Mar 29, 2024  
2018-2019 Catalog SVC 
    
2018-2019 Catalog SVC [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • OBT 199 - Cooperative Education Experience

    (1-15)
    Supervised work experience in the field. Includes a weekly seminar. Prerequisite: Instructor permission required.
  
  • OBT 204 - Microsoft Publisher

    (4)
    Use Microsoft Publisher for PCs to create a variety of publication layouts that follow basic design and typography principles. In addition to learning to use the features and tools in MS Publisher, basic design and typography principles will be introduced. Prerequisite: OBT 122 or 124.
  
  • OBT 210 - Electronic Communications

    (3)
    Use the features of Microsoft Outlook to manage e-mail, calendars, contacts, and tasks. Use Web-based resources to collaborate and communicate via text, audio, and video. None
  
  • OBT 215 - Business Communications: D

    (5)
    Composition skills for writing effective business communications including e-mail, memos, letters, job-seeking documents, and functional reports. Business presentation skills. Team collaboration skills. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 and OBT 115. Word processing skills are strongly recommended. Word processing skills are strongly recommended.
  
  • OBT 232 - MS Office Integrated Projects

    (3)
    Use the features of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint for PCs to complete business projects that require the integration of data among the programs. Linking, embedding, importing, and exporting techniques will be introduced. Prerequisite: OBT 122, 132, and 134.
  
  • OBT 280 - Final Project

    (1)
    Demonstrate proficiency in a variety of office skills by completing a portfolio and other assessment activities. Serves as a final assessment of student skills. Prerequisite: Must be taken during the last one or two quarters of a student’s program. It is strongly recommended that students take this course during their FINAL quarter of the program.
  
  • OCEA& 101 - Intro to Oceanography

    (5)
    Natural Sciences
    A survey of the extent and nature of the oceans including the contributions of the solid Earth, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere to their physical structure, chemical composition, and functioning. Field trips may be required. Lab included. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099 and MATH 98.
  
  • PE 011 - Boat Piloting

    (1)
    Piloting, rules of the road, basic knots and safety. Given by the U.S. Squadron. None
  
  • PE 012 - Piloting and Seamanship

    (1)
    Second part of the Piloting course. Piloting, rules of the road, basic knots, safety. Given by the U.S. Power Squadron. Prerequisite: PE 11.
  
  • PE 100 - Wellness For Life

    (1)
    This course addresses issues of physiological and psychological well-being. Topics to be discussed include nutrition principles, fitness parameters and stress management. Techniques are presented to help the student incorporate a total health and fitness program into their lifestyle. None
  
  • PE 101 - Conditioning

    (1)
    A cardiovascular and muscular endurance/strength class that incorporates a variety of activities which may include weight training, aerobics, kickboxing, basketball, badminton, pickleball, and yoga. This class is designed to accommodate all fitness levels. None
  
  • PE 102 - Advanced Conditioning

    (1)
    This course is designed for students who are currently physically fit. Advanced cardiovascular and muscular endurance exercises will be incorporated. None
  
  • PE 103 - Wellness and Movement

    (2-3)
    This course integrates wellness concepts with corresponding movement education. The course addresses issues of physiological and psychological wellbeing. Topics include nutrition principles, fitness parameters and stress management. Techniques presented help the student incorporate a total health and fitness program into their lifestyle. Movement education and practice includes cardiorespiratory, strength and flexibility/body alignment. The PE 103 three credit course fulfills the curriculum of PE 100 plus 2 activity credits, the PE 103 two credit course version fulfills the curriculum of PE 100 plus 1 activity credit. Students will not receive credit for both PE 103 AND PE 100 due to duplicate curriculum. None
  
  • PE 105 - Beginning Swimming

    (1)
    Simple water safety techniques for the non-swimmer. Development of confidence, floating and elementary strokes will be taught. None
  
  • PE 106 - Intermediate Swimming

    (1)
    Special emphasis on four basic strokes as to form and endurance in performance. For those students who swim in poor form, 20 yards (one length). Prerequisite: PE 105
  
  • PE 107 - Advanced Swimming

    (1)
    Advanced strokes will be covered with special attention given to endurance and form. Prerequisite: PE 106 or ability to swim 100 yards with a variety of strokes.
  
