Apr 28, 2024  
2016-2017 Catalog SVC 
    
2016-2017 Catalog SVC [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

Academic English as a Second Language

  
  • AESL 050 - Beginning Academic ESL: Reading & Writing

    (9)
    Non-native English speaking students who can communicate basic needs and concepts in Academic English begin to expand academic skills and develop habits of successful learners. None
  
  • AESL 055 - Beginning Academic ESL: Speaking & Listening

    (9)
    Non-native English speaking academic students with basic communication skills begin to expand speaking and listening skills in English and develop habits of successful learners. None
  
  • AESL 060 - Intermediate Academic ESL: Reading & Writing

    (9)
    Continued refinement by non-native speakers of English of Academic English through the performance of routine tasks as well as the extension and application of their academic skills. None
  
  • AESL 065 - Intermediate Academic ESL: Speaking & Listening

    (9)
    Continued acquisition and refinement of English by non-native speakers through the performance of routine tasks as well as the extension and application of their academic skills. None
  
  • AESL 070 - High Intermediate Academic ESL: Reading & Writing

    (9)
    Non-native speakers develop language-learning strategies and habits to successfully demonstrate academic English abilities in settings approaching those to be encountered in a college setting. None
  
  • AESL 075 - High Intermediate Academic ESL: Speaking & Listening

    (9)
    Non-native speakers will develop language-learning strategies and habits to successfully demonstrate English speaking and listening skills in settings approaching those to be encountered in a college setting. None
  
  • AESL 086 - Improving College Writing

    (1-3)
    A support writing course for continuous development of English writing skills; recommended for nonnative speaking students enrolled in any college-level course with a writing component. None
  
  • AESL 087 - Integrated Skills

    (1-5)
    An EAP component linked to a regularly offered college-level course; recommended for nonnative speaking students enrolled in any college-level course. None
  
  • AESL 097 - Grammar/Composition I

    (5)
    For matriculated students whose first language is not English, this course focuses on sentence structure and the composing process at the advanced ESL level, and includes the study of basic research, analysis, and critical thinking techniques. Prerequisite: appropriate placement test score or equivalent, or C+ or higher average in AESL 70/75.
  
  • AESL 098 - Grammar/Composition II

    (5)
    A course for non-native speaking, matriculated students with an emphasis on advanced ESL composition skills. Designed to teach students to write, analyze, and revise sentences and to develop coherent essays. Replaces ENGL 97 requirement for ESL students. Prerequisite: appropriate placement test score or equivalent, or C or higher in AESL 97.
  
  • AESL 103 - Reading

    (5)
    Focus on college-level reading, discussion, and test taking skills in a linked format. Vocabulary building, critical thinking, summarizing, paraphrasing, and response writing based on readings. None
  
  • AESL 105 - Communication Skills

    (5)
    This course is designed to enhance speech intelligibility, fluency, and listening comprehension by focusing on common problems of advanced ESL learners. None

Adult Basic Education

  
  • ABE 010 - ABE Educational Interviewing

    (1-3)
    A learner-focused course designed to orient students to the Adult Basic Education/GED program and other resources and services; to appraise students’ current abilities, characteristics, backgrounds, and interests; and to help students set long-term and short-term goals and create a plan of action to meet those goals. None
  
  • ABE 011 - I-BEST Orientation

    (1-5)
    A learner-focused course designed to orient students to the I-BEST and Professional/Technical certificate and degree programs; resources and services; to appraise students’ current abilities, characteristics, backgrounds, and interests; and to help students set long-term and short-term goals and create a plan of action to meet those goals. Prerequisite: Permission of Workforce Grants Coordinator.
  
  • ABE 020 - ABE Special Topics

    (1-10)
    Special topics related to high school equivalency preparation and/or college and career transition. May include contextualized content along with improvement in or application of reading, writing, or math skills. Prerequisite: Permission of HS21+ Program Coordinator.
  
