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table of contentsAcademic Calendar 2013-2014 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Meridian Community CollegeCatalog 2013 - 2014CelebratingSection 1: Introduction and Information . . . . . . . . . . . 3Section 2: Admission and Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Section 3: Academic Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Section 4: Student Services and Activities. . . . . . . . . . 21Section 5: Rights, Responsibilities and Policies . . . . . . .29Section 6: Financial Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37Section 7: Programs of Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57Section 8: Community and Business Development. . . .105Section 9: Course Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109Section 10: Faculty and Staff Directory. . . . . . . . . . . .159Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167Board of TrusteesTommy DulaneyJohn JohnsonRonnye Purvis, MDAlex WeddingtonRalph YoungAdministrative OfficersPresident, Dr. Scott ElliottVice President for Operations, Barbara JonesAssociate Vice President for Finance, Amy BrandAssociate Vice President for Workforce Education,Dr. Richie McAlisterDean of Academic Affairs, Michael ThompsonDean of Student Services, Soraya WeldenAssociate Dean of Student Services /Athletic Director,Sander AtkinsonDean of Learning Resources, Billy BealAssociate Dean of Learning Resources, Dr. Ray DentonDean of Community and Business Development,Janet HeggieDean of Nursing, Dr. Betty DavisExecutive Director of The MCC Foundation/InstitutionalAdvancement, Kathy BrookshireDirector of Institutional Effectiveness and Accountability,Cathy ParkerDisclaimerMeridian Community College does not discriminate on thebasis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion or agein admission or access to, or treatment or employment in itsprograms and activities. Compliance with Section 504 and TitleIX is coordinated by Soraya Welden, dean of student services, 910Highway 19 North, Meridian, Mississippi 39307. 1-601-484-8628.Fax: 1-601-484-8635. Email: swelden@meridiancc.edu.The provisions of this catalog are not to be regarded as anirrevocable contact between the students and MCC. Thiscatalog attempts to present information regarding admissionrequirements, courses, degrees, tuition, fees, etc., in as accurateand up-to-date fashion as possible. This does not, however,preclude the possibility of changes taking place during thetime period of this catalog. When such changes happen, theywill be publicized through normal channels. Prospective andcurrent student should consult an advisor for any changes in theinformation in this catalog.1

Academic Calendar______________________________________Fall 2013Faculty on 195 Day Contract Report Mon., July 29Faculty on 185 Day Contract Report Mon., Aug. 5Faculty on 175 Day Contract Report Mon., Aug. 12Faculty Workshop Mon.-Fri., Aug. 12-16Classes begin on campus . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mon., Aug. 19Last Day to Register for Classes Fri., Aug. 23Labor Day Holiday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mon., Sept. 2Late Start Classes Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mon.-Tues., Sept. 23-24Last Day to Receive "W" in Term I Mon., Sept. 30Fall Holiday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mon.-Tues., Oct. 7-8Mid Semester Grades Due Wed., Oct. 16Term II Classes Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mon., Oct. 14December Graduation Application Deadline Fri., Oct. 25Last Day to Receive “W” Tues., Nov. 19Last Day to Receive “W” in Late Start Classes Mon., Nov. 25Thanksgiving Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wed.-Sat., Nov. 27-30Classes Resume Mon., Dec. 2Last Day to Receive “W” in Term II Classes Mon., Dec. 2Final Examinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mon.-Thurs., Dec. 9-12Faculty Work Day (Final Grades Due 10 a.m.) Fri., Dec. 13Graduation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fri., Dec. 13_________________________________________SPRING 2014Faculty Workshop Mon.-Fri., Jan. 6-10Classes Begin on Campus. . . . . . . . . . . . . Mon., Jan. 13Last Day to Register Fri., Jan. 17Martin Luther King Holiday . . . . . . . . . . . Mon., Jan. 20Late Start Classes Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mon., Feb. 17Last Day to Receive “W” in Term I Classes Mon., Feb. 21Mid Semester Break (Spring Break) . . . . . . Mon. – Sat., March 10-15Term II Classes Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mon., March 17Mid Semester Grades Due Mon., March 17May Graduation Application Deadline Fri., April 4Last Day to Receive “W’ Thurs., April 24Easter Holiday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fri.-Mon., April 18-21Last Day to Receive “W” in Late Start Classes Mon., April 28Last Day to Receive “W” in Term II Classes Mon., April 28Final Examinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mon.-Thurs, May 12-16Final Grades Due (10 a.m.) Fri., May 16Graduation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fri., May 16Faculty on 175 Day Contract Completed Tues., May 22Faculty on 185 Day Contract Completed Tues., May 29Faculty on 195 Day Contract Completed Tues., June 5_________________________________________SUMMER 2014DAY TERM IClasses Begin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tues., May 27Last Day to Register Wed., May 28Last Day to Receive “W” Fri., June 20Last Day to Apply for Summer Graduation Fri., June 27Final Examinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thurs., June 26Grades Due (10 a.m.) Fri., June 27DAY TERM IIClasses Begin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mon., June 30Last Day to Register Tues., July 1Independence Day Holiday . . . . . . . . . . . Fri., July 4Last Day to Receive “W” Fri., July 25Final Examinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thurs., July 31Grades Due (10 a.m.) Fri., Aug. 1Graduation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fri., Aug. 1Full Day Term Classes meet entire summerClasses begin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tues., May 27Last Day to Register Wed., May 28Last Day to Apply for Summer Graduation Fri., June 27Independence Day Holiday . . . . . . . . . . . Fri., July 4Last Day to Receive “W” Wed., July 16Final Examinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thurs., July 31Grades Due (10 a.m.) Fri., Aug. 1Graduation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fri., Aug. 1Evening Term Classes meet 2 nights/week for 3 hours/night for 8 weeksClasses Begin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tues., May 27Last Day to Register Fri., May 30Last Day to Apply for Summer Graduation Fri., June 27Independence Day Holiday . . . . . . . . . . . Fri., July 4Last Day to Receive “W” Wed., July 16Final Examinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tues.-Wed., July 22-23Grades Due (10 a.m.) Fri., July 25Graduation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fri., Aug. 1Important dates for Mississippi Virtual CommunityCollege (online) classes may be viewed at:http://www.msvcc.org/PortalSite/Calendar.htm2 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 Catalog

Section 1Introductionand informationMeridian Community CollegeCatalog 2013 - 2014CelebratingWelcome to MCC from the President 4Need More Information? 5History of Meridian Community College 5Mission and Accreditation 5Campus Map 63

Welcome from the PresidentYour interest in Meridian Community College showsme that you have taken a major step toward insuringyour future success. If you are looking for a collegewith a proven record of successful graduates, taughtby a superlative faculty and supported by a caring,helpful staff, then you’ve definitely come to the rightplace! Whether your ultimate goal is to transfer to asenior college or university or to get on the fast track insecuring a solid entry-level job, you can be assured thatMCC’s faculty and staff will do all they can to assist you.At MCC, we endeavor to offer a curriculum thatenables each student to pursue a field befitting his/her particular talents and aspirations. Besides thetraditional academic (university parallel) program, MCChas some 49 career and technical program optionsfor students, ranging from nursing to commercialtruck driving. And for those who can’t necessarily takeadvantage of traditional classroom opportunities, MCCoffers a wide variety of on-line (E-learning ) courses thatvirtually enable students to pursue degrees on theirhome computer.I hope you will visit our campus soon. MCC is a collegethat’s just the right size. We’re big enough to offer youa complete college experience, both curricular andextracurricular. Yet, we’re small enough to insure thatour students don’t get lost in the crowd. At MCC, wedon’t think of our students as numbers in a computer.We strive to treat them as members of our family.This catalog is an important tool for prospective studentsand for those who are already enrolled. I encourageyou to read it carefully so that you’ll be familiar withguidelines that will help you be successful in your collegeexperience. But remember, if you can’t find the answeryou’re seeking in this catalog, then our faculty and staffare here to help you. We were all students once andremember what it was like to have many questions aboutcollege. So don’t be afraid to ask questions. That’s what weare here for—to help you!If there is anything that I can do as your President topersonally assist you in reaching your goals, please don’thesitate to seek me out. The only reason I have a job is toserve students like you, and I try very hard never to forgetthat.Best of luck and welcome to MCC!Scott D. ElliottPresident, Meridian Community CollegeCelebrating4 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 CatalogNeed More Information?Meridian Community College seeks to serve this communityin the best way possible. The people listed below can assistprospective students in accessing information. Inquiriesmay be sent to :Meridian Community College, 910 Highway 19 North,Meridian, MS 39307-5890. The telephone number is601-483-8241 or toll free 1-800-MCC-THE-1. The fax numberis 601-484-8701 (Hardin Hall) or 601-484-8635 (Ivy Hall).Academic Programs . . . . . . . . . . . Michael ThompsonDean of Academic AffairsAdmissions/Recruitment . . . . . . . . . . . Angela PayneAdmissions DirectorAdult Basic Education/GED . . . . . . . . Jennifer WhitlockAdult Education DirectorAdvising/Registration . . . . . . . . .Deanna Wilson SmithAdvising and Retention DirectorAthletic Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sander AtkinsonAthletic DirectorBusiness Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amy BrandAssociate Vice President for FinanceCampus Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adrian Shana CrossCampus Life DirectorCareer and Technical Programs . . . . . Dr. Richie McAlisterAssociate Vice President for Workforce EducationCareer Development Center . . . . . . . . . Darlene MayattCareer Center DirectorCommunity and Business Development.. . . Janet HeggieDean of Community & Business DevelopmentDisabled Student Services . . . . . . . . . . . . Kim NcNeelCareer Technical Support Services CoordinatorE-Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dr. Krista LeBrunDirector of E-LearningEvening Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ginger CrawfordEvening Services CoordinatorFinancial Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nedra BradleyFinancial Aid DirectorFitness Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wade HeggieFitness Center DirectorLifetime Quest /Arts and Letters Series. . . . . . . Leia HillCoordinatorMCC Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kathy BrookshireInstitutional Advancement DirectorPublications, Public Relations . . . . . . . . . . Kay ThomasPromotions CoordinatorResidence Life. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stanley TriplettHousing DirectorScholarships. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LaDonna RoweState Grants/Scholarships CoordinatorSingle Parent/Homemaker Services . . . . Brenda FortsonCareer Technical Support Services CoordinatorStudent Success Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jade ParkesSuccess Center DirectorTranscripts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ashley Joneswww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community Registrar College • 2013-2014 CatalogGeneral InformationHistory of Meridian Community CollegeFounded in 1937 as the “13th and 14th grades” at Meridian High School, Meridian CommunityCollege is the only one of Mississippi’s 15 public community colleges to originate throughthe initiative of a local school system. MCC began as the vision of Dr. H.M. Ivy (1884-1977),superintendent of the Meridian Separate School District in the 1930s. The College, then known asMeridian Junior College, operated at Meridian High School until 1965 when the College moved to itspresent location.In 1970, the College merged with the historically African-American T.J. Harris Junior College as aresult of a federal court order to the Meridian Municipal Separate School System. More than 400students and faculty joined the MJC campus from Harris that year.Meridian Junior College made its final break with Meridian Public Schools by establishing its owndistrict and Board of Trustees in 1980.As part of its 50th anniversary celebration, the College changed its name to Meridian CommunityCollege to more accurately reflect its mission and the diversity of opportunities it provides for agrowing community area.Dr. William F. “Bill” Scaggs became MCC’s first official president in 1968 and served in that capacityuntil the fall of 1998. Under Dr. Scaggs’ leadership, the College engaged in an impressive capitalimprovements program, adding several buildings to its physical plant and continuously expandingits Career and Technical Education and academic programs. He guided the establishment of TheMCC Foundation, and became one of the state’s leaders in educational technology. Upon Dr. Scaggs’retirement, MCC’s baseball facility was named “William F. Scaggs Field” in recognition of not only hisconsiderable contributions to the College but also his abiding love for the national pastime.Mission of Meridian Community CollegeMeridian Community College is a public institution of higher learning dedicated to improving thequality of life in Lauderdale County, Mississippi, and surrounding areas.Through campus-based and distance education programming, MCC serves a diverse studentpopulation and accomplishes its mission by providing equal access to:• Courses leading to the Associate in Arts Degree and/or transfer to senior collegesand universities;• Associate of Applied Science Degree and occupational certificate programs and customizedworkforce training, leading to entry-level and/or enhanced employment opportunities;• Continuing education courses designed for personal and/or professional enrichment, studentsupport services, cultural enrichment events, and adult basic and developmental educationprograms designed to equip students for expanded opportunities.AccreditationMeridian Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and SchoolsCommission on Colleges to award the Associate in Arts and the Associate of Applied Science Degrees.Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Meridian Community College.MCC holds membership in the American Association of Community Colleges, the MississippiCommunity and Junior College Association, the Mississippi Association of Colleges and the SouthernAssociation of Community and Junior Colleges. Additionally, MCC is officially recognized by variousoccupational accrediting agencies, such as the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission,61 Broadway, New York, New York 10006, telephone 212- 363-5555.5

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section 2Admissions andRegistrationMeridian Community CollegeCatalog 2013 - 2014CelebratingAdmission Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . 8Non-Degree and Non-credit Admission . . .9International Student Admission . . . . . . 10Dual Credit/Enrollment . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Admission/Placement Testing. . . . . . . . 11Residence Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Technical Advanced Placement Credit . . . 13E-Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Withdrawal from MCC. . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

AdmissionsMeridian Community College is committed toproviding excellent post-secondary educationalopportunities. MCC does not exclude fromparticipation in, deny the benefits of, or otherwisediscriminate against any person in any program oractivity of the College on the basis of race, religion,color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. This isin compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of1964; Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972 ofthe Higher Education Act; the Age DiscriminationAct of 1975; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Actof 1973, as amended, and the Americans withDisabilities Act of 1990 (ADA).For information regarding Title IX, Section 504, orthe ADA, contact the Dean of Student Services.General Admission RequirementsMCC ascribes to an “open admissions” policyconsistent with all appertaining laws.Students seeking admission to MCC must submitthe following:• A completed Application for Admission.• An official high school transcript from a highschool accredited by a state or regional accreditingagency. The high school transcript must show thedate of graduation and the high-school principal’ssignature. A student may present a GeneralEducational Development (GED) transcript in lieuof a high school transcript.• A copy of the student’s scores from a nationalAmerican College Test (ACT) or on the ACCUPLACERtest. ACCUPLACER is a computer-based test whichis administered in the MCC Admissions Office.Although a minimum score is not required foradmission to MCC, test scores are required as theyare used to determine course and/or programplacement.Home-schooled students must present an officialtranscript with a graduation date and a listingof specific courses completed from a recognizedhome school agency. If no such document isavailable, the parent of the home-schooledstudent may present an official transcript withthe date of graduation and with a notarizedsworn affidavit stating that the student’s recordis accurate and complete.Any correspondence or online courses used tomeet high-school graduation requirementsmust come from an institution accredited by theDistance Education Training Council (DETC) or astate or regional accrediting agency.Students who are 21 years of age or older andwho do not have a high school diploma or GEDmay enroll in Meridian Community College bycompleting the Application for Admission andby making a satisfactory score on an Ability toBenefit test as designated by the U.S. Departmentof Education.Admission to the College does not insureadmission into a particular program ofstudy. Some of the programs of study arecompetitive and require additional screeningprior to program admission. Academic advisorsprovide students with admission criteria for eachprogram of study.The Admissions Office will inform each student inwriting of his/her acceptance to MCC.ReadmissionMCC students who did not attend during theprior semester (not including summer terms)are considered readmission students and mustsubmit a new Application for Admission upontheir return to MCC. Students who attendedanother college since attending MCC must submitan official transcript from that college to theMCC Admissions Office. Academic standing ofreadmission students will be based upon theiracademic performance during the last enrollmentat MCC and/or another college. Readmissionapplicants are admitted in “good standing” or on“academic probation.” In order to be admitted in“good standing,” a student must have completedthe last semester of enrollment with a 2.0 gradepoint average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale.Declaration ofAcademic Fresh Start PolicySome students, who have not attended MCC forat least four semesters (not including summerterms), may be faced with a deficit in qualitypoints and a low GPA because of their prioracademic record. Sometimes the deficit in earliergrades is such that it prevents these students fromgraduating. The Declaration of Academic FreshStart Policy addresses this situation.Upon written request via the Declaration ofAcademic Fresh Start form and subsequentapproval, a student’s previous grades at MCC maybe eliminated from consideration in calculatingthe local GPA for graduation purposes. Theguidelines are1. Academic Fresh Start is defined as theelimination from consideration of all instructional(academic/career and technical) work completedat MCC prior to the point of re-enrollment for thepurpose of calculating local GPA and assessinggraduation status except for designated savedcredits up to a maximum of 15 semester hours.Once Academic Fresh Start has been declared,discounted work will not be considered towardcalculating local GPA from that date forwardexcept for approved saved credits. No grades willbe removed from the student’s academic record.2. A student who is granted Academic FreshStart will be allowed to save or bring forward amaximum of 15 semester hours to be used towardgraduation requirements. The decision as towhich classes will be saved and carried forwardmust be made at the time Academic Fresh Startis declared. Credit will be awarded for the savedcourses and the actual grades earned will beincluded in GPA calculations.3. A minimum of four semesters (not includingsummer terms) must have lapsed from the endof the most recent semester of enrollment at MCCprior to the Academic Fresh Start declaration.4. The student must complete a Declaration ofAcademic Fresh Start form with an advisor andthe advisor will then submit the completed formto the Registrar’s Office.5. Academic Fresh Start can be declared onlyonce at MCC.6. Students will be advised that other colleges/universities to which they may transfer may ormay not honor the change in GPA resulting froma Declaration of Academic Fresh Start.7. Students who have had more than one foursemesterlapse between periods of enrollmentmay elect to declare Academic Fresh Start for oneor more of those periods, provided that once theAcademic Fresh Start is established, it will applyto all enrollments prior to that time.8. Students who are approved for Academic FreshStart will be eligible for academic honors andmembership in Phi Theta Kappa provided theirsubsequent GPA qualifies them for such honors.Transfer AdmissionsStudents transferring to MCC from anothercollege or university will be required to submitthe following:• A completed Application for Admission.• An official high school transcript from a highschool accredited by a state or regional accreditingagency. The high school transcript must show thedate of graduation and the high-school principal’ssignature. A student may present a GeneralEducational Development (GED) transcript in lieuof a high school transcript.• A copy of the student’s scores from a nationalAmerican College Test (ACT) or on the ACCUPLACERtest. ACCUPLACER is a computer-based test whichis administered in the MCC Admissions Office.• Official transcripts from each post-secondaryinstitution attended. Having met generaladmission requirements, students who haveearned a college-degree or who have completed15 transferrable credit hours of college coursework are not required to submit a high school orGED transcript.Transfer students seeking a degree from MCCmust complete a minimum of 25% of their degreeprogram in residency at MCC and must apply forthe degree within one calendar year following thelast semester of attendance. Transfer applicantswho earned a “C” average during the last semesterof enrollment at their previous institution areadmitted in “good standing,” while applicants8 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 Catalogwho earned less than a “C” semester averageare admitted on “academic probation.” In orderto attain good standing, students admitted on“academic probation” must earn a 2.00 semestergrade point average on a 4.00 scale, whiletaking at least six semester hours during theprobationary semester. Failure to attain a 2.00semester GPA for the probationary semester atMCC will result in suspension for one semester.Students seeking to transfer admission into aCareer and Technical program must be in goodstanding in the program from which they aretransferring.Students who are not eligible for immediatereadmission to the school from which they aretransferring may appeal for admission to MCC.The appeal should be made in writing to the Deanof Student Services.Transient StudentsTransfer students who wish to attend MCCfor a single semester and then return to theirformer institution are classified as transientstudents. Transient students must complete thefollowing:• A completed Application for Admission.• An official high school transcript from a highschool accredited by a state or regional accreditingagency. The high school transcript must show thedate of graduation and the high-school principal’ssignature. A student may present a GeneralEducational Development (GED) transcript in lieuof a high school transcript.• Official copies from each post-secondaryinstitution attended or a letter of good standingfrom their previous college. Having met generaladmission requirements, students who haveearned a college-degree or who have completed15 transferrable credit hours of college coursework are not required to submit a high school orGED transcript.• A copy of the student’s scores from a nationalAmerican College Test (ACT) or on the ACCUPLACERtest. ACCUPLACER is a computer-based test whichis administered in the MCC Admissions Office.Although a minimum score is not required foradmission to MCC, test scores are required as theyare used to determine course and/or programplacement.Admissions and Registration_____________________________Non-degree AdmissionA student who takes courses for credit, but whois not currently seeking a degree from MCC willbe classified as a non-degree student. Coursesfor non-degree students will be transcripted,as they are for a degree-seeking student, andregular tuition will be charged. These studentsmust submit the same admission documents asdegree-seeking students:• A completed Application for Admission.• An official high school transcript from a highschool accredited by a state or regional accreditingagency. This transcript must show the dateof graduation and the high-school principal’ssignature. A student may present a GED transcriptin lieu of a high school transcript.• Placement scores may be necessary for courseor program placement.• Official transcripts from each post-secondaryinstitution attended. Having met generaladmission requirements, students who haveearned a college-degree or who have completed15 transferrable credit hours of college coursework are not required to submit a high school orGED transcript.__________________________Audit RegistrationAlthough MCC admits students as degree or nondegreestatus, a student may register for a college,credit-bearing course for personal enrichmentor enjoyment without earning college credit. Inthese cases, the student is classified as a credit(CR) to audit (AU) registered student. If a studentis only registered for audit course work and isnot concurrently registered for any other collegecourses for credit the student need only to submit:• A completed Application for Admission.• A completed “Credit to Audit Change Form” foreach course.Students should note that financial aid is notavailable for credit courses taken for audit (AU).For more information on audit coursework, seethe audit coursework policy within the academicsection of this catalog.9

Admissions and RegistrationAdmissions and Registration_____________________________InternationalStudent AdmissionMCC considers for admission internationalstudents as freshmen and transfer students. Allinternational student admission requirementsmust be completed by the application deadlineof the beginning of the semester of interest.These admission requirements include completedforms required by MCC and the Immigrationand Naturalization Service of the UnitedStates Department of Justice. All forms andcorrespondence with the college must besubmitted in English.The international student seeking admission toMCC must submit these documents:• An International Student Application forAdmission.• A copy of student's valid passport.• A certified, translated and official transcript ofthe secondary scholastic record which includes agraduation or completion date.• Officially certified, translated, and evaluatedcollege transcripts from all non-U.S. collegesattended, if applicable.• Official college transcripts from all US collegesattended if the student is transferring from withinthe United States to MCC. Students applying fortransfer from institutions within the United Statesmust submit an International Student TransferForm completed by their current internationalstudent advisor before they may be considered fortransfer, and they must be eligible for immediatere-admission to that institution.• Evidence of proficiency in the English language.Proficiency may be demonstrated by an AmericanCollege Test (ACT) composite score of 18, aminimum score of 500 on the Test of English asa Foreign Language (TOEFL), or a minimumscore of 173 on the computer-based TOEFL ora minimum score of 61 on the Internet-basedTOEFL. Official test scores should be sent directlyto Meridian Community College from the ACT orTOEFL testing center.• A completed Affidavit of Support formreflecting evidence of sufficient financial meansto cover college and personal expenditures whilein attendance. The affidavit must be certifiedand translated by a financial institution officialor financial sponsor and must be accompaniedby supporting bank documents including afinancial statement printed on the stationary ofthe financial institution.• MCC provides limited health insurance uponstudent enrollment. Additional health coverageis recommended.International students must submit thesedocuments to the MCC Admissions Office prior tothe issuance of an I-20 document. Internationalstudents are required to enroll in, and maintainenrollment in, a minimum of 12 credit hoursduring each semester of study.Dual Credit/Enrollmentand Early EnrollmentStudents who are currently attending high schoolmay earn dual credit or be dually enrolled inacademic courses at MCC provided they have:• Earned fourteen core high school units and/orhigh school junior status as documented by anofficial high school transcript,• Maintained a 3.00 grade point average (GPA) ona 4.00 grading scale or better on all high schoolcourses as documented by an official high schooltranscript, and• Received an unconditional writtenrecommendation from their high school principaland/or high school counselor and signed parentconsent.Students who are not classified as a junior orwho have not earned fourteen core high schoolunits, may enroll at MCC as dual credit or duallyenrolledstudents if they have a 30 or higheron the ACT in additional to the 3.0 GPA andthe unconditional high-school principal and/or counselor recommendation and with signedparent consent.Under MCC’s Early Admission program, a studentwho is classified as a junior or senior by theirschool as documented by their official high schooltranscript and has earned an ACT composite of26 may enroll as a full-time student provided aprincipal or guidance counselor recommends thatit is in the best educational interest of the studentand the student provides signed parental consent.NOTE: Home-schooled students must presentan official transcript with a listing of specificcourses completed from a recognized homeschool agency. If no such document is available,the parent of the home-schooled student maypresent an official transcript with a notarizedsworn affidavit stating that the student’s recordis accurate in order to meet the requirementsstated above.Students who are currently attending high schoolmay earn dual credit or be dually enrolled in careerand technical education (CTE) courses at MCCprovided they have:• Been classified as a sophomore, junior or seniorby their high school, as documented by an officialhigh school transcript.• Received an unconditional writtenrecommendation from their high school principaland/or high school counselor with signedparental consent.• Been granted acceptance into a CTE coursefrom an MCC CTE instructor based on a studentinterview.All Dual Credit/Enrollment and Early Enrollmentstudents must:• Submit a completed MCC Application forAdmission.• Submit a completed Dual Credit/Enrollment/Early Admission Application and RecommendationForm.• Submit an official high school transcript eachacademic year of enrollment.• Provide ACT or Accuplacer scores. Placementscores may be necessary for course or programplacement. All students must meet MCC individualcourse placement requirements and prerequisitesprior to enrollment.For courses to be counted for secondary credit, a Baverage must be maintained during the first two(2) courses and all thereafter.Students should be aware that they mustmaintain a 2.0 GPA or higher in dual credit classesto be eligible for financial aid at MCC. Remedialcollege coursework is ineligible for dual creditconsideration for academic courses at MCC.Special AdmissionsMCC enters into contractual agreementsfor educational services with an agency ororganization where special admission may begranted to individuals participating in courses oractivities covered by the contractual agreement.The Director of Admissions must approve requestsfor this type of special admission.Admission/Placement TestingStudents will be provided the opportunities forlearning experiences, e.g. developmental courses,counseling, tutorial assistance, etc., that will helpthem to succeed in achieving their educationalgoals. To best position students to reach theirgoals, MCC uses relevant diagnostic instrumentsto determine the strengths and needs of studentsin order to assist in the selection of the mostappropriate program and/or course options.MCC uses the American College Test (ACT),enhanced version, and the ACCUPLACERassessment for course placement purposes. Theenhanced ACT was used beginning in October1989. ACT scores posted prior to October 1989may be used, but students are also urged totake ACCUPLACER on campus for a more currentassessment of their skills.ACCUPLACER is a computer-based assessmentgiven in the testing center of the AdmissionsOffice in Ivy Hall. Prospective or enrolled studentsmay take ACCUPLACER multiple times at 90-dayintervals.All students seeking admission to the AssociateDegree Nursing (ADN) or the Physical TherapistAssistant (PTA) programs must submit a nationalACT score. The ACCUPLACER test score cannot beused as consideration for admission into the ADNor PTA programs._____________________________Residence StatusMCC adheres to the following definitions in regardto a prospective student’s residency:• Residence of a minor student (one less than21 years of age) will be defined to be that ofeither parent. If both parents are deceased,the residence will be that of the last survivingparent. If the minor lives with a court-appointed10 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 Catalogguardian, the residence of the minor will be thesame as that of the guardian.• Residence of an adult 21 years or older will bethat place where he/she is actually living with theintention of remaining there indefinitely.• Residence of a married student will be that ofthe student’s spouse or may be claimed to beindependent of the spouse.Students must provide at least two documents asproof of legal residency when seeking Mississippituition costs. Admissions staff can provide alisting of documents that qualify as acceptabledocumentation of proof of residency.These residency definitions are consistent withlaws enacted by the Legislature of the State ofMississippi.Residency Status of MilitaryPersonnel and DependentsMembers of the United States Armed Forces onextended active duty and stationed within theState of Mississippi and members of the MississippiNational Guard may be classified as residents forthe purpose of attendance of state-supportedinstitutions of higher learning and communityand/or junior colleges of the State of Mississippi.Resident status of such military personnel whoare not legal residents of Mississippi (as definedabove), shall terminate upon their reassignmentfor duty in the continental United States outsidethe State of Mississippi.Resident status of a spouse or child of the ArmedForces of the United States on extended activeduty shall be that of the military spouse or parentfor the purpose of attending state-supportedinstitutions of higher learning and community/junior colleges of the State of Mississippi duringthe time that the military spouse or parentis stationed within the State of Mississippiand shall be continued through the time thatmilitary spouse or parent is stationed in anoverseas area with last duty assignment withinthe State of Mississippi, excepting temporarytraining assignments enroute from Mississippi.Resident status of a minor child terminatesupon reassignment under Permanent Change ofStation Orders of their military parent for duty inAdmissions and Registrationthe continental United States outside the Stateof Mississippi, excepting temporary trainingassignments en route from Mississippi, and exceptthat children of members of the Armed Forces whoattain Mississippi residency in accordance withthe above provision, who begin and completetheir senior year of high school in Mississippi, andwho enroll full time in a Mississippi institutionof higher learning or community/junior collegeto begin studies in the fall after their graduationfrom high school, maintain their residency statusso long as they remain enrolled as a student ingood standing at a Mississippi institution of higherlearning or community/junior college. Enrollmentduring summer school is required to maintainsuch resident status.Students must provide at least two documents asproof of legal residency when seeking Mississippituition costs. Admissions staff can provide alisting of documents that qualify as acceptabledocumentation of proof of residency.Admission AppealsAn admission/placement decision by the Directorof Admissions may be appealed to the Dean ofStudent Services. An appeal of an AdmissionsCommittee decision regarding placement in aspecific education program or a ruling by theDean of Student Services may be appealed to aFaculty Committee approved by the Vice Presidentof Operations. A ruling of the Faculty Committeemay be appealed to the President of MCC. ThePresident’s ruling is final.Transfer CreditA student may apply forty-six (46) transfer creditstoward the completion of an MCC Associatedegree program provided the credits correspondto those of the MCC curriculum. Once a collegetranscript is received by the Registrar’s office,the transcript is evaluated and credits which areofficially accepted are posted to the student’s MCCtranscript. Questions regarding the transferabilityof courses should be directed to the Registrar’soffice.To be officially accepted, transfer work must meetthe following guidelines:1) Credits must be earned at a state or regionallyaccredited institution.11

Admissions and RegistrationAdmissions and Registration2) The course must be equivalent to the course offered at MCC as determinedby the appropriate division chair or program coordinator.3) A grade of “D” or better must have been earned in the course. When a “D” isused to meet a degree requirement, the student’s degree GPA (calculated onall courses used to earn an MCC degree or certificate) must be 2.00 or higher.Although a course with a grade of “D” may be officially accepted by MCC, foradmission to a particular program, a grade of “C” or higher may be required.4) Technical courses are accepted if:a. In the judgment of the program faculty, the course content is consistentwith the content of the course(s) offered at MCC. A written and skillstest may be required to validate transfer course(s) competencies.b. A student has completed the course(s) with a grade of “C” or better ata regionally accredited institution within the past five years.c. For Dental Hygiene courses, the courses have been completed withinthe past two years.d. The credit is not awarded in the final semester of a program.College-Level Examination Program (CLEP)Meridian Community College welcomes students from a wide variety ofbackgrounds and learning experiences. Some students come to MCC with afirm grounding in a number of disciplines. MCC recognizes and honors theirprior learning by accepting College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) tests,which measure a student’s mastery of college-level, introductory coursecontent in a wide range of subjects. Students meeting the credit-grantingscore in any of the tests listed below will be granted course credit and a gradeof ‘P’ will be entered on their transcript.Examination Credit-granting Credit Equivalentscore Granted CourseAmerican Literature 50 6 hours ENG 2223, 2233College Composition 50 3 hours ENG 1113College CompositionModular with Essay 50 3 hours ENG 1123English Literature 50 6 hours ENG 2323, 2333Humanities 50 3 hours HUM 1113College Mathematics 50 3 hours MAT 1313Biology 50 6 hours BIO 1133, 1143Chemistry 50 6 hours CHE 1213, 1223Calculus with ElementaryFunctions 50 3 hours MAT 1613Natural Sciences 50 6 hours Nonlab. Science ElectiveFrench, Level I 50 6 hours MFL 1113, 112359 12 hours MFL 1113, 1123,2113, 2123Spanish, Level I 50 6 hours MFL 1213, 122363 12 hours MFL 1213, 1223,2213, 2223American Government 50 3 hours PSC 1113US History I 50 3 hours HIS 2213US History II 50 3 hours HIS 2223Human Grwth/Devlp 50 3 hours EPY 2533Economics I (Macro) 50 3 hours ECO 2113Economics II (Micro) 50 3 hours ECO 2123Psychology 50 3 hours PSY 1513Social Sci/History 50 6 hours Soc Science ElectivesSociology 50 3 hours SOC 2113Western Civ I 50 3 hours HIS 1163Western Civ II 50 3 hours HIS 1173Business Law 50 3 hours BAD 2413Info Sys/Comp Apps 50 3 hours CSC 1113Students may earn CLEP credit at MCC only in courses taught at MCC. Themaximum number of CLEP credits that may be earned is 45 semester hoursper student. To receive CLEP credit through MCC, a student must be enrolledin MCC courses.Students who transfer to MCC after earning CLEP credit through anotherinstitution will have that credit posted to the student’s MCC transcript if thetransferring institution’s score requirement for credit is equivalent to MCC’s.If such a determination cannot be made without an official CLEP score report,then it will be the responsibility of the student to have an official copy of theirscores sent to MCC.Advanced Placement CreditMCC students may be granted credit for their scores on the AdvancedPlacement (AP) Examination of the College Entrance Examination Board.A grade of ‘P’ will appear on the transcript for courses in which advancedplacement credit is earned. These grades will not affect the MCC grade pointaverage. The program coordinator or the Registrar determines applicabilityof such credit to a particular program of study.Students may be granted a maximum of 18 semester hours of AP credittoward an MCC degree or certificate. Only eight semester hours (two courses)may be granted in a single subject area. Students planning to transfer to auniversity should consult that institution’s catalog concerning its policy onthe acceptance of AP credit. Students transferring to MCC must supply officialcopies of any AP scores for which they have been awarded credit. The Registraris responsible for awarding credit for Advanced Placement courses. Credit willbe given for both native and transfer students according to the following table:AP Examination Score Hrs. credit MCC CoursesLanguage & Composition 3 3 English Comp. I(ENG 1113)Language & Composition 4 or 5 6 English Comp. I, II(ENG 1113, 1123)Mathematics, AB Exam 3, 4, or 5 3 Calculus I (MAT 1613)Mathematics, BC Exam 3 3 Calculus I (MAT 1613)Mathematics, BC Exam 4 or 5 6 Calculus I, II(MAT 1613, 1623)Biological Science 4 4 General Biology I(BIO 1134)Biological Science 5 8 Biology I, II(BIO 1134, 1144)US History 3 3 American History I(HIS 2213)US History 4 or 5 6 American History I, II(HIS 2213, 2223)European History 3 3 World Civilization I(HIS 1163)European History 4 or 5 6 World Civilization I, II(HIS 1163, 1173)Advanced Standing ExaminationsTo earn credit through the Advanced Standing (Challenge) Examination, thestudent must be admitted to MCC in good standing. Students must enrollin the course that they intend to ‘challenge.’ Complete instructions on howto apply to take one of these exams are located in the offices of the Dean ofAcademic Affairs and the Dean of Career Technical Education. Each AdvancedStanding Examination costs $30. If the student receives a satisfactory score,he/she is charged the regular semester hour tuition for the course beingchallenged.Students who receive a “W” in a course are eligible to apply for AdvancedStanding Examinations, but no sooner than two years from the end of thesemester in which they received the withdrawal grade. Advanced StandingExaminations cannot be used to overcome an earlier failure.Admissions and RegistrationThe faculty member involved will determine the schedule for AdvancedStanding Examinations. If a student passes the examination with a grade of“C” or better, he/she is eligible for credit for the course. To actually receivethe credit on his/her transcript, the student must pay the regular tuition foreach semester hour earned.Credit for Experiential LearningStudents seeking credit for experiential learning or for a professionalcertificate may prove mastery of course content by passing an AdvancedStanding Examination. See the policy on Advanced Standing Examinations.______________________________________________Technical Advanced Placement CreditMCC offers Technical Advanced Placement (TAP) credit for certain courses inMarketing, Business and Office Technology, Drafting and Design Technology,Hotel and Restaurant Management Technology, Computer ProgrammingTechnology, and Early Childhood Education Technology. Electronics Technologyand Practical Nursing do not offer TAP credit, but do offer exemptions ofspecific skills, labs or lectures. The purpose of TAP is to help students who dowell in high school courses earn college credit. In order to receive TAP credit,the student must have taken specific vocational/technical and/or academiccourses in high school that have articulated, coordinating programs at MCC.Students who are enrolled in BOT, MMT, EET, or DDT and who participatedin Work-Based Learning courses in high school will be allowed to enter theWork-Based Learning Program at MCC at the freshman level (WBL 1913).Credit for Military LearningIf a person is attending college after a period of active duty in the armed forces,he/she may be eligible to receive undergraduate college credit according tothe following guidelines. Application for the evaluation of these credits canbe made through the Registrar’s Office.1. For four months of active duty, students receive two credit hours inphysical education.2. For six months of active duty, students receive four credit hours in physicaleducation.3. For a year or longer of active duty, students receive four semester hours ofphysical education and three semester hours for Personal and CommunityHygiene (HPR 1213) for a maximum of seven semester hours.4. For military service schools, students may earn credit as recommendedin the American Council on Education (ACE) Guide. Credit is awarded basedon the relevancy of the military training to the degree that is being pursued.Credit for Foreign TravelMCC recognizes the value of foreign study and awards college credit for studyabroad to students who meet the following conditions. The students must:• Be a high school graduate.• Obtain prior approval by the Dean of Academic Affairs.• Complete the study no earlier than the summer preceding the fall term forwhich he/she has initially enrolled.12 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 Catalog13

Admissions and Registration• Receive a grade of A, B, or C on the certificateissued by the sponsoring agency for such study.• Request in writing to the Registrar that suchcredit be granted.MCC awards credit on the basis of one semesterhour credit for each week of full-time study/travel,etc. A maximum of six semester credit hours isallowed for overseas study.Registering for ClassesMCC students schedule their courses with theiracademic advisors. Academic advisementcontinues throughout the semester, with theactual registration being done several weeksprior to the start of each term. Returningstudents are able to register themselves onlinethrough Eaglenet after they confer with theiradvisors. Notices posted around campus andin the printed schedule of classes give detailedregistration times.A schedule of classes is made available to studentseach semester on the MCC website. Studentsare urged to determine the classes they needfor their particular program of study and to beprepared to discuss those courses with theiradvisors. While advisors will assist students incourse selection, the ultimate responsibility fora student’s educational program rests with thestudent himself.To be classified as a full-time student, a personmust register for at least 12 semester credit hours.Students with fewer than 28 semester hoursof earned credit are referred to as “freshmen,”while those with 28 or more semester hours areclassified as “sophomores.” The maximum loadfor a first-term freshman is 18 hours. The averageload for a typical student is 15-17 semester hours.This course load enables the student to complete atwo-year educational program in two years._____________________________E-LearningMCC recognizes the needs of students who,because of various time or space barriers, cannotattend courses in the traditional classroomsetting. Through the use of the Internet, broadcasttelevision (ETV) and local cable programming,MCC students have the opportunity to receiveclasses at their home or office. MCC providesa growing number of credit and non-creditcourses through e-learning deliveries. MCC isan active participant in the Mississippi VirtualCommunity College (MSVCC), an online effort ofthe public Mississippi community colleges, furtherincreasing the number of Internet-based coursesthat are available.Faculty and students participating in e-learningcourses interact through phone, e-mail, discussionboards, chat rooms, and face-to-face meetings.These courses meet the same educationalrequirements as the traditional classroom, justin a more flexible format.Admission/registration procedures for e-learningcourses are the same as outlined for the traditionalclasses. Cost for e- learning courses is maintainedat the same rate as the traditional courses withthe exception of a $15 per course registration fee.Textbooks for e-learning students are availablefor MCC-originated courses in the MCC Bookstorelocated in Ivy Hall. MCC Bookstore staff willassist students in obtaining books for coursesoriginating from other schools.Prior to registering for an e-learning course, MCCstrongly recommends that students visit thee-learning web-site at http://www.meridiancc.edu/elearning and consult with an advisor todetermine if e-learning is a viable alternative.Schedule ChangesPrior to the end of the first week of classes for anysemester, students may add or drop classes onlinethrough Eaglenet. After the first week of classes,students may request to add a class through theinstructor. However, students are not normallypermitted to add a course after the second week ofa semester. If a student drops a course prior tothestart first week of the class, no record of the courseappears on the student’s transcript.Schedule changes are not ordinarily allowedfrom the third through the seventh week of thesemester. Any courses dropped after the secondweek through the 14th week of the semester willresult in a “W” being recorded on the student’stranscript. No student-initiated schedule changeswill be allowed after the 14th week of thesemester. In rare cases of dropping after the 14thweek, the student will receive the grade earned inaccordance with the grading policy as publishedin the “First Day Handout” for the course.Specific dates for dropping and adding courses arelisted on the academic calendars in the catalog._____________________________Withdrawing from MCCIt is the student’s responsibility to officiallywithdraw from any and all courses. The studentshould contact the instructor (in person, byphone or via email) to discuss the decision towithdraw. To withdraw from any or all courses(including online courses) at MCC, students shouldcomplete the “Request to be Dropped from aClass” form found on Eaglenet. The request mustbe submitted by the withdrawal deadline. Referto the Academic Calendar in the online catalog atwww.meridiancc.edu for withdrawal deadlines.The student should review the attendance policyfor each course; each class attendance policy stillapplies.14 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 Catalog

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Academic InformationAcademic Information_____________________________Academic GradesAll academic grades are included when computingsemester and cumulative grade point averages.Each grade carries the following quality pointsfor each semester hour on a 4.0 scale:Grade Interpretation Quality Point Value/Semester HourA Excellent 4.0B Good 3.0C Average 2.0D Poor 1.0F Failure 0.0I Incomplete 0.0The college standard for assigning grades is:A = 93-100B = 85-92C = 75-84D = 68-74F = below 68There are some courses or programs for whichthis grading scale is unsuitable. Therefore facultymembers will provide their grading scales on thefirst day handout.The grade of “I” may be given at the end of thesemester only in exceptional cases when illnessor other unavoidable reasons prevent the studentfrom taking the final examination or completing amajor class project on time. The “I” becomes an “F”if requirements for completing the course are notmet by the end of the ninth week of the followingsemester (excluding summer term).Administrative grades are as follows:W - Withdrawal during the first 14 weeksof the semesterAU - Registered for audit, not creditThe temporary grade of Incomplete (“I”) and theadministrative grades are not included whencomputing semester and cumulative gradepoint averages. They may, however, be usedin computing satisfactory progress for federalfinancial aid or veterans benefits. See theexplanations under those headings.Quality Points & GPAQuality of student work is measured by “qualitypoints.” The quality points for each letter gradeare given in the previous chart. The followingprocess is used to determine a student’s gradepoint average (GPA): for each semester hourcompleted with a grade of “A,” 4 quality points aregiven; for each semester hour completed with agrade of “B,” 3 quality points are given; for eachsemester hour completed with a grade of “C,” 2quality points are given; for each semester hourcompleted with a grade of “D,” 1 quality point isgiven. Thus, a three-hour course completed witha grade of “A” gives the student 12 quality points;a four-hour course completed with a grade of “C”carries 8 quality points.A student’s GPA is determined by dividing thenumber of quality points earned by the numberof hours attempted. For example:Course Grade Sem. Hr. Quality Pts.ENG 1113 A 3 3 x 4.0 = 12BIO 1134 C 4 4 x 2.0 = 8Total 7 20The 20 quality points earned divided by the 7hours attempted equals a 2.8571 grade pointaverage (GPA).It is a requirement that each Associate in Artsdegree candidate have a 2.00 cumulative gradepoint average as well as a 2.00 GPA on all workattempted at MCC in order to graduate. Associateof Applied Science degree candidates must have a2.00 on all of their program coursework.Audit CourseworkA course taken for audit will be recorded on thestudent’s transcript as an audit (AU). The studentwill be expected to attend class and participate,as would a credit-seeking student. The studentwill neither receive credit for the course nor will itaffect the grade point average in any way. Regulartuition and fees are charged for an audited course.Students should note that neither federal, statenor institutional financial aid will pay for anaudited course.A student who wants to change a course fromcredit (CR) to audit (AU) status must submit acompleted “Credit to Audit Change Form” for eachcourse that the student wants to change to auditstatus. A student has through the 50% point ofthe course length to change the status of a coursefrom credit to audit, with the instructor’s approval.A student who has enrolled in a class for auditwill earn the non-credit grade of AU. The studentcannot change enrollment status from audit (AU)to credit (CR) once a class has started.Class AttendanceMCC students are expected to attend classregularly. Instructors are required to keepaccurate attendance records. Specific attendancerequirements for each course are determinedand enforced by the instructor and presentedin writing to the class at its first meeting. Theattendance requirements vary from instructorto instructor.It is the responsibility of the student to consultwith the instructor, in advance when possible,if an absence is inevitable. The instructor willdetermine whether an absence is excused orunexcused. Excused absences may require writtendocumentation. The instructor will also considerhow class work is to be made up and how creditfor such work will be assigned.If the student fails to attend classes for fourconsecutive day classes or two consecutive eveningclasses without making prior arrangements withthe instructor, then he/she may be droppedfrom the roll with a “W” being recorded on thestudent’s transcript. The student then has 10days to petition for reinstatement or a gradechange. The instructor is authorized to reinstatea student if he/she can justify reinstatement. Ifno reinstatement is sought, the grade of “W” willbecome permanent.Grade Review PolicyQuestions about grades received in a courseshould first be directed to the instructor. Studentshave the right to a review of a final course gradeafter the end of each semester. It is the student’sresponsibility to request the grade review inwriting to the instructor of record in the relevantcourse. The written request of the grade reviewmust be presented to the instructor within 30calendar days after the close of the final examperiod for the fall semester, within 120 calendardays after the close of the final exam period ofthe spring semester, and within 30 calendar daysafter all summer, interim, and short term courses.The instructor of record in the relevant coursewill provide a written response explaining therationale for the instructor’s decision on the finalgrade to the student requesting the review within10 calendar days. The instructor will providea copy of the written request and the writtenresponse to the appropriate division chair. Anyfurther action, if needed, will be decided upon bythe division chair and/or the appropriate dean(s).Honors CollegeThe Honors College at Meridian CommunityCollege offers academically-gifted studentsthe opportunity to enhance their educationalexperience. The Honors College is designed tocomplement the University Transfer programthrough enriched courses, development ofleadership skills, and more individualizedacademic support. Students enjoy a communityof classmates who are interested in makingthe most of their college learning experience.The Honors College provides students with theopportunity for growth as students, leaders, andstewards of the community. Students also havethe opportunity to broaden their horizons througheducational travel. Students who completegraduation requirements for the Honors Collegewill be awarded an Honors College diploma andwill be eligible to transfer into the Honors Collegeat participating Mississippi universities.To be considered for enrollment in the HonorsCollege, prospective students must meet thefollowing admission requirements:Entering freshmen must• Have a composite ACT score of 23 with nosub-score less than 18.• Have a high school GPA of 3.5.• Submit an Honors Application.• Submit two letters of recommendation withat least one from a teacher or administrator.16 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 Catalog• Conduct an interview with the admissionscommittee.Returning students must• Have completed at least 12 transferrablehours at MCC with a GPA of 3.5.• Submit an Honors Application.• Submit two letters of recommendationcompleted by MCC faculty or staff.• Conduct an interview with the admissionscommittee.Students admitted to the Honors College areexpected to set high standards for themselves,both academically and behaviorally. Studentsare required to remain enrolled full-time andmaintain a 3.25 GPA. If a student’s enrollmentfalls below full-time (12 hours), the studentmay be immediately dismissed from the HonorsCollege. If a student’s GPA drops below 3.25, he orshe will be placed on probation for one semester.If at the end of the probation period the student’sGPA is still below 3.25, he or she will be dismissedfrom the Honors College. Students who receivedisciplinary sanctions from the institution aresubject to be dismissed from the Honors College.To graduate with a diploma from the HonorsCollege, at least 15% of the hours for the degreemust be made up of honors classes. Hours earnedin the honors forums and the honors leadershipcourse will count towards this requirement. Inaddition, students must meet the followingrequirements:• Complete at least one honors class persemester.• Complete one honors forum per semester,unless otherwise approved by the academicdean.• Complete required leadership course.• Complete a cumulative total of 20 hours ofdocumented community service.For more information, contact the Office ofAcademic Affairs at 601-484-8814._____________________________Graduating from MCCMCC confers degrees during commencementexercises at the end of spring semester (May),at the end of summer term (August), and at theend of fall semester (December). A student mustcomplete a prescribed program of study to receivethe Associate in Arts Degree, Associate of AppliedScience, or one- or two-year certificate from MCC.Each student is responsible for acquaintinghimself with the requirements for graduation.A minimum of 62 semester hours is required tograduate with an Associate Degree, althoughsome programs require more than 62 hours.Specific course requirements are contained inthe Programs of Study section of this catalog.Academic advisors will assist in every waypossible, but the final responsibility formeeting all requirements for a degree ina program of study rests with the student.Students who plan to graduate and then transferto a university must maintain a 2.00 cumulativeGPA as well as a 2.00 GPA on all work attempted atMCC to graduate. Students planning to graduatein a Career and Technical Education programmust maintain a 2.00 GPA in all their programcoursework. If transfer credit is used to meetthe requirements for graduation, the transfercredit added to the MCC credit must yield at leasta 2.00 GPA.Students must complete 25% of their degreeprogram at MCC to be considered for graduation.The student must apply for the degree withinone calendar year following the last semester ofattendance; this requirement is waived for activeduty Service Members and their family members.Students in a Health Education program mustcomplete the final semester of technical coursesin residency.Applying for GraduationEach student who plans to graduate from MCCmust meet with his/her academic advisor tocomplete an application for graduation at thebeginning of the final semester of study. Forthose students who wish to participate in thegraduation ceremony, there is a commencementfee that must be paid to the Business Officeat the time of registration for the semester inwhich the degree is to be conferred. Cap andgown arrangements will be made at this time.A late commencement fee will be assessedfor applications received after the publisheddeadline. Those who do not wish to participatein the ceremony will not be required to pay a fee,17

Academic InformationAcademic Informationhowever, application deadlines still apply.Students must also pay all fees and discharge allother financial obligations to the College beforea diploma or official transcript will be issued tothe student.Every student who is to receive an Associatein Arts, Associate of Applied Science, or aCertificate from MCC is required to completea graduation application. The studentmust meet with his/her advisor (in theadvising area) to determine whether allrequirements have been met. Students areencouraged to participate in the graduation(commencement) ceremony. The studentmay participate in the commencementceremony and pay the commencement feeor choose not to participate and have thediploma mailed to him/her at no cost.Reverse Transfer PolicyFormer students may transfer work back toMeridian Community College to completedegree requirements subject to the followingrequirements and limitations:1. The reverse transfer policy applies to theAssociate in Arts degree only.2. The maximum amount of credits that may betransferred back shall be 8 credit hours.3. Coursework is subject to the guidelines setforth in the transfer credit policy, located inSection 2 of the MCC Catalog.4. The student must complete the degreerequirements and apply for the degree withinone calendar year following the last semesterof attendance at MCC.5. After this one year time limit has passed, thestudent must re-enroll at MCC and successfullycomplete one course. He/she may then applyfor graduation._____________________________President’s and Dean’s ListsMCC recognizes scholastic achievements bypublishing the President’s and Dean’s List atthe end of the fall and spring semesters. ThePresident’s List includes students carrying 12 ormore semester hours who have a grade pointaverage of 4.00. The Dean’s List includes studentscarrying 12 or more semester hours who have agrade point average of 3.25 to 4.00.Honors for GraduationStudents who attain a 3.25-3.49 GPA on all workattempted at Meridian Community College areeligible to graduate with “honors.” Students whoearn a 3.50-3.74 MCC GPA are eligible to graduatewith “high honors.” If a student attains an MCCGPA of 3.75-4.00, he/she is eligible to graduatewith “highest honors.”Academic StandingsStudents are classified by the following policy:• Students are in ‘good standing’ if they achieveat least a “C” average.• Students are on ‘academic probation’ if, at theend of a semester, they have not earned at least a2.00 GPA. Students placed on academic probationare advised by letter and asked to meet with theiradvisor several times during the next semester.• Full-time students who were on academicprobation the previous semester must earn a“C” average on at least 12 hours or be placed on‘academic suspension’ for a semester, excludingthe summer term. (Summer terms are treatedindependently of the fall or spring semester foracademic probation or suspension purposes.)• If a student wishes to request permissionto continue college when facing academicsuspension, he/she must petition the Dean ofStudent Services in writing. This written appealshould address any reason why the student hasnot been successful, including any extenuatingcircumstances. If the suspension appeal isapproved, the Dean of Student Services will clearthe student to register. A student on ‘academicappeal’ must earn a 2.00 GPA for the semester ofthe appeal or be placed on academic suspensionfor one academic year without appeal. Thedecision to reinstate a student facing academicsuspension is made by the Dean of StudentServices.• Students in health education programs whofall below the published minimum academicrequirements will be notified in writing by afaculty member.Transcript of RecordA student may obtain an official copy of his/her transcript (to be mailed or for personal use)by submitting a written request to the RecordsOffice in Ivy Hall or by submitting an onlinerequest though the MCC website. A student mayobtain an unofficial transcript through Eaglenet.No transcript will be furnished until the studenthas resolved any hold placed on his/her accountor made satisfactory arrangements for itssettlement.Enrollment VerificationA student may obtain proof of college enrollmentby logging into Eaglenet and choosing the“Enrollment Verification” link. Once thestudent enters and submits his/her identifyinginformation, the student can then print or emailthe enrollment verification document._____________________________Policy on PrivacyMCC is in compliance with the policies on privacyof student records as described in the FamilyEducational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974(FERPA). Under FERPA, students enrolled in anypost-secondary educational institution receivingfederal funds are given certain rights concerningreview of their education records.The following rights are accorded under this act:• Students are entitled to have access to theireducational records upon proper request. Studentsare not entitled to have access to instructional,supervisory and administrative personnel records,campus security records, employment records, oralumni/advancement office records.• Students are entitled to inspect and reviewtheir educational records and to challenge thecontents if they feel those contents are inaccurate,misleading, in violation of privacy or other rights,or if they contain inappropriate data. The Collegemay require that a college official be presentwhen a student inspects and reviews his/hereducational records. Any questions concerning astudent’s access to records should be directed tothe Records Office.• The College must have written consent beforeany educational records are released to thirdparties (colleges, potential employers, etc.) thathave requested copies of a student’s educationalrecords.• Upon receipt of a subpoena or judicial orderrequiring the President of MCC to relinquishcontrol of a student’s records, the student will benotified insofar as possible of the subpoena orjudicial order before the President relinquishescontrol of the records.• The law allows “directory information” aboutstudents to be made public without specificpermission from the student. Students areentitled to request that certain information bedeleted from college publications. “Directoryinformation” released includes student’s nameand address, telephone number, date and placeof birth, number of semester hours accumulatedand/or currently taking, dates of attendance,awards and degree received. Information ofparticipation in officially recognized activitiesand sports (including height and weight ofmembers of athletic teams) is also included. Ifa student does not wish “directory information”made public, a written request must be on filewith the Records Office. A student must make thisdeclaration every semester that he/she desires theinformation withheld.• The College maintains a list containing thesignature, the date and the reason for allindividuals receiving access to a student’s records.The student is entitled to have access to thislist. The law, however, allows college officials,including instructors, to have access to a student’seducational records without signature.Release of Educational RecordsThe College will release a student’s educationalrecord(s) upon the student’s written request. Thestudent must:1. Specify the records to be disclosed.2. State the purpose or purposes of thedisclosure.State the party or parties and the address to whichthe disclosed information is to be sent.The student shall, upon request, receive a copyof the record that is to be disclosed. It is Collegepolicy to furnish single copies of a student’s recordat no charge.The College may release a student’s educationalrecords to the following without prior writtenconsent:6. To College officials who have a legitimate18 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 Cataloginterest in the records. College officials aredefined as teachers, administrative personneland other employees, such as campus securityofficers.7. To officials of another school in which thestudent intends to enroll upon request of thetransfer school.8. To government representatives of theComptroller General of the United States, theSecretary of Education, the U. S. Commissionerof Education, the Director of the NationalInstitute of Education, the Assistant Secretaryof Education, State educational authorities,and State officials to whom such information isspecifically required to be reported or disclosedby State law adopted prior to November 19,1974.9. To appropriate authorities in connection withfinancial aid with the understanding that onlythe necessary records will be released.10. To organizations conducting studies for, oron behalf of, the College, for the purposeof developing, validating, or administeringpredictive tests, administering student financialaid programs, and improving instructionand student life, provided that the studieswill not permit the personal identificationof students and their parents by individualsother than representatives of the organizationand provided that the personally identifiableinformation furnished will be destroyed whenno longer needed for the purposes for whichthe study was conducted.11. To accrediting organizations to carry outaccrediting functions.12. To parents of a dependent student as definedin section 152 of the Internal Revenue code of1986. College officials may release educationalrecords to parents on the basis of writtencertification from the parent that the studentis a dependent as defined under the Code.13. To officials of the courts in compliance with ajudicial order or lawfully issued subpoena withthe understanding that the student will benotified in advance insofar as possible.14. To appropriate parties to protect the healthand safety of the student or other individualsin emergencies, with the understanding thatonly information essential to the emergencysituation will be released, that information willonly be released to a party who would be in aposition to deal with the emergency, and thatthe student will be notified insofar as possibleof the information released, the purpose forthe release, and to whom the informationwas released.No personal information on a student will bereleased without a statement from the Collegeto the party receiving the information that nothird party is to have access to such informationwithout written consent of the student.This policy is adopted pursuant to the FamilyEducational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974,as amended (20 U.S.C. #8 1232 g), and is notintended to impose any restrictions or grant anyrights not specifically required by this act.19

section 4Student Services& ActivitiesMeridian Community CollegeCatalog 2013 - 2014CelebratingAcademic Advising and Counseling . . . . 22Veteran's Affairs and Benefits . . . . . . . . . 22Student Health Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Campus EagleNet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Mail Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Campus Life & Student Organizations. . . 24Special Interest Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Student Leadership Training. . . . . . . . . 25Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Club Eagle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Wilhemine Damon Fitness Center . . . . . . 25Intercollegiate Athletics. . . . . . . . . . . . 26Intramural Sports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Learning Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Student Success Center. . . . . . . . . . . . 2620 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 Catalog 21

Student Services and ActivitiesStudent Services and ActivitiesPurpose of Student ServicesThe purpose of MCC’s Student Services is toencourage the growth and development of eachstudent’s potential by providing educationalprograms which enhance his/her ability tolearn, to become self-directed, to functionmore efficiently in society and to become aproficient decision-maker. Student Services, incollaboration with instruction, can assist studentsin achieving their educational objective. Studentinvolvement in leadership roles in campusorganizations and committees is designed toenhance personal leadership developmentand provide opportunities to participate ininstitutional decision making.Programs offered in Student Services includeAcademic Advisement, Testing, Tutorial Services,Career Development Services, Student Activitiesand Athletics. In addition, Admissions, FinancialAid, Campus Housing, Orientation, Records,Recruitment, Security, Fitness Center, VeteranServices, and Special Populations Services are alsopart of Student Services._____________________________Academic AdvisingAcademic advisement plays an important rolein the total educational program at MCC. Thepurpose of academic advisement is to helpstudents develop their potential through selfdirectionand effective decision making relativeto their program of study. Advisors are assignedto all students based upon planned programs ofstudy. However, students who are undecided,who are taking basic courses to enhance skills, orwho are taking courses for personal enrichmentor skill development are also assigned an advisor.Faculty advisors are available to students duringtheir regular office hours, which are posted onoffice doors. Advisors are also available in Ivy Hallfrom 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and in the Health Buildingfrom 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., Mondays throughThursdays, and from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in bothlocations on Fridays.Students are welcome to see their advisor on awalk-in basis. It is recommended, however, duringpeak registration times (summer orientation andthe two weeks prior to fall and spring semesters)to make an appointment with an advisor, sowaiting will be kept to a minimum.If a prospective student would like a campus touror to learn more about MCC programs, admissionsstaff members are available by calling 601-483-8241.CounselingInformation regarding referral for free mentalhealth services for crisis situations (alcohol ordrug abuse, family or marriage concerns, suicide,child or spouse abuse, etc.) may be obtained fromMCC advisors, the Associate Dean for StudentServices, the Dean for Student Services or otherMCC Student Services staff._____________________________Veterans’ Affairs and BenefitsMCC welcomes veterans and military personnel.The Veterans’ Certifying Official, located in theAdmissions Office in Ivy Hall, assists veterans inthe application, registration, and financial aidprocess.MCC is a Servicemen’s Opportunity College (SOC).Veterans who plan to attend MCC under any typeVeterans Administration Educational AssistanceProgram, such as Chapter 30/1606 and 1607(Montgomery G.I. Bill), Chapter 31 (VocationalRehabilitation), Chapter 32 (post-Vietnam),Chapter 33 (Post 911), or Chapter 35 (Survivors’and Dependents’ Educational Assistance), shouldfile a claim with MCC’s Veterans’ CertifyingOfficial.Students must supply the Veterans’ CertifyingOfficial with certified or original copies of DD-214(separation papers), marriage license, dependentchildren’s birth certificate(s), and divorcedocuments (all previous divorce documentsof veteran and veteran’s spouse, if presentlymarried).Students must provide the Veterans’ CertifyingOfficial proof of completion of high school or theequivalent (a high school transcript or a transcriptfrom the General Educational Development (GED)Test) to be certified for benefits.Students must also provide the Veterans’ CertifyingOfficial with official college transcripts of allprevious college work to be certified. (Studentswill not receive veteran’s benefits for equivalentcourses taken at other institutions.)It is the student’s responsibility to notify theVeterans’ Certifying Official of any change independents, educational objective or numberof hours being taken. If there is a decrease inthe number of hours being taken at MCC, VAregulations require the student to repay benefitsfor hours dropped unless the VA determinesextenuating circumstances exist.Students must take courses leading toward theireducational objective as approved by a counselor/advisor to receive VA benefits. To be consideredfull time, students must be taking at least 12semester hours. Nine semester hours is 3/4 time;six semester hours is 1/2 time; and three semesterhours is 1/4 time.Students who are veterans cannot be certified foreducational assistance benefits when more than85 percent of the class enrollment is made up ofveterans or other individuals receiving veterans’assistance.In order to continue to be eligible to receivebenefits under Chapters 30, 31, 32, 33, 35 and1606/1607, Title 38, U.S. Code, veterans mustachieve satisfactory progress toward educationalgoals by meeting the following standards:• Students who are veterans must achieve a“C” average (2.00 grade point average) eachsemester on six semester hours or more to beconsidered to be making satisfactory progress.All courses pursued after the deadline set eachsemester for dropping a course are assignedan academic grade for computing grade pointaverage. If MCC has determined a student isnot progressing satisfactorily, he/she is placedon academic probation for one semester.Students are eligible for VA benefits during theprobationary semester.• If a veteran is a full-time student and wasplaced on academic probation the previoussemester, he/she must earn a “C” average onat least 12 semester hours or be placed onacademic suspension for a semester, excludingthe summer. If a student is suspended, he/she must remain out of college for one regularsemester. When re-admitted, he/she is onprobation and must enroll in and complete sixsemester hours or more with a “C” average.• Students facing academic suspension mayappeal in writing to the Associate Dean forStudent Services for permission to continuecollege. If approval is given to continue inschool, the student must enroll in and completesix semester hours or more with a “C” average.If the student does not make a “C” average, he/she will be suspended for one academic yearwithout appeal.The Veterans Administration restricts benefits fortelevision and independent study courses._____________________________Student Health ServiceAlthough MCC does not employ full-time healthpersonnel, first aid treatment is available fromeach residence hall supervisor, Campus Police andat designated first aid stations in each building.Students should report sickness or injury of a moreserious nature to Campus Police on the first floor ofIvy Hall or call extension 620. The Campus PoliceOfficer will call for emergency medical servicesand/or transportation to a local health care facilityif necessary. In case of injury or illness, CampusPolice will also notify a student’s family.(Note: When assisting an injured or ill personon campus, faculty and staff should follow theUniversal Precautions in Handling Body Fluidsincluding the wearing of gloves and the disposingof supplies properly as recommended by the Centersfor Disease Control.)Students are encouraged to avail themselvesof local health services whenever necessary.The Lauderdale County Health Department anddoctors’ offices are located near the campus.Students will be responsible for any medicalbills._____________________________Campus EagleNetAll MCC students have online access to view theirgrades and their financial aid status, in additionto any balances on accounts or holds on theirrecords, through Campus EagleNet, MCC’s localInternet portal. Each student also has an e-mailaddress which can be used even after the studentleaves MCC. EagleNet has a calendar function aswell as course chat rooms and message boards.After students have been officially admitted toMCC, they will receive a letter informing them of22 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 Catalogtheir EagleNet user name and password._____________________________OrientationMCC offers orientation sessions during the summerfor in-coming freshmen. These sessions serve toacquaint new students with the campus and toanswer the questions and concerns of freshmenand their parents. Orientation participants meetfaculty members, administrators and otherstudents. They also learn about opportunitiesavailable to them, including student activities.Freshman students are allowed to register for fallclasses only after they have attended one of thesummer orientation sessions._____________________________Support ServicesCareer and Technical Education (CTE) SupportServices provides members of special populationsequal access to recruitment, enrollment andplacement activities, and to the full range ofeducational programs available. These programsinclude Career and Technical Education specificprograms of study, and comprehensive careerguidance and counseling services. No one shallbe discriminated against on the basis of his/herstatus as a member of a special population.The CTE Support Services Office strives toencourage independence, to assist students inrealizing their academic potential, and to facilitatethe elimination of physical, programmatic, andattitudinal barriers.Students are considered part of a “specialpopulation”• If they are economically disadvantaged• If they are educationally disadvantaged• If they have a disability• If they are a displaced homemaker• If they are a single parent• If they are preparing for non-traditionaltraining and employmentStudents with disabilities must self-identify toreceive accommodations and special services.Identification involves a student registeringwith the CTE Support Services Office andpresenting appropriate documentation verifyingthe disability. Self-identification is voluntary.However, the CTE Support Services Office can beof service to students only to the extent that theirindividual needs are made known. Students andprospective students are encouraged to makean early contact with the CTE Support ServicesOffice.Services for single parents and displacedhomemakers include counseling, guidancein achieving career goals, advocacy support,community referrals and networking withagencies. Support groups are available to helpbuild self-confidence and to offer solutions fortime and stress management. The CTE SupportServices Offices are located in the Advising Officein Ivy Hall._____________________________Interpreting Services for the Deaf/Hard of HearingMCC Provides interpreting services for studentswith the proper documentation. Interpretingservices are provided for all academic courses.The College is responsible for the cost of theinterpreter; however, the college will not payfor interpreting services for courses the studenthas previously satisfactorily passed. VocationalRehabilitaion may reimburse the college for thecost of the interpreter if the student qualifies forservices through that agency.The Special Population’s offices and theInterpreter’s office are both located in the AdvisingOffice of Ivy Hall._____________________________HousingMCC has two residence halls and a 72-unitapartment complex.Eagle Residence Hall, located across Highway19 from the campus, houses 126 male students.Thornton Hall, located on the main campus,houses 44 female students. The College CrossingApartments, also located on the MCC campus, hasboth one- and two-bedroom units. A residencehall director lives in each of the halls and in theapartment complex.Every student living in MCC housing must beenrolled as a full-time student and maintainfull-time enrollment throughout the semester.A required meal plan is included in the cost ofhousing.23

Student Services and ActivitiesStudent Services and ActivitiesAdmission to MCC does not guarantee a student aroom reservation on campus. Students wishing tolive in college housing should contact the HousingDirector for complete details. The HousingDirector’s office is located in Ivy Hall, room 131.Residence hall rules and regulations are publishedin the “Residence Life Handbook.” However,the policies stated in the MCC Catalog are theprimary rules of the institution; the Resident LifeHandbook is a supplement to the MCC Catalog._____________________________Mail ServiceMail service is provided by the College in Ivy Hall.Students living in residence halls receive a maildrawer (included with housing) each semester.The address is as follows: Student’s Name, Drawer#__, Meridian Community College, 910 Highway19 N, Meridian, MS 39307-5801. Those studentsliving in College Crossing Apartments receive theirmail at the apartment mailboxes.Mail service hours are 9 a.m.-12 Noon and 1 p.m.-3 p.m., Monday-Friday. Mail is not distributed onweekends and holidays._____________________________Campus Solicitation PolicyThe intent of the MCC solicitation policy is to ensurenoninterference with the educational activitiesand business operations of the College.Solicitation is prohibited whereas the followingdefinition and policy applies to activities by anyoff-campus individual or group and applies to allMCC property, locations and events.Solicitation is defined as any active attempt toraise funds through direct sale of merchandise,services, or donations, with or without productsor services rendered. Also, any method ofcommunication intended to induce support ofa service, organization, business activity, issue,cause, etc. will be considered solicitation. Thisincludes the distribution of literature, leaflets and/or materials, posters, handouts, etc.Any individual who violates this policy may besubject to sanctions or penalties including, butnot limited to, charges of trespassing._____________________________Campus Life and StudentOrganizationsMeridian Community College provides a varietyof campus organizations, special interest groupsand social activities for students.The Campus Life Program provides activitiesdesigned to complement and supplementclassroom education by providing another kindof learning experience. Campus Life involvesstudents in the College and the community, givesthem input into college decision-making, providesleadership-training opportunities and createsprofessional and personal growth opportunitiesthrough student organizations.Art Students League (ASL) encourages theinterest of art through student involvement,education, college and community activities.ASL helps to enlighten and increase student andcommunity awareness of art.Baptist Student Union (BSU) provides Christianfellowship and serves as a Christian witness to thecampus and community.Business Student Organization (BSO) workswith university transfer students majoring ina business or related discipline to network andfoster camaraderie with other students on theMCC campus and community business leaders.College Activities Board (CAB) consists of adiverse population of the student body, facultyand staff who meet to plan, promote, andsupervise a variety of social and educationalactivities for MCC students.Collegiate Distributive Education Clubs ofAmerica (DECA) strives to develop future leadersin the hospitality area by helping students growand develop as professional managers. Programsand activities are planned to focus on thehospitality/tourism industry.Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) is opento all students and athletes to have a time ofChristian fellowship and fun.Future Educators of America (FEA) promotes allaspects of teaching and provides moral supportand fellowship.Graphic Artist Association (GAA) is opento students enrolled in the Graphic DesignTechnology program. The GAA gives students anopportunity to develop professionally by workingon projects with the community as well as othercampus organizations.Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA)serves the needs of the Health Education students.The group helps to promote and strengthenthe HOE (Health Occupations Educators) -HOSApartnership.MCC College Republicans play a vital role inrecruiting, educating, and involving students inthe Republican Party. Within College Republicans,diverse individuals find a place to share theirideas, their commitment to country, and theircommon passion for core conservative values.Involvement with the MCC chapter of CollegeRepublicans provides tremendous opportunitiesto gain valuable leadership training and politicalexperience, network with political and communityleaders, and make a significant impact in theelectoral process. The MCC chapter of CollegeRepublicans organizes events and special projects,and participates as valued campaign foot soldiersin local, state, federal, and presidential races.MCC Gospel Choir gives students an opportunityto share their talents through the expression ofgospel music and to fellowship with others whileserving as musical ambassadors for the college onand off campus.Organization of Student Nurses (OSN) is opento all student nurses in the Associate DegreeNursing Program at MCC.Phi Beta Lambda (PBL- BOT) is the postsecondarydivision that provides opportunities for studentsto develop business-related career competencies.It is an integral part of the instructional programand in addition promotes a sense of civic andpersonal responsibility.Phi Beta Lambda (PBL-Comptech) is thepostsecondary division of Future Business Leadersof America. PBL’s purpose is to encourage apositive working relationship between businessand education through leadership developmentprograms. Proven results of PBL membership areleadership, self-confidence, competitive abilities,fundraising experience, good citizenship andbusiness proficiencies.Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) is the national honorsociety for community and junior colleges. Theorganization promotes leadership, scholarship,service and fellowship. MCC is the Nu UpsilonChapter. Membership is open to any student whohas earned 12 semester hours and has a gradepoint average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale.Skills USA Industrial Club of America (VICA)partners with both students/teachers andindustry to ensure a skilled workforce. This stateand national organization helps students preparefor careers in trade, technical and skilled serviceoccupations. This organization was formerlyknown as VICA (Vocational Industrial Clubs ofAmerica).Student Association of Broadcasters (SAB)is open to Broadcasting students and providesa hands-on approach to learning broadcastingskills at MCC and in our community.Student Association of Cosmetology is open toCosmetology students and provides a hands-onapproach to learning cosmetology skills at MCCand in our community.Student Association of Dental HygieneAssociation (SADHA)), affiliated with theAmerican Dental Hygiene Association, promotesand sustains the practice of dental hygieneby increasing awareness of prevention of oraldiseases in an effort to improve the public’s totalhealth. The organization actively participates inoff-campus presentations educating the publicin preventive measures and stays abreast ofcurrent events in the dental hygiene profession topromote the highest standards in the field.Student Association of Early Childhood isan educational organization concerned aboutthe care and education of young children.The organization helps each person grow as aprofessional worker with young children.24 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 CatalogStudent Association of Medical Lab Technicians(SAMLT) promotes interest and knowledge aboutthe Medical Lab Technology career.Student Association Radiologic Technology(Rad Tech) promotes interest and knowledgeabout the radiological field and gives the studentsopportunity to develop professionally.Student Association of Respiratory Care (SARC)seeks to educate the public about respiratorytherapy, and to further the development of eachmember’s leadership qualities.Student Practical Nursing Organization (PN)assists in the growth and development of thenursing profession, leadership and individualresponsibility of the Practical Nursing student.Wesley Campus Ministries provides social andservice opportunities for Christian students._____________________________Special Interest GroupsA special interest group is an organization that isdesigned to support specific college functions andis financially supported through the MCC Budget.These groups often perform a specific servicefor the College and are not required to submitall paperwork and do not qualify for incentivefunds or awards.ChorusDimensionsThe Ivy League Student RecruitersJazz Band_____________________________Student Leadership TrainingMCC’s Student Leadership Effectiveness andDevelopment (LEAD) Program provides leadershiptraining for campus organizations. The LEADProgram is open to all students.Training sessions are presented throughout thefall and spring semesters. Topics include goalsetting, assertiveness training, parliamentaryprocedures, time management, motivation,listening skills, college study skills, job searchskills, managing conflict, stress management,relaxation and creative thinking.LEAD participants are invited to attend studentleadership sessions. Programs feature guestspeakers on motivational topics and currentissues, ranging from the power of positivethinking to minority leadership. Students meetMCC’s administrators, the Board of Trustees andother leaders in the community and state.Each spring certificates are awarded to studentsbased on their participation in the year’s trainingsessions at a LEAD reception._____________________________PublicationsReview is an MCC literary magazine devotedto publishing winning contest entries andother student and community creative writing.Included in the Review are poetry, short stories,informal essays, and graphic design artwork._____________________________Club EagleClub Eagle is located at the east end of thecampus, adjacent to Thornton Hall and CollegeCrossing Apartments. This is a popular locationon campus where students gather in their freemoments for socializing and relaxation. Here theymay listen to music, watch television, play videogames, participate in table tennis, foosball, playcard games, and enjoy a large deck for studying,eating, and/or talking._____________________________Wilhelmine Tew Damon FitnessCenterThe Wilhelmine Tew Damon Fitness Center,opened in January 1990, offers a variety ofactivities to students as well as to the community.Located near the MCC Baseball Complex, theFitness Center has the following facilities availableto students, faculty, staff, and community use:• Natatorium with a six lane 25 meter pool• Weight room and fitness area featuringNautilus and Universal equipment, SchwinnAirdyne exercise bicycles, Stairmaster, Quintonand Precor Treadmills, Precor elliptical trainers,Precor AMT, and free weights.• Dance studio with a cushion floor• Tennis courts, track, outdoor basketball court,putting green and sand volleyball courtFor course information, times, schedules, fees,and policies for use, contact the Damon FitnessCenter at 484-8763.25

Student Services and Activities_____________________________Intercollegiate AthleticsMCC is proud of its varsity athletics program. Manyof its athletic teams and individual athletes arenationally recognized. The College boasts teamsin men’s and women’s basketball, men’s andwomen’s tennis, baseball, softball, golf, men’sand women’s soccer. Attendance at home gamesis free for full-time students, faculty and staff witha valid MCC I.D._____________________________Intramural SportsMCC offers a limited intramural program. Theprogram provides activities for participants atdifferent skill levels. Not limited to team sports,the intramural program sponsors competitionin basketball, flag football, bowling, and tablegames. The Campus Life Coordinator coordinatesthis program._____________________________AwardsEach spring, MCC sponsors an Awards Nightpresentation to recognize and honor outstandingstudents from different career programs andsubject areas for leadership, scholarship andacademic performance. The B.G. Raden Awardsrecognize outstanding student organizations.Students selected for Who’s Who Among Studentsin American Junior and Community Colleges arealso honored. The H.M. Ivy Award recognizesoutstanding sophomores.Outstanding service to the college and thecommunity by a faculty member is honoredthrough the T.J. Harris Award. Two John A. JohnsonAwards, which come with a $500 award, recognizethe outstanding staff members. Three $500Clarence Roberts Outstanding Teacher Awards arealso presented by The MCC Foundation.At each graduation ceremony, a group ofoutstanding MCC graduates is recognized with“Circle of Excellence” awards sponsored by TheMCC Foundation. During the spring graduationprogram three $3,000 H.M. Ivy Scholarships areannounced to help top graduates with their juniorand senior years of study.Art awards and literary awards sponsored by TheMCC Foundation are presented during the yearand carry monetary prizes.Full-time employees of the College are eligiblefor the “MCCer of the Month” recognition,which includes a $250 award from The MCCFoundation._____________________________Learning ResourcesThe L.O. Todd Library houses the Library, theProduction Center, Web Services and PromotionsDepartment. These four service areas comprisethe Learning Resources Center. These servicesare basically provided for faculty and studentuse. Since MCC accepts responsibility for theeducational development and cultural enrichmentof the community, some services, especially accessto the book collections, may also be extendedto citizens of Lauderdale County and the City ofMeridian.The L.O. Todd Library contains the collectionsfor MCC, Mississippi State University-Meridianand University of Southern Mississippi-Nursing.It houses 61,403 volumes. Additionally, thecollections include 4,781 electronic books. TheLibrary subscribes to 226 periodicals includingscholarly journals, popular magazines, localand national newspapers. Several thousandother journals and magazines are available infull-text format via electronic databases andcan be accessed from the Library’s homepage onthe Internet. The audio-visual (AV) collection of4,000 items is held in formats ranging from soundrecordings to DVD’s. The library is a member ofthe National Network of Libraries of Medicine. TheLibrary is open six days a week during the springand fall terms: Monday - Thursday, 7:30 a.m. - 9p.m.; Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9a.m. - 1 p.m. Hours will vary in the summer andduring holiday periods.The Production Center, the audio-visual armof Learning Resources, is located on the lowerlevel of the Todd Library. The ProductionCenter manages audio/visual services andequipment for the College. The Center housesa television production and distribution facilityas well as an FM commercial radio station,WEXR FM, and graphic services. The Collegealso hosts a community cable channel andin-house informational channel for students,faculty and staff, which are disseminated fromthe Production Center. Additionally, viewingrooms and instructional programs in GraphicsCommunications Technology and BroadcastCommunications Technology are located in theProduction Center area. The Casteel Gallery ofArt, which is located in the foyer of the L.O. ToddLibrary, maintains more than 300 works of art inits permanent collection, and is named for thelate Homer Casteel, a former MCC art instructor._____________________________Student Success CenterThe Student Success Center, located on the secondfloor of G.V. “Sonny” Montgomery Student Center,provides both one-on-one and computer-basedtutorial services for MCC students. The Centercontains 83 up-to-date computers for studentuse in word processing and Internet research. Thecomputers also contain course-related software.In addition, the Student Success Center housesthe PLATO LEARNING SYSTEM, an individualized,self-paced, computer-managed instructionalsystem that provides a wide range of instructionthrough specific course selection. The Centeremploys a highly qualified instructional staff aswell as student tutors. The Center is open from 8a.m. to 8p.m. Monday through Thursday; 8 a.m.to 2 p.m. on Friday; 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday(fall and spring semesters only)._____________________________Ronald R. Miller Art GalleryThe Ronald R. Miller Art Gallery at MeridianCommunity College is an extension of the MCCArt Dept. serving the students and communityby hosting six art exhibits per year. The Miller ArtGallery is named in honor of theatre instructorRonnie Miller who was an art activist at MCCand in the community from 1966 through 2006.The Gallery is located in the Davidson Fine ArtsCenter (Ivy Hall) and is free and open to the publicMonday – Thursday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Formore information contact John Marshall (MCC ArtDept. Coordinator) at 601.484.8647 orjmarshall@meridiancc.edu.26 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 Catalog

section 5Rights,Responsibilities& PoliciesMeridian Community CollegeCatalog 2013 - 2014CelebratingStudent Behavior. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Disciplinary Process for Students . . . . . . 29Student Appeals Procedure . . . . . . . . . . 30Student Grievance Procedure . . . . . . . . 30Drug-Free Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Campus Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Lost and Found . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Student Identification Card . . . . . . . . . . 31Exposure Control Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . 32Sexual Harassment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Network Policies and Procedures. . . . . . 3227

