2011–2013 NMC Catalog - Northwestern Michigan College
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Mission<strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> provides lifelonglearning opportunities to our communities.Institutional AccreditationAccredited by the Higher Learning Commissionand a member of the North Central Association.30 N. LaSalle, Suite 2400Chicago, IL 60602(800) 621-7440www.ncahigherlearningcommission.orgProgram Accreditations• American Culinary Federation• American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation• Bureau of Automotive Regulation–State of <strong>Michigan</strong>• Federal Aviation Administration/Federal Aviation RegulationPart 141 approved• International Accreditation by United States Coast Guard• International Accreditation by the United States Maritime Administration• <strong>Michigan</strong> Board of Nursing• <strong>Michigan</strong> Commission on Law Enforcement Standards• <strong>Michigan</strong> Corrections Officers Training CouncilMain Campus1701 East Front Street,Traverse City, <strong>Michigan</strong> 49686(231) 995-1000 or(231) 995-1038 TDD(TelecommunicationsDevice for the Deaf)Call toll-free (800) 748-0566www.nmc.eduNon-Discrimination Policy<strong>NMC</strong> does not discriminate in admission, campus activities, education, employment,housing, public accommodation, or public service on the basis of age, color, disability,handicap, height, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion,gender, sexual orientation, veteran’s status, or weight. No act of retaliation shall occurto any person making a charge, filing a complaint, testifying or participating in anydiscrimination investigation or proceeding.This catalog is in effect starting Fall Semester 2011 through Summer Session 2013.The contents of this catalog are accurate at the time of printing, April 2011. For mostcurrent information, consult the website: www.nmc.edu. The <strong>NMC</strong> Board of Trusteesreserves the right to make changes without notice.<strong>NMC</strong> Board of TrusteesRobert T. Brick, ChairWilliam D. Myers, Vice-ChairDouglas S. Bishop, SecretarySusan K. Sheldon, TreasurerK. Ross ChildsCheryl Gore FolletteWalter J. Hooper<strong>NMC</strong> PresidentTimothy J. Nelson
Programs & Areas of Study IndexAccounting............................................................ 11, 60, 64Administrative Support Specialist........................... 11, 64Anthropology.............................................................. 19, 60Art/Fine Arts............................................................... 15, 60Astronomy...................................................................18, 60AutomotiveAutomotive Service Technology............................... 20, 65Electrial and Drivability Specialist........................... 20, 65Hybrid Technology Specialist..................................20, 66Master Automotive Technician................................20, 66Under Car Specialist................................................20, 66Aviation........................................................................ 10, 67Biology.........................................................................18, 60Bridge Learning Community.....................................20, 67Business Administration..................................... 11, 60, 68Concentrations in Computer Applications,Entrepreneur, Management and Marketing.Business Administration Online............................... 11, 69CAD/CAM DraftingCAD/CAM Detailer - Advanced Manufacturing....20, 69CAD/CAM Drafter - Mechanical...........................20, 70CAD/CAM Trainee - Mechanical...........................20, 70Chemistry....................................................................18, 60Child Development............................................... 19, 60, 70Clerical Support......................................................... 11, 71Communications........................................................12, 60Computer StudiesComputer Information Technology - General.......... 11, 71CIT Developer......................................................... 11, 72Infrastructure........................................................... 11, 72Infrastructure Specialist I, II, III.............................. 11, 73Industry Certifications..............................................11, 74Office Applications Specialist....................................11, 74Support Specialist..................................................... 11, 75Web Developer I, II, III........................................... 11, 75Construction TechnologyCarpentry Technology............................................. 20, 76Electrical Technology............................................... 20, 76Facilities Maintenance.............................................. 20, 76HVAC/R Technology.............................................. 20, 76Plumbing Technology..............................................20, 77Renewable Energy Technology - Electrical...............20, 77Renewable Energy Technology - HVAC..................20, 78Criminal Justice......................................................... 19, 60Culinary Arts............................................................... 11, 79Dance........................................................................... 15, 62Dental Assistant......................................................... 14, 80Economics....................................................................19, 61Education.....................................................................19, 61Engineering................................................................. 18, 61English......................................................................... 12, 61Electronics Technology............................................. 20, 81Entrepreneurship........................................................11, 81Environmental Science.............................................. 18, 61Freshwater Studies.............................................. 13, 61, 82General Liberal Arts/Science......................................... 61General Studies................................................................ 61Geography....................................................................19, 61Geology..............................................................................62History......................................................................... 15, 62Law Enforcement....................................................... 19, 82Legal Assistant (under discontinuance plan).............. 11, 82Manufacturing Technology.......................................20, 83MaritimeMaritime..................................................................16, 84Deck Officer............................................................ 16, 85Engineering Officer..................................................16, 86Power Plant Facilities Operator................................ 16, 87Mathematics............................................................... 18, 62Modern Languages....................................................12, 62Music........................................................................... 15, 62NursingAssociate Degree...................................................... 14, 88LPN to ADN Completion....................................... 14, 89Practical................................................................... 14, 90Philosophy & Religion................................................ 15, 62Physical Education......................................................17, 63Physics......................................................................... 18, 63Plant Science, Applied ..............................................63, 92Political Science......................................................... 19, 63Pre-Law.............................................................................63Pre-Med.............................................................................63Psychology.................................................................. 19, 63Respiratory Therapy.................................................. 14, 92Science and Arts..............................................................63Social Work................................................................. 19, 63Sociology..................................................................... 19, 63Technical Management Administration.................. 11, 93Theater.........................................................................12, 62Visual CommunicationsVisual Communications..................................... 15, 63, 93Creative Management in Art Direction.............. 15, 63, 93Welding Technology...................................................20, 94www.nmc.edu
2011-2012 Academic CalendarFALL SEMESTER 2011Registration Begins April 13Tuition Payment Due August 9Classes Begin August 27<strong>College</strong> Closed Sept. 3-5(Labor Day holidayobserved)Classes Cancelled October 18<strong>College</strong> Closed Nov. 23(Thanksgiving holiday (after 5 p.m.) -observed) Nov. 27Classes End Dec. 18Grades Available Dec. 22<strong>College</strong> Closed Dec. 24 -(combined winter January 1holidays observed)SPRING SEMESTER 2012Registration Begins Nov. 9, 2011Tuition Payment Due January 3, 2012Classes Begin January 13Spring Break March 26 -(No Classes) April 1<strong>College</strong> Closed April 6-8Honors Convocation May 4Commencement May 5Classes End May 6Grades Available May 10SUMMER SESSION 2012Registration Begins Nov. 9, 2011Tuition Payment Due May 8, 2012Classes Begin May 12<strong>NMC</strong> BBQ May 20<strong>College</strong> Closed May 26-28(Memorial Dayholiday observed)<strong>College</strong> Closed July 4(Independence Dayholiday observed)Classes End August 8Grades Available August 11Table of ContentsPrograms & Areas of Study Index.................................. 1Welcome............................................................................ 3<strong>College</strong> Overview........................................................... 4Facilities......................................................................... 5Community Resources................................................... 8Learning Opportunities................................................... 9New Student Checklist.................................................. 9Academic Areas....................................................... 10-20Online & Other Flexible Learning Options..................21University Center.................................................... 22-23Extended Educational Services..................................... 24Student Services............................................................ 25Admissions................................................................... 26Advising Center........................................................... 28Bookstore..................................................................... 29Cashier Services........................................................... 29Center for Learning...................................................... 29Class Cancellations/<strong>College</strong> Closure............................ 30COMPASS Placement Testing..................................... 30Computer Labs............................................................. 30Disability Support Services.......................................... 30Financial Aid.................................................................31Scholarships and Grants............................................... 35Graduation................................................................... 42Health Services............................................................ 42Housing....................................................................... 42Intramural Sports/Recreation...................................... 43Library......................................................................... 43Orientation for New Students...................................... 44Parking......................................................................... 44Personal Counseling..................................................... 44Phi Theta Kappa.......................................................... 44Records & Registration................................................ 44Student Government.....................................................45Student Life...................................................................45Tuition, Billing & Fees................................................. 46Tutoring....................................................................... 47Upward Bound............................................................. 47Veterans....................................................................... 47Welcome Center........................................................... 48Writing Center............................................................. 48Program Information..................................................... 49Charting Your Course of Study.................................... 50General Education........................................................51Degrees & Certificates..................................................51Group 1 & 2 Courses..............................................51, 56Degree Requirements................................................... 52Course Learning Options............................................. 58Be Prepared to Transfer................................................ 59Transfer Options (Areas of Study)................................ 60Occupational Specialty Programs................................. 64Course Descriptions...................................................... 95Student Handbook........................................................161Student Rights & Responsibilities...............................162Academic Polices.........................................................170Right to Know, Safety and Security............................173Faculty and Staff...........................................................175Glossary and Index.......................................................187Application for Admission................................ Insert card<strong>NMC</strong> Campus Maps................................ Inside back coverwww.nmc.edu
<strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>2011 - 2013 <strong>Catalog</strong>Timothy J. NelsonPresident“<strong>NMC</strong>’s faculty and staff take pride in seeing studentsachieve their goals. Whatever you’re looking for, we arededicated to helping make sure you find it here.”Why shouldyou attend<strong>NMC</strong>?• More than 90 percent of <strong>NMC</strong> graduates and transfer stu- .dents consistently report accomplishing their educational .goal and say that <strong>NMC</strong> is a good value for the money• Small classes, personal attention: <strong>NMC</strong>’s average class sizeis 20 students• Dedicated faculty members• More than 60 programs of study• Online learning options• On-campus housing options• The <strong>NMC</strong> Foundation, thanks to local donors, offers more.. .scholarship dollars to more students than any communitycollege in <strong>Michigan</strong>• The average earnings of a student with an <strong>NMC</strong> AssociateDegree are more than one-third higher than a student witha high school diploma• Fifty bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programsavailable at <strong>NMC</strong>’s University Center, the largest highereducation partnership in <strong>Michigan</strong>, with 9 universities<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.“I’m still really connected to <strong>NMC</strong>.I think I’ve taken a class everysemester since 1993. I love it here.”Kandace ChappleEditor and Co-Publisher,Grand Traverse Woman magazineA.S.A., <strong>NMC</strong> - 1995B.B.A., Davenport University at <strong>NMC</strong>’s University Center - 1997Business, Ferris State University at <strong>NMC</strong>’s University Center - 2001Welcomewww.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGWelcome<strong>NMC</strong>. Find it here.MOverviewHistory<strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> was founded in 1951 by localcitizens who wanted to provide an affordable college educationfor area residents. Starting out in temporary headquartersat the airport terminal building in Traverse City, <strong>NMC</strong> nowhas a spacious 100-acre main campus located east of downtown,between the east and west arms of Grand Traverse Bay.Four additional campuses provide facilities for comprehensiveprograms and community services:• University Center - Opened in 1995, this facility onBoardman Lake offers bachelor’s completion programsand advanced degrees in partnership with nine <strong>Michigan</strong> .colleges and universities.• Aero Park Campus - Located at Traverse City’s .Airport Industrial Park, facilities there house <strong>NMC</strong>’saviation, workforce development and trade and .technical programs, including automobile service.technology and renewable energy.• Great Lakes Campus - Opened in 2003 on West Bay,facilities include the Great Lakes Maritime Academy,the Great Lakes Culinary Institute, the Great Lakes...Water Studies Institute and the Hagerty Center.• Rogers Observatory - Opened in 1981, more than .100,000 community members have visited the .Observatory south of Traverse City for regular public .viewing nights as well as for special celestial events .like comets and eclipses.Calendar<strong>NMC</strong> operates on a semester calendar. There are two15-week semesters, fall and spring, plus many short-formatofferings and shorter sessions during the summer.Degrees<strong>NMC</strong> offers Associate in Science and Arts, Associate in .Applied Science, Associate in General Studies, AssociateDegree in Nursing and career certificates in more than 50programs. (Complete list available at nmc.edu./programs)The <strong>NMC</strong> University Center offers bachelor’s completion andadvanced degrees. <strong>NMC</strong> has committed to a statewide agreementthat helps students transfer credits earned at <strong>NMC</strong> toparticipating four-year colleges and universities.Campus Housing<strong>NMC</strong> provides a residence hall, plus apartment buildings .on main campus. See pages 42-43.Financial AidMore than half of <strong>NMC</strong> students receive financial aidthrough scholarships, loans, grants and on-campus .employment. See pages 31-41.LocationTraverse City, <strong>Michigan</strong> is in the northwestern part of<strong>Michigan</strong>’s lower peninsula and is accessible by U.S. 31/.M-37 from the north and south and M-72 from the east .and west. Traverse City is the hub of the growing five-.county region, home to about 165,000 year-round residents.Traverse City is known as the Cherry Capital of the Worlddue to the prevalence of tart cherry trees, and as a four-.season resort area with a growing reputation for food.and wine.EnrollmentApproximately 5,400 students enroll in credit courses each .semester. An additional 10,000 enroll in non-credit coursesand workshops annually. More than half of <strong>NMC</strong>’s academicstudents are between 18 and 25 years old. The average .student age is 27, factoring in the many adults in the regionwho choose to continue their education. More than 80 percentof students live in <strong>NMC</strong>’s five-county service area.www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGWelcomeHealth & Science BuildingFacilitiesMain CampusFine Arts BuildingMMain Campus1701 East Front Street, Traverse City, <strong>Michigan</strong>Apartment Buildings<strong>NMC</strong> has three apartment buildings providing one and twobedroom apartments for married couples and single parents.Beckett BuildingThis building was named for James J. Beckett, Chair Emer-.itus of the <strong>NMC</strong> Board of Trustees and longtime volunteeron behalf of the college. The building has six general purposeclassrooms, three multi-media classrooms, one computer lab,and one distance learning classroom. It also has faculty .offices, a conference room and several study areas.Biederman BuildingThis building contains general purpose classrooms, studentinteraction areas, one computer lab, Student Health Services,and faculty offices for Health Occupations, Science andMath. It is named for <strong>NMC</strong> founder Les Biederman, chair .of the first Board of Trustees.Dennos Museum CenterThis major museum facility, named for donors Michaeland Barbara Dennos, includes three galleries for changingexhibitions, an interactive gallery for children, and a galleryfor <strong>NMC</strong>’s collection of Inuit art. It also features a classroomsizetheater and sculpture court gallery. The 367-seat .William and Helen Milliken Auditorium has an open stageand offers performance space for <strong>NMC</strong> music, drama, anddance departments as well as community and visiting groups.East HallThis residence hall houses about 200 students and offices .for the residence life staff. It was remodeled in 2002.Founders HallThe office of Institutional Advancement, <strong>NMC</strong> Foundation,Public Relations, and two conference rooms are located here.Health and Science BuildingThis 54,700 square-foot building features state-of-the-artteaching laboratories for science courses such as chemistry,biology, physics, and geology; and for health courses such .as dental and nursing. There are also six general purposeclassrooms and many interactive spaces for students in .study rooms and hallways. The spacious lobby features the<strong>NMC</strong> Welcome Center and the building is connected to .the Biederman Building at its southeast corner.Okerstrom Fine Arts BuildingThis building has studios, classrooms and an 84-seat .recital hall. In 2000 this building was named in honor .of Shirley S. Okerstrom, former member and chair of .the <strong>NMC</strong> Board of Trustees and a supporter of the arts.Oleson Center for Continuing EducationThis conference center, remodeled in 2006, features threemeeting rooms which can be used separately or as one .large room, a teaching kitchen and a multi-purpose room.The Oleson Center was named in honor of the Gerald and .Frances Oleson family which has provided long-term .support of the college through the annual Barbecue and .other donations.Dennos Museum Centerwww.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGWelcomeMain CampusFacilitiesWise MemorialClock TowerGreat Lakes CampusMMain Campus continued1701 East Front Street, Traverse City, <strong>Michigan</strong>Osterlin BuildingThe Osterlin Building was named after Dr. Mark Osterlinand Mrs. Helen Osterlin. In this building are the OsterlinLibrary, the Center for Learning, Educational Media Technologies,Advising Center, classrooms and computers.Rajkovich Physical Education CenterThis building has a gymnasium, fitness center, dance studio,and classrooms. In 1969, it was named after Nick Rajkovich,a former faculty member who developed the <strong>NMC</strong> physicaleducation program. In 2000, Frances Rajkovich’s name wasadded to the building in recognition of her generous supportof <strong>NMC</strong>.Scholars HallThis building contains general purpose classrooms, the .photography laboratory, faculty offices for Communicationsand Social Sciences, Writing Center and many student .study areas.Tanis BuildingThis building was named for Preston N. Tanis, the firstpresident of <strong>NMC</strong> who directed the college from 1951-1970and wrote its first history. In this building are the offices ofAdmissions and Financial aid.Welcome CenterThis information headquarters is located in the lobby of theHealth and Science Building.West Hall & Student CenterRemodeled in 2002, West Hall houses the college’s foodservice, the campus bookstore as well as the office of StudentLife, Personal Counseling and Student Government.Wise Memorial Clock TowerLocated south of East Hall on the main campus, the clocktower was named for benefactors Harold and Imogene Wiseand was erected with private donations from <strong>NMC</strong> founderLes Biederman, the Wise family, and <strong>NMC</strong> faculty and staff.MGreat Lakes Campus715 East Front Street at Barlow Avenue, Traverse CityThis facility on the West Bay waterfront houses the GreatLakes Maritime Academy, the Great Lakes Culinary Institute,the Great Lakes Water Studies Institute, and the HagertyCenter. The two buildings are connected by a glass exhibitionhall to preserve views of the bay.Hagerty CenterThe Hagerty Center is a full-service banquet and conferencingfacility located at the Great Lakes Campus, providingstate-of-the-art technology and a professional staff. Formore information, contact a Hagerty Center representativeat (231) 995-3100.Hagerty Center Great Lakes Maritime Academy Culinary Institutewww.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGWelcomeAutomotive Technology Aviation Aero Park CampusFacilitiesMAero Park CampusAero Park Drive, Airport Industrial Park, Traverse CityParsons-Stulen Building2600 Aero Park DriveThis facility provides training in the areas of manufacturing,aviation, and information technology. Named after John T.Parsons and Frank L. Stulen, local innovators who created“numerical control,” this facility contains a flexible learningenvironment, computer labs, an interactive television classroom,conference room and faculty and staff offices. Otherofferings include organizational Training and Research.Aero park laboratories2525 Aero Park DriveAero Park Laboratories (APL) is <strong>NMC</strong>’s newest campusbuilding. Located on the Aero Park campus, across from .the Automotive Technologies building, it is home to <strong>NMC</strong>’s.Construction Technology and Renewable Energy programs.Automotive Technology Building2510 Aero Park DriveThis facility contains the Automotive Service .Technology Program.Aviation Building2600 Aero Park DriveThis building contains the Flight Training Device (FTD) .for the <strong>NMC</strong> Flight Program. An adjacent hangar providesaircraft parking space.MObservatory1753 Birmley Road, between Garfield and Keystone roads,south of Traverse CityRogers ObservatoryThis facility is named after former science/math divisiondirector and instructor Joseph H. Rogers, who spearheadedconstruction. The structure contains a classroom area, dome,telescope and darkroom. It was constructed to house astronomyclasses and provide an educational program for communitygroups. The Grand Traverse Astronomical Societyconducts regular programs at the Observatory.MUniversity Center Campus2200 Dendrinos Drive, off Cass Road between 14th Streetand South Airport Road, Traverse CityThis campus is home to <strong>NMC</strong>’s nine University Centerpartners, who offer more than 50 bachelor’s completion andadvanced degree programs in the areas of business, educationand health and human services. <strong>NMC</strong>’s Extended Educationdivision and several business offices, including humanresources, are also housed here.Rogers ObservatoryUniversity CenterUniversity Center Campuswww.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGWelcomeCommunity ResourcesMDennos Museum Centerwww.dennosmuseum.org(231) 995-1055Programming in the visual and performing arts for the collegecommunity and the citizens of northwestern <strong>Michigan</strong>.Open to the public Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thur. until8 p.m., and Sun., 1 to 5 p.m. <strong>NMC</strong> students are admittedfree with student ID. Museum members are admitted free.MOsterlin Librarywww.nmc.edu/library(231) 995-1060Community members as well as students may use the .library facilities, including computers, and borrow books .free of charge. Photo ID is required for a library card or to .use computers. The library has an extensive collection of .research volumes, periodicals and government documents.MGreat Lakes WaterStudies Institutewww.nmc.edu/water(231) 995-1793Located at <strong>NMC</strong>’s Great Lakes Campus on West GrandTraverse Bay, <strong>NMC</strong>’s Water Studies Institute is strategicallypositioned to engage individuals and organizations to protect,wisely use, and manage the key resource of fresh water.MHagerty Centerwww.nmc.edu/hagerty(231) 995-3100Located at <strong>NMC</strong>’s Great Lakes Campus, the Hagerty .Center is a premier waterfront venue for lifelong learning.State-of-the-art conferencing facilities, space to seat up to .380 and an on-site chef and culinary facilities are available .to meet the needs of trade shows, conferences and banquets.MLobdell’s: A Teaching Restaurantwww.nmc.edu/culinaryReservations: (231) 995-3120Located at the Great Lakes Campus, Lobdell’s serves as aworking laboratory for culinary students and is open to thepublic for lunches and dinners in fall and spring semesters.MRogers Observatorywww.nmc.edu/observatory(231) 995-2300Named for the Joseph H. Rogers, the late science/math .division director and instructor who spearheaded the project. .Located south of Traverse City to take advantage of darkskies, the Grand Traverse Astronomical Society conductsregular programs at the Observatory.MTraining Serviceswww.nmc.edu/trainingAero Park Campus, (231) 995-2218Customer-focused solutions, active learning model training,on and off-site delivery – this is what you can expect from<strong>NMC</strong>’s Training Services. We help you gain a clearer understandingof your own processes and create an improvementplan developed through a facilitated event at your facility.Areas of focus include:Training and Coaching• Advanced Manufacturing• Lean Business Practices• Leadership and Team SkillsMW<strong>NMC</strong> Radiowww.wnmc.orgRequests: (231) 995-1090Located at 90.7 FM, W<strong>NMC</strong> is community radio. Most .of the people you hear on the air are just local people likeyourself who love great music and great radio. Volunteers .are always welcome.<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.www.nmc.edu
<strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>2011 - 2013 <strong>Catalog</strong>New Student ChecklistFind out about <strong>NMC</strong>q Explore the opportunities for study at <strong>NMC</strong> - visit www.nmc.edu orreview this <strong>NMC</strong> catalog.q Call the Welcome Center to schedule a tour, (231) 995-1135.Complete the Application for Admissionq Find it in this catalog, Schedule of Classes, at www.nmc.edu/admissionsor visit the <strong>NMC</strong> Admissions Office on the main floor of the Tanis Building.q Submit online, mail, or deliver it, along with the $20 fee, to the <strong>NMC</strong>Admissions Office, (231) 995-1054.q Request your high school transcript or GED scores, ACT scores, AP scores andcollege transcripts, where applicable, be sent to the Admissions Office.q Tour on-campus housing and find out more about our full-service residencehall and campus apartments.Apply for the Financial Assistance You Needq Go to www.fafsa.ed.gov online to complete and submit your Free Applicationfor Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). For more information, visit the Financial AidOffice on the main floor of the Tanis Building, visit www.nmc.edu/financialaidor call (231) 995-1035.q Check with your academic office to find out more about divisional scholarships.Complete Placement Testingq Take <strong>NMC</strong>’s COMPASS placement exam to make sure you are placed in theright courses. You may only need to take portions of the test:• If you have ACT scores in reading and writing of 19 or higher, you do not needto take the reading/writing portion.• If you have an ACT score of 19 or higher in math, you do not need to take themath portion unless you wish to take a class higher than your placement allows.(High school dual-enrolled students need 21 or higher.)q COMPASS testing is available daily through the Center for Learning inthe Osterlin Building. Evening and weekend hours are available, call(231) 995-2134. Visit www.nmc.edu/compass to prepare for the test.q Ideally COMPASS is completed before Orientation. If traveling from outof the area, placement testing may be completed on your Orientation date.Attend Orientationq All new students are required to attend. Choose a date and time atwww.nmc.edu/orientationq At Orientation you will get an overview of <strong>NMC</strong> and meet with an academicadvisor to schedule your classes.Register & Pay for Classesq Register early for best selection and pay according to the dates published in theSchedule of Classes.q Register and pay at Orientation, online at www.nmc.edu/selfservice or in theRecords and Registration Office. Stop by the Bookstore in West Hall and purchaseyour books.Learning Opportunitieswww.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGAcademic Area: AviationLearning OpportunitiesContact Informationwww.nmc.edu/aviation2600 Aero Park Drive(231) 995-1220(231) 929-7116 faxaviation@nmc.eduMemberships• University Aviation Association• NBAAAccreditationFederal Aviation AdministrationTransfer GuidesAvailable in the Advising Center,Osterlin, main level orwww.nmc.edu/advisingScholarshipsSee page 35-41, AviationAcademic Office, or visitwww.nmc.edu/financialaidFacilities• Single-engine aircraft• Multi-engine aircraft• 2 simulatorsOpportunities• Honors coursesAviationAccelerated flight programs, first-class instruction and great career opportunitiesawait those who enroll in <strong>NMC</strong>’s Aviation program. You’ll experience personal attentionfrom instructors as you work toward obtaining an associate or bachelor’s degree.The program, which is well-known in the airline industry, offers Private, Instrumentand Commercial certificates. <strong>NMC</strong> is one of the few community colleges to offertraining in Unmanned Aerial Systems as well as an international aviation partnershipthat will enable you to fly worldwide in countries accepting EASA/JAR-FCL andFAA pilot licenses.Program Highlights• FAA 141 and VA approved• Certificates/ratings in two years or less• Options to complete Multi-engine, Flight Instructorand Instrument Flight Instructor Ratings• Specialty courses including Unmanned AerialSystems designed to increase hiring potential• International aviation partnership that allows youto obtain both FAA and EASA/JAR-FCL licenses• In-house FAA flight testing• Four-season environment for quality training• Frasca simulator with 220-degree visual display system• Cross-country flight opportunities• Non-credit programs availableDegrees AvailableAssociate in Applied Science (AAS)....................................................................... 67Transfer Opportunities<strong>NMC</strong>’s University Center offers two bachelor’s degree program options foraviation students via partners Ferris State University and Davenport University.See page 22-23. After two years at <strong>NMC</strong>, you may move to their campuses, orremain in Traverse City and continue to pursue your degree at the UniversityCenter. Aviation faculty can advise you on bachelor’s degree completionprograms at other schools.10 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGAcademic Area: BusinessBusinessBusiness programs prepare you for immediate employment in today’s competitive,complex and changing business world or to transfer to a four-year school. The curriculumincludes business-specific classes and liberal arts studies.Students planning to enter the job market upon graduation generally pursue anAssociate in Applied Science (AAS) degree or a Certificate of Achievement. Thosewho plan to transfer to four-year institutions to pursue a bachelor’s degree shouldrefer to the requirements for the Associate in Science and Arts (ASA) degree. Duringyour first semester at <strong>NMC</strong>, you should consult an academic advisor for guidance inscheduling courses to meet your objectives.Degrees AvailableAssociate in Applied Science (AAS)Associate in Science and Arts (ASA)Certificates of AchievementOccupational Specialty ProgramsAccounting (AAS).................................................................................................64Administrative Support Specialist (Certificate).....................................................64Business Administration (AAS).............................................................................68with concentrations in Computer Applications, Entrepreneur,General Business, Management, and MarketingBusiness Administration - Online (AAS)..............................................................69Clerical Support (Certificate)................................................................................71Computer StudiesComputer Information Technology - General (AAS).........................................71Computer Information Technology - Developer (AAS).....................................71Computer Information Technology - Infrastructure (AAS)...............................72Infrastructure Specialist I, II and III (Certificates)..........................................73Industry Certifications....................................................................................... 74Office Applications Specialist (Certificate)........................................................ 74Support Specialist (Certificate)..........................................................................75Culinary Arts (AAS).............................................................................................79Culinary Arts (Certificate)....................................................................................79Entrepreneurship - Levels I and II (Certificates)................................................... 81Legal Assistant (AAS - under discontinuance plan)...............................................83Technical Management Administration (AAS).....................................................93Web Developer - Levels I, II and III (Certificates)................................................75Contact Informationwww.nmc.edu/businessJames Beckett Building(231) 995-1169(231) 995-1546 faxbusiness@nmc.eduAccreditationAmerican Culinary FederationTransfer GuidesAvailable in the Advising Center,Osterlin, main level orwww.nmc.edu/advisingScholarshipsSee page 35-41, BusinessAcademic Office, or visitwww.nmc.edu/financialaidFacilitiesThe James J. Beckett 204Computer Lab providesbusiness specific technologyresources to students.Internships• Academic• InternationalOpportunities• Honors coursesLearning OpportunitiesTransfer Options (Follow ASA Degree Requirements)Accounting............................................................................................................60Business Administration........................................................................................60Online & Other Learning Options• AAS Business Administration - General Business• ASA degree - Depending on the transfer college requirements, many requiredcourses can be taken online.• Computer Studies: Office Applications Specialist Certificatewww.nmc.edu11
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGAcademic Area: Freshwater StudiesFreshwater StudiesThis water focused program has an interdisciplinary approach designed to offer studentsflexibility and a variety of opportunities especially critical in these challengingeconomic times. The core program of studies includes Introduction to FreshwaterStudies, Watershed Science, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Oceanography,Meteorology and Climatology, and an Internship experience either locally or overseas.The degree is intended both for students who plan to enter the professional arena aswell as those who wish to further their studies at a four-year school.Degrees AvailableAssociate in Applied Science (AAS)Associate in Science and Arts (ASA)Concentration StreamsGlobal Freshwater Policy and Sustainability...........................................................82Economy and Society.............................................................................................82Science and Technology.........................................................................................82Transfer Options<strong>NMC</strong> has collaborated with Grand Valley State University to allow Freshwater Studiesstudents to go on to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies with an EnvironmentalLeadership emphasis at GVSU’s University Center location. All courses forboth <strong>NMC</strong> Associate of Science and Arts degree and GVSU Bachelor’s degree willbe offered in Traverse City.Contact Informationwww.nmc.edu/water<strong>NMC</strong> Great Lakes Campus(231) 995-1793(231) 995-1794 faxwater@nmc.eduTransfer GuidesAvailable in the Advising Center,Osterlin, main level orwww.nmc.edu/advisingScholarshipsSee page 35-41, Science andMath Office, or visitwww.nmc.edu/financialaidFacilities• Water analysis laboratory• R/V <strong>Northwestern</strong>research vessel• <strong>NMC</strong> float planeOpportunities• Honors courses• InternshipsLearning Opportunitieswww.nmc.edu13
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGAcademic Area: Health OccupationsLearning OpportunitiesContact Informationwww.nmc.edu/healthoccupationsBiederman Building 103G(231) 995-1235(231) 995-1950 faxhealthoccupations@nmc.eduStudent Organizations• ADAA Student Membership• MDAAAccreditation• <strong>Michigan</strong> Board of Nursing• American Dental AssociationCommission on DentalAccreditationTransfer GuidesAvailable in the Advising Center,Osterlin, main level orwww.nmc.edu/advisingScholarshipsSee page 35-41,Health OccupationsAcademic Office, or visitwww.nmc.edu/financialaidFacilitiesThe Health & ScienceBuilding Nursing Lab and theRobert Chase Dental clinic provideexceptional environmentsfor learning.Opportunities• Advanced studies availablethrough the University Center• Honors coursesHealth OccupationsHealth Occupations programs prepare you for immediate employment or to transferto four-year colleges and universities. Specialized occupational classes lead to acertificate. The Associate Degree programs offer a combination of specialized classesand liberal arts and science studies.The Dental Assistant and Nursing programs have specific admissions requirements.Details appear in the program information section.If you plan to transfer, consult with counselors and faculty members in your fieldof interest during your first semester at <strong>NMC</strong> to familiarize yourself with transferrequirements. Transferring to <strong>NMC</strong>’s University Center is another option.Degrees AvailableAssociate Degree in Nursing (ADN)Associate in Applied Science (AAS)Certificate of AchievementOccupational Specialty ProgramsAllied HealthRespiratory Therapy (Partnership).....................................................................92Dental AssistantDental Assistant (AAS)......................................................................................80Dental Assistant (Certificate).............................................................................80NursingAssociate Degree in Nursing (ADN)..................................................................88LPN to ADN Completion (ADN).....................................................................89Practical Nursing (Certificate)...........................................................................90Transfer Options - NursingMany colleges and universities offer BSN completion programs. Two UniversityCenter partners, Ferris State University and Spring Arbor University, allow youto complete your BSN while remaining in Traverse City. See page 22-23 or go towww.nmc.edu/uc for more information.Online & Other Learning Options• Nursing Online Option (page 89)14 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGAcademic Area: HumanitiesHumanitiesFrom graphic design, photography and writing to music, dance, history and philosophy,<strong>NMC</strong>’s Humanities academic area offers you a wide range of creative educationalopportunities. You’ll also learn unique skills that will ultimately help you move onto a university or land a job in your desired field. All Humanities students have accessto state-of-the-art computer labs. If it’s photography you’re pursuing, you’ll enjoy<strong>NMC</strong>’s impressive photography lab. We also provide private instrument instructionand opportunities to participate in a variety of musical ensembles and performances.You also may take advantage of our flexible learning options in computer software,history, philosophy and music courses.Degrees AvailableAssociate in Applied Science (AAS)Associate in Science and Arts (ASA)Occupational Specialty ProgramsVisual Communications (AAS).............................................................................93Visual Communications - Creative Management in Art Direction (AAS)............93Transfer OpportunitiesArt ........................................................................................................................60Dance....................................................................................................................62History..................................................................................................................62Music....................................................................................................................62Philosophy.............................................................................................................62Religion.................................................................................................................62Visual Communications........................................................................................63Contact Informationwww.nmc.edu/humanitiesFine Arts Building(231) 995-1325(231) 995-1696 faxhumanities@nmc.eduStudent Organizations• White Pine Press• <strong>NMC</strong> MagazineTransfer GuidesAvailable in the Advising Center,Osterlin, main level orwww.nmc.edu/advisingScholarshipsSee page 35-41, HumanitiesAcademic Office, or visitwww.nmc.edu/financialaidLabs• Music Macintosh Lab• Visual CommunicationsMacintosh Lab• Photography DarkroomEquipment• Music Instruments• Fully-equipped Ceramic StudioLearning OpportunitiesOnline & Other Learning OptionsASA degree - Depending on the transfer college requirements, many requiredcourses can be taken online.Opportunities• Instrument, Dance andEnsemble Performance• Concert & Jazz Band• Chamber Singers• Chorale• Hands-on work experience inVisual Communications withnon-profit organizations• Student Publications• Honors courseswww.nmc.edu15
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGAcademic Area: Great Lakes Maritime AcademyLearning OpportunitiesContact Informationwww.nmc.edu/maritimeGreat Lakes Campus(877) 824-SHIP(231) 995-1200(231) 995-1318 faxmaritime@nmc.eduCadet Organizations• International ShipmastersAssociation• Propeller Club• Sailing Club• SNAME - Society of NavalArchitects & Marine Engineers• Women On The WaterAccreditation• U.S. Maritime Administration• U.S. Coast GuardTransfer GuidesAvailable in the Advising Center,Osterlin, main level orwww.nmc.edu/advisingScholarshipsSee page 35-41, GLMAAcademic Office, or visitwww.nmc.edu/financialaidFacilities• T/S State of <strong>Michigan</strong>• Maritime Labs• Shiphandling Simulator• Engineering Simulator• Great Lakes Campus HarborGreat Lakes Maritime AcademyAt the Great Lakes Maritime Academy, you’ll prepare for the challenge of operatingcommercial ships as a deck or engineering officer.The Academy’s unique relationship with partner institution Ferris State Universityallows cadets to earn maritime degree credentials and a Bachelor’s degree in BusinessAdministration simultaneously. A core maritime curriculum for students who enterthe Academy with a Bachelor’s degree is also available.Upon completion of all requirements, you are prepared to write the U.S. CoastGuard examination for licensing as deck or engineering officers.You’ll learn seamanship, navigation and piloting or steam and diesel engineeringwith up to 276 days of sea time. The training ship State of <strong>Michigan</strong> is used dailyas a floating classroom, a hands-on learning environment and sets sail several timesa year to reinforce skills taught shore side. Upon graduation, you’ll discover exceptionalemployment opportunities and salaries.Degrees Available• Associate in Applied Science (<strong>NMC</strong>)• Bachelor’s of Science in Business Administration,Ferris State University/<strong>NMC</strong> University Center• U.S. Coast Guard unlimited tonnage license for:- Third Mate of the Great Lakes and Oceans and1st Class Great Lakes Pilot (Deck Program)- Third Assistant Engineer, Steam or Motor Vessel,unlimited horsepower (Engine Program)Occupational Specialty ProgramsMaritime......................................................................................................... 84-87Maritime Deck Officer(AAS-<strong>NMC</strong>; BS-Ferris State University).........................................................85Maritime Engineering Officer(AAS-<strong>NMC</strong>; BS-Ferris State University).........................................................86Power Plant Facilities Operator (AAS)...............................................................87Internships• Academic• InternationalOpportunities• Sea time aboard T/S State of<strong>Michigan</strong>, Great Lakes andocean vessels• Honors courses16 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGAcademic Area: Physical EducationPhysical EducationA wide variety of Physical Education courses allow you to pursue personal interests,improve fitness, participate in sports or recreational activities, relieve stress, or earnadditional credits. Two physical education credits may be taken as electives to satisfythe total number of Group 2 credits needed to fulfill Associate in Science and Artsdegree requirements. See page 52.Physical Education courses are grouped as follows:Health and Fitness (HF).............................................................................. 129-131Fitness Circuit, Yoga, Pilates, Aerobic Workout, Aerobic Dance,Step Aerobics, Lap SwimOutdoor Pursuits (OUT).................................................................................... 150Winter Travel and Camping, Backpacking, Caving, Rock Climbing,Snowshoeing, Canoeing, KayakingPhysical Education (PE)................................................................................151-153Volleyball, Basketball, Softball, Soccer, Weightlifting, Aikido, Tae Kwon Do,Kuntaw, Judo, Swing, Latin and Slow Dancing, Hip-Hop DanceIn addition to these credit courses, the Physical Education program offers non-creditrecreational opportunities. For a fee, you may join the Health and Fitness Center,which is equipped with weight machines, exercise bikes, treadmills, stair climbers,elliptical trainers and ski machines. Intramural sports start in the fall with outdoorco-ed kickball and flag football and then move indoors in the winter with co-eddodge ball, soccer, basketball and volleyball.Open recreation hours allow you to join in pick-up games of basketball, volleyball,or indoor soccer. Outdoor facilities include an athletic field, softball diamonds, sandvolleyball and basketball courts, and a frisbee/disc golf course.Transfer OpportunitiesMost Physical Education credits will transfer to four-year schools in <strong>Michigan</strong>.Check with the Counseling office for requirements at specific schools.Contact Informationwww.nmc.edu/physicaleducationNick and Frances RajkovichPhysical Education Center(231) 995-1198physicaleducation@nmc.eduStudent OrganizationsSee page 45.Transfer GuidesAvailable in the Advising Center,Osterlin, main level orwww.nmc.edu/advisingScholarshipsSee page 35-41, Physical EducationAcademic Office, or visitwww.nmc.edu/financialaidFacilities• Athletic Gymnasium• Health and Fitness Center• Exercise and Dance Room• Athletic Fields• Outdoor Sports CourtsOpportunities• Recreation andIntramural Sports• Honors coursesLearning Opportunitieswww.nmc.edu17
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGAcademic Area: Science & MathLearning OpportunitiesContact Informationwww.nmc.edu/science-mathBiederman Building 203G(231) 995-1260(231) 995-2120 faxscience-math@nmc.eduStudent Organizations• Astronomy Club• Engineering ClubTransfer GuidesAvailable in the Advising Center,Osterlin, main level orwww.nmc.edu/advisingScholarshipsSee page 35-41, Science & MathAcademic Office, or visitwww.nmc.edu/financialaidFacilities• Computer Lab• Greenhouse• Observatory• Science Labs:- Anatomy & Physiology- General Biology- General Chemistry- Geology- Human Biology- Microbiology- Organic Chemistry- PhysicsOpportunities• Computer Lab Aid• Office Assistant• Science Lab Assistant• Honors coursesScience & MathYou’ll find courses designed to fulfill basic requirements in occupational programsat <strong>NMC</strong>. Also, most Science and Math courses are easily transferable to four-yearinstitutions, making your path toward a bachelor’s degree a smooth one.Degrees AvailableAssociate in Applied Science (AAS)Associate in Science and Arts (ASA)Occupational Specialty ProgramsPlant Science, Applied (AAS)................................................................................92Transfer OpportunitiesAstronomy.............................................................................................................60Biology..................................................................................................................60Chemistry.............................................................................................................60Engineering........................................................................................................... 61Environmental Science.......................................................................................... 61Mathematics..........................................................................................................62Physics...................................................................................................................63Online & Other Learning OptionsASA degree - Depending on the transfer college requirements, many requiredcourses can be taken online.18 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGAcademic Area: Social ScienceSocial ScienceWhether you’re looking to fill a program requirement or wish to concentrate in aspecific social science area that transfers to a four-year institution, you’ll find whatyou need here. <strong>NMC</strong> offers transfer courses in Anthropology, Child Development,Criminal Justice, Education, Economics, Geography, Political Science, Psychology,Sociology, and Social Work. Students who study the social sciences go on to work ina number of fields in business, child care, education, human service, governmentaland non-profit arenas, and field research.If your interest lies in serving the community as a police officer, the Law Enforcementprogram prepares students to become law enforcement officers while earninga two-year degree. Child Development is another specialty program that preparesqualified students to work in the field while earning a certificate. <strong>NMC</strong> also offersspecialty courses in Nautical and Underwater Archaeology that may not be foundat larger institutions. <strong>NMC</strong> works closely with our University Center partners sostudents may earn a bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Education.Students looking to build their resume, Service Learning projects offer you the opportunityto explore careers and build work-related skills through hands-on learning.At the same time, you are providing important volunteer services to the community.Contact Informationwww.nmc.edu/socialscienceScholars Hall(231) 995-1290(231) 995-1299 faxsocialscience@nmc.eduAccreditation• MCOLES - Law Enforcement• National CDA Certified TrainingSite - Child DevelopmentTransfer GuidesAvailable in the Advising Center,Osterlin, main level orwww.nmc.edu/advisingScholarshipsSee page 35-41, Social ScienceAcademic Office, or visitwww.nmc.edu/financialaidLearning OpportunitiesDegrees AvailableAssociate in Applied Science (AAS)Associate in Science and Arts (ASA)Certificate of AchievementOccupational Specialty ProgramsChild Development (Certificate)...........................................................................70Law Enforcement (AAS).......................................................................................82Nautical Archaeology Society (Certificate)...........................................................87Transfer OpportunitiesAnthropology .......................................................................................................60Child Development...............................................................................................60Criminal Justice....................................................................................................60Economics............................................................................................................. 61Education.............................................................................................................. 61Geography............................................................................................................. 61Political Science.....................................................................................................63Psychology.............................................................................................................63Social Work...........................................................................................................63Sociology...............................................................................................................63Online & Other Learning Options• ASA degree - Depending on the transfer college requirements,many required courses can be taken online.• Criminal Justice program (ASA degree)InternshipsService Learning InternshipsOpportunities• Honors courseswww.nmc.edu19
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGAcademic Area: TechnicalLearning OpportunitiesContact Informationwww.nmc.edu/technical2600 Aero Park Dr.(231) 995-1300(231) 995-2022 faxtechnical@nmc.eduAccreditationAutomotive Service Excellence(ASE)Transfer GuidesAvailable in the Advising Center,Osterlin, main level orwww.nmc.edu/advisingScholarshipsSee page 35-41, TechnicalAcademic Office, or visitwww.nmc.edu/financialaidFacilitiesAero Park Laboratories:• Auto-Tech Lab• Cisco Lab• Electronics Lab• Machining Lab• Welding Lab• Open Learning LabOpportunities• Internships• Honors coursesTechnicalTechnical programs prepare you for immediate entry level employment or to transferto a four-year institution. In addition to degrees, certificates and certifications,technical programs allow those already employed to upgrade their technical skills. Inall technical programs, enrollments are limited to give you access to the most currenttechnology, industry-knowledgeable instructors, curriculum reviewed and approvedby local advisory committees, and hands-on training.Degrees AvailableAssociate in Applied Science (AAS)Certificate of AchievementIndustry CertificationsOccupational Specialty ProgramsAutomotiveAutomotive Service Technology (AAS).............................................................. 65Electrical and Drivability Specialist (Certificate)............................................... 65Hybrid Technology Specialist............................................................................66Master Automotive Technician (Certificate)......................................................66Under Car Specialist (Certificate)......................................................................66Bridge Learning Community................................................................................ 67CAD/CAMDetailer - Advanced Manufacturing (AAS).......................................................69Drafter - Mechanical (Certificate).....................................................................70Trainee - Mechanical (Certificate).....................................................................70Construction TechnologyCarpentry Technology (Certificate)................................................................... 76Electrical Technology (Certificate)..................................................................... 76Facilities Maintenance (Certificate)................................................................... 76HVAC/R Technology (Certificate).................................................................... 76Plumbing Technology (Certificate)....................................................................77Renewable EnergyElectrical (AAS & Certificate)........................................................................77HVAC (AAS & Certificate)............................................................................78Electronics Technology......................................................................................... 81Manufacturing Technology (AAS)........................................................................83Welding Technology (Certificate).........................................................................9420 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGOnline and Other Flexible Learning OptionsMOnline Learningwww.nmc.edu/onlineOsterlin Building, Room 134, (231) 995-1070<strong>NMC</strong> offers many courses and five degree programs online.Courses may be delivered:• Completely online• Online with proctored testing• Hybrid courses blending online and on-campusdelivery (at least 50 percent online)The online course areas are accessed using <strong>NMC</strong>’se-Learning (Moodle) system at elearning.nmc.edu.Visit www.nmc.edu/online to find out more details andsample syllabi. Using the searchable schedule feature locatedon this page, you can also determine which classes are offeredonline or in other delivery methods.Degree ProgramsADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)• Intended for full-time ADN students• Lab and clinical courses require on-site attendance• More information: www.nmc.edu/healthoccupationsor (231) 995-1235AAS (Associate In Applied Science Degree)Business Administration - General Business• More information: (231) 995-1169ASA (Associate in Science and Arts Degree)• Contact an <strong>NMC</strong> Adviser for more information,(231) 995-1041AGS (Associate in General Studies)• Contact an <strong>NMC</strong> Adviser for more information,(231) 995-1041ASA: Criminal Justice• A collaborative program among <strong>NMC</strong>, Delta <strong>College</strong>and West Shore Community <strong>College</strong>• More information: (231) 995-1290Certificate ProgramsComputer Studies: Office ApplicationsSpecialist Certificate• More information: (231) 995-1169General Studies Certificate• Contact an <strong>NMC</strong> Adviser for more information,(231) 995-1041Science and Arts Certificate• Contact an <strong>NMC</strong> Adviser for more information,(231) 995-1041Open Learning Lab CoursesFlexible in schedule, but require coming into the Center forLearning during open lab hours for orientation, to use specifiedsoftware, to meet with the instructor, take tests or toaccess specific course materials.Noncredit Online LearningSee page 24, visit www.nmc.edu/ees or call (231) 995-1700for more information.MBridge Learning Communitywww.nmc.edu/bridgeAero Park Campus, Parsons-Stulen Building, (231) 995-1971Designed specifically for nontraditional adult learners, Bridgeis a set of communications, math and computer classes offeredboth days and evenings to fit various schedules. Bridgeis appropriate for first-time adult college students, studentswho have been away from a formal education setting andstudents seeking to upgrade workplace skills.Working with more than 30 regional agencies to serve individualsresiding in the surrounding six-county area, morethan 100 students enroll in Bridge each year. Students receiveassistance with admissions, registration and financial aid aswell as transportation, child care and more. The program isdesigned to give students foundational success, on which theycan build either an academic or career path.Students in Bridge describe the program as motivational, aconfidence builder and an opportunity to succeed. The <strong>NMC</strong>Bridge is a learning community, and it operates on the premisethat “we all learn better together.”MService Learningwww.nmc.edu/servicelearning(231) 995-1290Service Learning offers students the opportunity to explorecareers and build work-related skills through hands-on learningexperiences. It also provides documentation of volunteerhours required by some schools for graduation.A service-learning internship is a method of earning collegecredit, extra credit or honors credit for a specific class, orvalidation of supervised field experience. It is an opportunityfor students who want to explore career or interest areas, applyclassroom theory to a real situation, and gain practical experiencefor resume building. Internships are arranged betweenthe student, supervising faculty, field supervisor, and servicelearning coordinator. Internships can be arranged in allliberal and occupational study areas for one to four hours ofelective credits. A maximum of four credits will count towardassociate degree requirements.Learning Opportunitieswww.nmc.edu21
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOG<strong>NMC</strong> University CenterLearning Opportunitieswww.nmc.edu/uc2200 Dendrinos Drive (off Cass Road)Traverse City, MI 49684(888) <strong>NMC</strong>-UCTC (662-8282)(231) 995-1777What can I study?The University Center partners offer programs in the areas of Business,Health and Human Services, and Education. Visit www.nmc.edu/ucor see the University Center <strong>Catalog</strong> for more information.What degrees are available?Bachelor’s completion degrees, master’s degrees, doctoral degrees, professionalcertificates, education endorsements and planned programs.How do I apply?The ideal approach for admission to a bachelor’s degree program is tocomplete the first two years of college courses (and an associate’s degree)from <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>. You then apply for admission tothe four-year institution of your choice. Applications are available throughUC campus office representatives. Once accepted to a university, you areliterally a student at that institution, with the same rights and responsibilitiesas other students at that college or university.How can I get help?Consult directly with representatives from the university to learn abouttheir programs. Planning ahead will ensure that you complete coursesor tests required for admission.How do I register for classes?You can register by mail, telephone, onsite, and online. Call the universityrepresentative for details.How do I pay?Tuition and fees are assessed by the individual partner institutions. TheUC campus office representatives are the best source of information.Is financial aid available?Financial aid eligibility and awards are primarily determined by thestudent’s school of choice. Visit www.nmc.edu/uc or contact the UCcampus representative for more information. Some scholarship money isavailable from the UC. For information call (231) 995-1776.Where are classes held?Most classes are held at the <strong>NMC</strong> University Center Campus on BoardmanLake in Traverse City. Located at 2200 Dendrinos Drive, the UCcampus is off Cass Road, north of South Airport Road.How can I find out more?Visit www.nmc.edu/uc to find out more about the programs and universitiesyou’re interested in. Tours of the University Center are available bycalling (231) 995-1777 or stop by the Welcome Center at the UC campus.MUC Partners/Programs:Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityContact: Judith Nemitz2200 Dendrinos Dr., Suite 101Traverse City, MI 49684(231) 995-1756, (231) 995-1758 faxtraverse@cmich.eduBachelor’s Programs• Elementary EducationMaster’s Programs• Administration, withconcentrations in:- General- Human Resources- Leadership- Public• Humanities• Reading and Literacy (K-12)• School PrincipalshipDoctoral Program• Doctor of Education (EdD)Certificate & Endorsements• Recertification/Endorsement- Early Childhood (ZA)- Elementary EducationEndorsement (K-6)- Reading (BT)- Reading Specialist (BR)• Driver’s Education• Specialist in Education (EdsS)Davenport UniversityContact: Katherine Baxter2200 Dendrinos Dr., Suite 104Traverse City, MI 49684(231) 995-1740 or (800) 894-0883(231) 995-1743 faxkatherine.baxter@davenport.eduBachelor’s Programs• Business Administration (BBA)- Applied Business- Business Prof. Studies- Human Resource Management- Management- MarketingMaster’s Program• Strategic Management (MBA)22 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOG<strong>NMC</strong> University CenterEastern <strong>Michigan</strong>UniversityContact: Jacqui Frensley2200 Dendrinos Dr., Suite 98Traverse City, MI 49684(231) 995-1750 or (877) 368-8289(231) 995-1751 faxtraverse.city@emich.eduGraduate Certificate Program• Historic PreservationFerris State UniversityContact: Dr. Nancy Reddy2200 Dendrinos Dr., Suite 100Traverse City, MI 49684(231) 995-1734 or (866) 857-1954(231) 995-1736 faxFerrisNorth@ferris.eduBachelor’s Programs• Accountancy• Business Administration- Aviation- Management- Maritime- Professional Track• Computer Information Systems• Computer Information Technology• Hotel Management• Information Security andIntelligence• Nursing• Secondary Teacher Education• Social WorkPost-Bachelor’s Programs• 18-Hour Planned Programs• Endorsement: Secondary• Endorsement: Special Education• Post-B.A. Teacher Certification,SecondaryGrand Valley StateUniversityContact: Dr. Marty Litherland2200 Dendrinos Dr., Suite 102Traverse City, MI 49684(231) 995-1785 or (888) 922-1785(231) 995-1786 faxnminfo@gvsu.eduBachelor’s Programs• Language Arts/ElementaryEducation• Liberal Studies• Secondary Education• Social Studies/ElementaryEducationMaster’s Programs• Education- Early Childhood Education (ZA)- Elementary Education- Special Education (ECDD)- Special Education (CI)• Occupational Therapy (online)• Social WorkCertificates, Endorsements& Planned Programs• Early Childhood DevelopmentalDelay (ECDD)• Early Childhood (ZA)• Elementary Education• Environmental Studies (Minor)• 18-Hour Planned Programs• Special Education DualEndorsement Options (CI/ECDD)• Special Education: CognitivelyImpaired (CI)• Post-Baccalaureate TeacherCertification, Elementary• Post-Baccalaureate TeacherCertification, Secondary<strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityContact: L. Andrew Norman2200 Dendrinos Dr., Suite 203Traverse City, MI 49684(231) 995-1719 (231) 995-2183 faxnormanl@msu.eduProgram / Certificate• Applied Plant Science (<strong>NMC</strong> AAS/ASA Degree and MSU Certificate)- Commercial Horticulture Operations- Commercial Turfgrass Operations- Landscape Horticulture- ViticultureSpring Arbor UniversityContact: Jill Niemi2200 Dendrinos Dr., Suite 200Traverse City, MI 49684(231) 995-1761 or (800) 648-5843(231) 995-1763 faxjniemi@arbor.eduBachelor’s Programs• Family Life Education• Organizational Management• NursingMaster’s Program• ManagementWestern <strong>Michigan</strong>UniversityContact: Mary Swartz2200 Dendrinos Dr., Suite 201Traverse City, MI 49684(231) 995-1788, (231) 995-1789 faxmary.swartz@wmich.eduMaster’s Program• Counselor Education(Clinical Mental Health & School)Learning OpportunitiesMaster’s Programs• Career and Technical Education• Education-Curriculum andInstruction• Special Education, LD• Subject AreaCertificate Programs• Homeland Security: Digital Securityand Forensics• Human Resource Management• International Business• MarketingLawrence TechnologicalUniversityContact: Program Administrator2200 Dendrinos Dr., Suite 99Traverse City, MI 49684(231) 995-1725 or (877) LTU-8866(231) 995-1723 faxMaster’s Program• Business Administration (MBA)Graduate Certificate• Nonprofit Managementand LeadershipGraduate Certificate Programs• Alcohol and Drug Abuse (SPADA)• Holistic Health Carewww.nmc.edu23
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGExtended Educational Services - Community & Continuing EducationLearning OpportunitiesMExtended EducationalServiceswww.nmc.edu/ees(<strong>NMC</strong> University Center off Cass Road)2200 Dendrinos Drive - Suite 108,Traverse City, MI 49684(231) 995-1700(231) 995-1708 faxees@nmc.eduNon-credit courses are held at various campus locations.EES is the professional development, community and continuingeducation arm of <strong>NMC</strong> providing a broad array oflearning options. No application is necessary. Each quarterlyLearn for Life schedule highlights more than 200 courses thatcover topics of interest for anyone age 4-100, including:• Certificate Programs • LIFE Academy• <strong>College</strong> for Kids • Personal Enrichment• Computer Skills • Personal Growth and Wellness• Creative Arts • Renewable Energy• Culinary• Small Business/Entrepreneur• Fitness and Recreation • Professional Development• Language and WritingComplete Learn for Life course schedules are published fourtimes a year and posted online. Sign up for courses online orby phone, fax, mail or in person.Professional DevelopmentEES offers a variety of professional development courses includingthe latest in computer software training, small businessdevelopment, customer service, real estate, human resources,grant writing, and managerial topics. Continuing EducationUnits (CEUs) can be awarded for many courses meetingrequirements for professional development.<strong>College</strong> For KidsEnrichment courses for preschool through high school studentsare offered year round. An extensive summer programprovides a wide range of learning options including art, music,drama, science, the environment, technology, outdoor adventure,aviation, cooking, and writing. Week-long classes areoffered throughout the summer. Partial scholarships areavailable based on financial need.LIFE Academy - Learning Is ForeverThe LIFE Academy is a program of learning opportunitiescreated with and for adults age 50+ consisting of mostlydaytime, short-term courses. Learners choose from more than40 options each term across a broad spectrum of interests.Special events include monthly LIFE Lunch Forums andCampus Days in the spring and fall.Adults age 62+ who live or own property in Grand TraverseCounty are eligible for a 20% reduction in tuition for bothcontinuing education and academic credit courses. EES alsooffers professional development in the field of aging.Online CoursesOver 200 noncredit online courses are offered each term.Courses include instruction on web page design, computersoftware programs, test preparation, business topics, writingskills, and enrich-ment topics.Certificate ProgramsContinuing Education Certificate programs include:• Computer Skills• Small Business/Entrepreneur• Naturalist Program• Residential Energy AssessmentComplete descriptions are available.ScholarshipsA variety of partial scholarships are available.Special Events• Campus Days (Spring and Fall)• Festival of Foods• Film Production Assistant Boot Camp• International Affairs Forums• Monthly LIFE Lunch Forums• Conferences• Workshops/Seminars• Writers Conference24 www.nmc.edu
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2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGStudent ServicesStudent ServicesMAdmissionswww.nmc.edu/admissionsTanis Building, (231) 995-1054<strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> is an open door comprehensivecommunity college, which means we admit most studentswho have graduated from high school or successfully completedthe GED with potential to succeed in higher education.Once a student is admitted to <strong>NMC</strong>, he/she must completean assessment of writing, reading and math skills to determinehis/her ability to benefit from courses that <strong>NMC</strong> offers.If it is determined that <strong>NMC</strong> does not offer courses appropriatefor the student, a referral to an agency or other alternativewill be made with the assistance of a counselor or advisor.Students interested in completing a GED may do so throughthe Traverse Bay Area Intermediate School District. To registeror obtain more detailed information on how to get started,contact <strong>Michigan</strong> Works Adult Education at (231) 922-7826.How to ApplyWhen you decide to apply for admission at <strong>NMC</strong>, your firststep is to file an Application for Admission. Application formsare available from the <strong>NMC</strong> Office of Admissions, at highschools, inside the back cover of this catalog, or online atwww.nmc.edu/admissions. Application fee is $20.While American <strong>College</strong> Test (ACT) or Scholastic AptitudeTest (SAT) scores are not required for admission to <strong>NMC</strong>,you may send your ACT scores for reviewing your academicachievements and educational plans. In addition, if your ACTscore is 19 or above in reading and 19 or above in English,you qualify for ENG 111 English Composition and are notrequired to take those portions of the basic skills assessmenttest (COMPASS) before starting at <strong>NMC</strong>. If you have a 19*or higher on the ACT math test, you may be able to enroll inMTH 111/11. (*High school dual enrolled students need a24 or higher on their ACT math test to enroll in <strong>NMC</strong> mathcourses or may take the COMPASS math test.) An ACTmath score of 24 or higher will place a student in MTH 106,MTH 121 or MTH 131. If you completed AP tests, pleasehave the scores sent to <strong>NMC</strong>.Types of Admission• Regular Admission- Degree or Certificate Admission- For applicantswho intend to complete an associate degree, totransfer or to complete a certificate program in anoccupational specialty.- Non-Degree Admission- For applicants who intendto pursue course work in an area of interest to gainskills or for enjoyment.• home schoolIncluded under regular admission. See page 27 for details.• Provisional admissionIf you have below a 2.0 average on your high school transcript,you may be admitted to <strong>NMC</strong> on a provisional basis.To help you meet your educational goals, you must seekacademic advising and enrolled in a reduced credit load.• Dual-Enrolled AdmissionFor applicants who are enrolled in classes at <strong>NMC</strong> whilestill in high school. See page 27 for more details.• Special Enrollment OptionFor qualified high school students enrolled in joint programsoffered by <strong>NMC</strong> and the TBA/Career Tech Center.See page 27 for more details.• Guest AdmissionApplicants currently attending another <strong>Michigan</strong> college/university may apply as a guest student at <strong>NMC</strong>. Gueststudents must submit a completed <strong>Michigan</strong> UniformUndergraduate Guest Application. This application mustbe submitted for each semester a student plans to attend fora maximum of two semesters. After two semesters, a studentmust complete an <strong>NMC</strong> application for admission ifthey wish to continue to be enrolled at <strong>NMC</strong>.Application AssistanceNeed help applying? Find it at both the Admissions office(contact information above or e-mail admissions@nmc.edu)and the Welcome Center in the lobby of the Health & ScienceBuilding (231) 995-1135.High School and/or <strong>College</strong>Transcript RequirementsIf you are a Degree/Certificate or a Non-Degree/Certificateapplicant, send your transcripts according to these guidelines:• If you are under 21 and have not attended a collegeor technical school since high school, request that an“official” transcript be forwarded to <strong>NMC</strong>’s Office ofAdmissions from your high school.• If you are under 21 and have earned fewer than 20college* level credits, request “official” transcripts beforwarded to <strong>NMC</strong>’s Office of Admissions from bothyour high school and the college or technical schoolsyou have attended.26 www.nmc.edu
• If you are over 21, you do not need to submit a highschool transcript unless you are seeking admission to alimited enrollment program such as Health Occupationsor the Maritime Academy.• If you are over 21 and have attended a college ortechnical school, you do not need to submit a highschool transcript. An official transcript of accreditedcollege work is only required if you are:- Seeking admission to a limited enrollmentprogram such as Health Occupations or theMaritime Academy- Wishing to have previous college workevaluated for credit at <strong>NMC</strong>- Applying for college financial aid or- Applying for Veterans Benefits.Transferring Credits from Other <strong>College</strong>sIf you have credits from another college or university, requestthe registrar of that school send an official transcript to the<strong>NMC</strong> Admissions Office. Your credits will be evaluated andthe transfer credit evaluation mailed to your permanent address.You will receive credit from institutions recognized byRegional Institutional Accrediting Organizations for thosecollege-level courses in which you received a 2.0/C or highergrade and which are similar to courses at <strong>NMC</strong>. The totalnumber of credits will be recorded on your transcript. Incertain circumstances, when applying to specific occupationalprograms, only the classes that apply to those programs maybe evaluated. Only credits transfer, grades do not.If you have attended a foreign institution, your transcriptmust be evaluated by an evaluation service for comparisonto regionally accredited institutions in the United States.Accrediting services recommended by <strong>NMC</strong> are EducationalCredential Evaluators, Inc. (www.ece.org) or World EducationServices (www.wes.org)Home-Schooled Applicants<strong>NMC</strong> welcomes home school and non-traditional schoolapplications. Home school graduates will be admitted underRegular Admission. <strong>NMC</strong> requires home school transcripts.Home school students who have not graduated will be admittedas a dual-enrolled admission and must reapply eachsemester until completion of high school graduation. Writtenconsent from the student’s parent/guardian and approvalfrom the home school provider is required for current homeschool students.Dual Enrolled ApplicantsDual enrollment at <strong>NMC</strong> is selective. High school studentsmust qualify for dual enrollment and admission to <strong>NMC</strong>. Tobe considered for academic classes (i.e. Government, history,English, math, science, psychology, business, geography etc.)prospective dual enrolled students must either:1. Submit ACT reading and writing scores of 19 orhigher to <strong>NMC</strong>’s Admissions Office for review, or2. If you also want to take a college class that requiresproficiency in math, you will need an ACT score of at2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGleast 21 or better on the math placement test. Thismay qualify you for Intermediate Algebra or higher.All other math courses require COMPASS testing.3. Take <strong>NMC</strong>’s COMPASS Placement Test. Forinformation on testing, please call (231) 995-2134.After test scores are on file, students will receive an eligibilityletter from <strong>NMC</strong>’s Admissions Office showing what classesthey may be able to take and outlining additional steps in thedual enrollment process.Eligible dual enrolled students who would like to takeacademic classes must do the following:1. Complete the dual enrollment application withyour high school counselor and obtain all requiredsignatures.2. Send or bring the application to <strong>NMC</strong>’s AdmissionsOffice with the non-refundable application fee.3. Attend orientation. At this time students will registerfor classes. (First time dual enrollment students mustattend an orientation.)4. Pay for your classes or present paperwork from yourschool if they are covering the tuition.There are no eligibility or test score requirement for studentstaking aviation, studio art, studio music, physical education,or technical courses approved by the instructor. These studentssimply fill out and submit the dual enrollment applicationwith all signatures and the non-refundable applicationfee to <strong>NMC</strong>’s Admissions Office. Once the application hasbeen processed, students may register.Special Enrollment Option• Program Offerings: Visual Communications, Welding,Education• Classes are held at the Traverse Bay Area IntermediateSchool District Career Tech Center (TBA/ISD/CTC).• The student must apply during the first week of theirTBA/CTC course by submitting the Special EnrollmentApplication to the <strong>NMC</strong> Admissions Office each semesterand pay a special enrollment fee.• To receive <strong>NMC</strong> credit, the student must satisfy <strong>NMC</strong>standards for assignments, quizzes, tests, exams, andgrading procedures.Admission to Limited Enrollment ProgramsHealth Occupations have special admissions requirementsas outlined under the specific program in this catalog.The Great Lakes Maritime Academy (GLMA) also hasspecial admission requirements. GLMA application packetsare available online at www.nmc.edu/maritime, or from theOffice of Admissions at the Academy, Great Lakes Campus,715 E. Front Street, (231) 995-1200.Right to AppealIn the event you are denied admission to an occupationalprogram that has special admission requirements, you mayappeal such matters to the Director of Admissions and subsequentlyto an admissions review committee for consideration.www.nmc.edu27Student Services
Student Services2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGAdmission of Out-of-State Students<strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> welcomes out-of-statestudent admission applications. If you plan on visiting theTraverse City area please phone our Welcome Center at(231) 995-1135 for information regarding a campus tour.Admission of International Students<strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> is authorized under federallaw to enroll non-immigrant students. We welcome applicantsfrom around the world. Potential students will be asked todemonstrate English language proficiency either throughtesting or other indicators. A minimum score of 550 (paper)or 213 (computer) or 79 (internet based) on the TOEFL testis required. You will also need the equivalent of a U.S. highschool education with an approximate grade point averageof 2.5. Since the college does not have financial aid availablefor international students, you must clearly demonstrate yourability to finance your education in the U.S. by completing afinancial statement. All international students are required tocarry an approved medical insurance program to cover majormedical expenses. If you are not covered by medical insurance,you will be required to enroll in the student insuranceprogram available through <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>,at a cost of approximately $750 per year. Deadline for Fall admissionis July 15; deadline for Spring admission is November15. Complete details online at www.nmc.edu/admissions orcall (231) 995-1034.International Student Services<strong>NMC</strong> has two International Student Advisors who can bereached through the Admissions Office at (231) 935-1054.International students are encouraged to use these servicesto support their academic and social success. The followingservices are provided:• With advance notice, an <strong>NMC</strong> representative will arrangefor pick up from the Cherry Capital Airport for studentsarriving for the first time.• Approval for on-campus employment• Community and cultural orientation• International Club activities• Liaison to other college support services• Liaison to community groups<strong>NMC</strong> recognizes the importance of global awareness and currentlyoffers study-abroad opportunities for <strong>NMC</strong> students inGermany. For more information, call (231) 995-1170.ResidencyYour tuition rate is determined by your residency during theadmissions process. There are four classifications:1. In-District: Legal resident ofGrand Traverse County2. In-State: Legal resident of <strong>Michigan</strong>outside of Grand Traverse County3. Out-of-State: Legal resident ofa state other than <strong>Michigan</strong>4. International: Legal resident ofa country other than the U.S.28 www.nmc.eduGrand Traverse County property owners and their dependentsare considered in-district and pay lower tuition becausethey also pay county property taxes which support <strong>NMC</strong>.(Exception: Maritime classes are based on credit hours only.)To change your residency, you must obtain a petition onlineor from the Records Office. In-state or Grand TraverseCounty property owners must provide a copy of the currentproperty tax receipt. Non-property owners must reside at apermanent address in <strong>Michigan</strong>/Grand Traverse County for aminimum of six consecutive months taking 5 or fewer credits.In addition to the petition, the student must submit copies ofthe supporting documentation to the Records Office at leastone week prior to the start of the main session. An authorizedchange in residency status for tuition assessment is not retroactiveto any previous semester of enrollment at <strong>NMC</strong>.Students under 25 years of age, whether or not they areclaimed as dependents on their parents’ previous year incometax return, should check for additional special requirements.Completing an “Information Change Form” will notchange your residency unless you are leaving Grand TraverseCounty. If you have questions, contact the Records Office(231) 995-1049.Legal residence for students is verified on a continuing basis.<strong>NMC</strong> sends letters to enrolled students each semester (Fall,Spring, and Summer) with a “Forward and Address CorrectionRequested” label on the envelope. When discrepanciesare found, a change is made in the student’s address. Eachsemester all addresses and residency codes are compared/verified for accuracy and updated where appropriate.MAdvising Centerwww.nmc.edu/advisingOsterlin Building, (231) 995-1040Confused about your academic and career direction? TheAdvising Center staff can help you clarify your academic andcareer path and help you develop your pathway to success.Academic AdvisingAcademic advising at <strong>NMC</strong> is a shared responsibility betweenstudents and advisors. The Advising Center staff offers afull complement of advising services for students. First-yearstudents will meet with an advisor during orientation, and arealso required to meet with an academic advisor again duringtheir first semester to review career options, transfer possibilities,and course selections. Students are encouraged to stayconnected to an advisor throughout their enrollment at <strong>NMC</strong>to ensure they are on the right track.Career AdvisingConsider one or more of these tools, available in the AdvisingCenter, as you make academic and career decisions:• Career Coach: An online program providing employmentdata, trends and projections for <strong>Michigan</strong>.• Myers-Briggs Type Indicator to determine which careersmost suit your personality.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOG• Strong Interest Inventory allows you to compare yourinterests to people already working in different careers.• Skills and values card sorts which allows you to identifywhat you like to do and what’s important to you.• Enroll in Career Exploration and Planning (PSY 100),a one-credit elective course, that includes all of the aboveand more.MCashier Serviceswww.nmc.edu/cashierTanis Building, (231) 995-1570Pay tuition and fees, get parking permits.See Tuition, Billing and Fees.Transfer AdvisingAn extensive collection of online transfer guides is availableto students planning to transfer to four-year universities in<strong>Michigan</strong>. Students who follow transfer guides and team upwith one of our advisors throughout their stay at <strong>NMC</strong> willhave good information for a smooth transfer. If a transferguide doesn’t exist for a specific school or program, advisingstaff will assist in selecting appropriate courses. <strong>NMC</strong> alsorecommends that students personally contact the transferinstitution they are considering for additional information.Student EmploymentStudents seeking on-campus employment may apply throughthe Advising Center in the Osterlin Building. Any studentwho is enrolled for a minimum of six <strong>NMC</strong> credits persemester or three credits in the summer is eligible for oncampusemployment.Employability Skills<strong>NMC</strong>’s Advising Center can help you gain necessary jobsearchskills for locating part- or full-time work. We haveresources to assist you in writing your resume and coverletters, opportunities to practice for an interview and acquireskills on how to conduct your employment search. Adviceand assistance on these important skills may be obtainedthrough workshops, seminars, individual appointments,and printed materials. If you are looking for employment as astudent or when you graduate, you may be interested utilizingour services.MBookstoreMCenter for Learningwww.nmc.edu/centerforlearningOsterlin Building, (231) 995-2134The Center for Learning provides a variety of academicsupport services using current technology and a professionalstaff available 70 hours per week.Academic Skills Improvement• PLATO skill-building in reading, writing, math,and other academic areas• Textbook software support• Personal skill development, including study skills andtime managementComputer Applications• Specialty software such as MS Office Applications,Photoshop, nutrition analysis, dental assisting• Multiple word processing programs• Career and scholarship exploration softwareTest Proctoring• Many faculty offer quizzes and exams here.Please bring photo ID.Other• Open Learning classes, self-paced,often computer-based• Scanner and digital camera access• TestingStudent Serviceswww.nmc.edu/bookstoreWest Hall, lower level (231) 995-1285New and used textbooks, study aids, art/drafting supplies,uniforms for special programs, computer software, <strong>NMC</strong>clothing and logo gifts, and snacks and beverages.Refund Policy: Refunds will be given through the secondweek of the semester only. You are entitled to a full refund ifyou drop a class or withdraw from the college or your classhas been cancelled. To receive a refund, you must provide theoriginal cash register/financial aid receipt.www.nmc.edu29
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGStudent ServicesMClass Cancellations/<strong>College</strong> ClosureDaily Class CancellationsPosted online at www.nmc.edu/class-cancellations andon campus video monitors, Monday-Friday. For weekendclass cancellations, students should call their instructor’svoice mail.Delayed Openings or Closures<strong>College</strong>-wide delayed openings or closures will be reportedto area radio and television stations, via email to all students,faculty and staff, and via text message to those who aresubscribed to receive alerts on their cell phones. It willalso be posted online at www.nmc.edu and recorded:(231) 995-1100.MCOMPASSPlacement Testingwww.nmc.edu/compassOsterlin Building, (231) 995-2134Placement assessment is required of new students and will beused to place you into appropriate courses. COMPASS is thecomputerized test <strong>NMC</strong> uses to determine placement intoyour first classes.The test has three sections: reading for comprehension,writing skills and math. It is not timed, and takes the averagestudent about two hours to complete. ACT scores of19 or higher in reading, English and math may be usedfor course placement.Why COMPASS?Your success matters to us. You’ll be more successful at<strong>NMC</strong> and beyond when you start in the right classes. YourCOMPASS test score will determine where you start inmath and English at <strong>NMC</strong>. More than 85 percent of new<strong>NMC</strong> students start in a preparatory math or English class.COMPASS testing is available daily at the Center forLearning in the Osterlin Building. You will need to bringphoto identification, your <strong>NMC</strong> ID, and a calculator.Visit www.act.org/compass for sample questions.A COMPASS resource manual is available for check-outin the Osterlin Building. In addition to the sample questionslisted at the site above, the website www.testprepreview.comis suggested for review. Select COMPASS test on this site.MComputer LabsEquipment and LocationsDell computers running Microsoft Windows 7 and theMicrosoft Office Suite:• Beckett Building, Rm. 204, (231) 995-1068• Center for Learning, Osterlin Building, (231) 995-2134• Library Research Area, Osterlin Building, (231) 995-1540• Parsons-Stulen M-TEC, Rm. 206, (231) 995-2000• Zonta Library, University Center, (231) 995-1749Apple Macintosh computers running MAC OS X and theMicrosoft Office Suite:• Center for Learning, Osterlin Building, (231) 995-2134• Beckett Building, Room 214, (231) 995-1564Technology Support ServicesComputer Services, Information, and SupportLower Level Tanis Building, Area 51Help Desk: (231) 995-3020Enter a helpdesk ticket online at helpdesk.nmc.eduMDisability SupportServicesOsterlin building, (231) 995-1929Support Services are available to students with documenteddisabilities and include classroom accommodations such asnote-takers, books on CD, adaptive equipment and testingmodifications (extended time and quiet space).In addition, <strong>NMC</strong> offers a support group for studentswith disabilities. For additional information, please call(231) 995-1929, 995-1139, 995-1038 (TTY).<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.30 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGMFinancial Aidwww.nmc.edu/financialaidTanis Building, Room 142 (231) 995-1035The following information is subject to change at anytime,without notice, due to changes in federal or state regulations orinstitutional policies. Please visit www.nmc.edu/financialaidfor the most up-to-date information.Financial Aid PhilosophyPaying for college is a shared responsibility among the student,the family, and <strong>NMC</strong>’s Financial Aid office. Scholarships,grants, employment, and loans are available. Any or allof these may be combined in a “financial aid package” to helpwith educational costs. <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> iscommitted to working with students to acquire the maximumfinancial aid for which they are eligible.Financial Aid ConsiderationTo be considered for the maximum amount of aid possible, allstudents should:1. Complete an <strong>NMC</strong> Application for Admission, and2. Submit high school, General Education Development(GED) and college transcripts.3. Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for FederalStudent Aid) as soon as possible after January 1 of theyear in which you are seeking aid. Applications receivedby April 1 will receive priority consideration.Available aid includes:FEDERAL (Title IV)1. Pell Grants2. Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG)3. Work Study Program (FWS)4. Direct Loan (DL) www.studentloans.gov• Subsidized and Unsubsidized• Parent Loan (PLUS)5. Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grant (IASG)For more information about Title IV financial aid programsvisit www.studentaid.ed.govSTATE1. <strong>Michigan</strong> Competitive Scholarship2. <strong>Michigan</strong> Tuition Incentive Program (TIP)3. Children of Veterans Tuition GrantFor more information about state of <strong>Michigan</strong> student aid,visit www.michigan.gov/osgINSTITUTIONAL/FOUNDATION1. ScholarshipsOTHER1. Alternative LoansGeneral Eligibility Requirementsfor Federal AidTo be eligible to receive federal student aid, a student must:• Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen• Have a valid Social Security number• Comply with Selective Service registration, if required(see www.sss.gov for more information)• Have a high school diploma or a General EducationDevelopment (GED) certificate or pass an examapproved by the U.S. Department of Education• Be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a regularstudent working toward a degree or certificate in aneligible program• Not owe a refund on a federal grant or be in defaulton a federal student loan• Have financial need (except for unsubsidized DirectLoan and Parent PLUS Loans)• Not have a drug conviction for an offense that occurredwhile you were receiving federal student aid• Be making satisfactory academic progressApplying for Federal AidIndividuals who plan to apply for federal aid must completethe Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) andare encouraged to apply online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. It isadvisable to submit the FAFSA as soon as possible afterJanuary 1 of each year to be eligible for <strong>NMC</strong>’s priorityconsideration on April 1.The Financial Aid office will review the FAFSA resultsreceived directly from the federal processor and follow federalregulations in determining eligibility and awarding federalaid. Your assistance in forwarding all requested informationin a timely manner will enable financial aid staff to give youpriority consideration for financial aid.Students will be advised in writing concerning eligibilityfor federal aid. (If your financial situation or your family’sfinancial situation has recently changed for the worse becauseof death, separation or divorce, or loss of job or benefits,you should contact the Financial Aid office.) Average aidprocessing time is six weeks (may be longer at the start ofthe semester).Students need to access their <strong>NMC</strong> Self-Service account(www.nmc.edu/selfservice) to accept their financial aid.This includes answering the Title IV Authorization question.Federal financial aid will not disburse without accessing SelfService or completing the required forms in the FinancialAid office.<strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> does not participate in thefederal Perkins loan program or the Teacher Education Assistancefor <strong>College</strong> and Higher Education (TEACH) grant.For complete information on federal aid programs visitwww.studentaid.ed.gov.Student Serviceswww.nmc.edu31
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGStudent ServicesApplying for Institutional/Foundation Aid<strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> provides a large numberof scholarships for students. A list beginning on page 35summarizes the requirements. Students are encouraged togo online for the most updated information.Individuals who wish to apply must meet all deadlines andrequirements including satisfactory academic progress asdefined in the <strong>NMC</strong> Satisfactory Academic Progress Policiesfor Financial Aid.Institutional grants and scholarships have a priority date ofApril 1. Completed applications received after April 1 will beconsidered on a “first-come, first-served” basis.Note: As most <strong>NMC</strong> scholarships are need-based, students areencouraged to complete the FAFSA.<strong>NMC</strong> scholarship and grant eligibility criteria are primarilydetermined by the donor and/or <strong>NMC</strong> scholarship committeeand based on financial need, scholastic ability, and/or otherspecific stipulations. You will be notified only if you havebeen awarded a scholarship.How Aid is PaidStudents receiving any type of financial assistance (federalor institutional) will have their student accounts credited forone-half of the award at the beginning of each semester forwhich they are eligible, unless otherwise specified by the donor.Grant and scholarship funds from all sources credit firstto tuition and fees, unless the specific aid is targeted to othereducational costs.Generally, financial aid funds will be credited to a student’saccount based on the number of credit hours in which thestudent is enrolled on the census (freeze aid) date. After thecensus date, credit balances are paid within 14 days after thecredit balance occurs. Please be aware that your financial aidaward could change based on credit hour load at the timeaid is paid. Students unsure of whether their change in credithours will affect their financial aid should check with theFinancial Aid office prior to dropping classes.Federal Work-Study/Institutional Employment payments arepaid bi-weekly directly to the student.completion timeframe. (See Satisfactory Academic Progresspolicy for further information on the 150 percent rule.)Work StudyIt is a policy at <strong>NMC</strong> that a student employee on FederalWork-Study is a part-time employee who is enrolled (6 creditsminimum) and regularly attending classes at <strong>NMC</strong>. Thestudent’s primary purpose for being at <strong>NMC</strong> must be tofurther his or her education. Student employees are eligibleto work 20 hours per week during the semester and 40 hoursper week during break. Student employees must be enrolledat least half-time (6 credits Fall/Spring and 3 credits Summer)each semester and be making satisfactory academic progress.Any student employee who is no longer enrolled at <strong>NMC</strong>must be terminated from employment.Students wishing employment on campus should file forfinancial aid using the Free Application for Federal StudentAid (FAFSA) and should register with the Advising Centerin the Osterlin Library, (231) 995-1041.Transfer StudentsStudents who transfer to <strong>NMC</strong> from other postsecondaryinstitutions shall be eligible for federal aid in accordance withestablished <strong>NMC</strong> guidelines. Hours transferred from anyprior institution(s) will be counted in the maximum numberof hours allowed for aid eligibility for the currently-soughtdegree or certificate. Prior student loan accumulation mayaffect a student’s overall loan eligibility at <strong>NMC</strong>.Special Note:If you are transferring to <strong>NMC</strong> between the fall and springsemesters, please be aware that financial aid does not automaticallytransfer from one school to another. Contact theFinancial Aid office as soon as you have made the decision totransfer so we can assist you with the transfer process.Enrollment StatusWith the exception of Pell grants, a student must enroll forsix (6) or more credit hours per semester to receive federalfinancial assistance.Change Of MajorsCredit hours accumulated under a previous major(s) at <strong>NMC</strong>or other postsecondary institution(s) shall be counted in themaximum number of hours allowed for aid eligibility for thecurrently-sought degree or certificate. Extension of financialaid eligibility may be approved by the <strong>NMC</strong> Financial Aidcommittee if the student submits a <strong>NMC</strong> Petition for Extensionto the committee regarding a change in major. Studentswill be allowed 3 changes in their major prior to filing aPetition for Extension unless they are nearing the 150 percent32 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGSatisfactory AcademicProgress RequirementsIntroductionThe Education Amendments of 1987 require that a studentmust be making “satisfactory progress” in his/her course ofstudy to be eligible for aid. In order to satisfy this requirementand prevent abuse of the intentions of the federal aidprograms, satisfactory progress guidelines must be adhered toby students who receive any type of Title IV federal aid (Pell,FSEOG, FWS, Direct Stafford Loan, Direct Parent (PLUS)Loan, IASG).To be eligible for federally-funded financial aid programs andmost institutional awards at <strong>NMC</strong>, all students must meetthe following qualitative and quantitative requirements forsatisfactory academic progress (SAP).These standards are for all students applying for assistancefor any federal financial aid program administered by the<strong>NMC</strong> Financial Aid Office. Academic progress requirementsfor scholarships are defined by the respective donors andmaintained in the <strong>NMC</strong> Financial Aid or <strong>NMC</strong> InstitutionalAdvancement Office.Frequency and Interval of ReviewSatisfactory academic progress will be reviewed prior to theawarding of any federal financial aid. It will also be reviewedand monitored at the end of fall, spring and summersemesters, and prior to the disbursement of aid for thefollowing semester.Establishing Initial EligibilityA student’s past academic transcripts will be reviewedaccording to the following guidelines:a. Students who have never attended <strong>NMC</strong> will be consideredin good standing with regard to minimum semestercredits completed and minimum GPA requirements.b. Students who have previously attended <strong>NMC</strong> will havetheir past academic transcripts reviewed regardless ofwhether financial aid was received for previous attendance.c. Transfer credits from other institutions that apply toyour current degree program will be considered in determiningeligibility under the maximum time frame criteria.Maintaining Qualitativeand Quantitative Eligibility• Minimum grade point average (GPA) requirements(Qualitative): All financial aid students must have a minimum2.0 semester GPA to be eligible for financial aid forthe following semester; and• Minimum completion factor required (Quantitative):All financial aid students must complete a minimum of67% of the credits for which they are registered on thecensus (freeze aid) date. When calculating completion thefollowing designations will be considered as non completionof the class: Incompletes (I), audits (AU), withdrawals(WP/ WF), failures-to-attend (FA), unsatisfactory (U), notqualified(NQ), in-progress (IP), zeros (0.0) and repeats;Maximum Quantitative MeasureOnly those courses that apply to the program will be consideredin the quantitative measure. Once a student has obtainedthe total hours required for their program, and prior toreaching the 150% maximum of credit hours, students willbe required to complete a <strong>NMC</strong> Petition for Extension. Theseforms are available on www.nmc.edu/financialaid and in thefinancial aid office.Credit hours accumulated under a previous major(s) at <strong>NMC</strong>or other postsecondary institution(s) shall be counted in themaximum number of hours allowed for aid eligibility if theyapply to the currently sought degree or certificate. All of thesecredit hours are counted regardless if the student did or didnot receive financial aid.Extension of financial aid eligibility may be approved by the<strong>NMC</strong> Financial Aid Committee if the student submits a<strong>NMC</strong> Petition for Extension to the Financial Aid Committeeregarding a change in major. Students will be allowed 3changes in their major prior to filing a Petition for Extensionunless they are nearing the 150% completion timeframe.If a student has already received a degree or certificate, oris changing majors, she/he will need to file a Petition forExtension of Federal Financial Aid. Only those courses thatapply to the new program will be considered in the quantitativemeasure.Students are allowed a maximum of one appeal for extensionof time per major/program.MaximumTotal Credit Attempted HoursHours Allowed for AidProgram Type Required EligibilityAssociate in Applied Science (AAS) 64 96Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) 72 108Associate in General Studies (AGS) 64 96Associate in Science and Arts (ASA) 64 96Certificate of Achievement Programs 16-63 24-95Other Factorsa. AuditsClasses taken for audit will not be considered when determiningsemester award amounts or minimum semestercredits completed. Classes taken for audit will not be consideredas attempted credits toward the maximum timeframe for completion.b. Remedial/Developmental CoursesAfter a student has attempted 30 hours of remedial/developmentalcredit hours, he/ she cannot receive financialaid for remedial/ developmental credit hours. From thatpoint on, remedial/developmental credit hours will countin his/her attempted hours but not in enrollment status orcost of attendance for financial aid purposes.Warning and SuspensionFinancial aid warning and suspension apply only to a student’sstatus for purposes of financial aid eligibility at <strong>NMC</strong>. Thisdoes not become part of the student’s permanent record andStudent Serviceswww.nmc.edu33
