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2019-2020 CATALOG ACADEMIC CALENDAR Spring 2019 Last Day For 50% Refund...... April 22 Last Day To Withdraw...... April 22 Memorial Day...... May 27 Final Exams Week...... June 17 Commencement – Mount Vernon Campus ...... June 20 Commencement – Campus ...... June 21 Last Day Of Spring Quarter...... June 21 Summer 2019 Summer Quarter Begins...... July 1 Summer Quarter Ends...... Aug 22 Fall 2019 Fall Quarter Begins...... Sept 24 Final Exams End...... Dec 13 Christmas Day...... Dec 25 New Years Day...... Jan 1, 2020 Winter 2020 Winter Quarter Begins...... Jan 6 Winter Quarter Final Exams...... Mar 16 Spring 2020 Spring Quarter Begins...... April 7 Final Exams End...... June 18 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Academic Calendar...... 2 4 TUITION, FINANCIAL AID & Life Transitions Program...... 29 Welcome to Skagit Valley College!..10 FUNDING...... 19 Corrections Education...... 29 President’s Message...... 10 Tuition...... 19 International Programs...... 29 Mission, Vision, & Guiding Principles Fees...... 19 Learning Resources...... 29 ...... 8 Lower Division Tuition Table...... 20 Library Services...... 29 Upper Division Tuition Table...... 20 Childcare and Emergency Assistance 1 GENERAL INFORMATION...... 11 State Support of Higher Education ...... 30 A Quick Look at Skagit Valley College Students...... 21 Student Emergency Assistance Fund ...... 11 Net Price Calculator...... 21 ...... 30 Accreditation...... 11 Basic Education...... 21 Housing - Mount Vernon Campus..... 30 Skagit Valley College Foundation..... 11 Penalties for Non-Payment...... 21 Food Services...... 30 A Learning College...... 11 Refund Policy...... 21 Bookstores...... 30 Affordability...... 11 Eligibility for Resident Rate Tuition... 21 6 POLICIES & REGULATIONS..... 31 Diverse Course & Program Options. 11 Veterans Benefits and Transitions Exceptional Faculty/Small Class Size Act of 2018 VA Pending Payment Earning College Credits...... 31 ...... 11 Compliance...... 22 Challenging an SVC Course...... 31 Quality Curriculum...... 12 Veterans Tuition Discount...... 22 College Preparatory Program with Exams: Advanced Placement, Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Tuition Waivers for Families of Fallen Cambridge International and and Safety...... 12 or 100% Disabled Veterans and International Baccalaureate...... 32 Research & Assessment Activities... 12 National Guard Members...... 22 Military Tuition Assistance (TA)...... 22 AP Test Score Equivalencies at SBCTCs...... 32 2 ACADEMIC INFORMATION...... 13 My Career Advancement Account 4.60.14 Advanced Placement...... 32 E-Learning...... 13 Scholarship (MyCAA) - Helping Military Service Schools...... 32 Developmental Education...... 13 Spouses Reach Career Goals...... 22 AP Test Score Equivalencies ...... 33 Basic Education for Adults...... 13 Financial Aid...... 23 Waiver...... 34 English Language Acquisition...... 13 Eligibility Determinations...... 23 Application of non-traditional credit.34 Running Start...... 13 Financial Aid Refund and Repayment Policy...... 23 Grade Reports...... 34 High School Diploma...... 13 Other Eligibility Information...... 23 Grade Changes...... 35 CTE Dual Credit...... 14 Grants...... 23 Grade Point Average (GPA)...... 35 Apprenticeship Programs...... 14 Employment...... 23 Examinations...... 35 Cooperative Education...... 14 Loans...... 23 Class Add/Drop...... 35 Learning Into Action...... 14 Workforce Grant Scholarship Academic Standing...... 35 Parent Education...... 15 Programs...... 24 Withdrawal from SVC...... 36 Community Programs...... 15 Other Financial Assistance Programs Refund Policy...... 36 Serving the Business Community.... 15 ...... 25 Community Education...... 36 Foreign Travel...... 15 Fines & Other Financial Penalties..... 36 5 SUPPORT SERVICES...... 27 Independent Study...... 15 Instructional Complaints...... 36 Honors and Graduation...... 15 Counseling & Advising Services...... 27 Graduation...... 15 Planning Your Program...... 27 7 STUDENT LIFE...... 37 Academic Transfer Services...... 27 Athletics...... 37 3 ENROLLMENT-SERVICES...... 16 TRIO Student Support Services Fine & Performing Arts...... 37 Eligibility...... 16 Program...... 27 Cardinal Bookstore...... 37 How to Apply...... 16 Tutoring...... 28 Clubs & Organizations...... 37 How to Apply as a Drop-in Student... 16 College Success Skills Classes...... 28 Health Information Services...... 37 Veteran Students...... 16 Academic Planning & Preparation for Student Life Office...... 37 International Students...... 16 Transfer...... 28 Insurance...... 37 Transfer Credits...... 17 Personal Support...... 28 Research and Assessment...... 37 Application Process...... 17 Resources for Financing College...... 28 KSVR 91.7 FM /KSVU 90.1 FM Radio Application Steps:...... 17 Tutoring...... 28 ...... 38 Determination of Residence...... 17 Veterans’ Education Services...... 28 Recreation...... 38 Proof of Residency...... 17 Disability Access Services...... 28 Regional Culture...... 38 Residency for Military Personnel...... 18 What services are available?...... 28 Student Government & Program Board Student Eligibility to Pay In‑State What are your responsibilities?...... 28 ...... 38 Tuition...... 18 Multicultural Student Services...... 28 Student Newspaper...... 38

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8 STUDENT RIGHTS & Associate of Arts General Studies, AA Astronomy...... 61 RESPONSIBILITIES...... 39 ...... 47 Program Description...... 61 Children on Campus...... 39 Purpose...... 47 Degree Map | AS-T Track #2Physics Comprehensive Veterans Education Program Learning Outcomes...... 47 and Astronomy Concentration...... 61 Information Policy...... 39 Degree Requirements...... 47 Related Degree Options...... 62 Drug Free Workplace Policy...... 39 Associate in Applied Science Automotive Technology...... 62 Equal Opportunity & Title IX...... 39 Degree, AAS...... 48 Program Description...... 62 Family Educational Rights & Privacy Purpose...... 48 Program Learning Outcomes...... 63 Act...... 39 Degree Requirements...... 48 Associate in Applied Science Degree Inter-College Transfer & Articulation Technical Arts, AAS...... 48 ...... 63 Among Washington Public Colleges & Universities...... 40 Purpose...... 48 Industry Professional Courses...... 63 List of One Year Transfer Courses - Professional/Technical Certificates. 49 Micro-Certificates...... 63 “Washington 45”...... 40 Micro-Certificates of Completion..... 49 Degree Map | AAS Automotive First Year Transfer List of General Degree Requirements...... 49 Technology...... 63 Education Courses...... 40 Professional/Technical AAS and AAS-T Program Certificates...... 64 Notification of Title IV Student Transfer Agreements...... 49 Automotive Drivability Specialist Complaint Process...... 41 General Education Learning Values.. 50 Certificate...... 64 Parking...... 41 Distribution List AA-DTA...... 51 Required Courses...... 64 Security Reports...... 41 Gray Area Courses...... 53 Automotive Electrical Specialist Micro- Emergency Notifications and Alerts.41 Certificate...... 64 Emergency Preparedness...... 41 10 AREAS OF STUDY...... 54 Required Courses...... 64 Placement Reciprocity Agreement Academic English as a Second Automotive Engine Micro- Policy...... 41 Language...... 55 Certificate...... 64 Required Courses...... 64 Record of Student Complaints Policy Program Description...... 55 Automotive Parts & Service Specialist ...... 41 Courses...... 55 Certificate...... 64 Sexual Harassment Policy...... 41 Accounting...... 55 Required Courses...... 64 Student Absence for Reasons of Faith Program Description...... 55 Automotive Transmission Specialist or Conscience...... 41 Courses...... 55 Micro-Certificate...... 64 Student Procedures...... 42 Allied Health Education...... 55 Required Courses...... 64 Transfer Rights and Responsibilities.42 Program Description...... 55 Automotive Undercar Specialist Micro- Student Rights & Responsibilities.42 Program Learning Outcomes...... 55 Certificate...... 64 College & University Rights and Program Options...... 56 Required Courses...... 64 Responsibilities...... 42 Medical Assistant Associate in Applied Entrepreneurship Certificate...... 64 9 GENERAL DEGREE Science Degree...... 58 Required Courses...... 64 INFORMATION...... 43 Degree Map | AAS Medical Assistant All AT Courses...... 64 Associate of Arts Direct Transfer ...... 58 Basic Education for Adults (BEdA) .65 Agreement...... 43 Degree Map | Certificate Medical Who is eligible?...... 65 Purpose...... 43 Assistant ...... 59 How much does it cost?...... 65 Program Learning Outcomes...... 43 Degree Map | Certificate Medical College and Career Bridge (CCB) .... 65 Billing and Coding Specialist ...... 59 Degree Requirements...... 43 Course Options...... 65 Prerequisite Courses...... 59 Degree Map | AA-DTA...... 44 On Ramp...... 65 Associate in Science - Transfer Degree Map | Certificate Pharmacy College and Workforce Prep Track #1, AS-T...... 44 Technician...... 60 Academy...... 65 Purpose...... 44 Courses...... 60 I-BEST...... 65 Degree Requirements...... 45 American Sign Language...... 60 Math...... 65 Associate In Science Transfer (AS-T) Program Description...... 60 How to Register for Classes...... 65 Track 1 Concentrations:...... 45 Related Degree Options...... 60 Courses...... 65 Associate in Science - Transfer Courses...... 60 College and Career Success Skills Track #2, AS-T...... 46 Anthropology...... 61 (CSS)...... 66 Purpose...... 46 Program Description...... 61 First Quarter Experience...... 66 Degree Requirements...... 46 Related Degree Options...... 61 Courses...... 66 Associate in Science Transfer (AS-T) Degree Map | AA-DTA Anthropology English Language Acquistion (ELA).. 66 Track 2 concentrations:...... 46 Emphasis ...... 61 Who is eligible?...... 66 Major program requirements:...... 46 Courses...... 61 How to Register for Classes...... 66

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What is the Cost?...... 66 Degree Map | AAS Business Degree Map | AA-DTAComputer Courses...... 66 Management...... 76 Science Emphasis...... 84 High School Completion (HSC)...... 66 Courses...... 76 All CS Courses...... 85 Programs...... 67 Chemistry...... 77 Communication...... 85 Courses...... 67 Program Description...... 77 Degree Map | AA-DTA Communication Individualized Next Step Vocational Degrees Options...... 77 Emphasis ...... 85 Education and Social Skills Training Degree Map | AS-T Track #1 Chemistry Craft Brewing...... 85 (INVEST)...... 67 ...... 77 Program Description...... 85 Courses...... 67 Courses...... 78 Program Learning Outcomes...... 86 Life Transitions...... 67 Chinese...... 78 Career Opportunities...... 86 Biology...... 68 Program Description...... 78 Degree Map | Certificate Craft Degree Map | AS-T Track #1 Biology.68 Related Degree Options...... 78 Brewing...... 86 Biology Direct Transfer Agreement, Courses...... 78 All BRW Courses...... 87 DTA/MRP...... 68 Communication...... 78 Criminal Justice...... 87 Purpose...... 68 Degree Map | AA-DTA Communication Program Description...... 87 Degree Requirements...... 69 Emphasis ...... 78 Program Learning Outcomes...... 87 Degree Map...... 70 Composites Technology...... 79 Courses...... 70 Associate in Applied Science Degree Program Description...... 79 (AAS) - Criminal Justice...... 88 Business...... 71 Program Learning Outcomes...... 79 Associate in Applied Science Degree Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Advanced Composites Manufacturing (AAS) - Parks Service and Protection Management (BASAM)...... 71 Technician Certificate...... 79 ...... 88 Degree Description...... 71 Required Courses...... 80 Associate in Applied Science Degree, Transfer Opportunities...... 71 Composites Repair Technician Micro- AAS - Homeland Security Emergency Program Learning Outcomes ...... 71 Certificate...... 80 Management...... 88 Other Associate Business Degree and Required Courses...... 80 Associate in Arts Direct Transfer Certificate options ...... 71 Composites Wind Blade Repair Micro- Agreement, AA-DTA...... 88 Program Entry ...... 71 Certificate...... 80 In-Service Training Credit...... 88 Prerequisites ...... 71 Required Courses...... 80 Program Certificates...... 88 Application Process ...... 72 All CMPST Courses...... 80 Micro-Certificates...... 89 Advisor Check-ins:...... 72 Computer Information Systems..... 80 Degree Map | AAS Criminal Justice - Program Costs (fees, supplies, books, Program Description...... 80 Criminal Justice Emphasis...... 89 etc.)...... 72 Career Opportunities...... 80 Faculty and Advisor...... 72 Program Learning Outcomes...... 80 Degree Map | AAS Criminal Justice - Parks Service and Protection Degree Map | BASAM...... 72 Associate of Applied Science Degree Emphasis...... 89 Business Administration...... 72 ...... 81 Basic Law Enforcement Reserve Program Description...... 73 Degree Map | AAS Computer Information Systems...... 81 Academy Micro-Certificate...... 90 Business Direct Transfer Agreement, Required Courses...... 90 DTA/MRP...... 73 Degree Map | Certificate Computer Applications Support Technician...... 81 Criminal Justice - Private and Purpose...... 73 Degree Map | Certificate Computer Commercial Security Micro-Certificate Degree Requirements...... 73 Database/Programming...... 82 ...... 90 Degree Map | DTA/MRP Business Required Courses...... 82 Required Courses...... 90 Direct Transfer Agreement...... 74 Degree Map | Certificate Computer Criminal Justice - Public Safety Business Management...... 74 Information Systems...... 82 Communications Micro-Certificate... 90 Program Description...... 74 Degree Map | Certificate Computer Required Courses...... 90 Program Learning Outcomes...... 75 Network Technician...... 82 Homeland Security Emergency Associate in Applied Science Degree All CIS Courses...... 82 Management Certificate...... 90 ...... 75 Computer Science...... 83 Investigative Techniques Micro- University Transfer...... 75 Program Description...... 83 Certificate...... 91 Entrepreneurship Certificate...... 75 Degree Map | AS-T Track #2 Computer Required Courses...... 91 Required Courses...... 75 Science...... 83 Legal Principles in Policing Micro- Micro-Certificates...... 75 Computer Science Direct Transfer Certificate...... 91 Entrepreneurship I Micro-Certificate.76 Agreement, DTA/MRP...... 83 Required Courses...... 91 Required Courses...... 76 Purpose...... 83 Park Ranger Law Enforcement Degree Requirements...... 76 Degree Map...... 84 Academy Certificate...... 91

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Certificate Information...... 91 Degree Requirements...... 100 Degree Map | AAS-T Environmental PRLEA CERTIFICATE COURSES.... 91 Degree Map...... 101 Conservation PRLEA/EMT CERTIFICATE State Early Childhood Education & University of Idaho COURSES...... 91 Certificate...... 102 ...... 109 PRLEA/FIRE CERTIFICATE Degree Map | AAS-T Environmental COURSES...... 91 State Initial Early Childhood Education Conservation-Aquatic/Terrestrial All CJ Courses...... 91 Certificate...... 102 Required Courses...... 102 Emphasis...... 110 Culinary Arts...... 92 State Short Early Childhood Education Degree Map | AAS-T Environmental Program Description...... 92 Certificate - Administration...... 102 Conservation-Marine Emphasis...... 111 Program Learning Outcomes...... 92 Required Courses...... 103 Degree Map | AAS Environmental Associate in Applied Science Degree State Short Early Childhood Education Conservation-Parks Resource ...... 92 Certificate - FamilyChild Care...... 103 Management Emphasis...... 112 Micro-Certificates...... 92 Required Courses...... 103 Degree Map | AAS Environmental Degree Map | AAS Culinary Arts State Short Early Childhood Education Conservation-Water/Wastewater (Baking & Pastry Emphasis)...... 93 Certificate - General...... 103 Treatment Technician Emphasis...... 112 Degree Map | AAS Culinary Arts Required Courses...... 103 Bachelor of Applied Science in (Culinary Emphasis)...... 93 State Short Early Childhood Education Environmental Conservation (BASEC) Basic Bakery Competency Micro- Certificate - Infant/Toddler Care.... 103 ...... v113 Certificate...... 94 Required Courses...... 103 Purpose...... 113 Required Courses...... 94 State Short Early Childhood Education Program Learning Outcomes...... 113 Certified Culinarian Certificate...... 94 Certificate - School Age Care...... 103 Degree Map | BASEC...... 114 Degree Map | Certificate Culinary: Required Courses...... 104 Required Courses...... 114 Professional Cooking...... 94 All ECED Courses...... 104 Advanced Wetland Delineation Micro- Additional Required Courses...... 94 Earth Sciences...... 104 Certificate...... 114 All CUL Courses...... 94 Program Description...... 104 Required Courses...... 114 Dental...... 95 Degree Options...... 104 Basic Wetland Delineation Micro- Program Description...... 95 Degree Map | AS-T Track #1 Earth Certificate...... 115 Program Learning Outcomes...... 95 Science...... 104 Required Courses...... 115 Program Certificates...... 95 Courses...... 105 Degree Map | Certificate Degree Map | Certificate Dental Economics...... 105 Environmental Conservation Studies Assisting Bridge...... 95 Program Description...... 105 ...... 115 Degree Map | Certificate Dental Degree Map | Certificate Foundations...... 96 Related Degree Options...... 105 Environmental Conservation: Water/ All DEN Courses...... 96 Degree Map | AA-DTA Economics Wastewater Treatment Technician..115 Diesel Power Technology...... 96 Emphasis...... 105 All ECON Courses...... 106 Geographic Information Systems Program Description...... 96 Education Paraprofessional...... 106 Certificate...... 115 Program Learning Outcomes...... 96 Required Courses...... 115 Program Description...... 106 Associate in Applied Science Degree All ENVC Courses...... 115 Program Learning Outcomes...... 106 ...... 97 Environmental Sustainable Associate in Applied Science Degree Degree Map | AAS Diesel Power Agriculture Education...... 116 ...... 107 Technology...... 97 Program Description...... 116 All DSL Courses...... 97 All EDUC Courses...... 107 Program Learning Outcomes...... 116 Drama...... 97 Engineering...... 107 Program Certificates...... 117 Program Description...... 97 Program Description...... 107 Environmental Sustainable Agriculture Degree Map | AA-DTA Drama Degree Map | AS-T Track #2 Education, AAS-T...... 117 Emphasis...... 97 Engineering...... 107 Degree Map...... 117 All DRMA Courses...... 98 English...... 108 ENVAG: Sustainable Small Farm Early Childhood Education...... 98 Degree Map | AA-DTA English Agriculture Applied Planning and Emphasis...... 108 Program Description...... 98 Management (Level I) Micro-Certificate All ENGL Courses...... 108 Program Learning Outcomes...... 98 ...... 118 Environmental Conservation...... 108 Program Certificates...... 99 Required Courses...... 118 Program Description...... 108 Micro-Certificates...... 99 ENVAG: Sustainable Small Farm Degree Map | AAS Early Childhood Program Learning Outcomes...... 109 Agriculture Applied Planning and Education...... 99 Associate in Applied Science Degree... Management (Level II) Micro- Education, A.Ed...... 100 109 Certificate...... 118 Purpose...... 100 Micro-Certificates...... 109 Required Courses...... 118

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ENVAG: Sustainable Small Farm Degree Map | AA-DTA History Degree Map | AAS-T Engineering Agriculture Systems Certificate...... 118 Emphasis...... 126 Technology...... 135 Required Courses...... 119 Courses...... 127 Courses...... 135 All ENVAG Courses...... 119 Humanities...... 127 Automated Systems Technology Ethnic Studies...... 119 Program Description...... 127 Micro-Certificate...... 135 Required Courses...... 135 Related Degree Options...... 119 Related Degree Options...... 127 Courses...... 119 Courses...... 127 Computer Numeric Control (CNC) Operator Micro-Certificate...... 136 Family Life...... 119 Human Services...... 127 Required Courses...... 136 Program Learning Outcomes...... 119 Program Description...... 127 Courses...... 119 Manufacturing Fundamentals Micro- Program Learning Outcomes...... 128 Certificate...... 136 Fire Sciences...... 119 Generalist Emphasis...... 128 Required Courses...... 136 ​​Fire Protection Technology - Program Substance Use Disorder Counseling Description...... 120 Manufacturing Technology Certificate Emphasis...... 128 Associate in Applied Science Degree ...... 136 Associate in Applied Science Degree ...... 120 Program Options...... 136 ...... 128 Courses...... 136 Fire Service Administration - Program Description...... 120 Degree Map | AAS Human Services - Quality Assurance Micro-Certificate Generalist Emphasis...... 129 Associate in Applied Science Transfer ...... 136 Degree (AAS-T) in Fire Service Degree Map | AAS Human Services- Required Courses...... 136 Administration (FSA)...... 121 Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Technical Micro-Certificate Counseling Emphasis...... 129 Degree Map | AAS Fire Protection ...... 136 Technology...... 121 Degree Map | Certificate Human Required Courses...... 136 Services Substance Use Disorder Fire Service Administration, AAS-T.121 All MANF Courses...... 137 Counseling...... 130 Purpose...... 122 Marine Maintenance Technology.137 Courses...... 130 Degree Requirements...... 122 Program Description...... 137 International Studies...... 130 Degree Map...... 122 Program Learning Outcomes...... 137 Program Description...... 130 Courses...... 123 Marine Technician Certificate...... 138 International Studies...... 131 French...... 123 Associate in Applied Science Degree Courses...... 131 Program Description...... 123 ...... 138 Japanese...... 131 Related Degree Options...... 123 Program Certificate...... 138 Program Description...... 131 Courses...... 123 Degree Map | AAS Marine Maintenance Geographic Information Systems.123 Related Degree Options...... 131 Technology - Marine Technician Courses...... 131 Program Learning Outcomes...... 123 Emphasis...... 138 JOURNALISM...... 131 Related Degree Options...... 123 Marine Technician Certificate...... 139 Courses...... 123 Related Degree Options...... 131 Required Courses...... 139 All MT Courses...... 139 Geography...... 123 Degree Map | AA-DTA Journalism Emphasis...... 131 Mathematics...... 139 Related Degree Options...... 123 Courses...... 132 Courses...... 123 Related Degree Options...... 139 Geology...... 124 Library...... 132 Degree Map | AA-DTA Mathematics Emphasis...... 139 Degree Map | AS-T Track #1 Geology Program Description...... 132 Courses...... 140 ...... 124 Related Degree Options...... 132 Courses...... 132 Multimedia & Interactive Technology Related Degree Options...... 124 Manufacturing Technology...... 132 ...... 140 Health & Fitness Technician...... 124 Program Description...... 140 Program Description...... 124 Program Description...... 132 Program Learning Outcomes...... 141 Program Learning Outcomes...... 125 Program Learning Outcomes...... 132 Associate in Applied Science Degree Degree Map | AAS Health & Fitness Certificate Options...... 132 ...... 141 Technician...... 125 Associate in Applied Science Degree Multimedia-Web Designer, AAS...... 141 Degree Map | AA-DTA Kinesiology ...... 132 Exercise Science Emphasis...... 125 Micro-Certificates...... 133 Degree Map...... 141 Degree Map | AAS Health & Fitness Degree Map | AAS Operations Adobe Certificate...... 142 Technician...... 126 Management...... 133 Degree Map...... 142 Courses...... 126 Degree Map | AAS Engineering Digital Media Marketing Certificate.142 History...... 126 Technology...... 133 Degree Map...... 142 Program Description...... 126 Degree Map | AAS-T Operations Digital Video Certificate...... 142 Related Degree Options...... 126 Management...... 134 Degree Map...... 142

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Game, App & Web Development Program Certificates...... 155 Spanish...... 163 Certificate...... 143 Degree Map | AAS Office and Program Description...... 163 Degree Map...... 143 Business Technology: Accounting Related Degree Options...... 163 Graphic Arts Certificate...... 143 Paraprofessional...... 155 Spanish Emphasis, AA-DTA...... 163 Degree Map...... 143 Degree Map | AAS Office and Business Degree Map | AA-DTA Spanish Multimedia-Web Design Certificate.143 Technology: Administrative Assistant Emphasis...... 163 Degree Map...... 143 ...... 155 Courses...... 163 Courses...... 143 Bookkeeping Certificate...... 156 Technical Design (CAD)...... 163 Music...... 143 Degree Map | Certificate Business Program Description...... 163 Program Description...... 143 Software Applications...... 156 Program Learning Outcomes...... 163 Music Direct Transfer Agreement, Degree Map | Certificate Small Certificate Options...... 164 DTA/MRP...... 144 Business Accounting...... 157 Micro-Certificates...... 164 Purpose...... 144 Degree Map | Certificate Office and Technical Design Certificate...... 164 Degree Requirements...... 144 Administrative Support...... 157 Required Courses...... 164 Degree Map...... 145 Office Technology Update Certificate Technical Design Options...... 164 Courses...... 146 ...... 157 Technical Drawing Micro-Certificate Natural Sciences...... 146 Oceanography...... 157 ...... 164 Courses...... 146 Program Description...... 157 Nursing...... 146 Required Courses...... 164 Related Degree Options...... 158 All TECD Courses...... 165 Program Description...... 146 Philosophy...... 158 Veterinary Assistant...... 165 Program Learning Outcomes...... 147 Degree Map | AA-DTA Philosophy Program Description...... 165 Associate in Pre-Nursing Transfer Emphasis...... 158 Agreement, DTA/MRP Degree (90 Program Learning Outcomes...... 165 Physical Education...... 158 credits, full-time)...... 147 Program Certificates...... 166 Program Description...... 158 Associate in Nursing DTA/MRP Degree Veterinary Assistant Certificate..... 166 Health & Fitness Technician, AAS . 158 (135 credits, full-time)...... 147 Veterinary Fundamentals Certificate Courses...... 158 (LPN-RN) Registered Nursing AAS ...... 166 Degree (99 credits, part-time)...... 148 Physics...... 159 Required Courses...... 166 Associate in Nursing Direct Transfer Program Description...... 159 Courses...... 166 Agreement, DTA/MRP...... 148 Degrees Options...... 159 Visual Arts...... 166 Purpose...... 148 Degree Map | AS-T Track #2 Physics Program Description...... 166 Degree Requirements...... 148 and Astronomy Concentration...... 159 Art Emphasis, AA-DTA...... 166 Degree Map...... 150 Courses...... 160 Visual Arts, AVA...... 166 Associate in Pre-NursingDirect Political Science...... 160 Degree Map | AA-DTA Art Emphasis Transfer Agreement, DTA/MRP...... 150 Program Description...... 160 ...... 166 Purpose...... 150 Science Transfer AS-T ...... 160 Visual Arts, AVA...... 167 Degree Requirements...... 150 Degree Map | AA-DTA Political Science Degree Map...... 151 Emphasis...... 160 Purpose...... 167 Degree Map | AAS Registered Nursing Courses...... 161 Degree Requirements...... 167 - Whidbey Island Campus...... 152 Psychology...... 161 Degree Map | AVA Visual Arts...... 168 Nursing Assistant Education Courses...... 168 Program Description...... 161 Certificate...... 152 Technology...... 169 Related Degree Options...... 161 Required Courses...... 152 Program Description...... 169 All Nursing Courses...... 152 Degree Map | AA-DTA Psychology Emphasis...... 161 Program Learning Outcomes...... 169 Nutrition...... 153 Courses...... 161 Program Options...... 169 Program Description...... 153 Social Science...... 162 Associate in Applied Science Degree Related Degree and Certificate Options...... 153 Program Description...... 162 ...... 169 Degree Map | AA-DTA Nutrition Related Degree Options...... 162 Program Certificates...... 169 Emphasis...... 153 Degree Map | AA-DTA Social Science Welding Specialty Certificates...... 169 All NUTR Courses...... 154 Emphasis...... 162 American Welding Society Certificate Office and Business Technology.. 154 Courses...... 162 ...... 169 Program Description...... 154 Sociology...... 162 WABO Certification...... 170 Degree Options...... 154 Program Description...... 162 Micro-Certificates...... 170 Certificate Options...... 154 Related Degree Options...... 162 Welding Fundamental Micro- Program Learning Outcomes...... 154 Courses...... 162 Certificates...... 170

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Degree Map | AAS Welding Technology ...... 170 All Welding Courses...... 170 Advanced Welding Specialty Certificate...... 171 Requirements...... 171 Aluminum Welding Specialty Certificate...... 171 American Welding Society Certificate ...... 171 WABO Certification...... 171 Welding Fundamentals-Aluminums Micro-Certificate...... 171 Welding Fundamentals-Aluminum... 171 Welding Fundamentals-Steel Micro- Certificate...... 171 Welding Fundamentals-Steel...... 171 Shield Metal ...... 172 Flux Cored Arc Welding...... 172 Inert Gas & Aluminum Welding...... 172 Welding Technology: Flux-Cored Arc Welding Specialty Certificate...... 172 Required Courses...... 172 Welding Technology: Shielded Metal Arc Welding Specialty Certificate... 172 Required Courses...... 172

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SKAGIT VALLEY COLLEGE | MOUNT VERNON | OAK HARBOR | FRIDAY HARBOR | LANGLEY | ANACORTES 9 WELCOME TO SKAGIT VALLEY COLLEGE! Mission Online Catalog Skagit Valley The following description explains how to access program, course, and other information. College cultivates student learning and In the online catalog, use the navigation menu to your left to explore areas of study, degrees achievement; contributes and certificates, read detailed course descriptions and outcomes, review college policies and to the educational, resources, and learn what support services are available to you. personal, and economic Programs by Area Of Study or Degree Certificate Type success of students; and promotes equitable and Programs are listed alphabetically by area of study. Under each area, you will find the titles of thriving communities. programs, a go to information link and each degree or certificate options. You can learn more about the program or department by clicking on the go to information links, or you can directly Vision access degree and certifcate information by click on the corresponding links. The primary focus of You can also view program information listed by degree and certifcate type. Click on the de- Skagit Valley College gree and certificate link to access the complete list. is student-centered The icon at the top of the program page that looks like a piece of paper opens a degree teaching and learning. planning sheet that is easy to print. The degree planning sheet will help you determine what We are committed to: courses to take and when, so you can complete your degree and/or certificate. • Equitable student If you have questions and would like help planning your program, call 360-416-7700 to be outcomes in access, connected to an advisor. achievement, and community; Course descriptions • Our Guiding Courses are listed alphabetically by course type (course types are very similar to the program Principles; titles). If you know the course title or prefix for a particular course, you can use the filters at • Decisions based the top of the page to find it. on strategy and When you select a course, you will be able to see the course title, number of credits, course evidence; description, prerequisites or corequisites, the quarters the course is offered, and the student • The development of learning outcomes for the course. Outcomes are what you will learn to do by the end of the our employees, and course. • A diverse and inclusive college community where PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE everyone belongs. Whether you’re preparing for a new job, beginning your college experience, or exploring a new passion in life, thank you for choosing Skagit Valley College. Guiding Principles • Respect Skagit Valley College is making a difference throughout our community by opening the doors to higher education for all who seek a better future. I am proud that we have created a di- • Integrity verse learning environment where everyone is welcomed and valued. So, no matter what your • Open & Honest background, skill level, or life experiences are when you begin your academic journey, you will Communication receive the support you need to succeed. • Collaboration In welcoming you to our campuses and centers, you will enter our doors with your own dream • Compassion or goal. Perhaps it’s a goal of starting your first college experience and pursuing a bachelor’s degree. It may be a goal of becoming a skilled chef who prepares flavorful dishes with locally grown ingredients. Or, it may be a goal of becoming a teacher and role model in a new land, fulfilling your American Dream. What makes our College special is that we are deeply committed to equity as our framework in providing access, sup- porting achievement, and strengthening community. With this focus, our faculty and staff will meet you where you are, and provide services, tools, and encouragement that build a sense of community, safety, and belonging. Touch points have been developed to help you every step of the way: from your initial inquiry to advising, registration, assessment and placement, first quarter experience, areas of study, degree maps and educational planning, and graduation. As a proud SVC alum, I had excellent instructors, advisors, and coaches who guided and mentored me while I earned my Associate in Arts degree. The SVC community became the cornerstone of my college experience and it’s what inspired me to pursue a career in higher education. My hope is that your experience at SVC will be just as transforma- tional as mine was for me. On behalf of the Board of Trustees, faculty, and staff, welcome to our community of learners. We look forward support- ing your educational goals and celebrating your academic success. Sincerely, Dr. Thomas A. Keegan President, Skagit Valley College

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A Quick Look at Skagit Valley The name was changed to Skagit Valley Affordability College Junior College in 1948, and in 1958 the present name was adopted. SVC We know you look for the best value: Skagit Valley College is a public com- has the proud distinction of being the SVC is an affordable option. Our tuition munity college, operating under the second oldest community college in is lower than tuition at a four-year supervision of a local Board of Trust- Washington state. college or university, resulting in a real savings to you. If you find that ees appointed by the governor. SVC’s During the early years, classes were you need financial assistance, schol- district includes Skagit, Island, and held on the top floor of the high school arships, loans, and grants may be San Juan counties. building. In 1955, a permanent site of available to you. Find out more about 35 acres was purchased and a com- Accreditation Financial Aid & Scholarships in this plex of six buildings was completed in catalog. Skagit Valley College is accredited by 1959. Because of immediate increas- the Northwest Commission on Colleges es in student enrollment, another 10 Diverse Course & Program and Universities. acres of land was purchased and a new Options Accreditation of an institution of higher Library building was constructed. Addi- education by the Northwest Com- tional purchases of land have brought • As a transfer degree student, you mission on Colleges and Universities the total campus area in Mount Vernon can take your first two years of indicates that it meets or exceeds to more than 110 acres. college at SVC and then transfer to criteria for the assessment of institu- Currently, SVC serves students at the a four-year college or university as tional quality evaluated through a peer Mount Vernon Campus in Mount Ver- a junior. Our graduates who go on review process. An accredited college non and at the Whidbey Island Cam- to universities do as well or better or university is one which has available pus in Oak Harbor. The college also than students who begin college at the necessary resources to achieve its operates three centers: South Whidbey four-year schools. stated purposes through appropriate Center in Langley, San Juan Center in • Or, if your goal is to retool or launch educational programs, is substan- Friday Harbor, and the Marine Technol- a new career, we offer Professional/ tially doing so, and gives reasonable ogy Center in Anacortes. Technical degrees and certificates evidence that it will continue to do so in some of today’s most in-demand in the foreseeable future. Institutional Skagit Valley College Foundation fields: Nursing and Diesel Power integrity is also addressed through Since 1978, generous donors, enthusi- Technology, to mention two. accreditation. astic alums, and dedicated volunteers • If you’ve been away from college Accreditation by the Northwest Com- have helped sustain and grow the SVC for some time, our advising staff mission on Colleges and Universities Foundation with their donations, talent, can help make the transition less is not partial but applies to the insti- and insight to build one of the premier stressful tution as a whole. As such, it is not a community college foundations in • Our Basic Skills courses are guarantee of every course or program Washington. The SVC Foundation is a designed to help you brush up on offered, or the competence of indi- 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that subjects like Math, English and vidual graduates. Rather, it provides assists students with scholarships, Reading, complete high school or reasonable assurance about the quality emergency funds, and childcare vouch- get your GED®. of opportunities available to students ers, enhances innovative instruction, • Learn in the classroom or online. who attend the institution. and supports campus development • We also offer English Language Inquiries regarding an institution’s programs. A volunteer Board of Gov- Acquisition courses. accredited status by the Northwest ernors provides leadership to the SVC Commission on Colleges and Universi- Foundation. To learn more about op- • Of course, you are also welcome ties should be directed to the adminis- portunities to support SVC programs to take courses for personal trative staff of the institution. Individu- and students, visit www.skagitfounda- enrichment. als may also contact: tion.org or call 360.416.7717. Exceptional Faculty/ Northwest Commission on Colleges All Skagit Valley College publica- and Universities tions and documents are available Small Class Size 8060 165th Avenue N.E., Suite 100 in alternate formats upon request by At SVC, we keep class sizes small to Redmond, WA 98052 calling Disability Access Services, allow personal interaction with your in- 1.425.558.4224 360.416.7818. structors and with other students. We www.nwccu.org A Learning College believe communication, interaction and critical thinking are essential skills to Brief History SVC has a deep commitment to putting your success at SVC. Faculty members Skagit Valley College, originally named learning first and providing you with at Skagit Valley College are dedicated Mount Vernon Junior College, began challenging and affordable educational to helping you achieve the well-rounded serving students in 1926 as an adjunct opportunities through many delivery education and up-todate skills that you to Union High School in Mount Vernon. modes.

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expect. They bring their enthusiasm for Quarter, 2020. Every effort has been learning into the classroom. made to ensure the accuracy of the information containedin this publication. Quality Curriculum Students are advised, however, that If you want to challenge your mind, SVC such information is subject to change is right for you! SVC is a national leader without notice, and advisors should, in teaching interdisciplinary classes. therefore, be consulted on a regular For example, you may study Drama basis for current information. and Physics in a Learning Community Skagit Valley College catalogs, class or study English linked with a distribu- schedules, web site, fee schedules, etc., tion course. These innovative courses do not create binding contracts between link faculty from different departments Skagit Valley College and its students. and have earned high praise from SVC The college and its divisions reserve the graduates. right at any time to make changes in any regulations or requirements govern- Commitment to Diversity, ing instruction in and graduation from Inclusion, and Safety the college and its various divisions. Changes shall take effect whenever the Skagit Valley College believes that you proper authorities determine and shall are a unique individual and that you apply not only to prospective students deserve an opportunity to learn and live but also to those who are currently in a positive environment. Our goal is to enrolled at the college. Except as other foster values that promote open-mind- conditionsdictate, the college will make edness, awareness, sensitivity, and every reasonable effort to ensure that respect for differences. students currently enrolled in programs, Research & Assessment and making normal progress toward completion of any requirements, will Activities have the opportunity to complete any In order to determine whether we are program which is to be discontinued. accomplishing our college mission, The college’s total liability for student vision and guiding principles we evalu- claims related to classes or programs ate and assess our programs, courses, shall be limited to the tuition and services, and students. expenses paid by the student to the col- lege for those classes. In no event shall Assessment starts with what matters the college be liable for any special, most-you, the student. You may be indirect, incidental or consequential asked to cooperate in various surveys, damages, including but not limited to, interviews, focus groups, and other da- loss of earnings or profits. ta-collection efforts by the college. Tuition is set by the Washington state Since our mission is directed to the legislature and is subject to change education of the whole person, your without notice. For a current list of fees achievement can be measured only by or other information, visit www.skagit. evidence concerning the whole per- edu/tuitionfees or contact the Vice Pres- son. We use the information gathered ident of Student Services’ Office. through assessment for research pur- poses. The college protects the privacy This catalog was produced by the SVC of student records in keeping with the Marketing and Communications Office, Family Education Rights and Privacy Act August 2019. (FERPA.) For more information about FERPA, visit Enrollment Services at your SVC provides a drug free environment campus or center. and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, Our goal through assessment is to sex, gender identity, sexual orienta- increase your learning, satisfaction, and tion, disability, marital status, or age success. We value your contribution to in its programs and employment. The the assessment effort. Contact the Insti- following person has been designated to tutional Planning & Effectiveness Office handle inquiries regarding the non-dis- at 360.416.7738 for more information. crimination policies: Credits and Disclaimers Executive Director of Human Resources 2405 East College Way, This edition of the Skagit Valley Col- Mount Vernon, WA 98273 lege Catalog is effective beginning with 360.416.7794 Summer Quarter, 2019, through Spring

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E-Learning Some courses are offered in the tradi- school and college credits simultane- tional classroom format, others are pro- ously. Mount Vernon: 360.416.6655 vided through individualized, self-paced Running Start students attend SVC Toll free number: 1.877.385.5360 instruction in the Mount Vernon Campus classes during the school day, in the Can’t Come To Campus? Academic Skills Center, and certain evening, or participate in an online Let Us Come To You! ones are available through E-Learning. learning environment. Upon the satisfac- These courses are numbered below 100 Skagit Valley College is committed to tory completion of the course require- and, although taken for credit, are not ments, college credit is granted that students and providing quality educa- counted toward a college degree. tion at the time and place that is most may be transferable to most colleges convenient to their learning. With this in Basic Education for Adults and universities. Credits may also apply mind, the college offers a wide selec- to high school graduation requirements. tion of courses that are fully online and Basic Education for Adults (BEdA) High school juniors and seniors are eligi- hybrid. In a fully online course, students serves students who want to improve ble for Running Start. To become a Run- can access course content via the English language skills; complete a high ning Start student, students meet with internet and work with their classmates school diploma; prepare for the GED® their high school counselor. Then they using engaging technology from any- (General Educational Development) ex- must submit an admissions application, where and anytime they have internet ams; and/or improve academic skills in a current high school transcript, and access. Hybrid courses give you the reading, writing and math to prepare for determine and complete course place- best of both worlds offering some time transition to college level courses. Basic ment assessment. A signed Running in the classroom and the other instruc- Education offers English Language Start Enrollment Verification Form is tion hours online when it is convenient Acquistion (ELA), College and Career required before a Running Start student for the learner. Almost all of our face-to- Bridge (CCB), and HS21+ Adult High registers for courses. To view the steps face classes even use the online technol- School Diploma (HSC) courses. for applying to Running Start, view www. skagit.edu\runningstart. ogy (example: email, website resources, English Language Acquisition online videos, learning management The Running Start program may cover system, etc.) to help enhance the learn- Classes in English Language Acquistion the cost of tuition for up to 15 credits of ing experience. (ELA) and Academic English as a Sec- college-level courses per quarter. Stu- Online degree options include: AA-DTA, ond Language provide language instruc- dents are responsible for paying fees, a two-year transfer degree, an Associate tion to non-native speakers of English. purchasing books, supplies or materials, of Technical Arts degree in Computer ELA offers beginning, intermediate and must follow all regular SVC poli- Information Systems or Multimedia and and advanced classes primarily for cies and regulations regarding student Interactive Technology, and an Associ- immigrants in our community. Classes performance, behavior, and course ate of Arts General Studies degree. Most emphasize listening, speaking, read- prerequisites. requirements for many other degrees ing, and writing skills. Job readiness and certificates can be completed on- is a component of all ELA courses, as High School Diploma line. For more information about cours- well as the practical use of English in There are two ways to earn a high es offered online and learning support everyday life. Students in upper levels school diploma from Skagit Valley services available to you as an online are encouraged to pursue additional ed- College: student check out the website elearning. ucational opportunities such as I-BEST, 1. Adult High School Completion skagit.edu College and Career Bridge (CCB), high school completion, Academic ESL and/ An individual who satisfactorily Developmental Education or college certificates and degrees. meets the high school requirements as determined by the college shall be Mount Vernon: 360.416.7642 AESL courses are offered to internation- awarded a diploma from the col- Whidbey Island: 360.679.5307 al students and other non-native speak- lege, subject to rules adopted by the ers in conjunction with or preparation Many students entering college or Superintendent of Public Instruction for entering college credit programs. returning after some time away from and the State Board of Education. studies need and want additional work AESL courses provide students with the 2. Upon Completion of an Associate to prepare for college-level courses. To language skills needed to succeed in Degree help meet the needs of these students, Academic and Professional/Technical Skagit Valley College offers both tutorial studies at Skagit Valley College. An individual enrolled through Running Start who satisfactorily services and various levels of courses Running Start in foundational mathematics, reading, completes an associate degree, and writing. Placement in many of these Running Start is a cooperative effort including an Associate of Arts courses is determined by recommen- between Skagit Valley College and (AA), Associate of Science Transfer dation or performance on assessment local area high schools. The program (AS-T), Associate in Education tests required as part of the college allows high school juniors and seniors (A.ED.), Associate in Technical admissions process. to attend college classes and earn high Arts (ATA), Associate in Applied Science (AAS),or Associate in

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Applied Science Transfer (AAS-T), College in the High School (CHS) is a Journeyman status. VA approved. For shall be awarded a Washington dual credit program which provides more information, please call the ap- State high school diploma from college-level academic courses to 10th, prenticeship office at 360.428.5080. the college upon request from the 11th, and 12th grade students. Courses student. (These individuals are are taught at the high school, by high Facilities Custodian Apprenticeship not required to complete the State school teachers, with college curriculum A 42-credit program covering on- the- Board of Education’s graduation managed by college faculty and staff. job training and related instruction. VA requirements.) For more information, please visit the approved. For more information please An individual 21 years or older who College in the High School webpage. call the Washington Public School Clas- sified Employees apprenticeship office enrolls in the college for the purpose Apprenticeship Programs of obtaining an associate degree and at 360.338.2240. who satisfactorily completes an asso- Carpenter Apprenticeship Cooperative Education ciate degree, including an Associate A four-year program of paid on-the-job of Arts (AA), Associate of Science Mount Vernon: 360.416.7684 training and related instruction. Gradu- Transfer (AS-T), Associate in Educa- ates receive a journey level certification Cooperative education takes the student tion (A.ED.), Associate in Technical from the Department of Labor and out of the classroom and into the world Arts (ATA), or Associate in Applied Industries and the United Brotherhood of work, where it is possible to explore Science (AAS), Associate in Applied of Carpenters. VA approved. For more career-related hopes and dreams. Science Transfer (AAS-T), shall be information please call the apprentice- Cooperative education bridges the gap awarded a Washington State high ship office at 360.428.2933. between theory and practice and cre- school diploma from the college upon ates community partnerships with local request from the student. (These Instructional Assistant and Education employers. individuals are not required to com- Paraprofessional Apprenticeships The program is a requirement for all plete the State Board of Education’s This apprenticeship program is a struc- students who earn an Associate in graduation requirements.) tured program of on-the-job training and Applied Science (AAS) degree. Co-op 3. HS21+ Adult High School Diploma related classroom instruction provided offers students a chance to prepare for Individuals who have not yet ob- by Skagit Valley College. It is a joint careers in business, industry, govern- tained their high school diploma and effort by employers, employees and the ment and non-profit organizations. Co- are over the age of 21, can obtain State Department of Labor and Indus- op students gain work experience, build a competency-based high school tries to increase the skill level of K-12 a network of mentors, and learn what diploma through the HS21+ diploma public school employees and provide preparation they need to be successful program. High school competency employers with a pool of well-trained in their chosen field. requirements may be met through personnel with job specific skills. Opportunities normally exist for both prior learning in high school or col- The Washington Public School Classified volunteer and paid positions. Students lege coursework or work, life, and/or Employees Apprenticeship Committee, may work on- or off-campus and must military experience. in cooperation with Skagit Valley Col- complete at least 30 work hours per lege, provides two specific apprentice- credit. An on-line weekly seminar about CTE Dual Credit ship programs for employed paraeduca- work-related issues, such as communi- 360.416.7700 tors in K-12 public school settings. The cation, goal setting and problem-solv- Instructional Assistant program consists CTE Dual credit is a high school, dual ing, is also required. of 2,000 hours of on-the-job training and credit program, which means high 45 credits of related training. The Ed- Learning Into Action school students can earn high school ucational Paraprofessional program is and college credit for completing the Mount Vernon: 360.416.7684 also available to those apprentices that same course. These courses are part complete the Instructional Assistant Transfer degree-seeking students have of a Career and Technical Education program. The college courses selected the opportunity to synthesize and put (CTE) program that can lead to a college to meet apprenticeship requirements the knowledge and skills they have certificate or degree. CTE Dual Credit may also be used toward earning an learned into practice in an applied students gain tremendous advantages education paraprofessional certificate learning environment. Students may by preparing for their post-secondary or degree. Contact the Early Childhood complete a one credit, 30-hour project education while in high school. They Education (ECE) Dept Chair for current which allows them to creatively apply may pursue the credential that is right apprenticeship scholarship information. their knowledge, acquired skills, and for them, whether it be an associate or For more information contact Washing- critical thinking. Potential projects bachelor’s degree, or a post-secondary ton Public School Classified Employees include: community service, original industry certification. Some students Representative at 360.336.2240 or the research, study abroad, campus-related begin exploratory CTE Dual Credit- ECE Department Chair at 360.416.7787. activities, foreign travel, work study, courses in 9th or10th grade. Typically, thesis papers, mentoring, working with a student can link two or more years of Electrician Apprenticeship external agencies, visiting/developing high school with college credit classes. A five-year program of paid, on-the- exhibits, or capstone projects. Students For more information go to CTE Dual job training and related instruction. may participate in either individual or Credit web page. Includes classroom training covering collaborative projects, and carry out College in the High School all phases of electrical work leading to their projects in consultation with a fac- ulty sponsor. For more information, con-

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tact Counseling and Advising Services plan to help develop a company’s most for a minimum of three quarters. The at the Mount Vernon or Whidbey Island important asset - employees. Expertise specific and complete criteria for the campuses (Running Start students in any of the degree and certificate President’s Medal may be obtained in outside of the Mount Vernon School Dis- areas offered at SVC can be delivered at Enrollment Services. trict would need High School counselor a time, location, and topic customized permission prior to enrollment.). to your business. Through innovative Honors Reception assessment, delivery and evaluation, we One of the culminating events of every Parent Education provide excellent value. school year is the annual Honors Recep- tion. Both the Mount Vernon and Whid- Mount Vernon: 360.416.7635 Foreign Travel bey Island Campuses host a reception. Whidbey Island: 360.679.5347 The Honors Reception is a celebration Credit may be earned either through The Family Life program offers parents of both academic achievement and coursework associated with organized and families the opportunity for parent- student involvement in campus activi- trips sponsored by the college or ing support, education and involvement ties. More information about the Honor through independent travel, enrollment in a developmentally appropriate tod- Reception may be obtained at the Office in foreign educational institutions, or dler or cooperative preschool program. for Student Life. Participate in your child’s social and through international exchange pro- intellectual development and increase grams. Phi Theta Kappa your knowledge of child development, Independent Study Skagit Valley College is a member of health and safety, and much more. For Phi Theta Kappa, an international honor more information, contact the Family Independent study may be taken society for two-year colleges. The Theta Life program coordinator. through individual instructors for one to Upsilon Chapter is on the Mount Vernon five credits per quarter, in any depart- Campus, and the Alpha Omicron Sigma Community Programs ment. A limit of one independent study Chapter serves the Whidbey Island Community Education 360.416.7638 course per quarter is recommended. Campus. www.skagit.edu/computertraining The course numbers are 251-255 in the www.skagit.edu/communityeducation department in which the work is done Graduation and may be repeated for credit. An in- These non-credit classes and workshops dependent study form may be obtained Diploma Application are short in length, affordable, and from Enrollment Services and must be Students are required to submit a offered at convenient times including signed by the instructor, Department/ diploma application approximately two evenings and weekends. They include Division Chair and Dean prior to enroll- quarters prior to registering for their a wide variety of non-credit classes for ment. final quarter. The online application is personal enrichment and professional located at https://grad.skagit.edu/login. development. Honors and Graduation aspx. The Computer Training Institute offers Your degree and/or certificate status non-credit computer workshops on Honor Roll can be reviewed through Progress current software programs, operating At the conclusion of each quarter, those Tracker (degree audit) within your systems, and Internet activities. Cours- students who obtain a college-level MySVC account in the Resources/Advis- es are conducted in a hands-on comput- grade point average (GPA) of 3.75 or ing section and/or with your advisor. er training lab. Topics include personal better and have completed 12 credits or computers, Internet/e-mail, Microsoft more in college level courses numbered The degree and/or certificate will be Office applications, QuickBooks, and 100 or higher are placed on the Honor posted to your official transcript at the media applications such as Digital Roll. end of the quarter in which the require- Photography, Photoshop and Web Page ments were completed. The diploma will Design. Honors & High Honors be mailed approximately 12 weeks after the end of your last quarter. You may earn Continuing Education Graduates with a degree or certificate Units (CEU’s), contact hours or required and have a college-level GPA of 3.50 Commencement Ceremony certifications to maintain your profes- to 3.79 receive Honors. High Honors is awarded if the college level GPA is 3.80 All students who graduated or will be sional license through the community graduating during this current academ- education program. to 4.00. Honors designations are listed on the SVC transcript with the degree ic year (Summer 2019 through Spring Serving the Business Community and/or certificate title. 2020) are encouraged to attend the graduation commencement ceremony at Customized Training for Businesses President’s Medal the end of Spring Quarter. 360.416.7638 To be eligible for the Presidents Medal, To participate, the degree/certificate www.skagit.edu/customizedtraining graduating students must achieve a requirements must be satisfied, or be Businesses today are faced with emerg- 3.90 to 4.00 SVC college-level GPA, in- within 10 credits or two classes or one ing technology, limited resources, and cluding all SVC and transfer coursework. quarter of degree/certificate completion a changing marketplace. To keep up All grades must be ‘A’ or ‘A-‘, and no ‘I’ by the end of Spring Quarter 2020. with all these changes, employees need or ‘F’ grades in courses numbered over ongoing training. Skagit Valley College 100 are permitted. In addition, a maxi- provides efficient and effective training mum of two Pass ‘P’ grades are allowed with an eye on the bottom line and a and students must have attended SVC

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Eligibility rollment Verification Form is required • No TOEFL test is required for at the time a Running Start student admission Skagit Valley College admits students registers. • Dynamic Conversation Partner on a quarterly first come, first served Program basis. If you are a high school graduate How to Apply as a Drop-in and you apply to the college, you are Student • Peer Mentor Program eligible for admission. If you are not • Small classes, personal attention If you would like to attend SVC but are a high school graduate, and you are • One-to-one attention through an not seeking a degree or certificate, you 18 years of age or older, you may be international student office with may register as a “drop-in” student. Go admitted if: staff members to help you with all to www.skagit.edu/getstarted for more 1. Your high school class has graduat- your needs information and current registration ed; OR dates. The SVC Quarterly Schedule is • Excellent transfer record to 4-year 2. Your high school district has re- available online at www.skagit.edu/ institutions leased you; OR schedules. Students who plan to enroll • Academic English as a Second 3. You have successfully completed the in any courses that require pre-requi- Language Program, if needed General Educational Development site courses or skills must complete • SVC International Homestay (GED®) (or other high school equiv- an assessment to determine eligibility. program alency) test This may be completing assessment exams or providing transcripts from • Convenient on-campus student If you are under the age of 18 and a housing (dormitories) high school junior or senior, you may prior institutions. • Access to personal academic and apply to be conditionally admitted. Veteran Students Students who seek to be conditionally transfer advisors admitted must receive permission to Mount Vernon Campus:.. 360.416.7610 • English tutoring services through enroll from the high school district in Whidbey Island Campus:...... the Tutoring Center which you reside and the Skagit Valley 360.679.5389 • Excellent technical programs for College Associate Dean of Enrollment If you are a veteran, or a dependent of career training Services. a veteran, you may be eligible to utilize • Active clubs & student Students are admitted to SVC in the Veterans Educational benefits. For organizations order applications are received. During more information on Veterans bene- • Close to Seattle and Vancouver, registration, if a course fills, students fits opportunities, see the Veterans Canada who could not enroll in the course Education Services section located in may place themselves on a wait list. the Support Services section of this • Conveniently located to year-round As vacancies occur, students on the catalog, or contact one of our Veterans recreation (skiing, hiking, scuba wait list will be enrolled in the order in Education Offices. diving, golfing and kayaking) which they appear on the wait list. See • Public transportation and airport additional information about wait list International Students pickup upon first arrival procedures on the SVC website. 360.416.7891 English Language Requirements How to Apply The International Programs and Study International students may apply with Abroad Office provides services to or without TOEFL scores. Mount Vernon Campus:... 360.416.7700 international students attending Skagit Applicants without TOEFL Scores Whidbey Island Campus: 360.679.5319 Valley College. South Whidbey Center: 360.341.2324 Strong skills in English help ensure San Juan Center: 360.378.3220 If you choose to study at Skagit Valley success in other classes. Students College, you are sure to have the without TOEFL scores will be given a Submit a Skagit Valley College Applica- opportunity to receive an excellent placement test before registering for tion, available online through the SVC education. You will find many qualities classes. Students whose test results website. Learn more about your steps that may meet your needs: a fami- show skills adequate for college work to becoming a Cardinal here: www. ly-like atmosphere where everyone is will be excused from the Academic In- skagit.edu/getstarted. welcome, an appreciation of diversity tensive English Program (AIEP). Others Running Start and a desire to enrich the education we will be required to take AESL classes To become a Running Start student, provide with a global perspective. within the AIEP until the language students should speak with their high Students from throughout the world requirement has been met. school counselor or and review the choose Skagit Valley College for many Applicants with TOEFL Scores website www.skagit.edu/runningstart. reasons including: • TOEFL scores below iBT 45, CBT Students must submit an admissions • Safer, smaller town environment 133, or PBT 450: Students will be application and a current high school required to take Intensive English transcript as part of the enrollment • Family-like atmosphere courses until they are adequately process. A signed Running Start En- prepared for Bridge Levels.

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Students at Bridge Levels are application. (See www.skagit.edu/ • Driver’s license/state ID. Students considered matriculated college international for current costs.) must obtain a Washington State students. • Submit official transcripts from Driver’s License or Washington • TOEFL scores iBT 45-52, CBT 133- high school and any previous State Identification Card within 150, or PBT 450-473: Students colleges, including any ESL training. 30 days of arrival if they have will be accepted into Bridge 1, a current out-of-state driver’s • Copy of picture page in passport license which allows students to begin • If applicable, include a TOEFL their college degree program with • All motor vehicles, RV, boat, trailer score.** The SVC code for your support from the AIEP. registrations. All registrations TOEFL score is 4699. must be registered in Washington. • TOEFL scores iBT 53-60, CBT • $50 (U.S.) application fee. Students who own or drive a 153-170, or PBT 477-497: Students vehicle in Washington must be will be accepted into Bridge 2, In addition to the above application registered in Washington within which allows students to begin process, international students already 30 days of arrival. their college degree program with attending school in the U.S. on an F-1 support from the AIEP. student visa and who plan to transfer • Voter registration. Students who to Skagit Valley College should also have a current out-of-state voter’s • TOEFL scores iBT 61, CBT 173, or submit: registration must register to vote PBT 500 and above: Students are in Washington within 30 days 1. Copy of I-94 waived from the AIEP and will begin of arrival. If an individual has to work directly on their degree. 2. Copy of all previous I-20s issued. previously registered to vote in Transfer Credits 3. Transfer student information sheet another state, they must register completed by your current Interna- to vote in Washington. If the Many students receive transfer credits tional Student Advisor student does not register to vote in Washington, this means that s/ from their previous institutions which 4. Copy of passport pages that contain he may still vote absentee in the are located overseas. In some cases, photograph and VISA information. students have received between 50 prior state of residency For more information: and 60 transfer credits. Students will • Establish a bank account in Phone: 360.416.7891 need to go through a two-step process Washington. of having foreign transcripts evaluat- Fax: 360.416.7868 E-mail: • Be financially independent for the ed. First, submit transcripts for initial current and prior calendar years evaluation by one of the member orga- [email protected] Web: www.skagit.edu/international or students under 25 years of age, nizations on www.naces.org. Second, not financially independent, will after receiving the official evaluation Determination of Residence have residency determined based from the NACES member organization, on domicile of at least one parent. submit official evaluation results along Residency status is determined at the A student may be eligible for in-state with original transcripts and the SVC time your application for admission or tuition 12 months from the date transcript request form to Enrollment class registration is processed. The they began to establish domicile in Services for an official credit evalua- presumption is that before domicile Washington State This is because the tion. (Please note that all transcripts is established, an individual must do Washington statute says that domi- should be in English or accompanied everything a resident of Washington is cile must be in existence for one year by an official English translation.) It is required to do as stated below: immediately prior to the first day of the recommended that students start this 1. Students must prove conclusively quarter for which the student wants to process as soon as possible. that they have not come to Washing- be classified as a resident. ton State primarily for educational The determination for residency can Application Process purposes. be complicated and other factors All documents should be written in 2. Students must live in the state for at may help students establish proof of English or accompanied by an official least 12 consecutive months as le- domicile. After filling out the residency English translation. Original documents gal residents. A legal resident is an questionnaire, a residency expert will are required with all applications. It individual who has relinquished all review it and may request additional is your responsibility to make copies valid legal ties (e.g., driver’s license, documentation. before submitting. We will not make voter registration, vehicle registra- copies for you. An admission decision tion, etc.) with their former state of Proof of Residency will be made after all documents have residence and established such ties been submitted and evaluated. in Washington. No single factor or specific combina- tion of factors provide a guarantee that Application Steps: 3. Establish legal ties: a student will be eligible for residency • Permanent employment of 30+ status. A student can begin to estab- • Complete the on-line international hours/week will be a factor (if lish and document residency in the Student Application taking more than 6 credits a state of Washington by completing the • Submit official bank statement quarter during the first year of following: and complete Certificate of being present in Washington • Obtain a Washington State driver Financial Responsibility (sponsor State). license or identification card. letter), located on the back of the

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• Register all motor vehicles, since earning the high school diploma recreational vehicles, boat, and or its equivalent. For more information trailers in the state of Washington. please contact Enrollment Services, • Register to vote in the state of 360.716.7700. Washington. • Provide copies of your rent receipts (or lease agreements or home purchase papers). • Open (or transfer) your checking/ savings account to a bank branch in Washington State. • Submission of a copy of the Federal Tax return. • Keep receipts from Immigration and Naturalization Service that show the date your application for Permanent Resident Status was filed (if applicable). After you have established domicile in the state of Washington for the required period, it is your responsibil- ity to request a change in residency status. Applications for a change in classification will be accepted up to the thirtieth calendar day following the first day of the quarter for which application is made. For additional information Mount Vernon Campus:... 360.416.7700 Whidbey Island Campus:.360.675.6656 Residency for Military Personnel If you are active duty military, sta- tioned in the state of Washington, you, your spouse and dependents qualify as residents for tuition purposes. At the time you, your spouse or dependent family members apply for admission, you must provide documentation such as a copy of your military ID card or other appropriate documents. Student Eligibility to Pay In‑State Tuition RCW 28B.15.012(e) (commonly re- ferred to as HB 1079) which took effect July 1, 2003 allows people who are not documented as citizens to attend col- lege paying in-state tuition. Eligibility: People who have resided in Washing- ton State for the three years immedi- ately prior to receiving a high school diploma and completed the full senior year at a Washington high school or who have completed the equivalent of a high school diploma and resid- ed in Washington State for the three years immediately before receiving the equivalent of the diploma and who have continuously resided in the state

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Tuition AT 107, 124, 133, 205, 212, 220, 225 HIST& 146, 147, 148, 214, 242...... $10 ...... $200 SOSC 100...... $10 For academic purposes and certifica- AT 141...... $300 tion for various benefits (insurance, DRMA(&) 101, 236, 237, 238...... $10 BASEC Lab Fees student loans and financial aid, social MUSC(&) 105, 127, 128, 129...... $10 security, tax credits, etc.), full-time ENVC 302...... $25 status is defined as 12 or more cred- CHEM 301, ENVC 304, 310, 315, 320, POLS& 101,102...... $10 its. The tuition schedule, special fees 327, 405, 407, 412, 420, and 424. $80 PHIL(&) 101,115...... $10 and other class fees are listed in this BASAM Fees ART(&) 100, 142, 143, 144, 160.....$10 catalog, on the website, or you can call BASAM 324, SOC 420, BUS 450..... $5 one of the following numbers for more PSYC& 100...... $10 BASAM 332, BUS 410, PSYC 412...$10 information. BASAM 301, 334...... $15 Environmental Science 101 Summer 360.416.7600 (Mount Vernon) Field Study Course Fee...... $500 Biological Sciences 205 Summer Field 360.341.2324 (South Whidbey) Study Course Fee...... $1000 Environmental Conservation Lab Fee 360.679.5330 (Whidbey Island) ENVC 225...... $40 360.378.3220 (San Juan) Composites Lab Fee ENVC 101, 102, 112, 122, 123, 130, CMPST 121, 123, 126, 127, 128, 129, 140, 165, 201, 202, 210, 211, 212, Fees 130, 220...... $200 220, 221, 231, 232, 244, 249...... $75 Subject to change by the Washington Computer Information Systems (CIS) Environmental Sustainable Agriculture. State legislature and/or the Skagit Val- CIS 180, 221, 222, 223, 233...... $100 ley College Board of Trustees. ENVAG 101, 103, 106, 224, 227, 228, CIS 104, 105, 114, 118, 145, 146, 231, 270, 271, 298...... $75 147, 148, 150, 240, 241, 242, 243.. $5 Additional Fees FIRE Science Fees Craft Brew (BRW) CCB-ELA-HSC21 Fee...... $25.00 FIRE 119...... $520 BRW 101, 103, 105, 120, 135...... $25 per person, per quarter FIRE 120...... $825 BRW 160...... $250 Student Fees FIRE 121...... $250 BRW 161...... $300 FIRE 122...... $350 Student Technology Fee.$5.00 per credit BRW 198...... $75 ($40.00 maximum) FIRE 126...... $55 Criminal Justice Lab Fees General Use Fee...... $4.50 per credit FIRE 130...... $30 CJ 215...... $35 ($67.50 maximum) FIRE 140...... $100 Parks Law Enforcement Academy - FIRE 160...... $260 Universal Technology Fee...... $10 PRLEA CJ 241...... $1,550 per credit FIRE 240...... $120 Police Reserve Academy - BLERA FIRE 242, 243...... $140 Student Building Fee...... $1.50 per credit CJ 236...... $325 FIRE 246...... $68 ($15 maximum) Culinary Arts FIRE 247, 248...... $70 State Classified Employees...... $20.00 CUL 237, 298...... $125 Flagging ID Card Replacement...... $5 Replacement Diploma...... $10.00 CUL 165, 174, 185, 238, 239, 240, Allied Health and Nurse Name Tag 241, 242...... $200 Class Fees (per quarter) Replacement...... $5 Dental Assistant Allied Health Education (AHE) General Liability Insurance Coverage DEN 110, 112, 114...... $50 AHE 105, 110, 200...... $50 AHE 103, 116, 130, 136...... $2.50 Desert Odyssey Learning Community AHE 114...... $150 ALL PHARM...... $2.50 ...... $1,000 AHE 133,135...... $75 ALL HFT...... $2.50 AHE 101...... $20 Diesel ALL NCTA DEN/VETA...... $2.50 AHE 132, 134...... $25 DSL 102, 103 104, 202, 203, 204...... Geographic Information Systems AHE 106...... $75 $150 Lab Fee AHE 107,108,113,115,120, 122, 123 Drama GIS 101, 102, 105, 106, 202, 203. $30 ...... $125 101, 133, 134, 136, 137, 138, 139, Health & Fitness Lab...... $20 AHE 117...... $300 151, 152, 153, 154, 230, 235...... $20 HFT 100, 107...... $20 Art Studio...... $40 Early Childhood Ed (ECED, EDUC) Automotive Tech (AT) ECED& 105, 160, 190...... $10 Life Drawing...... $40 AT 101, 201...... $75 EDUC& 122...... $10 Manufacturing AT 206...... $100 English Mount Vernon Lab Fee MANF 110, 121, 140, 145, 150, 156 AT 104, 105...... $40 ENGL(&) 99, 101, 102, 103, 112, 113, ...... $35 AT 121, 131, 207, 210, 215...... $175 115, 120, 152, 202, 220, 233, 250, MANF 103, 122, 125, 177, 210, 215, 254, 283, 299, 324...... $10 250, 256...... $70

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Lower Division Tuition Table MANF 120...... $75 MANF 115,190, 205...... $100 Courses below 300-level; does not apply to CCB, ELA, or HSC Courses Marine Maintenance Technology lab Credits Washington Resident Non-State Resident Non-US Resident fee MT 105, 132, 133, 136, 160, 161, 1 $109.99 $165.40 $287.8 6 204, 270...... $105 2 $219.98 $330.80 $575.72 MT 216, 236, 240...... $50 3 $329.97 $496.20 $863.58 Math Lab Course Fee...... $22 4 $439.96 $661.60 $1,151.44 Multimedia Game and Web 5 $549.95 $ 827.0 0 $1,439.30 Development 6 $659.94 $992.40 $1,727.16 MIT 205 - NCTA Fee...... $20 7 $769.93 $1,157.8 0 $2,015.02 Music Lab Fees 8 $879.92 $1,323.20 $2,302.88 MUSC(&) 108, 111, 112, 113, 121, 122, 123, 137, 138, 141, 142, 143, 9 $989.91 $1,488.60 $2,590.74 144, 160, 211, 212, 221, 222, 223, 10 $1,099.90 $1,654.00 $2,878.60 241, 242, 243 ...... $20 11 $1,154.32 $1,793.27 $2,940.27 Music Lesson Course Fee...... $550 12 $1,208.74 $1,932.54 $3,001.94 Natural Science Field Study Course Fee...... $1000 13 $1,263.16 $2,071.81 $3,063.61 14 $1,317.5 8 $2,211.08 $3,125.28 Nursing NURS 100 (NAC) Lab Fee...... $75 15 $1,372.00 $2,350.35 $3,186.95 NURS 285, 288, 294, 298...... $30 16 $1,426.42 $2,489.62 $3,248.62 NURS 173, 273...... $360 17 $1,480.84 $2,628.89 $3,310.29 NURS 276, 279...... $180 18 $1,535.26 $2,768.16 $3,371.96 NURS 171, 181, 191, 271, 274, 281, 19 $1,634.19 $2,896.04 $3,648.76 284, 287...... $50 NURS 182, 192, 282, 292...... $60 20 $1,733.12 $3,023.92 $3,925.56 NURS 291, 297...... $485 Upper Division Tuition Table NURS 294...... $80 Nursing/Medical Assistant/Pharmacy 300- and 400-level Courses Tech Malpractice Insurance (per year). NURS 100, 171, 275, 281, 294.$18.50 Credits Washington Resident Non-State Resident Non-US Resident Nutrition Lab fee...... $20 1 $214.84 $325.64 $614.26 Office and Business Technology Fees... 2 $429.68 $651.28 $1,228.52 OBT 98, 99, 115, 116, 118, 122, 124, 3 $644.52 $976.92 $1,842.78 126, 132, 134, 135, 160, 161, 162, 4 $859.36 $1,302.56 $2,457.0 4 204, 210, 215, 232, 244...... $10 5 $1074.2 $1,628.20 $3,071.30 ACCT 142, 145, 146, 244...... $10 OBT 140...... $15 6 $1289.04 $1,953.84 $3,685.56 ACCT 242...... $50 7 $1503.88 $2,279.48 $4,299.82 Physical Education Lab Fee...... 8 $1718.72 $2,605.12 $4,914.08 PE all...... $3 9 $1933.56 $2,930.76 $5,528.34 PE 105, 106, 107, 167...... $10 10 $2148.4 $3,256.40 $6,142.60 PE 200...... $25 11 $2159.02 $3,555.91 $6,153.99 Science Lab...... 12 $2169.64 $3,855.42 $6,165.38 BIOL& 260...... $100 Distant Ed: EASC 102, ENVS& 101, 13 $2180.26 $4,154.93 $6,176.77 OCEA& 101...... $58 14 $2190.88 $4,454.44 $6,188.16 BIOL&, ENVS&, NASC lab courses.$65 15 $2201.5 $4,753.95 $6,199.55 ASTR&, EASC&, CHEM&, GEOL& 16 $2212.12 $5,053.46 $6,210.94 PHYS& Lab courses...... $58 17 $2222.74 $5,352.97 $6,222.33 Student Intern Insurance (per year) $10 18 $2233.36 $5,652.48 $6,233.72 Technical Design...... 19 $2437.14 $5,940.60 $6,836.92 TECD 103, 104, 105, 107...... $100 20 $2640.92 $6,228.72 $7,4 4 0.12 TECD 220...... $50

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Veterinary Assistant net price of your education. The net have failed to result in full payment. VETA 105, 107, 110, 112, 113 - NCTA price is calculated as estimated cost of Students are responsible for paying all fee...... $70 attendance (tuition and required fees, collection fees assessed. In the event of VETA 111...... $125 books and supplies, room and board a disagreement about payments due, (meals), and other approved related you may request an informal hearing Welding expenses) minus estimated grant and with the Vice President of Student WT 111, 112, 113, 114, 116, 117, 224, scholarship aid. All figures provided by Services. 225, 226, 227...... $25 the calculator are estimates and are WT 131, 133, 231, 234...... $65 subject to change. While all efforts are Refund Policy WT 200, 211, 212, 213, 221, 222, 223. made to ensure the accuracy of the Information on the Refund Policy can $250 calculator, every student’s situation is be found in Policies and Regulations. Whidbey Swimming...... $10 different so students are encouraged to do their own calculations as well. The Veterans/Military Tuition Funding Lockers calculator can be found on the college Skagit Valley College offers a variety Non-disabled...... $5.00 website at www.skagit.edu/netpricecal- of Veterans’ Education resources and Parking Fines culator. services, including, but not limited to General...... $10 the administration of education ben- Basic Education efits and tuition assistance. For more Carpool Parking without permit.....$20 information on these services, please If parked in handicapped...... $75 Tuition for the program is $25 per see the Veterans’ Education Services quarter. Students may qualify for If parked in fire lanes...... $50 section located in the Student Services a tuition waiver based on income. Tests section of the catalog. Students who want to improve English Credit by exam (per credit). Tuition language skills, complete a HS21+ Eligibility for Resident Rate costs must be paid in addition to the Adult High School Diploma or GED®, or $2/credit...... $2 improve academic math, reading and Tuition Retest for COMPASS/ACCUPLACER.... writing skills to prepare for college level • ESSB 5355 modified the definition $25 course work may be eligible for Basic of resident student to comply with GED®...... $150 Education classes. To enroll in English federal requirements established by Writing and other Retests...... $30 Language Acquisition (ELA), High the Veterans Access, Choice, and GED® Transcript...... $4 School Completion (HSC) or College Accountability Act of 2014 (Choice Prior Learning Credit (per credit).. $60 and Career Bridge (CCB) students must Act). The Choice Act requires states Prior Learning Assessment....$250/flat complete a registration form for an to charge in-state tuition and fees to fee orientation class (ELA 010 or CCB 010). “covered individuals” training under Non-SVC proctored private tests... $40 During the orientation students will be the Post-9/11 GI Bill® and the (per hr.) assessed and placed in the appropriate Montgomery GI Bill®. classes. For more information or assis- State Support of Higher tance call 360-416-7640 or visit Lewis A “covered individual” is defined in Education Students Hall room 127 on the Mount Vernon the Choice Act as: Campus. • A Veteran who lives in Washington The average cost to educate a resi- (regardless of his/her formal state dent full-time community or technical Penalties for Non-Payment of residence) and enrolls at SVC college student for the 2018-19 aca- Tuition and fees are the student’s within three years of discharge from demic year is $8,640. Students pay responsibility. Failure to attend a class a period of active duty service of 90 an average of $3,192 in tuition toward does not constitute a course drop/with- days or more. this cost. The remaining $5,448 is an drawal. Students who do not officially • A spouse or child using transferred “opportunity pathway” provided by the withdraw will be assessed full tuition benefits who lives in Washington State and is funded by state taxes and and fees, and refunds will not be made. (regardless of his/her formal state other sources. The amounts shown are Requests for late drops will not be of residence) and enrolls at SVC averages for a full-time, resident stu- granted simply because the student within 3 years of the transferor’s dent. The actual tuition a student pays was unaware of the policies, or failed to discharge from active duty. will vary due to credit load, residency submit a drop form. status and other factors. • A spouse or child using benefits In the event of non-payment, the under the Marine Gunnery Sergeant Pursuant to RCW 28B.15.0681 the college may pursue the collection of John David Fry Scholarship who sources of all institutional revenue re- amounts due as allowed by law, and lives in Washington (regardless of ceived during the prior academic year will add collection costs to the amount his/her formal state of residence) and the uses of tuition revenue collect- due. Unpaid accounts may be sent and enrolls at SVC within 3 years ed during the prior academic year can to an outside collection agency and of the service member’s death in be found here. may be reported to one or more credit the line of duty following a period Net Price Calculator bureau reporting services. Collec- of active duty service of 90 days or tion agency fees of up to 50% will be more. SVC has provided a tool intended to assessed on the unpaid balance of an • Veteran students utilizing Chapter assist you in determining the estimated account, after internal collection efforts 31 Vocational Rehabilitation and

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Employment Benefits (Effective • Selected programs of study at An “eligible veteran or national guard March 1, 2019). Skagit Valley College are approved member” means a Washington Individuals who initially meet the by the Workforce Training and domiciliary who was an active or reserve requirements above will maintain Education Coordinating Board's member of the U.S. military in a war “covered individual” status as long as State Approving Agency (WTECB/ or conflict fought on foreign soil or in they remain continuously enrolled at SAA) for enrollment of those eligible international waters, and if discharged SVC even if they are outside the 3-year to receive benefits under Title 38 from service, has received an honorable window or enroll in multiple programs. and Title 10, USC. discharge. Continuity of enrollment is not broken Veterans Tuition Discount Military Tuition Assistance (TA) by holiday vacations; vacation periods; periods during the school year between A veteran who was honorably dis- Tuition Assistance (TA) for eligible quarters or by non-enrollment in sum- charged from the United States Armed active duty military personnel offers mer quarter. Forces may be eligible for a 20% tuition financial assistance with the cost It is not necessary for the student to waiver if the student meets all of the of tuition and allows for a waiver of take steps to establish Washington as following requirements: all college fees. Active duty military their permanent domicile although they A Washington domiciliary personnel using TA for the first time must contact the VEC (Virtual Educa- may want to do so if they plan to stay While serving as an active or reserve tion Center) or ESO (Education Service in Washington, especially if they plan to member in the U.S. Armed Forces or Office) for their appropriate branch of attend college after they exhaust their National Guard, the veteran served in service. It is recommended that you benefits. a war, conflict fought on foreign soil, submit applications to your command international waters, or in another lo- Veterans Benefits and a minimum of 30 days prior to the start cation in support of U.S. Armed Forces of the quarter for which you plan to Transitions Act of 2018 VA that were on foreign soil or internation- attend. TA requests must be approved Pending Payment Compliance al waters. by your command between 120 and 14 In accordance with Title 38 US Code That service is recorded on the veter- days prior to the start of the quarter. In 3679 subsection (e), this school adopts ans DD214 or other official documents. addition to applying to your command, the following additional provisions for you also need to complete the admis- any students using U.S. Department Tuition Waivers for Families sion process with Skagit Valley College. of Veterans Affairs (VA) Post 9/11 G.I. of Fallen or 100% Disabled For further assistance, or general Bill® (Ch. 33) or Vocational Rehabilita- Veterans and National Guard questions regarding Military Tuition tion and Employment (Ch. 31) benefits, Members Assistance, contact: Sue Jensen in while payment to the institution is Enrollment Services on the Whidbey Skagit Valley College will waive all pending from the VA. Island Campus: 360.679.5329.t tuition and certain fees for the children, This school will not: adopted children or stepchildren, and My Career Advancement • Prevent the students' enrollment; spouses of eligible veterans or National Account Scholarship (MyCAA) - • Assess a late penalty fee to; Guard members, who died while on Helping Spouses Reach Career I. Require student secure alterna- active duty, are permanently and totally tive or additional funding; disabled because of service connected Goals injury or illness, are missing in action, II. Deny their access to any resourc- The MyCAA Scholarship is available are prisoners of war or who are rated es (access to classes, libraries, or for eligible military spouses to pursue by the Veteran’s Administration as other institutional facilities) avail- licenses, certificates, certifications or 100% disabled. able to other students who have certain associate degrees necessary satisfied their tuition and fee bills To be eligible, a child must be between to gain employment. To use MyCAA to the institution. the age of 17 and 26 and the child you must create an account online at of a Washington State domiciliary. A However, to qualify for this provision, https://aiportal.acc.af.mil/mycaa. All surviving spouse must be a Washington such students may be required to: approvals for MyCAA must be com- domiciliary, and it must have been ten pleted 15 days prior to the start of the • Produce the Certificate of Eligibility years or less since the loss. In addition, quarter. In addition to applying through by the first day of class; the spouse must not have remarried. the MyCAA portal, you also need to • Provide written request to be Each recipient’s continued eligibility complete the admission process with certified; is subject to the school’s satisfactory Skagit Valley College. progress policy. • Provide additional information For further assistance, or general needed to properly certify the Total credits earned using this waiver questions regarding MyCAA, contact: enrollment as described in other may not exceed two hundred quarter Sue Jensen in Enrollment Services institutional policies. credits, or the equivalent semester on the Whidbey Island Campus: In addition: credits. The 200 quarter credit limit 360.679.5329. applies to all combined credits earned • Skagit Valley College complies with via this waiver at state of Washington the Department of Veterans Affairs colleges & universities. 85/15 rule for benefit enrollment purposes.

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Financial Aid of withdrawing or ceasing attendance. higher, and meet all other SVC financial Refund and repayment policies are aid requirements will be eligible for the Mount Vernon: 360.416.7666 outlined in the Conditions of Award, maximum award amount each year. Whidbey Island: 360.679.5320 available on the SVC Financial Aid web- Students must be enrolled in at least 3 As a student at Skagit Valley College, site. Sample repayment calculations aid-eligible credits. financial aid in the form of grants, are available upon request. Financial loans, and employment may be Aid students who officially or unofficial- Washington State Tuition Waiver available to assist with educational ly withdraw from all classes may owe State tuition waivers may be awarded expenses. Financial aid is awarded a repayment of federal, state, and/or to state residents with demonstrated according to policies set by the US institutional aid. financial need, to assist with tuition Department of Education, the state payment. of Washington, and Skagit Valley Other Eligibility Information SVC Grants College. To determine your financial Federal regulations require that stu- An institutional grant awarded to need, you must first complete a Free dents must have obtained a high school students with demonstrated financial Application for Federal Student Aid diploma or GED® or have demonstrat- need, to assist with direct and indi- (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.gov or, if you are ed an ability to benefit in an adult rect costs associated with their cost ineligible to complete the FAFSA, the learning environment (as defined by the of attendance, as determined by SVC. Washington Application for Student US Department of Education) in order Students must meet residency require- Financial Aid (WASFA) application at to be eligible for financial aid funding. ments to qualify. www.readysetgrad.org. Please visit If you receive financial aid, you must the Financial Aid Office for assistance maintain satisfactory academic prog- Employment with completing the applications. Most ress (SAP), in accordance with the SAP financial aid is awarded on a first-come, policy, which is available on the SVC Federal, State, and Institutional first-served basis relative to need and Financial Aid web page. Work-Study subject to availability of funds. Priority funding dates are established on an Grants Work-Study programs offer part-time annual basis and are published on the on-campus work for students with Financial Aid website. Federal PELL Grant demonstrated financial need. If eligible, you may work up to 19 hours per week A federal grant program, based on Eligibility Determinations and choose from a variety of jobs that significant financial need, for students offer valuable career-related experi- The information provided on the FAF- enrolled in an eligible degree or certifi- ence. Work-Study allows you to earn SA/WASFA determines your Expected cate program. Eligibility is established an hourly wage for work. Paychecks Family Contribution (EFC). The EFC will by completing the FAFSA. are issued twice a month. Placements then be subtracted from the budgeted Federal Supplemental Educational are not guaranteed. Program eligibil- “cost of attendance” to determine your ity is available to students enrolled at financial need. Need-based aid (grants Opportunity Grants (SEOG) least half-time (6 or more credits per and waivers) is awarded based on un- A federal grant program for students quarter) who meet all other eligibili- met financial need. After your FAFSA/ with exceptional financial need, who are ty requirements. Funds available are WASFA application has been received, enrolled at least half-time (6+ credits). based on limited annual funding. To additional information will be requested Preference is given to students receiv- view work-study positions, you can visit of you to verify the information provid- ing Pell Grants. the financial aid website and search the ed and to assist in an equitable distri- State Need Grant (SNG) online job board. bution of available funds. Students who have not been awarded financial aid An income-based state grant program Loans are still responsible for the payment for low-income state residents based of their tuition and fees. Students who on family size and income. State Need Federal Direct Subsidized and do not have completed applications Grant is dependent on limited state Unsubsidized Student Loans submitted by the priority deadlines es- funding, and is awarded on a first- Federal Direct Loans are long-term, low tablished by SVC will not be guaranteed come, first-served basis with priority interest/fee loans available through to have financial aid awarded by tuition given to students who are in the College the school and the U.S. Department of deadlines. Students should familiarize Bound Scholarship program. Eligibility Education. Interest rates/fees change themselves with the priority filing dead- is established by completing the FAFSA July 1 each year. Current interest rates lines on the SVC Financial Aid website. or WASFA. Students must be enrolled in at least 3 aid-eligible credits. and fees are updated on the SVC Finan- Financial Aid Refund and cial Aid website. A FAFSA is required College Bound Scholarship (CBS) in order to determine eligibility and Repayment Policy The College Bound Scholarship pro- receive Direct Loans. Students must Financial aid students are subject to gram provides financial assistance be pursuing an aid-eligible degree or the Federal Title IV, State, and institu- to low-income students who want to certificate. First time borrowers will tional refund and repayment policies. achieve the dream of a college educa- have their funds delayed until 30 days It is the responsibility of the financial tion. Students who enrolled in the CBS into the first quarter. aid recipient to carefully review these program in 7th or 8th grade, com- • A separate application is required policies to determine the ramifications pleted high school with a 2.0 GPA or by SVC in order to receive Direct

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WorkFirst Program * Borrower Limits 360.416.7971 Year Dependent Students Independent Students The WorkFirst Program assists eligible Annual Loan Limit (0-45 $5,500: No more than $9,500: No more than parents with job skills training and credits) $3,500 of this amount may $3,500 of this amount may preparation. Parents who qualify for be subsidized loan. be subsidized loan. the program may be eligible to receive Annual Loan Limit (46-90 $6,500: No more than $10,500: No more than WorkFirst Tuition Assistance to pay for credits) $4,500 of this amount may $4,500 of this amount may one quarter of tuition, fees and text- be subsidized loan. be subsidized loan. books for approved classes. Parents Annual Loan Limit (90+ $7,500: No more than $12,500: No more than who are working in paid employment credits) $5,500 of this amount may $5,500 of this amount may and meet the income guidelines be subsidized loan. be subsidized loan. maybe eligible. Those on Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Loans. The application is available Scholarships referred by their case manager for on the Financial Aid website and The SVC Foundation scholarship vocational training receive priority. For should be completed once the application process for the following more information please contact the student has received their award school year, begins in December Workforce Grants office. notification and determines or January of each year, with Basic Food Employment and Training additional funding may be needed. submission deadlines in mid- Program Direct Subsidized Loans March. All prospective, current, and graduating SVC students are eligible 360.416.7971 The U.S. Department of Education pays to apply. Other departmental and The Basic Food Employment and the interest on Direct Subsidized Loans outside agency scholarships may be Training Program (BFET) assists Food while you are enrolled at least half-time available throughout the year. For Stamp recipients who have been and for the first six months after you more information on SVC Foundation assessed as needing basic educa- leave school. Subsidized Loans are Scholarships, visit the Foundation tion, high school, GED®/ABE, ESL or available to students with demonstrat- website. vocational training in order to increase ed financial need. their opportunities for employment. Students are eligible to receive Subsi- Workforce Grant Scholarship Allowable costs include tuition, fees dized Loans for 150% of their degree/ Programs and books for education and support certificate length. If the maximum services. All Food Stamp recipients not timeframe is exceeded, loss of interest Worker Retraining receiving TANF may be eligible for the subsidy will occur. See ‘Federal Direct 360.416.7649 Food Stamp Employment and Training Loans-Getting-Started’ under the Finan- Program. For more information please Worker Retraining is a state-funded cial Aid portion of our website for more contact the Workforce Grants office. details. program that provides job-related training and employment services to Opportunity Grant Direct Unsubsidized Loans* dislocated and unemployed workers to 360.416.7971 (see table, next page) help them gain additional training in The goal of the Opportunity Grant is Unsubsidized Loans do not require their existing field or get started on a to help low-income adults reach the demonstrated financial need and begin new career path. You may be eligible educational tipping point - and beyond accruing interest upon first disburse- for Worker Retraining if you - in high-wage, high-demand careers. ment. Students are responsible for pay- • Have been laid off or have received Reaching the tipping point allows the ing the interest on Direct Unsubsidized a layoff notice from a WA State least prepared individuals to com- Loans. If students choose not to pay employer AND plete 45 credits, receive a credential, the interest while attending school and • Are currently receiving or are an increase job skills and knowledge during the grace period, interest will eligible to receive Washington State through career pathways. Eligible accrue and be added to the principal unemployment benefits; OR students pursuing approved pathways amount of the loan. • Have exhausted Washington State including Early Childhood Education; Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loans unemployment insurance benefits Allied Health; Nursing, Manufacturing; Welding; Manufacturing, Office and Federal Direct Parent PLUS (Parent within the past 48 months. Accounting Technologies, Business Loans for Undergraduate Students) • Have accepted Stop Gap Management and Automotive may re- Loans are not based on need, however Employment ceive funds to cover tuition, mandatory the student must complete the FAFSA • Are a Displaced Homemaker fees up to 45 credits and up to $1,000 and all other requested documents. • Are in danger of losing your current for books/supplies per academic year. PLUS loans are obtained by parents of job if you do not gain new skills For more information please contact dependent students to help meet their the Workforce Grants office. educational costs. The interest rate/ • Are a Veteran who has been fees for this loan changes July 1 each discharded within the past 48 year and interest is not deferred. Cur- months rent interest rates and fees are updated on the SVC Financial Aid website.

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Early Achievers Grant continuing their education due to un- Katelynn Orellana 360.416.6540 expected financial dilemmas. The fund [email protected] is only allocated for sudden, urgent, or 360.416.7856 Early Achievers Grant (EAG) serves unforeseen occurrences that require eligible students who are currently em- Whidbey Island Campus immediate attention and would impact Debbie Wysomierski ployed in an actively-participating Early the student’s ability to stay in College Achievers child care facility. EAOG [email protected] and complete their educational goal. 360.679.5320 provides 52 credits of college tuition Students must demonstrate “emergen- toward ECE training and up to $1,000 cy” financial need. Financial Aid without a High School per year toward the cost of books along Diploma or GED (Ability to Benefit) with wrap-around student support Types of emergency awards include services. • Transportation (limited to $150 Students without a High School Diplo- annually) ma or GED who are participating in a fi- Click here to learn more about the any nancial aid eligible degree or certificate of the above Workforce Grants pro- • Food assistance (limited to $200 program that is considered an eligible grams and to apply. annually) career pathway may qualify for federal Innovations in Creating Access to • Eviction and utility shut off notices and/or state financial aid. This sup- (case by case) Careers in Healthcare port is referred to as Ability to Benefit • Emergency housing-including (AtB). AtB has the potential to support 360.416.7971 sudden homelessness or job loss students in pursuit of postsecondary Innovations in Creating Access to education and training/credentials • Unexpected medical bills Careers in Healthcare (I-CATCH) is needed for careers in high-demand healthcare training support for in- • Stolen educational items occupations. For more information, dividuals aiming to achieve income For More Information please schedule an appointment with independence through well paying and Mount Vernon Campus Counseling and Advising by calling high demand careers in the healthcare Estevan Vivanco Meza 360.416.7654. industry. [email protected] Waivers & Discounts 360.416.7860 Other Financial Assistance Waivers or other programs may be Programs Katelynn Orellana available to certain unemployed, under- [email protected] employed or dislocated workers. For Tuition Payment Plan 360.416.7856 more information, call 360.416.7649. The Tuition Payment Plan allows stu- Whidbey Island Campus Athletic dents to make a partial tuition payment Debbie Wysomierski prior to the start of the quarter, and [email protected] College athletes carrying 12 or more defer their remaining tuition balance 360.679.5320 credits may be eligible for a 25% ath- letic waiver. The athletic department until approximately one month into Childcare Assistance the quarter. Students must make a must approve eligible students. The Childcare Assistance fund can 40% down payment of their tuition State Employees and are assessed a $30.00 process- assist you with the cost of out-of- ing fee. For more information contact: pocket dependent care expenses for Half-time or more, permanent state em- Mount Vernon Financial Aid Office at dependents residing with you during ployees may take courses per quarter 360.416.7666 or Whidbey Island Finan- the academic year for care incurred as (up to 6 credits) on a space-available cial Aid Office at 360.679.5320. a result of attending classes at Skagit basis (or in classes still open on the Valley College (i.e. during periods that first day of the quarter) for a reduced Cardinal Complete include but are not limited to class fee (restrictions apply). 360.416.7856 time, study time, fieldwork, internships, and commuting time to and from SVC).. Veterans The Cardinal Complete Program offers Dependents can include: any children See pages 15-16. funding and scholarship support to for whom you are the legal guardian, cover the cost of tuition and fees for Families of Fallen Veterans and step children or siblings who reside in students who are within 15 credits of National Guard Members your household whom you are respon- completion of an eligible degree or cer- sible for caring for. Childcare providers See pages 15-16. tificate program. In addition to being must be licensed by the Washington within 15 quarters of completion, a Unemployed or Under-Employed State Department of Early Learning. student must not owe a debt to SVC or Residents Do not include children over the age be on Financial Aid Suspension to qual- Unemployed or under-employed of 12. Must meet income guidelines to ify. Awards are based on funding levels. people may register for classes on a qualify. For more information, please contact space-available basis without tuition [email protected]. For More Information charges. Fees attached to coursework Mount Vernon Campus will be charged accordingly. You are Student Emergency Assistance Estevan Vivanco Meza eligible if you The Student Emergency Assistance [email protected] • Have lived in Washington for at least Fund was established to provide 360.416.7860 12 months. assistance to students at risk of not

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• Are 21 years of age or more. • Have not attended college in the past six months. • Are not receiving or eligible for unemployment compensation. • Have a combined monthly household income of below $1,254 for a one-member family, $1,587 for two, $1,959 for three, $2,312 for four, $2,644 for five (call for amount for additional dependents). • Have been or will be unemployed for six months prior to the start of the quarter.

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Counseling & Advising Services regular quarterly meetings with your • Tutoring advisor, before quarterly class registra- Our skilled student tutors provide Mount Vernon: 360.416.7654 tion, to help you decide on your class- one-on-one tutoring to help you Whidbey Island: 360.679.5319 es and to update your degree plan. excel in math, science, English and San Juan Center: 360.378.3220 Prior to the advising appointment, you many other classes. South Whidbey Center: 360.341.2324 should study the class offerings listed • College Success Skills Classes Web page: Counseling & Advising in this catalog and in the quarterly Counseling services are also available schedule. Our instructors will help you learn the study strategies used by the for current or returning SVC students In you first quarter at SVC, you will be most successful college students. to provide academic/educational assigned an advisor to help you choose These include effective test-taking counseling, career counseling, con- classes and plan your quarterly class strategies, memory enhancement, fidential crisis intervention and/or schedule. Your advisor will discuss ac- time management, note-taking, short-term personal counseling, as well ademic and employment opportunities reading comprehension and use of as referral to community resources to in your field of study and answer your technology. Students will develop help students adjust to, cope with, and questions. It is recommended that individual academic plans. succeed in college. students meet with their advisor prior For on campus employment options an to registration each quarter. • Academic Planning & Preparation online job board lists current work op- for Transfer portunities, and a computerized data Academic Transfer Services Advisors will work with you to look center provides access to employer Mount Vernon: 360.416.7654 at your strengths and weaknesses, profiles. For help in planning a course Whidbey Island: 360.679.5319 interests and personal situation, of study, contact Counseling and Advis- San Juan Center: 360.378.3220 and make a plan that is right for ing Services at the phone numbers or South Whidbey Center: 360.341.2324 you. We can help you understand web page listed above. Web page: Counseling & Advising our programs and degrees, includ- ing the variety of university transfer Transfer services at each campus and Planning Your Program options. You can also join us on center provide information and re- university visitations. Determining your class placement is sources to assist you in choosing and the first step toward student success. planning your transfer to a four-year • Personal Support To determine the best classes for you, college or university. If you would like help dealing with your writing, reading, and mathematics It is highly recommended that you con- the personal demands, stress and skills will be assessed. This will tell us tact the college or university of your responsibilities of being a college the level of coursework for which you choice to learn about their application student, our staff will take the time are prepared, as well as your readiness requirements. In addition, many aca- to listen to your concerns and can for entry into specific programs. demic majors have prerequisite cours- help you arrive at effective solutions. If you place into different courses es, and admission criteria for entrance. They can direct you to campus and based on different placement meth- It is important for you to contact your community resources and opportu- ods, Skagit Valley College will honor desired school at our transfer admis- nities for personal growth. the highest of your course placements. sion fair or directly, to learn these • Resources for Financing College Therefore, you want to make sure to re- requirements. Contact information is Financing one’s education is often view all your options. Go online to learn available from your adviser. more information about each option. a concern. Our counselors and TRIO Student Support Services instructors will help you under- Most new degree seeking students are stand the many resources available required to complete a First Quarter Program to you for financing your college Experience during their first quarter, Mount Vernon: 360.416.7636 attendance, including transferring this may be CSS 103, BUS& 101, or Whidbey Island: 360.679.5393 to the university, and can provide CSS 110 depending on their program assistance and advocacy within TRIO Student Support Services is a of study. This course will provide you these systems. Additionally, they will federally funded program, one of more with a solid foundation for academic provide an understanding of money than 900 similar programs nationwide. success and ensure that you have the management concepts so you are TRIO staff and peer tutors provide tools and support you need. able to make informed decisions a broad range of academic support In the First Quarter Experience, you about your financial choices. Some services to first generation and eco- will develop an education plan that additional funding may be available nomically disadvantaged students and outlines which courses you need to to TRIO students. students with disabilities. Our purpose complete for your degree program. is to teach students how to navigate Ensuring that you have an appropriate With the exception of the instructional the college system, identify their edu- plan to follow will help you to gradu- components, similar services are cational goals and achieve academic ate in a timely manner and meet your available at the Whidbey Island Campus. success. The following services are goals. You are encouraged to schedule free to eligible students:

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Tutoring about your financial choices. Some the Tuition, Financial Aid, and Funding additional funding may be available to section of the catalog. Mount Vernon: 360.416.7852 TRIO students. Whidbey Island: 360.679.5393 Disability Access Services With the exception of the instructional Drop-in and online tutoring is avail- components, similar services are avail- Mount Vernon: 360.416.7654 able free of charge if you would like to able at the Whidbey Island Campus. Whidbey Island: 360.679.5393 supplement your classroom instruc- San Juan Center: 360.378.3220 tion. Subject areas most often tutored Tutoring South Whidbey Center: 360.341.2324 include math, writing, sciences, and more online and on both the Whidbey Mount Vernon: 360.416.7852 Skagit Valley College offers a number Island and Mount Vernon campuses. Whidbey Island: 360.679.5393 of support services for students with Tutoring in other subject areas may Drop-in and online tutoring is avail- disabilities to ensure equal and timely also be available at either campus. able free of charge if you would like to access to content, programs and Please contact the Tutoring Center at supplement your classroom instruc- facilities. Each campus is organized to either WIC or Mount Vernon to learn tion. Subject areas most often tutored provide reasonable accommodations, more about tutoring subjects and include math, writing, sciences, and including core services to qualified schedules. more online and on both the Whidbey students with disabilities. Island and Mount Vernon campuses. You are eligible for services if you have College Success Skills Classes Tutoring in other subject areas may a physical, mental or sensory impair- also be available at either campus. ment that substantially limits one or Our instructors will help you learn the Please contact the Tutoring Center at more of your life activities; if you are study strategies used by the most suc- either WIC or Mount Vernon to learn perceived to have such impairment; if cessful college students. These include more about tutoring subjects and you have a record of such impairment effective test-taking strategies, mem- schedules. or have a condition that is recognizable ory enhancement, time management, and/or diagnosable. note-taking, reading comprehension Veterans’ Education Services and use of technology. Students will What services are available? develop individual academic plans. Mount Vernon Campus Lewis Hall - 115 | 360.416.7610 Services and accommodations will Academic Planning & Whidbey Island Campus be determined on an individual basis. Preparation for Transfer Oak Hall - 203 | 360.679.5392 They may include, but are not limit- ed to: accessible facilities, alternate Skagit Valley College has two Veter- Advisors will work with you to look at educational media, alternate testing, ans’ Education Offices, located on the your strengths and weaknesses, inter- manual and oral interpreters, note-tak- Mount Vernon Campus and the Whid- ests and personal situation, and make ing, alternative text, scribes, and bey Island Campus. These offices are a plan that is right for you. We can help equipment. Prior to receiving services, staffed by military and veteran-affiliat- you understand our programs and de- students must schedule and meet with ed students and staff who specialize grees, including the variety of univer- the Disability Access Services Coor- in certifying students for their veteran sity transfer options. You can also join dinator for the purposes of an Access and dependent education benefits, us on university visitations. Planning Meeting, to identify which as well as helping students navigate accommodations the student qualifies. Personal Support college resources. If you would like help dealing with the Services offered through the Veterans’ What are your responsibilities? Education Office include, but are not personal demands, stress and respon- • Identify yourself as a student with a limited to: sibilities of being a college student, our qualified disability staff will take the time to listen to your • Assistance with obtaining necessary • Provide documentation regarding concerns and can help you arrive at documents to utilize VA educational your disability effective solutions. They can direct you benefits • Request reasonable to campus and community resources • Eligibility requirements for and accommodations at SVC in a timely and opportunities for personal growth. certification of VA educational manner benefits Resources for Financing College • Meet and maintain academic • Information on tuition waivers standards. Financing one’s education is often a and residency status for eligible concern. Our counselors and instruc- military-affiliated students tors will help you understand the many Multicultural Student Services • Understanding and assistance with resources available to you for financing Mount Vernon: 360.416.7838 & navigating various college policies your college attendance, including 360.416.6744. Services available in and processes (registration, transferring to the university, and Spanish. can provide assistance and advocacy applying for other financial Whidbey Island: 360.679.5319 within these systems. Additionally, resources, etc.) they will provide an understanding of More information on funding and ed- Multicultural Student Services as- money management concepts so you ucational benefits available for mili- sists traditionally under-represented are able to make informed decisions tary-affiliated students can be found in students achieve academic success through programs and programming

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activities. Our programs facilitate stu- at 360.416.7762 or toll free 877.385- Student Online Services (SOS) is dent success by fostering and sustain- 5360, ext. 7762. available via phone, e-mail, chat and ing an inclusive campus community. the walk-in window, as well as various Our goal is to develop programs and Corrections Education online and face-to-face tutoring ses- resources that promote multicultural 360.416.7849 sions. Help and training is available so and social justice awareness, educa- you can successfully navigate Canvas, tion and appreciation for diversity. We Corrections Education is a program SVC’s online eLearning environment. support a welcoming, safe and con- designed to provide support and guid- Knowledgeable computer support is structive environment for all students. ance to justice involved individuals who available in the multimedia production would like to further their education in On the Mount Vernon Campus, the lab to help you with audio visual proj- order to become skillfully employed. ects as well assistance with collabo- Multicultural Student Services depart- The program offers academic advising, ment is located in the Gary Knutzen rative computer tools such as Tegrity, planning, and support throughout the Collaborate, and Skype. Cardinal Center within the Center for student’s time at Skagit Valley College. Student Leadership, Diversity and To learn more call 360.416.7849 or Library Services Involvement. email [email protected]. Website Multicultural Student Services offers: International Programs Email: [email protected] • Monthly heritage events (i.e., GENERAL INFORMATION (MV) Hispanic Heritage Month, American 360.416.7734 360.416.7850 Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Skagit Valley College has welcomed Reference Desk: 360.416.7847 Month, Women’s History Month, international students from all over the Circulation Desk: 360.416.7837 Black History Month, Asian and world since the late 1960s. Currently Whidbey Island: 360.679.5322 Pacific Islander, and many more). there are nearly 190 of these students The library is an essential part of • Diversity and Equity Talks studying at SVC, representing over 20 different countries. Understanding educational life at SVC. Many classes • Support Services for the unique needs of students studying require library research to complete Undocumented Students abroad, the International Programs assignments. Our library collection of • Leadership Development Office provides comprehensive support more than 78,000print, e-books, and Opportunities throughout the student’s tenure at media titles is developed to support • American Indian/Alaska Native SVC. This means that from the time in- the different disciplines taught at Community Gatherings ternational students apply, are picked SVC. The SVC library subscribes to up at the airport, and until their grad- multiple online databases, including • Workshops and Diversity Academic Search Premier and Pro- Conferences uation, the International Programs Of- fice is constantly supporting students Quest Research Library, which index • Champions of Diversity in their new environment, helping them over 10,000 periodicals, ebooks, Scholarships to succeed. and newspapers. More than 5,000 of • Multicultural and Diversity Clubs the indexed titles are full-text. Other Please note that the International databases provide access to reference • Referrals to resources both on and Programs Office is also the Interna- books and articles in various disci- off campus tional Admissions Office where I-20s plines such as health, science, social • Mentoring Program - Aim High are issued and students are tracked science, literature, and art. The library according to policies set by SEVIS (Stu- collection and online databases are Life Transitions Program dent & Exchange Visitor Information accessible through the library’s web- System) that has been created by the Mount Vernon: 360.416.7762 site. A daily courier service between Department of Homeland Security. SVC Life Transition Program promotes the campuses allows quick access to the intellectual, ethical, educational Learning Resources materials at either the Mount Vernon and personal development of students Campus or Whidbey Island Campus Technology for Your Use and the people of our community. We libraries. are committed to promoting equity, Skagit Valley College has a continuing The library offers: dignity and respect for all cultural commitment to provide current tech- • Individual reference help offered in backgrounds. The Life Transitions nologies to assist you in the successful person or by telephone. Online chat Program provides personal assistance pursuit of your education. The SVC li- and e-mail reference help available in entering college, exploring educa- brary has laptops for individual student on the library web site by clicking tional and career choices, and locat- use, general access and tutoring labs “Ask a Librarian.” ing the resources to make changes are equipped with student computers, • Online Research Guides that in your life. We can provide you with and classrooms and study lounges provide library research assistance referral and access to campus and have wireless access and multimedia for specific courses and college community resources. Life Transitions units to support eLearning and edu- initiatives. Classes are free for people who are in cational networking. For added conve- transition and are need of support to nience to students, both Mount Vernon • Research Instruction workshops find a direction. For more information, and Oak Harbor campus computer taught by library faculty in the contact the Life Transitions Program labs operate with extended hours while library or in the classroom. classes are in session.

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• Conference rooms for group Student Emergency Assistance water, cable TV, and WiFi. Applications study with large screen monitors Fund are on a basis and occupancy is and computer equipment (Mount filled on a first come, first serve basis, Vernon Campus only). The Student Emergency Assistance so apply early! For more information • Silent Study Room with study Fund was established to provide about on-campus housing or to fill out carrels assistance to students at risk of not an application, visit www.skagit.edu/ continuing their education due to un- cvv, email us [email protected], or • Meeting room with large screen expected financial dilemmas. The fund call 360-416-7650. Our hours are 8am- monitor and computer equipment is only allocated for sudden, urgent, or 7pm Monday through Friday (Monday (Mount Vernon Campus only) unforeseen occurrences that require through Thursday during the summer). • Desktop computers with Microsoft immediate attention and would impact Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, the student’s ability to stay in College Food Services Access, and other program-specific and complete their educational goal. A cafeteria on the Mount Vernon software at the Mount Vernon Students must demonstrate “emergency” Campus is open every school day. The and Whidbey Island campuses. financial need. Culinary Arts and Hospitality Manage- (Mount Vernon also offers Apple ment students prepare meals, bringing computers). Types of emergency awards include: quality and variety to the menu. Bever- • Transportation (limited to $150 • Laptop computers with Microsoft age and food service is also available annually) Office for library use only and for in the Student Lounge at the Whidbey one-week checkout with wireless • Food assistance (limited to $200 Island Campus. connectivity. annually) • Interlibrary loan services to enrolled • Eviction and utility shut off notices Bookstores students. (case by case) Mount Vernon: 360.416.7728 Library hours at Mount Vernon and • Emergency housing-including Whidbey Island: 360.679.5313 Whidbey Island campuses are planned sudden homelessness or job loss The Cardinal Bookstore is located on to accommodate both day and evening • Unexpected medical bills the Mount Vernon and Whidbey Island students. Please check the web site for • Stolen educational items Campuses, with support for San Juan current hours of operation. Learners Center and South Whidbey Center For More Information are served on a 24-hour, seven-day available at either store. basis through Internet access to the Mount Vernon Campus The bookstore stocks a wide variety of library collection and periodical data- Estevan Vivanco Meza items, including course materials and bases. [email protected] textbooks - both new and used - as well 360.416.7860 Library services for students at South as school supplies, uniforms, Skagit Whidbey, San Juan, and Marine Katelynn Orellana Valley College insignia items and cloth- Technology Centers are available via [email protected] ing, backpacks, and art materials. the library website. Materials may be 360.416.7856 At the end of each quarter, the book- requested online. They will be mailed Whidbey Island Campus store offers a textbook buy-back ser- to the appropriate center. Debbie Wysomierski vice. The bookstore web site Childcare and Emergency [email protected] www.cardinalbookstore.com can be 360.679.5320 Assistance used to purchase textbooks as well as Or for more information about Child- to look up textbook information and The Childcare Assistance fund can care Assitance and to apply, click pricing. These services can also be assist you with the cost of out-of- here. accessed through the College’s online pocket dependent care expenses for registration process. Housing - Mount Vernon Campus dependents residing with you during Both bookstore locations remain open the academic year for care incurred as 360.416.7650 in the evenings on selected days during a result of attending classes at Skagit Campus View Village is the affordable the first week of the quarter. Valley College (i.e. during periods that and active on-campus student housing include but are not limited to class complex offered through the Skagit time, study time, fieldwork, intern- Valley College Foundation. Campus ships, and commuting time to and View Village just steps away from the from SVC). Dependents can include: Mount Vernon campus and is a popular any children for whom you are the legal living community among student-ath- guardian, step children or siblings who letes, international students, and reside in your household whom you others looking for affordable housing are responsible for caring for. Child- and close campus proximity. Leases care providers must be licensed by are quarter-by-quarter, making it an the Washington State Department of ideal option for students who may not Early Learning. Do not include children be here for a full year and rent is all-in- over the age of 12. Must meet income clusive of utilities - one price covers guidelines to qualify. housing, heat, gas, electricity, garbage,

30 SKAGIT VALLEY COLLEGE | MOUNT VERNON | OAK HARBOR | FRIDAY HARBOR | LANGLEY | ANACORTES 6 Policies & Regulations Earning College Credits request to the Dean of Workforce Education. Once awarded, Advanced Standing may give you prerequisites necessary for The standard academic year is divided into three quarters of registration for courses that will count toward your certifi- approximately 11 weeks each, plus a summer session of ap- cate/ diploma. For example: a student who holds a current proximately 8 weeks. One credit is allowed for each lecture CPR/First Aid card from an approved agency may request a period or two hours of laboratory per week. The laboratory waiver of PE 200 as a requirement for their degree. Students period may consist of two or more hours. For each period of who receive advanced standing must still complete a mini- lecture or discussion, the average student should allow two mum of 90 credits to graduate with an Associate of Applied hours of outside preparation. Science Degree. A carefully planned course of 15 or more college-level cred- Tthis option only eliminates the requirement for the class but its per quarter may give you sufficient credits to graduate does not count as credits toward attainment of a degree. In the in two years. These credits should be chosen according to example offered, a student with a valid CPR card would not need the educational plan developed under the guidance of an to take the 2-credit PE 200 class but will still need a minimum of advisor. 90 credits overall to graduate with a degree. If you are a degree-seeking student, you are strongly encour- Standardized Tests aged to have your schedule of classes reviewed by your advi- sor. The following course credit loads require approval by an Non-traditional credits include credit by nationally stan- advisor and the Associate Dean of Enrollment Services: dardized tests such as College Level Examination Program (CLEP) and DANTES, military, vocational, and other non-ac- • 21 or more academic course credits credited training programs, independent study, and other • 22 or more professional-technical course credits. appropriate educational experiences. Students who request Prior Learning to be tested in a specific subject area using a nationally standardized test (such as the CLEP or American Chemical Prior learning is the knowledge and skills gained through Society tests) and score at or above the national reference work and life experience; through military training and standard or at a minimum level which shall be decided by experience; and through formal and informal education and the various departments. training from in-state and out-of-state institutions, including foreign institutions. For information, contact the Dean of Students who request to be tested in broad areas of General Workforce Education at 360.416.7802. Education such as natural science or humanities, may be granted a maximum of 45 credits (depending on the degree Credit for Prior Learning type, see below “Application of Non-Traditional Credit”) Currently enrolled SVC students may earn college credit through CLEP general examinations (not to exceed 9 credits based upon prior learning when they demonstrate by exam- per exam) or other similar nationally standardized tests. ination or evaluation that their professional experience or Challenging an SVC Course substantial prior learning meets the specific outcomes of a SVC course. Each department determines the evaluation Credit by Examination method students use to demonstrate mastery of the course content. Students seeking to acquire this form of college The following regulations have been established for awarding credits should complete the Petition for Non-Traditional credit by examination: Credit: For Prior Learning form and submit the form and all • Students may not receive credit by examination for documentation supporting their request to the Department subject matter less advanced than that for which they Chair for the program that oversees the course(s) the stu- have previously received credit. dent is challenging. A maximum of 30 credits is allowed for • No student shall be permitted to repeat any examination this method and there is a $60 per credit transcription fee for advanced credit. associated with this request. Certain pre-approved training • Students may not challenge courses they have previously programs may qualify for a Pre-Approved Prior Learning audited, failed or challenged and failed. Assessment Fee of $250 for up to 30 credits of transcribed credit. • Students may not receive credit by examination for lower division (100 and 200-level) language courses in the Advanced Standing student’s native language. The purpose of Advanced Standing is to replace a required • Students may not request credit by examination for any course with prior experience in military work/military course in which they are currently enrolled. schools or relevant employment in industry that can be The following is the process students should follow to request documented by employment records or through testing. credit by examination: Students seeking advanced standing credit should do so upon entry to Skagit Valley College by completing the Peti- Students who request to be tested in a specific course must tion for Non-Traditional Credit: Advanced Standing Request have faculty, department/division chair, and dean approval. form and submit the form and all documentation (including Forms may be obtained from Enrollment Services. Approved appropriate transcripts, DD295s, Joint Service Transcript forms must be returned to Enrollment Services with appro- (JST), or industry training documents) supporting their priate payment.

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1. The student pays a course challenge AP Test Score Equivalencies at requirement and 10 credits may fee of $2.00 per course credit. The Washington SBCTCs apply to the Science & Technology student also pays the tuition for the requirement. course itself. The chart included on this page rep- • For the Associate in Arts Direct 2. The student receives a receipt. The resents the minimum credit/courses Transfer Agreement (DTA) degree, student submits the receipt for awarded for each Advanced Placement the Associate in Business DTA the challenge to the instructor and (AP) exam, recognized by all commu- degree and the Associate in Pre- arranges a time with the instructor nity and technical colleges in Washing- Nursing DTA degree, a maximum to take the exam. ton. Please check with the institution of up to 15 non-traditional credits you are attending for specifics about 3. The instructor grades the exam and may be applied to the Physical how credit is awarded. This page Education requirement and to indicates the grade for the course also includes the State/SBCTC policy on the receipt and signs it. the gray area (p 50) elective (4.60.14) for awarding credit for AP requirements. 4. The instructor submits the signed scores. receipt with the grade at Enrollment • For the Associate in Science Services. 4.60.14 Advanced Placement transfer degrees and the Associate in Biology DTA, a maximum of up 5. The course grade based on the Washington state community and tech- to 6 non-traditional credits may challenge exam is posted on the nical colleges will award unrestricted be applied to the gray area (p 50) student’s transcript. elective credit for an Advanced Place- elective requirements. ment (AP) score of 3 or higher. Credit • For the Associate in Applied College Preparatory Program will be awarded on the basis of official Sciences degrees and/or certificate with Exams: Advanced AP results, not transcript notation. programs, a maximum of up to Placement, Cambridge Credits granted for general education 30 non-traditional credits may or major requirements will be specified International and International be applied toward departmental by the receiving institution’s AP credit Baccalaureate requirements as approved by the policies; otherwise, elective credit will department chair and appropriate • Entering students who have be granted dean. completed college preparatory program courses in high school and Military Service Schools • For the Associate in Arts General Studies degree, a maximum of up have taken the proficiency exams At Skagit Valley College (SVC), we use to 45 credits for non-traditional should have the transcript showing the following procedures to ensure learning may be granted: a their results sent to Enrollment every veteran receives the maximum maximum of 32 credits may apply Services on the Mount Vernon amount of college credit for military to the gray area (p 50) elective Campus. training possible. Military credits are requirements, 3 credits may • For Advanced Placement: Review considered to be “non-traditional” apply to the Physical Education the AP Test Score Equivalencies credits. requirement, and 10 credits may Table below. • SVC evaluates every civilian and apply to the Science & Technology • Credit earned through AP exams do military transcript received from requirement. not count toward the SVC residency active duty military and veterans • In some circumstances, minimum requirement. pursuing an education at SVC. resident credits requirements • Skagit Valley College will grant • SVC accepts the Joint Service may be waived for active duty a minimum elective credit for Transcript (JST) as an official military personnel pursuing an SVC each Cambridge International education transcript. program. Examination for A-level exam • SVC uses the American Council • For academic/transfer programs, with a passing grade or above for on Education (ACE) “A Guide to military courses marked with approved examinations. Credit the Evaluation of Educational “V”, “U” or “G” are generally not will be awarded on the basis of Experiences in the Armed Services” accepted. For some professional/ official Cambridge International as a guide. ACE translates military technical programs, military Examination results, not transcript courses and occupations into courses marked with “V”, “U” notation. Duplicate credit for the academic credit recommendations or “G” are accepted on a case- same subject taken on different and provides guidelines to interpret by-case basis as determined by exams will not be granted. No and recommend credit for college the department chair and/or grades are posted for A-level courses. appropriate dean. exams. • A maximum of up to 40 credits • Any remaining ACE credits on • Skagit Valley College will grant a for non-traditional learning may transcripts that do not match any minimum elective credit for an be granted toward the Associate courses in pursuit of any program International Baccalaureate (IB) in Arts General Studies degree: a of study will be accepted as elective Higher Level (HL) exam score of 5 maximum of 27 credits may apply credits whenever possible. or higher. Credit will be awarded on to the gray area (p 50) elective • All military credits must be the basis of official IB results, not requirements, 3 credits may reviewed and evaluated for a transcript notation apply to the Physical Education

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AP Test Score Equivalencies

Courses and Credits listed Courses and Credits listed AP Test Score below are the minimum AP Test Score below are the minimum awarded per score awarded per score

Art: Art History 3-5 ART& 100 (5) 3 JAPN& 121 (5) 4 JAPN& 121 JAPN& 122 (5) Art: Studio Art - 3 Elective (5) Japanese Language Drawing 4-5 Humanities Distribution (5) 5 JAPN& 121 JAPN& 122 JAPN& 123 (10) 3 Elective (5) Art: 2D Design 4-5 Humanities Distribution (5) Latin Literature 3 Elective (5) & Culture 3 Elective (5) Art: 3D Design 4-5 Humanities Distribution (5) 4-5 Humanities Distribution (5)

Biology 3-5 BIOL& 100, BIOL& 160 (5) Music Theory 3 MUSC& 131

Calculus AB 3-5 MATH& 151 (5) 4-5 MUSC& 131, MUSC& 141 (5) 3-5 MATH& 151 or MATH& 152 Calculus BC (5) Physics 1 3 Elective (5)

3-5 CHEM& 121 or CHEM& 161 (5) 4-5 Elective (5) / PHYS& 114, Chemistry 5 CHEM& 121, CHEM& 161, PHYS& 134 (5) CHEM& 162 (10) Physics 2 3 Elective (5) 3 CHIN& 121 (5) 4 CHIN& 121 or CHIN& 122 4-5 Elective (5) / PHYS& 115, Chinese Language 5 (5) PHYS& 135 (5) & Culture CHIN& 121 CHIN& 122 Physics C 3 Elective (5) CHIN& 123 (10) (Mechanics)

Computer Science 3-5 Elective (5) 4-5 Elective (5) / PHYS& 221 A (5)

Economics: Micro 3-5 ECON& 201 (5) Physics C (Elect. 3-5 Elective (5) Economics: Macro 3-5 ECON& 202 (5) & Mag.)