Rights, Responsibilities & PoliciesRights, Responsibilities & PoliciesThe following overview of student’s rights andresponsibilities, including behavior code, drugcompliance regulations, due process procedures,and policies on dealing with sexual harassmentis provided to assist students in adapting tocampus life._____________________________Student BehaviorMeridian Community College expects appropriateconduct and behavior of its students and staff atall times.MCC strives to preserve a learning environmenton the campus which is free from disturbancesand disruptions. We believe that people areworthwhile individuals accountable for theirown behavior and capable of achieving their fullpotential. To that end, the college has adoptedrules and regulations which are considered to bereasonable and necessary for the orderly operationof MCC. MCC expects all students to conform tothe ordinary rules of a polite society, to be truthful,to respect the rights of others and to have regardfor preservation of state and college property aswell as the private property of others.Student Behavior CodeStudents are expected to exhibit self-reliant,acceptable and desirable behavior. The guidingprinciples to meet these expectations includerespecting the rights of others, being truthful, notparticipating in unacceptable behavior, or violatingfederal, state and local laws and ordinances. Thestudent behavior code is applicable to behavioron any MCC property as well as off-campus MCCrelated activities or events.Major offenses, for which suspension or expulsionis appropriate, are those offenses that interferewith the mission of the College or interferewith others in the free exercise of their rightsand duties or which involve a danger or threatof danger to individuals or property. Therefore,those individuals determined to be in violationof the following regulations will be dismissedfrom MCC for one calendar year from the date ofthe suspension:1. Possession, use, distribution and/or sale ofillegal drugs.2. Possession or use of any item(s) appearingto be or which could be used as a weapon(s),including, but not limited to, handguns,firearms, ammunition, fireworks, pellet guns,paintball guns, BB guns, knives, or explosiveor noxious materials or other dangerouschemicals on college property or near anycollege-related activity except as expresslypermitted by federal, state, and/or local law.3. Assault. Any intentional behavior that causesor may cause physical harm to anotherindividual. This includes sexual, simple andaggravated assault, or fighting, except in lawfuldefense of one’s self or another.4. Setting or aiding to set unauthorized fires oncollege property.5. Theft or forgery.6. Possession of stolen property and/or attemptto sell this property.Unacceptable acts of misconduct will subjecta student to being placed on, at a minimum,disciplinary probation with additional penaltiesas determined by the Dean of Student Servicesor the Associate Dean of Student Services. Thiscourse of disciplinary action applies to thoseindividuals determined to be in violation of thefollowing regulations:1. Possession, use, distribution and/or sale ofalcohol. See alcohol policy.2. Cheating on any test, examination oracademic assignment of any kind. See thefirst-day handout for additional policiesapplicable for each course.3. Any documented copying of words, ideas,or designs from books, articles, Internetsources, speeches or another person’sunpublished works and presenting it as one’sown work (plagiarism). See the first-dayhandout for additional policies applicablefor each course.4. Shoving, pushing, hitting or aggressivelytouching a member of the collegecommunity in a threatening manner so thatthe individual who is the recipient of thisaction perceives that he/she is in imminentdanger of bodily harm.5. Engaging in a riot or other activity whichresults in the disruption of the educationalmission of the College, or hinders the freeexercise by others of their lawful rights ordischarge of their duties on and about thecampus or in connection with an off-campuscollege-related activity.6. Violations of municipal, state or federallaw.7. Refusal to appear and testify as a witnessbefore a disciplinary committee.8. Any conduct of such a nature as to be likelyto interfere with the educational mission ofthe college, or interfere with the rights orduties of others, damage or endanger publicor private property and in which the studentpersists after being requested to desist by acollege official or member of the faculty.9. Entering locked or unoccupied MCC buildings,offices, classrooms, or laboratories withoutproper authority.10. Offenses involving the threat of violencetoward a member(s) of the campuscommunity. This offense may result inthe temporary removal of the accusedperson(s) from the college campuspending investigation of all charges andthe scheduling of a hearing.11. Participation in any act of harassment,physical or mental, perpetrated for thepurpose of subjecting a student, facultymember, or other person to pain, discomfort,indignity or humiliation at any time or anyplace.12. Destroying, damaging or defacing college,state, federal, public or private property isstrictly forbidden.13. Gross indecency on campus or at collegerelated activities.14. Use of cellular phones in the classroom.All cellular phones and beepers should besilenced or turned off while in the classroom.See the first-day handout for additionalpolicies applicable for each course.15. Providing false statements orrepresentations about official matters.A student on disciplinary probation who is found inviolation of any further act of misconduct, duringthe probationary period, will be suspended/dismissed from MCC for one calendar year fromthe date of the suspension.Other unacceptable acts of misconduct which areprohibited and may result in disciplinary actionas determined by the Dean of Student Servicesor the Associate Dean of Student Services arelisted below:1. Participation in or the promotion of anyactivity designed to disrupt the regularand essential operation of MCC, includingthe learning process within the classroom,library, laboratory or anywhere else on thecampus.2. Unauthorized use of any college property,i.e., vehicles, machines, telephones,computers, and FAX machines.3. Failure, refusal or inability to present currentMCC ID card upon the request of any officialof the College.4. Smoking inside any campus building.Outdoor smoking is permitted only indesignated areas where outdoor ashtraysare provided.5. Playing loud music anywhere on campus.6. Using smokeless tobacco. The use ofsmokeless tobacco is strictly forbidden incampus buildings.7. Gambling in any form.8. The unsafe use of an automobile or thereckless driving of any motorized vehicleon campus.9. Parking violations, speed-limit violations,and failure to register vehicle or violationof other campus traffic regulations.10. Loitering, loafing or congregating onthe grounds or in college buildings isforbidden.11. Loud and/or obscene language.12. Throwing paper, articles of food or drink,tobacco products or any article on thegrounds or in any MCC building.Conduct on CampusMCC strives to preserve a learning environmenton the campus which is free from disturbancesand disruptions. Students are expected to exhibitself-reliant, acceptable and desirable behavior.The guiding principles to meet these expectationsinclude respecting the rights of others, beingtruthful, not participating in unacceptablebehavior, or violating federal, state and local lawsand ordinances. The following code is applicableto any facility owned or operated by MCC.28 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogFine Imposed UnacceptableBehaviorThe purpose of this section is to outline differentsituations and types of unacceptable behaviorwhere a fine will be imposed. The following willbe subject to a fine of $25 for the first offense, $50for the second offense, $100 for the third offenseand disciplinary action including, but not limitedto, probation or suspension.1. Public profanity, cursing or vulgarity2. Smoking near any building entrance or smokingoutside of designated smoking areas3. Failure, refusal or inability to present a currentMCC ID card upon request (must wear on visiblelocation of one’s person at all times when onCollege property)4. Unauthorized entry to or use of Collegefacilities5. Unusually loud noise which creates a publicdisturbance including, but not limited to,shouting, use of portable radios, use ofautomobile radios, use of laptops or musicalinstruments_____________________________Disciplinary Process for StudentsThe Board of Trustees of MCC charges the Presidentof MCC with the responsibility for maintainingappropriate standards of acceptable behaviorand further authorized him to terminate, suspendand/or place limitations on continued attendancefor violations of the Student Behavior Code.The aim of disciplinary action is the redirectionof a student’s behavior toward self-directed,responsible behavior and the achievement ofacademic goals.The President has delegated this responsibilityto the Dean or Associate Dean of StudentServices. When a student is believed to haveviolated the Student Behavior Code, the Dean orAssociate Dean will gather information and hold ameeting with the student(s) involved. If deemednecessary, disciplinary actions shall be taken afterthe meeting is held.A student may appeal the decision of the Deanor Associate Dean to the Meridian CommunityCollege Student Appeals Council. The requestmust be submitted in writing within two workingdays to the Dean or Associate Dean of StudentServices. The Administrator will then notify theChairperson of the Meridian Community CollegeStudent Appeals Council of the student’s desireto appeal. The Council’s decision will be the finallevel of institutional appeal. See Student AppealsProcedure.Students adjudicated guilty of violation(s) of theconduct code will be subject to one or more ofthe following:A. Counseling - Confidential psychological serviceto help students deal more effectively withconduct.B. Reprimand - Formal written notice and officialrecognition taken of the violation.C. Community Service - Performance of a specifiedservice for a prescribed number of hours to thecollege community.D. Grade Reduction - Reductions of grade(s) fortest(s), assignment(s), or course(s).E. Restrictions - The withdrawal of specifiedprivilege(s) for a definite period of time.Restrictions may include requirements suchas vacating campus housing or not operatingmotor vehicles on campus.F. Restitution - A payment for financial injury incases involving theft, destruction of property,or deception.G. Probation - An official written warning that thestudent conduct constitutes an offense, but isnot sufficiently serious to warrant probationwith restrictions, suspension, or expulsion.Students are restricted from holding office inany student organization and cannot representthe college in any official capacity during theterm of probation. Continued enrollmentdepends on maintenance of satisfactoryconduct during the period of probation.H. Suspension - The termination of the student’sattendance at the college for an indefinite orspecified period of time. A grade of “W” will berecorded on the student’s permanent recordfor each course on the student’s scheduleat the time of the suspension. “DisciplinarySuspension” and the effective date will alsobe recorded on the permanent record. If theDean of Student Services approves the request,the words “Disciplinary Suspension” will bereplaced by the word “Withdrew.”29

Rights, Responsibilities & PoliciesRights, Responsibilities & PoliciesI. Expulsion – The involuntary and permanentseparation of the student from the college. Agrade of “W: will be recorded on the permanentrecord of each course on the student’s scheduleat the time of the expulsion. “PermanentExpulsion” and the effective date will be placedon the permanent record. This will remain onthe permanent record indefinitely or until anappeal is held by the Dean of Student Servicesand the expulsion is approved for removal. Ina case of appeal and approval by the Dean ofStudent Services to remove the expulsion, thewords “Permanent Expulsion” will be replacedby the word “Withdrew.”Student Appeals ProcedureStudents who are subject to institutional disciplineas related to academic or campus conduct issueshave the right to appeal decisions rendered bythe appropriate administrator* to the MeridianCommunity College Student Appeals Council.The Council Chairperson and members will beappointed annually by the President.Once a decision on any case of student discipline hasbeen rendered by the appropriate administratorsupervising the institutional component relatedto the case, the student has two working daysto notify that administrator in writing of his/her desire to appeal the decision. Students areencouraged to base their appeals on facts whichthey think may not have been considered in theoriginal decision. The appropriate administratorwill then notify the Chairperson of the StudentAppeals Council of the subject’s desire to appeal.The Chairperson will convene the Council withinfive working days of notification of the appealand notify the student of the time and place ofthe hearing. A minimum of three days notice isrequired for the committee members to reviewthe files before the committee meets, with mostmeetings to be scheduled on Fridays. A quorumof five faculty and/or staff members is requiredfor an official hearing before the Committee. Twoalternate faculty or staff members in additionto the 8 regular committee members shouldbe appointed to accommodate unforeseencircumstances where Committee membersare excused or rescued with a quorum beingotherwise unobtainable.The student’s failure to appear at the hearing,within 10 minutes of the designated timewill constitute his/her acceptance of theadministration’s original decision on the case.At the hearing, the Council will consider theadministration’s findings on the case as well asthe student’s rebuttal. Each side has the rightto call witnesses in support of his/her case, andeach side has the responsibility to notify thosewitnesses of the time and place of the Councilmeeting. Witnesses will participate in the hearingonly during the time that they are called to testify.Hearings will be recorded.Having heard all testimony, the Council will retireto decide the case. The Council has the authorityto (1) uphold the administration’s initial decisionon the case; (2) reverse the decision; or (3) modifythe administration’s decision. The Chairpersonwill have the responsibility to notify the VP ofOperations and the MCC President of the Council’sfindings. The VP of Operations will have theresponsibility of notifying the student(s) of theCouncil’s decision in writing (to be either handdeliveredor sent via certified mail). The Council’sdecision will be the final level of institutionalappeal.The intent of this policy is to adjudicate suchmatters in a timely manner so that the studentwill be fully aware of his/her standing with thecollege.* Appropriate administrator will likely mean theVice President for Operations or the VP’s designeein the case of general education classes; the Deanof Career & Technical Education or his/her designeein the case of career and technical educationprograms; and the Dean of Student Services inthe case of campus conduct issues unrelated toclassroom activities.Student Grievance ProcedureMeridian Community College provides proceduresfor students to resolve grievances with the college.Specified appeal procedures are established toassure the timely and appropriate considerationof each grievance. Student grievances usuallystart at the department or division level and theresolution is sought at that level. Should furtherarbitration prove necessary, the student shouldrequest a meeting with the Dean of StudentServices or the Associate Dean of Student Services.It is the desire of the College to settle grievancesas expeditiously as possible.If the Dean of Student Services or the AssociateDean of Student Services cannot handle thegrievance and a mutually acceptable solutionbe reached, the grievance may be referred to theMeridian Community College Student AppealsCouncil by the Vice President for Operations. Itis the responsibility of the College to providestudents with written notification regarding theresult of the grievance hearing.Drug-Free PolicyMeridian Community College prohibits theunlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicitdrugs and alcohol on college property or as anypart it its activities. Therefore the College informsall students and employees regarding illicit drugsand alcohol abuse and use.If a student is found to be engaged in theunlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing,possession or use of a controlled substance, theCollege will initiate legal action or begin dismissalproceedings, or both, against the violator(s).MCC shall continue to inform and educate allstudents of the dangers of drug abuse. Shoulda student need counseling, referral or otherassistance, the College will provide this assistance.This statement is prepared to comply with the“Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1989,” 34 CFR Part85, Subpart F, and the Drug-Free Schools andCommunities Act Amendments of 1989 (PL 101-226). To comply with this act, any studentconvicted of a drug statute violation isrequired to notify MCC within five daysof such conviction. Students found guilty ofsubstance abuse may be suspended from campushousing and/or suspended from MCC for one ormore semesters as determined by the Dean ofStudent Services or the Associate Dean of StudentServices. For additional information related to theMCC substance abuse policy, contact the Dean ofStudent Services Office in Ivy Hall.Alcohol PolicyUnder MCC’s drug-free compliance policy, alcoholpossession and/or use on any MCC property as wellas off-campus MCC related activities or events arestrictly prohibited. Those individuals determinedto be in violation of the alcohol policy will beplaced on disciplinary probation. In addition, thefollowing actions will apply:1. For the first offense, possession of alcoholon MCC property or an MCC related activityor event carries a $100 fine; viewing of analcohol violations video; and mandatory,confidential, alcohol counseling providedthrough a contracted mental health serviceprovider.2. For the second offense, possession of alcoholon MCC property or an MCC related activityor event carries a $200 fine and disciplinarysuspension/dismissal from MCC.3. If any fine is not paid by the end of the semester,a hold will be placed on the student’s record.Tobacco PolicyMeridian Community College has specificguidelines for the use of tobacco products oncampus. MCC prohibits tobacco use inside anyfacility owned or operated by MCC. The use oftobacco products is limited to designated areas.See the online campus map for the location of alldesignated tobacco usage areas. Smoking nearany building entrance is prohibited. This policyapplies to all students, faculty, staff and visitors.Violators will face a fine and could face furtherdisciplinary action._____________________________Campus SecurityVehicle RegistrationAll motor vehicles driven on campus must beregistered and have a parking decal. The firstdecal is free of charge; additional decals are$10 each. A vehicle is defined as a car, truck,motorcycle, or any other type of moveabletransportation. Safety and security decals areavailable in the Security office in Ivy Hall. Parkingdecals must be displayed in the lower left corner ofthe rear window. Decals are issued for one motorvehicle and must not be transferred or affixed toanother vehicle. A new decal will be issued eachacademic year. Students who live in campus30 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Cataloghousing will be issued a special decal that mustbe displayed in order to park in the residentialparking lot.A student who changes his/her place of residenceor whose decal becomes illegible is responsiblefor immediate re-registration of his/her car inorder to secure the proper decal. Also, when theowner trades his/her car, he/she is responsiblefor removing the old decal. Any violations notedagainst the old number will be charged to theperson to whom it was issued.Driving RegulationsMeridian Community College students areexpected to comply with the following automobileregulations:• Each student who operates a motor vehicle oncampus must register for and display a parkingdecal. The decal authorizes the student to parkon campus in designated parking areas.• No motor vehicle shall display more than oneMCC decal at any one time.• Vehicle operators must obey campusregulations and operate vehicles in a safe andcourteous manner.• MCC is not responsible for contents in vehiclesparked on campus.• Speed limit on the MCC campus is 15 mphunless posted differently. All state traffic lawsapply on campus.• Registered operators must observe and obey alltraffic and parking signs on campus.• Registered students are responsible for theirvehicles on campus.• Vehicle operators must not repair vehicles oncampus grounds or parking lots.• Vehicles are not to be left on campus for morethan 48 hours without notifying CampusPolice.• Vehicles are not to be parked on grass,sidewalks, entrances, or exits.• All accidents should be reported immediatelyto the Campus Police.• Vehicle operators must be aware of thecolored curb markings and their meaning:Blue curb* – Handicap ParkingYellow curb* – No ParkingRed curb* – Visitor Parking*Signage overrides curb markings• All vehicles are to be driven into parking spacesfront-end first.• Any vehicle operated by a person whose drivingprivileges have been suspended may be towedaway at the owner’s expense.• Any vehicle parked in a reserved area maybe towed away if deemed necessary by theCampus Police.Penalties for violations shall be as follows:No Parking Zone $25Parking on Grass $25Improperly Parked $25Parking in Wrong Zone $25Parking in Handicapped Zone $100No Decal $25Decal Improperly Displayed $25Speeding $25Failure to Stop at Sign or Signal $25Reckless Driving $25Other $25Once a person has received five tickets from theCampus Police office, the sixth one and eachone thereafter will cost $50 other than for ahandicapped-parking violation.Additional parking is available on the MississippiState, Meridian Campus for all MCC faculty, staffand students.Lost and FoundAny items that are found on or near campusshould be turned in immediately to the CampusPolice office in Ivy Hall. Inquiries concerninglost books, articles of clothing, identificationcards, etc. should be directed to Campus Policepersonnel.Student Identification CardAll students who enroll at Meridian CommunityCollege must have a valid MCC identification card.Students must display a current MCC ID card onhis/her person at all times while on campus. IDcards are provided and validated by the CampusPolice office, located on the first floor of IvyHall. The student must provide a form of photoidentification and a current class schedule toobtain an ID card. The ID card must be worn onthe person above the waist, which means it cannot be on a purse, book bag, etc. Individuals31

Rights, Responsibilities & PoliciesRights, Responsibilities & Policieswithout an ID card in plain view will be stopped toverify their status as a student, staff, or authorizedvisitor. Displaying of the ID is also required foruse of the MCC library and most other servicesand activities. Individuals who fail to display theidentification card may be subject to sanctionsand penalties including charges of trespassingand/or suspension from school.The first ID made for any student is free. There isa $10.00 replacement fee.Search and/or Questioningof StudentsMeridian Community College reserves the right tosearch any dormitory room or vehicle or questionany person on campus subject to probablecause.1. Normal inspection of students’ rooms forhealth, safety, and standards of maintenancewill be made by college officials and canbe made if necessary in the absence of thestudent.2. College officials will not delegate to other lawenforcement officers their reasonable right tosearches for purposes of maintaining order anddiscipline of the campus.3. College officials will cooperate with lawenforcement officers when a search warrant(s)is presented.4. Whenever there is reasonable cause, the Deanor Associate Dean of Student Services, HousingDirector or a Campus Police officer will searchrooms and vehicles. The student will be presentwhen possible; however, in all cases a witnesswill be present.The rights of students regarding search andquestioning will be in accordance with theUnited States Constitution. The Board of Trusteesrecognizes that the law must be upheld, andwhen circumstances require, school officials maysearch or question students, particularly in casesinvolving the welfare and safety of people, theprotection of property, and the possible violationof law and college rules. The Dean or AssociateDean of Student Services, with the assistance ofcampus police, may search and a question studentwhen in his/her judgment the welfare and safetyof the college is in jeopardy.Exposure Control PolicyIn order to protect individuals against exposureand unforeseen risks from bloodborne pathogens,MCC has adopted a campus-wide Exposure ControlPolicy which is compatible with the OccupationalSafety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) “LatestRule on Career and Technical Education Exposureto Bloodborne Pathogens,” published in March2000. The policy addresses environments andprograms on campus where there is a possibilityof exposure to blood and bodily fluids. The collegehas identified tasks and procedures that arehazardous or potentially hazardous for students,faculty and staff. Students in nursing and healthprograms are taught “Standard Precautions”when their studies begin and are reviewedannually thereafter. These standards include theminimizing or eliminating of risks of exposurethrough responsible work habits and controls andrecognizing the seriousness of possible exposureto bloodborne pathogens. Students are informedthrough handouts and orientation sessions inother appropriate programs, laboratories andclasses if hazards or potential hazards exist.Personal protective equipment currently in usein specified health programs includes disposablegloves, masks, protective glasses/goggles,disposable gowns and pipetting devices. Thehandling and disposal of sharps is taught in allhealth programs and science classes using needlesand sharps.A detailed exposure control protocol for faculty,staff and students is published in the MeridianCommunity College Faculty/Staff Handbook, thefirst day handouts for laboratory classes, and theorientation materials for all MCC programs inwhich there is some risk of exposure to hazardoussubstances.Sexual HarassmentIt is the policy of MCC, in keeping with efforts toestablish an environment in which the dignityand worth of all members of the institutionalcommunity are respected, that sexual harassmentof students and employees at MCC is unacceptableconduct and will not be tolerated. Sexualharassment may involve the behavior of a personof either sex against a person of the opposite orsame sex, when that behavior falls within thefollowing definition.Sexual harassment of employees and studentsat MCC is defined as any unwelcome sexualadvances, requests for sexual favors, or otherverbal or physical conduct of a sexual or genderbasednature, when:• Submission to such conduct is made eitherexplicitly or implicitly a term or condition ofan individual’s employment.• Submission to or reflection of such conduct isused as the basis for employment decisionsaffecting that individual.• Such conduct has the purpose or effect ofunreasonably interfering with an individual’swork performance or educational experience,or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensivework or educational environment.Students who feel that they have been sexuallyharassed under the above definition and wishfurther information or assistance in filing acomplaint, should contact the Dean of StudentServices with a written report of the complaintsetting forth the facts involved.Network Policies and ProceduresThe purpose of the MCC Information Network isto support the overall educational mission of theCollege, in accordance with School policies. Accessto the network and its resources is a privilege.Network users must at all times respect the rightsof others and the integrity of the network.This policy governs the use of all computers,laptops, iPads, computer-based networks,wireless devices whether owned by the Collegeor the individual, and related hardware andsoftware at Meridian Community College. Underfederal statutes and the sections of the MississippiCode that regulates the use of these resources, theCollege is required to ensure that this equipmentand software are used properly and for thepurpose for which state funds were expended.The intent of this policy is to allow maximumfreedom of use while still complying with stateand federal law, College policy and a productivework environment.SCOPEThis policy applies to all College faculty, staff,administrators, students, and visitors who utilizethe resources of the College network. It coversall computing hardware, network infrastructure,routers, switches, hubs, servers, wireless devices(including iPads and laptops), and all types ofsoftware identified as “supported by the College.”Also included are the following categories ofdata systems: the administrative and studentinformation system and data which have beencollected or generated by the College. Not coveredis data which is generated, stored, and used bystudents or employees for their own purposesnor software or data which the College doesnot support, even though such may be storedon College hardware and/or used by individualdepartments.USER RESPONSIBILITIESA. Network Security – Network access iscontrolled by passwords, and the level of accessgranted is determined by a user’s job-relatedrequirements. Passwords must not be logicallyidentifiable with the user, must be changedperiodically as required by the system, and mustnot be shared with anyone else.B. Ethical Use – The network, including theInternet and E-mail, is for official College useonly and must not be used for personal business,profit-making ventures, political activities, or toharass or offend anyone. This includes the use ofEmail, messaging services and social networkingsites (such as Facebook and Twitter). Users will notaccess, view, or alter any data unless authorizedto do so by a supervisor or instructor.C. Security – The College makes every effortto protect the network from intrusion fromwithin and without. All attempts to “hack” intothe network constitute a serious offense andwill be dealt with appropriately. All suspectedattempts to violate network security must bereported to the Director of Telecommunications.Meridian Community College will comply withall legal requests made by federal, state, andlocal authorities in pursuit of criminal violators. Ifnecessary, MCC will monitor any correspondence,Internet activity, telephone records, or data storedon or created by the College’s resources. Users of32 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogthis network cannot attempt to bypass securityby using someone else’s login credentials. Inaddition, instructors will not allow studentsaccess to their workstations. Users with access tosensitive and secure information such as financialdata, social security numbers, and other personalinformation must take all precautions necessaryto protect this data. Terminals should never beleft unattended or information displayed whereothers can observe. If such sensitive data is takenoff-campus (on a laptop or portable drive) it is theuser’s responsibility to ensure the confidentialityof the information.D. Copyrighted and Intellectual Property-Users may use only legally obtained and licensedsoftware on the College’s computers. In additionusers are strictly prohibited from downloading,storing, or making available to others materialsthat are governed by copyright laws or would beconsidered the intellectual property of someoneelse – e.g. music, videos, and books.E. Access to the Internet – The Collegeprovides Internet access through the Collegenetwork to all employees having a networkaccount, as well as, to students through computerlabs and in certain situations, the public at large.Note that, on-line gaming is not allowed due toits disproportionate use of network resources.Excessive use of the telephone or the Internet,unless specifically job-related, hurts productivityand job-performance. Supervisors have the rightto investigate any such activity they deem asexcessive. The College does not allow access tosites which are considered objectionable (forexample, pornographic or adult sites), and it isa violation of College policy to use the Internetfor political purposes, for illegal activity, forprofit-making ventures, or for the harassmentof individuals or organizations. This includesthe use of Email, messaging services and socialnetworking sites (such as Facebook and Twitter).Users should be aware that all Internet activity islogged and that this information is monitored ona regular basis. Any effort to bypass the School’sweb filter or conceal the user’s identity (throughthe use of spoofing, anonymizers, proxy servers,etc) is a violation of School policy and subject tosanctions.F. E-mail – An E-mail account is provided foreach employee who has a network account andto students through Eaglenet. As with Internetaccess, E-mail is intended only for official Collegebusiness and not for illegal activity, for personalprofit making ventures, for political purposes,or to harass any person or organization. Thisincludes the use of Email, messaging servicesand social networking sites (such as Facebookand Twitter). Spamming or phishing is specificallyforbidden. E-mail is, by definition, public and issubject to review by college officials without priornotification. Users are responsible for maintainingtheir e-mail accounts and removing old messages.G. Unauthorized Software and Equipment– Users will not download or install anyunauthorized software on a computer norwill they connect any electronic device to thenetwork without the approval of the Director ofTelecommunications.H. Compliance – Every user of the networkis required to read and comply with the MCCNETWORK POLICIES AND PROCEDURES document.I. Sanctions.1. Employees – An employee found guiltyof violating the terms of the MCC NETWORKPOLICIES AND PROCEDURES document is subject tosanctions. If misuse of the network by an employeethreatens the stability of the network, the Directorof Telecommunications will suspend networkprivileges immediately. Additional sanctions couldinclude reprimand by the appropriate supervisor,dismissal, criminal prosecution or any othersanction as outlined in the MCC Policy Manual.2. Students – a student found guilty ofmisuse of the network is subject to loss of networkprivileges, criminal prosecution, or any otherdisciplinary action described in the MCC Catalog.3. Public – A member of the public foundguilty of misuse of the network is subject to lossof network privileges and/or criminal prosecution.33

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section 6FinancialInformation &ScholarshipsMeridian Community CollegeCatalog 2013 - 2014CelebratingTuition 38Registration Fees 38Refunds 43Deferments 44Applying for Financial Aid 44Scholarships 49President's & Dean's List Scholarships . . . . 50MCC Foundation Scholarships 5135

Financial Information & ScholarshipsTuitionTuition at MCC is determined by a student’sresidential and academic status (full time orpart time). One-half of all tuition and fees aredue and payable at the Business Office in HardinHall before a student attends the first class of thesemester for fall and spring semesters. The balancemust be paid by Friday of the eighth week ofschool. For summer semesters all tuition and feesare due and payable at the Business Office beforetheir classes begin. Room and board charges mustbe paid prior to moving into housing for all semesters.See the section entitled “Deferments” forinformation concerning Financial Aid deferment.It is the student’s responsibility to pay tuition andfees on time. The tuition and fees listed in thiscatalog are subject to change.Tuition for Mississippi ResidentsFull time (12 semester hours or more)$1000 per semesterPart time (less than 12 semester hours)$100 per credit hourTuition for Out-of-State ResidentsFull time (12 semester hours or more)$1690 per semesterPart time (less than 12 semester hours)$157 per credit hourTuition for International studentsFull time (12 semester hours or more)$1890 per semesterPart time (less than 12 semester hours)$177 per credit hourRegistration FeesFull time students (12 sem. hrs. or more)$25 per termPart time students (less than 12 sem. hrs.)$15 per termTechnology Fee$6 per credit hour per semesterSafety and Security$10 per semesterOnline Course$15 per course per semester(Note: Career and Technical Education program fees maybe re-assigned to new course numbers as curriculumchanges occur within these programs.)Course FeesArt Class (Studio) FeeART 1313 - Drawing I $20 per courseART 1323 - Drawing II $20 per courseART 1433 - Design I $20 per courseART 1443 - Design II $20 per courseART 1453 - Three Dimensional Design$25 per courseART 1812 - Exhibition Class I $20 per courseART 1822 - Exhibition Class II $20 per courseART 2513 - Painting I $25 per courseART 2523 - Painting II $25 per courseART 2613 - Ceramics I $50 per courseART 2623 - Ceramics II $50 per coursePhotography Class Fee(includes student’s basic film)ART 1383 - Beginning PhotographyMaterial Fee$50 per courseBiologyBIO 1613 - NutritionElectronic Book Fee $100 per courseBroadcastBCT 1813 - Broadcast Assistantship IHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseBCT 1823 - Broadcast Assistantship IIHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseBCT 2813 - Broadcast Assistantship IIIHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseBCT 2823 - Broadcast Assistantship IVHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseBusiness and Office Technology - 1 year certificateand AAS and Health-care Data TechnologyBOT 1111 - Seminar IHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseBOT 1221 - Seminar IIHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseBOT 2111 - Seminar IIIHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseBOT 2121 - Seminar IVHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseBOT 1613 - Medical Office Terminology ICriminal Background Check $55 per courseChild Care Course Fee:CDT 1113 - Early Childhood ProfessionCriminal Background CK $55 per courseCDT 1314 - Creative Arts for Young ChildChild Technology Fee $15 per courseCDT 1343 - Child Health & SafetyCPR Training Fee$29 per courseCDT 2613 - Methods and MaterialsChild Technology Fee $15 per courseCDT 2714 - SocStudies, Math & Sci PreschoolChild Technology Fee $15 per courseCDT 2916 - Student Teaching IChild Technology Fee $15 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseCDT 2926 - Student Teaching IIChild Technology Fee $15 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseCDT 1214 - Child Development IHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseCDT 1224 - Child Development IIHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseCommercial Truck Driving FeeDTV 1116 - Commercial Truck Driving IAccident Insurance $3.50 per courseFees$1,000 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseComputer ScienceCSC 1123 - Computer Applications 1Electronic Book Fee $100 per courseConstruction TradesCAV 1910 - Seminar I for Construction TradesAccident Insurance $7 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseCAV 1235 - Floor and Wall FramingTetanus Shot$10 per courseCAV 1920 - Seminar II for Construction TradesHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseCosmetology Class FeesCOV 1122 - Cosmetology OrientationLiability Insurance $16 per courseLocker Fee$5 per courseState Board Fee$160 per courseCOV 2816 - Cosmetology Teacher Training IStudent Instructor Board Fee$80 per courseAccident Insurance $10.50 per courseLiability Insurance $16 per courseLocker Fee$5 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseCOV 1245 - Cosmetology Sciences IHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseAccident Insurance $3.50 per courseCOV 1255 - Cosmetology Sciences IIHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseAccident Insurance $3.50 per courseCOV 1263 - Cosmetology Sciences IIIHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseAccident Insurance $3.50 per courseCOV 2826 - Cosmetology Teacher Training IIStudent Instructor Board Fee$80 per courseDental AssistingDAT 1111 - Dental OrientationAccident Insurance $7 per courseLiability Insurance $16 per courseCriminal Background Ck $55 per courseDrug Testing$27 per courseHOSA Dues$13 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $150 per courseDAT 1415 - Chairside Assisting IDental Assisting Course Fee$175 per courseDAT 1423 - Chairside Assisting IIDental Assisting Course Fee$175 per courseDAT 1433 - Chairside Assisting IIIAccident Insurance $3.50 per courseDAT 1822 - Clinical Experience IIHigh Cost Program Fee $150 per courseDAT 1921 - Dental Seminar IIHigh Cost Program Fee $150 per courseDental HygieneDHT 1911 - Dental Hygiene Seminar IAccident Insurance $7 per courseLiability Insurance $16 per courseCriminal Background Ck $55 per courseDrug Testing$27 per courseHOSA Dues$13 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $150 per courseDHT 1921 - Dental Hygiene Seminar IIHigh Cost Program Fee $150 per courseDHT 2931 - Dental Hygiene Seminar IIIAccident Insurance $7 per courseLiability Insurance $16 per courseDrug Testing$27 per courseHOSA Dues$13 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $150 per course36 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogDHT 2941High Cost Program Fee $150 per courseDrafting and DesignDDT 1910 - Drafting & Design Seminar IHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseDDT 1920 - Drafting & Design Seminar IIHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseDDT 1930 - Drafting & Design Seminar IIIHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseDDT 1940 - Drafting & Design Seminar IVHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseElectronicsEET 1910 - Electronics Seminar IHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseEET 1920 - Electronics Seminar IIHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseEET 1930 - Electronics Seminar IIIHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseEET 1940 - Electronics Seminar IVHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseEmergency Medical TechnicianEMS 1118 - EMT BasicAccident Insurance $3.50 per courseCriminal Background Ck $55 per courseDrug Testing$27 per courseLiability Insurance $16 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseNational Testing Fee $70 per courseEmergency Medical Science - ParamedicEMS 1513 - EMS Practicum IAccident Insurance $10.50 per courseCriminal Background Ck $55 per courseDrug Testing$27 per courseHOSA Dues$13 per courseEMSA Lab Fee$10 per courseLiability Insurance $16 per courseNational Testing Fee $55 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseEMS 1525 - EMS Practicum IIEMSA Lab Fee$10 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseNational Testing Fee $55 per courseEMS 2555 - EMS Practicum IIIEMSA Lab Fee$10 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseFinancial Information & ScholarshipsGraphic DesignCAT 1113 - Graphic Design & Production IHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseCAT 1123 - Graphic Design & Production IIHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseCAT 2313 - Basic Advertising DesignHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseCAT 2323 - Advanced Advertising DesignHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseHealth Care AssistantHCA 1115 - Basic Health-Care AssistingAccident Insurance $3.50 per courseCriminal Background Ck $55 per courseDrug Testing$27 per courseHCA Lab$20 per courseLiability Insurance $16 per courseCertification Test Fee $101 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseHealth Information TechnologyHIT 1910 - HIT Seminar ICriminal Background Ck $55 per courseDrug Testing$27 per courseHOSA Dues$13 per courseLiability Insurance $16 per courseHIT 1114 - Health Record SystemsHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseHIT 1323 - Health Care Law and EthicsHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseHIT 2910 - HIT Seminar IIIDrug Testing$27 per courseHOSA Dues$13 per courseLiability Insurance $16 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseHIT 2633 - Reimbursement MethidologiesHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseHotel/Restaurant Management TechnologyHRT 1511 - Seminar IAccident Insurance $3.50 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $100 per courseHRT 1521 - Seminar IIAccident Insurance $3.50 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $100 per courseHRT 1531 - Seminar IIIAccident Insurance $3.50 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $100 per course37

Financial Information & ScholarshipsFinancial Information & ScholarshipsHRT 1541 - Seminar IVAccident Insurance $3.50 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $100 per courseIndustrial Maintenance Trades - 1 Year CertificateIMM 1910 - Industrial Maintenance SeminarHigh Cost Program Fee $100 per courseIMM 1112 - SafetyAccident Insurance$7 per courseTetanus Shot$10 per courseIMM 1920 - Industrial Mainenance Seminar IIHigh Cost Program Fee $100 per courseIndustrial Maintenance Technician- 2 Year CertificateIMM 1112 - SafetyAccident Insurance$7 per courseTetanus Shot$10 per courseIMM 1133 - Blueprint ReadingHigh Cost Course Fee $25 per courseELT 1193 - Fundamentals of ElectricityHigh Cost Course Fee $25 per courseNCCER ANR Fee$50 per courseIMM 1224 - Power Tool ApplicationsLab Fee$20 per courseHigh Cost Course Fee $25 per coursePPV 1813 - Rigging and SignalingLab Fee$15 per courseHigh Cost Course Fee $25 per courseIMM 1615 - Principles of PipingLab Fee$115 per courseHigh Cost Course Fee $34 per courseROT 2613 - Mechanical SystemsHigh Cost Course Fee $34 per courseROT 1213 - Industrial HydraulicsHigh Cost Course Fee $34 per courseLab Fee$250 per courseROT 1223 - Industrial PneumaticsAccident Insurance$7 per courseHigh Cost Course Fee $25 per courseELT 1144 - AC/DC CircuitsHigh Cost Course Fee $25 per courseELT 1413 - Motor Control SystemsLab Fee$100 per courseHigh Cost Course Fee $25 per courseIMM 1235 - Precision Maching OperationsLab Fee$350 per courseHigh Cost Course Fee $25 per courseIMM 2114 - Equip Maint/TroubleshootingHigh Cost Course Fee $25 per courseELT 2613 - Programmable Logic ControlHigh Cost Course Fee $25 per courseROT 1113 - Fundamentals of RoboticsHigh Cost Course Fee $25 per courseLab Fee$100 per courseINT 1113 - Fundamentals of InstrumentationHigh Cost Course Fee $25 per courseLab Fee$100 per courseInformation Systems Technology (ComputerNetworking and Computer Programming)IST 1111 - Information Technology Seminar IHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseIST 1121 - Information Technology Seminar IIHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseIST 2111 - Information Technology Seminar IIIHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseIST 2121 - Information Technology Seminar IVHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseMachine Tool and MillwrightMST 1911 - Seminar IAccident Insurance$7 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseMST 1921 - Seminar IIHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseMST 1931 - Seminar IIIAccident Insurance$7 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseMST 1941 - Seminar IVHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseMathMat 1313 - College AlgebraElectronic Book Fee $100 per courseMarketing ManagementMMT 1711 - Seminar IHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseMMT 1721 - Seminar IIHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseMMT 1731 - Seminar IIIHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseMMT 1741 - Seminar IVHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseMedical Laboratory TechnologyMLT 1911 - Med Lab Tech Seminar IAccident Insurance $10.50 per courseCriminal Background Ck $55 per courseDrug Testing$27 per courseHOSA Dues$13 per courseMed. Lab Materials $10 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseMLT 1921 - Med Lab Tech Seminar IIHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseMLT 2711 - Med Lab Tech Seminar IIIAccident Insurance $10.50 per courseHOSA Dues$13 per courseLiability Insurance $16 per courseDrug Testing$27 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseMLT 2921 - Med Lab Tech Seminar IVASCP Board Fee $92.50 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseMLT 2936 - Clinical Practice IIIASCP Board Fee $92.50 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseMLT 1313High Cost Program Fee $75 per courseMusic ClassesMUA 1172, 1182, 2172, 2182Instruments (Brass) $40 per credit hourMUA 1472, 1482, 2472, 2482Instruments (Percussion) $40 per credit hourMUA 1511, 1521, 2511, 2521Class Piano I, II, III, IV $40 per credit hourMUA 1542, 1552, 2542, 2552Piano I, II, III, IV Music Majors$40 per credit hourMUA 1672, 1682, 2672, 2682Instruments (Strings) $40 per credit hourMUA 1872, 1882, 2872, 2882Instruments (Woodwinds)$40 per credit hourMUA 1572, 1582, 2572, 2582Piano I, II, III, IV Music Ed. Majors$40 per credit hourMUA 1772, 1782, 2772, 2782Voice I, II, III, IV Music Majors$40 per credit hourMUA 1272, 1282, 2272, 2282Guitar - Music Majors $40 per credit hourMUA 1211 - Class Guitar $20 per credit hourNail TechnicianCOV 1122 - Cosmetology OrientationLiability Insurance $16 per courseLocker Fee$5 per courseState Board Fee$160 per courseCOV 1245 - Cosmetology Sciences IHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseAccident Insurance $3.50 per courseNursing - ADNNUR 1100 - Nursing I SeminarAccident Insurance$7 per courseAssessment Testing $138 per courseCriminal Background Ck $55 per courseDrug Testing$27 per courseHandbook$6 per courseADN Lab Fee$18 per courseLiability Insurance $16 per courseOSN Dues$15 per courseSyllabus$5 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $200 per courseNUR 1200 - Nursing II SeminarADN Lab Fee$18 per courseAssessment Testing $102 per courseSyllabus$5 per courseOSN Dues$15 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $200 per courseNUR 1300 - Seminar for AcceleratedAccident Insurance $3.50 per courseAssessment Testing $218 per courseCriminal Background Ck $55 per courseDrug Testing$27 per courseLiability Insurance $16 per courseADN Lab Fee$18 per courseHandbook$6 per courseOSN Dues$15 per courseSyllabus$10 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $200 per courseNUR 2100 - Nursing III SeminarADN Lab Fee$18 per courseAccident Insurance$7 per courseAssessment Testing $102 per courseDrug Testing$27 per courseLiability Insurance $16 per courseOSN Dues$15 per courseSyllabus$5 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $200 per course38 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogNUR 2201 - Nursing IV SeminarADN Lab Fee$18 per courseAssessment Testing $102 per courseSyllabus$5 per courseNCSBN Review$142 per courseOSN Dues$15 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $200 per courseNursing - LPNPNV 1443 - Nursing Fundamentals and ClinicalAccident Insurance $10.50 per courseAssessment Testing $136 per courseCriminal Background Ck $55 per courseDrug Testing$27 per courseHOSA Dues$13 per courseLPN Lab Fee$25 per courseLiability Insurance $16 per courseSyllabus$8 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per coursePNV 1440 - Nursing Fundamentals-Dual CreditHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per coursePNV 1524 IV - Therapy ConceptsHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per coursePNV 1914 - Nursing TransitionHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per coursePNV 1614 - Medical Surgical Nursing TheoryAssessment Testing $106 per coursePNV 1666 - Medical/Surgical Nursing Conceptsand ClinicalAssessment Testing $106 per coursePNV 1714 - Maternal Child NursingAssessment Testing $106 per coursePool CoursesHPR 1532 - Scuba DivingPool Fee$250 per courseHPR 2213 - First Aid & CPRMaterial/Test Fee$12 per courseHPR 2222 - Lifeguard TrainingPool Material Fee$50 per courseHPR 2233 - Water Safety InstructorPool Fee$15 per courseHPR 2241 - Lifeguard Training Instructor PoolMaterial Fee$50 per coursePhysical Therapist AssistantPTA 1911 - SeminarAccident Insurance $10.50 per courseCriminal Background Ck $55 per courseDrug Testing$27 per courseHOSA Dues$13 per courseLiability Insurance $16 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $150 per coursePTA 1921 - SeminarHigh Cost Program Fee $150 per coursePTA 2911 - SeminarAccident Insurance$7 per courseDrug Testing$27 per courseHOSA Dues$13 per courseLiability Insurance $16 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $150 per coursePTA 2523 - PTA SeminarHigh Cost Program Fee $150 per coursePTA 1224 - Therapeutic ModalitiesHigh Cost Program Fee $150 per courseRadiological TechnologyRGT 1111 - Radiological Seminar IAccident Insurance $10.50 per courseDrug Testing$27 per courseHOSA Dues$13 per courseRadiological Lab Fee $10 per courseLiability Insurance $16 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseRGT 1121 - Radiological Seminar IIHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseRGT 2111 - Radiological Seminar IIIAccident Insurance $10.50 per courseDrug Testing$27 per courseHOSA Dues$13 per courseRadiological Lab Fee $10 per courseLiability Insurance $16 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseRGT 2121 - Radiological Seminar IVHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseRGT 1138 - Clinical Education IIIHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseRGT 1212 - Fundamentals of RadiographHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseCriminal Background Ck $55 per courseRespiratory Care TechnologyRCT 1011 - SeminarAccident Insurance $10.50 per courseCriminal Background Ck $55 per courseDrug Testing$27 per courseHOSA Dues$13 per course39www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalog 39

Financial Information & ScholarshipsRespiratory Lab Fee $10 per courseLiability Insurance $16 per courseStudent Physical$15 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $100 per courseRCT 1021 - Seminar IIHigh Cost Program Fee $100 per courseRCT 2031 - Seminar IIIAccident Insurance$7 per courseDrug Testing$27 per courseHOSA Dues$13 per courseRespiratory Lab Fee $10 per courseLiability Insurance $16 per courseAssessment Testing $100 per courseSAE Exam$40 Per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $100 per courseRCT 2713 - SeminarHigh Cost Program Fee $100 per courseRCT 1524 - Clinical Practice IIHigh Cost Program Fee $100 per courseSurgical TechnologySUT 1911 - SeminarAccident Insurance $10.50 per courseCriminal Background Ck $55 per courseDrug Testing$27 per courseHOSA Dues$13 per courseSurgical Lab Fee$10 per courseLiability Insurance $16 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $100 per courseSUT 1921 - Seminar (Second Semester)Nat. Certification Testing Fee$116 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $100 per courseSUT 1538 - Advanced Surgical ProceduresNat. Certification Testing Fee$116 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $100 per courseTelecommunicationsTCT 1910 - Seminar IHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseTCT 1920 - Seminar IIHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseTCT 1930 - Seminar IIIHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseTCT 1940 - Seminar IVHigh Cost Program Fee $75 per courseVarsity SportsHPR 1131 - Varsity Sports IDrug Testing$27 per courseHPR 2131 - Varsity Sports IIIDrug Testing$27 per courseWelding and Cutting TechnologyWLV 1116 - SMAW1Lab Fee$350 per courseAccident Insurance$7 per courseTetanus Shot$10 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $15 per courseWLV 1124 - GMAWLab Fee$350 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $15 per courseWLV 1171 - Welding Safety, Inspection& TestLab Fee$25 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $15 per courseWLV 1232 - Drawing & Welding SymbolsLab Fee$25 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $15 per courseWLV 1314 - Cutting ProcessLab Fee$250 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $15 per courseWLV 1136 - GTAWLab Fee$350 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $18.75 per courseWLV 1143 - FCAWLab Fee$250 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $18.75 per courseWLV 1226 - SMAW 2Lab Fee$250 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $18.75 per courseWLV 1914 - Special ProblemsLab Fee$150 per courseAWS SENSE - Completion Fee$15 per courseHigh Cost Program Fee $18.75 per courseNCCER ANR Fee$50 per course_____________________________Other FeesAccuplacer, Retest Fee (1st test Free) $10Bus Driving Test$75 per testAdvanced Standing Examination(previously Challenge Exam)$30 addition + tuitionCLEP Exam$15 per testCommercial Truck Driving Skill Test$100 per testDual Enrollment Class $25 per courseGolf Class$120 per courseCommencement Fee $40Commencement - Late Fee $10HESI Admission Assessment Test $25Identification Card, Additional $10Independent Study$50 addition + tuition per courseLost Library BookBook Cost + $25 restocking FeeMotor Vehicle & Criminal Backgroundfor Com. Truck Driving Applicants$25 per applicationPhysical & Drug Test for Commercial TruckDriving Applicants $75 per applicationMusic Courses$40 per courseOn-line Course Fee$15 per courseReturned Check Fee $40 per returnR.O.P.E.S. Class$40 per courseScience Lab Fee$20 per courseSwimming/Water Aerobic Classes (Pool Fee)$15 per courseParking/Driving Violations, including:No Parking zones, Parking on the Grass,Improperly Parked, Parking in wrong zone,No decal, Decal Improperly Displayed,Speeding, Failure to stop at sign or signal,Reckless Driving, other $25 Per occurrenceNon-handicapped student Parked in aHandicapped Zone $100 Per occurrenceAdditional Parking Decal $10_____________________________Room & Board ChargesRoom and Board - Per Semester CostDorms & Dorm-style ApartmentShared $100 DepositPrivate $100 DepositEagle Hall (includes 7-day,19 meal plan and use of laundry)Shared $1,587 DepositPrivate $2,262 DepositThornton Hall (includes 7-day,19 meal plan and use of laundry)Shared $1,687 DepositPrivate $2,462 DepositCollege Crossing Apt., dorm-style(includes 7-day, 19 meal plan, and useof laundry)Shared $1,987 DepositPrivate $2,912 DepositSummer Room & Board ChargesSummer housing fees must be paid in advance.Summer term room and board fees are nonrefundable.If the cafeteria is available, a debitplan of $150 is required for each 5-week term.All meals are $6 . Therefore, this will providethe student with 25 meals during the 5-weekperiod. The summer housing rates are nonrefundableand are as follows:College Crossing Apartment5-week term......$300for double occupancy5-week term......$600for private room when available10-week term....$600for double occupancy10-week term....$1,200for private roomEagle Dormitory5-week term......$200for double occupancy5-week term......$400for private room when available10-week term....$400for double occupancy10-week term....$800for private roomMonthly Apartment LeasesDeposit $200Application Fee $20One-Bedroom $5009 month lease per monthOne-Bedroom $45012 month leaseTwo-Bedroom $6509 month lease per monthTwo-Bedroom $55012 month leaseNon-credit classesFees for non-credit classes are established at the40 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogtime of registration and are based on the cost ofthe course.MCC reserves the right to change tuition andfees.RefundsTuition / Fee Refund Policy - Prior to the firstclass day, a 100% refund will be given.Class length4 weeks or less – no refund5 to 10 weeks – 100% refund during the 1st wk50% refund during the 2nd week11 to 17 weeks – 100% refund during the 1st wk75% refund during the 2nd week50% refund during the 3rd weekIt is the student's responsibility to officiallywithdraw from any and all courses. Refundsof fees are computed according to the datethe student personally contacts the instructor,advisor, or records department to initiate thewithdrawal process, not the last date of classattendance. Requests for exceptions because ofextenuating circumstances must be submittedin writing to Business Office within 90 days afterthe end of the semester of withdrawal. Anyexception to this policy must be approved byan administrative committee. The college willnot refund fees originally paid by check untilthe check has successfully cleared the student'sbank.No refund will be granted to any student dismissedfrom a course for cause, i.e., disciplinaryreasons, failure to comply with the College’sattendance policy or failure to make satisfactoryprogress in a course as outlined by the standards.Withdrawal/Refund Policy forStudents Who Are Called toActive DutyAny student who has enrolled at Meridian CommunityCollege who is a member of the MississippiNational Guard, or one or more units of the MississippiState Guard, or who is a member of anyof the reserve components of the armed forcesof the United States, or who has been draftedinto any component of the armed forces of theUnited States, or is an immediate family memberor legal dependent of any such service member,may be allowed to withdraw as a student of theinstitution, with a full refund of tuition, out ofstate fees (if applicable), student fees and anyspecial fees, with room and board fees proratedwith the approval of the President.Any student who withdraws from Meridian CommunityCollege under this policy will not receiveany grades. The student record will show evidenceof the withdrawal with documentation on file.Any student called to active duty, or the dependentof a service member who is called toactive duty, who has completed at least ¾ of thesemester and is in good standing with the college,and who needs to only take the final examinationto complete the semester, has the option to leavethe college pursuant to this policy, without his/her class standing effected, and without refund ofany of the above fees or tuition. However, withinninety (90) days after release from active duty,the student may make arrangements to take thefinal examination. The score of the final exam plusthe unfinished semester’s work will constitute thestudent’s final grade.Alternatively, any student called to active duty, orthe dependent of a service member who is calledto active duty, who has completed at least ¾ ofthe semester and is in good standing with theinstitution, has the option to leave the collegepursuant to this policy, without his/her classstanding effected, and without refund of any ofthe above fees or tuition and shall have the optionof receiving full credit for each enrolled course ofstudy with the grade earned at the date he or shewas called into active duty.Fall and Spring Room and BoardDuring the first four weeks of the semester, refundsfor room and board will be calculated on aweekly pro-rated basis. After the first four weeksof the semester, the remaining cost is consideredincurred and no refund is issued. Refunds for themeal plan will be pro-rated on a weekly basis.In the case of a natural disaster, exceptions maybe made to the above policy. Students shouldmake this type of request in writing to the Deanof Students Office. They will be notified of anyrefund that is granted.Summer Room and Board41

Financial Information & ScholarshipsSummer housing fees must be paid in advance.Summer term room and board fees are nonrefundable.Dorm DepositA refund of the housing deposit will be madewhen the resident checks out properly, and allrules have been followed. A deposit is refundedonly when the room key is returned, proper paperworkhas been filled out, there are no damages,the room is clean, and the resident’s account hasbeen paid in full. If damages occur, the residentloses the deposit and will be charged for repairs,missing items, etc.DefermentsA student may defer payment of fees in fall orspring semester only on the following defermentschedule:Tuition:• Students must pay one-half of all charges priorto classes starting. The balance must be paidby Friday of the eighth week of school.• Students may defer all of their tuition, if theyhave applied for financial aid, the Financial AidOffice has determined that they are eligiblefor financial aid, and the student will qualifyfor enough financial aid to cover their currentcharges.• If a student fails to pay, they may be removedfrom classes and be required to re-register.Residence Hall and Meals:• Students must pay the full amount of the costof room and board prior to moving into housing.If they fail to pay by the deadline, they willnot be allowed to move into the residence hall.• Students may defer their room and board, ifthey have applied for financial aid, the FinancialAid Office has determined that they areeligible for financial aid, and the student willqualify for more aid than the amount of theircharges for room and board and half of theirtuition and fees.______________________________Paying for ClassesStudents can pay their tuition in the BusinessOffice in Hardin Hall or on-line through EagleNet.Payments by check, cash, credit card, or moneyorders are accepted. Even though an advisor hasmet with a student and provided a copy of his/her schedule, classes are not reserved until thestudent has registered in the computer and paidhis/her tuition. The deadline for paying tuition isprinted on the student’s schedule.Students who are using financial aid orscholarships to assit in paying for classes mustgo to the Financial Aid Office in Ivy Hall to makesure that the aid for which they qualify is creditedto their account in the Business Office.Purchasing BooksTextbooks and supplies for MCC courses may bepurchased at the MCC Bookstore located in IvyHall. Bookstore hours are 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.,Monday through Thursday, and 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.on Friday. During the first week of classes, thebookstore has extended hours to accommodateevening students.Students receiving financial aid (Pell Grants,scholarships, etc.) should direct financial aidquestions to the Financial Aid Office. Yourfinancial aid will become active in the bookstoreapproximately three days before your classesbegin in the Fall and Spring Terms. Dates for latestart; short terms and Summer Terms will beposted. You will need to present your Student I.D.and a copy of your schedule to use your financialaid and to receive textbooks in the bookstore.The Bookstore also carries a variety of sportswear,supplies, snacks, specialty gifts, balloons andnovelty items.______________________________Unpaid Balances from PreviousSemestersAny outstanding and past due amounts owed tothe college must be paid in full before a studentmay register for additional courses. All paymentsreceived on student accounts will be applied in thesame order in which the charges were incurred.A student who has a hold on his/her record becauseof any overdue account may not receive atranscript or a diploma, or view mid-term gradeson Eaglenet until the account is cleared.The administrative authorities of the collegewill withhold transcripts and diplomas, degreecertification, letters of good standing, and othercertification of enrollment and deny readmissionof any student who incurs an overdue financialobligation to the college.The student’s records may be cleared and adiploma or transcript released when the debt ispaid in full. The respective college departmentor agency will notify the college registrar whenthe debt has been paid. MCC reserves the rightwhen payment is made by check for releases notto be made until 10 business days after check hasbeen deposited.______________________________Applying for Financial AidTo be considered for any type of financial aid, studentsmust submit an admissions application andtranscripts from all colleges previously attendedto the Office of Admissions.To be considered for any type of scholarship,students must submit a scholarship application tothe Scholarship Coordinator. Scholarships havedifferent deadlines. Please see the financial aidoffice for specific scholarship deadlines.Students must submit the following to the FinancialAid Office to be considered for grants, loans,or the work-study program:• An Institutional Student Information Record(ISIR), and• All supporting documentation, such as taxreturns.An Institutional Student Information Record(ISIR), may be obtained by completing the FreeApplication for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form.This form is available online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.In order to be considered for part-time employment,students must submit a Federal Work Studyapplication to the Financial Aid Office. To apply fora student loan, students must request a studentloan packet from the Financial Aid Office.Students should access EagleNet to view anyoutstanding documents needed to complete thestudent’s financial aid file.Priority DeadlinesIn order to qualify for some scholarships, studentsmust submit applications to the Financial AidOffice and the Office of Admissions by May 1 forfall semester and December 1 for spring semester.After these dates, eligibility may be limited tofederal grants and loans.Note: “Non-degree” students are not eligible forfinancial aid.Academic YearFor purposes of awarding Federal Pell Grant andFederal Direct Loans, MCC defines the academicyear as 34 weeks of instructional time and 28semester credit hours of earned coursework.CumulativeSem. Hrs.Attempted:Must haveearned thismany credits:With atleast thiscumulativegrade pointaverage:From 1 2 3 6 7 9 10 12 13 15 16 18 19 21To 1 2 5 6 8 9 11 12 14 15 17 18 20 21Cumulative Semester HoursAttempted (including Ws):Minimum CumulativeGrade Point Average:Federal Direct Loan progression limits are basedon the student’s progression within the student’sprogram of study. Students should contact theMCC Student Loan Officer with questions regardinghis/her current program progression and loanlimit eligibility.Award NotificationOnce all of the required information is submittedto the Financial Aid Office and grant eligibilityis determined, a student will receive an awardletter in an email to the student’s Eaglenet emailaccount. The student should notify the financialaid office in writing if he/she wishes to decline anyor all of their financial aid awards. This may bedone through email or in person. Emails are sentto notify students of any changes to their financialaid account. The FSEOG funds are limited and willbe awarded to students based on the availabilityof funds, after the deadline dates. In August,supervisors of the Federal Work-Study Programnotify students of interview opportunities.Student loan notification is made to the student/parent after eligibility is determined. Recipientsof scholarship awards are notified by mail asselections are made.Students should access Eaglenet to view the typesand amounts of aid he/she has been awarded.Satisfactory Academic ProgressPolicy for Recipients of Title IVFederal Financial AidIn order to remain eligible to receive Title IVfinancial assistance at Meridian CommunityCollege, students must progress satisfactorilytowards completion of an academic or vocationaltechnicalprogram.Title IV Federal Financial Aid consists of thefollowing:• Federal Pell Grant• Federal College Work Study (FWS)• Federal Supplemental EducationalOpportunity Grant (FSEOG)• Federal Direct Stafford Loan Program (FDSL)• Federal Direct Parent Loan Program (PLUS)In order to maintain Satisfactory AcademicProgress, all students attempting one credit houror more must have a semester GPA of a 2.00.In addition to the 2.0 GPA each semester, eachstudent must complete 67% of all course-workattempted at MCC and applicable transfer workand maintain a certain cumulative GPA based onthe cumulative hours attempted. An example ofthis pace is provided below.Financial aid standing is computed at the end ofthe Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. Studentsare notified in writing by the Financial Aid Officeat the end of each semester if they are placed onwarning, suspension, or become ineligible dueto attempted hours. The financial aid office willupdate their financial aid standing in BANNERand adjust financial aid accordingly. Studentsshould note this standing is separate from the1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 141.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.75 1.751-18 19-40 40-961.5 1.75 2.0042 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalog43

Financial Information & ScholarshipsFinancial Information & Scholarshipsacademic standing.Students may access Eaglenet to view theircurrent financial aid standing.The following defines financial aid standings andother criteria for financial aid:Financial Aid Warning: A student who fails tomeet the minimum standards for satisfactoryprogress will be placed on warning for the followingsemester. During the warning semester,the student will continue to be eligible to receiveTitle IV aid.Financial Aid Suspension: After a semester ofwarning, a student who does meet the minimumstandards will be placed on financial aid suspension.A student will not be eligible for Title IVfinancial aid until minimum standards are met.Maximum time: A student will not be eligible forany federal financial aid at MCC after attempting93 semester hours (this includes acceptedtransfer hours) regardless of grade point average,cumulative hours earned, or change of program.Hours attempted for which the student did notreceive financial aid will be included for purposesof meeting satisfactory academic progressrequirements.Withdrawals: All withdrawals ("W") will becounted as hours attempted and will be consideredwhen evaluating satisfactory academicprogress for financial aid. Withdrawals will notbe included in the calculation of the grade pointaverage.Incomplete Grades: Incomplete ("I") grades mustbe removed by the end of the 9th week of thesucceeding semester or the "I" becomes an "F".The grade of "I" is not included when computingsemester and cumulative grade point averages.Therefore, the grade earned by 9th week of thesucceeding semester would be used in computingsatisfactory progress for the end of that semester.Repeated Courses: Repeated courses are notcounted in the determination of the numberof semester hours attempted and do not affectoverall grade point average. Students cannotreceive financial aid for more than one repetitionof a previously passed course. Students cannotreceive financial aid for any repetition of a previouslypassed course due to the student failingother coursework. (Ex. Student fails Nursing Iand has to repeat the entire semester. Financialaid will cover the failed class but not the otherclasses such as seminar).Transfer Courses: Transfer students will enterMCC with the same status as a new student whohas never attended college. The transfer courseswhich are applicable toward the student's degreeat MCC will be included in the cumulative gradepoint average and will not affect the student's financialaid standing until the end of the semesterin which the student transferred.Remedial and Noncredit Courses: Remedialcourses will be treated in the same manner asother college courses attempted. Noncreditcourses will not be counted in hours attemptedor used in computing grade point average;therefore, a student will not receive financial aidfor these courses.Audit Courses: A student is not eligible forfinancial aid for audit courses. Audit coursesare not counted as hours attempted and are notused in computing grade point average.Reinstatement of Eligibility: A student on financialaid suspension may attend Meridian CommunityCollege at his/her own expense unless alsoon academic suspension. The student must attaina 2.00 for the semester and attain the minimumcumulative grade point average indicated by thesatisfactory academic progress policy for federalfinancial aid recipients in order to be reinstated.Appeal Process: A student who has at least a 1.50cumulative grade point average may appeal thesuspension of financial aid. A completed appealform must be submitted to the financial aid office.The form may be obtained in the FinancialAid Office or printed from the MCC web page. Theappeal will be reviewed and determined whetherthe suspension is justified. Only exceptionalcircumstances or an improved academic recordwill be considered. The student will be notifiedin writing through their Eaglenet email accountof the decision made within 15 business days.Students whose appeals are approved will beplaced on financial aid probation and may begiven an academic plan which they must follow.This plan will assure that they will be able tocomplete their degree with the timeframe to meetSAP. These students may only apply for a studentloan after mid-term. At this time the studentmust provide a copy of his/her mid-term grades tothe student loan officer for review. If the studenthas a “C” average at mid-term, he/she will be allowedto apply for a student loan after attendingin person entrance counseling and submitting abudget worksheet to the loan officer. This doesnot replace the steps that have to be completedonline for a student loan.Note: Financial aid suspension does not preventstudents from attending MCC if they arenot on academic suspension.Student Consumer InformationIn compliance with Section 493A of the HigherEducation Act of 1965 as amended, certainconsumer information will be made availableto any student or prospective student at MeridianCommunity College. This information willinclude a description of all financial aid programs,application procedures, eligibility requirements,criteria for recipient selection, a statement of therights and responsibilities of students, means ofpayments and any other financial aid information.Information will also be made available concerningcost of attendance, academic programs,refund policy, student retention, the number andpercentage of students completing programs ifavailable, assistance for the disabled, and othergeneral information pertaining to MCC. The financialaid office will provide this informationto students requesting it or help students obtainthe information.Refund Policy for Recipients ofTitle IV Federal Financial AidWho Completely Withdraw fromMeridian Community CollegeRecipients of Federal Title IV Financial Aid whocompletely withdraw from classes are requiredto have their award recalculated. Federal Title IVFinancial Aid includes: Federal Pell Grant, FederalSupplemental Educational Opportunity Grant(FSEOG), and Federal Direct Stafford StudentLoans.The Higher Education Amendments of 1998 define“withdrawal” as failure to complete the period ofattendance on which federal aid eligibility wasbased. Therefore, this policy affects not only thoseindividuals who complete the formal withdrawalnotification process, but also those studentswho simply stop attending classes. In eithercase, when a recipient of Title IV funds ceasesattendance during a term, MCC must calculatehow much federal aid was earned and how muchwas unearned. The amount of aid a student hasearned for the term is based on the length oftime the student remains enrolled for that term.The unearned amount must be returned to theTitle IV programs.MCC will begin by determining the percentageof the term completed. This percentage is determinedby dividing the number of calendar dayscompleted as of the date of withdrawal by thetotal number of calendar days in the term.• If the student withdraws on or before the 60percent of the term has elapsed, the percentageof federal aid earned is equal to the percentageof the term completed.• If the student withdraws after 60 percent of theterm has elapsed, the percentage of federal aidearned is equal to 100 percent.The amount of federal aid earned is equal to thepercentage of funds earned multiplied by the totalamount of funds that was disbursed (or couldhave been disbursed) as of the day the studentwithdrew.Repayment of the unearnedamountMCC will return the lesser of:• Total amount of unearned aid or• Institutional charges multiplied byunearned percentThe student will return:• The amount of unearned federal aid afterMCC has returned its share44 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogUnearned funds are first applied (paid back) toany Title IV loans borrowed during the term.Unearned funds are required to be returned toTitle IV loans in the following order:• Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loan• Federal Subsidized Stafford Loan• Federal PLUS LoanWhen the school must return loan funds to thelender on the student’s behalf (or parent’s in thecase of a PLUS loan), the student’s account will becharged for this amount. When the federal calculationdetermines, instead, that it is the student’s(or parent’s) responsibility to return funds directlyto the lender, the unearned funds are repaid inaccordance with the terms of the loan.If unearned funds remain after all loans havebeen repaid, the remaining unearned fundsmust be credited to the Title IV programs in thefollowing order:• Federal Pell Grant• Federal SEOGWhen MCC must return grant funds on thestudent’s behalf, the student’s account will becharged for this amount. When the responsibilityfor repaying funds to the Title IV grant programsfalls to the student, the student is required toreturn only 50 percent of the grant overpaymentas calculated using the federal formula. Grantoverpayments may be collected according toarrangements satisfactory to the school, or byoverpayment collection procedures prescribedby the Department of Education.Federal Pell Grant ProgramThe Federal Pell Grant Program provides grantsto undergraduate students who have financialneed and meet the other general eligibilityrequirements for student financial assistance.Credit balances are paid at the end of the first nineweeks each semester (fall, spring). Pell Grantsare awarded during the summer to studentswho meet the above requirements. For detailsabout summer Pell Grants, contact the FinancialAid Office.To Apply for a Pell Grant• Complete the Free Application for Federal StudentAid (FAFSA) on the internet at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The paper forms are only available fromthe Department of Education. Students mayobtain up to 3 paper copies by calling 1-800-433-3243. Financial aid personnel will gladlyhelp with any questions about completing theapplication. The student should list all schoolsthat he wants to receive the information.• Within two weeks after completing the FAFSAonline, or four weeks if completed by paper, theschool will receive the results electronically andthe student will receive a Student Aid ReportInformation Acknowledgment (SAR). If thestudent did not list MCC on the original application,the student should add MCC’s school codeonline to their FAFSA as soon as possible.If a student qualifies to receive a Pell Grant andhas submitted all necessary documentation, anaccount is established so that he/she may chargetuition and fees in the Business Office.Your financial aid will become active in theBookstore approximately three days prior to classstart date. Students receiving financial aid shoulddirect questions or problems to the Financial AidOffice. You will need your student ID and a copy ofyour class schedule to use your financial aid andto purchase textbooks in the bookstore.Federal Supplemental EducationOpportunity Grant (FSEOG)The FSEOG is a “need based” grant awarded toundergraduate students. Priority is given to studentswho receive Federal Pell Grants. These awards aremade on the availability of funds and are up to $400per semester.Mississippi Student Financial AidProgramsThe Mississippi Office of Student Financial Aid(MOSFA) provides aid to Mississippi students inthe form of scholarships, grants, and loans. Toapply for any State aid or to obtain a listing ofall programs available, log on to www.mississippiuniversities.comor contact the MOSFA at1-800-327-2980.Mississippi Tuition Assistance Grant(MTAG)MTAG is a grant supported by the state of Mississippito help students with the costs of going to45

Financial Information & ScholarshipsFinancial Information & Scholarshipsschool. Any student who is a Mississippi residentis eligible to apply for this grant. All studentswho apply must be able to prove that they havebeen a MS resident for the past year. Any studentapplying for and receiving MTAG must meetthe standard requirements established by theMississippi Post Secondary Education FinancialAssistance Board (Board) and the financial aid officeat Meridian Community College. This grant issubject to proration based on funding availability.Eligibility RequirementsFor high school seniors and students with less than12 college credit hours:• 15 or higher on the ACT• 2.5 or higher GPA• Enrolled as a full-time student• Not receiving the maximum Federal Pell GrantawardFor college students with 12 or more credit hours:• 2.5 or higher GPA on all college work attempted• Enrolled as a full-time student• Not receiving the maximum Federal Pell Grantaward• Not in default on a federal student loan or owe arefund on any federal or state fundsMississippi Eminent Scholars Grant(MESG)MESG is a grant supported by the state of Mississippito help students with the costs of going toschool. This grant is for students with exceptionalACT scores and high school GPA. Any student applyingfor and receiving MTAG/MESG must meetthe requirements established by the MississippiPost Secondary Education Financial AssistanceBoard (Board) and the financial aid office atMeridian Community College. This grant will paythe cost of full tuition and fees (up to $1500/sem)for students who qualify. Students who receivethis grant must be able to prove they have beenMS residents for the past year.Eligibility Requirements• 29 or higher on the ACT• 3.5 or higher GPA• First-time freshman out of high school• Enrolled as a full-time studentWorkforce Investment ActFunds (WIA)Financial Assistance is available for dislocatedworkers through the Workforce Investment Actof 1998. A dislocated worker is defined in threeways:• A person who has been laid-off from his/herjob for no fault of his/her own, usually throughdownsizing or plant closure;• A person who is a displaced homemaker;• A person who was financially supported by adislocated worker.To be considered for WIA funds, a student mustbe admitted to an approved program, must haveapplied for a Pell Grant and must have registeredwith the Mississippi State Employment Service.Eligibility is determined through the local WINCenter.William D. Ford Federal Direct LoanProgramThe College participates in the William D. FordFederal Direct Loan Program. This program offersthree types of student loans:• Subsidized Loan• Unsubsidized Loan• PLUS (parent) loanTo be eligible for a Direct loan, the student must:• Complete the Free Application for FederalStudent Aid (FAFSA),• Enroll in at least six (6) semester credit hours(half-time) at MCC,• Meet requirements of MCC’s Satisfactory AcademicProgress Policy (SAPP)*, and• Have a need as determined by the FAFSA andthe Cost of Attendance minus other aid.Other criteria may also apply.*Students who do not meet MCC’s SAPP Policy orwho are in need of additional financial assistancemay contact the student loan officer.Subsidized Federal Loan SummaryStudents must have unmet need, as determined bythe FAFSA to qualify for a Subsidized Student Loan.The federal government will pay the interest owed ona subsidized loan while the student is enrolled in atleast six credit hours and making satisfactory academicprogress as determined by the school.Unsubsidized Federal LoanSummaryBefore MCC can certify an UnsubsidizedLoan, eligibility for a Subsidized Loan will bedetermined. The Unsubsidized Loan is not aneed-based loan. The borrower is responsible forpaying the interest on this loan while in schoolas well as through the life of the loan.Federal PLUS Loan ProgramThis is also a loan authorized by the federal governmentfor parent borrowers to help pay for a dependentstudent’s education beyond high school. Thegovernment does not pay the interest on this loan.To Apply for a William D. FordFederal Direct LoanOnce a student’s eligibility criteria have beenmet, the student must call or come by MCC’sFinancial Aid Office and request a Student LoanApplication packet. The packet outlines in detailthe requirements that a student must complete inorder to apply for the loan. When the requirementsare completed and the information returned toMCC, the loan will be processed and awardedto the student, if eligible. The student willreceive an award letter notifying him/her of theamount of the student loan. If the student doesnot receive an award letter, the student shouldcheck MCC’s Eaglenet for award information ordocuments requested. Once a student’s loan hasbeen processed, the amount will not be increasedexcept in extenuating circumstances. Detaileddocumentation as to why the loan needs to beincreased must be presented to the loan officer.Once the information is reviewed, the studentwill receive the approval or denial of the increasein writing.Disbursement of Loan MoneyThe lender will disburse the student loan fundsto MCC in two separate and equal disbursementswithin the loan period. All charges owed toMCC will be taken out of the student’s first loandisbursement, so the student may not receive arefund from the first disbursement. Student loanrefunds will not be available to any student untilat least eight (8) weeks after the first day of thesemester. If, when the student loan funds aredisbursed or the student comes to pick up his/herloan refund check, the student is not attending atleast six (6) credit hours, the loan funds will bereturned to the Department of Education.Loan RepaymentRepayment of the loan begins six (6) monthsafter the student ceases to be enrolled at leasthalf time.Federal Work-Study ProgramThe Federal Work-Study Program provides onand off-campus employment opportunities foreligible students.To be considered for a Federal Work-Study job,the student must have applied for a Pell Grant,submitted a College Work-Study Job Applicationand have unmet financial need as determined bythe Federal Needs Analysis Methodology.46 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogThe number of hours a student may work duringthe academic year is determined by the job towhich he/she is assigned. Most jobs on campusaverage ten hours per week. All students are paidthe federal minimum wage per hour and are paidon a monthly basis. Students are employed towork in the library, residence halls, ProductionCenter, Admissions Office, Records Office, StudentServices, as assistants to instructors, and otherpositions.ScholarshipsMany students receive scholarships at MCCtotaling almost $500,000 each year whichare provided through several sources. See thefollowing section for detailed information aboutMCC scholarships.Applications for first-time freshman scholarshipsshould be filed at the same time admissionapplications are filed. Sophomore studentsand transfer students may begin applying forscholarships after February 1. To receive priorityconsideration for scholarships, applications shouldreach the Scholarship Coordinator’s Office by May1. Other applications are considered individuallyif funds are available.47

Financial Information & ScholarshipsScholarship ClassificationsMCCFoundationTuitionGuaranteeProgramMCCGoldPresident’sScholarshipPresidentPlusDean’sScholarshipThe MCC Foundation underwrites the cost of tuitionfor four semesters of study at MCC for any graduateof a Meridian or Lauderdale County High School orany home school graduate who resides in LauderdaleCounty and graduates from either the Meridian HomeSchool Association or Meridian Christian Home EducatorsGroup. By enrolling in the fall following their springgraduation, students retain the Tuition Guarantee forfour consecutive semesters provided they earn a 2.00GPA and maintain at least 12 hours each semester.Students must apply for Federal and State Financial Aid.Other requirements may change yearly. These funds arecoordinated with other aid programs.Based on the student’s ACT score and must meet allrequirements of the Tuition Guarantee program. Tomaintain Tuition Guarantee Plus funds, students mustearn a “C” average or above (2.0 on a 4.00 scale) eachsemester and maintain full-time status. Failure toremain enrolled full time will result in the forfeiture ofunderwritten tuition and the TG Plus funds for the currentand subsequent semesters. Students must apply forMCC Foundation Scholarships for their Sophomore year.ACT Score 21 or above awarded $600 semesterFull tuition scholarship. First-time, full-time freshmenwho are residents of Mississippi are eligible if theymeet all MCC admissions requirements and score 25 orabove on the ACT. Students must remain full time andmaintain a 2.5 GPA to receive the scholarship for fourconsecutive semesters. Applicants should apply for thisscholarship as soon as they receive their ACT score sinceawards are made on a first-come basis. No award willbe made after the first day of class.This scholarship is for books/educational needs.First-time, full-time freshmen who are residents ofMississippi are eligible if they meet all MCC admissionsrequirements and score 25 or above on the ACT. Studentsmust remain full time and maintain a 2.5 GPA toreceive the scholarship for four consecutive semesters.Applicants should apply for this scholarship as soon asthey receive their ACT score since awards are made on afirst-come basis. No award will be made after the firstday of class.One-half tuition scholarship. First-time, full-timefreshmen who are residents of Mississippi are eligible ifthey meet all MCC admissions requirements and score20-24 on the ACT. Students must remain full time andmaintain a 2.0 GPA to receive the scholarship for fourconsecutive semesters. Applicant should apply for thescholarship as soon as they receive their ACT score asawards are made on a first-come basis. No award willbe made after the first day of class.MCCFoundationScholarshipsEagleScholarshipMCCAchievementScholarshipFine ArtsScholarshipAthleticScholarshipValedictorianSalutatorianEagle Scout/Girl ScoutAwards vary. Award is based on academic excellence,program of study, extracurricular activities, financialneed, and desire to achieve. Students must normallymaintain full-time status, but some of these scholarshipsare designated for part-time students. Thesescholarships are made possible through the generosityof contributors to The Meridian Community CollegeFoundation.Awards vary. Scholarships are presented to enteringMCC freshmen who graduate from high school withnotable achievements in academics, leadership skills,extensive extracurricular activities, exceptional testscores and other factors that indicate academic merit orfinancial need. Recipients must be full-time studentsand maintain a 2.0 GPA. Eagle Scholarships areawarded for one year.Awards vary. Awards are based on academic excellence,program of study, extracurricular activities, financialneed, and the desire to achieve. Recipients must befull-time students and have completed at least oneacademic year of college. Recipients must maintain a2.0 grade point average each semester. Students mustreapply each year for the MCC Achievement Scholarship.Awards vary. Faculty may recognize students withtalent in music, drama, or art by awarding scholarshipsbased on auditions or portfolios. Recipients must befull-time students.Awards vary. Recipients must meet eligibility rules ofMCC. Selections are made by the coaching staff basedon scouting observations and/or tryouts. Recipientsmust be full-time students.Full tuition scholarship. First-time, full-time freshmenwho are residents of Mississippi are eligible if theymeet all MCC admissions requirements and served asvaledictorian of their graduating class. Students mustremain full time and maintain a 2.0 GPA to receive thescholarship for four consecutive semesters.One-half tuition scholarship. First-time, full-timefreshmen who are residents of Mississippi are eligible ifthey meet all MCC admissions requirements and servedas salutatorian of their graduating class. Students mustremain full time and maintain a 2.0 GPA to receive thescholarship for four consecutive semesters.One-half tuition scholarship. First-time, full-timefreshmen who are residents of Mississippi are eligible ifthey meet all MCC admissions requirements and providedocumentation verifying their Eagle Scout/ Gold Award.Lauderdale County graduates will receive this moneyin addition to their Tuition Guarantee funds. Studentsmust remain full time and maintain a 2.0 GPA to receivethe scholarship for four consecutive semesters. Noaward will be made after the first day of class.48 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogScholarship PoliciesThe following policies and regulations are used inadministering the scholarships for MCC:• All scholarship recipients must maintain fulltimestatus (12 or more semester hours). Anyrecipient who falls below full time will not beeligible for an academic scholarship in futuresemesters and possibly the current semester.• All scholarship recipients must maintain thegrade point average as specified in their awardletter. There is no probationary period.• Any scholarship recipient dismissed fromschool for disciplinary reasons forfeits his/her scholarship and is not eligible for anotherscholarship.• A scholarship recipient who fails to attendschool in consecutive fall/spring semesterforfeits his/her award.• Scholarships do not cover fees, such asregistration, technology, safety and security,or summer school tuition and fees.www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalog• Any scholarship recipient who officiallyor unofficially withdraws forfeits his/herscholarship. The student will then be ineligiblefor a scholarship for the following semester ofattendance.• Any scholarship recipient who withdraws fromschool is encouraged, but not required to payback any of his/her scholarship. The student willnot receive any refund of scholarship money.• Scholarships are awarded for a maximum offour semesters.• Any student in default on any type of financialaid is not eligible to receive any scholarship.Additional Policies for President’sand Dean’s Scholarships• President's and Dean's scholarships are onlyawarded to first-time, full-time freshmen fromthe State of Mississippi. To qualify, studentsmust attend MCC the fall semester immediatelyfollowing their high school graduation.Students who attend MCC during the summerFinancial Information & Scholarshipsfollowing their high school graduation areeligible for a President's or Dean's scholarshipin the fall. Students must apply before the firstday of fall semester classes.• President's and Dean's scholarships areawarded on the basis of the date a completedfile is received in the Financial Aid Office, noton the individual’s ACT score. A completed filefor a President's or Dean's scholarship includesa scholarship application and a copy of thestudent’s high school transcript, including theACT scores.• Scholarship awards cannot be raised after thefirst day of classes for the first semester ofenrollment.• President's and Dean's scholarships are givenfor four semesters (excluding summers)provided the student maintains full-time status(12 or more semester hours) and the requiredgrade point average.The MCC Foundation ScholarshipsListed below are some of the scholarships that are funded through The MCC Foundation. Recipients must maintain at least a “C” average and most require thata student be enrolled full time.Casteel MemorialScholarshipsWilliam D. MobleyMemorial ScholarshipsEmily Louise McDonaldMemorial ScholarshipsMaude Smith MemorialScholarshipA. C. Johnson/Civitan ClubScholarshipStructural Steel ServicesScholarshipsAwarded to students who are majoringin or interested in art or a related field.Students must be taking an art class.Awarded to second-year Dental Hygienestudents.Given to outstanding first-year nursingstudents for continuing study during theirsecond year.Given to a sophomore Tuition Guaranteestudent who has an exceptional record infreshman English courses. Financial needand career plans are also considered.Given to an MCC student who is eithera relative of a Civitan Club member orwho is a special education or elementaryeducation major. Designated for books.Given to deserving MCC students whoseparents or spouses work at StructuralSteel Services.Key Brothers ScholarshipGlen Deweese MathScholarshipSusie Burton ShortMemorial ScholarshipNicholas GianakosMemorial ScholarshipRalph E. Young MemorialScholarshipRuth Van Dyke NelsonMemorial ScholarshipBarnett All America CityScholarshipsAwarded to a Meridian or LauderdaleCounty graduate with a 3.00 or higherGPA.Given to a sophomore student over 25years of age who is interested in math ora related field.Awarded to a student in the LPN Programwith a “B” or better in all nursing classes;good clinical performance; leadershippotential; and exemplary work ethic.Awarded to MCC students in theuniversity transfer program.Awarded to sophomore business majors.Based on merit and need.Awarded to students who plan to transferto a university. Based on merit and need.Given to employees of the City of Meridian.Awarded on a first-come, first-servedbasis, this scholarship pays for one courseper semester.49

