This course provides basic instruction in the correct form and use of the Spanish language. Study concentrates on oral and written comprehension of simple Spanish, verbal expression of personal themes, pronunciation and grammar.

This course provides the student with basic electrical theory involved in the production and use of electrical energy. In addition, the student practices basic direct current circuitry calculations and rigging skills including basic knots and splices pertaining to the electrical industry.

In this course, projects, reports and discussions are coordinated to relate to the student's employment situation, which must be in an approved refrigeration or air conditioning occupation. A training agreement and an evaluation are required of each student.

This course is a continuation of coding guidelines using the current procedural classification systems. Students will practice assigning procedure codes to clinical information found in a health record while maintaining ethical coding standards.

This course covers the knowledge base associated with the Minnesota Power-Limited Technician license and includes all of the topics identified in the Minnesota Board of Electricity PLT study guide. Subjects covered include those found in the National Electrical Code and in Minnesota laws and rules. Additional subjects covered include technical terminology, formulas and procedures that are essential elements of the PLT examination, not all of which are found in the NEC.

Meets MnTC Goal Areas 2, 6 and 7. This course introduces students to children's literature. Students read and respond to diverse, traditional and contemporary texts. Emphasis is placed on reading, analyzing, interpreting and evaluating children's literature from various contextual frameworks, such as the development of the genre, cognitive development, censorship and depictions of family, race and gender.

The emphasis of this clinical rotation will be on positioning and manipulation of mammographic equipment and accessories during imaging procedures of the breasts. This course will also address quality improvement procedures specific to mammography equipment and procedures.

This course provides the student with a working knowledge of blueprints and specifications. The student gains an understanding of blueprints, then interprets and applies this knowledge to job situations.

Meets MnTC Goal Area 3. This course provides an overview of the structure and function of microorganisms, including archaea, bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. Students will examine the molecular diversity, genetics, physiology and ecology of these organisms in relation to microbial evolution, industrial and applied applications, and host-pathogen interactions. Lecture is accompanied by laboratory experiences, including aseptic technique, differential staining procedures, cultural and physical characteristics, biochemical testing, microbial control, microbiology of water and soil, and identification of unknown cultures.

This course will cover the procedures used in repair, inspection, rebuilding and alignment of steering and suspension systems. Vehicle Department of Transportation inspections will also be covered.