Minnesota Transfer Curriculum
The Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) is the format in which general education is accomplished within the public two- and four-year colleges and universities in Minnesota. The MnTC defines a common curriculum format for general education. Completion of a defined MnTC course(s) at one institution enables a student to receive credit for lower-division general education/ MnTC coursework upon admission to other MnSCU colleges and universities and the University of Minnesota.
Dakota County Technical College provides general education in the MnTC format and accepts MnTC courses from other MnSCU colleges and universities and from the University of Minnesota campuses.
Students who complete the entire general education transfer curriculum have shown competency in 10 goal areas. Currently, DCTC offers courses that meet all of the 10 goal areas. Students transferring these courses to other colleges transfer on a course-by-course basis. Courses approved for the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum are identified in DCTC publications by the MnTC goal number(s).
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Completion
Completion of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) may require additional courses beyond those required for the A.S., A.A.S., or diploma. If the intent is to transfer to another college, it is advisable to contact the transfer college for course selection recommendations and transfer admission process information. If a transfer college has not yet been identified, then use the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum courses listed on the guide for course selection.
Successful completion of at least 40 credits within the accepted 10 goal areas, as outlined below, constitutes completion of the MInnesota Transfer Curriculum at Dakota County Technical College. The goal area completion requirement is listed in italic text after the goal area descriptive paragraph.
DCTC Defined Requirement
Computer Literacy
| Students will be able to explain the
underlying concepts of computer technology and use software applications
as productivity tools.**This emphasis area is not listed as such in the MnCT. However,it has been added to the list because of its relevance to the mission of the college. |
| Course |
Title |
Credit |
| COML1400 |
Introduction to Computers |
3 |
MnTC Transfer Courses
Communication
(GOAL 1)
| To develop writers and speakers who use the English language effectively and who read, write, speak and listen critically. As a base, all students should complete introductory communication requirements early in their collegiate studies. MnTC completion requires three courses, one must be ENGL1100, and one SPEE. |
| Course |
Title |
Credit |
| ENGL1100 |
Writing and Research Skills |
3 |
| ENGL1200 |
Technical Writing |
3 |
| SPEE1015 |
Fundamentals of Public Speaking |
3 |
| SPEE1040 |
Communication in the Helping Prof. |
3 |
| SPEE1042 |
Small Group Communication |
3 |
| SPEE1050 |
Nonverbal Communication |
2 |
Critical
Thinking
(GOAL 2)
| Students will be able to gather and use factual information to make logical assumptions, interpretations or connections. Critical thinking will be taught and used throughout the general education and technical curriculum to develop students' awareness of their own thinking and problem-solving procedures. Note: This goal can be met by completing Goal 1 and completing the technical program. |
| Course |
Title |
Credit |
| PHIL1200 |
Critical Thinking |
3 |
Natural
Sciences (GOAL 3)
| |
| To improve students' understanding of natural science principles and of the methods of scientific inquiry, i.e., the ways in which scientists investigate natural science phenomena. By studying the problems that engage today's scientists, students learn to appreciate the importance of science in their lives and to understand the value of a scientific perspective. MnTC Completion requires two courses of two different disciplines; at least one must be a lab course. |
| Course |
Title |
Credit |
| Lab Sciences |
|
|
| BIOL1500 |
General Biology |
4 |
| BIOL2000 |
Anatomy & Physiology I |
4 |
| BIOL2010 |
Anatomy & Physiology II |
4 |
| CHEM1500 |
Introduction to Chemistry |
4 |
| PHYS1100 |
College Physics I |
4 |
| PHYS1200 |
College Physics II |
4 |
| |
|
|
| Non-Lab Sciences |
|
|
| BIOL1110 |
Environmental Science |
3 |
| BIOL1120 |
Minnesota Nature Study |
3 |
| BIOL1200 |
Biology & Society |
3 |
Mathematical/Logical Reasoning (GOAL 4)
| To increase students' knowledge about mathematical and logical modes of thinking. This will enable students to appreciate the breadth of applications of mathematics, evaluate arguments, and detect fallacious reasoning. MnTC completion requires one course that is at least three credits. |
| Course |
Title |
Credit |
| MATS1200 |
Concepts of Mathematics |
3 |
| MATS1250 |
Principles for Statistical Analysis |
4 |
| MATS1300 |