Financial Information & ScholarshipsFinancial Information & ScholarshipsC. B. Bailey MemorialScholarshipGeorge and Etta MacBounds MemorialScholarshipAustin and Alice JamesScholarshipStennis “Judge” LittleMemorial ScholarshipMabel and S. Carl MerrittScholarshipMadeline Scott CallahanMemorial ScholarshipJack Shank HistoryScholarshipRea, Shaw, Giffin & StuartScholarshipD. P. and Ruby SelfScholarshipReva BreckenridgeMemorial ScienceScholarshipA. D. Burdette MemorialScholarshipWinnie P. CramptonMemorial NursingScholarshipLinda and Marty DavidsonScholarshipW. H. Entrekin FamilyMusic ScholarshipSara and Sam NiemetzScholarshipGiven to outstanding students. Based onmerit and need.Given to students with a good academicrecord and financial need.Given to university transfer students whoare taking or have taken accounting.Student must have made an “A” inaccounting and have a 3.5 GPA.Given to students who have completedat least 6 hours with a “B” average. Parttimestudents are eligible.Given to outstanding students. Based onneed.Awarded to a student in a health programwho has shown a quest for knowledgeand a willingness to help others.Given to an education major who plansto specialize in history or social studies.Based on merit and need.Given to an accounting or computerscience major. Based on merit and need.Preference given to a Tuition Guaranteestudent.Awarded on the basis of academic excellenceand financial need.Given to a student who plans to be ateacher, preferably in the sciences.Awarded to a student majoring inmathematics.Given to a deserving nursing student.Awarded based on scholasticachievement, leadership ability,leadership potential, and financial need;“B” average required.Awarded to a student who is interestedin music.Awarded to math majors who havecompleted 6 hours of transferable mathcourses with a 3.5 average in thoseclasses.Eva Mae Gilbert EdwardsMemorial ScholarshipJack Malone MemorialScholarshipRobert Cochran MemorialScholarshipBill and Gay WhitworthScholarshipJoyce Morrison MemorialScholarshipBo Russell/MeridianExchange Club ScholarshipMiriam RobersonMemorial NursingScholarshipCharles ArmstrongScholarshipWilliam and DorothyLerner MemorialScholarshipWilliam and DorothyLerner Memorial BusinessScholarshipElizabeth Welsh RileyMemorial ScholarshipBig and Ham SandersMemorial ScholarshipDorothy McCauley BatesMemorial ScholarshipC. B. “Dough” and AliceRawlings MemorialScholarshipMae Carroll ThorntonScholarshipAwarded to a deserving full-time student.Awarded to a student in the constructiontrades program.Awarded to a graduating sophomorewho plans to attend Mississippi StateUniversity or Millsaps College; has to havebeen a contender for the Ivy Scholarships;academic performance is the principalcriteria.Awarded to a sophomore student. Basedon merit and need.Given to nursing students with priorexperience in health field upgrading theircareer. Must have “B” average.Given to an incoming freshman fromMeridian or Lauderdale County. Based onneed and high school record.Given to outstanding nursing studentsfor continuation of their studies in theirsecond year.Given to outstanding Meridian Highseniors who will be attending MCC.Given to an MCC student whodemonstrates financial need.Given to a deserving business ormarketing student.Awarded to sophomore nursing studentswho are active in the community andwho have shown an exceptional caringattitude in clinical settings.Awarded to sophomore university transferstudents. Based on merit and need.Given to sophomore math or physicalscience majors.Awarded to students who participate insports as a manager, trainer, batgirl orcheerleader. Based on merit and need.Given to a student who is a mother and isstudying in a health care program.Cecil and Doris SealeScholarshipMCC Alumni & FriendsScholarshipReuben S. JohnsonMemorial ScholarshipNorthwood Men’s GolfAssociation ScholarshipKiwanis Club ScholarshipsDr. Jeff HollingsworthMemorial ScholarshipDr. William J. Anderson, Jr.Memorial ScholarshipCatherine Hovious NursingScholarshipRodney WalkerTechnology ScholarshipBeverly Barham MemorialScholarshipSallie Mae Bell MemorialScholarshipDr. Dan ThorntonMemorial NursingScholarshipMary Ann Bonney RileyElementary EducationScholarshipHarry and Vivian BoureauScholarshipGiven to a deserving student who is in atwo-year degree program.Awarded to a sophomore student basedon merit/need.Awarded to a student in the final year ofthe Associate Degree Nursing Programwho has an outstanding academic record,who has financial need, and who hasbeen active in student and communityorganizations.Given to a student who enjoys playinggolf. Does not have to be on golf team.Awarded to students who show promisein academics and citizenship. Designatedfor books.Awarded to a student in the final year ofthe Associate Degree Nursing Programwho has an outstanding academic record,who has financial need, and who hasbeen active in student and communityorganizations.Awarded to a student in the final year ofthe Associate Degree Nursing Programwho has an outstanding academic record,who has financial need, and who hasbeen active in student and communityorganizations.Awarded to an outstanding AssociateDegree Nursing student.Given to an engineering or drafting majorwho has financial need.Given to a deserving student who demonstratesneed. Prefer recipient be memberof Dusty Social Service Club.Given to a student who is a graduate ofa Lauderdale County high school who isstudying elementary education and has afinancial need.Given to a deserving nursing student.Given to an elementary education major.Given to a sophomore music major.50 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogEmma Ruth CorbanScholarshipMarshall and MiriamDeonier MemorialScholarshipJohn and Ann JohnsonScholarshipJacob Chester FristMemorial ScholarshipWalter and CoraThompson JohnsonScholarshipThomas Y. MinnieceMemorial ScholarshipGloria Nuckolls MemorialScholarshipDr. O. D. Polk, Sr. MemorialScholarshipDan Self/Robbie JonesPre-Law ScholarshipTommy Webb MemorialBusiness ScholarshipRadio People ScholarshipDixie Highway High SchoolScholarshipMitchell CompaniesScholarshipsH. M. Ivy ScholarshipsEli Pacetti MemorialScholarshipMaude Reid HistoryScholarshipAwarded to a student majoring in socialscience.Awarded to students majoring in religiousstudies.Awarded to a business or education majorwho is a graduate of a Lauderdale Countyschool. Must have a C average.Given to a nursing student with financialneed.Given to a graduate of West LauderdaleHigh School who exhibits citizenship,academic excellence, and versatility.Given to a student from Latin America.Awarded to a student in a healtheducation program who has financialneed.Awarded to an African-American or internationalstudent in the Associate DegreeNursing Program. Preference is given tosingle mothers. Must have “B” average.Given to a student who plans to pursue acareer in law.Awarded to an outstanding businessstudent.Given to an outstanding student in theBroadcast Communication TechnologyProgram.Awarded to an outstanding student; preferencegiven to a descendant of a DixieHighway School graduate. Designatedfor books.One awarded to a sophomore in theGraphic Design Technology Program; oneawarded to a business major.Awarded to outstanding May graduatesof MCC.Awarded to an instrumental musicstudent.Awarded to a student majoring in historyeducation.51

Financial Information & ScholarshipsFinancial Information & ScholarshipsJacob Toney MemorialScholarshipUpward BoundScholarshipsHotel Restaurant Supply/Jerry Greene ScholarshipMarguerite JenkinsEnglish ScholarshipEd Lewis MemorialScholarshipWTOK ScholarshipMargaret Reed DulaneyMemorial ScholarshipGeorge J. BlackwellScholarshipMargaret and Bill SmylieScholarshipCharles and Jean WinrightScholarshipDr. George HowellMemorial ScholarshipLee Anne Smith MemorialScholarshipDr. Lemann H. and WilmaS. Bounds ScholarshipBill Herndon/DowntownOptimist Club ScholarshipS. A Rosenbaum/BankPlusScholarshipDr. Jeff AndersonMemorial ScholarshipKathleen Newby McDanielMemorial ScholarshipEddie HolladayScholarshipAwarded to a Clarke County resident in ahealth program.Recipients selected through Boys andGirls Club.Awarded to a local student majoring inHotel/Restaurant Management Technology.Awarded to a student majoring in Englisheducation.Awarded to a deserving student.Awarded to a deserving student in BroadcastCommunication Technology Program.Awarded to a deserving student.Awarded to a deserving student.Awarded to a single parent with definiteneed in the nursing program.Awarded to a Tuition Guarantee studentbased on merit.Awarded to a student in the nursing programwith an excellent academic record.Preference to Tuition Guarantee students.Awarded to a deserving student in theUniversity Transfer Program.Awarded to a student in the health field.Awarded to a Lauderdale County studentwho graduates from the GED Program atMCC.Awarded to students in the ConstructionTrades program.Awarded to a student in their final yearof the Associate Degree Nursing Programwho has an outstanding academic record,who has financial need, and who hasbeen active in student and communityorganizations.Awarded to a deserving Tuition Guaranteestudent; covers full tuition, fees andbooks.Awarded to a deserving student based onmerit or need.Garnett and James CoxWilbourn MemorialScholarshipWilliam J. Gunn MemorialScholarshipDr. William J. Anderson, IIIMemorial ScholarshipMattie D. Hart-EmmaDonald Music ScholarshipLinda and Billy HowardComputer TechnologyScholarshipChuck NicholsonCommunity Bank VeteranScholarshipRoyalty EducationScholarshipMarilyn HamptonMemorial ScholarshipClare Reynolds MemorialNursing ScholarshipL.J. Davis MemorialScholarshipRichard F. Riley, M.D.,Nursing ScholarshipAwarded to a deserving Tuition Guaranteestudent based on merit and need.Selection made by the Foundation Office.Awarded to a student in the final year ofthe Associate Degree Nursing Programwho has an outstanding academic record,who has financial need, and who hasbeen active in student and communityorganizations.Awarded to a student in the final year ofthe Associate Degree Nursing Programwho has an outstanding academic record,who has financial need, and who hasbeen active in student and communityorganizations.Awarded to a music major to be used formusic supplies.Awarded to a student studying computertechnology.Awarded to a veteran who has served in acombat area.Awarded to an outstanding graduatingsophomore who plans to continue his/her education in a field dedicated to workwith young people.Awarded to a deserving student.Awarded to an outstanding studententering the third semester of theAssociate Degree Nursing Program.Awarded to a graduate of EnterpriseHigh School entering the UniversityTransfer Program or a Career andTechnical Education Program at MCC.Criteria include potential for leadership,academic, excellence, and high moralstandards.Awarded to an outstanding student enteringthe third semester of the AssociateDegree Nursing Program. Preference isgiven to a male student.Evans Phi Theta KappaAwardKaren Bounds HamiltonMemorial NursingScholarshipLaurie M. Autry MemorialScholarshipGerald Price MemorialScholarshipLucile ReismanRosenbaum MemorialScholarshipKatherine Stanford FosterMemorial ScholarshipClifton M. “Buddy” DavisMemorial ScholarshipNorma Rawlings WebbScholarshipThomas and NormaBourdeaux ScholarshipState Farm CompaniesScholarshipG. V. “Sonny” MontgomeryTuition GuaranteeScholarshipT. H. and Allie HobgoodScholarshipAlexander Ott/TheCrossings ScholarshipAwarded to the chapter president of PhiTheta Kappa.Awarded to an outstanding studententering the third semester of theAssociate Degree Nursing Program.Awarded to an outstanding student in thePhysical Therapist Assistant Program.Awarded to an outstanding student in theMedical Laboratory Technology Program.Awarded to a graduating MCC studentwho is transferring to a senior university.Scholastic performance, exceptional leadership,and financial need are the criteria.The funds are to be paid directly to theinstitution of the recipient’s choice.Awarded to a student who is a memberof Central Baptist Church, 2nd preferenceto a choral student. This is designated forbooks.Awarded to a Clarke County (MS) studentwho plays golf: if one is not available, itmay go to a Lauderdale County student.Awarded to a non-traditional femalesingle parent student.Awarded to a student with a ‘B’ averagewho is studying pre-law, history, or politicalscience. Second priority is given to anart student.Awarded to a non-traditional studentbased on financial need and merit.Awarded to a Tuition Guarantee studentwho displays academic excellence andleadership skills.Awarded to a Tuition Guarantee studentwho displays academic excellence andleadership skills.Awarded to (1) a sibling of Alexander Ott;(2) employees or children of employees ofThe Crossings; (3) a student who has beenin foster care; (4) a deserving studentwho has a financial need.52 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogSarah Cox Moore andNannie Moore HudsonMemorial ScholarshipRichard and CharlotteArmstrong ScholarshipKeli Breanne BrownMemorial ScholarshipGerry Wayne PurvisScholarshipEdward T. LaffertyScholarshipMarcella and HubertLangford ScholarshipHMP Nursing ServicesNursing ScholarshipMeridian Rotary ClubScholarshipInternal Medicine NursingScholarshipGeorge and Jo ReaMemorial ScholarshipKing’s Daughters andSons Earnest WorkersScholarshipEdwin Arlo JoinerScholarshipAwarded to a student pursuing adegree with an emphasis in music. Firstpreference should go to a student whoplans to serve in church music.Awarded to a student who shows promisein academics and citizenship.Awarded to a graduate of West LauderdaleHigh School who plans to pursuea degree in physical therapy or physicaltherapist assistant. Preference may alsobe given to members of HOSA or studentswho played high school tennis.First priority in awarding given to astudent who is a child of an employee ofPurvis Business Machines; second prioritybased on merit and need.Awarded to an Associate Degree Nursingstudent who resides outside of LauderdaleCounty. Recipient must havemaintained a “B” average in high schooland be in need of financial aid.Awarded to a deserving student; designatedfor books.Awarded to a nursing student chosen bythe MCC nursing faculty and HMP NursingServices. Recipient must be willing towork for HMP Nursing Services for twoyears after graduation.Awarded to a local student in the UniversityTransfer Program who is majoring ineducation.Awarded to a student in the AssociateDegree Nursing Program.Awarded to a student in the UniversityTransfer Program studying accounting.Selection is based on merit and need.Awarded to a Licensed Practical Nursewho is advancing his/her training in theAssociate Degree Nursing Program.West Lauderdale High School graduateor graduate who attends Midway BaptistChurch; priority given to constructiontrades and health care career students.53

Financial Information & ScholarshipsFinancial Information & ScholarshipsAnn and Ken Joyner BookScholarshipsJames Joseph (J J)Hawkins MemorialNursing ScholarshipKelley HumphreysMemorial NursingScholarshipEddie Smith MemorialScholarshipRecycled and RenewedAllied Health ScholarshipSonny Ruff Excellence inNursing ScholarshipAnderson Support andDevelopment FoundationAllied Health ScholarshipAnderson Board ofDirectors ScholarshipKelley ElizabethHumphreysAwarded to deserving students who needfinancial assistance.Awarded on the basis of academic excellenceand financial need.Awarded to a student who has completedthe first semester of the Associate DegreeNursing or LPN Program; C grade pointaverage; Mississippi resident; mustsubmit letter indicating basis and reasonsfor financial need.Awarded on the basis of academic excellenceand financial need.1st priority given to a nursing studentwho is a organ transplant recipient;2nd priority given to a nursing or alliedhealth student that is an organ donor orimmediate family member of an organdonor; 3rd priority living organ donor orimmediate family member that has beena living organ donor.Awarded to a male Associate DegreeNursing student with financial hardshipthat demonstrates excellence in nursingand maintains a “B” average.Awarded each spring semester to twoAllied Health students.Awarded to a student in the final year ofthe Associate Degree Nursing Programwho has an outstanding academic record,financial need, and who has been activein student and community organizations.Awarded to a full-time student in theAssociate Degree Nursing Program whohas completed at least one semester, hasa “C” average, is a U.S citizen, and is a Mississippiresident. Student must submit aletter verifying financial need.L. C. Barrell FamilyScholarshipCEFCO ScholarshipCharles E. Young, Sr.ScholarshipCarney-Nelson ScholarshipErika’s Hope MemorialScholarshipMargaret F. ButlerMemorial ScholarshipLloyd Wilton MarsalisMemorial ScholarshipWilliam G. Riley, M.D.Memorial ScholarshipAwarded to a Meridian High Schoolgraduate who plans to work in a field thatwill advance the growth and preservationof our natural landscape. Scholastic performance,leadership ability, and financialneed are considered in the selection.Awarded to a full-time student maintaininga 3 point grade average. First preferenceshould be given to an employee ofCEFCO or its affiliates. Second preferenceshould be a child or grandchild of anemployee. Third preference should bea student studying in a business relatedfield.Awarded to a student in the MCC CosmetologyProgram.Awarded to a student studying veterinarymedicine, science, or nursing; designatedfor books, fees, and tuition, if studentis eligible for Tuition Guarantee. Firstpreference should be an employee ofAnimal Medical Supply and/or PoplarSprings Animal Hospital. Second preferenceshould be a child of an employee ofabove.Awarded to a student who has utilizedassistance through Care Lodge or WesleyHouse. Student should be a U.S citizen.“B” average must be maintained.Awarded to a student in the UniversityTransfer Program. First preference is astudent majoring in accounting. Scholarshipperformance, leadership ability andfinancial need are considered in selection.Awarded to a deserving West LauderdaleHigh School graduate in the UniversityTransfer Program. Selection is based onmerit and need.Awarded to a student in a health programwho has shown a quest for knowledgeand a willingness to help others. Selectionis based on merit and need.W. C. WinsteadScholarshipA T & T ScholarshipT. K. Dobbins MemorialScholarshipI. A. Rosenbaum MemorialScholarshipBill Johnson MemorialScholarshipPhil Hardin FoundationRichard Harper Howarth,Jr. Memorial ScholarshipHoward Barnett MemorialScholarshipConstruction Services/A. C.Terry ScholarshipAwarded to a student in the ConstructionTrades Program. Must maintain a “B”average. Scholastic ability, leadershipability, and potential financial need areconsidered in selection.Awarded to a Tuition Guarantee studentmajoring in Business. Selection is basedon merit and need.Awarded to a student that is majoring inMarketing/Sales. “B” average must bemaintained.Awarded to a Lauderdale County orMeridian High School graduate in theUniversity Transfer Program. Selection isbased on scholastic leadership, leadershippotential and financial need. Mustmaintain a “C” average.Awarded to a graduating sophomore whoplans to attend the University of Mississippiand major in Business. Selection isbased on scholastic ability and financialneed.Awarded to a male and female studentbased on financial need.Awarded to a student based on scholasticability and financial need.Awarded to a Tuition Guarantee student.Awarded to a student in the ConstructionTrades Program.Other External and MCC ScholarshipsLauderdale County/Meridian Junior MissFuture Teachers ofAmerica (FTA)Winston County HealthCare ScholarshipLanier Walker NavyLeague ScholarshipMississippi Band ofChoctaw IndianScholarshipsMCC Band and ChorusScholarshipsAwarded to the winners of the Junior MissCompetition.Given to a deserving education major.Given to a student in a health related fieldwho agrees to work after graduation inWinston County.Given to a deserving MCC student.The Choctaw Indian Tribe offers numerousscholarships to its constituents to attendMCC.Awarded to MCC band members or chorusmembers.54 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalog55

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section 7Programsof StudyMeridian Community CollegeCatalog 2013 - 2014CelebratingGeneral Education/Academic Affairs 59Workforce Education 68Division of Business 68Division of Emergency Services 77Division of Health Education 83Division of Industrial Technology 95Division of Nursing 10257

Programs of StudyPrograms of StudyMeridian Community College offers the degreesof Associate in Arts, Associate of Applied Scienceand certificates in the divisions of Business, HealthEducation, Nursing, Industrial Technology, EmergencyServices, and University Transfer. To receivethe Associate in Arts Degree (AA), Associate ofApplied Science Degree (AAS) or one- or two-yearCertificate from Meridian Community College, thestudent must complete the prescribed program ofstudy as outlined in the current catalog.The AA Degree is awarded to students in theUniversity Transfer Program who complete the38 semester hour Core Curriculum for UniversityTransfer and also complete an additional 24 semesterhours in approved transferable courses.Each University Transfer student, when admittedto MCC, is required to select an area of concentration,which parallels a university major. Thestudent’s advisor uses that area of concentrationand the catalog of the college or university towhich the student plans to transfer as tools foradvising the student regarding the appropriatecourses which should be taken in addition to theUniversity Transfer Core.The AAS Degree is awarded to students in thedivisions of Business, Health Education, Nursing,Industrial Technology and Emergency Serviceswho complete the programs of study specifiedin the catalog. The 15-semester hour Core Curriculumfor Career Programs is embedded in thecurriculum for each of these programs. For completeinformation on graduation requirements,see each program of study.Rationale for Required Core CoursesIn order for an educated person to function in today’sworld, we believe that a student who receives the A.A.degree or the A.A.S. degree should be able to read atthe college level, write correctly, utilize basic computerfunctions, communicate orally effectively, and solvehigher algebraic problems . We believe that these skillsare interconnected and delineate the minimum levelof attainment for an educated person. This belief isembodied in the 38 semester hour core curriculum forthe A.A. degree and in the 15 semester hour core curriculumfor the A.A.S. degree, both of which parallel thefirst two years of state universities’ core curricula. Thecollege ensures that its graduates demonstrate theseskills by successfully completing the core curriculumof their degree choices into which some combinationof these skills has been embedded. In particular, thecollege focuses on each of the skills as follows:Reading – MCC defines college reading skills as astudent’s ability to read and comprehend books, periodicals,and other materials at a level commensuratewith freshman and sophomore level college students.MCC ensures its graduates are competent in reading byits faculty’s selecting college level textbooks and otherreading materials for most courses and making readingassignments within those books and other materials.Very few MCC courses (such as some physical educationactivity courses) do not require a text. For any studentto achieve a passing grade in most MCC courses, he/she must score at a passing level on examinations thatare based in some part on information covered in therequired text. Therefore, by virtue of achieving passinggrades in MCC courses, all graduates demonstratereading proficiency.Writing and Computer Skills – MCCdefines college writing skills as a student’s ability toconstruct effective sentences and paragraphs, applyrules of grammar and punctuation, spell correctly,select appropriate words, and to develop in writtenform clear, concise thoughts and ideas. These elementsare addressed in English Composition I (ENG 1113), acore curriculum graduation requirement for the A.A.and A.A.S. degrees at MCC. Correct writing is stressedthroughout the General Education/University Transfercourses. It is evaluated in tests, assignments, andresearch papers.MCC defines college computer skills as the ability ofa student to type, word process, save files, edit, print,navigate the Internet, conduct electronic research, anddemonstrate workplace writing skills (varied formatprocedures). MCC uses Blackboard, an online learningsystem which allows faculty to develop supplementalsites for extra course materials, tests, assignmentsdepository, research, and group work in General Education/University Transfer courses. Therefore, by virtueof successfully taking the core curricula, students gaincomputer skills.Oral Communication – MCC defines oral communicationskills as a student’s ability to effectivelycommunicate both informatively and persuasivelythrough conversation, group discussion, and publicpresentations. These skills are addressed inPublic Speaking (SPT 1113), a core curriculumrequirement for the A.A. and A.A.S. degrees atMCC. Therefore, MCC graduates demonstrateoral communication competency by virtue ofpassing SPT 1113.Higher Algebra – For the purposes of the A.A.degree, MCC defines higher algebra skills asanalyzing and solving inequalities; functions;linear and quadratic equations, circles, and theirgraphs; applications; polynomial and rationalfunctions; logarithmic and exponential functions;and systems of equations. These skills are taughtin College Algebra (MAT 1313). All A.A. graduatesof the college must pass College Algebra (MAT1313) or a higher mathematics course as a corecurriculum requirement. This requirement ensuresthat all A.A. graduates have the desired higheralgebra skills.For the A.A.S. degree, MCC promotes mathematicalskills that are pertinent to the careerfor which the student is preparing. Business andOffice Technology, Hotel/Restaurant Technology,Horticulture Technology, Broadcast CommunicationTechnology, and Graphics CommunicationTechnology require Business Math (BOT 1313).Health Information Technology requires HealthStatistics (HIT 2133), and Marketing ManagementTechnology requires Merchandising Math(MMM 1413).Other programs, such as Computer ProgrammingTechnology, Computer Network Technology, MedicalLab Technology, Physical Therapist Assistant,Radiological Technology, Drafting and DesignTechnology, Electronics Technology, AppliedElectronics Technology, Machine Tool Technology,Fire Protection Technology (at the universitytransfer level), and Telecommunications ServiceTechnology require a mathematics course at theIntermediate Algebra (MAT 1233) level or aboveas a component of the curriculum.The Associate Degree Nursing program featuresmathematics components in Nursing 1110, 1210,1320, 2110, and 2210. Mathematics elementsare part of the Respiratory Care Practitionercurriculum in RCT 1214, RCT 1313, RCT 1414,RCT 1424, RCT 1323, RCT 2434, and RCT 2713.For Fire Protection Technology, all students mustpass Fire Service Hydraulics (FFT 2313), whichfeatures elements of mathematics particular tothat discipline. Likewise the Emergency Managementand Communications Technology programprovides assurance of math skills through twocourses: ECT 2313, Hazardous Materials, and ECT2513, Financial Management.Dental Hygiene Technology requires Introductionto Chemistry (CHE 1113) as part of the curriculum.CHE 1113 requires students to demonstrate skillsin algebraic computations, including problemsinvolving fractions and decimals, balancingchemical equations, and solving for unknownquantities._____________________General Education/Academic AffairsUniversity Transfer ProgramsMichael Thompson, DeanGeneral Education includes those courses traditionallylabeled “arts and sciences” plus other experienceswhich give students a wide backgroundof interrelated knowledge. The purpose of thesecourses and experiences is to enable students tothink logically, to solve problems, and to clearlycommunicate their thoughts, choices, and solutions.General education provides the stimulus toencourage students to investigate more deeplythose unfamiliar areas that will enrich their livesand enable them to cope with the stresses andchanges of life in years to come.General Education Goals1. Clearly communicate in oral form.2. Clearly communicate in written form.3. Think logically.4. Solve problems.University Transfer-Associate in ArtsMCC offers the University Transfer Program forstudents who plan to transfer to a four-year institution.The University Transfer Program is parallelto the courses taken by freshmen and sophomoresat universities and senior colleges. Students whoplan to continue their studies at a universityshould secure a catalog from that school so thattheir schedules can be formatted to parallel thesenior institution’s curriculum.The University Transfer Associate in Arts degreeconsists of a series of core courses and a selection58 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogof transferable courses based on the student’sdesired major. Generally, one-half of the hours requiredfor a bachelor’s degree may be transferredfrom a community college to apply to a degree ata senior institution.While there are no programs designed for transferto senior institutions that require a minimum ACTscale for admission, the following is a guide forplacement in most general education coursesat MCC:Attain a 17 composite score on the ACT. (Somecourses require higher for placement purposes.)OrScore a 70 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection.OrEarn a “C” or above in Intermediate English (ENG0123).OrComplete 15 semester hours with a “C” averageor above at an accredited college or university.Developmental courses do not satisfy this requirement.Core Curriculum forUniversity Transfer:The Associate in Arts (AA) Degree is awarded tostudents who complete the 38 semester hourCore Curriculum for University Transfer and alsocomplete additional 24 semester hours in approvedtransferable courses. Note: CTE courseswill not count towards the AA degree.English Composition I & II. . . . . . . 6 hoursCollege mathematics . . . . . . . . . 3 hoursApproved choices: MAT 1313, MAT 1323MAT 1613Science with lab . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 hoursApproved choices: BIO 1113/1111, BIO1123/1121, BIO 1133/1131, BIO 1143/1141,BIO 1313/1311, BIO 1533/1531, BIO2413/2411, BIO 2423/2421, BIO 2513/2511,BIO 2523/2521, BIO 2923/2921, CHE1113/1111, CHE 1213/1211, CHE 1223/1221,PHY 2243/2241, PHY 2253/2251, PHY2413/2411, PHY 2423/2411, PHY 2515, PHY2525Mathematics/Science elective……..3-4 hoursApproved choices: Any math coursenumbered higher than College Algebra (MAT1313), any science w/lab course listed above.Public Speaking . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 hoursHumanities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 hoursApproved choices: ENG 2223, ENG 2233,ENG 2323, ENG 2333, ENG 2423, ENG 2433,HIS 1613, HIS 1163, HIS 1173, HIS 2213,HIS 2223, HUM 1113, MFL (Elementary orIntermediate French or Spanish), PHI (anyPhilosophy course).Fine Arts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 hoursApproved choices: ART 1113, ART 2713, ART2723, MUS 1113, MUS 2313, MUS 2323, SPT2233Social/Behavioral Sciences . . . . . . 6 hoursApproved choices: CRJ 1313, ECO 2113, ECO2123, EPY 2533, GEO 1123, PSC 1113, PSY1513, SOC 2113, SOC 2143, SOC 2213Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 hoursThere is a direct correlation between the qualityof one’s health and his/her capacity to learnand function well in society. Meridian CommunityCollege’s physical education courses promotepersonal wellness, which transcends curricularconsiderations, and is rather a lifelong goal forevery human being. Thus, the college stronglyencourages students to enroll in a physical educationcourse as a degree plan elective.59

Programs of StudyPrograms of StudyThe following charts detail some of the most common University Transfer options pursued by MCC students. These course frameworks are only SAMPLES.Students MUST consult the current catalog of the institution to which they intend to transfer for specific requirements. No baccalaureate degrees are awardedat Meridian Community College.Pre-ArchitectureMississippi State UniversityRequired Courses/Electives Course Symbol/Number Credit HoursEnglish Composition I & II ENG 1113, 1123 6Public Speaking SPT 1113 3Social/Behavioral Science SOC, PSY, PSC, ECO 3History HIS (continuous sequence) 6Fine Arts ART 2713, or ART 2723, MUS 1113, SPT 2233 3College Algebra MAT 1313 3Trigonometry MAT 1323 3Business Calculus I or Calculus I MAT 1513 or MAT 1613 3General Physics I & II PHY 2414, 2424 8Drawing I & II ART 1313, 1323 6General Electives Courses may be used toward a minor 18Total Hours 62ArtRequired Courses/Electives Course Symbol/Number Credit HoursEnglish Composition I & II ENG 1113, 1123 6Public Speaking SPT 1113 3Literature ENG--(ENG 2423 preferred @ USM) 6History-World Civilization I, II HIS 1163, 1173 6Social/Behavioral Science Any social/behavioral science course 6Lab Sciences BIO, CHE, PHY 8College Algebra MAT 1313 or higher 3Art History I & II ART 2713, 2723 6Drawing I & II ART 1313, 1323 6Design I & II ART 1433, 1443 6Three-Dimensional Design ART 1453 3Elective 3Total Hours 62NOTE: *Students MUST refer to the catalog of the university to which they plan to transfer for specific requirements.Athletic Training/Exercise ScienceRequired Courses/Electives Course Symbol/Number Credit HoursEnglish Composition I & II ENG 1113, 1123 6Public Speaking SPT 1113 3Literature ENG (any literature) 6History HIS 1163, 1173 6General Psychology PSY 1513 3*Introduction to Sociology SOC 2113 3Social Science GEO 1123, PSC 1113 or SOC 2143 3Fine Arts ART 1113, MUS 1113 or SPT 2233 3Anatomy & Physiology I & II BIO 2514, 2524 8*General Physics I w/lab PHY 2413/2411 (required at USM) 4College Algebra MAT 1313 3Trigonometry MAT 1323 (required at USM) 3Nutrition BIO 1613 3*Personal and Community Health HPR 1213 3*Athletic Training & Treatment of Injuries HPR 2443 3*Computer Science Elective CSC 1113 or higher 3*Total Hours 63* denotes pre-requisites must have a grade of “B” or higher.NOTE: Students MUST refer to the catalog of the university to which they plan to transfer for specific requirements.Business/AccountingRequired Courses/Electives Course Symbol/Number Credit HoursEnglish Composition I & II ENG 1113, 1123 6Public Speaking SPT 1113 3Literature ENG (any literature) 3History HIS (any history) 6General Psychology PSY 1513 3Political Science—American NationalGovernmentPSC 1113 (required @MSU) 3Fine Arts ART 1113 or MUS 1113 or SPT 2233 3Laboratory Sciences BIO, PHY, CHE 8College Algebra MAT 1313 3Business Calculus I MAT 1513 3Business Statistics BAD 2323 (required @ MSU & UM) 3Principles of Accounting I & II ACC 1213, 1223 (ACC 1223 not required @USM) 6Principles of Economics I & II ECO 2113, 2123 6Legal Environment of Business BAD 2413 3Computer Science Elective CSC 1113 3Total Hours 62NOTE: *Students MUST refer to the catalog of the university to which they plan to transfer for specific requirements.60 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalog61

Programs of StudyBiologyRequired Courses/Electives Course Symbol/Number Credit HoursEnglish Composition I & II ENG 1113, 1123 6Public Speaking SPT 1113 3Literature ENG (any literature) 3History HIS (any history) 6Social Science Elective PSY1513 or SOC 2113 3Fine Arts ART 1113, MUS 1113, or SPT 2233 3General Biology I and II BIO 1134, BIO 1144 8General Chemistry I & II CHE 1214, 1224 8General Physics I & II PHY 2414, 2424 8Organic Chemistry I & II CHE 2424, 2434 8College Algebra and Trigonometry or Calculus I and II MAT 1313 and MAT 1323 or MAT 1613 and MAT 1623 6Total Hours 62ChemistryRequired Courses/Electives Course Symbol/Number Credit HoursEnglish Composition I & II ENG 1113, 1123 6Public Speaking SPT 1113 3Literature ENG (any literature) 3History--World Civilization I & II HIS 1163, 1173 6Social Sciences ECO, GEO, PSC, PSY, SOC 3Fine Arts ART 1113 or MUS 1113 3General Chemistry I & II CHE 1214, 1224 8Organic Chemistry I & II CHE 2424, 2434 8General Physics I, II or General Physics I-A, II-A PHY 2414, 2424, 2515, 2525 8-10Calculus I, II MAT 1613, 1623 6Modern & Foreign Language MFL 6Elective Transferable elective 2Total Hours 62-64Computer ScienceRequired Courses/Electives Course Symbol/Number Credit HoursEnglish Composition I & II ENG 1113, 1123 6Public Speaking SPT 1113 3Literature ENG (any literature) 3History HIS 1163, HIS 2213, HIS 2223 3Fine Arts ART 1113, MUS 1113, SPT 2233 3Social Science ECO, GEO, PSC, PSY, SOC 6General Biology I w/lab BIO 1134 4General Physics I-A & II-A PHY 2515 & 2525 10General Chemistry I CHE 1214 4Calculus I, II, III MAT 1613, 1623, 2613 9Computer Science—Object-Oriented Programming CSC 6Electives 5Total Hours 62NOTE: *Students MUST refer to the catalog of the university to which they plan to transfer for specific requirements.62 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogCriminal Justice/Administration of JusticeRequired Courses/Electives Course Symbol/Number Credit HoursEnglish Composition I & II ENG 1113, 1123 6Public Speaking SPT 1113 3Literature ENG (any literature) 3History HIS 6Fine Arts Elective ART 1113, MUS 1113, SPT 2233 3Social/Behavioral Science ElectivesGEO 1113, PSC 1113, PSY 1513, SOC 2113,ECO 2113, ECO 21236Humanities Elective Any Philosophy or Religion 3Lab Science BIO, CHE, PHY 4Lab Science BIO, CHE, PHY 4College Algebra MAT 1313 3Statistics MAT 2323 3Major—Criminal Justice CRJ 1313, 1323, 1363, 2513 12Elective 6Total Hours 62Elementary EducationRequired Courses/Electives Course Symbol/Number Credit HoursEnglish Composition I & II ENG 1113, 1123 6Public Speaking SPT 1113 3Literature ENG (continuous sequence) 6History HIS (Am. His @ MSU; World Civ. @ USM) 6Fine Arts ART 1113 or MUS 1113 3General Psychology PSY 1513 (not required for MSU) 3Introduction to Sociology SOC 2113 (not required for MSU) 3Principles of Geography GEO 1123 3Biological Science BIO 1114 or 1124 4Physical Science PHY 2244 or 2254 4Another Science w/lab BIO or PHY 4College Algebra MAT 1313 3Real Number System MAT 1723 3Computer Science CSC 1113 or CSC 1123 (not required @ MSU) 3Personal and Community Health HPR 1213 (required @ USM and UM) 3Electives from Areas of Concentration *(See university catalog for specific electives) 5Total Hours 62Pre-EngineeringRequired Courses/Electives Course Symbol/Number Credit HoursEnglish Composition I & II ENG 1113, 1123 6Public Speaking SPT 1113 3Humanities Electives One subject area 6Social Science Electives ECO, GEO, PSC, PSY, SOC 6Fine Arts ART 1113 or MUS 1113 3Calculus I, II, III, IV MAT 1613, 1623, 2613, 2623 12Differential Equations MAT 2913 3Intoduction to Linear Algebra** MAT 2113 3General Chemistry I & II CHE 1214, 1224 8Physics I-A, II-a (calculus-based) PHY 2515, 2525 10Engineering Mechanics (Statics) EGR 2413 3Total Hours 63**Required for Computer, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering majorsNOTE: *Students MUST refer to the catalog of the university to which they plan to transfer for specific requirements.63

Programs of StudyForensics/Forensic ChemistryRequired Courses/Electives Course Symbol/Number Credit HoursEnglish Composition I & II ENG 1113, 1123 6Public Speaking SPT 1113 3Literature Continuous sequence 6History HIS 6Calculus I MAT 1613 3Calculus II MAT 1623 3General Chemistry I & II CHE 1214, 1224 8Organic Chemistry I & II CHE 2424, 2434 8General Physics I & II PHY 2414, 2424 8General Biology I & II BIO 1134, 1144 8Modern & Foreign Language MFL 3Total Hours 62NOTE: *Students MUST refer to the catalog of the university to which they plan to transfer for specific requirements.Health, Physical Education, and RecreationRequired Courses/Electives Course Symbol/Number Credit HoursEnglish Composition I & II ENG 1113, 1123 6Public Speaking SPT 1113 3Literature ENG (any literature) 3History I, II HIS (any history) 6General Psychology PSY 1513 3Sociology SOC 2113 6Fine Arts ART 1113, MUS 1113 3Lab Science BIO, PHY, CHE 4Anatomy & Physiology I BIO 2514 4College Algebra MAT 1313 3Personal and Community Health HPR 1213 3First Aid and CPR HPR 2213 3Nutrition BIO 1613 3Electives Must be transferable electives 12Total Hours 62Liberal Arts (English, History, Languages, etc.)Required Courses/Electives Course Symbol/Number Credit HoursEnglish Composition I & II ENG 1113, 1123 6Public Speaking SPT 1113 3Literature ENG (continuous sequence) 6History HIS 1163, HIS 1173 6Fine ArtsART 1113, ART 2713, ART 2723, MUS 1113,or SPT 22333Social Science ECO 2113, PSC 1113, PSY 1513, SOC 2113 6Humanities elective-(Introduction to Philosophy)PHI 2113 (not religion) 3Lab Sciences BIO, CHE, PHY 8Natural Science Any natural science 4College Algebra MAT 1313 3Mathematics (higher than MAT 1313) MAT 1323, MAT 1333, MAT 2323 3Modern & Foreign Language MFL (one language) 9Electives 3Total Hours 63 6364 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogMathematicsRequired Courses/Electives Course Symbol/Number Credit HoursEnglish Composition I & II ENG 1113, 1123 6Public Speaking SPT 1113 3Literature—(World Lit I & II) ENG 2423, ENG 2433 6History—World Civilization I & II HIS 1163, 1173 6Modern & Foreign Language MFL (one language) 6Social Science Electives PSC 1113, PSY 1513, SOC 2113 3Fine Arts ART 1113, MUS 1113, SPT 2233 3Lab Science sequence PHY 2515, 2525 10Lab Science CHE 1214, 1224 or BIO 1134, 1144 4Calculus I, II, III, IV MAT 1613, 1623, 2613, 2623 12Electives 3Total Hours 62MusicRequired Courses/Electives Course Symbol/Number Credit HoursEnglish Composition I & II ENG 1113, 1123 6Public Speaking SPT 1113 3World Literature I or II ENG 2423 or ENG 2433 3World Civilization I and II HIS 1163, 1173 6General Psychology PSY 1513 3Lab Sciences BIO, CHE, PHY 8College Algebra MAT 1313 3Music Theory MUS 1214, 1224, 2214, 2224 16Music History MUS 2313 3Piano 4Applied Major 8Ensemble 4Total Hours 67NOTE: *Students MUST refer to the catalog of the university to which they plan to transfer for specific requirements.Pre-PharmacyUniversity of MississippiRequired Courses/Electives Course Symbol/Number Credit HoursEnglish Composition I & II ENG 1113, 1123 6Public Speaking SPT 1113 3Humanities Electives ENG, HIS, PHI, MFL 6Social Science Electives Any social science courses 6Fine Arts ART 1113, MUS 1113, or SPT 2233 3Calculus I MAT 1613 3General Biology I & II BIO 1134, 1144 8General Chemistry I & II CHE 1214, 1224 8Organic Chemistry I & II CHE 2424, 2434 8General Physics I & II PHY 2414, 2424 8Economics II (Microeconomics) ECO 2123 3Statistics MAT 2323 3Total Hours 65Programs of Study65

Programs of StudyPre-Physical TherapyRequired Courses/Electives Course Symbol/Number Credit HoursEnglish Composition I & II ENG 1113, 1123 6Public Speaking SPT 1113 3Humanities HIS, PHI, MFL, ENG 6General Psychology PSY 1513 3Social Science ECO 2113, PSC 1113, or HIS 1163 3Fine Arts ART 1113, MUS 1113, or SPT 2233 3General Biology I & II BIO 1134, 1144 8Anatomy and Physiology I, II BIO 2514, 2524 8General Chemistry I & II CHE 1214, 1224 8General Physics I & II PHY 2414, 2424 8College Algebra MAT 1313 3Trigonometry MAT 1323 3Elective 3Total Hours 6566Pre-Medical/Pre-DentalRequired Courses/Electives Course Symbol/Number Credit HoursEnglish Composition I & II ENG 1113, 1123 6Public Speaking SPT 1113 3Literature (any literature) 3Fine Arts ART 1113, MUS 1113, SPT 2233 3Zoology I & II or General Biology I & II BIO 2414, 2424 or BIO 1134, 1144 8General Chemistry I & II CHE 1214, 1224 8Organic Chemistry I & II CHE 2424, 2434 8General Physics I & II PHY 2414, 2424 8General Psychology (required for dental school) PSY 1513 3College Algebra MAT 1313 3Trigonometry MAT 1323 3Statistics MAT 2323 (required @ UMMC) 3Electives Note: Some universities require Calculus I-(MAT 1613) 5Total Hours 64NOTE: *Students MUST refer to the catalog of the university to which they plan to transfer for specific requirements.Secondary EducationRequired Courses/Electives Course Symbol/Number Credit HoursEnglish Composition I & II ENG 1113, 1123 6Public Speaking SPT 1113 3Literature ENG 3History HIS (any sequence) 6Fine Arts ART 1113, MUS 1113, or SPT 2233 3General Psychology PSY 1513 3Social Sciences Any social science course 6Biological Science w/lab BIO 4Physical Science w/lab PHY 4College Algebra MAT 1313 3Math Any math course higher than MAT 1313 3Math/Science Elective If a science is chosen, a lab must be included 3Academic Teaching Area *Courses should be selected according to concentration area 15Total Hours 62Social WorkRequired Courses/Electives Course Symbol/Number Credit HoursEnglish Composition I & II ENG 1113, 1123 6Public Speaking SPT 1113 3Literature ENG (any literature) 3History HIS (any history) 3Humanities elective ENG, HIS, PHI 3Introduction to Philosophy PHI 2113 3General Psychology PSY 1513 3Political Science—American National GovernmentPSC 1113 3Principles of Economics I (Macroeconomics) ECO 2113 3Modern & Foreign LanguageSpanish I and IIMFL 1213, MFL 1223 6Introduction to Sociology SOC 2113 3Fine Arts ART 1113, MUS 1113, SPT 2233 3Anatomy & Physiology I w/ lab BIO 2514 4Physical Science w/lab PHY 2244 or PHY 2254 4Biological Science w/lab Any BIO w/lab 4College Algebra MAT 1313 3Statistics MAT 2323 3Computer Science Elective CSC 1113 or 1123 3Total Hours 63Pre-VeterinaryRequired Courses/Electives Course Symbol/Number Credit HoursEnglish Composition I & II ENG 1113, 1123 6Public Speaking SPT 1113 3Humanities electives ENG, HIS, MFL, PHI 6Social/Behavioral Science electives ECO, GEO, PSC, PSY, SOC 6Fine Arts ART 1113, MUS 1113, SPT 2233 3College Algebra MAT 1313 3Math elective (higher than MAT 1313) MAT 3Zoology I & II BIO 2414, 2424 4General Chemistry I & II CHE 1214, 1224 8Organic Chemistry I w/lab CHE 2424 4General Physics I w/lab PHY 2414 4Microbiology w/lab BIO 2924 4Nutrition BIO 1613 3Electives 5Total Hours 62NOTES: *Students MUST refer to the catalog of the university to which they plan to transfer for specific requirements.Programs of Studywww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalog www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalog67

Programs of StudyWorkforce EducationDr. Richie McAlister, Associate VicePresident for Workforce EducationThe Associate of Applied Science Degree isawarded to students in the divisions of Business,Health Education, Nursing, Industrial Technologyand Emergency Services who completethe program of study specified in the catalog.The 15/16-semester hour Core Curriculum forWorkforce Programs, listed below, is imbeddedin the curriculum for each program.English Composition I . . . . . . . . . . 3 hoursCollege Mathematics/Higher Math/Science with lab . . . . 3/4 hoursApproved choices: MAT 1313, MAT 1323, MAT1613, BIO 1113/1111, BIO 1123/1121, BIO1133/1131, BIO 1143/1141, BIO 2413/2411,BIO 2423/2421, BIO 2513/2511, BIO2523/2521, BIO 2923/2921, CHE 1113/1111,CHE 1213/1211, CHE 1223/1221, PHY2243/2241, PHY 2253/2251, PHY 2413/2411,PHY 2423/2411, PHY 2515, PHY 2525Public Speaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 hoursHumanities/Fine Arts . . . . . . . . . . 3 hoursApproved choices: ENG 2223, ENG 2233, ENG2323, ENG 2333, ENG 2423, ENG 2433, HIS 1163,HIS 1173, HIS 2213, HIS 2223, HIS 1613, HUM1113, ART 1113, MUS 1113, MUS 2423, SPT2233, ART 2713, ART 2723, MUS 2313, MUS2323, PHI (any Philosophy course).Social/Behavioral Science. . . . . . . . 3 hoursApproved choices: CRJ 1313, ECO 2113, ECO2123, EPY 2533, GEO 1123, PSY 1513, PSC1113, SOC 1113, SOC 2113, SOC 2143, SOC2213Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15/16 hoursThe college holds true that there is a direct correlationbetween the quality of one’s health andhis/her capacity to learn and function well in society.MCC’s physical education courses promotepersonal wellness, which transcends curricularconsiderations, and is rather a lifelong goal foreveryone. Thus, the college strongly encouragesstudents to enroll in a physical education courseas a degree plan elective.________________________Division of BusinessBroadcast CommunicationTechnology-Associate of AppliedScienceJosh Taylor, Program Coordinator/InstructorThe Broadcast Communication TechnologyProgram offers hands-on training in the field ofbroadcasting. Students learn audio and videoproduction, writing styles, and announcing forradio and television. The program offers studentspractical experience in producing, writing, editing,announcing, directing, reporting, and fieldand studio production. Students participate inthe production of campus-based television andradio programs and are also involved with livetelecasting of MCC sporting and campus events.Admission to the Broadcast CommunicationTechnology Program is competitive.Progression: To meet graduation requirements forthis program, students must successfully completethe specified courses listed below with a "C"average (grade point average of 2.00) or better. Agrade of "C" or higher is required in each BCT/MDTcourse to progress in the program.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain a 17 composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 70 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and an 89 or above on the SentenceSkills Section;OrEarn a “C” or above in Intermediate English (ENG0123) and Basic Speaking (SPT 0113);OrComplete 15 semester hours of program generaleducation coursework with an average of “C” orabove at an accredited college or university.Developmental coursework does not satisfy thisrequirement;AndAttend an orientation session with the programcoordinator when all other requirements aremet.Students entering the program for the first timemust contact the program coordinator prior toenrolling in any BCT/MDT course.Students enrolled in the Broadcast CommunicationsTechnology Program must attend MCC fulltime(12 or more semester credit hours).Course of Study:FIRST YEARFirst SemesterHoursMDT 1244/ COM 2483Principles of MassCommunications 4MDT 1413 Principles of Audio Production 3BCT 1813/COM 1511Broadcast Assistantship I 3ENG 1113 English Composition I 3CSC 1123 Computer Applications 3Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3Semester Hours 19Second SemesterMDT 1314 Fundamentals of TV Production 4MDT 1423/ COM 1443Advanced Audio Production 3MDT 1214/ COM 2463Broadcast Writing 4BCT 1823/ COM 1521Broadcast Assistantship II 3SPT 1113 Public Speaking 3Semester Hours 17SECOND YEARFirst SemesterMDT 2314 Intermediate TV Production 4MDT 2114/ COM 1433Broadcast Announcing 4MDT 2414 Basic Editing 4BCT 2813/ COM 2511Broadcast Assistantship III 3Math/Sciencewith Lab Elective 3/4Semester Hours 18/19Second SemesterMDT 2324/ COM 1463Advanced TV Production 4MDT 2424 Advanced Editing 4BCT 2823/ COM 2521Broadcast Assistantship IV 3Social/Behavioral Science Elective 3Semester Hours 14Total Semester Hours 68/69Business and OfficeTechnology - Associate ofApplied ScienceGinny McCarty, Program Coordinator/InstructorThe two-year program of study in Business andOffice Technology is designed for students whodesire full-time employment immediately aftergraduation from MCC. This program providesstudents with a background of knowledge andskills needed to meet the changing technology oftoday’s business and professional offices.Courses should be taken in sequence as outlined.Any deviation from this program must have priorapproval of the program coordinator.To graduate from this program, students musttype a minimum of 50 words per minute for fiveminutes with no more than five errors.Progression: To meet graduation requirements forthis program, students must successfully completethe specified courses listed below with a "C"average (grade point average of 2.00) or better. Agrade of "C" or higher is required in each BOT andENG course to progress in the program.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain a 17 composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 70 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 60 or higher on the ArithmeticSection;68 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogOrEarn a “C” or above in Intermediate English(ENG 0123);OrComplete 15 semester hours with a “C” averageor above at an accredited college or university.Developmental coursework does not satisfy thisrequirement.Students in the Business and Office TechnologyProgram must attend MCC full-time (12 or moresemester credit hours).Course of study:FIRST YEARFirst SemesterHoursBOT 1113** Document Formatting andProduction 3BOT 1133 Microcomputer Applications 3BOT 1213Personal andProfessional Development 3BOT 1313 Applied Business Math 3BOT 1413 Records Management 3BOT 1713 Mechanics of Communication 3BOT 1111 Seminar I 1Semester Hours 19Second SemesterHoursBOT 1123* Keyboard Skillbuilding 3BOT 1143* Word Processing 3BOT 1433* Business Accounting 3(or ACC 1213, Principlesof Accounting I)BOT 2813* Business Communication 3BOT 1813* Electronic Spreadsheet 3BOT 1221 Seminar II 1ENG 1113 English Comp I 3Semester Hours 19SECOND YEARFirst SemesterHoursHumanities/Fine Arts Elective 3Math/Science with Lab Elective 3/4BOT 2413* Computerized Accounting 3BOT 2323* Database Management 3BOT 2133* Desktop Publishing 3BOT 2111 Seminar III 1SPT 1113 Public Speaking 3Semester Hours 19/20Second SemesterHoursBOT 2823* Communication Technology 3BOT 2913 Supervised Work Experience 3OrWBL 2923 Work Based LearningBOT 1513* Machine Transcription 3Programs of StudySocial/Behavioral Science Elective 3BOT 2833* Integrated ComputerApplications 3BOT 2121 Seminar IV 1Semester Hours 16Total Semester Hours 73/74*Prerequisite required for this course.**Prerequisite: One unit of high school typewriting/keyboardingor BOT 1013 Introduction toKeyboarding with a speed of 35 words per minute.A student who has earned a degree in Health-careData Technology (HDT) who also plans to receivea degree in Business and Office Technology mustcomplete all required courses within five years ofreceiving their HDT-AAS.Business and Office Technology -Certificate ProgramGinny McCarty, Program Coordinator/InstructorThis program is designed to prepare students forentry-level positions in professional and businessoffices. All courses can be transferred into the twoyearBusiness and Office Technology Associate ofApplied Science Degree Program. A certificate willbe awarded upon completion of the program.Courses should be taken in sequence as outlined.Any deviation from this program must have priorapproval of the program coordinator.To graduate from this program, students musttype a minimum of 50 words per minute for fiveminutes with no more than five errors.Progression: To meet graduation requirements forthis program, students must successfully completethe specified courses listed below with a "C"average (grade point average of 2.00) or better. Agrade of "C" or higher is required in each BOT andENG course to progress in the program.Students in the Business and Office TechnologyProgram must attend MCC full-time (12 or moresemester credit hours).Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):69

Programs of StudyPrograms of StudyAttain a 17 composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 70 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 60 or higher on the ArithmeticSection;OrEarn a “C” or above in Intermediate English (ENG0123);OrComplete 15 semester hours with a “C” averageor above at an accredited college or university.Developmental coursework does not satisfy thisrequirement.Students in the Business and Office TechnologyProgram must attend MCC full-time (12 or moresemester credit hours).Course of study:First SemesterHoursBOT 1113** Document Formatting andProduction 3BOT 1133 Microcomputer Applications 3BOT 1413 Records Management 3BOT 1213 Personal andProfessional Development 3BOT 1313 Applied Business Math 3BOT 1713 Mechanics of Communication 3BOT 1111 Seminar I 1Semester Hours 19Second SemesterHoursBOT 1123* Keyboard Skillbuilding 3BOT 1143* Word Processing 3BOT 1433* Business Accounting 3(or ACC 1213, Principlesof Accounting I)BOT 2813* Business Communication 3BOT 1813* Electronic Spreadsheet 3BOT 1221 Seminar II 1ENG 1113 English Composition I 3Semester Hours 19Total Semester Hours 38*Prerequisite required for this course.**Prerequisite: One unit of high school typewriting/keyboardingor BOT 1013 (Introductionto Keyboarding) with a speed of 35 words perminute.Information Systems TechnologyComputer Network Technology-Associate of Applied ScienceCurtis Beckman,Program Coordinator/InstructorComputer Network Technology is a two-yearprogram that offers training in data communications,network administration, and client/serversystems. An Associate of Applied Science degreeis earned upon successful completion of theComputer Network Technology program.The following courses should be taken in sequence.The program coordinator must approveany change.Progression: To meet graduation requirementsfor this program, students must successfullycomplete the specified courses listed below witha "C" average (grade point average of 2.00) orbetter. A grade of "C" or higher is required in eachIST and MAT course to progress in the program.Candidates for graduation must also obtainan A+ Certification.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral requirements):Attain a 17 composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 70 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 63 or above on the Algebra Section;OrEarn a “B” or above in Intermediate English(ENG 0123) and a “B” or above in BeginningAlgebra (MAT 0123);OrComplete 15 semester hours with a “C” averageor above at an accredited college or university.Developmental coursework does not satisfy thisrequirement.Students in the Computer Network TechnologyProgram must attend MCC full-time (12 or moresemester credit hours).Course of study:FIRST YEARFirst SemesterHoursENG 1113 English Composition I 3IST 1124 IT Foundations 4IST 1314 Visual Basic Programming 4IST 1133 Fundamentals of DataCommunications 3IST 1153 Web & ProgrammingDevelopment Concepts 3IST 1111 Information TechnologySeminar I 1Semester Hours 18Second SemesterHoursIST 1223 Network Components 3IST 1213 Client Installation &Configuration 3IST 1163 Concepts of Database Design 3IST 1143 Security Principles, Policies 3& EthicsIST 1244 Network Administration UsingWindows Server 4IST 1121 Information TechnologySeminar II 1Semester Hours 17SECOND YEARFirst SemesterHoursMAT 1313 College Algebra 3IST 2254 Advanced NetworkAdministration UsingWindows Server 4IST 2223 Network Planning and Design 3Social/Behavioral ScienceElective 3IST 2534 IT Project Management 4IST 2111 Information TechnologySeminar III 1Semester Hours 18Second SemesterHoursSPT 1113 Public Speaking 3IST 2234 Network Implementation 4Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3IST 2213 Network Security 3IST 1254 Network Administration UsingLinux 4IST 2121 Information TechnologySeminar IV 1Semester Hours 18Total Semester Hours 73Computer ProgrammingTechnology-Associate of AppliedScienceCurtis Beckman,Program Coordiantor/InstructorComputer Programming Technology is atwo-year program that offers training in bothtraditional and web-based programming. AnAssociate of Applied Science degree is earnedupon successful completion of the ComputerProgramming Technology program.The following courses should be taken in sequence.The program coordinator must approveany change.Progression: To meet graduation requirementsfor this program, students must successfullycomplete the specified courses listed below witha "C" average (grade point average of 2.00) orbetter. A grade of "C" or higher is required in eachIST and MAT course to progress in the program.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral requirements):Attain a 17 composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 70 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 63 or above on the Algebra Section;OrEarn a “B” or above in Intermediate English (ENG0123) and a “B” or above in Beginning Algebra(MAT 0123);OrComplete 15 semester hours with a “C” averageor above at an accredited college or university.Developmental coursework does not satisfy thisrequirement.Students in the Computer Programming TechnologyProgram must attend MCC full-time (12 ormore semester credit hours).Course of study:FIRST YEAR70 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogFirst SemesterHoursENG 1113 English Composition I 3IST 1124 IT Foundations 4IST 1314 Visual Basic Programming 4IST 1133 Fundamentals of DataCommunications 3IST 1153 Web & ProgrammingDevelopment Concepts 3IST 1111 Information TechnologySeminar I 1Semester Hours 18Second SemesterHoursIST 1424 Web Design Applications 4IST 2334 Advanced Visual BasicProgramming 4IST 1163 Concepts of Database Design 3IST 1143 Security Principles, Policies 3& EthicsIST 1414 Client Side Programming 4IST 1121 Information TechnologySeminar II 1Semester Hours 19SECOND YEARFirst SemesterHoursMAT 1313 College Algebra 3IST 2434 Server Side Programming I 4IST 2374 C Programming Language 4IST 2534 IT Project Management 4Social/Behavioral ScienceElective 3IST 2111 Information TechnologySeminar III 1Semester Hours 19Second SemesterHoursSPT 1113 Public Speaking 3IST 2444 Server Side Programming II 4Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3IST 2384 Advanced C Programming 4IST 2314 Systems Analysis & Design 4IST 2121 Information TechnologySeminar IV 1Semester Hours 19Total Semester Hours 75CosmetologyTanya Wright, Program Coordinator/InstructorThe Cosmetology program is a 12-month course ofstudy designed to prepare students to care for thehair, complexion, hands, and feet. The curriculumis designed to comply with the standards of theMississippi State Board of Cosmetology. Studentsare required to complete a total of 1500 clockhours in classroom theory and supervised worktraining. Upon successful completion of theprogram, the student will receive a certificate andis eligible to take the State Board of Cosmetologycertification exam.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain an ACT composite score of 14 and mathsubscore of 14;OrScore a 51 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 35 or above on the ArithmeticSection;OrEarn a grade of "C" in Intermediate English (ENG0123) and in Beginning Algebra (MAT 0123);OrComplete 15 semester hours of general educationcourses with a "C" average (CGPA of 2.0)or above at an accredited college or university.Developmental coursework does not satisfy thisrequirement.AndStudents must have either a high school diplomaor GED;AndAttend a Cosmetology Orientation Session. Studentswill receive notice from the Admissions Officeabout scheduling their Orientation Session.Students in MCC's Cosmetology Program mustattend MCC full-time (12 or more semester credithours).Ability to benefit does not apply to theCosmetology program; the student must71

Programs of StudyPrograms of Studyhave either a high school diploma or GEDupon enrollment.NOTE: In order for a student to progress in MCC’sCosmetology program, the student must earna grade of "C" or better on each COV course. Aminimum passing grade of 85 percent is requiredin each Cosmetology program course.Course of Study:First SemesterHoursCOV 1122 Cosmetology Orientation 2COV 1245 Cosmetology Sciences I 5COV 1426 Hair Care I 6COV 1622 Skin Care I 2COV 1522 Nail Care I 2Semester Hours 17Second SemesterHoursCOV 1255 Cosmetology Sciences II 5COV 1436 Hair Care II 6COV 1632 Skin Care II 2COV 1532 Nail Care II 2COV 1722 Salon Business I 2Semester Hours 17Summer TermHoursCOV 1263 Cosmetology Sciences III 3COV 1443 Hair Care III 3COV 1642 Skin Care III 2COV 1542 Nail Care III 2COV 1732 Salon Business II 2Semester Hours 12Total Semester Hours 46Cosmetology Teacher TrainingTanya Wright, Program Coordinator/InstructorThe Cosmetology Student Instructor program isa course of study designed to develop appropriatecommunication skills, effective use ofvisual aids, identification of various teachingstyles, and practical application of cosmetologyinstruction. The curriculum is designed tocomply with the standards of the MississippiState Board of Cosmetology. Students arerequired to complete either 750 clock hours (ifthe student has worked in the cosmetology fieldfor two or more years with a valid cosmetologylicense) or 2000 clock hours (if the student hasworked in the cosmetology field for less than twoyears with a valid cosmetology license) in theclassroom theory, observation, and supervisedwork training. Upon successful completion of theprogram, the student will receive a certificate andis eligible to take the State Board of Cosmetologyfor Student Instructor certification exam.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain an ACT composite score or 14 and mathsubscore of 14;OrScore a 51 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and 35 or above on the Arithmetic Section;OrEarn a grade of “C” Intermediate English (ENG0123) and in Beginning Algebra (MAT 0123);OrComplete 12 semester hours of general educationcourses with a “C” average (CGPA of 2.0)or above at an accredited college or university.Developmental coursework does not satisfy thisrequirement;AndStudents must have either a high school diplomaor GED;AndA current Cosmetology license;AndThe student must be at least 21 years old;AndAttend a Cosmetology Orientation Session withthe MCC Cosmetology Program Director.Ability to benefit does not apply to theCosmetology Student Instructor program;the student must have either a high schooldiploma or GED.NOTE: In order for a student to progress in MCC’sCosmetology Student Instructor program, thestudent must earn a grade of “C” or better oneach COV course. A minimum passing grade of 85percent is required in each Cosmetology programcourse.Course of Study:COV 2816 Cosmetology Teacher Training I 6COV 2826 Cosmetology Teacher Training II 6COV 2836 Cosmetology Teacher Training III 6COV 2846 Cosmetology Teacher Training IV 6Early Childhood EducationTechnology-Associate ofApplied ScienceWin Maxey-Shumate,Program Coordinator/InstructorSemester Hours 24The Early Childhood Education Technology Programprovides preparation for a professional career in thediscipline of Early Childhood Education. This programincludes classroom instruction and supervisedchild care center/educational experiences. Studentsdevelop competencies that enable them to provideservices, teach, and guide young children, ages birthto eight. Practice with age and developmentallyappropriate lessons and curriculum prepares thestudents for employment in the field of early childhoodeducation.Early Childhood Education Technology is a two-yearprogram that requires a minimum of 70 semesterhours of course work. These minimum courserequirements include 52 hours in Early ChildhoodEducation (CDT) courses and at least 18 hours ingeneral education courses. Successful completionof the Early Childhood Education Technology curriculumresults in the students receiving an Associateof Applied Science degree. Students who receive anAAS program degree meet the Mississippi Departmentof Health qualifications for a child care director.This curriculum meets the National Association forthe Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Standardsfor Early Childhood Professional Preparationand incorporates the Mississippi Department ofEducation Benchmarks for pre-kindergarten (3- and4- year olds).Employment for graduates of the Early ChildhoodEducation Technology Program may include public,private, or parochial early child care/education settingsat assistant teaching, teaching, and managementlevels. Work sites may include commercial,industrial, institutional, recreational and hospitalchildcare settings.Courses may be offered in the evenings and duringthe summer; however, in order to enroll, thestudent must be employed in a child care centeror approved field.Transfer students from other Early ChildhoodEducation Technology programs must have a letterof recommendation from the Program Coordinatorat their previous school and take at least twelve(12) hours or three (3) Early Childhood Educationclasses at Meridian Community College prior toenrolling in Student Teaching I and/or StudentTeaching II.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral college admissions requirements):Attain a 17 composite score on the ACT and a mathsubtest score of 16;OrScore 70 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 43 or higher on the Algebra Section;OrEarn a “C” or above in Intermediate English (ENG0123) and a “C” or above in Beginning Algebra(MAT 0123);OrComplete 15 semester hours of program generaleducation courses with an average of “C”or above at an accredited college or university.Developmental coursework does not satisfy thisrequirement;AndAttend an orientation session with the programcoordinator after all other requirements aremet.Students entering the program for the first timemust contact the program coordinator prior to enrollingin any early childhood education courses.All students admitted into the program will berequired to pay for fingerprinting and backgroundchecks, which will be done after admission andprior to laboratory classes. These fees will beattached as registration fees. There are certainconvictions that will prevent an individual frombeing eligible to participate in this program. If72 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Cataloga student is unable to participate in laboratoryclasses, he/she will be dismissed from the program.For additional information, contact theCareer and Technical Education Advisor or programcoordinator.All students must have their Health 121 Formand Fingerprint clearance letter on file with theprogram coordinator.Progression: To meet graduation requirementsfor this program, students must successfullycomplete the specified courses listed below witha "C" average (grade point average of 2.00) orbetter. A grade of "C" or higher is required in eachCDT course to progress in the program.Students in the Early Childhood Education TechnologyProgram must attend MCC full-time (12 ormore semester credit hours).Course of Study:First YEARFirst SemesterHoursCDT 1113 Early Childhood Profession 3CDT 1314 Creative Arts for YoungChildren 4CDT 1214 Child Development I 4CDT 1343 Child Health & Safety 3BOT 1713 Mechanics of Communication 3OrENG 1113English Composition ISemester Hours 17Second SemesterHoursCDT 1224 Child Development II 4CDT 1713 Language & LiteracyDevelopment for YoungChildren 3CDT 2714 Social Studies, Math &Science for YoungChildren 4ENG 1113 English Composition I 3OrENG 1123* English Composition IIHumanities/Fine Arts Elective 3Semester Hours 17SECOND YEARFirst SemesterCDT 2233HoursGuiding Social and EmotionalBehavior 3CDT 1513 Nutrition for Young Children 3CDT 2613 Methods and Materials 3CDT 2916 Student Teaching I 6Math/Science with LabElective 3/4Semester Hours 18/19Second SemesterHoursCDT 2926 Student Teaching II 6CDT 2413 Atypical Child Development 3CDT 2813 Administration of Programsfor Young Children 3SPT 1113 Public Speaking 3Social/Behavioral Science 3Semester Hours 18Total Semester Hours 70/71*Prerequisite required for this course.Child Development Associate(CDA) CredentialThe Child Development Associate (CDA) is anationally recognized credential awarded toindividuals who have demonstrated competencythrough both work experience and educationwhile working with young children ages birthto five years of age. A caregiver’s competence isevaluated by the Council for Professional Recognition.Meridian Community College (MCC) willoffer the educational coursework required for theCDA. Courses offered will support the MississippiChild Care Quality Step System and will funneldirectly into MCC’s Early Childhood Education(AAS) Program.The course of study for the CDA Credential meetsthe minimum standards of 120 clock hours thatcovers the six (6) competency standards foreducation for the CDA and can be taken in two(2) semesters. The CDA at Meridian CommunityCollege includes four (4) CDT courses and one (1)written communication course.73

Programs of StudyPrograms of StudyCourse of Study:CourseHoursCDT 1214 Child Development I 4ORCDT 1224 Child Development II 4CDT 1343 Child Health and Safety 3CDT 2233 Guiding Social andEmotional Behavior 3CDT 1123 Competencies in EarlyChildhood 3ENG 1113 English Composition I 3ORBOT 1713 Mechanics of Communication 3Total Semester Hours 16All Students must have a current Health 121 Form andFingerprint Clearance Letter on file with the programcoordinator.Graphic Design Technology-Associate of Applied ScienceCassandra Palmer,Program Coordinator/InstructorThe Graphic Design Technology curriculum is atwo-year program of study designed to preparethe student for entry-level employment and advancementin the field of graphic design. Studentsreceive instruction in the design and execution ofillustrations, typography, layouts, color theory,industry specific production, rendering, digitalimaging, logo design, and creative principlesnecessary for publication design, mass distribution,and other forms of visual communications.The Associate of Applied Science degree is earnedupon the successful completion of the GraphicDesign Technology curriculum.Progression: To meet graduation requirements forthis program, students must successfully completethe specified courses listed below with a "C"average (grade point average of 2.00) or better. Agrade of "C" or higher is required in each CAT andENG course to progress in the program. The followingcourses are listed in sequence. Any changemust be approved by the program coordinator.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain a 17 composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 70 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 89 or above on the Sentence SkillsSection;OrEarn a “C” or above in Intermediate English (ENG0123);OrComplete 15 semester hours with a “C” averageor above from an accredited college or university.Developmental coursework does not satisfy thisrequirement;OrSecure the recommendation of the programcoordinator;AndAttend a program orientation session after allother program requirements are met.Students entering the program for the first timemust contact the program coordinator prior toenrolling in any Graphic Design courses.Students enrolled in the Graphic Design TechnologyProgram must attend MCC full-time (12 ormore semester credit hours).Course of study:First YEARFirst SemesterHoursART 1313 Drawing I 3ART 1433 Design I 3CAT 1113 Graphic Design & Production I 3CAT 1213 Fundamentals of GraphicComputers 3ENG 1113 English Composition I 3Semester Hours 15Second SemesterHoursART 1323 Drawing II 3ART 1443 Design II 3CAT 1123 Graphic Design & Production II 3CAT 1143 Typography 3Math/Science with Lab Elective 3/4MMT1323 Advertising 3Semester Hours 18/19SECOND YEARFirst SemesterHoursCAT 2926 Supervised Work ExperienceIn Graphic Design Technology 6Behavioral/Social ScienceElective 3CAT 2313 Basic Advertising DesignElective** (Marketing I-MMT 1113,Introduction to Keyboarding -BOT 1013, ProfessionalDevelopment - BOT 1213) 3CAT 2923 Special Project in GraphicDesign Technology 3*Fine Arts Elective (Art Appreciation-ART1113, Three DimensionalDesign-ART 1453, Painting I-ART 2513, Ceramics I-ART 2613) 3SPT 1113 Public Speaking 3Semester Hours 18Second SemesterHoursCAT 2323 Advanced Advertising Design 3CAT 2334 Practical Advertising Techniques 4CAT 2133 Graphic Design Studio 3*Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3ART 1383 Beginning Photography 3Semester Hours 16Total Semester Hours 67/68Program coursework may be revised. Studentsare encouraged to consult their advisor whenplanning a schedule.Hotel/Restaurant ManagementTechnology- Associate ofApplied ScienceMark Chandler,Program Coordinator/InstructorThe two-year Hotel and Restaurant ManagementTechnology Program is designed toprovide students with specialized career andtechnical instruction in all phases of restaurant,hotel and institutional hospitality operations.This program meets the needs of entering studentswho want to develop the skills requiredfor entry jobs at the mid-management level inthe hospitality industry and individuals alreadyemployed in the industry who need additionalcompetence for possible advancement.This practical program integrates classroomtheory through applied learning practice.Phases of food preparation and handling arecovered, as well as aspects of the commonpractices and management principles of thehospitality industry.Progression: To meet graduation requirementsfor this program, students must successfullycomplete the specified courses listed belowwith a “C” average (grade point average of 2.00)or better. A grade of “C” or higher is required ineach HRT course to progress in the program. Theprogram coordinator must approve any changein the sequence of courses to be taken.Minimum admission requirements (in additionto general admission requirements):Attain a 17 composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 70 or higher on the ACCUPLACER Readingsection and a 60 or higher on the Arithmeticsection;OrEarn a “C” or above in Intermediate English (ENG0123);OrComplete 15 semester hours with a “C” averageor above at an accredited college or university.Developmental coursework does not satisfy thisrequirement.Students in the Hotel/Restaurant ManagementTechnology Program must attend MCC full-time(12 or more semester credit hours).Course of study:First YEARFirst SemesterHoursENG 1113 English Composition I 3BOT 1313 Applied Business Mathematics 3HRT 1123 Hospitality and Tourism 3HRT 1213 Sanitation and Safety 3HRT 1413 Rooms Division Management 3HRT 1511 Seminar I 1Semester Hours 16Second SemesterCPT 111374 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogHoursComputer Related Elective*Elective – Instructor Approval 3HRT 2233 Food and Beverage Control 3Accounting Elective 3Social/Behavioral Science 3HRT 1521 Seminar II 1Semester Hours 16Second YearFirst SemesterHoursHumanities/Fine Arts Elective 3Math/Science with LabElective 3/4HRT 1224 Restaurant and CateringOperations 4HRT 1114 Culinary Principles I 4HRT 1531 Seminar III 1Semester Hours 15Second SemesterHoursHRT 2916 Supervised Work Experience 6HRT 2613 Hospitality Supervision 3HRT 2623 Hospitality Human ResourcesManagement 3SPT 1113 Public Speaking 3HRT 1541 Seminar IV 1*Elective: Principles of MarketingMMT 1113, Hospitality SecurityManagement & Law, HRT 2423,Nutrition HEC 1253, Convention& Meeting Planning HRT 2853 3Semester Hours 19Total Semester Hours 66Business and MarketingManagement Technology- Associate of Applied ScienceSandy Clark, Program Coordinator/InstructorBetween one-fourth and one-third of the civilianworkforce in the United States performs marketingactivities. Marketing offers career opportunitiesin areas such as e-commerce, professionalselling, advertising, retail buying, management,and wholesaling. Marketing career opportunitiesalso exist in non-business organizations such ashospitals, parks and recreation, armed forces andgovernment agencies.Marketing Technology - Management Emphasis isa field of study for students who aspire to attaina management position. This program allowsthe student to apply theories of management todecision-making experiences.Progression: To meet graduation requirementsfor this program, students must successfullycomplete the specified courses listed below witha "C" average (grade point average of 2.00) orbetter. A grade of "C" or higher is required ineach MMT, FMT, and BAD course to progress inthe program. The courses should be taken insequence. Any change must be approved by theprogram coordinator.Minimum admission requirements (in additionalto general requirements):Attain a 17 composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 70 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 60 or higher on the ArithmeticSection;OrEarn a “C” or above in Intermediate English (ENG0123);OrComplete 15 semester hours with a “C” averageor above at an accredited college or university.Developmental coursework does not satisfy thisrequirement.Students in the Marketing Management TechnologyProgram must attend MCC full-time (12 ormore semester credit hours).Course of study:First YEARFirst SemesterHoursENG 1113 English Composition I 3MMT 1113 Principles of Marketing 3MMT 2423 Retail Management 3Computer Related Elective 3MMT 1711 Marketing Seminar I 1MMT 1000 Marketing Lab 0MMT 1413 Merchandising Math 3Semester Hours 1675

