Muskegon Community College

Accounting and Bookkeeping Services

The MCC AAS in Accounting and Bookkeeping Services will be designed to provide students with a sound foundation of relevant coursework in preparation for a bachelor's degree in accounting. The program will include courses in principles, managerial and tax accounting along with business coursework. Students within the program will be provided opportunities to work in the accounting industry via partnerships with local organizations.

Administrative Medical Assistant Certificate

The following certificate is designed to provide training to meet entry level positions in a medical office administrative position. Job titles include medical receptionist, registration clerk, scheduling clerk, business office coordinator, and patient access representative.

Administrative Office Management

This program is for the AAS degree student and is not designed for the student wishing to transfer to a four-year institution. Any student desiring to pursue a transfer program in business should consult with a counselor. This program will provide training in office skills and administration in order for the student to attain a high degree of competency and meet entry-level qualifications for an administrative office assistant position.

Administrative Office Management Medical

This program is for the AAS degree student and is not designed for the student planning to transfer to a four-year institution. Any student desiring to pursue a transfer program in business should consult with a counselor. This program will provide training in medical office activities/procedures in order for the student to attain a high degree of competency and meet entry-level qualifications for an administrative office with specialized medical office skills.

Agriculture

The MCC curriculum, paired with courses within a particular Michigan State University Certificate Program, prepares students for entry-level employment in agricultural operations. Students will earn an MSU certificate while also working towards an associate's degree. There are three available certificates from which to choose, listed following the MCC degree requirements.

Apprenticeship Certificate

This certificate program provides students with the foundation skills necessary to complete the academic portion of their apprenticeship. Students will learn basic technical skills required to build, install, repair, and service industrial equipment. Students who are interested in enrolling in this program must be a registered apprentice.

Arts Pathway

The Art Pathway degree will prepare students who plan to transfer to a participating four-year college or university and work towards a bachelor's degree in Art, Fine Arts or Graphic Design, dependent on the signed agreement by the four-year college or university.

Associate in General Studies

The AGS degree is designed for students interested in self-enrichment who are not following a specific occupational or transfer program. Courses may be selected to suit individual student goals. Students should consult with a counselor for further information.

Associate in Science and Arts

This degree is for students intending to transfer to a four-year college or university. If you wish to major in a program that requires you to transfer to a four year college, such as Social Work or Computer Science, the courses you need to take are outlined in the transfer guides available online at www.muskegoncc.edu. These programs are planned to enable students to transfer to bachelor degree-granting colleges and universities with advanced standing.

Associate in Science and Pre-Engineering

This program is designed to prepare you for transfer to a four-year degree in math, physical science (astronomy, chemistry, geology, physics, etc) and all types of engineering (civil, mechanical, chemical, electrical, and others). This program also includes general education courses necessary to satisfy the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) The core courses will help you develop your understanding of abstract mathematics, introductory physics, and other related disciplines.

Automotive Technician Certificate

The curriculum is designed to educate and train personnel to fill the mechanical, technical, and supervisory position in the automotive industry. Upon completing the porgram students will be prepared to work as an Auto Mechanic, Automotive Service Technician, Automotive Technician, or Automotive Parts Specialist. Students planning to transfer should consult with an MCC counselor. This is intended to go directly into the workforce.

Automotive Technology

This curriculum is designed to educate and train personnel to fill the mechanical, technical, and supervisory positions in the automotive industry. Successful completion of the program leads to the degree of Associate in Applied Science. (Students may elect only those courses required to develop a particular skill without enrolling in the entire program of study that leads to a degree.

Biology Pathway

The MiTransfer Pathway Associate in Science and Arts (ASA) degree includes the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) and is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university and major in a particular discipline.

Broadcasting and Multimedia/Technical

The Broadcasting and Multimedia/Technical curriculum is designed to prepare students for entry into the production side of television, radio, and related careers in news media. Core requirement classes strive to provide real world experience within the college's radio and television stations.

Broadcasting/Multimedia/Performance

The Michigan Transfer Agreement Associate in Science and Arts (ASA) degrees are effective as of fall 2014. A minimum of 62 credit hours with a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA is required for the ASA Degree. Courses numbered below 100 do not count toward the ASA. MCC and the Michigan Transfer Agreement require a "C" or better in courses used to meet ASA and MTA requirements.

Business Pathway

The MiTransfer Pathway Associate in Science and Arts (ASA) degree includes the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) and is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university and major in a particular discipline.

CAD/CNC

This program is designed to provide Computer Aided Design skills (CAD) combined with the application of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) programming and machining skills. Upon completing this program students will be prepared to work as a CNC programmer, CNC operator, CNC draftsman, CAD designer, or CAD programmer. This program is not designed for students wishing to transfer to a four-year college for a bachelor's degree. Students planning to transfer should consult with an MCC counselor.

