Summer Semester 2018 - Credit Courses

Complete Credit Course Offering with Descriptions - All Locations

May 29, 2018 - August 3, 2018

Please Note: The information on this page
is subject to change.

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FVCC accepts applications on a rolling basis. We recommend applications be submitted a week before the beginning of each semester; however, we will continue to accept applications for a semester if students are interested in our late starting courses.
To get started, please visit www.fvcc.edu/apply.
 
For questions, please contact the Admissions and Registration office at (406) 756-3846 or (406) 756-3848.

This information was last updated on Thursday, August 16, 2018 at 4:06:23 PM

Links to:    Summer Session A Schedule    ***    Summer Session B Schedule    ***    Summer Session C Schedule
 Activities: General
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Physical Education         Activities (General)
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ACT_150_01Beginning Yoga
Meets: 5/30/2018-6/27/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
1crMW9:00AM-11:30AMBC 1447S Behringer
Add'l Fee: $50.00
 

The purpose of this course is to introduce student to Hatha Yoga physical exercise. The yoga postures exercise every part of the body; stretching and toning the muscles and joints, the spine and the entire skeletal system. Postures also work on the internal organs, glands, and nerves. By releasing physical and mental tension, they also liberate vast resources of energy as well as maintaining the balance between the mind and body. This course may be repeated for a total of two credits. Students receiving financial aid or veterans' benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this course.


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AHMA_220_01Phlebotomy
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: This course currently has a waitlist. Please contact Sam Kujala at 406-756-4364 for more information.
3crTh

Th
9:00AM-12:00PM

1:00PM-3:15PM
BC 118

BC 118
4K Leaser

D Hatcher

K Leaser

D Hatcher

Add'l Fee: $90.00
 

Prerequisites: Medical Lab Technology department consent.The profession of phlebotomy is taught through lecture, student laboratory, and clinical experiences. The course will focus on skill development in the performance of a variety of blood collection methods using proper techniques and standard precautions. Topics include vacuum collection devices, syringes, capillary skin puncture, butterfly needles and blood culture, and specimen collection on adults. Collection of specimens from children and infants is discussed. Emphasis will be placed on infection prevention, patient identification, specimen labeling, quality assurance, specimen handling, processing, accessioning, professionalism, ethics, and medical terminology. Students will learn the theory and principles of CLIA-waived laboratory tests. Students will complete a minimum of 40 hours classroom/lab training. Clinical hours will be completed via AHMA 221.


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AHMS_144_01Medical Terminology
Meets: 7/2/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: This is a late starting course.
3crMTW9:00AM-11:45AMBC 1205E Funk
 

A systematic approach to scientific terminology, this course prepares students to function properly in fields related to the medical profession. Familiarity with word elements and competent use of a medical dictionary are emphasized.


AHMS_144_80Medical Terminology
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
3crArrArrangedOnline3K Ryan
 

A systematic approach to scientific terminology, this course prepares students to function properly in fields related to the medical profession. Familiarity with word elements and competent use of a medical dictionary are emphasized.


AHMS_144_81Medical Terminology
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
3crArrArrangedOnline14K Ryan
 

A systematic approach to scientific terminology, this course prepares students to function properly in fields related to the medical profession. Familiarity with word elements and competent use of a medical dictionary are emphasized.


 Allied Health: Physical TherapistCredDaysTimeRoomSeats
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AHPT_225_01Semnr in Physcl Thrpst Assist
Meets: 5/29/2018-7/24/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Only Meets May 29-31 and July 17-24, 2018.
3crArrArrangedArranged0J Heil

J Robertson

Add'l Fee: $300.00
 

Prerequisites: AHPT 101, AHPT 105, AHPT 201, AHPT 205, AHPT 206, AHPT 213, AHPT 215, AHPT 218, and AHPT 220. Corequisite: AHPT 230.This concentrated course is designed to integrate skills and techniques from previous clinical experiences and from the coursework presented throughout the PTA program. It focuses on presentation of comprehensive treatment plans utilizing all treatment skills and techniques learned during the previous semesters. The students will be expected to prepare and present a case study that will follow the patient through the continuum of care. Students will be required to relate sociological, physical, and psychological aspects of illness and injury to their projects. Preparation for the state's licensure exam is covered in this course, including the Practice Exam and Assessment Tool (PEAT) and/or Scorebuilders. Students will also develop a professional portfolio providing evidence of competency, self-assessment and career goals.


AHPT_295_01Clinical: Experience III
Meets: 6/4/2018-7/13/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
4crArrArrangedArranged0J Robertson
 

Prerequisites: AHPT 101, AHPT 201, AHPT 205, AHPT 206, AHPT 210, AHPT 213, AHPT 215, AHPT 218, and AHPT 220.Corequisite: AHPT 225.This is the third of three full-time clinical experiences during which the student develops proficiency in physical therapy procedures, understanding of clinical responsibilities and supervisory relationships with a minimum competence necessary to graduate as an entry-level physical therapist assistant and become an active participant of the health care team. This course will include a six-week clinical rotation at an approved site.


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AHXR_295_01Radiographic Clinical: III
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Students must be accepted into the Radiologic (X-Ray) Technology Program through a competitive application process to take AHXR courses.
8crArrArrangedArranged6C Bench
Add'l Fee: $20.00
 

Prerequisite: AHXR 195-Radiographic Clinicial: II. This course rotates students through various pre-assigned shifts and clinical sites. Experience is gained by performing exams under the supervision of staff technologists during early morning, midday, late evening, and weekend shifts. Sites are multiple and varied providing the students with diversity in patient conditions and types of exams.


 Art: Visual Arts
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Photography         Art History         Visual Arts         Jewelry         Film         Graphic Design
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ARTZ_105F_01Visual Language-Drawing I
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
3crTTh9:00AM-1:00PMAT 1079T Semple
Add'l Fee: $20.00
 

This course, a presentation to art students with varying degrees of talent and exposures to instruction, is designed to help each student develop his or her own unique style. Considerable emphasis is placed upon the perception of the draftsperson and problems arising from the representation of three-dimensional objects on two-dimensional planes. Exercises using a variety of media and papers will occupy a great portion of this course. Class problems and assignments are planned to meet the individual needs of all students. Uniformity is not the aim. The major aim is the exposure to, and subsequent assimilation of, basic drawing "tools".


ARTZ_221F_01Painting I
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
3crTTh1:30PM-5:30PMAT 1074T Semple
Add'l Fee: $20.00
 

This elementary painting course seeks to acquaint students with the basic tools of the painter, focusing on technique and materials. Each assignment is tailored to both satisfy the need for individual expression and to present a vehicle for the practice of new techniques.


ARTZ_224F_01Watercolor I
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
3crT9:00AM-4:50PMAT 11115J Li
Add'l Fee: $20.00
 

A study of the history, materials, techniques and presentation of transparent watercolor, this course considers a variety of subject matter. Summer classes will be conducted "en plein air" (outdoors) weather permitting.


ARTZ_225_01Watercolor Studio: Watercolor II
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
3crT9:00AM-4:50PMAT 11115J Li
Add'l Fee: $20.00
 

Prerequisite: ARTZ 224 or instructor's consent.An in-depth continuation of ARTZ 224, this course is a study of the history, materials, techniques, and presentation of transparent watercolor with a variety of subject matter considered. This course may be repeated for a total of nine credits. Students receiving financial aid or veterans' benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this course.


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BGEN_122_80App Bus Allied Health Math
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
4crArrArrangedOnline15K West
 

Prerequisites: CAPP 106, M 065 or instructor's consent.This course reviews the use of basic mathematical concepts as they apply to business and health fields. Spreadsheets will be used to calculate cash reconciliations, payroll, discounts, interest, taxes, depreciation, inventory, time value of money, systems of measurement, and performing conversions in measurement, temperature, and time.


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BIOB_101NL_80Discover Biology
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
Note: The lab portion of this class requires a LabPaq that costs an additional $300. Due to the online nature of the course students need to order textbook and labpaq when you register.
4crArrArrangedOnline5H Helmstetler
 

This course, designed for non-biology majors, is a survey of organization and complexity of living organisms, including biological macromolecules, cell structure and function, metabolism and nutrition, reproduction, development, heredity, and the diversity of living organisms and their ecological relationships. General education credit can be earned for either BIOB 101 or BIOB 160, but not both. Laboratory work is included.


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BIOH_211NL_01Human Anat Phys II
Meets: 5/29/2018-6/29/2018
Kalispell Campus
4crMTTh

TTh
8:00AM-11:00AM

12:00PM-3:00PM
BC 117

BC 116
2S Antley
Add'l Fee: $50.00
 

Prerequisite: BIOH 201 or instructor's consent.In this continuation of BIOH 201, students are presented with a systematic exposure to the structural and functional workings of the cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, excretory, and reproductive systems. Laboratory included.


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BIOO_115N_01Practical Botany
Meets: 6/15/2018-6/24/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: Only Meets: Lecture F 6/15, 6/22 and Lab S/SU 6/16-6/17 and 6/23 - 6/24.Note: This is a late starting course.
3crF

SSu
6:00PM-8:30PM

8:30AM-5:50PM
RH 126

Field
6E Horowitz
Add'l Fee: $20.00
 

Introduction to the principles of botany, this course covers plants, their structure, growth and taxonomy as related to manipulation and utilization with emphasis on the identification and uses of local native plants.


BIOO_215N_01Field Botany
Meets: 6/4/2018-7/2/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: This class meets Mondays only - 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25, and 7/2. Note: This is a late starting course.
3crM8:30AM-5:50PMRH 1264M McCarthy
Add'l Fee: $30.00
 

This course is an introduction to plant associations, including identification of plants emphasizing native flora with consideration of their environment. Field work may include hiking up to two miles on rugged, steep terrain.


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BMGT_205C_80Prof Business Communication
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
3crArrArrangedOnline1C Jones
 

Prerequisite: WRIT 095 or instructor's consent.TASK 110 and TASK 111 are recommended.This course is designed to increase your competency as a communicator. The course will review basic communication skills including listening, written and oral. Study principles and techniques of business letters, memos, and reports using the direct, indirect and persuasive approaches. Emphasis will be on communicating for employment—resume, application letter, interview. Some emphasis on oral communication, conducting meetings, intercultural communications business technology and internet communication.


