Course Description:
In-depth presentation of medical language, which
then will serve as a solid foundation for students
interested in health care, medicine, nursing, pharmacy, physical therapy, or
related careers. Medical
terminology for both health and disease is presented in relation to human
structure and function. Builds a
framework by introducing the key elements in the formation as well as the
modification of medical terms,
which then is applied to the specific body systems.
Prerequisite:
Although not required, AH 100
along with BIO 134 or BIO 233 and BIO 234 would be helpful for this
course.
Course Description:
Designed for students in the health care and
nursing programs needing to establish a foundation in the basic principles of
pharmacology. This survey course presents a rationale for understanding current
drug therapy involving the common disorders of the major body systems.
Administration and dosage calculations are not components of this course.
AH 135 - Fundamental Concepts in Cancer & Cancer Care
Prerequisite:
AH 100
Suggested Prerequisites:
BIO 131, strongly recommended
Course Description:
This course will present a broad introduction to
the basic principles of cancer. It will explore the fundamental concepts of
cancer development, diagnosis, treatment and prevention. As a survey course
designed for a wide and diverse audience, this course will focus upon general
concepts as opposed to specific technical details.
Note: AH 145 will be offered on an
"as-needed" basis
Course Description:
This lecture course is designed to assist
healthcare providers understand the needs, expectations, and behaviors of
multicultural patient populations and the barriers to effective patient care.
The course will focus upon health care practices directly related to the African
American, Asian, Hispanic, Middle Eastern, and Eastern European patients.
Associate Dean Dr.
Kim Schopmeyer (313) 845-9625 or
kschop@hfcc.edu
ANTH 131 - Introduction to Anthropology
Course Description:
An introduction to physical and cultural
anthropology, archaeology, and linguistics. Topics addressed include human
evolution, race and human variation, cultural evolution, and the Neolithic. In
addition, the course covers the anthropological culture concept and various
facets of cultures, including religion, economics, myth, social and political
organization, kinship, and culture change.
Course Description:
Traces present-day American culture from the arrival of Christopher
Columbus in the New World and the devastating impact that event
had on the native peoples of the hemisphere. Several cultures
from various regions of North America will be studied in-depth
using ethnographies, biographies, fiction, and film.
Course Description:
An introduction to the richness and variety of
Middle Eastern cultures, with an emphasis on Arab culture and the role of Islam
in shaping the history and culture of the region. Arabs in the United
States and in Dearborn are also examined, as well as American cultural
perceptions of the Arabs, Islam, and the Middle East.
Course Description:
This course provides an introductory look at the
field of archaeology answering the question: what do archaeologists do? Students
will explore the methods of excavation, dating sites, artifact analysis, and
cultural interpretation. Students will also explore some of the major
archaeological sites from around the world.
Course Description:
All people have to eat to live, but food is a
cultural celebration that embraces much more than human survival. This course
explores the rich cross-cultural variety of food traditions and the ways that
food in all cultures creates group identity; marks class status and ethnicity;
and involves religion, gender, economics, politics, power, and more. Students
are introduced to the structure of global food systems in order to better
understand the social, cultural, and political implications of US food
traditions in relation to those of other cultures.
Course Description: A study of history and evolution of
letterforms, type, illustration and graphic design to the
present. Students learn about important type designers,
illustrators and graphic designers, as well as, about
relationships between the graphic arts and fine arts through
history.
Associate Dean Dr.
Charles Jacobs (313) 845-9632 or
cjacobs@hfcc.edu
ASTR 131 - Descriptive Astronomy
Course Description:
Designed for general education students, this
course consists of a non-mathematical
introduction to elements of the astronomical universe by means
of lectures and planetarium demonstrations. Organized to interest
the individual who is without scientific background but who
desires to understand the major units of the universe and their
interrelation.
Prerequisite:
Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ASTR
131 or ASRT 231
Course Description: Emphasizes experimental work with the scientific concepts important
in astronomy, including planetarium observation and computer
simulation of astronomical events. This course combined with
ASTR 131 or 231 provides the student with a four-hour laboratory science
and labatory credit.
Associate Dean Dr.
Charles Jacobs (313) 845-9632 or
cjacobs@hfcc.edu
ATMS 131 - Weather and Climate
Course Description:
A non-mathematical introduction to the
behavior of the atmosphere and its causes. Topics include
atmospheric structure, earth-sun relationships, heat,
humidity, clouds, wind, storms, forecasting, pollution, and
climate. This course is organized to interest students
without scientific background who wish to understand the
atmosphere and weather that surround them.
Associate Dean Dr.
Charles Jacobs (313) 845-9632 or
cjacobs@hfcc.edu
BIO 130 - Evolution and Behavior
Prerequisite: A
Reading test score sufficient to allow placement into ENG 131 or
Satisfactory (S) completion of ENG 081
Course Description:
Introduces principles of evolution and animal
behavior (including human). Considers genetic, physiological,
and evolutionary explanations of behaviors. Topics include
evolution and natural selection, genetic inheritance, DNA
structure and function, basic cell structure and function,
innate behaviors, learning, motivation, communication,
aggression, sexual behavior, territoriality, play, vestigial
behaviors, selfishness, and altruism. This course is for
students in all fields of study who wish to learn about the
revolutionary contributions of behavioral and evolutionary
biology. Four hours of lecture per week; no laboratory.