English: Lang 3 Elective (5) Elective (5) / PHYS& 223 & Comp 4-5 ENGL& 101 (5) (5)

English: Lit 3 Elective (5) Psychology 3 Elective (5) & Comp 4-5 ENGL& 101 (5) 4-5 PSYC& 100 (5) 3 ENVS& 100 (5) Environmental Spanish Language 3 SPAN& 121 (5) 4-5 ENVS& 100, ENVS& 101 Science & Culture (5) 4 SPAN& 121, SPAN& 122 3-5 HIST& 116, HIST& 117, European History (5) or HIST& 118 (5) 5 SPAN& 121, SPAN& 122, 3 FRCH& 121 (5) SPAN& 123 (10) French Language 4 FRCH& 121, FRCH& 122 (5) & Culture 5 FRCH& 121 FRCH& 122 Spanish Literature 3 SPAN& 121 (5) FRCH& 123 (10) & Culture

3 GERM& 121 (5) 4 SPAN& 121, SPAN& 122 4 GERM& 121, GERM& 122 (5) German Language 5 (5) & Culture GERM& 121 GERM& 122 5 SPAN& 121, SPAN& 122, GERM& 123 (10) SPAN& 123 ​ (10)

US Government 3 Elective (5) Statistics 3-5 MATH& 146 (5) & Politics 4-5 POLS& 202 (5) 3-4 / 5 HIST& 136, HIST& 137, 3 Elective (5) HIST& 146, HIST& 147, Comparative 4 POLS& 101 (5) U.S. History HIST& 148, HIST& 156, Government 5 POLS& 101, POLS& 201 HIST& 157, HIST& 158, & Politics (5) HIST& 159 (5) / (10) 3-5 HIST& 126, HIST& 127, Human Geography 3-5 GEOG& 200 (5) World History or HIST& 128 (5) 3-5 ITAL& 121 (5) Humanities Italian Language 5 Elective Only & Culture ITAL& 121 (5) Humanities Elective Only (10)

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student’s current program of study course requirements. meet requirements under the certif- by the end of their 3rd quarter. 2. Students transferring 30-44 icate or degrees currently in effect, • VA students may not opt out of a applicable college credits are they will be evaluated under the most transcript evaluation. required to complete one Integrative recent requirements, regardless of their enrollment status. This catalog is • A list of professional/technical Learning Experience and one in effect from Summer 2019 to Spring career pathways that enables Diversity course. 2020. students to learn about options and 3. Students transferring 0-29 credits opportunities to navigate their own are required to complete two Grade Reports education and career plans can be Integrative Learning Experiences found on the SVC website. and one Diversity course. At the end of each quarter, grade reports are available online at MySVC Waiver Application of non-traditional and are not mailed. Unofficial Tran- scripts are available at the Kiosk or Through the Waiver of Requirements credit online at MySVC. Official transcripts Process, a student asks the college to are available by submitting a transcript remove a particular program require- Associate in Arts-Direct Transfer request though the Student CLearning- ment due to successful completion Agreement (AA-DTA), Associate in house at www.getmytranscript.com. of another post-secondary courses, Business DTA/MRP, Associate in Pre- which overall, constitute equal content. Nursing DTA/MRP I (Incomplete) The minimum credit requirement is A maximum of 15 credits through An “I” or incomplete grade may be giv- still required to complete a degree or examination, independent study, CLEP, en at the end of a quarter, where in the certificate program. (NOTE: The waiver military programs, or professional/ judgment of the instructor the student process would be used only if no other technical credits may be applied only should have reasonable expectation of process would satisfy the student’s as elective credits. passing the course, but has not com- needs.) Associate in Science-Track 1 and 2 pleted the required work to justify as- Transferring in Credit From Other and Associate in Biology DTA/MRP signment of a grade. The student must Colleges Degree make appropriate arrangements to complete the missing work. This work Official transcripts from regionally A maximum of 6 credits through ex- must be completed within one quarter, accredited colleges and/or universities, amination, independent study, CLEP, or an “F” (fail) will automatically be as- or other learning experiences will be military programs, or professional/ signed. An Incomplete Contract should evaluated upon request. The follow- technical credits may be applied only be completed between the instructor ing types of courses do not transfer, as elective credits. and student identifying all remaining regardless of an institution’s accred- coursework. itation: remedial courses and devel- Associate in Arts (AA) General opmental coursework, however, these Studies N (Audit) courses may be used for placement A maximum of 45 credits may be Students may audit a course with the purposes; courses that provide instruc- applied toward the distribution require- permission of the instructor and the tion in a particular religious doctrine; ments (subject areas) or as elective Associate Dean of Enrollment Services. and non-credit continuing education credits. An audit grade of “N” indicates the courses. Courses not applicable for student has registered in and attended distribution requirements are assigned Associate in Applied Science Degree or Certificate Programs a course without writing examinations, as elective credit up to the maximum submitting work, papers, lab reports, allowable. If there are questions of A maximum of 30 credits may be etc. Attendance is required. interpretation in designating distribu- applied if approved by the department tion credits for classes taken previous- chair and appropriate instructional P (Pass) ly, you may apply to the appropriate dean. A Pass (P) grade may be assigned in instructional dean for review. Catalog Under Which Coursework lieu of all grades from A to D. A “P” grade would be assigned after con- Credits transferred from another Will Be Evaluated institution are not included in any SVC sultation between the student and the GPA calculation. Students continuously enrolled fall instructor, and indicated pass, with through spring will be evaluated under credit, but grade points are not calcu- Application of credits to the AA-DTA the requirements in effect at the time lated in the GPA. Degree of initial enrollment. Students not Credits transferred in from other enrolled for a minimum of one quarter V (Ceased Attendance) regionally accredited colleges, SVC (excluding summer) will be evaluated Students who register for a Community professional/technical programs, and under the requirements in effect at the Education course and cease atten- credits earned by students who had a time of re-enrollment. dance, but do not withdraw, may be break in enrollment for two years. If a student has applied for a diploma awarded a “V” grade by the instructor. 1. Students transferring 45 or and has not met requirements in effect The “V” grade is not counted in the more applicable college credits at the time of initial enrollment or calculation of the GPA. are exempt from the Integrative under the requirements in effect when Learning Experience and Diversity they applied for a diploma, but would

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W (Withdrawal) Grade Point Average (GPA) more in graded courses are placed on the Honor Roll for the quarter. During the first two weeks of the quar- Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculat- ter, students may officially withdraw ed by dividing the total grade points Statute of Limitations from a Course without notation on the received by the total grade point cred- Currently enrolled SVC students mak- permanent student record. its attempted. Please refer to Grading ing satisfactory progress, cumulative From week three through the Friday be- Information for the grades assigned for GPA of 2.0 or above, who were not fore finals week, students may officially each letter grade, e.g., A = 4.00, B = enrolled at Skagit Valley College for withdraw from a course with a “W” 3.00 grade points. a period of two or more consecutive noted on their permanent student re- When Incomplete (I) grades are re- years, may petition to have previously cord. The last day to withdraw from all placed with letter grades, grade points earned low grades (D, E, F) removed courses is the last day of finals week. and credit hours attempted are added from their grade point calculation by Y (In Progress/Re-Register) to the formula to compute the new making a written request to Enrollment GPA. Services. The classes will remain in the Students enrolled in Basic Education student’s permanent record; however, for Adults (ABE, ESL, HSC) and Aca- Please note: the Cumulative GPA includes all courses taken, at any level, they cannot be used toward degree demic English as a Second Language completion. Grades received for these (AESL) courses may be assigned a “Y” for which a grade was assigned. Col- lege-Level GPA includes only courses courses will not be included in the Cu- grade, when the instructor deems the mulative or College-Level Grade Point student has been actively working but numbered 100 and above. Credits transferred from another institution Average. For Financial Aid purposes, has not yet achieved a sufficient skill all credits will still be counted when level to justify a passing grade. are not included in any SVC GPA calcu- lation. determining a student’s Satisfactory R (Course Repeated) Academic Progress. The course has been repeated and the Examinations Academic Standards Policy lowest grade and grade points have All students are required to take regu- The provisions of this policy shall be been removed from the GPA calcula- larly scheduled tests and examinations applicable to students enrolled in tion. Students must request a “repeat as prescribed by the instructor. If you courses or programs after the tenth card” at the time of registration. miss an examination, it is your respon- instructional day of any quarter. * (Statute of Limitations) sibility to contact the instructor and, if permitted by the course syllabus, Academic Alert If a “D” or “F” is marked with an as- schedule a makeup test as soon as A student who has a quarterly Grade terisk (*), the grade has been removed possible. Point Average (GPA) below 2.0 for one from the GPA calculation by the Stat- Final examinations are held at the end quarter shall be placed on Academic ute of Limitations. The Statute of Lim- Alert. itations is also noted as a post-quarter of each quarter and are listed in the Fi- comment. See Statute of Limitations nal Examination Schedule. Permission Academic Alert shall be removed from under Academic Standing. for a special test or examination must such status at the conclusion of any come from the instructor. subsequent quarter during which a Grade Changes student has achieved a quarterly grade Class Add/Drop point average of 2.0 or higher while All grade changes must be submitted All changes of program (class adds or enrolled for, and completing, five or by the instructor on the Grade Change more credits. Form located in the Instructor brief- drops) must be recorded by Enrollment case. Services. Academic Probation The following time limits have been All course adds in sequential cours- If a student while on Academic Alert established regarding grade changes: es must be made prior to the 10th whose overall College-Level Grade instructional day of the quarter unless Point Average (GPA) falls below 2.0 • Grade changes MUST be made approved. within two quarters of the original in the subsequent quarter of his/her registration. Continuous enrollment courses may be enrollment at the college, he/she will added anytime unless they are closed be placed on academic probation. • Grade changes will not be because of class limits. See also Grad- Any student placed on academic made after two quarters, unless ing Procedures. documentation can be provided to probation shall be removed from such the Registrar by the instructor that Academic Standing status at the conclusion of any quarter the grade was awarded in error. during which the student has achieved The Academic Standing of all students an overall college-level grade point • Grade changes will be made at is based on the following: average of 2.0 or higher. any time if due to recording error. Students are advised to contact the Honor Roll Dropped: Low Scholarship instructor immediately if a grade At the conclusion of each quarter, If a student, while on academic proba- has been recorded incorrectly. each student’s grade point average is tion, receives a quarterly Grade Point Errors and omissions will be computed. Those students who obtain Average (GPA) below 2.0 in the sub- corrected as soon as identified a grade point average of 3.75 or better sequent quarter of their enrollment at without cost to the student. and have carried a 12-credit load or

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the college, they shall be dropped from Students are entitled to two days of of the quarter except as stated in RCW enrollment. excused absences per academic year 28B.15.605. for reasons of faith or conscience or for A student who has been dropped for Community Education low scholarship once, who successfully organized activities conducted under petitions for re-entry and then receives the auspices of a religious denomi- A student will receive a 100% refund if a grade point average of below 2.0 nation, church, or religious organi- the college cancels the class or if the during the quarter of re-enrollment, zation. The academic year is defined student officially withdraws 48 hours shall be dismissed from Skagit Valley as summer through spring quarters. prior to the first class meeting. No College for one year. Students’ grades may not be adverse- refund will be given thereafter. Material ly impacted by absences authorized fees will not be refunded. Exceptions Readmission under this policy. For information, see must be approved by the Community A student who has been dismissed Student Absences for Reasons of Faith Education Office. at any time for academic reasons or Conscience. For more information, contact the set forth in this policy may submit a Community Education Office at ‘Petition for Readmission’ form at En- Withdrawal from SVC 360.416.7638. rollment Services after consulting with If a student must withdraw from SVC, their advisor. they complete an add/drop form and Fines & Other Financial If the petition is approved by the Asso- submit it to Enrollment Services (in Penalties ciate Dean of Enrollment Services, the person or via email.). If unable to student will be readmitted on academ- withdraw in person, the student must In order to collect outstanding parking ic probation and will remain on pro- notify Enrollment Services from their fines, library fines and obligations, or bation until the student’s cumulative SVC student account that they wish to other institutional commitments, the college level GPA exceeds 2.0. be withdrawn from the college. college may: Withhold quarterly grade reports and/ Time to Degree Completion Refund Policy or transcripts of permanent records. Pursuant to E2SSB 5135 Skagit Valley The following rules address refunds of Refuse to re-enroll a student as is College has developed polices to en- student tuition and fees: deemed necessary. The student may sure enrolled undergraduates complete • A full refund is given for any course request an informal hearing on the re- degree and certificate programs in a fusal of services. For more information, timely manner. These policies address: cancelled by the college. It is the student’s responsibility to officially see the Associate Dean of Enrollment • Students who accumulate more notify Enrollment Services of drop Services. than 125% of the number of status within the refund period. credits required to complete their Instructional Complaints respective associate degree or • Refunds for withdrawal from If a student feels that s/he has been certificate programs; classes will be made as follows: treated unfairly inside or outside of • 100% refund if a student officially • Students who drop more than 25% the classroom, s/he may follow the withdraws through the fifth officially of their course load before the procedures outlined in the Code of Stu- scheduled instructional day of the grading period for the quarter or dent Rights and Responsibilities. The quarter. semester, which prevents efficient Code of Student Rights and Respon- use of instructional resources; and • 50% refund if a student officially sibilities is found on the SVC website • Students who remain on academic withdraws after the fifth www.skagit.edu/studentrights and is probation for more than one instructional day of the quarter and available in the Enrollment Services quarter or semester. before the eleventh instructional Office and the Office of Student Life on day of the quarter. the Mount Vernon Campus, and in the Absences • For course sections starting prior Student Services Office on the Whid- Students are responsible to the in- to the first officially scheduled bey Island Campus structor of the course for attendance. day of the quarter or after the An absence due to serious illness or a fifth officially scheduled day of death in the immediate family may be instruction for the quarter, refunds excused. Even with an excused absence will be calculated for each course students will be required to make up section consistent with the above the content and assignments missed schedule, but using the first day of during the absence. In all cases, stu- class in place of the first officially dents must communicate directly with scheduled day of the quarter as the instructor regarding attendance used above. (refer to the class syllabus). • The first official day of class for Absences due to participation in field E-Learning is the first day of the trips, intercollegiate games and other quarter. trips arranged by the college, may be Per RCW 28B.15.605, no refunds will excused with advance notice to the be given beyond the 20th calendar day instructor.

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7 Student Life

Athletics Cardinal Bookstore Health Information Services 360.416.7765 Mount Vernon: 360.416.7728 Mount Vernon: 360.416.7611 SVC’s intercollegiate athletic program Whidbey Island: 360.679.5313 Whidbey Island: 360.679.5303 provides students with the opportunity The Cardinal Bookstore has locations Student Life Office to participate in athletic competition. on both Mount Vernon and Whidbey Students have the opportunity to enjoy Island campuses. Course materials for C-50, Knutzen Cardinal Center, the challenge of physical competition San Juan Center and South Whidbey Mount Vernon Campus and to learn cooperation, self-aware- Center courses are available through The Student Life Office can provide ness, and self-confidence. either location. you with first aid supplies, and a wide Skagit Valley College is a member of The bookstore stocks a wide variety of assortment of informational pamphlets the Northwest Athletic Association for items, including required and optional and brochures. The office also offers Community Colleges (NWAC) and is course textbooks and materials - both programming, and co-sponsors a vari- represented by men’s teams in basket- new and used - as well as course sup- ety of events to heighten awareness of ball, tennis, baseball, golf, and soccer, plies, uniforms, Skagit Valley College issues regarding health and wellbeing. and by women’s teams in basketball, insignia items and school supplies. At soccer, tennis, softball, volleyball, and the end of each quarter, the bookstore Insurance golf. offers a textbook buy-back service. Many low-cost student health insur- Athletic scholarships are available for The bookstore web site www.cardi- ance programs are available to you: all varsity sports under the guidelines nalbookstore.com can be used to • Washington Health Benefit of the NWAC. Check out the Athletics purchase textbooks as well as to look Exchange website for more information. up textbook information and pricing. vThese services can also be accessed • Federal Health Insurance Fine & Performing Arts through the online registration pro- Marketplace Student Programs offers you a variety cess. • Washington Apple Health/Medicaid of opportunities to become involved Both bookstore locations remain open • Private Marketplace, through outside of the classroom. Participa- in the evenings on selected days during insurance brokers tion in these activities is an important the first week of the quarter. part of your life as a student here at Additional resources Clubs & Organizations SVC., SVC sponsors a variety of music, • Washington State Coverage theater, and visual art events and pro- Mount Vernon: 360.416.7611 comparison tool ductions. Frequent concerts, musicals, Whidbey Island: 360.679.5303 • Free in-person assisters and and recitals enrich campus life and Involvement in a student club or certified application counselors give students performance experience. organization may be one of the most Guest artists also visit and perform SVC is dedicated to providing a drug- rewarding and educational experiences regularly. and alcohol-free environment for you have while attending SVC. Clubs students, faculty, and staff. Referrals The Art Gallery is located in the Gary and organizations provide meaningful to the Counseling Center, Disability Ac- Knutzen Cardinal Center at SVC’s and fun experiences that will build cess Services and community agencies Mount Vernon Campus. It is dedicat- your resumé, enhance your leadership or private providers are made for a ed to the exhibition of contemporary skills and your connections with other variety of student health needs. work in all media by emerging and students, faculty, and staff. Student Additional Health Insurance informa- established artists. SVC’s Art Gallery clubs and organizations provide an tion is available: Visit the Student Life supports and promotes visual culture environment where students can build website or the Student Life Office. to enhance creativity and community and cultivate friendships, find common dialogue by serving as a conduit for interests, help the community, and Research and Assessment expression through the visual arts. An engage in planning, organizing and active play production program under executing programming initiatives. The fundamental mission of the Institu- the direction of the Drama department tional Research (IR) Office is to provide All clubs and student organizations provides opportunities for students to central information and analytical must function under the sanction of participate in every phase of produc- support for college planning, man- the Associated Students of Skagit tion, including acting, directing, and agement, and assessment activities Valley College and are chartered by the designing. The Phillip Tarro Theatre to help Skagit Valley College fulfill its ASSVC. A current list of SVC’s active is a versatile 200-seat theater. Larger mission. In this capacity, IR assumes clubs and student organizations is performances are held in McIntyre primary responsibility for analyzing available in the Student Handbook and Hall, our 650-seat theatre equipped and interpreting data about the perfor- on our website. with the finest quality professional mance of the college; analyzing and in- sound and lighting equipment. terpreting data about the environment of the college; transforming data into

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information that supports college plan- Vernon Campus and Whidbey Island you may be eligible to be a Program ning, policy making, decision making, Campus. Board member. Program Board mem- and assessment; and communicating bers’ participation requires an average institutional information to the college Regional Culture of ten (10) hours of work per week. As community. Skagit Valley College is located in three a member of the Program Board, you The Office also conducts studies and counties of northwest Washington. are responsible for planning, initiating, gathers information for specific ad hoc Skagit County stretches from the high coordinating, and officiating all events. analysis. Ad hoc information is pre- peaks of the Cascade mountain range Involvement in ASSVC and the Pro- pared for institutional questionnaires, to the edge of Puget Sound. Island gram Board provide opportunities for specialized accreditation reviews, and and San Juan counties are comprised students to learn about campus wide decision support. of islands surrounded by the beautiful and state initiatives regarding higher waters of Puget Sound. The region has education and helps students under- Use the following links to access our a strong farming tradition, including stand the democratic decision making surveys: production of tulips for cut flowers and process. Students who hold these SVC Research and Surveys - Institu- bulbs. positions are exposed to experiences tional Research The Mount Vernon and Whidbey Island that help fine tune their leadership Board of Trustees Assessments & Re- campuses are served by bus service, skills. For more information in regards ports giving frequent transportation to neigh- to these leadership positions, please contact the Student Life Office. Learning Outcomes Assessment - Insti- towns and commercial centers. tutional Research One hour south is Seattle, a diverse, Student Newspaper beautiful, and cosmopolitan city with KSVR 91.7 FM /KSVU 90.1 FM a metropolitan area of 3.3 million peo- Mount Vernon: 360.416.7862 Radio ple. It is often listed among the most Whidbey Island: 360.679.5303 desirable cities in America. Vancouver, Student newspapers provide for the 360.416.7711 B.C. is a 90-minute drive to the north. discussion of important student con- KSVR-91.7 FM and KSVU-90.1 FM are a Its metropolitan area has a popula- cerns, and for informing the college combination of student- operated and tion of 2.1 million people drawn from community of events and activities. community-operated, non-commercial, nations all over the world. Both Seattle The Cardinal newspaper is the stu- educational, community/campus radio and Vancouver have a rich array of dent-owned newspaper at the Mount stations. The mission for the stations is cultural offerings. Vernon Campus. As a participant on to provide informational public service the student newspaper staff, you can to the community and opportunities Student Government & Program learn and practice news gathering, for locally-produced programs of news Board interviewing and writing skills, editing and music. KSVR presents a diverse and proofreading, selling and creating format, including English and Spanish Mount Vernon: 360.416.7611 display advertising, taking and pro- languages. If you would like experience [email protected] cessing photographs, using a scanner, with radio as a career, public service, Whidbey Island: 360.679.5303 and learning page design and layout. or recreational activity, contact any [email protected] The Cardinal has an editor and as- station representatives in Reeves Hall. The Associated Students of Skagit sistant positions. The Cardinal News- Valley College (ASSVC) represents you Recreation paper accepts student submissions, as a student of the college. You are a regardless of involvement with the 360.416.7765 member of ASSVC if you are a student program, although not all submissions enrolled in classes. Through the ASSVC As an SVC student, you will have a may be selected for printing due to and its legislative body, which you help variety of athletic events in which to space considerations. participate and numerous opportuni- to elect, students govern themselves, At the Whidbey Island Campus the ties to enjoy watching college games. share in policy-making within the Journalism Club provides monthly The Dave DuVall Pavilion on the Mount administrative structure of the college, newsletters and papers to their college Vernon Campus hosts intercollegiate and organize programs and events. peers. They interview Students, Fac- basketball and volleyball, and is used Students may participate with faculty, ulty, and Staff on campus concerns. for PE courses and many other activ- staff, and administrators in determin- They also inform students of local, ities. Soccer, baseball, and tennis are ing college policy by serving on college national, and global issues so that among the other sports in which SVC governance committees. ASSVC partic- students are up to date with the news. fields competitive teams. Facilities are ipation requires an average of ten (10) This is done through club volunteer also available for student recreational hours of work per week work service and if interested in partic- use, including covered tennis courts, The Program Boards at SVC are groups ipating please contact the Student Life a fitness center, playing fields, and of students operating under the guid- Office at Whidbey Island Campus. running/walking trails. ance of Student Life staff with a goal On the Whidbey Island Campus, a of providing quality entertainment, fitness center is available to students. cultural enrichment, and educational There is a modest quarterly fee to programming for the college and the use the fitness centers at both Mount community. If you are currently en- rolled or are planning to enroll at SVC,

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indirectly on success in securing enrollment or financial aid Student Information to any persons or entities engaged in any student recruiting As a student or potential student, you have the right to or admissions activities or in making decisions regarding the know information regarding your attendance at Skagit award of student financial assistance. Valley College. The following is a list of resources you can use to find this information. Drug Free Workplace Policy INFORMATION RESOURCE WHERE TO FIND In accordance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of IT 1988, SVC strives to create a safe and secure learning en- vironment. Employees are expected and required to report SVC graduation and SVC Graduation Enrollment Services to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to transfer-out rates Report 360.416.7700 perform their assigned duties. SVC’s Drug & Al- Student Life Office cohol Awareness Report Equal Opportunity & Title IX 360.416.7611 Program Community College District #4 provides equal opportunity Family Educational “Your Rights Under Enrollment Services and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, Rights & Privacy Act FERPA” 360.416.7700 ethnicity, or disability in the educational programs and activ- ities which it provides. All employees, vendors, and organi- Campus Security Campus Security Security Office zations with which the college does business are required Report & Crime Report 360.416.7934 to comply with all applicable federal and state statutes and Statistics regulations designed to promote equal opportunity. Completion and Athletics Completion Athletics Office transfer-out rates Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act Report 360.416.7765 for athletes Under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, stu- Gender equity in Equity in Athletics Athletics Office dents have the right to: athletics at SVC Report 360.416.7765 • Inspect all of their educational records. Information and Enrollment Services Voter registration • Request that their records be amended. Forms 360.416.7700 • Privacy of their records (with very few exceptions) Emergency Emergency www.skagit.edu • Have information released upon request Information Preparedness Plan Under the Family and Educational Rights and Privacy Act, the following information is listed as Directory Information Children on Campus and is not confidential: SVC allows high school students on campus for instruction • Name and other learning activities, but children are generally not • Address permitted on campus unless they are directly supervised • Telephone Listing by a parent or responsible adult who is officially enrolled in classes or directly involved in an instructional process. In • Email Address no case, even if accompanied by a parent or other adult, are • Home Town/City children permitted in classrooms, labs, shops, or any area • Enrollment Status where potential hazards exist, with the exception of children • Major Field of Study directly involved in the instructional process (e.g., Even Start, Kids College). • Most recent educational Institution attended Individuals who bring children to campus are responsible • Photograph for their supervision at all times; leaving children unattend- • Dates of Attendance ed in public areas such as the Student Lounge or Cafeteria • Certificates, Degrees, Honors, and Awards does not meet this supervision standard. College officials • Athletes: Weight and Height will contact parents or other parties responsible for children left unattended on campus, and inform them that children • Participation in officially recognized activities must be properly supervised while on campus. Individuals • Athletics-related information who bring children to campus and refuse to abide by these Except as otherwise indicated in item 5200 of the College guidelines will be referred to security or college officials and Policies and Procedures Manual and Chapter 132D-130 are subject to student discipline. WAC, the College District will not provide information con- Comprehensive Veterans Education Information tained in student education records in response to inquiries from either within or outside the college unless the ex- Policy pressed consent of the student has been given. Skagit Valley College does not and will not provide any com- If students do not want “directory information” released mission, bonus, or other incentive payment based directly or to others without a legitimate educational interest in the

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information, they should make formal officers shall confer and attempt ton State will be able to transfer and application for the “non-disclosure of to resolve the problem. In the apply a maximum of 45 quarter credits directory information” to the Enroll- event the transfer officers cannot toward general education require- ment Services’ Office. resolve the issue within two weeks, ment(s) at any other public and most Please visit our FERPA web page or the the matter will be referred to the private higher education institutions in U.S. Department of Education website two chief academic/instructional the state*. for more detailed information. officers for resolution. Within two For transfer purposes, a student must weeks after the academic officers have a minimum grade of C or better Inter-College Transfer & have conferred, a decision will be (2.0 or above) in each course complet- Articulation Among Washington rendered by the chief academic ed from this list. office of the receiving institution. Public Colleges & Universities Students who transfer Washington 45 2. Inter-Institutional Disputes courses must still meet a receiving Student Rights & Responsibilities In the event of inter-institutional institution’s admission requirements 1. Non-Discrimination Policy transfer disagreements, it is the and eventually satisfy all their general All the colleges and universities responsibility of the two transfer education requirements and their de- in Washington maintain a policy officers to resolve the dispute gree requirements in major, minor and of not discriminating against wherever possible. If not resolved professional programs. students because of their age, at this level within two weeks, the sex, race, color, religion, disability, two transfer officers will refer the First Year Transfer List of national origin, marital status, matter to the two chief academic/ General Education Courses sexual orientation, pregnancy, instructional officers for resolution. • Communications (5 credits) - veteran’s status, familial Unresolved inter-institutional ENGL& 101, ENGL& 102 relationship, expunged juvenile transfer disputes shall be referred record, association with anyone for review and recommendation • Quantitative and Symbolic of a particular race, color, sex, to a committee composed of Reasoning (5 credits) - MATH& 107, national origin, marital status, age three representatives appointed MATH& 148 or MATH& 151 or religion, as published in official by the Washington Association of • Humanities (10 credits in two institutional bulletins. Community College Presidents different subject areas**) PHIL& and three representatives of the 2. Information Dissemination & 101, MUSC& 105, DRMA& 101, or Inter-institutional Committee for HUM& 101 Acquisition Academic Officers of the state’s Students have the right to expect public four-year institutions. A • For colleges that use History as a fair and equitable treatment from report to the two institutions will Humanities: HIST& 116, HIST& 117, the public colleges and universities be rendered when this committee HIST& 118, HIST& 146, HIST& 147, of Washington, both sending and has completed its deliberations. HIST& 148 receiving institutions. They have The chief academic officers of the • Social Science (10 credits in two the right to expect reasonable affected institutions shall respond different subject areas) - PSYC& efforts on the part of colleges in a formal report to the committee 100, SOC& 101, POLS& 101, to make accurate and current within four weeks indicating POLS& 202 information available. They have, in actions to be taken in response to • For colleges that use History as a turn, the responsibility of seeking committee recommendations. Social Science: HIST& 116, HIST& out current information pertaining 117, HIST& 118, HIST& 146, HIST& to their educational objectives, Implementation & Revision of Policy 147, HIST& 148 and for acquiring appropriate This policy shall be implemented and information when they change maintained through the cooperative ef- • Natural Sciences (10 credits in two their academic plans. When a forts of the state institutions of higher different subject areas) - ASTR& student changes major or degree education, the State Board for Commu- 100, ASTR& 101 w/lab,BIOL& 100, program, the student shall assume nity College Education, and the Higher BIOL& 160 w/lab, CHEM& 105, full responsibility for meeting the Education Coordinating Board. CHEM& 110 w/lab, CHEM& 121 new requirements. Colleges shall with lab, CHEM& 161, CHEM& 162, make every effort to help students List of One Year Transfer ENVS& 101, GEOL& 101 w/lab, make transitions as smoothly as is Courses - “Washington 45” • An additional 5 credits in a different feasible. subject area can be taken from any This agreement is not intended to category listed above to bring total Review and Appeal replace the Direct Transfer Agreement, to 45 credits. Associate of Science Tracks I and II or 1. Student Appeals Although these courses are listed under any Major Related Program agreement, Students who encounter transfer categories, the actual course may satisfy nor will it guarantee admission to a difficulties shall first seek resolution a different general education category at four-year institution. through the receiving institution’s a receiving institution. transfer officer. If not resolved at A student who completes courses * Many private non-profit colleges this level, the student may appeal within designated areas listed below and universities have distinct general in writing to the transfer officer of at a public community or technical education requirements, therefore, stu- the sending institution. The transfer college or four-year college in Washing-

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dents should check with institution(s) any questions please visit the Security assessment, will be considered to they plan to attend regarding applica- Services office in the lobby of the Gary have met the entry college-level tion of transfer credits that will meet Knutzen Cardinal Center building or standard at every community and general education requirements. call 360.416.7777. technical college. **Disciplines are sometimes called Security Reports • Students requesting reciprocity subject or subject matter areas and must initiate the process within designated by a prefix (i.e. PHIL for SVC complies with the Jeanne Clery one year of their initial placement Philosophy and POLS for Political- Disclosure of Campus Security Policy assessment. Science). and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1998. The College’s Annual Security Record of Student Complaints Notification of Title IV Student Report and Campus View Village Fire Policy Complaint Process Report are available online. In accordance with USDOE regulation The Higher Education Act (HEA) pro- Emergency Notifications and 602.16(a)(1)(ix), an institution shall hibits an institution of higher education Alerts make available an account of the from engaging in a “substantial mis- student complaints it has received, its representation of the nature of its edu- SVC uses the RAVE Mobile Safety alert processing of those complaints, and cational program, its financial charges, system to communicate with students how that processing comports with the or the employability of its graduates.” and employees in the event of a college institution’s policies and procedures on 20 U.S.C. §1094(c)(3)(A). Further, each emergency, safety alert, or weather-re- the handling of grievances or com- State must have “a process to review lated delay or closure. All students plaints. The Commission reviews the and appropriately act on complaints and staff receive notifications to their institution’s record of complaints as concerning the institution including official SVC email account and have part of the institution’s Year Three or enforcing applicable State laws.” the option to receive notifications via Year Seven Evaluation. 34 C.F.R. § 600.9. For information, text, voice (land line or cell phone), contact SBCTC Student Services, PO and email addresses different than the Sexual Harassment Policy Box 42495, Olympia, WA 98504-2495, official SVC email account. To enable It is the intent of Skagit Valley Col- 360.704.4315 or visit sbctc.edu. these options log on to www.getrave. lege to prohibit discrimination of any com. Parking kind, including sexual harassment, Emergency Preparedness as defined by the Equal Employment Designated parking on the Mount Ver- Opportunity Commission in its guide- non Campus includes staff, student, SVC has established procedures and lines on sexual harassment in 1980 student carpool, parking for individuals gathered information to minimize the under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of with disabilities, and visitor spaces. impact of an emergency on students, 1964. If a student believes he or she Parking is available on a “first-come, employees, visitors and facilities. The has been subject to sexual harassment first-served” basis in the areas des- “All Hazards Emergency Response or other forms of prohibited discrimi- ignated as shown on campus maps. Plan” is available online. nation, he or she may contact a college Maps are available on the SVC website, Emergency procedures, emergency ombudsperson through the Counseling at the information desk in Lewis Hall, assembly point maps, and building office at Mount Vernon Campus and or the Security Services Department in safety evacuation diagrams are posted the Student Services office at Whidbey the lobby of the Gary Knutzen Cardi- at various locations in each campus Island Campus (360.679.5319). Pro- nal Center building. SVC students are building. cedures for handling such grievances required to park in a student parking are published in Chapter 132D-305- lot between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. and Placement Reciprocity 005 of the Washington Administrative have a parking permit decal (Mount Agreement Policy Code (WAC). Click here for additional Vernon Campus only) visible on their resources. car. Students may not park in staff For all entering students at any or visitor parking spaces at any time. Washington community and technical Student Absence for Reasons of Parking permit decals may be obtained college, system policy provides that: Faith or Conscience at the Security Services Department in • A student who qualifies for a Skagit Valley College students are en- the lobby of the Gary Knutzen Cardinal specific level of pre-college math, titled to two days of excused absences Center. This rule is strictly enforced English, or reading, either through per academic year for reasons of faith and citations will be issued. If you course completion or local skills or conscience or for organized activi- receive a citation, a block will be put assessment, will have that course ties conducted under the auspices of on your student ID until your fine is placement level honored at another a religious denomination, church, or paid. You may pay the fine at the MV Washington CTC if the student so religious organization. The academic cashier in the Lewis Hall building or the requests, even if the courses may year is defined as summer through Whidbey Island cashier in the Old Main not be exact equivalents. spring quarters. building. If you fail to pay your fine(s), • A student who qualifies for entry you will not be able to register for the Students’ grades may not be adverse- into college-level math, English, next quarter, get your grades (includ- ly impacted by absences authorized or reading, either through ing official transcripts), or receive under this policy. Each absence taken course completion or local skills your financial aid check. If you have under this policy must be taken as a

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whole day, i.e., the day may not be di- absences authorized under this College & University Rights and vided into hours and taken piecemeal. policy shall not adversely impact a Responsibilities student’s grade Student Procedures • Colleges and universities have the 7. If a student fails to notify any of right and authority to determine 1. Students must coordinate an their instructors of an authorized program requirements and course absence with the Office of the Vice absence (as directed by the Office offerings in accordance with their President of Instruction at least of the Vice President of Instruction), institutional missions. two-weeks prior to the desired the instructor is not obligated to • Colleges and universities have the absence, unless the purpose of the make any accommodations for responsibility to communicate and absence was not known until later. the student’s absence or treat the publish their requirements and All requests for authorized absences absence as authorized under this course offerings to students and under this policy must be in writing policy or the law. the public, including information and contain a concise explanation of Transfer Rights and about student transfer rights and how the requested holiday is related responsibilities. to a reason of faith or conscience Responsibilities or an organized activity conducted • Colleges and universities have the under the auspices of a religious Student Rights & Responsibilities responsibility to communicate their admission and transfer related denomination, church, or religious • Students have the right to clear, decisions to students in writing organization. accurate, and current information (electronic or paper). 2. All absences under this policy must about their transfer admission be authorized by the Office of the requirements, transfer admission Vice President of Instruction in deadlines, degree requirements, advance of the absence. The college and transfer policies that include will not authorize an absence for a course equivalencies. student after the absence occurs • Transfer and freshman entry without compelling circumstances. students have the right to expect 3. The Office of the Vice President of comparable standards for regular Instruction will provide the student admission to programs and with a document verifying the date comparable program requirements. of the authorized absence and • Students have the right to seek further instructions. In order to clarification regarding their transfer ensure that their absence does not evaluation and may request the negatively affect their grades, the reconsideration of any aspect of student must comply with directions that evaluation. In response, the for notifying their instructors of college will follow established their upcoming authorized absence. practices and processes for The student is solely responsible reviewing its transfer credit for ensuring the documentation decisions. authorizing the absence is provided • Students who encounter other to each of the instructors whose transfer difficulties have the right classes or assignments will be to seek resolution. Each institution affected by the absence. will have a defined process for 4. After an instructor is notified by the resolution that is published and student of an upcoming absence, readily available to students. the instructor will determine what • Students have the responsibility adjustments, if any, will need to be to complete all materials required made to the student’s scheduled for admission and to submit classwork or assignments. The the application on or before the instructor shall inform the student published deadlines. of these adjustments within two days of receiving the student’s • Students have the responsibility notification. to plan their courses of study by referring to the specific published 5. If the student’s desired absence degree requirements of the college date is on a day when a test was or academic program in which they scheduled or an assignment was intend to earn a bachelor’s degree. due, the instructor may require that the student take the test or submit • When a student changes a major the assignment before or after the or degree program, the student regularly assigned date. assumes full responsibility for meeting the new requirements. 6. Regardless of an instructor’s class expectations or grading policies,

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9 General Degree Information ASSOCIATE OF ARTS sciences study individuals, cultures, 2. Communication Skills (15 cr.) and societies. • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal DIRECT TRANSFER • Rigorously apply concepts and tools Communication: D (5) from the social sciences to explain • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) AGREEMENT or analyze a social phenomenon, process, event, conflict, or issue. • CMST& 230 - Small Group Purpose Communication: D (1-5) • Objectively identify the social • ENGL& 101 - English Composition The Associate of Arts Direct Transfer variables, structures, and I (5) Agreement (AA-DTA) degree is de- experiences that shape an signed to transfer to four-year colleges individual’s point of view, including • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) and universities in Washington state. one’s own. • ENGL 103 - Advanced Composition DTA degrees provide students: • Recognize the nature of power and (5) • Priority consideration in privilege. • ENGL& 235 - Technical Writing (5) admissions for most humanities Humanities Outcomes 3. Quantitative Skills (5 cr.) and social science majors at public • Evaluate and apply disciplinary Select one course from the following: universities (ahead of students approaches in the context of without a degree). creative expression and human • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) • Completion of lower division experience. • MATH& 141 - Precalculus I (5) general education requirements. • Analyze and interpret personal, • MATH& 142 - Precalculus II (5) • Credit for all courses completed societal, and/or historical • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats within the DTA up to and in some experiences that interact with (5) cases beyond 90 credits. aesthetic values. • MATH& 148 - Business Calculus (5) • Opportunity to explore several • Engage and interact effectively • MATH& 151 - Calculus I (5) fields of study through the category with diverse audiences using the of up to 30 credits of elective discourse of a given discipline. • MATH& 152 - Calculus II (5) courses. • MATH& 153 - Calculus III (5) Degree Requirements • Opportunity to complete Courses selected to meet the prerequisites for a future major. Students must complete a minimum Quantitative Skills requirement will not Students who transfer within these of 90 quarter credits in transferable be counted in the Natural Sciences agreements must still meet require- courses numbered 100 or above with distribution requirement. a cumulative grade point average of ments in major, minor and professional 4. Physical Education (3 cr.) programs. at least 2.0 in order to graduate from SVC with an Associate of Arts degree. • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) Program Learning Outcomes Credits must satisfy requirements • Activities Courses – exclude PE listed below. A minimum of 60 quarter 200, PE 204 & PE 205 Graduates of the AA-DTA program will hours of general education courses be able to: A maximum of 3 PE Activities credits are required. At least 25 college-level can be used for the DTA: 2 credits for Natural Sciences Outcomes credits must be earned at SVC with a PE requirement and 1 additional credit • Demonstrate scientific literacy in minimum GPA of 2.0. Students should toward restricted or gray area (p 50) terms of methodology, terminology, check specific admission and program electives. and fundamental concepts requirements and application dead- underlying at least one natural lines to assist in successful transfer to 5. Integrative Learning Experiences system. a four-year institution. College counsel- • Two Integrative Learning ors and academic faculty can advise • Analyze data and interpret Experiences (ILE) are required. students of special lower division the results from scientific One ILE must be a Learning requirements. investigations. Community. The second ILE may be • An ampersand (&) designates another Learning Community or an • Evaluate conclusions from scientific Common Course Numbering. Integrative Experience. modeling, experimentation, or science-related articles. • Courses with an (*) indicate lab • A Learning Community (LC) is the courses. integrated combination of two or • Apply mathematics and more courses from different areas computational thinking to critically 1. First Quarter Experience (2 cr.) (e.g. sociology and literature, or evaluate and solve problems in the • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience physics and math, or speech and natural world. (2) economics, or composition and Social Sciences Outcomes philosophy). Learning Communities • Understanding the range of are indicated in the course methods by which the social schedule.

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• Integrative Experiences (IEs) are offerings allow for individualized 5TH QUARTER curricular or co-curricular schedules that will ensure all student experiences designed by faculty in degree objectives are met. * Natural Science course (5), which students demonstrate their An ampersand (&) designates Common preferably in Learning Community ability to integrate information, Course Numbering. format. concepts, analytical frameworks, * Social Sciences course (5), and skills from two or more areas in First Year preferably in Learning Community a purposeful project or experience. format. Integrative Experiences that are 1ST QUARTER • Elective (5) classes are indicated in the course • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I schedule; co-curricular IEs are Total Hours: 15 (5) indicated in promotion and advising for the experience or project. • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience 6TH QUARTER Students may design a Learning into (2) • Electives (13) Action IE under the guidance of the • MATH& 107, MATH& 141, or supervising faculty member. MATH& 146 (5) Total Hours: 13 6. Diversity Requirement • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, At least one Diversity Intensive course • PE Activity choice (2) pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course is required. Students should use the requirements with an SVC advisor. Students Total Hours: 15 SVC online quarterly class schedule are responsible for checking specific major search or consult with their faculty ad- requirements of baccalaureate institutions. 2ND QUARTER visor or counselor to identify courses that fulfill this requirement. • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE 7. Distribution Requirements (45 cr.) * Social Sciences course (5), - TRANSFER TRACK #1, Select credits from three areas of preferably in Learning Community study: Natural Sciences, Social Scienc- format. AS-T es, and Humanities. A specific course * Humanities course (5), preferably in Transfers to: may be credited toward no more than Learning Community format. one distribution requirement. • Central Washington University Total Hours: 15 • Eastern Washington University 8. Electives (22-25 cr.) • University of Washington In order to accumulate 90 college-level 3RD QUARTER • Washington State University (100 or higher) credits for the degree, • CMST& 210, CMST& 220, or CMST& • Western Washington University students will need additional elective 230 (5) credits. Students may select electives • Western Governor’s University * Natural Science course (5) with lab, from the distribution list (Natural • Gonzaga, Saint Martin’s University Sciences, Social Sciences, Human- preferably in Learning Community ities), other academic courses, or a format. • Seattle Pacific University maximum of 15 credits from gray area * Humanities course (5), preferably in • (p 50) courses. A maximum of nine Learning Community format. • Family Life credits may be counted as Total Hours: 15 gray area electives. HMATH 100 and Purpose WMATH 100 cannot be included in The Associate in Science - Transfer elective credits for the degree. Second Year Track #1, AS-T is intended to prepare Gray Area Courses 4TH QUARTER students to transfer to Washington’s public four-year colleges and univer- See page 50. * Social Sciences course (5), sities and many private colleges with preferably in Learning Community junior standing and the majority of Degree Map | AA-DTA format. the prerequisites for selected science, * Humanities course (5), preferably in mathematics, and engineering majors The suggested schedule below in- Learning Community format. completed. This degree partially fulfills cludes required DTA courses. Student * Natural Sciences course (5) with the general education requirements as schedule may vary based on entry lab, preferably in Learning explained in the Associate in Arts-Di- point, credit load, and prerequisites. Community format. rect Transfer Agreement degree. This Consult with department chair or SVC degree does not guarantee admission counselor for scheduling options. Total Hours: 15 into the major. The two-year suggested schedule Students completing this Associate of below is provided as only a guide for a Science Transfer degree will receive traditional full-time student whose goal the same priority consideration for is the AA DTA degree. Frequent course admission to the baccalaureate insti-

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• Courses with an asterisk (*) indicate may be another Learning Community tution as they would for completing lab or an Integrative Experience. the direct transfer associate’s degree and will be given junior status by the Requirements for Specific • A Learning Community (LC) is the integrated combination of two receiving institution. Each concentra- Concentration: (45 - 50 cr.) tion within this degree has additional or more courses from different requirements. Early advising is import- Each concentration within this degree areas of inquiry (e.g. sociology ant to ensure degree completion, for has additional requirements. Please and literature, physics and math, example: see your advisor for assistance with etc.) Learning Communities are indicated in the course schedule. • Additional general educational course selections. requirements, cultural diversity • Integrative Experiences (IEs) are requirements, and foreign language Associate In Science Transfer typically seminar courses in which requirements, as required by (AS-T) Track 1 Concentrations: students use an interdisciplinary approach for a specific topic the transfer institution, must be • Biology met prior to the completion of a or current issue (e.g. Ethics in baccalaureate degree. • Chemistry Science). Integrative Experience seminars are indicated in the • Some baccalaureate institutions • Earth Science course schedule. require physics with calculus to • Environmental Science meet the physics sequence of 15 • Geology Note: Integrative Learning Experi- credits. ences specifically designed for this degree may be offered; consult your • Biology majors should select Pre-major program advisor for information. organic chemistry or physics for the requirements: additional 10-15 credits. • Chemistry (for science majors) 5. Diversity Requirement • Engineering students may sequence of 15 credits. At least one Diversity Intensive course have additional lower-division • Third quarter calculus or approved is required. Students should use the requirements to meet prior to statistics course of 5 credits. SVC online quarterly class schedule department admission. search or consult with their faculty ad- • Biology (for science majors) or • Precalculus cannot be used visor or counselor to identify courses physics (calculus-based or non- to satisfy the mathematics that fulfill this requirement. calculus-based) sequence of 15 requirement. credits. 6. Distribution Requirements (15 cr.) • Science sequences should not be • Additional requirements: 10-15 Select credits from two distribution broken up between institutions (ex: credits in physics, geology, organic areas (Social Science and Humanities). the typical three-quarter physics chemistry, biology, or mathematics, Eligible courses for each distribution sequence should be taken entirely consisting of courses normally area are listed in the Associate in Arts - at Skagit Valley College). taken for science majors (not for Direct Transfer Agreement Distribution Students are responsible for checking general education), preferably in a list. These courses may also satisfy specific major requirements of bacca- 3 quarter sequence. the Integrative Learning Experiences laureate institutions in the year prior or Diversity requirement. WWU Huxley to transferring. Selecting and planning 1. First Quarter Experience (2 cr.) College requires one Political Science. courses with a science or engineer- • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience • 5 credits in Social Sciences ing advisor is strongly recommended (2) to ensure a seamless transition to a • 5 credits in Humanities science major program at a specific 2. Communications Skills (5 cr.) • 5 credits in either Social Sciences university or four-year college. Requires a minimum of 5 credits in or Humanities college-level composition. 7. Electives (10-15 cr.) Degree Requirements • ENGL& 101 - English Composition Sufficient additional college-level cred- Students must complete a minimum I (5) its so that total credits earned are at of 90 credits in transferable courses ENGL &101 Learning Community least 90 quarter credits. These remain- numbered 100 or above which include combined with a science or other ing credits may include prerequisites General Education courses plus a required course is recommended. for major courses (ex: Precalculus), specific science or engineering major additional major coursework, or specif- option with a minimum cumulative GPA 3. Quantitative Skills (10 cr.) ic general education or other university of 2.0. At least 25 college-level credits Requires completion of 10 credits in requirements, ass approved by the ad- must be earned at SVC with a mini- introductory calculus or above. visor. See your SVC advisor for specific mum GPA of 2.0. Additional General • MATH& 151 - Calculus I (5) courses recommended for your major; Education Requirements (GERs) must • MATH& 152 - Calculus II (5) check with your 4-year university for be completed at the four-year school world-language requirements. A maxi- where the student transfers. 4. Integrative Learning Experiences mum of five non-transferable gray area • Courses with an ampersand (&) are Two Integrative Learning Experiences (p 50) credits may be applied toward Common Course Numbering courses. (ILE) are required. One ILE must be a the 90-credit minimum for the degree. Learning Community. The second ILE

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requirements to meet prior to Major program requirements: ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE department admission. • Physics (calculus-based or non- • Precalculus cannot be used - TRANSFER TRACK #2, calculus-based) sequence including to satisfy the mathematics laboratory (15 credits). AS-T requirement. • Chemistry (for science majors) Transfers to: • Science sequences should not be with laboratory required for broken up between institutions (ex: • Central Washington University engineering majors (5 credits). the typical three-quarter physics • Eastern Washington University Other concentrations should select sequence should be taken entirely 5 credits of science based on • University of Washington at Skagit Valley College). advising. • Washington State University Students are responsible for checking • Third quarter calculus or approved specific major requirements of bacca- • Western Washington University statistics course chosen with laureate institutions in the year prior • Western Governor’s University the help of an advisor based on to transferring. Selecting and planning the requirements of the specific • Gonzaga, Saint Martin’s University courses with a science or engineer- discipline at the baccalaureate • Seattle Pacific University ing advisor is strongly recommended institution the student plans to to ensure a seamless transition to a • Seattle University attend (5 credits.) science major program at a specific • Walla Walla University university or four-year college. • The remaining 35 credits should be planned with the help of an Purpose Degree Requirements advisor based on the requirements The Associate in Science - Transfer of the specific discipline at the Students must complete a minimum Track #2, AS-T degree is intended to baccalaureate institution the of 90 credits in transferable courses prepare students to transfer to Wash- student selects to attend. For numbered 100 or above which include ington’s public four-year colleges and engineering disciplines, these General Education courses plus a universities and many private colleges credits should include a design specific science or engineering major with junior standing and the majority of component consistent with ABET. option with a minimum cumulative GPA the prerequisites for selected science, of 2.0. At least 25 college-level credits 1. First Quarter Experience (2 cr.) mathematics, and engineering majors must be earned at SVC with a mini- completed. This degree partially fulfills • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience mum GPA of 2.0. Additional General the general education requirements as (2) Education Requirements (GERs) must explained in the Associate in Arts-Di- be completed at the four-year school 2. Communications Skills (5 cr.) rect Transfer Agreement degree. This where the student transfers. degree does not guarantee admission Requires a minimum of 5 credits in into the major. • Courses with an ampersand (&) are college-level composition. Common Course Numbering courses. Students completing this Associate of • ENGL& 101 - English Composition Science Transfer degree will receive • Courses with an asterisk (*) indicate I (5) the same priority consideration for lab Note: ENGL &101 Learning Commu- admission to the baccalaureate insti- nity combined with a science or other tution as they would for completing Requirements for Specific required course is recommended. the direct transfer associate’s degree Concentration: (60 cr.) 3. Quantitative Skills (10 cr.) and will be given junior status by the Each concentration within this degree Requires completion of 10 credits in receiving institution. Each concentra- has additional requirements. Please introductory calculus or above. tion within this degree has additional see your advisor for assistance with requirements. Early advising is import- course selections. • MATH& 151 - Calculus I (5) ant to ensure degree completion, for • MATH& 152 - Calculus II (5) example: Associate in Science Transfer • Additional general educational (AS-T) Track 2 concentrations: 4. Integrative Learning Experiences requirements, cultural diversity Two Integrative Learning Experiences requirements, and foreign language • Atmospheric Sciences (ILE) are required. One ILE must be a requirements, as required by • Computer Science Learning Community. The second ILE the transfer institution, must be • Physics may be another Learning Community met prior to the completion of a or an Integrative Experience. • Engineering - Bioengineering/ baccalaureate degree. Chemical • A Learning Community (LC) is the • Some baccalaureate institutions integrated combination of two • Engineering - Computer/Electrical require physics with calculus to or more courses from different meet the physics sequence of 15 • Engineering - Mechanical/Civil/ areas of inquiry (e.g. sociology credits. Aeronautical/Environmental/ and literature, physics and math, Industrial/Materials Science • Engineering students may etc.) Learning Communities are have additional lower-division indicated in the course schedule.

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• Integrative Experiences (IEs) are challenge, independent study, CLEP, • Engage and interact effectively typically seminar courses in which professional/technical, or military pro- with diverse audiences using the students use an interdisciplinary grams to courses not included in the discourse of a given discipline. approach for a specific topic Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA) where or current issue (e.g. Ethics in applicable. Degree Requirements Science). Integrative Experience This degree is not designed to be a This degree requires a total of 90 cred- seminars are indicated in the transfer degree. It is strongly recom- its in courses numbered 100-level or course schedule. mended that students taking the AA above. At least 25 quarter college-level Note: Integrative Learning Experiences General Studies degree and desiring credits must be earned at Skagit Valley specifically designed for this degree to transfer to a four-year college or College with a minimum cumulative may be offered; consult your advisor university seek the assistance of an GPA of 2.0. Credits must satisfy re- for information. advisor to plan an appropriate course quirements listed below. of study. 5. Diversity Requirement Course with an ampersand (&) are At least one Diversity Intensive course Program Learning Outcomes Common Course Numbering courses. is required. Students should use the Graduates of the General Studies AA- 1. First Quarter Experience (2 cr.) SVC online quarterly class schedule program will be able to: search or consult with their faculty ad- • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience visor or counselor to identify courses Natural Sciences Outcomes (2) that fulfill this requirement. • Demonstrate scientific literacy in 2. Communication Skills (13-15 cr.) terms of methodology, terminology, • ENGL& 101 - English Composition 6. Distribution Requirements (15 cr.) and fundamental concepts I (5) Select credits from two distribution underlying at least one natural areas (Social Science and Humanities). system. Choose one: Eligible courses for each distribution • Analyze data and interpret area are listed in the Associate in Arts - the results from scientific • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal Direct Transfer Agreement Distribution investigations. Communication: D (5) list. These courses may also satisfy • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) the Integrative Learning Experiences • Evaluate conclusions from scientific or Diversity requirement. WWU Huxley modeling, experimentation, or • CMST& 230 - Small Group College requires one Political Science. science-related articles. Communication: D (1-5) • 5 credits in Social Sciences • Apply mathematics and • AESL 105 - Communication Skills computational thinking to critically (5) • 5 credits in Humanities evaluate and solve problems in the • 5 credits in either Social Sciences natural world. Choose a second course in Communications Distribution: or Humanities Social Sciences Outcomes 7. Electives • Understanding the range of • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) The remaining credits should be methods by which the social • ENGL 103 - Advanced Composition planned with the help of an advisor sciences study individuals, cultures, (5) and societies. based on the requirements of the • ENGL 170 - Professional and specific discipline at the baccalaureate • Rigorously apply concepts and tools Technical Communication (3) institution the student selects to at- from the social sciences to explain • ENGL& 235 - Technical Writing (5) tend. See your SVC advisor for specific or analyze a social phenomenon, courses recommended for your major; process, event, conflict, or issue. • CMST 125 - Professional Communication: D (3) check with your 4-year university for • Objectively identify the social world-language requirements. A maxi- variables, structures, and 3. Physical Education (3 cr.) mum of five non-transferable gray area experiences that shape an Two credits must be activities. (p 50) credits may be applied toward individual’s point of view, including the 90-credit minimum for the degree. one’s own. 4. Natural Science/Technologies • Recognize the nature of power and (15 cr.) ASSOCIATE OF ARTS privilege. Maximum of 10 credits from one GENERAL STUDIES, AA Humanities Outcomes department: Astronomy, ATA Technol- ogies, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, This entire degree can be completed • Evaluate and apply disciplinary Earth Science, Environmental Con- online. approaches in the context of servation 202, Environmental Science creative expression and human &101, Geology, Mathematics (100-level Purpose experience. and above), Natural Science, Nutrition, The Associate of Arts General Studies • Analyze and interpret personal, Oceanography, Physics. Degree is appropriate for students societal, and/or historical 5. Social Sciences (15 cr.) whose primary goal is to earn a two- experiences that interact with year college degree. It may be suitable aesthetic values. Maximum of 10 credits from one de- for you if you wish to apply credit by partment: Accounting, Anthropology, 9 GENERAL DEGREE INFORMATION

Business Administration, Computer institutions, you are advised that many Professional/Technical department Science 101, Criminal Justice &101, courses in this degree are not usually chair. CJ& 105, CJ& 110, CJ 111, CJ& 106, transferable because of their special- Early Childhood Education &100, ized nature. If you are interested in 3. Computational Skills (5 cr.) ECED& 105, Economics, EDUC& 115, continuing your studies after earning • WMATH 100 (5): EDUC& 122, EDUC& 202, Ethnic the AAS degree, consult with a coun- Alternate courses of an equal or Studies 100, ETHNC 111, Geography, selor or the department chair as well higher number may be substituted History, International Studies, Political as your intended transfer institution for in some majors. Science, Psychology, Social Science specific transfer options available to and Sociology. you. See list of professional/technical 4. Physical Education (2 cr.) transfer agreements below. • Physical Education: PE 200 (2) 6. Humanities (15 cr.) OR Maximum of 10 credits from one Degree Requirements department: • Physical Education: PE 100 (1) To graduate from SVC with an Associ- plus one activity credit (choice Art | Communication Studies: CMST ate in Applied Science (AAS) degree, determined by program - check 102, CMST 105, CMST 141, CMST students must complete a minimum of with department chairperson) 201, CMST 205, CMST& 220 | Drama 90 credits with a minimum cumulative | English: ENGL&112, ENGL& 113, GPA of 2.0 including a technical major 5. Human Relations Skills (3-5 cr.) ENGL 115, ENGL 120, ENGL 202, and related education requirements. • CMST 125, CMST& 210, or ENGL& 220, ENGL& 236, ENGL 239, At least 25 core program credits must CMST& 220, or another specific ENGL 250, ENGL& 254, ENGL 283 | be earned at SVC with a minimum GPA course designated by the Humanities | Music | Philosophy | of 2.0. The student’s declared major Professional/Technical department World Languages must have approval of the Dean of chair. 7. Electives (25-29 cr.) Professional/Technical Education and the Department Chair of your techni- 6. Cooperative Education (1-15 cr.) In order to accumulate 90 college-level cal field. To receive an Associate in Cooperative Education courses are list- (100 or higher) credits for the degree, Applied Science Degree, students must ed as 199 courses. You will complete you will need elective credits. You may satisfy requirements listed below. 30 hours of work at a supervised site select electives from the distribution for each credit received. Concurrent list in the Natural Sciences, Human- • Requirements for each technical major are listed by department. enrollment in Cooperative Education ities or Social Sciences, or any other seminars or equivalent is required. You • An ampersand (&) designates transferable college-level academic may earn from 1 to 15 credits toward Common Course Numbering. courses. A maximum of 45 credits this degree requirement. Approval of from **gray area courses are allowed 1. First Quarter Experience (2 cr.) the department chair is required for in this degree. Professional/ techni- enrollment in all 199 courses. See pro- • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience cal credits, credits by examination, gram for specific requirements. independent study, PE activity credits (2) beyond two credits, military credits, 2. Communication Skills (3-5 cr.) 7. Diversity Requirement DANTES, CLEP, Advanced Placement A Diversity Intensive course or group of • English: ENGL& 101 - English exams and seminars, workshops are courses that offers a minimum total of Composition I examples of gray area credits. Con- 30 contact hours of diversity intensive sult your academic advisor or credit OR experience. Students should consult evaluator. • ENGL 170 - Professional and with their faculty advisor or counsel- Technical Communication (3-5 cr.), * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, or to identify the appropriate course pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course OR or group of courses that fulfills this requirement. requirements with an SVC advisor. Students • Another specific communication are responsible for checking specific major course as designated by the requirements of baccalaureate institutions. Professional/Technical department TECHNICAL ARTS, AAS ** See Gray Area courses, p 50. chair. Specific course options in this 90 credits category are designated within each ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED major: Purpose SCIENCE DEGREE, AAS AND The Associate of Applied Science in • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal Technical Arts (AAS) degree is de- 90 credits Communication: D signed for students who are preparing OR to enter a career field. Although certain Purpose courses in this degree may transfer to • CMST 125 - Professional baccalaureate institutions, you are ad- The Associate in Applied Science Communication: D (3-5 cr.) (AAS) degree is designed for students vised that many courses in this degree OR who are preparing to enter a career are not usually transferable because field. Although certain courses in this • Another specific communication of their specialized nature. If you are degree may transfer to baccalaureate course as designated by the interested in continuing your studies after earning the AAS degree, consult 9 GENERAL DEGREE INFORMATION

with a counselor or the department edge” and planning for financing col- Professional/Technical AAS and chair as well as your intended transfer lege costs and a degree timeline. AAS-T Transfer Agreements institution for specific transfer options • Communication Skills (3-5 cr.) available to you. A list of professional/ English 101 or 170, or another specific Central Washington University technical transfer agreements follows. communication course as designated Information Technology and Admin- Professional/Technical by the Professional/Technical depart- ment chair. istrative Management: accepts all Certificates Professional/Technical AAS and AAS-T Specific course options in this catego- The Professional/Technical Certificate degrees for transfer subject to CWU- ry are designated within each major. ITAM general admissions criteria. represents a planned sequence of Communication Studies &210, 125 courses which prepares students for (3-5 cr.) or another specific commu- City University entry into a technical field of em- nication course as designated by the ployment. All professional/technical Professional/Technical department Early Childhood Education and En- certificate programs emphasize the chair. vironmental Conservation AAS-T technical major and related instruction degrees. Other AAS degree program in communications, computation and 2. Computational Skills (5 cr.) transcripts are individually reviewed human relations skills in the curricu- • Professional Technical Applied for transferability and BA completion lum. Upon completion of coursework, Math (WMATH 100, 5 cr.). Alternate requirements. the certificate must be approved by courses of an equal or higher the Dean for Professional/Technical number may be substituted in some DeVry University Education and the Department Chair. majors. Early Childhood Education, AAS and Professional/Technical Certificates are AAS-T. listed within each professional/techni- 3. Physical Education (2 cr.) cal department. • Physical Education 200 (2 cr.) or Eastern Oregon University Micro-Certificates of • Physical Education 100 plus one activity credit (choice determined The BS Fire Services Administration Completion by program - check with program accepts the Fire Protection Technology, AAS-T degree for transfer. Micro-Certificates of Completion are department chairperson) Eastern Washington University designed for taking courses over a 4. Human Relations Skills (3-5 cr.) short-term period of time focusing on a Child Studies: Early Childhood Educa- specific skill within an existing Profes- • Communication Studies 125, tion, AAS and AAS-T. sional/Technical program. CMST& 210, or CMST& 220, or another specific course designated The Degree Requirements by the Professional/Technical department chair. Accepts the following AAS and AAS-T To graduate from SVC with an Asso- degrees for transfer as “upside ciate of Applied Science in Technical 5. Cooperative Ed. (1-15 cr.) down” degree at TESC: Business Arts Degree, you must complete a Cooperative Education courses are list- Management, Computer Information minimum of 90 credits with a mini- ed as 199 courses. You will complete Systems, Criminal Justice, Early mum cumulative GPA of 2.0 including 30 hours of work at a supervised site Childhood Education, Electronics a technical major and related educa- for each credit received. Concurrent Engineering Technology, Electronics tion requirements. At least 25 core enrollment in Cooperative Education Technology, Environmental Conser- program credits must be earned at seminars or equivalent is required. You vation, and Human Services. SVC with a minimum GPA of 2.0. Your may earn from 1 to 15 credits toward major must have approval of the Dean this degree requirement. Approval of Montana State University-Northern of Professional/Technical Education the dept. chair is required for enroll- Diesel Power Technology, AAS. and the Department Chair of your ment in all 199 courses. See program Trinity Western University - Bellingham technical field. To receive an Associate for specific requirements. of Applied Science in Technical Arts Human Services Generalist or Human Degree, you must satisfy requirements 6. Diversity Requirement Services-Substance Use Disorder listed below. A Diversity Intensive course or group of (SUD) Counseling Emphasis, AAS An ampersand (&) designates Common courses that offers a minimum total of degrees. Course Numbering. 30 contact hours of diversity intensive experience. Students should consult University of Idaho-College of Natural 1. First Quarter Experience (2 cr.) with their faculty advisor or counsel- Resources • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience or to identify the appropriate course Environmental Conservation, AAS-T. (2) or group of courses that fulfills this An orientation to college life and spe- requirement. University of Phoenix cific resources to succeed in attaining educational goals. Topics include: Reviews each AAS-T and AAS degree identifying interests and occupational program individually for transferability choices, engaging in “college knowl- and BA completion requirements. 9 GENERAL DEGREE INFORMATION

University of Washington - Bothell Communicate Produce and exchange ideas and infor- Advanced Placement (LPN) Registered mation through written, spoken, and Nursing, AAS. visual forms. University of Washington College of • Read, comprehend, and produce the Environment, College of Forest college level writing Resources • Demonstrate effective interpersonal, group, and/or public Environmental Conservation, AAS-T. communication skills Seattle Pacific University • Develop appropriate communication strategies to Early Childhood Education, AAS-T. inform, persuade, or entertain • Demonstrate informational, critical, Washington Engineering Institute - BS and empathetic listening skills Mechanical Engineering Technician appropriate to a given context Program • Analyze, interpret, and/or create Manufacturing - Engineering Technolo- visually communicated content gy, AAS degree. Integrate Washington State University-Human Apply knowledge, skills, and methodol- Development, Early Childhood ogies from multiple disciplines. Education • Recognize the interconnectedness Early Childhood Education AAS and of diverse disciplines and areas of AAS-T. study • Identify the strengths and Western Washington University - limitations of different disciplinary Fairhaven College frameworks and methodologies and Any AAS degree that is also offered as their implementation an academic major at WWU. • Identify and evaluate the relationships among different General Education Learning perspectives within a field of study Values or among different fields of study • Demonstrate cognitive complexity Think by considering issues from multiple Think analytically, logically, creatively, perspectives and reflectively. Engage • Recognize how the values and biases in different disciplines can Interact with humans and the environ- affect the ways in which information ment informed by an understanding of and knowledge are created and equity. analyzed • Demonstrate an understanding • Analyze issues and develop of the historically and socially questions within a discipline constructed nature of human differences, with a particular focus • Access, interpret, and evaluate on power and privilege relevant information to reach defensible conclusions • Identify prevailing systems of power and one’s individual and group • Develop unique and/or innovative status solutions and gain insight utilizing reflective and creative thought • Reflect critically on one’s processes ethical role and identity as a citizen, consumer, student, and Quantify environmental actor Apply mathematical skills quantitative- • Apply cross-cultural communication ly, logically, creatively, and critically. strategies and skills appropriate to • Use mathematical principles and a given context methods to reason, gain insight, and solve problems • Interpret data presented in various formats 9 GENERAL DEGREE INFORMATION

DISTRIBUTION LIST • CHEM& 251 - Organic Chem Lab I (2) * • PHYS& 231 - Engineering Phys Lab I (1) * • CHEM& 242 - Organic Chem II (4) AND AA-DTA AND • PHYS& 241 - Engineering Physics I (5) • CHEM& 252 - Organic Chem Lab II (2) * • PHYS& 232 - Engineering Phys Lab II A. Natural Sciences (15 cr.) • CHEM& 243 - Organic Chem III (3) (1) * Select courses from at least two of the EARTH SCIENCE AND following disciplines, with no more than 10 • EASC 102 - Meteorology (5) * • PHYS& 242 - Engineering Physics II (5) credits from one discipline and no more • EASC 110 - Energy • PHYS& 233 - Engineering Phys Lab III than 5 credits in Math or Natural Science. • and Society (5) * (1) * One lab science must also be included in • EASC 111 - Matter AND selected courses. • and Energy in Earth Science (5) * • PHYS& 243 - Engineering Physics III (5) * indicates a lab course • EASC 120 - Climate Change & Climate ASTRONOMY Solutions (5) * B. Social Sciences (15 cr.) • ASTR& 100 - Survey of Astronomy (5) ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION Select courses from at least two of the • ASTR& 101 - Intro to Astronomy (5) * • ENVC 165 - Sustainability Fundamentals following disciplines, with no more than 10 BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE (5) * credits from one discipline: • BIOL& 100 - Survey of Biology (5) * • ENVC 202 - Wildlife Biology: D (5) * ANTHROPOLOGY • Environmental Science • BIOL 105 - Introduction to Plant Science • ANTH& 204 - Archaeology (5) (5) * • ENVS& 101 - Intro to Env Science (5) * • ANTH& 205 - Biological Anthropology (5) • BIOL 111 - Matter GEOLOGY • ANTH& 206 - Cultural Anthropology: D (5) • and Energy in Life Science (5) * • GEOL& 100 - Survey of Earth Science (5) • ANTH& 234 - Religion & Culture: D (5) • BIOL 127 - Ecosystems of the Pacific • GEOL& 101 - Intro Physical Geology (5) * Northwest (5) • GEOL& 110 - Environmental Geology (5) * BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION • BIOL 133 - Field Botany (5) * • GEOL& 208 - Geology of Pacific NW (5) * • BUS& 101 - Intro to Business (5) • BIOL& 160 - General Biology w/Lab (5) * • BUS& 201 - Business Law (5) • BIOL& 170 - Human Biology (5) MATHEMATICS • BUS 241 - Introduction to International • BIOL 190 - Life in the Sea (3) • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) Business (5) • BIOL 205 - Marine Biology (5) * • MATH& 141 - Precalculus I (5) • BIOL& 221 - Majors Ecology/Evolution • MATH& 142 - Precalculus II (5) COMPUTER SCIENCE (5) * • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats (5) • CS 101 - Computers, Technology and • BIOL& 222 - Majors Cell/Molecular • MATH& 148 - Business Calculus (5) Society (5) Biology (5) * OR CRIMINAL JUSTICE • BIOL& 223 - Majors Organismal • MATH& 151 - Calculus I (5) Physiology (5) * • CJ& 101 - Intro Criminal Justice (3) • MATH& 152 - Calculus II (5) • BIOL 224 - Ecology (5) • CJ 111 - Criminal Justice Procedures (3) • MATH& 153 - Calculus III (5) • BIOL& 241 - Human Anatomy ECONOMICS • and Physiology I (5) * NATURAL SCIENCE • BIOL& 242 - Human A & P II (5) * • NASC 100 - Introduction to Physical • ECON 101 - Introduction to Economics • BIOL& 260 - Microbiology (5) * Science (5) * (5) • ECON& 201 - Micro Economics (5) CHEMISTRY NUTRITION • ECON& 202 - Macro Economics (5) • CHEM& 100 - Preparatory Chemistry (5) • NUTR& 101 - Nutrition (5) EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION • CHEM& 105 - Chemical Concepts (5) OCEANOGRAPHY • CHEM& 110 - Chemical Concepts • ECED& 105 - Introduction to Early • OCEA& 101 - Intro to Oceanography (5) * with Lab (5) * Childhood Education (5) PHYSICS • CHEM& 121 - Intro to Chemistry (5) * EDUCATION • CHEM& 122 - Introduction to Organic • PHYS& 100 - Physics Non-Sci Majors (5) • EDUC& 115 - Child Development (5) Chemistry (5) • PHYS 111 - Matter and Energy in • CHEM& 123 - Introduction to Physics (5) * • EDUC& 122 - Child Development II (5) Biochemistry (5) • PHYS& 124 - General Physics Lab I (1) * • EDUC& 202 - Intro to Education (5) • CHEM& 131 - Intro to Organic/ AND ETHNIC STUDIES Biochemistry (5) * • PHYS& 134 - General Physics I (5) • CHEM& 161 - General Chem w/Lab I (5) * • ETHNC 100 - American Minorities: D (5) • PHYS& 125 - General Physics Lab II (1) * • CHEM& 162 - General Chem w/Lab II • ETHNC 111 - History of the Northwest (5) * AND Indians: D (5) • CHEM& 163 - General Chem w/Lab III • PHYS& 135 - General Physics II (5) • ETHNC 120 - Survey of the Chicano (5) * • PHYS& 126 - General Physics Lab III (1) * People (5) • CHEM& 241 - Organic Chem I (4) AND • ETHNC 201 - Minorities in American AND • PHYS& 136 - General Physics III (5) Society: D (5)

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GEOGRAPHY SOCIOLOGY ENGLISH • GEOG& 100 - Introduction to Geography • SOC& 101 - Intro to Sociology: D (5) • ENGL& 112 - Intro to Fiction: D (5) (5) • SOC 112 - Comparative Ethnic Relations • ENGL& 113 - Intro to Poetry: D (5) HISTORY (5) • ENGL 115 - Introduction to Film: D (5) • SOC& 201 - Social Problems (5) • ENGL 120 - Introduction to Children’s • HIST& 116 - Western Civilization I (5) • SOC 204 - Intro to Stratification and Literature (5) • HIST& 117 - Western Civilization II: D (5) Inequality in America: D (5) • ENGL 202 - Introduction to Literature: • HIST& 118 - Western Civilization III: D (5) • SOC 206 - Sociology of the Family: D (5) D (5) • HIST 121 - Religions of the World: D (5) • ENGL& 220 - Intro to Shakespeare (5) • HIST& 126 - World Civilizations I: D (5) C. Humanities (15 cr.) • ENGL& 236 - Creative Writing I (5) • HIST& 127 - World Civilizations II: D (5) • ENGL 239 - Introduction to U.S. Latino Select courses from at least two of the • HIST& 128 - World Civilizations III: D (5) Literature: D (5) following disciplines, with no more than 10 • HIST& 146 - US History I: D (5) • ENGL 250 - Introduction to American credits from one discipline. No more than 5 • HIST& 147 - US History II: D (5) Literature: D (5) credits may be applied in world languages • HIST& 148 - US History III: D (5) • ENGL& 254 - World Literature I (5) at the 100 level. No more than 5 credits • HIST& 214 - Pacific NW History (5) • ENGL 283 - British Literature 19th and may be applied in performance/skill studio 20th Centuries: D (5) • HIST& 215 - Women in US History (5) courses. • HIST& 219 - Native American History: D HUMANITIES Performance/skills courses are indicated (5) by an * • HUM& 101 - Intro to Humanities (5) • HIST 242 - History of the Modern Middle JOURNALISM East: D (5) ART • JOUR 101 - Introduction to Journalism & • HIST 270 - History of Modern Asia (5) • ART& 100 - Art Appreciation: D (5) Newswriting (5) INTERNATIONAL STUDIES • ART 101 - Drawing Fundamentals (5) * MUSIC • IS 200 - States and Capitalism: the • ART 111 - Two Dimensional Color and • MUSC 100 - Music Fundamentals (5) Origins of Western Wealth and Power (5) Design (5) * • MUSC& 105 - Music Appreciation (5) • IS 201 - The International System (5) • ART 142 - Survey of Art History: Prehistory to 1300 AD: D (5) • MUSC 127 - History of Rock and Roll: D • IS 202 - Cultural Interactions in an (5) Interdependent World (5) • ART 143 - Survey of Art History: 1300- 1850: D (5) • MUSC 128 - Jazz: America’s Artform: D LIBRARY • ART 144 - Modern Art History: D (5) (5) • LIB 201 - Critical Information Studies & • ART 150 - Health and Safety in the Visual • MUSC 129 - World Music: D (5) Research Methods (5) Arts (1) • MUSC 137 - Choir (2) * POLITICAL SCIENCE • ART 181 - Photography I (4) * • MUSC 138 - Small Vocal Ensemble (1-5) * • MUSC& 141 - Music Theory I (5) • POLS& 101 - Intro Political Science (5) • ART 201 - Painting I (4) * • ART 241 - Ceramics I (1-4) * • MUSC& 142 - Music Theory II (5) • POLS 200 - Introduction to Law (5) • MUSC 164 - Jazz Ensemble (1-3) * • POLS 201 - Comparative Government: COMMUNICATION STUDIES PHILOSOPHY D (5) • CMST& 102 - Intro to Mass Media (5) • PHIL& 101 - Intro to Philosophy (5) • POLS& 202 - American Government: D • CMST 105 - Multicultural Communication: (5) • PHIL& 106 - Intro to Logic (5) D (5) • POLS& 203 - International Relations: D • PHIL 115 - Introduction to Learning and • CMST 141 - Oral Interpretation of (5) Knowing (5) Literature (5) • POLS 204 - State and Local Government • PHIL 140 - Philosophy of Religion (5) • CMST 201 - Communication Theory (5) (5) • PHIL 215 - Introduction to Ethics (5) • CMST 205 - Intercultural Communication: PSYCHOLOGY D (5) WORLD LANGUAGES • PSYC& 100 - General Psychology (5) • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) American Sign Language • PSYC 115 - Knowing and Learning (5) DRAMA • ASL& 121 - Am Sign Language I (5) • PSYC& 180 - Human Sexuality (5) • ASL& 122 - Am Sign Language II (5) • DRMA& 101 - Intro to Theatre: D (5) • PSYC& 200 - Lifespan Psychology (5) • ASL& 123 - Am Sign Language III (5) • DRMA 133 - Acting: Voice Expression • PSYC 202 - Biopsychology (5) (5) * Chinese • PSYC 205 - Social Psychology (5) • DRMA 134 - Acting: Physical Expression • CHIN& 121 - Chinese I (5) • PSYC& 220 - Abnormal Psychology (5) (5) * • CHIN& 122 - Chinese II (5) SOCIAL SCIENCE • DRMA 136 - Acting Shakespeare (5) • CHIN& 123 - Chinese III (5) • SOSC 100 - Global Issues/Social Science • DRMA 236 - Theater History I: Ancient- French (5) Renaissance (5) • FRCH& 121 - French I: D (5) • SOSC 110 - Gender Roles & Social • DRMA 237 - Theater History II: • FRCH& 122 - French II: D (5) Structure (5) Renaissance-1850 (5) • FRCH& 123 - French III: D (5) • SOSC 190 - Social History of Work (1-3) • DRMA 238 - Modern Theater History (5) Japanese

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• JAPN& 121 - Japanese I: D (5) DIESEL POWER TECHNOLOGY MEDICAL ASSISTANT (AHE • JAPN& 122 - Japanese II: D (5) • All courses COURSES) • JAPN& 123 - Japanese III: D (5) EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION • All courses Spanish MULTIMEDIA & INTERACTIVE • SPAN& 121 - Spanish I: D (5) • All courses except: TECHNOLOGY • SPAN& 122 - Spanish II: D (5) • ECED& 105 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education (5) • SPAN& 123 - Spanish III: D (5) • All courses • SPAN& 221 - Spanish IV: D (5) EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL OFFICE & BUSINESS • SPAN& 222 - Spanish V: D (5) • All courses except: TECHNOLOGY • SPAN& 223 - Spanish VI: D (5) • EDUC& 115 - Child Development (5) • All courses • EDUC& 122 - Child Development II (5) PHYSICAL EDUCATION GRAY AREA COURSES • EDUC& 202 - Intro to Education (5) • All courses (one credit in addition to the Gray area courses include, but are not • EDUC& 203 - Exceptional Child (3) 3-credit PE degree requirement)​ limited to, those found in the following • EDUC 223 - Practicum and Seminar (1-5) departments. Exceptions count as • EDUC 246 - Working with Bilingual POLITICAL SCIENCE academic electives. Children (3) • POLS 131 - Seminar in Educ Government AGRICULTURE ENGINEERING I (1) • ENGR 100 - Engineering Orientation (2) • POLS 132 - Seminar in Educ Government • All courses II (1) • ENGR 199 - Cooperative Education ALLIED HEALTH EDUCATION Experience (1-15) SOCIAL SCIENCE • All courses (including Pharmacy • ENGR 299 - Learning into Action (1-15) • SOSC 113 - Job Search (1) Technician) ENGLISH • SOSC 125 - Employer/Employee Roles & Perspectives (2) AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY • ENGL 170 - Professional and Technical • All courses Communication (3) • SOSC 131 - College Governance (1) • SOSC 132 - Student Leadership Seminar BUSINESS ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION (1-2) • BUS 120 Business Computers and • ENVC 165 - Sustainability Fundamentals TECHNICAL DESIGN Applications (5) • All courses BUSINESS MANAGEMENT • ENVC 202 - Wildlife Biology: D (5) VETERINARY ASSISTANT • BUS 112 - Personal Finance FAMILY LIFE • BUS 212 - Investment and Financial • All courses • All courses Planning II FIREFIGHTER PROTECTION WELDING TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE & CAREER SUCCESS TECHNOLOGY • All courses SKILLS • All courses ADDITIONAL COURSE OPTIONS • All courses GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION • ​Any class taken as CLEP, DANTES, or for COMPOSITES TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS military credit • Independent study workshop classes • All courses • All courses • Cooperative classes (199): COMPUTER INFORMATION HEALTH AND FITNESS AHE 199, AT 199, BIOL 199, CUL 199, SYSTEMS • All courses CHEM 199, CIS 199, CJ 199, DSL 199, ECED 199, ENGR 199, ENVC 199, GIS • All courses HUMAN SERVICES COMMUNICATION STUDIES 199, HFT 199, MIT 199, MT 199, OBT • All courses except: 199, PHYS 199, VETA 199, and WT 199 • CMST 125 - Professional Communication: • HSERV 141 - Alcoholism and other • Learning into Action (LIA) classes D (3) Addictive Disorders (5) (299): ANTH 299, ART 299, AT 299, CRAFT BREWING JOURNALISM BIOL 299, BUS 299, CHEM 299, CMST 299, DRMA 299, EASC 299, ECON • All courses • No more than 2 credits applied news 299, EDUC 299, ENGL 299, ENGR 299, writing CRIMINAL JUSTICE ETHNC 299, FRCH 299, GEOG 299, HIST • All courses except: MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY 299, HUM 299, JAPN 299, MATH 299, • CJ& 101 - Intro Criminal Justice (3) • All courses MUSC 299, NASC 299, PE 299, PHIL 299, PHYS 299, POLS 299, PSYC 299, • CJ& 105 - Intro to Corrections (3) MARINE MAINTENANCE SOC 299, SOSC 299, and SPAN 299 • CJ& 110 - Criminal Law (3) TECHNOLOGY • CJ 111 - Criminal Justice Procedures (3) • All courses CULINARY ARTS • All courses

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• AESL 103 - Reading Associate in Applied Science Degree ACADEMIC ENGLISH AS (AAS) is available. Our focus is to offer  • AESL 105 - Communication Skills  A SECOND LANGUAGE entry-and intermediate-level health-      care career options and to provide a    AREA OF STUDY: ARTS & COMMUNICATION ACCOUNTING    stepping stone into other healthcare   AREA OF STUDY: BUSINESS  Program Description professions. The educational goal is Program Description to provide quality programs that will The AESL Program is located on the give students the skills and knowledge Mount Vernon Campus and is com-   Many career opportunities exist in needed to provide quality care for    prised of intensive and semi-intensive the accounting field. Accountants and diverse patient populations.

 classes. Classes are credit-bearing,   paraprofessionals are hired by private America needs more healthcare work-    with each level of instruction provid- industry, governmental agencies and

 ers. Healthcare is one of the fastest  ing between 10 and 20 credit hours public accounting firms.  growing industries and the list of high      per week, depending on placement. Students who plan to major in Busi- demand occupations continues in the      Mid-quarter entry is available for inter-

  ness Administration at a four-year    healthcare field. The aging population,    national students entering the intensive   institution should take ACCT& 201, new medical technologies, and chang- level offerings; otherwise, AESL cours- ACCT& 202 and ACCT& 203 and con- es in the way health care is, and will es follow the college quarterly sched-

sider Skagit’s Associate in Business be delivered in the future, are opening ule. Our focus includes teaching Aca- transfer degree. In addition, students doors for people who want to train for demic English as a Second Language  should contact a counselor or advisor a job that pays well and gives them a    (AESL), developing intercultural aware-  for other pre-major requirements.  chance to help other people.

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    Those who plan to enter the profession While not all health careers involve   study skills. The program provides a      as paraprofessionals or accounting working directly with patients, every  warm and friendly environment where       clerks should complete the require-

 health professional plays an important    students can readily find support from ments for an Associate in Technical    instructors, tutors, staff and fellow role on the healthcare team. Health  

Arts Degree or the Microcomputer Ac- careers offer the satisfaction of helping   students. Faculty members facilitate    counting Certificate or Payroll Account- others. Advances in medical technol-   learning, mentor students and provide  ing Certificate. Both the ATA degree ogy also make health careers exciting meaningful opportunities to learn and

and the certificates are offered through and ever-changing. Researchers are

practice English. The program also   hosts the AESL Tutoring Center, for all the Office Administration and Account- constantly discovering new ways to

 

  international students and all AESL ing Technologies department. ATA and diagnose, treat and prevent diseases.     certificate programs concentrate on

    students needing assistance with their Health workers receive ongoing train-

  required office skills, computer skills,  ing to learn new skills, use new tech-     coursework. AESL program offerings  are designed for students whose first communication skills and technical nologies and improve patient care. accounting skills. language is not English and are labeled Program Learning Outcomes AESL 050 through AESL 105. Courses Courses • ACCT 142 - Payroll Procedures Graduates of the Medical Assistant program will be able to: • Academic English as a Second • ACCT 145 - Small Business Language Accounting I Knowledge (Cognitive): • AESL 050 - Beginning Academic • ACCT 146 - Small Business • Demonstrate the application of ESL: Reading & Writing Accounting II foundational core curriculum to clinical and administrative • AESL 055 - Beginning Academic • ACCT 242 - QuickBooks practices. ESL: Speaking & Listening • ACCT 244 - Sage 50 • Accurately relate law and ethics as • AESL 060 - Intermediate Academic • ACCT& 201 - Prin of Accounting I it applies to the medical assisting ESL: Reading & Writing • ACCT& 202 - Prin of Accounting II scope of practice and patient care. • AESL 065 - Intermediate Academic • ACCT& 203 - Prin of Accounting III Psychomotor (Skills): ESL: Speaking & Listening • Perform clinical and administrative • AESL 070 - High Intermediate ALLIED HEALTH skills with a high degree of accuracy Academic ESL: Reading & Writing and consistency. • AESL 075 - High Intermediate EDUCATION • Demonstrate the ability to Academic ESL: Speaking & AREA OF STUDY: HEALTH SCIENCES anticipate and prioritize workflow Listening Program Description given varied patient scenarios and • AESL 086 - Improving College clinical situations. Writing The Allied Health Education (AHE) des- Affective (Behaviors): • AESL 087 - Integrated Skills ignation includes all courses required for certificates offered in Medical • Recognize the needs of diverse • AESL 097 - Grammar/Composition I Assistant, Medical Billing and Coding patient populations, demonstrate • AESL 098 - Grammar/Composition Specialist, and Pharmacy Techni- cultural competence and II cian. A two-year Medical Assistant appropriate communication

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methods to facilitate excellent including resume, and present tions to check for prerequisites when patient care. oneself positively in a job interview. planning their course of study. • Model the qualities of valued • Identify and access professional Allied Health Education Program healthcare team professionals organizations and continuing including timeliness, reliability, educational resources. Website integrity, interpersonal and • Apply for a Pharmacy Technician For the most current overview about communication skills. License from the Washington State the Allied Health Education program Graduates of the Pharmacy Board of Pharmacy. and specific program information, Technician program will: • Identify the required information to please visit www.skagit.edu/allied- health. • Possess the knowledge needed successfully complete the required to analyze the Top 200 most National Certification Exam to Program Notes prescribed drugs to include become a Certified Pharmacy their brand and generic names, Technician. Criminal background checks and therapeutic class, use, dosage • Have knowledge of current illegal substance-illegal drug screens forms, dosing, pregnancy category, Washington State Law as it applies are required for all students entering and patient information labeling. to pharmacy. Allied Health programs. This require- ment is based on medical industry • Create patient profiles, prescription Entry into the Program standards and Washington State laws order entry, & fill prescriptions with protecting vulnerable populations Please apply at Enrollment Services or acceptable speed and accuracy. (RCW 43.43.880 and 43.43.842). online at www.skagit.edu/getstarted • Demonstrate knowledge of IV Drug screens and background checks to be admitted to Skagit Valley College preparation and aseptic techniques. are required by clinical agencies and receive a student ID (SID). Attend where students complete their clinical • Use appropriate medical language an information session and fill out an practicums. This screening occurs at to effectively communicate with Allied Health Education program appli- the start of all Allied Health programs members of the healthcare team. cation (see the Allied Health Education (AHE 130 for Pharmacy students). All • Demonstrate critical thinking skills web page for dates: www.skagit.edu/ students participating in clinical place- needed to prioritize, anticipate and alliedhealth). Admission and registra- ment for practicum will complete an analyze problems, and to evaluate tion guidelines are listed in the cata- additional drug screening immediately and implement solutions. log and on the college website. Some prior to entering clinical practicum. Allied Health Education programs can • Accurately apply mathematical Students should be aware that certain be completed on a part-time basis. principles required in the gross misdemeanors and felonies may Students must enter some programs preparation and distribution of disqualify them from participating in only during certain quarters and follow drugs. clinical externships and prevent them the suggested schedule of courses to • Communicate respectfully and from completing their certificate or complete required course work. Some professionally with co-workers, degree. Future employment opportu- Allied Health Education programs have health care professionals, nities in the health care field may also prerequisite courses that must be customers, patients, and their be affected. See program website for completed prior to entering. families. additional information. Registration for Medical Assistant co- • Use effective written and oral Occupational Exposure: Students plan- hort entries takes place in the fall and communication and listening ning to enter any of the Allied Health winter quarters, and requires meeting skills in interactions with a diverse Education programs need to know with an Allied Health Education faculty patient population. that, as a health care provider, they advisor. Some key courses are offered are at risk for exposure to blood borne • Understand and practice the only during specific quarters of the pathogens. professional work habits expected year. Students are required to contact in a Pharmacy setting, including the Allied Health faculty advisors for Program Options confidentiality and ethical help preparing their course schedules, practices. as well as fill out the Allied Health Ed- The Medical Assistant AAS Degree/ • Practice within the professional and ucation program application. Students Certificate program prepares students legal parameters for the role of a are encouraged to meet with Allied to work as a member of a health care Pharmacy Technician. Health Education faculty as early as team, performing a broad range of clinical and administrative tasks under • Possess a commitment to diversity possible for the best program plan- the supervision of a physician, physi- and enhanced employability ning. cian’s assistant or nurse practitioner. through the understanding and It is strongly recommended that Program graduates assist health practice of human relations, students be able to read, write and care professionals in many aspects teamwork, and patient service compute at college level and have ba- of medical practice, including patient skills. sic keyboarding skills. Students lacking care management, administrative, and this preparation should consult an • Demonstrate the ability to research clinical procedures such as: assisting advisor for appropriate coursework to employment opportunities, prepare with physical examinations, phleboto- raise their skill level. 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ing electrocardiograms and instrument opportunity to complete a practicum cians Training competencies. Students sterilization. An experienced medical experience. This certificate requires completing the Pharmacy Technician assistant might serve as an office four to five quarters of full-time at- program will be able to sit for the administrator. Primary employers for tendance to complete the program of national Pharmacy Technician Certifi- medical assistants include: ambulatory study, and has 15-20 credits of prereq- cation exam. health care settings, extended health uisite course requirements prior to fall care facilities, public health agen- entry. Work-Based Learning cies, research institutes and medical Please note that specific duties of When eligible to do so, students will insurance firms. All students in the the Medical Assistant, Medical Billing integrate classroom learning with a Medical Assistant degree/certificate and Coding Specialist, and Pharmacy work-based learning/practicum experi- program take the same clinical training Technician, may vary between medical ence. Medical Assistant and Pharmacy and administrative skill coursework. settings depending on the facility’s Technician students are placed into Upon graduating from the Medical specialty, size and location. See Dental clinical practicums during their last Assistant degree or certificate pro- Assistant and Veterinary Assistant quarter of study. gram, students are eligible to take a sections for further information about In order to be placed into the required national certification exam. This AAS these Allied Health program options. degree requires 7 quarters of full-time practicum, student candidates must attendance to complete the program Certifications and Licensure have completed all specified courses of study. The certificate option also (varies with degree/certificate) with a requires 7 quarters to complete. The Medical Assistant program is minimum of ‘C’ grade and must meet accredited by the Commission on Ac- the following general requirements: The Medical Billing and Coding Spe- creditation of Allied Health Education • Negative TB test or chest X-ray cialist Certificate program prepares Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the • Tetanus/diphtheria vaccination students for billing/coding careers in recommendation of Medical Assistant within last 10 years medical offices, hospitals, clinics, or Education Review Board (MAERB). The insurance companies. Medical coding address is Commission on Accredita- • MMR (measles/mumps/rubella) specialists learn the translation of writ- tion of Allied Health Education Pro- vaccination or positive titer (if born ten documentation of disease, injuries, grams (CAAHEP), 25400 U.S. Highway before 1957, this requirement and/or medical procedures into al- 19 North, Suite 158, Clearwater, FL does not apply, according to CDC phanumeric classifications. Currently, 33763; the phone number is (727) recommendations and guidelines) reimbursement for health care services 210-2350 (www.caahep.org). • Hepatitis B vaccination series. (All is dependent on the assignment of 3 doses) codes to describe diagnoses, services, Upon successful completion of the and procedures. In addition to coding, Medical Assistant Certificate or AAS • Current annual seasonal influenza professional reimbursement specialists degree, graduates are then eligible immunization must learn the medical billing process to take a national certification exam • Current American Heart Association to conform to individual insurance approved by the Allied Health Depart- BLS credential and First Aid requirements, electronic billing proce- ment. Satisfactory completion of the certificate dures, and responsibilities associated national exam is a requirement to apply for certification in Washington • Certificate of attendance at a 7-hour with electronic data management. This AIDS Prevention Seminar certificate requires four to five quarters State (RCW 18-360). • Medical Assistant students must of full-time attendance to complete the Medical Billing and Coding certificate present evidence of having current program of study, and has 18-20 cred- program graduates are eligible to sit private medical insurance and its of prerequisite course requirements for the Certified Professional Cod- must purchase professional liability prior to fall entry. er (CPC) exam. The CPC credential insurance from the college before The Pharmacy Technician Certifi- is one of the American Academy of Professional Coder’s (AAPC) national they will be placed into a practicum cate program prepares students for experience the role of support personnel in hos- certification examinations for health- • Any other requirements of a specific pital, clinical, community, and other care school graduates to demonstrate certificate or practicum site may pharmacy settings. Working under the proficiency across a wide range of apply. direction of a licensed pharmacist, outpatient services using all codes sets (CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS).The ad- Pharmacy Technicians provide assis- Employment Outlook tance to the pharmacist in a variety of dress of the certifying organization is, technical tasks involving the packag- AAPC 2233 S Presidents Drive, Suite F, According to the Bureau of Labor Sta- ing, distribution, compounding, label- Salt Lake City, UT 84120. tistics, demand continues to be high ing, and recording of drugs. Students The Pharmacy Technician certificate for specialists in the healthcare field. will receive training in drug products, program is endorsed by the Washing- calculations, dosages, dispensing ton State Department of Health-Board Dismissal and Re-entry techniques, inventory management, of Pharmacy. This program meets or Procedures third-party billing, and Washington exceeds the goals and objectives of Once admitted to an Allied Health Edu- State pharmacy law. In addition to the American Society of Health Sys- cation program, students must comply lecture, students will have hands-on tems Pharmacists and the approved with the rules and regulations of the training in a lab environment and an Washington State Pharmacy Techni- program and any of the clinical affil-

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iates or be subject to dismissal from additional application for entry into the of 1 quarter/15 credits of college level the program. See the Allied Health Stu- program which is submitted to indicate course work with a 3.0 GPA or better. dent Handbook for more information. prerequisite completion plan. Students • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I Students must perform in a safe and will meet with Allied Health Education (5) competent manner in the clinical faculty for course sequence planning. Total Hours: 15 facilities and comply with the rules and Students can start Allied Health Edu- regulation of the Allied Health Educa- cation course work in any quarter, but WINTER tion department and clinical affiliates. cohort schedules must be followed. For Failure to do so may result in immedi- better course availability and comple- • AHE 102 - Basic Medical ate dismissal from the clinical facility tion in a timely manner, it is recom- Terminology (5) and the Allied Health Department. Un- mended that students enter during the safe practice in the clinical setting may designated quarter noted for a specific • † AHE 118 - Drug Dosage result in a failing grade in the clinical program. Some programs only have Calculations (5) practicum course. one annual entry. • OBT 162 - Microsoft Office Basics Prior students not currently enrolled in A certificate is awarded to those stu- (3) the program who wish to re-enter must dents who complete the following with Total Hours: 13 petition for readmission. Prior stu- a minimum C grade or above in each dents who have not attended school for course: SPRING two or more quarters must meet with the department chair before continuing Programs • AHE 105 - Electronic Medical in the program. Selected courses may Documents and Administrative need to be repeated before a student Degree Map | AAS Procedures (6) will be placed in a clinical practicum. • AHE 106 - Anatomy & Physiology (6) Students who have not attended Medical Assistant OR for four quarters prior to practicum placement may be required to retake 93 credits • BIOL& 241 - Human Anatomy and clinical, core program, and/or science Fall and Winter Entry Physiology I (5) courses that have regularly updated Includes required AAS courses. AND curriculum. AHE 199 may be used in Student schedule may vary based on • BIOL& 242 - Human A & P II (5) place of required/repeated course- entry point, credit load, and prereq- work at the Department Chair and/or uisites. Consult with an AHE advisor • AHE 200 - First Aid and Emergency Program Director’s discretion. Stu- for scheduling options. Sample only, Procedures (3) dents will be assessed based on past not for academic planning purposes. Total Hours: 15 performance, current performance and Students must submit a completed ap- experience, and then given an individ- plication to the Allied Health Education Second Year ualized remediation plan of courses to department for entry into Allied Health become practicum eligible. Practicum courses, or any program cohort. FALL placement may be delayed due to full The Medical Assistant Certificate is cohorts; students reentering may plan • AHE 110 - Introduction to Medical awarded to students who complete the on being placed into the next available Coding and Insurance (5) 88 credits of the technical portion of open practicum cohort group. the degree with a minimum C grade. • AHE 112 - Basic Pharmacology (5) General education courses must also • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal Medical Assistant Associate be completed with a minimum C Communication: D (5) in Applied Science Degree grade. Total Hours: 15 The Medical Assistant, AAS is award- First Year ed upon the completion of a minimum WINTER FALL of 90 credits. Students must complete • AHE 107 - Clinical Non-Sterile the Medical Assistant certificate with a • AHE 101 - Healthcare Interactions: Procedures (6) minimum 2.0 GPA in each course plus D (3) additional general education courses • AHE 108 - Clinical Sterile required for the certificate and AAS • AHE 103 - Law, Ethics, and Procedures (6) Professionalism in Healthcare (5) degree. • AHE 109 - Medical Disease & • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience Pathology (4) Program Certificates and (2) Total Hours: 16 Cohort Entry OR Students must submit a completed ap- • CSS 104 - College Success Skills for SPRING plication to the Allied Health Education Online Learning (1-3) department for entry into any Allied CSS 104 must be completed with a 3.0 • AHE 113 - Introduction to Health Education courses, or program GPA or better; or prior completion of a Phlebotomy (3) cohort; Pharmacy Technician has an degree/certificate; or prior completion

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• AHE 114 - Microbiology/Medical * AHE 106 - Anatomy & Physiology (6) list. Based on the date of their com- Lab Procedures (5) * AHE 200 - First Aid and Emergency pleted application, students will be ad- • AHE 115 - Injection Therapy (4) Procedures (3) mitted to the program each Fall quar- ter on a first-come, first-served basis. A Total Hours: 12 Total Hours: 15 certificate is awarded to students who complete the following program core SUMMER Second Year courses with a minimum 2.0 grade in each course. See the Medical Billing • AHE 116 - Medical Assistant Clinical 4TH QUARTER FALL and Coding Specialist​ web page for Practicum (6) application and further details.student • AHE 110 - Introduction to Medical • AHE 117 - Medical Assistant Clinical degree objectives are met. Coding and Insurance (5) Practicum Seminar (1) • AHE 112 - Basic Pharmacology (5) Prerequisite Courses Total Hours: 7 • AHE 102 - Basic Medical Total Hours: 10 Note: Terminology (5) † Students who do not receive an 5TH QUARTER WINTER • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience appropriate test score will require (2) • AHE 107 - Clinical Non-Sterile additional coursework to develop • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal Procedures (6) necessary skills for entry into class. Communication: D (5) • AHE 108 - Clinical Sterile • ENGL& 101 - English Composition Degree Map | Certificate Procedures (6) I (5) Medical Assistant • AHE 109 - Medical Disease & • OBT 162 - Microsoft Office Basics Pathology (4) (3) Fall and Winter Entry Total Hours: 16 • MATH 096 - Pre-Algebra (5) or 88 Credits higher with a grade of C or better, Please see an advisor for a Winter 6TH QUARTER SPRING or a placement score into MATH quarter entry. A certificate is awarded 0 97. • AHE 113 - Introduction to to students who complete the following Phlebotomy (3) courses with a 2.0 grade point average First Year • AHE 114 - Microbiology/Medical or above in each course. 1ST QUARTER FALL Lab Procedures (5) First Year • AHE 115 - Injection Therapy (4) • AHE 101 - Healthcare Interactions: D (3) 1ST QUARTER FALL Total Hours: 12 • AHE 106 - Anatomy & Physiology (6) • AHE 101 - Healthcare Interactions: 7TH QUARTER SUMMER • AHE 110 - Introduction to Medical D (3) Coding and Insurance (5) • AHE 103 - Law, Ethics, and • AHE 116 - Medical Assistant Clinical • AHE 112 - Basic Pharmacology (5) Professionalism in Healthcare (5) Practicum (6) • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience • AHE 117 - Medical Assistant Clinical Total Hours: 19 (2) Practicum Seminar (1) 2ND QUARTER WINTER • † ENGL& 101 - English Composition Total Hours: 7 I (5) • AHE 103 - Law, Ethics, and Note: Professionalism in Healthcare (5) Total Hours: 15 † Students who do not receive an ap- propriate test score will require addi- • AHE 109 - Medical Disease & 2ND QUARTER WINTER tional coursework to develop necessary Pathology (4) skills for entry into class. • AHE 122 - Coding in Outpatient • AHE 102 - Basic Medical Settings (6) Terminology (5) • AHE 200 - First Aid and Emergency • AHE 118 - Drug Dosage Calculations Degree Map | Certificate Procedures (3) (5) Medical Billing and Coding • OBT 162 - Microsoft Office Basics Specialist Total Hours: 18 (3) Fall and Winter Entry 3RD QUARTER SPRING Total Hours: 13 73-76 Credits * AHE 105 - Electronic Medical 3RD QUARTER SPRING Students wishing to enter the Medical Documents and Administrative Billing and Coding Specialist program Procedures (6) * AHE 105 - Electronic Medical will need to complete the prerequisite * AHE 118 - Drug Dosage Calculations Documents and Administrative courses listed below with a “C” grade (5) Procedures (6) or better and be placed on a waiting

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* AHE 123 - Medical Insurance Billing • AHE 200 - First Aid and Emergency • AHE 123 - Medical Insurance Billing with Coding Practicum (5)g Procedures (3) with Coding Practicum Community format • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I • AHE 128 - Introduction to Dental Total Hours: 16 (5) Clinic Total Hours: 14 • AHE 130 - Orientation to Pharmacy Practice Degree Map | Certificate Students who do not receive an • AHE 131 - Pharmacy Technician appropriate test score will require Pharmacy Technician Terminology additional coursework to develop Fall Entry Only necessary skills for entry into class. • AHE 132 - Applied Pharmacology 71 credits • AHE 133 - Pharmacy Records Second Year Students wishing to enter the Phar- Management macy Technician program will need 4TH QUARTER SUMMER • AHE 134 - Over-the-Counter (OTC) to complete the prerequisite courses Drugs listed below with a “C” grade or better • AHE 136 - Community Clinical • AHE 135 - Community & Hospital and be placed on a waiting list. Based Experience/Pharmacy Technician Drug Dispensing/Management on the date of their completed applica- (3) • AHE 136 - Community Clinical tion, students will be entered into the • AHE 137 - Hospital Clinical Experience/Pharmacy Technician program each Fall quarter on a first- Experience/Pharmacy Technician • AHE 137 - Hospital Clinical come, first-served basis. See Pharma- (3) cy Technician web page for application Experience/Pharmacy Technician and further details. • AHE 138 - Pharmacy Technician • AHE 138 - Pharmacy Technician Clinical Experience Seminar (1) Prerequisites to entering this program are Clinical Experience Seminar AHE 102, AHE 112, and CSS 103, OBT Total Hours: 7 • AHE 160 - Medical Dialogue I 162, and MATH 096 or higher with a C or • AHE 161 - Medical Dialogue II better, or a placement score into MATH Courses • AHE 199 - Cooperative Education 097. Courses must be taken in sequence. • AHE 101 - Healthcare Interactions: Experience D • AHE 200 - First Aid and Emergency First Year • AHE 102 - Basic Medical Procedures 1ST QUARTER FALL Terminology • AHE 103 - Law, Ethics, and AMERICAN SIGN • AHE 130 - Orientation to Pharmacy Professionalism in Healthcare Practice (4) • AHE 105 - Electronic Medical LANGUAGE • AHE 131 - Pharmacy Technician Documents and Administrative AREA OF STUDY: ARTS & COMMUNICATION Terminology (3) Procedures • AHE 101 - Healthcare Interactions: • AHE 106 - Anatomy & Physiology Program Description D (3) • AHE 107 - Clinical Non-Sterile American Sign Language courses, • AHE 118 - Drug Dosage Calculations Procedures offered through the World Languages Department, are offered in a contin- (5) • AHE 108 - Clinical Sterile uous, two-year program with courses Total Hours:15 Procedures that range from beginning to high • AHE 109 - Medical Disease & intermediate levels. The courses are 2ND QUARTER WINTER Pathology aimed at enabling students to gain pro- • AHE 132 - Applied Pharmacology • AHE 110 - Introduction to Medical ficiency in comprehension, speaking, (5) Coding and Insurance reading, writing and cultural compe- • AHE 112 - Basic Pharmacology tence. These courses are transferable • AHE 133 - Pharmacy Records and meet humanities distribution, and/ • AHE 113 - Introduction to Management (4) or elective requirements, depending on Phlebotomy • AHE 106 - Anatomy & Physiology (6) the specific degree sought or intended • AHE 114 - Microbiology/Medical • or BIOL& 241 and BIOL& 242 major. (Please note: the offering of Lab Procedures these courses is subject to instructor Total Hours: 15 • AHE 115 - Injection Therapy availability and student interest and demand.) 3RD QUARTER SPRING • AHE 116 - Medical Assistant Clinical Practicum Related Degree Options • AHE 134 - Over-the-Counter (OTC) • AHE 117 - Medical Assistant Clinical Drugs (2) Practicum Seminar Associate of Arts Direct Transfer • AHE 135 - Community & Hospital • AHE 118 - Drug Dosage Calculations Agreement, AA-DTA Drug Dispensing/Management (4) • AHE 122 - Coding in Outpatient Settings Courses • ASL& 121 - Am Sign Language I

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• ASL& 122 - Am Sign Language II • PE Activity (1) Courses • ASL& 123 - Am Sign Language III Total Hours: 14 • ANTH 270 - Field Course in Archaeology ANTHROPOLOGY 2ND QUARTER • ANTH 299 - Learning into Action AREA OF STUDY: PUBLIC SERVICE & SOCIAL • ANTH& 204 - Archaeology SCIENCE • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal Communication: D (5) • ANTH& 205 - Biological Program Description • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) Anthropology • ANTH& 206 - Cultural Anthropology studies all aspects of • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats Anthropology: D humanity, investigating how seeming- (5) ly different individuals, cultures, and • ANTH& 234 - Religion & Culture: D • NUTR& 101 - Nutrition (5) societies are related to one another and to all of humankind as a whole. Total Hours: 15 ASTRONOMY Anthropology itself is so broad a topic AREA OF STUDY: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, it is broken down into many sub-disci- 3RD QUARTER ENGINEERING, & MATH (STEM) plines. Skagit offers courses in several of these sub-disciplines, including • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) Program Description cultural anthropology, physical anthro- • SOC& 101 - Intro to Sociology: D (5) The Physics (PHYS) program at pology, archaeology, and linguistic * Natural Science course (5) with lab, Skagit Valley College is designed to anthropology. preferably in Learning Community serve the diverse needs of the com- Related Degree Options format. munity by inspiring students with an Total Hours: 15 interest in discovery and a desire for Associate of Arts Direct Transfer lifelong learning, as well as by pro- Agreement, AA-DTA moting critical thinking skills. The Second Year Physics program provides courses 4TH QUARTER for interested non-majors, science Programs majors, and engineering majors. • ANTH& 206 - Cultural Anthropology: Two year-long sequences provide Degree Map | AA-DTA D (5) solid foundations in general physics: PHYS& 134, PHYS& 135, PHYS& 136 Anthropology Emphasis • BIOL& 100 - Survey of Biology (5) (algebra-based) and PHYS& 241, • PE Activity (1) PHYS& 242, and PHYS& 243 (calcu- The suggested schedule below in- lus-based). Both sequences emphasize cludes required DTA courses with an * Humanities course (5), preferably in lab work to offer students hands-on emphasis in Anthropology. Student Learning Community format. experience with physical concepts and schedule may vary based on entry Total Hours: 16 analysis. Non-science majors with an point, credit load, and prerequisites. interest in physics may choose to take Consult with department chair or SVC 5TH QUARTER PHYS& 100, a non-lab survey of phys- counselor for scheduling options. • ANTH& 234 - Religion & Culture: D ics concepts or PHYS 111. The two-year suggested schedule (5) below is provided as only a guide for a traditional full-time student whose goal • CMST 205 - Intercultural Degree Map | AS-T Track #2 is the Associate of Arts Direct Transfer Communication: D (5) Physics and Astronomy Agreement, AA-DTA. Frequent course • SOC& 201 - Social Problems (5) offerings allow for individualized Concentration schedules that will ensure all student Total Hours: 15 This degree is intended to prepare degree objectives are met. 6TH QUARTER students to transfer to Washington’s Note: An ampersand (&) designates Com- public four-year colleges and univer- mon Course Numbering. • ANTH& 205 - Biological sities and many private colleges with Anthropology (5) junior standing and the majority of First Year • ENGL 250 - Introduction to the prerequisites for selected science, 1ST QUARTER American Literature: D (5) mathematics, and engineering majors completed. This degree partially fulfills • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience • HIST& 219 - Native American the general education requirements as (2) History: D (5) explained in the Associate in Arts-Di- rect Transfer Agreement degree. This • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I Total Hours: 15 degree does not guarantee admission (5) * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, into the major. • SOSC 100 - Global Issues/Social pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course Students completing this Associate in Science (5) requirements with an SVC advisor. Students Science - Transfer Track #2, AS-T will are responsible for checking specific major • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) receive the same priority consideration requirements of baccalaureate institutions.