  • PE 110 - Tai Ji Quan (Tai Chi)

    (1)
    Tai ji quan (tai chi) is an ancient Chinese form of exercise which provides numerous health benefits: greater flexibility, core strength, balance, focus and concentration, relaxation, and improved immunity. None
  
  • PE 111 - Aerobic Conditioning (Jogging, Walking…)

    (1)
    This course is designed to provide students of all ages and backgrounds the opportunity to improve her/his cardiovascular fitness level through walking and/or jogging activities. This class utilizes the outdoor trail. None
  
  • PE 112 - Weight Training

    (1)
    This course addresses use of resistance weight equipment using proper body mechanics. Emphasizes strength training. None
  
  • PE 113 - Aerobic Weight Circuit Training

    (1-2)
    This course combines the benefits of cardiovascular or aerobic training with the benefits of weight training. None
  
  • PE 114 - Advanced Specialized Aerobic Weight Circuit Training

    (2)
    This course combines cardiovascular exercise with specialized weight training. None
  
  • PE 115 - Cross Training

    (2)
    Students will perform and study a variety of exercise applications such as: weight training, aerobic dance, bench, etc., to increase and pursue their personal fitness and life-long wellness skills. None
  
  • PE 117 - Core Basics

    (1)
    This class is designed for all fitness levels. Students will be able to design their own Swiss ball and core program at the end of the quarter. This is a hands-on class with an emphasis on strengthening the core and education on injury prevention. None
  
  • PE 122 - Basketball

    (1)
    Competitive coeducational basketball. Rules, regulations and theory of team play will be emphasized. None
  
  • PE 125 - Introduction to Hiking and Backpacking

    (1)
    This course will include lectures, videos, and field work to teach basic hiking and backpacking skills. These skills are easy and fun to learn; you need only to be in good health and reasonably fit. None
  
  • PE 129 - Volleyball

    (1)
    Basic skills will be introduced and reviewed. Coeducational, recreational team play rules, regulations, and theory of team play will be emphasized. None
  
  • PE 131 - Beginning Bowling

    (1)
    Basic and essential bowling skills are taught and practiced. Bowling fee is required by the student. Rules, regulations and theory of team play will be emphasized. None
  
  • PE 132 - Disc Golf

    (1)
    Techniques for throwing discs; equipment, knowledge, etiquette, and rules associated with playing a disc golf course; experience playing practice and official disc golf courses. None
  
  • PE 133 - Golf

    (1)
    Learn basic techniques, skills and rules of the game. None
  
  • PE 134 - Self-Defense and Martial Arts

    (1)
    Learn the basic skills for defending yourself from a grab, punch, choke, weapons and ground attack. None
  
  • PE 135 - Beginning Karate

    (1-2)
    Learn basic Japanese karate stances, blocks, strikes, and kicks and their applications in varying combinations, individually and with partners. Practice of karate helps students improve or maintain physical strength, endurance, and flexibility. Emphasis is on proper form and safety. None
  
  • PE 136 - Intermediate Karate

    (1-2)
    Continued improvement of basic Japanese karate stances, blocks, strikes, and kicks and their applications in varying combinations, individually and with partners. Emphasis is on proper form and safety, increased flexibility, fluid movement, and increased strength. Prerequisite: PE 135 or instructor’s permission.
  
  • PE 137 - Advanced Karate

    (2)
    Detailed and specific refinement and mental approach to art. Prerequisite: colored belt in GoJuRyu.
  
  • PE 138 - Cardio Kickboxing

    (1)
    A continuous cardiovascular program that incorporates basic and intermediate kicks and punches of kickboxing. This class will include shadow boxing and partner drills with some contact using pads. Some basic self-defense maneuvers will also be taught. None
  
  • PE 139 - Advanced Cardio Kickboxing

    (1)
    A continuous cardiovascular program that incorporates advanced punches, kicks, and self-defense moves. Prerequisite: PE 138 or previous martial arts experience.
  
