HU 1000 SEARCHING FOR HEROES 3.00
This course will compare modern day heroes from
ancient Greek, Hindu, and Native American
mythologies; real-life heroes from the news and
biographies; and fictional heroes from literature.
Through reading, writing, and discussing, students will
consider how core elements of the heroes’ journeycommon
to all cultures-can inspire and better inform
their own college experience, their career choices, and
their lives. Note: This course fulfills the SD 1131
Freshman Seminar requirement.
Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in two
developmental courses.
HU 1101 INTRODUCTION TO THE
HUMANITIES 3.00
A general introduction to the Humanities, music and
sculpture, painting, photography, and film); literature
and philosophy. Surveys some major works and
requires some experiential learning - trips to museums
and galleries, musical and dramatic performances.
Although the primary focus is on the Western tradition,
some works from other world cultures are included.
Note: This course satisfies the Written Communication
and Values or Ethics or Social Policy Intensive Value.
Prerequisite: Placement above or successful
completion of EN 2103 and completion of EN 1103.
Recommendation: Concurrent enrollment in EN 2122 or
EN 2131 if CPT reading placement test is between 68
and 75
HU 1105 MASS COMMUNICATIONS 3.00
Provides a framework for understanding the impact of
the mass media on society and the individual. The
history, theories, functions, and regulations of the mass
media are surveyed, in addition to the major forms:
books, newspapers, magazines, and periodicals, radio,
television, recordings, and motion pictures. Note: This
course satisfies the Values or Ethics or Social Policy
Intensive Value.
Prerequisite: EN 1103
HU 1106 FILM, VIDEO AND SOCIETY 3.00
Students learn how to “read” film techniques to gain
insight into their expressive possibilities. Selected films
are analyzed for explicit and implied meanings and to
understand how they reflect the values and beliefs of
the times and culture that they come from. Note: This
course satisfies the Multicultural or Global Awareness
and the Written Communication Intensive Values.
Prerequisite: Placement above or successful
completion of EN 2103 and completion of EN 1103 or
concurrent enrollment in EN 1103 or permission of
instructor.
HU 1107 YOU ARE HOW YOU THINK: NEW TECHNOLOGY’S EFFECT ON INDIVIDUALS/SOCIETY 3.00
This course is an inquiry into how technology and
communication media affect the way we see and think
about world and how we act in it. We cannot
accurately predict how the new digital media will
change us, but we can become aware of the ideas and
approaches offered to understand this issue. Students
viewed them then and compare them to the changes
that actually occurred. They explore media’s effects on
individuals and society and how subtle, but powerful
changes in perception and attitudes may enter society
unnoticed during times of innovation.
Prerequisite: EN 2103 or higher placement and eligible
for EN 1103.
HU 1127 IRELAND EXPERIENCE 3.00
This course is a two week travel-study experience in
Ireland that will focus on the history and culture of
Ireland with special emphasis on Dublin and Belfast as
the political and cultural centers of the Irish Experience.
Students will spend a week at St. Patrick’s College in
Dublin and a week at Stranmillis University College in
Belfast, Northern Ireland, as bases for lectures and
guided group tours. There will be four mandatory threehour
classes held at the Lowell Campus prior to
departure and one class after return. The purpose of
classes and readings will be to prepare students for the
academic, cultural and social experience of traveling
and studying in these two cities and their environs.
Prerequisites: Students must complete 12 credits at
MCC in order to apply for this fellowship program.
HU 2101 ART APPRECIATION 3.00
An introduction to the nature, vocabulary, and media of
art from many cultures. Emphasis will be placed on
finding continuity between the arts of the past and those
of the present. Note: This course satisfies the
Multicultural or Global Awareness and Written
Communication Intensive Values.
Prerequisite: Eligible for EN 1103.
HU 2105 ART HISTORY I 3.00
An introduction to the history of painting, sculpture, and
architecture in the western world. The period to be
covered ranges from prehistoric times to the year 1500
and includes the Stone Age, ancient Egypt, Greece and
Rome, the Byzantine and Medieval worlds, and early
Renaissance.
HU 2106 ART HISTORY II 3.00
A continuation of HU 2105, focusing on the period from
the Italian Renaissance to the present.
HU 2113 COLOR AND DESIGN 3.00
Basic concepts of composition and color theory.
Stresses the process and conceptual development of
ideas in two dimensions and the development of a
strong sensitivity to color.
