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Early Childhood Education |
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ECED& 190 - Observation and Assessment
Credits: (3)
Collect and record observation of and assessment data in order to plan for and support the child, the family, the group and the community. Practice reflection techniques, summarizing conclusions and communicating findings.
Prerequisite: EDUC& 115 with a grade of D or higher.
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ECED 199 - Cooperative Education
Credits: (1-15)
Supervised work experience in the field. Includes a weekly seminar.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission required.
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ECED 201 - Art, Music, and Movement for Children
Credits: (4)
Practical ways to plan, select and prepare art, music, and movement experiences for young children (birth to 8 years). Student will work or volunteer 2 hours a week in an early learning setting.
Prerequisite: EDUC& 115 with a grade of D or higher.
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ECED 202 - Math and Science Learning for Children
Credits: (4)
Focuses on math and science learning for children aged birth to 8 years. Explores the process of planning, selecting and preparing materials and experiences for young children. Student will work or volunteer 2 hours a week in an early learning classroom.
Prerequisite: EDUC& 115 with a grade of D or higher.
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ECED 203 - Essentials of Child Development Associate Credential (CDA): Health & Safety
Credits: (3)
The first of three courses in preparation for the Child Development Associates Credential (CDA). Examines how to establish and maintain a safe and healthy learning environment for young children.
Prerequisite: None.
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ECED 204 - Essentials of Child Development Associate Credential (CDA): Child Development
Credits: (3)
Continuation of ECED 203. Examines positive ways to support children’s social and emotional development and intellectual competence. Topics include communication, creativity, self-esteem, social and cognitive development. Explores typical and atypical development patterns for young children.
Prerequisite: ECED 203 with a “D” or higher.
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ECED 205 - Essentials of CDA: Working with Families, Program Management and Ethics.
Credits: (3)
Continuation of ECED 203 and 204. Examines working with families, program management and professionalism.
Prerequisite: ECED 203 and ECED 204 with a “D” or higher.
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ECED 206 - Essentials of the Child Development Associates Credential (CDA): Resource File
Credits: (3)
Child Development Associates (CDA) resource file documentation of the required skills and knowledge to become a professional teacher of young children. Students who have completed the educational requirements for the CDA will be provided with information to help them apply, understand, define, and clarify the requirements established by the CDA National Credentialing program for center or home based settings. May be taken in conjunction with one of the other CDA courses.
Prerequisite: ECED 203, ECED 204, or ECED 205 with a “D” or higher.
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ECED 211 - Equity in Education: D
Credits: (3)
Examination of historical and institutional oppression and how these systems of oppression operate in educational settings. Focuses on how teachers can interrupt this oppression and create more equitable classrooms for all students.
Prerequisite: None.
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ECED 223 - Practicum & Seminar
Credits: (1-4)
Practical application of education coursework in the Birth-3rd Grade classroom setting. Attend a weekly seminar and work with children in a public or private school setting under the direct supervision of a Bachelor’s level staff member or teacher. Experiences will include supporting and assisting in instructional and other services to children, youth and their families.
Prerequisite: Department chair permission.
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ECED 241 - Bridges Module I
Credits: (1)
Administration and management of early childhood education and child care programs in both the public and private sector. ECED 241, 242, and 243 combined are equivalent to ECED& 139.
Prerequisite: Must take ECED 241, 242, and 243 to equal ECED& 139.
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ECED 242 - Bridges Module II
Credits: (1)
Administration and management of early childhood education and child care programs in both the public and private sector. ECED 241, 242, and 243 combined are equivalent to ECED& 139.
Prerequisite: Must take ECED 241, 242, and 243 to equal ECED& 139.
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ECED 243 - Bridges Module III
Credits: (1)
Administration and management of early childhood education and child care programs in both the public and private sector. ECED 241, 242, and 243 combined are equivalent to ECED& 139.
Prerequisite: Must take ECED 241, 242, and 243 combined to equal ECED& 139.
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Earth Sciences |
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ASTR& 100 - Survey of Astronomy
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
Astronomy for non-scientists with topics including birth and death of stars, workings of the solar system, Big Bang, quasars, pulsars, black holes, and the search for extraterrestrial life.
