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ENGL 098 - Integrated Reading and Writing (10)
Students will develop reading and writing skills needed for success in college level courses through integrated assignments and intensive practice.
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ENGL 099 - Basic Composition (5)
The study of fundamentals of grammar, syntax, and composition leading to the construction of effective sentences, paragraphs, and essays. Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 97, or AESL 98, or appropriate test score and concurrent enrollment or completion of CSS 103
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ENGL& 101 - English Composition I (5)
The study of fundamental writing skills and varied writing strategies leading to the planning, organizing, writing, and revising of academic essays. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 99.
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ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5)
The planning, researching, and writing of a substantial academic paper based on a clearly stated thesis and using a variety of scholarly sources. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with grade of 2.0 or higher.
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ENGL 103 - Advanced Composition (5)
The advanced study of and practice in writing within academic contexts. Includes the planning, researching, writing, and revising of academic essays and the integration of appropriate scholarly sources. Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL& 101.
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ENGL& 112 - Intro to Fiction: D (5)
Humanities
The study of the formal strategies of novels and shorter fictional works. Course includes written and oral analysis of selected works. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
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ENGL& 113 - Intro to Poetry: D (5)
Humanities
The study of the formal strategies of poetry. Course includes written and oral analysis of selected works. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
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ENGL 115 - Introduction to Film: D (5)
Humanities
A survey of the history of film and the development of cinematic technique. Course includes written and oral analysis of selected works. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
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ENGL 120 - Introduction to Children’s Literature (5)
Humanities
An exploration of literature written for children including fairytales, picture books, myths, poetry and fiction for preschool and school age children and adolescents. Readings will include works from cultures from throughout the world. None
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ENGL 170 - Professional and Technical Communication (3)
English 170 is the study of fundamental composition skills and writing strategies commonly used in employment situations. By the end of the quarter, students will have written and revised a number of writing assignments, including but not limited to memoranda, letters of inquiry and response, summaries, technical descriptions, instructions, and business proposals. Prerequisite: Appropriate test score or grade of C or better in ENGL 99.
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ENGL 202 - Introduction to Literature: D (5)
Humanities
Course focuses on the process of reading, analyzing, and writing critical responses to a variety of literary texts from at least three different genreswith emphasis on cultural context. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
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ENGL& 220 - Intro to Shakespeare (5)
Humanities
An introductory survey course that explores the plays of William Shakespeare from literary and historical perspectives. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
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ENGL& 235 - Technical Writing (5)
Introduction to and practice in planning, researching, and writing clear and concise technical reports of at least 1,250 words, progress reports, proposals, letters of applications and transmittal, and resumes. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
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ENGL& 236 - Creative Writing I (5)
Humanities
Helps to develop skills in writing fiction, creative nonfiction, or poetry (emphasis to be determined by instructor). Students will read and discuss works by professional authors, compose original works, and participate in peer workshops. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
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ENGL 239 - Introduction to U.S. Latino Literature: D (5)
Humanities
This course focuses on the reading, analyzing, and writing critical responses to literary works by U.S. Latinos, with an emphasis on writers of Mexican descent. Particular attention will be paid to the roles that history and culture play in the formation of works of fiction, poetry, non-fiction and drama. Knowledge of Spanish is not required. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
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ENGL 250 - Introduction to American Literature: D (5)
Humanities
This course introduces analysis and interpretation of a diverse selection of works of American literature from several major movements and time periods, with an emphasis on interpreting the works in cultural context. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
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ENGL& 254 - World Literature I (5)
Humanities
A study of literary tradition and techniques outside of America, including literature in translation. May be organized around specific genres, themes, regions or time periods. Includes written and oral analysis of different genres, including fiction, nonfiction, drama, and poetry. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
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ENGL 261 - Integrative Seminar (1)
Students explore the ways in which the culture of a particular time and place influences and is influenced by the literature of that time and place. None
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ENGL 283 - British Literature 19th and 20th Centuries: D (5)
Humanities
Course introduces analysis and interpretation of 19th and 20th century British literature in cultural context. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
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ENGL 295 - English Integrative Experience Seminar (2)
An Integrative Experience emphasizing an interdisciplinary approach to current issues in English, including the societal context of English and technology, and/or the ethical, political, and cultural aspects of English. None
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ENGL 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
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ENGL 324 - Advanced Writing in Science (5)
Focuses on the skills necessary to write in the natural sciences. Problems common to all technical writing will be discussed. Develop effective ways to describe equipment, processes and procedures; to classify, analyze, and present information; explain principles, laws, and concepts. Intensive peer review is a strong component. The course includes a significant research component. Prerequisite: Admission to BASEC or Department Chair permission.
