May 01, 2024  
2021-2022 Catalog 
    
2021-2022 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Schoolcraft College offers over 700 courses to help you reach your personal and professional goals. Students can take classes taught by our highly qualified faculty members and earn credits toward a certificate or degree at any of our four locations or through a variety of online options. Learn more at our Course Formats page.

 

Philosophy

  
  • PHIL 277 - Ethical Problems


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: In this course the student will be introduced to a variety of ethical theories as discussed by classical and contemporary moralists. The course experience also provides for an application of these theories to modern moral questions through a process of critical thinking to explore alternate solutions to present day moral problems.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Humanities
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
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Pharmacy Technician

  
  • PHT 102 - Pharmacy Practice and Healthcare


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Contact Hours: 4
    Description: This course will provide pharmacy technician students with an overview of pharmacy within the health care system and the roles of pharmacy technicians in various practice settings. Specific activities of a pharmacy technician will be discussed and applied, as well as the laws that guide the work of a pharmacy technician. Contemporary issues in various practice settings within a pharmacy environment will be investigated. Educational requirements of a pharmacy technician and potential career paths will be explored as part of a developmental plan created during this course. All students in the Pharmacy Technician programs must meet the requirements of a criminal background check and drug screen before completing the required practical experiences.

    Prerequisites: MATH 053   with a minimum grade of 2.0 or a minimum score of 19 ACT-Math, 25 SAT-Math, 78 CPT-Elementary Algebra, or 250 NGA-Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra and Statistics. ENG 055  with a minimum grade of 2.0 or minimum score of 18 ACT-English, 25 SAT-Writing and Language, 71 CPT-Sentence Skills or 250 NGA-Writing. COLLS 053  with a minimum grade of 2.0 or minimum score of 18 ACT-English, 25 SAT-Writing and Language, 70 CPT-Sentence Skills or 250 NGA-Writing.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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    Students who already have this knowledge or certification may qualify for prior learning credit. https://www.schoolcraft.edu/student-records/prior-learning-credits
  
  • PHT 104 - Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course provides an overview of principles of pharmacology pertaining to medications used in the management of diseases. Basic anatomy and physiology will be explored relevant to the pharmacy technician’s role and level of expected understanding. Diagnostic procedures and laboratory tests related to the diagnosis of diseases will be reviewed. Students will learn the indications, precautions, side effects and actions of drugs in therapeutic categories that act within physiological systems. All students in the Pharmacy Technician programs must meet the requirements of a criminal background check and drug screen before completing the required practical experiences.

    Prerequisites: MATH 053  with a minimum grade of 2.0 or a minimum score of 19 ACT-Math, 25 SAT-Math, 78 CPT-Elementary Algebra, or 250 NGA-Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra and Statistics. ENG 055  with a minimum grade of 2.0 or minimum score of 18 ACT-English, 25 SAT-Writing and Language, 71 CPT-Sentence Skills or 250 NGA-Writing. COLLS 053  with a minimum grade of 2.0 or minimum score of 18 ACT-English, 25 SAT-Writing and Language, 70 CPT-Sentence Skills or 250 NGA-Writing.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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    Students who already have this knowledge or certification may qualify for prior learning credit. https://www.schoolcraft.edu/student-records/prior-learning-credits
  
  • PHT 114 - Community Pharmacy Simulation Lab


    Credits: 5
    Lecture Contact Hours: 1
    Lab Contact Hours: 4
    Description: This course is structured as a combination of a simulation lab and relevant lecture that will focus on those specific activities of a pharmacy technician that are used in a community pharmacy (drug store) environment. The simulation lab will prepare the pharmacy technician student to effectively operate within a pharmacy in a community setting. Through case studies, students will learn how to receive and process prescriptions or medication orders for completeness, accuracy and authenticity to ensure safety. All students in the Pharmacy Technician programs must meet the requirements of a criminal background check and drug screen before completing the required practical experiences.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: PHT 102  with a minimum grade of 2.5, if not taken previously. PHT 104  with a minimum grade of 2.5, if not taken previously.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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    Students who already have this knowledge or certification may qualify for prior learning credit. https://www.schoolcraft.edu/student-records/prior-learning-credits
  
  • PHT 117 - Community Pharmacy Practicals


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Contact Hours: 2
    Off Site Contact Hours with Faculty: 1.5
    Off Site Contact Hours Without Faculty: 13
    Description: The primary focus of this experiential rotation will be on the role of the pharmacy technician in the community (drug store) pharmacy environment. It will provide students with actual experience in this setting in which they may work as a pharmacy technician. The student will focus on those specific activities of a pharmacy technician that are used in a community pharmacy environment, including processing prescriptions, reconciling billing with insurance companies and interacting with patients. All students in the Pharmacy Technician programs must meet the requirements of a criminal background check and drug screen before completing the required practical experiences.

    Prerequisites: All students must meet the requirements of a criminal background check and drug screen prior to the first day of class.
    Corequisites: PHT 102  with a minimum grade of 2.5, if not taken previously. PHT 104  with a minimum grade of 2.5, if not taken previously. PHT 114  with a minimum grade of 2.5, if not taken previously.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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    Students who already have this knowledge or certification may qualify for prior learning credit. https://www.schoolcraft.edu/student-records/prior-learning-credits
  
  • PHT 122 - Advanced Pharmacy Practice


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Contact Hours: 4
    Description: This advanced level pharmacy technician course will provide pharmacy technician students with a deeper understanding of the dynamic healthcare environment and the opportunities for pharmacy technicians within this environment. Major trends, issues, goals and initiatives taking place in healthcare and the pharmacy profession will be presented and discussed. Supervisory methods, such as motivational theory, conflict management and human resource management, will be discussed in order to prepare the student for next-level supervisory roles within any practice setting. Finally, students will be certified in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, which will round out their skill set for many advanced practice settings.