BMGT_205C_81Prof Business Communication
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
3crArrArrangedOnline4C Jones
 

Prerequisite: WRIT 095 or instructor's consent.TASK 110 and TASK 111 are recommended.This course is designed to increase your competency as a communicator. The course will review basic communication skills including listening, written and oral. Study principles and techniques of business letters, memos, and reports using the direct, indirect and persuasive approaches. Emphasis will be on communicating for employment—resume, application letter, interview. Some emphasis on oral communication, conducting meetings, intercultural communications business technology and internet communication.


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BMIS_211_80Intro to Bus Decision Support
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
Note: Although not required to purchase, students will be using MS Office 2016 Professional.
4crArrArrangedOnline6P MacGregor
 

A project and problem-solving course,the focus is on the implementation of spreadsheets and databases to solve common business problems. Other topics discussed will include operating systems and word processing.


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BREW_298_01Internship: Prof Brewing
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
1crArrArrangedArranged8J Byers
 

Prerequisites: admission to the Brewing Science and Brewery Operations program and instructor's consent.This course offers a supervised, structured learning experience at an approved brewery. Students will receive training in brewery operations, enhance their academic learning, and gain exposure to the workplace. Prior to placement at an internship site, students will attend an internship orientation to learn the application and internship process. This course may be taken for one to two credits a semester and repeated once for up to a total of four credits. Students receiving financial aid or veteran's benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating the course.


BREW_298_02Internship: Prof Brewing
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
NOTE: This section is for off campus interns only.
1crArrArrangedArranged7J Byers
 

Prerequisites: admission to the Brewing Science and Brewery Operations program and instructor's consent.This course offers a supervised, structured learning experience at an approved brewery. Students will receive training in brewery operations, enhance their academic learning, and gain exposure to the workplace. Prior to placement at an internship site, students will attend an internship orientation to learn the application and internship process. This course may be taken for one to two credits a semester and repeated once for up to a total of four credits. Students receiving financial aid or veteran's benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating the course.


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CHMY_105NL_01Explorations in Chemistry
Meets: 5/21/2018-6/8/2018
Kalispell Campus
NOTE: This course only meets from 5/21/18 to 6/8/18. No class on 5/28/18.
4crMTWThF

MTWThF
8:30AM-11:30AM

12:30PM-2:30PM
RH 140

RH 100
10J Alexander
Add'l Fee: $55.00
 

Prerequisites: appropriate placement test score in math or grade of "C" or better in M 065 within the past 2 years, or chemistry department consent.An investigation of chemistry, including software and other tools, laboratory methods, and problem solving skills, topics in this course include the scientific method and its role in the continued development of chemistry; physical and chemical changes; chemical reactions; atoms, elements, and the periodic table; units of measure; dimensional analysis; uncertainty and propagation of error; states of matter; chemical bonding; writing and balancing chemical equations; naming chemical substances; and solving stoichiometry and limiting reactant problems.


CHMY_121NL_01Intro to General Chemistry
Meets: 5/29/2018-6/29/2018
Kalispell Campus
4crMTW

MTWTh
3:30PM-5:30PM

1:30PM-3:30PM
RH 105

RH 140
11J Ennist
Add'l Fee: $55.00
 

Prerequisites: appropriate score on chemistry placement exam, or grade of "B-" or better in CHMY 105NL within the past 2 years, or Chemistry Department consent. As the first semester of an introduction to general, inorganic, organic and biological chemistry, this course covers measurement systems, atomic structure, chemical periodicity, bonding, chemical reactions, acid-base chemistry, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry. Laboratory included.


CHMY_290x_01UG: Chem Ocngrph/French Polynesia
Meets: 5/24/2018-6/10/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: This class is associated with a study abroad program conducted in the South Pacific. Only students enrolled in that program are eligible to take this course. Prerequisites are CHMY121 and CHMY291.
3crArrArrangedArranged3D Long
 

Prerequisite: CHMY 291 and instructor's consent.This is a field course offered as part of an international studies experience in French Polynesia. The course gives students direct experience with an authentic scientific research environment. Student projects are carried out in coral reef environments, and the projects address important aspects of tropical marine water chemistry known to be crucial to coral reef ecosystems. In addition to the chemical sciences, this course incorporates participation in Polynesian food preparation, Polynesian arts including weaving, dance and music, visits to archaeological sites, and lectures by Tahitian elders. This course may be repeated for a total of nine credits. Students receiving financial aid or veteran's benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this course.


 Communication
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Communication         Speech         Journalism         Theatre
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COMX_111C_01Intro to Public Speaking
Meets: 5/29/2018-6/29/2018
Kalispell Campus
3crMTW10:00AM-12:45PMBC 1427C Bergin
 

This course focuses on preparation, presentation, and criticism of speeches. Emphasis on the development of public speaking techniques through constructive criticism.


COMX_111C_02Intro to Public Speaking
Meets: 7/2/2018-8/1/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
3crMTW12:30PM-3:15PMAT 20616J Kelly
 

This course focuses on preparation, presentation, and criticism of speeches. Emphasis on the development of public speaking techniques through constructive criticism.


COMX_115C_01Intro to Interpersonal Communctn
Meets: 5/29/2018-6/29/2018
Kalispell Campus
3crMTW9:00AM-11:45AMBSS 1101A Pearson
 

This course is a study of and practice in communication skills in professional life and in daily relationships.


COMX_115C_02Intro to Interpersonal Communctn
Meets: 7/2/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: This is a late starting course.
3crMTW9:00AM-11:45AMAT 2070A Pearson
 

This course is a study of and practice in communication skills in professional life and in daily relationships.


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CULA_111v_01Catering: Summer
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
2crArrArrangedArranged1M Hudak

D Misik

S Hayashi
 

This course provides practical work experience in catering for both on and off-premise college sanctioned events during the summer semester. Students are provided with an opportunity to showcase their knowledge and skills in culinary, baking, pastry, and management.


CULA_201_01Professional Chef III
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
6crArrArrangedArranged1M Hudak

D Misik

Add'l Fee: $378.00
 

Part III in the Professional Culinary Arts Series. This course integrates all culinary and baking skills learned to this point with more advanced techniques. Speed in production, teamwork, presentation/plating, and development of flavor continue to be emphasized and expanded upon. Students will incorporate procedures from all previous courses with an exploration of new topics, including international cuisine, American regional cuisine, garde manger, complex cakes, petit fours, chocolates, and basic sugar work.


CULA_210_01Nutritional Cooking
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
2crTh8:00AM-11:00AMAT 1541M Hudak
 

Prerequisite(s): CULA 105, CULA 110, Serv Safe CertificateThis course introduces students to the basic elements of nutrition, discusses nutritional menu planning, development of healthy recipes, and describes marketing nutrition in the hospitality industry. As consumer demands for healthful eating continue to increase, professionals in food service must have a thorough knowledge of nutrition to best meet and exceed those needs. The characteristics, functions and food sources of the major nutrients and the procedures used to maximize nutrient retention in preparation and storage of foods will be examined. Students will apply the principles of nutrient needs throughout the life cycle to menu planning and food production.


CULA_240_01Menu Planning
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
2crArrArrangedAT 1541D Misik
 

This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of menu construction. Emphasis is placed on the importance of the menu in creating a successful business. Throughout the semester, students will examine and analyze various models and learn how changes to the menu can markedly increase/decrease sales, create interest, meet individual tastes and nutritional needs, and be used as an important sales and marketing tool.


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ECP_130_01Emergency Med Technician
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: There will be one all day Saturday lab required for the class. Date will be scheduled by instructor.
6crTTh6:00PM-9:50PMBC 1076K Berndt
Add'l Fee: $185.00
 

EMT is considered the desired level of medical training by many EMS transport agencies. The course focuses on skill development in the primary responsibilities of the Emergency Medical Technician, which are to bring emergency medical care to victims of emergencies, to stabilize their condition, and to transport them safely and expeditiously to an appropriate facility. The course is a combination of classroom work, skills lab and practical experience. Upon successful completion of the course, graduates are eligible to sit for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification examinations. All aspects of authorization/certification are the responsibility of the student.


ECP_206_80EMS Case Studies
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
3crArrArrangedOnline3K Berndt
 

Prerequisite: program director's consent.This course provides an opportunity to study and manage trauma and medical emergencies from a case study perspective. Trauma topics include shock, head, spinal, thoracic and abdominal trauma, burns and environmental emergencies. Medical topics include respiratory and cardiac emergencies, neurologic emergencies, endocrine, hematology, infectious diseases, and anaphylaxis.


ECP_230_90Trauma
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Students must be accepted into the Paramedicine Program through an application process. Students need Program Director's signature prior to registration. Note: This is a blended course. Face to face and work online. Internet access required.
3crW9:00AM-9:50AMBC 1118D Petch
 

Prerequisite: program director's consent. This course provides an intensive look at the pathophysiology and management of trauma to include assessment of the trauma patient; management of head injuries, chest injuries, abdominal injuries, spinal injuries, orthopedic injuries; management of the multi-trauma patient, management of special airway problems, management of environmental emergencies and current trends in trauma management.


ECP_231_01Trauma Lab
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Students must be accepted into the Paramedicine Program through an application process. Students need Program Director's signature prior to registration.Also course will meet for two 8 hour days arranged by instructor.
1crW10:00AM-12:50PMBC 1118D Petch
Add'l Fee: $115.00
 

Prerequisite: program director's consent .This course allows the student to develop the necessary psychomotor skills to successfully manage a trauma patient, including: management of head injuries, chest injuries, abdominal injuries, spinal injuries, orthopedic injuries; management of the multi-trauma patient, management of special airway problems and current trends in trauma management.


ECP_234_90Medical Emergencies II
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Students must be accepted into the Paramedicine Program through an application process. Students need Program Director's signature prior to registration.Note: This is a blended course. Face to face and work online. Internet access required.
3crW1:00PM-2:15PMBC 1078J Pitts
 

Prerequisite: program director's consent This course provides an intensive look at the pathophysiology and management of medical emergencies to include nervous system, endocrine, the acute abdomen, anaphylaxis, toxicology and substance abuse, behavioral emergencies, infectious diseases, hematology, and geriatric emergencies.


