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MIT 213 - Digital Photography (5)
Introduction to digital photography. Includes basic camera techniques. Covers camera features and functions, software, downloading, enhancing, transferring files and making photo-quality images. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills. Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills.
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MIT 220 - Adobe InDesign (5)
Introduction to basic and advanced page layout techniques. Use Adobe InDesign to design professional page layouts with graphics and typography. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills. Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills.
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MIT 226 - Adobe Photoshop (5)
Introduction to basic and advanced image editing techniques. Use Adobe Photoshop to create graphics, manipulate photographs, edit video, and prepare files for the web and print. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills. Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills.
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MIT 227 - Adobe Premiere Pro (5)
Introduction to basic and advanced video editing techniques. Use Adobe Premiere Pro to create import, edit and export digital video using transitions, compositing and other advanced effects. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills. Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills.
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MIT 228 - Adobe Animate (5)
Use Adobe Animate to create animation and interactivity for the web and video game programming. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills. Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills.
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MIT 229 - Adobe Illustrator (5)
Introduction to basic and advanced digital illustration. Use Adobe Illustrator to create vector-based graphics and artwork. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills. Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills.
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MIT 235 - User Experience Design (UX) (5)
Introduction to user experience (UX) design principles and patterns. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills. Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills.
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MIT 236 - Adobe Experience Design (5)
Use Adobe Comet to design and prototype websites and mobiles apps. Prerequisite: Computer literacy and file management skills.
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MIT 240 - Adobe Dreamweaver (5)
Use Adobe Dreamweaver to design, develop and publish media-rich, dynamic websites that are responsive and accessible. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills. Strongly recommended: computer literacy and file management skills.
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MIT 249 - Advanced Web Page Design (5)
Introduction to the technologies and issues associated with advanced website design and development. Create and design dynamic, accessible, responsive websites using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript and other advanced web development technologies. Prerequisite: computer literacy and file management skills as well as some experience with HTML and CSS strongly recommended.
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MIT 260 - Search Engine Optimization (5)
Learn essential tips and search engine optimization techniques. Improve the number and quality of visitors to a Web site as well as the Web site’s ranking on the most popular search engines. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: Computer literacy and file management skills. Strongly recommended: Computer literacy and file management skills.
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MIT 270 - CMS Fundamentals (5)
A detailed look at the history, dynamics and types of Content Management Systems (CMS). Students will also be given hands-on experience setting up a CMS site, one of which will focus on the development of blogging skills. Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: Computer literacy and file management skills as well as some experience with HTML and CSS. Strongly recommended: Computer literacy and file management skills as well as some experience with HTML and CSS.
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MIT 280 - Digital Portfolio (5)
Design a web-based digital portfolio to be used as an interactive resume, an archive of work, and a demonstration of aptitude, skill and proficiency. The digital portfolio will serve as a marketing tool that showcases ability and preparation for a career in graphic design, photography, web design, and/or video game design. Prerequisite: This is the capstone course within the MIT program. For students pursuing a certificate or degree in MIT, it is highly recommended that this course be taken during the students final quarter. Strongly recommended: Computer literacy and file management skills as well as experience with Web-based multimedia applications and tools is essential. Strongly recommended: Computer literacy and file management skills as well as experience with Web-based multimedia applications and tools is essential.
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Music |
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MUSC 100 - Music Fundamentals (5)
Humanities
This course is designed for the non-music major who wants to learn to read music. Note reading, rhythmic skills and a basic introduction to scales, intervals and harmony are included. No musical background is required. This course can also be taken by students wanting to become music majors but whose music reading skills are insufficient. Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 097, or AESL 098, or appropriate test score.
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MUSC& 105 - Music Appreciation (5)
Humanities
As an introduction and exploration of music, this foundation course examines Western music from the Middle Ages to the present, focusing on significant composers and compositions and the historical context in which they were written. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099.
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MUSC 108 - Class Voice (2)
Vocal technique including breathing, tone production, diction, and interpretation of literature from Spanish, German, Italian, folk and musical theater traditions. The mechanics of singing, the artistry of singing and building confidence in the individual solo voice are emphasized. None
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MUSC 111 - Class Piano I (3)
The course is designed for those with limited or no keyboard background and includes basic notation, rhythm skills, technique, and sight reading. Each class includes group and individual instruction in ensemble playing and repertoire materials. Music Majors are required, depending on piano playing skills, to take this course along with MUSC 141. None
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MUSC 113 - Intermediate Piano (3)
This course is designed for those with limited or no keyboard background and includes basic notation, rhythm skills, technique, and sight reading. Each class includes group and individual instruction in ensemble playing and repertoire materials. Music majors with little to no piano experience are required to take this course along with MUSC& 141. Prerequisite: None
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MUSC 114 - Class Guitar I (2)
Beginning concepts of Blues, Jazz, and Rock Guitar styles. Improvisation on Rock and Blues patterns, basic chords, note recognition, and ensemble fundamentals will be learned. Students must have an acoustic guitar. None
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MUSC 115 - Class Guitar II (2)
Continuing study and practice of Blues, Jazz, and Rock Guitar styles. Further improvisation on Rock and Blues patterns, intermediate chords, continued note recognition, and ensemble fundamentals will be learned. Students must have an acoustic guitar. Prerequisite: MUSC 114 with a grade of C or better or instructor’s permission.
