Hennepin Technical College, Viewbook 2020

VIEWBOOK 2020 HennepinTech.edu/programs

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WELCOME

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INSIDE About Hennepin Technical College...................................................................2-6 Building & Landscape................................................................................11 Business & Accounting..............................................................................12 Customized Training & Continuing Education.........................................................26 Emergency & Public Service.........................................................................13 General Education.................................................................................... 7 Health...............................................................................................14 Individualized Studies................................................................................15 Information Technology..............................................................................16 Manufacturing & Engineering Technology............................................................17 Media Communications..............................................................................18 Post Secondary Enrollment Option (PSEO)............................................................. 7 Program Information Grid........................................................................ 21-25 Service & Education.............................................................................. 8-10 Student Life & Career Development...................................................................19 Transportation.......................................................................................20

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Student Life and Career Development

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English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

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Transfer Center

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TRIO Student Support Services

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Financial Aid and Scholarships

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Veterans’ Services

952-995-1300 • info@hennepintech.edu Hennepin Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. In 2003, Hennepin Tech became a member of the HLC Academic Quality Improvement Program.

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7,764 students are served annually

WHAT MAKES US GREAT HANDS-ON TRAINING

Our faculty have industry experience and provide you with career-focused, hands-on learning and technical training in state-of-the-art labs.

PARTNERSHIPS WITH LOCAL EMPLOYERS

99%

of our students find jobs within their field of study

Hennepin Technical College values its partnerships with a large network of more than 500 businesses.

Our industry partners offer internships, mentoring and jobs.

99% JOB PLACEMENT RATE

Our graduates succeed because they get real-world experiences and exceptional training.

HTC IS A MEMBER OF MINNESOTA STATE

82% of our students attend college part-time

Many of our courses are transferable to many 4-year universities for those students who are interested in continuing their education beyond Hennepin Technical College.

WE ARE ACCREDITED BY THE HIGHER LEARNING COMMISSION OF THE NORTH CENTRAL ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGES AND SCHOOLS

Our graduates succeed not only because they get real-world experience and mentoring, but they have inquisitive minds that work together to produce great things.

46%

of our attendees are students of color

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OUR MISSION To provide excellence in career and technical education for employment and advancement in an ever-changing global environment.

Hennepin Technical College offers one of the lowest tuition rates in Minnesota. We have two locations in the northwest and southwest end of Hennepin County which are accessible to the entire Twin Cities and surrounding areas.

Anoka-Ramsey CC Pine Technical Lake Superior College

$5,192 $5,234 $5,321

$5,385 Hibbing CC Fond du Lac Tribal & CC Mesabi Range CC Itasca CC Vermillion CC Rainy River CC Inver Hills CC MN State C & TC St. Cloud T & CC Minneapolis College Alexandria T & CC Century College Ridgewater College Central Lakes College South Central College Northwest Technical North Hennepin CC Northland C & TC Riverland CC Anoka Technical Saint Paul College MN State-College SE Rochester C & TC MN West C & TC Dakota County TC Normandale CC Metropolitan State University MN State University, Mankato St. Cloud State University Winona State University Southwest MN State University Bemidji State University MN State University Moorhead U of M- Rochester U of M- Crookston U of M- Morris U of M- Duluth Capella University Rasmussen College Walden University U of M- Twin Cities Martin Luther College Minneapolis Business College Herzing University Dunwoody College of Tech Concordia, St. Paul North Central University Oak Hills Christian College Crown College Bethany Lutheran College Institute of Production & Recording University of Northwestern St. Mary's University of MN College of St. Scholastica Bethel University Augsburg College Mpls College of Art & Design Concordia College Hamline University St. Catherine University University of St. Thomas St. John's University College of St. Benedict Gustavus Adolphus College St. Olaf College

TUITION COMPARISON MINNESOTA STATE COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES

PRIVATE COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA

Macalester College Carleton College

$5,451 $5,461 $5,466 $5,466 $5,466 $5,466 $5,485 $5,502 $5,537 $5,556 $5,565 $5,578 $5,587 $5,594 $5,636 $5,651 $5,708 $5,715 $5,724 $5,734 $5,737 $5,760 $5,808 $5,846 $5,864 $5,963 $8,114 $8,438 $8,656 $8,696 $8,908 $8,941 $8,953 $13,232 $13,526 $13,578 $13,587 $14,148 $14,899 $15,036 $15,143 $15,870 $15,960 $18,785 $22,736 $22,800 $25,090 $25,224 $26,970 $28,210 $31,355 $32,210 $36,590 $38,282 $38,460 $39,945 $40,396 $41,566 $43,649 $43,670 $45,780 $46,546 $46,820 $47,240 $49,710 $56,292 $57,111

Chart based on 2019-2020 annual undergraduate tuition and fee rates (based on full-time students with 30 credits). Some colleges and universities charge additional fees. The costs do not include room and board for any institution listed.

