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2021-2022 Catalog SVC [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Biology |
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BIOL 180 - Native Plants Pacific Northwest
Credits: (3)
The identification, life histories, ethnobotany, ecological relationships, and distributions of endemic ferns, conifers, and flowering plants.
Prerequisite: None.
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BIOL 190 - Life in the Sea
Credits: (3)
Natural Sciences
Introduction to the organisms in the sea with special emphasis on intertidal life of our area. Non-major, general interest. Field trip required.
Prerequisite: None.
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BIOL 199 - Cooperative Education
Credits: (1-15)
Supervised work experience in the field. Includes a weekly seminar. Instructor permission required.
Prerequisite: None.
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BIOL 205 - Marine Biology
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
Introduction to marine organisms and the environment in which they live. Special emphasis is given to the species found in the Pacific Northwest. Field trips may be required. Lab included.
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.
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BIOL 220 - General Physiology
Credits: (5)
Normal functions of animal systems. Emphasis on vertebrate systems and lab investigation. Lab included.
Prerequisite: BIOL& 100, BIOL& 160, or BIOL 211 with a grade of “C” or higher; and either placement into OR co-enrollment in OR completion of a college-level Math course with a grade of “C” or higher. BIOL& 221, BIOL& 222, and BIOL&223 recommended. Lab included.
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BIOL& 221 - Majors Ecology/Evolution
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
Mendelian genetics, evolution, biodiversity of life forms, and ecology. First course of three-quarter series. For students intending to major in the sciences. Lab included.
Prerequisite: Both ENGL& 101 and CHEM& 161 with a grade of “C” or higher (or concurrent enrollment); and either placement into MATH& 141 OR co-enrollment with MATH& 141 OR completion of MATH& 141 with a grade of “C” or higher.
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BIOL& 222 - Majors Cell/Molecular Biology
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
For students intending to major in the sciences. Metabolism and energetics, structure and function of biomolecules, cell structure and function, current applications of biotechnology and molecular biology. Second course of three-quarter series. Lab included.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a grade of “C” or higher; and either placement into MATH& 141 OR co-enrollment with MATH& 141 OR completion of MATH& 141 with a grade of “C” or higher; and CHEM& 161 with a grade of “C” or higher (or concurrent enrollment).
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BIOL& 223 - Majors Organismal Physiology
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
For students intending to major in the sciences. Animal development and physiology, plant development and physiology, including photosynthesis. Final course of three-quarter series. Lab included.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a grade of “C” or higher; and either placement into MATH& 141 OR co-enrollment with MATH& 141 OR completion of MATH& 141 with a grade of “C” or higher; and CHEM& 161 with a grade of “C” or higher (or concurrent enrollment).
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BIOL 224 - Ecology
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
Fundamental ecological principles through basic theory and applications.
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.
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BIOL& 241 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
For pre-nursing and allied health majors. First of a two-quarter series studying the structure and function of the human body. First quarter includes histology, integumentary, skeletal, muscular, special senses and nervous systems. Lab Included.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a grade of “C” or higher; and either BIOL& 211, BIOL& 160, or BIOL&222; all courses with a grade of “C” or higher; and either co-enrollment in OR completion of MATH& 146 or MATH& 141 with a grade of “C” or higher.
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BIOL& 242 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
Continuation of BIOL& 241. In-depth study of the structure and function of the human body; endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, urinary, fluid, electrolyte, digestive, and reproductive systems. Lab included.
Prerequisite: Both ENGL& 101 and BIOL& 241 with a grade of “C” or higher; and either MATH& 146 or MATH& 141 with a grade of “C” or higher.
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BIOL& 260 - Microbiology
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
Practical and elementary theoretical aspects of medical microbiology for students in allied health professions. Lab included.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101; BIOL& 221; BIOL& 222; and BIOL& 223; all courses with a grade of “C” or higher. (Acceptable BIOL& 221, BIOL& 222, and BIOL& 223 substitutes: BIOL& 160 or BIOL& 211 with a grade of “C” or higher); and either placement into MATH& 146 OR co-enrollment with MATH & 146 OR completion of MATH& 146 with a grade of “C” or higher.
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BIOL 295 - Biology Integrative Experience Seminar
Credits: (2)
Intended for science majors. An Integrative Experience emphasizing an interdisciplinary approach to current issues in biology, including the societal context of biology and technology, and/or the ethical, political, and cultural aspects of biology.
