BIOL 1250 Students will focus on concepts related to women's and men's health. Topics covered will include anatomy and physiology of human reproductive systems, ethical issues in women's and men's health, formulating critical thinking skills in the face of new medical findings presented to society and biological concepts of common medical issues faced by women/men. Specific topics may include, menopause, prostate health, hair loss, mental health, pregnancy and current media issues in the face of health care, to name a few. Lab like experiences will be included in the teaching of these topics through simulations, case-studies and more.
Credits: 4
Effective Dates: 01/11/2016 - 12/31/9999
MNTC Goals: 2,3,9
ENGL 1570 This course focuses on the understanding and analysis of humanity's relationship to its environment, as revealed through particular genres, such as the short story, essay, diary, and poetry. Students will review the major texts in the literature of nature and look at the ethical and philosophical relationship between humans and nature over the centuries, focusing primarily on North America. Meets MnTC Goal 6 and Goal 9
Credits:
Effective Dates: 11/05/2010 - 12/31/9999
MNTC Goals: 6,9
HIST 1550 Historical introduction to the Vietnam War and the dramatic social, economic, cultural and political transformations of the Vietnam era. Includes the French Conquest, rise of nationalism, WWII and Cold War containment, secret CIA operations, civil rights movement, Environmental movement, Black Power, counterculture, political murder, anti-war movement, Watergate, Pentagon/VA transgressions, normalizations.
Credits: 3
Effective Dates: 05/23/2013 - 12/31/9999
MNTC Goals: 7,9
PHIL 1003 This course is an introduction to philosophical and ethical issues dealing with desire, love, and identity. Students will discuss and criticize texts written by ancient, modern, and contemporary philosophers. Emphasis will be placed on the personal value of the ideas explored. Prerequisites: None. Meets MnTC Goal 6 and Goal 9.
Credits: 3
Effective Dates: 05/17/2017 - 12/31/9999
MNTC Goals: 6,9
PHIL 1100 This course is an introduction to the study of ethics. Students will read, discuss, and write about texts from Classical and World philosophy. Emphasis will be placed on the process of criticism and the practical value of the ideas explored. Meets MnTC Goal 9
Credits: 3
Effective Dates: 08/23/2004 - 12/31/9999
MNTC Goals: 6,9
PHIL 1100 This course is an introduction to the study of ethics. Students will read, discuss, and write about texts from Classical and World philosophy. Emphasis will be placed on the process of criticism and the practical value of the ideas explored. Meets MnTC Goal 9
Credits: 3
Effective Dates: 08/23/2004 - 12/31/9999
MNTC Goals: 6,9
PHIL 1300 This course is an introduction to the traditional problems of philosphy. Students will discuss and criticize texts written by philosophers from a variety of periods and cultures. Emphasis will be placed on the practical value of the ideas explored. Prerequisites: None. Meets MnTC Goal 6 and Goal 9
Credits: 3
Effective Dates: 01/14/2008 - 12/31/9999
MNTC Goals: 6,9
PHIL 1350 This course introduces students to basic issues in medical ethics. Emphasis will be placed on the process of considering ethical theories and laws in the analysis of specific cases from the field. This course will be of special interest to students in programs such as Patient Care Technician, Dental Assistant, and Veterinary Technician though students in any program will find the study of medical ethics worthwhile. Suggested Accuplacer reading cut score over 78 and completion of ENGL 1150: Composition I. Meets MnTC Goals 6 and 9.
Credits: 3
Effective Dates: 08/24/2009 - 12/31/9999
MNTC Goals: 6,9
PHIL 1500 Students will take a philosophical approach to thinking about the processes and objects of technology and design. Also addressed will be related societal, ethical, and political matters. Meets MnTC Goal Areas 2, 6, and 9.
Credits: 3
Effective Dates: 08/27/2018 - 12/31/9999
MNTC Goals: 2,6,9
SOCY 1110 This course covers the basic concepts and terminology used in sociological studies. Sociology is broadly defined as the study of human social organization and social behavior including its forms and consequences. It will focus on the characteristics of human group life as they relate to the structure of the social environment and its influence on the individual. This course is designed to introduce students to the theories, concepts and areas of inquiry that typically characterize sociological analyses. Students will have the opportunity to examine the ethical/dimensions and issues facing political, social, and personal life as it relates to the topics in Sociology. Students will explore their own citizenship and find ways to apply their ideas and goals to civic learning and service learning through embracing facets of human society and the human condition. Meets MnTC Goal 5 and MnTC Goal 9
Credits: 3
Effective Dates: 04/05/1999 - 12/31/9999
MNTC Goals: 5,9
SOCY 1250 A sociological examination of juvenile delinquency and society's response to delinquent youth. The juvenile justice system and the rights and responsibilities of children under law. Major topics include the historical foundations of delinquency, emphasis on micro and macro level of struggle in which delinquent behavior takes place, critique of current sociological theories on delinquency, sociological and social psychological causes of delinquency, juvenile justice response to delinquency, and citizen responsibility. Meets MnTC Goal 5 and MnTC Goal 9
Credits: 2
Effective Dates: 01/13/2003 - 12/31/9999
MNTC Goals: 5,9
SOCY 1400 This course will provide an overview of the philosophy of criminal law and deviance, and of the nature and extent of crime in America. The theory, structure, and operation of each of the principle components of the Criminal Justice System (ie. police, courts, and corrections) will be examined in detail. Major topics include the historical foundations of our Criminal Justice System, critique of current sociological theories on crime, analysis of impact of legal and social systems on human behavior, rehabilitation, public safety (including homeland security), and citizen responsibility. We will create a learning environment that takes into account all backgrounds and experiences where we can learn from one another.
Credits: 3
Effective Dates: 02/16/2011 - 12/31/9999
MNTC Goals: 5,9
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