May 13, 2024  
2021-2022 Catalog SVC 
    
2021-2022 Catalog SVC [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Philosophy

  
  • PHIL 120 - Formal Logic


    Credits: (5)
    A rigorous course in the calculus of sentence relations and predications.

    Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • PHIL 140 - Philosophy of Religion


    Credits: (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: ENGL& 101 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • PHIL 215 - Introduction to Ethics


    Credits: (5)
    Humanities
    Develops the ideas of humans as moral agents and critically considers various interpretations of the ideals and standards of moral conduct.

    Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • PHIL 291 - Ethics and Policy in Healthcare


    Credits: (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.
  
  • PHIL 294 - Ethics and Policy in Healthcare (part 1)


    Credits: (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


    Credits: (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.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • PHIL 297 - Ethics and Policy in Healthcare (part 2)


    Credits: (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


    Credits: (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: None.
  
  • PHIL 440 - Business Ethics


    Credits: (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.
  
  • PHIL 446 - Ethics and the Healthcare Manager


    Credits: (5)
    Examine the role of ethics and social responsibility in the healthcare environment. Theoretical concepts in healthcare ethics will be applied to real-world situations based on challenges managers face. Emphasis on personal outlooks, contemporary trends, and responsibilities with respect to ethical, legal, economic, regulatory conditions, and the needs of stakeholders in healthcare. Case studies/simulations will be used to explore real-world ethical and social responsibility dilemmas.

    Prerequisiite: BASAM Director permission.

Physical Education

  
  • PE 100 - Wellness For Life


    Credits: (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.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • PE 161 - Fire Fighter Fitness and Wellness


    Credits: (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 200 - First Aid, Safety, and CPR


    Credits: (2)
    Basic First Aid, safety regulations and CPR. First Aid cards will be issued upon completion and are valid for two years.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • PE 261 - Advanced Firefighter Fitness


    Credits: (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 with a “D” or higher.

Physics

  
  • PHYS& 100 - Physics Non-Sci Majors


    Credits: (5)
    Natural Sciences
    A survey of the major ideas of physics for non-science majors including classical and modern topics.

    Prerequisite: ENGL 099 with a grade of “C” or higher (or placement into college-level English); and either placement into OR co-enrollment in OR completion of a college-level Math course with a grade of “C” or higher.
  
  • PHYS 111 - Matter and Energy in Physics


    Credits: (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: ENGL 099 with a grade of “C” or higher (or placement into college-level English); and either placement into OR co-enrollment in OR completion of a college-level Math course with a grade of “C” or higher.
  
  • PHYS& 124 - General Physics Lab I


    Credits: (1)
    Natural Sciences
    Physics lab to accompany PHYS& 134. Topics include kinematics, forces, energy, momentum and rotational motion.

    Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 134.
  
  • PHYS& 125 - General Physics Lab II


    Credits: (1)
    Natural Sciences
    Physics lab to accompany PHYS& 135. Topics include fluids, heat, waves, sound and optics.

    Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 135.
  
  • PHYS& 126 - General Physics Lab III


    Credits: (1)
    Natural Sciences
    Effectively interpret and communicate experimental results.

    Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 136.
  
  • PHYS& 134 - General Physics I


    Credits: (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 grade of “C” or higher; and ENGL 099 with a grade of “C” or higher (or placement into college-level English).

    AND

    Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 124.

  
  • PHYS& 135 - General Physics II


    Credits: (5)
    Natural Sciences
    Continuation of PHYS& 134 with emphasis on atomic theory of gases, heat, waves, sound and geometric optics.

    Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a grade of “C” or higher; and either MATH 099 with a grade of “C” or higher (or placement into MATH& 141).

    AND

    Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 125.

  
  • PHYS& 136 - General Physics III


    Credits: (5)
    Natural Sciences
    A continuation of PHYS& 134 with emphasis on electricity, magnetism, and the electromagnetic spectrum.

    Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a grade of “C” or higher (or concurrent enrollment); and either MATH 099 with a grade of “C” or higher (or placement into MATH&141).

    AND

    Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 126.

  
  • PHYS 199 - Cooperative Education


    Credits: (1-15)
    Supervised work experience in the field. Includes a weekly seminar. Instructor permission required.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • PHYS& 231 - Engineering Phys Lab I


    Credits: (1)
    Natural Sciences
    Physics lab to accompany PHYS& 241. Topics include kinematics, forces, energy, momentum, and rotational motion.

    Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 241.
  
  • PHYS& 232 - Engineering Phys Lab II


    Credits: (1)
    Natural Sciences
    Physics lab to accompany PHYS& 242. Topics include fluids, heat, waves, sound and optics.

    Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 242.
  
  • PHYS& 233 - Engineering Phys Lab III


    Credits: (1)
    Natural Sciences
    Physics lab to accompany PHYS& 243. Topics include electricity (including DC and AC circuits) and magnetism.

    Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 243.
  
  • PHYS& 241 - Engineering Physics I


    Credits: (5)
    Natural Sciences
    Calculus-based course in introductory mechanics emphasizing the statics, kinematics, and dynamics of particles and systems of particles.

    Prerequisite: ENGL 099 with a grade of “C” or higher (or placement into college-level English); and MATH& 151 with a grade of “C” or higher (or concurrent enrollment).

    AND

    Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 231.

  
  • PHYS& 242 - Engineering Physics II


    Credits: (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: ENGL& 101; PHYS& 241; and MATH& 152; all courses with a grade of “C” or higher (or concurrent enrollment).

    AND

    Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 232.

  
  • PHYS& 243 - Engineering Physics III


    Credits: (5)
    Natural Sciences
    Continuation of PHYS& 241 with emphasis on electricity, magnetism, and the electromagnetic spectrum.

    Prerequisite: Both ENGL& 101 and MATH& 152 with a grade of “C” or higher (or concurrent enrollment); and PHYS& 241 with a grade of “C” or higher.

    AND

    Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 233.

  
  • PHYS 295 - Physics Integrative Experience Seminar


    Credits: (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.

    Prerequisite: none.
  
  • PHYS 299 - Learning into Action


    Credits: (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: None.

Political Science

  
  • POLS& 101 - Intro Political Science


    Credits: (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: ENGL 099 with a “C” or higher (or placement into ENGL& 101).
  
  • POLS 131 - Seminar in Educ Government I


    Credits: (1)
    For students who are active members of the Associated Students of Skagit Valley College.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • POLS 132 - Seminar in Educ Government II


    Credits: (1)
    Continuation of POLS 131.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • POLS 200 - Introduction to Law


    Credits: (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: ENGL 099 with a “C” or higher (or placement into ENGL& 101).
  
  • POLS 201 - Comparative Government: D


    Credits: (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: ENGL 099 with a “C” or higher (or placement into ENGL& 101).
  
  • POLS& 202 - American Government: D


    Credits: (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: ENGL 099 with a “C” or higher (or placement into ENGL& 101).
  
  • POLS& 203 - International Relations: D


    Credits: (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: ENGL 099 with a “C” or higher (or placement into ENGL& 101).
  
  • POLS 204 - State and Local Government


    Credits: (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: ENGL 099 with a “C” or higher (or placement into ENGL& 101).
  
  • POLS 295 - Political Science Integrative Experience Seminar


    Credits: (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.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • POLS 299 - Learning into Action


    Credits: (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: None.

Psychology

  
  • PSYC& 100 - General Psychology


    Credits: (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: ENGL 099 with a “C” or higher (or placement into ENGL& 101).
  
  • PSYC 115 - Knowing and Learning


    Credits: (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: ENGL& 101 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • PSYC& 180 - Human Sexuality


    Credits: (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: ENGL 099 with a “C” or higher (or placement into ENGL& 101).
  
  • PSYC& 200 - Lifespan Psychology


    Credits: (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: ENGL& 101 and PSYC& 100 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • PSYC 202 - Biopsychology


    Credits: (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: PSYC& 100 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • PSYC 205 - Social Psychology


    Credits: (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: PSYC& 100 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • PSYC 210 - Learning and Teaching


    Credits: (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: PSYC& 100 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • PSYC& 220 - Abnormal Psychology


    Credits: (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: ENGL& 101 and PSYC& 100 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • PSYC 225 - Personality


    Credits: (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: PSYC& 100 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • PSYC 295 - Psychology Integrative Experience Seminar


    Credits: (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: PSYC& 100 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • PSYC 299 - Learning Into Action


    Credits: (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: PSYC& 100 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • PSYC 412 - Leadership & Organizational Behavior


    Credits: (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.