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for admission to the baccalaureate in- 3RD QUARTER * Humanities Choice (5), preferably in stitution as they would for completing Learning Community format: the direct transfer associate’s degree • MATH& 151 - Calculus I (5) SUGGESTED: ART& 100, ART 101, ART 142, and will be given junior status by the * Humanities Choice (5), preferably in ART 143, ART 144, CMST& 220, ENGL 202, receiving institution. Each concentra- HUM& 101, PHIL& 106, PHIL 215, WRLD Learning Community format: LANG. tion within this degree has additional SUGGESTED: ART& 100, ART 101, ART 142, requirements. Early advising is import- ART 143, ART 144, CMST& 220, ENGL 202, OR ant to ensure degree completion, for HUM& 101, PHIL& 106, PHIL 215, WRLD * Social Science Choice(5), preferably LANG. example: in Learning Community format. • Additional general educational AND SUGGESTED: ANTH& 206, ECON& 202, requirements, cultural diversity * Social Science Choice(5), preferably HIST& 117, PSYC& 100, POLS& 101, POLS& 203, SOC& 101. requirements, and foreign language in Learning Community format. requirements, as required by SUGGESTED: ANTH& 206, ECON& 202, Total Hours: 16 the transfer institution, must be HIST& 117, PSYC& 100, POLS& 101, POLS& met prior to the completion of a 203, SOC& 101. * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, baccalaureate degree. Total Hours: 15 pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course requirements with an SVC advisor. Students • Some baccalaureate institutions are responsible for checking specific major require physics with calculus to Second Year requirements of baccalaureate institutions. meet the physics sequence of 15 4TH QUARTER credits. Related Degree Options • Precalculus cannot be used • MATH& 152 - Calculus II (5) to satisfy the mathematics See Associate of Arts Direct Transfer requirement. • PHYS& 231 - Engineering Phys Lab I Agreement, AA-DTA (1) • Science sequences should not be broken up between institutions (ex: • PHYS& 241 - Engineering Physics I the typical three-quarter physics (5) AUTOMOTIVE sequence should be taken entirely * Elective (5): TECHNOLOGY at Skagit Valley College). Check SUGGESTED: ASTR& 100, ASTR& AREA OF STUDY: INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY with an SVC advisor and transfer 101,CHEM& 163, CS 142, CS 210, ENGL& & TRANSPORTATION institution for specific general 235, ENGR& 104, ENGR& 214, GEOL& 101, chemistry requirements. MATH& 146. Program Description Total Hours: 16 Students are responsible for checking The Automotive Technology (AT) pro- specific major requirements of bacca- 5TH QUARTER gram holds a master certification from laureate institutions in the year prior the National Automotive Technician’s to transferring. Selecting and plan- • MATH 204 - Elementary Linear Education Foundation (NATEF). The ning courses with a science advisor Algebra (5) program has been a first place winner is strongly recommended to ensure a of the “Award for Excellence” and re- • PHYS& 232 - Engineering Phys Lab seamless transition to a science major ceived recognition as the best college II (1) program at a specific university or independent automotive program in four-year college. • PHYS& 242 - Engineering Physics II the nation. (5) First Year Automotive Technology (AT) is a com- • MATH& 153 - Calculus III (5) petency-based program designed to 1ST QUARTER OR prepare students for a career in the automotive industry. The program’s • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience * Elective (5): NATEF accreditation provides students (2) SUGGESTED: ASTR& 100, ASTR& 101, with instructors and a facility that CHEM& 163, CS 143, CS 211, ENGL& 235, • CHEM& 161 - General Chem w/Lab I ENGR& 104, ENGR& 214, GEOL& 101, meets national standards. These stan- (5) MATH& 146. dards assist graduates in acquiring excellent job placement in the auto- • MATH& 141 - Precalculus I (5) Total Hours: 16 motive career of their choice. Rapid Total Hours: 12 advancement of new technology has 6TH QUARTER created a need for highly skilled auto- 2ND QUARTER • MATH 238 - Ordinary Differential motive technicians. Excellent employ- Equations (5) ment opportunities exist in new car • CHEM& 162 - General Chem w/Lab dealerships, independent repair shops, II (5) • PHYS& 233 - Engineering Phys Lab specialty shops and fleet agencies. III (1) • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I The Automotive Technology program (5) • PHYS& 243 - Engineering Physics III combines theory and practical experi- • MATH& 142 - Precalculus II (5) (5) ence during six quarters of instruction. Students develop diagnostic and repair Total Hours: 15 skills on late model vehicles in a well-

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equipped shop. Subjects include brake Education with approval of the Depart- • AT 131 - Suspension, Steering and and suspension systems, electrical/ ment Chair. Alignment (7) electronic systems, automatic and Associate in Applied Science • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I manual transmissions, heating and (5) air conditioning, engines, drivability, Degree light-duty diesel, engine , Total Hours: 20 An Associate in Applied Science and hybrid-electric/electric vehicles. Degree, AAS is awarded upon com- SPRING Program Learning Outcomes pletion of a minimum of 90 credits of specified technical and related educa- • AT 141 - Transmissions & Graduates of the Automotive tion coursework above 100-level with Drivetrains (12) Technology program will be able to: both an overall 2.0 grade point average • † WMATH 100 - Professional and a 2.0 grade point average in the • Develop the skills and knowledge Technical Applied Math (5) technical major. to work safely in the lab/shop • WT 133 - Oxy-Fuel Processes for environment. Industry Professional Courses Beginners (2) • Demonstrate professional Total Hours: 19 conduct as an individual and as a A series of courses to assist techni- member of a group in a workplace cians currently employed in the field environment. are offered throughout the academic Second Year year during regular degree courses. • Demonstrate the ability to correctly Classes are designed in several week FALL test, diagnose, repair and verify blocks to accommodate working • AT 205 - Automotive Engines (8) mechanical and electrical systems. professionals and are taken alongside • Demonstrate the ability to access degree seeking students. Current of- • AT 210 - Drivability I (7) and interpret technical information ferings include (but are not limited to): • WT 231 - for using various sources for use in AT 206, AT 215, and AT 226. Beginners (2) vehicle testing, diagnosis and repair. Micro-Certificates Total Hours: 17 • Develop knowledge and retention of Students who are not pursuing an AAS WINTER entry-level skills necessary to gain degree may earn a certificate focusing employment and certification in the on specific skills within the Automotive • ‡ AT 199 - Cooperative Education automotive industry. Technology program. Experience (1-15) Entry into the Program Programs • AT 212 - Drivability II (8) Program entry begins with an appli- • AT 215 - Alternative Fuels and cation through Enrollment Services. Degree Map | AAS Power Technologies (7) Students may enter the Automotive Automotive Technology • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal Technology program at the beginning Communication: D (5) of Fall quarter. Advanced standing may 113 credits Total Hours: 21+ be requested for prior education or experience. Includes required AAS courses. First year students start Fall quarter by SPRING Career & Technical Education enrolling in AT 101, AT 121, AT 133 and • AT 201 - Automotive Parts & Service (CTE) CSS 103. Student schedule may vary Specialist (3) based on entry point, credit load, and Please see Academic Information for prerequisites. Consult with department • AT 206 - Automotive Air information regarding CTE. chair or SVC counselor for scheduling Conditioning (4) options. Work-Based Learning • AT 220 - Professional Lab Techniques (8) First Year Students will integrate classroom • AT 225 - Engine Machining I (8) learning with work-based learning FALL experience in Cooperative Education • MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR (1) (AT 199) at a supervised work site. • AT 101 - Industrial Safety & Total Hours: 16 Department Chair approval is required. Fundamentals (3) Credits and grades are based on job- • AT 133 - Chassis Electrical II (8) Notes: hours worked, work performance, and completion of the learning objectives • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience † Students who do not receive an ap- specified in the learning contract. (2) propriate test score will require addi- Concurrent enrollment in a Coopera- Total Hours: 20 tional coursework to develop necessary tive Education Seminar or equivalent skills for entry into class. is required. A special project (AT 255) WINTER may be substituted for Cooperative • AT 124 - Brake Systems (8)

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‡ AT 199 may be taken at any time Automotive Parts & Service • AT 131 - Suspension, Steering and after the first year, including summer Alignment (7) quarter. Specialist Certificate Program Certificates 25 credits Entrepreneurship Certificate A Certificate in Automotive Technology A certificate is awarded to students 60 credits who complete the following cours- is awarded to students who complete This certificate is designed to provide es with an accumulated grade point the following courses with an accumu- specific business skills and educa- average of 2.0 and achieve technical lated grade point average of 2.0 and tion for individuals not pursuing the competency approved by the Dept. achieve technical competency. two-year degree who are interested in Chair. First Year owning and operating a business. A Automotive Drivability Required Courses certificate is awarded to students who complete the following courses with • AT 101 - Industrial Safety & Specialist Certificate a 2.0 grade point average or above in Fundamentals (3) 30 credits each course. First Year • AT 199 - Cooperative Education A certificate is awarded to students Experience (1) Required Courses who complete the following cours- • AT 201 - Automotive Parts & • ACCT& 201 - Prin of Accounting I es with an accumulated grade point Service Specialist (3) (OBT 099 or a (5) average of 2.0 and achieve technical proficiency test is a prerequiste. competency approved by the Dept. • BUS& 101 - Intro to Business (5) Chair. First Year • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience • BUS 111 - Business Math (5) (2) OR Required Courses • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats • AT 205 - Automotive Engines (8) Communication: D (5) (5) • AT 210 - Drivability I (7) • ENGL& 101 - English Composition • BUS 120 - Business Computers and • AT 212 - Drivability II (8) I (5) Applications (5) • AT 215 - Alternative Fuels and • MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR (1) • BUS 122 - Social Media & Digital Power Technologies (7) • WMATH 100 - Professional Marketing (5) Technical Applied Math (5) • BUS 180 - Leadership Development Automotive Electrical & Management Skills: D (5) Specialist Micro-Certificate Automotive Transmission • BUS& 201 - Business Law (5) Specialist Micro-Certificate • BUS 205 - Human Resources 15 credits Management (5) A certificate is awarded to students 12 credits • BUS 240 - Fundamentals of who complete the following cours- A certificate is awarded to students Marketing (5) es with an accumulated grade point who complete the following cours- average of 2.0 and achieve technical es with an accumulated grade point • BUS 280 - Entrepreneurship and competency approved by the Depart- average of 2.0 and achieve technical Small Business Management (5) ment chair. First Year competency approved by the Dept. • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) Chair. First Year Required Courses • ENGL& 101 - English Composition Required Courses I (5) • AT 124 - Brake Systems (8) • AT 131 - Suspension, Steering and • AT 141 - Transmissions & All AT Courses Alignment (7) Drivetrains (12) • AT 100 - Automotive Fundamentals • AT 101 - Industrial Safety & Automotive Engine Machinist Automotive Undercar Fundamentals Micro-Certificate Specialist Micro-Certificate • AT 107 - Light Maintenance I • AT 121 - Automotive Electrical I 16 credits 15 credits • AT 124 - Brake Systems A certificate is awarded to students A certificate is awarded to students who complete the following cours- who complete the following cours- • AT 131 - Suspension, Steering and es with an accumulated grade point es with an accumulated grade point Alignment average of 2.0 and achieve technical average of 2.0 and achieve technical • AT 133 - Chassis Electrical II competency approved by the Dept. competency approved by the Dept. • AT 141 - Transmissions & Chair. First Year Chair. First Year Drivetrains Required Courses Required Courses • AT 181 - Small Gas Engines • AT 205 - Automotive Engines (8) • AT 124 - Brake Systems (8) • AT 199 - Cooperative Education Experience • AT 225 - Engine Machining I (8)

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• AT 201 - Automotive Parts & How much does it cost? for students to progress further and Service Specialist faster along career pathways.​​ Participation in the BEdA classes costs • AT 205 - Automotive Engines $25 per quarter any you may enroll in Math • AT 206 - Automotive Air multiple BEdA classes at no extra cost. Integrated pre-college math prepares Conditioning A tuition waiver is available to those students for entry into WMATH 100 - • AT 207 - Automotive Heating and who meet income eligability require- Professional Technical Applied Math Air Conditioning ments. or MATH 097 - Beginning Algebra in • AT 210 - Drivability I For more information contact us at: a supportive student friendly environ- ment. • AT 212 - Drivability II • Mount Vernon Campus: • AT 215 - Alternative Fuels and 360.416.7640 How to Register for Classes Power Technologies • Whidbey Island Campus: 360.679.5339 Option 1: If you are not ready to enter • AT 220 - Professional Lab a college program but know that you Techniques Programs want to improve your reading, writing • AT 225 - Engine Machining I and /or math skills enroll as follows: • AT 226 - Cylinder Head Rebuilding College and Career Bridge • Mount Vernon Campus: New • AT 299 - Learning into Action students register for CCB 010 - CCB (CCB) Orientation. Orientation classes are BASIC EDUCATION FOR The College and Career Bridge pro- held the week before classes start. gramputs students on a pathway Assistance in registering is available ADULTS (BEDA) toward their desired college major and in Lewis Hall at the Admissions Desk or in room L127. AREA OF STUDY: BEDA career. Adults returning to school after • Oak Harbor Campus: Students These programs are designed for a break of several years or who are seeking to improve academic skills re- should enroll in the CCB course adults who may have experienced offered that quarter. Assistance in educational gaps or missed the oppor- ceive quality and supportive instruction to help gain the reading, writing, math, registering is available Old Main at tunity to develop certain skills. BEdA the Admissions Desk provides the opportunity for adult and academic skills needed to succeed learners to: in college level courses. Option 2: If you know what college program you want to pursue follow the • Improve English language skills, Course Options SVC application process, click here for • Earn a High School Diploma or GED more information. As you go through On Ramp • Prepare for career training the admissions and advising process Improve foundational reading and writ- counselors will help you enroll in the • Start earning college credit ing skills while learning about topics classes right for you. Who is eligible? that move you toward meeting your goal whether it be high school com- What is the cost? BEdA programs are for persons age 19 pletion or preparing to enter a college CCB, On Ramp, and CWPA tuition is or older who meet one or more of the certificate or degree program. $25 per quarter. You may take more following: College and Workforce Prep than one CCB class at no extra cost. A • Speak a primary language other Academy tuition waiver is available for those who than English qualify. Improve academic readiness through • Have not completed high school mastering critical thinking, reading Students enrolled in I-BEST pay regular • Who want to improve reading, and writing skills to prepare to enter tuition for the college courses, but do writing or math skills for entry into a college program while exploring not pay for the CCB support class. Fi- college level coursework certificate and degree options in your nancial aid may be available for those Individuals age 16-18 who have not area of interest. Successful completion who qualify. of CWPA helps students earn English graduated from high school may enroll Courses after providing a high school release competency toward a high school form (obtainable from the high school diploma; prepares students for enroll- • CCB 010 - CCB Orientation (1-3) were you currently live), or if home- ment in I-BEST; and prepares students • CCB 011 - I-BEST Orientation (1-5) schooled, a notarized statement of for transition to a college certificate or • CCB 020 - CCB Special Topics (1- homeschooling. Students age 16-21 degree program. 10) may be eligable for the Open Doors I-BEST • CCB 022 - CCB General Instruction Highschool Completion program. Integrated Basic Education and Skills (1-10) Individuals with a student or au pair Training (I-BEST) pairs a professional • CCB 024 - CCB Computer Basics (F1, M1, or J1) visa are not eligible and or technical program with Adult Basic (1-10) should contact the International Stu- Education courses; including reading, dent Office for information on options. • CCB 025 - CCB Digital Literacy (1-5) writing, and math skills. I-BEST pro- • CCB 031 - CCB Literacy and Math vides educational access and support I (1-16)

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• CCB 032 - CCB Literacy and Math • CSS 120 - Computer Tutorial Courses II (1-16) Seminar (2) • ELA 010 - ELA Orientation (1-8) • CCB 033 - CCB Literacy and Math • ELA 011 - ELA Level 1 (Beginning III (1-16) English Language Acquistion ELA Literacy) (1-20) • CCB 041 - CCB Basic Math (1-10) (ELA) • ELA 012 - ELA Level 2 (Beginning • CCB 042 - CCB Pre-Algebra (1-10) ELA) (1-20) Interested in learning or improving • CCB 043 - CCB Beginning Algebra your English language skills? English • ELA 013 - ELA Level 3 (Low (1-10) Language Acquisition (ELA) provides Intermediate ELA) (1-20) • CCB 050 - College Prep Seminar English language instruction in speak- • ELA 014 - ELA Level 4 (High (1-3) ing, listening, reading, writing, and col- Intermediate ESL) (1-15) • CCB 051 - Academic Skills Lab (1-5) lege readiness. ELA prepares students • ELA 015 - ELA Level 5 (Low for transition to High School Comple- • CCB 052 - CCB On Ramp (1-15) Advanced ESL) (1-15) tion; College and Career Bridge; col- • CCB 054 - College English Prep lege certificate and degree programs; • ELA 020 - English for Special (1-10) or employment. Purposes (1-10) • CCB 056 - I-BEST Academic Skills • ELA 021 - ELA General Instruction (1-10) Who is eligible? I (1-16) • CCB 060 - College and Career • Any person with limited English • ELA 022 - ELA General Instruction Bridge GED Prep (1-16) skills who is age 19 or older OR any II (1-16) • CCB 070 - Adult Secondary individual who has graduated from • ELA 023 - ELA General Instruction Education/Spanish GED (1-10) high school is eligible to enroll in III (1-16) ELA classes. • ELA 024 - ELA Computer Basics College and Career Success • Individuals age 16-18 who have not (1-5) graduated from high school may Skills (CSS) • ELA 025 - ELA DIGITAL LITERACY enroll after providing a high school (1-5) release form (obtainable from the College and Career Success Skills high school were you currently live), • ELA 052 - ELA On Ramp (1-10) (CSS) classses help students adjust to or if homeschooled, a notarized • ELA 061 - Beginning Academic ESL college life and proved students with statement of homeschooling. - Reading & Writing (9) strategies designed to enhance their academic success. • Individuals with a student or au • ELA 062 - Beginning Academic ESL pair (F1, M1, or J1) visa 4 are note - Speaking & Listening (9) First Quarter Experience eligible and should contact the • ELA 063 - Intermediate Academic All new degree seeking students are International Student Office for ESL - Reading & Writing (9) information on class options. required to complete a First Quarter • ELA 067 - Grammar/Composition Experience class. CSS 103 - First Quar- I (5) ter Experience is a course designed How to Register for Classes • ELA 068 - Grammar/Composition to meet this requirement. Students Day and evening classes are available for II (5) explore careers in their Area of Study; beginning to advanced students. develop an education plan specific to Mount Vernon Campus: New students their goals; learn about financial aid should register for ELA 010 - ELA High School Completion (HSC) options; access college resources; and Orientation. Orientation classes are engage with each other and the college Our High School completion programs held the week before classes start. community. help you earn the credential you need Assistance in registering is available in to prepare for post-secondary educa- Courses Lewis Hall at the Admissions Desk or in tion, further training, military service, room L127 • CSS 100 - College Success Skills I or employment. Skagit Valley College (1-3) Oak Harbor Campus: Students should has several options for adult students enroll in the ELA course offered that • CSS 101 - College Success Skills II who want to complete high school. quarter. Assistance in registering is (2) Not sure which option is best for you? available Old Main at the Admissions Enroll in a Basic Education Orienta- • CSS 102 - College Success Skills III: Desk tion CCB010 or talk to one of our High Future Tense (2) School Completion advisors and we • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience What is the Cost? will help determine the best path for (2) ELA tuition is $25 per quarter. You may you. • CSS 104 - College Success Skills for take more than one ELA class at no • GED®exam preparation in English Online Learning (1-3) extra cost. A tuition waiver is available or Spanish is offered through • CSS 106 - Fast Track for Success for those meet income eligibility. individualized and classroom (2) instruction in the areas of Contact Us reading, writing, math, computer • CSS 107 - Career Exploration (2) Mount Vernon Campus: 360.416.7640 technology, social studies, and Whidbey Island Campus: 360.679.5339 science.​​

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• HS21+ Adult High School Diploma • HSC 070 - HSC Science Project • INV 020 - INVEST Digital is a competency based high school (1-5) Technology (1-5) completion program for adults • HSC 075 - HSC Science with Lab • INV 030 - INVEST Communication 18 and older who do not have a (1-5) and Self-advocacy (3) high school diploma from a US • HSC 080 - HSC Physical Education • INV 035 - INVEST Critical Thinking institution. High school competency and Health (1-2) (2) requirements may be met through high school and college coursework • HSC 082 - HSC Occupational • INV 040 - INVEST Career Inventory or work; prior learning; or life, Education (1-2) (2) and/or military experience. Unmet • INV 045 - INVEST Interview Skills requirements are achieved through Individualized Next Step (2) coursework at Skagit Valley College. Vocational Education and • INV 050 - INVEST Balancing Work • Open Doors Opportunities for Social Skills Training (INVEST) and LIfe (2) Youth: Individuals below age 21 who • INV 055 - INVEST Study Lab (1-5) have not completed high school The INVEST Program is designed to • INV 060 - INVEST Elective (1-10) may be eligible for the Open Doors address the unique academic and Youth Re-engagement high school employment needs of post-secondary • INV 061 - INVEST Fine and completion program. To request an students with intellectual disabilities Performing Arts (1-5) application contact a counselor at including school district Transition Stu- • INV 062 - INVEST Industrial Arts the high school in your district or dents ages 18 to 21. INVEST students (1-5) call our office at the number below. may earn a 1 year ‘Fast Track’ Employ- • INV 063 - INVEST Food and • Traditional Adult High School ability Certificate or a 2 year Employ- Hospitality (1-10) Diplomais an opportunity to earn a ability Certificate. These are local • INV 064 - INVEST Business high school diploma by completing certificates not currently recognized by Technology (1-5) required coursework with SVC the state. • INV 065 - INVEST Health and college level classes. Regular SVC’s INVEST Program provides Wellness (1-5) college tuition and fees apply. post-secondary access and ensures Students may earn a high school that students gain a variety of em- • INV 066 - INVEST Media and diploma upon completion of a two ployment and life skills. The program Journalism (1-5) year ATA, DTA or other transfer provides integrated opportunities • INV 067 - INVEST Leadership and degree. Contact an SVC Counselor that include postsecondary education Communication (1-5) for more information.​ and training, academic enrichment, • INV 068 - INVEST Customer Service Contact Us inclusive socialization and recreation, (1-5) assistive technology, self-advocacy, Mount Vernon Campus: 360.416.7640 • INV 070 - INVEST Service Learning independent living skill development, Whidbey Island Campus: 360.679.5339 (1-8) career exploration, integrated work Programs experiences, and, ultimately, gainful • INV 075 - INVEST Practicum employment that matches each stu- Seminar (1-6) 1. GED® Preparation dent’s interests and unique abilities. • INV 080 - INVEST Employment 2. HS21+ Adult High School Diploma Internships in collaboration with Voca- Internship (6) tion Rehab, Chinook Enterprises, and 3. Open Doors • INV 090 - INVEST Capstone (3) the WDC are opportunities available for 4. Traditional Adult High School students enrolled in the program. Diploma Life Transitions INVEST is built upon the foundation Courses of the 16 Evidence-Based Secondary The Life Transitions program is de- • HSC 010 - Academic Success Skills Transition Predictors for Improving signed to help individuals interested (1-10) Post-School Outcomes for Students in exploring options for employment, with Disabilities, compiled by the college, or for moving on with their • HSC 015 - HS21+ Prior & National Post-School Outcomes Center Experiential Learning Project (1-5) lives.This class also offers dislocated and National Secondary Transition workers an opportunity to cope with • HSC 020 - HSC Academic Skills Lab Technical Assistance Center (CITE) and the inevitable issues related to sudden (1-5) other successful program models. job loss. • HSC 030 - HSC English (1-5) Programs In Life Transitions, students identify • HSC 040 - HSC Mathematics (1-5) their unique strengths; develop career 1. INVEST 1 ‘Fast Track’ Employability and/or education goals; and engage in • HSC 050 - HSC Fine Arts (1-2) Certificate educational and financial aid planning • HSC 060 - HSC Social Studies 2. INVEST 2 year Employability toward meeting their goals. Project (1-5) Certificate For more information or to enroll in the • HSC 065 - HSC US History, Life Transitions program: Government, and Civics (1-5) Courses • INV 011 - INVEST Orientation (2)

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Margo Grothe • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I • CHEM& 252 - Organic Chem Lab II [email protected] (5) (2) 360.416.7044 • MATH& 141 - Precalculus I (5) NATURAL SCIENCES A continuation of CHEM& 251 Pre- BIOLOGY Total Hours: 17 requisite: CHEM& 242 with a 2.0 or higher. CHEM& 251 with a 2.0 or AREA OF STUDY: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, 2ND QUARTER ENGINEERING, & MATH (STEM) higher. Biology courses at Skagit Valley Col- • CHEM& 162 - General Chem w/Lab * Elective (5): lege are designed to prepare students II (5) Total Hours: 15 for careers in health fields or future • MATH& 142 - Precalculus II (5) work in research or industry. Class- * Humanities Choice (5), preferably in * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, es are offered in a variety of science pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course Learning Community format. areas, from marine biology and envi- requirements with an SVC advisor. Students ronmental sciences, to anatomy and SUGGESTED: ART& 100, CMST& 220, are responsible for checking specific major physiology and microbiology. Biology DRMA& 101, ENGL& 112, ENGL 115, ENGL requirements of baccalaureate institutions. 202, MUSC& 105, PHIL& 101, PHIL 215, majors should take Majors Ecology and WRLD LANG. Evolution (BIOL& 221), Majors Cellular and Molecular (BIOL& 222), and Ma- Total Hours: 15 Biology Direct Transfer jors Physiology (BIOL& 223) as a full- Agreement, DTA/MRP year sequence. Biology majors should 3RD QUARTER meet with a faculty advisor quarterly. • CHEM& 163 - General Chem w/Lab Transfers to: CWU, EWU, UW, WSU, Pre-nursing students should take III (5) WWU, Western Governor’s University, the sequence of General Biology and WA private colleges (BIOL& 160), Anatomy and Physi- • MATH& 151 - Calculus I (5) ology I (BIOL& 241), Anatomy and * Social Science Choice (5), Purpose Physiology II (BIOL& 242), and Mi- preferably an Learning Community The Associate in Biology Direct crobiology (BIOL& 260). CHEM& 121 format: Transfer Agreement/Major Related or CHEM& 161 is a prerequisite for SUGGESTED: ANTH& 206, ECON 101, Program degree is intended to prepare BIOL& 160. Prenursing students ECON& 201, GEOG& 100, HIST&, PSYC& students to transfer to Washington’s 100, POLS& 101, SOSC 100. should meet with a faculty advisor public four-year colleges and univer- quarterly. Total Hours: 15 sities and many private colleges with Programs junior standing and the majority of Second Year the prerequisites for a Biology major completed. 4TH QUARTER Degree Map | AS-T Track #1 Selecting and planning courses with Biology • BIOL& 221 - Majors Ecology/ a science advisor is strongly recom- Evolution (5) mended to ensure a seamless transi- The suggested schedule below in- tion to a Biology major program at a • CHEM& 241 - Organic Chem I (4) cludes required DTA courses. Student specific university or four-year college. schedule may vary based on entry • MATH& 152 - Calculus II (5) Students are encouraged to check with the transfer institution early in their point, credit load, and prerequisites. Total Hours: 14 Consult with department chair or SVC decision process to confirm degree counselor for scheduling options. 5TH QUARTER requirements of baccalaureate college of choice. The two-year suggested schedule below is provided as only a guide for a • BIOL& 222 - Majors Cell/Molecular Notes on application to a University or traditional full-time student whose goal Biology (5) College: is the Associate in Science - Transfer • CHEM& 242 - Organic Chem II (4) 1. Admission application deadlines Track #1, AS-T with an emphasis in Bi- • CHEM& 251 - Organic Chem Lab I vary; students must meet the ology. Frequent course offerings allow (2) deadline for the university or for individualized schedules that will universities to which they plan to ensure all student degree objectives • CHEM 295 - Chemistry Integrative apply for transfer admission. Experience Seminar (2) are met. 2. Certain schools may have additional • MATH& 153 - Calculus III (5) university-specific requirements First Year Total Hours: 18 that are not prerequisites to 1ST QUARTER admission to the Biology major, 6TH QUARTER but will need to be completed • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience prior to graduation. Contact with (2) • BIOL& 223 - Majors Organismal advisors from individual schools for • CHEM& 161 - General Chem w/Lab I Physiology (5) institutional requirements is highly (5) • CHEM& 243 - Organic Chem III (3) recommended since this DTA may not meet every institution-specific

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graduation requirement. • Integrative Experiences (IEs) uisites to their Biology curriculum at 3. Certain schools may have additional are curricular or co-curricular their intended transfer college. university-specific requirements for experiences designed by faculty in Select courses from the Associate in admission to the institution that which students demonstrate their Arts-Direct Transfer Agreement degree are not prerequisites specifically ability to integrate information, Social Science distribution list, pp identified in the DTA requirements. concepts, analytical frameworks, 48‑49, from at least two disciplines, and skills from two or more areas with no more than 10 credits from one Degree Requirements of inquiry in a purposeful project or discipline. These courses may also experience. Integrative Experiences Students must complete a minimum satisfy Integrative Learning Experience that are classes are indicated in requirements. of 90 credits in transferable courses the course schedule; co-curricular numbered 100 or above which in- IEs are indicated in promotion C. HUMANITIES (15 CR.) clude General Education courses with and advising for the experience Students are encouraged to consult a cumulative GPA of 2.0. At least 25 or project. Students may design a with their faculty advisor or counselor college-level credits must be earned Learning into Action IE under the regarding the SVC courses that best at SVC with a minimum GPA of 2.0. guidance of the supervising faculty support or may be required as prereq- Additional General Education Require- member. uisites to their Biology curriculum at ment (GERs) must be completed at their intended transfer college. the four-year school where the student Learning Communities specifically de- transfers. signed for this degree may be offered; Select courses from the Associate in consult your advisor for information. Arts-Direct Transfer Agreement degree • An ampersand (&) designates Humanities distribution list, pp 48‑49, Common Course Numbering. 5. Diversity Requirement from at least two disciplines, with no • Courses with an asterisk (*) indicate At least one Diversity Intensive course more than 10 credits from one disci- labs. is required. Students should use the pline. These courses may also satisfy SVC online quarterly class schedule Interdisciplinary course requirements. 1. First Quarter Experience (2 cr.) search or consult their faculty advisor No more than 5 credits may be applied • CSS 103 - First Quarter or counselor to identify courses that in world languages at the 100 level. Experience (2) fulfill this requirement. No more than 5 cr. may be applied in 2. Communications Skills (10 cr.) 6. Distribution Requirements (60 cr.) performance/skill studio courses. • English& 101 (required) and Select credits from three areas of 7. Electives (15 -18 cr.) • English& 102 or ENGL& 235 study: Natural Science, Social Science Electives allow students to include and Humanities. These courses may An English Learning Community com- additional courses to prepare for the also satisfy Integrative Learning Expe- bined with a science or other required biology major based college selection. rience requirements. A specific course course is recommended. Examples include a full year sequence may be credited toward no more than of organic chemistry for majors; a full 3. Quantitative Skills (5 cr.) one distribution requirement. year sequence of physics for science • MATH& 151 - Calculus I Go to Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, pp 36- majors; or further math at the pre-cal- MATH& 146 may substitute for Calcu- 37, for a full selection of eligible courses. culus level or above or statistics. Stu- lus I at some institutions. A. NATURAL SCIENCES (30 CR.) dents should check with the transfer institution prior to taking any further Students are encouraged to check with Students should take the full year biology courses beyond the one-year the transfer institution early in their sequences at a single college. decision process to confirm require- sequence. Some colleges require all • BIOL& 221 - Majors Ecology/ ments. continuing biology courses be taken Evolution (5) at the 300 level. A maximum of five 4. Integrative Learning Experiences • BIOL& 222 - Majors Cell/Molecular non-transferable gray area credits • Two Integrative Learning Biology (5) (p 50) may be applied toward the Experiences (ILE) are required. • BIOL& 223 - Majors Organismal 90-credit minimum for the degree. One ILE must be a Learning Physiology (5) Community. The second ILE may be Full year sequence of organic • CHEM& 161 - General Chem chemistry for majors: another Learning Community or an w/Lab I (5) Integrative Experience. • CHEM& 162 - General Chem • CHEM& 241 - Organic Chem I (4) • A Learning Community (LC) is the w/Lab II (5) • CHEM& 242 - Organic Chem II (4) integrated combination of two or more courses from different • CHEM& 163 - General Chem w/Lab • CHEM& 243 - Organic Chem III (3) areas of inquiry (e.g. sociology III (5) • CHEM& 251 - Organic Chem Lab I and literature, or physics and B. SOCIAL SCIENCES (15 CR.) (2) math, or speech and economics, Students are encouraged to consult • CHEM& 252 - Organic Chem Lab II or composition and philosophy). with their faculty advisor or counselor (2) Learning Communities are regarding the SVC courses that best OR indicated in the course schedule. support or may be required as prereq-

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Full year sequence of physics for • MATH& 141 - Precalculus I (5) * Social Science course (5) preferably science majors: in Learning Community format. Total Hours: 17 SUGGESTED: ANTH& 206, ECON 101, • PHYS& 231 - Engineering Phys Lab GEOG& 100, HIST&, PSYC& 100, POLS& I (1) 2ND QUARTER 101, SOSC 100. • PHYS& 241 - Engineering Physics • CHEM& 162 - General Chem w/Lab * Humanities course (5) preferably in I (5) II (5) Learning Community format. • PHYS& 232 - Engineering Phys Lab • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) SUGGESTED: ART& 100, DRMA& 101, II (1) ENGL& 112, ENGL 115, MUSC& 105, PHIL& • MATH& 142 - Precalculus II (5) 101, PHIL 215, OR WRLD LANG. • PHYS& 242 - Engineering Physics NATURAL SCIENCES II (5) Total Hours: 16 • PHYS& 233 - Engineering Phys Lab Total Hours: 15 * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, III (1) 3RD QUARTER pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course • PHYS& 243 - Engineering Physics requirements with an SVC advisor. Students III (5) • BIOL 295 - Biology Integrative are responsible for checking specific major requirements of baccalaureate institutions. OR Experience Seminar (2) • CHEM& 163 - General Chem w/Lab Courses Math prerequisites for calculus and III (5) statistics: • BIOL 105 - Introduction to Plant • MATH& 151 - Calculus I (5) Science • MATH& 141 - Precalculus I (5) • Social Science Course (5) • BIOL 111 - Matter and Energy in • MATH& 142 - Precalculus II (5) SUGGESTED: ANTH& 206, ECON 101, GEOG& Life Science • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats 100, PSYC& 100, POLS& 101, SOSC 100. • BIOL 127 - Ecosystems of the TOTAL HOURS: 17 (5) Pacific Northwest Degree Map Second Year • BIOL 133 - Field Botany 4TH QUARTER • BIOL 150 - Microbiology and The suggested schedule below in- Chemistry Laboratory Techniques cludes required DTA courses. Student • BIOL& 221 - Majors Ecology/ for Brewing schedule may vary based on entry Evolution (5) point, credit load, and prerequisites. • BIOL 180 - Native Plants Pacific Consult with department chair or SVC • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) Northwest counselor for scheduling options. • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats • BIOL 190 - Life in the Sea The two-year suggested schedule (5) • BIOL 199 - Cooperative Education below is provided as only a guide for Total Hours: 15 • BIOL 205 - Marine Biology a traditional full-time student whose • BIOL 220 - General Physiology goal is the Biology DTA/MRP degree. 5TH QUARTER Frequent course offerings allow for in- • BIOL 224 - Ecology dividualized schedules that will ensure • BIOL& 222 - Majors Cell/Molecular • BIOL 295 - Biology Integrative all student degree objectives are met. Biology (5) Experience Seminar Students are encouraged to check with • CHEM 295 - Chemistry Integrative • BIOL 299 - Learning into Action the transfer institution early in their Experience Seminar (2) decision process to confirm degree • BIOL& 100 - Survey of Biology requirements of baccalaureate college * Social Science course (5) • BIOL& 160 - General Biology w/Lab of choice. preferably in Learning Community • BIOL& 170 - Human Biology format. An ampersand (&) designates Common • BIOL& 221 - Majors Ecology/ Course Numbering. SUGGESTED: ANTH& 206, ECON 101, GEOG& 100, HIST&, PSYC& 100, POLS& Evolution 101, SOSC 100. First Year • BIOL& 222 - Majors Cell/Molecular * Humanities course (5) preferably in Biology 1ST QUARTER Learning Community format. • BIOL& 223 - Majors Organismal SUGGESTED: ART& 100, DRMA& 101, Physiology • CHEM& 161 - General Chem w/Lab I ENGL& 112, ENGL 115, MUSC& 105, PHIL& • BIOL& 241 - Human Anatomy and (5) 101, PHIL 215, OR WRLD LANG. Physiology I • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience Total Hours: 17 (2) • BIOL& 242 - Human A & P II • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I 6TH QUARTER • BIOL& 260 - Microbiology (5) • BIOL& 223 - Majors Organismal • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I Physiology (5) (5) NATURAL SCIENCES • PE Activity (1)

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BUSINESS Communicate Effectively: Exhibit Cultural Awareness: Use written and spoken language, • Explore, appreciate, and define AREA OF STUDY: BUSINESS digital skills and tools, concepts, and the opportunities, challenges, models of management applicable to and nuances of operating Bachelor of Applied Science the professional-technical discipline to in an increasingly diverse, in Applied Management communicate clearly and create an ef- interconnected, and complex global (BASAM) fective message, while demonstrating community. a professional presence. • Recognize and challenge culture- What is it? Think Critically: bound assumptions. If you are interested in complementing Demonstrate ability to assimilate, eval- Other Associate Business your professional/technical qualifica- uate, and synthesize information from Degree and Certificate options tions with a bachelor qualification so varying media and formats, including you can advance to a management the ability to assess qualitative and • Business Management, AAS role, this degree might be for you. quantitative data and to apply critical • Entrepreneurship Certificate thinking and knowledge in an indus- Students with an Applied Management • Entrepreneurship I Micro-Certificate degree will find themselves prepared try and managerial function-specific for a variety of management or super- context, incorporating broader social, Program Entry visory positions in almost any type economic, and environmental impacts. Entry takes place in the Fall Quarter of business or industry. Additionally, Demonstrate Professional and and students move through the pro- students can use this degree to build Personal Readiness: gram as a cohort. This program has its their own business. • Demonstrate an understanding of own, specific application process. Sample Career Opportunities management roles, leadership and cultural norms and expectations of Prerequisites • Marketing Manager leadership, including identification Prerequisites for the BASAM program • Sales Manager and description of human behavior at Skagit Valley College have been • Bank Vice President in an organizational setting, with streamlined to make the opportunity attention to the dynamics of power • Industrial Manager for educational attainment as accessi- and privilege. ble as possible. • Wellness Operations Manager • Prepare and complete cost control • Service Department Manager processes including the ability to Applicants must have: • Hospitality Entrepreneur establish a budget, prepare cost • Attended a program information session. This is the only way a • Health Services Manager reports, and forecast expenditures. prospective program member can • Acquire, organize, analyze, and • Production Manager receive an application. interpret information and data to Degree Description make informed, reasoned, equitable • An associate degree by the time decisions and analyze systems for of entry into the program with a The Bachelor of Applied Science in planning and decision-making. cumulative GPA of 2.50. Applied Management (BASAM) pro- • Identify and analyze human • Applicants may apply if they gram is a two-year, 90 credit degree resource systems for developing anticipate receiving their associates designed for professional-technical diverse human capital, degree before the program start. students who have completed an asso- employment, compensation, and The acceptance will be conditional, ciate degree (AA, AAS-T, AAS, or ATA). training and institute and facilitate and the degree must be completed The BASAM program combines 300- inclusive team-based problem- before the first day of classes. and 400-level managerial and general solving environments. education courses to equip technically • Passed ENGL& 101 - English skilled students with occupationally • Analyze, build, and leverage Composition I and CMST& 210 - contextualized business and general social capital for occupational Interpersonal Communication: D knowledge typically necessary for advancement, which will include or CMST& 220 - Public Speaking advancement to managerial- level posi- the development of materials to or their equivalent with a minimum tions or to operate an entrepreneurial structure and support ongoing grade of a “C.” These classes are venture. personal career management. a prerequisite for BASAM 301 and must be completed before the first • Demonstrate a knowledge of the day of classes. Transfer Opportunities local business environment and Transfers agreements with Master of community and an awareness of • Applicants may apply if they have Business Administration programs are issues and opportunities emerging not completed these classes at the under discussion. from the changing socio-economic, time of application. Acceptance will technological, and environmental be conditional, and the degree must Program Learning Outcomes landscape. be completed before the first day of classes. Upon completion of the BASAM pro- gram, students will be able to:

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• BASAM faculty will assist students knowledge typically necessary for Second Year with course verifications. advancement to managerial- level posi- tions or to operate an entrepreneurial FALL Application Process venture.1st Year • BASAM 422 - Principles of Finance The BASAM program has a separate (5) application process. To receive an First Year • BUS 410 - Managerial application, prospective students must FALL Professionalism & Readiness (5) register for and attend a program information session. The BASAM infor- • BASAM 301 - Foundations of • SOC 420 - Career Management and mation session schedule is available at Applied Management (5) Social Capital (5) SOCIAL SCIENCES skagit.edu/basam. • ECON 310 - Economics for Advisor Check-ins: Managers (5) Total Hours: 15 • ENVS 314 - Environmental Science These checkpoints provide the frame- (5) WINTER work for Skagit Valley College Advising Policy and Procedures for the BASAM Total Hours: 15 • BASAM 499 - BASAM Internship (5) degree: • BUS 430 - Data Driven Decision WINTER • Prior to Application: The College Making (5) will provide information designed • BASAM 322 - Project Management (5) • PSYC 412 - Leadership & to assist students in identifying Organizational Behavior (5) educational goals and options, • BASAM 324 - Marketing for as well as critical resources for Managers (5) Total Hours: 15 supporting students in achieving • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats (5) their goals. SPRING * Note: If MATH& 146 has been completed • BASAM Application: Students will in an associate degree, BASAM faculty will • BASAM 495 - Capstone: Strategic be asked to attend an information work with student to identify an alternative. Management (5) session and to apply for admission • BUS 450 - Legal Environments in Total Hours: 15 to the BASAM program. Business (5) • BASAM Enrollment: Once accepted SPRING • PHIL 440 - Business Ethics (5) into the program, BASAM faculty and staff will guide students with • BASAM 330 - Operations Total Hours: 15 registration. Management (5) Program Costs (fees, supplies, • BASAM 332 - Human Resources BUSINESS books, etc.) Management (5) ADMINISTRATION • BASAM 334 - Accounting for Specific tuition information can be AREA OF STUDY: BUSINESS Managers (5) found at: www.skagit.edu/admissions/ tuition-fees. Textbook costs should not Total Hours: 15 Business Administration & exceed $150 per quarter. Business Management SUMMER Faculty and Advisor Students interested in business and Students who need to fulfill State management careers can pursue sev- Sunaina Virendra BAS degree General Education eral different program options depend- Applied Management Instructor requirements in Science and/or ing on their career goals. Students who [email protected] Humanities will take these classes in would like assistance in determining 360.416.7635 the Summer quarter. Students will which program option best meets their be advised if this is a requirement in needs should see a general SVC advi- Degree Map | BASAM their BAS-AM admissions letter. BAS- sor or Business program advisor. The AM faculty will work with students following business degree or certificate 90 credits to create an education plan once the options are available: student confirms they will enroll in The Bachelor of Applied Science in • Students planning to transfer the BAS-AM program. Applied Management (BASAM) pro- directly as a business major to a Classes that meet the Humanities gram is a two-year, 90 credit degree four-year college or university in and Science general education designed for professional-technical Washington State should obtain an requirements are the same as those students who have completed an asso- Associate in Business MRP/DTA that meet the AA-DTA requirements. ciate degree (AA, AAS-T, AAS, or ATA). degree. The BASAM program combines 300- • Students considering transferring and 400-level managerial and general outside of Washington State are education courses to equip technically advised to identify the four-year skilled students with occupationally school they are planning to attend contextualized business and general and to work with an SVC advisor

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to assist them in meeting the ing in Business and transferring within • PE 190 - Weight Control Movement requirements. Washington State. Completion of this (1) • Students who are not planning degree fulfills lower division general education requirements for completion 5. Integrative Learning Experiences to transfer to a university can (2 Required) complete the Associate of Arts of a bachelor’s degree and prerequi- General Studies degree with a sites for the Business major. Majors in • Two Integrative Learning core of business-related classes. Business include: accounting, man- Experiences (ILE) are required. Students should see a Business agement, finance, marketing, decision One ILE must be a Learning program advisor for assistance sciences, business administration, Community. The second ILE may be in program planning. See degree International Business, human resourc- another Learning Community or an requirements. es and others. Integrative Experience. • Students desiring a two-year Although this degree will be granted • A Learning Community (LC) is the career degree in business should to SVC students completing a cumu- integrated combination of two pursue the Associate in Applied lative 2.0 GPA, meeting the minimum or more courses from different Science (AAS) degree in Business requirements does not guarantee areas of inquiry (e.g. sociology Management. This degree is not admission. Business programs are and literature, physics and math, designed for transfer, but transfer competitive and may require a higher etc.) Learning Communities are options are available. Students GPA overall, a higher GPA in a selected indicated in the course schedule. should plan their program with a subset of courses or a specific mini- • Integrative Experiences (IEs) are counselor or Business program mum grade in one or more courses. typically seminar courses in which advisor. Students are encouraged to contact students use an interdisciplinary their potential transfer institutions for ​Four quarter certificates are also approach for a specific topic admission requirements for both the available in Business Management. An or current issue (e.g. Ethics in school and the major early in their Individual Technical Certificate may Science). Integrative Experience academic pursuit. Students must apply be developed in conjunction with other seminars are indicated in the to graduate. programs to meet marketable objec- course schedule. tives and goals with Department Chair Degree Requirements Integrative Learning Experiences and Dean approval. specifically designed for this degree Students must complete a minimum may be offered; consult your advisor Program Description of 90 quarter credits in transferable for information. courses numbered 100 or above with The Business Administration depart- a cumulative grade point average of at Recommended: ment offers a variety of courses for the least 2.0 in order to graduate from SVC major and the non-major. Courses are • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats with an Associate in Business Degree. available that cover topics in the fields and NUTR& 101 - Nutrition (10) At least 25 college-level credits of the of accounting, business law, statistics, • BUS 295 - Business Integrated 90 credits must be earned at SVC. marketing, international business, and Experience Seminar (2) Credits must satisfy course require- personal financial management. ments listed below. Students should 6. Diversity Requirement In order to successfully complete busi- contact potential transfer institutions At least one Diversity Intensive course ness major prerequisites (BUS& 201, regarding specific requirements where is required. Students should use the MATH& 146, ACCT& 201, ACCT& 202, options are listed. SVC online quarterly class schedule ACCT& 203, ECON& 201, ECON& 202), An ampersand (&) designates Common search or consult with their faculty ad- students should have placement Course Numbering. visor or counselor to identify courses scores at or above college-level reading that fulfill this requirement. and at or above college-level math. 1. First Quarter Experience (5 cr.) Successful completion of coursework • BUS& 101 - Intro to Business (5) 7. Distribution Requirements (45 cr.) taken in reading and/or math at the Select credits from three areas of 2. Communication Skills (10 cr.) college level is also a sufficient indica- study: Natural Science, Social Science tor of success in these college majors. • ENGL& 101 - English Composition and Humanities. Eligible courses for I (5) each distribution area are listed in Business Direct Transfer • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) the Associate in Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement, DTA/MRP EWU requires the second composition Agreement Distribution Lists, pp 36- course be equivalent to EWU’s English 37. These courses may also satisfy the Transfers to CWU, EWU, UW, WSU, 201-College Composition: Analysis, Integrative Learning Experiences or WWU, Evergreen State College, and Research, and Documentation. Diversity requirement. WA private colleges. 3. Quantitative Skills (5 cr.) A. NATURAL SCIENCES (15 CR.) Purpose • MATH& 148 - Business Calculus (5) Select from at least two disciplines. No more than 10 credits allowed from any The Associate in Business Direct 4. Physical Education (3 cr.) one discipline. Five credits in statistics Transfer Agreement/Major Related (business statistics preferred). At least Program (BUS DTA/MRP) degree is • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) 10 credits in in physical, biological designed for students who are major- • PE 103 - Wellness Movement (2)

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and/or Earth science, including at least • Gonzaga: Management Information * PE Activity (1) one lab course. See Natural Sciences Systems, BMIS 124. SUGGESTED: PE 133, PE 144, PE 148 OR in the Associate in Arts-Direct Transfer • PLU: Computerized Information PE 149 Agreement degree distribution list. Systems, CSCE 120, or an Total Hours: 16 • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats equivalent course or skills test. (5) • WSU (all campuses): Management Second Year Note: Students intending the manu- Information Systems, MIS 250. 4TH QUARTER facturing management major at WWU • WWU: Introduction to Business should consult WWU regarding the Computer Systems, MIS 220. • BUS& 201 - Business Law (5) selection of natural science courses required for admission to the major. • ECON& 201 - Micro Economics (5) Degree Map | DTA/MRP • MATH& 141 - Precalculus I (5) B. SOCIAL SCIENCES (15 CR.) Business Direct Transfer NATURAL SCIENCES • BUS& 201 - Business Law (5) Agreement Total Hours: 15 • ECON& 201 - Micro Economics (5) • ECON& 202 - Macro Economics (5) The suggested schedule below in- 5TH QUARTER C. HUMANITIES (15 CR.) cludes required DTA courses. Student schedule may vary based on entry • ECON& 202 - Macro Economics (5) Select from at least two disciplines. No point, credit load, and prerequisites. • MATH& 148 - Business Calculus (5) more than 10 credits allowed from any Consult with department chair or SVC • PHIL 215 - Introduction to Ethics (5) one discipline. No more than 5 credits counselor for scheduling options. in foreign language at the 100 level. * PE Activity (1) No more than 5 credits in the perfor- The two-year suggested schedule below is provided as only a guide for SUGGESTED: PE 133, PE 144, PE 148 OR mance/skills courses allowed. PE 149 a traditional full-time student whose • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) goal is the Business DTA/MRP degree. Total Hours: 16 • Add 10 credits of *Humanities Frequent course offerings allow for in- dividualized schedules that will ensure 6TH QUARTER * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, all student degree objectives are met. pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course • BUS 295 - Business Integrated An ampersand (&) designates Common requirements with an SVC advisor. Students Experience Seminar (2) are responsible for checking specific major Course Numbering. requirements of baccalaureate institutions. • CMST 205 - Intercultural First Year Communication: D (5) Students intending the international business major should consult their 1ST QUARTER • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) potential transfer institutions regarding • ENVC 165 - Sustainability the level of world language required • ACCT& 201 - Prin of Accounting I (5) Fundamentals (5) for admission to the major. Students • BUS& 101 - Intro to Business (5) Total Hours: 17 are encouraged to include a speech or • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I oral communication course (not small (5) * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, group communication). pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course Total Hours: 15 D. REQUIRED BUSINESS CORE requirements with an SVC advisor. Students COURSES (15 CR.) FOR ALL are responsible for checking specific major 2ND QUARTER requirements of baccalaureate institutions. TRANSFER INSTITUTIONS: • ACCT& 201 - Prin of Accounting I (5) • ACCT& 202 - Prin of Accounting II (5) BUSINESS • ACCT& 202 - Prin of Accounting II (5) • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) • ACCT& 203 - Prin of Accounting III (5) • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) MANAGEMENT AREA OF STUDY: BUSINESS E. ELECTIVES (7-10 CR.) • Elective (5) • BUS 120 - Business Computers and SUGGESTED: BUS 120. Program Description Applications (5) Total Hours: 16 The Business Management program Students should contact their poten- is designed to develop the profes- 3RD QUARTER tial transfer institutions for advice on sional and business skills necessary which general elective course to take. • ACCT& 203 - Prin of Accounting III (5) to succeed in today’s competitive, Gonzaga, PLU, WSU, and WWU have demanding, and changing business • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats (5) requirements for admission to the environment. The Business Manage- major that go beyond those speci- * Natural Sciences course (5) with ment program includes instruction in fied above. Students can meet these lab, preferably in Learning business and management, leadership, requirements by careful selection of Community format. professional selling, business law, electives that are equivalent to the SUGGESTED: NUTR& 101 OR BIOL 205. economics, entrepreneurship, mar- following: keting, human resources, accounting

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and computer systems and applica- ning of any quarter; although some school. Students are encouraged to tions. Students may choose to earn a key courses are only offered at spe- contact each school for their current two-year Associate of Applied Science cific times during the year. Please see admission criteria and requirements. (AAS) Degree in Business Management a Business advisor for an individual or a four quarter certificate in Entre- schedule for the AAS Business Man- Program Certificates preneurship. Throughout the Business agement degree. For more information, A Certificate in Business Management Management program, students are contact the SVC Business advisor or is awarded to students who complete given projects to complete that provide SVC counseling. the following courses with an accumu- practical experience. These skills are Career & Technical Education lated grade point average of 2.0 and designed for entry-level positions in achieve technical competency. various businesses and industries, and (CTE) may lead to supervisory or manage- Please see Academic Information for ment positions combined with busi- Entrepreneurship Certificate information regarding CTE. ness experience. In this environment, 60 credits a student can gain confidence, a sense Work-Based Learning of professionalism, and develop the This certificate is designed to provide tools to become a team player and Students will integrate classroom specific business skills and educa- leader. Students may also choose to learning with an internship (BUS 199 tion for individuals not pursuing the take classes for career advancement - Internship / Cooperative Education) two-year degree who are interested in goals or to enhance current skills. The at a supervised work site. Credits and owning and operating a business. A Business Management program is grades are based on job hours worked, certificate is awarded to students who available in both hybrid (some class- work performance, and completion complete the following courses with room and some online) or totally online of learning objectives specified in the a 2.0 grade point average or above in via the Skagit Valley College E-learning learning contract. Learn more about each course. First Year system. (Some developmental math Cooperative Education at SVC. Required Courses classes are not available online) Associate in Applied Science • ACCT& 201 - Prin of Accounting I Program Learning Outcomes Degree (5) • BUS& 101 - Intro to Business (5) Graduates of the Business Manage- The Business Management, AAS is ment program will be able to: awarded upon completion of a mini- • BUS 111 - Business Math (5) • Identify contemporary business mum of 90 credits of specified techni- OR concepts, principles and practices. cal and related education coursework • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats above 100-level with both an overall • Demonstrate the interrelationship (5) 2.0 grade point average and a 2.0 of the functional areas of business grade point average in the technical • BUS 120 - Business Computers and including management, marketing, major. Applications (5) law, organizational behavior, • BUS 122 - Social Media & Digital computer and software systems, University Transfer Marketing (5) human resources, accounting, and finance. The Business Management AAS degree • BUS 180 - Leadership Development & Management Skills: D (5) • Analyze the interrelationship of transfers to the new SVC Bachelor of a business organization within Applied Science Applied Management • BUS& 201 - Business Law (5) the larger business environment, degree. Students who want to transfer • BUS 205 - Human Resources including international business. to a four-year university with a Busi- Management (5) ness Administration degree should • Apply basic legal business concepts work closely with an advisor. • BUS 240 - Fundamentals of within the legal environment in Marketing (5) which business is conducted. Transferability of degrees is of major importance to students and to Skagit • BUS 280 - Entrepreneurship and • Perform basic business calculations Valley College. Students who are Small Business Management (5) to demonstrate basic financial interested in completing a degree and • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) literacy. then transferring to a university should • ENGL& 101 - English Composition • Apply problem solving and see an advisor to work out a specific I (5) analysis skills to business research plan. SVC works hard to build bridges questions and demonstrate with state four-year schools so that Micro-Certificates appropriate solutions. degree seeking students have choic- Students who are not pursuing an AAS es to further their educational goals. • Demonstrate professional and degree may earn a certificate focusing Competitive admissions are available ethical behaviors expected of entry- on specific skills within the Business through many colleges including The level workers in the industry. Management program. A certificate is Evergreen State College, City Universi- awarded to students who complete all Entry into the Program ty and Western Washington Universi- courses with a 2.0 grade point average ty-Fairhaven College. These programs Apply at Enrollment Services. Students or above. are competitive and students need to may enter the program at the begin- meet admission requirements at each

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Entrepreneurship I Micro- • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats (5) • BUS 180 - Leadership Development Certificate • MATH& 148 - Business Calculus (5) & Management Skills: D (5) • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) 6. Economics (5 credits) 15 credits HUMANITIES • ECON 101 - Introduction to A certificate is awarded to students Economics (5) * PE - Activity (1) who complete the following courses Total Hours: 16 with a 2.0 grade point average or • ECON& 201 - Micro Economics (5) above in each course. First Year • ECON& 202 - Macro Economics (5) 4TH QUARTER Required Courses 7. Human Relations (5 credits) • BUS& 201 - Business Law (5) • BUS 111 - Business Math (5) • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) SOCIAL SCIENCES OR 8. Internship/Cooperative Education • BUS 240 - Fundamentals of • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats (3 credits) Marketing (5) (5) • BUS 199 - Internship / Cooperative • ECON& 201 - Micro Economics (5) • BUS 120 - Business Computers and Education (1-15) SOCIAL SCIENCES Applications (5) 9. Physical Education (2 credits) Total Hours: 15 • BUS& 101 - Intro to Business (5) • PE - Activity (1) 5TH QUARTER Degree Requirements • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) Includes required AAS courses. Stu- • PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and CPR • BUS 112 - Personal Finance (5) dent schedule may vary based on entry (2) • BUS 205 - Human Resources point, credit load, and prerequisites. Management (5) Consult with department chair or SVC Degree Map | AAS • BUS 242 - Professional Selling and counselor for scheduling options. Business Management Sales Management (5) 1. First Quarter Experience Total Credits: 15 • BUS& 101 - Intro to Business (5) 90 credits 6TH QUARTER 2. Accounting (15 credits) 1ST QUARTER • BUS 122 - Social Media & Digital • ACCT& 201 - Prin of Accounting I (5) • ACCT& 201 - Prin of Accounting I Marketing (5) • ACCT& 202 - Prin of Accounting II (5) (5) • BUS 199 - Internship / Cooperative • ACCT& 203 - Prin of Accounting III (5) • BUS& 101 - Intro to Business (5) Education (1-15) SOCIAL SCIENCES 3. Business (50 credits) 3 credits required • BUS& 101 - Intro to Business (5) • † ENGL& 101 - English Composition I (5) • BUS 280 - Entrepreneurship and • BUS 112 - Personal Finance (5) Small Business Management (5) Total Hours: 15 • BUS 120 - Business Computers and Total Credits: 13 Applications (5) 2ND QUARTER Note: • BUS 122 - Social Media & Digital Marketing (5) • ACCT& 202 - Prin of Accounting II † Students who do not receive an ap- propriate test score will require addi- • BUS 180 - Leadership Development (5) tional coursework to develop necessary & Management Skills: D (5) • BUS 120 - Business Computers and skills for entry into class. • BUS& 201 - Business Law (5) Applications (5) • BUS 205 - Human Resources • † MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats Courses Management (5) (5) • ACCT 142 - Payroll Procedures • BUS 240 - Fundamentals of OR • ACCT 145 - Small Business Marketing (5) • BUS 111 - Business Math (5) Accounting I • BUS 242 - Professional Selling and OR • ACCT 146 - Small Business Sales Management (5) Accounting II • MATH& 148 - Business Calculus • BUS 280 - Entrepreneurship and • ACCT 242 - QuickBooks • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) Small Business Management (5) • ACCT 244 - Sage 50 Total Credits: 16 4. Communication Skills (5 credits) • ACCT& 201 - Prin of Accounting I • ENGL& 101 - English Composition 3RD QUARTER • ACCT& 202 - Prin of Accounting II I (5) • ACCT& 203 - Prin of Accounting III • ACCT& 203 - Prin of Accounting III • BA 999 - Another gened test course 5. Computational Skills (5 credits) (5) • BUS 111 - Business Math (5) • BLDG 101 - Introduction to Building Construction

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• BUS 111 - Business Math CHEM& 241, CHEM& 242, and 2ND QUARTER • BUS 112 - Personal Finance CHEM& 243) for students majoring in science, engineering, nursing, and en- • CHEM& 162 - General Chem w/Lab • BUS 120 - Business Computers and vironmental science. CHEM& 121 and II (5) Applications CHEM& 131 form a series designed • MATH& 142 - Precalculus II (5) • BUS 122 - Social Media & Digital for health and environmental sciences * Humanities Choice (5), preferably in Marketing students. The CHEM& 160 series is Learning Community format: • BUS 171 - Latino Leadership I designed for science and engineer- ing majors. The CHEM& 200 series SUGGESTED: ART& 100, CMST& 220, • BUS 172 - Latino Leadership II DRMA& 101, ENGL& 112, ENGL 115, ENGL is designed for science majors. All • BUS 173 - Latino Leadership III 202, MUSC& 105, PHIL& 101, PHIL 215, include lab work. Non-science majors WRLD LANG. • BUS 180 - Leadership Development with an interest in chemistry should Total Hours: 15 & Management Skills: D take CHEM& 105 or CHEM& 110 which are excellent classes for those with no • BUS 199 - Internship / Cooperative 3RD QUARTER Education chemistry experience to take in prepa- ration for other chemistry courses. • BUS 205 - Human Resources • CHEM& 163 - General Chem w/Lab CHEM& 105 is a non-lab course and Management III (5) CHEM& 110 includes a lab. • BUS 212 - Investment and Financial • MATH& 151 - Calculus I (5) Planning II Degrees Options * Social Science Choice (5), • BUS 240 - Fundamentals of preferably an Learning Community Marketing Associate in Science - Transfer Track format: #1, AS-T • BUS 241 - Introduction to SUGGESTED: ANTH& 206, ECON 101, ECON& 201, GEOG& 100, HIST&, PSYC& International Business Programs 100, POLS& 101, SOSC 100. • BUS 242 - Professional Selling and Total Hours: 15 Sales Management • BUS 280 - Entrepreneurship and Degree Map | AS-T Track #1 Second Year Small Business Management Chemistry • BUS 290 - Leadership Skagit 4TH QUARTER The suggested schedule below in- • BUS 292 - Leadership San Juan cludes required DTA courses. Student • CHEM& 241 - Organic Chem I (4) Islands schedule may vary based on entry • MATH& 152 - Calculus II (5) • BUS 295 - Business Integrated point, credit load, and prerequisites. • PHYS& 231 - Engineering Phys Lab I Experience Seminar Consult with department chair or SVC (1) • BUS 299 - Learning into Action counselor for scheduling options. • BUS 410 - Managerial The two-year suggested schedule • PHYS& 241 - Engineering Physics I Professionalism & Readiness below is provided as only a guide for a (5) • BUS 430 - Data Driven Decision traditional full-time student whose goal Total Hours: 15 Making is the Associate in Science - Transfer Track #1, AS-T with an emphasis in 5TH QUARTER • BUS 450 - Legal Environments in Chemistry. Frequent course offerings Business allow for individualized schedules that • CHEM& 242 - Organic Chem II (4) • BUS& 101 - Intro to Business will ensure all student degree objec- • CHEM& 251 - Organic Chem Lab I • BUS& 201 - Business Law tives are met. (2) First Year • MATH& 153 - Calculus III (5) CHEMISTRY • PHYS& 232 - Engineering Phys Lab AREA OF STUDY: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, 1ST QUARTER II (1) ENGINEERING, & MATH (STEM) • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience • PHYS& 242 - Engineering Physics II Program Description (2) (5) The Chemistry program at Skagit • CHEM& 161 - General Chem w/Lab I Total Hours: 17 Valley College is designed to serve the (5) diverse needs of the community by in- • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I 6TH QUARTER spiring students with an interest in dis- (5) covery and a desire for lifelong learn- • CHEM& 243 - Organic Chem III (3) ing, as well as by promoting critical • MATH& 141 - Precalculus I (5) • CHEM& 252 - Organic Chem Lab II thinking skills. The Chemistry program Total Hours: 17 (2) provides solid foundations in general • PHYS& 233 - Engineering Phys Lab chemistry (CHEM& 121, CHEM& 161, III (1) CHEM& 162, and CHEM& 163) and organic chemistry (CHEM& 131,

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• PHYS& 243 - Engineering Physics III elective requirements, depending on • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) (5) the specific degree sought or intended Total Hours: 15 * Social Sciences course (5), major. (Please note: the offering of preferably in Learning Community these courses is subject to instructor 3RD QUARTER format: availability and student interest and demand.) SUGGESTED: ANTH& 206, ECON 101, • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) GEOG& 100, HIST&, PSYC& 100, POLS& * Natural Science course (5) with lab, 101, SOSC 100. Related Degree Options preferably in the Learning Total Hours: 16 Associate of Arts Direct Transfer Community format. Agreement, AA-DTA * Social Sciences course (5), * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, preferably in Learning Community pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course requirements with an SVC advisor. Students Courses format. are responsible for checking specific major • CHIN& 121 - Chinese I Total Hours: 15 requirements of baccalaureate institutions. • CHIN& 122 - Chinese II Courses • CHIN& 123 - Chinese III Second Year • CHEM 199 - Cooperative Education COMMUNICATION 4TH QUARTER • CHEM 295 - Chemistry Integrative • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal Experience Seminar AREA OF STUDY: ARTS & COMMUNICATION Communication: D (5) • CHEM 299 - Learning into Action • PE Activity (1) • CHEM 301 - Chemistry for Degree Map | AA-DTA Environmental Conservation Communication Emphasis * Social Sciences course (5), preferably in Learning Community • CHEM& 100 - Preparatory format. Chemistry The suggested schedule below in- cludes required DTA courses with an SUGGESTED: ECON& 201, POLS& 101 OR • CHEM& 105 - Chemical Concepts emphasis in Communications. Student POLS& 202. • CHEM& 110 - Chemical Concepts schedule may vary based on entry • Humanities (5) preferably in with Lab point, credit load, and prerequisites. Learning Community format. • CHEM& 121 - Intro to Chemistry Consult with department chair or SVC SUGGESTED: DRMA& 101, ENGL 115 OR counselor for scheduling options. PHIL 215. • CHEM& 122 - Introduction to Organic Chemistry The two-year suggested schedule Total Hours: 16 below is provided as only a guide for a • CHEM& 123 - Introduction to traditional full-time student whose goal 5TH QUARTER Biochemistry is the Associate of Arts Direct Transfer • CHEM& 131 - Intro to Organic/ Agreement, AA-DTA. Frequent course • CMST 205 - Intercultural Biochemistry offerings allow for individualized Communication: D (5) • CHEM& 161 - General Chem w/Lab I schedules that will ensure all student • PE Activity (1) degree objectives are met. • CHEM& 162 - General Chem w/Lab II * Natural Science (5) with a lab, • CHEM& 163 - General Chem w/Lab III An ampersand (&) designates Common preferably in the Learning Course Numbering. • CHEM& 241 - Organic Chem I Community format. SUGGESTED: BIOL 111, EASC 102, OR • CHEM& 242 - Organic Chem II First Year GEOL& 101. • CHEM& 243 - Organic Chem III 1ST QUARTER • Elective (5) • CHEM& 251 - Organic Chem Lab I SUGGESTED: ANTH& 206 OR BUS 240. • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I • CHEM& 252 - Organic Chem Lab II (5) Total Hours: 16 CHINESE • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience 6TH QUARTER (2) AREA OF STUDY: ARTS & COMMUNICATION • CMST& 102 - Intro to Mass Media • CMST 205 - Intercultural Program Description (5) Communication: D (5) Chinese courses are offered in a con- • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) * Natural Science (5) with a lab, preferably in the Learning tinuous one-year program with courses Total Hours:13 that range from beginning to interme- Community format. SUGGESTED: EASC 111 OR ENVS& 101. diate levels. The courses are aimed at 2ND QUARTER enabling students to gain proficiency in comprehension, speaking, read- • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) ing, writing and cultural competence. • JOUR 101 - Introduction to These courses are transferable and Journalism & Newswriting (5) meet humanities distribution, and/or

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* Social Sciences course (5), designed to provide a comprehensive • Distinguish and operate support preferably in Learning Community education for the next generation of equipment in Closed Cavity and format. composite technicians. Light Resin Transfer Method. SUGGESTED COURSES: ECON& 202, • Demonstrate ability to use advanced ETHNC 201 OR PSYC& 180. Why Enroll in the Composites Technology Program at composite nomenclature related to equipment, tools, accessories, and Total Hours: 15 Skagit Valley College? materials commonly used in the * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, The field of composites is growing composites workplace. and the Skagit Valley College program pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course • Understand environmental issues requirements with an SVC advisor. Students prepares students for entry into many related to manufacture and use of are responsible for checking specific major industries using composite technology. composite structures. requirements of baccalaureate institutions. Courses are developed and taught • Understand and follow laws and by leaders in the field — our instruc- regulations as they relate to tors hold ACMA credentials and have COMPOSITES composites certifications. worked in industry. TECHNOLOGY Comprehensive courses integrate skill Programs AREA OF STUDY: INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY sets with technology found in industry & TRANSPORTATION and supported by industry input. Advanced Composites Program Description For more information, please contact Manufacturing Technician the department chair, Bruce Poole, at The Composites Technology (CMPST) 360.416.6549 or bruce.poole@skagit. Certificate program at Skagit Valley College is de- edu. signed to provide a comprehensive edu- 31 credits cation for the next generation of com- Program Learning Outcomes Marine, aerospace, transportation, posite technicians. Marine, aerospace, construction, energy, and sports equip- transportation, medicine, construction, Graduates of the Composites ment represent some of the indus- energy, and sports equipment rep- Technology program will be able to: tries where composites are used. The resent some of the industries where • Possess the skills and knowledge growing demand for stronger, lighter composites are used. The growing required for successful entry-level and more efficient building materials is demand for stronger, lighter and more employment in composite-related driving the demand for skilled com- efficient building materials is driving industries. posite technicians who can work with the demand for skilled composites these new materials and processes. • Understand the safety hazards and technicians who can work with these The composites program at Skagit workplace precautions that need new materials and processes. Valley College is designed to provide a to be taken when working with comprehensive education for the next This certificate program provides hazardous chemicals typically found generation of composite technicians. students with skills and knowledge in in a shop environment. plant safety, manufacture and repair This certificate program provides processes, composite materials, gel • Identify resins, initiators, students with skills and knowledge in coat/controlled spraying/fluid handling promoters, solvents and all plant safety, manufacture and repair applications, vacuum infusion process, chemicals by sight, smell and touch, processes, composite materials, gel light resin transfer molding (RTM), and handle according to established coat/controlled spraying/fluid handling part and tooling design techniques, safety standards. applications, vacuum infusion process, and composites strength of materials. • Demonstrate ability to correctly light resin transfer molding (RTM), Students learn chemical safety, design, apply various types of catalyzed part and tooling design techniques modern closed mold techniques, and coatings and paints. and composites strength of materials. construction of molds to construct a • Demonstrate ability to use the Students learn chemical safety, design, variety of parts. Students work toward correct technique for repairing a modern closed mold techniques, and taking American Composites Manufac- variety of composite structures. construction of molds to construct a turers Association (ACMA) certification variety of parts. Students work toward • Demonstrate ability to develop a exams - the standard for composites taking American Composites Manufac- full size plug from a scaled drawing, credentialing. The Composites program turers Association (ACMA) certification and correctly finish the surface offers the student options for short and exams - the standard for composites using various mediums current to long-term certificates. credentialing. The Advanced Compos- industry standards. Composite manufacturing has evolved ites Manufacturing Technician Cer- • Correctly perform contact molding, into a diverse industry and can be tificate is awarded upon completion vacuum bagging techniques, out found in the marine, aerospace, auto- of certificate courses. All coursework of oven autoclave, and oven curing motive, sports equipment, construc- must be 100-level or above with both techniques. tion, alternative energy, medical devic- an overall 2.0 grade point average and es, and many other industries, creating • Demonstrate silicone bag part a minimum C- grade in all required an expanding wealth of opportunity for building and rigid B side part courses. Contact the department chair talented practitioners. The Composites building techniques using current for more information: program at Skagit Valley College is industry standards. [email protected].

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Required Courses • CMPST 127 - Advanced Composites Information Systems, Computer Appli- Construction and Repair (5) cations Support Technician, Computer • CMPST 121 - Composites Network Technician, and Computer Construction and Repair (3) Composites Wind Blade Database/Programming. The program • CMPST 123 - Composite Vacuum is recommended for self-motivated Infusion/Light RTM Process (5) Repair Micro-Certificate students with strong computer skills. • CMPST 127 - Advanced Composites 15 credits The Computer Information Systems Construction and Repair (5) program is designed to expose stu- This micro-certificate provides stu- dents to a broad spectrum of disci- • CMPST 220 - Composite Tooling (5) dents with an overview of common plines within the field of information • WMATH 100 - Professional composite materials and processes, technology: operating systems, hard- Technical Applied Math (5) solid laminate and sandwich con- ware support, network administration, OR struction methods, vacuum bagging application software, database design materials and processes, core mate- • MT 102 - Marine Applied and programming. With successful rials used in structures and repairs, Mathematics (5) completion of the program, students damage detection methods - including will have discovered the area which • MANF 120 - Industrial Safety (2) repair methods and techniques. This best fits their interest and aptitude, • MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR (1) certificate provides hands-on repair and be prepared to pursue entry-level and reconstruction practices, including • MANF 122 - Material Science in positions or further education. Manufacturing (2) the use of appropriate tools, such as hot bonders to make composite wind The opportunity to transfer this tech- • MANF 125 - Precision Measurement blade repairs. Students learn how to nical degree to a four-year university and Tools (3) determine the extent of damage, how to complete a Bachelor’s degree is OR to remove damaged material, and how currently available. Contact the CIS • MT 105 - Safety, Tools, and to execute proper repair preparation. A Department Chair for more information Fastenings (6) certificate is awarded to students who and alternative suggested schedules. completes the following course with a Career Opportunities Composites Repair Technician 2.0 grade point average or above. First Micro-Certificate Required Courses Business and industry require skilled workers to design, operate, manage • CMPST 128 - Composites 15 credits and support their computer systems. Windblade Construction and Repair This program is designed to prepare This micro-certificate provides stu- (5) students for entry-level positions sup- dents with an overview of composites porting application software, hard- and their application across a spec- All CMPST Courses ware, networks, installation, security, trum of industries. Instruction covers • CMPST 121 – Composites administration, programming and materials commonly used in composite Construction and Repair database design. manufacturing processes such as hand • CMPST 123 – Composite Vacuum lay-up, filament winding, compression Infusion/Light RTM Process Work Experience in the Field molding, resin-transfer molding, and pultrusion. Introduction to fiberglass • CMPST 127 – Advanced Composites Students will participate in Cooperative reinforced plastics with emphasis on Construction and Repair Education (CIS 199), which is super- chemical safety applicable to poly • CMPST 128 – Composites vised work experience in an approved and vinyl-ester resins, solvents, and Windblade Construction and Repair work environment. Credits and grades are based on hours worked, work per- epoxies. Students will receive hands- • CMPST 129 – Introduction to formance, and completion of the learn- on training in use of molds, gel coats, Nondestructive Testing release agents, resins, cosmetic color ing objectives specified in the learning • CMPST 130 – Recycling Composites matching, and reinforcing materials contract. A special project may be in hand layup and structural repair. • CMPST 220 – Composite Tooling substituted for Cooperative Education Industry-appropriate shop safety with the approval of the Department standards and correct use of Personal COMPUTER Chair. Protection Equipment is also covered. A certificate is awarded to students INFORMATION SYSTEMS Program Learning Outcomes who complete the following courses AREA OF STUDY: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, Graduates of the Computer with a 2.0 grade point average and a ENGINEERING, & MATH (STEM) Information Systems program will be minimum letter grade of C- or above in all required courses. First Year Program Description able to: • Know how to disassemble and Required Courses Computer Information Systems (CIS) is a two-year program that leads to reassemble a computer. • CMPST 121 - Composites an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) • Know how to install and configure Construction and Repair (3) degree. The program offers a degree current popular network and client • CMPST 123 - Composite Vacuum in Computer Information Systems operating systems. Infusion/Light RTM Process (5) (CIS) and four certificates: Computer

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• Explain data protection and transfer degree options, meet with • CIS 233 - Network Security (5) network hardening techniques. the CIS Dept. Chair for an alternate • CIS 242 - Database Programming- • Comprehend decision and iteration schedule. VBA (5) control structures. The two-year suggested schedule Total Hours: 17 • Design a database that below is provided as only a guide for a traditional full-time student whose goal corrects flaws in existing legacy 6TH QUARTER applications. is the AAS degree. • ‡ CIS 199 - Cooperative Education Entry into the Program First Year (1-15) Please apply at Enrollment Services. 1ST QUARTER • CIS 223 - Computer Networking III Advanced standing for prior education (5) or experience may be requested. Be • CIS 104 - Windows Operating System In Depth (5) • CIS 243 - Office Programming-VBA advised that some courses/sequences (5) are not offered every quarter. • CIS 146 - Introduction to Microsoft • ^ PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and It is strongly recommended that Excel (3) CPR (2) students entering the CIS program be • BUS& 101 - Intro to Business (5) able to read and write at college level. Note: • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I They should also have basic keyboard- † Students who do not receive an ap- (5) ing skills, such as those included in propriate test score will require addi- Office & Business Technology OBT 099 Total Hours: 18 tional coursework to develop necessary and basic computer literacy included skills for entry into class. MATH& 107 in Computer Science (CS) 101. ENGL 2ND QUARTER or higher can be substituted for CIS 099 and MATH 097 are prerequisites 114. • CIS 105 - Introduction to Linux (5) for some required courses for the de- ‡ CIS 199 may be taken at any time gree; students should consider taking • CIS 118 - Computer Hardware: after the second quarter with Depart- these courses before entering the Troubleshooting & Repair (5) ment Chair approval. degree program. • CIS 147 - Introduction to Microsoft ^ A valid current CPR and First Aid Associate of Applied Science Access (3) card may be submitted in lieu of PE Degree Total Hours: 13 200. Student must provide copies of current documents with a waiver The Computer Information Systems, 3RD QUARTER request. AAS is awarded upon completion of a minimum of 90 credits in courses • † CIS 114 - Mathematics for numbered 100 or above with an accu- Computer Specialists (5) Degree Map | Certificate mulated grade point average of 2.0. • CIS 241 - Database Design and SQL Computer Applications Courses must include completion of (5) Support Technician the technical major and related educa- • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal tion requirements. 34 credits Communication: D (5) The student must maintain a 2.0 Degree Map | AAS Total Hours: 15 grade point average and complete the Computer Information following. Second Year Systems 1ST QUARTER 4TH QUARTER 94 credits • CIS 104 - Windows Operating • CIS 180 - Introduction to Windows System In Depth (5) Students entering Winter or Spring PowerShell (5) quarters will want to meet with a CIS • CIS 146 - Introduction to Microsoft program advisor to determine that • ‡ CIS 199 - Cooperative Education Excel (3) (1-15) individual schedules have the appro- • CS 101 - Computers, Technology priate sequence of classes. Schedules • CIS 221 - Computer Networking I (5) and Society (5) may also vary based on class availabil- • CIS 240 - Introduction to • OBT 122 - MS Word I (3) ity. It is strongly recommended that Programming (5) students continue to check individual Total Hours: 16 plans with a CIS program advisor. Total Hours: 17 The suggested schedule below in- 2ND QUARTER 5TH QUARTER cludes required AAS courses. Student • CIS 147 - Introduction to Microsoft schedule may vary based on entry • ‡ CIS 199 - Cooperative Education Access (3) point, credit load, and prerequisites. (1-15) Consult with department chair or SVC • CIS 199 - Cooperative Education counselor for scheduling options. For • CIS 222 - Computer Networking II (1-15) (4 credits) (5)

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• OBT 132 - MS PowerPoint (4) 3RD QUARTER • CIS 114 - Mathematics for Computer Specialists (5) • OBT 204 - Microsoft Publisher (4) • CIS 105 - Introduction to Linux (5) Total Hours: 10 • OBT 210 - Electronic • CIS 118 - Computer Hardware: Communications (3) Troubleshooting & Repair (5) 3RD QUARTER Total Hours: 16 • CIS 241 - Database Design and SQL (5) • CIS 118 - Computer Hardware: Troubleshooting & Repair (5) Total Hours: 15 Degree Map | Certificate • CIS 180 - Introduction to Windows Computer Database/ 4TH QUARTER PowerShell (5) Programming Total Hours: 10 • CIS 180 - Introduction to Windows 20 credits PowerShell (5) 4TH QUARTER The student must maintain a 2.0 • CIS 221 - Computer Networking I (5) • CIS 199 - Cooperative Education grade point average and complete the • CIS 240 - Introduction to (1-15) (2 credits) following: Programming (5) • CIS 221 - Computer Networking I (5) Required Courses Total Hours: 15 Total Hours: 7 • CIS 240 - Introduction to 5TH QUARTER Programming (5) 5TH QUARTER • CIS 241 - Database Design and SQL • CIS 222 - Computer Networking II (5) (5) • CIS 199 - Cooperative Education (1-15) (2 credits) • CIS 242 - Database Programming- • CIS 233 - Network Security (5) VBA (5) • CIS 222 - Computer Networking II • CIS 242 - Database Programming- (5) • CIS 243 - Office Programming-VBA VBA (5) (5) Total Hours: 7 Total Hours: 15 6TH QUARTER Degree Map | Certificate 6TH QUARTER Computer Information • CIS 199 - Cooperative Education • CIS 199 - Cooperative Education (1-15) (1 credit) Systems (1-15) (5 credits) • CIS 223 - Computer Networking III • CIS 223 - Computer Networking III (5) 60 credits (5) • CIS 233 - Network Security (5) Please consult with a CIS counselor • CIS 243 - Office Programming-VBA regarding your CIS course choices. (5) Total Hours: 11 The student must maintain a 2.0 grade point average and complete 60 cred- Total Hours: 15 All CIS Courses its of the 76 CIS credits listed below • CIS 104 - Windows Operating including. Degree Map | Certificate System In Depth • CIS 199 - Cooperative Education • CIS 105 - Introduction to Linux (1-15) (5) Computer Network Technician • CIS 114 - Mathematics for 1ST QUARTER Computer Specialists 53 credits • CIS 118 - Computer Hardware: • CIS 104 - Windows Operating Troubleshooting & Repair System In Depth (5) The student must maintain a 2.0 • CIS 145 - Using Microsoft Windows • CIS 146 - Introduction to Microsoft grade point average and complete the Excel (3) following: • CIS 146 - Introduction to Microsoft Excel 1ST QUARTER Total Hours: 8 • CIS 147 - Introduction to Microsoft • CIS 104 - Windows Operating Access 2ND QUARTER System In Depth (5) • CIS 148 - The Internet • CIS 114 - Mathematics for Computer • CIS 146 - Introduction to Microsoft • CIS 150 - Project Management Specialists (5) Excel (3) • CIS 180 - Introduction to Windows • CIS 147 - Introduction to Microsoft Total Hours: 8 PowerShell Access (3) • CIS 199 - Cooperative Education 2ND QUARTER Total Hours: 8 • CIS 221 - Computer Networking I • CIS 105 - Introduction to Linux (5) • CIS 222 - Computer Networking II

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• CIS 223 - Computer Networking III First Year 6TH QUARTER • CIS 233 - Network Security 1ST QUARTER • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats • CIS 240 - Introduction to (5) Programming • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience (2) • PHYS& 233 - Engineering Phys Lab • CIS 241 - Database Design and SQL III (1) • CIS 242 - Database Programming- • CS 101 - Computers, Technology and Society (5) • PHYS& 243 - Engineering Physics III VBA (5) • CIS 243 - Office Programming-VBA • MATH& 141 - Precalculus I (5) * Humanities course (5), preferably in Total Hours: 12 Learning Community format. COMPUTER SCIENCE SUGGESTED: ART& 100, DRMA& 101, AREA OF STUDY: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, 2ND QUARTER ENGL& 112, ENGL 115, ENGL 202, MUSC& ENGINEERING, & MATH (STEM) 105, PHIL& 101, WRLD LANG. • CS 142 - Java Programming I (5) Total Hours: 16 Program Description • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I Computer Science is the study of (5) * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, techniques to represent, store and • MATH& 142 - Precalculus II (5) pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course manipulate information within a com- requirements with an SVC advisor. Students puter information system. Computer Total Hours: 15 are responsible for checking specific major programming is a major component of requirements of baccalaureate institutions. such study, and is the focus of most 3RD QUARTER of the CS courses listed below. If you • CS 143 - Java Programming II (5) Computer Science are thinking of pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science at a uni- • MATH& 151 - Calculus I (5) Direct Transfer Agreement, versity, you should take CS 210 or CS • PHIL 215 - Introduction to Ethics (5) DTA/MRP 142 because success in these classes Total Hours: 15 tends to be a good indicator of success Transfers to CWU, EWU, The in a computer science program. Con- Evergreen State College, UW Seattle, sult the university’s catalog to deter- Second Year UW Bothell, University of Tacoma, mine which of the two courses best fits 4TH QUARTER WSU, WWU the requirements of that institution. If you are thinking of working with • CHEM& 161 - General Chem w/Lab I Purpose computers but aren’t sure you want (5) a four-year degree, see the Computer The Associate in Computer Science Di- • MATH& 152 - Calculus II (5) Information Systems (CIS) or Multime- rect Transfer Agreement/Major Related dia and Interactive Technology (MIT) NATURAL SCIENCES Program (CS DTA/MRP) pathway is sections of this catalog. This course covers the study of applicable to students planning to pre- indefinite integrals, applications of pare for computer science and related Programs integration, techniques of integra- majors at universities and colleges in tion, and an introduction to differen- Washington. This pathway meets all of tial equations. A graphing calculator the requirements of the Direct Transfer Degree Map | AS-T Track #2 is required. Prerequisite: MATH& 151 Agreement (DTA). Computer science Computer Science with a grade of C or higher. programs are competitive and this pathway intends to provide students • PHYS& 231 - Engineering Phys Lab I with the needed information to op- The suggested schedule below in- (1) cludes required DTA courses with an timize their coursework to meet the emphasis in Computer Science. Stu- • PHYS& 241 - Engineering Physics I DTA and prepare for computer science dent schedule may vary based on entry (5) and related majors at universities and point, credit load, and prerequisites. Total Hours: 16 colleges in Washington. Consult with department chair or SVC Although this degree will be grant- counselor for scheduling options. 5TH QUARTER ed to SVC students completing with The two-year suggested schedule a cumulative 2.0 GPA, entry into a below is provided as only a guide for a • MATH& 153 - Calculus III (5) baccalaureate program at a four- traditional full-time student whose goal • MATH 204 - Elementary Linear year school will require a higher GPA is the Associate in Science - Transfer Algebra (5) for admission. Admission is highly competitive and not guaranteed; it is Track #2, AS-T. Frequent course offer- • PHYS& 232 - Engineering Phys Lab important to perform your best in all ings allow for individualized schedules II (1) that will ensure all student degree SVC college classes. Seeking out an objectives are met. • PHYS& 242 - Engineering Physics II advisor/counselor early in your studies (5) is highly recommended, as is checking Total Hours: 16 with your potential transfer institution

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about specific GPA requirements and * Social Sciences course (5) schedules that will ensure all student course choices. SUGGESTED: HIST& 116, HIST& 117, HIST& degree objectives are met. 118, HIST& 146, HIST& 147, HIST& 148, POLS& 101, POLS& 202, PSYC& 100 OR First Year Degree Map SOC& 101. 1ST QUARTER Total Hours: 16 The suggested schedule below in- • CS 101 - Computers, Technology cludes required DTA courses. Student 5TH QUARTER schedule may vary based on entry and Society (5) point, credit load, and prerequisites. • PHYS& 242 - Engineering Physics II • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience Consult with department chair or SVC (5) (2) counselor for scheduling options. • PHYS& 232 - Engineering Phys Lab • MATH& 151 - Calculus I (5) The two-year suggested schedule II (1) below is provided as only a guide for a • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) traditional full-time student whose goal * Elective (5) • PSYC& 100 - General Psychology is the Computer ScienceDTA/MRP de- Discuss specific course require- (5) gree. Frequent course offerings allow ments with an SVC advisor. Students Total Hours: 18 for individualized schedules that will are responsible for checking specific major requirements of baccalaureate ensure all student degree objectives 2ND QUARTER are met. institutions. An ampersand (&) designates Common * Humanities course (10), preferably • CS 142 - Java Programming I (5) Course Numbering. in Learning Community format: OR SUGGESTED: DRMA& 101, MUSC& 105 OR First Year PHIL& 101. TOTAL HOURS: 16 • CS 210 - C++ Programming I (5) 6TH QUARTER • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I 1ST QUARTER (5) • CS 101 - Computers, Technology • ENGL& 235 - Technical Writing (5) • MATH& 152 - Calculus II (5) and Society (5) • PHYS& 243 - Engineering Physics III * PE Activity (1) • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience (5) Total Hours: 16 (2) • PHYS& 233 - Engineering Phys Lab • MATH& 151 - Calculus I (5) III (1) 3RD QUARTER Total Hours: 12 * Humanities course (10), preferably in Learning Community format: • CS 143 - Java Programming II (5) 2ND QUARTER SUGGESTED: DRMA& 101, MUSC& 105 OR OR PHIL& 101. • CS 211 - C++ Programming II • CS 142 - Java Programming I (5) Total Hours: 16 • MATH& 153 - Calculus III (5) • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I (5) * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, • PHIL 215 - Introduction to Ethics (5) pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course * PE Activity (1) • MATH& 152 - Calculus II (5) requirements with an SVC advisor. Students Total Hours: 15 are responsible for checking specific major Total Hours: 16 requirements of baccalaureate institutions. 3RD QUARTER Second Year

• CS 143 - Java Programming II (5) Degree Map | AA-DTA 4TH QUARTER • MATH& 153 - Calculus III (5) Computer Science Emphasis • CHEM& 161 - General Chem w/Lab I • PHIL 215 - Introduction to Ethics (5) (5) The suggested schedule below in- OR Total Hours: 15 cludes required DTA courses with an emphasis in Computer Science. Stu- • BIOL& 221 - Majors Ecology/ Second Year dent schedule may vary based on entry Evolution (5) point, credit load, and prerequisites. NATURAL SCIENCES 4TH QUARTER Consult with department chair or SVC • ECON& 201 - Micro Economics (5) counselor for scheduling options. • ECON& 201 - Micro Economics (5) SOCIAL SCIENCES The two-year suggested schedule OR • PHYS& 241 - Engineering Physics I below is provided as only a guide for a (5) traditional full-time student whose goal • ECON& 202 - Macro Economics (5) • PHYS& 231 - Engineering Phys Lab I is the Associate of Arts Direct Transfer SOCIAL SCIENCES (1) Agreement, AA-DTA. Frequent course * Social Sciences course (5), offerings allow for individualized preferably in Learning Community format: SUGGESTED: PSYC& 100.

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Discuss specific course requirements with Second Year an SVC advisor. Students are responsible COMMUNICATION for checking specific major requirements of AREA OF STUDY: ARTS & COMMUNICATION 4TH QUARTER baccalaureate institutions. • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal Total Hours: 15 Degree Map | AA-DTA Communication: D (5) Communication Emphasis * PE Activity (1) 5TH QUARTER * Social Sciences course (5), The suggested schedule below in- • CHEM& 162 - General Chem w/Lab preferably in Learning Community cludes required DTA courses with an II (5) format. emphasis in Communications. Student OR schedule may vary based on entry SUGGESTED: ECON& 201, POLS& 101 OR POLS& 202. • BIOL& 222 - Majors Cell/Molecular point, credit load, and prerequisites. Biology (5) Consult with department chair or SVC • Humanities (5) preferably in Learning Community format. • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal counselor for scheduling options. SUGGESTED: DRMA& 101, ENGL 115 OR Communication: D (5) The two-year suggested schedule PHIL 215. OR below is provided as only a guide for a traditional full-time student whose goal Total Hours: 16 • CMST& 230 - Small Group is the Associate of Arts Direct Transfer Communication: D (5) Agreement, AA-DTA. Frequent course 5TH QUARTER OR offerings allow for individualized • CMST 205 - Intercultural schedules that will ensure all student • ENGL& 235 - Technical Writing (5) Communication: D (5) degree objectives are met. * Humanities course (5), preferably in An ampersand (&) designates Common * PE Activity (1) Learning Community format: Course Numbering. * Natural Science (5) with a lab, Total Hours: 15 preferably in the Learning First Year Community format. 6TH QUARTER SUGGESTED: BIOL 111, EASC 102, OR 1ST QUARTER GEOL& 101. • CHEM& 163 - General Chem w/Lab III (5) • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I • Elective (5) (5) SUGGESTED: ANTH& 206 OR BUS 240. OR • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience Total Hours: 16 • BIOL& 223 - Majors Organismal (2) Physiology (5) • CMST& 102 - Intro to Mass Media (5) 6TH QUARTER • ENGL& 235 - Technical Writing (5) • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) • CMST 205 - Intercultural * Humanities courses (5), preferably Communication: D (5) in Learning Community format: Total Hours:13 * Natural Science (5) with a lab, Total Hours: 15 2ND QUARTER preferably in the Learning Community format. * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) SUGGESTED: EASC 111 OR ENVS& 101. pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course requirements with an SVC advisor. Students • JOUR 101 - Introduction to * Social Sciences course (5), are responsible for checking specific major Journalism & Newswriting (5) preferably in Learning Community requirements of baccalaureate institutions. • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) format. SUGGESTED COURSES: ECON& 202, All CS Courses Total Hours: 15 ETHNC 201 OR PSYC& 180. • CS 101 - Computers, Technology 3RD QUARTER Total Hours: 15 and Society • CS 142 - Java Programming I • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course • CS 143 - Java Programming II * Natural Science course (5) with lab, requirements with an SVC advisor. Students • CS 210 - C++ Programming I preferably in the Learning are responsible for checking specific major Community format. • CS 211 - C++ Programming II requirements of baccalaureate institutions. * Social Sciences course (5), preferably in Learning Community CRAFT BREWING format. AREA OF STUDY: FOOD & BEVERAGE Total Hours: 15 MANAGEMENT Program Description The Craft Brewing (BRW) program pro- vides an overview of the craft brewery

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business, i.e. from farm to glass, and • Analyze and demonstrate the Admission Requirements is designed to provide students with a steps in the brewing process - foundation of knowledge required for grain handling, malting, yeast Must be 21 years or older to partici- successful entry-level employment in and fermentation processes, raw pate in this program. the craft brewing industry. With con- materials and wort production, Programs tinued growth of the brewing industry beer production, quality control, nationwide and world-wide, owners and packaging processes, flavor managers of major breweries, craft production, and control. Degree Map | Certificate breweries, and brew pubs are seeking • Identify classic and craft-brew beer Craft Brewing professionals who have been trained in styles and describe production of the science and engineering of opera- each. 40 credits tions, as well as those who know and • Analyze and evaluate business understand the demands of the brew- The Craft Brewing certificate program concepts of the brewing industry ing industry. The craft brewing indus- is structured to help students learn and the day-to-day activities try is expected to grow in Washington brew science theory through hands- involved with the operation of a State as the industry moves away from on experience in the brew laboratory solvent brewing facility. “factory” breweries (Olympia, Rainier, and at local breweries. The program etc.) to small craft breweries. • Demonstrate the ability to design includes industry professionals in the and brew a beer that meets classroom, industry tours and several In response to the demand for con- generally acceptable standards. internship experiences at local brewer- densed technical training programs in ies. The program is taught primarily in brewing science, Skagit Valley College • Demonstrate knowledge of the evenings and online. One exception has collaborated with regional craft sustainability practices for raw is brewing lab days which are arranged brewing industry professionals to materials, water, energy, processing with the instructor. Students must create a multi-disciplinary program and brewery waste. maintain a 2.0 GPA or above in all that will provide education and training required course work.: for those interested in working in this Career Opportunities industry. The certificate program is Many jobs in the craft brewing industry 1ST QUARTER structured to help students learn brew cross employment categories. People science theory through hands-on ex- working in this industry can often be • BRW 101 - Culture of Craft Brewing perience in the brew laboratory and at found working in management posi- (3) local breweries. The program includes tions, sales/marketing, graphic design, • BRW 103 - Beverage Biochemistry industry professionals in the class- service technicians, lab technicians, (4) room, industry tours and internship bartenders, and food service em- • BRW 105 - Raw Materials (3) experiences at regional breweries. ployees associated with restaurants This is an ideal program for those or brew pubs. According to our local • BRW 107 - Wort Production (3) considering entry into the brewing in- industry partners, job titles specific to • BRW 160 - Brewery Lab I (1) brewing are brewers, maltsters, celler- dustry, as well as those pursuing wider • BIOL 150 - Microbiology and men, bottling line workers, draught line knowledge of the business in order Chemistry Laboratory Techniques technicians/cleaners, vat/equipment to improve their skills and advance in for Brewing (1) their career goals. Students will gain technicians, quality assurance/quality a level of industry knowledge that will control technicians, and fermentation Total Hours: 15 benefit them in any area of responsibil- lab technicians. Working in a brewery ity in the brewery, covering every topic can be physically demanding. Many 2ND QUARTER critical to successful brewery opera- tasks involve lifting, climbing, moving, • BRW 110 - Brewery Operations (5) tions. carrying, pushing and pulling items weighing up to 50 lbs. or more. Due to • BRW 120 - Essentials of Quality Program Learning Outcomes legal restrictions associated with the Assurance/Quality Control (3) production of beer and spirits, most Graduates of the Craft Brewing • BRW 125 - Flavor Production and businesses require workers to be at Control (2) program will be able to: least 21 years of age prior to employ- • Show competency in understanding ment. • BRW 128 - Industry Experience (1) the history of alcohol fermentation • BRW 161 - Brewery Lab II (2) and the brewing of beer. Entry into the Program Total Hours: 13 • Demonstrate the ability to utilize The Craft Brewing program only enrolls brew house facilities and brewing students Fall quarter. Please apply at 3RD QUARTER equipment. Enrollment Services. This program • Demonstrate knowledge of the has limited enrollment with students • BRW 130 - Business of Craft Brew microbiology and biochemistry meeting the admission requirements (4) concepts of fermentation pertaining admitted on a first-come, first-served • BRW 135 - Tradition and Innovation to the brewing of beer and distilled basis. in Beer Styles (2) spirits.

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• BRW 198 - Brewery Capstone transfer degree to Central Washington • Develop an understanding of the Project (1) University’s Bachelor of Arts degree court system in the United States in • BRW 199 - Brewery Internship (5) in Information Technology and Ad- terms of constitutional issues and ministrative Management, and to the historical precedents. Total Hours: 12 Evergreen State College’s Bachelor of • Identify and understand Arts Law and Public Policy degree. correctional practices in the United All BRW Courses Also, in collaboration with the Pierce States in relation to philosophies of • BRW 101 - Culture of Craft Brewing College Center of Excellence- Home- punishment, sentencing practices, • BRW 103 - Beverage Biochemistry land Security department, the SVC victim’s rights, and institutional • BRW 105 - Raw Materials Criminal Justice department co-spon- limitations. sors a Homeland Security Emergency • BRW 107 - Wort Production • Demonstrate knowledge of the Management Associate in Technology purpose, function, and historical • BRW 110 - Brewery Operations degree. This degree gives graduates evolution of the American Criminal • BRW 120 - Essentials of Quality the skills to oversee emergency plan- Justice System in terms of the three Assurance/Quality Control ning and training programs, coordinate major branches of criminal justice: disaster response and recovery efforts, • BRW 125 - Flavor Production and police, courts, and corrections, and and navigate the administrative and Control their relationships, similarities and technical demands of disaster and differences. • BRW 128 - Industry Experience emergency management efforts. The • Utilize knowledge about state, • BRW 130 - Business of Craft Brew curriculum of this degree is applicable federal and sovereign laws that to all emergency service fields, busi- • BRW 135 - Tradition and Innovation impact law enforcement and nesses and Industries, and prepares in Beer Styles corrections in decision making in students to work in any all-hazards the United States. • BRW 160 - Brewery Lab I emergency environment. • Utilizing critical thinking, • BRW 161 - Brewery Lab II Today, most law enforcement and information and technical literacy, • BRW 198 - Brewery Capstone criminal justice agencies require a min- and effective communications, Project imum educational requirement of an discuss and demonstrate basic Associate Degree as a prerequisite for • BRW 199 - Brewery Internship procedures related to the fields of employment. Although this program law enforcement and corrections, does not guarantee acceptance into a CRIMINAL JUSTICE including investigative techniques, specific law enforcement position or AREA OF STUDY: PUBLIC SERVICE & SOCIAL patrol procedures, interactive criminal justice agency, it does pre- SCIENCE community policing and courtroom pare a student to take a police agency testimony. Program Description entrance examination or engage in a similar entry-level process. • Discuss ethics and professional The Criminal Justice (CJ) program is conduct as related to law designed to provide entry-level skills Program Learning Outcomes enforcement and corrections, and education for students who desire including ethical dilemmas and to pursue a career in one of the many Graduates of the Criminal Justice paradoxes faced by criminal justice areas of the Criminal Justice field. program will be able to: professionals. Graduates from the program have the • Complete a job application, resume • Meet Social Science, Humanities, option of continuing their education or and prepare for civil service testing Written Communication, and applying for the various criminal justice procedures in local, state and Quantitative Reasoning distribution career opportunities that exist. Typical federal criminal justice professions. area outcomes. entry-level positions for which a pro- • Communicate effectively in writing gram graduate might qualify include Entry into the Program police officer, deputy sheriff, state in order to document the actions of trooper, corrections officer, juvenile criminals, investigators, corrections Please apply at Enrollment Services. probations officer, communications of- officers and probation officers Students may enter the program at ficer/dispatcher, fingerprint technician, and meet the requirements of the the beginning of any quarter, and private investigator, claims investiga- American court system. advanced standing may be requested. tor, commissioned park ranger, loss • Using critical thinking skills For more information, contact the De- prevention officer, or private security to understand and analyze partment Chair or Enrollment Services. officer. The program’s courses focus verbal, non-verbal and cultural on the criminal justice system, law en- communications, effectively Associate in Applied Science forcement, legal studies, investigative communicate with the public and Degree, AAS respond to various problems many techniques, patrol procedures, security The Associate in Applied Science of which may not be criminal in and corrections. Most classes are open Degree, AAS is awarded upon com- nature, and some of which may be to majors and non-majors as long as pletion of a minimum of 90 credits of adversarial. the curricular prerequisites have been specified technical and related educa- met. Graduates from the program have • Develop an understanding of the tion coursework above 100-level with the option of continuing their educa- basic precepts of criminal law as it both an overall 2.0 grade point average tion by applying their AAS degree as a applies in the state of Washington.

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and a 2.0 grade point average in the for a broad array of career options in Note: technical major. areas of emergency planning, disas- * Indicates required for HSEM Certif- ter training, response and recovery icate along with course HSEM 110 at Associate in Applied Science efforts, incident management, and , 26 credits. Students Degree (AAS) - Criminal working in any all-hazards emergency must earn a minimum of a 2.0 in each environment. Careful consideration HSEM course to obtain this degree. Justice is given to help students understand socioeconomic and cultural diversity Associate in Arts Direct Transfer The Criminal Justice - Criminal Jus- Issues, preparing them to succeed in Agreement, AA-DTA tice Emphasis, AAS is awarded upon all situations and settings. completion of a minimum of 90 credits Students pursuing a bachelor’s degree of specified technical and related Required Courses that can be taken at from an accredited university may education coursework above-100 level Skagit Valley College choose the Criminal Justice program with a 2.0 grade point average in both as their major area of emphasis. The Criminal Justice Studies and overall 1. Communications (10 credits) Department Chair or counseling office technical degree coursework. Areas of • ENGL& 101 - English Composition can offer students assistance in choos- emphasis are suggested allowing the I (5) ing those courses most appropriate student flexibility in choosing a career for pursuit of their desired degree. • ENGL& 235 - Technical Writing (5) tract meeting their academic interests, Acceptance of credits depends on the career goals, and/or individual needs. 2. Quantitative/Symbolic Reasoning college a student plans to attend. See Skills (5 credits) the AA-DTA here. Associate in Applied Science • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats In-Service Training Credit Degree (AAS) - Parks Service (5) Students actively working with a and Protection 3. Social Sciences (10 credits) criminal justice agency may receive The Criminal Justice - Parks Service Select two: credit for selected courses as a re- and Protection Emphasis, AAS is • HIST& 158 (5) sult of accredited in-service training successfully completed as recognized awarded upon completion of a mini- • POLS& 101 - Intro Political Science by the Washington State Criminal mum of 90 credits of specified techni- (5) cal and related education coursework Justice Training Commission or other • PSYC& 100 - General Psychology (5) above 100-level with a 2.0 grade documented criminal justice agency point average in both Criminal Justice 4. Humanities (5 credits) training, coupled with work experi- ence. Evaluation of such training shall Studies and overall technical degree • CMST& 101 (Pierce College only) (5) coursework. This degree prepares stu- be assessed by the Criminal Justice OR dents for careers in visitor services, fa- Department Chair. cilities maintenance and repair, and re- • CMST& 102 - Intro to Mass Media Credits for successful completion of an sources protection. This area provides (5) approved Law Enforcement or Cor- an academic and skills background OR rections Academy, including a Police that facilitates entry into the parks • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) Reserve Academy, may be awarded, and recreation/tourism industry, and but do not apply toward completion encourages growth and advancement 5. Natural Sciences (10 credits) requirements for the AA-DTA or AAS in in the disciplines of parks, recreation Select two: Criminal Justice. Students who apply and wildlife enforcement. to Police Reserve Academy for Skagit • ATMOS 101 (Pierce College only) Valley College credit must provide Associate in Applied Science • ENVS& 100 appropriate documentation of having • ENVS 150 or ENVC 225 previously completed the prescribed Degree, AAS - Homeland • GEOG 220 training program as specified by the Security Emergency Washington State Legislature, or to • GEOL& 110 Management have current sponsorship by a law enforcement agency and have passed Required Courses that must be taken a background investigation and indus- The Criminal Justice - Homeland at Pierce College Security Emergency Management try-suited psychological examination as Emphasis, AAS (HSEM) is offered • *HSEM 102, *HSEM 120, required by state law. To be awarded in collaboration with the Pierce Col- *HSEM 130, *HSEM 157, credit, a student must enroll in CJ 236 lege Center of Excellence-Homeland *HSEM 160, *HSEM 180; HSEM: and CJ 237. Security Emergency Management. This 200, 210, 220, 230, 240, 250; degree is awarded upon completion *OSH 190. Program Certificates of a minimum of 90 credits of speci- • Electives (15 credits): *HSEM 110, The Park Ranger Law Enforcement fied technical and related education HSEM 190; CJ&: 112, 120, 140, Academy Certificate is awarded to coursework above 100-level with a 2.0 150, 226, OSH 100, 110, 240. students who complete the courses grade point average in both HSEM listed with an accumulated grade point and overall technical degree course- average of 2.0 and achieve technical work. This degree prepares students competency.

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Micro-Certificates SPRING PE 139, PE 144, PE 145, PE 148, PE 160, PE 162, or PE 164. These certificates focus on a specific • CJ& 110 - Criminal Law (3) † Students who do not receive an ap- skill within this program. A certificate • ICJ 170 - Criminal Justice Report propriate test score will require addi- is awarded to students who Writing (3) tional coursework to develop necessary • CJ 199 - Cooperative Education skills for entry into class. Degree Map | AAS Experience (1-15) ∆ Electives approved by the Depart- Criminal Justice - • CJ 204 - Constitutional Law Issues ment Chair for the CJ AAS degree Criminal Justice Emphasis in Law Enforcement (5) include: BUS& 201; CHEM& 121, CHEM& 131 ; ECED 101; ENVS& 101; • † PE 101 - Conditioning (1) FIRE 242; GIS 101, GIS 102, GIS 105, Schedule may be adjusted to accom- GIS 106; HSERV 101, HSERV 141, modate course offerings each quarter. • ∆ Elective (3) HSERV 145, HSERV 221; JOUR 101; Classes are suggested and with the Total Hours: 16+ AHE 103; OBT 105, OBT 118, OBT approval of the Department Chair, ap- 122, OBT 126, OBT 132, OBT 134; propriate substitutions may be made. Second Year POLS 200, POLS& 202, POLS 204; Courses In this schedule are recom- FALL SOSC 132; ASL& 121; CHIN& 121; mended for this degree. Includes re- FRCH& 121; JAPN& 121; SPAN& 121. quired AAS courses. Student schedule • CJ& 106 - Juvenile Justice (5) ‡ or FIRE 242 or “hands on” training may vary based on entry point, credit and only American Heart Association load, and prerequisites. Consult with • CJ& 112 - Criminology (5) Healthcare provider cards accepted. department chair or SVC counselor for • CJ 215 - Investigation Principles (5) scheduling options and appropriate ∞ or SOSC 125. • CJ 213 - Domestic Violence/Sexual substitutions. Many course substitu- Assault/Child Crimes (3) tions are available. Degree Map | AAS Total Hours: 18 First Year Criminal Justice - Parks WINTER FALL Service and Protection • CJ 113 - Criminal Justice Emphasis • CJ& 101 - Intro Criminal Justice (3) Employment Strategies (2) • CJ 104 - Professional Development Schedule may be adjusted to accom- • ∞ CJ 125 - Public Safety Employer/ in Criminal Justice (2) modate course offerings each quarter. Employee Relations (2) Classes are suggested and with the • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience • CJ 218 - Highway Safety/Collision approval of the Department Chair, ap- (2) Investigation (4) propriate substitutions may be made. • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I • CJ 235 - Community Crisis Issues (5) (3) First Year * PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) FALL • PSYC& 100 - General Psychology (5) • ∆ Electives (3) • CJ 104 - Professional Development Total Hours: 18 Total Hours: 19 in Criminal Justice (2) WINTER • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience SPRING (2) • CJ 111 - Criminal Justice • CJ& 105 - Intro to Corrections (3) • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I Procedures (3) (5) • CJ 115 - Police/Community • CJ 114 - Policing in America (3) Relations (3) • HIST& 214 - Pacific NW History (5) • † PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and • CJ 224 - Contemporary Issues in * PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) CPR (2) Criminal Justice (3) • PSYC& 100 - General Psychology (5) • SOC& 101 - Intro to Sociology: D (5) • CJ 225 - Criminal Justice Internship Total Hours: 20 • † WMATH 100 - Professional (5) Technical Applied Math (5) • ∆ Electives (3) WINTER OR Total Hours: 17 • ENVC 130 - Environmental • BUS 111 - Business Math (5) Interpretation (5) OR Notes: • FIRE 126 - Wildland Firefighting (3) • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) * or any of the following: PE 102, PE • SOC& 101 - Intro to Sociology: D (5) Total Hours: 18 105, PE 106, PE 110, PE 111, PE 112, PE 113, PE 115, PE 117, PE 125, PE 129, PE 133, PE 135, PE 136, PE 138,

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• † WMATH 100 - Professional OR Criminal Justice - Private and Technical Applied Math (5) • CJ 199 - Cooperative Education Commercial Security Micro- Total Hours: 18 Experience (1-15) Certificate • CJ 225 - Criminal Justice Internship SPRING (5) 16 credits • CJ 133 - Facilities Maintenance • NASC 100 - Introduction to Physical A certificate is awarded to students Fundamentals (5) Science (5) who complete the following courses with a 2.0 grade point average or • CJ 170 - Criminal Justice Report • ~ Elective(s) (6) above in each course and achieve tech- Writing (3) Total Hours: 12 or 17 nical competency. • CJ 199 - Cooperative Education Required Courses Experience (1-15) Notes: • ~ Elective (3) • CJ 104 - Professional Development * or any of the following: PE 102, PE in Criminal Justice (2) * PE 101 - Conditioning (1) 105, PE 106, PE 110, PE 111, PE 112, • CJ& 110 - Criminal Law (3) • ∆ PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and PE 113, PE 115, PE 117, PE 125, PE • CJ 111 - Criminal Justice CPR (2) 129, PE 133, PE 135, PE 136, PE 138, PE 139, PE 144, PE 145, PE 148, PE Procedures (3) Total Hours: 15 160, PE 162 or PE 164. • CJ 170 - Criminal Justice Report † Students who do not receive an ap- Writing (3) Second Year propriate test score will require addi- • CJ 204 - Constitutional Law Issues FALL tional coursework to develop necessary in Law Enforcement (5) skills for entry into class. • CJ 220 - Physical Security and • CJ 265 - Parks Management (5) ~ Electives approved by the Depart- Crime Prevention (2) • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) ment Chair for the Park Services and Protection AAS degree include ART Total Hours: 18 • ~ CJ Electives (6) 181; ASL& 121; ASTR& 100; AT 100; Total Hours: 16 CJ& 110; EASC 102, ENVC 123, ENVC Criminal Justice - Public 130, ENVC 133, ENVC 202, ENVC WINTER 231, ENVC 232; ENVS& 101; FIRE Safety Communications 140, FIRE 162, FIRE 242; GEOL& 101, Micro-Certificate • CJ 241 - Park Ranger Law GEOL& 110, GEOL& 208; GIS 101, Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) GIS 102, GIS 105, GIS 106; NASC 7 credits Module 1 (6) 100, NASC 160, NASC 161; OBT 099, A certificate is awarded to students • CJ 242 - Park Ranger Law OBT 105; POLS 204; PSYC& 220; who complete the following courses Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) SPAN& 121; WT 131 and WT 231. with a 2.0 grade point average or Module 2 (6) ∆ or FIRE 242 or “hands on” training above in each course and achieve tech- nical competency. • CJ 243 - Park Ranger Law and only American Heart Association Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) Healthcare provider cards accepted. Required Courses Module 3 (6) Certificates • CJ 104 - Professional Development OR Basic Law Enforcement in Criminal Justice (2) • ~ CJ Elective (3) Reserve Academy Micro- • CJ 145 - Emergency • ‡ CJ 113 - Criminal Justice Communications Dispatcher (5) Certificate Employment Strategies (2) Total Hours: 7 • @ CJ 125 - Public Safety Employer/ 14 credits Employee Relations (2) These certificates focus on a specific Homeland Security • Criminal Justice majors.GEOL& 208 skill within this program. A certificate Emergency Management - Geology of Pacific NW (5) is awarded to students who complete Certificate • ~ Elective(s) (5) the following with a 2.0 grade point average or above: Total Hours: 17+ 26 credits Required Courses This certificate begins preparing stu- SPRING • CJ 236 - Police Reserve Academy dents for an array of career options in I (7) areas of emergency planning, disas- • CJ 244 - Park Ranger Law ter training, response and recovery • CJ 237 - Police Reserve Academy Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) efforts, incident management, and II (7) Module 4 (6) working in an all-hazards emergency • CJ 245 - Park Ranger Law Total Hours: 14 environment. Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) Module 5 (6)

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Required courses to be taken at Park Ranger Law • CJ 244 - Park Ranger Law Pierce College: HSEM 102, 110, 120, Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) 130, 157, 160, 180, and OSH 190. Enforcement Academy Module 4 (6) A certificate is awarded to students Certificate • CJ 245 - Park Ranger Law who complete the following courses Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) The Park Ranger Law Enforcement with a 2.0 grade point average or Module 5 (6) Academy only enrolls students in the above in each course and achieve tech- Summer and Winter quarter. Please • FIRE 140 - Emergency Medical nical competency. apply at Enrollment Services. A cer- Responder (5) tificate is awarded to students who Total Hours: 35 Investigative Techniques complete the following courses with Micro-Certificate a 2.0 grade point average or above PRLEA/FIRE CERTIFICATE COURSES in each course and achieve technical • CJ 241 - Park Ranger Law CJ 241 17 credits competency. - Park Ranger Law Enforcement These certificates focus on a specific Academy (PRLEA) Module 1 (6) skill within this program. A certificate Certificate Information • CJ 242 - Park Ranger Law is awarded to students who complete The Park Ranger Law Enforcement Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) the following with a 2.0 grade point Academy (CJ 241, CJ 242, CJ 243, CJ Module 2 (6) average or above: 244, and CJ 245) meets the entry re- quirements for work as a Law Enforce- • CJ 243 - Park Ranger Law Required Courses ment Park Ranger within the National, Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) • CJ& 101 - Intro Criminal Justice (3) State, County and local park systems. Module 3 (6) • CJ 104 - Professional Development This 720 hour-long academy is nation- • CJ 244 - Park Ranger Law in Criminal Justice (2) ally accredited and approved by the Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) National Park Service and the Feder- Module 4 (6) • CJ 170 - Criminal Justice Report al Law Enforcement Training Center Writing (3) • CJ 245 - Park Ranger Law (FLETC) to provide Level II law enforce- Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) • CJ 215 - Investigation Principles (5) ment commissioning. For further infor- Module 5 (6) • CJ 218 - Highway Safety/Collision mation contact the Director of SVC’s • FIRE 126 - Wildland Firefighting (3) Investigation (4) Law Enforcement Academies. Total Hours: 33 Total Hours: 17 PRLEA CERTIFICATE COURSES • CJ 241 - Park Ranger Law All CJ Courses Legal Principles in Policing Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) • CJ 104 - Professional Development Micro-Certificate Module 1 (6) in Criminal Justice • CJ 242 - Park Ranger Law • CJ 107 - Defensive Tactics 16 credits Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) Module 2 (6) • CJ 111 - Criminal Justice A certificate is awarded to students Procedures who complete the following courses • CJ 243 - Park Ranger Law • CJ 113 - Criminal Justice with a 2.0 grade point average or Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) Employment Strategies above in each course and achieve tech- Module 3 (6) nical competency. • CJ 244 - Park Ranger Law • CJ 114 - Policing in America • CJ 115 - Police/Community Required Courses Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) Module 4 (6) Relations • CJ 104 - Professional Development • CJ 245 - Park Ranger Law • CJ 125 - Public Safety Employer/ in Criminal Justice (2) Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) Employee Relations • CJ& 110 - Criminal Law (3) Module 5 (6) • CJ 133 - Facilities Maintenance • CJ 111 - Criminal Justice Total Hours: 30 Fundamentals Procedures (3) • CJ 145 - Emergency • CJ 204 - Constitutional Law Issues PRLEA/EMT CERTIFICATE COURSES Communications Dispatcher in Law Enforcement (5) • CJ 241 - Park Ranger Law • CJ 148 - Emergency Response to • CJ 208 - Rules of Evidence (3) Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) Terrorism Module 1 (6) Total Hours: 16 • CJ 163 - Spanish for Emergency • CJ 242 - Park Ranger Law Services Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) • CJ 170 - Criminal Justice Report Module 2 (6) Writing • CJ 243 - Park Ranger Law • CJ 199 - Cooperative Education Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) Experience Module 3 (6) • CJ 204 - Constitutional Law Issues in Law Enforcement

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• CJ 208 - Rules of Evidence trends and international flavor princi- as a Certified Culinarian or Certified • CJ 213 - Domestic Violence/Sexual ples in a working environment sensitive Pastry Culinarian. Assault/Child Crimes to cultural diversity. • Explain and apply safety • CJ 215 - Investigation Principles First-year courses build a foundation of and sanitation procedures in basic culinary skills with many oppor- compliance with national standards. • CJ 218 - Highway Safety/Collision tunities for hands on learning. Second Investigation • Demonstrate and assess year courses offer students choices fundamental techniques, knife • CJ 219 - Principles of Emergency in Advanced Culinary or Baking and skills, sustainable practices and Planning and Management Pastry. coking procedures. • CJ 220 - Physical Security and The Skagit Valley College Culinary Arts • Identify and demonstrate Crime Prevention program is accredited by the American fundamental baking techniques, • CJ 224 - Contemporary Issues in Culinary Federation (ACF). Through in- weights, measurements and Criminal Justice volvement with the American Culinary standard recipe execution. Federation, graduating students are • CJ 225 - Criminal Justice Internship • Identify the role of leadership. able to earn a certification credential Demonstrate effective • CJ 229 - Basic Police Academy recognized nationwide. • CJ 235 - Community Crisis Issues communication skills. Identify Whether you want to bolster your the steps necessary to overcome • CJ 236 - Police Reserve Academy I culinary knowledge, advance in your conflict. current food service career, become • CJ 237 - Police Reserve Academy II • Demonstrate skills and assessment an entrepreneur, or begin your career • CJ 241 - Park Ranger Law of advance yeast breads, pastries, path in Culinary Arts, the Skagit Valley Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) confections and dessert products College Culinary Arts program is the Module 1 one for you! • CJ 242 - Park Ranger Law Entry into the Program Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) Program Learning Outcomes Please apply at Enrollment Services. Module 2 Students may enter the program at the • CJ 243 - Park Ranger Law Graduates of the Culinary Arts beginning of fall or spring quarter. For Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) Culinary emphasis program will be more information, contact the Depart- Module 3 able to: ment Chair or Enrollment Services. Meet skill standards of the American • CJ 244 - Park Ranger Law Work-Based Learning Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) Culinary Federation (ACF) and eligibili- Module 4 ty to obtain certification as a Certified Students will integrate classroom Culinarian or Certified Pastry Culinar- • CJ 245 - Park Ranger Law learning with work-based learning ian. Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) experience in Cooperative Education Module 5 • Explain and apply safety (CUL 199) at a supervised work site. and sanitation procedures in Department Chair approval is required. • CJ 265 - Parks Management compliance with national standards. Credits and grades are based on job- • CJ& 101 - Intro Criminal Justice • Demonstrate and asses hours worked, work performance and • CJ& 105 - Intro to Corrections fundamental cooking techniques, completion of the learning objectives specified in the learning contract. • CJ& 106 - Juvenile Justice knife skills, sustainable practices and coking procedures. Concurrent enrollment in a Coopera- • CJ& 110 - Criminal Law tive Education Seminar or equivalent is • CJ& 112 - Criminology • Identify and demonstrate required. fundamental baking techniques, weights, measurements and Associate in Applied Science CULINARY ARTS standard recipe execution. AREA OF STUDY: FOOD & BEVERAGE Degree MANAGEMENT • Identify the role of leadership. Demonstrate effective An Associate in Applied Science Program Description communication skills. Identify Degree, AAS is awarded upon com- the steps necessary to overcome pletion of a minimum of 90 credits of Skagit Valley College is uniquely locat- conflict. specified technical and related educa- ed in one of the world’s most diverse tion coursework above 100-level with farming/growing regions. Working with • Demonstrate and Identify dining both an overall 2.0 grade point average “Fresh and Local” ingredients are an room service procedures. List and a 2.0 grade point average in the integral part of the culinary experience exotic ingredients and cooking technical major. and position students on the cutting techniques. Micro-Certificates edge of this national trend. Graduates of the Culinary Arts Flexible teaching techniques are Baking & Pastry emphasis will be These certificates focus on a specific designed to meet the needs of diverse able to: skill within this program. A certificate learning styles. Emphasis is placed on • Meet skill standards of the is awarded to those students who com- the necessity for the modern culinary American Culinary Federation (ACF) plete a one-quarter block of classes professional to understand global food and eligibility to obtain certification

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plus CUL 123 - Safety & Sanitation Second Year with a minimum 2.0 grade in each (ServSafe). course. 4TH QUARTER Programs Includes required AAS courses. Stu- • CUL 210 - Human Resources dent schedule may vary based on entry Management and Supervision (3) point, credit load, and prerequisites. Degree Map | AAS Consult with department chair or SVC • CUL 239 - Chocolate, Sugar & counselor for scheduling options. Culinary Arts (Baking Fondant Cakes (3) & Pastry Emphasis) • CUL 240 - Bakery Sous Chef Lab First Year (10) An AAS degree in Culinary Arts (Bak- 1ST QUARTER Total Hours: 16 ing & Pastry Emphasis) is awarded to • CUL 123 - Safety & Sanitation (3) students who complete the following 5TH QUARTER courses with a minimum 2.0 grade in • CUL 164 - Baking Theory (3) each course. • CUL 236 - Controlling Foodservice • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience Includes required AAS courses. Stu- Costs (3) (2) dent schedule may vary based on entry • CUL 237 - Beer, Wine and Spirits (3) Total Hours: 18 point, credit load, and prerequisites. • CUL 242 - Advanced Breads and Consult with department chair or SVC 2ND QUARTER counselor for scheduling options. Pastry (10) • CUL 264 - Advanced Breads & • CUL 111 - Culinary Math (5) First Year Pastry Theory (3) • CUL 170 - Introduction to Culinary 1ST QUARTER • CUL 298 - Culinary Capstone Arts (1) Project (1) • CUL 171 - Cooking Fundamentals • CUL 123 - Safety & Sanitation (3) Total Hours: 20 (3) • CUL 164 - Baking Theory (3) • CUL 172 - Stocks, Sauces, and • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience 6TH QUARTER Soups (3) (2) • ‡ CUL 199 - Cooperative Education • CUL 173 - The Cold Kitchen (3) Total Hours: 18 Experience (1-5) • CUL 174 - Food Preparation Theory (3) 2ND QUARTER • CUL 297 - Baking and Pastry Capstone Project (1) Total Hours: 18 • † CUL 111 - Culinary Math (5) • NUTR& 101 - Nutrition (5) • CUL 170 - Introduction to Culinary • √ PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and 3RD QUARTER Arts (1) CPR (2)Total Hours: 13 • CUL 101 - Sustainable Food System • CUL 171 - Cooking Fundamentals Note: Practices (3) (3) † Students who do not receive an • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal • CUL 172 - Stocks, Sauces, and appropriate test score will require Communication: D (5) Soups (3) additional coursework to develop • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I necessary skills for entry into class. • CUL 173 - The Cold Kitchen (3) (5) (MATH 096 or higher is required for • CUL 174 - Food Preparation Theory the one-year certificate). (CUL 111 • OBT 162 - Microsoft Office Basics (3) fulfills the WMATH 100 requirement for (3) Total Hours: 18 Culinary Arts). • √ PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and ‡ CUL 199 may be taken at any time CPR (2) 3RD QUARTER during the two-year program with De- Total Hours: 18 partment Chair approval. • CUL 101 - Sustainable Food System √ or a valid CPR/First Aid certification Practices (3) Second Year from an approved provider. • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal 4TH QUARTER Communication: D (5) Degree Map | AAS • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I • CUL 184 - Restaurant Production (5) Culinary Arts Theory (3) • OBT 162 - Microsoft Office Basics (3) (Culinary Emphasis) • CUL 185 - American Regional Cuisines (10) Total Hours: 16 An AAS degree in Culinary Arts (Culi- • CUL 210 - Human Resources nary Emphasis) is awarded to students Management and Supervision (3) who complete the following courses Total Hours: 19

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5TH QUARTER Certified Culinarian Additional Required Courses • CUL 236 - Controlling Foodservice Certificate • CUL 101 - Sustainable Food System Costs (3) Practices (3) There are three paths that a student • CUL 237 - Beer, Wine and Spirits (3) • CUL 111 - Culinary Math (5) can take to achieve a certification or MATH 096 - Pre-Algebra (5) Introduction to history and produc- through the American Culinary Feder- or WMATH 100 - Professional tion of alcoholic beverages. Introduc- ation: Technical Applied Math (5) tion to sensory analysis of wine and • Students completing the Culinary: food and wine paring. • CUL 123 - Safety & Sanitation (3) Professional Cooking Certificate • CUL 241 - International Cuisines (10) plus CUL 210, NUTR& 101, and • CUL 199 - Cooperative Education Experience (1-5) (1 credit) • CUL 284 - Restaurant Management 150 hours of CUL 199, are entitled (3) to certification as a Certified • CUL 237 - Beer, Wine and Spirits Culinarian by the American Culinary (3) Total Hours: 19 Federation. • ENGL 099 - Basic Composition (5) or ENGL& 101 - English 6TH QUARTER • The graduates of a Culinary Arts Associate of Applied Science Composition I (5) • ‡ CUL 199 - Cooperative Education Degree are entitled to certification • PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and CPR Experience (1-5) as Certified Culinarian. (2) • CUL 238 - Garde Manger (3) • The graduates of a Culinary Arts OR Associate of Applied Science • PE 205 - Basic First Aid (1) • CUL 298 - Culinary Capstone Degree in Baking & Pastry are Project (1) entitled to certification as Certified All CUL Courses • NUTR& 101 - Nutrition (5) Pastry Culinarian by the American • CUL 101 - Sustainable Food System Culinary Federation. Total Hours: 14 Practices • CUL 111 - Culinary Math Note: Degree Map | Certificate • CUL 123 - Safety & Sanitation † Students who do not receive an appropriate test score will require Culinary: Professional • CUL 164 - Baking Theory additional coursework to develop Cooking • CUL 165 - Baking Lab necessary skills for entry into class. • CUL 170 - Introduction to Culinary (MATH 096 or higher is required for 40 credits Arts the one-year certificate). (CUL 111 A certificate is awarded to students • CUL 171 - Cooking Fundamentals fulfills the WMATH 100 requirement for who complete the following courses Culinary Arts). with a minimum 2.0 grade point aver- • CUL 172 - Stocks, Sauces, and Soups ‡ CUL 199 may be taken at any time age in each disciplinary (CUL) course. during the two-year program with De- A Certificate in Professional Cooking • CUL 173 - The Cold Kitchen partment Chair approval. is awarded to those who complete a • CUL 174 - Food Preparation Theory √ or a valid CPR/First Aid certification three-quarter sequence of 3 modules: • CUL 184 - Restaurant Production from an approved provider 1ST QUARTER Theory • CUL 185 - American Regional Basic Bakery Competency • CUL 164 - Baking Theory Cuisines Micro-Certificate • CUL 165 - Baking Lab • CUL 199 - Cooperative Education Experience 16 credits 2ND QUARTER • CUL 210 - Human Resources A certificate is awarded to students • CUL 170 - Introduction to Culinary Management and Supervision who complete the following courses Arts • CUL 236 - Controlling Foodservice with a minimum 2.0 grade point aver- Costs age in each disciplinary (CUL) course • CUL 171 - Cooking Fundamentals for both degrees and certificates. • CUL 172 - Stocks, Sauces, and • CUL 237 - Beer, Wine and Spirits Soups • CUL 238 - Garde Manger Required Courses • CUL 173 - The Cold Kitchen • CUL 239 - Chocolate, Sugar & • CUL 123 - Safety & Sanitation (3) • CUL 174 - Food Preparation Theory Fondant Cakes • CUL 164 - Baking Theory (3) • CUL 240 - Bakery Sous Chef Lab 3RD QUARTER • CUL 165 - Baking Lab (10) • CUL 241 - International Cuisines Total Hours: 16 • CUL 184 - Restaurant Production • CUL 242 - Advanced Breads and Theory Pastry • CUL 185 - American Regional • CUL 264 - Advanced Breads & Cuisines Pastry Theory

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• CUL 284 - Restaurant Management the-job training necessary to move into isolation, and preparing dental • CUL 297 - Baking and Pastry a Dental Assistant position. materials. Capstone Project Students who transfer to BTC and • Practice four-handed chair-side • CUL 298 - Culinary Capstone complete the full Dental Assistant dentistry on general chair-side Project Certificate program are prepared to be procedures. a key member of the dental team and • Perform basic dental front office assist the operator chair-side during skills. DENTAL diagnostic, preventative and operative • Demonstrate critical thinking, AREA OF STUDY: HEALTH SCIENCES dental procedures, including expos- teamwork, problem solving, ing x-rays, placing sealants, Program Description communication, and positive work teeth, preparing dental materials, and ethics as they directly relate to the The Dental Assisting Bridge (DEN) placing temporary restorations. Most dental assistant profession. Program is a collaborative educational Dental Assistants are employed by program being offered through a part- private dental offices, but may also be • Prepare for continuing advanced nership between Skagit Valley College employed by orthodontists, periodon- education to complete a Dental (SVC), Bellingham Technical College tists, hospitals, dental schools, state Assisting Certificate or AAS Degree (BTC), and the Northwest Career and and local public health departments, program. Technical Academy (NCTA) - located on federal agencies (including the mili- • Prepare to obtain an entry-level the SVC campus. The program oper- tary), or in clinics. position in their field of study. ates a full-functioning dental clinic, The primary goal of the collaborative staffed with dental professionals, pro- Dental Assisting Bridge Program is to Entry into the Program viding students with real-world, hands- provide SVC students an opportunity Please apply at Enrollment Services. on clinical experiences. BTC provides to complete all of the required prereq- Students may enter the Dental Assis- the Dental Assisting technical core uisite and academic courses needed to tant program at the beginning of Fall curriculum, and accepts the identified successfully transfer to BTC’s accred- quarter. For more information, contact dental course equivalencies for trans- ited Dental Assisting program where the Department Chair or Enrollment fer. BTC’s Dental Assisting certificate they can complete the certificate or Services. and degree program is accredited by the two-year degree option. Qualified the Commission on Dental Accredita- students who complete the full year Program Certificates tion (CODA). The accreditation allows Bridge Program may be eligible to earn A certificate is awarded to those students, upon graduation from BTC’s up to 40.5 college credits that can be students who complete courses with program, to take the Dental Assistant applied towards completion of BTC’s a minimum C grade or above in each National Board (DANB) Certification 85.5 credit Dental Assisting Certifi- course. Examination to become a certified cate, or 90.5 credit AAS degree. Taking Dental Assistant. these courses on the SVC campus will This is a three-quarter program save students time and money to- Degree Map | Certificate designed to provide entry-level skills wards completion of a Dental Assisting Dental Assisting Bridge and education to co-enrolled high degree or certificate. These courses school juniors, seniors and college may also transfer to other college’s 50 credits students interested in a future career dental-related programs. Students are as a dental professional. The program advised to consult with a counselor/ A certificate is awarded to those helps prepare students for entry-level advisor about transfer of credit. See students who complete courses with employment or transfer to continuing the DENTAL program page on the SVC a minimum C grade or above in each education and completion of a Den- website for more detailed information course. tal Assistant Certificate or degree at about eligibility requirements and pro- Fall quarter start only. Courses must the college level. This is a full-year cess for transferring credits to BTC. be taken in sequence. Consult with program (Sept.-June) with courses department chair or SVC counselor. scheduled sequentially. Classes are Program Learning Outcomes FALL QUARTER block-scheduled for 2.5 hours per day Graduates of the Dental Assisting Monday-Friday. Students can choose • DEN 100 - Introduction to Dental program will be able to: either the 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 section Assisting (1) or the 11:25 to 1:55 p.m. section. Demonstrate academic, technical & professional skills that effectively • DEN 105 - Head and Neck Anatomy The Dental Assisting Bridge curriculum (2) is designed to provide students with contribute to the dental healthcare a technical core of entry-level courses team. • DEN 114 - Dental Sciences (4) required in many college-level Dental • Demonstrate cognitive retention • ^ HE 102 - Basic Medical Assisting programs. At completion of of dental terminology, theory and Terminology (5) this program, students may choose to science. • † ENGL& 101 - English Composition continue their Dental Assisting educa- • Perform expanded functions such I (5) tion or seek entry-level employment, as sealant placement, coronal such as Sterilization Assistant, Dental polish, fluoride application, oral Total Hours: 17 Receptionist, or employer provided on- hygiene instruction, rubber dam

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2ND QUARTER 2ND QUARTER WINTER Electronic diagnostics are emphasized throughout the course, not only with • DEN 110 - Dental Foundations (5) • DEN 110 - Dental Foundations (5) engines but also components such as • ∞ AHE 106 - Anatomy & Physiology • AHE 200 - First Aid and Emergency transmissions and ABS brakes. A mod- (6) Procedures (3) ern computer lab will also help prepare students to retrieve repair information • AHE 200 - First Aid and Emergency Total Hours: 8 electronically, a skill which is becoming Procedures (3) mandatory in today’s workforce. 3RD QUARTER SPRING • † MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) Students will be required to provide OR • AHE 128 - Introduction to Dental their own basic set of hand tools • WMATH 100 Clinic (2) during their first quarter of the pro- • DEN 112 - Chairside Assisting I (7) gram and keep them at the diesel shop Total Hours: 19 for the duration of their training. Total Hours: 9 3RD QUARTER Program Learning Outcomes All DEN Courses • DEN 112 - Chairside Assisting I (7) Graduates of the Diesel Power • DEN 100 - Introduction to Dental • AHE 128 - Introduction to Dental Assisting Technology program will be able to: Clinic (2) • DEN 105 - Head and Neck Anatomy • Demonstrate the skills and • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal knowledge required for successful • DEN 110 - Dental Foundations Communication: D (5) entry-level employment in the diesel OR • DEN 112 - Chairside Assisting I power industry. • DEN 114 - Dental Sciences • Understand and apply safe • PSYC& 100 working practices in the lab/shop Total Hours: 19 DIESEL POWER environment including proper handling and disposal of hazardous Note: TECHNOLOGY materials typically found in a shop ^ AHE 102 may be taken summer AREA OF STUDY: INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY environment. quarter prior to starting the Dental & TRANSPORTATION • Apply fundamentals of diesel program. Program Description service training, including the ∞ AHE 106 may be taken either Winter basics of diagnostics and repair, or Spring quarter; AHE 102 is a prereq- The Diesel Power Technology (DSL) pre-delivery inspection and uisite. program is designed to prepare stu- warranty repair procedures. † Students who do not receive an ap- dents for employment in an exciting • Demonstrate the skills needed propriate test score will require addi- and growing field. Diagnosis and repair to troubleshoot and repair the tional coursework to develop necessary of heavy trucks, industrial and agricul- following mechanical systems: skills for entry into class. tural machinery, transit, marine, and electronics, hydraulics, power generator power sets are but a few of train, engines, brakes, power the career pathways graduates can Degree Map | Certificate transmission, pneumatics, and take upon concluding the program. chassis systems. Dental Foundations This efficient energy source is widely • Demonstrate the ability to used, and provides jobs for those who accurately document work 24 credits enjoy working on heavy-duty equip- performed. A certificate is awarded to students ment and the challenges of trouble- • Perform repair procedures using who complete the following courses shooting and diagnosing the ever-in- proper hand and power tools in a with a 2.0 grade point average or creasing use of electronic controls in safe manner. above in each course.. the diesel industry. Courses must be taken in sequence. Since many of today’s systems are • Operate precision diagnostic and Consult with department chair or SVC electronically controlled, the demand repair equipment. counselor. for trained technicians is greater than • Have the ability to access service ever. Employers want employees who and parts information via all 1ST QUARTER FALL can understand a system and trouble- industry formats including print, shoot a problem logically. The Diesel CD-ROM and the Internet. • DEN 100 - Introduction to Dental Power Technology program provides Assisting (1) • Understand and practice good training to fill that critical void. communication and public • DEN 105 - Head and Neck Anatomy The six-quarter Diesel Power Tech- relations skills with customers and (2) nology program combines classroom colleagues. • DEN 114 - Dental Sciences (4) theory with hands-on experience in • Demonstrate critical thinking, a well-equipped diesel shop, where Total Hours: 7 teamwork, communication, students have the opportunity to work intercultural appreciation, and on modern diesel engines as well as a variety of drive train components.