ECP_235_80EMS Operations
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
Note: Students must be accepted into the Paramedicine Program through an application process. Students need Program Director's signature prior to registration.
3crArrArrangedOnline8J Pitts
 

Prerequisite: program director's consent.This course provides an in-depth look at EMS transport operations, incident management and multiple casualty incidents, vehicle extrication and special rescue, hazardous materials, terrorism, disaster response, and crime scene awareness. Students will also complete studies in National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) and Incident Command Systems (ICS).


ECP_236_01Medical II/EMS Ops Lab
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Students must be accepted into the Paramedicine Program through an application process. Students need Program Director's signature prior to registration.This course requires two 8 hour class days for PALS certification and four 4-hour Saturdays for EMS Operations Labs Schedule is arranged by instructor.
1crArrArrangedArranged8J Pitts
Add'l Fee: $115.00
 

Prerequisite: program director consent. This course provides the psychomotor component related to medical emergencies; EMS transport operations, incident management and multiple casualty incidents, vehicle extrication and special rescue, hazardous materials, terrorism, disaster response, and crime scene awareness. Students will also complete studies in National Incident Management Systems (NIMS and Incident Command Systems (ICS).


ECP_246_01Hospital Clinical II
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Students must be accepted into the Paramedicine Program through an application process. Students need Program Director's signature prior to registration.
6crArrArrangedKalispell
Regional
Medical
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8J Pitts

D Petch

Add'l Fee: $300.00
 

Prerequisite: program director consent.This course is a continuation of the clinical skills started in ECP 216. It provides the student with the opportunity to apple, in a clinical setting, the didactic knowledge and skills developed in the classroom and lab. This course serves as the final stage in assisting the student to become an employable EMS provider. Clinical skills addressed include electrocardiology; care of the critical patient; assessment and management of acute and chronic disease; pediatric care; obstetrical and neonatal care; and behavioral intervention techniques.


ECP_250_80NREMT Exam Prep
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
2crArrArrangedOnline3J Pitts
 

Prerequisite: program director's consent. This course prepares the paramedic student for the national registry paramedic exam. It is a review of the cognitive and affective behaviors taught throughout the fall and spring semesters of the paramedic program.


ECP_251_01NREMT Exam Prep Lab
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
2crArrArrangedArranged3K Berndt
Add'l Fee: $230.00
 

Prerequisite: program director's consent.This course prepares the paramedic student for the national registry paramedic psychomotor exam. It is a review of the psychomotor skills taught throughout the fall and spring semesters of the paramedicine program.


ECP_295_01Field Experience: Clinical III
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
8crArrArrangedArranged3J Pitts

D Petch

Add'l Fee: $300.00
 

Prerequisites: program director consent.This course provides the opportunity to apply, in the field, the didactic knowledge and skills developed in the classroom and lab. This course serves as the final field experience in assisting the student to become an employable EMS provider. Cognitive, psychomotor, and affective evaluation skills addressed include patient assessment, history gathering, treatment prioritizing, diagnostic impression, protocol knowledge, radio communication, written documentation, airway management, fluid/drug management, cardiac management, trauma and medical emergencies management, attitude, professionalism, assertiveness, and team leader qualities.


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EDU_270_80Instructional Technology
Meets: 7/2/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
Late Starting Course
Note: Late Starting Course.
3crArrArrangedOnline3D Rauscher
 

The purpose of this course is to teach pre-service educators how to use and manage technology in educational settings and communicate methods and reasons for using technology. This course focuses on the computer and its educational applications for pre-service teachers. An emphasis is placed on integrating computer tools into class instruction.


EDU_291x_80Developing Online Courses
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
Note: For FVCC instructors only.
6crArrArrangedOnline8J Wenz

J Harms
 

Special Topics are courses that can appear in any curriculum and are taught on a one-time or trial basis.


EDU_291y_80Teaching Online Courses
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
Note: For FVCC instructors only.
4crArrArrangedOnline8J Wenz

J Harms
 

Special Topics are courses that can appear in any curriculum and are taught on a one-time or trial basis.


EDU_294ej_01Wksp: Sup Diff Bhvrs Pblc Sch
Meets: 6/18/2018-6/22/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: This course is for FVCC Teacher Academy.
1crMTWThF12:30PM-3:30PMAT 20712J Stein

S Cole
 

In this course, teachers will learn strategies and processes for intervening with students who display difficult behaviors in a classroom setting. How can teachers continue to teach all students when students need high levels of individualized attention' Teachers will learn how to support all learners when difficult behaviors occur. Teachers will need to bring a laptop or Chromebook, and should have a working gmail account. (PreK-5th Grade)


EDU_294eq_01Wksp: Full STEAM Ahead w/Lit
Meets: 6/18/2018-6/22/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: This course is for FVCC Teacher Academy.
1crMTWThF12:30PM-3:30PMAT 20311E Thomas
 

In this course, teachers will participate in multiple STEAM activities that utilize the design process. Activities will be tied to popular and readily available children's literature. Combining literature and STEAM activities allows educators to work smarter, not harder, while fostering student creativity and problem-solving. (2nd - 6th Grade)


EDU_294er_01Wksp: Deal w/Students
Meets: 6/25/2018-6/29/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: This course is for FVCC Teacher Academy.
1crMTWThF8:30AM-11:30AMAT 20710S Trefney
 

In this course, teachers will take a deeper look at the unique struggles that children with trauma histories bear. These children can challenge the classroom atmosphere and present unique challenges for teachers. Learn how to better understand where these students are coming from and how you can help. Because resources across schools and classrooms vary widely, teachers will learn to think creatively with existing resources. Teachers will learn how to make positive and lasting changes to the classroom culture. (PreK - 5th Grade)


EDU_294et_01Wksp: Teacher Who Uses Tech
Meets: 6/25/2018-6/29/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: This course is for FVCC Teacher Academy.
1crMTWThF8:30AM-11:30AMAT 20612B Nikunen
 

In this course, teachers will learn how to implement the latest and greatest technology strategies and tools in their instruction. Each day will focus around a new topic, with the instructor sharing tried and true resources with the class. Please have a working gmail account, and bring a laptop or Chromebook if you have one. (1st - 8th Grade)


EDU_294eu_01Wksp: Standards-based Grad
Meets: 6/25/2018-6/29/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: This course is for FVCC Teacher Academy.
1crMTWThF8:30AM-11:30AMAT 20313E Thomas
 

In this course, teachers will investigate best practices in grading and assessment from leading people in the field. Time will be spent talking about the facts and myths related to grading and assessment as well as the hurdles that standards-based grading can cause. Teachers should bring some of their current grading tools (i.e. checklists, rubrics, reporting paperwork, etc.) (3rd - 12th Grade)


EDU_294ev_01Wksp: Get Your Math Game On
Meets: 6/25/2018-6/29/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: This course is for FVCC Teacher Academy.
1crMTWThF12:30PM-3:30PMAT 2032E Thomas
 

Games are a practical, low-prep, and fun way to get students to understand difficult content and motivate them to interact with it. Finding the right game, for the right content, for the right student can be a challenge. However, when a few games are shared that can be easily geared up and/or geared down, the guesswork becomes play and the play becomes learning. (PreK - 6th Grade)


EDU_294ex_01Wksp: Self-Reg Lead Regulator
Meets: 6/25/2018-6/29/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: This course is for FVCC Teacher Academy.
1crMTWThF12:30PM-3:30PMAT 20715S Trefney
 

In this course, teachers will learn how to recover following intense episodes with students. The more students need help with co-regulation, the more teachers need to understand how that affects them and what to do about it. Have fun learning how to identify response patterns and how to mindfully and playfully break the stress cycle. (K - 12th Grade)


EDU_294ez_01Wksp: Art/Writ K-2 Elmntry Class
Meets: 6/18/2018-6/22/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: This course is for FVCC Teacher Academy.
1crMTWThF8:30AM-11:30AMAT 20513E Dardis
 

Participants will get ideas and create age appropriate art activities for students in grades K-2. Activities will be themed and/or seasonal and will have a variety of mediums. Art ideas will be accompanied by a writing activity that will be engaging for students while addressing Montana Common Core Writing Standards. Teachers will have a project share to collect ideas from other participants. (K - 2nd Grade)


EDU_294jk_01Wksp: A Picture Book a Day
Meets: 6/18/2018-6/22/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: This course is for FVCC Teacher Academy.
1crMTWThF8:30AM-11:30AMAT 2037E Thomas
 

Engage students in great artwork utilizing background knowledge, social issues, multiculturalism, academic vocabulary and skills, and so much more. This course will inspire teachers to bring read alouds back to the forefront for all ages and stages, from the youngest children to the almost adults. The course will explore popular children's literature that can be used to launch a class daily with huge benefits. (2nd - 8th Grade)


 Graphic Design
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Photography         Art History         Visual Arts         Jewelry         Film         Graphic Design
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GDSN_149_80Digital Imaging I
Meets: 7/2/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
Late Starting Course
3crArrArrangedOnline9D Rauscher
 

This is a beginning course in the use of Adobe Photoshop. This class will introduce the concepts of basic digital image manipulation techniques. This includes cropping images, selecting details, creating new layers, adjusting color balance/contrast, adding type, web optimization, resampling/resizing of images, and using alpha channels. More intermediate topics such as layer mask selection, clipping masks, layer adjustments, filters, and image slicing will be introduced. The most recent version of Photoshop is highly recommended.


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GEO_130N_01Geology of Northwest Montana
Meets: 7/9/2018-7/13/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: This is a late starting course.
3crMTWThF8:00AM-5:00PMRH 1304A Ho
Add'l Fee: $45.00
 

Lectures and field trips designed to acquaint the student with the geologic history, rock types, structural features, landforms, and natural resources of Northwest Montana. Field trips in the Flathead and Mission Valleys and Glacier Park.


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HEO_100_01Commercial Truck Driver
Meets: 5/29/2018-6/28/2018
Kalispell Campus
NOTE: After the first week students will be required to schedule 2 1/2 hours/day, 4 days/week driving time. Driving time to be approximately 40 hours. If you have not been in attendance by the second day of class, you will automatically be dropped from this course as of that date. This withdrawal is an exception to FVCC's regular withdrawal and refund policy. For information, please contact Will Richards at 756-4862.
4crMTWThF12:01AM-11:59PMOT 1300M Moe
Add'l Fee: $1800.00
 

Prerequisite(s): students must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid Montana Driver's License.Commercial Truck Driving will assist students in gaining a working knowledge of information needed to obtain a Class "A" CDL learner's permit through classroom instruction. This class also includes simulator and backing practice, and the driving experience necessary to pass the pre-trip, skills, and driving exam for the Montana Class "A" CDL. The lab exercises are designed to provide students with the driving skills in a working environment.