  • ABE 022 - ABE General Instruction

    (1-10)
    Improve basic skills in reading, writing, and/or math toward completion of high school equivalency and/or preparation for entry into college coursework. Course work may be contextualize in social science, science, or humanities topics. none
  
  • ABE 024 - ABE Computer Basics

    (1-10)
    Introduction to basic computer skills for ABE or HS21+ students who are novice computer users. Through a hands-on approach, understand common computer terms, develop navigation skills with the keyboard and mouse, manage electronic files, send and receive e-mail, locate information on the World Wide Web, and explore e-learning tools. Basic reading and writing will be taught in the context of using a personal computer. None
  
  • ABE 031 - ABE Basic Literacy

    (1-16)
    Learn basic reading, writing, and life skills designed to increase literacy and employability. Prerequisite: CASAS score below 211 or permission.
  
  • ABE 032 - Adult Basic Education Read/Write 2

    (1-10)
    Non-transfer credit instructional course designed to improve critical thinking, writing, reading and computer skills to prepare for entry into HS21+, GED Prep, or On Ramp. Prerequisite: CASAS score of 211-220 or instructor permission.
  
  • ABE 033 - Adult Basic Education Read/Write 3

    (1-10)
    Improve academic confidence through mastering critical thinking, writing, and reading skills in order to prepare for completion of HS21+ or GED and/or transition to college coursework. May be contextualized within social science, humanities, or science content areas or topics. Prerequisite: CASAS reading score 221 or above, completion of ABE 032 or ABE 052 with C or better, or permission.
  
  • ABE 041 - ABE Basic Math

    (1-10)
    A beginning mathematics course designed to establish a solid mathematical foundation. Topics include operations using whole numbers, decimals, and fractions; determining place-value, and order of operations; calculations using ratios and proportions. Prerequisite: CASAS math score 210-225 or instructor permission
  
  • ABE 042 - ABE Pre-Algebra

    (1-10)
    A course designed to prepare students for entry into Math 97 or WMath 100. Emphasis on strengthening basic arithmetic skills, analyzing data, computing with integers, and using basic algebra equations to solve applied proportion, percent, and geometry problems. Prerequisite: CASAS math score 226 or above or instructor permission.
  
  • ABE 043 - ABE Beginning Algebra

    (1-10)
    A non-transfer credit beginning course in algebra, building on topics introduced in ABE 042. Topics include algebraic expressions, solving linear equations and inequalities, graphing linear equations, solving systems of linear equations and inequalities, mathematical modeling, and functions. Prerequisite: CASAS math score 246 or above or instructor permission.
  
  • ABE 050 - College Prep Seminar

    (1-3)
    Course will focus on providing students transitioning into Professional/Technical programs with an orientation to college resources and labor market information to assist them in making an informed decision in choosing a Professional/Technical career pathway. Prerequisite: Concurrent Enrollment in On Ramp or CWPA.
  
  • ABE 051 - Academic Skills Lab

    (1-5)
    Students receive support and tutoring in academic skills including writing, math, and reading for coursework assigned in ABE, ESL, On Ramp, HS21+, or I-BEST classes. none
  
  • ABE 052 - ABE On Ramp

    (1-10)
    Examine habits, attitudes, and thought processes that lead to academic and professional success. Improve academic confidence through building critical thinking, writing, and reading skills. Prerequisite: CASAS reading score 211-235 OR completion of ABE 032 with a C or better.
  
  • ABE 054 - College and Workforce Prep Academy

    (1-16)
    Identify and implement habits, attitudes, and thought processes that lead to academic and professional success. Improve academic skills and confidence through mastering critical thinking, writing, and reading skills. Prerequisite: CASAS Reading Score 236-246 or completion of ABE 052 (On Ramp) with C or better
  
  • ABE 056 - I-BEST Academic Skills

    (1-10)
    Develop fundamental reading, writing, and math skills needed for success in discipline-based I-BEST course through contextualized instruction. Prerequisite: Permission of Workforce Grants Coordinator.
  
  • ABE 060 - Adult Secondary Education/GED Level 2

    (1-16)
    Advanced GED Preparation. Non-transfer credit courses that prepare adult and family literacy students who have a goal of earning the GED equivalency certificate to pass any of the remaining three GED subject-area tests (after completing GED preparation) and, at intake, score 246 and above on a CASAS appraisal test (grade equivalents 12.0+). None
  
  • ABE 070 - Adult Secondary Education/Spanish GED

    (1-10)
    Basic GED preparation in Spanish. Non-transfer credit course that prepares adult and family literacy students with a goal of earning the General Education Development (GED) equivalency certificate to pass any two of the four subject-area tests. None

Allied Health Education

  
  • AHE 100 - Orientation to Allied Health Careers

    (2)
    Historical developments in medicine; role definition and expectations of selected allied health careers; professional associations for persons with allied health careers; professionalism and image; goal-setting; functioning as a team member. Identification of medical professionals and medical specialties. Influence of cultures on patient compliance. For non-nursing majors. Prerequisite: AHE 101, or concurrent enrollment, or dept. chair permission. Call either (360) 416-7975 or (360) 416-7948 if you are receiving a “haven’t met prereq” message.
  