Programs of StudyPrograms of StudySecond SemesterHoursMMT 1123 Marketing Management 3MMT 1313 Personal Selling 3Accounting Elective(BOT 1433 or ACC 1213) 3MMT 1323 Advertising 3MMT 1000 Marketing Lab 0MMT 1721 Marketing Seminar II 1SPT 1113 Public Speaking 3Semester Hours 16Second YearFirst SemesterHoursMMT 2213 Principles of Management 3MMT 2313 E-Commerce 3FMT 1213 Fashion MarketingorWBL 2913 Work Based LearningECO 2113 Principles of Economics 3MMT 1731 Marketing Seminar III 1Math/Natural Science Elective(Science Elective musthave a lab for 4 hours total) 3/4Social/Behavioral ScienceElective 3MMT 1000 Marketing Lab 0Semester Hours 16/17Second SemesterHoursMMT 2233 Human Resource Management 3BAD 2413 Legal Environment of Business 3FMT 1233 Buying 3MMT 2243 Marketing Case Studies 3Humanities / Fine Arts Elective 3MMT 1741 Marketing Seminar IV 1WBL 2913 Work Based Learning 3orWBL 2923 Work Based LearningMMT 1000 Marketing Lab 0Semester Hours 19Total Semester Hours 67/68Health-care Data Technology– Associate of Applied ScienceGinny McCarty, Program Coordinator/InstructorThe two-year program of study in Health-careData Technology is designed to prepare studentsto work in office positions in hospitals, doctors’offices, health clinics, insurance companies, andother health-related organizations. The studentwill develop skills using medical terminology,accounting, transcription, coding, and computersoftware applications. The Associate of AppliedScience degree is earned upon the successfulcompletion of the program.Courses should be taken in sequence as outlined.Any deviation from this program must have priorapproval of the program coordinator.Progression: To meet graduation requirementsfor this program, students must successfullycomplete the specified courses listed below witha "C" average (grade point average of 2.00) orbetter. A grade of "C" or higher is required in eachBOT; ENG; A & P and A & P Lab course to progressin the program.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain a 17 composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 70 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 60 or higher on the ArithmeticSection;OrEarn a “C” or above in Intermediate English (ENG0123);OrComplete 15 semester hours with a “C” averageor above at an accredited college or university.Developmental coursework does not satisfy thisrequirement.Students in the Health-care Data TechnologyProgram must attend MCC full-time (12 or moresemester credit hours).Course of study:First YEARFirst SemesterHoursBOT 1113** Document Formatting 3BOT 1613 Medical Office Terminology I 3BIO 2513 Anatomy & Physiology I 3BIO 2511 Anatomy & Physiology Lab 1BOT 1133 Microcomputer Applications 3BOT 1313 Applied Business Math 3BOT 1713 Mechanics of Communication 3BOT 1111 Seminar I 1Semester Hours 20Second SemesterHoursBOT 1623 Medical Office Terminology II 3BOT 1143* Word Processing 3BOT 1413 Records Management 3BOT 2813* Business Communication 3BOT 2743 Medical Office Concepts 3BOT 1433* Business Accounting 3OrACC 1213 Principles of Accounting IBOT 1221 Seminar II 1Semester Hours 19Second YEARFirst SemesterHoursSPT 1113 Public Speaking I 3ENG 1113 English Comp I 3BOT 2413* Computerized Accounting 3BOT 2523* Medical Machine Transcription I 3BOT 2643* CPT Coding 3BOT 2653* ICD Coding 3BOT 2111 Seminar III 1Semester Hours 19Second SemesterHoursBOT 2753* Medical InformationManagement 3BOT 2533* Medical Machine Transcription II 3Social/Behavioral ScienceElective 3Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3BOT 2913* Supervised Work Experience 3orWBL 2923 Work Based LearningBOT 2673* Medical Insurance Billing 3BOT 2121 Seminar IV 1Semester Hours 19Total Semester Hours 77* Prerequisite required for this course.**Prerequisite: One unit of high school typewriting/keyboardingor BOT 1013 (Introductionto Keyboarding) with a speed of 30 words perminute.A student who has earned a degree in Businessand Office Technology who also plans to receivea degree in Health-care Data Technology mustcomplete all required courses within five years ofreceiving their BOT-AAS.Nail Technician - CertificateprogramThis instructional program prepares studentsto care for nails with emphasis on hygiene,sanitation, customer relations, and salon management.The curriculum is designed to comply with thestandards on the Mississippi State Board ofCosmetology. Students are required to completea total of 350 clock hours in classroom theoryand supervised skill preparation and clinic work.Upon successful completion of the program, thestudent will receive a certificate and is eligible totake the State Board of Cosmetology Manicure/Nail Technician certification exam.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain an ACT composite score of 14 and a mathsubscore of 14;OrScore a 51 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 35 or above on the ArithmeticSection;OrEarn a grade of "C" in Intermediate English (ENG0123) and in Beginning Algebra (MAT 0123);OrComplete 15 semester hours of general educationcourses with a "C" average (GPA of 2.0) or above atan accredited college or university. Developmentalcoursework does not satisfy this requirement;AndStudents must have either a high school diplomaor GED;AndAttend a Cosmetology Orientation Session.Students will receive notice from the AdmissionsOffice about scheduling their Orientation Session.Final selection into the Nail Technician Programis determined by the Program Director after allprogram admission requirements are met. Also,the ability to benefit does not apply to the NailTechnician program; the student must have eithera high school diploma or GED upon enrollment.76 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogCourse of studyHoursCOV 1122 Cosmetology Orientation 2COV 1245 Cosmetology Sciences I 5COV 1622 Skin Care I 2COV 1522 Nail Care I 2COV 1722 Salon Business 2Total Semester Hours 13Note: The ratio of lab hours to lecture hours forthe Nail Technician program is 3 to 1._____________________Division ofEmergency ServicesMeridian Community College is recognized as aleader in higher education programs for publicsafety personnel. Through the Division of EmergencyService Technology, MCC administers theMississippi Emergency Service Degree Program.This unit oversees the delivery of certificate anddegree programs in Fire Protection Technologyand Emergency Management and CommunicationsTechnology. These programs are commonlydistributed through a unique method of distancelearning. Our faculty recognizes the difficultymost fire and emergency service professional encounterwhen working towards a degree throughtraditional on-campus meetings. However, ESDPcourse are available through web-based resourcesthat allow greater flexibility when completing adegree during on or off duty hours.The Fire Protection and Emergency Managementprograms are geared primarily for part-time students(career or volunteer) who are active in thefire service, emergency management, or publicsafety communication fields. Courses are offeredin a format that allows public safety personnelthe opportunity to apply their knowledge andskills to realistic problems related to the deliveryof emergency services. Depending on the degreeand option sought, students typically completethe necessary requirements for graduation withintwo to four years.The Division also includes the state’s first EmergencyMedical Science Academy. This sectionis responsible for the delivery of all EmergencyMedical Technician (EMT) and Paramedic courses,clinical experiences, and testing at MCC. TheEmergency Medical Science Academy is a comprehensivelearning environment designed specificallyfor EMS students of all levels. The Academyincludes two primary classrooms, a high-fidelityskills laboratory, simulated hospital treatmentroom, skills evaluation area and fully functionalambulance simulators. Students studying bothbasic and advanced life saving skills will have accessto numerous patient simulators for practice.The program also relies on a system of collaborativelearning by integrating EMS students withnursing and other health education students inthe same medical environment. Throughout theyear, the EMSA also schedules several opportunitiesfor professional development and continuingeducation.The following requirements apply to certificateand degree options within the Fire Protectionor Emergency Management Programs. EMT andparamedic program courses are addressed in aseparate section of the catalog.Other required general education courses such asEnglish, math, and Public Speaking are availableon-line through the Mississippi Virtual CommunityCollege. Students register for MSVCC coursesthrough Meridian Community College or theirlocal community college.Progression: To meet graduation requirements forthese programs, students must successfully completethe specified courses listed below with a "C"average (grade point average of 2.00) or better. Agrade of "C" or higher is required in each programspecific course to progress in the program.Minimum Admission Requirements (In additionto general admission requirements)Attain a 17 composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 70 or higher on the ACCUPLACER readingsection and a 63 or higher on the algebra section;OrEarn a "C" or above in Intermediate English (ENG0123) and a "C" or above in Beginning Algebra(MAT 0123);Or77

Programs of StudyPrograms of StudyComplete 15 semester hours with an average of"C" or above at an accredited college or universityand earn a "C" or above in Beginning Algebra(MAT 0123). Aside from Beginning Algebra,developmental coursework does not satisfy thisrequirement;OrComplete a minimum of 100 hours of relatedcertification training through a recognized fireacademy or emergency service training institution.Note: Meeting this requirement allows astudent to enter the ESD program on a provisionalbasis. Other admission requirements must be metin order to enroll in general education courses.AndComplete a student interview with the programcoordinator after all other requirements havebeen met. Students must contact the programcoordinator for enrollment in any Fire ProtectionTechnology or Emergency Management and CommunicationsTechnology course.Public Safety R.O.P.E.S.(Recognition of Prior Educationand Service) Advanced StandingExamination ProcessPublic safety professionals enrolled in the FireProtection Technology or Emergency Managementand Communications Technology degreeprograms can receive college credit for specificcourses completed through other emergency servicetraining institutions. Non-academic coursesthat are recognized by ROPES must meet thefollowing criteria:Require a minimum of 45 hours of student contacttime;Require testing by an appropriate method ofstudent evaluation;Meet or exceed the competencies established forthe equivalent academic course.Verification of a student's credentials will includevalidation of any documentation provided and thesuccessful completion of a challenge examination.A nominal administrative fee will be assessed toeach course completed through the ROPES program.Note: This system of earning college creditdoes not apply to any ESDP course administeredthrough the Emergency Medical Science Academy.Fire Protection Technology- Associate of Applied ScienceBen Warren, Program Coordinator/InstructorThe Fire Protection Technology Program allowsstudents to pursue four different study options.Entry-level students may earn a career certificateby completing the 10 core fire protection courses.A technical certificate can be achieved by completing15 additional hours of approved fire protectionelective courses. The Associate of AppliedScience (AAS) degrees include both specializedand non-specialized degree options. The specialistoption allows students to concentrate theirelective course work in the areas of fire serviceadministration or community fire risk management.Likewise, a non-specialty degree option isavailable for students whose future educationalgoals may require additional general educationcourse credit.Fire Protection Technology (FFT) courses areoffered through an open-learning programdelivered via digital media. Students progressthrough the program by completing regular readingassignments and special research projects.Courses are developed using a concept knownas Problem Based Learning or PBL. This methodcreates a learning environment through situationsthat require research, critical decision-making,information analysis, and problem solving skills.Most general education courses (English, math,Public Speaking) are available on-line through theMississippi Virtual Community College. Studentsregister for MSVCC courses through Meridian CommunityCollege or their local community college.Fire Protection Technology -Non-Specialty ProgramCourse of StudyGeneral EducationHoursENG 1113 English Composition I 3ENG 1123 English Composition II 3SPT 1113 Public Speaking 3HIS 1163 World Civilization I 3HIS 1173 World Civilization II 3Humanities/Fine Arts 6Social Science 6Laboratory Science 8MAT 1313 College Algebra 3Computer Science 3Semester Hours 4178 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogFire Protection Core CoursesHoursFFT 1113 Introduction to Fire Science 3FFT 1123 Introduction to Fire Prevention 3FFT 1213 Fire Fighting Prin. & Practices 3FFT 1223 Fire Apparatus and Hydraulics 3FFT 2313 Disaster Management 3FFT 2323 Building Construction 3FFT 2333 Fire Fighter Safety 3FFT 2413 Strategy and Tactics 3FFT 2423 Incident Management Systems 3FFT 2433 Special Prob. in Fire Protection 3OrEMS 1118 Emergency Medical Technician 8Semester Hours 30/35Total Semester Hours 71/77Fire Protection Technology -Technical Specialty ProgramCourse of StudyGeneral EducationHoursENG 1113 English Composition I 3SPT 1113 Public Speaking 3CSC 1113 Computer Concepts 3Humanities/Fine Arts 3Social Science 3Math or Laboratory Science 3/4General Education Electives 6Semester Hours 24/25Fire Protection Core CoursesHoursFFT 1113 Introduction to Fire Science 3FFT 1123 Introduction to Fire Prevention 3FFT 1213 Fire Fighting Prin. & Practices 3FFT 1223 Fire Apparatus and Hydraulics 3FFT 2313 Disaster Management 3FFT 2323 Building Construction 3FFT 2333 Fire Fighter Safety 3FFT 2413 Strategy and Tactics 3FFT 2423 Incident Management Systems 3FFT 2433 Special Prob. in Fire Protection 3OrEMS 1118 Emergency Medical Technician 8Semester Hours 30/35Fire Protection TechnicalSpecialty CoursesFire Protection Technical Specialty CoursesStudents in the technical specialty program mustselect one area of technical concentration from thefollowing: Fire Administration or Community RiskManagement. Each technical specialty containsfour elective fire protection courses.Fire Administration SpecialtyElective CoursesFFT 1813 Fire Law 3FFT 2813 Fire Department Management 3FFT 2823 Fire Service Supervision 3FFT 2833 Financial Management 3Approved Elective 3OrCommunity Risk ManagementElective CoursesFFT 1913 Planning for Fire & EmergencyServices 3FFT 2913 Delivering Fire & EmergencyServices 3FFT 2923 Community Risk Management I 3FFT 2933 Community Risk Management II 3Approved Elective 3Semester Hours 15Total Semester Hours 69/74Entry-level students may choose to earn theircareer certificate first. This program allows thestudent to concentrate on the (30 hour) core FireProtection Technology curriculum. No additionalgeneral education courses are required for thiscertificate. All core FFT courses can be transferredinto the Fire Protection Technology technicalcertificate program or the associate of appliedscience degree program.Fire Protection Core CoursesHoursFFT 1113 Introduction to Fire Science 3FFT 1123 Introduction to Fire Prevention 3FFT 1213 Fire Fighting Prin. & Practices 3FFT 1223 Fire Apparatus and Hydraulics 3FFT 2313 Disaster Management 3FFT 2323 Building Construction 3FFT 2333 Fire Fighter Safety 3FFT 2413 Strategy and Tactics 379

Programs of StudyPrograms of StudyFFT 2423 Incident Management Systems 3FFT 2433 Special Prob. in Fire Protection 3OrEMS 1118 Emergency Medical Technician 8Semester Hours 30/35Fire Protection Technology –Certificate ProgramThis program is designed to enhance the trainingrequired for fire fighters, officers and otherfire service professionals. Technical certificatestudents must successfully complete the (30 hour)core Fire Protection Technology curriculum plus anadditional 15 hours of approved fire protectionelectives. All core and elective FFT courses canbe transferred into the Fire Protection Technologyassociate of applied science degree program.Fire Protection Core Courses 30Fire ProtectionTechnical Elective OptionsHoursFFT 1813 Fire Law 3FFT 2813 Fire Department Management 3FFT 2823 Fire Service Supervision 3FFT 2833 Financial Management 3FFT 1913 Planning for Fire & EmergencyServices 3FFT 2913 Delivering Fire & EmergencyServices 3FFT 2923 Community Risk Management I 3FFT 2933 Community Risk Management II 3Semester Hours 15Total Semester Hours 45/50Emergency Management andCommunications Technology- Associate of Applied ScienceBenjamin Warren,Program Coordinator/InstructorThe Emergency Management and CommunicationsTechnology Program prepares students for currentand advanced employment in emergencymanagement and public safety communications.Graduates typically serve as an integral part ofa community's emergency contingency planby managing response operations, providingeffective communication services, and preparingfor future incidents.This degree is designed for emergencymanagement personnel, emergency servicesupervisors, emergency operations center staff,911 system supervisors, emergency servicetelecommunicators, and other personnel withbroad responsibility towards public safety. A moreconcentrated degree option is offered for studentsseeking to specialize in the area of homelandsecurity. Program students can also obtain atechnical certificate in emergency managementby completing the core curriculum courses.Emergency Management and CommunicationsTechnology (ECT) courses are offered throughan open-learning program delivered via digitalmedia. Students progress through the programby completing regular reading assignments andspecial research projects. Courses are developedusing a concept known as Problem BasedLearning or PBL. This method creates a learningenvironment through situations that requireresearch, critical decision-making, informationanalysis, and problem solving skills.Most general education courses (English, math,Public Speaking) are available on-line through theMississippi Virtual Community College. Studentsregister for MSVCC courses through MeridianCommunity College or their local communitycollege.Emergency Management andCommunications TechnologyCourse of StudyGeneral EducationHoursENG 1113 English Composition I 3SPT 1113 Public Speaking 3CSC 1113 Computer Concepts 3Humanities/Fine Arts 3Social Science 3Math or Laboratory Science 3 (4)General Education Electives 6Semester Hours 24 /25Emergency ManagementCore CoursesHoursECT 1113 Prin. of Emergency Mgt. 3ECT 1123 Fire Service Operations 3ECT 1213 Law Enforcement Operations 3ECT 1223 Principles of Public SafetyCommunications 3ECT 2313 Hazardous Materials 3ECT 2323 Incident Management Systems 3ECT 2333 Emergency Planning 3ECT 2413 Emerg. Personnel Supervision 3ECT 2423 Disaster Response & Recovery 3ECT 2433 Public Info. & Awareness 3Semester Hours 30Emergency ManagementElective CoursesSelect nine hours from the courses listed below.Students seeking to specialize in HomelandSecurity must complete the three designatedhomeland security electives plus one additionalelective course.HoursECT 1613 Mass Casualty Incident Mgt. 3ECT 2513 Financial Management 3ECT 2613 Hazardous Weather Operations 3ECT 2623 Special Problems in EM 3ECT 2713 Emergency ManagementTechnical Practicum 3OrEMS 1118 Emergency Medical Technician 8are required for this certificate. All core ECT coursescan be transferred into the Emergency Management& Communications Technology technical certificateprogram or the associate of applied science degreeprogram.Emergency ManagementCore CoursesHoursECT 1113 Prin. of Emergency Mgt. 3ECT 1123 Fire Service Operations 3ECT 1213 Law Enforcement Operations 3ECT 1223 Principles of Public SafetyCommunications 3ECT 2313 Hazardous Materials 3ECT 2323 Incident Management Systems 3ECT 2333 Emergency Planning 3ECT 2413 Emerg. Personnel Supervision 3ECT 2423 Disaster Response & Recovery 3ECT 2433 Public Info. & Awareness 3Semester Hours 30Total Semester Hours 30Emergency Management &Communications Technology –Technical Certificate ProgramThis program is designed to enhance the trainingutilized by emergency managers, communicationofficers and other public safety professionals. Technicalcertificate students must successfully complete the (30hour) core Emergency Management & CommunicationsTechnology curriculum plus an additional 15 hoursof approved emergency management electives. Allcore and elective ECT courses can be transferred intothe Emergency Management & CommunicationsTechnology associate of applied science degreeprogram.Emergency ManagementCore Courses 30Emergency ManagementTechnical Elective OptionsHoursECT 1613 Mass Casualty Incident Mgt. 3ECT 1813 Dynamics of Homeland Security 3ECT 2513 Financial Management 3ECT 2613 Hazardous Weather Operations 3ECT 2623 Special Problems in EM 3ECT 2713 Emergency Management TechnicalPracticum 380 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogOrHomeland SecuritySpecialty CoursesECT 1813 Dynamics of Homeland Security 3ECT 2813 Response to Incidents of Terrorism 3ECT 2823 Principles of Transportation Security 3Semester Hours 15/17Total Semester Hours 69/71Emergency Management &Communications Technology– Certificate ProgramEntry-level students may choose to earn their careercertificate first. This program allows the studentto concentrate on the (30 hour) core EmergencyManagement & Communications Technologycurriculum. No additional general education coursesECT 2813 Response to Incidentsof Terrorism 3ECT 2833 Principles of TransportationSecurity 3EMS 1118 Emergency Medical Technician 8Semester Hours 15/17Total Semester Hours 45/47Emergency Medical ScienceTechnology - Associate ofApplied ScienceChris Lafferty, Program Coordinator/InstructorEmergency Medical Technicians and Paramedicsare two distinct levels of responders that provideemergency medical services in an externalhospitalenvironment. Often, these medicalprofessionals utilize ambulance-based resourcesand operate under the direction of a medicalcontrol physician within well-establishedparameters of medical care. The EmergencyMedical Science Academy at MCC offers entrylevelstudents the opportunity to achieve theirEmergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification.MCC also offers a Paramedic program for studentsthat already possess a valid EMT state certificationand have completed Human Anatomy andPhysiology I with a grade of "C" or better. Allstudents must be 18 years or older and possessa high school diploma or GED certificate forconsideration into the Emergency Medical ScienceAcademy.Meridian Community College is approved byMississippi State Board of Health throughthe Bureau of Emergency Medical Services toadminister both EMT and paramedic educationprograms. The curriculum used by MCC exceedsthe National EMS Educational Standardsdeveloped by the National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration. A major portion of classroominstruction is devoted to understanding theanatomy, physiology, and pathophysiologicalprocesses related to emergency medical care.Laboratory experiences are used to build on acompetency-based instruction model to includepatient assessment and management skillsrequired for the treatment of life-threateningproblems in patients of varying ages.The paramedic program requires a substantialclinical practicum that involves caring for patientsin a hospital emergency department and one thatprovides medical control to emergency medicalresponders. Additional clinical experiencesmay be found in specialized cardiac care units,intensive care units, obstetrical suites, operatingtheaters, psychiatric clinics, and other specializedcare wards. Multiple practicum experiencesare required while working with an approvedambulance service that provides advanced lifesupport services.Upon successful completion of all requiredcourses, students may participate in the NationalRegistry's examination process for EMT orparamedic certification. Paramedic students maycontinue their education beyond the certificationlevel and complete the general education coursesrequired for the Associate of Applied Sciencedegree.Note: MCC’s Emergency Medical Science-Paramedic (EMS-P) program is undergoinginitial accreditation evaluation. The program,therefore, is not currently accredited. Foradditional information, contact the Commissionon Accreditation of Allied Health EducationPrograms at www.caahep.org or the Committeeon Accreditation of Educational Programs for theEmergency Medical Services Professions at www.coaemsp.org.Minimum Admission Requirements (In additionto general admission requirements)Attain a 17 composite score on the ACT;OrScore 70 or above on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 60 or above on the ArithmeticSection;OrComplete 15 semester hours with a “C” average orabove at an accredited college or university andmeet requirements for Intermediate Algebra (MAT1233). Developmental coursework does not meetthis requirement.AndHave a cumulative grade point average (CGPA)of 2.00 (“C” average) on all previous collegecoursework;81

Programs of StudyPrograms of StudyAndPass an EMT-Basic written examination andpractical evaluation administrated by programfaculty.All applicants must attend an “EMS-ParamedicInformation Session.” Applicants will receivenotice from the Records Office about schedulingtheir information session. All applicants mustapply for college admission and meet all programrequirements.The EMS Admissions Committee will select a classof 20 from the pool of applicants. Any applicationwith incomplete records will not be consideredfor admission. Admission is competitive andspecific admission requirements must be met.Priority consideration for admission will begiven as follows: 1) In-district students whocomplete academic core courses and/or generaleducation coursework at MCC; 2) Out-of-districtstudents who complete academic core coursesand/or general education coursework at MCC;3) Mississippi residents who complete academiccore courses and/or general education courseworkelsewhere; 4) Out-of-state students. Check withthe EMS advisor for selection details.“Mississippi Law requires healthcare professionalsor Workforce Education students enrolled inprograms whose primary purpose is to prepareprofessionals to render patient care services,submit to criminal background checks, andfingerprinting prior to beginning any clinicalrotation in a licensed healthcare entity. If suchfingerprinting or criminal background checks ofthe student discloses a felony conviction, guiltyplea or plea of nolo contendere to a felony ofpossession or sale of drugs, murder, manslaughter,armed robbery, rape, sexual battery, sex offenselisted in Section 45-33-23 (g), child abuse, arson,grand larceny, burglary, gratification of lust,aggravated assault or felonious abuse and/orbattery of a vulnerable adult which has not beenreversed on appeal or for which a pardon has notbeen granted, the student shall not be eligibleto be admitted to such health program of studyor will not be eligible to participate in clinicaltraining in a licensed entity.”In addition to the disqualifying events listed inSection 37-29-232 of the Mississippi Code of1972 annotated, clinical affiliates may, at theirdiscretion, refuse to provide clinical experiencesto any student whom the clinical affiliate feelsare not suitable for employment or for the clinicalexperience setting.Any drug conviction; bodily harm, neglect orabuse, or felony DUI conviction within a year ofstarting date of class is cause for denial of theclinical experience setting. Any convictions morethan a year beyond the starting date of class will beexamined by the “Review Standards Committee”with a decision rendered if the student is allowedto participate in the clinical experience setting.Any charges pending a resolution will requiredocumentation of disposition from the student.Prior to enrollment, students are required toreceive the Hepatitis-B vaccination (or presentphysician’s statement stating that this vaccinationis not advisable). Students are also required toobtain a CPR Healthcare Provider (two year)certification, proof of immunization for MMR andvaricella. A Mantoux Two-Step TB Skin Test anddrug screening will be scheduled after enrollment.All these conditions must be met prior to the startof clinical training.All students admitted into the Program will berequired to pay for fingerprinting and backgroundchecks, which will be performed after admissionand prior to the clinical practicum. These fees willbe attached as registration fees. For additionalinformation, please contact the EMS advisor.To meet graduation requirements for thisprogram, students must successfully complete thespecified courses listed below with a "C" average(grade point average of 2.00) or better. A gradeof "C" or higher is required in each EMS course toprogress in the program. All coursework must bepassed. Students in the EMS-Paramedic Programmust attend MCC full-time (12 or more semestercredit hours).Emergency Medical TechnicianCertificate ProgramMCC offers a one-semester course to meet theeducational needs of those seeking certificationas an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Thiscourse provides an overview of the skills necessaryto work as an EMT including patient assessment,transport, and treatment. Successful completionof EMS 1118 qualifies a student for additionaltesting and recognition by the National Registryof Emergency Medical Technicians. Student mustearn a grade of “C” or better and pass the finalexam with a grade of 75 or better to qualify forthe National Registry.HoursEMS 1118 Emergency MedicalTechnician 8Semester Hours 8Total Semester Hours 8Paramedic Certificate ProgramMCC offers both certificate and associate degreeoptions for students enrolled in the paramedicprogram. All courses meet or exceed the NationalEMS Educational Standards developed by theNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration.Paramedic student are required to complete asubstantial quantity of laboratory and clinicalexperiences. Successful completion of the paramedicprogram qualifies a student for additionaltesting and recognition as a Paramedic by the NationalRegistry of Emergency Medical Technicians.Program PrerequisitesHoursBIO 2513/2511 Anatomy and Physiology Iwith Lab 4EMS 1118 EMT Basic 8Semester Hours 12Paramedic Core CoursesHours(First Semester)EMS 1122 Introduction to EMS Systems 2EMS 1314 Airway: Management, Respiration,and Oxygenation 4EMS 1414 Patient Assessment 4EMS 1513 EMS Practicum I 3EMS 1614 Pharmacology 4Semester Hours 17Paramedic Core CoursesHours(Second Semester)EEMS 1825 Cardiology 5EMS 1525 EMS Practicum II 5EMS 2855 Medical 5EMS 2714 Trauma 4*BIO 2523 Anatomy and Physiology IIand BIO 2521 Lab 4Semester Hours 23Paramedic Core CoursesHours(Third Semester)EMS 1422 Special Patient Populations 2EMS 2414 Maternal/Child Emergencies 4EMS 2565 EMS Practicum III 5EMS 2912 EMS Operations 2Semester Hours 12Total Semester Hours 65Associate of Applied ScienceParamedic Degree OptionGraduates of the EMS-P Certificate program canalso receive the AAS degree by completing thefollowing academic courses:HoursENG 1113 English Composition I 3SPT 1113 Public Speaking 3Social/Behavioral Sciences 3Fine Arts/Humanities Elective 3College Mathematics/Science 3(Note: A & P I & II fulfills thisrequirement)Semester Hours 15Total Semester Hours 80________________________Division ofHealth EducationDental Assisting – CertificateRobin Johnson, Program Coordinator/InstructorThe Dental Assisting Technology Program is aone-year certificate program designed to preparethe student for employment and advancement indental assisting. Upon successful completion ofthis program, the student will have performeda variety of patient care, office and laboratoryduties. The program includes lecture hours, labhours, and supervised clinical experiences. In theclinical experiences, the student will assist thedentist at chairside both in private offices, clinics,and state facilities as applicable.Mississippi Law requires healthcare professionalsor Career Technical Education students enrolled inprograms whose primary purpose is to prepare82 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogprofessionals to render patient care services,submit to criminal background checks, and fingerprintingprior to beginning any clinical rotation ina licensed healthcare entity. If such fingerprintingor criminal background checks of the studentdiscloses a felony conviction, guilty plea or pleaof nolo contendere to a felony of possession or saleof drugs, murder, manslaughter, armed robbery,rape, sexual battery, sex offense listed in Section45-33-23 (g), child abuse, arson, grand larceny,burglary, gratification of lust, aggravated assaultor felonious abuse and/or battery of a vulnerableadult which has not been reversed on appeal orfor which a pardon has not been granted, thestudent shall not be eligible to be admitted to suchhealth program of study or will not be eligible toparticipate in clinical training in a licensed entity.In addition to the disqualifying events listed inSection 37-29-232 of the Mississippi Code of1972 annotated, clinical affiliates may, at theirdiscretion, refuse to provide clinical experiencesto any student whom the clinical affiliate feelsare not suitable for employment or for the clinicalexperience setting.Any drug conviction; bodily harm, neglect orabuse, or felony DUI conviction within a year ofstarting date of class is cause for denial of the clinicalexperience setting. Any convictions more thana year beyond the starting date of class will beexamined by the “Review Standards Committee”with a decision rendered if the student is allowedto participate in the clinical experience setting.Any charges pending a resolution will requiredocumentation of disposition from the student.Upon graduation from the program, the studentwill be able to apply for a Mississippi radiographypermit which is necessary for taking DentalRadiographs. The student will have taken two ofthe three parts (Infection Control and RadiationHealth Safety) of the Dental Assisting NationalBoards (DANB). The student will be given theapplication form for the third portion (GeneralChairside). If taken and passed within five yearsof completion of the Dental Assisting program,the dental assistant will be able to secure theirCertified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential. Graduatesof the 12-month program will be awarded acertificate of completion.Progression: To meet graduation requirementsfor this program, students must successfullycomplete the specified courses listed below witha “C” average (grade point average of 2.00) orbetter. A grade of “C” or higher is required ineach DAT course to progress in the program. Allcoursework must be passed.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain a 17 or better composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 70 or above on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 60 or above on the ArithmeticSection;OrComplete 15 semester hours with a “C” averageor above at an accredited college or universitywith six (6) of the hours being awarded in EnglishComposition I (ENG 1113) and Public Speaking(SPT 1113);AndHave a cumulative GPA of 2.00 (“C” average) onall previous college coursework;AndAttend a DAT Information Session offered in latespring. Students will receive notice from theRegistrar’s Office about scheduling their InformationSession.The DAT Admissions Committee will select eachyear’s class from the pool of applicants whomeet minimum admission requirements. Anyapplication with incomplete records will not beconsidered for admission. The admission processis competitive and completion of minimumrequirements is not a guarantee of admission.Priority consideration for admission will begiven as follows: (1) In-district students whocomplete program prerequisites and/or generaleducation coursework at MCC; (2) Out-of-districtstudents who complete program prerequisitesand/or general education coursework at MCC; (3)Mississippi residents who complete program prerequisitesand/or general education courseworkelsewhere; (4) Out-of-state students. Check withthe Health Education Advisor for selection detailsand deadlines.After program admission and prior to beginning ofclass, students must begin a three-part Hepatitis-83

Programs of StudyPrograms of StudyB vaccination (or present physician’s statementstating that this vaccination is not advisable) andhave a current CPR card not expiring while studentis in the program. Students must provide proofof immunization for MMR. A Mantoux Two-StepTB Skin Test and a Drug Screening Test will bescheduled after classes begin.Students in the Dental Assisting Program mustattend MCC full-time (12 or more semester credithours).Students in the Dental Assisting Program mustattend MCC full-time (12 or more semester credithours).Course of study:First SemesterHoursSPT 1113 Public Speaking 3DAT 1111 Dental Orientation 1DAT 1214 Dental Assisting Materials 4DAT 1313 Dental Science I 3DAT 1415 Chairside Assisting I 5DAT 1514 Dental Radiology I 4DAT 1911 Dental Seminar I 1Semester Hours 21Second SemesterHoursDAT 1323 Dental Science II 3DAT 1423 Chairside Assisting II 3DAT 1522 Dental Radiology II 2DAT 1612 Dental Health Education 2DAT 1714 Practice Management 4DAT 1815 Clinical Experience I 5DAT 1921 Dental Seminar II 1Semester Hours 20Third SemesterHoursENG 1113 English Composition I 3DAT 1822 Clinical Experience II 2DAT 1433 Chairside Assisting III 3Semester Hours 8Total Semester Hours 49Dental Hygiene Technology -Associate of Applied ScienceDr. Bill Lindsay, Director of Dental ProgramsTThe Dental Hygiene Program provides studentswith a general education and clinical dental hygieneexperience to prepare them for a career inthe dental hygiene profession. A dental hygienistis a licensed, preventive health professional whoprovides educational, clinical and therapeuticservices and promotes total health through themaintenance of optimal oral health. All phases ofdental health education are covered and sustainedthrough community dental health activities andclinical experience by treating patients in all categoriesincluding children, the aged, and patientswith oral and general systemic conditions.MCC’s Dental Hygiene Program is accreditedby the Commission on Dental Accreditation ofthe American Dental Association, a specializedaccrediting body recognized by the Council onPostsecondary Accreditation and by the UnitedStates Department of Education. Graduates ofthe program are awarded an Associate of AppliedScience Degree in Dental Hygiene and are eligibleto write the National Board of Dental Examinersas well as individual state board examinations fordental hygiene.Mississippi Law requires healthcare professionalsor Career Technical Education students enrolled inprograms whose primary purpose is to prepareprofessionals to render patient care services,submit to criminal background checks, and fingerprintingprior to beginning any clinical rotation ina licensed healthcare entity. If such fingerprintingor criminal background checks of the studentdiscloses a felony conviction, guilty plea or pleaof nolo contendere to a felony of possession or saleof drugs, murder, manslaughter, armed robbery,rape, sexual battery, sex offense listed in Section45-33-23 (g), child abuse, arson, grand larceny,burglary, gratification of lust, aggravated assaultor felonious abuse and/or battery of a vulnerableadult which has not been reversed on appeal orfor which a pardon has not been granted, thestudent shall not be eligible to be admitted to suchhealth program of study or will not be eligible toparticipate in clinical training in a licensed entity.In addition to the disqualifying events listed inSection 37-29-232 of the Mississippi Code of1972 annotated, clinical affiliates may, at theirdiscretion, refuse to provide clinical experiencesto any student whom the clinical affiliate feelsare not suitable for employment or for the clinicalexperience setting.Any drug conviction; bodily harm, neglect orabuse, or felony DUI conviction within a year ofstarting date of class is cause for denial of the clinicalexperience setting. Any convictions more thana year beyond the starting date of class will beexamined by the “Review Standards Committee”with a decision rendered if the student is allowedto participate in the clinical experience setting.Any charges pending a resolution will requiredocumentation of disposition from the student.Progression: To meet graduation requirementsfor this program, students must successfullycomplete the specified courses listed below witha "C" average (grade point average of 2.00) orbetter. A grade of "C" or higher is required ineach DHT course to progress in the program. Allcoursework must be passed.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain an 18 composite score on the ACT;OrComplete 18 semester hours with a “C” average orabove at an accredited college or university. These18 hours of coursework must be selected from thefollowing: General Chemistry Survey, Anatomyand Physiology I and II with labs, Microbiologywith lab, Nutrition, General Psychology, EnglishComposition 1. Anatomy and Physiology musthave been completed within five years prior toadmission into the DHT program;tice from the Registrar’s Office about schedulingtheir Information Session. Final college transcriptsmust be received by May 21.The DHT Admissions Committee will select eachyear’s class from the pool of applicants who meetminimum requirements. Any application withincomplete records will not be considered foradmission. The admission process is competitiveand completion of minimum requirements is not aguarantee of admission. Priority consideration foradmission will be given as follows: 1) In-districtstudents who complete program prerequisitesand/or general education coursework at MCC;2) Out-of-district students who complete programprerequisites and/or general educationcoursework at MCC; 3) Mississippi residents whocomplete program prerequisites and/or generaleducation coursework elsewhere; 4) Out-of-statestudents. Check with the Health Education advisorfor selection details and deadlines.Prior to classes beginning, students are requiredto receive the Hepatitis-B vaccination (or presentphysician’s statement stating that this vaccinationis not advisable). Students are also requiredto obtain a CPR Healthcare Provider (two year)certification, proof of immunization for MMR, andvaricella. A Mantoux Two-Step TB Skin Test anddrug screening will be scheduled after enrollment.All these conditions must be met prior to the startof clinical training.All students admitted into the Program will berequired to pay for fingerprinting and backgroundchecks, which will be performed after admissionand prior to clinical laboratories. These fees willbe attached as registration fees. For additionalinformation, please contact the Health EducationAdvisor.Students in the Dental Hygiene TechnologyProgram must attend MCC full-time (12 or moresemester credit hours).The admission process is competitive. Performancein the following Dental Hygieneacademic core courses is used in computingan applicant’s admission ranking:84 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogAndHave a cumulative grade point average (CGPA)of 2.00 (“C” average) on all previous collegecoursework;AndComplete General Chemistry Survey (CHE 1113)and Lab (CHE 1111) or higher level.AndAll transcripts, high school and college, and ACTscores, autobiographical data sheet and proof ofeight (8) hours observation in a dental clinic mustbe received along with the application by the April30 deadline. All applicants must attend a DHTInformation Session. Applicants will receive no-*Prerequisite required for this program:CHE 1113 General Chemistry Survey 3CHE 1111 Gen. Chem. Survey Lab 1Total Credit Hours 4HoursENG 1113 English Composition I 3PSY 1513 General Psychology 3Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3SOC 2113 Introduction to Sociology 3BIO 2513 Anatomy and Physiology I 3BIO 2511 Anatomy and Physiology I Lab 1BIO 2523 Anatomy and Physiology II 3BIO 2521 Anatomy and Physiology II Lab 1BIO 2923 Microbiology 3BIO 2921 Microbiology Laboratory 1BIO 1613 Nutrition 3SPT 1113 Public Speaking 3Semester Hours 30First YEARFirst SemesterHoursDHT 1115 Fundamentals of Dental Hygiene 5DHT 1212 Dental Anatomy 2DHT 1314 Dental Radiology 4DHT 1911 Dental Hygiene Seminar I 1Semester Hours 12Second SemesterHoursDHT 1416 Clinical Dental Hygiene I 6DHT 1513 Periodontics 3DHT 1232 Oral Histology/Embryology 2DHT 1222 Head and Neck Anatomy 2DHT 1921 Dental Hygiene Seminar II 1Semester Hours 14Second YEARFirst SemesterHoursDHT 2425 Clinical Dental Hygiene II 5DHT 2713 Pharmacology 3DHT 2613 Dental Materials 3DHT 2233 General/Oral Pathology 3DHT 2931 Dental Hygiene Seminar III 1Semester Hours 15Second SemesterHoursDHT 2436 Clinical Dental Hygiene III 6DHT 2814 Community Dental Health 4DHT 2922 Dental Ethics/Law 2DHT 2941 Dental Hygiene Seminar IV 1Semester Hours 13Total Semester Hours 54Health Information Technology- Associate of Applied ScienceKrystal Powe, Program Coordinator/InstructorThe Health Information Technology programconsists of courses in health record systems andrelated technology courses as well as generaleducation courses. Practical experience in thehealth information management departmentsof local health care facilities is an integral part ofthe program. The program also offers an on-lineoption.The Health Information Technology program is accreditedby the Commission on the Accreditationfor Health Informatics and Information ManagementEducation (CAHIIM). Graduates of thisprogram are eligible to write the accreditationexamination of the American Health InformationManagement Association for the designation ofRegistered Health Information Technician (RHIT).The Health Information Technology program givesstudents the knowledge and skills to help ensurequality of health care through quality informationwithout direct patient contact. The medical worlddepends on health information specialists to collectdata, interpret it, protect it and determinehow it can be used.Mississippi Law now requires healthcare professionalsor Career Technical Education studentsenrolled in programs whose primary purpose isto prepare professionals to render patient careservices, submit to criminal background checks,and fingerprinting prior to beginning any clinicalrotation in a licensed healthcare entity. If suchfingerprinting or criminal background checks ofthe student discloses a felony conviction, guiltyplea or plea of nolo contendere to a felony of possessionor sale of drugs, murder, manslaughter,armed robbery, rape, sexual battery, sex offenselisted in Section 45-33-23 (g), child abuse, arson,85

Programs of StudyPrograms of Studygrand larceny, burglary, gratification of lust, aggravatedassault or felonious abuse and/or batteryof a vulnerable adult which has not been reversedon appeal or for which a pardon has not beengranted, the student shall not be eligible to beadmitted to such health program of study or willnot be eligible to participate in clinical trainingin a licensed entity.In addition to the disqualifying events listed inSection 37-29-232 of the Mississippi Code of1972 annotated, clinical affiliates may, at theirdiscretion, refuse to provide clinical experiencesto any student whom the clinical affiliate feelsare not suitable for employment or for the clinicalexperience setting.Any drug conviction; bodily harm, neglect orabuse, or felony DUI conviction within a year ofstarting date of class is cause for denial of the clinicalexperience setting. Any convictions more thana year beyond the starting date of class will beexamined by the “Review Standards Committee”with a decision rendered if the student is allowedto participate in the clinical experience setting.Any charges pending a resolution will requiredocumentation of disposition from the student.As a Health Information Technician, a graduateis prepared to assume duties in the field includingICD-9-CM and CPT coding, reimbursementmethodologies, quality assessment, utilizationand risk management, medical staff credentialing,health record law, statistical applications,cancer program maintenance, and accreditation/licensure issues.Progression: To meet graduation requirementsfor this program, students must successfullycomplete the specified courses listed below witha "C" average (grade point average of 2.00) orbetter. In order to progress in this program, studentsmust earn at least a “C” in all HIT courses,Anatomy and Physiology I and II and in EnglishComp I. Competencies must be met at the levelstated in the course outline.**Minimum admission requirements (in additionto general admission requirements):Attain an 18 composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 70 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 60 or above on the ArithmeticSection;OrComplete 12 hours or more with a “C” average orabove at an accredited college or university. Six ofthese hours must be earned in Beginning Algebra(MAT 0123) or a higher Math equivalent and EnglishComp I (ENG 1113) with a “C” or better;AndHave a cumulative grade point average (CGPA)of 2.0 (“C” average on all previous collegecoursework);AndComplete Anatomy and Physiology I and Anatomyand Physiology I lab with at least a “C”. A&P I andII must have been completed within six years priorto admission into the Health Information TechnologyProgram. (Computer Applications must alsohave been completed within three years prior toadmission into the Health Information TechnologyProgram);AndAttend an HIT Information Session. Students willreceive notice from the Registrar's Office aboutscheduling their Information Session;AndObserve in a Health Information ManagementDepartment and write a written summary ofthe visit.The HIT Admissions Committee will select eachyear’s class from the pool of applicants whomeet minimum admission requirements. Anyapplication with incomplete records will not beconsidered for admission. The admission processis competitive and completion of minimumrequirements is not a guarantee of admission.Priority consideration for admission will begiven as follows: 1) In-district students whocomplete program prerequisites and/or generaleducation coursework at MCC; 2) Out-of-districtstudents who complete program prerequisitesand/or general education coursework at MCC; 3)Mississippi residents who complete program prerequisitesand/or general education courseworkelsewhere; 4) Out-of-state students. Check withthe Health Education Advisor for selection detailsand deadlines.After program admission and prior to classesbeginning, students must provide proof of immunizationfor MMR. A drug screening test willbe scheduled after classes begin. A MantouxTwo-Step TB Skin Test will be scheduled afterclasses begin.All students admitted into the Program will berequired to pay for fingerprinting and backgroundchecks, which will be performed after admissionand prior to clinical laboratories. These fees willbe attached as registration fees. There are certainconvictions that will prevent an individual beingeligible to participate in clinical experiences. If astudent is unable to participate in clinical experiences,he/she will be dismissed from the program.For additional information, contact the healtheducation counselor or your advisor.Students in the Health Information TechnologyProgram must attend MCC full-time (12 or moresemester credit hours).**Admission requirements are minimum standardsand admission to the program is competitive.Admission is not guaranteed.Course of study:Prerequisites:HoursBIO 2513 Anatomy and Physiology I 3BUI 2511 Anatomy and Physiology I lab 1First YEARFirst SemesterHIT 2913 Computers in Healthcare 3Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3SPT 1113 Public Speaking 3HIT 1920 Seminar II 0Semester Hours 17Second YearFirst SemesterHoursHIT 2615 Coding Systems I 5HIT 2423 Pathophysiology II 3HIT 2123 Alternate Care Systems 3HIT 2513 Professional PracticeExperience I 3HIT 2133 Health Statistics 3HIT 2142 Electronic Health Record 2HIT 2910 Seminar III 0Semester Hours 19Second SemesterHoursHIT 2625 Coding Systems II 5HIT 2713 Health Care Supervision 3HIT 2812 Performance ImprovementTechniques 2HIT 2523 Professional PracticeExperience II 3HIT 2633 Reimbursement Methodologies 3Behavioral Science Elective 3HIT 2921 Seminar IV 1Semester Hours 20Total Semester Hours 73Health Information Coding -CertificateKrystal Powe, Program Coordinator/InstructorThe Health Information Coding Certificate Programis designed to prepare students for basiccoding positions. Students are awarded a Certificateof Completion upon completing the programand are prepared to take the national certificationexam for Certified Coding Assistant (CCA) offeredby the American Health Information ManagementAssociation (AHIMA).The program is structured so that course will beoffered in the on-line environment. Some coursesmay require on-campus seminars which thestudent will be required to attend.ADVANCED PLACEMENT IN HEALTHINFORMATION TECHNOLOGY86 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogHoursHIT 1114 Health Record Systems 4HIT 1213 Medical Terminology 3BIO 2523 Anatomy and Physiology II 3BIO 2521 Anatomy and Physiology II Lab 1ENG 1113 English Composition I 3CSC 1123 Computer Applications 3HIT 1910 Seminar I 0Semester Hours 17Second SemesterHoursHIT 1323 Health Care Law and Ethics 3HIT 1413 Pathophysiology I 3HIT 2212 Pharmacology 2The Health Information Coding Certificate Programis designed as a 1+1 program with theHealth Information Technology Program. Studentswho successfully complete the first and secondsemesters of the coding certificate program orwho complete the entire program can progressinto the Health Information Technology Programat the second year (sophomore) level in the fallsemester.Mississippi Law requires healthcare professionalsor Career Technical Education students enrolled inprograms whose primary purpose is to prepareprofessionals to render patient care services,submit to criminal background checks, and fingerprintingprior to beginning any clinical rotation ina licensed healthcare entity. If such fingerprintingor criminal background checks of the studentdiscloses a felony conviction, guilty plea or pleaof nolo contendere to a felony of possession or saleof drugs, murder, manslaughter, armed robbery,rape, sexual battery, sex offense listed in Section45-33-23 (g), child abuse, arson, grand larceny,burglary, gratification of lust, aggravated assaultor felonious abuse and/or battery of a vulnerableadult which has not been reversed on appeal orfor which a pardon has not been granted, thestudent shall not be eligible to be admitted to suchhealth program of study or will not be eligible toparticipate in clinical training in a licensed entity.In addition to the disqualifying events listed inSection 37-29-232 of the Mississippi Code of1972 annotated, clinical affiliates may, at theirdiscretion, refuse to provide clinical experiencesto any student whom the clinical affiliate feelsare not suitable for employment or for the clinicalexperience setting.Any drug conviction; bodily harm, neglect orabuse, or felony DUI conviction within a year ofstarting date of class is cause for denial of the clinicalexperience setting. Any convictions more thana year beyond the starting date of class will beexamined by the “Review Standards Committee”with a decision rendered if the student is allowedto participate in the clinical experience setting.Any charges pending a resolution will requiredocumentation of disposition from the student.**Minimum admission requirements (in additionto general admission requirements):Attain an 18 composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 70 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 60 or above on the ArithmeticSection;OrComplete 12 hours or more with a “C” averageor above at an accredited college or university.Six of these hours must be earned in BeginningAlgebra (MAT 0123) or a higher Math equivalentand English Comp I (ENG 1113) with a “C” or better;AndHave a cumulative grade point average (CGPA)of 2.00 (“C” average on all previous collegecoursework);AndComplete Anatomy and Physiology I and Anatomyand Physiology I lab with at least a “C”; A&P I andII must have been completed within six years priorto admission into the Health Information TechnologyProgram. (Note: Computer Applications mustalso have been completed within three yearsprior to admission into the Health InformationTechnology Program);AndAttend an HIT Coding Program Informationsession. Students will receive notice from theRegistrar's Office about scheduling their InformationSession;AndObserve in a Health Information ManagementDepartment and write a written summary ofthe visit.The HIT/Medical Coding Admissions Committeewill select each class from the pool of applicationswho meet minimum admission requirements. Noapplicant will be considered unless the minimumadmissions criteria are met. Program admissionis a competitive process. Check with the AdmissionsOffice and/or Health Education Advisor forselection details and deadlines. Students mustsubmit to a random, unannounced drug screenafter classes begin. A Mantoux Two Step TB SkinTest will be scheduled after classes begin. Proofof immunizations of MMR must be provided thefirst week of class. All students admitted into the87

Programs of StudyPrograms of Studyprogram will be required to pay for fingerprintingand background checks, which will be done afteradmission and prior to clinical practice. Thesefees will be attached as registration fees. Thereare certain convictions that will prevent and individualbeing eligible to continue in the program.A student will be dismissed from the program ifunable to meet requirements for clinical practice.For additional information, contact the HealthEducation Advisor.**Admission requirements are minimum standardsand admission to the program is competitive.Program admission is not guaranteed.Students in the Health Information Coding CertificateProgram must attend MCC full time (12or more semester credit hours).Course of study:Pre-requisites:HoursBIO 2513 Anatomy and Physiology I 3BIO 2511 Anatomy and Physiology I, Lab 1First SemesterHoursHIT 1114 Health Record Systems 4HIT 1213 Medical Terminology 3BIO 2523 Anatomy and Physiology II 3BIO 2521 Anatomy and Physiology Lab II 1CSC 1123 Computer Applications 3ENG 1113 English Comp I 3Semester Hours 17Second SemesterHoursHIT 1323 Health Care Law and Ethics 3HIT 1413 Pathophysiology I 3HIT 2913 Computers in Healthcare 3HIT 2615 Coding Systems I 5HIT 2212 Pharmacology 2Semester Hours 16Third SemesterHoursHIT 2633 Reimbursement Methodologies 3HIT 2625 Coding Systems II 5Semester Hours 8Total Semester Hours 41Medical Laboratory Technology -Associate of Applied ScienceSheila Johnson, Program Coordinator/InstructorThe Medical Laboratory Technology curriculum isa two-year Associate of Applied Science degreeprogram of study that prepares individuals towork in a medical laboratory. As members ofthe health care delivery team, clinical laboratorypersonnel are responsible for assuring reliable andaccurate laboratory test results that contribute tothe diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, and preventionof physiological and pathological conditions.This program is designed to meet the standardsand requirements for careers in clinical laboratoryscience. At career entry, the medical laboratorytechnician/clinical laboratory technician will beable to perform routine clinical laboratory tests(such as hematology, clinical chemistry, immunohematology,microbiology, serology/immunology,coagulation, and urinalysis) as the primaryanalyst making specimen-oriented decisions onpre-determined criteria. Upon successful completionof the technical program, the student will beeligible to take a national certification examination.This program is accredited by the NationalAccrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science(NAACLS), 8410 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Suite670, Chicago, IL 60631, (773) 714-8880. The MedicalAdvisor for the program is F.M. Phillippi, M.D.Mississippi Law requires healthcare professionalsor Career Technical Education students enrolled inprograms whose primary purpose is to prepareprofessionals to render patient care services,submit to criminal background checks, and fingerprintingprior to beginning any clinical rotation ina licensed healthcare entity. If such fingerprintingor criminal background checks of the studentdiscloses a felony conviction, guilty plea or pleaof nolo contendere to a felony of possession or saleof drugs, murder, manslaughter, armed robbery,rape, sexual battery, sex offense listed in Section45-33-23 (g), child abuse, arson, grand larceny,burglary, gratification of lust, aggravated assaultor felonious abuse and/or battery of a vulnerableadult which has not been reversed on appeal orfor which a pardon has not been granted, thestudent shall not be eligible to be admitted to suchhealth program of study or will not be eligible toparticipate in clinical training in a licensed entity.In addition to the disqualifying events listed inSection 37-29-232 of the Mississippi Code of1972 annotated, clinical affiliates may, at theirdiscretion, refuse to provide clinical experiencesto any student whom the clinical affiliate feelsare not suitable for employment or for the clinicalexperience setting.Any drug conviction; bodily harm, neglect orabuse, or felony DUI conviction within a year ofstarting date of class is cause for denial of the clinicalexperience setting. Any convictions more thana year beyond the starting date of class will beexamined by the “Review Standards Committee”with a decision rendered if the student is allowedto participate in the clinical experience setting.Any charges pending a resolution will requiredocumentation of disposition from the student.Progression: To meet graduation requirementsfor this program, students must successfullycomplete the specified courses listed below witha "C" average (grade point average of 2.00) orbetter. A grade of "C" or higher is required in eachMLT course to progress in the program.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain an 18 composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 70 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 60 or above on the ArithmeticSection;OrComplete 15 semester hours with a “C” averageor above at an accredited college or universityand meet requirements for Intermediate Algebra(MAT 1233);AndHave a cumulative grade point average (CGPA)of 2.00 (“C” average) on all previous collegecoursework;AndAttend an MLT Information Session. Students willreceive notice from the Registrar’s Office aboutscheduling their Information Session.The MLT Admissions Committee will select eachyear’s class from the pool of applicants whomeet minimum admission requirements. Anyapplication with incomplete records will not beconsidered for admission. The admission processis competitive and completion of minimumrequirements is not a guarantee of admission.Priority consideration for admission will begiven as follows: 1) In-district students whocomplete program prerequisites and/or generaleducation coursework at MCC; 2) Out-of-districtstudents who complete program prerequisitesand/or general education coursework at MCC; 3)Mississippi residents who complete program prerequisitesand/or general education courseworkelsewhere; 4) Out-of-state students. Check withthe Health Education advisor for selection detailsand deadlines.After program admission and prior to classesbeginning, students must provide proof of immunizationfor MMR. A Drug Screening Testwill be scheduled after classes begin. A negativeMantoux Two-Step TB Skin Test is requiredbefore students can enter the first semester ofthe second year.All students admitted into the program will berequired to pay for fingerprinting and backgroundchecks, which will be performed after admissionand prior to clinical laboratories. These fees willbe attached as registration fees. There are certainconvictions that will prevent an individual beingeligible to participate in clinical experiences. If astudent is unable to participate in clinical experiences,he/she will be dismissed from the Program.For additional information, please contact thehealth education counselor or your advisor.Students in the Medical Laboratory TechnologyProgram must attend MCC full-time (12 or moresemester credit hours).Course of study:First YEARFirst SemesterHoursMLT 1111 Fundamentals of MLT/Phlebotomy 1ENG 1113 English Composition I 3CHE 1213/ General Chemistry I / Lab 488 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogCHE 1211OrCHE 1113/ Chemistry Survey / Lab 4CHE 1111MLT 1911 Medical Lab Seminar I 1BIO 2513/ Anatomy and Physiology I/Lab 4BIO 2511MAT 1233Intermediate Algebra(or higher math equivalent) 3Behavioral Science Elective 3Semester Hours 19Second SemesterHoursSPT 1113 Public Speaking 3CHE 1223/ General Chemistry II/Lab 4CHE 1221OrMLT 1523 Principles of Organic and 3BiochemistryMLT 1921 Medical Lab Seminar II 1BIO 2923 Microbiology 3BIO 2921 Microbiology Lab 1MLT 1213 Urinalysis/Body Fluids 3MLT 2513 Parasitology 3Semester Hours 17/18Summer SemesterHoursMLT 1313 Hematology I 3MLT 1413 Immunology/Serology 3Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3Semester Hours 9Second YearFirst SemesterHoursMLT 1324 Hematology II 4MLT 1515 Clinical Chemistry 5MLT 2424 Immunohematology 4MLT 2614 Pathogenic Microbiology 4MLT 2711 Medical Lab Seminar III 1Semester Hours 18Second SemesterHoursMLT 2916 Clinical Practice I 6(40 Hours per Week)MLT 2921 Medical Lab Seminar IV 1MLT 2926 Clinical Practice II 6(40 Hours per Week)Semester Hours 13Summer SemesterHoursMLT 2936 Clinical Practice III 6(40 Hours per Week)MLT 2723 Certification Fundamentals 3Semester Hours 9Total Semester Hours 85/86Physical Therapist Assistant -Associate of Applied ScienceKimberly Ennis, Program Coordinator/InstructorThe Physical Therapist Assistant Program consistsof courses in general education, basic sciencecourses and courses in physical therapy. Studentsgain practical experience through various clinicalrotations at area and regional health care facilities.The Physical Therapist Assistant Program atMeridian Community College is accredited by theCommission on Accreditation in Physical TherapyEducation Programs (CAPTE) of the AmericanPhysical Therapy Association (APTA).* Graduatesof accredited programs are eligible to write thelicensure examination administered by the MississippiState Board of Physical Therapy.As a licensed physical therapist assistant, thegraduate is eligible to work under the directionof a physical therapist in a variety of health caresettings providing physical therapy service topatients.Mississippi Law requires healthcare professionalsor Career Technical Education students enrolled inprograms whose primary purpose is to prepareprofessionals to render patient care services,submit to criminal background checks, and fingerprintingprior to beginning any clinical rotation ina licensed healthcare entity. If such fingerprintingor criminal background checks of the studentdiscloses a felony conviction, guilty plea or pleaof nolo contendere to a felony of possession or saleof drugs, murder, manslaughter, armed robbery,rape, sexual battery, sex offense listed in Section45-33-23 (g), child abuse, arson, grand larceny,burglary, gratification of lust, aggravated assaultor felonious abuse and/or battery of a vulnerableadult which has not been reversed on appeal orfor which a pardon has not been granted, the89

Programs of StudyPrograms of Studystudent shall not be eligible to be admitted to suchhealth program of study or will not be eligible toparticipate in clinical training in a licensed entity.In addition to the disqualifying events listed inSection 37-29-232 of the Mississippi Code of1972 annotated, clinical affiliates may, at theirdiscretion, refuse to provide clinical experiencesto any student whom the clinical affiliate feelsare not suitable for employment or for the clinicalexperience setting.Any drug conviction; bodily harm, neglect orabuse, or felony DUI conviction within a year ofstarting date of class is cause for denial of the clinicalexperience setting. Any convictions more thana year beyond the starting date of class will beexamined by the “Review Standards Committee”with a decision rendered if the student is allowedto participate in the clinical experience setting.Any charges pending a resolution will requiredocumentation of disposition from the student.Progression: To meet graduation requirements forthis program, students must successfully completethe specified courses listed below with a "C"average (grade point average of 2.00) or better.A grade of "C" or higher is required in each PTAcourse to progress in the program. Courses mustbe taken sequentially and competencies stated ineach course syllabus must be met.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain an 18 composite score on the nationalACT;OrAttain a 16 or 17 composite on the national ACTand complete 18 semester hours of programgeneral education coursework with an average of“C” or above at an accredited college or university.These 18 hours of coursework should be selectedfrom the following: Physical Science Survey I,Anatomy and Physiology I and II, College Algebra,English Composition I, General Psychology, PublicSpeaking, and Humanities/Fine Arts elective.Anatomy and Physiology must have been completedwithin three years prior to admission intothe PTA program;AndObserve in a Physical Therapy Department;AndSubmit two references;AndSubmit an autobiographical essay;AndAttend an interview session after all other requirementshave been met.Admission is competitive and specific admissionrequirements must be met. All requirements andrequired application materials are due by May 1,preceding the fall admission desired. The deadlinewill be extended, if needed, until maximumenrollment is met.The PTA Admissions Committee will select eachyear’s class from the pool of applicants whomeet minimum admission requirements. Anyapplication with incomplete records will not beconsidered for admission. The admission processis competitive and completion of minimumrequirements is not a guarantee of admission.Priority consideration for admission will begiven as follows: 1) In-district students whocomplete program prerequisites and/or generaleducation coursework at MCC; 2) Out-of-districtstudents who complete program prerequisitesand/or general education coursework at MCC; 3)Mississippi residents who complete program prerequisitesand/or general education courseworkelsewhere; 4) Out-of-state students. Check withthe Health Education advisor for selection detailsand deadlines.After program admission and prior to classes beginning,students must present a CPR HealthcareProvider certification and proof of immunizationfor MMR. A background check, a Mantoux Two-Step TB Skin Test, and a random drug screeningwill be scheduled after enrollment. All studentsadmitted into the Program will be required topay for fingerprinting and a background check,which will be performed after admission andprior to clinical laboratories. These fees will beattached as registration fees. There are certainconvictions that will prevent an individual beingeligible to participate in clinical experiences. If astudent is unable to participate in clinical experiences,he/she will be dismissed from the Program.For additional information, contact the HealthEducation Advisor.Students in the Physical Therapist AssistantProgram must attend MCC full-time (12 or moresemester credit hours).*The Commission on Accreditation in PhysicalTherapy Education Department of Accreditation:American Physical Therapy Association1111 North Fairfax StreetAlexandria, VA 22314Telephone: 703-706-3245Website: www.apta.org/CAPTECourse of study:First YEARFirst SemesterSecond YearFirst SemesterHoursPTA 1324 Therapeutic Exercise andRehabilitation I 4PTA 2334 Therapeutic Exercise andRehabilitation II 4PTA 2513 Medical Conditions andRelated Pathology 3PTA 2911 Seminar 1Semester Hours 12Second SemesterHoursPTA 2424 Clinical Education II 4PTA 2434 Clinical Education III 4PTA 2444 Clinical Education IV 4PTA 2523 Physical Therapy Seminar 3Semester Hours 15Total Program Hours 78Important Notice: Advanced placement creditand/or College Level Examination Program(CLEP) will not substitute for ENG 1113 (EnglishComposition I).Radiologic Technology (X-ray) -Associate of Applied ScienceDebra Herring, Program CoordinatorRadiologic Technology is a general education andclinical training program designed to preparestudents for entry-level Radiography. Generaleducation and radiography courses are taught oncampus with clinical instruction and experienceprovided in local and out of town affiliated radiologycenters. Competency-based instruction is providedso that skills and proficiency are attained.The program consists of six consecutive semestersof training and is nationally accredited by the JointReview Committee on Education in RadiologicTechnology, 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 900,Chicago, Illinois 60606-2901, (312) 704-5300.Graduates of the program are awarded an Associateof Applied Science Degree in RadiologicTechnology and are eligible to apply for admissionto the certifying examination of The AmericanRegistry of Radiologic Technologists. After successfulcompletion of the national examination,the title “Registered Technologist, Radiography,American Registry of Radiologic Technologist”90 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogHoursPHY 2243 Physical Science Survey I 3PHY 2241 Physical Science Survey I Lab 1ENG 1113 English Composition I 3BIO 2513 Anatomy and Physiology I 3BIO 2511 Anatomy and Physiology I Lab 1PSY 1513 General Psychology 3PTA 1123 Fundamental Conceptsof Physical Therapy 3PTA 1911 Seminar 1PTA 1111 Health Care Experience I 1Semester Hours 19Second SemesterHoursMAT 1313 College Algebra 3BIO 2523 Anatomy and Physiology II 3BIO 2521 Anatomy and Physiology II Lab 1SPT 1113 Public Speaking 3PTA 1213 Fundamental Skills PhysicalTherapist Assistants 3PTA 1315 Kinesiology 5PTA 1921 Seminar 1Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3Semester Hours 22Summer SemesterHoursPTA 1224 Therapeutic Modalities 4PTA 2233 Electrotherapy 3PTA 2413 Clinical Education I 3Semester Hours 10and its abbreviation “R.T. (R) (ARRT)” may beused. The program is not designed for transfer toa senior college.Radiographers are highly skilled professionalsqualified by education to perform imaging examinationsand accompanying responsibilitiesat the request of physicians who prescribe and/or perform radiologic procedures. Equipmentemitting ionizing radiation is used to produceradiographic images of the internal structuresof human anatomy. These radiographic imagesare utilized by the physician to diagnose diseaseprocesses. The radiographer is responsible for allfunctions in the Radiology Department to ensureconsistent radiographic images and provide forpersonal and patient safety from radiation hazards.In addition to producing diagnostic imagesand primary patient care, other responsibilitiesmay include administrative and educationalfunctions.Mississippi Law requires healthcare professionalsor Career Technical Education students enrolled inprograms whose primary purpose is to prepareprofessionals to render patient care services,submit to criminal background checks, and fingerprintingprior to beginning any clinical rotation ina licensed healthcare entity. If such fingerprintingor criminal background checks of the studentdiscloses a felony conviction, guilty plea or pleaof nolo contendere to a felony of possession or saleof drugs, murder, manslaughter, armed robbery,rape, sexual battery, sex offense listed in Section45-33-23 (g), child abuse, arson, grand larceny,burglary, gratification of lust, aggravated assaultor felonious abuse and/or battery of a vulnerableadult which has not been reversed on appeal orfor which a pardon has not been granted, thestudent shall not be eligible to be admitted to suchhealth program of study or will not be eligible toparticipate in clinical training in a licensed entity.In addition to the disqualifying events listed inSection 37-29-232 of the Mississippi Code of1972 annotated, clinical affiliates may, at theirdiscretion, refuse to provide clinical experiencesto any student whom the clinical affiliate feelsare not suitable for employment or for the clinicalexperience setting.Any drug conviction; bodily harm, neglect orabuse, or felony DUI conviction within a year ofstarting date of class is cause for denial of the clinicalexperience setting. Any convictions more thana year beyond the starting date of class will beexamined by the “Review Standards Committee”with a decision rendered if the student is allowedto participate in the clinical experience setting.Any charges pending a resolution will requiredocumentation of disposition from the student.Progression: To meet graduation requirementsfor this program, students must successfullycomplete the specified courses listed below witha "C" average (grade point average of 2.00) orbetter. A grade of "C" or higher is required in eachRGT course to progress in the program. All RGTcoursework must be taken sequentially. In addition,students must establish clinical proficiencyeach semester.Application must be made by April 1 for admissionto the summer class;AndMeet minimum admission requirements (in additionto general requirements):AndAttain an 18 composite score on the ACT with amath subscore of at least 17;OrScore a 70 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 63 or above on the Algebra Section;AndComplete Anatomy & Physiology I, Anatomy& Physiology II, with lab, within five years ofprogram entry and College Algebra with a “C” orhigher by the spring prior to summer admission;AndHave a cumulative grade point average (CGPA)of 2.00 (“C” average) on all previous collegecoursework;AndBe at least 18 years of age at the time of acceptancein the program;AndComplete the Rad Tech Application Packet that91

Programs of StudyPrograms of Studycan be downloaded from the program's web siteor obtained from the health advisor or programcoordinator. The packet will include an autobiographicalessay form, two reference forms, andone form documenting 16 hours of observationsin two affiliated Radiology Departments. Theseobservations must be for a minimum of four (4)hours each day Monday - Friday, for a total ofsixteen (16) hours in an affiliated hospital settingthat performs fluoroscopic procedures. A clinicalinstructor for the department must be present andcomplete an observation form for the applicant.The deadline for submitting all program admissiondocuments, including the Application Packet,is April 1.A pre-determined number of students who meetall the above qualifications will be invited to aninterview session with the program faculty.The RGT Admissions Committee will select eachyear’s class from the pool of applicants whomeet minimum admission requirements. Anyapplication with incomplete records will not beconsidered for admission. The admission processis competitive and completion of minimumrequirements is not a guarantee of admission.Priority consideration for admission will begiven as follows: 1) In-district students whocomplete program prerequisites and/or generaleducation coursework at MCC; 2) Out-of-districtstudents who complete program prerequisitesand/or general education coursework at MCC; 3)Mississippi residents who complete program prerequisitesand/or general education courseworkelsewhere; 4) Out-of-state students. Check withthe Health Education Advisor for selection detailsand deadlines.After program admission and prior to enrollment,students must obtain two-year (Professional/Healthcare Provider) CPR certification. Studentsare required to provide a copy of CPR certificationand childhood immunizations on first day of class.TB skin test and a random drug screening will bescheduled after enrollment.All students admitted into the Program will berequired to pay for fingerprinting and backgroundchecks, which will be performed after admissionand prior to clinical assignments. These fees willbe attached as registration fees. There are certainconvictions that will prevent an individual beingeligible to participate in clinical experiences. If astudent is unable to participate in clinical experiences,he/she will be dismissed from the Program.For additional information, please contact thehealth education counselor or your advisor.Students in the Radiologic Technology Programmust attend MCC full-time (12 or more semestercredit hours).Course of study:Pre-requisites:BIO 2514 Anatomy and Physiology I with Labwithin 5 years of program entryBIO 2524 Anatomy and Physiology II with Labwithin 5 years of program entryMAT 1313 College AlgebraFirst YearFreshman Summer IHoursAHT 1113 Terminology 3RGT 1212 Fundamentals of Radiography 2ENG 1113 English Composition I 3Semester Hours 8Freshman FallHoursRGT 1613 Physics of Imaging Equipment 3RGT 1513 Radiographic Procedures I 3RGT 1111 Radiologic Seminar I 1RGT 1222 Patient Care in Radiography 2RGT 1114 Clinical Education I 4PSY 1513 General Psychology 3Semester Hours 16Freshman SpringHoursRGT 1312 Principles of Radiation Protection 2RGT 1121 Radiologic Seminar II 1RGT 1523 Radiographic Procedures II 3RGT 1413 Imaging Principles 3RGT 1124 Clinical Education II 4Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3Semester Hours 16Freshman Summer IIHoursRGT 1139 Clinical Education III 9Semester Hours 9Second YearSophomore FallHoursRGT 1423 Digital Imaging 3RGT 2111 Radiologic Seminar III 1RGT 2132 Ethical & Legal Responsibilities 2RGT 2147 Clinical Education IV 7RGT 2533 Radiographic Procedures III 3SPT 1113 Public Speaking 3Semester Hours 19Sophomore SpringHoursRGT 2542 Radiographic Procedures IV 2RGT 2121 Radiologic Seminar IV 1RGT 2157 Clinical Education V 7RGT 2911 Radiation Biology 1RGT 2921 Radiographic Pathology 1RGT 2932 Certification Fundamentals 2Semester Hours 14Total Hours 82College Level Examination Program (CLEP) testing,as well as any high school courses that resultin College Credit, is acceptable by the program’saccrediting agency (JRCERT) provided the coursesare within five years of program entry.Respiratory Care Practitioner -Associate of Applied ScienceSteve Arinder, Program Coordinator/InstructorThe Respiratory Care Practitioner Program is aspecialized training program that provides astudent with the knowledge and skills to becomea competent respiratory care practitioner. Skillsapplication is vital in this comprehensive program.Successful program graduates use criticalthinking, problem solving and the ability to applytechnology to the work environment. This fieldhas experienced rapid expansion and the trend isexpected to continue.The practitioner may perform the followingrespiratory care modalities under direct orindirect supervision of a therapist or physician:Hyperexpansion therapy to include IntermittentPositive Pressure Breathing (IPPB), ContinuousPositive Pressure Breathing (CPAP) and IncentiveSpirometry, Humidity/Aerosol Therapy, includingthe administration of aerosolized medicationunder physician prescription, medical gas therapy,chest physiotherapy, cardiopulmonary resuscitation,adult and infant mechanical ventilation,pulmonary function testing and electrocardiograms(EKG’s), as well as other therapeutic anddiagnostic procedures. The practitioner alsoreceives instruction in infection control, cleaning,sterilization and general maintenance of respiratorytherapy equipment.Mississippi Law requires healthcare professionalsor Career Technical Education students enrolled inprograms whose primary purpose is to prepareprofessionals to render patient care services,submit to criminal background checks, and fingerprintingprior to beginning any clinical rotation ina licensed healthcare entity. If such fingerprintingor criminal background checks of the studentdiscloses a felony conviction, guilty plea or pleaof nolo contendere to a felony of possession or saleof drugs, murder, manslaughter, armed robbery,rape, sexual battery, sex offense listed in Section45-33-23 (g), child abuse, arson, grand larceny,burglary, gratification of lust, aggravated assaultor felonious abuse and/or battery of a vulnerableadult which has not been reversed on appeal orfor which a pardon has not been granted, thestudent shall not be eligible to be admitted to suchhealth program of study or will not be eligible toparticipate in clinical training in a licensed entity.In addition to the disqualifying events listed inSection 37-29-232 of the Mississippi Code of1972 annotated, clinical affiliates may, at theirdiscretion, refuse to provide clinical experiencesto any student whom the clinical affiliate feelsare not suitable for employment or for the clinicalexperience setting.Any drug conviction; bodily harm, neglect orabuse, or felony DUI conviction within a year ofstarting date of class is cause for denial of the clinicalexperience setting. Any convictions more thana year beyond the starting date of class will beexamined by the “Review Standards Committee”with a decision rendered if the student is allowedto participate in the clinical experience setting.Any charges pending a resolution will requiredocumentation of disposition from the student.The program is accredited at the Advanced Therapistlevel through the Committee on Accreditationfor Respiratory Care (COARC), 1248 Hardwood92 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogRoad, Bedford, TX 76021-4244, (817) 283-2835.www.coarc.com. Graduates of the program areawarded an Associate of Applied Science andare eligible to take the entry level, as well as theadvanced practitioner level exam, for RespiratoryCare Practitioners (CRT - Certified RespiratoryTherapist; RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist)administered by the National Board for RespiratoryCare.Progression: To meet graduation requirementsfor this program, students must successfullycomplete the specified courses listed below witha "C" average (grade point average of 2.00) orbetter. A grade of "C" or higher is required in eachRCT course to progress in the program. A passinggrade must be earned in all other coursework.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain a 17 composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 70 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 60 or above on the ArithmeticSection;OrEarn a “C” or above in Intermediate English (ENG0123) and a “C” or above in Beginning Algebra(MAT 0123);OrComplete 15 semester hours with a “C” averageor above at an accredited college or university.Three of these hours must be earned in BeginningAlgebra (MAT 0123) or a higher math equivalentwith a grade of “C” or better;AndHave a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of2.00 (“C” average) or above on all previous collegecoursework;AndEarn a “C” or higher in BIO 2513/2511 Anatomyand Physiology I and BIO 2523/2521 Anatomyand Physiology II prior to admission;AndAttend an RCT Information Session. Students willreceive notice from the Registrar’s Office aboutscheduling their Information Session.The Respiratory Care Admissions Committee willselect each year’s class from the pool of applicantswho meet minimum admission requirements.Any application with incomplete records will notbe considered for admission. The admission processis competitive and completion of minimumrequirements is not a guarantee of admission.Priority consideration for admission will begiven as follows: 1) In-district students whocomplete program prerequisites and/or generaleducation coursework at MCC; 2) Out-of-districtstudents who complete program prerequisitesand/or general education coursework at MCC; 3)Mississippi residents who complete program prerequisitesand/or general education courseworkelsewhere; 4) Out-of-state students. Check withthe Health Education Advisor for selection detailsand deadlines.After program admission students must provideproof of immunization for MMR. A Mantoux Two-Step TB Skin Test and a drug screening test will bescheduled after enrollment.All students admitted into the program will berequired to pay for fingerprinting and backgroundchecks, which will be performed after admissionand prior to clinical laboratories. These fees willbe attached as registration fees. There are certainconvictions that will prevent an individual beingeligible to participate in clinical experiences. If astudent is unable to participate in clinical experiences,he/she will be dismissed from the program.For additional information, contact the HealthEducation Advisor.Students in the Respiratory Care PractitionerProgram must attend MCC full-time (12 or moresemester credit hours).Course of study:Program Prerequisites:HoursBIO 2513 Anatomy and Physiology I 3BIO 2511 Anatomy and Physiology I Lab 1BIO 2523 Anatomy and Physiology II 3BIO 2521 Anatomy and Physiology II Lab 1First YearFall SemesterHoursRCT 1213 Respiratory Care Science 3RCT 1313 Cardiopulmonary Anatomy93

Programs of Study& Physiology 3RCT 1223 Patient Assessment andPlanning 3RCT 1414 Respiratory Care Technology I 4RCT 1011 Seminar I 1RCT 1613 Respiratory Pharmacology 3Semester Hours 17Spring SemesterHoursSPT 1113 Public Speaking 3RCT 1516 Clinical Practice I 6RCT 1424 Respiratory Care Technology II 4RCT 1021 Seminar II 1RCT 2333 Cardiopulmonary Pathology 3Semester Hours 17Summer SemesterHoursRCT 1524 Clinical Practice II 4RCT 1323 Pulmonary Function Testing 3ENG 1113 English Composition I 3Semester Hours 10Second YearFall SemesterHoursBehavioral/Social ScienceElective 3Humanities/ Fine Arts Elective 3RCT 2534 Clinical Practice III 4RCT 2434 Respiratory Care Technology III 4RCT 2031 Seminar III 1CSC 1113 Computer Concepts 3Semester Hours 18Spring SemesterHoursRCT 2713 Respiratory Care Seminar 3RCT 2546 Clinical Practice IV 6RCT 2613 Neonatal/Ped. Management 3Semester Hours 12Total Semester Hours 74Surgical Technology –CertificateZielda Gandy, Program Coordinator/InstructorSurgical Technology is an instructional programthat prepares an individual to serve as a memberof the surgical team to work with surgeons,certified registered nurse anesthetists, anesthesiologists,registered nurses, and other surgicalpersonnel in delivering patient care and assumingappropriate responsibilities before, during, andafter surgery. This program includes the educationof all aspects of surgical technology including therole of second assistant and circulator.Mississippi Law requires healthcare professionalsor Career Technical Education students enrolled inprograms whose primary purpose is to prepareprofessionals to render patient care services,submit to criminal background checks, and fingerprintingprior to beginning any clinical rotation ina licensed healthcare entity. If such fingerprintingor criminal background checks of the studentdiscloses a felony conviction, guilty plea or pleaof nolo contendere to a felony of possession or saleof drugs, murder, manslaughter, armed robbery,rape, sexual battery, sex offense listed in Section45-33-23 (g), child abuse, arson, grand larceny,burglary, gratification of lust, aggravated assaultor felonious abuse and/or battery of a vulnerableadult which has not been reversed on appeal orfor which a pardon has not been granted, thestudent shall not be eligible to be admitted to suchhealth program of study or will not be eligible toparticipate in clinical training in a licensed entity.In addition to the disqualifying events listed inSection 37-29-232 of the Mississippi Code of1972 annotated, clinical affiliates may, at theirdiscretion, refuse to provide clinical experiencesto any student whom the clinical affiliate feelsare not suitable for employment or for the clinicalexperience setting.Any drug conviction; bodily harm, neglect orabuse, or felony DUI conviction within a year ofstarting date of class is cause for denial of the clinicalexperience setting. Any convictions more thana year beyond the starting date of class will beexamined by the “Review Standards Committee”with a decision rendered if the student is allowedto participate in the clinical experience setting.Any charges pending a resolution will requiredocumentation of disposition from the student.Graduates of the 12-month program will beawarded the Certificate of Surgical Technology.MCC’s Surgical Technology program is accreditedby The Commission on Accreditation of AlliedHealth Education Programs.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain an ACT composite score of 16 (12 if takenbefore October 1989) with a subscore of 12 inMath and Reading;In addition, after classes begin, all students mustpresent evidence of CPR certification, submit to arandom drug screening and a Mantoux Two-StepTuberculosis (TB) skin test;94 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogOrScore a 70 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 60 or above on the ArithmeticSection;OrComplete 15 semester hours with a "C" average orabove at an accredited college or university thatincludes English Comp I (ENG 1113);AndHave a cumulative grade point average (CGPA)of 2.00 ("C" average) on all previous collegecoursework;AndAttend a Surgical Technology Information Session.Students will receive notice from the Registrar'sOffice about scheduling their Information Session.The SUT Admissions Committee will select eachyear’s class from the pool of applicants whomeet minimum admission requirements. Anyapplication with incomplete records will not beconsidered for admission. The admission processis competitive and completion of minimumrequirements is not a guarantee of admission.Priority consideration for admission will begiven as follows: 1) In-district students whocomplete program prerequisites and/or generaleducation coursework at MCC; 2) Out-of-districtstudents who complete program prerequisitesand/or general education coursework at MCC; 3)Mississippi residents who complete program prerequisitesand/or general education courseworkelsewhere; 4) Out-of-state students. Check withthe Health Education Advisor for selection detailsand deadlines.After program admission and prior to beginningof classes, all students must complete a physicalexamination, supply a record of Measles/Mumps/Rubella (MMR) immunization and proof of HepatitisB (HBV) vaccination (or present a physician’sstatement that this vaccination is not advisable).AndAAll students admitted into the Program willbe required to pay for fingerprinting and abackground check, which will be performedafter admission and prior to clinical laboratories.These fees will be attached as registration fees.There are certain convictions that will prevent anindividual being eligible to participate in clinicalexperiences. If a student is unable to participatein clinical experiences, he/she will be dismissedfrom the program. For additional information,contact the Health Education Advisor.Students in MCC's Surgical Technology Programmust attend MCC full-time (12 or more semestercredit hours).Course of study:First YearFirst SemesterHoursSUT 1113 Fundamentals of SurgicalSUT 1216Technology 3Principles of SurgicalTechnique 6SUT 1314 Surgical Anatomy 4SUT 1413 Surgical Microbiology 3SUT 1911 Seminar 1Semester Hours 17Second SemesterHoursSUT 1518 Basic and Related SurgicalProcedures 8SUT 1528 Specialized SurgicalProcedures 8SUT 1921 Seminar 1Semester Hours 17Summer Term (8-weeks)SUT 1538 Advanced Surgical ProceduresSemester Hours 8Total Semester Hours 42____________________Industrial TechnologyDivisionAutomotive Technology - OneYear CertificateMatthew JohnsonProgram Coordinator/InstructorThis program prepares individuals to engage inthe servicing and maintenance of all types ofautomobiles. Instruction includes the diagnosisof malfunctions of five (5) areas of ASE/NATEFcertification (Engine Repair, Electrical and ElectronicSystems, Engine Performance, Brakes, andSteering and Suspension Systems.Progression: To meet graduation requirementsfor this program, students must successfullycomplete the specified courses listed below witha “C” average (grade point average of 2.00) orbetter. A grade of “C” or higher is required in eachATV course to progress in the program.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain a 17 composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 70 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 63 or above on the Algebra Section;OrEarn a “C” or above in Intermediate English (ENG0123) and demonstrate competency for BeginningAlgebra (MAT 0123);OrComplete 15 semester hours with a “C” averageor above from an accredited college or universityand demonstrate competency for IntermediateAlgebra (MAT 1233). Developmental courseworkdoes not satisfy this requirement.Students in the Automotive Technology Programmust attend MCC full-time (12 or more semestercredit hours).Course of study:First SemesterHoursATV 1811 Introduction, Safety, and 1Employability SkillsPrograms of StudyATV 1213 Brakes 3ATV 1124 Basic Electrical/ElectronicSystems 4ATV 1424 Engine Performance I 4ATV 1715 Engine Repair 5Semester Hours 17Second SemesterHoursATV 2434 Engine Performance II 4ATV 1134 Advanced Electrical/Electronic Systems 4ATV 2334 Steering and SuspensionsSystems 4Elective* 3Semester Hours 15Total Semester Hours 32*Approved Electives:ATV 291(1-3) Special Problems in AutomotiveTechnologyATT 2923 Supervised Work ExperienceCommercial Truck Driving –CertificateOtis Gowdy, Program Coordinator/InstructorMCC’s Commercial Truck Driving Program is aneight week program that prepares students todrive tractor trailers and other commercial vehicles.The program is a combination of classroomand actual road driving that includes Departmentof Transportation rules and regulations, safety,proper shifting, log books, preparation of paperwork,map reading, and handling cargo. Studentsare able to utilize a state-of-the-art truck drivingsimulator that helps prepare them for the actualroad driving experience.Each student logs a minimum of 20 contact hoursof driving time with various loads, roads, and drivingconditions. Students are required to pass theDOT Commercial Driver Written Examination andobtain a Commercial Truck Driver’s License. Uponsuccessful completion of the program, studentsearn a Certificate in Commercial Truck Driving.After completing the initial eight weeks of training,students can enroll in the Commercial TruckDriving Internship. Students in the Internship are95