  • PE 140 - Step and Sculpt

    (1)
    A cardiovascular program on a four inch to twelve inch platform which is performed to music. Aerobic section followed by resistance training. None
  
  • PE 142 - Aerobic Dance

    (1)
    Cardiovascular conditioning and muscular toning program consisting of large dynamic body movements done rhythmically to music. Muscular strength and stretching are incorporated into the class. None
  
  • PE 143 - Swing Dance

    (1)
    Coordination, fitness, and communication skills through partner dancing. Students will learn basic steps and a variety of swing dance moves. None
  
  • PE 144 - Beginning Tennis

    (1)
    Beginning tennis is designed for students who desire formal instruction in tennis and/or those who cannot perform the basic strokes well enough to enjoy a baseline game. The basic skills and techniques for singles and doubles will be presented with emphasis on the forehand drive, backhand drive, basic volley and serve. None
  
  • PE 145 - Intermediate Tennis

    (1)
    This course is designed for students who have taken PE 144 or can perform the ground strokes and serve well enough to enjoy a baseline game. Intermediate tennis will review the basic strokes and learn more advanced techniques. Advanced net play will be covered. Much time will be spent in actual situations covering all aspects of tennis. None
  
  • PE 146 - Jazz Dance

    (1)
    Basic and intermediate jazz dance including vocabulary, steps, body positions, general body coordination and fitness. None
  
  • PE 147 - Latin Dance

    (1)
    Coordination, body awareness, fitness, and communication skills through partner dancing. Students will learn basic steps of different styles and variations of Latin dance. None
  
  • PE 148 - Pilates

    (1)
    Pilates is a method of body conditioning that incorporates a system of stretching and strengthening exercises. Students will be expected to participate in a series of Pilates exercises each class session. Students will experience muscle tone, improved posture, and improved flexibility and balance creating a more streamlined shape. None
  
  • PE 149 - Fitness Through Yoga

    (1)
    This course addresses the fitness aspect of Hatha yoga. Exercise techniques are presented to help the student improve his/her flexibility and strength. Relaxation and breathing techniques are used to teach stress management. None
  
  • PE 150 - Waltz Dance

    (1)
    Coordination, fitness, and communication skills through partner dancing. Students will learn basic waltz steps and several styles and variations. None
  
  • PE 151 - Healthy Movement in Retirement Years

    (1)
    This class will focus on cardiovascular health, flexibility, balance, muscular strength and increasing overall functional mobility in the retirement years. All ages are welcome. None
  
  • PE 156 - Sailing

    (1-2)
    Lecture and practical demonstration to introduce students to sailing. Theory, techniques, rules and safety procedures of sailboat handling will be emphasized. None
  
  • PE 159 - Advanced Yoga

    (1)
    This course addresses the fitness aspect of Hatha Yoga, and is designed for individuals that have had some type of yoga training. Poses and techniques are taught to help with strength, endurance, posture, stress and breathing None
  
  • PE 160 - Physical Fitness

    (1)
    An individual and personalized exercise program developed with the instructor and performed at the student’s scheduled time. None
  
  • PE 161 - Fire Fighter Fitness and Wellness

    (2)
    This course is designed to meet the needs of the students preparing themselves for a job in the fire department. Twice a week the students will be in an active setting, preparing them to meet the job performance testing requirements. One hour a week this course addresses issue of physiological and psychological well-being. Topics to be discussed include nutrition principals, fitness parameters and stress management. Techniques are presented to help the students incorporate a total health and fitness program into their lifestyle. Course fulfills PE 100 requirement. Prerequisite: Students must be enrolled in the Fire Protection Tech program.
  
  • PE 162 - Criminal Justice Physical Fitness

    (1)
    This course is designed to prepare the students for the testing requirements for the police department. Strength training, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance and agility training are all incorporated in the class. The students must be enrolled in the CJ program. None
  
  • PE 164 - Pilates and Yoga Fusion

    (1)
    This class incorporates yoga and Pilates moves with an emphasis on strengthening your core. Students will learn how to stretch and strengthen all major muscles using poses from different styles of yoga and Pilates. This class is appropriate for all levels of fitness. None
  
  • PE 167 - Introduction to Kayaking

    (1-1)
    This course will use lectures, videos, and hands-on training in a pool, lake, or bay to safely teach basic kayak handling skills. These skills are easy and fun to learn; you will need only to be in good health and be able to swim. Students will be required to have or purchase water shoes and synthetic long sleeve top. Class size limited to eight students. None
  
  • PE 169 - Canoeing

    (1)
    Basics of safe and effective canoe use. None
  
  • PE 170 - Paddling

    (1)
    Basics of safe and effective paddling. This course will leave you feeling very comfortable paddling in a team sport environment. Maneuvering, safety considerations, and tides will be covered. Development of specific knowledge about the Dragon Boat sport in the areas of terminology, history, basic strategies, and other concepts relevant to the sport. No prior knowledge or experience necessary. None
  