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MUSC 116 - Class Guitar III (2)
Continuing study and practice of Blues, Jazz, and Rock Guitar styles. Further improvisation on Rock and Blues patterns, intermediate chords, continued note recognition, and ensemble fundamentals will be learned. Students must have an acoustic guitar.
Prerequisite: MUSC 115 with a grade of C or better or instructor’s permission.
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MUSC 127 - History of Rock and Roll: D (5)
Humanities
This course provides a general survey of the development and evolution of rock and roll from its roots to the present. The goal of the course is to familiarize the student with the social and historical context of the development of rock and roll, and to recognize and appreciate the major performers and styles of rock and roll in performance. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099.
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MUSC 128 - Jazz: America’s Artform: D (5)
Humanities
This course provides a general survey of the development and evolution of jazz from its roots to the present. The student will explore the background, history, characteristics and significant performing artists of the major jazz styles. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099.
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MUSC 129 - World Music: D (5)
Humanities
A survey of the music of non-Western cultures. Students will use writing, discussions, and group and individual projects to examine the contexts in which the musics of these cultures exist. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099.
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MUSC 137 - Choir (2)
Humanities
Performance of standard choir music and major works including works from non-Western cultures whenever possible. Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 097, or AESL 098, or appropriate test score.
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MUSC 138 - Small Vocal Ensemble (1-5)
Humanities
Involves choral, madrigal singing, jazz and popular styles. Performing music from non-European traditions whenever possible. Advanced academic setting. Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 097, or AESL 098, or appropriate test score. Instructor’s permission required; placement by audition only. Instructor’s permission required; placement by audition only.
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MUSC& 141 - Music Theory I (5)
Humanities
The study of notation, intervals, scales, simple melodies, and rhythms. Development of aural skills through an emphasis on sight singing, dictation, and piano skills. Required for Music majors.
Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 097, or AESL 098, or appropriate test score.
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MUSC& 142 - Music Theory II (5)
Humanities
A continuation of MUSC& 141, but including a systematic study of chords and harmony. Continued development of aural skills through an emphasis on sight singing and dictation. Continued development of piano skills. Required for Music Majors. Prerequisite: MUSC& 141 with grade of C or higher, or equivalent or instructor permission.
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MUSC& 143 - Music Theory III (5)
A continuation of MUSC& 142 , this class will cover non-chord tones and diatonic 7th chords, using these skills to harmonize melodies. Required for Music Majors. Prerequisite: MUSC& 142 with grade of C or higher, or instructor permission.
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MUSC 144 - Composition (1-2)
Students will learn the basics of composing original musical pieces, perform them in class and possibly a concert venue, and submit a final work to a national composition contest. Prerequisite: Must have taken or be currently enrolled in Music Theory or permission of the instructor.
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MUSC 146 - Symphony Orchestra (1)
Perform music from each of the Baroque, Classic, Romantic and contemporary periods. Students will advance in their understanding of large ensemble playing. Two and one-half hours per week is expected in ensemble practice, three hours of individual practice, and all dress rehearsals and concerts are required. Wind players are by auditions; string players should be adept at position work and fundamental techniques. None
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MUSC 147 - Skagit Community Band (1)
The Skagit Community Band is a community-based organization that performs a wide variety of concert band literature from Jazz to Classical. No audition is needed, however some skill on the instrument is helpful. Students are expected to rehearse for two hours each week and attend all rehearsals and performances. There will be at least one performance per quarter. Contact the director for fee information. None
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MUSC 160 - Musical Theater Workshop (1)
Students audition both musically and dramatically and are then placed in suitable roles in familiar and not-so-familiar shows from which scenes are chosen. Prerequisite: instructor’s permission after audition.
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MUSC 164 - Jazz Ensemble (1-3)
Humanities
The Jazz Ensemble is a performance-oriented group. The student will explore the varieties of jazz styles from funk, bebop, and Latin to swing. Students must provide their own instrument and have had prior performance experience. Contact the music department about placement audition. None
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MUSC 175 - Voice Intermediate (1)
Applied music instruction. Individual instruction in voice or instrument for music majors only which focuses on the practical application of musical principles to performance. Must be concurrently enrolled in one of the following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or 241, 242, 243. May also be taken by non-music majors depending on circumstances. No more than 1 credit per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite:Music Department Chair permission required. Audition may be required. Audition may be required.
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MUSC 176 - Guitar I (1)
Applied music instruction. Individual instruction in voice or instrument for music majors only which focuses on the practical application of musical principles to performance. Must be concurrently enrolled in one of the following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or 241, 242, 243. May also be taken by non-music majors depending on circumstance. No more than 1 credit per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite:Music Department Chair permission required. Audition may be required. Audition may be required.
