Summer Courses
Take a look at our Summer 2023 courses.
You can sort by any of the columns by clicking on the title and see the course description/prerequisites by clicking the (+) symbol next to the course code. For more information on courses and registration, contact the NMCC registration office at 207-768-2787. Unless otherwise noted, all classes are offered on the Presque Isle Campus.
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| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours | Days | Time | Start/End Date | Instructor | Room(s) | Delivery Method | Comment | Textbook(s) | Course Description |
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| ALH 124 20 | Health Safety Compliance Healthcare | 1.00 | - | 05/22/23 - 08/18/23 | LeBlanc, Taylor | : | Online | Online Course | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | In the past several years, regulatory agencies have significantly increased the life and environmental safety requirements for health care agencies. Emphasis on the increases in healthcare provider injuries, the spread of communicable diseases, and the protection of patient health information have resulted in the need for extensive orientation programs for staff and students employed or completing clinical experiences in these settings. This course is designed to meet these regulatory requirements. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None | |
| BIO 201 20 | Anatomy Phy I w/Lab | 4.00 | - | 05/22/23 - 08/18/23 | Soucy, Trena | : | Online | Online Course | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | Designed for first year students preparing for a career in the medical field. Topics include: introduction, structure levels and anatomical positions and cavities. This will be followed in a topical manner by the skeletal, muscular and nervous systems. The intent of this approach is to allow the student to develop a concise understanding of how each system of the body functions and interacts. The concepts covered in the lecture course are explored in greater detail in lab. Models, prepared slides and preserved specimens will all be used to supply the student with a detailed view of the anatomy of the body. Those who have not successfully completed a high school or college lab-based chemistry and biology course are recommended to take BIO 114 prior to this course. An introductory knowledge of both chemistry and biology is essential for course success. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None | |
| BIO 211 21 | Anatomy Phy II w/Lab | 4.00 | - | 05/22/23 - 08/18/23 | Soucy, Trena | : | Online | Online Course-PN Students Only | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | Continuation of BIO201. Topics include: Sensory, Circulatory, Urinary, Lymphatic, Digestive, Endocrine, Reproduction Systems and Fluids, Electrolytes and Acid-Base Control, as well as Nutrition and Metabolism. The intent of this approach is to allow the student to develop a concise understanding of how each system of the body functions and interacts. The concepts covered in the lecture course are explored in greater detail in lab. Models, prepared slides and preserved specimens will all be used to supply the student with a detailed view of the anatomy of the body. Prerequisite(s): BIO201 Corequisite(s): None | |
| BIO 218 26 | Microbiology Lec/Lab | 4.00 | Wed | 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM - | 05/24/23 - 08/18/23 05/24/23 - 08/18/23 | Soucy, Trena | CHR215: Wed HYBHYBRD: | Hybrid | Hybrid Course | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | A basic introduction to the science of microbiology. Students develop a broad understanding of theoretical and laboratory aspects of the science. Topics include general characteristics of bacteria, viruses, protozoa and fungi; disease transmission; immunology; epidemiology; and microbial control. Students will have the opportunity to practice techniques for specimen collection, culturing, staining and microscope observation of representative species. Prerequisite(s): BIO 201 or BIO 211 Corequisite(s): None |
| BUS 117 20 | Business Law I | 3.00 | - | 05/22/23 - 08/18/23 | Jackson, Karl | : | Online | Online Course | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | Provides a background in the sources of American law and the global legal environment. Provides a basic knowledge of courts and procedures, ethics, torts and crimes, contracts, property and its protection, and debtor-creditor relationship. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None | |
| CIS 113 20 | Intro To Computer Applications | 3.00 | - | 05/22/23 - 08/18/23 | Wyman, David | : | Online | Online Course | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | Provides an overview of microcomputer applications, including a brief introduction to computer concepts, microcomputer operating systems, and hands-on experience with a business software suite consisting of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation graphics. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None | |
