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A career in the Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics cluster will be involved in planning, managing, and providing scientific research and professional and technical services including laboratory and testing services, and research and development services.

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Career Pathways Career Choices Tips for Successful Planning
  • Engineering and Technology
  • Science and Mathematics
  • Chemical Engineer
  • Mathematician
  • Bio-technologist
  • Electrical Engineer
  • Biologist
  • Oceanographer
  • Take placement testing at MCC in March/April of Junior year.
  • Take ACT/SAT in spring semester of junior year of high school.
  • Meet annually with high school guidance counselor or MCC academic advisor or call (815) 479-7565.

 

Suggested Coursework

Grade English/
Language Arts		 Mathematics Science Social Science Career Related
Electives
Fresh.
  • English I
  • English I (H)
  • Algebra I
  • Algebra I (H)
  • Geometry Trad & Blended
  • Geometry (H) Trad & Blended
  • Algebra II (H) Trad & Blended
  • Biology Trad & Blended
  • Biology (H)
  • Global Studies
  • AP World History
  • AP Human Geography
  • Essential Technology
  • Computer Programming
  • PLTW* Intro to Engineering Design
  • Art & Design for Engineers
Soph.
  • English II
  • English II (H)
  • Algebra I
  • Algebra I (H) 
  • Geometry Trad & Blended
  • Geometry (H) Trad & Blended
  • Algebra II Trad & Blended
  • Algebra II (H) Trad & Blended
  • Pre-Calculus (H)
  • Conceptual Physics
  • Conceptual Physics (H)
  • AP Physics I
  • American Government
  • AP US Government & Politics
  • AP European History
  • AP World History
  • AP Human Geography
  • Essential Technology
  • Computer Programming
  • AP Computer Science
  • STEM-Intro to Engineering Design
  • Small Gas Engines
  • Basic Woodworking Technology
  • Adv Woodworking Technology
  • PLTW* Principles of Engineering Design
  • Principles of Engineering
  • Art & Design for Engineers
Jr.
  • English III Trad & Blended
  • English III (H)
  • AP English Language & Composition
  • AP English Literature & Composition
  • Medical English IV
  • Geometry Trad & Blended 
  • Algebra II Trad & Blended
  • Algebra II (H) Trad & Blended
  • Pre-Calculus
  • Pre-Calculus (H)
  • Discrete Mathematics with Data Analysis
  • Dual Credit College Algebra
  • Chemistry Trad & Blended
  • Chemistry (H) Trad & Blended
  • Electronics
  • Botany
  • AP Biology
  • AP Chemistry
  • AP Environmental Science
  • AP Physics I
  • AP Physics C
  • US History Trad & Blended
  • AP US History Trad & Blended
  • AP US Government & Politics
  • AP European History
  • AP World History
  • AP Human Geography
  • Essential Technology
  • Computer Programming
  • AP Computer Science
  • Principles of Engineering
  • Small Gas Engines
  • Basic Woodworking Technology
  • Adv Woodworking Technology
  • Construction Technology
  • MCC-Robotics
  • Medical Ethics
  • Art & Design for Engineers
  • PLTW* - Civil Engineering & Architecture
  • PLTW* - Aerospace Engineering
Sr.
  • English IV Alienation & Perception
  • English IV Responsibility & Engagement
  • AP English Language & Composition
  • AP English Literature & Composition
  • Medical English IV
  • English IV Dual Credit S1/MCC ENG 151 Composition I - Blended
  • English IV Dual Credit S2/MCC ENG 152 Composition II - Blended
  • Algebra II Trad & Blended 
  • Pre-Calculus
  • Pre-Calculus (H)
  • Discrete Mathematics with Data Analysis
  • AP Statistics
  • AP Calculus AB
  • AP Calculus BC
  • Dual Credit College Algebra
  • Multivariable Calculus with Linear Equations
  • Human Anatomy & Physiology
  • Electronics
  • Animal Science
  • Botany
  • AP Biology
  • AP Chemistry
  • AP Physics
  • AP Environmental Science
  • AP Physics I
  • AP Physics C
                  
  • AP US Government & Politics
  • AP European History
  • AP World History
  • AP Human Geography
  • Essential Technology
  • Computer Programming
  • AP Computer Science
  • Principles of Engineering
  • Small Gas Engines
  • Basic Woodworking Technology
  • Adv Woodworking Technology
  • Construction Technology
  • MCC-Robotics
  • Anthropology
  • Medical Ethics
  • History of Sports
  • Psychology
  • AP Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Service in Action - Blended
  • Biomedical Innovation
  • Art & Design for Engineers
  • PLTW* - Civil Engineering & Architecture
  • PLTW* - Aerospace Engineering

 *PLTW - Project Lead the Way

Career Planning

Type of Degree Degree Names
Certificate Career and Technical Education Certificates
Associate's

Career and Technical Education Associate Degrees

Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degrees are designed to prepare students for immediate employment.

Transfer Associate Degrees

Transfer degrees are designed to provide students with a strong general education foundation and prerequisite coursework for continued study at a four-year college or university.

 

Sample academic plans are provided for use by students who have decided on a major but not on an intended transfer school.

 

For students who have decided on a transfer school, transfer guides are provided, showing how courses apply to specific majors at many in-state and out-of-state colleges and universities.
Bachelor's

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

There are a many Illinois colleges and universities that offer programs related to science, technology, engineering and mathematics. To see a full list, please refer to the Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE) website.