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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ASTR& 101 - Intro to Astronomy
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
A survey of astronomy including the solar system, stellar evolution, galactic structure, and cosmology. Emphasis on recent discoveries, historical and cultural impact of astronomy, application of physical science to astronomical observations, and stargazing. 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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EASC 102 - Meteorology
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
A survey of atmospheric science, emphasizing weather observation and global viewpoint. Forecasting, weather map interpretation, physics and chemistry of the atmosphere, and optics. The interaction between human activity and the atmosphere is stressed. 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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EASC 110 - Energy and Society
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
An exploration of the scientific basis for our conventional energy resources (fossil fuels, nuclear, hydro) and for renewable/sustainable energy resources (solar, wind, biomass etc.). Surveys the political, social, economic and environmental context of how our culture uses energy and the barriers to large-scale renewable energy implementation. 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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EASC 111 - Matter and Energy in Earth Science
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
Hands-on (i.e. lab-based) exploration of Earth sciences developing understanding of the interactions of matter and energy in Earth processes such as rock formation, plate tectonics, earthquakes and volcanism. The inquiry also develops tools to understand how Earth has changed over geologic time-scales. Lab included. This course is open to all students and is strongly recommended for the Associate in Education and Early Childhood Education degrees, and is a highly desired science course for students pursuing Woodring College of Education’s ECE or Elementary Ed. programs at WWU. The suggested sequence is PHYS 111 followed by 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.
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EASC 120 - Climate Change & Climate Solutions
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
An exploration of the Earths changing global climate system and of solutions. We will review the atmospheric, oceanic, solid Earth, biological and extraterrestrial controls on climate and examine climate forecast scenarios in the context of societal and environmental impacts. Strategies for reducing emissions and reversing carbon dioxide buildup will be a focus. 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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EASC 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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GEOL& 100 - Survey of Earth Science
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
Introduction to the scientific study of the earth and space. Intended for non-scientists. Basic physics and chemistry applied to the earth and solar system. Emphasis on the evolution of the Pacific Northwest, including a survey of geologic, oceanographic, meterologic, and astronomic processes that contributed to its development. Field trips may be required; however, the online course does not include field trips.
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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GEOL& 101 - Intro Physical Geology
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
A survey of physical systems that give the Earth its structure. Emphasis on internal and surface processes, and applying physical sciences to explain Earth composition, forms, and past. 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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GEOL& 110 - Environmental Geology
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
Study of the interaction of humans and geological processes. Analysis of geologic hazards (volcanism, slope failure, earthquakes, flooding) and resource management (ores, water, energy resources, waste disposal). GEOL& 100 or 101 recommended. 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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GEOL& 208 - Geology of Pacific NW
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
Field trips, hands-on examples, on-line resources, maps, and current topics are used to explore the geological processes that produced the landscapes, resources, and hazards seen today in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and British Columbia. GEOL& 100, 101, 110, EASC 111, or OCEA& 101 recommended but NO PRIOR GEOLOGY COURSEWORK REQUIRED. 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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GEOL 295 - Geology Integrative Experience Seminar
Credits: (2)
An Integrative Experience emphasizing an interdisciplinary approach to current issues in geology, including the societal context of geology and technology, and/or the ethical, political, and cultural aspects of geology.
Prerequisite: None.
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OCEA& 101 - Intro to Oceanography
Credits: (5)
Natural Sciences
A survey of the extent and nature of the oceans including the contributions of the solid Earth, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere to their physical structure, chemical composition, and functioning. 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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Economics |
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ECON 101 - Introduction to Economics
Credits: (5)
Social Sciences
Introduction to the basic principles of economics for the non-major. Areas covered include scarcity and choice, incentives, supply and demand, economic growth, unemployment, inflation, the role of government, and utility maximization (as it relates to the human pursuit of happiness and satisfaction).
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a grade of C or higher.
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ECON 104 - Introduction to Economic Geography
Credits: (5)
Social Sciences
An analysis of the impact of depletable and renewable natural resources on the economic development of regional and world economies. Topics of discussion include pollution, conservation, environmental valuation, market failure and environmental policies to remedy misallocations of resources.
