Prerequisite: BAC 131

Course Description:
This course is a continuation of BAC 131 and covers corporate and manufacturing accounting. This course emphasizes the liability and equity sections of corporations. The student is introduced to cash flow and financial statement analyses.

Contact Instructor:
Patti Little: plittle@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

 

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Prerequisite: BAC 110 or BAC 131

Course Description:
This course introduces students to the QuickBooks computerized-accounting software package. Students will learn to design a company’s accounting system for financial recordkeeping and to enter data for the general journal, special journals, accounts receivables, accounts payable, payroll, and inventory. Students will also prepare financial statements using QuickBooks software.

Contact Instructor:
Julie Oldham: jmoldham@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

 

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Prerequisite: BAC 131

Course Description:
This course introduces students to the Peachtree computerized-accounting software package. Students will learn to design a company’s accounting system for financial recordkeeping and to enter data for the general journal, special journals, accounts receivables, accounts payable, payroll, and inventory. Students will also prepare financial statements using Peachtree software.

Contact Instructor:
Julie Oldham: jmoldham@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

 

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Prerequisite: Although not required, AH 100 along with  BIO 134 or BIO 233 and BIO 234 would be helpful for this course.

Course Description:
Designed for students in the health care and nursing programs needing to establish a foundation in the basic principles of pharmacology. This survey course presents a rationale for understanding current drug therapy involving the common disorders of the major body systems. Administration and dosage calculations are not components of this course.

Contact Instructor:
John Davanzo: jdavanzo@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus
Amal Shuayto: amshuayto@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus
Mary Beyers: mcbeyers@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisite: AH 100

Suggested Prerequisites: BIO 131, strongly recommended

Course Description:
This course will present a broad introduction to the basic principles of cancer. It will explore the fundamental concepts of cancer development, diagnosis, treatment and prevention. As a survey course designed for a wide and diverse audience, this course will focus upon general concepts as opposed to specific technical details.

Contact Instructor:
Sharon Hensley-Alford: smhensley-alford@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

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Note: 100% Online

Course Description:
A broad overview of the various aspects of public health in the United States. Applications, stakeholders, and methods of public health are presented in a way that allows for the identification of strengths and limitations of the current model of care delivery. An overview of careers available in the area of public health is provided.

Contact Instructor:
Scott Marquette: sjmarquette@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

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Note: AH 145 will be offered on an "as-needed" basis

Course Description:
This lecture course is designed to assist healthcare providers understand the needs, expectations, and behaviors of multicultural patient populations and the barriers to effective patient care.  The course will focus upon health care practices directly related to the African American, Asian, Hispanic, Middle Eastern, and Eastern European patients.

Contact Instructor:
Alecia Harris: arharris4@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

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Course Description:
Traces present-day American culture from the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the New World and the devastating impact that event had on the native peoples of the hemisphere. Several cultures from various regions of North America will be studied in-depth using ethnographies, biographies, fiction, and film.

Contact Instructor:
Kendall Janka: kjanka@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

  Registration: Register for an online course

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Course Description:
An introduction to the richness and variety of Middle Eastern cultures, with an emphasis on Arab culture and the role of Islam in shaping the history and culture of  the region. Arabs in the United States and in Dearborn are also examined, as well as American cultural perceptions of the Arabs, Islam, and the Middle East.

Contact Instructor:
Rachel Rumberger: rmrumberger@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

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Course Description:
This course provides an introductory look at the field of archaeology answering the question: what do archaeologists do? Students will explore the methods of excavation, dating sites, artifact analysis, and cultural interpretation. Students will also explore some of the major archaeological sites from around the world.

Contact Instructor:
Kendall Janka : kjanka@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

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Course Description:
A study of history and evolution of letterforms, type, illustration and graphic design to the present. Students learn about important type designers, illustrators and graphic designers, as well as, about relationships between the graphic arts and fine arts through history.

Contact Instructor:
Paula Batchelor: pbatchelor@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
Designed for general education students, this course consists of a non-mathematical introduction to elements of the astronomical universe by means of lectures and planetarium demonstrations. Organized to interest the individual who is without scientific background but who desires to understand the major units of the universe and their interrelation.

Contact Instructor:
Michael Lopresto: lopresto@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus
 

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Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ASTR 131 or ASRT 231

Course Description:
Emphasizes experimental work with the scientific concepts important in astronomy, including planetarium observation and computer simulation of astronomical events. This course combined with ASTR 131 or 231 provides the student with a four-hour laboratory science and labatory credit.

Contact Instructor:
Michael Lopresto: lopresto@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
A non-mathematical introduction to the behavior of the atmosphere and its causes. Topics include atmospheric structure, earth-sun relationships, heat, humidity, clouds, wind, storms, forecasting, pollution, and climate. This course is organized to interest students without scientific background who wish to understand the atmosphere and weather that surround them.

Contact Instructor:
Michael Lopresto: lopresto@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisite: A Reading test score sufficient to allow placement into ENG 131 or Satisfactory (S) completion of ENG 081

Course Description:
Introduces principles of evolution and animal behavior (including human). Considers genetic, physiological, and evolutionary explanations of behaviors. Topics include evolution and natural selection, genetic inheritance, DNA structure and function, basic cell structure and function, innate behaviors, learning, motivation, communication, aggression, sexual behavior, territoriality, play, vestigial behaviors, selfishness, and altruism. This course is for students in all fields of study who wish to learn about the revolutionary contributions of behavioral and evolutionary biology. Four hours of lecture per week; no laboratory.

Contact Instructor:
Lynda Brandt: lbrandt@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisite: A score of 43 or above on ASSET Reading Test or 84 or above on COMPASS Test or satisfactory completion of ENG 081.

Course Description:
A study of living organisms including: cell biology, genetics, plant structure and function (emphasizing flowering plants), ecology, and animal structure and function (emphasizing human digestion, respiration, circulation, excretion, and reproduction). Lectures and laboratory work are coordinated.

Contact Instructor:
Charlie Jacobs: cjacobs@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisite: A Reading test score sufficient to allow placement into ENG 131 or Satisfactory (S) completion of ENG 081

Course Description:
Environmental Science is an interdisciplinary study, combining ideas and information from the natural sciences (such as biology, chemistry, and geology) and the social sciences (such as economics, politics, and ethics) to present a general idea of how nature works and how everything in nature is interconnected. Current environmental concerns are discussed. Human modification of natural systems and strategies for promoting environmental health are emphasized.

