The following is a complete listing of courses offered at MCC. You can also visit our
page for a list of course requirements necessary to complete your degree.
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| AAD - Applied Art and Design |
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| ACC - Accounting |
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| ACD - Alcohol/Chemical Dependency |
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| AGS - Agricultural Studies |
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| ANT - Anthropology |
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| ARA - Arabic/Foreign Language |
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| ART - Art |
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| ASL - American Sign Language/Foreign Language |
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| ATP - Automotive Technology |
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| BIO - Biology |
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| BUS - Business |
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| CDL - Interdisciplinary |
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| CE - Disney College Program Internship |
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| CEL - Leadership |
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| CHE - Chemistry |
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| CHI - Chinese/Foreign Language |
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| CIN - Cinema Studies |
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| CIT - Civil and Construction Technology |
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| CLT - Clinical Laboratory Technician |
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| COM - Communication |
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| COS - College Success |
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| CPT - Computer Technology |
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| CRC - Computer Related Curricula |
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| CRJ - Criminal Justice |
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| CSC - Computer Science |
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| DAS - Dental Assisting |
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| DEN - Dental Hygiene |
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| EBL - Experience Based Learning |
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| ECE - Education and Early Care |
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| ECO - Economics |
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| EDU - Education |
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| ELT - Electrical Engineering Technology/Electronics |
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| EMS - Emergency Medical Services |
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| EMS 101 - EMS First Responder
3 Credits
This course is for non-ambulance professional rescuers who are first to arrive at an emergency medical scene to provide pre hospital care. The Certified First Responder uses a limited amount of equipment to perform initial assessment and intervention and is trained to assist and work side by side with other EMS providers. Topics covered are patient assessment, CPR review, airway, shock, wound management, full body immobilization, and initial treatment for other medical emergencies. Students successfully completing this course are eligible for New York State Department of Health Certified First Responder certification.
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| EMS 109 - EMS First Responder Recertification
1 Credit
This course is for students who wish to update their knowledge and skills learned in EMS 101. In addition to assessment and treatment updates, the students will prepare for recertification as a New York State Certified First Responder by visiting topics of patient assessment, airway management, circulatory emergencies, trauma, and selected medical emergencies.
Prerequisite and/or corequisite: EMS 101 or equivalent.
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| EMS 110 - Emergency Medical Technician
6 Credits
This course is designed for students to become an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). The primary focus of the EMT is to provide basic emergency medical care, skills, and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. EMTs function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. EMTs perform interventions with the basic equipment typically found on an ambulance. The EMT is a link from the scene to the emergency health care system. This course integrates knowledge of the EMS systems, safety/well being of the EMT, and medical, legal, and ethical issues, which is intended to improve the health of EMS personnel, patients, and the community. Successful completion of this course leads to eligibility to take New York State EMT Certification Exams.
New SUNY General Education: SUNY - Critical Thinking and Reasoning Competency MCC General Education: MCC-HW - Health and Wellness (MHW), MCC-VE - Values and Ethics (MVE)
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| EMS 112 - Applied Emergency Medical Services
7 Credits
This course will prepare competent entry-level Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains in a supervised lab and clinical setting. Through hands-on, simulation and clinical experience, this course will prepare students beyond an entry-level EMT course to function as EMS clinicians in the prehospital environment, where EMTs function as health professionals whose primary focus is to respond to, assess and triage emergent, urgent and non-urgent requests for medical care, and to apply basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and medical transportation to/ from an emergency or health care facility.
Co-requisite(s): EMS 110
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| EMS 118 - EMT-Basic Core Review
3 Credits
This course is designed for New York State Certified EMTs to meet their recertification needs in reviewing the core material of the EMT Basic Curriculum. Material is presented in areas of Airway, Patient Assessment, Medical Emergencies, Behavioral Problems, Trauma, Obstetrics, Pediatrics, and Contemporary Issues in EMS. This course meets New York State requirements for 45 hours of core review described in the NYS Department of Health EMS Recertification through Continuing Education. This course will also cover the "Mandatory Optional Topics" of Weapons of Mass Destruction and Geriatrics.
