New Courses Land at Mat-Su College for 2025
Contributed by Nick McDermott
The new academic year brings new opportunities to Mat-Su College. As the valley continues to grow, so do the offerings at the local campus of the University of Alaska Anchorage. The new courses debuting this year cover a wide range of topics and future career paths.
College Director, Dr. Marie Gardner, says, “It is exciting to be able to offer new courses and programs at Mat-Su College.” She continues, “Mat-Su College is steadfast and focused on helping valley residents with their post-secondary training needs, as well as helping meet the workforce needs of the valley.”
Fall enrollment is open now, and if you are interested in any of the new courses introduced below, Mat-Su College advisors are available to meet with anyone interested. You can make an appointment at https://bit.ly/MSCAdvise.
Private Pilot Ground School - ATP A100 (Tuesday 5:30 pm to 8:15 pm)
This course prepares students for the Federal Aviation Private Pilot Airplane Knowledge Test.
Includes basic aerodynamics, aircraft instruments, radio communication, navigation, weather information, and dissemination services.
Covers Federal Aviation Regulations and the Aeronautical Information Manual.
Dynamics - ES A210 (Tuesday & Thursdays, 1 pm to 2:15 pm)
This course includes kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid body motion.
Applies principles of work and energy, impulse, and momentum to particles and rigid body motion.
Intro to Nonprofit Management - BA A294C (Wednesday, 4:30 pm to 7:15 pm)
This course offers an overview of the nonprofit sector, covering topics like governance, fundraising, and program development.
If you are passionate about social change and want to lead or work at a nonprofit, this course is for you.
Enroll now and start your journey in nonprofit management!
Drain, Waste, Vent - RH A194C (Monday & Wednesday, 5 pm to 6:45 pm)
Includes the concepts behind designing drain, waste, and vent plumbing systems.
Explores basic plumbing practices, such as pipe sizing, pipe support, and pressure testing.
Offers instruction in the proper use of tools and materials.
Plumbing Codes 1 - RH A194 (Mon & Wed, 7 pm to 8:45 pm)
Delves into the requirements for plumbing drain, waste, and vent systems.
Correlates these codes with the need to maintain the continued good operation of those systems and the health and safety of those who build or use these systems.