GHC Quarterly Class Schedule - Spring 2020

Prerequisite: ACCT 113.

Introduction to accounting for partnerships and corporations. Valuation of receivables, inventories and plant equipment. Recording of notes and bonds. Preparation of a cash flow statement. 5 lecture hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisites: ACCT 113 or ACCT& 201; CIS 102 or instructor permission.

Introduction to computer applications in an accounting environment. Students will analyze transactions, enter data into a computerized accounting system and prepare various financial reports. Included are integrated general ledgers, accounts receivable and payable, depreciation, inventory and payroll systems. 2 lecture hour; 2 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisites: ACCT& 201 or ACCT 114.

This course continues the study of financial accounting theory through the application of the basic concepts and principles of the partnerships and corporation form of business organization. Includes the study of liabilities, time value of money, statement of cash flow, additional financial reporting issues and the analysis and interpretation of financial statements. 5 lecture hours. Satisfies specified elective requirement for the AA degree.

Prerequisite: ACCT& 202.

A study of accounting information and its application and uses within the business organization. Includes the study of manufacturing operations with emphasis on determination, behavior and control of costs, cost-volume-profit analysis, budgeting and responsibility accounting, and management decision making for pricing, capital expenditures and short-run analysis. 5 lecture hours. Satisfies specified elective requirement for the AA degree.

Students complete the CASAS ABE assessment in Reading and Math (see page 27 for placement scores). During intake they identify short and long term goals and are placed into the appropiate Adult Basic Skills (ABE) course. This course does not meet any degree requirements.

This course introduces the student to the role of case management in substance use disorder treatment. Models of case management and the varying roles of the professional are examined. The student will learn approved methods of managing client record documentation, information gathering, processes, treatment planning and interfacing with community agencies. hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

This course will cover the appropriate interaction between chemical dependency professionals and consumers of Substance Use Disorder(SUD).Ethical principles will be applied in a SUD Treatment context, and relevant WACs will be covered. Course meets the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) requirement for CDP Credential. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

The course will cover the interaction of Substance Use Disorder treatment facilities and the various elements of the judicial syste. A primary focus will be the legal responsibility of individual chemical dependency professionals in the State of WA. 2 lecture hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisite: READ 090 or placement in college level reading.

This course presents a comprehensive systems approach to the study of selected roots, prefixes, and suffixes; principles of word building; study of diagnostic, operative, and symptomatic terms of the various systems of the body. There is an emphasis on accurate spelling and pronunciation of all medical terms. Study includes common medical abbreviations, selected eponyms, clinical laboratory procedures and radiology procedures with associated terminology for each body system. 5 lecture hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Recommended Preparation: ENGL 095 or placement in ENGL& 101.

Survey of the fields which make up anthropology: physical anthropology, archeology, ethnology, social anthropology, with an exploration of both ancient and modern societies. 5 lecture hours. Satisfies social science distribution area C requirement or specified elective for the AA degree.

Prerequisite: ENGL 095 or placement in ENGL& 101, or instructor permission.

Introduction to the concepts, techniques, and processes of drawing, including line, shape, value, texture, and composition. Emphasis on observational drawing of the environment, still-life, and the draped and undraped human form, representation, and contemporary pratice. Introduction to the basic drawing materials including charcoal, graphite, pastels, and ink. Develop drawing skills and personal expression through studio projects, lectures, and critiques. 4 lecture hours; 2 studio hours. Satisfies humanities distribution area A requirement or specified elective for the AA degree.

Prerequisite: ART 101

Continued application of concepts, techniques, and processes of drawing, including line, shape, value, texture, and composition. Emphasis on observational drawing of the environment, still-life, and the draped and undraped human form, representation, and contemporary practice. Expanded investigation of drawing materials and surfaces. Expand drawing skills and personal expression through lectures, critiques, and self-curated projects. 4 lecture hours; 2 studio hours. Satisfies specified elective requirement for the AA degree.

Prerequisite: ART 102.

Develop a cohesive body of work that investigates a focused material or conceptual direction. In depth consideration of subject. Compose an artist statement and biography. Build a digital portfolio. 4 lecture hours; 2 studio hours. Satisfies specified elective requirement for the AA degree.

Recommended Preparation: ENGL& 101. Prerequisites: ART 101 or ART 104.

Introduces concepts and techniques of three-dimensional design. Explores various approaches to constructing three-dimensional forms and the effects of color on three-dimensional structures. Analysis of form, expression, and social impact of three-dimensional design in a variety of applications including industrial design, architecture, and environmental planning. 4 lecture hours; 2 studio hours. Satisfies specified elective requirement for the AA degree.

Prerequisites: ART 101 or instructor permission.

Introduction to the medium of paint. Develop skill in paint handling, color mixing, and various painting behaviors to form expressive compositions. Emphasis on painting from life, representation, and contemporary practice. 4 lecture hours; 2 studio hours. Satisfies specified elective requirement for the AA degree.

Prerequisite: ART 251.

Investigation of the medium of paint. Expand skill in paint handling, color mixing, and various painting behaviors to form expressive compositions. Emphasis on painting from life, representation, and contemporary practice. Develop a coherent body of work. 4 lecture hours; 2 studio hours. Satisfies specified elective requirement for the AA degree.

Recommended Preparation: ENGL& 101. Prerequisites: ENGL 095 or placement in ENGL& 101; or instructor permission.

A study of the basic elements of visual form and their application to the variety and richness of art. Major examples of two- and three-dimensional art will be discussed. Art from around the world, including architecture, design, painting, photography, and sculpture will be examined as the expression of philosophical and social traditions, historical events and contemporary movements. Satisfies humanities distribution area A requirement or specified elective for the AA degree.

