Lake Michigan College

Accounting

With a two-year degree in accounting, you will be prepared for entry-level accounting positions including bookkeeper, accounts payable, payroll clerk, or assistant to an accountant. You will compute, classify, record, and verify financial data, and develop and maintain financial records.

Applied Science-General

The Associate in Applied Science General degree is an appropriate degree for students who have taken or plan to take applied courses in diverse areas of the college without designating a major area of study. Please work with an academic advisor as you plan your program.

Art

Study and courses in art and design can help you develop an appreciation for the visual arts as well as expand your expertise and understanding in an extremely varied and entrepreneurial field. You will study art theory and history, and work directly with a varied media in a studio environment in coursework such as design and photography (through our Graphic Design Department, see that page for details,) drawing, painting, ceramics, and sculpture.

Arts/Transfer (Undecided)

If you are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university, you should become familiar with your chosen schools requirements. See your Academic Advisor for assistance in developing your Student Education Plan (SEP) or visit lakemichigancollege.edu/transfer. Please see catalog for courses that have Honors equivalents and meet Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) transfer guidelines. Completion of the MTA requires 30 credits of coursework in the 5 MTA distribution areas.

Automation Engineering

The purpose of the Automation Engineering program is to prepare individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills to support engineers engaged in a wide variety of projects. Includes instruction in various engineering support functions for research, production and operations, and applications to specific engineering specialties. The Automation Engineering program concentrates on product design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.

Biology

Biology deals with living organisms and vital processes, including microbial, plant, and animal life. Your study in biology may include coursework in areas such as environmental biology, plant biology, ecology, evolution, human anatomy, human physiology, cell biology, molecular biology, biotechnology, microbiology and genetics.

Bookkeeping

With a certificate in bookkeeping, you will be prepared for an entrylevel bookkeeping position. You will compute, record, and verify financial data, and develop and maintain financial records.

Business

The A.A.S. in Business program prepares graduates for entry-level and managerial positions in business. The emphasis is on preparing professionals who will contribute immediately to an office environment. For those students currently employed, the degree can provide the foundation for future growth in their business careers.

Business Administration

The Business Administration program is a transfer program that will help you learn business and communication principles that can lead to careers in accounting, Lake Michigan College 30 / 2491 economics, finance, general business, management, marketing, human resource administration, and public relations.

Chemistry

Chemistry deals at the atomic level with the material of which the world is composed. As a chemist, you will study these materials along with their compositions, structures, and changing properties. Hands-on laboratory experiences will allow you to develop experimental techniques and provide you with opportunities to apply the chemical principles that you have learned. Industry, agriculture, education, medicine, and government offer opportunities for employment in chemistry.

Child Development

The growing field of early childhood education (birth through age 8) includes many different job opportunities. This advanced certificate is a terrific starting point to an early child development major or will help to upskill entry level child care workers.

Child Development

The growing field of early childhood education (birth through age 8) includes many different job opportunities. As an early child development major, you might enjoy a variety of career options after you graduate including a child care teacher, an assistant director or director of a child care facility, a private preschool teacher, nanny, director of a preschool program, an elementary school assistant, or Head Start assistant.

Chocolate & Confections

The Chocolate and Confections Certificate of Achievement program is designed to provide students with foundational skills in the Chocolate industry. Courses will focus on current trends and emerging technologies in chocolate and confectionery with a focus on sustainability and environmental stewardship. Students will explore entrepreneurship opportunities, and study recipe and product development.

Cisco

The CIS CISCO option will allow you to develop skills using the de facto network standard throughout the world. This certificate aligns students for the following professional certifications: Comptia A+/Security+, Cisco CCENT/CCNA, and Microsoft MCSA.

Communication

The communication program is designed to help students develop skills in public presentation, interpersonal communication, intercultural communication, and group dynamics. Coursework in this field is highly experiential in nature, giving students vast opportunities to network outside the classroom while building skills and connections for the future.

Criminal Justice

The Criminal Justice program trains students for jobs in corrections, probation, parole, law enforcement, and related fields. These are typically found at county, state, or federal jails, prisons or juvenile centers.

Criminal Justice-Law Enforcement

The purpose of this program is to provide an AAS in addition to the basic training required for all police officers in the State of Michigan. This training is certified through the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES). This AAS program includes general education courses and several CRIM courses in addition to the basic training required for all police officers in the State of Michigan. This program will be offered on the main campus in Benton Harbor.

