MATC 2021-22 Catalog

FUNERL – GRDS

DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

to funeral service, with emphasis on the psychological and sociological value of the funeral. All aspects of grief, both normal and complicated, are addressed, along with many related factors such as family structure, cause and manner of death, and societal in fl uences. E ff ective verbal and nonverbal communication skills are applied to the role of the funeral director. Prerequisite(s): Complete PSYCH-199 or PSYCH-231. Must be admitted to the Funeral Service (10-528-1) program. GENST – General Studies (Department: 890) GENST-204 Credits: 3 College Success Seminar Course provides learners with strategies to develop tools for success in college and life. Students learn academic and research skills. Students will develop strategies, behaviors and habits that lead to success in personal responsibility, goal setting, self-motivation, self-management, interdependence, and multicultural awareness. Learners will apply self-management techniques, explore fi nancial management strategies, practice study skills, and apply methods to improve personal e ff ectiveness. GEOSCI – Geological Science (Department: 806) GEOSCI-112 Credits: 3 Principles of Sustainability See description at selfservice.matc.edu. GEOSCI-232 Credits: 3 Earth Science Introduces students to the fi elds of geology, meteorology, astronomy and oceanography. It emphasizes humans’ continually evolving techniques of exploring both the past and the present world and universe. GEOSCI-233 Credits: 3 Environmental Science This course introduces basic scienti fi c principles necessary to an understanding of the relationships between mankind and the environment, with special focus on the e ff ects of mankind’s activities on the environment. GEOSCI-234 Credits: 1 Earth Sciences Laboratory This laboratory course introduces students to the earth sciences through fi rst-hand activities and exploration. Subject matter di ff ers in di ff erent sections. The course may emphasize identifying minerals, rocks and fossils; interpreting and compiling maps (including GIS); observing and forecasting weather conditions; collecting and analyzing environmental data; and/or other earth science topics. Consult instructor or department chairperson for speci fi c content. This laboratory should only be taken in conjunction with, or subsequent to, GEOSCI-232.

introducing basic knowledge of shape and space, unity and components, contrast, hierarchy, psychology of color, sign and symbol. Students also will learn how to utilize the available media and work within design constraints. GRDS-104 Credits: 3 Researching and Concepting Successful graphic design needs careful planning and research before ideas are explored. In this course, students will experience the professional design process from clari fi cation of the client’s objective, to analysis and research of visual reference and contemporary trends, to implementation of the fi nal comprehensive design. Prerequisite(s): Complete GRDS-103. GRDS-107 Credits: 3 Digital Imaging: Adobe Photoshop This course is an introduction to digital imaging in Adobe Photoshop as it applies to design and illustration. Students learn digital color correction, retouching, image manipulation, special e ff ects, image composing and creative design techniques. Di ff erences between raster and vector graphics are discussed. Students also learn how to manage fi les, optimize images for print output and multimedia applications. GRDS-110 Credits: 3 Layout and Publishing: InDesign This course builds the essential skills in popular desktop publishing programs. Topics covered include integrating graphics and photos into publication, formatting type, creating tables, importing fi les, managing story threads, managing color and assembling pages. Design principles and process speci fi c to publications will be emphasized. Creative assignments range from newsletters, magazines and books to electronic publications. Prerequisite(s): Complete GRDS-115. GRDS-111 Credits: 3 Advertising Design This course is an introduction to advertising layout, from rough concepts to comprehensive presentations. Students will explore e ff ective design styles, use of typography and various rendering techniques. Prerequisite(s): Complete GRDS-107. GRDS-112 Credits: 3 Graphic Design Workshop In addition to a course facilitator, fi ve visiting professionals who exemplify the broad spectrum of practice within the graphic arts industry will present mini seminars scheduled for three weeks each. These professionals will represent members of the regional graphic arts community including graphic/web designers, art/creative directors, photographers and illustrators. Prerequisite(s): Complete GRDS-121.

GEOSCI-243

Credits: 3

Weather Fundamentals The course assists students whose work and interests require a general knowledge of atmospheric science. Applications appear in agribusiness, architectural design, insurance underwriting, environmental control, health and safety occupations, water resource industries, fabrication of materials (textiles, paint, plastics), physical geography and oceanography. GEOSCI-244 Credits: 1 Weather Fundamentals Laboratory This laboratory course complements GEOSCI-243 (Weather Fundamentals) by providing additional investigations involving real-time data and satellite images, plus a comprehensive range of critical- thinking exercises. GEOSCI-245 Credits: 4 General Geology This introductory geology course emphasizes the earth’s dynamic processes, as well as its composition, structure and surface features. The laboratory introduces the identi fi cation of rocks and minerals, and teaches mapping skills. Field trips are included. GEOSCI-246 Credits: 3 Climate Change Fundamentals This course examines critically our understanding of climate and its causes, the evidence of past and present climate change and models of future climate change, as well as the probable impacts of climate change on society, and implications for future energy resources and the economy. GLOBAL – Global Studies (Department: 140) GLOBAL-113 Credits: 1 International Field Studies - 1 Emphasizes the importance of integrating international awareness in the student’s program. Students explore the facets of the international environment examining ethical, cultural, social and organizational similarities and di ff erences. GLOBAL-115 Credits: 3 International Field Studies Emphasizes the importance of integrating international awareness in the student’s program. Students explore the facets of the international environment examining ethical, cultural, social and organizational similarities and di ff erences. GRDS – Graphic Design (Department: 201) GRDS-103 Credits: 3 Design Elements and Principles This course develops the student’s ability to express meaning with graphic form by

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