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English for Academic Purposes |
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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Environmental Conservation |
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ENVC 101 - Introduction to Watershed Management (5)
Basic geologic processes related to aquatic systems such as rivers, lakes, and wetlands. Measuring and calculating watershed management parameters encouraging quantitative thinking. Includes map interpretation skills. Introduction to Excel and reading figures/tables. Prerequisite: MATH 97 or concurrent enrollment or instructor approval. (Lab and field trips required). Lab and field trips required.
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ENVC 102 - Invertebrate Biology and Identification (4)
Natural history, biology, and taxonomy of common invertebrates including their natural history and biogeographic distribution. None
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ENVC 104 - Introduction to Natural Resources (1)
Introduction to natural resource agencies and institutions, including career opportunities; i.e. the role of the technician in forestry, fisheries, agriculture and parks. Includes student success skills. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment required in CSS 103.
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ENVC 105 - Emergency Incident Management System (3)
Introduction to Incident Management System and emergency operations. Satisfies training requirements for the National Incident Management System and ICS100/200. None
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ENVC 112 - Limnology (5)
Introduction to natural and human-induced processes that shape lake ecosystems. Quantitative and qualitative measuring techniques will be used to assess water quality, including biological integrity. Prerequisite: ENVC 101 or ENVS& 101 or department chair approval. Lab and field trips required. Lab and field trips required.
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ENVC 122 - Stream Ecology (5)
Introduction to physical, chemical and biological components of lotic systems and their anthropogenic impacts. Sampling techniques, lab procedures, water quality and stream habitat will be evaluated. Perform bioassessment. Exploration of global and cultural issues in relation to rivers. Prerequisite: ENVC 112 or department chair approval.
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ENVC 123 - Fish Biology, Taxonomy, and Life History (5)
Classification, biology, physiology, and evolution of representative North American fish. None
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ENVC 130 - Environmental Interpretation (5)
Research presentation and communication styles through oral, visual, and audio-visual means of the history, geology, or natural history of an area, concept or species. Interpretation and discussion of ancient cultural archeological sites and influences on the present. None
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ENVC 133 - Facilities Maintenance Fundamentals (5)
Introduction to facilities maintenance including basic grounds maintenance, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry fundamentals. Includes sediment and erosion control measures for construction sites. None
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ENVC 140 - Plants of Western Washington (5)
Collection, identification, and plant community grouping of local and regional gymnosperms and angiosperms. Identify invasive species. None
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ENVC 165 - Sustainability Fundamentals (5)
Natural Sciences
Introduction to understanding sustainability principles in human societies. Evaluate how sustainability principles can be applied to urbanization, agriculture and the business world in light of climate change. Solutions will be explored in renewable energy, water resources, transportation, and globalization in the light of environmental economics. None
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ENVC 199 - Cooperative Education (1-15)
Supervised work experience in the field. Includes a weekly seminar. Prerequisite: Instructor permission required.
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ENVC 201 - Watershed Restoration (5)
Techniques and ecological context for restoration and its application in the conservation of biodiversity. Covers state and federal laws pertaining to ecological field work and potential funding sources. Evaluation of social and economic impact of restoration to diverse groups of people. Includes methods in biological engineering. Prerequisite: ENVC 101 with a minimum C grade or department chair approval. Field trips required. Field trips required.
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ENVC 202 - Wildlife Biology: D (5)
Natural Sciences
Concepts in wildlife management and conservation biology. Understand and identify wildlife management perspectives and constraints in relation to different cultural and social values. Includes relationships between land use patterns and responses by wildlife populations, and wildlife management with climate change challenges. Lab included. Prerequisite: Reading in technical journals and report writing required.
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ENVC 210 - Fish Ecology and Management (5)
Fish communities and their ecological and physical requirements. Emphasis on population dynamics in relation to habitat changes and fishing pressures. Prerequisite: ENVC 122 and 123. Reading and researching technical journals on current topics of fish conservation and management required. Report writing required. Report writing required.
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ENVC 211 - Ecological Sampling and Monitoring Design (4)
General sampling concepts and population estimation. Methods in ecological sampling of mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles, fish, and vascular plants. TFW program procedures for stream ambient monitoring. Prerequisite: Field trips required. Strongly recommended: familiarity with computers and spreadsheets. Strongly recommended: familiarity with computers and spreadsheets.
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ENVC 212 - Fluid Flow Laboratory (2)
Focuses on the use of approved methods for collection, testing and reporting of results of samples taken to obtain data for submission to state and federal regulatory agencies. Use of appropriate methods for collection, testing and reporting of results of effluent samples used to control operation of Water and Wastewater Treatment plants. Prerequisite: Math 98 with a grade of C or higher or concurrent enrollment.