Prerequisite: EMS 110 or EMS 119
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| EMS 119 - Emergency Medical Technician Recertification
3 Credits
This course is for individuals who are certified as emergency medical technicians and need recertification for previously learned material while gaining new knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to be a competent, productive, and valuable member of the emergency medical services team. The course presents students with both a review and update of the topics covered in the Emergency Medical Technician course (EMS 110). This course consists of an optional written and practical skills challenge exam at the start of the class, which will help evaluate the current skill and knowledge of the refreshing EMT student and provide an opportunity for customization of the course to meet each EMT student's needs.
Prerequisite: EMS 110 or equivalent.
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| EMS 171 - Critical Trauma Care
1 Credit
This course contains practical and lecture material showing state-of-the-art assessment and treatment techniques for multiple system trauma victims. The course exposes the EMT to patient priority assessment and management concepts that are needed for successful outcomes for victims of life threatening trauma. Topics include rapid extrication, kinetics of trauma, expanded primary survey, the Golden Hour, and trauma centers. Must be an EMT.
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| EMS 201 - Introduction to Paramedicine
9 Credits
The Paramedic is an allied health professional whose primary focus is to provide advanced emergency medical care for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the complex knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. This class is the first in a series intended to prepare competent entry-level Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains. The course will cover anatomy/physiology, advanced airway management, and pharmacology/medication administration. In addition, the course includes a comprehensive presentation of cardiac and respiratory management.
Prerequisite: EMT Certification for one full year, per NYS Dept. of Health requirements; Corequisite: EMS 251
New SUNY General Education: SUNY - Critical Thinking and Reasoning Competency MCC General Education: MCC-HW - Health and Wellness (MHW), MCC-VE - Values and Ethics (MVE)
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| EMS 202 - Paramedicine II
8.5 Credits
This class is the second in a series intended to prepare competent entry-level Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains. This course covers care of patients experiencing a broad array of medical emergencies of various origins. These include neurologic, endocrine, infectious, abdominal, gynecologic, psychiatric, and toxicologic etiologies.
Pre-requisites: EMS 201 and EMS 251; co-requisite: EMS 252
MCC General Education: MCC-TL - Technological Literacy (MTL)
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| EMS 203 - Advanced Trauma Issues in Paramedicine
8 Credits
This class is the third in a series intended to prepare competent entry level Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains. In this course we address the unique emergency care needs of specialized populations such as children, geriatric patients, and patients with physical and mental challenges. We finish with an introduction to concepts of trauma management which are carried forward in the next course.
Pre-requisites: EMS 202 and EMS 252; co-requisite: EMS 253
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| EMS 204 - Operational Delivery of Paramedic Care
6 Credits
This class is the final in a four course series intended to prepare competent, entry-level Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains. In this course we continue with trauma and injury management concepts first introduced in EMS 203, and cover emergency medical operations topics including multiple patient incidents, terrorist attacks, and specialized environments such as air medical transport. This course concludes with the New York State Department of Health EMT-Paramedic certifying examination for those students who have completed all associated requirements.
Pre-requisites: EMS 203 and EMS 253; Co-requisite: EMS 254
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| EMS 236 - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
1 Credit
This course prepares students for certification by the American Heart Association in Advanced Cardiac Life Support. It provides a systematic approach to the management of life threatening cardiac and respiratory emergencies. Must be a physician, physician's assistant, registered nurse, advanced level prehospital care provider, or student of these disciplines.
Prerequisite: Must be a physician, physician’s assistant, registered nurse, advanced level pre-hospital care provider, or student of these disciplines
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| EMS 239 - Paramedic Clinical and Field Experience I
5 Credits
This course provides the paramedic student with an opportunity to apply previously learned knowledge and skills in a supervised clinical setting. Rotations in this course include the emergency department, specialty hospital units, and prehospital experience. Students must demonstrate competence in certain skills during the course. Must be currently enrolled in the paramedic certification program.
Prerequisite: EMS 270 previously completed or taken concurrently
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| EMS 240 - Paramedic Clinical and Field Experience II
7 Credits
This course provides the paramedic student with an opportunity to apply previously learned knowledge and skills in a supervised clinical setting. Rotations in this course include the emergency department, medical and surgical intensive care, pediatrics and pediatric intensive care, labor and delivery, psychiatric, and prehospital experience. Student must demonstrate competence in certain skills during the course. Must be currently enrolled in the paramedic certification program.