    Prerequisites: PHT 102  with a minimum grade of 2.5. PHT 104  with a minimum grade of 2.5. PHT 114  with a minimum grade of 2.5 and PHT 117  with a minimum grade of 2.5 or PHT 124  with a minimum grade of 2.5 and PHT 127  with a minimum grade of 2.5.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only
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  • PHT 124 - Hospital Pharmacy Simulation Lab


    Credits: 5
    Lecture Contact Hours: 1
    Lab Contact Hours: 4
    Description: This course is structured as a combination of a simulation lab and relevant lecture that will focus on those specific activities of a pharmacy technician that are used in an institutional (e.g., hospital) environment. The simulation lab will prepare the pharmacy technician student to effectively operate within a pharmacy in an institutional compounding setting. Students will learn how to prepare medications requiring simple, moderate and high level sterile and non-sterile compounding as defined by current standards. All students in the Pharmacy Technician programs must meet the requirements of a criminal background check and drug screen before completing the required practical experiences.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: PHT 102  with a minimum grade of 2.5, if not taken previously. PHT 104  with a minimum grade of 2.5, if not taken previously.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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    Students who already have this knowledge or certification may qualify for prior learning credit. https://www.schoolcraft.edu/student-records/prior-learning-credits
  
  • PHT 127 - Hospital Pharmacy Practicals


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Contact Hours: 2
    Off Site Contact Hours with Faculty: 1.5
    Off Site Contact Hours Without Faculty: 13
    Description: The primary focus of this experiential rotation will be on the role of the pharmacy technician in the institutional (hospital) setting. It will provide students with actual experience in this setting in which they may work as a pharmacy technician. The student will focus on those specific activities of a pharmacy technician that are used in a hospital environment, such as aseptic compounding techniques for intravenous admixtures, including calculations required for accurate medication compounding. All students in the Pharmacy Technician programs must meet the requirements of a criminal background check and drug screen before completing the required practical experiences.

    Prerequisites: All students must meet the requirements of a criminal background check and drug screen prior to the first day of class
    Corequisites: PHT 102  with a minimum grade of 2.5, if not taken previously. PHT 104  with a minimum grade of 2.5, if not taken previously. PHT 124  with a minimum grade of 2.5, if not taken previously.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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    Students who already have this knowledge or certification may qualify for prior learning credit. https://www.schoolcraft.edu/student-records/prior-learning-credits

Physical Education

  
  • PE 104 - Physical Fitness and Conditioning


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Contact Hours: 1
    Lab Contact Hours: 1
    Description: This course stresses vigorous body conditioning through progressive exercises, stretching, weight machine and free weight use. Cardiovascular fitness will be emphasized.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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  • PE 106 - Beginning Swimming


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Contact Hours: 1
    Lab Contact Hours: 1
    Description: This course is for the student who has little or no skill and knowledge of swimming techniques. Fundamental instruction in the basic swimming strokes, including front crawl, back crawl, elementary back stroke, side stroke, elementary diving and water safety skills will be introduced.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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  • PE 111 - Introduction to Kinesiology


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This lecture course will introduce the student to a conceptual model of kinesiology, the sub-disciplines within kinesiology, and how the sub-disciplines contribute to our understanding of the broad spectrum of human physical activity. Topics to be covered include: 1) a holistic overview of human physical activity, 2) understanding how physical activity is studied, 3) the introduction of possible careers in kinesiology and 4) the responsibilities of a kinesiology professional.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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  • PE 112 - Introduction to Exercise Physiology


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course will introduce the student through lecture and practical demonstration to the fundamentals of exercise physiology. The topics will include cardiorespiratory, neuromuscular and endocrine anatomy; systems physiology; basic nutrition; metabolic pathways; and energy expenditure.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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  • PE 114 - Pilates Mat Work


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Contact Hours: 1
    Lab Contact Hours: 1
    Description: This course offers students an effective conditioning program for the entire body using a series of floor exercises to increase mobility, strength, flexibility and concentration. The exercise program is designed for those who want to improve core strength to maintain a healthy back, to ease into exercise and to improve posture and balance; it provides challenge with little to no impact to joints. Proper breathing and correct spinal alignment will be emphasized.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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  • PE 115 - Aerobic Dance Fitness


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Contact Hours: 1
    Lab Contact Hours: 1
    Description: Instruction will stress the development of an individual’s aerobic capacity and cardiovascular endurance through aerobic dance and dance exercise.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only
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  • PE 116 - Intermediate Swimming


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Contact Hours: 1
    Lab Contact Hours: 1
    Description: For students who have the ability to swim two lengths of the pool and stay afloat for three minutes. Designed to increase skill and knowledge in the basic swimming strokes, diving and water safety skills. Some stroke variations and synchronized swimming techniques may be covered.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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  • PE 121 - First Aid and Personal Safety


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Contact Hours: 2
    Description: This course introduces accident prevention and care of victims using emergency-skill procedures. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for infant, child and adult and Automated External Defibrillator (A.E.D.) use will be presented. American Red Cross Certification Cards will be awarded to those successfully completing the requirements.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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  • PE 132 - Beginning Tennis


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Contact Hours: 1
    Lab Contact Hours: 1
    Description: This course provides students with a basic history of tennis, techniques, fundamental skills, strategy, rules and the opportunity to participate in a competitive situation.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Spring Only
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  • PE 141 - Basketball


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Contact Hours: 1
    Lab Contact Hours: 1
    Description: This course covers the history of the sport, basic techniques, fundamental skills, strategy and rules and gives students the opportunity to participate in a competitive situation.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only
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  • PE 143 - Fitness Tests and Measurements


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 2
    Lab Contact Hours: 1
    Description: This course will introduce the student through lecture and practical demonstration to various fitness assessment protocols. Students will learn to critically analyze why a particular fitness test is utilized, the standard procedures for conducting the test and the analysis of the test results.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: PE 112 

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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  • PE 147 - Exercise Techniques


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 2
    Lab Contact Hours: 1
    Description: This course will introduce the student to proper resistance, cardiovascular, flexibility and neuromotor exercise techniques. Instructional method options will be introduced to facilitate teaching in both one-on-one and group exercise settings. This class will also provide instruction in how to lead and manage group exercise classes.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: PE 112 

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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  • PE 153 - Volleyball


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Contact Hours: 1
    Lab Contact Hours: 1
    Description: This course exposes students to the fundamentals and game strategies used in the game of volleyball. Emphasis will be placed on basic skills such as serving, passing and blocking. Students will have the opportunity to participate in competitive situations.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Spring Only
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  • PE 194 - Weight Training