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technical and information literacy • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I All DSL Courses skills. (5) • DSL 101 - Diesel Electrical Theory Entry into the Program Total Hours: 18 • DSL 102 - Diesel Drivetrains I • DSL 103 - Diesel Drivetrains II Please apply at Enrollment Services. SPRING Students may enter the Diesel Power • DSL 104 - Diesel Drivetrains III Technology program at the beginning • DSL 104 - Diesel Drivetrains III (13) • DSL 199 - Diesel Cooperative of Fall quarter only. For more informa- • † WMATH 100 - Professional Education tion, contact the Department Chair, Technical Applied Math (5) • DSL 201 - Diesel Applied Electrical Enrollment Services, or visit the diesel shop. Total Hours: 18 • DSL 202 - Diesel Engines I • DSL 203 - Diesel Engines II Work-Based Learning Second Year • DSL 204 - Diesel Engines III Students will integrate classroom FALL learning with work-based learning DRAMA experience in Cooperative Education • DSL 201 - Diesel Applied Electrical AREA OF STUDY: ARTS & COMMUNICATION (DSL 199) at a supervised work site. (4) Department Chair approval is required. • DSL 202 - Diesel Engines I (8) Program Description Credits and grades are based on job- hours worked, work performance and • CMST 125 - Professional The Drama Department serves the completion of the learning objectives Communication: D (3) campus community by providing the opportunity to engage in theatre prac- specified in the learning contract. Total Hours: 15 Concurrent enrollment in a Coopera- tice in the classroom, online and on stage. Course work in the department tive Education Seminar or equivalent is WINTER required. includes introduction to the theatre, • DSL 203 - Diesel Engines II (13) acting, theater history and stagecraft. Associate in Applied Science The department actively participates in • PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and CPR Degree Learning Communities, connecting the- (2) atre and performance to coursework The Associate in Applied Science Total Hours: 17 in departments such as English and degree (AAS) is awarded upon com- Communication Studies. The Drama pletion of a minimum of 90 credits of SPRING Department is dedicated to bringing specified technical and related educa- works to the stage that challenge the tion coursework above 100-level with • ‡ DSL 199 - Diesel Cooperative heart and mind of SVC students, fac- both an overall 2.0 grade point average Education (1-15) ulty and our community. Open audi- and a 2.0 grade point average in the • DSL 204 - Diesel Engines III (13) tions for theatrical productions occur technical major. each quarter, inviting students to work • WT 133 - Oxy-Fuel Processes for side-by-side with members of the local Programs Beginners (2) theatre community to practice their Total Hours: 16 theatrical craft, from set construc- Degree Map | AAS tion to make up and acting. Students Notes: are encouraged to participate in the Diesel Power Technology department by attending theatrical † Students who do not receive an ap- performances, which are free for SVC Includes required AAS courses. Stu- propriate test score will require addi- students. dent schedule may vary based on entry tional coursework to develop necessary point, credit load, and prerequisites. skills for entry into class. Related Degree Options Consult with department chair or SVC ~ or prior completion of degree/cer- counselor for scheduling options. Associate of Arts Direct Transfer tificate or one quarter or 15 credits of Agreement, AA-DTA First Year college level course work with a 3.0 GPA or better. FALL ‡ DSL 199 may be taken at any time Degree Map | AA-DTA during the two-year program with • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience Drama Emphasis Department Chair approval. First year (2) students starting Fall quarter should The suggested schedule below in- • DSL 101 - Diesel Electrical Theory (4) enroll in DSL 101 and DSL 102 or DSL cludes required DTA courses with an 202. Second Year students should • DSL 102 - Diesel Drivetrains I (8) emphasis in Drama. Student schedule enroll in DSL 201 and DSL 102 or DSL may vary based on entry point, credit Total Hours: 14 202. No DSL courses are offered more load, and prerequisites. Consult with than one quarter during a two-year department chair or SVC counselor for WINTER period. scheduling options. • DSL 103 - Diesel Drivetrains II (13)

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The two-year suggested schedule * Natural Science (5) preferably in the • DRMA 233 - Introduction to below is provided as only a guide for a Learning Community format. Directing traditional full-time student whose goal SUGGESTED: OCEA& 101. • DRMA 234 - Directing II: Scene is the Associate of Arts Direct Transfer * Social Sciences course (5), Study Agreement, AA-DTA. Frequent course preferably in the Learning • DRMA 235 - Advanced Acting offerings allow for individualized Community format. schedules that will ensure all student • DRMA 236 - Theater History I: SUGGESTED: PSYC& 180. degree objectives are met. Ancient-Renaissance An ampersand (&) designates Common Total Hours: 15 • DRMA 237 - Theater History II: Course Numbering. Renaissance-1850 6TH QUARTER • DRMA 238 - Modern Theater First Year • DRMA 135 - Acting III (5) History 1ST QUARTER * Humanities (5) preferably in • DRMA 299 - Learning into Action Learning Community format. • DRMA& 101 - Intro to Theatre: D • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience SUGGESTED: ART 144. (2) * Social Sciences course (5), EARLY CHILDHOOD • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I preferably in Learning Community (5) format. EDUCATION • NUTR& 101 - Nutrition (5) SUGGESTED: HIST& 128. AREA OF STUDY: EDUCATION • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) Total Hours: 15 Program Description Total Hours: 13 The Early Childhood Education (ECED) * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, program prepares students for po- 2ND QUARTER pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course requirements with an SVC advisor. Students sitions working with young children • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal are responsible for checking specific major and families in a variety of early care Communication: D (5) requirements of baccalaureate institutions. and education settings. Students may pursue an Associate of Applied • DRMA& 101 - Intro to Theatre: D (5) All DRMA Courses Science degree (AAS), an Associate • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) • DRMA 133 - Acting: Voice in Education degree (AEd), a one-year Expression certificate, or multiple program certifi- Total Hours: 15 • DRMA 134 - Acting: Physical cates. Graduates of an Early Childhood Education degree are often employed 3RD QUARTER Expression as lead teachers, family home visitors, • DRMA 135 - Acting III • DRMA 133 - Acting: Voice or administrators in childcare, Head Expression (5) • DRMA 136 - Acting Shakespeare Start, Early Childhood Education and • DRMA 137 - Acting for the Camera Assistance Program (ECEAP), and • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) preschool programs. Courses meet • DRMA 138 - Auditioning Skills • PE 134 - Self-Defense and Martial the criteria addressed in the National Arts (1) • DRMA 139 - Improvisation and Association for the Education of Young Game Theater • PSYC& 100 - General Psychology Children (NAEYC) Standards for Early (5) • DRMA 144 - Writing for Childhood Professional Preparation. Performance The Associate in Education degree is Total Hours: 16 • DRMA 151 - Theater Workshop intended to prepare students for entry • DRMA 152 - Theater Workshop into a teacher certification program Second Year such as Woodring College of Education • DRMA 153 - Theater Workshop at Western Washington University.. 4TH QUARTER • DRMA 154 - Workshop for Actors • DRMA 161 - Basic Stagecraft (5) • DRMA 161 - Basic Stagecraft Program Learning Outcomes • MUSC& 105 - Music Appreciation (5) • DRMA 162 - Stage Design Theory & Graduates of the Early Childhood Practice • PE 149 - Fitness Through Yoga (1) Education program will be able to: • DRMA 163 - Introduction to Stage * Natural Science (5) with a lab, • Promote child development and Lighting preferably in the Learning learning. Community format. • DRMA 164 - Costume Construction • Build family and community SUGGESTED: EASC 102. • DRMA 166 - Introduction to Stage relationships. Costuming Total Hours: 16 • Observe, document, and assess • DRMA 168 - Introduction to Stage to support young children and 5TH QUARTER Management families. • DRMA 230 - Advanced Theatre • DRMA 134 - Acting: Physical Seminar Expression (5)

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• Use developmentally effective Micro-Certificates • † WMATH 100 - Professional approaches to connect with Technical Applied Math (5) children and families. A certificate is awarded to students who complete requirements with a 2.0 Total Hours: 16 • Use content knowledge to build grade point average or above. meaningful curriculum. Second Year Programs Entry into the Program FALL Students may enter the program at the Degree Map | AAS • ECED& 160 - Curriculum beginning of any quarter. For specific Development (5) information, contact Enrollment Ser- Early Childhood Education vices or the Department Chair. • ECED& 180 - Language and Literacy This degree is designed for students According to Washington State law Development (3) who are preparing to enter a career RCW 43.43.830, any person with a • ECED 201 - Art, Music, and field in early childhood education positive criminal history for “crimes Movement for Children (4) and is not intended for transfer to a against persons” is not allowed to work baccalaureate program. The degree in- • EDUC& 150 - Child, Family, and with children. Background checks of cludes the state certificates necessary Community (3) criminal history are required of all for employment; including the Initial students who work with children in any Total Hours: 15 Certificate, Short Certificate, and setting. Participants in this program the One-Year Certificate. This system will be required to complete a portable WINTER provides a career pathway for both new background check with the Depart- students and those currently working • ECED 101 - Child Abuse and Neglect ment of Children Youth and Families as in the field. This degree meets the (2) part of their coursework. requirements of employers, especially All ECED courses require extensive • ECED 211 - Diversity in Education: federal Head Start programs and the D (3) reading and writing. Students should state sponsored preschool program expect to participate in both individual (ECEAP) for early childhood positions • ECED 223 - Practicum & Seminar and group assignments. requiring a two-year ECED degree. (1-4) • EDUC& 203 - Exceptional Child (3) Work-Based Learning First Year * Elective (3) Students will integrate classroom FALL learning with work-based learning Total Hours: 15 experience in practicum coursework • ECED& 105 - Introduction to Early (ECED& 120 or ECED 223 or EDUC Childhood Education (5) SPRING 223) at a supervised work site. De- • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience • ECED 202 - Math and Science partment Chair approval is required. (2) Learning for Children (4) Credits and grades are based on job-hours worked, work performance, • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I • EDUC 246 - Working with Bilingual and completion of the learning ob- (5) Children (3) jectives specified in the learning • PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and CPR • EDUC 260 - Instructional contract. A minimum of six credits of (2) Technology (3) Practicum-Nurturing Relationships (ECED& 120 and ECED 223) is re- Total Hours: 14 • ∆ Academic Elective (5) quired for completion of the Early Total Hours: 15 Childhood Education AAS degree. WINTER Note: • ECED& 107 - Health, Safety, and Program Certificates ∆ Accepted academic electives include: Nutrition (5) The ECED certificates listed below have ART& 100, ART 142, ART 143, ART • ∞ Specialization (3) been aligned with statewide standards 144; ASTR& 101; BIOL& 100, BIOL to improve transferability. These cer- • ‡ ECED& 120 - Nurturing 105, BIOL 133; EASC 102, EASC 111; tificates are “stackable,” i.e. build on Relationships (2) GEOL& 101, GEOL& 110, GEOL& 208; MUSC 100, MUSC 127; MUSC& 141; each other, beginning with the ECED • EDUC& 115 - Child Development (5) initial microcertificate, which is equiv- NASC 100; NUTR& 101, OCEA& 101; alent to a Child Development Associate Total Hours: 15 PHYS 111. For a complete course list, (CDA) certificate, followed by any one please see the department chair. of the 20-credit certificates. The State SPRING ∞ Specialization, choose one 3-credit ECED certificate requires taking all of class from the following: ECED& 132, • ECED& 190 - Observation and the courses listed for the “stackable” ECED& 134, ECED& 138, ECED& 139, Assessment (3) certificates plus the general education or ECED& 170. • EDUC& 130 - Guiding Behavior (3) courses of ENGL& 101 and WMATH * Electives (total of 9 credits). 100 or above. • SPAN& 121 - Spanish I: D (5) † Students who do not receive an ap- propriate test score will require addi-

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tional coursework to develop necessary of the Associate of Arts Direct Students will complete EDUC 223- Ed- skills for entry into class. Transfer Agreement (AA-DTA). ucation Practicum and Seminar toward the end of their degree. This requires ‡ ECED& 120 may be taken any time Purpose after the second quarter of the two- the student to volunteer weekly in a year process. This degree is intended to prepare stu- K-3rd grade classroom. In order to dents for entry into a teacher certifica- volunteer in a school, you must suc- EDUCATION, A.ED. tion program. Although this degree will cessfully pass a criminal background be granted to SVC students completing check. Students with a criminal back- Associate in Education a cumulative 2.0 GPA, entry into a ground should complete a background Bachelor’s degree Education program check prior to enrolling in the program This degree offers the needed prepara- may require a higher GPA for admis- to make sure that they will be able to tion in critical ECED content, as recom- sion. Upon completion of the A-Ed complete the practicum requirement mended by the National Association for requirements, students are eligible to and gain employment after graduation. the Education of Young Children Asso- apply to be awarded the AA-DTA. Seek Degree Requirements ciate’s Degree Standards (NAEYC), for out an SVC Early Childhood Education employment upon graduation, it also program advisor early in your studies. Students must complete 107 quarter prepares students for future transfer to This degree also furthers the objec- credits in transferable courses num- a four-year college or university. It also bered 100 or above with a cumulative meets the current emphasis in ECED tives of the Maestros Para el Pueblo program. This program works with grade point average of at least 2.0 in for teachers with a broader knowl- order to graduate from SVC with an edge of general education. The A.Ed. Western Washington University and various high schools in the area to help Associate in Education degree. A min- coursework is equivalent to a major imum of 60 quarter hours of general relating to early childhood education LatinX students achieve their goals in pursuing a career in education. education courses are required. At and as such meets the requirements least 25 college-level credits must be The Associate in Education program of employers, especially public school earned at SVC with a minimum GPA Learning Outcomes are adopted from districts, federal Head Start programs of 2.0. Credits must satisfy course the NAEYC Standards for Early Child- and the state sponsored preschool requirements listed below. Students hood Professional Preparation. program (ECEAP) for early childhood should check specific admission and positions requiring a two-year ECED Graduates of the A.Ed. Program will program requirements and application degree. learn: deadlines to assist in successful trans- Upon completion of the A.Ed. require- 1. Promoting child development and fer to a four-year institution. College ments, students are eligible to apply learning; counselors and academic faculty can to be awarded the AA-DTA. The A.Ed. 2. Building family and community advise students of special lower divi- degree will be granted to SVC students relationships; sion requirements. completing with a cumulative 2.0 GPA; MATH 099 is required in order to pre- entry into a baccalaureate program 3. Observing, documenting, and assessing; pare students for applying to Western at a four-year school will require a Washington University’s Woodring higher GPA for admission. This degree 4. Using developmentally effective College of Education’s Teacher Prepa- does not guarantee admission into the approaches to connect with children ration Program. This application re- major. Early advising is important to and families; quirement can also be fulfilled through ensure degree completion. Students 5. Using content knowledge to build taking a mathematics course with are responsible for checking specific meaningful curriculum; MATH 099 as a pre-requisite or suc- major requirements of baccalaureate cessfully passing an intermediate al- institutions in the year prior to trans- Entry into the Program gebra placement test at WWU. College ferring. Students may enter the program at the counselors and academic faculty can This degree includes prescriptive beginning of any quarter. For specific advise students of this requirement. coursework necessary to: information, contact Enrollment Ser- Please contact an advisor if planning to • Provide foundational preparation in vices or the Department Chair. transfer to a program other than WWU. the field of education. According to Washington State law Courses with an ampersand (&) are • Prepare students for the career RCW 43.43.830, any person with a Common Course Numbering courses, * field of early childhood education. positive criminal history for “crimes is a lab course, and ~ are recommended coursework. • Prepare students to apply against persons” is not allowed to work for baccalaureate teacher with children. Background checks of 1. College & Career Success Skills preparation programs, such as criminal history are required of all (2 cr.) students who work with children in any Western Washington University’s • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience setting. Participants in this program Woodring College of Education’s (2) Undergraduate Elementary will be required to complete a portable Education Professional Program. background check with the Depart- 2. Communication Skills (10 cr.) ment of Children Youth and Families as • Fulfill the 75 credits of unrestricted • ENGL& 101 - English Composition part of their coursework. general education requirements I (5) • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5)

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3. Physical Education (3 cr.) • SOC 204 - Intro to Stratification 3RD QUARTER • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) and Inequality in America: D (5) • ECED& 190 - Observation and 4. Quantitative Skills (10 cr.) F. SPECIALIZATION - CHOOSE 1 Assessment (3) COURSE (3 CR.) • MATH 099 - Intermediate Algebra • EDUC& 130 - Guiding Behavior (3) II (5) • ECED& 132 - Infant/Toddler Care (3) • ETHNC 120 - Survey of the Chicano • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) People (5) • ECED& 134 - Family Childcare SOCIAL SCIENCES Courses selected to meet the Management (3) Quantitative Skills requirement will not • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) • ECED& 139 - Administration of be counted in the Natural Sciences NATURAL SCIENCES distribution requirement. Early Childhood Ed (3) • EDUC& 136 - School Age Care (3) Total Hours: 16 5. Distribution Requirements (45 cr.) • C2C 201 - Compass to Campus: 4TH QUARTER Select credits from three areas of Youth Mentoring I: D (3) study: Natural Science, Social Science • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) and Humanities. Eligible courses for G. PRACTICUM (4 CR.) HUMANITIES each distribution area can be found in • ECED 223 - Practicum & Seminar the Associate in Arts - Direct Transfer (1-4) • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) Agreement Distribution List, pp 36-37. * PE Activity (2) (excludes: PE 200 * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, and PE 205) A. NATURAL SCIENCES (15 CR.) pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course • EASC 111 - Matter and Energy in requirements with an SVC advisor. Students Total Hours: 8 Earth Science (5) are responsible for checking specific major requirements of baccalaureate institutions. • NUTR& 101 - Nutrition (5) Second Year • PHYS 111 - Matter and Energy in 5TH QUARTER Physics (5) Degree Map • ECED& 160 - Curriculum B. SOCIAL SCIENCES (15 CR.) This degree will be granted to SVC Development (5) • EDUC& 115 - Child Development (5) students completing with a cumulative • ECED& 180 - Language and Literacy 2.0 GPA. • ETHNC 120 - Survey of the Chicano Development (3) People (5) First Year • EDUC& 150 - Child, Family, and • ECED& 105 - Introduction to Early Community (3) Childhood Education (5) 1ST QUARTER • PHYS 111 - Matter and Energy in • EDUC& 202 - Intro to Education (5) • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience Physics (5) C. HUMANITIES (15 CR.) (2) NATURAL SCIENCES • ART& 100 - Art Appreciation: D (5) • ECED& 105 - Introduction to Early Total Hours: 16 • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) Childhood Education (5) SOCIAL SCIENCES 6TH QUARTER • SPAN& 121 - Spanish I: D (5) • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I • EASC 111 - Matter and Energy in D. EDUCATION CORE (19 CR.) (5) Earth Science (5) • ECED 101 - Child Abuse and • MATH 099 - Intermediate Algebra II NATURAL SCIENCES Neglect (2) (5) • ECED 101 - Child Abuse and Neglect • ECED& 160 - Curriculum Total Hours: 17 (2) Development (5) • EDUC& 203 - Exceptional Child (3) • ECED& 180 - Language and 2ND QUARTER Literacy Development (3) • SOC 204 - Intro to Stratification and • ECED& 190 - Observation and • EDUC& 115 - Child Development (5) Inequality in America: D (5) Assessment (3) SOCIAL SCIENCES SOCIAL SCIENCES • EDUC& 130 - Guiding Behavior (3) • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) Total Hours: 15 • EDUC& 150 - Child, Family, and • NUTR& 101 - Nutrition (5) Community (3) NATURAL SCIENCES 7TH QUARTER E. CULTURAL AND LINGUISTIC * Specialization Course (3), choose • ART& 100 - Art Appreciation: D (5) DIVERSITY CORE (11 CR.) one of the following: ECED& 132, HUMANITIES ECED& 134, ECED& 139, EDUC& • EDUC 223 - Practicum and Seminar • EDUC& 203 - Exceptional Child (3) 136, or C2C 201. • EDUC 246 - Working with Bilingual (1-5) Children (3) Total Hours: 18 • EDUC 246 - Working with Bilingual Children (3)

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• SPAN& 121 - Spanish I: D (5) • ECED& 170 - Learning Environments ECED certificates. The 47 credit ECED HUMANITIES (3) and EDUC& 130. If only ECED& certificate requires taking all of the 170 is taken, then the student must courses listed for the “stackable” Total Hours: 17 take one of the following: ECED& certificates plus the general education 132 or ECED& 134 or ECED& 139 or courses of ENGL& 101 and WMATH State Early Childhood EDUC& 136. 100 or BUS 111 or above. A certificate Education Certificate • † ENGL& 101 - English Composition is awarded to students who complete I (5) the following courses with a 2.0 grade 47 credits point average or above in each course. Total Hours: 15 All training for this certificate is based Required Courses on the Washington State core compe- 3RD QUARTER SPRING • ECED& 105 - Introduction to Early tencies for early care and education Childhood Education (5) professionals and the National As- • ECED& 190 - Observation and sociation for the Education of Young Assessment (3) • ECED& 107 - Health, Safety, and Nutrition (5) Children (NAEYC) standards. Upon • EDUC& 115 - Child Development (5) successful completion of the certifi- • ECED& 120 - Nurturing • EDUC& 130 - Guiding Behavior (3) cate, the student will be demonstrated Relationships (2) competency in the Washington State and ECED& 170. If only EDUC& 130 competencies for early childhood pro- is taken, then the student must take Total Hours: 12 fessionals, school-age professionals, or one of the following: ECED& 132 or ECED& 134 or ECED& 139 or paraprofessionals. Students should be State Short Early Childhood prepared for entry-level employment EDUC& 136 in the area for which the certificate or • † WMATH 100 - Professional Education Certificate - degree has been earned. Technical Applied Math (5) or BUS Administration Early Childhood Education (ECED) cer- 111 or above. 20 credits tificates have been aligned with state- Total Hours: 9 wide standards to improve transferabil- Develop administrative skills required ity. These certificates are “stackable,” Note: to develop, open, operate, manage, i.e. build on each other, beginning † Students who do not receive an ap- and assess early childhood education with the ECED initial micro-certificate, propriate test score will require addi- and care programs. Explore techniques which is equivalent to a Child Develop- tional coursework to develop necessary and resources available for Washington ment Associate (CDA) certificate, fol- skills for entry into class. State licensing and NAEYC standard lowed by any one of the other 20-credit compliance. ECED certificates. The 47 credit ECED State Initial Early Childhood All training for this certificate is based certificate requires taking all of the on the Washington State core compe- courses listed for the “stackable” Education Certificate tencies for early care and education certificates plus the general education professionals and the National As- 12 credits courses of ENGL& 101 and WMATH sociation for the Education of Young 100 or BUS 111 or above. A certificate AAll training for this certificate is Children (NAEYC) standards. Upon is awarded to students who complete based on the Washington State core successful completion of the certifi- the following courses with a 2.0 grade competencies for early care and edu- cate, the student will be demonstrated point average or above in each course. cation professionals and the National competency in the Washington State Association for the Education of Young 1ST QUARTER FALL competencies for early childhood pro- Children (NAEYC) standards. Upon fessionals, school-age professionals, or successful completion of the certifi- • ECED& 180 - Language and Literacy paraprofessionals. Students should be cate, the student will be demonstrated Development (3) prepared for entry-level employment competency in the Washington State in the area for which the certificate or • ECED& 105 - Introduction to Early competencies for early childhood pro- degree has been earned. Childhood Education (5) fessionals, school-age professionals, or Early Childhood Education (ECED) cer- paraprofessionals. Students should be • ECED& 160 - Curriculum tificates have been aligned with state- prepared for entry-level employment Development (5) wide standards to improve transferabil- in the area for which the certificate or • EDUC& 150 - Child, Family, and ity. These certificates are “stackable,” degree has been earned. Community (3) i.e. build on each other, beginning Early Childhood Education (ECED) cer- with the ECED initial micro-certificate, Total Hours: 16 tificates have been aligned with state- which is equivalent to a Child Develop- wide standards to improve transferabil- ment Associate (CDA) certificate, fol- 2ND QUARTER WINTER ity. These certificates are “stackable,” lowed by any one of the other 20-credit i.e. build on each other, beginning • ECED& 107 - Health, Safety, and ECED certificates. The 47 credit ECED with the ECED initial micro-certificate, Nutrition (5) certificate requires taking all of the which is equivalent to a Child Develop- courses listed for the “stackable” • ECED& 120 - Nurturing ment Associate (CDA) certificate, fol- certificates plus the general education Relationships (2) lowed by any one of the other 20-credit courses of ENGL& 101 and WMATH

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100 or BUS 111 or above. A certificate • ECED& 107 - Health, Safety, and State Short Early Childhood is awarded to students who complete Nutrition (5) Education Certificate - the following courses with a 2.0 grade • ECED& 120 - Nurturing point average or above in each course. Relationships (2) Infant/Toddler Care * A 2.0 GPA in each course is required • ECED& 134 - Family Childcare 20 credits for this certificate. Management (3) Infant-Toddler specialists work with Required Courses • EDUC& 115 - Child Development (5) young children from birth to age 3 in • ECED& 105 - Introduction to Early a variety of early care and education Childhood Education (5) State Short Early Childhood programs. It is the responsibility of the Infant-Toddler specialist to both • ECED& 107 - Health, Safety, and Education Certificate - nurture and provide developmentally Nutrition (5) General appropriate education In safe, support- • ECED& 120 - Nurturing ive environments. 20 credits Relationships (2) ECED certificates have been aligned • ECED& 139 - Administration of All training for this certificate is based with state-wide standards to improve Early Childhood Ed (3) on the Washington State core compe- transferability. These certificates are tencies for early care and education “stackable,” i.e. build on each other, • EDUC& 115 - Child Development (5) professionals and the National As- beginning with the ECED initial mi- sociation for the Education of Young cro-certificate, which is equivalent to State Short Early Childhood Children (NAEYC) standards. Upon a Child Development Associate (CDA) Education Certificate - Family successful completion of the certifi- certificate, followed by any one of cate, the student will be demonstrated the 20-credit certificates. The State Child Care competency in the Washington State ECED certificate requires taking all of competencies for early childhood pro- 20 credits the courses listed for the “stackable” fessionals, school-age professionals, or certificates plus the general education All training for this certificate is based paraprofessionals. Students should be courses of ENGL& 101 and WMATH on the Washington State core compe- prepared for entry-level employment 100 or above. A certificate is awarded tencies for early care and education in the area for which the certificate or to students who complete the following professionals and the National As- degree has been earned. courses with a 2.0 grade point average sociation for the Education of Young Early Childhood Education (ECED) cer- or above in each course. Children (NAEYC) standards. Upon tificates have been aligned with state- successful completion of the certifi- Required Courses wide standards to improve transferabil- cate, the student will be demonstrated ity. These certificates are “stackable,” • ECED& 105 - Introduction to Early competency in the Washington State i.e. build on each other, beginning Childhood Education (5) competencies for early childhood pro- with the ECED initial micro-certificate, fessionals, school-age professionals, or • ECED& 107 - Health, Safety, and which is equivalent to a Child Develop- paraprofessionals. Students should be Nutrition (5) ment Associate (CDA) certificate, fol- prepared for entry-level employment lowed by any one of the other 20-credit • ECED& 120 - Nurturing in the area for which the certificate or ECED certificates. The 47 credit ECED Relationships (2) degree has been earned. certificate requires taking all of the • ECED& 132 - Infant/Toddler Care Early Childhood Education (ECED) cer- courses listed for the “stackable” (3) tificates have been aligned with state- certificates plus the general education • EDUC& 115 - Child Development (5) wide standards to improve transferabil- courses of ENGL& 101 and WMATH ity. These certificates are “stackable,” 100 or BUS 111 or above. A certificate i.e. build on each other, beginning is awarded to students who complete State Short Early Childhood with the ECED initial micro-certificate, the following courses with a 2.0 grade Education Certificate - School which is equivalent to a Child Develop- point average or above in each course. ment Associate (CDA) certificate, fol- Age Care lowed by any one of the other 20-credit Required Courses 20 credits ECED certificates. The 47 credit ECED • ECED& 105 - Introduction to Early School-Age Care professionals work certificate requires taking all of the Childhood Education (5) courses listed for the “stackable” with children ages 5-12 in a variety of certificates plus the general education • ECED& 107 - Health, Safety, and settings In family child care homes, courses of ENGL& 101 and WMATH Nutrition (5) profit or non-profit centers, public 100 or BUS 111 or above. A certificate • ECED& 120 - Nurturing schools and community centers. is awarded to students who complete Relationships (2) All training for this certificate is based the following courses with a 2.0 grade on the Washington State core compe- • EDUC& 115 - Child Development (5) point average or above in each course. tencies for early care and education • EDUC& 130 - Guiding Behavior (3) professionals and the National As- Required Courses sociation for the Education of Young • ECED& 105 - Introduction to Early Children (NAEYC) standards. Upon Childhood Education (5) successful completion of the certifi-

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cate, the student will be demonstrated • ECED 204 - Essentials of Child tional classes include Environmental competency in the Washington State Development Associate Credential Geology (GEOL& 110) and Geology of competencies for early childhood pro- (CDA): Child Development the Pacific Northwest (GEOL& 208). fessionals, school-age professionals, or • ECED 205 - Essentials of CDA: Prior college-level course work in Earth paraprofessionals. Students should be Working with Families, Program Sciences is recommended when taking prepared for entry-level employment Management and Ethics. these latter two courses. Students with in the area for which the certificate or an interest in the natural history of the • ECED 206 - Essentials of the Child degree has been earned. Pacific Northwest should also consid- Development Associates Credential er taking the spring field experience Early Childhood Education (ECED) cer- (CDA): Resource tificates have been aligned with state- courses in Western Washington (NASC • ECED 211 - Diversity in Education: wide standards to improve transferabil- 160) or Eastern Washington (NASC D ity. These certificates are “stackable,” 161). • ECED 223 - Practicum & Seminar i.e. build on each other, beginning Degree Options with the ECED initial micro-certificate, • ECED 241 - Bridges Module I which is equivalent to a Child Develop- • ECED 242 - Bridges Module II ment Associate (CDA) certificate, fol- Degree Map | AS-T Track #1 lowed by any one of the other 20-credit • ECED 243 - Bridges Module III Earth Science ECED certificates. The 47 credit ECED • ECED& 100 - Child Care Basics certificate requires taking all of the • ECED& 105 - Introduction to Early The two-year suggested schedule courses listed for the “stackable” Childhood Education below is provided as only a guide for a certificates plus the general education • ECED& 107 - Health, Safety, and traditional full-time student whose goal courses of ENGL& 101 and WMATH Nutrition is the Associate in Science - Transfer 100 or BUS 111 or above. A certificate Track #1, AS-T with an emphasis in is awarded to students who complete • ECED& 120 - Nurturing Earth Science. Frequent course offer- the following courses with a 2.0 grade Relationships ings allow for individualized schedules point average or above in each course. • ECED& 132 - Infant/Toddler Care that will ensure all student degree objectives are met. Required Courses • ECED& 134 - Family Childcare Management Student schedule may vary based on • ECED& 105 - Introduction to Early • ECED& 138 - Home Visiting and entry point, credit load, and prerequi- Childhood Education (5) Family Engagement sites. Consult with department chair or SVC counselor for scheduling options. • ECED& 107 - Health, Safety, and • ECED& 139 - Administration of Nutrition (5) Early Childhood Ed Note: An ampersand (&) designates Common Course Numbering. • ECED& 120 - Nurturing • ECED& 160 - Curriculum Relationships (2) Development First Year • EDUC& 115 - Child Development (5) • ECED& 170 - Learning • EDUC& 136 - School Age Care (3) Environments 1ST QUARTER • ECED& 180 - Language and All ECED Courses • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience Literacy Development (2) • ECED 101 - Child Abuse and • ECED& 190 - Observation and Neglect • CHEM& 161 - General Chem w/Lab I Assessment • ECED 108 - Bridges Module I (5) • ECED 109 - Bridges Module II • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I EARTH SCIENCES (5) • ECED 110 - Bridges Module III AREA OF STUDY: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, • MATH& 141 - Precalculus I (5) • ECED 140 - Issues and Trends in ENGINEERING, & MATH (STEM) Education Program Description Total Hours: 17 • ECED 161 - Bridges Module I The Earth Sciences and Physics 2ND QUARTER • ECED 162 - Bridges Module II (PHYS) program at Skagit Valley Col- • ECED 163 - Bridges Module III lege is designed to serve the diverse • CHEM& 162 - General Chem w/Lab II (5) • ECED 199 - Cooperative Education needs of the community by inspiring students with an interest in discovery • ECED 201 - Art, Music, and • MATH& 142 - Precalculus II (5) and a desire for lifelong learning, as Movement for Children * Humanities course (5), preferably in well as by promoting critical thinking Learning Community format. • ECED 202 - Math and Science skills. Interested non-majors, as well Learning for Children SUGGESTED: ART& 100, DRMA& 101, as Earth Science, and Environmental ENGL& 112, ENGL 115, ENGL 202, MUSC& • ECED 203 - Essentials of Child Science majors, can choose from intro- 105, PHIL& 101, PHIL 215, WRLD LANG Development Associate Credential ductory level classes in Earth System 121. (CDA): Health & Safety Science, including: Meteorology, (EASC Total Hours: 15 102), Physical Geology (GEOL& 101), Oceanography (OCEA& 101). Addi-

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3RD QUARTER Programs Related Degree Options • CHEM& 163 - General Chem w/Lab Earth Science Concentration Track Business Direct Transfer Agreement, III (5) #1 DTA/MRP • MATH& 151 - Calculus I (5) Courses Associate of Arts Direct Transfer * Social Sciences course (5), Agreement, AA-DTA preferably in Learning Community • ASTR& 100 - Survey of Astronomy format. • ASTR& 101 - Intro to Astronomy SUGGESTED: ANTH& 206, ECON 101, • EASC 102 - Meteorology Programs GEOL& 100, HIST&, PSYC& 100, POLS& 101, SOSC 100 . • EASC 110 - Energy and Society Degree Map | AA-DTA Total Hours: 15 • EASC 111 - Matter and Energy in Earth Science Economics Emphasis Second Year • EASC 120 - Climate Change & The suggested schedule below in- Climate Solutions cludes required DTA courses with 4TH QUARTER • EASC 299 - Learning into Action an emphasis in Economics. Student • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal • GEOL 295 - Geology Integrative schedule may vary based on entry Communication: D (5) Experience Seminar point, credit load, and prerequisites. Consult with department chair or SVC • GEOL& 100 - Survey of Earth • MATH& 152 - Calculus II (5) counselor for scheduling options. Science • PHYS& 231 - Engineering Phys Lab I The two-year suggested schedule • GEOL& 101 - Intro Physical Geology (1) below is provided as only a guide for a • PHYS& 241 - Engineering Physics I • GEOL& 110 - Environmental traditional full-time student whose goal (5) Geology is the Associate of Arts Direct Transfer • GEOL& 208 - Geology of Pacific NW Agreement, AA-DTA. Frequent course Total Hours: 16 • OCEA& 101 - Intro to Oceanography offerings allow for individualized schedules that will ensure all student 5TH QUARTER ECONOMICS degree objectives are met. An ampersand (&) designates Common • CHEM 295 - Chemistry Integrative AREA OF STUDY: PUBLIC SERVICE & SOCIAL Experience Seminar (2) SCIENCE Course Numbering. • EASC 102 - Meteorology (5) Program Description First Year • MATH& 153 - Calculus III (5) The study of economics provides 1ST QUARTER • PHYS& 232 - Engineering Phys Lab students with an understanding of II (1) the structure and functions of the • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience • PHYS& 242 - Engineering Physics II American economy both independent- (2) (5) ly and within the global economy. A • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I Total Hours: 18 knowledge of economics enhances the (5) ability to think logically and enables • ECON 101 - Introduction to 6TH QUARTER students to apply economic concepts Economics (5) to the analysis of real-world situations • PHYS& 233 - Engineering Phys Lab and opportunities. Economics courses • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) III (1) satisfy degree requirements in the Cul- • PE Activity (1) tures area of study and Macro and Mi- • PHYS& 243 - Engineering Physics III croeconomics are required courses for Total Hours: 14 (5) business students planning to transfer 2ND QUARTER * ELECTIVE (5): to four-year business programs. Total Hours: 15 In order to successfully complete busi- • ECON& 201 - Micro Economics (5) ness major prerequisites (BUS& 201, • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, MATH& 146, ACCT& 201, ACCT& 202, pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course ACCT& 203, ECON& 201, ECON& 202), • NUTR& 101 - Nutrition (5) requirements with an SVC advisor. Students students should have placement Total Hours: 15 are responsible for checking specific major scores at or above college-level reading requirements of baccalaureate institutions. and at or above college-level math. 3RD QUARTER Successful completion of coursework Related Degree Options taken in reading, English, and/or math • BUS 295 - Business Integrated Associate of Arts Direct Transfer at the college level are also sufficient Experience Seminar (2) Agreement, AA-DTA indicators of success in these college • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) majors. • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5)

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* Humanities course (5), preferably in • Employ a variety of instructional Learning Community format. EDUCATION strategies and methods that SUGGESTED: CMST& 102, ENGL& 254 OR PARAPROFESSIONAL address individual learners and WORLD LANGUAGE 121. learning styles in order to develop AREA OF STUDY: EDUCATION Total Hours: 17 collaborative critical thinking and Program Description creative problem solving skills in a variety of student populations. Second Year The Education Paraprofessional • Be able to draw from a variety (EDUC) degree prepares students 4TH QUARTER of perspectives on human to work under the supervision and development and learning in order alongside a certified/licensed staff • POLS 201 - Comparative to design learning experiences to member to support and assist in pro- Government: D (5) support the cognitive, psychological viding instructional and other services • PSYC& 100 - General Psychology and social differences and needs to children, youth and their families. (5) of cross-cultural and generational Possible positions this degree pre- learners. * Humanities course (5), preferably in pares a student for are ESL/bilingual/ Learning Community format. migrant paraeducator, ECEAP family • Understand what it means to be a competent, ethical and professional Total Hours: 15 support specialist, education assis- tant, guidance specialist, instructional teacher in a democratic, diverse and technological society in 5TH QUARTER aide, interpreter, transition specialist paraeducator, playground assistant, order to develop commitment to • EASC 110 - Energy and Society (5) special education assistant, teacher professional growth and to the aide, and tutor. legal and ethical responsibilities of • ECON& 202 - Macro Economics (5) American public school teachers. • POLS& 202 - American Government: Program Learning Outcomes D (5) Entry into the Program Graduates of the Education Total Hours: 15 Students may enter the program at the Paraprofessional program will be beginning of any quarter. For specific 6TH QUARTER able to: information contact Enrollment Ser- • Practice ethical and professional vices or the Department Chair. • IS 200 - States and Capitalism: the standards of conduct and comply According to Washington State law Origins of Western Wealth and with laws and workplace policies RCW 43.43.830, any person with a Power (5) and procedures in relation to positive criminal history for “crimes” • PHIL 215 - Introduction to Ethics (5) confidentiality, reporting of abuse, against persons is not allowed to work discipline, chain of command and with children. Background checks of * Natural Sciences course (5), delegation and supervision. preferably in Learning Community criminal history are required of all format. • Be knowledgeable in the use of students who work with children in any setting. Participants in this program SUGGESTED: EASC 120, ENVS& 101, reinforcement, motivation and GEOL& 100, NUTR& 101 OR OCEA& 101. data collection to facilitate positive will be required to provide a disclosure behavioral support and assist in statement which will be submitted to Total Hours: 15 instruction and learning. the Washington State Patrol in order • Exemplify the philosophy that to complete a criminal history back- * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, ground check. pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course all individuals/participants can requirements with an SVC advisor. Students learn and contribute within a All EDUC courses require extensive are responsible for checking specific major multicultural, inclusive context of reading and writing. Students should requirements of baccalaureate institutions. children, families and colleagues. expect to participate in both individ- • Develop, design and ual and group assignments. Written All ECON Courses implement creative, innovative, assignments in EDUC classes are • ECON 101 - Introduction to developmentally and culturally required to be typewritten or computer Economics appropriate educational practices generated. • ECON 299 - Learning Into Action that positively impact the Work-Based Learning • ECON 310 - Economics for development, creativity and self- Managers esteem of young children. Students will integrate classroom learning with work-based learning • ECON& 201 - Micro Economics • Plan group activities and effectively manage a classroom environment. experience in EDUC 223: Practicum • ECON& 202 - Macro Economics and Seminar at a supervised school • Perform basic assessments and or education site. Department Chair measurements of a child’s progress approval is required. Credits and in an educational setting. grades are based on job-hours worked, • Work appropriately with exceptional work performance, and completion children and those with special of the learning objectives specified in needs. the practicum. Attendance at a week-

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ly seminar focusing on application • MATH& 152 - Calculus II (5) of education coursework in the K-12 ENGINEERING Total Hours: 17 setting is required. A minimum of two AREA OF STUDY: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, & MATH (STEM) quarters of EDUC 223 (5 credits each 3RD QUARTER quarter) is required for completion of Program Description the Education Paraprofessional AAS • CS 143 - Java Programming II (5) degree. (EDUC 299 may be used in the SVC engineering courses are designed • ENGR& 104 - Introduction to transfer degree and explores education to introduce students to the field of Engineering and Design (5) career options). engineering and/or fulfill prerequisites for upper division engineering cours- • MATH& 153 - Calculus III (5) Associate in Applied Science es. Because many of the engineering Total Hours: 15 Degree courses have math prerequisites and because most engineering courses Students may pursue an Associate in are offered only annually or biennially, Second Year Applied Science (AAS) Degree, a one- sequencing is very important. Students 4TH QUARTER year certificate or earn electives to an seeking an Associate in Science-Trans- AA-DTA degree. The AAS degree covers fer Track #2 degree in Engineering • MATH& 254 - Calculus IV (5) the Washington State Core Competen- are strongly urged to plan his or her • PHYS& 231 - Engineering Phys Lab I cies and Skill Standards for Paraedu- degree program with a counselor or an (1) cators and meets the federal paraedu- engineering advisor. cator requirements in the Elementary • PHYS& 241 - Engineering Physics I and Secondary Education Act of 2001. (5) Many of the courses in the Education Degree Map | AS-T Track #2 * Social Science course (5), Paraprofessional program transfer Engineering directly to Western Washington Uni- preferably in Learning Community format. versity or other four-year institutions. The suggested schedule below in- Check with the transfer counselor for SUGGESTED: ANTH& 206, ECON 101, cludes required DTA courses empha- GEOG& 100, HIST&, PSYC& 100, POLS& the most current transfer information. sis in Engineering. Student schedule 101, SOSC 100. TOTAL HOURS: 16 Students seeking transfer to the bache- may vary based on entry point, credit lor’s program are urged to consider the load, and prerequisites. Consult with 5TH QUARTER AAS-T in Education or the Associate in department chair or SVC counselor for Education degree. • MATH 204 - Elementary Linear scheduling options. Algebra (5) Individual Technical Certificate The two-year suggested schedule • PHYS& 232 - Engineering Phys Lab An Individual Technical Certificate may below is provided as only a guide for a II (1) be developed in conjunction with other traditional full-time student whose goal programs to meet marketable objec- is the Associate in Science - Transfer • PHYS& 242 - Engineering Physics II tives and goals with Department Chair Track #2, AS-T. Frequent course offer- (5) approval. ings allow for individualized schedules * Humanities course (5), preferably in that will ensure all student degree All EDUC Courses Learning Community format. objectives are met. SUGGESTED: ART& 100, DRMA& 101, • EDUC 211 - Diversity in Education: ENGL& 112,ENGL 115, ENGL 202, MUSC& D First Year 105, PHIL& 101, PHIL 215, WRLD LANG. TOTAL HOURS: 16 • EDUC 223 - Practicum and Seminar 1ST QUARTER • EDUC 246 - Working with Bilingual 6TH QUARTER Children • CHEM& 161 - General Chem w/Lab I (5) • MATH 238 - Ordinary Differential • EDUC 260 - Instructional Equations (5) Technology • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience (2) • PHYS& 233 - Engineering Phys Lab • EDUC 299 - Learning into Action III (1) • EDUC& 115 - Child Development • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I (5) • PHYS& 243 - Engineering Physics III • EDUC& 122 - Child Development II (5) • MATH& 151 - Calculus I (5) • EDUC& 130 - Guiding Behavior * Elective (5) • EDUC& 136 - School Age Care Total Hours: 17 Total Hours: 16 • EDUC& 150 - Child, Family, and 2ND QUARTER Community * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, • EDUC& 202 - Intro to Education • CS 142 - Java Programming I (5) pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course requirements with an SVC advisor. Students • EDUC& 203 - Exceptional Child • CHEM 295 - Chemistry Integrative are responsible for checking specific major Experience Seminar (2) requirements of baccalaureate institutions. • ENGL& 235 - Technical Writing (5)

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* Natural Science course (5) with lab, • ENGL 095 - Vocabulary ENGLISH preferably in Learning Community Development AREA OF STUDY: ARTS & COMMUNICATION format. • ENGL 096 - Special Topics in SUGGESTED: BIOL& 100, BIOL 127, EASC English 110, GEOL& 110, GEOL& 208. Degree Map | AA-DTA • ENGL 097 - Improving Grammar I Total Hours: 15 English Emphasis • ENGL 098 - Integrated Reading and Writing The suggested schedule below in- Second Year • ENGL 099 - Basic Composition cludes required DTA courses with an emphasis in English. Student schedule 4TH QUARTER • ENGL 103 - Advanced Composition may vary based on entry point, credit • ENGL& 236 - Creative Writing I (5) • ENGL 115 - Introduction to Film: D load, and prerequisites. Consult with * Social Sciences course (5), • ENGL 120 - Introduction to department chair or SVC counselor for Children’s Literature scheduling options. preferably in Learning Community format. • ENGL 170 - Professional and The two-year suggested schedule SUGGESTED: SOC& 101, SOC 112, SOC& Technical Communication below is provided as only a guide for a 201 OR SOC 204. • ENGL 202 - Introduction to traditional full-time student whose goal Literature: D is the Associate of Arts Direct Transfer * Humanities course (5), preferably in Agreement, AA-DTA. Frequent course Learning Community format. • ENGL 239 - Introduction to U.S. offerings allow for individualized SUGGESTED: ART& 100, DRMA 133 OR Latino Literature: D WORLD LANGUAGE 121. schedules that will ensure all student • ENGL 250 - Introduction to degree objectives are met. Total Hours: 15 American Literature: D An ampersand (&) designates Common • ENGL 261 - Integrative Seminar Course Numbering. 5TH QUARTER • ENGL 283 - British Literature 19th First Year • ENGL 239 - Introduction to U.S. and 20th Centuries: D Latino Literature: D (5) • ENGL 295 - English Integrative 1ST QUARTER * Natural Sciences course (5), with Experience Seminar lab, preferably in Learning • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience • ENGL 299 - Learning into Action Community format. (2) • ENGL 324 - Advanced Writing in SUGGESTED: BIOL& 100, BIOL 127, EASC • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I 110, GEOL& 110 OR GEOL& 208. Science • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I (5) * Social Sciences course (5), • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) preferably in Learning Community • ENGL& 102 - Composition II * PE Activity (1) format. • ENGL& 112 - Intro to Fiction: D SUGGESTED: HIST& 215, HIST 242, POLS • ENGL& 113 - Intro to Poetry: D * Social Sciences course (5), 200, POLS& 202 OR WORLD LANGUAGE preferably in Learning Community 122. • ENGL& 220 - Intro to Shakespeare format. Total Hours: 15 • ENGL& 235 - Technical Writing SUGGESTED: HIST& 148 OR PSYC& 100. • ENGL& 236 - Creative Writing I Total Hours: 14 6TH QUARTER • ENGL& 254 - World Literature I 2ND QUARTER • ENGL& 113 - Intro to Poetry: D (5) • ENGL 115 - Introduction to Film: D ENVIRONMENTAL • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal (5) Communication: D (5) CONSERVATION * Natural Sciences course (5), with AREA OF STUDY: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, • ENGL 202 - Introduction to lab, preferably in Learning ENGINEERING, & MATH (STEM) Literature: D (5) Community format. • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) SUGGESTED:BIOL& 100, BIOL 127, EASC Program Description 110, GEOL& 110 OR GEOL& 208. • PE Activity (1) The Environmental Conservation Total Hours: 15 (ENVC) program is designed to meet Total Hours: 16 the growing need for environmental *See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, and natural resource technicians within 3RD QUARTER pp 50‑51. Discuss specific course the natural resources and parkland requirements with an SVC advisor. Students • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) areas. The program offers four areas are responsible for checking specific major of emphasis. • ENGL& 112 - Intro to Fiction: D (5) requirements of baccalaureate institutions. Career Opportunities All ENGL Courses The effects from landscape uses such • ENGL 092 - Basic Writing as forestry, agriculture, and urban Foundation development are the main focus of the

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Aquatic/Terrestrial emphasis. Students • Use ecological processes in an completion of the Aquatic-Terrestrial choosing the Marine emphasis will ecosystem context; flow diagrams. Emphasis, Marine Emphasis, or UW/ focus on jobs in the marine environ- UI-Transfer degrees with a minimum of ment. Graduates in both areas may Entry into the Program 90 credits of specified technical and be employed by federal, state, county, Please apply at Enrollment Services. related education coursework above and city governments, tribal nations or Students are generally admitted fall 100-level with both an overall 2.0 grade private businesses managing natural or winter quarters. It is highly recom- point average and a 2.0 grade point av- resources. Employment by non-gov- mended that students have completed erage in the technical degree courses. ernmental organizations is also on the their pre-college coursework before Entry into a baccalaureate program at rise. entry. However, students with rele- a four-year school will generally require The Parks Resources Management vant work experience or equivalent a higher GPA for admission. emphasis is designed to meet the coursework may be admitted at other Individual Technical Certificate needs of students seeking employ- times with the Department Chair’s An Individual Technical Certificate may ment with federal, state, county, city, permission. Advanced standing may be developed in conjunction with other or private recreational agencies. The be requested. For further information, programs to meet marketable objec- Water/Wastewater Treatment Tech- contact the Department Chair or En- tives and goals with Department Chair nology emphasis is intended to meet rollment Services. approval. Professional upgrade certifi- the growing employment needs within cation available in Wildlife, Restoration, water technology fields. Students may Work-Based Learning Water Quality and Fisheries. Clusters need to conduct a job search beyond Students will integrate their classroom of 3-6 courses are the basis for an the local community in order to find learning with work-based learning upgrade certificate. the positions they desire in these two experience by participating in Coopera- areas. tive Education (ENVC 199) at a super- Micro-Certificates Graduates may use their AAS-T vised work site in an approved paid or These certificates focus on a specific degrees as a transfer degree to the volunteer position in an environmental skill within this program. A certificate Bachelor of Applied Science degree in business, state, federal or county is awarded to students who complete Environmental Conservation (BASEC) administration or non-governmental requirements with a 2.0 grade point which builds on the existing AAS-T organization working with environ- average or above. degrees in Environmental Conserva- mental issues. Students who desire a tion at Skagit Valley College or other degree and are already employed in Programs comparable AAS-T degrees in natural the field may develop cooperative work Associate resources. positions with their current employ- In addition, graduates may use the er. A total of six credits are required. Environmental Conservation (Univer- Department Chair approval is required. Degree Map | AAS-T Credits and grades are based on job sity of Washington & University of Environmental Conservation Idaho), AAS-T to transfer to the School hours worked, work performance and of Environmental and Forest Sciences, completion of learning objectives. University of Washington College of the Environment, Universi- Concurrent enrollment in Cooperative & University of Idaho ty of Washington and the College of Education Seminar required. ENVC 199 Natural Resources at the University may substitute for up to five credits of 142 credits of Idaho. The AAS-T and AAS degrees technical coursework with the permis- The School of Environmental and For- may also be used to transfer to The Ev- sion of the Department Chair. est Sciences, College of the Environ- ergreen State College, Western Wash- Associate in Applied Science ment, University of Washington, and ington University-Fairhaven College, or the College of Natural Resources at the Central Washington University-Infor- Degree University of Idaho have approved the mation Technology and Administrative An Associate in Applied Science De- transfer of students who complete the Management. Students who plan to gree, AAS is awarded upon completion following sequence of courses: transfer should first work with the De- of the Parks Resource Management partment Chair to develop a two-year emphasis and the Water/Wastewater First Year schedule of appropriate classes. Treatment Technology emphasis with FALL Program Learning Outcomes a minimum of 90 credits of speci- fied technical and related education • ENVC 101 - Introduction to Graduates of the Environmental coursework above 100-level with both Watershed Management (5) an overall 2.0 grade point average and Conservation AAS-T and AAS • CHEM& 161 - General Chem w/Lab I a 2.0 grade point average in the techni- degrees will be able to: (5) cal degree courses. • Conduct water quality (WQ) • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience analyses and reporting according Associate in Applied Science (2) to accreditation standards by Transfer (AAS-T) Degree • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I Washington Department of Ecology. (5) • Outline an ecological sampling An Associate in Applied Science Trans- design. fer (AAS-T) degree is awarded upon

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• † MATH& 141 - Precalculus I (5) • BIOL& 222 - Majors Cell/Molecular First Year Biology (5) Total Hours: 22 FALL • MATH& 152 - Calculus II (5) WINTER * Learning Community or General • ENVC 101 - Introduction to Education (5-10) Watershed Management (5) • ENVC 112 - Limnology (5) • ENVC 102 - Invertebrate Biology Total Hours: 24 • ENVC 123 - Fish Biology, Taxonomy, and Identification (4) and Life History (5) SPRING • ENVC 104 - Introduction to Natural • ENVAG 106 - Soil Science and Resources (1) Conservation (5) • ENVC 220 - Wetlands in Managed Landscapes (4) • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience • MATH& 142 - Precalculus II (5) (2) • ENVC 221 - Ecology of Ecosystem Total Hours: 20 Edges/Ecotones (3) • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I (5) SPRING • ENVC 222 - Field Project (3) Total Hours: 17 • BIOL& 223 - Majors Organismal • ENVC 122 - Stream Ecology (5) Physiology (5) WINTER • ENVC 140 - Plants of Western • PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and CPR Washington (5) (2) • ENVC 112 - Limnology (5) • CHEM& 162 - General Chem w/Lab • ENVC 123 - Fish Biology, Taxonomy, Total Hours: 17 II (5) and Life History (5) • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) Notes: • ENVAG 106 - Soil Science and OR Conservation (5) * Learning Community (5-10 credits) • ENGL& 235 - Technical Writing (5) • PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and CPR or 5 credits of General Education (2) Total Hours: 20 (natural sciences, social sciences, or humanities) from AA-DTA distribution, • ENVC 122 - Stream Ecology (5) SUMMER pp 36-37. Must be outside of technical • ENVC 140 - Plants of Western area, approved by Department Chair. Washington (5) • ‡ ENVC 199 - Cooperative Education Please see INDEX regarding Learning (1-15) Communities. • † MATH& 141 - Precalculus I (5) • CHEM& 131 - Intro to Organic/ † Students who do not receive an ap- Total Hours: 20 Biochemistry (5) propriate test score will require addi- • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) tional coursework to develop necessary SUMMER skills for entry into class. • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats • ‡ ENVC 199 - Cooperative Education (5) ‡ ENVC 199 may be taken at any time (1-15) during the two-year program with De- Total Hours: 21 partment Chair approval. Total Hours: 6

Second Year * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, Second Year pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course FALL requirements with an SVC advisor. Students FALL are responsible for checking specific major • ENVC 201 - Watershed Restoration requirements of baccalaureate institutions. • ENVC 201 - Watershed Restoration (5) (5) • ENVC 202 - Wildlife Biology: D (5) Degree Map | AAS-T • ENVC 202 - Wildlife Biology: D (5) * ENVC Elec (3-5) Environmental • GIS 101 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (5) • BIOL& 221 - Majors Ecology/ Conservation-Aquatic/ Evolution (5) Terrestrial Emphasis Total Hours: 15 • † MATH& 151 - Calculus I (5) WINTER Total Hours: 23+ 113 credits Includes required AAS-T courses. Stu- • ENVC 210 - Fish Ecology and WINTER dent schedule may vary based on entry Management (5) point, credit load, and prerequisites. • ENVC 210 - Fish Ecology and • ENVC 211 - Ecological Sampling and Consult with department chair or SVC Management (5) Monitoring Design (4) counselor for scheduling options. • ENVC 211 - Ecological Sampling and • CHEM& 121 - Intro to Chemistry (5) Monitoring Design (4) • GIS 105 - Introduction to Global Positioning Systems (GPS) (2)

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• GIS 106 - Advanced Global First Year WINTER Positioning Systems (2) FALL • ENVC 210 - Fish Ecology and Total Hours: 18 Management (5) • ENVC 101 - Introduction to SPRING Watershed Management (5) • ENVC 211 - Ecological Sampling and Monitoring Design (4) • ENVC 220 - Wetlands in Managed • ENVC 104 - Introduction to Natural Resources (1) • BIOL& 222 - Majors Cell/Molecular Landscapes (4) Biology (5) • ENVC 221 - Ecology of Ecosystem • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience (2) • GIS 105 - Introduction to Global Edges/Ecotones (3) Positioning Systems (GPS) (2) • ENVC 222 - Field Project (3) • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I (5) • GIS 106 - Advanced Global • ^ ENVC Elective or *LC/GE (5) Positioning Systems (2) • † MATH& 141 - Precalculus I (5) • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) Total Hours: 18 Total Hours: 18 Total Hours: 20 SPRING WINTER Notes: • ENVC 220 - Wetlands in Managed • ENVC 112 - Limnology (5) Landscapes (4) * Learning Community (5-10 credits) or • ENVC 123 - Fish Biology, Taxonomy, 5 credits of General Education (natural • @ ENVC Elec. or LC/GE (5) and Life History (5) sciences, social sciences, or human- • BIOL& 223 - Majors Organismal ities) from AA-DTA distribution/ENVC • CHEM& 161 - General Chem w/Lab I Physiology (5) elective, plus Integrative Experience (5) • OCEA& 101 - Intro to Oceanography (IE). Must be outside of technical area, • PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and CPR (5) approved by Department Chair. Please (2) see INDEX regarding Learning Commu- Total Hours: 19 nities. Total Hours: 17 † Students who do not receive an ap- SPRING Notes: propriate test score will require addi- * Learning Community (5-10 credits) or tional coursework to develop necessary • ENVC 122 - Stream Ecology (5) skills for entry into class. 5 credits of General Education (natural • BIOL& 100 - Survey of Biology (5) sciences, social sciences, or human- ‡ ENVC 199 may be taken at any time • CHEM& 162 - General Chem w/Lab ities) from AA-DTA distribution/ENVC during the two-year program with De- II (5) elective, plus Integrative Experience partment Chair approval. (IE). Must be outside of technical area, ^ Electives must be chosen from • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) approved by Department Chair. Please within Environmental Conservation, the Total Hours: 20 see INDEX regarding Learning Commu- sciences, or Geographic Information nities. Systems. SUMMER † Students who do not receive an ap- propriate test score will require addi- * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, • ‡ ENVC 199 - Cooperative Education tional coursework to develop necessary pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course (1-15) requirements with an SVC advisor. Students skills for entry into class. are responsible for checking specific major • ENVS& 101 - Intro to Env Science ‡ ENVC 199 may be taken at any time requirements of baccalaureate institutions. (5) during the two-year program with De- Total Hours: 11 partment Chair approval. Degree Map | AAS-T @ Electives must be chosen from with- Environmental Second Year in ENVC, the sciences, or GIS. Conservation-Marine FALL * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course Emphasis • ENVC 202 - Wildlife Biology: D (5) requirements with an SVC advisor. Students are responsible for checking specific major • BIOL& 221 - Majors Ecology/ 123 credits requirements of baccalaureate institutions. Evolution (5) Includes required AAS T courses. Stu- dent schedule may vary based on entry • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) point, credit load, and prerequisites. • GIS 101 - Introduction to Consult with department chair or SVC Geographic Information Systems (5) counselor for scheduling options. Total Hours: 20

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Degree Map | AAS SUMMER ities) from AA-DTA distribution/ENVC electives (pp 36-37), plus Integrative Environmental • ‡ ENVC 199 - Cooperative Education Experience (IE). Must be outside of Conservation-Parks (1-15) technical area, approved by Depart- Resource Management Total Hours: 6 ment Chair. Emphasis † Students who do not receive an ap- Second Year propriate test score will require addi- tional coursework to develop necessary Includes required AAS courses. Stu- FALL skills for entry into class. dent schedule may vary based on entry point, credit load, and prerequisites. • ENVC 201 - Watershed Restoration ‡ ENVC 199 may be taken at any time Consult with department chair or SVC (5) during the two-year program with De- counselor for scheduling options. partment Chair approval. • ENVC 202 - Wildlife Biology: D (5) @ Electives must be chosen from with- First Year • ENVC 231 - Introduction to in ENVC, the sciences, or GIS. Mammalogy (5) FALL ^ CJ 241, CJ 242, CJ 243, CJ 244, • ^ PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and and CJ 245 satisfy General Education • ENVC 101 - Introduction to CPR (2) requirements (LC/GE) and PE 200. Watershed Management (5) Total Hours: 15+ • ENVC 102 - Invertebrate Biology Degree Map | AAS and Identification (4) WINTER Environmental • ENVC 104 - Introduction to Natural • ^ CJ 241 - Park Ranger Law Conservation-Water/ Resources (1) Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience Module 1 (6) Wastewater Treatment (2) • CJ 242 - Park Ranger Law Technician Emphasis • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) (5) Module 2 (6) Includes required AAS courses. Stu- dent schedule may vary based on entry • GIS 101 - Introduction to • CJ 243 - Park Ranger Law point, credit load, and prerequisites. Geographic Information Systems (5) Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) Consult with department chair or SVC Module 3 (6) Total Hours: 22 counselor for scheduling options. • CJ 244 - Park Ranger Law WINTER Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) First Year Module 4 (6) • ENVC 112 - Limnology (5) FALL • CJ 245 - Park Ranger Law • ENVC 123 - Fish Biology, Taxonomy, Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) • ENVC 101 - Introduction to and Life History (5) Module 5 (6) Watershed Management (5) • ENVC 130 - Environmental OR • ENVC 102 - Invertebrate Biology and Identification (4) Interpretation (5) • @ Electives (12 credit minimum as • ENVAG 106 - Soil Science and approved by dept. chair) • ENVC 104 - Introduction to Natural Resources (1) Conservation (5) • @ ENVC elective • GIS 105 - Introduction to Global OR • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience Positioning Systems (GPS) (2) (2) * LC/GE (5) • GIS 106 - Advanced Global • GIS 101 - Introduction to Positioning Systems (2) Total Hours: 30 or 17+ Geographic Information Systems (5) Total Hours: 24 SPRING Total Hours: 17

SPRING • ENVC 122 - Stream Ecology (5) WINTER

• ENVC 133 - Facilities Maintenance • ENVC 221 - Ecology of Ecosystem • ENVAG 106 - Soil Science and Fundamentals (5) Edges/Ecotones (3) Conservation (5) • ENVC 140 - Plants of Western • @ ENVC Elec (3-5) • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I Washington (5) • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) (5) • † MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats Total Hours: 18 • GIS 105 - Introduction to Global (5) Positioning Systems (GPS) (2) Notes Total Hours: 15 • GIS 106 - Advanced Global * Learning Community (5-10 credits) or Positioning Systems (2) 5 credits of General Education (natural sciences, social sciences, or human- Total Hours: 14

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SPRING ‡ ENVC 199 may be taken at any time regarding individual salmon stocks during the two-year program with De- and outline ecological restoration • ENVC 199 - Cooperative Education partment Chair approval. measures. (1-15) @ Electives must be chosen from with- • Contribute to natural resource • CHEM& 121 - Intro to Chemistry (5) in ENVC, the sciences, or GIS. decision-making groups utilizing • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats effective communication (5) Bachelor of Applied techniques. • PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and CPR Science in Environmental • Apply conservation biology (2) strategies and community ecology Conservation (BASEC) principles in the management of Total Hours: 17 AREA OF STUDY: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, biodiversity at the landscape level. ENGINEERING, & MATH (STEM) • Incorporate watershed management Second Year science in management strategies Purpose FALL for managing watersheds The Bachelor of Applied Science sustainably for ecosystem services • ENVC 202 - Wildlife Biology: D (5) Degree in Environmental Conservation and natural resources. (BASEC) builds on the existing Environ- • ENVC 226 - Current Issues in Water • Develop and implement mental Conservation AAS-T degrees at Policy (2) management actions for aquatic Skagit Valley College or other compa- habitats. • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) rable AAS-T degrees in natural resourc- • Develop and demonstrate es. Students are primarily accepted to • MANF 145 - Electronics leadership skills within the start during fall quarter. Fundamentals (5) environmental sciences and natural Total Hours: 15 The BASEC degree opportunity is resources management. designed to meet the growing employ- WINTER ment needs for graduates with ad- Entry Process and vanced skills in environmental sciences Requirements • ENVC 105 - Emergency Incident and natural resource management. Management System (3) Graduates with a BASEC will acquire SVC has an open admissions policy. Generally, the BAS in Environmental @ ENVC Elective or LC/GE (5) the necessary skills for advanced field and laboratory work and be able to Conservation (BASEC) is intended for • ENVC 112 - Limnology (5) move into management and supervi- students graduating from SVC’s AAS-T • MANF 150 - Sensor Systems and sory positions within natural resource in Environmental Conservation or stu- Applications (5) management divisions in the public dents graduating from other commu- and private sector nity colleges with a degree in natural Total Hours: 18 resources or natural science. The BASEC program schedule is de- SPRING signed to meet the needs of working SVC will provide support services to adults, with one third of the curriculum promote student success including • ENVC 133 - Facilities Maintenance offered online. Face-to-face classes general tutoring in math, information Fundamentals (5) meet at the Mount Vernon Campus. technology, English, as well as tutor- ing in more specialized subjects such • ENVC 212 - Fluid Flow Laboratory There will be orientation meetings as watershed management, and GIS. (2) scheduled in January and February. Please view the SVC website for details. Students with disabilities have support • ENVC 220 - Wetlands in Managed through the SVC Disability Access Landscapes (4) Program Learning Outcomes Services. These services ensure that • ENVC 249 - Introduction to all students have the potential to be Wastewater Technology (5) Graduates of the BASEC program will successful. It is recommended that be able to: students complete the FAFSA applica- Total Hours: 16 • Understand and apply federal, tion as early as possible. Contact Con- Note: state, and tribal policies driving suelo Guandique for help with FAFSA applications at 360.416.7860. * Learning Community (5-10 credits) or natural resource policies. 5 credits of General Education (natural • Use landscape ecology Prerequisites (Eligibility): sciences, social sciences, or human- principles and technology to ities) from Distribution Lists - AA-DTA analyze ecological scenarios for 1. AAS-T or ATA degree in an plus Integrative Experience (IE). Must management decisions at the environmental- or ecology-related be outside of technical area, approved watershed level. field from a community college. Degree must include 10 college-level by Department Chair. Please see IN- • Apply forest ecology and English Composition credits, MATH& DEX regarding Learning Communities. silvicultural techniques to develop 146 or 5 credits of statistics, 5 † Students who do not receive an ap- management scenarios for working credits of communication, and 5 propriate test score will require addi- forests. credits of chemistry (CHEM& 121); tional coursework to develop necessary • Use salmon biology to inform and or skills for entry into class. to make management decisions

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2. Associate of Applied Science Applications will be reviewed to SPRING (AAS) in an environmental- or ensure that minimum requirements ecology-related field, including 10 and prerequisites have been • ENVC 320 - Landscape Ecology (5) college-level English Composition met. Students will be notified of • ENGL 324 - Advanced Writing in credits, MATH& 146 or 5 credits of acceptance within three weeks of Science (5) statistics, 5 credits of statistics, 5 submission. • ENVC 327 - Advanced Wetland credits of communication, and 5 1. Start dates other than fall quarter Ecology (5) credits of chemistry (CHEM& 121); will require departmental approval or and are only recommended for part- Total Hours: 15 3. Associate in Technical Arts (ATA) in time students. an environmental- or ecology-related 2. Sequencing and scheduling will be Second Year field, including college-level courses: done in consultation with a BASEC FALL 10 credits of English composition, advisor. (Dr. Claus Svendsen, Dept. MATH& 146 or 5 credits of Chair) or the BASEC counselor. • ENVC 405 - Behavioral Ecology (5) statistics, 5 credits of statistics, 5 3. Students may apply to enroll into ENVC 407 - Forest Ecology (5) credits of communication, and 5 individual classes on a space credits of chemistry (CHEM& 121); • QSCI 408 - Biometry & Ecological available basis if they meet entry or Sampling (5) qualifications. 4. AS degree with a biology emphasis Total Hours: 15 including 10 college-level English Composition, MATH& 146 or 5 Degree Map | BASEC WINTER credits of statistics, 5 credits of communication, and 5 credits of 90 credits • ENVC 412 - Natural Resource Policy chemistry. Transcript evaluation A Bachelor of Applied Science in Envi- Analyses (5) by Dept. Chair. Remedial ecology ronmental Conservation (BASEC) de- • ENVC 424 - Applied Population and courses may be needed; or gree is awarded upon completion of 90 Community Ecology (5) 5. Two years of university or college credits of specified 300 and 400 level • ENVC 499 - Internship (3) courses equivalent to an AAS degree coursework with an overall 2.0 grade • CMST 413 - Leadership including 10 college-level English in each course and a 2.0 grade in each Development in Natural Resources Composition credits, MATH& course of the technical major. Entry (2) 146 or 5 credits of statistics, 5 into a Master’s program at a university credits of statistics, 5 credits of will generally require a higher GPA for Total Hours: 15 communication, and 5 credits of admission. SPRING chemistry (CHEM& 121). Required Courses 6. Unrelated Associates degree and The following schedule lists the re- • ENVC 410 - Conservation Biology Environmental Studies certificate (3 quired BASEC courses. Consult with (5) quarters). department chair, or SVC counselor, • ENVC 420 - Estuarine and 7. Minimum GPA 2.5. for application process.First Year Nearshore Ecology (5) 8. At least one course in Geographic Information Systems is required - First Year • ENVC 422 - Culminating Project (5) preferably using ArcView/ArcGIS/ FALL Total Hours: 15 ArcInfo software and one course is recommended in Global Positioning • ENVC 302 - Data Management (2) Systems interfacing with GIS. Advanced Wetland • ENVC 304 - River Ecology & Application Process: Watershed Management (5) Delineation Micro- • CHEM 301 - Chemistry for Certificate The application process opens March 1 Environmental Conservation (5.5) and closes the last Friday in April for a 19 credits Fall quarter start; applications arriv- • CMST 303 - Communication in ing later will be considered if space is Natural Resources (3) A certificate is awarded to students available. Students need to submit: who complete requirements with a 2.0 Total Hours: 15.5 grade point average or above. • Letter of Intent • Resume WINTER Required Courses • College transcripts • ENVC 310 - Soil Ecology (5) • ENVC 101 - Introduction to Watershed Management (5) • Two letters of recommendation • ENVC 315 - Limnology and are required attesting to the Reservoir Ecology (5) • ENVC 140 - Plants of Western student’s ability to succeed at the Washington (5) baccalaureate level, preferably from • QSCI 318 - Quantitative Analysis of the Environment (5) • ENVC 201 - Watershed Restoration an instructor and an employer. (5) Total Hours: 15

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• ENVC 220 - Wetlands in Managed 3RD QUARTER • GIS 106 - Advanced Global Landscapes (4) Positioning Systems (2) • ENVC 133 - Facilities Maintenance Total Hours: 19 Fundamentals (5) • MANF 150 - Sensor Systems and Applications (5) • ENVC 122 - Stream Ecology (5) Total Hours: 17 Basic Wetland Delineation • ENVC 220 - Wetlands in Managed Micro-Certificate Landscapes (4) 4TH QUARTER SPRING 9 credits • ENVC 221 - Ecology of Ecosystem Edges/Ecotones (3) • ENVC 133 - Facilities Maintenance The delineation certificates provide Fundamentals (5) Total Hours: 17 skills needed to assist/conduct wetland • ENVC 199 - Cooperative Education delineation. A certificate is awarded to (1-15) (2 credits) students who complete the following courses with a 2.0 grade point average Degree Map | Certificate • ENVC 212 - Fluid Flow Laboratory or above in each course. Environmental (2) • ENVC 249 - Introduction to Required Courses Conservation: Water/ Wastewater Technology (5) or ENVC • ENVC 140 - Plants of Western Wastewater Treatment 250 Washington (5) Technician • CIS 146 - Introduction to Microsoft • ENVC 220 - Wetlands in Managed Excel (3) Landscapes (4) 66 credits Total Hours: 17 Total Hours: 9 This certificate focuses on develop- ing skills within the water/wastewater treatment area leading to entry-level Geographic Information Degree Map | Certificate positions within the sector. A cer- tificate is awarded to students who Systems Certificate Environmental Conservation complete the following with a 2.0 grade Studies point average or above: 24 credits The GIS certificate enables students to 1ST QUARTER SUMMER 51 credits be highly proficient in using ArcView© This certificate is specially designed • GIS 101 - Introduction to as a valuable support tool for natural for the student who has already earned Geographic Information Systems (5) resource employment or other occu- pations using GIS as a management a college degree and is interested • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal in redirecting their career into envi- tool. For further information, contact Communication: D (5) or CMST& the Department Chair of Environmental ronmental studies. A certificate is 220 awarded to students who complete the Conservation or Enrollment Services. A following with a 2.0 grade point aver- • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats certificate is awarded to students who age or above: (5) complete the following courses with a 2.0 grade point average or above in 1ST QUARTER Total Hours: 15 each course.

• ENVC 101 - Introduction to 2ND QUARTER FALL Required Courses Watershed Management (5) • ENVC 101 - Introduction to • GIS 101 - Introduction to • ENVC 201 - Watershed Restoration Watershed Management (5) Geographic Information Systems (5) (5) • ENVC 226 - Current Issues in Water • GIS 102 - Geographic Information • GIS 101 - Introduction to Policy (2) Systems II (5) Geographic Information Systems (5) • MANF 145 - Electronics • GIS 105 - Introduction to Global Total Hours: 15 Fundamentals (5) Positioning Systems (GPS) (2) • CHEM& 121 - Intro to Chemistry (5) • GIS 106 - Advanced Global 2ND QUARTER Positioning Systems (2) Total Hours: 17 • ENVC 112 - Limnology (5) • GIS 202 - Introduction to Remote • ENVC 202 - Wildlife Biology: D (5) 3RD QUARTER WINTER Sensing (5) • GIS 203 - Advanced GIS Project (5) • ENVC 210 - Fish Ecology and • ENVC 105 - Emergency Incident Management (5) Management System (3) Total Hours: 24 • ENVC 211 - Ecological Sampling and • ENVAG 106 - Soil Science and All ENVC Courses Monitoring Design (4) or ENVC 123 Conservation (5) • ENVC 101 - Introduction to Total Hours: 19 • GIS 105 - Introduction to Global Watershed Management Positioning Systems (GPS) (2)

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• ENVC 102 - Invertebrate Biology • ENVC 410 - Conservation Biology their site-specific growth and cultural and Identification • ENVC 412 - Natural Resource Policy requirements within polycultural inter- • ENVC 104 - Introduction to Natural Analyses cropping, succession planting, crop ro- tation, and season extension systems. Resources • ENVC 420 - Estuarine and Courses discuss how the emergence, • ENVC 105 - Emergency Incident Nearshore Ecology growth, and practice of small farm Management System • ENVC 422 - Culminating Project agriculture affect the sustainability • ENVC 112 - Limnology • ENVC 424 - Applied Population and of local and global food systems, and • ENVC 122 - Stream Ecology Community Ecology how those systems, in turn, relate to • ENVC 123 - Fish Biology, Taxonomy, • ENVC 451 - Independent Study associated fields in natural resource and Life History management and environmental con- • ENVC 452 - Independent Study servation. • ENVC 130 - Environmental • ENVC 453 - Independent Study Interpretation As a leading producer of diversified • ENVC 454 - Independent Study vegetables, fruits, grains, and meats, • ENVC 133 - Facilities Maintenance • ENVC 455 - Independent Study the Washington State agricultural Fundamentals industry and workforce play an import- • ENVC 499 - Internship • ENVC 140 - Plants of Western ant role in the regional economy while Washington maintaining food security and ad- • ENVC 165 - Sustainability vancing sustainable agriculture. Over Fundamentals ENVIRONMENTAL the last two decades, for example, Washington organic farmland acreage • ENVC 199 - Cooperative Education SUSTAINABLE and food sales and direct market sales • ENVC 201 - Watershed Restoration have increased exponentially alongside • ENVC 202 - Wildlife Biology: D AGRICULTURE a growing agricultural employment • ENVC 210 - Fish Ecology and EDUCATION sector that is expanding the ‘green-col- lar’ job market. These trends are most Management AREA OF STUDY: FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGEMENT evident in the Puget Sound bioregion • ENVC 211 - Ecological Sampling and especially among the agricultur- and Monitoring Design Program Description ally productive counties where SAgE • ENVC 212 - Fluid Flow Laboratory colleges are located, such as Skagit The Sustainable Small Farm Agricul- • ENVC 220 - Wetlands in Managed County where over 1,200 farms and ture program at Skagit Valley College Landscapes 180 agriculture-related businesses provides students and community employ approximately 5,000 people • ENVC 221 - Ecology of Ecosystem members with knowledge and skills and account for the greatest increase Edges/Ecotones in agroecological sciences, natural in sustainable small farm agricultur- • ENVC 222 - Field Project resource management, and environ- al practices. For further information • ENVC 225 - Current Issues in mental conservation. With an emphasis about the SVC SAgE program and as- Ecology on ‘small farm’ agriculture in the Puget sociated education to career pathways, Sound bioregion, this program trains contact the Department Chair. • ENVC 226 - Current Issues in Water participants to sustainably manage Policy production and operations as the Program Learning Outcomes • ENVC 231 - Introduction to underpinning of a resilient and local Mammalogy food system. SVC is a member of the Graduates of the Environmental • ENVC 232 - Bird Identification Sustainable Agriculture Education Sustainable Agriculture program will (SAgE) Collaborative and partners with • ENVC 244 - Salmon Ecology be able to: (SCC), Wash- • Plan, start from seed, grow to • ENVC 249 - Introduction to ington State University (WSU), and maturity and harvest vegetable or Wastewater Technology other higher education institutions and ornamental plants in greenhouse or farm and food system organizations • ENVC 250 - Introduction to Water in open field. Treatment and enterprises in an effort to provide • Demonstrate their ability to • ENVC 302 - Data Management diverse educational and training oppor- tunities in sustainable agriculture and define agriculture, agronomy, and • ENVC 304 - River Ecology & related fields. agroecology, and use examples to Watershed Management highlight the differences among the SAgE courses emphasizes the eco- three terms. • ENVC 310 - Soil Ecology logical principles that support agro- • ENVC 315 - Limnology and ecosystems at different geographic • Demonstrate the ability to research Reservoir Ecology and economic scales, including the and identify plant problems in a crop. • ENVC 320 - Landscape Ecology significance of plant diversity and soil properties and processes to terrestri- • Use Land Equivalency Ratios and • ENVC 327 - Advanced Wetland al ecosystems and human societies. simple algebra to demonstrate Ecology Curriculum emphasizes the select and advantages to intercropping over • ENVC 405 - Behavioral Ecology grow bioregionally appropriate vegeta- monocultures for crop yields, for • ENVC 407 - Forest Ecology ble, bush, and tree crops according to crop prices and for crop costs.

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Entry into the Program ing in natural resource management Degree Map and environmental conservation prac- Please apply at Enrollment Services. tices associated with sustainable small Includes required AAS-T courses. Stu- Students are generally admitted in Fall farm agriculture and food systems dent schedule may vary based on entry or Winter quarters. It is highly recom- point, credit load, and prerequisites. mended that students have completed The Sustainable Small Farm Consult with department chair, advi- their pre-college coursework before Agriculture & Food Systems AAS-T sor or SVC counselor for scheduling entry. However, students with relevant degree transfers into the following options. work experience or equivalent course- programs: work may be admitted at other times, • Washington State University, First Year given Department Chair approval. Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Advanced standing may be request- & Food Systems, Organic & FALL ed. For further information, contact Sustainable Agriculture major the Department Chair or Enrollment • ENVAG 101 - Agroecology: An Services. • Skagit Valley College, Bachelor of Ecological Approach to Agriculture Applied Science in Environmental (5) Conservation Associate in Applied Science • ENVAG 103 - Horticulture Plant Transfer (AAS-T) Degree • The Evergreen State College, Science (4) Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental The Environmental Sustainable Agricul- Studies, Agriculture emphasis • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience ture Education, AAS-T degree is award- (2) ed upon completion of the Sustainable This AAS-T degree is a professional/ technical degree that requires a core • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I Small Farm Agriculture & Food Sys- (5) tems curriculum with a minimum of of general education courses common- 90 credits of specified technical and ly accepted for transfer to four-year Total Hours: 16 related education coursework above colleges and universities. All students 100-level with both an overall 2.0 who intend to transfer should talk with WINTER grade point average and a 2.0 grade a four-year college or university advisor • ENVAG 104 - Careers Seminar in point average in the technical major. to review specific admission require- Sustainable Agriculture (1) Entry into a baccalaureate program ments. Transfer into the WSU Bache- at a four-year college or university will lor of Science in Agricultural & Food • ENVAG 106 - Soil Science and generally require a higher GPA for Systems degree program is available in Conservation (5) admission. western Washington at the WSU-Ever- ett campus and eastern Washington at • ENVAG 227 - Greenhouse Crop This AAS-T degree provides a theoret- the WSU-Pullman campus. Production (3) ical foundation in small farm agricul- • † CHEM& 161 - General Chem w/ ture through the study of environmen- Program Certificates Lab I (5 tal sustainability principles, ecology in agricultural systems, and plant and These certificates focus on a specific Total Hours: 14 soil sciences. There is also a practical skill within this program. A certificate hands-on focus on sustainable small is awarded to students who complete SPRING farm agriculture production and enter- the following with a 2.0 grade point • ENVAG 224 - Orchard Crop prises. The production emphasis trains average or above. Production (5) students to cultivate organic food Programs crops for year-round production and • ENVAG 228 - Row Crop Production harvest in the maritime climate of the (5) Puget Sound bioregion. The enterpris- Environmental Sustainable CHEM& 162 - General Chem w/Lab es emphasis trains students to design, Agriculture Education, AAS-T II (5) plan, and operate agriculture systems Total Hours: 15 relevant to small farm environments-in- An Associate in Applied Science Trans- fer (AAS-T) degree is awarded upon cluding the development of whole farm SUMMER management and business plans and completion of the Sustainable Small associated best agricultural practices Farm Agriculture and Food Systems • ∞ ENVAG 199 - Internship in tailored to local direct market enter- degree with a minimum of 90 credits Sustainable Agriculture (1-15) prises. Students explore career options of specified technical and related edu- • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) and apply knowledge, skills, and cation coursework above 100-level with techniques through internship, practi- both an overall 2.0 grade point average Total Hours: 7+ cum, or research experience. General and a 2.0 grade point average in the Education courses prepare students technical major. Entry into a bacca- Second Year for transfer to a four-year college or laureate program at a four-year school university, while Diversity Intensive, will generally require a higher GPA for FALL Integrative Learning Experience, and admission. Elective courses build upon program • ENVAG 270 - Sustainable Small requirements to provide further train- Farming and Ranching (5)

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• BIOL& 221 - Majors Ecology/ to small farm environments. On-farm prise located at, and with developmen- Evolution (5) classes at the SAgE Skagit County tal support from, Viva Farms. Student Farm train students in sustain- • † ECON& 201 - Micro Economics (5) Required Courses able small farm site planning and crop @@ENVC Elective (5) - ENVC 202 propagation, production, cultivation, SPRING preferred. harvesting, and postharvest and busi- Total Hours: 20 ness management. This micro-certifi- • ENVAG 270 - Sustainable Small cate is offered in partnership with Viva Farming and Ranching (5) Farms, a farm incubator organization. WINTER • ENVAG 271 - Agricultural Upon successful completion of this Entrepreneurship & Business • ENVAG 271 - Agricultural micro-certificate, students will have the Planning (5) Entrepreneurship & Business skills and the necessary prerequisites Planning (5) to establish an independent small farm • ENVAG 298 - Practicum in Sustainable Agriculture (2) • † BIOL& 222 - Majors Cell/ enterprise located at, and with devel- Molecular Biology (5) opmental support from, Viva Farms. SUMMER * PHIL 215 - Introduction to Ethics (5) Required Courses • ENVAG 298 - Practicum in Total Hours: 15 SPRING Sustainable Agriculture (2)

SPRING • ENVAG 298 - Practicum in FALL Sustainable Agriculture (2) * ENVC 225 - Current Issues in • ENVAG 298 - Practicum in SUMMER Sustainable Agriculture (2) * ENVAG 231 - Post-Harvest to Local Total Hours: 16 Market Operations (3) • ENVAG 298 - Practicum in • BIOL& 223 - Majors Organismal Sustainable Agriculture (2) Physiology (5) FALL ENVAG: Sustainable Small • † MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats Farm Agriculture Systems (5) • ENVAG 298 - Practicum in Certificate Sustainable Agriculture (2) Total Hours: 15 Total Hours: 6 16 Credits Notes: This one-year certificate provides a ENVAG: Sustainable Small theoretical foundation in small farm † Students who do not receive an agriculture through the study of en- appropriate test score are required to Farm Agriculture Applied vironmental sustainability principles, take additional coursework to develop Planning and Management ecology in agricultural systems, and necessary skills for entry into class. (Level II) Micro-Certificate plant and soil sciences. There is also a ∞ ENVAG 199 or ENVAG 297 or EN- combined practical focus on sustain- VAG 298 must be taken for a total 16 credits able small farm agriculture produc- minimum of 2 credits. ENVAG 199 is tion and enterprises. The production This micro-certificate provides a prac- offered all quarters. Please check the emphasis trains students to cultivate tical foundation in sustainable small quarterly schedule for when ENVAG organic food crops for year-round farm agriculture through the study and 297 or ENVAG 298 are offered. production and harvest in the maritime hands-on design, planning, and oper- @ Elective courses must be chosen climate of the Puget Sound bioregion. ation of agriculture systems relevant And the enterprises emphasis trains from within ENVC. ENVC 202 is pre- to small farm environments-including ferred. students to design, plan, and operate the development of whole farm man- agriculture systems relevant to small * Satisfies the AAS-T degree Integrative agement and business plans. On-farm farm environments- including the Learning Experience requirements. classes at the SAgE Skagit County development of farm management Student Farm train students in sus- and business plans and associated ENVAG: Sustainable Small tainable small farm site planning and best agricultural practices tailored to crop propagation, production, cultiva- Farm Agriculture Applied wholesale and direct market enterpris- tion, harvesting, and postharvest and es. Students explore career options Planning and Management business management. This micro-cer- and apply knowledge, skills, and tech- (Level I) Micro-Certificate tificate is offered in partnership with niques through internship, practicum, WSU Skagit County Extension and Viva or research experience. This certificate 24 credits Farms, a farm incubator organization. may be combined with General Educa- Upon successful completion of this This micro-certificate provides a prac- tion, Learning Community, Integrative micro-certificate, students will have the tical foundation in sustainable small Experience, and elective courses to skills to implement their whole farm farm agriculture through the study and achieve the larger Sustainable Small management and business plans and hands-on design, planning, and oper- Farm Agriculture and Food Systems the necessary prerequisites to estab- ation of agriculture systems relevant Associate in Applied Science-Transfer lish an independent small farm enter- (AAS-T) Degree. A certificate is award-

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ed to students who complete the fol- • ENVAG 224 - Orchard Crop and observe their children in an edu- lowing courses with a 2.0 grade point Production cational setting. Technical assistance average or above in each course. • ENVAG 227 - Greenhouse Crop is provided to independently operated parent education cooperatives. Parents Required Courses Production observe child behavior and practice • ENVAG 228 - Row Crop Production • ENVAG 101 - Agroecology: An skills and techniques useful in working Ecological Approach to Agriculture • ENVAG 231 - Post-Harvest to Local with small groups of children. (5) Market Operations Program Learning Outcomes • ENVAG 103 - Horticulture Plant • ENVAG 241 - Livestock Management Science (4) • ENVAG 242 - Dairy Management • Parents who complete Family Life coursework will be able to: • ENVAG 104 - Careers Seminar in • ENVAG 243 - Marketing Agriculture Sustainable Agriculture (1) Products • Understand basic concepts of child development. • ENVAG 106 - Soil Science and • ENVAG 270 - Sustainable Small Conservation (5) Farming and Ranching • Understand child behavior. • Demonstrate effective parent/child • ENVAG 199 - Internship in • ENVAG 271 - Agricultural communication. Sustainable Agriculture (2) Entrepreneurship & Business Planning AND/OR • Demonstrate positive guidance • ENVAG 297 - Research in techniques. • ENVAG 297 - Research in Sustainable Agriculture • Gain confidence in parental roles as Sustainable Agriculture (2) • ENVAG 298 - Practicum in the child’s first and most important AND/OR Sustainable Agriculture teacher. • ENVAG 298 - Practicum in • Actively engage in the child’s Sustainable Agriculture (2) ETHNIC STUDIES “formal” educational experiences. • ENVAG 224 - Orchard Crop AREA OF STUDY: PUBLIC SERVICE & SOCIAL • Support the family’s home culture Production (5) SCIENCE and development of positive self- OR The Ethnic Studies program is de- esteem. signed to inform students about the • ENVAG 228 - Row Crop Production • Access formal and informal history and heritage of ethnic and oth- (5) resources to support healthy family er minorities in the United States. The development. • ENVAG 227 - Greenhouse Crop program acquaints all students with Production (3) their heritage and encourages their • Develop leadership skills in active participation in the examination planning, governance and • ENVAG 231 - Post-Harvest to Local administration of program Market Operations (3) of cultures that formed the American mosaic. The Ethnic Studies program activities. OR educates all students about social Courses • CUL 101 - Sustainable Food System injustice, racism, ethnocentrism, etc., • FL 131 - Parent Education Co-op, Practices (3) and aids in the reduction of prejudice Infants & Toddlers • ENVAG 270 - Sustainable Small and discrimination. • FL 132 - Parent Education Farming and Ranching (5) Related Degree Options Cooperative I • ENVAG 271 - Agricultural • FL 133 - Parent Education Entrepreneurship & Business Associate of Arts Direct Transfer Cooperative II Planning (5) Agreement, AA-DTA • FL 134 - Parent Education All ENVAG Courses Cooperative III Courses • ENVAG 101 - Agroecology: An • FL 140 - Parent Education Co-op for • ETHNC 100 - American Minorities: Ecological Approach to Agriculture Second Parent D • ENVAG 103 - Horticulture Plant Science • ETHNC 111 - History of the FIRE SCIENCES Northwest Indians: D • ENVAG 104 - Careers Seminar in AREA OF STUDY: PUBLIC SERVICE & SOCIAL Sustainable Agriculture • ETHNC 120 - Survey of the Chicano SCIENCE People • ENVAG 106 - Soil Science and The Fire Sciences Department (FIRE) Conservation • ETHNC 201 - Minorities in American provides training and education for Society: D students wishing to begin a career in • ENVAG 122 - Plant Propagation • ETHNC 299 - Learning into Action the fire service, attain a higher level of • ENVAG 199 - Internship in education, and/or prepare for career Sustainable Agriculture FAMILY LIFE advancement. • ENVAG 221 - Greenhouse-Nursery AREA OF STUDY: EDUCATION Within the Fire Sciences Department, Operations two degrees are offered: The Family Life (FL) program provides parents an opportunity to work with 4. The Fire Protection Technology,

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AAS degree is designed to prepare condition with little room for error-or practice is common among colleges those students wishing to enter better, adapting to the unforgiving cul- and universities in Washington the fire protection career as entry- ture of a critical public safety industry. State and is required by clinical level firefighters. It is a skills The training of students to become agencies where students complete and certification-based program career firefighters is a key component their clinical experiences. that prepares a student with the of the Fire Protection Technology pro- • Complete a Department of Motor education, certifications, and gram. Subjects included in the pro- Vehicle violation check. This check affiliation, valued by fire service gram help to improve the firefighter’s is used for training and counseling leaders. use of knowledge, tools and systems to purposes to determine suitability to 5. The Fire Service Administration, improve their career opportunities and gain employment in the fire service. AAS-T degree is designed for the lives of those who they serve. • Complete and pass a physical/ students who are currently working Degree Learning Outcomes medical evaluation by a physician as career firefighters and wish to approved by the program, create the opportunity for upward Graduates of the Fire Protection confirming physical ability to mobility. The degree is academic- perform structural firefighting Technology degree program will be based and is primarily online in activities in compliance with WAC able to: its delivery, suiting the needs of 296- 305-0159(7)(b). shift workers. The degree is fully • Understand how hostile fire • Costs associated with criminal transferable to bachelor-level conditions develop that threaten the background check, drug screen, programs. public and emergency responders. motor vehicle violation check and By adding a third year of general ed- • Understand how various physical/medical evaluations are ucation courses, students receiving work environments can effect the responsibility of the student. the Fire Protection Technology, AAS development of hostile fire Admission to individual classes for degree can also obtain the Fire Ser- conditions. those students not in the Fire Protec- vice Administration, AAS-T degree. • Efficiently utilize tactical tion Technology (FIRE) program is by Achieving the AAS-T degree means resources and effective methods Department Chair approval only. Pre- not only being prepared for an of deployment in responding to a requisites for all Fire Protection Tech- entry-level fire-fighting position, but variety of emergency incidents. nology classes must be met before also lays the foundation for eventual enrolling in that specific FIRE class. advancement in the fire service. • Possess a knowledge and skill set that allows them to be effective in ​Fire Protection Technology preventing hostile fire emergencies Work-Based Learning - Program Description occurring in their community. Students will integrate classroom Entry into the Program learning with work-based learning The Fire Protection Technology (FIRE) experience in Fire Service Internship program is designed to prepare the Please apply at Enrollment Services. (FIRE 199) at a supervised work site. student for an entry-level career as a Enrollment in the program is limited Department Chair approval is required. firefighter for private, municipal, in- to 36 students entering each Septem- Credits and grades are based on job- dustrial, state, and federal fire depart- ber. Selection is on a first-come, first hours worked, work performance and ments. Typical duties of firefighters served basis from an “interest” list. completion of the learning objectives may include responding to emergen- Students may enter the program only specified in the learning contract. cies and performing work to save lives, at the beginning of Fall Quarter. Winter stabilize emergency situations, reduce and/or Spring quarter entry is based Associate in Applied Science loss of property and improve public on prior experience and Department Degree safety. Chair permission. All students must The Fire Protection Technology, AAS Firefighters additionally inspect, exam- meet with the Fire Protection Technolo- is awarded upon completion of a ine and care for emergency apparatus gy Department Chair for an orientation minimum of 90 credits of specified and equipment and perform routine prior to registration. technical and related education course maintenance to restore apparatus to a Firefighter courses can be physically response-ready condition. work above the 100 level, with both an demanding. Students must be medical- overall 2.0 grade point average and a Fire Protection Technology is a sys- ly and physically fit to participate. Stu- 2.0 grade point average in the techni- tematic and organized inquiry into the dents will be subject to a background cal major. occurrence of fire and its control. It evaluation. Once accepted into the is about gaining a deeper and useful program, the following requirements Fire Service Administration - understanding of fire’s development, must be met: Program Description strategies used by the fire service to • Complete an Illegal Substance-Drug This degree provides the academic prevent its occurrence and lessen its Screen and Criminal Background foundation for advancement in fire impact, and methods employed to check. This is based on emergency service organizations. The degree is combat it. It is also about understand- medical industry standards and well suited for firefighters and line ing a complex vocation that calls upon Washington State laws protecting officers who seek to possess a strong its members to perform unusually vulnerable populations (RCW academic foundation in their current challenging tasks under virtually any 43.43.880 and 43.43.842). This

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position and/or promotional advance- Associate in Applied Science • FIRE 248 - Basic Emergency ment opportunity into supervisory or Transfer Degree (AAS-T) in Medical Technician, Part II (6) administrative positions. • PE 261 - Advanced Firefighter The FSA degree is intended to prepare Fire Service Administration Fitness (1) students to transfer to four-year col- (FSA) Total Hours: 17 leges/universities with junior standing and with the prerequisites for their The Fire Service Administration, AAS-T emergency service major completed. is awarded upon completion of a mini- Second Year mum of 90 credits of specified trans- At this time the Fire Service Admin- ferable course work above the 100 FALL istration - AAS-T Degree articulates level, with both an overall 2.0 grade into the Eastern Oregon University fire • FIRE 100 - Principles of Emergency point average and a 2.0 grade point Service Administration, Bachelor of Services (5) average in the technical major. At least Science degree and provides junior-lev- 25 college-level credits must be earned • FIRE 103 - Building Construction el standing. at SVC. Credits must satisfy course For Fire Protection (3) Degree Learning Outcomes requirements listed below. • FIRE 213 - Fire & Life Safety Education (3) Programs Graduates of the Fire Service • FIRE 214 - Fire Investigation (3) Administration Degree will be able to: Degree Map | AAS • FIRE 279 - Fire Services Safety & Survival (3) • Understand how hostile fire Fire Protection Technology conditions develop that threaten the Total Hours: 17 public and emergency responders. Includes required AAS courses. Stu- WINTER • Understand how various dent schedule may vary based on entry work environments can effect point, credit load, and prerequisites. • FIRE 101 - Fire Chemistry (3) development of hostile fire Consult with department chair or SVC conditions. counselor for scheduling options. • FIRE 211 - Fire Protection Systems (3) • Possess a knowledge and skill set First Year that allows them to be effective in • FIRE 275 - Emergency Service preventing hostile fire emergencies FALL Leadership (3) occurring in their community. • † MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) • FIRE 120 - Firefighter Skills I (8) Total Hours: 14 Entry into the Program • FIRE 160 - Hazardous Materials Please apply at Enrollment Services. First Responder (5) SPRING All students must meet in person or • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience electronically with the Fire Protection (2) • FIRE 199 - Fire Service Internship Technology Department Chair for an (1) orientation prior to registration. Ad- • PE 161 - Fire Fighter Fitness and Wellness (2) • FIRE 215 - Fire Inspection & Code mission to individual classes for those Enforcement (3) students not in the Fire Service Admin- Total Hours: 17 istration program is by Department • FIRE 230 - Fire Service Hydraulics Chair approval only. Prerequisites for WINTER (3) all Fire Service Administration classes • FIRE 278 - Managing Company must be met before enrolling in that • FIRE 121 - Firefighter Skills II (4) Tactical Operations (3) specific class. • FIRE 247 - Basic Emergency • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) Medical Technician, Part I (6) Work-Based Learning Total Hours: 15 • PE 261 - Advanced Firefighter Students will integrate classroom Fitness (1) Note: learning with work-based learning † Students who do not receive appro- experience in Fire Service Internship • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I priate placement test score will require FIRE 199 at a supervised work site. (5) additional coursework to develop nec- Department Chair approval is required. Total Hours: 16 essary skills for entry into class. Credits and grades are based on job- hours worked, work performance and SPRING completion of the learning objectives Fire Service Administration, specified in the learning contract. • FIRE 122 - Firefighter Skills III (4) AAS-T • FIRE 130 - Emergency Vehicle Driving (3) Includes required AAS-T courses. Stu- dent schedule may vary based on entry • FIRE 240 - Rescue Systems point, credit load, and prerequisites. Awareness (3)

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Consult with department chair or SVC • FIRE 211 - Fire Protection Systems SPRING counselor for scheduling options. (3) • FIRE 199 - Fire Service Internship • FIRE 212 - Fire Codes & Ordinances Purpose (1) (3) This degree provides the academic • FIRE 230 - Fire Service Hydraulics • FIRE 212 - Fire Codes & Ordinances foundation for advancement in fire (3) (3) service organizations. The degree is • FIRE 275 - Emergency Service • FIRE 230 - Fire Service Hydraulics well suited for firefighters and line Leadership (3) (3) officers who seek to possess a strong • FIRE 278 - Managing Company academic foundation in their current • FIRE 278 - Managing Company Tactical Operations (3) position and/or promotional advance- Tactical Operations (3) ment opportunity into supervisory or • FIRE 279 - Fire Services Safety & • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) administrative positions. Survival (3) HUMANITIES The FSA degree is intended to prepare 6. Distribution Requirements (45 cr.) Total Hours: 15 students to transfer to four-year col- • Natural Science leges/universities with junior standing Second Year and with the prerequisites for their • Social Science emergency service major completed. • Humanities FALL Degree Requirements Work with your advisor to select the • ~ CHEM& 121 - Intro to Chemistry appropriate distribution courses (pp (5) Students must complete a minimum 36-37) for your area of interest and NATURAL SCIENCES of 90 quarter credits in transferable chosen bachelor degree transfer. courses numbered 100 or above with • ~ MUSC& 105 - Music Appreciation a cumulative grade point average of at 7. Firefighter Internship (2 cr.) (5) least 2.0 in order to graduate from SVC • FIRE 199 - Fire Service Internship HUMANITIES with an AAS-T Fire Service Administra- (1) • ~ POLS& 202 - American tion degree. At least 25 college-level Government: D (5) credits must be earned at SVC. Credits SOCIAL SCIENCES must satisfy course requirements Degree Map listed below. Total Hours: 15 1. First Quarter Experience (2 cr.) First Year WINTER • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience FALL • ~ ART 144 - Modern Art History: D (2) • FIRE 100 - Principles of Emergency (5) 2. Communication Skills (10 cr.) Services (5) HUMANITIES • ENGL& 101 - English Composition • FIRE 103 - Building Construction • ~ ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) I (5) For Fire Protection (3) • ~ DRMA& 101 - Intro to Theatre: D • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) • FIRE 199 - Fire Service Internship (5) 3. Quantitative Skills (5 cr.) (1) HUMANITIES • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) • FIRE 210 - Fundamentals of Fire Total Hours: 15 Prevention (3) 4. Diversity Requirement SPRING • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience At least one Diversity Intensive course (2) • ~ MIT 213 - Digital Photography (5) is required. Students should use the SVC online quarterly class schedule • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I • ~ PSYC& 100 - General Psychology search or consult their faculty advisor (5) (5) or counselor to identify courses that Total Hours: 19 SOCIAL SCIENCES fulfill this requirement. • ~ SOC& 101 - Intro to Sociology: D WINTER 5. Required Fire Service (5) SOCIAL SCIENCES Administration Courses (32 cr.) • FIRE 101 - Fire Chemistry (3) Total Hours: 15 • FIRE 100 - Principles of Emergency • FIRE 211 - Fire Protection Systems Services (5) (3) Note: • FIRE 101 - Fire Chemistry (3) • FIRE 275 - Emergency Service † Students who do not receive appro- FIRE 103 - Building Construction For Leadership (3) priate placement test score will require Fire Protection (3) • FIRE 279 - Fire Services Safety & additional coursework to develop nec- • FIRE 210 - Fundamentals of Fire Survival (3) essary skills for entry into class. Prevention (3) NATURAL SCIENCES Total Hours: 17

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~ Or, work with your advisor to select courses are aimed at enabling stu- Program Learning Outcomes the appropriate distribution classes for dents to gain proficiency in compre- your area of interest. hension, speaking, reading, writing and Graduates of the Geographic cultural competence. These courses Information Systems program will be Courses are transferable and meet humanities able to: • FIRE 100 - Principles of Emergency distribution, and/or elective require- • Understand and apply GIS software Services ments, depending on the specific de- to create and manage spatial gree sought or intended major. (Please • FIRE 101 - Fire Chemistry datasets. note: the offering of these courses is • FIRE 103 - Building Construction subject to instructor availability and • Manage spatial datasets at For Fire Protection student interest and demand.) appropriate precision and scales. • FIRE 120 - Firefighter Skills I • Integrate and manage remote • FIRE 121 - Firefighter Skills II Related Degree Options sensing, aerial, and physical • FIRE 122 - Firefighter Skills III attributes. • FIRE 126 - Wildland Firefighting Associate of Arts Direct • Utilize and incorporate local, regional, and federal datasets • FIRE 130 - Emergency Vehicle Transfer Agreement, AA-DTA appropriately. Driving • FIRE 140 - Emergency Medical Courses Related Degree Options Responder • FRCH 299 - Learning into Action • FIRE 160 - Hazardous Materials • FRCH& 121 - French I: D Environmental Conservation, First Responder • FRCH& 122 - French II: D AAS-T • FIRE 162 - Hazardous Materials • FRCH& 123 - French III: D Awareness For Public Safety Courses • FIRE 199 - Fire Service Internship GEOGRAPHIC • GIS 101 - Introduction to • FIRE 210 - Fundamentals of Fire Geographic Information Systems Prevention INFORMATION SYSTEMS • GIS 102 - Geographic Information • FIRE 211 - Fire Protection Systems AREA OF STUDY: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, & MATH (STEM) Systems II • FIRE 212 - Fire Codes & Ordinances The Geographic Information Systems • GIS 105 - Introduction to Global • FIRE 223 - Live Fire Operations (GIS) classes are designed to provide Positioning Systems (GPS) • FIRE 230 - Fire Service Hydraulics students with software knowledge to • GIS 106 - Advanced Global manage information or attributes that • FIRE 240 - Rescue Systems Positioning Systems have a geographic reference point Awareness • GIS 199 - Cooperative Education attached. Different attributes and • FIRE 241 - Vehicle Extrication types of information can be displayed • GIS 202 - Introduction to Remote • FIRE 242 - Basic Emergency as maps. This allows analyzing data Sensing Medical Technician with respect to its spatial relationships. • GIS 203 - Advanced GIS Project • FIRE 246 - Wilderness EMT Geographic Information Systems are software and hardware that electroni- • FIRE 247 - Basic Emergency GEOGRAPHY cally manage these spatial data sets on Medical Technician, Part I AREA OF STUDY: PUBLIC SERVICE & SOCIAL virtual or real maps. Their use is revo- SCIENCE • FIRE 248 - Basic Emergency lutionizing spatial analysis in forestry, Geography is the study of the interre- Medical Technician, Part II fish and wildlife, population studies, lationships between the Earth and its • FIRE 275 - Emergency Service land-use planning, marketing, and oth- people. It focuses on climate, land, Leadership er fields that involve the integration of water, space, mineral resources, popu- • FIRE 278 - Managing Company information and geography. Advanced lation density, changes in the environ- Tactical Operations uses integrate GPS data management ment, and how man adapts to them. with mapping and displaying software. • FIRE 279 - Fire Services Safety & Geography is recommended for a glob- Survival GIS software is used by environmental al perspective on any discipline and is managers, city and county administra- especially useful for future educators. tions, natural resource managers, fish FRENCH and wildlife managers, sales analysts, Related Degree Options AREA OF STUDY: ARTS & COMMUNICATION utility companies, and real estate agents. Associate of Arts Direct Transfer Program Description Agreement, AA-DTA French courses, offered through the World Languages Department, are Courses offered in a continuous, one-year • GEOG 295 - Geography Integrative program with courses that range from Experience Seminar beginning to intermediate levels. The • GEOG 299 - Learning into Action

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• GEOG& 100 - Introduction to • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience 6TH QUARTER Geography (2) • PHYS& 233 - Engineering Phys Lab • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I III (1) GEOLOGY (5) • PHYS& 243 - Engineering Physics III AREA OF STUDY: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, • MATH& 141 - Precalculus I (5) ENGINEERING, & MATH (STEM) (5) PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Total Hours: 17 * Elective (5) The Earth Sciences and Physics Total Hours: 16 (PHYS) program at Skagit Valley Col- 2ND QUARTER lege is designed to serve the diverse • CHEM& 162 - General Chem w/Lab * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, needs of the community by inspiring II (5) pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course students with an interest in discovery requirements with an SVC advisor. Students and a desire for lifelong learning, as • MATH& 142 - Precalculus II (5) are responsible for checking specific major well as by promoting critical thinking * Humanities course (5), preferably in requirements of baccalaureate institutions. skills. Interested non-majors, as well Learning Community format. as Earth Science, and Environmental SUGGESTED: ART& 100, DRMA& 101, Related Degree Options Science majors, can choose from intro- ENGL& 112, ENGL 115, ENGL 202, MUSC& ductory level classes in Earth System 105, PHIL& 101, PHIL 215, WRLD LANG Associate of Arts Direct Transfer Science, including: Meteorology, (EASC 121. Agreement, AA-DTA 102), Physical Geology (GEOL& 101), Total Hours: 15 Oceanography (OCEA& 101). Addi- tional classes include Environmental 3RD QUARTER HEALTH & FITNESS Geology (GEOL& 110) and Geology of the Pacific Northwest (GEOL& 208). • CHEM& 163 - General Chem w/Lab TECHNICIAN Prior college-level course work in Earth III (5) AREA OF STUDY: HEALTH SCIENCES Sciences is recommended when taking • MATH& 151 - Calculus I (5) Program Description these latter two courses. Students with * Social Sciences course (5), an interest in the natural history of the The Health and Fitness Technician preferably in Learning Community Pacific Northwest should also consid- (HFT) program prepares students format. er taking the spring field experience for work in the expanding health and courses in Western Washington (NASC SUGGESTED: ANTH& 206, ECON 101, fitness industry. GEOG& 100, HIST&, PSYC& 100, POLS& 160) or Eastern Washington (NASC 101, SOSC 100. Students completing the first year cur- 161). Total Hours: 15 riculum will earn a certificate in Health Degrees Options & Fitness and are prepared for profes- sional certification and employment. Second Year Students wishing to advance their Degree Map | AS-T Track #1 4TH QUARTER education may continue with second year courses and earn the Associate of Geology • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal Applied Science (AAS) degree in Health Communication: D (5) and Fitness (Health & Fitness Techni- The two-year suggested schedule cian, AAS). The HFT AAS articulates • MATH& 152 - Calculus II (5) below is provided as only a guide for a with the Bachelor of Applied Science in traditional full-time student whose goal • PHYS& 231 - Engineering Phys Lab I Applied Management (BASAM), which is the Transfer Track 1 AS-T degree (1) further prepares Health & Fitness with an emphasis in Geology. Frequent • PHYS& 241 - Engineering Physics I graduates for management positions in course offerings allow for individu- (5) fitness-related workplaces. alized schedules that will ensure all student degree objectives are met. Total Hours: 16 First year courses leading to a cer- tificate in Health & Fitness include Student schedule may vary based on 5TH QUARTER Foundations of Personal Training, Anat- entry point, credit load, and prerequi- omy and Physiology for HFT, Fitness sites. Consult with department chair or • CHEM 295 - Chemistry Integrative Testing, Nutrition, Kinesiology, Princi- SVC counselor for scheduling options. Experience Seminar (2) ples of Strength Training, Principles of Note: An ampersand (&) designates Cardiorespiratory Training, and others. • GEOL& 101 - Intro Physical Geology Common Course Numbering. Second year courses leading to the (5) Health & Fitness AAS include Group First Year • MATH& 153 - Calculus III (5) Fitness Instructor Preparation, Princi- 1ST QUARTER • PHYS& 232 - Engineering Phys Lab ples of Exercise Science, Psychology, II (1) Biology, Introduction to Business, and others. Common job titles include Per- • CHEM& 161 - General Chem w/Lab I • PHYS& 242 - Engineering Physics II sonal Trainer, Fitness Trainer, Fitness (5) (5) Specialist, Health Coach, and Group Total Hours: 18 Fitness Instructor.