Prerequisite: BIOL& 221; or CHEM& 161; or PHYS& 241; or CHEM& 241; or BIOL& 241 with a grade of “C” or higher; and either placement into MATH& 141 OR co-enrollment with MATH& 141 OR completion of MATH& 141 with a grade of “C” or higher.
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BIOL 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.
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Craft Brewing |
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BRW 101 - Culture of Craft Brewing
Credits: (3)
Introduction to sensory perception (taste & smell) as it relates to beer identification and quality, and considerations for food and beverage pairings. Topics include the history of brewing, craft vs. factory industrial models, alcohol & health, overview of the brewing process, ingredients used and beer styles. Includes industry tours and presentations from industry professionals.
Prerequisite: None.
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BRW 103 - Beverage Biochemistry
Credits: (4)
Covers general microbiology and chemistry as it pertains to the production of alcoholic beverages and the brewing of beer. Raw materials/ingredients used in the brewing process will be discussed along with the properties of water, pH, enzymes, proteins, carbohydrates, and other micro-organisms in the brewery regarding their role in brewing. Develop an understanding of the ingredient interactions of biological molecules, particularly as they pertain to fermentation (yeast biology, wild yeasts, yeast production), identification of wort/beer spoilage organisms using microscopy, staining and differential media.
Prerequisite: None.
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BRW 105 - Raw Materials
Credits: (3)
Covers the basic ingredients used in brewing: malted barley (and other adjunct grains), hops, yeast and water. Provides an overview of the role various raw materials play in the production of beer and other food products and the importance of these ingredients in the flavor profiles imparted. Topics include hop varieties, barley types, breeding & selection, growing, harvesting, drying and malting of grains, yeast types, and water properties. Learn about the grain to glass philosophy and how local brewers are incorporating locally sourced raw materials into their craft beverage products.
Prerequisite: None.
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BRW 107 - Wort Production
Credits: (3)
Provides training in the technology/science of wort creation and the brewing skills required to create the final product. Covers each critical factor in wort production from barley choices to mashing, sparging, wort boiling and cooling. Topics include barley, malt, hops, water analysis, brewing adjuncts, milling & mashing, sensory evaluation and how each aspect of the production process impacts the final product. Industry tours to observe the production process are included.
Prerequisite: None.
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BRW 110 - Brewery Operations
Credits: (5)
Employees working in small, craft breweries need to be prepared to handle small equipment problems as they arise (pumps, valves, lights, motors, etc.) Covers essential topics of brewery operations, including brewery equipment and maintenance, tasks required in the brewing process, design/layout of brewery production areas, supply & product control, safety (production lines under pressure), cleaning & sanitation issues, disposal of liquid & solid brewery waste by-products, and storage & distribution systems. Discusses the processing and packaging of finished beer, including the most recent developments in alternative materials (such as plastic bottles) and super-high-speed bottling systems.
Prerequisite: None.
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BRW 120 - Essentials of Quality Assurance/Quality Control
Credits: (3)
Learn the tools and procedures used by breweries worldwide to evaluate beer at every important phase of production. Covers a full range of topics related to Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC)and tools required to create beers of the highest quality and consistency. Differentiate between the principles of QA & QC and the essential components of a quality production system within a brewery. Topics include sensory evaluation, analytical testing, microbiological testing, lab safety and standard practice, practical and usable analytical methods, sampling techniques, QC methods for fermentation and packaged products, and taste panel design and management. Learn how to use PH meters, CO2 volume meters, thermometers, and calibration techniques to maintain temperature consistency.
Prerequisite: None.
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BRW 125 - Flavor Production and Control
Credits: (2)
Introduction to samples of flavor and aromatic compounds associated with the raw materials and the brewing process. Analyze the origins of those compounds, and provides foundational knowledge required to effectively control them. Topics include fermentation characteristics, malting effects, carbonation, flavor production, and beer freshness qualities. Includes training the palate to make informed decisions during the production process for beer. Learn about beers quality attributes such as foam, stability, color, aroma, attenuation, and ability to interpret the reasons why a product deviates from expected performance.
Prerequisite: None.
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BRW 128 - Industry Experience
Credits: (1)
Complete two observation-based industry experiences. Areas of focus include: Brewery Operations, Packaging & Process Technology, Equipment Maintenance, Quality Assurance/Quality Control, and Flavor Production.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission required.