HEO_100_02Commercial Truck Driver
Meets: 5/29/2018-5/31/2018
Kalispell Campus
NOTE: ONLY for students who are also registered for HEO 105. For information, please contact Will Richards at 756-4862.
4crTWTh8:00AM-4:30PMOT 1305S Arrabito
Add'l Fee: $700.00
 

Prerequisite(s): students must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid Montana Driver's License.Commercial Truck Driving will assist students in gaining a working knowledge of information needed to obtain a Class "A" CDL learner's permit through classroom instruction. This class also includes simulator and backing practice, and the driving experience necessary to pass the pre-trip, skills, and driving exam for the Montana Class "A" CDL. The lab exercises are designed to provide students with the driving skills in a working environment.


HEO_103_01Professional Truck Driver
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
"Note: This course includes all the material in HEO 100 plus additional drive time and endorsements.Class may extend past last date to accommodate the required hours of driving; will include 3 full days class time and 2 1/2 hours/day, 4 days/week driving time. Driving time to be approximately 50 hours. If you have not been in attendance by the second day of class, you will automatically be dropped from this course as of that date. This withdrawal is an exception to FVCC's regular withdrawal and refund policy. For information, please contact Will Richards at 756-4862."
8crArrArrangedOT 1304M Moe
Add'l Fee: $2000.00
 

Prerequisite(s): Students must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid Montana Driver's License.This course will introduce the student to the skills necessary to be proficient in night operations, extreme driving conditions, hazard perception, emergency maneuvers, and skid control. It will also introduce the student to handling and documenting cargo, environmental issues, accident procedures, trip planning, and interpersonal communication.


HEO_105_01Intro Heavy Equip Operator
Meets: 6/5/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: Students will be taking 2.5 hours out of most days to practice driving for the CDL.
8crTWTh8:00AM-4:30PMQHUT QHUT5T Creighton

C Moore

Add'l Fee: $1300.00
 

This course will introduce students to equipment work site safety, grade stake interpretation, and soil composition and characteristics. It will also introduce students to the operation of dump trucks, skid steers, dozers, excavators, backhoes, loaders, scrapers, and motor graders to the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) standards.


HEO_110_01Heavy Equipment Operator II
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
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QHUT QHUT

QHUT QHUT
2T Creighton

C Moore

T Creighton

C Moore

Add'l Fee: $1400.00
 

Prerequisite(s): HEO 105.This course is a continuation of HEO 105 designed to develop student proficiencies in equipment operational safety, soil stabilization and good grade determination, and operation of equipment that is fitted with GPS. Proficiency in the operation of all pieces of equipment is expected. Students will give presentations on topics in construction, excavation, or maintenance of equipment.


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HSTA_101B_71American History I
Meets: 7/2/2018-8/1/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: This is a late starting course.
4crMTW8:15AM-11:45AMBSS 11415C Wilondek
 

This course is a comprehensive introductory history of Colonial, Revolutionary, Jeffersonian, Jacksonian, and Civil War era America.


HSTA_101B_71KAmerican History I
Meets: 7/2/2018-8/1/2018
Lincoln County Campus/Libby
Late Starting Course
Note: This is a late starting course.
4crMTW8:15AM-11:45AMLINB 21415C Wilondek
Add'l Fee: $120.00
 

This course is a comprehensive introductory history of Colonial, Revolutionary, Jeffersonian, Jacksonian, and Civil War era America.


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HVC_130_01HVAC Electrical
Meets: 5/29/2018-7/31/2018
Kalispell Campus
3crT5:15PM-9:00PMOT 116A7R Frisk
Add'l Fee: $100.00
 

Basic electrical safety and electrical theory such as Ohms Law, circuit schematic symbols, and circuit characteristics will be discussed as applicable to DC and AC circuits in the HVAC industry. Additional theory will be presented regarding magnetism as it applies to AC power generation. The course will also include discussions and calculation of the effects of capacitive, induction, and resistive circuits. The course concludes with an overview of transformers.


HVC_140_01HVAC Systems I
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
3crTh5:15PM-9:00PMOT 116A7S Hinkley
Add'l Fee: $100.00
 

Prerequisite: HVC 101.This course is a logical continuation of HVC 101. Topics covered will include human comfort, psychometrics, introduction to basic air distribution systems, air flow measurement calculations and balance considerations. The course will culminate with the student doing a basic heat load calculation for a residential structure and selecting heating equipment to be installed.


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ID_105_01College 101: Summer Experience
Meets: 7/3/2018-7/31/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: This course meets on the following Tuesdays, 7/3, 7/17, 7/31 at 12:30pm-2:30pm, Tuesday 7/10 at 12:30pm-3:00pm, and Thursday, 7/26 at 8:00am-2:30pm. This is a late starting course.
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LRC 123D

LRC 123C
4B Romain

S Bergford

W Jeschke

D Salois

B Romain

B Romain

S Bergford

W Jeschke

D Salois

B Romain
 

Prerequisite: Enrollment in Running Start Summer Experience ProgramCollege 101: Summer Experience provides pre-collegiate students with academic success strategies for college, and resources for exploring educational and career opportunities. Students will participate in service learning and experiential activities and reflect on their values, skills, and leadership-styles. Students will create an academic and career action plan preparing them to enter college full-time.


ID_105_02College 101: Summer Experience
Meets: 7/3/2018-7/31/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: This course meets on the following Tuesdays, 7/3, 7/17, 7/31 at 12:30pm-2:30pm, Wednesday 7/11 at 12:30pm-3:00pm, and Friday, 7/27 at 8:00am-2:30pm. This is a late starting course.
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12:30PM-3:00PM
LRC 123D

LRC 123C

LRC 123D

LRC 123C

LRC 123C

LRC 123D
7B Romain

S Bergford

W Jeschke

D Salois

B Romain

B Romain

S Bergford

W Jeschke

D Salois

B Romain

B Romain

S Bergford

W Jeschke

D Salois

B Romain
 

Prerequisite: Enrollment in Running Start Summer Experience ProgramCollege 101: Summer Experience provides pre-collegiate students with academic success strategies for college, and resources for exploring educational and career opportunities. Students will participate in service learning and experiential activities and reflect on their values, skills, and leadership-styles. Students will create an academic and career action plan preparing them to enter college full-time.


ID_105_03College 101: Summer Experience
Meets: 7/3/2018-7/31/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: This course meets on the following Tuesdays, 7/3, 7/17 and 7/31 at 12:30pm-2:30pm, Monday 7/16 at 12:30pm-3:00pm, and Friday, 7/6 at 8:00am-2:30pm. This is a late starting course.
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LRC 123D

LRC 123C

LRC 123C
10B Romain

S Bergford

W Jeschke

D Salois
 

Prerequisite: Enrollment in Running Start Summer Experience ProgramCollege 101: Summer Experience provides pre-collegiate students with academic success strategies for college, and resources for exploring educational and career opportunities. Students will participate in service learning and experiential activities and reflect on their values, skills, and leadership-styles. Students will create an academic and career action plan preparing them to enter college full-time.


ID_106_01Fin Lit for College: Summer Exp
Meets: 7/2/2018-7/30/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: This course meets on the following Mondays, 7/2, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30 at 12:30pm-3:00pm, and Thursday, 7/12 at 9:30am-2:30pm. This is a late starting course.
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LRC 123C

LRC 123D

LRC 123C

LRC 123D
25B Romain

S Bergford

W Jeschke

D Salois

B Romain

B Romain

S Bergford

W Jeschke

D Salois

B Romain
 

Prerequisite: ID105 and enrollment in Running Start Summer Experience program.This course provides pre-collegiate students with financial success strategies for college, and exposure to college costs, financial aid, and scholarship processes. Students will participate in community service learning and experiential activities and evaluate how their personal values may impact their college and financial choices.


 Interdisciplinary StudiesCredDaysTimeRoomSeats
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IDS_180_80Hazardous Communications Program
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
Note: For FVCC Employees only.
0crArrArrangedOnline30L Damon
 

Special Topics are courses that can appear in any curriculum and are taught on a one-time trial basis.


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ITS_298_80Internship/Cooperative Edu
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
3crArrArrangedOnline8D Rauscher
 

Prerequisites: BMIS 270 and completion of 30 semester credits with a grade point average of 2.0 or better. Submission of an internship application.This course offers a supervised, structured learning experience at an approved business/organization. Students will receive training related to their field of study, enhance their academic learning, and gain exposure to the workplace. Students will receive assistance in developing application materials and finding worksites meeting learning and legal criteria from the Career Development Coordinator.


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LIT_216H_80American Short Story
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
3crArrArrangedOnline4G Reeb
 

This course will trace the popular literary genre known as the short story from its inception in the early 19th century through the present. The course will examine the role of the short story in American history, and will focus on stories that reflect the various social, economic, and gender concerns of male and female authors from diverse ethnic backgrounds.


LIT_216H_81American Short Story
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
3crArrArrangedOnline6G Reeb
 

This course will trace the popular literary genre known as the short story from its inception in the early 19th century through the present. The course will examine the role of the short story in American history, and will focus on stories that reflect the various social, economic, and gender concerns of male and female authors from diverse ethnic backgrounds.


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M_065_01Prealgebra
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note:  Quizzes and tests will be administered outside of class in RH 150.
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RH 150

RH 147
11C Hill
Add'l Fee: $10.00
 

Prerequisite(s): appropriate placement test score or Math Department consent.This course is designed for those students who need to improve their pre-algebra skills. Topics include signed numbers, basic factoring, basic equation solving, and an introduction to polynomials, square roots, basic graphing and basic exponent rules.


M_065_60Prealgebra
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Lincoln County Campus/Libby
3crMW10:00AM-12:10PMLINB 11322C Shilling
 

Prerequisite(s): appropriate placement test score or Math Department consent.This course is designed for those students who need to improve their pre-algebra skills. Topics include signed numbers, basic factoring, basic equation solving, and an introduction to polynomials, square roots, basic graphing and basic exponent rules.