Contact Instructor:
Judy Kelly: jkelly@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

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Prerequisite: BIO 131, BIO 150 or BIO 152 or the equivalent (with a grade of C or better)

Course Description:
Lectures cover the principles and underlying concepts of chemistry, cell biology, histology, articulations, bones, muscles, and the nervous system. Labs reinforce these lecture units. BIO 233 and BIO 234 are a two-semester sequence designed for the student who plans to pursue a career in a health field.

Contact Instructor:
Ed Krol: bio233@comcast.net - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisite: BIO 233 at HFCC with a grade of C or better, or permission of the instructor

Course Description:
Covers special senses, endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, immunity, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. Labs are sequenced with and reinforce lecture content. Three hours of lecture and two hours of lab per week.

Contact Instructor:
Ed Krol: bio234@comcast.net - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
A survey course presenting an overall integrated picture of American business and its operations. Included are such topics as forms of business ownership, management, internal organization, production, personnel, labor relations, marketing, short-term and long-term finance, insurance, accounting principles, statistical analysis, business law, and the relationship of government to business.

Contact Instructor:
Brian Smiegel: bssmiegel@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus
David C Thomas: dcthomas3@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisites: BBA 131

Course Description:
This course focuses on the dimensions of conducting business in the international arena and examines the political, economic, and legal systems of diverse countries. Trade patterns; foreign investment methods; economic growth rates; ethics; international trade theories; government intervention; exporting, importing, and countertrading; human resources management; and marketing and competition in the global marketplace are examined.

Contact Instructor:
Peter Badry: pbadry@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisites: BAC 131 and BBA 131

Course Description:
Introduces students to the financing of the modern business enterprise. Topics include financial statement
analysis, working capital management, capital acquisition and budgeting, the valuation of securities, and
global financial principles.

Contact Instructor:
Peter Badry: pbadry@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MATH 074 or a satisfactory grade on the math placement test

Course Description:
Presents basic math problems from a business person’s point of view. This course includes a short review of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, as well as decimals, percentages, and fractions. Emphasis is on story problems. Topics may include payroll, interest, bank notes, insurance, annuities, weights and measures, commissions, percentages, inventory, and taxes.

Contact Instructor:
Diana Baran: dbaran@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
A study of the functions, principles, and philosophy of  modern management, as well as of the nature and 
structure of organizations. Brief consideration also is given to recent developments in corporate decision-
making and styles of managerial leadership.

Contact Instructor:
Corinne Asher: casher@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus
Roy Field: rafield@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Prequisites:

Course Description:
Examines business organization and management as they apply to the personnel functions of recruitment, selection, placement, induction, and training. Attention is given to job analysis, evaluation, maintenance and measurement of morale, union-management relations, and the economic and physical security of employees.

Contact Instructor:
Kristen Calder-Bowman: klcalder-bowman@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
This course is designed to teach students “touch” keyboarding skills on the personal computer. Terminology, the alpha keyboard, figure keys, symbol keys, the ten-key numeric pad, and basic formatting are introduced. As the semester progresses, accuracy and speed building are emphasized.

Contact Instructor:
Nermin Alam: nmalam@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

 

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Prerequisite: Ability to keyboard 25 words per minute
Note: This course fulfills the HFCC computer literacy requirement.

Course Description:
Covers the fundamentals of computer literacy with an emphasis on software usage literacy. Hands-on training in software application programs include word processing, spreadsheets, data base, and graphics. Assignments include problem solving and critical thinking development components. A version of MS Office will be utilized.

Contact Instructor:
Sandro Silvestri: sandro@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

William Pritchard: wapritchard1@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

Marilyn Vick-Rouse: mvick@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

Jacqueline D Lawson: jdlawson@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

Diana Smith: dlsmith1@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

Patricia Monson: pdmonson@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

Leslie Kellogg: lkellogg@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

 

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Prerequisite: PSY 131 and PSY 152
Note: Go to: www.hfcc.edu/social_science for course information and a welcome letter from your instructor.

Course Description:
This course is the first in a 2-course sequence designed to help candidates acquire skills and knowledge for the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. The CDA is a national performance-based credential awarded to caregivers that work with children from birth to age five. Topics include children’s developmental stages, planning developmentally appropriate activities for young children, developing curriculum for young children, behavior management, and introduction to CDA credentialing process.

Contact Instructor:
Marie Gaab: mgaab@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

 

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Prerequisite: CHD 201
Note: Go to: www.hfcc.edu/social_science for course information and a welcome letter from your instructor.

Course Description:
This course is the second in a 2-course sequence designed to help candidates acquire skills, knowledge and documentation for the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. The CDA is a national performance-based credential awarded to caregivers that work with children from birth to age five. Topics include the CDA credentialing process, knowledge and skills in working with parents, families, and communities, knowledge of the 6 Competency Goals of the 13 functional areas of the CDA process, and preparation of necessary material for the CDA credential.

Contact Instructor:
Marie Gaab: mgaab@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

 

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Course Description:
This course explores the physical, social, cognitive and emotional environments necessary for quality care of infants and toddlers. CDA functional areas taught in this course are as follows: Safe, Healthy, Learning Environment, Infant Development, and Observing children’s behavior as they pertain to infants and toddlers. This course addresses the intellectual development of children when their basic needs are met and when they are educated and cared for in settings that support their emotional well-being.

Contact Instructor:
Janice Cataldo: jcataldo@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

 

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Prerequisite: ENG 132 and PSY 152

Course Description:
This course will examine inquiry-based learning and how it relates to a child-centered, integrated preschool curriculum. The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) Early Childhood Standards of Quality and the National Association for the Education of Young Children’s (NAEYC) position statements and guidelines for instruction will be integrated into class discussions to help students gain insight into the best practices with young children. This course is designed for present and future teachers, administrators and the general public who participate in decisions relating to early childhood curriculum.

