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Health Sciences Broad Field

Associate of Science (AS)
60 credits
Delivery Method: On-Campus

Why Study Health Sciences Broad Field at LSC?

Associate of Science Degree is awarded upon completion of a 60-credit academic program in scientific, technological, or other professional fields. The associate of science degree requires a minimum of 30 credits selected from at least six of the ten goal areas of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum. The Associate of Science degree is designed to transfer in its entirety to one or more related baccalaureate degree programs. Students who intend to pursue an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree along with this degree are advised to work closely with an advisor, to assure that all ten goal areas of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum will be met.

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Below you will find the Career Field and Career Cluster that this program is related to. Learn more about if this career area fits your interests!

Health Science Technology

Is Health Science right for you?

Health science workers promote health and wellness. They diagnose and treat injuries and disease. As a physician, dentist, or nurse, you could work directly with patients. You could also work in a laboratory to get information used in research or provide administrative support by keeping medical records.

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$107K

$51/hr

Median annual salary/wage for
Health Informatics Specialists
in Minnesota

9%

Projected job growth
in the next decade

521K

Health Informatics Specialists are currently employed

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Job Tasks and Activities for Health Informatics Specialists

Analyze and interpret patient, nursing, or information systems data to improve nursing services.
Analyze computer and information technologies to determine applicability to nursing practice, education, administration, and research.
Analyze health-related data.
Apply information technology to solve business or other applied problems.
Apply knowledge of computer science, information science, nursing, and informatics theory to nursing practice, education, administration, or research, in collaboration with other health informatics specialists.
Communicate project information to others.
Conduct research to gain information about products or processes.
Design healthcare-related software applications.
Design research studies to obtain scientific information.
Design, conduct, or provide support to nursing informatics research.
Design, develop, select, test, implement, and evaluate new or modified informatics solutions, data structures, and decision-support mechanisms to support patients, health care professionals, and their information management and human-computer and human-technology interactions within health care contexts.
Develop computer or information security policies or procedures.
Develop guidelines for system implementation.
Develop or deliver training programs for health information technology, creating operating manuals as needed.
Develop or implement policies or practices to ensure the privacy, confidentiality, or security of patient information.
Develop strategies, policies or procedures for introducing, evaluating, or modifying information technology applied to nursing practice, administration, education, or research.
Develop, implement, or evaluate health information technology applications, tools, processes, or structures to assist nurses with data management.
Disseminate information about nursing informatics science and practice to the profession, other health care professions, nursing students, and the public.
Document operational activities.
Evaluate utility of software or hardware technologies.
Identify, collect, record, or analyze data relevant to the nursing care of patients.
Implement security measures for computer or information systems.
Inform local, state, national, and international health policies related to information management and communication, confidentiality and security, patient safety, infrastructure development, and economics.
Install computer software.
Plan, install, repair, or troubleshoot telehealth technology applications or systems in homes.
Provide consultation to nurses regarding hardware or software configuration.
Provide recommendations to others about computer hardware.
Provide technical information or assistance to public.
Provide technical support for software maintenance or use.
Read current literature, talk with colleagues, and participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in informatics.
Test computer system operations to ensure proper functioning.
Train others in computer interface or software use.
Translate nursing practice information between nurses and systems engineers, analysts, or designers, using object-oriented models or other techniques.
Troubleshoot issues with computer applications or systems.
Update knowledge about emerging industry or technology trends.
Use informatics science to design or implement health information technology applications for resolution of clinical or health care administrative problems.

The O*NET database contains a rich set of variables that describe work and worker characteristics, including skill requirements.

Occupation data (titles, sample titles, descriptions, daily work activities, knowledge, skills, abilities, tasks, related occupations, technologies and tools, and work values) come from the O*NET 29.0 Database (www.onetcenter.org/database.html) by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. Current as of October 2024.