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Program Learning Outcomes GPA in each course plus a high school Second Year diploma or GED. Graduates of the Health & Fitness FALL Associate in Applied Science Technician certificate program will • HFT 209 - Fitness Instructor Prep be able to: (AAS) Degree (3) • Be prepared to obtain an entry-level An Associate in Applied Science De- • BIOL& 160 - General Biology w/Lab position in a health-fitness related gree, AAS is awarded upon completion (5) workplace. of a minimum of 90 credits of specified • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I • Be prepared to pass a nationally course work with a minimum 2.0 grade (5) accredited Personal Trainer point average in each course plus a certification exam. high school diploma or GED. • PSYC& 100 - General Psychology (5) • Demonstrate proficiency in Programs developing and instructing safe Total Hours: 18 and effective personal training programs to improve stability, Degree Map | AAS WINTER mobility, and function. Health & Fitness Technician • BIOL& 241 - Human Anatomy and • Be prepared to use appropriate Physiology I (5) strategies to motivate clients to The student must maintain a 2.0 grade adopt healthier behaviors. point average in each course and com- • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal Communication: D (5) • Demonstrate proficiency at basic plete the following: fitness assessment and program • † WMATH 100 - Professional design. First Year Technical Applied Math (5) • Demonstrate critical thinking, FALL Total Hours: 15 teamwork, communication, and technical and information literacy • HFT 107 - Foundations of Personal SPRING skills. Training (5) • HFT 108 - Leadership and • HFT 105 - Principles of Exercise In addition, Graduates of the Health Implementation (3) Science (5) & Fitness Technician AAS will be able • BIOL& 242 - Human A & P II (5) to • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience (2) • BUS& 101 - Intro to Business (5) • Be prepared to pass a nationally accredited Group Fitness Instructor • PE 113 - Aerobic Weight Circuit Total Hours: 15 certification exam. Training (1-2) Note: • Demonstrate proficiency in * PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and CPR developing and leading group (2) * or a valid CPR/First Aid certification from an approved provider. exercise programs. Total Hours: 14 • Be prepared to apply business and † Students who do not receive an ap- marketing principles in a fitness WINTER propriate test score will require addi- setting. tional coursework to develop necessary • HFT 100 - Stability, Mobility and skills for entry into class. Entry into the Program Movement (3) Please apply at Enrollment Services. • HFT 103 - Fitness Testing (3) Degree Map | AA-DTA The admission and registration guide- • HFT 136 - Anatomy & Physiology for Kinesiology Exercise lines are listed in the catalog and on Health & Fitness Tech (5) the College’s website at www.skagit. Science Emphasis • NUTR& 101 - Nutrition (5) edu. Students may only enter the The suggested schedule below in- Health & Fitness Technician program Total Hours: 16 cludes required DTA courses. Student at the beginning of Fall quarter. SPRING schedule may vary based on entry Work-Based Learning point, credit load, and prerequisites. • HFT 101 - Introduction to Consult with department chair or SVC Students will integrate their classroom Kinesiology (5) counselor for scheduling options. learning with work-based learning by The two-year suggested schedule be- participating in Cooperative Education • HFT 102 - Principles of Strength low is provided as a guide for a tradi- (HFT 199) at a supervised work site. Training (4) tional full-time student who is seeking Department Chair approval is required. • HFT 104 - Principles of to transfer and major in Kinesiology/ Cardiorespiratory Training (2) Program Certificate Exercise Science. • HFT 199 - Cooperative Education A Health & Fitness Technician Certif- Experience (1-15) icate is awarded upon completion of required courses with a minimum 2.0 Total Hours: 14

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First Year • HFT 105 - Principles of Exercise Courses Science (5) 1ST QUARTER • HFT 100 - Stability, Mobility and Total Hours: 15 Movement • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience • HFT 101 - Introduction to (2) * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, Kinesiology pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I requirements with an SVC advisor. Students • HFT 102 - Principles of Strength (5) are responsible for checking specific major Training • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats requirements of baccalaureate institutions. • HFT 103 - Fitness Testing (5) • HFT 104 - Principles of • PE 103 - Wellness Movement (2) Degree Map | AAS Cardiorespiratory Training Total Hours:15 Health & Fitness Technician • HFT 105 - Principles of Exercise Science 2ND QUARTER 44 credits • HFT 106 - Injury Prevention • HFT 107 - Foundations of Personal • CHEM& 121 - Intro to Chemistry (5) A certificate is awarded to students who complete the following cours- Training • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) es with a 2.0 grade point average • HFT 108 - Leadership and • PSYC& 100 - General Psychology or above in each course plus a high Implementation (5) school diploma or GED. • HFT 136 - Anatomy & Physiology Total Hours: 15 1ST QUARTER for Health & Fitness Tech • HFT 199 - Cooperative Education 3RD QUARTER • HFT 107 - Foundations of Personal Experience Training (5) • BIOL& 160 - General Biology w/Lab • HFT 209 - Fitness Instructor Prep • HFT 108 - Leadership and (5) Implementation (3) • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) HISTORY • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience AREA OF STUDY: PUBLIC SERVICE & SOCIAL • PSYC& 200 - Lifespan Psychology (2) SCIENCE (5) • PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and CPR Program Description Total Hours: 15 (2) • PE 103 - Wellness Movement (2)) Skagit Valley College offers year- Second Year long survey classes in World History, Total Hours: 14 Western Civilization, and United States 4TH QUARTER History. Students may take an entire 2ND QUARTER sequence or a single quarter. Apart • BIOL& 241 - Human Anatomy and from high interest and relevance, stu- Physiology I (5) • HFT 100 - Stability, Mobility and dents should consider studying history Movement (3) • NUTR& 101 - Nutrition (5) in order to be informed and responsi- * Humanities course (5), preferably in • HFT 103 - Fitness Testing (3) ble global citizens. Learning Community format. • HFT 136 - Anatomy & Physiology for Related Degree Options Health & Fitness Tech (5) Total Hours: 15 • NUTR& 101 - Nutrition (5) Associate of Arts Direct Transfer 5TH QUARTER Total Hours: 16 Agreement, AA-DTA • BIOL& 242 - Human A & P II (5) 3RD QUARTER Programs • PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and CPR (2) • HFT 101 - Introduction to Degree Map | AA-DTA • SOC& 101 - Intro to Sociology: D (5) Kinesiology (5) History Emphasis * Humanities course (5), preferably in • HFT 102 - Principles of Strength Training (4) Learning Community format. The suggested schedule below in- • HFT 104 - Principles of Total Hours: 17 cludes required DTA courses with an Cardiorespiratory Training (2) emphasis in History. Student schedule 6TH QUARTER • HFT 199 - Cooperative Education may vary based on entry point, credit Experience (1-15) (3 credits) load, and prerequisites. Consult with • BIOL& 260 - Microbiology (5) department chair or SVC counselor for Total Hours: 14 • CHEM& 131 - Intro to Organic/ scheduling options. Biochemistry (5) The two-year suggested schedule or 161 passed with a 2.0 or better. below is provided as only a guide for a traditional full-time student whose goal

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is the Associate of Arts Direct Transfer • HIST& 127 - World Civilizations II: D Agreement, AA-DTA. Frequent course (5) HUMANITIES AREA OF STUDY: PUBLIC SERVICE & SOCIAL offerings allow for individualized • PE Activity (1) schedules that will ensure all student SCIENCE degree objectives are met. * Humanities course (5), preferably in Learning Community format. Program Description Note: An ampersand (&) designates SUGGESTED: ENGL& 112 OR ENGL& 113. Common Course Numbering. Humanities courses focus on culture, Total Hours: 16 the history of human civilization, and First Year its creative products. Traditional areas 6TH QUARTER of study include the fine and perform- 1ST QUARTER ing arts, film, photography, archi- • HIST& 128 - World Civilizations III: tecture, literature, and philosophy, • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience D (5) most often in an historical context. (2) * Humanities course (5), preferably in Other disciplines that are frequently • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I Learning Community format. considered include religion, psychol- (5) ogy, myth, and science and scientific SUGGESTED: ART& 100, ART 181, DRMA& • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) 101 OR POLS& 202. discovery. In this global age, it is only through an understanding of our own • PE Activity (1) * Natural Science course (5) with lab, civilization and culture that we can preferably in Learning Community • SOSC 100 - Global Issues/Social hope to gain insights into others. format. Science (5) SUGGESTED: ASTR& 100, EASC 102, EASC Related Degree Options Total Hours: 14 110, PHYS& 100. Total Hours: 15 Associate of Arts Direct Transfer 2ND QUARTER Agreement, AA-DTA • CMST& 102 - Intro to Mass Media * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course (5) Courses requirements with an SVC advisor. Students • HUM 295 - Humanities Integrative • HIST& 116 - Western Civilization I are responsible for checking specific major Experience Seminar (5) requirements of baccalaureate institutions. • HUM 299 - Learning into Action • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) Courses • HUM& 101 - Intro to Humanities Total Hours: 15 • HIST 121 - Religions of the World: D • HIST 242 - History of the Modern 3RD QUARTER HUMAN SERVICES Middle East: D AREA OF STUDY: PUBLIC SERVICE & SOCIAL • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) • HIST 270 - History of Modern Asia SCIENCE • HIST& 214 - Pacific NW History (5) • HIST 280 - Introduction to Chinese Program Description Civilization * Natural Science course (5) with lab, The Human Services (HSERV) program • HIST 295 - History Integrative preferably in Learning Community prepares students for employment in a Experience Seminar format. broad range of social service agencies. SUGGESTED: EASC 102, EASC 110, EASC • HIST 299 - Learning into Action Typical job titles include substance use 120 OR ENVS& 101 OR GEOL& 110. • HIST& 116 - Western Civilization I disorder treatment professionals, res- Total Hours: 15 • HIST& 117 - Western Civilization II: idential treatment workers, case man- D agers, out-reach and community work- Second Year ers. The program has a core of courses • HIST& 118 - Western Civilization III: that all students must complete for 4TH QUARTER D the Associate in Applied Science • HIST& 126 - World Civilizations I: D Degree, AAS with either a Generalist • BIOL& 100 - Survey of Biology (5) • HIST& 127 - World Civilizations II: D or Substance Use Disorder Counseling emphasis. By their second quarter, • HIST& 118 - Western Civilization III: • HIST& 128 - World Civilizations III: students determine which HSERV D (5) D emphasis they will pursue. Students * Humanities course (5), preferably in • HIST& 146 - US History I: D must enroll in HSERV 198 - Pre-Practi- Learning Community format. • HIST& 147 - US History II: D cum Seminar which prepares students SUGGESTED: ART& 100, ART 101, ART 181, DRMA& 101, MUSC 100. • HIST& 148 - US History III: D for practicum (work-based experience) in an agency. After a student’s first • HIST& 214 - Pacific NW History Total Hours: 15 quarter, the HSERV full-time faculty will • HIST& 215 - Women in US History serve as the students’ advisors. 5TH QUARTER • HIST& 219 - Native American The Human Services program includes • HIST& 126 - World Civilizations I: D History: D classroom training in interpersonal (5) communications, counseling, ethics, case management, substance abuse

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treatment and crisis intervention. An programs) to solve problems and substance abuse treatment field. agency-based practicum experience resolve conflicts. Upon completion of the coursework, is also required. Many courses are • Integrate cross-cultural be prepared to become a Chemical offered sequentially and students are competencies with sensitivity Dependency Professional (CDP). expected to take courses in sequence. toward uniqueness to better meet Entry into the Program Students interested in transferring to a the needs of the clients served. four-year college should see a counsel- • Effectively communicate orally and Please apply at Enrollment Services. or or their Human Services advisor for in writing in ways that minimize Students may enter the program at assistance in program planning. Please conflict and maximize clarity with the beginning of any quarter, and note this is a Professional/Technical diverse people. advanced standing may be requested program and does not offer a standard for some courses. All students entering • Resolve conflict and crisis transfer degree. For information on the Human Services program must situations in a professional manner. articulation agreements with university take the college placement test. This programs, see the Associate in Applied can be arranged by contacting Enroll- Science degree information below. The Substance Use Disorder ment Services. department chair’s phone number is Counseling Emphasis 360.416.7704. Returning students who Work-Based Learning have already earned college degrees Graduates of the Human Services Students will integrate their classroom and who are interested in taking Substance Use Disorder Counseling learning with work-based learning by coursework necessary to become a emphasis program will be able to: completing a total of 12 credits (360 Chemical Dependency Professional work hours) of supervised practicum (CDP), please contact the department • Understand the pharmacological actions of alcohol and other drugs. work. Students enrolled in Practicum chair at: 360.416.7704 (HSERV 199) must enroll concurrent- • Develop an understanding Program Learning Outcomes ly in the Practicum Seminar (HSERV of effective drug and alcohol 200). Each practicum requires permis- prevention and relapse prevention sion of the Department Chairs. Credits Generalist Emphasis programs as well as local client, and grades in HSERV 199 are based family and community drug on job hours worked, work experience, prevention education opportunities. Graduates of the Human Services a site visit, completion of learning Generalist emphasis program will be • Successfully complete Washington objectives, meeting time lines for all able to: State’s HIV/AIDS brief risk paperwork, satisfactory completion of intervention (8 hours) training for a work journal, and quality of all grad- • Assess client needs, plan those with addictive disorders. ing criteria. strategies, implement services, and document relevant information • Demonstrate familiarity with Students enrolling in Practicum in styles and formats consistent substance abuse and addiction (HSERV 199) may be required by with agency requirements and best treatment methods, addiction agencies to apply for registration with practices models. placement, continuing care, and the Washington State Department of discharge criteria (including Health (DOH) as counselor trainees. • Establish a respectful, American Society of Addiction Such registration includes filling out a nonjudgmental, and professional Medicine (ASAM) criteria). disclosure statement and may include therapeutic or supportive a criminal background check. Students relationship with clients of Human • Learn and practice professional may submit this application while Services and colleagues in a variety and ethical behavior which includes enrolled in HSERV 198. Passing HSERV of settings. being respectful, reliable, culturally sensitive, respecting of each client’s 101 and HSERV 198 with grades of C • Provide quality client care personal boundaries, knowing or better is a prerequisite for enroll- by integrating interpersonal the rules of confidentiality, and ment in Practicum. communications skills, relationship adhering to mandatory reporting building skills, teamwork skills and laws. Associate in Applied Science problem solving skills in various Degree social service and addiction • Apply key principles in treatment settings. developmental and abnormal An Associate in Applied Science degree psychology to the experiences of (AAS) is awarded upon completion • In conjunction with other drug abusing and drug addicted of a minimum of 90 credits of speci- professionals, implement treatment patients (both youth and adult). fied technical and related education plans that recognize and maximize coursework above 100-level with both individual and family strengths, • Learn and practice current an overall 2.0 grade point average and respect ethno-cultural values, and assessment and case management a 2.0 grade point average in the techni- address the needs and challenges techniques. cal major. The Human Services-Gener- of the individual and/or family. • Demonstrate an understanding alist Emphasis, AAS currently requires of the 26 focus areas that the • Work collaboratively with others completion of 92 credits, and the Washington State Department of (family members, program Human Services-Generalist Emphasis, Health has mandated as essential staff, representatives from other AAS requires completion of 98 credits. knowledge for those entering the

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For those students who wish to pursue Second Year First Year a Bachelor’s degree after completion of an AAS degree, the Human Services FALL FALL program has transfer agreements with • HSERV 199 - Practicum (1-4) • HSERV 101 - Introduction to Human Fairhaven College and Trinity Western Services (3) University in Bellingham, and Ever- • HSERV 200 - Practicum Seminar (1) green State College in Olympia. • HSERV 203 - Introduction to • HSERV 141 - Alcoholism and other Addictive Disorders (5) Programs Counseling (5) • HSERV 231 - Psychopathology and • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience (2) Degree Map | AAS Therapeutic Intervention in Mental Health (4) • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I Human Services - Generalist * PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and CPR (5) Emphasis (2) Total Hours: 15 Total Hours: 16 Includes required AAS courses. Stu- WINTER dent schedule may vary based on entry point, credit load, and prerequisites. WINTER • HSERV 145 - Addictions and the Consult with department chair or SVC • HSERV 102 - Generalist Case Law (3) counselor for scheduling options. Management (5) • HSERV 171 - HIV/AIDS & Bld First Year • HSERV 199 - Practicum (1-4) Pathogen Trng for Chem Depend Prof (1) • HSERV 200 - Practicum Seminar (1) FALL • HSERV 198 - Pre-Practicum • HSERV 245 - Professional Ethics (3) • HSERV 101 - Introduction to Human Seminar (3) Services (3) Total Hours: 13 • OBT 122 - MS Word I (3)

• HSERV 141 - Alcoholism and other SPRING * PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and CPR Addictive Disorders (5) (2) • HSERV 198 - Pre-Practicum • HSERV 131 - Human Development • † WMATH 100 - Professional Seminar (3) (5) Technical Applied Math (5) • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience • HSERV 221 - Crisis Intervention (5) Total Hours: 17 (2) • HSERV 232 - Pluralism in Human • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I Services: D (5) SPRING (5) Total Hours: 15 • HSERV 132 - Motivational Interviewing (4) Total Hours: 18 Note: • HSERV 199 - Practicum (1-4) WINTER † Students who do not receive an ap- propriate test score will require addi- • HSERV 200 - Practicum Seminar (1) • HSERV 147 - Basic Mediation tional coursework to develop necessary • HSERV 248 - Adolescent Addictive Training (5) skills for entry into class. (BUS 111 will Disorders Counseling (3) substitute for WMATH 100) • OBT 122 - MS Word I (3) • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal * Or a valid CPR/First Aid certification • † WMATH 100 - Professional Communication: D (5) from an approved provider Technical Applied Math (5) Total Hours: 17 Total Hours: 13 Degree Map | AAS Second Year SPRING Human Services-Substance FALL • HSERV 121 - Introduction to Use Disorder (SUD) Disabilities and Disability Law (4) Counseling Emphasis • HSERV 199 - Practicum (1-4) • HSERV 132 - Motivational • HSERV 200 - Practicum Seminar (1) Interviewing (4) Includes required AAS courses. Stu- dent schedule may vary based on entry • HSERV 203 - Introduction to • HSERV 199 - Practicum (1-4) point, credit load, and prerequisites. Counseling (5) • HSERV 200 - Practicum Seminar (1) Consult with department chair or SVC • HSERV 231 - Psychopathology and counselor for scheduling options. Therapeutic Intervention in Mental • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal Health (4) Communication: D (5) • HSERV 242 - Physiology & Total Hours: 18 Pharmacology of Psychoactive Drugs (3) Total Hours: 17

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WINTER 1ST QUARTER • HSERV 147 - Basic Mediation Training • HSERV 199 - Practicum (1-4) • HSERV 141 - Alcoholism and other • HSERV 171 - HIV/AIDS & Bld Addictive Disorders (5) • HSERV 200 - Practicum Seminar (1) Pathogen Trng for Chem Depend • HSERV 241 - Addictive Disorders & • HSERV 171 - HIV/AIDS & Bld Prof the Family (3) Pathogen Trng for Chem Depend • HSERV 198 - Pre-Practicum Prof (1) • HSERV 243 - Substance Use Seminar Disorder Assessment & Case Mgmt. • HSERV 203 - Introduction to • HSERV 199 - Practicum Counseling (5) (4) • HSERV 200 - Practicum Seminar • HSERV 231 - Psychopathology and • HSERV 245 - Professional Ethics (3) • HSERV 203 - Introduction to Therapeutic Intervention in Mental Counseling Total Hours: 15 Health (4) • HSERV 221 - Crisis Intervention Total Hours: 18 SPRING • HSERV 222 - Counseling Theories and Therapies • HSERV 131 - Human Development 2ND QUARTER (5) • HSERV 231 - Psychopathology and • HSERV 145 - Addictions and the Therapeutic Intervention in Mental • HSERV 221 - Crisis Intervention (5) Law (3) Health • HSERV 232 - Pluralism in Human • HSERV 241 - Addictive Disorders & • HSERV 232 - Pluralism in Human Services: D (5) the Family (3) Services: D • HSERV 244 - Group Process and • HSERV 243 - Substance Use • HSERV 241 - Addictive Disorders & Addictive Disorders (3) Disorder Assessment & Case Mgmt. the Family Total Hours: 18 (4) • HSERV 242 - Physiology & • HSERV 245 - Professional Ethics (3) Pharmacology of Psychoactive Note: Drugs Total Hours: 13 † Students who do not receive an ap- • HSERV 243 - Substance Use propriate test score will require addi- Disorder Assessment & Case Mgmt. tional coursework to develop necessary 3RD QUARTER skills for entry into class. (BUS 111 will • HSERV 244 - Group Process and • HSERV 131 - Human Development substitute for WMATH 100). Addictive Disorders (5) * Or a valid CPR/First Aid certification • HSERV 245 - Professional Ethics • HSERV 222 - Counseling Theories from an approved provider. • HSERV 248 - Adolescent Addictive and Therapies (5) Disorders Counseling • HSERV 232 - Pluralism in Human Degree Map | Certificate Services: D (5) INTERNATIONAL Human Services Substance • HSERV 244 - Group Process and Use Disorder Counseling Addictive Disorders (3) STUDIES AREA OF STUDY: PUBLIC SERVICE & SOCIAL • HSERV 248 - Adolescent Addictive SCIENCE 52 credits Disorders Counseling (3) This certificate is designed for re- Total Hours: 21 Program Description students and professionals interested in becoming Substance Use The 40-credit academic certificate Courses Disorder (SUD) counseling profession- program in International Studies (IS) is als. The SUD designation is granted by • HSERV 101 - Introduction to Human designed to give students in any major the Washington State Department of Services a broad understanding of contempo- Health (DOH) upon successful comple- • HSERV 102 - Generalist Case rary global issues and their origins. tion of a minimum of 45 credits of spe- Management Students complete two, 5-credit core cific academic coursework, completion courses listed below, with the remain- • HSERV 110 - Introduction to ing 30 credits from approved content of internship hours, and successful Caregiving passage of an examination through the courses in Arts, Business, Social Sci- DOH. Completion of the SVC certificate • HSERV 121 - Introduction to ences, and Natural Sciences. will acknowledge the completion of ac- Disabilities and Disability Law For most SVC associate’s transfer ademic coursework. The course objec- • HSERV 131 - Human Development degrees, the non-core courses below can tives outlined by DOH are found within • HSERV 132 - Motivational simultaneously satisfy the requirements the SUD track of the Human Services Interviewing of both the associate’s degree and this AAS degree. A certificate is awarded to certificate. With careful planning, this • HSERV 141 - Alcoholism and other students who complete the following means this certificate can be earned Addictive Disorders courses with a 2.0 grade point average by taking just the two IS core courses, or above in each course. • HSERV 145 - Addictions and the since the 30 non-core credits meet the Law requirements of the associate’s degree.

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However, certificate requirements can nical communication, and the basic * Natural Science (5), preferably in also be satisfied independently without principles of journalism. the Learning Community format: pursuing an associate’s degree. Contact Students create and publish The Cardi- SUGGESTED: BIOL 111, EASC 102, EASC an IS advisor for advising assistance. nal, an SVC student newspaper as part 111, OR PHYS 111. of their coursework. * Social Sciences course (5), Programs preferably in Learning Community Related Degree Options format. International Studies Associate of Arts Direct Transfer SUGGESTED: PSYC& 100 OR SOSC 100. Agreement, AA-DTA Total Hours: 17 Courses • IS 200 - States and Capitalism: Programs Second Year the Origins of Western Wealth and Power Degree Map | AA-DTA 4TH QUARTER • IS 201 - The International System Journalism Emphasis • JOUR 202 - Advanced Newswriting • IS 202 - Cultural Interactions in an (2) Interdependent World The suggested schedule below in- • CMST 205 - Intercultural cludes required DTA courses with • IS 255 - International Studies: Communication: D (5) Special Topics an emphasis in Journalism. Student schedule may vary based on entry * Social Sciences course (5), JAPANESE point, credit load, and prerequisites. preferably in Learning Community format. AREA OF STUDY: ARTS & COMMUNICATION Consult with department chair or SVC counselor for scheduling options. SUGGESTED: CJ& 101, POLS& 101, OR POLS& 203. Program Description The two-year suggested schedule below is provided as only a guide for a * Humanities (5), preferably in Japanese courses, offered through traditional full-time student whose goal Learning Community format. the World Languages Department, is the AA DTA degree. Frequent course SUGGESTED: WORLD LANGUAGE 121. are offered in a continuous, one-year offerings allow for individualized program with courses that range from Total Hours: 17 schedules that will ensure all student beginning to intermediate levels. The degree objectives are met. courses are aimed at enabling stu- 5TH QUARTER dents to gain proficiency in compre- An ampersand (&) designates Common • ENGL 115 - Introduction to Film: D hension, speaking, reading, writing and Course Numbering. (5) cultural competence. These courses are transferable and meet humanities First Year * Natural Sciences course (5), distribution, and/or elective require- 1ST QUARTER preferably in Learning Community ments, depending on the specific de- format. gree sought or intended major. (Please • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I * Humanities course (5), preferably in note: the offering of these courses is (5) Learning Community format. subject to instructor availability and • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience SUGGESTED: WORLD LANGUAGE 122. student interest and demand.) (2) • PE Activity (1) Related Degree Options • CMST& 102 - Intro to Mass Media Total Hours: 16 (5) Associate of Arts Direct • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) 6TH QUARTER Transfer Agreement, AA-DTA Total Hours:13 • CMST 201 - Communication Theory (5) 2ND QUARTER Courses * Natural Science course (5) with lab, • JAPN 100 - Introduction to • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) preferably in the Learning Japanese Language Community format: • JOUR 101 - Introduction to • JAPN 299 - Learning into Action SUGGESTED: BIOL 111, CHEM& 121, OR Journalism & Newswriting (5) ENVS& 101. • JAPN& 121 - Japanese I: D • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) * Social Sciences course (5), • JAPN& 122 - Japanese II: D • PE Activity (1) preferably in Learning Community • JAPN& 123 - Japanese III: D format. Total Hours: 16 SUGGESTED: ANTH& 206, ECON 101, ETHNC 100, OR POLS& 202. JOURNALISM 3RD QUARTER Journalism classes are offered in a Total Hours: 15 practical sequence designed to devel- • JOUR 201 - Newspaper Production op skill in desk-top publishing, investi- & Editing (2) * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, gative research and reporting, tech- • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course

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requirements with an SVC advisor. Students Program Learning Outcomes Associate in Applied Science are responsible for checking specific major Degree requirements of baccalaureate institutions. Graduates of the Manufacturing Technology program will be able to: An Associate in Applied Science Courses Degree, AAS is awarded upon com- • Use and operate standard industrial • JOUR 101 - Introduction to pletion of a minimum of 90 credits of tools and equipment safely and Journalism & Newswriting specified technical and related educa- effectively. tion coursework above 100-level with • JOUR 201 - Newspaper Production • Demonstrate basic and precision & Editing both an overall 2.0 grade point average measurement methods. (GPA) and a 2.0 grade point average • JOUR 202 - Advanced Newswriting • Understand the tools of Quality in the technical major with a mini- Control and how they are applied in mum letter grade of C- or above in all LIBRARY the workplace. required courses. AREA OF STUDY: PUBLIC SERVICE & SOCIAL • Have a foundational understanding Engineering Technology, AAS SCIENCE of “Lean” concepts and how they The Engineering Technology, AAS de- Program Description are applied. gree is designed to focus on the tech- • Interpret and use industrial nical and “pre-engineering” knowledge Instruction in the use of both online blueprints. needed in a modern manufacturing and print library resources is provided • Participate and contribute to the facility. Upon completion, students will through the LIB 201 course. Instruc- effectiveness of work teams. be equipped with the Computer Aided tion sessions designed to meet specific Design (CAD), Computer Numeric • Use fundamental skills in writing, individual, class and/or group needs Controlled (CNC) Operations, Quality reading, speaking, listening & are also offered; for more informa- Assurance (QA), and metrology skills computing to contribute to a tion, contact the Reference Desk at necessary to enter the technician level productive, safe and healthy work the MV or WIC libraries or call MV in either a manufacturing lead or main- environment. 360.416.7847 WIC 360.416.7847. tenance capacity. Students can choose Related Degree Options Entry into the Program between an automation or composites technology emphasis. Please apply at Enrollment Services. Associate of Arts Direct Transfer Operations Management, AAS Students may enter the program at Agreement, AA-DTA the beginning of any quarter. Please The Operations Management, AAS be aware that some classes/sequenc- degree is designed to focus on the Courses es are not offered every quarter. It is business, product development and • LIB 201 - Critical Information recommended that students complete metrology tools needed in the modern Studies & Research Methods at least one year of high school alge- manufacturing environment. Upon bra; or take WMATH 100 (Professional completion, students will be equipped MANUFACTURING Technical Applied Math) before starting with the personnel and project man- any of the micro-certificate sequences. agement skills necessary to enter the TECHNOLOGY All courses in this program require work force at the productions support or lead level in a modern manufactur- AREA OF STUDY: INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY extensive reading and use of computer & TRANSPORTATION technology. The ability to read English ing environment. at the 8th grade level or above is highly Associate in Applied Science Program Description recommended. Students should be Transfer Degree The Manufacturing Technology (MANF) skilled users of computer technolo- program provides the foundational gy. For further information, contact An Associate in Applied Science Trans- skills needed for many entry-level the Department Chair or Enrollment fer degree (AAS-T) is awarded upon manufacturing jobs by introducing Services. completion of a minimum of 90 credits of specified technical and related edu- students to key workplace skill areas Career & Technical Education often found in advanced manufactur- cation coursework above 100-level with ing-related industries. This unique pro- (CTE) both an overall 2.5 grade point average gram is actually a cluster of program Please see Academic Information for and a 2.5 grade point average in the areas designed to provide students information regarding CTE. technical major with a minimum letter with “stackable” skills that employers grade of C- or above in all required have identified as necessary to enter Certificate Options courses. the manufacturing sector or advance up the career ladder. The program A Professional Technical Certificate Engineering Technology, AAS-T prepares students for entry into a tech- includes multiple degree pathways The Engineering Technology, AAS-T de- including transfer degrees. nical field of employment. Students must maintain an overall 2.0 GPA or gree has similar course content as the above with a minimum letter grade of Engineering Technology, AAS degree, C- in all required courses. but is designed to prepare a student for transfer to a Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) program. This degree

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requires transferable math, chemis- ic skill or set of skills. Micro-Certificate • MANF 177 - Quality Control Metrics try, physics, and economics courses. courses can help enhance employabili- and Applications (5) See counselor or department chair for ty skills or provide preparation for con- • ENGL& 235 - Technical Writing (5) details. tinuing education in the program area. Students must maintain a 2.0 GPA or • TECD 105 - Computer-Aided Design Operations Management, AAS-T above in all required course work and a III (4) This Operations Management, AAS-T minimum letter grade of C- or above in Total Hours: 17 degree has similar course content all required courses. as the Operations Management, AAS Programs Second Year degree and is designed to prepare a student for transfer to a BAS program. FALL This degree requires transferable Degree Map | AAS • MANF 115 - Intro to Computer math, physics and economics courses. Operations Management Numeric Controlled (CNC) See counselor or department chair for Operations (5) details. This degree specialization is designed • MANF 120 - Industrial Safety (2) Manufacturing Technology to focus on the business, product de- velopment and metrology tools needed • MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR (1) Certificate in the modern manufacturing environ- • MANF 210 - Total Productive The Manufacturing Technology certif- ment. Includes required AAS courses. Maintenance (3) icate provides the basic skills needed Student schedule may vary based on • ECON& 201 - Micro Economics (5) for many entry-level manufacturing entry point, credit load, and prerequi- jobs. Building on the Manufacturing sites. Consult with department chair or Total Hours: 16 fundamental micro-certificates core SVC counselor for scheduling options. curriculum, students choose a man- WINTER ufacturing or trade-related specialty First Year • MANF 220 - Supply Chain option. A certificate is awarded to FALL students who complete the following Management (5) courses with an overall 2.0 grade point • MANF 110 - Introduction to • CIS 150 - Project Management (5) average or above and a minimum letter Manufacturing (3) • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats grade of C- in all required courses. • MANF 122 - Material Science in (5) Required courses: MANF 110, MANF Manufacturing (2) Total Hours: 15 120, MANF 121, MANF 122, MANF • MANF 140 - Print Reading in 125, MANF 127, MANF 140, CMST& Manufacturing (3) SPRING 220, ENGL& 101, and WMATH 100. Manufacturing Technology • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience • ‡ MANF 199 - Internship Experience options (must choose at least two): (2) (1-15) 1. Automated Systems • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I • MANF 250 - Shop Supervision (5) Technology: MANF 145, MANF 150, (5) • MANF 256 - Operations and MANF 156. • TECD 103 - Introduction to Management (5) 2. Computer Numeric Controlled Computer-Aided Design (3) • BUS 280 - Entrepreneurship and (CNC) Operations: MANF 115, MANF Total Hours: 18 Small Business Management (5) 190, and MANF 205. 3. Composite Repair WINTER Total Hours: 16+ Technician: CMPST 121, CMPST 123, and CMPST 127. • MANF 103 - Introduction to Quality Notes: Assurance (3) 4. Quality Assurance: MANF † Students who do not receive an ap- • MANF 127 - Manufacturing Math (2) 103, MANF 120, MANF 121, MANF propriate test score will require addi- 140, and MANF 177. • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal tional coursework to develop necessary 5. Technical Drawing: TECD 103, TECD Communication: D (5) skills for entry into class. 104, TECD 105, and TECD 107. • TECD 104 - Basic Computer-Aided ‡ MANF 199 may be taken at any time See Department Chair for specific Design (3) after the first quarter, including sum- courses depending on areas of inter- • † WMATH 100 - Professional mer quarter. est. Technical Applied Math (5) Micro-Certificates Total Hours: 18 Degree Map | AAS Micro-Certificates of Completion are Engineering Technology SPRING designed for taking courses over a Includes required AAS courses. Stu- short period of time focusing on en- • MANF 125 - Precision Measurement dent schedule may vary based on entry hancement or development of a specif- and Tools (3) point, credit load, and prerequisites.

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Consult with department chair or SVC Second Year First Year counselor for scheduling options. FALL FALL First Year • MANF 115 - Intro to Computer • MANF 110 - Introduction to FALL Numeric Controlled (CNC) Manufacturing (3) Operations (5) • MANF 122 - Material Science in • MANF 110 - Introduction to • MANF 145 - Electronics Manufacturing (2) Manufacturing (3) Fundamentals (5) • MANF 140 - Print Reading in • MANF 122 - Material Science in • MANF 210 - Total Productive Manufacturing (3) Manufacturing (2) Maintenance (3) • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience • MANF 140 - Print Reading in • TECD 220 - Computer-Aided Design (2) Manufacturing (3) Studio (5) • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience (5) (2) Total Hours: 18 • TECD 103 - Introduction to • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I WINTER Computer-Aided Design (3) (5) • MANF 150 - Sensor Systems and Total Hours: 18 • TECD 103 - Introduction to Applications (5) Computer-Aided Design (3) • MANF 190 - Computer Numeric WINTER Total Hours: 18 Controlled (CNC) Basics (5) • MANF 103 - Introduction to Quality WINTER • CIS 150 - Project Management (5) Assurance (3) • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal • MANF 103 - Introduction to Quality Total Hours: 15 Communication: D (5) Assurance (3) SPRING • † MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats • MANF 127 - Manufacturing Math (2) (5) • ‡ MANF 199 - Internship Experience • TECD 104 - Basic Computer-Aided (1-15) • TECD 104 - Basic Computer-Aided Design (3) Design (3) • MANF 156 - Introduction to • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal Automated Systems (5) Total Hours: 16 Communication: D (5) • MANF 205 - Advanced Computer • † WMATH 100 - Professional Numeric Control (CNC) (5) SPRING Technical Applied Math (5) • MANF 215 - Advanced Inspection (5) • MANF 125 - Precision Measurement Total Hours: 18 and Tools (3) Total Hours: 16+ SPRING • MANF 177 - Quality Control Metrics Note: and Applications (5) • MANF 120 - Industrial Safety (2) † Students who do not receive an ap- • ENGL& 235 - Technical Writing (5) • MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR (1) propriate test score will require addi- tional coursework to develop necessary • TECD 105 - Computer-Aided Design • MANF 125 - Precision Measurement skills for entry into class. (Any college III (4) and Tools (3) level math course may substitute for Total Hours: 17 • MANF 177 - Quality Control Metrics WMATH 100) and Applications (5) ‡ MANF 199 may be taken at any time Second Year • TECD 105 - Computer-Aided Design after the first quarter, including sum- III (4) mer quarter. FALL Total Hours: 15 • MANF 115 - Intro to Computer Degree Map | AAS-T Numeric Controlled (CNC) SUMMER Operations Management Operations (5) • TECD 107 - Computer-Aided Design • ECON& 201 - Micro Economics (5) IV (5) Includes required AAS-T courses. Stu- SOCIAL SCIENCES dent schedule may vary based on entry • PHYS& 124 - General Physics Lab I Total Hours: 5 point, credit load, and prerequisites. (1) Consult with department chair or SVC counselor for scheduling options. • PHYS& 134 - General Physics I (5) Total Hours: 16

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• MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR (1) • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal • MANF 205 - Advanced Computer • CIS 150 - Project Management (5) Communication: D (5) Numeric Control (CNC) (5) OR • ECON& 202 - Macro Economics (5) • MANF 215 - Advanced Inspection • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) Total Hours: 18 • † MATH& 141 - Precalculus I (5) • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats (5) SPRING • TECD 104 - Basic Computer-Aided Design (3) Total Hours: 16+ • ‡ MANF 199 - Internship Experience (1-15) Total Hours: 16 Notes • MANF 250 - Shop Supervision (5) † Students who do not receive an ap- SPRING propriate test score will require addi- • MANF 256 - Operations tional coursework to develop necessary Management (5) • MANF 125 - Precision Measurement and Tools (3) skills for entry into class. • BUS 280 - Entrepreneurship and ‡ MANF 199 may be taken at any time • MANF 177 - Quality Control Metrics Small Business Management (5) after the first quarter, including sum- and Applications (5) Total Hours: 16+ mer quarter. • MATH& 142 - Precalculus II (5) * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, Notes: • TECD 105 - Computer-Aided Design pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course III (4) requirements with an SVC advisor. Students † Students who do not receive an ap- are responsible for checking specific major Total Hours: 17 propriate test score will require addi- requirements of baccalaureate institutions. tional coursework to develop necessary skills for entry into class. SUMMER Courses ‡ MANF 199 may be taken at any • TECD 107 - Computer-Aided Design • ENGR 100 - Engineering Orientation time after the first quarter, including IV (5) • ENGR 199 - Cooperative Education summer. Total Hours: 5 Experience • ENGR 299 - Learning into Action Degree Map | AAS-T Second Year • ENGR& 104 - Introduction to Engineering Technology Engineering and Design FALL • ENGR& 114 - Engineering Graphics Includes required AAS-T courses. Stu- • MANF 115 - Intro to Computer • ENGR& 214 - Statics dent schedule may vary based on entry Numeric Controlled (CNC) • ENGR& 215 - Dynamics point, credit load, and prerequisites. Operations (5) Consult with department chair or SVC • ENGR& 224 - Thermodynamics counselor for scheduling options. • CHEM& 161 - General Chem w/Lab I (5) • ENGR& 225 - Mechanics of Materials First Year • PHYS& 124 - General Physics Lab I FALL (1) Automated Systems • PHYS& 134 - General Physics I (5) • MANF 110 - Introduction to Technology Micro-Certificate Manufacturing (3) Total Hours: 16 15 credits • MANF 122 - Material Science in WINTER This micro-certificate provides gradu- Manufacturing (2) ates with the basic skills needed to find • MANF 120 - Industrial Safety (2) • MANF 140 - Print Reading in entry-level employment at a company Manufacturing (3) • MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR (1) using high-end automation equipment. • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience • MANF 190 - Computer Numeric Students learn core electronics skills, (2) Controlled (CNC) Basics (5) characteristics and operation of vari- ous types of electric motors, pneumat- • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I • CIS 150 - Project Management (5) ics & embedded controllers. Students (5) • ECON& 201 - Micro Economics (5) must maintain a 2.0 GPA or above in • TECD 103 - Introduction to Total Hours: 18 all required course work Computer-Aided Design (3) SPRING Required Courses Total Hours: 18 • ‡ MANF 199 - Internship Experience • MANF 145 - Electronics WINTER (1-15) Fundamentals (5) Supervised work experience in the • MANF 150 - Sensor Systems and • MANF 103 - Introduction to Quality field. Includes a weekly seminar. Applications (5) Assurance (3) Prerequisite: Instructor permission required.

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• MANF 156 - Introduction to Manufacturing Technology • WMATH 100 - Professional Automated Systems (5) Certificate Technical Applied Math (5)

Computer Numeric Control 14 credits Quality Assurance Micro- (CNC) Operator Micro- The Manufacturing Technology certif- Certificate Certificate icate provides the basic skills needed for many entry-level manufacturing 15 credits 15 credits jobs. Building on the Manufacturing This micro-certificate is designed to This micro-certificate prepares the stu- Fundamental micro-certificate core introduce students to the concepts of dent for introductory work in the CNC curriculum, students choose manufac- Quality Assurance as applied in a man- field as a CNC operator. The student turing and/or trade-related specialty ufacturing environment. Skills learned will learn basic code and operations options. A certificate is awarded to in this program can be applied to of CNC equipment. A certificate is students who maintain an overall 2.0 quality assurance and inspection work awarded to students who complete grade point average (GPA) and a 2.0 at all stages of manufacturing, from the following courses with a 2.0 grade grade point average in the technical examining materials received from a point average or above in each course. major with a minimum letter grade of supplier to performing final checks on C- or above in all required courses. finished products and packaging. A Required Courses certificate is awarded to students who Program Options complete the following courses with • MANF 115 - Intro to Computer a 2.0 grade point average or above in Numeric Controlled (CNC) Manufacturing Technology certificate each course. Operations (5) options (must choose at least two of the following micro-certificates): • MANF 190 - Computer Numeric Required Courses Controlled (CNC) Basics (5) • Automated Systems Technology: MANF 145, MANF 150 and • MANF 103 - Introduction to Quality • MANF 205 - Advanced Computer MANF 156. Assurance (3) Numeric Control (CNC) (5) • Composite Repair Technician: • MANF 120 - Industrial Safety (2) CMPST 121, CMPST 123 and • MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR (1) Manufacturing Fundamentals CMPST 127. • MANF 140 - Print Reading in Micro-Certificate • Computer Numeric Control (CNC) Manufacturing (3) Operations: MANF 115, MANF 190 14 credits and MANF 205. • MANF 177 - Quality Control Metrics and Applications (5) The Manufacturing Fundamentals • Quality Assurance: MANF Micro-Certificate is your key to starting 103, *MANF 120, *MANF 121, • WMATH 100 - Professional and advancing a career in manufactur- *MANF 140, MANF 177, and Technical Applied Math (5) ing. Earning the certificate credential WMATH 100. indicates to employers that you have * Possible duplicated courses Technical Drawing Micro- mastered the core skills and knowl- edge that manufacturing employers • Technical Drawing: TECD 103, Certificate want to see in any new applicant or TECD 104, TECD 105, and 15 credits current worker. A certificate is awarded TECD 107. This micro-certificate program pre- to students who maintain an overall Core Courses 2.0 grade point average (GPA) and a pares students for entry-level work as a • MANF 110 - Introduction to 2.0 grade point average in the techni- technical drafter and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (3) cal major with a minimum letter grade Design (CAD) operator. The program of C- or above in all required courses. • MANF 120 - Industrial Safety (2) is designed to provide training for indi- • MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR (1) viduals seeking entry-level employment Required Courses as drafting technicians. A certificate is • MANF 122 - Material Science in awarded to students who maintain an • MANF 110 - Introduction to Manufacturing (2) Manufacturing (3) overall 2.0 grade point average (GPA) • MANF 125 - Precision Measurement and a 2.0 grade point average in the • MANF 120 - Industrial Safety (2) and Tools (3) technical major with a minimum letter • MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR (1) • MANF 127 - Manufacturing Math (2) grade of C- or above in all required courses. • MANF 122 - Material Science in • MANF 140 - Print Reading in Manufacturing (2) Manufacturing (3) Required Courses • MANF 125 - Precision Measurement • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal • TECD 103 - Introduction to and Tools (3) Communication: D (5) or CMST& Computer-Aided Design (3) 220 • MANF 140 - Print Reading in • TECD 104 - Basic Computer-Aided • ENGL& 101 - English Composition Manufacturing (3) Design (3) I (5) • TECD 105 - Computer-Aided Design III (4)

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• TECD 107 - Computer-Aided Design marine propulsion, marine vessel tors have direct industry experience IV (5) systems, and marine composites. Ma- and prepare students to apply their rine Maintenance Technology offers a skills to virtually any professional sce- All MANF Courses one-year certificate which serves as the nario involving troubleshooting, repair, • MANF 103 - Introduction to Quality core for the two-year AAS degree. upgrading and integrating modern Assurance Located in the heart of the Northwest’s marine systems on board vessels of all • MANF 110 - Introduction to maritime industry, the MT program types. Manufacturing has close partnerships with marine The marine composites curriculum • MANF 115 - Intro to Computer manufacturers and service companies. prepares students by teaching the the- Numeric Controlled (CNC) Affordably priced, with out-of-state ory and practical application of a wide Operations tuition waivers available, the program variety of composite materials and provides students with a unique op- resins. Though the composites portion • MANF 120 - Industrial Safety portunity to successfully begin a new of the program targets the marine • MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR career or expand upon existing skills. industry, students will have the op- • MANF 122 - Material Science in Marine manufacturing and repair-refit tion of seeking employment in several Manufacturing companies in the pleasure, military, industries in addition to marine, such • MANF 125 - Precision Measurement and commercial industries are driving as energy, aerospace, automotive, and Tools demand for skilled marine technicians. recreation, bio-medical, construction and consumer goods - each of which • MANF 127 - Manufacturing Math In response to this demand, Skagit Valley College is a member of the requires similar skill sets. Students • MANF 140 - Print Reading in Marine League of Schools, a nation- will study and learn wet layup, and Manufacturing al consortium of marine technology closed-molding, tool fabrication, light • MANF 145 - Electronics educators providing industry stan- resin transfer molding (RTM); develop- Fundamentals dards based training and education. In ing hands-on practical skills in addition • MANF 150 - Sensor Systems and the MT program students divide their to learning the theory behind the pro- Applications time between the classroom and well- cesses. For information on composites equipped lab facilities, and through on- manufacturing and repair, see Com- • MANF 156 - Introduction to posites and Manufacturing Technology Automated Systems site testing, will work toward creden- tials with the following: certificates. • MANF 177 - Quality Control Metrics and Applications • American Boat & Yacht Council Program Learning Outcomes (ABYC), • MANF 190 - Computer Numeric Graduates of the Marine Controlled (CNC) Basics • American Composites Manufacturers Association (ACMA), Maintenance Technology program • MANF 195 - Introduction to will be able to: Robotics • National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA), as well • Use a digital volt/ohm/amp meter • MANF 199 - Internship Experience as other industry recognized to test AC circuits including shore • MANF 205 - Advanced Computer certification entities. power cords, supplied voltage, Numeric Control (CNC) Marine propulsion provides stu- voltage drop, continuity of a wire • MANF 210 - Total Productive dents with the skills and knowledge run, operation of a switch, fuse, Maintenance necessary to install, maintain and bulb or appliance. • MANF 215 - Advanced Inspection repair modern marine engines and • Install and wire typical vessel DC propulsion systems. Students learn electrical system components • MANF 220 - Supply Chain cooling, exhaust, ignition, lubrication, such as batteries, pumps, lights, Management and control systems for fuel injected switches and navigational gear to • MANF 230 - Enterprise Resource gasoline and diesel inboard engines. American Boat and Yacht Council Planning and Material Requirement Hands-on training covers how to adjust and National Fire Protection Planning engine performance to manufacturer’s Association guidelines and • MANF 250 - Shop Supervision specifications and how to install and recommended practices. • MANF 256 - Operations repair diesel engines, inboard gasoline • Plan and install charging systems in Management engines, sterndrives, sail drives, and accordance with ABYC guidelines. outboard motors. • Understand problems related to MARINE MAINTENANCE In marine vessel systems, students marine galvanic corrosion, and able learn how to install, repair, maintain, to complete a galvanic corrosion TECHNOLOGY and troubleshoot modern boat systems survey on a vessel and recommend AREA OF STUDY: INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY using established industry standards corrective or maintenance items & TRANSPORTATION and best practices. Systems course necessary for control. work includes learning about AC and • Understand marine electronic Program Description DC electrical systems, plumbing, navigational systems and able rigging, electronics, sanitation, refrig- Marine Maintenance Technology (MT) to provide routine maintenance prepares students for marine trades eration, communication, HVAC, and employment in three major areas: navigation systems. Certified instruc-

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services for marine electronic [email protected], 360.766.6282 Programs devices. ext. 3003, for more information about program certificate and degree options • Understand marine computer Degree Map | AAS selection and able to implement and admission requirements. Students computer security measures. may also visit the Skagit Valley Col- Marine Maintenance lege Marine Maintenance Technology • Understand and apply regional Technology - Marine program co-located at the Northwest and national laws regarding marine Career and Technical Academy, Marine Technician Emphasis sanitation devices (MSD) and Technology Center, in Anacortes, overboard discharge of gray and Washington. 90 credits black water. Make appropriate decisions about tankage issues An AAS degree in Marine Maintenance Career & Technical Education Technology is awarded to students who based on USCG requirements and (CTE) ABYC standards H-24, H-25, and complete the following courses with a H-33 as they apply to fuel tanks. Please see Academic Information for minimum 2.0 grade in each course. A information regarding CTE. certificate is awarded to students who • Identify various marine pump complete the following program core systems, and understand factors Work-Based Learning courses with a minimum 2.0 grade in that affect pump ratings for flow, each course. Students must be co-en- lift, and pressure. Disassemble Students will integrate their classroom rolled in program core classes or have and repair various types of marine learning with work-based learning ex- instructor permission. Consult with pumps. perience in Cooperative Education (MT department chair or SVC counselor for • Understand and apply applicable 199) at a supervised work site. scheduling options. standards in system design, installation and repair of A-7 liquid Marine Technician Certificate First Year and solid fueled boat heating The Marine Technician Certificate is FALL systems; H-32 ventilation of boats awarded upon completion of certifi- using diesel fuel; H-33 diesel fuel cate courses. All coursework must be • † MT 102 - Marine Applied systems; A-26 LPG and CNG fueled 100-level or above with both an overall Mathematics (5) appliances. 2.0 grade point average and a mini- • MT 105 - Safety, Tools, and mum 2.0 grade in each Marine Tech- • Have a working knowledge of ABYC Fastenings (6) standard A-24 carbon monoxide nology course. detection systems and standard • MT 240 - Outboard Motor Operation A-1 marine liquefied petroleum gas Associate in Applied Science and Service (3) systems. Degree • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience • Diagnose and repair common The Marine Maintenance Technology (2) starting problems of marine - Marine Technician Emphasis, AAS is Total Hours: 16 engines; perform typical tune-up awarded upon completion of a mini- procedures on conventional breaker mum of 90 credits and related general WINTER point ignition systems. education coursework. All coursework • Diagnose cooling system must be 100-level or above with both • MT 132 - Marine Electrical Systems problems, and perform mechanical an overall 2.0 grade point average and I (5) preventative maintenance on the a minimum 2.0 grade in each Marine • MT 160 - Marine Engine Systems (7) cooling system. Technology course. • MT 161 - Inboard Drivetrain/ • Repair damaged inboard Program Certificate Sterndrives and Saildrives (5) drivetrain components by replacing components, including A Certificate in Marine Maintenance Total Hours: 17 transmissions, motor mounts, Technology is awarded to students propeller shafts, shaft couplings, who complete the following courses SPRING with a minimum 2.0 grade in each propellers, struts, and shaft • MT 133 - Marine Electrical Systems course. Students must be co-enrolled bearings. II (5) • Perform basic tune-up procedures in program core classes or have • MT 136 - Marine Sanitation on outboard motors, including instructor permission. Consult with Systems, Plumbing and Pumps (5) compression testing, testing department chair or SVC counselor for and fuel delivery tests. scheduling options. • MT 199 - Cooperative Education Experience (1-4) • Perform cooling system service including removing and replacing • CMPST 121 - Composites water pump impellers. Construction and Repair (3) Entry into the Program • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I (5) Please contact Enrollment Services or Total Hours: 19 Department Chair, Mike Beemer, mike.

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Second Year • MT 105 - Safety, Tools, and • MT 240 - Outboard Motor Operation Fastenings (6) and Service FALL • MT 132 - Marine Electrical Systems • MT 251 - Independent Study • MT 134 - Marine Electrical Systems I (5) • MT 270 - Marine Hydraulic Systems III (5) • MT 133 - Marine Electrical Systems • MT 230 - Marine Electronics (3) II (5) MATHEMATICS • MT 270 - Marine Hydraulic Systems • MT 136 - Marine Sanitation AREA OF STUDY: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, (5) Systems, Plumbing and Pumps (5) ENGINEERING, & MATH (STEM) The mathematics program offers • CMPST 220 - Composite Tooling (5) • MT 160 - Marine Engine Systems (7) courses that range from the devel- Total Hours: 13 • MT 161 - Inboard Drivetrain/ opment of basic skills through col- Sterndrives and Saildrives (5) lege-level topics. Most of the courses WINTER • MT 199 - Cooperative Education are offered in various delivery modes Experience (1-4) (1) including traditional classroom setting, • MT 199 - Cooperative Education online eLearning, and hybrid combin- • MT 240 - Outboard Motor Operation Experience (1-4) ing both classroom and online expe- and Service (3) • MT 119 - OSHA 10 Training and riences. Prior to enrolling in course Forklift Certification (2) • CMPST 121 - Composites number 096 and above, students need Construction and Repair (3) to be assessed to determine which • MT 204 - Advanced Marine Systems course they should enroll in. (5) • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience (2) To satisfy the quantitative requirement • CMPST 123 - Composite Vacuum for a transfer degree, students will Infusion/Light RTM Process (5) • † ENGL& 101 - English Composition I (5) need to complete either MATH& 107, • MT 236 - Marine Electronics II (3) MATH& 141, or MATH& 146 or higher. Note: • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal Each of these courses require an ap- Communication: D (5) † Students who do not receive an ap- propriate placement score or comple- propriate test score will require addi- tion of MATH 098 (MATH 099 for those Total Hours: 17 tional coursework to develop necessary who want to take MATH& 141) with a skills for entry into class. grade of C or better before enrolling. SPRING Students who plan to pursue a degree All MT Courses in a science related field should take • MT 106 - Rigging (4) • MT 102 - Marine Applied MATH& 141, MATH& 142, and continue • MT 199 - Cooperative Education Mathematics through the Calculus sequence. For Experience (1-4) • MT 105 - Safety, Tools, and more information about the Math pro- • MT 231 - Marine Heating, Air Fastenings gram and the courses offered contact the Division Chair for Mathematics and Conditioning & Refrigeration (5) • MT 106 - Rigging Computer Science on the Mount Ver- • MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR (1) • MT 119 - OSHA 10 Training and non Campus or the Department Chair Total Hours: 12 Forklift Certification for Mathematics on the Whidbey Island • MT 132 - Marine Electrical Systems Campus. Note I † Students who do not receive an ap- • MT 133 - Marine Electrical Systems Related Degree Options propriate test score will require addi- II tional coursework to develop necessary Associate of Arts Direct Transfer skills for entry into class. (WMATH 100 • MT 134 - Marine Electrical Systems Agreement, AA-DTA can substitute for MT 102). III • MT 136 - Marine Sanitation Programs Marine Technician Certificate Systems, Plumbing and Pumps • MT 160 - Marine Engine Systems Degree Map | AA-DTA 51 Credits • MT 161 - Inboard Drivetrain/ A certificate is awarded to students Sterndrives and Saildrives Mathematics Emphasis who complete the following courses • MT 199 - Cooperative Education The suggested schedule below in- with a 2.0 grade point average or Experience above in each course. cludes required DTA courses with an • MT 204 - Advanced Marine Systems emphasis in Mathematics. Student Required Courses • MT 216 - Marine Outdrives schedule may vary based on entry point, credit load, and prerequisites. • MT 102 - Marine Applied • MT 230 - Marine Electronics Consult with department chair or SVC Mathematics (5) • MT 231 - Marine Heating, Air counselor for scheduling options. OR Conditioning & Refrigeration The two-year suggested schedule • † WMATH 100 - Professional • MT 236 - Marine Electronics II below is provided as only a guide for a Technical Applied Math (5)

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traditional full-time student whose goal • MATH& 153 - Calculus III (5) * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, is the Associate of Arts Direct Transfer pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course • CHEM& 161 - General Chem w/Lab I requirements with an SVC advisor. Students Agreement, AA-DTA. Frequent course (5) offerings allow for individualized are responsible for checking specific major requirements of baccalaureate institutions. schedules that will ensure all student • ENGL& 235 - Technical Writing (5) degree objectives are met. Total Hours: 15 Courses Note: An ampersand (&) designates • HMATH 100 - Math for Health Common Course Numbering, which are Second Year Professions transferable to other Washington State Colleges. 4TH QUARTER • MATH 015 - Technical Math for Diesel Mechanics First Year • MATH& 152 - Calculus II (5) • MATH 087 - Special Topics in Math OR 1ST QUARTER • MATH 095 - Basic Mathematics • MATH& 254 - Calculus IV (5) • MATH 096 - Pre-Algebra • MATH& 141 - Precalculus I (5) • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal • MATH 097 - Beginning Algebra OR Communication: D (5) • MATH 098 - Intermediate Algebra I • MATH& 151 - Calculus I (5) • PHYS& 231 - Engineering Phys Lab I • MATH 099 - Intermediate Algebra II (1) • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience • MATH 149 - Tutoring Skills for (2) • PHYS& 241 - Engineering Physics I Mathematics (5) • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I • MATH 204 - Elementary Linear (5) Total Hours: 16 Algebra * Humanities course (5), preferably in • MATH 238 - Ordinary Differential 5TH QUARTER Learning Community format. Equations SUGGESTED: ART& 100, DRMA& 101, • MATH& 153 - Calculus III (5) • MATH 299 - Learning into Action ENGL& 112,ENGL 115, ENGL 202, MUSC& 105, PHIL& 101, PHIL 215, OR WRLD LANG OR • MATH& 107 - Math in Society 121. • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats • MATH& 141 - Precalculus I * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, (5) • MATH& 142 - Precalculus II pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course • MATH 204 - Elementary Linear • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats requirements with an SVC advisor. Students are responsible for checking specific major Algebra (5) • MATH& 148 - Business Calculus requirements of baccalaureate institutions.. • PE Activity (1) • MATH& 151 - Calculus I Total Hours: 17 * Social Sciences course (5), • MATH& 152 - Calculus II preferably in Learning Community • MATH& 153 - Calculus III 2ND QUARTER format. SUGGESTED: ANTH& 206, ECON 101, • MATH& 254 - Calculus IV • MATH& 142 - Precalculus II (5) GEOG& 100, HIST&, PSYC& 100, POLS& • WMATH 100 - Professional 101, SOSC 100. OR Technical Applied Math Total Hours: 16 • MATH& 152 - Calculus II (5) MULTIMEDIA & • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) 6TH QUARTER • PE Activity (1) INTERACTIVE • MATH 238 - Ordinary Differential * Humanities course (5), preferably in Equations (5) TECHNOLOGY Learning Community format. • MATH& 254 - Calculus IV (5) AREA OF STUDY: ARTS & COMMUNICATION SUGGESTED: ART& 100, DRMA& 101, ENGL& 112, ENGL 115, ENGL 202,MUSC& * Humanities course (5), preferably in Program Description 105, PHIL& 101, PHIL 215, WRLD LANG Learning Community format. 122. SUGGESTED: ART& 100, DRMA& 101, Multimedia & Interactive Technology • Social Sciences course (5), ENGL& 112, ENGL 115, ENGL 202,MUSC& (MIT) is a two-year program that leads preferably in Learning Community 105, PHIL& 101, PHIL 215, WRLD LANG to an Associate in Applied Science 123. format: (AAS) degree. A wide array of interac- SUGGESTED: ANTH& 206, ECON 101, • Social Sciences course (5), tive media products and services are GEOG& 100, HIST&, PSYC& 100, POLS& preferably in Learning Community in high demand. The MIT program pre- 101, SOSC 100. TOTAL format: pares students to meet this demand by offering training in web design, graphic Hours: 17 SUGGESTED: ANTH& 206, ECON 101, GEOG& 100, HIST&, PSYC& 100, POLS& arts, digital photography/videography, 101, SOSC 100. 3RD QUARTER social media, and game and app de- Total Hours: 15-20 velopment. The MIT program offers a • MATH& 151 - Calculus I (5) Web Designer degree; a one-year Web OR Design certificate; a Graphic Arts cer-

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tificate; an Adobe certificate; a Game, Education with the approval of the please contact the Department Chair App & Web Development certificate; Department Chair. or Enrollment Services. a Digital Media Marketing certificate; and a Digital Video certificate. The Program Learning Outcomes Programs Web Designer AAS degree and all but Students of the Multimedia and Inter- Associate one of the certificates are available active Technology program will be able • Multimedia-Web Designer, AAS entirely online. to: Career Opportunities • Use contemporary and industry- Certificate standard design tools, applications, • Adobe Certificate Today’s businesses and organizations technologies, processes and • Digital Media Marketing Certificate need skilled professionals to design techniques to edit and create digital • Digital Video Certificate media-rich online content and re- media products and solutions. sponsive websites, edit digital photos • Game, App & Web Development • Revise and improve work through and video and develop games and Certificate self-analysis, peer critique and applications. Students graduating instructor evaluation, which • Graphic Arts Certificate with a degree or certificate in Multi- are based on standard design media & Interactive Technology will • Multimedia-Web Design Certificate guidelines. be trained to manipulate text, graph- ics, photos, animation, and video to • Design and produce a professional Associate in Applied Science design and develop content for online web-based digital media portfolio Degree delivery. Students will be prepared for featuring an archive of work that entry-level employment in web design demonstrates student knowledge, The Associate in Applied Science and development, graphic arts, digital proficiency, skill and talent. Degree, AAS is awarded upon com- media marketing, digital photography, pletion of a minimum of 90 credits in digital videography or game and app You May Study: courses numbered 100 or above with development. Coursework includes • Web Design & Development an accumulated grade point average web design, digital photography, image • Digital Photography of 2.0. Courses must include comple- manipulation, illustration, user expe- tion of the technical major and general rience (UX) design, digital marketing • Animation education requirements. and social media, digital videography • Content Management Systems Within the MIT program, there is a Mul- as well as programming and scripting (CMS) timedia-Web Designer, AAS degree that basics. Position titles include webmas- • Image Creation & Manipulation is targeted to students who are inter- ter, web designer, web developer, web • Digital Videography ested in learning to develop and design programmer, web assistant, media media-rich, responsive websites. assistant, media planner, interactive • Digital Video Editing media specialist, interface designer, • Page Layout & Desktop Publishing Multimedia-Web Designer, animation specialist, computer pro- • Adobe Dreamweaver grammer, programmer, graphic artist, AAS computer specialist, modeler, game • Adobe Animate designer, game programmer, game • Adobe Illustrator developer, photographer, videogra- • Adobe InDesign Degree Map pher, video editing specialist, digital • Adobe Photoshop marketing specialist, social media and Includes required AAS courses. Stu- marketing coordinator, digital media • Adobe Premiere dent schedule may vary based on entry specialist, social media manager, • Multimedia Design point, credit load, and prerequisites. social media director, social media • User Experience (UX) Design Consult with department chair or SVC analyst, social media developer, online counselor for scheduling options. advertising manager, and online adver- • Search Engine Optimization tising salesperson. Techniques First Year • Social Media & Digital Marketing 1ST QUARTER Work Experience in the Field • Video Game and Application Students will participate in Cooperative Programming • MIT 125 - Introduction to Interactive Education (MIT 199), which is super- • WordPress Multimedia (5) vised work experience in an approved • ART 111 - Two Dimensional Color job. Credits and grades are based on Entry into the Program and Design (5) job hours worked, work performance, Please apply at Enrollment Services. and completion of the learning objec- • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience Students enter the program at the be- tives specified in the learning contract. (2) ginning of any quarter. Please be aware Concurrent enrollment in the Cooper- that some classes/sequences are not • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal ative Education seminar or arranged offered every term. Advanced standing Communication: D (5) or CMST 125 seminar is required. A special project may be requested for prior education Total Credits: 17 may be substituted for Cooperative or experience. For further information,

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2ND QUARTER Adobe Certificate • MIT 149 - Introduction to Web Page Design (5) • MIT 149 - Introduction to Web Page Design (5) 41 Credits • BUS 240 - Fundamentals of Marketing (5) • MIT 226 - Adobe Photoshop (5) Degree Map Total Hours: 15 • † ENGL& 101 - English Composition I (5) The student must maintain a 2.0 2ND QUARTER Total Credits: 15 grade point average and complete the following: • MIT 260 - Search Engine Optimization (5) 3RD QUARTER This certificate is available entirely online. • MIT 270 - CMS Fundamentals (5) • MIT 213 - Digital Photography (5) or ART 181 1ST QUARTER • BUS 122 - Social Media & Digital Marketing (5) • MIT 229 - Adobe Illustrator (5) • MIT 125 - Introduction to Interactive Total Hours: 15 • † BUS 111 - Business Math (5) or Multimedia (5) WMATH 100 • MIT 220 - Adobe InDesign (5) 3RD QUARTER Total Credits: 15 • MIT 226 - Adobe Photoshop (5) • MIT 199 - Cooperative Educational Total Hours: 15 Experience (1) Second Year • MIT 226 - Adobe Photoshop (5) 4TH QUARTER 2ND QUARTER • MIT 229 - Adobe Illustrator (5) • MIT 220 - Adobe InDesign (5) • MIT 228 - Adobe Animate (5) Total Hours: 11 • MIT 228 - Adobe Animate (5) • MIT 229 - Adobe Illustrator (5) Note: This certificate is available • MIT 235 - User Experience Design • MIT 240 - Adobe Dreamweaver (5) entirely online. (UX) (5) Total Hours: 15 Total Credits: 15 Digital Video Certificate 3RD QUARTER 5TH QUARTER • MIT 199 - Cooperative Educational 31 credits • MIT 240 - Adobe Dreamweaver (5) Experience (1) • MIT 260 - Search Engine • MIT 280 - Digital Portfolio (5) Degree Map Optimization (5) • MIT 227 - Adobe Premiere Pro (5) The student must maintain a 2.0 • MIT 270 - CMS Fundamentals (5) Total Hours: 11 grade point average and complete the Total Credits: 15 following: 1ST QUARTER 6TH QUARTER Digital Media Marketing Certificate • MIT 125 - Introduction to Interactive • ‡ MIT 199 - Cooperative Educational Multimedia (5) Experience (1-15) 41 Credits • MIT 212 - Digital Videography (5) • MIT 249 - Advanced Web Page A certificate is awarded to students • MIT 213 - Digital Photography (5) Design (5) who complete the following courses • MIT 280 - Digital Portfolio (5) with a 2.0 grade point average or Total Hours: 15 above in each course. • ^ PE 100 + 1 activity credit (2) 2ND QUARTER Total Credits: 13+ Degree Map • MIT 199 - Cooperative Educational Note: Experience (1-15) This certificate is designed to pro- † Students who do not receive an ap- • MIT 280 - Digital Portfolio (5) vide skills in digital marketing for the propriate test score will require addi- promotion of brands and products to • MIT 226 - Adobe Photoshop (5) tional coursework to develop necessary consumers using digital technologies skills for entry into class. • MIT 227 - Adobe Premiere Pro (5) such as the Internet, digital advertis- ‡ MIT 199 may be taken at any time ing, and mobile phones. Total Hours: 16 after the second quarter with Depart- ment Chair approval. 1ST QUARTER This certificate is available entirely online. ^ or PE 200 or a valid CPR/First Aid • MIT 125 - Introduction to Interactive certification from an approved provider Multimedia (5)

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Game, App & Web 1ST QUARTER • MIT 240 - Adobe Dreamweaver (5) Development Certificate • MIT 125 - Introduction to Interactive • MIT 249 - Advanced Web Page Multimedia (5) Design (5) 44 Credits • MIT 213 - Digital Photography (5) Total Hours: 15 • ART 111 - Two Dimensional Color 3RD QUARTER Degree Map and Design (5) HUMANITIES • MIT 199 - Cooperative Educational Courses MIT 105, MIT 115, and MIT Experience (1-15) 205 are taught at the Northwest Ca- Total Hours: 15 reer and Technical Academy (NCTA) • MIT 260 - Search Engine located at the Mount Vernon campus. 2ND QUARTER Optimization (5) College students will sign up for these • MIT 270 - CMS Fundamentals (5) • MIT 220 - Adobe InDesign (5) courses through SVC. All other cours- Total Hours: 11 es are offered online through the MIT • MIT 226 - Adobe Photoshop (5) program at SVC. The NCTA follows the • MIT 229 - Adobe Illustrator (5) Courses K-12 school year calendar. Classes at the NCTA start earlier in September Total Hours: 15 • MIT 105 - Video Game Development than do the online classes. Classes this I year will probably start September 4. 3RD QUARTER • MIT 115 - Video Game Development To see the complete school year K-12 • MIT 199 - Cooperative Educational II calendar, go to https://www.nwtech. Experience (1-15) • MIT 125 - Introduction to Interactive k12.wa.us for details. Multimedia • MIT 280 - Digital Portfolio (5) The student must maintain a 2.0 • MIT 135 - Multimedia Design grade point average and complete the Total Hours: 6 • MIT 149 - Introduction to Web Page following: Design FALL QUARTER Multimedia-Web Design • MIT 199 - Cooperative Educational Experience • MIT 105 - Video Game Development Certificate • MIT 205 - Video Game Development I (8) 41 credits III • MIT 228 - Adobe Animate (5) Requirements • MIT 212 - Digital Videography Total Hours: 18 The student must maintain a 2.0 • MIT 213 - Digital Photography WINTER QUARTER grade point average and complete the • MIT 220 - Adobe InDesign following: • MIT 226 - Adobe Photoshop • MIT 115 - Video Game Development This certificate is available entirely • MIT 227 - Adobe Premiere Pro II (8) online. • MIT 228 - Adobe Animate • MIT 240 - Adobe Dreamweaver (5) • MIT 229 - Adobe Illustrator Total Hours: 13 Degree Map • MIT 235 - User Experience Design SPRING QUARTER Student schedule may vary based on (UX) entry point, credit load, and prerequi- • MIT 236 - Adobe Experience Design • MIT 205 - Video Game Development sites. Consult with department chair or • MIT 240 - Adobe Dreamweaver III (8) SVC counselor for scheduling options. • MIT 249 - Advanced Web Page • MIT 249 - Advanced Web Page Design Design (5) First Year • MIT 260 - Search Engine Total Hours: 13 1ST QUARTER Optimization • MIT 125 - Introduction to Interactive • MIT 270 - CMS Fundamentals Graphic Arts Certificate Multimedia (5) • MIT 280 - Digital Portfolio • MIT 149 - Introduction to Web Page 36 Credits Design (5) MUSIC • MIT 235 - User Experience Design AREA OF STUDY: ARTS & COMMUNICATION Degree Map (UX) (5) Program Description Total Hours: 15 The student must maintain a 2.0 Skagit Valley College offers a number grade point average and complete the of music courses for the major and 2ND QUARTER following: non-major. The student who wishes to This certificate is available entirely • MIT 226 - Adobe Photoshop (5) major in music should meet with Dr. online. Diane Johnson and plan a two-year

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program that will meet his or her trans- of theoretical concepts and piano skills trigonometry, problem solving, and the fer needs. Be aware that when transfer- often acquired through private lessons. history of mathematics. A graphing ring to a four-year school or to a music Although this degree will be granted to calculator may be required. Prereq- conservatory, students will be asked SVC students completing a cumulative uisite: MATH 98 with a grade of C or to take a music theory placement test 2.0 GPA, minimum grade-point average higher, or equivalent math placement as well as a piano proficiency exam- requirements are established by each score. ination. Your academic preparation for institution. Meeting the minimum re- a music major should include music quirements does not guarantee admis- 3. Integrative Learning Experiences theory and piano study as well as ear sion. Music programs are competitive • Two Integrative Learning training. Music majors are expected and may require a higher GPA overall, Experiences (ILE) are required. to practice their craft all four years a higher GPA in a selected subset of One ILE must be a Learning of college and not just in junior and courses or a specific minimum grade Community. The second ILE may be senior years as with some other ma- in one or more courses. another Learning Community or an jors. Because of this, careful academic 1. Admission application deadlines Integrative Experience. planning is advised. Our Associate in vary; students must meet the • A Learning Community (LC) is the Music DTA/MRP degree, based on the deadline for the university or integrated combination of two new statewide Associate in Music DTA/ universities to which they plan to or more courses from different MRP, Is especially designed for music apply for transfer admission. areas of inquiry (e.g. sociology majors (see Degrees & Certificates 2. Certain schools may have additional and literature, or physics and Quick View for more information). “university-specific” requirements math, or speech and economics, Performing ensembles are also an for admission to the institution that or composition and philosophy). important part of your musical devel- are not prerequisites specifically Learning Communities are opment. Skagit Valley College offers identified in the DTA requirements. indicated in the course schedule. many opportunities to perform on 3. Certain colleges and university • Integrative Experiences (IEs) campus as well as out in the com- might have “university-specific” are curricular or co-curricular munity with some of our community requirements for graduation experiences designed by faculty in ensembles. Contact Dr. Diane Johnson (ex: institutional residency which students demonstrate their at 360.416.7655 for more details. requirements). Students are advised ability to integrate information, For non-music majors who love to to consult their destination college concepts, analytical frameworks, sing or play an instrument, we offer or university. and skills from two or more areas 2 choirs: MUSC 137 and MUSC 138 of inquiry in a purposeful project or (auditioned only); a Jazz Band (MUSC Degree Requirements experience. Integrative Experiences 164) or a number of music classes in that are classes are indicated in various areas, including: History of Students must complete a minimum the course schedule; co-curricular Jazz (MUSC 128), History of Rock and of 102 quarter credits in transferable IEs are indicated in promotion Roll (MUSC 127), Music Appreciation courses numbered 100 or above with and advising for the experience (MUSC& 105) and World Music (MUSC a cumulative grade point average or project. Students may design a 129). These music courses may satisfy of at least 2.0 in order to graduate Learning into Action IE under the some of your required 15-20 credits from SVC with an Associate in Music guidance of the supervising faculty of studies in the arts. Check with your Direct Transfer Degree. At least 25 member. counselor for more details. college-level credits must be earned at SVC. Credits must satisfy course 4. Diversity Requirement Programs requirements listed below. At least one Diversity Intensive course An ampersand (&) designates Common is required. Students should use the Music Direct Transfer Course Numbering. SVC online quarterly class schedule search or consult with their faculty ad- Agreement, DTA/MRP 1. Communication Skills (10 cr.) visor or counselor to identify courses • ENGL& 101 - English Composition that fulfill this requirement. Transfers to Central Washington, I (5) Eastern Washington, UW Seattle, 5. Distribution Requirements (45 cr.) Western Washington, WSU Pullman • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) Curriculum requirements provide • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) Purpose students with an understanding of 2. Quantitative Skills (5 cr.) and sensitivity to cultural differences Students completing the Associate in other than their own is encouraged • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) Music DTA/MRP who have also met (required by WSU). This may include any specific institutional GPA, perfor- NATURAL SCIENCES minority, non-Western ethnic, or other mance, and audition requirements will A terminal course in mathematics for “area” studies. Select credits from be regarded as having met the mini- non-math or non-science majors. The three areas of study: Natural Science, mum preparation for consideration for course fulfills the quantitative reason- Social Science and Humanities. Eligible admission to a baccalaureate Music ing requirement for the AA-DTA degree courses for each distribution area are program. Performance requirements and for transfer. Topics may include listed in the Associate in Arts - Direct refers not only to performance on logic, probability, statistics, geome- Transfer Agreement Distribution Lists, instrument or voice, but also mastery try, modeling, linear algebra, finance, pp 36-37. These courses may also

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satisfy Integrative Learning Experience The number of credits required in this • MUSC& 142 - Music Theory II (5) requirements. A specific course may area remains a local decision. Receiving HUMANITIES be credited toward no more than one institutions retain the ability to complete • Ensemble (2) distribution requirement. diagnostic testing for piano proficiency. • MUSC 137, MUSC 138, MUSC 146, • MUSC 111 - Class Piano I (3) A. NATURAL SCIENCES (15 CR.) MUSC 147 or MUSC 164 • MUSC 113 - Intermediate Piano (3) Select from at least two disciplines. • Lesson (1) No more than 10 credits allowed from • MUSC 213 - Advance Piano Class any one discipline. At least 10 credits (3) Total Hours: 18 in physical, biological and/or earth Piano placement test will determine 3RD QUARTER sciences. Must include one lab course. course placement. Piano majors may be B. SOCIAL SCIENCES (15 CR.) exempt from this requirement. • MUSC& 143 - Music Theory III (5) Select from at least two disciplines. No * Humanities course (5), preferably in more than 10 credits allowed from any Degree Map Learning Community format. one discipline. SUGGESTED: DRMA& 101 OR DRMA 133. The suggested schedule below in- * Social Sciences course (5), C. HUMANITIES (15 CR.) cludes required DTA courses. Student preferably in Learning Community • MUSC& 141 - Music Theory I (5) schedule may vary based on entry format. • MUSC& 142 - Music Theory II (5) point, credit load, and prerequisites. Consult with department chair or SVC SUGGESTED: EDUC& 202 OR PSYC& 200. ENSEMBLE (2) 6. Music Major Courses (42-44 cr.) counselor for scheduling options. • MUSC 137, MUSC 138, MUSC 146, The two-year suggested schedule A. MUSIC THEORY/EAR (20 CR.) MUSC 147 or MUSC 164 In-house diagnostic testing and/ below is provided as only a guide for • Lesson (1) or auditions might affect the credits a traditional full-time student whose accepted in this area. Students are goal is the Music DTA/MRP degree. Total Hours: 18 advised to check with the receiving Frequent course offerings allow for in- institution. dividualized schedules that will ensure all student degree objectives are met. Second Year • MUSC& 143 - Music Theory III (5) An ampersand (&) designates Common 4TH QUARTER • MUSC& 241 - Music Theory IV (5). Course Numbering. • MUSC& 242 - Music Theory V (5) • MUSC& 241 - Music Theory IV (5) • MUSC& 243 - Music Theory VI (5) First Year * Natural Sciences course (5), 1ST QUARTER preferably in Learning Community B. MUSIC LESSONS (6 CR.) format. One credit per quarter in instrument • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience SUGGESTED: NUTR& 101. or voice for 6 quarters. See your Music (2) * Social Sciences course (5), department advisor for assistance in preferably in Learning Community selecting courses. • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I (5) format. In-house auditions might affect the SUGGESTED: PSYC& 100. ENSEMBLE (2) credits accepted in this area. Students • MUSC 111 - Class Piano I (3) • MUSC 137, MUSC 138, MUSC 146, are advised to check with the receiving • MUSC& 141 - Music Theory I (5) MUSC 147 or MUSC 164 institution. HUMANITIES • Lesson (1) C. ENSEMBLE (12 CR.) • Ensemble (2) Select courses from the following with • MUSC 137, MUSC 138, MUSC 146, Total Hours: 18 help from your Music department MUSC 147 or MUSC 164 advisor. Courses are repeatable for up 5TH QUARTER • Lesson (1) to 12 credits. • MUSC& 242 - Music Theory V (5) Students are advised to check with Total Hours: 18 * Natural Sciences course (5) with the receiving institution to assure their lab, preferably in Learning college ensemble fulfills the requirement 2ND QUARTER Community format. of a ‘major ensemble’. • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) * Social Sciences course (5), • MUSC 137 - Choir (2) HUMANITIES preferably in Learning Community • MUSC 138 - Small Vocal Ensemble • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) format. (1-5) NATURAL SCIENCES SUGGESTED: PSYC& 200 OR EDUC& 202. • MUSC 146 - Symphony Orchestra • MATH& 141 - Precalculus I (5) ENSEMBLE (2) (1) NATURAL SCIENCES • MUSC 137, MUSC 138, MUSC 146, • MUSC 147 - Skagit Community MUSC 147 or MUSC 164 • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats Band (1) (5) Lesson (1) • MUSC 164 - Jazz Ensemble (1-3) NATURAL SCIENCES Total Hours: 18

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6TH QUARTER • MUSC 278 - Brass-Advanced dents for a lifelong career in nursing • MUSC 279 - Woodwind-Advanced practice. Nursing is one of the most • MUSC 213 - Advance Piano Class diverse and exciting careers in today’s • MUSC 280 - Strings-Advanced (3) health care field. It provides unlimited • MUSC& 243 - Music Theory VI (5) • MUSC 282 - Piano-Advanced opportunities and numerous benefits for those who enter the profession. * Natural Sciences course (5), • MUSC 287 - Drums-Advanced Nurses are employed in a variety of preferably in Learning Community • MUSC 299 - Learning into Action settings including hospitals, extended format. • MUSC& 105 - Music Appreciation care centers, home health care agen- • Ensemble (2) • MUSC& 141 - Music Theory I cies, physicians’ offices, mental health • MUSC 137, MUSC 138, MUSC 146, • MUSC& 142 - Music Theory II facilities, and corrections. New tech- nologies are continually developing in MUSC 147 or MUSC 164 • MUSC& 143 - Music Theory III the health care field, offering exciting • Lesson (1) • MUSC& 241 - Music Theory IV and challenging career opportunities. Total Hours: 16 • MUSC& 242 - Music Theory V Nursing is a demanding, rewarding • MUSC& 243 - Music Theory VI profession that requires strong com- * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, munication skills, excellent prob- pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course NATURAL SCIENCES lem-solving abilities, focused con- requirements with an SVC advisor. Students centration when performing a task, are responsible for checking specific major AREA OF STUDY: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, requirements of baccalaureate institutions. ENGINEERING, & MATH (STEM) attention to detail, the ability to work well with others, and extensive knowl- Biology courses at Skagit Valley Col- edge of the sciences. Courses lege are designed to prepare students • MUSC 100 - Music Fundamentals for careers in health fields or future Accreditation • MUSC 108 - Class Voice work in research or industry. Class- es are offered in a variety of science Skagit Valley College’s Registered • MUSC 111 - Class Piano I areas, from marine biology and envi- Nursing program (RN) is approved by • MUSC 113 - Intermediate Piano ronmental sciences, to anatomy and the Washington State Department of • MUSC 114 - Class Guitar I physiology and microbiology. Biology Health Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission (NCQAC). The RN pro- • MUSC 115 - Class Guitar II majors should take Majors Ecology and Evolution (BIOL& 221), Majors Cellular gram is nationally accredited by the • MUSC 116 - Class Guitar III and Molecular (BIOL& 222), and Ma- Accreditation Commission for Edu- • MUSC 127 - History of Rock and jors Physiology (BIOL& 223) as a full- cation in Nursing (ACEN). For further Roll: D year sequence. Biology majors should information, contact the organizations directly: • MUSC 128 - Jazz: America’s meet with a faculty advisor quarterly. Artform: D Pre-nursing students should take • NCQAC - 111 Israel Road SE, Tumwater, WA 98501; • MUSC 129 - World Music: D the sequence of General Biology (BIOL& 160), Anatomy and Physi- 360.236.4700; www.doh.wa.gov • MUSC 137 - Choir ology I (BIOL& 241), Anatomy and • ACEN - 3343 Peachtree Road, NE, • MUSC 138 - Small Vocal Ensemble Physiology II (BIOL& 242), and Mi- Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326; (404) • MUSC 144 - Composition crobiology (BIOL& 260). CHEM& 121 975-5000; www.acenursing.org • MUSC 146 - Symphony Orchestra or CHEM& 161 is a prerequisite for BIOL& 160. Prenursing students Nursing Curriculum and • MUSC 147 - Skagit Community should meet with a faculty advisor Graduate Outcomes Band quarterly. • MUSC 160 - Musical Theater The curriculum includes a strong foun- Workshop Courses dation in communication, biological and social sciences, general education • MUSC 164 - Jazz Ensemble • NASC 100 - Introduction to Physical Science and nursing courses. Students inte- • MUSC 175 - Voice Intermediate grate theory and practice throughout • NASC 160 - Western Washington • MUSC 176 - Guitar I the nursing program by combining Field Study • MUSC 178 - Brass - Intermediate their classroom work with skills lab- • NASC 161 - Eastern Washington oratory and clinical experiences. The • MUSC 179 - Woodwind-Intermediate Field Study curriculum design reflects the nursing • MUSC 180 - Strings-Intermediate • NASC 299 - Learning into Action mission, philosophy, and program ob- • MUSC 182 - Piano-Intermediate jectives. Faculty adopted the NLN Core Components and Competencies for As- • MUSC 187 - Drums-Intermediate NURSING sociate Degree Graduates (NLN 2010) AREA OF STUDY: HEALTH SCIENCES • MUSC 213 - Advance Piano Class as the organizing framework for the • MUSC 244 - Advanced Composition Program Description program. Each component was defined • MUSC 275 - Voice-Advanced by SVC faculty. Competencies for each The Nursing (NURS) program at Skagit course and for SVC ADN students were • MUSC 276 - Guitar II Valley College (SVC) prepares stu- developed. The curriculum design pro-

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vides the foundation for nursing theory Nursing Program Locations Associate in Pre-Nursing course content, laboratory experiences on campus, patient care experiences The Nursing programs at SVC are of- Transfer Agreement, DTA/ in clinical setting, and evaluation of fered at two campus locations: Mount MRP Degree (90 credits, full- student learning. Vernon Campus and Whidbey Island Campus located in Oak Harbor. time) The goal of the Nursing Program at MOUNT VERNON & WHIDBEY ISLAND Skagit Valley College is to educate stu- Required Immunizations for all CAMPUS dents to practice nursing within varied Nursing Programs health care settings. Nursing education Transfers to Northwest University, will assist the student to promote opti- Proof of the following requirements are PLU, SPU, SU, UW Seattle, Walla mal level of health and wellness for the due the first week of the quarter: Walla College, WSU Intercollegiate individual, family and community. 1. Negative TB test, OR chest x-ray College of Nursing. and clearance by Health Care Students who complete this degree Program Learning Outcomes Provider. Students must provide may also choose to apply for entrance The nursing philosophy supports the documentation by the end of first into the Associate in Nursing DTA/MRP student learner outcomes of Human week of class. degree at Skagit Valley College. Flourishing, Nursing Judgment, Profes- 2. Current American Heart Association The Associate in Pre-Nursing Direct sional Identity and Spirit of Inquiry: Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR card. Transfer Agreement, DTA/MRP or • Human Flourishing: Advocate for A CPR card received through an Major Related Program (DTA/MRP) patients and families in ways that internet-based training program is streamlines preparation for the basic promote their self-determination, not acceptable for this program. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) integrity, and ongoing growth as 3. Annual Flu vaccine (except summer pathway across the State. It does not, human beings. quarter). however, address the issue of signifi- cantly inadequate capacity (faculty, • Nursing Judgment: Make judgments 4. Additional immunizations clinical opportunities, etc.) at the BSN in practice, substantiated with requirements will be discussed if level relative to workforce needs or evidence, that integrate nursing you are accepted into the RN or LPN current student interest. Due to high science in the provision of safe, to RN program. interest and limited space in BSN quality care and promote the health programs, admission to all BSN pro- of patients within a family and Nursing Assistant Education grams is highly competitive with many community context. Certificate (8 credits) qualified applicants often finding them- • Professional Identity: Implement MOUNT VERNON & WHIDBEY ISLAND selves on waiting lists for admission. one’s role as a nurse in ways that CAMPUSES BSN admission application deadlines reflect integrity, responsibility, The Nursing Assistant program pre- ethical practices, and an evolving vary; students must meet the deadline pares students for employment as for the university or universities to identity as a nurse committed to Nursing Assistants in hospitals, clinics, evidence-based practice, caring, which they plan to apply for admission long-term care facilities, and home to transfer. advocacy, and safe, quality care for healthcare agencies. Additionally, this Certain schools may have additional diverse patients within a family and program prepares students for con- “university-specific” requirements community context. tinuation into practical or registered for admission to the institution, not • Spirit of Inquiry: Examine the nurse programs. Graduates of the pro- pre-requisites specifically identified in evidence that underlies clinical gram are eligible to take the Washing- the DTA requirements, which will need nursing practice to challenge the ton State competency examination to to be completed prior to graduation. status quo, question underlying become a Nursing Assistant Certified. Contact with advisors from individual assumptions, and offer new insights This is a Washington State approved, schools for institutional requirements to improve the quality of care for one quarter course, requiring 44 hours is highly recommended since this DTA patients, families, and communities. of classroom instruction and 88 hours may not meet every institution-specific of lab/clinical experience. Students The nursing process is foundational to graduation requirement. the curricular framework defined by must attend all scheduled classes the National League for Nursing (2010) and clinical experiences to meet State and adopted by Skagit Valley College certification requirements. Associate in Nursing DTA/ ADN program. The nursing process MRP Degree (135 credits, consists of Assessment, Diagnosis, full-time) Planning, Implementation and Evalua- tion. MOUNT VERNON & WHIDBEY ISLAND CAMPUS Nursing Program Website The Associate in Nursing Direct Trans- For the most current information about fer Agreement (DTA/MRP) prepares the Nursing program, specific program students who are highly educated, admission requirements, application technically advanced, competent and documents, and deadlines, go to SVC’s caring individuals to practice profes- website at www.skagit.edu/nursing. sional nursing in a variety of settings.

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The full-time Registered Nursing receive an Associate Degree in Regis- technically advanced, competent and program runs 6 quarters with sum- tered Nursing and are eligible to apply caring individuals to practice profes- mers off. Attendance requirements for the State Licensing Examination sional nursing in a variety of settings. are daytime lecture and lab classes, (NCLEX-RN) for Registered Nursing. The full-time program, located on and both daytime and evening clinical the Mount Vernon campus, requires experiences. Graduates of this pro- Certification/Licensure attendance in daytime lecture and lab gram are eligible to take the examina- Upon successful completion of the classes, and both daytime and evening tion for licensure as a registered nurse nursing certificate or degree program, clinical experiences. (NCLEX-RN). Passing the NCLEX-RN Nursing program graduates are eligible Graduates of this program are eligible exam and completion of this transfer to take the National Council Licensure to take the examination for licensure as degree provide the general education Examination (NCLEX-RN) for registered a registered nurse (NCLEX-RN). Pass- and nursing courses for direct transfer nursing that is offered by the Washing- ing the NCLEX-RN exam and comple- with only one additional year of study ton State Nursing Care Quality Assur- tion of this transfer degree provide the to complete the Bachelor of Science ance Commission. This computerized general education and nursing courses in Nursing (RN-BSN pathway). Bac- examination is individually scheduled for direct transfer with only one addi- calaureate institutions party to this at designated testing sites. Success- tional year of study to complete the agreement include: Washington State ful completion of the examination is Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN- University, University of Washing- required to be licensed as a registered BSN pathway). ton, Western Washington University, nurse (RN). Passing a national licens- Admission to an RN to BSN program , Pacific Lutheran ing exam from the National Council of is competitive; therefore, no particular University, Seattle Pacific University, State Boards of Nursing (NCLEX-RN for GPA can guarantee admission to any St. Martin’s University, and Western RN) is required prior to working in the specific program. Certain schools may Governors University. field, or pursuing advanced training have additional university-specific All interested students must meet min- and education (BSN, etc.) Graduates requirements for admission to the imum academic qualifications to be of the NAC program are eligible to institution that are not prerequisites considered for admission. Please see take the Washington State competen- specifically identified in the DTA the nursing web page at www.skagit. cy examination to become a Certified requirements. Admission application edu/nursing for application require- Nursing Assistant. deadlines vary; students must meet the ments; both academic and non-aca- deadline for the university or universities demic. Re-entry to Nursing Program to which they plan to apply for transfer Admission to an RN to BSN program may Students requesting re-entry to the admission. be competitive; therefore, no particular Registered Nursing (RN or LPN to GPA can guarantee admission to any RN) must fulfill current readmission Purpose specific program. Certain schools may requirements as specified by the SVC This degree is intended to prepare have additional university-specific Nursing Admissions Policy. Readmis- students for licensure as a registered requirements for admission to the sion is based on space availability and nurse as well as entry into a Bache- institution that are not prerequisites Nursing faculty determination. A stu- lor of Science in Nursing completion specifically identified in the DTA dent who has a program interruption degree. Although this degree will be requirements. may be required to repeat some, if not granted to SVC students completing all, nursing program courses if there a cumulative 2.0 GPA, entry into a (LPN-RN) Registered Nursing have been curriculum changes or if the Bachelor of Science Nursing program AAS Degree (99 credits, part- interruption has lasted greater than will require a higher GPA for admis- one year. Students will not be allowed sion. Minimum grade-point average time) to reenter the SVC Registered Nursing requirements are established by each WHIDBEY ISLAND CAMPUS Program at either campus more than institution. Meeting the minimum once for any reason. An exception will requirements does not guarantee SVC offers a program for nurses who be made for student withdrawal due to admissions. Seek out an SVC Nursing have graduated from a PN program military service. advisor/counselor early in your stud- and have a current Washington State ies to check with potential transfer unencumbered LPN license. Located institutions about requirements for on the Whidbey Island Campus, this Associate in Nursing Direct overall minimum GPA, possible higher is a part-time degree path (6 quar- Transfer Agreement, DTA/ GPA in a selected subset of courses, ters including summer). The LPN to MRP or a specific minimum grade in one or RN focuses on the second year of the more courses such as math or English. Registered Nursing Program. Stu- 135 credits Students should contact potential dents complete the same RN program Transfers to Heritage University, degree institutions regarding specific prerequisites and related education Pacific Lutheran University, St. requirements where options are listed. courses required for the ADN DTA/ Martin’s University, Seattle Pacific, MRP Nursing degree. The program UW Bothell, UW Seattle, WSU, WWU, Degree Requirements was designed to create a pathway for Western Governor’s University PN graduates to move into high-wage, Students must complete 135 quarter high-demand career opportunities in The DTA/ MRP degree prepares credits in transferable courses num- healthcare. Graduates of this program students who are highly educated, bered 100 or above with a cumulative

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grade point average of at least 2.0 in etc.) Learning Communities are A. HUMANITIES (15 CR.) order to graduate from SVC with an indicated in the course schedule. • PHIL 291 - Ethics and Policy in Associate in Nursing DTA/MRP degree. • Integrative Experiences (IEs) are Healthcare (5) At least 25 college-level credits must typically seminar courses in which Select 10 credits in courses from be earned at SVC. Credits must satisfy • students use an interdisciplinary at least two disciplines, course requirements listed below. with approach for a specific topic no more than 10 credits from • An ampersand (&) designates or current issue (e.g. Ethics in one discipline. No more than 5 Common Course Numbering. Science). Integrative Experience credits may be applied in world • An asterisk (*) indicates lab or skill/ seminars are indicated in the languages at the 100 level. No more studio course. course schedule. than 5 credits may be applied in This requirement is satisfied by tak- performance/skill studio courses. 1. Communication Skills (10 cr.) ing: Five credits in English composition B. NATURAL SCIENCES (30 CR.) required. Select five additional cred- • SOC 191 - Psychosocial Issues in • BIOL& 160 - General Biology w/Lab its from the Associate of Arts Direct Healthcare (5) (5) Transfer Agreement, AA-DTA Commu- • NURS 191 - Nursing OB, Pediatrics, • BIOL& 241 - Human Anatomy and nication Skills list. This course may be M/S-Skls Prac (lecture) (3) Physiology I (5) individualized based on baccalaureate THEN • BIOL& 242 - Human A & P II (5) college of choice. • PHIL 291 - Ethics and Policy in • BIOL& 260 - Microbiology (5) • ENGL& 101 - English Composition Healthcare (5) • CHEM& 121 - Intro to Chemistry (5) I (5) AND The study of fundamental writing skills • NUTR& 101 - Nutrition (5) • NURS 291 - Entry Nursing Practice/ and varied writing strategies leading to Practicum (lecture) (1) C. SOCIAL SCIENCES (15 CR.) the planning, organizing, writing, and revising of academic essays. Prerequi- 4. Diversity Requirement • PSYC& 100 - General Psychology (5) site: Appropriate placement or grade At least one Diversity Intensive course of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 99. is required. Students should use the • PSYC& 200 - Lifespan Psychology • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) SVC online quarterly class schedule (5) OR search or consult with their faculty ad- • SOC 191 - Psychosocial Issues in visor or counselor to identify courses Healthcare (5) • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal that fulfill this requirement. Communication: D (5) 6. Nursing Core (60 cr.) This requirement is satisfied by taking: OR • NURS 171 - Nursing Fundamentals- • NURS 171 - Nursing Fundamentals- • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) Skills & Pract:D (lecture) (7) Skills & Pract:D (lecture) (7) OR • NURS 172 - Nursing Fundamentals- • NURS 172 - Nursing Fundamentals- Skills & Pract:D (clinical) (2) • CMST& 230 - Small Group Skills & Pract:D (clinical) (2) Communication: D (1-5) • NURS 173 - Nursing Fundamentals- • NURS 173 - Nursing Fundamentals- Skills & Pract:D (lab) (3) OR Skills & Pract:D (lab) (3) • NURS 181 - Nursing M/S Patient- • ENGL 103 - Advanced Composition Practicum (lecture) (6) (5) 5. Distribution Requirements (60 cr.) OR • NURS 182 - Nursing M/S Patient- Curriculum requirements provide Practicum (clinical) (6) • ENGL& 235 - Technical Writing (5) students with an understanding of • NURS 191 - Nursing OB, Pediatrics, 2. Quantitative Skills (5 cr.) and sensitivity to cultural differences M/S-Skls Prac (lecture) (3) • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats other than their own is encouraged • NURS 192 - Nursing OB, Pediatrics, (5) (required by WSU). This may include M/S-Skls Prac (clinical) (4) minority, non-Western ethnic, or other 3. Integrative Learning Experience “area” studies. Select credits from • NURS 271 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (lecture) (5) • Two Integrative Learning three areas of study: Natural Science, Experiences (ILE) are required. Social Science and Humanities. Eligible • NURS 272 - Nursing Advncd OB, One ILE must be a Learning courses for each distribution area are Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (clinical) (5) Community. The second ILE may be listed in the Associate in Arts - Direct • NURS 273 - Nursing Advncd OB, another Learning Community or an Transfer Agreement Distribution Lists, Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (lab) (2) pp 36-37. These courses may also Integrative Experience. • NURS 281 - Nursing Complx M/S & satisfy Integrative Learning Experience • A Learning Community (LC) is the Geriatric Patient (lecture) (6) requirements. A specific course may integrated combination of two be credited toward no more than one • NURS 282 - Nursing Complx M/S & or more courses from different distribution requirement. Geriatric Patient(clinical) (6) areas of inquiry (e.g. sociology • NURS 291 - Entry Nursing Practice/ and literature, physics and math, Practicum (lecture) (1)

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• NURS 292 - Entry Nursing Practice/ 5TH QUARTER Contact with advisors from individual Practicum (clinical) (4) schools for institutional requirements • NURS 281 - Nursing Complx M/S & is highly recommended since this DTA Geriatric Patient (lecture) (6) Degree Map may not meet every institution-specific • NURS 282 - Nursing Complx M/S & graduation requirement. 135 credits Geriatric Patient(clinical) (6) Students who complete this degree may also choose to apply for entrance Student schedule may vary based on Total Hours: 12 into the Associate in Nursing DTA/MRP entry point and credit load. This is degree at Skagit Valley College. a full-time schedule. An Associate in 6TH QUARTER Nursing DTA/MRP degree is awarded • NURS 291 - Entry Nursing Practice/ Degree Requirements upon completion of a minimum of 75 Practicum (lecture) (1) credits of generic DTA credits and 60 Students must complete a minimum nursing core course. Please note the • NURS 292 - Entry Nursing Practice/ of 90 quarter credits in transferable annual schedule: not every nursing Practicum (clinical) (4) courses, college-level or numbered 100 and above, with a cumulative grade course will be offered every quarter. • PHIL 291 - Ethics and Policy in point average of at least 2.0 in order Healthcare (5) First Year (Full-Time) to graduate from SVC with an Associ- Total Hours: 10 ate in Pre-Nursing Degree. At least 25 1ST QUARTER college-level credits must be earned at SVC. Credits must satisfy course • NURS 171 - Nursing Fundamentals- Associate in Pre-Nursing requirements listed below. Students Skills & Pract:D (lecture) (7) Direct Transfer Agreement, should contact potential degree institu- • NURS 172 - Nursing Fundamentals- DTA/MRP tions regarding specific requirements Skills & Pract:D (clinical) (2) where options are listed. • NURS 173 - Nursing Fundamentals- Transfers to Northwest University, • An ampersand (&) designates Skills & Pract:D (lab) (3) PLU, SPU, SU, UW Seattle, Walla Common Course Numbering. Walla College, WSU Intercollegiate • Courses with an asterisk (*) indicate Total Hours: 12 College of Nursing. Students who a lab course. complete this degree may also 2ND QUARTER choose to apply for entrance into 1. First Quarter Experience (2 cr.) the Associate in Nursing DTA/MRP • NURS 181 - Nursing M/S Patient- • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience degree at Skagit Valley College. Practicum (lecture) (6) (2) • NURS 182 - Nursing M/S Patient- Purpose 2. Communication Skills (10 cr.) Practicum (clinical) (6) The Associate in Pre-Nursing Direct • ENGL& 101 - English Composition Total Hours: 12 Transfer Agreement or Major Relat- I (5) ed Program (DTA/MRP) streamlines • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) 3RD QUARTER preparation for the basic Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) pathway 3. Quantitative Skills (5 cr.) • NURS 191 - Nursing OB, Pediatrics, across the State. It does not, howev- • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats M/S-Skls Prac (lecture) (3) er, address the issue of significantly (5) • NURS 192 - Nursing OB, Pediatrics, inadequate capacity (faculty, clinical M/S-Skls Prac (clinical) (4) opportunities, etc.) at the BSN level 4. Integrative Learning Experiences • SOC 191 - Psychosocial Issues in relative to workforce needs or current • Two Integrative Learning Healthcare (5) student interest. Due to high interest Experiences (ILE) are required. and limited space in BSN programs, One ILE must be a Learning Total Hours: 12 admission to all BSN programs is Community. The second ILE may be highly competitive with many qualified another Learning Community or an Second Year (Full-Time) applicants often finding themselves on Integrative Experience. waiting lists for admission. 4TH QUARTER • A Learning Community (LC) is the BSN admission application deadlines integrated combination of two • NURS 271 - Nursing Advncd OB, vary; students must meet the deadline or more courses from different Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (lecture) (5) for the university or universities to areas of inquiry (e.g. sociology which they plan to apply for admission and literature, or physics and • NURS 272 - Nursing Advncd OB, to transfer. math, or speech and economics, Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (clinical) (5) Certain schools may have additional or composition and philosophy). • NURS 273 - Nursing Advncd OB, “university-specific” requirements Learning Communities are Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (lab) (2) for admission to the institution, not indicated in the course schedule. Total Hours: 12 pre-requisites specifically identified in • Integrative Experiences (IEs) the DTA requirements, which will need are curricular or co-curricular to be completed prior to graduation. experiences designed by faculty in

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which students demonstrate their to complete the course at NU in the opportunity for such a curriculum. ability to integrate information, summer prior to the junior year. Choices include: minority, non- concepts, analytical frameworks, • UW Seattle requires a minimum western, ethnic or other “area” and skills from two or more areas GPA of 3.0 for 3 out of the 7 studies. of inquiry in a purposeful project or courses or 2.8 for 4 out of the 7. D. ELECTIVES (10 CR.) experience. Integrative Experiences • This degree requires 35 credits in that are classes are indicated in Select 5 credits from courses num- Natural Sciences with at least 25 the course schedule; co-curricular bered 100 and above and 5 credits credits lab-based. IEs are indicated in promotion from the Distribution Lists - AA-DTA and advising for the experience B. SOCIAL SCIENCES (15 CR.) Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, and or project. Students may design a Humanities Distribution lists. • PSYC& 100 - General Psychology Learning into Action IE under the (5) Notes: guidance of the supervising faculty • A curriculum that provides students • PSYC& 200 - Lifespan Psychology member. with an understanding of and (5) Learning Communities specifically sensitivity to human diversity is designed for this degree may be offered; • SOC& 101 - Intro to Sociology: D (5) encouraged (required by WSU). consult your advisor for information. Elective credits provide one Notes: 5. Diversity Requirement opportunity for such a curriculum. Choices include: minority, non- • SOC& 101 - Intro to Sociology: D (5) • Northwest University (NU) requires ANTH& 206 - Cultural western, ethnic or other “area” Northwest University (NU) requires Anthropology: D and does not studies. ANTH& 206 - Cultural Anthropology: D accept a course in Sociology • UW Seattle and Seattle University and does not accept a course in Sociology discipline as a substitute. Students require 10 credits in quantitative/ discipline as a substitute. Students may may be admitted to the BSN symbolic reasoning with the be admitted to the BSN without Cultural without Cultural Anthropology if additional class in college algebra Anthropology if they agree to complete they agree to complete the course or pre-calculus (at UW Seattle the course at NU in the summer prior to at NU in the summer prior to the a class in Logic also meets this the junior year. junior year. requirement). 6. Distribution Requirements (65 cr.) • A curriculum that provides students Select credits from three areas of with an understanding of and Degree Map study: Natural Sciences, Social Sci- sensitivity to human diversity is ences, and Humanities. These courses encouraged (required by WSU). The suggested schedule below in- may also satisfy Integrative Learning Credits in the Sociology distribution cludes required DTA courses. Student Experience requirements. A specific area provide one opportunity for schedule may vary based on entry course may be credited toward no such a curriculum. Choices include: point, credit load, and prerequisites. more than one distribution require- minority, non-western, ethnic or Consult with department chair or SVC ment. other “area” studies. counselor for scheduling options. A. NATURAL SCIENCES (35 CR.) C. HUMANITIES (15 CR.) The two-year suggested schedule below is provided as only a guide for a • BIOL& 160 - General Biology w/Lab • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) traditional full-time student whose goal (5) Select two additional courses from the AA- is the Pre-Nursing DTA/MRP degree. • BIOL& 241 - Human Anatomy and DTA Humanities Distribution list, pp 36-37. Frequent course offerings allow for in- Physiology I (5) No more than 10 credits in one discipline; dividualized schedules that will ensure • BIOL& 242 - Human A & P II (5) no more than 5 credits in World Languages, all student degree objectives are met. ASL or performance/skills studio classes. • BIOL& 260 - Microbiology (5) An ampersand (&) designates Common Course Numbering. • CHEM& 121 - Intro to Chemistry (5) Notes: • CHEM& 131 - Intro to Organic/ • In order to better prepare for First Year Biochemistry (5) successful transfer, students are 1ST QUARTER • NUTR& 101 - Nutrition (5) encouraged to consult with the institution(s) to which they wish to • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience Notes: transfer regarding the humanities (2) courses that best support or may • Introductory survey courses or • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I be required as prerequisites to their review courses do not meet the (5) content level expectations for these Nursing curriculum. • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats natural science requirements. • A curriculum that provides students (5) • Northwest University requires with an understanding of and 2 credits of Genetics, as well. sensitivity to human diversity Total Hours: 12 Students may be admitted to the is encouraged (required by BSN without Genetics, if they agree WSU). Credits in the humanities distribution area provide one

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2ND QUARTER Degree Map | AAS 6TH QUARTER • CHEM& 121 - Intro to Chemistry (5) Registered Nursing - • NURS 294 - Entry into Nursing • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) Whidbey Island Campus Practice and Practicum (lecture 1) (0.5) • PSYC& 100 - General Psychology 99 credits (5) • NURS 295 - Entry into Nursing Practice and Practicum 2 (clinical 1) Total Hours: 15 Part-Time PN to RN – Whidbey (2) Campus Only 3RD QUARTER • NURS 297 - Nursing Adult/Child Practicum V (lecture 2) (0.5) First Year • BIOL& 160 - General Biology w/Lab • NURS 298 - Nursing Care of the (5) 1ST QUARTER Adult/Child IV (clinical 2) (2) • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) Focuses on factors impacting entry • NURS 274 - Nursing Advncd OB, • PSYC& 200 - Lifespan Psychology Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (lecture 1) (3) Total Hours: 5 (5) • NURS 276 - Nursing Advncd OB, Total Hours: 15 Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (lab 1) (1) Nursing Assistant Education • NURS 277 - Nursing Advncd OB, Certificate Second Year Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (lecture 2) (2) Mount Vernon and Whidbey Island 4TH QUARTER Total Hours: 6 Campuses​ • BIOL& 241 - Human Anatomy and 2ND QUARTER 8 credits Physiology I (5) The Nursing Assistant Education • NUTR& 101 - Nutrition (5) • NURS 275 - Nursing Advncd OB, program, NURS 100, NURS 101, and Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (clinical 1) (2) NURS 102, prepares students for em- * Humanities course (5), preferably in ployment as Nursing Assistants in hos- Learning Community format. • NURS 278 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (clinical 2) (3) pitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, Total Hours: 15 and home healthcare agencies. Addi- • NURS 279 - Nursing Advncd OB, tionally, this program prepares stu- Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (lab 2) (1) 5TH QUARTER dents for continuation on into practical Total Hours: 6 or registered nurse programs. Grad- • BIOL& 242 - Human A & P II (5) uates of the program are eligible to • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) 3RD QUARTER take the Washington State competency examination to become a Nursing As- • PE Activity (1) • NURS 284 - Nursing Complx M/S & sistant Certified. This is a Washington • Elective (5) Geriatric Patient (lecture 1) (3) State approved, one quarter course * Humanities course (5), preferably in • NURS 285 - Nursing Complx M/S & offered evenings, requiring 44 hours Learning Community format. Geriatric Patient (clinical 1) (3) of classroom instruction and 88 hours of lab/clinical experience. Students Total Hours: 6 Total Hours: 17 must attend all scheduled classes and clinical experiences to meet State 6TH QUARTER Second Year certification requirements. A certificate is awarded to students who complete • BIOL& 260 - Microbiology (5) 4TH QUARTER the following courses with a 2.3 grade • CHEM& 131 - Intro to Organic/ • NURS 287 - Nursing Complx M/S & point average or above in each course. Biochemistry (5) Geriatric Patient (lecture 2) (3) Required Courses • SOC& 101 - Intro to Sociology: D (5) • NURS 288 - Nursing Complx M/S & • NURS 100 - Nursing Assistant/AIDS • PE Activity (1) Geriatric Patient (clinical 2) (3) Education (lecture) (4) Total Hours: 16 Total Hours: 6 • NURS 101 - Nursing Assistant/AIDS Education (clinical) (3) 5TH QUARTER • NURS 102 - Nursing Assistant/AIDS • PHIL 294 - Ethics and Policy in Education (lab) (1) Healthcare (part 1) (2.5) Total Hours: 8 • PHIL 297 - Ethics and Policy in Healthcare (part 2) (2.5) All Nursing Courses Total Hours: 5 • NURS 099 - TEAS TEST PREP • NURS 100 - Nursing Assistant/AIDS Education (lecture)

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• NURS 101 - Nursing Assistant/AIDS • NURS 295 - Entry into Nursing schedules that will ensure all student Education (clinical) Practice and Practicum 2 (clinical degree objectives are met. • NURS 102 - Nursing Assistant/AIDS 1) Note: An ampersand (&) designates Education (lab) • NURS 297 - Nursing Adult/Child Common Course Numbering. • NURS 171 - Nursing Fundamentals- Practicum V (lecture 2) Skills & Pract:D (lecture) • NURS 298 - Nursing Care of the First Year • NURS 172 - Nursing Fundamentals- Adult/Child IV (clinical 2) 1ST QUARTER Skills & Pract:D (clinical) • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience • NURS 173 - Nursing Fundamentals- NUTRITION (2) Skills & Pract:D (lab) AREA OF STUDY: HEALTH SCIENCES • CHEM& 121 - Intro to Chemistry (5) • NURS 181 - Nursing M/S Patient- Program Description Practicum (lecture) • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I For allied health and nursing, health • NURS 182 - Nursing M/S Patient- (5) and fitness technician, and academic Practicum (clinical) • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) transfer degree students seeking a sci- • NURS 191 - Nursing OB, Pediatrics, ence distribution course, NUTR& 101 Total Hours:13 M/S-Skls Prac (lecture) offers an introduction to the basic • NURS 192 - Nursing OB, Pediatrics, principles of nutritional science. 2ND QUARTER M/S-Skls Prac (clinical) Related Degree and Certificate • BIOL& 160 - General Biology w/Lab • NURS 271 - Nursing Advncd OB, (5) Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (lecture) Options • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats • NURS 272 - Nursing Advncd OB, Associate of Arts Direct Transfer (5) Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (clinical) Agreement, AA-DTA • NUTR& 101 - Nutrition (5) • NURS 273 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (lab) Associate in Nursing Direct Transfer Total Hours: 15 • NURS 274 - Nursing Advncd OB, Agreement, DTA/MRP Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (lecture 1) 3RD QUARTER • NURS 275 - Nursing Advncd OB, Associate in Pre-Nursing Direct • BIOL& 241 - Human Anatomy and Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (clinical 1) Transfer Agreement, DTA/MRP Physiology I (5) • NURS 276 - Nursing Advncd OB, • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (lab 1) Health & Fitness Technician, AAS • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) • NURS 277 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (lecture 2) Programs Total Hours: 15 • NURS 278 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (clinical 2) Degree Map | AA-DTA Second Year • NURS 279 - Nursing Advncd OB, Nutrition Emphasis 4TH QUARTER Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (lab 2) • BIOL& 242 - Human A & P II (5) • NURS 281 - Nursing Complx M/S & The Associate of Arts Direct Transfer Geriatric Patient (lecture) Agreement, AA-DTA with Nutrition Em- * Social Sciences course (5), • NURS 282 - Nursing Complx M/S & phasis prepares students for a career preferably in Learning Community Geriatric Patient(clinical) in nutrition, by setting them on the format. path to earning a Bachelor’s degree in SUGGESTED: BUS& 101, CS 101, EDUC& • NURS 284 - Nursing Complx M/S & nutrition/dietetics or becoming a Reg- 115, EDUC& 202, ETHNC 201, PSYC 115, Geriatric Patient (lecture 1) istered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN). SOSC 100. • NURS 285 - Nursing Complx M/S & The suggested schedule below in- * Humanities course (5), preferably in Geriatric Patient (clinical 1) cludes required DTA courses with an Learning Community format. • NURS 287 - Nursing Complx M/S & emphasis in Nutrition. Student sched- SUGGESTED: ART 143, CMST& 102, CMST Geriatric Patient (lecture 2) ule may vary based on entry point, 105, DRMA 236, HUM& 101, PHIL& 106, SPAN& 121. • NURS 288 - Nursing Complx M/S & credit load, and prerequisites. Consult Geriatric Patient (clinical 2) with department chair or SVC counsel- • PE Activity (2) • NURS 291 - Entry Nursing Practice/ or for scheduling options. Total Hours: 17 Practicum (lecture) The two-year suggested schedule 5TH QUARTER • NURS 292 - Entry Nursing Practice/ below is provided as only a guide for a Practicum (clinical) traditional full-time student whose goal is the Associate of Arts Direct Transfer • BIOL& 260 - Microbiology (5) • NURS 294 - Entry into Nursing Agreement, AA-DTA. Frequent course Practice and Practicum (lecture 1) offerings allow for individualized

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• Humanities course (10), preferably emphasis could lead to employment In addition to outcomes 1 through 4, in Learning Community format: as an Accounting Technician, Accounts Accounting Paraprofessional AAS stu- SUGGESTED: ART 143, CMST& 102, CMST Payable/Receivable Clerk, Payroll dents will be able to: 105, DRMA 236, HUM& 101, PHIL& 106, Clerk, or Full-Charge Bookkeeper. • Demonstrate the ability to records SPAN& 121. Students who plan to major in Ac- business transactions in a variety Total Hours: 15 counting or Business Administra- of business structures (sole tion at a four-year institution should proprietorship or partnership, 6TH QUARTER take ACCT& 201, ACCT& 202, and service or merchandising business) ACCT& 203. Course descriptions are in both manual and computerized • CHEM& 131 - Intro to Organic/ listed under Business Administration. accounting systems. Biochemistry (5) • ECON 101 - Introduction to Certificate Options Entry into the Program Economics (5) Certificates may be earned by com- Please apply at Enrollment Services. • PSYC& 100 - General Psychology pleting initial, intermediate, or ad- The admission and registration guide- (5) vanced courses targeted for individual lines are listed in the catalog and on career pursuits. These certificates are the College’s website, www.skagit. Total Hours: 15 designed for those whose intended job edu. Before enrolling in Office and All NUTR Courses does not require an associate degree Business Technology (OBT), students or for those who wish additional train- are encouraged to review the sample • NUTR& 101 - Nutrition ing in specific areas. schedules and the course descriptions. Although students may enter the pro- OFFICE AND BUSINESS Program Learning Outcomes gram at the beginning of any quarter, TECHNOLOGY Graduates of the Office and Business some key courses are offered only at Technology program will be able to: specific times during the year. Program Description • Select and use appropriate Career & Technical Education application software to complete The Office and Business Technology (CTE) business-related tasks, integrating (OBT) program offers a learner-cen- the applications when appropriate Please see Non-Degree Programs for tered and employment-focused curric- (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, information regarding CTE. ulum for students seeking training in Outlook). Completed tasks will administrative office and accounting Work-Based Learning demonstrate attention to detail and support positions. Careers as admin- Students working toward an AAS will contain minimal errors. istrative assistants and accounting degree will integrate their classroom paraprofessionals are evolving with • Demonstrate the ability to use learning with work-based learning by broader responsibilities and higher appropriate filing procedures participating in Cooperative Education salaries. Faculty members work closely to store and retrieve records (OBT 199) at a supervised work site. with local employers to ensure that necessary for the day-to-day Department Chair approval is required. operations of an organization. current curriculum represents current Credits and grades are based on job job requirements. • Demonstrate a basic understanding hours worked, work performance, and Key curriculum courses include busi- of accounting concepts (accounting completion of learning objectives spec- ness software applications (Word, equation, journalizing and ified in a learning contract. Concurrent Excel, Access, PowerPoint), desktop posting transactions, end- enrollment in the Cooperative Educa- publishing, communication skills, of-period transactions, and tion seminar or equivalent is required. records management, and accounting. financial statement) and basic A special project may be substituted Students may choose to pursue an payroll procedures (earnings and for Cooperative Education with consent Associate in Applied Science degree deductions, complete payroll cycle, of the Department Chair. (93 credits) or a specialized certificate employer taxes, and common (43-70 credits). Students may also federal forms). Credit by Examination choose to group certain key curricu- • Create a position-specific and Credit by examination is available for lum courses that will support related error-free employment application the following OBT courses: OBT 115, programs or fulfill industry-specific packet (cover letter, resume, and OBT 122, OBT 132, OBT 134, OBT competencies. application). 140, and ACCT 145. Regulations for Degree Options In addition to outcomes 1 through 4, awarding credit by examination have Administrative Assistant AAS students been established by the college and Career paths for students who suc- will be able to: are listed in the “Academic Regula- cessfully complete the Administrative • Demonstrate the ability to properly tions” section of this catalog. Assistant degree emphasis might format a variety of commonly-used Associate in Applied Science include employment as an Executive business documents with a very Assistant, Administrative Assistant, high degree of accuracy. 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of a minimum of 90 credits of speci- WINTER • OBT 215 - Business fied technical and related education Communications: D (5) coursework above 100-level with both • ACCT 145 - Small Business Accounting I (5) • OBT 232 - MS Office Integrated an overall 2.0 grade point average and Projects (3) a 2.0 grade point average in the techni- • OBT 110 - Introduction to Office cal major. Technologies: D (3) • OBT 280 - Final Project (1) These suggested schedules illustrate • OBT 122 - MS Word I (3) • SOSC 113 - Job Search (1) one way students can complete the Total Hours: 14 OBT program and obtain an associate • † WMATH 100 - Professional degree. Technical Applied Math (5) OR Notes: Note: these suggested schedules are for first-year, full-time students who • † BUS 111 - Business Math (5) † Students who do not receive an ap- begin school fall quarter. OR propriate test score will require addi- tional coursework to develop necessary • It is important to consult each • † MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) course description for any skills for entry into class. OR prerequisites required. ‡ OBT 199 may be taken at any time • Some courses are offered only once • † MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats during the two-year program. a year. It is important to review the (5) Certificate requirements may be met in annual schedule. Total Hours: 16 the first year; degree requirements in the second year. • Quarterly schedules are subject to change. Students should contact a SPRING department adviser to review any Degree Map | AAS • ACCT 146 - Small Business changes prior to registering for Accounting II (5) Office and Business classes. • Students starting winter or • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal Technology: Administrative spring quarters should contact a Communication: D (5) Assistant department adviser. • OBT 134 - MS Excel and Access I (5) 93 credits Program Certificates Total Hours: 15 First Year A Certificate in Office and Business Technology is granted upon comple- Second Year FALL tion of the following requirements with a 2.0 grade point average or above. FALL • ACCT& 201 - Prin of Accounting I Credits earned in these certificates (5) • ACCT 142 - Payroll Procedures (3) can be applied to requirements in the • BUS& 101 - Intro to Business (5) degree program. • ACCT 244 - Sage 50 (3) • † ENGL& 101 - English Composition Programs • OBT 118 - Records Management (4) I (5) • OBT 132 - MS PowerPoint (4) Total Hours: 15 Degree Map | AAS • OBT 210 - Electronic WINTER Office and Business Communications (3) Technology: Accounting Total Hours: 17 • OBT 110 - Introduction to Office Technologies: D (3) Paraprofessional WINTER • OBT 115 - Business English (5) 93 credits • OBT 115 - Business English (5) • OBT 122 - MS Word I (3) • OBT 135 - MS Excel and Access II • † WMATH 100 - Professional First Year (5) Technical Applied Math (5) FALL • OBT 140 - 10-Key Business OR Calculations (4) • ACCT& 201 - Prin of Accounting I • † BUS 111 - Business Math (5) (5) • PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and CPR OR (2) • BUS& 101 - Intro to Business (5) • † MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) Total Hours: 16 • † ENGL& 101 - English Composition OR I (5) QUARTER 6 • † MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats Total Hours: 15 (5) • ACCT 242 - QuickBooks (3) Total Hours: 16 • ‡ OBT 199 - Cooperative Education Experience (1-15)