M_094_01Quantitative Reasoning
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: This course does not have a textbook, the course fee covers the software access code and course workbook
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RH 150

RH 147
12E Wenner
Add'l Fee: $100.00
 

Prerequisite(s): Grade of "SA" or "C" or better in M065, appropriate placement test score, or Math Department consentThis course is designed for students as the alternative to the traditional algebraic math sequence and to prepare them for college-level math courses emphasizing quantitative methods. Emphasis will be placed on using data and appropriate mathematical models to make decisions, while developing logical reasoning and critical thinking skills. Topics include proportional reasoning, utilizing various graphical representations, linear equations (including systems of linear equations), and basic probability and statistics.


M_095_01Intermediate Algebra
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: This course does not have a textbook, the course fee covers the software access code and course workbook
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RH 150

RH 148
14D Hickethier
Add'l Fee: $100.00
 

Prerequisite: appropriate placement test score, a grade of "C" or better in M 090, or Math Department consent.This course is the second semester of algebra review and provides preparation for pre-calculus. This course concentrates on quadratic, rational, exponential, and logarithmic expressions and equations. This course also covers the graphs of functions, inequalities, and solving linear systems of equations.


M_114_01Extended Technical Math
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: This course can also be taken online by making arrangements with the instructor.
3crT8:00AM-11:55AMLRC 123D16R Brewer
 

Prerequisite: appropriate placement test score, a grade of "C" or better in M065, or Math Department consent.This course presents mathematical topics as they are applied in a trades program. Topics covered include use of measuring tools, measurement systems and dimensional analysis, basic algebra topics, scientific notation, applied geometry, right and oblique triangle trigonometry, and exponential and logarithmic formulas. This course is intended for specific programs.


M_115M_01Probability & Linear Math
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: This course can also be taken online by making arrangements with the instructor.
3crTWTh11:00AM-12:15PMRH 14710E Wenner
 

Prerequisite: appropriate placement test score, a grade of "C" or better in M 094, or Math Department consent.The course will cover systems of linear equations andmatrix algebra including linear programming. An introduction to probability with emphasis on models and probabilistic reasoning will be covered. Examples of applications will be demonstrated from a wide variety of fields.


M_115M_80Probability & Linear Math
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
3crArrArrangedOnline20R Keim
 

Prerequisite: appropriate placement test score, a grade of "C" or better in M 094, or Math Department consent.The course will cover systems of linear equations andmatrix algebra including linear programming. An introduction to probability with emphasis on models and probabilistic reasoning will be covered. Examples of applications will be demonstrated from a wide variety of fields.


M_120_80Math w/Health Care App
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
3crArrArrangedOnline14T Price
 

Prerequisite(s): appropriate placement test score, a grade of "C" or better or "SA" in M 065 or Math Department consent.This course is designed to provide students with a solid mathematical foundation necessary to succeed in a health care profession. This course will review algebra, measurements used in health care fields, dimensional analysis, graphs and basic statistics and cost/selling price and mark-up.


M_152M_01Precalculus Algebra
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
3crTWTh11:00AM-12:15PMRH 17416D Hickethier

J Feller
 

Prerequisite: appropriate placement test score, a grade of "C" or better in M 095, or Math Department consent.This course is the first semester of a precalculus series. Topics covered include equations, systems of linear equations and methods of solution (including matrices), exponents and radicals, linear and quadratic functions (and their graphs), exponential and logarithmic functions (and their graphs), sequences and series.


M_153M_01Precalculus Trigonometry
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
4crMTWTh12:30PM-1:45PMRH 17410J Feller
 

Prerequisite: appropriate placement test score, a grade of "C" or better in M 152, or Math Department consent.This course is the second semester of a precalculus series. Trigonometric functions are introduced using the circular and angular definitions. Trigonometric graphs, identities, equations and applications are investigated. Polar coordinates, polar graphs and conic sections are also covered.


 Machining and Manufacturing Technology
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Industrial Technology         Draft Design         Manufacturing Technology         Machining and Manufacturing Technology
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MCH_132_01Intro to Engine Lathes
Meets: 5/29/2018-6/29/2018
Kalispell Campus
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8:00AM-11:40AM
OT 117

OT 112
9L Haugen
Add'l Fee: $110.00
 

Corequisites: MCH 120 or (MCH 118 and 119) and MCH 129 or (MCH 123 and MCH 128). This course is the study of basic machine tool operations and forming processes. Topics include lathe work, drilling operations, tooling, and fixture work.


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MUSI_102_01Performance Study: Voice
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments for this course. Students may expect to pay a fee in addition to tuition.Contact Nicole Sanford at 756-4813.
1crArrArrangedArranged3N Sanford
 

Prerequisite: Instructor's consent.Title will vary. Private instruction for the non-music major or minor in voice, piano, string, wind and/or percussion instruments. This course covers the study of performing techniques, music interpretation, expression and style at a beginner level. Note: fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments. Students may expect to pay an additional fee for lessons in addition to tuition.


MUSI_102_02Performance Study: Violin
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments for this course. Students may expect to pay a fee in addition to tuition.Contact Nicole Sanford at 756-4813.
1crArrArrangedArranged0W Mizutani
 

Prerequisite: Instructor's consent.Title will vary. Private instruction for the non-music major or minor in voice, piano, string, wind and/or percussion instruments. This course covers the study of performing techniques, music interpretation, expression and style at a beginner level. Note: fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments. Students may expect to pay an additional fee for lessons in addition to tuition.


MUSI_102_03Performance Study: Piano
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments for this course. Students may expect to pay a fee in addition to tuition.Contact Nicole Sanford at 756-4813.
1crArrArrangedArranged4N Sanford
 

Prerequisite: Instructor's consent.Title will vary. Private instruction for the non-music major or minor in voice, piano, string, wind and/or percussion instruments. This course covers the study of performing techniques, music interpretation, expression and style at a beginner level. Note: fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments. Students may expect to pay an additional fee for lessons in addition to tuition.


MUSI_102_04Performance Study: Cello
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments for this course. Students may expect to pay a fee in addition to tuition.Contact Nicole Sanford at 756-4813.
1crArrArrangedArranged4N Sanford
 

Prerequisite: Instructor's consent.Title will vary. Private instruction for the non-music major or minor in voice, piano, string, wind and/or percussion instruments. This course covers the study of performing techniques, music interpretation, expression and style at a beginner level. Note: fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments. Students may expect to pay an additional fee for lessons in addition to tuition.


MUSI_102_07Performance Study: Flute
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments for this course. Students may expect to pay a fee in addition to tuition.Contact Nicole Sanford at 756-4813.
1crArrArrangedArranged10N Sanford
 

Prerequisite: Instructor's consent.Title will vary. Private instruction for the non-music major or minor in voice, piano, string, wind and/or percussion instruments. This course covers the study of performing techniques, music interpretation, expression and style at a beginner level. Note: fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments. Students may expect to pay an additional fee for lessons in addition to tuition.


MUSI_102_10Performance Study: Viola
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments for this course. Students may expect to pay a fee in addition to tuition.Contact Nicole Sanford at 756-4813.
1crArrArrangedArranged4N Sanford
 

Prerequisite: Instructor's consent.Title will vary. Private instruction for the non-music major or minor in voice, piano, string, wind and/or percussion instruments. This course covers the study of performing techniques, music interpretation, expression and style at a beginner level. Note: fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments. Students may expect to pay an additional fee for lessons in addition to tuition.


MUSI_102_11Performance Study: Bass
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments for this course. Students may expect to pay a fee in addition to tuition.Contact Nicole Sanford at 756-4813.
1crArrArrangedArranged5N Sanford
 

Prerequisite: Instructor's consent.Title will vary. Private instruction for the non-music major or minor in voice, piano, string, wind and/or percussion instruments. This course covers the study of performing techniques, music interpretation, expression and style at a beginner level. Note: fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments. Students may expect to pay an additional fee for lessons in addition to tuition.


MUSI_102_14Performance Study: Guitar
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments for this course. Students may expect to pay a fee in addition to tuition.
1crArrArrangedArranged4N Sanford
 

Prerequisite: Instructor's consent.Title will vary. Private instruction for the non-music major or minor in voice, piano, string, wind and/or percussion instruments. This course covers the study of performing techniques, music interpretation, expression and style at a beginner level. Note: fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments. Students may expect to pay an additional fee for lessons in addition to tuition.


MUSI_102_15Performance Study: Clarinet
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments for this course. Students may expect to pay a fee in addition to tuition.
1crArrArrangedArranged5N Sanford
 

Prerequisite: Instructor's consent.Title will vary. Private instruction for the non-music major or minor in voice, piano, string, wind and/or percussion instruments. This course covers the study of performing techniques, music interpretation, expression and style at a beginner level. Note: fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments. Students may expect to pay an additional fee for lessons in addition to tuition.


MUSI_132F_01History of Rock and Roll
Meets: 7/2/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: Late Starting Course.
3crMTW9:00AM-11:45AMAT 20211C Naylor
 

This course surveys the development of Rock and Rollmusic from its early blues roots to the present decade. The student will become familiar with the various stylistic music eras through lecture, listening, analysis, discussion and the student projects. Students will learn varieties and lineage of an important popular musical art and acquire the tools to identify and compare various historical styles.


MUSI_162_01Chamber Ensembles: FVCC
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
1crArrArrangedArranged3W Mizutani
Add'l Fee: $10.00
 

Prerequisites: instructor's consent.This course consists of string, woodwind, brass, percussion, piano and vocal ensembles as appropriate to meet student needs. This course can be repeated for a total of six credits. Students receiving financial aid or veteran benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this course.


MUSI_195_00Applied Music I: Various Instruments
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Students currently taking private music lessons may be able to earn college credit. Each course may be repeated for a total of four (4) credits. Instructor's consent required. Contact Nicole Sanford at 756-4813.Note: Fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments for this course. Students may expect to pay a fee in addition to tuition.
1crArrArrangedArranged10N Sanford
 

Prerequisite: instructor's consent.Title will vary. Private instruction in voice, piano, string, wind and/or percussion instruments. This course covers the study of performing techniques, music interpretation, expression, and style. This course may be repeated for a total of four credits. Students receiving financial aid or veterans benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating the course.