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGStudent Servicesis not transferable to other institutions. Please be aware, yourfinancial aid status may differ from your academic status.a. WarningStudents who do not complete the minimum number ofcredits or who do not possess a satisfactory grade pointaverage will be placed on a warning status for their nextsemester or term of enrollment. A student remains eligibleto receive financial aid while on a warning status. If boththe minimum number of credits and GPA requirementare met at the end of the warning, the student will beremoved from warning status.b. SuspensionIf a student does not meet the requirements for maintainingeligibility at the end of the warning semester, eligibility for federal financial aid programs will be suspended.Students who have reached or exceed the maximum timeframe for completion will be placed on immediate financialaid suspension.Reinstating aid eligibilityAn appeals process is available to students who lose financialaid eligibility based on failure to meet minimum GPArequirements or exceeding the 150 percent timeframe.If <strong>NMC</strong> is required to repay any portion of a federal educationloan, the student or parent borrower is responsible forrepaying the funds to <strong>NMC</strong>. The student or parent borroweris responsible for the remainder of the loan in accordancewith the terms of the Master Promissory Note.If the student is responsible for returning grant funds, thestudent must make arrangements with <strong>NMC</strong> or the Departmentof Education to return the funds. Any amount that thestudent has to return is considered a grant overpayment.If a student withdraws, receives all 0.00 or a combination ofboth in any semester, the Financial Aid Office is required todetermine a last date of attendance and a refund calculationmay apply.The last date of attendance for that semester will be reportedto the Department of Education and subsequent disbursementsmay be cancelled. Written examples of return of fundscalculations and additional information are available in theFinancial Aid Office upon request.LoansStudents must have a FAFSA on file in order to receive anytype of educational loan.If the appeal is approved the student will be notified in writingand reinstated on probationary status.A student may also regain eligibility for federal student aid ifthey successfully complete 6 credits at <strong>NMC</strong> in one semesterwith at least 2.0 semester GPA at their own expense.It is the student’s responsibility to request that the FinancialAid Office re-evaluate their academic record to determine ifaid eligibility has been re-established once suspended fromfederal financial aid.Withdrawals and Return of Title IV AidAccording to federal regulations, colleges must determine theamount of federal student financial assistance (SFA) a studentearns if he or she completely withdraws, either officially orunofficially, from all classes. The date of a student’s withdrawalfrom <strong>NMC</strong> will generally be the date the student officiallywithdraws from all their classes.However, the <strong>College</strong> may use an earlier last documented dateof attendance at an academically related activity if this datemore accurately reflects the student’s withdrawal date thanthe date the student begins the school’s withdrawal process ornotified the school of his or her intent to withdraw. When astudent fails to officially withdraw from <strong>NMC</strong>, the withdrawaldate will be assumed to be the mid-point of the semester orthe last date of documented activity.The amount of assistance that the student earned is determinedon a prorated basis. That is, if the student completed30 percent of the payment period, the student earned 30percent of the assistance he/she was originally scheduled to receive.Once the student has completed more than 61 percentof the payment period, he/she is considered to have earned100% of his/her federal assistance.Short-term loansConsortium Students - <strong>NMC</strong> may provide a short-term loanto students who have completed a consortium agreement withcertain colleges. The short-term loan can help cover a portionof their on-campus expenses (tuition, fees, and requiredbooks/supplies) provided they have remaining funding fromtheir home institution. This loan is interest free provided it isrepaid by the due date (usually within 30-60 days).Long-Term LoansStudents must be enrolled in at least six credits per semesterfor Federal Loan eligibility.Federal Direct Stafford Loan Programwww.studentloans.gov• Subsidized• UnsubsidizedFederal Direct Parent Loan for UndergraduateStudents (PLUS)www.studentloans.govParent(s) of a dependent student (who has filed aFAFSA) may borrow under this program for theirchild’s educational expenses.Alternative loansAlternative loans are credit score-based. Students should useany Federal Direct Loan funds they are offered before applyingfor an alternative loan. Students should research manylenders to find out interest rates, payment and enrollmentrequirements before choosing a lender. <strong>NMC</strong> cannot recommendthe best lender for students to select. Students MUSTnotify the <strong>NMC</strong> Financial Aid Office that they have appliedfor an Alternative Loan and the lender’s identity.34 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGScholarships & GrantsPages 35-41 summarize the types of scholarships and grantsavailable at <strong>NMC</strong>, including government-sponsored, institutional,and privately donated. The first step to a scholarship isfiling the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, available atwww.fafsa.ed.gov or in the Financial Aid Office (Tanis 142).The FAFSA is used to determine financial need. Many <strong>NMC</strong>scholarships require no additional applications.Since criteria and availability of funds are subject to change,visit www.nmc.edu/financialaid for the most updated Scholarshipand Grant information.Government SponsoredFederal Pell Grant - Unlike a loan, Pell Grants do not haveto be repaid. Pell grants are awarded usually only to undergraduatestudents who have not earned a bachelor’s or a professionaldegree. (In some cases, however, a student enrolledin a post-baccalaureate teacher certification program mightreceive a Pell grant.) Pell grants are considered a foundationof federal financial aid, to which aid from other federal andnonfederal sources might be added.If you received a Pell grant for the first time on or after July 1,2008, you can only receive the Pell grant for up to 18 semestersor the equivalent. Requires FAFSA.Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant -For undergraduates with exceptional financial need. Pellgrant recipients with the lowest EFCs will be the first to getFSEOGs. Like Pell grants, FSEOGs don’t have to be paidback. Requires FAFSA.U.S. Maritime Administration Student IncentivePayments of $4,000 per year for four years are available toa select number of qualifying cadets in each entering classat the Great Lakes Maritime Academy. Details on theprogram are available through the GLMA Departmentof Naval Science.<strong>Michigan</strong> Competitive Scholarship - Provides scholarshipsup to $1,300 per year based on ACT scores and financialneed. This award is tuition/fee restricted. Requires FAFSA.<strong>Michigan</strong> Native American Tuition Waiver - May covertuition for certified North American Indians (1/4 blood) whoenroll in a public college or university and are a MI resident.Contact your tribal association for additional information.Requires FAFSA.Tuition Incentive Program (TIP) - Student eligibility isdetermined before high school graduation. This program willpay up to 24 semester credits (will not cover contact hours)per academic year of current in-district resident tuition ratesup to a maximum of 80 semester credits or upon completionof an Associate degree, whichever comes first. Studentsmust initiate benefits for enrollment within four years of highschool graduation or GED completion.Institutional ScholarshipsAcademic Area Scholarships - Provide up to $2,000 per academicyear to second-year students. Application and selectionare made through each academic area during Spring Semesterfor an award for the next academic year. If a Divisionalscholar is eligible for other tuition-restricted awards (i.e. TIP,<strong>Michigan</strong> Competitive Scholar-ship, Native American TuitionWaiver, etc.) those awards will be applied first. Any remainingbalance due for tuition and fees or required books andsupplies may be covered by the Divisional Scholarship funds.Details of the application process and eligibility requirementsare available in each academic area office.Adopt-a-Student Grants - Awarded to students enrolled forsix or more credit hours who are residents of Antrim, Benzie,Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Leelanau, or Wexford County.The amounts of the grants vary. Adopt-a-Student Grants areawarded based on financial need and require a cumulativeminimum 2.5 grade point average. If a recipient is eligible forother restricted awards (TIP, <strong>Michigan</strong> Competitive Scholarship,Native American Tuition Waiver, etc.), those awardswill be applied first. Scholarship funds may be used forremaining tuition, fees, required books and supplies.Commitment Scholarships - Awarded to students fromschool districts in <strong>NMC</strong>’s service area selected in eighth gradeby their principals and counselors. These academically promisingstudents with financial need are encouraged to completehigh school and attend <strong>NMC</strong> with scholarship support. Recipientsmust commit to satisfactory academic progress, effortand citizenship. Upon high school graduation, students whohave met all requirements receive scholarships. In order to receivethis scholarship the student must apply for financial aidusing the FAFSA. If a Commitment award student is eligiblefor other gift aid, those awards will be applied first toward thestudent’s tuition and fees. Commitment scholarships are fortuition and fees only.Great Lakes Maritime Revolving Loan Fund - Cadets whoare officially enrolled in the Academy can borrow funds tocover a portion of tuition/fees, books and required supplies,on/off-campus room/board or transportation costs. A writtenrecommendation is required from a member of the GLMAScholarship Committee and repayment is required within 90days or the end of that respective semester, whichever is first.Honors Scholarships - Awarded by the Honors ScholarshipCommittee. Eight scholarships of $2,000 each are awardedto full-time students (minimum of 12 credit hours) and fourscholarships of $1,000 each are awarded to part-time students(minimum of six credit hours). Candidates must have earneda minimum 20 semester credit hours at <strong>NMC</strong> with at least a3.5 grade point average and three credit hours in the HonorsProgram. Details of the application process and additionaleligibility requirements are available at www.nmc.edu/honorsor call Honors Program advisor at (231) 995-1041.Occupational Programs Grants - A limited number ofawards for students enrolled in approved occupationalprograms and who demonstrate financial need. It may beStudent Serviceswww.nmc.edu35
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGStudent Servicesused toward the cost of tuition, fees, required books/supplies,transportation and/or daycare.Presidential Scholarships - Awarded each spring to ademicallysuperior seniors from the <strong>NMC</strong> service area high schools.A 3.75 GPA is required, along with a recommendation fromthe school’s principal or counselor. The number of scholarshipsand the funding may vary each year. If a Presidentialscholar is eligible for other tuition-restricted awards (i.e. TIP,<strong>Michigan</strong> Competitive Scholarship, Native American TuitionWaiver, etc.), those awards will be applied first. Presidentialscholarship funds may be used for any remaining balance dueat <strong>NMC</strong> for tuition, fees, or required books and supplies. At<strong>NMC</strong>, Presidential scholars must maintain a 3.25 grade pointaverage as a full-time student (12 or more credits) to re-maineligible. Recipients are also required to perform communityvolunteer service each semester. For applications and moreinformation, contact <strong>NMC</strong>’s Admissions Office.SGA Child Care Grant - The <strong>NMC</strong> Student GovernmentAssociation provides funding to assist with the cost of childcare while students are attending class. Apply using separateapplication available in Financial Aid Office.<strong>NMC</strong> ScholarshipsYou are encouraged to file the Free Application for FederalStudent Aid, available at www.fafsa.ed.gov or in theFinancial Aid Office (Tanis 142). The FAFSA is used todetermine financial need. Many <strong>NMC</strong> scholarships requireno additional applications.The chart below summarizes scholarship eligibility criteria.New scholarships are added continuously. Both criteriaand availability of funds are subject to change. Visitwww.nmc.edu/financialaid for the most detailed andupdated criteria for all scholarships.<strong>NMC</strong> Scholarship Name Need Min Min Term Residency (District = Grand Traverse County & Service Area = Other Criteria AwardBased GPA Credits GT, Antrim, Benzie, Kalkaska, Leelanau, & Wexford Counties) OnlineGeneral Scholarships50th Anniversary Y 2.50 6.00 Open Y VariesAMICAE Y 1.00 Open Y $500Adopt-a-Student Y 2.50 6.00 Open VariesAgosa-Don Y 2.00 1.00 Open $250Amical 2.50 6.00 Traverse City Y $600Antrim Adopt-a-Student Y 2.50 6.00 Antrim County Y VariesBasset-Vivian J Hedden 2.50 1.00 Open Y 2 - $750Baur-Joanne Y 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y VariesBeckett-James & Dorothy 2.00 6.00 Service Area Y VariesBeers-Julius & Barbara Y 3.00 6.00 Service Area VariesBenson-Chuck & Barb 3.00 6.00 Open Y $500Benzie Adopt-a-Student Y 2.50 6.00 Benzie County Y VariesBenzie Women’s History Project Y 2.50 1.00 Service Area Y $500Boike-Kristine Sue Memorial 3.00 Grand Traverse or Leelanau County Y VariesBruce-Kalee 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y 2 - $500Byl Family Y 3.00 12.00 In District $1000Clancy Family Memorial Y 2.00 12.00 Grand Traverse, Leelanau, or Antrim County Y VariesClass of 51 3.00 12.00 Service Area Y $500Comden-George C Alumni Y 6.00 Service Area 2 - $1000Comfort Keepers Caregiver Y 1.00 Open Y 2 - $500Committment Open Y VariesCone Drive/Textron 2.50 6.00 Service Area $500Cox-Barbara 2.00 6.00 Service Area Y 2 - $500Cunningham-William Memorial Y 6.00 Service Area Y VariesDaisy Chain Y 2.50 6.00 Service Area Y Multi - $600DeWitt-Jim Facilities 2.00 1.00 Open VariesDeYoung-Lyle 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y $1000Derbyshire-Edgar & Etta Wexford County, Manton HS Graduate Y VariesDickinson Upward Bound 3.00 12.00 Service Area Y $500Drew-Sandra & Gary 2.50 6.00 Leelanau County, Suttons Bay HS Graduate Y $500Dunn-Monon Y 2.50 6.00 Service Area $500Elk Rapids Rotary 6.00 Open Y VariesElks Lodge Endowment Y 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y VariesEngstrom-Richard Bracken Y 1.00 Service Area Y 20 - VariesFivenson 6.00 Open Y VariesFurney-Margaret H Memorial 6.00 Open Y VariesGrand Traverse Adopt-a-Student 2.50 6.00 In District VariesGlen Lake Women’s Club Y 6.00 Open VariesGore-Cortland K Memorial 2.50 6.00 In District $500Graceland Fruit Benzie, Grand Traverse, Leelanau, or Manistee County Y 2 - $500Harry L Weitz MD Memorial Y 6.00 Open Y $500Hildorf-Bob & Stella Y 2.50 6.00 Open $389Holland-Walter 3.00 12.00 Open $333Home Builders 2.50 1.00 Service Area Varies36 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOG<strong>NMC</strong> Scholarship Name Need Min Min Term Residency (District = Grand Traverse County & Service Area = Other Criteria AwardBased GPA Credits GT, Antrim, Benzie, Kalkaska, Leelanau, & Wexford Counties) OnlineGeneral Scholarships continuedHonors Full-Time Student 3.50 12.00 Open Y VariesHonors Part-Time Student 3.50 6.00 Open Y VariesHook-Jay & Joan 2.50 6.00 Leelanau County, Leland HS Graduate Y 2 - $500Immanual Lutheran Church 2.50 6.00 Open Y $500International Student 2.50 6.00 International Y $500Jaquish Journalism 2.00 Open 2 - $500Jensen-Lena C Y 2.00 6.00 Open Y VariesJohn Lewis Veterans for Peace Y 12.00 Service Area Y $1000Jones-Jane & Chester Y 3.00 12.00 Open Y 2 - $2000KKH Student Experience Abroad 6.00 Open Y 2 - $500Kalkaska Adopt-a-Student 2.50 6.00 Kalkaska County Y VariesKhan-Amjad & Durkhanai Y 6.00 Open $700Kiker-William Y 2.00 Open VariesLearning Resourses & Tech St Y 6.00 Open Y VariesLee-Leslie Y 2.50 6.00 Antrim County, Elk Rapids HS Graduate Y $1000Leelanau Adopt-a-Student 2.50 6.00 Leelanau County Y VariesLessard-Arlie Mae 2.50 12.00 Antrim County, Bellaire HS Graduate Y 2 - $1000Lord-Mary Lee Zonta Y Open Y VariesMalone Antrim County Y 2.50 1.00 Antrim County preference Y 3 - $1000McCarthy-Jerry Memorial Y 3.00 1.00 Open Y VariesMcPhall-Clare & Luella Y 6.00 Service Area Y $1000Mutual Service Stations Y 3.00 6.00 Open $1000<strong>NMC</strong> Apartment Resident 2.50 6.00 Open $500<strong>NMC</strong> Divisional Full-Time Student 3.00 12.00 Open Y Varies<strong>NMC</strong> Divisional Part-Time Student Open Y Varies<strong>NMC</strong> Faculty Y 3.00 12.00 Open Y 2 - $1000<strong>NMC</strong> General Open Varies<strong>NMC</strong> Presidential 12.00 Open Varies<strong>NMC</strong> Student Government Association 3.25 6.00 Open $500Northern <strong>Michigan</strong> API 3.00 6.00 Open Y 2 - $1000<strong>Northwestern</strong> Bank - I Can Do That 3.00 12.00 Specific MI County preferences (list online) Y $1000Norton-John & Jane Y 3.00 9.00 Open Y VariesOlson-Dr Travis N & Lucile M Y 2.50 6.00 Grand Traverse or Leelanau County Y $500Phi Theta Kappa 3.50 1.00 Open Y 2 - $500Pifer-Allen & Marjorie Family Y Open VariesPotter-William & Mary Y 1.00 Open Y VariesQuinn-Richard & Lucy Y 6.00 Service Area Y VariesRajkovich-Nick 12.00 Open $500Reffitt Y 2.00 12.00 Antrim County Y VariesRogers Moynihan-Evelyn 3.00 In District Y $1000Rotary Club of Traverse City Y 1.00 Grand Traverse County - dual enrolled TC Public HS’s Y VariesStudent Govt Assoc Adopt-a-Student Y 2.50 6.00 Service Area VariesStudent Govt Assoc Child Care 6.00 Open VariesSchafer-George & Helen Memorial 2.50 6.00 Open Y $1200Service Learning Interships 2.00 1.00 Open Y VariesSiler-Jessie & Oscar Y 2.00 12.00 Open Y 2 - $1000Slack-D Jerome & Margery C Y 6.00 Open VariesSpenceley-Molly Jean Memorial Y 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y $500Stace-Margaret A Memorial Y 6.00 In District Y VariesState Savings Bank of Frankfort 2.25 6.00 Open Y $500Stehouwer Family Y 3.00 6.00 Open $1000Steiger-Richardson Y 3.00 12.00 Traverse City West or Central HS Graduate Y $1000Strive-Kalkaska Rotary 6.00 Open VariesSupport Staff 2.00 6.00 Open VariesTraverse City Central Class of 1965 Y 6.00 Traverse City Central HS Graduate Y $1000Traverse City Exchange Club Y 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y VariesTraverse City Rotary/Strive 6.00 Open VariesTed Durga Endowed Y 6.00 Open Y $1000Thero-James Y 2.50 6.00 Open Y VariesThompson Carless Y 3.00 6.00 Open VariesThompson-Bobby L & Karen J Veterans Y 6.00 Open Y $1000Trevino Hart-Elva Diversity Y 2.50 6.00 Open Y VariesUniversity Center Endowed Y 3.00 3.00 Open Y $500Upward Bound Outstanding Student Y 6.00 Open Y $1000Voltz-C E Memorial Y 2.50 6.00 Benzie County Y $500Votruba Family 3.00 1.00 Service Area Y VariesStudent Serviceswww.nmc.edu37
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOG<strong>NMC</strong> Scholarship Name Need Min Min Term Residency (District = Grand Traverse County & Service Area = Other Criteria AwardBased GPA Credits GT, Antrim, Benzie, Kalkaska, Leelanau, & Wexford Counties) OnlineGeneral Scholarships continuedWalker-Nellie A Y 2.00 12.00 Open Y VariesWalton Junction Sportsman Club Y 2.50 6.00 Kingsley, Forest Area or Manton HS Graduate Y $500Wexford County Adopt-a-Student 2.50 6.00 Wexford County Y VariesWise-Imogene & Harold Y 3.00 12.00 Open VariesWolin-Maureen Memorial Y 2.50 Open Y 2 - $500Wright-Norah B Y 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y VariesWynkoop-Ralph E & Eva B Y 6.00 Service Area Y VariesYoung-Mary E Memorial Y 6.00 Service Area Y VariesZonta-Opportunity for Change Open VariesStudent ServicesAviation ScholarshipsAviation 2.00 Open VariesAviation Student Council 3.00 12.00 Open Y $500CESSNA Foundation Open Y 4 - $1000Experimental Aircraft Association 6.00 Open Y 2 - $500Feko-Matthew Memorial 2.75 6.00 Open Y VariesHoltsclaw-Darrell 3.00 Open Y VariesHoxie-Ben 3.00 6.00 Open Y $500Mick-Stan Aviation Memorial Y 6.00 Open Y VariesRodriguez 3.00 6.00 Open Y VariesStetson-Steward R Y 3.00 6.00 Open Y $750Stulen-Frank & Dorothy MTEC Open Y VariesBridge ScholarshipsBridge Circle 3.50 1.00 Open Y VariesBridge Program 2.00 Open VariesGrooters-Mickey 1.00 Open Y $500Thero-James G Y 2.50 Service Area Y VariesBusiness ScholarshipsAlfonso-John V Memorial Y 6.00 Service Area Y VariesAnderson-Glen A 3.25 12.00 Service Area Y $1803Bay Area Insurance Agents Association 6.00 Open 2 - $500Bearup & Judson Legal 3.50 6.00 Service Area $350Bertelsen-Virginia A CCR Y 6.00 Open Y VariesBiederman Foundation Y 2.00 6.00 Open Y $2000Blough-Erich 2.00 3.00 Open Y VariesBusiness Discipline 2.00 Open VariesChemical Bank Y 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y $1000Dennis Gartland Niergarth Accounting 6.00 In District Y VariesEconomic Club of Traverse City 3.30 6.00 Service Area Y 2 - $1000Faulk-Wm E Intermediate Accounting 3.50 6.00 In District Y $500Gaunt-Ernest & Donna 2.50 6.00 Open VariesH Cox & Son Y 3.25 6.00 Service Area VariesHart Accounting 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y VariesIndependent Accountants Association 2.50 Open VariesLegal Assisting 2.00 Open VariesMacPhee-Keith 3.00 6.00 Open $500Martino-William C & Delrose M Y 12.00 Open Y VariesNiemi-Gordon Business Division 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y $800Nolf-Angela I Y 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y VariesParon Financial Company Y 3.00 12.00 Open VariesRobinson-Glen & Anne Y 2.50 6.00 Service Area $1000Safety Net Excellence in IT 3.25 6.00 Open Y 2 - $500Schmidt Strom-Zonta 3.00 6.00 Grand Traverse or Leelanau County Y VariesSchmuckal-Art & Mary 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y VariesSchmuckal-Art & Mary Y 3.00 12.00 Open Y VariesSmith Haughey Rice & Roegge Y 2.50 6.00 Service Area $544Smith-Schuyler 12.00 Open Y VariesStrom-Zonta Y 6.00 Service Area Y VariesStulen-Frank & Dorothy MTEC Open Y VariesZipser-Ann P Accounting Y 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y $50038 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOG<strong>NMC</strong> Scholarship Name Need Min Min Term Residency (District = Grand Traverse County & Service Area = Other Criteria AwardBased GPA Credits GT, Antrim, Benzie, Kalkaska, Leelanau, & Wexford Counties) OnlineCommunications ScholarshipsCommunications 2.00 Open VariesNoverr-Joseph 6.00 Open VariesOliver-Harry Theater 1.00 Open Y VariesOlmstead-Laura Memorial 3.00 6.00 Open Y VariesPahl-John Literary Prize Open Y 2 - $100Prout-Patricia 3.00 Open Y VariesSpearing-Kaye Memorial 3.00 6.00 Open Y $500Construction ScholarshipsFeyen Zelstra Construction Y Open Y VariesHVAC Excellence 1.00 Open Y 2 - $500New York Life Eagle Strategies Open Y VariesCulinary Arts ScholarshipsAdamski-Nick Memorial Y 6.00 Open Y $1000Ames-Angela Kay Y 3.00 6.00 Open Y 2 - $1000Boyd-Adam W 2.50 Open Y $1000Chef Pierre Y 3.00 12.00 Open VariesCindy Warner Y 3.00 6.00 Open $1000Culinary Arts 2.00 Open VariesDuchene Foundation Y 3.00 6.00 Open 2 - $2000Great Lakes Culinary Adopt-a-Student 2.50 3.00 Service Area VariesHansen Foods 2.50 6.00 Leelanau County Y $1000Hofmeister-The Family Y 6.00 Service Area $1000Lobdell Teaching Restaurant 2.50 6.00 Service Area Y 2 - $2500Lulu’s Siren Hall 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y 2 - $750Magnum Hospitality Missy Memorial 2.75 6.00 Service Area, plus Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Boyne City Y VariesRound-Bob & Maybelle Memorial 2.00 Open $500Rudd Culinary 2.00 6.00 Service Area $1000TC Convention & Visitors Bureau Y 6.00 Service Area $1000Tapawingo Scholarship 3.00 12.00 Open Y VariesTaste of Cherries 12.00 Open VariesTasters’ Guild 2.00 Open VariesStudent ServicesHealth Occupations ScholarshipsBiederman Foundation Y 2.00 6.00 Open Y $1000Chase-Robert & Betty Dental Assistant Y 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y VariesCline-Warren W MD Memorial 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y VariesDental Assisting Open Y VariesDonnelly-Kathleen Endowment Y 3.00 12.00 Open Y VariesDrulard-Alice Y 2.50 6.00 Open Y VariesEiken-Nied Y 12.0 In District Y $1000Ferguson/Osterlin 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y VariesFoster-Ruth & Clifford Y 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y VariesGove-Margaret Y 6.00 Open Y $1000Great Northern Benefits 2.50 6.00 Service Area Y $350Hathaway-Earl 2.50 6.00 Open Y VariesHelms Endowment 2.50 12.00 Open Y VariesKindra-John & Nancy Memorial Y 2.50 12.00 Open Y 3 - $750Longcore-Olive V Memorial Service Area, Ostego County Y VariesMarriott-Marlatt Y 6.00 Antrim County Y VariesMills-Rita J Memorial Y 2.00 6.00 Open Y $500Molvang-Eric & Hettie Y 2.50 6.00 Service Area Y 2 - $1000Murner-Harold & Ida 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y VariesNursing 2.00 Open Y VariesOliver-Ward L Memorial 3.00 6.00 Open Y $500Parrish-Jan Nursin Y 3.00 3.00 Open Y $1000Pronger-Peggy A Y 3.00 6.00 Open Y $500Rady-Gordon & Marlene Y 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y VariesResort District Dental Society Y 3.00 1.00 Specific MI County preferences (list online) Y VariesRothermel-Fred M & Carmen B Y 3.00 12.00 Specific MI County preferences (list online) Y VariesSchroth Family Y 6.00 Service Area Y VariesSomers/Alzheimers Y 6.00 Specific MI County preferences (list online) Y $733.81Swan-Rhea 6.00 Open Y $500Swift Nursing Endowment Fund Y 6.00 Service Area Y Varieswww.nmc.edu 39
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOG<strong>NMC</strong> Scholarship Name Need Min Min Term Residency (District = Grand Traverse County & Service Area = Other Criteria AwardBased GPA Credits GT, Antrim, Benzie, Kalkaska, Leelanau, & Wexford Counties) OnlineHealth Occupations Scholarships continuedTraverse City Exchange Club Y 2.00 Service Area Y VariesTraverse City Women’s Club Y 12.00 Service Area Y VariesTompkins-Mabel Y 12.00 In District Y 3 - $500Weigand-Marion Memorial Y Service Area Y VariesStudent ServicesHumanities ScholarshipsGraphic Arts 2.00 Open Y VariesHughson-Michael Graphic Design 2.70 6.00 Open Y $200Knorr Marketing 3.00 6.00 Open Y $500Music 1.00 Open Y Varies<strong>NMC</strong> Art 2.00 Open Y Varies<strong>NMC</strong> Dance Program 4.00 1.00 Open Y VariesOlson-Daniel R Open Y VariesProut-Patricia 3.00 Open Y VariesRoss-Walt & Pat Music 3.00 12.00 Open Y VariesSiciliano-Stephen & Peg History 3.25 6.00 Open Y 2 - $500Smith-Schuyler Carrie E Open Y VariesSpearing-Kaye Memorial 3.00 6.00 Open Y $500TCCottage.com Visual Communications 3.00 6.00 Open Y $500Welch-Paul Art Department 6.00 Open Y $500Wolff-Patricia & Gene Memorial 3.00 6.00 Open Y VariesMaritime ScholarshipsAllingham-Henry Maritime Y 3.00 12.00 Open, United Kingdom preference Y 2 - $500Biederman Foundation Y 2.00 6.00 Open Y $2000Biros-George S Jr Y 3.00 Open VariesBranson-Chris & April Y 2.00 12.00 Open Y VariesBrophy-Arthur W 12.00 Open Y $1000Crowley-Thomas Sr Memorial 1.00 Open Y VariesG T Bay Power Squadron Maritime 2.50 12.00 Open Y VariesGLMA Adopt-a-Student 2.50 3.00 Service Area VariesGLMA 2.00 Open VariesGLMA Superintendent Y 12.00 Open VariesGreat Lakes Passenger Boat Association Open Y $500Great Lakes Task Force 3.00 12.00 Open Y $500Hurley-Maxine V Memorial 2.00 6.00 Open Y VariesKamm-Christian P 3.30 Open Y VariesLightfoot-Gordon 6.00 Open VariesLudington-Captain Lewis Open Y VariesMarine Engineer’s Beneficial Association Y 3.00 Open Y VariesMaritime Heritage Alliance 3.00 Open Y VariesMaritime Sea Project Open VariesMolvang-Eric & Hettie Y 2.50 6.00 Service Area Y 2 - $1000Prodigal Cadet Y 2.00 12.00 Open Y $600Raymond-George W Memorial Y 2.75 Open Y VariesRink-Suzanne V Memorial Y 6.00 Open Y VariesSears-Franklin Memorial 3.00 6.00 Open Y VariesSkelton-Captain Ray Memorial 2.00 5.00 Open Y $1000Staron-Jana License Prep 2.80 Open Y $400TC Exchange Club Y 2.00 Specific MI County preferences, resident for 2 years Y VariesThompson-Barbara H Endowed Y 1.00 Open Y VariesThompson-Barbara 6.00 Open Y VariesTrimble-Paul E 6.00 In District Y VariesWilliams Engineering 2.50 Open Y VariesScience & Math ScholarshipsAlfonso-John V Memorial Y 6.00 Service Area Y VariesAngell-W R Natural Science 3.00 12.00 Open Y VariesEasling Engineering Y 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y VariesEasling-Martin & Evon Y 3.00 Service Area Y 2 - $1000Engineering 2.00 Open Y VariesGosling Czubak Engineering 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y $1000Griner Family 2.50 6.00 Service Area Y $1000Moenkhaus-Art 3.00 6.00 Open Y Varies40 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOG<strong>NMC</strong> Scholarship Name Need Min Min Term Residency (District = Grand Traverse County & Service Area = Other Criteria AwardBased GPA Credits GT, Antrim, Benzie, Kalkaska, Leelanau, & Wexford Counties) OnlineScience & Math Scholarships continuedNaar-Corinne 3.00 12.00 Open Y $750Rady-Gordon & Marlene Y 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y VariesRogers-Ann Family Y 3.00 In District Y VariesRudd-Bob & Grace 2.50 12.00 Open Y VariesScience Math 2.00 Open Y VariesSheldon-David & Susan Y 6.00 Service Area Y $1000Sorensen-F W & Annette Y 2.50 12.00 In District Y $150W R Angell 3.00 6.00 Open Y VariesWilliams-Peta Memorial 3.00 Open Y VariesSocial Science ScholarshipsBaur-Joanne Y 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y VariesBlough-Erich 2.00 3.00 Open Y VariesFinch-Sgt Dennis Memorial 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y VariesKarczewski-Amy Y 3.00 12.00 Service Area Y 2 - $200Law Enforcement 2.00 Open Y VariesNugent-Maise L Memorial Y 2.50 6.00 Benzie County Y $500Schroth Family Y 6.00 Service Area Y VariesSpearing-Kaye Memorial 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y $500Traverse City Women’s Club Y 12.00 Service Area Y VariesWilmeth Social Science Y 3.00 6.00 Open Y $294Technical ScholarshipsAlfonso-John V Y 6.00 Service Area Y VariesAnderson-Dale Y 2.00 6.00 Open Y VariesAuto Technology 12.00 Open Y VariesBelovich-Otto & Kathy 2.50 Service Area Y $500Clark-Gary L Machine Tool 6.00 Open Y 2 - $1000Cowell-Wayne G Memorial 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y VariesDrafting 2.00 Open Y VariesMacIntosh-Mike Memorial 6.00 Open Y $500<strong>NMC</strong> Technical Careers 2.50 Service Area Y VariesStulen-Frank & Dorothy MTEC Open Y VariesTC Exchange Club Y Specific MI County preferences, resident for 2 years Y VariesTechnical 2.00 Open Y VariesYoung-R M Technical 3.00 6.00 Service Area Y $500Student ServicesVisit www.nmc.edu/financialaid for the mostdetailed and updated criteria for all scholarships.<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.www.nmc.edu41
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGStudent ServicesMGraduationwww.nmc.edu/recordsApplying for GraduationGraduation from <strong>NMC</strong> signifies that you have achieved theeducational objectives of the curriculum. You must completeall degree requirements and achieve an overall grade pointaverage of 2.0. One semester before you anticipate completingthe requirements for your degree or certificate program, fillout an Application for Degree or Certificate online. You mayalso pick up a form at the Records and Registration Office.Those participating in the graduation commencement ceremonyin May need to contact the <strong>NMC</strong> Bookstore, in thelower level of West Hall, to order caps and gowns.Graduation with Honorswww.nmc.edu/honorsStudents who have completed all the requirements for theirdegree, plus at least 16 semester credits in designated honorscourses and achieved an overall grade point average of atleast 3.5 graduate with honors. The following categoriesare recognized:3.50 - 3.75 = With Honor3.76 - 3.90 = With High Honor3.91 - 4.00 = With Highest HonorStudents who have completed all the requirements for theircertificate and have achieved an overall grade point average ofbetween 3.5 and 4.0 graduate with outstanding performance.Honors ConvocationAt the close of the academic year, <strong>NMC</strong> holds its annualHonors Convocation to recognize outstanding students. Thisceremony for exemplary students and their families is sponsoredby the <strong>NMC</strong> Honors Office and <strong>NMC</strong> faculty andprovides the opportunity to present many scholarshipsand awards.MHealth Serviceswww.nmc.edu/health-servicesBiederman Bldg, room 106, (231) 995-1255A family nurse practitioner is on duty Monday throughFriday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., during the fall and spring semesters.Doctors are available by appointment. Referrals to campusand community resources are made if appropriate. Servicesinclude but are not limited to:• Treatment of illness and injuries• Academic/sports/job physicals• Sexually Transmitted Infection testing and treatment• Allergy injections• Immunizations• Gynecological exams & contraception• Tuberculosis testing• Health information and counseling• Laboratory testing onsite• Nutrition advice• Limited pharmacyThe health fee paid by all students includes the services ofthe nurse practitioner and doctor, some medications anda reduced fee for some lab tests. In case of illness or injuryrequiring hospitalization, the use of outpatient facilities, orprivate physicians’ visits, students are responsible for paymentthrough personal insurance coverage or direct payment. Allmedical records are strictly confidential and are kept for tenyears from date of last visit.Health & Accident InsuranceAll students are eligible to enroll in a low-cost health insurancepolicy specifically for college students. Information andclaim forms are available fall and spring semesters. Internationalstudents are required to have medical insurance toattend <strong>NMC</strong>. This insurance fulfills this requirement.MHousingwww.nmc.edu/housingResidence hallsEast Hall, (231) 995-1400Close, convenient, affordable... fun! <strong>NMC</strong>’s East Hall offersmore than 200 students an opportunity to live in a supportive,alcohol- and drug-free community. More than just a place toeat and sleep, East Hall provides educational and social activitiesto promote your personal development, meet people andmake new friends.RoomsRooms are in suite arrangements - two rooms connected bya bathroom to accommodate four students. Each room hastwo beds, two desks with chairs and closets with drawer space.Basic cable service, local phone and Internet service is availablefree in each room. Each wing is equipped with a laundry roomwith washers and dryers. You have the option of living on asame-gender floor, or a coed floor.MealsThe <strong>NMC</strong> Food Court in neighboring West Hall offers hotbreakfasts, lunches and dinners plus a soup, salad and deli bar.The Northwest Grind coffee shop and convenience store offersa menu of ready-made sandwiches, wraps, snacks and drinks.A range of pre-paid meal plans allow you to choose whatworks for you. Meal plans are available to all faculty, staff andstudents, not only residence hall students. For more informationvisit www.nmcdining.com, or call (231) 995-1678.ActivitiesThe Residence Hall Council and Resident Assistant staff plana variety of events for residents. If you like to make things happen,get involved with the Residence Hall Council.42 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGTerms and Conditions of OccupancyThe <strong>NMC</strong> Residence Life Contract contains guidelines forresidence hall living and is available to answer all your questionsabout occupancy, room assignments, and payment.Residence Hall HandbookComplete information about living in the residence hall iscontained in the Residence Hall Handbook and ResidenceLife Contract. including such topics as:• Room assignments, guests, changes, repairs andoccupancy during breaks• Deposit, charge periods, refund schedule andfinancial penalty• Food service, meal options, furniture, electricalappliances, pets• Rules and regulations, dismissals and contract appeals• Safety procedures, fire/emergency evacuations• Fire alarms, firearms/weapons• Alcohol/Drug policyResidence Hall Alcohol & Drug PolicyThe manufacture, use or sale of alcohol, inhalants, and otherdrugs are prohibited in the residence hall and adjacent areas,including the athletic fields and parking lots. Alcohol containersand drug paraphernalia are also prohibited. These itemswill be confiscated by the Residence Life staff when found.The residence hall is not a haven from the law. If a local, stateor federal law has been violated, a law enforcement agency willbe called. Similar guidelines apply for all campus buildings andgrounds. A violation of the Alcohol and Drug policy may resultin immediate dismissal from the residence hall, suspensionand/or expulsion from <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>. Thismay occur on the first infraction of the Alcohol andDrug policy.The complete policy and procedures are available in theResidence Life Contract, Residence Hall Code of Conductwithin the Student Rights & Responsibilities handbook(see page 162) or online at www.nmc.edu/policies.Campus ApartmentsWest Hall, (231) 995-1119<strong>NMC</strong> has two-bedroom and one-bedroom on-campus apartmentsthat are ideal for students 21 years of age and older. Allapartments are non-smoking and pet-free. We are happy torent to students with families.Our apartments equipped with major kitchen appliances butotherwise unfurnished. Basic utilities are included in the rent.There are laundry facilities in the basement of each of thethree apartment buildings, all located on the east end of campus.Assigned parking is available for tenants and guests.MIntramural Sports/RecreationRajkovich Physical Education Bldg, (231) 995-1198Intramural sports are a series of leagues formed to provide funcompetition between <strong>NMC</strong> students. Fall traditionally meansco-ed kickball, co-ed softball and flag-football games. Duringthe winter, leagues move inside for floor hockey, co-ed dodgeball,co-ed indoor soccer and co-ed basketball. After springbreak is co-ed volleyball.Open Recreation hours are scheduled throughout the yearin the gymnasium for pick-up games of basketball, volleyball,dodgeball, and indoor soccer. Outdoor courts areavailable for basketball and sand volleyball. A frisbee/discgolf course surrounds East Hall, Fine Arts, and PhysicalEducation Buildings.Health & Fitness Center<strong>NMC</strong>’s Health and Fitness Center offers fitness circuit conditioningto students and community members, promotingcardiovascular fitness, strength, flexibility, and weight control.The Center features Universal weight machines, exercise bicycles,variable speed escalator treadmills, Nordic Track, ellipticaltrainers, and stair climber machines. To use the FitnessCenter, you can either register for the fitness circuit course orpurchase a membership and attend the orientation session fortraining guidelines. (231) 995-1379MLibrarywww.nmc.edu/libraryOsterlin Building, (231) 995-1060Find the quality information you need to succeed in college.Osterlin Library offers the resources and services youwill need to complete your assignments: printed books andmagazines, online databases, 50,000+ ebooks available fromanywhere, study space, computers, copy machine. Friendly,professional librarians are available to help.Reference.................................................. (231) 995-1540Service...................................................... (231) 995-1060Email...........................................library@mail.nmc.eduStudent Serviceswww.nmc.edu43
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGStudent ServicesMOrientation for New Studentswww.nmc.edu/orientationOffice of Student Life, West Hall, (231) 995-1118When you receive your acceptance letter to <strong>NMC</strong>, you alsoreceive information about the Orientation and Registrationprogram designed to acquaint new students with campus andto plan for the best schedule of classes to ensure success at <strong>NMC</strong>.Orientation and registration for new students is a convenientone-stop process. You will have an opportunity to discussyour COMPASS placement test scores one-on-one with anadvisor, transfer possibilities, and other pertinent courseinformation. After selecting the best individual schedule,students then register for classes.MParkingwww.nmc.edu/parkingCampus Safety Office, West Hall, (231) 995-2351All <strong>NMC</strong> students, faculty and staff must display a validparking permit to park in main campus lots during fall andspring semesters. No <strong>NMC</strong> permit is required on week-endsor summer semester, Enforcement of parking rules and regulationswill be by the City of Traverse City and <strong>Northwestern</strong><strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> Campus Security.Permits and a copy of the <strong>NMC</strong> Parking Policy are availableat the Cashier’s Office and the <strong>NMC</strong> Welcome Center. Guestpermits are available at the Cashier’s Office, the AdmissionsOffice, or the <strong>NMC</strong> Welcome Center.MPersonal Counselingwww.nmc.edu/counselingOffice of Student Life, West Hall, (231) 995-1118Professional counseling services meet a full spectrum ofpersonal needs. No fees are charged for counseling services.Our staff of licensed professional counselors can assist withcrisis intervention and mental health referrals when necessary.All personal counseling is on a short-term basis withcontinuing support available from area agencies. Our servicesare designed to help students resolve personal difficulties andacquire the skills, attitudes, and abilities that will enable themto take full advantage of their college experience.<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.MPhi Theta KappaPhi Theta Kappa is the internationally recognized honor societyfor two-year institutions of higher education. Admission isby invitation and is based on completion of 12 semester credithours toward a degree with at least a 3.5 GPA. The hallmarksof the society are scholarship, leadership, service and fellowship.Phi Theta Kappans are involved in many activitiescentered around these hallmarks and their work culminates inan Honors in Action project designed by the chapter membersand officers. There are opportunities for travel both in thestate to three regional conferences and the annual conferenceheld each spring.Alpha Rho Pi, <strong>NMC</strong>’s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, was recognizedas the Most Distinguished Chapter in the <strong>Michigan</strong>region for the 2003-2005 academic years and first runner-upin five of the past six years. The officers and members welcomeyour involvement.Phi Theta Kappa members wear a gold stole and tassel withtheir cap and gown at commencement in recognition of theiracademic achievement. For information on Phi Theta Kappa,call (231) 995-1041.MRecords & Registrationwww.nmc.edu/recordsTanis Building, (231) 995-1049The Records and Registration Office assists students with registration,transcripts, grades, enrollment verification, residencyinformation, address changes, Veterans Affairs information,degree audits, graduation and prior credit opportunities.RegistrationRegistration begins several months before classes start andcontinues on a daily basis until the end of the session’s addperiod. There are many sessions: early sessions, 15-weeksessions (the main session), late sessions. The dates for themain session will be published in the Schedule of Classes. Allsession dates are available online at www.nmc.edu/recordsunder Important Dates.The first days of registration will be online only. Registrationstart times will be assigned based on the student’s number ofearned credit hours. Once the Schedule of Classes is availableonline, students will be able to view their assigned registrationtime. After the initial assigned registration period has ended,all students may register online or in the Records & Registrationoffice.Registration after the start of any session may take place onlyif special permission is obtained from the department and theclass is not full.44 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGEarning a Second Associate DegreeStudents may earn additional degrees at <strong>NMC</strong>. A minimumof 15 earned hours (credits) shall be earned from <strong>NMC</strong> in additionto the required credits for the previous degree.Students seeking an additional associate degree shall be governedby the following stipulations:• Students may earn only one Associate in Science andArts degree• Students may earn the Associate in General Studies degreeonly as their first associate degree• Program requirements for the additional degree will bebased on the catalog that is in effect when the studentofficially switches to the new program• Previous credits will be evaluated by the Records Office fortransfer to the additional degree as applicable• This policy does not apply to certificates<strong>Catalog</strong> of RecordWhen you enroll for academic credit at <strong>NMC</strong>, your graduationrequirements are governed by the catalog in effect at thetime of enrollment. This changes:1. If you are not enrolled for three or more consecutivesemesters (excluding summer), or2. If the catalog is revised (print or web) and you wish tofollow the newer catalog, or3. If you change your program of study, you would begoverned by the catalog in effect when the change is made.When you do not enroll for three or more consecutive semesters(excluding summer), you will be governed by the catalogin effect when you re-enroll.MStudent Governmentwww.nmc.edu/student-servicesOffice of Student Life, West Hall, lower level(231) 995-1118The <strong>NMC</strong> Student Government Association represents thestudent body. Full or part-time students are eligible to becomean SGA representative. A student can become a representativethree ways: through a signature process, appointment by anacademic department, or by election. The student body annuallyelects three first-year and three second-year studentsto complete the board. SGA is funded by the student activityfee and is responsible for providing a well-rounded programof activities and events. SGA members meet weekly and representthe student body on several college committees.MStudent Lifewww.nmc.edu/student-servicesOffice of Student Life, West Hall, lower level(231) 995-1118Student OrganizationsThe Department of Student Life strives to create an activeand meaningful community for students. It promotes learning,cultural and ethnic awareness on campus by organizingstudent groups, hosting speakers, and co-sponsoring eventsin the community that include all students, staff and faculty.For a complete list of current student organizations, visitwww.nmc.edu/students and click on “Student Groups.”Want to start a new student organization? The Student LifeOffice can help you access facilities and outdoor space foractivities and meetings. Your organization can apply forfunding assistance to host events or travel to conferences.To form a new group you need to:1. Complete an application available in Student Life office2. Recruit a faculty or staff advisorStudent Media Opportunities<strong>NMC</strong> Magazinewww.nmc.edu/nmcmagazineEast Hall, lower level, (231) 995-1252Serving on the magazine staff offers art, literary and designstudents exciting opportunities to learn about publishing andto express their creativity. The magazine is published two orthree times a year in print, interactive DVD, and/or websiteversions. The magazine contains essays, poetry, short stories,illustration, photography, graphic design and other visualcommunication by <strong>NMC</strong> students and staff. Themed issuesare conceived, edited and published by student volunteers,with honors credits optional.White Pine Presswww.whitepinepress.orgWest Hall, Faculty Adviser: (231) 995-1347This award-winning student newspaper provides the best opportunityin Northwest Lower <strong>Michigan</strong> for students to gainhand-on experience with the various roles in a news organization,including: news-writing, photography, graphic design,illustration, or advertising sales. The White Pine Press publishesa bi-weekly newspaper, maintains a news website, andrecently won an <strong>NMC</strong> innovation grant to offer students theopportunity to work on broadcast journalism. Several paidpositions are available. A successful White Pine Press experiencecan lead to internships with local news organizations.Student ServicesGet Involved...For a full list of Student Groups visitwww.nmc.edu/studentsW<strong>NMC</strong> Radio: 90.7 FMwww.wnmc.orgWest Hall, lower level, (231) 995-2562Interested in radio broadcasting? W<strong>NMC</strong>-FM is a volunteerradio station that invites students and community membersto take part in both on-air and production opportunities.Technical training is provided for all volunteers. Call foradditional information and to arrange a tour of this facility.www.nmc.edu45
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGStudent ServicesMTuition, Billing & Feeswww.nmc.edu/cashierTanis Building, (231) 995-1085Tuition and fees are established and reviewed by theBoard of Trustees on an annual basis and are subject tochange without notice. Visit www.nmc.edu/tuition formost current rates.You may pay any amount at any time prior to the due date,but the final balance must be paid by 5 p.m. on the dateslisted online or in the Schedule of Classes or your enrollmentmay be cancelled. After final payment day, tuition is due atthe time of registration. For online registration only, paymentcan be made by credit card or ACH (electronic) transfer fromyour bank account. Otherwise payment must be receivedwithin 24 hours. Note: If you decide not to attend, you mustofficially withdraw or you will be liable for tuition/fees. In theevent that your check or ACH transfer is returned unpaid fornon-sufficient or uncollected funds we will charge a $25 NSFfee. An NSF charge may affect your enrollment.BillingTuition charges are based on contact hours with the instructor(shown in the column after “credit hours” in the Scheduleof Classes). The tuition charge is the contact hour multipliedby your tuition rate plus any applicable fees as shown below.FeesApplication Fee:........................................................ $20One-time, non-refundable fee for processing Applicationfor Admission to <strong>NMC</strong>.Class Fees: .........................................See course scheduleFees are charged for specific courses involving additional materials,laboratory supplies and/or network services providedby instructors, Flexible Learning Options courses, or privatestudio lessons (Music Dept.). See course schedule (column“Class Fee”) for these special charges. For aviation flight fees,contact the Aviation Department.General Fee:.......................... See www.nmc.edu/tuitionThis fee provides partial support for the cost of registration,Orientation, COMPASS, career testing, Student GovernmentAssociation, and other student services and activities. This feecontributes to the availability and maintenance of technologyfor classroom and student use. This fee also contributes tothe maintenance of campus sidewalks and roadways.Health Fee:For anyone taking 6 or more contact hours..................... $24Paid fall and spring semester by all students taking 6 or morecontact hours. Includes services of a family nurse practitioner,registered nurse, medical assistant and doctor, and reducedfees for some medications and lab tests. Refundable if studentwithdraws from all courses during the 100 percent refundperiod; nonrefundable thereafter. Students who are enrolledfor less than 6 hours may pay a health fee of $40 and obtainservices. Call (231) 995-1255 for more information.ApartmentsRent is paid monthly and due the first day of the month. Latepayments will result in a late fee.Residence HallFees for the semester must be paid by final payment day or acompleted and signed deferment form must be submitted tothe Cashier’s Office.Billing ProcedureIt is your responsibility to pay any charges by applicable duedates whether or not a bill is received. We will attempt to billyou for tuition and fee charges prior to applicable due dates.However, if you register late in the registration process, thismay not be possible. In case of errors or questions about yourbill, contact the Cashier’s Office as soon as possible. Any collectioncosts incurred by <strong>NMC</strong> as a result of non-payment ofany charges will be added to the outstanding balance and willbecome the student’s responsibility. Paper bills are no longermailed to the student. Email notices directing students, orany other authorized user, to access the <strong>NMC</strong> Self-Serviceto view their e-bills are sent out monthly. We encourage youto access your account at www.nmc.edu/selfservice to viewor print account information and make credit card or ACHtransfer payments.Financial & Other ObligationsFinancial Aid Students: All tuition and fees in excess of youranticipated aid and/or third party authorizations must bepaid by the designated due date. If you decide not to attend,you must officially withdraw or you will be liable for tuition/fees. Third party authorizations must be received in theCashier’s Office with payment by the deadlines listed onlineand in the Schedule of Classes.VISA, MasterCard and Discover are accepted for tuition, feesand books. You may pay by mail or in person, utilize the dropboxes (located in the Tanis Building outside the Cashier’sOffice) or online at www.nmc.edu/selfservice to pay withyour credit card or ACH transfer. All college debts and“holds” must be cleared to register.RefundsRefunds for courses dropped are based on the number ofweeks in the session that the course is offered. The refundpercentage is determined by the date the withdrawal or dropform is received and processed in the Records and RegistrationOffice or entered by the student online. Students who officiallydrop all or part of their classes before the start date ofthe session that their course(s) is in will receive a 100 percentrefund of tuition and related fees. Sessions that are 1 day to6.5 weeks will receive no refund once the session has begun.Sessions that are 7-15 weeks will receive a 100 percent refunduntil the end of the session’s add period.46 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGEach semester the refund schedule for each session is availableat www.nmc.edu/records or in the Records and RegistrationOffice.Refund checks will be mailed to the student’s on-campus orlocal address unless the student requests the check be mailedelsewhere. It is the student’s responsibility to update this informationif it changes. If a credit/debit card is used to pay a bill,then financial aid and tuition refunds will be refunded back tothe credit card that was used to pay on the account. Studentscan also enroll online to have their refunds deposited directlyinto their bank account instead of waiting for a check to arrivein the mail.MTutoringwww.nmc.edu/tutoringOsterlin Building, (231) 995-1138Any student who is experiencing academic difficulties in aclass can request free tutoring and it’s available for many <strong>NMC</strong>courses. A drop-in math lab, small group tutoring and selfstudycomputer programs are among the services provided.MUpward Boundnmc.edu/upwardboundWest Hall, lower level (231) 995-1393Funded by the U.S. Department of Education, UpwardBound is a free college-preparation program which began at<strong>NMC</strong> in 1989 and serves students from grades 9-12 in TraverseCity and Suttons Bay public schools. Student eligibilityis deter-mined by several factors, the most significant of whichis that neither parent has received a four-year college degree.Another important criterion is the student’s commitment topursue a college preparatory program in high school and tocomplete a college degree.This year-round program offers weekly academic tutoring,study assistance, college visits, cultural and personal enrichmentactivities, assistance in preparing admissions and financialaid papers and career exploration. During the summer,students must be willing to attend a six-week program on the<strong>NMC</strong> campus which provides an intensive academic focusas well as career education to prepare students for college.Classes include English, literature, lab science, math to precalculusand foreign language.<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.MVeteranswww.nmc.edu/veteransRecords & Registration Office, Tanis Bldg, (231) 995-1057Educational Benefits<strong>NMC</strong>’s Veterans Office assists veterans in exploring educationalbenefits, in preparing requests for benefits, and providescertifications of enrollment. Determination of veterans’educational benefits lies with the regional office in St. Louis,Missouri. There are currently six active categories of benefitprograms under which veterans and eligible dependents areclassified:Chapter 30...............Montgomery G.I. BillChapter 31...............VA Vocational RehabilitationChapter 33...............Post - 9/11 GI BillChapter 35...............Eligible Dependents and SurvivorsChapter 1606...........Reservists - Montgomery G.I. BillChapter 1607...........REAPTuition and FeesDisabled veterans using the Vocational Rehabilitation benefitsapproved under Chapter 31 are given a waiver for tuition andfees, books, and approved supply expenses. Veterans enrolledin the Post-9/11 GI bill are given a waiver for tuition and fees.The amount of veteran or dependent educational benefits variesaccording to the chapter of eligibility. Standard credit loadrequirements for determining rate-of-payment are:Full-time...................................minimum of 12 credit hoursThree-quarter time.................................9 to 11 credit hoursHalf-time.................................................. 6 to 8 credit hoursLess than half-time................1 to 5 credit hours; eligible for....................................... tuition and fee reimbursement only.Check with the <strong>NMC</strong> Veterans representative for summer andpartial semester credit load requirements.Veteran Responsibilities1. Register for classes early. Certification can only be grantedtowards those courses required to satisfy degree requirementsas indicated on VA form 1990, 1995, or 5490.2. In order to receive educational benefits in a timely manneryou must provide a copy of your schedule of courses eachsemester to the <strong>NMC</strong> Veterans Office before certificationcan be sent to the Regional Processing Office, St. Louis, MO.3. Monthly Verification - Veteran students who receivebenefits under Chapter 30, 1606, and 1607 must verifytheir enrollment monthly to insure prompt payment oftheir VA benefits. The earliest a student can self-certifyis the last day of the month either at www.gibill.va.govor by phone: (877) 823-2378. Select “certify your attendance”from the “Information for Benefit Recipients” menu.4. Report changes in address, phone number, number ofdependents, and changes regarding eligibility to the <strong>NMC</strong>Veterans Office immediately.Continued on next page.Student Serviceswww.nmc.edu47
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGStudent Services5. Promptly inform the Veterans Office of any changes inyour enrollment that would affect your benefits or program.If you reduce your course load, fail to attend, orwithdraw from all classes, benefits will ordinarily be reducedor discontinued from the beginning of the semester,except in special circumstances.6. Benefits can be paid for courses you are currently takingand that are required for your degree program.7. Veterans and other eligible persons receiving educationalbenefits must conform to the <strong>College</strong> Regulations andStandards of Progress as specified by <strong>NMC</strong>. These Standardsof Progress include academic achievement (maintaina 2.0 GPA) and attendance as well as standards of conduct.8. A report will be made to the VA if unsatisfactory progressis made which may result in termination of VA benefits.A reinstatement of benefits may be possible only after thecause for unsatisfactory progress has been removed andthere is a reasonable likelihood of academic success.9. A veteran’s eligibility for educational benefits expires tenyears from the date of discharge from the last period ofactive duty.MWelcome CenterLobby of Health and Science Building, (231) 995-1135Parking permits, campus tours, information, directions,lost and found.<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.MWriting Centerwww.nmc.edu/writingcenterScholars Hall, Room 221, (231) 995-1189When you visit the Writing Center, peer editors or “readers”will carefully read your paper and analyze its content, organization,mechanics and evidence. You conference with thereader to exchange ideas about writing in a more effectivemanner and you will receive a summary of the strengths ofyour paper and suggestions on what you might do to improveit. Readers are students from all areas of study who have hadsuccess in writing. Writing Center services are free.48 www.nmc.edu
<strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>2011 - 2013 <strong>Catalog</strong>Program Informationwww.nmc.edu49
2011-2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCharting Your Course of StudyDecide on your career goals and course of study.q Determine what degree your desired career requires. Are you interested in a transfer degree,such as an Associate in Science and Arts, or an occupational program leading to a Certificateof Achievement, an Associate in Applied Science or an Associate Degree in Nursing?q Make an appointment with your advisor to review your options.Review specific degree requirements.q Understand what is required for your degree or certificate of choice.q Review English and Math competency, Group 1 courses, degree electives, pre-requisitecourses, grade point average and credit requirements.Choose your Group 1 courses.q Follow the Guidelines for Group 1 courses in Communications, Humanities, Science/Mathematics and Social Science based on your degree. Choose your Group 1 coursesfrom the list on pages 56-57.q Check the Schedule of Classes each semester to see which Group 1 courses are offered.q If you’re planning on transferring to a public university in <strong>Michigan</strong>, inquire about theMACRAO stamp. See an advisor for more details. When MACRAO requirements aremet, contact the Records and Registration Office.Program InformationSelect your degree electives.q Choose your major area courses and degree electives to meet your degree requirements.q Make certain to plan for pre-requisites for major area courses. Be sure to review thetransfer guides available in the counseling office or online at www.nmc.edu/advisingfor your four-year institution of choice to ensure transferability of courses.Register early!q Register as early as possible to get the classes you want. Some courses are only offeredone semester every year or two and many courses fill up quickly.q Register online at www.nmc.edu/register or in the Records and Registration on thefirst level of the Tanis Building.q Meet with your advisor as soon as schedules are available. First semester students havea hold on their registration until they meet with a counselor or advisor to discusseducational goals and class selections.Apply for graduation.q Apply for graduation at least one semester before you anticipate completing therequirements for your degree or certificate program.q Complete an “Application for Associate Degree” or an “Application for Certificate”available in the Records and Registration Office, main level of the Tanis Building.q Remember to order your cap and gown from the <strong>NMC</strong> Bookstore, during Februaryor March, if you plan on participating in the commencement ceremony in May.Be prepared to transfer.q Many <strong>NMC</strong> students transfer to a four-year institution. You can complete your degreein Traverse City through <strong>NMC</strong>’s partners at the University Center, or transfer to anothercampus. See the Transfer Checklist on page 59.50 www.nmc.edu
MGeneral EducationPhilosophyGeneral Education at <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>promotes the acquisition of knowledge, skills and attitudesneeded to function effectively in a changing world. Thisfosters intellectual curiosity, essential to lifelong learning.OutcomesTo ensure students experience the benefits of our philosophyof general education, the faculty of <strong>NMC</strong> commits to instillingthese practices throughout the curriculum.Communication: Students will practice effective communicationwith an awareness of audience and sense of purpose.Critical Thinking: Students will skillfully conceptualize,apply, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate information gatheredfrom observation, experience, reflection, reasoning,or communication.Quantitative Reasoning: Students will accurately usenumbers, symbols, measurements, properties, and the relationshipsof quantities to make sound decisions, judgments,and/or predictions.AssessmentGeneral Education outcomes are measured in several ways:• Each year faculty members in designated courses submitselected student work to the Office of Research and Effectiveness.Faculty teams assess the level of achievementrepresented by the student work.• Every other year, a sample of students participate in a nationalstandardized test to measure critical thinking skills.• Graduates are surveyed annually and are asked to providetheir perceptions of achieving the outcomes.The Curriculum Committee is charged with using the resultsof assessment to make curricular improvements.MDegrees & Certificates<strong>NMC</strong> students may select from several educational options.Associate degrees and certificates are awarded to those studentswho complete a prescribed set of courses in specificareas of study. Many programs, especially in occupationalareas, also lead to additional career licenses or certifications.Maritime programs require four years of full-time study,including summer sessions and result in a bachelor’s degreewith Ferris State University. Associate degree programs generallytake two years of full-time study to complete. Certificateprograms range from 16 to 48 credits.<strong>NMC</strong> offers the following degree and certificate options:• Certificate of Achievement Programs• Associate in Applied Science (AAS)• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)• Associate in General Studies (AGS)• Associate in Science and Arts (ASA)2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCultural Perspectives and DiversityIn order for <strong>NMC</strong> graduates to engage as educated andinformed citizens of a diverse society, students pursuing theASA and AGS degrees are required to take one CulturalPerspectives and Diversity (CPD) course. These courses arelisted on page 57.Certificate RequirementsCertificate Programs typically include specialty courses andmay include some core education requirements. In most cases,they are designed for concentrated proficiency in specializedareas. In some cases, certificates are designed for studentswho are seeking to complete their core general educationrequirements for their AAS or ASA degrees. Certificates mayrange from 16 to 63 credit hours as established by individualprogram areas and/or the Curriculum Committee. Manycertificate courses may apply toward an associate degree.Certificate Program requirements include:1. A specified group of credit hours in an area of specialization,as determined by the appropriate <strong>NMC</strong> academicarea. These three levels are possible:• Level I: A minimum of 16 credits in a speciality area;• Level II: A minimum of 32 credits in a speciality area;• Level III: A minimum of 48 credits in a speciality area.2. A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0.Higher GPA standards may be required for specificcourses within individual academic areas.3. Level I certificate programs require that a minimum of12 credit hours be completed at <strong>NMC</strong> (this may be waivedin extenuating circumstances; contact the registrar). LevelII and III certificate programs require that a minimum of20 credit hours be completed at <strong>NMC</strong> (this may be waivedin extenuating circumstances; contact the registrar).4. Competency testing by the responsible academic area ifthe course work was not completed at <strong>NMC</strong>.*Competency credit: Students with competency in a specific areashould consult with their program coordinator for possible testingand/or credit.Certificate programs are listed in the Occupational SpecialtyPrograms section of this catalog.MGroup 1 & 2 CoursesGroup 1 General Education courses are designed to enhanceskills and knowledge for students to succeed in academic,career and life goals. Students pursuing a two-year degreewill need to fulfill specific general education requirements byselecting courses from Group 1 based on the degree requirementslisted on the following pages. The Group 1 courses arelisted on pages 56-57 of this catalog.Group 2 courses are all remaining 100-level courses or abovewhich may fulfill occupational specialty program requirements,major area requirements, and elective requirementsfor degree and certificate programs.www.nmc.edu51Program Information
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGDegree RequirementsAssociate in Science & Arts Degree (ASA)The Associate in Science and Arts degree is generally pursued by students who are planning to transfer to afour-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree. Students who are deciding on a major areaand want to explore the curriculum also frequently pursue the ASA degree.Communications6-8 creditsENG 11/111 or ENG 111 English Compositionand ENG 112 English Composition.Humanities8 credits8 credits from at least 2 departments in Group 1Humanities courses.A combination of 34 credits fromGroup 1 or Group 2.One Cultural Perspectives and Diversitycourse from list on page 57.Science/Mathematics8 creditsMath Competency required.*Reading Competency required.**Program Information8 credits from at least 2 departments in Group 1Science/Math courses. One must be a Sciencelecture/lab course.Social Science8 credits8 credits from at least 2 departments in Group 1Social Science courses.A list of courses in Group 1and 2 begins on page 56.Total Degree Credits: Minimum of 64Math and Reading Competency* Math Competency may be fulfilled in one oftwo ways:• COMPASS placement into MTH 121 orhigher, or• Successful completion of MTH 111 or higherwith a grade of 2.0 or higher.** Reading Competency:Guide available from academic advisors.Other Requirements• Complete at least 64 credit hours with a 2.0or higher cumulative grade point average.• Complete a minimum of 24 of the 64 creditsthrough <strong>NMC</strong> classes.Notes• A maximum of two physical education credits, twoprofessional development seminar credits, and fourAcademic Service Learning Internship credits maybe used toward a degree.• Courses with numbers below 100 level do notcount toward graduation, even though they maybe prerequisites for other courses needed to completedegree or certificate requirements. Somecourses may require prerequisites which may addto the total number of credits taken. Review courseprerequisites carefully.• To count toward graduation, a course must becompleted with a grade of 1.0 or higher. See page42 for Applying for Graduation.52 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGAssociate in General Studies Degree (AGS)The Associate in General Studies Degree is designed for students interested in obtaining a degree that can becustomized based on varying areas of interest.Note: This degree is not designed to meet the needs of the transfer student. Consult a counselor todiscuss your educational goals and determine if this degree is right for you.Communications6-8 creditsENG 11/111 or ENG 111 English Compositionand either BUS 231, ENG 112 or ENG 220.Humanities3 credits of a Group 1 Humanities course.3 creditsElectives46-48 semester credits chosen from anycredit course in the college curriculum.One Cultural Perspectives and Diversitycourse from list on page 57.Science/Mathematics4 credits of a Group 1 Sciencelecture/lab course.Social Science3 credits of a Group 1 Social Science course.4 credits3 creditsMath Competency required.*Reading Competency required.**A list of courses in Group 1and 2 begins on page 56.Program InformationTotal Degree Credits: Minimum of 64Math and Reading Competency* Math Competency may be fulfilled in one oftwo ways:• COMPASS placement into MTH 111 orhigher, or• Successful completion of MTH 23 with agrade of 2.0 or higher.** Reading Competency:Guide available from academic advisors.Other Requirements• Complete at least 64 credit hours with a 2.0or higher cumulative grade point average.• Complete a minimum of 24 of the 64 creditsthrough <strong>NMC</strong> classes.Notes• A maximum of two physical education credits, twoprofessional development seminar credits, and fourAcademic Service Learning Internship credits maybe used toward a degree.• Courses with numbers below 100 level do notcount toward graduation, even though they maybe necessary to prepare for other courses needed tocomplete degree or certificate requirements. Somecourses may require prerequisites which may addto the total number of credits taken. Review courseprerequisites carefully.• To count toward graduation, a course must becompleted with a grade of 1.0 or higher. See page42 for Applying for Graduation.www.nmc.edu53
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGAssociate in Applied Science Degree (AAS)The Associate in Applied Science degree is generally pursued by those students who plan to enter the workforcefollowing graduation from <strong>NMC</strong>. A career specialty emphasis is the dominant characteristic of the AppliedScience Degree. View the list of specialty programs on pages 64-94. Although some students pursuing the AASdegree may transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a baccalaureate degree, many AAS courses arenot granted transfer equivalency credit at <strong>Michigan</strong> universities. Students considering the AAS degree who maywish to transfer should see an advisor.Communications6-8 creditsENG 11/111 or ENG 111 English Compositionand either ENG 220, BUS 231, or ENG 112.(Program of Study may specify.)Humanities3 credits of a Group 1 Humanities course.(Program of Study may specify.)3 creditsMajor Area Requirements27 or more semester credits. See specificPrograms of Study on pages 64-94.Math Competency required.*Reading Competency required.**Program InformationScience/Mathematics4 credits4 credits of a Group 1 Science/Math lecture/labcourse. (Program of Study may specify.)Social Science3 credits of a Group 1 Social Science course.(Program of Study may specify.)3 creditsA list of courses in Group 1and 2 begins on page 56.Total Degree Credits: Minimum of 64Math and Reading Competency* Math Competency may be fulfilled in one oftwo ways:• COMPASS placement into MTH 111 orhigher, or• Successful completion of MTH 23 with agrade of 2.0 or higher.** Reading Competency:Guide available from academic advisors.Other Requirements• Complete at least 64 credit hours with a 2.0or higher cumulative grade point average.• Complete a minimum of 24 of the 64 creditsthrough <strong>NMC</strong> classes.Notes• A maximum of two physical education credits, twoprofessional development seminar credits, and fourAcademic Service Learning Internship credits maybe used toward a degree.• Courses with numbers below 100 level do notcount toward graduation, even though they maybe necessary to prepare for other courses needed tocomplete degree or certificate requirements. Somecourses may require prerequisites which may addto the total number of credits taken. Review courseprerequisites carefully.• To count toward graduation, a course must becompleted with a grade of 1.0 or higher. See page42 for Applying for Graduation.54 www.nmc.edu
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGThe Associate Degree in Nursing program is generally pursued by those students who plan to enter the nursingworkforce following graduation. After successful completion of this program, graduates take the NationalCouncil Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN). With passing scores, graduates are awarded licensure as aRegistered Nurse.Some students pursuing the ADN degree may decide to transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue abaccalaureate degree. Students considering the ADN degree who may wish to transfer should see an advisor.Communications6-8 creditsENG 11/111 or ENG 111 English Compositionand ENG 112 English Composition.HumanitiesPHL 202 Contemporary Ethical Dilemmas.3 creditsMajor Area Requirements45 semester credit hours in HNR andHAH courses as listed in the AssociateDegree Program requirements.Science/Mathematics13 creditsMath Competency required.*Reading Competency required.**Computer Competency required.***BIO 227-228 Human Anatomy and Physiology Iand II, and BIO 240 Normal and Clinical Nutrition.Social SciencePSY 101 Introduction to Psychology.3 creditsAdmission requirements areon page 89 of this catalog.Program InformationTotal Degree Credits: Minimum of 70-72Math and Reading Competency* Math Competency may be fulfilled in one oftwo ways:• COMPASS placement into MTH 121 or higher, or• Successful completion of MTH 111 with a gradeof 2.0 or higher** Reading Competency:Guide available from academic advisors.*** Computer Competency:CIT 122A Computer and Internet Basics, 1 creditOther Requirements• Complete a minimum of 70-72 credit hours witha cumulative grade point average of 2.0. Completeeach nursing course at 2.0 or higher.• Complete a minimum of 24 degree creditsthrough <strong>NMC</strong> classes.• Be enrolled at <strong>NMC</strong> the semester of graduation.Petitions for exceptions should be in writing anddirected to the Registrar.Notes• A maximum of two physical education credits, twoprofessional development seminar credits, and fourAcademic Service Learning Internship credits maybe used toward a degree.• Courses listed below 100 level do not count towardgraduation, even though they may be necessary toprepare for other courses needed to complete degreeor certificate requirements. Some courses may requireprerequisites which may add to the totalnumber of credits taken. Review course prerequisitescarefully.• To count toward graduation, a course must becompleted with a grade of 1.0 or higher. Grades of2.0 or higher are required for courses with the HNRprefix, CHM 101, ENG 111 and PSY 101. Gradepoint average of 2.5 or higher required for each ofthe courses in Anatomy and Physiology sequence(BIO 227, BIO 228). See page 42 for Applyingfor Graduation.www.nmc.edu55
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGProgram InformationMGroup 1 CoursesExcess credits may be applied toward Group 2 requirements.CommunicationsThe MACRAO Agreement requires 2 semesters ofEnglish Composition.ENGLISH DEPT...........................................................CreditsENG 111 English Composition ........................................4ENG 112 English Composition ........................................4Note: Transfer students with Composition transfer creditstotaling less than 5, choose one of the ENG LiteratureDepartment courses below. For Communications: ExcessLiterature credits may be applied to Group 1 Humanitiesrequirements or Group 2 requirements.HumanitiesThe MACRAO Agreement requires 8 credits frommore than one department.ART DEPT.ART 100 Art Appreciation ...............................................3ART 111* History of Western Art I ...................................4ART 112* History of Western Art II .................................4ART 213 Modern Art History .........................................3ART 214* Women in Art ..................................................3HISTORY DEPT.HST 101* Western Civilization to 1500 AD......................4HST 102* Western Civilization from 1500........................4HST 111* US History to 1865...........................................4HST 112* US History Since 1865......................................4HST 211* Native American History...................................3HST 212* African-American History.................................3HST 213* American Women’s History...............................3HST 225 American Civil War...........................................3HST 228 The Vietnam War..............................................3HST 230 A History of <strong>Michigan</strong>......................................3HST 235 20th Century Europe........................................3HUMANITIES DEPT.HUM 101* Introduction to Humanities I ...........................3HUM 102* Introduction to Humanities II ..........................3HUM 111 American Experience.........................................4HUM 112 American Experience.........................................4HUM 116* World Cultures..................................................4LANGUAGE (Intermediate Level) DEPT..........................MLF 201* Intermediate French I........................................4MLF 202* Intermediate French II.......................................4MLS 221* Intermediate Spanish I.......................................4MLS 222* Intermediate Spanish II.....................................4Note: Not all four-year schools will accept second year ForeignLanguage courses as Humanities Distribution credits.LITERATURE DEPT.ENG 210* Children’s Literature .........................................3ENG 240 Introduction to Literature .................................3ENG 241* Mythology.........................................................3ENG 242* Women in Literature.........................................3ENG 245* Native American Literature...............................3ENG 254 Shakespeare.......................................................3ENG 256 Environmental Literature..................................3ENG 261 British Literature...............................................3ENG 262 American Literature...........................................3ENG 263* World Literature................................................3ENG 264 Detective Fiction...............................................3ENG 265 Science Fiction and Fantasy...............................3ENG 266 Popular Culture.................................................3ENG 267 Film as Literature..............................................3ENG 271* Adolescence and Cultural Diversity...................3MUSIC DEPT.MUS 110 Music Appreciation Standard Literature ...........3MUS 111 Music Appreciation Jazz....................................3PHILOSOPHY/RELIGION DEPT.PHL 101* Introduction to Philosophy ..............................3PHL 105* Critical Thinking...............................................3PHL 121* Western Religions..............................................4PHL 122* Eastern Religions...............................................4PHL 181 Old Testament...................................................4PHL 182 New Testament .................................................4PHL 201* Ethics ...............................................................3PHL 202* Contemporary Ethical Dilemmas .....................3PHL 222 The World of Jesus ...........................................4PHL 223 Jesus and Early Christianity...............................4Science/MathThe MACRAO Agreement requires 8 credits frommore than one department including a lab class.ASTRONOMY DEPT...............................................................AST 109-AST 109L Planetary Astronomy ............................4AST 119-AST 119L Astronomy ...........................................4BIOLOGY DEPT.BIO 100 - BIO 100L Food and Nutrition Biology...............4BIO 105 - BIO 105L Living in the Environment.................4BIO 106 - BIO 106L Human Biology..................................4BIO 107 - BIO 107L Field Biology......................................4BIO 108 - BIO 108L Plant Biology......................................4BIO 109 - BIO 109L Principles of Life Science....................4BIO 115 - BIO 115L Cell, Plant and Ecosystem Biology......4BIO 116 - BIO 116L Cell and Animal Biology....................4BIO 208 - BIO 208L Microbiology .....................................4BIO 215 Genetics (no lab) ..................................................3BIO 216 Genetics Lab ........................................................1BIO 227 - BIO 227L Human Anatomy and Physiology I.....5BIO 228 - BIO 228L Human Anatomy and Physiology II...5BIO 250 - BIO 250L Natural History of Vertebrates............4BIO 260 - BIO 260L General Ecology .................................5BIO 268 Biochemistry (no lab)........................................3BIO 270A Ecological Field Studies (lab only)....................2BIO 270B Campus Botany (lab only).................................256 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCHEMISTRY DEPT.CHM 101 - CHM 101L Introductory Chemistry................4CHM 150 - CHM 150L - 150R General Chemistry I.........5CHM 151 - CHM 151L - 151R General Chemistry II.......5CHM 250 - CHM 250L Organic Chemistry I.....................5CHM 251 - CHM 251L Organic Chemistry II....................5ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE DEPT.ENV 103 - ENV 103L Earth Science ..................................4ENV 104 - ENV 104L Life of the Past ................................4ENV 111 - ENV 111L Physical Geology .............................4ENV 112 - ENV 112L Historical Geology ..........................4ENV 117 - ENV 117L Meteorology and Climatology .........4ENV 131 - ENV 131L Oceanography..................................4ENV 140 - ENV 140L Watershed Science............................4ENV 210 - ENV 210L Fundamentals of Soil Science...........4ENV 231 - ENV 231L Environmental Science.....................4ENV 270A <strong>Michigan</strong> Basin Geology (lab only).....................2ENV 270B Field Mapping Techniques (lab only).................2ENV 270C Pre-Cambrian Geology of MI (lab only).............2MATHEMATICS DEPT.MTH 116 Intro to Computer Science ...............................4MTH 121 <strong>College</strong> Algebra.................................................4MTH 122 Trigonometry....................................................3MTH 131 Intro to Probability and Statistics.......................3MTH 140 <strong>College</strong> Algebra and Trigonometry....................5MTH 141 Calculus I .........................................................5MTH 142 Calculus II ........................................................5MTH 241 Calculus III ......................................................4MTH 251 Differential Equations ......................................4PHYSICS DEPT.PHY 105 - PHY 105L Physics of the World Around Us.......4PHY 121 - PHY 121L General Physics I ..............................4PHY 122 - PHY 122L General Physics II ............................4PHY 221 - PHY 221L - 221R Prob & Prin of Physics I .......5PHY 222 - PHY 222L - 222R Prob & Prin of Physics II......5POLITICAL SCIENCE DEPT.PLS 101* Intro to American Politics .................................3PLS 132* Comparative Politics .........................................3PLS 211* International Relations .....................................3PLS 222 Intro. to Political Theory...................................3PSYCHOLOGY DEPT.PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology ...............................3PSY 211 Developmental Psychology ...............................3PSY 212 Psychology/Exceptional Child ..........................3PSY 221 Psychology of Personality ..................................3PSY 223 Intro to Social Psychology ................................3PSY 225 Human Sexuality ..............................................3PSY 231 Psychology of Adjustment ................................3PSY 250 Abnormal Psychology .......................................3SOCIOLOGY DEPT.SOC 101* Introduction to Sociology .................................3SOC 201 Modern Social Problems ...................................3SOC 211 Marriage and the Family ...................................3SOC 220* Gender and Society ..........................................3SOC 231* Deviance and Criminal Behavior ......................3*Cultural Perspectives & Diversity(CPD) - One CPD course is required for the ASA andAGS degrees. To meet this requirement, choose anycourse marked with an asterisk (*) or a 100 level Frenchor Spanish course.MACRAO Transfer StampUpon completion of all Group 1 requirements in each ofthe areas listed above, students must request the RecordsOffice stamp their transcript. It will state, “MACRAOAgreement satisfied.”CPD is not required for the MACRAO Stamp.Program InformationSocial ScienceThe MACRAO Agreement requires 8 credits frommore than one department.ANTHROPOLOGY DEPT............................................................ANT 112 Introduction to Physical Anthropology .............3ANT 113* Introduction to Cultural Anthropology ............3ECONOMICS DEPT....................................................................ECO 121 Basic Economics ...............................................3ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics ..........................3ECO 202 Principles of Microeconomics ...........................3GEOGRAPHY DEPT.GEO 101* Introduction to Geography ...............................3GEO 105-105L Physical Geography with Lab .....................4GEO 108 Geography of U.S. and Canada.........................3GEO 109* World Regional Geography...............................3GEO 110 Economic Geography .......................................3MGroup 2 CoursesAll 100-level or higher courses not listed in the Group 1section are Group 2 courses.www.nmc.edu57
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse Learning OptionsProgram InformationMLinked CoursesThis approach offers students an opportunity to “link” thecontent of a course such as the reading and writing of compositionto the content of classes in areas such as business andscience. Sections are generally small to allow for individualattention, and when the same students take the same sectionsof a composition and business class, for example, they becomea “learning community” and can write composition papersabout business topics, enhancing the learning in both classes.For more information, contact the Business, Communicationsor Humanities academic areas.MWork-Based Learning<strong>NMC</strong> provides various work-based learning options.InternshipsInternship opportunities are offered for students who wishto integrate academics with professional work experience.Students can earn college credit while working in positionsrelated to their academic and career goals. Contact the OfficeManager in the academic area where you would like to pursueyour internship.Service Learning(For credit or non credit)A Service Learning Internship is a method of earning collegecredit in a supervised field experience. It is an opportunity forstudents who want to explore career or interest areas, applyclassroom theory to a real situation, or gain practical experiencefor resume building. It is also an opportunity to earncredits while giving some of your talents to the communityas a volunteer. Service Learning Internships are arrangedbetween the student, supervising faculty, field supervisor,and service learning coordinator in any academic area. Up tofour internship elective credits can be applied to graduation.Students may also do non-credit volunteering using the sameprocess. For more information, (231) 995-1294.iMACRAO Transfer AgreementThe <strong>Michigan</strong> Association of <strong>College</strong> Registrars and AdmissionsOfficers (MACRAO) has adopted an agreement to helpstudents transfer more easily from <strong>Michigan</strong> communitycolleges to participating four-year colleges and universities.The agreement provides for transferability of up to 30semester credits to meet many (in some cases all) of theGeneral Education Requirements at participating <strong>Michigan</strong>institutions. Some participating institutions include provisoswith limitations and exceptions, which may be based on thestudent’s program of study. Students should check with <strong>NMC</strong>counselors and admissions personnel at the transfer institutionto learn about an institution’s level of participation.Also, go to www.macrao.org for more information.The following courses satisfy the MACRAO agreementrequirements:1. English Composition: MACRAO specifies minimum of6 credit hours, which can be fulfilled through completionof <strong>NMC</strong>’s ENG 111 and 112 English Composition.2. Humanities: 8 credits from Group 1. Courses must betaken in more than one department.3. Natural Science: 8 credits from Group 1 Natural Sciences(with at least one lecture/laboratory course). Mathematicsmay be included in this category. Courses must be takenin more than one department.4. Social Sciences: 8 credits from Group 1 Courses must betaken in more than one department.All courses which meet MACRAO requirements are listed as“Group 1 Courses” on pages 56-57 of this catalog.When students have completed the MACRAO requirements,they should notify the <strong>NMC</strong> Records Office sotheir transcripts will be noted “MACRAO AGREEMENTSATISFIED.” Completion of the ASA degree will fulfill theMACRAO requirements. However, it is not necessary tocomplete the entire associate degree to satisfy the MACRAOagreement or to transfer to four-year schools.If you’ve received the MACRAO stamp from another<strong>Michigan</strong> community college, <strong>NMC</strong> will honor this agreement.However, courses transferred in below a 2.0 will notcount toward the total credits required for the degree.58 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGBe Prepared to TransferAbout half of <strong>NMC</strong> students enroll with the intention of transferring to a four-year school to completetheir degree. This checklist will help you transfer smoothly. If you want to complete your degreein Traverse City, you can choose from more than 50 programs offered through <strong>NMC</strong>’s UniversityCenter partners. More information is on page 22-23.Meet with an <strong>NMC</strong> Counselor or Academic Advisorq Discuss your transfer plan including associate degree requirements,general education, and transferability of courses.q Right from the beginning, be sure you take <strong>NMC</strong> courses that will transfer.Evaluate <strong>College</strong>s and Decide Early!q Investigate entrance and degree requirements for four-year institutions.q Consider the options available for colleges including setting and character, cost,size of school, teacher/student ratio, educational opportunities, program optionsand accreditation status.q Visit the Counseling Office to review four-year institution transfer guides andresource materials, or visit www.nmc.edu/counseling. Ask about the MACRAOTransfer Agreement.q Visit with representatives of four-year transfer institutions visiting <strong>NMC</strong>.q Investigate the web page of your transfer institution.Seek Advisingq Contact the transfer school admissions office and speak with an advisorspecializing in transfer.q Note the name of the advisor you spoke with - remember to keep accuraterecords of your discussions (who, what, when) and make copies of everythingyou send.q Review application procedures and time lines for admission and financial aid.Program InformationApply Early!q Complete your applications for admission and financial aid.q Determine deadlines for financial aid, including scholarships and transferfunding, as well as major and housing applications.q Send necessary documents including transcripts from <strong>NMC</strong> and all othercolleges attended, high school transcripts, ACT scores and other scores asrequired. (Keep copies for your file.)q Send a final copy of your transcripts from <strong>NMC</strong> to the school aftercompletion of your courses at <strong>NMC</strong>.q Verify that your transfer school received a complete file.Visit Transfer Schoolq Call the Admissions Office and schedule a visit. Request a meetingwith a student and/or advisor in your major area and a campus tour.q Do this as early in your academic career at <strong>NMC</strong> as possible.www.nmc.edu59
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGTo apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.Transfer OptionsProgram InformationSome students select a course of study that requires a fouryeardegree of which two years may be completed at <strong>NMC</strong>through completion of the Associate in Science and Artsdegree (ASA). See page 52 for ASA degree requirements.Visit www.nmc.edu/counseling for additional information.Accounting <strong>NMC</strong> Code 733The Accounting Program contains a blend of specializedclasses and liberal arts studies to prepare student for today’scompetitive, complex, and changing business world. Studentswho plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree should refer to<strong>NMC</strong>’s degree requirements for the Associate in Science andArts (ASA) degree. Also, transfer students should familiarizethemselves with the requirements of the school where theyplan to complete their bachelor’s degree. Students interestedin a bachelor’s degree may also elect to stay in Traverse Cityand transfer to the University Center.AnthropologyAnthropology is the study of humanity. Archaeology is thestudy of the material humans leave behind. Students planningto pursue degrees in anthropology or archaeology atfour-year colleges or universities should take these courses.Introduction to cultural anthropology is a required coursefor many areas of study.<strong>NMC</strong> offers specialty courses in Nautical and Underwaterarchaeology that may not be found at larger institutions. Thisarea of study can include field-work and research activities in<strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong>, as well as, application of advancedtechnologies. Students planning careers in the following fieldmay find these courses useful: offshore oil and gas industry,underwater search and recovery (such as police divers),maritime and naval, university research, homeland security,commercial surveying, remote sensing (applied water-relatedtechnologies), cultural heritage development and management.See page 98 for course listings.Art/Fine Arts <strong>NMC</strong> Code 711The Fine Arts courses are designed for students who plan totransfer to a four-year college or university for a Bachelor’sor Master’s in Fine Arts (BFA or MFA). Careers for studentsspecializing in Fine Arts with a bachelor’s or master’s degreeinclude education, museum/gallery management, or selfemploymentas an artist.Students specializing in Fine Arts while completing anAssociate of Science and Arts degree at <strong>NMC</strong> will pursuea program of study which includes Drawing, Design (2-Dand 3-D Design), Life Drawing, and Art History and maybe able to specialize in one or more of the following areas:painting, watercolor painting, pottery, photography, andcomputer graphics. Students are urged to discuss courseselection early with transfer schools since portfolio requirementsfor admission vary. See page 52 for Associate inScience and Art degree requirements.60 www.nmc.eduAstronomy <strong>NMC</strong> Code 717<strong>NMC</strong> offers courses that focus on Observational, Planetary,and Stellar Astronomy. Students planning on transferringto pursue a bachelor’s degree in this area should also takecourse work in Mathematics and Physics. See page 100.Biology <strong>NMC</strong> Code 702Individuals planning to pursue a four-year degree in Biologyshould select from courses beginning on page 104. In addition,students should select courses in Mathematics, Chemistryand Physics.Business Administration <strong>NMC</strong> Code 734Students planning to pursue a four-year degree in BusinessAdministration should follow <strong>NMC</strong>’s degree requirements forthe ASA or AAS degree (depending on the transfer institution)AND familiarize themselves with the requirements ofthe school of choice for their bachelor’s degree.Chemistry <strong>NMC</strong> Code 727Students planning on transferring to pursue a bachelor’sdegree in Chemistry will pursue course work which includescredits selected from those beginning on page 109. In additionto taking Chemistry courses, students with an emphasisin Chemistry gain a solid background in Math and Physics.Child Development <strong>NMC</strong> Code 722Child Development courses, such as Early Childhood Educationand Guiding Young Children are designed to preparestudents to work with children and their families. Studentsmay be seeking a career as the director of a child care program,a paraprofessional/teacher’s aide in the school system,a lead teacher in a daycare/preschool setting, a daycareteacher’s aide, or preparing for a Bachelor’s degree in ChildDevelopment. CD 101, CD 202, CD 203, CD 204, CD 206,CD 220, PSY 212 and SOC 211 are required classes to meetthe Child Development concentration. If you are pursuingelementary education, please consult the transfer guide fromthe transferring school, or see an advisor.Communications <strong>NMC</strong> Code 704Communications as a separate field of study may includea variety of careers and specialties, ranging from media andpublic relations to technical writing. It is also an importantcomponent of other programs of study or careers, includingcomputer science, human services, health occupations andart therapy.Criminal Justice <strong>NMC</strong> Code 706<strong>NMC</strong> now offers a Criminal Justice program in collaborationwith other colleges through the <strong>Michigan</strong> Community<strong>College</strong> Virtual Learning Collaborative. This program mayinvolve agreements that lead to a four-year degree fromanother college/university. Visit www.nmc.edu/flo for currentinformation on the status of this program, the courses,program requirements, or articulation agreements.
To apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGEconomics <strong>NMC</strong> Code 712The most basic and enduring strength of economics is thatit provides a logical and orderly way of looking at contemporaryissues. It draws upon geography, history, philosophy andmathematics to address topics ranging from how an individual,household or firm, can make sound decisions to socialissues, such as how to confront unemployment, inflation orenvironmental decay. As a result, economics is widely recognizedas a solid background for many jobs and professions inthe private and public sectors. Students interested in this fieldof study will select courses from among those on page 119.Education <strong>NMC</strong> Code 708<strong>NMC</strong> offers an introductory course to teaching as a careerand prepares student for further study in education at transferinstitutions. Transfer requirements vary greatly. Go towww.nmc.edu/counseling to view <strong>NMC</strong> transfer guides.Engineering <strong>NMC</strong> Code 709The <strong>NMC</strong> engineering curriculum parallels engineering programsoffered during the first two years at other colleges anduniversities. Traditionally, these first two years emphasize thetools and theories that provide background for all engineeringfields. Completion of the following program requirementswill prepare most students for transfer to a four-year engineeringprogram.<strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> has joined with <strong>Michigan</strong>Technological University, Kettering University, and LakeSuperior State University to offer a two plus two programwhereby a student attends <strong>NMC</strong> for the first two years andthen completes the final two years of an engineering degreeat one of the participating four-year institutions. A studentadmitted into the two plus two program at <strong>NMC</strong> has theadded advantage of a guaranteed place in the major of theirchoice at one of the four year institutions.Engineering Requirements Credits: 82-84General Education Credits as required for ASA..........30-32Chemistry*: CHM 150...................................................... 5Mathematics**: MTH 141, 142, 241, and 251................. 18Physics: PHY 221 and 222.............................................. 10Engineering: EGR 101, 113, 131, 201, 202, 203.............. 19Note: Use this list of courses as a guide only. It is not applicablefor all engineering specialties or all schools of engineering.It is important to follow specific requirements foreach engineering program available in transfer guides atwww.nmc.edu/counseling or in the Counseling Center.Students who plan to earn an associate degree at <strong>NMC</strong> beforetransferring should consult a counselor for assistance inmodifying this schedule.Engineering Certificate <strong>NMC</strong> Code 079Engineering Requirements Credits: 52Chemistry: CHM 150........................................................ 5Mathematics: MTH 141, 142, 241, and 251.................... 18Physics: PHY 221 and 222.............................................. 10Engineering: EGR 101, 113, 131, 201, 202, 203.............. 19English <strong>NMC</strong> Code 710Students wishing to concentrate their studies in the field ofEnglish may be preparing for careers in writing or teaching.English is also crucial to many other careers since writingand reading are high-demand skills in most professions.Students planning to transfer to complete a bachelor’s degreein English should pursue an Associate in Science and Artsdegree program that includes credits selected from among thecourses beginning on page 124.Environmental Science <strong>NMC</strong> Code 717The study of Environmental Science includes courses in Geology,Biology, Meteorology, Chemistry, Soils, Oceanographyand Watershed Science. Students planning on transferring topursue a bachelor’s degree in any of these areas will choose aprogram of study which includes courses selected from thosebeginning on page 125. Students are encouraged to contact afaculty member in the Environmental Science department tolearn more about employment opportunities and for assistancewith class scheduling.Freshwater StudiesGlobal Policy and Sustainability <strong>NMC</strong> Code 591Economy and Society <strong>NMC</strong> Code 592Science and Technology <strong>NMC</strong> Code 593Students planning to pursue a four-year degree in FreshwaterStudies should follow <strong>NMC</strong>’s degree requirements for theASA degree on page 52. Students are strongly encouraged toconsult a Freshwater Studies advisor for scheduling guidelinesand degree selection.Gen. Liberal Arts/Science <strong>NMC</strong> Code 712Students interested in transferring to pursue a bachelor’s degreeshould enroll in the General Liberal Arts/Science area ofstudy if they are undecided. Students planning on pursuingthis avenue will select liberal arts and sciences courses fromthe course descriptions beginning on page 97.General Studies Certificate <strong>NMC</strong> Code 074Students are able to have a certificate that would be used forthe general education basis for the AAS degree. The certificatecan either be connected with occupational specialtycourses to meet the requirements of other certificates, aspecific AAS, or stand-alone until the students determinewhich direction they wish to pursue beyond the certificate.Course Requirements Credits: 17-18ENG 111 and ENG 112 or BUS 231 or ENG 220.........7-8Social Science Group 1....................................................... 3Science Lab......................................................................... 4Humanities Group 1.......................................................... 3Math competency of AAS degree.................................... (4)Geography <strong>NMC</strong> Code 726<strong>NMC</strong> offers course work in Physical Geography and Introductionto Geography. Regional courses are also offered thatfocus on the United States and Canada and the World. Inaddition, a tools course concentrating on Geographic Infor-Program Informationwww.nmc.edu61
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGTo apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.Program Informationmation Systems (GIS) is offered. Students planning on pursuinga rewarding career in Geography are encouraged to meetwith the Geography Department Head for help in courseselection. See page 127 for course listings in Geography.Geology <strong>NMC</strong> Code 717Students interested in pursuing a career as a Geologist willtake Environmental Studies courses, including Physicaland Historical Geology. In addition, students will completecourse work in Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics.History <strong>NMC</strong> Code 730As a separate field of study within the humanities, historywill prepare students to enter secondary education, journalism,the archival and museum professions, and a varietyof public history positions upon completion of at least abachelor’s degree. It will also prepare students for enteringprofessional and graduate schools in law and in fields thatwill enable graduates to teach and do research in institutionsof higher learning.Mathematics <strong>NMC</strong> Code 715Students planning on transferring to complete a bachelor’sdegree in Mathematics will pursue course work that includesMTH 141, MTH 142, MTH 241, and MTH 251. Othersuggested courses include PHY 221, PHY 222 & MTH 116.Modern Languages <strong>NMC</strong> Code 731Modern Languages as a field of study at <strong>NMC</strong> includes specializationin American Sign Language, French, and Spanish.In a world of international telecommunications and interdependenteconomies, language specialization is an importantcomponent for those planning careers in business, communication,or teaching.Music <strong>NMC</strong> Code 716Professional opportunities for a skilled musician are endlessin that music, in some way, touches our lives every day inmany ways. The study of music offers a vast variety of careeroptions including: music education, instrumental music, vocalperformance, conducting, composing, music for worship,music business, instrument making and repair, music publishing,music communications, recording industry, and inthe TV and radio industry. Contact the Music Departmentfor a detailed list of career options in each of these categories.<strong>NMC</strong> offers applied (private) lessons for all major instrumenttypes and voice types. Auditions for placement are held duringthe summer or between semesters. Contact the academicarea office manager or the department chair to arrange for adate and time.Music students at <strong>NMC</strong> have the unique opportunity toperform as often as twice each semester in a student recital inthe Milliken Auditorium. These Wednesday recitals are opento the public and provide students the opportunity to practicetheir “live” performance skills. Students who participated inhigh school programs may wish to continue doing so at thecollegiate level. See page 148 for ensemble courses at <strong>NMC</strong>.62 www.nmc.eduStandard coursework would include: MUS 101, 102, 103,and 104 - Music Theory and Sight Singing and Ear Training;MUS 106, 107, 206, 207 - Group Piano Instruction;Independent Study in Music Theory both semesters ofyour sophomore year; MUS ensembles*; and MUSApplied Instruction*.Those studying Audio Technology would also enroll in ourfour-Semester sequence of courses: MUS 130A, Ensembles-Sound and Recording Techniques; MUS 130B, Ensembles-Signal Processing; MUS 230A, Ensembles-Midi Processing,and MUS 230 B, Ensembles-Recording Practicum. Theseaudio technology courses, along with successful completionor required music courses would result in a <strong>NMC</strong> AudioCertificate Level I and an Apple Pro-Logic Certification,Level II.Additional Audio-Technology course work, along with successfulcompletion of required music courses would result ina <strong>NMC</strong> Audio Certificate Level II and an Apple Pro-LogicCertification, Level II.*Placement in an ensemble/applied music instruction(private lessons) is based on audition and faculty recommendation.Students requiring remedial study to preparefor collegiate level applied instruction will be placed in90 level applied instructions to attain the required skills.Students transferring music credits can expect to be testedfor placement.Performing ArtsDance <strong>NMC</strong> Code 707Students wishing to pursue an interest in the field of danceshould take the courses in dance on page 118 and consultwith an advisor and the dance faculty member before theirfirst semester at <strong>NMC</strong>.Theater <strong>NMC</strong> Code 707Students interested in the field of theater at <strong>NMC</strong> will studyacting and play production. Course work in this area will alsoinclude credits chosen from the public speaking, communications,and literature areas. Students planning to transferto complete a bachelor’s degree in theater should pursue anAssociate in Science and Arts degree program that includescredits from the courses on page 158.Philosophy and Religion <strong>NMC</strong> Code 729Careers in the fields of philosophy and religion include collegeteaching and research, secondary education, as well aspositions as ministers, priests, or rabbis. Other potentialcareers for those who specialize in religion are pastoral administration,religious education, church office management,and church mission work. The fields of clinical medicine andmedical research as well as commercial business fields likeaccounting are employing ethicists, a specialized branchof philosophy.Students seeking to transfer to a four-year college or universityto major in philosophy or religion may complete basiccourse work while at <strong>NMC</strong>. That course work will includecredits selected from those courses on page 153-154.
To apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGPhysical EducationPhysical Education activity courses are offered to studentswishing to expand personal interests, health and fitness, recreation,and sports skills. Most Physical Education coursesprovide a starting point for students transferring to fouryearinstitutions and who seek a Physical Education majoror minor.Physics <strong>NMC</strong> Code 717Students planning on transferring to complete a bachelor’sdegree in Physics will pursue course work which includescredits selected from those beginning on page 155. Thesestudents should also include Calculus I, II, & III,Differential Equations, and General Chemistry I & II.Plant Science, AppliedFruit Production <strong>NMC</strong> Code 581Landscape & Nursery <strong>NMC</strong> Code 582Turfgrass Management <strong>NMC</strong> Code 583VITICULTURE <strong>NMC</strong> Code 580Students interested in pursuing a four-year degree in PlantScience should follow a general education curriculum withcourses in science, including Chemistry and Biology. In addition,students may take technical courses in soils, plants andplant diseases from <strong>Michigan</strong> State University at the <strong>NMC</strong>University Center. See page 95 for course requirements.Political Science <strong>NMC</strong> Code 725Political science as a field includes the study of Americanpolitics, comparative politics, international relations, politicaltheory, and political economy. Undergraduate courses in politicalscience are an important component of any liberal artseducation as students gain important knowledge concerningthe political structures that shape our world. Courses in politicalscience are especially useful for students pursing careersor advanced degrees in public policy, law, business, economics,social work, education, history, and, of course, politics.Bachelors and graduate degrees in political science and publicpolicy offer career opportunities in a variety of areas such aseducation, policy research, law, and international business.Students interested in political science courses, see page 156.Science & Arts Certificate <strong>NMC</strong> Code 071Students are able to use the general education requirements asthe basis of an ASA or as a one-year transfer program since itfulfills the state’s MACRAO agreement.Course Requirements Credits: 32ENG 111 and ENG 112..................................................... 8Group 1 Courses from two differentSocial Science Disciplines................................................ 8Group 1 Courses from two differentHumanities Disciplines................................................... 8Group 1 Courses from two differentScience/Math Disciplines................................................ 8Math competency of ASA degree:................................... (4)• COMPASS placement into MTH 121 or higher, or• Successful completion of MTH 111 or higher with a 2.0Social Work <strong>NMC</strong> Code 723The social work courses are designed to transfer to other fouryearschools with certified social work programs. It is specificallydesigned to fit into the Ferris State University SocialWork Program at the University Center in Traverse City andon the Ferris main campus in Big Rapids. When choosingthis program of study, it is highly recommended to meet withthe social work coordinator; call (231) 995-1294. This willassist you in building a program that will transfer smoothly.Social work is a rapidly growing field that employs people inmany different areas of work and requires very specific trainingand course work. Students interested in this field of studywill select courses from among those beginning on page 157.Sociology <strong>NMC</strong> Code 720Sociology is the study of the social context of human behavior.It includes the study of social change; socialization ofgroup attributes such as social class, race, gender and age; andthe workings of our social institutions. Courses in sociologyare an important component of any liberal arts education,especially involving critical thinking and an understandingof diversity. It is also a major study for those interested ina wide variety of careers including teaching, social work,public policy, criminal justice, law, non-profit organizations,and social research. See page 157 for course listings.Program InformationPre-Law <strong>NMC</strong> Code 718Pre-law is a major often selected by students interested in pursuingcareers in government or law.Pre-Med, Pre-Dental, Pre-Vet <strong>NMC</strong> Code 713The medical sciences major is designed for pre-professionalstudents interested in graduate training in the medical field.Psychology <strong>NMC</strong> Code 724Students interested in the following fields of psychology, suchas counseling, social work, research or teaching, may selectfrom courses such as Introduction to Psychology, Inroductionto Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology, ExceptionalChild, Human Sexuality, Abnormal Psychology Psychologyof Personality and Psychology of Adjustment.Visual Communications <strong>NMC</strong> Code 728Students completing the Visual Communications programat <strong>NMC</strong> earn an Associate in Applied Science degree. Aftercompletion of the AAS degree, students can take a thirdyearoption in Visual Communications and earn an AAS inCreative Management in Art Direction that will aid in localemployment while exposing the student to marketing andbusiness-related classes. Students interested in transferring toa four-year art and design college or university may pursuethe Associate in Science and Arts degree. See page 52 fordegree requirements.www.nmc.edu63
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGTo apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.Occupational Specialty ProgramsOccupational Specialty degrees and certificate programs prepare students to enter the workforce through developmentof technical specialties and related skills appropriate to the chosen occupational area. See the followingprogram listings for specific program requirements.Each Occupational Specialty program has specific learning outcomes that are assessed each year. Assessment methodsvary from program to program. Specific outcomes are available from the academic chair. Students who wouldlike to know how a specific academic area meets these outcomes should contact the academic chair of that area.Program InformationAccountingAssociate in Applied Science Degree <strong>NMC</strong> Code 103This program will prepare students to begin a career in accounting.Graduates will be prepared to work as bookkeepersand entry-level accountants in accounts receivable, accountspayable, payroll, and other entry-level areas of accounting.Students considering transfer should see an advisor.General Education Requirements Credits: 17Communications: ENG 111 and BUS 231.........................7Humanities: PHL 201 or PHL 202.....................................3Mathematics: Placement into MTH 121 or higher,or completion of MTH 111*......................................... (4)Science: Any Group 1 course with a lab ..............................4Social Sciences: ECO 201....................................................3* These credits may be used as directed electives.Occupational Specialty Requirements 36ACC 121 Accounting Principles I..................................4ACC 122 Accounting Principles II................................4ACC 221 Intermediate Accounting I.............................4ACC 222 Intermediate Accounting II............................4BUS 101 Introduction to Business................................3BUS 105 Business Math**............................................3BUS 155 Interpersonal Communications......................3BUS 261 Business Law I...............................................3CIT 100 Computers in Business-An Intro....................3CIT 210 Spreadsheet Apps - MS Excel orCIT 128 Microsoft Excel Level I andCIT 129 Microsoft Excel Level II..............................3-4CIT 216 Computerizing Accounting Systems..............2Directed Electives (Choose any combination) 11ACC 225 Cost/Management Accounting......................3ACC 290 Accounting Internship...................................3BUS 262 Business Law II..............................................3ECO 202 Principles of Microeconomics........................3ENG 112 English Composition.....................................4MGT 241 Principles of Management..............................3MTH 111 Intermediate Algebra***.................................4MTH 131 Probability and Statistics................................3** It is recommended that BUS 105 be taken beforeor concurrently with ACC 121.*** Or a higher level math course, excluding MTH 116and MTH 118.Program Requirements 64AdministrativeSupport SpecialistCertificate of Achievement (Level II) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 003Well-trained office professionals continue to be in demandand play an integral role in the successful operation of anorganization. They work as a team with managers, professionals,and other support staff to control and manage administrativeoperations.The Administrative Support Specialist Certificate builds onthe Clerical Support Certificate and focuses on specific skillswhich area employers consider essential.Certificate Requirements Credits: 39Completion of all courses required for theClerical Support Certificate (see page 71)...........................17BUS 231 Professional Communications........................3BUS 290 Business Administration Internship...............3CIT 210 Spreadsheet Apps – MS Excel........................3CIT 170 Intro to Database Management......................3CIT 120A Microsoft Word Level I A..............................1CIT 120B Microsoft Word Level I B..............................1CIT 121A Microsoft Word Level II A.............................1CIT 121B Microsoft Word Level II B.............................1CIT 124A Microsoft PowerPoint Level I A.....................1CIT 124B Microsoft PowerPoint Level I B.....................1PHL 105 Critical Thinking...........................................3BPD 133 Keyboarding Speed/Accuracy.........................164 www.nmc.edu
To apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGAutomotive - AutomotiveService TechnologyAssociate in Applied Science Degree <strong>NMC</strong> Code 560This program is designed for either the person with little or noprior experience or the skilled technician who needs to keeppace with current technology. Students may take the classesthey need to update skills, pursue an Associate in AppliedScience degree which combines automotive technician classeswith courses in the liberal arts and sciences, or work towarda Master Technician Certificate which qualifies graduates toenter the workplace as entry-level state-certified technicians.Students may also choose from two specialized certificates:Under Car Specialist or Electrical and Drivability Specialist.The certificates are explained in more detail in the proceedingpages. All eight state or ASE certifications must be passed tobe awarded the AAS degree or Master Technician Certificate.Day and evening classes allow technicians at every level todevelop new skills at convenient times. The program is a seriesof modules, each designed to teach an individual system. Thisflexibility allows the more experienced technician to learn aspecific system while the beginning technician can combinethe modules for a complete course in automotive technology.Foundation RequirementsFor successful completion of the AT courses, placement intoENG 111 and completion of MTH 08 or placement intoMTH 23 is recommended. Remedial courses may be recommendedfor new students not meeting the recommended level.Certificate Requirements Credits: 17-18Communications: ENG 111 and ENG 112or ENG 220...................................................................7-8Humanities: Any Group 1 course ........................................3Mathematics: Placement into MTH 111 orhigher, or completion of MTH 23*................................ (4)Science: Any Group 1 course with lab .................................4Social Sciences: Any Group 1 course....................................3* These credits do not count toward degree requirements.Occupational Specialty Requirements 56AT 100** Automotive Service Basics..............................2AT 110 Automotive Brake Systems.............................5AT 120** Automotive Electrical I .................................5AT 220 Automotive Electrical II.................................5AT 130 Engine Performance I....................................5AT 230 Engine Performance II...................................4AT 140 Suspensions and Steering...............................4AT 150 Automatic Transmissions...............................6AT 160 Engine Repair................................................6AT 170 Heating and Air Conditioning.......................4AT 180 Manual Drivetrain and Axles.........................6AT 190** Automotive Facility Orientation....................2AT 200 Service Department Management..................2All eight state or ASE certifications must be passed to beawarded the AAS degree or Master Technician Certificate.**May be waived with appropriate work experience or education.Program Requirements 73-74Automotive - Electrical& Drivability SpecialistCertificate of Achievement (Level II) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 031This certificate is designed to train students in the automotivesystems related to the operation of the engine and its controlsystems. Emphasis is placed on the automotive electrical andelectronic control systems. For students to be awarded thisElectrical and Drivability Specialist certificate, they must passthe related State of <strong>Michigan</strong> exams or ASE test for all five ofthe required automotive courses.Foundation RequirementsFor successful completion of the AT courses, placement intoENG 111 and completion of MTH 08 or placement intoMTH 23 is recommended. Remedial courses may be recommendedfor new students not meeting the recommended level.Certificate Requirements Credits: 32AT 100* Automotive Service Basics..............................2AT 190* Automotive Facility Orientation....................2Required CoursesAT 120 Automotive Electrical I .................................5AT 220 Automotive Electrical II.................................5AT 130 Engine Performance I....................................5AT 230 Engine Performance II...................................4AT 160 Engine Repair................................................6Elective course.....................................................................3**May be waived with appropriate work experience or education.Program Completion RequirementsA minimum of 32 AT credit hours are required to receivethis certificate. Students must choose elective courses fromthe Automotive Program course list to reach the requiredcredit level.Must pass the related State of <strong>Michigan</strong> or ASE test for allof the required automotive courses.Program Informationwww.nmc.edu65
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGTo apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.Program InformationAutomotive - HybridTechnology SpecialistCertificate of Achievement (Level II) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 034Foundation RequirementsFor successful completion of the AT courses, placement intoENG 111 and completion of MTH 08 or placement intoMTH 23 is recommended. Remedial courses may be recommendedfor new students not meeting the recommended level.Certificate Requirements Credits: 32Required CoursesAT 100 Auto Service Basics* ......................................2AT 120 Automotive Electrical I..................................5AT 130 Engine Performance I....................................5AT 160 Engine Repair................................................6AT 210 Hybrid Technology........................................5AT 220 Automotive Electrical II.................................5AT 230 Engine Performance II or ..............................4AT 230 Automatic Transmissions...............................6*May be waived with appropriate work experience or education.Program Completion RequirementsA minimum of 32 AT credit hours are required to receive thiscertificate. Students must choose elective courses from the AutomotiveProgram course list to reach the required credit level.Must pass the related State of <strong>Michigan</strong> or ASE test for allof the required automotive courses.Automotive - MasterAutomotive TechnicianCertificate of Achievement (Level III) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 001State and federal levels of certification are offered.Foundation RequirementsFor successful completion of the AT courses, placement intoENG 111 and completion of MTH 08 or placement intoMTH 23 is recommended. Remedial courses may be recommendedfor new students not meeting the recommended level.Certificate Requirements Credits: 56AT 100* Automotive Service Basics..............................2AT 110 Automotive Brake Systems.............................5AT 120* Automotive Electrical I .................................5AT 220 Automotive Electrical II.................................5AT 130 Engine Performance I....................................5AT 230 Engine Performance II...................................4AT 140 Suspensions and Steering...............................4AT 150 Automatic Transmissions...............................6AT 160 Engine Repair................................................6AT 170 Heating and Air Conditioning.......................4AT 180 Manual Drivetrain and Axles.........................6AT 190* Automotive Facility Orientation....................2AT 200 Service Department Management..................2Must pass all eight (8) State or ASE certification tests to beawarded this certificate.*May be waived with appropriate work experience or education.Automotive -Under Car SpecialistCertificate of Achievement (Level II) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 032This certificate is designed to train students in the systemsunderneath the automobile. These systems include brakes,suspension, and drive train. For students to be awarded thisUnder Car Specialist certificate, they must pass the relatedState of <strong>Michigan</strong> or ASE test for all five of the requiredautomotive courses.Foundation RequirementsFor successful completion of the AT courses, placement intoENG 111 and completion of MTH 08 or placement intoMTH 23 is recommended. Remedial courses may be recommendedfor new students not meeting the recommended level.Certificate Requirements Credits: 32AT 100* Automotive Service Basics..............................2AT 190* Automotive Facility Orientation....................2Required CoursesAT 110 Automotive Brake Systems ............................5AT 120 Automotive Electrical I..................................5AT 140 Suspension and Steering.................................4AT 150 Automatic Transmissions...............................6AT 180 Manual Drive train and Axles........................6Elective course.....................................................................3*May be waived with appropriate work experience or education.Program Completion RequirementsA minimum of 32 AT credit hours are required to receive thiscertificate. Students must choose elective courses fromthe Automotive Program course list to reach the requiredcredit level.Must pass the related State of <strong>Michigan</strong> or ASE test for allof the required automotive courses.66 www.nmc.edu
To apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGAviationAssociate in Applied Science Degree <strong>NMC</strong> Code 562General Education Requirements Credits: 17-18Communications: ENG 111 and ENG 112or ENG 220 or BUS 231...............................................7-8Humanities: Any Group 1 Course.......................................3Mathematics: Placement into MTH 111 or higher,or completion of MTH 23*........................................... (4)Science: Any Group 1 Course with lab.................................4Social Sciences: Any Group 1 course....................................3* These credits do not count toward degree requirements.Occupational Specialty Requirements 23AVF 111 Private Flight.................................................5AVG 101 Private Pilot Ground School..........................5AVF 118 Instrument Flight I........................................1AVF 130 Instrument Flight II.......................................2AVG 202 Advanced Aircraft Systems.............................3AVG 252 Instrument Ground School............................4AVG 161 Mechanics for Pilots.......................................3Choose at least 24 credits from the following listof courses:AVF 230 Commercial Flight I......................................2AVF 232 Commercial Flight II ....................................3AVF 234 Commercial Flight III ...................................2AVG 251 Commercial Ground School .........................4AVF 271 Multi-Engine Rating......................................1AVG 190 Aviation Weather...........................................3AVF 141 Introduction to UAS......................................2AVG 261 UAS Ground School......................................4AVF 241 UAS Flight School.........................................4AVG 240 Corporate Aviation Ground...........................3AVG 204 Airline Aircraft Ground School......................3AVG 381 Instructor Ground School .............................5AVF 274 Tailwheel Flight.............................................1AVF 275 Seaplane Flight ..............................................2AVF 283 Upset Maneuver Training...............................1AVF 284 Instrument Flight Instructor..........................2AVF 382 Flight Instructor Rating.................................4Students seeking an AAS Degree in Aviation Flight from<strong>NMC</strong> shall earn the required aviation credits listed for theirdegree or a combination of three methods:1. Aviation courses listed in the <strong>NMC</strong> catalog;2. Approved transfer credit;3. <strong>NMC</strong> competency testing - maximum of 17 aviationcredits may be obtained through competency testing, notto include AVF 271, AVF 284, AVF 382 and AVG 381.Testing allowed only with director’s approval.To obtain the Associate in Applied Science Degree, studentsmust complete a minimum of three flight courses listed inthis catalog through the normal process for obtaining credit,and complete a minimum of 64 credit hours. All AVF andAVG courses must be completed with a 2.0 grade or higher.Please consult an aviation advisor for scheduling guidelines.Independent study and specialty courses are also available.Examples: Crew Resource Management, Airline TransportPilot (ATP), BE-20 Systems, Piper PA-31 Systems, de havillandDHC-6 Systems, Advanced Turbo-prop Systems.Before beginning flight training, students must obtain amedical certificate from an FAA-approved doctor. Visitwww.flightphysical.com or www.faa.gov for a list of FAA -approved doctors. Students must be cleared to fly by theTSA before receiving flight instruction.Program Requirements 64Bridge Learning CommunityAcademic and Workforce TrainingThe <strong>NMC</strong> Bridge Learning Community is designed for thenontraditional adult learner’s transition into higher educationor to upgrade workforce skills. This academic program offersskill set development through intensive, hands-on curricula inmathematics, communications (writing, speaking, listening)and technology in a learning community environment. Learnersopt for industry-recognized Microsoft certifications andprepare to become online learners as well as lifelong learners asthey work through a career development process with employabilityactivities that determine career pathways.Foundational Bridge Classes Credits: 15BPC 092* Bridge to Math..............................................3BPC 094* Bridge to Communication.............................4BPC 096* Bridge to Technology.....................................4CIT 109A Keyboarding I................................................2CIT 120A Microsoft Word Level I A..............................1CIT 120B Microsoft Word Level I B..............................1* Denotes developmental classes.Program Informationwww.nmc.edu67
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGTo apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.Program InformationBusiness AdministrationAssociate in Applied Science DegreeComputer Applications..................................... <strong>NMC</strong> Code 122Entrepreneur ................................................... <strong>NMC</strong> Code 151General ............................................................ <strong>NMC</strong> Code 105Management ................................................... <strong>NMC</strong> Code 115Marketing ........................................................ <strong>NMC</strong> Code 107This program prepares students for the challenges of the everchangingworld of business. Specialized courses and liberal artsstudies provide students with a foundation needed to pursuecareers characterized by technology, constant change, andincreasing competition.The order in which courses are taken is not critical exceptwhere prerequisites are involved. Course substitutions may bemade only with the approval of the program coordinator orthe academic area chair. It is strongly encourage that studentsmeet with an academic advisor because not all classes areoffered online every semester. Students considering transfershould see an advisor.General Education Requirements Credits: 17Communications: ENG 111 and BUS 231.........................7Humanities: PHL 202 or PHL 201.....................................3Mathematics: Placement into MTH 111 or higher, orcompletion of MTH 23*.............................................. (4)Science: Science Group 1 course with a lab..........................4Social Sciences: ECO 201....................................................3* These credits do not count toward degree requirements.Occupational Specialty Requirements 35ACC 121 Accounting Principles I..................................4ACC 122 Accounting Principles II................................4BUS 101 Introduction to Business................................3BUS 105 Business Math................................................3BUS 155 Interpersonal Communications......................3BUS 261 Business Law I...............................................3CIT 100 Computers in Business-An Intro....................3CIT 210 Spreadsheet Apps - MS Excel orCIT 128 Microsoft Excel Level I andCIT 129 Microsoft Excel Level II..............................3-4MGT 241 Principles of Management..............................3MGT 251 Human Resources Management.....................3MKT 201 Principles of Marketing..................................3General Business 12Any 12 credits from the other four concentration areas.Areas of Concentration 12-13Select at least 12-13 credits from your area of concentration:Computer ApplicationsCIT 124A Microsoft PowerPoint I A..............................1CIT 124B Microsoft PowerPoint I B...............................1CIT 155 Personal Computer Maintenance...................2CIT 170 Intro. to Database Management.....................3CIT 180 XHTML Programming..................................2CIT 213 Networking Technologies...............................4CIT 215 Windows Server Environment.......................3CIT 216 Computerized Accounting Systems................2CIT 233 Project Management......................................3CIT 290 CIT Internship..............................................3EntrepreneurBUS 262 Business Law II..............................................3CIT 216 Computerized Accounting Systems................2CIT 233 Project Management......................................3MGT 245 Principles of Entrepreneurship.......................3MGT 246 Entrepreneur Marketing/Finance...................3MKT 210 Principles of Selling........................................3ManagementBUS 262 Business Law II..............................................3BUS 290 Business Administration Internship...............3CIT 124A Microsoft PowerPoint I A..............................1CIT 124B Microsoft PowerPoint I B...............................1CIT 216 Computerized Accounting Systems................2CIT 233 Project Management......................................3ECO 202 Principles of Microeconomics........................3ENG 112 English Composition.....................................4MGT 245 Entrepreneurship...........................................3MTH 111* Intermediate Algebra......................................4MTH 131 Probability and Statistics................................3MarketingBUS 262 Business Law II..............................................3BUS 290 Business Administration Internship...............3CIT 124A Microsoft PowerPoint I A..............................1CIT 124B Microsoft PowerPoint I B...............................1ECO 202 Principles of Microeconomics........................3ENG 112 English Composition.....................................4MGT 245 Entrepreneurship...........................................3MKT 210 Principles of Selling........................................3MKT 241 Principles of Advertising................................3MTH 111* Intermediate Algebra......................................4MTH 131 Probability and Statistics................................3* Or a higher level math course, excluding MTH 116and MTH 118.Program Requirements 6468 www.nmc.edu
To apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGBusiness Administration -OnlineAssociate in Applied Science DegreeComputer Applications..................................... <strong>NMC</strong> Code 122General Studies................................................. <strong>NMC</strong> Code 105Management..................................................... <strong>NMC</strong> Code 115Marketing......................................................... <strong>NMC</strong> Code 107Online Option for the General Business Concentration:<strong>NMC</strong> offers an online alternative for students pursuingan Associate in Applied Science degree with a BusinessAdministration - General concentration. It includes a handsoninternship and computer lab experiences in addition toonline classes. Students are strongly encouraged to meet withan academic advisor because not all classes are offered onlineevery semester.General Education Requirements Credits: 17Communications: ENG 111 and BUS 231.........................7Humanities: PHL 202 or PHL 201.....................................3Mathematics: Placement into MTH 111 or higher, orcompletion of MTH 23*.............................................. (4)Science: Science Group 1 course with a lab..........................4Social Sciences: ECO 201....................................................3* These credits do not count toward degree requirements.Occupational Specialty Requirements 35ACC 121 Accounting Principles I..................................4ACC 122 Accounting Principles II................................4BUS 101 Introduction to Business................................3BUS 105 Business Math................................................3BUS 155 Interpersonal Communications......................3BUS 261 Business Law I...............................................3CIT 100 Computers in Business-An Intro....................3CIT 210 Spreadsheet Apps - MS Excel orCIT 128 Microsoft Excel Level I andCIT 129 Microsoft Excel Level II..............................3-4MGT 241 Principles of Management..............................3MGT 251 Human Resources Management.....................3MKT 201 Principles of Marketing..................................3General Area of Concentration 12Any 12 credits from the following:BUS 262 Business Law II..............................................3BUS 290 Business Administration Internship...............3(workplace based - not online)CIT 170 Intro. to Database Management.....................3CIT 180 XHTML Programming..................................2CIT 213 Networking Technologies...............................4ECO 202 Principles of Microeconomics........................3ENG 112 English Composition.....................................4MTH 111 Intermediate Algebra......................................4MTH 131 Probability and Statistics................................3If you are seeking online courses for your specific programthat are not currently offered online, check out the <strong>Michigan</strong>Community <strong>College</strong> Virtual Learning Consortium atwww.vcampus@mccvlc.org for online course options.CAD/CAM -Advanced ManufacturingAssociate in Applied Science Degree <strong>NMC</strong> Code 555As an <strong>NMC</strong> Advanced Manufacturing student, you will studydrafting and design standards, 2D AutoCAD and 3D Solid-Works CAD software, manual machining, CNC and CAMprogramming, and other related topics. You may seek jobopportunities as a CAD drafter or 3D modeler, CNC or CAMprogrammer, CNC operator, or a blend of these technologies.Manufacturing companies employing the latest technology use3D parametric modeling (CAD) to create part and assemblymodels. Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) machinesor dedicated mass production machines are then used to makethe parts. Computer Aided Machining software (CAM) generatescutter paths for the machines based on the solid models.Advanced Manufacturing graduates are ready to begin rewardingcareers or transfer for a bachelor’s degree.General Education Requirements Credits: 21-22Communications: ENG 111 and ENG 112*or ENG 220 ..................................................................7-8Humanities: Any Group 1 course ........................................3Mathematics: Placement into MTH 121 or higher orCompletion of MTH 111**..............................................4Science: PHY 105 or PHY 121* .........................................4Social Sciences: Any Group 1 course ...................................3* Recommended for students planning to transfer. Studentsplacing above MTH 111 must select an elective to reach atleast 64 total credits.** Students testing out of math or transferring in courses withfewer credits must complete the minimum degree requirementsof 64 credits with elective credits from any department.Occupational Specialty Requirements 43-44DD 101 Print Reading and Sketching, Mfg. ...............3DD 110 Basic Metallurgy ...........................................3DD 120 Computer Aided Drafting (AutoCAD) .........2DD 125 Mechanical Drafting (AutoCAD) .................2DD 150 Detail Drafting .............................................4DD 160 Tolerancing and GD&T ...............................3DD 170 Part & Assembly Modeling ...........................4DD 240 Adv. Part and Assembly Modeling .................4DD 295 Advanced Manufacturing Project orDD 290 Internship (permission required).................3-4MFG 111 Math for Manufacturing ...............................3MFG 113 Machining I ..................................................3MFG 114 Machining II ................................................3MFG 211 CNC Programming ......................................3MFG 212 Computer-Aided Machining .........................3Program Requirements 64-66Program Informationwww.nmc.edu69
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGTo apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.Program InformationCAD/CAM - CAD Drafter,MechanicalCertificate of Achievement (Level II) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 027Certificate completers learn 2D mechanical drafting and 3Dpart and assembly modeling using AutoCAD and SolidWorkssoftware. Threads, fasteners, conventional tolerancing, andgeometric tolerancing are presented in the context of detaildrawings for tooling assemblies. Applied mathematics andconventional machining are also presented. Students areprepared for entry level CAD drafting positions in companiesthat produce their own products or companies that producecomponents for other companies.Certificate Requirements Credits: 34DD 101 Print Reading and Sketching, Mfg.................3DD 110 Basic Metallurgy............................................3DD 120 Comp. Aided Drafting (AutoCAD)...............2DD 125 Mechanical Drafting (AutoCAD)..................2DD 150 Detail Drafting..............................................4DD 160 Tolerancing and GD&T................................3DD 170 Part and Assembly Modeling..........................4DD 240 Advanced Part and Assembly Modeling.........4MFG 111 Math for Manufacturing................................3MFG 113 Machining I...................................................3MFG 114 Machining II.................................................3MTH 23 or placement into MTH 111 or higher............. (4)CAD/CAM - CAD Trainee,MechanicalCertificate of Achievement (Level I) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 028Certificate completers learn basic AutoCAD and SolidWorksfunctions and demonstrate their abilities by applying thesefunctions to mechanical drafting projects. They are preparedto work under supervision to update CAD drawings or createnew drawings similar to a given example. With instruction,completers can learn company standards, practices, and productlines which will increase their value.Certificate Requirements Credits: 18DD 101 Print Reading and Sketching, Mfg.................3DD 120 Comp. Aided Drafting (AutoCAD)...............2DD 125 Mechanical Drafting (AutoCAD)..................2DD 150 Detail Drafting..............................................4DD 170 Part and Assembly Modeling..........................4MFG 111 Math for Manufacturing................................3MTH 23 or placement into MTH 111 or higher............. (4)<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.Child DevelopmentCertificate of Achievement (Level II) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 002This program is designed to be a building block program.By adding certain classes, a student may complete the requirementsfor an associate’s degree and students may transfer to acollege or university to complete a bachelor’s degree. Studentsmay also elect to stay in Traverse City and transfer to theUniversity Center.Receiving <strong>NMC</strong>’s Certificate of Achievement (Level II) inChild Development qualifies individuals to meet the EarlyChildhood Lead Teacher requirements for the State of <strong>Michigan</strong>Licensing Rules for Child Care Centers. In addition, thefollowing classes are approved by the National Child DevelopmentAssociates (CDA) Program. Students completing <strong>NMC</strong>’sChild Developmental certificate program and the CDAcredentialing process will meet qualifications for <strong>Michigan</strong>’sLicensing Rules for Early Childhood and/or School Age CareProgram Director. A chart showing the breakdown of hoursfor the CDA functional areas is available in the Social ScienceAcademic Area Office.Students are encouraged to work closely with the Child Developmentcoordinator to complete this certificate. A 2.0 GPAmust be maintained to receive the certificate and 20 of the 36credits must be earned at <strong>NMC</strong>.Child Development Certificateof Achievement OutcomesStudents completing the Child Development Certificatewill be able to reliably demonstrate a working knowledgeof child development from conception to twelve years of age;possess observation skills and tools to assess, evaluate, andbuild individualized plans for children; apply curriculumdevelopment knowledge to provide age appropriate/ multiculturalactivities and materials; apply environment designknowledge; demonstrate a working understanding of specialneed children/families in inclusion/self-contained classrooms;possess working knowledge and skills in discipline management,development of self-esteem and prosocial behaviors;apply knowledge of program management and philosophybuilding; apply knowledge in working with families, includingdiverse/multi-cultural systems.Certificate Requirements Credits: 35-36CD 101 Early Childhood Education...........................3CD 202 Human Growth and Development................5CD 203 Guiding Young Children................................3CD 204 Early Childhood Curriculum.........................3CD 206 Infant/Toddler Development.........................3CD 220 Childhood Program Management..................3CD 230 Early Language and Literacy..........................3ENG 111 English Composition.....................................4PSY 101 Intro to Psychology........................................3PSY 212 Psychology/Exceptional Child........................3CD 290 Service Learning Internship Experience*.....2-3MTH 23 or placement into MTH 111 or higher............. (4)* This internship can be split over more than one semester.70 www.nmc.edu
To apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGClerical SupportCertificate of Achievement (Level I) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 020Well-trained office professionals continue to be in demandand play an integral role in the successful operation of an organization.They work as a team with managers, professionals,and other support staff to control and manage administrativeoperations.The Clerical Support and Administrative Support SpecialistCertificates focus on specific skills which area employersconsider essential.Certificate Requirements Credits: 17Prerequisite(s): CIT 109A Beginning Keyboarding Ior equivalent skillACC 121 Accounting Principles I..................................4BUS 101 Introduction to Business................................3BUS 130 Mechanics of Business Writing.......................3BUS 155 Interpersonal Communications......................3CIT 109B Keyboarding II...............................................2CIT 122A Computer and Internet Basics I.....................1CIT 122B Computer and Internet Basics II....................1Computer Studies -Computer InformationTechnology - GeneralAssociate in Applied Science Degree w/Bachelorin Science - Computer Information Systemsthrough Ferris State University <strong>NMC</strong> Code 106This program gives students comprehensive computer instructionin addition to a background in business and liberal arts.Successful Associate Degree graduates are qualified for entrylevelpositions as computer technicians, programmers, andother information technology positions.Students enrolled in this program will be exposed to manyfacets of the Computer Information Technology Industrywhich includes programming, web development, databases,hardware, networking, and operating systems. Students willdevelop software using the latest programming languages andweb development tools, create and develop databases usingMicrosoft Access and SQL, acquire skills needed to assemble/disassemble PCs and troubleshoot hardware and softwareissues, configure and setup local area networks and work withthe latest client and server operating systems.General Education Requirements Credits: 17-18Communications: ENG 111 and BUS 231or ENG 112...................................................................7-8Humanities: PHL 202 or PHL 105.....................................3Mathematics: Placement into MTH 121 or higher, orcompletion of MTH 111* ............................................. (4)Science: Any Group 1 course with a lab ..............................4Social Sciences: Any Group 1 course(ECO 201 recommended).................................................3* The four credits of MTH 111 do not count towardtotal CIT program credits.Occupational Specialty Requirements 49-50ACC 121 Accounting Principles I..................................4BUS 101 Introduction to Business orACC 122 Accounting Principles II.............................3-4CIT 110 Programming Logic & Design.......................3CIT 156 CompTIA A+® Certification I......................3CIT 157 CompTIA A+® Certification II.....................3CIT 170 Introduction to Database Management..........3CIT 180 XHTML Programming..................................2CIT 195 .NET Application Programming....................3CIT 210 Spreadsheet Apps - MS Excel orCIT 233 Project Management......................................3CIT 213 Networking Technologies...............................4CIT 215 Windows Server Environment.......................3CIT 248 SQL Server Databases....................................3CIT 255 .NET Object-Oriented Programming............3CIT 256 Linux Administration....................................3CIT 280 Systems Analysis and Design..........................3CIT 290 CIT Internship*.............................................3Program Requirements 66-68Ferris State University Requirements 30ISYS 411 Project Management......................................3ISYS 470 Database Administration................................3ISYS 488 Systems Design & Implementation................3ISYS 489 Adv. Systems Design & Implementation........3BUSN 499 Interdisciplinary Experience...........................3FINC 322 Financial Management I................................3ISYS 321 Business Information Systems........................3MGMT 370 Quality/Operations Management..................3PLSC 300+ Social Awareness Elective 300/400non-economic................................................3ENGL 325 Advanced Writing in Business........................3Other <strong>NMC</strong> courses for Bachelor’s degree are: 36ACC 122 Principles of Accounting II............................4BUS 216 Business Law I...............................................3MGT 241 Principles of Management..............................3MKT 201 Principles of Marketing..................................3COM 111 Public Speaking.............................................4ENG 112 English Composition.....................................4Science Course.....................................................................32 Cultural Enrichment Classes.............................................6ECO 202 Principles of Macroeconomics........................3MTH 131 Probabilities and Statistics..............................3* Two competencies are required for the Internship course: a 3.0GPA in CIT classes (with 20 credits and an overall average of2.5 and department approval) and a keyboarding competency.While a 3.0 GPA in CIT classes is required for this internship,an alternative, campus-based internship opportunity is availablefor those students who do not meet this requirement.Ferris State UniversityProgram Requirements Minimum: 126Contact the Ferris State University-University Center Officefor updates at (231) 995-1734.www.nmc.edu71Program Information
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGTo apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.Program InformationComputer Studies -Computer InformationTechnology - DeveloperAssociate in Applied Science Degree <strong>NMC</strong> Code 108As everyone and everything becomes networked, the demandfor software applications continues to expand. The CITDeveloper program targets this need by producing graduateswho are effective programmers and solution architects. TheMicrosoft .NET framework is utilized to deliver practicalknowledge of data access and application development, withthe goal of getting you as deep as possible into the patternsand practices of modern programming. A solid understandingof good design enables students to easily transition into otherdevelopment platforms such as Java. Students consideringtransfer should see an advisor.General Education Requirements Credits: 17-18Communications: ENG 111 and ENG 112or ENG 220...................................................................7-8Humanities: PHL 105 or PHL 202 ....................................3Mathematics: Placement into MTH 121 or higher, orcompletion of MTH 111* ............................................. (4)Science: Any Group 1 with a lab .........................................4Social Sciences: Any Group 1 course ...................................3(ECO 201 recommended)* The four credits of MTH 111 do not count toward totalCIT program credits.Occupational Specialty Courses 49BUS 101 Introduction to Business................................3BUS 155 Interpersonal Communications orBUS 231 Professional Communications........................3CIT 110 Programming Logic and Design.....................3CIT 170 Introduction to Database Management..........3CIT 180 XHTML Programming..................................2CIT 185 XML Programming.......................................2CIT 190 JavaScript Programming................................2CIT 195 .NET Application Programming....................3CIT 213 Networking Technologies...............................4CIT 215 Windows Server Environment.......................3CIT 218 Web App Programming ASP .NET...............3CIT 233 Project Management......................................3CIT 248 SQL Server Databases....................................3CIT 255 .NET Object-Oriented Programming............3CIT 275 .NET Solutions Development........................3CIT 280 Systems Analysis and Design..........................3CIT 290 CIT Internship..............................................3Program Requirements 66-6772 www.nmc.eduComputer Studies -Computer InformationTechnology-InfrastructureAssociate in Applied Science Degree <strong>NMC</strong> Code 125This program provides students with a comprehensive backgroundin computer hardware, operating systems, local areanetworking, and internetwork routing and switching. Thisdegree is designed to prepare students for the following internationallyrecognized certifications:• CompTIA A+® IT Technician• CompTIA Network+® Certification• CompTIA Security+® Certification• Cisco CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)• MCTS – Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist,MCITP – Microsoft Certified Information TechnologyProfessional and MTA – Microsoft Technology AssociateSuccessful Associate Degree graduates are qualified for entrylevelpositions as hardware technicians, network administrators,and infrastructure support specialists. <strong>NMC</strong> is a CiscoLocal Networking Academy. CompTIA (Computing TechnologyIndustry Association), Microsoft, and Cisco certificationexams are administered by VUE or Prometrics Testing Services.For current program information, call (231) 995-1166.Students considering transfer should see an advisor.General Education Requirements Credits: 17-18Communications: ENG 111 and ENG 112or ENG 220...................................................................7-8Humanities: PHL 105 or PHL 202.....................................3Mathematics: Placement into MTH 121 or higher, orcompletion of MTH 111*.............................................. (4)Science: Any Group 1 course with a lab ..............................4Social Sciences: Any Group 1 course ...................................3(ECO 201 recommended)* The four credits of MTH 111 do not count toward totalCIT program credits.Occupational Specialty Courses 52BUS 155 Interpersonal Communications......................3CIT 156 CompTIA A+® Certification I......................3CIT 157 CompTIA A+® Certification II ....................3CIT 160 Cisco Internetworking I ................................4CIT 161 Cisco Internetworking II ...............................4CIT 213 Networking Technologies...............................4CIT 215 Windows Server Environment.......................3CIT 233 Project Management......................................3CIT 240 Network Security Management......................3CIT 242 Windows Client Administration....................2CIT 246 Windows Server Infrastructure ......................3CIT 247 Windows Server Administration....................3CIT 256 Linux Administration....................................3CIT 260 Cisco Internetworking III .............................4CIT 261 Cisco Internetworking IV .............................4CIT 290 CIT Internship*.............................................3* Two competencies are required for the Internship course: a 3.0GPA in CIT classes (with 20 credits and an overall average of2.0 and department approval), and a keyboarding competency.
To apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGWhile a 3.0 GPA in CIT classes is required for this internship,an alternative, campus-based internship opportunity is availablefor those students who do not meet this requirement.Program Requirements 69-70Computer Studies -Infrastructure Specialist ICertificate of Achievement (Level I) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 033The Infrastructure Specialist I Certificate of Achievement preparescomputer professionals to assemble, upgrade, maintainand repair personal computers and work in the area of localarea networks. The program is designed to prepare students forthe following three internationally recognized certifications:• CompTIA A+® Certification• CompTIA Network+® CertificationCompTIA® (Computing Technology Industry Association)exams are administered by VUE Testing Services orPrometrics. For current program information, please call(231) 995-1166 or (231) 995-2000.Certificate Requirements Credits: 18BUS 155 Interpersonal Communications......................3CIT 242 Windows Client Administration....................2For CompTIA A+® Certification:CIT 156 CompTIA A+® Certification I .....................3CIT 157 CompTIA A+® Certification II.....................3For CompTIA Network+® Certification:CIT 213 Networking Technologies...............................4For Microsoft MCTS and MCITP Certification:CIT 215 Windows Server Environment.......................3Computer Studies -Infrastructure Specialist IICertificate of Achievement (Level II) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 030Students completing the Infrastructure Specialist I certificatemay elect to continue their education and obtain a levelII certificate. The Cisco CCNA certification is an industryrecognized certification in internetwork routing and switching.<strong>NMC</strong> is a Cisco Local Networking Academy.Cisco Certification Exams are administered by VUE TestingServices. For current program information, please call(231) 995-1166.Certificate Requirements Credits: 34Completion of Infrastructure Specialist I certificate............18CIT 160 Cisco Internetworking I ................................4CIT 161 Cisco Internetworking II ...............................4CIT 260 Cisco Internetworking III ............................4CIT 261 Cisco Internetworking IV ............................4Computer Studies -Infrastructure Specialist IIICertificate of Achievement (Level III) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 024Students completing the Infrastructure Specialist II certificatemay elect to continue their education and obtain a level IIIcertificate. The Microsoft MCTS and MCITP certificationsare industry-recognized focusing in server and infrastructureenvironments.Microsoft Certification Exams are administered by PrometricsTesting Services. For current program information, please call(231) 995-1166.Certificate Requirements Credits: 52Completion of Infrastructure Specialist I certificate............18Completion of Infrastructure Specialist II certificate..........16For Microsoft MCTS and MCITP Certification*CIT 246 Windows Server Infrastructure ......................3CIT 247 Windows Server Administration ...................3For CompTIA Network+® Certification:CIT 240 Network Security Management......................3Occupational RequirementsCIT 233 Project Management......................................3CIT 256 Linux Administration....................................3CIT 290 CIT Internship..............................................3Program Information<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.www.nmc.edu73
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGTo apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.Computer Studies -Industry CertificationsIndustry CertificationsProgram InformationMicrosoft Office Specialist - Microsoft Office Specialist certificationproves expertise in Microsoft applications. Holdersof these credentials stand out as truly knowledgeable people.<strong>NMC</strong>’S approved Microsoft testing center offers onlinetraining classes in Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Foradditional information on testing and/or training please call(231) 995-2247.Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) andMicrosoft Certified Information Technology Professional(MCITP) are internationally recognized certificationsfocusing on Microsoft Windows, server and infrastructureenvironment.CompTIA A+® Certification - The CompTIA A+® certificationis the industry standard for validating vendor-neutralskills expected of an entry-level IT technician. CompTIA A+®Certification I and CompTIA A+® Certification II are <strong>NMC</strong>courses and provide the necessary preparation to pass the A+Essentials and A+ IT Technician Certification exams.CompTIA Network+ Certification - The CompTIA Network+®certification validates technical competency in networkadministration and support. Those holding Network+certification demonstrate critical knowledge of media andtopologies, protocols and standards, and network security.The Network Technologies course provides the necessarypreparation to pass the Network+ Certification exam.CompTIA Security+ Certification - The CompTIA Security+®certification tests for security knowledge mastery ofan individual with experience in networking. The CompTIASecurity+® certification validates technical competency insecurity and covers industry-wide topics, including communicationsecurity, infrastructure security, cryptography, accesscontrol, authentication, external attack and operational andorganization security. Network Security Management providesthe necessary preparation to pass the Security+Certification exam.Cisco CCNA Certification - The CCNA certification (CiscoCertified Network Associate) indicates a foundation in, andapprentice knowledge of networking. CCNA certified professionalscan install, configure, operate LAN, WAN and dialaccess services for small networks (100 nodes or fewer), includingbut not limited to use of these protocols: IP, EIGRP, OSPF,Frame Relay, IP RIP, VLANs Rip, Ethernet, Access Lists.Cisco Internetworking I through Cisco InternetworkingIV are courses offered by the <strong>NMC</strong> Cisco NetworkingAcademy and provide training for the CCNA Exam. Comp-TIA (Computing Technology Industry Association), Microsoft,and Cisco certification exams are administered byVUE or Prometrics Testing Services. For additional programinformation, please call (231) 995-1166.Computer Studies -Office Applications SpecialistCertificate of Achievement (Level I) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 035The Office Applications Specialist certificate helps meet thedemand for qualified and knowledgeable people in today’sworkplace. It helps students to acquire the desktop applicationsexpertise and basic computer skills needed to workmore productively and efficiently with Microsoft Office.This <strong>NMC</strong> credential also serves to train candidates for theglobally recognized Microsoft Specialist series of certifications.<strong>NMC</strong> is a Microsoft Office approved testing center, and thecertification exams are administered at the Aero Park campus.For more information, please call (231) 995-2247.Certificate Requirements Credits: 16CIT 120A Microsoft Word Level I A .............................1CIT 120B Microsoft Word Level I B .............................1CIT 121A Microsoft Word Level II A.............................1CIT 121B Microsoft Word Level II B ............................1CIT 128 Microsoft Excel Level I .................................2CIT 129 Microsoft Excel Level II ................................2CIT 124A Microsoft PowerPoint Level I A ....................1CIT 124B Microsoft PowerPoint Level I B ....................1CIT 126 Microsoft Access Level I.................................2Electives Credits: 4Choose from the following:ACC 121 Accounting Principles I..................................4CIT 109A Keyboarding I................................................2CIT 122A Computer & Internet Basics I ......................1CIT 122B Computer & Internet Basics II ....................1CIT 126 Microsoft Access Level I.................................2CIT 127 Microsoft Access Level II...............................2CIT 155 Personal Computer Maintenance...................274 www.nmc.edu
To apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGComputer Studies -Support SpecialistCertificate of Achievement (Level III) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 006Students complete course work in business and computeroperations leading to a certificate. This program is designedto provide students with the necessary skills to work as supportspecialist or computer technician. Students will have anopportunity to acquire skills using current operating systemand application software and gain experience using Local AreaNetworks. Students will also learn troubleshooting methodologiesand develop project management skills.Certificate Requirements Credits: 47-50BUS 101 Introduction to Business................................3BUS 105 Business Mathematics....................................3BUS 155 Interpersonal Communications......................3BUS 231 Professional Communications........................3CIT 120A Microsoft Word Level I A..............................1CIT 120B Microsoft Word Level I B..............................1CIT 121A Microsoft Word Level II A.............................1CIT 122A Computer and Internet Basics I.....................1CIT 122B Computer and Internet Basics II....................1CIT 124A Microsoft PowerPoint Level I A.....................1CIT 124B Microsoft PowerPoint Level I B.....................1CIT 155 Personal Computer Maintenance orCIT 156 CompTIA A+ ® Certification I..................2-3CIT 157 CompTIA A+® Certification II.....................3CIT 170 Introduction to Database Management orCIT 126 Microsoft Access Level I..............................2-3CIT 210 Spreadsheet Apps - MS Excel orCIT 128 Microsoft Excel Level I andCIT 129 Microsoft Excel Level II..............................3-4CIT 213 Networking Technologies...............................4CIT 215 Windows Server Environment.......................3CIT 233 Project Management......................................3CIT 292 Support Specialist..........................................3ENG 220 Technical Writing..........................................3PHL 105 Critical Thinking...........................................3Computer Studies -Web Developer ICertificate of Achievement (Level I) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 039This series of Web Developer certificates provides an introductionto both website design and website development.Visual Communication courses enable students to createvisually effective sites using graphic design principles andtools. Information Technology courses provide the technicalability to develop interactive, data-driven sites and applications.Students interested in this profession are usually detailand result oriented, self-directed and enjoy working with bothpeople and technology. The certificates may be completed asstand-alone certificates, taken in order, or applied to electivesor major area requirements for an Associate in General Studiesor an Associate in Applied Science.Level I Certificate Requirements Credits: 19ART 131 2-D Design....................................................3CIT 110 Programming Logic and Design.....................3CIT 180 XHTML Programming..................................2CIT 190 JavaScript Programming................................2VCA 123 Photoshop I...................................................2VCA 147 Web Design I.................................................3VCA 150 Digital Graphic Design I................................4Computer Studies -Web Developer IICertificate of Achievement (Level II) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 040Prerequisites: Completion of all Web Developer CertificateLevel I courses (19 credits)Level I Certificate Requirements Credits: 19Level II Certificate Requirements 37BUS 231 Professional Communications orBUS 155 Interpersonal Communications......................3CIT 170 Intro. to Database Management.....................3CIT 185 XML Programming.......................................3CIT 195 .NET Applications Programming..................3VCA 125 Typography I.................................................3VCA 146 Interactive Animation....................................3Computer Studies -Web Developer IIICertificate of Achievement (Level III) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 041Prerequisites: Completion of all Web Developer CertificateLevel I (19 credits) and Level II (18 credits) courses.Level I Certificate Requirements Credits: 19Level II Certificate Requirements 18Level III Certificate Requirements 52CIT 218 Web App Programming ASP .NET...............3CIT 248 SQL Server Databases ...................................3CIT 255 .NET Object-Oriented Programming............3CIT 291 Web Internship*............................................3VCA 123 Photoshop II orVCA 246 Interactive Animation II orVCA 247 Web Design II...............................................3*Two competencies are required for the Internship course: a 3.0GPA in CIT classes (with 20 credits and an overall average of2.0 and department approval), and a keyboarding competency.While a 3.0 GPA in CIT classes is required for this internship,an alternative, campus-based internship opportunity is availablefor those students who do not meet this requirement.Program Informationwww.nmc.edu75
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGTo apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.Construction Technology -Carpentry TechnologyCertificate of Achievement (Level I) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 061Skilled carpenters must knowledgeably use specialized tools;read blueprints; frame structures; install doors, windows,cabinets, insulation, and finish trim; and construct roofs,decks, and stairways. Being versatile opens a wide range ofemployment opportunities. The curriculum is designed bythe industry and aligned with national competency standards.Students receive hands on training in our state-of-the-artscience lab. Information: (231) 995-2007.Certificate Requirements Credits: 18CAR 101 Introduction to Carpentry.............................3CAR 105 Residential Framing ......................................3CAR 121 General Carpentry Practices...........................3CAR 125 Interior Carpentry.........................................3CAR 131 Rigging and Concrete Practices......................3CAR 135 Layout and Formwork...................................3Construction Technology -Facilities MaintenanceCertificate of Achievement (Level II) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 063Performing facilities maintenance requires knowledge inseveral areas. This level II certificate covers reading blueprints,general carpentry, tools of the trade, electrical wiring and schematics,and thermodynamics of refrigeration. Also requiredwill be 14 technical electives that can range from drafting toalternative energy integration into a facility. The curriculumis designed by the industry and aligned with national competencystandards. Students receive hands on training in ourstate-of-the-art science lab. Information: (231) 995-2007.Certificate Requirements Credits: 32CAR 101 Introduction to Carpentry.............................3CAR 105 Residential Framing ......................................3ELE 101 Introduction to Electrical...............................3ELE 105 Residential Electrical......................................3HVA 101 Introduction to HVAC/R..............................3HVA 105 Thermodynamics of HVAC/R.......................3Technical Electives (approved list)......................................14Program InformationConstruction Technology -Electrical TechnologyCertificate of Achievement (Level I) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 062Qualified electricians install, troubleshoot, and repair electricalsystems in residential and commercial settings. There is highdemand for well-trained electricians nationwide. The curriculumis designed by the industry and aligned with nationalcompetency standards. Students receive hands-on training inour state-of-the-art science lab. Information: (231) 995-2007.Certificate Requirements Credits: 24ELE 101 Introduction to Electrical...............................3ELE 105 Residential Electrical .....................................3ELE 121 Electrical Applications....................................3ELE 125 Electrical Components...................................3ELE 131 Electrical Distribution....................................3ELE 135 Motor Control Circuits.................................3ELE 141 Commercial Electrical Systems.......................3ELE 145 Commercial Electrical Controls.....................3Construction Technology -HVAC/R TechnologyCertificate of Achievement (Level I) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 064There is high demand for qualified technicians in the heatingand cooling industry. HVAC/R technicians install, maintain,and repair heating, ventilating, air-conditioning, and refrigerationsystems. Because of continuing demand, HVACRtechnicians can usually find employment with good beginningsalaries. The curriculum is designed by the industry andaligned with national competency standards. Students receivehands on training in our state-of-the-art science lab. Information:(231) 995-2007.Certificate Requirements Credits: 18HVA 101 Introduction to HVAC/R....................................3HVA 105 Thermodynamics of HVAC/R.............................3HVA 121 Fundamentals of Heating.....................................3HVA 125 A/C Applications.................................................3HVA 131 Gas Heating Diagnostics......................................3HVA 135 Commercial HVAC/R.........................................3<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.76 www.nmc.edu
To apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGConstruction Technology -Plumbing TechnologyCertificate of Achievement (Level I) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 067There is high demand for qualified technicians in theplumbing industry. Plumbing technicians install, maintain,and repair plumbing systems. Because of continuing demand,plumbing technicians can usually find employment withgood beginning salaries. The curriculum is designed by theindustry and aligned with national competency standards.Students receive hands on training in our state-of-the-artscience lab. Information: (231) 995-2007.Certificate Requirements Credits: 18PLU 101 Introduction to Plumbing..............................3PLU 105 Plumbing Components..................................3PLU 121 Commercial Plumbing...................................3PLU 125 Plumbing Installation....................................3PLU 131 Advanced Plumbing Practices .......................3PLU 135 Plumbing Systems and Pumps.......................3Construction Technology -Renewable EnergyTechnology- ElectricalAssociate in Applied Science Degree <strong>NMC</strong> Code 655Renewable energy is one of the most vital resources of the 21stcentury. <strong>NMC</strong> offers professional certificates and an Associateof Applied Science degree in this exciting, growing field.Renewable Energy Technology - Electrical focuses on howto harness wind and solar-generated electricity and its use byresidential consumers and utilities. Among the <strong>NMC</strong> resourcesyou’ll use in the program are: mobile solar lab, two windturbines (located at the University Center and Aero Park campuses),and 8 kw, grid-interconnected solar array. Information:(231) 995-2007.General Education Requirements Credits: 26Communications: ENG 111 and ENG 112or ENG 220...................................................................7-8Humanities: PHL 202 ........................................................3Mathematics: MTH 111 and MTH 121.............................8Science: ENV 117 or PHY 121...........................................4Social Sciences: Any Group 1 course....................................3Technical Core Requirements 9EGY 101 Principles of Renewable Energy.....................3EGY 105 Sustainable Building Design..........................3EGY 115 Residential Energy Efficiency.........................3Electrical Track Requirements 18EGY 141 Solar Photovoltaic Technology I.....................3EGY 161 Wind Power Technology................................3ELE 101 Introduction to Electrical...............................3ELE 105 Residential Electrical......................................3ELE 121 Electrical Applications....................................3ELE 125 Electrical Components...................................3Technical Electives - Electrical TrackCMT 103 Construction Safety.......................................1CMT 107 Construction Supervision..............................3EGY 151 Solar Photovoltaic Technology II...................3EET 103 Electrical Studies I.........................................3EET 104 Electrical Studies II........................................3EET 221 Industrial Controls.........................................3EET 231 Programmable Logic Controllers....................3ELE 131 Electrical Distribution....................................3ELE 135 Motor Controls Circuits................................3ELE 141 Commercial Electrical Systems.......................3ELE 145 Commercial Electrical Controls.....................3Program Requirements 64Construction Technology -Renewable EnergyTechnology- ElectricalCertificate of Achievement (Level II) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 065Certificate Requirements Credits: 34ELE 101 Introduction to Electrical...............................3EGY 101 Principles of Renewable Energy.....................3MTH 111 Intermediate Algebra......................................4ELE 105 Residential Electrical......................................3EGY 105 Sustainable Building Design..........................3EGY 115 Residential Energy Efficiency.........................3ELE 121 Electrical Applications....................................3EGY 141 Solar Photovoltaic Technology I.....................3ELE 125 Electrical Components...................................3EGY 161 Wind Power Technology................................3Technical Elective................................................................3Program Informationwww.nmc.edu77
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGTo apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.Program InformationConstruction Technology -Renewable EnergyTechnology- HVACAssociate in Applied Science Degree <strong>NMC</strong> Code 656Renewable Energy Technology - HVAC/R (heating, ventilation,air conditioning and refrigeration) emphasizes the useof solar and geo-thermal energy production in heating andcooling in residential applications. Among the <strong>NMC</strong> resourcesyou’ll use in the program are: mobile solar lab, geothermalheat pump lab, solar thermal system and 8 kw, grid-interconnectedsolar array. Information: (231) 995-2007.General Education Requirements Credits: 34Communications: ENG 111 and ENG 112or ENG 220...................................................................7-8Humanities: PHL 202 ........................................................3Mathematics: MTH 111 and MTH 121.............................8Science: ENV 117 or PHY 121 or ENV 103.......................4Social Sciences: Any Group 1 course....................................3Technical Core Requirements 9EGY 101 Principles of Renewable Energy.....................3EGY 105 Sustainable Building Design..........................3EGY 115 Residential Energy Efficiency.........................3HVAC Track Requirements 18EGY 143 Solar Thermal Technology I...........................3EGY 145 Geothermal Technology.................................3HVA 101 Introduction to HVAC/R..............................3HVA 105 Thermodynamics of HVAC/R.......................3HVA 121 Fundamentals of Heating...............................3HVA 125 A/C Applications...........................................3Technical Electives - Electrical TrackCMT 103 Construction Safety.......................................1CMT 107 Construction Supervision..............................3CAR 101 Introduction to Carpentry.............................3CAR 105 Residential Framing.......................................3EET 103 Electrical Studies I.........................................3EET 104 Electrical Studies II........................................3EET 221 Industrial Controls.........................................3EET 231 Programmable Logic Controllers....................3HVA 131 Gas Heating Diagnostics................................3HVA 135 Commercial HVAC/R...................................3PLU 101 Introduction to Plumbing..............................3PLU 105 Plumbing Components..................................3Program Requirements 64Construction Technology -Renewable EnergyTechnology- HVACCertificate of Achievement (Level II) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 066Certificate Requirements Credits: 34HVA 101 Introduction to HVAC/R..............................3EGY 101 Principles of Renewable Energy.....................3MTH 111 Intermediate Algebra......................................4HVA 105 Thermodynamics of HVAC/R.......................3EGY 105 Sustainable Building Design..........................3EGY 115 Residential Energy Efficiency.........................3HVA 121 Fundamentals of Heating...............................3EGY 143 Solar Thermal Technology I...........................3HVA 125 A/C Applications...........................................3EGY 145 Geothermal Technology.................................3Technical Elective................................................................3<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.78 www.nmc.edu
To apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCulinary ArtsGreat Lakes Culinary InstituteAssociate in Applied Science Degree <strong>NMC</strong> Code 109The Great Lakes Culinary Institute believes in the principleof learning by doing. Extensive hands-on training will giveyou the competitive advantage in this highly competitive field.This program is designed to provide rigorous and concentratedstudy for those students who plan careers in the rapidlygrowingfood service industry. The program’s main emphasisis to prepare students for entry-level chef and kitchen managementpositions. Consideration is given to the science and techniquesassociated with the selection, preparation, and servingof foods to large and small groups.The Great Lakes Culinary Institute’s facility is located on<strong>NMC</strong>’s Great Lakes Campus. It is comprised of five culinarylabs including a bakery, introductory and food skills kitchen,an advanced cooking kitchen, a garde manger kitchen, aná la carte kitchen and Lobdell’s, a 90-seat training restaurant.Upon graduation, students will have an unbeatable combinationof knowledge, skills and work experience.The Great Lakes Culinary Institute is accredited by the AmericanCulinary Federation and is one of more than 200 collegesin the U.S. to receive this distinction. Students are eligible forcertification as Certified Culinarians upon graduation. Studentswishing to pursue a baccalaureate degree may transferto institutions with which <strong>NMC</strong> has transfer agreements.General Education Requirements Credits: 17-18Communications: ENG 111 and BUS 231or ENG 112...................................................................7-8Humanities: Any Group 1 course ........................................3Mathematics: Placement into MTH 111 or higher, orcompletion of MTH 23*................................................ (4)Science: Any Group 1 course with a lab...............................4Social Sciences: Any Group 1 course....................................3* These credits do not count toward degree requirements.Occupational Specialty Requirements 56CIT 100 Computers in Business-An Intro....................3CUL 101 Today’s Hospitality Industry..........................3CUL 110 Safety and Sanitation.....................................2CUL 111 Professional Cookery.....................................6CUL 118 Introduction to Baking..................................4CUL 121 Purchasing and Receiving..............................2CUL 190 Culinary Internship.......................................2CUL 210 Nutrition for Culinary Arts............................2CUL 211 Menu Planning..............................................3CUL 213 World Cuisine...............................................6CUL 215 Garde Manger................................................4CUL 217 Dining Room and Kitchen Management.......3CUL 218 Advanced Baking...........................................4CUL 295 Contemporary Service & Cuisine................12Note: Admission to the Culinary Arts program requiresCOMPASS test scores of Writing 70, Reading 82 orco-requisite of ENG 111 + 11, and Pre-Algebra 21.Program Requirements 73-74Culinary ArtsGreat Lakes Culinary InstituteCertificate of Achievement (Level III) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 029Certificate Requirements Credits: 53CUL 101 Today’s Hospitality Industry..........................3CUL 110 Safety and Sanitation.....................................2CUL 111 Professional Cookery.....................................6CUL 118 Intro to Baking..............................................4CUL 121 Purchasing.....................................................2CUL 190 Culinary Internship.......................................2CUL 210 Nutrition for Culinary Arts............................2CUL 211 Menu Planning..............................................3CUL 213 World Cuisine...............................................6CUL 215 Garde Manger................................................4CUL 217 Kitchen and Dining Room Management.......3CUL 218 Advanced Baking...........................................4CUL 295 Contemporary Service and Cuisine..............12Note: Admission to the Culinary Arts program requiresCOMPASS test scores of Writing 70, Reading 82 orco-requisite of ENG 111 + 11, and Pre-Algebra 21.Program Informationwww.nmc.edu79
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGTo apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.Program InformationDental AssistantAssociate in Applied Science Degree <strong>NMC</strong> Code 300Dental Assistants are members of a highly qualified healthteam whose varied duties require knowledge of the basicdental sciences, proficiency in laboratory and clinical skills,and practical experience in meeting patient needs. Both theassociate and the certificate programs are accredited by theCommission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) andapproved by the <strong>Michigan</strong> Board of Dentistry.Few jobs offer the diversity and flexibility found in DentalAssisting. While most dental assistants work as chairside orbusiness assistants in general or specialty dental practices suchas orthodontics or oral surgery, other career paths include thefollowing: lab technicians; sales representatives in dental supplycompanies; and as teachers in vocational or college dentalauxiliary programs. It is suggested that students begin thisprogram in fall semester. However, students wanting to beginspring, or a part-time program should contact the programdirector for academic advising. Students must be admitted toboth the college and the Dental Assistant Program. Programadmission requires a 2.0 minimum GPA on high school orcollege transcript, or pass GED.General Education Requirements Credits: 21-23Communications: ENG 111 and ENG 112.......................8Humanities: Any Group 1 course........................................3Mathematics: Placement into MTH 111 or higher, orcompletion of MTH 23*................................................ (4)Science: BIO 106.................................................................4Social Science: PSY 101.......................................................3Electives: Group 1 or 2 courses.........................................3-4* These credits do not count toward degree requirements.Occupational Specialty Requirements 42BUS 155 Interpersonal Communications orCOM 111 Public Speaking.............................................3HAH 120 Infection Control...........................................2HDA 101 Introduction to Dentistry..............................2HDA 112 Dental Materials ...........................................2HDA 113 Dental Materials Lab.....................................1HDA 120 Dental Anatomy............................................3HDA 140 Oral Pathology/Pharmacology.......................2HDA 150 Dental Office Management............................2HDA 160 Dental Emergencies.......................................1HDA 170 Preventive Dentistry.......................................2HDA 240 Chairside Procedures......................................5HDA 241 Chairside Procedures Lab...............................2HDA 242 Dental Radiography.......................................2HDA 243 Dental Radiography Lab.............................1.5HDA 251 Dental Assistant Internship I..........................4HDA 252 Dental Assistant Internship II........................4HDA 282 CDA/RDA Written Exam Prep.....................2HDA 286 RDA Clinical Exam Prep...............................1HPD 110 Basic Life Support for HealthCare Providers.............................................0.5Note: A 2.0 grade or higher is required in HDA & HAH courses.Program Requirements 64Dental AssistantCertificate of Achievement <strong>NMC</strong> Code 070The following coursework may be taken in order to qualify forthe Certificate of Achievement in Dental Assisting. Many of<strong>NMC</strong>’s dental assistant students enroll in the certificate programfollowing either a part- or full-time schedule. Completionof the program qualifies students for the state board examand after passing the exam, they may practice as RegisteredDental Assistants. In addition, program completers are eligiblefor the National Certification exam which is recognized nationwide.While the associate degree is not required for eitherof these exams, the majority of students complete the associatedegree after completion of the certificate. For additionalinformation on the Dental Assistant program please see theprevious listing for the Associate in Applied Science forDental Assistant.Placement Requirements (to complete certificate)Mathematics: Placement into MTH 111 or higher, orsuccessful completion of MTH 23*Communications: Placement into ENG 111, orcompletion of ENG 99* or ENG 108* These credits do not count toward degree requirements.Certificate of Achievement Credits: 42BUS 155 Interpersonal Communications orCOM 111 Public Speaking.............................................3HAH 120 Infection Control...........................................2HDA 101 Introduction to Dentistry..............................2HDA 112 Dental Materials ...........................................2HDA 113 Dental Materials Lab.....................................1HDA 120 Dental Anatomy............................................3HDA 140 Oral Pathology/Pharmacology.......................2HDA 150 Dental Office Management............................2HDA 160 Dental Emergencies.......................................1HDA 170 Preventive Dentistry.......................................2HDA 240 Chairside Procedures......................................5HDA 241 Chairside Procedures Lab...............................2HDA 242 Dental Radiography.......................................2HDA 243 Dental Radiography Lab.............................1.5HDA 251 Dental Assistant Internship I..........................4HDA 252 Dental Assistant Internship II........................4HDA 282 CDA/RDA Written Exam Prep.....................2HDA 286 RDA Clinical Exam Prep...............................1HPD 110 Basic Life Support for HealthCare Providers.............................................0.5Note: A 2.0 grade or higher is requiredin HDA and HAH courses.80 www.nmc.edu
To apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGElectronics TechnologyThe Electronics Technology courses prepare students foremployment as an electronic technician. These four coursescover many of the responsibilities of an electronic technicianin industry. Typical job responsibilities include construction,installation, operation, testing and repair of a variety ofelectrical equipment. Also covered are applications inmanufacturing equipment and troubleshooting. Studentsdevelop skills through laboratory exercises representing anindustrial setting.EET 103EET 104EET 221EET 232CreditsElectrical Studies I.........................................3Electrical Studies II........................................3Industrial Controls.........................................3Programmable Logic Controllers....................3Entrepreneurship CertificateCertificate of Achievement (Level I) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 051The Entrepreneurship Certificates help students manage andmarket a business and take an entrepreneurial perspective ofbusiness management. They offer an entrepreneur tool set ofbusiness knowledge and practices needed for competing intoday’s global marketplace. These certificate courses apply tothe course requirements for the Entrepreneurship Concentrationof the Business Administration AAS degree.Certificate Requirements Credits: 18ACC 121 Accounting Principles I..................................4BUS 101 Introduction to Business................................3CIT 216 Computerized Accounting Systems................2MGT 245 Principles of Entrepreneurship.......................3MGT 255 Small Business Management..........................3MKT 201 Principles of Marketing..................................3Entrepreneurship CertificateCertificate of Achievement (Level II) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 052Level I Certificate Requirements Credits: 18Certificate Requirements 12BUS 105 Business Math................................................3BUS 261 Business Law I...............................................3BUS 295 Entrepreneurship Internship..........................3MKT 210 Principles of Selling........................................3Required Elective Any one of the following:BUS 155 Interpersonal Communications......................3BUS 262 Business Law II..............................................3CIT 233 Project Management......................................3MGT 241 Principles of Management..............................3MGT 246 Entrepreneur Marketing/Finance...................3MGT 251 Human Resource Management......................3MKT 241 Principles of Advertising................................3Program InformationTotal Credits for Level II 33<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.www.nmc.edu81
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGTo apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.Program InformationFreshwater StudiesAssociate in Applied Science DegreeGlobal Policy and Sustainability........................ <strong>NMC</strong> Code 491Economy and Society........................................ <strong>NMC</strong> Code 492Science and Technology.................................... <strong>NMC</strong> Code 493The Freshwater Studies program is offered by <strong>NMC</strong>’s GreatLakes Water Studies Institute. Designed to prepare studentsfor emerging career paths, the program is truly one-of-a-kind− the only associate level degree with emphasis in water studiesin the United States. Students have a choice of three generalstreams or emphasis areas: Global Freshwater Policy andSustainability, Economy and Society or Science and Technology.The Freshwater Studies degree program combines uniquecourses and opportunities for field experiences availablethrough <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> and our Universitypartners. In addition to the partners in the Great Lakes region,our program has collaborators in selected sites in Central andSouth America. This water focused program has an interdisciplinaryapproach designed to offer students flexibility and avariety of opportunities especially critical in these challengingeconomic times. The core program of studies includes Introductionto Freshwater Studies, Watershed Science, GeographicInformation Systems (GIS), Oceanography, Meteorology andClimatology, and an Internship experience either locally oroverseas. The degree is intended both for students who plan toenter the professional arena as well as those who wish to furthertheir studies at a four-year school. There are opportunitiesto continue this field of study with University partnershipslocated in Traverse City and offsite.General Education Requirements............ Credits: 17-18Communications: ENG 111 and BUS 231 orENG 112 or ENG 220.....................................................7-8Humanities: Group 1 course................................................3Mathematics: Placement into MTH 111 or higher, orcompletion of MTH 23*.................................................. (4)Science: Science Group 1 course with a lab..........................4Social Sciences: Group 1 course...........................................3* These credits do not count toward degree requirements.Core Requirements** 23-24ENV 105 Introduction to Freshwater Studies................2ENV 115 Introduction to GIS.......................................3ENV 117 Meteorology and Climatology........................4ENV 131 Oceanography................................................4ENV 140 Watershed Science.........................................4ENV 290 Freshwater Studies Internship........................3PHL 105 Critical Thinking orPHL 202 Contemporary Ethical Dilemmas................3-4Areas of Concentration:**Global Freshwater Policy and SustainabilityMLS 222 Intermediate Spanish II..................................4MTH 131 Intro to Probability and Statistics...................3GEO 109 World Regional Geography............................3BIO 105 Living in the Environment.............................4Economy and SocietyBUS 101 Introduction to Business................................3ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics........................3MGT 241 Principles of Management..............................3MGT 245 Principles of Entrepreneurship.......................3ENG 256 Environmental Literature...............................3MTH 131 Intro to Probability and Statistics...................3BIO 105 Living in the Environment.............................4Science and TechnologyMTH 141 Calculus I......................................................5CHM 150 General Chemistry I orBIO 115 Cell, Plant & Ecosystem Biology orPHY 121 General Physics I........................................4-5**Core and Concentration credits can also be appliedto General Education requirements.Please consult an <strong>NMC</strong> Freshwater Studies program advisorfor scheduling guidelines.Program Requirements Minimum credit hours: 64Law EnforcementAssociate in Applied Science Degree <strong>NMC</strong> Code 352Graduates of this program are eligible to take the state lawenforcement officer examination. Students who anticipatetransfering to a four-year college or university need to see an<strong>NMC</strong> advisor during their first semester, as some courses maybe acceptable for transfer credit. Students may enroll in theLaw Enforcement Preservice Police Academy in the programssecond year, or upon completing first year requirements orwith a college degree. Completion of the Police Academy(LWE courses) must occur within two semesters, beginningfall semester and completed the following spring semester. Aminimum grade of 2.0 must be achieved in each LWE course,satisfying prerequisites for licensing and qualifying the studentto take the state examination to be hired by a law enforcementagency, which activates the license. The Police Academy isapproved and regulated by the <strong>Michigan</strong> Commission on LawEnforcement Standards (MCOLES).It is mandatory that students meet with the Law EnforcementCoordinator a minimum of four weeks prior to beginningLWE courses to register with MCOLES. Students must passMCOLES reading/writing and physical agility tests prior tostarting the LWE courses. Call (231) 995-1283 with questionsand visit www.michigan.gov/mcoles for online registration.General Education Requirements Credits: 21Communications: ENG 111 and ENG 112........................8Humanities: PHL 201 or PHL 202.....................................3Mathematics: Placement into MTH 111 or higher, orcompletion of MTH 23*................................................ (4)Science: Any Group 1 course with lab..................................4Social Sciences: PLS 101 or PLS 132 ..................................3Additional Core Course: PSY 101........................................3* These credits do not count toward degree requirements.82 www.nmc.edu
To apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGOccupational Specialty Requirements..........................49CJ 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice....................4HAH 200 Emergency Assessment and Intervention........3LWE 102 Police Operations...........................................4LWE 210 Cultural Awareness/Diversity.........................2LWE 212 Criminal Investigation...................................3LWE 214 Firearms.........................................................4LWE 215 Defensive Driving..........................................3LWE 216 Traffic Enforcement and Investigation...........3LWE 218 Physical Training/Wellness.............................4LWE 225 Defensive Tactics............................................4LWE 226 <strong>Michigan</strong> Criminal Law.................................3LWE 227 Criminal Procedures......................................3LWE 228 Police Radar/PBT Operation.........................3PSY 250 Abnormal Psychology orSOC 231 Deviance and Criminal Behavior...................3SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology..............................3Recommended Courses:LWE 195* Police Practicum............................................4* Recommended for students with no police field experience.Program Requirements 65-67Legal AssistantIMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING THE DISCONTINU-ANCE OF <strong>NMC</strong>’S LEGAL ASSISTANT PROGRAM:On July 26, 2010, the <strong>NMC</strong> Board of Trustees approveda plan for the discontinuance of <strong>NMC</strong>’s Legal AssistantProgram. Under this discontinuance plan, some limited PARcourse or credit opportunities will continue to be offeredduring the transition period, so that the program can make itsbest efforts to graduate students who are actively within theprogram and/or to facilitate the transfer of students to otherprograms. It is anticipated that this transition period willcontinue through the spring semester of 2012. Under thisdiscontinuance plan, no new students will be admitted to<strong>NMC</strong>’s Legal Assistant Program.The period of approval of <strong>NMC</strong>’s Legal Assistant Programby the American Bar Association is from August 8, 2005 toAugust 8, 2012, and, in light of this discontinuance plan,<strong>NMC</strong> will not be applying for ABA reapproval of the programbeyond that period. Therefore, as of August of 2012 <strong>NMC</strong>’sLegal Assistant Program will no longer be approved by theABA because approval of the program will be withdrawn bythe ABA in August of 2012. Thus, if you are presently withinthe program and you graduate from <strong>NMC</strong> after August 8,2012, you will not be graduated from an ABA approvedparalegal education program and may not represent yourself ashaving graduated from an ABA approved paralegal educationprogram. If you are actively within the program, you shouldrefer to your catalog of record for the degree requirements andfor information regarding the program outcomes, the tasksthat legal assistants may perform under the supervision of attorneys,and the transfer of courses to <strong>NMC</strong>, and you shouldcontact the program coordinator for academic advising.Manufacturing TechnologyAssociate in Applied Science Degree <strong>NMC</strong> Code 584The Manufacturing Technology program is designed to providea multi-disciplined technical background in fields forwhich <strong>NMC</strong> does not offer a specific degree program. Forinstance, students interested in pursuing careers in MachineTool or Welding may enroll in the Manufacturing Technologyprogram and design a model schedule that emphasizes theirmajor area of interest. The program has the flexibility to matchthe student’s interest with the skills necessary for job entry.Students, with assistance from a counselor, advisor or instructorwill select a major area of technical emphasis. These technicalcourses plus supporting courses from other disciplinescomprise the Manufacturing Technology degree requirements.Each student’s proposed Manufacturing Technology programmust be approved by a committee consisting of the appropriateDepartment Head, the Academic Chair, and the Registrar.The following guidelines apply to the Associate in AppliedScience Degree.General Education Requirements Credits: 17-18Communications: ENG 111 andENG 112 or ENG 220*.................................................7-8Humanities: Any Group 1 course.........................................3Science: Any Group 1 course with a lab...............................4Social Sciences: Any Group 1 course....................................3Mathematics: Placement into MTH 111 orhigher, or completion of MTH 23................................. (4)* Students intending to transfer to another college oruniversity should take ENG 112.Occupational Specialty Requirements 39Electives 7-8Choose any courses from Group 1 and/or Group 2.Program Requirements 64www.nmc.edu83Program Information
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGTo apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.Program InformationMaritimeGreat Lakes Maritime AcademyAssociate in Applied Science Degreew/Bachelor of Science - Business Administrationthrough Ferris State University <strong>NMC</strong> Code 550 / 551The Great Lakes Maritime Academy is more than just a collegeexperience. As <strong>Michigan</strong>’s State Maritime Academy, ourcollege educates and trains the finest Deck and EngineeringOfficers available to the commercial shipping industry.As you learn more about us, you will discover a professionalenvironment based on pride and tradition. The Academy preparesfuture merchant marine officers/business professionalsfor the challenge of operating ships of unlimited tonnage.Our training ship, State of <strong>Michigan</strong>, is utilized daily as afloating classroom and hands on learning environment. Weset sail with our ship at various times throughout the academicyear to reinforce the skills taught shore side. As cadets progressthrough the Academy, they learn our industry first hand bycompleting essential sea time aboard the training ship andcommercial vessels of the Great Lakes and Oceans.The Academy enjoys a unique relationship with our partnerinstitution, Ferris State University. While classes are heldin Traverse City, cadets simultaneously earn their maritimecredentials and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration.It has long been apparent this combination enablesgraduates to better compete for management level positionsin any area of employment. We also offer a core maritimecurriculum for those who enter the Academy with a Bachelor’sDegree. Upon completion of all requirements, cadets areprepared to write the U.S. Coast Guard examination forlicensing as Third Mate Great Lakes and Oceans UnlimitedTonnage and First Class Great Lakes Pilot (Deck Officer), orThird Assistant Engineer, Steam and Motor Vessels of anyHorsepower (Engineering Officer). Graduates are fully compliantwith STCW ’95 (Standards of Training, Certificationand Watchkeeping).Great Lakes Maritime Academy is proud of the quality educationand training we have provided since 1969. Curricularange from seamanship, navigation and piloting to steam anddiesel engineering together with up to 276 days of sea time.Our alumni sail with the fleets of the Great Lakes and Oceanswith many having reached the pinnacle of their professions asMasters and Chief Engineers. With exceptional employmentopportunities and salaries upon graduation, the time is now toconsider a career as a professional mariner. The AdmissionsOffice is open weekdays from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Pleasevisit www.nmc.edu/maritime for additional information.This program is approved by the U.S. Maritime Administration,the U.S. Coast Guard, and the <strong>Michigan</strong> Departmentof Education. A new class begins each year in mid August(Fall semester).Admission RequirementsAdmission to the Great Lakes Maritime Academy requirescandidates meet the following:1. Be at least 17 years of age with a high school diplomaor GED.2. United States Citizen3. Academic placement at Freshman English and Intermediate<strong>College</strong> Algebra level determined by minimum ACTscore of 20, SAT score of 1440, transferrable college creditsor COMPASS placement testing.Acceptance to the Great Lakes Maritime Academy is competitive,with the incoming class of 60 cadets beginning in the fallof each year. Admissions decisions are made without regard toage, sex, martial status, national origin, or ethical/racial background.Applicants may apply at www.nmc.edu/maritime tosubmit online application. An application checklist is provided.If you have questions, please call the Maritime AdmissionsOffice at (231) 995-1200.General Program RequirementsIn addition to <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>/Ferris StateUniversity rules and regulations, Maritime cadets comply withthe rules and regulations specified in the booklet, “MaritimeCadet Rules and Regulations.”Department of Naval ScienceThe Department of Naval Science is staffed by an active dutyNaval officer. The Department offers training designed to acquaintthe cadet with the mutual dependence of the Navy andMerchant Marine in accomplishing their common objectivesthrough the MNS 100 course. Additionally, Merchant MarineReserve Midshipmen will receive Navy professional developmenttraining through the MNS 200 and MNS 250 courses.Graduation RequirementsIn addition to <strong>NMC</strong> graduation requirements, Academycadets must:1. Successfully complete all components of theMaritime program.2. Pass the U.S. Coast Guard license exam in theprogram selected.3. Achieve a 2.0 (76%) grade or higher in all courses.84 www.nmc.edu
To apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCurriculumThe Great Lakes Maritime Academy and <strong>NMC</strong> offer twofour-year programs of study:• Maritime Technology (Deck Officer) - Associate’s Degree;Business Administration - Bachelor’s Degree• Marine Engineering Technology (Engineering Officer)- Associate’s Degree; Business Administration- Bachelor’s DegreeEach program provides the cadet with a background inbusiness administration, mathematics, physical science,humanities and social studies, in addition to the requiredmaritime subjects.Federal regulations require that each cadet obtain up to 276sailing days of practical training as a cadet observer aboardship. Sea time is arranged by the Academy and spread overthe program. In addition to shipboard duties, the cadets arerequired to complete written assignments, sea projects, forevaluation and grading. Great Lakes Maritime reserves theright to revise the program in accord with industry needs andgovernment agency requirements.The following program requirements are for a highschool graduate or a person without transfer credits fromanother institution.Maritime - Deck OfficerGreat Lakes Maritime AcademyAssociate in Applied Science Degreew/Bachelor of Science - Business Administrationthrough Ferris State University <strong>NMC</strong> Code 550General Education Requirements Credits: 23Communications: ENG 111 and ENG 112or ENG 220...................................................................7-8Humanities: Any Group 1 course/FSUHumanities Elective...........................................................3Mathematics: MTH 141 or MTH 132 (FSU)..................3-5Science: PHY 105................................................................4Social Science: ECO 201.....................................................3Maritime Requirements 89ECO 202 Principles of Microeconomics........................3ENV 117 Meteorology & Climatology..........................4MDK 100 Survival at Sea................................................1MDK 104 Rigging and Ship Maintenance Lab...............1MDK 106 Watchstanding I.............................................1MDK 111 Marine Communications...............................2MDK 112 Rules of the Nautical Road............................2MDK 121 Navigation I...................................................3MDK 122 Navigation I Lab............................................1MDK 149 Damage Control & Safety.............................2MDK 200 Ships Business & Labor Relations..................3MDK 204 Marine Supervisory Lab.................................1MDK 206 Watchstanding II...........................................1MDK 210 Sea Project.....................................................6MDK 221MDK 222MDK 224MDK 231MDK 232MDK 233MDK 241MDK 242MDK 244MDK 245MDK 311MDK 312MDK 330MDK 344MDK 346MDK 348MGT 241MKT 201MNG 100MNG 105MNS 100MTH 131Lakes Piloting................................................2River Piloting.................................................3Navigation III................................................3Electronic Navigation....................................3Electronic Navigation Lab..............................1Automatic Radar Plotting Aids......................1Ship Construction.........................................2Ship Stability.................................................3Dry Cargo Stowage........................................3Liquid Cargo Stowage....................................2Sea Project Deck............................................6Sea Project Deck............................................6STCW Elementary First Aid..........................2Cargo Systems...............................................2Bridge Team Management.............................2Pilot/Mate License Prep.................................2Principles of Management..............................3Principles of Marketing..................................3Introduction to Marine Engineering..............1Shipboard Information Systems.....................3Naval Science I..............................................2Intro to Probability & Statistics.....................3Ferris State University Requirements* 30BLAW 301 Legal Environment of Business......................3COMM221 Small Group Decision Making.......................3ENGL 325 Advanced Business Writing............................3BUSN 499 Integrating Experience...................................3PLSC 331 Comparative World Governments.................3INTB 310 International Business Systems.......................3INTB 320 International Logistics....................................3INTB 335 Cross-Cultural Business.................................3MGMT 350 Decision Making Tools..................................3Ferris Cultural Enrichment Elective.....................................3* See www.nmc.edu/maritime for Ferris course descriptions.Program Requirements 145Program Informationwww.nmc.edu85
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGTo apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.Program InformationMaritime - Engineering OfficerGreat Lakes Maritime AcademyAssociate in Applied Science Degreew/Bachelor of Science - Business Administrationthrough Ferris State University <strong>NMC</strong> Code 551General Education Requirements Credits: 23Communications: ENG 111 andENG 112 or ENG 220..................................................7-8Humanities: Any Group 1 course ........................................3Mathematics: MTH 141 or MTH 132 (FSU)..................3-5Science: PHY 105................................................................4Social Science: ECO 201.....................................................3Maritime Requirements 89CHM 101 Introductory Chemistry.................................4ECO 202 Principles of Microeconomics........................3MDK 100 Survival at Sea................................................1MDK 149 Damage Control & Safety.............................2MDK 241 Ship Construction.........................................2MDK 250 Stability for the Engineer...............................1MDK 330 STCW Elementary First Aid..........................2MGT 241 Principles of Management..............................3MGT 251 Human Resources Management.....................3MKT 201 Principles of Marketing..................................3MNG 100 Introduction to Marine Engineering .............1MNG 104 Engine Systems Graphics...............................2MNG 105 Shipboard Information Systems.....................3MNG 110 Engineering Mechanics..................................3MNG 175 Refrigeration..................................................3MNG 210 Diesel Engineering.........................................7MNG 221 Marine Boilers............................................3.5MNG 222 Marine Turbines..........................................2.5MNG 223 Steam Lab......................................................1MNG 234 Electronics Fundamentals..............................4MNG 235 Electric Machines and Controls.....................4MNG 236 Electric Machines and Controls Lab..............2MNG 250 Unloading Systems........................................3MNG 317 Engineering Sea Project I...............................3MNG 318 Engineering Sea Project II..............................6MNG 319 Engineering Sea Project III............................6MNG 355 Watchstanding ..............................................2MNG 366 Engine Room Business...................................2MNG 396 License Preparation Engine............................2MNS 100 Naval Science.................................................2MTH 131 Intro to Probability & Statistics.....................3Ferris State University Requirements* 37BLAW 301 Legal Environment of Business......................3COMM 221 Small Group Decision Making.......................3ENGL 325 Advanced Business Writing............................3BUSN 499 Integrating Experience...................................3PLSC 331 Comparative World Governments.................3INTB 310 International Business Systems.......................3INTB 320 International Logistics....................................3INTB 335 Cross-Cultural Business.................................3MGMT 350 Decision Making Tools..................................3Ferris Cultural Enrichment Elective.....................................6Machining...........................................................................2Welding...............................................................................2* See www.nmc.edu/maritime for Ferris course descriptions.Program Requirements 14986 www.nmc.edu
To apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGMaritime - Power PlantFacilities OperatorGreat Lakes Maritime AcademyAssociate in Applied Science Degree <strong>NMC</strong> Code 554The Power Plant Facilities Operator Program is designed toprepare individuals for the maintenance and power productionindustries such as power plants, hospitals, industrial plants,and manufacturing plants. Operators in such industries read,interpret and adjust meters and gauges to make sure plantequipment and processes are working properly. Some operatechemical-feeding devices, take samples of the water or liquidwaster, perform chemical and biological laboratory analysisand adjust the amount of chemicals such as chlorine in thewater. Some use a variety of instruments to sample and measurewater quality and common hand and power tools to makerepairs. Operators also make repairs to valves, pumps andother equipment. As facilities become more sophisticated andindustry demands more from those individuals who maintainand operate these physical plants, there is a need for intensetechnical training for these positions. Students at the GreatLakes Maritime Academy obtain these goals through courseworkin mathematics, science and occupational courses. Theyalso have hands-on experience through labs and internshipsfor practical training that is beneficial to the application andunderstanding of the career path they have chosen.General Education Requirements Credits: 22-25Communications: ENG 111 and ENG 112or ENG 220..................................................................7-8Humanities: Any Group 1 Course......................................3Mathematics: Completion of MTH 121 andMTH 122 or Placement into MTH 141........................5-7Science: CHM 101 or PHY 105..........................................4Social Science: Any Group 1 Course....................................3Occupational Specialty Requirements 53MGT 241 Principles of Management..............................3MNG 100 Intro to Marine Engineering..........................1MNG 104 Engine Systems Graphics...............................2MNG 105 Shipboard Information Systems.....................3MNG 110 Engineering Mechanics..................................3MNG 175 Refrigeration..................................................3MNG 210 Diesel Engineering.........................................7MNG 221 Marine Boilers............................................3.5MNG 222 Marine Turbines..........................................2.5MNG 223 Steam Lab......................................................1MNG 234 Electronic Fundamentals................................4MNG 235 Electric Machines and Controls.....................4MNG 236 Electric Machines and Controls Lab..............2MNG 250 Unloading Systems........................................3MNG 270 Issues in Power Production............................3MNG 290 Power Systems Internship..............................5Elective Credits....................................................................3Recommended Elective 3MGT 251 Human Resource Management......................3Program Requirements 78-81<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.Program Informationwww.nmc.edu87
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGTo apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.Program InformationNursing - Associate DegreeProgram RequirementsAssociate Degree in Nursing <strong>NMC</strong> Code 302Nursing Students admitted to the nursing program prior to fall2009 must follow the catalog requirements in effect the yearthey began unless they are returning as re-admitted students.The <strong>NMC</strong> Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) offers studentsthe advantage of college-level academic and professionalinstruction in the classroom and clinical areas, and the preparationneeded for employment after graduation. The associatedegree program is a two-year course of study that begins eachfall and spring semesters. All nursing courses in the ADN programmust be completed within five years. Student clinicalexperiences may include assignments at Munson MedicalCenter and a variety of other agencies.These affiliated facilities have the right to accept or reject astudent. This action could result in a student being delayedor unable to complete the nursing program. This decisionmay be made just prior to the clinical rotation.The program is approved by the <strong>Michigan</strong> Board of Nursing.Graduates are eligible to apply for the National CouncilLicensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) for licensing as aregistered nurse.Admission RequirementsEnrollment in any Nursing (HNR) course requires admissionto the nursing program OR approval of the nursing departmentdirector. HNR 100 may be taken ahead of programadmission if course prerequisites are met. Consideration foradmission is on a “rolling” basis and requires satisfactory completionof program prerequisites. Space in the nursing programis limited. Completion of prerequisites does not guaranteeadmission to the nursing program. Should qualified applicantsexceed space available, competitive admission criteria may apply.Submit completed applications to the Admissions Office.The following are required for application:1. *A 2.5 college GPA.2. *A 2.0 grade or above in each of the following prerequisitecourses and/or demonstrated competency or equivalentcollege course transfer:• English Composition (ENG 111)• Introduction to Psychology (PSY 101)• Introductory Chemistry (CHM 101) or equivalentcollege chemistry course with a 2.0 GPA or above withinten years of program entry. Students with a year of highschool chemistry (with a combined GPA of 2.5 or above)or college chemistry older than 10 years may waive theCHM 101 requirement by passing the Chemistrycompetency examination.3. *Human Anatomy and Physiology I (BIO 227), with a 2.5GPA, within five years of program entry.4. Human Anatomy and Physiology II (BIO 228), with a 2.5GPA, within five years of program entry.5. *COMPASS Test Scores:• Math-66 or above in Algebra• COMPASS students must place into MTH 121-<strong>College</strong>Algebra. If not, students must take MTH 111-IntermediateAlgebra (or equivalent course work) within fiveyears of program entry.6. *ACT Test Scores:• ACT of 24 in math within five years of program entry.• ACT of 19 in reading and writing, (or equivalent coursework) within five years of program entry.* Eligible for wait list once these prerequisites are completed.Recommended courses to take prior to NursingProgram Admission• BIO 240 Normal and Clinical Nutrition• CIT 122A Computer and Internet Basics I (competencytest available)• PHL 202 Contemporary Ethical Dilemmas• ENG 112 English Composition• HPD 110 Basic Life Support for Health Care Workers(CPR) Equivalent classes are: American Red Cross ProfessionalRescuer or AHA Health Care Provider. Current CPRcertification must be documented by the start of the firstclinical day, and maintained throughout the program.General Information• A physical examination and completion of the Certificateof Health documenting good mental and physical health isrequired prior to clinical course work.• Criminal Background Checks are now required on all studentsentering the Associate Degree of Nursing and thePractical Nursing programs at <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong><strong>College</strong>. This is due to the change in legislation that requiresCriminal Background Checks be completed for certain health care institutions. The background check will berequired by <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> upon admissionto the program and prior to the beginning of the first course.The costs associated with this background check will bethe sole responsibility of the nursing student. Please visitwww.nmc.edu/healthoccupations/nursing/cbcinfofor more detailed information on the Criminal BackgroundChecks.• The Board of Nursing may deny a license for a previousfelony conviction, previous treatment for drug or alcoholabuse or after finding the existence of one or more groundsfor board action listed in 333.16221 of the Public HealthCode, Act 368 of 1978.• The clinical facilities have the right to accept or reject astudent. This action could result in a student being delayedor unable to complete the nursing program. This decisionmay be made just prior to the clinical rotation.• Nursing program tuition is charged by the contact hour.General Education Requirements Credits: 25-27Communications: ENG 111 and ENG 112........................8Humanities: PHL 202.........................................................3Mathematics: Placement into MTH 121 or higher, orcompletion of MTH 111*.............................................. (4)Science: BIO 227, BIO 228**, BIO 240............................13Social Sciences: PSY 101......................................................388 www.nmc.edu
To apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOG* These credits do not count toward degree requirements.**For an equivalent transfer of BIO 227 and BIO 228 fromanother institution, students must have completed a full yearof Anatomy and Physiology, and one semester of Microbiologywith a 2.5 grade or higher within five years of program entry.Nursing Specialty Requirements Credits: 45CIT 122A Computers and Internet Basics**(compentency test available)....................... (1)HAH 100C Informatics Essentials.....................................1HNR 100 Introduction to Nursing................................1HNR 101 Fundamentals of Nursing-Lecture..................4HNR 102 Fundamentals of Nursing-Clinical.................4HNR 108 Pharmacology................................................3HNR 125 Nursing Across the Lifespan-Lecture..............5HNR 126 Nursing Across the Lifespan-Clinical.............5HNR 241 Adv. Maternal Child Nursing-Lecture............3HNR 242 Adv. Maternal Child Nursing-Clinical...........2HNR 247 Nrsg Mgmt of Complex Patients I-Lecture....3HNR 248 Nrsg Mgmt of Complex Patients I-Clinical....4HNR 251 Mental Health Nursing-Lecture.....................2HNR 252 Mental Health Nursing-Clinical....................1HNR 261 Nrsg Mgmt of Complex Patients II-Lecture...3HNR 262 Nrsg Mgmt of Complex Patients II-Clinical..4HPD 110 Basic Life Support forHealth Care Providers*, **....................... (0.5)* Equivalent classes are: American Red Cross ProfessionalRescuer or AHA Health Care Provider**These credits do not count toward degree requirements.Note: A 2.0 grade or higher is required in HAH 100C andall Nursing (HNR) courses. A minimum of 72 credits arerequired to receive the Associate Degree in Nursing. AnyHNR course failure counts as a program fail and requiresreadmission. A second course failure is a program dismissal.Program Requirements 72Nursing - ADN CompletionProgramCompletion Program for Licensed <strong>NMC</strong> Code 302Practical NursesCompleted your LPN and ready to take the next step?<strong>NMC</strong>’s associate degree in nursing completion program forLPNs allows those with current clinical work experience inacute or extended care or who have graduated within threeyears to complete the nursing course work in two semesters.<strong>NMC</strong>’s program is approved by the <strong>Michigan</strong> Board ofNursing. Graduates are eligible to apply for the NationalCouncil Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) for licensingas a registered nurse.The ADN-Completion Program for Licensed Practical Nursesis designed to expand upon the previous education of theLPN. Upon completion of all non-nursing required coursework, the LPN who has current clinical work experience inacute or extended care or who has graduated within the pastthree years can complete the nursing course work in twosemesters. The technology and patient acuity in the agenciesutilized for clinical course work have changed greatly in recentyears. Recent experience in these settings is important to thesuccess of students pursuing this course work.Student clinical experiences may include assignments atMunson Medical Center and a variety of other agencies.The program is approved by the <strong>Michigan</strong> Board of Nursing.Graduates are eligible to apply for National Council LicensureExamination (NCLEX-RN) for licensing as a registered nurse.<strong>NMC</strong> utilizes hospital and non-hospital based clinical sites tomeet the requirements for completion of the program.These affiliated facilities have the right to accept or reject astudent. This action could result in a student being delayed orunable to complete the nursing program. This decision may bemade just prior to the clinical rotation.Program InformationOnline Nursing Option<strong>NMC</strong> admits students to an online version of its traditionalnursing curriculum each fall. This option is intended forfull-time ADN students. It provides all of the nursing theoryof academic classes available in an online format. It will still requireattendance in person for the lab and clinical courses. Thelabs and clinical courses are generally scheduled in the TraverseCity area and will require 2-3 days per week of attendance.Once you begin the online option, the college will ensure thatthe online courses will be available until you complete theprogram as long as the full-time model schedule is followed.If you need to change from full-time plan or your studies getout of sequence for any reason, you will need to move intothe traditional program.Admission RequirementsEnrollment in any Nursing (HNR) course requires admissionto the nursing program and/or approval of the nursing departmentdirector. Consideration for admission is on a rollingbasis and requires satisfactory completion of program prerequisites.Space in the program is limited. Completion of prerequisitesdoes not guarantee admission to the nursing program.Should qualified applicants exceed space available, competitiveadmission criteria may apply. Completed applications must besubmitted to the Admissions Office.The following are required for application:1. Current <strong>Michigan</strong> LPN license.2. Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing Programwith evidence of an official transcript with an overall GPAof 2.0 or above. Applicants must have work experience inthe field of nursing or clinical coursework within the lastthree (3) years. Applicants who do not meet the workexperience criteria will be required to complete the firstyear nationally normed nursing exam with a minimumcompetency as identified by the testing service beforewww.nmc.edu89
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGTo apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.Program Informationprogressing in the program. If this minimum competencyis not achieved, HNR 126 will be required. Additionalassessments may be used to determine course placement.3. CHM 101 or equivalent college chemistry course at 2.0GPA or higher within ten years of program entry. Studentswith a year of high school chemistry (with a combinedgrade of 2.5 or above) or college chemistry older than tenyears may waive the CHM 101 requirement by passingthe Chemistry competency examination.4. COMPASS Test scores: Math-66 or above in Algebra (orequivalent course work) within five years of program entry.Students must place into MTH 121-<strong>College</strong> Algebra. Ifnot, students must take MTH 111-Intermediate Algebra.5. Completion of all General Education Requirements, asidentified on the following pages, with an overall GPA of2.0 or above. In addition to the overall GPA requirement,a minimum of 2.5 or higher in BIO 227 and BIO 228(BIO 227 and BIO 228 within five years of programentry), a minimum grade of 2.0 is required in ENG 111and PSY 101.General Information• A physical examination and completion of the Certificateof Health documenting good mental and physical healthis required prior to clinical course work.• Criminal Background Checks are now required on all studentsentering the Associate Degree of Nursing and thePractical Nursing programs at <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong><strong>College</strong>. This is due to the change in legislation that requiresCriminal Background Checks be completed for certainhealth care institutions. The background check will berequired by <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> upon admissionto the program and prior to the beginning of the first course.The costs associated with this background check will bethe sole responsibility of the nursing student. Please visitwww.nmc.edu/healthoccupations/nursing/cbcinfo fordetailed information on the Criminal Background Checks.• The Board of Nursing may deny a license for a previousfelony conviction, previous treatment for drug or alcoholabuse or after finding the existence of one or more groundsfor board action listed in 333.16221 of the Public HealthCode, Act 368 of 1978.• The clinical facilities have the right to accept or reject astudent. This action could result in a student being delayedor unable to complete the nursing program. This decisionmay be made just prior to the clinical rotation.• Nursing program tuition is charged by the contact hour.General Education Requirements Credits: 25-27Communications: ENG 111 (2.0 or higher)and ENG 112.....................................................................8Humanities: PHL 202.........................................................3Mathematics: COMPASS Placement into MTH 121 orhigher, or completion of MTH 111*.............................. (4)Science: BIO 227, 228**, 240............................................13Social Sciences: PSY 101......................................................3* These credits do not count toward degree requirements.**For an equivalent transfer of BIO 227 and BIO 228 fromanother institution, students must have completed a full year90 www.nmc.eduof Anatomy and Physiology, and one semester of Microbiologywith a 2.5 grade or higher within five years of program entry.Nursing Specialty Requirements Credits: 45Level One Nursing Coursework ........................................23Note: Credit for the practical nursing level course work (HNR100-145) must be established prior to admission to the program.At least 22 nursing credits must be established through <strong>NMC</strong>course completion or transfer equivalences to meet the programrequirements. Additional course work may be required and willbe arranged by the Nursing Director if needed.CIT 122A Computers and Internet Basics(competency test available)......................... (1)HAH 100C Informatics Essentials.....................................1HNR 241 Adv. Maternal Child Nursing-Lecture............3HNR 242 Adv. Maternal Child Nursing-Clinical...........2HNR 247 Nursing Management of ComplexPatients I-Lecture...........................................3HNR 248 Nursing Management of ComplexPatients I-Clinical..........................................4HNR 251 Mental Health Nursing-Lecture.....................2HNR 252 Mental Health Nursing-Clinical....................1HNR 261 Nursing Management of ComplexPatients II-Lecture.........................................3HNR 262 Nursing Management of ComplexHPD 110Patients II-Clinical.........................................4Basic Life Support forHealth Care Providers*............................ (0.5)* Equivalent classes are: American Red Cross ProfessionalRescuer or AHA Health Care ProviderNote: A 2.0 grade or higher is required in HAH 100C andall Nursing (HNR) courses. A minimum of 70-72 credits arerequired to receive the Associate Degree in Nursing.Program Requirements 70-72Nursing - PracticalCertificate of Achievement (Level II) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 010Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) care for the sick, injured,convalescent and disabled under the direction of physiciansand registered nurses. <strong>NMC</strong>’s PN program can be completedin two semesters after pre-requisite courses are completed.The program is approved by the <strong>Michigan</strong> Board of Nursing.Graduates are eligible to apply for the National CouncilLicensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) for licensing as apractical nurse.<strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>’s Practical Nursing Program isa two-semester certificate program after prerequisites are met.It is designed to give the student basic health care providerskills which will enable them to become eligible to take theNational Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN). Aftersuccessfully completing the NCLEX-PN exam, students areable to enter the work force in various healthcare settings.License Practical Nurses often work in offices, long-term careand home health care facilities. All nursing courses must becompleted within five years.
To apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGThe program is approved by the <strong>Michigan</strong> Board of Nursing.Graduates of this program are eligible to apply for the NationalCouncil Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) for licensingas a Practical Nurse.Admission RequirementsEnrollment in any Nursing (HNR) course requires admissionto the nursing program OR approval of the NursingProgram Director. HNR 100 may be taken ahead of programadmission if course prerequisites are met and space available.Consideration for admission is on a rolling basis and requiressatisfactory completion of all program prerequisites. Space inthe program is limited. Completion of prerequisites does notguarantee admission to the Nursing Program.Should qualified applicants exceed space available, competitiveadmission criteria may apply. Completed applications must besubmitted to the <strong>College</strong> Admission Office.The following are required for application:1. *2.0 college GPA for Nursing program prerequisite courses.2. *COMPASS test scores: Reading-82 or above, Writing-70or above, Math-66 on Algebra (or equivalent coursework)within five years of program entry. Students must placeinto MTH 121-<strong>College</strong> Algebra. If not, students musttake MTH 111-Intermediate Algebra, OR have an ACTscore of 19 for reading and writing, and math ACT of24. (Reading and writing COMPASS scores are requiredfor students who do not transfer equivalent courses)3. Courses required for admission consideration.• *CHM 101 competency or equivalent college chemistrycourse at a 2.0 or higher within ten years of programentry. Students with a year of high school chemistry(with a combined grade of 2.5 or above) or with collegechemistry older than 10 years, may waive the CHM 101requirement by passing the Chemistry competency exam.• *BIO 227-Anatomy and Physiology I - 2.5 GPA required.Must be taken within five years of programentry. If not, students may retake BIO 227 and BIO 228or successfully complete a competency exam. BIO 227has specific prerequisites that may require additionalcoursework.• BIO 228-Anatomy and Physiology II with a 2.5GPA required.• For an equivalent transfer of BIO 227 and BIO 228from another institution, students must have completeda full year of Anatomy and Physiology, and one semesterof Microbiology with a 2.5 grade or higher within fiveyears of program entry.4. Courses recommended to be completed prior to startingthe PN program.• BIO 240-Normal and Clinical Nutrition• CIT 122A-Computer and Internet Basics (competencytest available)• HPD 110-BLS for Health Care Providers* Eligible for wait list once these prerequisites are completed.General Information• A physical examination and completion of the Certificateof Health documenting good mental and physical healthis required prior to clinical course work.• Criminal Background Checks are now required on allstudents entering the Associate Degree of Nursing andthe Practical Nursing programs at <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong><strong>College</strong>. This is due to the change in legislation that requiresCriminal Background Checks be completed forcertain health care institutions. The background checkwill be required by <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> uponadmission to the program and prior to the beginning ofthe first course. The costs associated with this backgroundcheck will be the sole responsibility of the nursing student.Visit www.nmc.edu/healthoccupations/nursing/cbcinfofor detailed information on Criminal Background Checks.• The Board of Nursing may deny a license for a previousfelony conviction, previous treatment for drug or alcoholabuse or after finding the existence of one or more groundsfor board action listed in 333.16221 of the Public HealthCode, Act 368 of 1978.• The clinical facilities have the right to accept or reject astudent. This action could result in a student being delayedor unable to complete the nursing program. This decisionmay be made just prior to the clinical rotation.• Nursing program tuition is charged by the contact hour.Certificate Requirements Credits: 37BIO 227 Human Anatomy & Physiology I with Lab....5BIO 228 Human Anatomy & Physiology II with Lab..5BIO 240 Normal and Clinical Nutrition......................3CIT 122A Computers and Internet Basics(competency test available)..................................... (1)HNR 100 Introduction to Nursing................................1HNR 101 Fundamentals of Nursing-Lecture..................4HNR 102 Fundamentals of Nursing-Clinical.................4HNR 108 Pharmacology................................................3HNR 125 Nursing Across the Lifespan-Lecture..............5HNR 126 Nursing Across the Lifespan-Clinical.............5HNR 145 Practical Nursing Role & Issues.....................1HAH 100C Informatics Essentials.....................................1HPD 110 Basic Life Support forHealth Care Providers*............................ (0.5)* Equivalent classes are: American Red Cross ProfessionalRescuer or AHA Health Care ProviderNote: A 2.0 grade or higher is required in HAH 100Cand all Nursing (HNR) courses.<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.Program Informationwww.nmc.edu91
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGTo apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.Program InformationPlant ScienceAssociate in Applied Science DegreeFruit Production............................................... <strong>NMC</strong> Code 581Landscape & Nursery....................................... <strong>NMC</strong> Code 582Turfgrass Management...................................... <strong>NMC</strong> Code 583Viticulture ........................................................ <strong>NMC</strong> Code 580<strong>NMC</strong> and MSU offer a joint program that can lead to anAssociate in applied Science degree in the areas of Viticulture,Commercial Horticultural Operations, Landscape andNursery, or Commercial Turfgrass Operations through <strong>NMC</strong>.Students dual enroll with <strong>NMC</strong> and MSU North at theUniversity Center. After completing a minimum of 48 hoursin the program, a certificate is awarded from the MSU, Instituteof Agricultural Technology. Upon meeting the programrequirements for the ASA, student may transfer to the MSUEast Lansing Campus as a junior to complete a Bachelor ofScience degree. AAS Degree is awarded upon completion ofMSU certificate and the following additional <strong>NMC</strong> courses.See your MSU advisor prior to enrolling each semester.General Education Requirements Credits: 18-19Communications: ENG 111 and ENG 112........................8Humanities: Any Group 1 course,(HST 111 or HST 112 are recommended).....................3-4Mathematics: Placement into MTH 111 or higher,or completion of MTH 23* (see advisor)....................... (4)Science: BIO 108.................................................................4Social Science: ECO 201 or ECO 202 ................................3* These credits do not count toward degree requirements.Occupational Specialty Requirements 20-22CHM 101 Introductory Chemistry (CHM 150 GeneralChemistry required if students elect to pursue aBachelor’s degree)..............................................................4CIT 100 Computer in Business-An Intro (or equivalent)....3Electives (see program coordinator forappropriate selection).................................................13-15Note: A min. of 24 of the 64 credits must be completed at <strong>NMC</strong>.MSU North/University Center Requirements 28-30AT 293 Professional Internship in Ag Technology.......3PLP 210 Plant Diseases and Pathogens.........................3ENT 110 Applied Entomology......................................3CSS 210 Fund. of Soils & Landscape Science...............3HRT 213 Landscape Maintenance.................................2HRT 215 Landscape Industry Seminar..........................1HRT 218 Landscape Irrigation......................................3Commercial Turfgrass Operations core & electives or........12Commercial Horticulture Operations core & electives or..10Landscape and Nursery core and electives..........................12* See program coordinator to assure core and electiverequirements are met.Program Requirements 66-71MSU Transfer Students: Students wishing to transfer toMSU as juniors must meet with an MSU and an <strong>NMC</strong>academic advisor during their first semester to alter generaleducation courses to meet MSU requirements.92 www.nmc.eduRespiratory Therapy - RTAssociate in Applied Science Degree throughMuskegon Community <strong>College</strong> <strong>NMC</strong> Code 712<strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> is a partner with MuskegonCommunity <strong>College</strong> and Munson Medical Center to offer acollaborative program leading to an Associate in Applied ScienceDegree. All liberal arts and science courses can be takenthrough <strong>NMC</strong>. All didactic respiratory classes will be offeredat Munson Medical Center via live interactive television fromMuskegon Community <strong>College</strong>. Most clinical courses can becompleted at Munson Medical Center. This program is fullyaccredited by the Joint Review Committee for RespiratoryTherapy Education.The respiratory therapy program begins each fall semester.Enrollment in the program is based on the student meetingthe following criteria: overall GPA of 2.0 and proficiency testingin Beginning Algebra and successful completion of ENG111. Depending on placement test results and high schooland/or college transcript evaluation, some prereq-uisite classesmay be required. Class sizes generally begin with 8 students inthe Munson interactive classroom.After completing more than two years of instruction, thetherapist student receives the Associate in Applied ScienceDegree (AAS) from Muskegon Community <strong>College</strong>. Thestudent must pass the advanced practical examination givenby the National Board for Respiratory Therapy in order toreceive credentials.Admission RequirementsEnrollment in any Respiratory Therapy (RT) course requiresadmission to the Respiratory Therapy program. Considerationfor admission requires satisfactory completion of programprerequisites and admission to both Muskegon Community<strong>College</strong> and the Respiratory Therapy program. Space in theRespiratory Therapy program is limited. Completion of prerequisitesdoes not guarantee admission to the RespiratoryTherapy program. Students interested in pursuing a degree inTraverse City for Respiratory Therapy from Muskegon Community<strong>College</strong> would follow these guidelines for applicationto and registration in the program.1. Submit an application to <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>.Applications are available at www.nmc.edu/admissionsor at the Admissions Office (231) 995-1054.2. Meet with an <strong>NMC</strong> counselor or Health OccupationsRespiratory Therapy Advisor to complete your educationaldevelopment plan for completing your degree.3. Complete the basic criteria for admissions to the RespiratoryTherapy program including: overall GPA of 2.0 andproficiency testing in Beginning Algebra and successfulcompletion of ENG 111.4. Apply for Admission to Muskegon Community<strong>College</strong> and the Respiratory Therapy Program atwww.muskegon.cc.mi.us/pages/894.asp or applicationsare also available by calling (231) 995-1235.
To apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGTechnical ManagementAdministrationAssociate in Applied Science Degree <strong>NMC</strong> Code 573Adding technical training to a business background has longbeen recognized as a powerful combination in the job market.Technicians often work with non-technical personnel such asaccountants, managers, and data processors.In order to obtain this successful combination of technical andbusiness skills, students who have earned an Associate in AppliedScience degree in a technical program may earn a secondAAS degree in Technical Management Administration bycompleting 32 additional credits with a business emphasis.Please note: This program is available only to students whohave already completed an associate degree program in a technicalarea (Technical, Health, and Visual Communicationsprograms). This program is not available to the student whosefirst degree is from a Business program.Previous Technical focused AAS degree Credits: 64Occupational Specialty Requirements 32ACC 121 Accounting Principles I..................................4ACC 122 Accounting Principles II................................4BUS 101 Introduction of Business................................3BUS 231 Professional Communications........................3BUS 261 Business Law I...............................................3CIT 100 Computers in Business-An Intro....................3MGT 241 Principles of Management..............................3MGT 251 Human Resource Management......................3MKT 201 Principles of Marketing..................................3Any Business Course............................................................3Visual CommunicationsAssociate in Applied Science Degree <strong>NMC</strong> Code 351This program is oriented to careers in advertising design andgraphic design. Employment opportunities include entry-levelpositions in newspapers, publishing and printing firms, retailfirms, manufacturers, advertising agencies and local freelancework. Students are encouraged to transfer to four-year collegesor universities to earn a bachelor’s degree if they plan to seekhigher level positions. Emphasis is placed on learning marketablejob skills, process, problem-solving techniques, andportfolio preparation. Students explore a full range of skills:drawing, lettering, layout, computer illustration techniques,team-work, new media and design. Students who transfer to afour-year art and design college should complete the Associatein Science and Arts degree requirements.General Education Requirements Credits: 19Communications: ENG 111 and ENG 112........................8Humanities: ART 111 or ART 112 (preferred)....................4Mathematics: Placement into MTH 111 or higher,or completion of MTH 23*........................................... (4)Science: Any Group 1 course with a lab ..............................4Social Sciences: Any Group 1 course ...................................3* These credits do not count toward degree requirements.Occupational Specialty Requirements 45ART 121 Drawing I......................................................3ART 122 Drawing II.....................................................3ART 131 2-D Design....................................................3ART 132 3-D Design....................................................3ART 171 Photography..................................................3VCA 100 Materials and Techniques...............................3VCA 123 Photoshop I...................................................2VCA 125 Typography I.................................................3VCA 126 Typography II................................................3VCA 150 Digital Graphic Design..................................4VCA 200 Visual Communications II.............................3VCA 220 Visual Communications III...........................3VCA 225 Visual Communications Studio.....................3VCA 230 Visual Communications V.............................3VCA 235 Visual Communications Portfolio..................3Program Requirements 64Visual Communications -Creative Managementin Art DirectionAssociate in Applied Science Degree <strong>NMC</strong> Code 251This Visual Communications program is designed for studentswho have completed the VCA Associate in Applied Sciencedegree and have the desire to work locally or do not wish totransfer to a four-year BFA or university program. This degreefocuses on a tailored set of courses from other disciplines thatexpose the student to marketing, copywriting, small businessmanagement, new media, digital photography and other skillsthat will aid them in breaking into the work force. A requiredsummer internship with a local marketing/design/advertisingfirm is a key part of this program.Previous Visual Communications AAS degree 64General Education Requirements Credits: 32ART 175 Digital Photography orART 181 Printmaking I................................................3ART 213 Modern Art History.......................................3ENG 221 Creative Writing orENG 222 Advanced Creative Writing............................3COM 111 Public Speaking orCOM 201 Mass Communication and Culture................4ENG 220 Technical Writing..........................................3MKT 201 Principles of Marketing orMKT 210 Principles of Selling........................................3VCA 147 Web Design...................................................3VCA 146 Interactive Animation....................................3VCA 250 Time Based Media I.......................................3VCA 290 Visual Communications Internship...............4www.nmc.edu93Program Information
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGTo apply, use the three-digit <strong>NMC</strong> Code on your admissions application.Program InformationWelding TechnologyCertificate of Achievement (Level II) <strong>NMC</strong> Code 016The Welding Technology courses are designed to meet theneeds of the beginning welding students as well as the needsof people who are upgrading their welding skills. Studentswill develop their skills in this area through laboratory experienceusing equipment representative of the welding industry.Welding classes can prepare students to be a certified welder,provide a certificate in Welding Technology, or an Associatein Applied Science degree through the Manufacturing Technologyprogram. The welding curriculum includes Oxyacetylene,Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas MetalArc Welding (GMAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding(GTAW), on both ferrous and nonferrous materials.Certificate Requirements 34DD 101 Print Reading and Sketching..........................3DD 110 Basic Metallurgy............................................2MFG 111 Math for Manufacturing................................3MFG 113 Machining I...................................................3MFG 114 Machining II.................................................3WPT 110 Oxy-Fuel Processes.........................................3WPT 120 GTAW (TIG) Welding I................................2WPT 121 GTAW (TIG) Welding II...............................2WPT 130 SMAW (Arc) Welding I.................................3WPT 131 SMAW (Arc) Welding II................................2WPT 140 GMAW (MIG) Welding I..............................2WPT 141 GMAW (MIG) Welding II............................2WPT 142 Flux Cored Arc Welding................................2WPT 160 Welding Qualification Prep............................2<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.94 www.nmc.edu
<strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>2011 - 2013 <strong>Catalog</strong>Course Descriptionswww.nmc.edu95
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse Prefixes by Academic AreaCourse DescriptionsAviationAVF Aviation FlightAVG Aviation GroundBridgeBPC Bridge CoursesBusinessACC AccountingBPD Business Professional DevelopmentBUS Business AdministrationCIT Computer Information TechnologyCUL Culinary ArtsMGT ManagementMKT MarketingPAR Legal AssistantCommunicationsCOM CommunicationsENG EnglishMLA Modern Language–American Sign LanguageMLF Modern Language–FrenchMLS Modern Language–SpanishTHR TheaterConstruction TechnologyCAR Carpentry TechnologyCMT Construction ManagementEET Electronical/Electronics TechnologyEGY Renewable EnergyELE Electrical TechnologyHVA HVAC/R TechnologyPLU Plumbing TechnologyHealth OccupationsHAH Allied HealthHDA Dental AssistantHNR NursingHPD Health Professional DevelopmentMaritimeMDK Maritime-DeckMNG Maritime-EngineeringMNS Naval SciencePhysical EducationHF Health and FitnessOUT Outdoor PursuitsPE Physical EducationScience and MathematicsAST AstronomyBIO BiologyCHM ChemistryEGR EngineeringENV Environmental ScienceMTH MathematicsPHY PhysicsSocial SciencesANT AnthropologyCD Child DevelopmentCJ Criminal JusticeECO EconomicsEDU EducationGEO GeographyLWE Law EnforcementPLS Political SciencePSY PsychologySOC SociologySWK Social WorkTechnicalAT AutomotiveDD Drafting and DesignMFG Manufacturing TechnologyWPT Welding Process TechnologyHumanitiesART ArtDNC DanceHST HistoryHUM HumanitiesMUS MusicPHL PhilosophyVCA Visual Communications96 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGReading a Course DescriptionThe semester credit hours followed by (contact hours) are listedon the first line of the course description. Student tuitionis based on the course contact hour. At the end of the descriptionthe course is identified by group number. See graduationrequirements on page 52.In addition to the courses listed in this section, each instructionalarea within <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> may offerthe following three courses:290A-E Academic InternshipsAn internship is a method of earning college credit in a supervisedfield experience. It is an opportunity for students whowant to explore career or interest areas, apply classroom theoryto a real situation, and gain practical experience for resumebuilding. Service Learning Internships specifically provide anopportunity to earn credits while giving some of your talentsto the community as a volunteer. All internships can be arrangedin all liberal and occupational studies areas for one tofour hours of elective credit. A maximum of four credits willcount toward associate degree requirements. Group 2 course.291 Special TopicsSeminars, lectures, etc. on a selected topic within a field aresometimes offered as special courses. Students may enroll inmore than one Special Topics offering but not all four-yearschools accept special topics credits. Group 2 course.297 Independent StudyThis option provides an opportunity for a student with agood scholastic record to pursue independently the study of asubject under the guidance of an instructor. This option maybe arranged for one, two or three credits. This option may berepeated for <strong>NMC</strong> credit but not all four-year schools acceptindependent study credits. Group 2 course.<strong>NMC</strong> Course DescriptionsACCAccountingACC 121 Accounting Principles I.......................... 4.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): MTH 23 or placement into MTH 111Recommended prerequisite(s): BUS 105This course covers basic principles and procedures in accountingfor both a service and merchandising business. It includesthe accounting cycle, financial statement preparation, manualaccounting systems, petty cash, bank reconciliations, receivables,inventories, and payroll. Group 2 course.ACC 122 Accounting Principles II......................... 4.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ACC 121Second semester accounting continues with plant assets andrelated expenses, partnerships, corporations, bonds, cash flowstatements, and statement analysis. Group 2 course.ACC 221 Intermediate Accounting I..................... 4.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ACC 122A detailed analysis of the content of financial statements coveringproblems related to assets, liabilities, corporate capital,working capital, and various analytical processes used to interpretfinancial reports. The first semester begins with a briefreview of the fundamental accounting process. Spreadsheetswill be used. Group 2 course.ACC 222 Intermediate Accounting II.................... 4.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ACC 122A detailed analysis of the content of financial statementscovering problems related to assets, liabilities, corporate capital,working capital, and various analytical processes used tointerpret financial reports. Group 2 course.ACC 225 Cost/Management Accounting............. 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ACC 121Recommended prerequisite(s): ACC 122, MTH 111This course introduces the basic concepts and terminologyof managerial cost accounting, its nature and tasks. Both joborder cost systems and process cost systems are analyzed. Thestudent begins building a knowledge base for managerial costaccounting through the analysis of the theory and practicalapplications of 1) cost-volume-profit, 2) job costing, 3) budgetsand standard costing, and 4) study of internal controlsystems in a manufacturing setting. Group 2 course.ACC 290 Accounting Internship............................ 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): 12 semester credits of accounting inaddition to a spreadsheet course. This internship requires the approvalof accounting instructor, a GPA of 3.0 in accounting anda minimum of eight hours per week.The accounting work experience is an elective of the two-yearAssociate in Applied Science degree in Accounting. The purposeof this work experience course is to provide an opportunityfor students to acquire accounting work experience, toapply their skills in a real work setting, and to build ties withthe business/professional community. Students spend 10 hoursper week in this paid or non-paid, supervised on-the-job trainingexperience. In addition to the required 150 hours in anaccounting site, students participate in semi-monthly seminars.Students must apply one month prior to the semesterin which they will complete the internship.Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsFor course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.97
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGANTAnthropologyARTArt/Fine ArtsANT 102 Underwater Archaeology....................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): ENG 99 or placement intoENG 11/111This course will provide students with an introduction totheory, method, technologies, and practice in underwaterarchaeology, with case studies of prehistoric and historical sitesworldwide, including the <strong>Michigan</strong> Great Lakes. Course contentwill draw primarily from anthropology and the appliedsocial sciences. This is a lecture-based course with field tripsto coastal sites in northern <strong>Michigan</strong>. No diving is required.Group 2 course.ANT 113 Intro to Cultural Anthropology............... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 99 or placement intoENG 11/111The study of the role of society and culture in humankind’sadaptation to a variety of environments is the focus of thiscourse. A variety of cultures are studied, utilizing cross-culturalcomparisons. Among topics considered are field methods,theories of cultural evolution, the family, kinship, economics,religion, political organization and language. Group 1 course.ART 100 Art Appreciation...................................... 3.0 (3)This course prepares the student to make sense of the visualarts, with the emphasis on the process of evaluating meaningand value. The student is exposed to the various media andforms with which the artist works. In addition, the student isgiven a brief overview of the history of art from classical to thepresent. Group 1 course.ART 111 History of Western Art I.......................... 4.0 (4)This course will introduce major trends of Western Art fromPre-History through Greece, Rome and the Middle Ages Significantworks of painting, sculpture and architecture will bepresented within the social, political and cultural contextof each period. Group 1 course.ART 112 History of Western Art II......................... 4.0 (4)This course is designed to introduce major trends in WesternArt from the Renaissance through Modernism to the present.Significant works of painting, sculpture and architecture willbe presented within the social, political and cultural contextof each period. Group 1 course.Course DescriptionsANT 201 Nautical Archaeology I........................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 99 or placement intoENG 11/111Recommended prerequisite: ANT 102This is an entry level course to the Nautical ArchaeologySociety Training Program and is aimed at introducing nauticalarchaeology to divers and non-divers, and promoting theirinterest in the subject. It provides a broad based view of thesubject. Course content will draw primarily from archaeology,anthropology, and the applied social or behavioral sciences.The curriculum will be presented in the classroom and in anopen water setting (or foreshore site for non divers) in thefield. Group 2 course.ANT 202 Nautical Archaeology II.......................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): ANT 201The NAS Part II is a field archaeology course that allowsstudents the opportunity to practice the skills they learned inNAS Part I . Students will attend two archaeological conferences,and will design and execute underwater archaeologyprojects. Students may also participate in larger projects withinthe Grand Traverse Bay Underwater Preserve. Foreshore projectswill be developed for non divers. The course will be offeredthroughout the summer term on a flexible time scheduleand is based on individual availability and weather conditions.Group 2 course.<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.ART 121 Drawing I................................................. 3.0 (4)Drawing I introduces the students to basic drawing skillsand techniques through the use of line, form, composition,perspective and the use of chiaroscuro. The course emphasis ison using drawing as a vehicle for seeing and communicating.Students will learn to judge proportion, create volume, depictthe illusion of space and to analyze and evaluate their ownwork as well as others. Black and white dry medium will beused for all assignments. Group 2 course.ART 122 Drawing II................................................ 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ART 121Course will explore advanced methods in drawing includingfreehand perspective and conceptualizing of compositionswith an emphasis on the use of new media and developinga personal style. Use of color media and theory will also beexplored in this course. Assignments will include still lifesand object studies designed by both the instructor and thestudents. Group 2 course.ART 131 2-D Design............................................... 3.0 (4)Course will study the concepts and theory of two-dimensionaldesign, pattern, and color as they apply to visual perceptionand communication. Students will study visual structure, colorand their application. Group 2 course.ART 132 3-D Design............................................... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ART 131 or permission of department;may also be taken as a co-requisite.An introduction to the elements of construction and productionof three-dimensional design. Shape, volume, mass, andinteraction of forms and colors will be studied within a varietyof conceptual models, e.g. architecture, sculpture, packagedesign, display, etc. Group 2 course.98 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGART 151 Ceramics I............................................... 3.0 (4)This is an introductory course consisting of instruction anddevelopment of hand-building skills and basic ceramic design.Students prove critical thinking and development of technicalskills by completing hand building projects that include: sets,complex shapes (made from multiple shapes), relief, pouringvessels, and a detailed sketchbook that includes research anddesign focused on each project. Functional pottery, sculpture,and hybrids of these forms will be the focus of this course.Group 2 course.ART 152 Ceramics II.............................................. 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ART 151This course is an advanced studio intensive class that buildingon the skills and knowledge developed in Ceramics I.Advanced projects using hand building and wheel throwingtechniques will be completed for assessment. Projects willinclude the concepts of sets, bottle forms, wheel throwing, thehumand figure, and large stacking forms. Sketchbook/sourcebookdocumentation of research and design will be required.Group 2 course.ART 161 Painting I.................................................. 3.0 (4)Course will introduce concepts of painting as well as principlesof design, including the development of painting techniques.Students will be given painting projects/problems throughoutthe semester ending with one self-directed painting whichmake application of learned concepts. Oils and acrylics willbe used. Group 2 course.ART 162 Painting II................................................. 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ART 161This course will continue the concepts of Painting I as well aselements of design, including the development of a personalstyled technique. Students will deal with more complex andinvolved painting concepts with an emphasis upon a particularfocus of interest and challenge. The course is designed to givemore latitude in an independent/individual approach. Studentswill work in either oil or acrylic paint. Group 2 course.ART 165 Watercolor Painting I.............................. 3.0 (4)An introduction to the techniques and materials of watercolorpainting. Includes use of creative effects, additive and subtractiveapproaches, and mixing of color to create effective paintingsin a step-by-step manner. Group 2 course.ART 166 Watercolor Painting II............................. 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ART 165Watercolor II deals with advanced problems in watercolorpainting with special emphasis on individual development andcreativity particularly in the area of compositional conceptualization.Group 2 course.ART 171 Photography I.......................................... 4.0 (4)This is an introductory course in black and white photography,emphasizing composition theory, analogue/film, 35mmSLR camera functions, exposure control and film processing.An introduction to digital darkroom technology is covered.Students will demonstrate their understanding of two-dimensionaldesign in photography by producing two portfolios oftheir work. Group 2 course.ART 173 Photography II......................................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ART 171Photography II builds on the competencies in black and whitephotography developed in the Photography I lecture and labcourses with an emphasis on identifying and enhancing technicaland compositional skills of the student on an individualbasis. The student is expected to identify those skills and areasfor improvement that are the most needed and develop, withthe aid of the instructor, a plan for addressing those needs.Group 2 course.ART 175 Digital Photography I.............................. 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ART 171 or instructor permissionDigital Photography I is an intermediate photography coursecovering the basics of working with photographs in digitalform. Specific topics will include digitizing images, image enhancementusing software programs (Adobe Photoshop), colortheory as it applies to both image making and image enhancement,and output to digital prints. Group 2 course.ART 181 Printmaking I........................................... 3.0 (4)Printmaking I is an introductory survey course that introducesthe students to a wide variety of print media: intaglio, reliefembossing and mono type. Students will gain knowledgeof the history, conception, production and presentation ofachromatic prints. Group 2 course.ART 182 Printmaking II.......................................... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ART 181Printmaking II expands on processes and concepts explored inPrintmaking I with the emphasis on more complex techniques,including lithography, dry point, and collagraphs.Students will refine their technical skills and concepts begunin Printmaking I. Students will explore contemporary printingtechniques and issues. Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsART 213 Modern Art History................................. 3.0 (3)This course examines the history of art from the beginning ofthe 20th Century to present. Emphasis is placed on the continuinginterplay of modern art movements and the relationshipof art to the social and cultural context. Group 1 course.For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.99
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse DescriptionsART 214 Women in Art........................................... 3.0 (3)This course will provide a historical study of selected Europeanand American women painters, sculptors, architects,and craftspersons from the 17th through 20th Centuries. Artworks will be examined within the social and cultural contextof each century. Group 1 course.ART 221 Life Drawing I.......................................... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ART 121Recommended prerequisite(s): ART 122Life Drawing I involves comprehensive studies in drawingthe human figure with a variety of materials and discusses thesolution of the problems of figure drawing used to advancethe general qualities of grace, rhythm, and form. Explorationsinclude gesture drawing, contour drawing and drawing the figurein motion. Life Drawing I will work primarily in charcoaland pencil. Group 2 course.ART 222 Life Drawing II......................................... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ART 221Life Drawing II is an advanced study of problems in drawingthe human figure in multiple views and in longer studieswith an accent on composition and dealing not only with themodel but the environment the model is in. Life Drawing IIwill include the introduction of color and wet media.Group 2 course.ART 252 Art Education.......................................... 3.0 (4)Course will introduce students to the language of art and artterms within the context of discipline-based art education.Students will address issues concerning aesthetics within ahands-on environment (process production) utilizing a contextof art criticism and art history. Each student will developand present an art lesson plan which incorporates learned artobjectives. Group 2 course.ART 275 Digital Photography II............................. 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ART 175Digital Photography II is an advanced photography coursedealing with working with photographs in digital form. Specifictopics will include advanced tools for image, advancedfeatures of software digital imaging programs (Adobe Photoshop),color management in the digital environment, andspecialized options for output to digital imagesetters (slides,negatives, art prints, etc.). Group 2 course.ASTAstronomyAST 100 Observational Astronomy...................... 2.0 (2)This is an introduction to astronomy. The goal of this courseis to acquaint the student with the constellations, solar systemobjects and their motions, the celestial sphere concept andco-ordinate system. Stars, star clusters, nebulae and galaxies arealso studied. Students will use naked-eye observations as wellas telescopes, spectrograph, photometer and CCD camera toobserve and report findings. Each session includes training inthe operation of equipment. Group 2 course.100 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.AST 109 Planetary Astronomy.............................. 4.0 (3)AST 109L Planetary Astronomy Lab...................... 0.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 111, may be taken concurrentlyCorequisite(s): AST 109 and AST 109LRecommended prerequisite(s): MTH 111Characteristics and properties of the solar system and its componentsare presented to students in the context of the historyof discovery. This information is integrated with studentobservational data to develop a mathematical model in thelaboratory. The model is developed by incorporating equationsused to compute characteristics and properties of solar systemcomponents. The model is utilized by students to encourageunderstanding of why the solar system has evolved to itscurrent state by evaluating the effects of changes in values offundamental measured properties and characteristics.Group 1 lab course.AST 119 Astronomy............................................... 4.0 (3)AST 119L Astronomy Lab........................................ 0.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 111, may be taken concurrentlyCorequisite(s): AST 119 and AST 119LRecommended prerequisite(s): MTH 111History of discovery of the nature of the cosmos and its contentsis the format utilized to develop understanding of thenature of stars and the universe, and the physical principlesdetermining this nature. These principles underlie our proficiencyfor prediction of the nature of the universe and ourability to make observations of our universe. The principlesare analyzed by means of a student developed mathematicalmodel incorporating the quantitative relationships derivedby physicists and astronomers. Observations provide studentswith the sky knowledge and data necessary for prediction ofstellar characteristics. Group 1 lab course.Visit www.nmc.edu/science-math for detailed information.ATAutomotive TechnologyAT 100 Automotive Service Basics.................... 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): ENG 99, MTH 08Automotive Service Basics is the first class in our AutomotiveService Program. Engine theory, cooling systems, luberequirements will be covered. Bolts, micrometers and basicspecialty tools are integrated into the class. Training in the useof acetylene torch equipment will be taught along with it’s usein the automotive field. Students who passed a prior approvedhigh school tech prep program will not be required to take thiscourse. This course is designed to prepare the student to enterthe automotive program. Group 2 course.AT 110 Automotive Brake Systems................... 5.0 (7)Required prerequisite(s): AT 100, may be taken concurrentlyThis course covers theory, components, nomenclature, andservice of automotive brake systems. Students will use standardskills to diagnose hydraulic systems, drum and disk brakes,power assist units and systems. The study and repair of modernA.B.S. systems along with the replacement of associatedparts such as wheel bearings will also be covered. Lab work
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGwill include procedures such as the use of brake lathes, brakeline cutting and flaring procedures and the use of electronictest equipment. Group 2 course.AT 120 Automotive Electrical I........................... 5.0 (8)Required prerequisite(s): AT 100, may be taken concurrentlyThis course covers basic electricity, circuits, testing equipment,and solid state electronics. This course will also familiarize thestudent with the operation, testing, and service of the automotivestaring and charging system. This is a combination lectureand lab course using both components and vehicles for demonstration.Group 2 course.AT 130 Engine Performance I............................. 5.0 (8)Required prerequisite(s): AT 220This course is designed to familiarize students with the theoryand operation of the automotive ignition and fuel systems.Topics include; distributors, electronic ignition, distributorlesssystems, fuel injection systems, turbochargers and superchargers.The lab portion provides the student with actual handson experience with tune-up, ignition, and fuel system service.Modern test equipment will be provided and proper diagnostictechniques will be stressed. Group 2 course.air conditioning. The course also covers automotive heatingsystems which include heater cores, blower motors, ven dentwill learn how to use refrigerant recovery and charging equipmentand will have hands on experience in the lab with thatequipment. Group 2 course.AT 180 Manual Drivetrain and Axles.................. 6.0 (9)Required prerequisite(s): AT 100, may be taken concurrentlyThis course covers the basic operating principles, construction,power flow and repair of clutches, manual transaxles and driveshafts. Different theory and overhaul will be covered includingring and pinion replacement and set up. Lab work will includehands on repair of late model vehicles including four wheeldrive. Group 2 course.AT 190 Automotive Facility Orientation............. 2.0 (2)This is an automotive repair facility internship experience thatwill focus on students learning about the day to day dutiesof an auto repair technician, the organization supporting thetechnician, and how automotive repair facilities function. Thiswill be accomplished as an internship using a combination of:observation, interview, analysis, written documentation of theexperiences, and group discussions. Group 2 course.AT 140 Suspensions and Steering..................... 4.0 (6)Required prerequisite(s): AT 100, may be taken concurrentlyThis course is designed to familiarize the student with thenomenclature, theory, and service techniques for the modernsteering and suspension system. Includes the the repair ofMacPherson struts and rack and pinion service. The coursewill provide the student with actual experience with alignmentand tire balancing equipment. Group 2 course.AT 150 Automatic Transmissions...................... 6.0 (9)Required prerequisite(s): Instructor permission requiredThis course is designed to familiarize the student with hydraulictheory, internal transmission powerflow, electronic controland torque convertor operation. All aspects of transmissionoperation will be covered as well as removal, overhaul andinstallation procedures. Students will remove, overhaul, dynotestand install actual failed units in the lab. The cause of thefailer of these units will be explored in detail. Factory andaftermarket updates to prevent future failers will be taught.Group 2 course.AT 160 Engine Repair.......................................... 6.0 (8)Required prerequisite(s): AT 100, may be taken concurrentlyThis course covers the theory, construction, and repair of thefour stroke automotive engine. This will include the properuse of compression and leakage test equipment, precisionmeasuring tools, special engine tools and valve grinding equipment.Lab work includes diagnosis, replacement of externalparts and tear down and overhaul of actual failed engines.Group 2 course.AT 170 Heating and Air Conditioning................ 4.0 (6)Required prerequisite(s): AT 120This course covers the principles of refrigeration with emphasison the particular problems of application to automotiveAT 200 Service Dept. Management................... 2.0 (2)This course is designed to acquaint the student who plansa career in the automotive service industry with the duties,responsibilities, qualifications, and problems of service departmentmanager. The student will learn general shop organization,types of service, and cost and returns by department.Time will be devoted to employer-employee and customerrelations and instruction in the use of the service manual. Alsoincludes practice in writing and administering various formssuch as work orders, rate sheets, etc. Group 2 course.AT 210 Hybrid Technology.................................. 5.0 (8)Required prerequisite(s): AT 130 or Certification in Electricaland Engine Tune Up.This course provides a comprehensive systems overview ofthe operating principles, maintenance, and service of hybridelectric vehicles. Group 2 course.AT 220 Automotive Electrical II.......................... 5.0 (8)Required prerequisite(s): AT 120This course covers advanced automotive electronics with theemphasis placed on operation, troubleshooting, and repair oflighting, gauges, accessories, and power option circuits. Bodyhardware is covered including diagnostics of modern systemswith body control modules. Group 2 course.AT 230 Engine Performance II............................ 4.0 (6)Required prerequisite(s): AT 130This course covers computerized engine controls includingthe latest emission control systems. The student will becomeproficient with the use of scanners, scopes and the latest engineanalizers. The art of diagnostics and troubleshooting willbe stressed. The student will have hands on experience in thisarea including practice using the computer as a source ofinformation. Group 2 course.For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.101Course Descriptions
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse DescriptionsAVFAviation FlightAVF 111 Private Flight........................................... 5.0 (5)A flight course structured to provide a minimum of 40 dualand solo flight hours to meet the aeronautical experiencerequirements for a private pilot. Upon completion of thiscourse the student will have attained the FAA Private PilotRating. Group 2 course.AVF 118 Instrument Flight I.................................. 1.0 (1)Required prerequisite(s): Private Pilot RatingThis course is the beginning stage of the Instrument PilotRating. The ground work will be laid for students to safelyfly by the instruments. Skills and techniques will be gainedto effectively move to Instrument Flight II where holding,tracking, and approaches will be learned. Both the aircraft andflight simulator will be used to obtain skills required for thiscourse. Objectives learned will go toward the FAA InstrumentRating. Group 2 course.AVF 130 Instrument Flight II................................. 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): AVF 118At the completion of this course the student will be signed offfor the FAA Instrument check ride. The aircraft and the simulatorwill be used to tech the student skills required. The studentwill learn tracking, holding, and instrument approaches.At the culmination of this course the student will have gainedactual instrument flight time and be a competent instrumentpilot. Group 2 course.AVF 141 Introduction to UAS................................ 2.0 (2)This course will introduce students to the world of unmannedflight. The course will consist of the construction of a remotelycontrolled aircraft and the skills needed to maintainit. Additionally they will conduct flight operations to becomeproficient at directly controlling a small aircraft. They willlearn about propulsion, communication links, servos, design,materials and regulations of the r/c aircraft world.Group 2 course.AVF 230 Commercial Flight I................................ 2.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): Instrument Flight RatingThe student will learn the skills required by the FAA to safelyoperate the complex aircraft. They will also increase their instrumentproficiency while conducting required cross countryflights. Students will learn in an aircraft and flight simulatorduring this course. Group 2 course.AVF 234 Commercial Flight III.............................. 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): AVF 224, AVF 232This course is the last of four flight courses required to obtainthe FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate. This course consistsof approximately 49 flight hours flown in a training airplaneand will consist of dual/solo cross country flights and a reviewof all commercial flight maneuvers in preparation for theCommercial Pilot FAA Practical Test. Upon completion ofthis course, the student will have completed Stage Eight of theCommercial Pilot syllabus and attained the FAA CommercialPilot Rating. Group 2 course.AVF 241 UAS Flight School................................... 4.0 (5)Co-requisite(s): AVG 261Recommended prerequisite(s): AVF 141Students will fly in the Grayling Restricted Area (R-4201B) onprescribed missions, either as a single pilot or as a crew, whereadvance sensor operations are conducted. Students will beprogramming the aircraft and conduct various missions thatwill resemble typical work that they will see in the field. Theseinclude surveillance, structure inspection, advanced sensoroperations and search and rescue. Group 2 course.AVF 271 Multi-Engine Flight................................. 1.0 (1)Required prerequisite(s): AVF 111 or Private Pilot RatingThis is a flight course involving approximately 10 flight hoursin an airplane/simulator and 11 ground hours is designed togive the student the aeronautical knowledge, proficiency, andexperience required to meet the FAA Practical Test Standardsfor the Private or Commercial Multi-engine rating. Uponcompletion of this course, the student will have attained theFAA Multi-engine Land Rating. Group 2 course.AVF 274 Tailwheel Flight....................................... 1.0 (1)Required prerequisite(s): Private Pilot RatingThis course is designed to provide the student with the skills,knowledge, and experience to receive a logbook endorsementto fly tailwheel aircraft. This course will usually be taughtin the fall, winter, and spring months in a tailwheel aircraft.Group 2 course.AVF 275 Seaplane Flight....................................... 2.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): Private Pilot RatingIn this course, the student will gain the skills, knowledge, andexperience to receive endorsement for the FAA Practical Test.Students will learn in a Piper Super Cub on floats as theydemonstrate maneuvers and landings. Group 2 course.AVF 232 Commercial Flight II............................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): AVF 230A flight course structured to provide a minimum of 51 dualand solo flight hours to partially fulfill the flight hour requirementsfor the FAA Commercial Pilot Rating. This course willprovide a review of VFR and IFR cross country navigationprocedures and introduce the student to commercial flightmaneuvers. Upon completion of this course the student willhave completed Stage Seven in the Commercial Pilot Syllabus.Group 2 course.AVF 283 Upset Maneuver Training....................... 1.0 (1)Required prerequisite(s): Private Pilot RatingIn this course the student will learn the foundations to safelyperform basic aerobatic maneuvers. Also, the student will gainconfidence and skills necessary to recover from various unusualflight attitudes that will increase the students’ overall flightsafety. Group 2 course.102 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGAVF 284 Instrument Flight Instructor................... 2.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): Commercial Pilot withinstrument RatingThe student perfects both teaching and instrument flyingskills while sitting in the right seat of the cockpit. The studentdevelops the knowledge and ability to teach others instrumentflying procedures. Training utilizes instrument equippedaircraft and a Frasca simulator. The course consists of 10-20hours of flying and 10-20 hours of ground time.Group 2 course.AVF 382 Flight Instructor Rating.......................... 4.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): Commercial Pilot withinstrument RatingIn this course the student will learn the skills to be a CertifiedFlight Instructor (CFI). They will master the skills of thePrivate and Commercial Pilot ratings. In addition they willlearn how to be an effective teacher and understand all FAArules and regulations that accompany being an instructor. Thestudent will learn in this course through the use of the simulatorand aircraft. Group 2 course.AVGAviation GroundAVG 204 Airline Aircraft Ground School............... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): AVG 202This course is designed to prepare those students seeking tobe career pilots to be successful in the intense aircraft groundschools provided by the airlines. Canadair Regional Jet systems,limitations, normal and emergency checklist, and flowsand flight procedures will be covered in this course.Group 2 course.AVG 240 Corporate Aviation Ground.................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): AVG 202Students taking this course will learn about the aspects ofcorporate aviation. Aircraft, regulations, business customs,and future outlooks of corporate aviation will be presented.Group 2 course.AVG 251 Commercial Ground School ................. 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): AVF 111 or Private Pilot RatingAn advanced study of aviation topics including GPS, meteorology,radio communications, airspace, and Federal AviationRegulations. In addition, aircraft systems, career opportunities,aviation safety, aircraft weight and balance, performancecharts, and aerodynamics are re-viewed with emphasis oncommercial pilot operations. Group 2 course.AVG 101 Private Pilot Ground School.................. 5.0 (5)A course of study that will provide the aeronautical knowledgerequired of a private pilot and prepare the student to take theFAA Private Pilot written examination. Topics include: aerodynamics,engine and aircraft systems, airport operations, weightand balance, aircraft performance, Federal Aviation Regulations,meteorology, airspace, navigation, and flight physiology.Group 2 course.AVG 161 Mechanics for Pilots............................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): Private Pilot RatingThis course will teach the students about the systems, components,safe repair, and regulations involved with maintainingand operating small aircraft. Students will learn in the classroomand in the maintenance hangar. Group 2 course.AVG 190 Aviation Weather..................................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): AVG 101This course offers thorough coverage in the application andanalysis of meteorological charts and how they pertain to aviation.It emphasizes the need for advanced knowledge on howNWS/NOAA charts are derived and how to understand theiruse in aviation today. Additional emphasis will be placed onpredominant weather patterns, associated weather and planningflights to avoid severe weather. A basic understanding inthe theory of meteorology is desired. Group 2 course.AVG 202 Advanced Aircraft Systems................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): AVG 101This course is designed to prepare those students seeking tobe career pilots to be successful in the intense aircraft systemsground schools offered by the airlines, manufacturers, and privatetraining providers such as Flight Safety. Each major systemof large turbine aircraft will be studied. Group 2 course.AVG 252 Instrument Ground School ................... 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): AVF 101 or Private Pilot RatingA course of study that will provide the aeronautical knowledgerequired for the instrument rating and prepare the student totake the FAA Instrument Rating-Airplane written examination.Topics include: flight instruments, radio navigation,departure, enroute, and arrival procedures, VOR, NDB, ILS,and GPS approaches, IFR emergencies, aviation weather, andIFR cross-country flight planning. Group 2 course.AVF 261 UAS Ground School................................ 4.0 (4)Co-requisite(s): AVG 261Recommended prerequisite(s): AVF 234This course will prepare students for the theory behind pilotinga UAV, along with its sensor management. They will learnabout rules and regulations, uses, types of aircraft, components,programming, communications and economic impactof the industry. Upon completion students will have a solidfoundation of the UAV industry. They will be prepared togain specific UAV training on larger aircraft like the Predator,Reaper or Global Hawk. Group 2 course.AVG 381 Instructor Ground School...................... 5.0 (5)Recommended prerequisite(s): AVG 251A course of study that will provide basic education principlesand a review of the aeronautical knowledge required for theflight instructor (airplane single engine) certificate and preparethe student to take the FAA Fundamentals of Instruction(FOI) and the Flight Instructor-Airplane Single Engine writtenexaminations. Through classroom presentations and oneon-onestudent teaching, students will gain practical teachingexperience. Group 2 course.For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.103Course Descriptions
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse DescriptionsBIOBiologyHow to select a first course in Biology:If you are in a transfer program requiring a full year of introductorybiology such as pre-med, pre-dental, pre-vet, agriculture,wildlife and fisheries, or environmental programs, youshould choose:• BIO 115 Cell, Plant and Ecosystem Biology• BIO 116 Cell and Animal BiologyIf you need a one-semester laboratory science course to fulfilla basic education requirement, you may choose any one ofthe following:• BIO 100 Food and Nutrition Biology• BIO 105 Living in the Environment• BIO 106 Human Biology• BIO 108 Plant Biology• BIO 109 Principles of Life ScienceAll of the above include a common core that is basic tothe understanding of any branch of biology. The core topicsinclude cell structure and function, genetics, the chemical andphysical principles governing life processes, and evolution.Any 100-level Biology course may serve as a prerequisite for200-level Biology courses.It has been the experience of the Biology Department thatstudents with COMPASS scores below MTH 23 and ENG111 levels have difficulty successfully completing introductory-levelbiology courses. If your COMPASS scores arebelow these levels, the Biology Department recommendsthat you complete ENG 99, ENG 108 or ENG 11/111and MTH 08 before enrolling in any biology course. If yourCOMPASS scores are below these levels and you decide toenroll in a Biology course, allow yourself additional timefor study and preparation. If you are unsure of your ability,consult your advisor, a counselor, or a biology instructor.BIO 100 Food and Nutrition Biology.................... 4.0 (3)BIO 100L Food and Nutrition Biology Lab............ 0.0 (2)Note: There are no prerequisites for this course, but studentsscoring below MTH 23 and ENG 111 levels on the COMPASSplacement test should plan on additional study time.Corequisite(s): BIO 100 and BIO 100LThis course is designed for students who wish to improve theirunderstanding of nutrition in their daily activities. Healthyeating is attracting more attention as Americans struggle withthe problems of obesity and in disease prevention. In additionto the normal topics of biology such as biochemistry, genetics,evolution, and DNA structure and function, this introductorycourse has an emphasis on nutrition. The student will gaina working knowledge of the principles of good nutrition asit relates to their personal health. Related topics will includethe major classes of nutrients and their functions; personalenergy needs, dietary habits and activity levels; the correlationbetween diet and diseases, including cancer, heart disease anddiabetes; and an awareness of nutrition controversies, foodfaddism, weight loss gimmicks and quackery in the field ofnutrition. Group 1 lab course.BIO 105 Living in the Environment...................... 4.0 (3)BIO 105L Living in the Environment Lab............... 0.0 (2)Note: There are no prerequisites for this course, but studentsscoring below MTH 23 and ENG 111 levels on the COMPASSplacement test should plan on additional study time.Corequisite(s): BIO 105 and BIO 105LCell structure and function, chemical processes, ecologicalprinciples, human population, food and agricultural conservation,biodiversity, alternative energy, along with other topicsrelated to conservation will be discussed. Students studyenvironmental problems and possible solutions. There are alsomany field trips which illustrate, among other topics, ecology,habitats of <strong>Michigan</strong>, river quality, forest analysis, water treatment,and alternative energy generation. Group 1 lab course.BIO 106 Human Biology........................................ 4.0 (3)BIO 106L Human Biology Lab................................ 0.0 (2)Note: There are no prerequisites for this course, but studentsscoring below MTH 23 and ENG 111 levels on the COMPASSplacement test should plan on additional study time.Corequisite(s): BIO 106 and BIO 106LA survey of Human Anatomy and Physiology with a primaryfocus on health and disease. Topics to be discussed will includethe cell structure, simple chemistry of biology, homeostasis,the organ systems, genetics, nutrition, exercise physiology,cancer, heart disease, immunology, AIDS, the effects of drugsand alcohol, and other topics of current interest. This courseis offered in multiple formats such as online or traditional.Consult an advisor before enrolling. Group 1 lab course.BIO 108 Plant Biology........................................... 4.0 (3)BIO 108L Plant Biology Lab.................................... 0.0 (2)Note: There are no prerequisites for this course, but studentsscoring below MTH 23 and ENG 111 levels on the COMPASSplacement test should plan on additional study time.Corequisite(s): BIO 108 and BIO 108LSince almost all life on earth depends upon photosynthesis,this course places its emphasis on the fascinating world ofplants. It includes a study of plant structure, growth, development,propagation and scientific concepts on which horticultureis based. Laboratory exercises will include greenhousework. Group 1 lab course.BIO 109 Principles of Life Science...................... 4.0 (3)BIO 109L Principles of Life Science Lab............... 0.0 (2)Note: There are no prerequisites for this course, but studentsscoring below MTH 23 and ENG 111 levels on the COMPASSplacement test should plan on additional study time.Corequisite(s): BIO 109 and BIO 109LThis course explores the fundamental nature of life and howliving organisms adapt to a constantly changing world. Themajor emphasis of this course will be on the unity of life, theprocesses that are fundamental to any living organism. Laboratoryexercises will cover a broad range of topics.Group 1 lab course.104 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGBIO 115 Cell, Plant & Ecosystem Biology............. 4.0 (3)BIO 115L Cell, Plant & Ecosystem Biology Lab...... 0.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 111Corequisite(s): BIO 115 and BIO 115LAn introduction to the fundamental concepts of biology,including an investigation of the major kingdoms of life, classification,ecology, botany, cellular anatomy and biochemistry,DNA structure and function, genetic engineering, cloningand stem cell technologies. Laboratory includes field work andinvestigative exercises which illustrate lecture topics.Group 1 lab course.BIO 116 Genetics, Evolution & Animal Bio.......... 4.0 (3)BIO 116L Genetics, Evolution & Animal Bio Lab.. 0.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): BIO 115, MTH 111Corequisite(s): BIO 116 and BIO 116LThis lecture and lab course concentrates on cell division, classicalgenetics as well as evolution and speciation. It also coversthe biology of invertebrate and vertebrate animals. The treatmentof the topics in this course necessarily assume a degree offamiliarity with the basic biological concepts covered in BIO115. Students who have not completed BIO 115 should expectto spend extra time reviewing these concepts throughoutthe course. Group 1 lab course.BIO 208 Microbiology........................................... 4.0 (3)BIO 208L Microbiology Lab.................................... 0.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): ENG 111, MTH 111 andcompletion of any 100-level Biology course.Corequisite(s): BIO 208 and BIO 208LIntroductory microbe physiology emphasizes human responseto disease and the importance of microbes in environmentalcycles. Laboratory is included. Group 1 lab course.BIO 215 Genetics................................................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): ENG 111, MTH 111 andcompletion of any 100-level Biology course.Continuation of general biology genetics. Classical geneticswill be covered in addition to an in-depth study of moleculargenetics, recombinant DNA and human inheritance. A majoremphasis will be on the current state of genetic research as itapplies to topics such as gene therapy, cloning and stem cellresearch. Population genetics will also be covered.Group 1 course.BIO 220 Nutrition in Human Health..................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 111, ENG 111 andcompletion of any 100-level biology course.This course is an exploration of the fundamentals of nutrition:energy nutrients, vitamins and minerals. Function andsources of each is presented, as well as the role each plays inmaintaining health. Students complete their own Food IntakeRecord and use this information throughout the semester soas to better understand human nutrition. In addition, study ismade of the role nutrition along with other lifestyles plays inthe prevention and protection from disease. Discussion alsoincludes the relationship between nutrition and fitness.Group 2 course.BIO 227 Human Anatomy & Physiology I............ 5.0 (5)BIO 227L Human Anatomy & Physiology I Lab..... 0.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): CHM 101, ENG 111, MTH 111Corequisite(s): BIO 227 and BIO 227LRecommended prerequisite(s): BIO 106This course will include an introduction to cells, histology,biochemistry and homeostasis. In addition, the followingsystems will be discussed: integumentary, skeletal, muscle,nervous, and special senses. Lecture will be accompanied bylab work and applications, which will stress the anatomy,histology and function of these organ systems. (Studentswith recent high school chemistry may waive the CHM 101requirement by passing the introductory Chemistry competencyexam). Group 1 lab course.BIO 228 Human Anatomy & Physiology II........... 5.0 (5)BIO 228L Human Anatomy & Physiology II Lab.... 0.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): BIO 227Corequisite(s): BIO 228 and BIO 228LThis is a continuation of BIO 227 and will include an introductionto the following systems: endocrine, cardiovascular,immune, respiratory, digestive, metabolism, urinary, fluid/electrolyte and acid/base balance, reproduction and genetics.Lab work stressing the anatomy, histology and function ofthese topics will be included. Group 1 lab course.Course DescriptionsBIO 216 Genetics Lab........................................... 1.0 (3)Corequisite(s): BIO 215Laboratory to complement BIO 215 Genetics for studentsneeding to transfer a 200-level genetics laboratory to a fouryearinstitution. In addition, students interested in the lifesciences will earn a deeper understanding of classical,molecular and population genetics by completing thiscourse. Group 1 course.For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.105
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse DescriptionsBIO 240 Normal and Clinical Nutrition................ 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): BIO 227, MTH 08 or equivalentNutrition is considered from a strong biological point of view.Discussions will include a brief overview of principles of normalnutrition and then will proceed to how these principlesapply to cause and treatment of specific disease states and thenutrition care process required. Group 2 course.BIO 250 Natural History of Vertebrates............... 4.0 (3)BIO 250L Natural History of Vertebrates Lab....... 0.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): ENG 111, MTH 111 andcompletion of any 100-level Biology course.Corequisite(s): BIO 250 and BIO 250LThis course introduces students to the biology and diversityof vertebrate species in <strong>Michigan</strong>. The life history, anatomy,behavior, systematics, ecology and conservation of each groupof vertebrates are examined. Field studies, laboratory investigations,and classroom discussion will help students understandthe biology of fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals,as well as their relationships to particular habitats. Localvertebrate species and field study techniques are stressed.Group 1 lab course.BIO 260 General Ecology...................................... 5.0 (3)BIO 260L General Ecology Lab.............................. 0.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): ENG 111, MTH 111 andcompletion of any 100-level Biology course.Corequisite(s): BIO 260 and BIO 260LThe course is an introduction to the study of the complex relationshipsof organisms with one another and with the physicalconditions under which they live. Students will study theconditions necessary for life, population ecology, communityand ecosystem dynamics and ecosystem diversity. Field orientedlab exercises involve observations and data collectionfollowed by analysis. Group 1 lab course.BIO 268 Biochemistry........................................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): CHM 101Recommended prerequisite(s): BIO 227, MTH 23Study of the basic fundamentals of the chemical compositionof living matter with application of concepts to normal andabnormal human function. Group 1 course.Visit www.nmc.edu/science-mathfor more detailed information.BPC Bridge Program CoursesBPC 092 Bridge to Math.............3.0 (developmental) (3)Bridge to Math is designed to help adult students make thetransition to higher education math courses while at the sametime prepares them for today’s workplace math requirements.BPC 094 Bridge to Communications.......................... 4.0(developmental) (4)Bridge to Communications is designed to help adult studentsmake the transition into higher education while at the sametime prepares them for today’s workplace. This class is comprisedof intensive hands-on skill building in communications(writing, speaking, and listening) and also features job portfolios,employability activities, and a career development process.BPC 096 Bridge to Technology.....4 (developmental) (4)Bridge to Technology supports adult student learners byincorporating instructor led study sessions to complementan array of required CIT classes. The CIT classes are selectedby individual students and can be in keyboarding, MicrosoftWord, PowerPoint, Excel and other business software applications.The instructional goal of this course is to help developthe skill sets that can lead to certification or skill mastery.BPDBusiness ProfessionalDevelopmentBPD 133 Keyboarding Speed/Accuracy............... 1.0 (1)This refresher/skill improvement class is for students whoalready know how to key using the touch-type method. Itfocuses on improving the current skill level through drilland testing of the alphabetic characters and basic punctuationkeys. It will allow the student to use the computer as anefficient tool in document creation for business, education,and personal life. Optional drill work can be completed innumbers and symbols. Group 2 course.BUSBusinessBUS 101 Introduction to Business........................ 3.0 (3)American business in the new millennium is exciting and challenging.Students will be introduced to the variety of opportunitiesby exploring ownership, management, the economy,marketing, international business, social responsibility andbusiness ethics, and entrepreneurship. Group 2 course.<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.BUS 105 Business Math........................................ 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): COMPASS placement intoMTH 23Apply basic mathematical principles to solve problems inmodern business practice. Topics include trade discounts,markups and markdowns, payroll and payroll taxes, interest,sinking funds, installment buying, the cost of home ownership,sales, excise and property taxes. It is designed for dayto-daybusiness applications. Group 2 course.106 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGBUS 130 Mechanics of Business Writing............. 3.0 (3)Written communication skills are crucial to career and collegesuccess. This course demonstrates the need for clear andgrammatically correct writing. The course content covers theelements essential to good writing: punctuation, capitalization,numbers, abbreviations, spelling, and word usage.Group 2 course.BUS 155 Interpersonal Communications............. 3.0 (3)To be well prepared for employment in the 21st Century itwill be mandatory for students to demonstrate effective humanrelations. Individuals who enter the workforce in anyfield will need to possess interpersonal and customer serviceskills. The global workplace will demand competence ininterpersonal or “soft” skills. Excellent customer service andrelationship building skills are a necessary component of overallbusiness communication. Topics include: communicationand identity, conflict and communication climates, and howto build and maintain effective relationships with external andinternal customers. Students should place into ENG 99.Group 2 course.BUS 231 Professional Communications.............. 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): BUS 130 (Students in the AdministrativeSupport Certificate Program must take BUS 130 beforeBUS 231); placement into ENG 111Communicating professionally is a critical skill in today’sworld. This course is designed to help students understandcommunication theory and its application in their professionallives. Students will develop effective writing skills by analyzingcomplex issues, organizing thoughts logically, and communicatingthose ideas concisely–in verbal and written form.Students will also practice effective listening skills, understandthe components of a successful job search, and use teamworkskills in solving communication problems. Group 2 course.BUS 261 Business Law I........................................ 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111This course is a study of the U.S. legal system and specificareas of law related to business, with an emphasis on the techniquesof legal decision-making. Topics include the judicialsystem, torts, contracts, and criminal law. Group 2 course.BUS 290 Business Administration Internship...... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): 20 credits of business courses witha GPA of 3.0.This course is an elective for the Associate of Applied Sciencedegree in Business Administration. The purpose of the internshipis to provide on-the-job training for the student whowishes to pursue a career in business. The internship will becustomized to meet the learning needs of the student and thejob requirements of the sponsoring firm. Students spend 10hours per week in this paid or non-paid, supervised on-thejobtraining experience. In addition to the required 150 hoursin a business site, students participate in semi-monthly seminars.Students must apply one month prior to the semester inwhich they will complete the internship. Group 2 course.BUS 292 International Work Experience.............. 3.0 (3)InternshipAmerican students to Germany (Summer/July-August).Required prerequisite(s): German speaking and writing skillsand relevant work experience.Note: Letters of recommendation from college advisor and workexperience coordinator approval are required. Contact the workexperience coordinator before May 1.This course is an elective that provides on-the-job trainingin Germany for U.S. students seeking international workexperience. This experience will provide an intercultural,educational, and professional opportunity for students to gaina better understanding of German culture and employmentpractices. Students are employed on a full-time basis for sixweeks. An internship will be customized to meet the learningneeds of the student and the job requirements of the sponsoringinternational firm. Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsBUS 262 Business Law II....................................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): BUS 261, placement intoENG 111This course is the study of the U.S. legal system and specificareas of law related to business, with an emphasis on thetechniques of legal decision-making. Topics include agency,partnerships, corporations, franchises, property, and employeremployeerelationships. Group 2 course.For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.107
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCARCarpentryCDChild DevelopmentCAR 101 Introduction to Carpentry...................... 3.0 (4)Recommended Competencies: COMPASS placement into MTH23 or higher, or co-enrollment in the recommended developmentalmath course. COMPASS placement into ENG 11/111 or higher,or co-enrollment in the recommended English course.This course provides an introduction to residential carpentry.Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building,the student will learn about building materials, fasteners, andadhesives, hand and power tools, reading plans and elevations,floor systems. Group 2 course.CD 101 Early Childhood Education.................... 3.0 (3)This course familiarizes students with the history and presentstate of early childhood education, from birth to 10 years ofage. An overview of child development theories is presentedin the context of the role of the educator/caregiver. Resourcesand careers, and contemporary issues such as school readinessand exploration of various education philosophies are alsoincluded. Environment observations are required as well as aworking general education philosophy. The observations areset by students to meet their schedules. Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsCAR 105 Residential Framing............................... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): CAR 101Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building,the student will learn wall and ceiling framing, roof framing,introduction to concrete, reinforcing materials, and forms,windows and exterior doors and basic stair layout.Group 2 course.CAR 121 General Carpentry Practices................. 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): CAR 105Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building,the student will learn about commercial drawings, roofing applications,thermal and moisture protection, exterior finishing,cold-formed steel framing, and drywall installation.Group 2 course.CAR 125 Interior Carpentry................................... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): CAR 121Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building,the student will learn about drywall finishing, doors and doorhardware, suspended ceilings, window, door, floor, and ceilingtrim, cabinet installation, and cabinet fabrication.Group 2 course.CAR 131 Rigging and Concrete Practices............. 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): CAR 125Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building, thestudent will learn about rigging equipment, rigging practices,properties of concrete, reinforcing concrete, handling andplacing concrete. Group 2 course.CAR 135 Site Layout & Formwork.......................... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): CAR 131Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building, thestudent will learn about trenching and excavation, foundationsand slab-on-grade, vertical formwork, horizontal formworkand tilt-up wall panels. Group 2 course.<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.CD 202 Human Growth and Development......... 5.0 (5)Recommended prerequisite(s): CD 101 or PSY 101,placement into ENG 111Students will study research, the reasons for child study andits impact on families and education and the issues faced inchild development today. Students will explore the dimensionsand problems of pregnancy. They will also study theinteractions between physical, cognitive, emotional and socialdevelopments in children between birth and adolescence. Thisstudy will be based on recent research and will be appliedusing various child development theories. From this, studentswill develop beginning observation skills and individual basedresearch projects that test theories about child development.Field research is required and set by students to meet theirschedules. Students will explore how professional work withand for children is changing and how they can be advocatesfor the well being of children and families. Group 2 course.CD 203 Guiding Young Children........................ 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): CD 101 or PSY 101This course examines the preparation of a positive learningenvironment. The development and use of equipment withthe children from birth through 10 years of age is explored.Special emphasis on the development of techniques in personalinteractions with children is also examined. Currentconcepts and approaches that directly relate to the mentalhealth of the child and his/her family are explored. Angermanagement and conflict resolution skills are especiallyemphasized through the building of positive environments.Field observations are required and are set by students tomeet their schedules. Group 2 course.CD 204 Early Childhood Curriculum.................. 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): CD 101An active learning approach is used to develop student’s skillsin planning, implementing and evaluating developmentallyappropriate learning experiences for children ages two-anda-halfto 10. Various curriculum areas are covered: science,pre-math, math, drama and music, creative art, sensory,gross and fine motor social studies and language arts. Basicskills and concepts, resource materials and teaching methods(developmental) are explored for each curriculum area. Thereis a strong emphasis on individualizing curriculum using thechild’s interests, modality of learning and intelligence theories.Group 2 course.108 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCD 206 Infant/Toddler Development.................. 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): CD 101This class provides an in-depth study of the physical, cognitive,social and emotional development of the infant andtoddler. There will be a focus on attachment and bondingand how that relates to brain development and later socialand academic development. There will also be an emphasison the connections of pregnancy and early bonding. Studentswill learn how to build foundation relationships that are trustbased. They will also develop skills to help families build arespectful and responsive environment for children. Studentswill learn how to use best practice methods with infants andtoddlers. Group 2 course.CD 220 Childhood Program Management......... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): CD 101This course will examine the administrative fundamentalsof early childhood programs and will include establishment,funding, licensing, staffing, budgets, equipment, philosophyand program planning. Group 2 course.CHMChemistryCHM 101 Introductory Chemistry.......................... 4.0 (3)CHM 101L Introductory Chemistry Lab................... 0.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): MTH 111Corequisite(s): CHM 101 and CHM 101LRecommended prerequisite(s): ENG 111 is strongly encouragedfor online students.A one-semester chemistry course for the non-science majorexploring the language, concepts and methods of chemistry.Topics include atomic theory, chemical periodicity, chemicalbonding, stoichiometry, gases, nuclear energy, and acid/base chemistry. The laboratory will include descriptive andanalytical experiments, focusing on measurement, physicaland chemical properties of materials, acids and bases, laboratoryprocedures and calculations. Science, engineering, andpremedical students must select CHM 150 and 151 to meetchemistry requirements. This course is offered in multipleformats such as online or traditional. Consult with an advisorbefore enrolling. Group 1 lab course.CD 230 Early Language and Literacy................. 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): CD 101This course is designed to teach students how to recognize andimplement appropriate environmental strategies that supportearly literacy development and appropriate early experienceswith books and writing. Emphasis is placed on speaking andlistening, as well as reading and writing readiness. This groupof skills includes expressive and receptive language, conceptsof print and appreciation of literature, emergent writing, letterknowledge, and phonological awareness. Upon completion ofthe course, students will be able to select, plan, implement,and evaluate appropriate early literacy experiences.Group 2 course.CD 290A-E Service Learning Internship 1.0 - 4.0 (1-4)Recommended prerequisite(s): CD 101Placement in a daycare, nursery school, early elementarygrades in grade school or other agencies that deal with children,birth through 10 years of age. The student will have theopportunity to interact with children, assist with planningfor them and evaluate their progress under direct supervision.These credits can be divided over more than one semester.Group 2 course.CHM 150 General Chemistry I................................ 4.0 (3)CHM 150L General Chemistry I Lab........................ 0.0 (2)CHM 150R General Chemistry I, Recitation............ 1.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): MTH 111Corequisite(s): CHM 150, CHM 150L, CHM 150RRecommended prerequisite(s): MTH 121First semester of a two-semester course covering matter andchemical measurement, basic laws, chemical symbols andformulas, stoichiometry and chemical calculations, gases andthe gas laws, thermochemistry, atomic structure, electron configurationsand the periodic table, elements, chemical bondingand molecular structure, liquids, solids, intermolecular forces,and modern materials. The laboratory includes descriptiveand quantitative experiments illustrating the above topics. Therecitation includes problem solving, quizzes and laboratorypreparation to accompany lectures. Group 1 lab course.CHM 151 General Chemistry II............................... 4.0 (3)CHM 151L General Chemistry II Lab....................... 0.0 (2)CHM 151R General Chemistry II Recitation........... 1.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): CHM 150Corequisite(s): CHM 151, CHM 151L and CHM 151RA second semester course covering chemical reactions in aqueoussolution including acid-base and oxidation and reductionreactions, properties of solutions, atmospheric chemistry,chemical kinetics, gaseous equilibria, acids and bases, acid-baseequilibria, pH, common ion effect, buffer systems, solubilityproduct constant, thermodynamics, enthalpy, entropy andfree energy, electrochemistry, nuclear, organic, and coordinationchemistry. The laboratory will cover the above topicsusing quantitative and qualitative procedures. The recitationincludes problem solving, quizzes, and laboratory preparationto accompany lectures. Group 1 lab course.Course DescriptionsFor course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.109
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse DescriptionsCHM 250 Organic Chemistry I................................ 5.0 (3)CHM 250L Organic Chemistry I Lab........................ 0.0 (6)Required prerequisite(s): CHM 151Corequisite(s): CHM 250, CHM 250LThe first semester of a two-semester course covering the chemistryof carbon compounds. Designed to meet the requirementsfor majors in chemistry, chemical engineering, biologicalscience, pre-medicine, etc. Topics include nomenclature,structure, aliphatic compounds, free-radical, nucleophilicsubstitution and elimination reactions, electrophilic additionreaction and mechanisms, alkyl halides, alkenes and alkynes.The laboratory portion will cover fundamental organic laboratorytechniques of synthesis, separation and analysis. Specificassignments parallel lecture topics wherever possible.Group 1 lab course.CHM 251 Organic Chemistry II.............................. 5.0 (3)CHM 251L Organic Chemistry II Lab....................... 0.0 (6)Required prerequisite(s): CHM 250Corequisite(s): CHM 251 and CHM 251LA follow up to CHM 250. Topics include alcohols, aromatics,ethers and epoxides, arenes, carbonyls, carboxylic and sulfonicacids and their derivatives, amines, phenols, aryl halides, carbohydrates,amino acids, biochemical processes, polynucleararomatics, heterocycles, and others together with appropriatemechanistic theories and structural concepts. Instrumentaltechniques discussed include infrared spectroscopy (IR),nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), mass spectrometry (MS),and ultraviolet (UV) spectroscopy. The lab exercises willcontinue the development of organic chemistry laboratorytechnique on both semi-microscale and microscale. In addition,analytical techniques using infrared spectroscopy andgas chromatography will be developed. Group 1 lab course.Visit www.nmc.edu/science-mathfor more detailed information.CITComputer InformationTechnologyCIT 100 Computers in Business-An Intro........... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): Keyboarding skills; CIT 122A orequivalent experienceA first exposure to the world of computer applications in business,this course covers the hands-on use of word processing,spreadsheets, databases, and presentation graphics programs.In addition, the Windows operating system, file and foldermanagement, basic concepts, terminology, and securitythreats will be covered. Group 2 course.CIT 109A Keyboarding I.......................................... 2.0 (2)Whether for personal or business use, knowledge of keyboardingis a must today! This course introduces you to the computerkeyboard. Areas of emphasis include touch keyboardingof letters, numbers, and symbols. Students who already havethe above skills may bypass CIT 109A and enroll in CIT109B. Online format. Group 2 course.CIT 109B Keyboarding II......................................... 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): CIT 109AContinuation of keyboarding skills development which hasbeen acquired in either CIT 109A or previous keyboardingexperience. Emphasis on computers and word processing softwareused in the application of keyboarding skills for personaland business situations, intensive drill work for speed andaccuracy improvement, and use of numeric keypad. Onlineformat. Group 2 course.CIT 110 Programming Logic and Design........... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): MTH 111Recommended prerequisite(s): CIT 122AThis course will prepare the student for programming courses.Topics covered include flow charting, pseudocode, objectorientation, decisions and looping program constructs, collectionsand arrays, and recursion. Lecture topics will bereinforced with hands-on coding, testing, debugging, anddocumentation exercises. Group 2 course.CIT 111 Keyboarding III........................................ 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): CIT 109B, CIT 120A, CIT 120B,CIT 121A, CIT 121BLearn advanced skills and techniques to format a wide varietyof professional-looking business documents. Emphasis is ontimesaving features to produce enhanced documents efficientlyand accurately using word processing software. Supplementaryskill-building drills are used to improve production techniques,keyboarding accuracy, and speed. Group 2 course.CIT 120A Microsoft Word Level IA......................... 1.0 (1)Recommended competency: Basic keyboarding and Windows skillsA one-credit course that focuses on the basic skill sets forMicrosoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification. The skill setsinclude preparing documents, formatting characters and paragraphs,customizing paragraphs, and formatting pages. Theinstructional goal of this course is to prepare students for the110 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGMOS exam in Word. The exam is separate from this course.Online format. Group 2 course.CIT 120B Microsoft Word Level IB......................... 1.0 (1)Recommended prerequisite(s): CIT 120A or equivalent experienceA one-credit course that continues focus on the basic skill setsfor Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification. The skillsets include applying formatting and inserting objects, maintainingdocuments, creating tables and SmartArt, and mergingdocuments. The instructional goal of this course is to preparestudents for the MOS exam in Word. The exam is separatefrom this course. Online format. Group 2 course.CIT 121A Microsoft Word Level IIA........................ 1.0 (1)Recommended prerequisite(s): Word Specialist Certificate orCIT 120B or equivalent experienceA one-credit course that focuses on the advanced skill sets forMicrosoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification. The skill setsinclude customizing paragraphs and pages, proofing documents,automating and customizing formatting, and customizingand navigating n a document. The instructional goal ofthis course is to prepare students for the MOS exam in Wordand the exam is separate from this course. Online format.Group 2 course.CIT 121B Microsoft Word Level IIB........................ 1.0 (1)Required prerequisite(s): CIT 121AA one-credit course that continues to focus on the advancedWord skill sets for Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification.The skill sets include inserting special features and references,creating specialized tables and indexes, working withshared documents, and protecting and preparing documents.The instructional goal of this course is to complete studentpreparation for the MOS exam in Word. The exam is separatefrom this course. Online format. Group 2 course.CIT 122A Computer and Internet Basics I............ 1.0 (1)Students will learn the essential skills required to use a computerwith the Windows operating system. The student willlearn to interact with the Windows desktop to access softwareand data. The course emphasizes the importance of file andfolder maintenance. The course also includes introductions tothe World Wide Web, e-mail and searching. Students completingthis course will master skills required for on-line courses.Group 2 course.CIT 122B Computer and Internet Basics II........... 1.0 (1)Recommended prerequisite(s): CIT 122AStudents will learn additional skills required to use a computerand the Internet effectively. Additional experience with applications,object linking, and embedding is included. Studentswill investigate administrative and management tools withspecific emphasis on security. Students will create and publishbasic web pages using HTML. Group 2 course.CIT 124A Microsoft PowerPoint Level IA.............. 1.0 (1)Recommended Competency: Basic keyboarding,Windows skills.A one-credit course that focuses on the basic PowerPoint skillsets for Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification. Theskill sets include preparing a PowerPoint presentation, modifyinga presentation and using help, formatting slides and insertingelements in slides. The instructional goal of this course isto prepare students for the MOS exam in PowerPoint. Theexam is separate from this course. Online format.Group 2 course.CIT 124B Microsoft PowerPoint Level IB.............. 1.0 (1)Recommended prerequisite(s): CIT 124A or equivalent experienceA one-credit course that continues to focus on the PowerPointbasic skill sets for Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification.The skill sets include creating tables, charts and SmartArtgraphics, using slide masters and action buttons, applyingcustom animation and setting up shows, and integrating,reviewing, protecting and saving presentations. The instructionalgoal of this course is to prepare students for the MOSexam in PowerPoint. The exam is separate from this course.Online format. Group 2 course.CIT 126 Microsoft Access Level I........................ 2.0 (2)Recommended Competency: Basic keyboarding,Windows skillsA two-credit course that focuses on the basic Access skill setsfor Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification. The skillsets include creating database tables, creating relationshipsbetween tables, modifying and managing tables, performingqueries, creating forms, creating reports and mailing labels,modifying, filtering and viewing data, and importing and exportingdata. The instructional goal of this course is to preparestudents for the MOS exam in Access. The exam is separatefrom this course. Online format. Group 2 course.CIT 127 Microsoft Access Level II.......................3.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): CIT 126This course focuses on the advanced Access skill sets forMicrosoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification. The skillssets include designing table structure, designing and buildingrelationships, advanced queries, creating customized forms,creating customized reports, using Access tools and objects,automating and securing Access, and integrating Access data.The instructional goal of this course is to prepare studentsfor the MOS exam in Access. The exam is separate from thiscourse. This is offered in the online format. Group 2 course.CIT 128 Microsoft Excel Level I........................... 2.0 (2)Recommended Competency: Basic math, keyboarding, andWindows skillsA two-credit course that focuses on the basic Excel skill sets forMicrosoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification. The skill setsinclude preparing an Excel workbook, inserting formulas in aworksheet, formatting an Excel worksheet, enhancing a worksheet,moving data within and between workbooks, maintainingworkbooks, creating charts, and adding visual interest toworkbooks. The instructional goal of this course is to preparestudents for the MOS exam in Excel. The exam is separatefrom this course. Online format. Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsFor course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.111
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCIT 129 Microsoft Excel Level II.......................... 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): Excel Specialist Certificate,CIT 128 or equivalent experienceA two-credit course that focuses on the advanced Excel skillsets for Office Specialist (MOS) certification. The skill sets includeadvanced formatting, advanced functions and formulas,working with tables and data features, summarizing and consolidatingdata, data analysis features, protecting and sharingworkbooks, automating repetitive tasks and customizing Excel,importing, exporting and distributing data. The instructionalgoal of this course is to complete student preparation for theMOS exam in Excel. The exam is separate from this class. Thisis offered in the online format. Group 2 course.CIT 155 Personal Computer Maintenance......... 2.0 (3)This course provides a detailed look inside the personalcomputer and is designed for those students that want to learnmore about how the personal computer works. In this coursestudents will learn about the different hardware components aswell as how the computer interacts with the operating system.This course is a great primer for those students that wish topursue the CIT 156 and CIT 157 A+ Certification classes.Group 2 course.CCNA Exam (Cisco Certified Network Associate). The followingtopics are covered in detail: Cisco CLI, IOS, routerconfiguration, routing protocols and Access Control Lists.This course is part of the Cisco Systems Networking AcademyProgram and will integrate online curriculum, classroomactivities and hands-on lab exercises. Group 2 course.CIT 170 Intro. to Database Management........... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): CIT 122A, CIT 128This course introduces database management using MicrosoftAccess. Students will create and modify Access objects includingtables, queries, forms, and reports. Relational databaseconcepts, including normalization and data integrity arestressed. An introduction to application development is alsoincluded. Group 2 course.CIT 180 XHTML Programming............................. 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): CIT 122AIn this course students develop skills in HTML and XHTMLweb publishing. Students create web pages with variations inweb browsers and accessibility requirements in mind. Studentsdevelop skills using cascading style sheets and briefly useJavaScript automation. Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsCIT 156 CompTIA A+® Certification I................. 3.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): CIT 155This course, in conjunction with CIT 157, covers the objectivesof the CompTIA A+ IT Technician Certification exams.CIT156 concentrates primarily, but not exclusively, on theEssentials exam requirements, including: personal computercomponents, laptop and portable devices, operating systems,printers and scanners, networks, security, safety, environmentalissues, communication and professionalism. Group 2 course.CIT 157 CompTIA A+® Certification II................ 3.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): CIT 156This course, in conjunction with CIT 156 covers the objectivesof the CompTIA A+ IT Technician Certification exams.CIT157 concentrates primarily, but not exclusively, on the ITTechnician exam requirements, including: personal computercomponents, laptop and portable devices, operating systems,printers and scanners, networks, security, safety, environmentalissues, communication and professionalism. Group 2 course.CIT 160 Cisco Internetworking I.......................... 4.0 (4)This course, in conjunction with CIT 161, CIT 260, andCIT 261, provides the necessary preparation to pass the CiscoCCNA Exam (Cisco Certified Network Associate). The followingtopics are covered in detail: The OSI Model, LAN topologiesand protocols, logical addressing and internetworkingdevices. This course is part of the Cisco Systems NetworkingAcademy Program and will integrate online curriculum, classroomactivities and hands-on lab exercises. Group 2 course.CIT 161 Cisco Internetworking II........................ 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): CIT 160This course, in conjunction with CIT 160, CIT 260, andCIT 261, provides the necessary preparation to pass the CiscoCIT 185 XML Programming.................................. 2.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): CIT 170, CIT 180, may betaken concurrentlyStudents will be introduced to Extensible Markup Language(XML) technology. You will learn to design field-specificmarkup language describing both the data and its structure.The resulting XML document will be presented in multipleformats by applying XSLT transformations. Group 2 course.CIT 190 JavaScript Programming....................... 2.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): CIT 110, CIT 180, may betaken concurrentlyIn this course students develop web client scripting skills usingJavaScript. Students use variables, decisions, loops, functions,objects, and other programming concepts as they add interactivityto web pages. Group 2 course.CIT 195 .NET Application Programming............. 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): CIT 110The student is introduced to .NET application development.Students use Visual Studio to develop MS Windows applications.Application features will include basic input and output,variables, collections, menus, and integration with databases.Object-oriented concepts, application design, program structure,and proper documentation are also covered.Group 2 course.CIT 210 Spreadsheet Apps - MS Excel............... 3.0 (3)Recommended competency: PC and Windows experienceRecommended prerequisite(s): BUS 105, MTH 23 or MTH 111This course deals with a comprehensive study of the mostcurrent electronic Excel spreadsheet software and the businessapplications which can be created and used with the software.The entry of data with different formats, formula creations,112 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGfile transfer of data, database management, graphing, datatables, solver programs, and an introduction to macros will becovered. Group 2 course.CIT 213 Networking Technologies...................... 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): CIT 155 or CIT 156, CIT 157This course covers terminology, topologies and media necessaryfor LANs and WANs. The OSI model will be studiedand identified to better enhance the understanding of howvarious parts work together. Included is an indepth study ofTCP/IP and the characteristics for maintaining a network,and ensuring its security. This course maps to the CompTIANetwork+® certification exam objectives. Group 2 course.CIT 215 Windows Server Environment............... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): CIT 213In this course students will learn about the latest WindowsServer operating system. Students will learn and install manyserver roles and features. Concepts studied include ActiveDirectory Domain Services, Certificate Services, FederationServices, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy. Students will havean opportunity to work with a Server Core installation andvirtualization using Hyper-V. Account management will bestudied and students will setup users and groups, and configureaccess control lists. This course maps to the Microsoft70-640 MCTS Windows Server Active Directory Exam objectives.Group 2 course.CIT 216 Computerized Acctg. Systems.............. 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): ACC 121This course is designed to give the student experience with settingup an accounting system on the computer. QuickBookssoftware will be used. Accounts receivable, accounts payable,general ledger, inventory, and payroll will be covered. It isrecommended that ACC 121 be taken before this class.Group 2 course.CIT 218 Web APP Programming ASP .NET........ 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): CIT 190, CIT 248, CIT 255Students will create dynamic web pages using ASP.NET.Page designs will use server controls to create common userinterface elements and user controls to achieve site consistency.Students will develop interactive web pages that access andupdate databases using ADO.NET. Group 2 course.CIT 233 Project Management.............................. 3.0 (3)Recommended competency: Windows knowledgeThis course is intended for CIT students and business professionalswho need to manage project activities or resources ontime, on budget, and according to performance standards.Students use Microsoft Project as a project management toolto schedule tasks, and monitor resources, costs, and projectprogress. Group 2 course.CIT 240 Network Security Management............. 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): CIT 213Recommended prerequisite(s): CIT 161This course examines the fundamentals of computer networksecurity and explores current practices for securing network resources.Course content is mapped to the CompTIA Security+certification exam objectives, which include general securityconcepts, communication security, infrastructure security,cryptography and operational/organizational security.Group 2 course.CIT 242 Windows Client Administration............. 2.0 (2)Recommended competency: Basic Windows skillsIn this course students will study the Windows Client operatingsystem. Course topics include: installing Windows; implementingand conducting administration of resources; implementing,managing, monitoring, and troubleshooting hardwaredevices and drivers; configuring and troubleshooting thedesktop environment; implementing, managing, and troubleshootingnetwork protocols and services. Group 2 course.CIT 246 Windows Server Infrastructure............. 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): CIT 215Students taking this course will learn how to setup, configure,and maintain a Windows Server Intrastructure. Topics coveredinclude administering and troubleshooting DHCP, DNS, NetworkAccess Protection, IPSec, and Virtual Private Networks.System performance and reliability will also be studied. Thiscourse maps to the Microsoft 70-642 MCTS Windows ServerInfrastructure Exam objectives. Group 2 course.CIT 247 Windows Server Administration............ 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): CIT 215, CIT 246Students taking this course will learn how to manage dayto-dayserver operations. Server administrators manage theinfrastructure, web, and IT application servers. Students willuse batch and script files to perform many administrativetasks. Tasks performed include software distribution, serverupdates, profiling and monitoring, and troubleshooting. Manyof these tasks will be performed using remote desktop servicesand administrative tools. This course maps to the MicrosoftMCITP Windows Server Administration test objectives.Group 2 course.CIT 248 SQL Server Databases........................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): CIT 185Microsoft SQL Server is used in this course to introduce studentsto enterprise database analysis and administration tasks.Students focus on performance, scalability, reliability, andsecurity as they normalize database designs, enforce data integrity,create indexes and stored procedures, optimize queries,and control database access. Group 2 course.CIT 255 .NET Object-Oriented Programming.... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): CIT 170, CIT 195The student builds on .NET programming fundamentalslearned in CIT 195, focusing on object-oriented conceptsthroughout the course. The definition and use of classes withmultiple properties, methods, and constructors is coveredearly. The student implements encapsulation, inheritance andpolymorphism while creating several applications in VisualStudio .NET. Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsFor course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.113