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MUSC 178 - Brass - Intermediate (1)
Applied music instruction. Individual instruction in voice or instrument for music majors only which focuses on the practical application of musical principles to performance. Must be concurrently enrolled in one of the following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or 241, 242, 243. May also be taken by non-music majors depending on circumstance. No more than 1 credit per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite: Music Department Chair permission required. Audition may be required. Audition may be required.
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MUSC 179 - Woodwind-Intermediate (1)
Applied music instruction. Individual instruction in voice or instrument for music majors only which focuses on the practical application of musical principles to performance. Must be concurrently enrolled in one of the following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or 241, 242, 243. May also be taken by non-music majors depending on circumstance. No more than 1 credit per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite: Music Department Chair permission required. Audition may be required. Audition may be required.
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MUSC 180 - Strings-Intermediate (1)
Applied music instruction. Individual instruction in voice or instrument for music majors only which focuses on the practical application of musical principles to performance. Must be concurrently enrolled in one of the following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or 241, 242, 243. May also be taken by non-music majors depending on circumstance. No more than 1 credit per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite: Music Department Chair permission required. Audition may be required. Audition may be required.
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MUSC 182 - Piano-Intermediate (1)
Applied music instruction. Individual instruction in voice or instrument for music majors only which focuses on the practical application of musical principles to performance. Must be concurrently enrolled in one of the following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or 241, 242, 243. May also be taken by non-music majors depending on circumstance. No more than 1 credit per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite: Music Department Chair permission required. Audition may be required. Audition may be required.
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MUSC 187 - Drums-Intermediate (1)
Applied music instruction. Individual instruction in voice or instrument for music majors only which focuses on the practical application of musical principles to performance. Must be concurrently enrolled in one of the following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or 241, 242, 243. May also be taken by non-music majors depending on circumstance. No more than 1 credit per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite: Music Department Chair permission required. Audition may be required. Audition may be required.
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MUSC 213 - Advance Piano Class (3)
MUSC 213 is a continuation of MUSC 113. This course is in sync with keyboard expectations in the music transfer degree. Careful attention will be given to technical elements of playing, such as scales, chords, arpeggios, progressions, transpositions, sight reading and ensemble playing required to pass the piano proficiency exam at a 4-year transfer institution. Required for music majors. Prerequisite: MUSC 113 with a grade of C or better or instructor’s permission.
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MUSC& 241 - Music Theory IV (5)
Music Theory IV is the continuation of first-year music theory. Students enrolling must have completed Music Theory I, II, III prior to enrolling. Composition, analysis and performance, ear training and keyboarding are emphasized. Prerequisite: MUSC& 143.
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MUSC& 242 - Music Theory V (5)
This course continues the study of music theory from Music Theory IV. Counterpoint techniques in music literature will be examined and composed. Prerequisite: MUSC& 241 with a grade of C or better or instructor’s permission.
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MUSC& 243 - Music Theory VI (5)
Music Theory VI is the last quarter of second year music theory. Late Romantic and modern compositional techniques will be studied and composed. Prerequisite: MUSC& 242 with a grade of C or better or instructor’s permission.
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MUSC 244 - Advanced Composition (2)
Students will compose original musical pieces of increasing sophistication, performing them in class and possibly in a concert venue. Emphasis will be placed on musical analysis and the study of orchestration and the application of this to individualized compositions. Prerequisite: MUSC 144 and concurrent enrollment in Music Theory or permission of the instructor.
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MUSC 275 - Voice-Advanced (1)
Applied music instruction. Individual instruction in voice or instrument for music majors only which focuses on the practical application of musical principles to performance. Must be concurrently enrolled in one of the following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or 241, 242, 243. May also be taken by non-music majors depending on circumstance. No more than 1 credit per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite: Music Department Chair permission required. Audition may be required. Audition may be required.
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MUSC 276 - Guitar II (1)
Applied music instruction. Individual instruction in voice or instrument for music majors only which focuses on the practical application of musical principles to performance. Must be concurrently enrolled in one of the following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or 241, 242, 243. May also be taken by non-music majors depending on circumstance. No more than 1 credit per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite: Music Department Chair permission required. Audition may be required. Audition may be required.
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MUSC 278 - Brass-Advanced (1)
Applied music instruction. Individual instruction in voice or instrument for music majors only which focuses on the practical application of musical principles to performance. Must be concurrently enrolled in one of the following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or 241, 242, 243. May also be taken by non-music majors depending on circumstance. No more than 1 credit per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite: Music Department Chair permission required. Audition may be required. Audition may be required.
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MUSC 279 - Woodwind-Advanced (1)
Applied music instruction. Individual instruction in voice or instrument for music majors only which focuses on the practical application of musical principles to performance. Must be concurrently enrolled in one of the following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or 241, 242, 243. May also be taken by non-music majors depending on circumstance. No more than 1 credit per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite: Music Department Chair permission required. Audition may be required. Audition may be required.