Prerequisite: EMS 239
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| EMS 246 - Pediatric Advanced Care
1 Credit
This course presents concepts in advanced airway management and resuscitation of pediatric patients in the emergency setting. Specific topics include special pharmacology for pediatric patients, interosseous infusion, and cardiac resuscitation of pediatric patients. Completion also leads to eligibility for PALS certificate from the American Heart Association. This course contains content that is woven into the full program and is not just a standalone topic.
Prerequisite: EMS 270 or equivalent.
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| EMS 249 - Paramedic Review and Recertification
4 Credits
The Refresher program is a review of the original program in a condensed number of hours. The intent of this program is to maintain a student's competence in knowledge and skill performance. The program embraces the same concept, but also encourages the inclusion of new and expanded information. New techniques and knowledge will be presented where appropriate. This course is not designed to be continuing education for participants. Must be certified as a paramedic.
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| EMS 250 - 12-Lead EKG Interpretation in the Emergency Setting
1 Credit
Designed for the advanced pre-hospital EMS provider and other health professionals involved in treating cardiac patients in the emergency setting. Upon completion, students will be able to read and classify 12-lead EKGs. Topics include cardiac anatomy review, electrical physiology, axis determination, bundle branch and hemiblocks, 12-lead abnormalities, correlation between EKG changes and location of cardiac damage, and unique cardiac phenomenon. This course focuses strongly in Office and Emergency Settings to make triage and treatment decisions.
Prerequisites: EMS 236 and PST 252.
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| EMS 251 - Paramedic Clinical and Field Experience I
1 Credit
This course will prepare competent entry-level Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains in a supervised clinical setting. Rotations in this course include the emergency department, specialty hospital units, and prehospital shifts. Under the supervision of the clinical coordinator and preceptors, students must demonstrate patient care competence and proficiency of skills.
Accomplishing each competency will be demonstrated with a required minimum number of patient/skill contacts for each required patient and conditions listed in the curriculum. Competencies are updated according to the NHTSA and National EMS Education Standards.
Co-requisite: EMS 201
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| EMS 252 - Paramedic Clinical and Field Experience II
3 Credits
This course is the second in a series intended to prepare competent entry-level Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains in a supervised clinical setting. Rotations in this course include the emergency department, specialty hospital units, and prehospital shifts. Under the supervision of the clinical coordinator and preceptors, students must demonstrate patient care competence and proficiency of skills.
Accomplishment of each competency will be demonstrated with a required minimum number of patient/skill contacts for each required patient and conditions listed in the curriculum. Competencies are updated according to the NHTSA and National EMS Education Standards.
Prerequisite: EMS 201 and EMS 251; Co-requisite: EMS 202
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| EMS 253 - Paramedic Clinical and Field Experience III
4 Credits
This class is the third in a series intended to prepare competent entry-level Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains in a supervised clinical setting. Rotations in this course include the emergency care needs of specialized populations such as children, geriatric patients, and patients with physical and mental challenges. Under the supervision of the clinical coordinator and preceptors, students must demonstrate patient care competence and proficiency of skills.
Prerequisites: EMS 202 and EMS 252; Co-requisite: EMS 203
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| EMS 254 - Paramedic Clinical and Field Experience IV
4 Credits
This class is the final in a four course series intended to prepare competent entry-level Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains in a supervised clinical setting. Students will complete rotations of designated hospital specialty unit clinical participation. Students will focus on understanding the role of the specialty unit, performing authorized procedures, and observing the treatment of patients.
Students will be expected to complete all required minimum competencies and skills for both hospital and EMS field portions of the class. Students during this phase are expected to take the team leader approach and be able to care for patients without prompting from preceptor.
Accomplishment of each competency will be demonstrated with a required minimum number of patient/skill contacts for each required patient and conditions listed in the curriculum. Competencies are updated according to the NHTSA and National EMS Education Standards.
Prerequisite: EMS 203 and EMS 253; Co-requisite: EMS 204
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| EMS 270 - Introduction to Paramedicine
12 Credits
This course is designed to prepare a person to care for the sick and injured at an advanced level of care. Persons must be currently certified as a Basic EMT to be accepted in this course. This course covers topics that include basic anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, respiratory emergencies, venous access and medication administration, airway management, medical documentation, cardiac emergencies, pediatric emergencies, caring for the elderly, and medical emergencies. This course integrates comprehensive knowledge of EMS systems, safety/well being of the paramedic, and medical, legal, ethical issues, which is intended to improve the health of EMS personnel, patients, and the community. This course is part of the first phase of a sequence that qualifies candidates to take the certification exam for Paramedic.