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse DescriptionsCIT 256 Linux Administration.............................. 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): CIT 156, CIT 157, CIT 213This is a hands on class that covers the concepts related toLinux installation and system administration. Students willinstall and administer a Linux operating system using removablehard drives. It is intended for students who plan to workas Linux system administrators. It is also intended for thosewho plan to take one or more certification tests as part of theirprofessional preparation. Group 2 course.CIT 260 Cisco Internetworking III....................... 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): CIT 161This course, in conjunction with CIT 160, CIT 161, andCIT 261, provides the necessary preparation to pass the CiscoCCNA Exam (Cisco Certified Network Associate). The followingtopics are covered in detail: VLSM, LAN switching,VLANs, VTP, EIGRP, OSPF, RIP2, and WANs. This courseis part of the Cisco Systems Networking Academy Programand will integrate online curriculum, classroom activities andhands-on lab exercises. Group 2 course.CIT 261 Cisco Internetworking IV....................... 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): CIT 260This course, in conjunction with CIT 160, CIT 161, andCIT 260, provides the necessary preparation to pass the CiscoCCNA Exam (Cisco Certified Network Associate). Topicscovered in detail: WAN design, PPP, ISDN, frame relay, ATM,cable, NAT/PAT, network management and CCNA examreview. This course is part of the Cisco Systems NetworkingAcademy Program and will integrate online curriculum, classroomactivities and hands-on exercises. Group 2 course.CIT 275 .NET Solutions Development................. 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): CIT 248, CIT 255Students will create various types of computer applicationsolutions based on the .NET framework, incorporatingcontent from prior programming and database courses. Dataaccess strategies are examined. Standard industry patterns andpractices are emphasized. Software projects are used to demonstratethe software development life cycle. Group 2 course.CIT 280 Systems Analysis & Design................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): CIT 233, CIT 248, CIT 255Recommended prerequisite(s): CIT 215This course is the capstone course in the CIT Developer andCIT General associate degree programs. It introduces the studentto the phases in the systems development life cycle. Studentswill gain practical knowledge in systems analysis throughparticipation in a team-based system development project.Students will conduct a feasibility study, perform requirementsanalysis, and model objects and data. Students will apply theirknowledge of database design and programming, and they willcreate a user interface using elements of both traditional andmodern systems analysis methodologies. Group 2 course.CIT 290 CIT Internship......................................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): CIT 280Work experience is integral, and students are placed in settingsthat utilize their business and CIT skills. Students spend 10hours per week in this paid or non-paid, supervised on-thejobtraining experience. In addition to the required 150 hoursin a CIT site, students participate in semi-monthly seminars.Students must apply one month prior to the semester in whichthey will complete the internship. Group 2 course.CIT 292 Support Specialist Internship................ 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): 27-30 hours in the SupportSpecialist CertificateWork experience is an integral part of the Support SpecialistCertificate student’s program. Students are placed in settingsthat utilize their technical, business applications and interpersonalrelations skills. Students spend 10 hours per week inthis paid or non-paid, supervised on-the-job training experience.In addition to the required 150 hours in a job situation,students participate in weekly seminars. Students must applyone month prior to the semester in which they will completethe internship. Group 2 course.CJCriminal JusticeCJ 101 Intro to Criminal Justice......................... 4.0 (4)An introduction to the criminal justice system and the criminaljustice process, including history, present structure, currentfunctions and contemporary problems of police, prosecution,courts, corrections, and security agencies. Group 2 course.CJ 211 Criminal Law........................................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111This offering will study Constitutional law and the Bill ofRights as they directly relate to the powers and the limitationsof both federal and state law enforcement officers. Currentjudicial case histories are studied so as to better understandthe changes in enforcement policies. The judicial process isreviewed from time of arrest, arraignment, pre-trial, and trialprocedure to the final determination of the case. This courseis offered spring semester. Group 2 course.CJ 241 Interview & Interrogation....................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): CJ 101, placement into ENG 111This course will present techniques and methods of obtaininginformation from victims, witnesses and suspects. It also dealswith the laws and court precedents relative to confessions,statements, and admissibility. Group 2 course.CJ 242 Evidence & Criminal Procedures........... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111An overview of the criminal court system and the process of acriminal proceeding from incident to disposition and appeal,including the rules of evidence affecting the trial of a criminalcase. It also includes an overview of the criminal procedurerules concerning arrest, search and seizure, and interrogationand confession, which regulate law enforcement and protectcitizens’ rights of privacy and presumed innocence. The courseincludes pertinent Supreme Court decision. Group 2 course.114 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCMTConstructionManagementCMT 103 Construction Safety................................ 3.0 (3)Through structured classroom activity, students will learn therole of OSHA in job site safety, demonstrate hazard recognitionand risk assessment techniques, demonstrate an understandingof assured equipment grounding conductor programsand the use of GFCIs, understand proper rigging safety proceduresand demonstrate use of hand signals. Group 2 course.CMT 107 Construction Supervision...................... 3.0 (3)Through structured classroom activity, students will learnabout human relations and problem solving, safety, qualitycontrol, contract and construction documents, document controland estimating, planning and scheduling, resource controland cost awareness. Group 2 course.COMCommunicationsCOM 101 Introduction to Communication............ 4.0 (4)Designed to introduce the student to the basic components ofthe communication process, this course emphasizes interpersonalcommunication, perception, meaning, theory, and anintroduction to mass communication. The direct applicationof theories to the student’s individual career choice or personallife experience is stressed. Group 2 course.COM 111 Public Speaking...................................... 4.0 (4)Designed to acquaint students with the fundamentals of thediscipline and to give them confidence in speech situations,this course considers voice, platform technique, message organizationand audience analysis. Emphasis is upon the formalspeaking situation. Group 2 course.COM 121 Broadcasting Practicum I...................... 2.0 (2)Practical experience in underwriting, announcing, scriptwrit-ing, “on-air” studio operations and the management ofthe non-profit college radio station are all part of this course.Internships with local radio stations may be arranged.Group 2 course.CULCulinary ArtsCUL 101 Today’s Hospitality Industry................... 3.0 (3)This course is designed for students who wish to pursue acareer in the hospitality industry. It introduces the student tosegments of the industry and the different career tracts withineach one. The course will acquaint the student with the rigorsof hospitality and the particular nature of this people-orientedindustry. A foundation course in the study of resort and resortsettings, the course provides the student with an awareness ofthe unique problems associated with the development, managementand marketing of a resort. Also, the seasonal nature ofmost resorts and the challenges presented by this issue are discussed.The nature and unique characteristics of the hospitalityindustry as a career choice are discussed. Group 2 course.CUL 110 Safety & Sanitation................................. 2.0 (2)This course is designed for students who wish to pursue acareer in culinary arts or hotel and restaurant management.With today’s complex safety and health laws, it is essentialas well as required by many firms to have an indepth understandingand certification in safety and sanitation. This courseprovides the students with both. Students study food servicesafety, including fire safety. Students will earn an AmericanRed Cross Certificate in adult CPR. Students also learn allaspects of food service sanitation and earn the NRAEFServeSafe Certificate. Group 2 course.CUL 111 Professional Cookery........................... 6.0 (12)Recommended prerequisite(s): CUL 110An intensive study of foods and cooking, this course exposesthe student to commercial equipment, quality food production,and professional presentation. It provides the studentwith the practice and theory involved in the preparation offoods in a commercial operation. Basic cooking terminology,methods and procedures are introduced. The course also includeskitchen safety and sanitation, knife and equipmentidentification and technique, preparation of stocks, soups andmother sauces, meats, poultry and seafood, and the presentationof a complete meal. Uniforms and knives will need to bepurchased through the department for this course.Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsCOM 122 Broadcasting Practicum II..................... 2.0 (2)This course continues practical experience in underwriting,announcing, script writing, “on-air” studio operations andmanagement. Internships with local radio stations may bearranged. Group 2 course.COM 201 Mass Comm. & Culture.......................... 4.0 (4)This course presents various perspectives on the analysis, evaluationand understanding of communication in mass culture.Emphasis is on critical thinking and analysis of communicationsituations with relevance to the student’s individual careerchoice or life experience. Group 2 course.For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.115
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCUL 118 Introduction to Baking........................... 4.0 (8)This course is designed for students seeking a career in CulinaryArts. In this intensive study of fundamental baking techniques,students will become familiar with baking operationand production. This course covers fundamental pastry anddessert recipes as well as the preparation of yeast dough.Group 2 course.CUL 121 Purchasing and Receiving..................... 2.0 (2)An overview of how food is purchased, received, stored anddistributed is discussed in this course. Focus is on productidentification, availability, seasonality, price, quality, and freshness.The course also includes the purchasing practices andcontrols that help to insure a correct product specification.Proper forms for ordering, issuing, inventory, and cost controlsare used. Group 2 course.CUL 190 Culinary Internship................................. 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): CUL 111, CUL 118, CUL 213and Culinary staff approvalA culinary internship integrates academics with professionalwork experience. Students earn college credit while working infine dining properties, gaining valuable hands-on experience.Students are encouraged to contact the internship coordinatorat least two months prior to the semester they are requestingplacement. Culinary internships are 40 hours per week for aneight-week summer session. Group 2 course.CUL 213 World Cuisine........................................ 6.0 (12)Required prerequisite(s): CUL 111This course is designed for the student who wishes to be aprofessional chef. It comprises the study, preparation andpresentation of foods and cooking methods from selectedcountries. These countries have been selected based on theircurrent popularity in restaurants. In this course, students developa knowledge and basic understanding of ethnic cookingincluding the cooking styles of Italy, France, Mexico, China,and various other Asian and American regions. In the processof learning these multi-national cuisines, the student developsadditional technical skills in the preparation of the differentfoods. Group 2 course.CUL 215 Garde Manger......................................... 4.0 (8)Required prerequisite(s): CUL 111, CUL 118, CUL 213This course is designed for students who wish to pursue acareer in culinary arts. As America’s sophistication regardingfood has increased, it is essential that students training to bechefs be exposed to the most up-to-date cooking and presentationtechniques. Students prepare cold foods for display:pates, galantines, terrines and mousses. Decorative garnishesand other functional banquet presentations are covered in thiscourse. Meat and seafood fabrication is also practiced. Projectsmade will be used and displayed at various functions andevents held at the Great Lakes Campus and at other specialoccasions. Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsCUL 210 Nutrition for Culinary Arts...................... 2.0 (2)This course is designed for students who wish to pursue acareer in culinary arts. Healthy eating is attracting more attentionas Americans struggle with the problems of obesityand disease prevention. In this atmosphere it is essential forprospective chefs to be aware of the needs of their customers.This course presents the principles of nutrition within thecontext of professional food preparation. Various ingredientsand their role in good nutrition, spa cuisine, planning healthymenus and alternative eating styles are discussed.Group 2 course.CUL 211 Menu Planning........................................ 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): CUL 110, CUL 111No one will argue that the menu is the soul of a restaurant.This course provides the student with the understanding ofthe menu as the center of the food outlet, around which isbuilt the facility. Menu theme is the driver for equipmentpurchases, staffing, location and floor plan. An understandingof this complex item is vital to anyone involved in food service.This course is designed to familiarize the student with allaspects of planning a modern menu - from market research tothe physical layout of the document. Various types of menusare covered including A’La Carte, Table d’Hote, Institutionaland Special Occasion. Menus will be analyzed for effectivenessand pricing strategies. Group 2 course.CUL 217 Kitchen & Dining Room Mgmt............... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): CUL 101This course is designed for students who wish to pursue acareer in the food service industry. Its focus is the control ofthe dynamics of the kitchen and dining room in a modernrestaurant. In the highly competitive restaurant business, it isnecessary for prospective food and beverage professionals tohave a thorough understanding of this aspect of the industry.Many restaurants fail because of a lack of coordination betweenthe front and back of the house. The course focuses onthe basic principles of management as applied to kitchen anddining room situations. Other topics include TQM managementtechniques, team building, motivational techniques,stress management, production management, and styles oftable service. Group 2 course.CUL 218 Advanced Baking.................................... 4.0 (8)Required prerequisite(s): CUL 118This course is designed for students seeking a career in CulinaryArts. In this intensive study of advanced baking techniques,students will become familiar with baking operationand production as well as dessert and pastry finishing andplate presentation. This course covers more advanced pastryand dessert recipes as well as the preparation of yeast dough.Pastries, desserts and dessert sauces will be served to guests atLobdell’s, the Great Lakes Culinary Institute’s teaching restaurant.Cake icing and finishing is also included as are tortes,mousses, Bavarians, tarts and other desserts. Group 2 course.116 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCUL 295 Contemporary Service & Cuisine...... 12.0 (24)Required prerequisite(s): CUL 110, CUL 111, CUL 213Recommended competency: Basic keyboarding and computer skillsThis course focuses on practical hands-on training. Studentsrotate through the front-of-the-house and the restaurant kitchenin this intensive semester-long course. Front-of-the-housestudents learn various styles of table, wine and beverage service.Menu merchandising is stressed throughout the course.Guest relations and timing of service are also emphasizedas advanced students serve lunch to guests in Lobdell’s, theGreat Lakes Culinary Institute’s teaching restaurant. Heart-ofthe-housestudents learn classical food preparation preparingdesignated menu items. Other areas covered include recipeconstruction and costing, the use and care of equipment, thepressure of a la carte preparation and service, and the effectivehandling and use of supplies. Group 2 course.DDDrafting & DesignDD 101 Print Reading and Sketching................. 3.0 (4)Students will learn to read engineering drawings of productsand tooling used in today’s manufacturing. Basic drawing formatand layout are presented using product, tooling assembly,and tooling detail drawings. Students learn methods of threedimensional shape description, dimensioning, and tolerancing.Types of fasteners along with related terminology and manufacturingprocesses are presented. An overview of commonmanufacturing processes, material specifications, and weldingsymbols are presented. Students learn the presentation skills oforthographic projection, isometric and oblique pictorial drawingsusing straight line and free hand sketches.Group 2 course.DD 110 Basic Metallurgy..................................... 3.0 (3)This course presents the making and forming of steel and theclassification of steel and cast iron. Mechanical and physicalproperties are presented along with hardness and tensiletesting labs. Principles of alloying, crystal structure, and theiron-carbon diagram help students understand how annealing,hardening, and tempering processes alter the mechanicalproperties of steel. Non-ferrous metallurgy is presented withan emphasis on aluminum. Group 2 course.DD 120 Computer Aided Drafting (AutoCAD).... 2.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): DD 101Students generate two-dimensional mechanical and architecturaldrawings using AutoCAD LT software. Templates arecreated to start new drawings with pre-set configurations andstyles. Drawing and editing commands are stressed as studentsgenerate work-sheets and assignments creating various types ofdrawing views in architectural, inch, and metric units. Drawingarchives and plotting are done in a network environmentsimulating a business. DD 101 is highly recommended to betaken with or before this course. Group 2 course.DD 125 Mechanical Drafting (AutoCAD)............ 2.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): DD 120Students generate two-dimensional mechanical drawings usingAutoCAD LT software with an emphasis on the manufacturing/toolingindustry. Drawings include multi-view orthographicprojection, section views, and auxiliary views with anemphasis on dimensioning methods and practices. Studentsalso create isometric and oblique pictorial drawings. AmericanNational Standards Institute and American Society of MechanicalEngineers standards are stressed. Group 2 course.DD 130 Architectural Drafting I (AutoCAD)........ 2.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): DD 120This course is an introduction to architectural drafting usingAutoCAD software. Emphasis is placed on the development ofsound architectural drafting techniques while learning to applythe AutoCAD software. Students will generate a set of workingdrawings for a residential project including: floor plan,foundation plan, sections, elevations, etc. Group 2 course.DD 131 Architectural Drafting II (AutoCAD)....... 4.0 (6)Required prerequisite(s): DD 130This course is a continuation of methods and techniquespresented in DD 130. Areas of major emphasis include siteplanning, building materials, residential structural systems,and construction techniques. AutoCAD concepts of externalreferences and paper space will be utilized as the student generatesa set of residential working drawings. Group 2 course.DD 150 Detail Drafting......................................... 4.0 (6)Required prerequisite(s): DD 101, DD 125Students generate detail drawings of tooling assemblies withthe application of dimensioning and tolerancing. Computeraided drafting software is used to produce drawings. Studentswork in a network environment simulating a tool designdepartment of a parts manufacturer. Both inch and metricprojects will be completed to corporate, national, and internationalstandards. Projects will progress from static to dynamicassemblies. Group 2 course.DD 160 Tolerancing and GD&T........................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): DD 101This course first presents conventional tolerancing terminology,expressions, and accumulations in both inch and metricformats. Next, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing(GD&T) presents an international system of symbols usedto dimension product or tooling components. The course isbased on the current ASME Y14.5M Dimensioning and Tolerancingstandard. Engineers, designers, drafters, cost estimators,machinists, and inspectors must understand this system. Studentsstudy actual product drawings and make design sketchesof workholding and inspection devices. Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsFor course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.117
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse DescriptionsDD 170 Part and Assembly Modeling................. 4.0 (6)Required prerequisite(s): DD 125This course introduces SolidWorks features necessary tocreate, edit, analyze, and plot 3D models and 2D drawings.Upon successful completion, students will be able to construct3D part and assembly models of moderate complexity, createanimated presentations, and generate 2D detail drawings andassembly drawings with balloons and bill of materials.Group 2 course.DD 240 Advanced Part and Assy Modeling....... 4.0 (6)Required prerequisite(s): DD 170This course presents advanced modeling concepts usingSolidWorks software. Topics include multi-body solids, curves,3D sweeps, lofts, surfaces, core and cavity molds, top-down assemblymodeling, advanced assembly mates, configurations ofassemblies, assembly design tables, assembly editing, troubleshooting,assembly problems, working with subassemblies,advanced sectioning techniques, large assemblies, PhotoWorks,Toolbox, and eDrawings. Students will create part and assemblymodels which require the application of the concepts andtechniques listed above. Group 2 course.DD 290 Drafting Internship.................................. 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): DD 240, a 3.0 minimum GPAin technical courses and instructor permissionThe Drafting Internship will provide on-the-job training forthe student pursuing a career in Drafting. The appropriatesite will be chosen based on the specific sector the studentindicates as their field of choice in the manufacturing draftingindustry. Students will spend 20 hours per week in this paidor unpaid internship for a full 15 week semester. In additionto the 300 hours on the job, the students will be required toattend bi-weekly seminars for additional skills training, groupdiscussion and debriefing. Bi-weekly reports indicating jobspecific skills will be submitted to the internship coordinator.Group 2 course.DD 295 Advanced Manufacturing Project......... 4.0 (6)Required prerequisite(s): DD 240 and instructor permissionThis course provides a capstone experience for AdvancedManufacturing students. They will work in teams to design,fabricate, assemble, and evaluate a mechanical assembly. Teamswill be assigned a specific mechanism with stated parameters.The project will require continuous documentation in theform of a project plan with assigned duties and time lines,3D models with mechanical drawings, process sheets, CNCprograms, and inspection reports. Group 2 course.DNCDanceDNC 101 Beginning Dance: An Exploration......... 2.0 (4)This course will introduce the major disciplines of dance:ballet, jazz, and modern. Basic dance skills will be acquiredthrough the practice of exercises, steps, and techniques. Thiscourse is designed for those with little or no background indance. Group 2 course.DNC 110 Modern Dance I...................................... 2.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): DNC 101 or previous experienceThis course is designed to introduce students to the physicaltraining and the creative thought process involved in executingmodern dance as an art form. This course will consist of technique,improvisation, and creative problem solving throughmovement. Modern dance and its relationship to music andthe historical development of modern dance will also be explored.Group 2 course.DNC 111 Modern Dance II..................................... 2.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): DNC 110 or previous experienceThis course is designed as an extension of Modern Dance I.This class will consist of increasing proficiency in moderndance through extended studies in technique, improvisation,creative problem solving, and performance. Dance history andmotif writing in dance will also be explored. Group 2 course.DNC 120 Choreography & Performance.............. 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): DNC 101 or instructor permissionStudy choreography by participating in an instructor-led choreographeddance, created through structured improvisationand creative problem-solving techniques. Students will alsocreate and develop their own dances through the explorationof a wide range of approaches to choreography. Performanceand its relationship to community and cultural values will alsobe explored. The culmination of the class work will be a danceperformance for the public. Group 2 course.118 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGECOEconomicsEETElectronics TechnologyECO 121 Basic Economics.................................... 3.0 (3)This introductory course in economics will survey the principles,history, organization, and problems of the Americaneconomy. Micro and macro economic topics will be coveredincluding: supply and demand, unemployment, inflation, therole of government, money and banking, the household andbusiness sectors, competition and other market structures,and the labor market. Group 1 course.ECO 201 Principles of Macroeconomics.............. 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 23This principles course surveys basic macroeconomic conceptsand theories, and applies them to current economic problems,policies and issues. Topics include nature and scope of economics,income and wealth, public revenue and expenditures,unemployment and inflation, national income accountingand determination, money and banking, monetary policy, andfiscal policy. It is recommended that students take ECO 201before ECO 202. Group 1 course.ECO 202 Principles of Microeconomics............... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 23This principles course surveys basic microeconomic conceptsand theories, and applies them to current economic problems,policies, and issues. Topics include supply and demandanalysis, productivity and the firm’s costs of production, priceand output determination under different market structures,government intervention in the market, factor pricing, and internationaltrade. It is recommended that students take ECO201 before ECO 202. Group 1 course.EDUEducationEDU 101 Introduction to Teaching........................ 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111This course will serve as an introduction to teaching as acareer. It will provide an overview of students’ behaviors andeffective teachers’ responsibilities preparatory to guided observationand participation in preparation for further study in thefield of education. This course includes 30 hours of classroomobservation in a K-12 classroom. Instructor permission isneeded for non-high school graduates. Group 2 course.EET 103 Electrical Studies I.................................. 3.0 (4)This course examines the fundamentals of electricity, includingdirect current, resistive circuits, electrical terminology,units and component symbols, electrical safety, circuit conductors,wire sizes, circuit protection devices. Electrical safety willbe stressed as well as the use of multi-meters and other testequipment. Group 2 course.EET 104 Electrical Studies II................................. 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): EET 103This course is a continuation of the fundamentals of ElectricalStudies, including direct current, alternating current, writingpractices, inductors, capacitors, and transformers. The useof oscilloscopes and multi-meters and other test equipment.Group 2 course.EET 221 Industrial Controls.................................. 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ELE 105This course studies control circuits, electrical schematics andline diagrams. Motor circuits utilizing motor starters, contactors,timers and counters are used to demonstrate controlcircuitry. Industrial control devices are examined, includingsolid-state control devices, electro-mechanical relays, proximitysensors, photoelectric sensing devices and programmablelogic controllers. Group 2 course.EET 232 Programmable Logic Controllers.......... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): EET 221This course studies programmable logic controllers (PLCs).Basic models and complete applications are applied to controlinputs and outputs of PLCs. Ladder logic and device wiringtechniques are studied, along with advanced program instructionssuch as counters, timers, sequencers and integer moves.Input/output devices are used to examine PLC program logicduring the control process. Group 2 course.EGREngineeringEGR 101 Introduction to Engineering................... 1.0 (1)This is a general view of the field of engineering. Emphasisis on curricula, categories of engineering and the role of theengineer. Required for all first-year students in the engineeringprogram. Group 2 course.Course Descriptions<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.EGR 113 Engineering Graphics I........................... 3.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 122 or MTH 140This course is designed to satisfy the engineering graphicsrequirement for most engineering majors. Topics coveredinclude the principles of orthographic projection, auxiliaryviews, sectional views, sketching; relationship of lines, planesand points in space, space vectors and force systems are discussedfrom an engineer’s point of view. Graphic methods areapplied to problem solving and communication of ideas. Twoand three dimensional computer graphics are used throughoutthe course to reinforce the basic concepts. Group 2 course.For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.119
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGEGR 131 Elementary Surveying............................ 5.0 (2)EGR 131L Elementary Surveying Lab..................... 0.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 122 or MTH 140Corequisite(s): EGR 131 and EGR 131LThis course is designed to satisfy the elementary surveyingrequirement for a student entering engineering. Studentswill learn the theory involved in plane and geometric surveyingincluding both linear and angular measurement, traversecomputations, stadia, topographical mapping and the designof horizontal and vertical curves as related to constructionsurveys. Students are expected to perform lab experiments inwhich they demonstrate their knowledge of concepts learnedin lecture, incorporating the basic skill learned in lecture tofield settings. Care, adjustment, and use of basic surveyinginstruments; leveling, taping, horizontal angle measurements,traverse surveys, transit stadia, method, topographic mappingwith transit; fundamental surveying procedures and officecomputation are all included. Computer spreadsheets andmapping programs are used to facilitate the learning process.Group 2 course.EGR 201 Statics...................................................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): MTH 141Recommended prerequisite(s): ENG 111This is the first in a three course sequence in EngineeringMechanics. This course covers those topics included in thestudy of statics, such as forces acting upon a particle and rigidbody at rest, analysis of structures, frictional forces, centroidsand moments of inertia. Vector algebra and differential calculusare used throughout the course. Group 2 course.EGYRenewable EnergyEGY 101 Principles of Renewable Energy........... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 23 or placement intoMTH 111, ENG 111This course highlights industry and governmental perspectiveson geothermal, wind, solar, biomass, fuel cells, and otherenergy sources. Group 2 course.EGY 105 Sustainable Building Design.................. 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 23 or placement intoMTH 111, ENG 111This course provides an introduction to sustainable buildingpractices and is for those students studying for the EnvironmentalDesign (LEED) Accredited Professional (AP) Exam.Through structured learning activities, the student will learnabout hte structure of matter and the material world, wholesystem thinking, site and natural energy mapping, water resources,building orientation, materials and resources, indoorair quality, innovation and design. Group 2 course.EGY 115 Residential Energy Efficiency................ 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 23 or placement intoMTH 111, ENG 111Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building,the student will learn about the principles of energy, buildingshell construction, air leakage, insulation, windows and doors,heating, lighting, cooling, water heating, health, and safety.Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsEGR 202 Mechanics of Materials.......................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): EGR 201This is the second in a three course sequence in EngineeringMechanics. This course covers those topics included in thestudy of mechanics of materials. This includes stress and strainof engineering materials, torsion, Hooke’s Law, and shear andmoment diagrams, combined stresses, beam deflection, columns,pressure vessels and structural connections. Vectoralgebra and differential calculus are used throughout thecourse. Group 2 course.EGR 203 Dynamics................................................. 4.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): EGR 201This is the third in a three course sequence in EngineeringMechanics. This course includes those topics typically coveredin dynamics such as kinematics, kinetics, work-energy principles,impulse-momentum, Newton’s Laws of Motion, andharmonic motion. Vector algebra and differential calculus areused throughout this course. Group 2 course.Visit www.nmc.edu/science-mathfor more detailed information.EGY 141 Solar Photovoltaic Tech I....................... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): EGY 101Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 23 or placement intoMTH 111, ENG 111Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building, thestudent will learn about PV applications, solar radiation, sitesurveys, system components, cells, modules, arrays, batteriesand charge controllers. Group 2 course.EGY 143 Solar Thermal Tech I............................... 3.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 23 or placement intoMTH 111, ENG 111Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building, thestudent will learn the history of solar thermal heating systems,components, drainback systems, glycol systems, start up andmaintenance procedures, savings and performance estimates,system control, monitoring and testing and solar space heatingdesign. Group 2 course.EGY 145 Geothermal Technology......................... 3.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 23 or placement intoMTH 111, ENG 111This course introduces the basic principles of geothermalenergy production and technology. Essentials on how to utilizegeothermal technology as an energy source will be analyzedand demonstrated. Examples of residental and commercialapplications will be shown and reviewed. Group 2 course.120 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGEGY 151 Solar Photovoltaic Tech II...................... 3.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 23 or placement intoMTH 111, ENG 111Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building, thestudent will learn about inverters, PV system sizing, mechanicalintegration, electrical integration, utility interconnections,permitting and inspection, commissioning, maintenance,troubleshooting and economic analysis. Group 2 course.ELE 131 Electrical Distribution............................. 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ELE 125Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building,the student will learn how to calculate loads on branch andfeeder circuits, sizing of conductors for proper load, selectionand sizing of overcurrent protection, installation of raceways,boxes and fittings, and determine the maximum load allowedon specific wiring devices. Group 2 course.EGY 161 Wind Power Technology........................ 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 23 or placement intoMTH 111, ENG 111Through structured classroom discussion, the student willlearn about wind applications, measuring the wind, estimatingpower output of various sizes, economics of wind generation,evaluating technology, towers, interconnection with the utility,siting, installation, operation, performance, maintenance, andsafety. Group 2 course.ELEElectricalELE 101 Introduction to Electrical....................... 3.0 (4)Recommended competencies: COMPASS placement into MTH111 or higher, or co-enrollment in the appropriate developmentalmath course. COMPASS placement in ENG 11/111 or higher,or co-enrollment in the appropriate developmental English course.This course provides an introduction to electrical. Throughstructured classroom and hands-on skill building, the studentwill learn the orientation to the trade, electrical safety, circuits,theory and an introduction into the National Electrical Code.Group 2 course.ELE 105 Residential Electrical.............................. 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ELE 101Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building,the student will learn to identify and select various types andsizes of raceways and fittings for a given application, performproper hand bending techniques, install conductors, describethe type of information included in electrical specificationsand properly use electrical test equipment. Group 2 course.ELE 121 Electrical Applications........................... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ELE 105Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building,the student will learn the orientation to alternating current,motors, electric lighting, and conduit bending.Group 2 course.ELE 135 Motor Control Circuits........................... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ELE 131Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building,the student will learn how to calculate the power factor of anygiven circuit, use troubleshooting checklists to troubleshootfluorescent and HID lamps and lighting fixtures, size motorshort circuit protectors, test motors and generators, design andbuild motor control circuits. Group 2 course.ELE 141 Commercial Electrical Systems............ 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ELE 135Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building,the student will learn to calculate loads and ampacities forsingle-phase and three-phase feeders, classify lighting fixturesby layout, location, fixture type, and type of service, interpretelectronic system components and schematic diagrams andidenitfy power transformer connections. Group 2 course.ELE 145 Commercial Electrical Controls............ 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ELE 141Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building,the student will learn to recognize the different types ofreduced voltage starting motor controllers, recognize commontypes of motor braking, test motor winding resistances,troubleshoot and repair electric motors, complete cable trayassemblies using terminations and splices. Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsELE 125 Electrical Components........................... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ELE 121Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building,the student will learn the orientation to conductor installations,cable trays, terminations and splices, grounding andbonding, circuit breakers and fuses, control systems andfundamental concepts. Group 2 course.For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.121
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGENGEnglishENG 11 English/Writing Methods 2.0 (developmental)Students will be placed in this course as a result of (2)COMPASS testing or after successfully completing ENG 99.Corequisite(s): ENG 111This course is to be taken concurrently with ENG 111, andhelps facilitate the objectives of ENG 111. Special attentionis given to individual student needs in the conventions ofstandard written prose.ENG 12 English/Writing Methods 2.0 (developmental)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 11/111 or ENG 111 (2)Corequisite(s): ENG 112This course is to be taken concurrently with ENG 112 andhelps facilitate the objectives of ENG 112. Special attention isgiven to individual student needs in the conventions of standardwritten prose, argumentation and research.ENG 97 Fundamentals of Writing 3.0 (developmental)Students will be placed in this course as a result (3)of COMPASS testing.This is a developmental writing course that will help preparestudents for the writing skills demanded in college. Thiscourse is based on the belief that a person learns to write forcollege by writing college-level essays. Therefore, students willwrite four full essays but will do so with lots of support andassistance. ENG 97 will work step by step through the writingprocess and learn how to write well. Though some grammarand punctuation issues will be addressed, the main focus is onthe “big stuff” – the writing process, original and engagingideas, clear organization and full development of paragraphsand essays. Students are required to schedule ten one-hourtutoring sessions through the Writing Center.ENG 108 Critical Reading Strategies.................... 3.0 (3)Students may elect this course as a helpful “entry to college” course;this course may also be required as a result of COMPASS testing.Through readings from other disciplines, the focus of thiscourse is on improving comprehension and vocabulary. Learningstrategies are introduced and then applied to coursework.Study skills taught include note-taking, test preparation,monitoring comprehension, and general techniques foreffective learning. Group 2 course.ENG 110 Grammar & Writing................................. 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 99This course is not a refresher but an intensive inspection ofthe sentence - as it gets used in academic writing. In the eightweeks, students will be invited to think strategically and deliberatelyabout conventions they’ve either missed or acquiredunconsciously. While developing/intensifying syntactical skill,they will also develop a sound and reasonable language aboutlanguage. Group 2 course.ENG 111 English Composition.............................. 4.0 (4)Students will be placed in this course as a resultof COMPASS testing.This is a writing course in which students work to developtheir sense of language as a means of shaping and orderingtheir experience and ideas to develop thought, organizationand clarity in written work. Group 1 course.ENG 112 English Composition.............................. 4.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 111 or ENG 11/111This is a writing course based on critical reading from variousfields. Writing assignments reinforce skills in summary, analysis,evaluation, and synthesis. Emphasis is on argumentation,research methods, and information literacy. Group 1 course.Course DescriptionsENG 99 Introduction to <strong>College</strong> Reading/Writing 6.0Students will be placed in this course (developmental) (6)as a result of COMPASS testing.This is an integrated reading and writing course that givesstudents the literacy skills they need for college-level academicwork. It builds on the reading and writing skills students alreadyhave and prepares them for college composition coursesand reading-intensive courses. It also focuses on grammar,punctuation and sentence construction and variety. ENG99 will cover a broad range of topics and explore a variety ofreadings and writings chosen to help students develop criticalreading, writing and thinking skills.ENG 107 Academic Study Methods...................... 2.0 (2)Students will be placed in this course as a resultof COMPASS testing.This course provides students with the opportunity to developand improve basic college academic survival skills and studymethods. Topics include: introduction to personal learningstyle, learning theory, active listening, time management, testtaking strategies, basic study techniques such as SQ3R, notetaking, improving concentration and memory, and controllingthe study environment. Group 2 course.ENG 210 Children’s Literature............................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 112, may be taken concurrentlyFocus is on developing criteria, terminology and resources forevaluation and selection of good quality children’s literatureand on developing methods for sharing that literature withchildren. The course surveys both picture books and novelsfrom a variety of genres and cultures, and also examines theimpact of social change on children’s literature. Humanitiesor English credit. Group 1 course.ENG 211 Introduction to Linguistics..................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 112, may be taken concurrentlyThis course is designed to acquaint students with moderndevelopments in the science and philosophy of language, andto improve their understanding of culture and language ingeneral. It addresses issues of sound, word formation, syntax,semanties, language acquistion and more. Group 2 course.ENG 220 Technical Writing.................................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 111This course introduces students to a variety of technical writingsituations in business, industry, science, and education. Itemphasizes audience awareness, research methods, problem122 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGsolving, critical thinking, professional ethics, patterns of typicalproposals, descriptions, and the requirements of formalreports used in professional writing. Group 2 course.ENG 221 Creative Writing...................................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 112Study and practice of the basic techniques of imaginative writing,focusing on short fiction but with considerable allowancefor individual interests. The class emphasizes craft while givingroom for creative talent to emerge in response to open-endedassignments. In this workshop seminar, students will exchangehelpful commentary on each other’s writing, as well asexamine professional fiction to analyze how successful authorsachieve their results. The class includes close work with theelements of creative narration: concrete language, story shapeand pace, characterization, point of view and setting. Individualconferences will supplement class activities.Group 2 course.ENG 222 Advanced Creative Writing................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 221More intense and advanced study and practice of techniquesof imaginative prose writing than in ENG 221, which anemphasis on narrative fiction, but offering a wide range ofoptions for individual creativity and interest. As an advancedcreative writing course, 222 places emphasis upon more fullydeveloped narrative manuscripts, moving beyond individualscenes and exercises with individual narrative techniques tocomplete stories and revisions of them. Workshop activitieswill require more sophisticated, directed exchanges amongstudents. Final portfolios are expected to include at least one‘publishable’ manuscript, showing revision stages and selfappraisalof that manuscript in particular and semester’s workin general. At least one full class session is devoted to publicationstrategies. Group 2 course.ENG 223 Apprentice Poetry Workshop................ 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 112Weekly writing exercises, peer critique, and one on onementoring with the instructor provide the foundation for thisworkshop whose goal is agile, well read poets who feel comfortableworking in a variety of forms, as well as reading theirown work out loud. Discussion of required readings, emphasison revision, and experiments to aid the creative process can beexpected during the session. Group 2 course.ENG 224 Journalism Fundamentals..................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111While the history and role of the press are discussed, thiscourse primarily provides the student with theory and practicein news, editorial and feature writing. Press law and ethics willalso be examined. Group 2 course.ENG 228 Advanced Writing & Rhetoric................ 4.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 112, may be taken concurrentlyThis course examines persuasive language of everyday life andcalls on students to reveal, analyze, and critique the subtlerhetorical elements in the texts and voices around them. Thecourse examines how everyday texts or “artifacts” (such as newsprograms, advertisements, church bulletins, political slogans,college textbooks, course syllabi, and other official documents)persuade audiences to believe in a particular reality. Formalwritten analysis will rely on working knowledge of classicalrhetoric (terms and concepts discussed early in the semester).Group 2 course.ENG 240 Introduction to Literature....................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 112, may be taken concurrentlyAn introduction to a variety of literary styles, themes, andforms such as fiction, drama and poetry. Intended to developan understanding and enjoyment of reading as well as anunderstanding of current critical approaches to the study ofliterature. Humanities or English credit. Group 1 course.ENG 241 Mythology................................................ 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 112, may be taken concurrentlyThis course features a study of central and recurring patternsof human concern as revealed in the mythic content of variousforms of literature. Examination of archetypal structures embeddedin works of cultures ranging from ancient Babylonianto contemporary eras is central to course goals and outcomes.Areas to be investigated will include myths of the quest, ofpower, of origins, of love, and of art. Humanities or Englishcredit. Group 1 course.Course DescriptionsENG 242 Women in Literature............................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 112, may be taken concurrentlyThis course features an examination of essays, novels, stories,and poems written primarily (but not exclusively) by 19thand 20th century European and American female authors. Inaddition, the course introduces students to relevant literarycriticism and the historical, cultureal context in which writingby and about women has emerged. Humanities or Englishcredit. Group 1 course.For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.123
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse DescriptionsENG 245 Native American Literature.................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 112, may be taken concurrentlyThis is a general introductory survey course that will explorevarious Native American literary genres, including fiction,non-fiction, biography and critical essays. Students will beencouraged to develop a critical stance toward non-Native depictionof Native literature and to look beneath the “surface”for hidden socio-economic messages. Students will evaluatepast and present expectations of Native American literatureand develop an understanding of new more aggressive andincreasingly pervasive forms of Native fiction and non-fiction.Humanities or English credit. Group 1 course.ENG 254 Shakespeare........................................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 112, may be taken concurrentlyThis course is an introduction to representative major dramaticworks of Shakespeare and the Elizabethan Age, andincludes lecture, film, and discussion. Humanities or Englishcredit. Group 1 course.ENG 256 Environmental Literature....................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 112, may be taken concurrentlyThis course will examine the changing perceptions anddefinitions of wilderness and nature in Western literature andculture. The course will examine and discuss poetry, fiction,and nonfiction by authors, including Wordsworth, Thoreau,Muir, Leopold, Stegner, Jeffers, Silko, Oliver, Abbey, Snyder,and Williams. Students will explore the interaction betweenliterature and environmental issues and activism, and also considerthe impact of nature and wilderness on music, painting,photography, and film. Group 1 course.ENG 261 British Literature..................................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 112, may be taken concurrentlyThis course features an intensive reading of works from Britishauthors representing the entire span of this literary traditionand including works in various genres. It develops a sense ofBritish literature evolution and a facility in careful literarycriticism. Humanities or English credit. Group 1 course.ENG 262 American Literature................................ 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 112, may be taken concurrentlyStudents in this course study the American tradition, early andmodern, in prose and poetry. Selections will emphasize thecultural and intellectual background giving rise to our nationalliterature, the major phases or movements in that literature,and how certain writers transcended those movements to creatework of universal value. Humanities or English credit.Group 1 course.ENG 264 Detective Fiction..................................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 112, may be taken concurrentlyThe primary emphases of this course are reading and writingabout detective fiction and the historical and cultural developmentof this genre of literature. Multi-media story formulasanalyzed include avenger stories, private eye fiction, policeprocedurals, gentlemen thieves, psychic detectives, stories ofmagician detectives and spy fiction. Humanities or Englishcredit. Group 1 course.ENG 265 Science Fiction & Fantasy..................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 112, may be taken concurrentlyThe primary emphases of this course are reading and writingabout Science Fiction and Fantasy stories as they are found ina range of cultural texts like print, motion pictures, radio drama,television, and more. Students will learn to identify anddiscuss mythologies and related symbols, genre and formulaconventions such as icons, stereotypes, rituals, plots, motifs,settings, and more as they investigate the social history of thesestories. Humanities or English credit. Group 1 course.ENG 266 Popular Culture....................................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 112, may be taken concurrentlyThe primary emphases of this course center on the criticalreading of and writing about popular culture and its historicaldevelopment in U.S. and world cultures. Topics to be addressedinclude myth and mythmaking, iconography, stereotypes,rituals, genres and formulas, the mass media and more.Humanities or English credit. Group 1 course.ENG 267 Film as Literature.................................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 112, may be taken concurrentlyThis course offers students the opportunity to examine andcritique a selection of films through discussion and writing byemploying techniques similar to those used in literary analysis.Humanities or English credit. Group 1 course.ENG 271 Adolescence & Cultural Diversity.......... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 112, may be taken concurrentlyThis course provides a study of universal and diverse themesand ideas expressed through adolescent literature. It featuresprotagonists and authors from a variety of cultures, bothwithin and outside of the United States, and emphasizes therelationship between culture and the lives of young people.Humanities or English credit. Group 1 course.For more information on elective literature or writingcourses and when they are offered, please contact theCommunications Academic Office, (231) 995-1175.ENG 263 World Literature...................................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 112, may be taken concurrentlyThis course exposes students to a variety of readings drawnfrom Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, and/or Oceania.While the reading and writing assignments will certainlyrequire close literary analysis, the class will also attempt tosituate the works culturally, historically, and theoretically.Humanities or English credit. Group 1 course.<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.124 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGENVEnvironmental ScienceENV 103 Earth Science.......................................... 4.0 (3)ENV 103L Earth Science Lab.................................. 0.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 08 and ENG 99 or COM-PASS equivalent. Students scoring below ENG 111 levels on theCOMPASS placement test should plan on additional study time.Corequisite(s): ENV 103 and ENV 103LDesigned for the student who does not intend to major ina physical science. Subject matter deals with features of theplanet earth, astronomy, and weather. The laboratory portionincludes a practical study of rocks and minerals as well as astudy of topographic, geologic and weather maps. Field tripsinvestigate landforms in the Grand Traverse area.Group 1 lab course.ENV 104 Life of the Past........................................ 4.0 (3)ENV 104L Life of the Past Lab................................ 0.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 08 and ENG 99 orCOMPASS equivalent. Students scoring below ENG 111 levelson the COMPASS placement test should plan on additionalstudy time.Corequisite(s): ENV 104 and ENV 104LThis course introduces students to the record of life on Earth.The roles of global change, origins, evolution, and extinctionin life history are examined. Great Lakes and North Americanfossil records with Prepaleozoic micro-organisms and Paleozoicinvertebrates and vertebrates are highlighted. Appearance,evolution, and disappearance of dinosaurs during the MesozoicEra, human evolution, and the recent demise of the giantIce Age mammals are analyzed in depth. Laboratory and classactivities are included. Group 1 lab course.ENV 105 Intro to Freshwater Studies................... 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 23, ENG 111, may betaken concurrentlyThis course is designed to provide an orientation to thefield of water studies, with specific focus on freshwater. Thestudents will engage in the field of water studies and exploredifferent career pathways. Invited lecturers from business,education, and community organizations will introduce differenttopics in the field of water studies with a specific emphasison our Great Lakes. Topics include: policy, law, sustainabledevelopment, history, engineering, global issues, health, andcommerce. Group 2 course.ENV 111 Physical Geology.................................... 4.0 (3)ENV 111L Physical Geology Lab............................. 0.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 111Corequisite(s): ENV 111 and ENV 111LThis course explores processes which transform planet Earth.Landforms, minerals, rocks, and geologic structures are examinedin classroom, laboratory, and field studies which focuson these geologic processes and on the techniques of geology.Lab studies apply the methodology and techniques of geologyby introduction of map reading, field and map study, study ofsurficial processes, and study of minerals and rocks.Group 1 lab course.ENV 112 Historical Geology.................................. 4.0 (3)ENV 112L Historical Geology Lab........................... 0.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): ENV 103 or ENV 111 orGEO 105, MTH 111 and placement into ENG 111Corequisite(s): ENV 112, ENV 112LRocks and fossils of North America, the Great Lakes and theGrand Traverse region which reveal the physical, chemical,and biological evolution of the planet earth are explored inclassroom, laboratory, and field studies (including a fieldrequired 4-day field excursion to Elliot Lake, Ontario).Group 1 lab course.ENV 115 Intro to GIS.............................................. 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 23Minimum of 6 cr. hrs from either ENV, GEO, BIO, EGR orinstructor permission.This course explores fundamental principles of GeographicInformation Systems (GIS) and its applications includinghardware, software, fundamentals of map reading andinterpretation. Topics covered include: database concepts,algorithms to manage spatial data, cost benefit analysis, GISproject management, and digital data dissemination methodsusing Internet technologies. Group 2 course.ENV 117 Meteorology & Climatology................... 4.0 (3)ENV 117L Meteorology & Climatology Lab............ 0.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): MTH 23Corequisite(s): ENV 117 and ENV 117LRecommended prerequisite(s): Students scoring below ENG 111levels on the COMPASS placement test should plan on additionalstudy time.Designed to acquaint the student with the science and artof weather analysis, this course includes studies of the basicproperties of gases, organization and composition of the atmosphere,basic energy flow, and general weather phenomena thatresult. Global climates are also investigated. The laboratoryportion presents the function and effect of selected physicalprocesses, and includes the use of weather instruments andweather maps. Group 1 lab course.ENV 131 Oceanography........................................ 4.0 (3)ENV 131L Oceanography Lab................................. 0.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 23 or COMPASS equivalent.Students scoring below ENG 111 levels on the COMPASSplacement test should plan on additional study time.Corequisite(s): ENV 131 and ENV 131LThis course explores the origins, structure, and evolution ofocean basins and their role in global climate dynamics. It shallinclude an investigation of the physical properties that governwaves, currents, tides, air-sea interactions as well as the physicaland chemical properties of seawater. It also explores plantand animal life within the oceans including impacts of humanactivities on the marine environment. Group 1 lab course.Course DescriptionsFor course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.125
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse DescriptionsENV 140 Watershed Science................................. 4.0 (3)ENV 140L Watershed Science Lab......................... 0.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 111. Students scoring belowENG 111 levels on the placement test should plan on additionalstudy time.Corequisite(s): ENV 140 and ENV 140LThis course is designed for the learner who wishes to gain anin-depth understanding of watersheds. It will focus on thephysical and biological systems that are responsible for thequality and characteristics of a watershed. Human interactions,stewardship, management and impacts on our localwater resources will also be explored. The laboratory portionof the course will place emphasis on field investigations andthe analysis of data and water samples collected. Throughoutthe course basic scientific principles will be incorporated.Group 1 lab course.ENV 210 Fundamentals of Soil Science............... 4.0 (3)ENV 210L Fundamentals of Soil Science Lab....... 0.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): ENG 111, MTH 23Corequisite(s): ENV 210 and ENV 210LThis course will explain the fundamental principles of soil scienceemphasizing soil as a natural resource. The many interactionsbetween the soil and other components of forest, range,agricultural, wetland and constructed ecosystems are highlighted.In addition to the physical properties; soil chemistry,water interactions, and biological process will be investigated.Soil taxonomy, management, and human interaction withsoil will also be covered. The laboratory portion of the coursefocuses on mapping and identification of soils in the field andlab analysis of soil properties. Group 1 lab course.ENV 231 Environmental Science.......................... 4.0 (3)ENV 231L Environmental Science Lab................... 0.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): ENG 111, MTH 111Corequisite(s): ENV 231 and ENV 231LEnvironmental Science is an interdisciplinary course investigatingscientific aspects of the outstanding environmental concerns:air, water, and earth alteration; industrial, agriculturaland residential/commercial pollution; and ecological changes.Included are the basics of the chemical cycles and societal factorswhich complicate problem solving. Laboratory incorporatesproblem solving from data accumulated from field trips,lab activities, and research. Group 1 lab course.ENV 270B Field Mapping Techniques..................... 2.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): ENG 111, MTH 23, completionof any Science course with laboratory and instructor permission.This course is a one-week field course. It will focus on the fundamentalsof map interpretation and generation. Students willgain a basic understanding of the principles of cartographyand field mapping techniques employed by various disciplinesin the acquisition of spatial data. Group 1 course.ENV 270C Precambrian Geology of <strong>Michigan</strong>....... 2.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): ENG 111, MTH 23, completionof any Science course with laboratory and instructor permission.This course is a six-day field study of the Precambrian geologyof the western Upper Peninsula of <strong>Michigan</strong>. The class willfocus on rock and mineral identification, economic geology,and the geologic history of <strong>Michigan</strong>’s UP. The relationshipsof ancient bedrock layers to recent surficial geologic processesand their associated landforms will also be explored.Group 1 course.ENV 290A-E Environmental Internships........ 1.0-4.0 (1-4)Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 23 or COMPASSequivalent, ENG 111, and a minimum of 8 hours of ENV,BIO, or GEO courses with a GPA of 2.5 or higher andinstructor permission.Students are placed in a work-related setting with an environmentalor conservation focus. The experience will allow themto apply and expand upon previous courses taken at <strong>Northwestern</strong><strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>. An end result of the field experienceis the synthesis of knowledge acquired to gain a broaderunderstanding of environmental and conservation-relatedissues. Group 2 course.Visit www.nmc.edu/science-mathfor more detailed information.<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.ENV 270A <strong>Michigan</strong> Basin Geology........................ 2.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): ENG 111, MTH 23, completionof any Science course with laboratory and instructor permission.This is a five-day study of the <strong>Michigan</strong> Basin. The class concentrateson Paleozoic rock layers and their included fossils.There is also a section on relationships of rock layers to morerecent geologic processes and their associated deposits andlandforms. Group 1 course.126 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGGEOGeographyHAHAllied HealthGEO 101 Introduction to Geography.................... 3.0 (3)This course emphasizes both the physical and the cultural aspectsof geography. Physical factors such as weather, climate,soil, vegetation and landforms are considered as they determinethe natural resources of a region. Various aspects of humanculture such as religion, language and economic systemsare studied to gain understanding of the ways in which peoplehave used and misused their resources. Group 1 course.GEO 105 Physical Geography................................ 3.0 (3)GEO 105L Physical Geography Lab........................ 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MTH 08Corequisite(s): GEO 105LPhysical geography studies, selected elements of the physicalenvironment: weather and climate, landforms, soil and vegetation.Particular emphasis is placed upon the nature and distributionof physical features throughout <strong>Michigan</strong> with respectto humankind. The lab includes field trips and emphasizes theapplication of physical principles through hands-on study ofminerals, rocks, and soils; in conjunction with map and aerialphoto interpretation. The lab emphasizes the application ofselected physical elements through means of field work, mapand aerial photo interpretation. Group 1 course.GEO 108 Geography of U.S. & Canada................. 3.0 (3)The diverse regions of Anglo-America will be investigatedin this course. We will consider the relationship between thenatural environment, the cultural background, economic conditions,and local problems of the U.S. and Canada.Group 1 course.GEO 109 World Regional Geography.................... 3.0 (3)This course is a study of world regions. For each region we willconsider the relationship between the natural environment,cultural background, economic conditions, and local problemsthat relate to world issues. Group 1 course.GEO 110 Economic Geography............................. 3.0 (3)An examination of the location of various economic activitiesin the United States and elsewhere and a discussion of the differentways of accounting for that location. Various elementsof the natural, economic, social and political environments areconsidered and their relative importance analyzed, with referenceto primary, secondary, and tertiary production.Group 1 course.GEO 115 Intro to GIS.............................................. 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): Minimum of 6 credit hours fromeither ENV, GEO, BIO, EGR or instructor permission.This course explores fundamental principles of GeographicInformation Systems (GIS) and its applications includinghardware, software, fundamentals of map reading andinterpretation. Topics covered include: database concepts,algorithms to manage spatial data, cost benefit analysis, GISproject management, and digital data dissemination methodsusing Internet technologies. Group 2 course.The following courses are appropriate for students in preprofessionalmedical studies in many health careers, and forthose health professionals who wish professional continuingeducation course work. The content of these courses pro-videsa broad background and can be a useful tool in the medicalfield. Students who wish credits from these courses transferredto other college or university health programs should consultwith a <strong>NMC</strong> counselor to facilitate the process. Admission toa <strong>NMC</strong> Health Occupations program is not required to enrollin most of these elective courses.HAH 100C Informatics Essentials............................ 1.0 (1)Recommended prerequisite(s): HNR 102,may be taken concurrentlyThis course will introduce students to informatics in healthcare and, in particular, nursing. Students will enhance theirability to use modern informatics such as computer andInternet resources as well as Electronic Medical Record (EMR)software, in the health care environment. This course is offeredin a hybrid online and face-to-face format. Group 2 course.HAH 101 Medical Terminology.............................. 3.0 (3)The student will learn the basic construction of medical wordsthrough the use of medical prefixes, suffixes, combining vowelsand root words. This foundation will facilitate the understandingof new medical vocabulary encountered in other coursework or work situations. Group 2 course.HAH 120 Infection Control..................................... 2.0 (2)This course details the structure of infectious organisms andmechanisms of disease transmission, including host defensesagainst disease and specific diseases of concern to dental andmedical personnel. In addition, the course provides an overviewof MIOSHA (<strong>Michigan</strong> Occupational Safety and HealthAct) regulations and occupational safety measures as theyrelate to the dental and medical fields. Group 2 course.HAH 200 Emergency Assessment & Intervention 3.0 (4)A comprehensive study of the concepts and practices of firstaid techniques. The course provides training for emergencycare through assessment, critical thinking, implementation,documentation, and evaluation. It also addresses situationswhen injury or sudden illness becomes a threat to life, orproblems develop that endanger physical or psychologicalwell-being. Certification for CPR for the Professional Rescuer,HAZMAT, and Medical First Responder may be earned incooperation with state and/or national agencies. Must be ableto meet patient lifting and equipment requirements. Requiredfor MCOLES Police Academy. Signature required to register.Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsFor course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.127
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse DescriptionsHDADental AssistantHDA 101 Introduction to Dentistry........................ 2.0 (2)Students are introduced to the role of the dental assistant andthe dental team and opportunities for employment. Studentswill be informed of the requirements for certification and registrationand the various organizations and associations withindentistry and dental assisting. Other areas studied will includedental specialties, dental terminology, applied psychology inthe dental office, instrument and equipment identificationand charting. The student will have an opportunity to view adental office to see the set-up and to observe the roles of eachperson on the dental team. Group 2 course.HDA 112 Dental Materials...................................... 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): HDA 120, HAH 120Corequisite(s): HDA 113Students learn the preparation, manipulation, and use ofdental materials commonly found in the dental office. Therewill be discussion regarding the equipment needed, mixingtechniques, and proper usage of waxes, restorative materials,impression materials, gypsum products, cements, metals andtherapeutic materials. Preparation of each material will bedemonstrated. Group 2 course.HDA 113 Dental Materials Lab.............................. 1.0 (2)Corequisite(s): HDA 112This course familiarizes the student with the handling of dentalmaterials commonly used in the dental office. Opportunitiesare provided in the laboratory to develop skills in mixingtechniques, impression taking, construction of study models,bleaching, and acrylic trays. Group 2 course.HDA 120 Dental Anatomy...................................... 3.0 (3)The student will learn the anatomy and physiology of the oralcavity, teeth and head. Students will learn the histology of theteeth and surrounding structures, the bones of the skull, thenerves and blood supply of the head and neck, the muscles ofmastication, and the names and functions of the teeth and oralstructures. This class will also provide detailed information onthe anatomy of the individual teeth. Group 2 course.HDA 140 Oral Pathology/Pharmacology.............. 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): HDA 120The purpose of this course is to familiarize the student withdisease processes related to the oral cavity and to enable thestudent to identify these diseases. The student will becomefamiliar with various drugs and their uses in dentistry, prescriptionwriting and documentation, the sources of drugs,routes of administration, and the conditions that modify thereactions of drugs. Group 2 course.HDA 150 Dental Office Management.................... 2.0 (2)Students are acquainted with the procedures necessary forefficient dental office management. Topics include appointmentbook control, accounts receivable and payable, dentalrecord keeping, third party payment, patient recall, inventorycontrol, telephone techniques, and use of computer hardwareand software unique to the dental office. This course is offeredin the self-paced format. Group 2 course.HDA 160 Dental Emergencies............................... 1.0 (1)This course acquaints the student with the types of emergenciesthat may arise in the dental office. The students will learnthe procedures to follow when medical and dental emergenciesoccur, the importance and significance of obtaining accurateand complete patient histories, the proper emergency equipmentnecessary in a dental office and the maintenance ofthat equipment, the taking and recording of vital signs, basicfirst aid rules, and fire safety. Group 2 course.HDA 170 Preventive Dentistry............................... 2.0 (2)This course deals with educating dental patients in proper oralhygiene and nutrition. The topics of discussion will includevitamins, minerals, fats, carbohydrates, proteins, food groups,fluoride treatments, oral examinations, pit and fissure sealants,public health dentistry, and oral hygiene instructions. Studentdemonstration and participation is emphasized. Fluoridetreatments and a dietary analysis will be learned and demonstratedby students. Two community presentations will bedesigned and presented by each student. Group 2 course.HDA 240 Chairside Procedures............................. 5.0 (5)Recommended prerequisite(s): HDA 101, HDA 120, HAH 120,HDA 160, HDA 242, HDA 243Corequisite(s): HDA 241This course provides the foundation for dental assistant clinicalprocedures performed in both general and specialty dentaloffices. Topics include theory and application of four-handeddentistry; application of infection control procedures; an overviewof procedures and techniques unique to dental specialties;and background information and technical skills performedby the Registered Dental Assistant. In addition, local dentalspecialists serve as guest speakers. Group 2 course.128 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGHDA 241 Chairside Procedures Lab..................... 2.0 (4)Corequisite(s): HDA 240This is the clinical component of Chairside Procedures.Students learn and practice operative and specialty chairsidetechniques in a fully equipped dental clinic. Students assistvisiting dentists during simulated dental procedures. Expandedduties for dental assistants are also introduced in this course.Group 2 course.HDA 242 Dental Radiography................................ 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): HAH 120, HDA 120,HDA 160, HDA 243The fundamentals of radiology as applied to dentistry willbe presented. Special consideration will be given to radiationphysics, hazards, biological effects, protection and quality controlmethods. Basic interpretation and radiographic anatomywill also be included. While extraoral techniques are discussed,emphasis will be given to the proper techniques for exposing,processing, and mounting traditional and digital intraoralradiographs of diagnostic quality. Group 2 course.HDA 243 Dental Radiography Lab........................ 1.5 (3)Corequisite(s): HDA 242Clinical component of Dental Radiography. Students willbe introduced to a variety of radiography techniques andwill learn how to expose, process and mount radiographs ofdiagnostic quality. Requirements include three sets on dentalmanikins and four sets on dental patients. Group 2 course.HDA 251 Dental Assistant Internship I................. 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): HDA 240, HDA 241Students are assigned to dental offices in the community.180 hours of hands-on experience includes chairside assisting;office management; laboratory techniques and expandedfunctions. May take any semester with instructor permission.Included is a one-hour, bi-weekly seminar session.Group 2 course.HDA 252 Dental Assistant Internship II................ 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): HDA 251A continuation of Internship I providing an additional 180hours of hands-on experience. In addition to placement in ageneral dental practice, students observe four specialty settings:oral surgery, orthodontics, periodontics, and endodontics.May take any semester with instructor permission. Includedis a one hour, bi-weekly seminar session. Group 2 course.HDA 282 CDA/RDA Written Exam Prep................ 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): HAH 120, HDA 101, HDA 120,HDA 150, HDA 160, HDA 242, HDA 243, HDA 112, HDA113, HDA 140, HDA 170, HDA 240, HDA 241, may betaken concurrentlyThe purpose of this course is to prepare students and workingdental assistants for the CDA and RDA written exams.Included are review sessions covering General Chairside, InfectionControl, and Radiography for both exams and additionalspecific topics that relate directly to <strong>Michigan</strong>’s expandedfunctions for dental assistants. Group 2 course.HDA 286 RDA Clinical Exam Prep......................... 1.0 (1)Recommended prerequisite(s): HDA 282This course will provide dental assisting students with study/application sessions for the clinical portion of the state licensureexam. Expanded functions of special interest are dentalamalgams, temporary crowns, and dental dams. Must be acurrent dental assisting student or a graduate of a postsecondarydental assisting program approved by the StateBoard of Dentistry. Group 2 course.HFHealth and FitnessHF 101 Fitness Circuit I....................................... 0.5 (1)Introduction to beginning aerobic conditioning through afitness circuit designed for varying fitness levels. Instructionincludes an orientation session, aerobic fitness, strength training,flexibility, and endurance. This self-directed course meetsin the <strong>NMC</strong> Health and Fitness Center using strength trainingequipment, exercise bicycles, and other aerobic equipment.Two hours per week on a flexible schedule. Offered summersonly. Group 2 course.HF 102 Fitness Circuit II...................................... 0.5 (1)Recommended prerequisite(s): HF 101Continuing beginning aerobic conditioning through a fitnesscircuit designed for varying fitness levels. Instruction includesaerobic fitness, strength training, flexibility, and endurance.This self-directed course meets in the <strong>NMC</strong> Health andFitness Center using strength training equipment, exercisebicycles, and other aerobic equipment. Two hours per week ona flexible schedule. Offered summers only. Group 2 course.HF 105 Personal Trainer Certification................ 3.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): HF 101This course is designed to provide theoretical knowledge andpractical skills in preparation for a national certification examin personal training. Topics include guidelines for instructingsafe, effective, and purposeful exercise, essentials of the clienttrainerrelationship, conducting health and fitness assessments,and designing and implementing appropriate exercise programming.Group 2 course.HF 111 Fitness Circuit I....................................... 1.0 (2)Introduction to aerobic conditioning through a fitness circuitdesigned for varying fitness levels. Instruction includes an orientationsession, strength training, flexibility, and endurancewith an emphasis on aerobic conditioning. This self-directedcourse meets in the <strong>NMC</strong> Health and Fitness Center usingstrength training equipment, exercise bicycles, and otheraerobic equipment. Two hours per week on a flexible schedule.Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsFor course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.129
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse DescriptionsHF 112 Fitness Circuit II...................................... 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): HF 111Continuation of aerobic conditioning through a fitness circuitdesigned for varying fitness levels. Instruction emphasizesindividual strength training and flexibility. This self-directedcourse meets in the <strong>NMC</strong> Health and Fitness Center usingstrength training equipment, exercise bicycles, and otheraerobic equipment. Two hours per week on a flexible schedule.Group 2 course.HF 113 Fitness Circuit III..................................... 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): HF 112Continuation of aerobic conditioning through a fitness circuitdesigned for varying fitness levels. Instruction emphasizesindividual aerobic fitness options and the reduction of stress.This self-directed course meets in the <strong>NMC</strong> Health and FitnessCenter utilizing strength training equipment, exercisebicycles, and other aerobic equipment. Two hours per weekon a flexible schedule. Group 2 course.HF 114 Fitness Circuit IV..................................... 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): HF 113Continuation of aerobic conditioning through a fitness circuitdesigned for varying fitness levels. Instruction emphasizesindividual fitness evaluation/workout, weight control, andnutrition. This self-directed course meets in <strong>NMC</strong> Health andFitness Center using strength training equipment, exercisebicycles, and other aerobic equipment. Two hours per week ona flexible schedule. Group 2 course.HF 116 Yoga......................................................... 1.0 (2)Yoga is postural work emphasizing precise, careful body alignmentand maximum spinal extension. Yoga works through theconcreteness of the body to teach balance and integration. Itis an effective way to stretch and strengthen the body. Usingmovement and breath, yoga brings a therapeutic calm to thebody and mind, releasing stress and bringing relaxation.Group 2 course.HF 118 Continuing Yoga..................................... 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): HF 116 or instructor permissionYoga techniques focus on understanding and controlling thebody, the breath, and the mind through exercises (asanas),breathing techniques (pranayamas), and meditation training(quieting the mind and body). Yoga poses are designed to developstrength and give maximum flexibility to the muscular,skeletal, and nervous systems with special emphasis on buildinga strong, supple spine. Benefits include improved circulation,hormonal balance, poise, and a more stable emotionalnature. Learning proper breathing will help you cope withstress and increase your energy level. Wear loose, comfortable,layered clothing and plan to work barefooted. Bringtwo blankets, a mat, and bath towel. Group 2 course.HF 118A Bikram Yoga I.......................................... 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): Good heart health, not pregnantThis is the original hot yoga, 105 degrees, pure, powerful,authentic, unchanged, taught exactly as Hatha YogaMaster Bikram Choudhury intends it to be taught. 26 poses,2 breathing exercises, 90 minutes, plus heat. Meets three timesper week on a flexible schedule. Group 2 course.HF 118B Bikram Yoga II......................................... 1.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): HF 118ARecommended prerequisite(s): Good heart health, not pregnantA continuation of the original Hot Yoga, 105 degrees, pure,powerful, authentic, unchanged, taught exactly as Hatha YogaMaster Bikram Choudhury intends it to be taught. Twenty-sixposes, two breathing exercises, 90 minutes, plus heat. Meetsthree times per week on a flexible schedule. Group 2 course.HF 119 Aerobic Workout..................................... 0.5 (1)Easy to follow choreographed conditioning routines are set tomotivating contemporary music. Get a good workout, releasetension, gain energy, and have fun. Offered summers only.Group 2 course.HF 120 Aerobic Workout I................................... 1.0 (2)Easy to follow choreographed conditioning routines are setto motivating contemporary music and taught for all fitnesslevels. Students will improve their fitness level through cardiovascularendurance, muscle strengthening, flexibility andcoordination. Group 2 course.HF 121 Aerobic Dance I...................................... 1.0 (2)Through choreographed dance movements and contemporarymusic, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, strength andcoordination is promoted. Group 2 course.HF 122 Step Aerobics I........................................ 1.0 (2)This body sculpting and fat burning program provides aunique blend of exercise, bench and resistance training bycombining Vertifirm (hips & thighs), hand held weights(upper body) and low impact, high-energy step routines.Group 2 course.HF 123 Step Aerobics.......................................... 0.5 (1)This body sculpting and fat burning program provides aunique blend of exercise, bench and resistance training bycombining Vertifirm (hips & thighs), hand held weights (upperbody) and low impact, high-energy step routines. Offeredsummers only. Group 2 course.HF 124 Aerobic Dance........................................ 0.5 (1)Through choreographed dance movements and contemporarymusic, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, strength and coordinationis promoted. Offered summers only. Group 2 course.HF 126 Lap Swim................................................. 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): Ability to swim repeatedlaps across a pool.This self-directed course meets twice per week on a flexibleschedule. Use of basic strokes for fitness is reviewed. Emphasisis on aerobic and muscular endurance through swimming avariety of laps. Group 2 course.130 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGHF 127 Lap Swim II.............................................. 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): HF 126This self-directed course meets twice per week on a flexibleschedule. A continuation of the Lap Swim program. Emphasisis on increasing aerobic and muscular endurance throughswimming a variety of laps. Group 2 course.HF 131 Aerobic Dance II..................................... 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): HF 121A continuation of the Aerobic Dance fitness program.Through choreographed dance movements and contemporarymusic cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, strength, andcoordination is promoted. Group 2 course.HF 132 Step Aerobics II....................................... 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): HF 122A continuation of the Step Aerobics fitness program. Thisbody sculpting and fat burning program provides a uniqueblend of exercise, bench and resistance training by combiningVertifirm (hips & thighs), hand held weights (upper body)and low impact, high-energy step routines. Group 2 course.HF 133 Pilates...................................................... 1.0 (2)The Pilates method of body conditioning is a unique systemof stretching and strengthening exercises used to develop long,lean bodies. This program uses floor exercises to strengthenand tone muscles, flatten abdominals, improve posture, flexibility,balance, agility, and coordination. Group 2 course.beginning assessment skills, and documentation. Introducesconcepts related to the environment, maintenance of safety,hygiene, asepsis, skin integrity, mobility, comfort, rest, nutrition,elimination, stress, adaptation, and peri-operativenursing. Group 2 course.HNR 102 Fundamentals of Nursing-Clinical...... 4.0 (12)Corequisite(s): HAH 100C, HNR 101, HNR 108Laboratory and/or hospital experience providing opportunitiesto practice and apply the concepts presented in HNR 100and 101. Includes laboratory demonstration, practice, andevaluation of selected skills related to assessment, hygiene andcomfort, transfer techniques, mobility, infection control, insertionand care of urinary catheters, enemas, nasogastric tubeinsertion, tube feedings, and wound care. Emphasis on basicinformation necessary for the safe administration of medications.Group 2 course.HNR 108 Pharmacology......................................... 3.0 (3)Corequisite(s): HNR 101, HNR 102Students learn safe and effective preparation and administrationprinciples for all drug categories. Principles of biochemicaldrug mechanisms of oral, intravenous, and parenteralprescription drug therapy. Drug interactions, side effects andtreatment of adverse drug reactions are included. Legal statutesregulating drug administration within the scope of the licensedpractical nurse and registered professional nurse are presented.Group 2 course.HNRNursingCompletion all HNR courses require admission to thePN, ADN, or LPN to ADN Nursing Program with theexception of HNR 100.HNR 100 Introduction to Nursing.......................... 1.0 (1)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 111, MTH 111Presents the history of nursing & nursing education. Introducesprofessional nursing values and the attitudes and behaviorsdesired in nurses. Discusses nursing roles, career opportunities,and types of health care delivery settings. Introduces thestudent to legal and ethical issues related to the role and scopeof practice of the licensed practical nurse and the registerednurse. Introduces basic concepts related to professionalism,patient-centered care, health, spirituality, culture, holism, andthe impact of illness on the individual and his/her significantothers. Covers beginning professional communication skills,collaboration, teamwork, and basic teaching/learning principles.Group 2 course.HNR 101 Fundamentals of Nursing–Lecture........ 4.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): BIO 228 w/grade of 2.5 or higherCorequisite(s): HNR 102, HNR 108Recommended prerequisite(s): HNR 100, CIT 122A, may betaken concurrentlyIntroduces the student to the principles and skills necessary toprovide safe, basic nursing care. Presents the nursing process,HNR 125 Lifespan Nursing Lecture....................... 5.0 (5)Required prerequisite(s): HNR 100, HNR 101, HNR 102,HNR 108, HAH 100CCorequisite(s): HNR 126Presentation of nursing management of health care issuesrelated to uncomplicated pregnancy, birth, and neonatalperiod. Introduction of nursing management of commonhealth alterations found in both chronically and acutely illclients across the lifespan. Emphasis will be made on utilizingevidence-based practice to identify appropriate nursing interventionsto achieve the desired outcome for the client basedon their developmental level across the lifespan.Group 2 course.HNR 126 Lifespan Nursing-Clinical..................... 5.0 (15)Required prerequisite(s): HAH 100C, HNR 100, HNR 101,HNR 102, HNR 108Corequisite(s): HNR 125Clinical experiences providing opportunities to apply principlesstudied in HNR 125. Clinical learning environments willinclude the opportunity to apply medical-surgical, pediatric,and obstetric nursing interventions in a variety of settings,including acute care and simulation experiences.Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsFor course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.131
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse DescriptionsHNR 145 Practical Nursing Roles & Issues.......... 1.0 (1)Recommended prerequisite(s): HNR 125, HNR 126Reviews ethical/legal responsibilities of the LPN. Presents issuesand trends related to LPN practice, nursing organizations,continuing education; and licensure. Discusses occupationalopportunities and provides information on employmentsearch, job-seeking skills and transition issues.Group 2 course.HNR 241 Adv. Maternal Child Nursing-Lec.......... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): HNR 247, HNR 248Corequisite(s): HNR 242This course will expose the student to the complex problemsfacing families coping with complications during the childbearing/child-rearingprocess. Characteristics of the at-riskfamily will be explored. These concepts will be applied to areview of complications occurring during the prenatal, intrapartal,and postpartal periods. The course will then deal withcomplex health problems during childhood and will includea discussion on perinatal loss and childhood death. A majortheme throughout the course will be the use of the nursingprocess to promote optimal functioning for at-risk families.Community resources will be explored. Previous content ongrowth and development and cultural considerations will bereviewed briefly and concepts applied through class discussionsand case scenarios. Group 2 course.HNR 242 Adv. Maternal Child Nursing-Clinical.... 2.0 (6)Required prerequisite(s): HNR 247, HNR 248Corequisite(s): HNR 241This course provides for the clinical application of the principlespresented in the co requisite: HNR 241. Students willspend clinical time on the maternity inpatient unit at MunsonMedical Center. A clinical instructor will guide and supportthe student through observational experiences in laborand delivery and all students will have the opportunity to dopostpartum and newborn assessments and care. In addition,four of these hours will be spent in the NICU (NeonatalIntensive Care) setting where the student will observe andparticipate in the care of premature and ill neonates. Studentswill also spend clinical time in a precepted pediatric clinical.16 hours will be spent in an acute pediatric setting (pediatricinpatient unit at Munson Medical Center, Urgent Careor Emergency department) setting observing and caring forpediatric patients. Clinical time will also be spent doing anassessment on a family, assessing growth and development andcommunity resources. Students will also be involved in clinicalsimulations and case studies. Students will participate in theabove experiences by observing and/or directly providing careto at-risk families coping with childbearing and/or childrearingstressors/issues. Risk factors for these families may includedevelopmental and psychosocial factors as well as physicalalterations or complications. Students will apply concepts ofgrowth and development and cultural diversity learned in theirprior nursing courses. Group 2 course.HNR 247 Nursing Mangement of ComplexPatients I-Lec.......................................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): HNR 125, HNR 126, BIO 240,HAH 100CCorequisite(s): HNR 248Presentation of nursing interventions and management conceptsrequired for adult patients with complex medical and/orsurgical disorders. Emphasizes advanced assessment, analysis,nursing judgment, and nursing accountability. The focus is onadult patients with multiple complex requirements. Geriatricconsiderations are presented and integrated throughout.Group 2 course.HNR 248 Nursing Mangement of ComplexPatients I-Clinical................................. 4.0 (12)Required prerequisite(s): BIO 240, HAH 100C, HNR 125,HNR 126, or admission to the Nursing program and successfulcompletion of prerequisite nursing courses with 2.0 or better.Corequisite(s): HNR 247Clinical experience providing opportunities to apply principlespresented in HNR 247. Emphasis is upon refinement oforganization, decision-making, critical thinking, and prioritysettingskills in the care of multiple clients with complexmedical/surgical disorders. Group 2 course.HNR 251 Mental Health Nursing-Lec.................... 2.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): HNR 241, HNR 242Corequisite(s): HNR 252This course is designed to enable the student to better understandbehavior exhibited by persons with mental disorders.Classifications, causes, and symptoms of mental diseases arepresented and treatments such as individual, group, and activitytherapies are explored. Emphasis is placed on the ways bywhich the nurse determines, develops, implements, and evaluatesa therapeutic environment for the client. The implementingof theories of human behavior is the scientific aspect ofmental health-psychiatric nursing; the purposeful use of theself in the performance of care is the artful aspect. The goal ispreventative and corrective impact upon mental illness and therestoration of optimal mental health. Group 2 course.HNR 252 Mental Health Nursing-Clinical............. 1.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): HNR 241, HNR 242Corequisite(s): HNR 251This course is designed for implementation in selected localagencies where the mental health nursing principles taught inHNR 251 may be applied. Group 2 course.HNR 261 Nrsg Mgmt Complex Patients II-Lec.... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): HNR 251, HNR 252Corequisite(s): HNR 262This course builds upon the context of HNR 247 with thepresentation of nursing management of adult patients withcomplex endocrine, hepatic, and autoimmune disorders. Additionally,the course introduces principles of leadership andmanagement as these relate to the delivery of nursing care toa group of patients. The principles of delegation, communication,and priority-setting are reviewed. The course discusses132 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGa variety of nursing management challenges related to teambuilding, managing change, conflict resolution, power and authority,politics and political action, current economic aspectsof health care, legal/ethical issues, and emergency preparedness.Career opportunities, job-seeking skills, NCLEX-RNpreparation, and issues related to role transition are discussedin reference to the graduates’ move into the work force. Thequality improvement process and evidence-based practice areconsidered as students research and deliver a group presentationrelated to a current issue or trend in nursing management.Group 2 course.HNR 262 Nursing Management Clinical................ 4.0 (12)Required prerequisite(s): HNR 251, HNR 252Corequisite(s): HNR 261Clinical experience providing opportunities to apply principlespresented in HNR 261. A variety of clinical units in acutecare and extended care settings are utilized. Emphasis is placedupon organizational skills, including time management, andthe exercise of critical judgment in managing the care fora normal caseload of clients. The process of critical thinkingis the nucleus necessary to achieve the course objectives.Students perform care in the clinical area 24 hours per weekfor 7.5 weeks during the semester. The course is designed topromote a successful role transition from student to entry-levelprofessional nurse. Group 2 course.HPDProfessionalDevelopmentHPD 110 Basic Life Support for Health............... 0.5 (.5)Care ProvidersProvides basic life support training and certification for nursingstudents interested in becoming health care providersto provide them with life support skills needed for clinicalpractice. Group 2 course.HPD 120 Basic Life Support for Professional..... 0.2 (.2)Providers: RecertificationRequired prerequisite(s): Current American HeartAssociation or American Red Cross Life Support forProfessional Provider certification.Provides recertification in Basic Life Support for ProfessionalProvider for students interested in becoming health careproviders who can show previous certification through theAmerican Red Cross or American Heart Association.Group 2 course.HSTHistoryHST 101 Western Civilization to 1500.................. 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111This is the first course in a year-long study of western civilizationsfrom the birth of civilization to the Early Middle Ages.The main instructional goal is to have students demonstratean understanding of the diverse societies and culture of thewestern world. It’s important that students recognize thatwestern civilization includes many diverse cultures and hasinteracted with many other diverse cultures throughout itsdevelopment. In addition, students will analyze the distinctivecharacteristics of western civilizations, identify the achievementsand limitations of western civilizations, and develop anawareness of how contemporary problems were caused by pastforces. As students achieve these goals, they will develop skillsin communication and critical thinking. Group 1 course.HST 102 Western Civilization Since 1500............ 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111This is the second course in a year-long study of western civilizationsfrom the early Middle Ages to the Age of Nation Statesin the 19th Century. The main instructional goal is to havestudents demonstrate an understanding of the diverse societiesand culture of the western world. It’s important that studentsrecognize that western civilization includes many diversecultures and has interacted with many other diverse culturesthroughout its development. In addition, students will analyzethe distinctive characteristics of western civilizations, identifythe achievements and limitations of western civilizations, anddevelop an awareness of how contemporary problems werecaused by past forces. As students achieve these goals, theywill develop skills in communication and critical thinking.Group 1 course.HST 111 U.S. History to 1865................................ 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111This is the first course in a year-long study of U.S. Historyfrom Native American origins to the modern world. The maininstructional goal is to have students demonstrate an understandingof how diverse societies and cultures have contributedto the development of the United States, identify the achievementsand limitations of these developments, and develop anawareness of how contemporary problems were caused by pastforces. As students achieve this goal, they will develop skills incommunication and critical thinking. Students will learn howAmerican society developed from Native American originsthrough Reconstruction, and how society has impacted bothindividuals and groups in America. Group 1 course.Course Descriptions<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.133