| COM 111 20 | Speech | 3.00 | - | 05/22/23 - 07/14/23 | Bartlett, Jessica | : | Online | Online Course | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | This is an oral communication course that offers experience in selection and organization of speech content, audience analysis and delivery. Classroom experience emphasizes preparation and delivery of informative, persuasive, short speeches plus other types of oral presentations. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None | |
| COM 221 20 | Technical Communications | 3.00 | - | 05/22/23 - 07/14/23 | Bartlett, Jessica | : | Online | Online Course | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | Technical communications was designed to strengthen students` oral and written communication skills by focusing on elements of technical writing and business correspondence. Emphasis is given to utilizing visual aids effectively, writing several types of job-related reports, and giving oral presentations. . Prerequisite(s): ENG 111 Corequisite(s): None | |
| EMS 116 26 | Emergency Medical Technician-Basic | 6.00 | Tue Mon Sat | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | 06/06/23 - 08/18/23 06/05/23 - 08/18/23 06/10/23 - 08/18/23 | Gagnon, Andrew | CHR123B: Tue ONLONLIN: Mon CHR123F: Sat | Hybrid | Lab-NMCC Campus | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | This course is designed to give students, through lecture, practical lab, and clinical experience, the entry-level knowledge and skills necessary to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation for patients who access the emergency medical system. Upon successful course completion, students are eligible to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification examinations, at the EMT level. Students will perform interventions necessary to provide patient care and transportation including patient assessment, airway management, oxygen administration, CPR, spinal motion restriction, shock management, bandaging, splinting, and medication administration. Knowledge and skills obtained at the EMT level provide the foundation for advancement to Advanced EMT and Paramedic. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None |
| EMS 116 27 | Emergency Medical Technician-Basic | 6.00 | Wed Mon Sat | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | 06/07/23 - 08/18/23 06/05/23 - 08/18/23 06/10/23 - 08/18/23 | Gagnon, Andrew | PFDPFDC1: Wed ONLONLIN: Mon CHR123F: Sat | Hybrid | Lab-Patten | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | This course is designed to give students, through lecture, practical lab, and clinical experience, the entry-level knowledge and skills necessary to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation for patients who access the emergency medical system. Upon successful course completion, students are eligible to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification examinations, at the EMT level. Students will perform interventions necessary to provide patient care and transportation including patient assessment, airway management, oxygen administration, CPR, spinal motion restriction, shock management, bandaging, splinting, and medication administration. Knowledge and skills obtained at the EMT level provide the foundation for advancement to Advanced EMT and Paramedic. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None |
| EMS 213 26 | Adv Emergency Cardiovascular Care | 4.00 | Wed, Fri | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM - | 05/24/23 - 08/18/23 05/24/23 - 08/18/23 | Beil, Matthew | CHR123A: Wed, Fri HYBHYBRD: | Hybrid | Hybrid Course | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | A comprehensive study of cardiac and vascular disorders. Topics include pathophysiology, advanced cardiac assessment, detection and treatment of cardiac rhythm disturbances, 12 lead ECG analysis, and treatment of cardiovascular disorders. Lecture and lab sessions include cardiac arrest management, and clinical decision making. Students successfully completing this course will receive a certificate in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). There is an additional cost for this certification. Prerequisite(s): EMS 130 or matriculation into the Paramedic Certificate Program Corequisite(s): None |
| EMS 214 26 | Advanced Emergency Pharmacology | 3.00 | Tue | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - | 05/23/23 - 08/18/23 05/23/23 - 08/18/23 | Beil, Matthew | CHR123A: Tue HYBHYBRD: | Hybrid | Hybrid Course | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | This course provides students with knowledge about the principles of pharmacology. It includes pharmacologic classifications, mechanisms of drug actions, pharmacokinetics, key adverse effects and drug interactions. An overview of the bodily effects of drugs as well as review of major drug categories. This course provides students with knowledge, responsibilities, and accountability in the administration of medications across the lifespan. This course also covers dosage calculations necessary for safe preparation and administration of medications. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): Matriculation into the Paramedic Certificate Program or associate degree program. |