Programs of StudyPrograms of Studyunder the supervision of a company trainer for upto eight weeks. Students who enroll in the Internshipare eligible to apply for financial assistance.Enrollment in the program is limited to fourstudents per instructor.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain 14 composite score on the ACT;OrScore 40.0 or above on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 32 or above on the ArithmeticSections;OrEarn a "C" or above in Intermediate English (ENG0123) and Beginning Algebra (MAT 0123);OrComplete 15 semester hours with a "C" averageor above at an accredited college or university andearn a grade of "C" in Beginning Algebra (MAT0123) and have a High School Diploma or GED.In addition, applicants for the Commercial TruckDriving program are required to:• Be at least 18 years old. Applicant 18 to 22years of age are required to submit a writtenstatement from a company, on letterhead, statingthe applicant will be hired upon completion of theCommercial Truck Driving program. According tothe Mississippi Department of Public Safety, applicantsunder the age of 21 will be restricted tointrastate only.• Pass Department of Transportation physicalrequirements, including a drug test.• Pass a criminal background check and driver’shistory that is obtained and evaluated by MeridianCommunity College.Course of Study:HoursDTV 1116 Commercial Truck Driving I 6DTV 1126 Commercial Truck Driving II 6DTV 1137 Commercial Truck DrivingInternship 7Construction Trades-CertificateOlin Thomas, Program Coordinator/InstructorIn this one-year certificate program, studentslearn the skills required in the construction industry.Students actually build a residential home oron-campus building facility while learning skills incarpentry, foundations, framing, roofing, exteriorfinishing, interior finishing and cabinet making.Progression: To meet graduation requirementsfor this program, students must successfullycomplete the specified courses listed below witha “C” average (GPA of 2.0) or better. A grade of "C"or higher is required in each CAV course to progressin the program.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain a 16 composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 61 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 43 or above on the Algebra Section;OrEarn a “C” or above in Beginning English I (ENG0113) and a “C” or above in Beginning Algebra(MAT 0123);OrComplete 15 semester hours with a “C” averageor above from an accredited college or universityand earn a grade of “C” in Beginning Algebra(MAT 0123). Developmental coursework doesnot satisfy this requirement.Students in the Construction Trades Programmust attend MCC full-time (12 or more semestercredit hours).Course of study:Fall SemesterHoursCAV 1115 Foundations 5CAV1132 Blueprint Reading 2CAV1235 Floor and Wall Framing 5CAV1244 Ceiling and Roof Framing 4CAV 1412 Roofing 2CAV 1910 Seminar I for ConstructionTrades .5Semester Hours 18.5Second SemesterHoursCAV 1123 Forming Applications 3CAV 1514 Exterior Finishing 4CAV 1317 Interior Finishing andCabinet Making 7CAV 1920 Seminar II for ConstructionTrades .5DDT 1123 Computational Methodsfor Drafting 3Semester Hours 17.5Total Semester Hours 36Drafting and Design Technology-Associate of Applied ScienceStuart Brown, Program Coordinator/InstructorThe Drafting and Design Technology Program atMCC prepares students to enter the engineering,construction and manufacturing fields. Draftingtechnicians translate ideas of the engineer orarchitect into drawings, which are the basic meansof communication in industry. Upon completionof the drafting program, graduates are ableto enter industry and assume higher levels ofresponsibility.Progression: To meet graduation requirementsfor this program, students must successfullycomplete the specified courses listed below witha "C" average (grade point average of 2.00) orbetter. A grade of "C" or higher is required in eachDDT course to progress in the program.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain a 17 composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 70 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 63 or above on the Algebra Section;Algebra (MAT 1233). Developmental courseworkdoes not satisfy this requirement.Students in the Drafting and Design TechnologyProgram must attend MCC full-time (12 or moresemester credit hours).Course of study:First YearFirst SemesterHoursDDT 1113 Fundamentals of Drafting 3DDT 1123 Computational Methods forDrafting 3DDT 1313 Principles of CAD 396 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogOrEarn a “C” or above in Intermediate English (ENG0123) and demonstrate competency for IntermediateAlgebra (MAT 1233);OrComplete 15 semester hours with a “C” averageor above from an accredited college or universityand demonstrate competency for IntermediateDDT 1910Drafting and DesignSeminar I .5ENG 1113 English Composition I 3MAT 1313 College Algebra* 3Semester Hours 15.5Second SemesterHoursDDT 1133 Machine Drafting I 3DDT 1323 Intermediate CAD 3Approved Technical Elective** 3DDT 1213 Construction Materials 3DDT 1920 Drafting and DesignSeminar II .5SPT 1113 Public Speaking 3Semester Hours 15.5Second YearFirst SemesterHoursDDT 1613 Architectural Design I 3DDT 1413 Elementary Surveying 3DDT 2343 Advanced CAD 3DDT 2253 Statics and Strength of Materials 3DDT 1930 Drafting and DesignSeminar III .5Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3HPR Physical Education 1Semester Hours 16.5Second SemesterHoursDDT 2233 Structural Drafting 3DDT 2423 Mapping & Topography 3DDT 2623 Architectural Design II 3Approved Technical Elective** 3DDT 1940 Drafting and DesignSeminar IV .5Behavioral/Social ScienceElective 3Semester Hours 15.5Total Semester Hours 63*Students who lack entry-level skills in mathshould take MAT 1233 (Intermediate Algebra)before taking College Algebra.**Approved mathematics, science, or technologycourse. Electives must be approved by theprogram coordinator.Electronics Technology-Associateof Applied ScienceLarry Cook, Program Coordinator/InstructorAn industrial electronic technician is involved inevery phase of electronics. The technician typicallyworks with a design engineer in the developmentstages, manufacturing and production,or in the maintenance and repair of electronicequipment.Electronic technicians are expected to make andrecord measurements, analyze and interpretsymptoms and replace faulty parts. Operating variedpieces of test equipment, reading schematicdiagrams and tracing signals in circuits are alsopart of a technician’s responsibilities.Progression: To meet graduation requirementsfor this program, students must successfullycomplete the specified courses listed below witha "C" average (grade point average of 2.00) orbetter. A grade of "C" or higher is required ineach EET, ROT, TCT, or CST course to progress inthe program.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain a 17 composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 69.5 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 62.5 or above on the AlgebraSection;OrEarn a “C” or above in Intermediate English (ENG0123) and demonstrate competency for IntermediateAlgebra (MAT 1233);OrComplete 15 semester hours with a “C” averageor above from an accredited college or universityand demonstrate competency for IntermediateAlgebra (MAT 1233). Developmental courseworkdoes not satisfy this requirement.Students in the Electronics Technology Programmust attend MCC full-time (12 or more semestercredit hours).Course of study:First YearFirst SemesterHoursEET 1102 Fundamentals of Electronics 2EET 1114 DC Circuits 4EET 1214 Digital Electronics 4CSC 1123 Microcomputer Applications 3EET/TCT 1910Electronics orTelecommunications Seminar I .5MAT 1313 College Algebra 3Semester Hours 16.5Second SemesterHoursEET 1123 AC Circuits 3EET 1314 Solid State Devices and Circuits 4EET 1324 Microprocessors 4ENG 1113 English Composition 1 3EET/TCT 1920Electronics orTelecommunications Seminar II .5Social/Behavioral ScienceElective 3Semester Hours 17.5Second YearFirst SemesterHoursELT 2613 Programmable Logic Controllers 3EET 2334 Linear Integrated Circuits 4EET 2514 Interfacing Techniques 4Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3EET 2423 Fundamentals of Fiber Optics 3EET/TCT 1930Electronics orTelecommunications Seminar III .5Semester Hours 17.5Second SemesterHoursEET 2414 Electronic Communications 4Technical Elective* 3-4CST 2113 Computer Service Lab 1 3EET/TCT 1940Electronics orTelecommunications Seminar IV .5SPT 1113 Public Speaking 397

Programs of StudyPrograms of StudySemester Hours 13.5/15.5Total Semester Hours 65/67*Technical electives:ROT 1113 Fundamental of RoboticsROT 1213 Industrial HydraulicsTCT 1113 Fundamentals of TelecommunicationsTCT 2214 Telephone SystemsTCT 2324 Digital CommunicationsCST 2113 Computer Service Lab 1EET 2913 Special ProjectEET 2923 Supervised Work ExperienceIndustrial Electricity-CertificateJim Miles, Program Coordinator/InstructorThis nine-month program prepares students foremployment with an industrial firm or employmentin a metal-working industry. Studentsreceive instruction and hands-on experience inelectricity, plumbing/pipe fitting, heating ventilating,air conditioning, structural repair, sheetmetal, welding and basic related instruction.Progression: To meet graduation requirementsfor this program, students must successfullycomplete the specified courses listed below witha "C" average (grade point average of 2.00) orbetter. A grade of "C" or higher is required in eachIMM course to progress in the program.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain a 16 composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 61 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 43 or above on the Algebra Section;OrEarn a “C” or above in Beginning English (ENG0113) and a “C” or above in Beginning Algebra(MAT 0123);OrComplete 15 semester hours with a “C” averageor above from an accredited college or universityand earn a grade of “C” in Beginning Algebra(MAT 0123). Developmental coursework doesnot satisfy this requirement.Students in the Industrial Maintenance TradesProgram must attend MCC full-time (12 or moresemester credit hours).Course of study:First SemesterHoursIMM 1112 Industrial Maintenance Safety 2IMM 1122 Industrial Maintenance Math &Measurement 2IMM 1132 Industrial Maintenance BlueprintReading 2IMM 1213 Industrial Hand Tools andMechanical Components 3IMM 1713 Methods of Layout 3IMM 1813 Industrial Electricity for MaintenanceMechanics 3IMM 1910 Seminar I .5Semester Hours 15.5Second SemesterHoursIMM 1524 Preventive Maintenance & Service 4IMM 1614 Principles of Piping& Hydro-Testing 4IMM 1734 Maintenance Weldingand Metals 4IMM 1823 Advanced Industrial Electricity forMaintenance Mechanics 3IMM 1920 Seminar II .5Semester Hours 15.5Total Semester Hours 31Industrial MaintenanceTechnician-Two YearCertificateStanley Bishop, Program Coordinator/InstructorThis two-year program provides the student withthe technical knowledge and skills necessary forsuccess in the field of manufacturing.The goal of the program is to develop skills neededto maintain equipment in manufacturing.Students will receive instruction and training insafety, fluid power, electricity, control systems,mechanical systems, troubleshooting, preventivemaintenance, welding and precision machining.Those who complete the program will enter theworkforce qualified as entry level maintenancetechnicians.Course of Study:First YearFirst SemesterHoursIMM 1112 Industrial Maintenance Safety 2IMM 1123 Industrial Maintenance MathIMM 1133& Measurement 3Industrial MaintenanceBlueprint Reading 3ELT 1193 Fundamentals of Electricity 3IMM 1224 Power Tool Applications 4PPV 1813 Rigging and Signaling 3Semester Hours 18Second SemesterHoursIMM 1813 Industrial Electricityfor Maintenance Mechanics 3IMM 1615 Principles of Piping& Hydro-Testing 5ROT 2613 Mechanical Systems 3ROT 1213 Industrial Hydraulics 3IMM 1734 Maintenance Weldingand Metals 4Semester Hours 18Second YearFirst SemesterHoursROT 1223 Industrial Pneumatics 3ELT 1144 AC and DC Circuits 4ELT 1413 Motor Control Systems 3IMM 1235 Precision Machining Operations 5IMM 1524 Preventive Maintenance andService of Equipment 4Semester Hours 19Second SemesterHoursIMM 2114 Equipment Maintenance,Troubleshooting and Repair 4IMM 1823 Adv. Ind. Electricity for Maint.Mechanics 3ELT 2613 Programmable Logic Controllers 3ROT 1113 Fundamentals of Robotics 3INT 1113 Fundamentals of Instrumentation 3Semester Hours 16Total Semester Hours 71Precision Manufacturing &Machining Technology-Associate of Applied Science/CertificateBrian Warren, Program Coordinator/InstructorThe Precision Manufacturing & Machining TechnologyProgram is designed with three differentlevels of completion. In the one-year certificateprogram, students learn the basic skills requiredfor machinists. The two-year certificate programis designed to teach basic skills as well asadvanced machining procedures. The two-yearAssociate of Applied Science is a continuationof advanced skills as well as academic coursesneeded to complete an Associate of AppliedScience degree.Progression: To meet graduation requirementsfor this program, students must successfullycomplete the specified courses listed belowwith a "C" average (grade point average of 2.00)or better. A grade of "C" or higher is required ineach MST course to progress in the program.Minimum admission requirements (in additionto general admission requirements):Attain a 16 composite score on the ACT;OrScore 61 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and 43 or above on the Algebra Section;98 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogOrEarn a “C” or above in Beginning English (ENG0113) and a “C” or above in Beginning Algebra(MAT 0123);OrComplete 15 semester hours with a “C” averageor above from an accredited college or university.Developmental coursework does not satisfythis requirement.Students in the Precision Manufacturing & MachiningTechnology Program must attend MCCfull-time (12 or more semester credit hours).Course of study:First YearFirst SemesterHoursMST 1313 Advanced Shop Mathematics 3MST 1413 Blueprint Reading 3MST 1115 Power Machinery I 5MST 1911 Seminar I 1Written Comm. Elective 3Semester Hours 15Second SemesterMST 1125 Power Machinery II 5MST 1613 Precision Layout 3MST 1423 Advanced Blueprint Reading 3MST 1921 Seminar II 1Math/Science Elective 3Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3Semester Hours 18Second YearFirst SemesterHoursTechnical Elective* 3MST 2135 Power Machinery III 5MST 2715 Computer Numerical ControlOperations I 5Oral Communications Elective 3MST 1931 Seminar III 1Semester Hours 17Second SemesterTechnical Elective * 3MST 2725 Computer Numerical ControlOperations II 5MST 2145 Power Machinery IV 5MST 1941 Seminar IV 1Social Behavioral Science Elect 3Semester hours 17Total Semester Hours 67*Technical Elective options:Metallurgy (MST 2813, 3 hrs.)Computer Concepts ( CSC 1123, 3 hrs)Principles of CAD (DDT 1313, 3 hrs.)Fundamentals of Drafting (DDT 1114, 4hrs.)Special Problems in Machine Tool Technology(MST 2913, 3 hrs.)Work-Based Learning (WBL 1913, 3 hrs.)Computational Methods for Drafting (DDT1123, 3 hrs.)Precision Manufacturing& Machining TechnologyOne-Year Certificate andTwo-Year CertificateFirst Year (One-Year Certificate)First SemesterHoursMST 1313 Advanced Shop Mathematics 3MST 1413 Blueprint Reading 3MST 1115 Power Machinery I 5MST 1911 Seminar I 1Technical Elective 3Semester Hours 15Second SemesterMST 1125 Power Machinery II 5MST 1613 Precision Layout 3MST 1423 Advanced Blueprint Reading 3MST 1921 Seminar II 1Technical Elective 3Semester Hours 15Second Year (Two-Year Certificate)First SemesterHoursMST 2135 Power Machinery III 5MST 2715 Computer Numerical ControlOperations I 5Technical Elective 6MST 1931 Seminar III 1Semester Hours 17Second SemesterMST 2145 Power Machinery IV 5MST 2725 Computer Numerical ControlOperations II 5MST 1941 Seminar IV 1Technical Elective 3Semester Hours 14Total Hours 61*Technical Elective options:Metallurgy (MST 2813, 3 hrs.)Computer Concepts ( CSC 1123, 3 hrs)Principles of CAD (DDT 1313, 3 hrs.)Fundamentals of Drafting (DDT 1114, 4 hrs.)Special Problems in Machine Tool Technology(MST 2913, 3 hrs.)Work-Based Learning (WBL 1913, 3 hrs.)Computational Methods for Drafting (DDT1123, 3 hrs.)99

Millwright Technology - Two YearCertificate ProgramBrian Warren, Program Coordinator/InstructorMillwright Technology is a two-year advancecourse of study, designed to prepare the studentfor employment and advancement in industrialplants and construction companies. The programis an interdisciplinary program well-grounded infundamental job competencies with an option tospecialize in industrial applications or constructionactivities. The first year of study emphasizes shopmathematics, blueprint reading, power machinery,PLC’s, drafting layout, and CAD principles. Thesecond year of study, students choose a specialtyarea in either industrial applications or construction.The industrial option includes additionalstudy in welding, industrial electricity, hydrotesting, and structural repair. The construction optionwill cover topics in framing, roofing, formingapplications, and finish work. Both degree optionsinclude a work-based learning apprenticeshipcomponent with applicable training in an existingindustrial or construction setting.Progression: To meet graduation requirements forthis program, students must successfully completethe specified courses listed below with a "C"average (grade point average of 2.00) or better. Agrade of "C" or higher is required in each programcourse to progress in the program.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain a 16 composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 61 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 43 or above on the Algebra Section;OrEarn a “C” or above in Beginning English (ENG0113) and a “C” or above in Beginning Algebra(MAT 0123);OrComplete 15 semester hours with a “C” averageor above from an accredited college or university.Developmental coursework does not satisfy thisrequirement.Students in Millwright Technology Program mustattend MCC full time (12 or more semester credithours).First YearFirst SemesterHoursMST 1313 Advanced Shop Mathematics 3MST 1413 Blueprint Reading 3MST 1115 Power Machinery I 5MST 1911 Seminar I 1ELT 2613* PLC for Millwrights 3Semester Hours 15Second SemesterIMM 1111 Industrial MaintenanceSafety 1IMM 1122 Industrial MaintenanceMath & Measurement 2IMM 1132 Industrial MaintenanceBlueprint Reading 2IMM 1213 Industrial Hand Tools andMechanical Components 3IMM 1223 Power Tool Applications 3IMM 1524 Preventive Maintenance &Service of Equipment 4IMM 1713 Methods of Layout 3IMM 1910 Seminar I .5Semester Hours 18.5Second Year (Industrial Option)First SemesterHoursIMM 1111 Industrial MaintenanceSafety 1IMM 1122 Industrial Maintenance Math &Measurement 2IMM 1132 Industrial Maintenance BlueprintReading 2IMM 1213 Industrial Hand Tools andMechanical Components 3IMM 1223 Power Tool Applications 3IMM 1524 Preventive Maintenance &Service of Equipment 4IMM 1713 Methods of Layout 3IMM 1910 Seminar I .5Semester Hours 18.5Second SemesterIMM 1615 Principles of Piping &Hydro-Testing 5IMM 1734 Maintenance Weldingand Metals 4IMM 1813 Industrial Electricity forMaintenance Mechanics 3IMM 1723 Structural Repair 3IMM 1920 Seminar II .5Technical Elective 3Semester Hours 18.5Total Semester Hours 37Second Year (Construction Option)First SemesterHoursCAV 1115 Foundations 5CAV 1132 Blueprint Reading I 2CAV 1235 Floor and Wall Framing 5CAV 1244 Ceiling and Roof Framing 4CAV 1412 Roofing 2CAV 1910 Seminar I for ConstructionTrades .5Semester Hours 18.5Second SemesterCAV 1123 Forming Applications 3CAV 1514 Exterior Finishing 4CAV 1317 Interior Finishing andCAV 1920Cabinet Making 7Seminar II for ConstructionTrades .5DDT 1313 Principles of Cad 3Semester Hours 17.5Total Semester Hours 36Telecommunications ServiceTechnology-Associate ofApplied ScienceAllyson Hill, Program Coordinator/InstructorThis two-year program is designed to preparestudents for a wide range of technical positionswithin the Telecommunications industry. It isdesigned to produce workers with multi-facetedskills with foundations in electronics, computersand telecommunications, which enable them tobe flexible and versatile. Emphasis is on telephoneinstruments, key systems, PBX systems, analogand digital voice communications, data communications,fiber optic applications, satelliteand microwave communications, and integratedservices digital network (ISDN).Progression: To meet graduation requirements forthis program, students must successfully completethe specified courses listed below with a "C"average (grade point average of 2.00) or better. Agrade of "C" or higher is required in each TCT andEET course to progress in the program.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain a 17 composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 70 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 63 or above on the Algebra Section;OrEarn a “C” or above in Intermediate English (ENG0123) and demonstrate competency for IntermediateAlgebra (MAT 1233);OrComplete 15 semester hours with a “C” averageor above from an accredited college or universityand demonstrate competency for IntermediateAlgebra (MAT 1233). Developmental courseworkdoes not satisfy this requirement.Students in Telecommunications Service Technologymust attend MCC full time (12 or moresemester credit hours).Course of study:First YearFirst SemesterHoursTCT 1113 Fundamentals ofTelecommunications 3EET 1114 DC Circuits 4EET 1214 Digital Electronics 4MAT 1313 College Algebra 3CSC 1123 Computer Applications I 3TCT/EET Telecommunications1910 or Electronics Seminar I .5Semester Hours 17.5Second SemesterHoursCST 2113 Computer Servicing Lab 1 3EET 1123 AC Circuits 3TCT 2214 Telephone Systems 4EET 1314 Solid State Devices & Circuits 4ENG 1113 English Composition I 3100 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogTCT/EET Telecommunications1920 or Electronics Seminar II .5Semester Hours 17.5Second YearFirst SemesterHoursTCT 2314 Digital Communications I 4EET 2423 Fundamentals of Fiber Optics 3Social/Behavioral Science 3Technical Elective 4TCT/EET Telecommunications1930 or Electronics Seminar III .5Semester Hours 14.5Second SemesterHoursSPT 1113 Public Speaking 3TCT 2414 Microwave & SatelliteCommunications 4Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3TCT 2324 Digital Communications II 4TCT/EET Telecommunications1940 or Electronics Seminar IV .5Semester Hours 14.5Total Semester Hours 64* Technical Elective Options:CNT 1524 Network Components (4 hrs)CNT 1414 Fundamentals of DataCommunications (4 hrs)CNT 2423 System Maintenance (3 hrs)TCT 2424 Network Systems (4 hrs)TCT 2913 Special Project (3 hrs)TCT 2923 Supervised WorkExperience (3 hrs)EET 1324 Microprocessors (4 hrs)EET 2414 Electronic Communication (4 hrs)EET 2334 Linear Integrated Circuits (4 hrs)Welding and CuttingTechnology – CertificateShane Simmons, InstructorThis one-year program is designed to preparethe student for employment and advancementin industrial plants and construction companies.MCC’s Welding and Cutting Technology programis well-grounded in fundamental job competenciesthat emphasize various kinds of weldingand cutting applications, such as shielded metalarc welding, flux core arc welding, gas tungstenarc welding, gas metal arc welding as well aswelding safety, inspection and testing.Minimum admission requirements:(in addition to general requirements)• Attain a 16 composite score on the ACT;Or• Score 61 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and 43 or above on the AlgebraSection ;Or• Earn a “C” or above in Beginning English(ENG 0113) and a “C” or above in BeginningAlgebra (MAT 0123);OrComplete 15 semester hours with a “C” averageor above at an accredited college or university.Developmental coursework does not satisfy thisrequirementCourse of study:First YearFirst SemesterHoursWLV 1116 Shielded Metal Arc Welding I 6WLV 1124 Gas Metal Arc Welding 4WLV 1171 Welding Safety, Inspection& Testing Principles 1WLV 1232 Drawing & Welding Symbols& Interpretation 2WLV 1314 Cutting ProcessesSemester Hours 17Second SemesterHoursWLV 1136 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding 6WLV 1143 Flux Core Arc Welding 3WLV 1226 Shielded Metal Arc Welding II 6WLV 1914 Special Problem in Welding& Cutting Technology 4Semester Hours 19Total Semester Hours 36101

Programs of StudyPrograms of Study_____________________Division of NursingAssociate Degree Nursing -Associate of Applied ScienceDr. Betty Davis, Dean, NursingThe Associate Degree Nursing Program providesstudents with educational opportunities forpersonal and intellectual development and for acareer to help meet the health care needs of thecommunity.MCC’s program prepares graduates for beginningstaff level positions as registered nurses.A graduate receives an Associate of Applied ScienceDegree and is eligible to apply to take theexamination for licensure as a registered nurse.This program is accredited by the Mississippi Boardof Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learningand by the National League for Nursing AccreditingCommission, Inc., 3343 Peachtree Road, NE,Suite 500, Atlanta, GA, 30326, 1-404-975-5000.Legal limitations for licensure as aregistered nurse:Information related to applying for licensure topractice as a registered nurse, upon completionof the Associate Degree Nursing Program, iscontained in the Mississippi Nursing Practice Lawand Rules and Regulations, amended throughApril 1, 2010. Graduates must apply to the MississippiBoard of Nursing to write the NationalCouncil Licensure Examination for RegisteredNurses (NCLEX-RN®). Applicants to the AssociateDegree Nursing Program should be aware of thefollowing restriction regarding who may qualifyto write the NCLEX-RN®:“The Board may, in its discretion, refuse to acceptthe application of any person who has beenconvicted of a criminal offense under any provisionof Title 97 of the Mississippi code of 1972, asnow or hereafter amended, or any provision ofthis chapter.”**Mississippi Nursing Practice LawMississippi Law now requires healthcare professionalsor Workforce Education students enrolledin programs whose primary purpose is to prepareprofessionals to render patient care services,submit to criminal background checks, and fingerprintingprior to beginning any clinical rotation ina licensed healthcare entity. If such fingerprintingor criminal background checks of the studentdiscloses a felony conviction, guilty plea or pleaof nolo contendere to a felony of possession or saleof drugs, murder, manslaughter, armed robbery,rape, sexual battery, sex offense listed in Section45-33-23 (g), child abuse, arson, grand larceny,burglary, gratification of lust, aggravated assaultor felonious abuse and/or battery of a vulnerableadult which has not been reversed on appeal orfor which a pardon has not been granted, thestudent shall not be eligible to be admitted to suchhealth program of study or will not be eligibleto participate in clinical training in a licensedentity. In addition, clinical affiliates have identified“other exclusions” or other criminal offensesthat will preclude a student from participating inthe clinical practicum. The student’s eligibility toparticipate in the clinical training phase of theirhealthcare program shall be voided if the studentreceives a disqualifying criminal record check;therefore, the student will be dismissed from thenursing program.In addition to the disqualifying events listed inSection 37-29-232 of the Mississippi Code of1972 annotated, clinical affiliates may, at theirdiscretion, refuse to provide clinical experiencesto any student whom the clinical affiliate feels isnot suitable for employment or for the clinicalexperience setting. Any drug conviction; bodilyharm, neglect or abuse, or felony DUI convictionwithin a year of starting date of class is causefor denial of the clinical experience setting. Anyconvictions more than a year beyond the startingdate of class will be examined by the “ReviewStandards Committee” with a decision rendered ifthe student is allowed to participate in the clinicalexperience setting. Any charges pending a resolutionwill require documentation of dispositionfrom the student.The program includes a balance of general educationand nursing courses along with plannedexperiences in patient care. Students learn basicnursing techniques in the college laboratory andcare for patients in affiliated hospitals and otherclinical agencies.In addition to regular college tuition and fees,students will have additional expenses for clinicalapparel, standardized tests, background checks,drug screening, organizational dues, books andinsurance. A detailed cost sheet is available fromthe program coordinator. Students are responsiblefor their own transportation between the Collegeand clinical agencies.Progression: A grade of “C” on each course listed inthe four-semester ADN curriculum (NUR coursesplus general education courses) and a cumulativegrade point average of 2.00 (“C” average)or higher on all college courses are necessaryto progress and to graduate from the AssociateDegree Nursing program. In addition, studentsmust demonstrate a satisfactory pattern of behavioraccording to the “Criteria for ResponsibleBehavior,” published in the Associate DegreeNursing Student Handbook.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain an 18 composite score on the national ACT(if taken prior to October 1989, a composite of 15is acceptable) and complete the prerequisites ofAnatomy and Physiology I and II with labs witha “C” or higher on each course; and have a gradepoint average (GPA) of 2.00 (“C” average) or higheron all previous college coursework and a “C” orhigher on all ADN curriculum courses;The ADN Admissions Committee will select eachsemester’s class from the pool of applicants whomeet minimum admission requirements. Anyapplication with incomplete records will not beconsidered for admission. The admission processis competitive and completion of minimumrequirements is not a guarantee of admission.Priority consideration for admission will be givenas follows: 1) In-district students who completeprogram prerequisites and/or general educationcoursework at MCC; 2) Out-of-district studentswho complete program prerequisites and/or generaleducation coursework at MCC; 3) Mississippiresidents who complete program prerequisitesand/or general education coursework elsewhere;4) Out-of-state students. In addition to residencypoints, the applicant’s competitiveness is determinedby ACT score, GPA, and grades in coursescompleted. See the ADN website or NursingAdvisor for additional details.After program admission and prior to enrollment,students must receive CPR certification. Studentsmust provide proof of immunization for MMR. AMantoux Two-Step TB Skin Test is required priorto admission. Drug screening will be scheduledafter enrollment.All students admitted into the Program will be requiredto pay for fingerprinting and a backgroundcheck, which will be performed after admissionand prior to clinical laboratories. These fees willbe attached as registration fees. There are certainconvictions that will prevent an individual beingeligible to participate in clinical experiences. If astudent is unable to participate in clinical experiences,he/she will be dismissed from the Program.For additional information, please contact thenursing advisor.Deadlines for submitting application informationare March 1st for fall admission and October 1stfor spring admission. The application informationdue by March 1 or October 1 includes submissionof all official transcripts, national ACT score, andMCC admission application for the semesteradmission is being sought.Students in the Associate Degree Nursing Programmust attend MCC full-time (12 or more semestercredit hours). Students admitted in January mustbe eligible to participate in the Rural Health Programwhich includes being a Mississippi resident102 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogOrAttain a 17 composite score on the nationalACT, complete the prerequisites of Anatomy andPhysiology I and II with labs with a “C” or higherin each course and complete 16 additional hoursof general education courses, as listed in the ADNursing curriculum, and have a 2.50 GPA or higheron all previous college coursework and a “C” orhigher on all ADN curriculum courses;AndParticipate in a mandatory ADN informationsession and pass a short numerical skill test.This mandatory session will be scheduled for theprospective student only after all other requirementshave been met. Students will receive noticefrom the Records Office about scheduling theirinformation session and their numerical skills test.upon admission and contractually committingto work in a rural area of the state for a limitedtime, after graduation. Currently, all areas of thestate are considered “rural” with the exception ofMetro Jackson.Course of Study:Prior to enrollment in NUR 1110: HoursBIO 2513 Anatomy and Physiology I 3BIO 2511 Anatomy and Physiology I Lab 1BIO 2523 Anatomy and Physiology II 3BIO 2521 Anatomy and Physiology II Lab 1Semester Hours 8First YearFirst SemesterEPY 2533HoursHuman Growth andDevelopment 3NUR 1110 Nursing I 10BIO 2923 Microbiology 3BIO 2921 Microbiology Lab 1NUR 1100 Nursing Seminar I 0Semester Hours 17Second SemesterHoursENG 1113 English Composition I 3NUR 1210 Nursing II 10NUR 1200 Nursing Seminar II 0PSY 1513 General Psychology 3Semester Hours 16Second YearFirst SemesterHoursENG 1123 English Composition II 3NUR 2110 Nursing III 10SPT 1113 Public Speaking 3NUR 2100 Nursing Seminar III 0Semester Hours 16Second SemesterHoursNUR 2210 Nursing IV 10Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3NUR 2201 Nursing Seminar IV 1Semester Hours 14Total Semester Hours 71All courses must be taken prior to or in thesemester scheduled.There is no expiration date for general educationcoursework.Associate Degree NursingAccelerated Program for LicensedPractical Nurses and ParamedicsThe Associate Degree Nursing Accelerated Programfor Licensed Practical Nurses and Paramedicsis designed to move the Practical Nurses andParamedics through the nursing courses at anaccelerated pace. A student’s success is predicatedupon two conditions: that he/she completes someof the required general education courses beforeenrolling; and, that the faculty of the Collegeeffectively measures the student’s beginningabilities and knowledge. A transitional semesterassists students in mastering first-year ADN objectivesthat have not been previously achieved.Successful completion of this term allows studentsto begin the regular second-year ADN program.MCC’s program prepares graduates for beginningstaff level positions as registered nurses.A graduate receives an Associate of Applied ScienceDegree and is eligible to apply to take theExamination for licensure as a registered nurse.This program is accredited by the Mississippi Boardof Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learningand by the National League for Nursing AccreditingCommission, Inc., 3343 Peachtree Road, NE,Suite 500, Atlanta, GA, 30326, 1-404-975-5000.Legal limitations for licensure as aregistered nurse:Information related to applying for licensure topractice as a registered nurse, upon completionof the Associate Degree Nursing Program, iscontained in the Mississippi Nursing Practice Lawand Rules and Regulations, amended throughApril 1, 2010. Graduates must apply to the MississippiBoard of Nursing to write the NationalCouncil Licensure Examination for RegisteredNurses (NCLEX-RN®). Applicants to the AssociateDegree Nursing Program should be aware of thefollowing restriction regarding who may qualifyto write the NCLEX-RN®:“The Board may, in its discretion, refuse to acceptthe application of any person who has beenconvicted of a criminal offense under any provisionof Title 97 of the Mississippi code of 1972, asnow or hereafter amended, or any provision ofthis chapter.”*103

Programs of Study*Mississippi Nursing Practice LawThe program includes a balance of general educationand nursing courses along with plannedexperiences in patient care. Students learn basicnursing techniques in the college laboratory andcare for patients in affiliated hospitals and otherclinical agencies.Mississippi Law requires healthcare professionalsor Workforce Education students enrolled inprograms whose primary purpose is to prepareprofessionals to render patient care services,submit to criminal background checks, and fingerprintingprior to beginning any clinical rotation ina licensed healthcare entity. If such fingerprintingor criminal background checks of the studentdiscloses a felony conviction, guilty plea or pleaof nolo contendere to a felony of possession or saleof drugs, murder, manslaughter, armed robbery,rape, sexual battery, sex offense listed in Section45-33-23 (g) child abuse, arson, grand larceny,burglary, gratification of lust, aggravated assaultor felonious abuse and/or battery of a vulnerableadult which has not been reversed on appeal orfor which a pardon has not been granted, thestudent shall not be eligible to be admitted to suchhealth program of study or will not be eligibleto participate in clinical training in a licensedentity. In addition, clinical affiliates have identified“other exclusions” or other criminal offensesthat will preclude a student from participating inthe clinical practicum. The student’s eligibility toparticipate in the clinical training phase of his/herhealthcare program shall be voided if the studentreceives a disqualifying criminal record check;therefore, the student will be dismissed from thenursing program.In addition to the disqualifying events listed inSection 37-29-232 of the Mississippi Code of1972 annotated, clinical affiliates may, at theirdiscretion, refuse to provide clinical experiencesto any student whom the clinical affiliate feels isnot suitable for employment or for the clinicalexperience setting.Any drug conviction; bodily harm, neglect orabuse, or felony DUI conviction within a year ofstarting date of class is cause for denial of the clinicalexperience setting. Any convictions more thana year beyond the starting date of class will beexamined by the “Review Standards Committee”with a decision rendered if the student is allowedto participate in the clinical experience setting.Any charges pending a resolution will requiredocumentation of disposition from the student.In addition to regular college tuition and fees,students will have additional expenses for clinicalapparel, standardized tests, background checks,drug screening, organizational dues, books andinsurance. A detailed cost sheet is available fromthe program coordinator. Students are responsiblefor their own transportation between the Collegeand clinical agencies.Progression: A grade of “C” for each nursingcourse listed in the nursing curriculum (NURcourses plus general education courses) anda cumulative grade point average of 2.00 (“C”average) or higher on all college courses arenecessary to progress and to graduate from theAssociate Degree Nursing Program. In addition,students must demonstrate a satisfactory patternof behavior according to the “Criteria for ResponsibleBehavior,” published in the Associate DegreeNursing Student Handbook.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain an 18 composite score on the ACT (if takenprior to October 1989, a composite score of 15 isacceptable); and complete all prerequisite courseslisted in the course of study, have a cumulativegrade point average (GPA) of 2.00 (“C” average)or higher on all previous college coursework anda grade of “C” or better in all ADN curriculumcourses;OrAttain a 17 composite score on the ACT, andcomplete 3 additional hours as listed in the ADNcurriculum plus all prerequisite courses listed inthe course of study; and have a cumulative gradepoint average (GPA) of 2.50 or higher on all previouscollege coursework and a grade of “C” or betterin all ADN curriculum courses;AndHave an unencumbered MS or Interstate CompactLicense as an LPN or a “Paramedic Registry”;AndHave one year of experience as a Licensed PracticalNurse or Paramedic. This requirement must bevalidated with a form that will be mailed to thestudent by the Records Office;104 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogAndHave a written recommendation from a former orcurrent immediate supervisor;AndParticipate in a mandatory ADN InformationSession and pass a short numerical skills test.The mandatory session will be scheduled for theprospective student only after all other requirementshave been met. Students will receive noticefrom the Records Office about scheduling theirInformation Session and their numerical skills test.The ADN Admissions Committee will select eachsemester’s class from the pool of applicants whomeet minimum admission requirements. Anyapplication with incomplete records will not beconsidered for admission. The admission processis competitive and completion of minimumrequirements is not a guarantee of admission.Priority consideration for admission will be givenas follows: 1) In-district students who completeprogram prerequisites and/or general educationcoursework at MCC; 2) Out-of-district studentswho complete program prerequisites and/or generaleducation coursework at MCC; 3) Mississippiresidents who complete program prerequisitesand/or general education coursework elsewhere;4) Out-of-state students. In addition to residencypoints, applicant’s competitiveness is determinedby ACT scores, GPA, and grades in courses completed.See the ADN website or Nursing Advisorfor additional details.After program admission and prior to enrollment,students must receive CPR certification. Studentsmust provide proof of immunization for MMR. AMantoux Two-Step TB Skin Test is required prior toadmission. Drug screening test will be scheduledafter enrollment.All students admitted into the Program will berequired to pay for fingerprinting and backgroundchecks, which will be performed after admissionand prior to clinical laboratories. These fees willbe attached as registration fees. There are certainconvictions that will prevent an individual beingeligible to participate in clinical experiences.If a student is unable to participate in clinicalexperiences, he/she will be dismissed from theProgram. For additional information, contact thenursing advisor.Deadlines for submitting application informationare January 15 for Fall admission and August 15for Spring admission. The application informationdue by January 15 or August 15 includes submissionof all official transcripts, national ACT score,and MCC admission application for the semesteradmission is being sought.Students in the Associate Degree Nursing AcceleratedProgram must attend MCC full-time (12 ormore semester credit hours). Students admittedin August must be eligible to participate in theRural Health Program which includes being a Mississippiresident upon admission and contractuallycommitting to work in a rural area of the state,for a limited time, after graduation. Currently, allareas of the state are considered “rural” with theexception of Metro Jackson.Course of study:Prior to Admission:HoursBIO 2513 Anatomy and Physiology I 3BIO 2511 Anatomy and Physiology I Lab 1ENG 1113 English Composition I 3BIO 2923 Microbiology 3BIO 2921 Microbiology Lab 1BIO 2523 Anatomy and Physiology II 3BIO 2521 Anatomy and Physiology II Lab 1EPY 2533 Human Growth & Development 3PSY 1513 General Psychology 3Total Hours Before Admission 21Transition Courses:HoursNUR 1303 Nursing I Concepts 3NUR 1317 Nursing I and II 17NUR 1300 Nursing Seminar 0Semester Hours 20Second SemesterHoursENG 1123 English Composition II 3NUR 2110 Nursing III 10SPT 1113 Public Speaking 3NUR 2100 Nursing Seminar 0Semester Hours 16Final SemesterHoursNUR 2210 Nursing IV 10Humanities/Fine Arts Elective* 3NUR 2201 Nursing Seminar IV 1Semester Hours 14Total Semester Hours 71All courses must be taken prior to or in thesemester scheduled.There is no expiration date for general educationcoursework.Health Care AssistantCertificateKristy Ethridge, Program Coordinator/InstructorThe Health Care Assistant (HCA) Program is a onesemester,16-hour college credit program. Thisstate approved program combines classroom, laband clinical training experiences. HCA studentsreceive instruction in basic health care assistingskills, body structure and function, special careprocedures, first aid emergency procedures andHome Health Aid and Homemaker Services.Students who successfully complete the prescribedprogram of study are eligible to apply towrite the Nurse Aide Competency Examination inorder to become certified in the State of Mississippito practice as a Nurse Assistant. Employmentopportunities include not only a career as a HealthCare Assistant but also Long-Term Care Aide,Homemaker and Home Health Aide. This programis especially helpful to those students continuingtheir education by obtaining basic knowledge andwork skills. This program is offered both fall andspring semesters.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Attain a 15 composite score on the ACT;OrScore a 40.0 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 32 or above on the ArithmeticSection;OrEarn a “C” or above in Intermediate English (ENG0123) and Beginning Algebra (MAT 0123).Prior to clinical experiences, students must receiveCPR certification. Students must provide proofof immunization for MMR. A Mantoux Two-StepTB Skin Test and a Drug Screening Test will bescheduled after enrollment.All students admitted into the Program will be requiredto pay for fingerprinting and a backgroundcheck, which will be performed after admissionand prior to clinical laboratories. These fees willbe attached as registration fees. There are certainconvictions that will prevent an individual beingeligible to participate in clinical experiences. If astudent is unable to participate in clinical experiences,he/she will be dismissed from the Program.For additional information, contact the HealthEducation Advisor.Course of study:HCA 1115 Basic Health-Care Assisting 5HCA 1214 Body Structure and Function 4HCA 1125 Special Care Procedures 5HCA 1312 Home Health Aideand Homemaker Services 2Total Semester Hours 16Mississippi Law now requires healthcare professionalsor Workforce Education students enrolledin programs whose primary purpose is to prepareprofessionals to render patient care services,submit to criminal background checks, and fingerprintingprior to beginning any clinical rotation ina licensed healthcare entity. If such fingerprintingor criminal background checks of the studentdiscloses a felony conviction, guilty plea or pleaof nolo contendere to a felony of possession or saleof drugs, murder, manslaughter, armed robbery,rape, sexual battery, sex offense listed in Section45-33-23 (g), child abuse, arson, grand larceny,burglary, gratification of lust, aggravated assaultor felonious abuse and/or battery of a vulnerableadult which has not been reversed on appeal orfor which a pardon has not been granted, thestudent shall not be eligible to be admitted to suchhealth program of study or will not be eligible toparticipate in clinical training in a licensed entity.In addition, clinical affiliates have identified “otherexclusions” or other criminal offenses that will precludea student from participating in the clinicalpracticum. The student’s eligibility to participatein the clinical training phase of his/her healthcare105

program shall be voided if the student receivesa disqualifying criminal record check; therefore,the student will be dismissed from the program.In addition to the disqualifying events listed inSection 37-29-232 of the Mississippi Code of1972 annotated, clinical affiliates may, at theirdiscretion, refuse to provide clinical experiencesto any student whom the clinical affiliate feels isnot suitable for employment or for the clinicalexperience setting.Any drug conviction; bodily harm, neglect orabuse, or felony DUI conviction within a year ofstarting date of class is cause for denial of the clinicalexperience setting. Any convictions more thana year beyond the starting date of class will beexamined by the “Review Standards Committee”with a decision rendered if the student is allowedto participate in the clinical experience setting.Any charges pending a resolution will requiredocumentation of disposition from the student.Practical Nursing - CertificateLara Collum, Program Coordinator/InstructorThe Practical Nursing Program is a one-yearcertificate program. The program of learning isdesigned to teach the student basic nursing skillsin the college laboratory and to care for patientsin affiliated clinical agencies. Upon completionof the program, students will be eligible to applyto the Mississippi Board of Nursing to writethe National Council Licensure Examination forLicensed Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN®), a nationalexamination for licensure.The Practical Nursing Program provides educationalopportunities for personal as well as intellectualdevelopment to help meet the health careneeds of the community. The Practical NursingProgram is accredited by the State of MississippiDepartment of Education through the MississippiCommunity College Board and by the NationalLeague for Nursing Accrediting Commission, 3343Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850 Atlanta, Georgia,30326 Phone (404) 975-5000.Legal Limitations for Licensure as aPractical Nurse:Information related to applying for licensureto practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse, uponcompletion of the Practical Nursing Program, iscontained in the Mississippi Nursing Practice Law,2012 and Administrative Code (2011). Graduatesmust apply to the Mississippi Board of Nursing towrite the National Council Licensure Examinationfor Licensed Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN®). PracticalNursing Program applicants should be awareof the following restriction regarding who mayqualify to write the NCLEX-PN®:“The Board may, in its discretion, refuse to acceptthe application of any person who has beenconvicted of a criminal offense under any provisionof Title 97 of the Mississippi Code of 1972,as now or hereafter amended or any provision ofthis chapter.”** Mississippi Nursing Practice Law, 2010, page 13.In addition to regular college tuition and fees,students have additional expenses for clinicalapparel, standardized testing, books and insurance.A detailed cost sheet is available from theProgram coordinator. Students are responsible fortheir own transportation between the College andclinical agencies.Progression: A minimum grade of 80 is requiredin each course. Satisfactory clinical and lab performanceis required for progression. Satisfactorydemonstration of a pattern of responsible behavioris necessary for progression as outlined in thePractical Nursing Student Handbook. All programpolicies regarding attendance, curriculum requirementsand behavior must be met for progression.Minimum admission requirements (in addition togeneral admission requirements):Must have an ACT composite score of 16 (12 iftaken before October 1989) with a subscore of12 in Math and Reading;OrScore a 71 or higher on the ACCUPLACER ReadingSection and a 61 or above on the ArithmeticSection;OrComplete the following courses within the lastfive years earning a grade of “C” or above: HumanGrowth and Development (EPY 2533), Anatomyand Physiology I and Anatomy and Physiology II(BIO 2513/2511, 2523/2521), and Nutrition (BIO1613 or HEC 1253);OrProvide evidence of the equivalent to the requirementsabove, subject to the approval of theregistrar of the local community/junior college;AndHave a cumulative grade point average (CGPA)of 2.00 (“C” average) on all previous collegecoursework;AndAttend a PN Information Session and take a standardizedadmission assessment test. Studentswill receive notice from the Admissions Officeabout scheduling their Information Session andadmission assessment test.Mississippi Law requires healthcare professionalsor Workforce Education students enrolled inprograms whose primary purpose is to prepareprofessionals to render patient care services tosubmit to a criminal background check and fingerprintingprior to beginning any clinical rotation ina licensed healthcare entity. If such fingerprintingor criminal background check of the student disclosesa felony conviction, guilty plea or plea ofnolo contendere to a felony of possession or saleof drugs, murder, manslaughter, armed robbery,rape, sexual battery, sex offense listed in Section45-33-23- (g), child abuse, arson, grand larceny,burglary, gratification of lust, aggravated assaultor felonious abuse and/or battery of a vulnerableadult which has not been reversed on appeal orfor which a pardon has not been granted, thestudent shall not be eligible to be admitted to suchhealth program of study or will not be eligible toparticipate in clinical training in a licensed entity.In addition to the disqualifying events listed inSection 37-29-232 of the Mississippi Code of1972 annotated, clinical affiliates may, at theirdiscretion, refuse to provide clinical experiencesto any student whom the clinical affiliate feels isnot suitable for employment or for the clinicalexperience setting.Any drug conviction; bodily harm, neglect orabuse, or felony DUI conviction within a year ofstarting date of class is cause for denial of the clinicalexperience setting. Any convictions more thana year beyond the starting date of class will beexamined by the “Review Standards Committee”with a decision rendered if the student is allowedto participate in the clinical experience setting.Any charges pending a resolution will requiredocumentation of disposition from the student.The PN Admissions Committee will select eachsemester’s class from the pool of applicants whomeet minimum admission requirements. Anyapplication with incomplete records will not beconsidered for admission. The admission processis competitive and completion of minimumrequirements is not a guarantee of admission.Priority consideration for admission will be givenas follows: 1) In-district students who have takencoursework at MCC; 2) Out-of-district studentswho have taken coursework at MCC; 3) Mississippiresidents with no MCC coursework; 4) Out-of-statestudents. Check with the Health Education Advisorfor selection details and deadlines.After program admission and prior to enrollment,students must receive CPR certification and aMantoux Two-Step TB Skin Test. Students mustprovide proof of immunization for MMR. DrugScreening will be scheduled after enrollment.All students admitted into the Program will be requiredto pay for fingerprinting and a backgroundcheck, which will be performed after admissionand prior to clinical laboratories. These fees willbe attached as registration fees. There are certainconvictions that will prevent an individual beingeligible to participate in clinical experiences. If astudent is unable to participate in clinical experiences,he/she will be dismissed from the Program.For additional information, please contact theHealth Education Advisor.Deadlines for submitting application informationare October 1st for spring admission and March1st for fall admission. The application informationdue by October 1st or March 1st includes submissionof all official transcripts, national ACT score,ACCUPLACER score and MCC admission applicationfor the semester admission is being sought.106 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogStudents in the traditional Practical NursingProgram must attend MCC full-time (12 or moresemester credit hours).Course of study:FALL ADMISSION (Full-time)First SemesterHoursPNV 1213 Body Structure and Function 3PNV 1443 Nursing Fundamentals andClinical 13PNV 1911 Nursing Seminar I 1Semester Hours 17Second SemesterHoursPNV 1666 Medical Surgical Nursing andClinical 6PNV 1676 Alterations in Adult HealthNursing and Clinical 6PNV 1524 IV Therapy and Pharmacology 4PNV 1921 Nursing Seminar II 1Semester Hours 17Third SemesterHoursPNV 1715 Maternal-Child Nursing 5PNV 1813 Mental Health Concepts 3PNV 1914 Nursing Transition 4Semester Hours 12Total Semester Hours 46SPRING ADMISSION (Full-time)First SemesterHoursPNV 1213 Body Structure and Function 3PNV 1443 Nursing Fundamentals andClinical 13PNV 1911 Nursing Seminar I 1Semester Hours 17Second SemesterHoursPNV 1524 IV Therapy and Pharmacology 4PNV 1715 Maternal Child Nursing 5PNV 1813 Mental Health Concepts 3Semester Hours 12Third SemesterHoursPNV 1666 Medical Surgical Nursing andClinical 6PNV 1676 Alterations in Adult HealthNursing and Clinical 6PNV 1914 Nursing Transition 4PNV 1921 Nursing Seminar II 1Semester Hours 17Total Semester Hours 46107

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Community and Business Development__________________Communityand BusinessDevelopmentJanet Heggie, Dean for Community andBusiness DevelopmentPrograms within this unit of the college offerlocal, state, and national resources servingindustry, business, workers, and adult learners.All programs are located in Webb Hall and/or TheWorkforce Development Center with the exceptionof Adult Basic Education and GED Testing,which are located in G.V. “Sonny” MontgomeryStudent Center and various sites throughout LauderdaleCounty. Contact programs coordinatedthrough Community and Business Developmentstaff by calling 601-482-7445. Resources includethe following:Adult Basic Education/GED PreparationABE classesEnglish Second LanguageGED classesGED testingLiteracy ProgramCareer Development CenterCareer information (hard copy and on-line)Job placement servicesResumè preparationProfessional Certifications and LicensuresPearson VUE (IT, NREMT, Danb, AMT)Lasergrade (FAA)Promissor (ICC Trade Contractors)HVAC – EPA 608Certiport (IC3, Microsoft Office,Adobe)Pre-employmentWorkKeys CRCTSAUSPSCBPCLEPDSST (DANTES)MAT (Miller Analogy)PRAXISDistant Ed Testing for Non-MCC StudentsPowerSafeTEASContinuing EducationCollege for KidsCommunity enrichment classesContinuing Education Units (CEUs)MCC Foundation TravelEast Mississippi Development CorporationBusiness Loan ServicesEmergency Technician TrainingBasic RefresherEntrepreneur Development ServicesEntrepreneurial CounselingEntrepreneurial ClassesWorkforce DevelopmentAdvanced Skills TrainingComputer Accounting (QuickBooks)Distribution TrainingMeridian Public Safety AcademyReserve Law Enforcement TrainingCorrectional Officer TrainingDetention Officer TrainingCertification TrainingIV Therapy CertificationServSafe CertificationWelding & Cutting TechnologyIndustrial Maintenance TechnicianM3 CredentialComputer trainingCustomized trainingElectrical Apprenticeship ProgramManagement trainingAPICSQuality trainingThe following is a list of specific programs offeredthrough Community and Business Development:Adult Basic Education (ABE) which includesGeneral Educational Development (GED), Englishas a Second Language (ESL), and Adult Literacyis offered on the second floor of the G.V. “Sonny”Montgomery Student Center. Individuals 17 yearsof age and older who do not have a diploma froma secondary school and who are not enrolled in asecondary school are eligible to attend. The officeis open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondaythrough Thursday, and 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. onFriday. Contact Jennifer Whitlock at 601-484-8796 for more information about the followingservices:ABE/GED classes prepare students to take theGED test. All students must take a diagnostictest to determine their strengths and weaknessesprior to being placed in a class. GEDpreparation emphasizes the skills necessaryto pass the five subject areas in reading, writing,science, social studies, and mathematics.These free classes are offered in the morning,afternoon, or evening on the MCC campus andat several locations throughout LauderdaleCounty.The GED Test is given on a weekly basis. Candidatesmust be a least 18 to take the test andmust attend an orientation session and pay the$75 fee prior to taking the test. Upon passingthe test, MCC helps GED graduates begin theircollege careers by offering one free class. Acap and gown graduation ceremony is heldin honor of the graduates. All graduates areencouraged to attend.ESL classes provide free English instruction fornon-English speakers. Classes focus on conversationand listening skills and include grammar,reading, and writing skills. Students mayparticipate in the computer-assisted instruction.Classes are offered on the MCC campus.The Literacy Program provides free oneon-oneor group tutoring for non-readers andbeginner readers. Students are placed in aclass with others on the same skill level. Uponavailability, volunteer tutors are matched withstudents who desire to work one-on-one. Allmaterials are provided to help the learnerimprove his/her reading skills.The Career Development Center is located inRoom 102, Webb Hall. For no charge, students andadults may access career information resources,on-line and computer-based career search, jobplacement and resume writing services. A careerresource library is also available for use. Certifications,licensures, CLEP and pre-employmenttesting are available through the Career DevelopmentCenter. For information on the cost ofany testing or for more information about theservices of the center, contact Darlene Mayatt at601-484-8724.The Continuing Education program is dedicatedto providing lifelong learning in our area. ContinuingEducation offers educational, recreational,and travel opportunities for the community. Participantswho range in age from 6 to 95 may takeadvantage of these short-term, non-credit classes.Most classes meet in the afternoons, evenings,or weekends, and the number of participants ineach class varies according to the type of class andavailable space. Admission to the college is not arequirement for participation. All classes havelimited enrollments and are filled on a first-comebasis. Some classes require a minimum numberof students, and if this minimum is not met,class will be canceled and participants notified.Sample classes for the spring and fall semestersinclude arts and crafts, ballroom dancing, cooking,creative writing, gardening, Middle Easterndance, painting, photography, hair braiding,water aerobics, and many more. One of our mostpopular programs is College for Kids, which takesplace each summer and offers approximately 50different classes from which children can choose.In addition, customized programs and/or classesmay be developed to meet specific needs uponrequest. Costs vary according to the type andlength of class. Participants may register in WebbHall. Continuing Education also partners with MCCFoundation Travel to offer travel opportunitiesfor the community. Trips are offered within theUnited States and to international destinationsthroughout the year. For more information, contactTanya Thompson at 601-481-1325.Meridian Community College provides ContinuingEducation Unit (CEU) opportunities formany organizations. The CEU is used as the basicmeasurement for an individual’s participation innon-credit classes, courses, and programs. Manyorganizations require the CEU as a means of certifyingeducational and professional developmentand for continuation or renewal of licenses. CEUcredits are issued after the successful completionof a course with one CEU credit for every10 contact hours. Some CEU credits are offeredthrough Ed2go, a platform to deliver internetbased non-credit classes. Some of the classes areIT Certification Prep; Teacher CEU’s; Grant Writing;110 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogTest Prep; ACT/SAT Praxis. Go online at www.ed2go.com/meridian or for more informationcontact Lucy Morgan at 601-484-8776.The East Mississippi Development Corporationis a non-profit organization that provides assistancethrough area banks in making loans to smallbusinesses. Particular emphasis is given to newand/or expanding businesses that are women andminority owned. For more information, contactVictoria Liddell at 601-481-1365.The Entrepreneur Development Program helpsarea entrepreneurs successfully open and expandbusinesses. The program offers an eleven (11)week class that will provide potential and existingentrepreneurs the fundamentals of startingand operating a business. For more information,contact Victoria Liddell at 601-481-1365.Workforce Development includes training forspecific businesses and industries. Services includecomputer classes, Advanced Skills Training,certification training, safety training, the MeridianPublic Safety Academy, management training,quality training, and others. Training programscan be customized as needed to meet the specificneeds of individual businesses or groups ofbusinesses. Financial assistance from the MississippiCommunity College Board is availablefor some services and classes, and professionaland technical assistance is often available fromstate resource pools. In addition, a state incometax credit is available to business and industryupon verification of training. Registration for allWorkforce Development classes is through WebbHall at 601-482-7445. Specific programs includethe following:Advanced Skills Training is defined as anyskill set which requires training beyond thenormal academic areas. Manufacturingautomation, computer networking, andspecialized software program training arebut a few of the programs available. Alltraining can be customized as needed andcan be conducted at business locations or inMeridian Community College lab environments.Partnerships with local businessesand other education providers ensure topquality training. Classes include but are notlimited to the following:Community And Business Development• Microsoft Office Training and Testing• Distribution Training• Computer Accounting (QuickBooks)• Modern Multi-Skill Manufacturing (M3)Certification TrainingFor more information contact any ProjectManager:Wayne Lagrone - 601-481-1318Lynne Thrailkill - 601-481-1300Lucy Morgan - 601-484-8776Chad Hardy - 601-484-8787The Meridian Public Safety Academy providestraining for reserve law enforcementofficers and for detention officers. ReserveLaw Enforcement Officer training is for lawenforcement volunteers and part time lawenforcement officers. Training programsusually meet on Monday and Thursdaynights, but some eight-hour Saturday sessionsare required. Participants must attendthe orientation session, and a passing scoreon an entrance physical exam is required tobegin the program. Detention Officer Trainingis required for every detention officer inthe State of Mississippi. These classes usuallymeet on Monday and Tuesday evenings,and two Saturday classes are required. A feeis charged, and participants may register atWebb Hall. For more information, contactLynne Thrailkill at 601-481-1300.Computer Training ranges from generalto customized training. The WorkforceDevelopment staff is available to meetwith business and industry personnel todetermine training needs and facilitateeducational requirements and company andindividual goals. These training programscan be delivered on site or in computer labslocated in Webb Hall. Laptop computers arealso available to take to the business siteas needed. Classes are offered during theday, week nights, or weekends dependingon the time most convenient for eachbusiness and its employees. 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Community and Business Developmentenvironment. Full-time faculty, as well asexperienced part-time faculty, delivers highquality training sessions. Computer trainingincludes Microsoft Office Suite whichencompasses Microsoft Word, MicrosoftExcel, Microsoft Access, and Microsoft PowerPoint.In Word and Excel, both basic andadvanced skills are offered. Training in theWindows operating system is also offeredand includes maintenance of files and thecomputer. Other computer courses offeredon a regular basis include accounting on thecomputer using QuickBooks Pro; Getting toKnow Your Computer, a basic class to understandthe use of a computer; and Using theInternet, a class designed for understandingand using mailboxes, chat rooms, and searchfeatures. A fee is charged for computerclasses. Participants may register in WebbHall. For more information contact ChadHardy at 601-484-8781.Workforce Development CustomizedTraining is designed to meet the specificneeds of business and industry. Servicesand resources available include conductingtask analysis to determine training content,designing comprehensive training programsand providing training materials, instructors,facilities, and equipment as necessary.Financial assistance is available from theMississippi Community College Board, andbusinesses are often eligible for a 50 percenttax credit offered by the State. The typesof customized training are dictated by thecompany. The college has contact witha variety of instructors that allows us tomeet virtually all requirements. For moreinformation, contact any Workforce projectmanager.An Electrical Apprenticeship Program is providedthrough Workforce Development in WebbHall. This program is for a local electrical union.The program has five levels, and each phaseof the program is one year in length. Call theInternational Brotherhood of Electrical Workers,601-483-0486, for additional information. Participantsregister through Webb Hall and classesare held on the MCC campus.The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)Refresher classes are offered at the basic andparamedic levels. Both EMT Paramedic and Basicrefresher classes are coordinated through MCC’sEMS-Paramedic program.Registration for EMT Basic Refresher is coordinatedthrough Webb Hall personnel. Contact LynneThrailkill at 601-484-1300 for more information.The Workforce Investment Act Funding(WIA)Meridian Community College, partnering with theMississippi Department of Employment Services,provides service to a dislocated worker, unemployedadult, or under employed adult clientsfrom the WIA funding source.The WIA-Dislocated Worker Program Coordinatorassists clients in determining eligibility fortraining under the Workforce Investment Act.For WIA eligibility, contact Rhonda Smith at601-482-7445.112 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalog

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Course DescriptionsCourse AbbreviationsThe abbreviations or course prefixes are listed alphabetically below. Students should consult the currentschedule for additional courses and course availability when planning their schedule.ACC AccountingHRT Hotel & Restaurant TechnologyAHT Medical TerminologyHUM HumanitiesART ArtIDT Sign LanguageATT/ATV Automotive TechnologyIMM Industrial MaintenanceBAD Business AdministrationIMM Industrial Maintenance TechnicianBCT Broadcast CommunicationIST Information Systems TechnologyTechnologyJOU JournalismBIO BiologyLEA LeadershipBOT Business & Office TechnologyLET Paralegal TechnologyCAT Commercial Art TechnologyLLS Learning and Life SkillsCAV Construction TradesMAT MathematicsCDT Early Childhood EducationMDT Media Broadcasting TechnologyTechnologyMFL Modern Foreign LanguageCHE ChemistryMLT Medical Laboratory TechnologyCOM CommunicationsMMT Marketing Management TechnologyCOV CosmetologyMST Precision ManufacturingCNT Computer Network Technology& Machining TechnologyCRJ Criminal JusticeMUA Music AppliedCSC Computer ScienceMUO Music OrganizationsCTE Career & Technical EducationMUS Music FoundationsDAT Dental Assisting TechnologyNUR NursingDDT Drafting & DesignPHI Philosophy and BibleDHT Dental HygienePHY PhysicsDTV Commercial Truck DrivingPNV Practical NursingECO EconomicsPSC Political ScienceECT Emergency ManagementPSY Psychologyand Communication TechnologyPTA Physical Therapist AssistantEET/ELT Electronics TechnologyRCT Respiratory Care PractitionerEGR EngineeringREA ReadingEMS Emergency Medical ServicesRGT Radiologic TechnologyENG EnglishROT RoboticsEPY Educational PsychologySOC SociologyFFT Fire Protection TechnologySPT Speech & TheaterFMT Fashion Marketing TechnologySUT Surgical TechnologyGBT General Business TechnologySWK Social WorkGCT Graphics CommunicationTechnologyTCT Telecommunications ServiceTechnologyGEO GeographyTPH Technical PhysicsHCA Health Care AssistantWBL Work-Based Learning(Nurse Assistant)WDT Web Design TechnologyHDT Health-Care Data TechnologyWLV Welding & Cutting TechnologyHEC Home EconomicsNote: “cr” stands for semester credit hour.HIS HistoryThe last digit of the course number generallyHIT Health Information Technologyindicates the semester credit hours awarded(Medical Records)and also the number of hours the course meetsHPR Health, Physical Education& Recreationeach week.GeneralEducation/TransferCoursesACCountingACC 1213 Principles of Accounting I, 3 cr.A study of the financial accounting principlesthat relate to business. The topics to be coveredinclude the accounting cycle, accounting systemsfor service and merchandising businesses,assets, liabilities and equity. 3 hours lecture.ACC 1223 Principles of Accounting II, 3 cr.A continuation of ACC 1213. The topics to becovered include corporate accounting concepts,managerial accounting concepts and internalbusiness decision making. Pre-requisite: ACC1213. 3 hours lecture.ArtART 1113 Art Appreciation, 3 cr.A course designed to provide an understandingand appreciation of the visual arts. Satisfies 3credit hours of Fine Arts in AA and AAS Core. 3hours lecture.ART 1313 Drawing I, 3 cr.Includes the study of the basic elements andprinciples of organization in two dimensionsand the selection, manipulation, and synthesisof these components to create an organizedvisual expression. Black and white media willbe stressed. 6 hours lab.ART 1323 Drawing II, 3 cr.Continuation of rendering skills introduced inDrawing I with emphasis on color, composition,and creative expression. Prerequisite: Art 1313.6 hours lab.ART 1383 Photography I, 3 cr.An introduction to the theory, practice, andhistory of black and white photography, withemphasis on the basic camera processes, developing,printing composition, and presentation.Prerequisite: Must have 35mm adjustablecamera for class. 3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab.ART 1393 Photography II, 3 cr.Advanced camera and darkroom techniqueswith emphasis on photographic design andalternative processes are explored. 3 hourslecture, 1 hour lab.ART 1433 Design I, 3 cr.This course will provide students with an understandingof the elements and principles ofdesign to enable development of an informed,intuitive sense as well as a highly informedskills base/methodology involving black andwhite design problems which apply principlesand elements of visual design. 6 hours lab.ART 1443 Design II, 3 cr.This course will provide students with an understandingof color theory and applications ofcolor so that there begins to be an informed aswell as intuitive sense of seeing, mixing, andapplying color and light to design problems.Pre-requisite: ART 1433. 6 hours lab.ART 1453 Three Dimensional Design, 3 cr.This course will provide students with an understandingof spatial form in three dimensionsthrough the use of applied design elementsand principles of studio problems in mixedmedia. Pre-requisite: Art 1433 or permissionof instructor. 6 hours lab.ART 2513 Painting I, 3 cr.This course will cover techniques used inpainting media in a variety of subject matter.Pre-requisite: Art 1313 or permission ofinstructor. 6 hours lab.ART 2523 Painting II, 3 cr.This course will present advanced problems inpainting media. Pre-requisite: Art 2513 orpermission of instructor. 6 hours lab.ART 2613 Ceramics I, 3 cr.This course is directed toward an introductionto different aspects and materials of ceramicdesign. Instruction covers forming and shapingby hand and by mechanical means, various kilnoperations, understanding the nature of clayand glazes and an appreciation of functionaland non functional forms. 6 hours lab.ART 2623 Ceramics II, 3 cr.114 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogContinuation of skills introduced in CeramicsI. Emphasis is on individual problem solving.Pre-requisite: ART 2613. 6 hours lab.BusinessBAD 1113 Introduction to Business, 3 cr.This course is designed to introduce students tothe basic concepts of business. Students receiveinstruction regarding the current business andeconomic environment, entrepreneurship,marketing, management, financial managementand business careers. 3 hours lecture.BAD 2323Business Statistics, 3 cr.This is an introduction to statistical methodsof collecting, presenting, analyzing, andinterpreting quantitative data for businessmanagement and control. Topics include:central tendency and dispersion, probability,binomial; Poisson, and normal distributions;estimation and hypothesis testing. Prerequisite:MAT 1313. 3 hours lecture.BAD 2413 Legal Environment of Business, 3 cr.An introduction to interrelationships of lawand society, jurisprudence and business. Thisclass covers topics including an introductionto law, law of contracts agency, and employment.3 hours lecture.BAD 2533 Business Management andMicrocomputers, 3 cr.This course is an introduction to an MS OfficeSuite Software, which is the industry standard.This software includes the components of aninformation system including spreadsheets,presentation graphics, database management,and word processing. Data entry and retrieval,records management, and electronic communicationare skills taught in this course. 3hours lecture.BiologyBIO 1111 Principles of Biology ILaboratory, 1 cr.A laboratory course for non-science majorsCourse Descriptions: Biologythat contains experiments and exercises thatreinforce the principles introduced in BIO 1113Principles of Biology I Lecture. Co-requisite: BIO1113. 2 hours lab.BIO 1113 Principles of Biology ILecture, 3 cr.A lecture course for non-science majors thatprovides an introduction to the basic principlesof modern biology and their relevance to modernlife. Emphasis is placed on the nature andhistory of scientific thought, basic biologicalchemistry, cell structure and processes, genetics.Co-requisite: BIO 1111. 3 hours lecture.BIO 1114 Principles of Biology I , 4 cr.A combined lecture and laboratory course fornon-science majors that provides an introductionto the basic principles of modern biologyand their relevance to modern life. Emphasisis placed on the nature and history of scientificthought, basic biological chemistry, cell structureand processes, genetics. Labs associatedwith this course contain experiments and exercisesthat reinforce the principles introducedin lecture classes. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.BIO 1121 Principles of Biology IILaboratory, 1 cr.A laboratory course for non-science majorsthat contains experiments and exercises thatreinforce the principles introduced in BIO 1123Principles of Biology II, Lecture. Co-requisite:BIO 1123. 2 hours lab.BIO 1123 Principles of Biology IILecture, 3 cr.A lecture course for non-science majors thatemphasizes the survey of the diversity of life,ecology, evolution, and an overview of organsystems. Co-requisite: BIO 1121. 3 hourslecture.BIO 1124 Principles of Biology II , 4 cr.A combined lecture and laboratory course fornon-science majors that emphasizes the surveyof the diversity of life, ecology, evolution, andan overview of organ systems. 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Course Descriptions: BiologyCourse Descriptions: ChemistryBIO 1131 General Biology I Laboratory,1 cr.A laboratory course for science majors thatcontains experiments and exercises that reinforcethe principles introduced in BIO 1133General Biology I, Lecture. Co-requisite: BIO1133. 2 hours lab.BIO 1133 General Biology I Lecture, 3 cr.A lecture course for science majors that includesstudy of the scientific method, chemistryrelevant to biological systems, cell structureand physiology, cell processes including photosynthesisand cellular respiration, cell division,genetics, and molecular genetics. Prerequisite:ACT composite of 20 or successful completionof BIO 1113. Co-requisite: BIO 1131. 3 hourslecture.BIO 1134 General Biology I, 4 cr.A combined lecture and laboratory coursefor science majors that includes study ofthe scientific method, chemistry relevant tobiological systems, cell structure and function,cell processes including photosynthesis andcellular respiration, cell division, genetics, andmolecular genetics. Labs associated with thiscourse contain experiments and exercises thatreinforce the principles introduced in lectureclasses. Prerequisite: ACT composite of 20 orsuccessful completion of BIO 1114. 3 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.BIO 1141 General Biology II Laboratory,1 cr.A laboratory course for science majors thatcontains experiments and exercises that reinforcethe principles introduced in BIO 1143General Biology II Lecture. Co-requisite: BIO1143. 2 hours lab.BIO 1143 General Biology II Lecture, 3 cr.A lecture course for the science majors thatreinforces concepts introduced in BIO 1133General Biology I, Lecture, while emphasizingthe diversity of life. Topics covered includeevolution, classification, ecology, detailedconsideration of each group of organisms andviruses, study of animals and plants includingtheir basic anatomy and physiology. Prerequisite:BIO 1133. Co-requisite: BIO 1141.3 hours lecture.BIO 1144 General Biology II, 4 cr.A combined lecture and laboratory coursefor science majors that reinforces conceptsintroduced in BIO 1134 General Biology I,while emphasizing the diversity of life. Topicscovered include evolution, classification, ecology,detailed consideration of each group oforganisms and viruses, study of animals andplants including their basic anatomy and physiology.Labs associated with this course containexperiments and exercises that reinforce theprinciples introduced in lecture classes. Prerequisite:BIO 1134. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.BIO 1311 Botany I Laboratory, 1 cr.A laboratory course that contains experimentsand exercises that reinforce the principlesintroduced in BIO 1313 Botany I, Lecture. Corequisite:BIO 1313. 2 hours lab.BIO 1313 Botany I Lecture, 3 cr.A lecture course covering the representativegroups of the plant kingdom, their anatomy,physiology, taxonomy, and economic importance.Co-requisite: BIO 1311. 3 hours lecture.BIO 1531 Survey of Anatomy andPhysiology, Laboratory, 1 cr.A laboratory course that contains experimentsand exercises that reinforce the principlesintroduced in lecture classes. Co-requisite: BIO1533. 2 hours lab.BIO 1533 Survey of Anatomy andPhysiology, Lecture, 3 cr.A lecture course covering essential principles ofhuman anatomy and physiology are presented,including basic chemistry, cell and tissue studies,and an overview of all the body systems.Co-requisite: BIO 1531. 3 hours lecture.BIO 1534 Survey of Anatomy andPhysiology, 4 cr.A combined lecture and laboratory course coveringessential principles of human anatomyand physiology are presented, including basicchemistry, cell and tissue studies, and an overviewof all the body systems. Labs associatedwith this course contain experiments and exercisesthat reinforce the principles introducedin lecture classes. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.BIO 1613 Nutrition, 3 cr.A lecture course covering the nutrients requiredfor normal growth and prevention of majorchronic diseases, and applied to the selectionof food for ingestion, the metabolic process ofdigestion, assimilation, and absorption, andtheir applications for healthcare providers. 3hours lecture.BIO 2314 Dendrology, 4 cr.A combined lecture and laboratory course concerningthe taxonomy, morphology, ecology,and identification of woody plants. Labs associatedwith this course contain experimentsand exercises that reinforce the principlesintroduced in lecture classes. Prerequisite: BIO1313. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.BIO 2411 Zoology I Laboratory, 1 cr.A laboratory course that contains experimentsand exercises that reinforce the principlesintroduced in BIO 2413 Zoology I, Lecture.Co-requisite: BIO 2413. 3 hours lab.BIO 2413 Zoology I, Lecture,3 cr.A lecture course that includes in-depth studiesof phylogeny and classification systems,protozoa, and major invertebrate phyla. Corequisite:BIO 2411. 3 hours lecture.BIO 2414 General Zoology I, 4 cr.A combined lecture and laboratory course thatincludes in-depth studies of phylogeny andclassification systems, protozoa, and majorinvertebrate phyla. Labs associated with thiscourse contain experiments and exercises thatreinforce the principles introduced in lectureclasses. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab.BIO 2421 Zoology II Laboratory, 1 cr.A laboratory course that contains experimentsand exercises that reinforce the principles introducedin BIO 2423 Zoology II, Lecture. Requiresdissection. Co-requisite BIO 2423. 2 hours lab.BIO 2423 Zoology II, 3 cr.A lecture course that includes in-depth studiesof vertebrate taxonomy and animal systems.Co-requisite: BIO 2421. Prerequisite: BIO 1133or BIO 2413. 3 hours lecture.BIO 2424 Zoology II, 4 cr.A combined lecture and laboratory coursethat includes in-depth studies of vertebratetaxonomy and animal systems. Labs associatedwith this course contain experimentsand exercises that reinforce the principlesintroduced in lecture classes. Prerequisite:BIO 1134. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab.BIO 2511 Anatomy and Physiology Lab I,1 cr.A laboratory course that contains experimentsand exercises that reinforce the principlesintroduced in BIO 2513 Anatomy andPhysiology I Lecture. Requires dissection.Co-requisite: BIO 2513. 2 hours lab.BIO 2513 Anatomy and PhysiologyLecture I, 3 cr.A lecture course that covers the anatomical andphysiological study of the human body as anintegrated whole. The course includes detailedstudies of biological principles; tissues; and theintegumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervoussystems. Prerequisite: ACT composite of 16,ACCUPLACER Reading score of 71 or completionof BIO 1113, 1123, 1133, 1143 or 1533with a “C” or higher. Co-requisite: BIO 2511.3 hours lecture.BIO 2514 Anatomy and Physiology I, 4 cr.A combined lecture and laboratory coursethat covers the anatomical and physiologicalstudy of the human body as an integratedwhole. The course includes detailed studiesof: biological principles; tissues; andthe integumentary, skeletal, muscular andnervous systems. Labs associated with thiscourse contain experiments and exercises thatreinforce the principles introduced in lectureclasses. Prerequisite: ACT composite of 16,ACCUPLACER Reading score of 71 or completionof BIO 1113, 1123, 1133, 1143, or 1533 witha “C” or higher. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.BIO 2521 Anatomy and PhysiologyLaboratory II, 1 cr.A laboratory course that contains experiments116 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogand exercises that reinforce the principles introducedin BIO 2523 Anatomy and PhysiologyII, Lecture. Requires dissection. Co-requisite2523. 2 hours lab.BIO 2523 Anatomy and Physiology II, 3 cr.A lecture course that includes detailed studiesof the anatomy and physiology of the humanendocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory,digestive, and urinary systems, as well asreproduction and development. Co-requisite:BIO 2521. Prerequisite: BIO 2513/2511Anatomy & Physiology I with lab (or BIO 2514).3 hours lecture.BIO 2524 Anatomy and Physiology II , 4 cr.A combined lecture and laboratory course thatincludes detailed studies of the anatomy andphysiology of human endocrine, cardiovascular,lymphatic and immune, respiratory, digestive,and urinary systems, as well as reproductionand development. Labs associated with thiscourse contain experiments and exercises thatreinforce the principles introduced in lectureclasses. Prerequisites: BIO 2514 Anatomy &Physiology I with lab (or BIO 2513/2511). 3hours lecture, 2 hours lab.BIO 2921 Microbiology, Laboratory,1 cr.A laboratory course which provides experimentsthat reinforce principles introduced inthe lecture to include fundamental laboratorytechniques in lab safety, microscopy, culturingand identification of microbes, and effectivenessof antimicrobial agents. Co-requisite: BIO2923. 2 hours lab.BIO 2923 Microbiology, Lecture, 3 cr.A lecture course providing a comprehensivestudy of microorganisms to include microbialtaxonomy, metabolism, physiology and genetics,concepts of pathogenesis and immunityand other selected applied areas. Pre-requisite:BIO 1111, 1121, 1131, 1531, 1534, or 2521.Co-requisite: BIO 2911. 3 hour lecture.BIO 2924 Microbiology with Lab, 4 cr.A lecture course providing a comprehensivestudy of microorganisms to include microbialtaxonomy, metabolism, physiology and genetics,concepts of pathogenesis and immunityand other selected applied areas. Pre-requisite:BIO 1111, 1121, 1131, 1531, 1534, or 2521.Co-requisite: BIO 2911. 3 hours lecture, 2hours lab.ChemistryCHE 1111 Chemistry Survey Laboratory,1 cr.A laboratory course that contains experimentsand exercises that reinforce the principlesintroduced in CHE 1113 Chemistry SurveyLecture. Prerequisite: ACT math subscore of18 or completion of MAT 1233 IntermediateAlgebra with a “C” or higher. Co-requisite: CHE1113 Chemistry Survey. 2 hours lab.CHE 1113 Chemistry Survey Lecture, 3 cr.A basic chemistry lecture course that coversterminology, measurements, atomic structure,nomenclature, chemical equations andbasic stoichiometry. Prerequisite: ACT mathsubscore of 18 or completion of MAT 1233Intermediate Algebra with a “C” or higher.Co-requisite: CHE 1111 Chemistry Survey Lab.3 hours lecture.CHE 1114 Chemistry Survey, 4 cr.A combined lecture and laboratory basicchemistry course that covers terminology,measurements, atomic structure, nomenclature,chemical equations and basic stoichiometry.Labs associated with this course containexperiments and exercises that reinforce theprinciples introduced in lecture classes. Prerequisite:ACT math subscore of 18 or higher orcompletion of MAT 1233 Intermediate Algebrawith a “C” or higher. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.CHE 1211 General Chemistry I Laboratory,1 cr.A laboratory course that contains experimentsand exercises that reinforce the principlesintroduced in CHE 1213 General Chemistry I,Lecture. Pre/Co-requisite: MAT 1313 CollegeAlgebra or higher. Co-requisite: CHE 1213General Chemistry I. 3 hour lab.117

