood education and
the goals, philosophies, methods and materials for this stage of development.
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EDN-257 | Kindergarten Education | 2 credits
This course is a study of curricula used in kindergarten programs. Methods and materials appropriate for the kindergarten child
are demonstrated and practiced by the student.
EDN-266 | Middle School/Junior High Education | 2 credits
This course is based on the study of the unique needs and characteristics (physical, psychological, social/emotional and
intellectual) of the young adolescent learner, ages 10-14. The course also provides a historical and contemporary look at the
middle level philosophy, structure, curricula and instructional strategies.
EDN-291-294 | Workshops in Teaching | 1 to 4 credits
These workshops are designed specifically for in-service teachers. Topics include principles, methods, materials and techniques
of teaching selected subjects with emphasis on new trends, materials and techniques.
EDN-312 | Practicum in Early Childhood/Kindergarten | 2 credits
Practicum is an experience required of all education majors prior to student teaching. It involves a minimum of two weeks of full
day in-school activities including observation, aiding, lesson preparation and teaching. Students are placed in schools according
to their preferred age level and discipline. Student must be accepted into teacher education program. Pass or unsatisfactory grades
only.
EDN-314 | Practicum in Elementary | 2 credits
Practicum is an experience required of all education majors prior to student teaching. It involves a minimum of two weeks of full
day in-school activities including observation, aiding, lesson preparation and teaching. Students are placed in schools according
to their preferred age level and discipline. Student must be accepted into the teacher education program. Pass or unsatisfactory
grades only.
EDN-316 | Practicum in Middle School | 2 credits
Practicum is an experience required of all education majors prior to student teaching. It involves a minimum of two weeks of full
day in-school activities including observation, aiding, lesson preparation and teaching. Students are placed in schools according
to their preferred age level and discipline. Student must be accepted into the teacher education program. Pass or unsatisfactory
grades only.
EDN-318 | Practicum in Secondary | 2 credits
Practicum is an experience required of all education majors prior to student teaching. It involves a minimum of two weeks of full
day in-school activities including observation, aiding, lesson preparation and teaching. Students are placed in schools according
to their preferred age level and discipline. Student must be accepted into the teacher education program. Pass or unsatisfactory
grades only.
EDN-342 | Reading: Philosophy, Psychology and Methods | 3 credits
The purpose of this course is to provide pre-service teachers with the necessary knowledge base to teach reading effectively and
to evaluate the research concerning literacy. Connections are made between theory and practice to address both the development
of reading and various philosophies of reading instruction for all students including ELL. This course addresses phonemic
awareness, phonics, fluency and vocabulary development as well as the basic strategies of reading comprehension (preparation,
organization, elaboration and monitoring). Lesson planning utilizes the K-8 South Dakota content and Common Core standards.
Student must be accepted into the teacher education program.
EDN-343 | Elementary Social Studies Methods | 2 credits
This course is concerned with the methods and theories appropriate for teaching social studies at the elementary level. The
perspective taken is that social studies is an interdisciplinary study of people, society and institutions and is well suited for
helping students examine various issues concerning society. Students also study cooperative learning, direct instruction,
experiential learning and problem solving strategies on their way to developing a teachable social studies unit. The South Dakota
K-8 content standards are used and studied. Student must be accepted into the teacher education program.
EDN-346 | Readings: Child Literature/Language Arts Methods | 4 credits
This course is concerned with methods, materials and curricula used in teaching the language arts: writing, speaking, viewing,
listening, visually representing and reading for all students, including ELL. Classic and contemporary children's and adolescent
literature form a central focus for the goals and instruction in the language arts classroom. The course includes all components of
a whole-language or literature-based program: spelling, handwriting, listening and speaking units, as well as reading aloud, story
telling and the extention of literature in other subject areas. Lesson planning utilizes the K-8 South Dakota content and Common
Core standards.
Prerequisite: Take EDN-342
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EDN-347 | Readings: Methods, Diagnosis and Remediation Reading | 3 credits
This course is concerned with methods and materials used in teaching reading and includes various practical experiences:
tutoring/remedial experience, literature based reading and guided reading. This course includes methods of assessing reading and
diagnosing difficulty using an informal reading inventory as well as ways of remediating reading difficulties. Topics of content
area reading, parent involvement in literacy instruction and the attributes of the influential teacher are also part of this course's
content. Lesson planning utilizes the K-8 South Dakota content and Common Core standards.
Prerequisite: Take EDN-342
EDN-348 | Elementary Science and Math Methods | 3 credits
This course is concerned with methods and materials used in the teaching of science and math in the K-8 elementary classroom.
Course content includes various types of lesson planning: constructivist, direct instruction and cooperative methods. Pre-service
teachers create original units of instruction using science and math textbooks. Lesson planning utilizes the K-8 South Dakota
content standards, the NCTM and NSTA standards and the Common Core standards. Pre-service teachers apply the content of
this course in classroom situations. Student must be accepted into the teacher education program. This course also involves
service in a middle school math classroom.
EDN-360 | Indian Studies | 3 credits
This course is designed as a study of the various socio-historical dynamics that in part account for some of the present day
existential considerations (moral, cultural, economic, educational, political, etc.) faced by many South Dakota Native Americans.
Students study narrative, autobiography, biography, treaties, court cases, Indian policy and some critical indigenous philosophy.
This course also focuses on the many classroom considerations (pedagogy and content) for teaching Native American students
and meets the South Dakota Indian Studies requirement for all individuals desiring to be certified to teach in South Dakota. Field
trips and speakers are a possibility based on availability. This is an introductory level survey course that in part borrows from the
voices of South Dakota Native Americans but does not necessarily speak for all South Dakota Native Americans.
EDN-362 | Middle School/Secondary Readings in Content Area | 3 credits
This course is the study of methods and strategies of effective instruction at the middle school and secondary level. Emphasis is
placed on literacy strategies in each discipline. Student must be accepted into the teacher education program.
Prerequisite: Take EDN-375
EDN-375 | Middle School and Secondary General Methods | 2 credits
This is a general methods course for secondary education majors or those who plan to teach at the middle and/or secondary
levels. Based on the current research of effective teaching and standards-based education, students are actively engaged in lesson
plan preparation. Students prepare an interdisciplinary unit using variety of teaching strategies and methodologies in their content
areas. The South Dakota K-12 Content Standards and national content standards in each discipline are used in the preparation of
the unit. Student must be accepted into the teacher education program.
EDN-376 | Integrating Technology Into Teaching and Learning | 2 credits
This course focuses on helping those in education develop an understanding of the relationships to teaching and the overall
enterprise of education that technology has had. Students encounter critiques of technology in education, historical surveys
regarding the relationship between technology and teaching and practical suggestions and examples regarding infusing certain
types of technology into the classroom. This course is to be taken concurrently with education methods course(s).
Prerequisite: Take CIS-125
EDN-377 | Human Relations Skills | 3 credits
This course is concerned with helping students develop an awareness of and understanding into the various theoretical premises
surrounding issues of diversity and multiculturalism. There is an emphasis placed on recognizing and dealing with biases,
stereotyping, power and privilege, difference and identity. Techniques to enhance interpersonal relations as well as classroom
instruction in today's multicultural classrooms are addressed. This course meets the South Dakota Human Relations requirement
for all individuals desiring to be certified to teach in South Dakota.
EDN-440 | Special Methods for Science | 1 credit
This course includes methods, materials and curricula appropriate to teaching 7-12 sciences. The course includes analyses of
current secondary curricula/materials, accommodation in teaching, use of technology, professional organizations and periodicals,
unit preparation and related extracurricular activities. The South Dakota K-12 Content Standards and the NSTA standards are
used in the preparation of an instructional unit.
Prerequisite: Take EDN-375
EDN-441 | Special Methods for Math | 1 credit
This course includes methods, materials and curricula appropriate to teaching 7-12 mathematics. The course includes analyses of
current secondary curricula/materials, use of technology, accommodation in teaching, professional organizations and periodicals,
unit preparation and related extracurricular activities. The South Dakota K-12 Content Standards and the NCTM standards are
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used in the preparation of an instructional unit.
Prerequisite: Take EDN-375
EDN-442 | Special Methods for Social Studies | 1 credit
This course includes methods, materials and curricula appropriate to teaching 7-12 social studies. The course includes analyses of
current secondary curricula/materials, use of technology, accommodation in teaching, professional organizations and periodicals,
unit preparation and related extracurricular activities. The South Dakota K-12 Content Standards and the NCSS standards are
used in the preparation of an instructional unit.
Prerequisite: Take EDN-375
EDN-443 | Special Methods for Language Arts | 1 credit
This course includes methods, materials and curricula appropriate to teaching 7- 12 english language arts. The course includes
analyses of current secondary curricula/materials, accommodation in teaching, use of technology, professional organizations and
periodicals, unit preparation and related extracurricular activities. The South Dakota K-12 Content Standards and the NCTE
standards are used in the preparation of an instructional unit.
Prerequisite: Take EDN-375
EDN-453 | Student Teaching Seminar | 1 to 2 credits
This seminar is required of all student teachers and is viewed as complementary in relation to their student teaching experience.
This seminar covers a variety of topics including classroom management, assessment, long and short range planning, engaging in
learning communities around particular dilemmas of student teaching, as well as completing an Impact on Student Learning
project. The seminar course also focuses on helping students prepare for licensure examinations. Student must be accepted into
the teacher education program. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only.
EDN-454 | Elementary School Student Teaching | 10 to 12 credits
This student teaching experience is for the student seeking elementary level teaching certification. The student teacher observes
and teaches for a full semester in an elementary classroom under the guidance of a cooperating teacher, principal and a college
supervisor. Student must be accepted into the teacher education program. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only.
EDN-455 | Elementary School Student Teaching in Physical Education | 6 credits
This student teaching experience is for the student seeking certification to teach physical education in grades K-12. The student
teacher observes and teaches for a full semester in elementary physical education classes under the guidance of a cooperating
teacher, principal and college supervisor. Student must be accepted into the teacher education program. Pass or unsatisfactory
grades only.
EDN-456 | Elementary Student Teaching in Music | 6 credits
This student teaching experience is for the student seeking certification to teach music in grades K-12. The student teacher
observes and teaches for a full semester in elementary music classes under the guidance of a cooperating teacher, principal and
college supervisor. Student must be accepted into the teacher education program. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only.
EDN-457 | Secondary School Student Teaching | 6 to 12 credits
This student teaching experience is for the student seeking secondary level teaching certification in biology, chemistry, English,
history, math, music or physical education. The student teacher observes and teaches for a full semester in a secondary classroom
under the guidance of a cooperating teacher, a principal and a college supervisor. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only.
EDN-459 | Middle School Student Teaching | 6 to 12 credits
This is a practicum for the student seeking the Middle School endorsement. The student works with a cooperating teacher in
grades 6-8 all day for a semester observing and teaching in a middle school classroom. The student is certified in secondary
education if they taught in grade 7-8th and in elementary education if their placement was in 6th grade. Pass or unsatisfactory
grades only.
EDN-490 | Seminar: The Teaching Profession | 1 to 2 credits
This course is the culminating course in Mount Marty College's teacher education program. During this seminar, students revisit
many of the themes and issues encountered through past courses and experiences as a way to prepare for resume and cover letter
writing, and to prepare for the interview process, too. Students will also hear from local parents, principals and superintendents
about what is expected from a teacher in their schools and districts. Students must be accepted into student teaching.
ENG-099 | Introduction to Writing | 3 credits
This is a course in the fundamentals of the English language. Instruction and practice in grammar usage, mechanics and effective
written composition comprise the developmental process for writing short critiques, evaluating one's personal writing and finding
the student writer's own voice/persona/style. Through a progressive approach, students will practice applying language concepts
to a variety of writing tasks. Appropriate readings provide examples of mature written expression and suggest topics for student
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composition. The course will introduce students to the close reading of literature, to issues of interpretation and to written
responses to literature. Individual tutorials will give attention to specific problems. A grade of C or better and an approved
portfolio are required to pass. Credits may not be applied toward graduation requirements.
ENG-103 | Composition I: The Essay | 3 credits
Students will develop skills in writing the traditional expository essay and are introduced to library and electronic research skills.
Freshman essays will be evaluated through a departmentally designed assessment tool.
ENG-104 | Composition II: Critical Writing | 3 credits
Students will develop the ability to read critically, to reason and to write critical, persuasive prose. Students will further develop
the research and writing skills needed to produce a formal research paper.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-103
ENG-210 | Introduction to Literature | 3 credits
Students develop their skills as readers, writers and thinkers by reading and responding both orally and in writing to fiction,
drama and poetry during this course. This course satisfies the general education literature requirement.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-103
ENG-220 | The Short Story | 3 credits
In this course, students will study the form of the short story and develop competence in reading selected stories. This course
satisfies the general education literature requirement.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-104
ENG-221 | Creative Wrtiting | 3 credits
Students write poetry, nonfiction and fiction, in a workshop setting, critiquing and helping to shape the work of fellow students
during this course.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-104
ENG-222 | Basic News Writing | 3 credits
During this course, students will learn to gather newsworthy topics and/or events, gather information and develop a news story.
News writing guidelines, interviewing, legal boundaries surrounding news reporting and writing, as well as ethics will be
discussed during the course.
ENG-223 | Great Directors and Their Films | 3 credits
This course provides a study of the best American and foreign film directors of the 1900's, 20th century and early 21st century
will be done through their narrative films, examining their themes, narrative and technical styles, influence on filmmakers and
cultural/historical values and trends. This course satisfies the general education literature requirement.
ENG-224 | Literature and Film | 3 credits
This course includes a study of literature and films made from literature. The course will involve analysis and comparison of both
texts and film; their modes of representation, characterization and story-telling, establishing what is lost and also at times what is
gained by the filming process. Both selections of contemporary and historically important films will be viewed and analyzed.
This course also studies film as a mirror of national and regional culture, cinematic form and personal style. This course satisfies
the general education literature requirement.
ENG-226 | Adolescent Literature | 3 credits
This course will focus on the extensive reading, analysis and evaluation of literature appropriate for young adults. Students
consider the cultural context within which this literature is read and the literary sub-genres which include adventure, humor,
historical fiction, science fiction, fantasy, realism, sports, mysteries and non-fiction. This course satisfies the general education
literature requirement.
ENG-227 | Introduction to Linguistics | 3 credits
This course offers an integrated approach to the study of the English language. Although the origins and diversity of the language
will be presented and discussed, the emphasis will be on a descriptive linguistic analysis of its phonology, morphology and
syntax; and an in-depth examination of its supportive grammar.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-104
ENG-250 | World Literature | 3 credits
During this course, students will study works of major authors of the Eastern and Western world (exclusive of British and
American) from artistic, cultural and historical perspectives. This course satisfies the general education literature requirement.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-104
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ENG-255 | European Fiction | 3 credits
Students will study typical and significant works of major authors of Europe (exclusive of British) from artistic, cultural and
historical perspectives. The course will give the students an appreciation of the diversity of different cultures' interpretations of
human problems and of the common concerns that cut across the differences of time, place and culture. This course satisfies the
general education literature requirement.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-104
ENG-310 | Early American Literature | 3 credits
In this course, students will explore American literature from its beginning to the late 19th century from artistic, cultural and
historical perspectives. This course satisfies the general education literature requirement.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-104
ENG-311 | Recent American Literature | 3 credits
This course is a continuation of Early American Literature, with the focus on American writers of the 20th and early 21st
centuries. This course satisfies the general education literature requirement.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-104
ENG-320 | Advanced Poetry | 3 credits
Advanced Poetry is designed for students who 1) have an interest in the particular artistic expression that poems are; 2) wish to
learn the particular skills and approaches of poetry to aid in other kinds of writing; 3) will someday teach creative writing or
literature as part of an elementary, secondary or collegiate curriculum and 4) are in the process of submitting material to journals,
magazines and chapbook contests. Students will also learn strategies for marketing free-lanced writing.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-221
ENG-321 | Advanced Fiction and Nonfiction | 3 credits
Advanced Fiction and Nonfiction is designed for students to further explore their creative writing by writing stories, essays
and/or chapters of a book in progress. The course will focus on narrative and emotional power presented in a unique format
which will engage readers.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-221
ENG-322 | Writing and Publishing | 3 credits
Writing and Publishing is designed for students who have an interest in publishing and book production and will pursue a career
in the publishing and writing business. The class is composed of writing exercises, workshopping and the production of
PADDLEFISH, Mount Marty College's student and national literary journal.
ENG-323 | Advanced Writing and Publishing | 3 credits
Advanced Writing and Publishing is designed for students who have successfully completed Writing and Publishing and would
like more hands on publishing and book production experience.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-322
ENG-324 | Writing and the Visual Arts | 3 credits
Writing and the Visual Arts is a course that explores the importance of the "I" and "Eye" in today's visual society by exploring
and investigating what we see and how we communicate such observations. Visualizing composition and looking closer are the
keys to effective writing. How well do you pay attention to the details of your everyday life? We are a society that is prone to
jump at the next brighter and shinier thing that happens along, but by actively engaging in what seems ordinary we realize it can
be more complicated than what we first had recognized. Some might view things as ordinary; some might view the same thing as
extraordinary. In this course we will examine and interpret prose and the visual arts and how both are essential in today's society
and work hand in hand.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-104
ENG-325 | Critical Theory | 3 credits
This course will present an overview of traditional and contemporary literary criticism as lenses through which students can read
texts and view their culture. Students will become aware of the importance of both classical and contemporary literary criticism
including those of Plato, Aristotle, Horace, Longinus, Iser, Derrida, Foucault, Lacan, Said, Hutcheon and Lyotard.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-104 and one literature course
ENG-326 | Traditional Grammar and Usage | 3 credits
This course will treat the traditional parts of speech, Reed-Kellogg diagramming, standard American usage, punctuation and
spelling conventions. Some attention will be given to modern developments in linguistics.
ENG-343 | Early British Literature | 3 credits
Students will study selected works of British writers from Beowulf through the 18th century from artistic, cultural and historical
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perspectives. This course satisfies the general education literature requirement.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-104
ENG-344 | Recent British Literature | 3 credits
This course is a continuation of Early British Literature, with focus on British authors of the 19th and 20th centuries. This course
satisfies the general education literature requirement.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-104
ENG-349 | History of Film | 3 credits
The first audience watched a motion picture flicker on a screen in 1895, a little over a century ago. In one century, the movies
have developed from a simple recording device to a complex art and business. Today film stands on its own as a distinct means
of artistic expression. The purpose of this course is to explore the history of film on both the international and American scenes.
Since it is one of the major arts to have evolved within the past century, it can be vividly respected as a significant contribution to
our understanding of the culture and history of our daily lives. The course is limited to narrative fiction film and will analyze the
film as a mass medium of cultural communication.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-104
ENG-355 | Shakespeare's Drama | 3 credits
This course focuses on developing an appreciation of both theatrical and literary aspects of selected Shakespearean tragedies,
histories and comedies. This course satisfies the general education literature requirement.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-104
ENG-356 | The Novel | 3 credits
Students will study the form of the novel and develop competence in reading selected works of major novelists. This course
satisfies the general education literature requirement.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-104
ENG-360 | Mythology | 3 credits
Through this course, students will explore the role of myth in human experience, from early times until our own, with special
emphasis on myths of classical Greece and Rome, Asia, Africa, Northern Europe and the Americas. Myths will be studied from
literary, anthropological, psychological and religious perspectives, with special attention to similarities among myths from
diverse peoples. This course satisfies the general education literature requirement.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-104
ENG-369 | Advanced Composition | 3 credits
This course is designed to allow students to explore their relationship to written language. While it will concentrate on the
students' own development as writers, it will also allow them to investigate many of the written discourses that are part of our
academic, professional and social lives. This course will emphasize style, voice and revision. Students are expected to discuss
their early drafts with each other and with the instructor. We will also analyze the style and voice of each others' writing and,
through assigned readings, the style and voices of professional writers.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-104
ENG-376 | Theatre History and Literature I | 3 credits
In this course, students will examine theatre history, practice, dramatic literature and criticism from the Greeks through the
Renaissance (Neo-classical) period by reading historical and dramatic texts. Emphasis will be given to the Hellenistic, Roman
and Jacobean drama. Class formats will follow lectures, reflection and class discussion. This course satisfies the general
education literature requirement.
ENG-380 | Theatre History and Literature II | 3 credits
In this course, students will examine theatre history, practice, dramatic literature and criticims from the Restoration through the
Anti-Realist and postmodern periods by reading historical and dramatic texts. Emphasis will be given to Naturalism, Realism,
Expressionism, Absurdism, Existentialism and Postmodernism. Class formats will follow lectures, reflection and class
discussion. This course satisfies the general education literature requirement.
ENG-490 | Seminar | 2 credits
Required of English majors and recommended for English minors. Each senior completes an approved research project, prepares
a formal paper and makes a public oral presentation of the research findings.
ENG-491 | Senior Portfolio and Performance | 2 credits
This is a required course for English majors with an emphasis in writing. Each senior will complete a portfolio of new material in
their given genre and give an oral presentation of their work. Students will complete an annotated bibliography of ten books of
their choice to be included in their senior portfolio. Students will also compile a 6-8 page abstract of their future goals and
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objectives as a writer, as well as a marketable resume.
FSC-420 | Forensic Science Technology I | 4 credits
A survey of the fundamental techniques employed by the forensic scientist or forensic investigator. Included are applications of
basic forensic technologies such as the practice and use of the microscope, fingerprinting, casting and comparison of tool marks,
blood spatter, paper chromatography, casting and interpretation of various forms of impression evidence (tire, shoe, animal as
well as others), bite mark evidence and analysis, fiber identification and analysis, firearm, GSR (gun shot residue), gunpowder
and basic ammunition analysis. The students will explore ethical and legal issues applicable to forensic science. Lecture and
laboratory.