Prerequisite: MATH 098 or placement in college level math.

This course provides an introduction to the universe beyond the Earth. The course begins with a study of the night sky and the history of astronomy. The course then explores the various objects seen in the cosmos beginning with a study of the solar system followed by stars, galaxies, and the evolution of the universe itself. 5 lecture hours. Satisfies science distribution area E requirement or specified elective for the AA degree.

Prerequisites: Placement in MATH 060, ENGL 060 and READ 080; and instructor permission.

This course is an advanced study of the fuel management systems presently used in current emission, fuel economy and performance requirements of the modern automobile. The course includes an in-depth study of fuel injection systems used on domestic and foreign vehicles. Included in the class will be identification of components, on car diagnosis, replacement of components. Utilization of modern test equipment such as scanners and analyzers will be stressed. 8 lecture hours; 16 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisites: Placement in MATH 060, ENGL 060 and READ 080; and instructor permission.

This course is an advanced study of the equipment that is used in diagnosing the modern automobile. This course will include the use of diagnostic equipment such as, current industry engine analyzers, lab scopes, scanners, multi-gas analyzers and various meters and sensor testers. A study of the principles of refrigeration, and the heating and air conditioning systems currently used by the automotive industry including manual, semiautomatic, and automatic systems. The course will include details of the electrical control circuits for the compressor, blower, and coolant fan(s). The description, purpose and function of air conditioning system components are explained in this course, and service and repair procedures will be presented and practiced by the student. Safety procedures for handling R-12 and 134-A are discussed. 8 lecture hours; 16 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisite: Instructor permission.

Students participate in on-the-job training as volunteers or for pay. Students achieve specific learning objectives based on job-related conferences, faculty work-site visitations, and other appropriate assignments. 5-25 hours per week. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisites: Admission into the BAS-FRM Program or Instructor permission.

One of the most important courses for professional development, the internship is the pathway to integrate the students in the professional life with hands-on experience in companies and/or institutions that accept interns for training. Engaging in real-world work, the students will have the chance to exercise their knowledge in the field and contribute to the operation of an agency or company. This course can be taken in more than one occasion to achieve the number of hours required to completion. BAS-FRM degree course.

Prerequisites: Admission into the BAS-FRM Program or Instructor permission.

This course exposes the students to the different professional outcomes that can be achieved with a Forest Management degree. Students will explore some of the most common contemporary issues in land management in the state of Washington and how professionals in the field deal with those issues. Some topics to be discussed and analyzed are: controlled burn/wildfire management, park and recreation, forest legislation and its applications, non-timber forest products and wildlife management, new technologies for natural resource management, amongst other potential subjects.

Prerequisites: Admission into the BAS-FRM Program or Instructor permission.

Prerequisites: ENGL& 235 with a "C" or better; MATH& 107 or higher with a "C" or better; or instructor permission.

This is an intermediate level class for foresters and resource managers in issues and responsibilities relating to transportation systems. Students will study road types, standards and design procedures. These include understanding of basic soil engineering, route surveying, reconnaissance and office design programs. Specialized topics will include drainage structures design and installation, erosion control techniques and methods, and material stockpiles. Administrative activities covered in the class include road costing, rules , regulations, permits and road maintenance plans. Field labs will involve practical applications of the topics covered along with the understanding and practice of associated permitting processes. This class is not intended to replace the need for engineered designs or structures when appropriate. 3 Theory hours, 4 guided practice hours. BAS-FRM degree course.

Prerequisites: ENGL& 235 with a "C" or better; MATH& 107 or higher with a "C" or better; or instructor permission.

Prerequisites: Completion of NR 101 with a "C" or better. Admission to the BAS-FRM program.

This course introduces students to the biological and sociological factors that shape the forest around the world and how different nations manage forest resources. Students will analyze forest policies, operations, and cultural practices around the world as comparative tool for critical thinking and policy-making, as well as basis for the international trade of forest products. The history of forestry in society will also be used to observe the events that led to the current state of forestry in the world.

Prerequisites: Completion of NR 101 with a "C" or better. Admission to the BAS-FRM program.

Prerequisites: Admission to the BAS-FRM Program.

In this course, students will participate within natural resources field in a hands-on application where they will synthesize knowledge and skills to create or construct a desired project outcome for a project. Projects will be either produced by a team or by an individual, culminating in a presentation and report. BAS-FRM degree course.

Prerequisite: Admission to the BASOM program or instructor permission; successful completion of MATH& 146: Introduction to Statisti cs with a "C" or better.

This course illustrates research design issues related to the social sciences including types of studies, sampling, data collection techniques, research ethics, and report writing. Students will utilize data analysis and presentation strategies including measures of central tendency and parametric testing (e.g., t-test, ANOVA, Pearson Correlation) to present research information and justify management decisions. 5 lecture hours. BASOM program core course.

Prerequisite: Admission to the BASOM program or instructor permission.

This course identifies emerging technologies and their impact as drivers of change on organizational and team effectiveness and innovation. Students will select and utilize technology tools for content management, project management, collaboration and communication. Students will incorporate group development theories and technology tools to increase traditional team and virtual team performance. 5 lecture hours. BASOM program core course.

Prerequisites: Admission to the BASOM program or instructor permission; successful completion of both ENGL& 101: English Composition I and MATH& 146: Introduction to Statistics with a "C" or better.

Students will develop the basic tools, knowledge and skills necessary for successful project management. All phases of the project management process, including: initiating, planning, executing, controlling and closing will be assessed. Areas of leadership, communication and budgeting in relation to project management will also be critiqued. 5 lecture hours. BASOM program core course.