  • AHE 101 - Healthcare Interactions: D

    (3)
    Self-awareness training. Receiving, organizing, prioritizing and transmitting effective and therapeutic communications with patients who have a variety of diagnoses. Development of team member and leadership skills. Discussion of death, dying and the grieving process of a variety of different cultures. See Allied Health department to apply and for permission code. Call either (360) 416-7975 or (360) 416-7948 if you are receiving a “haven’t met prereq” message. Concurrent enrollment required in CSS 103.
  
  • AHE 102 - Basic Medical Terminology

    (5)
    Learning word parts of medical terms; word building and definitions; medical terms as related to each system of the human body. Correct spelling of medical terms and medical conditions is emphasized. Influence of different cultures on medical terms. Prerequisite: AHE 101, or concurrent enrollment, or dept. chair permission. Call either (360) 416-7975 or (360) 416-7948 if you are receiving a “haven’t met prereq” message.
  
  • AHE 103 - Medical Law and Ethics

    (3)
    Legal relationships between medical personnel and patients; professional liability; intentional and unintentional torts; contracts; law of agency; informed consent; professional practice requirements; medical ethics; public duties and responsibilities; licenses and accreditation; work-place legalities; influence of cultural mores. Prerequisite: AHE 101, or concurrent enrollment, or dept. chair permission. Call either (360) 416-7975 or (360) 416-7948 if you are receiving a “haven’t met prereq” message.
  
  • AHE 104 - Medical Practice Finances

    (4)
    Bookkeeping and basic accounting procedures; banking procedures; payroll records; medical office financial records; credit and collection practices; cultural perceptions of credit and collection. Selected computer applications. Prerequisite: AHE 101, or concurrent enrollment, or dept. chair permission; 30 wpm typing speed or dept. chair permission.
  
  • AHE 105 - Electronic Medical Documents and Reception

    (5)
    Learn about Electronic Medical Records (EMR) in today’s medical office. Covers appointment scheduling, telephone practices, processing mail, downloading/uploading electronic medical records information, inventory, office insurance, ordering and maintenance of office equipment and supplies; organizing a procedure manual, time-management techniques, and cultural differences concerning perception of time and expectation. Prerequisite: AHE 101, or concurrent enrollment, or dept. chair permission; 30 wpm typing speed or dept. chair permission.
  
  • AHE 106 - Anatomy & Physiology

    (6)
    Study of the structure and function of the multiple systems of the human body. Study how the body systems are interdependent in maintaining homeostasis. Develop an understanding of how cultural influences may alter the external appearances and internal functioning of different populations. Significant virtual laboratory component required. Prerequisite: AHE 102 or AHE 160 and 161 or equivalent with minimum C grade and department chair permission.
  
  • AHE 107 - Clinical Non-Sterile Procedures

    (6)
    Definition and theory of medical asepsis; information on non-sterile procedures/tests, i.e. temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, electrocardiograms, audiograms, visual acuity, colorblindness, spirometry, height and weight, physical examinations, charting and documentation. Awareness of universal precautions to protect the patient and the healthcare professional. Discussion of cultural beliefs and expectations concerning health care interactions. Includes lab practice of selected non-sterile procedures. Prerequisite: AHE 101, or concurrent enrollment, or dept. chair permission.
  
  • AHE 108 - Clinical Sterile Procedures

    (6)
    Theory of surgical asepsis and proper disposal of biohazardous and contaminated materials. Discussion of body mechanics and rehabilitative medicine. Principles of nutrition and diet therapy. Awareness of culture, ethnicity, and economics regarding patient compliance. Accurate charting and documentation principles. Includes lab practice of selected sterile procedures. Prerequisite: AHE 107 with minimum C grade.
  