MUSI_195_01Applied Music I: Voice
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Students currently taking private music lessons may be able to earn college credit. Each course may be repeated for a total of four (4) credits. Instructor's consent required. Contact Nicole Sanford at 756-4813.Note: Fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments for this course. Students may expect to pay a fee in addition to tuition.
1crArrArrangedArranged8N Sanford
 

Prerequisite: instructor's consent.Title will vary. Private instruction in voice, piano, string, wind and/or percussion instruments. This course covers the study of performing techniques, music interpretation, expression, and style. This course may be repeated for a total of four credits. Students receiving financial aid or veterans benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating the course.


MUSI_195_02Applied Music I: Violin
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Students currently taking private music lessons may be able to earn college credit. Each course may be repeated for a total of four (4) credits. Instructor's consent required. Contact Nicole Sanford at 756-4813.Note: Fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments for this course. Students may expect to pay a fee in addition to tuition.
1crArrArrangedArranged10N Sanford
 

Prerequisite: instructor's consent.Title will vary. Private instruction in voice, piano, string, wind and/or percussion instruments. This course covers the study of performing techniques, music interpretation, expression, and style. This course may be repeated for a total of four credits. Students receiving financial aid or veterans benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating the course.


MUSI_195_03Applied Music I: Piano
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Students currently taking private music lessons may be able to earn college credit. Each course may be repeated for a total of four (4) credits. Instructor's consent required. Contact Nicole Sanford at 756-4813.Note: Fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments for this course. Students may expect to pay a fee in addition to tuition.
1crArrArrangedArranged10N Sanford
 

Prerequisite: instructor's consent.Title will vary. Private instruction in voice, piano, string, wind and/or percussion instruments. This course covers the study of performing techniques, music interpretation, expression, and style. This course may be repeated for a total of four credits. Students receiving financial aid or veterans benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating the course.


MUSI_195_04Applied Music I: Cello
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Students currently taking private music lessons may be able to earn college credit. Each course may be repeated for a total of four (4) credits. Instructor's consent required. Contact Nicole Sanford at 756-4813.Note: Fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments for this course. Students may expect to pay a fee in addition to tuition.
1crArrArrangedArranged10N Sanford
 

Prerequisite: instructor's consent.Title will vary. Private instruction in voice, piano, string, wind and/or percussion instruments. This course covers the study of performing techniques, music interpretation, expression, and style. This course may be repeated for a total of four credits. Students receiving financial aid or veterans benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating the course.


MUSI_195_10Applied Music I: Viola
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Students currently taking private music lessons may be able to earn college credit. Each course may be repeated for a total of four (4) credits. Instructor's consent required. Contact Nicole Sanford at 756-4813.Note: Fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments for this course. Students may expect to pay a fee in addition to tuition.
1crArrArrangedArranged10N Sanford
 

Prerequisite: instructor's consent.Title will vary. Private instruction in voice, piano, string, wind and/or percussion instruments. This course covers the study of performing techniques, music interpretation, expression, and style. This course may be repeated for a total of four credits. Students receiving financial aid or veterans benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating the course.


MUSI_195_11Applied Music I: Bass
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Students currently taking private music lessons may be able to earn college credit. Each course may be repeated for a total of four (4) credits. Instructor's consent required. Contact Nicole Sanford at 756-4813.Note: Fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments for this course. Students may expect to pay a fee in addition to tuition.
1crArrArrangedArranged10N Sanford
 

Prerequisite: instructor's consent.Title will vary. Private instruction in voice, piano, string, wind and/or percussion instruments. This course covers the study of performing techniques, music interpretation, expression, and style. This course may be repeated for a total of four credits. Students receiving financial aid or veterans benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating the course.


MUSI_195_14Applied Music I: Guitar
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Students currently taking private music lessons may be able to earn college credit. Each course may be repeated for a total of four (4) credits. Instructor's consent required. Contact Nicole Sanford at 756-4813.Note: Fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments for this course. Students may expect to pay a fee in addition to tuition.
1crArrArrangedArranged10N Sanford
 

Prerequisite: instructor's consent.Title will vary. Private instruction in voice, piano, string, wind and/or percussion instruments. This course covers the study of performing techniques, music interpretation, expression, and style. This course may be repeated for a total of four credits. Students receiving financial aid or veterans benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating the course.


MUSI_295_05Applied Music II: Percusion
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Students currently taking private music lessons may be able to earn college credit. Each course may be repeated for a total of four (4) credits. Instructor's consent required. Contact Nicole Sanford at 756-4813.Note: Fees for tuition and lessons are separate payments for this course. Students may expect to pay a fee in addition to tuition.
1crArrArrangedArranged9N Sanford
 

Prerequisites: MUSI 195 and instructor's consent.Title will vary. Continued private instruction in voice, piano, string, wind and/or percussion instruments. This course covers the study of performing techniques, music interpretation, expression and style at a more intermediate level. This course may be repeated for a total of four credits. Students receiving financial aid or veterans benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating the course.


 Music: TechnologyCredDaysTimeRoomSeats
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MUST_100_01Intro to Music & Technology
Meets: 6/12/2018-7/12/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: This is a late starting course.
2crTTh9:00AM-11:30AMAT 24310J Forke
 

This course is an introduction to the use of technology in music and its industry, it provides insight into building self-directed careers, and is a basic exploration of music composition through the use of DAW. The introductory study of electronic music provides beginning skills to record at home, make your own electronic music, or produce other people's music. This course employs the study of electronic music composition, hands-on recording, and sound-design. This is a lab-based class where the majority of time will be spent creating electronic music. Students receiving financial aid or veterans' benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this course.


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NASX_105G_01Intro to Native American Studies
Meets: 7/2/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: This is a late starting course.
3crMTW9:00AM-11:45AMAT 20324K Connelly
 

Prerequisite: ANTY 101 or ANTY 220 is recommended.The traditional cultures of North America: the origin and distribution of native populations, their life ways prior to European contact, and the consequences of contact between Indians and non-Indians in North America after 1492.


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NRSG_106_01Nursing Assistant Course
Meets: 5/30/2018-7/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: Course prepares student as an entry level nursing assistant. Proof of completion of required immunizations and successful completion of a background check from an approved vendor along with signature of nursing office staff are required to register for this course. Informational packets are available in the nursing office. Learning Resource Center and registration office.
5crArr

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4:00PM-8:30PM
Immanuel
Lutheran
Home


BC 104
0C Brown
Add'l Fee: $140.00
 

Prerequisites: successful completion of a background check from an approved vendor, completion of required immunizations, ability to lift 25 pounds,and nursing department consent.Concepts and practices in basic skills for CNA. Course includes basic medical terminology, basic human anatomy and physiology, and the aging process. Students will gain understanding and application of the skills required to address the needs of the chronically ill residents in long-term care facilities. State of Montana CNA testing administered at the end of course.


NRSG_106_90Nursing Assistant Course
Meets: 5/29/2018-7/24/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Course prepares student as an entry level nursing assistant. Proof of completion of required immunizations and successful completion of a background check from an approved vendor along with signature of nursing office staff are required to register for this course. Informational packets are available in the nursing office. Learning Resource Center and registration office. This is a blended course. It meets face to face and online.
5crArr

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5:00PM-8:00PM
Brendan
House


BC 104
2M Thompson
Add'l Fee: $140.00
 

Prerequisites: successful completion of a background check from an approved vendor, completion of required immunizations, ability to lift 25 pounds,and nursing department consent.Concepts and practices in basic skills for CNA. Course includes basic medical terminology, basic human anatomy and physiology, and the aging process. Students will gain understanding and application of the skills required to address the needs of the chronically ill residents in long-term care facilities. State of Montana CNA testing administered at the end of course.


NRSG_140_71Adult Health Nursing
Meets: 5/21/2018-6/20/2018
Kalispell Campus
4crMTW8:30AM-12:30PMBC 1050L Lommatsch
Add'l Fee: $500.00
 

Prerequisite(s): NRSG 130, NRSG 131, NRSG 135, NRSG 136, NRSG 152, and NRSG 153. Corequisites: NRSG 141.The course is designed to build upon the knowledge acquired in Fundamentals of Nursing. The focus is on safe, effective care environments, health promotion and maintenance, and psychosocial and physiological integrity of adults who are experiencing health interruptions in well-defined practice settings. Principles of pharmacology, cultural competency, gerontology, nutrition, end-of-life and palliative care are integrated throughout the course.


NRSG_140_71KAdult Health Nursing
Meets: 5/21/2018-6/20/2018
Lincoln County Campus/Libby
4crMTW8:30AM-12:30PMArranged0L Lommatsch
Add'l Fee: $590.00
 

Prerequisite(s): NRSG 130, NRSG 131, NRSG 135, NRSG 136, NRSG 152, and NRSG 153. Corequisites: NRSG 141.The course is designed to build upon the knowledge acquired in Fundamentals of Nursing. The focus is on safe, effective care environments, health promotion and maintenance, and psychosocial and physiological integrity of adults who are experiencing health interruptions in well-defined practice settings. Principles of pharmacology, cultural competency, gerontology, nutrition, end-of-life and palliative care are integrated throughout the course.


NRSG_141_01Adult Health Nrg Clinical
Meets: 5/24/2018-6/22/2018
Kalispell Campus
2crThF12:01AM-11:59PMArranged0D Bailey
 

Prerequisite(s): NRSG 130, NRSG 131, NRSG 135, NRSG 136, NRSG 152, NRSG 153.Corequisite(s): NRSG 140.This clinical is an integration of experiences in well-defined practice settings. The focus is on implementation of the nursing process, professional behaviors, communication, clinical decision making, caring interventions and collaboration in interdisciplinary practice to prevent, promote, maintain and restore basic health.


NRSG_141_60Adult Health Nrg Clinical
Meets: 5/24/2018-6/22/2018
Lincoln County Campus/Libby
2crThF12:01AM-11:59PMArranged0J Ivers
 

Prerequisite(s): NRSG 130, NRSG 131, NRSG 135, NRSG 136, NRSG 152, NRSG 153.Corequisite(s): NRSG 140.This clinical is an integration of experiences in well-defined practice settings. The focus is on implementation of the nursing process, professional behaviors, communication, clinical decision making, caring interventions and collaboration in interdisciplinary practice to prevent, promote, maintain and restore basic health.