Contact Instructor:
Jennifer Bauer: jcbauer@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

 

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Course Description:
This course will survey the field of computer technology and information management. Topics emphasized in this course include: computer hardware, networking and telecommunications, the use of the Internet for communication, e-commerce, and information retrieval, the social impact of technology, computer security, and industry-related careers and programming techniques. Computer laboratory sessions will briefly introduce students to a variety of software packages that will include the Windows operating system, Internet browsers, e-mail, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, and database management systems.

Contact Instructor:
David Maier: djmaier@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus
Kristin Olin-Sullivan: kolin@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter
Erik C VanLandingham: ecvanlandingham@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus
Gary Mitchell: grmitchell1@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
The Internet is used by millions of people throughout the world to share information and ideas and to search for information on all kinds of topics electronically. This course introduces the student to the Internet, how it was developed and how it works. The student will become familiar with the services and tools available, such as E-Mail, Telnet, FTP, Gopher and the World Wide Web. The student will access information through popular online services and will learn about some of the major sources of information.

Contact Instructor:
David Maier: djmaier@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus
Janet Slominski: jlslominski@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus
Russell Roy: rtroy@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
A beginning course that teaches students current web page development techniques and methodologies. Topics to be discussed will include: graphical web development tools, formatting, layout, navigation, database integration, accessibility, and browser compatibility. Significant hands-on lab time will be dedicated to developing and publishing a professional Web site.

Contact Instructor:
Eve Chowdhury: ekchowdhury@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisites: CIS 125 or ART 107

Course Description:
This course will provide students with a comprehensive mastery of HyperText Markup Language (HTML) coding practices.  Additional topics include an understanding and use of XHTML, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), and Validation according to the guidelines of the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C).  Students will create an entire website using HTML and CSS.

Contact Instructor:
Kim Moscardelli: kimm@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisites: Enrollment in Pre-Education program

Course Description:
This computer course introduces elementary education majors to the implementation, application and issues of microcomputers in education. Topics include computer literacy, classroom use of hardware and software for student learning, and computer resources to stay current with multi-media technology.

Contact Instructor:
Shannon Scanlon: sscanlon@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisites: Enrollment in Pre-Education program

Course Description:
This computer course introduces secondary education majors to the implementation, application and issues of microcomputers in education. Topics include computer literacy, classroom use of hardware and software for student learning, and computer resources to stay current with multi-media technology.

Contact Instructor:
Shannon Scanlon: sscanlon@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisites: Approval of the departmental - contact Brent Fulton 313-845-6426.

Course Description:
This is the final course in the Network Administration degree program. This capstone course provides
learning experiences in the design, implementation and support of a Local Area Network. This course
covers basic LAN design methods and tools, NetWork Operating Systems, LAN implementation
considerations, LAN hardware, and network troubleshooting techniques. Students will design and
implement an actual LAN in the lab complete with file servers, workstations, hubs, switches, and routers.

Contact Instructor:
Brent Fulton: brent@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
Designed to assist students in exploring and assessing their interests, needs, and values in relation to possible occupations and careers. Both readings and small group discussion are utilized.

Contact Instructor:
Imad Nouri: inouri@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
Discussion, testing, and computer research enable participants to examine their own resources, strengths, and constraints to determine what is realistic for future change. Decision-making tools are taught so that effective planning results in harmony between one's life and work. Potential trouble areas are examined through problem-solving techniques.

Contact Instructor:
John Carroll: johnc@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
An overview of the criminal justice system in the U.S. Topics surveyed are the history of law enforcement; the political, sociological, and philosophic background of police functions; and the criminal courts. Constitutional problems as they relate to the police function are surveyed, and the use of recent technology in criminal justice is discussed.

Contact Instructor:
Penny Dunn: padunn@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

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Course Description:
Studies the legal and philosophical basis of the juvenile justice process along with a review of the juvenile court procedures in Michigan. Problems related to delinquency and its control are discussed.

Contact Instructor:
Allan Skrocki: askrocki@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
A study of the history and philosophy of corrections. An investigation is made of probation and parole and
the impact of prisoner rights law on the system as a  whole.

Contact Instructor:
Tammy Sandoval: tsandoval@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

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Course Description:
This course provides an overview of the topics covered in BEC 151-Macro Economics and BEC 152-Micro Economics, including the influence on total output, particularly monetary and fiscal policy; detailed analysis of firm decision-making in both product and resource markets; and the principles of international trade.  This course serves those students needing only one economics course or those students who want to learn more about the free enterprise system.

Contact Instructor:
Paul Fisher: pafisher1@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

 

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Course Description:
Required of Business Administration majors planning to transfer to four-year colleges. This course delineates the theoretical underpinnings of aggregative economic analysis. Specific areas of study include money and banking, national income accounting, alternative employment theories, governmental interventions, and economic growth.

Contact Instructor:
Jared Boyd: jpboyd@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

Peter Badry: pbadry@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

James Luke: jluke@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

 

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Prerequisite: Ability to keyboard 25 words per minute
Note: This course fulfills the HFCC computer literacy requirement.

Course Description:
This is a required course for Business Administration majors planning to transfer to four-year colleges. Delineates the theoretical underpinnings of disaggregative economic analysis. Specific areas of study include the price system, market imperfections, labor unions, governmental interventions, and international economics.

Contact Instructor:
Paul Fisher: pafisher1@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

Peter Badry: pbadry@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
A course designed to prepare students to function effectively as a multi-level power-facilities technician in the energy, power, and facilities technology fields with emphasis on basic workplace skills along with safety and hazardous or environmental concerns for workers on the job. The elements in the course meet or exceed the requirements of various certification agencies.

Contact Instructor:
John Morris: jmorris@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
This is an introductory course appropriate for all technical and skilled trade students. The course is designed to provide computer familiarity, not proficiency. Industrial applications of computers will be stressed. Computer software, programming, storage/input/output devices and controls as they apply to industry will be explored. Design as well as hands-on, primarily competency based. The course will provide experiences and demonstrations in keyboarding, window programs, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, computer graphics, basic programming, time permitting two-dimensional computer aided drafting.

Contact Instructor:
Jim Martini: jmartini@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus
John Morris: jmorris@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Note: This course meets the graduation requirement for General Education Outcome 2: Computer Literacy.