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Contact Hours: 1
    Lab Contact Hours: 1
    Description: Various methods of weight training for both men and women are taught. Proper lifting techniques learned. The concept of “total fitness and body awareness” is stressed.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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  • PE 202 - Lifestyle Fitness - Wellness


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Contact Hours: 1
    Lab Contact Hours: 1
    Description: This course will introduce the student through lecture and practical demonstration to the various methods and benefits of physical and emotional fitness/wellness activities. A wide variety of topics pertinent to the physical and mental health and well-being of the individual will be presented and practiced, providing the framework for the student to make sound health choices.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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  • PE 207 - Facilities Operations


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course will introduce the student to the full spectrum of fitness facility operations. Topics will include marketing, membership, budgeting, staffing, facility design, equipment selection, standard operation procedures, facility programming and risk management.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: PE 111 

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only
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  • PE 212 - Applied Exercise Physiology


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 2
    Lab Contact Hours: 1
    Description: This course will introduce the student through lecture and practical demonstration how to integrate exercise physiology, personal assessment data, exercise technique, standardized exercise guidelines and client goals into appropriate individual and group workout program designs across multiple fitness populations. Health behavior change models and interview and counseling techniques will be presented to help facilitate instructor-client communications.

    Prerequisites: PE 112 . PE 143 . PE 147 .
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only
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  • PE 225 - Motor Development


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course will examine the progression/regression of motor skill development across the lifespan. Beginning with conceptual modeling of motor development, multiple factors influencing motor skill development will be examined. Assessment methods will be identified that facilitate benchmarking and monitoring change.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only
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  • PE 240 - Physical Education for Elementary Teachers


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: Students will receive instruction in the use of basic movement, games, relays, stunts and organization for the early and later elementary grades. Emphasis is on the organization for P.E. at these levels. Students are required to make arrangements for observation of elementary classes during the latter part of the semester. This course requires all students must meet the requirements of a criminal background check.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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  • PE 291 - Movement Science Internship


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 1
    Off Site Contact Hours Without Faculty: 12 - 40
    Description: This course will provide the student with a capstone opportunity to apply movement science theory and practice within a mentored environment. This is an applied course within Occupational Programs specializing in the field of movement science and is a cooperative assignment for students who have completed the prerequisites for this course. Employment will be approximately 12-40 hours per week at the employer’s location. The final grade will be based on a joint evaluation by the college and the employer. Students registered in this internship course are considered Schoolcraft College students with all rights, responsibilities and privileges of a student. Internships may be paid or unpaid based upon placement. Department permission is required before registering for this course. An internship seminar every three weeks will provide students with the opportunity to share and evaluate their experience in a time-critical manner.

    Prerequisites: PE 212  with a minimum grade of 3.0. Minimum overall GPA of 2.5 at Schoolcraft College. Consent of department
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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Physics

  
  • PHYS 104 - Introduction to Astronomy


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Lab Contact Hours: 2
    Description: PHYS 104 is a one-semester introduction to astronomy that utilizes laboratories and basic mathematics to assist in, and expand upon, the exploration of the course topics. Earth-sky relationships, the solar system, stellar astronomy, cosmology and astrobiology will be covered. Several space exploration missions will also be featured. This course is not intended for science majors.

    Prerequisites: MATH 053  or a minimum score of 19 ACT-Math, 25 SAT-Math, 78 CPT-Elementary Algebra or 250 NGA-Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra and Statistics or one year of high school algebra.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Science with Lab
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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  • PHYS 123 - Applied Physics


    Credits: 5
    Lecture Contact Hours: 4
    Lab Contact Hours: 2
    Description: This course in applied physics is designed for technical, business and applied health programs. Using algebra, the traditional topics of kinematics, dynamics, mechanics, heat, acoustics, electricity and magnetism, optics, modern physics and nuclear physics are treated in a practical and applied fashion with emphasis on laboratory work and scientific procedures

    Prerequisites: MATH 102  or MATH 113  or higher MATH class.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Science with Lab
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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  • PHYS 181 - General Physics 1


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Contact Hours: 4
    Lab Contact Hours: 2
    Description: This first semester course in general physics is designed for pre-professional students. Using algebra and trigonometry, the traditional topics of mechanics, fluids, energy, heat and sound are explored through lecture demonstrations, interactive activities and laboratory work. This course is not for engineering students or physics majors.

    Prerequisites: MATH 113  or higher.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: PHYS 123  or one year of high school physics.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Science with Lab
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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  • PHYS 182 - General Physics 2


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Contact Hours: 4
    Lab Contact Hours: 2
    Description: This second semester course is a continuation of PHYS 181 . Using algebra and trigonometry, the more advanced topics of electricity, magnetism, light and modern physics are explored through lecture demonstrations, interactive activities and laboratory work. This course is not for engineering students or physics majors.

    Prerequisites: PHYS 181 .
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Science with Lab
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only
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  • PHYS 211 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers 1


    Credits: 5
    Lecture Contact Hours: 5
    Lab Contact Hours: 2
    Description: This first semester, calculus-based course is designed for engineering students and science majors. Traditional topics of kinematics, dynamics, energy, fluids, heat and sound are investigated through lecture demonstrations, simulations and laboratory work.

    Prerequisites: PHYS 123  or one year of high school physics. MATH 150  or high school calculus.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Science with Lab
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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  • PHYS 212 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers 2


    Credits: 5
    Lecture Contact Hours: 5
    Lab Contact Hours: 2
    Description: This second semester, calculus-based course is a continuation of PHYS 211 . Advanced topics such as electricity, magnetism, light and modern physics are investigated through lecture demonstration, simulations and laboratory work. This course is designed for engineering students and science majors.

