# Hawkeye Community College — full catalog > Generated 2026-06-21T16:52:49.912Z from a crawl of hawkeyecollege.edu. 84 records (82 programs · 2 courses · 0 resource pages). # Liberal Arts Transfer Plan AA Degree **Degree** The Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts degree enables you to meet most general education requirements and be admitted as a junior at most four-year colleges and universities. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Liberal Arts Transfer Plan AS Degree **Degree** MAT-128 MAT-134 MAT-156 MAT-210 MAT-216 MAT-219 BIO-112 BIO-113 BIO-151 BIO-168 BIO-173 BIO-186 CHM-165 CHM-175 CHM-260 CHM-270 CNS-121 ENV-115 ENV-116 PHS-152 PHY-212 PHY-222 ART-101 ART-203 ART-204 CLS-130 CLS-141 CLS-150 CLS-160 CLS-164 CLS-172 DRA-107 DRA-110 HIS-117 HIS-118 HIS-119 HIS-133 HIS-151 HIS-152 HIS-201 HIS-204 HIS-251 HIS-257 HIS-277 HUM-141 LIT-101 LIT-133 LIT-145 LIT-160 LIT-189 LIT-191 MUS-100 MUS-202 PHI-101 PHI-105 REL-101 REL-130 PSY-111 PSY-121 PSY-241 PSY-251 PSY-262 SOC-110 SOC-115 SOC-202 SOC-205 COM-148 CRJ-200 CRJ-201 ECN-120 ECN-130 EDU-240 GEO-121 POL-111 POL-121… ## Courses - MAT 219 — or equivalent placement score Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Biology Transfer Major The biology transfer major will allow you to transfer to a public or private four-year college or university to earn a degree in biology. Consider biology if you are interested in research with industry or government, primary or secondary school teaching, or entering advanced degree programs for practice in health professions such as medicine, dentistry, or physical therapy. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Business Transfer Major Students studying Business will gain knowledge in statistics, accounting, information systems, and economics. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # chemistry onsider chemistry if you are interested in research with industry or government, secondary school teaching, or entering advanced degree programs for practice in some health professions. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Communication Transfer Major A degree in communication prepares students for a variety of careers. Students who study communication are not only highly sought after in fields like marketing and public relations but also in areas you may not immediately think of, such as banking. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Criminal Justice Transfer Major Those who study criminal justice can work in public service in a number of different ways: Like biology? Become a lab technician and help solve crimes using DNA, fingerprints, and evidence analysis. Like computers? Become a forensic computer investigator and help find children who are trafficked, solve financial crimes, and track criminal enterprises. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Digital Media Transfer Major Students studying the Transfer Major in Digital Media will acquire an essential Liberal Arts background and take classes preparing them to transfer into bachelor's programs or enter the job market in positions requiring basic skills in media production, media writing, and communication. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Early Childhood Teacher Licensure Transfer Major The early childhood (teacher licensure) transfer major is an introduction to teaching Pre-Kindergarten through grade 3. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Elementary Education Transfer Major The elementary education transfer major give students an introduction into teaching in pre-K and elementary schools. It is designed for students to complete the first two years of a four-year teaching degree program, earning their Associate of Arts degree in Liberal Arts. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # English Transfer Major The English transfer major will allow you to transfer to a public or private four-year college or university to earn a degree in English. Consider English if you are interested in a career in English, publishing, editing, technical writing, or creative writing. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Exercise Science and Kinesiology Transfer Major A career in Exercise Science and Kinesiology aims to improve lifestyles by focusing on prevention and helping to change individual behavior and thought-processes. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Fine Arts Transfer Major Students interested in Fine Arts will investigate the creative possibilities of a variety of media and process in personal expression ranging from drawing, painting, photography, and design, as well as a contextual perspective of world art and its concepts. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Human and Family Services Transfer Major The transfer major in Human and Family Services is intended to prepare students for employment with various types of social agencies. This program is for students interested in transferring to a four-year institution with a major related to Human and Family Services. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Journalism Transfer Major The journalism transfer major will allow you to transfer to a public or private four-year college or university to earn a degree in journalism. Consider journalism if you are interested in a career in reporting, editing, technical writing, public relations or social media management. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Political Science acks working within public service or the private sector. Options include international affairs, global finance, government service and policy-making, law, and diplomacy. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Psychology Transfer Major Psychology is both a science and a profession. Regardless of your specific career plans, study in Psychology will develop your critical thinking and interpersonal skills and broaden your understanding of research, ethics, and human behavior. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Secondary Education Transfer Major The secondary education transfer major will allow you to transfer to a public or private four-year college or university to earn a degree in secondary education education. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Social Work Transfer Major Study in Social Work will help you gain skills in critical thinking, research methods, understanding the way society works, and understanding the relationship between individuals and the societies in which we live. Social Work emphasizes the importance of social environment as it affects the quality of people’s lives. The skills you learn studying Social Work are transferable to many careers. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Sociology Transfer Major Sociology is the study of social life, including social influences on human behavior. It is a “21st century career,” which provides students an opportunity to build transferable skills such as thinking critically, making evidence-based arguments, employing various research methods, interpreting data, writing effectively, and understanding diverse perspectives (American Sociological Association, 2013). Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Agricultural Business Management Prepares students to directly enter the work force or transfer to a four year institution. Hawkeye's 400-acre Farm Lab utilizes new and up-to-date facilities and equipment to provide students hands-on experience with the latest production and management techniques. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Precision Agriculture Certificate **Certificate** This student has focused in the area of precision agriculture taking courses in general precision agriculture, geographic information systems, hardware, and agronomy. To be completed as part of the Ag Business Management degree program. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Animal Science AAS Degree **Degree** Students gain hands-on training on Hawkeye's 400-acre Farm Lab in the latest production and management techniques. Graduates find employment working in livestock production, livestock sales and marketing, livestock processing, and animal genetics. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Meat Science Certificate **Certificate** Students will gain hands on training in the meat science industry utilizing up to date industry equipment in the meat lab. Completers of the certificate will obtain skills that will effectively pursue a career in the meat science industry. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Natural Resources Management AAS Degree **Degree** The AAS degree in Natural Resources Management is a technical degree track of two years designed to give students hands-on opportunities in the field of natural resources while learning the theory behind the procedures. At the same time, students take courses to assist in the transfer to a four-year institution. ## Courses - MAT 219 — or equivalent placement score Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Natural Resources Aide Certificate **Certificate** The certificate in Natural Resources Management provides students the very basic skills to obtain work experience in natural resources professions. Students learn about basic ecology and environmental science. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Veterinary Assisting Diploma **Diploma** Students utilize new and up-to-date facilities and equipment to provide students with hands-on experiences in the latest production and management techniques. Graduates find employment in vet clinics, boarding facilites, and animal care facilites. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Digital Mass Media The Digital Mass Media program at Hawkeye Community College will provide students with an in-depth knowledge of the digital mass media industry and all the requisite skills to go into a variety of fields within mass media communication and production. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Graphic Design AAA Degree **Degree** The Graphic Design program provides students with an education in print publication design and web design. Students are provided with experience in design and layout, typography, desktop publishing, illustration, photo editing, photo shoot direction, pre-press production processes, interactive multimedia, motion graphics and animation for web, and web design and development. Students are also trained to utilize the leading graphic design software and latest web design technologies. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Professional Photography AAA Degree **Degree** The Professional Photography degree prepares students for work in the portrait field, the commercial field or digital technician. This program is recognized by the Professional Photographers of America. Training is in skills such as lighting, posing, digital capture and industry specific softwares. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Auto Collision Technologies AAS Degree **Degree** Students will be provided with training in collision damage, refinishing, estimating, automotive frame/uni-body technician, auto body painter, collision specialist, estimator, and auto collision repair management. Training will also be provided in steering and suspension components, A/C systems, electronics and brakes. This degree will prepare the student for an entry level position in the auto collision industry. ## Courses - MAT 219 — or equivalent placement score Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Collision Repair and Refinishing Diploma **Diploma** The Collision Repair and Refinishing diploma prepares students for entry level positions within the repair and refinishing industry. Students gain hands on experiences in straightening and changing auto body panels, prepping, priming, and painting vehicles, with waterborne and solvent base paint, estimating, welding, suspension, plastic repair, frame setup and measuring, pulling and basic electricity are topics within this course. ## Courses - MAT 219 — or equivalent placement score Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Automotive Technology AAS Degree **Degree** The Automotive Technology program prepares students for a career in the vast field of automotive repair. In auto education classes, students gain hands-on experience in testing and diagnosing, engine drivability diagnosis, automatic transmissions, gas engines, suspension, alignment, brakes, and basic electricity. The program is designed to combine the field of electronics with mechanics for an in-depth study in both areas providing students a broad knowledge base that may be utilized in many different job areas. ## Courses - MAT 219 — or equivalent placement score Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Diesel Technology AAS Degree **Degree** The Diesel Technology program prepares students to become proficient in service and repair of diesel powered equipment. Types of equipment included are agricultural, construction, and diesel trucks. Students train in a number of areas including repair and maintenance of internal combustion engines, diesel fuel systems, hydraulics, power train, and electrical/electronic systems. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Accounting AAS Degree **Degree** The Accounting program prepares you for an entry-level career in the accounting field. You will gain hands-on experience with: Preparing, analyzing, and tracking financial information, Individual income tax preparation, Payroll accounting, Accounts payable and receivable, Computer accounting systems, including Sage Accounting and QuickBooks, Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel and Word. ## Courses - MAT 219 — or equivalent placement score Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Accounting Technician Diploma **Diploma** This one-year award will prepare students for entry positions in accounting and related fields. In addition to preparing, analyzing, and tracking financial information through the accounts and records of a business the students get experience with the MS Office suite, payroll, and Sage and Quickbooks accounting software. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Office Bookkeeper Certificate **Certificate** This certificate will give students basic bookkeeping skills including knowledge of accounting, over-the-counter accounting software, word processing and spreadsheet software; and preparing payroll for small businesses. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Administrative Office Management The Administrative Office Management Program prepares students for high level administrative support, entry level office management including coordinating, managing, and facilitating functions of the office. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Business Administration The Business Administration program is designed for students that wish to explore the field of business by providing courses in business, accounting, economics, and management. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Hospitality Management This program prepares individuals to manage food and lodging operations. The program includes instruction in hospitality principles and operations, management marketing and sales. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Human Resource Management Associates of Applied Science degree in Human Resource Management is designed to prepare students for positions as managers and human resources professionals in HR settings, departments and roles. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Marketing Management AAS Degree **Degree** The Marketing Management program prepares students with the competencies to enter mid-management marketing. Students learn the essential skills for beginning a successful career in today's fast paced business environment and study marketing activities, management functions, decision-making skills, sales, merchandising, human resources, and promotions management. Courses feature an emphasis on the application of computer technology and communication. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Entrepreneurship Certificate **Certificate** Upon completion of the entrepreneurship certificate program, students will be positioned with basic business acumen in areas of business basics, accounting, management, small business management, and professional selling. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Marketing Diploma **Diploma** The Marketing Management program prepares students with the competencies to enter mid-management marketing. Students learn the essential skills for beginning a successful career in today's fast paced business environment and study marketing activities, management functions, decision-making skills, sales, merchandising, human resources, and promotions management. Courses feature an emphasis on the application of computer technology and communication. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Heating and Air Conditioning Diploma **Diploma** The Heating and Air Conditioning program is designed to provide classroom and shop learning experiences. Students gain the knowledge to become proficient in the theory and service of domestic environmental, and comfort conditioning equipment. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Sustainable Construction and Design AAS Degree **Degree** The Sustainable Construction and Design Program offers students various career options in the residential and commercial construction fields. Because the program instructs both construction and design, students have numerous employment opportunities in the broader construction field. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Early Childhood Education AAS Degree **Degree** The Early Childhood Education Applied Science Degree is designed to build on the skills developed in the diploma program and gain further education and competence to enter the work force. Additional coursework includes family relationships, program administration, curriculum planning, and job search skills. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Dental Assisting Diploma **Diploma** This program prepares students to assist the dentist at chair side, perform receptionist and clinical functions and carry out selected dental laboratory work. Students gain valuable experience and training needed to work as a dental assistant. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Dental Hygiene AAS Degree **Degree** Dental hygienists provide educational, clinical, and therapeutic services to the public focusing on disease prevention and health promotion. They also help patients develop and maintain good oral health. The Dental Hygiene program provides stimulating and rigorous classroom and clinical experience in Hawkeye’s Dental Clinic. ## Courses - DHY160 — FMS Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Emergency Medical Services AAS Degree **Degree** The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program prepares students for entry-level positions in the workforce as emergency medical technicians and paramedics. Students gain the knowledge, skills, and behaviors necessary to recognize, assess, and manage medical emergencies in a pre-hospital setting. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) Certificate **Certificate** The Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) certificate prepares students for National and Iowa certification. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certificate **Certificate** The EMT certificate prepares students for entry-level positions as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT). After successful completion, students will be eligible for National and Iowa EMT certification. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Paramedic Certificate **Certificate** The three-semester Paramedic certificate option is recommended for individuals who are state-licensed emergency medical technicians (EMT) and would like to advance their career as a paramedic. Students who complete the courses for this certificate will be eligible to take the NREMT National Certification Exams. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Medical Assistant The Medical Assistant program combines classroom, laboratory instruction and an off-site clinical practicum to provide students a comprehensive learning experience to perform dual roles as administrative and clinical assistants. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Medical Laboratory Technology the MLT program prepares men and women for entry-level work in a medical laboratory while under the supervision of a medical technologist, pathologist, or physician. The program provides training in routine procedures in microbiology, immunology, clinical chemistry, hematology, immunohematology, serology and urinalysis. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Nursing: Associate Degree Nursing (RN) **Degree** Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program courses take your Practical Nursing knowledge to the next level. Advanced assessments, skills, and pharmacology help transition to the next scope of practice. You’ll continue to build your knowledge through hands on clinicals, labs, and courses covering medical, surgical, community, mental health, geriatric, pediatric, and maternal child populations. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Practical Nursing (LPN) Practical Nursing program courses begin with basic skills such as head to toe assessments and medication administration. Throughout the program you’ll build your nursing foundation by covering health promotions throughout the lifespan and medical-surgical courses. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Occupational Therapy Assistant The mission of the Occupational Therapy Assistant program is to prepare qualified healthcare practitioners to work in collaboration with others for a better community and inspire lifelong learning. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Physical Therapist Assistant The Physical Therapist Assistant program prepares students with the entry-level skills and knowledge to perform interventions under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist to improve patient’s/client’s mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or lessen the impact of physical impairments or disabilities. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Respiratory Care The Respiratory Care program prepares students for employment in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the cardiopulmonary system. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Cybersecurity AAS **Degree** The Cybersecurity program prepares students to plan, implement and defend networks of all sizes. Networks are expanding and are no longer comprised of only computers. Each mobile device and home automation effort expands the size of the network – with each one of those being a security vulnerability. Every home and organization is implementing some type of security to protect their essential systems. Cybersecurity professionals specialize in protecting networks for threats that can cause loss of money or time due to systems being unavailable. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Cybersecurity Certificate **Certificate** This certificate is designed for IT professionals looking to explore security or expand their current IT skill set. Topics covered include firewalls, ethical hacking, endpoint protection, computer system hardening, cybersecurity attacks and countermeasures. The program requires students to complete five IT security specific courses totaling 16 credits. Students can complete the certificate in as few as two semesters. The courses in this certificate also prepare students to take information technology and security industry certification exams. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Information Systems Management The program prepares students to implement and manage IT systems in a technology based business environment. Students gain a solid understanding of hardware, networking, and applications along with their impact in business. First year coursework focuses on hardware, operating systems and networking equipment. Second year focus is business. Coursework includes Human Resources, Accounting and Marketing. Students gain an understanding of business and IT impact in supporting key business objectives. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Diploma in Computer Network Technician **Diploma** The certification geared program prepares students to and manage networks. This program targets CompTIA's A+ and Microsoft's MTA certifications. Students focus on hardware and operating systems through basic server setup. This program provides entry-level training targeting help desk operations and duties. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Web, Mobile, and Game Development In this program, students will learn the foundation of web development, mobile development, and game development. This foundation is grounded in learning programming concepts to be applied across these three areas. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Civil and Construction Engineering Technology The Civil and Construction Engineering Technology program is a 2-year STEM-related degree which prepares students for an entry-level career as a technician working with civil engineers, surveyors, contractors, architects and government agencies in the planning, design, and overseeing of construction and maintenance of public and private infrastructure and facilities. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # CNC Machining and Tool-Making Technology AAS Degree **Degree** The Toolmaker-CNC Machinist Associates Degree level program provides students with entry level skills to become a Tool Maker, which includes not only tool making but die building, mold making, Jig and Fixture building, tool room machining, some basic skills in design, as well as an introduction to both manual and CMM inspection. The first year of this program encompasses CNC Machining Technologies. ## Courses - MAT 219 — or equivalent placement score Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # CNC Machining Technology Diploma **Diploma** The CNC Machining Technology Diploma program provides students with CNC programming classes to achieve an entry level understanding of program creation with both manual G & M code programs and Computer Aided Machining (CAM) type programming. Students will also Program, set-up, and operate EDM equipment. Students will be more competent in the understanding of CNC fixtures and other part holding techniques. ## Courses - MAT 219 — or equivalent placement score Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # CNC Machine Set-Up Specialist Certificate **Certificate** The CNC Machine Set-Up Specialist Certificate award provides students with skills to perform as an entry level CNC Lathe or Mill Set-up person. Students will achieve competencies to check and replace tooling, align locate and position machine parts on the CNC equipment, read machine prints that use Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing, as well as understand a more in-depth G & M code program. Students completing this award possess a higher level of manual machining capabilities. ## Courses - MAT 219 — or equivalent placement score Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # CNC Machine Operator Certificate **Certificate** The CNC Machine Operator Certificate award program prepares the student to become an entry-level CNC Lathe or Mill Operator. Completers of this program are capable of loading and unloading parts, is acquainted with basic G & M code descriptions, can perform basic tasks on manual machine shop equipment such as lathes mills drill presses etc., can perform basic measuring processes, and can read basic machine prints. ## Courses - MAT 219 — or equivalent placement score Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Electronics Engineering Technology The Electronics Engineering Technology - Electronic Emphasis degree prepares the student to work with electronics engineers. Together they design, develop, and manufacture industrial and consumer electronic equipment. They are involved in fabricating, operating, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining equipment. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Electronics Technician The Electronics Technician - Diploma prepares the student to work in the entry level electronic careers. The careers include sales, consumer product and industrial equipment repair, and preventive maintenance. These individuals will be under direct supervision department manager. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Electronics Installer The Electronics Installer Certificate prepares the student to work under be under direct supervision by experienced technicians or department manager. The careers include sales, and preventive maintenance. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Industrial Automation Technology AAS Degree **Degree** The Industrial Automation Technology AAS degree program prepares students to work on advanced automated equipment for manufacturing and process control. Students work with electrical, electronics, mechanical and robotic systems and components. Metals processing, food processing and automatic equipment are main areas of employment for graduates of the Associates Degree. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Industrial Equipment Maintenance Diploma **Diploma** The Industrial Equipment Maintenance Diploma option provides students with introductory mechanical, electrical and welding skills. Introductory computer programming and programmable control of machines are also covered. This two-semester option enables the graduate to apply for many jobs in factory maintenance, automation and mechanical and electrical control. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Advanced Manufacturing Welding Advanced Manufacturing Welding curriculum prepares individuals to understand and apply the principles and theory of, Safety in welding, OSHA safety requirements and guidelines, basic and advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding, basic and advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding, basic and advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, SMAW & GTAW Open Root Welding, Flux Cored Arc Welding, Oxy-Fuel Cutting and Welding, Plasma Arc Cutting, Carbon Arc Cutting and Gouging, GMAW Robotic Programming and Welding, Welding Symbols and Blueprint Reading, Welding Metallurgy, Welding Design, destructive and non-destructive testin… Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Intermediate Manufacturing Welding: GMAW, SMAW, FCAW, and Robotics Intermediate Manufacturing Welding: GMAW, SMAW, FCAW, and Robotics curriculum prepares individuals to understand and apply the principles and theory of, Safety in Welding, OSHA safety requirements and guidelines, basic and advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welding, basic and advanced Gas Metal Arc Welding, SMAW open root welding, Flux Cored Arc Welding, Oxy-Fuel Cutting and Welding, Plasma Arc Cutting, Carbon Arc Cutting and Gouging, GMAW Robotic Programming and Welding, Welding Symbols and Blueprint Reading, Welding Metallurgy, Welding Design, destructive and non-destructive testing, multiple weld… Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Intermediate Manufacturing Welding: GTAW, Carbon Steel, Aluminum and Stainless Steel Intermediate Manufacturing Welding: GTAW, Carbon Steel, Aluminum and Stainless Steel curriculum prepares individuals to understand and apply the principles and theory of, Safety in Welding, OSHA safety requirements and guidelines, basic Shielded Metal Arc Welding, basic and Gas Metal Arc Welding, advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, GTAW open root welding, Oxy-Fuel Cutting, Plasma Arc Cutting, Carbon Arc Cutting and Gouging, Welding Symbols and Blueprint Reading, Welding Metallurgy, Welding Design, destructive and non-destructive testing, multiple welding and construction code compliances, and… Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Welding Certificate **Certificate** Welding Certificate curriculum prepares individuals to understand and apply the principles and theory of, Safety in Welding, OSHA safety requirements and guidelines, flat and horizontal Shielded Metal Arc Welding and Gas Metal Arc Welding, Oxy-Fuel Cutting, Plasma Arc Cutting, Carbon Arc Cutting and Gouging, Welding Symbols and Blueprint Reading, Welding Design, destructive and non-destructive testing, multiple welding and construction code compliances, and code specific application methods. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Police Science The Police Science program prepares students for the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy state certification course, which is a required certification to work as a law enforcement officer in Iowa. Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Dental Assistant DEA-103 DEA-258 DEA-262 DEA-302 DEA-412 DEA-417 DEA-513 DEA-514 DEA-556 DEA-578 DEA-591 DEA-603 DEA-701 Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # Dental Hygiene ## Courses - DHY160 — FMS Source: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/_pdfs/programs-courses-catalog/2025-2026-hawkeye-program-courses-catalog.pdf --- # DHY160 — FMS 4 credits · 4 hours Requirement) Panoramic TA 2 Radiographic Exposures (depending upon prescription) U 3 S 1 U 4 S 4 U 4 S 5 24 Alginate Impressions TA U 1 S 1 2 (U 1 S 1) Study Models TA U 1 S 1 2 (U 1 S 1) Ultrasonic Scaler U 1 S 1 U 0 S 2 4 (U 1 S 3) Pit and Fissure Sealants U 0 S 8 U 0 S 2 10 (U 0 S 10) Anesthesia TA U 9 S 0 U 0 S 6 15 (U 9 S 6) Nutritional Counseling TA U 1 S 0 U 0 S 1 2 (U 1 S 1) Clinical Mock Board Exam Process TA U 0 S 1 1 (S 1) Instrument Sharpening U 0 S 5 U 0 S 5 10 (S 10) Chart Audits 2 2 These requirements are subject to change due to the instructional needs of the course/program. T… --- # MAT 219 — or equivalent placement score 1 credits · 1 hours Pre/Co-requisite(s): Minimum grade of B- in PNN-115, PNN-116, and PNN-122. Minimum grade of P in PNN-117 and PNN-118. Course Type: Technical PNN-218 Nursing Clinical III This clinical course provides opportunities for students to incorporate concepts from course work in bio/psycho/social sciences, humanities, nursing and current evidence-based literature to provide safe, competent care of adult clients experiencing common basic alterations in body systems. The course utilizes the nursing process in order to achieve best practice outcomes in a medical/surgical setting. Particular emphasis is p…