FSC-430 | Forensic Science Technology II | 4 credits
The student will continue to build upon the concepts and understanding introduced in Forensic Science Technology II. Concepts
and applications in Forensic Laboratory analysis will be continued within this course. In addition, the student will be exposed to
forensic engineering specialties, such as fire and explosion investigation and vehicular accident reconstruction. The students will
also go beyond the classroom into areas such as cybertechnology as well as various legal and ethical issues applicable to forensic
science. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take FSC-420
FSC-436 | Criminalistics | 4 credits
An advanced examination of the techniques used to prepare samples and the instrumentation utilized in the analysis of forensic
evidence in the crime laboratory will be explored. Evidence control, processing and chain of custody of samples in the laboratory
will be reinforced. Instrumental techniques and confirmatory methods for identification of substances including the gas
chromatography mass spectrometer (GCMS), thin layer chromatography, refractive index measurements, density gradient
analysis of soil, metal residue testing and DNA analysis will be presented. Lecture and laboratory
Prerequisite: Take FSC-420
FSC-490 | Seminar | 1 credit
This acts as the capstone course for the Forensic Science major. It is designed to give the student an opportunity to carry out a
careful review of the literature on a topic of their choice; to write an abstract and paper on the topic; and to present the
information in an oral report to the Division of Natural Science faculty and students. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
FSC-498 | Laboratory Applications and Research | 2 to 6 credits
The laboratory applications/research provides the student with the opportunity to experience real world activities and applications
within the field of forensic science. Students will be required to demonstrate introductory competency within two of the
following forensic science laboratory applications: controlled substances, toxicology, trace evidence, firearms, fingerprint,
impression or pattern analysis or questioned documents. Students may request credit towards completion of this requirement
through participation in off-site internship programs. Specialty areas not listed, such as forensic entomology, forensic radiology
etc., will be examined and discussed with the Forensic Science Program Director and the student upon request, to identify
resources available for a suitable program of study within the specialty area. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor NOTE: This
course may be taken in two credit increments but a total of six credits in this course is required for degree completion.
GEN-101 | Career Exploration | 1 credit
This course is designed to help the college student in the selection of a college major and career. This will be accomplished
through the use of career testing, shadowing and study of the world of work. Students will be encouraged to take part in the
Mentor Program which will help foster professionalism.
GEN-102 | First Year Seminar | 1 credit
This course will focus on the student's success at Mount Marty and will emphasize the college's uniqueness as a Benedictine
liberal arts institution. The class will provide students with strategies to identify their learning styles and intellectual strengths, to
develop their creative and critical thinking skills and to strengthen reading and test preparation skills.
GEN-301 | Job Search: World of Work | 1 credit
During this course students will identify a college major by using a systematic method of decision making. This will be
accomplished with the help of career inventories, utilizing the career library, mentor program and shadowing experiences.
Computer-based programs will also be used in the selection of a college major and a career.
GRA-100 | Electronic Media Studio | 3 credits
This course provides an introduction to the computer as a multi-purpose art-making tool, utilizing various pieces of software.
Students will explore graphics, sound and motion.
GRA-200 | Technical Design | 3 credits
This course is designed to give students an understanding of computer based design with a focus on printed works (e.g., posters,
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ooks, covers, etc.). Principles of layout, balance and type will be explored and implemented in various project formats.
GRA-201 | Digital Photography | 3 credits
This course covers the technical skills required for digital photography including basic operation of a digital SLR camera,
refinement of exposure, image resolution, post capture recipe and manipulation.
GRA-210 | Practicum | 1 to 6 credits
This course requires students to be involved in the design studio on campus. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only.
GRA-250 | Graphics | 3 credits
This course is an intense look at computer based graphics. Students will explore computer graphics as a tool to communicate and
in the process learn the technical aspects of computer based graphics. (spring)
GRA-251 | Illustration | 3 credits
This course is designed to give students an understanding of computer based illustration. Two-dimensional vector based drawing
tools are covered.
GRA-300 | Video | 3 credits
In this introductory course in video and postproduction, students will learn to create a storyboard, shoot video, edit and overlay
graphics onto video in the context of communicating through a moving medium.
GRA-301 | Media Studies | 3 credits
This course is expected to give the student an understanding of media and contemporary issues related to media. Students will
explore the various types of media used today including video games, virtual reality and the possibility of interactive film and
television.
GRA-302 | Web Based Motion Graphics | 3 credits
In this course students will examine kinetic typography, two-dimensional animation and other forms of motion graphics for the
web. Students will create computer based motion graphics for the web with a principal focus on communication.
GRA-303 | 3-D Modeling | 3 credits
This course is designed to give students an understanding of three-dimensional models, polygons, skins and textures.
GRA-350 | Sound | 3 credits
During this course students will be exposed to various uses for sound and ways to complement and enhance their multimedia
creations with sound. Students will learn to record, edit and produce various types of sound projects.
GRA-351 | Motion Graphics | 3 credits
This course allows students to explore kinetic typography, two-dimensional animation and other forms of motion graphics.
Students will create computer based motion graphics with a principal focus on communication.
Prerequisite: Take GRA-300
GRA-353 | 3-D Animation | 3 credits
This course is designed to help students understand the basics of animating a scene with three-dimensional models, including
cameras, lights and rendering.
Prerequisite: Take GRA-303
GRA-400 | Senior Studio | 3 credits
During this course students complete a 3 credit hour concentration of studio work. Students plan and execute on a number of
projects. This course is for GD+MA majors only.
GRA-451 | Interactive Design | 3 credits
This course is designed to explore and advance students' understanding of and ability to create computer-based interactivity.
Prerequisite: Take GRA-302
GRA-485 | Internship | 1 to 6 credits
Internships are supervised part-time and full-time experiences in professional graphic arts settings. Students are encouraged to
enroll in this class, as prospective employers may prefer to hire entry-level personnel with practical experience outside of the
classroom. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only. Prerequisite: faculty approval
GRM-201 | Intermediate German I | 3 credits
Intermediate German builds on the linguistic skills developed in GER 101-102 and involves continued development of German
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grammar, conversation practice, broad vocabulary development, and reflection on cultural perceptions and practices. Graded
reading is introduced with increased practice in composition and conversation.
GRM-202 | Intermediate German II | 3 credits
Intermediate German builds on the linguistic skills developed in GER 101-102 and involves continued development of German
grammar, conversation practice, broad vocabulary development, and reflection on cultural perceptions and practices. Graded
reading is introduced with increased practice in composition and conversation.
Prerequisite: take GRM-201
HIS-106 | Ancient and Medieval World Cultures | 3 credits
This course introduces the development of history and culture from prehistoric times through the Reformation of the 16th
century. Major historical trends of primary civilizations, the contributions of Greek and Roman societies and the rise of
Christianity are emphasized.
HIS-107 | 16th to 18th Century World Cultures | 3 credits
This course introduces the development of history and cultures from the late Middle Ages through the French Revolution of
1789. The Reformation, interaction between various world cultures, the Scientific Revolution and Enlightenment and the
development of various political traditions are emphasized.
HIS-108 | 19th and 20th Century World Cultures | 3 credits
This course introduces the development of history and cultures from the French Revolution to the late 20th century. The French
and Industrial Revolutions, the development of Pacific Rim cultures, World Wars I and II, and the Cold War are emphasized.
HIS-120 | United States History I | 3 credits
This course presents a survey of U.S. History from the Native American cultures that existed prior to the arrival of Europeans to
North America through the Civil War era of the 1860s.
HIS-121 | United States History II | 3 credits
This course presents a survey of U.S. History from the Reconstruction era following the Civil War through the Cold War era that
followed World War II.
HIS-130 | World History I | 3 credits
This course examines the evolution of global processes and contacts in interaction with different types of human societies from
the earliest human societies to the present. The course highlights the impact of geography, culture, trade, religion and technology
during selected historical periods. A major emphasis is the extent to which contact between societies resulted in diffusion of ideas
and the impact of this interaction across geographic regions with primary focus on non-European societies. This course is offered
through our high school dual credit program only.
HIS-131 | World History II | 3 credits
As a continuation of World History I, this course examines the evolution of global processes and contacts in interaction with
different types of human societies from the earliest human societies to the present. The course highlights the impact of
geography, culture, trade, religion and technology during selected historical periods. A major emphasis is the extent to which
contact between societies resulted in diffusion of ideas and the impact of this interaction across geographic regions with primary
focus on non-European societies. This course is offered through our high school dual credit program only.
Prerequisite: Take HIS-130
HIS-140 | European History I | 3 credits
This course introduces the origins and development of history and culture of Europe from ancient times through the 18th century.
Major historical trends of the ancient times, middle ages, Renaissance, Reformation, absolutism, Enlightenment and expansion
are emphasized.
HIS-141 | European History II | 3 credits
This course introduces the origins and development of history and culture of Europe from the 18th century through modern times.
Major historical trends of European expansion, revolutions, industrial revolution, reform, Nationalism, war, dictatorships, Cold
War, rebuilding and social changes are emphasized.
Prerequisite: Take HIS-140
HIS-228 | U.S. History and Government for Teachers | 4 credits
This course introduces the origins and development of the United States and its government from pre-colonial times through the
Civil War period. The Native American cultures, European colonial efforts, American Revolution and development of the
Constitution, Westward movement and the Civil War are emphasized.
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HIS-229 | U.S. History Since 1877 | 3 credits
This course continues the United States history beginning with the Reconstruction era to the late 20th century. The Industrial
Revolution, Progressive era and the emergence of the United States as a world power are emphasized.
HIS-322 | Constitutional History and Law | 3 credits
This course introduces origins and development of the Constitution and subsequent major court decisions affecting constitutional
law interpretations.
HIS-346 | U.S. Diplomatic History | 3 credits
This course studies the origins and development of foreign policy from the Revolutionary Era through the Cold War period. The
course features an emphasis on the development of the U.S. in the context of world history and a study of the various
interpretations of American foreign policy.
Prerequisite: Take HIS-228 and HIS-229
HIS-361 | History of Christianity | 3 credits
This course introduces the origins of Christianity and the subsequent history of the Christian church. The developments of
doctrines, the rise of monasticism and the impact of Christianity on world history are emphasized.
Prerequisite: Take RSP-150
HIS-370 | Korean and Vietnam Wars | 3 credits
This course will focus on two of the main events of the Cold War: the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Students will study the origins
of the conflicts and focus on the role of the United States in these two events. Documentary films will be used extensively to
provide a means by which to study and interpret these events. Students will also analyze "Hollywood" interpretations of the
Vietnam War. Our goal will be to obtain an overall grasp of the significance of these events, as well as to discuss the various
interpretations of these Cold War episodes.
HIS-380 | Recent America: 1932-Present | 3 credits
This course presents a study of U.S. history from the election of FDR in 1932 to the present. The Great Depression, New Deal,
World War II, Cold War and cultural developments are emphasized.
HIS-390 | History of South Dakota | 3 credits
This course offers a study of the history of the state of South Dakota. This course will feature topics related to the political,
social, cultural and economic history of South Dakota. Contributions of various individuals, groups and movements will be
considered as the history of South Dakota is presented within the context of the history of the United States.
HON-490 | Honors Seminar | 1 credit
This course is the framework within which the student completes the honors program. In addition to the four credit hours of
coursework, students must complete a final project. For most students, one of the requirements for their major is a capstone
course and/or project, and the honors program recommends that honors students use that course and/or project as the foundation
for the honors thesis or project. Additional work, under the direction of the course/project instructor is expected. Pass or
unsatisfactory grades only.
HRT-100 | Introduction to Horticulture | 4 credits
This course is an examination of fundamental horticulture principles, from careers in the field to the cultivation of specific crops.
Special care is taken to treat highly technical subjects, such as plant propagation and taxonomy, in a comprehensive and
understandable manner. A section on pest control, both chemical and biological, includes up-to-date information, with emphasis
on personal safety and the protection of human beings and the environment. Lecture and laboratory.
HRT-135 | Turf Management | 2 credits
This course covers principles of turfgrass management, characteristics of cool and warm season grasses, cultural requirements,
grading, drainage and pest identification and control, including projects and labs.
HRT-220 | Landscape Design | 4 credits
This course incorporates the information learned from Introduction to Horticulture, Woody Landscapes and Herbaceous Plants
into contructing landscapes by incorporating the principles of design. Lecture and laboratory.
HRT-225 | Woody Landscapes, Morphology | 3 credits
This course is an in-depth study of 120 woody plants common to the Northern Plains including morphology of plants,
nomenclature, identification and usage in the landscapes.
HRT-230 | Herbaceous Plants | 3 credits
This course is designed to give the student a solid background in the use of herbaceous plants in the landscape, interior scapes,
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general aesthetics and use of color as well as identification and cultural requirements.
HRT-240 | Green House Operations | 4 credits
This course covers the industry, greenhouse production and operation, developmental control and specifics of common crops.
Lecture and laboratory.
HRT-245 | Pruning | 2 credits
Students will become knowledgeable in pruning techniques used for herbaceous and deciduous plants, evergreens, vines and
arboriculture as well as specialized pruning techniques used to create responses from plant maintenance.
HRT-280 | Advanced Woody Landscape Plants | 4 credits
This course is an in-depth study of 81 woody plants common to the Northern Plains and their use in the landscape.
Prerequisite: Take HRT-225
HRT-285 | Internship | 3 credits
This course allow students to gain experience in the field. Opportunities include residential and public landscaping, commercial
vegetable production, sports field maintenance, turf management and community service projects. Pass or unsatisfactory grade
only. Prerequisite: faculty approval
HSV-100 | Introduction to the Human Service Profession | 1 credit
The purpose of this one-credit course it to provide students interested in the psychology and human service fields of study with
information on career options in the human service profession, help them identify their own skills and strengths and introduce
them to establishing their own philosophy of helping others.
HSV-310 | Service Learning | 1 to 5 credits
The student does volunteer service under supervision in a learning environment related to the helping professions. Pass or
unsatisfactory grading only.
Prerequisite: Take HSV-100 and PSY-101 or SOC-100
HSV-485 | Internship | 1 to 12 credits
The student works under supervision in an off-campus placement. Goals and requirements are determined in consultation with
faculty and internship supervisor. An internship project or applied research is required. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only.
Prerequisites: PSY 310 and consent of the instructor.
Prerequisite: Take HSV-310
HSV-490 | Senior Seminar | 3 credits
This is a capstone course for the human service major. Students will synthesize material from their course of study and integrate
it into a final senior research project. Students will also explore ethical issues in the helping professions and develop a career
portfolio.
Prerequisite: Take PSY-101, PSY-276
LDR-301 | Information and Service Economy | 2 credits
This course is the study of the economic impact and the role of information technology in the service sector. We will look at the
interplay of service quality and profitability. As the United States has moved from a manufacturing to a service economy, we
need to understand what has happened, why it has happened and how the service economy has changed the U.S. business model.
LDR-303 | Organizational Leadership | 2 credits
This course is the study of organizational leadership and the challenges presented by management in and of the service sector of
our economy. We will examine managerial functions including planning, organizing, influencing and decision making in a flatter
world forever changed by technology and the shift from the production of goods to the providing services.
LDR-305 | Consumer/Marketing Issues | 2 credits
This course is the study of marketing in the service economy. We will examine differences and challenges in promoting services
rather than manufactured goods. In addition, we will study a consumer driven business rather than a production or sales oriented
approach to business growth.
LDR-307 | Leadership for the Entrepreneur | 2 credits
This course is the study of the leadership skills needed to successfully start and manage one's own business. From the initial
organization, to the financial basics needed to operate a business, to the promotional skills needed, the course will expose
entrepreneurs to the leadership and management ideas of today's dynamic business market.
LDR-309 | Service Innovation, Design and Marketing | 2 credits
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This course is the study of the innovation, design and marketing of services. As customer demand increased innovation by
service providers, managers need to understand how to provide those innovations and exceed customer expectations through the
marketing and efficient delivery of services.
LDR-311 | Organizational Process Modeling and Project Leadership | 2 credits
This course will study the organization processes for the delivery of services by a business or organization. We will examine
various service delivery and process models. In addition, we will study leadership issues associated with service project
management.
LDR-313 | Organizational Strategic and Quality Management/Leadership | 2 credits
This course combines the leadership elements of organizational strategic planning with those of quality service management. The
current business environment, combined with the changing external environment, requires strategic management be taken to a
new, higher level. Service capacity constraints and excess demand require business leaders who can plan for flexible delivery and
remain profitable.
LDR-315 | Organization and Technology Integration | 2 credits
This course will be the capstone of the student leadership program and will combine the technology requirements with the
management elements needed for the delivery of services which consumers demand. From innovation and design, to pricing,
marketing and delivering customer-driven services, this course will integrate the technology and the process.
MLS-302 | Immunology | 4 credits
This course provides an introduction to the basic principles of immunology. Topics include immunoglobulin structure and
function, cellular and molecular immunology, types of immune reactions and immunological disorders. Emphasis is placed on
how the immune system protects individuals against infectious agents and prevents the development of abnormal cells within the
body. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take BIO-204 and BIO-320
MLS-485 | Clinical Internship | 12 to 14 credits
This senior year curriculum in clinical laboratory science is a twelve-month clinical internship to be completed at an approved
hospital. The internship begins in the summer between the junior and senior year and is completed 12 months later. Fifty-two
weeks of course work is required. Since course work in the individual areas is distributed over the period, the entire internship
must be completed to obtain credit. For purposes of registration and assessment of fees, the senior student registers for 14 hours
in the fall and spring and 12 hours in the summer for a total of 40 hours. Policies concerning the internship are determined by
each hospital where the program is offered. The student should consult the handbook developed by the hospital program for
specifics. At the successful completion of the internship as determined by the hospital-based program, the student will be granted
a Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Laboratory Science from Mount Marty College if all degree requirements have been
met. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only.
MLS-490 | Seminar | 1 credit
As a part of seminar, each student prepares a review article on a topic in biology, chemistry or medical technology of his/her
choice and presents this paper to the faculty and senior natural science majors.
Prerequisite: Take 4 courses in Biology or Chemistry
MLS-498 | Research | 1 to 4 credits
This course requires an investigation (on or off campus) of a hypothesis. The work is selected and carried out under the direction
of a biology or chemistry faculty member. It involves a literature review of the area of the endeavor and selected laboratory
experiments designed to test the hypothesis.
Prerequisite: Take 4 courses Chemistry or Biology
MSL-101 | Leadership and Personal Development | 1 credit
Make your first peer group at college one committed to performing well and enjoying the experience. Increase self-confidence
through team study and activities in basic drill, physical fitness, rappelling, leadership reaction course, first aid, making
presentations and basic marksmanship. Learn fundamental concepts of leadership in a profession in both classroom and outdoor
laboratory environments.
MSL-102 | Introduction to Tactical Leadership | 1 credit
Learn and apply principles of effective leadership. Reinforce self-confidence through participation in physically and mentally
challenging exercise with upper-division ROTC students. Develop communication skills to improve individual performance and
group interaction. Relate organizational ethical values to the effectiveness of a leader.
MSL-201 | Innovative Team Leadership | 2 credits
Learn/apply ethics-based leadership skills that develop individual abilities and contribute to the building of effective teams of
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people. Develop skills in oral presentations, writing concisely, planning events, coordination of group efforts, advanced first aid,
land navigation and basic military tactics. Learn fundamentals of ROTC's leadership assessment program.
MSL-202 | Foundations of Tactical Leadership | 2 credits
Introduction to individual and team aspects of military tactics in small unit operations. Includes use of radio communications,
making safety assessments, movement techniques, planning for team safety/security and methods of pre-execution checks.
Practical exercises with upper-division ROTC students. Learn techniques for training others as an aspect of continued leadership
development.
MSL-294 | ROTC Summer Leadership Internship | 4 credits
Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain
practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the
instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.
MSL-301 | Adaptive Team Leadership | 3 credits
Series of practical opportunities to lead small groups, receive personal assessments and encouragement, and lead again in
situations of increasing complexity. Uses small unit tactics and opportunities to plan and conduct training for lower division
students both to develop such skills and as vehicles for practicing leadership. Co-requisite: MSL 301L
MSL-302 | Leadership in Changing Environments | 3 credits
Continues methodology of MSL 301. Analyze tasks; prepare written or oral guidance for team members to accomplish tasks.
Delegate tasks and supervise. Plan for and adapt to the unexpected in organizations under stress. Examine and apply lessons from
leadership case studies. Examine importance of ethical decision making in setting a positive climate that enhances team
performance. Co-requisite: MSL 302L
Prerequisite: Take MSL-301
MSL-401 | Developing Adaptive Leaders | 3 credits
Introduces formal management skills including problem analysis, planning techniques and the delegation and control of
activities, providing an understanding of the command and staff organization used in the modern Army and creating a forum for
discussing professional and ethical decisions faced by commissioned officers. Co-requisite: MSL 401L
MSL-402 | Leadership in a Complex World | 3 credits
Provides information for transition to active or reserve commissioned service, developing administrative controls essential in
managing a military organization, introducing the management of financial and personal affairs, and allowing time for discussion
and analysis of the ethical decision-making process. Co-requisite: MSL 402L
MSL-494 | Leadership Development and Assessment | 4 credits
Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain
practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the
instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.
MTH-099 | Introduction to Algebra | 4 credits
Students will review computations with whole numbers, integers and rational numbers; simplifying algebraic expressions; solve
and graphing linear equations and inequalities; one variable practical applications; basic geometric concepts to include perimeter
and area of basic figures; systems of linear equations; computations with polynomials, rational expressions and radicals. This
course is offered without elective credit as a service to the student who needs to study basic mathematical concepts as a
preparation for MTH 150. This course should not be taken by a student who has had Algebra I or Algebra II on the secondary
level. Credits may not be applied toward graduation requirements.