    Prerequisites: PHYS 211  with a minimum grade of 2.0.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Science with Lab
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
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Plastic Technology

  
  • PLAST 130 - Introduction to Plastic Materials


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 2
    Lab Contact Hours: 1
    Description: This course provides an introduction to plastic materials selection and testing. Students will gain an understanding of plastic selection criteria based upon chemical and physical properties of thermoplastic and thermoset materials and how this choice relates to part performance. In addition, students will be introduced to basic physical, analytical and mechanical tests that are critical in the selection process. Finally, there will be a brief overview of the common techniques used in polymer processing.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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  • PLAST 131 - Introduction to Plastic Processing


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 2
    Lab Contact Hours: 1
    Description: This course provides an understanding of the different processing technologies associated with producing a finished part from plastic materials. The student will learn about the different molding processes, including injection, compression, blow molding, extrusion, thermoforming and composite manufacturing.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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  • PLAST 140 - Plastic Materials Testing


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 2
    Lab Contact Hours: 1
    Description: This course provides an in-depth analysis of plastic material’s testing. Students will gain an understanding of plastic testing procedures and how they are applied to evaluating plastic materials performance characteristics. The student will also develop the ability to report, and demonstrate the ability to understand, the test results.

    Prerequisites: PLAST 130 
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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  • PLAST 150 - Plastic Injection Molding Technology


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 2
    Lab Contact Hours: 1
    Description: This course provides an understanding of the injection molding process. The student will learn about the injection molding process, including the components of the injection molding process, injection molding equipment, mold tooling, process control systems, basic part design principles, plastic materials, secondary processes and novel injection molding processes.

    Prerequisites: PLAST 130 . PLAST 131 
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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  • PLAST 160 - Process Control Systems for Plastic Manufacturing


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 2
    Lab Contact Hours: 1
    Description: Plastic processing is a combination of knowledge, skill and experience. This course will provide a foundation for understanding how to reach the final desired result. It is necessary to understand how the machinery and the systems utilized in the production of plastic parts work, what the inputs to the process are and how they affect the final product.

    Prerequisites: MATH 102 . PLAST 131 .
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only
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  • PLAST 210 - Plastic Mold Design Fundamentals


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 2
    Lab Contact Hours: 1
    Description: This course provides an understanding of plastic mold design. Emphasis will be focused on tool design for injection molding. The course will also include tool design for compression molding, blow molding, extrusion, thermoforming and the composite manufacturing processes.

    Prerequisites: PLAST 130 . PLAST 131 . PLAST 150 .
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only
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  • PLAST 220 - Plastic Part Design


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 2
    Lab Contact Hours: 1
    Description: This course provides an understanding of plastic part design. Students will learn design requirements, design features, quality and tolerances, plastic material selection for specific processes, part costs and rapid prototyping techniques. Emphasis will be placed on part design for injection molding. Part design for compression molding, blow molding, extrusion, thermoforming and composite manufacturing processes also will be covered.

    Prerequisites: PLAST 130 . PLAST 131 . PLAST 150 .
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only
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  • PLAST 240 - Advanced Plastic Processing


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 1
    Lab Contact Hours: 2
    Description: This course provides an understanding of advanced plastic processing methods. The student will learn about additive manufacturing (e.g., 3D printing or rapid prototyping), micro injection molding, multi-laminate thermoforming, hybrid blow molding, multi-material co-extrusion and thermoset and thermoplastic composite compressing/laminating processes.

    Prerequisites: PLAST 130 . PLAST 131 .
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only
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  • PLAST 251 - Applied Injection Molding


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 0.5
    Lab Contact Hours: 2.5
    Description: This course provides students with the knowledge and hands-on exposure to solve common issues encountered while operating an injection molding machine. Machine control parameters’ effect on a materials processibility and part quality will be investigated. Students set-up processes on the injection molding machines and duplicate industrial standards to obtain the highest quality parts with the shortest possible cycle times. The course will also cover troubleshooting and process optimization.

    Prerequisites: PLAST 150 .
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only
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  • PLAST 291 - Plastic Technology Internship


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 1
    Off Site Contact Hours Without Faculty: 12 - 40
    Description: This is an applied course within Occupational Programs specializing in the field of plastic technology (PLAST) and is a cooperative assignment for students who have completed the prerequisites for this course. Employment will be approximately 12 to 40 hours per week off-campus at the employer’s location within a plastic technology or related department. The final grade will be based on a joint evaluation by the faculty and the employer. Students registered in this internship course are considered Schoolcraft College students with all rights, responsibilities and privileges of a student. Internships may be paid or unpaid based upon placement. Department permission is required before registering for this course. The selection of eligible students to register for the course is a competitive process that includes testing, submission of a resume with a cover letter and interviews.

    Prerequisites: PLAST 140 , PLAST 220  and PLAST 251 , each with a minimum grade of 3.0; consent of department; and an overall GPA of 2.5.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
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Political Science

  
  • POLS 105 - Survey of American Government


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course is an introductory study of the American political system. Emphasis is placed on historical and contemporary political theories and ideologies as well as on political institutions, parties and interest groups. You will engage in analysis of decision-makers, power and controversial issues.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

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  • POLS 109 - State and Local Government


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course is an introductory study of America’s state and local governments. Emphasis is placed on the nature of state constitutions, the structure and operation of state executive/legislative/judicial branches, and the organization and functioning of local governments. State/federal and state/local relations will also be covered in this course. Students will engage in analysis of decision-makers, power and controversial issues.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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  • POLS 205 - Political Parties


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course examines the organization and functions of American political parties. Emphasis is placed on the nature of political campaigns, party conventions, the organization and functioning of political parties and citizen participation in politics. A historical review of parties and their ideological developments is also included.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only
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  • POLS 207 - Comparative Government


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course is a comparative study of political communities. The course examines the development and spread of varied political ideologies (communism, fascism and liberalism) and their impact on crafting different approaches to governmental organization. A global approach to this topic will involve examining individual countries and regions from around the world.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

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  • POLS 209 - International Relations


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course provides an examination of the social, economic and political forces that define international relations. Using the major theoretical approaches of the discipline, students will examine the major issues, actors and governmental structures that shape the political landscape of the world.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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  • POLS 298 - Political Science Honors Studies


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 0.5
    Lab Contact Hours: 2.5
    Description: An opportunity for a student to explore individually, in depth, under the guidance of a faculty member, a topic, issue, problem or fieldwork experience pertaining to or within a government office, political party, interest groups or other organization that allows them to relate their experiences to the study of political science. This study arrangement will take place under the guidance of a departmental faculty member.