Culinary Management

Graduates of the Culinary Management program may select a variety of management- and staff-related careers in restaurants, hotels, resorts, catering and events, personal food service and artisanal food production. Careers include sous chef, catering chef, pastry chef, personal chef, executive chef, and restaurant owner/operator. In all of these positions, strong guest service, leadership, human resources, problem solving, and math skills are required.

Cybersecurity

The purpose of the program is to prepare individuals to assess the security needs of computer and network systems, recommend safeguard solutions, and manage the implementation and maintenance of security devices, systems, and procedures. The Advanced Certificate in Cybersecurity program is designed to provide students with foundational skills in Cybersecurity.

Cybersecurity

The AAS in Cybersecurity degree program aims to equip students with a foundational understanding of information security principles, practices, and technologies. The program focuses on developing skills to identify, assess, and mitigate security risks across various digital environments. Students learn to use industry-standard cybersecurity tools and techniques to protect networks, systems, and data from threats and vulnerabilities.

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program trains you to become a diagnostic medical sonographer. This program includes five (5) consecutive programmatic semesters. You will obtain clinical experience at local healthcare facilities in addition to formal classroom instruction provided on campus.

Digital Marketing

The Certificate of Achievement in Digital Marketing combines principles from marketing, design, writing, and data analytics to prepare students for an innovative marketing role relevant in todays rapidly shifting marketplace. The career outlook for digital marketers is one of high growth, faster than most career fields. Small businesses especially are looking for employees with digital marketing expertise.

Electrical Distribution

The purpose of the Electrical Distribution program is to provide individuals/apprentices with the following established skills (curriculum approved by company): installation, operate, maintain and repair local, long-distance, and rural electric power cables and communication lines; erect and construct pole and tower lines; and install underground lines and cables an avenue to apply those skills/hours towards an associate degree.

Engineering (Pre)

This program is designed to cover most of the freshman and sophomore pre-engineering requirements in a typical bachelors engineering program. The curriculum is intensively mathematical and has challenging performance requirements. The level of rigor will lay the foundation in analytical reasoning and problem solving required to succeed in an engineering discipline.

Engineering Technology

The Engineering Technology program concentrates on product design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes. The primary program objective is to prepare students to assist and support engineers with projects and research and development. Students will be trained in skills and techniques related to branches of engineering, with a practical understanding of general engineering concepts.

English

Students pursuing a bachelors degree in English will be able to complete their first two years of college with courses at Lake Michigan College. All courses in English and other recommended courses are transferable to other institutions in Michigan and elsewhere.

Esports Production

The Esports industry is growing exponentially in our local community, nationally, and globally. Combining technical expertise, creativity, and business savvy, the Esports Production program prepares you for an exciting career in this booming industry. Learn how to host Esports tournaments, generate and leverage content, stream and shoutcast matches, and keep players safe. This program will be offered at the Benton Harbor campus as well as Online.

Esports Production

The Esports industry is growing exponentially in our local community, nationally, and globally. Combining technical expertise, creativity, and business savvy, the Esports Production program prepares you for an exciting career in this booming industry. Learn how to host Esports tournaments, generate and leverage content, stream and shoutcast matches, and keep players safe. This program will be offered at the Benton Harbor campus as well as Online.

Exercise Science

Exercise Science provides a pathway to a career in the physical fitness and healthcare industries. It prepares individuals for transfer to four-year institutions to study exercise science, kinesiology, physical education, or preprofessional programs leading to medicine and physical therapy careers. Exercise Science is a discipline that studies movement and the associated functional responses and adaptations.

General Education Transfer

This Advanced Certificate enables students who do not earn an associate degree to obtain a certificate that demonstrates their commitment toward the completion of a program/ degree. Under the Michigan Transfer Agreement, students are allowed to earn up to 30 hours of general education courses (designated by each institution) which can then be transferred to 4-year colleges and/ or universities.

General Studies

The Associate in General Studies degree is an appropriate degree for students who have taken or plan to take courses in diverse areas of the college without designating a major area of study. The Associate in General Studies meets all general education requirements at Lake Michigan College.