NRSG_142_71Nsg Care Women/Children
Meets: 6/25/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
3crMT8:30AM-12:00PMBC 1050D Bailey
 

Prerequisites: NRSG 130, NRSG 131, NRSG 135, NRSG 136, NRSG 152 and NRSG 153. Corequisites: NRSG 143. This course introduces the student to the knowledge needed to provide safe nursing care for the female patient and family with regards to reproductive issues, including perinatal. Also included is the child patient and family with regards to normal growth and development as well as common and chronic disease processes. Psychosocial aspects of care, legal and ethical issues, and cultural beliefs will be incorporated throughout. The emphasis is on patient and family-centered care utilizing evidence based practice, and effective interpersonal communication skills while functioning within an interdisciplinary team environment.


NRSG_142_71KNsg Care Women/Children
Meets: 6/25/2018-8/3/2018
Lincoln County Campus/Libby
Late Starting Course
3crMT8:30AM-12:00PMArranged2D Bailey
Add'l Fee: $90.00
 

Prerequisites: NRSG 130, NRSG 131, NRSG 135, NRSG 136, NRSG 152 and NRSG 153. Corequisites: NRSG 143. This course introduces the student to the knowledge needed to provide safe nursing care for the female patient and family with regards to reproductive issues, including perinatal. Also included is the child patient and family with regards to normal growth and development as well as common and chronic disease processes. Psychosocial aspects of care, legal and ethical issues, and cultural beliefs will be incorporated throughout. The emphasis is on patient and family-centered care utilizing evidence based practice, and effective interpersonal communication skills while functioning within an interdisciplinary team environment.


NRSG_143_01Nsg Care Wom/Child Clin
Meets: 6/27/2018-7/13/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
1crWThF12:01AM-11:59PMArranged0D Bailey
 

Prerequisite(s): NRSG 130, NRSG 131, NRSG 135, NRSG 136, NRSG 152, and NRSG 153.Corequisite(s): NRSG 142.This clinical integrates the knowledge of care for women, children, and families into a variety of clinical settings.


NRSG_143_60Nsg Care Wom/Child Clin
Meets: 6/27/2018-7/13/2018
Lincoln County Campus/Libby
Late Starting Course
1crWThF12:01AM-11:59PMArranged2J Ivers
 

Prerequisite(s): NRSG 130, NRSG 131, NRSG 135, NRSG 136, NRSG 152, and NRSG 153.Corequisite(s): NRSG 142.This clinical integrates the knowledge of care for women, children, and families into a variety of clinical settings.


NRSG_148_71Leadership for PNs
Meets: 5/21/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Last week of class will be mandatory Kaplan review and time will be arranged by instructor.
2crT1:30PM-3:30PMBC 1050E DeCree
 

Prerequisites: NRSG 130, NRSG 131, NRSG 135, NRSG 136, NRSG 152 and NRSG 153.Corequisites: NRSG 149.This course explores the legal and ethical principles of Practical Nursing leadership in providing safe, relationship-centered care. The concepts of accountability, fiscal responsibility in relation to patient outcomes, collaboration, effective communication, conflict management skills, critical thinking, delegation, principles of human caring, and prioritization are emphasized throughout the course. Application of concepts in the rural environment are included.


NRSG_148_71KLeadership for PNs
Meets: 5/21/2018-8/3/2018
Lincoln County Campus/Libby
Note: Last week of class will be mandatory Kaplan review and time will be arranged by instructor.
2crT1:30PM-3:30PMArranged0E DeCree
Add'l Fee: $60.00
 

Prerequisites: NRSG 130, NRSG 131, NRSG 135, NRSG 136, NRSG 152 and NRSG 153.Corequisites: NRSG 149.This course explores the legal and ethical principles of Practical Nursing leadership in providing safe, relationship-centered care. The concepts of accountability, fiscal responsibility in relation to patient outcomes, collaboration, effective communication, conflict management skills, critical thinking, delegation, principles of human caring, and prioritization are emphasized throughout the course. Application of concepts in the rural environment are included.


NRSG_149_01Leadership for PNs Clinical
Meets: 7/14/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
1crArrArrangedArranged0E DeCree

L Lommatsch
 

Prerequisite(s): NRSG 130, NRSG 131, NRSG 135, NRSG 136, NRSG 152, NRSG 153.Corequisite(s): NRSG 148This clinical integrates theory with implementation of basic leadership skills. Preceptor experiences are based on selected nursing needs in the local and rural communities with a focus on knowledge, skills, and attitudes of nursing leadership needed to provide high quality, holistic, safe nursing care.


NRSG_149_60Leadership for PNs Clinical
Meets: 7/14/2018-8/3/2018
Lincoln County Campus/Libby
Late Starting Course
1crArrArrangedArranged2E DeCree

J Ivers
 

Prerequisite(s): NRSG 130, NRSG 131, NRSG 135, NRSG 136, NRSG 152, NRSG 153.Corequisite(s): NRSG 148This clinical integrates theory with implementation of basic leadership skills. Preceptor experiences are based on selected nursing needs in the local and rural communities with a focus on knowledge, skills, and attitudes of nursing leadership needed to provide high quality, holistic, safe nursing care.


NRSG_256_01Pathophysiology
Meets: 5/21/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
3crMT9:00AM-11:00AMBC 14111E DeCree
 

Prerequisites: CHMY 121, BIOH 201, and BIOH 211 or instructor's consent.This course introduces the student to the basic principles and processes of pathophysiology including cellular communication, genes and genetic disease, forms of cellular injury, fluid and electrolyte/acid base balance, immunity, stress coping and illness, and tumor biology. Pathophysiology of the most common alterations according to body systems will be discussed as well as the latest developments in research and patient-centered nursing interventions.


NRSG_259_71Adult Nursing III
Meets: 5/21/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
3crMT10:00AM-12:00PMBC 1331S Wangerin
 

Prerequisite(s): NRSG 230, NRSG 231, NRSG 232, NRSG333, NRSG 234, NRSG 235, NRSG 236, NRSG 237, NRSG 244, NRSG 245, NRSG 246, NRSG 247, NRSG 254, NRSG 255.Corequisite(s): NRSG 260 and NRSG 261.This course expands on the nursing role in care of patients with complex health alterations. Students utilize evidence-based, interdisciplinary interventions to meet patient and family needs.


NRSG_259_71KAdult Nursing III
Meets: 5/21/2018-8/3/2018
Lincoln County Campus/Libby
3crMT10:00AM-12:00PMArranged-1S Wangerin
Add'l Fee: $90.00
 

Prerequisite(s): NRSG 230, NRSG 231, NRSG 232, NRSG333, NRSG 234, NRSG 235, NRSG 236, NRSG 237, NRSG 244, NRSG 245, NRSG 246, NRSG 247, NRSG 254, NRSG 255.Corequisite(s): NRSG 260 and NRSG 261.This course expands on the nursing role in care of patients with complex health alterations. Students utilize evidence-based, interdisciplinary interventions to meet patient and family needs.


NRSG_260_01Adult Nursing III Lab
Meets: 5/21/2018-6/27/2018
Kalispell Campus
1crW9:00AM-3:00PMBC 1040S Wangerin
Add'l Fee: $500.00
 

Prerequisites; NRSG 230, NRSG 231, NRSG 232, NRSG 233, NRSG 234, NRSG 235, NRSG 236, NRSG 237, NRSG 244, NRSG 245, NRSG 246, NRSG 247, NRSG 254, NRSG 255.Corequisites: NRSG 259 and NRSG 261In this lab students are introduced to basic electrocardiogram interpretation, advanced concepts of perfusion, ventilation and complex pharmacologic regimens.


NRSG_260_60Adult Nursing III Lab
Meets: 5/21/2018-6/27/2018
Lincoln County Campus/Libby
1crW9:00AM-3:00PMArranged0J Ivers
Add'l Fee: $500.00
 

Prerequisites; NRSG 230, NRSG 231, NRSG 232, NRSG 233, NRSG 234, NRSG 235, NRSG 236, NRSG 237, NRSG 244, NRSG 245, NRSG 246, NRSG 247, NRSG 254, NRSG 255.Corequisites: NRSG 259 and NRSG 261In this lab students are introduced to basic electrocardiogram interpretation, advanced concepts of perfusion, ventilation and complex pharmacologic regimens.


NRSG_261_01Adult Nursing III Clinical
Meets: 5/21/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
2crThF12:01AM-11:59PMArranged0S Wangerin
 

Prerequisite(s): NRSG 230, NRSG 231, NRSG 232, NRSG 233, NRSG 234, NRSG 235, NRSG 236, NRSG 237, NRSG 244, NRSG 245, NRSG 246, NRSG 247, NRSG 254, NRSG 255.Corequisite(s): NRSG 259, NRSG 260.This clinical experience focuses on application of the nursing process and utilization of information to provide comprehensive nursing care to the acutely ill patient experiencing complex health alterations in a variety of settings. Emphasis is placed on prioritization of care and collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal client care.


NRSG_261_60Adult Nursing III Clinical
Meets: 5/21/2018-8/3/2018
Lincoln County Campus/Libby
2crThF12:01AM-11:59PMArranged0J Ivers
 

Prerequisite(s): NRSG 230, NRSG 231, NRSG 232, NRSG 233, NRSG 234, NRSG 235, NRSG 236, NRSG 237, NRSG 244, NRSG 245, NRSG 246, NRSG 247, NRSG 254, NRSG 255.Corequisite(s): NRSG 259, NRSG 260.This clinical experience focuses on application of the nursing process and utilization of information to provide comprehensive nursing care to the acutely ill patient experiencing complex health alterations in a variety of settings. Emphasis is placed on prioritization of care and collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal client care.