HU 2117 INTRODUCTION TO SCULPTURE
AND 3-D DESIGN 3.00
An introduction to the basic materials and techniques of
sculpture and their relationship to the artist’s concepts.
Students learn to formulate and visualize sculptural
ideas through practice and utilization of readily
available materials and processes.
HU 2121 DRAWING I 3.00
The fundamentals of representational and imaginative
drawing. Students explore a variety of techniques with
media including charcoal, pastel, graphite, pen and ink,
wash, and conte crayon.
HU 2122 DRAWING II 3.00
This course is a continuation of HU 2121, Drawing I.
HU 2127 FIGURE DRAWING I 3.00
Drawing the figure from the model. Studio work is
supplemented by discussion and slide lecture. Prior
instruction in drawing is recommended.
HU 2128 FIGURE DRAWING II 3.00
This course is a continuation of HU 2127, Figure Drawing I.
HU 2131 PAINTING I 3.00
An introduction to oil or acrylic painting. The course
concentrates on basic aspects: composition, color and
technique. A variety of painting styles will be used to
represent subjects taken from still-life and the
imagination.
HU 2132 PAINTING II 3.00
This course is a continuation of HU 2131, Painting I.
HU 2143 STAINED GLASS I 3.00
Acquaints students with the major techniques of
stained glass art. Students learn glass cutting,
soldering, use of copper foil and lead came.
HU 2144 STAINED GLASS II 3.00
This course is a continuation of HU 2143, Stained Glass I.
HU 2145 CALLIGRAPHY I 3.00
A studio class introducing the art and history of hand
lettering in the Western style. Historic background of
written forms begins the study of calligraphy; class
includes lecture, demonstration and practice.
Assignments emphasize layout, spacing, color and the
creative possibilities of page design. An excellent
elective for graphic design majors.
HU 2146 CALLIGRAPHY II 3.00
A continuation of the methods and techniques of HU
2145 Calligraphy I. Independent work is expected with a
concentration on learning a historic hand and
producing finished artwork. Students must have
completed Calligraphy I with at least a B grade or by
permission of the instructor.
HU 2151 GRAPHIC DESIGN I 3.00
An introduction to the basic elements and concepts of
graphic design. Emphasis is on developing an ability to
create cohesive and expressive designs using graphic
principles as a basis. Assigned projects will be
produced for presentation and in-class discussion.
HU 2152 GRAPHIC DESIGN II 3.00
A continuation of the concepts and techniques
introduced in Graphic Design I. Development of
creative visual thinking skills is stressed to enhance
students’ ability to design effective graphic
communications. Assigned projects will be produced
on the computer for presentation and in-class
discussion. Students will need to plan extensive
independent lab time to work on and produce required
assignments. (Mac OS based)
Prerequisite: HU 2151, HU 2181 or permission of the
instructor.
HU 2161 PHOTOGRAPHY I 3.00
Examines photography as a fine art form and as a tool
for communication and personal expression. Emphasis
on exposure, development, printing, and aesthetics of
photographic vision. Students must provide their own
camera (35mm or 120mm format).
HU 2163 PHOTOGRAPHY II 3.00
A continuation of HU 2161. Students must provide their
own camera (35mm or 120mm format).
Prerequisite: HU 2161, Photography I or permission of
instructor
HU 2181 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER GRAPHICS 3.00
Introduces Macintosh software programs as design
tools to generate and integrate image and type.
Intensive introduction to the basic techniques of
QuarkXPress and Adobe Illustrator as primary software
programs for graphic assignments. Students will need
to plan extensive independent lab times to work on and
produce required assignments. Note: This course
satisfies the Computer Literacy Intensive Value.
HU 2186 GRAPHIC PRODUCTION AND LAYOUT 3.00
This course is devoted to the pre-press production
techniques necessary for preparation of artwork and
typeset materials for printing. It encompasses both
traditional board work for camera-ready mechanicals
and also electronic file preparation (Mac OS based) for
output to film or plate. Emphasis will also be placed on
developing a familiarity with technical print terminology
and practices. Students will need to plan extensive
independent lab time to work on and produce required
assignments.
Prerequisites: HU 2151, HU 2181, HU 2402, or permission
of the instructor.
