Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
- Consult with your faculty mentor or academic advisor to determine educational requirements, including possible university transfer options, for your chosen career field.
When to Start Taking Classes
It is suggested that you begin taking the courses found in this course sequence starting in a Fall Semester.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
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Fall Semester (Term 1)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTT110 | Introduction to Caterpillar Service Industry | Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division.View requisites | 3 | ||
| CTT112 | Hydraulic Fundamentals | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110.View requisites | 3 | ||
| CTT114 | Basic Electrical Fundamentals | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110.View requisites | 3 | ||
| CTT118 | Caterpillar Dealer Internship I | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110.View requisites | 3 | ||
| ENG101 or ENG107 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | Prerequisites: Writing placement or (C/ better in ESL097 or WAC101) or (B/better in ALT100) or (C in ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (C/better in ESL202 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+). or Prerequisites: Writing test score or (C/better in ESL097 or WAC101),or (B/better in ALT100) or (C in ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (C/better in ESL202 and Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+).View requisites | FYC or FYC | 3 | |
| FYE101 or FYE103 |
Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success | 1–3 |
Spring Semester (Term 2)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(ENG101 or ENG107) and (RDG095 or RDG100 or RDG100LL or RDG111 or RDG112 or RDG113)] or a grade of B or better in ALT100 or an appropriate district placement or permission of Instructor.View requisites | OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment | L | 0–3 |
| CTT111 | Caterpillar Engine Fundamentals | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110.View requisites | 4 | ||
| CTT113 | Fuel Systems | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110.View requisites | 3 | ||
| CTT116 | Power Train I | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110.View requisites | 3 | ||
| CTT119 | Caterpillar Dealer Internship II | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110.View requisites | 3 | ||
| ENG102 or ENG108 or ENG111 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL or Technical and Professional Writing | Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG107. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 or ENG107 or permission of Instructor.View requisites | FYC or FYC or L | 3 | |
| Social Behavioral | Any approved general education course in the Social-Behavioral Sciences area Recommended CFS157 Marriage and Family Life | SB | 3 |
Summer Semester (Term 3)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GTC107 or MAT15+ |
Technical Mathematics I or College Algebra/Functions | MAT15+ is recommended for students interested in transferring to Pittsburgh State University. | 3–6 | ||
| CTT115 | Air Conditioning Fundamentals | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110.View requisites | 3 | ||
| CTT201 | Machine Electronics | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110.View requisites | 3 | ||
| WLD101 | Introduction to Welding | 3 |
Fall Semester (Term 4)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTT117 | Machine Hydraulic Systems | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110.View requisites | 3 | ||
| CTT200 | Power Train II | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110.View requisites | 3 | ||
| CTT205 | Caterpillar Dealer Internship III | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110.View requisites | 3 | ||
| Humanities, Arts and Design | Any approved general education course in the Humanities, Arts and Design area Recommended ENH255 Contemporary U.S. Literature and Film | HU | 3 | ||
| COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisitesView requisites | SB or SB or L or SB | 3 |
Term 5
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTT202 | Engine Diagnostics and Repair | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110.View requisites | 3 | ||
| CTT203 | Machine Diagnostics | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110.View requisites | 3 | ||
| CTT204 | Machine Specific Systems | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110.View requisites | 3 | ||
| CTT206 | Caterpillar Dealer Internship IV | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110.View requisites | 3 |
Course Area Key
- FYC = First Year Composition
- HU = Humanities, Fine Arts, and Design
- L = Literacy & Critical Inquiry
- SB = Social-Behavioral Sciences