Course Description:
Introduces the student to energy conversion, the study of energy sources, basic energy conversion concepts, applied mechanics, and measurement of their basic quantities. The learner identifies and uses the basic methods for measuring, monitoring, and calculating energy as applied to energy conversion, conservation, and use in various simple machines and power systems.

Contact Instructor:
Jim Martini: jmartini@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus
Charles Redmond: cdredmond@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus
John Nowacki: jjnowacki@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
A basic course in heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration providing the learner with exposure to the basic principles, tools, materials, equipment, and components in each of the major subject areas. The course provides orientation to the multi-skilled technician's job in the HVACR field for building engineers, power engineers, processing operating and maintenance technicians, and others engaged in HVACR operations.

Contact Instructor:
David Robin: drrobin@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
An introductory course covering the electrical elements required of multi-skilled technicians in the heating, power, process, instrumentation, facilities operation, and maintenance fields, HVAC service and maintenance fields, and manufacturing maintenance field. The study of schematic diagrams and the application of test instruments to check electrical components such as motors, relays, solid state circuits, and switches are covered.

Contact Instructor:
John Nowacki: jjnowacki@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
A basic online course in applied power and process plant heat fundamentals designed to provide introductory practical science studies for students entering the power, facilities and process operation and maintenance fields. The course is designed to provide a basic background for entry-level persons preparing to take boiler and steam licensing exams and to prepare them to function effectively as multi-skilled power or process plant engineers, building engineers, boiler operators or heating plant operators.

Contact Instructor:
Nelson B Swanberg: nbswanberg@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus
Jim Martini: jmartini@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
A basic Boiler (Low Pressure) Heating Plant Operation and Maintenance course covering the necessary information on skills, knowledge and competencies for persons employed as building engineers or seeking positions as building and plant multi-skilled facilities technicians. Building-plant major equipment and controls maintenance for systems are covered to allow the employed or prospective engineer/technician to grasp the elements of operating procedures, required maintenance and repair, along with continuing oversight to ensure continuity of operation. Students study materials which are taken from workplace literature and actual field systems and utilize a workbook to complete multi-skilled tasks similar to those completed by skilled technicians in the field. Students are required to complete sketches, workbook exercises, and optional field activities along with quizzes and exams related to the study materials and field systems.

Contact Instructor:
Jim Martini: jmartini@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisites/Co-requisites: Meet current qualifications for taking the HP Boiler Operator’s 3rd or 4th Class local or national Steam License Exams which usually equate to 2-3 years of steam power plant experience. Power engineers in the field with one or more years of heating plant or other facilities utility plant operation experience will find this course helpful in preparing for steam license exams.

Course Description:
High Pressure Boiler Operation/Maintenance License Preparation.

Contact Instructor:
Jim Martini: jmartini@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
This is a Basic Power Plant Technology Course designed for persons seeking to enter the field as a power plant operator in a utility plant or industrial process large power plant.  This course identifies and involves study of the competencies required for entering this critical field by providing information, review of major and minor power engineering subjects including boilers, basic thermodynamics, boiler operation and maintenance, boiler and plant efficiency and emission control, pumps, auxiliaries, power plant accessories, turbines, engines, electrical, compressors, internal combustion engines, power plant equipment, and review of national, state, and local steam and boiler codes. Provides skill review in solving typical power plant problems and optional laboratory experiences as they may be locally available related to practical exam skills, plant efficiency and basic thermodynamics.

Contact Instructor:
Jim Martini: jmartini@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisite: Permission from instructor based upon courses/programs completed

Course Description:
This course is designed to provide field experience based on the availability of equipment systems and field-oriented workstations as selected or determined by the instructor. The student can repeat the course when different topics are available. This course may be used towards fulfilling requirements for associate degree or certificate programs or to qualify to take license exams.

Contact Instructor:
Jim Martini: jmartini@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisite: MFMT 107

Course Description:
A course designed to provide an overview of automated control systems in manufacturing and facilities maintenance. Experiences are provided in the fundamentals of instrumentation calibration, solid-state components, microprocessors, logic circuits, and programmable logic controllers areas. Learners must be prepared to access simulation, computer interface, and similar materials online for completion of this course.

Contact Instructor:
John Nowacki: jjnowacki@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisite: The course is designed for students who have the necessary work experience and practical preparation to qualify to write for local license agency courses such as the City of Detroit, City of Dearborn or for nationally identified examination agency exams such as NIULPE (National Institute for the Uniform Licensing of Power Engineers) 1st Class, 2nd Class or Chief Engineer's license examination. Normally 3-10 years of power engineering field experience is required for applicants to qualify for taking these license exams. The examinations are designed to 1) Test the applicants' knowledge in the area in which the license is being sought and, 2) Measure the applicants' ability to solve problems, interpret the steam code to operate a steam power plant safely and prudently.

Students study materials which are taken from workplace literature and actual field systems and utilize a workbook to complete multi-skilling tasks similar to those completed by skilled technicians in the field. Students are required to complete sketches, workbook exercises, and optional field activities along with quizzes and exams related to the study materials and field systems.

Power Engineers and Stationary Engineers seeking a First and/or Second Class Steam License have been working in the field a minimum of 5-6 years after completing their education or apprenticeship. Being an online course, prospective students should be computer literate, able to access the Internet readily, be familiar with e-mail systems, have the ability to easily work in a windows and Internet browser environment, be comfortable communicating in writing, be self-motivated and able to spend 6-12 hours of their time per week devoted to course study. Prospective students must have access to an internet-capable computer utilizing a browser such as Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator or must work from a computer in an on-campus lab.

Course Description:
An advanced online 1st, 2nd Class Steam License Review course covering  power engineering subjects including boilers, basic thermodynamics, boiler operation, maintenance, plant efficiency, pumps, auxiliaries, power plant accessories, turbines, engines, electrical, compressors, internal combustion engines, and review of national, state and local steam and boiler codes. Includes solving typical power plant problems, and practical exam skills.

Contact Instructor:
Jim Martini: jmartini@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

Registration: Register for an online course

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Prerequisite: ENT 141, MFMT 114 or equivalent courses or permission

Course Description:
An advanced course covering the necessary skills, knowledge and competencies for persons seeking positions as building and plant multi-skilled facilities technicians. Building-plant maintenance procedures and processes are covered for management of maintenance, structure and architectural portions of buildings, domestic hot water and potable water systems, plumbing and piping systems, elevators and transport systems, electric distribution and co-gen systems, waste disposal systems, fire and life safety systems, lighting systems and associated controls with hands-on interfacing to plan projects, complete set up procedures, the required maintenance and repair, along with continuing oversight to ensure continuity of operation. This course may be conducted online.