HU 2400 ELECTRONIC IMAGING/PHOTOSHOP 3.00
Students will become familiar with the Adobe
Photoshop program. This course covers scanning,
image editing and correction, retouching and print
proofing. Students will learn to create original digital
images and about importing/ exporting images into
other graphic design applications, as well as final
printed formats. Note: This course satisfies the
Computer Literacy Intensive Value.
HU 2402 TYPOGRAPHY: HOW TO USE TYPE EFFECTIVELY 3.00
Typography is an essential component of every graphic
design project, and an understanding of interpretive
type usage, combining word and image, is a vital
element of effective and forceful graphic
communication. In this course, the emphasis will be on
the study of the design of letterforms, the use of
typographic contrasts and the development of the
important type families as well as their characteristics
and appropriate uses. Projects will be produced on
Macintosh computers using QuarkXpress and Adobe
Illustrator. Students should plan to schedule extensive
independent lab time in order to execute design
assignments.
Prerequisite: HU 2151, HU 2181 or permission of the
instructor
HU 2403 ART OF THE WEB 3.00
This course teaches students to think critically about
visual images on the World Wide Web. Students will
review a variety of online art museums and multimedia
Web sites on architecture, design, drawing, painting,
photography, sculpture, video and news media. This
review will be conducted via a series of lectures, visits
to assigned Web sites, class discussions of articles and
portions of current books and short, directed research
projects. Some of the cultural, ethical and philosophical
issues raised by the proliferation of images on the Web
will be addressed as students learn to critique the
content of Web sites, the quality of images, and the
technology used to present images. Note: This course
satisfies the Computer Intensive and Technology or
Environment or Health Intensive Value.
HU 2405 INTRODUCTION TO WEB DESIGN 3.00
Designed for both print and Web designers. Students
will learn to design sites that balance the client’s
mission and ideas with effective principles of page
design and site architecture. Topics will include
typography, color theory, navigation and usability, and
dynamic page layout and graphics. The course will use
Dreamweaver and Photoshop with more emphasis on
design than technical skills.
Prerequisite: WB 1105 or HU 2181.
HU 2410 COMPUTER GRAPHICS II 3.00
A continuation of the procedures studied in Introduction
to Computer Graphics I, with concentration on learning
the more advanced operations on the software
programs, QuarkXpress and Adobe Illustrator, enabling
the student to create more complex documents,
graphics and image constructions. Students will need
to plan extensive independent lab time to work on and
produce required assignments. (Mac OS based)
Prerequisite: HU 2151, HU 2181, HU 2402, or permission
of the instructor
HU 2412 GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERNSHIP 3.00
Students are required to complete a minimum of a 120
hour internship in a communication design organization.
Each student will have a Graphic Design faculty
member as a sponsor for their internship. Students will
be required to keep a weekly log of their activities and
present samples of projects on which they have
worked.
Prerequisites: HU 2151, HU 2152, HU 2402 or permission
of the instructor.
HU 2414 GRAPHIC DESIGN PORTFOLIO PREPARATION 3.00
Students will assemble an entry-level portfolio
demonstrating their abilities in design, concept
development and technical skills in the area of their
particular interest. They will learn appropriate
presentation techniques, produce a resume, and pass a
portfolio review before interviewing at a professional
design studio.
Prerequisites: HU 2151, HU 2152, HU 2186, HU 2402 or
permission of the instructor
HU 2419 COMPUTER ILLUSTRATION 3.00
This course will examine various illustration styles and
will study the process of creating illustrations with an
emphasis on idea generation, technique and skill
development. Students will work with some advanced
image manipulation tools, using a variety of software,
primarily illustrator and Photoshop. Students will be
encouraged to seek personally expressive solutions to
illustration projects and will need to plan extensive
independent lab time to work on and produce required
assignments.
Prerequisites: HU 2151, HU 2181, HU 2402 or permission
of instructor
HU 3101 MUSIC APPRECIATION I 3.00
This course will help the student to become an active
listener of music, and it will introduce a wide variety of
musical styles. Through the understanding of elements,
or fundamentals, that all music has in common (such as
melody, rhythm, tempo, dynamics, harmony, and
structure) and a familiarity with the instruments of the
orchestra, the student will become an involved listener.
Many different kinds of music from 1600 to the present,
ranging from small delicate pieces to dramatic
symphonies, will be studied.
HU 3103 MUSIC THEORY I 3.00
Studies the basic elements of music: melody, rhythm,
harmony, and notation. Students develop skills reading
and writing music accurately. Students will also acquire
basic keyboard skills necessary to play through very
simple musical exercises.