| ENG 111 20 | English Composition | 3.00 | - | 05/22/23 - 07/14/23 | Carlson, Robert | : | Online | Online Course | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | ||
| ENG 111 21 | English Composition | 3.00 | - | 06/26/23 - 08/18/23 | Carlson, Robert | : | Online | Online Course | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | ||
| ENG 226 20 | Introduction to Literature | 3.00 | - | 05/22/23 - 08/18/23 | Graham, Jennifer | : | Online | Online Course | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | An introduction to the study of literature designed to help students develop the ability to read, interpret and criticize a variety of literary forms and to appreciate literature as a source of insight into human values. Prerequisite(s): ENG111 Corequisite(s): None | |
| HIT 112 20 | Med Law, Reimburse/Delivery Systems | 3.00 | - | 05/22/23 - 09/14/23 | Harvey, Rhonda | : | Online | Online Course | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | This course emphasizes three areas of health information; (1) the uses of coded data and health information in reimbursement and payment systems appropriate to healthcare settings and managed care; (2) basic health data structure, content, and standards; healthcare delivery systems and information technology systems; and (3) relevant legal compliance and ethical issues faced by clinical coders in the workplace setting. Special emphasis is placed on HIPAA compliance issues and ensuring that coders have the critical thinking skills to appropriately meet ethical and privacy issues in their workplace. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): HIT114 and HIT116 | |
| HIT 214 20 | ICD-10-CM/PCS Coding Part II | 3.00 | - | 05/22/23 - 09/14/23 | Harvey, Rhonda | : | Online | Online Course | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | Integrates and builds on knowledge and skills gained in HIT114, enhancing the skill level by coding complex clinical case studies. Reimbursement topics include coding compliance, case mix analysis, severity of illness systems, coding quality monitors, coding auditing strategies, and official coding guidelines. Emphasis is placed on accurate code selection and correct sequencing of principle and secondary diagnosis as well as ICD-10-PCS procedure coding for medical documentation and reimbursement. Student learning is reinforced on diagnostic and procedure based prospective payment systems including MS-DRGs, APR-DRGs. Also reinforced are diagnostic coding systems including ICD-O, and DSM-5, Systemized Nomenclature of Medicine (SNOMED) and its role as a basis for the electronic health record. Prerequisite(s): HIT114 and HIT116 Corequisite(s): HIT115 and HIT216 | |
| HIT 216 20 | CPT Coding Part II | 3.00 | - | 05/22/23 - 09/14/23 | Harvey, Rhonda | : | Online | Online Course | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | Integrates and builds on knowledge and skills gained in HIT116, enhancing the skill level by coding complex clinical case studies in the outpatient setting utilizing complex CPT code assignments. Special emphasis is placed on outpatient reimbursement issues including RUGs, PACs, RBRVs, and E M coding. Concepts covered in the course will be reinforced in greater detail in the coding lab. Prerequisite(s): HIT114 and HIT116 Corequisite(s): HIT115 and HIT214 | |
| HIT 219 20 | Medical Coding Internship (PPE) | 2.00 | - | 05/22/23 - 07/14/23 | Harvey, Rhonda | : | Online | Online Course-MDC Cohort#1 | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | This course is a supervised work experience that provides students with exposure to coding practices in a hospital, physician`s office, clinic or other healthcare setting with directed projects common to the typical coding tasks of a clinical coding specialist. Students are introduced to the health information process and coding procedures through observation, study and work. This experience will be hands on experience coding authentic patient records, whether through a field-based or virtual professional practice experience. Students must be available to complete a 60-hour internship during the semester to include actual coding time, recorded presentations and other resources made available to the student. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None | |
| HIT 219 21 | Medical Coding Internship (PPE) | 2.00 | - | 06/26/23 - 09/14/23 | Harvey, Rhonda | : | Online | Online Course-MDC Cohort#2 | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | This course is a supervised work experience that provides students with exposure to coding practices in a hospital, physician`s office, clinic or other healthcare setting with directed projects common to the typical coding tasks of a clinical coding specialist. Students are introduced to the health information process and coding procedures through observation, study and work. This experience will be hands on experience coding authentic patient records, whether through a field-based or virtual professional practice experience. Students must be available to complete a 60-hour internship during the semester to include actual coding time, recorded presentations and other resources made available to the student. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None | |