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MUSC 280 - Strings-Advanced (1)
Applied music instruction. Individual instruction in voice or instrument for music majors only which focuses on the practical application of musical principles to performance. Must be concurrently enrolled in one of the following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or 241, 242, 243. May also be taken by non-music majors depending on circumstance. No more than 1 credit per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite: Music Department Chair permission required. Audition may be required. Audition may be required.
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MUSC 282 - Piano-Advanced (1)
Applied music instruction. Individual instruction in voice or instrument for music majors only which focuses on the practical application of musical principles to performance. Must be concurrently enrolled in one of the following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or 241, 242, 243. May also be taken by non-music majors depending on circumstance. No more than 1 credit per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite: Music Department Chair permission required. Audition may be required. Audition may be required.
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MUSC 287 - Drums-Advanced (1)
Applied music instruction. Individual instruction in voice or instrument for music majors only which focuses on the practical application of musical principles to performance. Must be concurrently enrolled in one of the following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or 241, 242, 243. May also be taken by non-music majors depending on circumstance. No more than 1 credit per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite: Music Department Chair permission required. Audition may be required. Audition may be required.
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MUSC 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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NASC 100 - Introduction to Physical Science (5)
Natural Sciences
A survey of the physical sciences designed to give the non-science major a basic understanding of mechanics, heat, waves, sound, light, electricity, magnetism, and atomic theory. Includes topics in astronomy and earth science. Lab included. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099.
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NASC 160 - Western Washington Field Study (1-5)
Natural history field study and lecture course held in western Washington. Consists of guided field study with supplemental lectures and labs on areas of biological, geologic, and oceanographic interest. None
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NASC 161 - Eastern Washington Field Study (1-5)
Natural history field study and lecture course held in eastern Washington. Consists of guided field study with supplemental lectures and labs on areas of biological and geologic interest. None
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NASC 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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NURS 099 - TEAS TEST PREP (2)
Review and practice for the four areas on the TEAS test:
1)Quantitative; 2) Reading; 3) Grammar; 4) Science
Prerequisite: BIOL& 160 or equivalent with a C or higher
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NURS 100 - Nursing Assistant/AIDS Education (lecture) (4)
This is a State of Washington-Department of Health approved program for nursing assistant certified training. Students must arrive on time the first day/night of class and be in attendance at every class in its entirety. To receive the completion certificate, the student must pass the course and complete mandated classroom, lab, and clinical hours. After receiving the course completion certificate, the student can then take the state mandated written and skills test. The additional state fees for testing and endorsement are approximately $190. Prerequisite: Current Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider CPR card is required. A current TB test is required.
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NURS 101 - Nursing Assistant/AIDS Education (clinical) (3)
This is a State of Washington-Department of Health approved program for nursing assistant certified training. Students must arrive on time the first day/night of class and be in attendance at every class in its entirety. To receive the completion certificate, the student must pass the course and complete mandated classroom, lab, and clinical hours. After receiving the course completion certificate, the student can then take the state mandated written and skills test. The additional state fees for testing and endorsement are approximately $190. Prerequisite: Current Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider CPR card is required. A current TB test is required.
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NURS 102 - Nursing Assistant/AIDS Education (lab) (1)
This is a State of Washington-Department of Health approved program for nursing assistant certified training. Students must arrive on time the first day/night of class and be in attendance at every class in its entirety. To receive the completion certificate, the student must pass the course and complete mandated classroom, lab, and clinical hours. After receiving the course completion certificate, the student can then take the state mandated written and skills test. The additional state fees for testing and endorsement are approximately $190. Prerequisite: Current Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider CPR card is required. A current TB test is required.
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NURS 171 - Nursing Fundamentals-Skills & Pract:D (lecture) (7)
Introduction to the Associate Degree in Nursing. Includes the foundation needed for basic nursing practice and more advanced study. Concepts of person, health, environment, and nursing will be introduced. The nursing process is presented as the primary mechanism for providing care. Therapeutic communication techniques are studied as well as basic knowledge in pharmacology. Components of a complete multi-dimensional health assessment are presented. Focuses on the well individual and normal physiologic functioning including introductory review of basic alterations in health. Additional concepts basic to nursing practice are addressed including the Art of Nursing, safety, nutrition, lifespan, health teaching, culture, leadership, and ethical/legal aspects of practice. Encompasses the fundamental skills of nursing practice. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Skagit Valley College RN program. Please see entry requirements on the Nursing website page at https://www.skagit.edu/academics/areas-of-study/health-sciences/nursing/. AHA Healthcare Provider card, and current immunization status required.