HU 3104 MUSIC THEORY II 3.00
A continuation of HU 3103. An intermediate course of
music theory, including the study of chord progressions,
figured bass, and the harmonization of melodies.
Prerequisite: HU 3103 or permission of instructor
HU 3105 WORLD MUSIC 3.00
An introduction to folk music from around the world. By
examining ethnic music from various regions of Africa,
Asia, Russia and Eastern Europe, the Middle East, Latin
America, and North America, the students will learn
much about other cultures. Note: This course satisfies
the Multicultural or Global Awareness Intensive Value.
HU 3106 INTRODUCTION TO JAZZ 3.00
An overview of the evolution of American Jazz from its
roots in African folksong and ritual through the present
day. Related topics such as Crossover, Third Stream,
Fusion, and Jazz influenced classical music will also be
considered. Emphasis will be placed on listening and
class discussion, with possible live in class
performances. There will be reading and listening
assignments, plus a paper on a live jazz performance of
the student’s choice.
HU 3121 APPLIED PIANO FOR BEGINNERS 3.00
This course will help the student acquire the basic skills
necessary to play the piano, such as reading music,
understanding rhythm, coordinating both hands, and
phrasing.
HU 3122 BEGINNING PIANO II 3.00
A continuation of Beginning Piano I.
Prerequisite: HU 3121
HU 3123 PIANO III 3.00
A continuation of Beginning Piano II.
Prerequisite: HU 3121 and HU 3122.
HU 3124 PIANO IV 3.00
A continuation of Beginning Piano III.
Prerequisite: HU 3121, HU 3122 and HU 3123
HU 3126 APPLIED GUITAR FOR BEGINNERS 3.00
The course will begin with classical style finger picking,
tone production, sight-reading and tuning techniques.
Students will learn both plectrum and finger-style
strumming techniques, and will play basic Jazz, Pop and
Blues chord progressions. Chord theory and symbol
notation will be explained, and the course will conclude
with the introduction to basic arranging techniques.
Students will complete a performance project. Periodic
in-class performances will be required. Students must
have an acoustic guitar.
HU 3127 VOICE I 3.00
For anyone who enjoys singing. Covers breathing, tone
and vocal production. Students sing songs from the
classical literature as well as popular tunes.
HU 3128 VOICE II 3.00
A continuation of HU 3127.
HU 3133 VOICE FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 3.00
Designed to give teachers of young children a basic
Class includes songs, chants and musical games using
simple homemade instruments and props.
HU 3140 CHORUS AND BASIC MUSICIANSHIP 3.00
This course is designed to introduce students to
fundamentals of singing in a group. Repertoire will be
drawn from a wide range of choral styles and periods.
Students will learn basic musicianship skills (reading
pitches and rhythms, and recognition of intervals) and
vocal techniques (vocal placement and diction). The
semester will culminate in public performance at MCC.
HU 3142 GUITAR II 3.00
A continuation of the skills learned in Guitar I. Upon
entering this class students must have established
basic fingerpicking and plectrum techniques and be
able to read in the 1st position. Sight-reading will be
reviewed and expanded to the 2nd and 5th positions of
the guitar Rock, jazz and blues improvisational
techniques will be studied using modes, minor scales,
pentatonic scales, blues scales, arpeggios and
memorized patterns. Chord symbols and chord
progressions will be studied in detail. Ensemble playing,
ear-training and advanced rhythmic skills will be
focused on throughout the course. Note: Acoustic and
electric guitars (bring your own small amp) welcome.
HU 3144 CHORUS II 1.00
A continuation of Chorus I for 1 credit. Students will not
be required to take the basic musicianship part of the
course, but will join the chorus for the rehearsal portion
of the class.
HU 4101 INTRODUCTION TO THEATER 3.00
Drama, unlike other forms of literature, finds its life
beyond the book and easy chair; in order to understand
drama we must understand the many facets of the live
theater. This overview course provides for reading,
seeing and evaluating plays, as well as the study of
playwriting, play production, directing, design and
acting.
HU 4102 HISTORY OF THEATER 3.00
Familiarizes students with the major periods of world
theatrical history and with the evolution of theater
between periods. Among others, the periods include
Ancient Greek, Italian Renaissance, Elizabethan, French
Classic, and Modern. Note: This course satisfies the
Written Communication Intensive Value.
