On-Line Courses for Fall 2008
Additional On-line requirements are listed at the bottom of this page, please read.

Following are the on-line courses offered for this semester. All classes have an additional $40.00 lab fee. Students should check the course requirements pages below and follow the instructions specific to each class. If required, be sure to contact the instructor before the deadline date. Please Note: some on-line classes require occasional attendance on campus for meetings/testing.

New to on-line courses, visit the Distance Learning Web page for more information on logging into blackboard and your computer set up requirements for using blackboard! 
* Please Note: Blackboard access for on-line courses begins the first day of the semester after 9:00 a.m.
**follow course title for complete course information page
individual course information, will be posted as it becomes available.
 
HLTSC 110-L2 Medical Terminology
HPE 150-L1 Personal Health
MATH 160-L1 Math Applications in Engineering Technology
MATL 215-L1 Metallurgy
NURS 260-L1 Nursing Care of Adults I-II
WPR 103-L1 Advanced Word Processing
ADMN 135-L1 Intermediate Keyboarding
CIS 109-L1 Spreadsheet Software
CIS 112-L1 Database Software
CIS 123-L1 PowerPoint Presentation Software
CIS 130-L3 Introduction to CIS
ENGL 151-L3 English Composition I
ENGL 151-L4 English Composition I
HIST 154-L1 History of US/1607-1877
   

General Information

There are many benefits of on-line courses at MCCC:

  • Less restrictive scheduling
  • Convenience
  • Intensive self-study
  • Course material is accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week

Some students struggle in an on-line format. Other students excel. Students who excel in an on-line format are:

  • Highly self-motivated
  • Possess good time management skills
  • Know how to study independently
  • Possess good communication skills

On-line classes at MCCC utilize Blackboard communication tools, such as email, discussion boards and chats to interact with the instructor and other students.

On-line classes at MCCC are not self-paced. Students must complete exams, assignments, etc. by specified due dates.

Hardware and Software

Computer Requirements:

  • 233 MHz processor or faster
  • 256 MB of RAM
  • 200 MB available hard disk space
  • CD-ROM drive (minimum 16x speed is suggested)
  • High speed or broadband internet connection recommended; 56k connection is required
  • Video and sound cards are recommended

Browser Requirements:

  • Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher or Mozilla Firefox 2.0 or higher. Note: AOL is not recommended. If using AOL, please minimize the window and open either Internet Explorer or Mozilla.
  • JavaScript must be enabled.
  • Cookies must be enabled.
  • Java must be enabled

Software Requirements:

  • Microsoft Word 2000 or higher is required.
  • Microsoft Office Suite is recommended.
  • Adobe Reader 7.0 or higher is required

It is essential that on-line students keep their contact information up to date. Sometimes instructors need to contact students by phone or email. Please keep this information current through the WebPAL system.


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