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SPRING Bookkeeping Certificate with a 2.0 grade point average or above in each course. First Year • ACCT 242 - QuickBooks (3) 50 credits First Year • OBT 126 - MS Word II (3) A certificate is awarded to students • OBT 215 - Business who complete the following courses 1ST QUARTER FALL Communications: D (5) with a 2.0 grade point average or above in each course. • OBT 110 - Introduction to Office • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal Technologies: D (3) Communication: D (5) 1ST QUARTER • OBT 122 - MS Word I (3) Total Hours: 16 • ACCT 145 - Small Business • OBT 134 - MS Excel and Access I Accounting I (5) (5) Second Year • OBT 110 - Introduction to Office • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience FALL Technologies: D (3) (2) • ACCT 142 - Payroll Procedures (3) • OBT 122 - MS Word I (3) Total Hours:13 • OBT 132 - MS PowerPoint (4) • † BUS 111 - Business Math (5) OR 2ND QUARTER WINTER • OBT 134 - MS Excel and Access I (5) • WMATH 100 • OBT 135 - MS Excel and Access II (5) • OBT 210 - Electronic • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience Communications (3) (2) • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal Communication: D (5) Total Hours: 17 Total Hours:18 • † BUS 111 - Business Math (5) WINTER 2ND QUARTER OR

• OBT 118 - Records Management (4) • ACCT 142 - Payroll Procedures (3) • WMATH 100 • OBT 135 - MS Excel and Access II • ACCT 146 - Small Business Total Hours:15 (5) Accounting II (5) 3RD QUARTER SPRING • OBT 140 - 10-Key Business • OBT 115 - Business English (5) Calculations (4) • OBT 140 - 10-Key Business • OBT 124 - Document Production (4) • OBT 204 - Microsoft Publisher (4) Calculations (4) • OBT 126 - MS Word II (3) Total Hours: 17 Total Hours:17 • OBT 132 - MS PowerPoint (4) • OBT 232 - MS Office Integrated 3RD QUARTER SPRING Projects (3) • OBT 124 - Document Production (4) • ACCT 242 - QuickBooks (3) Total Hours:14 • ‡ OBT 199 - Cooperative Education • OBT 134 - MS Excel and Access I Experience (1-15) (5) Second Year • OBT 232 - MS Office Integrated • OBT 280 - Final Project (1) 1ST QUARTER FALL Projects (3) • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal • OBT 280 - Final Project (1) Communication: D (5) • OBT 115 - Business English (5) • PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and CPR • SOSC 113 - Job Search (1) • OBT 118 - Records Management (4) (2) Total Hours:15 • OBT 210 - Electronic • SOSC 113 - Job Search (1) Communications (3) Note: • SOSC 113 - Job Search (1) Total Hours: 12 † Students who do not receive an ap- Total Hours:13 Note: propriate test score will require addi- tional coursework to develop necessary † Students who do not receive an ap- 2ND QUARTER WINTER skills for entry into class. propriate test score will require addi- tional coursework to develop necessary • OBT 204 - Microsoft Publisher (4) skills for entry into class. Degree Map | Certificate • OBT 280 - Final Project (1) ‡ OBT 199 may be taken at any time Business Software • MIT 149 - Introduction to Web Page during the two-year program. Applications Design (5) Certificate requirements may be met in Total Hours:10 the first year; degree requirements in the 44 credits second year. Note: A certificate is awarded to students who complete the following courses

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† Students who do not receive an ap- 5TH QUARTER • OBT 134 - MS Excel and Access I propriate test score will require addi- (5) tional coursework to develop necessary • OBT 135 - MS Excel and Access II (5) • OBT 210 - Electronic skills for entry into class. Communications (3) • OBT 140 - 10-Key Business Total Hours:12 Degree Map | Certificate Calculations (4) Small Business Accounting • OBT 280 - Final Project (1) 5TH QUARTER • SOSC 113 - Job Search (1) 65 credits • ACCT 142 - Payroll Procedures (3) Total Hours:11 A certificate is awarded to students • OBT 118 - Records Management (4) who complete the following courses Note: • OBT 135 - MS Excel and Access II with a 2.0 grade point average or † Students who do not receive an ap- (5) above in each course. propriate test score will require addi- • OBT 140 - 10-Key Business In addition to the courses listed below, tional coursework to develop necessary Calculations (4) students must select one of the follow- skills for entry into class. ing courses: OBT 132 or OBT 210 or Total Hours:12 OBT 215. Degree Map | Certificate 6TH QUARTER 1ST QUARTER Office and Administrative • OBT 124 - Document Production (4) Support • ACCT 145 - Small Business • OBT 232 - MS Office Integrated Accounting I (5) 70 credits Projects (3) • OBT 110 - Introduction to Office • OBT 280 - Final Project (1) Technologies: D (3) A certificate is awarded to students who complete the following courses • SOSC 113 - Job Search (1) • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal with a 2.0 grade point average or Total Hours:9 Communication: D (5) above in each course. • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience 1ST QUARTER Note: (2) † Students who do not receive an ap- Total Hours:15 • OBT 105 - Keyboarding– propriate test score will require addi- Skillbuilding (2) tional coursework to develop necessary 2ND QUARTER • OBT 110 - Introduction to Office skills for entry into class. Technologies: D (3) • ACCT 142 - Payroll Procedures (3) • OBT 115 - Business English (5) Office Technology Update • ACCT 146 - Small Business Certificate Accounting II (5) • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience (2) • OBT 122 - MS Word I (3) A student must complete a 30-credit Total Hours:12 minimum individualized program ap- Total Hours:11 proved by Department Chair. A certif- 2ND QUARTER icate will be designed for the student 3RD QUARTER who has had previous training and/or • OBT 122 - MS Word I (3) • ACCT 242 - QuickBooks (3) experience and wants a technological • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal update for a return to the work force, • † BUS 111 - Business Math (5) Communication: D (5) job change, or career advancement. OR Total Hours:8 • WMATH 100 OCEANOGRAPHY Total Hours:8 3RD QUARTER AREA OF STUDY: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, & MATH (STEM) • OBT 126 - MS Word II (3) 4TH QUARTER Program Description • OBT 215 - Business • ACCT 244 - Sage 50 (3) Communications: D (5) The Earth Sciences and Physics (PHYS) program at Skagit Valley Col- • OBT 115 - Business English (5) • † BUS 111 - Business Math (5) lege is designed to serve the diverse • OBT 118 - Records Management (4) OR needs of the community by inspiring • OBT 134 - MS Excel and Access I • WMATH 100 students with an interest in discovery (5) and a desire for lifelong learning, as Total Hours:13 well as by promoting critical thinking Total Hours:17 skills. Interested non-majors, as well 4TH QUARTER as Earth Science, and Environmental • OBT 132 - MS PowerPoint (4) Science majors, can choose from intro- ductory level classes in Earth System

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Science, including: Meteorology, (EASC • PE Activity (1) 102), Physical Geology (GEOL& 101), PHYSICAL EDUCATION Total Hours: 14 Oceanography (OCEA& 101). Addi- AREA OF STUDY: HEALTH SCIENCES tional classes include Environmental 2ND QUARTER Geology (GEOL& 110) and Geology of Program Description the Pacific Northwest (GEOL& 208). • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal Skagit Valley College recognizes phys- Prior college-level course work in Earth Communication: D (5) ical education as an integral part of Sciences is recommended when taking a student’s education. After fulfilling • MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats these latter two courses. Students with the necessary physical education re- (5) an interest in the natural history of the quirements, students will have gained Pacific Northwest should also consid- • NUTR& 101 - Nutrition (5) knowledge and understanding of the er taking the spring field experience Total Hours: 15 value of fitness and healthy lifestyle courses in Western Washington (NASC choices and will incorporate regular 160) or Eastern Washington (NASC 3RD QUARTER physical activity into their daily life. 161). The Skagit Valley College Physical Ed- • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) Related Degree Options ucation Department offers a compre- • PHIL 215 - Introduction to Ethics (5) hensive curriculum including a variety of activity classes and lecture based See Associate in Science-Transfer * Natural Science course (5) with lab, health, wellness, and first aid classes. Track #1, AS-T preferably in Learning Community format. All students pursuing an AA-DTA trans- fer degree must take Wellness for Life See Associate of Arts Direct Transfer Total Hours: 15 Agreement, AA-DTA and two activity classes. Most techni- cal students are required to take first Second Year aid and safety. PE credits will transfer to all four-year colleges and universi- PHILOSOPHY 4TH QUARTER AREA OF STUDY: ARTS & COMMUNICATION ties and will be reviewed by their credit • BIOL& 100 - Survey of Biology (5) evaluators for fulfillment of graduation requirements per that school’s regula- Degree Map | AA-DTA • PHIL& 101 - Intro to Philosophy (5) tions. Philosophy Emphasis * Humanities course (5), preferably in Learning Community format. Programs The suggested schedule below in- • PE Activity (1) • Associate of Arts Direct Transfer cludes required Associate of Arts Direct Transfer Agreement, AA-DTA Total Hours: 16 Agreement, AA-DTA courses. Student schedule may vary • Health & Fitness Technician, AAS based on entry point, credit load, and 5TH QUARTER prerequisites. Consult with department • CMST 205 - Intercultural Courses chair or SVC counselor for scheduling Communication: D (5) options. • PE 011 - Boat Piloting • POLS& 101 - Intro Political Science The two-year suggested schedule • PE 012 - Piloting and Seamanship (5) below is provided as only a guide for a • PE 100 - Wellness For Life traditional full-time student whose goal • SOC 204 - Intro to Stratification and • PE 101 - Conditioning is the AA DTA degree. Frequent course Inequality in America: D (5) • PE 102 - Advanced Conditioning offerings allow for individualized Total Hours: 15 schedules that will ensure all student • PE 103 - Wellness Movement degree objectives are met. 6TH QUARTER • PE 105 - Beginning Swimming An ampersand (&) designates Common • PE 106 - Intermediate Swimming • ENGL 250 - Introduction to Course Numbering. • PE 107 - Advanced Swimming American Literature: D (5) • PE 110 - Tai Ji Quan (Tai Chi) First Year * Humanities course (5), preferably in Learning Community format. • PE 111 - Aerobic Conditioning 1ST QUARTER (Jogging, Walking…) * Social Sciences course (5), • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience preferably in Learning Community • PE 112 - Weight Training (2) format. • PE 113 - Aerobic Weight Circuit • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I Training Total Hours: 15 (5) • PE 114 - Advanced Specialized • PHIL 115 - Introduction to Learning Aerobic Weight Circuit Training and Knowing (5) • PE 115 - Cross Training • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) • PE 117 - Core Basics • PE 122 - Basketball

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• PE 125 - Introduction to Hiking and • Additional general educational Backpacking PHYSICS requirements, cultural diversity AREA OF STUDY: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, • PE 129 - Volleyball requirements, and foreign language ENGINEERING, & MATH (STEM) requirements, as required by • PE 131 - Beginning Bowling Program Description the transfer institution, must be • PE 132 - Disc Golf met prior to the completion of a • PE 133 - Golf The Physics (PHYS) program at baccalaureate degree. Skagit Valley College is designed to • PE 134 - Self-Defense and Martial • Some baccalaureate institutions serve the diverse needs of the com- Arts require physics with calculus to munity by inspiring students with an • PE 135 - Beginning Karate meet the physics sequence of 15 interest in discovery and a desire for credits. • PE 136 - Intermediate Karate lifelong learning, as well as by pro- • Precalculus cannot be used • PE 137 - Advanced Karate moting critical thinking skills. The Physics program provides courses to satisfy the mathematics • PE 138 - Cardio Kickboxing for interested non-majors, science requirement. • PE 139 - Advanced Cardio majors, and engineering majors. • Science sequences should not be Kickboxing Two year-long sequences provide broken up between institutions (ex: • PE 140 - Step and Sculpt solid foundations in general physics: the typical three-quarter physics PHYS& 134, PHYS& 135, PHYS& 136 sequence should be taken entirely • PE 142 - Aerobic Dance (algebra-based) and PHYS& 241, at Skagit Valley College). Check • PE 143 - Swing Dance PHYS& 242, and PHYS& 243 (calcu- with an SVC advisor and transfer • PE 144 - Beginning Tennis lus-based). Both sequences emphasize institution for specific general • PE 145 - Intermediate Tennis lab work to offer students hands-on chemistry requirements. experience with physical concepts and • PE 146 - Jazz Dance Students are responsible for checking analysis. Non-science majors with an specific major requirements of bacca- • PE 147 - Latin Dance interest in physics may choose to take laureate institutions in the year prior • PE 148 - Pilates PHYS& 100, a non-lab survey of phys- to transferring. Selecting and plan- • PE 149 - Fitness Through Yoga ics concepts or PHYS 111. ning courses with a science advisor is strongly recommended to ensure a • PE 150 - Waltz Dance Degrees Options seamless transition to a science major • PE 151 - Healthy Movement in program at a specific university or Retirement Years Degree Map | AS-T four-year college. • PE 156 - Sailing Track #2 Physics and • PE 159 - Advanced Yoga First Year • PE 160 - Physical Fitness Astronomy Concentration 1ST QUARTER • PE 161 - Fire Fighter Fitness and This degree is intended to prepare • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience Wellness students to transfer to Washington’s (2) • PE 162 - Criminal Justice Physical public four-year colleges and univer- An orientation to college life and Fitness sities and many private colleges with CHEM& 161 - General Chem w/Lab • PE 164 - Pilates and Yoga Fusion junior standing and the majority of I (5) the prerequisites for selected science, • PE 167 - Introduction to Kayaking mathematics, and engineering majors • MATH& 141 - Precalculus I (5) • PE 169 - Canoeing completed. This degree partially fulfills Total Hours: 12 • PE 170 - Paddling the general education requirements as • PE 190 - Weight Control Movement explained in the Associate in Arts-Di- 2ND QUARTER rect Transfer Agreement degree. This • PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and CPR degree does not guarantee admission • CHEM& 162 - General Chem w/Lab • PE 205 - Basic First Aid into the major. II (5) • PE 208 - Water Safety Instructor Students completing this Associate in • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I • PE 234 - Athletic Conditioning Science - Transfer Track #2, AS-T will (5) receive the same priority consideration • PE 235 - Athletic Techniques • MATH& 142 - Precalculus II (5) for admission to the baccalaureate in- • PE 261 - Advanced Firefighter stitution as they would for completing Total Hours: 15 Fitness the direct transfer associate’s degree • PE 299 - Learning into Action and will be given junior status by the 3RD QUARTER receiving institution. Each concentra- • MATH& 151 - Calculus I (5) tion within this degree has additional requirements. Early advising is import- * Humanities Choice (5), preferably in ant to ensure degree completion, for Learning Community format: example: SUGGESTED: ART& 100, ART 101, ART 142, ART 143, ART 144, CMST& 220, ENGL 202,

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HUM& 101, PHIL& 106, PHIL 215, WRLD * Social Science Choice(5), preferably Degrees Options LANG. in Learning Community format. AND SUGGESTED: ANTH& 206, ECON& 202, HIST& 117, PSYC& 100, POLS& 101, POLS& Science Transfer AS-T * Social Science Choice(5), preferably 203, SOC& 101. in Learning Community format. Associate of Arts Direct Transfer SUGGESTED: ANTH& 206, ECON& 202, Total Hours: 16 HIST& 117, PSYC& 100, POLS& 101, POLS& Agreement, AA-DTA 203, SOC& 101. * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course Total Hours: 15 Programs requirements with an SVC advisor. Students are responsible for checking specific major Second Year requirements of baccalaureate institutions. Degree Map | AA-DTA

4TH QUARTER See Associate of Arts Direct Transfer Political Science Emphasis Agreement, AA-DTA • MATH& 152 - Calculus II (5) The suggested schedule below in- cludes required DTA courses with an • PHYS& 231 - Engineering Phys Lab I Courses (1) emphasis in Political Science. Student • PHYS 111 - Matter and Energy in schedule may vary based on entry • PHYS& 241 - Engineering Physics I Physics point, credit load, and prerequisites. (5) • PHYS 199 - Cooperative Education Consult with department chair or SVC counselor for scheduling options. * Elective (5): • PHYS 295 - Physics Integrative SUGGESTED: ASTR& 100, ASTR& Experience Seminar The two-year suggested schedule 101,CHEM& 163, CS 142, CS 210, ENGL& below is provided as only a guide for a 235, ENGR& 104, ENGR& 214, GEOL& 101, • PHYS 299 - Learning into Action MATH& 146. traditional full-time student whose goal • PHYS& 100 - Physics Non-Sci is the Associate of Arts Direct Transfer Total Hours: 16 Majors Agreement, AA-DTA. Frequent course • PHYS& 124 - General Physics Lab I offerings allow for individualized 5TH QUARTER • PHYS& 125 - General Physics Lab II schedules that will ensure all student degree objectives are met. • MATH 204 - Elementary Linear • PHYS& 126 - General Physics Lab Algebra (5) III An ampersand (&) designates Common Course Numbering. • PHYS& 232 - Engineering Phys Lab • PHYS& 134 - General Physics I II (1) • PHYS& 135 - General Physics II First Year • PHYS& 242 - Engineering Physics II • PHYS& 136 - General Physics III 1ST QUARTER (5) • PHYS& 231 - Engineering Phys Lab • MATH& 153 - Calculus III (5) I • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience (2) OR • PHYS& 232 - Engineering Phys Lab * Elective (5): II • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I (5) SUGGESTED: ASTR& 100, ASTR& 101, • PHYS& 233 - Engineering Phys Lab CHEM& 163, CS 143, CS 211, ENGL& 235, III • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) ENGR& 104, ENGR& 214, GEOL& 101, MATH& 146. • PHYS& 241 - Engineering Physics I • PE Activity (1) Total Hours: 16 • PHYS& 242 - Engineering Physics II • SOSC 100 - Global Issues/Social • PHYS& 243 - Engineering Physics Science (5) 6TH QUARTER III Total Hours: 14 • MATH 238 - Ordinary Differential POLITICAL SCIENCE 2ND QUARTER Equations (5) AREA OF STUDY: PUBLIC SERVICE & SOCIAL • PHYS& 233 - Engineering Phys Lab SCIENCE • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal III (1) Communication: D (5) Program Description • PHYS& 243 - Engineering Physics III • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) (5) Political science seeks to study gov- • NUTR& 101 - Nutrition (5) ernmental forms which have been * Humanities Choice (5), preferably in Total Hours: 15 Learning Community format: developed at various levels. American government, state and local govern- SUGGESTED: ART& 100, ART 101, ART 142, 3RD QUARTER ART 143, ART 144, CMST& 220, ENGL 202, ment, and comparative government are concerned with the structure and HUM& 101, PHIL& 106, PHIL 215, WRLD • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) LANG. functioning of government at the level OR indicated. International relations are • PHIL 215 - Introduction to Ethics (5) concerned with the relationships of nations with each other.

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• POLS& 101 - Intro Political Science • POLS& 202 - American • PE Activity (1) (5) Government: D • SOSC 100 - Global Issues/Social Total Hours: 15 • POLS& 203 - International Science (5) Relations: D Total Hours: 14 Second Year PSYCHOLOGY 2ND QUARTER 4TH QUARTER AREA OF STUDY: PUBLIC SERVICE & SOCIAL SCIENCE • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) • MUSC 127 - History of Rock and Roll: D (5) Program Description • NUTR& 101 - Nutrition (5) • PSYC& 100 - General Psychology • POLS& 202 - American Government: Psychology is the systematic, scien- (5) D (5) tific investigation of human behavior * Humanities course (5), preferably in and mental processes. Psychology is Total Hours: 15 Learning Community format. strongly tied to many other disciplines, including allied health and medicine, 3RD QUARTER Total Hours: 15 biology, education, and criminal jus- tice. Students interested in pursuing • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal 5TH QUARTER a major in psychology at a four-year Communication: D (5) • PHIL& 101 - Intro to Philosophy (5) college or university should contact a • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) counselor or the Social Science depart- • POLS& 203 - International • PHIL 140 - Philosophy of Religion ment chairperson at the Mount Vernon (5) Relations: D (5) or Whidbey Island campus. * Natural Sciences course (5), with • PE Activity (1) lab, preferably in Learning Related Degree Options Total Hours: 16 Community format. Associate of Arts Direct Transfer Total Hours: 15 Agreement, AA-DTA Second Year 6TH QUARTER 4TH QUARTER Programs • POLS 201 - Comparative • CHEM& 121 - Intro to Chemistry (5) Government: D (5) Degree Map | AA-DTA • PSYC& 180 - Human Sexuality (5) • PE Activity (1) Psychology Emphasis * Humanities course (5), preferably in * Natural Sciences course (5), with Learning Community format. lab, preferably in Learning The suggested schedule below in- Total Hours: 15 Community format. cludes required DTA courses with SUGGESTED: BIOL& 100, CHEM& 110 OR an emphasis in Psychology. Student 5TH QUARTER OCEA& 101. ELECTIVE (5): schedule may vary based on entry Total Hours: 16 point, credit load, and prerequisites. • BIOL& 160 - General Biology w/Lab Consult with department chair or SVC (5) * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, counselor for scheduling options. • PSYC 205 - Social Psychology (5) pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course The two-year suggested schedule • PSYC& 220 - Abnormal Psychology requirements with an SVC advisor. Students below is provided as only a guide for a (5) are responsible for checking specific major traditional full-time student whose goal requirements of baccalaureate institutions. is the Associate of Arts Direct Transfer Total Hours: 15 Courses Agreement, AA-DTA. Frequent course offerings allow for individualized 6TH QUARTER • POLS 131 - Seminar in Educ schedules that will ensure all student • PSYC& 200 - Lifespan Psychology Government I degree objectives are met. (5) • POLS 132 - Seminar in Educ An ampersand (&) designates Common Government II Course Numbering. * Humanities course (5), preferably in • POLS 200 - Introduction to Law Learning Community format. • POLS 201 - Comparative First Year * Social Sciences course (5), preferably in Learning Community Government: D 1ST QUARTER format. • POLS 204 - State and Local Government • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience Total Hours: 15 (2) • POLS 295 - Political Science Integrative Experience Seminar • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I Courses (5) • PSYC 115 - Knowing and Learning • POLS 299 - Learning into Action • PSYC 202 - Biopsychology • POLS& 101 - Intro Political Science • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1)

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• PSYC 205 - Social Psychology First Year 6TH QUARTER • PSYC 210 - Learning and Teaching 1ST QUARTER • ENGL 250 - Introduction to • PSYC 225 - Personality American Literature: D (5) • PSYC 295 - Psychology Integrative • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience (2) • HIST& 219 - Native American Experience Seminar History: D (5) • PSYC 299 - Learning Into Action • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I (5) • SOC 160 - Substance Use & Abuse • PSYC 412 - Leadership & (5) Organizational Behavior • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) Total Hours: 15 • PSYC& 100 - General Psychology • PE Activity (1) • PSYC& 180 - Human Sexuality • SOSC 100 - Global Issues/Social Courses • PSYC& 200 - Lifespan Psychology Science (5) • Social Science • PSYC& 220 - Abnormal Psychology Total Hours: 14 • SOSC 100 - Global Issues/Social Science 2ND QUARTER SOCIAL SCIENCE • SOSC 110 - Gender Roles & Social AREA OF STUDY: PUBLIC SERVICE & SOCIAL • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal Structure SCIENCE Communication: D (5) • SOSC 111 - Adults in Transition Program Description • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5 • SOSC 113 - Job Search Social science classes foster critical • NUTR& 101 - Nutrition (5) • SOSC 120 - Co-op Education thinking, integrative learning, and NATURAL SCIENCES Seminar individual and global awareness. Most Total Hours: 15 • SOSC 125 - Employer/Employee students take SOSC 100 - Global Roles & Perspectives Issues/Social Science to meet Social 3RD QUARTER • SOSC 130 - Leadership Science distribution requirements for • SOSC 131 - College Governance academic transfer degrees or to fulfill • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) prerequisites in a particular field. • SOSC 132 - Student Leadership • SOC& 101 - Intro to Sociology: D (5) Seminar Related Degree Options * Natural Science course (5) with lab, • SOSC 190 - Social History of Work preferably in Learning Community • SOSC 299 - Learning Into Action Associate of Arts Direct Transfer format. Agreement, AA-DTA SUGGESTED: EASC 102, EASC 110, EASC 120, ENVS& 101 OR GEOL& 110. SOCIOLOGY AREA OF STUDY: PUBLIC SERVICE & SOCIAL Total Hours: 15 Programs SCIENCE

Degree Map | AA-DTA Second Year Program Description Social Science Emphasis 4TH QUARTER Social science and sociology courses foster cultural pluralism, critical think- The suggested schedule below in- • ANTH& 206 - Cultural Anthropology: ing, integrative learning, and individual cludes required DTA courses with an D (5) and global awareness. Most students emphasis in Social Science. Student • BIOL& 100 - Survey of Biology (5) take these classes to meet Social schedule may vary based on entry Science distribution requirements for • PE Activity (1) point, credit load, and prerequisites. academic transfer degrees or to fulfill Consult with department chair or SVC * Humanities course (5), preferably in prerequisites in a particular field. counselor for scheduling options. Learning Community format. Related Degree Options The two-year suggested schedule Total Hours: 14 below is provided as only a guide for a Associate of Arts Direct Transfer traditional full-time student whose goal 5TH QUARTER Agreement, AA-DTA is the Associate of Arts Direct Transfer Agreement, AA-DTA. Frequent course • CMST 205 - Intercultural Courses offerings allow for individualized Communication: D (5) schedules that will ensure all student • SOC& 201 - Social Problems (5) • SOC 112 - Comparative Ethnic degree objectives are met. Relations • SOC 206 - Sociology of the Family: • SOC 113 - Sociology of Community An ampersand (&) designates Common D (5) Course Numbering. Service Total Hours: 15 • SOC 160 - Substance Use & Abuse • SOC 191 - Psychosocial Issues in Healthcare

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• SOC 204 - Intro to Stratification schedules that will ensure all student * Natural Sciences course (5), with and Inequality in America: D degree objectives are met. lab, preferably in Learning • SOC 206 - Sociology of the Family: An ampersand (&) designates Common Community format. D Course Numbering. Total Hours: 15 • SOC 295 - Sociology Integrative Experience Seminar First Year 6TH QUARTER 1ST QUARTER • SOC 299 - Learning Into Action • SPAN& 223 - Spanish VI: D (5) • SOC 420 - Career Management and • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience * Natural Science course (5) with lab, Social Capital (2) preferably in the Learning • SOC& 101 - Intro to Sociology: D • CMST 205 - Intercultural Community format: • SOC& 201 - Social Problems Communication: D (5) * Social Sciences course (5), HUMANITIES preferably in the Learning SPANISH • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I Community format: AREA OF STUDY: ARTS & COMMUNICATION (5) SUGGESTED: PSYC& 100 OR SOSC 100. Program Description • SPAN& 121 - Spanish I: D (5) Total Hours: 15 Spanish courses, offered through Total Hours: 17 Courses the World Languages Department, 2ND QUARTER • SPAN 111 - Spanish for Health Care are offered in a continuous, two-year Professionals I program with courses that range from • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) • SPAN 112 - Spanish for Health Care beginning to high-intermediate levels. Professionals II The courses are aimed at enabling • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) students to gain proficiency in compre- • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) • SPAN 299 - Learning Into Action hension, speaking, reading, writing and • SPAN& 122 - Spanish II: D (5) • SPAN& 121 - Spanish I: D cultural competence. These courses • SPAN& 122 - Spanish II: D are transferable and meet humanities Total Hours: 16 distribution, and/or elective require- • SPAN& 123 - Spanish III: D ments, depending on the specific de- 3RD QUARTER • SPAN& 221 - Spanish IV: D gree sought or intended major. (Please • SPAN& 222 - Spanish V: D note: the offering of these courses is • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) • SPAN& 223 - Spanish VI: D subject to instructor availability and • SPAN& 123 - Spanish III: D (5) student interest and demand.) * Social Sciences course (5), TECHNICAL DESIGN Related Degree Options preferably in Learning Community format. (CAD) Associate of Arts Direct Transfer Total Hours: 15 AREA OF STUDY: INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY Agreement, AA-DTA & TRANSPORTATION Second Year Program Description Programs 4TH QUARTER The Technical Design (TECD) program prepares students for entry-level Spanish Emphasis, AA-DTA • SPAN& 221 - Spanish IV: D (5) work as a technical designer/drafter • PE Activity (1) and Computer-Aided Design (CAD) operator. Drafters prepare technical * Natural Sciences course (5), with Degree Map | AA-DTA drawings and plans, which are used by lab, preferably in Learning Spanish Emphasis production and construction workers Community format. to build everything from microchips The suggested schedule below in- * Social Sciences course (5), to skyscrapers. Drafters’ drawings cludes required DTA courses with an preferably in Learning Community provide visual guidelines, dimensions, emphasis in Spanish. Student schedule format. materials and show how to construct a may vary based on entry point, credit Total Hours: 16 product or structure. load, and prerequisites. Consult with department chair or SVC counselor for 5TH QUARTER Program Learning Outcomes scheduling options. Graduates of the Technical Design The two-year suggested schedule • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal program will be able to: below is provided as only a guide for a Communication: D (5) traditional full-time student whose goal • SPAN& 222 - Spanish V: D (5) • Proficiently use a CAD work station is the Associate of Arts Direct Transfer including storage and retrieval of Agreement, AA-DTA. Frequent course CAD documents. offerings allow for individualized

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• Use calculation skills to determine A certificate is awarded to students • MANF 127 - Manufacturing Math (2) the precise size of features shown who complete the following cours- • MANF 140 - Print Reading in on technical drawings. es with a minimum 2.0 grade point Manufacturing (3) average or above in all required course • Use computer technology to • MANF 199 - Internship Experience work and a minimum letter grade of C- exchange information and develop (1-15) technical drawings. or above in all required courses. • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal • Participate and contribute to the Micro-Certificates Communication: D (5) effectiveness of work teams. Micro-Certificates of Completion are OR • Use fundamental skills in writing, designed for taking courses over a • CMST& 220 reading, speaking, listening & short period of time focusing on en- computing to communicate in the • ENGL& 101 - English Composition hancement or development of a specif- workplace. I (5) ic skill or set of skills. Micro-Certificate • WMATH 100 - Professional courses can help enhance employabili- Entry into the Program Technical Applied Math (5) ty skills or provide preparation for con- Please apply at Enrollment Services. tinuing education in the program area. Total Hours: 42 Students may enter the program at Students must maintain a 2.0 GPA or the beginning of any quarter. Please above in all required course work and a Technical Design Options be aware that some classes/sequenc- minimum letter grade of C- or above in es are not offered every quarter. It is all required courses. • Automated Systems Technology: recommended that students complete MANF 145, MANF 150 and MANF at least one year of high school alge- Programs 156. bra, or take WMATH 100 (Professional • Composite Repair Technician: Technical Applied Math) before start- Technical Design Certificate CMPST 121, CMPST 123 and ing any of the certificate sequences. CMPST 127. All courses in this program require 42 credits • Computer Numeric Control (CNC) extensive reading and use of computer The Technical Design certificate will Operations: MANF 115, MANF 190 technology. The ability to read English provide the basic skills needed for en- and MANF 205. at the 8th grade level or above is highly try-level CAD Technicians to perform in • Quality Assurance: MANF 103, recommended. Students should be a manufacturing setting by introducing skilled users of computer technolo- *MANF 120, *MANF 121, *MANF students to key product development 140, MANF 177 and WMATH 100. gy. For further information, contact concepts and a comprehensive sam- the Department Chair or Enrollment pling of essential software tools found Note: Services. in advanced manufacturing industries. *Possible duplication of courses) Career & Technical Education A certificate is awarded to students See Department Chair for scheduling who maintain an overall 2.0 grade (CTE) courses depending on areas of inter- point average (GPA) and a 2.0 grade est. Please see Academic Information for point average in the technical major information regarding CTE. with a minimum letter grade of C- or above in all required courses.. First Technical Drawing Certificate Options Micro-Certificate Required Courses A Professional Technical Certificate • TECD 103 - Introduction to 15 credits prepares students for entry into a tech- Computer-Aided Design (3) This micro-certificate program pre- nical field of employment. Certificates pares students for entry-level work as a include completion of the technical • TECD 104 - Basic Computer-Aided Design (3) technical drafter and Computer-Aided major required courses and any related Design (CAD) operator. The program instruction if required in communica- • TECD 105 - Computer-Aided Design is designed to provide training for indi- tion, math, and human relation skills. III (4) viduals seeking entry-level employment Students must maintain a 2.0 GPA or • TECD 107 - Computer-Aided Design as drafting technicians. A certificate is above in all required course work and a IV (5) awarded to students who maintain an minimum letter grade of C- or above in • TECD 220 - Computer-Aided Design overall 2.0 grade point average (GPA) all required courses. Studio (5) and a 2.0 grade point average in the Technical Design Certificate technical major with a minimum letter • MANF 110 - Introduction to grade of C- or above in all required The Technical Design certificate will Manufacturing (3) provide the basic skills needed for en- courses. • MANF 120 - Industrial Safety (2) try-level CAD Technicians to perform in Required Courses a manufacturing setting by introducing • MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR (1) students to key product development • MANF 122 - Material Science in • TECD 103 - Introduction to concepts and a comprehensive sam- Manufacturing (2) Computer-Aided Design (3) pling of essential software tools found • MANF 125 - Precision Measurement • TECD 104 - Basic Computer-Aided in advanced manufacturing industries. and Tools (3) Design (3)

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• TECD 105 - Computer-Aided Design will receive hands-on experience with ed to increasingly take advantage of III (4) animals. Program content requires the grooming services, daily and overnight • TECD 107 - Computer-Aided Design application of basic math, technical boarding services, training services, IV (5) reading, and communications skills. and veterinary services, resulting in Students must also submit evidence of more jobs for animal care and service Total Hours: 15 a tetanus immunization. Students need workers. Source: Occupational Outlook to be aware that some practicum sites Handbook (www.ocouha.com) All TECD Courses may require a drug screening test prior • TECD 103 - Introduction to to placement. Criminal convictions Program Learning Outcomes Computer-Aided Design may restrict or prevent student em- Graduates of the Veterinary Assistant • TECD 104 - Basic Computer-Aided ployment in this industry. Veterinary program will be able to: Design Assistants work in a variety of settings including private veterinary clinics, • Maintain a safe work environment • TECD 105 - Computer-Aided Design animal shelters, humane societies, and interact with animals in a safe III laboratories, large animal facilities, manner. • TECD 107 - Computer-Aided Design wildlife rehabilitation centers, groom- • Understand and demonstrate IV ing shops, stables, boarding kennels, application of basic medical • TECD 220 - Computer-Aided Design farms, aquariums, zoos, and animal terminology and lab science, Studio parks. including anatomy and physiology, Veterinary Assistants provide surgical and animal parasitology. VETERINARY ASSISTANT and nursing care to animals in clinics • Understand basic lab procedures AREA OF STUDY: HEALTH SCIENCES as well as field settings. The duties related to hematology, bacteriology, may include basic patient care and virology, and immunology. Program Description supportive nursing, client education • Understand how vaccines work and and customer service, laboratory The Veterinary Assistant (VETA) which vaccines are appropriate for procedures, kennel and clinic main- program is a collaborative education- selected species. tenance. In some work environments al program being offered through a assistants may bathe, groom, exercise • Understand the causes of disease & partnership between Skagit Valley or otherwise care for pets and other the process of diagnosis, treatment College and the Northwest Career animals such as dogs, cats, ornamen- & prevention of disease in animals. & Technical Academy (Academy). The tal fish or birds, livestock, zoo animals, Academy occupies a new building • Demonstrate ability using current or mice in research facilities. Assis- on the SVC campus and opened its veterinary techniques to restrain, tants may clean and disinfect cages doors to students September 2010. prep and assist in the performance and work areas, and sterilize laborato- The Academy specializes in hands-on of medical, dental or surgical ry and surgical equipment. They may professional-technical training taught procedures in order to care for live provide routine post-operative care, by industry professionals in a vari- animals. administer medication orally or topical- ety of program areas. The Veterinary • Demonstrate positive work ethics, ly, or prepare samples for laboratory Assistant program is a three-quarter professionalism and function as examination under the supervision of (two semester) certificate designed to an integral member of an effective veterinary or laboratory animal tech- provide entry-level skills and education veterinary health care team. nologists or technicians, veterinarians, to students interested in pursuing a or scientists. They may keep records • Understand and practice the career in the field of animal science. of feedings, treatments, and animals professional laws, regulations and The Academy provides the classroom received or discharged. policies established by the licensing and practicum site for this program. state and regulatory agencies. This is a full-year program (Sept.-June) Veterinary Assistant positions are list- • Practice and promote humane with courses scheduled sequentially. ed as an “in-demand” occupation for animal care and management. Students attend classes for 2.5 hours the Northwest Region which includes per day Monday - Friday. Students may Whatcom, Skagit and Island counties. • Demonstrate appropriate workplace enter this program Fall Quarter only. According to the “National Indus- behaviors, regular attendance, Class Hours: Students may choose try-Occupation Employment Matrix,” (a punctuality, ability to communicate either an a.m. or p.m. section, i.e., publication of the U.S. Bureau of Labor well with others, contribute to the 8:00a.m.-10:30a.m. daily or 11:30 - Statistics) demand for professional team process, and use appropriate 2:00 p.m. daily. Veterinary Assistants will rise 16% by problem-solving & leadership skills. 2016. Pet owners are increasingly tak- The Veterinary Assistant program pre- • Be prepared for entry-level work ing advantage of veterinary services, pares students to be a valuable mem- and/or entry to advanced education spurring employment growth for Veteri- ber of the veterinary support team at the college level. nary Assistants. The companion pet while assisting the Licensed Veterinary population-which drives employment of Entry into the Program Technician and/or the Veterinarian in animal caretakers in kennels, grooming all aspects of patient care. The Vet- Please apply at Enrollment Services. shops, animal shelters, and veterinary erinary Assistant program includes Students may enter the program Fall clinics and hospitals-is also expected classroom theory and practicum expe- quarter. For more information, contact to increase. Pet owners are expect- riences. In the classroom lab, students

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the Department Chair or Enrollment • SOSC 113 - Job Search (1) • VETA 112 - Veterinary Anatomy and Services. Physiology II Total Hours:12 Program Certificates • VETA 113 - Veterinary Assistant Practicum II Students must maintain a minimum C Veterinary Fundamentals • VETA 114 - Veterinary Business grade or above in all required courses. Certificate Essentials

25 credits • VETA 115 - Veterinary Assistant Veterinary Assistant Practicum III A certificate is awarded to students Certificate • VETA 199 - Cooperative Education who complete the following courses Experience 32 credits with a 2.0 grade point average or above in each course. A certificate is awarded to students VISUAL ARTS who complete the following courses Required Courses AREA OF STUDY: ARTS & COMMUNICATION with a 2.0 grade point average or above in each course. • VETA 101 - Introduction to Veterinary Technology (2) Program Description 1ST QUARTER • VETA 103 - Veterinary Medical The Art Department is committed to Terminology (2) the value of the arts to all academic • VETA 101 - Introduction to studies and offers courses for both • VETA 105 - Veterinary Anatomy & Veterinary Technology (2) majors and non-majors. Students Physiology I (2) • VETA 107 - Veterinary Nursing/ who plan to major can be assigned an Patient Management I (3) • VETA 107 - Veterinary Nursing/ advisor who will outline a two-year plan • VETA 110 - Veterinary Assistant Patient Management I (3) to meet transfer needs. Be aware that Practicum I (2) • VETA 108 - Veterinary Nursing/ students who transfer are required to Patient Management II (2) present a portfolio of work and will • OBT 162 - Microsoft Office Basics need to work with their advisor in their (3) • VETA 109 - Veterinary Math (2) selected program. Students who take OR • VETA 110 - Veterinary Assistant courses in the department have the • OBT 122 Practicum I (2) opportunity to have their work featured in the Skagit Valley College Annual • VETA 112 - Veterinary Anatomy and Total Hours:10 Juried Student Exhibition. Students Physiology II (3) can also receive credit for working with 2ND QUARTER • VETA 113 - Veterinary Assistant arts programs and organizations in the Practicum II (2) community. • VETA 103 - Veterinary Medical Terminology (2) • VETA 114 - Veterinary Business Essentials (2) Programs • VETA 105 - Veterinary Anatomy & Physiology I (2) • VETA 115 - Veterinary Assistant Practicum III (2) (or 2 credits of Art Emphasis, AA-DTA • VETA 108 - Veterinary Nursing/ VETA 199) Patient Management II (2) • SOSC 113 - Job Search (1) Visual Arts, AVA • VETA 109 - Veterinary Math (2) Total Hours: 25 • VETA 113 - Veterinary Assistant Practicum II (2) Courses Degree Map | AA-DTA Total Hours:10 • VETA 101 - Introduction to Art Emphasis Veterinary Technology 3RD QUARTER The suggested schedule below in- • VETA 103 - Veterinary Medical cludes required DTA courses with an • VETA 111 - Veterinary Clinical Terminology emphasis in Art. Student schedule Procedures (4) • VETA 105 - Veterinary Anatomy & may vary based on entry point, credit • VETA 112 - Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology I load, and prerequisites. Consult with Physiology II (3) • VETA 107 - Veterinary Nursing/ department chair or SVC counselor for scheduling options. • VETA 115 - Veterinary Assistant Patient Management I Practicum III (2) • VETA 108 - Veterinary Nursing/ The two-year suggested schedule below is provided as only a guide for a OR Patient Management II traditional full-time student whose goal • VETA 109 - Veterinary Math • VETA 199 is the Associate of Arts Direct Transfer • VETA 110 - Veterinary Assistant • VETA 114 - Veterinary Business Agreement, AA-DTA. Frequent course Practicum I Essentials (2) offerings allow for individualized • VETA 111 - Veterinary Clinical schedules that will ensure all student Procedures degree objectives are met.

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First Year 6TH QUARTER • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) • ENGL 103 - Advanced Composition 1ST QUARTER • ART 161 - Exhibition (1) (5) • ART 101 - Drawing Fundamentals • Art Elective (5) • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal (5) • PE Activity (1) Communication: D (5) • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience * Social Sciences course (5), • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) (2) preferably in Learning Community 3. Quantitative Skills (5 cr.) • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I format. • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) (5) Total Hours: 12 • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) 4. Physical Education (3 cr.) * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) Total Hours: 17 pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course requirements with an SVC advisor. Students • Activities Courses - exclude PE 200, 2ND QUARTER are responsible for checking specific major PE 204 & PE 205 requirements of baccalaureate institutions. • Art Elective (5) 5. Diversity Requirement • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) At least one Diversity Intensive course Visual Arts, AVA is required. Students should use the • ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) SVC online quarterly class schedule Transfers to WSU • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) search or consult with their faculty ad- visor or counselor to identify courses Total Hours: 16 Purpose that fulfill this requirement. This degree is intended to prepare 3RD QUARTER students to transfer to Washington 6. Integrative Learning Experiences • ART& 100 - Art Appreciation: D (5) State University with junior standing • Two Integrative Learning and with the majority of the prerequi- Experiences (ILE) are required. • ART 111 - Two Dimensional Color sites for an art major completed. This One ILE must be a Learning and Design (5) degree partially fulfills the general Community. The second ILE may be • PE Activity (1) education requirements (GERs) for another Learning Community or an four-year transfer. You may need to Integrative Experience. * Natural Science course (5) with lab, take additional GERs at WSU. preferably in Learning Community • A Learning Community (LC) is the format. Completion of the following courses integrated combination of two does not guarantee admission as an or more courses from different Total Hours: 15 art major with junior standing. Admis- areas of inquiry (e.g. sociology sion into the WSU Art department is and literature, or physics and Second Year competitive. A competitive GPA and math, or speech and economics, a quality portfolio are essential to or composition and philosophy). 4TH QUARTER compete for admission into the major. Learning Communities are • ART 112 - Three Dimensional Students are strongly advised to select indicated in the course schedule Design (5) and plan courses with their Art depart- and online schedule advanced ment advisor. search. • ART 160 - Portfolio (1) Degree Requirements • Integrative Experiences (IEs) * Social Sciences course (5), are curricular or co-curricular preferably in Learning Community Students must complete a minimum experiences designed by faculty in format. of 90 quarter credits in transferable which students demonstrate their * Natural Science course (5) with lab, courses numbered 100 or above with ability to integrate information, preferably in Learning Community a cumulative grade point average of at concepts, analytical frameworks, format. least 2.0 in order to graduate from SVC and skills from two or more areas with an Associate in Visual Arts De- of inquiry in a purposeful project or Total Hours: 16 gree. At least 25 of the 90 credits must experience. Integrative Experiences be earned at SVC. Credits must satisfy that are classes are indicated in 5TH QUARTER course requirements listed below. the course schedule; co-curricular * Social Sciences course (5), Course with an ampersand (&) are IEs are indicated in promotion preferably in Learning Community Common Course Numbering courses. and advising for the experience format. or project. Students may design a 1. First Quarter Experience (2 cr.) Learning into Action IE under the * Natural Science course (5) with lab, • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience guidance of the supervising faculty preferably in Learning Community (2) member. format. The Integrative Learning Experience 2. Communication Skills (10 cr.) • Elective (5) requirements should be discussed with • ENGL& 101 - English Composition Total Hours: 15 your advisor and planned into your yearly I (5) schedule.

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7. Visual Art Courses sites. Consult with department chair or 5TH QUARTER SVC counselor for scheduling options. A. BASIC ART REQUIREMENTS (47 CR.) • ART 143 - Survey of Art History: The two-year suggested schedule 1300-1850: D (5) • ART 101 - Drawing Fundamentals below is provided as only a guide for a HUMANITIES (5) traditional full-time student whose goal • ART 102 - Drawing Composition is the AVA degree. Frequent course of- • ART 150 - Health and Safety in the and Techniques (5) ferings allow for individualized sched- Visual Arts (1) • ART 107 - Life Drawing (4) ules that will ensure all student degree HUMANITIES objectives are met. • ART 111 - Two Dimensional Color * ART Elective Choice (4) and Design (5) First Year * Social Sciences Course (5) • ART 112 - Three Dimensional Total Hours: 16 Design (5) 1ST QUARTER • ART& 100 - Art Appreciation: D (5) • ART 101 - Drawing Fundamentals 6TH QUARTER • ART 142 - Survey of Art History: (5) • ART 102 - Drawing Composition and Prehistory to 1300 AD: D (5) HUMANITIES Techniques (5) • ART 143 - Survey of Art History: • ART 111 - Two Dimensional Color • ART 144 - Modern Art History: D (5) 1300-1850: D (5) and Design (5) HUMANITIES • ART 144 - Modern Art History: D (5) HUMANITIES • ART 161 - Exhibition (1) • ART 150 - Health and Safety in the • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience Visual Arts (1) (2) * ART Elective Choice (4) • ART 160 - Portfolio (1) • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I * PE Activity (1) • ART 161 - Exhibition (1) (5) Total Hours: 16 B. ART ELECTIVES (12 CR.) Total Hours: 17 * See Distribution Lists - AA-DTA, • ART 181 - Photography I (4) 2ND QUARTER pp 48‑49. Discuss specific course • ART 182 - Photography II (1-4) requirements with an SVC advisor. Students • ART 107 - Life Drawing (4) are responsible for checking specific major • ART 201 - Painting I (4) requirements of baccalaureate institutions. • ART 202 - Painting II (4) • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) HUMANITIES • ART 241 - Ceramics I (1-4) Courses • MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) • ART 242 - Ceramics II (1-4) • ART 101 - Drawing Fundamentals NATURAL SCIENCES • ART 261 - Printmaking I (1-4) • ART 102 - Drawing Composition • PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) and Techniques • ART 262 - Printmaking II (4) Total Hours: 15 • ART 107 - Life Drawing 8. Additional General Education • ART 111 - Two Dimensional Color Requirements (13 cr.) 3RD QUARTER and Design You must accumulate at least 90 • ART& 100 - Art Appreciation: D (5) • ART 112 - Three Dimensional college-level (100 or higher) credits HUMANITIES Design for this degree. Consult the Gener- • ART 142 - Survey of Art History: al Education Requirements list for • ART 112 - Three Dimensional Prehistory to 1300 AD: D Washington State University in the SVC Design (5) • ART 143 - Survey of Art History: Counseling and Career Services offices * Natural Science Course (5), with 1300-1850: D or your Art department advisor for Lab appropriate course selections. A maxi- • ART 144 - Modern Art History: D Total Hours: 15 mum of 5 credits in gray area electives • ART 150 - Health and Safety in the allowed (p 50). Visual Arts Second Year 9. Other Recommended Courses • ART 160 - Portfolio • CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) 4TH QUARTER • ART 161 - Exhibition • ART 142 - Survey of Art History: • ART 181 - Photography I Degree Map | AVA Prehistory to 1300 AD: D (5) • ART 182 - Photography II Visual Arts HUMANITIES • ART 201 - Painting I • ART 160 - Portfolio (1) • ART 202 - Painting II The suggested schedule below in- * ART Elective Course (4) • ART 241 - Ceramics I cludes required GER courses for WSU. Student schedule may vary based on * Natural Science Course (5) • ART 242 - Ceramics II entry point, credit load, and prerequi- * PE Activity (1) • ART 261 - Printmaking I Total Hours: 16 • ART 262 - Printmaking II

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• ART 299 - Learning into Action instructions for construction enhancing classes, any of several spe- • ART& 100 - Art Appreciation: D assemblies. cialized Micro-Certificates, Program • Apply and practice workplace safety Certificates, or a 2-year AAS Degree. WELDING TECHNOLOGY policies and procedures. See details below. AREA OF STUDY: INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY • Select and apply the most Associate in Applied Science & TRANSPORTATION appropriate welding process to Degree industrial applications. Program Description • Demonstrate basic and precision Graduates of the two-year Welding The Welding Technology (WT) program measurement methods. Technology Associate in Applied Sci- ence (AAS) degree program become prepares students to work as entry-lev- • Participate and contribute to the proficient in all of the common indus- el welders, fitters, or metal fabricators effectiveness of work teams. in a variety of industries including trial welding and cutting processes boat-building, construction, industri- • Communicate effectively using used in the boatbuilding, industrial al maintenance, and manufacturing. verbal and written methods. maintenance, construction, and manu- Students study a variety of layout, • Work effectively in a metalworking facturing, industries. Students receive fabrication, and metal joining tech- environment. advanced training in diverse topics niques using steel, , and • Complete a resume, develop a job ranging from welding to aluminum. Processes include oxyfuel search plan, & present oneself blueprint reading and weld symbols. cutting, shielded metal arc welding, positively in a job interview. An Associate in Applied Science degree gas metal arc welding, flux cored arc • Prepare for and pass the (AAS) is awarded upon completion of welding, and . Washington State Building Officials a minimum of 90 credits in courses Instructional facilities include individu- (WABO) welding tests in the numbered 100 or above with an accu- al welding practice booths and a large applicable processes. mulated grade point average of 2.0. area. Courses must include completion of The Welding Program stays current Entry into the Program the technical major and general educa- with industry needs through an active tion requirements. Please apply at Enrollment Services. Advisory Committee made up of Welding is a precision craft that representatives from local businesses Program Certificates demands good eyesight, hand-eye that regularly seek our graduates for coordination, manual dexterity, and the A Professional Technical Certificate employment. SVC is an accredited ability to work in awkward positions. prepares students for entry into a tech- through the American Welding Society The ability to read English at the 8th nical field of employment. Certificates entry-level welder training program. grade level is highly recommended. include completion of the technical SVC is also a certified Washington As- Advanced standing may be requested. major required courses and related sociation of Building Officials (WABO) For more information, contact the De- instruction in communication, math, testing site. Students will move from partment Chair or Enrollment Services. and human relation skills. Students theory to application to certification in must maintain a 2.0 GPA or above in all common manual and semi-automat- Career & Technical Education all required course work. ic welding processes. (CTE) Students are required to supply Welding Specialty Certificates various tools, protective clothing, and Please see Academic Information for These certificates focus on specific welding consumables. A complete list information regarding CTE. welding process skills. Each certificate can be obtained by contacting Michael Work-Based Learning culminates with the passing of a stan- Baker at [email protected] or dard welder qualification test using 360.416.7703. Students will integrate classroom the covered process. These are strictly learning with work-based learning skills-based certificates. The training Program Learning Outcomes experience in Cooperative Education time needed to pass the culminat- (WT 199) at a supervised work site. ing welder qualification test will vary Graduates of the Welding Technology Department Chair approval is required. based on past experience and pace of program will be able to: Credits and grades are based on job- learning. To qualify for certification, • Utilize effective techniques for hours worked, work performance, and students must maintain a 2.0 GPA or proper care and safe use of welding completion of the learning objectives above in all required course work. tools and other related equipment. specified in the learning contract. • Understand characteristics of Concurrent enrollment in a Coopera- American Welding Society a variety of metals used in the tive Education Seminar or equivalent is Certificate fabrication industry. required. The SVC Welding program is an • Demonstrate competence in the Program Options approved participant in the American selected welding processes: SMAW, Welding Society Entry-Level Welder GMAW, FCAW, GTAW. The Welding Program offers a wide Training program. Students who com- • Analyze & interpret welding variety of classes with morning, after- plete coursework requirements and blueprints, specifications, & noon, evening, and Saturday options. pass written and performance exams Students may choose brief skills

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will earn a certificate from the AWS ranging from welding metallurgy to • WT 118 - Welding Joint Design and (nominal fee required). blueprint reading and weld symbols. Welding Symbols (3) WABO Certification An Associate in Applied Science degree • WT 222 - Wirefeed Welding (AAS) is awarded upon completion of Applications and Certification (9) The SVC Welding Program is an ap- a minimum of 90 credits in courses Total Hours: 17 proved test lab for the Washington As- numbered 100 or above with an accu- sociation of Building Officials (WABO) mulated grade point average of 2.0. WINTER welder certification program. Students Courses must include completion of completing certification or degree the technical major and general educa- • WT 213 - Intermediate Inert Gas programs will have the opportunity to tion requirements. and Aluminum Welding (9) earn this important industry credential The following Degree Map includes re- • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal (a nominal fee is required). Special quired AAS courses. Student schedule Communication: D (5) coursework is available to prepare may vary based on entry point, credit experienced welders for this test. load, and prerequisites. Consult with Total Hours: 14 department chair or SVC counselor for Micro-Certificates scheduling options. SPRING Micro-Certificates of Completion are First Year • WT 199 - Cooperative Education designed for taking courses over a Experience (1-15) short period of time focusing on en- FALL hancement or development of a specif- • WT 223 - Inert Gas and Aluminum ic skill or set of skills. Micro-Certificate • WT 111 - Introduction to Shielded Welding Applications & Certification courses can help enhance employabili- Metal Arc Welding (5) (9) ty skills or provide preparation for con- • WT 114 - Thermal Cutting • MANF 120 - Industrial Safety (2) tinuing education in the program area. Processes (3) • MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR (1) The Welding Program offers several Micro-Certificate options. Students • WT 211 - Intermediate Shielded Total Hours: 13 must maintain a 2.0 GPA or above in Metal Arc Welding (9) all required course work. • CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience Notes: (2) Welding Fundamental Micro- † Students who do not receive an ap- Certificates Total Hours: 19 propriate test score will require addi- tional coursework to develop necessary This program is designed to familiarize WINTER skills for entry into class. students with the SVC Welding pro- Students are required to supply gram and to provide an introduction to • WT 112 - Introduction to Wirefeed protective clothing and various welding the manual and semiautomatic weld- Welding (5) consumables. A complete list can be ing processes used in industry today. • WT 221 - Shielded Metal Arc obtained by emailing the Department Students will learn the basic theory of Welding Applications and Chair or by visiting the weld shop in operation and safety requirements for Certification (9) Reeves Hall. each of the covered processes and be • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I introduced to hands-on welding tech- All Welding Courses niques in the shop setting. To earn the (5) • WT 111 - Introduction to Shielded certificate, students must maintain a Total Hours: 19 Metal Arc Welding 2.0 or better GPA in all required cours- es. There are two Welding Fundamen- SPRING • WT 112 - Introduction to Wirefeed tals specialty options to choose from. Welding • WT 116 - Introduction to Welding • WT 113 - Introduction to Inert Gas Programs Metallurgy (5) and Aluminum Welding • WT 212 - Intermediate Wirefeed • WT 114 - Thermal Cutting Degree Map | AAS Welding (9) Processes Welding Technology • MANF 140 - Print Reading in • WT 116 - Introduction to Welding Manufacturing (3) Metallurgy Graduates of the two-year Welding • † WMATH 100 - Professional • WT 117 - Hand and Power Tools Technology Associate in Applied Sci- Technical Applied Math (5) • WT 118 - Welding Joint Design and ence (AAS) degree program become Welding Symbols proficient in all of the common indus- Total Hours: 22 trial welding and cutting processes • WT 131 - Shielded Metal Arc used in the boatbuilding, industrial Second Year Welding for Beginners maintenance, construction, and manu- • WT 133 - Oxy-Fuel Processes for facturing industries. Students receive FALL Beginners advanced training in diverse topics • WT 113 - Introduction to Inert Gas • WT 199 - Cooperative Education and Aluminum Welding (5) Experience

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• WT 200 - Weld Skill Upgrading This certificate focuses on specific This micro-certificate program is • WT 211 - Intermediate Shielded welding process skills which culmi- designed to familiarize students with Metal Arc Welding nates with the passing of a standard the SVC Welding program and to welder qualification test using the cov- provide an introduction to manual • WT 212 - Intermediate Wirefeed ered process. This is a strictly skills- and semiautomatic welding processes Welding based certificate. The training time used in industry today. Students will • WT 213 - Intermediate Inert Gas needed to pass the culminating welder learn the basic theory of operation and and Aluminum Welding qualification test will vary based on safety requirements for each of the • WT 221 - Shielded Metal Arc past experience and pace of learning. covered processes and be introduced Welding Applications and To qualify for certification, students to hands-on welding techniques in the Certification must maintain a 2.0 GPA or above in shop setting. A certificate is awarded • WT 222 - Wirefeed Welding all required course work. to students who complete the following Applications and Certification courses with a 2.0 grade point average Required Courses or above in each course. • WT 223 - Inert Gas and Aluminum Welding Applications & Certification • WT 113 - Introduction to Inert Gas and Aluminum Welding (5) Welding Fundamentals- • WT 224 - Shield Metal Arc Welding Certification • WT 117 - Hand and Power Tools (3) Aluminum • WT 225 - Flux-Cored Arc Welding • WT 213 - Intermediate Inert Gas • WT 113 - Introduction to Inert Gas Certification and Aluminum Welding (9) and Aluminum Welding (5) • WT 226 - Gas Metal Arc Welding • WT 223 - Inert Gas and Aluminum • WT 117 - Hand and Power Tools (3) Certification Welding Applications & Certification • MANF 120 - Industrial Safety (2) • WT 227 - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (9) Certification • MANF 120 - Industrial Safety (2) • MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR (1) • WT 231 - Gas Metal Arc Welding for • MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR (1) • MANF 140 - Print Reading in Beginners Manufacturing (3) • MANF 140 - Print Reading in • WT 234 - Welding Skill Building Manufacturing (3) Total Hours: 14 Total Hours: 32 Advanced Welding Specialty Welding Fundamentals-Steel Certificate American Welding Society Micro-Certificate 10 credits Certificate 19 credits To qualify for certification, students This micro-certificate program is must maintain a 2.0 GPA or above in The SVC Welding program is an designed to familiarize students with all required course work. approved participant in the American Welding Society Entry-Level Welder the SVC Welding program and to Requirements Training program. Students who com- provide an introduction to manual plete coursework requirements and and semiautomatic welding processes Students who want to advance their pass written and performance exams used in industry today. Students will skills in the Aluminum, Flux-Cored Arc, will earn a certificate from the AWS learn the basic theory of operation and and/or Shielded Metal Arc Welding (nominal fee required). safety requirements for each of the Specialties can add the following two covered processes and be introduced courses to any of the three specialty to hands-on welding techniques in the certificates listed: WABO Certification shop setting. A certificate is awarded to students who complete the following • MANF 115 - Intro to Computer The SVC Welding Program is an ap- courses with a 2.0 grade point average Numeric Controlled (CNC) proved test lab for the Washington As- or above in each course. Operations (5) sociation of Building Officials (WABO) OR welder certification program. Students • WT 116 - Introduction to Welding completing certification or degree Welding Fundamentals-Steel Metallurgy (5) programs will have the opportunity to earn this important industry credential • WT 111 - Introduction to Shielded • WMATH 100 - Professional (a nominal fee is required). Special Metal Arc Welding (5) Technical Applied Math (5) coursework is available to prepare • WT 112 - Introduction to Wirefeed Total Hours: 10 experienced welders for this test. Welding (5) • WT 114 - Thermal Cutting Aluminum Welding Specialty Welding Fundamentals- Processes (3) Certificate Aluminums Micro-Certificate • MANF 120 - Industrial Safety (2) • MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR (1) 32 credits 14 credits

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• MANF 140 - Print Reading in • WT 223 - Inert Gas and Aluminum Manufacturing (3) Welding Applications & Certification Welding Technology: Shielded (9) Total Hours: 19 Metal Arc Welding Specialty Total Hours: 26 Certificate Welding Technology Certificate Plus related instruction in 32 credits 74 credits This certificate focuses on specific Training and certification in two of the • MANF 120 - Industrial Safety (2) welding process skills which culmi- three most commonly used manual • MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR (1) nates with the passing of a standard welding processes. Credits earned welder qualification test using the cov- • MANF 140 - Print Reading in will depend on the training sequence ered process. This is a strictly skills- Manufacturing (3) selected. A certificate is awarded to based certificate. The training time students who complete the following • CMST& 210 - Interpersonal needed to pass the culminating welder courses with a 2.0 grade point average Communication: D (5) qualification test will vary based on or above in each course. • ENGL& 101 - English Composition I past experience and pace of learning. (5) To qualify for certification, students Required Courses must maintain a 2.0 GPA or above in • WT 199 - Cooperative Education all required course work. (select any two of the following WT Experience (1-15) (1) sequences): Required Courses • WMATH 100 - Professional Shield Metal Arc Welding Technical Applied Math (5) • WT 111 - Introduction to Shielded Total Hours: 22 Metal Arc Welding (5) • WT 111 - Introduction to Shielded • WT 114 - Thermal Cutting Metal Arc Welding (5) Welding Technology: Flux- Processes (3) • WT 114 - Thermal Cutting • WT 211 - Intermediate Shielded Processes (3) Cored Arc Welding Specialty Metal Arc Welding (9) • WT 211 - Intermediate Shielded Certificate • WT 221 - Shielded Metal Arc Metal Arc Welding (9) 32 credits Welding Applications and Certification (9) • WT 221 - Shielded Metal Arc This certificate focuses on specific Welding Applications and welding process skills which culmi- • MANF 120 - Industrial Safety (2) Certification (9) nates with the passing of a standard • MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR (1) welder qualification test using the cov- Total Hours: 26 • MANF 140 - Print Reading in ered process. This is a strictly skills- Manufacturing (3) based certificate. The training time Flux Cored Arc Welding needed to pass the culminating welder Total Hours: 32 qualification test will vary based on • WT 112 - Introduction to Wirefeed past experience and pace of learning. Welding (5) To qualify for certification, students • WT 114 - Thermal Cutting must maintain a 2.0 GPA or above in Processes (3) all required course work. • WT 212 - Intermediate Wirefeed Required Courses Welding (9) • WT 112 - Introduction to Wirefeed • WT 222 - Wirefeed Welding Welding (5) Applications and Certification (9) • WT 114 - Thermal Cutting Total Hours: 26 Processes (3) • WT 212 - Intermediate Wirefeed Inert Gas & Aluminum Welding (9) Welding • WT 222 - Wirefeed Welding Applications and Certification (9) • WT 113 - Introduction to Inert Gas • MANF 120 - Industrial Safety (2) and Aluminum Welding (5) • MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR (1) • WT 118 - Welding Joint Design and Welding Symbols (3) • MANF 140 - Print Reading in Manufacturing (3) • WT 213 - Intermediate Inert Gas and Aluminum Welding (9) Total Hours: 32

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ACCT 142 - Payroll Procedures (3) interpretation of financial statements AESL 070 - High Intermediate Academic ESL: Reading & Writing (9) Computation of employee earnings, are presented. Required for business completion of payroll register, comple- majors transferring to 4 year business Non-native speakers develop lan- tion of individual earnings records, and programs. Prerequisite: Appropriate guage-learning strategies and habits preparation of various tax forms and placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in to successfully demonstrate academic reports. None ENGL 099 or instructor permission. English abilities in settings approach- ing those to be encountered in a ACCT 145 - Small Business ACCT& 202 - Prin of Accounting II (5) college setting. None Accounting I (5) Continuation of ACCT& 201. Busi- AESL 075 - High Intermediate Learn to analyze and record the ness organizations, financing, cash Academic ESL: Speaking & Listening business transactions of sole-propri- flow analysis and financial statement (9) etorship, service businesses in journals analysis are presented. Required for and ledgers using double-entry ac- business majors transferring to 4 year Non-native speakers will develop lan- counting. Complete worksheets, record business programs. Prerequisite: Com- guage-learning strategies and habits adjusting and closing entries, and cre- pleted ACCT& 201 with a grade of 2.0 to successfully demonstrate English ate financial statements as required for or higher, or instructor permission. speaking and listening skills in settings a complete accounting cycle. Addition- ACCT& 203 - Prin of Accounting III (5) approaching those to be encountered in a college setting. None al topics include cash control, basic Introduction to the use of accounting payroll preparation, and partnerships. information in the planning, controlling AESL 086 - Improving College Writing Not intended for transfer. None and decision-making processes of (1-3) ACCT 146 - Small Business business managers. Job and process A support writing course for contin- Accounting II (5) costing, cost-volume-profit analysis uous development of English writing Learn to analyze and record the and budgeting are discussed in detail. skills; recommended for nonnative business transactions of sole-propri- Prerequisite: Completed ACCT& 202 speaking students enrolled in any col- etorship, merchandise businesses in with a grade of 2.0 or higher or con- lege-level course with a writing compo- general and special journals using current enrollment in ACCT& 202, or nent. None double-entry accounting. Complete instructor permission. AESL 087 - Integrated Skills (1-5) worksheets, record adjusting and AESL 050 - Beginning Academic ESL: An EAP component linked to a reg- closing entries, and create financial Reading & Writing (9) ularly offered college-level course; statements as required for a complete Non-native English speaking students recommended for nonnative speaking accounting cycle. Additional topics who can communicate basic needs and students enrolled in any college-level include notes payable and notes concepts in Academic English begin course. None receivable, bad debt, inventory, and to expand academic skills and develop AESL 097 - Grammar/Composition I fixed assets. Not intended for transfer. habits of successful learners. None Prerequisite: ACCT 145. (5) AESL 055 - Beginning Academic ESL: ACCT 242 - QuickBooks (3) For matriculated students whose first Speaking & Listening (9) language is not English, this course Introduction to the completion of the Non-native English speaking academic focuses on sentence structure and the accounting cycle using QuickBooks Pro students with basic communication composing process at the advanced accounting software. Includes account- skills begin to expand speaking and ESL level, and includes the study of ing for customers and vendors, inven- listening skills in English and develop basic research, analysis, and critical tory, budgets, and financial reports. habits of successful learners. None thinking techniques. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: ACCT 145 or ACCT& 201 AESL 060 - Intermediate Academic appropriate placement test score or or equivalent. ESL: Reading & Writing (9) equivalent, or C+ or higher average in ACCT 244 - Sage 50 (3) AESL 70/75. Continued refinement by non-native Introduction to the completion of the speakers of English of Academic AESL 098 - Grammar/Composition II accounting cycle using Sage (former- English through the performance of (5) ly Peachtree) accounting software. routine tasks as well as the extension A course for non-native speaking, Includes accounts payable, accounts and application of their academic matriculated students with an em- receivable, inventory, and financial skills. None phasis on advanced ESL composition reports. Prerequisite: ACCT 145 or AESL 065 - Intermediate Academic skills. Designed to teach students to ACCT& 201 or equivalent. ESL: Speaking & Listening (9) write, analyze, and revise sentenc- ACCT& 201 - Prin of Accounting I (5) es and to develop coherent essays. Continued acquisition and refinement Replaces ENGL 97 requirement for ESL Introduction to financial accounting as of English by non-native speakers students. Prerequisite: appropriate an essential part of business decision through the performance of routine placement test score or equivalent, or making. The concepts of asset/liability tasks as well as the extension and ap- C or higher in AESL 97. valuation and reporting, income mea- plication of their academic skills. None surement, inventory systems and the

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AESL 103 - Reading (5) telephone practices, processing mail, AHE 109 - Medical Disease & Focus on college-level reading, discus- downloading/uploading electronic Pathology (4) sion, and test taking skills in a linked medical records information, inven- Overview of the many diseases and format. Vocabulary building, critical tory, office insurance, ordering and conditions affecting the human body. thinking, summarizing, paraphrasing, maintenance of office equipment and Includes discussions of how cultural and response writing based on read- supplies; banking, payroll, credit and perceptions and influences affect med- ings. None collection; organizing a procedure ical disease and pathology. Disease manual, time-management techniques, AESL 105 - Communication Skills (5) prevention and lifestyle for health. Pre- and cultural differences concerning requisite: AHE 106 or equivalent with This course is designed to enhance perception of time and expectation. minimum C grade and department speech intelligibility, fluency, and Prerequisite: AHE 101, or concurrent chair permission. listening comprehension by focusing enrollment; 30 wpm typing speed AHE 110 - Introduction to Medical on common problems of advanced ESL strongly recommended. learners. None Coding and Insurance (5) AHE 106 - Anatomy & Physiology (6) AHE 101 - Healthcare Interactions: D Use of the Current Procedural Termi- Study of the structure and function (3) nology (CPT) and International Clas- of the multiple systems of the human sification of Diseases (ICD) manuals Self-awareness training. Receiving, body. Study how the body systems are to properly code and process govern- organizing, prioritizing and transmit- interdependent in maintaining homeo- ment and private insurance forms. ting effective and therapeutic com- stasis. Develop an understanding of Other procedure/diagnosis coding munications with patients who have a how cultural influences may alter the systems include: Diagnosis Related variety of diagnoses. Development of external appearances and internal Groups (DRGs), Healthcare Common team member and leadership skills. functioning of different populations. Procedure Coding System (HCPCS), Discussion of death, dying and the Significant laboratory component Resource Based Relative Value Scale grieving process of a variety of differ- required. Prerequisite: AHE 102 (or (RBRVS); and managed care referrals ent cultures. See Allied Health depart- AHE 160 and 161) or equivalent with and pre-certifications. Prerequisite: ment to apply and for permission code. minimum C grade and department AHE 102 (or AHE 160 and 161) and Concurrent enrollment required in CSS chair permission required. OFTEC 162 with minimum C grade, or 103. AHE 107 - Clinical Non-Sterile department chair permission. AHE 102 - Basic Medical Terminology Procedures (6) AHE 112 - Basic Pharmacology (5) (5) Definition and theory of medical asep- Introduction to drugs: sources, sched- Learning word parts of medical terms; sis; information on non-sterile proce- ules, forms, uses and actions, side word building and definitions; medical dures/tests, i.e. temperature, pulse, effects, adverse effects and classi- terms as related to each system of respiration, blood pressure, electrocar- fications. Contributions of different the human body. Correct spelling of diograms, audiograms, visual acuity, cultures to drug therapy. Information medical terms and medical conditions colorblindness, spirometry, height and regarding medication orders and pre- is emphasized. Influence of different weight, physical examinations, chart- scriptions. Prerequisite: AHE 101, or cultures on medical terms. None. ing and documentation. Awareness of concurrent enrollment, or dept. chair AHE 103 - Law, Ethics, and universal precautions to protect the permission. Professionalism in Healthcare (5) patient and the healthcare profession- AHE 113 - Introduction to Phlebotomy al. Discussion of cultural beliefs and Legal and working relationships be- (3) tween medical personnel and patients; expectations concerning health care Review government regulations professional liability; intentional and interactions. Includes lab practice concerning blood products. Perform unintentional torts; contracts; law of of selected non-sterile procedures. venipunctures and capillary punc- agency; informed consent; professional Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment tures. Perform selected blood tests. practice requirements; medical ethics; in AHE 108 and department chair Discussion of cultural/religious beliefs public duties and responsibilities; permission. concerning blood products. Prereq- licenses and accreditation; workplace AHE 108 - Clinical Sterile Procedures uisite: AHE 108 with a grade of C or legalities; influence of cultural mo- (6) higher; and concurrent enrollment in res. Professionalism and image, goal Theory of surgical asepsis and proper AHE 114. Must provide documentation setting, time management, and rela- disposal of biohazardous and contam- of first two injections of Hepatitis B tionships between healthcare teams. inated materials. Discussion of body vaccination series prior to registering Prerequisite: AHE 101, or concurrent mechanics and rehabilitative medicine. for class. enrollment, or department chair per- Principles of nutrition and diet therapy. AHE 114 - Microbiology/Medical Lab mission. Awareness of culture, ethnicity, and Procedures (5) AHE 105 - Electronic Medical economics regarding patient compli- Documents and Administrative ance. Accurate charting and documen- Methods of collecting, processing, pre- Procedures (6) tation principles. Includes lab practice paring, and preserving lab specimens. Discussion of government regulations Learn about Electronic Medical Re- of selected sterile procedures. Prereq- and cultural beliefs concerning spec- cords (EMR), bookkeeping and basic uisite: Concurrent enrollment in AHE imens. Urinalysis, pertinent hematol- accounting in todays medical office. 107 and department chair permission. ogy, immunology and microbiology Covers appointment scheduling,

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tests and procedures are presented. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in the pharmacy technician’s role in its Prerequisite: AHE 108 with a grade of AHE 116. delivery with emphasis on the different C or higher; and concurrent enrollment AHE 118 - Drug Dosage Calculations roles of pharmacists and technicians. in AHE 115. Must provide documenta- (5) Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in tion of first two injections of Hepatitis AHE 131 and 118; completion of AHE Application of arithmetic skills and B vaccination series prior to registering 102 (or AHE 160 and 161), AHE 112 metric system to the calculating of for class. and OBT 162 or higher with minimum ratios and percentages related to drug C grade. AHE 115 - Injection Therapy (4) dosages. Prerequisite: MATH 96 (or Procedures of oral administration of college level math) with a C grade or AHE 131 - Pharmacy Technician drugs. Familiarization with equipment better. Terminology (3) and supplies for parenteral adminis- AHE 122 - Coding in Outpatient Emphasis on specific medical termi- tration of medications. Theory and Settings (6) nology and mathematics related to practice of reading the medication pharmacy. Focuses on how to interpret Application of professional skills in order, drawing up of medications and prescription or medication orders, in- abstracting medical records and as- parenteral administration of med- cluding how to interpret medical abbre- signing appropriate ICD-10-CM, CPT-4 ications, and theory of IV therapy. viations, terminology, pharmaceutical and HCPCS codes for data retrieval Cultural aspects of medication admin- equations and solutions. Prerequisite: and claims processing in outpatient istration are discussed. Upon suc- Concurrent enrollment in AHE 130. health care settings. Prerequisite: AHE cessful completion of AHE 115, each 106 and 110 with minimum C grade or AHE 132 - Applied Pharmacology (5) student must meet all requirements department chair permission. Use and side effects of prescription for practicum placement. Prerequisite: medications and alternative therapies AHE 108 and AHE 118 with grade C or AHE 123 - Medical Insurance Billing commonly used to treat diseases higher; and concurrent enrollment in with Coding Practicum (5) affecting the various systems of the AHE 114. Must provide documentation Application of professional skills in human body including psychiatric dis- of first two injections of Hepatitis B evaluating medical records for accura- orders. Prerequisite: AHE 130 and 131 vaccination series prior to registering cy and completeness in various health with a minimum C grade; concurrent for class. care settings. Preparing UB-04 and enrollment in AHE 133. AHE 116 - Medical Assistant Clinical CMS-1500 claims for health insurance AHE 133 - Pharmacy Records Practicum (6) plans. Covers assigning correct code numbers to diagnoses and procedures Management (4) Supervised practicum in an approved in an online coding practicum in prepa- Purchasing pharmaceuticals, devices medical facility for medical assistant ration for the CRC certification exam. and supplies, including acquisition students. Application of knowledge Prerequisite: AHE 122 with minimum C in emergency situations. Controlling learned in previous courses; experi- grade or department chair permission. inventory of medications, equipment, ence to increase understanding and and devices according to an estab- appreciation of other cultures. Interact AHE 128 - Introduction to Dental lished plan. Introduction to the concept with other health care professionals Clinic (2) of troubleshooting, maintenance and and patients to enhance the devel- Introduction to a variety of clinical repairing pharmacy equipment, devic- opment of a professional demeanor. responsibilities designed to enhance es and facilities. Use of various forms Prerequisite: Complete each course competence in performing dental as- of technology for storing, accessing in the AHE certificate with a mini- sisting functions. Duties include assist- and recording pharmacy data. Includes mum C grade; have current American ing a RDH with operatory set up and specialized terminology, filing rules Heart Association Basic Life Support post-op disinfection as well as gather- and systems, paper-based and elec- (BLS) card; have current First Aid ing information through an observation tronic files management, records se- card; have completed immunization format. Gain hands-on clinical experi- curity, ethical concerns with emphasis requirements; present evidence of a ence in front office, clinical coordina- on pharmaceutical practical records current negative TB test; and submit- tion, radiographic techniques, bitewing and applications; regulations regarding ted evidence of attending the required x-ray exposure, patient management, tracking and tracing drug shipments. 7-hour AIDS prevention seminar. Must sterilization and disinfection proce- Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in have permission/endorsement of the dures and maintaining equipment and AHE 132. department chair to enroll. Concurrent operatory. Emphasis on professional- enrollment in AHE 117 required. ism and image, attitude and demeanor, AHE 134 - Over-the-Counter (OTC) Drugs (2) AHE 117 - Medical Assistant Clinical appropriate communication skills, and Practicum Seminar (1) functioning as a team member. None Covers medications available to pa- tients without prescription, including Discussion and critical analysis of AHE 130 - Orientation to Pharmacy herbal medications and supplements, student experiences in their various Practice (4) cold/flu preparations, gastrointestinal practicum placements. Topics include Introduction and orientation to the preparations, topical products, etc. legal concepts, professionalism, and influence that medication laws, stan- and conversion of legend drugs to OTC aspects of culture and application of dards and regulations have on pharma- status. Prerequisite: AHE 132 and 133 front office and clinical skills. In- cy practice and the concept of quality with minimum C grade; concurrent cludes a community service project assurance and its procedures. Focuses enrollment in AHE 135. and sitting for the CMA (AAMA) exam. on the patient care continuum and

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AHE 135 - Community & Hospital AHE 161 - Medical Dialogue II (3) The study of human and non-human Drug Dispensing/Management (4) Continuation of AHE 160 and the study primates from a biological perspective, Introduction to the role of pharmacy of medical terminology word-building, including the evolution of the human technicians in the community and hos- pronunciation, and spelling. Includes species over time and the biological pital pharmacy setting. Filling orders discussions on how cultures may affect processes involved in human adapta- under the supervision of a registered medical terms. (AHE 161 is equivalent tion. The focus is on biological princi- pharmacist. Use of hospital based to the last half of AHE 102). Prereq- ples involved in evolutionary process- equipment for the processing of sterile uisite: completion of AHE 160 with a es, hereditary differences in human and non-sterile dosage forms. Discus- minimum C grade or department chair populations, the geological time scale, sion and demonstration of sensitivity permission. various forms of primates (from ear- liest to contemporary), the sequence when working with a multicultural pop- AHE 199 - Cooperative Education of development of various fossil forms ulation. Prerequisite: AHE 132 and 133 Experience (1-5) with a minimum C grade; concurrent culminating in modern humans, the Supervised cooperative education rela- enrollment in AHE 134. significance of humankind’s animal tive to program course in Allied Health heritage, and the strategic aspects in AHE 136 - Community Clinical Education. Prerequisite: Department the consideration of what is distinctly Experience/Pharmacy Technician (3) chair permission required. human about human nature. Prereq- Practical experience in the role of a AHE 200 - First Aid and Emergency uisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a pharmacy technician in a community Procedures (3) grade of 2.0 or higher. setting to integrate knowledge and en- Prepares students to recognize, ANTH& 206 - Cultural Anthropology: hance skills. Prerequisite: AHE 134 and respond, and manage First Aid, and D (5) 135 with minimum C grade; concurrent CPR emergencies. Covers disaster enrollment in AHE 137 and 138. Social Sciences preparedness training. First Aid, AHA A study of the origin and development AHE 137 - Hospital Clinical Basic Life Support (BLS), and 7 hour of various forms of culture found Experience/Pharmacy Technician (3) HIV/AIDS prevention certificates are among tribal and early agricultural Practical experience in the role of a awarded after successful completion of peoples. This will include the develop- pharmacy technician in a hospital this course. Prerequisite: AHE 101, or ment of language, the meeting of basic setting to integrate knowledge and concurrent enrollment and department needs such as food and shelter, the enhance skills. Prerequisite: AHE 134 chair permission required. family, magic and religion, and leisure and 135 with minimum C grade, de- ANTH 270 - Field Course in activities (including artistic, musical, partment chair or instructor approval, Archaeology (1-10) literary, and other forms of expres- and concurrent enrollment in AHE 136 Field work at an archaeological site. sion). Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& and 138. Practical application of techniques of 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. AHE 138 - Pharmacy Technician excavation, artifact identification, and ANTH& 234 - Religion & Culture: D (5) Clinical Experience Seminar (1) preservation. None Social Sciences Discussion and critical analysis of ANTH 299 - Learning into Action (1- Survey of concepts, models and theo- student experiences in their various 15) clinical experience placements. Topics ries that emphasize the anthropologi- Student develops and completes cur- include legal concepts, profession- cal study of religion and religious-like riculum-related independent project alism, and aspects of culture and enterprises. Examines the universal which demonstrates skills and abili- application of various pharmacy skills. basis of religion and various ways reli- ties and explores career options. May Job search readiness including finding gions are constructed and relate to the include, but is not limited to, service jobs, completing applications, develop- society they are found within. Prereq- learning, original research, and travel ing effective resumes and interviewing uisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- skills. Prerequisite: Completion of AHE grade of 2.0 or higher. quired. Students with 45 transferable 134, 135, and 200 all with a minimum ART 101 - Drawing Fundamentals (5) college credits are eligible to begin C grade. Learning into Action. None Humanities AHE 160 - Medical Dialogue I (3) ANTH& 204 - Archaeology (5) A foundation studio course in which be- Learning word parts of medical terms; ginning students develop observational Social Sciences word building and definitions; medical skills to create expressive drawings terms as related to each system of A comprehensive survey of archaeolo- using line, shape, value, space and the human body. Correct spelling of gy introducing the student to methods, texture. None medical terms and medical conditions principles, ethics, and reconstruction ART 102 - Drawing Composition and is emphasized. Influence of different of artifacts and sites used by archae- Techniques (5) cultures on medical terms. (AHE 160 ologists to reconstruct past cultures An intermediate studio course in is equivalent to the first half of AHE in the old and new world. Prerequisite: which students develop drawing skills 102) Prerequisite: AHE 101, or concur- Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of with an emphasis on composition and rent enrollment, or department chair 2.0 or higher. technique. Prerequisite: ART 101 or permission. ANTH& 205 - Biological Anthropology permission of the instructor (5) Social Sciences

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ART 107 - Life Drawing (4) will cover hazardous materials, pre- ENGL 097, or AESL 098, or appropri- A studio course in which students are cautions, ventilation and disposal ate test score. For pending AVA majors, introduced to observing and drawing procedures. Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 ART 101, 102 or 107, or instructor’s the human form. Using discussion and or higher in ENGL 097, or AESL 098, or permission. analysis students will be directed in appropriate test score. ART 202 - Painting II (4) both traditional and nontraditional use ART 160 - Portfolio (1) An intermediate or advanced studio of the figure in drawing. Prerequisite: This studio course is required for the course in either oil, watercolor or acryl- Grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 097, or AVA degree but open to all students ic medium. This course will continue AESL 098, or appropriate test score. and professionals. Students will learn the study of formal composition and ART 111 - Two Dimensional Color and documentation and presentation of a analysis with an emphasis on develop- Design (5) professional portfolio. Prerequisite: ment of subject matter, themes and Humanities Three studio courses plus 5 addition- individual style. Course content will al arts credits or permission of the focus on research and independent An introduction to the fundamental instructor. projects. May be repeated for a total principles and elements of two dimen- of 8 credits. Prerequisite: Art 201 or sional design. This course will empha- ART 161 - Exhibition (1) permission of the instructor. size visual communication through A seminar class required spring studio work, discussion and analysis. quarter of the second year of the AVA ART 241 - Ceramics I (1-4) Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or degree. Students will plan and install Humanities grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099. a graduating exhibition in the SVC Art An introductory studio course that ART 112 - Three Dimensional Design Gallery. This course will cover profes- focuses on fundamental hand building (5) sional practices in exhibition, planning, and glazing techniques. Emphasis will production, and publicity. Required for An intermediate studio course con- be placed on discussion and analysis. AVA degree. Prerequisite: Art 160 plus tinuing the study of the fundamental Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or higher in 25 credits in art elements of visual communication in ENGL 097, or AESL 098, or appropriate three dimensional space. Emphasis will ART 181 - Photography I (4) test score. be placed on form, plane, shape, mass Humanities ART 242 - Ceramics II (1-4) and texture through both additive and A studio course introducing theory, An intermediate or advanced studio subtractive processes. None practice, and history of photography course which focuses on throwing and ART 142 - Survey of Art History: as a medium of visual communication advanced hand-building techniques. Prehistory to 1300 AD: D (5) and creative expression. Field and Emphasis is on discussion and analy- Humanities laboratory work on guided self-directed sis. May be retaken for up to 8 credits. projects in digital and black and white Prerequisite: Art 241 or permission of An introduction and exploration of the processing/printing. Students supply the instructor relationship between historic world materials and digital camera. No text events and the visual arts from the an- ART 261 - Printmaking I (1-4) purchase. Fully manual film camer- cient period to 1300 CE. Co or Prereq- An introductory studio course in which as are available in the lab. Lab fee. uisite: ENGL& 101 students learn basic printmaking Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or processes including but not limited ART 143 - Survey of Art History: grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099. 1300-1850: D (5) to relief, etching and/or monotype. ART 182 - Photography II (1-4) Emphasis will be placed on discussion Humanities An intermediate or advanced studio and analysis. Prerequisite: None (for An introduction and exploration of the course continuing the practice and pending AVA majors, ART 101 or 111 relationship between historic world refinement of vision and technique in highly recommended) events and the visual arts from the digital and black and white photog- ART 262 - Printmaking II (4) 1300 - 1850 CE. Co or Prerequisite: raphy with emphasis on content and An intermediate or advanced studio ENGL& 101 meaning, visual structure, and presen- course focusing on continued develop- ART 144 - Modern Art History: D (5) tation. Students supply materials and ment with printmaking processes and digital camera. No text purchase. Fully Humanities techniques. Course content will focus manual film cameras are available in on research and independent projects. An introduction and exploration of the the lab. May be retaken for up to 8 Prerequisite: Art 261 or permission of relationship between historic world credits. Lab fee. Prerequisite: ART 180 the instructor events and the visual arts from 1850 to or 181 Prerequisite: ART 180 or 181 the present. Co or Prerequisite: ENGL& ART 299 - Learning into Action (1-15) ART 201 - Painting I (4) 101 Student develops and completes cur- Humanities ART 150 - Health and Safety in the riculum-related independent project Visual Arts (1) A studio course in either oil, watercolor which demonstrates skills and abili- Humanities or acrylic medium. More than one me- ties and explores career options. May dium may be offered per quarter and This course is an overview of health include, but is not limited to, service will be outlined in the quarterly sched- learning, original research, and travel and safety concerns in the visual arts ule. This course will cover preparation, pertaining to processes and materials abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- techniques, composition and analysis. quired. Students with 45 transferable used in studio courses. Information Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or higher in

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college credits are eligible to begin cal observations, and stargazing. Lab or concurrent enrollment: AT 101 or Learning into Action. None included. Prerequisite: Appropriate 107, AT 124, 133 and ENGL& 101. ART& 100 - Art Appreciation: D (5) placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in AT 133 - Chassis Electrical II (8) ENGL 099 and MATH 98. Humanities Operation, diagnosis and repair of AT 100 - Automotive Fundamentals (3) An introduction to the fundamental automotive electrical systems includ- concepts and principles of the visual Introduction to automotive vehicle ing lighting, power controlled systems, arts as a form of communication that systems, maintenance, tool usage, and sensors, actuators, modules, and links culture and artistic development. safety practices. Exploration of career vehicle networking. Use of scan tools, Co or Prerequisite: ENGL& 101. Pre- opportunities and industry certifica- lab scopes, power probes and other viously listed as Art 141 Introduction tions included. Designed for non-de- electrical diagnostic equipment in- to Art. Art 100 and Art 141 are not gree seeking students. None cluded. Navigation of wiring diagrams repeatable for credit. AT 101 - Industrial Safety & and troubleshooting techniques will be discussed. Prerequisite or concurrent ASL& 121 - Am Sign Language I (5) Fundamentals (3) enrollment: AT 101 or 107, AT 121 and Introduction to shop safety and basic Humanities CSS 103. industrial skills required for employ- An introduction to conversationally ment in the automotive or other trade AT 141 - Transmissions & Drivetrains relevant signs, finger spelling, gram- industries. Discussion of shop safety (12) matical principles of American Sign concerns and safe practices including Operation, diagnosis, service & repair Language (ASL), cultural background OSHA 10 certification. Introduction to of automatic transmissions/transax- and information relating to the deaf basic shop practices including safe use les, including principles of planetary community and American Sign Lan- of shop equipment, proper use of hand power flow and operation of valve guage. Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or and power tools, equipment mainte- body, torque converter, and electronic higher in ENGL 097, or AESL 098, or nance, hardware identification, and controls. Operation, diagnosis, service appropriate test score. basic vehicle inspection and mainte- & repair of manual transmissions/ ASL& 122 - Am Sign Language II (5) nance. None transaxles, clutches and differentials. Humanities AT 107 - Light Maintenance I (8) Perform diagnosis, service and repair on a variety of vehicles. Prerequisite or Further expansion of pre-existing Introduction to basic automotive main- concurrent enrollment: AT 101 or 107; vocabulary to include creative conver- tenance including batteries, starting & AT 133, WT 133 and WMATH 100. sation incorporating the rules of com- charging systems, lighting, fluids, tires, munication in an accurate and fluent and other general services. Industry AT 181 - Small Gas Engines (3) manner. Prerequisite: ASL& 121 with terminology, workplace safety, tools Basic engine theory, maintenance, a grade of C or better or instructor’s and repair information included. None overhaul, and tune-up of small gas permission. AT 121 - Automotive Electrical I (7) engines. None ASL& 123 - Am Sign Language III (5) Fundamentals of electricity including AT 199 - Cooperative Education Humanities series, parallel and series-parallel Experience (1-15) Practice and development of ASL in circuit operation; electrical measure- Supervised work experience in the social and professional settings. Fur- ment including voltage, amperage and field. Includes a weekly seminar. Pre- ther incorporation of rules, vocabulary, resistance; diagnosis and repair of bat- requisite: Must complete 3 quarters of and style will be included. Prerequisite: teries, starting and charging systems; automotive core. Instructor permission ASL& 122 with a grade of C or better introduction to scan tool operation. required. or instructor’s permission. Prerequisite or concurrent enrollment: AT 201 - Automotive Parts & Service ASTR& 100 - Survey of Astronomy (5) AT 101 or 107, AT 133, and CSS 103. Specialist (3) Natural Sciences AT 124 - Brake Systems (8) Training in skills necessary to gain Astronomy for non-scientists with top- Operation, diagnosis & repair of auto- employment in the automotive parts & ics including birth and death of stars, motive brake systems including disc & sales industry, and as a service writer workings of the solar system, Big drum brakes, hydraulic systems, an- in all types of repair facilities. Learn Bang, quasars, pulsars, black holes, ti-lock systems and computer controls. a variety of techniques and software and the search for extraterrestrial life. Perform diagnosis, service and repair applications. Emphasis on oral and Prerequisite: Appropriate placement on a variety of vehicles. Prerequisite or written communication, organizational or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099 concurrent enrollment: AT 101 or 107, skills, vehicle knowledge, parts cata- and MATH 98. AT 131, 133, and ENGL& 101. loging, customer service, and other necessary skills for employment. Pre- ASTR& 101 - Intro to Astronomy (5) AT 131 - Suspension, Steering and Alignment (7) requisite: AT 101 or 107 or concurrent Natural Sciences enrollment & OBT 099 or completion Operation, diagnosis and repair of of a Keyboarding Proficiency Test. A survey of astronomy including the suspension, steering and alignment solar system, stellar evolution, galactic systems including suspension modifi- AT 205 - Automotive Engines (8) structure, and cosmology. Emphasis cations and electronic controlled sys- Operation, diagnosis, service and on recent discoveries, historical and tems. Learn on a variety of front and repair of automotive engines, including cultural impact of astronomy, applica- rear suspension systems. Prerequisite discussion of internal components, tion of physical science to astronomi- diagnosis of engine related problems

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and repair procedures. Engine re- Discussion of ethanol, propane, com- BA 999 - Another gened test course building techniques and performance pressed natural gas (CNG), fuel cells (5) modifications will be discussed. Shop and other alternative fuels included. Gened test course 8/21/08 abstract safety, use, and care of precision tools Prerequisite or concurrent enrollment: None and equipment included. Prerequisite AT 101 or 107, AT 133, 212 and CMST& BASAM 301 - Foundations of Applied or concurrent enrollment: AT 101 or 210. Management (5) 107, AT 133, 210 and WT 231. AT 220 - Professional Lab Techniques Introduction and orientation to the stu- AT 206 - Automotive Air Conditioning (8) dent-led cohort learning model of the (4) Develop professionalism and produc- BASAM program. Topics include: Busi- Operation, diagnosis, service and tivity in a work place environment. ness and contemporary landscapes, repair of automotive air conditioning Troubleshoot, analyze, and perform professional agency, and equitable systems, including climate control and diagnosis and repair on a variety of business practices. Prerequisites: related electrical circuits. Includes automotive systems and vehicles. ENGL& 101 and CMST& 210 or 220. factory repair, retrofitting, and safe Emphasis will be placed on industry BASAM 322 - Project Management (5) handling of refrigerants and related standards, communication, flat-rate chemicals. MACS Section 609 Cer- production, and customer satisfaction. Provides a framework for understand- tification included. Prerequisite or Prerequisites or concurrent enrollment: ing and applying the ideas, methods, concurrent enrollment: AT 101 or 107, AT 101 or 107, AT 133, 206, 199 and principles, practices, and knowledge AT 133, AT 220 or 225 and MANF 121. MANF 121. of structured project management. Learn to apply the knowledge, skills, AT 207 - Automotive Heating and Air AT 225 - Engine Machining I (8) tools, and techniques for project Conditioning (7) Engine machining operations and activities necessary to meet project Operation, diagnosis and repair of building procedures of gasoline and requirements through software and automotive air conditioning and heat- diesel engines. Includes a variety of approaches modeled on the principles ing systems including climate control procedures focusing primarily on cyl- of Project Management Institute Global systems and related electrical circuits. inder heads including teardown and di- Standards. Emphasis will be placed Includes proper service and mainte- agnosis, machining of parts, assembly on project management application in nance of heating, cooling and refrig- and testing, and custom machining for small and medium size enterprises. eration systems, and use of specialty performance applications. Emphasis Admission to BASAM program and equipment. Prerequisite or concurrent will be placed on safe practices while BASAM Director permission. enrollment: AT 100 or 107; AT 133, and using specialty equipment, and atten- BASAM 324 - Marketing for Managers 205 and WT 231. tion to detail in measuring, machining (5) AT 210 - Drivability I (7) and assembly practices. Prerequisites or concurrent enrollment: AT 101 or Develop the marketing knowledge and Operation, diagnosis, service and 107, AT 199, 206, MANF 121 and AT skills necessary for the successful repair of engine computer control 205 with a B- grade or better. management of a profit or not-for- systems with emphasis on ignition sys- profit organization, including business AT 226 - Cylinder Head Rebuilding (6) tems, engine condition, heating, and start-ups. Topics include marketing cooling. Use of scan tools, lab scopes, Rebuilding & machining operations concepts, the development and exe- and other specialty test equipment of gasoline and diesel cylinder heads. cution of a marketing strategy, sales included. Prerequisite or concurrent Learn and practice a variety of proce- and customer management strategy, enrollment: AT 101 or 107, AT 133, 205 dures including tear-down and diagno- digital and social media strategy, and and WT 231. sis, machining of parts, assembly and measurement of marketing effective- AT 212 - Drivability II (8) testing. Emphasizes understanding the ness. Admission to BASAM program internal combustion engine and atten- Operation, diagnosis, service and and BASAM Director permission. tion to detail in measuring, machining, repair of engine computer control BASAM 330 - Operations Management assembly and safe practices. Designed systems with an emphasis on fuel (5) for industry professionals and non-de- delivery and emission control systems. gree seeking students. Instructor Explore and apply the concepts, Includes throttle body, port, and direct permission required. principles, problems, and practices of injection, EGR, 5-gas analysis, and oth- operations management. Emphasizes AT 299 - Learning into Action (1-15) er emission control devices. Computer managerial processes for effective controls, and operation of diagnostic Student develops and completes cur- operations in both goods-producing equipment included. Prerequisite or riculum-related independent project and service-rendering organizations. concurrent enrollment: AT 101 or 107, which demonstrates skills and abili- Topics include operations strategy, AT 133, 215 and CMST& 210. ties and explores career options. May process design, capacity planning, AT 215 - Alternative Fuels and Power include, but is not limited to, service facilities location and design, forecast- Technologies (7) learning, original research, and travel ing, production scheduling, continual abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- Operation, diagnosis service and repair improvement and operational effec- quired. Students with 45 transferable of hybrid-electric and electric vehicles, tiveness, sustainable sourcing, waste college credits are eligible to begin including technician and responder management, inventory control, quality Learning into Action. None safety. Operation, diagnosis, service assurance, and project management. and repair of light-duty diesel vehicles.

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Admission to BASAM program and voluntary, and provides documented gence, persistence, and diversity of BASAM Director permission. learning acquired through hands-on these ecosystems and the organisms BASAM 332 - Human Resources experiences in an actual work setting. that comprise them. An emphasis is Management (5) Learning outcomes will be designed placed on developing abilities to detect and agreed to by the student, the and recognize animals and plants that Explore human resource management organization providing the internship, make up and use different ecosystems, to achieve high levels of organizational the instructor, and the BASAM director. and toward understanding the roles performance. Evaluate the strategic The internship placement is expect- and positions fulfilled by these organ- importance, ethical issues, and organi- ed to be an outcome of the Career isms. Possible field trips. Prerequisite: zational impact related to the follow- Management and Social Capital and Appropriate placement or grade of ing areas of human resources: talent Business and Professional Communi- 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099. BIOL& 100 acquisition and talent management; cations classes taken in the prior quar- or ENVS& 101 recommended but not organizational development; the legal ter. Students will demonstrate skills required. BIOL& 100 or ENVS& 101 environment of business; global HR; and knowledge in the focus area of recommended but not required. training and development; diversity; their internship; effective management; and total rewards (compensation and BIOL 133 - Field Botany (5) time commitments and responsibilities benefits). Admission to BASAM pro- Natural Sciences of managers; the host organizations gram and BASAM Director permission. structure, policies, and practices; and The identification, life histories, eth- BASAM 334 - Accounting for interpersonal skills, including profes- nobotany, ecological relationships, Managers (5) sional presence and leadership qual- distributions of evolutionary trends of Master the basic principles of financial ities. Admission to BASAM program endemic ferns, conifers, and flowering and managerial accounting to facilitate and BASAM Director permission. plants. Field trips may be required. Labs included. Prerequisite: Appropri- successful execution of management BIOL 105 - Introduction to Plant ate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher responsibilities. Define financial state- Science (5) ment interrelationships, financial anal- in ENGL 099 and MATH 98. Natural Sciences ysis, product costing, budgetary con- BIOL 150 - Microbiology and trol systems, and information reporting Study of how plants are structured, Chemistry Laboratory Techniques for for the planning, coordinating, and important plant processes, how plants Brewing (1) reproduce, and the effect of the envi- the use of accounting information to Essential laboratory skills for the ronment on plant growth. Topics may monitor the performance of a business brewing industry. Covers skills required include: scientific method, centers of and the achievement of organizational for growth, maintenance and storage plant origin, plant cells and tissues, goals. Admission to BASAM program of yeast cultures. Beer production soils and mineral nutrition, genetics, and BASAM Director permission. techniques including, but not limited propagation, and plant pests. Lab BASAM 422 - Principles of Finance (5) to, testing for alcohol concentration, included. Field trips may be required. bitterness and color using American Introduction to the application of finan- Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or Society of Brewing Chemists (ASBC) cial management principles. Includes grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099. the analysis of financial statements for official analytical techniques. Permis- BIOL 111 - Matter and Energy in Life planning and control, cash and capi- sion Required Science (5) tal budgeting, risk and return, capital BIOL 180 - Native Plants Pacific structure, and financing the short- and Natural Sciences Northwest (3) long-term requirements of the firm. An inquiry-based survey of chemistry The identification, life histories, ethno- Apply basic tools and techniques used and biology designed to promote a botany, ecological relationships, and to value a firm and evaluate and fund basic understanding of the influence distributions of endemic ferns, coni- prospective investment opportunities. of molecular structure and properties fers, and flowering plants. None Admission to BASAM program and on living systems. Lab included. This BIOL 190 - Life in the Sea (3) BASAM Director permission. course is part of a science sequence Natural Sciences BASAM 495 - Capstone: Strategic recommended for students pursuing Management (5) a career in elementary education, but Introduction to the organisms in the is open to all students. The suggested sea with special emphasis on intertidal Focuses on the key aspects that must sequence is PHYS 111, BIOL 111, EASC life of our area. Non-major, general be addressed for sustained organiza- 111. Prerequisite: Appropriate place- interest. Field trip required. None tional and enterprise success, strategic ment or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL planning, effective problem solving, BIOL 199 - Cooperative Education 099. and the capture of opportunities from (1-15) the perspective of a business leader or BIOL 127 - Ecosystems of the Pacific Supervised work experience in the the entrepreneur. Admission to BASAM Northwest (5) field. Includes a weekly seminar. In- program and BASAM Director permis- Natural Sciences structor permission required. None sion. Acquire an understanding of the de- BIOL 205 - Marine Biology (5) BASAM 499 - BASAM Internship (5) velopment and dynamics of different Natural Sciences ecosystems of the Pacific Northwest, Provides students with supervised Introduction to marine organisms and evaluated practical training work through investigation of the abiotic and biotic factors that have led to emer- and the environment in which they experiences which may be paid or live. Special emphasis is given to the

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species found in the Pacific North- This course provides introduction to physiology, plant development and west. Field trips may be required. Lab basic concepts of biology, with an em- physiology, including photosynthesis. included. Prerequisite: Appropriate phasis on the cells as the fundamental Final course of three-quarter series. placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in unit of life. Topics include cell struc- Lab included. Prerequisite: Complet- ENGL 099 and MATH 98. ture, basic chemical and biochemical ed ENGL& 101 and MATH 099 with BIOL 220 - General Physiology (5) concepts, metabolism, cell division, a grade of 2.0 or higher. CHEM& 161 principles of genetics, biological diver- with a 2.0 or higher or concurrent en- Normal functions of animal systems. sity, and methods of scientific inquiry rollment in CHEM& 161, or instructor Emphasis on vertebrate systems and and critical thinking. Course establish- permission. lab investigation. Lab included. Pre- es foundation necessary for continued requisite: BIOL& 100, or BIOL& 160 or BIOL& 241 - Human Anatomy and biology study, especially in human 211; BIOL& 221, 222, 223 recommend- Physiology I (5) anatomy and physiology. Lab included. ed. Lab included. Lab included. Natural Sciences Prerequisite: Appropriate placement BIOL 224 - Ecology (5) or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099 For pre-nursing and allied health Natural Sciences and CHEM& 121. majors. First of a two-quarter series studying the structure and function of Fundamental ecological principles BIOL& 170 - Human Biology (5) the human body. First quarter includes through basic theory and applications. Natural Sciences histology, integumentary, skeletal, Prerequisite: At least two biological/ This NON-MAJORS course begins with muscular, special senses and nervous environmental classes. Appropriate the study of scientific method, and systems. Lab Included. Prerequisite: placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in continues with the study of chemistry Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade ENGL 099 and MATH 98. of life, cells, metabolism, heredity, of 2.0 or higher. BIOL& 211 or BIOL& BIOL 295 - Biology Integrative evolution, ecology, and the diversity of 160, or BIOL& 222 passed with a 2.0 Experience Seminar (2) life. This course is intended to show or higher. Intended for science majors. An In- students the relevancy of biology in ev- BIOL& 242 - Human A & P II (5) tegrative Experience emphasizing an eryday life. Prerequisite: Recommend- Natural Sciences interdisciplinary approach to current ed that students complete Math 98 issues in biology, including the socie- and English 99 both with a C or better Continuation of BIOL& 241. In-depth tal context of biology and technology, prior to taking this course. study of the structure and function of the human body; endocrine, cardiovas- and/or the ethical, political, and cul- BIOL& 221 - Majors Ecology/Evolution cular, lymphatic, respiratory, urinary, tural aspects of biology. Prerequisite: (5) BIOL& 221 OR CHEM& 161 OR PHYS& fluid, electrolyte, digestive, and repro- Natural Sciences 241 OR CHEM& 241 OR BIOL& 241. ductive systems. Lab included. Pre- Mendelian genetics, evolution, biodi- requisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with BIOL 299 - Learning into Action (1-15) versity of life forms, and ecology. First a grade of 2.0 or higher. BIOL& 241 Student develops and completes cur- course of three-quarter series. For stu- passed with a 2.0 or higher. riculum-related independent project dents intending to major in the scienc- BIOL& 260 - Microbiology (5) which demonstrates skills and abili- es. Lab included. Prerequisite: Com- Natural Sciences ties and explores career options. May pleted ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 include, but is not limited to, service or higher and CHEM& 161 with a 2.0 or Practical and elementary theoretical learning, original research, and travel higher (may be taken concurrently) or aspects of medical microbiology for abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- equivalent, or instructor permission. students in allied health professions. quired. Students with 45 transferable Lab included. Prerequisite:Complet- BIOL& 222 - Majors Cell/Molecular college credits are eligible to begin ed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or Biology (5) Learning into Action. None higher. BIOL& 160 or 211, passed with Natural Sciences BIOL& 100 - Survey of Biology (5) a 2.0 or higher or BIOL& 221, 222, and For students intending to major in the 223 passed with a 2.0 or higher. Natural Sciences sciences. Metabolism and energetics, BLDG 101 - Introduction to Building This NON-MAJORS course begins with structure and function of biomolecules, Construction (11) the study of scientific method, and cell structure and function, current Practical hands-on experience in core continues with the study of chemistry applications of biotechnology and construction skills. Includes basic of life, cells, metabolism, heredity, molecular biology. Second course of building vocabulary and nomencla- evolution, ecology, and the diversity of three-quarter series. Lab included. ture in the safe operation of hand and life. This course is intended to show Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 power tools. Covers construction math students the relevancy of biology in ev- and MATH 099 with a grade of 2.0 or applications and exposure to construc- eryday life. Lab included. Prerequisite: higher. CHEM& 161 with a 2.0 or high- tion trade clusters. Instruction will Recommended that students complete er or concurrent enrollment in CHEM& include OSHA 10-Hour Construction Math 98 and English 99 both with a C 161, or instructor permission. or better prior to taking this course. Industry Certification and fork lift oper- BIOL& 223 - Majors Organismal ation certification. None BIOL& 160 - General Biology w/Lab Physiology (5) (5) Natural Sciences Natural Sciences For students intending to major in the sciences. Animal development and

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BRW 101 - Culture of Craft Brewing dustry tours to observe the production such as foam, stability, color, aroma, (3) process are included. None attenuation, and ability to interpret the Introduction to sensory perception BRW 110 - Brewery Operations (5) reasons why a product deviates from expected performance. None (taste & smell) as it relates to beer Employees working in small, craft identification and quality, and con- breweries need to be prepared to han- BRW 128 - Industry Experience (1) siderations for food and beverage dle small equipment problems as they Complete two observation-based pairings. Topics include the history arise (pumps, valves, lights, motors, industry experiences. Areas of focus of brewing, craft vs. factory industrial etc.) Covers essential topics of brewery include: Brewery Operations, Packag- models, alcohol & health, overview of operations, including brewery equip- ing & Process Technology, Equipment the brewing process, ingredients used ment and maintenance, tasks required Maintenance, Quality Assurance/ and beer styles. Includes industry in the brewing process, design/layout Quality Control, and Flavor Production. tours and presentations from industry of brewery production areas, supply Prerequisite: Instructor permission professionals. None & product control, safety (production required. BRW 103 - Beverage Biochemistry (4) lines under pressure), cleaning & sani- BRW 130 - Business of Craft Brew (4) tation issues, disposal of liquid & solid Covers general microbiology and Overview of small business start- brewery waste by-products, and stor- chemistry as it pertains to the pro- ups and basic business practices as age & distribution systems. Discusses duction of alcoholic beverages and the applied in the brewing industry as the processing and packaging of fin- brewing of beer. Raw materials/ingre- well as an introduction to brewery ished beer, including the most recent dients used in the brewing process will compliance. Topics include the eco- developments in alternative materials be discussed along with the properties nomics of running a brewery, overhead (such as plastic bottles) and super- of water, pH, enzymes, proteins, carbo- control & pricing, cash management, high-speed bottling systems. None hydrates, and other micro-organisms the selling and distribution process, in the brewery regarding their role in BRW 120 - Essentials of Quality inventory control, marketing the busi- brewing. Develop an understanding of Assurance/Quality Control (3) ness, insurance considerations, and the ingredient interactions of biological Learn the tools and procedures used hiring/managing employees, licensing molecules, particularly as they pertain by breweries worldwide to evaluate and permits, label approval process, to fermentation (yeast biology, wild beer at every important phase of pro- taxes, recordkeeping and reporting yeasts, yeast production), identifica- duction. Covers a full range of topics requirements for the Washington State tion of wort/beer spoilage organisms related to Quality Assurance/Quality Liquor & Cannabis Board (WSLCB), the using microscopy, staining and differ- Control (QA/QC)and tools required to Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bu- ential media. None create beers of the highest quality and reau (TTB), and the Washington State BRW 105 - Raw Materials (3) consistency. Differentiate between the Department of Revenue (DOR). None Covers the basic ingredients used in principles of QA & QC and the essen- BRW 135 - Tradition and Innovation in brewing: malted barley (and other tial components of a quality produc- Beer Styles (2) tion system within a brewery. Topics adjunct grains), hops, yeast and water. Overview of the techniques and tech- include sensory evaluation, analytical Provides an overview of the role various nologies used to design and brew the testing, microbiological testing, lab raw materials play in the production of full range of established and emerging safety and standard practice, prac- beer and other food products and the beer styles. Topics include styles and tical and usable analytical methods, importance of these ingredients in the sub-categories of beer with an empha- sampling techniques, QC methods for flavor profiles imparted. Topics include sis on methodology used to brew beer fermentation and packaged products, hop varieties, barley types, breeding & that matches the style parameters, and taste panel design and manage- selection, growing, harvesting, drying while retaining the brewers own artistic ment. Learn how to use PH meters, and malting of grains, yeast types, interpretation. Learn about the techni- CO2 volume meters, thermometers, and water properties. Learn about cal side of the development of recipe and calibration techniques to maintain the grain to glass philosophy and how formulation and creating a style. None local brewers are incorporating locally temperature consistency. None BRW 160 - Brewery Lab I (1) sourced raw materials into their craft BRW 125 - Flavor Production and beverage products. None Control (2) Apply brewing theory in the brewery lab. Introduces brewing equipment, BRW 107 - Wort Production (3) Introduction to samples of flavor and proper cleaning and sanitizing tech- aromatic compounds associated with Provides training in the technology/ niques, cellar work, and the brewing the raw materials and the brewing science of wort creation and the brew- process. None ing skills required to create the final process. Analyze the origins of those BRW 161 - Brewery Lab II (2) product. Covers each critical factor in compounds, and provides foundational wort production from barley choices knowledge required to effectively con- Apply brewing theory in the brewery to mashing, sparging, wort boiling and trol them. Topics include fermentation lab. Reviews equipment and basic cooling. Topics include barley, malt, characteristics, malting effects, car- maintenance, proper cleaning and hops, water analysis, brewing adjuncts, bonation, flavor production, and beer sanitizing techniques, cellar work, and & mashing, sensory evaluation freshness qualities. Includes training ways to troubleshoot and adapt the and how each aspect of the production the palate to make informed decisions brewing process. Prerequisite: BRW process impacts the final product. In- during the production process for beer. 160 with a 2.0 grade or better. Learn about beers quality attributes

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BRW 198 - Brewery Capstone Project to databases with Microsoft Access. operations and methods of business. (1) Current industry computer topics will The internship will augment the class- Includes a final brewing project in the be covered; basic web page design, room learning by applying skills and lab. Students work in small groups to advance spreadsheet modeling, social knowledge learned in a real business formulate and brew an original recipe, media, Networking, Management setting. Students will be supervised by and then market and sell their product Information Systems and other current business professionals who are expe- to another brewery/restaurant or at topics. Prerequisite: Basic keyboarding rienced practitioners in the field, and Cardinal Craft Brewing. Prerequisite: and Computer Skills recommended. will practice the work skills required to BRW 161 with a grade of 2.0 or better. BUS 122 - Social Media & Digital be successful in their chosen field. In partnership with the instructor and the BRW 199 - Brewery Internship (5) Marketing (5) supervisor, students will develop learn- The use of social networks, online Supervised work experience in the ing objectives to achieve during the communities, or other online collabora- field. Apply skills and knowledge internship/work experience. Prerequi- tive media for advertising, marketing, learned in a craft brewery business site: Instructor permission required. operation. Students Course includes a sales, public relations or customer service. Popular online digital technol- BUS 205 - Human Resources weekly classroom seminar. Prerequi- Management (5) site: Instructor permission required. ogies will be used to design an effec- tive social media marketing campaign. A comprehensive introduction to the BUS 111 - Business Math (5) None management of human resources in Applied mathematics in daily business BUS 171 - Latino Leadership I (2) profit and non-profit organizations, experiences. Basic mathematics (whole including job analysis, workforce plan- Communication, teamwork and lead- numbers, decimals, fractions, per- ning, employee recruitment, selection, ership skill development as a founda- cents, ratios, equations and formulas) training and development, compensa- tion for an applied project addressing applied to business cases. Additional tion, benefits, discipline/termination issues of significance to the LatinX mathematical applications as they re- and performance appraisal, as well as community to be planned and imple- late to banking, (including introductory human resources law, human resourc- mented in Latino Leadership II and international/cultural issues) payroll, es information systems, employee Latino Leadership III. None purchasing, selling, interest, inflation, health and safety, and labor relations. annuities, stocks, bonds, loans, taxes, BUS 172 - Latino Leadership II (2) None insurance, depreciation, financial Apply communication, teamwork and BUS 212 - Investment and Financial statements, ratios, metric system, leadership skills to plan a service proj- Planning II (3) business statistics, financial calcula- ect to address issues of significance to Continuation of BUS 112 for those who tors. Practical mathematical problem the LatinX community with an empha- have had some investment experience. solving techniques explored through sis on mentoring and college access. Stocks, bonds, warrants, options, presentations, discussion, and lab This is the second of a three-class commodities, investment trusts, real work. This course is non-transferable sequence and should be taken with 1 estate, retirement plans, tax shelters and for professional/technical students credit of Learning Into Action. Prereq- and estate planning. Prerequisite: BUS only. Prerequisite: Recommended - Ba- uisite: BUS 171. sic Arithmetic skills including fractions 112 or instructor’s permission. BUS 173 - Latino Leadership III (2) and percentages, Math 095 with a BUS 240 - Fundamentals of Marketing grade of C or higher, or equivalent. Apply communication, teamwork and (5) leadership skills to address issues of Math placement score or instructor Introduction to the marketing of goods significance to the LatinX community permission. and services in a free enterprise with an emphasis on mentoring and BUS 112 - Personal Finance (5) system and the role of marketing in college access. This is the third of a society. Topics include the marketing Analysis of savings, investments and three-class sequence and should be environment, marketing functions in consumer spending patterns. Person- taken with 1 credit of Learning Into manufacturing, retailing and service al budgeting, net worth, goal setting, Action. Prerequisite: BUS 172. consumer credit, financial institutions, industries, market analysis including BUS 180 - Leadership Development & insurance, real estate, stocks, mutual buyer behavior and market segmen- Management Skills: D (5) funds, precious metals, taxes, social tation, marketing mix policies, adver- security, retirement plans and estate Identify individual strengths and weak- tising, pricing and public and legal planning. None ness to build strong business leaders policies that impact marketing. This and managers . Leading and managing course provides a valuable background BUS 120 - Business Computers and through times of change, innovation both for students intending to transfer Applications (5) and other challenges. Focuses on com- to 4 year business programs and for Strategic use of common software ap- munication, relationships, teamwork, business owners wishing to improve plications to support business activity. collaboration, accountability, motiva- their knowledge of marketing practices Use software to create professional tion, influence, problem solving, goal None documents in Microsoft Word, build setting and decision making. None BUS 241 - Introduction to effective business presentations in BUS 199 - Internship / Cooperative International Business (5) Microsoft PowerPoint, introduction to Education (1-15) problem-solving spreadsheet models Social Sciences in Microsoft Excel and introduction Supervised work experience in the field providing practical experience in the

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An overview of how businesses operate use planning, economic development, tistical and quality tools. Focuses on in the global environment including health, education, social services, arts, the integration of business function topics on marketing, management, culture and history. Learn how to apply knowledge acquired in prior BASAM production, human resource man- leadership skills to current issues. courses and advances capabilities in agement and finance. Prerequisite: Directly apply leadership skills to PowerPoint, Excel, and data visualiza- Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of choose, plan, and complete a service tion products such as Tableau. Admis- 2.0 or higher. project. Identify individual personality sion to BASAM program and BASAM BUS 242 - Professional Selling and strengths and weaknesses, and learn Director permission. Sales Management (5) strategies for working effectively with BUS 450 - Legal Environments in different people. Topics will include Introduction to sales process, buying Business (5) self awareness, ethics and steward- process, relationship selling, prospect- Analyze the origins and development of ship, interpersonal communications, ing, sales call planning, communica- law and its role in society. Survey legal teamwork, group process, facilitation, tion, negotiating, and closing sales as rights and remedies, courts and court equity, diversity, inclusion, conflict well as how to motivate, compensate, procedures, torts, contracts, and crim- resolution, managing change, and and train sales people. Includes topics inal law as it relates to the business public speaking. Instructor permission in Customer Relationship Management. and managerial world. Critical thinking requried. None skills are developed by the required BUS 295 - Business Integrated BUS 280 - Entrepreneurship and analysis, writing summaries of court Experience Seminar (2) Small Business Management (5) rulings and opinions and through an In this integrative experience, students in-depth research paper on current Introduction to developing and starting will analyze assigned business cases legal issues in business. Admission to a business. Develop a business plan and current business news stories BASAM program and BASAM Director which includes marketing, financial, from multiple perspectives in order to permission. and planning sections of the plan. arrive at a understanding of the Use a computer to accomplish the BUS& 101 - Intro to Business (5) situations described. ECON& 201 OR functions involved in a small business Social Sciences ECON& 202 including the planning, organizing, and An overview of the American busi- BUS 299 - Learning into Action (1-15) control of a small business. None ness environment including forms of BUS 290 - Leadership Skagit (1-17) Student develops and completes cur- business ownership, management riculum-related independent project Study the issues challenging our techniques, decision making, market- which demonstrates skills and abili- region. Explore different locations, ing and production, human resources, ties and explores career options. May industries and resources in Skagit accounting and financial manage- include, but is not limited to, service County. Focus on critical topics such ment and the effects of globalization learning, original research, and travel as history and sense of place, law on American business. Prerequisite: abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- and justice, economy and economic Grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 097, or quired. Students with 45 transferable development, community services and AESL 098, or appropriate test score. college credits are eligible to begin health, and arts and culture. Meet with BUS& 201 - Business Law (5) Learning into Action. None local leaders, identify existing resourc- Social Sciences es and learn how to apply leadership BUS 410 - Managerial Professionalism Introductory study of law, analyzing skills to current issues in each of these & Readiness (5) its origins, development and its role in areas. Directly apply leadership skills Participation in the contemporary society. The course surveys legal rights to choose, plan, and complete a ser- workplace focusing on the managerial and remedies, courts and court pro- vice project in partnership with a local and interaction skills necessary for cedures, torts, contracts and criminal nonprofit agency. Identify individual success. Apply the materials learned in law. Critical thinking skills are devel- strengths and weaknesses as a com- SOC 420 to professional and business oped by analyzing and writing summa- munity leader. Learn to lead through contexts with the objective of securing ries of court rulings/opinions. Attend- times of change, innovation and an internship. Focuses on the interac- ing one court proceeding is required. other challenges. Focus on ethics and tion requirements driven by techno- Course required for business majors stewardship, interpersonal commu- logical advancement and increasing transferring to four-year schools. Pre- nications, teamwork, group process, workforce diversity. Admission to requisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with equity, diversity, inclusion, conflict BASAM program and BASAM Director a grade of 2.0 or higher. resolution, managing change, and permission. C2C 201 - Compass to Campus: Youth public speaking. Instructor permission BUS 430 - Data Driven Decision Mentoring I: D (3) required. Making (5) Elective BUS 292 - Leadership San Juan Presents critical problem-solving meth- Islands (6) odologies including multi-disciplinary Introduction to service-learning men- Learn from local leaders about the observational and field research, and toring through a campus wide mento- issues challenging San Juan County. how data collection methods enhance ring initiative designed to encourage Explore different locations, industries organizational performance and the under-represented, low-income, first and resources in the county. Focus on ability to use data to make informed generation, and diverse 5th through critical topics impacting local gov- decisions. Topics include qualitative 12th grade students to graduate from ernment, natural resources and land and quantitative analysis, and sta-

