Addendum

Addendum to the 2024-25 NMC Catalog

The information contained in this catalog addendum is provided as an update and in addition to the Academic Catalog effective March 2024.

ACADEMIC CALENDAR UPDATE:

Spring 2025

  • NMC Jan. Conference (Faculty and Staff):  Tuesday, January 7, 2025

course updates:

 
BIO 115 -  General Biology I  

Credit Hours: 4, Contact Hours: 6

Division: Science Math

An introduction to fundamental concepts in biology that include investigations and discussions in ecology, evolution and biodiversity. Laboratory includes field work and investigative exercises which illustrate discussion topics and real world applications. Students will be participating in novel research projects. Emphasis is placed on biological literacy. Group 1 course. Quantitative Reasoning. Change: Biology 115 and 116 can be taken in either order.

Recommended Prerequisite(s): ENG 111, MTH 111

Corequisites: BIO 115L

 
BIO 116 -  General Biology II  

Credit Hours: 4, Contact Hours: 6

Division: Science Math

An introduction to fundamental concepts in biology that includes investigations and discussions of cellular biology and the genetic basis for life. Laboratory includes field work and investigative exercises which illustrate discussion topics. Students will be participating in novel research projects. Emphasis is placed on biological literacy. Group 1 lab course. Group 1 course. Quantitative Reasoning. Change: Biology 115 and 116 can be taken in either order.

Recommended Prerequisite(s): BIO 115, ENG 111, MTH 111

Corequisites: BIO 116L

SEARCH COURSES UPDATES:

  • BIO 115 - Cell, Plant & Ecosystem Biology is now General Biology I.
  • BIO 115L - Cell, Plant & Ecosystem Biology Lab is now General Biology I Lab.
  • BIO 116 - Genetic, Evolution, Animal Bio is now General Biology II.
  • BIO 116L - Genetic, Evolu, Animal Bio Lab is now General Biology II Lab.
  • BIO 227: Required Prerequisite(s): MTH 111 and ENG 11/111 or ENG 111 both may taken concurrently.                                                       Updated:  MTH 111 or MTH 120, and ENG 11/11 or ENG 111; both may be taken concurrently.
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  • ENV 101 -  Introduction to Environmental Science  

    Credit Hours: 4, Contact Hours: 5

    Division: Science Math

    This course introduces students to a broad range of environmental issues, and the science behind those issues with the intent to promote a more sustainable future. Local, regional, national, and global issues will be discussed that pertain to natural resource management, pollution prevention, climate change, and the effects on ecological systems and biodiversity. Group 1 course. Quantitative Reasoning.

    Required Prerequisite(s): MTH 100 or equivalent
    Recommended Prerequisite(s): ENG 111
    ENV 101L -  Intro to Enviro Science Lab  

    Credit Hours: 0, Contact Hours: 0

    Division: Science Math

    See catalog description for ENV 101 Quantitative Reasoning.

    prerequisite updates:

    ELE 210 - Electrical Code Studies I..........Credit Hours: 3, Contact Hours: 3

    Required Prerequisite(s): ELE 126

    ACADEMIC PROGRAM UPDATES:

    dental assistant ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

    Enrollment in any Dental Assistant (HDA) course requires admission to the dental assistant program or approval from the dental assistant program director.

    The following are required for admission:

    1. High school or college transcript 2.0 minimum GPA, or successful GED completion.
    2. Mathematics:  Math competency may be fulfilled by completing MTH 100 Quantitative Literacy with a grade of 2.0 or better, or placement into any math course higher than MTH 100 Quantitative Literacy.
    3. Communications: Placement into ENG 111 English Composition or higher.  Change: Communications: Placement into ENG 11/111 English Composition or higher.