MTH-115 | Geometry I | 1 credit
This course provides an introduction to Euclidean and computational geometry. This course will include areas, volumes and
surface areas, angles, constructions, deductive proofs and elementary trigonometry. (offered via independent study)
MTH-116 | Geometry II | 1 credit
This course provides an introduction to Euclidean and computational geometry. The course will include geometric figures,
constructions and deductive proofs. (offered via independent study)
MTH-125 | Elementary Applications in Mathematics | 3 credits
This course includes statistics, probability, logic, personal finance, algebra and elementary topics in mathematics.
MTH-150 | College Algebra | 4 credits
This course includes first degree equations and inequalities in one variable; irrational and complex numbers; quadratic equations
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and inequalities; functions and graphs; exponential, logarithmic and special functions; systems of equations; sequences and
series.
MTH-180 | Precalculus | 4 credits
This course includes basics of college algebra, trigonometry and analytic geometry. This course is designed for a student who has
completed two years of high school algebra but has not had trigonometry and/or analytic geometry.
Prerequisite: Take MTH-150
MTH-205 | Discrete Mathematics | 3 credits
This course introduces mathematical structures and their applications to computer science. Topics include: counting techniques,
mathematical logic, set theory, Boolean algebra, graph theory and the application of algebraic structures to computer design.
Prerequisite: Take MTH-150
MTH-209 | Calculus I | 4 credits
This course is on an elementary introduction to most of the basic material of calculus: functions and limits, derivatives, direction
fields, antiderivatives, trigonometric functions, integrals and areas of regions in the plane. The course is designed for the student
who needs the basic topics for physics, chemistry, biology, business and engineering courses.
Prerequisite: Take MTH-180
MTH-210 | Calculus II | 4 credits
This course continues with a deepening of the material of Calculus I. Topics include: applications of the definite integral,
transcendental functions, techniques of integration, polar coordinates and analytic geometry, indeterminate forms, improper
integrals, lower order Taylor polynomials and infinite series.
Prerequisite: Take MTH-209
MTH-219 | Elementary Statistics | 4 credits
This course offers the basic concepts of statistics and their practical application. Topics include: frequency distributions,
measures of central tendency, measures of dispersion, normal distribution, correlation, regression, prediction and inferential
statistics.
MTH-270 | Mathematical Modeling | 1 credit
This course attempts to involve a student in the creative and early design aspects of problem formulation and solution. Case
studies using real-world and contrived problems will be presented to demonstrate that modeling is a fundamental part of the
general scientific method and is especially important in applied mathematics.
MTH-303 | Non-Euclidean Geometry | 1 credit
This course is an extension of geometry into non-Euclidean forms.
MTH-311 | Calculus III | 4 credits
This course is a continuation of the calculus sequence. Topics include: vector calculus, functions of several variables, higher level
partials and applications, double integrals and multiple integrals.
Prerequisite: Take MTH-210
MTH-315 | Probability with Case Studies | 4 credits
An introduction to general probability rules including Bayes Theorem, single and multivariable probability distributions and their
properties.
Prerequisite: Take MTH-210
MTH-355 | Linear Algebra | 4 credits
In this course students will learn Gaussian elimination, vector spaces and subspaces, orthogonal projections and least squares
fitting of data, the pseudoinverse, determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors.
MTH-375 | Methods in Numerical Analysis | 3 credits
In this course students will learn solution of nonlinear equations, interpolating polynomials, numerical integration, numerical
differentiation, method of undetermined coefficients, numerical solution of ordinary differential equations, sets of equations and
boundary value problems.
Prerequisite: Take MTH-210
MTH-430 | Differential Equations | 3 credits
Students will study of the fundamental methods of solving ordinary differential equations and their applications.
Prerequisite: Take MTH-210
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MTH-455 | Abstract Algebra | 4 credits
In this course, students will learn rings, sets, integral domains, properties of the integers, fields and the rational numbers, real and
complex numbers, groups and polynomials.
MTH-490 | Seminar | 2 credits
Students will learn contemporary mathematics, research readings, creative work in major area. This is the terminal course for
mathematics majors.
MUS-100 | Music Theory | 3 credits
This is an integrated course in basic musicianship approached through the four common elements151duration, pitch, timbre and
amplitude. Study of music fundamentals (great staff notation, key signatures and meters, accidentals, clefs), ear-training, sightreading,
functional keyboard, rhythmic and melodic dictation intervals, basic scales, major and minor triads. Non-majors must
consult with instructor prior to registration.
MUS-101 | Music Theory | 3 credits
A continuation of MUS 100. Deals with structure of doubling, spacing and voice leading, phrase structure and cadences,
harmonic progressions, technocracies of harmonization and non-harmonic tones. Further study of ear-training, sight-reading,
rhythmic and melodic dictation and keyboard harmony.
Prerequisite: Take MUS-100
MUS-124 | Recruitment Choir | 1 credit
Recruitment Choir is by audition only. This is a highly select ensemble that relies not only on strong musicality but a good work
ethic and exceptionally positive attitude. Our primary goal is to entertain and recruit potential students.
MUS-125 | Music Appreciation | 3 credits
This introductory overview music course exposes students to the great composers, compositions and musical trends of the past
400 years. Historical events and cultural trends that influenced the composers and music will also be examined. Composers and
music include (but are not limited to) Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Verdi, Wagner, Stravinsky, Gershwin - baroque to the
modern era.
MUS-126 | Chamber Choir | 1 credit
Chamber Choir is by audition only. This select ensemble of 30-40, is meant for the student looking for a more focused and
challenging choral experience. Repertoire ranges from all periods and/or genres of music.
MUS-127 | Mixed Chorus | 1 credit
Mixed Chorus is open to all students. No audition is required. Voice placements, to determine your voice type (Soprano, Alto,
Tenor, Bass) are held the first week of classes. Repertoire ranges from all periods and/or genres of music.
MUS-128 | Concert Band | 1 credit
This group is open to all college students playing band instruments. The Concert Band meets twice a week for one-hour
rehearsals. The group performs one major concert each semester. The MMC Jazz Band and Pep Band are comprised of musicians
from the Concert Band.
MUS-142 | Voice Class | 1 credit
This is an introductory-level course in vocal technique designed for students with no previous vocal-music experience. Students
will learn the fundamentals of vocal technique. Topics covered in this course include musical notation, introductory sightsinging,
and vocal health.
MUS-160 | Piano | 1 to 2 credits
This course consists of individual piano instruction. Students will develop their technical and interpretive skills through the study
of selected pieces throughout the semester.
MUS-162 | Voice | 1 to 2 credits
This course consists of individual voice instruction. Students will develop their technical and interpretive skills through the study
of selected pieces throughout the semester.
MUS-164 | Organ | 1 to 2 credits
This course covers organ technique (manual and pedal) and various periods and genres of literature. Material covered is
determined by the level of each student: beginner, intermediate, or advanced.
MUS-166 | Woodwinds | 1 to 2 credits
This is a weekly half-hour individual lesson on a woodwind instrument. The lesson is a combination of scales, technique, solo,
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and band music.
MUS-168 | Brass | 1 to 2 credits
This is a weekly half-hour individual lesson on a brass instrument. The lesson is a combination of scales, technique, solo, and
band music.
MUS-170 | Percussion | 1 to 2 credits
This is a weekly half-hour individual lesson on percussion instruments. The lesson can be a combination of technique, solo, and
band music. These lessons are primarily on snare drum, timpani, trap set, and xylophone.
MUS-200 | Music Theory | 3 credits
This course is a continuation of MUS 101. Students will study modulation, seventh, ninth chords, augmented sixth chords and
altered chords. Advanced study of ear-training, sight-reading, rhythmic and melodic dictation and keyboard harmony.
Prerequisite: Take MUS-101
MUS-201 | Music Theory | 3 credits
This course is a study of musical structure from the phrase through large forms. Student will concentrate on music of common
practice period.
Prerequisite: Take MUS-200
MUS-202 | World of Music: Jazz and Popular Music | 2 credits
This course is an introduction to music listening. Course headings are: Jazz and Popular Music, The American Musical,
American Folk Music and American Women Composers.
MUS-203 | World of Music: The American Musical | 2 credits
This course is an introduction to music listening. Course headings are: Jazz and Popular Music, The American Musical,
American Folk Music and American Women Composers.
MUS-204 | World of Music: American Folk Music | 2 credits
This course is an introduction to music listening. Course headings are: Jazz and Popular Music, The American Musical,
American Folk Music and American Women Composers.
MUS-205 | World of Music: American Women Composers | 2 credits
This course is an introduction to music listening. Course headings are: Jazz and Popular Music, The American Musical,
American Folk Music and American Women Composers.
MUS-300 | History of Music | 3 credits
This course is a study of Western music in its evolution from pre-plainchant sources through the Baroque period. Emphasis is
given to the music through a study of its written and aural forms and the cultural context from which it was generated. Students
are thus enabled to recognize the stylistic features and performance practices of each major epoch in the history of music.
MUS-301 | History of Music | 3 credits
This course is a continuation of MUS 300 extending from the pre-Classic period through the Modern eras.
Prerequisite: Take MUS-300
MUS-308 | Instrumental Conducting | 2 credits
This course is designed for the beginning conductor. Students will focus on the rudiments of conducting, knowledge of
instrumental groups, vocabulary and instrument transposition. It provides the student with conducting experiences.
MUS-309 | Choral Conducting | 2 credits
Choral Conducting focuses on the rudiments of conducting, rehearsal techniques and familiarity with gestural vocabulary and
techniques. Analytical skills such as listening, writing and score preparation will also be used. Students should have a working
knowledge of music theory and music history, complemented by advanced private study, to have success in this course. It
provides the student podium time with an ensemble.
MUS-311 | Stringed Instrument Methods | 1 credit
This course is bases on methodologies of teaching stringed instruments.
MUS-312 | Woodwind Instrument Methods | 1 credit
This course is bases on methodologies of teaching woodwind instruments.
MUS-313 | Brass Instrument Methods | 1 credit
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This course is bases on methodologies of teaching brass instruments.
MUS-314 | Percussion Instrument Methods | 1 credit
This course is bases on methodologies of teaching percussion instruments.
MUS-315 | Elementary School Music Methods | 2 credits
Students will explore and development basic skills in musicianship needed to teach music in the elementary school with exposure
to Orff-Kodaly and Dalcroze methods in this course.
MUS-329 | Liturgical Music | 2 credits
This liturgical music course is a survey of the church music from the roots of the Jewish temple traditions to the twentieth century
practices of the Christian Church. While the students will focus on the practices of the Roman Catholic Church, the different
protestant church music traditions will also be discussed. The objective is to get a clear historical perspective of tradition and
practice and a clear vision of the future.
MUS-330 | Contemporary Liturgical Music | 2 to 4 credits
Students will study the music of sacred worship from the standpoint of the choir director and/or organist. This course is designed
to train musicians for positions of leadership in church music. If offers investigation of contemporary sacred music repertoire.
MUS-331 | Hymnody | 2 credits
Hymnody is a survey class that includes a study of the Book of Psalms, Gregorian hymnody and plainsong and Christian
hymnody through the ages. While this class is meant for music majors interested in church music, this class would also be helpful
for those interested in ministry in the church.
MUS-420 | Recital and Research | 1 credit
With this course the student will do a public performance of a major recital and preparation of a paper involving stylistic analysis
of the works performed for the recital. Students preparing a recital must schedule a pre-recital "hearing" in front of the music
faculty two to four weeks before the scheduled performance date.
MUS-451 | Methods of Teaching Music | 2 credits
With this course the student will do a survey and study of the materials for and methods of teaching secondary school music
including instrumental and vocal music, performance and nonperformance groups. Students will also observe in schools.
MUS-485 | Internship | 1 to 16 credits
This course offers experiences in areas of music such as music therapy, concert management, music industry (business), music
librarianship, church music ministry and instrumental tuning and/or repair. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only. Prerequisites:
Music majors only and consent of music faculty.
NSG-190 | Introduction to Nursing as Profession I | 6 credits
The student will explore nursing theory, nursing process and nursing roles and functions within the context of nursing practice.
The course provides an overview of nursing care of the individual across the life span. The concept of self-awareness is explored
and developed as the student begins socialization into practical nursing. The family and community be explored, but focus of
course content is on the individual.
NSG-192 | Introduction to Nursing Profession II | 8 credits
Students begin application of nursing theory and the nursing process in the clinical setting. Principles of pharmacology and a
basic understanding of the pharmacological interventions as they apply to each body system are also introduced as integrated
content. Emphasis focuses on health, basic human needs, adaptation to maintain homeostasis with a focus on the geriatric client.
Student outcomes are evaluated through clinical experience and evaluative process, written nursing care plans and comprehensive
exams, class participation and discussion, a reaction paper and laboratory competencies. Prerequisite: NSG-190
Prerequisite: Take NSG-190
NSG-202 | Medical Terminology | 2 credits
This course focuses on the study of basic medical terminology. Prefixes, suffixes, word roots, combining forms, special endings,
plural forms, abbreviations and symbols are included in the content. A word-building system that provides the opportunity to
decipher unfamiliar terms will be utilized. Emphasis is placed on spelling, definition and usage.
NSG-203 | Nursing III: Childbearing Family | 4 credits
The student develops skills needed to provide holistic nursing care for healthy childbearing families within the scope of LPN
practice. The goal of this course is to promote student understanding of nursing care for newborns, pregnant women and families
during the childbearing year.
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NSG-204 | Nursing IV: Pediatrics | 4 credits
This course is designed to integrate and demonstrate nursing care of the pediatric client within the scope of practical nursing
education. The goal of this course is to promote student understanding of nursing care for infants, children and adolescents. A
focused assessment of child development and of specific pediatric (acute and chronic) conditions is integrated throughout the
course and clinical experiences.
NSG-205 | Nursing V: Mental Health | 4 credits
This course is designed to integrate and demonstrate nursing care of the psychiatric mental health client within the scope of
practical nursing education. The goal of this course is to promote student understanding of therapeutic nursing care across the
treatment continuum.
NSG-206 | Role and Responsibilities of the LPN | 1 credit
This is a one hour course which includes nursing theory and interactive review. This course is designed to identify the role and
responsibilities of the LPN and the nursing care of clients within the scope of practical nursing education. This course will also
review strategies in taking NCLEX-PN examination, which will assist students in being successful on the national practical
nursing licensing examination.
NSG-210 | Basic Nutrition | 1 credit
This course will be a study of basic nutrition, including essential food nutrients, dietary sources and their utilization by the body.
The course will serve as a foundation for understanding therapeutic diets and nutrition necessary to support general health and
well-being.
NSG-240 | Lakota Medical and Cultural Experience | 1 credit
This course engages the student in an intensive trip to Mission, South Dakota and the Rosebud Reservation to study the culture,
examine issues surrounding poor medical access, poverty, oppression and offer medical and general mission services to the
aggregate population. On campus and/or online classes will be held weekly in preparation for the experience. A final reflection of
the course and experience will be submitted after the trip.
NSG-281 | Pharmacology for Nurses | 2 credits
The student will learn principles of basic pharmacology necessary for safe administration of medication to patients. The student
will be introduced to how drugs act in humans, common classifications of drugs, their use in treating health conditions, adverse
side effects that may occur and precautions that need to be considered during administration. Information learned in this course
will be foundational for the integration of knowledge of pharmacology in junior and senior level nursing courses.
NSG-290 | Introduction to Nursing as a Profession I | 4 credits
The student will explore nursing theory, nursing process and nursing roles and functions within the context of professional
nursing practice. The course provides an overview of nursing care of the individual across the life span. The concept of selfawareness
is explored and developed as the student begins socialization into the nursing profession. The family and community
will begin to be examined, but focus of course content is on the elderly client. Open to non-majors with consent of Nursing
Program Director. Co-requisite or completion of CHM 102, BIO 203, BIO 221, MTH 150, PSY 101, PSY 165, NSG 352 and
SOC 100
NSG-292 | Introduction to Nursing as a Profession II | 6 credits
This course is a continuation of NSG 290. Students will begin application of nursing theory and the nursing process in the clinical
setting. Principles of Pharmacology and a basic understanding of pharmacological interventions as they apply to each body
system are also introduced as integrated content. Emphasis focuses on health, basic human needs and adaptation to maintain
homeostasis as well as continued focus on the geriatric client. Student outcomes are evaluated through a clinical experience and
evaluative process, written nursing care plans and comprehensive exams, class participation and discussion, a reaction paper and
laboratory competencies. Co-requisite: NSG 354
Prerequisite: Take NSG-290, BIO-203, BIO-221, CHM-102, MTH-150, PSY-101, PSY-165 and SOC-100
NSG-295 | Transition into Baccalaureate Nursing | 2 credits
Student will read and respond to issues related to various levels of nursing and to professional nursing in this course. Students
will participate in verbal communication as a member of a reflective group. Students demonstrate critical thinking about
professional data, defines and responds to client risk factors and plans corresponding therapeutic nursing intervention. Students
will utilize his or her clinical life experiences to demonstrate course competencies. Achievement of course outcomes requires
participation in individual and group discussion of professional issues, use of critical thinking for professional decision making
and use of professional written communication, as well as electronic search and communication. Prerequisites: RN or LPN
licensure and consent of the Program Director.
NSG-311 | The Childbearing Family | 5 credits
Students will develop skills needed to provide holistic nursing care for healthy childbearing families and for women with selected
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women's health issues in the classroom. Students explore the physiologic, psychological and developmental stressors experienced
by childbearing families. Students employ critical thinking to identify health risk factors and to select nursing interventions and
communication to help individuals and the family adapt. Students evaluate social, cultural and societal issues that affect women's
health and childbearing. Medication administration during the peri-natal period is addressed. Clinical experiences are in a variety
of settings. Assessment of outcomes includes evaluation of clinical competencies, tests and written assignments.
Prerequisite: Take NSG-210, 281, 290, 292, 352, 354
NSG-321 | Mental Health Nursing | 5 credits
Students will demonstrate proficiency in use of self as a therapeutic tool to assist individuals and families to maintain or improve
mental health. Emphasis is on analysis of psychological and developmental stressors related to maladaptive functioning and on
concepts of major psychological theorists. Student will demonstrate professional growth through self-awareness by writing a
weekly journal and contributing to clinical conferences. The nursing process is utilized to meet the mental health needs of clients
during clinical experience in both hospital and community settings. Students will demonstrate understanding and application of
psychopharmacology. Critical thinking, communication and therapeutic nursing interventions are evaluated for successful course
completion. Assessment will also include exams and written assignments.
Prerequisite: Take NSG-210, NSG-281, NSG-292, NSG-354
NSG-331 | Nursing of Adults and Children | 6 credits
Students will develop skills needed to provide holistic nursing care for children and adults in this course. The knowledge base is
the anatomy and physiology of body systems and includes clinical manifestations of dysfunction in the system, assessment of the
body system, diagnostic procedures and medical and surgical interventions applicable to disorders of that system. Nursing care is
then understood as it relates to consequences of biopsychosocial changes in the individual. Pharmacology is integrated
throughout study of pathology and nursing. The opportunity to coordinate nursing theory and practice is provided in acute care
settings, clinics and community settings. Assessment of student learning includes evaluation of clinical competencies and
understanding, tests and written assignments.
Prerequisite: Take NSG-210, NSG-281, NSG-290, NSG-292, NSG-352, NSG-354
NSG-332 | Nursing of Adults and Children | 6 credits
This course is a continuation of NSG 331 and relates to specific nursing diagnoses not previously addressed. Nursing theory and
practice is developed, founded on anatomy and physiology of body systems, clinical manifestations of dysfunction in the system,
assessment of the body system, diagnostic procedures, pharmacologic interventions and medical and surgical interventions, in
relation to biopsychosocial changes. Assessment of student outcomes is carried out with evaluation of clinical competencies and
understanding, tests and written assignments.
Prerequisite: Take NSG-210, NSG-281, NSG-292, NSG-331 and NSG-354
NSG-352 | Health Assessment I | 1 credit
Students will develop skills needed to gather data in an organized, systematic way in this course. Students identify actual or
potential health problems and assists the client in maintaining an optimal level of wellness through integration of theory and
skills, including interviewing and physical assessment. Assessment of these learning outcomes includes evaluation of return
demonstrations and tests. Prerequisite or concurrent enrollment: NSG 290 and BIO 203 (or equivalent anatomy and physiology
courses). Prerequisites for LPN-BSN Completion student: LPN licensure and consent of Program Director. (This course is open
to licensed nurses not enrolled in the nursing program.)
NSG-354 | Health Assessment II | 1 credit
This course is a continuation of NSG 352, Health Assessment I. Prerequisites for LPN-BSN Completion student: LPN licensure
and consent of Program Director. (This course is open to licensed nurses not enrolled in the nursing program.)
Prerequisite: Take NSG-352
NSG-382 | Nursing Research I | 1 credit
Students will develop an understanding of the critique and utilization of nursing research in this course. Quantitative research
principles are introduced and students come to understand the application of nursing research in their practice in various clinical
settings.
Prerequisite: Take NSG-210, NSG-281, NSG-290, NSG-292, NSG-352, NSG-354
NSG-384 | Nursing Research II | 1 credit
This course is a continuation of NSG 382 and builds upon it. Qualitative research principles are introduced. Commonalities of
quantitative and qualitative research will be explored. Students will employ critical thinking to evaluate the merit of nursing
research studies, evidenced through the composition of papers, presentations and exams. Students will develop further
understanding of the critique and utilization of nursing research and the application of nursing research in various clinical
settings.
Prerequisite: Take NSG-210, NSG-281, NSG-292, NSG-354, NSG-382
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NSG-450 | Professional Issues | 1 credit
Students will develop professional skills to begin a nursing career in this course. Content includes considering the impact of
education of nurses in relation to that of other healthcare professionals, the political environment, legal issues, educational
preparation issues, technology issues and licensure requirements and responsibilities for nurses. Students explore their career
options and discuss plans for the initial years of their working career.