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BRW 130 - Business of Craft Brew
Credits: (4)
Overview of small business start-ups and basic business practices as applied in the brewing industry as well as an introduction to brewery compliance. Topics include the economics of running a brewery, overhead control & pricing, cash management, the selling and distribution process, inventory control, marketing the business, insurance considerations, and hiring/managing employees, licensing and permits, label approval process, taxes, recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the Washington State Liquor & Cannabis Board (WSLCB), the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB), and the Washington State Department of Revenue (DOR).
Prerequisite: None.
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BRW 135 - Tradition and Innovation in Beer Styles
Credits: (2)
Overview of the techniques and technologies used to design and brew the full range of established and emerging beer styles. Topics include styles and sub-categories of beer with an emphasis on methodology used to brew beer that matches the style parameters, while retaining the brewers own artistic interpretation. Learn about the technical side of the development of recipe formulation and creating a style.
Prerequisite: None.
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BRW 160 - Brewery Lab I
Credits: (1)
Apply brewing theory in the brewery lab. Introduces brewing equipment, proper cleaning and sanitizing techniques, cellar work, and the brewing process.
Prerequisite: None.
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BRW 161 - Brewery Lab II
Credits: (2)
Apply brewing theory in the brewery lab. Reviews equipment and basic maintenance, proper cleaning and sanitizing techniques, cellar work, and ways to troubleshoot and adapt the brewing process.
Prerequisite: BRW 160 with a “C” or higher.
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BRW 198 - Brewery Capstone Project
Credits: (2)
Includes a final brewing project in the lab. Students work in small groups to formulate and brew an original recipe, and then market and sell their product to another brewery/restaurant or at Cardinal Craft Brewing.
Prerequisite: BRW 161 with a “C” or higher.
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BRW 199 - Brewery Internship
Credits: (5)
Supervised work experience in the field. Apply skills and knowledge learned in a craft brewery business operation. Students Course includes a weekly classroom seminar.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission required.
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Business Administration |
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BUS& 101 - Intro to Business
Credits: (5)
Social Sciences
An overview of the American business environment including forms of business ownership, management techniques, decision making, marketing and production, human resources, accounting and financial management and the effects of globalization on American business.
Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 097, or AESL 098, or appropriate test score.
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BLDG 101 - Introduction to Building Construction
Credits: (11)
Practical hands-on experience in core construction skills. Includes basic building vocabulary and nomenclature in the safe operation of hand and power tools. Covers construction math applications and exposure to construction trade clusters. Instruction will include OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry Certification and fork lift operation certification.
Prerequisite: None.
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BUS 111 - Business Math
Credits: (5)
Applied mathematics in daily business experiences. Basic mathematics (whole numbers, decimals, fractions, percents, ratios, equations and formulas) applied to business cases. Additional mathematical applications as they relate to banking, (including introductory international/cultural issues) payroll, purchasing, selling, interest, inflation, annuities, stocks, bonds, loans, taxes, insurance, depreciation, financial statements, ratios, metric system, business statistics, financial calculators. Practical mathematical problem solving techniques explored through presentations, discussion, and lab work. This course is non-transferable and for professional/technical students only.
Prerequisite: Recommended - Basic Arithmetic skills including fractions and percentages, Math 095 with a grade of C or higher, or equivalent. Math placement score or instructor permission.
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BUS 112 - Personal Finance
Credits: (5)
Analysis of savings, investments and consumer spending patterns. Personal budgeting, net worth, goal setting, consumer credit, financial institutions, insurance, real estate, stocks, mutual funds, precious metals, taxes, social security, retirement plans and estate planning.
Prerequisite: None.
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BUS 120 - Business Computers and Applications
Credits: (5)
Strategic use of common software applications to support business activity. Use software to create professional documents in Microsoft Word, build effective business presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint, introduction to problem-solving spreadsheet models in Microsoft Excel and introduction to databases with Microsoft Access. Current industry computer topics will be covered; basic web page design, advance spreadsheet modeling, social media, Networking, Management Information Systems and other current topics.
Prerequisite: Basic keyboarding and Computer Skills recommended.
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BUS 122 - Social Media & Digital Marketing
Credits: (5)
The use of social networks, online communities, or other online collaborative media for advertising, marketing, sales, public relations or customer service. Popular online digital technologies will be used to design an effective social media marketing campaign.
Prerequisite: None.
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ACCT 142 - Payroll Procedures
Credits: (3)
Computation of employee earnings, completion of payroll register, completion of individual earnings records, and preparation of various tax forms and reports.
