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.
Understanding and enjoyment of art and visual culture through study of two-dimensional and three-dimensional works of art, design elements, media and processes, and cultural contexts. Emphasis on contemporary topics and cultural diversity in the arts. Prerequisites: None.
History of art from the Paleolithic period through the Middle Ages. Prerequisites: None.
History of art from the Renaissance through Modernism. Prerequisites: None.
Survey of history of photography from beginning to present. Emphasizes the reciprocal relationship between the medium's development and reception, society, and other visual arts. Technical developments, photographic practices, and sociocultural themes are studied. Prerequisites: None.
Introduction to the origins and historical development of art in Asia, with emphasis on Asia's major sub-regions including West, Central, East, South, and Southeast. Prerequisites: None.
Art of Mexico and related cultures, from the prehistoric to the contemporary period. Prerequisites: None.
Overview of early childhood education (birth to age eight) in American society, including current issues and responsibilities. Emphasis on issues of professionalism, ethics and program types. Opportunities for students to explore potential career paths. Prerequisites: None.
EED200 requires a minimum of 30 hours of field experience in birth to age eight environments.Consideration of public health issues and safety procedures within early childhood settings, serving young children birth to age eight. Overview of nutritional needs and issues of physical fitness and well-being in young children. Includes field experiences. Prerequisites: None.
Introduces children's language acquisition and literacy development. Exploration of the relationships among language, literacy, family, culture, and community. Study of educational practices and advocacy opportunities that support language acquisition, literacy development and the preservation of heritage languages. Prerequisites: None.
Work experience with infants and toddlers in early care and education settings. Eighty (80) hours of designated work per credit.
May be repeated for a total of six (6) credit hours. Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division.Health and wellness and their application to an optimal life style. Explores current topics of interest such as stress management, nutrition, fitness, and environmental health. Evaluates common risk factors associated with modern lifestyles. Prerequisites: None.
A survey of Spanish and Spanish-American film as art form and as social commentary. Includes documentary, biography, and films based on works of literature. Coursework, class participation, and oral and written reports conducted in English. Prerequisites: None.
A survey of Hispanic heritage in the Southwest. Cultural and social institutions and their contribution to the development of the region and its heritage. Prerequisites: None.