Skills for Health Informatics Specialists

In order of importance

Reading Comprehension
Reading work-related information.
Importance: 85/100
Complex Problem Solving
Noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it.
Importance: 78/100
Active Listening
Listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions.
Importance: 75/100
Writing
Writing things for co-workers or customers.
Importance: 75/100
Speaking
Talking to others.
Importance: 75/100
Critical Thinking
Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem.
Importance: 75/100
Judgment and Decision Making
Thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one.
Importance: 72/100
Systems Evaluation
Measuring how well a system is working and how to improve it.
Importance: 69/100
Systems Analysis
Figuring out how a system should work and how changes in the future will affect it.
Importance: 69/100
Active Learning
Figuring out how to use new ideas or things.
Importance: 69/100
Learning Strategies
Using the best training or teaching strategies for learning new things.
Importance: 69/100
Monitoring
Keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements.
Importance: 66/100
Coordination
Changing what is done based on other people's actions.
Importance: 63/100
Time Management
Managing your time and the time of other people.
Importance: 60/100
Instructing
Teaching people how to do something.
Importance: 60/100
Social Perceptiveness
Understanding people's reactions.
Importance: 53/100
Service Orientation
Looking for ways to help people.
Importance: 53/100
Management of Personnel Resources
Selecting and managing the best workers for a job.
Importance: 53/100
Mathematics
Using math to solve problems.
Importance: 50/100
Persuasion
Talking people into changing their minds or their behavior.
Importance: 50/100
Negotiation
Bringing people together to solve differences.
Importance: 50/100
Programming
Writing computer programs.
Importance: 47/100
Technology Design
Making equipment and technology useful for customers.
Importance: 44/100
Quality Control Analysis
Testing how well a product or service works.
Importance: 44/100
Operations Analysis
Figuring out what a product or service needs to be able to do.
Importance: 44/100
Operations Monitoring
Watching gauges, dials, or display screens to make sure a machine is working.
Importance: 38/100
Management of Financial Resources
Making spending decisions and keeping track of what is spent.
Importance: 28/100
Science
Using scientific rules and strategies to solve problems.
Importance: 28/100
Troubleshooting
Figuring out what is causing equipment, machines, wiring, or computer programs to not work.
Importance: 28/100
Management of Material Resources
Managing equipment and materials.
Importance: 25/100
Equipment Selection
Deciding what kind of tools and equipment are needed to do a job.
Importance: 19/100
Operation and Control
Using equipment or systems.
Importance: 16/100
Installation
Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or computer programs.
Importance: 10/100

The O*NET database contains a rich set of variables that describe work and worker characteristics, including skill requirements.

Occupation data (titles, sample titles, descriptions, daily work activities, knowledge, skills, abilities, tasks, related occupations, technologies and tools, and work values) come from the O*NET 29.0 Database (www.onetcenter.org/database.html) by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. Current as of October 2024.

Knowledge for Health Informatics Specialists

In order of importance

Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Importance: 80/100
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.
Importance: 76/100
Medicine and Dentistry
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
Importance: 68/100
Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Importance: 67/100
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Importance: 64/100
Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Importance: 62/100
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Importance: 56/100
Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Importance: 55/100
Psychology
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Importance: 54/100
Administrative
Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.
Importance: 53/100
Engineering and Technology
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
Importance: 53/100
Sociology and Anthropology
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins.
Importance: 50/100
Communications and Media
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
Importance: 49/100
Public Safety and Security
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
Importance: 48/100
Biology
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
Importance: 43/100
Telecommunications
Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
Importance: 43/100
Personnel and Human Resources
Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
Importance: 38/100
Law and Government
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
Importance: 34/100
Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Importance: 28/100
Therapy and Counseling
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
Importance: 28/100
Sales and Marketing
Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
Importance: 25/100
Economics and Accounting
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
Importance: 23/100
Philosophy and Theology
Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.
Importance: 20/100
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Importance: 13/100
Foreign Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar, and pronunciation.
Importance: 8/100
Geography
Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
Importance: 7/100
History and Archeology
Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
Importance: 6/100
Fine Arts
Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
Importance: 6/100
Building and Construction
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
Importance: 5/100
Physics
Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub-atomic structures and processes.
Importance: 5/100
Chemistry
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
Importance: 5/100
Transportation
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
Importance: 3/100

The O*NET database contains a rich set of variables that describe work and worker characteristics, including skill requirements.

Occupation data (titles, sample titles, descriptions, daily work activities, knowledge, skills, abilities, tasks, related occupations, technologies and tools, and work values) come from the O*NET 29.0 Database (www.onetcenter.org/database.html) by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. Current as of October 2024.

