Winter Session | Middlesex Community College, Middletown CT

December 26, 2019 – January 16, 2020

Do you want to get ahead in your program of study?
Are you ready to take an online class?
Winter session is a wonderful opportunity to complete a three-credit course at Middlesex Community College. Discuss this great learning opportunity with your advisor before registering!
Use your winter break to:

Accelerate your studies
Catch up on credits
Pick up a requirement or fulfill a prerequisite
Save money while you are home

Benefits of a Winter session class:

Single course focus
Intensive format
Same academic excellence as fall/spring semesters

The deadline to apply for Winter Session courses is December 21.

Winter 2019 Course Offerings:

CRN: 4001 | ART*100 Art Appreciation | 3 Credits
CRN: 4002 | BBG*231 Business Law I 3 Credits
CRN: 4003 | BIO*109 Principles of Biotechnology | 3 Credits
CRN: 4005 | ECE*275 Child Family & School Relations | 3 Credits
CRN: 4006 | ECN*101 Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 Credits
CRN: 4008 | ENG*102 Literature & Composition | 3 Credits
CRN: 4009 | HIS*102 Western Civilization II | 3 Credits
CRN: 4010 | HIS*202 U.S. History II | 3 Credits
CRN: 4020 | MUS*101 Music History & Appreciation I 3 Credits
CRN: 4011 | PSY*111 General Psychology I | 3 Credits
CRN: 4013 | SOC*101 Principles of Sociology | 3 Credits
CRN: 4014 | SOC*103 Social Problems | 3 Credits
CRN: 4016 | SPA*101 Elementary Spanish I 3 Credits
All classes are online.

New, readmit, and non-degree seeking students should fill out an application and follow the instructions on it.

Financial Aid Alert: Only currently matriculated MxCC students may be eligible for Pell Grants for the winter session. Federal financial aid eligibility is based upon the combined winter and spring registration. There is no state financial aid available for the winter session. If you are considering taking winter session classes, please contact the Financial Aid Services Office for further information, and a easy to fill out Winter Session Financial Aid Application.

Tuition and Fees: Tuition and fees for winter courses are different than spring. Please see Winter tuition rates here.

Summer/Winter Withdrawal Policy: In order to receive a 100% tuition refund, a course must be dropped BEFORE the scheduled start date. Once a course begins, no refund will be available.