Prerequisites: Successful completion of all 300-level BASM coursework (BASM, SOC, ENGL) and all prerequisite courses with a "C" or better; cumulative G.P.A. of 2.5 in all degree required courses.

Professional Ethics and Social Responsibility analyzes the ethical responsibilities of managers and leaders within organizations. Students will assess difficult ethical conflicts and dilemmas and originate plausible frameworks for addressing those conflicts. The course will engage students in the critical evaluation of managerial and leadership ethics. 5 lecture hours. BASOM program core course.

Students will determine and manage planned and unplanned change by reviewing and evaluating change strategies, initiating change; gaining commitment; overcoming resistance; and maintaining momentum of work groups and organizations within both the internal and external environment. 5 lecture hours. BASOM program core course.

Prerequisites: Successful completion of all 300-level BASM coursework (BASM, SOC, ENGL) and all prerequisite courses with a "C" or better; cumulative G.P.A. of 2.5 in all degree required courses.

Students will further integrate course work with the world they live in. Students will to link theory and practices, as well as gain exposure to the interdisciplinary nature of management work. Students will work with their advisor to develop their Capstone Project, which will consist of an internship, service learning and/or a special in-depth project. Students will reflect on their observations and evaluate what they have learned. 5 lecture hours. BASOM program core course.

Prerequisite: Admission to the BAS-TE program.

The third practicum complements the third quarter in the BASTE program. As students explore assessment for learning, reading methods, and science methods, the practicum placement gives students an opportunity to connect this material with field observations. The three BASTE practicum courses will incorporate opportunities for students to reflect on the practicum experiences, including the implications for supporting English language learners.

Prerequisite: Admission to the BAS-TE program.

This course is designed to guide candidates in working with students to build the interrelationships among science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), and society by applying fundamental concepts related to core disciplinary ideas (earth and space science, the life sciences, physical sciences, and engineering design), and to assist candidates in promoting the scientific abilities of all children as they acquire new knowledge through the use of Crosscutting Concepts and Science and Engineering Practices in Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Candidates will apply learning by developing lesson plans and curriculum units that align instruction and assessment with learning goals, identify a range of developmentally, culturally, and linguistically appropriate instructional strategies, and incorporate methods that elicit student voice (e.g., including reflection related to learning targets, metacognitive strategies, and effective use of resources). This course will include opportunities to reflect on practicum observation.

Prerequisites: Completion of BAST 380 "Educational Psychology" and BAST 493 "Practicum 3-Diverse Populations" with a "B-" or better.

Explore the concepts of social structure, behavior, and environment relative to vulnerable, special, and minority populations. Topics will include race, ethnicity, gender, class, sexuality, disability, and age. 3 lecture hours. BAS-TE degree course.

Prerequisite: Completion of BAST 380 "Educational Psychology" with a "B-" or better.

Develop skills for working with children from abusive and/or neglectful home environments, including potential behavioral consequences of abuse or neglect and corresponding intervention strategies. Using theory, research, and practice, students will understand, recognize, and assess child abuse and neglect issues. 2 lecture hours. BAS-TE degree course.

Prerequisite: Admission to the BAS-TE program.

This course is designed to extend candidates? understanding of the processes, purposes, and practical aspects of teaching reading. Topics include: reading and writing as developmental processes; the inter-relationships of reading, writing, listening and speaking the role of metacognition; interrelationship between first and second language and literacy acquisition; constructing meaning from culturally relevant literary and expository texts; selecting reading assessment tools to match instructional purposes; understanding variability in reading grade levels among children and within a child across the essential components of reading; and instructional interventions for individuals and flexible groups. Emphasis will be on developing strategy lessons that encompass the major components of reading (awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension) to use with students. Students will develop lesson plans and curriculum units that align instruction and assessment with learning goals, identify a range of developmentally, culturally, and linguistically appropriate instructional strategies, and incorporate methods that elicit student voice (including reflection related to learning targets, metacognitive strategies, effective use of resources).

Prerequisite: Admission to the BAS-TE program.

Using state and national curriculum standards, grade level expectations and teaching frameworks as tools, participants will explore principles of sound assessment. Participants will design and implement a variety of assessment strategies aimed at monitoring and improving learning. Participants will reflect on potential linguistic and cultural biases within different assessment strategies. Participants will also examine Washington?s evaluation requirements, criteria, four-tiered performance rating system, and the preferred instructional frameworks used to describe the evaluation criteria. This course will include opportunities to reflect on practicum observation.

Prerequisite: Admission to the BAS-TE program.

Examine educational law and the constitutional, statutory, and common law principles, and appellate court cases directly affecting school systems in the United States. Topics will include the legal framework for school systems, the rights and responsibilities of teachers and students, school discipline and due process, negligence and defamation, education of students with disabilities, discrimination and harassment, tort liability, and religion in the schools. 5 lecture hours. BAS-TE degree course.

Prerequisite: Admission to the BAS-TE program.

Candidates will continue their placement in a school internship related to their desired endorsement(s) where they will have ongoing opportunities to practice and develop skills related to teaching, with a particular focus on strategies aimed at supporting English language learners. Your concurrent BASTE courses will incorporate opportunities for you to reflect on your student teaching experiences, including strategies for supporting English language learners. Candidates will analyze their own profile of strengths and challenges as a professional educator.

Prerequisite: Admission to the BAS-TE program.

Designed to help candidates transition to employment; includes development of professional growth plan.

Prerequisites: ENGL 095 or placement in ENGL& 101 and concurrent enrollment in Biol& 100 Lab.