    Prerequisites: Consent of department.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

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Psychology

  
  • PSYCH 153 - Human Relations


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course is designed particularly for students in the career curricula. The course focuses upon a better understanding of human behavior as related to interpersonal relations on the job. Foundations of human behavior; strategies for effective human relations; fundamental skills of working as a team leader and team member; and ways of anticipating, preventing and coping with challenges of human relations are major areas of study.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
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  • PSYCH 201 - Introductory Psychology


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Contact Hours: 4
    Description: Principles of human thought and action with emphasis on individuals in their environment; individual differences in intelligence and personality; effects of heredity and environment on the organism; and the nervous system, perception, learning, intelligence, motivation and emotion and social relationships will be explored.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: Successful completion of courses in Biology and Social Science at the 100 level.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

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  • PSYCH 205 - Psychology of Adjustment


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: Factors and processes involved in the adjustment of the individual to personal and social environment are the main focus of this course. Essentials for the development of an effective and mentally healthy individual are emphasized. Foundations for adjustment, personal lifestyle adjustment, interpersonal relationships, adjustment throughout life and coping with maladjustment are major areas of study.

    Prerequisites: PSYCH 201  with a minimum grade of 2.0.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only
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  • PSYCH 206 - Human Sexuality


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course examines a variety of facets of human sexuality from the biological, psychological and social perspectives. We will investigate the intersections of sexuality and gender and survey the biological and psychological research concerned with constructs such as: anatomy, normative function, dysfunction and treatment, family planning methods, sexual communication, sexually transmitted diseases, sexual variation and attitudes toward one’s body. Critical issues directly and indirectly associated with sexual behavior will also be addressed.

    Prerequisites: PSYCH 201  with a minimum grade of 2.0.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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  • PSYCH 207 - Social Psychology


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Contact Hours: 4
    Description: Regarded as a core area in psychology, social psychology examines the influence of social factors on human behavior. Particular topics include aggression, prejudice, group processes, attitude formation, the law, prosocial behavior, interpersonal attraction and social cognition.

    Prerequisites: PSYCH 201  with a minimum grade of 2.0.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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  • PSYCH 209 - Child Psychology


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course examines the general characteristics of development, development of social behavior, feelings, emotions, language, growth of understanding and interests, with emphasis on personality and problems of adjustment.

    Prerequisites: PSYCH 201  with a minimum grade of 2.0.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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  • PSYCH 219 - Adult Development


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course studies adult development and aging. It focuses on the developmental changes related to biological, psychological and social processes. Coping strategies and intervention techniques will be examined.

    Prerequisites: PSYCH 201  with a minimum grade of 2.0.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only
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  • PSYCH 229 - Life-Span Developmental Psychology


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Contact Hours: 4
    Description: Human development from conception through death is examined. Biological, cognitive and psychosocial development topics are explored with an understanding of the theories and research findings across the life-span.

    Prerequisites: PSYCH 201  with a minimum grade of 2.0.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

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  • PSYCH 239 - Abnormal Psychology


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course examines various psychological disorders from a contemporary perspective, specifically exploring anxiety disorders (phobias, obsessive compulsive disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder), categories of personality disorders (bi-polar and depressive disorders), schizophrenia and several others. The underlying pathology and treatments of each disorder will be covered. Legal, ethical and other current health psychology will also be explored.

    Prerequisites: PSYCH 201  with a minimum grade of 2.0.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

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  • PSYCH 249 - Educational Psychology


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: Principles of human thought and action with emphasis on individuals in their environment; individual differences in intelligence and personality; effects of heredity and environment on the organism; the nervous system, perception, learning, intelligence, motivation and emotion, and social relationships will be explored.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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  • PSYCH 259 - Introduction to Sport Psychology


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: Introduction to Sport Psychology is an overview of basic concepts and principles essential to understanding the psychological and behavioral aspects of sport and exercise. Topics covered include the science of sport psychology, youth sports, motivation theory, leadership and coaching, team dynamics and aggression in sports. Students will explore current and future trends in this emerging field and examine the types of career opportunities connected to it.

    Prerequisites: PSYCH 201  with a minimum grade of 2.0.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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Quality Management

  
  • QM 106 - Introduction to Quality Improvement Tools


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 2
    Lab Contact Hours: 1
    Description: This course is an introduction to quality improvement tools used in business, technology and service industries. The selection, concept, process, interpretation and examples of various popular tools and techniques are covered in lecture and laboratory formats.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: As Needed
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  • QM 107 - Quality Planning and Team Building


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: Planning effective quality systems including error prevention through team building to support both recommended procedures and customer satisfaction is emphasized. Students will be introduced to planning methods, Six Sigma Methods, Quality Function Deployment (QFD), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and new quality related programs used in process/product development validation. Control plans and teamwork will be used to demonstrate the dynamics of synergism in groups.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only
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Radiologic Technology

  
  • RAD 100 - Introduction to Radiology Sciences


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Contact Hours: 2
    Description: This course provides an orientation to the Radiologic Technology Program. Emphasis is on the student’s role as a radiographer in the healthcare delivery system including, responsibilities, professional organizations, accreditation, regulatory agencies and program personnel. The course provides an overview of the foundations of radiology; practices and policies of healthcare organizations are also examined. Review of basic radiology equipment, radiation protection and radiology medical terminology will be included.

    Prerequisites: COLLS 053  with a minimum grade of 2.0 or minimum score of 18 ACT-Reading, 25 SAT-Reading, 70 CPT-Reading Comprehension or 250 NGA-Reading. ENG 055  with a minimum grade of 2.0 or minimum score of 18 ACT-English, 25 SAT-Writing and Language, 71 CPT-Sentence Skills or 250 NGA-Writing.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only
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  • RAD 105 - Radiation Safety


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Contact Hours: 2
    Description: This course covers all aspects of radiation protection including the technologist’s responsibilities for patients, personnel, the public and themselves. Radiation health and safety requirements of federal and state regulatory agencies, accreditation agencies and health organizations are included. Specific topics also include radiation safety methods and devices, as well as the detection and measurement of radiation dose.