Quantitative Science

  
  • QSCI 318 - Quantitative Analysis of the Environment


    Credits: (5)
    Applications to environmental and natural resource problems stressing the formulation and interpretation of statistical tests. Course includes random variables, expectations, variance, binomial, hypergeometric, Poisson, normal, chi-square, t and F distributions. ANOVA, and regression analysis included.

    Prerequisite: MATH& 141 with a grade of “C” or higher; and admission to BASEC or department chair permission.
  
  • QSCI 408 - Biometry & Ecological Sampling


    Credits: (5)
    Statistical inquiry of biological data. Experimental design and data analysis. Encouraging students to think critically and quantitatively about how data are collected, analyzed, and interpreted.

    Prerequisite: Admission to BASEC or Department Chair permission.

Read

  
  • READ 090 - Phonics


    Credits: (2)
    Sounds of letters and letter combinations applied to reading and spelling syllables and words.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • READ 096 - Reading Foundations


    Credits: (1-5)
    Instruction and practice in developing basic reading through phonics, vocabulary, and comprehension skills. Course includes individual tutorial and computer-aided instruction. (No computer experience required.)

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • READ 097 - Reading Improvement


    Credits: (1-5)
    Strengthening of reading skills through comprehension and vocabulary strategies. Course activities include classroom, group process, and occasional computer-aided instruction, with practical applications. (No computer experience necessary.)

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • READ 105 - College Vocabulary Skills


    Credits: (3)
    Emphasizes vocabulary-building through advanced use of context clues, roots/affixes, and memory strategies.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • READ 107 - Effective College Reading


    Credits: (1-3)
    For average and better readers to develop strategies to improve comprehension and retention, critical analysis, vocabulary, and reading rate flexibility.

    Prerequisite: None.

Social Science

  
  • SOSC 100 - Global Issues/Social Science


    Credits: (5)
    Social Sciences
    Contemporary global issues such as population, food, energy, human rights, military arms and security, and environment.

    Prerequisite: ENGL 099 with a grade of C or higher, OR placement into ENGL& 101.
  
  • SOSC 110 - Gender Roles & Social Structure


    Credits: (5)
    Social Sciences
    Examines gender roles and socialization process within the social institution of work, family, the labor force, political organizations, religion, education, economics, and the law, with a comparison of cross cultural study of gender role differentiation presenting the historical implication.

    Prerequisite: ENGL 099 with a grade of C or higher, OR placement into ENGL& 101.
  
  • SOSC 190 - Social History of Work


    Credits: (1-3)
    Social Sciences
    This course traces the historical roots of work, working conditions and attitudes towards work, as well as the impact of all these on individuals, families and groups in society, including women, children and ethnic groups.

    Prerequisite: ENGL 099 with a grade of C or higher, OR placement into ENGL& 101.

Sociology

  
  • SOC& 101 - Intro to Sociology: D


    Credits: (5)
    Social Sciences
    An overview of the social structure and the processes of social interaction which contribute to the formation and understanding of human conduct. Includes a survey of basic sociological perspectives and theories, institutions, socialization patterns, stratification, minorities in society, social problems, human environments, social control, and social change processes.

    Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • SOC 112 - Comparative Ethnic Relations


    Credits: (5)
    Social Sciences
    An introductory survey of sociological aspects of minority group situations and relations to the larger society. Provides an in-depth survey of the principal trends in life experiences and histories of the major ethnic communities with emphasis being placed on social economic conditions, political activities, legal positions, and ethnic subcultures of minority groups in the U.S.

    Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • SOC 113 - Sociology of Community Service


    Credits: (5)
    Introduction to the service learning model as a basis for contributing to community support. Provides student experience in educational outreach and development of strategies for initiating change in the community.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • SOC 160 - Substance Use & Abuse


    Credits: (5)
    Comprehensive look at drugs, society, and human behavior. The course will examine the various types of drugs (legal and illegal) and their effects on society and the individual.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • SOC 191 - Psychosocial Issues in Healthcare


    Credits: (5)
    Explores aspects of psychosocial issues in healthcare. Explores societal, cultural and personal attitudes as they impact access to mental health and medical care. Examines healthcare disparities for individuals with mental illness. Explores legal, ethical and safety issues regarding rights of the individual and the community. Applies the nursing process to the care of individuals from wellness to acute and chronic mental illness. Includes substance abuse, disorders of anxiety, mood, bipolar, eating and thought along with related disorders across the lifespan. Identifies treatment approaches, including communication, collaboration and advocacy, by applying knowledge from psychology and related fields. Incorporates concepts of context and environment, knowledge and science, personal and professional development, quality and safety, relationship-centered care and teamwork.

