Courses numbered 1100-4399 are college-level credit courses. A credit course is a part of an approved educational program or major. The credit awarded by Midland College for completion of most courses is accepted as a completion of a portion of an appropriate educational sequence leading to a Certificate, Associate Degree, or Baccalaureate Degree. The second number in the four-digit sequence represents the number of semester credit hours (SCH) awarded for a particular course. For example, COMM 1307 is a 3 semester credit hour course in Communication, and ACNT 2401 is a 4 semester credit hour course in Accounting.
Developmental Education Courses
Courses numbered 0100-0399 are offered for credit but do not count toward completion of a program or major. These are designed for students who score lower than college-level on English, Math, and Reading placement exams. For each student who fails to meet passing standards on placement exams, Midland College has established a program to advise the student and determine a plan regarding the sequence of development education courses necessary to assure the readiness of that student in performing freshman-level academic course work.
Key to Course Codes
Some subjects may have more than one course code.
Course Descriptions
Numbers in parentheses identify the number of classroom and lab hours per week. For example, (3-2) indicates three hours in the classroom plus two hours in the lab.
When present, a third number indicates clinical, practicum or internship hours.
Aviation Maintenance Technology
AERM 1241 - Wood, Fabric, and Finishes
2 Hours(1-2) A course in the use and care of various covering materials, finishes, and wood structures including approved methods and procedures. Prerequisites: General Courses.
AERM 1243 - Instruments and Navigation/Communication
2 Hours(1-2) A study of aircraft instruments and electronic flight instrument systems including testing and installing instruments; inspecting, checking, and troubleshooting navigation and communication systems; and inspecting and repairing antennas and electronic equipment installations. Prerequisites: General Courses.
2 Hours(1-3) Topics address airframe auxiliary systems including the operation and repair of position and warning systems, cabin atmospheric control systems, ice and rain control systems for aircraft and engines, and fire detection and protection systems. Prerequisites: General Courses.
2 Hours(1-2) Topics address repair procedures for steel, magnesium, brass, and aluminum materials used in aircraft assembly and selection and application of appropriate methods of welding, brazing, and soldering steel, magnesium, brass, and aluminum. Prerequisites: General Courses.
2 Hours(1-3) A study of the inspection and repair of composite, fiberglass, honeycomb, and laminated structural materials including doors, windows, bonded structures, and interior furnishings. Prerequisites: General Courses.
3 Hours(2-3) A study of aircraft electrical systems and their requirements including the use of the ammeter, voltmeter, and ohmmeter; series and parallel circuits; inductance and capacitance; magnetism; converting alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC); controlling devices; maintenance and servicing of aircraft batteries; and reading and interpreting aircraft electrical diagrams to include solid state devices and logic functions. General Course for Aviation Maintenance
3 Hours(2-2) Fundamentals of mathematics, physics, and drawing as they apply to aircraft principles and operations as required by the federal Aviation Administration for airframe and powerplant mechanics. General Course for Aviation Maintenance
3 Hours(3-3) Fundamentals of construction of propellers. Skill development in inspection, servicing, and repair of fixed-pitch, constant-speed, and feathering propellers and governing systems. Instruction in removal, balancing, and installation of propellers. Prerequisites: General Courses.
3 Hours(2-3) A study of airframe electrical systems including installation, removal, disassembly, and repair of electrical components and related wiring. Prerequisites: General Courses.
AERM 1349 - Hydraulic, Pneumatic, and Fuel Systems
3 Hours(2-4) Skill development in inspecting, servicing, and maintaining aircraft fluid systems including hydraulics, pneumatics, and fuel. Application of basic concepts through detailed maintenance procedures. Prerequisites: General Courses.
3 Hours(2-3) Inspection, servicing, overhaul, and repair of fixed and retractable landing gear systems. In-depth coverage of systems, components, and operation. Prerequisites: General Courses.
3 Hours(1-7) A course in inspection and repair of sheet metal structures including forming, layout, and bending of sheet metal and identification, selection, and installation of rivets and fasteners. Prerequisites: General Courses.
3 Hours(2-4) A study of fuel metering and induction systems used on reciprocating and turbine engines including fuel metering systems, carburetors, induction systems, heat exchangers, and cooling systems. Prerequisites: General Courses.
4 Hours(3-2) A study of reciprocating engines and their development, operating principles, and theory. Instruction in engine instruments, lubricating, and exhaust systems. Prerequisites: General Courses.
4 Hours(3-4) Theory, operation, and maintenance of powerplants including electrical, ignition, starting, and fire protection systems. Prerequisites: General Courses.