Prerequisite: ENGL 099 with a “C” or higher (or placement into ENGL& 101).
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ECON 150 - Consumer Economics
Credits: (5)
Social Sciences
Designed for students who desire a general overview of economic principles as they relate to personal finance. Supply and demand, inflation, money and banking, interest, savings, investments, credit, estate planning and other consumer-related topics are presented. Not recommended for business majors.
Prerequisite: None.
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ECON& 201 - Micro Economics
Credits: (5)
Social Sciences
A comprehensive introduction to the functions of the market system including allocation of scarce resources, production of goods and services, determination of prices, output and profit maximization in competitive and monopolistic markets. Required for business majors planning to transfer to 4 year business programs.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 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.
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ECON& 202 - Macro Economics
Credits: (5)
Social Sciences
A comprehensive introduction to the structure of the American economy as compared to other economic structures, supply and demand, GDP, inflation, monetary policy, money and banking, taxation, economic growth, international exchange and comparisons of classical, Keynesian and monetarist economic philosophies are presented. Required for business majors planning to transfer to 4-year business programs.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 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.
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ECON 299 - Learning Into Action
Credits: (1-15)
Provides business students with the opportunity to design and perform a curriculum related, independent project which develops business skills and explores career options. An LIA project may take a variety of forms such as an internship with a local business, travel abroad, original research or other projects as approved by the LIA coordinator. Faculty sponsorship is required. Students with 45 transferable college credits are eligible to participate in an LIA.
Prerequisite: None.
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ECON 310 - Economics for Managers
Credits: (5)
Investigate how fundamental economic concepts such as demand and supply, market structure, tradeoffs and external costs guide managerial decisions. Debate the role of government in managing the economy and research how interactions between political and economic choices impact consumer and organizational choices.
Prerequisite: Admission to BASAM program and BASAM Director permission.
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Education |
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EDUC 101 - Paraeducator Basics
Credits: (3)
Introduction to roles and responsibilities of the Paraeducator in the K-12 educational system. Explore techniques supporting instruction, professional and ethical practices, positive and safe learning environments, effective communication, and teamwork. Student will work or volunteer 2 hours each week in a K-12 setting.
Prerequisite: None.
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EDUC& 115 - Child Development
Credits: (5)
Social Sciences
Build foundation for explaining how children develop in all domains, conception through early adolescence. Explore various developmental theories, methods for documenting growth, and impact of brain development. Topics addressed: stress, trauma, culture, race, gender identity, socioeconomic status, family status, language, and health issues.
Prerequisite: None.
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EDUC& 122 - Child Development II
Credits: (5)
Social Sciences
Survey of the development of children from middle childhood through adolescence. Includes social, emotional, physical, motor, intellectual, moral and language characteristics. History, philosophy and theories of development applied to current educational settings.
Prerequisite: EDUC& 115 or department chair permission.
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EDUC& 130 - Guiding Behavior
Credits: (3)
Examine the principles and theories for creating safe learning environments. Develop skills that promote effective interactions and provide positive individual guidance. Student will spend two hours a week working or volunteering in a P-12 classroom.
Prerequisite: None.
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EDUC& 136 - School Age Care
Credits: (3)
Develop skills to provide developmentally appropriate and culturally relevant activities/care for children ages 5-12 in a variety of settings. Student will spend two hours each week working or volunteering in a school-age care facility.
Prerequisite: None.
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EDUC& 150 - Child, Family, and Community
Credits: (3)
Integrate the family and community contexts in which a child develops. Explore cultures and demographics of families in society, community resources, strategies for involving families in the education of their child, and tools for effective communication.
Prerequisite: None.
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EDUC& 202 - Intro to Education
Credits: (5)
Social Sciences
Introduction to the history, philosophy, principles, learning theories, issues, and trends of education. Includes observations of educational models and exploration of career paths.
Prerequisite: None.
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EDUC& 203 - Exceptional Child
Credits: (3)
Introduction to the categories of special needs and the rules and regulations concerning special education and related services. Overview of the issues and techniques, current trends, and classroom approaches for maximizing the development of children with special needs.