  • PE 190 - Lifestyle Management for Weight Control

    (2)
    This course studies activity and nutritional practices necessary to acquire lifelong weight management. Physical movement programs are developed and performed based on individual student’s ability and weight loss goals. This course fulfills the physical education lecture (PE100) AND one activity requirement. None
  
  • PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and CPR

    (2)
    Basic First Aid, safety regulations and CPR. First Aid cards will be issued upon completion and are valid for two years. None
  
  • PE 205 - Basic First Aid

    (1)
    Meets the first aid requirements of the Department of Labor and Industries. None
  
  • PE 208 - Water Safety Instructor

    (2)
    Course is designed to train the student to teach American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety courses. None
  
  • PE 234 - Athletic Conditioning

    (1)
    Skagit Valley College Athletes will be instructed in best practice conditioning exercises for their particular sport. Instructor Permission
  
  • PE 235 - Athletic Techniques

    (1)
    Skagit Valley College Athletes will be instructed in sport-specific techniques. Instructor Permission
  
  • PE 261 - Advanced Firefighter Fitness

    (1)
    An individualized exercise program including periodic health screenings and job related fitness assessments. Course designed to prepare students to meet physical job performance testing requirements for the fire department. Prerequisite: PE 161
  
  • PE 299 - Learning into Action

    (1-15)
    Student develops and completes curriculum-related independent project which demonstrates skills and abilities and explores career options. May include, but is not limited to, service learning, original research, and travel abroad. Faculty sponsor approval required. Students with 45 transferable college credits are eligible to begin Learning into Action. None
  
  • PHIL 115 - Introduction to Learning and Knowing

    (5)
    Humanities
    An integrated course in which we examine how we acquire knowledge through the disciplinary perspectives of both philosophy and psychology. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
  
  • PHIL 120 - Formal Logic

    (5)
    A rigorous course in the calculus of sentence relations and predications. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
  
  • PHIL 140 - Philosophy of Religion

    (5)
    Humanities
    Philosophical exploration of the nature of religion, the nature of the ultimate (God), and the meaning of religious concepts (faith, revelation, religious experience, immortality). Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
  
  • PHIL 215 - Introduction to Ethics

    (5)
    Humanities
    Develops the ideas of humans as moral agents and critically considers various interpretations of the ideals and standards of moral conduct. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
  
  • PHIL 291 - Ethics and Policy in Healthcare

    (5)
    Policy and Ethics in Healthcare is a required course for the Nursing Department Direct Transfer Agreement. The foundational principles of ethics and the health care policy environments are covered specific to the profession of nursing and health care. Explores the legal and ethical implications of the nursing process as applied to personal, client and organizational beliefs and values, utilizing the Jonsen, Siegler and Winslade (2010) Model for practice application. Focus is on understanding of policies, ethics, and legal issues related to overall practice in healthcare professions. Includes local, state, national, and global perspectives of healthcare policy, ethics and law. Includes a focus on emerging issues and uses of technology to plan for the future. Prerequisite: NURS 281, 282 and concurrent enrollment in NURS 291, 292.
  
  • PHIL 294 - Ethics and Policy in Healthcare (part 1)

    (2.5)
    Policy and Ethics in Healthcare is a required course for the Nursing Department Direct Transfer Agreement. The foundational principles of ethics and the health care policy environments are covered specific to the profession of nursing and health care. Explores the legal and ethical implications of the nursing process as applied to personal, client and organizational beliefs and values, utilizing the Jonsen, Siegler and Winslade (2010) Model for practice application. Focus is on understanding of policies, ethics, and legal issues related to overall practice in healthcare professions. Includes local, state, national, and global perspectives of healthcare policy, ethics and law. Includes a focus on emerging issues and uses of technology to plan for the future. (Part 1 of two-part course.) Prerequisite: NURS 284, 285, 287, 288 and concurrent enrollment in NURS 294.
  