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NURS 172 - Nursing Fundamentals-Skills & Pract:D (clinical) (2)
Introduction to the Associate Degree in Nursing. Includes the foundation needed for basic nursing practice and more advanced study. Concepts of person, health, environment, and nursing will be introduced. The nursing process is presented as the primary mechanism for providing care. Therapeutic communication techniques are studied as well as basic knowledge in pharmacology. Components of a complete multi-dimensional health assessment are presented. Focuses on the well individual and normal physiologic functioning including introductory review of basic alterations in health. Additional concepts basic to nursing practice are addressed including the Art of Nursing, safety, nutrition, lifespan, health teaching, culture, leadership, and ethical/legal aspects of practice. Encompasses the fundamental skills of nursing practice. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Skagit Valley College RN program. Please see entry requirements on the Nursing website page at https://www.skagit.edu/academics/areas-of-study/health-sciences/nursing/. AHA Healthcare Provider card, and current immunization status required.
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NURS 173 - Nursing Fundamentals-Skills & Pract:D (lab) (3)
Introduction to the Associate Degree in Nursing. Includes the foundation needed for basic nursing practice and more advanced study. Concepts of person, health, environment, and nursing will be introduced. The nursing process is presented as the primary mechanism for providing care. Therapeutic communication techniques are studied as well as basic knowledge in pharmacology. Components of a complete multi-dimensional health assessment are presented. Focuses on the well individual and normal physiologic functioning including introductory review of basic alterations in health. Additional concepts basic to nursing practice are addressed including the Art of Nursing, safety, nutrition, lifespan, health teaching, culture, leadership, and ethical/legal aspects of practice. Encompasses the fundamental skills of nursing practice. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Skagit Valley College RN program. Please see entry requirements on the Nursing website page at https://www.skagit.edu/academics/areas-of-study/health-sciences/nursing/. AHA Healthcare Provider card, and current immunization status required.
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NURS 181 - Nursing M/S Patient-Practicum (lecture) (6)
Introduction to concepts and basic care of selected individuals throughout the lifespan experiencing basic alterations in cell growth, cardiac function, endocrine function (including diabetes), gastrointestinal function, musculoskeletal function, neurological function, and those undergoing surgery. Principles of pharmacology, nutrition and psychological issues will be integrated throughout. Concepts of context and environment, knowledge and science, personal and professional development, quality and safety, relationship centered care and teamwork are integrated throughout. Prerequisite: NURS 171,172,173 with a grade 2.7 (B-) or higher.
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NURS 182 - Nursing M/S Patient-Practicum (clinical) (6)
Introduction to concepts and basic care of selected individuals throughout the lifespan experiencing basic alterations in cell growth, cardiac function, endocrine function (including diabetes), gastrointestinal function, musculoskeletal function, neurological function, and those undergoing surgery. Principles of pharmacology, nutrition and psychological issues will be integrated throughout. Concepts of context and environment, knowledge and science, personal and professional development, quality and safety, relationship centered care and teamwork are integrated throughout. Prerequisite: NURS 171,172,173 with a grade of 2.7 (B-) or higher.
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NURS 191 - Nursing OB, Pediatrics, M/S-Skls Prac (lecture) (3)
Introduction to concepts and basic care of selected individuals throughout the lifespan experiencing basic alterations in renal and urinary function, male and female reproduction, and integumentary function. Adaptations with normal pregnancy, childbirth, the newborn to adolescent are examined as well as common alterations. The nursing process serves as the organizing framework for the study and delivery of nursing care. In addition, principles of pharmacology, nutrition and psychological issues will be integrated throughout. Prerequisite: NURS 181,182 with grade of 2.7 (B-) or higher. Concurrent enrollment in SOC 191.
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NURS 192 - Nursing OB, Pediatrics, M/S-Skls Prac (clinical) (4)
Introduction to concepts and basic care of selected individuals throughout the lifespan experiencing basic alterations in renal and urinary function, male and female reproduction, and integumentary function. Adaptations with normal pregnancy, childbirth, the newborn to adolescent are examined as well as common alterations. The nursing process serves as the organizing framework for the study and delivery of nursing care. In addition, principles of pharmacology, nutrition and psychological issues will be integrated throughout. Prerequisite: NURS 181,182 with grade of 2.7 (B-) or higher. Concurrent enrollment in SOC 191.
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NURS 271 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (lecture) (5)
Examines nursing care complex physical alterations in the pediatric individuals as well as adult individuals who are experiencing complex alterations in the endocrine, gastrointestinal and gastrointestinal accessory systems. In addition to medical-surgical care, the care of patients experiencing a high risk pregnancy and high risk newborns is described. Concepts of context and environment, knowledge and science, personal and professional development, quality and safety, relationship centered care and teamwork are integrated throughout. Prerequisite: NURS 191,192 and SOC 191 with grade of 2.7 (B-) or higher in each course.