Prerequisite: A
score of 43 or above on ASSET Reading Test or 84 or above on
COMPASS Test or satisfactory completion of ENG 081.
Course Description:
A study of living organisms including: cell
biology, genetics, plant structure and function (emphasizing
flowering plants), ecology, and animal structure and function
(emphasizing human digestion, respiration, circulation,
excretion, and reproduction). Lectures and laboratory work are
coordinated.
Course Description:
Environmental Science is an
interdisciplinary study, combining ideas and information from
the natural sciences (such as biology, chemistry, and geology)
and the social sciences (such as economics, politics, and
ethics) to present a general idea of how nature works and how
everything in nature is interconnected. Current environmental
concerns are discussed. Human modification of natural systems
and strategies for promoting environmental health are
emphasized.
Prerequisite:
BIO 131, BIO 150 or BIO 152 or the
equivalent (with a grade of C or better)
Course Description:
Lectures cover the principles and
underlying concepts of chemistry, cell biology, histology,
articulations, bones, muscles, and the nervous system. Labs
reinforce these lecture units. BIO 233 and BIO 234 are a
two-semester sequence designed for the student who plans to
pursue a career in a health field.
Prerequisite:
BIO 233 at HFCC with a grade of C
or better, or permission of the instructor
Course Description:
Covers special senses, endocrine, circulatory,
lymphatic, immunity, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems.
Labs are sequenced with and reinforce lecture content. Three hours of lecture
and two hours of lab per week.
Prerequisite:
A grade of C or better in MATH 074
or a satisfactory grade on the math placement test
Course Description:
Presents basic math problems from a business
person’s point of view. This course includes a short review of addition,
subtraction, multiplication, and division, as well as decimals, percentages, and
fractions. Emphasis is on story problems. Topics may include payroll, interest,
bank notes, insurance, annuities, weights and measures, commissions,
percentages, inventory, and taxes.
Course Description:
A survey course presenting an
overall integrated picture of American business and its
operations. Included are such topics as forms of business
ownership, management, internal organization, production,
personnel, labor relations, marketing, short-term and long-term
finance, insurance, accounting principles, statistical analysis,
business law, and the relationship of government to business.
Course Description:
This course introduces the basic
principles and practices underlying business communication. This
course is designed to improve business-writing skills by helping
students prepare effective business documents that are clear,
concise, coherent, complete, courteous, and correct. Some of the
documents are created in the classroom using personal computers.
Course Description:
This course focuses on the
dimensions of conducting business in the international arena and
examines the political, economic, and legal systems of diverse
countries. Trade patterns; foreign investment methods; economic
growth rates; ethics; international trade theories; government
intervention; exporting, importing, and countertrading; human
resources management; and marketing and competition in the
global marketplace are examined.
Course Description:
A study of the
functions, principles, and philosophy of modern
management, as well as of the nature and structure of organizations. Brief consideration also is
given to recent developments in corporate decision-
making and styles of managerial leadership.
Course Description:
Examines business organization and
management as they apply to the personnel functions of
recruitment, selection, placement, induction, and training.
Attention is given to job analysis, evaluation, maintenance and
measurement of morale, union-management relations, and the
economic and physical security of employees.
MGT 241 - Small Business Management & Entrepreneurship Management
Co-requisites:
BBA 131
Course Description:
This course examines the role of
small business and entrepreneurship in the economy. The role of
and need for a business plan when starting a business are
examined. Financial, marketing, management, and location
considerations are examined. Internet and online businesses are
discussed. Students prepare a business plan for a start-up
business on their choosing.
Associate Dean Dr.
Kim Schopmeyer (313) 845-9625 or
kschop@hfcc.edu
CHD 201 -
Child Development: Introduction to Creative Child Care
Prerequisite:
PSY 131 and PSY 152 Note: Go to:
www.hfcc.edu/social_science for course information and a
welcome letter from your instructor.
Course Description: This course is the
first in a 2-course sequence designed to help candidates acquire
skills and knowledge for the Child Development Associate (CDA)
credential. The CDA is a national performance-based credential
awarded to caregivers that work with children from birth to age
five. Topics include children’s developmental stages, planning
developmentally appropriate activities for young children,
developing curriculum for young children, behavior management,
and introduction to CDA credentialing process.
Prerequisite:
CHD 201 Note: Go to:
www.hfcc.edu/social_science for course information and a
welcome letter from your instructor.
Course Description: This course is the
second in a 2-course sequence designed to help candidates
acquire skills, knowledge and documentation for the Child
Development Associate (CDA) credential. The CDA is a national
performance-based credential awarded to caregivers that work
with children from birth to age five. Topics include the CDA
credentialing process, knowledge and skills in working with
parents, families, and communities, knowledge of the 6
Competency Goals of the 13 functional areas of the CDA process,
and preparation of necessary material for the CDA credential.