This is an introductory biology course intended for non-majors and will not serve as prerequisite for other biology courses. The course deals with the process of science, evolutionary concepts, and modern applications in biology and bioethics. 4 lecture hours; 2 lab hours. Satisfies science or lab requirement area A distribution or specified elective for the AA degree.

Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in BIOL& 100 Lecture.

Recommended Preparation: READ 090 or placement in college level reading. Prerequisites: ENGL 095 or placement in ENGL& 101 and MAT H 097 or placement in MATH 098 or higher; concurrent enrollment in BIOL& 160 Lab.

"An introduction to the processes and principles that are common to all living things. The course has a strong emphasis on molecular and cellular biology, including: chemistry of life, cell structure and function, Mendelian genetics, and evolutionary theory as a mechamism for the diversity of life that exists on this planet. This course is intended for, but not limited to, continuing on in biology or the health sciences and is a pre-requisite for human anatomy & physiology (BIOL&241/242). 4 theory hours; 2 guided practice hours. Satisfies science or lab requirement area A distribution or specified elective for the AA degree.

Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in BIOL& 160 Lecture.

Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in BIOL& 211.

The second course in a three-quarter sequence for students intending to take advanced courses in the biological sciences or to enroll in pre-professional health programs. The course covers principles of evolution, diversity, and ecology. 4 lecture hours; 3 lab hours. Satisfies specified elective requirement for the AA degree.

Prerequisites: Grade of "C" or better in BIOL& 160 or BIOL& 211(Majors Cellular) within the last 5 years and a grade of "C" or bett er in BIOL& 241 within the last 5 years and concurrent enrollment in BIOL& 242 Lab.

A continued study of the structure and function of the human body. The following systems are studied: the cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, urinary, water balance, pH, and reproductive. 4 lecture hours; 3 lab hours. Satisfies specified elective requirement for the AA degree.

Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in BIOL& 242 Lecture.

Prerequisites: Grade of "C" or better in BIOL& 100 or BIOL& 160 or BIOL& 211 (Majors Cellular) or instructor permission.

Basic microbiological concepts and techniques. The role of microorganisms in health and disease. 4 lecture hours; 4 lab hours. Satisfies science or lab requirement area A distribution or specified elective for the AA degree.

Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in BIOL& 260 Lecture.

Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or better in MATH 070, placement in MATH 097 or instructor permission.

Review of basic arithmetic and algebraic fundamentals and their application to typical business problems. A practical mathematical approach to business problems, such as cash and trade discounts, commissions, simple and compound interest, markups and markdowns, net present values and future value, finance charges, loan and mortgage payment, various taxes and type of insurance will be employed. 5 lecture hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisite: Instructor permission.

This course involves supervised field-based experience for freshmen asa practicum for full-time job preparation. Students work in an office or other business environment five to twenty-five hours per week. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisite: READ 090; ENGL 095; MATH 070; ACCT 113 or ACCT 201, or instructor permission.

A study of small business covering reasons for success and failure and a practical approach on how to start a small business and continue successfully. 5 lecture hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisite: BA 124 and instructor permission.

This course involves supervised field-based experience for sophomores as a practicum for full-time job preparation. Students work in an office or other business environment five to twenty-five hours per week. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AAdegree.

Prerequisites: MATH 060, READ 080 or instructor permission.

A broad introduction to Human Resources Management (HRM.) HRM is the implementation of organizational behavior knowledge to effectively manage people at work. Specific topics include legal issues, job analysis, recruiting and selection, performance appraisal, compensation, benefits, training and development, and career planning. 5 lecture hours. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisites: Math 060 and READ 080 or instructor permission.

Introduction to Business is a general course designed to provide an understanding of how the American business system operates and its place in the economy. The course provides background for more effective and better use of business services in personal affairs as well as foundation for future courses in various business programs. 5 lecture hours. Satisfies specified elective requirement for the AA degree.

Prerequisite: READ 080 or instructor permission.

A study of the United States legal system, institutions and processes. Principles of the law of contracts, sales, property, negotiable instruments, secured transactions, agency and business organizations. Includes legal reasoning. 5 lecture hours. Satisfies specified elective requirement for the AA degree.

Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in BTECH 100 lab.

This is a basic computer literacy course designed to provide a beginning level of competency in using personal computers as productivity tools. Hardware and software components will be introduced. Students will learn the purpose and uses of operating systems and word processing with Word. This course is graded Pass/Fail. 1 theory hour; 2 guided practice hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in CIS 100 Lecture.

This course is designed to teach students the touch system in using the computer keyboard. 4 guided practice hours. Vocational course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Recommended Preparation: BTECH 100 and BTECH 101 or concurrent enrollment. Prerequisite: READ 080.

This course introduces Microsoft Office Suite and emphasizes hands on experience. Students will work with various applications including electronic spreadsheets, word processing and presentation software. 2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in BTECH 102 Lecture.

Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or better in MATH 060, or instructor permission.

Students will learn the touch system on electronic calculators using special time-saving functions to solve math applications. Proficiency in speed and accuracy of the 10-key pad is emphasized. 3 lecture hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisite: CIS 101 or keyboarding ability.

This individualized program builds keyboarding skills with a computer program that focuses on technique, speed, and accuracy through planned drill and practice exercises. 4 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisite: BTECH 124.

This individualized program builds keyboarding skills with a computer program that focuses on technique, speed, and accuracy through planned drill and practice exercises. 4 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisite: BTECH 125.

This individualized program builds keyboarding skills with a computer program that focuses on technique, speed, and accuracy through planned drill and practice exercises. 4 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisites: CIS 102 with a grade of "C" or better or instructor permission.