Prerequisite: Take NSG-210, 281, 292, 311, 332, 354, 384
NSG-471 | Community Health Nursing | 6 credits
Students will be prepared to demonstrate an understanding of community based care in this course. Student learning is based
upon population-focused study that considers individuals, families, groups and communities. The student will utilize the concepts
of self-awareness, the nursing process and therapeutic communication to meet basic human needs. Cultural backgrounds will be
explored as the student works with clients of diverse lifestyles and backgrounds in a variety of community settings.
Pharmacology is addressed in relation to the nursing needs of individuals and groups. Assessment of learning outcomes will be
based upon assignments such as a health education project, participation in health screening activity, management of a
community health project and written course examinations.
Prerequisite: Take NSG-210, 281, 354, 384
NSG-480 | Nursing Management | 6 credits
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the healthcare environment and the impact it has on the role of the nurse manager
and provision of nursing care in this course. The student applies principles of leadership and management in care of clients in a
variety of clinical settings. The student utilizes critical thinking skills and understanding of group dynamics as he or she
addresses situations and problems and makes decisions within the practice of nursing. Particular attention is paid to medication
administration in the role of manager. Assessment of these outcomes includes examinations, presentations, conferences, a
geriatric assessment, a change project, a log of daily activities and clinical evaluations.
Prerequisite: Take NSG-292, 311, 321, 331, 332, 384 or equivalents andall required related courses.
NSG-482 | Health Care Ethics | 1 credit
Students will explore contemporary ethical issues in healthcare and factors that influence the ethical decision making process in
this course. Students utilize ethical norms and principles as well as critical thinking skills in examining situations, problems
and/or concerns. Students will articulate an ethical position in relation to a variety of healthcare issues. Assessment of these
outcomes includes class participation, examinations and a written paper on an ethical topic. Prerequisite: Senior level nursing or
consent of instructor
NSG-488 | Critical Care Nursing | 4 credits
Students will synthesize assessment data and knowledge used in nursing intervention and management of clients with multisystem
life-threatening conditions in this course. A variety of critical care and emergency clinical sites will be utilized to provide
the student with the opportunity to participate in patient care. Assessment of these outcomes includes the student's documentation
of his or her clinical experience according to course specific criteria and written course exams. Prerequisites: NSG 210, NSG
281, NSG 290, NSG 292, NSG 311, NSG 321, NSG 331, NSG 332, NSG 352, NSG 354, NSG 382 and NSG 384 or equivalents
and all required related courses.
Prerequisite: Take NSG-290, NSG-292, NSG-311, NSG-321, NSG-331, NSG-332,NSG-350 NSG-382 NSG-384
PED-100 | Introduction to Physical Education | 2 credits
This course is an orientation to the history, philosophy, goals and objectives of physical education.
PED-101 | Life Long Wellness | 1 credit
Students will develop an understanding of lifestyle choices that promote a healthy mind and body. Specifically, students will be
able to recognize the life-long benefit of mental and physical wellness practices and develop lifestyle goals and strategies that
will increase or maintain positive levels of health.
PED-108 | Varsity Sports | 1 credit
PED 108 through 408 involves regular and systematic participation and competition in intercollegiate sport. Student-athletes that
compete and use eligibility, according to NAIA standards, are eligible for this course during the semester that their sport ends its
regular season of competition. An injury that ends the competition of the student-athlete before eligibility is used would still be
eligible for all points possible providing he/she stays part of the team and fulfills all requirements. The course will have lectures,
guest lectures, and field experience through the head coach of the athletic sports at Mount Marty College.
PED-130 | Human Anatomy and Physiology | 4 credits
In this course, students will compare and examine human organ systems structures and their function. Students will also identify
cells in slides of specific human systems.
PED-133 | Gymnastics/Tumbling | 1 credit
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This course is an introduction to basic gymnastics equipment, routines and safety considerations. Study and practice of the
fundamental skills, techniques and safety involved in tumbling and matwork are addressed.
PED-135 | Dance | 1 credit
This course is the study of the historical development of dance and its transition to contemporary society through participation in
selected dances of foreign countries and the United States.
PED-200 | Principles of Coaching | 1 credit
This course is a general overview of the fundamentals and principles of coaching. This course serves as a basis for the other
theory of coaching courses.
PED-208 | Varsity Sports | 1 credit
PED 108 through 408 involves regular and systematic participation and competition in intercollegiate sport. Student-athletes that
compete and use eligibility, according to NAIA standards, are eligible for this course during the semester that their sport ends its
regular season of competition. An injury that ends the competition of the student-athlete before eligibility is used would still be
eligible for all points possible providing he/she stays part of the team and fulfills all requirements. The course will have lectures,
guest lectures, and field experience through the head coach of the athletic sports at Mount Marty College.
Prerequisite: Take PED-108
PED-211 | Individual/Dual Sports I | 1 credit
This course is the study and teaching of the fundamental skills, techniques, strategy and rules for activities common to middle
school and high school physical education programs. Specific activities include badminton, bowling and racquetball.
PED-212 | Individual/Dual Sports II | 1 credit
This course is the study and teaching of the fundamental skills, techniques, strategy and rules for activities common to middle
school and high school physical education programs. Specific activities include archery, golf and tennis.
PED-213 | Team Sports I | 1 credit
This course is the study and teaching of the fundamental skills, techniques, strategy and rules for activities common to middle
school and high school physical education programs. Specific activities include soccer, flag football and basketball.
PED-214 | Team Sports II | 1 credit
This course is the study and teching of the fundamental skills, techniques, strategy and rules for activities common to middle
school and high school physical education programs. Specific activities include volleyball, softball and hockey.
PED-215 | Sports Officiating | 2 credits
This course includes a study of rules and mechanics of officiating for the sports of football, volleyball, basketball, track and field
and baseball.
PED-217 | First Aid & CPR | 2 credits
This course is based on American Red Cross Adult, Child, and Infant CPR/AED and Standard First Aid requirements. Student
will have the option to become A.R.C. certified upon completion of the course.
PED-225 | Fitness-Wellness | 2 credits
This course is an introduction to the basic concept of wellness and will offer the students experience related to cardiorespiratory
endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility and body composition. Other activities include assessment of fitness and
various exercise routines, stress reduction, disease prevention and program design. Labs and field trips complement classroom
instruction.
PED-226 | Strength Training and Conditioning | 2 credits
The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the principles, techniques and physiology behind strength training.
Various topics relating to strength and resistance training will be discussed in detail including energy expenditure power,
specificity, free vs. machine weights and the design of resistance programs. The goal is to provide students with theoretical and
practical knowledge to design and supervise strength and conditioning programs for various populations.
PED-230 | Human Anatomy and Physiology | 4 credits
This course is a study of the structure and function of the human body emphasizing the body systems that maintain the human
body. Importance is placed on broad, general anatomical and physiological principles as they apply to structure and function of
the human body.
Prerequisite: Take BIO-103 or BIO-106
PED-308 | Varsity Sports | 1 credit
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PED 108 through 408 involves regular and systematic participation and competition in intercollegiate sport. Student-athletes that
compete and use eligibility, according to NAIA standards, are eligible for this course during the semester that their sport ends its
regular season of competition. An injury that ends the competition of the student-athlete before eligibility is used would still be
eligible for all points possible providing he/she stays part of the team and fulfills all requirements. The course will have lectures,
guest lectures, and field experience through the head coach of the athletic sports at Mount Marty College.
Prerequisite: Take PED-208
PED-315 | Elementary Methods of Physical Education | 2 credits
This course is an introduction to the principles of teaching and evaluating the physical and health development of elementary
school children (K-8). Lesson planning, curriculum development and supervision of the physical education program are covered.
PED-330 | Field Experience in Coaching | 1 credit
This course involves a field experience in coaching gained by working with a sports team under the supervision of department
faculty and the coaching staff of the high school, junior high school or approved club sport. It is recommended for students to
take coaching theory course in the field experience sport.
Prerequisite: Take PED-200
PED-350 | Principles of Health | 3 credits
This course is the study of current health problems and the formation of a philosophy of health based upon an understanding of
the human organism and the individual's responsibility to community health.
PED-353 | Biomechanics | 3 credits
This course is an analytic and synthetic study of body movements. Biomechanics and anatomical kinesiology are emphasized in
lecture, discussion and lab.
Prerequisite: Take PED-230
PED-382 | Adapted Physical Education | 2 credits
This course is a study of the principles and programming necessary to meet the unique needs of individuals who are limited or
restricted, in their locomotor activity. Particular attention to programming for individuals affected by cognitive disabilities is
given.
PED-408 | Varsity Sports | 1 credit
PED 108 through 408 involves regular and systematic participation and competition in intercollegiate sport. Student-athletes that
compete and use eligibility, according to NAIA standards, are eligible for this course during the semester that their sport ends its
regular season of competition. An injury that ends the competition of the student-athlete before eligibility is used would still be
eligible for all points possible providing he/she stays part of the team and fulfills all requirements. The course will have lectures,
guest lectures, and field experience through the head coach of the athletic sports at Mount Marty College.
Prerequisite: Take PED-308
PED-440 | Organization and Administration of Physical Education/Athletic Programs | 2 credits
This course is the study of organization and management theory and practice as it relates to physical education, sports and the
fitness industry. Emphasis will primarily be on elementary and secondary programs with consideration for special populations
and the fitness fields. Students will be introduced to the practical application of theory as it relates to managing personnel and
programs.
PED-450 | Exercise Physiology | 3 credits
In this course lecture, discussion and laboratory will revolve around the effects of physical activity on neuromuscular,
cardiorespiratory and metabolic control mechanisms. Laboratories will demonstrate current applications in exercise testing.
Prerequisite: Take PED-230
PED-451 | Secondary Health/Physical Ed Methods | 2 credits
This course is an introduction to the principles of teaching and evaluation for grades 6-12. Curriculum developments, class
organization, lesson planning and guidelines for establishing a health and physical education program are covered. A unit on
methods for measuring and evaluation unique to physical activities is included.
Prerequisite: Take PED-100
PED-470 | Coaching of Basketball | 1 credit
This course is a general overview of basketball coaching in the secondary school with emphasis on the fundamental aspects of
coaching.
Prerequisite: Take PED-200
PED-471 | Coaching of Football | 1 credit
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This course is a general overview of football coaching in the secondary school with emphasis on the fundamental aspects of
coaching.
Prerequisite: Take PED-200
PED-472 | Coaching of Baseball/Softball | 1 credit
This course is a general overview of baseball and softball coaching in the secondary school with emphasis on the fundamental
aspects of coaching.
Prerequisite: Take PED-200
PED-473 | Coaching of Track/Field & Cross Country | 1 credit
This course is a general overview of track and field and cross country coaching in the secondary school with emphasis on the
fundamental aspects of coaching.
Prerequisite: Take PED-200
PED-475 | Coaching of Volleyball | 1 credit
This course is a general overview of volleyball coaching in the secondary school with emphasis on the fundamental aspects of
coaching.
Prerequisite: Take PED-200
PED-477 | Coaching of Soccer | 1 credit
This course is a general overview of soccer coaching in the secondary school with emphasis on the fundamental aspects of
coaching.
Prerequisite: Take PED-200
PED-485 | Internship | 2 to 12 credits
Students will gain professional experience on a full-time or part-time basis in areas of exercise wellness in this course. The
internship program provides practical experience in fitness/wellness industries, health promotion and/or health professions that
will prepare students for entry-level careers. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only. Prerequisite: faculty approval.
PHY-111 | Physical/ Earth Science | 4 credits
This course is an introduction to the fundamental principles of the physical sciences (physics, chemistry, and earth science). The
lecture and laboratory allow the student to understand the basic concepts of the physical sciences and then apply those concepts
in the laboratory through guided inquiry. Lecture and laboratory.
PHY-112 | Earth Science Astronomy I | 1 to 2 credits
This course is a study of how we know, as well as what we know, about the solar system. History of astronomy, earth as a planet,
the moon and the solar system. Lecture and laboratory.
PHY-113 | Earth Science Astronomy II | 1 to 2 credits
This course is a study of how we know, as well as what we know, about the universe. Suns, stars, galaxies, black holes, quasars
and the "Big Bang" theory. Lecture and laboratory.
PHY-160 | Physical Geography I | 4 credits
This course focus on a study of the basic physical features of the Earth; the influence of weather and climate on life on Earth;
Earth's relationship with the sun, moon and other planets. Lecture and laboratory. Offered at Watertown Campus only.
PHY-161 | Physical Geography II | 4 credits
This course focus on a study of the Earth and its basic physical state. Topics covered in lectures and labs include vegetation,
soils, landforms and cartography. Offered at Watertown Campus only.
PHY-221 | Principles of Physics I | 4 credits
The primary focus of this course is mechanics and sound which includes the study of kinematics, gravitation, and harmonic
motion. The lecture and laboratory allow the student to understand and apply the basic concepts of mechanics and sound through
guided inquiry. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take MTH-180 or higher
PHY-222 | Principles of Physics II | 4 credits
This course continues the study of the fundamental principles of physics by focusing on heat, electricity, magnetism, light,
relativity and nuclear physics. The lecture and laboratory allow the student to understand and apply the basic concepts of
mechanics and sound through guided inquiry. Lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take PHY-221
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POS-120 | American Government | 3 credits
This course introduces students to the American political system. Emphasis will be placed upon the Declaration of Independence
and the U.S. Constitution, the development of the federal system, the functions of major and minor political parties, the struggle
for civil liberties and civil rights, and the three branches of government.
POS-221 | State and Local Government | 3 credits
This course examines current political trends at the state and local level. Emphasis will be placed upon the position of the states
within the federal system, local and state elections, city and county governance, and the state court system.
POS-245 | Political & Social Economics | 3 credits
Students will focus on the relationship of economics to social and political issues throughout the world in this course.
POS-310 | Service Learning | 1 to 3 credits
Students will perform volunteer service under supervision in a learning environment in this course.
Prerequisite: Take POS-120 or POS-221
POS-322 | Constitutional History and Law | 3 credits
This course introduces origins and development of the Constitution and subsequent major court decisions affecting constitutional
law interpretations.
POS-346 | U.S. Diplomatic History | 3 credits
This course studies the origins and development of foreign policy from the Revolutionary Era through the Cold War period. The
course features an emphasis on the development of the U.S. in the context of world history and a study of the various
interpretations of American foreign policy.
Prerequisite: Take HIS-228 or HIS-229
POS-361 | International Relations | 3 credits
This course is a study of the interrelationships among nations. Special attention will be given to realism, idealism, and their
alternatives, the development of the modern state system, foreign policy, war and terrorism, and human rights.
POS-370 | Korean and Vietnam Wars | 3 credits
This course will focus on two of the main events of the Cold War: the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Students will study the origins
of the conflicts and focus on the role of the United States in these two events. Documentary films will be used extensively to
provide a means by which to study and interpret these events. Students will also analyze "Hollywood" interpretations of the
Vietnam War. Our goal will be to obtain an overall grasp of the significance of these events, as well as to discuss the various
interpretations of these Cold War episodes.
POS-380 | Recent America: 1932-Present | 3 credits
This course offers a study of U.S. history from the election of FDR in 1932 to the present. The Great Depression, New Deal,
World War II, Cold War and cultural developments are emphasized.
POS-485 | Internship | 3 to 12 credits
This course focused on use of political science principles in an applied setting. Students will work under supervision in an offcampus
placement. Goals and requirements are determined in consultation with faculty. Selected reading is required. Pass or
unsatisfactory grades only. Prerequisite: 9 hours POS and consent of instructor
PSY-100 | Introduction to Human Service Profession | 1 credit
The purpose of this one-credit course it to provide students interested in the psychology and human service fields of study with
information on career options in the human service profession, help them identify their own skills and strengths and introduce
them to establishing their own philosophy of helping others.
PSY-101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 credits
Introduction to psychology is an introductory survey of the general content areas of psychology.
PSY-125 | Foundations of Group Dynamics | 3 credits
Students will learn about communication and conflict in small groups, leadership skills, how groups solve problems and make
decisions, how to lead meetings and make group presentations in this course.
PSY-165 | Lifespan Development | 3 credits
Students will study the biological, psychological and social changes that occur during the periods of development from
conception through childhood, adolescence, young to late adulthood and death. Emphasis is also placed on the major challenges
and issues that affect each period of development.
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PSY-275 | Experimental Methods I | 3 credits
The logic and methodology of psychological research is described, along with the special problems concerning measurement,
research logistics, and the interpretation of research results. There is a strong emphasis on the use of computers in the design and
analysis of research. Prerequisite: PSY 101
Prerequisite: Take PSY-101
PSY-276 | Experimental Methods II | 4 credits
Advanced methods in the collection and analysis of data are presented. Various research designs and their appropriateness for
specific areas of study are reviewed. Prerequisite: PSY 275
Prerequisite: Take PSY-275
PSY-310 | Service Learning | 1 to 5 credits
The student does volunteer service under supervision in a learning environment related to the helping professions. Pass or
unsatisfactory grading only.
Prerequisite: Take PSY-100 and PSY-101
PSY-340 | Chemical Dependency and Human Behavior | 3 credits
In this course students will survey the use, abuse and addictive nature of alcohol and other mood altering drugs including the
symptomology of alcoholism and other drug addiction. Examine the nature and complexity of mood altering chemical substances
and current approaches to treatment and prevention of alcohol and other drug abuse.
Prerequisite: Take PSY-101 or PSY-165
PSY-341 | Introduction to Counseling | 3 credits
In this course students will study approaches to counseling with emphasis on gaining an understanding of basic theory concepts
utilized in the helping professions. Emphasis is also placed on developing a personal philosophy of helping or counseling.
Counseling topics explored include family issues, youth in trouble and substance abuse.
Prerequisite: Take PSY-101 or PSY-165
PSY-342 | Introduction to Alcoholism | 3 credits
This course will provide an introductory survey of alcoholism, a major public health problem in contemporary society. A review
of the physiological, psychological and social effects of alcohol consumption, theories of causation, diagnosis, treatment and
prevention of alcoholism. It will seek to form a balanced base of knowledge about a complex and controversial subject for both
professional and personal applications. This course and Chemical Dependency & Human Behavior are South Dakota
requirements for certification as a Chemical Dependency Counselor.
Prerequisite: Take PSY-101 or PSY-165
PSY-343 | Introduction to Group Counseling | 3 credits
This course provides an exploration of the approaches and process of group therapy that integrates ideas from different
perspectives of group counseling. Students will gain an understanding on group process and the skills and techniques related to
the stages of group processing and the application of group strategies to specific group counseling issues and populations.
Prerequisite: Take SOC-341
PSY-346 | Ethics for the Human Service and Chemical Dependency Professional | 3 credits
This course is an introduction to ethics and legal issues as they relate to the human service and helping professions. Basic
knowledge of ethical standards and codes, client rights and responsibilities, and legal implications are emphasized. Specific
emphasis is placed on confidentiality regulations, mandatory reporting requirements, non-discriminatory practices, addiction
issues, and technology applications.
Prerequisite: Take PSY-341
PSY-370 | Social Psychology | 3 credits
Students will do a study of how people interact and influence one another in this course. Topics include attitudes, roles,
attraction, conformity, aggression, altruism, prejudice and group dynamics.
Prerequisite: Take PSY-101 or PSY-165
PSY-372 | Personality Theory | 3 credits
Students will do a study of the different theories of personality, the measurement of personality and current research on
personality in this course.
Prerequisite: Take PSY-101 or PSY-165
PSY-374 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 credits
This course is an introductory study of behavior pathologies and predominant psychological disorders, with an emphasis on their
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causes, symptomology, diagnosis and treatment.
Prerequisite: Take PSY-101 or PSY-165
PSY-376 | Physiological Psychology | 3 credits
Students will study the relationship between physiological processes and human behavior in this course. Topics will include the
various body senses, sleep, emotions and stress, reproduction, eating and drinking.
Prerequisite: Take PSY-101 or PSY-165
PSY-382 | Memory and Cognition | 3 credits
This course covers how people extract and use relevant information from their environment to guide behavior. Also covers
memory, attention and other cognitive processes.
Prerequisite: Take PSY-101 or PSY-165
PSY-452 | Psychological Testing and Measurement | 3 credits
This course is an introduction to the theory, construction, administration and interpretation of standardized psychological tests.
Tests considered include IQ assessments, attitude surveys, personality inventories and projective techniques. The issues of
reliability, validity and standardization are also covered.
Prerequisite: Take PSY-101 or PSY-165
PSY-454 | History and Systems of Psychology | 3 credits
Students will trace the development of contemporary psychology from its early philosophical origins to the present in this course.
An emphasis is placed on the era of modern psychology (mid-1800s to the present) with discussion of current issues and
movements.
Prerequisite: Take PSY-101 or PSY-165
PSY-485 | Internship | 1 to 12 credits
The student works under supervision in an off-campus placement. Goals and requirements are determined in consultation with
faculty and internship supervisor. An internship project or applied research is required. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only.
Prerequisites: PSY 310 and consent of the instructor.
Prerequisite: Take PSY-310
PSY-490 | Senior Seminar | 3 credits
This is a capstone course for the psychology major. Students will synthesize material from their course of study and integrate it
into a final senior research project. Students will also explore ethical issues in the helping professions and develop a career
portfolio.
Prerequisite: Take PSY-101, PSY-276
PSY-498 | Senior Research | 1 credit
Students will get an opportunity to conduct a research project under the supervision of a faculty member. Travel/study is an
option.
Prerequisite: Take PSY-388
RAD-101 | Introduction to Radiologic Technology | 1 credit
This course includes an introduction to each modality of radiologic technology and a practicum whereby students complete a
minimum of 30 hours of "shadowing" under the supervision of a certified radiographer. The setting for this experience will be in
either a medical clinic or hospital.