Course Descriptions: Criminal JusticeCourse Descriptions: EnglishCHE 1213 General Chemistry I Lecture 3 cr.A lecture course that covers the fundamentalprinciples of chemistry and their application.Chemical nomenclature, chemical reactions,stoichiometry, atomic structure, bondingtheories, energy, periodic properties, and gaslaws are among the topics discussed in depth.Pre/Co-requisite: MAT 1313 College Algebraor higher. Co-requisite: CHE 1211 GeneralChemistry I with Lab. 3 hours lecture.CHE 1214 General Chemistry I, 4 cr.A combined lecture and laboratory course thatcovers the fundamental principles of chemistryand their application. Chemical nomenclature,chemical reactions, stoichiometry, atomicstructure, bonding theories, energy, periodicproperties, and gas laws are among the topicsdiscussed in depth. Labs associated with thiscourse contain experiments and exercises thatreinforce the principles introduced in lectureclasses. Pre/Co-requisite: MAT 1313 or higher.3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab.CHE 1221 General Chemistry II Laboratory,1 cr.A laboratory course that contains experimentsand exercises that reinforce the principlesintroduced in CHE 1223 General ChemistryII Lecture. Co-requisite: CHE 1223 GeneralChemistry II. 3 hours lab.CHE 1223 General Chemistry II Lecture,3 cr.A lecture course that covers solutions, kinetics,equilibria, thermodynamics, acid-base chemistry,and electrochemistry. Prerequisites: MAT1313 College Algebra or higher and CHE 1213General Chemistry I. Co-requisite: CHE 1221General Chemistry II Lab. 3 hours lecture.CHE 1224 General Chemistry II, 4 cr.A combined lecture and laboratory coursethat covers solutions, kinetics, equilibria,thermodynamics, acid-base chemistry, andelectrochemisty. Labs associated with thiscourse contain experiments and exercises thatreinforce the principles introduced in lectureclasses. Prerequisites: MAT 1313 or higher andCHE 1211/1213 or CHE 1214. 3 hours lecture,3 hours lab.CHE 2421 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory,1 cr.A laboratory course that acquaints studentswith important manipulations and procedures,and the preparation and study of organic compoundsbeing introduced in CHE 2423 OrganicChemistry I, Lecture. Prerequisites: CHE 1213General Chemistry I and CHE 1223 GeneralChemistry II. Co-requisite: CHE 2423 OrganicChemistry I. 3 hours lab.CHE 2423 Organic Chemistry I Lecture, 3 cr.A lecture course that covers carbon chemistry,bonding structure and behavior, aliphatic compounds,stereochemistry, reaction mechanismsspectroscopy. Prerequisites: CHE 1213 GeneralChemistry I and CHE 1223 General Chemistry II.Co-requisite: CHE 2421 Organic Chemistry Lab.3 hours lecture.CHE 2424 Organic Chemistry I, 4 cr.A combined lecture and laboratory course thatcovers carbon chemistry, bonding structureand behavior, aliphatic compounds, stereochemistry,and reaction mechanisms. Labsassociated with this course acquaint studentswith important manipulations and procedures,and the preparation and study of organiccompounds. Prerequisites: CHE 1211/1213or 1214 and CHE 1221/1223 or 1224. 3 hourslecture, 3 hours lab.CHE 2431 Organic Chemistry IILaboratory, 1 cr.A laboratory course that acquaints studentswith important manipulations and procedures,as well as the preparation and study of aromaticand complex organic compounds beingintroduced in CHE 2433 Organic ChemistryII, Lecture. Prerequisites: CHE 2421 OrganicChemistry I Lab and CHE 2423 Organic ChemistryI. Co-requisite: CHE 2433 Organic ChemistryII Lab. 3 hours lab.CHE 2433 Organic Chemistry II Lecture,3 cr.A lecture course that covers spectroscopy,aromatic compounds, carbonyl compounds andother complex compounds with emphasis onreactions and their mechanisms. Prerequisite:CHE 2423 Organic Chemistry I. Co-requisite:CHE 2431 Organic Chemistry II Lab. 3 hourslecture.CHE 2434 Organic Chemistry II, 4 cr.A combined lecture and laboratory course thatcovers spectroscopy, aromatic compounds, andother complex compounds with emphasis onreactions and their mechanisms. Labs associatedwith this course acquaint students withimportant manipulations and procedures, aswell as the preparation and study of aromaticand complex organic compounds. Prerequisites:CHE 2421/2423 or CHE 2424. 3 hourslecture, 3 hours lab.Criminal JusticeCRJ 1313, Introduction to CriminalJustice, 3 cr.Course covers the history, development, andphilosophy of law enforcement in a democraticsociety; it also is an introduction to agencies involvedin the administration of criminal justice;career orientation. 3 hours lecture.CRJ1323 Police Administration andOrganization, 3 cr.Principles of organization and administration inlaw enforcement as applied to law enforcementagencies are studied as well as an introductionto concepts of organization behavior. 3 hourslecture.CRJ 1353 Internship in Criminal Justice,3 cr.Internship in an approved criminal justiceagency under the supervision of the agencyconcerned and college instructor. Writtenreport required of the agency. 3 hours.CRJ 1363 Introduction to Corrections, 3 cr.An overview of the correctional field, includingits origin, historical and philosophicalbackground, development, current status,relationship with other facets of the criminaljustice system and future prospects. 3 hourslecture.CRJ 1383 Criminology, 3 cr.The nature and significance of criminal behaviorare studied as well as theories, statistics,trends and programs concerning criminalbehavior. 3 hours lecture.CRJ 2513 Juvenile Justice, 3 cr.The role of police in juvenile delinquencyand control are covered as well as organization,functions, and jurisdiction of juvenileagencies; processing, detention, and dispositionof cases; statues and court proceduresapplied to juveniles. 3 hours lecture.Computer ScienceCSC 1113 Computer Concepts, 3 cr.A computer competency course which introducesconcepts, terminology, operatingsystems, electronic communications, andapplications. Concepts are demonstrated andsupplemented by hands-on computer use. 3hours lecture.CSC 1123 Computer Applications I, 3 cr.This course is designed to teach computerapplications to include: word-processing,electronic spreadsheet, database management,presentation design, and electroniccommunications with integration of theseapplications. 3 hours lecture.CSC 1133 Computer Applications II, 3 cr.This course is a continuation of CSC 1123 withconcentration on advanced computer applicationsto include: Web design, OLE, macros, andemerging technology. 3 hours lecture.CSC 2133 C-Programming, 3 cr.This course is an introduction to problem solvingmethods and algorithm development;designing, debugging, and documentationin C/C++ language with a variety of applications.Prerequisite or co-requisite: MAT 1313or permission of instructor. 3 hours lecture.CommunicationCOM 0113 Communication Skills, 3 cr.A computerized instructional course to enhancebasic skills in language and writing. Tests determineprescribed lessons based on need. The118 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogself-paced course includes computer-assistedinstruction and written assignment. 3 hourslecture. For Institutional Credit Only.EconomicsECO 2113 Economics I (Macroeconomics), 3 cr.The study of a nation’s economy to include thefollowing topics: supply and demand, productionpossibilities, monetary and fiscal policies, factorsof production, GDP/business cycles and economicgrowth, circular flow of market economies andinternational trade. 3 hours lecture.ECO 2123 Economics II (Microeconomics), 3 cr.The study of firms, industries and consumers toinclude the following topics: supply and demand,elasticity of demand and supply, consumer choicetheory, production and cost theory and marketstructures. Prerequisite: Eco 2113, Economics I. 3hours lecture.Education/Study SkillsEDU 1613 Foundation in Education, 3 cr.This is a survey of the history and philosophiesof American education with special emphasison current issues and problems in education.3 hours lecture.EDU 2513 Introduction to ElementaryEducation, 3 cr.An introduction to elementary schools and therole of teachers., the course will cover the studyof philosophical thought in relation to educationalassumptions, questions, problems andalternatives. Includes a minimum of 40 hoursfield experience in the elementary school. 3hours lecture.EDU 2613 Introduction to SecondaryEducation, 3 cr.Students will study early field experiences inthe secondary school, formulation of a basicphilosophy of education. Includes a minimumof 40 hours field experience in junior and/orsenior high schools. 3 hours lecture.EngineeringEGR 2413 Engineering Mechanics, 3 cr.A lecture course covering the equlibrium ofpoint objects and extended objects in two andthree dimensions using vector algebra. Alsodiscussed are distributed forces, structures,friction, and moments of inertia in two or threedimensions. Prerequisite: PHY 2514 GeneralPhysics I-A. 3 hours lecture.EnglishENG 0113 Beginning English, 3 cr.This developmental course is designed to meetthe needs of students whose skills in writtencommunication require some standardization.Emphasis is on Basic English grammarthrough varied writing assignments with areview of mechanics, sentence patterns, andcorrect usage. The course helps students writeparagraphs with complete sentences, free ofmechanical and grammatical errors. Studentsmust receive a “C” to progress. Prerequisite:ACT score of 11-14 in English or equivalent.This course does not satisfy degree or programrequirements. 3 hours lecture.ENG 0123 Intermediate English, 3 cr.This course is designed to prepare studentsfor English Composition. Concepts coveredinclude paragraph and essay developmentwith an emphasis on content and structure.Grammar skills related to the writing processare reviewed. Prerequisite: ACT score of 15-17in English (or equivalent) or a “C” or above inENG 0113. This course does not satisfy degree orprogram requirements. 3 hours lecture.ENG 1113 English Composition I, 3 cr.This course is designed to prepare the studentfor writings required in college and the workplacewith an emphasis on effective paragraphand essay development. The course emphasizesthe development of effective writingtechniques and focuses on expository writing,some of which may be in response to assignedreadings. Students also learn research skills.Students must demonstrate competency in119

Course Descriptions: Education PsychologyCourse Descriptions: Mathematicsbasic computer usage to exit the course. Prerequisite:ACT score of 18 or above in English(or equivalent) or a “C: or above in English 0123.3 hours lecture.ENG 1123 English Composition II, 3 cr.ENG 1123 is a continuation of ENG 1113 withan emphasis on research and composition.In this course, students continue to developeffective techniques of writing and reading.The course emphasizes refining style, usingdiscrimination in word choice, and expressingthe results of critical reading, thinking andanalysis. Readings include poetry, drama, shortstories, and essays. Special attention is givento the use of library and reference materials,culminating in the writing of critical papersand research themes. Prerequisite: ENG 1113.3 hours lecture.ENG 2133 Creative Writing I, 3 cr.In this course, students write short fiction,poetry and informal essays. Some exercises arebased on readings followed by writing practicein these genres. Prerequisite: ENG 1113 andENG 1123. 3 hours lecture.ENG 2143 Creative Writing II, 3 cr.This course is a continuation of ENG 2133.Students refine skills learned in ENG 2133 bywriting complete poems, short stories, and/orone-act plays. This course is the last creativewriting course students can take for credit.Prerequisite: ENG 2133 or its equivalent. 3hours lecture.ENG 2153 Traditional Grammar, 3 cr.This course focuses on the basic elements ofEnglish grammar. Beginning with parts ofspeech, it covers sentence patterns, pronouns,troublesome verbs, subject-verb agreement,spelling, diction, punctuation and mechanics.Prerequisite: ENG 1113. 3 hours lecture.ENG 2223 American Literature I, 3 cr.This course surveys representative prose andpoetry of the United States from its beginningsto the Civil War. Prerequisite: ENG 1113 andENG 1123. 3 hours lecture.ENG 2233 American Literature II, 3 cr.This course surveys representative prose andpoetry of the United States from the Civil Warto the present. Prerequisite: ENG 1113 and ENG1123. 3 hours lecture.ENG 2323 British Literature I, 3 cr.This course surveys British Literature from theAnglo-Saxon Period through the Restorationand the Eighteenth Century. Prerequisite: ENG1113 and ENG 1123. 3 hours lecture.ENG 2333 British Literature II, 3 cr.This course surveys British Literature fromthe Romantic Period through the TwentiethCentury. Prerequisite: ENG 1113 and ENG 1123.3 hours lecture.ENG 2423 World Literature I, 3 cr.This course surveys literature from the ancientworld through the Renaissance. Emphasisis given to the literature of the Middle East,Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America. Prerequisite:ENG 1113 and ENG 1123. 3 hourslecture.ENG 2433 World Literature II, 3 cr.This course surveys literature from the NeoclassicalPeriod through the Twentieth Century.Emphasis is given to the literatures of Europe,Russia, Africa, and South America. Prerequisite:ENG 1113 and ENG 1123. 3 hours lecture.Education PsychologyEPY 2533 Human Growth andDevelopment, 3 cr.This is a study of human growth and developmentfrom conception through late adulthood,including death and dying. Topics includephysical, psychosocial and cognitive developmentwith implications for health professionsand others who work with people. 3 hourslecture.GeographyGEO 1123 Introduction to Geography, 3 cr.This course deals with the basic content ofgeography, planetary relationships of earth,interpretation and use of maps, elements ofweather and climate, regional distribution ofclimatic elements and the interrelationshipof man’s physical and cultural landscapes. 3hours lecture.HistoryHIS 1163 World Civilization I, 3 cr.This is a general survey of world history fromancient times to the 1500s. 3 hours lecture.HIS 1173 World Civilization II, 3 cr.This is a general survey of World History fromthe 1500s to modern times. 3 hours lecture.HIS 2213 American History to 1865, 3 cr.This is a survey of American (U. S.) historyfrom pre-history through Reconstruction. 3hours lecture.HIS 2223 American History since 1865,3 cr.This course is a survey of U.S. history fromReconstruction to the present. 3 hours lecture.HumanitiesHUM 1113 Humanities, 3 cr.This course is a humanistic approach to man’screative achievements in art, literature, musicand philosophy in western civilization. 3 hourslecture.HONORSHON 1911 Honors Forum I, 1 cr.Admission is by invitation only. Interdisciplinarystudies of selected issues confronting theindividual and society with discussions ledby scholars, faculty, and/or students. 1 hourlecture.HON 1912 Leadership Honors Forum, 2 cr.Admission is by invitation only. This course hasas its central focus the development of leadershipskills. It is designed to provide a basic understandingof leadership and group dynamicstheory and to assist the student in developinga personal philosophy of leadership, an awarenessof the moral an ethical responsibilities ofleadership, and an awareness of one’s own styleof leadership. This course integrates readingsfrom the humanities, classic works of literature,and experimental learning exercises with readingsand discussions of traditional theories. 2hours lecture.HON 1921 Honors Forum II, 1 cr.Admission is by invitation only. Interdisciplinarystudies of selected issues confronting theindividual and society with discussions ledby scholars, faculty, and/or students. 1 hourlecture.HON 2911 Honors Forum III, 1 cr.Admission is by invitation only. Interdisciplinarystudies of selected issues confronting theindividual and society with discussions ledby scholars, faculty, and/or students. 1 hourlecture.HON 2921 Honors Forum IV, 1 cr.Admission is by invitation only. Interdisciplinarystudies of selected issues confronting theindividual and society with discussions ledby scholars, faculty, and/or students. 1 hourlecture.JournalismJOU 1111 College Publications, 1 cr.A laboratory course designed to give practicalexperience in working with college newspaperand yearbook production. News, feature, andeditorial writing, make-up and layout, editing,advertising, and photography will be emphasizedaccording to student need. 1 hour lecture.JOU 1121 College Publications II, 1 cr.This course is a continuation of JOU 1111. 1hour lecture.leadershipLEA 1811 Leadership and OrganizationSkills I, 1 cr.This is a study of leadership styles and skills,roles and functions of officers of student120 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogorganizations. It includes parliamentary procedure,communication, conducting effectivemeetings, and working with volunteers. 1hour lecture.LEA 1821 Leadership and OrganizationSkills II, 1 cr.(Prerequisite: LEA 1811) A continued study ofLEA 1811; This class covers ice breakers, traits ofmembers and joiner, non-verbal communication,role functions in groups, time management,stress management, role of constitution,Myers Briggs type indicator, planning and goalsetting and passing the gavel. 1 hour lecture.LEA 1911 Leadership and CommunicationSkills Development – Recruitingand Public Relations I, 1 cr.This course familiarizes the student withhis/her responsibilities as a member of therecruiting/public relations team. It exploresleadership skills, communication, and factualinformation about the college. Through thiscourse the student will be able to function asa representative in recruitment and in publicrelations. 1 hour lecture.LEA 1921 Leadership and CommunicationSkills Development – Recruitingand Public Relations II, 1 cr.This is a continuation of LEA 1911. 1 hourlectureLEA 2811 Leadership and CommunicationSkills Development – Recruitingand Public Relations III, 1 cr.Continued study of LEA 1811, LEA 1821; fullparticipation in class; experiential roles chairingcommittees and events; lead decisionmaking techniques; consensus, brain storming;observe and give feedback to group on rolefunctions in group; lead planning and goalsetting groups; and presentation of leadershiptopics. Prerequisite: LEA 1811, 1821. 1hour lecture.LEA 2821 Leadership and OrganizationSkills IV, 1 cr.A continuation of activities and events of LEA1811, LEA 1821, and LEA 2821, emphasizingservant leadership. Prerequisite: LEA 1811,1821, 1831. 1 hour lecture.LEA 2911 Leadership and CommunicationSkills Development – Recruitingand Public Relations III, 1 cr.This is a continuation of LEA 1911. 1 hourlecture.LEA 2921 Leadership and CommunicationSkills Development – Recruitingand Public Relations IV, 1 cr.This is a continuation of LEA 2911. 1 hourlecture.Learning and Lifetime SkillsLLS 0113 Essential College Skills I, 3 cr.This course is designed to aid in the developmentof student potentials in four fundamentalareas; improving self-image and awareness,setting life goals (decision making, valueclarification, setting personal priorities), developingeffective study skills and habits anddeveloping classroom learning skills. Thecourse emphasizes reasoning skills, interpersonalskills, personal and social adjustment.3 hours lecture. (For institutional credit only.)LLS 1321 Career Exploration, 1 cr.A course designed to assist students in determiningcareer goals. Interest tests, personalityinventories, and aptitude tests are given tohelp students determine career choices. 1hour lecture.LLS 1423 College Study Skills, 3 cr.An advanced course in study skills that fostersinsight and practice of critical reading skillsand study techniques needed for efficient andeffective mastery of college-level courses, bothgraduate and undergraduate. 3 hours lecture.MathemATicsMAT 0113 Fundamentals of Mathematics, 3 cr.This is a review of fundamental arithmetic skills.A study of the four basic operations with wholenumbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages areexplored. Also covered are ratio and proportions,order of operations, and applications. Prerequisites:ACT Math sub-score of 12 or below. This course121

Course Descriptions: Modern Foreign LanguageCourse Descriptions: Music (Applied)does not satisfy degree or program requirements.3 hours lecture.MAT 0123 Beginning Algebra, 3 cr.A course in algebra to include operations with realnumbers, linear equations, the coordinate system,linear inequalities, laws of exponents, operationswith polynomials, and factoring. Prerequisites: ACTMath sub-score of 13-15. This course does not satisfydegree or program requirements. 3 hours lecture.MAT 1233 Intermediate Algebra, 3 cr.This class is designed to prepare students for collegealgebra. The topics include linear equations andtheir graphs; inequalities and number line graphs;rational expressions; factoring; laws of exponents;radicals; polynomials. Prerequisites: MAT 0123with a grade of “C” or better or at least one unit ofhigh school algebra with an ACT math sub-score of16 – 17. 3 hours lecture.MAT 1313 College Algebra, 3 cr.This course includes inequalities; functions; linearand quadratic equations, circles, and their graphs;rational, radical, and higher-order equations;applications; polynomial and rational functions;logarithmic and exponential functions; systems ofequations. Prerequisites: MAT 1233 with a gradeof “C” or two units of high school algebra with anACT math sub-score of at least 18. 3 hours lecture.MAT 1323 Trigonometry, 3 cr.This course includes trigonometric functions andtheir graphs; trigonometric identities; trigonometricequations; radian measurement; solutions ofright and oblique triangles; inverse trigonometricfunctions; applications. Prerequisite: MAT 1313 witha grade of “C” or better or equivalent. 3 hours lecture.MAT 1333 Finite Mathematics, 3 cr.An introduction to sets, functions, matrices, linearprogramming, and probability with applications inbusiness decision making and behavioral sciences.Prerequisite: MAT 1313 with a grade of “C” or betteror equivalent. 3 hours lecture.MAT 1513 Business Calculus I, 3 cr.A study of functions, limits, continuity, derivatives,and their applications to business and economics.Prerequisites: MAT 1313 with a grade of “C” or better.3 hours lecture.MAT 1523 Business Calculus II, 3 cr.A study of antiderivatives, techniques of integration,applications of the definite integral, extrema,and applications to business and economics.Prerequisites: MAT 1513 with a grade of “C” or better.3 hours lecture.MAT 1613 Calculus I, 3 cr.This course includes the following topics: limits;continuity; the definition of the derivative;differentiation; applications; anti-derivatives. MAT1323 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent. 3hours lecture.MAT 1623 Calculus II, 3 cr.This course includes the following topics: thedefinite integral; differentiation and integration oftranscendental functions; techniques of integration;applications. Prerequisite: MAT 1613 with a gradeof “C” or better. 3 hours lecture.MAT 1723 Real Number System, 3 cr.Designed for elementary and special educationmajors, this course includes set theory, numerationsystems, foundations of number theory andproperties and operations of real numbers.Prerequisite: MAT 1313 with a grade of “C” orbetter. 3 hours lecture.MAT 1733 Geometry, Measurementand Probability, 3 cr.Designed for elementary and special educationmajors, this course includes geometric definitions,shapes, and formulas; linear and angularmeasurements; unit conversions; statistics andprobability. Prerequisite: MAT 1313 with a gradeof “C” or better. 3 hours lecture.MAT 1743 Problem Solving with Real Numbers,3 cr.Designed for elementary and special educationmajors, this course includes logic, applications of realnumbers, probability, and statistics. Prerequisite:MAT 1313 with a grade of “C” or better. 3 hourslecture.MAT 2113 Introduction to Linear Algebra, 3 cr.This course includes the following topics: systemsof linear equations; matrices; Vector spaces;determinants; linear transformation; Eigenvaluesand Eigenvectors. Prerequisite: MAT 1623. 3 hourslecture.MAT 2323 Statistics, 3 cr.This class is an introduction to statistical methodsof describing, summarizing, comparing, andinterpreting data to include probability distributions,sampling, estimation, confidence intervals, andhypothesis testing. Prerequisite: MAT 1313 with agrade of “C” or better. 3 hours lecture.MAT 2613 Calculus III, 3 cr. 3 cr.This course includes the following topics: analyticalgeometry; parametric equations; polar coordinates;improper integrals; infinite series. Prerequisite: MAT1623. 3 hours lecture.MAT 2623 Calculus IV, 3 cr.This course includes the following topics: partialdifferentiation; multiple integration; vector calculus;quadric surfaces. Prerequisite: MAT 2613. 3 hourslecture.MAT 2913 Differential Equations, 3 cr.This course includes the following topics: solutionsof first and higher order differential equations;existence theorems; Laplace transforms; applications.Prerequisite: MAT 2613. 3 hours lecture.Modern Foreign LanguageMFL 1113 French I, 3 cr.This course, an oral-aural approach, stressesconversation, pronunciation, comprehension,reading, writing, and functional grammarwith emphasis on the practical aspects of thelanguage. Phonetic symbols are used to aidcorrect pronunciation. 3 hours lecture.MFL 1123 French II, 3 cr.This class is a continuation of French 1113, withwider vocabulary and more complex structuresand functions. 3 hours lecture.MFL 1213 Spanish I, 3 cr.An oral-aural approach, this course stressesconversation, speaking, pronunciation, comprehension,reading, writing, and functionalgrammar with emphasis on the practicalaspects of language in addition to providingopportunities to learn more about the cultureof the Spanish-speaking world. 3 hours lecture.MFL 1213/1223Spanish I & II, 6 cr.This accelerated course is comprised of fivelecture sessions per week plus an informallab component. Students will develop basiclanguage skills of reading, writing, speakingpronunciation and listening comprehensionat a beginning level and will study culturalaspects of the Spanish-speaking world. 5 hourslecture, 1 hour lab.MFL 1223 Spanish II, 3 cr.This course is a continuation of MFL 1213 withwider vocabulary and more complex structuresand functions. The course serves to promotefurther development of previously learnedskills and knowledge. Students will be able toexpress themselves in a culturally appropriatemanner in various time frames. Prerequisite:A grade of D or higher in MFL 1213 or one yearof high school Spanish. 3 hours lecture.MFL 1313 German I, 3 cr.This course is an introductory course thatincorporates an oral-aural approach stressingconversation, pronunciation, comprehension,reading, writing, and functional grammar. 3hours lecture.MFL 1323 German II, 3 cr.This course continues MFL 1313 with widervocabulary and more complex structures andfunctions. 3 hours lecture.MFL 2113 French III, 3 cr.This course continues MFL 1123 with additionalmaterials of literary and cultural value. 3 hourslecture.MFL 2123 French IV, 3 cr.Continues MFL 2113 with additional literaryand cultural readings and compositions as wellas a review of essential elements of grammar.3 hours lecture.MFL 2213 Spanish III, 3 cr.MFL 2213 continues MFL 1223 with additionalmaterials of literary and cultural value. Thiscourse promotes more advanced implementationof all four language skills with even greateremphasis placed on oral communication. Prerequisite:A grade of D or higher in MFL 1213122 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogand 1223, or two years of high school Spanish.3 hours lecture.MFL 2213/2223 Spanish III & IV, 6 cr.As a continuation of MFL 1213/1223, thiscourse design remains the same with respect toclass meetings and lab requirements. Studentsdevelop language skills at a more advancedlevel. Grammar and language mechanics aremajor points of emphasis in this course. Prerequisite:MFL 1213 and 1233, or two years of highschool Spanish. 5 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.MFL 2223 Spanish IV, 3 cr.MFL 2223 continues MFL 2213 with additionalliterary and cultural readings and compositionsas well as a review of essential elements ofgrammar. This advanced course gives studentsan opportunity to better develop proficiency inreading and listening comprehension, conversationalskills, and in writing. Prerequisites: Agrade of D or higher in MFL 1213, 1223 and2213, or three years of high school Spanish. 3hours lecture.MFL 2243 Conversational Spanish I, 3 cr.This advanced course is designed to furtherdevelop language proficiency. The coursehelps students to further develop speaking andlistening comprehension skills. This course isconducted totally in Spanish. Prerequisite: Agrade of D or higher in MFL 1213, 1223, 2213and 2223, or four years of high school Spanish.3 hours lecture.MFL 2253 Conversational Spanish II, 3 cr.This advanced course is a continuation of MFL2243 and is designed to further develop languageproficiency. The course helps studentsto further develop speaking and listeningcomprehension skills. This course is conductedtotally in Spanish. Prerequisite: A grade of D orhigher in MFL 2243. 3 hours lecture.MFL 2613 Foreign Language StudyAbroad, 3 cr.A unique language and culture learning opportunitydesigned and provided by individualcolleges. Location, duration, and requirementsmay vary by institution.Music (Applied)MUA 1211 Class Guitar I, 1 cr.This class offers instruction for beginning guitarplayers that includes basic accompanyingtechniques and an introduction to classicalguitar technique. Five hours of practice a weekoutside of class is required. Students must befull time to enroll.MUA 1272, 1282, 2272, 2282Guitar for Music Majors, 2 cr.This course is guitar instruction for musiceducation majors with guitar as their areaof emphasis. Introduction to classical guitartechnique, literature, and performance ofstandard literature. Beginners are accepted byaudition or by special permission of instructor.1 hour lesson, 10 hours practice.MUA 1511, 1521, 2511, 2521Class Piano I, II, III, IV, 1 cr.Class study in keyboard training is designedfor students who have had no previous pianoinstruction. Fundamentals are taught throughclass participation and discussion, includingmajor and minor scales, chord progressions,harmonization of melodies, open score reading,accompanying, transposition and elementaryrepertoire. These courses are for beginner pianostudents who are non-music majors. Classeswill consist of up to eight students. Studentswill play individually and as an ensemble. Theclass will meet once a week for one hour. Studentswill be required to practice a minimum ofthree hours per week. Prerequisite: Permissionof the Instructor. 1 hour class, 3 hours practice.MUA 1541, 1551, 2541, 2551Piano for Non Majors I, II, III,IV, 1 cr.These classes include piano instruction formusic education majors with piano as theirsecondary area of emphasis. Introductionto technique, literature, and performance ofstandard literature. These courses are also forstudents who already read music and playpiano at an intermediate level that are notmusic majors. 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Course Descriptions: Musical OrganizationsCourse Descriptions: Musicone-half hour each week with a minimum offive hours practice weekly. A performanceexam is required at the end of the semester.Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.MUA 1542, 1552, 2542, 2552Piano for Voice Majors I,II, III, IV, 2 cr.These classes include piano instruction formusic education majors with piano as a secondaryarea of emphasis with introductionto technique, literature, and accompanying.These courses are also for beginner pianostudents who are music majors. Classes willconsist of up to eight students. Students willplay individually and as an ensemble. Theseclasses will meet once a week for one hour.Students will be required to practice a minimumof five hours per week. A performanceexam is required at the end of the semester.Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. 1hour class, 5 hours practice.MUA 1572, 1582Piano for Music EducationMajors I, II, 2 cr.These classes offer private lessons to includefundamental techniques, reading, interpretationand performance. Compositions areselected to suit the individual’s background andability. These courses are also for full-time studentswho are music majors currently enrolledin Music Theory I or II. Music majors with anemphasis in piano will have a one-hour lessoneach week with a minimum of 10 hours practiceweekly. Music majors with an emphasis in aninstrument other than piano will be evaluatedat the beginning of the semester to determinetheir placement in the class. Those studentswho are music majors with little or no pianoskills may be taught in a piano class until basicskills are mastered. Those music majors withemphasis in an instrument other than pianowill have a one-hour lesson each week with aminimum of seven hours practice weekly. Allstudents taking these classes are required tocomplete a performance exam at the end ofthe semester. Prerequisite: Permission of theinstructor. Co-requisite: MUS 1214 or 1224 .MUA 1772, 1782, 2772, 2782Voice for Music EducationMajors I, II, III, IV, 2 cr.Voice for majors is designed to teach the fundamentalprinciples of singing, explore variedvocal repertoire, and develop and improve thestudent’s vocal ability. These courses are forfull-time students who are music majors. Studentstaking these courses must also registerfor Chorus. Music majors with an emphasis invoice will have a one-hour lesson each weekwith a minimum of 10 hours practice weekly.Music majors taking voice as a secondaryinstrument will be given an audition at thebeginning of the semester and must thenhave permission of the instructor. Those musicmajors with emphasis in an instrument otherthan voice will have a one-hour lesson eachweek with a minimum of seven hours practiceweekly. All students taking these classes arerequired to complete a performance exam atthe end of the semester. Prerequisite: Permissionof the instructor. Co-requisite: MUO 1212,1222, 2212, or 2222.MUA 1172, 1182, 2172, 2182Brass for Music EducationMajors I, II, III, IV, 2 cr.These courses offer brass instruction for musiceducation majors with an emphasis on brassinstrumental playing. They are designed toteach the fundamental principles of playing,explore moderate to advanced levels of literature,develop the student’s interest in playing,and strengthen the student’s playing ability.MUA 1472, 1482, 2472, 2482Percussion for Music EducationMajors, I, II, III, IV, 2 cr.These classes offer percussion instruction formusic education majors, with an emphasison percussion instrumental playing. They aredesigned to teach the fundamental principlesof playing, explore moderate to advanced levelsof literature, develop the student’s interest inplaying, and strengthen the student’s playingability.MUA 1672, 1682, 2672, 2682Strings for Music EducationMajors I, II, III, IV, 2cr.These classes offer bowed string instrumentinstruction for music education majors withstrings as their area of emphasis. They are anintroduction to string technique, literature,etudes, and performance standard literature.MUA 1872, 1882, 2872, 2882Woodwinds for Music EducationMajors I, II, III, IV, 2 cr.These classes offer woodwind instruction formusic education majors with an emphasison woodwind instrumental playing. They aredesigned to teach the fundamental principlesof playing, explore moderate to advanced levelsof literature, develop the student’s interest inplaying, and strengthen the student’s playingability. Designed for full-time students,this study is for string, brass, percussion orwoodwind instrument as a major instrument.An audition is necessary for admission to thiscourse. A performance exam is required atthe end of semester. 1 hour lesson, 10 hourspractice.MUA 2572 Piano for Music EducationMajors III, 2 cr.This is a continuation of MUA 1582 with selectionsfrom the masterpieces of classical, romantic,and modern composers as well as continuedwork on technical and interpretive skills.MUA 2582 Piano for Music EducationMajors IV, 2 cr.This is a continuation of MUA 2572 with selectionsfrom the masterpieces of classical, romantic,and modern composers as well as continuedwork on technical and interpretive skills.Musical OrganizATionsMUO 1212, 1222, 2212, 2222Chorus I, II, III, IV, 2 cr.This is a course for music majors and nonmajorsfocuses on performing choral musicfrom a variety of style periods. The MCCChorus provides opportunities for students todevelop their musical potential and aestheticunderstanding through singing in a choralensemble. Study includes instruction in healthyvocal technique, team work, and desirable ensembleattributes: intonation, blend, balance,appropriate tone quality, and critical listening.Students will strengthen their ability to analyzeand evaluate music and music performances.Students will rehearse, discuss, and performchoral repertoire of various genres. Attentionwill also be given to relating their music experiencesto personal development. No prerequisitecourse required. The MCC Chorus meets fourhours each week.MUO 1242, 1252, 2242, 2252Small Singing Group I, II, III, IV,2 cr.This is a course for select singers focused onperforming from one or more genres of music.The Dimensions is Meridian Community College'shigh-energy show group. Performingan exciting, visual program of song-and-danceroutines, the Dimensions provide entertainmentfor many campus and community events.Their repertoire consists of various musicalstyles including pop, Motown, and classic rock.The group performs with a live band. Studentsare selected each spring by audition on thebasis of vocal ability and stage presence. Thegroup rehearses a minimum of 7 hours eachweek. Students must be full time to enroll.MUO 1341, 1351, 2341, 2351Jazz Improvisation I, II, III,IV, 1 cr.This is a continued study of the techniques usedin jazz improvisation with performance opportunities.In an ensemble setting, the studentwill study combining scales/chords, developingcreativity, fundamentals of improvisation, basicblues scales, practical exercises/patterns andlicks, combined with tunes for the standardrepertoire of the working jazz musician. 3hours lecture.MUO 1171, 1181, 2171, 2181Stage Band I, II, III, IV, 1 cr.This is a course designed for members selectedfrom marching band members by audition toperform instrumental music from a variety ofstyle periods. The emphasis is on jazz. This is124 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Cataloga study of the techniques and styles of playingthe popular music of jazz, dance and cinemathrough rehearsal and performance. Admissionis by audition or permission of the instructor.Students meet for two hours practice eachweek and perform in the MCC Jazz Band. 2hours lab.MUO 1111, 1121, 2111, 2121Concert Band I, II, III, IV, 1 cr.Students practice brass, woodwind or percussioninstruments in a large ensemble. Thiscourse involves the study and performance ofstandard and contemporary works from concertband literature. Admission is by auditionor permission of the instructor and is open tohigh school, college students and communitymembers. Students meet three hours eachweek for practice. 3 hours lab.MUO 1141, 1151, 2141, 2151Instrumental Ensemble, 1 cr.This course involves study and performanceof musical compositions for various kinds ofinstrumental ensembles. This class is recommendedfor students interested in performanceexperiences in small groups of woodwind,brass, or percussion instruments. Admission isby permission of the instructor. Practice is twohours each week. 2 hours lab.MUO 1142, 1152, 2142, 2152Small Band Group I, II, III, IV,2 cr.Students are selected for this group on thebasis of playing ability. Auditions are held inthe spring for the following school year. Thegroup rehearses a minimum of four hours eachweek. This live band serves as a rhythm sectionwhich performs popular music with the vocalgroup “The Dimensions.” Students must be fulltime to enroll.MusicMUS 1113 Music Appreciation, 3 cr.This is a listening course designed to give thestudent through and aural perception understandingand appreciation of music as a movingforce in western culture from the Middle Agesthrough the present day. Musical understandingis developed through the introduction ofstyle and form. Satisfies 3-credit hours of FineArts in AA and AAS Core. 3 hours lecture.MUS 1123 Music Survey (Majors), 3 cr.Advanced listening course, this class is designedto acquaint the music major with abroad overview of musical style and repertoirefrom antiquity to the present. Pre-requisite:MUS 1214. 3 hours lecture.MUS 1133 Fundamentals of Music, 3 cr.This course is designed to prepare students forMusic Theory. Topics covered include notation,scales, keys, rhythm, intervals, triads, seventhchords and their inversions. 3 hours lecture.MUS 1811, 1821, 2811, 2821Music Theatre Workshop I, II,III, IV, 1 cr.The workshop is designed to introduce the studentto all facets of music theatre. One publicperformance will be given each semester. Opento all students.MUS 1214 Music Theory I, 4 cr.This is a study of functional harmony throughanalysis and part writing, sight-singing, andear training. This comprehensive coursedeals with musical notation, scales, intervals,part-writing procedures, non-harmonic andharmonic analysis. Students develop the abilityto sing scales, intervals and simple melodiesthrough the use of syllables and numbers, learnto read rhythms correctly at sight, play triadsin inversions, cadences, chord progressionsand simple modulations. Rhythmic, harmonicand melodic dictation are also given. Meets sixhours each week. Prerequisites: MUS 1133with a grade of “C” or higher or permission ofthe instructor. Co-requisite: MUA 1572 . 5hours lecture, 1 hour lab.MUS 1224 Music Theory II 4 cr.This is a continued study of functional harmonythrough analysis and part writing, sight-singing,and ear training. Co-requisite: MUA 1582.5 hours lecture, 1 hour lab.125

Course Descriptions: PhilosophyCourse Descriptions: ReadingMUS 2214 Music Theory III, 4 cr.This is a continuation study of functionalharmony through analysis and part writing,sight-singing, and ear training. A continuationof Music Theory I and II, this course emphasizesthe seventh chords, altered chords and thechords of the augmented sixth. This study includesharmonic and formal analysis and partwritingprocedures, modern compositionalpractices, sight-read melodies containingmodulation and more complex rhythmic patterns.Students learn to play chord progressionsusing all types of triads and seventh chords.Meets six hours each week. Prerequisites:MUS 1214 and MUS 1224 with a grade of “C”of higher. 5 hours lecture, 1 hour lab.MUS 2224 Music Theory IV, 4 cr.This is a continued study of functional harmonythrough analysis and part writing,sight-singing, and ear training. 5 hours lecture,1 hour lab.MUS 2313 Music History I, 3 cr.This course is a study of Western music beginningin Ancient Greece and continuing throughthe Baroque. The study includes early music,Middle Ages, Renaissance, Baroque, and thevarious aspects of style analysis as exemplifiedin the works of the major composers of eachperiod. Prerequisites: MUS 1214 and 1224.For sophomore music majors and minors. 3hours lecture.MUS 2323 Music History II, 3 cr.Study of Western music beginning in AncientGreece and continuing through the Baroque.Study includes early music, Middle Ages, Renaissance,Baroque, and the various aspectsof style analysis as exemplified in the worksof the major composers of each period. Forsophomore music majors and minors. 3 hourslecture.PhilosophyPHI 1113 Old Testament Survey, 3 cr.The student will survey the Hebrew Bible (OldTestament) with regard to its worth as a literarywork, along with significant dates, themes,concepts and contributions of its charactersto that history and literature. 3 hours lecture.PHI 1133 New Testament Survey, 3 cr.This is a study of the New Testament coveringthe life of Jesus of Nazareth and the establishmentof the early church as presented in theGospels, Acts, and other New Testament books.3 hours lecture.PHI 1153 Jesus and the Gospels, 3 cr.This is a study of the life and ministry of Jesusof Nazareth as recorded in the four canonicalgospels with specific consideration of thegeographical, political, and social conditionsof the 1st Century and recognition of variousearly interpretations of the meaning of the lifeand person of Jesus. 3 hours lecture.PHI 1163 Acts and the Epistles, 3 cr.A survey of the work of the apostles as portrayedin the book of Acts and the Epistles.Attention is given to the development of the1st Century Christian Church and the historicalbackground of the various Epistles. 3 hourslecture.PHI 2113 Introduction to Philosophy I, 3 cr.This is an introduction to the major themes andhistory of the discipline of philosophy with anemphasis on the development of critical thinkingskills, emphasis will be given to significantpeople and trends of philosophy both past andpresent. The ideas of great philosophers arealso an integral part of this course as studentsare introduced to their different systems ofthought. 3 hours lecture.PHI 2613 World Religions I, 3 cr.This course offers a comparison of the beliefsand developments of the Christian religion withthose of Buddhism, Islam, Hinduism, Judaismand other important religions. 3 hours lecture.Physical SciencesPHY 1113 Introduction to Astronomy I,3 cr.This is a lecture course that includes surveys ofthe solar system, our galaxy and the universe.3 hours lecture.PHY 2241 Physical Science I Laboratory,1 cr.This is a laboratory course that contains experimentsand exercises that reinforce the principlesintroduced in PHY 2243 Physical Science Survey I,Lecture. Co-requisite: PHY 2243 Physical ScienceSurvey I Lecture. 2 hours lab.PHY 2243 Physical Science I Lecture, 3 cr.In this lecture course, that includes studies ofmeasurements and units, electricity, mechanics,heat, sound, light, and astronomy. Corequisite:PHY 2241 Physical Science Survey ILab. 3 hours lecture.PHY 2244 Physical Science I, 4 cr.This combined lecture and laboratory courseincludes studies of measurements and units,electricity, mechanics, heat, sound, light,and astronomy. Labs associated with thiscourse contain experiments and exercises thatreinforce the principles introduced in lectureclasses. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.PHY 2251 Physical Science II Laboratory,1 cr.This laboratory course contains experimentsand exercises that reinforce the principles introducedin PHY 2253 Physical Science II Lecture.Co-requisite: PHY 2253 Physical Science SurveyII Lecture. 2 hours lab.PHY 2253 Physical Science II Lecture, 3 cr.A lecture course that includes studies ofchemistry, geology, and meteorology. Corequisite:PHY 2251 Physical Science II Lab. 3hours lecture.PHY 2254 Physical Science II, 4 cr.This is a combined lecture and laboratorycourse that includes studies of chemistry, geologyand meteorology. Labs associated with thiscoursed contain experiments and exercises thatreinforce the principles introduced in lectureclasses. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.PHY 2411 General Physics I Laboratory,1 cr.This is a laboratory course that contains experimentsand exercises that reinforce the principlesintroduced in PHY 2413 General Physics126 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogI lecture. Students will use equipment andcomputers to perform laboratory experiments.Laboratory reports are required. Co-requisite:PHY 2413 General Physics I Lecture. 2 hours lab.PHY 2413 General Physics I Lecture, 3 cr.This is a lecture course covering mechanics,heat, waves, and sound. This is a non-calculusbased course primarily for pre-professional majors.Prerequisite: MAT 1313 College Algebraand MAT 1323 Trigonometry. Co-requisite: PHY2411 General Physics I Lab. 3 hours lecture.PHY 2414 General Physics I, 4 cr.This is a combined lecture and laboratorycourse covering mechanics, heat, wave, andsound. Labs associated with this course containexperiments and exercises that reinforce theprinciples introduced in lecture classes. Thisis a non-calculus based course primarily forpre-professional majors. Selected experimentsare performed to illustrate principles taught inlecture. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.PHY 2421 General Physics II Laboratory,1 cr.In this laboratory course that contains experimentsand exercises, the principles introducedin PHY 2423 General Physics II Lecture will bereinforced. Students will use equipment andcomputers to perform laboratory experiments.Laboratory reports are required. Co-requisite:PHY 2423 General Physics II. 2 hours lab.PHY 2423 General Physics II Lecture, 3 cr.This lecture course covers electricity, magnetism,optics, and modern physics. This is anon-calculus based course primarily for preprofessionalmajors. Labs associated with thiscourse contain experiments and exercises thatreinforce the principles introduced in lectureclasses. Prerequisite: PHY 2413 General PhysicsI. Co-requisite: PHY 2421 General Physics IILab. 3 hours lecture.PHY 2424 General Physics II with Lab, 4 cr.A combined lecture and laboratory coursecovering electricity, magnetism, optics, andmodern physics, this is a non-calculus basedcourse primarily for pre-professional majors.Labs associated with this course contain experiments.Prerequisite: PHY 2414. 3 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.PHY 2515 General Physics I-A, 5 cr.(Engineering Physics) A combined lecture andlaboratory course covering mechanics, heat,waves,and sound, this is a calculus-basedcourse primarily for students of engineering,science, or mathematics. Labs associated withthis course contain experiments and exercisesthat reinforce the principles introduced in lectureclasses. Prerequisite: MAT 1623 CalculusII. 4 hours lecture, 3 hours lab.PHY 2525 General Physics II-A, 5 cr.(Engineering Physics) A combined lecture andlaboratory course covering electricity, magnetism,optics, and modern physics., this is acalculus-based course primarily for students ofengineering, science or mathematics. Labs associatedwith this course contain experimentsand exercises that reinforce the principlesintroduced in lecture classes. Prerequisite: PHY2515 General Physics I-A. (See Engineering forEGR 2413, Engineering Mechanics.) 4 hourslecture, 3 hours lab.Political SciencePSC 1113 American Federal Government,3 cr.This is a survey of the organizations, politicalaspects and basis of national government 3hours lecture.PSC 1123 American State and LocalGovernment, 3 cr.The relationships among states, national andlocal governments are explored as are theorganization, function, and operation of thethree branches with emphasis on the state ofMississippi. 3 hours lecture.PsychologyPSY 1513 General Psychology, 3 cr.An introduction to the scientific study of humanbehavior and mental processes, this classincludes history and theories of psychology,research methods, biological bases of behavior,the principles of learning, personality andabnormal behavior. 3 hours lecture.PSY 2113 Laboratory in Psychology:Cognition & Behavior, 3 cr.In this course, students will experience discussionand application of descriptive (survey,case study, archival, and observational) correlation,and experimental research methods.Specifically, the purpose is to train students tounderstand and use research principles, ethics,issues, and methodology for conductingentry-level independent research projects bystudying specific areas of human behavioral,perceptual, and cognitive functioning. Thestudent will be introduced to research ethicsand issues. Prerequisite: PSY 1513. 3 hours lab.ReadingREA 1213 Reading Enhancement I, 3 cr.This course is provided to help students developreading skills necessary for success in college.There is diagnostic testing followed by practicein skills according to the needs of the student.Emphasis is on spelling, pronunciation, vocabulary,and study skills. Guidance in developingwide reading interests is offered. This coursedoes not satisfy degree or program requirements.3 hours computer based instruction.REA 1223 Reading Enhancement II, 3 cr.A continuation of Reading 1213, this coursehelps students develop reading skills necessaryfor success in college. There is diagnostictesting followed by practice in skills accordingto the needs of the student. Computer-assistedinstruction is utilized in the course. Emphasisis placed on spelling, pronunciation, vocabulary,and study skills. Primarily, this course isdesigned to build vocabulary skills and to helpstudents learn to read with understanding.There is an emphasis on learning vocabularythrough context and usage. Guidance indeveloping wide reading interests is offered.This course does not satisfy degree or programrequirements. Pre-requisite: REA 1213 or sufficientACCUPLACER scores. 3 hours credit.127

Course Descriptions: SpanishCourse Descriptions: Wellness and FitnessSpanishSee MFL, Modern Foreign Languages.Social workSwk 1113 Social Work: A Helping Profession, 3 cr.The course exposes students to a "helping"profession that plays a central role in addressinghuman needs. Students are exposed to personal/lived experiences of social work clients and successesof “real” social workers in respective practices suchas mental health, child welfare, disaster, corrections,faith-based, military, international relief andindustry. 3 hours lecture.SociologySOC 1113 Introduction to Social Science, 3 cr.This course gives students insights into people’sbehavior by examining ideas from various socialsciences. 3 hours lecture .SOC 1213 Community Involvement, 3 cr.This is an elective course designed to providestudents with experience in a public or human serviceagency, or other appropriate work environment, andto encourage them to recognize the value of theiractive participation in the service/learning process.This course requires 16 hours of seminar, 60 hoursof field experience, and reflective work in the formof journals and essays.SOC 2113 Introduction to Sociology, 3 cr.This course is designed to introduce students tothe scientific study of human society and socialinteraction. Social influences on individuals andgroups are examined. 3 hours lecture.SOC 2143 Marriage and Family, 3 cr.A study of the family as a cultural unit, the institutionof marriage, the problems of parenthood and ofsocial-economic adjustments to society. 3 hourslecture.SOC 2213 Introductory Anthropology, 3 cr.A survey of major filelds of basic principles in thecomparative study of mankind. 3 hours lecture.SpeechSPT 0113 Basic Speaking 3 cr.This class focuses on basic communicationskills, basic communication models, pronunciation,articulation, and dealing with stage fright.This course will not substitute for SPT 1113.This course does not satisfy degree or programrequirements. 3 hours lecture.SPT 1113 Public Speaking, 3 cr.Students study and practice making speechesfor public-speaking occasions. Major emphasisis placed on speech preparation anddelivery. Prerequisite: Standard admissioncriteria or grade of “C” in REA 1213 or ENG0123 or SPT 0113. This course satisfies oneof the General Education Core Curriculumrequirements. 3 hours lecture.SPT 1153 Voice, Diction, and Phonetics3 cr.This is a study of the International PhoneticAlphabet and training in the phonetic transcriptionof speech for improvement of voiceand diction. It includes physical characteristicsand production of sounds in American English,auditory training, articulation and standardpronunciations, and voice production. Prerequisite:SPT 1113 or permission of instructor. 3hours lecture.SPT 1233 Acting I, 3 cr.This course is an introduction to the trainingof the voice, body, and imagination as thefoundations of the work of an actor through thestudy of acting theory, vocabulary, theatricalgames, mime, monologue, and scene work.3 hours lecture.SPT 1241 Drama Production I, 1 cr.Students receive credit for participation in acollege theater production. A minimum of 16work hours is required.SPT 1251 Drama Production II, 1 cr.This course is a continuation of Drama ProductionI. Students receive credit for participationin a college theater production. Minimum 16work hours required.SPT 2233 Theater Appreciation, 3 cr.An introduction of the cultural, historical, andsocial aspects of drama, this class contentprovides an appreciation of theater and performanceart to develop audience standardsthrough demonstration of the unique characteristicsof theater. Satisfies 3 credit hours ofFine Arts in AA and AAS Core. 3 hours lecture.SPT 2241 Drama Production III, 1 cr.This course is a continuation of Drama ProductionII. Students receive credit for participationin a college theater production. Minimum of16 work hours required.SPT 2251 Drama Production IV, 1 cr.This course is a continuation of Drama ProductionIII. Students receive credit for participationin a college theater production. Minimum of16 work hours required.SPT 2263 Directing, 3 cr.The student will learn the fundamentals ofdirecting such as script analysis, conceptualization,staging scheduling and communication.3 hours lecture.SPT 2283 Acting II, 3 cr.This course offers continued training in thetechniques of role preparation and characterdevelopment through concentrated monologueand scene work. 3 hours lecture.Wellness and Fitness(Formerly Health, Physical Education andRecreation)HPR 0113 Foundations of Health, 3 cr.During this course, students learn the fundamentalsof personal health. Students willevaluate and assess their personal lifestyles;develop a fitness program to enhance overallwellness; review and discuss the fundamentalhealth concerns associated with substanceabuse; and develop a nutritional food planto enhance overall wellness. This course doesnot satisfy degree or program requirements. 3hours lecture.128 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogHPR 1111Swimming I Non-Swimmers, 1 cr.This course is designed to give students amodern concept of physical education andrecreation by developing body skills withlecture and practice in swimming. The nonswimmerhas the chance to learn the basic skillsneeded to swim. Swimsuit and fee required.2 hours lab.HPR 1111 Beginning Tennis , 1 cr.This course is designed to give students amodern concept of physical education andrecreation by developing body skills withlecture and practice in beginning tennis. Thiscourse emphasizes the beginning level skillsin ground strokes, the serve and the volley.Rules, game etiquette, safety and competitiveactivities are included. Students must furnishtheir own racket. 2 hours lab.HPR 1121 Swimming II Beginners, 1 cr.This course is designed to give students amodern concept of physical education andrecreation by developing body skills withlecture and practice in swimming. This courseis for the beginning swimmer. Skills are taughtto prepare the student for the next level ofswimming. Prerequisite: Mastery of introductionto the water. Swimsuit and fee required.2 hours lab.HPR 1121 Intermediate Tennis, 1 cr.This course is designed to give students amodern concept of physical education and recreationby developing body skills with lectureand practice in tennis. This course emphasizesrefinement of basic skills and specialty shots intennis. Competitive activities in singles anddoubles are included. Students must furnishtheir own racket. Prerequisite: Satisfactorycompletion of HPR 1531 Beginning Tennis orpermission of the instructor. 2 hours lab.HPR 1131 Varsity Sports, 1 cr.Students receive credit for their first semesterof participation in one of the following varsityteams: baseball, basketball, cheerleading, golf,soccer, softball, and tennis.HPR 1141 Varsity Sports II, 1 cr.Students receive credit for their second semesterof participation in one of the followingvarsity teams: baseball, basketball, cheerleading,golf, soccer, softball, and tennis.HPR 1213 Personal & Community Health I,3 cr.Application of principles and practices ofhealthful living to the individual and community;major health problems and the mutualresponsibilities of home, school, and healthagencies are covered. 3 hours lecture.HPR 1223 Personal & CommunityHealth II, 3 cr.This class is a continuation of HPR 1213 that isdesigned to give students information on howto avoid or overcome habits that jeopardizeor destroy one’s health, happiness, and life. 3hours lecture.HPR 1313 Introduction to Health, PhysicalEducation, and Recreation, 3 cr.This is an introduction to the principles, literature,and organizations of the profession.It covers analysis of successful teaching withdiscussion of the responsibilities and opportunitiesof professional personnel. Studentsgain an orientation to the opportunities in thefield. 3 hours lecture.HPR 1511 Team Sports I , 1 cr.Students will receive credit for participationduring their first semester in the rules, techniquesand participation of sports conditioningfor baseball, softball, soccer, golf, basketball,tennis and cheerleading.HPR 1521 Team Sports II, 1 cr.Students will receive credit for participationduring their second semester in the rules, techniquesand participation of sports conditioningfor baseball, softball, soccer, golf, basketball,tennis and cheerleading.HPR 1531 Weight Training, 1 cr.Students will participate in techniques thatinclude lecture and practice in weight training.Muscular strength, endurance and flexibilityare improved through a variety of conditioningactivities. 2 hours lab.HPR 1531 Beginning Bowling, 1 cr.Students will participate in techniques thatinclude lecture and practice in beginningbowling. This course is designed to emphasizethe beginning level skills to include approach,release, and follow through skills. Rules, gameetiquette, safety, scoring, and competitive activitiesare included. Fee required. 2 hours lab.HPR 1532 SCUBA Diving I, 2 cr.Students will participate in techniques that includelecture and practice in SCUBA. This courseprovides training in basic use of Self-ContainedUnderwater Breathing Apparatus (SCUBA).Lecture in proper use and care of equipment,training in the use of no-decompression divingtables, computerized diving technologyand dive planning are explored. Completionof specialized skill training in confined andopen water settings will culminate in an OpenWater SCUBA diver certification. Additionalfees apply. 2 hours lecture and lab.HPR 1541 Weight Training II, 1 cr.Students will participate in techniques thatinclude lecture and practice in weight training.Muscular strength, endurance and flexibilityare improved through a variety of conditioningactivities. 2 hours lab.HPR 1541 Intermediate Bowling, 1 cr.Students will participate in techniques thatinclude lecture and practice in bowling. Thiscourse is a continuation of Beginning Bowlingand emphasizes the refinement of basic skillsand specialty shots. Competitive activities areincluded. Fee required. 2 hours lab.HPR 1551 Water Aerobics, 1 cr.This lecture and practice in water aerobics. Thisprogram, designed for the student who enjoysthe water, is suitable for the non-swimmer aswell as the swimmer. Movements are performedin the pool to work the major musclegroups and to work on flexibility. Swimsuit andfee required. 2 hours lab.HPR 1551 Jogging/Fitness Walking I, 1 cr.Instruction and practice of basic principles offitness and conditioning through a variety ofexercise and activities in jogging and fitnesswalking are covered. This course is designed for129

Course Descriptions: Wellness and FitnessCourse Descriptions: Automotive Technologybeginners and provides instruction in settingup individual programs, techniques in trainingand distance training. 2 hours lab.HPR 1561 Hydro-Fit (Deep Water Aerobics),1 cr.This is a lecture and practice in deep wateraerobics. This program is designed for the individualwho enjoys being in the water and wantsa vigorous deep-water workout. Movementsare performed in the water using the hydro-fitequipment. Prerequisite: Must demonstrateswimming proficiency as prescribed by instructor.Swimsuit and fee required. 2 hours lab.HPR 1561 Jogging/Fitness Walking II 1 cr.Instruction and practice of basic principles offitness and conditioning through a variety ofexercise and activities in jogging and fitnesswalking are covered. This course is designedfor intermediate through advanced joggers/walkers and provides instruction in setting upindividual programs, techniques in training anddistance training. 2 hours lab.HPR 1561 Fitness Conditioning Trainingin Body Sculpting and Fitness/Conditioning/Strength andToning, 1 cr.Students will participate in techniques thatinclude practice of basic principles of fitnessand conditioning through a variety of exercisesand activities Emphasis is placed on muscularstrength and endurance activities and flexibilityactivities. Skill acquisition and propertechnique for each movement is stressed aswell as safe versus unsafe exercises. 2 hours lab.HPR 1593 Health Concepts of PhysicalEducation, 3 cr.This course is designed to help studentsdevelop an understanding of physical fitnessand nutrition as they contribute to a healthylifestyle and a reduced risk of disease. The studentwill better understand wellness conceptsand engage in assessments with emphasis onpersonal fitness, disease prevention, nutrition,and weight control. 3 hours lecture.HPR 1711 Sports Appreciation, 1 cr.This course is designed to develop spectatorawareness and appreciation of the major sportsin our society. Material will include a brief historyof sport, rules, equipment, and etiquetteassociated with the sport. 1 hour lecture.HPR 1751 Nutrition and Wellness I,1 cr.This is a survey course designed to expose thestudent to the importance and significance ofnutrition in health and physical education andthe various aspects of wellness. 1 hour lecture.HPR 1761 Nutrition and Wellness II,1 cr.This survey course is designed to challengethe student to apply and experience changesthrough nutrition and the various aspects ofwellness. 1 hour lecture.HPR 2111 Swimming III, 1 cr.This course is designed to give students amodern concept of physical education and recreationby developing body skills in swimming.Students participate in conditioning swimmingand skills instruction. Prerequisite: Pass theskills test for Advanced Beginner Swimmer.Swimsuit and fee required. 2 hours lab.HPR 2121 Swimming IV, 1 cr.This course is designed to give students amodern concept of physical education andrecreation by developing body skills in swimming.Students participate in conditioningswimming, skill instruction, and refinement ofstroke techniques. Prerequisite: Pass the skillstest for Intermediate Swimmer. Swimsuit andfee required. 2 hours lab.HPR 2131 Varsity Sports III, 1 cr.Students receive credit for the third semesterof participation in the following varsity sports:baseball, basketball, cheerleading, golf, soccer,softball, and tennis.HPR 2141 Varsity Sports IV, 1 cr.Students receive credit for the fourth semesterof participation in the following varsity sports:baseball, basketball, cheerleading, golf, soccer,softball, and tennis.HPR 2213 First Aid and CPR, 3 cr.Students receive instruction and practice inmethods prescribed in the American Red Crossor American Heart Association standard andadvanced courses. 3 hours lecture.HPR 2222 Lifeguarding and Water Safety2 cr.This is the American Red Cross Life GuardingCourse with emphasis toward certifying lifeguards for swimming areas. This course isdesigned to teach life skills and knowledgeneeded to prevent and respond to aquaticemergencies. Prerequisites: The student mustbe at least 15 years of age and pass a 300 yardswim test using the front crawl stroke andbreaststroke. Also, they must be able to swim20 yards, retrieve a brick off of the pool bottom,and return 20 yards with the brick. Swimsuitand fee required. 2 hours lecture and lab .HPR 2233 Water Safety Instructor, 3 cr.Techniques of aquatic instruction, includingcommunity water safety and progression swimmingare covered in this class. Prerequisite: Thestudent must be at least 16 years of age andpossess proficient swimming skills to include:front crawl, back crawl, elementary backstrokeand breaststroke. American Red Cross certificationis possible. This class teaches the studentto be a swimming instructor. Swimsuit and feerequired. 3 hour lecture and lab.HPR 2323 Recreational Leadership, 3 cr.This class offers planning and leadershiptechniques for conducting community recreationcenters, playgrounds, parks, and schoolrecreation programs. 3 hours lecture.HPR 2412 Individual and Team SportsOfficiating I, 2 cr.Rules, interpretations, officiating techniques,and tournament organizations for individualand team sports for men and women are explored.Open primarily to physical educationmajors. 2 hours lecture.HPR 2433 Basketball Theory, 3 cr.This is a theoretical study of basketball from anoffensive and defensive standpoint, includingthe study of teaching of the fundamentals andteam organization. 3 hours lecture and lab.HPR 2453 Baseball Theory, 3 cr.This is a theoretical study of baseball methodsfrom a coaching standpoint; study of fundamentalsand team play; methods of teachingfundamentals; team organization. 3 hourslecture and lab.HPR 2511 Team Sports III, 1 cr.Students will receive credit for participationduring their third semester in the rules, techniquesand participation of sports conditioningfor baseball, softball, soccer, golf, basketball,tennis and cheerleading.HPR 2521 Team Sports IV, 1 cr.Students will receive credit for participationduring their fourth semester in the rules, techniquesand participation of sports conditioningfor baseball, softball, soccer, golf, basketball,tennis and cheerleading.HPR 2531 Pilates, 1 cr.Students will learn techniques and participationin Pilates. Emphasis is placed on muscularstrength and endurance activities and flexibilityactivities. Skill acquisition and propertechnique for each movement is stressed aswell as safe versus unsafe exercises. 2 hours lab.HPR 2541 Yoga 1 cr.Students will learn techniques and participatein Yoga. Emphasis is placed on muscularstrength and endurance activities and flexibilityactivities. Skill acquisition and propertechnique for each movement is stressed aswell as safe versus unsafe exercises. 2 hours lab.HPR 2551 Step Aerobics, 1 cr.Students will be instructed and will practicebasic principles of fitness and conditioningthrough a variety of exercises and activities.This course emphasizes the developmentof cardiovascular endurance, strength, andflexibility by utilizing choreographed routinesthat combine basic dance patterns, walking,and specific skills for each activity. Studentslearn adaptive impact techniques as a safetyfeature to avoid excessive stress on the joints.Pulse rates are monitored to meet individualneeds. 2 hours lab.HPR 2561 Fitness, Conditioning, Trainingin Cardio, 1 cr.Students will be instructed and will practice130 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogprinciples of fitness and conditioning through avariety of exercises and activities. 2 hours lab.HPR 2723 Prevention and Care ofAthletic Injuries, 3 cr.This class offers theory and practice forprospective athletic trainer or coach in theprevention and care of athletic injuries. 3hours lecture._________________Workforce EducationCoursesAllied Health TechnologyAHT 1113 Medical Vocabulary, 3 cr.This course is designed to give studentsa working knowledge of basic medicalvocabulary. Emphasis is placed on learningprefixes, suffixes, root words and combiningforms of medical vocabulary as related tospecific body systems. Recognition of writtenterminology is also stressed. 3 hours lecture.Automotive TechnologyATV/ATT 1124 Basic Electrical/ElectronicSystems, 4 cr.This is a course designed to provide advanceskills and knowledge related to all componentsof the vehicle electrical system including lights,battery, and charging components. 2 hourslecture, 4 hours lab.ATV/ ATT 1134 Advanced Electrical/Electronic Systems, 4 cr.This course is designed to provide advance skillsand knowledge related to all components ofthe vehicle electrical system including gauges,driver information systems, horn, wiper/wipersystems, and accessories. 2 hours lecture, 4hours lab.ATV/ATT 1213 Brakes, 3 cr.This course provides advanced skills andknowledge related to the repair andmaintenance of brake systems on automobiles.It includes instruction and practice in diagnosisof braking systems problems and the repair ofbrake systems. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.ATV/ATT 1424 Engine Performance I, 4 cr.This course features advanced skills andknowledge related to the maintenance andadjustment of gasoline engines for optimumperformance. In addition, the course ofstudy includes instruction, diagnosis, andcorrection of problems associated withinthese areas. Prerequisite: Basic Electrical/Electronic Systems (ATV/ATT 1124). 2 hourslecture, 4 hours lab.ATV/ATT 1715 Engine Repair, 5 cr.This is a course designed to provide advancedskills and knowledge related to the repair andrebuilding of automotive engines. It includesinstruction and practice in the diagnosis andrepair of engine components including valvetrains, blocks, pistons and connecting rods,crankshafts, and oil pumps. 2 hours lecture,6 hours lab.ATV/ATT 1811 Introduction, Safety, andEmployability Skills, 1 cr.Students will gain knowledge of classroom andlab policies and procedures. Safety practicesand procedures associated with automotiveprogram and automotive industry are covered.1 hour lecture.ATV/ATT 2334 Steering and SuspensionSystems, 4 cr.This course provides advanced skills andknowledge related to the inspection andrepair of steering and suspension systemsof automobiles. It includes instruction andpractice in the diagnosis of steering systemproblems and the repair/replacement ofsteering components. 2 hours lecture, 4 hourslab.ATV/ATT 2434 Engine Performance II, 4 cr.This course features advanced skills andknowledge related to the ignition system,fuel, air induction, and exhaust systems. Itincludes instruction, diagnosis, and correctionof problems associated within these areas. 2hours lecture, 4 hours lab.131

Course Descriptions Broadcast Communication TechnologyCourse Descriptions: Business and Office TechnologyATV 291(1-3) Special Problem inAutomotive Technology, 1-3cr.A course that provides students with anopportunity to utilize skills and knowledgegrained in other Automotive Technologycourse. The instructor and student work closelytogether to select a topic and establish criteriafor completion of the project. Prerequisite:Consent of instructor. 2-6 hours lab.ATT 2923 Supervised Work Experience, 3 cr.This is a cooperative class between industry andeducation designed to integrate the student’stechnical studies with industrial experience.Three semester hours credit based on 45contact hours per credit hour. 135 hours lab.Broadcast CommunicationTechnologyBCT 1813/COM 1511Broadcast Assistantship I, 3 cr.This course is designed to give the studentsupervised work experience in radio and televisionproduction, both in the studio and in thefield. 90 hours lab to be arranged.BCT 1823/COM 1521Broadcast Assistantship II, 3 cr.This course is a continuation of BCT 1813. 90hours lab to be arranged.BCT 2813/COM 2511Broadcast Assistantship III, 3 cr.This course is designed to give the studentsupervised work experience in radio and televisionproduction. Students are expected totake greater responsibility with the focus beingplaced on directing, producing, and leadership.90 hours lab to be arranged.BCT 2823/COM 2521Broadcast Assistantship IV, 3 cr.This course is a continuation of BCT 2813. 90hours lab to be arranged.MDT 1214/COM 2463Broadcast Writing, 4 cr.Principles of broadcast writing to include scriptsfor television and radio news, commercials, andprograms. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.MDT 1244/COM 2483Principles of MassCommunication, 4cr.Introduction to the field of radio/televisionbroadcasting and the history of mass media.Emphasis is placed on the role of communicationsystems in our society. Job characteristicsand opportunities are also emphasized. 4hours lecture.MDT 1314Fundamentals of TelevisionProduction, 4cr.This is an introduction to the operation of atelevision studio. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.MDT 1413Principles of AudioProduction, 3cr.Operations of audio taping as well as actualproduction are explored. A discussion of thedifferent types of equipment used in audioproduction will also be emphasized. 2 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.MDT 1423/COM 1443Advanced Audio Production, 3cr.This is a continuation of Principles of AudioProduction with further study in the developmentof and the use of equipment in audioproduction with emphasis placed on actualprojects. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.MDT 2114/COM 1433Broadcast Announcing, 4cr.Introduction to the basic principles of broadcastannouncing. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.MDT 2314Intermediate TelevisionProduction, 4cr.Operations of a television control room areexplored. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab.MDT 2324/COM 1463 Advanced Television Production, 4cr.Operations of original television productions.Directions, productions. Layouts, andorganization will be stressed. 2 hours lecture,4 hours lab.MDT 2414Basic Editing, 4cr.Student’s basic projects are emphasized andinclude basic principles, procedures, andtechniques of audio and video editing. 2 hourslecture, 4 hours lab.MDT 2424Advanced Editing, 4cr.This is a continuation of Basic Editing withemphasis placed on the development anduse of the broadcasting industry editing standards.Student’s projects are emphasized andinclude advanced principles, procedures, andtechniques of audio and video editing. 2 hourslecture, 4 hours lab.Business and OfficeTechnologyBOT 1013Introduction to Keyboarding,3 cr.The computer is used to teach students basickeyboarding (typewriting) skills. The locationof keys is taught using computer software.Speed and accuracy are stressed with a minimumspeed goal of 30 words per minute forfive minutes with no more than five errors. 2hours lecture, 2 hours lab.BOT 1111Business and Office TechnologySeminar I, 1 cr.Emphasis is placed on developing skills in leadershipabilities through participation in school,community/civic and professional activities. 1hour lecture.BOT 1113Document Formatting andProduction, 3 cr.This course focuses on improving keyboardingtechniques using the touch method and onproduction of documents using word processingfunctions. Prerequisite: Prior to enrollmentin this course, students will be required to keystraight-copy material at a minimum of 35GWPM on a 5-minute timed writing, with amaximum of one error per minute OR successfullycomplete Introduction to Keyboarding(BOT 1013). 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.BOT 1123Keyboard Skillbuilding, 3 cr.This course further develops keyboard techniquesemphasizing speed and accuracy.Prerequisite: BOT 1113 Document Formattingand Production. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.132 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogBOT 1133Microcomputer Applications,3 cr.This course will introduce an operatingsystem and word processing, spreadsheet,database management, and presentationsoftware applications. Prerequisite: BOT1013 Introduction to Keyboarding or consentof instructor. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.BOT 1143Word Processing, 3 cr.This course focuses on production of documentsusing word processing functions.Production with accuracy is stressed andpractice is given through a variety of documentsfor skill building. Prerequisites: BOT1113 Document Formatting and Productionand BOT 1133 Microcomputer Applications,or by consent of instructor. 2 hours lecture, 2hours lab.BOT 1213Personal and ProfessionalDevelopment, 3 cr.This course emphasizes an awareness ofinterpersonal skills essential for job success.3 hours lecture.BOT 1221Business and Office TechnologySeminar II, 1 cr.This course is a continuation of BOT 1111. 1hour lecture.BOT 1313Applied Business Math, 3 cr.This course is designed to provide a soundworking knowledge of the math necessaryfor the intelligent handling of many aspectsof modern finance, which students need inprivate life or in business. After successfulcompletion of this course, students will beable to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication,division, decimals, percentages,discounts, commissions, depreciation, payrollrecords, income tax and interest. Evaluationconsists of applied testing and assignments.Ten-key touch method on the electronic desktopcalculators is stressed. 3 hours lecture.BOT 1413Records Management, 3 cr.This course focuses on the systems approach tomanaging recorded information in any form.Emphasis is placed on the three categories intowhich records generally fall and the treatmentof these categories in proper management,storage, and retrieval. 3 hours lecture.BOT 1433Business Accounting, 3 cr.This course is designed to develop an understandingof analyzing, recording, classifying,and summarizing financial information of asole proprietorship with insight into interpretingand reporting the resulting effects upon thebusiness. 3 hours lecture.BOT 1513Machine Transcription, 3 cr.This course is designed to teach transcriptionof a wide variety of business communicationsfrom machine dictation. 2 hours lecture, 2hours lab.BOT 1613 Medical Office Terminology I,3 cr.This course is a study of medical languagerelating to the various body systems includingdiseases, procedures, clinical specialties, andabbreviations. In addition to term definitions,emphasis is placed on correct spelling andpronunciation. 3 hours lecture.BOT 1623Medical Office Terminology II,3 cr.This course presents medical terminologypertaining to human anatomy in the context ofbody systems. The emphasis is directed towardmedical terminology as it relates to MedicalOffice Technology. Prerequisites: BOT 1613Medical Office Terminology I. 3 hours lecture.BOT 1713Mechanics of Communication,3 cr.This course is designed to develop the basicEnglish competencies necessary for successin the business world. A study of the parts ofspeech, sentence structure, sentence types,capitalization, punctuation, and spelling isemphasized. 3 hours lecture.BOT 1813Electronic Spreadsheet, 3 cr.This course focuses on applications of theelectronic spreadsheet as an aid to managementdecision making. Prerequisites:BOT 1313 Business Math and BOT 1133Microcomputer Applications or by consent ofinstructor. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.BOT 2111Business and Office TechnologySeminar III, 1 cr.This course is a continuation of BOT 1121. 1hour lecture.BOT 2121Business and Office TechnologySeminar IV, 1 cr.This course is a continuation of BOT 2111. 1hour lecture.BOT 2133Desktop Publishing, 3 cr.This course will present graphic design techniques,principles of page layout and design,and electronic publishing terminology andapplications to create a variety of documentssuch as flyers, brochures, newsletters, andbusiness cards using advanced features of wordprocessing software. Prerequisite: BOT 1143Word Processing or consent of instructor. 2hours lecture, 2 hours lab.BOT 2323Database Management, 3 cr.This course helps students apply databaseconcepts for designing and manipulatingdata files and formatting output as complexdocuments and reports. Prerequisite: BOT 1133Microcomputer Applications or by consent ofinstructor. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.BOT 2413Computerized Accounting, 3 cr.Students study the major areas of a computerizedaccounting system: general ledger,accounts receivable, accounts payable, payrolland depreciation. Prerequisite: ACC 1213Principles of Accounting or BOT 1433 BusinessAccounting. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.BOT 2523 Medical Machine Transcription I,3 cr.This course is designed to teach transcriptionof various medical documents. Prerequisites:BOT 1113 Document Formatting and Production,BOT 1613 Medical Office Terminology I,and BOT 1623 Medical Office Terminology II.2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.133

Course Descriptions: Construction TradesCourse Descriptions: Early Childhood Education TechnologyBOT 2533Medical MachineTranscription II, 3 cr.This course is designed to continue teachingtranscription of various medical documentsincluding dictation given by doctors withforeign accents and additional medical specialties.Prerequisite: BOT 2523 Medical MachineTranscription I. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.BOT 2643CPT Coding, 3 cr.This course is an introduction to the field of outpatientprocedural coding and requirementsfor insurance reimbursement. Prerequisite:BOT 1613 Medical Office Terminology I, BOT1623 Medical Office Terminology II, or consentof instructor. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.BOT 2653ICD Coding, 3 cr.This course is an introduction to the field ofdiagnostic and inpatient procedural coding.Prerequisite: BOT 1613 Medical Office TerminologyI, BOT 1623 Medical Office TerminologyII, or consent of instructor. 2 hours lecture, 2hours lab.BOT 2673Medical Insurance Billing, 3 cr.This course is a culmination of skills and knowledgeof appropriate procedures for generating,processing, and submitting health insuranceclaims to private and governmental healthinsurance programs. Prerequisites: BOT 2643CPT Coding and BOT 2653 ICD Coding. 2 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.BOT 2743Medical Office Concepts, 3 cr.This course provides coverage and integrationof medical office skills and issues usingknowledge of medical terminology. Problemsolving is emphasized. Prerequisites: BOT 1113Document Formatting and Production. 2 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.BOT 2753Medical InformationManagement, 3 cr.This course will provide coverage of medicaloffice practices using software simulation. 2hours lecture, 2 hours lab.BOT 2813Business Communication, 3 cr.This course develops communication skillswith emphasis on principles of writingbusiness correspondence and reports andpreparing presentations. 3 hours lecture.BOT 2823Communication Technology,3 cr.This course presents an overview of the resourcesavailable for communications usingcurrent technology. Prerequisite: BOT 1143Word Processing or by consent of instructor. 2hours lecture, 2 hours lab.BOT 2833Integrated ComputerApplications, 3 cr.This advanced course integrates activitiesusing the enhanced features of applicationsoftware including word processing, database,spreadsheet, graphics, and multimedia.Prerequisites: BOT 1143 Word Processing,BOT 2323 Database Management, and BOT1813 Electronic Spreadsheet or by consent ofinstructor. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.BOT 2913Supervised Work ExperienceThis course provides related on-the-job trainingin an office environment. This training mustinclude at least 135 clock hours. Prerequisite:Successful completion of at least 30 semesterhours in the program and consent of theinstructor. 135 hours lab.Construction TradesCAV 1115Foundations, 5 cr.This course includes site selection, site preparation,site layout, building forms and constructionof foundations. 2 hours lecture, 6 hourslab.CAV 1123Forming Applications, 3 cr.This course includes forming theory and installationapplications for concrete form construction.2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.CAV 1132Blueprint Reading, 2 cr.In this course, students learn the elements ofblueprint reading and how to prepare a bill ofmaterials from a set of plans. 2 hours lecture.CAV1235Floor and Wall Framing, 5 cr.This course is designed to give students experiencein floor and wall framing. 3 hours lecture,4 hours lab.CAV 1244Ceiling and Roof Framing, 4 cr.The techniques of cutting and assembly offraming materials based on predeterminedspecifications are covered in this course. 2hours lecture, 4 hours lab.CAV 1317Interior Finishing and CabinetMaking, 7 cr.This course gives students experience in alltypes of interior ceiling, wall covering, trimwork, floor covering and cabinet construction.1 hour lecture, 12 hours lab.CAV 1412Roofing, 2 cr.Basic roof techniques including material selection,styles, cost estimation, and installationprocedures are discussed in this class. In addition,students learn the different types of roofs,roofing materials and their application. 1 hourlecture, 2 hours lab.CAV 1514Exterior Finishing, 4 cr.Students learn the different types of trims(moldings, cornices and door and windowtrims) in this class. Topics also explored are wallcovering techniques, style, installation andprocedures. 1 hour lecture, 6 hours lab.CAV 1810Cabinetry and Woodworking,0 cr.This course is designed to teach the studentsabout the many different aspects of cabinetmaking.The students first learn how to handlethe equipment correctly and safely. They learnhow to plan a project including what materialsto use. They then learn the “A to Z” of cabinetmaking (from construction of fronts to installation).This course does not satisfy degree orprogram requirements.CAV 1910Seminar I for ConstructionTrades, 5 cr.This seminar is designed to facilitate activitiesin the Skills USA (VICA) and professional organizations.This course allows students to gatherto accomplish goals and objectives set by cluborganizations. These activities encourage skills,understanding and participation in groupprojects, rapport with peers and communityservice. 1 hour lab.134 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogCAV 1920Seminar II for ConstructionTrades, 5 cr.This course is a continuation of CAV 1910. 1hour lab.DDT 1123Computational Methods forDrafting, 3 cr.This course involves a study of computationalskills required for the development of accuratedesign and drafting methods. 2 hours lecture,2 hours lab.Early ChildhoodEducation TechnologyCDT 1123Competencies in EarlyChildhood, 3 cr.This course is cross-listed with CDT 1113 forstudents wishing to obtain a CDA Credential.This course is an introduction to the professionof early childhood (birth to 8 years) education.It meets the requirements of both CDT1113 and the CDA resource file. Students willparticipate in a laboratory experience, attendlectures, and develop a resource file. 2 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.CDT 1113Early Childhood Profession, 3 cr.This course is an introduction to the professionof early childhood (birth to 8 years) educationand includes types of childcare/educationprograms, theories of child development,assessment, and family/cultural diversity.Students are required to develop observationalskills through laboratory experience. 2 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.CDT 1214Child Development I, 4 cr.This course emphasizes the cognitive physical,emotional, and social developmental milestonesand appropriated caretaking for agesbirth to 3 years. Age and developmentallyappropriate activities are implemented in thelab setting. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.CDT 1224Child Development II, 4 cr.This course continues with the developmentalmilestones and appropriate caretaking forchildren ages 3-8. Age and developmentallyappropriate activities are modeled in the classroomand implemented in the lab settings. 3hours lecture, 2 hours lab.CDT 1314Creative Arts for YoungChildren, 4 cr.This course is designed to model, plan, anddevelop creative music/movement and artexperiences with children birth to 8 years. 4hours lecture.CDT 1343Child Health & Safety, 3 cr.This course emphasizes health/safety concernsand appropriate health/safety practices ina child care setting. First Aid and CPR (agebirth to 8) are included in the course. 3 hourslecture.CDT 1513Nutrition for Young Children,3 cr.This course focuses on healthy food selections,healthy lifestyle choices, and exercise for youngchildren. 3 hours lecture.CDT 1713Language and LiteracyDevelopment for YoungChildren, 3 cr.This course includes the study of oral and writtenlanguage development of young childrenand explores age and developmentally appropriatelanguage and literacy experiences acrossall curriculum areas. 3 hours lecture.CDT 2233Guiding Social and EmotionalBehavior, 3 cr.This course focuses on the identification ofdevelopmental stages and environmental influenceson young children’s behavior. Positiveguidance principles are discussed and practicedto ensure a productive learning environment.3 hours lecture.CDT 2413Atypical Child Development,3 cr.This course focuses on identification, intervention,and management strategies ofworking with children who are developingatypically in a classroom setting. Legal, ethical,educational, and family issues are explored.Prerequisites: CDT 1214 Child Development Iand CDT 1224 Child Development II. 2 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.CDT 2613Methods and Materials, 3 cr.This course emphasizes age/developmentallyappropriate curriculums for children ages birthto 8. Students design theme-centered activitiesfor both indoor and outdoor settings. MississippiPre-K benchmarks are implemented. 3hours lecture.CDT 2714Social Studies, Math andScience for Young Children, 4 cr.This course provides instructional and handsontechniques in planning activities for socialstudies, math, and science for young children.4 hours lecture.CDT 2813Administration of Programs forYoung Children, 3 cr.This course provides an overview of the developmentand administration of programs foryoung children. Emphasis is placed on evaluationof policies and procedures, organizationalstructure, and management of early childhoodeducation centers. Prerequisite: First threesemesters of core courses. 3 hours lecture.CDT 2916Student Teaching I, 6 cr.This laboratory experience provides opportunitiesto implement experiences plannedin the prerequisites and ensures a balance ofall curriculum areas. Prerequisites: CDT 1314Creative Arts for Young Children, CDT 1713Language and Literacy Development for YoungChildren; CDT 1343 Child Health and Safety,CDT 1214 Child Development I, and CDT 1224Child Development II. Co-requisite: CDT 1513Nutrition for Young Children. 12 hours lab.CDT 2926Student Teaching II, 6 cr.This course is a continuation of Student TeachingI which allows advanced early childhoodeducation students to implement knowledgeand experience in preparing and implementingpositive learning experiences for youngchildren in all curriculum areas. Prerequisites:135