Prerequisite: EMS 110.
MCC General Education: MCC-HW - Health and Wellness (MHW), MCC-VE - Values and Ethics (MVE)
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| EMS 271 - Medical Care in Paramedicine
8 Credits
This course builds on the medical concepts learned in Introduction to Paramedicine. Topics include advanced patient assessment techniques, surgical airway procedures, cardiac care including external pacing and cardioversion, 12-lead EKG interpretation, and advanced medical care. Additional emphasis is placed on the EMT-P working as a team member, and identifying the limitations of paramedicine in the emergency medical setting.
Prerequisite: EMS 270, and permission from the Emergency Services Department.
MCC General Education: MCC-TL - Technological Literacy (MTL)
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| EMS 272 - Advanced Trauma Issues in Paramedicine
7 Credits
This course presents material on the advanced concepts in trauma care needed for delivery of emergency medical care at the EMT-P level of practice. Current issues and techniques are covered. Specific topics include surgical airway techniques, chest decompression, advanced treatment for hypoperfusion, and special immobilization techniques. Work is also accomplished in the use of the United Incident Management System, and working with rescue personnel in delivery of care to patients who are entrapped.
Prerequisite: EMS 270, and permission from the Emergency Services Department.
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| ENG - English Literature |
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| ENG - English Writing |
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| ENR - Engineering Science |
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| ESL - English For Speakers Of Other Languages (ESOL) |
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| FPT - Fire Protection Technology |
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| FRE - French/Foreign Language |
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| FSA - Food Service Administration |
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| GEG - Geography |
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| GEO - Geology |
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| GER - German/Foreign Language |
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| GLF - Golf Management |
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| HBR - Hebrew/Foreign Language |
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| HED - Health Education |
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| HEG - Health Education Global |
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| HIM - Health Information Technology |
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| HIS - History |
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| HMN - Humanities |
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| HON - Honors Studies |
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| HSM - Homeland Security Administration |
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| HSP - Hospitality |
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| HUM - Human Services |
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| HVA - Heating, Ventilating & Air Conditioning |
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| IDE - Interior Design |
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| ITA - Italian/Foreign Language |
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| JPN - Japanese/Foreign Language |
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| LAS - Liberal Arts |
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| LAW - Law |
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| LDS - Leadership |
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| MAR - Marketing |
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| MET - Mechanical Technology |
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| MIS - Computer Information Systems |
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| MIS - Management Information Systems |
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| MMP - Automotive Technology |
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| MTH - Mathematics |
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| MUS - Music |
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| NUR - Nursing |
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| OFT - Office Technology |
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| OPT - Optical Systems Technology |
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| PE - Physical Education--Coed |
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| PEC - Physical Education--Coed |
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| PEJ - Physical Education-Criminal Justice |
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| PEM - Physical Education--Men |
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| PEW - Physical Education-Women |
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| PHL - Philosophy |
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| PHO - Photography |
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| PHY - Physics |
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| PLE - Police: Law Enforcement |
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| PLS - Paralegal Studies |
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| POS - Political Science |
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| PPE - Physical Studies/Physical Education |
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| PSC - Public Safety Communications |
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| PST - Public Safety Training |
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| PSY - Psychology |
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| Public Speaking |
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| REA - Reading |
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| SCI - Science |
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| SCR - Computer Security |
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| SGT - Surgical Technology |
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| SKT - Tooling and Machining |
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| SMT - Sports Management |
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| SOC - Sociology |
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| SPA - Spanish/Foreign Language |
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| SPC - Speech Communication |
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| STT - Solar Thermal Technology |
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| SUS - Sustainability Studies |
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| SVL - Service Learning |
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| TAM - Tooling and Machining |
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| TEK - Technology |
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| THE - Theatre |
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| TOY - Toyota |
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| TRS - Transitional Studies |
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| TVL - Travel And Tourism |
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| XRT - Radiologic Technology |
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