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high school and consider post-second- nology for college and career success. mathematical modeling, and functions. ary education. None Prerequisite: CCB 042 or CASAS math CCB 010 - CCB Orientation (1-3) CCB 031 - CCB Literacy and Math I score 246 or above A learner-focused course designed (1-16) CCB 046 - Financial Literacy (2) to orient students to the College and First in a series of three courses in This course covers topics in financial Career Bridge/High School Comple- which students improve critical think- literacy and personal finances. Stu- tion program and other resources and ing, reading, writing, oral communi- dents must be co-enrolled in at least services; to appraise students’ current cation, and math skills to prepare for one other CCB/HSC/ELA course to abilities, characteristics, backgrounds, entry into high school completion and/ enroll and interests; and to help students set or transition to college or employment. CCB 050 - College Prep Seminar (1-3) long-term and short-term goals and Prerequisite: None Course will focus on providing stu- create a plan of action to meet those CCB 032 - CCB Literacy and Math II dents transitioning into college and goals. None (1-16) career programs with an orientation CCB 011 - I-BEST Orientation (1-5) Second in a series of three courses to college resources and labor market A learner-focused course designed in which students improve critical information to assist them in making to orient students to the I-BEST and thinking, reading, writing, oral commu- an informed decision in choosing a Professional/Technical certificate nication, and math skills to prepare for career pathway. Prerequisite: Concur- and degree programs; resources and entry into high school completion and/ rent Enrollment in CCB 054 OR advisor services; to appraise students’ current or transition to college or employment. permission abilities, characteristics, backgrounds, Prerequisite: None CCB 051 - Academic Skills Lab (1-5) and interests; and to help students set CCB 033 - CCB Literacy and Math III Students receive support and tutoring long-term and short-term goals and (1-16) in academic skills including writing, create a plan of action to meet those Third course in a series to improve math, and reading for coursework as- goals. Prerequisite; none academic confidence through mas- signed in CCB, ELA, On Ramp, HS21+, CCB 020 - CCB Special Topics (1-10) tering critical thinking, writing, and or I-BEST classes. none Special topics related to high school reading skills in order to prepare for CCB 052 - CCB On Ramp (1-15) equivalency preparation and/or college completion of HS21+ or GED and/or Examine habits, attitudes, and thought and career transition. May include transition to college coursework. May processes that lead to academic and contextualized content along with im- be contextualized within social science, professional success. Improve academ- provement in or application of reading, humanities, or science content areas ic confidence through building critical writing, or math skills. Prerequisite:- or topics. Prerequisite: none thinking, writing, and reading skills, none CCB 041 - CCB Basic Math (1-10) as well as digital literacy. Prerequisite: CCB 022 - CCB General Instruction A beginning mathematics course de- CASAS Reading score of 211-225 or (1-10) signed to establish a solid mathemat- instructor permission Improve basic skills in reading, writing, ical foundation. Topics include opera- CCB 054 - College English Prep (1-10) and/or math toward completion of high tions using whole numbers, decimals, Identify and implement habits, atti- school equivalency and/or prepara- and fractions; determining place-value, tudes, and thought processes that tion for entry into college coursework. and order of operations; calculations lead to academic and professional Course work may be contextualize in using ratios and proportions. Prereq- success. Improve academic skills and social science, science, or humanities uisite: CASAS math score 210-225 or confidence through mastering critical topics. none instructor permission thinking, writing, and reading skills. CCB 024 - CCB Computer Basics (1- CCB 042 - CCB Pre-Algebra (1-10) Prerequisite: CASAS Reading Score 10) A course designed to prepare students 226-246 OR completion of ELA/ABE/ Introduction to basic computer skills for entry into Math 97 or WMath 100. CCB 052 (On Ramp) or HSC 030 with B for CCB or High School Completion Emphasis on strengthening basic arith- or better students who are novice computer metic skills, analyzing data, computing CCB 056 - I-BEST Academic Skills users. Through a hands-on approach, with integers, and using basic algebra (1-10) understand common computer terms, equations to solve applied proportion, Develop fundamental reading, writing, develop navigation skills with the key- percent, and geometry problems. and/or math skills needed for success board and mouse, manage electronic Prerequisite: CCB 041 or CASAS Math in discipline-based I-BEST course files, send and receive e-mail, locate of 226-245 through contextualized instruction. information on the World Wide Web, CCB 043 - CCB Beginning Algebra Prerequisite: Co-enrollment in appro- and explore e-learning tools. Basic (1-10) priate content course reading and writing will be taught in A non-transfer credit beginning course the context of using a personal com- CCB 060 - College and Career Bridge in algebra, building on topics intro- puter. none GED Prep (1-16) duced in ABE 042. Topics include Students work toward knowledge and CCB 025 - CCB Digital Literacy (1-5) algebraic expressions, solving linear competencies required to pass GED This course covers skills and knowl- equations and inequalities, graphing exams in one or more subject areas. edge needed to effectively use tech- linear equations, solving systems of linear equations and inequalities,

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Completion of /co-enrollment in HSC 121 and admission to BASEC program CHEM& 122 - Introduction to Organic 018 or Permission or Department Chair permission. Chemistry (5) CCB 064 - CCB Grammar I (1-3) CHEM& 100 - Preparatory Chemistry Natural Sciences This course provides an introduction to (5) Structure and properties of organic topics in English grammar. Placement Natural Sciences compounds: hydrocarbons, alcohols, into ELA 014 or above. Chemistry introduction for those who ethers, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic CCB 065 - CCB Grammar II (1-3) need background before CHEM& 121. acids, esters, amines, amides, and carbohydrates. CHEM& 121 with a C This course covers topics in English Introduces chemical symbols and no- grade (2.0) or better. grammar. Placement in ELA 014 or menclature, equations, states of mater, above. bonding, energy, and dimensional anal- CHEM& 123 - Introduction to ysis. Prerequisite: MATH 97 with a C Biochemistry (5) CCB 066 - CCB Grammar III (1-3) or better (may be taken concurrently). Natural Sciences This course covers topics in English Recommended that students complete Lipids, proteins, enzymes, bioenerget- grammar and punctuation. Placement ENGL 99 with a C or better prior to ics, carbohydrate, lipid, and protein in ELA 014 or above. taking this course. metabolism; biosynthetic pathways; CCB 070 - Adult Secondary CHEM& 105 - Chemical Concepts (5) nucleic acids and protein synthesis; Education/Spanish GED (1-10) Natural Sciences chemical communication; body fluids; Basic GED preparation in Span- A survey course for non-science ma- nutrition; and digestion. CHEM& 121 ish. Non-transfer credit course that jors. Fundamental concepts of chemis- with a C grade (2.0) or better. prepares adult and family literacy try will include atoms and molecules, CHEM& 131 - Intro to Organic/ students with a goal of earning the states of matter, chemical reactions, Biochemistry (5) General Education Development (GED) and topics of current interest. Prereq- equivalency certificate to pass any two Natural Sciences uisite: Appropriate placement or grade of the four subject-area tests. None One-quarter course of organic chem- of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099 and istry and biochemistry for non-science CHEM 199 - Cooperative Education MATH 98. (1-15) majors, nursing, and environmental CHEM& 110 - Chemical Concepts with science students. Includes study of Supervised work experience in the Lab (5) structure, nomenclature, and reactions field. Includes a weekly seminar. In- Natural Sciences of organic and biological compounds. structor permission required. None An inquiry-based survey of the basic Applications to living systems. Not CHEM 295 - Chemistry Integrative concepts in chemistry for non-science recommended for students continuing Experience Seminar (2) majors. Topics covered include sci- chemistry beyond CHEM& 131. Lab An Integrative Experience emphasiz- entific method, structure of matter, included. Prerequisite: Appropriate ing an interdisciplinary approach to states of matter, chemical bonding, placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in current issues in chemistry, including chemical reactions, nuclear chemistry, ENGL 099 and MATH 98. CHEM& 121 the societal context of chemistry and topics of current interest, and philoso- or 161 passed with a 2.0 or better. technology, and/or the ethical, politi- phy of science. LAB INCLUDED, lab fee CHEM& 161 - General Chem w/Lab I cal, and cultural aspects of chemistry. required. DOES NOT SATISFY CHEMIS- (5) None TRY REQUIREMENTS FOR BIOL& 160. Natural Sciences CHEM 299 - Learning into Action (1- Prerequisite: Appropriate placement Course Abstract: For programs requir- 15) or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099 ing strong backgrounds in chemistry. and MATH 98. Student develops and completes cur- Scientific method, Atomic theory, riculum-related independent project CHEM& 121 - Intro to Chemistry (5) quantum theory, periodic relation- that demonstrates skills and abilities Natural Sciences ships, chemical bonding, molecular and explores career options. May Introductory course for non-science geometry, stoichiometry, and reactions include, but is not limited to, service majors, nursing, and environmental in aqueous solution. Prerequisite: learning, original research, and travel science students. Includes the nature Appropriate placement or grade of abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- of atoms and molecules, chemical 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099. MATH& quired. Students with 45 transferable notation, scientific reasoning, and 141 with a 2.0 or better (may be taken college credits are eligible to begin problem solving in the study of the concurrently). CHEM& 105 or 121 or Learning into Action. None theory and applications of inorgan- high school chemistry within the past CHEM 301 - Chemistry for ic chemistry. Not recommended for 5 years is strongly recommended. Environmental Conservation (5.5) students continuing chemistry beyond CHEM& 105 or 121 or high school For the Bachelor of Applied Science CHEM& 131. Lab included. Prerequi- chemistry within the past 5 years is Environmental Conservation program. site: Appropriate placement or GPA of strongly recommended. Reactions in aqueous solution, equilib- 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099 and MATH CHEM& 162 - General Chem w/Lab II rium, acids and bases, acid-base and 98. (Math 98 may be taken concurrent- (5) solubility equilibria, and electrochemis- ly.) Natural Sciences try. Lab included. 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gases, liquids and solids, entropy and CHEM& 242 with a 2.0 or higher or arithmetic, exponents, graphing, and energy, chemical equilibrium. Prereq- concurrent enrollment in CHEM& 242. algebra. Prerequisite: MATH 97 uisite: Appropriate placement or grade CHEM& 252 - Organic Chem Lab II (2) CIS 118 - Computer Hardware: of 2.0+ in ENGL99. MATH& 141 with a Natural Sciences Troubleshooting & Repair (5) 2.0 or higher. CHEM& 161 with a 2.0 or Introduction to personal computer higher. A continuation of CHEM& 251 Prereq- uisite: CHEM& 242 with a 2.0 or higher. systems hardware and architectures CHEM& 163 - General Chem w/Lab III CHEM& 251 with a 2.0 or higher. which follow CompTIA’s A+ certification (5) track. This is an industry recognized CHIN& 121 - Chinese I (5) Natural Sciences certification series covering basic Humanities A continuation of CHEM& 162. Acids computer troubleshooting techniques, and bases, acid-base and solubility Pronunciation fundamentals of gram- repair, upgrading, and terminology. equilibria, , electrochemistry, kinetics. mar and syntax, oral exercises, reading Includes safety, PC architecture, mem- Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 and conversation. Prerequisite: Grade ory, peripherals, upgrade and installa- with a grade of 2.0 or higher. CHEM& of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 097, or AESL tion of operating systems, upgrade and 162 with a 2.0 or higher. 098, or appropriate test score. installation of hardware components, configuration, and troubleshooting CHEM& 241 - Organic Chem I (4) CHIN& 122 - Chinese II (5) techniques. Prerequisite: solid under- Natural Sciences Humanities standing of the basic concepts of file, For students majoring in chemistry or Pronunciation fundamentals of gram- directory and disk management, as biology, or pursuing graduate degrees mar and syntax, oral exercises, reading well as proficiency in command line in medicine or pharmacy. Acid base and conversation. Prerequisite: CHIN& operation, as presented in CIS 104, are chemistry, alkanes, stereochemistry, 121 with a grade of C or better or strongly recommended. mechanisms, substitution reactions, instructor’s permission CIS 145 - Using Microsoft Windows (2) alkene preparation and reactions, CHIN& 123 - Chinese III (5) Introduction to the use of Microsoft alkyne preparation and reactions. Humanities Windows operating system for home Prerequisite: CHEM& 163 with a 2.0 and office. Designed for those with or higher or concurrent enrollment in Reading, writing and speaking Chinese very limited computer experience. CHEM& 163. at a third quarter level. Prerequisite: CHIN& 122 with a grade of C or better None CHEM& 242 - Organic Chem II (4) or instructor’s permission CIS 146 - Introduction to Microsoft Natural Sciences CIS 104 - Windows Operating System Excel (3) A continuation of CHEM& 241. For stu- In Depth (5) Introduction to the use of Microsoft dents majoring in chemistry or biology, Advanced desktop operating sys- Excel spreadsheet software for home or pursuing graduate degrees in med- tem concepts including installation, and office. Provides an understanding icine or pharmacy. Radical reactions, customization, configuration, device of spreadsheet software and a spread- infrared and nuclear magnetic reso- drivers, trouble-shooting, memory sheet as a productive and useful tool. nance , mass spectrome- management, and network client Prerequisite: computer literacy and try, preparation and reactions of alco- configuration. Follows content from file management skills are strongly hols, ethers, and epoxides, conjugated Microsoft Certification current operat- recommended. systems and pericyclic reactions, ing system exam. Prerequisite: Com- CIS 147 - Introduction to Microsoft aromaticity and aromatic substitution fort and familiarity with the Internet, Access (3) reactions. Prerequisite: CHEM& 163 Microsoft Windows, basic word pro- Introduction to the use of microcom- with a 2.0 or higher. CHEM& 241 with a cessing, electronic communications 2.0 or higher. puter database software for home and and keyboarding skills, are strongly office. Provides an understanding of CHEM& 243 - Organic Chem III (3) recommended. database software in general and Mi- Natural Sciences CIS 105 - Introduction to Linux (5) crosoft Access in particular, as a pro- A continuation of CHEM& 242. For Introduction to the Linux operating ductive and useful tool. Prerequisite: students majoring in chemistry or system. Focuses on the command line computer literacy and file management biology, or pursuing graduate degrees interface, file and directory manage- skills are strongly recommended. in medicine or pharmacy. Preparation ment, Linux tools, shell scripts and CIS 148 - The Internet (2) and reactions of aldehydes, ketones, security. Prerequisite: Comfort and Overview of the Internet with hands-on carboxylic acids and their derivatives, familiarity with the Internet, Microsoft instruction of electronic mail, World and amines, alpha carbon chemistry, Windows, basic word processing, elec- Wide Web, Internet browsers, basic and synthetic polymers. Prerequisite: tronic communications and keyboard- and advanced searches, FTP and CHEM& 242 with a 2.0 or higher. ing skills, are strongly recommended. downloading, Internet communities CHEM& 251 - Organic Chem Lab I (2) CIS 114 - Mathematics for Computer and communication, Internet security Natural Sciences Specialists (5) and E-commerce. Learn about neti- Techniques of organic chemistry, in- Includes areas of mathematics related quette, safe surfing, and other cyber- cluding reactions, separations, synthe- to computer technology which may space issues. Designed for students ses, and spectroscopy. Prerequisite: include Boolean algebra, functions, with basic computer skills but limited non-decimal number systems, binary Internet experience. None

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CIS 150 - Project Management (5) Non-degree seeking students with a as presented in CIS 147 are strongly Introduction to project management solid understanding the Windows Serv- recommended. including behaviors of project manage- er operating system as applied in the CIS 242 - Database Programming-VBA ment teams, the structure of projects CompTIA Network+ Certificate, contact (5) instructor for permission and work breakdown, planning and Given project specifications, use Visual scheduling, PERT/CPM analysis, risk CIS 223 - Computer Networking III (5) Basic for applications to create custom management, current topics in project Continuation of CIS 222 and the cap- interfaces that allow users to view, management, and project manage- stone networking course. This course edit, insert, update and delete data. ment software. None provides the student with the opportu- Prerequisite: introductory program- CIS 180 - Introduction to Windows nity to integrate the broad spectrum ming experience in VBA as present- PowerShell (5) of what has been learned in previous ed in CIS 240 is essential. Students Windows PowerShell is a task-based networking courses into a final project. should be well versed in conditionals, command-line shell and scripting The capstone will include discussion loops, functions, procedures and language designed especially for about professional and ethical issues arrays. system administration. Students will related to Information Technology. New CIS 243 - Office Programming-VBA (5) and emerging network technologies learn cmdlets, syntax and how to Office Programming-VBA is a capstone will also be explored. Prerequisite: CIS create scripts and utilities to perform- course that explores ways to customize 222. Non-degree seeking students with ing common administration tasks or and improve procedures across the a solid understanding of the Windows management tools. Prerequisite: CIS office suite using various tools. Topics Server and Linux operating systems, 104 & CIS 105 Non-degree seeking include macros, application customi- active directory, routing and configura- students with proficiency in command zation and development, object linking tion, contact the instructor for permis- line operation in both the Windows & and embedding and cross-application sion. Linux environments, as well as a solid development. Prerequisite: introducto- understanding of customization and CIS 233 - Network Security (5) ry database programming experience configuration of a Windows and Linux Focuses on current topics in network- using VBA as presented in CIS 242 is operating system, contact instructor ing including network security, disaster essential. Students should be comfort- for permission recovery issues such as identifying, able with customizing Microsoft Access CIS 199 - Cooperative Education (1- quantifying, planning for and managing queries, forms and reports to respond 15) risks, fault tolerance, disaster plan- to runtime events. Supervised work experience in the ning, system backups, and hands-on CJ 104 - Professional Development in field. Prerequisite: Instructor permis- system recovery. Current events in net- Criminal Justice (2) working are explored. Prerequisite: CIS sion required. Explores a variety of career options 221. Non-degree seeking students with CIS 221 - Computer Networking I (5) and opportunities in the criminal jus- a solid understanding the Windows tice system. Reviews entrance require- Introduction to computer networks. Server operating system as applied ments and hiring standards used by Includes study of LAN and WAN con- in the CompTIA Network+ Certificate, criminal justice agencies, including po- nectivity methods, physical and logical contact instructor for permission network models, network operating lice, courts, and corrections. Demon- CIS 240 - Introduction to systems, methods for transmitting strates preparation for the application, Programming (5) information, networking standards and testing and selection process. Includes standards organizations, and network Elementary programming concepts instruction on industry standards: staff client configuration. Prerequisite: CIS are introduced using Visual Basic and line organization, responsibilities, 104 & CIS 105 Non-degree seeking for Applications. Topics include form demeanor and professional bearing students with proficiency in command objects, variables, sequence, decision associated with employment in law line operation in both the Windows & and iteration control structures, intrin- enforcement, and ethics, conduct, Linux environments, as well as a solid sic functions, data structures, testing and provision of quality public service. understanding of customization and and debugging, event, sub and func- None configuration of a Windows and Linux tion procedures. Prerequisite: solid CJ 107 - Defensive Tactics (4) understanding of the basic concepts of operating system, contact instructor Overview of the basic defenses and database design and exposure to SQL, for permission. counter measures against offensive as presented in CIS 241, are strongly CIS 222 - Computer Networking II (5) attacks and the various methods used recommended. Continuation of CIS 221. Focuses on with the aggressive or violent and CIS 241 - Database Design and SQL network directory services, the server those affected by drugs and alcohol. (5) software, deployment and mainte- Discusses use of force models, me- nance of computer networks, router Introduction to database management chanics of arrest, transport consid- configuration, security, access control, systems. Topics include database erations and reporting requirements. and resource management. Includes terminology, design objectives and pro- Covers higher-level force including continued study of current and emerg- cedures, normalization and relation- strikes, kicks, impact weapons and ing networking standards with em- ships, and Structured Query Language. chemical agents. Department Chair phasis on network operating system Prerequisite: working knowledge of, approval. configuration. Prerequisite: CIS 221. and experience with, Microsoft Access

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CJ 111 - Criminal Justice Procedures CJ 133 - Facilities Maintenance CJ 204 - Constitutional Law Issues in (3) Fundamentals (5) Law Enforcement (5) Social Sciences Introduction to facilities maintenance, Examines the Washington State and Introduction to the due process and including basic grounds maintenance, U.S. Constitutions as they relate to adversary system of justice in State facilities sanitation, solid waste dis- criminal justice procedures and prac- and Federal Systems. Covers the dif- posal procedures, and routine and tices. Overview of the myriad of federal ferences between the civil and criminal planned/scheduled park maintenance. and state court decisions governing process, the courtroom work group, Examines maintenance and upkeep law enforcement operations. Explores punishment, parole and probation, requirements of specialized ameni- the applicability of the requirements sentencing appeals and options, and ties, roads, signage, and waterfront of the Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Amend- juvenile procedures. None facilities. Considers budget process ments to the U.S. Constitution as they considerations, common procurement apply to the laws of arrest, probable CJ 113 - Criminal Justice Employment practices, and recycling. Focus is on cause, search and seizure, the search Strategies (2) risk management as well as techniques of the person, premises, motor vehi- Employment requirements of criminal leading to enjoyable showplace park cles and emergency searches; interro- justice organizations in hiring en- facilities for public use. None gations, lineups, and other investiga- try-level employees are covered using CJ 145 - Emergency Communications tive practices. Prerequisite: CJ& 101 comprehensive reading, research, Dispatcher (5) and CJ 111. discussion and role-play. None Introduction to emergency police CJ 208 - Rules of Evidence (3) CJ 114 - Policing in America (3) dispatcher/call taker. Includes radio Rules of evidence as they apply to Covers the history and three eras of terminology and verbiage, voice in- criminal justice, why we have them, policing; police procedures, practices flection, call-taking skills, and prob- how they work, their relevance. Under- and trends. Introduction to the history lem-solving in off-site situations. None standing of the hearsay rule, evidence of motor vehicle laws and the appli- CJ 148 - Emergency Response to presentation, burden of proof, witness cability to society. Exploration of the Terrorism (2) competency/impeachment, judicial various codes of RCW, Title 46, and notice and privileges. Prerequisite: CJ& Introduction to the basic concepts WAC 468-38, and elements comprising 101 and CJ 111, or department chair for first responder awareness at the each violation as written therein. Cov- approval. ers court preparation and applicability scene of a potential terrorist incident. CJ 213 - Domestic Violence/Sexual to juveniles. None Receive a National Fire Academy and Office for Domestic Preparedness Assault/Child Crimes (3) CJ 115 - Police/Community Relations certificate for course #AWR-102 upon Study of the dynamics of domestic (3) successful completion. None violence, sexual assault, and crimes Examination of community problems, CJ 163 - Spanish for Emergency against children. Examine investiga- programs and methods of coping with Services (3) tive techniques, and victim’s rights human behavior, conflict, and commu- and assistance. Considers the history Basic grammar, pronunciation and vo- nication styles. Recognition of diverse of victim attitudes and the influence cabulary of the Spanish language to be ethnicities and environments, cultural these crimes have on society, criminal used when dealing with Spanish-speak- issues, delinquency and gangs, and justice and the legal system. None neighborhoods in conflict. Overview of ing persons encountered in public CJ 215 - Investigation Principles (5) interactive models for use in develop- service occupations such as policing, ing healthy and respected police/com- fire/rescue and emergency medical Covers the accepted techniques and munity relationships and techniques services. Overview of Spanish-speaking methods of crime scene preservation, for problem solving. None cultures. None investigation, documentation, and the locating and collection of physical CJ 125 - Public Safety Employer/ CJ 170 - Criminal Justice Report evidence including the packaging and Employee Relations (2) Writing (3) submission of relevant evidence to the Study, analysis and practice in criminal Introduction to dynamics of employer/ forensic laboratory. Also covers the justice report writing. Emphasis on employee relations in the public safety principles behind chain of custody; terminology, spelling, and report con- workplace. Examines professional Locards exchange principle; methods tent. Examines use of reports in court standards of employee behavior, and techniques of crime scene pro- systems, and offers familiarization with working conditions, job descriptions, cessing; presumptive and conclusive various agency report forms. Prerequi- conditions of employment, essential tests, modern forensic capabilities; site: ENGL 99 or equivalent. functions, and minimum industry stan- compilation of physical and circum- dards. Explores relationships between CJ 199 - Cooperative Education stantial evidence for court. Explores employees, unions/guilds/benevolent Experience (1-15) photography, drug analysis, DNS orders, and administrative/supervi- Supervised work experience in the profiling, blood-splatter interpretation, sory personnel. Discusses collective criminal justice field. Includes a weekly shoeprints, firearms tool marks and bargaining agreements, compensation seminar. Instructor permission re- crime scene reconstruction. None packages, disciplinary processes, and quired. Prerequisite: Instructor permis- employee advisory services. Open to sion required. Criminal Justice majors. None

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CJ 218 - Highway Safety/Collision individual agency collegiate require- CJ 242 - Park Ranger Law Investigation (4) ments. Not applicable to ATA or AAUCT Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) Study of theories and basic techniques programs. Prerequisite: graduate from Module 2 (6) of collision investigation. Learn ter- accredited Law Enforcement Basic Discusses the history, mission, philos- minology, preparation of appropriate Academy ophy, goals and objectives of National documents and formulate speed from CJ 235 - Community Crisis Issues (3) Park Service/Washington State Parks skid, scuff and vehicle damage; how to Covers the applicable methods, law enforcement and protection. collect, identify, and preserve traffic preparation and considerations of Incorporates policies, procedures and collision data for courtroom prepara- crisis intervention for the patrol officer. protocols, Director’s Orders RM-9, tion. None Explores rural, suburban and urban Tactical Communications, interviewing CJ 219 - Principles of Emergency patrol options, field assessment, and interrogation techniques, conflict Planning and Management (4) knowledge of local resources and the management, managing abnormal behaviors, description and identifi- Covers the basic techniques of prepar- importance of following policy and cation, victim/witness awareness, ing/training/planning for, and respond- procedures in the patrol officers role. special needs groups, and use of force ing to, natural disasters, riots, trans- Examines typical responses and the principles and guidelines. Prerequisite: portation (airplane, train and boat) general options of problem-solving Extensive background and criminal crashes, mass casualty incidents and situations that face the police. Prereq- history check/drug analysis and Dept weather-related events. Topics include: uisite: Department chair approval. Chair/Committee Approval. the development of response plans CJ 236 - Police Reserve Academy I (7) CJ 243 - Park Ranger Law and training protocols; implementation Preparatory training for adequate per- Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) and operation of command centers; formance with a law enforcement agen- Module 3 (6) understanding the jurisdiction of, and cy as a reserve police officer. Credit relationship between, military and applied to individuals who have com- Introduction to legal principles, crim- civilian operations; and identifying the pleted the prescribed training program inal and Constitutional laws, arrest/ role and authority of federal, state and as specified by the Washington State search/seizure/rules of evidence, and local agencies. Prerequisite: Depart- legislature. Appropriate documenta- mechanics of arrest. Emphasizes civil ment Chair permission. tion required. Not applicable to ATA or and criminal liability, individual rights, CJ 220 - Physical Security and Crime AAUCT programs. Prerequisite: Pass and natural and cultural resources Prevention (2) background investigation; sponsorship law and protection. Focuses on court- room testimony and demeanor and Introduction to private security and its by law enforcement agency. case preparation. Prerequisite: Exten- role in society, evolution, goals and re- CJ 237 - Police Reserve Academy II sive background and criminal history sponsibilities. Overview of institutional (7) check/drug analysis and Dept Chair/ security. Student may perform tasks in Continuation of CJ 236. Preparatory Committee Approval. local security settings. None training for adequate performance with CJ 244 - Park Ranger Law CJ 224 - Contemporary Issues in a law enforcement agency as a reserve Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) Criminal Justice (3) police officer. Credit applied to individ- Module 4 (6) Discuss current trends and issues uals who have completed the pre- Introduction to skills-based defensive concerning all aspects of the criminal scribed training program as specified tactics, firearms, chemical agents, Tas- justice system. None by the Washington State legislature. Appropriate documentation required. er and emergency vehicle operations CJ 225 - Criminal Justice Internship Not applicable to ATA or AAUCT pro- course. Covers nomenclature, theories, (1-5) grams. Prerequisite: CJ 236. associated case law, techniques, and Interact with a criminal justice agen- practical skills application in the field. CJ 241 - Park Ranger Law cy. Apply academic knowledge while Prerequisite: Extensive background Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) becoming familiar with tasks and and criminal history check/drug Module 1 (6) responsibilities which enhance an analysis and Dept Chair/Committee agency’s effectiveness within the Introduction and orientation to the Approval. Park Ranger Academy. Covers deco- community. Documentation/research CJ 245 - Park Ranger Law rum, uniform, esprit de corps, profes- paper required. Some Departments Enforcement Academy (PRLEA) sional conduct and ethical behavior. may require uniform funding. May be Module 5 (6) repeated for credit. Prerequisite: In Includes NIMS Incident Command Study and application of patrol skills last two quarters of course work or Systems module self-study, and units and procedures, investigative tech- Department Chair permission. covering harassment, bias policing, leadership, human relations, and base- niques, criminalistics, crime scene CJ 229 - Basic Police Academy (1-36) line physical fitness assessment. Pre- management, and death investigation. Credit applied to individuals so re- requisite: Extensive background and Also covers bombs and explosives questing who have completed the criminal history check/drug analysis ordnance, gangs, domestic violence Basic Police Office Standards Training and Dept Chair/Committee Approval. response, juvenile handling and (training programs as prescribed by a procedures, environmental crimes State certified law enforcement train- awareness, Amber alert development ing facility. Appropriate documentation and response, physical security and required. 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sive background and criminal history common law defenses, terminology, CMPST 128 - Composites Windblade check/drug analysis and Dept Chair/ legislation and adjudication, and com- Construction and Repair (5) Committee Approval. mon law defenses to criminal charges Introduction to composite manufactur- CJ 265 - Parks Management (5) such as entrapment, self-defense and ing and repair of windblades with em- necessity. Includes elements of crimes Examines the myriad activities and phasis on thermoset prepreg technolo- as set forth in the Washington criminal issues that the contemporary park and gy. Hands on training in manufacturing codes (RCW, WAC and selected Federal recreation resource manager must and repair using VIP/Vacuum Bagging Codes). Prerequisite: CJ& 101 or de- face. Focuses on risk management with proper bleeder schedules, hot- partment chair approval. principles, budgeting considerations, bond repairs/heat blankets, and scheduling considerations, resources CJ& 112 - Criminology (5) damage inspection repair techniques. identification, and maintenance man- Examines crime, criminal behavior Includes preparation for American agement. Covers the duality of purpose patterns and the law. Explores crime, Composites Manufacturer’s Associa- - the balance between protection and its context, and especially its causes. tion (ACMA) wind blade construction conservation of resources, and the Designed to give students a theoreti- and repair certification exam. None demand for public use. None cal, as well as practical, knowledge of CMPST 129 - Introduction to CJ& 101 - Intro Criminal Justice (3) criminology. Familiarizes students with Nondestructive Testing (3) the sociology of law, causes of crime Social Sciences Introduction to nondestructive test- and the control of crime. Covers basics ing (NDT), nondestructive inspection Examines the history, philosophy, and in criminology theories, patterns and (NDI), and inspection in fiber rein- organization of criminal justice and behaviors. Learn socioeconomic and forced plastics using ultrasonic testing its European roots in our American sociocultural influences that have techniques. Includes basic principles society; explores the jurisdictions of affected crime over the years. CJ& 101. of acoustics, equipment, test tech- local, state and federal agencies and CMPST 121 - Composites niques, calibration, straight and angle their applications within the United Construction and Repair (3) beam procedures. Prepares students States; presents an overview of the for NDT/NDI testing for qualification juvenile justice, corrections, and Introduction to fiberglass reinforced and certification. None American court systems; discusses the plastics with emphasis on chemical multicultural and ethnic tendencies safety applicable to poly and vinyl CMPST 130 - Recycling Composites associated with criminal justice issues ester resins, solvents, and epoxies. (4) affecting the various criminal justice Hands-on training in use of molds, gel Overview of methods, ideas and con- professions. Prerequisite: Concurrent coats, release agents, resins, cosmetic cepts for reclamation. Focuses on the enrollment required in CSS 103. color matching and reinforcing materi- recycling of composite material and als in hand layup and structural repair. CJ& 105 - Intro to Corrections (3) highlights of waste stream reduction None and recycling. Includes the challenges Overview of evolution of corrections CMPST 123 - Composite Vacuum of composites recycling, methods of and the criminal justice system with Infusion/Light RTM Process (5) recycling composites and an opportu- discussion of penology. Explores nity to recycle composite parts or use punishment and sentencing in the Introduction to vacuum infused recycled composite materials to build U.S. and the alternatives with a study plastics. Training in infusion reinforce- new composite parts. None of various correctional systems and ments, core identification, infusion types of individuals passing through equipment usage, manifold systems CMPST 220 - Composite Tooling (5) them. Examines prisoner rights and both flow and feed, flow media, bag Theory and application of tooling for legalities and problems involved in building, peel ply installation, resin the composite industry using various managing a correctional facility, and building and infusion techniques em- forms of medium. In-depth study and covers aspects of probation and parole ploying reusable B side molds. Training hands-on work building both A and as they apply to the criminal justice in silicone bag building and their usage rigid B molds using both manual and system. Discusses societal issues and along with development of rigid B side computer aided development for plug the challenges of diversity within the molds and their usage in Light Resin construction. Prerequisite: CMPST correctional system. None Transfer Method. Prerequisite: CMPST 121, or concurrent enrollment, and 123 121 or instructor approval. CJ& 106 - Juvenile Justice (5) or instructor permission. CMPST 127 - Advanced Composites Juvenile deviance and theories of crim- CMST 100 - Speech & Performance Construction and Repair (5) inality are studied. Economic, social, Anxiety Management (1-2) and psychological impact of juvenile Introduction to advanced compos- Supports students/professionals who delinquency trends examined. CJ& 101 ite manufacturing with emphasis on experience moderate to severe anxiety or dept. chair permission. thermoset prepreg technology. Hands- in public and/or group presentation, on training in manufacturing with CJ& 110 - Criminal Law (3) performance, and/or academic situ- polyesters, vinylester and prepreg’s ations by introducing and practicing Introduction to the history of criminal using common types of advanced fiber anxiety management techniques. May law which provides a philosophical reinforcements. Includes preparation be taken prior to or concurrently with understanding of the process of crime for the American Composites Manu- communication studies, speech in- and punishment, understanding the facturer’s Association (ACMA) Vacuum tensive, or other academic courses or various mental states required for Infusion Process (VIP) certification professional speech activities. None criminal responsibility, statutory and exam. None

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CMST 105 - Multicultural cross-cultural interactions. Prerequi- sis on function, structure, content, and Communication: D (5) site: Appropriate placement or grade social and cultural effects. Prerequi- Humanities of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099. site: Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099. Explores cultural differences in com- CMST 211 - Interpersonal munication styles and thought through Communication II (1-3) CMST& 210 - Interpersonal the study of American ethnic, gender, A review of research and theory in the Communication: D (5) and other groups, and the practice of study of interpersonal communication. Uses theory and practice to develop effective intercultural communication Prerequisite: CMST 210 self-awareness, confidence, and skill strategies in various leadership roles CMST 295 - Communications Studies in communicating effectively, building and communication contexts. Prereq- Integrative Experience Seminar (2) healthy relationships with others, and uisite: Appropriate placement or grade managing conflict. Explores the impact An Integrative Experience emphasizing of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099. of self-concept, perception, language, an interdisciplinary approach to cur- emotions, and nonverbal behavior on CMST 122 - Voice Improvement (1-3) rent issues in communications studies, communication. Prerequisite: Grade Stresses voice theory and exercises including the societal context of com- of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 097, or AESL for improvement in articulation and munications studies and technology, 098, or appropriate test score. vocal quality with specialized tracks in and/or the ethical, political, and cultur- broadcast, stage, or (foreign) accent al aspects of communications studies. CMST& 220 - Public Speaking (5) work. Repeatable up to six credits. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 Humanities Classroom or private instruction. None with a grade of 2.0 or higher. Provides students with theory and CMST 125 - Professional CMST 299 - Learning Into Action (1- practice in preparing organized, Communication: D (3) 15) goal-specific speeches, presenting Stresses theory and practice of inter- Student develops and completes cur- them confidently before an audience, personal, group, and public speaking riculum-related independent project and analyzing components of the pub- skills for the workplace. Topics include which demonstrates skills and abili- lic speaking process. Meets AA-DTA problem-solving, leadership, speech ties and explores career options. May communications requirements. Highly preparation, and analysis of effective include, but is not limited to, service recommended for students planning language, nonverbal behavior, listen- learning, original research, and travel to major in education or business at ing, and conflict styles. None abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- transfer colleges and universities. Pre- requisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with CMST 141 - Oral Interpretation of quired. Students with 45 transferable a grade of 2.0 or higher. Literature (5) college credits are eligible to begin Learning into Action. None CMST& 230 - Small Group Humanities CMST 303 - Communication in Natural Communication: D (1-5) Stresses analysis of literature and its Resources (3) A survey class that explores the basic vocal and visual performance before principles and techniques of effective an audience. Explores relationships This course provides an overview of small group discussion. Emphasizes between literary text, author, perform- communication processes involved in the relationship of discussion to the er, and audience as well as delivery small group interactions and collabora- communication process, critical think- techniques. May focus on one or more tive decision making related to natural ing, problem solving, conflict manage- literary genres. Prerequisite: Appropri- resources and natural resource man- ment, leadership, group development, ate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher agement. It focuses on applications and role behaviors. Meets DTA com- in ENGL 099. of group dynamics, decision making, problem solving, and conflict resolu- munication requirement. Prerequisite: CMST 201 - Communication Theory tion. Prerequisite: Admission to BASEC Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 (5) or Department Chair permission. or higher in ENGL 099. Humanities CMST 413 - Leadership Development CS 101 - Computers, Technology and Survey of theories and concepts in in Natural Resources (2) Society (5) communication ranging from intrap- This course is designed to provide Social Sciences ersonal to interpersonal, small group, organizational management theory, An overview of essential computer and organizational, public, mass, and/or communication and team building digital technologies impacting society intercultural communication. Highly skills to strengthen leadership devel- today. Analysis of the history, politi- recommended for speech/communi- opment in the field of natural resource cal events, social impacts and ethical cation majors/minors. Prerequisite: management. Prerequisite: Admission issues surrounding computer technolo- Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of to BASEC or Department Chair permis- gy. Includes an introduction to comput- 2.0 or higher. sion. er concepts, wireless technologies, se- CMST 205 - Intercultural CMST& 102 - Intro to Mass Media (5) curity issues, and other current trends. Communication: D (5) Students will also work hands-on with Humanities Humanities the Internet, communication software, A survey of the media of mass com- A comparative study of cultural and typical applications available in a munications, including newspapers, perspectives, communication styles, modern Windows environment. Prereq- magazines, radio, TV, motion pictures, relationships, and customs. May uisite: Grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL and electronic media, with an empha- include analysis of and participation in

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097, or AESL 098, or appropriate test cepts such as encapsulation, inheri- al resources; explore the world of work; score. tance and polymorphism while imple- and develop a plan for action. None CS 142 - Java Programming I (5) menting data structures themselves, or CSS 110 - College Orientation and using components from the Standard The Java programming language is Success (4) Template Library. Prerequisite: A grade used for applying basic programming- Skills necessary to navigate SVC and to of C or better in CS 210 or Permission in-the-small abilities and concepts achieve success in college level cours- of Instructor including algorithms, problem solving es. Topics include time management, techniques, procedural programming CSS 100 - College Success Skills I note-taking, reading comprehension, (methods, parameters, return, values), (1-3) memory enhancement, test-taking basic control structures (sequence, if/ Learning skills necessary to achieve techniques, locating campus resourc- else, for loop, while loop), file process- success in college courses. Topics es, identifying interests and occupa- ing, arrays, and an introduction to include time management, note taking, tional choices, creating an academic defining objects. Intended for students reading comprehension, memory plan of classes, and planning for without prior programming experience, enhancement, test taking techniques, financing college costs. MEETS FQE re- but who are seriously considering ma- and locating resources. None quirement for degree seeking students joring in Computer Science or related CSS 101 - College Success Skills II (2) None field. Prerequisite: Math 99 and knowl- Review and expansion of skills learned CSS 120 - Computer Tutorial Seminar edge of computer basics such as web in College Success Skills I. Study of (2) browsing, email, installing software, critical thinking and its application to Introduction to the basic computer etc., or permission of instructor. reading, writing, verbal expression, and skills necessary for college success. CS 143 - Java Programming II (5) the media. None Topics include: Microsoft Windows This course is a continuation of CS CSS 102 - College Success Skills III: operating system, email, searching the 142. The successful student will be Future Tense (2) Internet, the online learning platform able to read and write Java code Blackboard, and MS Word. None An overview of information and skills containing recursion and abstract data helpful in successfully completing a CUL 101 - Sustainable Food System types (ADTs) such as stacks, queues, Bachelor’s degree; college selection, Practices (3) linked lists, binary trees, lists, sets applications, selecting a major, fi- Introduction to sustainability as it and maps. Students will utilize OOP nancing college tuition, understanding pertains to culinary arts and kitchen concepts such as encapsulation, inher- degree requirements and coping with management. Visit local growers and itance, interfaces and polymorphism change. None businesses that have applied sustain- while implementing data structures able practices. Includes discussions themselves, or using components from CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience (2) concerning current food issues such the Java Collections Framework. Pre- An orientation to college life and spe- as global hunger, genetically modified requisite: A grade of C or better in CS cific resources to succeed in attaining foods, and other food supply issues. 142 or Permission of Instructor educational goals. Topics include: None CS 210 - C++ Programming I (5) identifying interests and occupational choices, engaging in “college knowl- CUL 111 - Culinary Math (5) The C++ programming language is edge” and planning for financing col- Emphasis is on applied math for the used for applying basic programming- lege costs and a degree timeline. None culinarian. Meets the requirement for in-the-small abilities and concepts WMATH 100 for culinary students. including algorithms, problem solving CSS 104 - College Success Skills for Prerequisite: MATH 96. techniques, procedural programming Online Learning (1-3) (functions, parameters, return, values), Introduction to the basic skills nec- CUL 123 - Safety & Sanitation (3) basic control structures (sequence, if/ essary to successfully complete an Applied food service sanitation and else, for loop, while loop), file process- online/e-learning class. Intended for safety for the food service profession- ing, arrays, and an introduction to students new to online/e-learning al. This course provides students with defining objects. Intended for students classes. None understanding and practice of the prin- without prior programming experience, CSS 106 - Fast Track for Success (2) ciples of sanitation in order to maintain but who are seriously considering ma- a safe and healthy environment for the Designed for new students, this course joring in Computer Science or related consumer in the food service industry. will address the learning skills nec- field. Prerequisite: Math 99 and knowl- Laws and regulations related to current essary to achieve success in college. edge of computer basics such as web FDA food codes and adherence to Topics include: time management, browsing, email, installing software, them in the food service operation are note taking, memory enhancement, etc., or permission of instructor. addressed. The National ServSafe Cer- test-taking techniques, and locating tificate is part of this course. Prerequi- CS 211 - C++ Programming II (5) college and community resources. site: Concurrent enrollment required in This course is a continuation of CS Additionally, this course examines val- CSS 103. 210. The successful student will be ues, skills, interests, career paths, and able to read and write C++ code con- educational goals. None CUL 164 - Baking Theory (3) taining recursion and abstract data CSS 107 - Career Exploration (2) Theory and study of ingredients and types (ADTs) such as stacks, queues, techniques used in the professional Students will look at values, skills, in- linked lists, binary trees, lists, sets and bakery. None maps. Students will utilize OOP con- terests, and goals; identify occupation-

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CUL 165 - Baking Lab (10) practices. Prerequisite: CUL 170, 171, techniques. Prerequisite: Department Introduction to bakeshop principles 172, 173. chair permission. and operation, to include an orien- CUL 199 - Cooperative Education CUL 242 - Advanced Breads and tation to the bakeshop equipment, Experience (1-5) Pastry (10) safety, and sanitation. Course covers Supervised work experience in an ap- Advanced baking and pastry skills with the basic techniques of making cook- proved job. Includes a weekly seminar. an emphasis on developing industry ies, quick breads, pies, cream fillings, Prerequisite: Instructor permission speed, professionalism, and presenta- cakes, icings, yeast breads, classic required. tion techniques. Prerequisite: Depart- pastries and specialty desserts. None CUL 210 - Human Resources ment chair permission. CUL 170 - Introduction to Culinary Management and Supervision (3) CUL 264 - Advanced Breads & Pastry Arts (1) Managing human resources and under- Theory (3) Introduction and exploration of the standing the dynamics of leadership in Theory and study of items produced Hospitality and Baking industry to the hospitality and restaurant industry. in the bakeshop including breads, include career exploration and industry None Viennoiserie, pastries, creams, cakes, trends. Prerequisite: CUL 165. CUL 236 - Controlling Foodservice chocolate, confections and decorative CUL 171 - Cooking Fundamentals (3) Costs (3) work for the advanced baking and pas- try student. Prerequisite: CUL 164. Basic preparation of center plate Analysis of food purchasing, receiving items. Application of basic principles and production controls for food- CUL 284 - Restaurant Management (3) of cooking. Prerequisite: CUL 165. service professionals. Emphasis on Navigates the logical progression CUL 172 - Stocks, Sauces, and Soups applied math for the Culinary Arts. from dream to reality, from concept (3) Forecasting, budgeting and controlling to finding a market gap to managing Introduction and application of basic labor costs in various foodservice oper- and operating a restaurant. Provides a stocks, classical variety of soups, clas- ations. CUL 111. comprehensive picture of the restau- sical and modern sauces. Prerequisite: CUL 237 - Beer, Wine and Spirits (3) rant business. Prerequisite: CUL 184. CUL 165. Introduction to history and production CUL 297 - Baking and Pastry CUL 173 - The Cold Kitchen (3) of alcoholic beverages. Introduction to Capstone Project (1) Basic knife skills practice, preparation sensory analysis of wine and food and Comprehensive performance and of salads, dressings, dips and spreads. wine paring. None knowledge based assessment for Prerequisite: CUL 165. CUL 238 - Garde Manger (3) completion of the Baking and Pastry emphasis program. Includes creating a CUL 174 - Food Preparation Theory (3) Theory and practice of advanced project portfolio. Prerequisite: Depart- cooking principles using some exotic Theory of basic food preparation tech- ment chair permission. niques including cooking applications, and unusual international products in classical and modern preparations. Fo- CUL 298 - Culinary Capstone Project use of tools and equipment, kitchen (1) staples, stocks, sauces, soups and cuses on cuisine of the Americas, Asia, salads. Introduction to culinary history, the Mediterranean, and fusion cuisine, Comprehensive performance and professionalism, safety, sanitation and spa cuisine, avant-garde, charcuterie knowledge based assessment for food presentation. Prerequisite: CUL and cheese making. Prerequisite: De- completion of the Culinary program. 164. partment chair permission. Includes creating a project portfolio. Prerequisite: Department chair permis- CUL 184 - Restaurant Production CUL 239 - Chocolate, Sugar & Fondant sion. Theory (3) Cakes (3) Theory and practice in the use of choc- DEN 100 - Introduction to Dental Identification of Culinary product types Assisting (1) and their uses in the food service in- olate, sugar and fondant. Prerequisite: dustry, menu developing, recipe yields, Department chair permission. Orientation to college and program costing, and the principles of remark- CUL 240 - Bakery Sous Chef Lab (10) policies, procedures, standards, mate- rials and resources. Introduction to the able service. Prerequisite: CUL 174. Introduction to Restaurant/Bakery role of dental assisting within the field CUL 185 - American Regional Cuisines management(Station Assigned) to of dentistry and to the historical, legal, (10) include menu development, food cost- and ethical issues relating to dental ing, purchasing, receiving, supervisory Introduction to food production oper- assisting. None ations. Overview of the roles, respon- skills, marketing, sales, maintenance, sanitation scheduling, and food service DEN 105 - Head and Neck Anatomy sibilities and professionalism required (2) in various food service areas. Learn accounting. Prerequisite: Department techniques including the preparation of chair permission. Introduction to structure of head and breakfast, lunch and plated restaurant CUL 241 - International Cuisines (10) neck region. Emphasis on anatomical structures of the skeletal, muscular, items. Emphasis on the production Advanced culinary skill development nervous, cardiovascular, and digestive of industry quality cooking, work with with an emphasis on developing indus- systems as it pertains to the head and advanced saucing techniques, station try speed, professionalism, internation- neck. Includes an overview of microbi- sanitation and organization. Introduc- al cooking principles and presentation tion to customer relations including ology and disease. 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DEN 110 - Dental Foundations (5) al emphasis on rehearsal procedure, DRMA 153 - Theater Workshop (3) Provides the foundation necessary actor preparation, performance skills List with DRMA 151, 152, 153 using to enter into the programs dental and auditioning. Prerequisite: Grade of abstract from DRMA 151 None 2.0 or higher in DRMA 133 or 134. clinic. Learn the knowledge and skills DRMA 154 - Workshop for Actors (4) required to maintain a safe dental DRMA 136 - Acting Shakespeare (5) A rehearsal and performance class environment. Includes federal and Humanities open only to those students cast in a state regulations regarding chemical An introduction for the actor to the Theater Arts department production or use and infection control in the dental plays of William Shakespeare, including directing a student project. None office. Introduction to basic concepts historical perspectives, script analysis, of radiology. Learn how to evaluate DRMA 161 - Basic Stagecraft (5) verse forms, and acting traditions, need for X-rays including: exposing, Planning, drafting, construction and using the “”Playing Shakespeare”” processing and mounting intraoral rigging of scenery. Practical laboratory videotape series from the Royal Shake- radiographs utilizing the bitewing tech- experiences in scenery construction, speare Company. Prerequisite: Grade nique. Prerequisite: DEN 100 and 105 painting, handling and rigging of scen- of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 097, or AESL or concurrent enrollment. ery. One production crew assignment 098, or appropriate test score. DEN 112 - Chairside Assisting I (7) with one scheduled laboratory assign- DRMA 137 - Acting for the Camera (3) ment. None Provides the knowledge and skills An introduction to acting for the cam- needed to operate and maintain typical DRMA 162 - Stage Design Theory & era. Auditions, agents, direc- equipment found in a dental operatory. Practice (3) tors, resumes and unions will also be Learn the design, function, and main- This class covers the process of design discussed. None tenance of hand-pieces, dental instru- as it relates to the theater. Students ments and the dental unit water/vac- DRMA 138 - Auditioning Skills (4) will explore the use of basic design uum line. Also focuses on the theory A practical overview of the audition principles along with the practical and delivery of basic dental assisting process for the actor. Subjects to be aspects of the theater. None skills, such as dental ergonomics, prin- covered will include prepared mono- DRMA 163 - Introduction to Stage ciples of team positioning, instrument logues, cold readings, preparing an Lighting (1-4) transfer and oral evacuation. Prerequi- effective resume, and interviewing An introduction to the basic concepts site: DEN 110 and 114. techniques. None of stage lighting, including the oper- DEN 114 - Dental Sciences (4) DRMA 139 - Improvisation and Game ation of stage lighting, planning and Focuses on related biomedical scienc- Theater (3) rigging; theory of lighting design, color es that are the foundation of the dental A practical course in the techniques and basic electricity; implementation assistant curriculum. Includes basic of improvisation for the stage. Theater of light plots, lighting equipment, oral embryology and histology and sports, sketch comedy and game the- control systems, technical rehearsal/ tooth morphology with an introduction atre will be studied. Students should performance procedures and opera- to the concepts of oral pathology and have basic acting experience. None tions. None oral inspection. Also covers the disease DRMA 144 - Writing for Performance DRMA 164 - Costume Construction (3) process of HIV/AIDS and how it relates (3) to the field of dentistry. None This course focuses on the practical Screenplay and stage script format, aspects of costume construction to DRMA 133 - Acting: Voice Expression story construction and character include fabric selection, machine and (5) development will be studied. Student hand sewing, drafting and Humanities writing will be read and discussed in draping, fitting, and finishing. None A study of the fundamental theory and a supportive workshop setting. An ap- DRMA 166 - Introduction to Stage practice of realistic acting with a focus propriate class for both beginning and Costuming (3) advanced writers. None on the vocal instrument of the actor. An introduction to costuming for the Basic acting theory will be discussed DRMA 151 - Theater Workshop (1) stage including history, theory, design, and practiced. Prerequisite: None This is a practical workshop during and practical applications. None DRMA 134 - Acting: Physical which students will provide technical DRMA 168 - Introduction to Stage Expression (5) support for the play(s) being produced Management (3) by the Theater Arts department. Duties Humanities This course introduces the student to may include set construction, lighting, A study of realistic acting with a focus the basic principles of stage manage- costuming, house management, pub- on making the body expressive through ment, including a study of differences licity or assignment to a running crew. character creation, script analysis between educational, community, and Running crews will work from produc- and rehearsal technique. Prerequisite: professional productions. The course tion week through closing. None None includes the basic techniques used to DRMA 152 - Theater Workshop (2) DRMA 135 - Acting III (5) oversee rehearsals and performances, List with DRMA 151, 152 using abstract assembling a prompt book, supervi- Using scenes from modern dramatic from DRMA 151 None sion of stage craft staff and compli- literature (1850-present), this course ance with safety regulations. None will focus on polishing characterization and script analysis skills, with addition-

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DRMA 230 - Advanced Theatre include, but not limited to, service regarding teamwork and customer Seminar (1-5) learning, original research, and travel service with a diverse and multicultural A seminar to discuss special topics of abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- population. Prerequisite: DSL 103 and interest in the theatre arts. Prerequi- quired. Students with 45 transferable WMATH 100 or concurrent enrollment. site: Declared theatre arts major or college credits are eligible to begin DSL 199 - Diesel Cooperative permission of the instructor Learning into Action. None Education (1-15) DRMA 233 - Introduction to Directing DRMA& 101 - Intro to Theatre: D (5) Supervised work experience in the (3) Humanities field. Includes a weekly seminar. An introduction to directing for the An introduction to the art, craft, and Prerequisite: Instructor permission theater, including history, styles and history of the theater. The process of required. traditions, and practical techniques play production will be studied from DSL 201 - Diesel Applied Electrical (4) and theories of directing. None the points of view of the playwright, Focuses on practical applications DRMA 234 - Directing II: Scene Study actor, director, and designer. Prereq- of electrical circuits in heavy-duty (4) uisite: Grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL equipment. Emphasis on the operation 097, or AESL 098, or appropriate test A scene study class for advanced and testing of battery, starting and score. directors. Student directors will work charging systems, wiring, connectors, with student actors in rehearsing and DSL 101 - Diesel Electrical Theory (4) circuit protection devices, gauges and staging of scenes from different types Introduction to basic electrical con- warning systems, as well as wiring of dramatic literature. Prerequisite: cepts of voltage, amperage, and diagrams and symbols. Prerequisite: DRMA 233 or previous directing experi- resistance and their relationship to DSL 101. ence and written approval of instructor. each other in a circuit (Ohm’s Law) as DSL 202 - Diesel Engines I (8) DRMA 235 - Advanced Acting (5) applied primarily to heavy-duty equip- Introduction to the diesel engine and ment. Includes digital multi-meter A scene study class for the experi- its importance to the economy. Covers familiarization, working with simulation enced actor. Prerequisite: DRMA 135 shop safety, hand and power tools, boards, and building basic electrical or instructor permission. precision measuring tools, threaded circuits. Prerequisite: CSS 103 or con- fasteners, torque and tension. Basics DRMA 236 - Theater History I: current enrollment. of diesel engine operating theory and Ancient-Renaissance (5) DSL 102 - Diesel Drivetrains I (8) design, including all internal engine Humanities Introduction to the diesel industry mechanical components. Introduction An introduction and exploration of the with an emphasis on safety. Introduc- to preventative maintenance. Mathe- relationship between historical events tion to heavy-duty vehicle drivetrain matics as it relates to the diesel indus- and the theater arts from the ancient systems. Theory of bearings and seals. try will be incorporated. Shop proj- period to the Renaissance. Prerequi- Wheel bearing theory and adjustment. ects include removal, teardown, and site: Appropriate placement or grade Theory, diagnosis, and repair of vehi- inspection of a modern diesel engine. of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099. cle foundation brake and air system Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in DRMA 237 - Theater History II: components. Prerequisite: Concurrent DSL 101 or 201; CSS 103 or concur- Renaissance-1850 (5) enrollment in DSL 101 or 201; CSS 103 rently enrolled. DSL 203 - Diesel Engines II (13) Humanities or concurrently enrolled. DSL 103 - Diesel Drivetrains II (13) An introduction and exploration of the Continuation of DSL 202. Covers relationship between historical events Continuation of DSL 102. Theory and theory and servicing of engine support and the theater arts from the Renais- shop application of wheels and tires, systems, including cooling, lubrication, sance to 1850. Prerequisite: Appropri- front (non-drive) axles, steering, sus- and breathing systems. Introduction to ate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher pensions and alignments; adjustment diesel fuels and hydro-mechanical fuel in ENGL 099. of clutches, both push and pull type, systems, including pump-line-nozzle and manual and self-adjusting; basic and various unit injector systems, gov- DRMA 238 - Modern Theater History ernors and proper adjustments. Covers (5) hydraulic systems. Vehicle inspection and out-of-service criteria. Prerequi- failure analysis and troubleshooting Humanities site: DSL 102 and MATH 96 or concur- as applied to mechanical engines and An introduction and exploration of the rent enrollment. fuel systems. Use of engine dyno to demonstrate engine break-in and per- relationship between historical events DSL 104 - Diesel Drivetrains III (13) and the theater arts from 1850 to the formance characteristics. Shop work to present. Prerequisite: Appropriate Continuation of DSL 103. Theory and include reassembly of engine projects placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in repair of manual transmissions, drive started fall quarter, with the intent ENGL 099. axles, differentials, and drivelines. In- to run them. Prerequisite: DSL 202 troduction to automatic transmissions and MATH 96 or higher or concurrent DRMA 299 - Learning into Action (1- and their electronic control systems, enrollment. 15) and auto-shift manual transmissions. DSL 204 - Diesel Engines III (13) Student develops and completes cur- Theory and service diagnostics of ABS riculum-related independent project brakes. Theory and servicing of vehicle Continuation of DSL 203. Introduction which demonstrates skills and abili- air-conditioning systems. Preventative to vehicle computer systems. Empha- ties and explores career options. May maintenance summary. Develop skills sis on electronically controlled fuel

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systems on Caterpillar, Cummins, De- oceanic, solid Earth, biological and 130. Prerequisite: Must take ECED troit Diesel, and International-Navistar extraterrestrial controls on climate 108, 109 and 110 to equal EDUC& 130 engines. Covers tune-ups and diagnos- and examine climate forecast sce- ECED 140 - Issues and Trends in tics using PC based troubleshooting narios in the context of societal and Education (3) software. Preventative maintenance environmental impacts. Strategies Review and discussion of current summary. Prerequisite: DSL 203; for reducing emissions and reversing issues and special topics regarding WMATH 100 or concurrent enrollment. carbon dioxide buildup will be a focus. school, community, and home relation- Lab included. Prerequisite: Appropriate EASC 102 - Meteorology (5) ships affecting education. None placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in Natural Sciences ENGL 099. ECED 161 - Bridges Module I (1) A survey of atmospheric science, EASC 299 - Learning into Action (1- Focuses on the significance of child- emphasizing weather observation and 15) hood from birth to age three. Emphasis global viewpoint. Forecasting, weather on caring relationships and early learn- Student develops and completes cur- map interpretation, physics and chem- ing. Examines the range of typical and riculum-related independent project istry of the atmosphere, and optics. atypical development. Develop skills in which demonstrates skills and abili- The interaction between human activ- noticing and responding to infant/tod- ties and explores career options. May ity and the atmosphere is stressed. dler cues, partnerships with include, but is not limited to, service Lab included. Prerequisite: Appropriate parents, designing culturally relevant learning, original research, and travel placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in and inclusive environments, encour- abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- ENGL 099 and MATH 98. aging sensory motor exploration, and quired. Students with 45 transferable EASC 110 - Energy and Society (5) nurturing play and social and emotion- college credits are eligible to begin al development. ECED 161, 162, and Natural Sciences Learning into Action. None 163 combined are equivalent to ECED& An exploration of the scientific basis ECED 101 - Child Abuse and Neglect 132. Prerequisite: Must take ECED 161, for our conventional energy resources (2) 162 and 163 to equal ECED& 132 (fossil fuels, nuclear, hydro) and for re- Overview of the legal requirements, newable/sustainable energy resources ECED 162 - Bridges Module II (1) professional responsibilities and local (solar, wind, biomass etc.). Surveys the Focuses on the significance of child- laws and policies regarding child abuse political, social, economic and environ- hood from birth to age three. Emphasis and neglect. Reviews symptoms and mental context of how our culture uses on caring relationships and early learn- remediation/intervention/prevention energy and the barriers to large-scale ing. Examines the range of typical and techniques. None renewable energy implementation. Lab atypical development. Develop skills in included. Prerequisite: Appropriate ECED 108 - Bridges Module I (1) noticing and responding to infant/tod- placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in Teaching strategies and guidance dler cues, forming partnerships with ENGL 099. techniques for individual and groups parents, designing culturally relevant EASC 111 - Matter and Energy in of children to prevent behavior prob- and inclusive environments, encour- Earth Science (5) lems, assist in solving problems, and aging sensory motor exploration, and promote the development of effective nurturing play and social and emotion- Natural Sciences social skills. ECED 108, 109, and 110 al development. ECED 161, 162, and An inquiry-based survey of Earth combined are equivalent to EDUC& 163 combined are equivalent to ECED& sciences designed to promote a basic 130. Prerequisite: Must take ECED 132. Prerequisite: Must take ECED 161, understanding of the inter-relation- 108, 109 and 110 to equal EDUC& 162 and 163 to equal ECED& 132. ship of matter and energy, and their 130. ECED 163 - Bridges Module III (1) role in changes occurring in the solid ECED 109 - Bridges Module II (1) Earth, the oceans, the atmosphere, Focuses on the significance of child- and extraterrestrial systems. Field Teaching strategies and guidance hood from birth to age three. Emphasis trips (mostly during class time) may techniques for individual and groups on caring relationships and early learn- be required. Lab included. This course of children to prevent behavior prob- ing. Examines the range of typical and is part of a science sequence recom- lems, assist in solving problems, and atypical development. Develop skills in mended for students pursuing a career promote the development of effective noticing and responding to infant/tod- in elementary education, but is open to social skills. ECED 108, 109, and 110 dler cues, forming partnerships with all students. The suggested sequence combined are equivalent to ECED& 130 parents, designing culturally relevant is PHYS 111, BIOL 111, EASC 111. Prerequisite: Must take ECED 108, 109 and inclusive environments, encour- Prerequisite: Appropriate placement and 110 to equal EDUC& 130. aging sensory motor exploration, and or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099 ECED 110 - Bridges Module III (1) nurturing play and social and emotion- al development. ECED 161, 162, and and MATH 98. PHYS 111 recommend- Teaching strategies and guidance 163 combined are equivalent to ECED& ed. techniques for individual and groups 132. Prerequisite: Must take ECED 161, EASC 120 - Climate Change & Climate of children to prevent behavior prob- 162 and 163 to equal ECED& 132. Solutions (5) lems, assist in solving problems, and ECED 199 - Cooperative Education Natural Sciences promote the development of effective social skills. ECED 108, 1079, and 110 (1-15) An exploration of the Earths changing combined are equivalent to ECED& Supervised work experience in the global climate system and of solu- field. Includes a weekly seminar. tions. We will review the atmospheric,

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Prerequisite: Instructor permission ing program for center or home based ECED& 105 - Introduction to Early required. settings. May be taken in conjunction Childhood Education (5) ECED 201 - Art, Music, and Movement with one of the other CDA courses. Social Sciences Prerequisite: ECED 203 or 204 or 205 for Children (4) Explore the foundations of early or instructor permission. Practical ways to plan, select and pre- childhood education. Examine theories pare art, music and movement expe- ECED 211 - Diversity in Education: D defining the field, issues and trends, riences for young children (birth to 8 (3) best practices, and program models. years). Prerequisite: EDUC& 115. Overview of diversity in education in- Observe children, professionals, and ECED 202 - Math and Science cluding culture, ethnicity, family struc- programs in action. None Learning for Children (4) ture, socio-economics and educational ECED& 107 - Health, Safety, and philosophy. None Focuses on math and science learning Nutrition (5) for children birth to 8 years. Explores ECED 223 - Practicum & Seminar Introduction to implementation of equi- the process of planning, selecting and (1-4) table health, safety and nutrition stan- preparing materials and experienc- Practical application of education dards for the growing child in group es for young children. Prerequisite: coursework in the Birth-3rd Grade care. Focus on federal Child Care Block EDUC& 115 and/or department chair classroom setting. Attend a weekly Grant funding (CCDF) requirements, approval. seminar and work with children in a WA state licensing and Head Start ECED 203 - Essentials of Child public or private school setting under Performance standards. Develop skills Development Associate Credential the direct supervision of a Bachelor’s necessary to keep children healthy & (CDA): Health & Safety (3) level staff member or teacher. Expe- safe, report abuse & neglect, and con- riences will include supporting and nect families to community resources. The first of three courses in prepara- assisting in instructional and other None tion for the Child Development Associ- services to children, youth and their ates Credential (CDA). Examines how ECED& 120 - Nurturing Relationships families. Prerequisite: Department to establish and maintain a safe and (2) chair approval. healthy learning environment for young In an early learning setting, engage children. None ECED 241 - Bridges Module I (1) in establishing nurturing, supportive ECED 204 - Essentials of Child Administration and management of relationships with all children and Development Associate Credential early childhood education and child professional peers. Focus on childrens (CDA): Child Development (3) care programs in both the public and health & safety, promoting growth & private sector. ECED 241, 242, and 243 development, and creating a culturally Continuation of ECED 203. Examines combined are equivalent to ECED& responsive environment. Prerequisite: positive ways to support children’s 139. Prerequisite: Must take ECED 241, department chair permission. social and emotional development and 242, and 243 to equal ECED& 139. intellectual competence. Topics include ECED& 132 - Infant/Toddler Care (3) communication, creativity, self-esteem, ECED 242 - Bridges Module II (1) Examine the unique developmental social and cognitive development. Administration and management of needs of infants and toddlers. Study Explores typical and atypical devel- early childhood education and child the role of the caregiver, relationships opment patterns for young children. care programs in both the public and with families, developmentally appro- Prerequisite: ECED 203 or instructor private sector. ECED 241, 242, and 243 priate practices, nurturing environ- permission. combined are equivalent to ECED& ments for infants and toddlers, and ECED 205 - Essentials of CDA: 139. Prerequisite: Must take ECED 241, culturally relevant care. None Working with Families, Program 242, and 243 to equal ECED& 139. ECED& 134 - Family Childcare Management and Ethics. (3) ECED 243 - Bridges Module III (1) Management (3) Continuation of ECED 203 and 204. Ex- Administration and management of Learn how to manage a family child- amines working with families, program early childhood education and child care program. Topics include: licensing management and professionalism. care programs in both the public and requirements, record-keeping, relation- Prerequisite: ECED 203 and 204 or private sector. ECED 241, 242, and 243 ship building, communication strate- instructor permission. combined are equivalent to ECED& gies, guiding behavior, and promoting ECED 206 - Essentials of the Child 139. Prerequisite: Must take ECED growth and development. None Development Associates Credential 241, 242, and 243 combined to equal ECED& 138 - Home Visiting and (CDA): Resource File (3) ECED& 139. Family Engagement (3) Child Development Associates (CDA) ECED& 100 - Child Care Basics (3) Plan and provide home visits and resource file documentation of the Designed to meet licensing require- group activities. Promote secure required skills and knowledge to be- ments for early learning lead teachers parent-child relationships. Support come a professional teacher of young and family home child care providers, families to provide high-quality early children. Students who have completed STARS 30 hour basics course recog- learning opportunities embedded in ev- the educational requirements for the nized in the MERIT system. Topics: eryday routines and experiences. None CDA will be provided with information child growth/development, cultural to help them apply, understand, define, competency, community resources, and clarify the requirements estab- guidance, health/safety/nutrition and lished by the CDA National Credential- professional practices. None

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ECED& 139 - Administration of Early Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 business programs. Prerequisite: Com- Childhood Ed (3) or higher in ENGL 099. pleted ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 Develop administrative skills required ECON 299 - Learning Into Action (1- or higher. MATH placement into MATH to develop, operate, manage and 15) 99 or 2.0 or higher in MATH 98. improve early childhood education and Provides business students with the EDUC 211 - Diversity in Education: D care programs. Acquire basic business opportunity to design and perform a (3) management skills. Explore resources curriculum related, independent proj- Overview of diversity in education in- and supports for meeting Washington ect which develops business skills and cluding culture, ethnicity, family struc- State licensing and professional NAEYC explores career options. An LIA project ture, socio-economics and educational standards. None may take a variety of forms such as an philosophy. None ECED& 160 - Curriculum Development internship with a local business, travel EDUC 223 - Practicum and Seminar (5) abroad, original research or other (1-5) projects as approved by the LIA coordi- Investigate learning theory, program Practical application of education nator. Faculty sponsorship is required. planning, tools and methods for curric- coursework in the K-3 classroom set- Students with 45 transferable college ulum development promoting lan- ting. Attend a weekly seminar and work credits are eligible to participate in an guage, fine/gross motor, social-emo- with children in a public or private LIA. None tional, cognitive and creative skills and school setting under the direct supervi- growth in children birth through age 8 ECON 310 - Economics for Managers sion of a certified/licensed staff mem- utilizing developmentally appropriate (5) ber or teacher. Experiences will include and culturally responsive practice. Provides foundational micro- and supporting and assisting in instruc- Prerequisite: ECED& 105 and EDUC& macroeconomic understanding related tional and other services to children, 115 or instructor permission. to the management of domestic and youth and their families. Prerequisite: ECED& 170 - Learning Environments international firms. Topics include Department chair permission. (3) economic systems, the influence of EDUC 246 - Working with Bilingual Focuses on the adults role in design- governments on the economy, market Children (3) structures and competition, resource ing, evaluating, and improving indoor Focuses on effectively meeting the allocation, production, pricing, con- and outdoor environments that ensure learning needs of children whose first sumer choice, and externalities. quality learning, nurturing experiences, language is not English. Explores ways Emphasizes the relationship between and optimize the development of young to collaborate with family and other economics and politics. Admission to children. None professionals to meet the needs of BASAM program and BASAM Director ECED& 180 - Language and Literacy bilingual learners. None permission. Development (3) EDUC 260 - Instructional Technology ECON& 201 - Micro Economics (5) Teaching strategies for language ac- (3) Social Sciences quisition and literacy skill development Interactive hands-on approach to learn- are examined at each developmental A comprehensive introduction to the ing and evaluating different software stage (birth-age 8) through the four in- functions of the market system in- programs for use in educational tech- terrelated areas of speaking, listening, cluding allocation of scarce resources, nology and its application in today’s writing, and reading. None production of goods and services, classroom. Emphasis on turning basic ECED& 190 - Observation and determination of prices, output and technology skills into effective and Assessment (3) profit maximization in competitive and enhanced instructional skills. None monopolistic markets. Required for Collect and record observation of and EDUC 299 - Learning into Action (1- business majors planning to transfer assessment data in order to plan for 15) to 4 year business programs. Prereq- and support the child, the family, the uisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a Student develops and completes cur- group and the community. Practice grade of 2.0 or higher. MATH place- riculum-related independent project reflection techniques, summarizing ment into MATH 99 or 2.0 or higher in which demonstrates skills and abili- conclusions and communicating MATH 98 or 2.0 or higher in MANF 127. ties and explores career options. May findings. Prerequisite: EDUC& 115 or include, but is not limited to, service ECON& 202 - Macro Economics (5) department chair permission. learning, original research, and travel ECON 101 - Introduction to Economics Social Sciences abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- (5) A comprehensive introduction to the quired. Students with 45 transferable Social Sciences structure of the American econo- college credits are eligible to begin my as compared to other economic Learning into Action. None Introduction to basic principles of structures, supply and demand, GDP, macro and micro economics for the EDUC& 115 - Child Development (5) inflation, monetary policy, money and non-major. Areas covered include Social Sciences banking, taxation, economic growth, supply and demand, the determination international exchange and compar- Build foundation for explaining how of equilibrium prices and quantities, isons of classical, Keynesian and children develop in all domains, con- types of production costs, economic monetarist economic philosophies ception through early adolescence. Ex- growth, unemployment, fiscal policy are presented. Required for business plore various developmental theories, and monetary policy. Prerequisite: majors planning to transfer to 4-year methods for documenting growth, and

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impact of brain development. Topics the development of children with spe- learn about the United States higher addressed: stress, trauma, culture, cial needs. Prerequisite: Concurrent education system and identify college race, gender identity, socioeconomic enrollment required in CSS 103. resources and support services, culmi- status, family status, language, and ELA 010 - ELA Orientation (1-8) nating in designing a life and educa- health issues. Prerequisite: None tion plan that reflects their college, Orientation for English language career, and personal goals. Students EDUC& 122 - Child Development II (5) learners to the Adult ELA program will receive study skills instruction Social Sciences and college resources and services. contextualized to co-enrolled classes. Through educational interviewing and Survey of the development of children Co-enrollment in ELA 015 or ELA 052 CASAS assessment students are sup- from middle childhood through ado- On Ramp lescence. Includes social, emotional, ported in identifying educational and ELA 020 - English for Special physical, motor, intellectual, moral career goals and in appropriate course Purposes (1-10) and language characteristics. History, registration. None philosophy and theories of develop- ELA 011 - ELA Level 1 (Beginning ELA Special topics support English speak- ment applied to current educational Literacy) (1-20) ing, listening, reading and writing skills for persons with limited English lan- settings. Prerequisite: EDUC& 115 or ELA Level 1 (Beginning ELA Literacy) guage skills. Topics may include areas department chair permission. Students improve English listening, of academic interest, career explora- EDUC& 130 - Guiding Behavior (3) speaking, reading, writing and compre- tion, or civics. None Examine the principles and theories hension with a goal to develop college ELA 021 - ELA General Instruction I promoting social competence in young and career readiness skills. None (1-16) children and creating safe learning ELA 012 - ELA Level 2 (Beginning environments. Develop skills promoting ELA) (1-20) The first course in a three course series for improving English Language effective interactions, providing posi- ELA Level 2 (Beginning ELA) Students skills in listening, speaking, reading, tive individual guidance, and enhancing improve English listening, speaking, writing, and math. Coursework may group experiences. None reading, and writing and comprehen- be contextualized in social science, EDUC& 136 - School Age Care (3) sion with a goal to develop college and science, or humanities topics. None Develop skills to provide developmen- career readiness skills. ELA 011 or ELA 022 - ELA General Instruction II tally appropriate and culturally relevant appropriate placement. (1-16) activities/care for children ages 5-12 ELA 013 - ELA Level 3 (Low in a variety of settings. Topics include: Intermediate ELA) (1-20) Second in a series of three courses to improve English skills in listening, implementation of curriculum, prepa- ESL Level 3 (Low Intermediate ESL) speaking, reading, writing, and math ration of environments, building rela- Students improve English listening, toward transition into high school tionships, guiding cognitive and social speaking, reading, and writing and equivalency, IBEST, and/or college emotional development, and communi- comprehension with a goal to develop coursework. Course work may be con- ty outreach. None college and career readiness skills. textualized in social science, science, EDUC& 150 - Child, Family, and ELA 012 or appropriate placement or humanities topics. None Community (3) ELA 014 - ELA Level 4 (High ELA 023 - ELA General Instruction III Integrate the family and community Intermediate ESL) (1-15) (1-16) contexts in which a child develops. ELA Level 4 (High Intermediate ESL). The third in a series of three courses Explore cultures and demographics of Students improve English listening, to improve English skills in listening, families in society, community resourc- speaking, reading, and writing and speaking, reading, writing and math to es, strategies for involving families in comprehension with a goal to develop prepare for transition to high school the education of their child, and tools college and career readiness skills. completion, I-BEST, college programs for effective communication. None Completion of ELA 013 or appropriate or employment. Coursework may be EDUC& 202 - Intro to Education (5) placement. contextualized in social science, sci- Social Sciences ELA 015 - ELA Level 5 (Low Advanced ence, or humanities topics. None ESL) (1-15) Introduction to the history, philosophy, ELA 024 - ELA Computer Basics (1-5) principles, learning theories, issues, ELA Level 5 (Low Advanced ELA). Stu- Introduction to basic computer skills and trends of education. Includes ob- dents improve English listening, speak- for ELA students who are novice servations of educational models and ing, reading, and writing and compre- computer users. Through a hands-on exploration of career paths. Prereq- hension with a goal to develop college approach, understand common com- uisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a and career readiness skills. Prepares puter terms, develop navigation skills grade of 2.0 or higher. students for transition to On Ramp. with the keyboard and mouse, man- Completion of ELA 014 or appropriate EDUC& 203 - Exceptional Child (3) age electronic files, send and receive placement. Introduction to the categories of spe- e-mail, locate information on the World cial needs and the rules and regula- ELA 018 - ELA College Transition (3) Wide Web, and explore e-learning tions concerning special education and In this course, students will be intro- tools. English language skills (reading, related services. Overview of the issues duced to college and career pathways. writing, listening, and speaking) will be and techniques, current trends, and Students will acquire contextualized taught in the context of using a person- classroom approaches for maximizing English language skills. Students will al computer. None

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ELA 025 - ELA DIGITAL LITERACY ELA 067 - Grammar/Composition I (5) ENGL 103 - Advanced Composition (5) (1-5) ELA students with clearly defined aca- The advanced study of and practice This course covers skills and knowl- demic goals who are preparing for aca- in writing within academic contexts. edge needed to effectively use tech- demic and university transfer studies. Includes the planning, researching, nology for college and career success. The course focuses on sentence struc- writing, and revising of academic es- None ture and the composing process at the says and the integration of appropriate ELA 052 - ELA On Ramp (1-10) advanced ESL level, and includes the scholarly sources. Prerequisite: Grade study of basic research, analysis, and of 2.0 or higher in ENGL& 101. Examine habits, attitudes, and thought critical thinking techniques. Prerequi- processes that lead to academic and ENGL 115 - Introduction to Film: D (5) site: CASAS testing and permission of professional success. Improve academ- Humanities ELA and AESL department chairs. ic confidence through building critical A survey of the history of film and the ELA 068 - Grammar/Composition II thinking as well as English writing, development of cinematic technique. (5) reading, listening and speaking skills. Course includes written and oral anal- Prerequisite: ELA 015 or appropriate A course for ELA students with clearly ysis of selected works. Prerequisite: placement. defined academic goals, with an em- Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of ELA 061 - Beginning Academic ESL - phasis on advanced ELA composition 2.0 or higher. skills. Designed to teach students to Reading & Writing (9) ENGL 120 - Introduction to Children’s write, analyze, and revise sentences ELA students with clearly defined Literature (5) and to develop coherent essays. The academic goals will begin the intensive course replaces the ENGL 097 require- Humanities study of academic English, expand ment for ELA students. Prerequisite: An exploration of literature written for academic skills, and develop habits CASAS testing and permission of ELA children including fairytales, picture of successful learners. Prerequisite: and AESL department chairs. books, myths, poetry and fiction for CASAS testing and permission of ELA preschool and school age children and AESL department chairs. ENGL 092 - Basic Writing Foundation (1-10) and adolescents. Readings will include ELA 062 - Beginning Academic ESL - works from cultures from throughout Introduction to expressing ideas on pa- Speaking & Listening (9) the world. None per and understanding basic grammar. ELA students with clearly defined (Variable credit, 1-10) None ENGL 170 - Professional and academic goals will begin the intensive Technical Communication (3) study of academic English, expand ENGL 095 - Vocabulary Development English 170 is the study of fundamen- academic skills, and develop habits (2) tal composition skills and writing strat- of successful learners. Prerequisite: Basic vocabulary building techniques. egies commonly used in employment CASAS testing and permission of ELA ENGL 096 - Special Topics in English situations. By the end of the quarter, and AESL department chairs. (1-10) students will have written and revised ELA 063 - Intermediate Academic ESL Individualized study in foundational as- a number of writing assignments, - Reading & Writing (9) pects of English. Course content to be including but not limited to memoran- ELA students with clearly defined aca- designed in conference with instructor. da, letters of inquiry and response, demic goals will continue to refine aca- (Variable credit, 1-10) None summaries, technical descriptions, demic English though the performance ENGL 097 - Improving Grammar I (5) instructions, and business proposals. of routine tasks as well as the exten- Prerequisite: Appropriate test score or Designed to teach students to write, sion and application of their academic grade of C or better in ENGL 99. analyze, and revise their own sentenc- skills. Prerequisite: CASAS testing and es and to begin to develop coherent ENGL 202 - Introduction to Literature: permission of ELA and AESL depart- paragraphs. Prerequisite: Appropriate D (5) ment chairs. test score. Humanities ELA 064 - ELA Grammar I (2) ENGL 098 - Integrated Reading and Course focuses on the process of This course covers topics in English Writing (10) reading, analyzing, and writing critical grammar. Completion of ELA 013 or Students will develop reading and responses to a variety of literary texts appropriate CASAS score or Instructor writing skills needed for success in col- from at least three different genreswith permission. lege level courses through integrated emphasis on cultural context. Prereq- ELA 065 - ELA Grammar II (2) assignments and intensive practice. uisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. This course explores topics in English ENGL 099 - Basic Composition (5) grammar. Completion of ELA 013 or ENGL 239 - Introduction to U.S. Latino The study of fundamentals of gram- appropriate CASAS score or Instructor Literature: D (5) mar, syntax, and composition lead- permission. ing to the construction of effective Humanities ELA 066 - Grammar III (2) sentences, paragraphs, and essays. This course focuses on the reading, This course explores topics in English Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or higher in analyzing, and writing critical respons- grammar. Successful completion of ENGL 97, or AESL 98, or appropriate es to literary works by U.S. Latinos, ELA 013 or appropriate CASAS score. test score and concurrent enrollment with an emphasis on writers of Mexican or completion of CSS 103 descent. Particular attention will be paid to the roles that history and cul-

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ture play in the formation of works of review is a strong component. The works by professional authors, com- fiction, poetry, non-fiction and drama. course includes a significant research pose original works, and participate in Knowledge of Spanish is not required. component. Prerequisite: Admission to peer workshops. Prerequisite: Com- Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 BASEC or Department Chair permis- pleted ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. sion. or higher. ENGL 250 - Introduction to American ENGL& 101 - English Composition I ENGL& 254 - World Literature I (5) Literature: D (5) (5) Humanities Humanities The study of fundamental writing skills A study of literary tradition and tech- This course introduces analysis and and varied writing strategies leading to niques outside of America, including interpretation of a diverse selection the planning, organizing, writing, and literature in translation. May be orga- of works of American literature from revising of academic essays. Prerequi- nized around specific genres, themes, several major movements and time pe- site: Appropriate placement or grade regions or time periods. Includes riods, with an emphasis on interpreting of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 99. written and oral analysis of different the works in cultural context. Prereq- ENGL& 102 - Composition II (5) genres, including fiction, nonfiction, uisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a The planning, researching, and writing drama, and poetry. Prerequisite: Com- grade of 2.0 or higher. of a substantial academic paper based pleted ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 ENGL 261 - Integrative Seminar (1) on a clearly stated thesis and using a or higher. Students explore the ways in which the variety of scholarly sources. Prerequi- ENGR 100 - Engineering Orientation culture of a particular time and place site: ENGL& 101 with grade of 2.0 or (2) influences and is influenced by the higher. Introduction to the engineering dis- literature of that time and place. None ENGL& 112 - Intro to Fiction: D (5) ciplines and career paths. Specific ENGL 283 - British Literature 19th Humanities topics include plans of study for an en- gineering major, academic study strat- and 20th Centuries: D (5) The study of the formal strategies of egies for engineering courses, degree Humanities novels and shorter fictional works. and transfer options, and engineering Course includes written and oral anal- Course introduces analysis and inter- ethics. None pretation of 19th and 20th century ysis of selected works. Prerequisite: ENGR 199 - Cooperative Education British literature in cultural context. Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of Experience (1-15) Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 2.0 or higher. with a grade of 2.0 or higher. ENGL& 113 - Intro to Poetry: D (5) Work experience related to career in- terests in the field. Instructor permis- ENGL 295 - English Integrative Humanities sion required. None Experience Seminar (2) The study of the formal strategies of ENGR 299 - Learning into Action (1- An Integrative Experience emphasiz- poetry. Course includes written and 15) ing an interdisciplinary approach to oral analysis of selected works. Prereq- current issues in English, including the uisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a Student develops and completes cur- societal context of English and technol- grade of 2.0 or higher. riculum-related independent project which demonstrates skills and abili- ogy, and/or the ethical, political, and ENGL& 220 - Intro to Shakespeare (5) cultural aspects of English. None ties and explores career options. May Humanities include, but is not limited to, service ENGL 299 - Learning into Action (1- An introductory survey course that learning, original research, and travel 15) explores the plays of William Shake- abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- Student develops and completes cur- speare from literary and historical quired. Students with 45 transferable riculum-related independent project perspectives. Prerequisite: Complet- college credits are eligible to begin which demonstrates skills and abili- ed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or Learning into Action. None ties and explores career options. May higher. ENGR& 104 - Introduction to include, but is not limited to, service ENGL& 235 - Technical Writing (5) Engineering and Design (5) learning, original research, and travel abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- Introduction to and practice in plan- Introduction to the engineering profes- quired. Students with 45 transferable ning, researching, and writing clear sion and the elements of engineering college credits are eligible to begin and concise technical reports of at design and communication through a Learning into Action. None least 1,250 words, progress reports, project-based approach which stresses proposals, letters of applications and the design process, creative and ana- ENGL 324 - Advanced Writing in transmittal, and resumes. Prerequisite: lytic thinking, and teamwork. Prerequi- Science (5) Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of site: MATH 97 and ENGL 97 Focuses on the skills necessary to 2.0 or higher. ENGR& 114 - Engineering Graphics write in the natural sciences. Problems ENGL& 236 - Creative Writing I (5) (5) common to all technical writing will be discussed. Develop effective ways to Humanities Methods of depicting three-dimension- describe equipment, processes and Helps to develop skills in writing al objects and communicating design procedures; to classify, analyze, and fiction, creative nonfiction, or poetry information. Emphasis is on using present information; explain principles, (emphasis to be determined by instruc- parametric solid modeling software as laws, and concepts. Intensive peer tor). Students will read and discuss a design tool and freehand sketching

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to develop visualization skills. Prerequi- interactions. Field trips are an integral seminar. Prerequisite: Instructor per- site: MATH 97 with a C grade or better. part of this course. None mission required. ENGR& 214 - Statics (5) ENVAG 103 - Horticulture Plant ENVAG 221 - Greenhouse-Nursery The fundamentals of Newtonian Science (4) Operations (5) equilibrium mechanics using vector The structure, function, classification, Introduction to greenhouse man- notation. Equilibrium of particles and and ecology of vascular plants are agement and production. Hands-on rigid bodes, structural analysis, inter- explored in this introductory botany approach to exploring greenhouse/ nal forces, friction, center of gravity course, with an emphasis on cultivated nursery operations and basic plant and centroids, and moments of inertia. and native plants of the Pacific North- production requirements. Includes a Prerequisite: MATH& 151 and PHYS& west. None study of greenhouse structures and 241 (may be concurrent). ENVAG 104 - Careers Seminar in the management of the greenhouse en- ENGR& 215 - Dynamics (5) Sustainable Agriculture (1) vironment including greenhouse light and lighting, air movement/ventilation Kinematics of particles, systems of A series of presentations and panel and temperature control along with particles, and rigid bodies; moving discussions with professionals explores irrigation, fertilizers, pest and disease reference frames; kinetics of particles, sustainable agriculture career options, management and other production systems of particles, and rigid bodies; work profiles, and the knowledge issues to create an optimum grow- equilibrium, energy, linear momentum, and skills required to be successful. ing environment for the production angular momentum, Euler equations, Students identify career interests and of ornamental and vegetable plants. and special problems (e.g., central resources and develop education and Environmental factors affecting plant force motion, vibration). Prerequisite: career goals. None growth, manipulating the greenhouse ENGR& 214 ENVAG 106 - Soil Science and environment, soil and water testing, ENGR& 224 - Thermodynamics (5) Conservation (5) and nursery operations including pro- Introduction to the basic principles Study of soils as living ecosystems, duction planning and determining cost of thermodynamics, from a predom- including their physical, chemical, and and profit are emphasized. Laboratory inately macroscopic point of view. biological properties. Nutrient cycling, and field trips to commercial opera- Development of the basic laws of fertility management, soil building, tions will be included. None thermodynamics, together with their and site diagnosis and classification ENVAG 224 - Orchard Crop Production illustration by application to energy are also examined. Field trips are an (5) transformations and state changes in integral part of this course. None Tree fruit and nut, berry, vine, and un- engineering problems. Individual and ENVAG 122 - Plant Propagation (5) common fruit production for orchards, group design projects. History of and Propagation of plants from vegetative focusing on cultivar selection, cultural contributions by various cultures to and reproductive tissues and organs. requirements, propagation methods, thermodynamics. Prerequisite: MATH& Plant propagation techniques are used management techniques, harvesting 152 and PHYS& 242 (may be taken to multiply selected plants and pre- practices, and biodiverse orchard de- concurrently). serve their essential genetic character- sign. Field trips are an integral part of ENGR& 225 - Mechanics of Materials istics and is essential to the success this course. None (5) of production agriculture, ornamental ENVAG 227 - Greenhouse Crop Introduction to the concepts of stress, horticulture, and native species. Cov- Production (3) deformation, and strain in solid ma- ers the concepts of sexual and asexual Greenhouse management for small terials. Development of basic rela- plant propagation, seed collecting, and farm to commercial scale production, tionships between loads on structural the principles and techniques of propa- including structure selection, laws and and machine elements such as rods, gation by seed and cuttings along with regulations, control over the growing shafts, and beams, and the stresses, techniques for laboratory, greenhouse, environment, and crop production and deflections, and load-carrying capac- and orchard propagation. Includes health. Students produce a greenhouse ity of these elements under tension, handling, preparation, treatment and management plan. Field trips are an compression, torsion, bending and rooting of cuttings; grafting tools and integral part of this course. None forces, or combinations thereof. preparation of grafts; and a field trip Individual and group design projects. to examine how micropropagation in ENVAG 228 - Row Crop Production (5) History of and cultural contributions to tissue culture is accomplished. None Fundamentals of row crop produc- the mechanics of materials. Prerequi- ENVAG 199 - Internship in Sustainable tion in the Pacific Northwest. Covers site: ENGR& 214 Agriculture (1-15) site and equipment evaluation, crop scheduling and rotation, fertility and ENVAG 101 - Agroecology: An Practical work experience at sustain- irrigation management, and insect Ecological Approach to Agriculture (5) able agriculture enterprises, including and disease control, as well as crop Survey of agroecology, a multi-disci- small farm and food system business- specific and market considerations for plinary field that applies ecological es, organizations, and agencies, that seasonal production. Field trips are an principles to the analysis and manage- applies and builds upon the knowl- integral part of this course. None ment of agriculture systems. Explore edge and skills derived from program ways to create abundance and reduce coursework. Students establish learn- external inputs by enhancing nutrient ing objectives and outcomes with the cycling, energy flow, and beneficial internship providers. Includes a weekly

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ENVAG 231 - Post-Harvest to Local trips are an integral part of this course. tative measuring techniques will be Market Operations (3) None used to assess water quality, including Study local food system development, ENVAG 297 - Research in Sustainable biological integrity. Prerequisite: ENVC food physiology, and food security, Agriculture (1-15) 101 or ENVS& 101 or department chair approval. Lab and field trips required. safety, and quality issues through Independent study and research on a Lab and field trips required. exposure to real world postharvest topic related to sustainable agriculture, and direct market operations, with an with guidance provided by a research ENVC 122 - Stream Ecology (5) emphasis on small farm agriculture mentor. Introduction to the scientific Introduction to physical, chemical and enterprises. Field trips are an integral method, critical thinking, and techni- biological components of lotic systems part of this course. None cal communication for self motivated and their anthropogenic impacts. ENVAG 241 - Livestock Management learners. None Sampling techniques, lab procedures, (1-3) ENVAG 298 - Practicum in Sustainable water quality and stream habitat will The study of how livestock manage- Agriculture (1-15) be evaluated. Perform bioassessment. Exploration of global and cultural ment can be incorporated into a farm Hands on practical experience manag- issues in relation to rivers. Prerequi- plan. Management of various livestock ing a small farm enterprise for aspiring site: ENVC 112 or department chair species, demographic management, practitioners. Apply weekly on farm approval. forage management, as well as manure education and training to seasonally management. Includes management of appropriate operational and produc- ENVC 123 - Fish Biology, Taxonomy, diseases and parasites. None tion tasks at the SAgE Skagit Valley and Life History (5) ENVAG 242 - Dairy Management (1-3) Student Farm. None Classification, biology, physiology, Focuses on dairy production from ENVC 101 - Introduction to Watershed and evolution of representative North several ungulate species and the Management (5) American fish. None equipment and hygiene requirements Basic geologic processes related to ENVC 130 - Environmental needed. Includes man-hour needs and aquatic systems such as rivers, lakes, Interpretation (5) other cost estimates, and evaluations and wetlands. Measuring and calculat- Research presentation and commu- of value added products like cheeses. ing watershed management parame- nication styles through oral, visual, None ters encouraging quantitative thinking. and audio-visual means of the history, ENVAG 243 - Marketing Agriculture Includes map interpretation skills. geology, or natural history of an area, Products (1-3) Introduction to Excel and reading concept or species. Interpretation and Focuses on sustainable agriculture figures/tables. Prerequisite: MATH 97 discussion of ancient cultural arche- niche products. Emphasis is on value or concurrent enrollment or instructor ological sites and influences on the added costs and potential revenues, approval. (Lab and field trips required). present. None processing, grading, packaging, Lab and field trips required. ENVC 133 - Facilities Maintenance packing, storing and transport re- ENVC 102 - Invertebrate Biology and Fundamentals (5) quirements of various farm products. Identification (4) Introduction to facilities maintenance Includes food safety regulations, prac- Natural history, biology, and taxonomy including basic grounds maintenance, tices and limitations. None of common invertebrates including electrical, plumbing, and carpentry ENVAG 270 - Sustainable Small their natural history and biogeographic fundamentals. Includes sediment and Farming and Ranching (5) distribution. None erosion control measures for construc- Explore small farm models and entre- ENVC 104 - Introduction to Natural tion sites. None preneurship, and conceive of and Resources (1) ENVC 140 - Plants of Western a whole farm management plan. Learn Introduction to natural resource agen- Washington (5) to assess site conditions and user cies and institutions, including career Collection, identification, and plant needs and manage small farm facilities opportunities; i.e. the role of the tech- community grouping of local and and equipment, natural resources, nician in forestry, fisheries, agriculture regional gymnosperms and angio- plants and animals, and cropping sys- and parks. Includes student success sperms. Identify invasive species. None tems and practices. Field trips are an skills. Prerequisite: Concurrent enroll- ENVC 165 - Sustainability integral part of this course. None ment required in CSS 103. Fundamentals (5) ENVAG 271 - Agricultural ENVC 105 - Emergency Incident Natural Sciences Entrepreneurship & Business Management System (3) Planning (5) Introduction to understanding sustain- Introduction to Incident Management ability principles in human societies. Explore small farm models and en- System and emergency operations. Evaluate how sustainability princi- trepreneurship, and conceive of and Satisfies training requirements for the ples can be applied to urbanization, draft a whole farm business plan. National Incident Management System agriculture and the business world in Gain practical knowledge and skills and ICS100/200. None light of climate change. Solutions will in agricultural business development, ENVC 112 - Limnology (5) be explored in renewable energy, water market research, and record keeping resources, transportation, and global- and finances in the context of farm Introduction to natural and human-in- ization in the light of environmental and ranch production strategies. Field duced processes that shape lake ecosystems. Quantitative and quali- economics. None

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ENVC 199 - Cooperative Education ENVC 212 - Fluid Flow Laboratory (2) ENVC 231 - Introduction to (1-15) Focuses on the use of approved Mammalogy (5) Supervised work experience in the methods for collection, testing and Natural history, structure, identifica- field. Includes a weekly seminar. reporting of results of samples taken tion, and classification of North Ameri- Prerequisite: Instructor permission to obtain data for submission to state can mammals. None required. and federal regulatory agencies. Use ENVC 232 - Bird Identification (5) of appropriate methods for collection, ENVC 201 - Watershed Restoration (5) Natural history, biology, taxonomy, testing and reporting of results of efflu- Techniques and ecological context for and identification of Pacific Northwest ent samples used to control operation restoration and its application in the species. None of Water and Wastewater Treatment conservation of biodiversity. Covers plants. Prerequisite: Math 98 with a ENVC 244 - Salmon Ecology (3) state and federal laws pertaining to grade of C or higher or concurrent Ecology of the Pacific Northwest salm- ecological field work and potential enrollment. on and their importance to social and funding sources. Evaluation of social economic values. None and economic impact of restoration ENVC 220 - Wetlands in Managed to diverse groups of people. Includes Landscapes (4) ENVC 249 - Introduction to methods in biological engineering. Pre- General overview of wetland soils, Wastewater Technology (5) requisite: ENVC 101 with a minimum hydrology, and ecology including wet- Introduction to the practical aspects of C grade or department chair approval. land delineation. Application of basic operating and maintaining wastewater Field trips required. Field trips re- landscape ecology theory and human treatment plants. Learn to analyze and quired. impacts on wetlands. Prerequisite: solve operational problems including ENVC 202 - Wildlife Biology: D (5) ENVC 101 and 122 or department mathematical calculations relating to chair approval. Field trips required. wastewater treatment process control. Natural Sciences Field trips required. Covers plant safety, good housekeep- Concepts in wildlife management and ENVC 221 - Ecology of Ecosystem ing, equipment maintenance, and conservation biology. Understand and Edges/Ecotones (3) laboratory procedures. Prerequisite: identify wildlife management perspec- Math 98 with a grade of C or higher or Importance of ecotones between tives and constraints in relation to concurrent enrollment. different cultural and social values. freshwater systems and upland areas. ENVC 250 - Introduction to Water Includes relationships between land Essential biological processes shaping Treatment (5) use patterns and responses by wildlife ecological properties of ecotones at populations, and wildlife management various scales of time and space. Stu- Focuses on training water treatment with climate change challenges. Lab dents must conduct research and give operators in the practical aspects of included. Prerequisite: Reading in a short seminar. Prerequisite: ENVC operating and maintaining water treat- technical journals and report writing 101 and 202 or department chair ment facilities. Includes water sources, required. approval. reservoir management, infrastructure needs, and water safety. Prerequisite: ENVC 210 - Fish Ecology and ENVC 222 - Field Project (3) Math 98 with a grade of C or higher or Management (5) Field project in cooperation with a concurrent enrollment. Fish communities and their ecological landowner starting with a proposal ENVC 302 - Data Management (2) and physical requirements. Emphasis performing an ecological survey and on population dynamics in relation to analysis, and ending with a written Development of a data management habitat changes and fishing pressures. report based on data collected by the strategy from field collection, process- Prerequisite: ENVC 122 and 123. student. Includes research in technical ing, to data storage. Emphasis will Reading and researching technical journals, and time estimates. Prerequi- be given to the use of tablets and cell journals on current topics of fish con- site: ENVC 202 and 210 or department phones for field collection to server servation and management required. chair approval. storage. Prerequisite: Admission to BA- Report writing required. Report writing ENVC 225 - Current Issues in Ecology SEC or Department Chair permission. required. (2) ENVC 304 - River Ecology & ENVC 211 - Ecological Sampling and A current topic of ecology will be exam- Watershed Management (5) Monitoring Design (4) ined through guest speakers combined Watershed perspective to learn about General sampling concepts and pop- with literature research and seminar rivers and streams with special empha- ulation estimation. Methods in eco- presentations. Prerequisite: ENVC 101 sis on the Pacific Northwest coastal logical sampling of mammals, birds, or 112 or BIOL& 221 or 241 or CHEM& ecoregion. Topics include hydrolo- amphibians, reptiles, fish, and vascular 161 or 242 or PHYS& 241. gy, hyporheic flow, geomorphology, plants. TFW program procedures for ENVC 226 - Current Issues in Water stream classification, riparian ecology, stream ambient monitoring. Prereq- Policy (2) and biogeochemical cycles. Develop- ment of watershed and ecosystem uisite: Field trips required. Strongly Current topics in U.S. water policies management at the appropriate spatial recommended: familiarity with com- will be examined and evaluated. Water and temporal scales including adaptive puters and spreadsheets. Strongly rec- quality standards and the current reg- management processes incorporat- ommended: familiarity with computers ulatory environment will be of special ing cultural values and philosophies and spreadsheets. interest. None allowing successful watershed man-

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agement. Prerequisite: Admission to resource, including fire ecology, forest ENVC 451 - Independent Study (1) BASEC or Department Chair permis- succession, and functioning of forest Special project as approved by instruc- sion. ecosystems. Prerequisite: Admission tor and department chair. None to BASEC or Department Chair permis- ENVC 310 - Soil Ecology (5) ENVC 452 - Independent Study (2) sion. Fundamental principles of soil ecology Special project as approved by instruc- ENVC 410 - Conservation Biology (5) in relation to physical, nutrient cycling tor and department chair. None dynamics, biogeochemical cycling, Exploring the world’s biological diver- ENVC 453 - Independent Study (3) belowground biomass, biodiversity of sity including a wide range of species, soil organisms, and soil food webs and complex ecosystems, and the genetic Special project as approved by instruc- ecological processes. Prerequisite: Ad- variation within species. Conservation tor and department chair. None mission to BASEC or Department Chair biology is an interdisciplinary science ENVC 454 - Independent Study (4) permission. that includes not only biological and Special project as approved by instruc- ENVC 315 - Limnology and Reservoir ecological solutions, but includes tor and department chair. None Ecology (5) socio-economic aspects. Includes ecological modeling. Prerequisite: Ad- ENVC 455 - Independent Study (5) Structure and function of lakes, ponds, mission to BASEC or Department Chair Special project as approved by instruc- and reservoirs. Includes physical, permission. tor and department chair. None chemical, and biological controls of productivity and species composition ENVC 412 - Natural Resource Policy ENVC 499 - Internship (3) of aquatic flora and fauna, and effects Analyses (5) Supervised work experience in the of pollution on water quality. Prereq- Course evaluates and analyzes a broad field. Internship positions must include uisite: Admission to BASEC or Depart- range of contemporary natural re- an interview process. Part of the work ment Chair permission. source policies, case studies, and con- experience must include a leadership ENVC 320 - Landscape Ecology (5) troversies using bioeconomic resource component. Prerequisite: Admission to management models. Topics include BASEC or Department Chair permis- The science and art of studying and wildlife and fisheries policies, forestry sion. influencing the relationships between policies, tropical deforestation, water spatial pattern and ecological process- ENVS 314 - Environmental Science (5) rights/management policies, endan- es across different spatio- temporal Natural Sciences gered species and nature preserva- scales and levels of biological organi- tion a, and sustainable development. Investigate how environmental prob- zation. Prerequisite: Admission to BA- Prerequisite: Admission to BASEC or lems have arisen due to human SEC or Department Chair permission. Department Chair permission. activities (global warming, air pollu- ENVC 327 - Advanced Wetland tion, waste disposal) and their impact ENVC 420 - Estuarine and Nearshore Ecology (5) on corporate practices, including the Ecology (5) Wetland hydrology, biogeochemistry, corporate mission, competitive strat- Provide an integrated view of the and biological adaptations to wetland egy, technology choices, production ecological processes in estuaries conditions. Including global wetland development decisions, production and nearshore environments. Special issues, wetlands and climate change, processes, and corporate responsibil- emphasis will be on the Salish Sea and international management of wetlands, ities. Regulations and permits will be the Pacific Northwest coastal environ- and human interface with wetland in reviewed from the perspective of local ments. Prerequisite: Admission to BA- different socio-economic settings. planning departments along with sus- SEC or Department Chair permission. Course includes advanced wetland tainability and changes to the environ- delineation. Prerequisite: Admission to ENVC 422 - Culminating Project (5) ment by using resources at rates that BASEC or Department Chair permis- Carry out a field project including all exceed the system’s ability to replenish sion. aspects of documentation. Includes them. Admission to BASAM program and BASAM Director permission. ENVC 405 - Behavioral Ecology (5) initial proposal, peer review processes, data collection and analysis, secondary ENVS& 101 - Intro to Env Science (5) Investigates the evolutionary and research, time estimates, and report ecological behavioral adaptations of Natural Sciences writing. Prerequisite: Admission to BA- animals. Various taxonomic groups Basic ecology, ecosystems, energy SEC or Department Chair permission. will be examined with an emphasis on flow, nutrient cycling, population, vertebrate species as well as species of ENVC 424 - Applied Population and community dynamics, and the human ecological and economic importance. Community Ecology (5) impact on the environment. Lab includ- Ecological behavior will be viewed in Principles of population dynamics ed. Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or higher light of ecosystem management activi- and ecosystem functioning. Key in ENGL 097, or AESL 098, or appro- ties. Prerequisite: Admission to BASEC issues in the study of biodiversity priate test score. or Department Chair permission. and ecosystems, including functional ETHNC 100 - American Minorities: D ENVC 407 - Forest Ecology (5) complementarity, food web stability (5) and complexity, material cycling, and Forest ecology includes the develop- Social Sciences meta-communities. Prerequisite: Ad- ment of forestry, biogeochemistry, nu- mission to BASEC or Department Chair The culture, contributions and contem- trient cycling, transfer and storage of permission. porary issues of Asian, Black, Chicano, energy, and the physical environment. and Native Americans, with an empha- Forest management as a renewable

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sis on the historical experience and protection services; fire department supervision. Provides required training contributions of American minorities. as part of local government; laws and for all personnel prior to certifica- Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or regulation affecting the fire service; tion as a Firefighter (FFT2) under the grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099. fire service nomenclature; specific fire Wildland Qualification System (NWCG ETHNC 111 - History of the Northwest protection functions; basic fire chem- 310-1). A student who successfully Indians: D (5) istry and physics; introduction to fire completes the training has a complet- protection systems; introduction to ed Task Book and receives recommen- Social Sciences fire strategy & tactics; and life safety dation for certification. None An introduction to the many different initiatives. None FIRE 130 - Emergency Vehicle Driving indigenous communities inhabiting the FIRE 101 - Fire Chemistry (3) (3) Northwest and the significant variety of cultural and environmental experi- Introduction to basic concepts of Introduction to driving various types ences and adaptations. Prerequisite: chemistry and the chemical/physical of fire apparatus in emergency and Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 nature of fire and its development. non-emergency modes. Meets ac- or higher in ENGL 099. None ademic and ground training requirements for Washington State ETHNC 120 - Survey of the Chicano FIRE 103 - Building Construction For Emergency Vehicle Accident Preven- People (5) Fire Protection (3) tion certification. Valid driver’s license Concepts of building construction, Social Sciences required. None structure rating and classification, Introduction to the historical and and uniform codes. Building systems FIRE 140 - Emergency Medical contemporary development of the including floors, ceilings, walls, roofs Responder (5) Chicano/a community, emphasizing and building support systems. Building Classroom instruction and practical their history, literature, political move- collapse and firefighter safety in burn- field exercises to prepare students to ments, education and related areas. ing buildings. None take the Washington State 60-hour Attention is given to economic, social, First Responder emergency medical political and cultural experiences of FIRE 120 - Firefighter Skills I (8) certification test battery. Prerequisite: Mexican-Americans, with a focus on Preparation for initial assignment as Department chair approval. In accor- past and contemporary issues of race, a basic firefighter with a structural dance with Washington State law, must ethnicity, and socio-economic status. fire agency. Meets minimum training be at least 17 years of age at course ENG& 101 or C or better, or concurrent requirements of WAC 296-305 and start. enrollment in ENG 99 NFPA Standard 1001, Standard for Fire FIRE 160 - Hazardous Materials First ETHNC 201 - Minorities in American Fighter Professional Qualifications. For Responder (5) Society: D (5) students seeking Washington State Patrol, State Fire Marshals Office certi- Prepares firefighters who witness or Social Sciences fication for Firefighter 1. Prerequisite: discover hazardous materials releases Study of theories used for explaining Concurrent enrollment required in CSS to recognize the presence of hazmat, ethnic minority relations in American 103. protect themselves, secure the area, society. Includes study of prejudice, FIRE 121 - Firefighter Skills II (4) initiate emergency response of addi- discrimination, racism, ethnocentrism, tional resources, and take defensive Continues foundational knowledge and and cultural patterns. Prerequisite: actions. Meets the training require- skills mastered in FIRE 120. Prepares Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 ments for Hazardous Materials First the student for mastery of higher level or higher in ENGL 099. Responder Awareness & Operations. tactical skills and knowledge typically ETHNC 299 - Learning into Action Meets the training requirements for associated with truck company op- (1-15) Hazardous Materials First Responder- erations. Prerequisite: FIRE 120 with Awareness & Operations Level certifi- Student develops and completes cur- minimum C grade or department chair cation. None riculum-related independent project approval. which demonstrates skills and abili- FIRE 162 - Hazardous Materials FIRE 122 - Firefighter Skills III (4) ties and explores career options. May Awareness For Public Safety (1) Continues the foundational knowl- include, but is not limited to, service Provides the basic skills necessary to edge and skills mastered in FIRE 121. learning, original research, and travel safely and effectively manage the ini- Prepares the student for mastery of abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- tial activities of an emergency involving higher level tactical skills and knowl- quired. Students with 45 transferable the uncontrolled release of dangerous edge typically associated with engine college credits are eligible to begin chemicals. Focuses on responding to company operations. For students Learning into Action. None and assessing the hazard involved, and seeking Washington State Patrol, State FIRE 100 - Principles of Emergency making necessary notifications of haz- Fire Marshals Office certification for Services (5) ardous material spills. For emergency Firefighter 2. Prerequisite: FIRE 121 pre-hospital care personnel, emer- Overview of fire protection and emer- with minimum C grade or department gency communications officers, law gency services, career opportunities chair approval. in fire protection and related fields; enforcement officers, private industry FIRE 126 - Wildland Firefighting (3) culture and history of emergency ser- employees, public works personnel, vices; fire loss analysis; organization Firefighters who successfully complete and Wildland firefighters. None and function of public and private fire this course will be qualified to sup- press wildland fires while under close

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FIRE 199 - Fire Service Internship (1) causes. Assists the student in meeting heavy rescue apparatus, and equip- Relevant work experience through the job performance requirements of ment and practical applications. None appointment to a fire protection agen- NFPA 1033, Professional Qualifications FIRE 242 - Basic Emergency Medical cy. Augments classroom learning by for Fire Investigator, and prepares the Technician (12) student for Washington State certifica- applying skills and knowledge learned Training for the EMT-Basic level per tion testing for Fire Investigator. None and opportunity to develop workplace National Standards Curriculum and ethics, appropriate performance levels, FIRE 215 - Fire Inspection & Code abiding by the laws of the Washing- and behavioral traits in workplace set- Enforcement (3) ton State. Learn to recognize, assess tings. Prerequisite: Instructor permis- Provides the fundamental and techni- and treat medical and trauma related sion required. Completion of FIRE 120 cal knowledge needed to conduct basic emergencies at the basic life support with minimum C grade or Department fire inspections and apply codes and level. Preparation for National Registry Chair approval. Must possess Firefight- standards. Assists the student in meet- EMT certification testing and includes er 1 and Hazardous Materials First Re- ing the job performance requirements the National Registry Emergency Med- sponder, Operations certifications from of NFPA 1031, Professional Qualifica- ical Technician certification practical the Washington State Fire Marshals tions for Fire Inspector and Plan Exam- examination for EMT-Basic. Prerequi- Office. Must possess EMT-B certifica- iner, for Fire Inspector 1. Prepares the site: In accordance with Washington tion from National Registry EMT. student for Washington State certifica- State law, must be at least 17 years of FIRE 210 - Fundamentals of Fire tion testing for Fire Inspector I. None age at course start. Prevention (3) FIRE 223 - Live Fire Operations (1) FIRE 243 - Enhanced Emergency History and philosophy of fire preven- Introduction to fire development theory Medical Technician (15) tion. Covers fire protection & preven- as well as water application principals Training for the EMT-Basic level per tion challenges, public education, laws in order to effectively extinguish interi- National Standards Curriculum, Wash- and codes, and a review of current fire or “”Class A”” fires. Provides the skills ington State Department of Health prevention programs. None necessary to function as the nozzle regulation, and Skagit County EMS FIRE 211 - Fire Protection Systems (3) operator of an interior fire attack team. protocol. Learn to recognize, assess, Introduction to the concepts and Also introduces the basic properties of and treat medical and trauma-related principles of fire protection systems fire- fighting foam and the application emergencies at the basic life support including fire extinguishers, automatic methods used to control and combat level. Master field skills for place- sprinkler systems, standpipes, fire de- “Class B” liquid fires. Prerequisite: ment in responding EMS companies. tection and alarm systems, and special FIRE 271 or concurrent enrollment. Preparation for National Registry EMT hazard systems. None FIRE 230 - Fire Service Hydraulics (3) certification testing and includes the National Registry Emergency Medi- FIRE 212 - Fire Codes & Ordinances Introduction to hydraulics as it affects cal Technician certification practical (3) fire stream development and water examination for EMT-Basic. Prerequi- supply. Includes formula and table Covers the International Fire Code and site: Instructor permission required. calculation of friction loss and engine certain chapters of the International In accordance with Washington State pressures using hydraulic principles. Building Code. Develop a working Law, must be at least 17 years of age Covers water main systems, water knowledge of the Codes and their ap- at course start. plication to fire inspections. None tender shuttle operations, and fire engine pumping operations. Studies FIRE 246 - Wilderness EMT (3) FIRE 213 - Fire & Life Safety fire pump construction, operation, For EMTs who need to acquire wilder- Education (3) and techniques of pumping. Pumping ness emergency medical skills and Provides the fundamental and techni- evolutions are practiced to become knowledge to be certified as Wilder- cal knowledge needed to coordinate proficient in performing various water ness EMTs. Learn to provide patient and deliver existing fire safety edu- supply and attack evolutions. None care using improvised equipment. cational programs and information. FIRE 240 - Rescue Systems Prerequisite: FIRE 242 or EMT-B certi- Assists the student in meeting job per- Awareness (3) fication. formance requirements of NFPA 1035, Apply search and rescue skills, ap- FIRE 247 - Basic Emergency Medical Professional Qualifications for Fire & Technician, Part I (6) Life Safety Educator, for Fire & Life proach rescue situations safely, and Safety Educator 1 and prepares the understand the organizational con- Training for the EMT-Basic level per student for Washington State certifica- cerns at a structural collapse incident. National Standards Curriculum and tion testing for Public Fire & Life Safety Provides skill sets that meet or exceed abiding by the laws of Washington Educator. None NFPA 1670 at the awareness level for State. Learn to recognize, assess, various rescue situations. Prerequisite: and treat medical and trauma-related FIRE 214 - Fire Investigation (3) None. emergencies at the basic life support Provides the fundamental and tech- FIRE 241 - Vehicle Extrication (3) level. Preparation for National Registry nical knowledge needed for proper EMT certification testing. Prerequisite: Techniques of rescue company opera- fire scene interpretations, including In accordance with Washington State tions to gain entry to damaged vehi- recognizing and conducting origin and Law, must be at least 17 years of age cles, disentangle and prepare patients cause, preservation of evidence and at course start. documentation, scene security, mo- for transport, and extricate to safety tives of the fire setter, and types of fire and care. Includes scene management,

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FIRE 248 - Basic Emergency Medical FL 133 - Parent Education Cooperative French-speaking countries is em- Technician, Part II (6) II (3) phasized. Oral practice is required. Training for the EMT-Basic level per Na- For parents of pre-school age children Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or higher in tional Standards Curriculum and abid- enrolled in a community-based coop- ENGL 097, or AESL 098, or appropriate ing by the laws of Washington State. erative preschool. Pre-school serves test score. Learn to recognize, assess, and treat as a lab setting in which parents will FRCH& 122 - French II: D (5) medical and trauma-related emer- observe child development and behav- Humanities gencies at the basic life support level. ior, positive approaches to guidance A continuation of French 121: the vo- Preparation for National Registry EMT and positive adult/child interactions. cabulary and grammatical structures certification testing and includes the Parents will participate in assisting the are more complicated, and the student National Registry Emergency Medical teacher in the classroom, attending begins to master other verb tenses and Technician certification practical ex- monthly parent education sessions, more complex sentence structures. amination for EMT-Basic. Prerequisite: and assistance with a committee job to Oral comprehension and speaking FIRE 247 with a minimum C grade. maintain the lab/school. None skills are emphasized through daily FIRE 275 - Emergency Service FL 134 - Parent Education Cooperative practice, as well as the reading and Leadership (3) III (3) writing exercises. Prerequisite: FRCH& Meets training requirements for For parents of preschool age children 121 with a grade of C or better or National Fire Academy, Leadership enrolled in a community-based cooper- equivalent French course. training series and part of Washington ative preschool. Provides an opportuni- FRCH& 123 - French III: D (5) State training requirement for certifi- ty for parents to focus on areas of child Humanities cation as Fire Officer I. For mid-range development and behavior, lab school managers and company officers to organizational development, parenting A continuation of French 122: the enhance critical skills and experience and/or parents as teachers. Student grammar and vocabulary are more needed to be effective as leaders. participation includes practicing devel- complicated. Oral comprehension and None opmentally appropriate child guidance speaking skills are still emphasized through daily oral practice, as well as FIRE 278 - Managing Company and positive adult/child activities, reading and writing exercises. Pre-req- Tactical Operations (3) assisting the teacher in the classroom, attending monthly parent education uisite: French 122 or equivalent French Provides a basic foundation for the sessions, and performing committee course. Prerequisite: FRCH& 122 with management of one or more com- or leadership roles to support the lab/ a grade of C or better or equivalent panies operating at a structural fire school. None French course. emergency. Uses simulations to apply GEOG 295 - Geography Integrative concepts and develop skills. None. FL 140 - Parent Education Co-op for Second Parent (1) Experience Seminar (2) FIRE 279 - Fire Services Safety & An Integrative Experience emphasiz- Survival (3) For second parent of families in coop- erative group of toddlers, three-year ing an interdisciplinary approach to Introduction to basic principles and olds, four-year olds, and five year olds. current issues in geography, including history related to the national firefight- Parents will be involved in operation of the societal context of geography and er life safety initiatives, focusing on the the program through parent meetings, technology, and/or the ethical, politi- need for cultural and behavior change committee work, or classroom involve- cal, and cultural aspects of geography. throughout the emergency services. ment. None None None FRCH 299 - Learning into Action (1- GEOG 299 - Learning into Action (1- FL 131 - Parent Education Co-op, 15) 15) Infants & Toddlers (2) Student develops and completes cur- Student develops and completes cur- For parents with infants and toddlers; riculum-related independent project riculum-related independent project birth to 36 months. Includes child which demonstrates skills and abili- which demonstrates skills and abili- growth and development, guidance ties and explores career options. May ties and explores career options. May techniques, nutrition, child health include, but is not limited to, service include, but is not limited to, service and safety, activities for infants and learning, original research, and travel learning, original research, and travel toddlers and parental development. abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- Curriculum may be delivered through quired. Students with 45 transferable quired. Students with 45 transferable weekly home visits and group meet- college credits are eligible to begin college credits are eligible to begin ings. None Learning into Action. None Learning into Action. None FL 132 - Parent Education Cooperative FRCH& 121 - French I: D (5) GEOG& 100 - Introduction to I (3) Geography (5) Humanities For parents with preschool children. Social Sciences Parents will be involved in the oper- A proficiency-based course in French, Relationship of cultural, territorial, and ation of the program through parent which includes pronunciation, fun- climatic factors in the world’s import- meetings, committee work, and class- damentals of grammar, syntax, oral ant geographic regions. Prerequisite: room involvement. None and written exercises, reading, and conversation. An appreciation for Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 cultural aspects of France and other or higher in ENGL 099.