Prerequisite: Ability to keyboard 25 words per minute Note: This course fulfills the HFCC computer literacy
requirement.
Course Description: Covers the fundamentals of computer literacy with an emphasis
on software usage literacy. Hands-on training in software application
programs include word processing, spreadsheets, data base, and
graphics. Assignments include problem solving and critical thinking
development components. A version of MS Office will be utilized.
Course Description:
This course will survey the field of computer technology and
information management. Topics emphasized in this course include:
computer hardware, networking and telecommunications, the use
of the Internet for communication, e-commerce, and information
retrieval, the social impact of technology, computer security,
and industry-related careers and programming techniques. Computer
laboratory sessions will briefly introduce students to a variety
of software packages that will include the Windows operating
system, Internet browsers, e-mail, word processing, spreadsheets,
presentation graphics, and database management systems.
Course Description:
The Internet is used by millions of people throughout the world
to share information and ideas and to search for information
on all kinds of topics electronically. This course introduces
the student to the Internet, how it was developed and how it
works. The student will become familiar with the services and
tools available, such as E-Mail, Telnet, FTP, Gopher and the
World Wide Web. The student will access information through
popular online services and will learn about some of the major
sources of information.
Course Description: This course will
provide students with a comprehensive mastery of HyperText
Markup Language (HTML) coding practices. Additional topics
include an understanding and use of XHTML, Cascading Style
Sheets (CSS), and Validation according to the guidelines of the
World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). Students will create an
entire website using HTML and CSS.
Course Description:
An intermediate-level course in which the student becomes familiar
with COBOL syntax and structured logic techniques. These aspects
are reinforced by coding laboratory assignments. The student
develops logic, codes, and test and debugs COBOL programs for
data validation, control breaks, and table handling.
Course Description: An intermediate-level course in which the student becomes familiar
with the JavaScript programming language and its various components.
These features are taught through detailed lectures and coding
laboratory assignments. Students design, code, test, and debug
programs using the JavaScript language, a computer language
developed by Netscape for advanced Internet development.
CIS 221 - Instructional Technology for Elementary Teachers
Prerequisites:
Enrollment in Pre-Education program
Course Description:
This computer course introduces elementary education majors
to the implementation, application and issues of microcomputers
in education. Topics include computer literacy, classroom use
of hardware and software for student learning, and computer
resources to stay current with multi-media technology.
CIS 223 Instructional Technology for Secondary Teachers
Prerequisites:
Enrollment in Pre-Education program
Course Description:
This computer course introduces secondary education majors to
the implementation, application and issues of microcomputers
in education. Topics include computer literacy, classroom use
of hardware and software for student learning, and computer
resources to stay current with multi-media technology.
Prerequisites:
CIS 220 or permission of instructor
Course Description: An advanced course involving the study of project management
techniques used by the information technology profession,
including Microsoft Project software, project context,
integration, scope, time, cost, quality, human resources,
communications, risk, and procurement management. The course
provides a foundation for the CompTIA IT Project+
certification.
Prerequisites:
Approval of the departmental - contact Brent Fulton
313-845-6426.
Course Description:
This is the final
course in the Network Administration degree program.
This capstone course provides learning experiences in the design, implementation and
support of a Local Area Network. This course covers basic LAN design methods and tools, NetWork
Operating Systems, LAN implementation considerations, LAN hardware, and network
troubleshooting techniques. Students will design and implement an actual LAN in the lab complete with file
servers, workstations, hubs, switches, and routers.
Associate Dean
Mrs. Diane Green (313) 845-9612 or
diane@hfcc.edu
COUN 120 - Career Exploration
Course Description:
Designed to assist students in exploring and
assessing their interests, needs, and values in relation to
possible occupations and careers. Both readings and small group
discussion are utilized.
Course Description:
Discussion, testing, and computer
research enable participants to examine their own resources,
strengths, and constraints to determine what is realistic for
future change. Decision-making tools are taught so that
effective planning results in harmony between one's life and
work. Potential trouble areas are examined through
problem-solving techniques.
Associate Dean Dr.
Kim Schopmeyer (313) 845-9625 or
kschop@hfcc.edu
CRJ 131 - Introduction to Law Enforcement and Criminal
Justice
Course Description: An overview of the criminal justice system in the U.S. Topics
surveyed are the history of law enforcement; the political,
sociological, and philosophic background of police functions;
and the criminal courts. Constitutional problems as they relate
to the police function are surveyed, and the use of recent technology
in criminal justice is discussed.
Course Description:
Studies the legal and philosophical basis of the juvenile justice
process along with a review of the juvenile court procedures
in Michigan. Problems related to delinquency and its control
are discussed.
CRJ 136 - Corrections I - Introduction to Corrections
Course Description:
A study of the
history and philosophy of corrections. An investigation
is made of probation and parole and the impact of prisoner rights law on the system as a
whole.
CRJ 141 - Corrections Client - Human Growth and
Development
Course Description:
Investigates human development and
its relationship to criminal patterns, stressing the role of
environment and family as influences on behavior. Specific
issues such as substance abuse and mental pathologies are
reviewed, and intervention strategies and treatment alternatives are
discussed.