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HennepinTech.edu/getstarted STEP

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Apply for Admission ■ HennepinTech.edu/getstarted (Apply Now) ■ New students should submit their high school transcript or GED certificate ■ Transfer students should submit their college transcript(s) from previously

attended colleges ■ Visiting students can follow the registration process online at HennepinTech.edu/registration

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Apply for Financial Aid ■

Financial aid is available for students who qualify. For grants, loans, scholarships, and/or work study - complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at fafsa.gov. Please apply early to allow time for processing. HTC's FAFSA School Code is 010491. Students must have a high school diploma, GED, or its equivalent in order to receive financial aid funds

■ For more information on additional payment options, visit us online at

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Complete Placement Testing ■ Visit HennepinTech.edu/testing for placement testing information and to schedule

your ACCUPLACER® placement testing appointment ■ Please note that you may be exempt from some or all of your placement tests

under certain conditions:

– If you have earned qualifying scores on the ACT®, SAT or MCA within the past five years, and have not already submitted your score report to HTC, email it to Testing@Hennepintech.edu to request a review for placement test waiver(s)

– If you have previously taken college courses, your college transcripts may be reviewed for possible placement test waiver(s)

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– You will be notified of placement test waiver results via email

Complete New Student Orientation ■ Once your placement testing requirements have been met, you are ready for new

student orientation. For more details and to register for orientation, go to

HennepinTech.edu/orientation

Step 5: Register for Classes ■ Register for classes through eServices or see an advisor for assistance.

For more information visit HennepinTech.edu/registration

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TRANSFER Hennepin Technical College is a transfer friendly institution. Once you apply and declare a major, the Transfer Specialist can review your transcript to determine what will be accepted for transfer. In addition, the Transfer Center can assist students who plan to transfer to other institutions of higher education from Hennepin Technical College.

The college has many articulation agreements with other colleges and universities to accept credits in transfer for specific academic programs. Articulation agreements are also in place with some high schools. Once high school students are admitted to the college they may be able to receive college credit for specific courses taken at the high school level.

For more information, visit HennepinTech.edu/transfer, or email transfer@hennepintech.edu.

Credit for Prior Learning and Portfolio Review Credit for Prior Learning and Portfolio Review are available to students that have career and life experience. The Credit for Prior Learning course provides students the opportunity to receive college credit for life experience via an individualized portfolio project that documents knowledge in key academic areas. Evidence may include: certificates, letters from supervisors, pictures, videos, and personal narrations explaining key concepts.

The course guides students step-by-step through the preparation and compilation of components required for creating a prior learning assessment (PLA) portfolio. The portfolio provides evidence that students have achieved learning outcomes that are equivalent to learning outcomes in courses taught at HTC. After completing the course and their portfolio, students submit their portfolio for assessment by faculty assessors with the appropriate subject matter expertise.

Areas that provide credit for prior learning ■ AP – Advanced Placement Exams ■ CLEP – College Level Examination Program

■ Credit for Life/Work Experience ■ Foreign/International Credentials/Transcripts

■ Military ■ International Baccalaureate ■ High School Articulation ■ Test Out ■ DANTES

MINNESOTA TRANSFER CURRICULUM (MnTC) Minnesota State, comprised of the two and four-year public colleges and universities, developed a common liberal arts general education curriculum known as the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC). Completion of a defined 40 credits enables a student to transfer lower-division general education coursework to any Minnesota State institution. MnTC courses fall within ten areas of competency called goals. Students who complete the MnTC are certified in the ten goal areas at the originating institution.

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GENERAL EDUCATION Hennepin Technical College offers a wide selection of affordable General Education courses in addition to those that focus on career and hands-on training. HTC provides the same high quality instruction in courses that meet the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) at one of the lowest tuition rates in the state.

Sometimes students wonder why they need to take general education courses as a part of their award program. There are several reasons to take General Education courses: ■ Using the skills you will learn in General Education courses will help you work well with others and bring value to your work while making you a valuable asset to your employer.