Contact Instructor:
Jim Martini: jmartini@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisite: Power Engineers and Stationary Engineers seeking a First and/or Second Class Steam License who have been working in the field a minimum of 5-6 years after completing their education or apprenticeship. Having been out of school for this extended period, a review course must be provided to allow these engineers to prepare to take advanced license exams. Students completing HFCC Power Engineering courses have gained lab-type field experience which would allow them to further their education and preparation toward gaining higher class licenses. Power engineers with 4-6 years of experience in a heating plant or other facilities utility plant, industrial steam process power plant and/or utility power plants will find this course helpful in preparing for steam license exams.

Course Description:
A preparatory-level Steam License Review course providing information, review of major and minor power engineering subjects including boilers, basic thermodynamics, boiler operation and maintenance, boiler and plant efficiency and emissions control, pumps, auxiliaries, power plant accessories, turbines, engines, electrical compressors, internal combustion engines, power plant equipment, and review of national, state, and local steam boiler codes. Provides skill review in solving typical power plant problems and laboratory experiences as available related to practical exam skills, plant efficiency and basic thermodynamics.

Contact Instructor:
Jim Martini: jmartini@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus
Charles Redmond: cdredmond@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
This is a course designed to provide the means for learners to develop a portfolio which is required if the
learner wishes to obtain credit for experiential or other college-level learning activities or experiences.

Contact Instructor:
Jim Martini: jmartini@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
A basic course in applied power-process-facilities fundamental communication designed to provide introductory and advanced exposure, skills, and knowledge to writing and plant-oriented communications, diagramming, drawing, review, and regular use of PID, CAD-type prints, piping, and system prints by reading and interpreting them.

Contact Instructor:
Jim Martini: jmartini@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus
John Morris: jmorris@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Co-requisites: MFMT 114

Course Description:
A course covering the operation and maintenance of high- and low-pressure boilers and their related
auxiliaries. Includes elements required to safely operate, service, and maintain boiler and auxiliary equipment
pertaining to state-of-the-art cogeneration and heating and power plants. Students are required to interface
with actual or virtual plants as part of the activities for this course.

Contact Instructor:
Jim Martini: jmartini@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Co-requisites: Suggested MFMT 114 and/or MFMT 143

Course Description:
An advanced course designed to prepare learners to function effectively as power or process plant engineers operating and maintaining primarily turbines, engines, power plant electrical, air compressors, industrial-commercial cooling systems, advanced control systems, and related equipment. Provides exposure to activities that duplicate skills in the workplace which meet the requirements of various National Skill Standards and license exams.

Contact Instructor:
Jim Martini: jmartini@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Co-requisites: Suggested MFMT 114 and/or MFMT 143

Course Description:
An advanced course covering the necessary power engineering skills and knowledge required for operation and maintenance of gas turbine and combined cycle plants. This course also covers the safe and efficient operation of gas turbines and heat recovery steam generators and their different applications as used in combine cycle and cogeneration configurations. Experiences-exercises include workplace skills required by National Standards and licensing exams.

Contact Instructor:
Jim Martini: jmartini@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisite: Students must have writing skills scores of 55-70 and reading skills scores of 70-81 on the ESL COMPASS Test.

Course Description:
This course emphasizes ESL intermediate-level college preparatory reading and writing skills.  Students practice study systems, memory strategies, test preparation skills, and organizational skills while improving vocabulary, dictionary skills, understanding of idioms, and spelling.  Students practice comprehension skills such as distinguishing general and specific terms, recognizing main ideas, and drawing conclusions.  With frequent writing assignments, this course stresses grammatical accuracy, oral and written sentence patterns, and the basic principles and types of paragraph writing.  There is special emphasis on the use of computer software and the web and the use of near-native speech.  It substitutes for ENG 078 and ENG 091 and if passed, qualifies the student for ENG 081 and ENG 092 and ELI 006.

Contact Instructor:
Dominique J. Morin: djmorin1@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisite: Students must have writing skills scores of 71-85 and reading skills scores of 82-87 on the ESL COMPASS Test or have passed ELI 005 or both ENG 078 and ENG 091.

Course Description:
This course is designed to provide college preparatory reading and writing instruction at an advanced level. Students learn note taking and test preparation skills and practice specialized reading in social science, literature, and mathematics. Reading also focuses on making inferences, retaining concepts, organizing facts, and making judgments. A major objective of the course is to prepare students to write college-level expository essays free from major sentence structure errors, faulty agreement problems, and inappropriate diction. Students continue their study of troublesome structures such as noun clauses, infinitive phrases, and conditional expressions. Students speak and understand at a near-fluency level. This course is a prerequisite for ENG 131.  It substitutes for English 081 and English ENG 092 or ENG 093.

Contact Instructor:
Kristian Stewart: kdstewart1@henryford.ucompass -  Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
Since knowledge of grammar empowers speech and writing, this course is designed to serve writers at various skill levels across the curriculum. Overall, the course is intended to introduce or to refresh students’ knowledge of the rules governing acceptable English grammar, beginning with the study of the parts of speech and appropriate sentence structure. Equipped with these writing tools, students will be able to approach academic and professional writing tasks with more confidence and success. This course does not take the place of ENG 088, ENG 091, ENG 092 or ENG 093.

Contact Instructor:
Elaine McKeand: emckeand@henryford.ucompass.com - Welcome Letter

 

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Prerequisite: A satisfactory score on the English placement test or a grade of S (Satisfactory) in English 092 or English 093 and a grade of S (Satisfactory) in English 081 if required.

Course Description:
English 131 is the first college-level composition course in a two-semester sequence, emphasizing critical reading, critical thinking, and critical writing skills. Through readings students will explore various topics and various types of writing. Through essays, written in and out of class, students will demonstrate the development of a clear main idea through well-organized supporting material, written in correct, effective English. To meet the above goals, a writing assignment which integrates analysis and summary of an article and a persuasive paper incorporating limited outside information will be included.