    Prerequisite: NURS 181, 182 with a grade 2.7 (B-) or higher and concurrent enrollment in NURS 191, 192.
  
  • SOC& 201 - Social Problems


    Credits: (5)
    Social Sciences
    A survey of the major contemporary social problems including crime, violence, drug dependency, mental illness, racism, poverty, inequality, breakdowns in the family, education, and quality of life, and the impact of technology. A variety of sociological perspectives and social policies on social problems are reviewed as well as research methods used in analyzing current social problems.

    Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • SOC 204 - Intro to Stratification and Inequality in America: D


    Credits: (5)
    Social Sciences
    Examines the causes and consequences of inequality and social stratification in the United States. The course materials will invite you to think critically about how systems of power and privilege operate with respect to race, gender, sexual orientation, class, disability and age, why valuable resources like income, wealth, health, education and wellbeing are unequally distributed in the United States, and how this inequality is produced and reproduced through the structure of opportunities, differential life chances and social mobility.

    Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • SOC 206 - Sociology of the Family: D


    Credits: (5)
    Social Sciences
    This course will study the nature of the family as a social, cultural, political, and economic institution. It will include perspectives on the changing structure of the family, socialization, sexual expressions, marital communication patterns, divorce patterns, employment, and family relationships, violence in the family, and family health related issues.

    Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • SOC 295 - Sociology Integrative Experience Seminar


    Credits: (2)
    An Integrative Experience emphasizing an interdisciplinary approach to current issues in sociology, including the societal context of sociology and technology, and/or the ethical, political, and cultural aspects of sociology.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • SOC 299 - Learning Into Action


    Credits: (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: None.
  
  • SOC 420 - Career Management and Social Capital


    Credits: (5)
    Social Sciences
    Explore the concept and construct of social capital as it relates to professional and vocational aspirations. Using a structured, transferable approach, students will prepare a portfolio of career development materials such as resumes, biographies, personal branding, marketing plans and effective social media presence. Students will also execute a plan to identify, build and sustain their personal social capital with the objective of securing an internship.

    Prerequisite: Admission to BASAM program and BASAM Director permission.

Spanish

  
  • SPAN 111 - Spanish for Health Care Professionals I


    Credits: (5)
    A brief course in spoken Spanish for health care professionals. The primary emphasis will be on speaking and listening skills. Students will learn to converse and ask questions related to health care in the simple present tense and in the near future. They will also become acquainted with customs and cultural issues related to the Hispanic population and health care.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • SPAN 112 - Spanish for Health Care Professionals II


    Credits: (5)
    A brief course in spoken Spanish for health care professionals. The primary emphasis will be on speaking and listening skills. Students will learn to converse and ask questions related to health care in the past tense. They will also become acquainted with customs and cultural issues related to the Hispanic population and health care.

    Prerequisite: SPAN 111 with a “D” or higher.
  
  • SPAN& 121 - Spanish I: D


    Credits: (5)
    Humanities
    A proficiency-based course in Spanish, which includes pronunciation, fundamentals of grammar, syntax, oral and written exercises, reading and conversation; taught with varied foreign language teaching methods. An appreciation for cultural aspects of Spanish speaking countries is emphasized. Oral practice is encouraged. For students who have not previously studied Spanish or for those who need a refresher course.

    Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 097, or AESL 098, or appropriate test score.
  
  • SPAN& 122 - Spanish II: D


    Credits: (5)
    Humanities
    A continuation of Spanish 121. The vocabulary and grammatical structures are more complicated, and the student begins to master a past tense. Oral comprehension and speaking skills are emphasized through daily practice, as well as the reading and writing exercises. The textbook, workbook, and lab manuals are the same as in Spanish 121.

    Prerequisite: SPAN& 121 with a “C” or higher or one year of High School Spanish with a “C” or higher.
  