This course provides thorough coverage of text editing and formatting using word processing software. Tables, columns, styles, graphics, merge operations, and basic web design are covered. 4 lecture hours; 2 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisites: MATH 070; BTECH 102 with a grade of "C" or better or instructor permission.

This course teaches electronic spreadsheet capabilities in realistic private or business related problems. The course emphasizes the skills necessary to create, modify and print a worksheet and includes the use of functions, graphics, data lists, and other enhancements. 4 lecture hours; 2 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisite: AHLTH 150 and BTECH 132 or instructor permission.

This course is designed for medical office technology students and allied health professionals seeking to gain greater proficiency in medical coding. The course includes hands-on coding in ICD diagnostic coding, CPT Level I procedural coding and HCPCS Level II coding, covering a wide variety of medical specialties. 2 lecture hours; 2 lab hours.

Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or higher in both MATH 070 and CIS 102, or instructor permission.

This course is a study of the principles of filing classification, storage, retrieval, and management of paper and electronic business records. Introduction to database software with hands-on practice in the maintenance and management of computerized databases. 5 lecture hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisite: BTECH 113 and BA 140 or instructor permission.

This is a finishing course for students taking the office technology curriculum. Instruction and practice of office standards, routines, and procedures are given. Telephone/FAX usage, mail processing, email, communication, and human relations skills are included. 5 lecture hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or better in BTECH 131, BTECH 140 and BTECH 150 or instructor permission.

This course is designed for the advanced student. It covers production jobs that would be expected of a secretary in an executive capacity utilizing integrated software packages. 4 lecture hours; 2 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisites: Placement in MATH 060, ENGL 060 and READ 080; and instructor permission.

A lecture-lab course to provide an introduction to safe work practices, work ethics, basic tool use, and carpentry concepts. Students may participate in the construction of a home or a working jobsite. 8 lecture hours; 16 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisite: Completion of CARP 121 with a grade of "C" or better and instructor permission.

A lecture-lab course to build upon the skills learned in CARP 121. Training increases skills and expands tasks learned in CARP 121. Students may participate in the construction of a home on a working jobsite. 8 lecture hours; 16 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisite: Completion of CARP 122 with a grade of "C" or better and instructor permission.

A lecture-lab course to build upon the skills learned in CARP 122. Training increases skills and expands tasks learned in CARP 122. Students may participate in the construction of a home on a working jobsite. Tasks are completed to industry standards. 8 lecture hours;16 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisite: Completion of CARP 123 with a grade of "C" or better and instructor permission.

A lecture-lab course to build upon the skills learned in CARP 121-123.Training increases skills and expands tasks learned in CARP 121-123. Students may participate in the construction of a home or a working jobsite. Tasks completed to industry standards and increase in complexity. 8 lecture hours;16 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisite: Completion of CARP 221 with a grade of "C" or better and instructor permission.

A lecture-lab course to build upon the skills learned in CARP 121-221.Training increases skills and expands tasks learned in CARP 121-221. Students may participate in the construction of a home on a working jobsite. Tasks completed to industry standards and increase in complexity. Problem solving is emphasized. Leadership opportunities are presented. 8 lecture hourse;16 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisite: Completion of CARP 222 with a grade of "C" or better and instructor permission.

A lecture-lab course to build upon the carpentry skills learned in CARP 121-222. Training increases skills and expands tasks learned in CARP 121-222. Students may participate in the construction of a home on a working jobsite. Tasks are completed to industry standards and increase in complexity. Problem solving is emphasized. Leadership opportunities are presented. Course includes a capstone exam to ensure retention of competency in previous Carpentry Technology program topics. 8 lecture hours; 16 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in MATH 097 or placement in MATH 098. Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in CHEM& 121 Lab .

A survey of general chemical principles, including elements and compounds, atomic structure and periodic properties, chemical reactions, energy, equilibrium and kinetics, solutions, acids and bases, and nuclear chemistry. This course is intended for allied health and natural resources majors, as well as those students pursuing an AA degree. It also serves as the prerequisite for CHEM& 161 for students who have not completed one year of high school chemistry. This course, with CHEM& 131, constitutes a terminal sequence in chemistry and does not prepare a student for a second year of chemistry. 4 lecture hours; 2 lab hours. Students may not receive credit for both CHEM&110 and CHEM&121. Satisfies science or lab requirement area B distribution or specified elective for the AA degree.

Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in CHEM& 121 Lecture.

Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in CHEM& 121 or instructor p ermission. Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in CHEM& 131 La b.

A continuation of CHEM& 121. A survey of organic and biochemistry including hydrocarbons, alcohols, aldehydes and ketones, acids and their derivatives, carbohydrates, proteins, nucleic acids, lipids and metabolism. This course does not prepare a student for a second year of chemistry. 4 lecture hours; 2 lab hours. Satisfies science or lab requirement area B distribution or specified elective for the AA degree.

Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in CHEM& 131 Lecture.

Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in both CHEM& 161 and MATH& 141 (or placement in MATH& 142). Corequisite: Concurrent enro llment in CHEM& 162 Lab.

A continuation of general chemistry including bonding and molecular structure, states of matter, solutions, kinetics, equilibria, and acids and bases. Laboratory work includes elementary quantitative analysis. 4 lecture hours; 4 lab hours. Satisfies specified elective requirement for the AA degree.

Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in CHEM& 162 Lecture.

Prerequisites: A grade of "C-" or better in CHEM& 162.

A continuation of general chemistry including equilibrium in aqueous solutions, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, periodic properties of the elements, complexes, nuclear chemistry, and an introduction to industrial and organic chemistry. Laboratory work includes qualitative analysis. 4 lecture hours; 4 lab hours. Satisfies specified elective requirements for the AA degree.

Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in CHEM& 163 Lecture.

Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in CHEM& 262

This course is a continuation of CHEM&262 for students desiring three quarters of organic chemistry. Topics covered include FMO theory, nonclassical carbonations, heterocycles, rearrangements, amino acids, lipids, carbohydrates, proteins and nucleic acids. 3 lecture hours. Satisfies specified elective requirements for the AA degree.

Place in READ 80 or must have a CASAS score of 220 or higher. Have a valid Washington State driver's license. Must have/provide: 1 ) clean/clear DMV 5-year abstract; 2) DOT physical; meet requirements of FMSCR, sections 391.41 abd 391.49; 3) obtain CDL Instructio n Permit from Washington State DMV. Students must pass a Pre-Employment UA test prior to being able to register for this class. Conc urrent enrollment in CTM 127, 150, and 185 is required. All CTM courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.

Students are introduced to transportation careers with an emphasis on commercial truck driving, including: classroom instruction in FMCSR rules and regulations; mechanical overview of tractors and trailers; safety; defensive driving; FMCSR log book rules; trip planning; managing life on the road; and communication are stressed. This course is designed to teach the students the basic skills and knowledge to successfully operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle in interstate commerce.

Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in CTM 101 or instructor permission.

Students gain knowledge and skills in the areas including, but not limited to, safety, tractor/trailer equipment, control systems, pre-trip inspections, coupling/uncoupling, straight backing, off-set backing (parallel), 90 degree sight-sided backing, and other maneuvers as determined.

Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in CTM 101 or instructor permission. All CTM core courses must be completed with a grade of " C" or better.

Students will gain knowledge and skills in the areas including, but not limited to, safety, spatial awareness, visual search, putting the vehicle in motion, shifting gears, cornering, uphill/downhill techniques and stopping; rural driving; hazard perception; and city driving. Extreme driving conditions will be discussed.

Prerequisite: ENGL 095 or placement in ENGL& 101, or instructor permission.

Introduces students to the fundamentals of interpersonal communication theory. Emphasizes key functions of communication, self-concept, perception, conversation skills, relationship development, maintenance, and disengagement, self-disclosure, assertiveness, and conflict management strategies. 5 lecture hours. Satisfies humanities distribution area F requirement or specified elective for the AA degree.

Prerequisite: ENGL 095 or placement in ENGL& 101, or instructor permission.

Presents the principles of effective oral communication including organization, content development, delivery, and stress management. A functional approach to effective speaking with practical application in informative, impromptu, and persuasive speeches. 5 lecture hours. Satisfies humanities distribution area F requirement or specified elective for the AA degree.

Prerequisite: Instructor permission.

The course provides supervised work experience at a local radio or television station for students interested in pursuing careers in broadcasting, especially those who plan to transfer to four-year institutions in pursuit of such career goals. Variable hours. Satisfies general elective requirement for the AA degree.

Prerequisites: BA 104 or MATH& 107 or higher; or instructor permission.

Elements of information processing systems are covered with emphasis on design, development and management of computer-based information systems. Extensive use of online activities will be utilized. The course looks at how a modern organization collects, distributes, organizes and manages information. The approach will be sociotechnical, i.e. both technical and behavioral considerations will be examined. 5 lecture hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Recommended Preparation: ENGL 095 or placement in ENGL& 101; READ 090 or placement in college level reading or instructor permissio n.

A survey of the historical development of the criminal justice system to present-day practices. This course studies the development of the police, courts and correctional agencies in meeting the demands society has placed on them. Students will explore career opportunities at the federal, state and local levels. 5 lecture hours. Satisfies specified elective requirement for the AA degree.

Recommended Preparation: ENGL 095 or placement in ENGL& 101; READ 090 or placement in college level reading or instructor permissio n.

An in-depth look at the basic duties and functions of police officers and correctional officers in cities and counties throughout the nation. Students will examine the responsibilities of the police and corrections from violator contact and arrest, through the court process. Discussions will focus on police encounters with the public, and the methods used by correctional officers in their dealing with prisoners. Emphasis will be placed on the impact that police and corrections have on our community today. 5 lecture hours. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisite: CJUS 101 or instructor permission.

Students will gain an understanding of the need for investigative services and how they impact our present-day society. The investigative techniques used by police, correctional investigators, juvenile officers, probation and parole, state agency investigators, and private investigators will be examined. Students will become aware of sources for information and the scientific aids that are available to assist in case completion. Investigation theories will be examined and students will become familiar with the process of scientific reasoning. 5 lecture hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisites: CJ& 101; POLS 102 or instructor permission. Interns must also meet the requirement set forth by the agency selected.

On-the-job training experience within a criminal justice agency. Interns work from 55 to 250 hours with or without remuneration. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisites: Placement in MATH 060, ENGL 060 and READ 080; and instructor permission. Must possess valid driver's licesnse. Stude nt must pass a Pre-Employment UA test prior to being able to register for this class.

A lecture-lab course to provide an introduction to safe shop work practices, work ethics, basic tool use, and introduction to basic mechanical tasks. 8 lecture hours; 16 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisite: Completion of DT 121 with a grade of "C" or better and instructor permission.

A lecture-lab course to build upon skills learned in DT 121. The course promotes work habits and safe work practices. Training increases skills and expands tasks learned in DT 121. Projects are completed to industry standards. 8 lecture hours; 16 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisite: Completion of DT 122 with a grade of "C" or better and instructor permission.

A lecture-lab course to build upon skills learned in DT 122. This course continues to promote work habits and safe work practices. Advanced Diesel Technology projects are completed to industry standards. 8 lecture hours; 16 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisite: Completion of DT 123 with a grade of "C" or better and instructor permission.