Prerequisite: CSS 103 with a grade of D or higher or concurrent enrollment.
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EDUC 211 - Diversity in Education: D
Credits: (3)
Overview of diversity in education including culture, ethnicity, family structure, socio-economics and educational philosophy.
Prerequisite: None.
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EDUC 223 - Practicum and Seminar
Credits: (1-5)
Practical application of education coursework in the K-3 classroom setting. Attend a weekly seminar and work with children in a public or private school setting under the direct supervision of a certified/licensed staff member or teacher. Experiences will include supporting and assisting in instructional and other services to children, youth and their families.
Prerequisite: Department chair permission.
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EDUC 246 - Working with Bilingual Children
Credits: (3)
Focuses on effectively meeting the learning needs of children whose first language is not English. Student will work or volunteer two hours each week in a classroom with multilingual learners.
Prerequisite: None.
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EDUC 260 - Instructional Technology
Credits: (3)
Interactive hands-on approach to learning different software programs for use in educational technology and its application in today’s classroom. Emphasis is on utilizing TS GOLD to assess and document developmental growth and learning.
Prerequisite: None.
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EDUC 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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Engineering |
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ENGR 100 - Engineering Orientation
Credits: (2)
Introduction to the engineering disciplines and career paths. Specific topics include plans of study for an engineering major, academic study strategies for engineering courses, degree and transfer options, and engineering ethics.
Prerequisite: None.
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ENGR& 104 - Introduction to Engineering and Design
Credits: (5)
Introduction to the engineering profession and the elements of engineering design and communication through a project-based approach which stresses the design process, creative and analytic thinking, and teamwork.
Prerequisite: ENGL 097 with a grade of C or higher; and MATH 098 with a grade of C or higher (or placement into MATH 099).
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ENGR& 114 - Engineering Graphics
Credits: (5)
Methods of depicting three-dimensional objects and communicating design information. Emphasis is on using parametric solid modeling software as a design tool and freehand sketching to develop visualization skills. This course is intended to satisfy the transfer requirements for an engineering graphics course.
Prerequisite: MATH 098 with a grade of C or higher (or placement into MATH 099).
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ENGR 120 - Introduction to Engineering II: Computational Design and Analysis
Credits: (5)
Second course in the Introduction to Engineering sequence. Includes an introduction to computational tools for engineering, mathematics, and science. Students are introduced to MATLAB, software application for technical computing. Topics include functions, file input/output, graphical analysis, statistical analysis, basic script programming. Students develop knowledge and skills through designing and building MATLAB projects.
Prerequisite: MATH& 142 or instructor permission
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ENGR 199 - Cooperative Education Experience
Credits: (1-15)
Work experience related to career interests in the field. Instructor permission required.
Prerequisite: None.
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ENGR& 214 - Statics
Credits: (5)
The fundamentals of Newtonian equilibrium mechanics using vector notation. Equilibrium of particles and rigid bodes, structural analysis, internal forces, friction, center of gravity and centroids, and moments of inertia.
Prerequisite: MATH& 151 with a grade of C or higher (or concurrent enrollment); and PHYS& 241 with a grade of C or higher (or concurrent enrollment).
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ENGR& 215 - Dynamics
Credits: (5)
Kinematics of particles, systems of particles, and rigid bodies; moving reference frames; kinetics of particles, systems of particles, and rigid bodies; equilibrium, energy, linear momentum, angular momentum, Euler equations, and special problems (e.g., central force motion, vibration).
Prerequisite: ENGR& 214 with a grade of C or higher; and MATH& 151 with a grade of C or higher (or concurrent enrollment); and PHYS& 241 with a grade of C or higher (or concurrent enrollment).
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ENGR 216 - Integrated CAD Design
Credits: (5)
CAD based analysis for engineering design focused on the application of motion, finite element analysis and CAD simulations to the engineering design process. Emphasis on communication of physical parameters and mechanical properties of designs in a virtual prototype environment.
Prerequisite: ENGR& 114 with a grade of C- or higher.
