MATC 2025-26 Catalog

DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

SPEECH – (Department 810) SPEECH-201 Credits: 3 Elements of Speech 1 The purpose of this course is the development of speaking skills. Stress is placed upon speech content, organization and delivery. Growth in poise and confidence is a major goal of this course. SPEECH-203 Credits: 3 Interpersonal Communication This course applies the theory and principles of one-to-one communication to personal and professional relationships. Topics include gender, self-awareness, verbal and nonverbal communication, conflict management, assertiveness, and perception. SPEECH-206 Credits: 3 Intercultural Communication The course offers an opportunity to learn how to identify and appreciate cultural differences in terms of communication styles. Students will improve their ability to communicate, both personally and professionally, with others of different cultures. SPEECH-209 Credits: 3 Business and Professional Comm This course is an introduction to business and professional communication. The course includes a rough discussion of intrapersonal, interpersonal, and/or sociocultural factors associated with individual behavior, collective action, or societal development. The course also aims to enhance students’ ability to identify, apply and effectively communicate methodologies designed for conducting an inquiry into human behavior, collective action, societies, or cultures. Several practical elements are built into the course based on foregoing considerations (e.g., impromptu speaking, career interview and presentation). Prerequisite(s): Complete SPEECH-203. SPEECH-210 Credits: 3 Conflict and Communication The emphasis of this course is on developing communication behaviors that productively manage conflict; it is structured to integrate communication theory with practical application. Through readings, lectures, sample conflict cases and interviews, as well as through in-class discussion and exercises, this course will address both intrapersonal and interpersonal conflicts that occur in diverse settings, examine the sources of these conflicts and analyze the factors that influence how we identify, define, manage and defuse these conflicts. SPEECH-211 Credits: 3 Intro. Argumentation and Debate This course is designed to provide an introduction to the principles of argumentation, debate and logic. Students will examine different models of argument, learn how to structure and support arguments, and practice those skills in individual speaking, partnered and group contexts.

appropriate intervention strategies. Prerequisite(s): Complete HUMSVC-102, HUMSVC-103 and HUMSVC-113. SUDC-160 Ethical Dilemmas This course provides an opportunity for reflection and conversation about the ways in which personal and professional values impact work with clients. Emphasis is placed on exploring roles, rules and boundaries, which are necessary for the helping relationship. An eight step process for ethical decision-making will be explained and applied to select case examples. SUDC-161 Credits: 1 Treatment Issues This course applies fundamental principles of the helping relationship to working with clients who have problems related to their substance use. Emphasis is placed on application of current treatment models in the areas of assessment, case management, education, professional responsibilities and counseling. SUDC-162 Credits: 1 Service Delivery Issues This course focuses on issues related to delivery of substance abuse services to diverse population groups. Emphasis is placed on providing effective tools for the case management and coordination. SURGT – Surgical Technology (Department 512) SURGT-125 Credits: 4 Intro to Surgical Technology This course provides the foundational knowledge of the occupational environment. Principles of sterilization and disinfection are learned. Surgical instruments are introduced. Preoperative patient care concepts are simulated. Lab practice is included. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Surgical Technologist program (10-512-1). Complete HEALTH-101 and BIOSCI-177 or BIOSCI-201. Completion of or currently enrolled in BIOSCI-197. SURGT-126 Credits: 4 Surgical Tech Fundamentals 1 This course focuses on preparing the patient and operating room for surgery. Principles of sterile technique are emphasized as the student moves into the scrub role. Lab practice is included. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Surgical Technologist program (10-512-1). Complete SURGT-125. Completion of or currently enrolled in SURGT-127. SURGT-127 Credits: 2 Exploring Surgical Issues This course explores a variety of issues related to surgical technology. Emphasis is placed on becoming a professional member of the surgical team. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Surgical Technologist program (10 512-1). Completion of or currently enrolled in SURGT-125. Credits: 1

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Introduction to Theater This course examines the history and development of theater in its various forms. Primarily the course examines the technical and artistic elements of theater to provide students with a general understanding and appreciation of this art form. Students attend and critique several theater productions. SUDC – Substance Disorder Counseling (Department 550) SUDC-109 Drug Use and Abuse Students are acquainted with the pharmacological effects of chemical use/ abuse. This course takes an analytic approach to identification, intervention, prevention and treatment issues. SUDC-150 Credits: 3 Professional Readiness/ Ethics This course is designed to familiarize the student with the obligations of an addiction counselor to adhere to accepted ethical and behavioral standards of conduct and continuing education. An emphasis on professional codes of ethics, federal and state laws and agency regulations, and professional development is maintained. SUDC-151 Credits: 3 Clinical Evaluation and Treatment Planning This course provides an overview of the key components of the evaluation and treatment planning processes, including the necessary knowledge base, skills and attitudes of the professional. This is also a practice oriented course, and students will participate in a variety of screening, assessment and treatment planning situations. Prerequisite(s): Complete HUMSVC-102, HUMSVC-103 and HUMSVC-113. SUDC-152 Credits: 3 Service Coordination and Documentation This course focuses on the administrative, clinical and evaluative activities that bring the client, treatment services, community agencies and other resources together to focus on issues and needs identified in the treatment plan. Documentation requirements and skills, record management, and confidentiality issues are also a primary focus of the class. Prerequisite(s): Complete SUDC-109. SUDC-154 Credits: 3 Counseling Skills Development This course provides instruction and practice opportunities to develop the specific skills necessary for counseling individuals, groups, families and significant others. These skills include establishing a helping relationship, interviewing, using methods that reinforce positive behavior, motivational techniques, reframing and redirecting negative behaviors, crisis management, and applying culturally Credits: 3

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