Physical Abilities for Health Informatics Specialists

In order of importance

Written Comprehension
Reading and understanding what is written.
Importance: 78/100
Written Expression
Communicating by writing.
Importance: 75/100
Deductive Reasoning
Using rules to solve problems.
Importance: 75/100
Problem Sensitivity
Noticing when problems happen.
Importance: 75/100
Inductive Reasoning
Making general rules or coming up with answers from lots of detailed information.
Importance: 75/100
Oral Expression
Communicating by speaking.
Importance: 75/100
Fluency of Ideas
Coming up with lots of ideas.
Importance: 72/100
Originality
Creating new and original ideas.
Importance: 72/100
Oral Comprehension
Listening and understanding what people say.
Importance: 72/100
Category Flexibility
Grouping things in different ways.
Importance: 69/100
Near Vision
Seeing details up close.
Importance: 69/100
Speech Clarity
Speaking clearly.
Importance: 69/100
Information Ordering
Ordering or arranging things.
Importance: 69/100
Speech Recognition
Recognizing spoken words.
Importance: 66/100
Mathematical Reasoning
Choosing the right type of math to solve a problem.
Importance: 53/100
Selective Attention
Paying attention to something without being distracted.
Importance: 50/100
Perceptual Speed
Quickly comparing groups of letters, numbers, pictures, or other things.
Importance: 50/100
Flexibility of Closure
Seeing hidden patterns.
Importance: 50/100
Number Facility
Adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing.
Importance: 47/100
Visualization
Imagining how something will look after it is moved around or changed.
Importance: 47/100
Far Vision
Seeing details that are far away.
Importance: 44/100
Speed of Closure
Quickly knowing what you are looking at.
Importance: 41/100
Time Sharing
Doing two or more things at the same time.
Importance: 38/100
Memorization
Remembering words, numbers, pictures, or steps.
Importance: 38/100
Arm-Hand Steadiness
Keeping your arm or hand steady.
Importance: 28/100
Manual Dexterity
Holding or moving items with your hands.
Importance: 28/100
Finger Dexterity
Putting together small parts with your fingers.
Importance: 25/100
Control Precision
Quickly changing the controls of a machine, car, truck or boat.
Importance: 25/100
Depth Perception
Deciding which thing is closer or farther away from you, or deciding how far away it is from you.
Importance: 25/100
Auditory Attention
Paying attention to one sound while there are other distracting sounds.
Importance: 25/100
Visual Color Discrimination
Noticing the difference between colors, including shades and brightness.
Importance: 25/100
Hearing Sensitivity
Telling the difference between sounds.
Importance: 25/100
Trunk Strength
Using your lower back and stomach.
Importance: 22/100
Wrist-Finger Speed
Making fast, simple, repeated movements of your fingers, hands, and wrists.
Importance: 19/100
Dynamic Strength
Exercising for a long time without your muscles getting tired.
Importance: 6/100

The O*NET database contains a rich set of variables that describe work and worker characteristics, including skill requirements.

Occupation data (titles, sample titles, descriptions, daily work activities, knowledge, skills, abilities, tasks, related occupations, technologies and tools, and work values) come from the O*NET 29.0 Database (www.onetcenter.org/database.html) by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. Current as of October 2024.

Tools and Technology used by Health Informatics Specialists

Notebook computers
Medical picture archiving computer systems PACS
Liquid crystal display projector
Desktop computers
Special purpose telephones
Overhead projectors
Personal computers
Tablet computers
Medical software
- Allscripts Professional EHR
- Allscripts Sunrise
- Amkai AmkaiCharts
- Bizmatics PrognoCIS EMR
- Cerner Millennium
- Cerner PowerChart
- ChartWare EMR
- Computerized physician order entry CPOE software
- Electronic medical administration record eMAR software
- Epic Systems
- GE Healthcare Centricity EMR
- Healthcare management system
- MEDITECH Healthcare Information System HCIS
- MEDITECH software
- Mediware ClosedLoop Clinical Systems
- Mediware Information Systems MediCOE
- Medscribbler Enterprise
- MicroFour PracticeStudio.NET EMR
- Netsmart Technologies CareNet
- NextGen Healthcare Information Systems EMR
- Picis CareSuite
- SOAPware EMR
- Seimens Healthineers
- StatCom Patient Flow Logistics Enterprise Suite
- SynaMed EMR
- Texas Medical Software SpringCharts EMR
- VISICU eICU Program
- e-MDs software
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
Presentation software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
Object or component oriented development software
- Computer aided software engineering CASE tools
- Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services SSRS
- Perl
- Python
- R
Business intelligence and data analysis software
- Microsoft Power BI
- Qlik Tech QlikView
- Qlik software
- Tableau
Analytical or scientific software
- IBM SPSS Statistics
- SAS
Data base user interface and query software
- Microsoft Access
- Structured query language SQL
Web platform development software
- JavaScript
- LAMP Stack
Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft Excel
Geographic information system
- ESRI ArcGIS software
Electronic mail software
- Microsoft Outlook
Document management software
- Microsoft SharePoint
Development environment software
- Software development tools
Computer based training software
- Learning management system LMS
Customer relationship management CRM software
- Salesforce software
Office suite software
- Microsoft Office software
Operating system software
- UNIX
Word processing software
- Microsoft Word
- Word processing software
Data base management system software
- Apache Hadoop
Data base reporting software
- SAP BusinessObjects Crystal Reports
Internet browser software
- Web browser software
Compliance software
- Sparta Systems TrackWise
Project management software
- Microsoft Project
Calendar and scheduling software
- McKesson ANSOS One-Staff
Process mapping and design software
- Microsoft Visio

The O*NET database contains a rich set of variables that describe work and worker characteristics, including skill requirements.