Course Description:
Required of Business
Administration majors planning to transfer to four-year
colleges. This course delineates the theoretical underpinnings
of aggregative economic analysis. Specific areas of study
include money and banking, national income accounting,
alternative employment theories, governmental interventions, and
economic growth.
Prerequisite:
Ability to keyboard 25 words per minute Note: This course fulfills the HFCC computer literacy
requirement.
Course Description: This is a required course for Business Administration
majors planning to transfer to four-year colleges. Delineates the theoretical underpinnings of disaggregative
economic analysis. Specific
areas of study include the price system, market imperfections,
labor unions, governmental interventions, and international
economics.
Course Description:
Introduces
students to the financing of the modern business
enterprise. Topics include financial statement analysis, working capital management, capital
acquisition and budgeting, the valuation of securities,
and global financial principles.
Note:
This course meets the graduation
requirement for General Education Outcome 2: Computer Literacy.
Course Description:
This is an introductory course appropriate for all
technical and skilled trade students. The course is designed to provide computer
familiarity, not proficiency. Industrial applications of computers will be
stressed. Computer software, programming, storage/input/output devices and
controls as they apply to industry will be explored. Design as well as hands-on,
primarily competency based. The course will provide experiences and
demonstrations in keyboarding, window programs, word processing, spreadsheets,
databases, computer graphics, basic programming, time permitting two-dimensional
computer aided drafting.
MFMT 114 - Energy Conversion Principles, Tools,
Instrumentation and Processes
Course Description:
A basic online course in applied power and
process plant heat fundamentals designed to provide
introductory practical science studies for students entering
the power, facilities and process operation and maintenance
fields. The course is designed to provide a basic background
for entry-level persons preparing to take boiler and steam
licensing exams and to prepare them to function effectively
as multi-skilled power or process plant engineers, building
engineers, boiler operators or heating plant operators.
Course Description: A basic Boiler (Low Pressure) Heating Plant Operation and
Maintenance course covering the necessary information on
skills, knowledge and competencies for persons employed as
building engineers or seeking positions as building and
plant multi-skilled facilities technicians. Building-plant
major equipment and controls maintenance for systems are
covered to allow the employed or prospective
engineer/technician to grasp the elements of operating
procedures, required maintenance and repair, along with
continuing oversight to ensure continuity of operation.
Students study materials which are taken from workplace
literature and actual field systems and utilize a workbook
to complete multi-skilled tasks similar to those completed
by skilled technicians in the field. Students are required
to complete sketches, workbook exercises, and optional field
activities along with quizzes and exams related to the study
materials and field systems.
Prerequisites/Co-requisites: Meet current qualifications for
taking the HP Boiler Operator’s 3rd or 4th Class local or national Steam License
Exams which usually equate to 2-3 years of steam power plant experience. Power
engineers in the field with one or more years of heating plant or other
facilities utility plant operation experience will find this course helpful in
preparing for steam license exams.
Course Description: High Pressure Boiler Operation/Maintenance License
Preparation.
MFMT 116a -
3rd Class Turbine/Engine License Prep (OL)
Course Description:
Additional preparation in the Turbine/Engine,
Auxiliaries and Refrigeration areas for License Preparation
for 3rd Class Steam and Refrigeration or 4th Class NIULPE
Licenses. This is a course covering the necessary
information on skills, knowledge and competencies for
persons employed as boiler operators and plant engineers or
seeking positions as plant multi-skilled facilities
technicians. Building-plant major equipment and controls
maintenance for systems are covered to allow the employed or
prospective engineer/technician to grasp the elements of
operating procedures, required maintenance and repair, along
with continuing oversight to ensure continuity of operation.
Students study materials which are taken from workplace
literature and actual field systems and utilize a workbook
to complete sketches, workbook exercises, and optional field
activities along with quizzes and exams related to the study
materials and field systems.
Course Description:
This is a Basic Power Plant Technology Course
designed for persons seeking to enter the field as a power
plant operator in a utility plant or industrial process
large power plant. This course identifies and involves
study of the competencies required for entering this
critical field by providing information, review of major and
minor power engineering subjects including boilers, basic
thermodynamics, boiler operation and maintenance, boiler and
plant efficiency and emission control, pumps, auxiliaries,
power plant accessories, turbines, engines, electrical,
compressors, internal combustion engines, power plant
equipment, and review of national, state, and local steam
and boiler codes. Provides skill review in solving typical
power plant problems and optional laboratory experiences as
they may be locally available related to practical exam
skills, plant efficiency and basic thermodynamics.
MFMT 228 - Power Engineering
- Steam License Review
Prerequisite:
The course is designed for
students who have the necessary work experience and practical
preparation to qualify to write for local license agency courses
such as the City of Detroit, City of Dearborn or for nationally
identified examination agency exams such as NIULPE (National
Institute for the Uniform Licensing of Power Engineers) 1st
Class, 2nd Class or Chief Engineer's license examination.
Normally 3-10 years of power engineering field experience is
required for applicants to qualify for taking these license
exams. The examinations are designed to 1) Test the applicants'
knowledge in the area in which the license is being sought and,
2) Measure the applicants' ability to solve problems, interpret
the steam code to operate a steam power plant safely and
prudently.