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGHST 112 U.S. History Since 1865.......................... 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111This is the first course in a year-long study of U.S. Historyfrom Native American origins to the modern world. A maininstructional goal is to have students demonstrate an understandingof how diverse societies and cultures have contributedto the development of the United States. In addition, studentswill analyze the distinctive characteristics of the developmentof the US, identify the achievements and limitations of thesedevelopments, and develop an awareness of how contemporaryproblems were caused by past forces. As students achieve thesegoals, they will develop skills in communication and criticalthinking. Students will learn how American society developedfrom Reconstruction to the post-Vietnam era, and how societyhas impacted individuals and groups. Group 1 course.awareness of how contemporary problems were caused by pastforces. Students will develop skills in analysis, critical thinking,historical reasoning and writing. Group 1 course.HST 228 The Vietnam War..................................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111This course is a study of the history of the Vietnam War. Theinstructional goal of this course is to have students demonstratethrough discussions and essays how America became involvedin Vietnam, how the war was waged, the war’s effect onAmerican society, and how the war affected Vietnam. Studentswill also demonstrate an awareness of how Vietnamese cultureaffected the war and how Vietnam has affected America’s contemporarysociety. Students develop skills in analysis, criticalthinking, historical reasoning and writing. Group 1 course.Course DescriptionsHST 211 Native American History........................ 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111A history of the Native American experience from the pre-Columbian period to the post World War II era. Majoremphasis is placed upon the social, political, and economicrole of the Native American community in American societyand its unique role as a part of that society. Students will alsodemonstrate an awareness of how contemporary problemswere caused by past forces. Students will develop skills inanalysis, critical thinking, historical reasoning and writing.Group 1 course.HST 212 African-American History...................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111A history of the African American experience from the Africanorigins to the modern era. Major emphasis is placed upon thesocial, political, and economic role of the African Americancommunity in American society and its unique role as a partof that society. Students will also demonstrate an awareness ofhow contemporary problems were caused by past forces. Studentswill develop skills in analysis, critical thinking, historicalreasoning and writing. Group 1 course.HST 213 American Women’s History................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111A history of American Women’s experience from NativeAmerican origins to the Modern Era. Major emphasis isplaced upon the social, political and economic role of Americanwomen in American society and their unique role as a partof that society. Students will also demonstrate an awareness ofhow contemporary problems were caused by past forces. Studentswill develop skills in analysis, critical thinking, historicalreasoning and writing. Group 1 course.HST 225 American Civil War................................. 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111This course is a study of the American Civil War. The instructionalgoal is to have students demonstrate through discussionsand essays the causes of the Civil War in antebellum America,how the war was waged, why the North won and the Southlost the war, how the war affected American society, and howthe war led to Reconstruction. Students will demonstrate an134 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.HST 230 A History of <strong>Michigan</strong>............................. 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111The instructional goal of this course is to have studentsdemonstrate through discussion and essays the distinctivecharacteristics of <strong>Michigan</strong> history, the common characteristicsof <strong>Michigan</strong> history as compared to other states, the identificationof achievements and limitations of Native Americansocieties within <strong>Michigan</strong>, and an awareness of how contemporaryproblems were caused by past forces. This coursecovers the period from the “earliest beginnings” to the “recentpast.” Students will develop skills in analysis, critical thinking,historical reasoning and writing. Group 1 course.HST 235 20th Century Europe.............................. 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111This course is a study of the history of Europe in the 20thCentury with emphasis on Germany, England, France, andRussia. The instructional goal of this course is to have studentsdemonstrate through discussions and essays the distinctivecharacteristics of European civilizations, the common characteristicsof European civilizations, the identification of achievementsand limitations of European civilizations, and howEurope has affected America and America affected Europe.Students will demonstrate an awareness of how contemporaryproblems were caused by past forces. Students will developskills in analysis, critical thinking, historical reasoning andwriting. Group 1 course.HUMHumanitiesHUM 101 Introduction to Humanities.................... 3.0 (3)An interdisciplinary study of Western Culture focusing onthe interrelationships of art, literature, and philosophy as theyreveal the major ideas and values of Classical Greek, Roman,Medieval, and Renaissance civilizations. Group 1 course.HUM 102 Introduction to Humanities.................... 3.0 (3)An interdisciplinary study of Western Civilization focusing onthe interrelationships of art, literature, and philosophy as theyreveal the major ideas and values of the Reformation, Baroque,Neo-Classic, Romantic, 19th Century and Modern periods.Group 1 course.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGHUM 116 World Cultures........................................ 4.0 (4)This course explores the arts and culture of Asia, Africa,Oceania, and the Americas utilizing an interdisciplinary andthematic approach which focuses on painting, sculpture, architecture,textiles, body art, masks, costumes, cultural rituals andsocial customs of each region. Group 1 course.HVAHeating, Ventilation,Air ConditioningHVA 101 Introduction to HVAC/R......................... 3.0 (4)Recommended competencies: COMPASS placement in MTH 111or higher and ENG 11/111 or higher, or co-enrollment in theappropriate developmental Math and English course.This course provides an introduction to heating, ventilation,air conditioning, and refrigeration. Through structuredclassroom and hands-on skill building, the student will learnthe tools of the trade, how to solder and braze copper tubing,piping skills and trade mathematics. Group 2 course.HVA 105 Thermodynamics of HVAC/R................. 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): HVA 101 or its equivalencyThis course provides an introduction to heating, ventilation,air conditioning and refrigeration. Through structured classroomand hands-on skill building, the student will learn thethermodynamics of refrigeration. Students will also learnproper charging procedures and a basic approach to systemtroubleshooting using electrical meters and refrigerationgauges. Group 2 course.with cooling and heat pumps. Students will also learn abouthydronic heating systems and air properties and system balancing.Group 2 course.LWELaw EnforcementStudents must be registered with LWE coordinator priorto enrolling in LWE courses.LWE 102 Police Operations................................... 4.0 (4)The student is introduced to educational and training requirementsfor employment in law enforcement, police communityrelations, the functions and objectives of a police departmentand the police response and responsibilities to the community.Group 2 course.LWE 195 Police Practicum..................................... 4.0 (4)This course will provide Law Enforcement students withthe practical experience of observing five various shifts withofficers. This should insure that candidates will understandwhat law enforcement officers actually do. Recording theexperiences will also assist the student in report writing.Group 2 course.LWE 210 Cultural Awareness/Diversity................ 2.0 (2)Students explore ethics, cultural diversity, interpersonal skillsand the laws as they apply to today’s modern policing. TitleVII or the 1964 Civil Rights Act, Elliot Larson Civil RightsAct, Americans with Disabilities Act, ethnic intimidation, andsexual harassment will also be addressed. Group 2 course.HVA 121 Fundamentals of Heating....................... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): HVA 105 or its equivalencyThrough structured classroom and hands-on skill building,the student will learn air distribution systems, how to calculateproper sizing of chimneys, vents and flues, and alternatingcurrent. Group 2 course.HVA 125 A/C Applications..................................... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): HVA 121 or its equivalencyThrough structured classroom and hands-on skill building,the student will learn about metering devices, accessories andoption equipment, compressors, heat pumps, leak detectionequipment, evacuation methods, recovery requirements andhow to properly charge air conditioning and refrigerationequipment. Group 2 course.LWE 212 Criminal Investigation............................ 3.0 (3)Students will be introduced to criminal investigation proceduresincluding theory of an investigation, conduct at crimescenes, collection and preservation of physical evidence,methods used in police science laboratory, fingerprints, ballistics,documents, serology, photography, and related forensicsciences. Group 2 course.LWE 214 Firearms................................................... 4.0 (8)This course will assist the students in the development ofsafety skills and the appropriate use of firearms in completingthe <strong>Michigan</strong> Commission on Law Enforcement Standards basicfirearms course. Included will be an orientation to firearms,policies, procedures, and liability of firearms use and handsonfirearms range techniques. Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsHVA 131 Gas Heating Diagnostics....................... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): HVA 125Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building, thestudent will learn troubleshooting techniques with oil heat, gasheat, and electric heat. Students will also learn how to troubleshootcooling, heat pumps, and accessories. Group 2 course.HVA 135 Commercial HVAC/R.............................. 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): HVA 131Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building,the student will learn advanced troubleshooting techniquesFor course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.135
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse DescriptionsLWE 215 Defensive Driving.................................... 3.0 (6)Defensive Driving will cover motor vehicle law, its applicationand jurisdiction and vehicle stops. This course will alsoinclude the teaching of driving skills needed by a law officer.Group 2 course.LWE 216 Traffic Enforcement & Invest................. 3.0 (3)Traffic Enforcement and Investigation will include traffic controlenforcement, the law and prosecution of operating underthe influence of alcohol, accident investigation, and trafficaccident evidence collection. Group 2 course.LWE 218 Physical Training/Wellness.................... 4.0 (5)This course is designed to give the students a complete understandingof wellness/physical fitness. The goal of the class is todevelop a mentality that fitness is long term. Includes courselectures on the following topics: fitness and wellness, benefitsand guidelines for exercise, coronary risk factors, stressmanagement,nutrition, weight control, low back care, motivationand behavior change, and various ways to perform fitnesstasks. This class also includes workouts, and testing studentsagainst Cooper Standards. Group 2 course.LWE 225 Defensive Tactics.................................... 4.0 (5)Required prerequisite(s): Students must also be in excellentphysical condition.Students learn subject control with new mandatory guidelinesfrom MCOLES. Students will understand survival mindset,tactical communication, fear/anger management, and postforce incident responsibilities. Student will demonstrate proficiencyin 13 defensive tactics outcomes. Group 2 course.LWE 226 <strong>Michigan</strong> Criminal Law........................... 3.0 (3)The study of substantive criminal law as a means of definingand preserving social order. Sources of criminal law; classificationof crimes against persons, property and public welfare;principles of criminal liability; elements necessary to establishcrime and criminal intent; specific crimes and defenses; andconstitutional limitations are examined. Group 2 course.LWE 227 Criminal Procedures............................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): LWE 226Criminal Procedures will study the administration of criminaljustice, the nature and scope of police power, the concept ofexclusion, laws of arrest, search and seizure and interrogation,the acquisition of evidence, and judicial protection of the accused.Group 2 course.LWE 228 Speed Measurement/PBT...................... 3.0 (3)This course will teach the legal and practical aspects of speedmeasurement and PBT (preliminary breath tester) operations.Class discussions will primarily be based on relationshipbetween excessive speed, drinking and highway crashes. Thecourse will also explore departmental policies and proceduresconcerning speed measurement and PBT use. Students willunderstand and demonstrate basic accident investigation andrelated accident evidence collection. Group 2 course.MDKMaritime DeckMDK 100 Survival at Sea ....................................... 1.0 (2)This course of instruction covers the following: concentratedinstruction and training for the U.S. Coast Guard certificationas LIFEBOATMAN; including the fundamentals of seamanship,small boat handling with power and sail; constructionequipment, and marking of the standard lifeboat; construction,equipment, and operation of inflatable life rafts; abandonship procedures, man overboard procedures, and survivalswimming; the launching and retrieval of lifeboats; sailboatnomenclature and operation. STCW ’95. Group 2 course.MDK 104 Rigging & Ship Maintenance Lab.......... 1.0 (2)The purpose of this course is to provide the cadet an opportunityto acquire practical experience in general seamanship: includingmarlinespike seamanship, line handling; splicing line,splicing wire rope; rigging, block and tackle nomenclatureand use; vessel maintenance, the practical application ofthe procedures and equipment used in vessel upkeep.Group 2 course.MDK 106 Watchstanding I...................................... 1.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): MDK 100The purpose of this course is to provide an opportunity forthe cadet to acquire practical experience in shiphandling withvessels sufficiently large to duplicate shiphandling problemsencountered with much larger vessels. Topics covered includethe general principles of ship control for both single and twinpropeller vessels. Cadets are exercised in line handling, towing,anchoring techniques, landing techniques, and shipboardsafety. Cadets will then advance through the use of simulationto shiphandling exercises dealing with the general principles ofvessel control and the problems of handling a vessel in narrowchannels. STCW ’95. Group 2 course.MDK 111 Marine Communications........................ 2.0 (2)This course is designed to acquaint the student with theGlobal Maritime and Distress Safety System. It includes thebasic layout of the GMDSS, communication equipment requirements,licensing requirements, principles and proceduresfor marine communications, the characteristics of radio wavepropagation, frequencies, and modulation. Included also isthe Morse Code, Flashing Light and general Distress Signals.STCW ’95. Group 2 course.MDK 112 Rules of the Nautical Road...................... 2.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): MDK 100Comprehensive study of the international rules of the road-COLREGS-including their origin, purpose, history, technicalprovisions, and application. Included is a comparative studyof both international and inland rules, their interpretation andpractical application as well as a study of case histories and legalinterpretations resulting from collisions at sea. STCW ’95.Group 2 course.136 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGMDK 121 Navigation I............................................. 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): MATH 122 (FSU)Corequisite(s): MDK 122An introduction to principles of piloting and marine navigation.Includes chart projection, the magnetic compass, chartusage, buoyage systems, aids to navigation, fixes, running fixes,and the use of standard tables. STCW ’95. Group 2 course.MDK 122 Navigation I Lab...................................... 1.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): MATH 122 (FSU)Corequisite(s): MDK 121This lab is taken concurrently with MDK 121 and concentrateson applying the principles of piloting to plotting onthe chart. Chart projection and use will be introduced. Deadreckoning, terrestrial fixes, set and drift, lines of position, andthe use of navigational instruments will be covered. STCW’95. Group 2 course.MDK 149 Damage Control & Safety...................... 2.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): MDK 100This course is designed to give the cadet a comprehensiveknowledge of shipboard safety with particular emphasis on firefighting and damage control. Subject areas include: personalsafety, pollution, U.S. Coast Guard rules and regulations, temporarydamage repair, shoring principles, and practical shoringproblems. STCW ’95. Group 2 course.MDK 200 Ship Business & Labor Relations.......... 3.0 (3)This course provides instruction in the organization, administrativefunctions, and management of a merchant vessel aswell as the systems of operation of ship’s business. It includesthe study of union contracts, grievance procedures and labormanagement relations. Group 2 course.under supervision of licensed officers gaining experience invarious duties and responsibilities. Group 2 course.MDK 221 Lakes Piloting......................................... 2.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): MDK 121, MDK 210Study of the Great Lakes and principal ports; this includescurrents, depths, aids to navigation, prevailing winds and theireffects, recommended courses, shoals, reefs and high trafficareas. Historic analysis will explain current practices.Group 2 course.MDK 222 River Piloting........................................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): MDK 121, MDK 210An indepth study of the rivers, channels, and the aids to navigationin these rivers and channels. The focus will be on therivers that make up the Great Lakes connecting bodies, suchas the St. Mary’s, St. Clair, Detroit Rivers and the WellandCanal. Group 2 course.MDK 224 Navigation III........................................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): MDK 221, MATH 122 (FSU)An introduction to nautical astronomy concerned with thepractical application of celestial navigation, the solving of thespherical triangle, star identification, measurement of time anduse of instruments. This course will cover plane, mid-latitude,and mercator sailings and how to apply them to navigationalproblems through the various time zones. Sunrise, sunset,twilight, moonrise, and moonset calculations for a movingvessel will be covered. STCW ’95. Group 2 course.MDK 204 Marine Supervisory Lab......................... 1.0 (2)This course will provide senior cadets with the experience ofsupervising subordinate cadets. This experience will includejob planning, sequencing of tasks, tools and equipment needed,and personnel required to complete the job. The studentwill experience what it will be like to be responsible for thecrew both in terms of safety and output. Group 2 course.MDK 206 Watchstanding II..................................... 1.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): MDK 210The purpose of this course is to begin to develop a cadet’s pilotingand watch management skills. The use of the ShiphandlingSimulator/Academy Vessels will allow the developmentof the Bridge Team Concept through piloting exercises.Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsMDK 210 Sea Project Deck ................................... 6.0 (6)Required prerequisite(s): Must complete first academic yearwith a 2.0 or better in all required courses.During this course the cadet is on board a Great Lakes commercialvessel, an ocean vessel or the Academy training ship.The cadet follows a prescribed course of study of vessel operations,safety and navigation equipment and techniques. Inaddition, the cadet spends a minimum of eight hours per dayFor course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.137
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGMDK 231 Electronic Navigation............................. 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): MDK 210Corequisite(s): MDK 232An in-depth study of various electronic navigation systemswith emphasis on radar and covering the theory, operation,use and general maintenance of each system. Required course,must be successfully completed before student may receiveRadar Observer Certificate. STCW ’95. Group 2 course.MDK 245 Liquid Cargo Stowage............................ 2.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): MDK 210, MDK 242A study of the tanker industry, and the operational aspectsof the tank vessel; pollution prevention, precautions andprocedures; layouts of different types of tankers; operationssequence and oil tanker construction and terminology. USCGand OPA ‘90 regulations will be covered. STCW ’95.Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsMDK 232 Electronic Navigation Lab...................... 1.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): MDK 210Corequisite(s): MDK 231A practical course to understand the use and operation of aMarine Radar, how to avoid collision situations (Rapid RadarPlotting), use and operation of Automatic Collision AvoidanceSystem, Gyrocompass theory, Loran “C” theory and operation,GPS theory and operation, depth sounder theory andoperation. Required course, must be successfully completedbefore student may receive Radar Observer Certificate.STCW ’95. Group 2 course.MDK 233 Automatic Radar Plotting Aids.............. 1.0 (2)Corequisite(s): MDK 231, MDK 232This course presents the principles and operation of automaticradar plotting aids. It includes the legal aspects of ARPAincluding IMO and USCG standards, the theory of inputand processing characteristics of ARPA, the theory of operation,control functions and adjustments, the acquisition andtracking of contacts, the limitations of and potential errors ofARPA, and special ARPA related features. The cadet will demonstratethe setup and practical use of two actual automaticcollision avoidance radars. STCW ’95. Group 2 course.MDK 241 Ship Construction................................... 2.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): MATH 122 (FSU), completion of firstacademic year with a 2.0 or higher in all required courses.A study of the principles of hull construction as applied to alltypes of vessels. Includes construction nomenclature, criteriaof design, methods of construction, materials used in construction,and the forces acting on the hull. STCW ‘95.Group 2 course.MDK 242 Ship Stability........................................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): MDK 210, MATH 122 (FSU)A study of the principles of stability; righting moment andrighting arm; calculation of metacentric height; inclining experiment;stability computers and tables; practical stability andtrim considerations. STCW ’95. Group 2 course.MDK 244 Dry Cargo Stowage................................ 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): MDK 210, MDK 242Principles and problems of the stowage and carriage of cargo:bulk cargo, container cargo, refrigerated cargo, grain cargo anddangerous cargo; cargo handling operations, both loading andunloading equipment. Cargo stowage plans will be developedand reviewed. Students will critique loads they were involvedwith during their time aboard ship. STCW ’95.Group 2 course.138 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.MDK 250 Stability for the Engineer....................... 1.0 (1)Required prerequisite(s): MATH 122 (FSU), MNG 100,MNG 104, MNG 106Principles, terms and procedures used in the determination oftransverse, longitudinal, and damage stability of ships. Investigationof the physical laws affecting a floating body. Effects ofcargo operation, free surface, fuel consumption, and floodingon vessel stability. Scrutiny of case studies involving bothpartial or total loss of stability. Group 2 course.MDK 311 Sea Project Deck ................................... 6.0 (6)Required prerequisite(s): Completion of second academic yearwith a 2.0 or higher in all required courses.This course is a continuation of MDK 210 and is designedto provide the cadet with advanced knowledge and sailingtime to meet the licensing requirements prescribed by theU.S. Coast Guard and the criteria established by the MaritimeAdministration. STCW ’95. Group 2 course.MDK 312 Sea Project Deck.................................... 6.0 (6)Required prerequisite(s): MDK 311This course is a continuation of MDK 311 and is designed tofurther enhance the cadet’s professional knowledge and sailingtime to meet licensing requirements of the U.S. Coast Guardand the criteria established by the Maritime Administration.STCW ’95. Group 2 course.MDK 330 STCW Elementary First Aid................... 2.0 (2)This course meets the mandatory minimum requirementsspecified under STCW as related to medical first aid and basicsafety training for all merchant mariners. This course is partof the STCW certification process. Cadets will learn to takeimmediate action upon encountering an accident or othermedical emergency. STCW ’95. Group 2 course.MDK 344 Cargo Systems....................................... 2.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): MDK 210, MDK 242An in-depth study of the Great Lakes self-unloading vessel,container vessels, tankers, passenger vessels, regulations concerninghazardous materials, government regulations and therelationship between vessel and shore side operations.Group 2 course.MDK 346 Bridge Team Management..................... 2.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): MDK 206The purpose of this course is to further develop through theuse of the Shiphandling Simulator, the cadet’s watch managementand watch standing skills, bridge team problem solving,and piloting procedures for various confined waterways on theGreat Lakes and other waterways. The cadet will be required
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGto operate the normal pilot house equipment, manage bridgepersonnel, and be familiar with the paperwork required in theoperation of a vessel. STCW ’95. Group 2 course.MDK 348 Pilot/Mate License Prep......................... 2.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): MDK 312A complete review of all professional subjects studied in theMaritime program pragmatically developed to reflect the essentialsof the U.S. Coast Guard examinations. The final gradefor this course is dependent on taking the U.S. Coast Guardexam. Cadets must complete all MDK courses with a 2.0 orbetter. (This class is for GLMA cadets only.) Group 2 course.MFGManufacturingTechnologyMFG 111 Math for Manufacturing......................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): MTH 23 or COMPASS placementinto MTH 111.This course will apply principles of mathematics, geometry,and basic trigonometry to applications in manufacturing.Topics will include proportions, calculation of machine speedand feed and geometric relationships of triangles and circles.Problem solving will require the use of the Pythagorean Theoremand the sine, cosine, and tangent functions to solve righttriangles. The Law of Sines and Law of Cosines will be used tosolve oblique triangle applications. Group 2 course.MFG 212 Computer-Aided Machining (CAM)....... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): MFG 211 or instructor permissionThis course introduces the student to the concepts of computeraided machining (CAM). Students will use CAM softwareto generate programs for the CNC lathe and milling machine.The programs will be created using drawings produced in theCAM system as well as drawings produced in the CAM systemas well as drawings imported from third party CAD or solidmodeling software. The tool path is verified using the CAMsoftware graphic simulation prior to running selected programson the CNC machines. Group 2 course.MFG 215 Machining III, Lathe................................ 3.0 (6)Required prerequisite(s): MFG 114This course offers machining lab experience for students whowant to enhance skills obtained in previous courses. The assignmentswill focus on lathe work which will include threads,tapers, boring, the use of carbide tooling and the four-jawchuck. The student will continue to develop efficient methodsand work to closer tolerances. Group 2 course.MFG 216 Machining IV, Mill and Grind................... 3.0 (6)Required prerequisite(s): MFG 114This course offers milling and precision grinding lab experiencefor students who want to enhance the skills obtained inprevious courses. The assignments will include milling operations,rotary table, OD grinding, and precision surface grinding.The student will continue to develop efficient methodsand work to closer tolerances. Group 2 course.MFG 113 Machining I.............................................. 3.0 (5)The student will be introduced to measurement and the safeuse of layout and bench tools, drill press operations, and basiclathe facing and turning operations. Basic vertical millingoperations will also be included. Group 2 course.MFG 114 Machining II............................................. 3.0 (6)Required prerequisite(s): MFG 113This course will introduce students to machining proceduresbeyond the basic operations. The student should have previouslyacquired basic machining knowledge and skills. Latheprocedures will include threading, boring, and cutting tapers.Milling operations will include the offset boring head, indexing,and keyseats. Students will perform precision grindingof parallel and angular surfaces using gauge blocks and a sinebar. Electrical discharge machining (EDM) will be introduced.Students will study the processes and perform hands on operations.Group 2 course.MFG 211 CNC Programming................................. 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): MFG 113 or instructor permissionThis course will introduce the student to CNC machineprogramming, set-up and operation. Instruction will includecoordinate systems, process planning, cutter compensation,and canned cycles. Students will write and edit programs forthe CNC lathe and mill using conventional G and M code. Inaddition to programming, lab exercises will include set-up andoperation of the CNC lathe and milling machine.Group 2 course.MGTManagementMGT 241 Principles of Management..................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): BUS 101, placement intoENG 111What do managers actually do? This applications-orientedcourse will teach you the basics of day-to-day managerialwork-planning, organization, leading, and controlling. Specialemphasis with realistic scenarios are explored in leadership,communication, planning, conflict, change, strategy, problemsolving, teams and work groups. Group 2 course.MGT 245 Principles of Entrepreneurship.............. 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): BUS 101This course provides practical knowledge needed for entrepreneurswith special attention focusing on creativity, opportunity,and feasibility of a new start up. Sources of fundingand resources for small ventures are addressed indepth in thiscourse to prepare the learner for practical application. Thiscourse primarily focuses on idea generation and start-up ofthe business including risk, funding sources, cash-flow, andawareness of external environmental factors that impact thebusiness. The course project is the development of a feasibilitystudy or related project. Feasibility studies include the extentto which an idea is viable, realistic and the extent to which theentrepreneur is aware of internal and external forces that couldaffect the business. Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsFor course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.139
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGMGT 246 Entrepreneur Marketing & Finance....... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): BUS 101This course is an in-depth focus on the marketing and financeissues unique to entrepreneurs. Marketing topics include nichemarkets, guerilla marketing, strategic partnerships, social media,and e-marketing access to international markets. Financetopics include capital resource options, financial relationshipmanagement, cash flow, pro-forma planning, and strategicownership models. Group 2 course.MGT 251 Human Resources Management........... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): BUS 101, placement intoENG 111Human Resource managers are especially challenged todaynavigating employment waters that require expertise inemployment legislation, recruitment, selection, training anddevelopment, compensation, employee appraisal, labor relations,safety and health. Theory and practice of these topics areexplored with special emphasis on day-to-day applications inthe workplace. Group 2 course.MKTMarketingcreative aspects of advertising will be studied, and students willdevelop an advertising campaign or related project. The globaleffect of marketing and advertising on business and nationaleconomics will be addressed along with ethical issues related totruth in advertising in today’s society. Group 2 course.MLA Modern Language- American Sign LanguageMLA 161 American Sign Language I..................... 4.0 (4)A comprehensive introduction to American Sign Language(ASL), used by members of the Deaf community in theUnited States and parts of Canada. Focuses on conversationin signs, basic rules of grammar, and cultural aspects of theDeaf community with emphasis on use of signing space; useof non-manual components, including facial expressions andbody language/posture and an introduction to finger-spelling.Through acquisition of basic vocabulary and knowledge of basicsyntax, this first course will lay the foundation for studentsto go on to achieve a more thorough knowledge of AmericanSign Language. (No previous knowledge of the topic or fluencyin ASL is required.) Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsMKT 201 Principles of Marketing.......................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): BUS 101, placement intoENG 111This course surveys the wide scope of marketing as it influencesboth profit and nonprofit firms with emphasis onthe marketing concept as a business philosophy. Ethics inmarketing will be discussed. Elements of the marketing mixand the elements of the promotional mix will be studied andincorporated into a marketing plan or a related project. Targetmarketing and segmentation of consumer markets along withconsumer buying behavior will be studied. Group 2 course.MKT 210 Principles of Selling................................ 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): BUS 101, placement intoENG 111This course will prepare the learner with an understanding ofconsumer buying behavior and the role of personal selling asa relationship marketing tool and the importance of the salesfunction to the organization’s success. Ethical and legal issuesin selling, psychological influences of consumer buying, andthe relationship selling process will be discussed in this course.Students will give selling presentations to the class. Studentswill also learn about technology automation used in selling,servicing prospects, and gain an understanding of selling inthe global environment. Group 2 course.MKT 241 Principles of Advertising........................ 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): BUS 101, placement intoENG 111This course will prepare the learner with an understanding ofthe real economic, social and cultural role of advertising andconversely, the impact of society’s values on advertising. Thestrategic function of advertising within the broader context ofbusiness and marketing will be discussed in this course. TheMLA 162 American Sign Language II.................... 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): MLA 161, or instructor permissionContinuation of basic American Sign Language (ASL) andcultural study, with emphasis on further development ofreceptive and expressive skills, fingerspelling, vocabularybuilding, and grammatical structures. Introduces sign variations(regional and ethnic) and encourages more creative useof expression, descriptive adjectives, body language/postures,and the signing space. Group 2 course.MLA 163 American Sign Language III................... 4.0 (4)Note: Minimum enrollment of ten (10) students is required.Recommended prerequisite(s): MLA 161 and MLA 162, orinstructor permissionThis course is designed to further increase your expressive andreceptive ASL abilities. The technical aspects of this course includeproper voicing, code of ethics, analysis of transliterationvs. interpreting, as well as the accurate translation of idiomaticphrases from English to American Sign Language and AmericanSign Language to English. Group 2 course.MLA 164 American Sign Language IV.................. 4.0 (4)Note: Minimum enrollment of ten (10) students is required.Recommended prerequisite(s): MLA 163Students will further develop their use of intermediate levelreceptive and expressive American Sign Language (ASL)vocabulary, grammar, fingerspelling, conversational behavior,deaf culture and ASL linguistics. Group 2 course.140 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGMLFModern Language- FrenchMLSModern Language- SpanishMLF 101 Elementary French I............................... 4.0 (4)Note: Minimum enrollment of ten (10) students is required.A comprehensive introduction to the French language throughdevelopment of the four skills of listening, speaking, readingand writing, while acquiring cultural knowledge and understandingof French-speaking peoples of the world. Studentswill learn communicative strategies to help them speak andwrite in French and interpretive strategies to help them comprehendspoken and written language, all within the contextof cultural concepts and themes. Course is designed as an entrypoint for students approaching the formal study of Frenchfor the first time. Group 2 course.MLF 102 Elementary French II.............................. 4.0 (4)Note: Minimum enrollment of ten (10) students is required.Recommended prerequisite(s): MLF 101, one year of high schoolFrench, or instructor permission.See course description for MLF 101. Group 2 course.MLS 121 Elementary Spanish I.............................. 4.0 (4)A comprehensive introduction to the Spanish languagethrough development of the four skills of listening, speaking,reading and writing, while acquiring cultural knowledgeand understanding of Spanish-speaking peoples of the world.Students will learn communicative strategies to help themspeak and write in Spanish and interpretive strategies to helpthem comprehend spoken and written language, all within thecontext of cultural concepts and themes. Course is designedas an entry point for students approaching the formal studyof Spanish for the first time. Group 2 course.MLS 122 Elementary Spanish II............................ 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): MLS 121, one year of high schoolSpanish, or instructor permission.This is a continuation of MLS 121 and focuses on the expansionof vocabulary and the further comprehension and applicationof grammar and idiomatic usage. Group 2 course.MLF 201 Intermediate French I............................. 4.0 (4)Note: Minimum enrollment of ten (10) students is required.Recommended prerequisite(s): Entry requires MLF 102, ortwo years high school French, or instructor permission.Review of language skills and cultural knowledge alreadyacquired in the elementary level coursework. Further developmentof language proficiency with expansion of oral andwritten communication skills and reading and listening skills.Continuation and deepening of cultural studies throughexposure to and study of a variety of cultural expressions suchas literature, film, music, art, online newspapers and otherforeign language websites. Group 1 course.MLF 202 Intermediate French II............................ 4.0 (4)Note: Minimum enrollment of ten (10) students is required.Recommended prerequisite(s): MLF 201, or instructor permission.See course description for MLF 201. Group 1 course.MLS 221 Intermediate Spanish I .......................... 4.0 (4)Prerequisite(s): MLS 122, two years high school Spanish,or instructor permission.Review of language skills and cultural knowledge alreadyacquired in the elementary level coursework. Further developmentof language proficiency with expansion of oral andwritten communication skills and reading and listening skills.Continuation and deepening of cultural studies throughexposure to and study of a variety of cultural expressions suchas literature, film, music, art, online newspapers and otherforeign language websites. Group 1 course.MLS 222 Intermediate Spanish II.......................... 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): MLS 221 or instructor permissionSee course description for MLS 221. Group 1 course.Course Descriptions<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.141
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse DescriptionsMNGMaritime EngineeringMNG 100 Intro to Marine Engineering................... 1.0 (2)This course is a general introduction to the shipboard EngineRoom. The duties and responsibilities of the engine roompersonnel will be covered. The course will include an introductionto the engine room propulsion systems (Diesel andSteam), and a study of the operation of the ship’s steering gearand deck machinery. This course provides a foundation for thedeck and engineering cadet to build upon in his/her programof study. Group 2 course.MNG 104 Engine Systems Graphics...................... 2.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): MNG 100Corequisite(s): MNG 110The course will introduce the student to the proper use ofmeasuring systems and drafting equipment. The course willdevelop the correct techniques used in the production of multiviewprojection, orthographic representation, auxiliary views,section views, and dimensioning. The student will be familiarwith the correct (ANSI) symbols used in piping, electrical, andfluid power schematics. The student will be instructed in theuse of AutoCAD LT to produce the listed topics. STCW ’95.Group 2 course.MNG 105 Shipboard Information Systems............ 3.0 (3)This course will introduce the student to techniques in brainstorming, consensus building, and decision making. Buildingflow charts for process flow and control will be covered. Usingthe PC aboard ship and in the marine environment will becovered. Maritime specific software such as NS5 will be demonstrated.The effective use of simulation as part of trainingand upgrading will be covered. Group 2 course.MNG 110 Engineering Mechanics.......................... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): MNG 100Corequisite(s): MNG 104Survey of the construction, operation, and maintenance ofshipboard systems. The major emphasis will be on piping,valves, control valves, and pumps. Practical application of theabove items will be supported in the lab portion of this course.STCW ’95. Group 2 course.MNG 175 Refrigeration........................................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): PHY 105, CHM 101This course provides instruction in the operation and maintenanceof refrigeration and air conditioning equipment used onmerchant vessels. It covers the theory of refrigeration and thepractical operation of refrigeration plants. Lecture is reinforcedwith the use of hands-on labs. STCW ‘95. Group 2 course.MNG 210 Diesel Engineering................................ 7.0 (10)Required prerequisite(s): MNG 110A comprehensive course dealing with the development of thediesel engine as it applies to marine propulsion. This courseis designed to cover the construction, operation, and maintenanceof the marine diesel engine and its support systems.142 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.Lecture is reinforced with extensive use of hands-on labs andcomputerized simulations. STCW ‘95. Group 2 course.MNG 221 Marine Boilers......................................... 3.5 (5)Required prerequisite(s): MNG 104, MNG 105, MNG 110This is an intensive study of marine boilers and covers all typesof water tube boilers. Emphasis is placed on construction,operation and maintenance of equipment. Sub systems such asfuel handling and combustion chemistry; air handling; waterpreparation and chemistry; automated combustion systems;and water regulation systems are covered in detail. Specialemphasis is placed on USCG regulations and STCW competencies.STCW ‘95. Group 2 course.MNG 222 Marine Turbines...................................... 2.5 (3)Required prerequisite(s): MNG 104, MNG 105, MNG 110This course is an in-depth study of marine turbine propulsionplants. It covers theory, construction, operation, maintenanceand inspection procedures typically associated with marineuse. Associated systems such as lubrication, exhaust and condensatesystems are also covered. Drive trains, reduction gear,stern tubes shafting and propellers are also discussed. STCW‘95. Group 2 course.MNG 223 Steam Lab............................................... 1.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): MNG 104, MNG 105, MNG 110This is a hands on course intended to reinforce MNG 221 andMNG 222. Students will disassemble, inspect, and reassemblemachinery typical of what is found aboard ship. Machinerycondition will be noted and recommendations made. Machineryrecords will be updated. STCW ‘95. Group 2 course.MNG 234 Electronic Fundamentals....................... 4.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): MNG 104This course bridges the gap between theoretical physics andpractical hands-on technology. Industrial electrical safety,shock hazards, and emergency procedures are stressed. Thecadet receives practical hands-on practice with both digital,analog meters and oscilloscopes. Digital and analog circuits areconstructed and examined both in the lab and with computersimulations. Practical considerations of circuit constructionin the field are discussed in terms of ABS, USCG, and IEEEregulations and requirements. The cadet is also introduced toconcepts of logic with emphasis being placed on the understandingand construction of ladder diagrams and the use oftruth tables for troubleshooting electronic circuits. STCW ‘95.Group 2 course.MNG 235 Electric Machines and Controls............ 4.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): MNG 234Corequisite(s): MNG 236This course covers the theory, application, operation, andmaintenance of rotating machines as typically found aboardU.S. Merchant Ships and related industrial applications. Generators(DC and AC) motors (DC, multiple and single phaseAC) transformers and related equipment are covered. Specialattention is given to magnet relay and electronic logic controlcircuits. Regulations specific to CFR title 46 and IEEE arereviewed. STCW ’95. Group 2 course.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGMNG 236 Electric Machines & Controls Lab......... 2.0 (4)Corerequisite(s): MNG 235This course is a companion class to MNG 235. Course materialis reinforced with practical hands-on experience withuniversal electrical lab machinery. The operating characteristicsof typical rotating machines are studied. Special attentionis given to problems associated with multiple generator ACdistribution. Safe and effective troubleshooting techniquesare practiced on live 110/208 volt electrical control systems.STCW ’95. Group 2 course.MNG 250 Unloading Systems................................. 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): MNG 110This course will introduce the cadet to the shipboard UnloadingSystems used aboard Great Lakes Bulk Carriers. The cadetwill study the operation and maintenance of this unloadingequipment. This instruction is supported by work in the lab.A review of Pollution Regulations will also be covered. STCW‘95. Group 2 course.MNG 315 Engineering Sea Project I ..................... 6.0 (6)Required prerequisite(s): Completion of first academic year witha 2.0 or higher in all required courses.During this course the cadet is on board a Great Lakes commercialvessel. The cadet follows a prescribed course of studyof vessel operations with particular emphasis on the engineroom and auxiliary equipment, including safety requirements.In addition, the cadet spends a minimum of eight hours a dayunder the supervision of a licensed officer gaining experiencein various engineering duties and responsibilities.STCW ’95. Group 2 course.MNG 316 Engineering Sea Project II..................... 9.0 (9)Required prerequisite(s): Completion of second academic year witha 2.0 or higher in all required courses.During this course, the cadet is on board a Great Lakes commercialvessel. The cadet follows a prescribed course of studyof vessel operations with particular emphasis on the engineroom and auxiliary equipment, including safety requirements.In addition, the cadet spends a minimum of eight hours a dayunder the supervision of a licensed officer gaining experiencein the various engineering duties and responsibilities. Thiscourse is a continuation of MNG 315 and is designed toenhance the cadet’s professional knowledge and sailing timeto meet the licensing requirements of the U.S. Coast Guard,STCW and the criteria established by the Maritime Administration.STCW ’95. Group 2 course.MNG 317 Engineering Sea Project I...................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): MDK 149, MNG 210 orinstructor permissionDuring this course the cadet is on board the TS State of<strong>Michigan</strong>. The cadet follows a prescribed course of study invessel operations with particular emphasis on engine room andauxiliary equipment, including safety requirements. In addition,the cadet spends eight hours a day under the supervisionof a licensed officer gaining experience in various engineeringduties and responsibilities. STCW ‘95. Group 2 course.MNG 318 Engineering Sea Project II..................... 6.0 (6)Required prerequisite(s): MNG 221, MNG 222, MNG 223,MNG 317This course is a continuation of MNG 317 and is designed toprovide the cadet with advanced knowledge and sailing timeto meet the licensing requirements of the U.S. Coast Guard,STCW and the criteria established by the Maritime Administration.STCW ‘95. Group 2 course.MNG 319 Engineering Sea Project III.................... 6.0 (6)Required prerequisite(s): MNG 318This course is a continuation of MNG 318 and is designed toprovide the cadet with advanced knowledge and sailing timeto meet the licensing requirements of the U.S. Coast Guard,STCW and the criteria established by the Maritime Administration.STCW ‘95. Group 2 course.MNG 355 Watchstanding........................................ 2.0 (2)Corequisite(s): MNG 355, MNG 396Engineering simulators are used to strengthen the watchstandingskills of the engineering cadet. The cadet will be requiredto operate shipboard systems, manage engine room personnel,and become familiar with the paper work required in theoperation of a modern engine room. Group 2 course.MNG 366 Engine Room Business.......................... 2.0 (2)Corequisite(s): MNG 355, MNG 396Cadets are introduced to the every day management andadministrative activities confronting the Marine Engineer. Thecadet will be introduced to management and personnel skillsnecessary to deal with people problems peculiar to the marineenvironment. General issues of alcohol, drug abuse, and sexualharassment in the marine environment will be discussed andplaced in perspective with USCG and STCW protocols.Other necessary skills such as program planning, flow-charting,recordkeeping, etc., will be introduced and practiced inscenarios. Legal considerations for the ship’s officer such as logbooks, union contracts, certificates, evaluations, inspections,regulations, etc., will be introduced and discussed.Group 2 course.MNG 396 License Preparation Engine................... 2.0 (2)Corequisite(s): MNG 355, MNG 396A complete review of all professional subjects studied in theMaritime Engineering program. This course is designed tocover the essentials of the Third Assistant Engineer’s examinationadministered by the U.S. Coast Guard. The final gradefor this course is dependent on taking the U.S.Coast Guardlicense exam. Group 2 course.<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.Course DescriptionsFor course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.143
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse DescriptionsMNSNaval ScienceMNS 100 Naval Science......................................... 2.0 (2)This course is required of all Maritime Academy cadets and isan introduction to Naval Science specifically oriented towardMerchant Marine officers. It is intended to familiarize studentswith the role of the Merchant Marine in national defense andpolicy and with the various concepts of cooperation betweenthe Navy and the Merchant Marine industry.Group 2 course.MNS 200 Naval Science II...................................... 2.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): MNS 100This course is required of all Maritime Academy cadets whoare Midshipmen in the Merchant Marine Reserve/U.S. NavalReserve program. It familiarizes the student with the navalmissions and heritage and assists the Merchant Marine officerin making the transition from civilian to sailor.Group 2 course.MNS 250 Leadership and Ethics............................ 2.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): MNS 200 or instructor permissionThis course is required of all Maritime Academy cadets whoare midshipmen in the Merchant Marine Reserve/U.S. NavalReserve program. It introduces students to western moraltraditions and ethical philosophy with a variety of topics, suchas military leadership, core values, and professional ethics thatwill prepare them for their role and responsibilities as a leaderin the U.S. Navy of the 21st century. Group 2 course.MTHMathematicsStudents are REQUIRED to have and learn to use a TI-84graphing calculator for ALL math classes.MTH 06 Basic Numerical Skills....... 2.0 (non-credit) (2)Required prerequisite(s): COMPASS placementCorequisite(s): MTH 08This course is taken along with MTH 08. This course is designedto emphasize the thorough development of arithmeticconcepts and basic numerical skill mastery. Hands-on activitiesapplied and real-world applications will be stressed.MTH 08 Pre-Algebra........................ 4.0 (non-credit) (4)Required prerequisite(s): COMPASS placementSmall study groups work in write-in texts in guided discoveryformat, along with short lectures. Significant use and instructionof TI-84 calculator. This course covers all basic operationswith fractions and decimal fractions. There is good coverage ofspecial denominator fractions such as percent, ppm, and ppb.Proportions and ratios are used to introduce rational numbers.There is a survey of metric and English measurement systemswith thorough treatment of dimensional analysis in each.Conversion factors and proportions are both used for expandingfractions and for dimensional analysis. Other topics integratedthroughout the course include: scientific notation andlarge number nomenclature, prime number theory and primefactorization, integers, basic geometry of angles, area andperimeter of rectangles, triangles and circles, volume and surfacearea of cubes and rectangular prisms. Metric and Englishmass units are introduced as are related topics such as density.Variables are used in order to introduce algebraic concepts. Analgebraic approach is used for solving proportions and otherequations. The function concept is used in each course unitusing the graph and table utilities of graphing calculator.MTH 10 Beginning........................... 2.0 (non-credit) (2)Algebra SkillsRequired prerequisite(s): MTH 08 with a 2.0 grade or higheror appropriate placement score.Corequisite(s): MTH 23This course is taken along with MTH 23 and is designed toemphasize the thorough development of the arithmetic of fractionsand integers along with fraction thinking and problemsolving. Other topics that are integrated throughout the courseinclude: rational numbers, the properties of integral exponents,addition, subtraction, and multiplication of polynomialsand factoring of polynomials. Solving linear equations,quadratic equations, and proportions are also covered. Functionnotation is introduced and used throughout the courseand basic graphing of linear functions is covered, includingslope, x- and y-intercepts. Problem solving is stressed, includingunit conversions and mixture problems.MTH 11 Intermediate....................... 2.0 (non-credit) (2)Algebra SkillsRequired prerequisite(s): MTH 08 with a 2.0 grade or higheror appropriate placement score.Corequisite(s): MTH 111This course is taken along with MTH 111 and is designed toreview fraction thinking and problem solving. Other topicsintegrated throughout the course include: elementary set notation,a description of the Real number system and its majorsubsets, and an introduction to the Complex number system.Solving linear, quadratic, and rational equations and inequalities,as well as radical equations and systems of equations arealso covered. Matrices are introduced; properties of integralexponents are reviewed and extended to rational exponents.Pre-Intermediate Algebra also covers simplifying, adding,subtracting, and multiplying radicals. Problem solving andthe function concept are integrated throughout.MTH 23 Beginning Algebra............. 4.0 (non-credit) (4)Required prerequisite(s): MTH 08 with a 2.0 grade or higheror appropriate placement score.The course covers the arithmetic of integers and rationalnumbers, the properties of integral exponents, addition,subtraction, and multiplication of polynomials and factoringof polynomials. Solving linear equations, quadratic equations,and proportions is also covered. Function notation is introducedand used throughout the course and basic graphing oflinear functions is covered, including slope, x and y-intercepts.Problem solving is stressed, including unit conversions.144 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGMTH 106 Math for Elementary Teachers I ........... 4.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): MTH 111 or higher (excluding MTH131 and MTH 206) or appropriate placement score.This course places an emphasis on the structure of elementarymathematics. Content includes problem solving and criticalthinking using Polya’s four-step process, sets and set operations,relations, whole numbers, integers, rational numbers,irrational numbers, arithmetic algorithms in base ten and inother bases, properties of numbers, least common multiples,greatest common factors, fractions, ratios and proportions,percents, and elementary number theory. The course alsoincludes the use of manipulatives, like Cuisenarie Rods, basepieces and Pattern Blocks, to investigate arithmetic concepts.Calculator labs are incorporated into the course to give studentscalculator experience. Group 2 course.MTH 111 Intermediate Algebra.............................. 4.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): MTH 23 with a 2.0 grade or higheror appropriate placement score.Intermediate Algebra covers elementary set notation, a descriptionof the Real number system and its major subsets, and anintroduction to the Complex number system. Solving linear,quadratic and rational equations and inequalities, as well asradical equations and systems of equations is also covered.The course includes an investigation of graphical, numerical,and symbolic representations and manipulations of variousfunctions including linear, rational and quadratic. Matricesare introduced; properties of integral exponents are reviewedand extended to rational exponents. Intermediate algebra alsocovers simplifying, adding, subtracting and multiplying radicals.Problem solving and the function concept are integratedthroughout. This course is offered in multiple formats suchas online or traditional; consult an advisor before enrolling.Group 2 course.MTH 116 Intro. to Computer Science................... 4.0 (4)Prerequisite(s): MTH 111 or appropriate placement scoreThe Java Programming language (Java Programming) will beused to provide a thorough introduction to computer science,object-oriented programming, problem solving, and algorithmand data structure development. Many illustrative applicationsand programming assignments will be given. Group 1 course.MTH 121 <strong>College</strong> Algebra...................................... 4.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): MTH 111 or higher (excludingMTH 131 and MTH 206) or appropriate placement score.This course continues the development of algebraic skillsbegun in MTH 111. Topics include: functions, mathematicalmodels, solving equations algebraically and graphically, polynomial,logarithmic, exponential functions, inverse functions,linear and nonlinear systems of equations. Group 1 course.Law of Sines, Law of Cosines, and equations of the conic sectionswill also be covered. Group 1 course.MTH 131 Intro to Probability and Statistics.......... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): MTH 111 or higher (excludingMTH 206) or appropriate placement score.Descriptive statistics, experimental design, an introduction toprobability concepts and inferential statistics are included inthis course. Descriptive statistics includes graphical representationssuch as histograms, bar charts, pie charts, boxplots,stemplots, scatterplots, and the normal curve. Measures ofcentral tendency such as the mean and median, and measuresof variation such as the standard deviation and quartiles arestudied. The normal density function and linear regression areincluded. One and two sample problems involving confidenceintervals and significance tests are studied for the sample meanand the sample proportion. This course is offered in multipleformats such as online or traditional; consult an advisor beforeenrolling. Group 1 course.MTH 140 <strong>College</strong> Algebra & Trigonometry........... 5.0 (5)Required prerequisite(s): COMPASS placement and a high schooltrigonometry class. Students receiving credit for MTH 121and/or MTH 122 will not receive credit for MTH 140.This course is designed to provide the student with the necessarymaturity and skills to begin the calculus sequence. Thetopics covered include elementary set theory, equations of theconic sections, polynomial, logarithmic, exponential, trigonometricfunctions, inverse functions, linear and nonlinearsystems of equations. Group 1 course.MTH 141 Calculus I................................................. 5.0 (5)Required prerequisite(s): MTH 121, MTH 122 or MTH 140or higher (excluding MTH 206) or appropriate placement score.This is the first course in a traditional calculus sequence,emphasizing the development of the mathematical thoughtprocess. The topics covered include limits (definitions andlimit proofs), continuity, derivatives of algebraic and trigonometricfunctions, applications of the derivative, the indefiniteand definite integral, the fundamental theorem of calculus,and applications of integration. Group 1 course.MTH 142 Calculus II................................................ 5.0 (5)Required prerequisite(s): MTH 141This course is a continuation of Calculus I. The topics includedifferentiation and integration involving exponential,logarithmic and inverse trigonometric function. There is anintroduction of various integration methods. L’Hopital’s Rule,improper integrals, parametric equations, polar coordinates,and infinite sequences and series are also investigated.Group 1 course.Course DescriptionsMTH 122 Trigonometry........................................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): MTH 121 or higher (excludingMTH 131 and MTH 206) or appropriate placement score.This course covers the definition and graphic representation ofthe trigonometric functions. Triangles, angle measure, equations,identities, and inverse functions are discussed in detail.<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.145
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse DescriptionsMTH 206 Math for Elem. Teachers II.................... 4.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): MTH 106, MTH 111 or higher(excluding MTH 131) or appropriate placement score.This course is a continuation of MTH 106. Content includesproblem solving and critical thinking using Polya’s four-stepprocess; basic statistics including mean, median, mode, range,standard deviation, graphical representations of data, linearregression, and weighted averages; probability including thefundamental counting principal, permutation, combination,partitions, experimental probability, theoretical probability,compound probability, probability tree diagrams, expectedvalue and the concept of fair games. The course also exploresthe fundamental ideas of planar and spatial geometry whichincludes the analysis and classification of polygons, polyhedra,circles, spheres, cones and cylinders, area, perimeter, surfacearea and congruence, similarity, measurement, both direct andindirect, and dimensional analysis. This course also includesan introduction to the use of computer and/or graphingcalculator software as learning tools for understanding conceptsof informal geometry. Group 2 course.MTH 241 Calculus III............................................... 4.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): MTH 142The course covers multivariable calculus including three-dimensionalanalytical geometry, vector valued functions, partialdifferentiation, and multiple integration (with applications ofeach). Also an introduction to linear algebra will be covered.Group 1 course.MTH 251 Differential Equations............................. 4.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): MTH 142 or MTH 241Introduces the concepts of differential equations and of linearalgebra. Topics include: solving linear and systems of lineardifferential equations, Laplace transformations and their physicalapplications. Solutions are found using analytical, numerical,or graphical techniques relating to quantitative modelingand Laplace transforms. Linear algebraic topics include: vectorspaces, subspaces, spanning sets, linear dependence and independence,basis and dimensions, eigenvalues, eigenvectors,and linear transformations. Group 1 course.Visit www.nmc.edu/science-math for detailed information.MUSMusicMUS 90 Applied Music-Remedial.............. 1.0-2.0 (1-2)InstructionMUS 90 is remedial instruction for students wanting to take100 level applied instruction in voice, piano, organ, guitar,or any of the traditional wind, percussion or string instruments,but lack either music reading, technical skills, artisticskills or tone production skills. An audition and interview, or,if no music is prepared, only an interview will take place todetermine the competency levels of a student. Goals will be establishedto address those competencies required for 100-levelinstruction. This course does not apply toward graduation.MUS 90 level instruction can be repeated until remediationis complete. Students will meet with an assigned faculty memberfor weekly instruction at a pre-arranged time and place.Materials specific to the students needs will be assigned. TheApplied Faculty will recommend to the acting Departmentchair when the competencies have been met.MUS 101 Theory of Music...................................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): An understanding ofmusic fundamentals.Corequisite(s): MUS 103Theory of Music course work is designed for students who arepursuing music as an academic major or minor. The first yearincludes the basic materials of music: the structures of tonality,harmonic progression, and the technique of harmonization.Students are required to complete and analyze music usingpractices listed above. Group 2 course.MUS 102 Theory of Music...................................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): MUS 101Corequisite(s): MUS 104This course in Theory of Music is the second semester of atwo-semester/one-year sequence of coursework designed forstudents who are pursuing music as an academic major orminor. This course includes the basic materials of music: thestructures of tonality, harmonic progression, and the techniqueof harmonization. Students are required to complete and analyzemusic using practices listed above. Group 2 course.MUS 103 Sight Singing and Ear Training.............. 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): An understanding ofmusic fundamentals.Corequisite(s): MUS 101, MUS 106 or Applied Piano InstructionCourse work is designed for students pursuing music as anacademic major or minor. The content includes the buildingof skills in reading music, and developing aural competency ininterval relationships, scales, and triads, through a variety ofmusical practices, principally the voice. Group 2 course.MUS 104 Sight Singing and Ear Training.............. 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 103 or equivalent competencyCorequisite(s): MUS 102This is the second of a two-semester/one-year sequence ofcoursework designed for students who are pursuing musicas an academic major or minor. This course is a continuedbuilding of skills as listed in MUS 103 through a variety ofmusical practices, principally the voice. Group 2 course.MUS 106 Class Piano I........................................... 2.0 (2)Piano study for the beginning or near-beginning student. Cultivationof technical-musical awareness and keyboard playingability, individually and in ensemble. Group 2 course.MUS 107 Class Piano II.......................................... 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 106 or instructor permissionThis course is the second of a four-semester, two-year sequenceof the study of piano. Objectives are the cultivation of technical-musicalawareness and keyboard playing ability.Group 2 course.146 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGMUS 110 Music Appreciation Stand. Lit............... 3.0 (3)This course is a survey of the history of Western music fromMiddle Ages to the present. The music of world cultures willbe examined as an introduction to the study of composers,compositions, and period compositional conventions of musicof our Western Culture. Group 1 course.MUS 111 Music Appreciation Jazz........................ 3.0 (3)This course will cover an historical survey of jazz styles fromits earliest beginnings and influences through contemporary.Group 1 course.MUS 112 Class Guitar I........................................... 2.0 (2)This course is designed for the student who wishes to acquirebasic knowledge and techniques for guitar playing. The instructionintroduces the basic information of music notation,as well as mechanical skills for the development of individualplaying ability. The format is a structured approach coveringhand position, fundamentals of reading music and chordknowledge. Repertoire will include Folk music, popular musicand the Blues, and will utilize both strumming and pickingtechniques. Group 2 course.MUS 113 Class Guitar II.......................................... 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 112This course is a continuation of MUS 112. Emphasis is placedon developing music reading skills for the guitar, along withfurther development of Folk picking techniques and understandingof the Blues. An introduction to Jazz chords alongwith fundamentals of music theory will also be presented.Group 2 course.MUS 114 <strong>NMC</strong> Grand Traverse Chorale............... 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): Choral experience orinstructor permissionPerformances are presented on campus and in the community.The choir provides its members with the educational experienceand personal enrichment made possible through thesinging of choral literature. Music to be performed is from allperiods from the Early Masters to the 20th Century.Group 2 course.MUS 115 <strong>NMC</strong> Grand Traverse Chorale............... 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 114 or instructor permissionOpen to all students with past choral experience or withinstructor permission. MUS 115 is a continuation of rehearsaland performance as begun in MUS 114. Performances are presentedon campus and in the community. The choir providesits members with an educational experience and personal enrichmentmade possible through the singing of quality choralliterature. Music to be performed is selected from all periodsfrom the Early Masters to the 20th century. Group 2 course.MUS 117 <strong>NMC</strong> Chamber Singers.......................... 1.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 116 or equivalent oraudition by instructor.A continuation of skills begun in MUS 116. Group 2 course.MUS 118 <strong>NMC</strong> Concert Band................................ 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): A high school level competencyon a wind or percussion instrument. Passing an initialcompetency/chair placement performance audition on a windor percussion instrument.This course will provide a survey of significant concert andsymphonic band repertoire. Students will learn performancetechniques on their instrument as are relevant to the concertband medium. Students will also learn the role that theirinstrument plays within the context of a concert band. Generally,two to four concerts will be performed each semester.Group 2 course.MUS 119 <strong>NMC</strong> Concert Band................................ 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 118 or instructor permissionThis course will provide a survey of significant concert andsymphonic band repertoire. Students will continue to learnperformance techniques on their instrument as relevant to theconcert band medium. Students will continue to learn the rolethat their instrument plays within the context of a concertband. Generally, two to four concerts will be performed eachsemester. Group 2 course.MUS 120 <strong>NMC</strong> Jazz Band...................................... 1.0 (2)A course for the performer with a focus on big band jazzensemble techniques and styles. A wide range of jazz stylesare covered including swing, be-bop, ballads, rock/fusionand latin. Some improvisation is briefly explored and alwaysencouraged, although it is not the main focus of this course.Two to four performances may be given each semester and allmembers are required to attend and participate in all performances.Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsMUS 116 <strong>NMC</strong> Chamber Singers.......................... 1.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): Audition by instructorOpen by audition to all students. Performances are presentedon campus and in the community. Music to be performedranges from the Renaissance to 20th century contemporaryliterature. Group 2 course.For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.147
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse DescriptionsMUS 121 <strong>NMC</strong> Jazz Band...................................... 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 120A course for the performer with a focus on big band jazzensemble techniques and styles. A wide range of jazz stylesare covered including swing, be-bop, ballads, rock/fusionand latin. Some improvisation is briefly explored and alwaysencouraged, although it is not the main focus of this course.Two to four performances may be given each semester and allmembers are required to attend and participate in all performances.Group 2 course.MUS 127 Traverse Symphony Orchestra.............. 1.0 (2)The study and performance of orchestral literature, both standardand contemporary. Performance is required for credit.Course is designed to give students basic knowledge of musicfundamentals, styles and performance history. The TSO isopen by audition in the late summer and early fall of the year,and gives 8-10 public concerts per year. Audition, rehearsal,and performance information is available through the musicdepartment. Group 2 course.MUS 128 Traverse Symphony Orchestra.............. 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 127The study and performance of orchestral literature, both standardand contemporary. Performance is required for credit.Course is designed to give students basic knowledge of musicfundamentals, styles and performance history. The TSO isopen by audition in the late summer and early fall of the year,and gives 8-10 public concerts per year. Audition, rehearsal,and performance information is available through the musicdepartment. Group 2 course.MUS 130A Ensemble-Sound Recording Tech....... 2.0 (2)Students will learn the correct use of analog and digital recordingequipment, the theory of sound and sound waves, the useof recording software, how to create different types of soundfiles, which is best for a given application, and how to createa sound file from a live recording session. Group 2 course.MUS 130B Ensemble-Sound Recording II............. 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 130A orinstructor permissionStudents will learn the application of dynamic processingto raw audio channels, demonstrating a mastery of editingand mixing. The capstone project from MUS 130A will beutilized. Group 2 course.MUS 131-139 A,B,C Ensembles in ........................ 1.0 (2)Applied Music IRequired prerequisite(s): Instructor permissionThis course prepares students for public performance anddevelops abilities in ensemble techniques. Students study insmall ensembles (duets, trios, quartets, quintets, and octets)under faculty direction. Students are to keep 12:30-1:30on Wednesdays clear from scheduling conflict to be able toperform in Convocation, a performance venue at MillikenAuditorium. Students are expected to perform at least oneConvocation each semester. Group 2 course.MUS 140-166 A,B,C Applied Music-................... 1-2 (1-2)Private LessonNote: 100 and 200 level courses may be taken three times.Private lessons in guitar, classical guitar, organ, piano, voice,percussion, traditional string, and wind instruments are offered.A pre-arranged lesson time with the assigned instructoris arranged and studies/compositions, as appropriateare prepared for continuing musical development. A juryexamination will be given at the conclusion of each semesterof 100-level instruction. Students are to keep 12:30-1:30 onWednesdays clear to participate as audience and soloists inConvocation. Group 2 course.MUS 206 Class Piano III......................................... 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 107 or instructor permissionThis is the third of a four-semester, two-year sequence of thestudy of piano. Objectives are the cultivation of technical-musicalawareness and keyboard playing ability. Group 2 course.MUS 207 Class Piano IV......................................... 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 206 or instructor permissionThis is the fourth of a four semester, two year sequence of thestudy of piano. Objectives are the cultivation of technical-musicalawareness and keyboard playing ability. A continuation ofMUS 206. Group 2 course.MUS 214 <strong>NMC</strong> Grand Traverse Chorale............... 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 115 or instructor permissionA continuation of study from MUS 115, the Grand TraverseChorale is a mixed (SATB) choral ensemble that presents concertson the <strong>College</strong> campus and off campus when performingchoral/orchestral compositions. A minimum of two concertsare given each semester. The GT Chorale provides its memberswith educational experience and personal enrichment madepossible through the singing of quality choral literature.Emphasis is made on tonal and ensemble artistry.Group 2 course.MUS 215 <strong>NMC</strong> Grand Traverse Chorale............... 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 214 or instructor permissionA continuation of study from MUS 214, the Grand TraverseChorale is a mixed (SATB) choral ensemble that presents concertson the <strong>College</strong> campus and off campus when performingchoral/orchestral compositions. A minimum of two concertsare given each semester. The GT Chorale provides its memberswith an educational experience and personal enrichment madepossible through the singing of quality choral literature. Choralliterature is selected from the commonly accepted historicalperiods from Antiquity through the 20th Century. Emphasis isplaced on tonal and ensemble artistry. Group 2 course.MUS 216 <strong>NMC</strong> Chamber Singers.......................... 1.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 117 or instructor permissionA continuation of study from MUS 117, the <strong>NMC</strong> ChamberSingers is a mixed (SATB) choral ensemble that presents concertson the <strong>College</strong> campus and off campus when performingchoral/orchestral compositions. Membership is comprised ofmusic majors, college students representing the various disci-148 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGplines across campus and community members serious aboutchoral performance and continued vocal study. A minimumof two concerts are given each semester. The Chamber Singersprovides its members with an educational experience andpersonal enrichment made possible through singing of qualitychoral literature selected from the commonly accepted historicalperiods from Antiquity through the 20th Century. Performanceexcellence is principal to the purpose of the ensemble.Group 2 course.MUS 217 <strong>NMC</strong> Chamber Singers.......................... 1.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 216 or instructor permissionA continuation of study from MUS 216, the <strong>NMC</strong> ChamberSingers is a mixed (SATB) choral ensemble that presents concertson the <strong>College</strong> campus and off campus when performingchoral/orchestral compositions. Membership is comprised ofmusic majors, college students representing the various disciplinesacross campus and community members serious aboutchoral performance and continued vocal study. A minimumof two concerts are given each semester. The Chamber Singersprovides its members with an educational experience andpersonal enrichment made possible through singing of qualitychoral literature selected from the commonly accepted historicalperiods from Antiquity through the 20th Century. Performanceexcellence is principal to the purpose of the ensemble.Group 2 course.MUS 218 <strong>NMC</strong> Concert Band................................ 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 119 or instructor permissionOpen to students who have completed a year of ConcertBand. See MUS 118 for course description. Group 2 course.MUS 227 Traverse Symphony Orchestra.............. 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 128Open to students by audition who have completed one yearof orchestra or collegiate equivalent as a transfer student. Thestudy and performance of orchestral literature, both standardand contemporary. Performance is required for credit. Courseis designed to give students basic knowledge of music fundamentals,styles and performance history. The TSO is open byaudition in the late summer and early fall of the year, and gives8-10 concerts per year. Audition, rehearsal, and performanceinformation is available through the music department.Group 2 course.MUS 228 Traverse Symphony Orchestra.............. 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 227Continuation of MUS 227. Group 2 course.MUS 230A Ensembles-Midi Processing................. 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 130B orinstructor permissionThis course is designed to develop competencies in the theoryand use of “music sequencing” and “virtual Midi instrument”software through their application to music composition createdby the student in notation software. Group 2 course.MUS 230B Ensembles-Recording Practicum........ 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 230A orinstructor permissionThis course applies all previous audio course work to a clientbasedneed for a music track for application to blogs, websites,film/video, or audio based advertising. Group 2 course.MUS 219 <strong>NMC</strong> Concert Band............................... 1. 0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 218 or instructor permissionOpen to students who have completed a year of ConcertBand. See MUS 119 for course description. Group 2 course.MUS 220 <strong>NMC</strong> Jazz Band...................................... 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 121 or MUS 120 orinstructor permissionA course for the performer with a focus on big band jazzensemble techniques and styles. A wide range of jazz styles arecovered including: swing, be-bop, ballads, rock/fusion andLatin. Some improvisation is briefly explored and alwaysencouraged, although it is not the main focus of this course.Two to four performances may be given each semester and allmembers are required to attend and participate in all performances.Group 2 course.MUS 221 <strong>NMC</strong> Jazz Band...................................... 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): MUS 220 or instructor permissionA course for the performer with a continued focus on bigband jazz ensemble techniques and styles. A wide range of jazzstyles are covered including swing, be-bop, ballads, rock/fusionand Latin. Some improvisation is briefly explored and alwaysencouraged, although it is not the main focus of this course.Two to four performances may be given each semester and allmembers are required to attend and participate in all performances.Group 2 course.MUS 231-239 A,B,C Ensembles in......................... 1.0 (2)Applied Music IIRequired prerequisite(s): Instructor permissionThese courses prepare students for public performance anddevelop abilities in ensemble techniques. Students study insmall ensembles (duets, trios, quartets, quintets, and octets)under faculty direction. Students are to keep 12:30-1:30 onWednesdays clear from scheduling conflicts to be able toperform in Convocation, a performance venue at the MillikenAuditorium. Students are expected to perform in at least oneConvocation each semester. Group 2 course.MUS 240-266 A, B, C Applied Music............ 1.0-2.0 (1-2)Private LessonsRequired prerequisite(s): A minimum of two semesters of100 level applied instruction or instructor permission.Private lessons in guitar, classical guitar, organ, piano, voice,percussion, traditional string and wind instruments are offered.A pre-arranged lesson time with the assigned instructoris arranged and studies/compositions, as appropriate areprepared for continuing musical development. A jury examinationwill be given at the conclusion of the Fall semester of200-level instruction. Students are to keep 12:30-1:30 onWednesdays clear to be able to participate as audience andsoloists in Convocation. Group 2 course.For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.149Course Descriptions
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse DescriptionsOUTOutdoor PursuitsPrerequisite for all Outdoor Pursuits courses: Students shouldbe at a reasonably good physical fitness level and without currentexercise-limiting injuries. These are high-participation courses inwhich most material is learned through experience on off-campusweekend field trips. Students with disabilities who need accommodationsin order to complete these courses should contact theinstructor prior to the first class meeting.OUT 112 Winter Travel and Camping................... 1.0 (2)This course introduces the three-season backcountry travelerto safe and enjoyable winter outings. The focus is on wintersafety, travel techniques (primarily Nordic skiing and snowshoeing),camping, menu planning, clothing and gear selection,navigation, and shelter building. Group 2 course.OUT 125 Backpacking I......................................... 1.0 (2)The course is for novice backpackers. Information discussedand practiced includes basic backpacking skills, selecting ofequipment, food planning and preparation, map and compassnavigation, backcountry first aid and minimal impact camping.Group 2 course.OUT 126 Backpacking II........................................ 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): OUT 125 or three-daybackpacking experienceThis course is for backpackers with prior experience. Its purposeis to broaden the student’s knowledge of backpackingtechniques with special attention given to lightweight equipment,menu planning, itinerary planning, map and compassnavigation, site selection, and other minimal impact considerations.Group 2 course.OUT 130 Caving I.................................................... 1.0 (2)An introduction to the geology of cave formation and caveecology. Additionally, by exploring non-commercial cave systems,students are introduced to the equipment, techniques,and safety systems associated with the sport of caving.Group 2 course.OUT 131 Caving II................................................... 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): OUT 130 or instructor permissionThis course focuses on safe and appropriate techniques forexploring caves, with an emphasis on selecting and usingequipment, as well as implementing climbing/rappellingsafety systems for cave exploration. Group 2 course.OUT 132 Rock Climbing I...................................... 1.0 (2)This course is a beginning rock climbing course to introducestudents to climbing techniques, belaying, and safety practicesrelated to class five climbing. Group 2 course.OUT 133 Rock Climbing II..................................... 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): OUT 132 or instructor permissionStudents will learn anchor selection, active and passive gearplacement, and advanced belaying techniques, with an introductionto lead climbing. Group 2 course.OUT 140 Snowshoeing.......................................... 1.0 (2)Students will learn how to dress for winter activities, orienteer,winter camp, adjust for emergency situations and explorea variety of locations off campus. Participants will becomeeducated snowshoe consumers and best of all, HAVE FUN!Snowshoes provided. Group 2 course.OUT 160 Canoeing I............................................... 1.0 (2)Instruction in various techniques of canoeing are introducedin flat water (lake) and moving water (river). Two one-daytrips are planned. Group 2 course.OUT 161 Canoeing II.............................................. 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): OUT 160 or instructor permissionThis course is for canoers with prior experience in river canoeing.Wilderness travel by canoe with an over-night campingtrip is planned. Group 2 course.OUT 162 Kayaking.................................................. 1.0 (2)An introduction to the sport of kayaking. This course isdesigned to teach students the basic skills and adventure ofrecreational kayaking. Focus will include paddling techniques,safety, and forms of rescue. Care, construction, and selectionwill be reviewed. Field trips are planned. Group 2 course.PARLegal AssistantPLEASE REFER TO PAGE 83 OF THIS CATALOG FOR ANIMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING THE DISCONTINU-ANCE OF <strong>NMC</strong>’S LEGAL ASSISTANT PROGRAM.PAR 102 Legal Research & Writing I ................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 111, PAR 101This course instructs students in the fundamentals of effectivelegal research and writing. Students are taught how to use alaw library and analyze the relevant laws. Students will learnabout the primary sources of law, including judicial decisions,statutes, and administrative regulations. Students will alsolearn about secondary resources, such as legal encyclopediasand digests. There will be various legal research assignmentsand students will be required to prepare a legal memorandum.This is a fall semester offering. Group 2 course.PAR 103 Legal Research & Writing II................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): PAR 102This advanced course enhances the skills that students learnedin Legal Research and Writing I, with particular emphasis beingplaced upon the improvement of legal writing skills. Therewill be various legal research assignments and each student willbe required to prepare a brief. This is a spring semester offering.Group 2 course.PAR 106 Litigation.................................................. 2.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): PAR 101This course presents an introduction to the legal system, with150 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGan emphasis being placed on civil litigation procedure. Itincludes a study of pleadings, pre-trial procedures, discovery,court rules, and the law of evidence. This is a fall semesteroffering. Group 2 course.PAR 210 Probate.................................................... 2.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): PAR 101The course familiarizes students with probate procedures andthe administration of estates. This course will also cover thepreparation and interpretation of wills and trusts. This is a fallsemester offering. Group 2 course.PAR 211 Real Estate Law...................................... 2.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): PAR 101This course covers the basics of real estate law. Topics willinclude deeds, land contracts, mortgages, easements, types ofownership, title insurance, and real estate closings. This is afall semester offering. Group 2 course.PAR 222 Legal Drafting......................................... 2.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): PAR 101This course focuses on the drafting of contracts and litigationdocuments. Students will learn about the steps in drafting, thearchitecture of legal documents, the avoidance of ambiguities,the importance of “plain English,” and the general factorsaffecting readability. This is a fall semester offering.Group 2 course.PAR 230 Legal Assistant Internship..................... 2.0 (2)Note: Permission of instructor and a minimum of 2.0 GPA inPAR courses required. This course is to be taken at the end ofthe Legal Assistant Program.This course provides an opportunity for students to receivepractical, hands-on-experience working for 150 hours inone of the area’s law firms or government offices. Progress ismonitored and the experiences of the student are discussed.Samples of work assignments are submitted and the student’sperformance is evaluated. This is a spring semester offering.Group 2 course.PEPhysical EducationPE 101 Swing, Latin & Slow Dancing I............... 1.0 (2)This course will introduce students to a fun form of exerciseand recreation you can do for the rest of your life throughswing and social dancing. Many styles of dancing will becovered including swing, jitterbug, tango, cha cha, waltz, slowdancing, two-step, Latin dancing, salsa, lambada, and manyswing moves that can be incorporated into any dance situation.Please wear slippery-soled shoes. Group 2 course.PE 101A Swing, Latin & Slow Dancing II............. 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): PE 101Take each style of dance learned at the beginning level to amore advanced level. Learn swing improvisation and aerialssafety and spotting, advanced waltz and slow dancing techniquesincluding lifts, more advanced moves in each of theLatin dances and a new dance, and we will explore the depthsof Argentine Tango. Learn to keep partner dancing an integralpart of your life and enjoy as a form of exercise.Group 2 course.PE 102 Hip-Hop Dance....................................... 1.0 (2)Learn dance combinations used in the Hip-Hop dance style.Develops the strength, flexibility, rhythm, balance, and safebody mechanics to dance confidently in a social atmosphere topopular Hip-Hop music. A great way to exercise and have funat the same time. Please wear clean, dry gym shoes.Group 2 course.PE 102B Hip-Hop Dance II.................................... 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): PE 102Learn advanced dance combinations building upon those usedin Hip Hop Dance I. Further develops the strength, flexibility,rhythm, balance, and safe body mechanics to dance confidentlyin a social atmosphere to popular hip hop music.Group 2 course.PE 105 Volleyball I............................................... 1.0 (2)Introduction to volleyball with emphasis on developing individualball-handling skills. Team play, basic strategy, and rulesof play will also be covered. Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsPE 106 Volleyball II.............................................. 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): PE 105A continuation for students who already have good basic skillsand understand the game. Emphasis is on team play, offensiveand defensive alignments, and advanced volleyball skills.Group 2 course.PE 107 Basketball I.............................................. 1.0 (2)Introduction to the fundamental skills, rules, offensive anddefensive team strategies of basketball. Designed for beginnersthrough advanced levels. Drill practice and team play.Group 2 course.For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.151
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGPE 108 Basketball II............................................. 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): PE 107A continuation for students who already have good basicskills and understand the game. Emphasis is on advanced offensiveand defensive strategies as applied to a practical teamplay experience. Group 2 course.PE 142 Intermediate Aikido................................ 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): PE 141Refinement of Yoshokai-style Beginning Aikido skills withemphasis on mastering techniques and the introduction ofbukiwaza, techniques using wooden sword, staff, knife.Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsPE 109 Softball..................................................... 1.0 (2)Designed for students of all ability levels. Emphasis is onindividual skills, team play, and strategy as well as rules of thegame. The style is slow pitch. Group 2 course.PE 111 Soccer...................................................... 1.0 (2)Introduction to fundamental skills, rules, offensive and defensivestrategies of soccer. Drill practice, team play, and indoor/outdoor application. Group 2 course.PE 135 Weightlifting I.......................................... 1.0 (2)In this self-directed workout class, students will implementa weightlifting/fitness regime utilizing free weights, weightmachines, and cardio machines to expand their strength andfitness. Students should have a basic working knowledge ofthe use of weights and fitness equipment including safety.Students should be without current exercise-limiting injuriesor illnesses. Group 2 course.PE 136A Weightlifting II......................................... 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): PE 135Designed for students who wish to continue to build bodysize and muscular strength. This self-directed class uses freeweights and fitness machines, as related to an advancedstrength training and conditioning program. Group 2 course.PE 138 Weightlifting With Machines.................. 1.0 (2)This on-campus weightlifting course enables the student to expandknowledge and use of weight machines. Course includescardiovascular and strength training, with opportunity forquestions and answers. Group 2 course.PE 139 Beginning Aikido I..................................... .5 (1)Aikido is Budo - an art based on the philosophy and fightingtechniques of the Japanese samurai. “The way of harmonywith the forces of nature,” Aikido is excellent physical trainingand effective self-defense. Yoshinkai-style Aikido classesinclude stretching, exercises to improve balance and focus,learning to fall safely, throwing techniques, controls, and pins,in a setting of traditional Japanese etiquette. Group 2 course.PE 141 Aikido....................................................... 1.0 (2)Aikido is Budo - an art based on the philosophy and fightingtechniques of the Japanese samurai. “The way of harmonywith the forces of nature,” Aikido is excellent physical trainingand effective self defense. This course introduces YoshokaistyleAikido warmup exercises, basic movements, back breakfall,and 8th kyu level techniques. The emphasis is on improvingbalance and focus, learning to fall safely, and performingbasic techniques with a partner, while learning about Aikidohistory, principles, and terminology in a setting of traditionaletiquette and discipline. Group 2 course.152 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.PE 143 Continuing Aikido................................... 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): PE 142Training at this level emulates regular Aikido practice in a privatedojo (training facility). Focus is on mastery of advancedtechniques, weapons, and philosophy. Group 2 course.PE 144 Tae Kwon Do (Karate) I.......................... 1.0 (2)Introduction to the proper etiquette and philosophy of theKorean art of Tae Kwon Do (Karate). Training includes basicblocks, punches, kicks, stances, self-defense and the fourdirectionalpunch, the first pattern of Tae Kwon Do.Group 2 course.PE 145 Tae Kwon Do (Karate) II.........................1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): PE 144 or instructor permissionRefinement of basic skills and techniques of Tae Kwon Do.Training includes introduction of intermediate skills of blocking,kicking, punching, and Chon-ji, the second pattern ofTae Kwon Do. Group 2 course.PE 146 Tae Kwon Do (Karate) III.............................. 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): PE 145 or instructor permissionContinuing refinement of basic and intermediate skills andtechniques. Introduction to advanced foot techniques, semiandfree sparring, and the methods of attack and defenseagainst opponents. Training includes the patterns of Dan-Gun, Do-San and Won-Hyo. Group 2 course.PE 147 Tae Kwon Do (Karate) IV........................ 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): PE 146 or instructor permissionIntroduction to jumping kicks and refinement of basic, intermediateand semi-advanced skills and techniques. Introductionto jumping kicks and the patterns of Yul-Guk, Joong-Gun, Hwa-Rang, and Choong-Moo. Advanced flying kicksand additional patterns are introduced to those prepared toobtain Kick Belt ranks and to instruct lower rank students.Group 2 course.PE 148 Kuntaw I................................................... 1.0 (2)Introduction to the history and philosophy of the Filipinomartial art form Maharlika Kuntaw. Kuntaw emphasizes flexibilityand agility rather than power or strength and is basedon the use of flowing circular strike/counter defense. Trainingincludes use of arnis (sticks), basic strikes, blocks, kicks, anyos(forms) and self-defense. Group 2 course.PE 149 Kuntaw II................................................. 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): PE 148 or instructor permissionThis course provides the student with the continuation ofbeginning I. The student will learn the application of thesix anyos (forms), stick drills, hand techniques, basic blocks,kicks, stalls and traps. Group 2 course.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGPE 150 Kuntaw III................................................ 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): PE 149Continuation of beginning course work with the additionof advanced blocks, parries, kicks, stalls, traps, take downs,stick/weapon drills, and self-defense. Training includes the fiveH-forms, the six stick anyos (forms) and the applications.Group 2 course.PE 151 Kuntaw IV................................................ 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): PE 150Refinement of intermediate skills and techniques with additionaladvanced blocks, parries, traps, take downs, groundfighting, two-on-one fighting, and stick/weapon drills. Includesapplications of advanced skills/techniques and thesix saiawans and five combats (forms.) Group 2 course.PE 164 Judo............................................................... 1.0 (2)This class will introduce the basics of the sport of Judo as wellas Jujutsu based self defense. Judo is recognized as one of thebest forms of exercise. Actual combat (randori) is a big partof Judo though safety is not compromised. Please wear loose,comfortable clothing and come to have fun! Group 2 course.well as knowing what is fair and reasonable in the argument’sstructure. Examples are taken from professional situations suchas law, medicine, and politics, as well as everyday life. Fallaciesin rhetoric, such as name calling and begging the question, areidentified and understood. Group 1 course.PHL 121 Western Religions................................... 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): Completion of ENG 11/111 orplacement into ENG 111A study of the historical development, main religious teachings,leading personalities, ethical values and worship practicesof the major religious traditions of the Western world: Judaism,Christianity, and Islam. Group 1 course.PHL 122 Eastern Religions.................................... 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): Completion of ENG 11/111 orplacement into ENG 111A study of the historical development, main religious teachings,leading personalities, ethical values and worship practicesof the major religious traditions of India, China,and Japan: Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism.Group 1 course.PE 169 Continuing Judo........................................... 1.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): PE 164A continuation of Judo for intermediate and advanced levels.Students will continue to improve skills and abilities andadvance through belt testing. Group 2 course.PHLPhilosophyPHL 101 Introduction to Philosophy.................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): Completion of ENG 11/111 orplacement into ENG 111This course is an introduction to some of the major areas,ideas, and thinkers of philosophy. Students will read anumber of major philosophers in Western Philosophy, such asSocrates, Plato, Aquinas, Descartes, Berkeley, James, Russell,and Sartre, as well as from texts representing non-traditionalor non-Western sources, such as Native American and Asianthought. Students will also be introduced to some of the mainproblems and concepts in the areas of Epistemology, Metaphysics,Ethics, and Aesthetics, as well as investigate otherissues or movements, such as Existentialism or Feminism, inmore depth. Group 1 course.PHL 105 Critical Thinking...................................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): Completion of ENG 11/111 orplacement into ENG 111This course is about listening and reading and writing moreeffectively. Students learn ways to assess information and toform sound evaluative judgments about what is seen, heard,and read. Critical questions provide a structure for criticalthinking that supports a continuing search for better opinions,decisions, or judgments. Exercises in understandingand composing logically-sound arguments are emphasized asPHL 181 Old Testament......................................... 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): Completion of ENG 11/111 orplacement into ENG 111An introduction to the history, literature, and religious ideasof Ancient Israel through a critical examination of the HebrewBible and relevant non-canonical materials from the time ofthe Patriarchs to the Babylonian Exile set in the cultural contextin which ancient Israel developed. Group 1 course.PHL 182 New Testament....................................... 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): Completion of ENG 11/111 orplacement into ENG 111An introduction to the history, literature, and religious ideasof first century Christianity conducted through a criticalexamination of the New Testament and relevant non-canonicalmaterials set in the cultural and historical context in whichearly Christianity developed. Group 1 course.PHL 201 Ethics....................................................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): Completion of ENG 11/111 orplacement into ENG 111Ethics is a thoughtful analysis of a variety of value systemsfound in societies today. It explores the nature and meaningof good and evil and how these concepts relate to conceptsof right and wrong. It considers how the good is known andhow it is promoted in societies. The course combines primarysource readings of philosophers and religious writers with explanatorysecondary source material and it encourages studentdiscussion of the issues. Through the use of critical judgementand philosophical thought, the course explores ethical theoriesfrom classical to modern times and includes consideration ofethics that are part of Eastern philosophical traditions, as wellas sources from Native American, African, African American,Feminist, and other non-traditional frameworks and paradigms.Group 1 course.Course DescriptionsFor course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.153