Occupation data (titles, sample titles, descriptions, daily work activities, knowledge, skills, abilities, tasks, related occupations, technologies and tools, and work values) come from the O*NET 29.0 Database (www.onetcenter.org/database.html) by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. Current as of October 2024.

Paying for College

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Minnesota State Colleges$6,444

Minnesota State Universities$10,643

University of Minnesota$14,928

Minnesota Private Colleges and Universities$44,928

*Based on average 2025-26 tuition and fees. For the exact costs, contact the institution that interests you. Does not include room and board.

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Program Participation Requirements

Pre-program Requirements

Successful entry into this program requires a specific level of skill in the areas of English, mathematics, and reading. Program entry will depend, in part, on meeting the prerequisites listed below:

English/Reading:

Eligible for ENGL 1106 - College Composition I, or
Completion of ENGL/READ 0950/0955 (or equivalent or higher). ENGL/READ 0950/0955 may not be taken concurrently with Semester I coursework.

Mathematics:

Eligible for MATH 0970 - Intermediate Algebra, or,
Completion of MATH 0950/0955 (or equivalent or higher). MATH 0950/0955 may not be taken concurrently with Semester I coursework

There are other ways to qualify. Visit Course Placement to find out more.

Required Courses

Course	Title	Credits
Close Dialog FYE 1000 First Year Experience This course is designed to develop those behaviors students need to be successful in academia and future careers, including setting and achieving goals, demonstrating professionalism, and utilizing digital and physical resources. (1 hr lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) This course is mandatory* for students in their first semester of college who are taking READ0950 or READ0955 or ENGL0950 or ENGL0955 and/or are pursuing an Associate of Arts or Associate of Fine Arts degree at Lake Superior College. Exemptions: Students who have earned 12 credits including an Introduction to College course and are in good standing (2.0 GPA and 67% credit completion). *Students who have earned 24 college credits post high school and are in good academic standing (2.0 GPA and 67% credit completion). FYE 1000	Close Dialog FYE 1000 First Year Experience This course is designed to develop those behaviors students need to be successful in academia and future careers, including setting and achieving goals, demonstrating professionalism, and utilizing digital and physical resources. (1 hr lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) This course is mandatory* for students in their first semester of college who are taking READ0950 or READ0955 or ENGL0950 or ENGL0955 and/or are pursuing an Associate of Arts or Associate of Fine Arts degree at Lake Superior College. Exemptions: Students who have earned 12 credits including an Introduction to College course and are in good standing (2.0 GPA and 67% credit completion). *Students who have earned 24 college credits post high school and are in good academic standing (2.0 GPA and 67% credit completion). First Year Experience	1
Close Dialog BIOL 1120 General Biology 1 An introduction to the field of biology focusing on unifying biological principles, concepts, and theories. Includes the scientific method; life's chemical basis; cell theory; cellular structure, function, metabolism, and reproduction; genetics and inheritance; evolution, and an introduction to community and ecosystem ecology. Lab includes conducting, interpreting, and communicating results of lab exercises and experiments. MTC goal areas: (3) Natural Sciences (Prerequisites: College level reading) (3 hrs lec/2 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) BIOL 1120*	Close Dialog BIOL 1120 General Biology 1 An introduction to the field of biology focusing on unifying biological principles, concepts, and theories. Includes the scientific method; life's chemical basis; cell theory; cellular structure, function, metabolism, and reproduction; genetics and inheritance; evolution, and an introduction to community and ecosystem ecology. Lab includes conducting, interpreting, and communicating results of lab exercises and experiments. MTC goal areas: (3) Natural Sciences (Prerequisites: College level reading) (3 hrs lec/2 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) General Biology 1	4
Close Dialog BIOL 1140 Human Anatomy and Physiology I A study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body with emphasis on the relationship between structure and function. Topics studied are tissues, integumentary system, skeletal system, articulations, muscle system, nervous system, and special senses. Includes laboratory dissections. MTC goal area (3) Natural Sciences. (Prerequisites: BIOL 1000, or BIOL 1005, or BIOL 1007, or BIOL 1120, or equivalent, with a grade of C or better) (2.5 hrs lec/3 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) BIOL 1140*	Close Dialog BIOL 1140 Human Anatomy and Physiology I A study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body with emphasis on the relationship between structure and function. Topics studied are tissues, integumentary system, skeletal system, articulations, muscle system, nervous system, and special senses. Includes laboratory dissections. MTC goal area (3) Natural Sciences. (Prerequisites: BIOL 1000, or BIOL 1005, or BIOL 1007, or BIOL 1120, or equivalent, with a grade of C or better) (2.5 hrs lec/3 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) Human Anatomy and Physiology I	4