  • SPAN& 123 - Spanish III: D


    Credits: (5)
    Humanities
    A continuation of Spanish 122. The grammar is more complicated, and more verb tenses are introduced. Oral comprehension and speaking skills are still emphasized through daily oral practice, as well as reading and writing exercises. The textbook, workbook, and lab manuals are the same as Spanish 121 and 122.

    Prerequisite: SPAN& 122 with a “C” or higher or two years of High School Spanish with a “C” or higher.
  
  • SPAN& 221 - Spanish IV: D


    Credits: (5)
    Humanities
    A communication course in beginning intermediate Spanish. Increases proficiency through review and expansion of skills, grammar, and cultural foundation of the language. Emphasizes oral communication.

    Prerequisite: SPAN& 123 with a “C” or higher or three years of high school Spanish with a “C” or higher.
  
  • SPAN& 222 - Spanish V: D


    Credits: (5)
    Humanities
    Continuation of Spanish 221 with emphasis on understanding and responding orally, sustaining a complex conversation, reading intermediate level Spanish, and constructing grammatically correct sentences.

    Prerequisite: SPAN& 221 with a “C” or higher or instructor permission.
  
  • SPAN& 223 - Spanish VI: D


    Credits: (5)
    Humanities
    Continuation of Spanish 222 with emphasis on expanded vocabulary, continuing practice with all grammatical tenses and structures, continuing complexity of reading and conversation, and understanding of Spanish culture in general.

    Prerequisite: SPAN& 222 with a “C” or higher or instructor permission.
  
  • SPAN 299 - Learning Into Action


    Credits: (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: None.

Tagalog

  
  • TAGA 100 - Introduction to Tagalog Language


    Credits: (3)
    Introduction to the Tagalog language with emphasis on speaking, listening and comprehension of the spoken word.

    Prerequisite: None.

Technical Design

  
  • TECD 103 - Introduction to Computer-Aided Design


    Credits: (3)
    Introduction to computer-aided design (CAD) and graphics technology. Covers the basic techniques and standard practices of two-dimensional CAD work and introduces students to the concepts of digital sketches, 2-D drawing and file management. Culminates with a display of the fundamentals of documentation and presentation for CAD.

    Prerequisite: Strongly recommended - prior to entering this course, students should have mastered the following computer fundamentals: basic commands to operate software programs, directory structure, file management, and be able to use icons and keyboard Strongly recommended - prior to entering this course, students should have mastered the following computer fundamentals: basic commands to operate software programs, directory structure, file management, and be able to use icons and keyboard commands.
  
  • TECD 104 - Basic Computer-Aided Design


    Credits: (3)
    Continuation of TECD 103. Continue the study of computer-aided design (CAD) and graphics technology. Introduction to 3-D modeling practices and more advanced drafting principles. Topics include sketching, basic commands, sketch relations, features, dimensioning, and basic assembly modeling.

    Prerequisite: TECD 103 with a “C-” or instructor permission. Strongly recommended - prior to entering this course, students should have mastered the following computer fundamentals: basic commands to operate software programs, directory structure, file management, and be able to use icons and keyboard commands.
  
  • TECD 105 - Computer-Aided Design III


    Credits: (4)
    This study of 3-D modeling practices includes assemblies and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerances. Explores the more advanced CAD tools to improve workflow. Topics include materials, derived parts, part patterning, constraints and reference geometry.

    Prerequisite: TECD 104 with a “C-” or instructor permission. Strongly recommended - prior to entering this course, students should have mastered the following computer fundamentals: basic commands to operate software programs, directory structure, file management, and be able to use icons and keyboard commands.
  
  • TECD 107 - Computer-Aided Design IV


    Credits: (5)
    Intermediate study of 3-D modeling tools. In depth look at documentation practices for 3-D modeling. Apply techniques and standard practices of technical graphics to communicate design ideas. Topics include drafting, section views, exploded view, rendering and animation basics.

    Prerequisite: TECD 105 with a “C-” or instructor permission.
  
  • TECD 220 - Computer-Aided Design Studio


    Credits: (5)
    Studio seminar utilizing skills gained in the TECD series. Apply CAD modeling and documentation skills to the design, development and presentation of products. Topics include functionality, material and manufacturing limitations, revisions and production concerns. Culminates with a prototype product being developed for chosen trade specialty.

    Prerequisite: TECD 107 with a “C-” or instructor permission.