College Algebra |
4 |
| MATS1350 |
Math in Society |
4 |
History and the Social and Behavioral Sciences (GOAL 5)
| To increase students' knowledge of how historians and social and behavioral scientists discover, describe, and explain the behaviors and interactions among individuals, groups, institutions, events, and ideas. Such knowledge will better equip students to understand themselves and the roles they play in addressing the issues facing humanity. MnTC completion requires three courses from at least two disciplines. |
| Course |
Title |
Credit |
| ECON1100 |
Principles of Microeconomics |
3 |
| POLS1000 |
Intro to Political Science |
3 |
| PSYC1100 |
General Psychology |
3 |
| PSYC1200 |
Abnormal Psychology |
3 |
| PSYC1300 |
Child/Adolescent Psychology |
3 |
| PSYC1400 |
Adult/Geriatric Psychology |
2 |
| PSYC1600 |
Human Sexuality |
2 |
| SOCY1010 |
Marriage and Family |
3 |
| SOCY1110 |
Introduction to Sociology |
3 |
| SOCY1150 |
Race and Gender |
2 |
| SOCY1210 |
Social Issues in a Changing World |
3 |
| SOCY1250 |
Juvenile Delinquency |
2 |
| SOCY1300 |
Introduction to Anthropology |
3 |
| HIST1100 |
History of United States to 1877 |
4 |
| HIST1200 |
History of United States from 1877 to present |
4 |
| HIST1300 |
World History |
4 |
| HIST1400 |
American Enviromental History |
3 |
Humanities and Fine Arts (GOAL 6)
| To expand students' knowledge of the human condition and human cultures, especially in relation to behavior, ideas and values expressed in works of human imagination and thought. Students will engage in critical analysis, form aesthetic judgments, and develop an appreciation of the arts and humanities. MnTC completion requires two courses from two different disciplines. |
| Course |
Title |
Credit |
| ARTS1300 |
History of Architecture |
4 |
| ENGL1300 |
Intro to Creative Writing |
3 |
| ENGL1400 |
American Short Story |
3 |
| ENGL1550 |
Intro to Literature |
3 |
| ENGL1625 |
Film Studies |
4 |
| ENGL1650 |
Greek Mythology |
4 |
| ENGL1700 |
Selected Works of Literature |
3 |
| ENGL1750 |
Fansasy/Science Fiction |
3 |
| ENGL1800 |
Mystery & Detective Literature |
3 |
| ENGL1900 |
Creative Writing Workshop |
3 |
| HUMA1100 |
Intro to Humanities |
4 |
Human Diversity (GOAL 7)
| To increase students' understanding of individual and group differences (e.g., race, gender, class) and their knowledge of the traditions and values of various groups in the United States. Students should be able to evaluate the United States' historical and contemporary responses to group differences. MnTC completion requires one course. |
| Course |
Title |
Credit |
| SOCY1150 |
Race and Gender |
2 |
| SPEE1020 |
Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
| SPEE1030 |
Intercultural Communication |
3 |
Global Perspective (GOAL 8)
| To increase students' understanding of the growing interdependence of nations and peoples and develop their ability to apply a comparative perspective to cross-cultural social, economic and political experiences. MnTC completion requires one course. |
| Course |
Title |
Credit |
SOCY1210 |
Social Issues in a Changing World |
3 |
| SPEE1030 |
Intercultural Communication |
3 |
| HIST1300 |
World History |
4 |
Ethical and Civic Responsibility (GOAL 9)
| To develop students' capacity to identify, discuss, and reflect upon the ethical dimensions of political, social, and personal life and to understand the ways in which they can exercise responsible and productive citizenship. MnTC completion requires one course. |
| Course |
Title |
Credit |
| PHIL1100 |
Ethics |
3 |
People and the Environment (GOAL 10)
| To improve students' understanding of today's complex environmental challenges. Students will examine the inter-relatedness of human society and the natural environment. Knowledge of both bio-physical principles and socio-cultural systems is the foundation for integrative and critical thinking about environmental issues. MnTC completion requires one course. |
| Course |
Title |
Credit |
| BIOL1110 |
Environmental Science |
3 |
| BIOL1200 |
Biology and Society |
3 |
| HIST1400 |
American Enviromental History |
3 |
| SOCY1300 |
Introduction to Anthropology |
3 |
General Education Electives
The courses below are not part of the MnTC but can
be used towards General Education electives for A.A.S. degrees
EXCEPT Interior Design, Exercise & Sport Science,
and all AS degrees.
| Course |
Title |
Credit |
| SPAN1100 |
Beginning Spanish I |
4 |
| SPAN1200 |
Beginning Spanish II |
4 |
| COMM1221 |
American Sign Language I |
3 |
| COMM1223 |
American Sign Language II |
3 |
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|
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| |
* MAX of 2 credits towards GE electives |
2 |
| |
* Any ARTS course |
|
| |
* Any HLTW course |
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* Any INTS course |
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* Any PHED course |
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