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ENGR& 224 - Thermodynamics
Credits: (5)
Introduction to the basic principles of thermodynamics, from a predominately macroscopic point of view. Development of the basic laws of thermodynamics, together with their illustration by application to energy transformations and state changes in engineering problems. Individual and group design projects. History of and contributions by various cultures to thermodynamics.
Prerequisite: MATH& 152 with a grade of C or higher (or concurrent enrollment); and PHYS& 242 with a grade of C or higher (or concurrent enrollment).
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ENGR& 225 - Mechanics of Materials
Credits: (5)
Introduction to the concepts of stress, deformation, and strain in solid materials. Development of basic relationships between loads on structural and machine elements such as rods, shafts, and beams, and the stresses, deflections, and load-carrying capacity of these elements under tension, compression, torsion, bending and shear forces, or combinations thereof. Individual and group design projects. History of and cultural contributions to the mechanics of materials.
Prerequisite: ENGR& 214 with a grade of C or higher; and MATH& 152 with a grade of C or higher (or concurrent enrollment); and PHYS& 242 with a grade of C or higher (or concurrent enrollment).
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ENGR 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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English |
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ENGL 092 - Basic Writing Foundation
Credits: (1-10)
Introduction to expressing ideas on paper and understanding basic grammar. (Variable credit, 1-10)
Prerequisite: None.
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ENGL 095 - Transitional Reading and Writing
Credits: (1-10)
Examine habits, attitudes, and thought processes that lead to academic and professional success. Improve academic confidence through building critical thinking, writing, and reading skills, as well as digital literacy.
Prerequisite: CASAS Reading GOALS score of 217-227 or Accuplacer NextGen Reading Score 200-226.
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ENGL 096 - English Foundations
Credits: (1-5)
This course covers grammar, reading, writing, and communication skills that help guarantee students will be successful in their college-level English classes.
Prerequisite: Either ENGL 095 or CCB 095 or ELA 095 with a “C” or higher (or CASAS Reading score 228-242 or Accuplacer NextGen Reading score 227-236).
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ENGL 097 - College Prep English
Credits: (1-10)
Improve academic skills and confidence through mastering critical thinking, writing, and reading skills. Identify and implement habits, attitudes, and thought processes that lead to academic and professional success.
Prerequisite: ENGL 096 with a “D” or higher (or placement into ENGL 097).
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ENGL 098 - Integrated Reading and Writing
Credits: (10)
Students will develop reading and writing skills needed for success in college level courses through integrated assignments and intensive practice.
Prerequisite: None.
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ENGL 099 - Basic Composition
Credits: (5)
The study of fundamentals of grammar, syntax, and composition leading to the construction of effective sentences, paragraphs, and essays.
Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 97, or AESL 98, or appropriate test score and concurrent enrollment or completion of CSS 103.
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ENGL& 101 - English Composition I
Credits: (5)
The study of fundamental writing skills and varied writing strategies leading to the planning, organizing, writing, and revising of academic essays.
Prerequisite: ENGL 099 with a grade of C or higher (or placement into ENGL& 101).
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ENGL& 102 - Composition II
Credits: (5)
The planning, researching, and writing of a substantial academic paper based on a clearly stated thesis and using a variety of scholarly sources.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a grade of C or higher.
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ENGL 103 - Advanced Composition
Credits: (5)
The advanced study of and practice in writing within academic contexts. Includes the planning, researching, writing, and revising of academic essays and the integration of appropriate scholarly sources.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a “C” or higher.
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ENGL& 111 - Introduction to Literature: D
Credits: (5)
Humanities
Course focuses on the process of reading, analyzing, and writing critical responses to a variety of literary texts from at least three different genres, with emphasis on cultural context.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a grade of C or higher.
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ENGL& 112 - Intro to Fiction: D
Credits: (5)
Humanities
The study of the formal strategies of novels and shorter fictional works. Course includes written and oral analysis of selected works.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a grade of C or higher.
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ENGL& 113 - Intro to Poetry: D
Credits: (5)
Humanities
The study of the formal strategies of poetry. Course includes written and oral analysis of selected works.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a grade of C or higher.