2 Hours(1-2) A study of the materials and procedures for completing a One Hundred Hour Inspection as per Federal Aviation Regulations and manufacturers’ service information.
3 Hours(2-4) Topics address inspection, disassembly, reassembly, and replacement of gas turbine engines, sections, and components and operational troubleshooting and analysis. Prerequisites: General Courses.
3 Hours(2-2) In-depth coverage of methods and procedures for completing airworthiness and conformity inspections on aircraft powerplants. Capstone course. Prerequisites: General Courses.
4 Hours(2-8) A study of reciprocating engine overhaul including measurement and inspection procedures. Instruction in removal and installation, checks, servicing, and repair of engines. Prerequisites: General Courses.
3 Hours(3-0) Study of the chemical, physical, and sensory properties of food; nutritional quality; and food use and diet applications. May not be used as a core science requirement.
4 Hours(3-3) This general biology course (first semester) is devoted to principles shared by all organisms. These principles are cell biology, energy, genetics, evolution, and ecology.
4 Hours(3-3) This general biology course (second semester) is devoted to particular organisms. Much of the emphasis is on vertebrate biology. The principles studied are diversity, plant biology, animal biology, and behavior. Dissection required. Prerequisites: BIOL 1406.
4 Hours(3-3) Fundamental principles of living organisms including physical and chemical properties of life, organization, and function. Concepts of reproduction, genetics, and the scientific method are included. This course is suitable as a required lab sciences for non-biology majors and may not be substituted for BIOL 1406.
4 Hours(3-3) Fundamental principles of living organisms including evolutionary adaptation and classification. Concepts of evolution, ecology, and the scientific method are included. This course is suitable as a required lab science for nonbiology majors and may not be substituted for BIOL 1407. Prerequisites: BIOL 1408
4 Hours(3-3) Introduction to the identification, classification, and evolutionary relationships of vascular plants with emphasis on flowering plants. Includes the importance of herbaria, collection techniques, and the construction and use of taxonomic keys.
1 Hour(0-3) This course is designed to enable students to become proficient in human interaction with and effect upon plant and animal communities. Conservation, pollution, energy, and other contemporary ecological problems. Corequisites: BIOL 2306.
2 Hours(2-3) An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience in the biological sciences/life sciences. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of living organisms and their systems. Prerequisites: BIOL 1406 and BIOL 1407 or BIOL 2401 and BIOL 2402.
3 Hours(3-0) This course is designed to enable students to become proficient in human interaction with and effect upon plant and animal communities. Conservation, pollution, energy, and other contemporary ecological problems. Corequisites: BIOL 2106.
4 Hours(3-4) This course is designed to produce student proficiency in body organization, the skeletal system, the muscular system, and the nervous system. Laboratory work will include dissection of a mammal. Dissection required. BIOL 1406 highly recommended.
4 Hours(3-4) This course is designed to enable students to become proficient in the following biological systems: the circulatory system with special emphasis on the blood and heart, the respiratory system, the digestive system, and the reproductive system. Laboratory work will include dissection of a mammal. Dissection required. Prerequisites: Requires “C” or greater in BIOL 2401.
4 Hours(3-4) This course is designed to enable students to become familiar with the following topics in genetics: the physical basis and the chemical basis of heredity, the laws of heredity and variation, mitotic and meiotic cell division, and the study of human diseases that are caused by genetic defects. Prerequisites: BIOL 1406 and BIOL 1407 or BIOL 2401 and 1402.
4 Hours(3-4) The study of the morphology, physiology, and taxonomy of representative groups of pathogenic and nonpathogenic microorganisms. Pure cultures of microorganisms grown on selected media are used in learning laboratory techniques. Includes a brief preview of food microbes, public health, and immunology. Prerequisites: BIOL 1406 or BIOL 2401 or CHEM 1405 or CHEM 1411 or permission of instructor.
3 Hours(3-0) The role of the supervisor. Includes managerial functions as applied to leadership, counseling, motivation, and human relations skills. Students will explain the role, characteristics, and skills of a supervisor; identify the principles of management at the supervisory level; identify and discuss the human relations skills necessary for supervision; explain motivational techniques; and cite examples of how motivational techniques can be used by a supervisor in a working environment.
3 Hours(3-0) Basic theory and processes of communication skills necessary for the management of an organization’s workforce. Students will explain the communication process; identify and remedy major communication barriers; describe how communication contributes to effective management.
3 Hours(3-0) A study of the strategic management process, including analysis of how ordanizations develop and implement a strategy for achieving organizational objectives in a changing environment. Students will explain the processes involved in management strategy development; and develop an organizational strategic management plan.