■ General Education courses have been designed to support your program and will assist you in working with coworkers, vendors, and customers, by teaching critical thinking and the people skills necessary to help with your success.

■ You may complete all 40 credits of your required General Education MnTC courses at HTC for transfer to four-year institutions.

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POST SECONDARY ENROLLMENT OPTION (PSEO) PSEO is a great opportunity for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors to earn college credit towards a career pathway while simultaneously earning credit towards high school graduation requirements.

Benefits of PSEO

PSEO Application Process:

■ Earn college credit and high school credit at the same time

1. Complete HTC online application

■ Courses and required text books are free

2. Submit high school Transcript

■ Explore different career options and subject matter

3. Submit Notice of Student Registration (Form from the MN Department of Education)

■ Get ahead! Some students are able to graduate with an associate degree, diploma, or certificate at the same time they graduate high school ■ Demonstrate ability to be successful in a college level course

4. Take Accuplacer Placement test (You may be exempt based on ACT®, SAT or MCA scores.* 5. Attend mandatory PSEO orientation and register for courses

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Student Life & Career Development’s Mission and Vision: • Empower students to build essential skills for their lives and careers.

• Ignite an inclusive community of learners to advance engagement, leadership, well-being, and career success through co-curricular engagement.

STUDENT LIFE & CAREER DEVELOPMENT Career Preparation Services

Career Experiences and Internships

Career services provides assistance to students in all areas of the job search process including:

Participating in a career experience or internship is a crucial part of learning your profession. Students interested in on-the-job learning, career experience and internships in addition to their program requirements can find opportunities by emailing jobs@hennepintech.edu.

• Resume and cover letter development and/or review • • • • •

Interviewing skills and practice interviews Networking with employers Mentoring and internship resources Workshops Informational sessions

Career Fairs

College Central Network

It is never to early in your education to attend a career fair!

Hennepin Technical College (HTC) career fairs are filled with employers looking to hire HTC students and graduates. The career fairs are designed to connect students and graduates to employers within specific program areas. However, many employers recruit from across all majors and train college graduates for a variety of careers. You do not have to be ready to apply for a job to attend a career fair. Career fairs are a great way to start preparing for a future job search by networking with recruiters and learning about upcoming opportunities and requirements.

Visit www.collegecentral.com/hennepintech/ and create an account and get access to: • • • • • • •

On-campus employment opportunities Resume and portfolio builder Informational career articles and tips Career related podcasts View and apply to employers looking for HTC students and graduates Check out upcoming career events

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STUDENT LIFE & CAREER DEVELOPMENT Student Engagement & Student Experience Team Student Life offers engagement opportunities designed so you can come when you can and leave when you need to! The Student Life staff organizes these activities along with the Student Experience Team. The Student Experience Team is a group of select students who are dedicated to positively representing Hennepin Technical College as peer mentors and assist in the planning and execution of campus activities and events. The Student Experience Team puts on weekly events throughout each semester. Staff organize larger events such as Disc Golf, What’s Poppin’? Welcome Week, Be Healthy HTC, Grad Madness, and many more!

Student Senate, Clubs & Organizations Student Senate is the official representation of student voices at Hennepin Technical College. All students are encouraged to attend Student Senate meetings. Student Senate meetings are open to every student and are held alternately on Wednesdays at noon (except during breaks and in the summer). The Student Senate office is located in F121 (inside the Student Life and Career Center) on each campus. HTC also has a number of clubs for students to join. For more information, visit our website.

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Health Programming A 2017 recipient of The White House Healthy Campus, healthy living is an important aspect to campus life. Fitness Center, health insurance education, sexual assault education, and connections to community resources are all part of the focus on healthy living at HTC.

Keys to Success A Leadership for Life Series Communication and professionalism are top leadership skills that employers want to see in HTC grads. The Keys to Success - A Leadership for Life series covers a wide range of topics that will support your growth and success in these areas. More information about the one hour workshops can be found on the website.

Disc Golf Courses Each campus has a unique disc golf course available for student and public use.

Maps and rules are available on our website. HTC students are able to check out discs out from the library.

Student Life and Career Center Services

Centers for Student Achievement Services

The Student Life and Career Center is located in room F120 on each campus and offers students a place to relax, socialize, grab coffee, or study between classes.

The Centers for Student Achievement provide tutoring to any enrolled student who needs assistance with their coursework and study skills. Technical areas are covered as well as math, writing, and other general education courses.