Students study materials which are
taken from workplace literature and actual field systems and
utilize a workbook to complete multi-skilling tasks similar to
those completed by skilled technicians in the field. Students
are required to complete sketches, workbook exercises, and
optional field activities along with quizzes and exams related
to the study materials and field systems.
Power Engineers and Stationary
Engineers seeking a First and/or Second Class Steam License have
been working in the field a minimum of 5-6 years after
completing their education or apprenticeship. Being an online
course, prospective students should be computer literate, able
to access the Internet readily, be familiar with e-mail systems,
have the ability to easily work in a windows and Internet
browser environment, be comfortable communicating in writing, be
self-motivated and able to spend 6-12 hours of their time per
week devoted to course study. Prospective students must have
access to an internet-capable computer utilizing a browser such
as Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator or must work from a
computer in an on-campus lab.
Course Description:
An advanced online 1st, 2nd Class Steam License
Review course covering power engineering subjects including boilers, basic
thermodynamics, boiler operation, maintenance, plant efficiency, pumps,
auxiliaries, power plant accessories, turbines, engines, electrical,
compressors, internal combustion engines, and review of national, state and
local steam and boiler codes. Includes solving typical power plant problems, and
practical exam skills.
MFMT 229 - Building-Plant
Major Equipment/Controls Maintenance II
Prerequisite:
ENT 141, MFMT 114 or equivalent
courses or permission
Course Description:
An advanced course covering the necessary skills,
knowledge and competencies for persons seeking positions as building and plant
multi-skilled facilities technicians. Building-plant maintenance procedures and
processes are covered for management of maintenance, structure and architectural
portions of buildings, domestic hot water and potable water systems, plumbing
and piping systems, elevators and transport systems, electric distribution and
co-gen systems, waste disposal systems, fire and life safety systems, lighting
systems and associated controls with hands-on interfacing to plan projects,
complete set up procedures, the required maintenance and repair, along with
continuing oversight to ensure continuity of operation. This course may be
conducted online.
MFMT 241 - Power Engineering/Refrigeration
License
Course Description: An advanced college level 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Class
Refrigeration Operator License Review and Refrigeration
Journeyman course providing information and review of the
fundamentals of refrigeration thermodynamics, refrigerants,
metering devices, refrigeration system components,
refrigeration system operation for ammonia and other
refrigerants and refrigeration system operation and
maintenance. The course focuses on license exam subjects requiring
knowledge of basic refrigeration, working heat transfer and
refrigeration system operating problems, and special systems
covered on the license exams. Students are required to
answer questions, work problems, and sketch components and
systems.
Prerequisite: Power Engineers and Stationary
Engineers seeking a First and/or Second Class Steam License
who have been working in the field a minimum of 5-6 years
after completing their education or apprenticeship. Having
been out of school for this extended period, a review course
must be provided to allow these engineers to prepare to take
advanced license exams. Students completing HFCC Power
Engineering courses have gained lab-type field experience
which would allow them to further their education and
preparation toward gaining higher class licenses. Power
engineers with 4-6 years of experience in a heating plant or
other facilities utility plant, industrial steam process
power plant and/or utility power plants will find this
course helpful in preparing for steam license exams.
Course Description: A preparatory-level Steam License Review
course providing information, review of major and minor
power engineering subjects including boilers, basic
thermodynamics, boiler operation and maintenance, boiler and
plant efficiency and emissions control, pumps, auxiliaries,
power plant accessories, turbines, engines, electrical
compressors, internal combustion engines, power plant
equipment, and review of national, state, and local steam
boiler codes. Provides skill review in solving typical power
plant problems and laboratory experiences as available
related to practical exam skills, plant efficiency and basic
thermodynamics.
Course Description:
Designed for students in the health care and
nursing programs needing to establish a foundation in the basic principles of
pharmacology. This survey course presents a rationale for understanding current
drug therapy involving the common disorders of the major body systems.
Administration and dosage calculations are not components of this course.
This course is designed to prepare
students to function effectively as a multi-level skilled trade or service
technician in the energy/maintenance technology/ trade and apprentice fields
with emphasis on basic workplace skills and knowledge. The course will emphasize
the hands-on aspect of basic skills where possible in a workplace laboratory
setting. The course is designed to include the immediate and essential workplace
skills required of installation, service, operation and maintenance technicians
entering various multiskilled operation and maintenance technician fields. This
course covers general workplace and worker personal and employment skills along
with safety, hazardous or environmental concerns for workers on the job.
Associate Dean Ms. Katherine Grahl (313) 845-6632 or
kathg@hfcc.edu
Director Mary Assel (313) 317-1556 or
massel@hfcc.edu
ELI 005 - Advanced ESL College
Preparatory Reading and Writing I
Prerequisite:
Students must have writing skills scores of 55-70 and reading
skills scores of 70-81 on the ESL COMPASS Test.