Prerequisite: None.
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ACCT 145 - Small Business Accounting I
Credits: (5)
Learn to analyze and record the business transactions of sole-proprietorship, service businesses in journals and ledgers using double-entry accounting. Complete worksheets, record adjusting and closing entries, and create financial statements as required for a complete accounting cycle. Additional topics include cash control, basic payroll preparation, and partnerships. Not intended for transfer.
Prerequisite: None.
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ACCT 146 - Small Business Accounting II
Credits: (5)
Learn to analyze and record the business transactions of sole-proprietorship, merchandise businesses in general and special journals using double-entry accounting. Complete worksheets, record adjusting and closing entries, and create financial statements as required for a complete accounting cycle. Additional topics include notes payable and notes receivable, bad debt, inventory, and fixed assets. Not intended for transfer.
Prerequisite: ACCT 145 with a “D” or higher.
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ACCT 159 - Governmental Accounting
Credits: (5)
Essentials of accounting for governmental and not-for-profit organizations. Introduction to budgeting, accounting, and reporting systems (BARS).
Prerequisite: OBT 145 and OBT 146 or ACCT& 201 with a “D” or higher.
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BUS 171 - Latino Leadership I
Credits: (2)
Communication, teamwork and leadership skill development as a foundation for an applied project addressing issues of significance to the LatinX community to be planned and implemented in Latino Leadership II and Latino Leadership III.
Prerequisite: None.
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BUS 172 - Latino Leadership II
Credits: (2)
Apply communication, teamwork and leadership skills to plan a service project to address issues of significance to the LatinX community with an emphasis on mentoring and college access. This is the second of a three-class sequence and should be taken with 1 credit of Learning Into Action.
Prerequisite: BUS 171 with a “D” or better.
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BUS 173 - Latino Leadership III
Credits: (2)
Apply communication, teamwork and leadership skills to address issues of significance to the LatinX community with an emphasis on mentoring and college access. This is the third of a three-class sequence and should be taken with 1 credit of Learning Into Action.
Prerequisite: BUS 172 with a “D” or better.
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BUS 180 - Leadership Development & Management Skills: D
Credits: (5)
Identify individual strengths and weakness to build strong business leaders and managers . Leading and managing through times of change, innovation and other challenges. Focuses on communication, relationships, teamwork, collaboration, accountability, motivation, influence, problem solving, goal setting and decision making.
Prerequisite: None.
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BUS 199 - Internship / Cooperative Education
Credits: (1-15)
Supervised work experience in the field providing practical experience in the operations and methods of business. The internship will augment the classroom learning by applying skills and knowledge learned in a real business setting. Students will be supervised by business professionals who are experienced practitioners in the field, and will practice the work skills required to be successful in their chosen field. In partnership with the instructor and the supervisor, students will develop learning objectives to achieve during the internship/work experience.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission required.
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BUS 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& 101 with a “C” or higher.
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BUS& 201 - Business Law
Credits: (5)
Social Sciences
Introductory study of law, analyzing its origins, development and its role in society. The course surveys legal rights and remedies, courts and court procedures, torts, contracts and criminal law. Critical thinking skills are developed by analyzing and writing summaries of court rulings/opinions. Attending one court proceeding is required. Course required for business majors transferring to four-year schools.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a “C” or higher.
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ACCT& 201 - Prin of Accounting I
Credits: (5)
Introduction to financial accounting as an essential part of business decision making. The concepts of asset/liability valuation and reporting, income measurement, inventory systems and the interpretation of financial statements are presented. Required for business majors transferring to 4 year business programs.
Prerequisite: ENGL 099 with a “C” or higher (or placement into ENGL& 101).
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ACCT& 202 - Prin of Accounting II
Credits: (5)
Continuation of ACCT& 201. Business organizations, financing, cash flow analysis and financial statement analysis are presented. Required for business majors transferring to 4 year business programs.
Prerequisite: ACCT& 201 with a “C” or higher.
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ACCT& 203 - Prin of Accounting III
Credits: (5)
Introduction to the use of accounting information in the planning, controlling and decision-making processes of business managers. Job and process costing, cost-volume-profit analysis and budgeting are discussed in detail.
Prerequisite: ACCT& 202 with a “C” or higher or concurrent enrollment.