In the Student Life and Career Center, you will find Student Experience Team members as a resource as well as the Student Senate office. For more information, visit HennepinTech.edu/slcd.

TRIO Student Support Services TRIO provides support services for students wanting to complete their associate degree with consideration of continuing their studies. The long term goal of TRIO is to assist students in completion of a bachelor’s degree. The TRIO program is a federally funded college opportunity program. Visit the HTC website for more details about the TRIO Student Support Services program.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) The ESOL program leads English language learning students to college level in writing, oral communication, and reading for technical programs. Classes include focus on grammar, accent reduction, and basic computer skills. After completing the ESOL program, students can start a technical program or college level general education courses without any additional developmental courses.

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BUILDING & LANDSCAPE In the Architectural Technology program, you will develop architectural drafting and design skills using state-of-the art computer stations and industry-standard software tools. You will also produce residential and commercial construction drawings using Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology, and 3D rendering. You will focus on energy efficiency and sustainability while learning construction compliance procedures.

HVACR training prepares you for residential and commercial air conditioning, heating and refrigeration – from heat/cool rooftop units, high-efficiency electronically controlled forced air furnaces and hydronic boilers to walk-in coolers/freezers and display cases.

Landscape and Horticulture provides opportunities to grow while learning the basics of landscape design and construction, greenhouse operations, arboriculture and more.

Plumbing Technology provides students with the technical knowledge and skills needed to carry out the wide range of tasks normally performed by a plumber both in a residential and commercial setting.

The Public Works program is a unique 16 credit certificate that prepares graduates for work with municipal, county or state-level public works agencies.

Woodworking curriculum provides hands-on experience with wood joinery, product development, layout systems, machining techniques, wood finishing, and furniture construction.

“Attending Hennepin Technical College for HVAC was a great decision. It allows me to support my family and build a life in a meaningful profession.”

— HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING GRADUATE, DAN KACHINSKE

ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY • CARPENTRY HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING • LANDSCAPE AND HORTICULTURE PLUMBING TECHNOLOGY • PUBLIC WORKS • WOODWORKING TECHNOLOGY` See page 21 for more information

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BUSINESS & ACCOUNTING Hennepin Technical College’s Business and Accounting program prepares students with the skills they need to move their career to the next level, start a new career, or continue their education toward a baccalaureate degree.

HTC accounting and business graduates pursue careers in such diverse specialties as supervision, management, accounting, sales, finance and marketing.

The program focuses on how business principles apply to real-world settings. Business and accounting students develop skills today’s employers need including critical thinking, decision-making, problem solving and effective oral and written communication.

The Business and Accounting program offers students a variety of certificates, diplomas, A.A.S, and A.S. degrees to fit the goals of most business students. Students can earn degrees in accounting, management, marketing and sales, and entrepreneurship.

“So much of what I learned—advertising, marketing, networking—are skills I use in my work. I love owning my own business, and I love using my skills and education to help people.”

— BUSINESS GRADUATE, ANDREW BISCAY

ACCOUNTING • BUSINESS See page 21 – 22 for more information

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EMERGENCY & PUBLIC SERVICE Emergency Medical Services training prepares you to be a vital member of a healthcare team as an EMS Specialist or Emergency Room Technician. Emergency Room Technician certification prepares students to the standards sought by hospital emergency departments and urgent care centers.

With training in the Environmental Health and Safety program, you will learn about hazardous materials and wastes, gaining knowledge you will need for employment in emergency response and hazardous materials management.

Fire Protection provides a career-ladder educational opportunity beginning with certificates and culminating with an A.A.S. degree in fire science technology. Fire training facilities include a multi-story training tower, two-story burn structure, car fire props and fire training simulators.

The Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Education Center is accredited by the Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training. It provides the theory and skills components of the mandated law enforcement curriculum.

The Public Works program is a unique 16 credit certificate that prepares graduates for work with municipal, county or state-level public works agencies.

“Being on the St. Paul Fire Department is the pinnacle.”

Admitting that it’s highly competitive and the requirements are rigorous, Stroebl believes his training at HTC helped him reach his goal.

— FIRE PROTECTION STUDENT, SHAWN STROEBL

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES * • ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND SAFETY FIRE PROTECTION * • LAW ENFORCEMENT * • PUBLIC WORKS See page 22 for more information

*These programs require additional applications. See the website for more information / applications.