Course Descriptions: Commercial Truck DrivingCourse Descriptions: Dental AssistingCDT 1314 Creative Arts for Young Children, CDT2233 Guiding Social and Emotional Behavior,CDT 2613 Methods and Materials, CDT 2714 SocialStudies, Math, Science for Young Children,CDT 1214 Child Development I, CDT 1224 ChildDevelopment II, and CDT 2916 Student TeachingI. Co-requisite: CDT 2813 Administrationof Programs for Young Children. 12 hours lab.Commercial TruckDrivingDTV 1116Commercial Truck Driving I, 6 cr.This course covers fundamental instruction onsafety, rules and regulations, driving practices,air brakes, hazardous materials, and emergencies.It also includes instruction and practicein performing vehicle inspections, couplingand uncoupling, maneuvering, backing, anddriving a tractor-trailer truck under varyingroad and climate conditions. 1 hour lecture,10 hours lab.DTV 1126Commercial Truck Driving II,6 cr.A continuation of Commercial Truck DrivingI with additional instruction on safety, rulesand regulations, driving practices, air brakes,hazardous materials, and emergencies. It alsoincludes instruction and practice in performingvehicle inspections, coupling and uncoupling,maneuvering, backing, and driving a tractortrailertruck under varying road and climateconditions. 1 hour lecture, 10 hours lab.DTV 1137Commercial Truck DrivingInternship, 7 cr.Under the supervision of a company trainer,this course will enable the student to applythe training he/she received at Meridian CommunityCollege with the trucking company ofhis/her choice. The successful completion ofthis course will enable the student to driveindependently with minimum supervision withthe company of his/her choice. 336 hours lab.Computer ServicingTechnologyCST 2113Computer Servicing Lab, 3 cr.This course is designed to introduce the studentto the fundamentals of computer servicing.Topics covered include configuration, testequipment usage, basic disassembly andassembly methods, preliminary tests and diagnostics,schematic interpretation, and buildingcables. Co-requisite EET 1324 Microprocessors.6 hours lab.CosmetologyCOV 1122Cosmetology Orientation, 2 cr.This course will cover the history, career opportunities,life skills, professional image,Mississippi Cosmetology laws, rules andregulations and communicating for successin the cosmetology industry. Included areclassroom theory and lab practice as governedby Mississippi cosmetology laws, rules, andregulations involved in cosmetology practicesand safety precautions associated with each.2 hours lecture.COV 1245Cosmetology Sciences I, 5 cr.This course consists of the study of bacteriology,sterilization, and sanitation. Included areclassroom theory and lab practice as governedby Mississippi cosmetology laws, rules, andregulations involved in cosmetology practicesand safety precautions associated with each.3 hours lecture, 6 hours lab.COV 1255Cosmetology Sciences II, 5 cr.This course consists of the study of anatomyand physiology. Included are classroomtheory and lab practice as governed by Mississippicosmetology laws, rules, and regulationsinvolved in cosmetology practices and safetyprecautions associated with each. 3 hourslecture, 6 hours lab.COV 1263Cosmetology Sciences III, 3 cr.This course consists of the application anddemonstration of chemistry and electricity.Included are classroom theory and lab practiceas governed by Mississippi cosmetology laws,rules, and regulations involved in cosmetologypractices and safety precautions associatedwith each. 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab.COV 1522Nail Care I, 2 cr.This course consists of basic nail care services includingnail structures and growth, manicuringand pedicuring, and advanced nail technology.Included are classroom theory and lab practiceas governed by Mississippi cosmetology laws,rules, and regulations involved in cosmetologypractices and safety precautions associatedwith each. 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab.COV 1532Nail Care II, 2 cr.This course consists of basic nail care services includingnail structure and growth, manicuringand pedicuring, and advanced nail techniques.Included are classroom theory and lab practiceas governed by Mississippi cosmetology laws,rules, and regulations involved in cosmetologypractices and safety precautions associatedwith each. 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab.COV 1542Nail Care III, 2 cr.This course consists of basic nail care servicesincluding nail structure and growth, manicuringand pedicuring, and advanced nail techniques.Included are classroom theory and labpractice as governed by Mississippi cosmetologylaws, rules, and regulations involved incosmetology practices and safety precautionsassociated with each. 6 hours lab.COV 1622Skin Care I, 2 cr.This course consists of basic skin care servicesincluding anatomy of skin, disorders of skin,hair removal, facials, and facial makeup. Includedare classroom theory and lab practiceas governed by Mississippi cosmetology laws,rules, and regulations involved in cosmetologypractices and safety precautions associatedwith each. 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab.COV 1632Skin Care II, 2 cr.This course consists of basic skin care servicesincluding anatomy of skin, disorders of skin,hair removal, facials, and facial makeup. Includedare classroom theory and lab practiceas governed by Mississippi cosmetology laws,rules, and regulations involved in cosmetologypractices and safety precautions associatedwith each. 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab.136 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogCOV 1642Skin Care III, 2 cr.This course consists of basic skin care servicesincluding anatomy of skin, disorders of skin,hair removal, facials, and facial makeup. Includedare classroom theory and lab practiceas governed by Mississippi cosmetology laws,rules, and regulations involved in cosmetologypractices and safety precautions associatedwith each. 6 hours lab.COV 1722Salon Business I, 2 cr.This course will cover preparing to operatea successful salon. Included are classroomtheory and lab practice as governed by Mississippicosmetology laws, rules, and regulationsinvolved in cosmetology practices and safetyprecautions associated with each. 1 hour lecture,3 hours labCOV 1732Salon Business II, 2 cr.This course will cover preparing to operatea successful salon. Included are classroomtheory and lab practice as governed by Mississippicosmetology laws, rules, and regulationsinvolved in cosmetology practices and safetyprecautions associated with each. 1 hour lecture,3 hours lab.COV 1426Hair Care I, 6 cr.This course consists of the study of propertiesof the hair and scalp; principles of hair design;shampooing, rinsing, and conditioning haircutting;hairstyling; braiding and braid extensions;wigs and hair enhancements; chemical textureservices; and hair coloring. Included areclassroom theory and lab practice as governedby Mississippi cosmetology laws, rules, andregulations involved in cosmetology practicesand safety precautions associated with each.2 hours lecture, 12 hours lab.COV 1436Hair Care II, 6 cr.This course consists of the study of propertiesof the hair and scalp; principles of hair design;shampooing, rinsing, and conditioning haircutting;hairstyling; braiding and braid extensions;wigs and hair enhancements; chemicaltexture services; and hair coloring. Included areclassroom theory and lab practice as governedby Mississippi cosmetology laws, rules, andregulations involved in cosmetology practicesand safety precautions associated with each.2 hours lecture, 12 hours lab.COV 1443Hair Care III, 3 cr.This course consists of the study of propertiesof the hair and scalp; principles of hair design;shampooing, rinsing, and conditioning haircutting;hairstyling; braiding and braid extensions;wigs and hair enhancements; chemical textureservices; and hair coloring. Included areclassroom theory and lab practice as governedby Mississippi cosmetology laws, rules, andregulations involved in cosmetology practicesand safety precautions associated with each.9 hours lab.COV 2816 Cosmetology TeacherTraining I, 6 cr.This course covers developing appropriatecommunication skills, effective use of visualaids, identification of various teaching styles,and practical application of cosmetology instruction.3 hours lecture, 9 hours lab.COV 2826Cosmetology TeacherTraining II, 6 cr.This course covers developing of instructionalmethods, development of visual aids, developmentof effective evaluation, and practicalapplication of cosmetology instruction. 3 hourslecture, 9 hours lab.COV 2836Cosmetology TeacherTraining III, 6 cr.This course covers developing appropriate lessonplans and practical application of cosmetologyinstruction. 3 hours lecture, 9 hours lab.COV 2846Cosmetology TeacherTraining IV, 6 cr.This course covers classroom managementtechniques; cosmetology law, rules, and regulations;and practical application of cosmetologyinstruction. 3 hours lecture, 9 hours lab.Dental AssistingDAT 1111 Dental Orientation, 1 cr.This course introduces the development, function,status, and organization of the dentalprofession; and the professional, legal, andethical responsibilities of the dental assistant.Terminology emphasizing prefixes, suffixes,roots, abbreviations, spelling, and definitionsof medical and dental terms are covered. 1hour lecture.DAT 1214 Dental Assisting Materials, 4 cr.Dental safety precautions are emphasized inthis course. Students make a comprehensivestudy of the physical and chemical propertiesof dental materials. Lab sessions include measuring,manipulating, and preparing dentalmaterials for use in the dental operatory anddental laboratory. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab.DAT 1313Dental Science I, 3 cr.Topics covered include physiology, anatomy,and morphology as related to the oral cavity.Content is organized to include a study of thebody systems, the anatomy of the head andneck, and the form of each of the 32 teeth. 2hours lecture, 2 hours lab.DAT 1323Dental Science II, 3 cr.Topics covered include embryology, pharmacology,microbiology, and pathology as relatedto dentistry. Content is organized to give thestudent basic information required for effectivedental assisting. 3 hours lecture.DAT 1415Chairside Assisting I, 5 cr.This course is a comprehensive study of informationrelating to assisting at the dentalchair. Laboratory sessions include all phasesof chairside assisting from seating the patientto postoperative care in the treatment room.2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab.DAT 1423Chairside Assisting II, 3 cr.A continuation of the study of information relatedto assisting at the dental chair, this courseemphasizes techniques utilized in performingall dental procedures at the chair. Specialconsideration is given to assisting in the dentalspecialties. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.137

Course Descriptions: Drafting and Design TechnologyCourse Descriptions: Dental HygieneDAT 1433Chairside Assisting III, 3 cr.This course is a continuation of Chairside AssistingII. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.DAT 1514Dental Radiology I, 4 cr.Principles and safety precautions in dentalradiology are studied in this course. Laboratorysessions include positioning, exposing, processing,and mounting bite-wing, occlusal, andperiapical dental radiographs on a manikin. 3hours lecture, 2 hours lab.DAT 1522Dental Radiology II, 2 cr.This course is a continuation of Dental RadiologyI. Emphasis is placed on clinical competencein exposing periapical radiographs. 4hours lab.DAT 1612Dental Health Education, 2 cr.A study of the nutritional needs of the body,this course emphasizes nutritional requirementsfor maintaining good oral hygiene. Thisis a comprehensive study of the dental assistant’sresponsibilities in patient education asrelated to good oral health. 2 hours lecture.DAT 1714Practice Management, 4 cr.This course is a comprehensive study of thedental office business procedures. Topics coveredinclude patient contact, patient records,insurance, financial records, telephone usage,office management, basic skills in psychology,and professional ethics. 3 hours lecture,2 hours lab.DAT 1815Clinical Experience I, 5 cr.This is a supervised clinical experience in anauthorized dental clinic. 1 hour lecture, 12hours clinical.DAT 1822Clinical Experience II, 2 cr.This is a continuation of supervised clinicalexperience in an authorized dental clinic. 6hours clinical.DAT 1911Dental Seminar I, 1 cr.This course presents the opportunity for groupassembly on a regular basis to work towardachievement of course objectives. Leadershipskills and understanding of group dynamics,community service, interaction with otherhealth education students, the practice of readingand interpreting professional literatureare all outcomes of this course. Student andpatient safety will also be discussed. 1 hourlecture.DAT 1921Dental Seminar II, 1 cr.This course is a continuation of DAT 1911.1 hour lecture.Drafting and DesignTechnologyDDT 1113Fundamentals of Drafting, 3 cr.This course is designed to give students thebackground needed for all other draftingcourses. Emphasis is placed on maintainingcorrect techniques while developing speedand visualization skills. Both lecture and lab arerequired. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.DDT 1123Computational Methodsfor Drafting, 3 cr.This course involves a study of computationalskills required for the development of accuratedesign and drafting methods. 2 hours lecture,2 hours lab.DDT 1133Machine Drafting I, 3 cr.Students learn methods, techniques andprocedures in presenting screws, bolts, rivets,springs, thread types, symbols for welding,materials, finish and heat treatment notation,working order preparation, routing and otherdrafting room procedures in this course. Prerequisite:DDT 1114 Fundamentals of Draftingand DDT 1313 Principles of CAD. Lecture andlab are required. 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab.DDT 1213Construction Materials, 3 cr.This is a course designed to familiarize studentswith the physical properties of the materialsgenerally used in the erection of structures,including a brief description of their manufacture.2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.DDT 1313Principles of CAD, 3 cr.In this course, students use the CAD machineto design and draw various problems in thearchitectural, mechanical and civil drawingareas. Emphasis is placed on the operationsof the CAD system to solve these problems.Lecture and lab are required. 2 hours lecture,2 hours lab.DDT 1323Intermediate CAD, 3 cr.This course is designed as a continuation ofPrinciples of CAD. Subject areas include plotting,dimensioning, section views, symbolsand pictorials. Lecture and lab are required.Prerequisite: DDT 1313 Principles of CAD. 2hours lecture, 2 hours lab.DDT 1413Elementary Surveying, 3 cr.Students learn the basics of surveying dealingwith principles of geometry, theory and use ofinstruments, mathematical calculations andthe control and reduction of errors. Both lectureand lab are required. Prerequisite: DDT 1123Computational Methods for Drafting. 1 hourlecture, 4 hours lab.DDT 1613Architectural Design I, 3 cr.This course covers the presentation and applicationof architectural drafting room standardsas well as the study of architectural design of aresidential structure. Both lecture and lab arerequired. Prerequisites: DDT 1114 Fundamentalsof Drafting and DDT 1213 ConstructionMaterials. 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab.DDT 1910 Drafting & Design Seminar I,.5 cr.Designed to facilitate activities in the SkillsUSA and professional organizations related toeach student’s career goals, this seminar allowsregular assembly of students to accomplishgoals and objectives set by the Skills USA Cluband related organizations. These activitiesencourage leadership skills, understandingand participation in group projects, rapportwith peers, community service. Meets one houreach week. 1 hour lab.DDT 1920Drafting & Design Seminar II,.5 cr.This course is a continuation of DDT 1910.Meets one hour each week. 1 hour lab.DDT 1930Drafting & Design Seminar III,.5 cr.This course is a continuation of DDT 1920.Meets one hour each week. 1 hour lab.138 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogDDT 1940Drafting & Design Seminar IV,.5 cr.This course is a continuation of DDT 1930.Meets one hour each week. 1 hour lab.DDT 2233Structural Drafting, 3 cr.Structural section, terms and conventional abbreviationsand symbols used by structural fabricatorsand erectors are studied. Knowledgeis gained in the use of the A.I.S.C. Handbook.Problems are studied that involve structuraldesigning and drawing of beams, columns,connections, trusses and bracing. Both lectureand lab are required. Prerequisite: DDT 2343Advanced CAD and DDT 1613 ArchitecturalDrafting. 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab.DDT 2253Statics and Strength of Materials,3 cr.This course is a study of forces acting on bodies;moments of forces; stress of materials; basicmachine design; beams, columns, and connections.2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.DDT 2343Advanced CAD, 3 cr.This course emphasizes producing drawings.The application of computers to drafting, basiccommand structure, drafting and design menuand associated acronyms are taught. Emphasisis placed on the use of the coordinate systemand 3-D modeling. Both lecture and lab arerequired. Prerequisite: DDT 1323 IntermediateCAD. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.DDT 2623Architectural Design II, 3 cr.This course emphasizes standard proceduresand working drawings. Details involvingarchitectural, mechanical, electrical andstructural drawings are covered, along with thepresentation of drawings and computer-aideddesign assignments. Both lecture and lab arerequired. Prerequisite: DDT 1613 ArchitecturalDrafting. 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab.DDT 2913Special Project, 3 cr.This course emphasizes standard proceduresand working drawings. Details involvingarchitectural, mechanical, electrical andstructural drawings are covered, along with thepresentation of drawings and computer-aideddesign assignments. Both lecture and lab arerequired. Prerequisite: DDT 1613 ArchitecturalDrafting. 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab.DDT 2923Work-Based Learning inDrafting/ Design Technology,3 cr.This course is a cooperative program betweenindustry and education and is designed tointegrate the student’s technical studieswith industrial experience. Students mustwork a minimum of nine hours a week in theexternship. Students can only participate withthe consent of the instructor and must havecompleted at least one semester of advancedcourse work in the drafting program. 6 hourslab.DDT 2423Mapping and Topography, 3 cr.Selected drafting techniques are applied to theproblem of making maps, traverses, plot plans,plan drawings, and profile drawings usingmaps, field survey data, aerial photographs,and related references and materials includingsymbols, notations, and other applicable standardizedmaterials. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.Dental HygieneDHT 1115Fundamentals of Dental Hygiene,5 cr.This is the foundation of clinical dental hygieneprocedures and practice, which preparesstudents for treating patients in the MCCDental Hygiene Clinic. Areas of study includeprevention of disease transmission and aseptictechnique, patient-operator positioning,extra and intraoral examinations, measuringvital signs, dental charting, instrumentation,removal of dental stains, application offluoride, evaluation of patient medical historyand emergency procedures in the dental office.Students practice on mannequins, progress tostudent-on-student instrumentation and passclinical proficiency exams before treating thepublic. 2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab.DHT 1212Dental Anatomy, 2 cr.Students study the morphological characteristicsof teeth with particular emphasis on shape,size, development, function and relationship toeach other. 2 hours lecture.DHT 1222Head and Neck Anatomy, 2 cr.Head and Neck Anatomy is a comprehensivestudy of the skeletal, muscular, vascular andnerve supply to the head and neck apparatuswith particular emphasis on the muscles ofmastication. 2 hours lecture.DHT 1232Oral Histology/Embryology, 2 cr.This course surveys the embryological developmentof the head and neck with particularemphasis on the dental arches, salivary glands,oral mucosa, pharynx and tongue. The histologyof the teeth and oral tissues is also covered.2 hours lecture.DHT 1314Dental Radiology, 4 cr.This course is a study of dental radiology andclinical use. Students learn theory and techniquesof producing radiographs, radiationsafety, processing and mounting films, normalanatomical landmarks and interpretation ofstructures seen in dental radiographs. 3 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.DHT 1416Clinical Dental Hygiene I, 6 cr.Students provide comprehensive dentalhygiene care of patients in the MCC DentalHygiene Clinic under direct supervision. Focusis continued on instrumentation skills andradiography for patients of all ages. Didacticsinclude discussion of personalized patienteducation, dental adjuncts and maintenanceschedule, as well as treatment of patients withspecialized needs (oral cancer, blood disorders,and cardiovascular disease). 2 hours lecture,12 hours clinic.DHT 1513Periodontics, 3 cr.This study includes the supporting structuresof teeth with a comprehensive clinical andtheoretical overview of conditions in goodhealth as well as bacterial diseases of varyingetiology. Clinical application theory is studiedfor the advanced periodontal patient in orderto maintain a healthy and functional dentalapparatus. 3 hours lecture.DHT 1911Dental Hygiene Seminar I, 1 cr.This course is designed to coordinate activities139

Course Descriptions: Emergency Management and Communications TechnologyCourse Descriptions: Emergency Management and Communications Technologywithin the Health Occupational Students ofAmerica and the Student Dental Hygiene Association.This course allows regular assemblyto accomplish the goals and objectives setby both organizations. Activities encourageleadership skills and understanding of groupdynamics, educational enrichment, stimulationof enthusiasm and interest, communityservice and rapport among allied health professionals.Prerequisite: Full-time attendanceof the Dental Hygiene Technology Program. 1hour lecture.DHT 1921Dental Hygiene Seminar II, 1 cr.This course continues coordination activitieswithin the Health Occupational Students ofAmerica and the Student Dental Hygiene Association.Regular assembly helps students toaccomplish the goals and objectives set by bothorganizations. Activities encourage leadershipskills and understanding of group dynamics,educational enrichment, stimulation ofenthusiasm and interest, community serviceand rapport among allied health professionals.Prerequisite: Full time attendance in the DentalHygiene Technology Program. 1 hour lecture.DHT 2233General/Oral Pathology, 3 cr.This course includes the etiology, diagnosis andtreatment of various pathological manifestationsthat may affect the human body withparticular emphasis on lesions that involve theoral cavity. 3 hours lecture.DHT 2425Clinical Dental Hygiene II, 5 cr.Instruction reinforces principles and procedureslearned in Fundamentals, Clinical Hygiene Iand other DHT courses through supervised,comprehensive dental hygiene care. 1 hourlecture, 12 hours clinic.DHT 2436Clinical Dental Hygiene III, 6 cr.This course reinforces principles and procedureslearned in Fundamentals, Clinical DentalHygiene I, Clinical Dental Hygiene II and otherdental hygiene courses through supervised andcomprehensive dental hygiene patient care. 2hours lecture, 12 hours clinic.DHT 2613Dental Materials, 3 cr.Students will study the physical science ofdental materials including the properties andproper manipulation of these materials bythe dentist/dental hygienist. 2 hours lecture,2 hours lab.DHT 2713Dental Pharmacology, 3 cr.An introduction to drug actions and theirmechanism of action when introduced into thehuman body is explored in this class. Specialemphasis is given to drugs used in the moderndental office including emergency procedures.3 hours lecture.DHT 2814Community Dental Health, 4 cr.Preventive dentistry within the community atlocal, state and federal levels is the focus of thiscourse. Epidemiology, assessment, planning,implementation and evaluation of communityprograms are explored with emphasis onfluoridation, sealant placement, home careinstruction, diet and regular dental exams ingroup setting. Students present programs toelementary schools, mental health facilities,convalescent homes, maternal and child carefacilities and other groups within the community.They also extern at several privatedental offices for a broader understanding oftheir role as a dental team member and in thedental community at large. 3 hours lecture, 3hours clinical.DHT 2931Dental Hygiene Seminar III, 1 cr.This course continues coordination activitieswithin the Health Occupational Students ofAmerica and the Student Dental Hygiene Association.Regular assembly allows studentsto accomplish the goals and objectives setby both organizations. Activities encourageleadership skills and understanding of groupdynamics, educational enrichment, stimulationof enthusiasm and interest, communityservice and rapport among allied health professionals.Prerequisite: Full-time attendanceto the Dental Hygiene Technology Program.1 hour lecture.DHT 2941Dental Hygiene Seminar IV, 1 cr.This course continues coordination activitieswithin the Health Occupational Students ofAmerica and the Student Dental Hygiene Association.Time is spent preparing students forthe Dental Hygiene National Board Examination.Activities include mock examinations andcase based practice. Prerequisite: Full-timeattendance in the Dental Hygiene TechnologyProgram. 1 hour lecture.DHT 2922Dental Ethics and Law, 2 cr.Ethical concepts are discussed and researchedin this course based on the American DentalAssociation and the American Dental HygieneAssociation’s Code of Ethics. In addition,students study the basic concepts of the U.S.legal system with detailed emphasis on dentaland dental hygiene regulations by the Stateof Mississippi in preparation for State Boardexamination. 2 hours lecture.Emergency Managementand CommunicationsTechnologyECT 1113Principles of EmergencyManagement, 3 cr.This course provides an overview of thecharacteristics, functions, and resources ofan integrated system and how various emergencymanagement services work togetherto maximize their capabilities. Emphasis willbe placed on how this system is applied to allhazards for all government levels, and acrossthe four phases of a disaster. 3 hours lecture.ECT 1123Fire Service Operations, 3 cr.An orientation to the fire service, this courseexplores department structure and organization,operations and responsibility, and thehistory of the fire service. Also included arechanges that impact how traditional firedepartment services are currently delivered.3 hours lecture.ECT 1213Law Enforcement Operations,3 cr.Line activities of law enforcement organizationsare discussed with emphasis on organizationand management. This course provides aguide to the responsibilities assigned to patrol,traffic, investigation, and other specializedpolice units. 3 hours lecture.140 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogECT 1223Principles of Public SafetyCommunications, 3 cr.This course is a study of the systems used tofacilitate emergency communications betweenthe public, field units, and dispatch centers.Information is centered on the methods usedby telecommunicators to rapidly process,react to and broadcast critical information. 3hours lecture.ECT 1613Mass Casualty IncidentManagement, 3 cr.During a disaster, few things are more taxingon a community’s response resources thanmultiple casualty incidents. This course usescomponents of the Incident Command Systemto coordinate the efforts of triage, treatment,and transport of the sick and injured. Additionalfocus is placed on identifying key incidentfactors that impact the decision-makingprocess. 3 hours lecture.ECT 1813Dynamics of HomelandSecurity, 3 cr.The primary intent of this course involves informationgathering, including the analysis andassessment of local threats and response capabilities.Students will develop procedures forpreparing and responding to terrorist attacks.In addition, the practices for restoring andmaintaining critical government operationsare discussed in this course. 3 hours lecture.ECT 2313Hazardous Materials, 3 cr.Identification and recognition of hazardousmaterials are stressed in this class. Varioustypes and classes of hazardous materialsare discussed as well as various methods oftransportation and storage. 3 hours lecture.ECT 2323Incident Management Systems,3 cr.This course is a study of incident managementsystems used for handling situationsfrom relatively small incidents to the largestdisasters. A variety of methods are discussedwith emphasis placed on the National IncidentManagement System. 3 hours lecture.ECT 2333Emergency Planning, 3 cr.The development of emergency operationplans and the process used to update existingplans that conform to current federal guidelinesis covered in this course. Additional focusis placed on the interaction between publicsafety personnel that occurs during the planningprocess. 3 hours lecture.ECT 2413Emergency PersonnelSupervision, 3 cr.Focusing on supervising and managing personnelinvolved with emergency management,this course provides students with informationon developing effective administrativetechniques. Attention is given to exploring therole of the supervisor, dealing with problemsituations, and issues related to leadership. 3hours lecture.ECT 2423Disaster Response andRecovery, 3 cr.This course discusses the role emergency managershave in responding to situations and theoperations necessary to begin recovery efforts.Emphasis is placed on responsibilities assumedby local, state, and federal government agenciesas well as the associated coordinationrequirements. 3 hours lecture.ECT 2433Public Information andAwareness, 3 cr.This course provides an overview of the basicskills needed to perform the duties of a publicinformation officer (PIO) as the job relates toemergency management. The course focuseson the various methods used to disseminatepublic information during the time surroundingan emergency. 3 hours lecture.ECT 2513Financial Management, 3 cr.Budgeting and financial management arethe primary concerns of this course. Variousmethods of budgeting are discussed as wellas budgetary tracking methods and evaluationprocedures. The application of these methodsis demonstrated at different levels of personnelresponsibility. 3 hours lecture.ECT 2613Hazardous Weather Operation,3 cr.This course provides detailed information onweather-related hazards and the necessarycoordination and communication of warninginformation. Additional focus is giventowards the relationship between forecastersand emergency management when issuingappropriate warnings for such events. 3 hourslecture.ECT 2623Special Problems in EmergencyManagement, 3 cr.(Prerequisite: Consent of program coordinatorand prior or concurrent enrollment in ECTcourses) This course provides selected problemsthat deal with local emergency managementneeds. Students utilize critical thinkingskills and perform the necessary research todevelop effective solutions. 3 hours lecture.ECT 2713Emergency ManagementTechnical Practicum, 3 cr.(Prerequisite: Consent of program coordinatorand prior or concurrent enrollment in ECTcourses) This course allows emergency managementpersonnel to implement knowledgeand experience by functioning in the careerfield. The experience is designed to integratethe student’s academic and technical skillsinto a real-world work environment. 3 hourslecture.ECT 2813Response to Incidents ofTerrorism, 3 cr.This course addresses the special concernsand hazards encountered at incidents resultingfrom acts of terrorism or other criminalintent. Specific issues include responder safety,incident management, and weapons of massdestruction. Additional emphasis is placed ondeveloping working relationships betweenresponse agencies involved with terrorismincidents. 3 hours lecture.ECT 2833Principles of TransportationSecurity, 3 cr.History demonstrates that transportationplays an important role in the outcome of aterrorist attack. Likewise, the various modes141

Course Descriptions: Electronics TechnologyCourse Descriptions: Emergency Medical Science Technologyof commercial transportation provide multiplemethods for the concealment and deliveryof weapons of mass destruction. This coursefocuses on the methods and procedures usedto safeguard our transportation system and thesteps local governments can take to improvethe security of transportation facilities. 3hours lecture.Electronics TechnologyEET 1102Fundamentals of Electronics,2 cr.This course is designed to provide studentswith fundamental skills associated with allelectronics courses. Topics covered includesafety, breadboarding, use of calculator,test equipment familiarization, soldering,electronic symbols, and terminology. 1 hourlecture, 2 hours lab.EET 1114DC Circuits, 4 cr.The principles and theories associated with DCcircuits are a part of the study in this course. Inaddition, students study electrical circuits, lawsand formulas and the use of test equipment toanalyze DC circuits. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab.EET 1123AC Circuits, 3 cr.This course is designed to teach the principlesand theories associated with AC circuits. Thestudy of electrical circuits, laws and formulaeand the use of test equipment to analyzeAC circuits are included. Lecture and lab arerequired. Prerequisite: EET 1114 DC Circuits.Co-requisite: EET 1314 Solid State Devices andCircuits. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.EET 1214Digital Circuits, 4 cr.Students are introduced to number systems,logic circuits, counters, registers, memorydevices, combination logic circuits, Booleanalgebra and a basic computer system in thiscourse. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.EET 1314Solid State Devices and Circuits,4 cr.Active devices, which include PN junctiondiodes, bipolar transistors, bipolar transistorcircuits and unipolar devices, are studied in thiscourse, with emphasis on low frequency applicationand troubleshooting. Co-requisite EET1123 AC Circuits. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab.EET 1324Microprocessors, 4 cr.Students gain the skills and knowledge ofmicroprocessor architecture, machine andassembly language, timing, interfacing andother hardware applications associated withmicroprocessor systems. Prerequisite: EET 1214Digital Circuits. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab.EET 1613Computer Fundamentalsfor Electronics, 3 cr.Students develop a basic understanding ofthe components of microcomputers, theperipherals, the operating system and thebasic microcomputer architecture in this class.Qbasic, DOS, Windows and EWB software areexamined and used during the semester. 2hours lecture, 2 hours lab.EET 1910Electronics Seminar I, .5 cr.This seminar is designed to facilitate activitiesin the Skills USA (VICA) and professionalorganizations related to each student’s careergoals. Regular assembly of students helpsthem to accomplish goals and objectives set byclub organizations. These activities encourageleadership skills, understanding and participationin group projects, rapport with peers andcommunity service. 1 hour lab.EET 1920Electronics Seminar II, .5 cr.This course is a continuation of EET 1910. 1hour lab.EET 1930Electronics Seminar III, .5 cr.This course is a continuation of EET 1920. 1hour lab.EET 1940Electronics Seminar IV, .5 cr.This course is a continuation of EET 1930. 1hour lab.EET 2334Linear Integrated Circuits, 4 cr.Students gain the skills and knowledge associatedwith advanced semiconductor devices andlinear integrated circuits in this course. Emphasisis placed on linear integrated circuits usedwith operational amplifiers, active filter, voltageregulators, timers and phase-locked loops.Prerequisite: EET 1314 Solid State Devices andCircuits. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab.EET 2414Electronic Communications,4 cr.This course provides students with the conceptsand skills related to analog and digitalcommunications. Topics covered includeamplitude and frequency modulation, transmission,reception, data transmission formatsand codes, RS-232 interface and modulationdemodulationof digital communication. Prerequisite:EET 1324 Microprocessors. 2 hourslecture, 4 hours lab.EET 2423Fundamentals of Fiber Optics,3 cr.This course is designed to introduce the studentto concepts associated with sending informationvia light wave frequencies over fiber opticcables. The basic principles of light waves andlight particles are study plus concepts of LASERare introduced. Prerequisite: EET 1314 SolidState Devices and Circuits. 2 hours lecture, 2hours lab.EET 2514Interfacing Techniques, 4 cr.Students study data acquisition devices andsystems including their interface to microprocessorsand other control systems. Lectureand lab are required. Prerequisite: EET 1324,Microprocessors. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab.EET 2913Special Project, 3 cr.This course is designed to provide practicalapplication of skills and knowledge gained inother electronics or electronics-related technicalcourses. Prerequisite: All first year classes.6 hours lab.EET 2923Supervised Work Experience,3 cr.This course features a cooperative programbetween industry and education and isdesigned to integrate technical studies withindustrial experience. Through an evaluationwith the employer and weekly written reports,a student’s technical skills and progress areevaluated. Prerequisite:All first year classes.6 hours lab.142 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogELT 2613Programmable Logic Controllers,3 cr.This course provides instruction and practicein the use of programmable logic controllers(PLC’s) in modern industrial settings. Studentslearn about the operating principles of PLC’sand practice in the programming, installationand maintenance of PLC’s. Lecture and labare required. Prerequisite: EET 1214. 2 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.CST 2113Computer Servicing Lab, 3 cr.This course is designed to introduce the studentto the fundamentals of computer servicing.Topics covered include configuration, testequipment usage, basic disassembly andassembly methods, preliminary tests and diagnostics,schematic interpretation, and buildingcables. Co-requisite EET 1324 Microprocessors.6 hours lab.Emergency MedicalScience TechnologyEMS 1118Emergency Medical Technician,8 cr.This course focuses on the fundamental responsibilitiesof the EMT during each phase ofan emergency medical incident. These includeconducting patient assessments, evaluatingemergency medical conditions, providingproper care and treatment, and facilitating thesafe transportation of patients by ambulance.1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab, 3 hours clinical.EMS 1122Introduction to EMS Systems,2 cr.This course introduces the student to theEmergency Medical Services (EMS) systems,roles, and responsibilities of the paramedic,well-being of the paramedic, illness and injuryprevention, medical/legal issues, ethical issues,therapeutic communications, and life spandevelopment. 1 hour lecture and 2 hours lab.EMS 1314Airway: Management,Respiration, and Oxygenation,4 cr.This course will provide the student with theessential knowledge to attain an airway andmanage the respiratory system using advancedtechniques. This course was previously taughtas Airway Management and Ventilation (EMT1315). 1 hour lecture and 6 hours lab.EMS 1414Patient Assessment, 4 cr.This course will teach comprehensive historytaking and physical exam techniques. 1 hourlecture and 6 hours lab.EMS 1422EMS Special PatientPopulations, 2 cr.This course will provide a comprehensiveoverview of providing care for the patientwith special needs. This course was previouslytaught as Special Considerations (EMT 1423).1 hour lecture and 2 hours lab.EMS 1513EMS Practicum I, 3 cr.This course will provide clinical training on theskills and knowledge obtained in the classroom.This will be a supervised activity carriedout in the clinical and field setting at approvedsites. This course was formerly taught as ClinicalInternship I (EMT 1513). 9 hours clinical.EMS 1525EMS Practicum II, 5 cr.This course will provide clinical and field trainingon the skills and knowledge obtained inclassroom. This will be a supervised activitycarried out in the clinical and field setting atapproved site. This course was previouslytaught as EMS Clinical Internship II and nowincorporates EMS Field Internship I (EMT 2552).9 hours clinical and 6 hours field clinical.EMS1614Pharmacology, 4 cr.This course will teach comprehensive pharmodynamicsand pharmacokinetics. Thiscourse was formerly taught as Pre-hospitalPharmacology (EMT 1613). 2 hours lectureand 4 hours lab.EMS 1825Cardiology, 5 cr.This class will teach a comprehensive approachto the care of patients with acute and complexcardiovascular compromise. This course waspreviously named Pre-hospital Cardiology(EMT 1825). 2 hours lecture and 6 hours lab.EMS 2414Maternal/Child Emergencies,4 cr.This course will provide a detailed understandingof the anatomic structures, physiology, andpathophysiology encountered when providingcare in gynecological and obstetrical emergenciesas well as pediatric emergencies. Thecourse was previously divided into Pre-hospitalOB/GYN (EMT 2412) and Pre-hospital Pediatrics(EMT 2423). 3 hours lecture and 2 hours lab.EMS 2565EMS Practicum III, 5 cr.This course will provide advanced clinical andfield experiences in the skills and knowledgeobtained in the classroom with an emphasison leadership skills. These will be supervisedactivities carried out in the clinical and out-ofhospitalfield setting at approved sites with anapproved preceptor. This course was previouslycalled EMS Field Internship II (EMT 2564). 15hours clinical.EMS 2714Trauma, 4 cr.This course will provide advanced instructionin the integration of pathophysiological principlesand assessment findings to formulate afield impression and implement a treatmentplan for a suspected trauma patient. Thiscourse was previously called Pre-hospitalTrauma (EMT 2714). 2 hours lecture and 4hours lab.EMS 2855Medical, 5 cr.This course will provide a detailed understandingof the anatomic structures, physiology, andpathophysiology encountered when providingcare in medical emergencies involvingpulmonary, allergy and anaphylaxis, gastroenterology,renal urology, and hematology.This course was previously called Pre-hospitalMedical Care (EMT 2855). 2 hours lecture and6 hours lab.EMS 2912EMS Operations, 2 cr.This course teaches the leadership skills necessaryto manage complex situations includingpatient care, management of the hazardousand crime scene, supervision, mentoring, andleading other personnel. (1 hour lecture and2 hours lab.143

Course Descriptions: Fire Protection TechnologyCourse Descriptions: Graphic Design TechnologyEMS 2923Professional DevelopmentSeminar, 3 cr.This course teaches the leadership skills necessaryto manage complex situations includingpatient care, management of the hazardousand crime scenes, supervision, mentoring,and leading other personnel. 2 hours lectureand 2 hours lab.Fire ProtectionTechnologyFFT 1113Introduction to Fire Science, 3 cr.An orientation to the fire service, this courseexplores department structure and organization,operations and responsibilities and thehistory of the fire services and changes that arecurrently remolding traditional fire services. 3hours lecture.FFT 1123Introduction to Fire Prevention,3 cr.This course introduces students to modernapproaches of fire prevention. An overview ofcurrent fire prevention methods is provided, includingcodes and standards, company-basedInspections, public fire Education, interdictionprograms and legislation affecting fire preventionactivities. 3 hours lecture.FFT 1213Firefighting Principles andPractices, 3 cr.A basic firefighting tactical course, this classprovides information on the major principlesand practices conducted at fire and emergencyscenes. Concentrating on activities of rescue,ventilation, salvage, overhaul, offensive anddefensive attack methods and firefightersafety, students explore various operations thatmust be conducted in a coordinated manner.3 hours lecture.FFT 1223Fire Apparatus & Hydraulics,3 cr.Engines, pumps, operation procedures, maintenancetechniques and equipment specificationsare discussed while providing a workingknowledge and understanding of various typesof apparatus and equipment used by the fireservice. 3 hours lecture.FFT 2313Disaster Management, 3 cr.A study in the fundamental principles of preparingfor and responding to local disasters.This course focuses on analyzing resources,developing and implementing responseplans, and starting the recovery process. 3hours lecture.FFT 2323Building Construction, 3 cr.Why do buildings burn? What are the dangerareas of various types of construction? Thiscourse investigates building constructionfrom the standpoint of the fire service. A basicoverview of building codes and constructionmethods is used to familiarize students withbuilding components and construction types.3 hours lecture.FFT 2333Fire Fighter Safety, 3 cr.This course provides an overview of safetypractices for the emergency service worker.Covering the individual and team from “in thestation” through the emergency scene andreturn back to service, this course is essentialfor those who participate in emergency serviceactivities. 3 hours lecture.FFT 2413Strategy & Tactics, 3 cr.Strategy and tactics used in a variety of situationsfaced by the fire service are explored.Covering different situations from small everydayoccurrences to massive conflagrations,this course makes use of simulations and casehistories in exploring necessary strategy andtactical endeavors. 3 hours lecture.FFT 2423Incident Management Systems,3 cr.This course is a study of incident managementsystems used for handling situations from thesmallest incidents to the largest. A variety ofmethods are discussed with emphasis placedon the National Incident Management Systems.3 hours lecture.FFT 2433Special Problems in FireProtection, 3 cr.(Prerequisite: Consent of program coordinatorand prior or concurrent enrollment in FFTcourses). This course provides selected problemsaimed towards local fire service needs.Students utilize critical thinking and performthe necessary research to develop effectivesolutions. 3 hours lecture.Fire AdministrATionConcentrATionFFT 1813Fire Law, 3 cr.An analysis of public law that affects the fireservice is the basics of this class. From lawsrelated to codes and standards, administrativeand management practices, to thoserelated to the fire ground, students learn thefundamentals of fire department operationsand management. 3 hours lecture.FFT 2813Fire Department Management,3 cr.This course introduces students to management.Particular attention is paid to themanagement process as it relates to nonemergencyand emergency aspects of the fireofficer’s role. 3 hours lecture.FFT 2823Fire Service Supervision, 3 cr.Focusing specifically on supervising and managingpersonnel involved with fire protection,this course provides students with informationon developing effective supervisory techniques,the role of the supervisor, dealing withproblem situations and other areas relating topersonnel in fire science and individual workgroups. 3 hours lecture.FFT 2833Financial Management, 3 cr.Budgeting and financial management arethe primary concerns of this course. Variousmethods of budgeting are discussed as wellas budgetary tracking methods and evaluationprocedures. An applied project requires the developmentof a model budget for the student’sfire service organization. 3 hours lecture.Community RiskmAnagementConcentrATion144 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogFFT 1913Planning for Fire & EmergencyServices, 3 cr.With emphasis on the identification and evaluationof problems common to the managementof public safety resources, this course exploresthe planning, training, and logistical concernsneeded to maintain organizational readinessand community preparedness. 3 hours lecture.FFT 2913 Delivering Fire & EmergencyServices, 3 cr.The proper deployment of adequate resourcesis often the most critical aspect of an effectiveresponse. This course emphasizes methodsfor interpreting data and making soundtactical decision to manage local emergencysituations and other large-scale incidents. 3hours lecture.FFT 2923 Community Risk Management I,3 cr.This course facilitates the analysis of localareahazard data and threat control principlesrelating to personal and environmental risks.Investigation techniques, inspection methodologies,and prevention programs essential topublic safety are emphasized. 3 hours lecture.FFT 2933Community Risk Management II,3 cr.A continuation of the principles addressed inCommunity Risk Management I, this courserequires the analysis of a specific hazard andthe application of specialized mitigation andcontrol measures. The use of various codes,standards, and regulations related to suchactivities serves as the focal point of this course.3 hours lecture.Graphic DesignTechnologyCAT 1113 Graphic Design and Production I,3 cr.An introduction to the skills of design, typography,and the fundamentals needed of thegraphic artist. The course will provide selectedexperiences involving design, simple renderings,printing processes, industry specifications,and print production formats for massdistribution. 6 hours lab.CAT 1213Fundamentals of GraphicComputers, 3 cr.An introduction to graphic interface computersrelated to the graphic design industry, utilizingcurrent software and related hardware emphasizingprint production and digital imagemanipulation. 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab.CAT 1123Graphic Design and Production II,3 cr.A continuation of Graphic Design and ProductionI with concentration on color printing, mechanicalprocesses, color separations, screens,cropping, and scaling photographs/artworkfor reproduction with continued emphasis ondesign, typography, assembly, and binding.The course will utilize both traditional andcomputer techniques. 6 hours lab. Prerequisite:Graphic Design and Production I (CAT 1113).CAT 1143Typography, 3 cr.A comparison of traditional uses of typographywith those of a more contemporary approach.This is an in-depth exploration of type inrelation to meaning and form with a refinedapplication of drawing skills before final outputon the computer. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.CAT 2133Graphic Design Studio, 3 cr.A concentrated study in graphic design specificallyrelated to regional industry needs.Emphasis will be placed on projects accordingto industry needs. 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab.CAT 2313Basic Advertising Design, 3 cr.Concepts and methodology related to thegraphic design industry utilizing currentsoftware and related hardware. Prerequisite:Graphic Design and Production I (CAT 1113),Fundamentals of Graphic Computers (CAT1213), or by consent of instructor. 6 hours lab.CAT 2323Advanced Advertising Design,3 cr.A continuation of basic Adverting Design withemphasis on graphic computers to develop andproduce advanced graphic design projects. Thiscourse utilizes equipment and software usedin industry. 6 hours lab. Prerequisite: BasicAdvertising Design (CAT 2313) or by consentof instructor.CAT 2334Practical AdvertisingTechniques, 4 cr.Performance skills needed for productiveemployment in the graphic design field. 2hours lecture, 4 hours lab. Prerequisite: BasicAdvertising Design (CAT 2313) or by consentof instructor.CAT 2923Special Project in GraphicDesign Technology, 3cr.Practical applications of skills and knowledgegained in other Graphic Design Technologycourses. The instructor works closely with thestudent to ensure that selection of a specialproject enhances the student’s learningexperiences. Prerequisite: Completion of onesemester of coursework in the Graphic DesignTechnology Program. 45 contact hours per sch.CAT 2926Supervised Work Experience inGraphic Design Technology, 6 cr.This course is a cooperative program betweenindustry and education and is designed tointegrate the student’s technical studies withindustrial experience. Prerequisite: Consent ofinstructor and the completion of two semestersof coursework in the Graphic Design Technologyprogram. Variable credit is awarded on thebasis of one semester hour per 45 industrialcontact hours. (1-6 sch: 3-18 hr. externship).(Vocational-Technical Elective).145

Course Descriptions: Health Care AssistantCourse Descriptions: Hotel and Restaurant Management TechnologyHealth Care AssistantHCA 1115 Basic Health-Care Assisting, 5 cr.This course includes orientation to programpolicies, developing employability and jobseekingskills, applying legal aspects of healthcare, applying safety considerations, communicationand observation skills, medicalterminology, and basic health care procedures.1 hour lecture, 6 hours lab, 3 hours clinical.HCA 1125 Special Care Procedures, 5 cr.This course includes specialized proceduresfor admitting, transferring, and dischargingclients; assisting with diagnostic procedures;assisting with treatments; assisting withelimination needs of clients; assisting inmeeting hydration and nutritional needs ofthe client; basic emergency procedures toinclude CPR/first aid; and basic knowledge andskills required to care for the long-term-careresident. Safety is emphasized throughouteach procedure. Pre/Corequisite: HCA 1115Basic Health-Care Assisting. 2 hours lecture,2 hours lab, 6 hours clinical.HCA 1214 Body Structure and Function, 4 cr.This course includes study of the structure,function, common disorders, and normalaging-related changes of the integumentary,musculoskeletal, nervous, circulatory,respiratory, digestive, urinary, reproductive,endocrine, and sensory systems; stages of humangrowth and development; and nutritionalneeds through the life cycle. Prerequisite:HCA 1115 Basic Health-Care Assisting. 1 hourlecture, 2 hours lab, 6 hours clinical.HCA 1312Home Health Aide andHomemaker Services, 2 cr.This course includes basic knowledge and skillsrequired to care for the homebound client andbasic knowledge and skills required to providehomemaker services. Pre/Corequisite: All corecourses. 4 hours lab.Health InformATionTechnologyHIT 1114Health Record Systems, 4 cr.This course is an introduction to health recordsystems including admissions procedures;record content, analysis, and use; retentionrequirements; and numbering and filing systems.3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.HIT 1213Medical Terminology, 3 cr.This course is a study of medical languagerelating to the various body systems includingdiseases, procedures, clinical specialties, andabbreviations. In addition to term definitions,emphasis is placed on correct spelling andpronunciation. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.HIT 1323Health Care Law and Ethics,3 cr.This course is a study of the principles of lawas applied to health information systemswith emphasis on health records, release ofinformation, confidentiality, consents andauthorizations. Prerequisites: HIT 1114 HealthRecord Systems . 3 hours lecture.HIT 1413Pathophysiology I, 3 cr.This course covers structural and functionalchanges caused by disease in tissues and organs,clinical manifestations and principles oftreatment with emphasis on general conceptsand diseases affecting the body as a whole.Prerequisites: HIT 1213 Medical Terminologyand BIO 2513/2511 Anatomy & Physiology Iwith lab. 3 hours lecture.HIT 2123Alternate Care Systems, 3 cr.This course is a study of health record systemsin alternative settings, cancer program records,medical staff organization, and accreditationand licensure standards. Prerequisites: HIT1114 Health Record Systems, HIT 1213 MedicalTerminology. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.HIT 2133Health Statistics, 3 cr.This course includes sources and use of healthdata, definitions of statistical terms, and computationof rates and percentages commonlyused by health care facilities. Prerequisite:HIT 1114 Health Record Systems, HIT 2913Computer in Healthcare. 2 hours lecture, 2hours lab.HIT 2142Electronic Health Record, 2 cr.This course covers the aspects of electronichealth records (E.H.R.) in the healthcareenvironment. In addition, it explores implementationof the E.H.R. in various healthcaresettings. Prerequisite: HIT 2913 Computers inHealth Care. 2 hours lecture.HIT 2212Pharmacology, 2 cr.This course is designed to develop understandingof pharmacy therapy available for clinicalmanagement of patient care. Prerequisite: HIT1213 Medical Terminology. 2 hours lecture.HIT 2423Pathophysiology II, 3 cr.This course is a continuation of PathophysiologyI with emphasis on conditions relating tospecific body systems, manifestations, andprinciples of treatment. Prerequisites: HIT 1413Pathophysiology I, BIO 2513/2511 Anatomy &Physiology I with lab, BIO 2523/2521 Anatomy& Physiology II with lab. 3 hours lecture.HIT 2513Professional PracticeExperience I, 3 cr.In this course, students rotate through healthinformation management areas in hospitalsand other health care facilities for applicationof principles and procedural practice to attaincompetency. Specific content is dependent onplacement in curriculum and site availability.Prerequisites: HIT 1114 Health Record Systems,HIT 1311 Health Care Delivery Systems and HIT1213 Medical Terminology. 9 hours clinical perday, 1 day a week.HIT 2523Professional PracticeExperience II, 3 cr.In this course, students rotate through healthinformation management areas in hospitalsand other health care facilities for applicationof principles and procedural practice to attaincompetency. Specific content is dependent onplacement in curriculum and site availability.Prerequisite: HIT 2513 Professional Practice Experience.9 hours clinical per day, 1 day a week.HIT 2615Coding Systems I, 5 cr.This course is an introduction to principles ofcoding and classification systems with emphasison the use of ICD-9-CM in the physicianoffice setting. Students will be introduces toadditional coding and classification systemsincluding ICD-10-CM, ICD-0, and DSM-IV.Prerequisites: HIT 1213 Medical Terminology,HIT 1413 Pathophysiology I, HIT 1114 HealthRecord Systems, BIO 2513/2511 Anatomy &Physiology I with lab, BIO 2523/2521 Anatomy& Physiology II with lab. 3 hours lecture, 4hours lab.HIT 2625Coding Systems II, 5 cr.This course is a continuation of the study ofprinciples of ICD-9-CM/ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding; introduction to coding with HealthCare Financing Administration’s CommonProcedure Coding Systems (HCPCS) with emphasison Current Procedural Coding (CPT); andreview of current reimbursement mechanisms.Prerequisites: BIO 2513/2511 Anatomy &Physiology I with lab, BIO 2523/2521 Anatomy& Physiology II with lab, HIT 2423 PathophysiologyII and HIT 2614 Coding Systems I. 3 hourslecture, 4 hours lab.HIT 2633Reimbursement Methodologies,3 cr.This course is designed to identify the uses ofcoded data and health information in reimbursementand payment systems appropriateto all health care facilities with emphasisplaced on the physician office setting. Processesand procedures in the billing cycle forphysician offices are covered, along with filingof appeals. Prerequisite: HIT 2615 CodingSystems I and HIT 2423 Pathophysiology II. 3hours lecture.HIT 2713Health Care Supervision, 3 cr.This course includes basic principles of managementand supervision with emphasis on thehealth information setting. Prerequisites: HIT2133 Health Statistics, HIT 2123 Alternate CareSystems. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.HIT 2812Performance ImprovementTechniques, 2 cr.This course covers principles of performanceimprovement techniques in health care facilities;trends in utilization and risk management;the use of quality monitors in the healthinformation department. Prerequisite: HIT2123 Alternate Care Systems. 1 hour lecture,2 hours lab.HIT 2913Computers in Health Care, 3 cr.This course is an overview of computer usein health care facilities with emphasis on applicationsfor health information services. Anintroduction to the electronic health recordis included. Prerequisite: CSC 1123 ComputerApplications I. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.HIT 1910, HIT 1920, HIT 2910, HIT 2921Health Information Seminars, 1 cr.This course is designed to facilitate activitiesincorporated in Health Occupation Studentsof America and the Health InformationTechnology Association, as well as othercampus organizations. Activities in this courseencourage the development of leadershipskills, an understanding of group dynamics,educational enrichment, community service,rapport among health education students,and increased enrichment and interest. Meetsone hour, once each month. One credit hour isawarded after completion of four semesters.Hotel and RestaurantmAnagement TechnologyHRT 1114Culinary Principles I, 4 cr.This course provides students with fundamentalsof food preparation and cookeryemphasizing high standards for preparationof meat, poultry, seafood, vegetables, soups,stocks and sauces, and farinaceous items. 2hours lecture, 4 hours lab.HRT 1123Hospitality and Tourism, 3 cr.This course is designed as an introduction to thehospitality and tourism industry. The courseincludes discussions and industry observationshelp the students to discover the opportunities,trends, problems and organizations in the field.3 hours lecture.HRT 1213Sanitation and Safety, 3 cr.This course includes the basic principles ofmicrobiology, sanitation and safety proceduresfor a food service operation. Implementationof sanitation procedures, cost control, and riskreduction standards in hospitality operationsare covered. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.HRT 1224Restaurant and CateringOperations, 4 cr.This course provides the student with a basicunderstanding of the principles of organizingand managing a food and beverage operation.2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab.HRT 1413Rooms Division Management,3 cr.Instruction presents a systemic approach torooms division management in the hospitalityindustry including front office managementand housekeeping operation. This courseexamines the various elements of effectivefront office management as well as inventorymanagement and responsibilities of theExecutive Housekeeper. Computer programsare used to simulate check-in, check-out,night audit and to analyze statistics relevantto establishing room rates, forecasting roomavailability, budgeting for operations andevaluating front office procedures. 2 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.HRT 1511Hotel and RestaurantSeminar I, 1 cr.Students practice leadership and managementskills necessary for success in hospitality andtourism management. Instruction also focuseson business ethics, business manners, problemsolving and professional growth developmentthat coincide with Collegiate DECA goals. Thiscourse also addresses computer-based managementsystems. 2 hours lab.HRT 1521 Hotel and RestaurantSeminar II, 1 cr.This course is a continuation of HRT 1511.2 hours lab.146 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalog147

Course Descriptions: Sign LanguageCourse Descriptions: Industrial Maintenance TechnicianHRT 1531Hotel and RestaurantSeminar III, 1 cr.This course is a continuation of HRT 1521.2 hours lab.HRT 1541Hotel and RestaurantSeminar IV, 1 cr.This course is a continuation of HRT 1531.2 hours lab.HRT 2233Food and Beverage Control, 3 cr.Instruction covers the principles and proceduresinvolved in an effective food andbeverage control system, including standardsdetermination, the operating budget, costvolume-profits analysis, income and costcontrol, menu pricing, labor cost control andcomputer applications. 2 hours lecture, 2hours lab.HRT 2613Hospitality Supervision, 3 cr.This course helps the student develop supervisoryskills in leadership styles, communicationskills, motivational techniques, employeetraining techniques and evaluation methods.2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.HRT 2623Hospitality Human ResourceManagement 3 cr.This course is designed to explore the principlesof hospitality human resource managementwith an emphasis placed on the study ofhuman behavior and human relations in thehospitality industry. 2 hours lecture, 2 hourslab.HRT 2916Supervised Work Experience inHotel and RestaurantManagement, 6 cr.This course is a cooperative program betweenindustry and education and is designed tointegrate the students’ technical studieswith industrial experience. Variable credit isawarded on the basis of one semester hourper 45 industrial contact hours.Sign LanguageIDT 1163Basic Sign Language, 3 cr.This course uses an interactive approach tointroduce the basic vocabulary and grammaticalcomponents of American Sign Languagein a deaf cultural context. The differencesof American Sign Language and Pidgen Sign(Contact Sign) are also stressed. 3 hourslecture. This course does not satisfy degree orprogram requirements.IDT 1173Intermediate Sign Language,3 cr.This is a continuation of basic American SignLanguage skills with an emphasis on furtherdevelopment of expressive and receptiveskills, use of signing space, and more complexgrammatical structure. (Prerequisite IDT 1163or instructor approval). 3 hours lecture. Thiscourse does not satisfy degree or programrequirements.Industrial ElectricityIMM 1112Industrial MaintenanceSafety, 2 cr.This course introduces general safety practices,personal safety, electrical safety practices andpower equipment safety. 1 hour lecture, 2hours lab.IMM 1122Industrial Maintenance Mathand Measurement, 2 cr.This course introduces mathematical andmeasurement procedures and instrumentsrelated to industrial maintenance. 1 hourlecture, 2 hours lab.IMM 1132Industrial Maintenance Blueprint Reading, 2 cr.Students learn about blueprints, schematicsand plans used in industrial maintenance,including nomenclature, different views andsymbols and notations. 1 hour lecture, 2hours lab.IMM 1213Industrial Hand Tools andMechanical Components, 3 cr.Safe and proper uses of hand tools and mechanicalcomponents commonly used by industrialmaintenance mechanics and techniciansare taught. Instruction includes the selection,use and care of common hand tools and theidentification and maintenance of mechanicalcomponents such as belts and pulleys, chainsand sprockets and bearings and seals used totransmit mechanical power. 6 hours lab.IMM 1524Preventive Maintenance andService of Equipment, 4 cr.This course includes instruction in basic maintenanceand troubleshooting techniques, useof technical manuals and test equipment andinspection/evaluation/repair of equipment. 1hour lecture, 6 hours lab.IMM 1614Principles of Piping andHydro-Testing, 4 cr.This course includes instruction in basic principlesof piping and pipe fitting, basic pipefitting procedures and basic hydro-testing ofpipe systems. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab.IMM 1713Methods of Layout, 3 cr.Students learn about layout and developmentof various sheet metal problems using theprinciples of parallel line and triangulationdevelopment. 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab.IMM 1734Maintenance Welding andMetals, 4 cr.This course introduces students to differentmetals and their properties and to basic SMAWwelding and oxy-fuel cutting and brazing. 1hour lecture, 6 hours lab.IMM 1813Industrial Electricity forIndustrial Maintenance Trades, 3 cr.Terminology and basic principles of electricity,use of test equipment, safety practices forworking around and with electricity and basicelectrical procedures are taught in this course.6 hours lab.IMM 1823Advanced Industrial Electricityfor Industrial MaintenanceMechanics, 3 cr.Advanced skills and knowledge associatedwith electrical systems in an industrial setting.Content includes instruction in the NationalElectrical Code, electrical circuits, motors, andestimating expenses for a given project. 6hours lab.148 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogIMM 1910Industrial MaintenanceSeminar I, .5 cr.Instruction is designed to facilitate activitiesincorporated in the Skills USA (VICA) andprofessional organizations related to eachstudent’s career goals. The course will allowregular assembly of students to accomplishgoals and objectives set by the Skills USA club,related organizations and committees of theseorganizations. Leadership skills, understandingand participation in group projects, rapportwith peers, community service and educationalenrichment are encouraged. Meets 1 houreach week.IMM 1920Industrial MaintenanceSeminar II, .5 cr.This course is a continuation of IMM 1910.Meets 1 hour each week.Industrial MaintenanceTechnicianIMM 1112Industrial MaintenanceSafety, 2 cr.This course covers general safety practices,personal safety, OSHA 10-hour general industry,electrical safety practices, and powerequipment safety. 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab.IMM 1123Industrial Maintenance Mathand Measurement, 3 cr.This course introduces mathematical andmeasurement procedures and instrumentsrelated to industrial maintenance. 1 hourlecture, 4 hours lab.IMM 1133Industrial MaintenanceBlueprint Reading, 3 cr.Blueprints, schematics, and plans used inindustrial maintenance including instructionin nomenclature, different views, and symbolsand notations. 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab.IMM 1224Power Tool Applications, 4 cr.This course includes instruction in safe andproper use of various hand and stationarypower tools. Students also learn about the useof hand power tools, bench grinders, threadingmachines, cut-off saws, drill presses, enginelathes and milling machines. 1 hour lecture,6 hours lab.IMM 1235Precision MachiningOperations, 5 cr.Safe and proper use of various precision toolsare covered; includes instruction in the useof drill presses, engine lathes, and millingmachines. 2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab.IMM 1524 Preventive Maintenance andService of Equipment, 4 cr.This course includes instruction in basic maintenanceand troubleshooting techniques, useof technical manuals and test equipment andinspection/evaluation/repair of equipment. 1hour lecture, 6 hours lab.IMM 1615Principles of Piping andHydro-Testing, 5 cr.This course includes instruction in basic principlesof piping and pipe fitting, basic pipefitting procedures and basic hydro-testing ofpipe systems. 2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab.IMM 1734Maintenance Weldingand Metals, 4 cr.This course introduces students to differentmetals and their properties and to basic SMAWwelding and oxy-fuel cutting and brazing. 1hour lecture, 6 hours lab.IMM 1813 Industrial Electricity forIndustrialMaintenance Mechanics, 3 cr.Terminology and basic principles of electricity,use of test equipment, safety practices forworking around and with electricity and basicelectrical procedures are taught in this course.1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab.IMM 1823Advanced Industrial Electricityfor Industrial MaintenanceMechanics, 3 cr.Students will gain advanced skills and knowledgeassociated with electrical systems in anindustrial setting. Content includes instructionin the National Electrical Code, electricalcircuits, motors, and estimating expenses fora given project. 6 hours lab.IMM 2114Equipment Maintenance,Troubleshooting,and Repair, 4 cr.Maintenance and troubleshooting techniques,use of technical manuals and test equipment,and inspection/evaluation/repair of equipmentare covered. 1 hour lecture, 6 hours lab.INT 1113Fundamentalsof Instrumentation, 3 cr.This course provides students with a generalknowledge of instrumentation principles. Instructionincludes process control of liquids inan industrial application and the use of electricalcircuits in the instrumentation process. 2hours lecture, 2 hours lab.PPV 1813 Rigging and Signaling 3 cr.Basic use of hand signals, riggings, and equipmentare covered. 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab.ELT 1193Fundamentalsof Electricity, 3 cr.This course explores the fundamental skillsassociated with all electrical courses. Safety,basic tools, special tools, equipment, andintroduction to simple AC and DC circuits arealso covered. 1 hour lecture, 4 hours lab.ELT 1413Motor Control Systems, 3 cr.This course offers the installation of differentmotor control circuits and devices. Emphasis isplaced on developing the student’s ability todiagram, wire, and troubleshoot the differentcircuits and mechanical control devices. 2 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.ELT 1144 AC and DC Circuits, 4 cr.Principles and theories associated with ACand DC circuits used in the electrical tradesare explored as well as the study of electricalcircuits, laws and formulas, and the use of testequipment to analyze AC and DC circuits. 2hours lecture, 4 hours lab.ELT 2613Programmable LogicControllers, 3 cr.Use of programmable logic controllers (PLC’s)in modern industrial settings are covered,as are the operating principles of PLC’s and149

Course Descriptions: Information Systems TechnologyCourse Descriptions: Information Systems Technologypractice in the programming, installation,and maintenance of PLC’s. 2 hours lecture, 2hours lab.ROT 1113Fundamentals of Robotics, 3 cr.This course is designed to introduce the studentto industrial robots. Topics to be coveredinclude robotics history, industrial robotconfigurations, operation, and basic programming.2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.ROT 1213Industrial Hydraulics, 3 cr.This course introduces the students to basichydraulics, hydraulic actuators, accumulators,valves, pumps, motors, fluids, coolers, andfilters. Emphasis is placed on development ofhydraulic control circuits and troubleshooting.2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.ROT 1223Industrial Pneumatics, 3 cr.This course introduces the students to basicpneumatic principles, compression of air,work devices, control devices, and circuit diagrams.Emphasis is placed on development ofpneumatic control circuits, electro-mechanicalcontrol of fluid power, and troubleshootingtechniques. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.ROT 2613Mechanical Systems, 3 cr.This course introduces the students to mechanicalcomponents and drive systems commonlyused in the industry. Emphasis is placed oninstallation, maintenance, and troubleshootingof these components and systems. 2 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.InformATion SystemsTechnologyIST 1111 Information SystemsTechnology Seminar I, 1 cr.This class is designed to introduce students tothe necessary fundamentals of the work environmentand prepare them for entering thejob market in the computer field. 2 hours lab.IST 1121Information Systems TechnologySeminar II, 1 cr.This class is designed to introduce students tothe necessary fundamentals of the work environmentand prepare them for entering thejob market in the computer field. 2 hours lab.IST 1124IT Foundations, 4 cr.This course covers the diagnosis, troubleshooting,and maintenance of computer componentsand interpersonal communications forIT professionals. Topics include hardware compatibility,system architecture, memory, inputdevices, video displays, disk drives, modems,printers, safety and environmental issues,communication, and professional behavior. 2hours lecture, 4 hours lab.IST 1133Fundamentals of DataCommunications, 3 cr.This course presents basic concepts of telephony,local area networks, wide area networks,data transmission, and topology methods. 2hours lecture, 2 hours lab.IST 1143Security Principles and Policies,3 cr.This course is an introduction to the varioustechnical and administrative aspects of informationsecurity and assurance. This course providesthe foundation for understating the keyissues associated with protecting informationassets, determining the levels of protection andresponse to security incidents, and designinga consistent, reasonable information securitysystem with appropriate intrusion detectionand reporting features. 2 hours lecture, 2hours lab.IST 1153Web and ProgrammingConcepts, 3 cr.This course is an introduction to Web site developmentand programming logic. Students willgain hands-on experience in the developmentof computer programs. Upon completion ofthis course, students will be able to create aWeb site and post it on the Internet. 2 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.IST 1163Concepts of Database Design,3 cr.This course is an introduction to the designand manipulation of relational databases.Emphasis is placed on creation, manipulation,extraction, and display of data from existingdatabases. QBE and SQL are explored. 2 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.IST 1213Client Installation andConfiguration, 3 cr.This course is designed to help the student install,support, and troubleshoot a current clientoperating system. Emphasis will be placed oncommon user operations as well as the networkadministrator’s support of the client. 2 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.IST 1223Network Components, 3 cr.This course presents local area network andwide area network connectivity. IT focuseson architectures, topologies, protocols, andtransport methods of a network. Prerequisite:IST 1134 Fundamentals of Data Communications.2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.IST 1244Network Administration UsingMicrosoft Windows Server, 4 cr.This course focuses on the management ofa computer network using the MicrosoftWindows Server network operating system.Emphasis will be placed on daily administrativetasks performed by a network administrator. 2hours lecture, 4 hours lab.IST 1254Network AdministrationUsing Linux, 4 cr.This course focuses on the management of acomputer network using the Linux operationsystem. Emphasis is placed on installation,configuration, implementation, and administrativetasks of a functional server. 2 hourslecture, 4 hours lab.IST 1314Visual BASIC ProgrammingLanguage, 4 cr.This introduction to the Visual BASIC programminglanguage introduces the student toobject-oriented programming and a graphicalintegrated development environment. 2 hourslecture, 4 hours lab.IST 1414Client-side Programming, 4 cr.This course offers a comprehensive understandingof programming using JavaScript.Prerequisite: IST 1154 Web and ProgrammingConcepts. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab.150 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogIST 1424Web Design Applications, 3 cr.Studying application of various professionaland personal Web design techniques, studentswill work with the latest WYSIWYG editors,HTML editors, animation/multimedia products,and photo editors. Prerequisite: IST 1153 Weband Programming Concepts. 2 hours lecture,4 hours lab.IST 2111Information SystemsTechnology Seminar III, 1 cr.This class is designed to introduce students tothe necessary fundamentals of the work environmentand prepare them for entering thejob market in the computer field. 2 hours lab.IST 2121Information Systems TechnologySeminar IV, 1 cr.This class is designed to introduce students tothe necessary fundamentals of the work environmentand prepare them for entering thejob market in the computer field. 2 hours lab.IST 2213Network Security, 3 cr.This course provides an introduction to networkand computer security. Topics such as ethics,security policies, legal issues, vulnerabilitytesting tools, firewalls, and operating systemhardening will be discussed. Students willreceive a deeper understanding of system networkoperations and protocols through trafficcapture and protocol analysis. Prerequisites:IST 1223 Network Components. 2 hours lecture,2 hours lab.IST 2223Network Planning and Design, 3 cr.This course involves applying network conceptsin planning and designing a functioningnetwork. Emphasis is placed on recognizingthe need for a network, conducting an analysis,and designing a solution. Prerequisites:Network Operating Systems Elective; IST1223 Network Components. 2 hours lecture,2 hours lab.IST 2234Network Implementation, 4 cr.This course is the culmination of all conceptslearned in the network curriculum. Topicsinclude planning, installation, evaluation, andmaintenance of a network solution. Prerequisite:IST 2224 Network Planning and Design.2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab.IST 2254Advanced NetworkAdministration Using MicrosoftWindows Server, 4 cr.This course is a continuation of Network AdministrationUsing Microsoft Windows Server.Emphasis is placed on installation, configuration,and implantations of a functional server.Prerequisites: IST 1244 Network AdministrationUsing Microsoft Windows Server. 2 hourslecture, 4 hours lab.IST 2264Advanced NetworkAdministration Using Linux, 4 cr.This course is a continuation of Network AdministrationUsing Linux. This is an advancedadministration course in network services forLinux users who wish to increase their skills.Students will learn how to apply security tonetwork users and resources, manage andcompile the Linux kernel, manage networkclients, and troubleshoot network processesand services. Prerequisites: IST 1254 NetworkAdministration Using Linux. 2 hours lecture,4 hours lab.IST 2314Systems Analysis and Design, 4 cr.This course introduces techniques used insystems analysis and design. Emphasis willbe placed on the design, development, andimplementation of an information system. 2hours lecture, 4 hours lab.IST 2334Advance Visual BASICProgramming Language, 4 cr.This course is a continuation of the Visual BASICprogramming language. Prerequisite: IST 1314Visual BASIC Programming Language. 2 hourslecture, 4 hours lab.IST 2374C Programming Language, 4 cr.This course is designed to introduce the studentto the C programming language and its basicfunctions. Prerequisite: Any IST programminglanguage course or permission of instructor. 2hours lecture, 4 hours lab.IST 2384Advanced C ProgrammingLanguage, 4 cr.This course is a continuation of the study ofthe C programming language. Prerequisite:IST 2374 C Programming Language. 2 hourslecture, 4 hours lab.IST 2434Server-side Programming I, 4 cr.This is an introduction to creating dynamic Webapplications using Server-side technologies.Prerequisite: IST 1414 Client-side Programming.2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab.IST 2444Server-side Programming II,4 cr.This is a continuation of Server-side ProgrammingI with increased emphasis on data-drivencontent. Prerequisite: IST 2434 Server-sideProgramming I. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab.IST 2534IT Project Management, 4 cr.This course offers the student an understandingof the principles of project managementincluding time management and cost analysis.Prerequisite: IST 1124 IT Foundations. 2 hourslecture, 4 hours lab.WDT 2263 Web Graphic Production, 3 cr.This is an in-depth study of producing andutilizing graphic elements designed for Internetor Web Application. Emphasis is placedequally on aesthetics, technical requirements,and principles of interactive design. The coursewill provide concentrated study related to colormanagement, typography, graphic developmentand manipulation, digital imaging, andcreating dynamic web experiences. The focusis on the productions and manipulation ofindividual elements and is recommended asa supplement to a web design applicationcourse or previous experience. Prerequisites:IST 1423 Web Design Applications. 2 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.151

Course Descriptions: Marketing Management TechnologyCourse Descriptions: Medical Laboratory TechnologyMarketing ManagementTechnologyMMT 1000Marketing ManagementTechnology Lab, 0 cr.This course provides additional time for projectdevelopment and research in Salesmanship,Advertising, Merchandising Math, E-CommerceMarketing, Event Marketing, Buying, andMarketing Case Studies. 1 hour optional lab.MMT 1113 Principles of Marketing, 3 cr.This course is a study of the principles andproblems of marketing goods and servicesand methods of distribution from producer toconsumer. Types, functions and practices ofwholesalers and retailers and efficient techniquesin the development and expansionof markets are also covered. 3 hours lecture.MMT 1123 Marketing Management, 3 cr.This course is an advanced continuation ofMarketing I (MMT 1113). Prerequisite: MMT1113 Marketing I. 3 hours lecture.MMT 1313 Personal Selling, 3 cr.Basic principles and techniques of salesmanshipand their practical application are exploredin this course. Topics also include basicelements of consumer behavior, developingeffective sales strategies, closing and servicinga sale and developing consumer relations.3 hours lecture, 1 hour optional lab.MMT 1413 Merchandising Math, 3 cr.In this course students study the mathematicalcalculations involved in the merchandising process.Fundamental principles and operations inbuying, pricing and inventory are also covered.3 hours lecture, 1 hour optional lab.MMT 1323 Advertising, 3 cr.This course covers the role of advertising as apromotional tool. Topics included are productand consumer analysis, media selection andcreation of advertising. 3 hours lecture, 1 houroptional lab.MMT 1613 Beginning Real Estate, 3 cr.This beginning course in the study of real estatecovers the nature of the real estate market,types of ownership of property, contracts,methods of transfer of title, instruments usedin transfers, title closing, financing, propertymanagement, insuring and appraising. 3 hourslecture. This course does not satisfy degree orprogram requirements.MMT 1643 Beginning Real Estate II, 3 cr.This is the second course in real estate andcovers the mathematics necessary to pass thestate exam. Students also cover the principlesand methods of financing real estate, sources offunds, types and contents of financing instrumentsand the role of various institutions, bothprivate and governmental. 3 hours lecture.This course does not satisfy degree or programrequirements.MMT 1711 Marketing Seminar I, 1 cr.Students learn how to develop leadership skillsand human relation skills necessary for successin the field of marketing and management. Aminimum of six outside speakers will addressthe class in topics directly related to marketingcareers. Emphasis will be placed on developingcivic, social and business responsibilities.Resume writing and interviewing skills willbe practiced and reviewed. Collegiate DECAwill meet once monthly during this time for abusiness meeting. 1 hour lecture.MMT 1721 Marketing Seminar II, 1 cr.This course is a continuation of MMT 1711. 1hour lecture.MMT 1731 Marketing Seminar III, 1 cr.This course is a continuation of MMT 1721. 1hour lecture.MMT 1741 Marketing Seminar IV, 1 cr.This course is a continuation of MMT 1731. 1hour lecture.MMT 2213 Principles of Management, 3 cr.This course covers the basic principles andfunctions of management. Special emphasisis placed on planning, organizing, staffing,directing and controlling. 3 hours lecture.MMT 2233 Human Resource Management,3 cr.Objectives, organization and functions of humanresource management are explored inthis class. Emphasis is focused on selection andplacement, job evaluation, training, education,safety, health, employer-employee relationsand employee services. 3 hours lecture.MMT 2243 Marketing Case Studies, 3 cr.The study of effective marketing managementdecision making through case study analysis.3 hours lecture.MMT 2313 E-Commerce, 3 cr.This course introduces the fundamental opportunitiesand challenges associated withe-commerce activities. Topics include: designingthe user interface, web security, electronicpayment systems, promotion and legal issuesinvolved in creating a functioning on-line business.3 hours lecture, 1 hour optional lab.MMT 2423 Retail Management, 3 cr.Study of retailing process including functionsperformed, principles governing effectiveoperation and managerial problems resultingfrom current economic social trends. 3 hourslecture.FMT 1213Fashion Marketing, 3 cr.An introduction to the fashion industry includingfashion terminology, nature of fashion; andthe retail manufacturing, and marketing offashion. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.FMT 1233Buying, 3 cr.Study of the functions buying within the retailoperation including logical sequences foractivities and information necessary for buyingmerchandise. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.Medical LaborAToryTechnologyMLT 1111 Fundamentals ofMLT/Phlebotomy, 1 cr.This course includes an overview of the fieldof Medical Laboratory Technology, as wellas familiarization with laboratory safety,microscopes, glassware, and equipment. Italso includes laboratory organization, medicalethics, and employment opportunities. Basiclaboratory specimen collection techniques areintroduced. 1 hour lecture152 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogMLT 1213Urinalysis/Body Fluids, 3 cr.This course is an introduction to urinalysis andlaboratory analysis of miscellaneous bodyfluids. It includes the basic principles of routineand special urine tests, and specimen examinationthrough laboratory work. Theory and testprofiles are also presented for miscellaneousbody fluids with correlation to disease states.Prerequisites: MLT 1111 Fundamentals ofMLT, MLT 1413 Immunology/Serology. 2 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.MLT 1313Hematology I, 3 cr.This course is a study of the function of blood,morphology, maturation of normal cells, bloodcell counts, differentials of white cells andblood collection and handling. Prerequisite:MLT 1413 Immunology/Serology. 2 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.MLT 1324Hematology II, 4 cr.This course includes the study of abnormal cellmorphology and diseases involving blood cells,test procedures used in laboratory diagnosis ofhematological disease, normal and abnormalhemostasis, and diagnostic procedures forevaluation of bleeding abnormalities andanticoagulant therapy. Prerequisite: MLT 1313Hematology I. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab.MLT 1413Immunology/Serology, 3 cr.This course covers the science of immunologyand serology through the study of theories andprocesses related to natural body defenses.Included are basic antigen-antibody reactions,complement action, cellular response, humoralimmune response, and the basic serologicalprocedures used to aid in the detection of certaindiseases. Throughout this course, specialemphasis is placed on correlating laboratoryresults with the patient’s probable condition.2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.MLT 1515Clinical Chemistry, 5 cr.This course covers the study of human biochemistryas an aid in the diagnosis of diseaseprocesses. It includes chemistry proceduresperformed on body fluids for aiding in diagnosisof disease processes. Prerequisites:Approved chemistry elective. 3 hours lecture,4 hours lab.MLT 1523Principles of Organic andBiochemistry, 3 cr.This course is a study of the basic fundamentalsof organic and biochemistry. Prerequisite: CHE1213/1211 General College Chemistry with labor CHE 1113/1111 Introductory Chemistry withlab. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.MLT 1911Medical Laboratory Seminar I, 1 cr.This course represents a synthesis of previousdidactic, laboratory, and clinical experiences. Itis designed to facilitate activities incorporatedin student and professional organizations andto allow students to select and present a casestudy. 1 hour lecture.MLT 1921Medical Laboratory Seminar II,1 cr.This course is a continuation of MLT 1911.1 hour lecture.MLT 2424Immunohematology, 4 cr.This course includes collection, processing,storage and utilization of blood components.It also includes the study of immunologicalprinciples and procedures for blood typing,cross matching, antibody detection, antibodyidentification and investigation of hemolyticdisease of the newborn. Prerequisite: MLT1413 Immunology/Serology. 2 hours lecture,4 hours lab.MLT 2513Parasitology, 3 cr.This course covers the morphology, physiology,life cycles, and epidemiology of parasites withemphasis on human pathogenic parasites.Identification of parasites from human materialis also included. Prerequisites: MLT 1413Immunology/Serology. 2 hours lecture, 2hours lab.MLT 2614Pathogenic Microbiology, 4 cr.Basic skills, principles and techniques for thestaining, culturing, isolating and identificationof microorganisms of medical importance areemphasized in this course. Included are techniquesused in determining the sensitivity ofpathogenic bacteria to various antibiotics andother drugs. Prerequisite: MLT 1313 Hematology.2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab.MLT 2711Medical Laboratory Seminar III,1 cr.This course is a continuation of MLT 1921. 1hour lecture.MLT 2723Certification Fundamentals ofMLT, 3 cr.This course is an in-depth study and reviewof material covered in the MLT curriculum.It is designed to prepare the student for thenational registry/certifying exam. Prerequisites:Completion of all didactic MLT courses.3 hours lecture.MLT 2916Clinical Practice I, 6 cr.Clinical practice and didactic instruction are thefocus in a clinical affiliate. Students cover topicsincluding hematology/coagulation, clinicalchemistry, immunohematology, urinalysis,microbiology, phlebotomy, immunology/serology. Prerequisites: All first, second, andthird semester MLT courses. Thirty-five contacthours each week.MLT 2921Medical Laboratory Seminar IV,1 cr.This class is a continuation of MLT 2711. 1hour lecture.MLT 2926Clinical Practice II, 6 cr.Clinical practice and didactic instruction are thefocus in a clinical affiliate. Students cover topicsincluding hematology/coagulation, clinicalchemistry, immunohematology, urinalysis,microbiology, phlebotomy, and immunology/serology.Prerequisite: MLT 2916 ClinicalPractice I. Thirty-five contact hours each week.MLT 2936Clinical Practice III, 6 cr.Clinical practice and didactic instruction are thefocus in a clinical affiliate. Students cover topicsincluding hematology, coagulation, clinicalchemistry, immunohematology, urinalysis,microbiology, phlebotomy, and immunol-153