HU 4103 MODERN DRAMA 3.00
Explores the significant theatrical movements and
theories of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries,
beginning with Ibsen and including contemporary, living
playwrights. Plays are selected and studied from the
point of view of the director, actor and designer.
Attending area theatrical events is required for
discussion and analysis. Note: This course satisfies the
Written Communication Intensive Value.
HU 4104 MUSICAL THEATER 3.00
An introduction to the lively world of musical theater
and its history. This laboratory course explores the
three distinct skills of performing in a musical: acting,
singing, and dancing. The course is individualized
according to the students’ needs and culminates in the
staging of a book scene and musical number for the
class as a whole. Topics include: acting and “selling”
the song, classic and contemporary musical theater,
and basic choreography. Previous performing
experience is not required.
HU 4106 SHAKESPEARE 3.00
The world of William Shakespeare, examined in a global
context, in Elizabethan London. We’ll study his poetic
and dramatic vision by reading select poems and plays
and by examining themes dealing with inequalities in
race, religion, gender and age. We’ll see some plays live
or on film, and read some scenes aloud in class. Note:
This course satisfies the Values or Ethics or Social
Policy Intensive Value.
HU 4107 INTRODUCTION TO TV PRODUCTION 3.00
A hands-on introduction to producing audio-visual and
video materials. The course includes TV writing, sound,
camera and editing techniques. Working in teams,
students produce their own videos. Note: This course
satisfies the Technology or Environmental or Health
Intensive Value.
HU 4110 SPEECH FOR THEATER 3.00
The course is individualized according to the students’
needs. Topics covered are phonetics, breath support,
vocal flexibility, and articulation.
HU 4111 INTRODUCTION TO ACTING 3.00
An introduction to the craft of acting for the beginning
or curious student. Group and individual work
emphasizes the use of the body and voice as expressive
instruments. The course explores “how-to”
fundamentals as well as improvisational and scripted
materials. A monologue presentation is the culminating
event. Out-of-class rehearsal is required.
HU 4112 SCENE STUDY 3.00
Explorers interpretation, characterization, and the
analytical aspects of working on a scene. The course
uses standard acting exercises and improvisation to
approach truthful behavior onstage. Out of class
rehearsal is required with scene partner(s).
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor or HU 4111.
HU 4113 SCENE STUDY II 3.00
Building on the work of HU 4112, this course continues
to chart the architecture of a scene using actions,
obstacles, and beats. Additional scene work examines
classic playwrights.
Prerequisite: HU 4112
HU 4114 OFFSTAGE: MANAGEMENT AND
PRODUCTION 3.00
A practical course, which explores the ways of taking a
play “from the page to the stage.” The MCC Theatre
Company serves as a laboratory for understanding and
applying a director’s concept and for learning the
theater’s computerized systems. A field trip to the
region’s only professional theater, Merrimack Repertory
Theatre, enhances the students’ new knowledge of
offstage life in the theater. This course requires no
experience in theater and does not focus on acting.
Note: This course satisfies the Computer Literacy
Intensive Value.
HU 4115 THEATER PRACTICE 3.00
Theater Practice is given in conjunction with the
production of the MCC Theatre Company. Rehearsals
and/or production calls serve as laboratories in which
the student will provide an essential function of the
Theater Company, such as design, production or
business management. Each student writes a contract
with the instructor, which includes regular journaling as
a catalogue of learning. Students submit proposals for
future Theater Company productions. The course is
repeatable to a maximum of 12 credits.
Note: Permission of Instructor is required.
HU 4116 DIRECTING 3.00
An introduction to the craft of directing. With
comprehensive script analysis, students chart the
architecture of a play as the foundation for interpreting
a production. Practical application introduces the
student to techniques for communicating with actors
and the audience, as well as basic principles of design
and composition. Topics include casting, rehearsal,
group leadership, and time management.
Prerequisite: HU 4111
HU 4118 IMPROVISATION 3.00
An introductory course in improvisational acting that
strives to free the voice, body, emotions and intellect as
tools for acting. The students will perform exercises to
overcome those inhibitions that keep them from
presenting in public in the way they choose. The
exercises will develop the student’s sense of
theatricality and their credibility as well as their ability
to approach scene work with more freedom.