    Prerequisites: BIOL 236  with a minimum grade of 3.0.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: PHYS 123  if not previously taken within three years with a minimum grade of 3.0.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only
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  • RAD 110 - Patient Care and Assessment


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 2
    Lab Contact Hours: 2
    Description: This course is designed to prepare the student for clinical practice and discuss the practitioner’s role in the health care delivery system. Patient rights, informed consent, legal and ethical standards will be reviewed. Course content will include concepts of patient care, body mechanics, vital signs, aseptic technique, pharmacology, infection control and standard precautions. Contrast and medical emergencies are also discussed. This course explores diversity and the psychological needs of the patients and their families.

    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Radiologic Technology Program. HIT 100 . BIOL 236  with a minimum grade of 3.0. RAD 100  with a minimum grade of 3.0.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Spring, Summer
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  • RAD 115 - Digital Imaging and Image Acquisition


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Contact Hours: 2
    Lab Contact Hours: 1
    Description: In this course, students will gain an understanding of the components, principles and operations of the digital imaging systems found in diagnostic radiology. Factors that impact image acquisition, display, archiving and retrieval are discussed. Study of the technical factors affecting image quality, processing of digital images and data management. Guidelines for selecting exposure factors, exposure numbers, exposure latitude and image brightness and contrast are discussed. This course will incorporate the process of image analysis and quality control. Students will develop and apply the critical thinking process to the art of image critique.

    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Radiologic Technology Program. PHYS 123  with a minimum grade of 3.0. RAD 105  with a minimum grade of 3.0.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Spring, Summer
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  • RAD 200 - Radiation Physics and Radiobiology


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: Content establishes a basic knowledge of radiation production and characteristics of atomic structure and terminology. Also presented are the nature and characteristics of radiation, x-ray production and the fundamentals of photon interaction with matter. Information on electromagnetic radiation, beam characteristics, units of measure, tube housing, anodes and cathodes and x-ray circuitry are also presented.

    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Radiologic Technology Program. PHYS 123  with a minimum grade of 3.0. RAD 105  with a minimum grade of 3.0.
    Corequisites: RAD 115  if not previously taken.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Spring, Summer
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  • RAD 210 - Radiology Procedures 1


    Credits: 6
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Lab Contact Hours: 4
    Description: This course introduces radiographic procedures consisting of positioning, projections, views, motion control, accessory equipment and patient considerations. It is an introduction to image analysis, technique, applications, and critique of images applied in classroom and lab settings. Image production, procedures and radiographic anatomy of chest, abdomen, upper extremity, shoulder and pelvic girdle are covered. Through the image evaluation component, students learn to identify radiographic anatomy, evaluate diagnostic quality, identify images that are of poor radiographic quality, as well as determine the appropriate corrective action for unacceptable images.

    Prerequisites: RAD 110  with a minimum grade of 3.0. RAD 115  with a minimum grade of 3.0. RAD 200  with a minimum grade of 3.0.
    Corequisites: RAD 215 
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only
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  • RAD 215 - Radiology Clinical Education 1


    Credits: 6
    Lecture Contact Hours: 1
    Off Site Contact Hours Without Faculty: 32
    Description: This clinical course will introduce the student to day-to-day operations of clinical practice. The focus will be on obtaining clinical competence by performing and documenting activities fundamental to Radiology. All students will perform examinations under the supervision of a qualified technologist. Rotations will allow students the opportunity to apply, practice and perfect skills necessary to function as a Radiology Technologist. Clinical competence of a procedure means students performed the procedure independently, consistently and effectively during the course of their clinical rotation. Critical thinking, professionalism and communicating effectively and compassionately are applied to clinical practice.

    Prerequisites: RAD 110  with a minimum grade of 3.0. RAD 115  with a minimum grade of 3.0. RAD 200  with a minimum grade of 3.0.
    Corequisites: RAD 210 
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only
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  • RAD 230 - Radiology Procedures 2


    Credits: 6
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Lab Contact Hours: 4
    Description: In this course, students will continue to gain proficiency in the performance of radiology exams. Image production, procedures and radiographic anatomy of head, spine, lower extremity and bony thorax are covered. Students will increase knowledge of positioning, projections, views, motion control, accessory equipment and patient considerations of these structures. Focal points will be on image analysis, technique, applications and critiquing of images learned in the classroom and lab. Through the image evaluation component, students will identify radiographic anatomy and evaluate diagnostic quality and corrective action for unacceptable images. Skills necessary to perform venipuncture will be included.

    Prerequisites: RAD 210  with a minimum grade of 3.0.
    Corequisites: RAD 235 
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only
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  • RAD 235 - Radiology Clinical Education 2


    Credits: 6
    Lecture Contact Hours: 1
    Off Site Contact Hours Without Faculty: 32
    Description: Students will develop independent clinical practice of procedures previously mastered. This course allows students to perform radiographic examinations under the supervision of a qualified Radiographer. Students will continue documenting and testing on studies that have been presented in Radiology Procedures 1 and 2. Emphasis will be placed on continued improvement of imaging skills. Clinical competence of a procedure means students performed the procedure independently, consistently and effectively during the course of their clinical rotation. Students will rotate through advanced imaging modalities to gain experience in MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), Ultrasound, Interventional Radiology and CT (computerized tomography).

    Prerequisites: RAD 215  with a minimum grade of 3.0.
    Corequisites: RAD 230 
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only
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  • RAD 240 - Advanced Imaging


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Contact Hours: 2
    Description: This course provides an overview of alternate imaging modalities including: Interventional Imaging, Neuro-Interventional, Cardiac-Interventional, Bone Densitometry, Radiation Therapy, Computed Tomography, Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound, PET (positron emission tomography), Mammography and MRI (magnetic resonance imaging). Basic principles of operation, procedures and equipment will be reviewed. The course will familiarize the student with the various anatomic structures and their locations, including cross-sectional anatomy as demonstrated with advanced imaging modalities. An overview of billing and coding of these types of procedures will also be discussed.