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ENVC 220 - Wetlands in Managed Landscapes (4)
General overview of wetland soils, hydrology, and ecology including wetland delineation. Application of basic landscape ecology theory and human impacts on wetlands. Prerequisite: ENVC 101 and 122 or department chair approval. Field trips required. Field trips required.
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ENVC 221 - Ecology of Ecosystem Edges/Ecotones (3)
Importance of ecotones between freshwater systems and upland areas. Essential biological processes shaping ecological properties of ecotones at various scales of time and space. Students must conduct research and give a short seminar. Prerequisite: ENVC 101 and 202 or department chair approval.
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ENVC 222 - Field Project (3)
Field project in cooperation with a landowner starting with a proposal performing an ecological survey and analysis, and ending with a written report based on data collected by the student. Includes research in technical journals, and time estimates. Prerequisite: ENVC 202 and 210 or department chair approval.
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ENVC 225 - Current Issues in Ecology (2)
A current topic of ecology will be examined through guest speakers combined with literature research and seminar presentations. Prerequisite: ENVC 101 or 112 or BIOL& 221 or 241 or CHEM& 161 or 242 or PHYS& 241.
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ENVC 226 - Current Issues in Water Policy (2)
Current topics in U.S. water policies will be examined and evaluated. Water quality standards and the current regulatory environment will be of special interest. None
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ENVC 231 - Introduction to Mammalogy (5)
Natural history, structure, identification, and classification of North American mammals. None
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ENVC 232 - Bird Identification (5)
Natural history, biology, taxonomy, and identification of Pacific Northwest species. None
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ENVC 244 - Salmon Ecology (3)
Ecology of the Pacific Northwest salmon and their importance to social and economic values. None
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ENVC 249 - Introduction to Wastewater Technology (5)
Introduction to the practical aspects of operating and maintaining wastewater treatment plants. Learn to analyze and solve operational problems including mathematical calculations relating to wastewater treatment process control. Covers plant safety, good housekeeping, equipment maintenance, and laboratory procedures. Prerequisite: Math 98 with a grade of C or higher or concurrent enrollment.
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ENVC 250 - Introduction to Water Treatment (5)
Focuses on training water treatment operators in the practical aspects of operating and maintaining water treatment facilities. Includes water sources, reservoir management, infrastructure needs, and water safety. Prerequisite: Math 98 with a grade of C or higher or concurrent enrollment.
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ENVC 302 - Data Management (2)
Development of a data management strategy from field collection, processing, to data storage. Emphasis will be given to the use of tablets and cell phones for field collection to server storage. Prerequisite: Admission to BASEC or Department Chair permission.
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ENVC 304 - River Ecology & Watershed Management (5)
Watershed perspective to learn about rivers and streams with special emphasis on the Pacific Northwest coastal ecoregion. Topics include hydrology, hyporheic flow, geomorphology, stream classification, riparian ecology, and biogeochemical cycles. Development of watershed and ecosystem management at the appropriate spatial and temporal scales including adaptive management processes incorporating cultural values and philosophies allowing successful watershed management. Prerequisite: Admission to BASEC or Department Chair permission.
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ENVC 310 - Soil Ecology (5)
Fundamental principles of soil ecology in relation to physical, nutrient cycling dynamics, biogeochemical cycling, belowground biomass, biodiversity of soil organisms, and soil food webs and ecological processes. Prerequisite: Admission to BASEC or Department Chair permission.
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ENVC 315 - Limnology and Reservoir Ecology (5)
Structure and function of lakes, ponds, and reservoirs. Includes physical, chemical, and biological controls of productivity and species composition of aquatic flora and fauna, and effects of pollution on water quality. Prerequisite: Admission to BASEC or Department Chair permission.
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ENVC 320 - Landscape Ecology (5)
The science and art of studying and influencing the relationships between spatial pattern and ecological processes across different spatio- temporal scales and levels of biological organization. Prerequisite: Admission to BASEC or Department Chair permission.
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ENVC 327 - Advanced Wetland Ecology (5)
Wetland hydrology, biogeochemistry, and biological adaptations to wetland conditions. Including global wetland issues, wetlands and climate change, international management of wetlands, and human interface with wetland in different socio-economic settings. Course includes advanced wetland delineation. Prerequisite: Admission to BASEC or Department Chair permission.