AST*111, Introduction to Astronomy (4 credits) An introduction to the study of the solar system, the stars, galaxies, nebulae, and newly discovered celestial bodies. Laboratory activities and field trips included. Prerequisites: MAT*137 and eligible for ENG*101. (New course, Fall 2020)
CJS*141, Fingerprinting (1 credit) This hands-on workshop will expose students to the fundamental skills necessary for documenting, identifying, and developing latent fingerprints.   Students will utilize both chemical and physical visualization techniques to include: fingerprint powders, magnetic powders, SPR, Cyanoacrylate fuming, iodine, crystal, and crystal violet. Prerequisites: None
ART*100, Art Appreciation (3 credits) Gen Ed Competency: Aesthetic Dimensions This initial course in the visual arts explores the constantly changing world of art, discovering how this form of expression is defined and the rich, varied ways in which it can be appreciated. The study of the individual elements and principles that constitute a work of art is undertaken in this exploration of creativity. Visits to galleries, studios, and museums are an integral part of the course. Prerequisite: Eligible for either ENG*101E or ENG*101. (Updated November 2014) (Fulfills a “D” course requirement for students who enrolled in a degree program prior to the Fall 2016 semester.)
BBG*231, Business Law I (3 credits) Gen Ed Competency: Critical Analysis & Logical Thinking An introductory study of the legal system of the United States and its relationship to the business manager. Topics include contracts, sales (general background in torts and product liability under Article 2 of the UCC), negotiable instruments and administrative agencies. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENG*101. (Updated Fall 2017)
BIO*109, Principles of Biotechnology (3 credits) Gen Ed Competencies: Global Knowledge,  Historical Knowledge, Scientific Reasoning This course provides a basic introduction to the field of biotechnology. Students will gain a broad understanding of the goals, products, practices, regulations, ethics, and career paths in the biotechnology industry. Students will acquire the fundamental knowledge of the biotechnology industry through the introduction of molecular biology, contemporary techniques, and applications. In addition, students will learn about current topics from lectures, as well as guest speakers from industry partners. This course is intended for students in the biotechnology program, as well as students exploring career options in the field of science. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENG*101. (Updated April 2018)
ECE*275, Child, Family and School Relations (3 credits) An in-depth look at the child, the family, and the relationship between the school and the family. An understanding of child behavior and its guidance will be examined, as will communication with families. Students will explore today’s families and how schools can develop working relationships with families. Prerequisite: ECE*101. (Updated November 2014) (Fulfills a “D” course requirement for students who enrolled in a degree program prior to the Fall 2016 semester.)
ECN*101, Principles of Macroeconomics (3 credits) Gen Ed Competencies: Critical Analysis & Logical Thinking, Social Phenomena An elementary study of the macroeconomic system. A study of the interrelationships among the household, business and government sectors. An elementary study of output, income, employment, consumption, inflation,fluctuations in the economy, and fiscal and monetary policy. This course should be taken after ECN*102. Prerequisites: Eligible for either ENG*101E or ENG*101 and eligible for either MAT*137E or MAT*137. (Updated November 2014)
ENG*102, Literature and Composition (3 credits) Gen Ed Competencies: Critical Analysis & Logical Thinking, Written Communication in English Students will learn how to develop interpretations of literature through reading short fiction, poetry, drama, and essays. They will be introduced to literary terminology and to standard critical approaches. They will also learn how to use source materials in order to clearly express their views about literature in several argumentative essays, which includes at least one research essay. Prerequisite: Either ENG*101ALP, ENG*101E, or ENG*101 with a “C” or better. (Updated Fall 2017) (Fulfills an “L” course requirement for students who enrolled in a degree program prior to the Fall 2016 semester.)
HIS*102, Western Civilization II (3 credits) Gen Ed Competency: Historical Knowledge Students will explore significant economic, social, political, military, and intellectual trends in Western Society during the past three hundred years. Particular emphasis will be given to the ideas of political and economic freedom, the impact of the Industrial Revolution, changing intellectual climates, colonialism, the two World Wars, and the Cold War. May be taken without HIS*101. (Updated November 2014) (Fulfills a “D” course requirement for students who enrolled in a degree program prior to the Fall 2016 semester.)
HIS*202, United States History II (3 credits) Gen Ed Competency: Historical Knowledge A systematic study of the United States from Reconstruction to the present, with special attention given to industrialism’s social, economic, and ideological impact, America’s changing ethnic make-up, race conflict, and changes in the United States’ international position through the two World Wars and the Cold War. May be taken without HIS*201. (Updated November 2014) (Fulfills a “D” course requirement for students who enrolled in a degree program prior to the Fall 2016 semester.)
MUS*101, Music History and Appreciation I  (3 credits) Gen Ed Competency: Aesthetic Dimensions, Historical Knowledge Understanding and appreciation of music literature. Classic, Romantic, and Modern styles studied through the works of composers of those periods. (Updated November 2014)
PSY*111, General Psychology I (3 credits) Gen Ed Competencies: Scientific Reasoning, Social Phenomena An exploration and review of the field of psychology, including major principals, theoretical perspectives and methodological approaches, with an emphasis on the biological basis of mind and behavior, healthy psychology, motivation and emotion, learning, memory, psychological disorders and treatment, and social psychology. Prerequisite: Eligible for either ENG*101E or ENG 101. (Fulfills a “D” course requirement for students who enrolled in a degree program prior to the Fall 2016 semester.) (Updated Fall 2017)
SOC*101, Principles of Sociology  (3 credits) Gen Ed Competency: Social Phenomena A study of modern society and its social organization, institutions, groups and social roles. Topics of study will include patterns of social interaction, the organization and stratification of groups ranging from families to corporations, and others. Learning objectives include applying scientific methods of analysis and examining social issues from a humanistic perspective. Prerequisite: Eligible for either ENG*101E or ENG*101. (Fulfills a “D” course requirement for students who enrolled in a degree program prior to the Fall 2016 semester.) (Updated November 2014)
SOC*103, Social Problems (3 credits) Gen Ed Competency: Social Phenomena A systematic analysis of major contemporary social problems, such as mental illness, crime, poverty, and racial and ethnic conflicts, with emphasis on their origins. Recommended as the introductory course for students having a general interest in sociology. Majors in the field should also take SOC*101. Prerequisite: Eligible for either ENG*101E or ENG*101. (Updated November 2014)
SPA*101, Elementary Spanish I (3 credits) Gen Ed Competency: Social Phenomena Fundamentals of grammar with emphasis on the development of speaking, listening, and writing skills. (Fulfills a “D” course requirement for students who enrolled in a degree program prior to the Fall 2016 semester.) (Updated Fall 2017)