HU 4121 INTRODUCTION TO MODERN DANCE 3.00
Presents techniques of modern dance, including
movement, improvisation, choreography, and
composition. Designed to give beginners a broad
perspective, the course offers instruction in dance
history and aspects of dance productions. Note: Wear
leotards or flexible clothing. Barefoot, jazz shoes, or
socks are acceptable. No outside sneakers (dance
sneakers permitted) or street clothes.
HU 4122 JAZZ DANCE 3.00
An introduction to the art and technique of jazz dance.
Students will increase flexibility and awareness of body
placement and musicality through blues, hip-hop, and
lyrical styles. Consecutive classes will build on
previously introduced steps and vocabulary. Integration
of new information will be facilitated through reading
and writing assignment. Note: Wear leotards or flexible
clothing. Barefeet, jazz shoes, or socks are acceptable.
No outside sneakers {dance sneakers permitted}or
street clothes. Reading materials provided by instructor.
HU 4123 INTRODUCTION TO CAMBODIANDANCE: HISTORY AND MOTION 3.00
This hands-on course will teach the basic movements
of Cambodia’s elegant and ancient classical dance
form, as well as lively and upbeat folk dances that
celebrate everyday village life. Students will learn about
the legendary ceremonies and customs of Cambodian
people, and discover how Cambodian dance symbolizes
the beauty and spirituality of Khmer culture. Students
will also learn the popular “Roam Vong,” the circle
dance that is part of every social gathering in
Cambodian communities in the U.S. and around the
world. The course is taught by master teachers from
Lowell’s nationally recognized Angkor Dance Troupe.
HU 4125 WEST AFRICAN DANCE 3.00
Through a social context, this participatory course
provides a performance-oriented exploration of
traditional West African dance forms most widely
taught in the United States. Focusing on dance
movements that originated in such West African
countries as Senegal, Mali, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Ghana,
Guinea, and Liberia, this course emphasizes the
language of drum and dance movements as artistic
expressions of the daily social-cultural experiences of
traditional West African societies. Note: Required
proper dance attire may include either wrapped skirts
over leotard, other garments, or loose, baggy pants and
tops.
HU 4126 PLAYMAKING: WRITING PLAYS WITH CHILDREN 3.00
This course provides the student with the necessary
skills to use theater as a teaching tool. Using multicultural
children’s stories as source material, we will
“make plays” to improve the basic concepts of
communication, cooperation, and group process. Both
teachers and children benefit from using theater as a
creative instrument to enhance self-confidence and
self-esteem, and it’s fun! Note: This course satisfies the
Multicultural or Global Awareness Intensive Value.
HU 4138 TELEVISION PRODUCTION II 3.00
Students extend their basic TV production skills by
exploring the aesthetic, narrative and technical
principles common to both film and video. They apply
these concepts to create their own dramatic or nonfictional
productions.
Prerequisite: HU 4107
HU 4140 AUDITION WORKSHOP 3.00
Improve your auditioning skills by experiencing a
simulated audition process. Students will be coached
on the selection, preparation and performance of two
pieces suitable for the StageSource auditions in
Boston. This course also covers the business of acting
including photos, resumes, casting directors, unions,
open calls and tips for developing a practical plan for
beginning a career in the theater. Students should bring
two age-appropriate, contemporary monologues to the
first class.
HU 5101 INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY 3.00
An introductory study of traditional and contemporary
philosophies and an analysis of how their ideas apply to
living today. Students in the course explore such issues
as: the meaning and purpose of life, the nature of
religious belief, the justification of moral values, and the
meaning of human freedom. Note: This course satisfies
the Multicultural or Global Awareness and Written
Communication Intensive Value.
Prerequisite: Eligible for EN 1103.
HU 5121 ETHICS AND SOCIETY 3.00
An introductory study of traditional and contemporary
ethical philosophies and an analysis of how they apply
to the chief moral issues of our time. Students in the
course explore such moral virtues as courage,
compassion and generosity, as well as moral vices like
greed, envy, and hypocrisy. Relevant moral issues such
as abortion, euthanasia, and our obligation to feed the
poor are discussed. Note: This course satisfies the
Values or Ethics or Social Policy Intensive Value.
Prerequisite: Placement above or successful
completion of EN 2103 .
Recommendation: Concurrent enrollment in EN 2122 or
EN 2131 if CPT reading placement test is between 68
and 75.