Close Dialog BIOL 1141 Human Anatomy and Physiology II Continued study of body structure and function. Incorporates principles of chemistry, biochemistry, and molecular biology. A study of the endocrine system, cardiovascular system, immune system, respiratory system, urinary system, digestive system, and reproductive systems. For students in health related fields. Helps to fulfill general education lab-science requirements. Includes laboratory dissections. Builds on principles studied in BIOL1140. MTC goal areas: (3) Natural Sciences. (Prerequisites: BIOL1140) (2.5 hrs lec/3 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) BIOL 1141*	Close Dialog BIOL 1141 Human Anatomy and Physiology II Continued study of body structure and function. Incorporates principles of chemistry, biochemistry, and molecular biology. A study of the endocrine system, cardiovascular system, immune system, respiratory system, urinary system, digestive system, and reproductive systems. For students in health related fields. Helps to fulfill general education lab-science requirements. Includes laboratory dissections. Builds on principles studied in BIOL1140. MTC goal areas: (3) Natural Sciences. (Prerequisites: BIOL1140) (2.5 hrs lec/3 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) Human Anatomy and Physiology II	4
Close Dialog BIOL 1170 Microbiology This course includes study of classification, structure and function of microbes with an emphasis on microbes that cause disease. Topics include microbial metabolism and growth, control of microbes, microbial genetics, and basic laboratory techniques used to study microorganisms. The course is intended for Liberal Arts students and/or students in health fields. MTC Goal areas: (3) Natural Sciences. (Prerequisites: BIOL1120 or BIOL1005 or test out; college level reading and writing) (2 hrs lec/2 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) BIOL 1170*	Close Dialog BIOL 1170 Microbiology This course includes study of classification, structure and function of microbes with an emphasis on microbes that cause disease. Topics include microbial metabolism and growth, control of microbes, microbial genetics, and basic laboratory techniques used to study microorganisms. The course is intended for Liberal Arts students and/or students in health fields. MTC Goal areas: (3) Natural Sciences. (Prerequisites: BIOL1120 or BIOL1005 or test out; college level reading and writing) (2 hrs lec/2 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) Microbiology	3
Close Dialog CHEM 1210 General Chemistry I CHEM 1210 is the first semester of a two semester course sequence. It will provide preparation for students considering pre-professional and applied science careers as well as satisfying requirements for transfer curriculum. The basic fundamentals of chemistry will be covered, including modern atomic theory, the periodic table, stoichiometry, nomenclature, solutions, bonding, solution chemistry, the energy of reactions, properties of gases, and properties of solids and liquids. MTC goal area: (3) Natural Sciences. (Prerequisites: High school chemistry or CHEM1110 and high school algebra; or MATH0460, or equivalent, or 71 or higher on the Elementary Algebra portion of the CPT) (4 hrs lec/2 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) CHEM 1210*	Close Dialog CHEM 1210 General Chemistry I CHEM 1210 is the first semester of a two semester course sequence. It will provide preparation for students considering pre-professional and applied science careers as well as satisfying requirements for transfer curriculum. The basic fundamentals of chemistry will be covered, including modern atomic theory, the periodic table, stoichiometry, nomenclature, solutions, bonding, solution chemistry, the energy of reactions, properties of gases, and properties of solids and liquids. MTC goal area: (3) Natural Sciences. (Prerequisites: High school chemistry or CHEM1110 and high school algebra; or MATH0460, or equivalent, or 71 or higher on the Elementary Algebra portion of the CPT) (4 hrs lec/2 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) General Chemistry I	5
Close Dialog COMM 1115 Intercultural Communication This course allows the student an opportunity to study the process of communicating across cultures. Major ethnic cultures, as well as significant co-cultures, will be the focus of study. The course will provide experiential as well as cognitive learning. MnTC goal areas: (1) Communication and (7A) Human Diversity. (Prerequisites: College-level reading or Instructor consent) (3 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) COMM 1115*	Close Dialog COMM 1115 Intercultural Communication This course allows the student an opportunity to study the process of communicating across cultures. Major ethnic cultures, as well as significant co-cultures, will be the focus of study. The course will provide experiential as well as cognitive learning. MnTC goal areas: (1) Communication and (7A) Human Diversity. (Prerequisites: College-level reading or Instructor consent) (3 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) Intercultural Communication	3
