Noncredit STEM Offerings at MCC

• Advanced Manufacturing/Robotics
• Inspection Practices
• Electronics Technician

Business Computer Application Certificate

This certificate course will prepare you for a position in offices where proficiency in software such as Microsoft Office suite is used. These positions include administrative assistant, customer service or data entry. Students will become proficient in computer skills such as file & folder management, system backup, device/printer setup, internet basics, password management along with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation, and calendar software packages. These tools are commonly used in most work environments today. (24 hours) $330

Monday, February 24 to April 14
6pm-9pm
Bedford Campus
Building: Academic Resource, room 101
Course Number: TEC 748 30   CRN: 18161
Instructor: TROCHE

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Intro to C++ Programming

In this online course through Ed2go, learn how to program the easy way in C++. Introduction to C++ Programming is a project-oriented course. You'll get right to programming in this course—even if you have no prior programming experience! Before you know it, you'll be putting together programs, and you'll see how easy programming really is.    Classes begin monthly.  
(24 hours).  $170. Course is online through Ed2go. 
Not eligible for waivers.  Enrollment and payment are through Ed2go:  

https://www.ed2go.com/mcc/online-courses/c-plus-plus-programming-introduction/

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MS Excel Certificate

From beginning to advanced functions, this course is designed to teach you the features of MS Excel. Upon successful completion you will be able to: create and format a worksheet; create formulas; manipulate and calculate data with advanced formulas, create and modify tables, present data with charts, analyze data using PivotTables, customize data, work with multiple workbooks, import and export data.  Pre-Req: -Students must be proficient with MS Windows & keyboarding in a PC environment.
24 hours  $330

Tuesday nights: March 4 - April 22, 2025
6p - 9p
Bedford campus
Building Academic Resources, room 101
Course Number:  TEC 759 30    CRN: 20120   
Professor:  TROCHE

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Practical Computers - An Intro to PC’s and Windows

This course is an introduction to the computer and computer applications via lecture and hands-on activities. We start with an overview of computer hardware, software, and networks that include the use of Microsoft Windows for running programs, the creation of folders, and file management. We continue with a focus on Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Email, and the Internet. (12 hours) $219 

Wednesday, March 26 to April 16
5:30pm-8:30pm
Lowell Campus
Course Number: TEC 602 81   CRN: 20121
Instructor: CAMPION

Friday, April 4 to May 2
9:30am-12:30pm
Bedford Campus
Course Number: TEC 602 30   CRN: 12252
Instructor:  KILROY

Generative AI 

Join us for an enlightening two-evening workshop on generative artificial intelligence (AI). Discover how AI tools can enhance and revolutionize both your professional and personal endeavors. This workshop is tailored for tech enthusiasts, business professionals and anyone eager to understand the future of AI. We’ll simplify the complex principles of generative AI and highlight its diverse applications. Taught by Peter Shea, M.A., Director of Professional Development at Middlesex Community College. Instructor Shea has years of experience in tracking AI advancements and is a featured speaker at various education conferences. $99

Course Number: CAR 922 75       CRN: 20334  
Wednesday nights
April 2 to April 9, 2025
Online with class meeting times
6:00p- 8:30p
Professor: SHEA

 

Google IT Support Professional Certificate/ Comp TIA A+ Exam - Hybrid

Google's IT Support Professional/CompTIA A+ Certificate is a program that prepares you for entry-level roles in IT support with no experience or degree necessary. Through a dynamic mix of video lectures, quizzes, and hands-on labs and widgets, this program introduces learners to troubleshooting, customer service, networking, operating systems, system administration, and security. The curriculum includes motivating personal stories from Google employees, with unique backgrounds and perspectives, who started their careers in IT support. Upon completion, learners receive a Google IT Support Professional Certificate badge they can display on their LinkedIn profiles.  Class consists of 12-16 hours per week of self-paced online study through a software license and 2 hours of in-class instruction with an IT professional.  Weekly office hours are included for additional support. Not eligible for tuition waivers.  (180 hours).  $2100. The CompTIA A+ exam fee is included in the tuition. Textbooks are a separate fee and not included.
Pre-requisite: A general understanding of Windows client operating systems and experience with Microsoft products and technologies is recommended. Regular access to a Microsoft based PC (MS Windows or MS Edge) is required.

Pay Plan Available

Course Number: TEC 780 32   CRN: 20407
Saturdays
January 25 to June 28, 2025
12pm to 2pm     
Online with class meeting times*
Professor:  BOWEN JR

* Class may meet on campus one or two times during the course

No class on May 24

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Google Cybersecurity Certificate/CompTIA Security +

Gain essential cybersecurity skills with the Google Cybersecurity Certificate and CompTIA Security +. This course covers security analysis, preventing unauthorized access, programming for security tasks, using SIEM tools, intrusion detection, and packet analysis. Earn a Google Cybersecurity badge upon completion. Training consists of 5+ hours of self-study each week, supported by 2 hours of instruction with an IT professional. Office hours are included for additional support. The CompTIA Security + exam (voucher included) validates your baseline skills in core security functions and is widely recognized in the industry. More jobs use Security + for baseline cybersecurity skills than any other certification in the industry.

