High School Pathways
Dodge City Community College is dedicate to assisting high school students who are ready to begin their college career. Pathways provide a jump start to your college education.
Building Construction Technology
The Building Construction Technology program at Dodge City Community College offers the most comprehensive construction education in our area. Most classes are scheduled to accommodate the student environment, focusing on furthering education without interrupting careers.
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BCT 101 | Introduction to Construction Industry & Safety (Fall) | 1 |
| BCT 103 | Introduction to Craft Skills (Fall) | 3 |
| BCT 151 | Carpentry Basics (Fall) | 4 |
| BCT 105 | Windows, Doors, Stairs* (Spring) | 3 |
| BCT 104 | Roof Framing* (Spring) | 3 |
| BCT 106 | Floors, Walls, Ceiling* (Spring) | 4 |
*Requires prerequisite see course catalog
Cosmetology
The Cosmetology program prepares individuals with the skills necessary to become a licensed cosmetologist, as required by the State Board of Cosmetology. Students interested in continuing their studies toward an Associate of Applied Science degree should consult with the program advisor.
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| COS1 111 | Cosmetology I (Fall) | 11 |
| COS2 111 | Cosmetology II* (Spring) | 11 |
*Requires prerequisite see course catalog
Diesel Technology
The Diesel Technology program is designed to prepare students to accept a responsible and professional position in the diesel and/or heavy equipment industry. The goal is for the student to meet the education requirements of a professional diesel technician.
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| DIE 100 | Shop Operations & Customer Relations (Fall) | 5 |
| DIE 160 | Suspension & Steering (Fall) | 3 |
| DIE 130 | HVAC (Spring) | 5 |
| DIE 140 | Brakes (Spring) | 3 |
Early Childhood Education
Dodge City Community College offers a traditional two year Associate of Applied Science in Nursing Degree with a practical nurse certification option after the first year. Students accepted into the traditional day program attend classes on campus and participate in clinicals during the week.
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ECE 105 | Child Growth & Development (Fall) | 3 |
| ECE 104 | Practicum I* (Fall) | 3 |
| ECE 107 | Guiding Young Children* (Fall) | 3 |
| ECE 204 | Child Care Administration (Fall) | 2 |
| ECE 111 | Infant & Toddler Care (Fall) | 2 |
| ECE 106 | The Preschool Child Practicum (Fall) | 2 |
| ECE 101 | Early Childhood Curriculum* (Spring) | 3 |
| ECE 102 | Early Childhood Curriculum Practicum* (Spring) | 2 |
| ECE 210 | First Start Care of Handicapped Infant & Toddler (Spring) | 3 |
| ECE 205 | Parent Education (Spring) | 3 |
| ECE 110 | Child Care Nutrition Practicum (Spring) | 2 |
| Elective | Suggested: HLTH 101 First Aid or ED 201 Intro to Education (Spring) | 3 |
*Requires prerequisite see course catalog | **Appropriate score on placement exam
Nursing
Dodge City Community College offers a traditional two year Associate of Applied Science in Nursing Degree with a practical nurse certification option after the first year. Students accepted into the traditional day program attend classes on campus and participate in clinicals during the week.
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AH 103 | Nurse Aide** (Fall or Spring) | 6 |
| BIO 101 | General Biology (Fall or Spring) | 5 |
| ENG 102 | English Composition I** (Fall or Spring) | 3 |
| MATH 102 | Intermediate Algebra** or above (Fall or Spring) | 3 |
| SP 106 | Public Speaking (Fall or Spring) | 3 |
| PSY 101 | General Psychology (Fall or Spring) | 3 |
| BIO 210 | Microbiology and Lab* (Fall or Spring) | 5 |
| PSY 102 | Human Growth and Development* (Fall or Spring) | 3 |
| ZOO 201 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I and Lab* (Fall or Spring) | 4 |
| ZOO 202 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II and Lab* (Fall or Spring) | 4 |
*Requires prerequisite see course catalog | **Appropriate score on placement exam
Welding
Jump start your welding career today in Dodge City Community College’s Welding Certificate or Associate of Applied Science – Welding programs. An American Welding Society S.E.N.S.E. school participant that offers classes towards Level I & II industry based certifications.
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MT 125 | Welding Theory (Fall) | 2 |
| MT 127 | Cutting Processes* (Fall) | 3 |
| MT 133 | SMAW – Shielded Metal Arc Welding* (Fall) | 3 |
| MT 252 | GMAW – Gas Metal Arc Welding* (Spring) | 3 |
| MT 254 | GTAW – Gas Tungsten Arc Welding* (Spring) | 3 |
*Requires prerequisite see course catalog