Close Dialog ENGL 1106 College Composition I First semester college-level composition course focusing on writing expository prose using word processing as a tool for composing. Emphasis is on writing as a process, critical reading, developing a voice, and grammar review. Presupposes competency in Standard English. This course is required of all students working toward an AA degree. MTC goal areas: (1) Communication (Prerequisites: ENGL0950 or ENGL0955 or READ0950 or READ0955 with a "C" or better, or 77.50 or higher on the reading comprehension portion of the CPT.) (3 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) ENGL 1106*	Close Dialog ENGL 1106 College Composition I First semester college-level composition course focusing on writing expository prose using word processing as a tool for composing. Emphasis is on writing as a process, critical reading, developing a voice, and grammar review. Presupposes competency in Standard English. This course is required of all students working toward an AA degree. MTC goal areas: (1) Communication (Prerequisites: ENGL0950 or ENGL0955 or READ0950 or READ0955 with a "C" or better, or 77.50 or higher on the reading comprehension portion of the CPT.) (3 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) College Composition I	3
Close Dialog ENGL 1109 College Composition II Second semester college-level composition course focusing on academic writing using primary and secondary sources, including basic research using print and electronic sources. Emphasis is on writing as a process, critical analysis, summarizing, research, logical argumentation, and documentation. Presupposes competency in standard English. Required of all students working toward an AA or AS Degree, unless special exemption is granted. MTC goal areas: (1) Communication (Prerequisites: ENGL1106 with a grade of "C" or better) (3 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) ENGL 1109*	Close Dialog ENGL 1109 College Composition II Second semester college-level composition course focusing on academic writing using primary and secondary sources, including basic research using print and electronic sources. Emphasis is on writing as a process, critical analysis, summarizing, research, logical argumentation, and documentation. Presupposes competency in standard English. Required of all students working toward an AA or AS Degree, unless special exemption is granted. MTC goal areas: (1) Communication (Prerequisites: ENGL1106 with a grade of "C" or better) (3 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) College Composition II	3
Close Dialog HPER 1302 Nutrition This course examines the principles of human nutrition with an emphasis on nutrients, food sources, and their utilization in the body for growth, health maintenance and disease prevention. Students will also evaluate contemporary issues, dietary behaviors, and cultural influences in nutrition. (Prerequisites: none) (3 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) HPER 1302	Close Dialog HPER 1302 Nutrition This course examines the principles of human nutrition with an emphasis on nutrients, food sources, and their utilization in the body for growth, health maintenance and disease prevention. Students will also evaluate contemporary issues, dietary behaviors, and cultural influences in nutrition. (Prerequisites: none) (3 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) Nutrition	3
Close Dialog MATH 1100 College Algebra This MN Transfer course is an extension of Intermediate Algebra. Topics covered include equations, inequalities, radicals, functions and their graphs, polynomial functions, rational functions, logarithmic functions, exponential functions, and systems of equations including matrices. This course is intended for those needing it for their program or degree, as well as those continuing on in Calculus or Finite Mathematics and Survey of Calculus. MTC goal areas: (4) Mathematical/Logical Reasoning (Prerequisites: MATH 0970, with a C or better, or placement score of 250 or higher on AAF test) (4 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) MATH 1100*	Close Dialog MATH 1100 College Algebra This MN Transfer course is an extension of Intermediate Algebra. Topics covered include equations, inequalities, radicals, functions and their graphs, polynomial functions, rational functions, logarithmic functions, exponential functions, and systems of equations including matrices. This course is intended for those needing it for their program or degree, as well as those continuing on in Calculus or Finite Mathematics and Survey of Calculus. MTC goal areas: (4) Mathematical/Logical Reasoning (Prerequisites: MATH 0970, with a C or better, or placement score of 250 or higher on AAF test) (4 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) College Algebra	4
Close Dialog MATH 2210 General Statistics An introductory course in descriptive and inferential statistics. The following topics will be covered: organizing data; averages and variations around the mean; probability and probability statistics; binomial, normal, and sampling distributions; estimations; hypothesis testing; testing variance; regression and correlation; and chi-square analysis. MTC goal area: (4) Mathematical/Logical Reasoning. (Prerequisites: MATH0470, MATH 0970, MATH 0950, or MATH 0955, with a "C" or better; or a NG placement score of 250-300 on QAS and a score of 250-300 on AAF; or NG AAF score of 237-249 if taken concurrently with MATH 0982) (3 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) MATH 2210*	Close Dialog MATH 2210 General Statistics An introductory course in descriptive and inferential statistics. The following topics will be covered: organizing data; averages and variations around the mean; probability and probability statistics; binomial, normal, and sampling distributions; estimations; hypothesis testing; testing variance; regression and correlation; and chi-square analysis. MTC goal area: (4) Mathematical/Logical Reasoning. (Prerequisites: MATH0470, MATH 0970, MATH 0950, or MATH 0955, with a "C" or better; or a NG placement score of 250-300 on QAS and a score of 250-300 on AAF; or NG AAF score of 237-249 if taken concurrently with MATH 0982) (3 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) General Statistics	3