| MAT 011 26 | Foundational Math | 3.00 | Wed | 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM - | 05/24/23 - 08/18/23 05/24/23 - 08/18/23 | Drost, Ryan | ONLONLIN: Wed HYBHYBRD: | Hybrid | Zoom Lecture-Hybrid Course | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | This course prepares the student for upper-level math courses. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None *Credit from this course is not applicable toward graduation. |
| MAT 116 20 | Quantitative Reasoning | 3.00 | - | 05/22/23 - 08/18/23 | Drost, Ryan | : | Online | Online Course-MDC Only | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | This survey mathematics class includes use of basic quantitative skills with fractions, decimals, and percent; fundamentals of algebra; and the exploration of the mathematical concepts of unit analysis, personal finance and basic statistics. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None | |
| MAT 116 21 | Quantitative Reasoning | 3.00 | - | 05/22/23 - 08/18/23 | Drost, Ryan | : | Online | Online Course | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | This survey mathematics class includes use of basic quantitative skills with fractions, decimals, and percent; fundamentals of algebra; and the exploration of the mathematical concepts of unit analysis, personal finance and basic statistics. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None | |
| MAT 116 22 | Quantitative Reasoning | 3.00 | - | 05/22/23 - 08/18/23 | Drost, Ryan | : | Online | Online Course | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | This survey mathematics class includes use of basic quantitative skills with fractions, decimals, and percent; fundamentals of algebra; and the exploration of the mathematical concepts of unit analysis, personal finance and basic statistics. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None | |
| MAT 121 20 | Technical Mathematics | 4.00 | - | 05/22/23 - 08/18/23 | Ward, Shari | : | Online | Online Course | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | ||
| MDA 223 01 | Medical Assisting Externship | 5.00 | Fri | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM | 05/26/23 - 08/18/23 | LeBlanc, Taylor | CHR203: Fri | Classroom | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | This is a 5 credit course that requires students to complete 165 unpaid hours of clinical externship within an ambulatory care setting. During the 165 unpaid hours, students will perform the administrative and clinical competencies that they have learned in the classroom and laboratory while under professional supervision. Upon completion of this course students should be able to function as an entry level medical assistant. Prerequisite(s): ALH220, BIO114 and MDA213 Corequisite(s): None | |
| NUR 105 20 | Pharmacology PN | 3.00 | - | 05/22/23 - 07/14/23 | Folsom, Allison | : | Online | Online Course-PN Students Only | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | This course will provide Practical Nurse students with knowlege of the basic principles of pharmacology. This will cover mechanisms of safe clienct administration following client rights, routes and regulations. Math concepts necessary for dosage calculations will be taught. Additional items will include medication classifications; mechanisms of drug actions; key adverse effects; drug interactions and client safety. Substance abuse and drug diversion will be addressed. Students will learn and practice the skills needed to document and safely administer oral, intradermal, intramuscular, subcutaneous, intravenous and other non-oral routes for administration of medications. Prerequisite(s): NUR101, NUR104 Co-requisite(s): NUR105, NUR107 | |
| NUR 107 01 | PN Across the Lifespan | 8.00 | Thu, Fri | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM | 05/25/23 - 09/14/23 | Folsom, Allison | CHR203: Thu, Fri | Classroom | PN Students Only | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | Students will continue to examine the role of the Practical Nurse in the care of stable individuals and groups of clients with common, well-defined health problems from prenatal through death. Included is an introduction to the biopsychosocial concepts of the childbearing and childrearing family. Medical and surgicall concepts across the lifespan will be introduced while examining the Practical Nurse role as part of the health-care team. Fundamental concepts will be reinforced and used to build upon concepts related to growth and development; nutrition and diet therapy; maintenance of physical and mental health; and the prevention of illness for diverse individuals and groups across the lifespan. The Practical Nurse role within the nursing process will be used to provide safe and effective care while meeting holistic needs of clients. Prerequiste(s): NUR101 and NUR104 Corequisite(s): BIO211, NUR105 and NUR108, |