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ENVC 405 - Behavioral Ecology (5)
Investigates the evolutionary and ecological behavioral adaptations of animals. Various taxonomic groups will be examined with an emphasis on vertebrate species as well as species of ecological and economic importance. Ecological behavior will be viewed in light of ecosystem management activities. Prerequisite: Admission to BASEC or Department Chair permission.
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ENVC 407 - Forest Ecology (5)
Forest ecology includes the development of forestry, biogeochemistry, nutrient cycling, transfer and storage of energy, and the physical environment. Forest management as a renewable resource, including fire ecology, forest succession, and functioning of forest ecosystems. Prerequisite: Admission to BASEC or Department Chair permission.
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ENVC 410 - Conservation Biology (5)
Exploring the world’s biological diversity including a wide range of species, complex ecosystems, and the genetic variation within species. Conservation biology is an interdisciplinary science that includes not only biological and ecological solutions, but includes socio-economic aspects. Includes ecological modeling. Prerequisite: Admission to BASEC or Department Chair permission.
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ENVC 412 - Natural Resource Policy Analyses (5)
Course evaluates and analyzes a broad range of contemporary natural resource policies, case studies, and controversies using bioeconomic resource management models. Topics include wildlife and fisheries policies, forestry policies, tropical deforestation, water rights/management policies, endangered species and nature preservation a, and sustainable development. Prerequisite: Admission to BASEC or Department Chair permission.
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ENVC 420 - Estuarine and Nearshore Ecology (5)
Provide an integrated view of the ecological processes in estuaries and nearshore environments. Special emphasis will be on the Salish Sea and the Pacific Northwest coastal environments. Prerequisite: Admission to BASEC or Department Chair permission.
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ENVC 422 - Culminating Project (5)
Carry out a field project including all aspects of documentation. Includes initial proposal, peer review processes, data collection and analysis, secondary research, time estimates, and report writing. Prerequisite: Admission to BASEC or Department Chair permission.
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ENVC 424 - Applied Population and Community Ecology (5)
Principles of population dynamics and ecosystem functioning. Key issues in the study of biodiversity and ecosystems, including functional complementarity, food web stability and complexity, material cycling, and meta-communities. Prerequisite: Admission to BASEC or Department Chair permission.
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ENVC 451 - Independent Study (1)
Special project as approved by instructor and department chair. None
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ENVC 452 - Independent Study (2)
Special project as approved by instructor and department chair. None
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ENVC 453 - Independent Study (3)
Special project as approved by instructor and department chair. None
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ENVC 454 - Independent Study (4)
Special project as approved by instructor and department chair. None
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ENVC 455 - Independent Study (5)
Special project as approved by instructor and department chair. None
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ENVC 499 - Internship (3)
Supervised work experience in the field. Internship positions must include an interview process. Part of the work experience must include a leadership component. Prerequisite: Admission to BASEC or Department Chair permission.
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Environmental Science |
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ENVS& 101 - Intro to Env Science (5)
Natural Sciences
Basic ecology, ecosystems, energy flow, nutrient cycling, population, community dynamics, and the human impact on the environment. Lab included. Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 097, or AESL 098, or appropriate test score.
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ENVS 314 - Environmental Science (5)
Natural Sciences
Investigate how environmental problems have arisen due to human activities (global warming, air pollution, waste disposal) and their impact on corporate practices, including the corporate mission, competitive strategy, technology choices, production development decisions, production processes, and corporate responsibilities. Regulations and permits will be reviewed from the perspective of local planning departments along with sustainability and changes to the environment by using resources at rates that exceed the system’s ability to replenish them. Admission to BASAM program and BASAM Director permission.
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Environmental Sustainable Agriculture Education |
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ENVAG 101 - Agroecology: An Ecological Approach to Agriculture (5)
Survey of agroecology, a multi-disciplinary field that applies ecological principles to the analysis and management of agriculture systems. Explore ways to create abundance and reduce external inputs by enhancing nutrient cycling, energy flow, and beneficial interactions. Field trips are an integral part of this course. None
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ENVAG 103 - Horticulture Plant Science (4)
The structure, function, classification, and ecology of vascular plants are explored in this introductory botany course, with an emphasis on cultivated and native plants of the Pacific Northwest. None
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ENVAG 104 - Careers Seminar in Sustainable Agriculture (1)
A series of presentations and panel discussions with professionals explores sustainable agriculture career options, work profiles, and the knowledge and skills required to be successful. Students identify career interests and resources and develop education and career goals. None
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ENVAG 106 - Soil Science and Conservation (5)
Study of soils as living ecosystems, including their physical, chemical, and biological properties. Nutrient cycling, fertility management, soil building, and site diagnosis and classification are also examined. Field trips are an integral part of this course. None
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ENVAG 122 - Plant Propagation (5)
Propagation of plants from vegetative and reproductive tissues and organs. Plant propagation techniques are used to multiply selected plants and preserve their essential genetic characteristics and is essential to the success of production agriculture, ornamental horticulture, and native species. Covers the concepts of sexual and asexual plant propagation, seed collecting, and the principles and techniques of propagation by seed and cuttings along with techniques for laboratory, greenhouse, and orchard propagation. Includes handling, preparation, treatment and rooting of cuttings; grafting tools and preparation of grafts; and a field trip to examine how micropropagation in tissue culture is accomplished. None
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ENVAG 199 - Internship in Sustainable Agriculture (1-15)
Practical work experience at sustainable agriculture enterprises, including small farm and food system businesses, organizations, and agencies, that applies and builds upon the knowledge and skills derived from program coursework. Students establish learning objectives and outcomes with the internship providers. Includes a weekly seminar. Prerequisite: Instructor permission required.