Close Dialog PHIL 1130 Ethics Important ethical theories of right and wrong, good and bad. Includes egoism, divine command theory, natural law theory, utilitarianism, duty-based ethics, social contract theory, and virtue theory. The course will emphasize the use of reason in decision making. MTC goal areas: (6) Humanities and Fine Arts, and (9) Ethic and Civic Responsibility. (Prerequisites: College-level reading and writing) (3 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) PHIL 1130*	Close Dialog PHIL 1130 Ethics Important ethical theories of right and wrong, good and bad. Includes egoism, divine command theory, natural law theory, utilitarianism, duty-based ethics, social contract theory, and virtue theory. The course will emphasize the use of reason in decision making. MTC goal areas: (6) Humanities and Fine Arts, and (9) Ethic and Civic Responsibility. (Prerequisites: College-level reading and writing) (3 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) Ethics	3
Close Dialog PSYC 1120 General Psychology A general education course which will familiarize the student with the basic principles of psychology, present a practical application of these principles, show how psychologists employ the scientific method, and equip the beginning student of psychology with a working vocabulary of psychological terminology and critical thinking skills. Areas to be covered include research, theoretical perspectives, the nervous system, learning, personality, memory, psychological disorders, and therapy. MnTC goal area: (5) History and the Social and Behavioral Sciences. (Prerequisites: College-level reading) (3 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) PSYC 1120*	Close Dialog PSYC 1120 General Psychology A general education course which will familiarize the student with the basic principles of psychology, present a practical application of these principles, show how psychologists employ the scientific method, and equip the beginning student of psychology with a working vocabulary of psychological terminology and critical thinking skills. Areas to be covered include research, theoretical perspectives, the nervous system, learning, personality, memory, psychological disorders, and therapy. MnTC goal area: (5) History and the Social and Behavioral Sciences. (Prerequisites: College-level reading) (3 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) General Psychology	3
Close Dialog PSYC 1135 Lifespan Developmental Psychology A scientific, theoretical, and historical examination of physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development across the lifespan with a focus on individual and group (e.g., race, class, gender) similarities and differences across American society and culture. MnTC goal areas: (5) History and the Social and Behavior Sciences, and (7A) Human Diversity. (Prerequisites: College-level reading) (3 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) PSYC 1135*	Close Dialog PSYC 1135 Lifespan Developmental Psychology A scientific, theoretical, and historical examination of physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development across the lifespan with a focus on individual and group (e.g., race, class, gender) similarities and differences across American society and culture. MnTC goal areas: (5) History and the Social and Behavior Sciences, and (7A) Human Diversity. (Prerequisites: College-level reading) (3 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) Lifespan Developmental Psychology	3
Close Dialog SOC 1111 Introduction to Sociology This course involves both an explanation of and active practice in using the sociological imagination to examine the world around us. It introduces Sociology as a discipline and sociological ways of understanding human social interaction and processes such as socialization, deviance, culture/society, and social change. This class teaches the use of Sociology in class via small-group exercises and the use of computers to explore questions about the social world. MnTC goal areas: (5) History and the Social and Behavior Sciences, and (7A) Human Diversity. (Prerequisites: College-level reading) (3 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) SOC 1111*	Close Dialog SOC 1111 Introduction to Sociology This course involves both an explanation of and active practice in using the sociological imagination to examine the world around us. It introduces Sociology as a discipline and sociological ways of understanding human social interaction and processes such as socialization, deviance, culture/society, and social change. This class teaches the use of Sociology in class via small-group exercises and the use of computers to explore questions about the social world. MnTC goal areas: (5) History and the Social and Behavior Sciences, and (7A) Human Diversity. (Prerequisites: College-level reading) (3 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) Introduction to Sociology	3
Total:	60