Veterinary Assistant

  
  • VETA 101 - Introduction to Veterinary Technology


    Credits: (2)
    Introduction to the veterinary assistant profession. Learn about the history of veterinary technology, career opportunities, education requirements and the role and responsibilities of the veterinary assistant as part of the veterinary health team. WA State laws, regulations and medical ethics that govern veterinary operations and their employees will be discussed. Overview of husbandry terms for selected species including breed identification.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • VETA 103 - Veterinary Medical Terminology


    Credits: (2)
    Overview of veterinary-related medical terminology covering terms of anatomical topography, organ systems and disease, nursing records, pharmaceuticals, emergency and surgical procedures, and common patient descriptions.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • VETA 105 - Veterinary Anatomy & Physiology I


    Credits: (2)
    Basic overview of cross species anatomy and physiology as it relates to veterinary science. Covers terminology as it relates to the anatomical topography and function of the basic cell structure of animals, including an overview of skeletal anatomy and physiology. Introduction to all the major animal body systems including the integument and muscular systems, the respiratory and cardiovascular systems, the hemolymphatic, gastrointestinal, endocrine, reproductive, urinary and nervous systems.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • VETA 107 - Veterinary Nursing/Patient Management I


    Credits: (3)
    Learn how to safely and effectively obtain patient data that will allow accurate evaluation of the patient with minimum stress and maximum safety. Introduction to animal restraint, record charting, interview a client, pharmacology, and physical examination. Students will complete a Healthcare Provider CPR certification.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • VETA 108 - Veterinary Nursing/Patient Management II


    Credits: (2)
    Continuation of VETA 107. Continue to practice accurate evaluation of the patient with minimum stress and maximum safety. Introduction to pharmacology, anesthesiology, surgical patient management, including pre-operative techniques, aseptic technique, resuscitation, and physical examination. Students will complete a 7-hour HIV-AIDS certification and work individually and in small groups to develop skills associated with using medical instruments and conducting surgical procedures.

    Prerequisite: VETA 107 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • VETA 109 - Veterinary Math


    Credits: (2)
    Covers the necessary concepts involved in mathematics used in veterinary medicine. Includes dosage calculations, metric conversions, percentages, ratios, medical terminology, medication categories and medical abbreviations. Review the registration for Veterinary Medical Clerk requirements.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • VETA 110 - Veterinary Assistant Practicum I


    Credits: (2)
    Through field trips, visit various veterinary work settings to explore typical work assignments, analyze work climates, expand and observe possible future work opportunities. In the classroom and laboratory, further develop skills and knowledge through hands-on practice of patient management strategies, surgical techniques, and laboratory procedures. Practicum will continue in VETA 113.

    Prerequisite: None.
  
  • VETA 111 - Veterinary Clinical Procedures


    Credits: (4)
    Introduction to veterinary clinical procedures related to parasitology, hematology, urinalysis, and diagnostic imaging. Covers laboratory safety, zoonosis, the role of veterinary assistants in the veterinary clinical laboratory, proper use and care of microscopes, and working individually and in small groups to develop laboratory skills.

    Prerequisite: VETA 103 and VETA 105 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • VETA 112 - Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology II


    Credits: (3)
    Continuation of VETA 105. Students will continue studying animal anatomy and physiology as it relates to selected species including diseases that affect the integument and muscular systems, the respiratory and cardiovascular systems, the hemolymphatic, gastrointestinal, endocrine, reproductive, urinary and nervous systems. Canine, feline, equine and avian anatomy and physiology will be reviewed.

    Prerequisite: VETA 105 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • VETA 113 - Veterinary Assistant Practicum II


    Credits: (2)
    Continuation of VETA 110. Introduction to the handling and care of horses. Focuses on performing basic handling, restraint and nursing skills with an emphasis on equine behavior. Apply principles learned about equine health care. Students will participate in a two-day, off site, workshop led by local equine industry experts.

    Prerequisite: VETA 110 with a “C” or higher.
  
  • VETA 114 - Veterinary Business Essentials


    Credits: (2)
    Learn the business aspects of the veterinary practice as it relates to the role of Veterinary Assistants in the clinic environment. Leadership skills, communication skills, business etiquette, and stress management will be discussed. Covers medical records management, scheduling clients, pet insurance, taking inventory and the basics of financial accounting as it relates to client billing.

    Prerequisite: VETA 101 and VETA 103 with a “C” or higher.
 

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