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NURS 272 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (clinical) (5)
Examines nursing care complex physical alterations in the pediatric individuals as well as adult individuals who are experiencing complex alterations in the endocrine, gastrointestinal and gastrointestinal accessory systems. In addition to medical-surgical care, the care of patients experiencing a high risk pregnancy and high risk newborns is described. Concepts of context and environment, knowledge and science, personal and professional development, quality and safety, relationship centered care and teamwork are integrated throughout. Prerequisite: NURS 191,192 and SOC 191 with grade of 2.7 (B-) or higher in each course.
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NURS 273 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (lab) (2)
Examines nursing care complex physical alterations in the pediatric individuals as well as adult individuals who are experiencing complex alterations in the endocrine, gastrointestinal and gastrointestinal accessory systems. In addition to medical-surgical care, the care of patients experiencing a high risk pregnancy and high risk newborns is described. Concepts of context and environment, knowledge and science, personal and professional development, quality and safety, relationship centered care and teamwork are integrated throughout. Prerequisite: NURS 191, 192 and SOC 191 with grade of 2.7 (B-) or higher in each course
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NURS 274 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (lecture 1) (3)
Examines nursing care complex physical alterations in the pediatric individuals as well as adult individuals who are experiencing complex alterations in the endocrine, gastrointestinal and gastrointestinal accessory systems. In addition to medical-surgical care, the care of patients experiencing a high risk pregnancy and high risk newborns is described. Concepts of context and environment, knowledge and science, personal and professional development, quality and safety, relationship centered care and teamwork are integrated throughout. (Section one of a two-part course.) Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Skagit Valley College RN program. Please see entry requirements on the Nursing website page at https://www.skagit.edu/academics/areas-of-study/health-sciences/nursing/. AHA Healthcare Provider card, and current immunization status required.
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NURS 275 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (clinical 1) (2)
Examines nursing care complex physical alterations in the pediatric individuals as well as adult individuals who are experiencing complex alterations in the endocrine, gastrointestinal and gastrointestinal accessory systems. In addition to medical-surgical care, the care of patients experiencing a high risk pregnancy and high risk newborns is described. Concepts of context and environment, knowledge and science, personal and professional development, quality and safety, relationship centered care and teamwork are integrated throughout. (Section one of a two-part course.) Prerequisite: NURS 274, 276, 277 with grade of 2.7 (B-) or higher.
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NURS 276 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (lab 1) (1)
Examines nursing care complex physical alterations in the pediatric individuals as well as adult individuals who are experiencing complex alterations in the endocrine, gastrointestinal and gastrointestinal accessory systems. In addition to medical-surgical care, the care of patients experiencing a high risk pregnancy and high risk newborns is described. Concepts of context and environment, knowledge and science, personal and professional development, quality and safety, relationship centered care and teamwork are integrated throughout. (Section one of a two-part course.) Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Skagit Valley College RN program. Please see entry requirements on the Nursing website page at https://www.skagit.edu/academics/areas-of-study/health-sciences/nursing/.
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NURS 277 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (lecture 2) (2)
Examines nursing care complex physical alterations in the pediatric individuals as well as adult individuals who are experiencing complex alterations in the endocrine, gastrointestinal and gastrointestinal accessory systems. In addition to medical-surgical care, the care of patients experiencing a high risk pregnancy and high risk newborns is described. Concepts of context and environment, knowledge and science, personal and professional development, quality and safety, relationship centered care and teamwork are integrated throughout. (Section two of a two-part course.) Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Skagit Valley College RN program. Please see entry requirements on the Nursing website page at https://www.skagit.edu/academics/areas-of-study/health-sciences/nursing/.
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NURS 278 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (clinical 2) (3)
Examines nursing care complex physical alterations in the pediatric individuals as well as adult individuals who are experiencing complex alterations in the endocrine, gastrointestinal and gastrointestinal accessory systems. In addition to medical-surgical care, the care of patients experiencing a high risk pregnancy and high risk newborns is described. Concepts of context and environment, knowledge and science, personal and professional development, quality and safety, relationship centered care and teamwork are integrated throughout. (Section two of a two-part course.) Prerequisite: NURS 274, 276, 277 with grade of 2.7 (B-) or higher.
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NURS 279 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (lab 2) (1)
Examines nursing care complex physical alterations in the pediatric individuals as well as adult individuals who are experiencing complex alterations in the endocrine, gastrointestinal and gastrointestinal accessory systems. In addition to medical-surgical care, the care of patients experiencing a high risk pregnancy and high risk newborns is described. Concepts of context and environment, knowledge and science, personal and professional development, quality and safety, relationship centered care and teamwork are integrated throughout. (Section two of a two-part course.) Prerequisite: NURS 274, 276, 277 with grade of 2.7 (B-) or higher.
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NURS 281 - Nursing Complx M/S & Geriatric Patient (lecture) (6)
Examines nursing care of selected individuals, throughout the lifespan with a special focus on the geriatric population experiencing complex and multidimensional alterations in neurological, respiratory, cardiac, hematologic/oncologic and renal function. In addition to these medical/surgical concepts, trauma, disaster preparedness and critical care will be addressed. Contains 16 hours of psychiatric nursing clinical which applies previous learning in acute care and/or community care settings. Focuses on applying previous learning in the advanced care of mental health patients. The pharmacologic management of these patients will also be analyzed. Prerequisite: NURS 271,272,273 with a grade of 2.7 (B-) or higher.