CAD/CNC

This program is designed to provide basic training in Computer-Aided Design skills (CAD) combined with the application of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) programming and machining skills.

Child Development Associate

The certificate prepares students to apply for the Child Development Associate(CDA) credential in a center-based preschool program awarded by the Council for Professional Recognition. The requiremenents include the 120 formal hours of training and the 480 required fieldwork hours. The certificate prepares students for entry-level employment in an early childhood education environment or building into an associate degree.

Child Development Associate

Associate in Applied Science in Child Development Associates This degree is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). The curriculum aligns with the NAEYC standards, the Council for Professional Recognition (CDA) and the Michigan Early Childhood Core Knowledge and Competencies. Students are focused on understanding the development of children from birth to eight years of age through hands-on practical fieldwork and classroom instruction.

C/Java Computer Programming

Communications Pathway

The MiTransfer Pathway Associate in Science and Arts (ASA) degree includes the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) and is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university and major in a particular discipline. A minimum of 62 credit hours with a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA, is required for the ASA Degree. MCC and the Michigan Transfer Agreement require a "C" or better in individual courses used to meet ASA and MTA requirements.

Computer Aided Design Technology

Are you a creative thinker with a passion for developing ideas from concept to production? Do you enJoy creating something tangible out of an abstract idea? If the answer is yes, explore a career in Computer-Aided Design, CAD. CAD professionals use 2D and 3D CAD software to create designs. In addition, your career could include assisting local businesses to build everything from automotive and aerospace components to machine parts and assemblies.

Computer Aided Design Technology

Are you a creative thinker with a passion for developing ideas from concept to production? Do you enJoy creating something tangible out of an abstract idea? If the answer is yes, explore a career in Computer-Aided Design, CAD. CAD professionals use 2D and 3D CAD software to create designs. In addition, your career could include assisting local businesses to build everything from automotive and aerospace components to machine parts and assemblies.

Criminal Justice Corrections

The MCC Criminal Justice Corrections Certificate is designed to include the five classes that are required by the Michigan Correctional Training Council. The MI Correctional Training Council states that these classes must be taken in order to qualify for employment with the Michigan Department of Corrections. Each of these classes must be completed with a grade of "C" (2.0 GPA) in order to get the certificate and qualify for MDOC employment.

Criminal Justice-Corrections (A.A.)

The Michigan Transfer Agreement Associate in Science and Arts (ASA) degrees are effective as of fall 2014. A minimum of 62 credit hours with a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA is required for the ASA Degree. Courses numbered below 100 do not count toward the ASA. MCC and the Michigan Transfer Agreement require a "C" or better in courses used to meet ASA and MTA requirements.

Criminal Justice-Corrections (A.A.S.)

Criminal Justice-Law Enforcement (A.A.)

Criminal Justice-Law Enforcement- Associate in Science and Arts The Michigan Transfer Agreement Associate in Science and Arts (ASA) degrees are effective as of fall 2014. A minimum of 62 credit hours with a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA is required for the ASA Degree. Courses numbered below 100 do not count toward the ASA.

Criminal Justice-Law Enforcement (A.A.S.)

Criminal Justice Pathway

The MiTransfer Pathway Associate in Science and Arts (ASA) degree includes the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) and is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university and major in a particular discipline.

Customer Service Specialist

This certificate is part of the program leading to the Associate in Applied Science in Marketing Degree.

Data Science Certificate

The Data Science certificate focuses on developing a strong set of foundational tools and skills in the disciplines of data analytics and data science. The program will train students in end-to-end programming and how to ethically work with, establish, and maintain databases. Further, the program will develop competency in artificial intelligence, data analysis, data engineering, causal inference, and data visualization.

Digital Music/Audio Production

The Digital Music and Audio Production certificate will provide students with a deep understanding of audio equipment, system design, and software as well as a basic understanding of music. Practical experience will enable the student to evaluate the needs of musicians in a recording session or live audio situation, choose the best equipment for the circumstances, and in the end, deliver a professional quality recording or live audio experience.

Early Childhood Education

Associate in Science and Arts in Early Childhood Education This degree is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). The curriculum aligns with the NAEYC standards, the Council for Professional Recognition (CDA) and the Michigan Early Childhood Core Knowledge and Competencies. Students are focused on understanding the development of children from birth to eight years of age through hands-on practical fieldwork and classroom instruction.

Education

Muskegon Community College offers a program preparing students to work in education. This degree is intended to be a terminal degree for paraprofessionals and a foundation for elementary teacher preparation. Paraprofessionals and teacher assistants work in various grades/classrooms and latchkey programs supporting student learning. It is an opportunity for students to gain professional recognition for demonstrating educational competence.