3 Hours(3-0) Concepts, terminology, principles, theories, and issues in the field of management. Students will explain various theories, processes, and functions of management; apply theories to a business environment; identify leadership roles in organizations; and describe elements of the communication process.
3 Hours(3-0) An overview of the theory and mechanics of business investment decisions and management of business financial assets using quantitative management techniques. Topics include time value of money, cash flow, capital budgeting, sources of funds, break-even analysis, and investment decisions. Students will define terms related to investments; apply basic concepts and calculations to planning and control of investments; and identify analytical models used for financial decision-making.
1 Hour(1-0) The student will gain exposure to a variety of topics that pertain to current issues and problems in the business administration field. This course may be repeated for additional credit using a different topic.
2 Hours(2-0) The student will gain exposure to a variety of topics that pertain to current issues and problems in the business administration field. This course may be repeated for additional credit using a different topic.
3 Hours(3-0) Financial dynamics of a business. Includes monetary and credit theory, cash inventory, capital management, and consumer and government finance. Emphasizes the time value of money. Students will identify the processes and structures of monetary policy; relate the sources of capital to business, consumers, and government; define the time value of money and its relationship to credit; and describe the characteristics of financial intermediaries and related markets.
3 Hours(3-0) A study of the financial problems encountered by financial advisors when managing family financial affairs. Includes methods to advise clients on topics such as estate planning, retirement, home ownership, savings, and investment planning. The student will identify the concepts associated with the time value of money; identify the differences among various savings and investment programs and classes of securities; identify the options for personal insurance; describe retirement and estate planning techniques; explain owning versus renting real property; and describe consumer protection legislation.
(3-0) How to operate a small business. Emphasizes management functions including planning, leading, organizing staffing, and controlling operations. students will identify the aspects of operation a small business; describe human resource functions including employee developmental explain the elements of total quality management; and compare purchasing procedures, inventory control, and computerized operations between/among small businesses.
3 Hours(3-0) The student will gain exposure to a variety of topics that pertain to current issues and problems in the business administration field. Prerequisites: 12 hours of business-related courses or permission of instructor. This course may be repeated for additional credit using a different topic.
BUSG 2380 - Cooperative Education - Business, General
3 Hours(1-0-20) Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary.
BUSG 2381 - Cooperative Education - Business, General
3 Hours(1-0-20) Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary.
3 Hours(3-0) Students will learn business operations, will develop a business vocabulary, and will direct their thinking to the field of business best suited to their interests and talents. Students will analyze the specialized fields within the business organization, such as management, accounting, personnel, marketing, and finance. Students will also explore the role of business in modern society.
3 Hours(3-0) The student will develop an understanding of the legal framework of business and will develop an awareness of legal responsibilities and rights when dealing with persons and institutions in the business world. The student will understand the basic principles of law of torts, contracts, bailments and personal property. Special emphasis will be placed on sales contracts.
3 Hours(3-0) Introduction to the marketing mix functions and process. Includes identification of consumer and organizational needs and explanation of environmental issues. Students will identify the marketing mix components in relation to market segmentation; explain the environmental factors which influence consumer and organizational decision-making processes; and outline a marketing plan.
4 Hours(3-3) An overview of the production of documents, tables, and graphics. The student will identify word processing terminology and concepts; create technical documents; format and edit documents; use simple tools and utilities; and print documents. Prerequisites: POFT 1227 or instructor permission.
4 Hours(3-3) Instruction in the concepts, procedures, and importance of electronic spreadsheets. The student will identify spreadsheet terminology and concepts; create formulas and functions; use formatting features; and generate charts, graphs, and reports.
4 Hours(3-3) Introduction to database theory and the practical applications of a database. The student will identify database terminology and concepts; plan, define, and design a database; design and generate tables, forms, and reports; and devise and process queries. Prerequisites: Knowledge of software files management and keyboarding skills.
4 Hours(3-3) Instruction in the utilization of presentation software to produce multimedia presentations. Graphics, text, sound, animation and/or video may be used in presentation development. The student will identify presentation media terminology and concepts; create presentations using text, visual and/or sound elements; use effective compositions and style; prepare presentations for distribution on computers or other media; and modify sequence and slide master. Prerequisites: Knowledge of software file management and keyboarding skills.
4 Hours(3-3) This course is designed to provide an understanding of advanced functionality of electronic spreadsheets. The student will learn to create and design macros; use database and data analysis features; and devise solutions using linked worksheets. Prerequisites: ITSW 1404 or instructor permission.