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HEALTH The Community Paramedic training program is the first in the state and extends the skills and role of paramedics to serve patients in their communities.

The Dental Assistant program prepares students to assist dentists during patient treatments, as well as complete patient dental records.

A Health Science (Broad Field) degree prepares students for transfer to four-year health programs.

Health Unit Coordinators work in hospitals, extended care facilities, or medical offices to assist nursing staff with non-clinical clerical tasks.

Nursing Station Technicians assist nursing staff with hands-on patient care and advanced administrative duties.

Medical Assistant students gain critical skills needed to perform clinical, lab and administrative duties.

Medical Office prepares students to work in acute care, hospital, outpatient clinic, extended-care, medical insurance office, research or other medical facility.

Nursing Assistants/Home Health Aides can begin their careers at HTC with a 75-hour course that prepares them to take the Nursing Assistant state exam.

Practical Nursing programs are approved by the MN Board of Nursing.

Diploma graduates are eligible to take the NCLEX-PN exam for licensure.

“I liked the hands-on part of the program the most. We had real patients come into the clinic. It was cool to actually do the work we were learning about.”

— DENTAL ASSISTANT GRADUATE, ANNA JURMU

COMMUNITY PARAMEDIC • DENTAL ASSISTANT • HEALTH SCIENCE (BROAD FIELD) HEALTH AND SAFETY • HEALTH UNIT COORDINATOR & NURSING STATION TECHNICIAN MEDICAL ASSISTANT ** • MEDICAL OFFICE NURSING ASSISTANT / HOME HEALTH AIDE • PRACTICAL NURSING See page 22 for more information **The Medical Assistant programis accredited by the Commission of Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of the Medical Assistant Education Review Board (MAERB).

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INDIVIDUALIZED STUDIES An Individualized Studies Degree program offers: •

Flexible degree programming allows you to combine a variety of college courses in your area of career interest

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Development of the specialized skills you need to begin or advance your career

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Ability to meet individual career goals not represented in other degree offerings

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Choices in your area of specialization with a 60 credit degree

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Options to attend classes part-time or full-time and on campus or online

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Transfer into Metropolitan State University’s Individualized Studies baccalaureate degree and other universities

How does the Individualized Studies degree option work?

Students construct a degree plan through consultation with HTC faculty and industry representatives. A key component of the degree is a required two-credit planning course. The planning course offers career development theory and resources, contacts, and the skills necessary to design a degree program. HTC faculty will work with you every step of the way to earn an A.S. or an A.A.S. degree in Individualized Studies.

What about career opportunities?

The career opportunities for this degree are as numerous as the potential individualized degree plans. Each degree plan will focus on a specific career goal. You design the degree. You earn the degree. You will realize the advantages of building a career that is enhanced by a degree truly suited to you as an individual.

• INDIVIDUALIZED STUDIES See page 22 for more information *These programs require additional applications. See the website for more information / applications.

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY The Information Technology (IT) program at Hennepin Technical College (HTC) provides students exceptional training in a degree field that opens up a diverse selection of career opportunities for information technology professionals in network administration, cyber security, database management, IT support, or software development. As businesses and organizations depend more and more on the connecting power of technology, the demand remains high for qualified information technology professionals.

Students will benefit from a curriculum that combines the theory and practice of information technology with fundamental business principles.

Skilled instructors support students through hands-on coursework designed to develop the analytical and problem-solving skills required to succeed as an IT professional in the real world.

HTC offers certificate, diploma, and associate degree programs in information technology that use a blend of on-site and online courses to help you achieve your educational and career goals. You will gain handson experience working on programming and development projects.

“HTC has definitely given me an advantage in pursuing my career goals. It’s given me the key knowledge that I need for cyber security. The learning is hands-on and the instructors challenge students to problem-solve.”

—INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY GRADUATE, NYPHEN SANDERS

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY • CYBER DEFENSE • IT SUPPORT • NETWORK ADMINISTRATION PROGRAMMING AND DATA • WORKPLACE ADMINISTRATION See page 23 for more information

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MANUFACTURING & ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY Hennepin Technical College is a member of the 360° Manufacturing and Applied Engineering ATE Regional Center of Excellence and the Minnesota Center for Engineering and Manufacturing Excellence.

HTC is one of the few colleges that teach a full two-year discipline in Fluid Power Engineering Technology.

HTC’s virtual manufacturing lab is equipped with high-tech simulation technologies.