General Technology

With a two-year degree focused in your general technology area of study, you could be prepared for entry-level positions including assistant manager, basic electrical, CNC machinist, business, maintenance, and welding.

Geospatial Info Science & Tech

Identified by the U.S. Department of Labor as one of the top three growth sectors in the workplace, GIST provides multi-disciplinary tools to collect, manage, analyze and present information that is spatial, or has a where component. This certificate is offered as a stand-alone program or a complement to several degree programs.

Graphic Design

Graphic design is the intermingling of traditional art and design elements with leading edge computer technology. The Graphic Design program will prepare you for local employers and to serve as a freelance graphic designer. Graphic designers often work for marketing, public relations, and advertising firms; commercial printing; newspapers; and other publishing organizations.

Graphic Design

Graphic design is the intermingling of traditional art and design elements with leading edge computer technology. The Graphic Design program will prepare you for local employers and to serve as a freelance graphic designer. Graphic designers often work for marketing, public relations, and advertising firms; commercial printing; newspapers; and other publishing organizations.

Health Science

The Health Science Associate in Science degree will meet the degree outcome for students who are looking to transfer to a four (4) year College or University to participate in a Health Science program offered at a Bachelor level or as an educational pathway option for students who may change their healthcare education pursuit while at Lake Michigan College.

History

History is a branch of knowledge that records and explains past events. If you plan to obtain a bachelors degree in History, you may complete the first two years of your studies at Lake Michigan College. All the History courses are transferable to other Michigan colleges as well as other four-year colleges and universities. History majors find employment in areas such as teaching, library/archival fields and government service.

Information Technology

The CIS Information Technologies option emphasizes the overall business support function of computer information systems. It can lead to careers working a help desk and computer support specialist.

Machine Tool

The Machine Tool Technology program provides basic and advanced machining skills. Class time is spent in the classroom as well as working in the lab on traditional metal Lake Michigan College 42 / 2491 366 - Manufacturing Production - Certificate of Achievement cutting machinery and computer-numerically-controlled (CNC) machines. If you have previous machining experience from a vocational high school program or industrial experience, you may qualify for advanced standing.

Machine Tool Technology

The Machine Tool Technology program provides basic and advanced machining skills. Class time is spent in the classroom as well as working in the lab on traditional metal cutting machinery and computer-numerically-controlled (CNC) machines. If you have previous machining experience from a vocational high school program or industrial experience, you may qualify for advanced standing. Career opportunities include CNC operator, CNC programmer, machine builder, machinist, and tool and die maker.

Machine Tool Technology

The Machine Tool Technology program provides basic and advanced machining skills. Class time is spent in the classroom as well as working in the lab on traditional metal cutting machinery and computer-numerically controlled machines. If you have previous machining experience from a vocational high school program or industrial experience, you may qualify for advanced standing. Journeymen in the machine field can apply previous course work and experience toward an associate degree.

Manufacturing Production

Mathematics

Mathematics is an art, science, and language that encompasses the beauty of pattern and structure, the challenge of uncertainty and abstraction, and the excitement of solving problems. It provides a foundation for much of modern human society. Courses cover basic mathematical functions to more advanced work with calculus, statistics and differential equations. Mathematics students hone their ability to reason effectively and write clearly. Many careers are open to Mathematics majors.

Mechatronics Technology

The Mechatronics Technology program provides comprehensive instruction and hands-on experience with mechanical systems, electronics, fluid power, automation and robotics. Combining science and technology, the mechatronics technology program provides students a comprehensive array of job-ready skills that involve integrating technologies and systemsthinking required to effectively problem solve, program, operate and maintain electromechanical and automated equipment.

Mechatronics Technology

The Mechatronics Technology program provides comprehensive instruction and hands-on experience with mechanical systems, electronics, fluid power, automation and robotics. Combining science and technology, the Mechatronics program provides students a comprehensive array of job-ready skills that involve integrating technologies and systems-thinking required to effectively problem solve, program, operate and maintain electromechanical and automated equipment.

Medical Assisting

The Medical Assisting program prepares students for highly skilled, entry-level positions as medical assistants in the health care industry. Students will learn the administrative and clinical skills that are expected of medical assistants.

Medical Assisting

The Medical Assisting program prepares students for highly skilled, entry-level positions as medical assistants in the health care industry. Students will learn the administrative and clinical skills that are expected of medical assistants.