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse DescriptionsPHL 202 Contemporary Ethical Dilemmas.......... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): Completion of ENG 11/111 orplacement into ENG 111This course examines the moral and ethical issues confrontingmodern societies locally and globally. It examines issuesregarding the natural environment, the ethical treatment ofanimals, biomedical ethics; abortion and issues of humanreproduction such as stem-cell research and cloning; businessethics; criminal justice and capital punishment; racism, sexism,and other forms of discrimination, welfare and economicdistribution. This course relies on the discipline of philosophyfor its methods of inquiry. Incorporated throughout the courseis the examination of several approaches to ethics as developedAristotle, Kant, Mill, and contemporary philosophiesof gender and race. Approaches of Eastern/Asian and NativeAmerican philosophy are also considered for contrast withstandard western approaches to ethical and social issues. Thecourse considers various topics and specific cases in order toprovide an overall view of how ethical reasoning might beapplied to current issues. Group 1 course.PHL 222 The World of Jesus................................. 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): Completion of ENG 11/111 orplacement into ENG 111Using historical, social scientific, and literary critical methods,this course introduces the socio-economic, political, religiousand cultural world in which Jesus of Nazareth lived througha study of the surviving religious and secular texts of SecondTemple Judaism and the Greco-Roman culture in which itexisted. This course covers events and literature from theBabylonian Exile to the Jewish War. Group 1 course.PHYPhysicsPHY 105 Physics of the World Around Us........... 4.0 (3)PHY 105L Physics of the World Around Us Lab.... 0.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): MTH 23Recommended prerequisite(s): Students scoring belowENG 111 level on the placement test should plan onadditional study time.Corequisite(s): PHY 105 and PHY 105LStudies of the Laws of Physics and their application to theworld around us. Covers and provides laboratory experiencein areas of mechanics, heat, electricity, waves, magnetism andoptics. Computers are used for data collection and analysis.Offered in multiple formats such as online or traditional.Consult an advisor before enrolling. Group 1 lab course.PHY 121 General Physics I.................................... 4.0 (4)PHY 121L General Physics I Lab............................. 0.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): MTH 122 or MTH 140Corequisite(s): PHY 121 and PHY 121LThis is the first in a two-semester sequential course intendedto meet the needs of the prospective pre-medical, pre-dental,technical, maritime, architecture, or any other student whohas a keen interest in examining some of the basic laws andapplications of physics, using college algebra and trigonometry.This course deals with mechanics, sounds, thermodynamicsand fluids. The lab portion is designed to illustrate andreinforce the basic concepts of physics while familiarizing thestudent with laboratory hardware and the experimental natureof physics. Group 1 lab course.PHY 122 General Physics II................................... 4.0 (4)PHY 122L General Physics II Lab............................ 0.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): PHY 121Corequisite(s): PHY 122 and PHY 122LA continuation of PHY 121, studies in electricity, magnetism,optics and modern physics are included and reinforced inlecture as well as the laboratory setting. Group 1 lab course.PHY 221 Probs. & Principles of Physics I............ 4.0 (3)PHY 221L Probs. & Principles of Physics I Lab..... 0.0 (2)PHY 221R Probs. & Prin. of Physics I Rec.............. 1.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): MTH 141, may be taken concurrentlyCorequisite(s): PHY 221, PHY 221L and PHY 221RRecommended prerequisite(s): ENG 111, may be takenconcurrentlyThis course is the first semester of a two-semester coursesequence primarily intended for those students preparing forengineering, science, or math careers. Topics include linearmotion, Newton’s Laws, conservation of momentum, conservationof energy, rotational motion, oscillations, fluids, waves,and thermodynamics. The laboratory covers the precedingtopics in parallel with the lecture whenever possible.Group 1 lab course.PHY 222 Probs. & Principles of Physics II........... 4.0 (3)PHY 222L Probs. & Principles of Physics II Lab.... 0.0 (2)PHY 222R Probs. & Prin. of Physics II Rec............. 1.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): PHY 221Corequisite(s): PHY 222, PHY 222L and PHY 222RThis course is a continuation of PHY 221. Topics includeelectricity and magnetism, electric circuits, and optics. Thelaboratory covers the preceding topics in parallel with thelecture whenever possible. A recitation accompanies the lectureand lab. Group 1 lab course.Visit www.nmc.edu/science-math for detailed information.154 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGPLSPolitical SciencePLUPlumbing TechnologyPLS 101 Intro to American Politics...................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111This course is an introduction to the study of politics andpolitical institutions in America. Emphasis is given to theconstitutional framework, federalism, political participation,the electoral system, the presidency, Congress, the SupremeCourt, and the bureaucracy. Civil rights and civil liberties are atheme throughout. This course includes an examination of thepolitics of race, and ethnic and cultural diversity in America.Group 1 course.PLS 132 Comparative Politics.............................. 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111This course provides a comparative analysis of political systemsin developed and developing countries. Students learn aboutdifferent forms of political organization as instituted and practicedin various countries. Students examine different methodsof comparing political systems and learn to apply these methodsin causal theories of political change. This course combinesa focus on the basic structures of political systems witha thought-provoking analysis of the causes that give birth tothose systems - thereby giving shape to the world in which wefind ourselves today. Issues related to democracy, civil liberties,political rights, human rights, and economic development areanalyzed throughout the course. Group 1 course.PLU 101 Introduction to Plumbing....................... 3.0 (4)Recommended competencies: COMPASS placement intoMTH 23 and ENG 11/111 or co-enrollment in therecommended developmental Math and English course.This course provides an introduction to plumbing. Throughstructured classroom and hands-on skill building, the studentwill learn the tools of the trade, plumbing safety, how to solderand braze copper tubing, piping skills and trade mathematics.Group 2 course.PLU 105 Plumbing Components.......................... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): PLU 101Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building,the student will learn to work with copper pipe and fittings,cast-iron pipe and fittings, carbon steel pipe and fittings,corrugated stainless steel tubing, fixtures and faucets, drainwaste and vent systems and water distribution systems.Group 2 course.PLU 121 Commercial Plumbing............................ 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): PLU 105Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building,the student will learn to read commercial drawings, hangers,supports, structural penetrations, and fire stopping, installationand testing DWV piping. Group 2 course.PLS 211 International Relations........................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111Students analyze the nature of international relations inthe world today. This course offers a broad overview of politicaland economic issues in the international arena. Courseincludes an analysis of American foreign policy since WorldWar II. Other topics include such things as conflict in theMiddle East, ethnic conflict and nationalism the world over,and the increasing importance of organizations such as theUnited Nations and the World Trade Organization. Studentsassess the dynamics of conflict and cooperation on the internationalscene. Course includes an examination of the basicanalytical approaches to the study of international relations.Group 1 course.PLS 222 Intro to Political Theory.......................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111This course examines basic questions of normative politicaltheory as developed by political philosophers of the ancientthrough contemporary periods. This course focuses on a widearray of political issues. Topics of consideration include: individualrights v. community rights; analysis of the equality ofindividuals; different conceptions of justice put forth by variousphilosophers; and questions of what it means to achievefreedom in one’s social and political life. Students can expectto read almost exclusively from primary sources. Examples ofthinkers often studied in this course include Plato, Aristotle,Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Kant, Marx, Mill,Nietzsche, and Berlin. Group 1 course.PLU 125 Plumbing Installation.............................. 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): PLU 121Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building, thestudent will learn installation of roof, floor, and drain areas,types of valves, installing and testing water supply piping, installingfixtures, valves, and faucets, basic electricity, installingwater heaters, fuel gas systems and servicing plumbing fixtures.Group 2 course.PLU 131 Advanced Plumbing Practices.............. 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): PLU 125Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building,the student will learn to use applied math, size water supplypiping, potable water treatment, backflow preventers and typesof venting. Group 2 course.PLU 135 Plumbing Systems and Pumps.............. 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): PLU 131Through structured classroom and hands-on skill building,the student will learn sizing DWV and storm systems, sewagepumps and sump pumps, corrosive-resistant waste piping andcompressed air. Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsFor course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.155
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse DescriptionsPSYPsychologyPSY 100 Career Exploration & Planning.............. 1.0 (1)Planning a career can be challenging because of the unknown.This course is designed to introduce the student to career andlife planning theories and concepts and assist in applying theseprinciples to their own lives. A variety of techniques will beused to accomplish this including activities on self-assessmentof skills, values, interests, personality, and preferences; smallgroup discussions; and written assignments. Development ofgoal-setting and decision-making skills will be included toenable the student to take charge of their career direction withknown information. Group 2 course.PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology................... 3.0 (3)This course provides a broad, general introduction to psychology,its basic subject matter, and its approaches to gatheringand evaluating evidence about the causes and correlates ofbehavior. It includes: a) awareness of major psychological approachesto the study of the behavior of organisms; b) knowledgeof its important contributors; c) knowledge of researchfindings, and concepts; and d) understanding of its methodologyand limitations. Group 1 course.PSY 211 Developmental Psychology................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): PSY 101This course presents human development from conception todeath including the historical and anthropological bases forstudying development. The course includes hereditary factorsas well as physical, social and emotional, linguistic, intellectual,and personality development. Group 1 course.PSY 212 Psychology/Exceptional Child............... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): CD 202 or PSY 101Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111This course will provide an examination of the atypical childand his or her developmental needs, including the family.Areas covered will include characteristics, identification processes,methods for contributing to the child’s healthy developmentand educational needs, community resources and referralprocedures. The course will include the child with sensory,physical and speech impairments. The gifted child’s developmentwill also be explored. Group 1 course.PSY 223 Intro to Social Psychology..................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): PSY 101 or SOC 101This course is an introduction to social psychology theory andresearch. It covers the individual in the social context includinghow we perceive, judge, and are influenced by others.Topics such as conformity, attraction, liking, prejudice,attitudes, aggression, helping behavior, and interpersonalpower are covered from a social psychological perspective.Group 1 course.PSY 225 Human Sexuality..................................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): PSY 101Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111Human Sexuality offers an introduction to all facets of thefield, and involves discussions of theory, research, and practicalinformation. The purpose of the course will be to develop acritical awareness of the dominant issues in the field and torefine the student’s sense of sexual responsibility and integrity.This will be accomplished by exploring the biological, social,cultural, psychological, and personal elements of sexuality.Group 1 course.PSY 231 Psychology of Adjustment..................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): SOC 101, placement intoENG 111First, this course will provide the student with a broad introductionto the psychology of adjustment which investigatesthe processes involved in the dynamic interactions of theindividual with his or her environment. Second, this course isdesigned to present procedures by which the student can harnessthe principles of learning and rational self-counselingin order to achieve personal goals. Group 1 course.PSY 250 Abnormal Psychology............................ 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): PSY 101Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111This course is designed to give students a working vocabularyof the basic concepts of psychopathology, to help them criticallyevaluate theories and therapies in psychopathology, todevelop an awareness of their own attitudes toward abnormalbehavior, and acquire knowledge of the variety of techniquesfor overcoming interpersonal problems and living emotionallyhealthy lives. Group 1 course.PSY 221 Psychology of Personality..................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): PSY 101This course provides a presentation of the concepts, perspectivesand terminology of major theorists in the field of personalitypsychology, as students explore the many psychological,physiological, social and cultural factors that affect personalitydevelopment. Students are encouraged to evaluate personalitytheories in relation to current research and application.Group 1 course.156 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGSOCSociologySWKSocial WorkSOC 101 Introduction to Sociology ..................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): Placement into ENG 111This course is an introduction to the study of human groupbehavior through social interaction with special emphasis onculture, the socialization process, social stratification, collectivebehavior, social institutions, and social change.Group 1 course.SOC 201 Modern Social Problems........................ 3.0 (3)This course presents an introductory sociological analysis ofcauses, changes in, and attempts to effectively treat some ofthe major problems in contemporary American society. Theseinclude: hunger, environmental problems, poverty, crime anddelinquency, family problems, and homelessness. Communityinvolvement projects are encouraged. Group 1 course.SOC 211 Marriage & the Family............................ 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): SOC 101, placement intoENG 111This course covers topics such as traditional and non-traditionalfamilies, love and intimacy, sexuality, marriage, parenting,family problems and aging. The concept of healthyhuman relationships in a partnership, and how to build andmaintain them, is stressed. Group 1 course.SOC 220 Gender & Society.................................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): PSY 101 or SOC 101This course examines gender as a system of stratification.It approaches issues of gender in society from both a social,structural, and a social psychological perspective. Issues relatedto gender inequality in selected institutions such as economy,family, media, education, and politics are studied.Group 1 course.SOC 231 Deviance & Criminal Behavior............... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): SOC 101This course examines the sociology of crime and criminal law;the social psychology of criminal behavior; the sociology ofpunishment and correction. Social, economic, political andbiological factors are considered while exploring classical, contemporary,and critical thought. Prevention and interventionof criminal behavior are emphasized as well as punishment andcorrection. Group 1 course.SWK 121 Introduction to Social Work................... 2.0 (2)Recommended prerequisite(s): SWK 170, placement intoENG 111This course provides the student with an overview of programsand institutions in social work. This would include private andpublic agencies, public school services, community developmentagencies and specific organizations working with specializedpersons or age groupings. The students will also explorevarying types of job opportunities within these services as wellas personal dimensions of people who are intending to enterthe social work field. Group 2 course.SWK 170 Service Internship Orientation.............. 1.0 (1)Recommended prerequisite(s): SWK 170, placement intoENG 111Orientation and preparation for introductory internshipexperiences in social work areas. For example, introduction touse of supervision, supervisory evaluation, self-evaluation andvarying agency structures and functions. Opportunities forinternships will also be introduced. This course is done in classand seminar format, meeting one hour a week for five sessions,plus one eight hour seminar. Group 2 course.SWK 211 Social Interviewing Skills....................... 3.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): PSY 101 or SOC 101 or SWK 121Introduction to types, purposes and stages of interviewing.Basic empathy training. Skill development for observation, listening,non-verbal communication rapport building, informationgiving and information gathering. Beginning training inrecording and documentation. Emphases on self-monitoringand working with culturally diverse, oppressed or psychologicallymaladaptive clients. Group 2 course.SWK 221 Introduction to Social Welfare............... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): PSY 101 or SOC 101 orSWK 121, placement into ENG 111This course reviews the historical perspectives of social welfare,how these translate into services and the implications of theseon society today. It then moves into modern social work systemsand the existing attitudes, philosophies and the implicationsof economic, political, and cultural conditions. Varyingmajor theories of behavior are also explored as they relate tosocial work and clients in need of services. Group 2 course.Course Descriptions<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.SWK 290 Social Work Internship........................... 3.0 (3)Recommended prerequisite(s): SWK 170, SWK 121This course helps to prepare students for the generalistpractice in the field of social work. This is a field instructioncourse that students will engage in direct practice of socialwork education. In this course, you will complete 120 clockhours in a human service agency. This placement will providean opportunity to observe social workers while they work, aswell as assisting in general service delivery under very closesupervision. Students must complete 40 internship hoursper credit, and finish the full 120 hours in one semester.Group 2 course.For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.157
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGTHRTheaterTHR 151 Basic Acting............................................ 4.0 (4)This course is an introduction to basic acting technique. Thehuman voice as the actor’s tool is explored through basic vocaland physical warm ups, and basic stage improvisationaltechniques are introduced. The course further emphasizes anintroduction to basic auditioning rules and approaches; stagemonologues are selected and performed, and students selectand perform two person scenes.VCAVisualCommunications/ArtVCA 100 Materials and Techniques...................... 3.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): ART 121This course introduces students to commercial drawing techniques,with an emphasis on perspective, pen and ink, andcolor techniques in marker and pencil when illustrating avariety of different products and illustration formats. Creativemedia experimentation is encouraged. Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsTHR 152 Acting II.................................................... 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): THR 151This course further emphasizes warm-ups, both vocal andphysical, as well as advanced stage improvisation to hone theactor’s skill level. The course focuses on advanced scene workthrough the study and performance of two Shakespeareanscenes. Each student will leave the course with two preparedmonologues; one serious and one comic. The audition processand monologue preparation are further emphasized, as well asthe director’s art and the craft of playwriting.THR 211 Play Production....................................... 4.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): THR 151, THR 152, may betaken concurrentlyThis course emphasizes theory and practice of dramaticproduction demonstrated through the public presentation ofa play. All students enrolled in the class will have the opportunityto act, as well as the chance to fill vital roles backstage inthe areas of technical theater and stagecraft, as that semester’splay is auditioned, cast, blocked, produced, and eventuallyperformed. Students may enroll in play production four timesfor credit under numbers 211, 212, 213, and 214. To assureproper credit is received, please verify the 200 level theatercourse for which you are registering.VCA 123 Photoshop I............................................. 2.0 (2)In this course you will learn and practice the basics of AdobePhotoshop, a rasterized image manipulation tool used to createand mdify images for both print and the web. You will learnbasic selection techniques, color and blending modes, typecreation and effects, how to use layers, masks and filters, howto create animated gifs and roll overs and more. Digital camerasand scanner skills are also learned. Group 2 course.VCA 124 Photoshop II............................................ 2.0 (2)Required prerequisite(s): VCA 123Students will learn advanced features of Adobe Photoshop, arasterized image manipulation tool used to create images forboth print and interactive environments. You will learn morecomplex color management, how to restore damaged images,how to manipulate type, automate tasks, prepare files for pintand more. Students will apply their composition and layoutskills to projects using Adobe Photoshop. Group 2 course.VCA 125 Typography I............................................ 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): VCA 150Recommended prerequisite(s): VCA 123This class serves as an introduction to typographic history,letterforms, mechanics, terminology, and usage. Students willcomplete projects that lead them to an understanding of thefundamental and technical aspects of this abstract art as itrelates to the field of visual communications as well as printand electronic media. Group 2 course.VCA 126 Typography II........................................... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): VCA 125This class serves as continuation to typographic history, trends,display faces and grids with an emphasis on book typography,binding and structuring methods. Students will complete projectsthat lead them to an understanding of intermediate typography,current typographic trends and comparative analysis oftypefaces that relate to the field of Visual Communications aswell as print and electronic media. Group 2 course.VCA 146 Interactive Animation............................. 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): VCA 123, VCA 150This course will focus on the exploration of interactive navigation,animation and storytelling that are created for and existon the web. Programming skills, design theory, rendering, filemanagement, organization, animation history and the introductionof Adobe Flash, Soundtrack and Fireworks software158 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGwill emphasize creative and narrative web language usingAction Script 2.0. Group 2 course.VCA 147 Web Design I........................................... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): VCA 123 and VCA 150 orinstructor permissionThis course will focus on creative website development anddesign. Site planning, interactive navigation, design theory, filemanagement, organization and the introduction of MacromediaDreamweaver and Fireworks software will emphasizecreative and utilitarian website construction. Group 2 course.VCA 150 Digital Graphic Design I......................... 4.0 (4)In this course you will learn and practice the basics of AdobeInDesign, a desktop publishing tool used to create layouts forprint. You will learn how to create, format, manipulate andlink text, use style sheets, create single and multipage documents,use frames, color management, import and creategraphics, use tables and prepare files for production. In thiscourse you will also learn the basics of Adobe Illustrator, avector based tool used to create images and layouts for bothprint and interactive environments. You will learn how to createand manipulate basic shapes with the pen and pencil tools,create gradients, work with type, use layers, create shapes, usefill and stroke, use transform tools, use text tools, use the pentool, print and choose appropriate color tools for correlatingapplications. Group 2 course.VCA 200 Visual Communications II...................... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ART 122, ART 131, VCA 100,VCA 123, VCA 125, VCA 150Corequisite(s): VCA 220Through this course you will gain insight and an introductionto the theory of graphic design through practice in researching,brainstorming, creative problem solving, comping andproduction of two and three dimensional graphic designs,logo marks, and three dimensional packaging while embracingtraditional and digital techniques and receiving constructivecriticism of your work and practice. Group 2 course.VCA 220 Visual Communications III..................... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ART 131, VCA 100, VCA 123,VCA 150Corequisite(s): VCA 200Through this course, students will gain insight and introductionto the theory of advertising design and art directionthrough practice in researching, brainstorming, creative problemsolving, comping and production of print advertising,advertising campaigns, television story boards and productbranding, while embracing traditional and digital techniquesand receiving constructive criticism of work and practice.Group 2 course.VCA 225 Visual Communications Studio............. 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): VCA 200, VCA 220Corequisite(s): VCA 230, VCA 235By the end of this course, students will have participated intwo hands-on “real world” design projects in which you willact as writer, art director, designer, photographer or illustrator.Projects are for various local not-for-profit clients. You willlearn all aspects of pre-press work, production and printing viafield trips while also learning to work with clients and the selfdrivenresponsibilities of independent work. Group 2 course.VCA 230 Visual Communications V...................... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): VCA 200, VCA 220 orinstructor permissionCorequisite(s): VCA 225, VCA 235In this course students will excel in setting occupational/educationalaspirations and offering and receiving constructivecriticism of work. Students will design and produce a body ofwork for their portfolio, tailored to their individual goals, beit in Illustration, Graphic Design, Motion Graphics, or ArtDirection. Progressive visual communications theory andpractice will also be studied. Group 2 course.VCA 235 Visual Communications Portfolio.......... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): ENG 112, VCA 200, VCA 220Corequisite(s): VCA 225, VCA 230Students explore various methods of preparing professionalportfolios, as well as the packaging and marketing of theirportfolio works in preparation for further education and/orjob interviews related to their career goals in visual communications.Along with the portfolio, each student prepares aresume, digital portfolio and considers other self-promotionalpieces to complete the portfolio package. The emphasis ofthis course is that each student compiles a professional lookingand complete portfolio package based on his/her occupationaland educational goals. Group 2 course.VCA 246 Interactive Animation II......................... 3.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): VCA 146This course will focus on the advanced exploration of interactivenavigation, animation and storytelling that is created forand exists on the web. Advanced Design theory, greater interactivity,file architecture, web loading, hosting and uploadingfor Flash and more exposure to Adobe Flash software focusingand learning Action Script 3.0 will emphasize creative andnarrative language, leading into web site building and basicgame development. Students should be self-motivated sincethis advanced section involves independent projects.Group 2 course.VCA 250 Time Based Media I................................ 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): VCA 150Recommended prerequisite(s): ART 171This is a multisensory, theory driven exploration of time-basedvisual communication environments in individual and teamprojects. The role of typography, image, sound, space, luminosity,nonlinear concepts and narrative are assessed and usedto create sequences of film and moving image. Students areexposed to tools, theories, history of the medium, aestheticsand techniques used in time-base with Final Cut Pro 6, Motion3, LiveType 2, Soundtrack Pro 2, Compressor 3, Colorand DVD Studio Pro 4. Group 2 course.Course DescriptionsFor course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.159
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCourse DescriptionsVCA 252 Time Based Media II............................... 3.0 (4)Recommended prerequisite(s): VCA 250, ART 171 orinstructor permissionThis is a multisensory, theory driven continuation and explorationof time-based visual communication environments inindividual and team projects. The role of typography, image,sound, space, luminosity, nonlinear structure and narrativeare assessed and used to create sequences of moving image.Students are exposed to tools, theories, the history of the medium,aesthetics and techniques used in time-based at a moreadvanced level using all the programs of Final Cut Studio 2.Students should be self-motivated since this advanced sectioninvolves independent projects. Group 2 course.VCA 290 Visual Communications Internship....... 3.0 (4)Required prerequisite(s): Students must have completed all VCAcourses with a minimum 3.0 GPA and departmental approval.This course is required for the Associate of Applied Sciencedegree in Creative Management in Art Direction. The purposeof the internship is to provide on-the-job experience for thestudent who wished to pursue a career in visual communications.The internship will be customized to meet the learningneeds of the student and the job requirements of the sponsoringfirms. Students spend 12 hours per week in this paid ornon-paid, supervised on-the-job training experience. In additionto the required 180 hours in a graphic design businesssite, students participate in bi-weekly reports and critiqueswith instructor. Students must apply one month prior to thesummer semester in which they will complete the internship.WPTWelding ProcessTechnologyWPT 100 Combined Welding (GAS)....................... 2.0 (3)This course provides the student with the opportunity to learnthe theory and application of safe oxy-acetylene welding andcutting techniques in the flat and horizontal positions on mildsteel. Group 2 course.WPT 102 Combined Welding (ARC)...................... 2.0 (3)This course provides the student an opportunity to learntheory and application of safe Shielded Metal Arc Welding(SMAW) techniques in the flat and horizontal positions using“fast freeze” electrodes. Group 2 course.WPT 110 Oxy-Fuel Process................................... 3.0 (5)This course is designed for Welding students pursuing jobskills or transferring into a Welding degree program. Topicsinclude oxyacetylene welding in the flat, horizontal and verticalpositions; oxyactylene cutting, and oxyacetylene brazing.Students learn safety and theory as well as develop their proficiencyin these operations. Group 2 course.WPT 120 GTAW (TIG) Welding I............................... 2.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): WPT 100 or WPT 110This course provides the student with the opportunity tolearn and apply the theory of basic Gas Tungsten Arc Welding(GTAW) welding techniques on ferrous and non-ferrous metalsin the flat and horizontal positions. Group 2 course.WPT 121 GTAW (TIG) Welding II.............................. 2.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s):WPT 120This course provides students the opportunity to learn andapply welding techniques using the Gas Tungsten Arc Welding(GTAW) process on ferrous and non-ferrous metals onadvanced joint designs and in the vertical position.Group 2 course.WPT 130 SMAW (Arc) Welding I.............................. 3.0 (5)This course is designed for students pursuing job skills ortransfer into a Welding degree program. Students learn theoryand application of safe Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)in the flat and horizontal positions. They develop skills with“fast freeze” and “low hydrogen” type electrodes. Topicsinclude welding terminology, electrical theory as it relates toSMAW, weld defects and quality, and the American WeldingSociety SMAW filter material numbering system.Group 2 course.WPT 131 SMAW (Arc) Welding II............................. 2.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): WPT 130This course provides the student with advanced theory andapplication of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) techniquesin the flat, horizontal and vertical positions using “fastfreeze” and “low hydrogen” electrodes. Topics include weldquality, inspection, power sources, and trouble shooting.Group 2 course.WPT 140 GMAW (MIG) Welding I............................2.0 (3)This course provides the student an opportunity to learnthe theory and application of basic Gas Metal Arc Welding(GMAW) techniques on ferrous metals. Group 2 course.WPT 141 GMAW (MIG) Welding II...........................2.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): WPT 140This course provides students the opportunity to learn and applysafe welding techniques using the Gas Metal Arc Welding(GMAW) process on ferrous and non-ferrous metals on advancedjoint designs and welding positions. Group 2 course.WPT 142 Flux Cored Arc Welding..........................2.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): WPT 140This course provides students the opportunity to learn and applysafe welding techniques using the Flux Cored Arc Welding(FCAW) process. Group 2 course.WPT 160 Welding Qualification Prep....................2.0 (3)Required prerequisite(s): WPT 121, or WPT 131, or WPT 141This course provides experienced welders/students the opportunityto take the AWS welder qualification tests in specifiedprocesses on specified materials in specified positions.Group 2 course.160 For course availability, refer to www.nmc.edu/schedule or the Schedule of Classes.
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2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGStudent Rights & ResponsibilitiesStudent HandbookMStudent Rights &Responsibilities - Process1. General Statement of Student Rights and Responsibilitiesa. The purpose of the Student Rights and Responsibilities statement is todefine a student’s basic rights within the college community, state whatactions students may expect from the college to protect those rights,and explain the college’s expectations of its student members, includingthe standards by which student behavior are measured. This statementdescribes unacceptable student behavior and outlines the procedures bywhich students are disciplined if they engage in unacceptable conduct.b. Students have the right to be treated fairly by the college and to be informedof college policies and/or regulations affecting them. Any studentaccused of violating college policies and/or regulations is entitledto fair and balanced procedural protection.2. General JurisdictionApplication to Academic Students: A person must be officially admittedand/or currently registered for an academic credit course to be considereda student under this policy.3. Student Code of Conducta. Jurisdictioni. The jurisdiction of the college shall extend to personal behaviorand conduct which occurs on <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>property, or at any official college function or activity whetherthose activities are social, professional, or academic.ii. The Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Services shallhave original jurisdiction over all complaints involving Section 3.b. (Prohibited Behavior). The <strong>College</strong> Review Board shall haveexclusive jurisdiction over all appeals under Section 3.b. Prohibited Behavior: The following behavior and conduct is prohibited.This list is not intended to be exhaustive and the collegereserves the right to impose discipline for personal behavior andconduct that may not be expressly identified in Section 3. b. if thestudent knew or should have known that the conduct was notappropriate under the circumstances.i. Interference with the teaching and learning process, including theuse of profanity toward another student or faculty/staff member.ii. Physical abuse, verbal abuse, threats, intimidation, harassment,coercion, and/or other conduct which threatens or endangers thehealth or safety of any person, including sexual assault against anystudent, faculty, staff, or guest of the college.iii. Discrimination based on age, color, disability/handicap, height,marital status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion,gender, sexual orientation, veteran’s status, or weight.iv. Interference by force, threat, harassment, or duress with anindividual’s personal safety, academic efforts, employment, orparticipation in college-sponsored activities and/or creating areasonable apprehension that such interference is about to occur.This includes stalking.v. Disruption of college activities and college business, including,but not limited to, classes, convocations, and student services.vi. Continued occupation of a college facility after being requestedto leave by any person acting as an authorized agent of the college.vii. Defacement, damage to, or theft of college property and/or thatof another student, faculty, staff, or guest of the college.viii. Tampering with fire alarms, safety systems, or the unauthorizedix.setting of fires.Dishonesty, including, but not limited to, cheating, furnishingfalse information to the college, forgery, misuse or alteration ofany college document, or misuse of the college computer system.Academic dishonesty is covered in the Academic Code of Behavioras set forth in Section 5.x. Making a false report concerning a fire, bomb, or otheralleged emergency.xi. Use, possession, manufacture, or distribution of drug paraphernalia,controlled substances, and look-alike drugs. The use oftobacco products and alcoholic beverages as prohibited by <strong>NMC</strong>policies and/or state law.xii. Possession, while on campus or at a college-sponsored function, ofany weapons, or look-alike weapons, including, but not limited tofirearms, explosives, dangerous chemicals, knives, brass knuckles,licensed weapons, or objects or instruments possessed for use as aweapon or for direct or indirect delivery to another person for useas a weapon.xiii. Willful disobedience of college officials or authorized agents actingin the performance of their duties.xiv. Willful violation of college rules, regulations, procedures, andpolicies as promulgated in college policy statements.xv.xvi.Any violation of a local ordinance, or state or federal law.Unauthorized possession, duplication, or use of keys to any collegepremises, or unauthorized entry to or use of college premises, ortampering with any door or door locking mechanism.xvii. Bringing animals into the classrooms or buildings, with the exceptionof Seeing Eye dogs, or dogs trained to assist persons with adisability recognized under state or federal law.xviii.To maintain classroom integrity, only those students registered foran <strong>NMC</strong> class may attend that class, except for authorized guests.xix.xx.xxi.Conduct which is disorderly, lewd, or indecent; which includesthe use of electronic/digital recording and/or imaging devicesused to take images and/or recordings of persons without theirknowledge and/or consent; breach of the peace; aiding, abetting,or procuring another person to breach the peace on college premisesor at functions sponsored by the college, or participated in bythe college.Theft or other abuse of computer time, as described in the Computerand Network Acceptable Use Policy including, but notlimited to:(a) Unauthorized entry into a file to use, read, or change thecontents, or for any other purpose.(b) Unauthorized transfer of files.(c) Unauthorized use of another individual’s identification orpassword.(d) Use of computer facilities to interfere with the work of anotherstudent, faculty/staff member, or college official.(e) Use of computer facilities to send or publish threatening,obscene, or abusive messages.(f) Use of computer facilities to view and/or print obscene oroffensive images.(g) Use of computer facilities to interfere with normal operationsof the college computer system.Abuse of the disciplinary process, including, but not limited to:(a) Failure to obey the summons of a disciplinary body or collegeofficial.(b) Falsification, distortion, or misrepresentation of informationbefore a disciplinary body.(c) Disruption or interference with the orderly conduct of a disciplinaryproceeding.(d) Interruption of a disciplinary proceeding.(e) Attempting to discourage an individual’s proper participationin, or use of, the disciplinary system.(f) Attempting to influence the impartiality of a member of adisciplinary body prior to, and/or during the course of, thedisciplinary proceeding.(g) Verbal or physical harassment and/or intimidation of a memberof a disciplinary body prior to, during, and/or after adisciplinary proceeding.(h) Failure to comply with the sanction(s) imposed under theStudent Code of Conduct.(i) Influencing or attempting to influence another person tocommit an abuse of the disciplinary system.162 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGc. Report of Violations – Initial Inquiryi. Any person may report that a student has allegedly violated theStudent Code of Conduct to the Dean of Enrollment Managementand Student Services, or his/her designee.ii. Upon receiving such a report, the Dean of Enrollment Managementand Student Services or his/her designee may conduct aninformal inquiry to determine:(a) If there is jurisdiction over the alleged violation;(b) Whether the accused is a student, as defined in Section 2;(c) Whether the alleged conduct is prohibited; and(d) Whether a sanction is probable, if the allegation is proven.d. Procedures: Following an informal inquiry, if the Dean of EnrollmentManagement and Student Services or his/her designee determines thatthe alleged violation, if proven, would result in a written warning, theprocedures as set forth in Section 3. d. i. of the Student Code ofConduct shall apply. If the Dean of Enrollment Management andStudent Services or his/her designee determines that the alleged violation,if proven, could result in the imposition of a sanction or sanctionsmore severe than a warning, the procedures as set forth in Section 3. d.ii. of the Student Code of Conduct will apply.i. If the Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Services orhis/her designee determines after discussing with the student thata violation has occurred and the sanction for the violation shouldbe a written warning, the following procedures shall be used:(a) A written warning shall be administered and presented to thestudent by the Dean of Enrollment Management and StudentServices, or by his/her designee, or any other authorizedemployee of the <strong>College</strong>.(b) Written notice of the conduct constituting the violation andthe nature of the warning shall be filed by the Dean of EnrollmentManagement and Student Services or his/her designeeor any other authorized employee with the Office ofStudent Services.(c) There shall be no appeal from this written warning.(d) All written warnings and notices will be securely stored in theoffice of the Dean of Enrollment Management and StudentServices. This material will be held for a minimum ofthree years.ii. If the Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Services, orhis/her designee, has a reasonable basis to believe a sanction moresevere than a warning could be imposed, then the following procedureswill be used:(a) Complaint. All proceedings other than the administration of awarning shall commence with the filing of a written complaintwith the Dean of Enrollment Management and StudentServices as soon as reasonable following the date of the allegedviolation. A complaint may be filed only when there is a goodfaith belief that there has been a violation of prohibited behavior.(b) Form of Complaint. The complaint shall include (1) facts allegedto constitute a violation; (2) the provision(s) of the StudentCode of Conduct alleged to have been violated; and (3) thename of the student alleged to have committed the violation.(c) Who May File. The complaint may be filed by (1) a collegeadministrator or staff person; (2) faculty member; (3) student;(4) resident hall staff; or (5) other individual as designatedor confirmed by the Dean of Enrollment Management andStudent Services.(d) Service. The student against whom the complaint is made shallbe personally notified and provided a copy of the complaintand the probable sanctions by the Dean of Enrollment Managementand Student Services or his/her designee, as soon afterthe complaint is filed as possible.(e) Response. A student served with a complaint shall elect oneof the following options within three (3) college business daysafter service of the complaint by completing, signing, and returningthe Student Response form to the Dean of EnrollmentManagement and Student Services.(i) The student may admit the alleged violation and be sanctionedaccordingly.(ii) The student may request mediation, if the Dean of En-rollment Management and Student Services and otheraffected parties agree to mediation. If mediation fails or isnot agreed to by the Dean of Enrollment Managementand Student Services or any of the other parties, theindividual shall proceed under options (i) or (iii) ofthis section.(iii) The student may deny the alleged violation.If the Student Response Form is not completed and returnedwithin three (3) college business days after service, the Deanof Enrollment Management and Student Services may treatsuch action as an admission of the violation and administera sanction.(f) Investigation. If the student denies the allegations, the Deanof Enrollment Management and Student Services will, withina reasonable period of time, but not more than fifteen (15)college business days, begin the investigation process. TheDean of Enrollment Management and Student Services shalltake the following action:(i) Meet with the student and other relevant parties.(ii) If necessary, assign an impartial investigator to conductfurther investigation pursuant to the <strong>College</strong>’s “InvestigationGuidelines.”(iii) Present the student with all of the evidence upon which adecision will be made and an opportunity for the studentto refute the evidence.(g) Findings. Following completion of the Investigation providedunder ii. (f) above, the Dean of Enrollment Management andStudent Services shall take the following action:(i)Evaluate all evidence presented and, either:- Dismiss the complaint for lack of clear and convincingevidence that a violation of the Student Code ofConduct occurred or that the accused did not committhe act that resulted in a violation, or- Based on a finding of clear and convincing evidence,determine that a violation of the Student Code ofConduct was committed by the accused and impose anappropriate sanction.(h) Notice. As soon as the Dean of Enrollment Management andStudent Services makes a finding, the Dean shall notify thestudent in writing.e. Sanctions: A sanction is an action taken when the Student Code ofConduct has been violated. One or more of the following sanctions maybe applied. If the student expressly waives his/her right to be sanctionedunder this section, the college may impose a different sanction thanthose listed.i. Warning. Notice, orally or in writing, that continuation or repetitionof conduct in violation of Section 3. b. may be cause for moresevere disciplinary action.ii. Censure. A written reprimand, including the possibility of moresevere disciplinary sanctions in the event of a subsequent violationof a college regulation within a stated period of time.iii. Letter of Apology. The student will prepare and send a letter ofapology to the victim(s) of the misconduct.iv. Probation. Exclusion from participation in privileges or extra-curricularcollege activities for a period not to exceed one academicyear from date of offense or infraction.v. Restitution. Reimbursement for defacement, damage to, ormisappropriation of property, or personal injury expenses.vi. Community Service. The performance of an appropriate amountof public service that is both beneficial to the community andwhich will likely assist the individual in understanding the harmcaused by his or her conduct.vii.Attendance. Enrollment and completion of a class that helps theperson understand the harm caused by his or her conduct. Thissanction may be required for alcohol, substance abuse, or psychological assessments.viii. Restricted Student Status. The student will be allowed to go toand from classes only and will not be allowed to participate freelyin any other campus activity. Campus security services may be required,if deemed appropriate. This sanction may remain in effectStudent Handbookwww.nmc.edu163
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGStudent Handbookuntil completion of the disciplinary process.ix. Disciplinary Suspension. Exclusion from classes and other privilegesor activities as set forth in the notice for a definite period oftime. A disciplinary suspension will be held in abeyance duringan appeal.x. Emergency Suspension.(a) Exclusion from campus and/or classes and/or other privilegesor activities for purposes of investigation, and/or relieving thetension of the student body or class due to a serious infractionof campus rules; or removing a threat to the well-being of thestudents, or removing for the good of the order of the collegea student or students whose presence would prevent the continuednormal conduct of the academic community.(b) Emergency Suspension may be imposed immediately by theDean of Enrollment Management and Student Services or byhis/her designee without the filing of a complaint. EmergencySuspension will continue until reviewed by the Dean of EnrollmentManagement and Student Services. If the EmergencySuspension is continued for more than three (3) college businessdays, the student shall have the right to appeal to the<strong>College</strong> Review Board within seven (7) college business daysfollowing the emergency suspension. Students who are suspendedfor disciplinary reasons will receive a grade of W forall classes in which he/she is enrolled. If the suspension isoverturned and the student does not wish to finish thesemester, tuition, and fees paid for that semester may beapplied toward future enrollments or refunded.xi. Expulsion. Termination of student status. Re-admission may notbe sought before the expiration of one academic year from thedate of expulsion.xii. Permanent Expulsion. Permanent expulsion is for the most severecases, with no rights for future re-admission considered.f. Appeal: An appeal of the Dean of Enrollment Management and StudentServices’ finding that a violation occurred and/or the imposedsanction or sanctions may be taken to the <strong>College</strong> Review Board. (SeeSection 7). A notice of appeal must be filed with the office of the Deanof Enrollment Management and Student Services within ten (10) collegebusiness days after the student has received notice of the decision of theDean of Enrollment Management and Student Services.4. Residence Hall Code of Conducta. Jurisdictioni. The Director of Residence Life and Judicial Affairs and the Deanof Enrollment Management and Student Services shall have jurisdiction,respectively, in all cases involving code violations underthe Residence Hall Code of Conduct as set forth in Section 4. b.ii. Personal actions on <strong>NMC</strong> Residence Hall property, adjacentareas, or at official Residence Hall sponsored functions, as proscribedin Section 4. b., are governed by the Residence Hall Codeof Conduct.b. Prohibitive Behavior: The following behavior and conduct is prohibited.This list is not intended to be exhaustive and incorporates byreference all prohibited personal behavior included in Section 3. b. ofthis publication for purposes of a warning. The <strong>College</strong> reserves the rightto impose discipline for personal actions that may not be expresslyidentified in Section 4. b. if the student knew or should have knownthat the conduct was not appropriate under the circumstances.i. The manufacture, use, or sale of alcohol, inhalants, and otherdrugs are prohibited. Alcohol containers and drug paraphernaliaare also prohibited.ii. Knowingly being present in a residence hall room where a prohibitedsubstance is being used, but not using it or consuming ityourself.iii.iv.Any violation of a local ordinance, or state or federal law.Violation of posted quiet hours or making continued noise duringother hours when requested by another resident to limit yournoisemaking. These other hours are commonly referred to ascourtesy hours.v. Burning of items such as incense, candles, embers, natural fuel,oil, kerosene, propane, and charcoal.vi. Keeping of fireworks, gasoline, and all other combustibles.vii. Keeping or using any item which displays an open heatingelement, such as hot plates and hot pots.viii. Keeping of motorcycles or other fuel-driven engines in your room.ix. Keeping of natural cut trees, leaves, or greens in your room otherthan potted plants.x. Keeping of firearms, weapons, including, but not limited to,hunting knives, swords, brass knuckles, and martial arts weapons.xi. Keeping of look-alike weapons, including, but not limited to,pellet guns.xii. Keeping of paintball guns and paintball pellets.xiii. Allowing a guest to stay in your room or other resident’s rooms formore than three nights per semester.xiv. Allowing a guest of the opposite sex to stay in your room withoutthe written and verbal permission of your roommate and suitemate(s),filed a minimum of 24 hours prior to the visit with yourresident assistant.xv. Allowing a guest to enter the living areas of the Residence Hallswithout signing in at the Front Desk during the hours of10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.xvi. Allowing guests in your room who are under the age of 18 years.The only exceptions are those guests who are <strong>NMC</strong> students orfamily members.xvii. Smoking inside any areas of the Residence Halls including individualrooms.xviii. Instigating offensive odors in any areas of the Residence Hallsincluding individual rooms. Offensive odors may be defined as,but not limited to, clove cigarettes, pipes, potpourri, or use offragrant sprays.xix. The throwing of any material (including liquids) from windows.xx.xxi.Entering a room through a window.Unauthorized access to, and on the roof of either Residence Hallbuilding, and the glass skylight area of the Student Center inWest Hall.xxii. Keeping your Residence Hall room in an unsafe or condition thathinders the health of yourself and others.xxiii. Use of nails, tape, putty, glue, or any adhesive material as decorationsin your room, which may cause damage.xxiv. Writing directly on furniture, walls, doors, floors, and windows inyour Residence Hall room.xxv. Failure to remove your garbage to the dumpsters located behindWest Hall.xxvi. Disposing of garbage, including cigarette butts, on the ground.xxvii. Entering the cafeteria without a shirt or shoes or in a swimsuit.xxviii. Transferring use of your meal card to another person.xxix. Decorating your room with alcohol bottles, cans, or boxes.xxx. For your safety and the safety of others, all sports are bannedinside the Residence Hall buildings. This includes bike riding,rollerblading, and any kind of ball play.xxxi. Not evacuating during a fire alarm.xxxii. Failure to comply with sanction(s) imposed under the ResidenceHall Code of Conduct.c. Report of Violations – Initial Inquiryi. Any person may report that a student has allegedly violated theResident Hall Code of Conduct to the Director of Residence Lifeand Judicial Affairs.ii. Upon receiving such a report, the Director of Residence Life andJudicial Affairs, or his/her designee, may conduct an informalinquiry to determine:(a) If there is jurisdiction over the alleged violation;(b) Whether the accused is a student, as defined in Section 2.(c) Whether the alleged conduct is prohibited; and(d) Whether a sanction is probable, if the allegation is proven.d. Procedures: Following an informal inquiry, if the Director of ResidenceLife and Judicial Affairs, or his/her designee, determines that thealleged violation, if proven, would result in a written warning, then theprocedures as set forth in Section 4. d. i. of the Residence Hall Codeof Conduct will apply. If the Coordinator of Student Life or his/herdesignee determines that the alleged violation, if proven, could result in164 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGthe imposition of a sanction more severe than a warning, the proceduresas set forth in Section 4. d. ii. of the Residence Hall Code of Conductwill apply.i. Upon completion of an investigation, if the Director of ResidenceLife and Judicial Affairs, or his/her designee, determines afterdiscussing with the student that a violation has occurred and theappropriate sanction for the violation should be a writtenwarning with appropriate counseling, the following procedureswill be used:(a) A written warning shall be administered and presented to thestudent by a Residence Life Supervisor, or the Director ofResidence Life and Judicial Affairs, or any other authorizedemployee of the <strong>College</strong>.(b) Written notice of the conduct constituting the violation andthe nature of the warning shall be filed by the appropriate staffmember with the Office of Residence Life.(c) There shall be no appeal from this written warning.(d) All written warnings and notices will be securely stored in theoffice of the Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Services.This material will be held for a minimum of three years.ii. If the Director of Residence Life and Judicial Affairs has a reasonablebasis to believe a sanction other than a warning could beimposed for the alleged violation of the Residence Hall Code ofConduct, the following procedures shall be used:(a) Complaint. A complaint shall be filed with the Director ofResidence Life and Judicial Affairs as soon as reasonable followingthe date of the alleged violation. A complaint may be filedonly where there is a good faith belief that there has been aviolation of the prohibited conduct.(b) Form of Complaint. The complaint shall include (1) factsalleged to constitute a violation; (2) the provision(s) of theResidence Hall Code of Conduct believed to have been violated;(3) the name of the student(s) alleged to have committedthe violation.(c) Who May File. The complaint can be filed by (1) a college administratoror staff person; (2) faculty member; (3) student; (4)resident hall staff; or (5) another individual as designated orconfirmed by the Director of Residence Life and Judicial Affairs.(d) Service. The student against whom the complaint is made shallbe personally notified and provided a copy of the complaintand the probable sanction by the Director of Residence Lifeand Judicial Affairs as his/her designee as soon after the complaintis filed as possible.(e) Response. A student served with a complaint shall elect oneof the following options within three (3) college business daysafter service of the complaint by completing, signing, andreturning the Student Response form to the Director of Resi-dence Life and Judicial Affairs.(i) The student may admit the alleged violation and besanctioned accordingly.(ii) The student may request mediation, if the Director ofResidence Life and Judicial Affairs and other affectedparties agree to mediation. If mediation fails or is notacceptable to the Director of Residence Life and JudicialAffairs or any of the other parties, the individual shallproceed under options (i) or (iii) of this section.(iii) The student may deny the alleged violation.If the Student Response form is not completed and returnedwithin the seven (7) college business days, the Director ofResidence Life and Judicial Affairs may treat such action as anadmission of a violation, and administer a sanction.(f) Investigation. If the student denies the allegation, the Coordinatorof Housing and Residence Life shall, within a reasonableperiod of time, but not more than fifteen (15) college businessdays, begin the investigation process. The Director of ResidenceLife and Judicial Affairs shall take the following action:(i) Meet with the student and other appropriate parties.(ii) If necessary, assign an impartial investigator to conductfurther investigations pursuant to the <strong>College</strong>’s “InvestigationGuidelines.”(iii) Present the student with all of the evidence upon whicha decision will be made and provide the student with anopportunity to refute the evidence.(g) Findings. Following completion of the Investigation providedunder (ii)(f) above, the Dean of Enrollment Management andStudent Services shall take the following action:(i) Evaluate all evidence presented and, either:(ii) Dismiss the complaint for lack of clear and convincingevidence that a violation of the Residence Hall Code ofConduct occurred or that the accused did not committhe act that resulted in a violation, or(iii) Based on a finding of clear and convincing evidence,determine that the accused violated the Residence HallCode of Conduct and impose an appropriate sanction.e. Sanctions: A sanction is an action taken when the Residence Hall StudentCode of Conduct has been violated. Sanctions are meant to assistin creating a community which upholds the educational mission of theResidence Halls. If the student expressly waives his/her right to be sanctionedunder this section, the <strong>College</strong> may impose a different sanction.i. Warning. Notice, orally, or in writing, that continuation orrepetition of student conduct in violation of prohibited conductas set forth in Section 3. b., and Section, 4. b., may be cause formore severe disciplinary action.ii. Censure. A written reprimand, including the possibility of moresevere disciplinary sanctions in the event of a subsequent violationof a Residence Hall violation within a stated period of time.iii. Letter of Apology. The student will prepare and send a letteriv.of apology to the victim(s) of the misconduct.Restitution. Reimbursement for defacement, damage to, ormisappropriation of property, or personal injury expenses.v. Fines. Differing from reimbursement in that the monetaryamount required is a pre-set designation and is not tied to costof defacement or damage.(a) Smoking violation; $25 fine per offense(b) Throwing items from room window; $50 fine per object(c) Unauthorized or overextended guest; $50 fine per night(d) Garbage or personal belongings placed in unauthorized areas;$25 fine per bag or $15 fine per item(e) Non-evacuation during fire alarm; $100 fine per offense(f) Tampering with fire safety equipment; $500 fine per offense(g) Unauthorized access on the roof; $50 fine per offense(h) Failure to comply with health and safety violation correction;$25 fine per dayvi.Educational Design. The individual enrolls in and completes aclass or completes a study or paper that helps the person understandthe harm caused by his or her conduct. Required foralcohol, substance abuse, and may be required in psychologicalassessments.vii. Community Service. The individual completes work projectsassigned by the Director of Residence Life and Judicial Affairs.The work will be directly related to the prohibited action thestudent engaged.viii. Disciplinary Housing Suspension. Removal from the ResidenceHall living areas and possibly public areas, such as cafeteria. Theindividual may be responsible for all remaining housing and mealcharges. The individual forfeits his/her deposit. This sanction is infull effect during the appeals process if it is invoked. Re-admissionmay not be sought before the expiration of one academic yearfrom the date of suspension.ix. Permanent Housing Eviction. Removal from the ResidenceHall living areas and public areas. The individual may beresponsible for all remaining housing and meal charges. Theindividual forfeits his/her deposit. This sanction is in full effectduring the appeals process if it is invoked. No rights for futurere-admission considered.x. Emergency Suspension.a. Exclusion from housing privileges or activities for purposes ofinvestigation and/or relieving the tension of the student bodyor class due to a serious infraction of housing or campus rules;or removing a threat to the well-being of the students, orremoving for the good of the order of the college, a student orStudent Handbookwww.nmc.edu165
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGStudent Handbookstudents whose presence would prevent the continued normalconduct of the academic or residential community.b. Emergency Suspension may be imposed immediately by theDirector of Residence Life and Judicial Affairs or by his/herdesignee without the filing of a complaint. EmergencyHousing Suspension will continue until reviewed by the Directorof Residence Life and Judicial Affairs. If the EmergencySuspension is continued for more than three (3) college businessdays, the student shall have the right to appeal to the Deanof Enrollment Management and Student Services within three(3) college business days following the emergency suspension.A student may not appeal the decision of the Dean of EnrollmentManagement and Student Services. The decision of theDean of Enrollment Management and Student Services is final.f. Appeali. An appeal of the Director of Residence Life and Judicial Affairsdecision may be taken to the Dean of Enrollment Managementand Student Services. All appeals must be filed, in writing, withinten (10) college business days after the student has received noticeof the decision. All appeals must be based on the following reasonsand pursuant to the following procedures:(a) New evidence that is available that was not available duringthe investigation.(b) The evidence upon which the decision was made was insufficientor failed to meet the burden of proof.(c) The sanction was too severe for the offense.ii. The Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Services willdecide the individual’s appeal after a careful review of the evidence.The Dean’s findings shall be in writing and submitted to thestudent within twenty (20) college business days after the appealwas filed. The Dean of Enrollment Management and StudentServices may:(a) Uphold the original decision.(b) Reverse the original decision and dismiss all sanctions becausethe evidence did not meet the standard of proof.(c) Replace the original sanction with one that is less severe.iii. A student may not appeal the decision of the Dean of EnrollmentManagement and Student Services. The decision of the Dean ofEnrollment Management and Student Services is final.5. Academic Code of Behaviora. Cheating or Plagiarism: Cheating or plagiarism on written or oralexaminations, quizzes, papers, or other academic work is prohibited.Cheating is defined as falsifying data on a report, exam, summary, orpaper; the giving or receiving of aid in an examination situation; and/orthe use of unauthorized materials as an aid during an examination.Plagiarism consists of offering as one’s own work, the words, ideas, orarguments of another person, without appropriate attribution by quotation,reference, or footnote. Plagiarism occurs both when the words ofanother are reproduced without acknowledgment, and when the ideasor arguments of another are paraphrased in such a way as to lead thereader to believe that they originated with the writer.b. Procedures and Sanctionsi. If the faculty member has substantial evidence that a student hascheated or plagiarized academic work in violation of Section 5.a., the faculty member, after a good faith effort to contact thestudent, may impose the following sanctions:(a) Warning. Written notice that continuation or repetition ofwrongful conduct may result in further disciplinary action.(b) Censure. A written reprimand for breach of the AcademicCode of Behavior, including the possibility of more severedisciplinary sanctions if there is further violation of any partof the code.(c) Course-level Sanctions. Repeat relevant course requirementsor lower grade on relevant course requirements by deductingthe value of the examination paper or other evaluation instrumentsin which the violation occurred in part or in its entiretyin the determination of the final grade for the course. Sanctionsmay also include but not be limited to failure for the assignmentor exam where the dishonesty occurred and /or failurefor the course.166 www.nmc.eduii. The act of academic dishonesty also will be reported to the Deanof Enrollment Management and Student Services who may do oneor more of the following:(a) Conduct conferences with the student, the faculty member,and the Academic Discipline Chair to try and resolvethe matter.(b) If the Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Servicesdetermines that the act of academic dishonesty is egregious,then the Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Servicesmay impose an appropriate sanction pursuant to Section5. b. iii.iii. If the Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Servicesfinds a violation of Section 5. a. of the Academic Code of Behavior,based on substantial evidence, he/she may impose one of thefollowing sanctions:(a) Suspension from the <strong>College</strong>, which constitutes ineligibilityto continue at the <strong>College</strong> for a specified period of time not toexceed one calendar year.(b) Dismissal from the <strong>College</strong>, which constitutes ineligibility tocontinue in the college, normally with no opportunity forreadmission.c. Appeal: If the Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Servicesfinds that a student has violated the Academic Code of Behavior, thestudent may appeal the decision to the Academic Review Board pursuantto Section 8. Notice of appeal must be submitted to the office of theDean of Enrollment Management and Student Services, in writing, withinten (10) college business days after receiving notice of the decision.d. Unfair Gradingi. Unfair grading practices by faculty members are prohibited. Unfairgrading practices are defined as the assignment of a particulargrade to a student because of the student’s age, color, disability/handicap, height, marital status, national origin, political affiliation,race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, veteran’ status, orweight; and/or the failure to apply equal standards of academicevaluation to all students in a course; and/or the assignment of agrade on the bases of standards other than those announced in thesyllabus or by the instructor. It is recognized that in college-levelinstruction, some reasonable non-quantifiable judgments must bemade in determining grades.ii. Students who wish to protest a faculty grading decision mustdo so in writing within twenty (20) college business days afterassignment of the grade to the faculty member involved, witha copy delivered to the Dean of Enrollment Management andStudent Services.iii. The student complaint of unfair grading will be addressed througha series of informal conference(s) until the complaint is resolved.The order of the conferences is as follows: (1) the student and thefaculty member; (2) the student, the faculty member, and theDepartment Head or Academic Chair; (3) the student, the facultymember, and the Dean of Enrollment Management and Studentiv.Services. The conferences shall be held expeditiously.If the conferences fail to resolve the dispute, the Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Services shall uphold the gradeunless there is compelling evidence that warrants overturning thefaculty member’s decision. If a decision is made to overturn agrade, the Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Servicesshall be mindful of the following:(a) Under no circumstances shall the Dean review the qualityof an instructor’s teaching methods, the course content, theappropriateness of the standards established for the course, orthe right of the instructor to establish standards for the course.(b) The due process system does not deny that the right andresponsibility to assign grades rests with the faculty member.The responsibility to apply disciplinary rules related to theclassroom and programs of instruction rests with the facultymember and, as appropriate, with administrators charged withprogram responsibility.v. Either the faculty member or the student may appeal the decisionof the Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Services tothe Academic Review Board pursuant to Section 8. Notice of
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGappeal must be submitted to the office for the Dean of EnrollmentManagement and Student Services in writing within ten (10)col lege business days after receiving notice of the decision.6. Miscellaneous Codesa. Professional Standards for Occupational Programs: Any conflictbetween the Professional Standards for Occupational Programs and theStudent Rights and Responsibilities will be resolved in favor of theProfessional Standards.i. Cadet Discipline, Great Lakes Maritime Academy. These rulesand regulation are described in the GLMA Cadet Rules andRegulations.ii. Health Occupational Students. These rules and regulations aredescribed in the Student Policies for each Health Occupationprogram.iii. Law Enforcement Students. These rules and regulations aredescribed in the <strong>NMC</strong> Law Enforcement Program Requirements.iv. Career Pilot Students. These rules and regulations are describedin the <strong>NMC</strong> Student Pilot Training Program Requirements.b. Apartment Rules and Regulations: The rules and regulations thatapply to living in an <strong>NMC</strong> apartment can be found in the <strong>Northwestern</strong><strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> Apartment Living Handbook.c. Motor Vehicle Rules and Sanctionsi. Violations of the Uniform Traffic Code of Traverse City are withinthe jurisdiction of the City of Traverse City. Laws, rules, andregulations affecting the operation and use of vehicles on <strong>College</strong>property are found in the Uniform Traffic Code of Traverse Cityand in the <strong>College</strong> Rules and Regulations.ii. Violations of the motor vehicle rules and regulations not coveredunder the Uniform Traffic Code of Traverse City are subject to<strong>College</strong> disciplinary action by the Coordinator of Security, orhis/her designee.d. Off-Campus Misconducti. The <strong>College</strong> may take action regarding off-campus misconductthat does not occur at any official college function when thatconduct constitutes a flagrant disregard for any person’s health,safety, and/or property, and there is probable cause to believe thatit is a violation of law.ii. The Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Services willprovide written notice to the student of any disciplinary actionand the evidence upon which the college relied to impose thediscipline. The student shall have ten (10) college business daysto refute the evidence and request a rehearing in front of the Deanof Enrollment Management and Student Services.e. Mandatory Assessment Procedures: Instructions for Behavioral IncidentReport Team (BIRT) Follow-Up with Students (Medical/PsychologicalAssessment). The BIRT may direct a student to participate in amedical or psychological evaluation whenever the behavior of a studentappears to pose a serious threat to the health and safety to the student orothers. The medical and/or psychological evaluation process is designatedto assess the student’s ability to safely participate in the educationalprograms at <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>. In mandating anassessment, the college may determine:i. Who the assessor will be:ii. How many sessions the assessment will include, over what periodof time:iii. How soon the assessment must be completed:iv. What information the student must consent to sharing withthe college:v. Who will pay for the assessment:vi.Whether the student will be on interim suspension during theperiod of assessment(a) Failure to respond to the directive by the BIRT to completethe medical and/or psychological evaluation, or failure toprovide necessary records of prior treatment by the date requested,may result in judicial action in accordance with the<strong>NMC</strong> Student Rights and Responsibilities policy until theevaluation and records request requirements are met.(b) The student, who leaves, withdraws, or fails to return to the<strong>College</strong> before a medical and/or psychological evaluation iscompleted will be ineligible for readmission until the outstandingmatter is resolved.Interim Suspension: Based on a recommendation of BIRT, hospitalizationor other indication that a student may represent a threat of harm tothemselves or others, the Dean of Enrollment Management and StudentServices, or designee, will attempt to talk with the student who isdeemed “at-risk.” The Dean will consult the appropriate staff, whichmay include a <strong>College</strong> counselor. After consultation, the situation willbe assessed and a plan of action will be put into place. The student maybe required to meet with the Dean of Enrollment Management andStudent Services, or designee, to define the <strong>College</strong>’s expectations of thestudent to discuss support measures to help the student succeed at the<strong>College</strong>. Depending on the situation, the at-risk student may be placedon interim suspension, which may prohibit them from living in theResidence Halls, the Campus Apartments, attending classes or participatingin <strong>College</strong> activities until cleared by the Dean of EnrollmentManagement and Student Services, or designee, in consultation with aCounselor and/or Health Services Professional. If the student is allowedto continue at the <strong>College</strong>, the student and his or her parent(s) orguardian(s) may be asked to sign an agreement for continuation ofenrollment. Students who are treated at a hospital due to suicidal behaviormay be placed on interim suspension, which will require a meetingwith Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Services before astudent is permitted to return to campus. At minimum, the BIRT willrequire that student to gain professional assessment at the CounselingOffice. The purpose of the assessment is to monitor the student’s willingnessand ability to adhere to a basic standard of self-care and toprovide the student with the resources deemed necessary to that selfcare.The student will be asked to sign a release of information thatpermits consultation between the counseling staff, other mental healthprofessionals and the Dean of Enrollment Management and StudentServices or his/her designee. If a student on interim suspension returnsto campus without permission, the student will be considered a trespasserand Campus Security will be notified and the <strong>College</strong> may pursuejudicial action.Interim Suspension Procedure: The Dean of Enrollment Managementand Student Services may initiate an administrative interim suspensionfrom the <strong>College</strong>, Residence Halls, Campus Apartments of any studentfor the following reasons:i. Behavior that poses a threat to the health and safety of the studentof others.ii. Completion of a mandated evaluation on the basis behavior thatcontinues to pose a threat to the health and safety of the studentand/or others.iii.Behavior continues to be disruptive to the community and/or aconcern to campus constituents.A student on interim suspension may not return to the <strong>College</strong>, ResidenceHalls or Campus Apartments until they have completed a medicaland/or psychological evaluation, or otherwise has satisfied the terms ofthe interim suspension indicated that the student no longer poses athreat to their health and safety or the health and safety of others. Studentwill not be able to register for classes until the Dean of EnrollmentManagement and Student Services has readmitted the student.Confidentialitya) All medical and counseling records associated with the disruptivebehavior assessment are kept separately and do not appearas a part of the student’s academic record. All other recordsregarding the student’s behavior that are not medical or counselingrecords are private and kept in compliance with FERPA.b) All records associated with the mandated assessment are protectedby state laws regarding confidentiality.Voluntary Withdrawal Procedure: If a student is involved in amandatory assessment procedure and decides to voluntarily withdraw,conditions of return will be determined at the time of withdrawal,and given to the student in writing. Involuntary WithdrawalProcedure “Direct Threat Determination” by BIRTa) To initiate the process, a recommendation for withdrawalmust be issued from the BIRT.Student Handbookwww.nmc.edu167
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGStudent Handbookb) When the BIRT recommends involuntary withdrawal, it willprepare a report of its rationale and initiate the complaint forwithdrawal to the Dean of Enrollment Management andStudent Services.c) The Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Serviceswill follow the <strong>NMC</strong> Student Rights and Responsibilitiesprocedures for this complaint, in accordance with the complaint procedures as outlined in section 3.c. with the followingamendments.i. The Dean of Enrollment Management and StudentServices may conduct a formal administrative hearingwhere both the student and the BIRT will share theirpositions. In this administrative hearing, the “directthreat” threshold must be met before a student can beinvoluntarily withdrawn.ii.At the hearing, the Dean of Enrollment Management andStudent Services will determine whether by a preponderanceof evidence the student poses a high probability ofsubstantial harm to themselves or others.iii. The Dean of Enrollment Management and StudentServices will make an individualized and objective assessmentof the student’s ability to safely participate as astudent at <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>. If the Deanof Enrollment Management and Student Services determinesthe student is not a direct threat, the student willremain in good standing with the college. If the student isdetermined to be a direct threat, the Dean of EnrollmentManagement and Student Services will determine howseparation will be accomplished, for what duration, andupon what conditions. Conditions for return will also bedetermined and delivered in writing with the Dean ofEnrollment Management and Student Services’ decisionto the student.iv.In circumstances when it is determined that the studentmust leave the <strong>College</strong>, it is the responsibility of the studentor the student’s parent(s) or guardian(s) to makearrangements for the student’s transportation home. If theparent(s) or guardian(s) are unable or unwilling to makesuch arrangements, the student’s welfare is still theirresponsibility.Suicide Attempts1) Proceduresa) When BIRT receives a credible report that a studenthas threatened or attempted suicide, engaged inefforts to prepare to commit suicide or has expresseda preoccupation with suicide, the BIRT will make arecommendation to the Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Services that the student berequired to attend professional assessment with alicensed mental health professional.b) The student will participate in the program’s requirementof a comprehensive and in-depth assessmentof the precipitating incident, prior attemptand threats, and current suicidal intent.c) The first assessment will occur within three collegebusiness days of the incident or release from thehospital.d) The remaining assessments will occur based uponthe therapist’s recommendations. Students are requiredto participate only in an assessment of theirpast and current suicidality. Students are not requiredto engage in counseling or therapy. A studentmay elect to go beyond the required assessment andparticipate in counseling or therapy.e) With the permission of BIRT, students may obtainthe assessments with a private practitioner withcomparable credentials at his or her own expenseand after signing an authorization allowing thatpractitioner to communicate with members ofBIRT. All professionals will make the incident, itsroots and implications a significant focus of eachof the assessments.f) The student must provide the independent sourcesof information regarding the suicidal incident, ifsuch reports exist. These include suicide notes,police reports, emergency room reports and eye witnessaccounts.g) Private practitioners will be required, during theperiod in which the assessment occurs, to providethe <strong>College</strong> with reports of instances in which thestudent threatened or attempted suicide, engaged inefforts to prepare to commit suicide, or expressed apreoccupation with suicide.h) During the first assessment appointment, the studentwill sign a release of authorization form allowingBIRT to communicate with the Dean of EnrollmentManagement and Student Services in theevent he or she fails to attend the assessment session.i) Failure to adhere to this standard of self-welfare orfailure to fulfill the requirements of the assessmentfollowing a suicidal incident may result in disciplinaryaction. The appropriate actions associated withthis policy will be determined by the Dean ofEnrollment Management and Student Services orhis/her designee.j) The Dean of Enrollment Management and StudentServices (or designee) may take other steps, includingcontacting the student’s parents and/or othersignificant others in the event of particularly potentiallylethal suicide attempt or in the event ofrepeated suicide attempts.2) Confidentialitya) All medical and psychological records associatedwith the reported incident are kept separate and donot appear as part of the Student academic or judicialrecord.b) All records associated with the mandated assessmentare protected by state laws regarding confidentiality.7. <strong>College</strong> Review Boarda. Jurisdiction: Appellant jurisdiction over a student’s appeal from adisciplinary decision made by the Dean of Enrollment Management andStudent Services under Section 3. (Student Code of Conduct) shall bevested in the <strong>College</strong> Review Board.b. Parametersi. The <strong>College</strong> Review Board is not a court of law. Its procedures areinformal and its reviews shall not be perceived as an adversaryprocess. The <strong>College</strong> Review Board shall have the right to makeappropriate judgments about procedural questions as they arise.These judgments shall be made in light of the need for a fair,expeditious, and orderly review.ii. In its deliberations, the <strong>College</strong> Review Board shall not considerthe appropriateness of <strong>College</strong> rules and regulations or the rightof faculty and administrators to enforce <strong>College</strong> rules and regulations.The right to define and establish appropriate standards,rules, and regulations, which govern various college functions andactivities shall be reserved to the administrators and faculty memberscharged with the implementation and supervision of thosefunctions and activities.c. Membership: The <strong>College</strong> Review Board shall be composed of theFaculty Council Chair, a staff person appointed by the Vice Presidentfor Educational Services, and the President of the Student GovernmentAssociation. If any of the <strong>College</strong> Review Board members is involved inBoard proceedings or has a conflict of interest, or cannot be presentfor the hearings, the appropriate body shall provide a substitute. TheFaculty Council Chair, or the Chair’s substitute, shall serve as Chair andshall call the meetings.d. Proceduresi. The aggrieved student, within ten (10) college business days, must168 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGii.iii.iv.file a notice of appeal with the Dean of Enrollment Managementand Student Services. The Dean of Enrollment Management andStudent Services will notify the Chair of the <strong>College</strong> Review Boardthat a notice of appeal has been filed and that the Chair shall set adate for a hearing within twenty (20) college business days of thefiling of the notice unless all parties agree to an extension.Not less than ten (10) college business days prior to the hearing,the student and the <strong>College</strong> Review Board shall be provided witha copy of (1) the complaint; (2) the investigation file; and (3) theDean’s decision, including the sanction.The student shall be allowed to review and supplement the filewith his/her statement, any witness statements, or any otherrelevant evidence, within five (5) college business days beforethe hearing.The <strong>College</strong> Review Board’s proceedings shall be closed to thepublic to maintain confidentiality. The Board may request thepresence of the accused student or any other person to clarifyevidence on the record.e. <strong>College</strong> Review Board Decisionsi. Decisions of the <strong>College</strong> Review Board shall be based upon therecord of all material required to be furnished to the Board as setforth in Section 7. d. ii-iv.ii. The <strong>College</strong> Review Board shall decide cases by a majority vote.After following the procedures described in this section, theBoard may:(a) Accept the decision of the Dean of Enrollment Managementand Student Services and support the penalty imposed.(b) Reverse the decision of the Dean of Enrollment Managementand Student Services and dismiss the case because the evidencedid not meet the standard of proof or there was a flagrant abuseof the process.(c) Accept the decision of the Dean of Enrollment Managementand Student Services, but reduce the sanction because it istoo severe.iii. The student shall be provided with written explanation of thereasons for any decisions rendered against him/her.8. Academic Review Boarda. Jurisdiction: Appellant jurisdiction over a decision made by the Deanof Enrollment Management and Student Services pursuant to Section 5.shall be vested in the Academic Review Board.b. Parameters: The Academic Review Board is not a court of law. Thepurpose of the Board shall be the discovery of the truth and the renderingof a just and fair decision. The Chair shall have the right to makeappropriate judgments about procedural questions as they arise. Thesejudgments shall be made in light of the need for fair, expeditious, andorderly reviews or hearings.c. Membership: The Academic Review Board shall be composed of theAcademic Chair of the area within which the dispute arises; one memberchosen from within the area which the dispute arises selected by the VicePresident for Educational Services; two faculty members (not from thearea in question) selected by the Vice President for Educational Services;and one student chosen by the Student Government Association. If theAcademic Chair is the instructor involved in the complaint, the VicePresident for Educational Services shall appoint an alternate for theAcademic Chair.d. Procedures:i. The aggrieved party, within ten (10) college business days, mustfile a notice of appeal stating the reasons for an appeal and anyevidence supporting his/her position with the Dean of EnrollmentManagement and Student Services. The Dean of EnrollmentManagement and Student Services will notify the Academic Chairof the decision within which the dispute arose and he/she willserve as the Chair of the Academic Review Board and shall set adate for a meeting of the Board within twenty (20) college businessdays of the filing of the notice.ii. Not less than ten (10) college business days prior to the hearing,the Board shall receive (1) the complaint, (2) any material usedby the Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Servicesiii.upon which his/her decision was based, and (3) the notice ofappeal along with any evidence supplied by the aggrieved party.The decision of the Academic Review Board shall be based uponthe record of all material required to be furnished to the Boardas set forth in Section 8. d. The decision will be by majority votebased on substantial evidence.e. Academic Review Board Decisioni. This Academic Review Board may uphold the findings of theDean of Enrollment Management and Student Services.ii. The Academic Review Board may reverse the decision of the Deanof Enrollment Management and Student Services and dismiss theoriginal complaint.iii. The Academic Review Board may find a violation, but reduce thesanctions and impose a less severe sanction as listed in Section 5.f. Noticei. A written explanation shall be given to the aggrieved party of thereasons for any decisions rendered and/or any sanctions that havechanged.ii. The records of the proceedings are regarded as confidential. Theyare to be kept for a minimum of three years in the office of theDean of Enrollment Management and Student Services and areavailable only to those approved by the Dean of EnrollmentManagement and Student Services and in accordance withapplicable policies and laws.9. Student Complaintsa. Complaints: Students with complaints regarding <strong>College</strong> operationsnot otherwise covered in the prior sections should report their concernsto the Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Services Office.The following procedures shall apply.b. Proceduresi. The Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Serviceswill receive a student’s verbal or written complaint. The Deanof Enrollment Management and Student Services will considerthe merit of the complaint and will take any action consideredappropriate or necessary. At this level, the student has the rightto remain anonymous.ii. If the student’s verbal or written complaint is not resolved to thestudent’s satisfaction and the student wishes to continue to pursuethe complaint, the student must submit a request in writing to theDean of Enrollment Management and Student Services requestingfurther resolution. The written request must include the specificnature of the complaint, reasons for filing the complaint, andspecific remedy requested. At this level, the student may no longerremain anonymous. The Dean of Enrollment Management andStudent Services will seek a resolution by using the followingmeans: Contact the appropriate college employee who is responsiblefor the <strong>College</strong> operation complained about and arrange ameeting between the parties involved to discuss a possible resolution.The written complaint will be forwarded to all appropriateparties involved in the conflict prior to the meeting. Should resolutionnot be reached, the Dean of Enrollment Management andStudent Services will review the complaint and all supportingmaterial and render a decision regarding the complaint.c. Limitationsi. Student complaints shall not be the basis for any disciplineagainst a supervisor, staff member, or faculty member so longas there is no evidence of unfair treatment of the student ordiscriminatory practice against the student.ii. A student may not appeal the decision of the Dean of EnrollmentManagement and Student Services. All decisions of the Dean ofEnrollment Management and Student Services shall be in writingwith rationale and are final. No further appeal will be considered.Student Handbookwww.nmc.edu169
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOG<strong>NMC</strong> PoliciesStudent HandbookMAcademic Policies<strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> is committed to open accessto higher education and to your academic success. Our intentis to offer support and remediation for students who are consideredat risk of academic failure.AttendanceAttendance is critical to student academic progress. Eventhough attendance expectations may differ from course tocourse, you are expected to be present, prepared, and be activeparticipants in your classes. Students will receive a written attendancepolicy from the instructor at the first class meeting.Credit for Prior LearningStudents who have achieved competency in certain skill orcourse work areas may receive credit for classes or waiversof prerequisite classes. This competency could be gainedthrough life, work, or military experience; vocational trainingat an area vocational, career or skill center; or completion ofhigh school advanced placement courses. Assessment of proficiencesmay be demonstrated through the following options:• AP (Advanced Placement) credit achieved throughhigh school courses;• CLEP (<strong>College</strong> Level Examination Program);• ACE (American Council on Education) for veterans;• Competency Assessment in some <strong>NMC</strong> courses;• Course waiver;• Articulation credit for work at the Traverse Bay AreaCareer Tech CenterStudents who wish to pursue credit or waivers for competenciesshould go to www.nmc.edu/records or contact the<strong>NMC</strong> Registrar in the Records and Registration Office in theTanis Building. Students wanting information or to registerfor the CLEP exam should call (231) 995-1360.Credit EquivalencesAn associate degree requires a minimum of 64 semester credits,or 96 quarter credits. A bachelor’s degree usually requiresa minimum of 120-128 semester credits, or 180-192 quartercredits. Thus, when credits are transferred from a college onthe quarter system to a college on the semester system, aquarter credit is equivalent to two-thirds of a semester credit.For example, 30 quarter credits become 20 semester credits.No credits are “lost;” they are simply converted to a differentunit. This may result, however, in some fractional credits.Obtain complete transfer information from a counselor.Dental Assisting, Nursing, Maritime, and Law Enforcementstudents need the approval of the appropriate Academic Areaoffice. After the first class has met, the student must seek thepermission to add the class from the Academic Area office.Some Academic Areas may not allow late registration. Afterthe Drop/Add Period, students will not be permitted to addany courses. The only exceptions will be for special circumstancesin the Aviation, Maritime, or Technical Programs. Inthese cases, students will need approval from the appropriateacademic office.Dropping ClassesStudents must officially drop classes during the designateddates listed in the semester Schedule of Classes or online toobtain any refund or prevent receiving a grade at the end ofthe semester.• Students dropping all of their classes must either dropcourses online at www.nmc.edu/selfservice if there areno holds on the student’s record. You may also complete anenrollment form in the Records and Registration Office, ormail or fax a letter to the Records Office at (231) 995-1956.Include name, <strong>NMC</strong> ID or social security number, semesterand signature. The date the letter is received is the officialdate of the withdrawal.• Students dropping some of their classes may do so onlineat www.nmc.edu/selfservice if no holds are present or inthe Records and Registration Office.If you wish to drop either some or all classes online and have ahold, call (231) 995-1049 for options. In most cases, the holdmay be temporarily moved to allow you to drop.Courses may be dropped without record through the addperiod of the session that the course is offered. Courses droppedafter the add period and before the last 25 percent of thesession will be drop with record. A grade of “W” (Withdrawn)will be assigned. This grade will not affect the <strong>NMC</strong>grade point average. Dropping a class is not permitted duringthe last 25 percent of the session in which the course is offered.It is the student’s responsibility to notify their instructor(s)of the drop and be aware of any financial obligations.Adding ClassesStudents (except for Dental Assisting, Nursing, Maritime,and Law Enforcement students) may be permitted to registerwithout a signature into classes during the first week of itssession provided the students have the required prerequisites,the class still has open seats, and the class has not met yet.170 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGGradesStandard Grading System at <strong>NMC</strong>:4.0 - outstanding3.5 - excellent3.0 - good2.5 - above average2.0 - average1.5 - below average1.0 - deficient0.0 - failedS - satisfactoryU - unsatisfactoryI - incompleteW - withdrawnFA - failed to attendAU - auditS/U (satisfactory/unsatisfactory) may be given to designatethe level of performance in courses which evaluatecompletion of specified competencies. (For designatedcourses only.)I (incomplete) may be given at the discretion of theinstructor if it is believed that the student has a validreason for not having completed the course work andcan fulfill the requirements of the course during thenext semester. An incomplete not made up by the endof the next semester automatically becomes a 0.0.Incompletes may be extended one additional semesterat the discretion of the instructor.W (withdrawn) will be given to the student who officiallywithdraws from the class after the add period and beforethe last 25 percent of the session.FA (failed to attend)—may be given if a student registeredfor a course but never attended and did not officiallydrop. FA will not affect a student’s GPA.AU (audit) can be issued at the time of registration uponfull payment of tuition and fees if a student wishes toattend a class without receiving college academic creditor a grade. Changing from “credit” to “audit” may takeplace through the first half of the academic session.Changing from “audit” to “credit” must be completedduring the add period. Dates can be found online or inthe current Schedule of Classes.Good StandingYou are considered to be in academic good standing whenyou have a minimum overall grade point average of 2.0.Grade Point AverageGrade point average (GPA) is a weighted average of grades.A grade for a course is multiplied by the credit hours for thatcourse to obtain “points.” Total points are then divided bytotal credit hours to determine the grade point average. AGPA calculator is available online.When a course is repeated, both the most recent grade andthe previous grade will appear on the transcript (official academicrecord). However, only the last grade will be countedin the <strong>NMC</strong> cumulative GPA. Grades of S, U, I, W, FA, andAU are not used in the computation of grade point averages.Consult with the Advising Center if this concerns you.Dean’s ListStudents who have achieved a semester grade point average(GPA) of 3.5 or higher qualify for the Dean’s List. Each fulltimestudent (taking 12 credits or more) receives a congratulatoryletter from the Vice President for Educational Services.Dean’s List students will have their names listed in the lobbybetween the Biederman and Tanis buildings.Grade Point Re-evaluation<strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> offers you an opportunity toimprove upon a cumulative grade point average by repeating acourse or courses, or by petitioning for a grade point re-evaluationunder special circumstances. These options provide youwith the opportunity to achieve a cumulative grade point averagethat is truly representative of your capabilities. You maypursue this option by calling the Advising Center for petitionsand further information: (231) 995-1040. Transfer institutionsmay or may not recognize GPA re-evaluation.For more information on GPA re-evaluation, visitwww.nmc.edu/records and click on “grades.”Academic ProbationAny student whose cumulative grade point average is belowa 2.0 is considered academically at risk and will be placedon academic probation. The purpose of academic probationis to assure careful academic planning and referral to supportservices while the student attempts to improve his or heracademic record.Support & Intervention for Students onAcademic ProbationAny student who is on probation must meet with a counseloror academic advisor prior to registering for any semester orsession until the status of probation is removed. This enablesthe student to build a realistic academic program and receiveappropriate referrals to support services that afford the maximumpossibility for success. Students who are on probationmay not take more than 12 semester credits during fall/springsemester, or six credits during the summer session. The statusof academic probation is removed when the student’s cumulativegrade point average becomes 2.0 or higher.Academic SuspensionWhen a student has been on probation for two semesters andis unable to maintain a current grade point average of 2.0 orhigher, that student will be suspended from academic enrollmentfor a period of one semester of the regular academicyear (not including summer.) A student may appeal academicsuspension to the Registrar in writing.Student Handbookwww.nmc.edu171