A lecture-lab course to build upon skills learned in DT 121 through DT 123. Individual projects are assigned that will challenge the student and expand upon the skills learned in DT 121 through DT 123 and introduces diagnostics, testing, and problem solving to the student. Individual projects are completed to industry standards. 8 lecture hours; 16 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisite: Completion of DT 221 with a grade of "C" or better and instructor permission.

A lecture-lab course to build upon skills learned in DT 121 through DT 221. This course will see Advanced Individual Projects assigned to students that will emphasize diagnostics, testing, and problem solving by the student and will replicate, as close as possible, real world shop conditions for the student to work in. 8 lecture hours; 16 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Prerequisite: Completion of DT 222 with a grade of "C" or better and instructor permission.

A lecture-lab course to build upon and confirm the diesel mechanics skills learned in DT 121 through DT 222. Course covers selected industry certification test requirements, procedures, and standards. Successful students will practice and pass selected ASE certification tests. Testing fees may apply for each certification test. Course includes a written and performance capstone exam to ensure retention of competency in previous Diesel Technology program course topics. 8 lecture hours; 16 lab hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

"Supervised observation and participation in a single ECE setting five hours per week: applying guidance techniques, planning and leading activities for individuals and small groups, and working cooperatively with staff. One and 1/2 hour seminar per week. ECE degree course. "

Designed to meet licensing requirements for early learning lead teachers and family home child care providers, STARS 30 hour basics course recognized in the MERIT system. Topics: child growth/development, cultural competency, community resources, guidance, health/safety/nutrition and professional practice. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Explore the foundations of early childhood education. Examine theories defining the field, issues and trends, best practices, and program models. Observe children, professionals, and programs in action. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Develop knowledge and skills to ensure good health, nutrition, and safety of children in group care and education programs. Recognize the signs of abuse and neglect, responsibilities for mandated reporting, and available community resources. 5 lecture hours. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

In an early learning setting apply best practice for engaging in nurturing relationships with children. Focus on keeping children healthy and safe while promoting growth and development. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Examine the unique developmental needs of infants and toddlers. Study the role of the caregiver, relationships with families, developmentally appropriate practices, nurturing environments for infants and toddlers, and culturally relevant care. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Learn the basics of home/family child care program management. Topics include: Licensing requirements; business management; relationship building; health, safety, & nutrition; guiding behavior and; promoting growth & development. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Develop administrative skills required to develop, open, operate, manage, and assess early childhood education and care programs. Explore techniques and resources available for Washington State licensing and National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) standard compliance. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Students will design, evaluate, and improve indoor and outdoor environments to ensure quality learning, nurturing, experiences, and to optimize the development of young children. 3 lecture hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Students will develop teaching strategies for language acquisition and literacy skill development at each developments stage (birth - age 8) through the four interrelated areas of speaking, listening, writing, and reading. 3 lecture hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Students will collect and record observations of and assessment data in order to plan for and support the child, the family, the group, and the community. Students will practice reflection techniques, summarize conclusions, and communicate findings. 3 lecture hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Build a functional understanding of the foundation of child development, prenatal to early adolescence. Observe and document physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of children, reflective of cross cultural and global perspectives. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Students will examine the principles and theories promoting social competence in young children and creating safe learning environments. Focus will be on how to develop skills promoting effective interactions providing positive individual guidance, and enhancing group experiences. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Develop skills to provide developmentally appropriate and culturally relevant activities and care, specifically: preparing the environment, implementing curriculum, building relationships, guiding academic/social skill development, and community outreach. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Students working with children ages birth to eight years and their families will learn how to integrate the family and community contexts in which a Child develops. The students will learn how to 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. 3 lecture hours. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Recommended Preparation: ENGL 095 or placement in ENGL& 101. Prerequisite: MATH 097 or placement in MATH 098.

This course provides an introduction to the Earth and the processes that shape our planet. A major theme of the course is how different aspects of the Earth system interact with each other. Selected topics in four basic areas: astronomy, oceanography, meteorology, and geology, and their relation and interaction with the Earth system will be explored. 5 lecture hours. Satisfies science distribution area D requirement or specified elective for the AA degree.

Prerequisites: MATH 097 or placement in MATH& 107 or higher

This course is designed to introduce economics and the economic approach to the problems created by scarcity. Specifically, the course will be "economics for non-majors: fundamental concepts of economic analysis with application to contemporary problems." The student should learn what a market system is and how it has come to be the predominate economic system. 5 lecture hours. Satisfies social science distribution area B requirement or specified elective for the AA degree.

Recommended Preparation: ECON& 202 Prerequisite: MATH 060; READ 080 or instructor permission.

An introduction to microeconomics. A study of the decision-making processes of individual economic units including businesses and consumers. Basic theoretical tools are applied to problems of current interest. 5 lecture hours. Satisfies social science distribution area B requirement or specified elective for the AA degree.

Prerequisites: MATH 060; READ 080 or instructor permission.

A macroeconomic study of the U.S. economy as a system for solving the fundamental problems of how a society uses its material resources. Emphasis is given to national income, inflation, unemployment, international trade, business cycles, and the monetary system. 5 lecture hours. Satisfies social science distribution area B requirement or specified elective for the AA degree.

Prerequisite: EDUC 201 or instructor permission AND successful completion of a national criminal background check.

This course is designed to give the student an opportunity to learn about schools and teachers. It provides early field experiences and related seminar discussions. Observation hours are flexible, but students should be available for periodic seminars. 1 lecture hour; 6 clinical hours. Satisfies specified elective requirement for the AA degree.