HU 5122 BUSINESS ETHICS 3.00
An introductory study of traditional and contemporary
ethical philosophies and how they apply to
contemporary business practices. The course explores
such issues as worker’s rights, discrimination, truth in
advertising, and the obligation of business to
consumers. Note: This course satisfies the Values or
Ethics or Social Policy Intensive Value.
Prerequisite: Placement above or successful
completion of EN 2103 Recommendation: Concurrent
enrollment in EN 2122 or EN 2131 if CPT reading
placement test is between 68 and 75.
HU 5123 COMPUTERS, ETHICS, AND SOCIETY 3.00
This course is an introductory study of the diverse role
computers and information technology play in various
societies throughout the world. The course will include
an analysis and discussion of the social, political, and
economic impact of computers and information
technology, an examination of workplace and ethical
dilemmas created by computers and information
technology, and inquiry into the philosophical and
psychological implications of these new technologies.
Prerequisite: EN 2103 or higher placement and eligible
for EN 1103.
HU 5127 TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIETY 3.00
An introductory study of the major technological
innovations of modern times and an analysis of the
ways they have influenced the people who use them.
Students explore the impact of such technological
developments as: the clock, the assembly line, the
automobile, television, the computer, and biotechnical
inventions. Includes an analysis and discussion of
ethical dilemmas created by technical developments.
Note: This course satisfies the Health or Technology or
Environment Intensive Value.
HU 8101 SPEECH 3.00
Basic communication skills required for effective
composition and delivery in both public speaking and
informal discussion. Beginning experiences with small
group interaction, public reading and public speaking.
HU 8102 SPEECH II 3.00
Building on the skills learned in Speech, this course
examines the theories and elements of reasoning for
debates and argumentation. Through individual
presentations, discussions and team debates, students
will practice the principles of effective argumentation
applying psychological, motivational, and analytical
methods.
Prerequisite: HU 8101
HU 8107 PUBLIC RELATIONS 3.00
This course provides students with the history of public
relations and the future trends in the field. Students will
develop and enhance their creativity, reasoning,
listening, speaking and writing skills through public
relations analysis, promotional material development,
and event management. Public Relations activities
include interpersonal and group discussion, the writing
of press releases, developing press kits, managing
press conferences, working with an organization, and
developing a public relations campaign.
HU 8109 MEDIA LAW 3.00
An examination of legal and moral dilemmas
confronting reporters, editors and producers. Students
will read cases involving defamation, copyright
HU 8111 INTRODUCTION TO JOURNALISM 3.00
This course will present basic techniques and
procedures involved in publishing a newspaper. It will
cover all phases of production, from newsgathering to
distribution. The approach will be both theoretical and
practical. Certain topics and techniques must be
learned and will be tested. In addition the class will
produce “The Campus Report,” the college newspaper,
to demonstrate application of learned theories and
techniques. Note: This course satisfies the Written
Communication Intensive Value.
Prerequisite: EN 1101 or placement into EN 1103.
HU 8112 JOURNALISM II 3.00
Building on the principles learned in Introduction to
Journalism, this course gives students practice in
handling multiple sources and breaking stories. It also
provides advanced work in interviewing and writing
under deadline pressure, as well as experience in copy
editing, headline writing, photo selection and page
layout. Students will apply their skills by participating in
the publication of “The Campus Report,” the college
newspaper.
Prerequisite: HU 8111 and EN 1103
HU 8114 MEDIA ETHICS AND ISSUES 3.00
This course examines the responsibilities of the news
media and the ethical issues facing decision makers in
journalism. Students will be exposed to the principles
found in the codes of ethics utilized by professional
journalists. Additionally, how to interpret the day’s news
and the function of the newspaper, news magazine and
news broadcast will also be considered. Note: This
course satisfies the Values or Ethics or Social Policy
intensive value.
Prerequisite: Eligible for EN 1103.
HU 8116 BROADCAST WRITING 3.00
The study and practice of writing for the broadcast
media. Style and formats, clarity for news releases,
editorials, features, documentaries, fictional scripts,
public service announcements, promotions and
commercial messages. Develops skill in writing for a
variety of audiences.
HU 8117 RADIO PROGRAMMING 3.00
An introduction to how radio stations are programmed,
including various formats and the duties and
responsibilities of program, news, promotion, and public
affairs directors, air talents, and sales personnel.
Students will practice how to speak well, and learn how
to deliver commercials, public service announcements,
news, music, and sports.