  • PHIL 295 - Philosophy Integrative Experience Seminar

    (2)
    An Integrative Experience emphasizing an interdisciplinary approach to current issues in philosophy, including the societal context of philosophy and technology, and/or the ethical, political, and cultural aspects of philosophy. None
  
  • PHIL 297 - Ethics and Policy in Healthcare (part 2)

    (2.5)
    Policy and Ethics in Healthcare is a required course for the Nursing Department Direct Transfer Agreement. The foundational principles of ethics and the health care policy environments are covered specific to the profession of nursing and health care. Explores the legal and ethical implications of the nursing process as applied to personal, client and organizational beliefs and values, utilizing the Jonsen, Siegler and Winslade (2010) Model for practice application. Focus is on understanding of policies, ethics, and legal issues related to overall practice in healthcare professions. Includes local, state, national, and global perspectives of healthcare policy, ethics and law. Includes a focus on emerging issues and uses of technology to plan for the future. (Part 2 of two-part course.) Prerequisite: NURS 284, 285, 287, 288 and PHIL 294, and concurrent enrollment in NURS 297.
  
  • PHIL 299 - Learning into Action

    (1-15)
    Student develops and completes curriculum-related independent project which demonstrates skills and abilities and explores career options. May include, but is not limited to, service learning, original research, and travel abroad. Faculty sponsor approval required. Students with 45 transferable college credits are eligible to begin Learning into Action. None
  
  • PHIL 440 - Business Ethics

    (5)
    Humanities
    Examine the role of ethics and social responsibility in business. Theoretical concepts in business ethics will be applied to real-world situations based on challenges managers face. Included is an emphasis on personal outlooks, contemporary trends, and corporate responsibilities with respect to ethical, legal, economic, regulatory conditions, and the needs of stakeholders in the marketplace. Case studies/simulations will be used to explore real-world ethical and social responsibility situations. Admission to BASAM program and BASAM Director permission.
  
  • PHIL& 101 - Intro to Philosophy

    (5)
    Humanities
    A study of the fundamental questions of philosophy, including human nature, ethics, justice, political theory, and the nature of knowledge. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099.
  
  • PHIL& 106 - Intro to Logic

    (5)
    Humanities
    Introduces the study of reasoning, including the ability to recognize, analyze, criticize and construct the main types of argument and proof. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099.
  
  • PHYS 111 - Matter and Energy in Physics

    (5)
    Natural Sciences
    An inquiry-based survey of physics and chemistry designed to give a basic understanding of the relationship between mechanical, thermal and electromagnetic forces and energy. What is energy and what forms does it take? How is energy fundamental in explaining the dynamics of the earth and the universe? Lab included. This course is part of science sequence recommended for students pursuing a career in elementary education, but is open to all students. The suggested sequence is PHYS 111, BIOL 111, EASC 111. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099 and MATH 98.
  
  • PHYS 199 - Cooperative Education

    (1-15)
    Supervised work experience in the field. Includes a weekly seminar. Instructor permission required. None
  
  • PHYS 295 - Physics Integrative Experience Seminar

    (2)
    An Integrative Experience emphasizing an interdisciplinary approach to current issues in physics, including the societal context of physics and technology, and/or the ethical, political, and cultural aspects of physics. none
  
  • PHYS 299 - Learning into Action

    (1-15)
    Student develops and completes curriculum-related independent project which demonstrates skills and abilities and explores career options. May include, but is not limited to, service learning, original research, and travel abroad. Faculty sponsor approval required. Students with 45 transferable college credits are eligible to begin Learning into Action. None
  
  • PHYS& 100 - Physics Non-Sci Majors

    (5)
    Natural Sciences
    A survey of the major ideas of physics for non-science majors including classical and modern topics. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099 and MATH 98.
  
  • PHYS& 124 - General Physics Lab I

    (1)
    Natural Sciences
    Algebra-based physics lab course to accompany PHYS& 134. The subject matter is mechanics with emphasis on Newton’s laws, energy, momentum, and rotational motion. Prerequisite: Required concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 134.
  
  • PHYS& 125 - General Physics Lab II

    (1)
    Natural Sciences
    Algebra-based physics lab course to accompany PHYS& 135. Emphasis on atomic theory of gases, heat, waves, sound and geometric optics. Prerequisite: Required concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 135.
  
  • PHYS& 126 - General Physics Lab III

    (1)
    Natural Sciences
    Algebra-based physics lab course to accompany PHYS& 136. Emphasis on electricity, magnetism, and the electromagnetic spectrum. Prerequisite: Required concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 136.
  
  • PHYS& 134 - General Physics I

    (5)
    Natural Sciences
    Algebra-based physics course. The subject matter is mechanics with emphasis on Newton’s laws, energy, momentum, and rotational motion. Prerequisite: MATH 099 with a GPA of 2.0 or higher. Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 124 required. Appropriate placement or GPA of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099.
  
