Tutoring Centers

Pamela Mueller
Email: Pamela.Mueller@HennepinTech.edu

• Microsoft Office Programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, Project
• Adobe Programs: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat
• Graphics Programs
• CPLT classes
• Child Development
• Microsoft Office Productivity Apps 1 & 2
• METS 1000: MSOffice and beginning AutoCAD

Rob Stokowski
Math Center Tutor
Email: Rob.Stokowski@HennepinTech.edu

• Math
• Physics
• METS 2100 Statistics and Strengths of Materials
• MACH 2425 - Geometry/Trigonometry for Machinists

Tim McCourtney
Email: Tim.McCourtney@HennepinTech.edu

• Information Technology CCIS
  • Windows / Linux Python, CCNA
  • Network Essentials, A+
  • Computer Security, HTML
  • Microsoft Office
• Manufacturing and Engineering Technology
  • FLPW; Fluid Power Tech I, Industrial Electricity I
  • MACH; Blueprint Reading, Machining Technology
  • ENGC; AutoCAD, GD&T
  • WLDG; Blueprint Reading
  • METS; Quality Control, Design Principles, etc.
• General Education
  • Mathematics for the Trades
  • Ethics
  • Introduction to Sociology
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Technical Writing
• Landscaping/Horticulture

Robbin Kotajarvi
Email: Robbin.Kotajarvi@HennepinTech.edu

• English/Writing/Research
• Reading
• ESOL
• History
• Student Success Skills
• Job Seeking Skills
• Communications
• Microsoft Office: Word/Excel/PowerPoint

Jesse Kuhn
Writing Center Tutor
Email: Jesse.Kuhn@HennepinTech.edu

• English/Writing/Research
• Communications
• Philosophy
• History
• Gen Eds (Math & Science)

Rebecca Montgomery
Math Center Tutor
Email: Rebecca.Montgomery@HennepinTech.edu

• Math classes
• Introductory Physics 2001
• METS 2100 Statics & Strengths of Materials

Maddie Mickelson
Eden Prairie Campus
Health Careers Tutor
Email: Madeline.Mickelson@HennepinTech.edu

• Human Biology
• General Biology
• General Chemistry
• Organic Chemistry
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Dental program classes
• Nursing program classes
• Nursing Assistant program classes

Mark Ellman
Brooklyn Park Campus
Science Tutor
Email: Mark.Ellman@HennepinTech.edu

• Human Biology
• General Biology
• General Chemistry
• Organic Chemistry
• Physics
• Anatomy and Physiology

Students can connect with professional tutors to ask general questions about any Hennepin Tech coursework, submit writing for feedback, and ask specific homework questions.

• Interact with a tutor
• Submit your writing for feedback
• Submit a question and receive a reply from a tutor

Submit an Online Tutoring Request. You will receive a response within 24 hours on business days to connect with a tutor. Our online tutoring service is easy to use and can be accessed on any device that connects to the internet.

Click the button above to request online tutoring.

Include the Course Number and Section of the course you need help with in your request.

The Tutoring Centers provide a supportive learning environment in which students can receive free individual or group tutoring or participate in guided study groups. The Tutoring Center is available to all students at Hennepin Tech. We offer free tutoring on a walk-in basis or by appointment.

Services include Individual or group tutoring in:

• Math
• Reading
• Writing
• Technical course work
• English proficiency
• Study skills
• Organizational skills
• Test preparation
• Specialized learning software is available

Resources

Please explore the resources below or contact the Math or Writing Center for additional assistance:

General Study Skills

• Developing Better Study Habits
• How to Study
• Study Guides and Strategies
• Academic Tips
• The Ultimate Guide to Test Preparation
• Prepare for Success

Test Anxiety

• Test Anxiety Tips
• How to Reduce Test Anxiety for College Students
• Tips for Test Anxiety (video)

The Math Center guides students in understanding mathematical concepts and provides tutoring for all Hennepin Tech math courses. Come to the Math Center for homework help, test prep, quiet study area and computer access. We offer free tutoring on a walk-in basis or by appointment.

College Algebra

• Desmos Graphing Calculator

Math Skills

• Kahn Academy

We offer free tutoring on a walk-in basis or by appointment.

Main Goals of the Writing Center

• Help Students through trained peer, staff, and faculty tutoring
• Understanding assignments
• Troubleshoot and work through problem areas
• Prioritize assignment tasks and goals
• Build on existing skills

Writing Support

• Sentence-level work
• Paragraphs
• Essays
• Reports
• Technical writing
• Business writing
• Career documents

Skill Building

• Assignment interpretation
• Clear expression of ideas
• Topic focus
• Paragraph organization
• Essay organization
• Transitions
• Thesis statement
• Page formatting
• Grammar and punctuation
• Sentence structure
• Research and citation
• Style

Resources

ESL

• Dave's ESL Cafe

APA/MLA Formatting

• APA/MLA Formatting and Style Guide
  • Note: Individual instructors may require students to format differently than explained in online links. Contact your instructor or a tutor if clarification is needed.
• MLA Quick Tips: Intext Citations
• MLA Quick Tips: Works Cited

Reading

• Reading Strategies
• Active Reading

Writing

• Writing Studio
• Grammar Topics, Tests, and Quizzes
• Great Tips for Writers
• Purdue Online Writing Lab