    Prerequisites: RAD 210  with a minimum grade of 3.0. RAD 215  with a minimum grade of 3.0. RAD 230  with a minimum grade of 3.0. RAD 235  with a minimum grade of 3.0.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Spring Only
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  • RAD 250 - Radiologic Technology Capstone


    Credits: 1
    Lecture Contact Hours: 1
    Description: This course is designed as a capstone learning experience to prepare students for the American Registry Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification exam in radiography. Students also prepare for professional employment by synthesizing knowledge, skills and attitudes learned in the Radiologic Technology program. The ARRT Code of Ethics and Standards of Care will be reviewed, as well as exam security.

    Prerequisites: RAD 210  with a minimum grade of 3.0. RAD 215  with a minimum grade of 3.0. RAD 230  with a minimum grade of 3.0. RAD 235  with a minimum grade of 3.0.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Spring Only
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Real Estate

  
  • RE 101 - Introduction to Property Management


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This introductory course provides an overview of property management and the role of the property manager. Topics include tenant relations, leases, risk, insurance and energy efficiency. Students also learn about the management of safety, environmental issues related to residential and commercial properties and how to recognize and address maintenance problems.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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  • RE 110 - Real Estate Pre-Licensure


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Contact Hours: 4
    Description: This course provides the fundamental concepts and terminology to enable students to pass the Michigan licensing examination and become successful real estate practitioners. Students learn the financial, economic and political aspects of real estate practice in Michigan. Topics include contracts, agency, title transfer, leasing, land use and taxation, Michigan law, fair housing and civil rights, the Americans with Disabilities Act and finance.

    Prerequisites: COLLS 050  with a minimum grade of 2.0 or minimum score of 15 ACT-Reading, 22 SAT-Reading, 57 CPT-Reading Comprehension or 237 NGA-Reading.
    Corequisites: MATH 101  if not taken previously.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
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  • RE 150 - Residential and Commercial Property Management


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Contact Hours: 4
    Description: This course covers the day-to-day operation and management of residential and commercial properties. Students gain a comprehensive understanding of the principles, practices and skills needed to be a property manager. Topics covered include relationship building, problem identification and solution, operations and maintenance management, budgeting, leasing and lease administration, marketing, record keeping systems and federal and state laws.

    Prerequisites: RE 110  or consent of Department.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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  • RE 290 - Real Estate Property Management Internship


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 1
    Off Site Contact Hours Without Faculty: 12 - 40
    Description: This is an applied course within Occupational Programs specializing in the field of real estate property management and is a cooperative assignment for students who have completed the prerequisites for this course. Employment will be approximately 12 to 40 hours per week off-campus at the employer’s location within a real estate property management department. The final grade will be based on a joint evaluation by the college and the employer. Students registered in this internship course are considered Schoolcraft College students with all rights, responsibilities and privileges of a student. Internships may be paid or unpaid based upon placement. Department permission is required before registering for this course. The selection of eligible students to register for the course is a competitive process that includes attending a resume workshop at the Career Center, submission of a resume with a cover letter and interviews.

    Prerequisites: RE 150  with a minimum grade of 3.0, consent of Department and an overall GPA of 2.5.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
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Robotics and Automation Technology

  
  • ROBAT 101 - Robot Tool Handling Operations and Programming


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 2
    Lab Contact Hours: 2
    Description: This course serves as an applied introduction to HandlingTool software with an emphasis on safety, setup, recording and troubleshooting. The course will cover basic applications of the HandlingTool software which includes terminology, testing and refining the program. Robotic operations and hands-on application will be covered to simulate and run robotic programs. This course is a FANUC level one. Students who successfully complete the course and the FANUC eLearning modules are eligible for the FANUC certification in HandlingTool Operations and Programming.

    Prerequisites: MATH 102 
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: As Needed
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Sociology

  
  • SOC 101 - Introduction to Social Work


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: Introduction to Social Work is an introductory course to the social work field designed to provide students with an overview of the profession. Content will include an analysis of the profession, its scope, methods, values and the organization of services. Attention will be paid to presenting information on policy and practice in a variety of social work settings with particular target populations. The course orients students to the roles of the generalist social work practitioner within a theoretical framework that consists of systems theory, the ecological perspective and a problem solving model. Attention will be paid to the kinds of needs and problems that bring clients to the attention of social workers. The term “client” is defined as an individual, family, group, neighborhood, organization or large social system. The course stresses self-assessment in determining suitability for a career in social work.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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  • SOC 201 - Principles of Sociology


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course provides a survey of the major theoretical perspectives, concepts and methods of sociology. Topics covered include social organization, culture, socialization, stratification systems, social institutions and social change.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
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  • SOC 205 - Social Problems


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: Consideration of current social problems, such as family stability, racism, sexism, poverty, crime, globalization and ecological problems using sociological theory and empirical studies. Analysis of structural factors underlying these problems and potential solutions will be explored.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: SOC 201 

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
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  • SOC 209 - Marriage and Family


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course offers a study of the impact that social changes have had on gender roles, relationships, marriage and family life. Topics covered in the course include diversity in family patterns, gender roles, intimate behavior, mate selection, problems of marital adjustment, family stability and crisis, divorce and parenting.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
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  • SOC 210 - Cultural Diversity


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course is an analysis of racial and ethnic diversity in the U.S. in relation to evolving social, economic and cultural factors. Various American minority cultures are studied with an emphasis on education, politics, religion and the resulting cultural effects. Sociological and psychological concepts and theories will be explored. The impact of the current wave of immigrants to the U.S. will be discussed and the incidents of hate crimes will be explored.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: ANTH 112  or SOC 201 

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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  • SOC 211 - Sociology of Gender


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course examines the social and cultural construction of gender differences and sociological theories of gender. It also explores the historical and contemporary statuses and roles of women and men in various institutions. In addition, this course surveys the conditions that affect the lives of global women and women in the United States who are from diverse backgrounds including social class, disability, race, ethnicity and religious minorities.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only
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  • SOC 220 - Urban Sociology


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course provides a survey of the origin and development of cities and the processes of urbanization which includes a discussion of the ecology and social organization of urban life. The special problems and realities of urban society will be covered as well as perspectives for the future.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: ANTH 112  or SOC 201 

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: As Needed
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  • SOC 290 - The Individual and Community - An Honors Capstone Course


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: A required conclusion to the Schoolcraft Scholars Honors Program, this capstone course examines individual, social structural and social institutional relationships through multiple disciplines. Students will identify and analyze social and cultural trends and issues. During the course, students will complete and present results of service-learning projects.