2 Hours(2-1) Computer applications specific to business-related software. Emphasizes the concurrent development of office skills and computer knowledge. Students will differentiate among systems, applications, and utility software; format, edit, and enhance a document; and manage files and folders.
4 Hours(3-3) Word processing software focusing on business applications. Students will produce documents using word processing applications. Prerequisites: POFT 1227 or instructor permission.
4 Hours(3-3) In-depth coverage of desktop publishing terminology, text editing, and use of design principles to create publishing material using word processing desktop publishing features. Emphasis on layout techniques, graphics, and multiple page displays. The student will define desktop publishing terminology; manipulate text and graphics to create a balanced and focused layout; and create flyers, brochures, and multiple-page documents according to specified procedures. Prerequisites: ITSW 1401 or instructor permission.
4 Hours(3-3) Advanced techniques in merging, macros, graphics, and desktop publishing. Includes extensive formatting for technical documents. Emphasis on business applications. Students will implement advanced features; import data; and incorporate graphic, collaborative, and special functions to enhance documents. Prerequisites: ITSW 1401.
3 Hours(3-0) Medical software applications for the management and operation of health care information systems. Students will utilize medical software applications; manage patient database; process billing; maintain schedules; and generate reports.
2 Hours(2-0) Skill development in keyboarding techniques. Emphasis on the development of acceptable speed and accuracy. Students will demonstrate basic keyboarding techniques, with acceptable accuracy and speed of at least 30 words per minute.
3 Hours(3-0) Introduction to a practical application of basic language usage skills with emphasis on fundamentals of writing and editing for business. The student will apply the basic rules of grammar, spelling, capitalization, number usage, and punctuation; utilize terminology applicable to technical and business writing; develop proofreading and editing skills, and write effective sentences and paragraphs for business applications. Does not count toward major in “Psychology.”
3 Hours(3-0) Study of current office procedures, duties, and responsibilities applicable to an office environment. Students will develop time management techniques; demonstrate communication skills; and identify the basic skills of an office professional.
POFT 2312 - Business Correspondence and Communications
3 Hours(3-0) Development of writing and presentation skills to produce effective business communications. Students will compose, produce, and present effective business documents appropriate to meet industry standardsl apply critical evaluation techniques to business documents and demonstrate the importance of coherent, ethical communication principles in business and industry. Prerequisites: POFT 1301 or instructor permission.
POFT 2333 - Advanced Document Formatting and Skill Building
3 Hours(2-4) A continuation of keyboarding skills in advanced document formatting emphasizing speed, accuracy, and decision-making. Students will demonstrate proficient keyboarding techniques; apply mailability standards to business documents using word processing software; and implement decision-making skills. Prerequisites: POFT 1227 and POFT 2401.
POFT 2380 - Cooperative Education-Administrative/ Secretarial, General Science
3 Hours(1-0-20) Career related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through work experience. As outlined in the learning plan, the student will master the theory, concepts, and skills involving the tools, materials, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, and legal systems associated with the particular occupation and the business/industry; demonstrate ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, communicating in the applicable technical language of the occupation and the business or industry. Prerequisites: Two Business Applications courses or instructor permission. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary.
POFT 2401 - Document Formatting and Skill Building
4 Hours(3-3) A continuation of keyboarding skills emphasizing acceptable speed, and accuracy levels and formatting documents. Students will demonstrate proficient keyboarding techniques; and apply mailability standards to business documents using word processing software. Prerequisites: POFT 1227 and ITSW 1401 or instructor permission.
4 Hours(3-3) Advanced concepts of project management and office procedures integrating software applications. Students will select materials, procedures, and equipment; and manage business projects using technology, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Prerequisites: ITSW 1401, ITSW 1404, ITSW 1407 and ITSW 1410.
4 Hours(3-4) This survey course for non-science majors will enable these students to comprehend the fundamental concepts of chemistry and will fulfill four credit hours of the lab science requirement.
4 Hours(3-3) This course will enable students to become proficient in stoichiometry, chemical equations, atomic structure, chemical bonding, reactions, gas laws, liquids and solids, and solutions. A knowledge of algebra is needed.
4 Hours(3-3) This course will enable students to become proficient in acid-base theory, oxidation-reduction reactions, chemical kinetics, aqueous equilibria, electrochemistry, and organic chemistry. Prerequisites: “C” or greater in CHEM 1411.
3 Hours(3-0) An instructional program designed to integrate on campus Study with practical hands-on work experience in the physical sciences. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual students will set specific goals and objectives in the scientific study of inanimate objects, processes of matter and energy, and associated phenomena.