Music

The Music curriculum prepares you for opportunities that require a traditional degree and provides an outlet for your performance skills. Coursework is available if you are interested solely in advancing your music skills or earning the first two years of a four-year degree in Music leading to a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music, or Bachelor of Science degree.

Music (Applied)

The Music curriculum prepares you for opportunities that require a four-year degree and provides an opportunity to hone your performance skills. Coursework is available if you are interested solely in advancing your music skills or earning the first two years of a four-year degree in Music leading to a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music, or Bachelor of Science degree.

Networking

Students preparing for a career in information technology learn analytical and critical thinking skills, as well as the technical skills necessary to be successful IT professionals. At Lake Michigan College, hands-on learning opportunities are provided in computer labs using state-of-the-art hardware and software. In addition, students build important soft skills such as interpersonal communications, problem-solving, team-building and project management.

Nursing (RN)

The associate degree nursing (ADN) program qualifies graduates to take the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX-RN) leading to state licensure as a registered nurse (RN). Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) who meet advanced standing requirements (see nursing student handbook or program advisor) may enter the third semester of the nursing program after completing the support courses from the first two semesters of the program and qualifying for admission to the associate degree program.

Pharmacy Technician

The Pharmacy Technician program prepares students for entry level pharmacy technician positions in hospitals and retail stores. Students will gain valuable hands-on experience that will prepare them to work under the supervision of a pharmacist.

Pharmacy Technician

The Pharmacy Technician program prepares students for entry level pharmacy technician positions in hospitals and retail stores. Students will gain valuable hands-on experience that will prepare them to work under the supervision of a pharmacist.

Philosophy

Philosophy is a discipline that deals with all learning exclusive of technical precepts and the practical arts. Courses include study in areas such as logic, ethics, religious thought, and issues with technology, business, and medicine. If you are pursuing a bachelors degree in Philosophy, you may complete your first two years of coursework at Lake Michigan College. Philosophy courses are transferable to other institutions in Michigan and elsewhere.

Phlebotomy Technician

Phlebotomy technicians are employed in various health care settings such as hospitals, acute care centers, medical groups, and outpatient clinics. The Phlebotomy Technician program provides hands-on classroom experience that will prepare students for employment in a laboratory setting. Upon successful completion of the course, students are eligible to take the National Healthcareer Association certification examination.

Physical Science

Physical Science offers an introduction to the physical sciences (chemistry, geology, and physics). The program provides coursework for you to complete towards your general education requirements in science and provides initial preparation work in a science field.

Physics

Physics is a rigorous program applying mathematics to the fundamental concepts governing the natural world. You will develop a solid foundation in analytical reasoning and problem solving. Hands on laboratories are used to enhance the lecture material and introduce you to the laboratory environment. The Physics curriculum is an intensive and challenging program intended to prepare you for transfer into a bachelors program at most institutions.

Police Academy

The purpose of this program is to provide the basic training required for all police officers in the State of Michigan. This training is certified through the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES). This program includes the basic training required for all police officers in the State of Michigan. It consists of two courses: Police Academy I and Police Academy II. This program will be offered on the main campus in Benton Harbor.

Political Science

Political Science is the study of local, state, national, and international governments and their impact upon human society. If your goal is to pursue a bachelors degree in political science, you may complete your first two years of coursework at Lake Michigan College. Political Science courses are transferable to other institutions in Michigan and elsewhere. Political Science is recommended if you are interested in government service, elective politics or a law degree.

Psychology

Psychology is the scientific study of behavior. Through research and critical thought, we will explore the biological, behavioral, developmental and social processes that shape and govern human behavior. If you plan to major in Psychology at a four-year university, you may complete the first two years of your program at Lake Michigan College. You have a unique opportunity to conduct research in Psychology 250.

Radiologic Technology

The Radiologic Technology program trains you to become a radiologic technologist. This 19-month program includes a summer semester of courses. You will obtain clinical experience at local healthcare facilities in addition to formal classroom instruction provided on campus and online. Radiologic technologists are employed in hospitals, clinics, commercial x-ray laboratories, and physician offices where they use radiation to produce images of the bones and organs of the human body.