Course Description: This course emphasizes ESL
intermediate-level college preparatory reading and writing
skills. Students practice study systems, memory strategies,
test preparation skills, and organizational skills while
improving vocabulary, dictionary skills, understanding of
idioms, and spelling. Students practice comprehension skills
such as distinguishing general and specific terms, recognizing
main ideas, and drawing conclusions. With frequent writing
assignments, this course stresses grammatical accuracy, oral and
written sentence patterns, and the basic principles and types of
paragraph writing. There is special emphasis on the use of
computer software and the web and the use of near-native
speech. It substitutes for ENG 078 and ENG 091 and if passed,
qualifies the student for ENG 081 and ENG 092 and ELI 006.
ELI 006 - Advanced ESL College
Preparatory Reading and Writing II
Prerequisite:
Students must have writing skills scores of 71-85 and reading
skills scores of 82-87 on the ESL COMPASS Test or have passed
ELI 005 or both ENG 078 and ENG 091.
Course Description: This course is designed to provide
college preparatory reading and writing instruction at an
advanced level. Students learn note taking and test preparation
skills and practice specialized reading in social science,
literature, and mathematics. Reading also focuses on making
inferences, retaining concepts, organizing facts, and making
judgments. A major objective of the course is to prepare
students to write college-level expository essays free from
major sentence structure errors, faulty agreement problems, and
inappropriate diction. Students continue their study of
troublesome structures such as noun clauses, infinitive phrases,
and conditional expressions. Students speak and understand at a
near-fluency level. This course is a prerequisite for ENG 131.
It substitutes for English 081 and English ENG 092 or ENG 093.
Associate Dean Ms. Katherine Grahl (313) 845-6632 or
kathg@hfcc.edu
ENG 131 - Introduction to College Writing
Prerequisite: A satisfactory score on the English placement
test or a grade of S (Satisfactory) in English 092 or English 093 and a grade
of S (Satisfactory) in English 081 if required.
Course Description: English 131 is the first college-level composition course in
a two-semester sequence, emphasizing critical reading, critical
thinking, and critical writing skills. Through readings students
will explore various topics and various types of writing. Through
essays, written in and out of class, students will demonstrate
the development of a clear main idea through well-organized
supporting material, written in correct, effective English.
To meet the above goals, a writing assignment which integrates
analysis and summary of an article and a persuasive paper incorporating
limited outside information will be included.
Course Description: English 132 is the second course in the two-semester college-level
reading and writing sequence that begins with English 131. The
course further instructs students in the reading, writing, and
critical thinking skills required at four-year colleges and
universities and in the workforce. Students will learn how to
select, evaluate, analyze, synthesize, reference, and document
source material, including a variety of literary works that
explore diverse themes and cultural perspectives. Students will
then use the source materials to complete a college-level research
paper.
ENG 135 - Business and Technical Writing and Research
Prerequisite:
A grade of C - or better in ENG 131
Course Description: The second college-level writing course for students in Career
Education programs and others interested in professional communication.
Students design communications for the kinds of audiences they
will address as professionals. They write resumes, letters,
memos, short reports, instructional documents, proposals, and
an extensive, research based documented report.
Prerequisite: A
satisfactory score on the English placement test or a grade of S
(Satisfactory) in ENG 093 and a grade of S (Satisfactory) in ENG
081, if required.
Course Description: An elective writing course that
provides students at any level of experience a firm grasp of the
fundamentals of imaginative self-expression. The assignments are
diverse, ranging from traditional to contemporary forms of
poetry, fiction, drama, and imaginative non-fiction, in order to
offer students a broad range of new opportunities for
development of their own chosen subjects, and new ways to polish
their own personal style.
Course Description: Introduces the forms, themes, history, and uses of
literature written for children ages three to twelve.
Students learn to evaluate and select literature critically
and understand its use in preschool, elementary, and middle
school classrooms. Genres to be studied include traditional
fiction/folktales, contemporary realistic fiction, picture
books, fantasy/science fiction, historical fiction,
biography, nonfiction, and poetry/verse.
Associate Dean Dr.
Kim Schopmeyer (313) 845-9625 or
kschop@hfcc.edu
GEOG 132 - World Regional Geography
Course Description:
An overview examining the spatial distribution of
people and places around the world, with emphasis on the
cultural, political, social, and economic aspects of regions.
Topics are explored by examining ways that humans interact with
the environment and one another. Emphasis is placed on the
spatial variation of human activities at all scales from local
to global.
Course Description:
The most prominent causes of death and disability in North America
are the diseases that are largely lifestyle related. Statistics
indicate that nearly 80% of these deaths could be prevented
by following a positive lifestyle. That is the focus of this
course. The class will assess the student’s current level of
wellness and provide the tools necessary to improve and motivate
the student to practice healthier lifestyles throughout adulthood.
Course Description:
Emphasizes the importance of proper nutrition through the understanding of basic
nutrition principles
and their application to everyday life. Dietary requirements
of protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals are
explained along with their food sources. Other topics include
digestion and metabolism; weight loss, weight gain and stabilization;
water balance and exercise.
Course Description:
A course designed to teach health care
professionals the basics of nutrition and its application to
disease, growth and development.