  • AHE 109 - Medical Disease & Pathology

    (4)
    Overview of the many diseases and conditions affecting the human body. Includes discussions of how cultural perceptions and influences affect medical disease and pathology. Prerequisite: AHE 106 or equivalent with minimum C grade and department chair permission.
  
  • AHE 110 - Introduction to Medical Coding and Insurance

    (4)
    Use of the Current Procedure Terminology (CPT) and International Classification of Disease (ICD) manuals to properly code and process government and private insurance forms. Other procedure/diagnosis coding systems include: Diagnosis Related Groups (DRGs), Healthcare Financing Common Procedural Coding System (HCPCS), Resource Based Relative Value Scale (RSRVS); and managed care referrals and pre-certifications. Utilizes insurance computer software. Prerequisite: AHE 102 or AHE 160 or concurrent enrollment or department chair permission.
  
  • AHE 112 - Basic Pharmacology

    (5)
    Introduction to drugs: sources, schedules, forms, uses and actions, side effects, adverse effects and classifications. Contributions of different cultures to drug therapy. Information regarding medication orders and prescriptions. Study of the administration of oxygen. Prerequisite: AHE 101, or concurrent enrollment, or dept. chair permission.
  
  • AHE 113 - Introduction to Phlebotomy

    (2)
    Review government regulations concerning blood products. Perform venipunctures and capillary punctures. Perform selected blood tests. Discussion of cultural/religious beliefs concerning blood products. Prerequisite: AHE 101, or concurrent enrollment, or dept. chair permission. Must provide documentation of first two injections of Hepatitis B vaccination series prior to registering for class.
  
  • AHE 114 - Microbiology/Medical Lab Procedures

    (5)
    Methods of collecting, processing, preparing, and preserving lab specimens. Discussion of government regulations and cultural beliefs concerning specimens. Urinalysis, pertinent hematology, immunology and microbiology tests and procedures are presented. Prerequisite: AHE 101, or concurrent enrollment, or dept. chair permission. Must provide documentation of first two injections of Hepatitis B vaccination series prior to registering for class.
  
  • AHE 115 - Injection Therapy

    (4)
    Procedures of oral administration of drugs. Familiarization with equipment and supplies for parenteral administration of medications. Theory and practice of reading the medication order, drawing up of medications and parenteral administration of medications, and theory of IV therapy. Cultural aspects of medication administration are discussed. Upon successful completion of AHE 115, each student must meet all requirements for practicum placement. Prerequisite: AHE 108 with minimum C grade or concurrent enrollment, and HMATH 100 with minimum C grade. Must provide documentation of first two injections of Hepatitis B vaccination series prior to registering for class.
  
  • AHE 116 - Medical Assistant Clinical Practicum

    (6)
    Supervised practicum in an approved medical facility for medical assistant students. Application of knowledge learned in previous courses; experience to increase understanding and appreciation of other cultures. Interact with other health care professionals and patients to enhance the development of a professional demeanor. Prerequisite: Complete each course in the AHE certificate with a minimum C grade; have current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR card; have current First Aid card; have completed immunization requirements; present evidence of a current negative TB test; and submitted evidence of attending the required 7-hour AIDS prevention seminar. Must have permission/endorsement of the department chair to enroll. Concurrent enrollment in AHE 117 required.
  
  • AHE 117 - Medical Assistant Clinical Practicum Seminar

    (1)
    Discussion and critical analysis of student experiences in their various practicum placements. Topics include legal concepts, professionalism, and aspects of culture and application of front office and clinical skills. Includes a community service project and sitting for the CMA (AAMA) exam. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AHE 116.
  
  • AHE 120 - Phlebotomy Techniques

    (5)
    Drawing blood specimens from patients with the following conditions: damaged veins, obesity, allergies, burned, scarred or traumatized tissues. Dealing with special populations such as pediatric, geriatric, hearing and visually impaired, and non-English speaking patients; the awareness of the importance of culture. Covers arterial, IV, and special collection procedures. Prerequisite: AHE 113 or equivalent with minimum C grade or department chair permission. Must provide documentation of completed injections of Hepatitis B vaccination series prior to registering for class.
  