The Machine Tool Technology Program is an authorized HAAS training center offering one of just two Swiss-style machining programs at Minnesota State colleges. NIMS certification is available.

Automation Robotics Engineering Technology program is the first in Minnesota to become a factory-certified training and education site for the FANUC Robotics Material Handling equipment and software.

Welding and Metal Fabrication students benefit from hands on skillbuilding through virtual and online learning outside of class.

“When you go to work after you finish your program, you’ll have a great understanding of your field and you’ll be in demand.”

— FLUID POWER STUDENT, PATRICK MONTHE

AUTOMATED ROBOTICS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY • ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING CAD TECHNOLOGY • FLUID POWER ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY INDUSTRIAL BUILDING ENGINEERING/MAINTENANCE • MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGY & QUALITY ASSURANCE • MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY PLASTICS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY •WELDING AND METAL FABRICATION See pages 23 – 24 for more information

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MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS The Audio Production program has seven state-of-the-art production studios, each equipped with the industry-standard Pro Tools HD software and hardware. HTC is an AVID Pro Tools Certified training location.

Graphic and Web Design is an important part of our visual world. From websites to magazines to brochures to product packaging, a graphic designer plays a role in determining how they look. Students may choose an emphasis in creative, web design or the printing industry.

As a Graphic and Web Design student, you will gain the knowledge and hands-on experience that prepares you to present ideas and concepts using the most advanced technology.

Interactive Design Video Production (IDVP) students combine creativity and technical skills to prepare for a career in media communications.

In the IDVP program, you’ll cover everything from the basic concepts of dynamic visual media to specific skills you’ll need on the job. Our labs are equipped with cutting-edge equipment and software for Windows and Mac.

“The staff is amazing, and with small class sizes, the instructors are really able to help you reach your full potential.”

— GRAPHIC DESIGN / INTERACTIVE DESIGN VIDEO PRODUCTION GRADUATE, GINA REED

AUDIO PRODUCTION • GRAPHIC AND WEB DESIGN INTERACTIVE DESIGN VIDEO PRODUCTION See pages 24 – 25 for more information

*These programs require additional applications. See the website for more information/applications.

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SERVICE & EDUCATION The HTC Culinary Arts program prepares students for career opportunities in hotels, restaurants, clubs, and the food service industry. Positions available for work are bakers, assistant pastry chefs, kitchen managers, personal chefs, and entry-level management.

Train to be a part of a gourmet restaurant by experiencing all stations within the food service industry such as “front of the house” with HTC’s on-campus gourmet dining room. Experience the theoretical side of the business. Learn exactly what it takes to operate a restaurant and succeed.

Students who complete the Culinary Arts diploma program are eligible to pursue American Culinary Federation certification.

“Now that I’ve seen how Hennepin Tech prepares students for culinary careers, I would definitely choose the Hennepin Tech graduates to work in my kitchen.”

— CULINARY ARTS GRADUATE, DENIS DURNEV

Students in the HTC Child Development program learn how to plan age appropriate activities that recognize the diversity of children and families while providing a healthy, safe environment. Graduates may seek employment as teachers and child care providers.

HTC offers three options for our Child Development students. A 32 credit diploma, a transferrable A.S. degree tailored to ease the transition from 2-year to a 4-year institution, and a 60 credit A.A.S degree. We have articulations with many 4-year institutions, so regardless of which degree you pursue we can help you achieve your goals in the field of Child Development and Early Childhood Education.

“I was using my teaching portfolio from Hennepin Tech (and), shared my lesson plans on Facebook.”

— CHILD DEVELOPMENT GRADUATE, ANNA LARSON

CHILD DEVELOPMENT • CULINARY See pages 25 for more information

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TRANSPORTATION The Auto Body Collision Technology lab has 16,000 square feet of space and state-of-the-art equipment used in modern auto body shops.

Learn from highly qualified instructors with industry experience to become highly-skilled, using sophisticated diagnostic and repair equipment.

The Ford Automotive Student Service Educational Training (ASSET) program is a factory authorized training program that is jointly sponsored by Ford Motor Company, Ford and Lincoln-Mercury Dealers, and HTC. The Ford ASSET program provides internship experience at a sponsoring dealership. HTC puts you on the road to success.

The Marine, Motorsport and Outdoor Power Equipment Technology program prepares you to troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul engines and equipment found in the boating, snowmobile, motorcycle, lawn and garden, and industrial engine industries.