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BUS 205 - Human Resources Management
Credits: (5)
A comprehensive introduction to the management of human resources in profit and non-profit organizations, including job analysis, workforce planning, employee recruitment, selection, training and development, compensation, benefits, discipline/termination and performance appraisal, as well as human resources law, human resources information systems, employee health and safety, and labor relations.
Prerequisite: None.
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BUS 212 - Investment and Financial Planning II
Credits: (3)
Continuation of BUS 112 for those who have had some investment experience. Stocks, bonds, warrants, options, commodities, investment trusts, real estate, retirement plans, tax shelters and estate planning.
Prerequisite: BUS 112 with a “D” or better.
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BUS 240 - Fundamentals of Marketing
Credits: (5)
Introduction to the marketing of goods and services in a free enterprise system and the role of marketing in society. Topics include the marketing environment, marketing functions in manufacturing, retailing and service industries, market analysis including buyer behavior and market segmentation, marketing mix policies, advertising, pricing and public and legal policies that impact marketing. This course provides a valuable background both for students intending to transfer to 4 year business programs and for business owners wishing to improve their knowledge of marketing practices
Prerequisite: None.
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BUS 241 - Introduction to International Business
Credits: (5)
Social Sciences
An overview of how businesses operate in the global environment including topics on marketing, management, production, human resource management and finance.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a “C” or higher.
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BUS 242 - Professional Selling and Sales Management
Credits: (5)
Introduction to sales process, buying process, relationship selling, prospecting, sales call planning, communication, negotiating, and closing sales as well as how to motivate, compensate, and train sales people. Includes topics in Customer Relationship Management.
Prerequisite: None.
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ACCT 242 - QuickBooks
Credits: (3)
Introduction to the completion of the accounting cycle using QuickBooks Pro accounting software. Includes accounting for customers and vendors, inventory, budgets, and financial reports.
Prerequisite: ACCT 145 or ACCT& 201 with a “D” or higher.
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ACCT 244 - Sage 50
Credits: (3)
Introduction to the completion of the accounting cycle using Sage (formerly Peachtree) accounting software. Includes accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, and financial reports.
Prerequisite: ACCT 145 or ACCT& 201 with a “D” or higher.
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BUS 280 - Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
Credits: (5)
Introduction to developing and starting a business. Develop a business plan which includes marketing, financial, and planning sections of the plan. Use a computer to accomplish the functions involved in a small business including the planning, organizing, and control of a small business.
Prerequisite: None.
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BUS 290 - Leadership Skagit
Credits: (1-17)
Study the issues challenging our region. Explore different locations, industries and resources in Skagit County. Focus on critical topics such as history and sense of place, law and justice, economy and economic development, community services and health, and arts and culture. Meet with local leaders, identify existing resources and learn how to apply leadership skills to current issues in each of these areas. Directly apply leadership skills to choose, plan, and complete a service project in partnership with a local nonprofit agency. Identify individual strengths and weaknesses as a community leader. Learn to lead through times of change, innovation and other challenges. Focus on ethics and stewardship, interpersonal communications, teamwork, group process, equity, diversity, inclusion, conflict resolution, managing change, and public speaking.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission required.
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BUS 292 - Leadership San Juan Islands
Credits: (6)
Learn from local leaders about the issues challenging San Juan County. Explore different locations, industries and resources in the county. Focus on critical topics impacting local government, natural resources and land use planning, economic development, health, education, social services, arts, culture and history. Learn how to apply leadership skills to current issues. Directly apply leadership skills to choose, plan, and complete a service project. Identify individual personality strengths and weaknesses, and learn strategies for working effectively with different people. Topics will include self awareness, ethics and stewardship, interpersonal communications, teamwork, group process, facilitation, equity, diversity, inclusion, conflict resolution, managing change, and public speaking.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission requried.
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BUS 293 - Leadership Whidbey
Credits: (6)
Learn from local leaders about the history and legacies of Whidbey Island and the critical topics and initiatives in local government, ecology, economy, arts, culture, and education. Apply systems thinking, justice, inclusion, and equity to understanding these topics. Gain awareness of leadership frameworks while developing a personal leadership practice. Develop as a leader through self-awareness, values clarification, building on strengths, speaking in public, practicing conflict resolution, and behaviors that build strong teams and engage diverse communities. Directly apply leadership skills to choose, plan, and complete a service project.
Prerequisite: None.
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BUS 295 - Business Integrated Experience Seminar
Credits: (2)
In this integrative experience, students will analyze assigned business cases and current business news stories from multiple perspectives in order to arrive at a fuller understanding of the situations described.