Contact Instructor:
Rick Bailey: rbailey@hfcc.edu - Welcome Letter

Elaine McKeand: emckeand@henryford.ucompass.com - Welcome Letter

Chris Briggs: cbriggs@hfcc.edu - Welcome Letter

Victoria Cliett: vcliett@henryford.ucompass.com  - Welcome Letter

Matthew Johnson: mjohnson@henryford.ucompass.com  - Welcome Letter

Gary Mcilroy: gmcilroy@henryford.ucompass.com - Welcome Letter

Scott Still: smstill@henryford.ucompass.com - Welcome Letter

 

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Prerequisite: A grade of C - or better in ENG 131

Course Description:
English 132 is the second course in the two-semester college-level reading and writing sequence that begins with English 131. The course further instructs students in the reading, writing, and critical thinking skills required at four-year colleges and universities and in the workforce. Students will learn how to select, evaluate, analyze, synthesize, reference, and document source material, including a variety of literary works that explore diverse themes and cultural perspectives. Students will then use the source materials to complete a college-level research paper.

Contact Instructor:
Gary Mcilroy: gmcilroy@henryford.ucompass.com - Welcome Letter

Tamanika Terry Steward: tterry@hfcc.edu - Welcome Letter

Chris Briggs: cbriggs@hfcc.edu - Welcome Letter

Elaine McKeand: emckeand@henryford.ucompass.com - Welcome Letter

Peter Kim: pkim@hfcc.edu - Welcome Letter

Scott Still: smstill@henryford.ucompass.com - Welcome Letter

Adam Hazlett: ahazlett@hfcc.edu - Welcome Letter

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Prerequisite: A grade of C - or better in ENG 131

Course Description:
The second college-level writing course for students in Career Education programs and others interested in professional communication. Students design communications for the kinds of audiences they will address as professionals. They write resumes, letters, memos, short reports, instructional documents, proposals, and an extensive, research based documented report.

Contact Instructor:
Betsy Cohn: bcohn@hfcc.edu - Welcome Letter

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Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in ENG 131.

Course Description:
Focuses on reading, discussion, and written analysis of short stories in order to develop an understanding and enjoyment of various authors and works. Stories are drawn from various literary traditions, although emphasis may be placed on the American tradition, which has been especially productive and influential. Emphasis may also be placed on the historical development of the short story as a distinct literary genre.

Contact Instructor:
Gary Mcilroy: gmcilroy@henryford.ucompass.com - Welcome Letter

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Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in ENG 131

Course Description:
Examines how novels both reflect and contribute to the development of the novel as a genre. Students will read major novelists primarily from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. The titles chosen exemplify important developments and themes in prose fiction, each discussed as a statement of a particular author, a reflection of the times in which the work was written, and an enduring expression of human experience.

Contact Instructor:
Chris Briggs: cbriggs@hfcc.edu - Welcome Letter

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Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in ENG 131

Course Description:
Through discussion and written analysis, ENG 235 encourages the reading of literary works in their entirety in an attempt to understand the meaning of the texts and their relation to the development of American thought and tradition. Authors include Emerson, Thoreau, Hawthorne, Melville, Dickinson, Whitman, Twain, and Crane. Biographical and critical information is obtained through lectures and reference reading.

Contact Instructor:
Mike Daher: mdaher@hfcc.edu - Welcome Letter

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Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in ENG 132 or ENG 135

Course Description:
Introduces the forms, themes, history, and uses of literature written for children ages three to twelve. Students learn to evaluate and select literature critically and understand its use in preschool, elementary, and middle school classrooms. Genres to be studied include traditional fiction/folktales, contemporary realistic fiction, picture books, fantasy/science fiction, historical fiction, biography, nonfiction, and poetry/verse.

Contact Instructor:
Peter Kim: pkim@hfcc.edu - Welcome Letter

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Course Description:
A course designed to be an introduction to news writing. Students learn to write news stories, thought-provoking opinion columns, and stimulating reviews. Students also read and analyze professional newspapers. All major assignments are required to be word processed.

Contact Instructor:
Peter Kim: pkim@hfcc.edu - Welcome Letter

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Course Description:
An overview examining the spatial distribution of the physical environment and major earth systems including plate tectonics, climate, land forms, vegetation, and natural hazards with emphasis on the ways humans utilize and alter the earth’s surface.

Contact Instructor:
Tarek Joseph: tjoseph@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter
Christine Geddes: cageddes@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
An overview examining the spatial distribution of people and places around the world, with emphasis on the cultural, political, social, and economic aspects of regions. Topics are explored by examining ways that humans interact with the environment and one another. Emphasis is placed on the spatial variation of human activities at all scales from local to global.

Contact Instructor:
Tarek Joseph: tjoseph@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

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Course Description:
The most prominent causes of death and disability in North America are the diseases that are largely lifestyle related. Statistics indicate that nearly 80% of these deaths could be prevented by following a positive lifestyle. That is the focus of this course. The class will assess the student’s current level of wellness and provide the tools necessary to improve and motivate the student to practice healthier lifestyles throughout adulthood.

Contact Instructor:
Carole Sloan: csloan@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter
Martin Anderson: mander@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

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Course Description:
Emphasizes the importance of proper nutrition through the understanding of basic nutrition principles and their application to everyday life. Dietary requirements of protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals are explained along with their food sources. Other topics include digestion and metabolism; weight loss, weight gain and stabilization; water balance and exercise.

Contact Instructor:
Theresa Smyth: tasmyth@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
A course designed to teach health care professionals the basics of nutrition and its application to disease, growth and development.

Contact Instructor:
Carole Sloan: csloan@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter
Martin Anderson: mander@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

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Course Description:
This course will provide information in the three areas of Health, Nutrition and Physical Education that the
classroom teacher will need for knowledge and practical use in teaching. Teaching strategies and projects
in Health and Nutrition as well as movement education and games will be presented. The emphasis will be
for potential teachers to provide learning experiences for children’s development of positive lifestyle
behaviors, as well as to fulfill objectives for the Michigan Model for Health.