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NURS 282 - Nursing Complx M/S & Geriatric Patient(clinical) (6)
Examines nursing care of selected individuals, throughout the lifespan with a special focus on the geriatric population experiencing complex and multidimensional alterations in neurological, respiratory, cardiac, hematologic/oncologic and renal function. In addition to these medical/surgical concepts, trauma, disaster preparedness and critical care will be addressed. Contains 16 hours of psychiatric nursing clinical which applies previous learning in acute care and/or community care settings. Focuses on applying previous learning in the advanced care of mental health patients. The pharmacologic management of these patients will also be analyzed. Prerequisite: NURS 271,272,273 with a grade of 2.7 (B-) or higher.
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NURS 284 - Nursing Complx M/S & Geriatric Patient (lecture 1) (3)
Examines nursing care of selected individuals, throughout the lifespan with a special focus on the geriatric population experiencing complex and multidimensional alterations in neurological, respiratory, cardiac, hematologic/oncologic and renal function. In addition to these medical/surgical concepts, trauma, disaster preparedness and critical care will be addressed. Contains 16 hours of psychiatric nursing clinical which applies previous learning in acute care and/or community care settings. Focuses on applying previous learning in the advanced care of mental health patients. The pharmacologic management of these patients will also be analyzed. (Section one of a two-part course.) Prerequisite: NURS 275, 278, 279 with a grade of 2.7 (B-) or higher.
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NURS 285 - Nursing Complx M/S & Geriatric Patient (clinical 1) (3)
Examines nursing care of selected individuals, throughout the lifespan with a special focus on the geriatric population experiencing complex and multidimensional alterations in neurological, respiratory, cardiac, hematologic/oncologic and renal function. In addition to these medical/surgical concepts, trauma, disaster preparedness and critical care will be ad-dressed. Contains 16 hours of psychiatric nursing clinical which applies previous learning in acute care and/or community care settings. Focuses on applying previous learning in the advanced care of mental health patients. The pharmacologic management of these patients will also be analyzed. (Section one of a two-part course.) Prerequisite: NURS 275, 278, 279 with a grade of 2.7 (B-) or higher.
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NURS 287 - Nursing Complx M/S & Geriatric Patient (lecture 2) (3)
Examines nursing care of selected individuals, throughout the lifespan with a special focus on the geriatric population experiencing complex and multidimensional alterations in neurological, respiratory, cardiac, hematologic/oncologic and renal function. In addition to these medical/surgical concepts, trauma, disaster preparedness and critical care will be addressed. Contains 16 hours of psychiatric nursing clinical which applies previous learning in acute care and/or community care settings. Focuses on applying previous learning in the advanced care of mental health patients. The pharmacologic management of these patients will also be analyzed. (Section two of a two-part course.) Prerequisite: NURS 284,285 with a grade of 2.7 (B-) or higher.
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NURS 288 - Nursing Complx M/S & Geriatric Patient (clinical 2) (3)
Examines nursing care of selected individuals, throughout the lifespan with a special focus on the geriatric population experiencing complex and multidimensional alterations in neurological, respiratory, cardiac, hematologic/oncologic and renal function. In addition to these medical/surgical concepts, trauma, disaster preparedness and critical care will be addressed. Contains 16 hours of psychiatric nursing clinical which applies previous learning in acute care and/or community care settings. Focuses on applying previous learning in the advanced care of mental health patients. The pharmacologic management of these patients will also be analyzed. (Section two of a two-part course.) Prerequisite: NURS 284,285 with a grade of 2.7 (B-) or higher.
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NURS 291 - Entry Nursing Practice/Practicum (lecture) (1)
Focuses on factors impacting entry into practice. Examine challenges faced in todays workplace and how to prepare for them. Power, leadership, communication and collaboration are viewed as key factors in helping the nurse be effective in the healthcare environment. Analyzes the safety and well-being of the patient and the nurse. The concepts of context and environment, knowledge and science, personal and professional development, quality and safety, relationship centered care and teamwork are integrated throughout. Prerequisite: NURS 281,282 with grade of 2.7 (B-) or higher. Concurrent enrollment in PHIL 291.
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NURS 292 - Entry Nursing Practice/Practicum (clinical) (4)
Focuses on factors impacting entry into practice. Examine challenges faced in todays workplace and how to prepare for them. Power, leadership, communication and collaboration are viewed as key factors in helping the nurse be effective in the healthcare environment. Analyzes the safety and well-being of the patient and the nurse. The concepts of context and environment, knowledge and science, personal and professional development, quality and safety, relationship centered care and teamwork are integrated throughout. Prerequisite: NURS 281,282 with grade of 2.7 (B-) or higher. Concurrent enrollment in PHIL 291.