Prerequisite: ECON& 201 or ECON& 202 with a “D” or higher.
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BUS 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.
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BUS 410 - Managerial Professionalism & Readiness
Credits: (5)
Participation in the contemporary workplace focusing on the managerial and interaction skills necessary for success. Apply the materials learned in SOC 420 to professional and business contexts with the objective of securing an internship. Focuses on the interaction requirements driven by technological advancement and increasing workforce diversity.
Prerequisite: Admission to BASAM program and BASAM Director permission.
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BUS 430 - Data Driven Decision Making
Credits: (5)
Presents critical problem-solving methodologies including multi-disciplinary observational and field research, and how data collection methods enhance organizational performance and the ability to use data to make informed decisions. Topics include qualitative and quantitative analysis, and statistical and quality tools. Focuses on the integration of business function knowledge acquired in prior BASAM courses and advances capabilities in PowerPoint, Excel, and data visualization products such as Tableau.
Prerequisite: Admission to BASAM program and BASAM Director permission.
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BUS 450 - Legal Environments in Business
Credits: (5)
Analyze the origins and development of law and its role in society. Survey legal rights and remedies, courts and court procedures, torts, contracts, and criminal law as it relates to the business and managerial world. Critical thinking skills are developed by the required analysis, writing summaries of court rulings and opinions and through an in-depth research paper on current legal issues in business.
Prerequisite: Admission to BASAM program and BASAM Director permission.
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BUS 455 - Healthcare Manager and the Law
Credits: (5)
Analyze the origins and development of law and its role in society as it relates to the healthcare environment. Survey legal rights and remedies, courts and court procedures, torts, contracts, and criminal law. Topics include contracts with equipment vendors, HIPAA and Stark laws, and insurance, working effectively with counsel and creating accurate documentation of situations. Focuses on the use of case studies for contextualization and application.
Prerequisiite: BASAM Director permission.
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BA 999 - Another gened test course
Credits: (5)
Gened test course 8/21/08 abstract
Prerequisite: None.
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Chemistry |
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CHEM& 100 - Preparatory Chemistry
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
Chemistry introduction for those who need background before CHEM& 121. Introduces chemical symbols and nomenclature, equations, states of mater, bonding, energy, and dimensional analysis.
Prerequisite: Either placement into OR co-enrollment in OR completion of a college-level Math course with a grade of “C” or higher.
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CHEM& 105 - Chemical Concepts
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
A survey course for non-science majors. Fundamental concepts of chemistry will include atoms and molecules, states of matter, chemical reactions, and topics of current interest.
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.
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CHEM& 110 - Chemical Concepts with Lab
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
An inquiry-based survey of the basic concepts in chemistry for non-science majors. Topics covered include scientific method, structure of matter, states of matter, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, nuclear chemistry, topics of current interest, and philosophy of science. LAB INCLUDED, lab fee required. DOES NOT SATISFY CHEMISTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR BIOL& 160.
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.
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CHEM& 121 - Intro to Chemistry
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
Introductory course for non-science majors, nursing, and environmental science students. Includes the nature of atoms and molecules, chemical notation, scientific reasoning, and problem solving in the study of the theory and applications of inorganic chemistry. Not recommended for students continuing chemistry beyond CHEM& 131. Lab included.
Prerequisite: ENGL 099 with a grade of “C” or higher (or placement into college-level English); and placement into college-level Math. Students who do not meet the prerequisite should enroll in the IBEST section of the course.
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CHEM& 122 - Introduction to Organic Chemistry
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
Structure and properties of organic compounds: hydrocarbons, alcohols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, esters, amines, amides, and carbohydrates.
Prerequisite: CHEM& 121 with a grade of “C” or higher; and placement into college-level Math.
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CHEM& 123 - Introduction to Biochemistry
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
Lipids, proteins, enzymes, bioenergetics, carbohydrate, lipid, and protein metabolism; biosynthetic pathways; nucleic acids and protein synthesis; chemical communication; body fluids; nutrition; and digestion.
Prerequisite: CHEM& 121 with a grade of “C” or higher; and placement into college-level Math.
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CHEM& 131 - Intro to Organic/Biochemistry
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
One-quarter course of organic chemistry and biochemistry for non-science majors, nursing, and environmental science students. Includes study of structure, nomenclature, and reactions of organic and biological compounds. Applications to living systems. Not recommended for students continuing chemistry beyond CHEM& 131. Lab included.