Course Descriptions: Associate Degree NursingCourse Descriptions: Practical Nursingogy/serology. Prerequisite: MLT 2926 ClinicalPractice II. Thirty-five contact hours each week.Nursing, AssociateDegreeNUR 1103Legal and Ethical Issues inNursing, 3 cr.This online elective course is designed toassist the beginning nursing student withthe tools to process legal issues and assistin decision making based on nursing ethics.The textbook is used as a guide and referencefor online discussions with the instructor andother students. Question/answer sessionsat the end of each chapter will also providereview and topics of discussion. The studentwill utilize other resources for learning such asthe Internet, nursing journals, and health careprofessionals employed in employee healthand risk management. This course is restrictedto students enrolled in NUR courses unlessspecial exception is granted by the instructor.3 hours lecture online.NUR 1110Nursing I, 10 cr.TThis is an introductory course in the AssociateDegree Nursing program that orients thestudent to the role of the nurse. Emphasisis placed on the nursing process as studentsbegin to develop skills in helping patients ofall ages to meet their basic needs. Areas ofstudy include nutrition, wellness, growth anddevelopment, pharmacology, medical and surgicalcare, patient instruction, and caring. Thestudent will learn basic nursing skills needed toimplement the nursing process, with emphasison communication and critical thinking skillsin caring for patients with common healthproblems. Local hospitals and nursing homesare used for clinical experiences. Prerequisites:BIO 2511 and BIO 2513 Anatomy & PhysiologyI/lab and BIO 2521 and BIO 2523 Anatomy &Physiology II/lab. Concurrent enrollment inNUR 1100; previous or concurrent enrollmentin EPY 2533 Human Growth and Development,and BIO 2921 and BIO 2923 Microbiology/lab.8 hours lecture, 6 hours clinical.NUR 1210Nursing II, 10 cr.IIn this course, students continue to use thenursing process in providing care for patientswith common, well-defined health problems.Area of study includes medical-surgical nursing.Other areas of study focus on intravenoustherapy, neoplastic foundations, glucosemetabolism, and fluid-electrolyte balance.Clinical areas include hospitals, clinics, communityagencies, the college skills lab andsimulation laboratory. Prerequisites: NUR1110 and previous or concurrent enrollment inENG 1113 English Composition I and PSY 1513General Psychology. Concurrent enrollmentin NUR 1200. 6 hours lecture, 12 hours clinical.NUR 1303 and NUR 1317Nursing I and II, 20 cr.This course is a transitional course for studentsin the Associate Degree Nursing AcceleratedProgram for LPNs and Paramedics. Instructionincludes those objectives in NUR 1110and NUR 1210. Successful completion of thisterm allows students to begin the second yearAssociate Degree Nursing curriculum in thefollowing semester. See course descriptionfor NUR 1110 and NUR 1210 for additionalinformation. Prerequisites: BIO 2511 and BIO2513 Anatomy & Physiology I/lab, BIO 2521and BIO 2523 Anatomy & Physiology II/lab,BIO 2921 and BIO 2923 Microbiology/lab, ENG1113 English Composition I, EPY 2533 HumanGrowth and Development and PSY 1513 GeneralPsychology. Concurrent enrollment in NUR1300. Nursing I -8 hours lecture, 6 hours clinical.Nursing II - 6 hours class, 12 hours clinical.NUR 2103Gerontology for Nurses, 3 cr.This online elective course will cover multipleaspects of the normal aging process and willexplore the needs particular to the geriatricclient. Registration is limited to students currentlyenrolled in the Associate Degree NursingProgram. 3 hours lecture online.NUR 2110Nursing III, 10 cr.Students develop skill in using the nursingprocess to provide safe and effective care forindividuals of all ages with common healthproblems that are complex and/or long termin a variety of healthcare settings. The studentacquires theoretical and clinical knowledgerelated to the care of patients with medicalsurgicaldisorders. The student also increasesknowledge and skill in caring for patients withchronic neurological and psychiatric disordersand in maternal-child nursing. Technical skillsintroduced include intravenous medicationand blood administration. The student willincrease knowledge and skill in the areas ofphysical assessment and intravenous therapy.Clinical areas used include hospitals, dialysisunits, community agencies, the college skillslab and simulation laboratory. Prerequisites:NUR 1210 Nursing II or NUR 1303 and NUR 1320and previous or concurrent enrollment in SPT1113 Public Speaking and ENG 1123 EnglishComposition II. Concurrent enrollment in NUR2100. 6 hours lecture, 12 hours clinical.NUR 2112Nursing Pharmacology, 2 cr.This elective online course will cover classificationsof drugs, medication administration andthe nursing process. 2 hours lecture online.NUR 2210Nursing IV, 10 cr.Students continue to use the nursing processin providing care to clients with increasinglycomplex and/or critical problems. Areas ofstudy include acute cardiac, acute respiratory,acute neurological and emergency care. Thestudent is provided experiences in a variety ofsettings in order to incorporate the learningof concepts related to promotion of wellnessand prevention of illness. A preceptor unitprepares the student for his/her transitioninto nursing. Clinical areas include hospitals,clinics, and community agencies. At successfulcompletion of this course and upon meeting allother graduation requirements, the studentis eligible to apply to the Mississippi Board ofNursing to write the NCLEX-RN®. Prerequisites:NUR 2110 Nursing III and concurrent orprevious enrollment in a humanities/fine artselective. Concurrent enrollment in NUR 2201.6 hours lecture, 12 hours clinical lab; duringpreceptor unit, 24 hours of clinical lab and 2hours of class.NUR 1100, 1200, 1300, 2100, 2201Nursing Seminars, 1 cr.These seminars are designed to facilitateparticipation of ADN students in activities ofthe college, the community, the Organizationof Student Nurses (OSN) and professionalnursing organizations. Monthly meetings and/or activities to accomplish the goals and objectivesset by the organizations are conducted.The seminar classes, held monthly, will consistprimarily of meetings of OSN. The seminarsencourage leadership, group participation,service to the community and awareness ofcurrent trends and legislation affecting nursingpractice. Meets one hour once a month. Onecredit hour awarded after student meets allrequirements for graduation.154 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogNUR 2212NCLEX-RN® Readiness, 2 cr.This elective course, designed for upperlevel nursing students, will assist students inpreparing for the National Council LicensureExamination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN®). 2 hours lecture.PrACTical NursingPNV 1213Body Structure and Function,3 cr.This course is a study of body structure andfunction essential to safe and effective nursingcare. Each system of the body is covered withapplications to nursing. 3 hours lecture.PNV 1443Nursing Fundamentals andClinical, 13 cr.This course provides students with knowledgeand skills necessary to care for individuals inwellness and illness and is applicable acrossthe lifespan, as well as demonstration andsupervised practice of the fundamental skillsrelated to practical nursing. 6 hours lecture,10 hours lab, 6 hours clinical.PNV 1524IV Therapy andPharmacology, 4 cr.This course provides the student with principlesof IV therapy and pharmacology. Principlescovered in the course include the administrationof medication, administration of IV fluids,and administration of IV medications includedin the scope of practice for the practical nurse.The expanded role of IV therapy included inthis course is in accordance with the MississippiNursing Practice Law and Administrative Code.Pre-requisites: All first semester courses. 3hours lecture, 2 hours lab.PNV 1666Medical/Surgical Nursingand Clinical, 6 cr.This course provides the student with the basicnursing theory and skills to provide safe andeffective care for the adult client experiencingacute, chronic, or life-threatening physicalhealth conditions in selected body systems.Pharmacological and nutritional therapy considerationsfor various disorders are included.The systems not covered in this course aretaught in Alterations in Adult Health Nursingand Clinical (PNV 1676). This course alsoincludes clinical experiences for application ofnursing theory and skills for safe, effective careof the adult client experiencing acute, chronic,or life-threatening physical health conditionsin all body systems. Pre-requisites: All firstsemester courses. 4 hours lecture, 6 hours clinical.(Total instructional hours for this course:60 hours lecture, 90 hours clinical).PNV 1676Alterations in Adult HealthNursing and Clinical, 6 cr.This course introduces nursing theory andcare for the systems not covered in PNV 1666.Emphasis is placed on developing and demonstratingan understanding of the role of thepractical nurse functioning as an effective teammember. Pre/Co-requisites: All first semestercourses. 4 hours lecture, 6 hours clinical.PNV 1715Maternal-Child Nursing, 5 cr.This course provides the student with basicknowledge and skills to promote and/orprovide safe and effective care for clients andfamilies during antepartum, intrapartum, andpostpartum periods, as well as infancy throughadolescence. Prerequisites: All first semesterPractical Nursing courses. 4.7 hours lecture, 1hour clinical.PNV 1813Psychiatric Concepts, 3 cr.This course provides the student with basicknowledge and skills to assist the promotionof the emotional, mental, and social wellbeingof the client and family experiencing amental health alteration. Prerequisites: All firstsemester Practical Nursing courses. 2.7 hourslecture, 1 hour clinical.PNV 1911Practical Nursing Seminar I, 1 cr.This course is designed to facilitate activitiesincorporated in the Health OccupationStudents of America and the Practical NursingProgram student organization. The course willallow group assembly on a regular basis toaccomplish the goals and objectives of theseorganizations. Development of leadershipskills, an understanding of group dynamics,educational enrichment, and stimulation ofenthusiasm and interest in community serviceand affairs, and establishment of rapportwith other health education professionalsshould be the outcomes of this course. Thiscourse is mandatory for the MCC PracticalNursing students. Meets one hour per week.Prerequisite: Currently enrolled in the PracticalNursing Program.PNV 1914Nursing Transition, 4 cr.This course prepares the student for roletransition and National Council LicensureExamination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN®).Prerequisites: All first and second semesterPractical Nursing courses. 3 hours lecture, 3hours clinical.PNV 1921Practical Nursing Seminar II,1 cr.This course continues to facilitate activitiesincorporated in the Health Occupation Studentsof America and the Practical NursingProgram student organization. The coursewill allow group assembly on a regular basisto accomplish the goals and objectives of theseorganizations. Development of leadershipskills, an understanding of group dynamics,educational enrichment, and stimulation ofenthusiasm and interest in community serviceand affairs, and establishment of rapportwith other health education professionals155

Course Descriptions: Precision Manufacturing and Machining TechnologyCourse Descriptions: Physical Therapist Assistantshould be the outcomes of this course. Thiscourse is mandatory for the MCC PracticalNursing students. Meets one hour per week.Prerequisite: Currently enrolled in the PracticalNursing Program.Precision ManufACTuringand MachiningTechnologyMST 1113Power Machinery IA, 3cr.A course that provides instruction in generalshop safety as well as operation of power machinery.Instruction includes the safe operationof lathes, power saws, drill presses, and verticalmills. Enrollment in this class is limited to DualCredit high school students. 1 hour lecture, 4hours lab.MST 1114Power Machinery IB, 3cr.A continuation of Power Machinery IA ingeneral shop safety and the operation ofpower machinery. Instruction includes the safeoperation of lathes, power saws, drill presses,and vertical mills. Enrollment in this class islimited to Dual Credit high school students. 2hours lecture, 4 hours lab.MST 1115Power Machinery I, 5 cr.This is a course in the operation of power machinery.Instruction includes the practice in theoperation of lathes, drill presses and verticalmills. 2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab.MST 1125Power Machinery II, 5 cr.A continuation of Power Machinery I, this classemphasizes more advanced applications oflathes, mills, shapers and precision grinders.2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab.MST 1313Advanced Shop Mathematics,3 cr.This course is an applied mathematics coursedesigned especially for machinists. Instructionand practice in algebraic and trigonometricoperations provides the essentials for successfulmachining. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.MST 1413Blueprint Reading, 3 cr.Students receive instruction and practice inreading and applying industrial blueprints. 2hours lecture, 2 hours lab.MST 1423Advanced Blueprint Reading,3 cr.A continuation of Blueprint Reading, thiscourse emphasizes advanced features oftechnical prints. Instruction also includes theidentification of various projections and viewsand different assembly components. 2 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.MST 1613Precision Layout, 3 cr.An introduction to the concept and practiceof precision layout for machining operations,this class includes instruction and practice inthe use of layout instruments. 2 hours lecture,2 hours lab.MST 1911, 1921, 1931, 1941Machine Shop Seminar, 1 cr.Machine Shop seminar is a course that istaken each semester during the Machine ToolTechnology program. The course is designedto facilitate activities in the Skills USA (VICA)and professional organizations. 1 hour lecture.MST 2135Power Machinery III, 5 cr.Power Machinery III is a continuation ofPower Machinery II. In Power Machinery IIIstudents are taught more advanced skills andtechniques of the machine tool trade. 2 hourslecture, 6 hours lab.MST 2145Power Machinery IV, 5 cr.A continuation of Power Machinery III, thisclass is a more in-depth study of advancedmachining such as gear cutting and eccentricturning. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab.MST 2715Computer Numerical ControlOperations I, 5 cr.CNC I is an introduction to the different typesof CNC machines as well as their programmingand operations. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab.MST 2725Computer Numerical ControlOperations II, 5 cr.CNC II is designed to teach highly technicalprogramming skills and applications. Studentswill learn sub programs, sub routines, threadmilling, and 3D applications. 2 hours lecture,6 hours lab.MST 2813Metallurgy, 3 cr.Metallurgy is the science and study of differentmetals and their compositions. Studentsreceive practical information needed to selectand determine different metals used in variousapplications. 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab.MST 2913Special Problem in Machine ToolTechnology, (1-3) cr.This course is designed to provide studentswith the practical application of skills andknowledge gained in other Machine Tool Technologycourses. The instructor works closelywith students to insure that the selection ofa project enhances their learning experience.2-6 hours lab.Physical TherapistAssistantPTA 1111Health Care Experience I, 1 cr.This course is designed to provide the studentwith extended observational and contacttime and limited participation in a physicaltherapy department. The student has the opportunityto observe the health care deliverysystem and physical therapy’s place withinthat system along with some role delineationof the rehabilitation team. 3 hours per weekat a physical therapy facility, and a weeklyscheduled meeting with the advisor.PTA 1123Fundamental Concepts ofPhysical Therapy, 3 cr.This course is an introduction to the fieldof physical therapy including role orientation,professional organizational structure,legal and ethical implications, legislation anddocumentation. Historical patterns in thedevelopment of the profession will be exploredand an overview of the varied areas of physicaltherapy’s discussed in medical terminology islearned primarily by independent study. 3lecture hours weekly.156 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogPTA 1213Fundamental Skills of thePhysical Therapist Assistant, 3 cr.This course introduces a variety of basic skillsutilized in the practice of physical therapy.Topics covered will include communicatingwith the patient/family, positioning, transfers,and gait patterns with assistive devices,body mechanics, draping, vital signs, aseptictechniques, standard precautions, dressingand bandaging, documentation and SOAPnotes, and first aid/emergency techniques.Manual muscle testing is taught. Prerequisites:Successful completion of all courses in priorsemester(s) of the PTA curriculum. 2 hourslecture, 2 hours laboratory, and 2 hours practicelaboratory weekly.PTA 1224Therapeutic Modalities, 4 cr.This course is an introduction to the theoryand practical application of massage, hydrotherapy,thermotherapy, cryotherapy, lighttherapy, and mechanotherapy. Emphasis willbe placed on the technique of application,indications, contraindications, and precautionsconcerned with the modalities. Prerequisites:Successful completion of all courses in priorsemester(s) of the PTA curriculum. 8 hourslecture and 16 hours laboratory for 4 weeksduring the summer term.PTA 1315Kinesiology, 5 cr.This course includes the study of individualbones, muscles, muscle functions, innervation,and biomechanical principles of joint motion,goniometry, and normal gait. Prerequisites:Successful completion of all courses in priorsemester(s) of the PTA curriculum. 3 hourslecture and 4 hours laboratory weekly.PTA 1324Therapeutic Exercise andRehabilitation I, 4 cr.This course provides an overview of the biomeThiscourse provides an overview of thebiomechanical and neurophysiological basisand application of various therapeutic exercises.The basics of therapeutic exercise arecorrelated with areas of the body and pathologicalconditions. Prerequisites: Successfulcompletion of all courses in prior semester(s)of the PTA curriculum. 3 hours lecture and 2hours laboratory weekly.PTA 1911 Seminar, 1 cr.This course is designed to facilitate studentinvolvement in the Mississippi Physical TherapyAssociation, the American Physical TherapyAssociation, the college student PTA organizationand the Health Occupational Students ofAmerica. The course allows regular assemblyand encourages leadership skills, understandingof group dynamics, educational enrichment,community service, and fosters rapportamong allied health students. 1 hour lecture.PTA 1921Seminar, 1 cr.This course is a continuation of PTA 1911.This course is designed to facilitate studentinvolvement in the Mississippi PhysicalTherapy Association, the American PhysicalTherapy Association, the college student PTAorganization and the Health OccupationalStudents of America. The course allows regularassembly and encourages leadership skills,understanding of group dynamics, educationalenrichment, community service, and fostersrapport among allied health students. Prerequisites:Successful completion of all coursesin prior semester(s) of the PTA curriculum. 1hour lecture.PTA 2233Electrotherapy, 3 cr.This course emphasizes theory and practicalapplication of electrotherapy and other therapeuticprocedures and discusses pain theoriesand pain control. Indications and contraindicationsare emphasized. Prerequisites: Successfulcompletion of all courses in prior semester(s)of the PTA curriculum. Manual muscle testingis further developed. 8 hours lecture and 16hours laboratory for 3 weeks during the summersemester.PTA 2334Therapeutic Exercise andRehabilitation II, 4 cr.This course presents theory, principles andtechniques of therapeutic exercise and rehabilitationfor selected conditions. Methodsof functional, motor and sensory assessmentand intervention techniques in introduced.Prosthetics and orthotics are discussed. Pre-requisites: Successful completion of all coursesin prior semester(s) of the PTA curriculum. 3hours lecture and 2 hours laboratory weekly.PTA 2413Clinical Education I, 3 cr.This initial clinical experience at an assignedclinical facility allows the student to correlatedidactic classes and laboratory practice withactual delivery of physical therapy services inan area clinical facility. Basic intermediate modalitiesand procedures learned in prior coursework will be practiced under close supervisionof the facility clinical instructor. Prerequisites:Successful completion of all courses in priorsemester(s) of the PTA curriculum. 40 hours perweek for 3 weeks during the summer semester(second program year) is required.PTA 2424Clinical Education II, 4 cr.This second full-time clinical experience at anassigned clinical facility allows the studentto continue to utilize skills practiced duringClinical Education I plus correlates didactic andlaboratory classes of PTA 1324, TherapeuticExercise and Rehabilitation I, PTA 2333 TherapeuticExercise and Rehabilitation II, and PTA2513 Medical Conditions and Related Pathology.Basic, intermediate, and advanced skills/techniques will be monitored by close supervisionof the clinical instructor. Prerequisites:Successful completion of all courses in priorsemester(s) of the PTA curriculum. 40 hoursper week for 5 weeks is required for this course.PTA 2434Clinical Education III, 4 cr.This third full-time clinical at an assignedclinical facility allows the student to continueto correlate all prior didactic and laboratorycourses by practicing skills under the moderatesupervision of the clinical instructor. Emphasisis placed on basic development of problemsolving and critical thinking skills. Prerequisites:Successful completion of all courses inprior semester(s) of the PTA curriculum. 40hours per week for 5 weeks is required forthis course.PTA 2444Clinical Education IV, 4 cr.This final full-time clinical experience is intendedto prepare the PTA student for entry into theprofession of physical therapy. Students will157

Course Descriptions: Respiratory Care PractitionerCourse Descriptions: Radiologic Technologydemonstrate competence and confidence inthe application of therapeutic techniques andmodalities. The student should demonstrateall skills with minimal supervision. Physicaltherapy treatments will be implemented andmodified within the plan of care. Emphasisis placed on the advanced development ofproblem solving and critical thinking skills.Prerequisites: Successful completion of allcourses in prior semester(s) of the PTA curriculum.40 hours per week for 5 weeks isrequired for this course.PTA 2513Medical Conditions & RelatedPathology, 3 cr.This course provides a basic knowledge ofthe disease process of selected orthopedic,neurological, pediatrics and systemic diseasesand conditions encountered in physical therapypractice. Emphasis is on etiology, pathologyand clinical picture of conditions or diseasesstudied. Possible Physical Therapy interventionin each disability is discussed. Prerequisites:Successful completion of all courses in priorsemester(s) of the PTA curriculum. 3 hourslecture weekly.PTA 2523Physical Therapy Seminar, 3 cr.This course represents a synthesis of previousdidactic, laboratory, and clinical experiences.Mock licensure exams are utilized to preparestudents for the licensure examination. Studentsare directed to explore a topic or area ofinterest in physical therapy practice. Recognitionof the importance of employability skillsafter graduation is included. Prerequisites:Successful completion of all courses in priorsemester(s) of the PTA curriculum. Twenty-sixhours during the week before Clinical EducationII and 26 hours during the week afterClinical Education IV are required.PTA 2911Seminar, 1 cr.This course is a continuation of PTA 1921.This course is designed to facilitate studentinvolvement in the Mississippi PhysicalTherapy Association, the American PhysicalTherapy Association, the college student PTAorganization and the Health OccupationalStudents of America. The course allows regularassembly and encourages leadership skills,understanding of group dynamics, educationalenrichment, community service, and fostersrapport among allied health students. Prerequisites:Successful completion of all coursesin prior semester(s) of the PTA curriculum. 1hour lecture.RespirATory CarePrACTitionerRCT 1011Seminar I, 1 cr.This seminar is designed as a basic introductionto respiratory care and to facilitate activities inthe vocational clubs and professional organizations.These activities encourage leadershipskills, understanding and participation ingroup projects, rapport with peers and communityservice. Meets one hour each week.Prerequisites: Currently enrolled in RCT 1213,1313, 1223, 1613, and 1414.RCT 1021Seminar II, 1 cr.This seminar is a continuation of RCT 1011.Meets one hour each week. Prerequisites: Currentlyenrolled in RCT 1516, 1424, and 2333.RCT 2031Seminar III, 1 cr.This seminar is a continuation of RCT 1021, andit meets one hour each week. Prerequisites:Currently enrolled in RCT 2534 and RCT 2434.RCT 1213Respiratory Care Science, 3 cr.This course is designed to introduce the studentrespiratory care practitioner to fundamentalelements important to the delivery of healthcare in a safe, efficient and professional manner.The holistic approach to patient care isemphasized. Prerequisites: BIO 2514 and BIO2524. 3 hours lecture.RCT 1223Patient Assessment andPlanning, 3 cr.This course is a fundamental approach to subjectiveand objective evaluation, assessmentand care plan formation for the individualneeds of the patient. Students are introducedto cardiopulmonary diseases including etiology,pathophysiology, complications, occurrences,clinical manifestations, treatment andprevention. Prerequisites: BIO 2514, BIO 2524.2 hours lecture, 2 hours labRCT 1313Cardiopulmonary Anatomy andPhysiology, 3 cr.Students study cardiopulmonary and renalphysiology in relation to the practice of respiratorycare. Prerequisites: BIO 2514, BIO 2524. 3hours lecture.RCT 1323Pulmonary Function Testing,3 cr.This course is an introduction to pulmonaryfunction technique and testing equipment.Prerequisites: RCT 1516, RCT 1424, RCT 2333,and Seminar II. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.RCT 1414 Respiratory Care Technology I,4 cr.This course is a study of respiratory treatmentsand equipment design and operation relatedto the clinical objectives incorporating airwaymanagement, suctioning and basic life support.Prerequisites: BIO 2514, BIO 2524. 2 hourslecture, 4 hours lab.RCT 1424Respiratory Care Technology II,4 cr.This course is a continuation of Respiratory CarePractitioner I. It is a study of the managementof respiratory failure, including mechanicalventilation, pulmonary rehabilitation, andhome care. Prerequisites: RCT 1213, RCT 1223,RCT 1313, RCT 1414, RCT 1011, and RCT 1613.3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.RCT 1516Clinical Practice I, 6 cr.Patient assessment and care plan formatsare presented in the hospital environment. Aprocedural guide is utilized to evaluate studentcompetencies and performance of respiratorycare procedures. Prerequisites: RCT 1213, RCT1223, RCT 1313, RCT 1414, RCT 1011, and RCT1613. 18 hours clinical.RCT 1524Clinical Practice II, 4 cr.In this course, students rotate through variousrespiratory sub-specialty areas for evaluationfor competency and performance of respiratorycare procedures. This course reviews all aspectsof respiratory care. Prerequisites: RCT 1516, RCT1424, RCT 2333 and RCT 1011. 12 hours clinical.158 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogRCT 1613Respiratory CarePharmacology, 3 cr.This course is designed to introduce studentsto pharmacology related cardiopulmonarydisorders. Prerequisites: BIO 2514, BIO 2524.3 hours lecture.RCT 2333Cardiopulmonary Pathology,3 cr.Cardiopulmonary pathophysiology is studiedin this course. Topics include etiology, clinicalmanifestations, diagnostics and treatment ofvarious cardiopulmonary diseases. Case studiesand/or clinical simulations are used to enforcelearning and to evaluate progress. Prerequisites:RCT 1213, RCT 1223, RCT 1313, RCT 1414,RCT 1613, and RCT 1011. 3 hours lecture.RCT 2534Clinical Practice III, 4 cr.In this course, students rotate through variousclinical areas for evaluation of competency andperformance of respiratory care procedures.Prerequisites: RCT 1323 and RCT 1524. 12hours clinical.RCT 2434Respiratory Care Technology III,4 cr.This course is a study of respiratory carein the critical care setting. Topics includeconventional and non-conventional modesof mechanical ventilation, hemodynamics,special procedures, and advanced cardiac lifesupport. Prerequisites: RCT 1323 and RCT 1524.3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.RCT 2546Clinical Practice IV, 6 cr.This is a continuation of Clinical Practice III. Inthis course, students rotate through respiratorycare specialty areas. A procedural guide isutilized to evaluate student competency andperformance. Prerequisites: RCT 2534, RCT2434, and RCT 2031. 18 hours clinical.RCT 2613Neonatal/PediatricsManagement, 3 cr.This course is a study of fetal development andthe transition to extra uterine environment. Itincludes the most common cardiopulmonarydisorders, neonatal and pediatric diseaseprocesses, and the modes of treatment. Prerequisites:RCT 2534, RCT 2434, and RCT 2031.2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.RCT 2713Respiratory Care Seminar, 3 cr.This course is designed to integrate the essentialelements of respiratory care practicethrough the use of care plans, case studies,mock Board Exams, and clinical simulations ina laboratory environment. Students developan analytical approach to problem solving.Critical thinking is emphasized. Prerequisites:RCT 2534, RCT 2434, and RCT 2031. 2 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.Radiologic TechnologyRGT 1114Clinical Education I, 4 cr.This course includes clinical practice andinstruction in a clinical affiliate radiology departmentin correlation with the RadiographicProcedures I course. Topics include, but are notlimited to, patient care and management, radiationprotection, operation of equipment andradiologic procedures. Students are scheduledfor two 8-hour days per week for the durationof the semester. Shift assignments vary. Priorto clinical education site assignments, thisclass meets on campus for clinical educationpreparation.RGT 1124Clinical Education II, 4 cr.This course involves clinical practice and instructionin a clinical affiliate. Areas includedare patient care and management, radiationprotection, operation of equipment and radiologicprocedures. Students are scheduled fortwo 8-hour days per week for the duration ofthe semester. Shift assignments will vary.RGT 1139Clinical Education III, 9 cr.A clinical practice and instruction in a clinicalaffiliate are included in this course. Areas emphasizedare patient care and management,radiation protection, operation of equipmentand radiologic procedures. Students are scheduledfor 40 hours per week clinical for 10 weeks.Shift assignments vary.RGT 1212Fundamentals of Radiography,2 cr.This course is an introduction to RadiologicTechnology including professional, departmentaland historical aspects. Topics includeterminology, medical ethics and fundamentallegal responsibilities. 2 hours lecture.RGT 1222Patient Care and Radiography,2 cr.This course will provide the student with thebasic concepts of patient care, including considerationfor the physical and psychologicalneeds of the patient and family. Routine andemergency patient care procedures will bedescribed, as well as infection control proceduresutilizing standard precautions. The roleof the radiographer in patient education willbe identified. 2 hours lecture.RGT 1312Principles of RadiationProtection, 2 cr.This course is designed to present an overviewof the principles of radiation protection includingthe responsibilities of the radiographer forpatients, personnel, and the public. Radiationhealth and safety requirements of federaland state regulatory agencies, accreditationagencies, and health care organizations areincorporated. 2 hours lecture.RGT 1413Imaging Principles I, 3 cr.This course is a study of the principles involvingmanipulation of factors controlling andinfluencing exposure and radiographic quality.Included are the prime factors of radiographicexposure, beam limiting devices, filtration,production and control of scatter and secondaryradiation, exposure systems, technicalconversions and problem solving. This coursepresents and introduction to film processingincluding darkroom design and equipment.Included are chemistry of developing solutions,procedures of general maintenance, qualitycontrol, and silver recovery methods. 2 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.RGT 1423Digital Imaging II, 3 cr.This course is designed to impart an understandingof the components, principles and159

Course Descriptions: RoboticsCourse Descriptions: Telecommunications Service Technologyoperation of digital imaging systems found indiagnostic radiology. Included are factors thatimpact image acquisition, display, archivingand retrieval. In addition, principles of digitalsystem quality assurance and maintenance areintroduced along with guidelines for selectingexposure factors and evaluating images withina digital system to assist students to bridge betweenfilm-based and digital imaging systems.2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.RGT 1513Radiographic Procedures I, 3 cr.Instruction emphasizes terminology, principlesand procedures involved in routineradiographic positioning for demonstration ofthe chest, abdomen, upper extremities, anddigestive system. A review of radiographicanatomy on each procedure is also included.2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.RGT 1523Radiographic Procedures II, 3 cr.This course focuses on principles and proceduresinvolved in the radiographic positioningof the urinary system, spinal column, pelvicgirdle, lower extremities, bony thorax, mobileand trauma radiography procedures. A reviewof radiographic anatomy is performed on eachprocedure. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.RGT 1613Physics of Imaging Equipment,3 cr.This course is designed to establish a knowledgebase in radiographic, fluoroscopic,mobile, and tomographic equipment requirementsand design. The content will alsoprovide a basic knowledge of quality control.Computer applications in the radiologic sciencesrelated to image capture, display, storage,and distribution are presented. 3 hours lecture.RGT 1111Radiologic Seminar I, 1 cr.Students participate in activities of various professionalorganizations such as the RadiologicTechnology Student Organization, HOSA andMCC student activities. Leadership skills, anunderstanding of group dynamics, educationalenrichment, stimulation of enthusiasm and interest,community service and rapport amonghealth education professionals are outcomes ofthis course. 1 hour per week with additionalactivities to meet organizational goals.RGT 1121Radiologic Seminar II, 1 cr.This course is a continuation of RGT 1911. 1hour per week with additional activities tomeet organizational goals.RGT 2132Ethical and LegalResponsibilities, 2 cr.Legal terminology, concepts, and principleswill be presented in this course. Topics includemisconduct, malpractice, legal and professionalstandards, and the ASRT scope of practice.The importance of proper documentation andinformed consent is emphasized. This coursewill prepare students to better understandtheir patient, the patient’s family, and professionalpeers through comparison of diversepopulations based on their value systems,cultural and ethnic influences, communicationsstyles, socioeconomic influences, health risks,and life stages. 2 hours lecture.RGT 2147Clinical Education IV, 7 cr.This course involves clinical practice and instructionin a clinical affiliate. Areas includedare patient care and management, radiationprotection, operation of equipment and radiologicprocedures. Students are scheduled forthree 8-hour days per week for the duration ofthe semester. Shift assignments vary.RGT 2157Clinical Education V, 7 cr.Clinical practice and instruction in a clinicalaffiliate focuses on patient care and management,radiation protection, operation of equipmentand radiologic procedures. Students arescheduled for three 8-hour days per week forthe duration of the semester. Shift assignmentsvary.RGT 2533Radiographic Procedures III,3 cr.The principles and procedures involved inradiographic positioning of the entire craniumand facial bones. Also included is a review ofradiographic anatomy on each procedure. 2hours lecture, 2 hours lab.RGT 2542Radiographic Procedures IV,2 cr.This course is a study of special radiographicprocedures which utilize sterile techniques andspecialized equipment. It also includes basicconcepts of pharmacology. In addition, it alsoincludes principles and procedures involved inradiographic positioning of the reproductivesystems. 2 hours lecture.RGT 2111Radiologic Seminar III, 1 cr.This course is a continuation of RGT 1921. 1hour per week with additional activities tomeet organizational goals.RGT 2121Radiologic Seminar IV, 1 cr.This course is a continuation of RGT 2921. 1hour per week with additional activities tomeet organizational goals.RGT 2911Radiation Biology, 1 cr.This course is a study of biological effects ofradiation upon living matter including geneticand somatic effects. 2 hours lecture.RGT 2921Radiographic Pathology, 1 cr.This course is designed to introduce theoriesof disease causation and the pathophysiologicdisorders that compromise healthy systems.Etiology, pathophysiologic responses, clinicalmanifestations, radiographic appearance,and management of alterations in the bodysystems will be presented. 2 hours lecture.RGT 2932Certification Fundamentals, 2 cr.This course is designed to correlate scientificcomponents of radiography to entrylevelknowledge required by the profession.Prerequisites: All core courses as scheduled.2 hours lecture.RoboticsROT 1113Fundamentals of Robotics, 3 cr.This course is designed to introduce the studentto industrial robots. Topics to be coveredinclude robotics history, industrial robotconfigurations, operation, and basic programming.Prerequisite: EET 1123 AC Circuits. 2hours lecture, 2 hours lab.ROT 1213Industrial Hydraulics, 3 cr.This course introduces the students to basichydraulics, hydraulic actuators, accumulators,valves, pumps, motors, fluids, coolers, andfilters. Emphasis is placed on developmentof hydraulic control circuits and troubleshooting.Basic pneumatics is also covered. 2 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.Surgical Technology160 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 CatalogSUT 1113Fundamentals of SurgicalTechnology, 3 cr.This is a basic introductory course includinghospital and surgical suite organization andenvironment, history, legal responsibilities,terminology, interpersonal relationships,pharmacology, and anesthesia. 2 hours lecture,2 hours lab.SUT 1216Principles of SurgicalTechnique, 6 cr.This course is a comprehensive study of aseptictechnique, safe patient care, and surgical techniques.1 hour lecture, 10 hours lab.SUT 1314Surgical Anatomy, 4 cr.In this course emphasis is placed on thestructure and function of the human body asrelated to surgery. The principles of surgicalanatomy are applied while participating inclinical experience. 4 hours lecture.SUT 1413Surgical Microbiology, 3 cr.This is an introduction to pathogenic microorganismsrelated to surgery and their effecton wound healing and infection. It includesprinciples of sterilization and disinfection. 2hours lecture, 2 hours lab.SUT 1518Basic and Related SurgicalProcedures, 8 cr.This course includes instruction in regionalanatomy, pathology, instrumentation, andsurgical techniques in general surgery, gynecology,obstetrics, and urology. It requiresclinical experience in area hospital surgicalsuites and related departments. 2 hours lecture,12 hours clinical.SUT 1528Specialized SurgicalProcedures, 8 cr.This course includes instruction in regionalanatomy, pathology, instrumentation, andtechniques in surgical specialty areas of ear,nose, and throat; eye; oral and maxillofacialsurgery, pediatrics and plastic. This courserequires clinical experience in area hospitalsurgical suite and related departments. 2 hourslecture, 12 hours clinical.SUT 1538Advanced Surgical Procedures,8 cr.This course includes instruction in regionalanatomy, pathology, instrumentation, andtechniques in surgical specialty areas of orthopedics,neurosurgery, thoracic, peripheralvascular, cardiovascular surgery, and employabilityskills. This course requires clinicalexperience in area hospital surgical suites andrelated departments, and a comprehensivefinal examination. 2 hours lecture, 12 hoursclinical.SUT 1911 Surgical Technology Seminar I,1 cr.This course is designed to facilitate activitiesincorporated in Health Occupation Students ofAmerica and the Surgical Technology Association,as well as other campus organizations.Activities in this course encourage the developmentof leadership skills, an understandingof group dynamics, educational enrichment,community service, and fosters rapport amonghealth education students. 1 hour lecture.SUT 1921Surgical Technology Seminar II,1 cr.This course is a continuation of SUT 1911. 1hour lecture.TelecommunicationsService TechnologyTCT 1113Fundamentals ofTelecommunications, 3 cr.This course is designed as an introductioninto telecommunications. The history of thediscipline is covered as well as concepts andterminology. The intent is to provide thestudent with the broad background necessaryto form an understanding of the discipline. 3hours lecture.TCT 1910 Telecommunications Seminar I,.5 cr.This course is designed to facilitate studentparticipation in various college activities aswell as activities associated with Skills USAand professional organizations related to eachstudent’s goals. The assembly of studentson a regular basis helps to accomplish bothindividual and organizational goals and objectives.Participation in group activities providesstudents with the opportunity to improve theirleadership skills as well as to better serve theircollege and community and to develop rapportwith their peers. 1 hour lab.TCT 1920TelecommunicationsSeminar II, .5 cr.This course is a continuation of TCT 1910.1 hour lab.TCT 1930TelecommunicationsSeminar III, .5 cr.This course is a continuation of TCT 1920.1 hour lab.TCT 1940TelecommunicationsSeminar IV, .5 cr.This course is a continuation of TCT 1930.1 hour lab.TCT 2214Telephone Systems, 4 cr.This course provides information and handsonexperience in installation, operation,troubleshooting, and repair of commercialuse telephone systems including analog anddigital key systems. Prerequisite: TCT 1113Fundamentals of Telecommunications. 3 hourslecture, 2 hours lab.TCT 2314Digital Communications 1, 4 cr.Basic theories and concepts of Analog andDigital pulse communications to include PulseAmplitude Modulation, Pulse Width Modulation,Pulse Position Modulation, and PulseCode Modulation are covered in this course.Additionally, digital clock oscillator circuits,161

Course Descriptions: Welding and Cutting TechnologyAnalog to Digital converters, and Digital toAnalog converters are covered. Prerequisites:EET 1214 Digital Circuits. 2 hours lecture, 4hours lab.TCT 2324Digital Communications II, 4 cr.Theories and concepts of data communications,design, and implementation are covered in thiscourse. Different modulation systems will beexamined, with emphasis on the use of filteringto eliminate unwanted distortion. Prerequisites:TCT 2314 Fundamentals of DigitalCommunications. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab.TCT 2414Microwave and SatelliteCommunications, 4 cr.This course is designed to help the studentunderstand the application of and develop theskills associated with microwave and satelliteapplications in the telecommunications industry.Prerequisites: TCT 2214 Telephone Systemsand EET 1314 Solid State Devices and Circuits.3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab.TCT 2424Network Systems, 4 cr.Networking fundamentals, voice networking,LANs, and the Internet are covered inthis course. Students will also learn aboutthe upgrading of computers to support LANtechnology. Prerequisite: TCT 2324 DigitalCommunications. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab.TCT 2913Special Project, 3 cr.Instructor and student work closely to selecta project which will enhance the student’slearning experience and through which thestudent participates in practical applicationsof the skills and knowledge gained in telecommunicationsor telecommunications-relatedtechnical courses. 6 hours lab.TCT 2923Supervised Work Experience,3 cr.This cooperative program between industryand education is designed to integrate the student’stechnical studies with industrial experience.135 industrial contact hours are requiredto earn the 3 credit hours. Prerequisites: TCT1113 Fundamentals of Telecommunicationsand TCT 2214 Telephone Systems. 6 hours lab.CST 2113Computer Servicing Lab, 3 cr.This course is designed to introduce the studentto the fundamentals of computer servicing.Topics covered include configuration, testequipment usage, basic disassembly andassembly methods, preliminary tests and diagnostics,schematic interpretation, and buildingcables. Co-requisite EET 1324 Microprocessors.6 hours lab.Welding and cuttingTechnologyWLV 1116 Shielded Metal Arc Welding I,6 cr.This course is designed to teach studentswelding techniques using E-6010 electrodes.1 hour lecture, 10 hours lab.WLV 1124 Gas Metal Arc Welding, 4 cr.This course is designed to give the studentexperience in various welding applicationswith the GMAW welder including shortcircuiting and/or pulsed transfer. 1 hourlecture, 6 hours lab.WLV 1136 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, 6 cr.This course is designed to give the student experiencein various welding applications usingthe GTAW process. 1 hour lecture, 10 hours lab.WLV 1143 Flux Core Arc Welding, 3 cr.This course is designed to give the studentexperience using FCAW process. 1 hour lecture,4 hours lab.WLV 1171 Welding Safety, Inspection andTesting Principles, 1 cr.This course is designed to give the studentexperience in safety procedures, inspectionand testing of welds. 2 hours lab.WLV 1226 Shielded Metal Arc Welding II,6 cr.This course is designed to teach students weldingtechniques using E-7018 electrodes. 1 hourlecture, 10 hours lab.WLV 1232 Drawing and Welding SymbolsInterpretation, 2 cr.This course is designed to give the studentexperience in reading welding symbolsand drawings. 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab.WLV 1314 Cutting Processes, 4 cr.This course is designed to give the studentexperience in oxyfuel cutting principles andpractices, air carbon cutting and gouging,and plasma arc cutting. 2 hours lecture, 4hours lab.WLV 1914 Special Problem in Welding andCutting Technology, 4 cr.A course to provide students with an opportunityto utilize skills and knowledge gained inother Welding and Cutting Technology courses.The instructor and student work closely togetherto select a topic and establish criteria forcompletion of the project. 8 hours lab.Work-Based LearningWBL 191(1-3), 192(1-3), 193(1-3), 291(1-3),292(1-3), 293(1-3)Work-Based Learning I, II, III, IV, V, VIA structured work-site learning experience inwhich the student, program area teacher, Work-Based Learning coordinator and work-site supervisor/mentordevelop and ensure the student isproficient in general and job specific competencies.This experience is designed to integrate thestudent’s academic and technical skills into a workenvironment. 1-3 semester credit hours awardedfor a 3-9 hours per week externship. Prerequisite:Concurrent enrollment in Career and TechnicalEducation program area courses.162 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalog

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Faculty & Staff DirectoryFaculty & Staff Directory: B - EALLEN, Michael; Director of Housekeeping.ALLEN, Sheryl; Associate Degree NursingInstructor; A.A., Meridian Community College;B.S.N., M.S.N., University of Southern Mississippi;Ph.D.(c), University of Southern Mississippi.ALSOBROOKS, Wendie; Nurse Assistant Instructor;A.A., Meridian Community College; B.S.N.,University of Southern Mississippi.ANDERSON, Cindy; Practical Nursing Instructor;B.S.N.; University of Mississippi Medical Center;M.S.N.; University of Central Florida.ANDERSON, Lynne; Biology Instructor; A.A.,Meridian Community College; B.S., M.S., MississippiState University.ARINDER, George; Clinical Coordinator and RadiologyInstructor; A.A.S., Meridian Community College;B.S.B.A., University of Southern Mississippi.ARINDER, Steve; Respiratory Therapy ProgramCoordinator/Instructor; A.A., Hinds CommunityCollege; B.S., University of Mississippi; M.P.H.,University of Southern Mississippi.ARNSDORFF, Brenda; Information SystemsTechnology Program Instructor; B.B.A., M.S.,Mississippi State University.ATKINSON, Robert; Radio Program Director/Sports Information Director; A.A., Meridian CommunityCollege.ATKINSON, Sander; Associate Dean for StudentServices; B.S., Eastern Kentucky University; M.S.,East Tennessee State University.BALL, Anthony; Campus Police Officer.BARANELLO, Pamela; Administrative Assistant,Institutional Advancement Office; A.A., MeridianCommunity College; B.B.A., Mississippi StateUniversity.BARLOW, Richard; Industrial MaintenanceTechnician Instructor; A.A.S., Meridian CommunityCollege.BAZYARI, Reza; General Maintenance; A.A., EastCentral Community College.BEAL, Billy; Dean of Learning Resources, HeadLibrarian; A.B., Loyola University of Chicago; M.S.,Simmons College.BECKMAN, Curtis; Information Systems TechnologyProgram Coordinator/Instructor; A.A.S.,Meridian Community College.BEDDINGFIELD, Robert; Carpenter.BEDDINGFIELD, Sheryl; Associate DegreeNursing Instructor; B.S.N., M.S.N., University ofSouthern Mississippi; CNE.BEELAND, Carolyn; Administrative Assistant tothe President.BENDER, Amelia; Financial Aid Specialist; A.A.,Meridian Community College.BISHOP, Barbara; Wellness and Fitness Coordinator/Wellness and Fitness Instructor; A.A.,Meridian Community College; B.S., MississippiUniversity for Women; M.S., Mississippi State University.BISHOP III, Edward; WEXR Account Executive;B.S., Jackson State UniversityBISHOP, Stanley; Industrial Maintenance Instructor;Certificate, Meridian Community College.BISHOP, Valerie; Chair, Science, Fitness and WellnessDivision/Biology Instructor; B.S., GeorgetownCollege; M.S., University of Kentucky.BOLES, Daniel; Choral & Instrumental Specialist;A.A., Meridian Community College; B.A., MississippiState University.BOLES, Don; Administrative Computing Programmer;A.A., Meridian Community College.BONNER, Marvin; Building Custodian.BOONE, Gabrielle; Associate Degree NursingInstructor; A.A., Meridian Community College;B.S.N., University of Southern Mississippi.BOOTHE, Morgan; English Instructor; B.A.,Samford University; M.A.T., University of WestAlabama.BOYKIN, Teresa; Associate Degree NursingInstructor; A.D.N., A. A., Meridian CommunityCollege; B.S.N., University of Mississippi; M.S.N.,University of Southern Mississippi.BRADLEY, Cedric; English Instructor; A.A.,Meridian Community College; B.A., Universityof Southern Mississippi; M.A., Ph.D., MississippiState University.BRADLEY-TUBBS, Constance; Associate DegreeNursing Instructor; A.A., Meridian CommunityCollege; B.S.N., M.S.N., University of SouthernMississippi.BRADLEY, Nedra; Financial Aid Director; A.A.,Meridian Community College; B.S., M.B.A., MississippiState University.BRAND, Amy; Associate Vice President forFinance; B.S.B.A., Mississippi College; M.B.A.,Mississippi College.BRAND, Connie; History Instructor; B.S., LivingstonUniversity; M.Ed., Livingston University.BRAND, Samuel Todd; Chair, Communicationsand Fine Arts Division/ Speech Instructor; B.S.,M.S., Mississippi College; Ph.D., Mississippi StateUniversity.BRANTLEY, Mitch; Guitar Instructor/ShowchoirBand Director; A.A., Hinds Community College;B.M.E., M.M., University of Southern Mississippi.BROOKS, Phillip; Director of AdministrativeComputing; B.S., Mississippi State University.BROOKSHIRE, Kathy; Director of InstitutionalAdvancement; A.A., Meridian Community College;B.S., Mississippi State University.BROWN, Curtis; Campus Police Officer; B.S.,University of West Alabama.BROWN, Stephanie; Biology Instructor; B.S.,University of Southern Mississippi; M.S., MississippiState University.BROWN, Stuart; Drafting and Design TechnologyCoordinator/Instructor; A.A., Meridian CommunityCollege; B.S., Mississippi State University; M.Ed.,University of West Alabama.BRUBAKER, Paula; Associate Degree NursingInstructor; B.S.N., Seattle University; M.S.N.,Mississippi University for Women.BRYAN, Jenny; Academic Coordinator of ClinicalEducation/Instructor, Physical Therapist AssistantProgram; A.A., Meridian Community College; B.A.,University of Mississippi.BUIE, Tracy; English Instructor; B.S., Universityof Alabama; M.A., University of Alabama at Birmingham.BULLOCK, Ronald; Associate Degree NursingInstructor; A.A., Meridian Community College;B.S.N., M.S.N., University of Southern Mississippi.BURNS, Annie; Chair, Language & LiteratureDivision, English Instructor; B.A., Mississippi ValleyState University; M.Ed., Ed.S., Ph.D., MississippiState University.BURNSIDE, Barbara; Assistant to the AssociateVice President for Workforce Education; A.A.,Meridian Community College.CALDERON, Beth; Spanish Instructor; B.S., MississippiState University; M.A.T.L., University ofSouthern Mississippi.CAMPBELL, Brooke; Associate Degree NursingInstructor; A.A., Meridian Community College;B.S.N., Mississippi University for Women; M.S.N.,William Carey University.CAPPS, Bradley; Assistant Chief of CampusPolice.CARRAWAY, Angela; Chemistry Instructor; B.S.,M.S., Mississippi State University; Ph.D., Universityof Alabama.CHANDLER, Mark; Hotel and RestaurantManagement Technology Program Coordinator/Instructor; Food and Beverage MerchandisingCertificate; Food and Beverage Manager ProgramDegree; A.A., Meridian Community College;SERVSAFE certified, National Restaurant Association;BARCODE certified, National RestaurantAssociation.CHANDLER, Melanie; Accounts Receivable Specialist;Certificate, Harry M. Ayers State TechnicalCollege.CHURCH, Teresa; Associate Degree Nursing Instructor;A.A., Meridian Community College; B.S.,M.S.N., University of Southern Mississippi.CLANTON, Chandler; Biology Instructor; A.A.,Jones County Junior College; B.S., Mississippi StateUniversity; M.A.T., Mississippi State University.CLARK, Sandy; Marketing Management TechnologyProgram Coordinator/Instructor; B.S.,Mississippi State University.CLOPTON, Sherri; Practical Nursing Instructor;A.A., Meridian Community College; B.S., Universityof Southern Mississippi.164 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 CatalogCOKER, Victor; Administrative ComputingProgrammer.COLE, Margarette; WIN Center ComputerInstructor; A.A., Meridian Community College;A.A., East Mississippi Community College; B.S.,Franklin University.COLE, Sybil; Production/Promotions Secretary;Certificate, A.A., A.A.S., Meridian CommunityCollege; B.A., Mississippi State University.COLE, Timothy; Eagles’ Nest Bookstore InventoryClerk; A.A., Meridian Community College; B.S.,Franklin University.COLEMAN, Jamila; ABE/GED Instructor; B.A.,University of Southern Mississippi.COLLUM, Lara; Program Coordinator, PracticalNursing; A.A., Meridian Community College;B.S.N., University of Southern Mississippi; M.S.N.,Alcorn State University.COMBS, Amanda; Building Custodian.CONNER, LaTonia; Admissions Specialist; A.A.S.,Meridian Community College.COOK, Larry; Electronics Technology ProgramCoordinator/Instructor; B.S.E.E., Oklahoma StateUniversity.COOKSEY, Heather; Nursing Advisor; B.S., Universityof Southern Mississippi; M.S., Universityof Southern Mississippi.COOPER, Preston; Webmaster; A.A., A.A.S.,Meridian Community College; B.A., MississippiState University.COUGHLIN, Richard; Business and Office TechnologyInstructor; B.S., M.S., Ph.D., MississippiState University.COWARD, Kim; Sociology Instructor; B.A.,University of Mississippi; M.S., Mississippi StateUniversity.CRAFT, Sheryl; Associate Degree Nursing Instructor;B.S.N., University of Mississippi; M.S.N.,University of Alabama, Birmingham.CRANE, Holly; Associate Degree Nursing Instructor;A.D.N., Meridian Community College; B.S.N.,M.S.N., University of Southern Mississippi.CRAWFORD, Ginger; Evening Coordinator; A.A.,Meridian Community College; B.A., MississippiState University; M.A.T., The University of WestAlabama.CRENSHAW, Tonya; Student Services Secretary;A.A., Meridian Community College.CROSS, Adrian; Campus Life Coordinator; B.S.,Mississippi University for Women.CROSS, Sandra; Associate Degree NursingInstructor; A.A., Meridian Community College;B.S., University of Southern Mississippi; M.S.N.,Mississippi University for Women.CULLUM, Terry; I.S. Support Specialist; A.A.S.,Meridian Community College.DAUPHINE, James; Social Science Instructor;B.A., M.A., University of Southwestern Louisiana;Ph.D., University of Mississippi.DAVIDSON, Kimberly; Student Loan Assistant;A.A., Meridian Community College.DAVIDSON, William; Mathematics Instructor;B.S., University of West Alabama; M.A.T., MississippiState University.DAVIS, Amelia; Bookstore Clerk/Special Services;B.S., University of West Alabama.DAVIS, Betty; Dean, Nursing; A.A., MeridianCommunity College; B.S., M.S.N., Ph.D., Universityof Southern Mississippi; CNE.DAVIS, Brandon; Telecommunications Specialist;A.A.S., Meridian Community College.DELK, Diane; Accountant; A.A., Jones CountyJunior College; B.S., Mississippi State University;C.P.A.DENTON, Kim; Duplication Technician.DENTON, Ray; Associate Dean of LearningResources; A.A., Meridian Community College;B.S., University of Southern Mississippi; M.S.,Lasalle University; M.S., Ph.D., Mississippi StateUniversity.DeVANEY, Toni; Secretary of Academic Affairs;A.A.S., Meridian Community College.DRAKE, Cedric; Men’s Basketball Coach; A.A.,Meridian Community College; B.S., AuburnUniversity-Montgomery.DREYFUS, Sylvia; Mathematics Instructor; B.S.,M.S., University of Mississippi.165

Faculty & Staff Directory: D - HFaculty & Staff Directory: H - MDUCK, Haley; E-Learning Assistant; B.S., Universityof Southern Mississippi.EDWARDS, Chris; Director, Telecommunications;B.A., University of Mississippi.EDWARDS, Kathleen; Administrative Assistantfor SACS Compliance; A.A.S., A.A., Meridian CommunityCollege.ELLIOTT, Scott; President; B.S., University ofTexas; M.S., East Texas State University; Ed.D.,University of Florida.ENGLEN, Keith; Groundskeeper.ENNIS, Kimberly; Physical Therapist AssistantProgram Coordinator/Instructor; A.A., HolmesCommunity College; B.S., University of MississippiMedical Center; M.H.S., Mississippi College.ESPEY, Shellye; Human Resources Coordinator;A.A., Meridian Community College; B.S.B.A.,University of Southern Mississippi.ETHRIDGE, Kristy; Nurses Assistant Coordinator/Instructor; A.A., Meridian Community College.EVANS, Terrance; Building Custodian.FERGUSON, Lucy; Speech Instructor; B.A., M.S.,University of Southern Mississippi.FITZGERALD, Laura; Associate Degree NursingInstructor; Diploma, Matty Hersee Schoolof Nursing; B.S., M.S.N., University of SouthernMississippi.FONTENOT, David; Eaglenet Administrator; A.A.,Meridian Community College.FOREMAN, Adam; General Maintenance; A.A.,East Central Community College.FORTSON, Brenda; Career & Technical SupportServices Coordinator; A.A., Meridian CommunityCollege; B.S., M.S., Ed.S., Mississippi StateUniversity,FOWLER, Robert; English Instructor; B.A.,French, University of Southern Mississippi; M.A.,English, University of Southern Mississippi.FOX, Everette; Campus Police Officer.FOX, Robin; Student Accounts Supervisor; A.A.,Meridian Community College.GANDY, Zielda; Program Coordinator/Instructor,Surgical Technology; Certified Surgical Technologist,Baptist Hospital, New Orleans, La; CertifiedFirst Assistant, National Institute of First Assisting.GENTRY, Amy; Associate Degree Nursing Instructor;A.A., Meridian Community College; B.S.N.,M.S.N., University of Southern Mississippi.GEORGE, Alex; Men’s Soccer Coach/Social ScienceInstructor; A.A., East Mississippi CommunityCollege; B.S., University of West Alabama; M.S.,Mississippi State University.GIBSON, Suzanne; Psychology Instructor; A.A.,East Central Community College; B.S., M.Ed., MississippiState University.GILES, Sandra; Purchasing & Accounts PayableSpecialist.GOODIN, Marsha; Building Custodian.GOVAN, Ardra; MCC/NAS Program Coordinator;A.A., Meridian Community College; B.S., AlcornState University.GOWDY, Otis; Commercial Truck Driving ProgramCoordinator/Instructor; B.S., MississippiValley State University; M.S., University of WestAlabama.GRAFTON, Suzanne; Technical Services Librarian;A.A., Hinds Community College; B.A., M.L.S.,University of Southern Mississippi.GRAHAM, Chadwick; Psychology Instructor;B.S., William Carey College; M.Ed., MississippiState University.GRAY, James; GED Examiner/Recruiter; A.A.,Meridian Community College; B.S., MississippiState University.GUNN, Mark; History Instructor; A.A., East CentralCommunity College; B.S., M.A., University ofSouthern Mississippi.GUNN, Robin; Associate Degree Nursing Instructor;A.A., Meridian Community College; B.S.N.,University of Southern Mississippi; M.S.N.; WilliamCarey College.GUNN, Sherry; Career & Technical EducationAdvisor; A.A., East Central Community College;B.S.B.A., University of Southern Mississippi.GUTIERREZ, Vinicio; Director, Campus Landscape;B.S., National University of the Plains,Venezuela.HARALSON, Christopher; Athletic Trainer; A.A.,East Central Community College; B.S., Universityof Southern Mississippi; M.S., Mississippi StateUniversity.HARDY, Chadwick; Workforce DevelopmentComputer Instructor; B.A., Mississippi StateUniversity; M.B.A., Belhaven College.HARRISON, Pam; Assistant to the President forFinance; B.S., Mississippi University for Women;C.P.A.HARWELL, Delia; Dental Hygiene Instructor;A.A.S., Meridian Community College; B.S., Universityof Mississippi Medical Center.HARWELL, Lesley; Carpenter.HATTEN, Neil; Production Center Technician.HATTEN, Webb; Equipment/ Sound Specialist.HEGGIE, Janet; Dean for Business and CommunityDevelopment; B.A., University of Mississippi;M.Ed., Mississippi State University.HEGGIE, Wade; Fitness Center Director, Wellnessand Fitness Instructor; B.B.A., MississippiState University; M.S., University of SouthernMississippi.HENDRIX, Carol; Campus Police Clerk.HENNINGTON, Betty; Associate Degree NursingInstructor; A.A., Jones County Junior College;B.S.N., University of Mississippi; M.S.N., Universityof Florida; Certified Nurse Educator.HERRING, Debra; Radiology Technology ProgramCoordinator/Instructor; A.A., Meridian CommunityCollege; B.S., Mississippi State University;MAT, Mississippi State University.HERRINGTON, Tara; Mathematics Instructor;B.S., Millsaps College; M.S., University of Alabamaat Birmingham.HIGGINBOTHAM, Rebecca; Health InformationTechnology Instructor; A.A., Meridian CommunityCollege; RHIT, CCS, CPC.HILL, Allyson; Telecommunications ServiceTechnology Program Coordinator/Instructor; A.A.,Meridian Community College.HILL, Leia; Lifetime Quest/Arts & Letters Coordinator;B.S., Mississippi University for Women.HOLIFIELD, Stephanie; Accounting Manager;A.A., Meridian Community College; B.S., MississippiState University.HOLLADAY, Phyllis; Mathematics Instructor; A.A.Meridian Community College; B.S., M.S., MississippiState University.HOLLINGSWORTH, Wade; Simulation Lab IT Coordinator;A.A., East Central Community College.HOPKINS, Paulette; Associate Degree NursingInstructor; A.A., Meridian Community College;B.S., University of Southern Mississippi; M.S.N.,University of Mississippi Medical Center; Postgraduate,Emory University.HORN, Bridgette; Campus Police Officer.HORNE, Suzy; Associate Degree Nursing Instructor;B.S.N., Mississippi University for Women;M.S.N., University of Southern Mississippi.HOUSTON, Henry; Building Custodian.HOWSE, Durranda; Associate Degree NursingInstructor; B.S.N., Delta State University; M.S.,University of Southern Mississippi.HOWSE, Tara; Career Center Secretary; A.A., EastCentral Community College; B.S., University ofSouthern Mississippi.HUGGINS, Jafinis; CC Apt. Supervisor; A.A.,Meridian Community College; B.S., University ofSouthern Mississippi.HUGGINS, Jawanda; Biology Instructor; B.S.,University of Southern Mississippi; M.S., MississippiCollege.HULL, Corey; Groundskeeper.HURLEY, Rachel; Thornton Hall Dorm Supervisor;B.S., Mississippi College for Women.HURST, Twyla; Co-Choral Director/Music Instructor;B.S., Mississippi University for Women;M.M.E., University of Southern Mississippi.IRBY, Holly; MLT Education Coordinator; A.A.S.,Meridian Community College; B.S., UniversityMississippi Medical Center.IVEY, Kathy; Practical Nursing Instructor; A.A.,Meridian Community College; B.S.N., M.S.N.,University of Southern Mississippi.166 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 CatalogIZARD, Sylvia; Interpreter for Deaf Students;Mississippi QA Level III; Mississippi State Licensed;Certificate, Hinds Community College.JACKSON, Shwanna; Technical Specialist for FinancialAid; A.A., Meridian Community College.JAMES, Susan; Computer Science Instructor; B.S.,Mississippi State University; M.S., University ofSouthern Mississippi.JENKINS, Lisa; Associate Degree Nursing Instructor;A.A., Meridian Community College; B.S.,M.S.N., University of Southern Mississippi; CNE.JENKINS, Wanda; Building Custodian.JERNIGAN, Doug; Reference Librarian; B.A., MississippiState University; B.S., Middle TennesseeState University; M.L.S., University of SouthernMississippi.JOHNSON, Betty; Switchboard/Admissions Specialist;Certificate, Meridian Community College.JOHNSON, Katie; Fitness Center Secretary;A.A.S., Meridian Community College.JOHNSON, Lacy; Speech Instructor; B.A., KansasState University; M.A., Auburn University.JOHNSON, Matthew; Automotive TechnologyInstructor; A.A.S., East Mississippi CommunityCollege.JOHNSON, Robin; Dental Assisting ProgramCoordinator/Instructor; Certified Dental Assistant;B.S., University of Southern Mississippi.JOHNSON, Sheila; Program Coordinator/ MedicalLab Technology Instructor; A.A., Jones County JuniorCollege; B.S., University of Mississippi MedicalCenter; M.S., University of Southern Mississippi.JOINER, Ryan; Eagle Hall Supervisor; A.A., MeridianCommunity CollegeJONES, Ashley; Registrar/Technical Specialist;A.A., Meridian Community College; B.S., MississippiUniversity for Women.JONES, Barbara; Vice President for Operations;A.A., Meridian Community College; B.S.E., M.E.,Delta State University.JONES, Phyllis; Student Success Center Manager/Reading Instructor; A.A., Meridian CommunityCollege; B.S., Mississippi University for Women.JONES, Robin; Health Information TechnologyInstructor; A.A., Meridian Community College;B.S., University of Southern Mississippi.KENNEDY, Cynthia; Cosmetology ProgramInstructor; State Board Certified.KEY, Ronnie; Golf Coach; B.S., M.S., MississippiState University.KIRKLAND, Willie Mae; Building Custodian.LAFFERTY, Chris; Paramedic Program Coordinator/Instructor;A.A.S., East Central CommunityCollege; B.S., Liberty University.LAGRONE, Wayne; Workforce Project Manager;B.S., M.B.A., Mississippi State University.LANG, Shannon; A.D.N. Lab Skills Coordinator;A.A., Meridian Community College; B.B.A., DeltaState University.LARKIN, Susie; ABE Instructor; A.A., MeridianCommunity College.LEACH, Jai; Campus Police Officer.Le BRUN, Krista; Director of E-Learning; A.A.,Meridian Community College; B.S., MississippiState University; M.A.Ed., University of Phoenix.;Ph.D., University of Alabama.LEWIS, Laura; Wellness and Fitness Instructor;A.A., Meridian Community College; B.S., MississippiState University; M.A.T., University of WestAlabama.LIDDELL, Victoria; EMDC/Entrepreneur ProgramDirector; A.A., Meridian Community College; B.S.,Franklin University.LINDSAY, William; Program Coordinator/Instructor,Director of Dental Programs; A.S., EastCentral Community College; D.D.S., Universityof Tennessee.LONG, Beverly; Associate DegreeNursing Instructor; RN Diploma, Matty HerseeSchool of Nursing; B.S.N., M.S.N., University ofSouthern Mississippi.LOVE, Kipp; Building Custodian.LOYD, Walter; Building Custodian.LYONS, Shonda; Bookstore Service Clerk; A.A.S.,Meridian Community College.MACKRELL, Jennifer; College Recruiter; B.A.,Mississippi State University.167

Faculty & Staff Directory: M - RFaculty & Staff Directory: R-TMAEDA, Joshua Masayuki; English and PhilosophyInstructor; B.A., Belhaven University;M.A., University of Southern Mississippi; M.A.,Mississippi State University.MARSHALL, John; Art Instructor; A.A., MotlowState Community College; B.F.A., Middle TennesseeState University; M.F.A., University of NorthCarolina at Greensboro.MARTIN, Carolyn; Data Entry Specialist; Certificate,Meridian Community College.MARTIN, Larry; Building Custodian.MARTIN, Lowell; Study Skills Instructor; A.A.,Meridian Community College; B.A., Millsaps College;M.A., California State University, DominguesHills.MARTIN, Michelle; Associate Degree NursingInstructor; A.A., Meridian Community College;M.S.N., University of Southern Mississippi.MAY, Becky; Associate Degree Nursing Instructor;A.A., Meridian Community College; B.S., M.S.,University of Southern Mississippi.MAY, Joshua; Campus Police Officer.MAY, Susan G.; Mathematics Instructor; A.A., EastCentral Community College; B.S., Mississippi StateUniversity; M.A.T., University of West Alabama.MAYATT, Darlene; Career Development CenterDirector; A.A., Meridian Community College.MAYATT, Kristin; Associate Degree NursingInstructor; A.A.S., Meridian Community College;B.S.N., M.S.N., University of Southern Mississippi.McALISTER, Richard; Associate Vice Presidentfor Workforce Education; B.S., M.S., LouisianaTech University; Ph.D., University of Mississippi.McCARTY, Ginny; Chair, Business Division; Business& Office Technology Program Coordinator/Instructor; A.A., Jones County Junior College; B.S.,M.S., University of Southern Mississippi.McCLAIN, Lori; Academic Advisor; A.A., MeridianCommunity College; B.S., M.S., Mississippi StateUniversity.McCLURE, Rita; Circulation Librarian; A.A.,Meridian Community College; B.S., MississippiState University.McELPHIN, Jacqueline; Building Custodian.MCGILBERRY, Jocelyn; Women’s BasketballCoach; B.S., Auburn University.McGOWAN, Annie; Learning Resources Secretary;A.A.S., Meridian Community College.McKAY, Kathy; Nursing Instructor; A.D.N.,Meridian Community College; B.S.N., Universityof Southern Mississippi; M.S.N., Mississippi Universityfor Women.McKEE, Kelly; English Instructor; B.A., Universityof West Alabama; M.A., Mississippi StateUniversity.McKINION, Jill; Business Office Assistant; Certificate,Middle Geogia Technical College.McLEOD, Brenda; Secretary, Nursing and HealthEducation Programs.McNEEL, Kim; Career & Technical SupportServices Coordinator; B.S., M.S., Mississippi StateUniversity.McPHAIL, Wanda; Tennis Coach, Wellness andFitness Instructor; English Instructor; A.A., EastCentral Community College; B.S., MississippiUniversity for Women; M.Ed., Mississippi StateUniversity.McPHERSON, Karen; Dental Hygiene Instructor;A.A., Meridian Community College; B.S., Universityof Mississippi Medical Center.MILES, Jim; Industrial Electricity Program Coordinator/Instructor.MILES, Tammy; Co-Choral Director/MusicInstructor; B.S., M.M.E., University of SouthernMississippi.MILLER, Amelia; Graphics Artist; A.A., MeridianCommunity College.MITCHELL, Arthur; Chair, Student Success Division;B.S., M.A.T., University of West Alabama.MITCHELL, Tracy; Admissions Specialist; A.A.,Mississippi University for Women.MOFFITE, Jerome; Groundskeeper.MOFFITE, Patricia; Building Custodian.MOORE, Rhonda; Associate Degree NursingInstructor; A.A., University of West Alabama; B.S.,M.S.N., University of Southern Mississippi.MORGAN, Lucy; Workforce Project Manager;A.A., Meridian Community College; B.S.B.A.,M.B.A., Mississippi State University.MORGAN, Sally; Assistant to the Associate VicePresident for Workforce Education; A.A.S., MeridianCommunity College.MORRIS, Tonya; Biology Lab Assistant; B.S.,Jackson State UniversityMOSLEY, Derek; Political Science Instructor; A.A.,Meridian Community College; B.S., MississippiState University; J.D., University of Mississippi.MOSLEY, Tamar; Chief GED Examiner; B.B.A.,Mississippi State University; M.S., Ed.S., NovaSoutheastern University.MOSLEY, Tangela; Records Clerk; A.A., MeridianCommunity College.MOSLEY, Tonia; Secretary, Cosmetology; A.A.S.,Meridian Community College.MUNN, Clara; Physical Plant Secretary; A.A.,Meridian Community College.NABORS, Steven; Theater Instructor; B.A., Universityof Washington; M.A., Central WashingtonUniversity.NAYLOR, Lorenzo; Custodian.NELSON, Sandi; Early Childhood TechnologyInstructor; B.S., Pennsylvania State University;M.L.S., State University of New York, Geneseo;M.S.E., Syracuse University.NETTLES, Deborah; Career & Retention Advisor;B.B.A., University of Southern Mississippi; M.B.A.,Mississippi State University.NORMAN, Vanessa; Associate Degree NursingInstructor; A.A., Meridian Community College;B.S.N., M.S.N., GNP-BC., University of SouthernMississippi.OCAMPO, Tanya; Healthcare Data Technology Instructor;AAS, Meridian Community College; RHIT.OLDHAM, Deborah; Health Education Advisor;B.S., Southeastern Louisiana University; M.Ed.,SulRoss State University.PALMER, Cassandra; Graphic Design TechnologyProgram Coordinator/Instructor; A.A., EastMississippi Community College; A.A., MeridianCommunity College; B.F.A., American IntercontinentalUniversity.PARKER, Cathy; Director of Institutional Effectiveness& Accountability; A.A., MeridianCommunity College; B.S., M.Ed., Mississippi StateUniversity.PARKES, Jade; Student Success Center Manager/Study Skills Instructor; A.A., East Central CommunityCollege; B.A., M.Ed., University of Mississippi.PAYNE, Angela; Director of Admissions; B.S.,Texas A&M, Commerce; M.B.A., University ofDallas.PICKARD, Angela; Payroll Specialist; A.A.,Meridian Community College; B.S., MississippiState University.PIERCE, Becky; Webb Hall/EMDC SecretaryPIERCE, Bill; Telecommunications Specialist.POWE, Krystal; Chair, Health Education Division;Health Information Technology Program Coordinator/Instructor;A.A., Meridian Community College;B.S., Mississippi State University; RHIT, CCS.PRATT, Lauren; Marketing Specialist; B.A., MississippiState University.PRICE Jr., Charlie; Building Custodian.RAINER, Candace; Division Chair/ Math Instructor;B.S., M.S., Mississippi State University.RAINEY, David; Theater Technician.RASCO, Charlotte; Administrative AccountingAssistant; A.A., Meridian Community College;B.A., B.S., Mississippi State University.REESE, Joy; Admissions Specialist; A.A.S., MeridianCommunity College.REEVES, John; Sociology Instructor; B.A., Universityof Mississippi; M.A., University of Alabama;M.S., Mississippi State University.RIGBY, Annette; Associate Degree NursingInstructor; B.S.N., Delta State University; M.S.N.,University of Southern Mississippi; CNE, WOCN.RIGDON, Jimmy; Commercial Truck DrivingInstructor; A.A., University of Phoenix.RIGDON, Katherine; Associate Degree NursingInstructor; A.A.,Meridian Community College;B.S.N., M.S.N., University of Southern Mississippi.ROBERTS, Jonathan; Building Custodian.168 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013–2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 CatalogROBERTS, Melissa; Accounting Instructor; A.A.,Meridian Community College; B.P.A., M.B.A., MississippiState University, C.P.A.ROBINSON, Faith; Head Softball Coach; B.S.Mississippi State University.ROBINSON, Nan; Chair, Industrial TechnologyDivision; Work-Based Learning Program Coordinatorand College Career Planning Coordinator; B.A.,Millsaps College.ROGERS, Flora; Evening Building CustodialSupervisor.ROGERS, Paul: Physics Instructor; B.S., MississippiState University; M.A., University of Mississippi.ROWE, LaDonna; FWS/Scholarship/State GrantCoordinator; Certificate, Meridian CommunityCollege; A.A.S., East Central Community College;B.S., Mississippi State University.RUSSELL, Beth; Practical Nursing Instructor;A.A., University of West Alabama; B.S.N., Universityof Alabama; M.S.N., University of SouthAlabama.RUSSELL, Marcia; Associate Degree NursingInstructor; A.A., Meridian Community College;M.S.N., University of Southern Mississippi.SAYERS, Christa; B.S., University of West Alabama;M.S.C.E, University of West Alabama.SELF, Laura; Building Custodian.SHANNON, Lisa; Mathematics Instructor; B.S.,Mississippi State University; M.A.T., University ofWest Alabama.SHUMATE, Winifred; Program Coordinator/Instructor, Early Childhood Education Technology;B.S., M.S., Virginia Tech.SIMMONS, Shane; Welding and Cutting Instructor;A.A., Jones Junior College; B.S., MississippiState University.SIMPSON, Jessica; Associate Degree NursingInstructor; A.D.N, Meridian Community College;B.S.N., University of Southern Mississippi; M.S.N.,University of Southern Mississippi.SMITH, Deanna; Director of Advising & Retention;A.A., Meridian Community College; B.B.A.,Mississippi State University; M.A.T., MississippiState University.SMITH, Carey; Music Instructor; B.M., M.A., AppalachianState University.SMITH, Joy; Administrative Assistant, ContinuingEducation.SMITH, Keith; HVAC Technician; A.A., MeridianCommunity College.SMITH, Lynne; Respiratory Care PractitionerClinical Instructor; A.A.S., Jones County JuniorCollege; B.S., University of Mississippi; M.P.H.,University of Southern Mississippi.SMITH, Megan; FWS/Scholarship State GrantCoordinator; B.A., University of Southern Mississippi;M.P.P.A., Mississippi State University.SMITH, Michael Jr.; .; Women’s Soccer Coach;Wellness/Fitness Instructor; B.A., Delta StateUniversitySMITH, Rhonda; WIA Program Coordinator; B.S.,University of Southern Mississippi.SOLLIE, Diann; Chair, Social Science Division;B.S., University of Southern Mississippi; M.Ed.,Mississippi State University.SPARROW, Veda; Building Custodian.STAMM, Colby; Maintenance/HVAC Serviceman;Certificate, Meridian Community College.STANLEY, Renea; Job Placement/ Career Specialist;A.A.S., Northeast Mississippi CommunityCollege.STERLING, Crystal; Mathematics Instructor; B.S.,Mississippi Valley State University; M.S., MississippiState University.STETTNER, Michelle; Biology Instructor; B.S.,University of Missouri- Columbia; Ph.D., Universityof Alabama-Birmingham.SUDDUTH, Dillon; Head Baseball Coach; B.S.,Southeastern Louisiana University.SUMRALL, Flora; Business and Office Instructor;A.A.S., Meridian Community College; B.S.,University of West Alabama.SUTTON, Kimbly; Library Clerk.SYKES, Brad; Production Center Coordinator;A.A., Meridian Community College.SYLVERA-COOPER, Jana; 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IndexIndexAAbbreviations, 114ABE/GED, 110Academic Calendar, 2Academic Information, 16Academic Standings, 18Accreditation, 5Activities, 22Administrative Officers, 1Admission Appeals, 11Admission/Placement Testing, 11Admissions, 7Adult Basic Education (ABE), 110Advanced Placement Credit, 12Advanced Standing Examinations, 13Advising, 22Allied Health Technology, 131Art, 114Art Gallery, 26Associate Degree Nursing, 102Athletics, 26Attendance, 16Automotive Technology, 95,131Awards, 26BBehavior, 28Biology, 115Board of Trustees, 1Books, 42Broadcast Communication Technology,68,132Business, 68,115Business and MarketingManagementTechnology, 75Business and OfficeTechnology, 132Business and Office Technology, 69CCampus Life, 24Campus Map, 6Campus Security, 31Career Development Center, 110Chemistry, 117Club Eagle, 25College-Level Examination Program (CLEP),12Commercial Truck Driving, 136Commercial Truck Driving Certificate, 96Communication, 119Community and BusinessDevelopment, 110Communityand BusinessDevelopment, 110Community Risk ManagementConcentration, 145Computer Programing Technology, 71Computer Science, 119Computer Servicing Technology, 136Computer Use, 32Construction Trades, 95,134Cosmetology, 71,136Course Descriptions, 114Course Fees, 36Criminal Justice, 118DDeadlines, 43Dean’s Lists, 18Dental Assisting Certificate, 83Dental Hygiene, 139Dental Hygiene Technology, 84Disclaimer, 1Drafting and Design Technology, 96,138Dual/Early Enrollment, 10EEaglenet, 23Early Childhood Education Technology,72,135East Mississippi Development Corporation,110Economics, 119Educational Records, 19Education Psychology, 120Education/Study Skills, 119Electronics Technology, 97,142Emergency Management andCommunications Technology, 80,140Emergency MedicalScience Technology, 143Emergency Medical Technician, 80Emergency Services, 77Emergency Technician Training, 110Engineering, 119English, 119Entrepreneur Develpement Services, 110FFaculty & Staff Directory, 164FAFSA, 43Federal PLUS Loan Program, 46Federal Stafford Loan Summary, 46Federal Supplemental EducationOpportunity Grant (FSEOG), 45Fees, 36Financial Aid, 42Financial Aid Programs, 45Financial Information, 36Fire Administration Concentration, 144Fire Protection Technology, 78,144Fitness Center, 25Foreign Language, 122FSEOG, 45GGeneral Education/Academic Affairs, 59Geography, 120GPA, 16Grade Review Policy, 16,17Grades, 16Graduating from MCC, 17Graphic Design Technology, 145Graphic Design Technology, 74HHealth Care Assistant, 146Health Education, 83Health Information Technology, 85,146History, 120History of Meridian Community College, 5Hotel and Restaurant Management Technology,147Hotel/Restaurant Management Technology,74Housing, 23IIdentification Card, 31Industrial Electricity, 148Industrial Maintenance Trades, 98,98Industrial Technology, 95Information, 5Information Systems Technology, 70,150Intramural Sports, 26JJournalism, 121Lleadership, 121Leadership Training, 25Learning and Lifetime Skills, 121Learning Resources, 26Lost and Found, 31MMachine Tool Technology, 152Mail Service, 24Marketing Management Technology, 152Mathematics, 121MCC Foundation Scholarships, 49Medical Laboratory Technology, 87,88,152Medical Office Technology, 76MESG, 46Millwright Technology, 100Mission of Meridian Community College, 5Mississippi Eminent Scholars Grant (MESG),46Mississippi Tuition Assistance Grant (MTAG),45Modern Foreign Language, 122MTAG, 45Music, 123NNail Technician Certificate program, 77Non-degree and Non-credit Admission, 9Nursing, 102Nursing, Associate Degree, 154OOccupational Education Courses, 131PPaying for Classes, 42Pell Grant, 45Physical Sciences, 126Physical Therapist Assistant, 89,156Placement Testing, 11Political Science, 127Practical Nursing, 155Practical Nursing Certificate, 106172 www.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 Catalogwww.meridiancc.edu • Meridian Community College • 2013-2014 CatalogPrecision Manufacturing and MachiningTechnology, 156President's and Dean's Lists, 18Privacy, 18Programs of Study, 58Psychology, 127Publications, 25QQuality Points & GPA, 16RRadiologic Technology, 159Radiologic Technology (X-ray), 91Reading, 127Refund Policy, 44Registering for Classes, 12Registration, 7Residency Status, 11Respiratory Care Practitioner, 92,158Rights, Responsibilities & Policies, 28Robotics, 160SSchedule Changes, 14Scholarship Classifications, 48Security, 31Sexual Harassment, 32Sign Language, 148Sociology, 128Spanish, 128Special Admissions, 11Special Interest Groups, 25Speech, 128Student Appeals, 30Student Organizations, 24Student Services, 22Student Success Center, 26Surgical Technology, 161Surgical Technology Certificate, 94TTechnical Advanced Placement Credit, 13Telecommunications Service Technology,161Transcript, 18Transfer Admissions, 9Transfer Courses, 114Transient Students, 9IndexTruck Driving, 136Tuition, 36UUniversity Transfer, 59University Transfer Programs, 59VVeterans' Affairs, 22WWelcome from the President, 4Welding and CuttingTechnology, 101Welding Technology, 162Wellness and Fitness, 128Withdrawing from MCC, 14Work-Based Learning, 162Workforce Development, 110Workforce Investment ActFunds (WIA), 46XX-ray, 91173

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