Contact Instructor:
Diana Sloan: dsloan@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
This course traces the causation factors leading to the escalation of U.S. involvement in the Vietnam Conflict from 1945 until 1975. Within the historical context of colonial rule over Vietnam, as well as, the struggle for Vietnamese nationalism, the political, diplomatic, and military strategy of the United States will be emphasized.

Contact Instructor:

Samuel Plaza: sjplaza@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter
Kenneth Shepherd: kshepherd@henryford.ucompass.com - Welcome Letter

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Course Description:
A study of the American Civil War, including the causes, personalities, soldiers, social groups, significant battles, and legacy of America’s defining conflict. (1848-1877)

Contact Instructor:
Dennis Ringle: djringle@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus
Samuel Plaza: sjplaza@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

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Course Description:
Traces the development and evolution of the Cold War from a global perspective, including its roots before and during World War II, through the postwar to the collapse of the Soviet State in 1991.

Contact Instructor:
Kenneth Shepherd: kshepherd@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter
 

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Course Description:
A study of the America’s Revolutionary War Era, including the causes, social, political and economic conditions, military aspects, founding documents and legacy of America’s formative years. (1763-1791)

Contact Instructor:
Samuel Plaza: sjplaza@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus
Kenneth Shepherd: kshepherd@henryford.ucompass.com - Welcome Letter

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Course Description:
A study of the United States during World War II, including the causes, personalities, military aspects, home front, and legacy of the war that defined the latter half of the twentieth century and established the United States as a world leader. (1935 – 1945)

Contact Instructor:
Dennis Ringle: djringle@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus
Kenneth Shepherd: kshepherd@henryford.ucompass.com - Welcome Letter

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Course Description:
This course takes an in-depth look at the principles, concepts, and elements of United States Sea Power. The course focuses on the historical, present, and future applications of sea power regarding the United States. There will be a particular emphasis on the role played by the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and Merchant Marine in shaping the polices and culture of the United States.

Contact Instructor:
Dennis Ringle: djringle@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

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Course Description:
This course is intended to prepare students for algebra in MATH 080 or MATH 100. Topics covered include fractions, percents, measurement and geometry, signed numbers, linear equations and proportions. Techniques of problem solving and applications are included throughout the course.

Contact Instructor:
Mary Rayhall: mrayhall@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

Adam L. Cloutier: alcloutier@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

Chade Saghir: cfsaghir@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

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Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in Math 074 or a satisfactory score on the placement test

Course Description:
This course is intended as a developmental course for students who need to develop skills in beginning algebra topics. Topics covered include solutions of linear equations and inequalities, an introduction to graphing linear equations, polynomial operations, factoring, properties of integer exponents, and solutions to quadratic equations by factoring. Techniques of problem solving and applications are included throughout the course.

Contact Instructor:
Mary Rayhall: mrayhall@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

Andrea Seavitt: aseavitt@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

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Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MATH 080 or a satisfactory score on the placement test

Course Description:
Topics covered include solving linear, quadratic, rational, and square root equations, solving linear inequalities, an introduction to functions, graphs of linear and quadratic functions, rational expressions, exponents, radicals, and solving systems of linear equations. Techniques of problem-solving and applications are included throughout the course along with modeling data using linear and quadratic functions.

Contact Instructor:
Ken Kasin: kkasin@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

Dan Buchanan: buchanan@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in Math 110 or a satisfactory score on the placement test

Course Description:
Topics include coordinate geometry, functions and their graphs, algebraic and graphical solutions of equations and inequalities, graphs and zeros of polynomial functions, Fundamental Theorem of Algebra, conic sections, linear modeling, systems of equations and inequalities, matrices and their operations, sequences and series, and the Binomial Theorem. Techniques of problem solving and applications are included along with an introduction to the usage of graphing calculators.

Contact Instructor:
Sam Bazzi: sbazzi@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in Math 110 or a  satisfactory score on the placement test

Course Description:
An introductory course for students in business administration, education, social sciences, engineering, and other fields in which data are collected and predictions are made. Topics covered include descriptive measures, the summarizing of data, an introduction to probability, probability functions, the normal distribution, sampling theory, hypothesis testing, correlation, and regression. Students are exposed to the use of technology for data analysis.

Contact Instructor:
Sam Bazzi: sbazzi@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in Math 115, or Math 150 or Math 175, or a satisfactory score on the placement test

Course Description:
For students in business and life and social sciences but not engineering, mathematics, or physical sciences majors. This course is an introduction to the study of differential and integral calculus of algebraic, logarithmic, and exponential functions of one variable. Topics covered include graphical, numerical and algebraic determination of derivatives and definite integrals, applications of the derivative including minima and maxima, and integration and its application. Applications are included throughout the course. Credit cannot be earned for both Math 153 and Math 180.

Contact Instructor:
Dan Buchanan: buchanan@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

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Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in Math 115 or a satisfactory score on the placement test

Course Description:
Topics include algebraic, graphical, and numerical representations of functions, including composition and inverses of functions. The primary focus is the study of rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, and trigonometric functions of real numbers and angles. Also included are analytic trigonometry, solutions of triangles, polar coordinates and vectors. Techniques of problem solving and applications are included throughout the course requiring the frequent usage of graphing calculators.

Contact Instructor:
Ken Kasin: kkasin@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

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Prerequisite: LGA 122, BLW 253, and ENG 131

Course Description:
In addition to traditional law library resources, paralegals utilize the Internet and other electronic resources in all areas of law practice. This course provides advanced instruction in Westlaw® and other Internet resources as well as advanced legal research techniques.

Contact Instructor:
Suzanne Schultz: sschultz1@hfcc.edu - Course Syllabus

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Suggested Prerequisite: BIO 152, CHEM 141, ENG 131, CIS 100 or BCA 140 are recommended prerequisites (but not required), as well as, CHEM 142, ENG 132, PHYS 131, and SPC 131.

Course Description:
This seminar course will provide an overview of the pharmacy profession including licensure, areas of practice, career options, and pharmacy workplace issues. General pharmacy school information including the PHARM D curriculum, the considerations in selecting a school of pharmacy, and admission requirements will be discussed. A mock PCAT exam will be given to determine the student’s strengths and weaknesses. Select test preparation options will then be discussed.

