Funeral Service | Western Technical College

Associate Degree

Credits:

31.00

Financial Aid Eligible

Western offers most courses in a 7-week format, but course length can vary. There are two 7-week sessions in each term, so courses listed below may not be taken at the same time. See www.westerntc.edu/7-weeks for more information.

This course list gives you an idea of what coursework will be required for the first two terms of this program but is not the official list. Current students should use the MyWestern self-service portal for academic planning. View MATC's Funeral Service page for course information on the remaining terms.

First Term

Course NameCourse NumberCredits

Business LawCourse: 102-130Credits: 3.00

This course emphasizes the role of law in today's business environment. Students will be introduced to the sources of law, consumer protection, contracts, real and personal property law, landlord and tenant agreements, agency and employment agreements, and forms of business ownership.

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General ChemistryCourse: 806-134Credits: 4.00

Covers the fundamentals of chemistry. Topics include the metric system, problem-solving, periodic relationships, chemical reactions, chemical equilibrium, properties of water; acids, bases, and salts; and gas laws.

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Gen Anatomy & PhysiologyCourse: 806-177Credits: 4.00

Examines basic concepts of human A & P as they relate to health sciences.Using a body systems approach, the course emphasizes the interrelationships between structure and function at the gross & microscopic levels of organization of the entire human body. It is intended to prepare health care professionals who need to apply basic concepts of whole body A & P to informed decision-making & professional communication with colleagues & patients. (This course also provides the foundation, and is a prerequisite to Advanced Anatomy and Physiology).

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Intro to Psychology Course: 809-198Credits: 3.00

Alternate course Intro to Psychology (809-198), General Psychology (809-231) or another approved related course.

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Strengths SeminarCourse: 890-106Credits: 1.00

This course supports learners as they make the transition to college, as appropriate to their area of interest. Students will investigate their strengths to adopt successful academic habits, explore career goals, build digital literacy, navigate campus resources, and foster community, belonging, and wellness.

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Second Term

Course NameCourse NumberCredits

Introduction to AccountingCourse: 101-108Credits: 3.00

The learner will study double-entry accounting, the accounting cycle, merchandise inventory, and payroll. Learners will complete a manual and computerized practice set.

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English Composition 1 Course: 801-136Credits: 3.00

Alternate course English Composition 1 (801-136), English 1 (801-201) or another approved related course.

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Oral/Interpersonal Comm Course: 801-196Credits: 3.00

Alternate course Speech (801-198), Public Speaking (810-201) or another approved related course.

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MicrobiologyCourse: 806-197Credits: 4.00

This course examines microbial structure, metabolism, genetics, growth and the relationship between humans and microorganisms. Disease production, epidemiology, host defense mechanisms and the medical impact of microbes in the environment, industry, and biotechnology are also addressed.

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Intro to Sociology Course: 809-196Credits: 3.00

Alternate course Intro to Sociology (809-196), Principles of Sociology (809-203) or another approved related course.

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