RAD-485 | Clinical Internship | 6 to 12 credits
This internship is the junior and senior year curriculum in radiologic technology, a two-year clinical internship to be completed at
an approved hospital. Since course work in the individual areas is distributed over the period, the entire internship must be
completed to obtain credit. Policies concerning the internship are determined by each hospital where the program is offered. The
student should consult the handbook developed by the hospital program for specifics. At the successful completion of the
internship as determined by the hospital-based program, the student will be granted a Bachelor of Science Degree in Radiologic
Technology from Mount Marty College if all degree requirements have been met. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only.
REC-100 | Organization and Admin of Recreation | 2 credits
This course is an introduction of organization and administration as it is implemented in our communities, state, government
parks and society.
REC-212 | Biking and Hiking | 2 credits
This course is an introduction and study of the basic skills, equipment and safety of biking and hiking in community and park
settings. Access to a bicycle and helmet required.
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REC-214 | Skiing | 1 credit
This course is an introduction and study of the basic skills of cross-country skiing and is intended for those who do not know how
to ski.
REC-220 | Introduction to Archery | 2 credits
This course is an introduction to the sport of archery as it is implemented in an outdoor or indoor setting. We will discuss the
lifelong benefits and advantages of learning the sport of archery. Students taking this course will earn a Level 1 archery instructor
certification through USA Archery and the National Field Archery Association.
REC-222 | Community Recreation | 2 credits
This is a field and classroom study of community recreation facilities on the local level. The class will study local parks and
indoor facilities to learn the everyday organization and planning that goes into a community recreational department.
REC-224 | Park Planning and Management | 2 credits
The course will study the planning and management that goes into a community, state and federal park or private recreational
area. Examples of this would be camping units, pads, buildings and recreational equipment in parks. Budget examples will also
be studied.
REC-341 | Camping/Outdoor Recreation | 2 to 4 credits
With this course outdoor camping and recreation will offer students experience in learning and organizing a leisure camping and
fishing activity. Field experiences are part of this class.
Prerequisite: Take REC-100
REC-344 | Commercial Recreation | 2 credits
This course is designed to introduce the student to the necessary skills, technical abilities and general management of commercial
recreation.
REC-382 | Adaptive Recreation for Mentally/Physically Challenged | 2 credits
This course is the study of educating people with mental and physical disabilities in the participation of indoor and outdoor
recreation.
REC-485 | Internship | 3 to 12 credits
This course is designed for a student to have hands-on field experience while learning about recreation on a community, state and
federal level. Recreation management majors will have a learning opportunity with local and state recreational businesses. Pass
or unsatisfactory grades only.
RSP-125 | The Wisdom of Benedict | 1 credit
The student will explore the integration of his/her spiritual, emotional and physical self using the Rule of Benedict as the primary
guide. This course will allow the student to explore the heritage of Benedictine values and to discover its use as a guide for
individual and communal life. Throughout the class there will be opportunities to share the common heritage of Catholic
teachings and to explore how those teachings impact the development of an individual who is "fully human and fully alive."
RSP-126 | Critical Thinking in Ethics | 3 credits
This course aims at teaching students to be able to 1) identify, formulate and evaluate arguments, 2) identify the nature of ethics
and how ethics impacts and is impacted by religion and human intuition, 3) construct a logically correct ethical argument and 4)
identify the details of several contemporary moral controversies. This course is a prerequisite for all courses in Philosophy.
RSP-150 | Introduction to Christianity | 3 credits
This introduction to Christian faith examines, in broad strokes, the development of Christian Scriptures as a faith community's
account of its continuing experience of God; understanding and articulation of this God-experience through beliefs expressed in
the Nicene creed; worship rituals for entering and deepening communion with the Christian community. Students will explore
key aspects of Christian belief and practice that Catholic and major Protestant traditions hold in common as well as major areas
of difference. . This course is a pre-requisite for any other upper-level course in Religious Studies.
RSP-203 | Philosophy of Human Nature | 3 credits
Human beings are, as far as we know, unique in the universe in their abilities to reason and act. Human uniqueness and
complexity has given arise to many different views about what humans are and how they fit into the universe. This course will
explore and evaluate different answers to questions about human nature such as: do humans have free will? What is knowledge
and what can we know? How does the mind relate to the body? Are we alone in the universe, or is there a God that created us?
What is the meaning of life?
Prerequisite: Take RSP-126
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RSP-230 | Biblical Studies | 3 credits
Using approaches of modern academic biblical study rather than literal interpretation, this course introduces students to
contemporary methods and resources for interpreting the Bible. Students will survey major themes, concepts and symbols in the
Hebrew and Christian scriptures.
Prerequisite: Take RSP-150
RSP-250 | Introduction to Old Testament Scriptures | 3 credits
This course explores the history and theology of the Hebrew and Christian Old Testament Scriptures with a special focus on the
history of Israel, their developing image of God, the role of the prophet, the rise and fall of kings and the changing understanding
of messiah. It will also investigate the role that wisdom literature played in the worship and identity of the Israelite people.
Prerequisite: Take RSP-150
RSP-260 | Acts, Letters, Revelation | 3 credits
The student will embark on a detailed historical and theological study of the epistles and the book of Acts. The intent of the
course is to trace the development of the theology of the "Jesus Movement," beginning with the apostles' early teaching in
Jerusalem, moving into the teachings of Paul, and ending with the later epistles and Revelation.
Prerequisite: Take RSP-150
RSP-270 | World Religions | 3 credits
This course studies the five major religions of the world with an emphasis on how those faith groups answer the following
questions: What is the nature of God? What is the nature of humankind? What is the fundamental problem facing humanity? How
is this problem of life overcome? What is gained by overcoming the problem? The course will use phenomenological,
comparative religion and philosophy of religion approaches as its bases for answering these questions. The course will also look
at other approaches to the study of religious ritual, practice and tradition.
Prerequisite: Take RSP-150
RSP-280 | Introduction to Theology | 3 credits
This course presents theology as a mode of faith seeking understanding. Students will examine in greater depth the experiences,
beliefs and practices essential for Christian faith. Questions to be explored include: Who or what is God? What is the relationship
of Jesus to God? What is revelation? What is meant by "grace," "sin," and "redemption?" Why should a Christian be concerned
with the world in which we live?
Prerequisite: Take RSP-150
RSP-301 | Christian Moral Theology | 3 credits
Rather than viewing morality as external rules imposed upon the Christian, this course explores Christian morality as a matter of
an interior conversion of heart accompanied by authentic and fruitful action. Through the exploration of personal experience and
theological reflection, this course will examine contemporary Christian moral life through discussion and reading of the Catholic
tradition. Among the topics examined are love, sin and the corporeal works of mercy.
Prerequisite: Take RSP-150
RSP-302 | Principles of Liturgy | 3 credits
In this course students will examine the principles and parts of the Eucharistic liturgy; the ministers within that liturgy; interplay
of the elements within liturgy such as music, visuals and movement; and an overview of the liturgical year. This course is
designed to assist any lay minister or parish member in participating and planning parish liturgy.
Prerequisite: Take RSP-150
RSP-321 | Synoptic Gospels | 3 credits
Students will explore the gospels of Mark, Matthew and Luke as "good news" of Jesus Christ in the light of modern biblical
scholarship. This approach, emphasizing historical, theological, and literary context, aims to provide students with tools to
continue reading and studying the gospels on their own.
Prerequisite: Take RSP-150
RSP-330 | Jesus the Christ | 3 credits
The main purpose of this course is to enable students to formulate an intelligent and reflective response to the gospel question,
"Who do you say that I am?" Major issues treated include: the Jesus of history and the Christ of faith; biblical Christology;
heresies and councils; contemporary approaches to the ancient Christian belief that Jesus the Christ is fully human, fully divine.
Prerequisite: Take RSP-150
RSP-332 | Symbol and Sacrament | 3 credits
Against a background of human and Christian symbol and ritual, this course examines the scriptural bases, historical
development, and contemporary theology and practice of seven ritual sacraments. The sacraments common to most Christians
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(Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist) receive major emphasis.
Prerequisite: Take RSP-150
RSP-334 | Christian Marriage and Family | 3 credits
This course is a theological reflective approach to Christian marriage and family as covenant and sacrament. Contemporary
practice and experience will be explored through historical and theological background, preparing students to understand
marriage and family in a Christian context. This course is recommended for persons in all states of life as well as those
contemplating marriage.
Prerequisite: Take RSP-150
RSP-340 | Philosophical Ethics | 3 credits
This course explores how one morally ought to live. A few of the questions asked include: what is of fundamental moral value?
What is happiness? What makes actions right and wrong? How can we know what is right and wrong? Is ethics objective? What
are moral facets? Some of these questions are introduced and discussed in the Critical Thinking in Ethics course, however this
class both goes into greater depth on those questions and explores other issues in moral theory and metaethics that are not
discussed in the prerequisite.
Prerequisite: Take RSP-126
RSP-350 | Peace and Justice | 3 credits
Students will examine the statement that human existence in the world is communal. What is the best kind of community for
human beings? What makes for justice and peace within ourselves, in society, in the world? How ought a person to act in order to
fulfill the Lord's commandment, "Love one another as I have loved you"? Some of the Church's teachings on peace and justice
will be studied.
Prerequisite: Take RSP-150
RSP-355 | Metaphysics: The Nature of Reality | 3 credits
Metaphysics deals with the following kinds of questions: What are persons - are we bodies, or are we made of souls as well?
Does God exist and if so what is God like? Does the world have to be the way it is, or could it have been different? What aspects
of reality are necessary? What is time and space? How can things change while still existing? Metaphysics essentially seeks to
understand the nature of all the fundamental aspects of the universe. Everybody has metaphysical views, and so studying
metaphysics can help us both to better understand our views and to arrive at reasonable views.
Prerequisite: Take RSP-126
RSP-360 | Religious Education | 3 credits
This course prepares students to teach religion on the elementary or secondary level. The course familiarizes students with the
content of most religion curricula and current methods and techniques of religious education.
Prerequisite: Take RSP-150
RSP-361 | History of Christianity | 3 credits
This course introduces the origins of Christianity and the subsequent history of the Christian church. The developments of
doctrines, the rise of monasticism and the impact of Christianity on world history are emphasized.
Prerequisite: Take RSP-150
RSP-381 | History of Ancient and Medieval Philosophy | 3 credits
This course examines philosophy from its origins in ancient Greece into the Christian Middle Ages. Sources studied will be
drawn from some of the most profound minds in history: the pre-Socratic philosophers, Plato, Aristotle, the Stoics, Sextus
Empiricus, St. Augustine, St. Anselm, St. Thomas Aquinas. Many of the views and institutions of the contemporary western
world are built on the ideas of these thinkers, so studying them will not only help us to find truth, but also help us to understand
our world today.
Prerequisite: Take RSP-126
RSP-382 | History of Modern and Contemporary Philosophy | 3 credits
This course examines the views of various philosophers from the Enlightenment through today. Figures studied include
Descartes, Spinoza, Leibniz, Locke, Berkeley, Hume, Kant and a selection of contemporary philosophers, for example: Frege,
Russell, Wittgenstein, Moore, Quine, Kripke, Chisholm, Lewis. These philosophers have deeply influenced our understanding of
science, God, political institutions, justice, love, knowledge, and the mind, amongst many other topics. So, studying them will not
only help us to find truth, but also help us to understand our world today.
Prerequisite: Take RSP-126
RSP-422 | Drama in the Church | 3 credits
This course is an in-depth study of Christian drama during the Medieval Period. In addition, the course will explore
contemporary practices and opportunities in drama ministry.
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RSP-424 | Ministry Practicum | 3 credits
This practicum offers field experience in a variety of areas, e.g., religious education on the elementary or secondary level, youth
ministry or pastoral care in a healthcare setting. The student will be required to work with a program or programs for a minimum
of 60 hours and to meet periodically with the instructor to evaluate his or her ministry; at least one on-site supervisor will also
evaluate the student's performance. Placements are approved and supervised by the instructor. Prerequisites: 18 credit hours in
Religious Studies courses and consent of instructor
Prerequisite: Take 18 credits from Religious Studies department
RSP-490 | Senior Research | 2 credits
Students majoring in RSP will complete a major research paper and formally presents it orally to RSP faculty and students.
Minors in religious studies make take this seminar but are not required to do so. Prerequisite: Completion of at least 75% of
course work for RSP major or minor
SOC-100 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 credits
This course is an introduction to the scientific study of human society. Students will explore a wide range of topics within a
sociological framework. Major themes include basic sociological theory, social institutions, issues related to prejudice and
discrimination, family studies, the sociology of medicine, deviance and social control and social change.
SOC-202 | Marriage and Family | 3 credits
Students will study the family as a universal institution from a social scientific point of view including cross-cultural
perspectives. Topics include the structure and functions of families, historical perspectives, dating, marriage adjustment, gender
roles, parenting, childrearing and the middle and later years of marriage.
SOC-216 | Social Gerontology | 3 credits
An examination of aging from a sociological perspective. Points for consideration include theories of aging, life course
transitions and the demography of aging.
SOC-225 | Foundations of Human Relations | 3 credits
Students will examine human relations from a sociological perspective. Topics that will be discussed include the research
methods of the sociologist, the various meanings and components of culture, the process of communication, and how
communication differs across cultures. In addition, students will explore issues that are related to sexism, racism, classism and
ageism.
SOC-230 | Sociology of Contemporary Women | 3 credits
Students will study the roles of contemporary women within a historical and theoretical context. Cross-cultural analysis and
contemporary issues will be discussed.
SOC-340 | Chemical Dependency and Human Behavior | 3 credits
In this course students will survey the use, abuse and addictive nature of alcohol and other mood altering drugs including the
symptomology of alcoholism and other drug addiction. Examine the nature and complexity of mood altering chemical substances
and current approaches to treatment and prevention of alcohol and other drug abuse.
Prerequisite: Take SOC-100, 341 and CJU-133
SOC-341 | Introduction to Counseling | 3 credits
In this course students will study approaches to counseling with emphasis on gaining an understanding of basic theory concepts
utilized in the helping professions. Emphasis is also placed on developing a personal philosophy of helping or counseling.
Counseling topics explored include family issues, youth in trouble and substance abuse.
SOC-342 | Introduction to Alcoholism | 3 credits
This course will provide an introductory survey of alcoholism, a major public health problem in contemporary society. A review
of the physiological, psychological and social effects of alcohol consumption, theories of causation, diagnosis, treatment and
prevention of alcoholism. It will seek to form a balanced base of knowledge about a complex and controversial subject for both
professional and personal applications. This course and Chemical Dependency & Human Behavior are South Dakota
requirements for certification as a Chemical Dependency Counselor.
SOC-343 | Introduction to Group Counseling | 3 credits
This course provides an exploration of the approaches and process of group therapy that integrates ideas from different
perspectives of group counseling. Students will gain an understanding of group process and the skills and techniques related to
the stages of group processing, and the application of group strategies to specific group counseling issues and populations.
Prerequisite: Take SOC-341
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SOC-350 | Sociology of Medicine | 3 credits
This course studies the delivery and practice of medicine within a sociological framework. Topics include an analysis of the sick
role, patient-practitioner relationships and epidemiological methods.
Prerequisite: Take SOC-100
SOC-360 | Minority Studies | 3 credits
This course offers a study of racial and ethnic minorities. In addition to an emphasis upon dominant-minority relations, students
will focus upon the unique experiences of Native Americans (a special emphasis will be placed upon the Native American
experience in the state of South Dakota), East and Southeast Asian Americans, Middle Eastern Americans, African Americans,
Latino/a Americans and European Americans. Students will also consider religious minorities and past and present sexual
discrimination found in the United States.
Prerequisite: Take SOC-100
SOC-377 | Human Relations Skills | 3 credits
This course is concerned with helping students develop an awareness of and understanding into the various theoretical premises
surrounding issues of diversity and multiculturalism. There is an emphasis placed on recognizing and dealing with biases,
stereotyping, power and privilege, difference and identity. Techniques to enhance interpersonal relations as well as classroom
instruction in today's multicultural classrooms are addressed. This course meets the South Dakota Human Relations requirement
for all individuals desiring to be certified to teach in South Dakota and also meets the Mount Marty College general education
requirement for human relations skills.
SOC-444 | Juvenile Justice | 3 credits
This course examines the policies, programs and services that comprise the juvenile justice system. It provides a comprehensive
overview of the processing and treatment of juvenile offenders, descriptions and definitions of offender types and the subsystems
that play a role in the care and control of juvenile delinquents.
Prerequisite: Take CJU-133 and SOC-100
SOC-480 | Sociological Theory | 3 credits
Students will study classical and contemporary sociological theory, including a survey of the major European and American
founders of the discipline.
Prerequisite: Take SOC-100
SOC-485 | Internship | 3 to 12 credits
This course offers use of sociological principles in an applied setting. The student works under supervision in an off-campus
placement. Goals and requirements are determined in consultation with faculty and field supervisor. Selected project and reading
is required as well as relating classroom learning to their intern experience. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only.
Prerequisite: Take PSY-310
SOC-498 | Independent Research | 1 to 4 credits
Students will have the opportunity to conduct a research project under the supervision of a faculty member in this course.
Travel/study is an option.
SPE-220 | Field Experience in Special Education | 1 to 2 credits
This course is designed to give students practical experience in a special education setting usually for two hours per week.
Students spend time observing, tutoring or assisting special education teachers as he/she deems appropriate. A student may enroll
in SPE 220 for additional 1-2 credit hours. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only. Prerequisite: Acceptance into teacher education
program.
SPE-260 | Psychology of the Exceptional Individual | 3 credits
This course offers an overview of physical, mental, emotional and medical exceptionalities that affect growth and development.
Etiology, characteristics and federal regulations affecting educational programming of students with disabilities are emphasized.
The IEP/ITP/IFSP process is presented and the student conducts case studies in an effort to understand each process. Special
education law is an area of concentration as is disability awareness.
SPE-261 | Behavior and Group Management | 3 credits
This course is a survey of individual and group management techniques using a variety of methods based on humanistic,
behavioral, cognitive and psychological theories. There is a special emphasis placed on understanding children with
behavioral/emotional disabilities. The course is designed to help develop and implement positive behavior management to
include interventions, strategies and supports as appropriate for an individual student. A strong emphasis is placed on special
education law and the IEP process.
Prerequisite: Take SPE-260
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SPE-270 | Interacting with Parents and Professionals | 3 credits
This course is designed to increase knowledge in the field of special education. The major emphasis of the course is to help the
pre-service teacher interact effectively with parents, professionals and students with special needs. Through case studies, students
study, discuss, share and simulate effective ways to communicate information with parents and other professionals in an
educational setting. Students will develop IEPs.
Prerequisite: Take SPE-260
SPE-291-294 | Workshops in Special Education | 1 to 4 credits
These workshops are designed specifically for in-service teachers. Topics include principles, methods, materials and techniques
of special education with emphasis on new trends, laws, methods, etc.
SPE-320 | Practicum in Special Education | 2 credits
This course offers the students experience in a special education setting and is recommended for all education majors prior to
student teaching. It involves a minimum of two weeks of full day in-school activities including observation, aiding, lesson
preparation and teaching. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the department.
SPE-360 | Assessment of Exceptional Learners | 3 credits
This course is designed to investigate a wide variety of assessment materials. Students will explore traditional as well as authentic
assessment procedures including multiple intelligence theories. Students will utilizes various forms of assessment including but
not limited to: formal, informal, standardized, non-standardized, teacher-made, authentic and portfolio.
SPE-361 | Diagnostic Instruction: Early-Transition | 3 credits
This course is an introduction to analysis of task and sequence of instruction, leading to the development, implementation and
evaluations of instructional techniques and strategies used in meeting the needs of students on IEPs, IFSPs and ITPs. A special
emphasis on early childhood and transition and special education law is included. The student develops IEPs, IFSPs and ITPs.
SPE-390 | Consultation & Collaboration & Inclusion | 3 credits
This course is designed to increase the student's knowledge of the field of special education. The major emphasis of this course is
to help pre-service teachers in their professional interactions by sharpening their interpersonal communication skills. Another
major emphasis of this course is to increase the student's knowledge about the concept of inclusion and lesson modification.
SPE-440 | Curriculum and Instructional Strategies | 3 credits
This course is designed for student teachers and is taught during a block of classes at the beginning of the special education
student teaching semester. This is an intensive course dealing with all previously gained special education knowledge in such
areas as inclusion of special needs students, special education law, employment for mildly disabled students and various
instructional models. The major emphasis of this course is to add strategies to the student teacher's repertoire which will aid in the
education of students with mild disabilities, including but not limited to: assessment in language, problem-solving, curriculumbased
measurements, whole language, reading, math and general best practices.
SPE-442 | Learning Disabilities: Methods/Materials | 3 credits
This course is designed to be taught as part of the block class schedule during the first part of the special education student
teaching semester. This course deals primarily with special needs students who have learning disabilities. This course reviews
special education law including any current law or court cases regarding disciplining students with disabilities, reviews
professionalism in special education and prepares the student teacher to combine past knowledge during the student teaching
experience.
SPE-460 | Special Education Student Teaching | 10 credits
This student teaching experience is for the student seeking certification to teach K-12 special education. The student teacher
observes and teaches in a special education setting under the guidance of a cooperating teacher, principal and college supervisor.
Pre-service teachers monitor the progress of students toward the IEP goals. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only. Prerequisite:
Acceptance by Teacher Education Committee
SPN-101 | Elementary Spanish I | 3 credits
Elementary Spanish is a beginner's study of functional Spanish with an emphasis on verbal communication in real-life situations.
The course addresses the structure and pronunciation of Spanish within a framework designed to develop basic listening,
speaking, reading and writing skills.