Electronics Engineering Technology

This curriculum is designed to prepare a student for employment as an electrical and electronics technician in manufacturing, commercial repair, or service industries.

Engineering Technology

This curriculum is designed to prepare a student for entry-level engineering and technical positions related to industry and technology. This degree is designed to prepare graduates for entry-level work in the field of engineering and/or to transfer to a 4-year institution for continuing engineering study.

Entrepreneurship

This certificate is designed for community members or students who have a specific idea for starting a businesws and want to follow on of two paths: 1)Create a business plan while at the same time refine their business idea with the desire to start their business within the next five years. 2)Create/refine their business plan and start their business as soon as possible after completing the certificate.

Exercise Science Pathway

The Exercise Science Pathway degree will prepare students who plan to transfer to a participating four-year college or university and work towards a bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Health and Fitness, or Kinesiology.

Food Processing Technology

The food industry is the world's largest industry. This multi-billion dollar industry employs many thousands of food processing specialists and scientists. There are more positions available for food scientists than graduates to fill them. The MCC curriculum, paired with courses in the Michigan State University Food Processing Certificate Program, prepares students for mid-level and managerial employment in food processing operations.

Food Science Certificate

The Food Science Certificate will prepare students to work mid-level and managerial positions in a food processing operation.

Graphic Design

The Graphic Design curriculum is designed to prepare students for entry into the field of graphic design with a broad background and experience in the creation of a wide variety of media for advertising, displays, sign and computer graphics to fit clients' needs. Though not fine artists, students need to be skilled in drawing and painting. Media creation and distribution is ever changing and so must be the knowledge and skills of the graphic designer.

Graphic Design Entrepreneur

Students completing this set of classes will have the foundation skills to run a freelance graphic design business. The skill set includes competency in creating graphic design solutions for either print or web-based advertising. Students will develop proficiencies in contemporary graphic design software, image creation and integrating animation techniques in final design solutions.

Graphic Design Video/Audio Certificate

Graphic Design Web Design Certificate

Health Science

Health Science-ASA The Michigan Transfer Agreement Associate in Science and Arts (ASA) degrees are effective as of fall 2014. A minimum of 62 credit hours with a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA is required for the ASA Degree. Courses numbered below 100 do not count toward the ASA. MCC and the Michigan Transfer Agreement require a "C" or better in courses used to meet ASA and MTA requirements.

Industrial Electricity Certificate

This curriculum is designed to prepare a student for employment as an industrial electrician or an industrial electrical worker. In order to become a licensed electrician students must complete an apprenticeship through an employer. Upon completing this program students will be prepared to work as an electrician, machine maintenance electrician, electrical control panel builder, or electrical machine builder.

Information Technology Support

Students receiving an AAS Degree in Information Technology Support are prepared to provide technical assistance to computer users concerning the use of computer hardware and software. This degree is not designed for students wishing to transfer to four-year institutions. Transfer-oriented students interested in working with computers should consult with a counselor.

Machining Technology

Machining Technology

This curriculum is designed to prepare the student for that highly diversified area engaged in the production of machined objects required for the assembly of the products of modern industry. Successful completion of this program leads to the Associate in Applied Science Degree. (Students may elect only those courses required to develop a particular skill without enrolling in the entire program of study that leads to a degree.

Management

The following program is not designed for the student wishing to transfer to a four-year institution. Any student desiring to pursue a transfer program in business should consult with a counselor. The Management Program focuses on Management Development and Supervision. The program is designed to develop knowledge, attitudes, experience, and leadership skills, which will enable graduates to function in positions as supervisors or managers in business and industry.

Manufacturing Automation Certificate

Manufacturing Machine Repair

Manufacturing Technology

This curriculum is designed to educate and train personnel to fill supervisory and technical positions related to manufacturing technology.

Manufacturing Technology Certificate

This curriculum is designed to educate and train personnel to fill supervisory and technical positions related in the manufacturing industry. Student will learn and apply manufacturing principles using industry leading technology. The program will emphasize process management, quality control, and skilled trades. Upon completing this program students will be prepared to work as a manufacturing technician, automation technican, production techncian, or an advance manufacturing associate.

Marketing

The following program is not designed for the student wishing to transfer to a four-year institution. Any student desiring to pursue a transfer program in business should consult with a counselor. The Marketing Program focusing on marketing applications and supervision. The Marketing program is a two-year curriculum designed to develop knowledge, attitudes, experience, and leadership skills, which will enable graduates to function in marketing positions.

Mechanical Engineering Pathway

The MiTransfer Pathway Associate in Science (AS) degree includes the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) and is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university and major in a particular discipline. The core courses will help you develop your understanding of abstract mathematics, introductory physics and engineering, and other related disciplines.