  • PHYS& 135 - General Physics II

    (5)
    Natural Sciences
    Continuation of PHYS& 134 with emphasis on atomic theory of gases, heat, waves, sound and geometric optics. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a GPA of 2.0 or higher. MATH 099 with a GPA of 2.0 or higher. Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 125 required.
  
  • PHYS& 136 - General Physics III

    (5)
    Natural Sciences
    A continuation of PHYS& 135 with emphasis on electricity, magnetism, and the electromagnetic spectrum. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a GPA of 2.0 or higher. MATH 099 with a GPA of 2.0 or higher. Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 126 required.
  
  • PHYS& 231 - Engineering Phys Lab I

    (1)
    Natural Sciences
    Lab to accompany PHYS& 241. Topics include statics, kinematics, and dynamics of particles and systems of particles. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 241 required.
  
  • PHYS& 232 - Engineering Phys Lab II

    (1)
    Natural Sciences
    Lab to accompany PHYS& 242. Topics include fluids, waves, heat and thermodynamics, and geometric and wave optics. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 242 required.
  
  • PHYS& 233 - Engineering Phys Lab III

    (1)
    Natural Sciences
    Lab to accompany PHYS& 243. Topics include electricity, magnetism, and the electromagnetic spectrum. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 243 required.
  
  • PHYS& 241 - Engineering Physics I

    (5)
    Natural Sciences
    Calculus-based course in introductory mechanics emphasizing the statics, kinematics, and dynamics of particles and systems of particles. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099. MATH& 151 (may be taken concurrently). Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 231 required.
  
  • PHYS& 242 - Engineering Physics II

    (5)
    Natural Sciences
    Continuation of PHYS& 241 extending the concepts of mechanics into the study of fluids and waves, heat and thermodynamics. Geometric and wave optics are also studied. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. PHYS& 241 with a grade of 2.0 or higher and MATH& 152 (may be taken concurrently). Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 232 required.
  
  • PHYS& 243 - Engineering Physics III

    (5)
    Natural Sciences
    Continuation of PHYS& 242 with emphasis on electricity, magnetism, and the electromagnetic spectrum. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. PHYS& 242 with a grade of 2.0 or higher and MATH& 153 (may be taken concurrently). Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 233 required.
  
  • POLS 131 - Seminar in Educ Government I

    (1)
    For students who are active members of the Associated Students of Skagit Valley College. None
  
  • POLS 132 - Seminar in Educ Government II

    (1)
    Continuation of POLS 131. None
  
  • POLS 200 - Introduction to Law

    (5)
    Social Sciences
    Introduction to the origins, development, structure, institutions and processes of the US legal system. Topics include law as a system of social thought and behavior; law as a framework for the resolution of conflicting claims; legal reasoning; law as a process for protecting and facilitating voluntary interactions and fundamental rights in a business society; legal terminology, civil and criminal procedures, legal rights and remedies, torts, contracts, criminal law, and property. Required for all business students transferring to the UW School of Business; recommended for any student interested in a career in law, law enforcement or related. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099.
  
  • POLS 201 - Comparative Government: D

    (5)
    Social Sciences
    A study of the structure and functioning of foreign political systems, including constitutional development, political parties, elections and bureaucracies. Parliamentary governments of Europe, the presidential governments of the Western Hemisphere and emerging governments of Eastern Europe will be used as models. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099.
  
  • POLS 204 - State and Local Government

    (5)
    Social Sciences
    Governmental forms used in our states and various units of local governments - counties, cities, etc. Focuses on local political institutions and the relationship of citizens to them. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099.
  
  • POLS 295 - Political Science Integrative Experience Seminar

    (2)
    An Integrative Experience emphasizing an interdisciplinary approach to current issues in political science, including the societal context of political science and technology, and/or the ethical, political, and cultural aspects of political science. None
  
  • POLS 299 - Learning into Action

    (1-15)
    Student develops and completes curriculum-related independent project which demonstrates skills and abilities and explores career options. May include, but is not limited to, service learning, original research, and travel abroad. Faculty sponsor approval required. Students with 45 transferable college credits are eligible to begin Learning into Action. None
  
  • POLS& 101 - Intro Political Science

    (5)
    Social Sciences
    Introduces theories, concepts, and methods appropriate to understanding how conflicts among people are resolved. Emphasizes political analysis, including comparative study of political behavior and institutions. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099.
 

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