| NUR 107 60 | PN Across the Lifespan | 8.00 | Thu, Fri | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM | 05/25/23 - 09/14/23 | Folsom, Allison | HHECHHCR1: Thu, Fri | Classroom | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | Students will continue to examine the role of the Practical Nurse in the care of stable individuals and groups of clients with common, well-defined health problems from prenatal through death. Included is an introduction to the biopsychosocial concepts of the childbearing and childrearing family. Medical and surgicall concepts across the lifespan will be introduced while examining the Practical Nurse role as part of the health-care team. Fundamental concepts will be reinforced and used to build upon concepts related to growth and development; nutrition and diet therapy; maintenance of physical and mental health; and the prevention of illness for diverse individuals and groups across the lifespan. The Practical Nurse role within the nursing process will be used to provide safe and effective care while meeting holistic needs of clients. Prerequiste(s): NUR101 and NUR104 Corequisite(s): BIO211, NUR105 and NUR108, | |
| NUR 109 01 | Clinical Practicum II Special Pop | 3.00 | Mon, Tue | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM | 05/22/23 - 08/18/23 | Folsom, Allison | CHR200B: Mon, Tue | Classroom | PN Students Only | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | This clinical and lab course for the Practical Nurse student allows for advanced skills practice and training for the student to provide safe and effective care for diverse clients acros the lifespan. Clinical learning experiences occur in structured health care settings and are correlated with classroom instruction. Students are expected to meet the clinical guidelines and policies for the Practical Nurse program and the off-campus clinical site(s) as required by the respective facility. Prerequisite(s): NUR101 and NUR106 Corequisite(s): NUR105 and NUR107 |
| NUR 109 60 | Clinical Practicum II Special Pop | 3.00 | Mon, Tue | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM | 05/22/23 - 08/18/23 | Folsom, Allison | HRHHRCR1: Mon, Tue | Classroom | PN Students Only | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | This clinical and lab course for the Practical Nurse student allows for advanced skills practice and training for the student to provide safe and effective care for diverse clients acros the lifespan. Clinical learning experiences occur in structured health care settings and are correlated with classroom instruction. Students are expected to meet the clinical guidelines and policies for the Practical Nurse program and the off-campus clinical site(s) as required by the respective facility. Prerequisite(s): NUR101 and NUR106 Corequisite(s): NUR105 and NUR107 |
| NUR 225 01 | Nursing Across Lifespan II | 5.00 | Tue, Wed Tue | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | 05/23/23 - 08/18/23 05/23/23 - 08/18/23 | Taggett, Tara | CHR202: Tue, Wed CHR202: Tue | Classroom | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | ||
| NUR 228 01 | Clinical Pract III Across Lifespan | 4.00 | Thu, Fri | 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM | 05/25/23 - 08/18/23 | Taggett, Tara | EDMSIM: Thu, Fri | Classroom | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | Clinical learning experiences in this course allow for advance skills in practice in lab and simulation, and provision of holistic, evidence-based nursing care to diverse clients across the lifespan in a variety of settings. Clinical experiences are correlated with NUR225 classroom instruction and promote the development of critical thinking and priority-setting while providing compassionate, age and culturally appropriate nursing care. Prerequisite(s): NUR130, NUR131, NUR115, BIO211 and PSY101 Corequisite(s): NUR225, BIO218 and PSY207 | |
| PSY 101 20 | General Psychology | 3.00 | - | 05/22/23 - 08/18/23 | Good, Shelli | : | Online | Online Course | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | Introduces the field of psychology as a study of human behavior. Through lecture and discussion in such areas as learning, human growth and development, an introduction of motivation, sensation perception, personality, emotions, behavior disorders and self and society are presented. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): None | |
| PSY 207 20 | Dev Psychology | 3.00 | - | 05/22/23 - 08/18/23 | Good, Shelli | : | Online | Online Course | Books @ Barnes and Noble College Bookstore | The development of the individual is an exciting process, beginning at birth and continuing through the intricate changes of growth and aging. The study of the life span is also intriguing because each of us, and everyone we care about, is constantly developing. This course therefore includes the biosocial, cognitive and psychosocial domains of human development. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 Corequisite(s): None |