Contact Instructor:
Kimberly Corpus: kcorpus@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
Examines principles and problems of American political institutions, including the role of government and politics in society, the balancing of liberty with authority, and theories of the state. Mechanisms of popular control (public opinion, pressure groups, political parties, elections) and formal structure are examined. Additional components include foreign policy, public policy, and contemporary events.

Contact Instructor:
Gabriel Kikas: gkikas@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

Eric Rader: ewrader@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

 

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Course Description:
Examines political institutions and processes in the fifty states, including their cultures and constitutions, as well as the public policies of state governments in areas such as education, social welfare, and the environment. City governments are studied using Detroit as a basis for comparison.

Contact Instructor:
Eric Rader: ewrader@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus
 

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Course Description:
Introduces elementary concepts and principles related to the scientific study of behavior and the mental processes of cognition and affective states. Variables examined include the history of psychology, the scientific method, theory, biological foundations, psychological processes related to cognition and affective states, developmental changes over time, and applications related to healthy and unhealthy personalities.

Contact Instructor:
Tom Morgan: tbmorgan@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

James Linder: jflinder@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

Alison Buchanan: albuchanan@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

Pat Lanzon: planzon@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

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Prerequisite: PSY 131

Course Description:
The class provides information on the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development of the child and adolescent.  This includes a variety of theories, recent research, and practical application.  The course consists of a 20-hour field experience (service learning) at a child-care facility to be determined by the student's academic goals.

Contact Instructor:
Margaret Thornburg: mthorn@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

 

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Prerequisite: PSY 131

Course Description:
The study of change in behavior and mental processes as a function of aging throughout the lifespan.  The course begins with prenatal concerns and progresses through the years of infancy, childhood, adolescence, adulthood and aging.  Course content includes theory and research associated with biological, cognitive, , affective and social development.

Contact Instructor:
Margaret Thornburg: mthorn@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus
Alison Buchanan: albuchanan@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter
        

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Prerequisite: PSY 131

Course Description:
This course explores the psychological dimensions of health and the prevention and management of illness. The interaction between biological, social, and psychological factors in health and medical problems is emphasized. Topics include the history and research methods of health psychology, biological foundations of health and illness, stress, prevention and positive psychology, nutrition and eating disorders, substance abuse, disease and pain, complementary and alternative medicine, and the role of health psychology in healthcare settings.

Contact Instructor:
Alison Buchanan: albuchanan@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter
        

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Prerequisite: PSY 131

Course Description:
This course is intended for students seeking a degree in secondary education and/or psychology. Adolescent Psychology will expose the student to the major areas of adolescent behavior and development.  Some of the areas will include but not be limited to:  the theoretical construct of adolescent, the physical and cognitive development of the adolescent, the social structure surrounding the adolescent, the transitions from upper elementary to middle school and then to high school, the personality development of the adolescent, the psychosexual development of the adolescent, as well as the psychological issues facing the adolescent.

Contact Instructor:
Najim Ahmed: nuahmed@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

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Suggested Prerequisite: A previous college-level science course is recommended.

Course Description:
Explores the development of modern Western science from its origins in the ancient world to the present day.  Students will develop an understanding of major scientific theories through the study of selected original writings in translation as well as modern commentaries.

Contact Instructor:
Charlie Jacobs: cjacobs@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
Introduces the sociological approach to understanding human behavior. Students investigate how a society’s culture and social organization shape actions and influence everyday life. Connections between the individual and society are explored in relation to all aspects of social life, including family, work, social inequality, religion, politics, and the economy. This course provides the basis for further study in sociology and social work.

Contact Instructor:
Brian Smith: bsmith@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter
Meena Sharma: msharma1@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter
Kalvin Harvell: kharvell@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
Makes the student more aware of the personal decisions one makes in life and of the cultural influences affecting decisions relating to family situations. Areas of discussion include definitions of marriage and the family, married partners as individuals, becoming partners, experiencing family commitment, changing commitments, and cross-cultural comparisons.

Contact Instructor:
Porsche VanBrocklin-Fischer: porsche@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

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Prerequisite: PSY 131

Course Description:
This course introduces the sociological approach to understanding deviant behavior. 

A wide range of perspectives and theoretical formulations will be used to explain the onset, persistence and desistence of deviance.  How one becomes deviant, the social construction of deviant behavior, the impact of societal responses to deviance and processes used to control deviant behavior will be explored. Both formal and informal responses to deviant behaviors will be discussed including criminalization and stigmatization, and their cross-cultural variation. Particular forms of deviance including homicide, domestic violence, mental illness, alcohol and drug abuse, sexual deviance, property and white collar/organized crimes will discussed.

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Meena Sharma: msharma1@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

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Course Description:
A survey course investigating the various electronic communication media, as well as the print media, from historical, economic, and social viewpoints.

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Richard Piet: rmpiet@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus
Susan McGraw: scmcgraw@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter
           

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Course Description:
Explores the religious impulse as reflected in non-traditional as well as traditional contexts. Topics include the nature of religious experience, the Divine, the Self, and the dilemmas of freedom and mortality. Contemporary issues reflecting ethical concerns, including  liberation movements, the ecological crisis, and peace and justice issues, are examined. Readings are cross-disciplinary, drawing from both the humanities and  behavioral sciences.

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Tracy Marshall: tdmarshall@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
Introduces the beliefs, practices, and experiences of the major world religious traditions. In addition to examining the particulars of each faith, this course emphasizes current perspectives in religious studies that serve to clarify the nature and functions of religion as a force shaping the increasingly pluralistic modern world.

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Tracy Marshall: tdmarshall@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus

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Course Description:
Students will explore the differences and commonalities among Judaism, Christianity and Islam. This class will help to sensitize students to the diverse ways that Western religious traditions pursue the basic questions of ultimate reality. The course will define religion, explore its function and purpose, and identify the origins of Western religious motifs still very much in evidence in the twentieth century.

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Margurite Anderson: manderson@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

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Course Description:
This course will introduce the religion of Judaism from its inception to its modern practice in the United States. This effort will necessarily include elements of ancient history in the Near East, a probing examination of the Christian Old Testament, writings from historically significant rabbis (especially our textbook’s author), and a modest inquiry into modern history.

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James Nauenburg: jwnauenburg@henryford.ucompass.com - Course Syllabus - Welcome Letter

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