Registered Behavior Technician

The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) is a paraprofessional certification in behavior analysis. Completion of the certificate will prepare students to gain employment in an accredited institution that serves developmentally disabled individuals. They will be eligible for a higher rate of compensation and the certification is transferable to other states.

Risk Management & Insurance

Sales & Customer Service

Science-General

If you are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university, you should become familiar with your chosen schools requirements. See your Academic Advisor for assistance in developing your Student Education Plan (SEP) or visit lakemichigancollege.edu/transfer. Please see catalog for courses that have Honors equivalents and meet Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) transfer guidelines. Completion of the MTA requires 30 credits of coursework in the 5 MTA distribution areas.

Skilled Trades Technology

In cooperation with local employers, Lake Michigan College provides training for men and women enrolled in formal apprenticeship agreements approved by the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Apprenticeship and Training. Such training programs include academic instruction as well as on-the-job training and usually take a minimum of two to four years to complete.

Skilled Trades Technology

In cooperation with local employers, Lake Michigan College provides training for men and women enrolled in formal apprenticeship agreements approved by the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Apprenticeship and Training. Such training programs include academic instruction as well as on-the-job training and usually take a minimum of two to four years to complete.

Small Business Management

Sociology/Social Work

The discipline of Sociology is concerned with the social and cultural life of humans. Sociologists study the organization, functions, and problems of human societies and groups. The dynamics of human relationships are of primary interest along with the analysis of culture, social systems, socialization, social classes, poverty, minorities and Lake Michigan College 7 / 2491 majorities, population, social institutions and social change.

Software Engineering

Information technology (IT) professionals are in consistently high demand, and those who can apply their technical and problem-solving skills in Software Engineering (programming) can look forward to some of the highest entry-level and median incomes among all career areas. Hands-on learning opportunities are provided in computer labs using state-of-the-art equipment, and commercial development tools.

Spanish

Spanish is easily the second most popular language spoken in the United States, and specifically, in our region. Knowledge of world language, especially one such as this, will prove invaluable to a professional entering the work force or to a transfer student moving on to a four-year school. In addition to being a standalone certificate, it will also supplement any other major the student pursues, as it will increase perspective, understanding, and knowledge of the world's diverse populations.

Supervisory Skills

Teacher Education

Lake Michigan College's Teacher Education Associate in Arts program prepares students to transfer to a 4- year institution's bachelors degree program to work as a secondary educator, special education professional, secondary education aid, school administrator, or other role in education.

Theatre

Theatre courses help you develop an appreciation of the discipline as well as to expand your personal and professional enrichment through study in acting and stagecraft. The curriculum is comprised of courses dealing with dramatic theory and appreciation, design and technical theatre, and performance. Courses are open to all students. Credits apply toward the Associate in Arts degree.

Web Development

The Web Development certificate is offered as a standalone program or a complement to several degree programs. This program will allow you to develop skills in a variety of popular web design and programming languages. Web designers and programmers can be found in almost every industry including telecommunications, financial institutions, educational institutions, government agencies, and management firms. Web design and maintenance are regular features of any business whether large or small.

Welding Production Technology

The Welding Production Technology program prepares students for employment in the construction, manufacturing, and utilities industries. The program provides instruction in the most common manual welding and cutting processes. Training includes welding with TIG, Stick, MIG, and flux cored wires for most common materials. Cutting is done both manually and mechanized with plasma and oxy-fuel systems.

Welding Production Technology

The welding production technology program prepares students for employment in the construction, manufacturing, and utilities industries. The program provides instruction in the most common manual welding and cutting processes. Training includes welding with TIG, Stick, MIG and flux cored wires for most common materials. Cutting is done both manually and mechanized with plasma and oxy-fuel systems.

Wine & Viticulture Tech.

The Michigan wine industry is growing rapidly and is ripe with opportunity. Michigan is increasingly well-known for world class wine production. The state is currently home to approximately 200 wineries and 3,500 acres of wine grapes, which produce more than 3 million gallons of wine annually. Michigan is the fifth-ranked state in the U.S. in terms of wine grape production.

World Languages

This program will help you succeed if you plan to use a world language as a primary skill in teaching, interpreting, translating or business. The courses broaden your background knowledge and awareness of the world and its interdependent people. You are strongly urged to gain a good understanding of the cultural heritage of the world language you study.