Course Description:
This course will provide information in the three
areas of Health, Nutrition and Physical Education that the
classroom teacher will need for knowledge and practical use in
teaching. Teaching strategies and projects
in Health and Nutrition as well as movement education and games
will be presented. The emphasis will be
for potential teachers to provide learning experiences for
children’s development of positive lifestyle
behaviors, as well as to fulfill objectives for the Michigan
Model for Health.
Associate Dean Dr.
Kim Schopmeyer (313) 845-9625 or
kschop@hfcc.edu
HIST 235 - The Era of the Vietnam War
Course Description:
This course traces the causation factors leading to the escalation of U.S.
involvement in the Vietnam Conflict from 1945 until 1975. Within
the historical context of colonial rule over Vietnam, as well
as, the struggle for Vietnamese nationalism, the political,
diplomatic, and military strategy of the United States will
be emphasized.
Course Description:
A study of the American Civil War, including the causes,
personalities, soldiers, social groups, significant battles, and legacy of America’s defining conflict. (1848-1877)
HIST 237 - The Cold War, 1917-1991: Capitalism, Communism
& the Contest for Global Domination
Course Description:
Traces the development and
evolution of the Cold War from a global perspective, including
its roots before and during World War II, through the postwar to
the collapse of the Soviet State in 1991.
Course Description:
A study of the America’s Revolutionary War Era,
including the causes, social, political and economic conditions,
military aspects, founding documents and legacy of America’s
formative years. (1763-1791)
Course Description:
A study of the United States during World War II, including the causes,
personalities, military aspects, home front, and legacy of the war that defined
the latter half of the twentieth century and established the United States as a
world leader. (1935 – 1945)
Prerequisite:
Completion of or concurrent enrollment in MPS
100
Course Description: A beginning course covering the basic concepts of computer
numerical control (CNC). Experience is obtained through the
setup, operation, and programming of a CNC Mill and CNC
Lathe.
Course Description: This course is intended to prepare
students for algebra in MATH 080 or MATH 100. Topics covered
include fractions, percents, measurement and geometry, signed
numbers, linear equations and proportions. Techniques of problem
solving and applications are included throughout the course.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in Math 074 or a satisfactory
score on the placement test
Course Description: This course is intended
as a developmental course for students who need to develop skills in beginning
algebra topics. Topics covered include solutions of linear equations and
inequalities, an introduction to graphing linear equations,
polynomial operations, factoring, properties of integer exponents,
and solutions to quadratic equations by factoring. Techniques
of problem solving and applications are included throughout
the course.
Prerequisite: A
grade of C or better in MATH 080 or a satisfactory
score on the placement test
Course Description: Topics covered include solving linear, quadratic, rational, and
square root equations, solving linear inequalities, an introduction to functions,
graphs of linear and quadratic functions, rational expressions,
exponents, radicals, and solving systems of
linear equations. Techniques of problem-solving and applications
are included throughout the course along with modeling data
using linear and quadratic functions.
Prerequisite:
A grade of C or better in Math 110 or a satisfactory
score on the placement test
Course Description: Topics include coordinate geometry, functions and their graphs,
algebraic and graphical solutions of equations and inequalities,
graphs and zeros of polynomial functions, Fundamental Theorem
of Algebra, conic sections, linear modeling, systems of equations
and inequalities, matrices and their operations, sequences and
series, and the Binomial Theorem. Techniques of problem solving
and applications are included along with an introduction to the usage of graphing
calculators.
Prerequisites:
A grade of C or better
in Math 110 or a satisfactory score on the placement
test
Course Description: An introductory course for
students in business administration, education, social
sciences, engineering, and other fields in which data are
collected and predictions are made. Topics covered include
descriptive measures, the summarizing of data, an
introduction to probability, probability functions, the
normal distribution, sampling theory, hypothesis testing,
correlation, and regression. Students are exposed to the use
of technology for data analysis.
MATH 153 - Calculus for Business, Life
and Social Science
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in Math 115, or Math 150
or Math 175, or a satisfactory score on the placement test
Course Description: For students in business and life and social sciences but not
engineering, mathematics, or physical sciences majors. This course
is an introduction to the study of differential and integral calculus of algebraic,
logarithmic, and exponential functions of one variable. Topics
covered
include graphical, numerical and algebraic determination of
derivatives and definite integrals, applications of the
derivative including minima and maxima, and integration and its
application. Applications are included throughout the course.
Credit cannot be earned for both Math 153 and Math 180.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in Math 115 or a satisfactory
score on the placement test
Course Description: Topics include algebraic, graphical, and numerical representations
of functions, including composition and inverses of functions.
The primary focus is the study of rational functions, exponential
and logarithmic functions, and trigonometric functions of real
numbers and angles. Also included are analytic trigonometry,
solutions of triangles, polar coordinates and vectors. Techniques of problem solving and applications are
included throughout the course requiring the frequent usage of graphing
calculators.