SPN-102 | Elementary Spanish II | 3 credits
Elementary Spanish II is the continuation of Elementary Spanish I in the study of functional Spanish with an emphasis on verbal
communication in real-life situations. The course further addresses the structure and pronunciation of Spanish within a
framework designed to develop basic listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
Prerequisite: Take SPN-101
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SPN-203 | Intermediate Spanish I | 3 credits
Intermediate Spanish builds on the linguistic skills developed in Elementary Spanish I and II and involves continued
development of Spanish grammar, conversation practice, broad vocabulary development and reflection on cultural perceptions
and practices. Graded reading is introduced with increased practice in composition and conversation. Prerequisite: SPN 102 or
two or more years of high school Spanish.
Prerequisite: Take SPN-102
SPN-204 | Intermediate Spanish II | 3 credits
Intermediate Spanish II builds on the linguistic skills developed in Intermediate Spanish I, and involves continued development
of Spanish grammar, conversation practice, broad vocabulary development and reflection on cultural perceptions and practices.
Graded reading is introduced with increased practice in composition and conversation.
Prerequisite: Take SPN-203
SPN-205 | Spanish Readings and Grammar | 3 credits
This course continues building on the listening, speaking, reading and writing skills developed in Elementary and Intermediate
Spanish. Reading is one of the most effective means of helping students to improve language acquisition. Research studies have
shown that reading improves writing, vocabulary building and understanding of complex grammatical structure in a second
language. SPN 204 and/or four years of high school Spanish.
Prerequisite: Take SPN-204
SPN-360 | Advanced Composition and Conversation | 3 credits
This course offers students practice in conversational Spanish and narration; oral and written composition on reading and
experiences of students; emphasis on idioms and acquisition of active vocabulary and fluent speech.
Prerequisite: Take SPN-204
SPN-361 | Survey of Spanish Culture and Literature | 3 credits
This course offers an introduction to the Spanish literature and culture from the beginning to the 20th Century.
Prerequisite: Take SPN-204
SPN-369 | Applied Spanish | 3 credits
Credit may be granted to students who spend several weeks in a Spanish-speaking country, studying, working, and/or living with
a Spanish-speaking family. Prior to the experience, the student in conjunction with departmental faculty, will evaluate the course
of study and other activities to determine potential projects and options for credit. Upon completion of the program, students will
provide documentation of their experience, which will be evaluated by the department for credit.
SPN-387 | Spanish Art, Literature and Life | 3 credits
This course is the study of the art, literature and life of the Spanish speaking world. The objective is to introduce the student to
literary works by both Spanish and Spanish-American writers and to the rich and diverse contributions of Hispanic artists to the
fine arts.
Prerequisite: Take SPN-204
SPN-388 | Spanish Civilization and Culture | 3 credits
This course is the study of Hispanic history and culture. The course consists of twelve thematic essays. The essays present both
historical and contemporary topics that serve to introduce the student to various aspects of Hispanic traditions, customs and
values. A strong emphasis is placed on culture contrast in order for the student to relate the materials to his or her own
experiences.
Prerequisite: Take SPN-204
SSC-255 | Macroeconomics | 3 credits
This course involves the study of the economy as a whole including national policy issues; government and business; national
income analysis; monetary and fiscal policy.
SSC-256 | Microeconomics | 3 credits
This course involves the study of individual market interactions with a concentration on the efficient allocation of resources
among firms, industries and consumers.
SSC-272 | World Regional Geography | 3 credits
This course examines the geography of Europe, North Africa and Southwest Asia, Africa South of the Sahara, the U.S. and
Canada, Middle and South America, Asia, Australia and the South Pacific.
STH-100 | Theatre Appreciation | 3 credits
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This introductory course is designed to enhance the student's enjoyment and understanding of the theatrical experience. Students
will acquaint themselves with the history and techniques of the theatrical art through lectures, videos, demonstrations, and
attendance to live theatre performances
STH-117 | Theatre Practicum | 1 credit
This course helps students prepare for and participate in various theatrical presentations. Credit will be given for acting, assistant
directing, stage management, scene construction, lighting, sound, properties, costumes, box office, marketing, publicity, etc.
Credit is based on accumulation of actual time of participation by students in order to complete a project.
STH-118 | Theatre Practicum | 1 credit
This course helps students prepare for and participate in various theatrical presentations. Credit will be given for acting, assistant
directing, stage management, scene construction, lighting, sound, properties, costumes, box office, marketing, publicity, etc.
Credit is based on accumulation of actual time of participation by students in order to complete a project.
Prerequisite: Take STH-117
STH-125 | Introduction to Acting | 2 credits
This is an introductory acting course where students will explore the systematic process involved in creating a character or role
through monologue and scene work. Focus is placed on acting basics including relaxation, concentration and improvisation.
STH-130 | Speech Communications | 3 credits
This course is designed to develop proficiency in public speaking situations; emphasis on content, organization and delivery of
five major presentations for various purposes and occasions. An analysis component is included as well as a service-learning
communication assignment.
STH-201 | Oral Interpretation | 2 credits
This course offers students directed experience in the selection, analysis and oral communication including prose, poetry and
drama. In addition to solo interpretation, students will participate in group interpretation of readers' theatre.
STH-202 | Creative Dramatics | 1 to 2 credits
This course is a hands-on exploration of the basic components of creative drama. Students will develop the skills to successfully
facilitate creative dramatics exercises into the classroom or theatre setting. Emphasis is placed on storytelling and the process of
the dramatic experience, not the product.
STH-203 | Costumes and Makeup | 3 credits
In this course students will work toward proficiency in the principles and skills associated with the execution and application of
theatrical costumes and makeup. Focus will be placed on design as well as practical skills including care and use of materials in
each area.
STH-204 | Stagecraft | 3 credits
This course introduces students to technical theatre production. Students will become familiar with the organization, safety and
equipment needs of technical theatre with an emphasis on the basic theories and practices of scenic construction, lighting, rigging
and painting.
STH-210 | Lighting and Sound Design | 3 credits
This course is an introduction to the basic theories and practices associated with lighting and sound design and operation for the
stage. A detailed study of the instrumentation, equipment, software and process of designing light and sound for the stage will be
completed.
STH-217 | Theatre Practicum | 1 credit
This course helps students prepare for and participate in various theatrical presentations. Credit will be given for acting, assistant
directing, stage management, scene construction, lighting, sound, properties, costumes, box office, marketing, publicity, etc.
Credit is based on accumulation of actual time of participation by students in order to complete a project.
Prerequisite: Take STH-118
STH-218 | Theatre Practicum | 1 credit
This course helps students prepare for and participate in various theatrical presentations. Credit will be given for acting, assistant
directing, stage management, scene construction, lighting, sound, properties, costumes, box office, marketing, publicity, etc.
Credit is based on accumulation of actual time of participation by students in order to complete a project.
Prerequisite: Take STH-217
STH-221 | Movement | 2 credits
This course will focus on teaching the student basic styles of movement used in the creation of character as well as the integration
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of stage combat and dance skills for the performer.
STH-223 | Great Directors and Their Films | 3 credits
This course provides a study of the best American and foreign film directors of the 1900's, 20th century and early 21st century
will be done through their narrative films, examining their themes, narrative and technical styles, influence on filmmakers and
cultural/historical values and trends. This course satisfies the general education literature requirement.
STH-224 | Literature and Film | 3 credits
This course includes a study of literature and films made from literature. The course will involve analysis and comparison of both
texts and film; their modes of representation, characterization and story-telling, establishing what is lost and also at times what is
gained by the filming process. Both selections of contemporary and historically important films will be viewed and analyzed.
This course also studies film as a mirror of national and regional culture, cinematic form and personal style. This course satisfies
the general education literature requirement.
STH-230 | Drafting for the Theatre | 3 credits
Students will learn USITT drafting standards for the stage. The course will focus on learning manual drafting techniques through
assignments, studio time and practical projects. Students will also explore using CAD (Computer-Aided Design) for theatre
applications.
STH-317 | Theatre Practicum | 1 credit
This course helps students prepare for and participate in various theatrical presentations. Credit will be given for acting, assistant
directing, stage management, scene construction, lighting, sound, properties, costumes, box office, marketing, publicity, etc.
Credit is based on accumulation of actual time of participation by students in order to complete a project.
Prerequisite: Take STH-218
STH-318 | Theatre Practicum | 1 credit
This course helps students prepare for and participate in various theatrical presentations. Credit will be given for acting, assistant
directing, stage management, scene construction, lighting, sound, properties, costumes, box office, marketing, publicity, etc.
Credit is based on accumulation of actual time of participation by students in order to complete a project.
Prerequisite: Take STH-317
STH-319 | Furniture and Properties Construction | 3 credits
This course will examine the process of designing and building furniture and prop items for the stage. A hands-on project may or
may not be used in a current production.
Prerequisite: Take STH-204
STH-320 | Interpersonal Skills in Communication | 3 credits
Students will learn the application of theory to communication processes in this course. Demonstration of basic interpersonal
skills in communicating with individuals. Emphasis will be placed on effective communication for problem-solving.
Prerequisite: Take STH-130
STH-330 | Scenic Painting | 2 credits
Students will explore the various techniques of painting and create painted work for the stage. Color theory, mixing, texture and
alternative materials will be discussed and used to provide the basis for in-class work. Projects and studio time required.
STH-349 | History of Film | 3 credits
The first audience watched a motion picture flicker on a screen in 1895, a little over a century ago. In this one century the movies
have developed from a simple recording device to a complex art and business. Today film stands on its own as a distinct means
of artistic expression. The purpose of this course is to explore the history of film on both the international and American scenes.
Since it is one of the major arts to have evolved within the past century, it can be vividly respected as a significant contribution to
our understanding of the culture and history of our daily lives. The course is limited to narrative fiction film and will analyze the
film as a mass medium of cultural communication.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-104
STH-355 | Shakespeare's Drama | 3 credits
This course focuses on developing an appreciation of both theatrical and literary aspects of selected Shakespearean tragedies,
histories and comedies. This course satisfies the general education literature requirement.
Prerequisite: Take ENG-104
STH-361 | Play Directing | 3 credits
This course provides a theory and practical experience in the techniques of play production and direction through classroom
experiments and one workshop production.
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Prerequisite: Take STH-300
STH-365 | Scenic Design | 3 credits
This course will focus on scenic design for the stage. Students will engage in the creative process of scenic design through script
analysis, sketches, architectural drawings, watercolor renderings and model making.
Prerequisite: Take STH-204
STH-366 | Stage Management | 3 credits
This course is designed to prepare students to execute the responsibilities of a stage manager. Focus will include prompt books
and notations, CPR and basic first aid procedures, communication and administration of production meetings, as well as,
backstage etiquette and procedures.
STH-376 | Theatre History and Literature I | 3 credits
In this course, students will examine theatre history, practice, dramatic literature and criticism from the Greeks through the
Renaissance (Neo-classical) period by reading historical and dramatic texts. Emphasis will be given to the Hellenistic, Roman
and Jacobean drama. Class formats will follow lectures, reflection and class discussion. This course satisfies the general
education literature requirement.
STH-380 | Theatre History and Literature II | 3 credits
In this course, students will examine theatre history, practice, dramatic literature and criticims from the Restoration through the
Anti-Realist and postmodern periods by reading historical and dramatic texts. Emphasis will be given to Naturalism, Realism,
Expressionism, Absurdism, Existentialism and Postmodernism. Class formats will follow lectures, reflection and class
discussion. This course satisfies the general education literature requirement.
STH-417 | Theatre Practicum | 1 credit
This course helps students prepare for and participate in various theatrical presentations. Credit will be given for acting, assistant
directing, stage management, scene construction, lighting, sound, properties, costumes, box office, marketing, publicity, etc.
Credit is based on accumulation of actual time of participation by students in order to complete a project.
Prerequisite: Take STH-318
STH-418 | Theatre Practicum | 1 credit
This course helps students prepare for and participate in various theatrical presentations. Credit will be given for acting, assistant
directing, stage management, scene construction, lighting, sound, properties, costumes, box office,marketing, publicity, etc.
Credit is based on accumulation of actual time of participation by students in order to complete a project.
Prerequisite: Take STH-417
STH-422 | Drama in the Church | 3 credits
This course is an in-depth study of Christian drama during the Medieval Period. In addition, the course will explore
contemporary practices and opportunities in drama ministry.
STH-426 | Advanced Acting | 3 credits
This course is a continuation of STH 300 Acting. Primary focus will be on developing powers of observation as well as the vocal
and physical demands placed on an actor. Acting exercises designed by Stanislavsky, Hagen, Chekhov and Spolin will be used as
a foundation.
Prerequisite: Take STH-300
STH-435 | Theatre Management | 3 credits
This course is designed to prepare students with the skills necessary to effectively function in the business and administrative
areas of the theatre. Students will develop a marketing plan, budget and a business plan for theatre organization, as well as get
hands-on experience with front-of-house operations.
STH-485 | Internship | 1 to 16 credits
Practical experience in an off-campus setting to complement classroom instruction. The project undertaken will be established by
the student and faculty advisor in cooperation with the off-campus supervisor. Pass or unsatisfactory grades only. Prerequisite: 16
credits of supporting coursework approved by department
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MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
The Mount Marty College Master of Business Administration Program is an Executive MBA, a program designed for
persons already working in the business world. It allows a person with substantial business and statistics background to complete
the degree in as little as fifteen months. The program emphasizes statistical and quantitative analysis and places all students in
“consulting teams.” All class projects involve teamwork (a critical business skill) and conclude with an actual consulting project
with a local business that is graded by the business’s CEO.
Master of Business Administration
Major Course Requirements
MBA 600 Introduction to the MBA and Management Theory
MBA 610 Managerial Marketing Research
MBA 630 Budgeting and Corporation Finance
MBA 650 Human Resources and Organizational Behavior
MBA 670 International Business
MBA 680 Business Ethics
MBA 690 Executive Strategic Management
MBA 695 Management Consulting
Other Requirements
Successful completion of all required 36 credits with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher.
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MASTER OF EDUCATION
Mount Marty College’s Master of Education degree with a concentration on Curriculum and Instruction is a two-year
degree program. It has been specifically and uniquely designed with the inservice teacher in mind. This program gives teachers
an opportunity to complete a degree through condensed and hybridized summer courses as well as using their own classrooms
during the traditional semesters. Based on enduring trends and current research, this program focuses on quality and effective
teaching, arguably the most important variable affecting student achievement.
Utilizing a learning community model of instruction, this program draws from the professional knowledge and
experiences of inservice teachers and professors. Through communal classroom experiences involving a confluence of theory and
practice, the MEd program aims toward the enhancement of classroom practice.
Master of Education
Course Only Track: This track allows students to complete their degree without having to compile a portfolio or write a research
thesis. Students in this track who do not transfer in any coursework must take all of the “core” and “practicum” courses plus an
elective. Minimum number of credits for this track is 33. Transfer courses are accepted on a case-by-case basis.
Core course requirements:
EDN 500 Introduction to Educational Research
EDN 510 Educational Psychology: Learning Theory
EDN 520 Strategies and Techniques for Effective Teaching
EDN 530 Assessment and Measurement: Using Evidence to Improve Student Learning
EDN 540 Educational Technology: Using Technology for Effective Teaching
EDN 550 Philosophy and Critical Thinking in the Classroom
Choose four of the following courses:
EDN 511 Practicum for Educational Psychology
EDN 521 Practicum for Strategies and Techniques for Effective Teaching
EDN 531 Practicum for Assessment to Improve Student Learning
EDN 541 Practicum for Educational Technology
EDN 551 Practicum for Philosophy and Critical Thinking
Choose one of the following courses:
EDN 556 Child Development
EDN 557 Adolescent Development
EDN 560 South Dakota Indian Studies
EDN 570 Educational Foundations
EDN 577 Human Relations Skills
EDN 586 Selected Topics in Education
PED 540 Organizing and Administering Physical Education / Athletic Programs
SPE 560 Teaching the Exceptional Individual
Portfolio and Thesis Track: Students in these tracks will complete their degree by completing either a professional portfolio in
part comprised of their practicum research projects, or, by writing a traditional research thesis. For students who are interested in
pursuing further advanced study in a research capacity might want to consider the thesis track as a viable option. (minimum of
30 credits)
Required course:
EDN 600
Thesis / Portfolio
Choose five of the following core courses:
EDN 500 Introduction to Educational Research
EDN 510 Educational Psychology: Learning Theory
EDN 520 Strategies and Techniques for Effective Teaching
EDN 530 Assessment and Measurement: Using Evidence to Improve Student Learning
EDN 540 Educational Technology: Using Technology for Effective Teaching
EDN 550 Philosophy and Critical Thinking in the Classroom
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Choose three of the following courses:
EDN 511 Practicum for Educational Psychology
EDN 521 Practicum for Strategies and Techniques for Effective Teaching
EDN 531 Practicum for Assessment to Improve Student Learning
EDN 541 Practicum for Educational Technology
EDN 551 Practicum for Philosophy and Critical Thinking
Program Completion Requirements
• No grade lower than C is allowed in major courses
• Completion of all required courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.0
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NURSE ANESTHESIA
The Master of Science in Nurse Anesthesia graduate program is based on a nursing and science background involving
an in-depth application of these sciences to the art of anesthesia. The program is open to nurses who have a bachelor’s degree in
nursing or bio-medical services (BSN preferred).
Graduates of this program, after successfully completing national boards, are qualified to work in every area of
anesthesia as clinical practitioners, researchers, administrators and educators throughout the United States and in the armed
forces. Each individual is a being with inherent value deserving respect and consideration. This theme is emphasized throughout
the curriculum as issues of research, technology and values are discussed.
Master of Science
Major Course Requirements
ANE 500 Scientific Foundations
ANE 503 Advanced Practice Nursing – Role
ANE 505 Principles of Anesthesia Practice – Basic
ANE 508 Principles of Anesthesia – Advanced
ANE 509 Advanced Physiology I
ANE 510 Advanced Physiology II
ANE 521 Advanced Pharmacology: Anesthetic Agents
ANE 522 Advanced Pharmacology: Medical Agents
ANE 525 Advanced Pathophysiology
ANE 526 Advanced Health Assessment
ANE 530 Research Methodology
ANE 541 Clinical Anesthesia Practicum I
ANE 542 Clinical Anesthesia Practicum II
ANE 543 Clinical Anesthesia Practicum III
ANE 544 Clinical Anesthesia Practicum IV
ANE 545 Clinical Anesthesia Practicum V
ANE 581 Research Practicum I
ANE 589 Seminar I
ANE 590 Seminar II
ANE 591 Seminar III
Choose one of the following courses:
ANE 582 Research Practicum II: Thesis
ANE 592 Research Practicum II: Non-Thesis
Choose one of the following courses:
ANE 583 Research Practicum III: Thesis
ANE 593 Research Practicum III: Non-Thesis
Other Requirements
Satisfactory completion of all Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists requirements.
Educational Programs criteria
• No grade lower than C is allowed in major courses.
• Completion of all required anesthesia courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Satisfactory clinical evaluations.
• Satisfactory completion of program terminal objectives.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSING
The Mount Marty College tradition of service learning and outreach to underserved populations has stimulated the
development of a master in nursing program with specialties that will reach those populations and beyond. External forces that
support and demand this program are recent issues in rural health care and health care reform. With a strong emphasis on health
promotion and disease prevention, the learning outcomes from this master’s program are based on the Essentials for Master’s in
Nursing as published by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing.
Mount Marty College offers three emphases to choose from:
1. Advanced Public Health Nurse Leader
The emphasis in Community Health Nursing prepares nurses for advanced practice in the promotion of health
and well-being of communities and vulnerable populations in rural and urban settings. Improving the health
of communities is addressed through community assessment, program planning and implementation,
leadership strategies, health policy development, and research. Community partnerships and collaborations
are emphasized throughout the curriculum. Upon completion of the master’s program, students will be
eligible to take the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) certification examination for the Clinical
Specialist in Public Community Health Nursing. Graduates work in: Occupational Health, Community and
Public Health, Hospice and Home Health, Prison Health Service, Indian Health Service, and Schools.
2. Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner
The emphasis in adult/geriatrics provides care to patients from late-adolescence to older adults. It includes
theory and practicum experiences as well as a final capstone where the student has the opportunity to focus
on a sub-specialty area, if desired. Students who complete the Adult/Geriatric Nurse Practitioner program are
qualified to sit for the Adult Nurse Practitioner certification examination from the American Academy of
Nurse Practitioners Certification Program (AANP). They are also qualified to sit for the Adult Nurse
Practitioner and the Gerontological Nurse Practitioner certification examinations from the American Nurses
Credentialing Center (ANCC). Graduates work in: Specialty Practices, Assisted Living Centers, Primary
Care Ambulatory Settings, Traditional and Transitional Care Settings, Long Term Care Setting, College
Health, Prison Health, and Hospitals.
3. Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
The emphasis in pediatrics incorporates theory and clinical courses to prepare students to provide
comprehensive care to children and their families. A special focus will be school health and the development
of school-based health clinics for school-age children. The program is designed to meet students’ individual
goals and to provide experiences in their geographic area. Clinical experiences will be available in interprofessional
settings such as primary care, home care, schools, specialty clinics, community agencies, or
neonatal settings. Upon completion of the master’s program, students will be eligible to take the American
Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) certification examination for the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner.
Graduates work in: Community Health Centers, Neonatal Intensive Care Units, Pediatrics, Schools, and
Clinics.