NRSG_266_71Managing Client Care
Meets: 5/21/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: Last week of class will be mandatory Kaplan review and time will be arranged by instructor.
2crM1:00PM-3:00PMBC 1330E DeCree
 

Prerequisite(s): NRSG 230, NRSG 231, NRSG 232, NRSG 233, NRSG 234, NRSG 235, NRSG 236, NRSG237, NRSG244, NRSG 245, NRSG 246, NRSG 247, NRSG254, NRSG 255.Corequisite(s): NRSG 267.In this course students examine concepts of leadership and management emphasizing prioritization, delegation, and supervision of nursing care for patients across the lifespan. Topics also include communication techniques, legal and ethical issues, care of the culturally diverse patient, and utilizing change theory. Healthcare policy, finance, and regulatory environment issues are explored and applied to planning, collaborating and coordinating care across the continuum.Corequisites: NRSG 262, NRSG 265, SOCI 101.This course covers topics related to integrated nursing care of individual clients and groups of clients as well as basic principles related to supervision of nursing practice and management of resources. Topics include role differentiation among care providers, organization and prioritization, delegation, supervision and appropriate practice/practice setting; management of the needs of individual and groups of clients, management of health care resources. Additionally, the course helps the student integrate didactic content from all other nursing courses and will help the student in her or his transition from the student role to the role of the Registered Nurse. Students examine legal/ethical issues in nursing, values clarification, conflict resolution and consensus building and effective communication techniques in the employment setting. Licensure exam (NCLEX-RN) preparation and process are also included as a component of the course. The preceptor based clinical component allows the student to function in the role of a registered nurse while working one-to-one with a designated RN preceptor.


NRSG_266_71KManaging Client Care
Meets: 5/21/2018-8/3/2018
Lincoln County Campus/Libby
Note: Last week of class will be mandatory Kaplan review and time will be arranged by instructor.
2crM1:00PM-3:00PMArranged0E DeCree
Add'l Fee: $60.00
 

Prerequisite(s): NRSG 230, NRSG 231, NRSG 232, NRSG 233, NRSG 234, NRSG 235, NRSG 236, NRSG237, NRSG244, NRSG 245, NRSG 246, NRSG 247, NRSG254, NRSG 255.Corequisite(s): NRSG 267.In this course students examine concepts of leadership and management emphasizing prioritization, delegation, and supervision of nursing care for patients across the lifespan. Topics also include communication techniques, legal and ethical issues, care of the culturally diverse patient, and utilizing change theory. Healthcare policy, finance, and regulatory environment issues are explored and applied to planning, collaborating and coordinating care across the continuum.Corequisites: NRSG 262, NRSG 265, SOCI 101.This course covers topics related to integrated nursing care of individual clients and groups of clients as well as basic principles related to supervision of nursing practice and management of resources. Topics include role differentiation among care providers, organization and prioritization, delegation, supervision and appropriate practice/practice setting; management of the needs of individual and groups of clients, management of health care resources. Additionally, the course helps the student integrate didactic content from all other nursing courses and will help the student in her or his transition from the student role to the role of the Registered Nurse. Students examine legal/ethical issues in nursing, values clarification, conflict resolution and consensus building and effective communication techniques in the employment setting. Licensure exam (NCLEX-RN) preparation and process are also included as a component of the course. The preceptor based clinical component allows the student to function in the role of a registered nurse while working one-to-one with a designated RN preceptor.


NRSG_267_01Mgd Client Care for RN Clinical
Meets: 5/21/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
2crArrArrangedArranged0E DeCree
 

Prerequisite(s): NRSG 230, NRSG 231, NRSG 232, NRGS 233, NRSG 234, NRSG 235, NRSG 236, NRSG 237, NRSG 244, NRSG 245, NRSG 246, NRSG 247, NRSG 254, and NRSG 255.Corequisite(s): NRSG 266.This precepted clinical experience focuses on principles of nursing leadership and management in a variety of settings. Students apply knowledge to provide culturally competent, holistic interventions within the professional nursing role for individuals, communities, and families across the lifespan.


NRSG_267_60Mgd Client Care for RN Clinical
Meets: 5/21/2018-8/3/2018
Lincoln County Campus/Libby
2crArrArrangedArranged0J Ivers
 

Prerequisite(s): NRSG 230, NRSG 231, NRSG 232, NRGS 233, NRSG 234, NRSG 235, NRSG 236, NRSG 237, NRSG 244, NRSG 245, NRSG 246, NRSG 247, NRSG 254, and NRSG 255.Corequisite(s): NRSG 266.This precepted clinical experience focuses on principles of nursing leadership and management in a variety of settings. Students apply knowledge to provide culturally competent, holistic interventions within the professional nursing role for individuals, communities, and families across the lifespan.


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NUTR_221N_80Basic Human Nutrition
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
3crArrArrangedOnline12J Montague
 

This course relates nutritional needs during different stages of the life cycle. Basic concepts of human nutrition including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, minerals, absorption, digestions, metabolism, and energy utilization and how they relate to health and food consumption are covered.


NUTR_221N_81Basic Human Nutrition
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
3crArrArrangedOnline12J Montague
 

This course relates nutritional needs during different stages of the life cycle. Basic concepts of human nutrition including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, minerals, absorption, digestions, metabolism, and energy utilization and how they relate to health and food consumption are covered.


 Psychology
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PSYX_100A_01Introduction to Psychology
Meets: 7/2/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: This is a late starting course.
4crMTW8:15AM-11:45AMAT 2055B Woody
 

This course is the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. Topics include (but are not limited to) the history and disciplines of psychology, research methods, the biological bases of behavior, human development, sensation and perception, consciousness, cognition, intelligence, learning, memory, motivation, emotion, personality, stress and coping, disorders and their treatments, and social psychology.


PSYX_100A_80Introduction to Psychology
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
4crArrArrangedOnline15N Shepard
 

This course is the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. Topics include (but are not limited to) the history and disciplines of psychology, research methods, the biological bases of behavior, human development, sensation and perception, consciousness, cognition, intelligence, learning, memory, motivation, emotion, personality, stress and coping, disorders and their treatments, and social psychology.


PSYX_100A_81Introduction to Psychology
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
4crArrArrangedOnline14N Shepard
 

This course is the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. Topics include (but are not limited to) the history and disciplines of psychology, research methods, the biological bases of behavior, human development, sensation and perception, consciousness, cognition, intelligence, learning, memory, motivation, emotion, personality, stress and coping, disorders and their treatments, and social psychology.


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SOCI_101A_01Introduction to Sociology
Meets: 6/5/2018-8/2/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
3crTWTh1:00PM-2:40PMAT 20222L Greene
 

A course designed to introduce the student to the concepts and terms used in the study of man as a social being, it addresses group life of humans: culture, society, association, institutions, collective behavior, and social interaction.


SOCI_101A_80Introduction to Sociology
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
3crArrArrangedOnline2A Mezahav
 

A course designed to introduce the student to the concepts and terms used in the study of man as a social being, it addresses group life of humans: culture, society, association, institutions, collective behavior, and social interaction.


SOCI_101A_81Introduction to Sociology
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Online Course
3crArrArrangedOnline19A Mezahav
 

A course designed to introduce the student to the concepts and terms used in the study of man as a social being, it addresses group life of humans: culture, society, association, institutions, collective behavior, and social interaction.


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STAT_216M_01Introduction to Statistics
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
4crMTWTh9:30AM-10:45AMRH 17415J Yorba
 

Prerequisite: Grade of "C" or better in M115M, M140M, or M152M, appropriate placement test score, or Math Department consent.Graphical methods, measures of location and dispersion, probability, commonly used distributions, estimation, and tests of hypotheses through analysis of variance are introduced. Five major probability distributions are discussed: the binomial, normal, student's t, chi-square, and the F distribution.


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WLDG_111_01Welding Theory I Practical
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
Note: This course will not meet June 12-16
4crTTh11:00AM-4:45PMOT 11418R Hill
Add'l Fee: $150.00
 

This is an introductory course presenting the care and use of arc and oxy-fuel welding equipment, regulators, torches, cylinders, power sources, electrodes, characteristics of operation, welding of mild steel and special application weld procedures. Various techniques of welding mild steel and medium steel will be studied. Mechanical properties of metals and types of joints are also presented.


WLDG_145_02Fabrication Basics I
Meets: 6/18/2018-6/22/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: For High School Instructors Only.
2crMTWThF

MTWThF
8:00AM-12:00PM

1:00PM-4:30PM
OT 116A

OT 116A
0S Brown
 

Corequisite(s): EWLD 110, WLDG 111 and WLDG 117.This course covers basic fabrication techniques as they relate to product manufacturing, maintenance and repair. Topics presented include bending, forming, shearing, punching operations. Emphasis is placed on welding with the FCAW (Dual Shield) method. This course also covers thermal torch cutting (i.e. hand held plasma and oxy-fuel). Students will be able to perform proficiency within these cutting methods and describe the pros and cons of each method.


WLDG_185_01Welding Qualification Tst Prep
Meets: 6/11/2018-6/15/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: For High School Instructors Only.
2crMTWThF

MTWThF
8:00AM-12:00PM

1:00PM-4:30PM
OT 114

OT 114
0R Hill
 

Prerequisite: WLDG 111 or instructor's consent.This course provides experienced welders the opportunity to prepare for, practice, and complete the AWS National Welding Certificate exam to AWS D1.1 code. The training will include flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead positions of mild and medium steel. Emphasis is placed on heat and rod selection for various metals, techniques, and exam requirements. Both stick and tig welders will be employed. This course may be repeated for a total of eight credits. Students receiving financial aid or Veterans' benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating this class.


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WRIT_101W_01College Writing I
Meets: 5/29/2018-8/3/2018
Kalispell Campus
3crMW9:00AM-11:15AMAT 2087H Bissell Kauffman
 

Prerequisite: score of 11 or better on FVCC Writing Placement, or a score of 75 or better on COMPASS placement test or a grade of "C-" or better in WRIT 095.Instruction and practice in expository writing. This course emphasizes specific writing and revision techniques to develop coherence, conciseness, clear and forceful style and voice, and thinking skills. Assignments range from short pieces to essays and a research paper. Mastery of the basics of grammar and mechanics is assumed.


WRIT_101W_02College Writing I
Meets: 7/2/2018-8/1/2018
Kalispell Campus
Late Starting Course
Note: This course is a late starting course.
3crMTW9:00AM-11:45AMAT 2060K Dunnehoff
 

Prerequisite: score of 11 or better on FVCC Writing Placement, or a score of 75 or better on COMPASS placement test or a grade of "C-" or better in WRIT 095.Instruction and practice in expository writing. This course emphasizes specific writing and revision techniques to develop coherence, conciseness, clear and forceful style and voice, and thinking skills. Assignments range from short pieces to essays and a research paper. Mastery of the basics of grammar and mechanics is assumed.



Summer Semester 2018 - Credit Courses
May 29, 2018 - August 3, 2018

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