Catalog of Courses
Browse below to find courses being taught at EMCC during current and upcoming semesters. Courses are listed in alphanumeric order based on course subject prefix and number. You may click on the subject listings in the left filter menu to narrow results by subject. You may search for current class offerings available for enrollment by clicking on the link under each course. Click here to view the official current and archived book versions of the EMCC Academic Catalog.
Introduction to Earth's materials, surface and internal geologic processes, plate tectonics and geologic time. Includes practical experience in rock and mineral identification, topographic maps, and applied problems in geology. Prerequisites: None.
Enrollment in both a GLG101IN lecture section and a GLG101IN laboratory section is required. Students may receive credit for only one of the following: GLG101 and GLG103 or GLG101IN.
GLG1101 The origin and history of the Earth, its dynamic geographic and climatic changes. Evolution and sequence of life recorded in the fossil record; tectonic evolution of major continents through time. Prerequisites: None.
Enrollment in both a GLG102IN lecture section and a GLG102IN laboratory section is required. Students may receive credit for only one of the following: GLG102 and GLG104 or GLG102IN.
Acquaints students with the use and importance of geological studies as they apply to the interactions between people and the Earth. Includes geological processes and hazards such as earthquakes, volcanoes, floods and landslides. Examines environmental impact and use of mineral and energy resources. Prerequisites: None.
Enrollment in both a GLG110IN lecture section and a GLG110IN laboratory section is required. Students may receive credit for only one of the following: GLG110 and GLG111 or GLG110IN.
An exploration of human expression in contemporary arts and sciences. Prerequisites: None.
Study of worldviews in a variety of historical and contemporary world cultures, including analysis of origin and creation myths, artistic expression, spirituality, and the natural environment. Prerequisites: None.
Analysis of Hispanic film as art form and as social commentary. Prerequisites: None.
Introduction to major topics in the field of popular culture studies. Includes basic theories, methods, and concepts used to analyze popular culture texts and practices.
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 or ENG107.
An historical analysis of the interrelationships of art, architecture, literature, music, and philosophy from the early civilizations to the Renaissance, including Western and non-Western cultures.
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101.
An historical analysis of the interrelationships of art, architecture, literature, music, and philosophy from the Renaissance to modern period, including Western and non-Western cultures.
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101.
Introduction to the fundamentals of the natural gas pipeline operations. Includes topics such as damage prevention, emergency response, valve operation, and testing of facilities. This course prepares students for the Non-Joiner Operator Qualification in the natural gas pipeline industry. Prerequisites: None.
Principles and practices of plastic pipe joining in the natural gas industry. Includes pipe joining techniques such as solvent cements, heat fusions, mechanical saddle fittings, and compression couplings. This course prepares students for Pipe Joiner Qualification in the natural gas industry. Prerequisites: None.
Theories and concepts in industrial technology basics and OSHA 10 certification. Introductory concepts in industrial math, hand and power tools, technical drawings, rigging, and materials handling. Emphasis on communication and employability skills. Included labs emphasize and anchor the course material. Safety and management expectations. Defense in depth strategy and conduct of verifications. Maintenance procedures. Work control process. Performance of work standards and documentation including pre-job preparation, pre-job notification, job review, job verification and job close out specific to nuclear power plant operations. Prerequisites: None.
Overview of the historical, psychological, social, and cultural aspects of play, leisure, and recreation and their role in contemporary society. Nature of play and leisure behavior in human development within different cultures and the contribution play, recreation, and leisure make to the quality of life for individuals in today's society. Prerequisites: None.
Basic vocabulary and grammar to develop conversational skills in Spanish. Emphasis on speaking skills. Prerequisites: None.
Intermediate development of vocabulary and grammar to develop conversational skills in Spanish. Emphasis on speaking skills.
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in SPA085AA. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.Advanced development of vocabulary and grammar to develop conversational skills in Spanish. Emphasis on speaking skills.
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in SPA085AB. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.Basic grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary of the Spanish language. Includes the study of the Spanish-speaking cultures. Practice of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Prerequisites: None.
SPA1101 Continued study of grammar and vocabulary of the Spanish language and study of the Spanish-speaking cultures. Emphasis on speaking, reading, and writing skills.
Prerequisites: (A grade of "C" or better in SPA101 or SPA101AA), or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.
SPA1102 Basic pronunciation, vocabulary, sentence structures, and cultural awareness, necessary to develop speaking and listening skills in Spanish. Prerequisites: None.
Basic conversational Spanish for health care workers or students. Emphasis on basic sentence structure, pronunciation and vocabulary used in health care settings. Prerequisites: None.