Medical Assistant Certificate Program

The Medical Assistant Certificate Program prepares graduates to perform administrative and clinical duties under the direction of the physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, and billing and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physicians.

Music Performance Entrepreneurial

This degree program provides the foundation skills for the performance musician to operate, promote, manage, and stage a musical act in the professional music world. Everyone seeking this degree makes music and participates in ensembles of their own choosing. Students have the option of specializing in one instrument or broadening their instrumental repertoire through the study of multiple instruments.

Networking and Cybersecurity

The following program is for AAS Degree students interested in careers which require extensive knowledge of the local and wide area networks. Students receiving an AAS Degree in Networking and IT Security can create, install and maintain local area networks and are knowledgeable about the protocols and hardware used to transfer data across wide area networks. They learn to work within different network environments and use the latest networking technologies.

Networking CISCO

The Computer Networking CISCO Certificate program is a gateway to entry-level networking jobs and IT careers. CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Routing and Switching curriculum builds the skills necessary to succeed in jobs related to networking computers and devices. This program will prepare students to sit for CompTIA Network+, CISCO Certified Entry Network Technician(CCENT), and CISCO CCNA.

Nursing

Students who successfully complete the Practical Nurse Diploma will be eligible to write the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The Practical Nurse Diploma flows directly into the Associate of Applied Science Nursing Degree.

Nursing

Students who successfully complete the Associate in Applied Science Nursing (AAS) degree will be eligible to write the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN).

Office Assistant

This certificate is designed to provide training and practice in basic office skills. This certificate will flow directly into the Administrative Assistant, AAS.

Psychology Pathway

The MiTransfer Pathway Associate in Science and Arts (ASA) degree includes the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) and is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university and major in a particular discipline.

Public Health Pathway

Students who receive this degree will transfer to a four-year and usually work towards a degree in Public Health, Public Health Education, and Health and Human Services. Health educators and community health workers work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, nonprofit organizations, government, doctors' offices, private businesses, and colleges.

Quality Assurance

Respiratory Therapy

The Respiratory Therapy program is a 28-month associate degree program. The curriculum design offers the student the Associate in Applied Science Degree (AAS). The AAS Degree is an occupationally oriented degree. By taking additional coursework, the student may obtain an ASA Degree. The ASA Degree is a transfer degree which enables students to transfer to baccalaureate degree-granting institutions with advanced standing.

Social Work Pathway

The Social Work Pathway degree will prepare students who plan to transfer to a participating four-year college or university and work towards a bachelor's degree in Social Work.

Software Development

Students receiving an AAS Degree in Software Development will become familiar with several programming languages and develop procedural, object-oriented, and web applications. This degree prepares students for entry-level positions as programmers and developers. Transfer-oriented students interested in working with computers should consult with a counselor.

Urban Forest Management

Employment and career opportunities continue to expand for those who have training and educational preparation in Urban Forest Management. In response to agency and industry needs, Michigan State University is partnering with Muskegon Community College (MCC) to offer a combined program, which enables students to complete an MSU Institute of Agricultural Technology certificate in Urban Forest Management and an Associate Degree at MCC concurrently.

Visual Art Entrepreneurial

This degree program provides Visual Art students with the basic skills for a variety of entrepreneurial avenues such as self-employed artist, art promoter, gallery representative, or commercial art gallery owner/director. Along with acquiring practical business concepts, the student also develops basic handson skills through a variety of two and three-dimensional studio experiences traditionally associated with foundation-level undergraduate art degrees.

Web Design

The following program is for AAS Degree students interested in careers which require extensive knowledge of the Internet. Students receiving an AAS Degree in Web Design can create Web pages, install and maintain Web servers and are knowledgeable about the protocols and hardware used to transfer data across the Internet. They learn to work within wide-area networks and can develop new Web sites using HTML coding.

Website Development Entrepreneur

This program provides students with foundational skills required to own and operate a Website development business. This includes understanding the features and opportunities of doing business on the Internet and by examining how e-business strategies differ from those of traditional businesses. Students will employ professional design principles in the development of effective and user-friendly websites using XHTML and cascading style sheets.

Welding Technology

Welding Technology is a diversified program of skills dealing with the fabrication of metal products from rolled, stamped, forged or cast shapes. The type of metal, position of weldments, and use of structural shapes will be handled in a manner similar to that used in industrial processing. Selection of the proper welding methods, materials and procedures required will provide training in solving realistic problems found in the welding field.

Welding Technology

Welding Technology is a diversified program of skills dealing with the fabrication of metal products from rolled, stamped, forged or cast shapes. The type of metal, position of weldments, and use of structural shapes will be handled in a manner similar to that used in industrial processing. Selection of the proper welding methods, materials and procedures required will provide training in solving realistic problems found in the welding field.