Prerequisite: One semester with a 2.00 grade point
average or better.
HU 8118 RADIO PRODUCTION 3.00
Radio stations air two basic types of programming: 1)
live, on-air, usually studio based shows, or 2) prerecorded
materials made for later broadcast. Radio
production specialists generate the second category.
They plan, create, produce and edit such program
segments as commercials, promos, public service
announcements, news reports, documentaries and
radio dramas. In this course, students learn production
concepts and editing techniques, then apply them as
they create their own broadcast-quality projects.
HU 8119 MAGAZINE FEATURE WRITING 3.00
Magazine writing focuses on writing feature articles for
magazines, newspapers, newsletters, and other
publications, including online editions. Students will
write three short features and one longer article
suitable for publication. Emphasis will be on formulating
ideas, researching and writing feature articles on
subjects of your personal interest, which may include
Arts, Living, Health, Sports, Politics, History, Literature,
Family, Criminal Justice. Technology, Etc. Note: This
course satisfies the Written Communication Intensive
Value.
Prerequisite: EN 1103
HU 8120 MAGAZINE FEATURE WRITING AND PUBLISHING 3.00
Magazine feature writing is creative, non-fiction that
can cover virtually any field of interest. Students will not
only review the basic elements of good feature writing,
but also learn the editing and decision-making skills
needed to produce a magazine. Students will write
original features and analyze previously published
articles. One of the goals of this course will be to
produce and publish a magazine of student writings.
Prerequisite: EN 1103.
HU 8121 CREATIVE WRITING I 3.00
The forms of poetry, the short story and the novel are
explored through each student’s written efforts to find
the genre in which he/she is most comfortable. All
classes are seminars in which each individual is
expected to assume, at various and appropriate times,
the roles of author-reader, critic and editor.
Prerequisite: EN 1103
HU 8123 CREATIVE WRITING II 3.00
A continuation of Creative Writing I. Examines the
techniques of fiction and poetry through the study of a
few writers and through discussion of student
manuscripts.
Prerequisite: EN 1105
HU 8125 CREATIVE WRITING AND PUBLISHING 3.00
Students enrolled in this course will seek to write
poetry, fiction, and drama with an eye towards
publication. Students will employ a process of editing
and revision to improve their own works, as well as
participate in the editorial and decision-making
processes that go into producing a magazine. One of
the goals of this class will be to produce and publish a
magazine of student writings.
HU 8312 JOURNALISM INTERNSHIP FOR THE PRINT MEDIA 3.00
Upon completion of HU 8111, Introduction to
Journalism, students may apply to take a 120-hour
internship at one of several print media facilities within
commuting distance of the MCC campuses. Each
student will work with a journalism faculty member for
the duration of the internship as well as an editor. An
Internship Request Form must be submitted to the
Communications Chairperson for approval at least three
weeks prior to the end of the semester preceding the
beginning of the internship. Students will be expected to
keep a weekly log of their activities and maintain a
portfolio of all their published work. This internship will
afford the students the opportunity to gain first-hand
experience as a practicing news reporter or
photographer.
Prerequisites: HU 8111, Introduction to Journalism
HU 9001 CREATIVE WRITING II HONORS SEMINAR 3.00
This course examines the techniques of fiction and
poetry through works of selected writers and through
workshop discussion of student manuscripts. Students
will learn how to put their writing into manuscript format
with the intent of submission consideration for small
presses, contests, chapbooks and magazines. This is an
intensive seminar in which each participant is expected
to assume, at various and appropriate times, the roles of
author-reader, critic and editor.
Prerequisite: 12 credits with a GPA of 3.2, EN1105,
Creative Writing I or permission of instructor through a
sample of your writing or by recommendation.
HU 9111 THE AMERICAN DREAM 3.00
This seminar will focus on the rich heritage of ideas that
Americans have developed to define and describe
themselves and their dreams. The course will examine
the founding period, the westward movement,
industrialization, urbanization, and immigration through
the arts: prose, poetry, drama, music, music theater,
dance, painting, sculpture, photography, and film. In
addition to the classroom experience, there will be
individual and group projects, guest speakers, artists’
presentations and field trips. Note: This course satisfies
the Written Communication Intensive Value.
Prerequisites: Completion of EN 1103. Note: This
course may be taken for honors credit.
Recommendations: B- or better in EN 1103 or
permission of instructor.