Associate Dean Ms. Theresa Mozug / Mr. Ron
Boddurka (313) 317-6548 / 845-9877 or
tmozug@hfcc.edu
PHT 144 - Pharmacy College
Admission Testing (PCAT) and Current Issues in Pre-Pharmacy
Suggested Prerequisite:
BIO 152, CHEM 141, ENG 131, CIS 100 or BCA 140
are recommended prerequisites (but not required), as well as,
CHEM 142, ENG 132, PHYS 131, and SPC 131.
Course Description:
This seminar course will provide an overview of
the pharmacy profession including licensure, areas of practice,
career options, and pharmacy workplace issues. General pharmacy
school information including the PHARM D curriculum, the
considerations in selecting a school of pharmacy, and admission
requirements will be discussed. A mock PCAT exam will be given
to determine the student’s strengths and weaknesses. Select test
preparation options will then be discussed.
Associate Dean Dr.
Kim Schopmeyer (313) 845-9625 or
kschop@hfcc.edu
POLS 131 - Introduction to
American Government & Political Science
Course Description:
Examines principles and problems of American political institutions,
including the role of government and politics in society, the
balancing of liberty with authority, and theories of the state.
Mechanisms of popular control (public opinion, pressure groups,
political parties, elections) and formal structure are examined.
Additional components include foreign policy, public policy,
and contemporary events.
Associate Dean Dr.
Kim Schopmeyer (313) 845-9625 or
kschop@hfcc.edu
PSY 131 - Introductory Psychology
Course Description:
Introduces elementary concepts and principles
related to the scientific study of behavior and the mental
processes of cognition and affective states. Variables examined
include the history of psychology, the scientific method,
theory, biological foundations, psychological processes related
to cognition and affective states, developmental changes over
time, and applications related to healthy and unhealthy
personalities.
Course Description:
This course is intended for students seeking a degree in
secondary education and/or psychology. Adolescent Psychology will expose the
student to the major areas of adolescent behavior and development. Some of
the areas will include but not be limited to: the theoretical construct of
adolescent, the physical and cognitive development of the adolescent, the social
structure surrounding the adolescent, the transitions from upper elementary to
middle school and then to high school, the personality development of the
adolescent, the psychosexual development of the adolescent, as well as the
psychological issues facing the adolescent.
Associate Dean Dr.
Charles Jacobs (313) 845-9632 or
cjacobs@hfcc.edu
SCI 131 -
Revolutions in Science
Suggested Prerequisite:
A previous college-level science course is
recommended.
Course Description:
Explores the development of modern Western
science from its origins in the ancient world to the present
day. Students will develop an understanding of major
scientific theories through the study of selected original
writings in translation as well as modern commentaries.
Associate Dean Dr.
Kim Schopmeyer (313) 845-9625 or
kschop@hfcc.edu
SOC 131 - Introduction
to Sociology
Course Description:
Introduces the sociological approach to
understanding human behavior. Students investigate how a
society’s culture and social organization shape actions and
influence everyday life. Connections between the individual and
society are explored in relation to all aspects of social life,
including family, work, social inequality, religion, politics,
and the economy. This course provides the basis for further
study in sociology and social work.
Course Description:
Makes the student more aware of the personal
decisions one makes in life and of the cultural influences
affecting decisions relating to family situations. Areas of
discussion include definitions of marriage and the family,
married partners as individuals, becoming partners, experiencing
family commitment, changing commitments, and cross-cultural
comparisons.
Course Description:
A survey course investigating the various electronic communication
media, as well as the print media, from historical, economic,
and social viewpoints.
Course Description:
An introduction to the film medium and the film
experience as entertainment, artistic expression, and social
communication, through examination of production techniques,
critical theories, and historic examples.
Associate Dean Dr.
Kim Schopmeyer (313) 845-9625 or
kschop@hfcc.edu
WR 131 - Comparative Religion
Course Description:
Introduces the beliefs, practices, and experiences of the major
world religious traditions. In addition to examining the particulars
of each faith, this course emphasizes current perspectives in religious
studies that serve to clarify the nature and functions of religion
as a force shaping the increasingly pluralistic modern world.
WR 232 - Western Religion: Judaism,
Christianity and Islam
Course Description:
Students will explore the differences and
commonalities among Judaism, Christianity and Islam. This class
will help to sensitize students to the diverse ways that Western
religious traditions pursue the basic questions of ultimate
reality. The course will define religion, explore its function
and purpose, and identify the origins of Western religious
motifs still very much in evidence in the twentieth century.
Course Description:
This course introduces the beliefs, practices and experiences of major Eastern
religions. This academic study of religion explores Eastern religious
philosophies as a whole complex worldview, as well as investigates the unique
beliefs and practices of several Eastern religions. This is accomplished by
examining historical roots, developmental growth as well as modern versions of
major Eastern religions enabling the student to understand the perspective of
Eastern religious philosophies.
WR 240 - Myths and
Symbols: Deciphering
Messages of Sacred Traditions
Course Description:
This course introduces the
academic study of religious myths. This is accomplished by
examining spiritual and religious perspectives of cultures as
sources of myths. Symbols, themes and plots are analyzed,
enabling the student to identify common characteristics and
patterns in myths originating in various cultures and religions
throughout human history, while offering students the
opportunity to resonate with the messages of myths.