Mar 28, 2024  
2020-2021 Addendum Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Addendum Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Philosophy

  
  • 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 287, 288 with a grade 2.7 (B-) or higher and concurrent enrollment in PHIL 297.
  
  • 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 287, 288 with a grade 2.7 (B-) or higher and concurrent enrollment in PHIL 294.
  
  • 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)
    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. Prerequisite: Admission to BASAM program and BASAM Director permission.

Physical Education

  
  • 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 Movement

    (2)
    Movement education and practice includes cardio respiratory, strength, mobility, and flexibility/body alignment and stress management activities. This course introduces various movement patterns in coordination with the concepts presented in the PE100 Wellness for Life curriculum (which is always taken in combination with this activity course). Techniques presented help the student incorporate a total health and fitness program into their lifestyle. 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 - Line Dance

    (1)
    Learn coordination, body awareness and fitness skills through dancing. Students will learn basic steps and a variety of line dance moves. 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. 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 - Weight Control Movement

    (1)
    This course practices various forms of activity focusing on lifelong weight management. Physical movement programs are developed and performed based on individual student’s ability and weight loss goals. 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. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission
  
  • PE 235 - Athletic Techniques

    (1)
    Skagit Valley College Athletes will be instructed in sport-specific techniques. Prerequisite: 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

Physics

  
  • 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 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& 124 - General Physics Lab I

    (1)
    Natural Sciences
    Physics lab to accompany PHYS& 134. Topics include kinematics, forces, energy, momentum and rotational motion. Prerequisite: Required concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 134.
  
  • PHYS& 125 - General Physics Lab II

    (1)
    Natural Sciences
    Physics lab to accompany PHYS& 135. Topics include fluids, heat, waves, sound and optics. Prerequisite: Required concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 135.
  
  • PHYS& 126 - General Physics Lab III

    (1)
    Natural Sciences
    Effectively interpret and communicate experimental results. 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& 134 with emphasis on electricity, magnetism, and the electromagnetic spectrum. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a GPA of 2.0 or higher or concurrent enrollment in ENGL& 101. MATH 099 with a GPA of 2.0 or higher. Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 126 required.
  
  • PHYS 199 - Cooperative Education

    (1-15)
    Supervised work experience in the field. Includes a weekly seminar. Instructor permission required. None
  
  • PHYS& 231 - Engineering Phys Lab I

    (1)
    Natural Sciences
    Physics lab to accompany PHYS& 241. Topics include kinematics, forces, energy, momentum, and rotational motion. Required concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 241.
  
  • PHYS& 232 - Engineering Phys Lab II

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

    (1)
    Natural Sciences
    Physics lab to accompany PHYS& 243. Topics include electricity (including DC and AC circuits) and magnetism. Required concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 243.
  
  • 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 or concurrent enrollment in ENGL101. 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& 241 with emphasis on electricity, magnetism, and the electromagnetic spectrum. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. PHYS& 241 with a grade of 2.0 or higher or concurrent enrollment in ENGL 101. and MATH& 152 (may be taken concurrently). Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 233 required.
  
  • 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

Political Science

  
  • 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.
  
  • 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& 202 - American Government: D

    (5)
    Social Sciences
    A study of the structure of power in the United States and the functions, sources, and uses of power in American Politics. Also emphasizes mechanisms and outcomes of the policy making process in a pluralistic society. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099.
  
  • POLS& 203 - International Relations: D

    (5)
    Social Sciences
    A study of the basic concepts involved in the interrelationships of nations including nationalism, balance of power, international law, the causes of war, and the striving for peace. 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

Psychology

  
  • PSYC& 100 - General Psychology

    (5)
    Social Sciences
    An overview of the factors affecting behavior including topics related to: theories of learning, the senses, perception, nervous system, emotions, personality theory, motivation, abnormal behavior and therapy, and social psychology. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099.
  
  • PSYC 115 - Knowing and Learning

    (5)
    Social Sciences
    An exploration through the disciplinary lenses of philosophy and psychology of how we acquire knowledge of the world around us, including an examination of the factors that help or hinder us as we try to learn new things. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
  
  • PSYC& 180 - Human Sexuality

    (5)
    Social Sciences
    The study of human sexuality including anatomy, physiology, intimate and sexual behavior, sexually transmitted diseases, pregnancy & childbirth, birth control, love and relationships, sexual orientations, prostitution, pornography, sex and violence, sexual variations, legal and social issues. Students will examine these issues within cultural and subcultural contexts, and will look at the influences of media and technology. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099.
  
  • PSYC& 200 - Lifespan Psychology

    (5)
    Social Sciences
    A systematic study of the developmental processes in humans from conception to late adulthood. Special emphasis will be given to the topics of physical development, cognitive development, and personality/social development. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. PSYC& 100 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
  
  • PSYC 202 - Biopsychology

    (5)
    Social Sciences
    This course introduces students to the connection between brain activity and thought, behavior, and emotion and uses neuroanatomy, neurophysicology, and neurochemistry as a basis for understanding learning, memory, sex, sleep, addition, language, emotions, and psychological disorders. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in PSYC& 100.
  
  • PSYC 205 - Social Psychology

    (5)
    Social Sciences
    A study of the social aspects of life including theories of: aggression, social influence, attitude change, affiliation, group behavior, prejudice, norms, and prosocial behavior. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in PSYC& 100.
  
  • PSYC 210 - Learning and Teaching

    (5)
    A study of the major theories of learning and motivation especially as they relate to humans in an educational setting. The course emphasizes the role of the teacher as a thoughtful and knowledgeable facilitator of learning. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in PSYC& 100.
  
  • PSYC& 220 - Abnormal Psychology

    (5)
    Social Sciences
    Descriptions, symptoms, treatments, theoretical explanations and cultural views of abnormal behavior and the psychological disorders based on the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of the American Psychiatric Association. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. PSYC& 100 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
  
  • PSYC 225 - Personality

    (5)
    A study of the theoretical approaches to understanding personality with research presented for evaluating various theories. Exposure to personality assessment techniques and their use. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in PSYC& 100.
  
  • PSYC 295 - Psychology Integrative Experience Seminar

    (2)
    An Integrative Experience emphasizing an interdisciplinary approach to current issues in psychology, including the societal context of psychology and technology, and/or the ethical, political, and cultural aspects of psychology. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in PSYC& 100.
  
  • PSYC 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. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in PSYC& 100.
  
  • PSYC 412 - Leadership & Organizational Behavior

    (5)
    Social Sciences
    Focuses on building leadership and inter-personal managerial skills and managing relationships in organizations. Gain practical experience in defining your leadership style, managing teams, resolving conflict, and building professional and effective relationships. Special emphasis will be placed on managing difficult behavioral human situations (whether among employees within the organization or with external stakeholders). Explore the unique leadership challenges facing under-represented populations in business (e.g., women, ethnically diverse people, and veterans). Prerequisite: Admission to BASAM program and BASAM Director permission.
 

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