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; and either CHEM& 121 or CHEM& 161 with a grade of “C” or higher.
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CHEM& 141 - General Chemistry I
Credits: (4)
Natural Sciences
For programs requiring strong backgrounds in chemistry. Scientific method, Atomic theory, quantum theory, periodic relationships, chemical bonding, molecular geometry, stoichiometry, and reactions in aqueous solution.
Prerequisite: ENGL 099 with a grade of “C” or higher (or placement into college-level English); and MATH& 141 with a grade of “C” or higher (or concurrent enrollment); and CHEM& 151 with a grade of “C” or higher (or concurrent enrollment).
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CHEM& 142 - General Chemistry II
Credits: (4)
Natural Sciences
A continuation of CHEM& 141. Properties of solutions, thermodynamics, gases, liquids and solids, entropy and energy, chemical equilibrium.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a grade of “C” or higher (or concurrent enrollment); and MATH& 141 with a grade of “C” or higher (or placement into MATH& 142); and CHEM& 141 with a grade of “C” or higher; and CHEM& 152 with a grade of “C” or higher (or concu
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CHEM& 143 - General Chemistry III
Credits: (4)
Natural Sciences
A continuation of CHEM& 142. Acids and bases, acid-base and solubility equilibria, electrochemistry, kinetics.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101; and MATH& 141; and CHEM& 142; all courses with a grade of “C” or higher; and CHEM& 153 with a grade of “C” or higher (or concurrent enrollment).
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CHEM& 151 - General Chemistry Lab I
Credits: (1)
Natural Sciences
Lab activities to accompany CHEM& 141. Scientific method, Atomic theory, quantum theory, periodic relationships, chemical bonding, molecular geometry, stoichiometry, and reactions in aqueous solution. Lab Fee.
Prerequisite: ENGL 099 with a grade of “C” or higher (or placement into college-level English); and MATH& 141 with a grade of “C” or higher (or concurrent enrollment); and CHEM& 141 with a grade of “C” or higher (or concurrent enrollment).
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CHEM& 153 - General Chem Lab III
Credits: (1)
Natural Sciences
A continuation of CHEM& 152. Acids and bases, acid-base and solubility equilibria, entropy and free energy, electrochemistry.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101; and MATH& 141; and CHEM& 152; all courses with a grade of “C” or higher; and CHEM& 143 with a grade of “C” or higher (or concurrent enrollment).
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CHEM& 161 - General Chem w/Lab I
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
Course Abstract: For programs requiring strong backgrounds in chemistry. Scientific method, Atomic theory, quantum theory, periodic relationships, chemical bonding, molecular geometry, stoichiometry, and reactions in aqueous solution.
Prerequisite: ENGL 099 with a grade of “C” or higher (or placement into college-level English); and MATH& 141 with a grade of “C” or higher (or concurrent enrollment); and either CHEM& 105; OR CHEM& 121; OR high school Chemistry within the past 5 years is CHEM& 105 or 121 or high school chemistry within the past 5 years is strongly recommended.
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CHEM& 162 - General Chem w/Lab II
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
A continuation of CHEM& 161. Properties of solutions, thermodynamics, gases, liquids and solids, entropy and energy, chemical equilibrium.
Prerequisite: ENGL 099 with a grade of “C” or higher (or placement into college-level English); and MATH& 141 with a grade of “C” or higher (or placement into MATH& 142); and CHEM& 161 with a grade of “C” or higher.
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CHEM& 163 - General Chem w/Lab III
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
A continuation of CHEM& 162. Acids and bases, acid-base and solubility equilibria, , electrochemistry, kinetics.
Prerequisite: Both ENGL& 101 and CHEM& 162 with a grade of “C” or higher.
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CHEM 199 - Cooperative Education
Credits: (1-15)
Supervised work experience in the field. Includes a weekly seminar. Instructor permission required.
Prerequisite: None.
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CHEM& 241 - Organic Chem I
Credits: (4)
Natural Sciences
For students majoring in chemistry or biology, or pursuing graduate degrees in medicine or pharmacy. Acid base chemistry, alkanes, stereochemistry, mechanisms, substitution reactions, alkene preparation and reactions, alkyne preparation and reactions.
Prerequisite: CHEM& 163 with a grade of “C” or higher (or concurrent enrollment).