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ENGL 115 - Introduction to Film: D
Credits: (5)
Humanities
A survey of the history of film and the development of cinematic technique. Course includes written and oral analysis of selected works.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a “C” or higher.
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ENGL 120 - Introduction to Children’s Literature
Credits: (5)
Humanities
An exploration of literature written for children including fairytales, picture books, myths, poetry and fiction for preschool and school age children and adolescents. Readings will include works from cultures from throughout the world.
Prerequisite: None.
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ENGL 170 - Professional and Technical Communication
Credits: (3)
English 170 is the study of fundamental composition skills and writing strategies commonly used in employment situations. By the end of the quarter, students will have written and revised a number of writing assignments, including but not limited to memoranda, letters of inquiry and response, summaries, technical descriptions, instructions, and business proposals.
Prerequisite: ENGL 099 with a “C” or higher (or placement into ENGL& 101).
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ENGL& 220 - Intro to Shakespeare
Credits: (5)
Humanities
An introductory survey course that explores the plays of William Shakespeare from literary and historical perspectives.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a grade of C or higher.
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ENGL& 235 - Technical Writing
Credits: (5)
Introduction to and practice in planning, researching, and writing clear and concise technical reports of at least 1,250 words, progress reports, proposals, letters of applications and transmittal, and resumes.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a grade of C or higher.
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ENGL& 236 - Creative Writing I
Credits: (5)
Humanities
Helps to develop skills in writing fiction, creative nonfiction, or poetry (emphasis to be determined by instructor). Students will read and discuss works by professional authors, compose original works, and participate in peer workshops.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a grade of C or higher.
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ENGL 239 - Introduction to U.S. Latino Literature: D
Credits: (5)
Humanities
This course focuses on the reading, analyzing, and writing critical responses to literary works by U.S. Latinos, with an emphasis on writers of Mexican descent. Particular attention will be paid to the roles that history and culture play in the formation of works of fiction, poetry, non-fiction and drama. Knowledge of Spanish is not required.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a “C” or higher.
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ENGL 250 - Introduction to American Literature: D
Credits: (5)
Humanities
This course introduces analysis and interpretation of a diverse selection of works of American literature from several major movements and time periods, with an emphasis on interpreting the works in cultural context.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a “C” or higher.
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ENGL& 254 - World Literature I
Credits: (5)
Humanities
A study of literary tradition and techniques outside of America, including literature in translation. May be organized around specific genres, themes, regions or time periods. Includes written and oral analysis of different genres, including fiction, nonfiction, drama, and poetry.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a grade of C or higher.
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ENGL 261 - Integrative Seminar
Credits: (1)
Students explore the ways in which the culture of a particular time and place influences and is influenced by the literature of that time and place.
Prerequisite: None.
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ENGL 283 - British Literature 19th and 20th Centuries: D
Credits: (5)
Humanities
Course introduces analysis and interpretation of 19th and 20th century British literature in cultural context.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 with a “C” or higher.
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ENGL 295 - English Integrative Experience Seminar
Credits: (2)
An Integrative Experience emphasizing an interdisciplinary approach to current issues in English, including the societal context of English and technology, and/or the ethical, political, and cultural aspects of English.
Prerequisite: None.
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ENGL 299 - Learning into Action
Credits: (3)
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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ENGL 324 - Advanced Writing in Science
Credits: (5)
Focuses on the skills necessary to write in the natural sciences. Problems common to all technical writing will be discussed. Develop effective ways to describe equipment, processes and procedures; to classify, analyze, and present information; explain principles, laws, and concepts. Intensive peer review is a strong component. The course includes a significant research component.
Prerequisite: Admission to BASEC or Department Chair permission.
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English for Academic Purposes (EAP) |
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EAP 050 - Connect I: Reading and Writing
Credits: (9)
An intensive course for English language learners with an emphasis on sentence structure, academic vocabulary development, grammar skills, and reading strategies that will prepare students for EAP 60.
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test score or instructor permission.
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EAP 055 - Connect I: Listening and Speaking
Credits: (9)
An intensive course for English language learners with an emphasis on communication skills that will prepare students for EAP 65.
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test score; or instructor permission.