  • AHE 121 - Phlebotomy Clinical Practicum

    (5)
    Clinical practicum for students pursuing a phlebotomy assistant certificate. Application of knowledge and skills in a medical facility. Includes interaction with healthcare professionals and patients, discussions and critical analysis of experiences in clinical practicums, legal concepts, professionalism, and an understanding and appreciation of other cultures. Prerequisite: Must be 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED to meet Washington State requirements. AHE 113, 120 or equivalent, and completion of required courses for phlebotomy certificate with minimum C grade, department chair permission, possess a current Health Care Provider CPR and First Aid card, have completed a 7-hour AIDS prevention seminar, have completed the Hepatitis B vaccination series and any other required immunizations; and present evidence of a current TB test.
  
  • AHE 122 - Ambulatory Care Coding Procedures

    (5)
    Application of professional skills in organizing, analyzing, and technically evaluating records for accuracy and completeness in the ambulatory health care setting. Covers assignment of correct code numbers to diagnoses and procedures for indexing health data and processing insurance claims. Prerequisite: AHE 110, AHE 102 or AHE 160 and 161 with minimum C grade or concurrent enrollment in AHE 161 or department chair permission.
  
  • AHE 123 - Hospital Care Coding Procedures

    (5)
    Application of professional skills in organizing, analyzing, and technically evaluating records for accuracy and completeness in the hospital health care setting. Covers assignment of correct code numbers to diagnoses and procedures for indexing health data and processing insurance claims. Prerequisite: AHE 110,122, 102 or AHE 160/161 with minimum C grade or department chair permission.
  
  • AHE 124 - Phlebotomy Clinical Practicum Seminar

    (1)
    Discussion and critical analysis of student experiences in practicum placements. Topics include interaction with healthcare professionals and patients, legal concepts, professionalism and an understanding and appreciation of other cultures. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AHE 121.
  
  • AHE 128 - Introduction to Dental Clinic

    (2)
    Introduction to a variety of clinical responsibilities designed to enhance competence in performing dental assisting functions. Duties include assisting a RDH with operatory set up and post-op disinfection as well as gathering information through an observation format. Gain hands-on clinical experience in front office, clinical coordination, radiographic techniques, bitewing x-ray exposure, patient management, sterilization and disinfection procedures and maintaining equipment and operatory. Emphasis on professionalism and image, attitude and demeanor, appropriate communication skills, and functioning as a team member. None
  
  • AHE 130 - Orientation to Pharmacy Practice

    (4)
    Introduction and orientation to the influence that medication laws, standards and regulations have on pharmacy practice and to the concept of quality assurance and its procedures. Presentation of the concept of direct patient care and the pharmacy technician’s role in its delivery with emphasis on the roles of pharmacists and technicians. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AHE 131; completion of AHE 102 or AHE 160 and 161, AHE 112 and HMATH 100 with a minimum C grade.
  
  • AHE 131 - Pharmacy Technician Terminology

    (3)
    Emphasis on specific medical terminology related to pharmacy. Focuses on how to interpret prescription or medication orders, including how to interpret medical abbreviations and terminology. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AHE 130.
  
  • AHE 132 - Applied Pharmacology

    (5)
    Use and side effects of prescription medications, nonprescription medications, and alternative therapies commonly used to treat diseases affecting the various systems of the human body including psychiatric disorders. Prerequisite: AHE 130 and 131 with a minimum C grade; concurrent enrollment in AHE 133.
  
  • AHE 133 - Pharmacy Records Management

    (4)
    Purchasing pharmaceuticals, devices and supplies, including acquisition in emergency situations. Controlling inventory of medications, equipment, and devices according to an established plan. Introduction to the concept of troubleshooting, maintenance and repairing pharmacy equipment, devices and facilities. Use of various forms of technology for storing, accessing and recording pharmacy data. Includes specialized terminology, filing rules and systems, paper-based and electronic files management, records security, ethical concerns with emphasis on pharmaceutical practical records applications. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AHE 132.
  
  • AHE 134 - Over-the-Counter (OTC) Drugs

    (2)
    Covers medications available to patients without prescription, including herbal medications and supplements, cold/flu preparations, gastrointestinal preparations, topical products, etc. and conversion of legend drugs to OTC status. Prerequisite: AHE 132 and 133 with minimum C grade; concurrent enrollment in AHE 135.
  