Medium/Heavy Truck Technology combines college courses in the classroom and skill development through paid internships at truck repair companies.

“Physical strength is not an issue. You need the right tools to get the job done. Our teachers have been really, really helpful.”

— AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY GRADUATE, KATIE GUSTAFSON

AUTO BODY COLLISION TECHNOLOGY • AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY FORD AUTOMOTIVE STUDENT SERVICE EDUCATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM (ASSET) MARINE, MOTORSPORT AND OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY MEDIUM/HEAVY TRUCK TECHNOLOGY See pages 25 for more information

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PROGRAM INFORMATION BUILDING & LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY Architectural Technology + Architectural Technology + CABINETMAKING AND WOOD PRODUCT DESIGN Cabinetmaking + Cabinetmaking + CNC Machining for Wood and Plastics Furniture Fabrication Product Fabrication Residential Cabinetry Wood Machining Fabrication CARPENTRY Carpentry + General Construction Laborer Residential Remodeling and Design + HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION Commercial Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration + Residential Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning LANDSCAPE, HORTICULTURE & GREENHOUSE Arboriculture Greenhouse Management Technician Greenhouse Technician Landscape Computer Design Landscape Construction Landscape Design and Construction + Landscape Design and Construction + Landscape/Horticulture + Landscape/Horticulture + Professional Gardening Urban Forestry Technician + PLUMBING TECHNOLOGY Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship BUSINESS ACCOUNTING Accounting + Accounting Accounting Technician Accounting Transfer Pathway + BUSINESS Business Transfer Pathway Entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship Management + Marketing and Sales Supervisory Management

AWARD TYPE CREDITS

A.A.S. DEGREE

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A.S. DEGREE

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PROGRAM INFORMATION INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IT SUPPORT IT Service Desk Technician IT Support + IT Support Specialist + NETWORK ADMINISTRATION Cisco Networking Linux Networking Network Administrator/Analyst + Network Support Specialist Windows Networking PROGRAMMING AND DATA Microsoft Database Specialist SQL Software Developer SQL Software Developer SQL Software Developer WORKPLACE ADMINISTRATION Executive Administrative Professional + Microsoft Office Applications Microsoft Office Generalist Microsoft Office Specialist Workplace Administrative Assistant Workplace Administrative Professional MANUFACTURING & ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY AUTOMATED ROBOTICS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY Automated Machinery Adjuster Automated Machinery Systems + Automation Robotics Engineering Technology + Automation Technologies Controls Engineering Technician Mechatronics Mechatronics Production Technologies ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY Electronics Technology + Electronics Technology + Electronics Technician ENGINEERING CAD TECHNOLOGY 3D Printing System Maintenance Additive Manufacturing Designer AutoCAD Operator Engineering CAD Technology + Engineering CAD Technology + Pro/ENGINEER Operator SolidWorks Operator FLUID POWER ENGINEERING & MOTION CONTROL Fluid Power Engineering Technician + Fluid Power Engineering Technician + Fluid Power Mechanic +

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PROGRAM INFORMATION MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS INTERACTIVE DESIGN & VIDEO PRODUCTION Animation and Motion Graphic Artist Animation and Motion Graphic Artist Interactive Designer + Interactive Designer + Media Producer Motion Graphics Video Production Specialist + Video Production Specialist + SERVICE AND EDUCATION CHILD DEVELOPMENT Child Development + Child Development Child Development Culinary Arts Culinary Arts + Culinary Arts Culinary Assistant Culinary Gourmet Technician TRANSPORTATION AUTO BODY COLLISION TECHNOLOGY Auto Body Estimator Auto Body Technician + Auto Body Technician + Custom Fabrication and Finishing Non-Structural Repair Technician Assistant Refinishing Technician Assistant Structural Repair Technician Assistant AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY Automotive Technician + Automotive Technician + FORD AUTOMOTIVE STUDENT SERVICE EDUCATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM (ASSET) Automotive Technician – Ford ASSET + Maintenance Light Repair MARINE, MOTORSPORT AND OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY General Maintenance Technician Marine, Motorsport and Outdoor Power Equipment Technician + Marine, Motorsport and Outdoor Power Equipment Technician + Motorcycle Technician Outboard Technician Power Equipment MEDIUM & HEAVY TRUCK TECHNOLOGY Medium/Heavy Truck Drivetrain Technician + Medium/Heavy Truck Maintenance Technician + Medium/Heavy Truck Technology +

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