Prerequisite: Admission to the BAS-TE program.

Supervised instructional experience to develop, implement, practice and evaluate theory and methods learned.

Prerequisites: ENGR&214 and MATH&163 (or concurrent enrollment) with a minimum grade of "C".

An introduction to the concepts of stress, strain, deformation, and failure theory in solid materials. Applies mechanics of materials concepts to structural and machine elements in tension, compression, bending, and torsion. Topics include deformation of members, Poisson's ratio, stress concentrations, thermal stress, statically indeterminate techniques, flexure formula, shear formula, stress transformation, Mohr's circle, strain gauges, deflections, and columns. This course counts as a Specified Elective for the AA degree. 5 lecture hours.

Recommended Preparation: CIS 100 or CIS 101 or concurrent enrollment. Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 060 or instructor permission. Recommended Preparation: CIS 100 or CIS 101 or concurrent enrollment.

ENGL 060 is a basic composition course designed to develop those writing/sentence skills necessary in both everyday writing and subsequent college writing through classroom exercises, group problem-solving, and short writing assignments. Skills gained in this course should help students improve their ability to perform such tasks as writing short-answer tests, brief responses to readings, and brief papers. Designed as preparation for ENGL 095. 5 lecture hours.

Prerequisite: Appropriate English placement score or a grade of "C-" or better in ENGL 060.

ENGL 095 is a developmental course that focuses on a review of writing fundamentals including organization, sentence structure and usage, vocabulary, spelling, and grammar. Writing assignments are generally limited to the paragraph. Skills gained in this course should help students improve their ability to write logically developed short-essay tests and brief, formal summaries and reports. 5 lecture hours.

Recommended Co-enrollment: ENGL 060, ENGL 095, ENGL& 101, ENGL& 102, ENGL 150, or ENGL& 235.

Writing Lab is an open-laboratory tutorial course emphasizing the principles and skills involved in preparing academic writing for college classes. The individualized workshop instruction includes such elements of college writing as standard English grammar and syntax, effective paragraph and essay structure, logical argumentation, and the research methods necessary for evidence-backed writing.May be used as a general elective in the AA degree. May be repeated for a total of 6 credits.

Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in ENGL& 101.

A history of British literature covering the Anglo-Saxon period to Nineteenth Century with emphasis upon the reactions of literature to the social and political movements and some study of literary forms. Satisfies humanities distribution area D requirement or specified elective for the AA degree.

Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in ENGL& 101.

Survey of Children's Literature covers classic and contemporary literary selections designed for readers from pre-kindergarten through 8th grade. Books will be explored primarily for their content, but the course will also include discussion of the books' use of both literary and visual-art form. Satisfies humanities distribution area D requirement or specified elective requirement for the AA degree. 5 lecture hours.

In this course, students will analyze, discuss, and write about selected literary works, highlighting a variety of themes, styles, and perspectives. Satisfies humanities distribution area D requirement or specified elective for the AA degree. 5 theory hours.

Prerequisite: Appropriate English placement test score or a grade of "C-" or better in ENGL 095.

ENGL&101 emphasizes the basic rhetorical principles and development of expository and argumentative prose. This course includes instruction in the research methods necessary for evidence-backed writing and emphasizes the preparation of researched essays. Skills gained in this course should help students improve their performance of such tasks as writing for a variety of purposes and audiences, as well as writing informative and persuasive essays and research-backed reports, projects and papers. 5 lecture hours. Satisfies writing skills requirement for the AA degree.

Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in ENGL& 101.

ENGL&102 is a continuation of writing and research skills practiced in ENGL&101 directed towards writing expository/argumentative and critical/analytical essays focusing on literature. Skills gained in this course should improve students' performance in such tasks as writing for various purposes and audiences, writing critically and analytically in a variety of settings and creating formal, written research projects. 5 lecture hours. Satisfies writing skills requirement for the AA degree.

Prerequisites: College-level reading or co-enrollment in READ 090. Recommended Preparation: Grade of "C-" or better in ENGL 095 or placement in ENGL& 101.

This course is a general introduction to literature and is designed to be accessible to all students. Course readings will be chosen from one or more of the following genres: fiction, poetry, essays, and drama. Topics will vary by quarter and instructor. Satisfies humanities distribution area D requirement or specified elective for the AA degree.

Recommended Preparation: Competency in basic computer operation or concurrent enrollment in CIS 100. Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in ENGL& 101.

This course emphasizes techniques of technical writing and the preparation of informal and formal technical reports commonly found in vocational, technical, and business environments. 5 lecture hours. Satisfies writing skills requirement for the AA degree.

Prerequisite: Appropriate CASAS assessment score or instructor permission.

This course is designed to assist students through the process of becoming a student in the English Language Acquisition (ELA) program. Students will complete assessments in Reading and Listening. These assessments allow for placement into the appropriate ELA course(s). Students will also identify short term goals for enrollment and have a general understanding of class expectations. This course does not meet any degree requirements.

Prerequisite: Appropriate CASAS assessment score

"This is course is designed for non-native English speakers who want to improve their basic reading skills and who have very little knowledge of English. The class will emphasize reading skills needed to communicate more effectively in everyday life. Basic math concepts, including reading math texts and word problems, will also be included. This course does not meet any degree requirements. "

Prerequisite: Appropriate CASAS assessment score

This is course is designed for non-native English speakers, with little or no English language background, who want to improve their writing with a goal to enhance English language skills. The class will emphasize basic writing skills needed to communicate more effectively in everyday life. Basic math concepts, as they relate to effective written communication, will also be included. This course does not meet any degree requirements.