Master of Science
Major Course Requirements
NSG 500 Role of Advanced Practice Nurse
NSG 501 Nursing Informatics
NSG 502 Advanced Physical Assessment
Related Course Requirement
MTH 586 Introduction to Statistics – Grad Research
Choose one of the following emphases:
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
NSG 503 Advanced Pharmacology
NSG 504 Advanced Pathophysiology
NSG 505 Advanced Practice Clinical Methods Evidence Practice
NSG 506 Inquiry I
NSG 507 Legal and Ethical Issues in AP Nursing
NSG 510 Health Promotion Children and Adolescents
NSG 511 Common and Acute Problems in Children
NSG 512 Advanced Management in Pediatric Primary Care
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NSG 513
NSG 514
NSG 515
Integrated Assessment Neonate/Neuro Assessment
Inquire II
PNP Capstone Project
Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner
NSG 503 Advanced Pharmacology
NSG 504 Advanced Pathophysiology
NSG 505 Advanced Practice Clinical Methods Evidence Practice
NSG 506 Inquiry I
NSG 507 Legal and Ethical Issues in AP Nursing
NSG 520 Primary Care of Older Adult
NSG 521 Acute Health Problems in Adults
NSG 522 Advanced Management of Acutely Ill Adults
NSG 523 Advanced Management Complex Problems Older Adults
NSG 524 Inquiry III
NSG 525 Adult/Geriatric Capstone Project
Advanced Public Health Nurse Leader
NSG 530 Fundamentals of Epidemiology
NSG 531 Cultural Care of Populations and Community Assessment
NSG 532 Leadership in Health Promotion/Disease Prevention
NSG 533 Research and Evidence Based Practice
NSG 534 APHN Capstone
NSG 535 Role of APRN in Public Health Disasters
NSG 536 Community Based Research and Project Implementation
NSG 537 Health Policy Leadership
NSG 538 APHN Capstone II
Program Completion Requirements
• No grade lower than C is allowed in major courses
• Completion of all required courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Satisfactory clinical evaluations
• Satisfactory completion of program terminal objectives
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ANE-500 | Scientific Foundations | 3 credits
Scientific Foundations offers an overview of scientific principles and concepts related to the clinical practice of nurse anesthesia.
Course components include structure activity relationships of drugs; physics and measurement related to gas flows, the anesthesia
machine and other components of the anesthesia systems; electricity; lasers; and biochemistry.
ANE-503 | Advanced Practice Nursing - Role | 3 credits
The practice of nurse anesthetists is examined within the context of the overall health care system and society. Topics include
ethical principles and concepts, legal aspects, history of the profession, structure of the professional organization, quality
assurance, and patient safety.
ANE-505 | Principles of Anesthesia Practice-Basic | 4 credits
The basic Principles course covers concepts on the perioperative assessment and management of the patient undergoing
anesthesia. Course components include patient positioning, use of monitoring devices, airway management, PACU, record
keeping and fluid management. Lecture and human patient simulation laboratory.
ANE-508 | Principles of Anesthesia - Advanced | 4 credits
The Advanced Principles course studies perioperative management of the patient undergoing anesthesia. Topics include
assessment, geriatrics, pediatrics, obstetrics, regional anesthesia and outpatient anesthesia. Lecture and human patient simulation
laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take ANE-505 and 509
ANE-509 | Advanced Physiology I | 6 credits
Advanced study of anatomy and physiology of the cell and the body systems across the lifespan. Emphasis is on feedback
mechanisms, homeostasis, assessment and intervention.
ANE-510 | Advanced Physiology II | 3 credits
This course continues the advanced study of anatomy and physiology of the cell and the body systems across the lifespan which
began in ANE 509. Emphasis is on feedback mechanisms, homeostasis, assessment and intervention.
Prerequisite: Take ANE-509
ANE-521 | Advanced Pharmacology-Anesthetic Agents | 4 credits
The Anesthetic Agents course offers an in-depth study of the biochemistry, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of
anesthetic agents. Course components include general principles of drug-receptor interactions, pharmacogenetics, and
environmental effects; and the application of these principles to inhalation and intravenous anesthetic agents, skeletal muscle
relaxants, local anesthetics and the respective antagonists.
Prerequisite: Take ANE-509
ANE-522 | Advanced Pharmacology - Medical Agents | 4 credits
Study of advanced pharmacology, which includes pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacotherapeutics of all broad
categories of agents: application of general principles and concepts to drugs that effect nerves, blood, cardiovascular, respiratory,
excretory, metabolic and endocrine, immune and gastrointestinal systems. Also a review of chemotherapy and the interaction of
drugs in the anesthetized patient.
Prerequisite: Take ANE-509
ANE-525 | Advanced Pathophysiology | 5 credits
Advanced anesthesia principles are applied across the lifespan of clients presenting with alterations in physiology requiring either
general or regional anesthesia. Lecture and human patient simulation laboratory.
Prerequisite: Take ANE-510
ANE-526 | Advanced Health Assessment for the Nurse Anesthetist | 3 credits
This course builds on the student's prior knowledge of health assessment to focus on the holistic assessment and preparation of
the patient for anesthesia services. The course includes assessment of individuals across the lifespan and all levels of acuity. The
course includes assessment of all human systems, advanced assessment techniques, concepts and approaches. Current clinical
practice guidelines are examined. General topics include history-taking, physical assessment, and patient preparation. Course
format will consist primarily of group discussion and presentation.
ANE-530 | Research Methodology | 3 credits
The research process is examined including the design, measurement, sampling, analysis and communication of results.
Emphasis is placed on the systematic discovery and evaluation of research findings to build evidence-based anesthesia practice.
A systematic review, including presentation of the findings, is included as part of the course.
ANE-541 | Clinical Anesthesia Practicum I | 3 credits
Graduate Course Descriptions
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Clinical study and practice in the art of administering anesthesia at a clinical affiliation is evaluated for this course. Emphasis is
placed in general gynecological, urological, orthopedic, EENT and abdominal surgery. The student is supervised on a 1:1 ratio.
Patient-centered conferences are held with the clinical instructor prior to the daily schedule. A clinical correlative conference
time is held on a weekly basis. Prerequisite: satisfactory completion of the didactic phase
ANE-542 | Clinical Anesthesia Practicum II | 3 credits
Continuation of ANE 541 with specific emphasis on clinical and theoretical aspects of general, regional, and monitored
anesthesia management of pediatric, obstetric, geriatric, emergency, and physical status 3 through 5 patients.
Prerequisite: Take ANE-541
ANE-543 | Clinical Anesthesia Practicum III | 3 credits
Continuation of ANE 542 with emphasis on the theory and practice of anesthesia for patients receiving anesthesia for procedures
classified as neurosurgical, thoracic, cardiovascular, neonatal, and all physical status classifications.
Prerequisite: Take ANE-542
ANE-544 | Clinical Anesthesia Practicum IV | 3 credits
Continuation of ANE 543 with emphasis on the development of the independent practitioner through selection of patients who
provide varied opportunities for assessment, management by drugs and techniques, and control of pathological factors.
Prerequisite: Take ANE-543
ANE-545 | Clinical Anesthesia Practicum V | 3 credits
Continuation of ANE 544 with emphasis on the development of the independent practitioner through selection of patients who
provide varied opportunities for assessment, management by drugs and techniques, and control of pathological factors.
Prerequisite: Take ANE-544
ANE-581 | Research Practicum I | 1 credit
This course continues the process of systematic discovery and evaluation of research findings to build evidence-based anesthesia
practice. A systematic review, including presentation of the findings, is included as part of the course. Alternatively, thesis
students develop a proposal for original research.
Prerequisite: Take ANE-530
ANE-582 | Research Practicum II: Thesis | 1 credit
The thesis option requires implementation of the research proposal written in ANE 581. This course focuses on processes for
protection of human subjects and initiation of the research.
Prerequisite: Take ANE-581
ANE-583 | Research Practicum III: Thesis | 1 credit
The thesis option requires successful oral defense of the research completed in ANE 582. The final research manuscript and must
be completed prior to the last semester of the program.
Prerequisite: Take ANE-581
ANE-589 | Seminar I | 1 credit
Each of these seminars offers a presentation and discussion of current scientific knowledge relative to the anesthetic management
of patients with varying morbidities. A minimum of three seminars are required for graduation. Pass or unsatisfactory grades
only.
ANE-590 | Seminar II | 1 credit
Each of these seminars offers a presentation and discussion of current scientific knowledge relative to the anesthetic management
of patients with varying morbidities. A minimum of three seminars are required for graduation. Pass or unsatisfactory grades
only.
ANE-591 | Seminar III | 1 credit
Each of these seminars offers a presentation and discussion of current scientific knowledge relative to the anesthetic management
of patients with varying morbidities. A minimum of three seminars are required for graduation. Pass or unsatisfactory grades
only.
ANE-592 | Research Practicum II: Non-Thesis | 1 credit
This course continues the process of systematic discovery and evaluation of research findings to build evidence-based anesthesia
practice. A systematic review, including presentation of the findings, is included as part of the course.
Prerequisite: Take ANE-581
ANE-593 | Research Practicum III: Non-Thesis | 1 credit
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This course continues the process of systematic discovery and evaluation of research findings to build evidence-based anesthesia
practice. A systematic review, including presentation of the findings, is included as part of the course.
Prerequisite: Take ANE-581
EDN-500 | Introduction to Educational Research | 3 credits
This course surveys the landscape of the variety of educational research methods and paradigms that have and continue to inform
current educational discourse pertaining to teacher effectiveness. Though other subsets of research will be included, this course
will focus on action-, qualitative-, and quantitative research methodologies as they apply to the K-12 classroom and the core
courses of our program. Moreover, this course will help students conceptualize and design the research projects they will conduct
in their own classrooms during their practicum courses.
EDN-510 | Educational Psychology: Learning Theory | 3 credits
This course challenges teachers to re-examine the historical and current trends of research pertaining to human learning with a
special focus on K-12 students. The major topics of interest include conditioning, information processing, social cognition,
cognitive theories, constructivist theories, developmental and stage theories, as well as the neuroscience of learning. Students will
engage and critique the various theories and contemporary research, and, will be given opportunities to design plans to implement
course content into their own classrooms. By the end of the course, teachers will have identified a "Learner and Learning"
practicum project to plan and implement in their own classroom while enrolled in EDN 511.
Prerequisite: Take EDN-500
EDN-511 | Practicum for Educational Psychology | 3 credits
This supervised practicum will be conducted in the teacher's own classroom during the school term. It will provide teachers an
opportunity to apply the theoretical knowledge of EDN 510 in their own classroom using research design. Teachers will be
expected to use the practicum to hone their skills and practices in responding to students' learning needs. As part of this
practicum, teachers are expected to complete a culminating practicum project. Pass/Unsatisfactory grading.
Prerequisite: Take EDN-510
EDN-520 | Strategies and Techniques for Effective Teaching | 3 credits
This course challenges teachers to analyze their own current repertoire of instructional practices and other proven and promising
instructional strategies for effectiveness in advancing student learning. Strategies such as differentiated instruction, 21st century
learning skills, and project-based learning will be examined as well as research-based pedagogical strategies for the general
classroom and specific to content areas. Strategies engaging learners in higher order critical/creative thinking and collaborative
problem solving will be emphasized along with making discipline specific and interdisciplinary content knowledge accessible
and meaningful to all students. By the end of the course, teachers will have identified an "Effective Teaching Strategies" project
to plan and implement in their own classroom while enrolled in EDN 521.
Prerequisite: Take EDN-500
EDN-521 | Practicum for Strategies and Techniques for Effective Learning | 3 credits
This supervised practicum will be conducted in the teacher's own classroom during the school term. It will provide teachers an
opportunity to apply the theoretical knowledge of EDN 520 in their own classroom using research design. Teachers will be
expected to use the practicum to hone their instructional skills and practices. As part of this practicum, teachers are expected to
complete a culminating practicum project. Pass/Unsatisfactory grading.
Prerequisite: Take EDN-520
EDN-530 | Assessment and Measurement: Using Evidence to Improve Student Learning| 3 credits
This course focuses on helping teachers integrate into their instructional practices the basic principles of assessment and
measurement for the purposes of monitoring and advancing student learning. In addition to developing multiple means of
assessment that are aligned to students' needs and particular to measuring higher order thinking skills, teachers will be engaged in
the analysis and interpretation of assessment data. By doing this, teachers are learning how to make data useful for documenting
student progress, monitoring student improvement, and modifying instruction. Conceptual and practical assessment and
measurement issues will also be covered. By the end of the course, teachers will have identified a "Learning from Student
Assessment" project to plan and implement in their own classroom while enrolled in EDN 531.
Prerequisite: Take EDN-500
EDN-531 | Practicum Assessment to Improve Learning | 3 credits
This supervised practicum will be conducted in the teacher's own classroom during the school term. It will provide teachers an
opportunity to apply the theoretical knowledge of EDN 530 in their own classroom using research design. Teachers will be
expected to use the practicum to hone their use of assessment to foster student learning. As part of this practicum, teachers are
expected to complete a culminating practicum project. Pass/Unsatisfactory grading.
Prerequisite: Take EDN-530
EDN-540 | Educational Technology: Using Technology for Effective Teaching | 3 credits
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This course explores issues faced by education, schools, and teachers as they are influenced by various forms of technology and
technological communication. This course will take an integrated view of problems facing curriculum and instruction including
the connection between social forces and current issues, roles of professional teachers, and influences of technological advances
in education for the purposes of focusing on effective instruction. By the end of this course, students will have identified an
"Integrating Technology" practicum project to plan and implement in their own classrooms while enrolled in EDN 541.
Prerequisite: Take EDN-500
EDN-541 | Practicum for Educational Technology | 3 credits
This supervised practicum will be conducted in the teacher's own classroom during the school term. It will provide teachers with
an opportunity to apply the theoretical knowledge of EDN 540 in their own classroom using research design. Teachers will be
expected to use the practicum to hone their use of technology in the classroom to foster student learning. As part of this
practicum, teachers are expected to complete a culminating practicum project. Pass/Unsatisfactory grading.
Prerequisite: Take EDN-540
EDN-550 | Philosophy and Critical Thinking in the Classroom | 3 credits
This course surveys the history and philosophies of education and teaching that have in part shaped our current understandings of
education within systems of schooling. As an integral part of this course, teachers will be challenged to examine their own
understandings of teaching in light of the resources provided. Teachers will also examine the various uses of philosophy and
critical thinking within classrooms. By the end of this course, teachers will have identified a "Philosophy in the Classroom"
practicum project to plan and implement in their own classrooms while enrolled in EDN 550.
Prerequisite: Take EDN-500
EDN-551 | Practicum for Philosophy and Critical Thinking | 3 credits
This supervised practicum will be conducted in the teacher's own classroom during the school term. It will provide teachers an
opportunity to apply the theoretical knowledge of EDN 550 in their own classroom using research design. Teachers will be
expected to use the practicum to hone their instructional skills and practices through the application of critical thinking and
philosophy techniques. As part of this practicum, teachers are expected to complete a culminating practicum project.
Pass/Unsatisfactory grading.
Prerequisite: Take EDN-550
EDN-556 | Child Development | 3 credits
This course is designed to enhance and deepen the elementary level inservice teachers' understanding of the physical, cognitive,
and socio-emotional growth and development of elementary aged students. Through this course, inservice teachers will reengage
with various theories pertaining to the wellbeing of children in an outside of schools.
EDN-557 | Adolescent Development | 3 credits
This course is designed to enhance and deepen the middle school and secondary level inservice teachers' understanding of the
physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional growth and development of early and late adolescent school children. Through this
course, inservice teachers will reengage with the various theories pertaining to the wellbeing of adolescents in and outside of
schools.
EDN-560 | South Dakota Indian Studies | 3 credits
This course is designed as a study of the various socio-historical dynamics that in part account for some of the present day
existential considerations faced by many South Dakota Native Americans. Students study narrative, autobiography, biography,
treaties, court cases, Indian policy, and some critical indigenous philosophy. This course also focuses on the many classroom
considerations for teaching Native American students and meets the South Dakota Indian Studies requirement for all individuals
desiring to be certified to teach in South Dakota.
EDN-570 | Educational Foundations | 3 credits
This course surveys the history and philosophies of education in general and American education in particular. Included are
various contemporary issues/problems in education stemming from competing philosophies as well as the debates over the
accountability of public education. The status and future of the teaching profession and comparative studies to education systems
in other countries are also a consideration.
EDN-577 | Human Relations Skills | 3 credits
This course is concerned with helping students develop an awareness of an understanding into the various theoretical premises
surrounding issues of diversity and multiculturalism. There is an emphasis placed on recognizing and dealing with biases,
stereotyping, power and privilege, difference and identity. Techniques to enhance interpersonal relations as well as classroom
instruction in today's multicultural classrooms are addressed. This course meets the South Dakota Human Relations requirement
for all individuals desiring to be certified to teach in South Dakota.
EDN-600 | Thesis/Project | 3 to 6 credits
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This is a supervised writing course. It is designed to support students in their efforts to demonstrate their cumulative
knowledgeable of what effective teaching is, how to "do" it, and the relationship of effective teaching with the advancement of
student learning. For those choosing a traditional thesis route, students will be required to write a scholarly and researched paper
pertaining to a topic of interest within the purview of the program. The portfolio option gives students the opportunity to revise,
narrate, and reflect upon their practicum projects in a more holistic sense, bringing unity to the work done and knowledge gained
regarding effective teaching and student achievement over the course of the master's program. Prerequisites: Consent of the
director and satisfactory completion of program requirements (i.e. EDN 500, at least four total "core" courses, at least two
practicum courses, electives if necessary). Pass/Unsatisfactory grading.
MBA-600 | Intro to the MBA and Management Theory | 4 credits
This course reviews both the graduate management program and surveys leading contemporary leadership and management
theories. In addition, the 360 degree managerial communication paradigm will be demonstrated as the main communication
mechanism for management consulting teams. Students will also be introduced to the idea of using statistics as an important tool
in their management decisions and will review several key statistical packages for management decision-making.
MBA-610 | Managerial Marketing Research | 4 credits
This course surveys both traditional and Internet approaches to marketing research. Students will be able to use enterprise and
syndicated data sources, carry out data analysis, forecast sales via multiple regression and time series analyses; data mine; exploit
and analyze scanner data; model market response behavior; and develop and analyze web site traffic metrics.
MBA-630 | Budgeting & Corporation Finance | 6 credits
This course discusses basic principles of finance and provides practical tools for financial decisions and valuation in a corporate
context. The course starts by applying asset pricing tools to evaluate projects. Capital structure decisions are examined next, with
an emphasis on how it may affect firm value. Other critical finance topics will be examined: how firms raise capital, agency
conflicts, dividend policies and mergers and acquisitions.
MBA-650 | Human Resources and Organization Behavior | 4 credits
This course focuses on the executive level role of the human resource professional. The course content is centered on recruitment
and selection, compensation and the legal dimensions of human resource management. In addition, students will explore the
dynamics of directing the human resources of a business organization. As noted above, a key element of this class is developing
familiarity with the legal environment of personnel decisions and best practices in personnel advertising, recruitment, evaluation,
promotion and termination.
MBA-670 | International Business | 4 credits
This course takes a functional analysis of transnational legal principles relevant to the conduct and understanding of global
business and economic transactions. Topics covered include the international legal environment and process, international and
regional organizations; international contracts and sales; global financing and the regulation of international trade; national and
international economic controls; transnational reach of criminal and economic regulations; foreign investments and taxation;
global issues related to the environment, technology transfer and employment and dispute resolution.
MBA-680 | Business Ethics | 4 credits
This course confronts a number of moral and legal issues that arise on both a domestic and international scale. This course will
examine the arguments raised by partisans of conflicting viewpoints, sorting out the competing interests that motivate them. The
goal in this course is to learn to articulate and defend informed opinions on topics of contemporary concern. As this is a critical
part of the mission of Mount Marty College, many of the topics will also be embedded in other classes in the curriculum.
MBA-690 | Executive Strategic Management | 4 credits
This course has four goals: (1) to develop an awareness of the strategic decisions that organizations must make and the factors on
which they depend; (2) to provide a conceptual framework for identifying, evaluating, and formulating strategies; (3) to integrate
material learned in the basic functional courses; (4) to convey an understanding of the formal and informal processes involved in
formulating and implementing strategies. While this is not a formal class in decision science per se, it will use many of the
statistical and modeling tools and processes of decision science to help students master the art of strategic management.
MBA-695 | Management Consulting | 6 credits
This course applies the theories covered in the EMBA course content to actual business consulting projects in industry. Upon
completion of their consulting project, students will make presentations to senior management in client corporations.
Management will review and critique their analysis and recommendations.
NSG-500 | Role of Advanced Practice Nurse | 3 credits
Examines philosophical foundations of advanced nursing practice by analyzing interrelationships among theory, philosophy,
practice, and research.
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NSG-501 | Nursing Informatics | 3 credits
This course draws from computer science, information science, cognitive and decision sciences, and nursing science. Students
will gain knowledge and skills to enhance patient-care delivery, promote consumer health, utilize nursing research, and provide
education through information technology.
NSG-502 | Advanced Physical Assessment | 3 credits
The focus of the course is on advanced psychosocial and physical assessment of patients in a variety of settings. Data collection
essential to the nursing process will focus on the adult, pediatric and geriatric populations.
NSG-503 | Advanced Pharmacology | 3 credits
Pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics for prescriptive therapies. Review of characteristics and use of major drug groups with
emphasis on nursing implications.
NSG-504 | Advanced Pathophysiology | 3 credits
Students will study the principles of advanced pathophysiology through lecture and case studies illustrating the signs &
symptoms that result from the pathophysiological process.
NSG-505 | Advanced Practice Clinical Methods in Evidence Practice | 3 credits
The student will learn to utilize analytic methods to critically appraise existing literature and other evidence to determine and
implement the best evidence for practice.
NSG-506 | Inquiry I | 3 credits
The overall goal of the course is to increase advanced nurses' abilities to analyze problems and to make decisions based on
application of research concepts and methods in a variety of settings. Toward this goal, the course will incorporate lectures,
assigned readings, reviews of the literature, group discussions and individual presentations.