  • AHE 135 - Community & Hospital Drug Dispensing/Management

    (4)
    Introduction to the role of pharmacy technicians in the community and hospital pharmacy setting. Filling prescriptions under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. Discussion and demonstration of sensitivity when working with a multicultural population. Prerequisite: AHE 132 and 133 with a minimum C grade; concurrent enrollment in AHE 134.
  
  • AHE 136 - Community Clinical Experience/Pharmacy Technician

    (3)
    Practical experience in the role of a pharmacy technician in a community setting to integrate knowledge and enhance skills. Prerequisite: AHE 134 and 135 with minimum C grade and department chair or instructor approval; concurrent enrollment in AHE 137 and 138.
  
  • AHE 137 - Hospital Clinical Experience/Pharmacy Technician

    (3)
    Practical experience in the role of a pharmacy technician in a hospital setting to integrate knowledge and enhance skills. Prerequisite: AHE 134 and 135 with minimum C grade, department chair or instructor approval, and concurrent enrollment in AHE 136 and 138.
  
  • AHE 138 - Pharmacy Technician Clinical Experience Seminar

    (1)
    Discussion and critical analysis of student experiences in their various clinical experience placements. Topics include legal concepts, professionalism, and aspects of culture and application of various pharmacy skills. Prerequisite: Completion of AHE 134, 135, 200, HMATH 100, OFTEC 122 or 162 or concurrent enrollment, all with a minimum C grade.
  
  • AHE 140 - AIDS Prevention Seminar

    (1)
    Meets the seven-hour requirement for AIDS Prevention Training for health care professionals. None
  
  • AHE 141 - Healthcare Provider CPR and First Aid Renewal

    (1)
    Meets the requirements for renewal of American Heart Association First Aid and Healthcare Provider CPR cards. None
  
  • AHE 143 - Health Care Provider CPR Certification

    (1)
    Fulfills the CPR requirement for those in the medical field such as Medical Assistants, RNs, LPNs, Dialysis Technicians, EMTs, Paramedics and other medical personnel. Utilizes the American Heart Association Curriculum and includes instruction and certification in adult, child and infant CPR and use of AED. None
  
  • AHE 160 - Medical Dialogue I

    (3)
    Learning word parts of medical terms; word building and definitions; medical terms as related to each system of the human body. Correct spelling of medical terms and medical conditions is emphasized. Influence of different cultures on medical terms. (AHE 160 is equivalent to the first half of AHE 102) Prerequisite: AHE 101, or concurrent enrollment, or dept. chair permission. Call either (360) 416-7975 or (360) 416-7948 if you are receiving a “haven’t met prereq” message.
  
  • AHE 161 - Medical Dialogue II

    (3)
    Continuation of AHE 160 and the study of medical terminology word-building, pronunciation, and spelling. Includes discussions on how cultures may affect medical terms. (AHE 161 is equivalent to the last half of AHE 102). Prerequisite: completion of AHE 160 with a minimum C grade or department chair permission.
  
  • AHE 199 - Cooperative Education Experience

    (1-5)
    Supervised cooperative education relative to program course in Allied Health Education. Prerequisite: Department chair permission required.
  
  • AHE 200 - First Aid and Emergency Procedures

    (3)
    Prepares students to recognize, respond, and manage First Aid, and CPR emergencies. Covers disaster preparedness training. First Aid, AHA Healthcare Provider CPR, and 7 hour HIV/AIDS prevention certificates are awarded after successful completion of this course. Prerequisite: AHE 101, or concurrent enrollment, or dept. chair permission.

American Sign Language

  
  • ASL& 121 - Am Sign Language I

    (5)
    An introduction to conversationally relevant signs, finger spelling, grammatical principles of American Sign Language (ASL), cultural background and information relating to the deaf community and American Sign Language. Prerequisite: place into ENGL 98, or C or better or concurrent enrollment in ENGL 97.
  
  • ASL& 122 - Am Sign Language II

    (5)
    Further expansion of pre-existing vocabulary to include creative conversation incorporating the rules of communication in an accurate and fluent manner. Prerequisite: ASL& 121 with a grade of C or better or instructor’s permission.
  