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGStudent HandbookReinstatement Following Academic SuspensionA student who has been academically suspended is encouragedto petition the Registrar for reinstatement when thewaiting period is over if he/she feels that sufficient changeshave occurred to enable academic success. This petition mustbe made in writing at least two weeks prior to the beginningof the semester for which the student is seeking re-entry.Grade AlertLearning is dependent upon regular feedback regarding studentperformance. Students and instructors are both responsiblefor this communication. Students achieving less thana 2.0 in any 15-week class may receive written notificationaround the midpoint of the academic session encouragingthem to contact their instructor.Repeating Courses<strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> offers you an opportunityto improve upon a cumulative GPA by repeating a course orcourses. All courses and grades will appear on the transcript(official academic record); however, only the last grade will becounted in the cumulative grade point average. Most coursesat <strong>NMC</strong> can be taken a maximum of three times. Exceptionsare activity courses such as physical education and appliedmusic. Although <strong>NMC</strong> allows a student to repeat a class upto two times, Financial Aid may have further restrictions andshould be consulted.TranscriptsStudents who plan to attend another college or university willneed to send an official transcript of their academic record tothat college. Often new employers require an official copy ofyour transcript. A transcript is a list of the academic coursestaken at <strong>NMC</strong> and the grades earned. Your official transcriptwill be sent to colleges or employers upon your written request.If you request the transcript be sent to you, it may notbe considered official. Each request should include:1. Your name, permanent address, and <strong>NMC</strong> ID or socialsecurity number2. Name and address where the transcript is to be mailed3. Your signature4. Your phone number5. $5 for each transcriptRequests may be made in at person, by mail, online atwww.nmc.edu/selfservice or by fax (231) 995-1956. Onlineor fax requests will be honored if you include your chargecard number (Visa, MasterCard or Discover) and expirationdate to cover the transcript fee.Transcripts may be faxed to a third party but may not be consideredofficial. Contact the third party for confirmation. Toprotect the confidentiality of the student, telephone requestscannot be honored. You may also obtain a student copy ofyour transcript. The official transcript has an embossed stampand the student transcript does not. Both the official and studenttranscript fee is $5. Transcript requests can be completedonly if all fees and obligations to <strong>NMC</strong> have been fulfilled.Current students may also go to www.nmc.edu/registrationto view their transcript.MInclement Weather PolicyIt is the policy of <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> to maintainnormal college operations on all regularly scheduled days, exceptin very rare cases when severe weather conditionsprevent this.It is further the policy of <strong>NMC</strong> that each staff member andstudent will make his or her own determination concerningattendance on unfavorable travel days.Given unfavorable weather conditions, the college may chooseto delay or close, in which case the following actions willbe taken:• For daytime classes, a decision to delay the opening of thecollege or close entirely will be communicated by 6 a.m.• For evening schedules, delays or closings will be announcedby 3 p.m. There is a possibility that <strong>NMC</strong> would cancel allday classes and hold evening classes.• If the college delays opening, students should report toclass at the designated opening time. If a student’s classbegins before the designated opening time, that classwould be canceled unless one-hour of instruction remainsafter the designated opening time. Up-to-date informationregarding class cancellations and college closures will becommunicated on the 24-hour telephone line at(231) 995-1100.• <strong>College</strong> delays or closures will be reported to area radioand television stations (a list of stations is available inthe Office of Institutional Advancement) campusvideo monitors, public access channel, <strong>NMC</strong>’s generalinformation number (231) 995-1000, and online.• <strong>College</strong> delays or closures will be reported via email to allfaculty and staff, via email to all student email accounts,and via text message to those students who are subscribedto receive alerts on their cell phones.• For weekend academic courses, the college closure/delaydecision will first be enforced. If, on the other hand, afaculty member determined he/she cannot make it tocampus for their particular class, the faculty memberteaching the weekend course will update his/her voicemailgreeting with the class cancellation information.Weekend students should then call their instructor’svoicemail rather than the 24-hour telephone line.MHarassment PolicyHarassment of students and employees at <strong>NMC</strong> is unacceptableand will not be tolerated. Sexual harassment means unwelcomesexual advances and/or requests for sexual favors,and/or other verbal or physical conduct or communicationof a sexual nature that creates an intimidating, hostile, oroffensive environment for the student.172 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGUpon receipt of any report or complaint of alleged harassment,<strong>NMC</strong> will promptly investigate. <strong>NMC</strong> will takereasonable measures to treat complaints discreetly andrespect the personal privacy rights of the person makingthe complaint and any accused party. Upon conclusion of theinvestigation, appropriate action will be taken. For additionalinformation, contact the Dean of Enrollment Managementand Student Services in the Admissions Office, TanisBuilding, (231) 995-1039. Employees may contact HumanResources, Tanis Building, (231) 995-1025. Go towww.nmc.edu/policies to view all <strong>NMC</strong> policies.MRight to KnowIn 1990, Congress passed into law the Student Right-to-Knowand Campus Security Act. The legislation is designed to providebetter consumer information to students and their familiesby requiring institutions of higher education to compileand report completion or graduation rates, job placementstatistics, crime statistics, as well as general information aboutthe college. Job placement statistics, crime statistics, and generalinformation about the college is available in the scheduleof classes and the student newspaper, or may be obtained inthe Admissions Office, Tanis Building, (231) 995-1054. Forcompletion or graduation rates contact the <strong>NMC</strong> Registrarat (231) 995-1058. All Board of Trustee and Student Governmentmeetings are open to students.Campus Security & Safety PolicyThe safety of students, faculty, staff and visitors is of vitalconcern to <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>. Everyone in thecampus community is involved in creating a safe environmentand is encouraged to report all safety concerns by callingcampus security, (231) 883-9099. Emergency outdoor phonesare identified by a blue light; all incidents will be documentedand investigated. <strong>NMC</strong> has a staff of campus security personnelwho work closely with the Traverse City Police Department.On a regular basis, information and presentations aremade available to students and employees on issues of importanceto campus safety. The campus safety report is publishedwith the class schedule each semester and is in compliancewith the Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act.Visit www.nmc.edu/security to view a daily crime log. Clickon crime log.Campus Safety ReportMission: to establish a system of communication and responseto provide for the safety of students and employees.A. Report Procedures: To report criminal actions,emergencies, or suspicious situations, call:Emergencies...............................................................911Campus Security...................................(231) 883-9099Emergency outdoor phones are identified by a blue lightand can be used to make on-campus calls. To make anemergency call, press the red button, state your locationand the situation. Police personnel will respond.B. Access to Campus Facilities: All campus buildings areopen from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., Monday through Friday, andat other times on weekends depending on need. Residencehalls are open from 7 a.m. to 12 midnight every day.Residents have keys and guests are required to registerwith the residence hall staff after midnight. All guestsmust be escorted by the resident they are visiting.C. Authority of Institutional Security Personnel: The <strong>NMC</strong>Campus Security personnel have the authority to confrontthe individuals related to an incident, require identification,and when necessary, contact the Traverse City PoliceDepartment. Officers keep a daily record of activities andall incidents are promptly reported to the CampusLiaison Officer.D. Information Programs: On a regular basis students andemployees receive information on campus security andcrime prevention and are invited to attend presentationson such subjects as sexual assault and rape; fire prevention;crime prevention; bomb threats; and alcohol and drugabuse prevention.E. Occurrence Statistics: The <strong>NMC</strong> Campus Security andSafety Department has compiled these statistics forincidents on <strong>NMC</strong>’s four campuses from January 1, 2010to December 31, 2010. Go to www.nmc.edu/security toview statistics for the past three years.O = On CampusR = On Campus ResidentialN = Non-Campus PropertyOffenses On Campus..................................O R NMurder / Non Negligent.........................................0 0 0Negligent Manslaughter..........................................0 0 0Sex Offenses: Forcible.............................................2 2 0Sex Offenses: Non forcible......................................0 0 0Robbery...................................................................0 0 0Aggravated Assault..................................................0 0 0Burglary..................................................................4 4 0Motor Theft............................................................6 0 0Arson.......................................................................3 1 0Liquor Law Violations: Referred for action.............4 3 0Liquor Law Violations: Arrest.................................0 0 0Drug Law Violations: Referred for action...............4 4 0Drug Law Violations: Arrest...................................1 1 0Illegal Weapons Violations: Referred for action .....1 1 0Illegal Weapons Violations: Arrest .........................0 0 0Hate Crime.............................................................1 0 0The <strong>Michigan</strong> State Police make available the list of registeredsex offenders at www.michigan.gov/msp select “<strong>Michigan</strong>Sex Offender Registry.”This information is published in compliance with the StudentRight-to-Know and Campus Security Act, Public Law 101-542, as amended by the Higher Education Technical Amendmentsof 1991, Public Law 102-26.Student Handbookwww.nmc.edu173
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGDrug-Free Learning Environment PolicyIt is the intent of <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> to providea drug-free workplace and learning environment for students,faculty and staff. Furthermore, <strong>NMC</strong> intends to comply withthe provisions of the Drug-Free Schools and CommunitiesAct of 1989. All students, employees, and visitors are expectedto observe all federal, state and local laws and college regulationsgoverning the use and possession of alcohol and illicitdrugs. All students, employees and visitors are specificallyforbidden to use or possess alcoholic beverages, or to be underthe influence of any controlled substance while on collegeproperty (except as provided by policy for use of alcohol oncampus) or violate conditions of Controlled Substance Act.Tobacco-Free PolicyIn the interest of providing a safe, clean and healthy environmentfor students, employees and visitors, <strong>NMC</strong> has prohibitedsmoking on all campuses.Student Sexual Assault PolicyI. Legal and Behavioral Definition of Sexual AssaultSexual assault is any unwanted sexual contact resultingfrom force, threat, or coercion, or when the victim ismentally incapacitated or physically helpless. State of<strong>Michigan</strong> statutes will be the guide in defining sexualassault and are available in the office of the Coordinatorof Campus Security.II. Reporting Sexual AssaultThe following campus offices may be contacted to reporta sexual assault:Dean of Enrollment Managementand Student Services...............................(231) 995-1039Housing Office.......................................(231) 995-1408Personnel Counseling..............................(231) 995-1040Student Health Services..........................(231) 995-1256Local law enforcement...............................................911Campus Security.................................... (231) 883-9099The option of reporting to a supervisor in any disciplineor department is also available.Privacy StatementIn order to improve the instruction offered at <strong>Northwestern</strong><strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> and to meet the requirements of the CarlD. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act, Section113 and the Workforce Investment Act of 1998, Section 122,we will be using your Social Security Number in order tocompile summary reports. Section 113 of the Carl D. Perkinsand Technical Education Act, 20 USC 2323, and section 122of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998, 29 USC 2842,requires <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> and the State of<strong>Michigan</strong> to assess the effectiveness of vocational and technicaleducation programs aimed at training, placement, andretention of students in employment. Although these lawsrequire that performance reports be compiled based on wagerecord information, neither law requires students to givetheir social security numbers (SSN) to the college.<strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> reports currently enrolledstudent status to the National Student Clearinghouse eachsemester. This information is provided to assist students todefer repayment of student loans during the time a studentis enrolled. Information is also provided to verify degreesearned and may be used by potential employers who contactthe National Student Clearinghouse. Students may accessthe Clearinghouse website through <strong>NMC</strong>’s secure websiteto obtain verification of their student status to be used forinsurance purposes.<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.Student HandbookFamily Educational Rights & Privacy ActThe Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)helps protect the privacy of student records. The Act providesfor the right to inspect and review educational records, theright to seek to amend those records and to limit disclosureof information from the records. Institutions may discloseinformation on a student without violating FERPA throughwhat is known as “directory information.” Directory informationincludes the student’s name, address, telephone number,e-mail address, date and place of birth, major field ofof study, participation in officially recognized activities,enrollment status, dates of attendance, degrees and awardsreceived. Questions about student records may be directedto the Registrar. Go to www.nmc.edu/records formore information.174 www.nmc.edu
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2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGFaculty & StaffMBoard of TrusteesRobert T. BrickChairWilliam D. MyersVice-ChairDouglas S. BishopSecretarySusan K. SheldonTreasurerK. Ross ChildsCheryl Gore FolletteWalter J. HooperChair EmeritusJames J. Beckett ............................................. 1962-1996Chair............................................................1980-1994Trustee EmeritusShirley S. Okerstrom .......................................1978-2000Chair............................................................1994-1997President EmeritusPreston N. Tanis...............................................1951-1972Timothy G. Quinn.......................................... 1989-1996Ilse Burke.........................................................1996-2001Vice President EmeritusLornie Kerr...................................................... 1970-1989MFaculty & StaffOffice of the PresidentTimothy J. NelsonPresidentM.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> Technological UniversityB.S., Grand Valley State UniversityKaren E. SabinExecutive Assistant to the PresidentB.S., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityStephen N. SicilianoVice President for Educational ServicesPh.D., <strong>College</strong> of William and MaryM.A., University of ConnecticutB.A., Adelphi UniversityA.A., Nassau Community <strong>College</strong>Marguerite C. CottoVice President for Lifelong and Professional LearningM.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityAdvanced Study, Institute for Advanced Studiesof Puerto Rico and the CaribbeanB.S., B.A., University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez CampusKathleen E. GuyVice President for Institutional Advancement andExecutive Director of <strong>NMC</strong> FoundationPh.D., M.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityB.A., Alma <strong>College</strong>Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)Cathy P. JonesVice President of Finance and AdministrationM.B.A., Georgia <strong>College</strong>B.B.A., West Georgia <strong>College</strong>A.B.A., Gogebic Community <strong>College</strong>Faculty & Staff176 www.nmc.eduExecutive StaffAchenbach, Gerard P.Superintendent of Great Lakes Maritime AcademyM.B.A., University of Alaska SoutheastB.S., State University of New York Maritime <strong>College</strong>Eugene A. JennemanExecutive Director of <strong>NMC</strong> Dennos Museum CenterB.S., University of WisconsinCraig A. MulderExecutive Director of Learning Resourcesand TechnologiesM.I.L.S., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>B.S., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> University
Administrativeand Professional StaffAlbers, Judith A.Assistant to the Museum DirectorA.A., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Anderson, Kirby P.Coordinator/Instructor - ConstructionTechnologyM.A., George Washington UniversityB.S., Black Hills State UniversityAnkerson, Elizabeth N.Coordinator for Data Reporting andAnalysisB.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> Technological UniversityBachman, Anna L.Specialist - Systems, Network, DatabaseB.S.E.E., Purdue UniversityBailey, Edward P.Director of Technical Academic AreaB.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityBarnes, Jenny L.Curriculum and Scheduling CoordinatorB.S., Ferris State UniversityA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Baumeler, Leanne R.Support Services SpecialistB.S.W., Ferris State UniversityBeach, Aaron T.Human Resources SpecialistM.B.A., Colorado Technical UniversityB.S., University of ColoradoBensley, James S.Director of AdmissionsM.L.S., Eastern <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.S.,Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityBerck, John H.Director of Enrollment ManagementGreat Lakes Maritime AcademyB.A., Wabash <strong>College</strong>Licensed Merchant Marine OfficerCertified Personnel Consultant (CPC)Boike, Lisa A.Computer Programmer/AnalystB.A., Alma <strong>College</strong>Bolander, Diana J.Curator of Education and InterpretationM.A., University of OregonB.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityCampbell, Daniel P.Associate Supervisor - Residence LifeB.S., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityCarmickle, Laura J.Computer Programmer/AnalystB.B.A., Eastern <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityChauvin, Robert A.Technology Coordinator - EducationalMedia TechnologiesA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Clem, Sonia O.Annual Giving OfficerB.S., Ferris State UniversityA.A., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGCook, Aaron C.Fraizer, Heather J.Director of AviationResearch Services SpecialistB.S., Davenport UniversityPh.D., M.A., University of ColoradoA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> B.A., Albion <strong>College</strong>Air Transport Pilot (ATP)Gasnik, Janet B.Certified Flight Instrument Instructor Specialist - Records(CFII)B.S., Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityMultiengine Instructor (MEI)A.A., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Cook, Victoria L.Glidden, Nathan J.Director of Auxiliary ServicesDirector of the Hagerty CenterM.B.A., Lawrence Technological University Gorton, Holly J.B.S., Ferris State UniversityAdministrative Coordinator -A.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> President’s OfficeCrawford, Jack DavidGreiner, Rhonda L.Specialist - Bridge/Open Learning Center Bookstore ManagerB.S., Ferris State UniversityA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Cron-Huhta, Patricia A.Hart, Alan L.Front-of-the-House Coordinator-Director of Police AcademyGreat Lakes Culinary InstituteB.S., Northern <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityA.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Dalquist, David J.Haselton, Dean C.Intranet CoordinatorBeverage Manager/Great Lakes CampusM.L.S., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>Purchasing CoordinatorB.S., A.A.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> Technological Hazelwood, Constanza C.UniversityWater Studies Institute Education andDanly, Carol J.Outreach CoordinatorEvent SchedulerPh.D., M.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityB.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityB.S., Universidad de Los AndesA.A., Delta <strong>College</strong>Heaton, Paul C.Davis, Stephanie D.Director of Public RelationsLibrarianM.S., Ithaca <strong>College</strong>M.L.S., University of Illinois atB.A., Indiana UniversityUrbana-ChampaignHerzberg, Scott A.B.A., Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityAcademic Advisor - Upward BoundA.G.S., Kellogg Community <strong>College</strong> B.S., Northern <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityDeCamillis, Susan L.Hiller, Darby L.Director of Business Division andDirector of Research and Effectiveness<strong>NMC</strong> Academic AffairsPh.D., University of Wisconsin MilwaukeeM.L.S., Eastern <strong>Michigan</strong> University M.S., Troy State UniversityB.S., Ferris State UniversityB.S., University of Colorado BoulderA.C., Alpena Community <strong>College</strong> Hines, Eric C.Dix, Stephen C.Radio Station ManagerAnalyst-Network Systems and DataM.A., Rutgers State University of New JerseyCommunicationsA.B., Lafayette <strong>College</strong>B.A., Baker <strong>College</strong>Hodek, Lori L.A.A.S., Ferris State UniversityHuman Resources SpecialistDoyal, Julia A.B.B.A., Davenport UniversityProgram Coordinator -A.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Extended Educational ServicesProfessional in Human Resources (PHR),B.A., Saint Mary’s <strong>College</strong>Human Resources Certification InstituteDwyer, Adam N.Jabour, Frank E.Training SpecialistAssistant Chief Flight InstructorM.B.A., B.S., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> University A.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Evans, Carol A.Certified Flight Instrument Instructor (CFII)Director of Extended EducationalMultiengine Instructor (MEI)ServicesJacobson, Renee R.Post-Graduate CertificateDirector of Health ServicesWayne State UniversityM.S.N., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityM.A., B.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State University B.S.N., Northern <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityFox, Jennifer L.Licensed Family Nurse PractitionerCoordinator of Housing andJarvi, Catherine L.Residence LifeUniversity Center ManagerB.A., Spring Arbor UniversityB.A., Spring Arbor UniversityA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> A.C., A.A., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Kahler, Karen L.Director of Learning ServicesM.A., B.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State Universitywww.nmc.edu177Faculty & Staff
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGFaculty & StaffKasper, Carol A.Human Resources SpecialistProfessional in Human Resources (PHR),Human Resources Certification InstituteKeenan, Christine M.Director of Human ResourcesSenior Professional in Human Resources(SPHR), Human ResourcesCertification InstituteCertified Human Resources Specialist(CHRS), <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityKellman, Stephen A.Coordinator of Web Content and OnlineStrategiesB.A., Colgate UniversityKlei, Amy L.Programmer/AnalystB.B.A., Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityKucera, Rita A.Student Services SpecialistA.C., Henry Ford Community <strong>College</strong>LaCourse, Peter W.Coordinator - Physical EducationB.S., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityLaughlin, Frederick L.Director of Great Lakes Culinary InstituteM.S., Rochester Institute of TechnologyB.A., State University of New York <strong>College</strong>Laurence, Jill M.Advisor - Academic/CareerM.A., DePaul UniveristyB.S., University of WisconsinLutes, Charlene A.Director - Bridge ProgramPh.D., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityM.A., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.S., Ball State UniversityMacNaughton, Coburn J.Executive Chef - Hagerty CenterCertified Food Safety Manager, NationalRegistry of Food Safety ProfessionalsMaison, Deborah L.CounselorM.A.,Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.A., Spring Arbor UniversityLicensed Professional Counselor (LPC),State of <strong>Michigan</strong>McCall, Cathy J.Administrative Services SpecialistA.A.S., Rose State <strong>College</strong>Molmen, Lisa C.Programmer/AnalystA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Moody, Wayne A.Program Coordinator - AutomotiveMaster Certification, National Institutefor Automotive Service ExcellenceMaster Auto Mechanic, State of <strong>Michigan</strong>Murphey, Jennifer M.Admissions Specialist - Great LakesMaritime AcademyB.S., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityNash, Taylor M.Support Services SpecialistM.S.W., Eastern Washington UniversityB.A., Western <strong>Michigan</strong> University178 www.nmc.eduNolf, Kristal M.Instructional Design and TrainingCoordinatorM.S., University of PhoenixB.S., Park UniversityA.A.S., Air Force Community <strong>College</strong>Nowka, Elizabeth A.Learning Coordinator - Upward BoundB.S., Grand Valley State UniversityOliver, Janet W.Director of Educational MediaTechnologiesM.A. Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.S., A.A.S., Ferris State UniversityOwen, Shannon P.Advisor - Academic/CareerM.A., B.S., Eastern <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityPalermo, Pamela B.Director of Financial AidM.S.M., Regis UniversityB.A., Union Institute & UniversityCertificate in Executive Leadership,Regis UniversityPoertner, Michelle L.Program Manager - Tutorial ServicesM.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityB.S., Ferris State UniversityA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Queen, Jr., William W.Program Coordinator -Extended Educational ServicesB.S., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityA.A., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Racine, Linda B.Director of Program AdvancementM.A., B.A., Ball State UniversityRogers, Darrell C.Training Specialist - Training andResearchB.A., Kalamazoo <strong>College</strong>Rollin, Lisa K.Grant Coordinator - Research ServicesB.S., Ferris State UniversityA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Roth, Patricia J.Director of Upward BoundM.A., Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityRuedinger, Karen M.Coordinator of Research andMarket AnalysisM.B.A., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>B.A., Alma <strong>College</strong>Russo, Tracy E.Instructional DesignerM.Ed., University of North CarolinaB.A., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>Ruszel, Christine K.Assistant ControllerB.S., Ferris State UniversityA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Sanok, Joseph R.CounselorM.A., B.S., Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversitySauerbrey, Anthony G.Chief Flight InstructorB.S.A.S., University of North DakotaCertified Flight Instrument Instructor(CFII)Multiengine Instructor (MEI)Schenkelberger, Chad M.Hagerty Center Assistant DirectorB.B.A., Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversitySchmidt, Laura A.Director of Nursing ProgramsPost Masters CertificateFamily Nurse Practitioner (FNP),Grand Valley UniversityM.S.N., Northern <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.S.N., A.D.N., Gwynedd - Mercy <strong>College</strong>Sedlacek, Stephen P.Assistant Engineer - Motor,Great Lakes Maritime AcademyLicensed Merchant Marine OfficerChief Engineer of Steam, Motor or GasTurbine Vessels of any HorsepowerA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Sobolewski, David T.Chief Engineer - Motor,Great Lakes Maritime AcademyLicensed Merchant Marine OfficerChief Engineer, Motor Vessels of NotMore Than 5000 HorsepowerA.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Sommerfield, Cathlyn K.Director of Research ServicesPh.D., M.A., Central <strong>Michigan</strong>UniversityB.A., University of California, Santa CruzA.A., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Stevens, Elizabeth L.Admissions SpecialistA.S.A., A.G.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong><strong>College</strong>Streeter, Neil A.Database AdministratorB.S., Davenport UniversityA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Sullivan, Cheryl A.ControllerB.S., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityCertified Public Accountant (CPA)Swaney, Ann E.LibrarianM.L.S., Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityTaberski, Carol J.RegistrarM.B.A., Lake Superior State UniversityB.S., Ferris State UniversityA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>A.A., Delta <strong>College</strong>Teahen, Rebecca M.Director of Development and Major/Planned GiftsB.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityThornton, Alison B.Coordinator of Technology SupportServicesB.A., The American University
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGTurner, Bryce E.Analyst - Network and DataCommunicationsB.S., Ferris State UniversityUlrich, Tina J.Director of Library ServicesM.L.S., Indiana UniversityB.A., Goshen <strong>College</strong>VanSumeren, Hans W.Director of Great Lakes Water StudiesInstituteM.S.E., B.S.E., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>Ward, Megan M.Writing Center CoordinatorM.A., Miami UniversityB.A., Grand Valley State UniversityWasson, Daniel P.Department Director of Systems andLAN ManagementB.S., DeVry Institute of TechnologyWeber, Christy A.Dean for Enrollment Management andStudent ServicesPh.D., M.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityB.A., Cornerstone UniversityWestphal, Stephen A.Manager - PurchasingA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Wolin, Richard R.Director of Training and ResearchM.B.A., Wayne State UniversityB.B.A., Detroit <strong>College</strong> of BusinessA.A.S., Gogebic Community <strong>College</strong>Yaple, Heidi L.Grants OfficerM.Ed., Grand Valley State UniversityB.S., Illinois State UniversityYoung, Megan P.Coordinator - Graphics and PrintingServicesB.S., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityFacultyAnderson, Michael W.Communications InstructorM.A., University of ColoradoB.A., Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityA.A., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Beatty, Jerry A.Technical InstructorB.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityMaster Certification, National Institutefor Automotive Service ExcellenceMaster Auto Mechanic, State of <strong>Michigan</strong>Beery, Jay D.Technical InstructorB.S., Ferris State <strong>College</strong>A.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Berman, Jack A.Science/Math InstructorAdvanced Study, Clarkson UniversityM.A., B.S., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>Blackford, Lisa A.Social Sciences InstructorM.S.W., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityB.S., Lake Superior State UniversityBloomquist, Cheryl M.Social Sciences InstructorM.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityB.S., Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityA.A., Wayne State UniversityBurks, Shawn C.Culinary Arts InstructorM.A., Spring Arbor UniversityB.A., Albion <strong>College</strong>A.O.S., Culinary Institute of AmericaChu, Judy Y.Communications InstructorM.A., University of ChicagoB.A., University of California, Los AngelesCollins, Alison B.Health Occupations InstructorM.S., B.S., Ferris State <strong>College</strong>A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)Compton, Gerald G.Science/Math InstructorM.S., B.A., Oakland UniversityCoughlin, James J.Science/Math InstructorLicensed Professional EngineerAdvanced Study, <strong>Michigan</strong> TechnologyUniversityM.S., B.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityDobek, Gerald O.Science/Math InstructorAdvanced Study,University of TorontoUniversity of ArizonaJames Cook UniversityM.Sc. (Hons.) University of WesternSydneyB.S., Ferris State UniversityA.S., A.A., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong><strong>College</strong>Master Certification, National Institutefor Automotive Service ExcellenceDomine, Douglas E.Humanities InstructorB.F.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityA.A., Southwest <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Drake, Stephen D.Science/Math InstructorAdvanced StudyUniversity of <strong>Michigan</strong>Southwest Missouri State UniversityClarkson UniversityUniversity of WashingtonKansas State UniversityM.S., University of WyomingB.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> Missouri StateUniversityEast, Ernest L.Science/Math InstructorM.A., Oakland UniversityB.S., University of <strong>Michigan</strong> DearbornElliott, Mary JoScience/Math InstructorEd.M., State University of New York,BuffaloB.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> Technological University,HoughtonEmerson, Michael P.Communications/Humanities InstructorPh.D., Purdue UniversityM.A., B.A., University of UtahEmling, Diane K.Social Sciences InstructorPh.D., M.A., B.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> StateUniversityEverest, Brandon R.Social Sciences InstructorM.A., B.S., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityFischer, Kathryn A.Health Occupations InstructorM.S., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>B.S.N., Eastern <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityFranklin, Michael R.Science/Math InstructorPh.D., M.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityB.S., Murray State UniversityGillett, Michael L.Technical InstructorB.M.E., Kettering UniversityGoethals, Scott P.Business InstructorM.S., B.S., A.A.S., Ferris State UniversityA+, Net+, Security+Gordon, Thomas A.Humanities InstructorM.A., Fort Hays State UniversityB.A., California Polytechnic StateUniversityA.A., Cuesta Community <strong>College</strong>Gray, Nancy T.Communications InstructorM.A., Middlebury <strong>College</strong>A.B., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>Hamilton, Robert B.Communications InstructorM.A., B.A., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityHendrix, Josephine L.Health Occupations InstructorM.S.N., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityB.S.N., Saginaw Valley State UniversityA.A.S., Lake <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Hochscheidt, Michael W.Maritime InstructorLicensed Merchant Marine Officer,Third AssistantB.A.,Wayne State UniversityA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>House, Lucille A.Culinary Arts InstructorDiploma in Culinary Arts, WesternCulinary InstituteCertified Culinary Educator, AmericanCulinary FederationHouston, Robb E.Science/Math InstructorM.A., Rice UniversityB.S., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityHoward-Spreitzer, Sherry L.Business InstructorM.S., B.S., Ferris State UniversityA.A.A., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Howell, Mark D.Communications InstructorPh.D., Bowling Green State UniversityM.A., B.A., Penn State Universitywww.nmc.edu 179Faculty & Staff
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGFaculty & StaffJacobson, Michael W.Science/Math and Social SciencesInstructorM.A., Western Illinois UniversityB.S., Northern <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityJaquish, Laura L.Science/Math InstructorM.S., B.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityJason, Constance A.Communications InstructorM.A., B.A., Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityJenkins, Anthony L.Science/Math InstructorM.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityB.S., Manchester <strong>College</strong>Jones, Bronwyn R.Communications InstructorM.A., Hunter <strong>College</strong>B.A., Columbia UniversityKelly, Keith E.Business InstructorB.S., Lake Superior State UniversityKey, Blake D.Science/Math InstructorPh.D., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityM.S., B.S., Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityKhan, Amjad A.Social Sciences InstructorPh.D., Oklahoma State UniversityM.S., New Mexico State UniversityKlotzbach, Gary W.Business and Humanities InstructorJ.D., University of Colorado School of LawB.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityLaCross, GregoryScience/Math InstructorM.S., Boston <strong>College</strong>M.S., Western Illinois UniversityA.A.S., B.S., Ferris State UniversityLinsell, Mary Ann S.Business InstructorM.L.I.R., B.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityLively, Janet S.Communications InstructorM.A., State University of New YorkB.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityLivengood, TamellaHealth Occupations InstructorM.S.N., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityB.S.N., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>A.D.N., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Mahoney, Deirdre M.Communications InstructorPh.D., University of ArizonaM.A., B.S., Northern Arizona UniversityMason, Robert D.Maritime InstructorLicensed Merchant Marine OfficerFirst Class Great Lakes Pilot’s LicenseA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>(GLMA)Mauk, Johnathon D.Communications InstructorPh.D., B.S., Bowling Green StateUniversityM.A., University of Toledo180 www.nmc.eduMcCord, Regis M.Social Sciences InstructorM.S., B.A., California State UniversityMcCormick, Melisa R.Humanities InstructorM.A., University of Missouri-ColumbiaB.S., Ball State UniversityMcDonald, Kristy B.Business InstructorM.A., Eastern <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.A., The University of MontanaNelson, Mark D.Science/Math InstructorM.Ed., B.S., University of IllinoisNiergarth, Raymond D.Technical InstructorB.S., Ferris State <strong>College</strong>Norris, Mary E.Business InstructorM.B.A., Lake Superior State UniversityB.S., Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityOlshove, Sonja K.Social Sciences InstructorM.A., Wake Forest UniversityB.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityA.A., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Overbaugh, Keith E.Science/Math InstructorD.V.M., B.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityOwens, Jay BarcleyCommunications InstructorPh.D., Washington State UniversityM.A., B.A., Central WashingtonUniversityPahl, John C.Communications InstructorAdvanced StudyUniversity of <strong>Michigan</strong>University of WyomingUniversity of Cambridge, EnglandM.A., B.A., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>Papcun, JoelCulinary Arts InstructorCulinary Proficiency, Schoolcraft <strong>College</strong>Chef de Cuisine, American CulinaryFederationParshall, Nancy J.Communications InstructorM.Ed., Temple UniversityB.A., Albion <strong>College</strong>Peplinski, Nathan G.Science/Math InstructorPh.D., B.S., Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityPflughoeft, John R.Science/Math InstructorM.S., University of Wisconsin MilwaukeeB.S., Colorado State UniversityPharo, Debra A.Science/Math InstructorM.A., University of Northern ColoradoB.S., Texas A&MPierson, Robert B.Technical InstructorB.S.E.E., Saginaw Valley State UniversityMCSA, CCNA, CCAI, A+, Net+, i-Net+,Server+Press, James G.Humanities InstructorM.A., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.A., Lake Superior State UniversityPuchala, Mark R.Humanities InstructorM.M., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>B.M.E., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityRoberts, Garyn G.Communications InstructorPh.D., M.A., Bowling Green StateUniversityB.B.A., University of Wisconsin,WhitewaterRodriguez, Robert A.Culinary Arts InstructorA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Certified Executive Chef, AmericanCulinary FederationRokos, Jean M.Health Occupations InstructorM.S.N., Wayne State UniversityB.S.N., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>A.D.N., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong><strong>College</strong>Ross, Mark G.Communications InstructorPh.D., M.A., Ohio State UniversityB.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityRoster, Nicholas O.Science/Math InstructorPh.D., Oklahoma State UniversityM.S., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.A., Alma <strong>College</strong>Ruane, Sean E.Social Sciences InstructorM.A., Pepperdine UniversityB.A., State University of New Yorkat OswegoA.A.S., Onondaga Community<strong>College</strong>Russell, Martha A.Humanities InstructorM.A., Midwestern State UniversityB.A., Univeristy of Science and Artsof OklahomaB.S., University of Southern ColoradoSalathiel, Kristen M.Communications InstructorM.A., B.A., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>Schaefer-Hills, Caroline L.Humanities InstructorB.F.A., Center for Creative StudiesSchwarz, Matthew R.Maritime InstructorThird Assistant Engineer AnyHorsepower - Steam/DieselA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>A.A., Columbia <strong>College</strong>Shafer, Adam C.Science/Math InstructorM.S., B.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversitySievert, Terry L.Technical InstructorB.S., Ferris State <strong>College</strong>A.A.S., West Shore Community 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2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGSkarupinski, Michael T.Culinary Arts InstructorSmith, Marjory M.Communications InstructorM.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityM.A., University of EdinburghSnyder, Frank S.Social Sciences InstructorPh.D., M.A., B.S., University ofPittsburghStraw, Jeffery J.Business InstructorM.S.E.E., B.S.E.E.,<strong>Michigan</strong> Technological UniversityA+ CertificationStudinger, Marvin D.Business InstructorM.A., B.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityLicensed Professional Counselor (LPC),State of <strong>Michigan</strong>Surgalski, Michael J.Maritime InstructorMasters License Great LakesMasters License OceanSTCW95B.S., Wayne State UniversityA.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Torre, Michael D.Humanities InstructorM.F.A., Indiana UniversityB.S., West Virginia Institute ofTechnologyTraines, David P.Aviation InstructorB.S., Johnson State <strong>College</strong>Certified Flight Instrument Instructor(CFII)Multiengine Instructor (MEI)Trapp, Martin R.Communications InstructorM.A., B.A., Eastern <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityVanderkolk, Mary D.Health Occupations InstructorM.B.A., Lake Superior State UniversityM.S.N., Wayne State UniversityB.S., B.S.N., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityWalter, Linda A.Health Occupations InstructorM.S.N., Grand Valley State UniversityB.S.N., A.D.N., Ferris State UniversityL.P.N., Mercy School of Practical NursingWooters, Rebecca L.Health Occupations InstructorA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)Zachman, John R.Social Sciences InstructorPh.D., M.A., Duke UniversityB.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityZlojutro, Jane M.Business InstructorM.S.T., Grand Valley State UniversityB.B.A., Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityCertified Public Accountant (CPA)Emeritus FacultyThe following faculty members have retiredwith twenty or more years of service.Glen Anderson 1959-85Norman Averill 1966-96Stephen Ballance 1975-00Pauline Baver 1951-75Elaine Beardslee 1963-94Walter Beardslee 1951-85Joan Berg 1977-00Lyle Bradford 1968-88Robert Buttleman 1970-06Larry Buys 1970-01Elizabeth Carden 1970-00Larry Carps 1971-01Richard Cookman 1970-00Helen Core 1952-74Sharon Dean 1965-92Joseph Dionne 1971-06Kathleen Donnelly 1961-85David Donovan 1971-01Sallie Donovan 1975-06William Faulk 1965-01Adam Gahn 1963-01Ernest Gaunt 1952-77Richard Gertz 1968-88Richard Goerz 1970-00Michele Grooters 1977-01Jill Hinds 1979-04Karen Howie 1987-10Dianne Keelan 1974-01Francis Kullman 1968-96John Leishman 1968-94Loretta Lockman 1964-84William Long 1965-88David Loveland 1973-94Keith MacPhee 1962-96Kenneth Marek 1968-01Kenneth Masck 1975-02Michael McIntosh 1970-04Richard Minor 1972-00Hettie Molvang 1974-94Henry Morgenstein 1971-00Arlo Moss 1962-88Peter Nelson 1964-88Harry Oliver 1958-89Jack Ozegovic 1968-89Richard Pascoe 1966-88Anne Patrick 1984-07Joseph Rogers 1955-84Kenneth Rose 1968-00Walter Ross 1972-97Robert Rudd 1963-98William Scharf 1964-91Maureen Schneider 1985-06William Shaw 1964-94Jacqueline Shinners 1989-10Allison Shumsky 1957-95William Skinner 1961-88James Spenceley 1957-80Frederick Tank 1966-07John Tanner 1974-95Roberta Teahen 1975-01Roy Terdal 1964-94David Terrell 1969-07Jacqueline Tompkins 1955-84David Vermetten 1962-96Paul Welch 1964-87Lila Wilkinson 1951-74Jerry Williams 1970-05Adjunct FacultyAnnis, Joedy M.Physical Education InstructorAssendelft, Barbara A.Business and Social Sciences InstructorJ.D., Detroit <strong>College</strong> of LawB.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityA.A., Macomb Community <strong>College</strong>Auch, Thomas F.Humanities InstructorM.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityB.S., Colorado State UniversityBagaloff, James B.Business InstructorM.B.A., Lawrence Technological UniversityBailey, Mary B.Communications InstructorBajema, David J.Automotive InstructorMaster Certification - National Institutefor Automotive Service ExcellenceBallance, Stephen J.Humanities InstructorM.A., Ohio UniversityB.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityBartlett, Beverly A.Science/Math InstructorM.A., B.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityBartlett Jr., Fred P.Technical InstructorM.B.A., Averett <strong>College</strong>B.S., Lawrence Technological UniversityBeach, Rebecca C.Communications InstructorEd.D., University of MissouriBeeby, George W.Business InstructorJ.D., Wayne State University Law SchoolB.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> Technological UniversityBeery, John W.Humanities InstructorPh.D., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityB.M.E., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityBeVier, Meredith S.Humanities InstuctorB.S., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>Borkovich, Michael L.Social Sciences InstructorB.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityA.A., Mott Community <strong>College</strong>A.A., Lansing Community <strong>College</strong>Bowling, Jennifer L.Health Occupations InstructorB.S.N., Ferris State UniversityA.A.S., Gogebic Community <strong>College</strong>Brady, Teri A.Health Occupations InstructorB.S.N., Northern <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityBreaux, Glen R.Construction Trades InstructorBrown, Andrea L.Science/Math InstructorM.Ed., B.S., Oakland UniversityBucco, AnnetteHealth Occupations InstructorB.S.N., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>www.nmc.edu181Faculty & Staff
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGFaculty & StaffBullis, JoSocial Sciences InstructorJ.D., B.S., University of North DakotaBurke, Caroline E.Business InstructorM.S., B.A., B.B.A., Western <strong>Michigan</strong>UniversityA.A., A.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong><strong>College</strong>Buss, ThomasBusiness InstructorB.S., A.A.S., Ferris State UniversityCannon, Nelson J.Social Sciences InstructorCarlson, Craig A.Physical Education InstructorB.S., Ferris State UniversityA.S., A.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong><strong>College</strong>Casperson, Leslie K.Health Occupations InstructorB.S.N., Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityCasperson, Todd A.Construction Trades InstructorCataldo, Horace P.Technical InstructorB.S., A.S., Ferris State UniversityCavendish, Laura E.Humanities InstructorCherry, William M.Social Sciences InstructorChubb, Jr., Kenneth A.Social Sciences InstructorA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Cochran, Michael L.Social Sciences InstructorB.S., Grand Valley State UniversityA.S., Grand Rapids Community <strong>College</strong>Connor, Kathleen A.Health Occupations InstructorB.S.N., Grand Valley State UniversityCook, Aaron C.Aviation InstructorB.S., Davenport UniversityA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Air Transport Pilot (ATP)Certified Flight Instrument Instructor(CFII)Multiengine Instructor (MEI)Cooney, RobertSocial Sciences InstructorJ.D., Detroit <strong>College</strong> of LawB.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> Technological UniversityCrawford, Jack D.Business and Technical InstructorB.S., Ferris State UniversityCrockett, James E.Communications InstructorB.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityCron-Huhta, Patricia A.Culinary Arts InstructorB.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityDavis, Michael J.Humanities InstructorB.S., University of Saint FrancisB.S., Ball State University182 www.nmc.eduDeCamillis, Susan L.Business InstructorM.L.S., Eastern <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.S., Ferris State UniversityA.C., Alpena Community <strong>College</strong>Denton, Shawn L.Physical Education InstructorM.S., B.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityDeutsch, Mary LouBusiness and Health OccupationsInstructorB.A., Valparaiso UniversityDitri, Jane W.Health Occupations InstructorM.S.N., Wayne State UniversityDrzewiecki, Stephen M.Social Sciences InstructorEisenstein, Dorothy B.Humanities InstructorM.A.L.S., Wesleyan UniversityB.F.A., University of IllinoisElston, Lee A.Health Occupations InstructorEmerson, Richard S.Technical InstructorMaster Heavy Duty Truck Mechanic,State of <strong>Michigan</strong>Certified Automobile Technician,National Institute for AutomotiveService ExcellenceFalberg, Amy J.Communications InstructorFate, Levi D.Physical Education InstructorFeague, Robert C.Science/Math InstructorM.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityB.S., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityFewins, Nicole S.Business InstructorM.B.A., Lewis UniversityB.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> Technological UniversityB.S., Ferris State UniversityFisher, Robin S.Physical Education InstructorFitzpatrick, John G.Business InstructorM.B.A., Stanford UniversityB.A., Denison UniversityFreet, Patti L.Science/Math InstructorA.S., Delta <strong>College</strong>Friedrich, ConstanceCommunications InstructorM.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityB.A., Denison University - OhioGentry, Ronald W.Humanities InstructorGeorge, Robert P.Culinary Arts InstructorM.S., B.E.D., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>A.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Gingras, William R.Construction Trades InstructorCertificate, Washtenaw Community<strong>College</strong>Certificate, Lake <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Gleason, Karen R.Health Occupations InstructorA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Gleason, Paul A.Science/Math InstructorM.A., B.S., Stetson UniversityGoodchild, Daniel R.Construction Trades InstructorA.S.A., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Habedank, Ashley M.Humanities InstructorB.F.A., <strong>College</strong> for Creative StudiesA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Hagen, John F.Communications InstructorHainen, Michael J.Great Lakes Maritime Academy InstructorB.S., US Merchant Marine AcademyHarmon, BJScience/Math InstructorPh.D.,Wayne State UniversityM.S., B.S., Ball State UniversityHaselton, Dean C.Culinary Arts InstructorHathaway, MatthewHumanities InstructorA.A., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Heffner, Brian D.Business and Social Sciences InstructorHill, Darla K.Social Sciences InstructorM.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityB.A.A., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityHines, Eric C.Communications InstructorM.A., Rutgers State University ofNew JerseyA.B., Lafayette <strong>College</strong>Hoadley, Richard S.Health Occupations InstructorD.D.S., Ohio State University
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGHolley, Mark W.Social Sciences InstructorB.G.S., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>Hosler, David C.Business InstructorA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Howe, Gary L.Social Sciences InstructorB.S., Northern <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityHunt, Anita C.Communications InstructorM.A., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.A., Denison UniversityHunt, CharlesTechnical InstructorM.A., Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.S., Ferris State UniversityHunter, Michael F.Humanities InstructorB.A., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityHusser, David A.Humanities InstructorM.M., University of OklahomaB.M.E., University of IllinoisHutchens, Steven R.Technical InstructorA.A.S., Bay De Noc Community <strong>College</strong>Certificate, Lake Superior State UniversityJabour, Frank E.Aviation InstructorA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Certified Flight Instrument Instructor(CFII)Multiengine Instructor (MEI)Jaquish, Marilyn S.Business InstructorM.A., B.A., Indiana UniversityJarvi, Catherine L.Business InstructorB.A., Spring Arbor UniversityA.C., A.A., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong><strong>College</strong>Jerome, Matthew J.Social Sciences InstructorA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Johnson, MariaCommunications InstructorB.S., Harry S. Truman <strong>College</strong>Jones, Rebecca T.Health Occupations InstructorB.S.N., Indiana University,BloomingtonKahler, ChandlerPhysical Education InstructorM.A., B.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityKahler, Karen L.Social Sciences InstructorM.A., B.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityKalish, Todd G.Science/Math InstructorM.S., University of Wisconsin - LaCrosseB.S., University of Wisconsin - PlattevilleKamischke, Eric L.Science/Math InstructorKeller, RobertScience/Math InstructorB.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityA.S., Lansing Community <strong>College</strong>Kimble, Douglas M.Physical Education InstructorB.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityKlein, Constance J.Science/Math InstructorKlein, Leonard E.Science/Math InstructorM.Ed., Wayne State UniversityM.S., Purdue UniversityB.A., Oakland UniversityKopka, Susan J.Humanities InstructorM.S., B.S., Ohio State UniversityM.S.W., Grand Valley State UniversityKrupp-Wilmeth, Lisa J.Social Sciences InstructorB.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityLaCourse, Peter W.Physical Education InstructorB.S., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityLaughlin, Frederick L.Culinary Arts InstructorM.S., Rochester Institute of TechnologyB.A., SUNY <strong>College</strong> - PotsdamLaughlin, LindaBusiness and Culinary Arts InstructorB.A., Empire State UniversityLaw, Barbara J.Health Occupations InstructorB.S.N., Wayne State UniversityLee, LorenSocial Sciences InstructorA.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Littlefield, Jennifer M.Health Occupations InstructorB.S.N., Wayne State UniversityB.A., University of California UCLALutes, Charlene A.Bridge InstructorPh.D., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityM.S., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.S., Ball State UniversityLyon, Mark E.Social Sciences InstructorMaasberg, MichaelScience/Math InstructorM.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityB.S., United States Military Academy -West PointMacNaughton, Coburn J.Culinary Arts InstructorCertified Food Safety Manager, NationalRegistry of Food Safety ProfessionalsMakowski, Michael N.Social Sciences InstructorMaloney, Vincent J.Business and Communications InstructorJ.D., Wayne State UniversityM.S.W., A.B., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>Masse, Laurent V.Communications InstructorB.A., University of New HampshireMasterson-Bzdok, Colleen F.Science/Math InstructorM.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityB.Ed., University of Western OntarioB.S., University of WindsorMathis, Richard A.Technical InstructorMayer, Sharon L.Social Sciences InstructorMcCall, Brian D.Humanities InstructorM.A., B.S., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityMcKee, Carole J.Health Occupations InstructorM.S.N., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>B.S.N., University of AkronMehl, Douglas K.Physical Education InstructorMiller, Karen L.Science/Math InstructorB.S., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityMoody, Wayne A.Automotive InstructorMaster Certification, National Institutefor Automotive Service ExcellenceMaster Auto Mechanic, State of <strong>Michigan</strong>Moomaw, Ernest A.Construction Trades InstructorMorrison, DorisHealth Occupations InstructorMorton, Mindy A.Humanities InstructorM.S., Portland State UniversityB.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityA.A., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Mueller, Mark R.Business InstructorB.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityNadji, TaoufikScience/Math InstructorPh.D., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityM.S., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityNelson, James D.Science/Math InstructorM.A., University of IdahoNuffer, Eric S.Aviation InstructorOberlin, Michael B.Social Sciences InstructorPh.D., M.A., B.S., Western <strong>Michigan</strong>UniversityOberski, Danial J.Science/Math InstructorM.Ed., B.S., Oakland UniversityO’Connor Heitjan, MaryCommunications InstructorOdgers, Susan L.Social Sciences InstructorPh.D., M.A.,Wayne State UniversityB.A., Oakland UniversityOliver, Janet W.Business InstructorM.A., Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.S., A.A.S., Ferris State UniversityOlson, Patricia J.Social Sciences InstructorM.A., Marygrove <strong>College</strong>B.A., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>Owens, Dianne H.Communications InstructorM.Ed., B.A., Central WashingtonUniversitywww.nmc.edu183Faculty & Staff
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGFaculty & StaffPhillips, Mark E.Great Lakes Maritime Academy InstructorPittinos, ChristopherCommunications InstructorM.Ed,. B.A., Temple UniversityPodolka, Deborah A.Humanities InstructorPoertner, Michelle L.Business InstructorM.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityB.S., Ferris State UniversityA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Puckett, Julie A.Science/Math InstructorM.A., B.S., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>Quick, Stephen H.Humanities InstructorRand III, Charles S.Communications InstructorM.Ed., B.S., University of North TexasReisig, TerriCommunications InstructorM.A., Governors State UniversityB.A., University of IllinoisRhein, Martin J.Humanities InstructorB.F.A., Kendall <strong>College</strong>Richey, Michael A.Business InstructorJ.D., Wayne State University Law SchoolB.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityRichmond, Joan G.Humanities InstructorM.F.A., University of Notre DameB.F.A., Art Academy of CincinnatiRobertson, Troy D.Business InstructorM.A., Georgia <strong>College</strong>B.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Robinson, Erin M.Health Occupations InstructorRuedinger, Karen M.Business InstructorM.B.A., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>B.A., Alma <strong>College</strong>Samarasinghe, Diane A.Physical Education InstructorM.S.W., Grand Valley State UniversityB.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversitySanborn, Gary K.Business InstructorA.B., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>, FlintSanderson, Corey J.Humanities InstructorB.A., University of Massachusetts,AmherstA.S., New England Institute ofTechnologySauerbrey, Anthony G.Aviation InstructorB.S., A.S., University of North DakotaCertified Flight Instrument Instructor(CFII)Multiengine Instructor (MEI)184 www.nmc.eduSchaub, Adam D.Physical Education InstructorSchneider, Mary AnnCommunications InstructorM.A., Eastern <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.S.W., Madonna UniversityA.A., Lansing Community <strong>College</strong>Sensenbaugh, Sue E.Communications and Science/MathInstructorB.S., Grand Valley UniversityA.A., A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Sheehan, Priscilla G.Humanities InstructorM.A., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>M.A., Wayne State UniversityB.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversitySheerin, Julia J.Science/Math InstructorB.S., Indiana UniversitySheffer, Joshua D.Business and Social Sciences InstructorJ.D., University of Notre DameSimkins, FrankBusiness InstructorA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Smith, HoraceScience/Math InstructorPh.D., M.Ed., B.S., Wayne StateUniversitySmith, Lillian E.Science/Math InstructorM.A., B.S., Wayne State UniversitySmith, MarkCommunicatons InstructorM.A., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.A., University of EdinburghA.B., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>Smith, Timothy R.Social Sciences InstructorSpaulding, Holly W.Communications InstructorM.A., University of Dublin Schoolof EnglishB.A., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>Springborn, Darci J.Culinary Arts InstructorStafford, Sheila G.Humanities InstructorM.A., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.A., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>Stocking, Carol L.Business InstructorM.S., B.S., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityStott, William T.Science/Math InstructorM.S., University of NebraskaB.S., University of WisconsinSullivan, Johnathan J.Science/Math InstructorM.S., University of ArkansasB.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> Technological UniversitySzczechowski, JamesScience/Math InstructorM.A., Eastern <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.A., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>Taberski, Carol J.Business InstructorM.B.A., Lake Superior State UniversityB.S., Ferris State UniversityA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Tampa, Keith A.Physical Education InstructorB.S., A.S., Lake Superior State UniversityTarczon, PhillipHumanities InstructorTaylor, Margery L.Health Occupations InstructorM.S.N., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityB.S.N., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>Taylor, Preston L.Social Sciences InstructorA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Teichman, Jason A.Science/Math InstructorB.S., Ferris State UniversityThatcher, Sarah K.Health Occupations InstructorB.A., Olivet <strong>College</strong>B.S., Thomas Jefferson UniversityThiel, Angela L.Health Occupations InstructorB.S., Fitchburg State <strong>College</strong>Thorson, Laren A.Social Sciences InstructorB.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityTilley, Marilyn K.Humanities InstructorM.A., Andrews UniversityM.M., Cleveland Institute of MusicB.M.U., North Carolina School of ArtsTomlin, Charles L.Humanities InstructorB.A., Oakland UniversityUnderhill, Joan M.Health Occupations InstructorA.D.N., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Vandenberg, Ethel L.Health Occupations InstructorM.S.N., Andrews UniversityB.S.N., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>VanderZee, Larissa S.Communications InstructorM.A., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>B.A., Alma <strong>College</strong>Vittorelli, Paul A.Physical Education InstructorVogel, Dorothy J.Humanities InstructorM.M., Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.A., Oberlin <strong>College</strong>Ward, Megan M.Communications InstructorM.A., Miami UniversityB.A., Grand Valley State UniversityWarfield, Rick A.Technical InstructorWarne, David C.Humanities InstructorWaterstripe, Kirk E.Science/Math InstructorM.S., Rutgers-State University ofNew JerseyB.S., Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGWatson, James Y.Communications InstructorWeiler, Robert S.Social Sciences InstructorM.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityM.A., B.S., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityWeathers, Rhonda B.Social Sciences InstructorM.S., Eastern <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.S., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityWeston, Bethelee A.Humanities InstructorB.M.U., Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityWilliams, Byron H.Science/Math InstructorM.A., B.S., Eastern <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityWillson, Thomas M.Business InstructorM.A., Central <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityB.S., Ferris State UniversityWolf, Timothy J.Social Sciences InstructorWright, Duane E.Social Sciences InstructorA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Zernow, Douglas K.Physical Education InstructorSixth Degree Black BeltB.S., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>Zuniga, Dawn C.Health Occupations InstructorM.S.N., B.S.N., University of <strong>Michigan</strong>Technical andParaprofessional StaffArnold, Judy A.Financial Aid SpecialistBailey, Crystal D.Office Manager - Hagerty CenterB.B.A., Davenport UniversityA.S.A., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Beeker, Mary L.Technical Assistant - LibraryM.A., B.A., Ohio State UniversityBeer, Alan G.Technician - Digital Media SystemsBerlin, Linda L.Financial Aid SpecialistB.A., Concordia UniversityBorstel, Edward B.Aviation Maintenance SupervisorA.A.S., Air Force Community <strong>College</strong>Licensed Airframe/Power Plant MechanicBraun, Amy R.Medical Assistant - Student HealthServicesA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Carlson, Maureen T.Publication Assistant -Extended Educational ServicesA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Carlton, Kelly A.Financial Aid SpecialistA.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Cunningham, Donald C.Technical Specialist - UniversityCenter LibraryB.S., University of MarylandUniversity <strong>College</strong>Daya, HemlataAdministrator - Network andComputer SystemsB.S., Ferris State UniversityA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>DeLonge, Robert MarkInstructional Technology SpecialistM.A., B.A., <strong>Michigan</strong> State UniversityDomagala, Patricia J.Supervisor - Telephone OperationsA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Duby, Cynthia L.Office Manager - Social SciencesAcademic AreaDunn, Jr., Thomas G.Aviation Maintenance TechnicianA.A.S., Kirtland Community <strong>College</strong>Licensed Airframe/Power Plant MechanicEiden, Elizabeth J.Office Manager - Residence LifeB.S., Wayne State UniversityFitzgerald, Robin R.Administrator - Network andComputer SystemsA.A.S., Davenport UniversityFox, Margaret L.Office Manager - Health OccupationsAcademic AreaA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Garner, Bobbi J.Office Manager - Science/MathAcademic AreaA.S.A., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Gauthier, Beatrice L.Office Manager - Technical DivisionA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Grougan, IrinaOffice Manager - Learning ServicesB.A., Gomel State UniversityHall, Kathryn F.Office Manager - Auxiliary ServicesA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Hammontree, Rochelle M.Paraprofessional - Library ServicesHanninen, Kim H.Museum Registrar/Exhibit PreparatorB.F.A., Eastern <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityHansen, Julie A.Assistant - Veterans Affairs/Records and RegistrationHromada, Georgenia R.Financial Aid SpecialistA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>King, Kelly A.Operations Manager - AviationNeumann, Jan T.Office Manager - InstitutionalAdvancementA.A., C.P.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong><strong>College</strong>Marx, Debra L.Financial Aid SpecialistB.A., Lake Superior State UniversityA.A., North Central <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>McKinnon, Janice D.General Merchandise SupervisorB.S., Mercy <strong>College</strong> of DetroitMoore, Michael P.Media Technology SpecialistNorconk, Beth A.Administrator - Network andComputer SystemsB.S., Ferris State UniversityPatterson, Debra A.Program Assistant - ExtendedEducational ServicesA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Paul, Cheryl L.Office Manager - Human ResourcesA.A.S., Macomb Community <strong>College</strong>Premo, Joelle A.Library Technical Services CoordinatorA.A.S., Oakland Community <strong>College</strong>Rogers, Wendy S.Course Materials SupervisorRokos, Judith A.Administrative Secretary -Great Lakes Maritime AcademyB.S., Ferris State UniversityA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Root, Janice M.Office Manager - CommunicationsAcademic AreaSchultz, Dennis W.Technician - Video and InstructionalSupport SystemsShumaker, Bonnie J.Office Manager - Business Academic AreaB.A., Ohio State UniversitySluss, Alice M.Office Manager - Humanities AcademicAreaSweetman, Thomas R.Center for Learning SpecialistA.G.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>www.nmc.edu185Faculty & Staff
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGFaculty & StaffTarnow, Terry L.Supervisor - Dennos Museum Center StoreB.A., Wayne State UniversityA.A., Monticello <strong>College</strong>Trier, Sherry D.Instructional Technology SpecialistA.B.S., Delta <strong>College</strong>Waterstripe, Kirk E.Laboratory ManagerM.S., Rutgers State University ofNew JerseyB.S., Edinboro University of PennsylvaniaWestphal, Kelly J.Human Resources AssistantB.S.W., Ferris State UniversityA.A.S., A.S.A., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong><strong>College</strong>Witt, Dorothy O.Technician - University CenterPublications/Event SchedulingA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Support StaffBarber, Duane E.Cashier/Bookkeeper - Accounts ReceivableA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Creighton, Dorian L.Assistant - AccountingA.A., Oakland Community <strong>College</strong>Denoyer, Susan C.Assistant - President’s OfficeFarrier, Trisha J.Bar Supervisor - Hagerty CenterGallegos, Johanna E.Banquet Supervisor - Hagerty CenterGarvin, Cheryl L.Assistant - Admissions OfficeA.A.S., Northwood UniversityGourlay, Kimberly A.Assistant - AccountingA.S.A., A.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong><strong>College</strong>Griggs, Martha L.Secretary - Institutional AdvancementHallett, Kristi E.Cashier/Bookkeeper - Accounts ReceivableA.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Hutchcraft, Suzanne L.Bookkeeper - Payroll ServicesJohnson, Jean H.Secretary - Great Lakes MaritimeAcademy AdmissionsA.A., Lansing Community <strong>College</strong>Kalchik, Debra A.Assistant - Extended Educational ServicesMcCready, Shayrrl A.Assistant - Parsons-Stulen Welcome DeskB.A., Western <strong>Michigan</strong> UniversityMcEntyre, Jessica R.Materials ClerkPalmer, Donna J.Administrative Assistant -University Center186 www.nmc.eduRea, Linda L.Secretary - Center for InstructionalExcellenceA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Reeves, Gail R.Bookkeeper Assistant - Payroll Services/Accounts PayableRollin, Shelley L.Assistant - AdmissionsA.A.S., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Rumbach, Vicki L.Assistant - Training and ResearchSchenk, Jackie A.Office Assistant - Extended EducationalServicesSedlacek, Kathleen M.Administrative Assistant - Records andRegistration/TestingSummers, Nancy R.Bookkeeper - Accounts PayableB.A., Schiller International UniversityMaintenance andCustodial StaffAngel, Sharon M.CustodianBlough Jr., Edwin C.GroundskeeperCasey, Amber S.CustodianChristopher, Dennis P.CustodianCook, Frederick P.CustodianCook, Jerome L.CustodianDalley, JohnCustodianDunham, Dorthy M.CustodianDunham, Ernest S.Warehouse ClerkEgeler, Steven D.CustodianFader, Timothy J.PainterFewins, Stephen M.CustodianB.S., <strong>College</strong> of St. FrancisGaylord, James C.CustodianGordon, Kathy A.GroundskeeperGray, James A.CustodianHaines, Todd A.Maintenance MechanicHansen, Anthony L.CustodianHardy, William T.CustodianHarrand, Sandra M.CustodianHarvey, Kimberly K.GroundskeeperLaCroix, Christopher W.CustodianLewis, Brian R.GroundskeeperMacGirr, Anthony J.CustodianMiller, Natalie J.CustodianMurphy, Daniel C.Maintenance MechanicResidential Builder LicensePleva, Michael L.CustodianReynolds, Valerie J.CustodianRider, Robert M.Maintenance MechanicSabins, Jeffrey J.CustodianSchettek, Gary J.GroundskeeperSend, Jeffery M.Boiler Maintenance MechanicSexton, David A.Maintenance MechanicShattuck, Craig W.CustodianSheffer, KanDee L.CustodianSpires, Richard K.CustodianSteiger, Edward M.Mail CourierA.A., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>Trowbridge, Philip J.CustodianVanSipe, Brian L.Maintenance MechanicB.A., Spring Arbor <strong>College</strong>A.A.S., A.A., <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong><strong>College</strong>Yeider, Daniel W.Maintenance Mechanic
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2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGMGlossaryAcademic AdvisingThe process by which faculty members assist students with courseselection and career advisement; students are assigned to an advisorbased on their program of study.AccreditationRecognition that the college or a college program has met standardsor requirements set up by a governing organization.AdmissionAcceptance of an applicant for enrollment in the college.ArticulationThe process of identifying the transferability of <strong>NMC</strong> courses toother colleges and universities.Associate DegreeA degree issued to a student who has completed a prescribed curriculum/programof courses totaling a minimum of 64 semester credits,generally completed in two years of full-time attendance; studentsearn an Associate of Science and Arts, Associate in Applied Science,or Associate Degree in Nursing, depending on their area of emphasis.AuditTo enroll in an academic course on a non-credit basis; all regular feesand charges apply.Baccalaureate DegreeA degree issued to a student who has completed a prescribed curriculum/programof courses totaling 120 to 128 semester credits,generally completed in four years of full-time attendance.<strong>Catalog</strong>A college’s official publication outlining general information, requirementsfor admission, degree and certificate programs, special services,course descriptions, and faculty/staff listing.Certificate ProgramA prescribed curriculum/program of courses in a job specialty areawhich includes some basic education, designed as preparation for immediateemployment; requirements for certificates vary considerablyand details are found in this catalog.Class ScheduleA publication listing all classes offered for a given semester includingcredit hours, class hours, costs, instructors, and locations.COMPASSAn assessment of academic skills given to new students who are pursuingcertificate or degree programs or who wish to enroll in Englishor math; the results are used by advisors in course advisement.Co-requisiteAn additional course or instructional experience which is required tobe taken simultaneously with certain courses, such as a science labwhich may be required to be taken with a science lecture course.Counseling, PersonalAssistance which students may receive from the Counseling Centerregarding personal issues.CreditA value measurement assigned to academic classes; earned creditscertify that a student has successfully completed a course of study.CurriculumA group of courses offered by a school or college; a group of coursesrequired for a specific major or program at a school or college.188 www.nmc.eduDrop/AddThe official procedure for dropping or adding classes to a student’sschedule, accomplished by filing a “drop/add” form.ElectiveA course which a student may choose to take from a number ofalternative courses in order to fulfill a program requirement.Faculty AdvisorA faculty member who assists students with decisions about programsof study and courses.FeesCharges assessed to students other than tuition charges.Financial AidVarious forms of financial assistance to help pay college costs (seeGrants, Loans, and Scholarships).GPAGrade Point Average. Students taking academic classes for credit areassigned a grade which is equal to a certain number of points: A = 4.,B = 3., C = 2., D = 1., and E = 0. Grade Point Average is determinedby the number of grade points earned divided by the number ofcredit hours completed.GrantA monetary award given to a student based on financial need; a grantdoes not have to be repaid.HonorsA program at <strong>NMC</strong> through which students may earn honors creditby 1) taking special honors classes and/or 2) taking regular classes forhonors credit by making arrangements with individual instructors.In-DistrictA designation identifying the residency status of a student who livesin Grand Traverse County and pays <strong>NMC</strong>’s lowest general tuition.In-StateA designation identifying the residency status of a student who livesin a <strong>Michigan</strong> county other than Grand Traverse and pays highertuition, also called “Out-of-District.”Independent StudyIndividual in-depth study on a special subject under the guidanceof a faculty member.Liberal ArtsA curriculum which ranges across the broad field of human knowledge,including communications, humanities, social sciences, mathematicsand the sciences.LoanA monetary award given to a student from a lender (college, bank,savings and loan, credit union) based on financial need; loans mustbe repaid.Non-creditCourses which do not qualify as graduation requirements, such asdevelopmental or specific topic courses; completion of these coursesis recorded on a student’s permanent record as a “Q” (qualified) oras a “NQ” (not qualified), but these grades are not part of a student’sgrade point average.Occupational StudiesA curriculum which provides career-specific courses as well as coreeducation courses, designed to prepare graduates for immediate entryinto the workforce.OrientationA required program for all new <strong>NMC</strong> students which features an opportunityto become acquainted with campus resources and policieswhile registering for the first semester of <strong>NMC</strong> classes.
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGOut-of-DistrictA designation identifying the residency status of a student who livesin a <strong>Michigan</strong> county other than Grand Traverse and pays highergeneral tuition, also called “In-State.”Out-of-StateA designation identifying the residency status of a student who livesoutside of <strong>Michigan</strong> and pays <strong>NMC</strong>’s highest general tuition.Permanent RecordA listing of each student’s academic history maintained by <strong>NMC</strong>’sRecords Office; these records are confidential.Postsecondary EducationEducation beyond the high school level.Pre-requisiteRequirements which must be met or courses which must be successfullycompleted prior to enrolling in a specific course or program.ProgramA planned curriculum in a field of study which includes a list ofspecific requirements.ReadmissionThe process of officially re-entering college at registration time forstudents who have been away from <strong>NMC</strong> for one or more semesters.RegistrationThe process of officially enrolling in a course(s) and paying tuition.ResidencyThe official home address of a student which is used to determine thetuition rate charged; residency classifications are In-District, In-State,and Out-of-State.ScholarshipA monetary award based on academic ability and/or financial needand/or a donor’s specific preferences; scholarships do not have tobe repaid.SemesterAn academic session lasting approximately 15 weeks.Service AreaThe six-county area from which <strong>NMC</strong> primarily draws its students:Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Leelanau, and Wexford.SessionThe number of weeks a course meets (15 weeks, 8 weeks, 5 weeks,etc.) during a semester.TranscriptA copy of a student’s permanent record (grades) available upon writtenrequest by a student to be released to a third party from <strong>NMC</strong>’sRecords Office.TuitionThe monetary charge a student must pay at registration whichtypically equals the number of contact hours with the instructormultiplied by the student’s tuition rate, which is based on his/herresidency status.<strong>NMC</strong>.Find it here.MIndexAAcademic Advising...............................................................28Academic Calendar................................................................2Academic Grievances.........................................................169Academic Policies...............................................................170Academic Probation...........................................................171Academic Suspension.........................................................171Accounting..............................................................11, 60, 64Adding Classes...................................................................170Administrative Support Specialist Certificate.................11, 64Admissions..........................................................................26Allied Health.....................................................................127American Sign Language..............................................62, 140Apartments..........................................................................43Application Procedures........................................................26Applied Plant Science Program......................................63, 92Art, Visual Communications...........................15, 69, 93, 158Arts courses, Fine ..........................................................60, 98Associate Degree in Nursing Requirements..........................88Associate in Science and Arts Degree Requirements.............52Associate in Applied Science Degree Requirements..............54Astronomy...................................................................60, 100Attendance Policy..............................................................170Automotive Technology Courses........................................100Automotive- Master Auto. Technician Certificate.................66Automotive Service Technology Program.............................65Aviation.................................................................10, 67, 102BBilling Procedure.................................................................46Biology........................................................................60, 104Board of Trustees...............................................................176Bookstore and Class Supplies...............................................29Bridge Learning Community.........................................21, 67Business Academic Area.......................................................11Business Administration Program........................................68Business courses.................................................................106CCalendar................................................................................2Campus Safety Report.......................................................173Canceled Classes..................................................................30Career and Employment Services ........................................28Cashier Services...................................................................29<strong>Catalog</strong> of Record................................................................45Center for Learning.............................................................29Certificate Admission...........................................................26Certificate Program Requirements.......................................51Charting Your Course of Study............................................50Chemistry..............................................................18, 60, 109Child Development......................................... 19, 60, 70, 108Clerical Support, Certificate.................................................71Clubs and Organizations......................................................45Commercial Art (Visual Communications)......15, 69, 93, 158Communications Academic Area.........................................12Communications.......................................................... 12, 60COMPASS Placement Testing.............................................30Computer Information Technology Courses......................110www.nmc.edu189
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGComputer Information Technology Program.......................71Computer Labs/Technology Support...................................30Computer Studies - Industry Certifications..........................74Computer Studies - Office App. Specialist...........................74Confidentiality of Records.................................................174Construction Technology...............................................20, 76Counseling, Personal............................................................44Course Descriptions.....................................................97, 160Course Prefixes.....................................................................96Credit for Prior Learning...................................................170Credit Equivalencies..........................................................170Criminal Justice.....................................................19, 60, 114Culinary Arts ........................................................ 11, 79, 115DDance ...................................................................15, 62, 118Dean’s List.........................................................................171Degree Outcomes................................................................51Degree Requirements..................................................... 52-55Degrees Offered............................................................. 52-55Dennos Museum Center........................................................8Dental Assistant.....................................................14, 80, 128Disability Support Services..................................................30Dormitories, see Residence Hall...........................................42Drafting and Design Engineering..........................20, 70, 117Dropping Classes...............................................................170Drug-Free Policy................................................................174Dual-Enrolled Admission.....................................................26EEconomics............................................................. 19, 61, 119Education ............................................................. 19, 61, 119Electronics Technology .........................................20, 81, 119Employment, On and Off Campus................................ 28-29Engineering .......................................................... 18, 61, 119English...................................................................12, 61, 122Environmental Science.......................................... 18, 61, 125Extended Educational Services Division...............................24FFacilities............................................................................. 5-7Faculty & Staff...................................................................175Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act..........................174Fees......................................................................................46Financial Aid.......................................................................31Fine Arts .................................................................15, 60, 98Fitness Center......................................................................43Flexible Learning Options....................................................21Food Service (see Meals)......................................................42Four-Year Programs........................................................ 22-23French Courses............................................................62, 141Freshwater Studies................................................... 13, 61, 82GGeneral Education Assessment.............................................51General Education Outcomes..............................................51General Education Philosophy.............................................51General Liberal Arts/Science................................................61Geography ............................................................ 19, 61, 127Geology...............................................................................62Good Standing..................................................................171Grades...............................................................................171Grade Alert........................................................................172Graduation..........................................................................42Graduation Requirements.............................................. 52-55Great Lakes Maritime Academic Area............................16, 84Great Lakes Maritime Academy Deck....................16, 85, 136Great Lakes Maritime Academy Engineering.........16, 86, 142Group 1 Courses...................................................... 51, 56-57Group 2 Courses...................................................... 51, 56-57Guest Admission..................................................................26HHarassment Policy.............................................................172Health and Fitness Center....................................................43Health and Fitness Courses................................................129Health Insurance.................................................................42Health Professional Development courses..........................133Health Occupations Academic Area.....................................14Health Services, Student......................................................42History..................................................................15, 62, 133Honors Convocation...........................................................42Honors Program..................................................................42Housing and Student Activities............................................42Humanities Academic Area..................................................15Humanities Courses...........................................................134Hybrid Automotive Technology.....................................20, 66IIndependent Study............................................................. 97Industry Certifications.........................................................74Information Technology....................................................110Intramural Sports/Recreation...............................................43Institutional Advancement.....................................................5International Student Services..............................................28Internships...........................................................................58JKJobs, On and Off Campus............................................. 28-29LLaw Enforcement...................................................19, 82, 135Legal Assistant (under discontinuance plan)..........11, 82, 150Library.................................................................................43Linked Courses....................................................................58Living on Campus (see Housing)...................................42, 51Loans...................................................................................34Lost & Found (Welcome Center)........................................48MMachine Tool, Manufacturing Technology...................83, 139MACRAO Agreement.........................................................58Magazine, <strong>NMC</strong>..................................................................45Management courses..........................................................139Manufacturing Technology....................................20, 83, 139Maps.............................................................Inside back coverMaritime, Deck.....................................................16, 85, 136Maritime, Engineering...........................................16, 86, 142Maritime, Power Plant Facilities Operator.....................16, 87Marketing Courses.............................................................140Master Automotive Technician Program....................... 20, 66Mathematics..........................................................18, 62, 144190 www.nmc.edu
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGMeals...................................................................................42Modern Languages Courses.................................................62Modern Languages Program................................................62Museum Center, Dennos.......................................................8Music.....................................................................15, 62, 146NNaval Science.....................................................................144Newspaper, White Pine Press...............................................45Non-Degree/Certificate Admission......................................26Non-Discrimination Policy.......................... Inside front coverNursing Courses................................................................131Nursing ProgramsAssociate Degree in Nursing (ADN)..............................14, 88LPN to ADN Completion.............................................14, 89Practical Nursing (PN)...................................................14, 90OObservatory, Rogers...........................................................7, 8Online Learning..................................................................21OPEN Learning...................................................................21Orientation..........................................................................44Out-of-State Students..........................................................28Outdoor Pursuits Courses..................................................150PParking................................................................................44Performing Arts...................................................................62Phi Theta Kappa..................................................................44Philosophy Courses................................................15, 62, 153Physical Education.............................................................151Physics Courses......................................................18, 63, 154Placement Testing................................................................30Policies, <strong>College</strong> & Academic.....................................162, 170Political Science Courses........................................19, 63, 155Pre-engineering Courses.....................................................119Probation...........................................................................171Privacy Statement..............................................................174Programs of Study..................................................................1Progress Report....................................................................33Psychology Courses................................................19, 63, 156QRRadio, W<strong>NMC</strong>....................................................................45Records and Registration.....................................................44Refunds...............................................................................46Renewable Energy Technology - Electrical.................... 20, 77Renewable Energy Technology - HVAC.........................20, 78Residence Hall Alcohol & Drug Policy................................43Residence Hall Handbook...................................................43Residence Hall (see Housing)...............................................42Residency Classifications......................................................28Right to Know...................................................................173Rogers Observatory............................................................7, 8SScholarships and Grants................................................. 35-41Science and Math Academic Area........................................18Service Learning.............................................................21, 58Sexual Assault Policy..........................................................174Sign Language (American Sign Language)....................62, 140Smoke-Free Policy..............................................................174Social Science Academic Area...............................................19Social Work...........................................................19, 63, 157Sociology...............................................................19, 63, 157Spanish Courses...........................................................62, 141Speech Courses..................................................................115Special Enrollment Option..................................................26Sports..................................................................................43Student Code of Conduct..................................................164Student Employment..................................................... 28-29Student Government Association.........................................45Student Media.....................................................................45Student Rights/Policies......................................................162Student Services............................................................. 26-48Suspension.........................................................................171TTechnical Academic Area.....................................................20Technical Management Administration Program...........11, 93Technology Support............................................................ 30Theater................................................................. 12, 62, 158Training Services....................................................................8Transcripts...........................................................................26Transfer Credit Evaluations..................................................27Transfer to Another <strong>College</strong>.................................................29Transfer Options..................................................................60Tuition.................................................................................46Tutoring...............................................................................47UUniversity Center........................................................... 22-23Unmanned Aerial Systems Courses......................................62Upward Bound....................................................................47VVeterans Educational Benefits..............................................47Veterans Services..................................................................47Visual Communications.......................................... 15, 63, 93W-ZWelcome Center..................................................................48Welding Technology ............................................ 20, 94, 160White Pine Press, Newspaper...............................................45Withdrawing from Classes/<strong>College</strong>....................................170Work-Based Learning..........................................................58W<strong>NMC</strong>...............................................................................45Writing Center....................................................................48www.nmc.edu191
2011 - 2013 <strong>NMC</strong> CATALOGApplication Codes & Transcript RequirementsAPPLICATION CODES & TRANSCRIPT REQUIREMENTSTable A - PROGRAM CODESAssociate in Science and Arts Degree (ASA)(Transfer Options - Satisfies MACRAO Agreement)733 Accounting711 Art702 Biology734 Business Administration727 Chemistry722 Child Development704 Communications706 Criminal Justice708 Education709 Engineering710 English (Literature, Creative Writing)**** Freshwater Studies591 Global Policy & Sustainability592 Economy & Society593 Science & Technology726 Geography730 History712 Liberal Arts/Science715 Mathematics731 Modern Languages - American SignLanguage, Spanish, French**** Performing Arts707 Theater, Dance716 Music729 Philosophy/Religion717 Physical SciencesAstronomy, Geology,Environmental Science725 Political Science718 Pre-Law713 Pre-Medical, Pre-Dental, Pre-Veterinary724 Psychology723 Social Work720 Sociology728 Visual Communications (Comm. Art)Table B - CAREERPATHWAY CODESTable C - HIGH SCHOOL CODES230035 Alba High School230260 Bellaire High School230285 Benzie High School230430 Buckley High School230450 Cadillac High School230550 Central Lake High School231340 Elk Rapids High School231350 Ellsworth High School231385 Evart High School231440 Forest Area High School231570 Frankfort High SchoolTable D - COLLEGE CODES002234 Adrian <strong>College</strong>002235 Albion <strong>College</strong>002236 Alma <strong>College</strong>002237 Alpena Community <strong>College</strong>002238 Andrews University002239 Aquinas <strong>College</strong>004673 Baker <strong>College</strong>002240 Bay De Noc Community <strong>College</strong>030666 Bay Mills Community <strong>College</strong>002241 Calvin <strong>College</strong>007617 Carnegie Institute002243 Central <strong>Michigan</strong> University002246 Cleary <strong>College</strong>002247 Concordia <strong>College</strong>002266 Cornerstone University002249 Davenport University002251 Delta <strong>College</strong>004702 Detroit Business Institute002253 Detroit <strong>College</strong> of Business004692 Dorsey School of BusinessTable E - COUNTY CODES1 Arts & Communications2 Business, Management, Marketing & Tech.3 Health Sciences232420 Glen Lake High School233583 Grand Traverse Academy232086 Interlochen Arts Academy232190 Kalkaska High School232215 Kingsley High School232235 Lake City High School232241 Leelanau Peninsula School231645 Leelanau School232320 Leland High School232510 McBain High School232385 Mancelona High SchoolAssociate in Applied Science Degree (AAS)Occupational Specialty Programs103 Accounting**** Applied Plant Science580 Viticulture581 Fruit Production582 Landscape & Nursery583 Turf Grass Management560 Automotive Service Technology562 Aviation - Flight Technology**** Business Administration122 Computer Applications151 Entrepreneur105 General115 Management107 Marketing555 Advanced Manufacturing**** Computer Information Technology106 General108 Developer125 Infrastructure109 Culinary Arts300 Dental Assistant**** Great Lakes MaritimePlease call (231) 995-1200 or visitwww.nmc.edu/maritime352 Law Enforcement584 Manufacturing Technology655 Renewable Energy Technology - Electrical656 Renewable Energy Technology - HVAC573 Technical Management Administration**** Visual Communications (Commercial Art)251 Creative Management in Art Direction351 Visual Communications302 Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)740 Associate in General Studies (AGS)002259 Eastern <strong>Michigan</strong> University002260 Ferris State University002263 Glen Oaks Community <strong>College</strong>002264 Gogebic Community <strong>College</strong>002265 Grace Bible <strong>College</strong>002267 Grand Rapids Community <strong>College</strong>002268 Grand Valley State University002269 Great Lakes Christian <strong>College</strong>006770 Great Lakes <strong>College</strong>002270 Henry Ford Community <strong>College</strong>002273 Hope <strong>College</strong>010627 ITT Technical Institute002274 Jackson Community <strong>College</strong>002275 Kalamazoo <strong>College</strong>006949 Kalamazoo Valley Community <strong>College</strong>002276 Kellogg Community <strong>College</strong>007618 Kendall <strong>College</strong>002262 Kettering University007171 Kirtland Community <strong>College</strong>002277 Lake <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>4 Engineering/Manufacturing & Industrial Tech.5 Natural Sciences & Agriscience6 Human Services232415 Manton High School232445 Marion High School232560 Mesick High School232515 N. Mich. Christian-McBain232830 Northport School233605 Pine River School233145 Reed City High School233580 St. Francis High School232240 Saint Mary’s High School-Lk Leelanau233535 Suttons Bay High School233586 Traverse City Christian High School002293 Lake Superior State University002278 Lansing Community <strong>College</strong>002279 Lawrence Institute of Technology008906 Macomb Community <strong>College</strong>002282 Madonna University002290 <strong>Michigan</strong> State University002292 <strong>Michigan</strong> Technological University006768 Mid <strong>Michigan</strong> Community <strong>College</strong>002294 Monroe County Community <strong>College</strong>002295 Montcalm Community <strong>College</strong>002261 Mott Community <strong>College</strong>002297 Muskegon Community <strong>College</strong>002299 North Central <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>002301 Northern <strong>Michigan</strong> University002302 <strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>004072 Northwood University002304 Oakland Community <strong>College</strong>002307 Oakland University002308 Olivet <strong>College</strong>002311 Reformed Bible <strong>College</strong>Career Certificate Programs003 Administrative Support Specialist**** Automotive031 Electrical and Drivability Specialist001 Master Automotive Technician032 Under Car Specialist034 Hybrid Tech Specialist027 CAD/CAM Drafter - Mechanical028 CAD/CAM Trainee - Mechanical002 Child Development020 Clerical Support**** Computer Information Technology033 Infrastructure Specialist I030 Infrastructure Specialist II024 Infrastructure Specialist III035 Office Application Specialist006 Support Specialist039 Web Developer I040 Web Developer II041 Web Developer III**** Construction Technology061 Carpentry Technology062 Electrical Technology063 Facilities Maintenance064 HVAC/R Technology065 Renewable Energy Technology - Electrical066 Renewable Energy Technology - HVAC067 Plumbing Technology029 Culinary Arts070 Dental Assistant079 Engineering051 Entrepreneurship I052 Entrepreneurship II010 Practical Nursing016 Welding TechnologyOther955 <strong>NMC</strong> Postgrad/University Center954 Not Pursuing A Degree At <strong>NMC</strong>**** Nursing Preparation950 Pre-Associate Degree Nursing951 Pre-Practical Nursing000 Deciding - Note: Financial Aid applicants maynot choose “Deciding.”233585 Traverse City Central High School233589 Traverse City Prep Academy233587 Traverse City West High School233588 Traverse City High School001201 Home School000702 Other <strong>Michigan</strong>000990 Out-Of-State001214 Charter School002288 Rochester <strong>College</strong>002314 Saginaw Valley State University002315 Schoolcraft <strong>College</strong>002316 Siena Heights University002317 Southwestern <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong>002318 Spring Arbor <strong>College</strong>002310 St. Clair County Community <strong>College</strong>002322 Suomi <strong>College</strong>002323 University of Detroit - Mercy002325 University of <strong>Michigan</strong>002326 University of <strong>Michigan</strong> - Dearborn002327 University of <strong>Michigan</strong> - Flint004071 Walsh <strong>College</strong>002328 Washtenaw Community <strong>College</strong>009230 Wayne County Community <strong>College</strong>002329 Wayne State University007950 West Shore Community <strong>College</strong>002330 Western <strong>Michigan</strong> University090 Out-of-State099 Other01 Alcona 13 Calhoun 25 Genessee 37 Isabella 49 Mackinac 61 Muskegon 73 Saginaw02 Alger 14 Cass 26 Gladwin 38 Jackson 50 Macomb 62 Newaygo 74 Sanilac03 Allegan 15 Charlevoix 27 Gogebic 39 Kalamazoo 51 Manistee 63 Oakland 75 Schoolcraft04 Alpena 16 Cheboygan 28 Grand Traverse 40 Kalkaska 52 Marquette 64 Oceana 76 Shiawassee05 Antrim 17 Chippewa 29 Gratiot 41 Kent 53 Mason 65 Ogemaw 77 St. Clair06 Arenac 18 Clare 30 Hillsdale 42 Keweenaw 54 Mecosta 66 Ontonagon 78 St. Joseph07 Baraga 19 Clinton 31 Houghton 43 Lake 55 Menominee 67 Osceola 79 Tuscola08 Barry 20 Crawford 32 Huron 44 Lapeer 56 Midland 68 Oscoda 80 Van Buren09 Bay 21 Delta 33 Ingham 45 Leelanau 57 Missaukee 69 Otsego 81 Washtenaw10 Benzie 22 Dickinson 34 Ionia 46 Lenawee 58 Monroe 70 Ottawa 82 Wayne11 Berrien 23 Eaton 35 Iosco 47 Livingston 59 Montcalm 71 Presque Isle 83 Wexford12 Branch 24 Emmet 36 Iron 48 Luce 60 Montmorency 72 Roscommon 99 Out-of-StateTRANSCRIPT REQUIREMENTS: Official Transcripts should be mailed directly to the <strong>NMC</strong> Admissions Office using the address shown at the top of the application.1. 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<strong>Northwestern</strong> <strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>College</strong> • Campus Maps & Locations
Find it here.<strong>NMC</strong>•Financial aid, affordable tuition• Online learning options• Small classes = personal attention1701 E. Front StreetTraverse City, <strong>Michigan</strong> 49686(800) 748-0566 (231) 995-1000www.nmc.edu20,000 4/11
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