4 Hours(3-4) Principles and methods of quantitative chemical analysis dealing primarily with volumetric and gravimetric analysis and containing a brief introduction to physical methods. Prerequisites: CHEM 1411 Corequisites: CHEM 1412.
4 Hours(3-4) This course will enable students to become proficient in the reactions and mechanisms of aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons, and their derivatives. Prerequisites: CHEM 1412.
4 Hours(3-4) This course will enable students to become proficient in the reactions and mechanisms of alcohols, phenols, ethers, aldehydes and ketones, carboxylic acids, and amines. Prerequisites: CHEM 2423.
4 Hours(3-4) Principles of instrumental chemical analysis. Topics include chromatography, spectroscopy, and electroanalytical chemistry. Prerequisites: CHEM 2423.
3 Hours(2-2) Preparatory techniques for the purification of crude materials and samples for the isolation of target analytes. Includes acid/base digestion of samples, filtration, liquid-liquid extraction, solid-phase extraction, column chromatography, thin-layer chromatography, and distillation. Prerequisites: CHEM 1411.
CDEC 1313 - Curriculum Resources for Early Childhood Programs
3 Hours(2-2-0) This course is a study of the fundamentals of curriculum design and implementation in developmentally appropriate programs for children.
3 Hours(2-2-0) This course is an exploration of guidance strategies for promoting prosocial behaviors with individual and groups of children. An emphasis on positive guidance principles and techniques, family involvement and cultural influences is also covered. Practical application is gained through direct participation with children.
3 Hours(2-2-0) This course is a study of appropriate infant and toddler programs, (birth to 3 years) including an overview of development, quality routines, appropriate environments, materials and activities and teaching/guidance techniques. Prerequisites: TECA 1354.
3 Hours(2-2-0) This course is an exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching young children language and literacy through a play-based, integrated curriculum.
3 Hours(2-2-0) This course is an exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching children music, movement, visual arts, and dramatic play through process-oriented experiences to support divergent thinking.
3 Hours(2-2-0) This course is a survey of information regarding children with special needs including possible causes and characteristics of exceptionalities, intervention strategies, available resources, referral processes, the advocacy role and legislative issues.
3 Hours(2-2-0) This course is an exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching children math and science concepts and process skills through discovery and play.
CDEC 2315 - Diverse Cultural/Multilingual Education
3 Hours(2-2-0) This course is an overview of multicultural education to include relationship with the family and community to develop awareness and sensitivity to diversity related to individual needs of children.
CDEC 2326 - Administration of Programs for Children I
3 Hours(2-4-0) This course is a practical application of management procedures for early care and education programs, including a study of planning, operating, supervising, and evaluating programs. Topics on philosophy, types of programs, policies, fiscal management, regulations, staffing, evaluation, and communication will be covered.
CDEC 2328 - Administration of Programs for Children II
3 Hours(2-4-0) This course is an in-depth study of the skills and techniques in managing early care and education programs, including legal and ethical issues, personnel management, team building, leadership, conflict resolution, stress management advocacy, professionalism, fiscal analysis and planning parent education/partnerships, and technical applications in programs. Prerequisites: CDEC 2326.
3 Hours(2-2-0) This course is a study of appropriate programs for the school age child (5 to 13 years) including an overview of development, appropriate environments, materials, activities and teaching/guidance techniques.
CDEC 2366 - Practicum in Child Development and Early Childhood
3 Hours(0-0-21) This course is a practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. Prerequisites: Basic skills certificate or AAS majors only.
3 Hours(3-0-0) This course is a study of the child, family, community, and schools, including parent education and involvement, family and community lifestyles, child abuse, and current family life issues. The course includes 15 hours of field experience.
3 Hours(3-0-0) This course is an introduction to the education of the young child, including developmentally appropriate practices and programs, theoretical and historical perspectives, ethical and professional responsibilities, and current issues. The course includes 15 hours of field experience.
3 Hours(3-0-0) This course is a study of the factors that impact the wellbeing of the young child including healthy behavior, food, nutrition, fitness and safety practices. The focus is on local and national standards and legal implications of relevant policies and regulations. The course includes 15 hours of field experience.
3 Hours(3-0-0) This course is a study of the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive factors impacting growth and development of children through adolescence. The course includes 15 hours of field experience.
1 Hour(0-4) Working experience in publications. Students are required to be on the staff of at least one of the official college publications and to work under supervision a minimum of four hours weekly.