  • ASL& 123 - Am Sign Language III

    (5)
    Practice and development of ASL in social and professional settings. Further incorporation of rules, vocabulary, and style will be included. Prerequisite: ASL& 122 with a grade of C or better or instructor’s permission.

Anthropology

  
  • ANTH& 204 - Archaeology

    (5)
    A comprehensive survey of archaeology introducing the student to methods, principles, ethics, and reconstruction of artifacts and sites used by archaeologists to reconstruct past cultures in the old and new world. Prerequisite: Co-enrolled in English 101 or completion of English 101 with a C or better.
  
  • ANTH& 205 - Biological Anthropology

    (5)
    The study of human and non-human primates from a biological perspective, including the evolution of the human species over time and the biological processes involved in human adaptation. The focus is on biological principles involved in evolutionary processes, hereditary differences in human populations, the geological time scale, various forms of primates (from earliest to contemporary), the sequence of development of various fossil forms culminating in modern humans, the significance of humankind’s animal heritage, and the strategic aspects in the consideration of what is distinctly human about human nature. Prerequisite: Co-enrolled in English 101 or completion of English 101 with a C or better.
  
  • ANTH& 206 - Cultural Anthropology: D

    (5)
    A study of the origin and development of various forms of culture found among tribal and early agricultural peoples. This will include the development of language, the meeting of basic needs such as food and shelter, the family, magic and religion, and leisure activities (including artistic, musical, literary, and other forms of expression). Prerequisite: Co-enrolled in English 101 or completion of English 101 with a C or better.
  
  • ANTH& 234 - Religion & Culture: D

    (5)
    Survey of concepts, models and theories that emphasize the anthropological study of religion and religious-like enterprises. Examines the universal basis of religion and various ways religions are constructed and relate to the society they are found within. Prerequisite: Co-enrolled in English 101 or completion of English 101 with a C or better.
  
  • ANTH 270 - Field Course in Archaeology

    (1-10)
    Field work at an archaeological site. Practical application of techniques of excavation, artifact identification, and preservation. None
  
  • ANTH 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

Apprentice Programs

  
  • APPR 010 - Apprentice Training (workshop)

    (1-5)
    Apprenticeship training is a formal plan leading from beginner to journeyman level which is approved by the Apprenticeship Section of the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries. All include plans for on-the-job training and related training of at least 144 hours per year. All have committees who oversee the program of the individual and approve the related training portions. The view of related training varies from committee to committee, but requirements for it are standard. None
  
  • APPRC 012 - Apprentice Carpentry

    (1-5)
    Provides an individual who has completed the Pre-employment Safety and Orientation class with a combination of “”on-the-job”” supervision and completion of 56 competency-based skill blocks; achieves journeyman status. None
  
  • APPR 016 - Apprentice Painter

    (5)
    Training in all phases of commercial, residential and industrial painting. None
  
  • APPRE 025 - Apprentice Electrician - Years 2 through 5

    (21)
    Apprenticeship related classroom training for registered Inside Wireman apprentices. Includes classroom training in all phases of electrical work leading to journey-level status. This is part of a five-year apprenticeship program. Prerequisite: APPR 029
  
  • APPRE 026 - Apprentice Limited Energy/Sound & Communications Technician

    (1-15)
    Apprenticeship related training for indentured Limited Energy/Sound and Communication apprentices. Includes training for the installation of telephone, fiber optic networks, data networks, fire alarm nurse call, CCTV, and security systems leading to journey level status. This is a three-year apprenticeship program. None
  
  • APPRE 027 - Apprentice Residential Wireman

    (15)
    Apprenticeship related training for indentured Residential Wireman apprentices. Includes training for the installation of various electrical systems for the residential market in single and multi-family dwelling units leading to journey level status. This is a two-year apprenticeship program. None
  
  • APPRE 028 - Apprentice Electrician - Boot Camp

    (7)
    Introductory apprenticeship related classroom training for registered Inside Wireman apprentices. This is part of a five-year apprenticeship program. Prerequisite: Application and selection for Inside Wireman apprenticeship through the Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee.
  