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Close Dialog ENSC 2010 World Health and the Environment This course introduces the student to populations, cultures and environments of the world and how they are connected with the health of both the planet and its inhabitants. Environmental, cultural, political, and ethical issues related to world health will be explored as well as measures being taken by the global community to improve world health. Students will be introduced to the chain of infection as it relates to infectious disease and pandemics and learn to apply data from major world health organizations for research purposes. Case studies and current issues will be used to explore the relationship between human health and the environment. Lab components of this course include the scientific method, the basic biology of pathogens, and basic epidemiology. MTC goal areas: (3) Natural Sciences and (10) People and the Environment. (Prerequisites: BIOL 1120 or ENSC 1200 or BIOL 1170 or BIOL 1007 or BIOL 1140 or BIOL 1000) (2 hrs lec/2 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) ENSC 2010	Close Dialog ENSC 2010 World Health and the Environment This course introduces the student to populations, cultures and environments of the world and how they are connected with the health of both the planet and its inhabitants. Environmental, cultural, political, and ethical issues related to world health will be explored as well as measures being taken by the global community to improve world health. Students will be introduced to the chain of infection as it relates to infectious disease and pandemics and learn to apply data from major world health organizations for research purposes. Case studies and current issues will be used to explore the relationship between human health and the environment. Lab components of this course include the scientific method, the basic biology of pathogens, and basic epidemiology. MTC goal areas: (3) Natural Sciences and (10) People and the Environment. (Prerequisites: BIOL 1120 or ENSC 1200 or BIOL 1170 or BIOL 1007 or BIOL 1140 or BIOL 1000) (2 hrs lec/2 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) World Health and the Environment	3
Close Dialog HUM 1130 World Religion Exploration of the teachings and practices of several major world religions selected from ancient and classical polytheism, Zoroastrianism, Gnosticism, Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Taoism, Buddhism, Hinduism, and various Native American, African and Australian cultures. Emphasis given to literary as well as scriptural texts. MTC goal areas: (2) Critical Thinking, (6) Humanities and Fine Arts, and (8) Global Perspective. (Prerequisites: College-level reading and writing; READ1450 highly recommended) (3 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) HUM 1130	Close Dialog HUM 1130 World Religion Exploration of the teachings and practices of several major world religions selected from ancient and classical polytheism, Zoroastrianism, Gnosticism, Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Taoism, Buddhism, Hinduism, and various Native American, African and Australian cultures. Emphasis given to literary as well as scriptural texts. MTC goal areas: (2) Critical Thinking, (6) Humanities and Fine Arts, and (8) Global Perspective. (Prerequisites: College-level reading and writing; READ1450 highly recommended) (3 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) World Religion	3
Close Dialog MATH 2204 Calculus I The first course in single variable calculus. Topics include limits, continuity, fundamentals of differentiation, differentiation of trigonometric functions, application of derivatives, indefinite and definite integrals, calculus of exponential and logarithmic functions, calculus of trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions, and hyperbolic functions. MTC goal areas: (4) Mathematical/Logical Reasoning. (Prerequisites: MATH1150, with a C or better; or both MATH1100 and MATH 1130, with a C or better; or a NG score of 250-300 on QAS and 281-300 on AAF ) (5 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) MATH 2204	Close Dialog MATH 2204 Calculus I The first course in single variable calculus. Topics include limits, continuity, fundamentals of differentiation, differentiation of trigonometric functions, application of derivatives, indefinite and definite integrals, calculus of exponential and logarithmic functions, calculus of trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions, and hyperbolic functions. MTC goal areas: (4) Mathematical/Logical Reasoning. (Prerequisites: MATH1150, with a C or better; or both MATH1100 and MATH 1130, with a C or better; or a NG score of 250-300 on QAS and 281-300 on AAF ) (5 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) Calculus I	5
Close Dialog PHYS 1001 Fundamental Concepts of Physics This is a laboratory oriented course covering the basic concepts of Physics. Conceptual understanding will be stressed. Some simple Algebra may also be used. Designed for middle grade education, liberal arts, radiological technology or other health, technical fields, or as satisfying AA requirements as a natural science course. MTC goal areas: (2) Critical Thinking, and (3) Natural Sciences. (Prerequisites: College level reading and writing) (3 hrs lec/2 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) PHYS 1001	Close Dialog PHYS 1001 Fundamental Concepts of Physics This is a laboratory oriented course covering the basic concepts of Physics. Conceptual understanding will be stressed. Some simple Algebra may also be used. Designed for middle grade education, liberal arts, radiological technology or other health, technical fields, or as satisfying AA requirements as a natural science course. MTC goal areas: (2) Critical Thinking, and (3) Natural Sciences. (Prerequisites: College level reading and writing) (3 hrs lec/2 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) Fundamental Concepts of Physics	4
Close Dialog SPAN 1010 Beginning Spanish I Beginning Spanish is a grammatical approach to introductory vocabulary and verb tenses with emphasis on vocabulary building, listening comprehension, verbal response, and writing skills. MTC goal areas: (8) Global Perspective. (Prerequisites: College-level reading) (4 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) SPAN 1010	Close Dialog SPAN 1010 Beginning Spanish I Beginning Spanish is a grammatical approach to introductory vocabulary and verb tenses with emphasis on vocabulary building, listening comprehension, verbal response, and writing skills. MTC goal areas: (8) Global Perspective. (Prerequisites: College-level reading) (4 hrs lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT) Beginning Spanish I	4
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