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ENVAG 221 - Greenhouse-Nursery Operations (5)
Introduction to greenhouse management and production. Hands-on approach to exploring greenhouse/nursery operations and basic plant production requirements. Includes a study of greenhouse structures and the management of the greenhouse environment including greenhouse light and lighting, air movement/ventilation and temperature control along with irrigation, fertilizers, pest and disease management and other production issues to create an optimum growing environment for the production of ornamental and vegetable plants. Environmental factors affecting plant growth, manipulating the greenhouse environment, soil and water testing, and nursery operations including production planning and determining cost and profit are emphasized. Laboratory and field trips to commercial operations will be included. None
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ENVAG 224 - Orchard Crop Production (5)
Tree fruit and nut, berry, vine, and uncommon fruit production for orchards, focusing on cultivar selection, cultural requirements, propagation methods, management techniques, harvesting practices, and biodiverse orchard design. Field trips are an integral part of this course. None
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ENVAG 227 - Greenhouse Crop Production (3)
Greenhouse management for small farm to commercial scale production, including structure selection, laws and regulations, control over the growing environment, and crop production and health. Students produce a greenhouse management plan. Field trips are an integral part of this course. None
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ENVAG 228 - Row Crop Production (5)
Fundamentals of row crop production in the Pacific Northwest. Covers site and equipment evaluation, crop scheduling and rotation, fertility and irrigation management, and insect and disease control, as well as crop specific and market considerations for seasonal production. Field trips are an integral part of this course. None
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ENVAG 231 - Post-Harvest to Local Market Operations (3)
Study local food system development, food physiology, and food security, safety, and quality issues through exposure to real world postharvest and direct market operations, with an emphasis on small farm agriculture enterprises. Field trips are an integral part of this course. None
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ENVAG 241 - Livestock Management (1-3)
The study of how livestock management can be incorporated into a farm plan. Management of various livestock species, demographic management, forage management, as well as manure management. Includes management of diseases and parasites. None
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ENVAG 242 - Dairy Management (1-3)
Focuses on dairy production from several ungulate species and the equipment and hygiene requirements needed. Includes man-hour needs and other cost estimates, and evaluations of value added products like cheeses. None
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ENVAG 243 - Marketing Agriculture Products (1-3)
Focuses on sustainable agriculture niche products. Emphasis is on value added costs and potential revenues, processing, grading, packaging, packing, storing and transport requirements of various farm products. Includes food safety regulations, practices and limitations. None
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ENVAG 270 - Sustainable Small Farming and Ranching (5)
Explore small farm models and entrepreneurship, and conceive of and draft a whole farm management plan. Learn to assess site conditions and user needs and manage small farm facilities and equipment, natural resources, plants and animals, and cropping systems and practices. Field trips are an integral part of this course. None
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ENVAG 271 - Agricultural Entrepreneurship & Business Planning (5)
Explore small farm models and entrepreneurship, and conceive of and draft a whole farm business plan. Gain practical knowledge and skills in agricultural business development, market research, and record keeping and finances in the context of farm and ranch production strategies. Field trips are an integral part of this course. None
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ENVAG 297 - Research in Sustainable Agriculture (1-15)
Independent study and research on a topic related to sustainable agriculture, with guidance provided by a research mentor. Introduction to the scientific method, critical thinking, and technical communication for self motivated learners. None
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ENVAG 298 - Practicum in Sustainable Agriculture (1-15)
Hands on practical experience managing a small farm enterprise for aspiring practitioners. Apply weekly on farm education and training to seasonally appropriate operational and production tasks at the SAgE Skagit Valley Student Farm. None
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