  • APPRE 029 - Apprentice Electrician - Year 1

    (17)
    Apprenticeship related classroom training for registered Inside Wireman apprentices. Includes classroom training in all phases of electrical work leading to journey-level status. This is part of a five-year apprenticeship program. Prerequisite: APPR 028
  
  • APPRE 030 - Apprentice Electrician’s Technical Math

    (3)
    This course is a review of necessary mathematical skills crucial to the electrical trade. Topics include operations with whole numbers, integers, fractions, decimals, and ratios, with step by step examples and exercises for each procedure. More advanced topics include exponents and trigonometry. The essentials of algebra, including solving equations and inequalities are covered along with vectors and the basics of geometry. None
  
  • APPRE 031 - Apprentice Electrician - Year 1 - Module I

    (6)
    Apprenticeship related classroom training for registered Inside Wireman apprentices. Includes classroom training in all phases of electrical work leading to journey-level status. This is part of a five-year apprenticeship program. Prerequisite: APPR 028
  
  • APPRE 032 - Apprentice Electrician - Year 1 - Module II

    (6)
    Apprenticeship related classroom training for registered Inside Wireman apprentices. Includes classroom training in all phases of electrical work leading to journey-level status. This is part of a five-year apprenticeship program. Prerequisite: APPR 031
  
  • APPRE 033 - Apprentice Electrician - Year 1 - Module III

    (5)
    Apprenticeship related classroom training for registered Inside Wireman apprentices. Includes classroom training in all phases of electrical work leading to journey-level status. This is part of a five-year apprenticeship program. Prerequisite: APPR 032.
  
  • APPRE 036 - Apprentice Electrician - Year 2 - Module I

    (7)
    Apprenticeship related classroom training for registered Inside Wireman apprentices. Includes classroom training in all phases of electrical work leading to journey-level status. This is part of a five-year apprenticeship program. Prerequisite: APPR 031, 032, and 033.
  
  • APPRE 037 - Apprentice Electrician - Year 2 - Module II

    (7)
    Apprenticeship related classroom training for registered Inside Wireman apprentices. Includes classroom training in all phases of electrical work leading to journey-level status. This is part of a five-year apprenticeship program. Prerequisite: APPR 036.
  
  • APPRE 038 - Apprentice Electrician - Year 2 - Module III

    (7)
    Apprenticeship related classroom training for registered Inside Wireman apprentices. Includes classroom training in all phases of electrical work leading to journey-level status. This is part of a five-year apprenticeship program. Prerequisite: APPR 037.
  
  • APPRE 041 - Apprentice Electrician - Year 3 - Module I

    (7)
    Apprenticeship related classroom training for registered Inside Wireman apprentices. Includes classroom training in all phases of electrical work leading to journey-level status. This is part of a five-year apprenticeship program. Prerequisite: APPR 036, 037 and 038.
  
  • APPRE 042 - Apprentice Electrician - Year 3 - Module II

    (7)
    Apprenticeship related classroom training for registered Inside Wireman apprentices. Includes classroom training in all phases of electrical work leading to journey-level status. This is part of a five-year apprenticeship program. Prerequisite: APPR 041.
  
  • APPRE 043 - Apprentice Electrician - Year 3 - Module III

    (7)
    Apprenticeship related classroom training for registered Inside Wireman apprentices. Includes classroom training in all phases of electrical work leading to journey-level status. This is part of a five-year apprenticeship program. Prerequisite: APPR 042
  
  • APPRE 046 - Apprentice Electrician - Year 4 - Module I

    (7)
    Apprenticeship related classroom training for registered Inside Wireman apprentices. Includes classroom training in all phases of electrical work leading to journey-level status. This is part of a five-year apprenticeship program. Prerequisite: APPR 041, 042 and 043
  
  • APPRE 047 - Apprentice Electrician - Year 4 - Module II

    (7)
    Apprenticeship related classroom training for registered Inside Wireman apprentices. Includes classroom training in all phases of electrical work leading to journey-level status. This is part of a five-year apprenticeship program. Prerequisite: APPR 046.
  
  • APPRE 048 - Apprentice Electrician - Year 4 - Module III

    (7)
    Apprenticeship related classroom training for registered Inside Wireman apprentices. Includes classroom training in all phases of electrical work leading to journey-level status. This is part of a five-year apprenticeship program. Prerequisite: APPR 047
  
  • APPR 051 - Apprentice Workshop

    (1-5)
    Specialized short course providing supplementary related training for apprentices. None
 

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