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CHEM& 242 - Organic Chem II
Credits: (4)
Natural Sciences
A continuation of CHEM& 241. For students majoring in chemistry or biology, or pursuing graduate degrees in medicine or pharmacy. Radical reactions, infrared and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, preparation and reactions of alcohols, ethers, and epoxides, conjugated systems and pericyclic reactions, aromaticity and aromatic substitution reactions.
Prerequisite: Both CHEM& 163 and CHEM& 241 with a grade of “C” or higher.
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CHEM& 243 - Organic Chem III
Credits: (3)
Natural Sciences
A continuation of CHEM& 242. For students majoring in chemistry or biology, or pursuing graduate degrees in medicine or pharmacy. Preparation and reactions of aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and their derivatives, and amines, alpha carbon chemistry, and synthetic polymers.
Prerequisite: CHEM& 242 with a grade of “C” or higher.
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CHEM& 251 - Organic Chem Lab I
Credits: (2)
Natural Sciences
Techniques of organic chemistry, including reactions, separations, syntheses, and spectroscopy.
Prerequisite: CHEM& 242 with a grade of “C” or higher (or concurrent enrollment).
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CHEM& 252 - Organic Chem Lab II
Credits: (2)
Natural Sciences
A continuation of CHEM& 251
Prerequisite: Both CHEM& 242 and CHEM& 251 with a grade of “C” or higher.
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CHEM 295 - Chemistry Integrative Experience Seminar
Credits: (2)
An Integrative Experience emphasizing an interdisciplinary approach to current issues in chemistry, including the societal context of chemistry and technology, and/or the ethical, political, and cultural aspects of chemistry.
Prerequisite: None.
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CHEM 299 - Learning into Action
Credits: (1-15)
Student develops and completes curriculum-related independent project that 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.
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CHEM 301 - Chemistry for Environmental Conservation
Credits: (5.5)
For the Bachelor of Applied Science Environmental Conservation program. Reactions in aqueous solution, equilibrium, acids and bases, acid-base and solubility equilibria, and electrochemistry. Lab included.
Prerequisite: CHEM& 121 with a grade of “C” or higher.
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College & Career Success Skills |
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CSS 100 - College Success Skills I
Credits: (1-3)
Learning skills necessary to achieve success in college courses. Topics include time management, note taking, reading comprehension, memory enhancement, test taking techniques, and locating resources.
Prerequisite: None.
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CSS 101 - College Success Skills II
Credits: (2)
Review and expansion of skills learned in College Success Skills I. Study of critical thinking and its application to reading, writing, verbal expression, and the media.
Prerequisite: None.
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CSS 102 - College Success Skills III: Future Tense
Credits: (2)
An overview of information and skills helpful in successfully completing a Bachelor’s degree; college selection, applications, selecting a major, financing college tuition, understanding degree requirements and coping with change.
Prerequisite: None.
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CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience
Credits: (2)
An orientation to college life and specific resources to succeed in attaining educational goals. Topics include: identifying interests and occupational choices, engaging in “”college knowledge”” and planning for financing college costs and a degree timeline.
Prerequisite: None.
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CSS 104 - College Success Skills for Online Learning
Credits: (1-3)
This course is designed to introduce students who are new to online learning to the tools and skills they will need to be successful when enrolling in online courses, as well as the habits that lead to successful online learning.
Prerequisite: None.
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CSS 106 - Fast Track for Success
Credits: (2)
Designed for new students, this course will address the learning skills necessary to achieve success in college. Topics include: time management, note taking, memory enhancement, test-taking techniques, and locating college and community resources. Additionally, this course examines values, skills, interests, career paths, and educational goals.
Prerequisite: None.
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CSS 107 - Career Exploration
Credits: (2)
Students will look at values, skills, interests, and goals; identify occupational resources; explore the world of work; and develop a plan for action.
Prerequisite: None.
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CSS 109 - First Quarter Experience- Career emphasis
Credits: (3)
Develop skills necessary to navigate SVC and to find a viable career pathway. Topics include locating campus resources, creating an academic plan of classes, planning for financing college costs, as well as personality types, Interests and values as they relate to choosing a career pathway.
Prerequisite: None.
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CSS 110 - College Orientation and Success
Credits: (4)
Skills necessary to navigate SVC and to achieve success in college level courses. Topics include time management, note-taking, reading comprehension, memory enhancement, test-taking techniques, locating campus resources, identifying interests and occupational choices, creating an academic plan of classes, and planning for financing college costs.MEETS FQE requirement for degree seeking students
Prerequisite: None.
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