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NURS 294 - Entry into Nursing Practice and Practicum (lecture 1) (1)
Focuses on factors impacting entry into practice. Examine challenges faced in todays workplace and how to prepare for them. Power, leadership, communication and collaboration are viewed as key factors in helping the nurse be effective in the healthcare environment. Analyzes the safety and well-being of the patient and the nurse. The concepts of context and environment, knowledge and science, personal and professional development, quality and safety, relationship centered care and teamwork are integrated throughout. (Section one of a two-part course.) Prerequisite: PHIL 294,297 with a grade of 2.7 (B-) or higher.
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NURS 295 - Entry into Nursing Practice and Practicum 2 (clinical 1) (2)
Focuses on factors impacting entry into practice. Examine challenges faced in todays workplace and how to prepare for them. Power, leadership, communication and collaboration are viewed as key factors in helping the nurse be effective in the healthcare environment. Analyzes the safety and well-being of the patient and the nurse. The concepts of context and environment, knowledge and science, personal and professional development, quality and safety, relationship centered care and teamwork are integrated throughout. (Section two of a two-part course.) Prerequisite: PHIL 294,297 with a grade of 2.7 (B-) or higher.
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NURS 297 - Nursing Adult/Child Practicum V (lecture 2) (0.5)
Focuses on factors impacting entry into practice. Examine challenges faced in todays workplace and how to prepare for them. Power, leadership, communication and collaboration are viewed as key factors in helping the nurse be effective in the healthcare environment. Analyzes the safety and well-being of the patient and the nurse. The concepts of context and environment, knowledge and science, personal and professional development, quality and safety, relationship centered care and teamwork are integrated throughout. (Section two of a two-part course.) Prerequisite: PHIL 294,297 with a grade of 2.7 (B-) or higher.
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NURS 298 - Nursing Care of the Adult/Child IV (clinical 2) (2)
Focuses on factors impacting entry into practice. Examine challenges faced in todays workplace and how to prepare for them. Power, leadership, communication and collaboration are viewed as key factors in helping the nurse be effective in the healthcare environment. Analyzes the safety and well-being of the patient and the nurse. The concepts of context and environment, knowledge and science, personal and professional development, quality and safety, relationship centered care and teamwork are integrated throughout. (Section two of a two-part course.) Prerequisite: PHIL294,297 with a grade of 2.7 (B-) or higher.
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NUTR& 101 - Nutrition (5)
Natural Sciences
Basic principles of nutritional science, chemical composition of foods, digestion, absorption, and metabolism. Scientific evaluation of nutritional needs of humans and current nutritional controversies. Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 097, or AESL 098, or appropriate test score.
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Office and Business Technology |
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OBT 122 - MS Word I (3)
Use Microsoft Word for PCs to create and edit documents; apply a variety of font, paragraph, and page formats; create tables; add graphical enhancements; and perform a basic mail merge. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills and the ability to type by touch are strongly recommended.
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OBT 162 - Microsoft Office Basics (3)
Introduction to the Microsoft Office suite of software for PCs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. Provides familiarity with the programs; for more training see OBT 122, 132, and 134. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills and the ability to type by touch are strongly recommended.
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PHIL& 101 - Intro to Philosophy (5)
Humanities
A study of the fundamental questions of philosophy, including human nature, ethics, justice, political theory, and the nature of knowledge. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099.
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PHIL& 106 - Intro to Logic (5)
Humanities
Introduces the study of reasoning, including the ability to recognize, analyze, criticize and construct the main types of argument and proof. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099.
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PHIL 115 - Introduction to Learning and Knowing (5)
Humanities
An integrated course in which we examine how we acquire knowledge through the disciplinary perspectives of both philosophy and psychology. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
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PHIL 120 - Formal Logic (5)
A rigorous course in the calculus of sentence relations and predications. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
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PHIL 140 - Philosophy of Religion (5)
Humanities
Philosophical exploration of the nature of religion, the nature of the ultimate (God), and the meaning of religious concepts (faith, revelation, religious experience, immortality). Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
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PHIL 215 - Introduction to Ethics (5)
Humanities
Develops the ideas of humans as moral agents and critically considers various interpretations of the ideals and standards of moral conduct. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
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PHIL 291 - Ethics and Policy in Healthcare (5)
Policy and Ethics in Healthcare is a required course for the Nursing Department Direct Transfer Agreement. The foundational principles of ethics and the health care policy environments are covered specific to the profession of nursing and health care. Explores the legal and ethical implications of the nursing process as applied to personal, client and organizational beliefs and values, utilizing the Jonsen, Siegler and Winslade (2010) Model for practice application. Focus is on understanding of policies, ethics, and legal issues related to overall practice in healthcare professions. Includes local, state, national, and global perspectives of healthcare policy, ethics and law. Includes a focus on emerging issues and uses of technology to plan for the future. Prerequisite: NURS 281, 282 with a grade 2.7 (B-) or higher and concurrent enrollment in NURS 291, 292.
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