MATC 2025-26 Catalog

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HIST – History (Department 803) HIST-203

establishing contacts, job interviewing skills, resume writing, completing job applications, and follow-up. Guest speakers will add professional insight. Prerequisite(s): Complete GRDS-129.

GRDS-121

Credits: 3

Exhibition Design This course focuses on designing in three dimensions for larger scale exhibit and display applications. Client research, exhibit functionality, technical file preparation and aesthetic issues are dealt with at length. Students will refine model-making techniques and learn methods of reproduction. Prerequisite(s): Complete GRDS-117. GRDS-122 Credits: 3 Vector Graphics: Adobe Illustrator This course addresses the concepts and techniques of creating illustrations and images for use in print and digital applications utilizing current industry-standard drawing software: Adobe Illustrator. Assignments include the creation of logos, symbols, technical illustrations, information graphics and art for other applications. GRDS-126 Credits: 3 History of Design This course surveys the history of media forms and communication technologies, charting the historical trajectory from the alphabet to the internet. It explores mediation in and across time and the emergence and development of different media forms in relation to particular social, economic, perceptual, and technological conditions and historical moments. Prerequisite(s): Complete GRDS-110. GRDS-128 Credits: 1 Portfolio Pathway Exit course for pathway students and portfolio checkpoint for program students. This course will help students evaluate their current portfolio, existing work, and modifications and improvements based on critique. Students will develop an online portfolio of work using Behance, WordPress or any blog platform. Prerequisite(s): Complete GRDS-103. GRDS-129 Credits: 3 Motion Graphic Design An advanced layout and production course addressing motion graphic design. Students prepare concepts to finished pieces for digital distribution. Topics covered include design techniques for time-based media through a variety of mediums. Prerequisite(s): Complete GRDS-110. GRDS-142 Credits: 3 Brand and Media Strategies This course examines the elements of surprise, which carry tremendous weight, both as a tool for retention and word-of-mouth transference. This course studies the pros and cons of guerilla and viral methods through case study and real life project application. Prerequisite(s): Complete GRDS-110. GRDS-153 Credits: 3 Portfolio Assessment In this course, students will learn portfolio preparation and presentation, networking and

Credits: 3

HEALTH – Health (Department 501) HEALTH-101

Western Civilization From Ancient Times to 1716 This course surveys the evolution of Western civilization from ancient times to 1776. Special emphasis is placed on the development and interactions of the political, social, religious and economic institutions that form the foundations of Western civilization today. HIST-204 Credits: 3 Western Civilization From 1776 This course surveys the evolution of Western civilization from 1776 to the present time. Special emphasis is placed on the development and interactions of the political, social, religious and economic institutions that form the foundations of Western civilization today. HIST-206 Credits: 3 America Since 1945 This course analyzes domestic and foreign policy of the United States since World War II. Beginning with the Truman administration, it moves through the current time. The emphasis is on changes in America’s role in international affairs, growth in presidential power and changes within American society. Special attention is devoted to the Middle East, Asia, Latin America, the Civil Rights Movement, the cultural revolution of the ’60s and New Federalism. HIST-210 Credits: 3 experiences of women in the development of America. Emphasis is placed on the impact of women in the political, economic and social events that shaped the nation, and the growing awareness in women of their role in society. HIST-211 Credits: 3 America Through 1877 A survey of the history of the United States from 1500 to 1877. Emphasis is placed on colonial development, the movement for independence and the establishment of government under the Constitution. Special attention is devoted to the evolution of political democracy, economic developments, the emergence of the sectional controversy leading to the Civil War and the period of Reconstruction that followed. HIST-212 Credits: 3 America Since 1877 The major developments in United States history from the 1870s to the present are traced. Attention is focused on industrialization, urbanization, development of the West, reform movements and the emergence of the United States as a world power. HIST-213 Credits: 3 America: 1921-1945 This course focuses on America in prosperity, depression and war. It assesses the successes and Women in American History This course provides an analysis of the

Credits: 3

Medical Terminology Focuses on the component parts of medical terms: prefixes, suffixes and word roots. Students practice formation, analysis and reconstruction of terms. Emphasis on spelling, definition and pronunciation. Introduction to operative, diagnostic, therapeutic and symptomatic terminology of all body systems as well as systemic and surgical terminology. HEALTH-104 Credits: 2 Contemporary Healthcare Practices An introduction to contemporary healthcare practices for students interested in a career serving diverse healthcare communities. Learners explore the essential skills required for equitable and inclusive person-centered interactions. Learners examine various health communities, mindful practices, professionalism, problem solving and patient confidentiality. HEALTH-107 Credits: 2 Digital Literacy for Healthcare The focus of this course is the use of technology in healthcare. Learners use common business software applications, including word processing, presentation, spreadsheet and databases. Communication methods using technology are addressed. Learners gain experience with using the electronic health record (EHR). Healthcare EHR security issues, social media use and digital healthcare resources are examined. HEALTH-110 Credits: 1 Basic Nutrition for Health Professionals The Basic Nutrition for Health Professionals course is designed to provide students with a baseline understanding of how diets are recommended for patients. HEALTH-112 Credits: 3 Introduction to Public Health A survey and analysis of current public health problems incorporating an epidemiologic framework. A basic introduction to community health history and organization is followed by specific health issues analyzed through the agent, host and environmental interrelationships. Primary, secondary and tertiary prevention, and health promotion strategies are detailed. HEALTH-160 Credits: 2 Study Strategies for Health Occupations This course focuses on creative thinking, brain-based learning principles, information processing and memory strategies, as well as life management skills. Learning strategies are taught to assist learners in integrating and processing technical information in a meaningful way.

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