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EAP 060 - Connect II: Reading and Writing
Credits: (9)
An intensive course for English language learners with an emphasis on paragraph structure, academic vocabulary development, grammar skills, and reading strategies that will prepare students for EAP 70.
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test score; B- (80%) or higher in EAP 50; or instructor permission.
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EAP 065 - Connect II: Listening and Speaking
Credits: (9)
An intensive course for English language learners with an emphasis on communication skills that will prepare students for EAP 75.
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test score; B- (80%) or higher in EAP 55; or instructor permission.
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EAP 070 - Connect III: Reading and Writing
Credits: (9)
An intensive course for English language learners with an emphasis on basic essay structure, academic vocabulary development, grammar skills, and reading strategies that will prepare students for EAP 97.
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test score; B- (80%) or higher in EAP 60; or instructor permission.
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EAP 075 - Connect III: Listening and Speaking
Credits: (9)
An intensive course for English language learners with an emphasis on communication skills that will prepare students for EAP 105.
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test score; B- (80%) or higher in EAP 65; or instructor permission.
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EAP 097 - Bridge I: Composition
Credits: (5)
A semi-intensive course for English language learners with an emphasis on academic composition and grammar skills that will prepare students for EAP 98.
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test score; B- (80%) or higher in EAP 70; or instructor permission.
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EAP 098 - Bridge II: Composition
Credits: (5)
A semi-intensive course for English language learners with an emphasis on academic composition and grammar skills that will prepares students for English 99.
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test score; B- (80%) or higher in EAP 97; or instructor permission.
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EAP 103 - Bridge II: Academic Reading
Credits: (5)
A semi-intensive reading support course for English Language Learners in the EAP Bridge Program who are taking a linked 100 level or higher non-EAP reading-intensive course.
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test score; B- (80%) or higher in EAP 97; or instructor permission.
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EAP 105 - Bridge I: Communication Skills
Credits: (5)
A semi-intensive course for English language learners with an emphasis on communication skills that will prepare degree-seeking students for future 100 level and higher courses.
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test score; B- (80%) or higher in EAP 75; or instructor permission.
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English Language Acquisition |
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CCB 010 - CCB Orientation
Credits: (1-3)
A learner-focused course designed to orient students to the College and Career Bridge/High School Completion program and other resources and services; to appraise students’ current abilities, characteristics, backgrounds, and interests; and to help students set long-term and short-term goals and create a plan of action to meet those goals.
Prerequisite: None.
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CCB 011 - I-BEST Orientation
Credits: (1-5)
A learner-focused course designed to orient students to the I-BEST and Professional/Technical certificate and degree programs; resources and services; to appraise students’ current abilities, characteristics, backgrounds, and interests; and to help students set long-term and short-term goals and create a plan of action to meet those goals.
Prerequisite; none.
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CCB 020 - CCB Special Topics
Credits: (1-10)
Special topics related to high school equivalency preparation and/or college and career transition. May include contextualized content along with improvement in or application of reading, writing, or math skills.
Prerequisite:none.
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CCB 022 - CCB General Instruction
Credits: (1-10)
Improve basic skills in reading, writing, and/or math toward completion of high school equivalency and/or preparation for entry into college coursework. Course work may be contextualize in social science, science, or humanities topics.
Prerequisite: none.
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CCB 024 - CCB Computer Basics
Credits: (3)
Introduction to basic computer skills for CCB or High School Completion students who are novice computer users. Through a hands-on approach, understand common computer terms, develop navigation skills with the keyboard and mouse, manage electronic files, send and receive e-mail, locate information on the World Wide Web, and explore e-learning tools. Basic reading and writing will be taught in the context of using a personal computer.
Prerequisite: none.
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CCB 025 - CCB Digital Literacy
Credits: (3)
This course covers skills and knowledge needed to effectively use technology for college and career success.
Prerequisite: None.
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CCB 031 - CCB Literacy and Math I
Credits: (1-16)
First in a series of three courses in which students improve critical thinking, reading, writing, oral communication, and math skills to prepare for entry into high school completion and/or transition to college or employment.
Prerequisite: None.
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