    Prerequisites: HUM 190 
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Social Science
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only
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Sound Recording Technology

  
  • SRT 110 - Keyboard Skills for Recording Engineers


    Credits: 1
    Lecture Contact Hours: 1
    Description: Students will apply knowledge gained in MUSIC 121  to use with electronic keyboard instruments used in the modern recording studio. Emphasis is on the operation of modern electronic keyboard instruments, MIDI and developing the fundamental musical skills used in contemporary music production. These skills will be applied to individual projects in the laboratory.

    Prerequisites: MUSIC 121 .
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall, Winter
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  • SRT 121 - Basic Sound and Recording Techniques 1


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: Fundamentals of the recording arts, including basic audio and acoustical theory, recording consoles, tape recorders, microphone design and technique, speakers and signal processing will be introduced in this course.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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  • SRT 122 - Basic Sound and Recording Techniques 2


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: Multi-track studio production techniques are developed through class discussion, demonstration and project assignments. Theory of digital audio technology and its integration into music production is emphasized.

    Prerequisites: SRT 121 .
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring
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  • SRT 150 - Ear Training for Recording Engineers


    Credits: 2
    Lecture Contact Hours: 2
    Description: Listening skills particular to the recording engineer are developed through demonstration and ear training exercises. These skills include hearing and discriminating frequencies, levels, processing, phase, distortion and equalization. Application of these skills to multi-track mixing is emphasized and developed through hands-on assignments using a variety of professional mixing systems.

    Prerequisites: SRT 121 .
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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  • SRT 221 - Advanced Audio Production 1


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course is a comprehensive examination of the principles and applications of digital audio in today’s recording and interactive media industries. Computer-based recording and editing is emphasized along with musical instrument digital interface (MIDI) technology.

    Prerequisites: SRT 122 . SRT 150 .
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Spring, Fall
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  • SRT 222 - Advanced Audio Production 2


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course is a continuation of SRT 221  and recording in the digital domain. Areas of focus will include advanced mixing and editing techniques, synchronization, mastering, post-production and surround sound.

    Prerequisites: SRT 221 .
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Summer
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Spanish

  
  • SPAN 101 - Elementary Spanish 1


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Contact Hours: 4
    Description: This course is intended for students who have no previous education in Spanish. The course will cover basic vocabulary and grammar patterns and will build competence in all four skill areas: speaking, listening, reading and writing. Through varied activities, emphasis will be placed on oral proficiency and communication. An appreciation of Hispanic culture will be an integral part of the course.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Humanities
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
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  • SPAN 102 - Elementary Spanish 2


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Contact Hours: 4
    Description: This course is a continuation of SPAN 101  and continues to review the basic Spanish vocabulary and grammar patterns and to build competence in all four skill areas: speaking, listening, reading and writing. Through varied activities, emphasis will be placed on oral proficiency and communication. An appreciation of Hispanic culture will be an integral part of the course.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: SPAN 101  with a minimum grade of 2.0 or one year of high school Spanish or equivalent language knowledge.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Humanities
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Summer, Fall
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  • SPAN 201 - Intermediate Spanish 1


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Contact Hours: 4
    Description: This course is a continuation of SPAN 102  and continues to cover vocabulary and grammar patterns and to build competence in all four skill areas: speaking, listening, reading and writing. Through varied activities, emphasis will be placed on oral proficiency and communication. An appreciation of Hispanic culture will be an integral part of the course.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: SPAN 102  with a minimum grade of 2.0 or two years of high school Spanish or equivalent language knowledge.

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Humanities
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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  • SPAN 202 - Intermediate Spanish 2


    Credits: 4
    Lecture Contact Hours: 4
    Description: This course is a continuation of SPAN 201  and continues to cover vocabulary and grammar patterns and to build competence in all four skill areas: speaking, listening, reading and writing. Through varied activities, emphasis will be placed on oral proficiency and communication. An appreciation of Hispanic culture will be an integral part of the course.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: None.
    Recommended: SPAN 201  with a minimum grade of 2.0 three years of high school Spanish or equivalent language knowledge

    Course Category: Liberal Arts | Humanities
    This course counts toward Schoolcraft’s General Education Requirements.
    This course counts toward a Michigan Transfer Agreement General Education Requirement.

    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Summer, Fall
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Special Education

  
  • SPE 100 - Children with Special Needs


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course is designed to introduce students to the topic of children/students with special needs. Included is the exploration of cognitive impairments, emotional impairments, learning impairments, visual and hearing impairments, orthopedic and/or other health impairments, giftedness and instructional strategies for these special needs. Students will complete three observations of children with special needs. Michigan Central Registry Clearance by the Michigan Department of Human Services may be required for this course. This course requires all students must meet the requirements of a criminal background check.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: ECE 110  if not taken previously or EDUC 110  if not taken previously.
    Recommended: Individuals who hold a current or prior teaching certificate or are enrolled in the Education Transfer Program may be eligible to substitute PSYCH 249  or waive the corequisite. Discuss options with the department.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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  • SPE 102 - Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course is designed to present students with an overview of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Included in the overview is the history of autism, identification of individuals with autism, exploring the major categories of autism and reviewing current theories and methodologies of working with individuals with autism. In addition, the course will review current legislation related to autism.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: ECE 110  or EDUC 110  if not previously taken.
    Recommended: Individuals who hold a current or prior teaching certificate may be eligible to waive the corequisite. Discuss options with the department

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only
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  • SPE 105 - Introduction to Developmental Disabilities


    Credits: 3
    Lecture Contact Hours: 3
    Description: This course is designed to introduce students to the health and developmental problems of persons with cognitive impairment (CI). Emphasis is placed on gaining knowledge of the various syndromes typical in CI populations and learning to recognize medical symptoms. Attention will also be given to developing an understanding of prescribed drugs’ potential uses and side effects, as well as other potential health and environmental issues for persons with cognitive impairments.

    Prerequisites: None.
    Corequisites: SPE 100  or EDUC 200  if not taken previously. ECE 110  or EDUC 110  if not taken previously.
    Recommended: None.

    Course Category: Occupational
    This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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