Pre-requisite: Participants must have a Google IT Support Professional certificate or Comp TIA A+ certification or equivalent experience. Note: Tuition waivers not applicable. (80 hours). $2700  The Comp TIA Security + exam voucher is included in the cost.

Pay Plan Available 

Course Number: TEC 792 33       CRN: 20408
Wednesday nights
March 26 to June 11, 2025
Online with set meeting times
5:30p - 7:30p
Professor:  BOWEN JR

Engineering/CAD for Adult Learners 

Engineering/CAD careers offer tremendous versatility and opportunities as the work makes an impact on our everyday world.  Engineers and Computer Aided Designers (CAD) have the opportunity to design things that can significantly improve our lives. We will introduce you to a career in engineering and CAD.  You will explore your skills, values, and life goals while be introduced to tools such as hand-on printed circuit board layout, 3D printers, and other engineering tools through software programs and lecture.  We will include career mapping, tools such as SOLIDWORKS, printed circuit board layout, to formulate a real-world perspective on current jobs in Engineering and CAD and the requirements needs to achieve them!  Class will culminate with an assessment.  (15 hours) $195

5/27, 5/28, 5/29 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
6/2, 6/3, 6/4 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
10:00am-12:30pm
Bedford Campus, Building: Henderson Hall, room 113
Course Number: CAR 999 30  CRN: 20392
Professor: ESCALONA

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FAA Remote Pilot Certification  Exam Prep

This program will cover the required knowledge content areas of the FAA’s Remote Pilot Testing including: Regulations, The National Airspace System, Weather, Aircraft Loading and Performance, and Flight Operations.  Upon completion, students should feel qualified to take the FAA Remote Pilot Test. 
Practice Questions will also be a key factor of this course. 
A third day is also included that will focus on the safe UAS operations in the field while operating advanced training drones in various exercises.  Course participants will also learn about key safety features of certain models of UAS’s as well as how to develop and follow sound checklist procedures and maintenance protocols. 

Please note: Instructor will use common drones (Mavic or Phantom) on day 3 of the class.  Participants are encouraged to bring their own device.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

• To prepare attendees with minimal UAS experience for the FAA Remote Pilot Written examination
• To introduce attendees to the current FAA requirements for drone operations as they apply to both private and public entities.
• To Introduce attendees on the current FAA Remote Pilot Regulations
• To introduce both current and potential drone operators of some of the most common safety practices.

Day 1 - FAA Certification Ground School

• Module 0.5: Course Preflight
• Module 1: FAA Part 107 Regulations​
• Module 2: FAA Part 107 Regulations​ & Regulation Updates
• Module 3: VFR Sectionals & National Airspace System​ - Airspace Classes
• Module 3.5: VFR Sectionals & National Airspace System​ - TFRs & Special Use Airspace
• Module 4: VFR Sectionals & National Airspace System​ - VFR Legend
• Module 4.5: VFR Sectionals & National Airspace System​ - VFR Sections
• Module 4.6: VFR Sectionals & National Airspace System​ - Online Airspace Resources

Day 2 - FAA Certification Ground School

• Module 5: Weather Part 1 – Weather Theory​
• Module 6: Weather Part 2 – Weather Reports​ (METARs and TAFs)
• Module 7: Aircraft Loading and Performance​
• Module 8: Flight Operations Part 1​: Airport Runway Markings and Traffic Patterns
• Module 8.5: Flight Operations Part 2​: Aeronautical decision making and flight physiology
• Module 9: Emergency Procedures
• Module 10: Aircraft Maintenance​

Day 3 - Field Training and Test Prep

• Module 11: UAS Safety Mitigation
• Module 12: UAS Prelaunch
• Module 13:  UAS Basic Maneuvers
• Module 14: UAS Advanced Maneuvers
• Module 15: Emergency Procedures

PRESENTER: John Kreeft – Cape Air Pilot

John is currently flying his 15^th year as a captain for Cape Air, and teaches aviation in MCC’s College for Kids Program. He has worked as a training instructor at two airlines. As a college professor, he has taught aviation science ground school classes for 13 years at three different New England aviation colleges.

(21 hours) $650

Saturday, April 26, May 3, May 1, 2025
9:00am - 4:00pm
Middlesex Community College 
591 Springs Road, Bedford, MA 
Course Number CAR 974 31   CRN 20449
Building: Henderson Hall
Room: HH 109
Instructor: John Kreeft