NSG-507 | Legal and Ethical Issues in AP Nursing | 3 credits
This course is structured to present theories of ethical practice, as well as issues of the law related to health care delivery. It is
intended to provide the theory, knowledge and application necessary to deal with pressing legal and ethical issues in primary care
practice.
NSG-510 | Health Promotion Children and Adolescents | 3 credits
This course introduces the concepts of pediatric primary health care from a developmental perspective. Concepts and theories
from nursing and other related disciplines associated with the assessment and care of well children and their families are
explored. Clinical application of theories and nursing strategies to optimize the health of children and their families are
emphasized in the professional role development of students.
NSG-511 | Common and Acute Problems in Children | 3 credits
This course introduces the common and acute health problems occurring in infancy through adolescence using a
bio/psycho/social/cultural approach. Pathophysiology, assessment and diagnostic strategies specific to acute and common
problems in children will be emphasized. Nursing strategies used to enhance, maintain and restore health will be discussed
NSG-512 | Advanced Management in Pediatric Primary Care | 3 credits
This course focuses on the primary rehabilitative health care concepts specific to the management of complex, multidimensional
health problems experienced by infants, children and adolescents within the context of their family and community environments.
Pathophysiology, assessment and diagnostic strategies specific to complex health problems in children are emphasized. The
selection of clinical interventions, clinical decision making and evaluation of strategies used to enhance the health outcomes of
children and their families will be stressed. Emphasis will be placed on the consultation and referral processes within
interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary teams.
NSG-513 | Integrated Assessment of the Neonate | 3 credits
This course introduces principles fundamental to the integrated assessment of the neonate. It stresses perinatal history taking,
gestational age assessment, physical assessment skills, and assessment of genetic risks. The course provides the basis for problem
identification, decision making, advanced therapeutics, and case management.
NSG-514 | Inquiry II | 3 credits
This course and its prerequisite NSG 506 describes research methodology as it is used in developing plans for implementing a
research project with relevance to nursing science and practice. These courses provide the foundation for critically evaluating
nursing and other research for application in clinical practice. By the end of this two semester sequence, every student will have
produced a sound research proposal.
Prerequisite: NSG-506
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NSG-515 | PNP Capstone Project | 3 credits
This course places students in health related settings to work on projects of mutual interest to the agency or organization and the
student. The experience gives students the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills they have acquired through their
academic course work to a problem involving the health of the child or the adult/elderly.
NSG-520 | Primary Care of Older Adult | 3 credits
This course will focus on the assessment of the older adults. These factors are analyzed in various environments. Epidemiological
and health behavior models are used to assess health risks, assist with problem identification, primary, secondary, and tertiary
prevention strategies. Cultural, ethnic, and developmental issues are addressed. Concepts, assessment strategies, interventions
and evaluation approaches specific for older adults are identified.
NSG-521 | Acute Health Problems in Adults | 3 credits
Emphasis is on the pathophysiology, assessment, and diagnostic approaches specific to acute health problems of adults. The
clinical laboratory focuses on development of advanced therapeutics and case management skills.
NSG-522 | Advanced Management of Acutely Ill Adults | 3 credits
This course focuses on concepts specific to complex, multidimensional health problems of hospitalized adults. Pathophysiology,
assessment, and diagnostic strategies specific to complex health problems are emphasized. Clinical practice focuses on case
management of acutely ill hospitalized adults with complex health problems.
NSG-523 | Advanced Management of Complex Problems in the Older Adult | 3 credits
This course focuses on the management of complex multidimensional health problems experienced by older adults and their
families in multiple environments of care. Pathophysiology, assessment, and diagnostic strategies specific to complex health
problems in older adults are emphasized. Evidence-based management strategies used to enhance the outcomes in older adults to
promote health and prevent disability will be stressed. The role of the AGNP on care giving teams will be included.
NSG-524 | Inquiry III | 3 credits
MMC requires that each master's in nursing student complete a scholarly thesis. To assist students in developing their scholarly
inquiry thesis, a seminar covers how to choose the supervisory committee and thesis proposal development.
NSG-525 | Adult/Geriatric Capstone Project | 3 credits
This course places students in health related settings to work on projects of mutual interest to the agency or organization and the
student. The experience gives students the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills they have acquired through their
academic course work to a problem involving the health of the child or the adult/elderly.
NSG-530 | Epidemiology | 3 credits
Introductory graduate-level course intended to provide students with fundamental epidemiology concepts and methods which can
be applied to their field of interest.
NSG-531 | Cultural Care of Populations and Community Assessment | 3 credits
This course is focused on the delivery of culturally appropriate community based health care and on the issues of culture,
ethnicity and socio-economic background as they contribute to the growing disparities in health care outcomes. Students will
engage in a 12 hour field experience in a health care facility or school system where they will provide health screening and health
education services to children and families.
NSG-532 | Leadership in Health Promotion/Disease Prevention | 3 credits
Structured practical experience following a contract or plan, supervised by faculty and practitioners.
NSG-533 | Research and Evidence Based Practice | 3 credits
This course expands students? critical abilities and knowledge by providing an introduction to the research methodologies
essential to providing evidence-based advanced nursing care to diverse populations within a variety of settings. This course also
examines the strengths and challenges of the evidence-based model as a guide for clinical practice. Students acquire the basic
competencies necessary to identify, read, evaluate, and interpret findings from nursing and other relevant research studies to
identify knowledge and information related to clinical practice. Students also are expected to utilize these competencies to ensure
better-quality health care for all people.
NSG-534 | APHN Capstone I | 3 credits
The Capstone Experience is the centerpiece of the program. This course places students in health related settings to work on
projects of mutual interest to the agency or organization and the student. The experience gives students the opportunity to apply
the knowledge and skills they have acquired through their academic course work to a problem involving the health of the
community.
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NSG-535 | Role of APRN in Public Health Disasters | 3 credits
The contribution and leadership role of Community health nursing will be defined from the public health core functions and
essential public health services including (a) assessment of community assets and needs; (b) assurance of competent entry-level
practitioners and (c) advocacy for populations through contributions to policy development.
NSG-536 | Community Based Participatory Research and Project Implementation | 3 credits
A study of Community Based Participatory Research (CBPR), as interdisciplinary research methodology in which scientific
professionals and members of a specific community work together as equal partners in the development, implementation, and
dissemination of research that is relevant to the community.
NSG-537 | Health Policy Leadership | 3 credits
An exploration of the nurse’s role in health care policy and planning and information systems. Overview of issues in health care
policy and planning, including the socio-political and economic context of health and health-seeking behaviors. Health care
policy and planning at the local, state, and federal levels will be explored.
NSG-538 | APHN Capstone II | 3 credits
This course places students in health related settings to work on projects of mutual interest to the agency or organization and the
student. The experience gives students the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills they have acquired through their
academic course work to a problem involving the health of the community.
PED-540 | Organizing and Administering Physical Education/Athletic Programs | 3 credits
This course is designed to help inservice physical education teachers and/or coaches deepen their understanding of the
organization and management theory undergirding physical education and sports programs within school systems. Emphasis is
primarily placed on the elementary and secondary level physical education programs as well as athletic programs at the high
school level. Prerequisite: must be a current physical education instructor.
SPE-560 | Teaching the Exceptional Individual | 3 credits
This course is designed to increase the regular classroom teacher's knowledge and understanding of teaching students with
physical, mental, emotional, and medical exceptionalities. Etiology, characteristics, and federal regulations affecting educational
programming of students with disabilities and exceptionalities are emphasized. The IEP/ITP/IFSP process is presented in an
effort to deepen an inservice teacher's working understanding of each process.
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BOARD OF TRUSTEES
2011-2012
Chair: Ms. Jean Reed
Vice Chair: Mr. Jeff Wolfgram
Secretary: S. Clarice Korger
Treasurer: Mr. Michael Healy
S. Penny Bingham
Fr. James Bream
S. Mildred Busch
Dr. William Cahoy
Ms. J.P. Duniphan
Mr. Chad Ekroth
S. Ramona Fallon
Dr. Richard Foster
Ms. Peggy Frank
Mr. Tom Harmon
Ms. Arlene Heine
Ms. Kitty Higgins
S. Marietta Kerkvliet
Ms. Gerry Likness
Ms. Kathy Nordstrom
S. Norma Norton
Ms. Marlene Rance
Mr. Steve Slowey
Mr. Dan Specht
S. Marlene Stetz
Mr. Scott Swier
Mr. James Wintz
Mr. Robert Zylstra
Joseph N. Benoit, Ph.D., President
PRESIDENTS
Mother M. Jerome Schmitt 1936-1957
Sister Evangeline Anderson 1957-1974
Dr. Bruce Weier 1974-1977
Dr. William Tucker 1977-1983
Sister Jacquelyn Ernster 1983-1996
Dr. Mark Hurtubise 1996-2001
Dr. Carrol Krause 2001-2002
Dr. James T. Barry 2002-2010
Dr. Carrol Krause 2010-2011
Dr. Joseph N. Benoit
2011-Present
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FACULTY
Division of Arts & Humanities
Anders, Paul (2010) Assistant Professor. Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Madison, 2009; M.A., University of Wisconsin-
Madison, 2001; M.Div., Trinity International University, 1997; M.A., San Diego State University, 1993; B.S., University of
California-Los Angeles, 1986.
Binder, Sister Cynthia, OSB (1958) Associate Professor. M.A., Georgetown University, 1988; M.A., University of South Dakota,
1958; B.A., Mount Marty College, 1957.
Ciernick, Helen M. (2008) Assistant Professor, Ph. D., The Catholic University of America, DC, 2003; M.A., University of Notre
Dame, IN, 1987; B.A., University of San Diego, CA, 1983.
English, Stephen (2009) Instructor, Designer/Technical Director, Theatre. M.F.A., University of Oklahoma, 2009; M.A.,
Oklahoma City, University, 2005; B.R.Ed., Prairie Bible College, 1993.
Hausmann, Janis (1999) Associate Professor/Director of Learning Center. Ph.D., University of South Dakota, 2003; M.A.,
University of South Dakota, 1974; B.A., University of South Dakota, 1969.
Henrickson, Andrew (1997) Division Chair/Associate Professor, Director of Theatre. M.F.A., University of South Dakota, 1987;
B.S., South Dakota State University, 1982.
Huber, Marvin (2003) Assistant Professor. M.A., University of South Dakota 1975; B.A., University of South Dakota, 1969.
Huff, Andrew (2010) Instructor. M.A., University of Nebraska 2001; B.A., University of Nebraska, 1994.
Kahle, David (1991) Associate Professor/Director of Bede Art Gallery. M.F.A., University of South Dakota, 1987; B.F.A.,
Bowling Green State University, Ohio,
1984.
Lillie, Erin (2009) Lecturer. M.M., University of South Dakota, 2006; B.A., Briar Cliff University, 2004.
Lofthus, Richard (1989) Professor. D.A., University of North Dakota, 1988; M.A., University of North Dakota, 1983; B.S.Ed.,
University of North Dakota, 1979; Diploma of Christian Studies, Regent College, 1977; B.A., University of North Dakota, 1976.
Reese, James (2006) Associate Professor/Director of the Great Plains Writers Tour/Editor, Paddlefish. Ph.D., University of
Nebraska-Lincoln, 2006; M.A., University of Nebraska-Omaha, 2002; B.S., Wayne State College, 1996.
Rettedal, Dean (1982) Associate Professor/Director of Bands. M.M., University of
South Dakota, 1976; B.F.A., University of South Dakota, 1971.
Simmons, James (2003) Associate Professor. Ph.D., University of North Dakota, 1983; M.A., University of North Dakota, 1979;
M.A, University of North Dakota, 1976; Graduate Diploma in Theology, Melbourne College of Divinity, 2008; B.A., Davis and
Elkins College, 1974.
Sullivan, James (1984) Professor. Ph.D., St. Louis University, 1982; M.A., Creighton University, 1974; B.A., Creighton
University, 1972.
Talsma, Georgia (1998) Assistant Professor. M.A., University of South Dakota, 1975; B.S., Southern State College, 1969.
Thurow, Joshua (2008) Assistant Professor. Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Madison, 2007; M.A. University of Wisconsin-
Madison, 2004; B.S., University of Wisconsin-Madison, 1999.
Vogt, Sean (2007) Associate Professor. D.M.A., Michigan State University, 2005; M.M., M.M., Southern Methodist University,
1999; B.A., Central College, 1996.
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Division of Education
Brown, Sandra (1972) Director of Library/College Archivist/Assistant Professor. M.A., University of South Dakota, 1979; B.A.,
Mount Marty College, 1972.
Climer, Candice (2010) Instructor. M.A., University of South Dakota, 2008; B.A., Mount Marty College, 2005.
Chrystal, Sister Candyce, OSB (1991) Associate Professor. Ph.D., Marquette University, 1991; M.Ed., Marquette University,
1989; B.A., Mount Marty College, 1973.
Hof, Chris Conroy (1993) Associate Professor. Ed.D., University of South Dakota, 1994; Ed.S., University of Missouri, 1990;
M.A., University of South Dakota, 1984; B.S., University of South Dakota, 1982.
Holzwarth, Andrew (2002) Instructor/Athletic Trainer. M.A., University of South Dakota, 2002; B.A. Dakota Wesleyan
University, 1999.
Miller, Mary (1974) Assistant Professor/Director of Field Placement. M.A., University of South Dakota, 1987; B.A., Mount
Marty College, 1971.
Riibe, Erin (2009) Instructor. M.A., University of South Dakota, 2007; B.A. Mount Marty College, 2003.
Shudak, Nicholas (2007) Department and Division Chair/Assistant Professor. Ph.D., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill,
2009; M.S.Ed., Northern Illinois University, 2003; B.S.Ed., Northern Illinois University, 1999.
Tereshinski, Robert (1987) Vice President & Dean for Academic Affairs/Assistant Professor. M.A., University of South Dakota,
1970; B.A., Yankton College, 1968.
Thorson, James (1995) Assistant Professor/Head Men’s Basketball Coach. M.S., South Dakota State University, 1976; B.S.,
South Dakota State University, 1968.
Division of Natural Sciences
Buitrago-Suarez, Uriel (2009) Assistant Professor. Ph.D., Southern Illinois University, 2005; M.S., National University
Colombia, 1995; B.S., National Pedagogic University, 1987.
DeWitt, Krisma (2000) Division Chair/Associate Professor. Ed.D., University of South Dakota, 2003; M.S., Kansas State
University, 1986; B.S., South Dakota State University, 1978.
Gacnik, Sister Bonita, OSB (1989) Professor. Ph.D., Nova Southeastern University 2003; M.A., University of South Dakota,
1989 & 1988; B.S., Southern Colorado State College, 1970.
Geiser, Vicki (2010) Assistant Professor of Biology. Ph.D., University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 2006; M.S., University of Nebraska-
Lincoln, 2001; B.S., University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 1998.
Gruver, Stephanie (2003) Assistant Professor. M.S., Purdue University, 2001; B.S., Purdue University, 1999.
Rajpara, Vikul (2011) Assistant Professor. Ph.D., University of South Dakota, 2010; M.A., University of South Dakota, 2006;
M.S., Shri, J.P. Arts and Science College, 2003; B.S., Shri, J.P. Arts and Science College, 2001.
Saunders, Nancy (2009) Laboratory Coordinator. D.V.M., Virginia Polytech Inst. 1989; M.S., University of Georgia, 1985;
M.Ed., University of Georgia, 1981; B.S., University of Georgia, 1980.
Schaeffer, Arnold (2011) Instructor. Ed.S., University of South Dakota, 2007; M.A., University of South Dakota, 1999; B.S.,
University of South Dakota, 1992.
Sorenson, James (1991) Associate Professor. Ph D., University of Georgia, 1986; M.S., University of Hawaii, 1980; B.S.,
University of Minnesota, 1977.
Wu, Chun (2005) Associate Professor. Ph.D., University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, 2004; M.S., Sichuan University
Chengdu, P.R. China 1996; B.S. Sichuan University, Chengdu, P.R. China, 1990.
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Division of Nursing
Burt, Sister Kathryn, OSB (2006) Assistant Professor. Ph.D. Catholic University of America, 2007; M.S.N., Catholic University
of America, 2003, B.S., Mount Marty College, 1993.
Buttolph, Anne (2010) Instructor. M.S.N., University South Alabama, 2007; B.S.N., St. Francis College of Nursing, 1992; B.S.,
University of Illinois, 1989.
Haas, Sister Sharon Ann, OSB (1994) Assistant Professor. M.S., St. Louis University, 1993; B.S., Mount Marty College, 1970.
Holzbauer, Sister Esther, OSB (1972) Assistant Professor. M.S.N., University of Nebraska Medical Center, 1977; B.S., Mount
Marty College, 1964.
Jones, Amy (2011) Assistant Professor. Ed.D., University of South Dakota, 2005; M.S.N., South Dakota State University, 1996;
B.S.N., South Dakota State University, 1989; Sioux Valley School of Nursing, 1980.
Kelley, Jacqueline (2008) Division Chair/Director of Nursing Program/Professor. D.N.P., Case Western Reserve University, 1996;
M.P.H., University of Minnesota,1986; C.P.N.P., University of Colorado, 1981; B.S.N., South Dakota State University,1972.
Lemmer, Sister Corinne, OSB (1988) Professor. Ph.D., University of Utah, 1988; M.S., University of Utah, 1985; B.S., Mount
Marty College, 1974.
Luger, Shelly (2004) Assistant Professor, Assistant Director of Nursing Program. M.S.N., Indiana State University, 2009; B.S.N.,
University of Nebraska Medical Center, 2003; R.N., Bryan School of Nursing, 1991; BA., Biology, Concordia University, 1989.
Mains, William (2008) Lecturer. B.S.N., University of Iowa, 1978; A.S., Marshalltown Community College, 1976.
McGinnis, Jennifer (2007) Instructor. Coordinator of LPN Program. B.S.N., Mount Marty College, 1992.
Sees, Darcie (2003) Assistant Professor. M.A.N., Bethel College, 2003; B.S., Mount Marty College, 1997.
Stewart, Carol (2009) Lecturer. M.S., University of South Dakota, 2006; B.S.N., Mount Marty College, 1995.
Walkes, Mary (2001) Instructor. M.S.N., South Dakota State University, 2003; B.S., South Dakota State University, 1974.
Webert, Gayle (2008) Lecturer. M.S.N., South Dakota State University, 2009; B.S.N., Morningside College, 2001.
Division of Nurse Anesthesia
Dahlen, Larry (1994) Associate Professor. Ph.D., University of Nebraska, 2007; M.S., University of North Dakota, 1989; B.S.,
Moorhead State University, 1985.
Krogh, Mary Anne (2011) Assistant Professor. Ph.D., South Dakota State University, 2011; M.S., Saint Mary’s University of
Minnesota, 1995; B.S.N., South Dakota State University, 1985.
Lupien, Alfred (2007) Director of Nurse Anesthesia Program/Professor. Ph.D., University of Hawaii, 1995; M.S.N., University of
Alabama at Birmingham, 1989; B.S.N., University of Maryland, 1976.
Lupien, Donna (2010) Instructor. M.H.S., Texas Wesleyan University, 1992; B.S.N., Winona State University, 1985.
Putnam, Robert (1994) Assistant Professor. M.Ed., University of Wyoming, 1968; B.S., University of South Dakota, 1976; A.A.
Nursing., University of South Dakota, 1974; B.S., Northern State University, 1963.
Division of Social Sciences
DeWitt, Dana (2005) Professor. Ph.D., South Dakota State University, 1989; M.S., South Dakota State University, 1986; B.S.,
South Dakota State University, 1984.
Ferris, Alan (1992) Professor/Director of Assessment. Ph.D., Kansas State University, 1992; M.S., Kansas State University,
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1990; B.S., Kearney State College, 1988.
Gross, Charles (2010) Assistant Professor. A.B.A., National Commercial Lending School, 1984; M.B.A., University of Iowa,
1977; B.A., Oakland University, 1969.
Hofer, Lori (2009) Instructor. M.P.A., University of South Dakota, 2007; B.A., University of South Dakota, 2007.
Lincoln, Lori (1987) Associate Professor. M.A., University of South Dakota, 1985; B.A., Wayne State College, 1980.
Nelson, Terry (2001) Division Chair/Associate Professor. Ph.D., South Dakota State University, 2001; M.S., South Dakota State
University, 1993; B.S., South Dakota State University, 1989.
Sejnoha, Joseph (1984) Associate Professor. M.B.A., University of South Dakota, 1984; B.A., Yankton College, 1980; AAS
University of South Dakota, 1979.
Professor and Faculty Emeriti
Kessler, Sister Ann, OSB, Professor Emerita. Ph.D., University of Notre Dame, 1963; M.A., Creighton University, 1957; B.A.,
Mount Marty College, 1953.
Kilzer, Sister Laeticia, OSB, Professor Emerita. Ph.D., University of Notre Dame, 1960; M.A., University of South Dakota, 1955;
B.A., College of St. Benedict, 1950.
Klimisch, Sister Jeanette, OSB, Professor Emerita. M.A., Catholic University of America, 1953; B.A., St. Mary-of-the-Woods
College, 1943.
Koch, Sister Virgil, OSB, Faculty Emerita. M.S., New York University at Stonybrook, 1977; B.S.N., Marquette University, 1954;
Diploma, Sacred Heart School of Anesthesia, 1947; Diploma, Sacred Heart School of Nursing, 1946.
Neville, Sister Eileen, OSB, Professor Emerita. Ph.D., St. Louis University, 1958; A.B., Mount Marty College, 1953.
Quintus, Sister Marcine, OSB, Professor Emerita. Ph.D. The Union Institute, 1985; Med/N, Columbia University, NY, 1974;
BSN, Creighton University, 1958; Diploma Sacred Heart School of Nursing, 1954.
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