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GEOL 295 - Geology Integrative Columbia. GEOL& 100, 101, 110, EASC layout, and presenting the results in a Experience Seminar (2) 111, or OCEA& 101 recommended research paper. Prerequisite: GIS 102. An Integrative Experience emphasiz- but NO PRIOR GEOLOGY COURSE- HFT 100 - Stability, Mobility and ing an interdisciplinary approach to WORK REQUIRED. Field trips may be Movement (3) required. Lab included. Prerequisite: current issues in geology, including the Instruction of a variety of stability and Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 societal context of geology and tech- mobility techniques. Introduction to or higher in ENGL 099. nology, and/or the ethical, political, teaching and learning strategies to and cultural aspects of geology. None GIS 101 - Introduction to Geographic restore stability and mobility of the ki- GEOL& 100 - Survey of Earth Science Information Systems (5) netic chain and train the body to move (5) Principles and conceptual overview effectively. Prerequisite: HFT 107 with Natural Sciences of GIS software. Covers the use and a “C” or better. applications in natural resource Introduction to the scientific study HFT 101 - Introduction to Kinesiology management, and other fields utilizing of the earth and space. Intended for (5) GIS, with hands-on experience using non-scientists. Basic physics and Introduction to the structure and ArcGIS. Computer and spreadsheet chemistry applied to the earth and function of the skeletal and muscular familiarity required. None solar system. Emphasis on the evolu- systems of the human body (includ- tion of the Pacific Northwest, including GIS 102 - Geographic Information ing origins, insertions, and actions of a survey of geologic, oceanographic, Systems II (5) the muscles). Understanding of the meterologic, and astronomic process- Develop advanced skills using ESRIs mechanical qualities of movement. es that contributed to its development. ArcGIS. Learn the basics of the Spatial Prerequisite: HFT 136 with a “C” or Field trips may be required; however, Analyst and 3D Analyst extensions for better. the online course does not include ArcGIS. Other topics include types of HFT 102 - Principles of Strength field trips. Prerequisite: Appropriate GIS data available and map accuracy Training (4) placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in standards. Prerequisite: GIS 101. Explores technique, programming and ENGL 099. GIS 105 - Introduction to Global progressions for resistance training. GEOL& 101 - Intro Physical Geology Positioning Systems (GPS) (2) Prerequisite: HFT 100 and HFT 107 (5) Introduction to global positioning sys- with a “C” or better. Natural Sciences tems (GPS) and their uses in natural HFT 103 - Fitness Testing (3) resources and agriculture. None A survey of physical systems that give Incorporates fitness industry stan- the Earth its structure. Emphasis on GIS 106 - Advanced Global Positioning dards with regard to appropriate internal and surface processes, and Systems (2) assessment techniques and participant applying physical sciences to explain Continuation of GIS 105. Global Posi- screening. Introduction to pre-par- Earth composition, forms, and past. tioning Systems (GPS) data manage- ticipation screening procedures and Field trips may be required. Lab ment. Integration of GPS data into functional and physiological assess- included. Prerequisite: Appropriate mapping software and displaying with ments. Prerequisite: HFT 107 with a placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in Google Earth and ArcGIS. Prerequisite: “C” or better. ENGL 099. GIS 101, GIS 105 or concurrent enroll- HFT 104 - Principles of GEOL& 110 - Environmental Geology ment in GIS 105, or department chair Cardiorespiratory Training (2) (5) approval. Explores programming and progres- Natural Sciences GIS 199 - Cooperative Education (1- sions for cardiorespiratory training. Study of the interaction of humans and 15) Prerequisite: HFT 136 with a “C” or geological processes. Analysis of geo- Supervised work experience in the better. logic hazards (volcanism, slope failure, field. Includes a weekly seminar. HFT 105 - Principles of Exercise earthquakes, flooding) and resource Prerequisite: Instructor permission Science (5) management (ores, water, energy required. Introduction to how the body chang- resources, waste disposal). GEOL& 100 GIS 202 - Introduction to Remote es as a result of acute and chronic or 101 recommended. Field trips may Sensing (5) exercise. Emphasis on cardiovascular, be required. Lab included. Prerequi- Principles and conceptual overview of respiratory, skeletal, muscular, and site: Appropriate placement or grade remote sensing instruments and how nervous systems. Prerequisite: HFT of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099. data and images are used to monitor 136. GEOL& 208 - Geology of Pacific NW and evaluate the condition and distri- HFT 106 - Injury Prevention (2) (5) bution of the earth’s surface features. Introduction to the basic knowledge Natural Sciences Prerequisite: GIS 102. and skills that aid in the prevention of Field trips, hands-on examples, on-line GIS 203 - Advanced GIS Project (5) injuries common in athletic and recre- resources, maps, and current topics Using ArcGIS, create individual GIS ational activities. None are used to explore the geological pro- projects from pre-approved data sets. cesses that produced the landscapes, Covers formulating a research question resources, and hazards seen today in for analysis, conducting background Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and British research, map development and

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HFT 107 - Foundations of Personal HIST 270 - History of Modern Asia (5) HIST& 126 - World Civilizations I: D Training (5) Social Sciences (5) Introduction to the concepts and basic Comprehensive look at the events Social Sciences knowledge required for jobs in the and people who have shaped the past A study of human achievements from fitness industry. Focuses on the scope 150 years of Asia-Pacific history, and prehistoric times through the Middle of practice, terminology, major mus- relates it to Pacific Basin relationships Ages. Includes the culture and insti- cles and bones, and fitness training today. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& tutions of Mesopotamia, Egypt, India, principles. None 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. China, Greece, Rome, and medieval HFT 108 - Leadership and HIST 280 - Introduction to Chinese Europe. Prerequisite: Appropriate Implementation (3) Civilization (1-5) placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099. Focuses on principles of motivation Survey of Chinese history and culture and adherence, communication and from ancient time to present. None HIST& 127 - World Civilizations II: D teaching techniques, and basics of (5) HIST 295 - History Integrative behavioral change and health psychol- Experience Seminar (2) Social Sciences ogy. None An Integrative Experience emphasiz- A survey of world civilizations from the HFT 136 - Anatomy & Physiology for ing an interdisciplinary approach to 13th through the early 19th century. Health & Fitness Tech (5) current issues in history, including the Includes the Renaissance and Refor- Basic concepts of the structure and societal context of history and technol- mation, Islamic Empires, European function of the following systems: ogy, and/or the ethical, political, and colonization, Scientific Revolution, and Cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, cultural aspects of history. None the American and French Revolutions. skeletal, nervous, muscular, and endo- Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or HIST 299 - Learning into Action (1-15) crine. Prerequisite: HFT 107 with a “C” grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099. Student develops and completes cur- or better. HIST& 128 - World Civilizations III: D riculum-related independent project HFT 199 - Cooperative Education (5) which demonstrates skills and abili- Experience (1-15) ties and explores career options. May Social Sciences Supervised work experience in the include, but is not limited to, service A survey of world history in the 19th field. Prerequisite: Instructor permis- learning, original research, and travel and 20th centuries. Topics include the sion required. abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- Industrial Revolution, global imperial- HFT 209 - Fitness Instructor Prep (3) quired. Students with 45 transferable ism, nationalism and nation building, Prepares students to become group college credits are eligible to begin communism, fascism, and the Cold fitness instructors. Focuses on the Learning into Action. None War. Prerequisite: Appropriate place- following topics: Human movement, HIST& 116 - Western Civilization I (5) ment or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099. basic injury prevention, designing and Social Sciences leading group fitness classes, motiva- HIST& 146 - US History I: D (5) Survey of the origins of Western civili- tional strategies, and cueing. None zation in the Near East, ancient Greece Social Sciences HIST 121 - Religions of the World: D and Rome, through the end of the A survey of the United States from (5) Middle Ages. Prerequisite: Appropriate the Native American cultures and the Social Sciences placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in founding of the colonies through 1815. Introduction to the history of the major ENGL 099. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or world religions, with primary attention HIST& 117 - Western Civilization II: D grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099. to their origins, basic structures, and (5) HIST& 147 - US History II: D (5) role in contemporary society. Prereq- Social Sciences Social Sciences uisite: Appropriate placement or grade Survey of the origins of Western civ- A survey of United States history from of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099. ilization from the end of the Middle 1815 to 1914. Prerequisite: Appropri- HIST 242 - History of the Modern Ages, the Renaissance, the Reforma- ate placement or grade of 2.0 or higher Middle East: D (5) tion through the end of the French in ENGL 099. Social Sciences revolution. Prerequisite: Appropriate HIST& 148 - US History III: D (5) placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in With a particular emphasis on the Social Sciences effects of imperialism and colonialism, ENGL 099. A survey of United States history from this course explores the social, polit- HIST& 118 - Western Civilization III: 1914 to the present. Prerequisite: Ap- ical, and cultural changes that have D (5) propriate placement or grade of 2.0 or occurred in the Middle East during the Social Sciences higher in ENGL 099. past two centuries, reflecting on the Survey of the origins of Western civili- history of the region and the connec- HIST& 214 - Pacific NW History (5) zation from the end of the French revo- tion to present conflicts. Prerequisite: Social Sciences lution to the present day. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 Exploration, settlement, and devel- 2.0 or higher. or higher in ENGL 099. opment of the Pacific Northwest with emphasis on the state of Washington.

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Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 HSC 018 - HSC First Quarter HSC 060 - HSC Social Studies Project with a grade of 2.0 or higher. Experience (1-3) (1-5) HIST& 215 - Women in US History (5) In this course, students will explore This course is designed to help stu- Social Sciences the relationship between power and dents complete the Social Studies education by learning about the requirements for the HS21+ diploma. This course explores womens place in historical inequities of the U.S. public Students will fulfill Social Studies American History, including historical school system. Students will identify requirements through individualized attitudes about womens place in so- the institutional, societal, and personal course work as reflected in education- ciety and the realities of life and work barriers to education that they have al plan developed in HS21+ portfolio for women of a variety of backgrounds faced in the past and create a plan course. Prerequisite: Completion of in American History from pre-colonial for overcoming those barriers in the HSC 018 and Dept. Chair Permission times to the present. The course also future. Students will receive consistent covers the womens rights movements HSC 061 - HSC World Problems and study skills instruction and feedback from the mid-1800s to the present. Fine Arts (5) that they will apply to co-enrolled None This course explores the historical courses. None HIST& 219 - Native American History: and cultural context of current world HSC 020 - HSC Academic Skills Lab D (5) problems using methods of Theater of (1-5) the Oppressed and/or other art forms. Social Sciences Students receive support and tutoring Completion of /co-enrollment in HSC The American Indian from earliest in academic skills and subject content 018 or Permission times to the present. Prerequisite: for coursework and competencies HSC 062 - HSC History, Geography, Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of needed to meet adult high school com- World Problems (1-5) 2.0 or higher. pletion requirements. None This course explores the historical and HMATH 100 - Math for Health HSC 030 - HSC English (1-5) cultural context of current world prob- Professions (5) For High School Completion students lems. Completion of /co-enrollment in This course is non-transferrable and who have not taken and passed any HSC 018 or Permission for health profession students only. high school English courses. This HSC 063 - HSC Civics and Government Estimation and practical problem course covers grammar, writing, and (2) solving techniques explored through communication skills in fulfillment of In this course, students explore a lecture, discussion and computer work. the English 1 & 2 requirements for number of systems of government, Topics include: medical abbreviations; the high school diploma. Prerequisite: including their histories and underly- conversions using metric, household, CASAS Reading score 215-230 AND ing philosophies. Students also study apothecary units and scientific nota- completion of / co-enrollment in HSC the U. S. Constitution and gain a firm tions; percentages; calculation of body 018 statistics; medication dosages and understanding of the roles of the 3 HSC 040 - HSC Mathematics (1-5) intravenous flow rates. Prerequisite: branches of government. Completion MATH 96 with a grade of C or better or This course covers topics in fulfillment of /co-enrollment in HSC 018 or Per- appropriate test score. of math requirements for the HS21+ mission diploma. Prerequisite: Completion / HSC 010 - Academic Success Skills HSC 064 - HSC Washington State co-enrollment in HSC 018 or permis- (1-10) History and Government (1-5) sion. This course is designed to help stu- This course examines major develop- HSC 044 - HSC Geometry (1-5) dents gain knowledge of academic suc- ments in Washington State history and cess skills necessary for completion of In this course, students explore a compares its approaches to govern- a high school diploma. Guides stu- variety of topics related to geometry, ment to other systems of government, dents through the process of develop- both in theory and in practice. Com- including their histories and underlying ing a plan for completing the require- pletion of /co-enrollment in HSC 018 or philosophies. Completion of /co-enroll- ments for their high school diploma Permission ment in HSC 018 or Permission and transition to college. Prerequisite: HSC 045 - HSC Algebra II (1-5) HSC 065 - HSC US History, CASAS reading score of 225 or higher This course continues topics covered Government, and Civics (1-5) or instructor permission. in high school algebra and completes This course examines major develop- HSC 015 - HS21+ Prior & Experiential all HS math requirements for the ments in U.S. history and compares Learning Project (1-5) HS21+ diploma. Completion of HSC its approaches to government to other This course is designed to help stu- 018 or Permission systems of government, including their dents demonstrate high school compe- HSC 050 - HSC Fine Arts (1-2) histories and underlying philosophies. Prerequisite: Completion of / co-enroll- tencies in fulfillment of HS21+ diploma This course explores the forms, mean- ment in HSC 018 or Permission requirements through completion of ings, and purposes of art and its role individual portfolio assignments. Pre- in human society. Prerequisite: Com- HSC 070 - HSC Science Project (1-5) requisite: Completion of CCB 018 and pletion of/co-enrollment in HSC 018 or This course covers science topics Permission permission. in Life and/or Physical Sciences in fulfillment of high school completion Science requirements. There is no lab

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associated with this course. Prerequi- pronunciation, fundamentals of gram- HSERV 132 - Motivational Interviewing site: Completion of / co-enrollment in mar, syntax, oral and written exercises, (4) HSC 018 or Permission reading and conversation. Completion Introduction to basic terminology and HSC 071 - HSC Physical Science & of /co-enrollment in HSC 018 or Per- techniques involved in Motivational Math (1-5) mission. Interviewing. This is a skill building For students who are interested in HSERV 101 - Introduction to Human course for students interested in enter- entering the medical or other STEM Services (3) ing the counseling profession. None. fields, especially Pre-Nursing, this Overview of the delivery systems in HSERV 141 - Alcoholism and other course offers a refresher (or an intro- social services with focus on historical Addictive Disorders (5) duction) to topics including physics, perspectives, pluralism and current Social, psychological, and physiologi- chemistry, and biology, along with the trends. Introduction to critical thinking cal aspects of drug abuse and addic- foundational math required to under- skills, research techniques and re- tive disorders. Introduction to drug use stand these subjects. Completion of search paper writing. Prerequisite: CSS behaviors and their impact on contem- HSC 018 or Permission 103 or concurrent enrollment. porary society. Foundational course for HSC 073 - HSC Science of Music (1-5) HSERV 102 - Generalist Case those who desire more knowledge re- Students explore the connection be- Management (5) garding psychoactive drugs, drug-use tween music and science by learning Preparation for coordinating individual behavior and the treatment systems about the physics of sound, the biology client activities and evaluation of their currently available to assist those with of sound perception, and the psycholo- needs. Includes current case man- drug related problems. None gy of human responses to music. This agement techniques for those in the HSERV 145 - Addictions and the Law course is especially useful to students Human Services profession. Required (3) pursuing Early Childhood Education case management course for the gen- Overview of the mutual impacts of AAS or Education DTA. Completion of eralist degree. None chemical dependency treatment /co-enrollment in HSC 018 or Permis- HSERV 110 - Introduction to and the legal system on each other. sion. Caregiving (3) Guidelines and laws which affect case HSC 075 - HSC Science with Lab (1-5) Overview of the caregiving experience. management and the structures and This course covers life and /or physi- This is an elective course designed for functions of courts as they affect cal science topics in fulfillment of lab anyone who will become a care work- addiction treatment. Developing a science requirements for the HS21+ er, particularly those caregivers who working relationship with Department diploma. Prerequisite: Completion / will be working in a home under the of Licensing, Department of Social and co-enrollment in HSC 018 OR Permis- direct guidance of the client or their Health Services and the Behavioral sion representative. This can be the case Health Administration (BHA). None HSC 076 - HSC Nutrition, Health & in families where the elder or disabled HSERV 147 - Basic Mediation Training Fitness (1-5) family member is ruled as custodial (5) and is determined to remain in his/ This course explores basic princi- Learn the skills, tools and processes her home, but requires help managing ples of nutritional science, digestion, of effective mediation. Reviews the day to day instrumental care tasks as absorption, and metabolism, scien- causes and dynamics of conflict and well as personal oversight and some tific evaluation of nutritional needs of mediator interventions. Explores com- personal care. Taught in a small group humans, cultural influences on food, munication skills designed to facilitate format, each student will participate and current nutrition controversies. cooperation and help parties reach by self-reflection, group discussion and Completion of /co-enrollment in HSC agreement. Prerequisite: HSERV 101 or interaction. This course is not a HSERV 018 or Permission instructor permission. degree requirement. It is only being HSERV 171 - HIV/AIDS & Bld HSC 080 - HSC Physical Education offered on the Whidbey Island campus. Pathogen Trng for Chem Depend Prof and Health (1-2) None (1) This course covers topics in health HSERV 121 - Introduction to Covers HIV/AIDS and includes Brief and fitness in fulfillment of high school Disabilities and Disability Law (4) completion requirements. Prerequisite: Risk Intervention (BRI) segment. Satis- Overview of disabilities and disability Completion of / co-enrollment in HSC fies the Washington State Department law, and historical and current rehabili- 018 and Permission of Health requirement for those apply- tation techniques. None ing to become Chemical Dependency HSC 082 - HSC Occupational HSERV 131 - Human Development (5) Professionals (CDP). None Education (1-2) Introduction to the stages of human HSERV 198 - Pre-Practicum Seminar This course covers topics in fulfillment development with particular attention (3) of the Occupational Ed requirements to adult life development. Explores the for high school completion. Prerequi- Provides information, direction and relevance of ethnicity, culture, gender, site: Completion of / co-enrollment in sequence of tasks in preparation for socioeconomic class, sexual orien- CCB 018 OR Permission practicum in an agency setting. Stu- tation and community in a person’s dents identify specific responsibilities HSC 090 - HSC World Languages (1-5) development. Prerequisite: HSERV 101. for successful practicum experience This course provides an introduction and become familiar with the paper- to a foreign language, which includes

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work flow and purpose of each task. cies, staff and the diverse client popu- children and adolescents in an effec- None lations served in the Human Services tive manner. None HSERV 199 - Practicum (1-4) profession. Prerequisite: HSERV 132. HUM 295 - Humanities Integrative Supervised practicum in an approved HSERV 241 - Addictive Disorders & Experience Seminar (2) human services agency site. Struc- the Family (3) An Integrative Experience emphasiz- tured learning and development of Alcoholism and other disorders as a ing an interdisciplinary approach to workplace skills. Opportunity for appli- family disease; effects of role dis- current issues in humanities, including cation of critical thinking skills, plural- turbance, boundary violations, and the societal context of humanities and ism, and communication skills within communication disruptions on chil- technology, and/or the ethical, polit- human services systems. Concurrent dren, spouse, and family systems; ical, and cultural aspects of human- enrollment in HSERV 200. Prerequisite: therapeutic interventions for families. ities. None HSERV 101 and 198 with minimum C Development of a multicultural per- HUM 299 - Learning into Action (1-15) grade in each. spective in working with families and Student develops and completes cur- within communities. None HSERV 200 - Practicum Seminar (1) riculum-related independent project Discussion of issues arising in field HSERV 242 - Physiology & which demonstrates skills and abili- placement. Must be taken concurrently Pharmacology of Psychoactive Drugs ties and explores career options. May with HSERV 199. Prerequisite: HSERV (3) include, but is not limited to, service 101 and 198 with minimum C grade in Broad overview of the pharmacological learning, original research, and travel each. and physiological impact of psychoac- abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- HSERV 203 - Introduction to tive drug use coupled with a detailed quired. Students with 45 transferable Counseling (5) examination of the neurochemical college credits are eligible to begin changes that accompany drug depen- Learning into Action. None Historical perspectives, theory and dencies. Required course for those on fundamentals of counseling therapies HUM& 101 - Intro to Humanities (5) the Human Services chemical depen- as related to Human Services agency Humanities dency track. Prerequisite: HSERV 141 work. Introduction to evidenced-based or instructor permission An introduction to the elements and and Best Practices models. Develop- principles of the arts including paint- HSERV 243 - Substance Use Disorder ment of basic techniques and critical ing, sculpture, photography, film, Assessment & Case Mgmt. (4) thinking skills appropriate for mental and architecture. Art works will be health, chemical dependency and Introduction to the tools & techniques discussed and written about from a rehabilitation counseling. Prerequisite: (including ASAM criteria) used for drug variety of historical and critical per- HSERV 101 or instructor permission and alcohol assessments and case spectives. Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or HSERV 221 - Crisis Intervention (5) management. Covers treatment plan higher in ENGL 097, or AESL 098, or formation and the implementation of Theory and techniques of crisis inter- appropriate test score. quality care as well as making appro- vention with an emphasis on assess- INV 011 - INVEST Orientation (2) priate referrals. Prerequisite: HSERV ment and knowledge of local resourc- 141 or department chair approval. Students develop tools and skills to es. Prerequisite: HSERV 101. prepare for academic, employment, HSERV 244 - Group Process and HSERV 222 - Counseling Theories and and personal success. Specific em- Addictive Disorders (3) Therapies (5) phasis on academic and career goal Group counseling skills for working Special emphasis on designated major setting, resources, and success with addicted clients in residential and counseling theories and techniques. strategies. Topics include study skills, outpatient treatment settings. Includes Includes an exploration of the process goal-setting, college policies and re- best practices, emerging practices of learning and the different learning sources, programmatic requirements, and other major counseling theories styles encountered by counselors and and accessing local and state resourc- and techniques. Prerequisite: HSERV human service professionals. This es, academic and career planning, 141 or equivalent with permission of course is only for students on the Sub- time management, relationships, and Department Chair stance Use Disorder fast track. None self-empowerment. None HSERV 245 - Professional Ethics (3) HSERV 231 - Psychopathology and INV 020 - INVEST Digital Technology Therapeutic Intervention in Mental Presentation and discussion of ethical (1-5) Health (4) principles and codes of professional Provides opportunities for INVEST behavior for those working in chemical Survey of various treatment approach- students to learn assistive and learning dependency treatment, mental health es in mental health, substance abuse technologies, explore learning styles, services, developmental disability treatment, etiology of mental disor- and develop study and test-taking rehabilitation and other human service ders, and DSM diagnostic criteria. strategies. Students receive instruction settings. None Prerequisite: HSERV 101 or instructor in learning and applying reading strat- permission HSERV 248 - Adolescent Addictive egies and navigating college courses. Disorders Counseling (3) None HSERV 232 - Pluralism in Human Services: D (5) Provides addictive disorder profes- sionals and those pursuing addictive Issues of pluralism and diversity with disorder counseling qualifications the focus on relationships between agen- opportunity to learn how to work with

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INV 030 - INVEST Communication and INV 060 - INVEST Elective (1-10) learning activities with local organi- Self-advocacy (3) Students meet individualized learning zations and groups. Students form Students develop an understanding of outcomes through attendance in SVC teams and identify meaningful ways to the key differences between the child courses or independent study. None contribute to their communities. None and adult service structures for people INV 061 - INVEST Fine and Performing INV 075 - INVEST Practicum Seminar with disabilities. The course provides a Arts (1-5) (1-6) framework for disclosure of disability Students meet individualized learning Students participate in the practicum in academic and career settings. Stu- outcomes in fine or performing arts seminar while simultaneously com- dents will explore the advantages and through classroom instruction or inde- pleting community-based internships, disadvantages of disclosure while prac- pendent study. None combining classroom theory with ticing self-advocacy skills in school and practical experience gained in the INV 062 - INVEST Industrial Arts (1-5) work-based environments. Students workplace. The practicum experiences explore the differences between causal Students meet individualized learning are tied directly to students’ career and professional communication and outcomes in industrial arts through goals and employment plan developed demonstrate effective communication classroom instruction or independent with Employment Consultant and em- strategies in higher education and study. None ployment agency. Students will discuss employment settings. None INV 063 - INVEST Food and and track progress toward practicum INV 035 - INVEST Critical Thinking (2) Hospitality (1-10) learning outcomes, discuss issues and Students gain skills and practice in Students meet individualized learn- concerns that happen on the job with evaluating information from a variety of ing outcomes in food and hospitality instructors and peers, and role-play sources to make informative decisions through classroom instruction or inde- effective on the job communication relating to learning, life choices, and pendent study. none strategies. None employment. None INV 064 - INVEST Business INV 080 - INVEST Employment INV 040 - INVEST Career Inventory (2) Technology (1-5) Internship (6) Students to use previous experiences, Students meet individualized learn- Students gain real world work experi- skills, interests, and assessments to ing outcomes in business technology ence and practice employability skills guide career development. Students through class instruction or indepen- in a supervised job setting. None set short and long term employment dent study. None INV 090 - INVEST Capstone (3) goals, practice interviewing, and devel- INV 065 - INVEST Health and Wellness Students prepare a portfolio of their opment employment related materials (1-5) work within INVEST, which will allow such as resume, cover letter, and diver- them to track and be aware of their sity statement. None Students meet individualized learn- ing outcomes in health and wellness own growth, accomplishments, learn- INV 045 - INVEST Interview Skills (2) through classroom instruction or inde- ing, and employment readiness. The Students learn to communicate skills pendent study. None portfolio serves as their culminating project. None and strengths to potential employers. INV 066 - INVEST Media and Students will engage in mock inter- Journalism (1-5) IS 200 - States and Capitalism: the views in class and will be able to watch Origins of Western Wealth and Power and critique themselves on video. None Students meet individualized learn- (5) ing outcomes in Media or Journalism INV 050 - INVEST Balancing Work and through classroom instruction or inde- Social Sciences LIfe (2) pendent study. None An examination of the dramatic re-or- Develop understanding and skills INV 067 - INVEST Leadership and ganization of western society between necessary to balance work, school, and Communication (1-5) the 15th and 19th centuries, viewed personal life, minimizing potential bar- from the perspectives of History, Eco- riers to success. Participate in discus- Students meet individualized learning nomics and Political Science. Prereq- sions aimed at better understanding outcomes in leadership and/or com- uisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a the impact that complex social situa- munication studies through classroom grade of 2.0 or higher. instruction or independent study. None tions and a variety of other factors can IS 201 - The International System (5) have on life success. Practice using INV 068 - INVEST Customer Service Social Sciences a range of organizational tools that (1-5) assist with time management, develop This course focuses on the importance This course analyzes the relationship strategies to identify and solve prob- of customer service and developing between economic and political power. lems, and create a final project that a customer-friendly approach that is The development of the 20th/21st addresses a student’s individual plan, right for every business. It covers the century world economy and the system strategies, and tools. None do’s and don’ts of dealing with custom- of political states is examined. The course identifies and evaluates the ma- INV 055 - INVEST Study Lab (1-5) ers and the benefits of providing great customer service. None jor challenges that have and will con- Independent guided study lab to tinue to shape the world’s economic support students in meeting learning INV 070 - INVEST Service Learning and political structures (e.g. the Great objectives for the INVEST program. (1-8) Depression, the Cold War, Terrorism, None Examines civic responsibility and etc.). Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& membership through service-related 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.

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IS 202 - Cultural Interactions in an site: JAPN& 121 with a grade of C or MANF 103 - Introduction to Quality Interdependent World (5) better or instructor’s permission. Assurance (3) Social Sciences JAPN& 123 - Japanese III: D (5) Introduction to the principles and This course examines cultural interac- Humanities purpose of Quality Assurance Man- agement including an overview and tions among societies and civilizations Expand verbal and written communica- awareness of the history, concepts and including intellectual, societal, artistic tion skills; continue study of grammar theory of quality as it relates to todays and historical factors. Particular em- and syntax, oral exercises, reading, industrial/manufacturing environment. phasis will be placed on the interaction conversation, and culture. Read and Examines issues affecting quality in between Western and non-Western cul- write Hiragana, Katakana, and approx- manufacturing, and provides the statis- tures. Required course for the Interna- imately 200 Kanji characters. Prereq- tical methods and the management tional Studies Certificate. Prerequisite: uisite: JAPN& 122 with a grade of C or philosophy which allow problems in Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of better or instructor’s permission 2.0 or higher. production processes to be found and JOUR 101 - Introduction to Journalism fixed resulting in continuous quality IS 255 - International Studies: Special & Newswriting (5) improvement. Gain a basic under- Topics (1-5) Humanities standing of the quality control tools Students engage in individual re- The course is designed to develop skill used in industry. Prerequisite: MANF search, directed readings, seminars, in investigative research and reporting, 110 or instructor permission. special projects, internships and/ news-writing, and the basic principles MANF 110 - Introduction to or directed travel related to faculty of journalism. This introductory class Manufacturing (3) approved aspect(s) of international focuses primarily on researching, studies. Instructor permission required Overview of the manufacturing sector writing/reporting skills. Prerequisite: both for credit hours determination including a historical look at manu- Completion of English 101 with a C or and project content. None facturing systems and organizations. better. Introduction to materials processing, JAPN 100 - Introduction to Japanese JOUR 201 - Newspaper Production & industry standards, manufacturing Language (3) Editing (2) methodologies, and different types Introduction to Japanese culture and This course focuses on the devel- of technology used in manufacturing language with emphasis on speaking, opment of skills in editing, desk-top (personal computers, data collection & listening, and comprehension of the publishing, and multi-media communi- analysis systems, automated equip- spoken word. Prerequisite: Grade of cation using basic principles of jour- ment). Introduces the fundamentals 2.0 or higher in ENGL 097, or AESL nalism and emphasizing production of quality tools including histograms 098, or appropriate test score. management and editorial leadership. and control charts (SPC) and how they JAPN 299 - Learning into Action (15) It is designed for students interested in are used in manufacturing. Includes Student develops and completes cur- or already filling the positions of Editor, an introduction to the concepts of lean riculum-related independent project Assistant Editor, or Advertising Man- manufacturing, just in time, and green which demonstrates skills and abili- ager of the student newspaper. This as applied in industry. Industry speak- ties and explores career options. May course is repeatable up to 6 credits. ers, career exploration and industry include, but is not limited to, service Prerequisite: Successful completion of site visits included. None. learning, original research, and travel JOUR 101 with a C or better or permis- MANF 115 - Intro to Computer abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- sion of instructor. Numeric Controlled (CNC) Operations quired. Students with 45 transferable JOUR 202 - Advanced Newswriting (2) (5) college credits are eligible to begin This course is designed to enhance Introduction to Computer Numeric Learning into Action. None newswriting skills as part of a student Controlled (CNC) machine operation JAPN& 121 - Japanese I: D (5) newspaper by expanding research and theory and practice. Covers basic G&M Humanities interviewing skills into investigative codes needed to program and operate CNC machinery. Course includes an Pronunciation, vocabulary develop- reporting, page editing, and multi-me- dia writing experiences. This course introduction to hands-on CNC machine ment, reading and writing of Hiragana, operations in the shop setting. None fundamentals of grammar and syntax, is repeatable up to 6 credits. Prereq- oral exercises, reading, conversation, uisite: Successful completion of JOUR MANF 120 - Industrial Safety (2) and cultural studies. Prerequisite: 101 with a C or better or permission of Instruction on safety topics and prac- Grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 097, or instructor. tices specifically related to industrial AESL 098, or appropriate test score. LIB 201 - Critical Information Studies work environments. Topics include JAPN& 122 - Japanese II: D (5) & Research Methods (5) personal protective equipment, safety Social Sciences working with heavy industrial equip- Humanities ment, energy lock-out/tag-out proce- Continued study of pronunciation; This course empowers students to dures, material handling, electrical vocabulary development; reading and find, evaluate and use information safety, machine guarding, fire preven- writing of Hiragana, Katakana, and sources and critically think about the tion, hazard identification and con- Kanji; fundamentals of grammar and nature of information in both a scholar- trol, and safety inspection practices. syntax; oral exercises; reading; conver- ly setting and in society. None Culminates with OSHA 10 certification. sation; and cultural studies. Prerequi- None.

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MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR (1) various sources of information found procedures based on industry stan- Basic First Aid and CPR training. Re- within technical drawings will also be dards and practices. Introduction to ceive a Heart Saver First Aid and CPR given. Develop skills in print reading, advanced precision measurement tech- card upon completion. None learn basic ASME standard sketching niques, methods of inspection, and techniques, lettering, dimensioning, interpretation of data including Run MANF 122 - Material Science in and makeup of a print as a form of Charts, Process Capability and Gage Manufacturing (2) communication. Read and interpret R&R, and writing technical quality Material Science is a study of the drawings as well as sketch them. Prac- reports. Areas of study include product nature, structure, characteristics, and tice interpreting mechanical, construc- quality, process quality, and subjective properties of natural and synthetic ma- tion, and basic blueprints. None. quality standards. Prerequisite: MANF terials used in contemporary industry. MANF 145 - Electronics Fundamentals 103 or instructor permission. Introduction to the industrial materials (5) MANF 190 - Computer Numeric most often found in manufacturing Controlled (CNC) Basics (5) operations and facilities ranging from Introduction to basic electronics (AC/ traditional metals, ceramics, and poly- DC) theory and applications. Covers Introduction to Computer Aided Draw- mers, to advanced engineering mate- direct current analysis and function of ing (CAD), Computer Aided Machining rials and composites. Emphasis will resistive circuits, semiconductor func- (CAM), and to the Computer Numeric be placed on understanding how the tion and applications, and basic digital Controlled (CNC) process. Includes structure and properties for industrial logic as it applies to automation devic- the basics of CNC machine operation, uses influence the selection of primary es and equipment. Fundamental the- advanced print reading and program- materials and their conversion into ories and laws (Ohms Law & Kirchoffs ming methodologies. Also introduced useful products. None. Law) of electronics will be reviewed. are machining processes for CNC mill Provides practical hands-on experi- and CNC . Prerequisite: MANF 115 MANF 125 - Precision Measurement ence with basic DC, AC, and electronic or instructor permission. and Tools (3) circuits. Also covers basic procedures MANF 195 - Introduction to Robotics Introduction to the science of me- required to work with electronics safely (2) trology (precision measurement and and effectively in an industrial work Using electronics principles and test tolerances), and the basic hand and setting. None machine tools commonly used in a equipment, students are introduced MANF 150 - Sensor Systems and manufacturing workplace. Covers the to microcontrollers, robotics, automa- Applications (5) fundamental skills required to per- tion systems, robotic motor and servo form basic and precision dimensional Introduction to devices and circuits control systems. measurements and an introduction used in industrial applications: sensors MANF 199 - Internship Experience to the concepts of Statistical Process and transducers, control circuits, elec- (1-15) tronic signals, thyristor devices, trigger Control (SPC). Gain proficiency in Supervised work experience in the circuits, motors and motor control using rules, scales, tape measures, field. Includes a weekly seminar. systems. Covers measurement tech- protractor, , , dial Prerequisite: Instructor permission niques used in computer controlled gage and height gage. Identification required. and classification of a variety of basic industrial systems to monitor flow, MANF 205 - Advanced Computer hand and machine tools. Overview of temperature, proximity, pressure, level Numeric Control (CNC) (5) fasteners and methods of fastenings and toxic gas. Introduction to hydraulic (screws, machine screws, nuts, bolts, and pneumatic systems, fluids, pumps, Study of Computer Numeric Control etc.) None. sensors, and control devices used in (CNC) in the manufacturing environ- common industrial processes. Prereq- ment. Topics include manufacturing MANF 127 - Manufacturing Math (2) uisite: MANF 145. applications of CNC, introduction to Applies the mathematic concepts MANF 156 - Introduction to machining, and CNC programming taught in WMATH 100 to a manufactur- Automated Systems (5) and operation in a production setting. ing specific context. Focuses on basic Prerequisite: MANF 190 or instructor Overview of how electronic and me- statistics, trigonometry and summa- permission. tion notation. WMATH 100 or concur- chanical systems are used in the de- MANF 210 - Total Productive rent enrollment. sign and manufacture of products and processes. Using electronic principles Maintenance (3) MANF 140 - Print Reading in and test equipment, learn how indus- Introduction to electrical systems, Manufacturing (3) trial control systems are designed to mechanical systems and rigging. De- Introduction to the fundamentals of integrate digital controls in the pro- scribes the elements of Total Produc- blueprint reading emphasizing in- cessing of data. Introduction to micro- tive Maintenance (TPM) and explains dustrial drawings commonly used in controllers, robotic principles, automa- how TPM helps reduce losses and manufacturing. Focuses on line and tion systems, motor and servo-control waste. Explores the fundamentals of symbol conventions used in industrial systems. Prerequisite: MANF 150. facilities layout and process selection. blueprints and visualization of solid MANF 177 - Quality Control Metrics Prerequisite: MANF 177 or instructor objects from orthographic and isomet- and Applications (5) permission. ric projections. Students will be given MANF 215 - Advanced Inspection (5) experiential exercises in interpreting Introduction to fundamental quality as- technical drawings. Overview of the surance techniques and applications. Advanced study of quality tools and Covers measurement techniques and metrics. Includes physical inspection

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methods, statistical metrics for quality MATH 095 - Basic Mathematics (1-5) logarithmic, exponential, rational and assurance and acceptance sampling. A beginning mathematics course de- radical equations. A non-CAS graphing Prerequisite: MANF 177 or instructor signed to establish a solid mathemati- calculator is required. Prerequisite: permission. cal foundation. Topics include: opera- Math 098 with a grade of C or higher, MANF 220 - Supply Chain tions using whole numbers, decimals, or appropriate math placement score. Management (5) fractions, and integers; determining MATH 149 - Tutoring Skills for Introduction to supply chain manage- place-value and order of operations; Mathematics (3) ment including key issues, goals and calculations using ratios and propor- Provides preparation and practical trends, global supply chains, respon- tions, percents, simple and compound experience for tutoring mathematics sibilities of supply chain managers, interest, relevant applications. None courses. Students will examine differ- procurement, technologies, inventory MATH 096 - Pre-Algebra (5) ences in student learning styles as well management, logistics, and supplier A course designed to review arithme- as a variety of teaching techniques. relationships. None tic concepts and introduce algebra. Emphasis will be placed on developing MANF 230 - Enterprise Resource Topics include: fractions, ratio and an effective tutoring style. Two hours Planning and Material Requirement proportion, percent, basic geometry, of scheduled tutoring per week will be Planning (5) U.S. and metric systems of measure- required. Prerequisite: A minimum of MATH 099, with a grade of B (3.0) or The study of systems and planning ment, and an introduction to algebra. higher in all mathematics coursework, tools used in manufacturing. Includes Prerequisite: Math 095 with a grade of or instructor’s permission. enterprise resource planning (ERP), C or higher, or equivalent math place- material requirement planning (MRP), ment score. MATH 204 - Elementary Linear and aggregate planning. Prerequisite: MATH 097 - Beginning Algebra (5) Algebra (5) MANF 177 or instructor permission. This is the beginning course in algebra, An introductory course including sys- MANF 250 - Shop Supervision (5) building on topics introduced in math tems of linear equations; matrices; the vector space Rn; determinants, Cram- The study of personnel and process 096. Topics include: algebraic expres- er’s Rule; applications. Prerequisite: management in an industrial environ- sions, solving linear equations and MATH& 151 with a grade of C or better. ment. Includes the supervisors role in inequalities, graphing linear equations, an organization, effective leadership solving systems of linear equations and MATH 238 - Ordinary Differential skills, problem-solving applications, inequalities, mathematical modeling, Equations (5) effective safety techniques, and and functions. A non-CAS graphing An introductory course in differential successful communication concepts. calculator is required. Prerequisite: equations including first order equa- Prerequisite: MANF 177 or instructor MATH 096 with a grade of C or higher, tions, second order and higher order permission. or equivalent math placement score. equations, applications to physical and MANF 256 - Operations Management MATH 098 - Intermediate Algebra I (5) other systems. Prerequisite: MATH& (5) This is the first course in intermediate 153 with a grade of C or better. Study the role of operations managers algebra, building on topics introduced MATH 299 - Learning into Action (1- in manufacturing. Includes both stra- in math 097. Topics include: integer 15) tegic issues and practical applications, and rational exponents, polynomials Student develops and completes cur- decision making, process selection, and operations with polynomials, riculum-related independent project capacity planning, management of factoring polynomials, solving quadrat- which demonstrates skills and abili- quality, supply chain management, and ic equations by: factoring, the ties and explores career options. May personnel management. Prerequisite: root method, completing the square include, but is not limited to, service MANF 250 and CIS 150. and the quadratic formula; graphing learning, original research, and travel quadratic and exponential functions, MATH 015 - Technical Math for Diesel abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- modeling with polynomial and expo- Mechanics (1) quired. Students with 45 transferable nential functions. A non-CAS graphing college credits are eligible to begin Whole numbers, fractions, decimals, calculator is required. Prerequisite: Learning into Action. None percentages, measurements, ratios, MATH 097 with a grade of C or higher, MATH& 107 - Math in Society (5) proportions, and averages. None or equivalent math placement score. Natural Sciences MATH 087 - Special Topics in Math MATH 099 - Intermediate Algebra II (1-10) (5) A terminal course in mathematics for non-math or non-science majors. The Foundational and specialized aspects This is the second course in intermedi- course fulfills the quantitative reason- of math being studied under the MATH ate algebra, building on topics intro- ing requirement for the AA-DTA degree 87 umbrella will receive a PASS grade duced in math 098. Topics include: and for transfer. Topics may include for acceptable progress. A letter grade composite and inverse functions; loga- logic, probability, statistics, geome- for MATH 87 is only given when a rithmic, rational and radical functions; try, modeling, linear algebra, finance, student has completed the MATH 96 logarithmic, exponential, rational, trigonometry, problem solving, and the material with a passing grade (C or absolute value and radical equations; history of mathematics. A graphing better), and is ready for MATH 97 or radical and rational expressions; calculator may be required. Prereq- HMATH 100 or WMATH 100. None variation; absolute value inequalities; uisite: MATH 98 with a grade of C or complex numbers; and modeling with

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higher, or equivalent math placement MATH& 152 - Calculus II (5) Strongly recommended: Computer score. Natural Sciences literacy and file management skills. Strongly recommended: Computer MATH& 141 - Precalculus I (5) This course covers the study of indef- literacy and file management skills. Natural Sciences inite integrals, applications of integra- MIT 135 - Multimedia Design (5) This course covers fundamental topics tion, techniques of integration, and an of algebra, including: polynomials, introduction to differential equations. A Introduction to the design factors that exponential and logarithmic functions, graphing calculator is required. Prereq- apply to multimedia. Includes basic and their graphs; system of equations; uisite: MATH& 151 with a grade of C or design components for text, graphics, inequalities; and curve sketching. A higher. screen layout, color and the use of graphing calculator may be required. MATH& 153 - Calculus III (5) metaphor. Covers digital design for computers through a series of tasks Prerequisite: MATH 099 with a grade of Natural Sciences C or higher, or equivalent math place- and projects. Prerequisite: Strongly This course covers polar coordinates, ment score. recommended: computer literacy and parametric equations, and vectors in file management skills. Strongly rec- MATH& 142 - Precalculus II (5) space, vector-valued functions, and ommended: computer literacy and file Natural Sciences infinite series. A graphing calculator management skills. This course covers trigonometric func- is required. Prerequisite: MATH& 152 MIT 149 - Introduction to Web Page tions, complex numbers, the solution with a grade of C or higher. Design (5) of triangles, and conic sections. A MATH& 254 - Calculus IV (5) Introduction to the technologies and graphing calculator may be required. Topics include functions of several concepts associated with website Prerequisite: MATH& 141 with a grade variables, tangent planes, partial dif- design and development. Create of C or higher, or equivalent math ferentiation, the chain rule, Lagrange and design websites using HTML5 placement score. multipliers, double and triple integrals, and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS3). MATH& 146 - Introduction to Stats (5) vector fields, line and surface integrals. Student websites will be published Natural Sciences Culminates in the theorems of Green and critiqued. Prerequisite: Strongly and Stokes, along with the Divergence This course presents a connected in- recommended: Computer literacy and Theorem. Prerequisite: MATH& 153. troduction to probability and statistics file management skills. Strongly rec- using statistical inference as its theme. MIT 105 - Video Game Development ommended: Computer literacy and file The course covers descriptive statis- I (8) management skills. tics, probability distributions including Through the creation of some classic MIT 199 - Cooperative Educational the binomial and normal distributions, 2D games (e.g. Pong, Breakout & As- Experience (1-15) confidence intervals and hypothesis teroids) students explore the basics of Supervised work experience in the tests, and linear regression and cor- game development and coding. There field. Includes a weekly seminar. Pre- relation with an emphasis on statistical is a strong focus on the fundamental requisite: instructor permission. inference. A graphing calculator may building blocks of game development: MIT 205 - Video Game Development be required. Prerequisite: MATH 098 the math, design principles and asset III (8) with a grade of C or higher or equiva- creation skills required to build a lent math placement score. game. None This course focuses on game develop- ment as part of a project team. Each MATH& 148 - Business Calculus (5) MIT 115 - Video Game Development student, as part of a team, is tasked II (8) Natural Sciences with creating a game from scratch Techniques of calculating integrals Through the expansion of some classic from the design phase through pro- and derivatives and their applications 2D games (e.g. Breakout & Asteroids) duction and post-production, using an in business, economics, biology and students explore the development of agile development process. Prerequi- human relations. A graphing calculator game utilities (proofs-of-concept) that site: MIT 105 and MIT 115. is required. Prerequisite: MATH& 141 can be used as the building blocks for MIT 212 - Digital Videography (5) with a grade of C or higher or equiva- any type of game. There is a strong Introduction to digital videography. lent score on math placement test. focus on the skills required to become an independent game developer: the Essential techniques and hands on MATH& 151 - Calculus I (5) vector math behind a game engine’s training on digital video equipment to Natural Sciences collision detection routines, data struc- capture quality digital video footage. Limits and continuity, differentiation tures for advanced coding and anima- Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: and applications, Mean value theorem, tion in both 2D & 3D environments. computer literacy and file management applications of differentiation, related MIT 105 skills. Strongly recommended: comput- er literacy and file management skills. rates, curve sketching, min-max prob- MIT 125 - Introduction to Interactive lems, concavity, and anti-derivatives. A Multimedia (5) MIT 213 - Digital Photography (5) graphing calculator is required. Prereq- Introduction to digital media termi- Introduction to digital photography. uisite: MATH& 142 with a grade of C or nology, concepts and trends. Use a Includes basic camera techniques. higher or equivalent math placement variety of industry-leading software Covers camera features and functions, score. applications and technologies to create software, downloading, enhancing, and design digital media. Prerequisite: transferring files and making pho- to-quality images. Prerequisite: Strong-

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ly recommended: computer literacy MIT 236 - Adobe Experience Design keting tool that showcases ability and and file management skills. Strongly (5) preparation for a career in graphic recommended: computer literacy and Use Adobe Comet to design and design, photography, web design, and/ file management skills. prototype websites and mobiles apps. or video game design. Prerequisite: MIT 220 - Adobe InDesign (5) Prerequisite: Computer literacy and file This is the capstone course within the MIT program. For students pursuing a Introduction to basic and advanced management skills. certificate or degree in MIT, it is highly page layout techniques. Use Adobe MIT 240 - Adobe Dreamweaver (5) recommended that this course be InDesign to design professional page Use Adobe Dreamweaver to design, taken during the students final quarter. layouts with graphics and typography. develop and publish media-rich, Strongly recommended: Computer Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: dynamic websites that are responsive literacy and file management skills computer literacy and file management and accessible. Prerequisite: Strongly as well as experience with Web-based skills. Strongly recommended: comput- recommended: computer literacy and multimedia applications and tools is er literacy and file management skills. file management skills. Strongly rec- essential. Strongly recommended: MIT 226 - Adobe Photoshop (5) ommended: computer literacy and file Computer literacy and file manage- Introduction to basic and advanced management skills. ment skills as well as experience with image editing techniques. Use Adobe MIT 249 - Advanced Web Page Design Web-based multimedia applications Photoshop to create graphics, ma- (5) and tools is essential. nipulate photographs, edit video, and Introduction to the technologies and is- MT 102 - Marine Applied Mathematics prepare files for the web and print. sues associated with advanced website (5) Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: design and development. Create and Practical course in mathematics involv- computer literacy and file management design dynamic, accessible, responsive ing whole numbers, fractions, deci- skills. Strongly recommended: comput- websites using HTML5, CSS3, JavaS- mals, ratios, proportions, percentages, er literacy and file management skills. cript and other advanced web devel- and basic geometric constructions. MIT 227 - Adobe Premiere Pro (5) opment technologies. Prerequisite: Introduction to applied algebra and Introduction to basic and advanced computer literacy and file management basic trigonometric functions. Includes video editing techniques. Use Adobe skills as well as some experience with practical blueprint reading. None. HTML and CSS strongly recommend- Premiere Pro to create import, edit MT 105 - Safety, Tools, and Fastenings ed. and export digital video using transi- (6) tions, compositing and other advanced MIT 260 - Search Engine Optimization Shop safety including use of tools, effects. Prerequisite: Strongly recom- (5) fastening, and maintenance practices. mended: computer literacy and file Learn essential tips and search engine None management skills. Strongly recom- optimization techniques. Improve the MT 106 - Rigging (4) mended: computer literacy and file number and quality of visitors to a Web management skills. site as well as the Web site’s ranking Includes types of rigs, conversion or MIT 228 - Adobe Animate (5) on the most popular search engines. modifications of rigging. Proper tuning of rigging as well as selection of mate- Use Adobe Animate to create anima- Prerequisite: Strongly recommended: rials and approved installation meth- tion and interactivity for the web and Computer literacy and file manage- ods for standing and running rigging. video game programming. Prerequi- ment skills. Strongly recommended: Includes how to rig, lift, and secure site: Strongly recommended: computer Computer literacy and file manage- marine equipment for installation and literacy and file management skills. ment skills. removal. None Strongly recommended: computer MIT 270 - CMS Fundamentals (5) MT 119 - OSHA 10 Training and literacy and file management skills. A detailed look at the history, dynam- Forklift Certification (2) MIT 229 - Adobe Illustrator (5) ics and types of Content Management Occupational Safety and Health Admin- Introduction to basic and advanced Systems (CMS). Students will also be istration (OSHA) training program for digital illustration. Use Adobe Illus- given hands-on experience setting up a maritime industry training workers re- trator to create vector-based graphics CMS site, one of which will focus on the garding their rights, employer respon- and artwork. Prerequisite: Strongly development of blogging skills. Prereq- sibilities, and how to file a complaint recommended: computer literacy and uisite: Strongly recommended: Com- as well as how to identify, abate, avoid file management skills. Strongly rec- puter literacy and file management and prevent job related hazards. In- ommended: computer literacy and file skills as well as some experience with cluded is the Washington State Depart- management skills. HTML and CSS. Strongly recommend- ed: Computer literacy and file manage- ment of Labor and Industries forklift MIT 235 - User Experience Design ment skills as well as some experience certification program. Forklift training (UX) (5) with HTML and CSS. is required for all operators of a forklift Introduction to user experience (UX) which is commonly used in the marine MIT 280 - Digital Portfolio (5) design principles and patterns. Pre- industry. None Design a web-based digital portfolio to requisite: Strongly recommended: MT 132 - Marine Electrical Systems I be used as an interactive resume, an computer literacy and file management (5) skills. Strongly recommended: comput- archive of work, and a demonstration Basic AC and DC electrical systems er literacy and file management skills. of aptitude, skill and proficiency. The digital portfolio will serve as a mar- as found on recreational and small

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commercial vessels. Installation and service procedures. Prerequisite: MT MT 240 - Outboard Motor Operation troubleshooting of engine operation 160 or instructor permission. and Service (3) systems for charging and starting, DC MT 199 - Cooperative Education Introduction to outboard motors as the house systems for lights, pumps, and Experience (1-4) world’s most common marine propul- multi-state voltage regulation. Includes Supervised work experience in the sion system. Operation and mainte- proper multi-meter use and electrical field. Prerequisite: Instructor permis- nance of outboard motors, specifically safety. None sion required. portable units under 20 horsepower. MT 133 - Marine Electrical Systems Covers ignition, fuel, cooling, lower MT 204 - Advanced Marine Systems II (5) units, tune-up procedures, winteriza- (5) Marine AC electrical systems, sizing of tions. None Advanced marine systems as found battery banks, inverter systems, wind MT 251 - Independent Study (1-5) on recreational and small commer- and solar charging systems, gen-sets cial vessels. Installation, design, and Special project as approved by instruc- and galvanic corrosion. Preparation troubleshooting of modern marine tor and department chair. None for ABYC Marine Electrical Technician systems such as water makers, fire MT 270 - Marine Hydraulic Systems Certification. Prerequisite: MT 132 or suppression, propane, refrigeration, (5) instructor permission. active stabilization, and advanced Installation, design, and troubleshoot- MT 134 - Marine Electrical Systems monitoring. Preparation for the ABYC ing of hydraulic systems found on III (5) Marine Systems certification exam. recreational and commercial vessels. Advanced electrical systems including Prerequisite: MT132. These systems are used for stabiliza- marine corrosion, advanced battery MT 216 - Marine Outdrives (3) tion, davits, lifting cranes, steering, technologies, hybrid boat power sys- Study of sterndrive propulsion sys- and accessory drive equipment. Pre- tems, distributed power systems, and tems. Includes common service pro- requisite: MT 132. modern electrical control systems. cedures, model identification, vertical MUSC 100 - Music Fundamentals (5) Preparation for ABYC corrosion certif- drive rebuilding procedures, trim/tilt icate. Prerequisite: MT 133 or instruc- Humanities functions, shift adjustments, utilizing tor permission. This course is designed for the service manuals and parts information non-music major who wants to learn MT 136 - Marine Sanitation Systems, for problem solving. None Plumbing and Pumps (5) to read music. Note reading, rhyth- MT 230 - Marine Electronics (3) mic skills and a basic introduction Covers marine specialized toilets, hold- Includes National Marine Manufactures to scales, intervals and harmony are ing tanks, treatment systems, pumps, Association guidelines and familiariza- included. No musical background is and discharge systems. Includes tion with actual equipment operation required. This course can also be taken installation of marine pumps in new or of electronic devices for navigation and by students wanting to become music retrofit vessels, tank sizing, plumbing, communication with installation inter- majors but whose music reading skills and applicable USCG and ABYC stan- and operation. Preparation for are insufficient. Prerequisite: Grade dards. None NMEA Basic Marine Installer certifica- of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 097, or AESL MT 160 - Marine Engine Systems (7) tion. None 098, or appropriate test score. Operation, service, troubleshooting MT 231 - Marine Heating, Air MUSC 108 - Class Voice (2) and general maintenance of inboard Conditioning & Refrigeration (5) Vocal technique including breathing, gas and diesel engines in recreational Includes selection, installation and tone production, diction, and interpre- and small commercial vessels. Tune-up service of marine hot air and hydronic tation of literature from Spanish, Ger- procedures for gas ignition systems. heating systems. Covers operation, man, Italian, folk and musical theater Routine service and maintenance selection, installation and testing of traditions. The mechanics of singing, of these systems. Includes starting, refrigeration and air conditioning sys- the artistry of singing and building charging, fuel, cooling, lubrication and tems. Covers fuel gas systems comply- confidence in the individual solo voice winterization of engines. None ing with standards from ABYC, NFPA, are emphasized. None MT 161 - Inboard Drivetrain/ and Natural Gas Association adjust- MUSC 111 - Class Piano I (3) Sterndrives and Saildrives (5) ment of these systems. Prerequisite: The course is designed for those with Theory and hands-on experience in MT 132 or instructor permission. limited or no keyboard background marine inboard engine drive systems MT 236 - Marine Electronics II (3) and includes basic notation, rhythm with emphasis on shafts, couplings, Covers National Marine Manufacturers skills, technique, and sight reading. alignment, stuffing boxes, underwater Association guidelines. Includes famil- Each class includes group and individ- running gear, rudders, engine throttle iarization with equipment operation of ual instruction in ensemble playing and and shift controls, repairs and align- electronic devices for navigation and repertoire materials. Music Majors are ments, steering systems, and remote communication with installation inter- required, depending on piano playing control systems for engine and trans- facing and operation. Preparation for skills, to take this course along with mission. Covers operation and main- NMEA 2000 certification. Prerequisite: MUSC 141. None tenance of sterndrives and saildrive MT 230 or instructor permission. types of marine drivetrains empha- MUSC 113 - Intermediate Piano (3) sizing preventative maintenance and This course is designed for those with limited or no keyboard background

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and includes basic notation, rhythm placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in performs a wide variety of concert skills, technique, and sight reading. ENGL 099. band literature from Jazz to Classi- Each class includes group and indi- MUSC 129 - World Music: D (5) cal. No audition is needed, however vidual instruction in ensemble playing some skill on the instrument is helpful. Humanities and repertoire materials. Music majors Students are expected to rehearse for with little to no piano experience are A survey of the music of non-Western two hours each week and attend all required to take this course along with cultures. Students will use writing, rehearsals and performances. There MUSC& 141. Prerequisite: None discussions, and group and individual will be at least one performance per projects to examine the contexts in MUSC 114 - Class Guitar I (2) quarter. Contact the director for fee which the musics of these cultures information. None Beginning concepts of Blues, Jazz, and exist. Prerequisite: Appropriate place- MUSC 160 - Musical Theater Rock Guitar styles. Improvisation on ment or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL Workshop (1) Rock and Blues patterns, basic chords, 099. note recognition, and ensemble funda- Students audition both musically and MUSC 137 - Choir (2) mentals will be learned. Students must dramatically and are then placed in have an acoustic guitar. None Humanities suitable roles in familiar and not-so-fa- MUSC 115 - Class Guitar II (2) Performance of standard choir mu- miliar shows from which scenes are sic and major works including works chosen. Prerequisite: instructor’s Continuing study and practice of from non-Western cultures whenever permission after audition. Blues, Jazz, and Rock Guitar styles. possible. Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or Further improvisation on Rock and MUSC 164 - Jazz Ensemble (1-3) higher in ENGL 097, or AESL 098, or Blues patterns, intermediate chords, Humanities appropriate test score. continued note recognition, and en- The Jazz Ensemble is a perfor- MUSC 138 - Small Vocal Ensemble semble fundamentals will be learned. mance-oriented group. The student will (1-5) Students must have an acoustic guitar. explore the varieties of jazz styles from Prerequisite: MUSC 114 with a grade of Humanities funk, bebop, and Latin to swing. Stu- C or better or instructor’s permission. Involves choral, madrigal singing, jazz dents must provide their own instru- MUSC 116 - Class Guitar III (2) and popular styles. Performing music ment and have had prior performance Continuing study and practice of from non-European traditions when- experience. Contact the music depart- Blues, Jazz, and Rock Guitar styles. ever possible. Advanced academic ment about placement audition. None Further improvisation on Rock and setting. Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or MUSC 175 - Voice Intermediate (1) higher in ENGL 097, or AESL 098, or Blues patterns, intermediate chords, Applied music instruction. Individual appropriate test score. Instructor’s continued note recognition, and en- instruction in voice or instrument for permission required; placement by semble fundamentals will be learned. music majors only which focuses on audition only. Instructor’s permission Students must have an acoustic guitar. the practical application of musical required; placement by audition only. Prerequisite: MUSC 115 with a grade of principles to performance. Must be C or better or instructor’s permission. MUSC 144 - Composition (1-2) concurrently enrolled in one of the MUSC 127 - History of Rock and Roll: Students will learn the basics of following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or D (5) composing original musical pieces, 241, 242, 243. May also be taken Humanities perform them in class and possibly a by non-music majors depending on concert venue, and submit a final work circumstances. No more than 1 credit This course provides a general survey to a national composition contest. per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. of the development and evolution of Prerequisite: Must have taken or be Prerequisite:Music Department Chair rock and roll from its roots to the pres- currently enrolled in Music Theory or permission required. Audition may be ent. The goal of the course is to famil- permission of the instructor. required. Audition may be required. iarize the student with the social and historical context of the development MUSC 146 - Symphony Orchestra (1) MUSC 176 - Guitar I (1) of rock and roll, and to recognize and Perform music from each of the Ba- Applied music instruction. Individual appreciate the major performers and roque, Classic, Romantic and contem- instruction in voice or instrument for styles of rock and roll in performance. porary periods. Students will advance music majors only which focuses on Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or in their understanding of large ensem- the practical application of musical grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099. ble playing. Two and one-half hours per principles to performance. Must be MUSC 128 - Jazz: America’s Artform: week is expected in ensemble practice, concurrently enrolled in one of the D (5) three hours of individual practice, and following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or all dress rehearsals and concerts are 241, 242, 243. May also be taken Humanities required. Wind players are by audi- by non-music majors depending on This course provides a general survey tions; string players should be adept at circumstance. No more than 1 credit of the development and evolution of position work and fundamental tech- per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. jazz from its roots to the present. The niques. None Prerequisite:Music Department Chair student will explore the background, MUSC 147 - Skagit Community Band permission required. Audition may be history, characteristics and signifi- (1) required. Audition may be required. cant performing artists of the major jazz styles. Prerequisite: Appropriate The Skagit Community Band is a community-based organization that

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MUSC 178 - Brass - Intermediate (1) MUSC 187 - Drums-Intermediate (1) the practical application of musical Applied music instruction. Individual Applied music instruction. Individual principles to performance. Must be instruction in voice or instrument for instruction in voice or instrument for concurrently enrolled in one of the music majors only which focuses on music majors only which focuses on following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or the practical application of musical the practical application of musical 241, 242, 243. May also be taken principles to performance. Must be principles to performance. Must be by non-music majors depending on concurrently enrolled in one of the concurrently enrolled in one of the circumstance. No more than 1 credit following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. 241, 242, 243. May also be taken 241, 242, 243. May also be taken Prerequisite: Music Department Chair by non-music majors depending on by non-music majors depending on permission required. Audition may be circumstance. No more than 1 credit circumstance. No more than 1 credit required. Audition may be required. per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. MUSC 278 - Brass-Advanced (1) Prerequisite: Music Department Chair Prerequisite: Music Department Chair Applied music instruction. Individual permission required. Audition may be permission required. Audition may be instruction in voice or instrument for required. Audition may be required. required. Audition may be required. music majors only which focuses on MUSC 179 - Woodwind-Intermediate MUSC 213 - Advance Piano Class (3) the practical application of musical (1) MUSC 213 is a continuation of MUSC principles to performance. Must be Applied music instruction. Individual 113. This course is in sync with key- concurrently enrolled in one of the instruction in voice or instrument for board expectations in the music trans- following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or music majors only which focuses on fer degree. Careful attention will be 241, 242, 243. May also be taken the practical application of musical given to technical elements of playing, by non-music majors depending on principles to performance. Must be such as scales, chords, arpeggios, pro- circumstance. No more than 1 credit concurrently enrolled in one of the gressions, transpositions, sight reading per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or and ensemble playing required to pass Prerequisite: Music Department Chair 241, 242, 243. May also be taken the piano proficiency exam at a 4-year permission required. Audition may be by non-music majors depending on transfer institution. Required for music required. Audition may be required. circumstance. No more than 1 credit majors. Prerequisite: MUSC 113 with MUSC 279 - Woodwind-Advanced (1) per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. a grade of C or better or instructor’s Applied music instruction. Individual Prerequisite: Music Department Chair permission. instruction in voice or instrument for permission required. Audition may be MUSC 244 - Advanced Composition music majors only which focuses on required. Audition may be required. (2) the practical application of musical MUSC 180 - Strings-Intermediate (1) Students will compose original musical principles to performance. Must be Applied music instruction. Individual pieces of increasing sophistication, concurrently enrolled in one of the instruction in voice or instrument for performing them in class and possibly following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or music majors only which focuses on in a concert venue. Emphasis will be 241, 242, 243. May also be taken the practical application of musical placed on musical analysis and the by non-music majors depending on principles to performance. Must be study of orchestration and the appli- circumstance. No more than 1 credit concurrently enrolled in one of the cation of this to individualized compo- per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or sitions. Prerequisite: MUSC 144 and Prerequisite: Music Department Chair 241, 242, 243. May also be taken concurrent enrollment in Music Theory permission required. Audition may be by non-music majors depending on or permission of the instructor. required. Audition may be required. circumstance. No more than 1 credit MUSC 275 - Voice-Advanced (1) MUSC 280 - Strings-Advanced (1) per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. Applied music instruction. Individual Applied music instruction. Individual Prerequisite: Music Department Chair instruction in voice or instrument for instruction in voice or instrument for permission required. Audition may be music majors only which focuses on music majors only which focuses on required. Audition may be required. the practical application of musical the practical application of musical MUSC 182 - Piano-Intermediate (1) principles to performance. Must be principles to performance. Must be Applied music instruction. Individual concurrently enrolled in one of the concurrently enrolled in one of the instruction in voice or instrument for following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or music majors only which focuses on 241, 242, 243. May also be taken 241, 242, 243. May also be taken the practical application of musical by non-music majors depending on by non-music majors depending on principles to performance. Must be circumstance. No more than 1 credit circumstance. No more than 1 credit concurrently enrolled in one of the per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or Prerequisite: Music Department Chair Prerequisite: Music Department Chair 241, 242, 243. May also be taken permission required. Audition may be permission required. Audition may be by non-music majors depending on required. Audition may be required. required. Audition may be required. circumstance. No more than 1 credit MUSC 276 - Guitar II (1) MUSC 282 - Piano-Advanced (1) per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. Applied music instruction. Individual Applied music instruction. Individual Prerequisite: Music Department Chair instruction in voice or instrument for instruction in voice or instrument for permission required. Audition may be music majors only which focuses on music majors only which focuses on required. Audition may be required. the practical application of musical

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principles to performance. Must be A continuation of MUSC& 141, but of biological, geologic, and oceano- concurrently enrolled in one of the including a systematic study of chords graphic interest. None following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or and harmony. Continued development NASC 161 - Eastern Washington Field 241, 242, 243. May also be taken of aural skills through an emphasis on Study (1-5) by non-music majors depending on sight singing and dictation. Continued Natural history field study and lecture circumstance. No more than 1 credit development of piano skills. Required course held in eastern Washington. per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. for Music Majors. Prerequisite: MUSC& Consists of guided field study with Prerequisite: Music Department Chair 141 with grade of C or higher, or equiv- supplemental lectures and labs on ar- permission required. Audition may be alent or instructor permission. eas of biological and geologic interest. required. Audition may be required. MUSC& 143 - Music Theory III (5) None MUSC 287 - Drums-Advanced (1) A continuation of MUSC& 142 , this NASC 299 - Learning into Action (1- Applied music instruction. Individual class will cover non-chord tones and 15) instruction in voice or instrument for diatonic 7th chords, using these skills Student develops and completes cur- music majors only which focuses on to harmonize melodies. Required for riculum-related independent project the practical application of musical Music Majors. Prerequisite: MUSC& which demonstrates skills and abili- principles to performance. Must be 142 with grade of C or higher, or in- ties and explores career options. May concurrently enrolled in one of the structor permission. include, but is not limited to, service following: MUSC& 141, 142, 143 or MUSC& 241 - Music Theory IV (5) learning, original research, and travel 241, 242, 243. May also be taken Music Theory IV is the continuation abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- by non-music majors depending on of first-year music theory. Students quired. Students with 45 transferable circumstance. No more than 1 credit enrolling must have completed Music college credits are eligible to begin per quarter to a maximum of 6 credits. Theory I, II, III prior to enrolling. Com- Learning into Action. None Prerequisite: Music Department Chair position, analysis and performance, permission required. Audition may be NURS 099 - TEAS TEST PREP (2) ear training and keyboarding are em- required. Audition may be required. Review and practice for the four areas phasized. Prerequisite: MUSC& 143. MUSC 299 - Learning into Action (1- on the TEAS test: 1)Quantitative; 2) MUSC& 242 - Music Theory V (5) 15) Reading; 3) Grammar; 4) Science This course continues the study of BIOL& 160 or equivalent with a C or Student develops and completes cur- music theory from Music Theory IV. higher riculum-related independent project Counterpoint techniques in music which demonstrates skills and abili- NURS 100 - Nursing Assistant/AIDS literature will be examined and com- ties and explores career options. May Education (lecture) (4) posed. Prerequisite: MUSC& 241 with include, but is not limited to, service This is a State of Washington-Depart- a grade of C or better or instructor’s learning, original research, and travel ment of Health approved program for permission. abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- nursing assistant certified training. quired. Students with 45 transferable MUSC& 243 - Music Theory VI (5) Students must arrive on time the first college credits are eligible to begin Music Theory VI is the last quarter day/night of class and be in atten- Learning into Action. None of second year music theory. Late dance at every class in its entirety. MUSC& 105 - Music Appreciation (5) Romantic and modern compositional To receive the completion certificate, techniques will be studied and com- the student must pass the course and Humanities posed. Prerequisite: MUSC& 242 with complete mandated classroom, lab, As an introduction and exploration of a grade of C or better or instructor’s and clinical hours. After receiving the music, this foundation course exam- permission. course completion certificate, the stu- ines Western music from the Middle NASC 100 - Introduction to Physical dent can then take the state mandated Ages to the present, focusing on sig- Science (5) written and skills test. The additional nificant composers and compositions state fees for testing and endorsement Natural Sciences and the historical context in which they are approximately $190. Prerequisite: were written. Prerequisite: Appropriate A survey of the physical sciences Current American Heart Association placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in designed to give the non-science major Healthcare Provider CPR card is re- ENGL 099. a basic understanding of mechanics, quired. A current TB test is required. heat, waves, sound, light, electrici- MUSC& 141 - Music Theory I (5) NURS 101 - Nursing Assistant/AIDS ty, magnetism, and atomic theory. Humanities Education (clinical) (3) Includes topics in astronomy and earth The study of notation, intervals, scales, science. Lab included. Prerequisite: This is a State of Washington-Depart- simple melodies, and rhythms. De- Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 ment of Health approved program for velopment of aural skills through an or higher in ENGL 099. nursing assistant certified training. emphasis on sight singing, dictation, Students must arrive on time the first NASC 160 - Western Washington Field and piano skills. Required for Music day/night of class and be in atten- Study (1-5) majors. Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or dance at every class in its entirety. higher in ENGL 097, or AESL 098, or Natural history field study and lecture To receive the completion certificate, appropriate test score. course held in western Washington. the student must pass the course and Consists of guided field study with sup- MUSC& 142 - Music Theory II (5) complete mandated classroom, lab, plemental lectures and labs on areas and clinical hours. After receiving the Humanities

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course completion certificate, the stu- Healthcare Provider card, and current practice. Prerequisites: CHEM& 121, dent can then take the state mandated immunization status required. BIOL& 160 or 211, BIOL& 260, BIOL& written and skills test. The additional NURS 172 - Nursing Fundamentals- 241, BIOL& 242, ENGL& 101, MATH& state fees for testing and endorsement Skills & Pract:D (clinical) (2) 146, PSYC& 100 and 200 and NUTR& are approximately $190. Prerequisite: 101. Overall grade point average of 3.0 Introduction to the Associate Degree in Current American Heart Association (B) for science prerequisites and over- Nursing. Includes the foundation need- Healthcare Provider CPR card is re- all 3.0 GPA (B) required for all NURS ed for basic nursing practice and more quired. A current TB test is required. 171-173 prerequisite courses; AHA advanced study. Concepts of person, Healthcare Provider card, and current NURS 102 - Nursing Assistant/AIDS health, environment, and nursing will immunization status required. AHA Education (lab) (1) be introduced. The nursing process is Healthcare Provider card, and current This is a State of Washington-Depart- presented as the primary mechanism immunization status required. ment of Health approved program for for providing care. Therapeutic com- nursing assistant certified training. munication techniques are studied as NURS 181 - Nursing M/S Patient- Students must arrive on time the first well as basic knowledge in pharma- Practicum (lecture) (6) day/night of class and be in atten- cology. Components of a complete Introduction to concepts and basic dance at every class in its entirety. multi-dimensional health assessment care of selected individuals through- To receive the completion certificate, are presented. Focuses on the well out the lifespan experiencing basic the student must pass the course and individual and normal physiologic func- alterations in cell growth, cardiac complete mandated classroom, lab, tioning including introductory review of function, endocrine function (including and clinical hours. After receiving the basic alterations in health. Additional diabetes), gastrointestinal function, course completion certificate, the stu- concepts basic to nursing practice are musculoskeletal function, neurolog- dent can then take the state mandated addressed including the Art of Nursing, ical function, and those undergoing written and skills test. The additional safety, nutrition, lifespan, health teach- surgery. Principles of pharmacology, state fees for testing and endorsement ing, culture, leadership, and ethical/ nutrition and psychological issues will are approximately $190. Prerequisite: legal aspects of practice. Encompass- be integrated throughout. Concepts of Current American Heart Association es the fundamental skills of nursing context and environment, knowledge Healthcare Provider CPR card is re- practice. Prerequisites: CHEM& 121, and science, personal and professional quired. A current TB test is required. BIOL& 160 or 211, BIOL& 260, BIOL& development, quality and safety, rela- NURS 171 - Nursing Fundamentals- 241, BIOL& 242, ENGL& 101, MATH& tionship centered care and teamwork Skills & Pract:D (lecture) (7) 146, PSYC& 100 and 200 and NUTR& are integrated throughout. Prerequi- 101. Overall grade point average of 3.0 site: NURS 171, 172, 173 with a grade Introduction to the Associate Degree in (B) for science prerequisites and over- of 2.0 (C) or higher. Nursing. Includes the foundation need- all 3.0 GPA (B) required for all NURS ed for basic nursing practice and more NURS 182 - Nursing M/S Patient- 171-173 prerequisite courses; AHA advanced study. Concepts of person, Practicum (clinical) (6) Healthcare Provider card, and current health, environment, and nursing will Introduction to concepts and basic immunization status required. AHA be introduced. The nursing process is care of selected individuals through- Healthcare Provider card, and current presented as the primary mechanism out the lifespan experiencing basic immunization status required. for providing care. Therapeutic com- alterations in cell growth, cardiac munication techniques are studied as NURS 173 - Nursing Fundamentals- function, endocrine function (including well as basic knowledge in pharma- Skills & Pract:D (lab) (3) diabetes), gastrointestinal function, cology. Components of a complete Introduction to the Associate Degree in musculoskeletal function, neurolog- multi-dimensional health assessment Nursing. Includes the foundation need- ical function, and those undergoing are presented. Focuses on the well ed for basic nursing practice and more surgery. Principles of pharmacology, individual and normal physiologic func- advanced study. Concepts of person, nutrition and psychological issues will tioning including introductory review of health, environment, and nursing will be integrated throughout. Concepts of basic alterations in health. Additional be introduced. The nursing process is context and environment, knowledge concepts basic to nursing practice are presented as the primary mechanism and science, personal and professional addressed including the Art of Nursing, for providing care. Therapeutic com- development, quality and safety, rela- safety, nutrition, lifespan, health teach- munication techniques are studied as tionship centered care and teamwork ing, culture, leadership, and ethical/ well as basic knowledge in pharma- are integrated throughout. Prerequi- legal aspects of practice. Encompass- cology. Components of a complete site: NURS 171, 172, 173 with a grade es the fundamental skills of nursing multi-dimensional health assessment of 2.0 (C) or higher. practice. Prerequisites: CHEM& 121, are presented. Focuses on the well NURS 191 - Nursing OB, Pediatrics, BIOL& 160 or 211, BIOL& 260, BIOL& individual and normal physiologic func- M/S-Skls Prac (lecture) (3) 241, BIOL& 242, ENGL& 101, MATH& tioning including introductory review of Introduction to concepts and basic 146, PSYC& 100 and 200 and NUTR& basic alterations in health. Additional care of selected individuals throughout 101. Overall grade point average of 3.0 concepts basic to nursing practice are the lifespan experiencing basic alter- (B) for science prerequisites and over- addressed including the Art of Nursing, ations in renal and urinary function, all 3.0 GPA (B) required for all NURS safety, nutrition, lifespan, health teach- male and female reproduction, and 171-173 prerequisite courses; AHA ing, culture, leadership, and ethical/ integumentary function. Adaptations Healthcare Provider card, and current legal aspects of practice. Encompass- with normal pregnancy, childbirth, the immunization status required. AHA es the fundamental skills of nursing

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newborn to adolescent are examined personal and professional develop- gastrointestinal accessory systems. In as well as common alterations. The ment, quality and safety, relationship addition to medical-surgical care, the nursing process serves as the orga- centered care and teamwork are care of patients experiencing a high nizing framework for the study and integrated throughout. Prerequisites: risk pregnancy and high risk newborns delivery of nursing care. In addition, NURS 191, 192 with grade of 2.0 (C) or is described. Concepts of context and principles of pharmacology, nutrition higher. environment, knowledge and science, and psychological issues will be inte- NURS 273 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, personal and professional develop- grated throughout. Prerequisite: NURS M/S-Skls Prac (lab) (2) ment, quality and safety, relationship 181, 182 with grade of 2.0 (C) or high- centered care and teamwork are inte- Examines nursing care complex physi- er. Concurrent enrollment in SOC 191. grated throughout. (Section one of a cal alterations in the pediatric individ- two-part course.) Prerequisite: Current NURS 192 - Nursing OB, Pediatrics, uals as well as adult individuals who unencumbered Washington State LPN M/S-Skls Prac (clinical) (4) are experiencing complex alterations license. Introduction to concepts and basic in the endocrine, gastrointestinal and care of selected individuals throughout gastrointestinal accessory systems. In NURS 276 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, the lifespan experiencing basic alter- addition to medical-surgical care, the M/S-Skls Prac (lab 1) (1) ations in renal and urinary function, care of patients experiencing a high Examines nursing care complex physi- male and female reproduction, and risk pregnancy and high risk newborns cal alterations in the pediatric individ- integumentary function. Adaptations is described. Concepts of context and uals as well as adult individuals who with normal pregnancy, childbirth, the environment, knowledge and science, are experiencing complex alterations newborn to adolescent are examined personal and professional develop- in the endocrine, gastrointestinal and as well as common alterations. The ment, quality and safety, relationship gastrointestinal accessory systems. In nursing process serves as the orga- centered care and teamwork are addition to medical-surgical care, the nizing framework for the study and integrated throughout. Prerequisites: care of patients experiencing a high delivery of nursing care. In addition, NURS 191, 192 with grade of 2.0 (C) or risk pregnancy and high risk newborns principles of pharmacology, nutrition higher. is described. Concepts of context and and psychological issues will be inte- NURS 274 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, environment, knowledge and science, grated throughout. Prerequisite: NURS M/S-Skls Prac (lecture 1) (3) personal and professional develop- 181, 182 with grade of 2.0 (C) or high- ment, quality and safety, relationship Examines nursing care complex physi- er. Concurrent enrollment in SOC 191. centered care and teamwork are inte- cal alterations in the pediatric individ- grated throughout. (Section one of a NURS 271 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, uals as well as adult individuals who two-part course.) Prerequisite: Current M/S-Skls Prac (lecture) (5) are experiencing complex alterations unencumbered Washington State LPN Examines nursing care complex physi- in the endocrine, gastrointestinal and license. cal alterations in the pediatric individ- gastrointestinal accessory systems. In uals as well as adult individuals who addition to medical-surgical care, the NURS 277 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, are experiencing complex alterations care of patients experiencing a high M/S-Skls Prac (lecture 2) (2) in the endocrine, gastrointestinal and risk pregnancy and high risk newborns Examines nursing care complex physi- gastrointestinal accessory systems. In is described. Concepts of context and cal alterations in the pediatric individ- addition to medical-surgical care, the environment, knowledge and science, uals as well as adult individuals who care of patients experiencing a high personal and professional develop- are experiencing complex alterations risk pregnancy and high risk newborns ment, quality and safety, relationship in the endocrine, gastrointestinal and is described. Concepts of context and centered care and teamwork are gastrointestinal accessory systems. In environment, knowledge and science, integrated throughout. (Section one addition to medical-surgical care, the personal and professional develop- of a two-part course.) Prerequisites: care of patients experiencing a high ment, quality and safety, relationship CHEM& 121, BIOL& 160 or 211, BIOL& risk pregnancy and high risk newborns centered care and teamwork are 260, BIOL& 241, BIOL& 242, ENGL& is described. Concepts of context and integrated throughout. Prerequisites: 101, MATH& 146, PSYC& 100 and 200 environment, knowledge and science, NURS 191, 192 with grade of 2.0 (C) or and NUTR& 101. Overall grade point personal and professional develop- higher. average of 3.0 (B) for science prerequi- ment, quality and safety, relationship NURS 272 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, sites and overall 3.0 GPA (B) required centered care and teamwork are inte- M/S-Skls Prac (clinical) (5) for all part-time RN Nursing courses. grated throughout. (Section two of a Current unemcumbered Washington two-part course.) Prerequisites: NURS Examines nursing care complex physi- State LPN license. AHA Healthcare Pro- 274, 275, 276 with a C grade (2.0) or cal alterations in the pediatric individ- vider card, and current immunization higher. uals as well as adult individuals who status required. are experiencing complex alterations NURS 278 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, in the endocrine, gastrointestinal and NURS 275 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, M/S-Skls Prac (clinical 2) (3) gastrointestinal accessory systems. In M/S-Skls Prac (clinical 1) (2) Examines nursing care complex physi- addition to medical-surgical care, the Examines nursing care complex physi- cal alterations in the pediatric individ- care of patients experiencing a high cal alterations in the pediatric individ- uals as well as adult individuals who risk pregnancy and high risk newborns uals as well as adult individuals who are experiencing complex alterations is described. Concepts of context and are experiencing complex alterations in the endocrine, gastrointestinal and environment, knowledge and science, in the endocrine, gastrointestinal and gastrointestinal accessory systems. In

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addition to medical-surgical care, the respiratory, cardiac, hematologic/on- NURS 287 - Nursing Complx M/S & care of patients experiencing a high cologic and renal function. In addition Geriatric Patient (lecture 2) (3) risk pregnancy and high risk newborns to these medical/surgical concepts, Examines nursing care of selected in- is described. Concepts of context and trauma, disaster preparedness and dividuals, throughout the lifespan with environment, knowledge and science, critical care will be addressed. Con- a special focus on the geriatric popula- personal and professional develop- tains 16 hours of psychiatric nursing tion experiencing complex and multidi- ment, quality and safety, relationship clinical which applies previous learning mensional alterations in neurological, centered care and teamwork are inte- in acute care and/or community care respiratory, cardiac, hematologic/on- grated throughout. (Section two of a settings. Focuses on applying previous cologic and renal function. In addition two-part course.) Prerequisite: Current learning in the advanced care of men- to these medical/surgical concepts, unencumbered Washington State LPN tal health patients. The pharmacologic trauma, disaster preparedness and license. management of these patients will also critical care will be addressed. Con- NURS 279 - Nursing Advncd OB, Ped, be analyzed. Prerequisite: NURS 271, tains 16 hours of psychiatric nursing M/S-Skls Prac (lab 2) (1) 272, 273 with a grade of 2.0 (C) or clinical which applies previous learning higher. Examines nursing care complex physi- in acute care and/or community care cal alterations in the pediatric individ- NURS 284 - Nursing Complx M/S & settings. Focuses on applying previous uals as well as adult individuals who Geriatric Patient (lecture 1) (3) learning in the advanced care of men- are experiencing complex alterations Examines nursing care of selected in- tal health patients. The pharmacologic in the endocrine, gastrointestinal and dividuals, throughout the lifespan with management of these patients will also gastrointestinal accessory systems. In a special focus on the geriatric popula- be analyzed. (Section two of a two- addition to medical-surgical care, the tion experiencing complex and multidi- part course.) Prerequisite: NURS 284, care of patients experiencing a high mensional alterations in neurological, NURS 285 with minimum grade of C risk pregnancy and high risk newborns respiratory, cardiac, hematologic/on- (2.0) in each. is described. Concepts of context and cologic and renal function. In addition NURS 288 - Nursing Complx M/S & environment, knowledge and science, to these medical/surgical concepts, Geriatric Patient (clinical 2) (3) personal and professional develop- trauma, disaster preparedness and Examines nursing care of selected in- ment, quality and safety, relationship critical care will be addressed. Con- dividuals, throughout the lifespan with centered care and teamwork are inte- tains 16 hours of psychiatric nursing a special focus on the geriatric popula- grated throughout. (Section two of a clinical which applies previous learning tion experiencing complex and multidi- two-part course.) Prerequisite: Current in acute care and/or community care mensional alterations in neurological, unencumbered Washington State LPN settings. Focuses on applying previous respiratory, cardiac, hematologic/on- license. learning in the advanced care of men- cologic and renal function. In addition NURS 281 - Nursing Complx M/S & tal health patients. The pharmacologic to these medical/surgical concepts, Geriatric Patient (lecture) (6) management of these patients will also trauma, disaster preparedness and be analyzed. (Section one of a two-part Examines nursing care of selected in- critical care will be addressed. Con- course.) Prerequisite: NURS 277, 278, dividuals, throughout the lifespan with tains 16 hours of psychiatric nursing 279 with minimum grade of C (2.0) in a special focus on the geriatric popula- clinical which applies previous learning each. tion experiencing complex and multidi- in acute care and/or community care mensional alterations in neurological, NURS 285 - Nursing Complx M/S & settings. Focuses on applying previous respiratory, cardiac, hematologic/on- Geriatric Patient (clinical 1) (3) learning in the advanced care of men- cologic and renal function. In addition Examines nursing care of selected in- tal health patients. The pharmacologic to these medical/surgical concepts, dividuals, throughout the lifespan with management of these patients will also trauma, disaster preparedness and a special focus on the geriatric popula- be analyzed. (Section two of a two- critical care will be addressed. Con- tion experiencing complex and multidi- part course.) Prerequisite: NURS 284, tains 16 hours of psychiatric nursing mensional alterations in neurological, NURS 285 with minimum grade of C clinical which applies previous learning respiratory, cardiac, hematologic/on- (2.0) in each. in acute care and/or community care cologic and renal function. In addition NURS 291 - Entry Nursing Practice/ settings. Focuses on applying previous to these medical/surgical concepts, Practicum (lecture) (1) learning in the advanced care of men- trauma, disaster preparedness and Focuses on factors impacting entry tal health patients. The pharmacologic critical care will be ad-dressed. Con- into practice. Examine challenges management of these patients will also tains 16 hours of psychiatric nursing faced in todays workplace and how to be analyzed. Prerequisite: NURS 271, clinical which applies previous learning prepare for them. Power, leadership, 272, 273 with a grade of 2.0 (C) or in acute care and/or community care communication and collaboration are higher. settings. Focuses on applying previous viewed as key factors in helping the NURS 282 - Nursing Complx M/S & learning in the advanced care of men- nurse be effective in the healthcare Geriatric Patient(clinical) (6) tal health patients. The pharmacologic environment. Analyzes the safety and management of these patients will also Examines nursing care of selected in- well-being of the patient and the nurse. be analyzed. (Section one of a two-part dividuals, throughout the lifespan with The concepts of context and environ- course.) Prerequisite: NURS 277, 278, a special focus on the geriatric popula- ment, knowledge and science, personal 279 with minimum grade of C (2.0) in tion experiencing complex and multidi- and professional development, quality each. mensional alterations in neurological, and safety, relationship centered care and teamwork are integrated through-

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out. Prerequisite: NURS 281, 282 with Prerequisite: NURS 287, 288 with a and receive e-mail, locate information grade of 2.0 (C) or higher. Concurrent minimum C grade (2.0) in each. Con- on the World Wide Web, and explore enrollment in PHIL 291. current enrollment in PHIL 294. e-learning tools. Provides a foundation NURS 292 - Entry Nursing Practice/ NURS 297 - Nursing Adult/Child for other computer classes requiring Practicum (clinical) (4) Practicum V (lecture 2) (0.5) these skills. None Focuses on factors impacting entry Focuses on factors impacting entry OBT 099 - Keyboarding--Beginning (4) into practice. Examine challenges into practice. Examine challenges Basics of keyboarding skills for stu- faced in todays workplace and how to faced in today’s workplace and how to dents who cannot type by touch; speed prepare for them. Power, leadership, prepare for them. Power, leadership, and accuracy building. No credit will communication and collaboration are communication and collaboration are be given if student has completed an viewed as key factors in helping the viewed as key factors in helping the equivalent course. None nurse be effective in the healthcare nurse be effective in the healthcare OBT 105 - Keyboarding--Skillbuilding environment. Analyzes the safety and environment. Analyzes the safety and (2) well-being of the patient and the nurse. well-being of the patient and the nurse. Improve efficiency of touch typing by The concepts of context and environ- The concepts of context and environ- building keyboarding speed and accu- ment, knowledge and science, personal ment, knowledge and science, personal racy. Diagnostic tools and prescriptive and professional development, quality and professional development, quality practice will be used to enhance key- and safety, relationship centered care and safety, relationship centered care boarding skill. Prerequisite: OBT 099 and teamwork are integrated through- and teamwork are integrated through- or the ability to type by touch. out. Prerequisite: NURS 281, 282 with out. (Section two of a two-part course.) grade of 2.0 (C) or higher. Concurrent Prerequisite: NURS 294, 295 with a OBT 110 - Introduction to Office enrollment in PHIL 291. minimum C grade (2.0) in each. Con- Technologies: D (3) NURS 294 - Entry into Nursing current enrollment in PHIL 297. Introduction to office careers, the Practice and Practicum (lecture 1) NURS 298 - Nursing Care of the office environment, and office technol- (0.5) Adult/Child IV (clinical 2) (2) ogy. Basic skills to succeed in office support roles including general office Focuses on factors impacting entry Focuses on factors impacting entry procedures, interpersonal and custom- into practice. Examine challenges into practice. Examine challenges er service skills, and an overview of faced in today’s workplace and how to faced in todays workplace and how to office technologies. None. prepare for them. Power, leadership, prepare for them. Power, leadership, communication and collaboration are communication and collaboration are OBT 115 - Business English (5) viewed as key factors in helping the viewed as key factors in helping the Fundamentals of business grammar nurse be effective in the healthcare nurse be effective in the healthcare with an emphasis on proofreading and environment. Analyzes the safety and environment. Analyzes the safety and editing business documents. None well-being of the patient and the nurse. well-being of the patient and the nurse. OBT 118 - Records Management (4) The concepts of context and environ- The concepts of context and environ- ment, knowledge and science, personal ment, knowledge and science, personal Study of basic concepts in the man- and professional development, quality and professional development, quality agement of records and information. and safety, relationship centered care and safety, relationship centered care Includes specialized terminology, filing and teamwork are integrated through- and teamwork are integrated through- rules and systems, paper-based and out. (Section one of a two-part course.) out. (Section two of a two-part course.) electronic files management, records Prerequisite: NURS 287, 288 with a Prerequisite: NURS 294, 295 with a security, and ethical concerns. None minimum C grade (2.0) in each. Con- minimum C grade (2.0) in each. Con- OBT 122 - MS Word I (3) current enrollment in PHIL 294. current enrollment in PHIL 297. Use Microsoft Word for PCs to create NURS 295 - Entry into Nursing NUTR& 101 - Nutrition (5) and edit documents; apply a variety Practice and Practicum 2 (clinical 1) Natural Sciences of font, paragraph, and page formats; (2) create tables; add graphical enhance- Basic principles of nutritional sci- Focuses on factors impacting entry ments; and perform a basic mail ence, chemical composition of foods, merge. Prerequisite: Basic computer into practice. Examine challenges digestion, absorption, and metabolism. faced in todays workplace and how to skills and the ability to type by touch Scientific evaluation of nutritional are strongly recommended. prepare for them. Power, leadership, needs of humans and current nutrition- communication and collaboration are al controversies. Prerequisite: Grade OBT 124 - Document Production (4) viewed as key factors in helping the of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 097, or AESL Use word processing software to nurse be effective in the healthcare 098, or appropriate test score. produce accurate business documents environment. Analyzes the safety and OBT 098 - Computer Basics (2) including letters, envelopes and labels, well-being of the patient and the nurse. memos, tables, reports, agendas, The concepts of context and environ- Introduction to basic computer skills itineraries, and minutes using standard ment, knowledge and science, personal for the novice computer user. Through business formats. Includes proofread- and professional development, quality a hands-on approach, understand ing. Prerequisite: OBT 122 or equiva- and safety, relationship centered care common computer terms, develop lent. and teamwork are integrated through- navigation skills with the keyboard and out. (Section two of a two-part course.) mouse, manage electronic files, send

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OBT 126 - MS Word II (3) Develop a functional knowledge of the will be introduced. Prerequisite: OBT Use Microsoft Word for PCs to auto- electronic calculator and apply math- 122, 132, and 134. mate and customize the formatting ematical concepts to solve efficiently OBT 280 - Final Project (1) business calculations. Learn to con- of documents, prepare academic and Demonstrate proficiency in a variety vert calculator-based computations to multipage documents, create and cus- of office skills by completing a port- spreadsheet formulas. Prerequisite: tomize graphical objects, create forms, folio and other assessment activities. prior or concurrent enrollment in col- prepare documents for workgroup Serves as a final assessment of stu- lege-level math. collaboration, and customize MS Word dent skills. Prerequisite: Must be taken for improved productivity. Prerequisite: OBT 162 - Microsoft Office Basics (3) during the last one or two quarters OBT 122. Introduction to the Microsoft Office of a student’s program. It is strongly OBT 132 - MS PowerPoint (4) suite of software for PCs: Word, Excel, recommended that students take this Apply the features of Microsoft Power- PowerPoint, and Access. Provides course during their FINAL quarter of Point for PCs to design, create, edit, familiarity with the programs; for more the program. and format slide presentations; add training see OFTEC 122, 132, and 134. OCEA& 101 - Intro to Oceanography graphical enhancements to slide con- Prerequisite: Basic computer skills and (5) the ability to type by touch are strongly tent; apply transitions and animations; Natural Sciences add sound and video; prepare notes recommended. A survey of the extent and nature of the and handouts; and customize and run OBT 199 - Cooperative Education oceans including the contributions of a slide show. Prerequisite: Basic com- Experience (1-15) the solid Earth, hydrosphere, atmo- puter and file management skills and Supervised work experience in the sphere, and biosphere to their physi- the ability to type by touch. field. Includes a weekly seminar. cal structure, chemical composition, OBT 134 - MS Excel and Access I (5) Prerequisite: Instructor permission and functioning. Field trips may be Use Microsoft Excel for PCs to create, required. required. Lab included. Prerequisite: edit, and format spreadsheets; write OBT 204 - Microsoft Publisher (4) Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 formulas and use functions to find Use Microsoft Publisher for PCs to or higher in ENGL 099 and MATH 98. numerical solutions; create charts and create a variety of publication layouts PE 011 - Boat Piloting (1) add graphics to create visual interest; that follow basic design and typogra- Piloting, rules of the road, basic knots and manage worksheet data. Use Mi- phy principles. In addition to learning and safety. Given by the U.S. Squad- crosoft Access for PCs to create, edit, to use the features and tools in MS ron. None and manage database tables; estab- Publisher, basic design and typography PE 012 - Piloting and Seamanship (1) lish table relationships; filter, query, principles will be introduced. Prerequi- and sort data; and create forms and site: OBT 122 or 124. Second part of the Piloting course. reports. Prerequisite: Basic computer Piloting, rules of the road, basic knots, OBT 210 - Electronic Communications skills and the ability to type by touch safety. Given by the U.S. Power Squad- (3) are strongly recommended. (For PCs ron. Prerequisite: PE 11. Use the features of Microsoft Outlook only) PE 100 - Wellness For Life (1) to manage e-mail, calendars, contacts, OBT 135 - MS Excel and Access II (5) and tasks. Use Web-based resources to This course addresses issues of phys- Use Microsoft Excel for PCs to ap- collaborate and communicate via text, iological and psychological well-being. ply advanced formatting techniques audio, and video. None Topics to be discussed include nutri- to spreadsheets and charts, write tion principles, fitness parameters and OBT 215 - Business Communications: complex formulas and use advanced stress management. Techniques are D (5) functions, use What-if Analysis tools, presented to help the student incorpo- manage and analyze worksheet data, Composition skills for writing effective rate a total health and fitness program and automate tasks with templates business communications including into their lifestyle. None e-mail, memos, letters, job-seeking and macros. Use Microsoft Access for PE 101 - Conditioning (1) PCs to design a relational database, documents, and functional reports. enhance the design of tables, use Business presentation skills. Team col- A cardiovascular and muscular en- advanced query and filter techniques, laboration skills. Prerequisite: ENGL& durance/strength class that incor- and design custom forms and reports. 101 and OBT 115. Word processing porates a variety of activities which Prerequisite: OBT 134. skills are strongly recommended. Word may include weight training, aerobics, processing skills are strongly recom- kickboxing, basketball, badminton, OBT 139 - Automated Office Project mended. pickleball, and yoga. This class is (1) designed to accommodate all fitness OBT 232 - MS Office Integrated Specialized instruction on new office levels. None Projects (3) technologies. Prerequisite: Basic com- PE 102 - Advanced Conditioning (1) puter skills and the ability to type by Use the features of Microsoft Word, touch are strongly recommended. Excel, Access, and PowerPoint for PCs This course is designed for students to complete business projects that who are currently physically fit. Ad- OBT 140 - 10-Key Business require the integration of data among vanced cardiovascular and muscular Calculations (4) the programs. Linking, embedding, endurance exercises will be incorporat- Develop touch addition speed and importing, and exporting techniques ed. None accuracy on the 10-key keyboard.

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PE 103 - Wellness Movement (2) PE 114 - Advanced Specialized PE 135 - Beginning Karate (1-2) Movement education and practice Aerobic Weight Circuit Training (2) Learn basic Japanese karate stances, includes cardio respiratory, strength, This course combines cardiovascular blocks, strikes, and kicks and their mobility, and flexibility/body alignment exercise with specialized weight train- applications in varying combinations, and stress management activities. This ing. None individually and with partners. Practice course introduces various movement PE 115 - Cross Training (2) of karate helps students improve or patterns in coordination with the con- maintain physical strength, endurance, Students will perform and study a va- cepts presented in the PE100 Wellness and flexibility. Emphasis is on proper riety of exercise applications such as: for Life curriculum (which is always form and safety. None weight training, aerobic dance, bench, taken in combination with this activity etc., to increase and pursue their PE 136 - Intermediate Karate (1-2) course). Techniques presented help personal fitness and life-long wellness Continued improvement of basic Jap- the student incorporate a total health skills. None anese karate stances, blocks, strikes, and fitness program into their lifestyle. and kicks and their applications in None PE 117 - Core Basics (1) varying combinations, individually and This class is designed for all fitness PE 105 - Beginning Swimming (1) with partners. Emphasis is on proper levels. Students will be able to design Simple water safety techniques for the form and safety, increased flexibil- their own Swiss ball and core program non-swimmer. Development of confi- ity, fluid movement, and increased at the end of the quarter. This is a dence, floating and elementary strokes strength. Prerequisite: PE 135 or hands-on class with an emphasis on will be taught. None instructor’s permission. strengthening the core and education PE 106 - Intermediate Swimming (1) on injury prevention. None PE 137 - Advanced Karate (2) Special emphasis on four basic strokes PE 122 - Basketball (1) Detailed and specific refinement and as to form and endurance in perfor- mental approach to art. Prerequisite: Competitive coeducational basketball. mance. For those students who swim colored belt in GoJuRyu. Rules, regulations and theory of team in poor form, 20 yards (one length). play will be emphasized. None PE 138 - Cardio Kickboxing (1) Prerequisite: PE 105 PE 125 - Introduction to Hiking and A continuous cardiovascular program PE 107 - Advanced Swimming (1) Backpacking (1) that incorporates basic and intermedi- Advanced strokes will be covered with ate kicks and punches of kickboxing. This course will include lectures, special attention given to endurance This class will include shadow boxing videos, and field work to teach basic and form. Prerequisite: PE 106 or and partner with some contact hiking and backpacking skills. These ability to swim 100 yards with a variety using pads. Some basic self-defense skills are easy and fun to learn; you of strokes. maneuvers will also be taught. None need only to be in good health and PE 110 - Tai Ji Quan (Tai Chi) (1) reasonably fit. None PE 139 - Advanced Cardio Kickboxing (1) Tai ji quan (tai chi) is an ancient Chi- PE 129 - Volleyball (1) nese form of exercise which provides A continuous cardiovascular program Basic skills will be introduced and numerous health benefits: greater that incorporates advanced punches, reviewed. Coeducational, recreational flexibility, core strength, balance, focus kicks, and self-defense moves. Prereq- team play rules, regulations, and the- and concentration, relaxation, and uisite: PE 138 or previous martial arts ory of team play will be emphasized. improved immunity. None experience. None PE 111 - Aerobic Conditioning PE 140 - Step and Sculpt (1) PE 131 - Beginning Bowling (1) (Jogging, Walking...) (1) A cardiovascular program on a four Basic and essential bowling skills are This course is designed to provide stu- inch to twelve inch platform which is taught and practiced. Bowling fee is dents of all ages and backgrounds the performed to music. Aerobic section required by the student. Rules, regu- opportunity to improve her/his cardio- followed by resistance training. None lations and theory of team play will be vascular fitness level through walking emphasized. None PE 142 - Aerobic Dance (1) and/or jogging activities. This class Cardiovascular conditioning and utilizes the outdoor trail. None PE 132 - Disc Golf (1) muscular toning program consisting Techniques for throwing discs; equip- PE 112 - Weight Training (1) of large dynamic body movements ment, knowledge, etiquette, and rules This course addresses use of resis- done rhythmically to music. Muscular associated with playing a disc golf tance weight equipment using proper strength and stretching are incorporat- course; experience playing practice body mechanics. Emphasizes strength ed into the class. None and official disc golf courses. None training. None PE 143 - Swing Dance (1) PE 133 - Golf (1) PE 113 - Aerobic Weight Circuit Coordination, fitness, and communi- Learn basic techniques, skills and rules Training (1-2) cation skills through partner dancing. of the game. None This course combines the benefits of Students will learn basic steps and a cardiovascular or aerobic training with PE 134 - Self-Defense and Martial variety of swing dance moves. None Arts (1) the benefits of weight training. None PE 144 - Beginning Tennis (1) Learn the basic skills for defending Beginning tennis is designed for stu- yourself from a grab, , choke, dents who desire formal instruction in weapons and ground attack. None

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tennis and/or those who cannot per- tional mobility in the retirement years. PE 167 - Introduction to Kayaking form the basic strokes well enough to All ages are welcome. None (1-1) enjoy a baseline game. The basic skills PE 156 - Sailing (1-2) This course will use lectures, videos, and techniques for singles and doubles Lecture and practical demonstra- and hands-on training in a pool, lake, will be presented with emphasis on the tion to introduce students to sailing. or bay to safely teach basic kayak forehand drive, backhand drive, basic Theory, techniques, rules and safety handling skills. These skills are easy volley and serve. None procedures of sailboat handling will be and fun to learn; you will need only to PE 145 - Intermediate Tennis (1) emphasized. None be in good health and be able to swim. Students will be required to have or This course is designed for students PE 159 - Advanced Yoga (1) who have taken PE 144 or can per- purchase water shoes and synthetic This course addresses the fitness form the ground strokes and serve long sleeve top. Class size limited to aspect of Hatha Yoga, and is designed well enough to enjoy a baseline game. eight students. None for individuals that have had some type Intermediate tennis will review the PE 169 - Canoeing (1) of yoga training. Poses and techniques basic strokes and learn more advanced are taught to help with strength, en- Basics of safe and effective canoe use. techniques. Advanced net play will be durance, posture, stress and breathing None covered. Much time will be spent in None PE 170 - Paddling (1) actual situations covering all aspects of tennis. None PE 160 - Physical Fitness (1) Basics of safe and effective paddling. This course will leave you feeling very PE 146 - Jazz Dance (1) An individual and personalized exercise program developed with the instructor comfortable paddling in a team sport Basic and intermediate jazz dance and performed at the student’s sched- environment. Maneuvering, safety con- including vocabulary, steps, body po- uled time. None siderations, and tides will be covered. sitions, general body coordination and Development of specific knowledge PE 161 - Fire Fighter Fitness and fitness. None about the Dragon Boat sport in the Wellness (2) PE 147 - Latin Dance (1) areas of terminology, history, basic This course is designed to meet the Coordination, body awareness, fitness, strategies, and other concepts relevant needs of the students preparing them- and communication skills through part- to the sport. No prior knowledge or selves for a job in the fire department. ner dancing. Students will learn basic experience necessary. None Twice a week the students will be in an steps of different styles and variations PE 190 - Weight Control Movement (1) active setting, preparing them to meet of Latin dance. None the job performance testing require- This course practices various forms PE 148 - Pilates (1) ments. One hour a week this course of activity focusing on lifelong weight Pilates is a method of body condi- addresses issue of physiological and management. Physical movement pro- tioning that incorporates a system of psychological well-being. Topics to be grams are developed and performed stretching and strengthening exercises. discussed include nutrition principals, based on individual student’s ability Students will be expected to partic- fitness parameters and stress man- and weight loss goals. None ipate in a series of Pilates exercises agement. Techniques are presented to PE 200 - First Aid, Safety, and CPR (2) each class session. Students will expe- help the students incorporate a total Basic First Aid, safety regulations and rience muscle tone, improved posture, health and fitness program into their CPR. First Aid cards will be issued and improved flexibility and balance lifestyle. Course fulfills PE 100 require- upon completion and are valid for two creating a more streamlined shape. ment. Prerequisite: Students must be years. None None enrolled in the Fire Protection Tech PE 205 - Basic First Aid (1) PE 149 - Fitness Through Yoga (1) program. Meets the first aid requirements of the PE 162 - Criminal Justice Physical This course addresses the fitness Department of Labor and Industries. Fitness (1) aspect of Hatha yoga. Exercise tech- None niques are presented to help the This course is designed to prepare the PE 208 - Water Safety Instructor (2) student improve his/her flexibility and students for the testing requirements strength. Relaxation and breathing for the police department. Strength Course is designed to train the student techniques are used to teach stress training, flexibility, cardiovascular to teach American Red Cross Swim- management. None endurance and agility training are all ming and Water Safety courses. None PE 150 - Waltz Dance (1) incorporated in the class. The students PE 234 - Athletic Conditioning (1) must be enrolled in the CJ program. Coordination, fitness, and communi- Skagit Valley College Athletes will be None cation skills through partner dancing. instructed in best practice condition- Students will learn basic waltz steps PE 164 - Pilates and Yoga Fusion (1) ing exercises for their particular sport. and several styles and variations. None This class incorporates yoga and Instructor Permission PE 151 - Healthy Movement in Pilates moves with an emphasis on PE 235 - Athletic Techniques (1) Retirement Years (1) strengthening your core. Students will Skagit Valley College Athletes will be learn how to stretch and strengthen This class will focus on cardiovascular instructed in sport-specific techniques. all major muscles using poses from health, flexibility, balance, muscular Instructor Permission different styles of yoga and Pilates. strength and increasing overall func- This class is appropriate for all levels of fitness. None

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PE 261 - Advanced Firefighter Fitness are covered specific to the profession of nursing and health care. Explores (1) of nursing and health care. Explores the legal and ethical implications of the An individualized exercise program the legal and ethical implications of the nursing process as applied to person- including periodic health screenings nursing process as applied to person- al, client and organizational beliefs and and job related fitness assessments. al, client and organizational beliefs and values, utilizing the Jonsen, Siegler Course designed to prepare students values, utilizing the Jonsen, Siegler and Winslade (2010) Model for prac- to meet physical job performance test- and Winslade (2010) Model for prac- tice application. Focus is on under- ing requirements for the fire depart- tice application. Focus is on under- standing of policies, ethics, and legal ment. Prerequisite: PE 161 standing of policies, ethics, and legal issues related to overall practice in issues related to overall practice in healthcare professions. Includes local, PE 299 - Learning into Action (1-15) healthcare professions. Includes local, state, national, and global perspectives Student develops and completes cur- state, national, and global perspectives of healthcare policy, ethics and law. riculum-related independent project of healthcare policy, ethics and law. Includes a focus on emerging issues which demonstrates skills and abili- Includes a focus on emerging issues and uses of technology to plan for the ties and explores career options. May and uses of technology to plan for the future. (Part 2 of two-part course.) include, but is not limited to, service future. Prerequisite: NURS 281, 282 Prerequisite: NURS 284, 285, 287, 288 learning, original research, and travel and concurrent enrollment in NURS and PHIL 294, and concurrent enroll- abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- 291, 292. ment in NURS 297. quired. Students with 45 transferable PHIL 294 - Ethics and Policy in PHIL 299 - Learning into Action (1-15) college credits are eligible to begin Healthcare (part 1) (2.5) Learning into Action. None Student develops and completes cur- Policy and Ethics in Healthcare is a re- riculum-related independent project PHIL 115 - Introduction to Learning quired course for the Nursing Depart- which demonstrates skills and abili- and Knowing (5) ment Direct Transfer Agreement. The ties and explores career options. May Humanities foundational principles of ethics and include, but is not limited to, service An integrated course in which we the health care policy environments learning, original research, and travel examine how we acquire knowledge are covered specific to the profession abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- through the disciplinary perspectives of nursing and health care. Explores quired. Students with 45 transferable of both philosophy and psychology. the legal and ethical implications of college credits are eligible to begin Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 the nursing process as applied to Learning into Action. None with a grade of 2.0 or higher. personal, client and organizational PHIL 440 - Business Ethics (5) beliefs and values, utilizing the Jonsen, PHIL 120 - Formal Logic (5) Examine the role of ethics and social Siegler and Winslade (2010) Model responsibility in business. Theoretical A rigorous course in the calculus of for practice application. Focus is on concepts in business ethics will sentence relations and predications. understanding of policies, ethics, and be applied to real-world situations Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 legal issues related to overall practice based on challenges managers face. with a grade of 2.0 or higher. in healthcare professions. Includes Included is an emphasis on personal PHIL 140 - Philosophy of Religion (5) local, state, national, and global per- outlooks, contemporary trends, spectives of healthcare policy, ethics Humanities and corporate responsibilities with and law. Includes a focus on emerg- Philosophical exploration of the nature respect to ethical, legal, economic, ing issues and uses of technology to of religion, the nature of the ultimate regulatory conditions, and the needs plan for the future. (Part 1 of two-part (God), and the meaning of religious of stakeholders in the marketplace. course.) Prerequisite: NURS 284, 285, concepts (faith, revelation, religious Case studies/simulations will be used 287, 288 and concurrent enrollment in experience, immortality). Prerequisite: to explore real-world ethical and social NURS 294. Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of responsibility situations. Admission to 2.0 or higher. PHIL 295 - Philosophy Integrative BASAM program and BASAM Director Experience Seminar (2) PHIL 215 - Introduction to Ethics (5) permission. An Integrative Experience emphasiz- Humanities PHIL& 101 - Intro to Philosophy (5) ing an interdisciplinary approach to Humanities Develops the ideas of humans as moral current issues in philosophy, including agents and critically considers various the societal context of philosophy and A study of the fundamental questions interpretations of the ideals and stan- technology, and/or the ethical, politi- of philosophy, including human nature, dards of moral conduct. Prerequisite: cal, and cultural aspects of philosophy. ethics, justice, political theory, and Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of None the nature of knowledge. Prerequisite: 2.0 or higher. Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 PHIL 297 - Ethics and Policy in or higher in ENGL 099. PHIL 291 - Ethics and Policy in Healthcare (part 2) (2.5) Healthcare (5) Policy and Ethics in Healthcare is a re- Policy and Ethics in Healthcare is a re- quired course for the Nursing Depart- quired course for the Nursing Depart- ment Direct Transfer Agreement. The ment Direct Transfer Agreement. The foundational principles of ethics and foundational principles of ethics and the health care policy environments the health care policy environments are covered specific to the profession

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PHIL& 106 - Intro to Logic (5) Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 with a GPA of 2.0 or higher. Concurrent Humanities or higher in ENGL 099 and MATH 98. enrollment in PHYS& 126 required. Introduces the study of reasoning, PHYS& 124 - General Physics Lab I PHYS& 231 - Engineering Phys Lab I including the ability to recognize, (1) (1) analyze, criticize and construct the Natural Sciences Natural Sciences main types of argument and proof. Algebra-based physics lab course to Lab to accompany PHYS& 241. Top- Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or accompany PHYS& 134. The subject ics include statics, kinematics, and grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099. matter is mechanics with emphasis on dynamics of particles and systems PHYS 111 - Matter and Energy in Newton’s laws, energy, momentum, of particles. Prerequisite: Concurrent Physics (5) and rotational motion. Prerequisite: enrollment in PHYS& 241 required. Natural Sciences Required concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 232 - Engineering Phys Lab II PHYS& 134. An inquiry-based survey of physics (1) and chemistry designed to give a basic PHYS& 125 - General Physics Lab II Natural Sciences (1) understanding of the relationship Lab to accompany PHYS& 242. Topics between mechanical, thermal and Natural Sciences include fluids, waves, heat and ther- electromagnetic forces and energy. Algebra-based physics lab course to modynamics, and geometric and wave What is energy and what forms does accompany PHYS& 135. Emphasis on optics. Prerequisite: Concurrent enroll- it take? How is energy fundamental in atomic theory of gases, heat, waves, ment in PHYS& 242 required. explaining the dynamics of the earth sound and geometric optics. Prerequi- PHYS& 233 - Engineering Phys Lab III and the universe? Lab included. This site: Required concurrent enrollment in (1) course is part of science sequence PHYS& 135. recommended for students pursuing Natural Sciences PHYS& 126 - General Physics Lab III a career in elementary education, but Lab to accompany PHYS& 243. Topics (1) is open to all students. The suggested include electricity, magnetism, and the sequence is PHYS 111, BIOL 111, EASC Natural Sciences electromagnetic spectrum. Prerequi- 111. Prerequisite: Appropriate place- Algebra-based physics lab course to site: Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& ment or grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL accompany PHYS& 136. Emphasis 243 required. 099 and MATH 98. on electricity, magnetism, and the PHYS& 241 - Engineering Physics I (5) electromagnetic spectrum. Prerequi- PHYS 199 - Cooperative Education Natural Sciences (1-15) site: Required concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 136. Calculus-based course in introductory Supervised work experience in the mechanics emphasizing the statics, PHYS& 134 - General Physics I (5) field. Includes a weekly seminar. In- kinematics, and dynamics of particles structor permission required. None Natural Sciences and systems of particles. Prerequisite: PHYS 295 - Physics Integrative Algebra-based physics course. The Appropriate placement or grade of Experience Seminar (2) subject matter is mechanics with 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099. MATH& An Integrative Experience emphasiz- emphasis on Newton’s laws, energy, 151 (may be taken concurrently). ing an interdisciplinary approach to momentum, and rotational motion. Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& 231 current issues in physics, including the Prerequisite: MATH 099 with a GPA of required. societal context of physics and technol- 2.0 or higher. Concurrent enrollment PHYS& 242 - Engineering Physics II ogy, and/or the ethical, political, and in PHYS& 124 required. Appropriate (5) placement or GPA of 2.0 or higher in cultural aspects of physics. none Natural Sciences ENGL 099. PHYS 299 - Learning into Action (1- Continuation of PHYS& 241 extending PHYS& 135 - General Physics II (5) 15) the concepts of mechanics into the Student develops and completes cur- Natural Sciences study of fluids and waves, heat and riculum-related independent project Continuation of PHYS& 134 with em- thermodynamics. Geometric and wave which demonstrates skills and abili- phasis on atomic theory of gases, heat, optics are also studied. Prerequisite: ties and explores career options. May waves, sound and geometric optics. Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of include, but is not limited to, service Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 2.0 or higher or concurrent enrollment learning, original research, and travel with a GPA of 2.0 or higher. MATH 099 in ENGL101. PHYS& 241 with a grade abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- with a GPA of 2.0 or higher. Concurrent of 2.0 or higher and MATH& 152 (may quired. Students with 45 transferable enrollment in PHYS& 125 required. be taken concurrently). Concurrent college credits are eligible to begin PHYS& 136 - General Physics III (5) enrollment in PHYS& 232 required. Learning into Action. None Natural Sciences PHYS& 243 - Engineering Physics III PHYS& 100 - Physics Non-Sci Majors (5) (5) A continuation of PHYS& 135 with emphasis on electricity, magnetism, Natural Sciences Natural Sciences and the electromagnetic spectrum. Continuation of PHYS& 242 with A survey of the major ideas of physics Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 emphasis on electricity, magnetism, for non-science majors including clas- with a GPA of 2.0 or higher. MATH 099 and the electromagnetic spectrum. sical and modern topics. Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101

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with a grade of 2.0 or higher. PHYS& POLS 295 - Political Science the factors that help or hinder us as we 241 with a grade of 2.0 or higher and Integrative Experience Seminar (2) try to learn new things. Prerequisite: MATH& 152 (may be taken concurrent- An Integrative Experience emphasiz- Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of ly). Concurrent enrollment in PHYS& ing an interdisciplinary approach to 2.0 or higher. 233 required. current issues in political science, in- PSYC 202 - Biopsychology (5) POLS 131 - Seminar in Educ cluding the societal context of political Social Sciences Government I (1) science and technology, and/or the This course introduces students to the ethical, political, and cultural aspects For students who are active members connection between brain activity and of political science. None of the Associated Students of Skagit thought, behavior, and emotion and Valley College. None POLS 299 - Learning into Action (1- uses neuroanatomy, neurophysicolo- POLS 132 - Seminar in Educ 15) gy, and neurochemistry as a basis for Government II (1) Student develops and completes cur- understanding learning, memory, sex, Continuation of POLS 131. None riculum-related independent project sleep, addition, language, emotions, which demonstrates skills and abili- and psychological disorders. Prereq- POLS 200 - Introduction to Law (5) ties and explores career options. May uisite: grade of C or better in PSYC& Social Sciences include, but is not limited to, service 100. Introduction to the origins, devel- learning, original research, and travel PSYC 205 - Social Psychology (5) opment, structure, institutions and abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- Social Sciences processes of the US legal system. quired. Students with 45 transferable Topics include law as a system of college credits are eligible to begin A study of the social aspects of life in- social thought and behavior; law as a Learning into Action. None cluding theories of: aggression, social influence, attitude change, affiliation, framework for the resolution of con- POLS& 101 - Intro Political Science group behavior, prejudice, norms, and flicting claims; legal reasoning; law as (5) a process for protecting and facilitat- prosocial behavior. Prerequisite: grade Social Sciences ing voluntary interactions and funda- of C or better in PSYC& 100. mental rights in a business society; Introduces theories, concepts, and PSYC 210 - Learning and Teaching (5) methods appropriate to understanding legal terminology, civil and criminal A study of the major theories of learn- how conflicts among people are re- procedures, legal rights and remedies, ing and motivation especially as they solved. Emphasizes political analysis, torts, contracts, criminal law, and relate to humans in an educational including comparative study of political property. Required for all business setting. The course emphasizes the behavior and institutions. Prerequisite: students transferring to the UW School role of the teacher as a thoughtful and Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 of Business; recommended for any stu- knowledgeable facilitator of learning. or higher in ENGL 099. dent interested in a career in law, law Prerequisite: grade of C or better in enforcement or related. Prerequisite: POLS& 202 - American Government: PSYC& 100. Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 D (5) PSYC 225 - Personality (5) or higher in ENGL 099. Social Sciences A study of the theoretical approach- POLS 201 - Comparative Government: A study of the structure of power in the es to understanding personality with D (5) United States and the functions, sourc- research presented for evaluating Social Sciences es, and uses of power in American Poli- various theories. Exposure to person- A study of the structure and func- tics. Also emphasizes mechanisms and ality assessment techniques and their tioning of foreign political systems, outcomes of the policy making process use. Prerequisite: grade of C or better including constitutional development, in a pluralistic society. Prerequisite: in PSYC& 100. Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 political parties, elections and bureau- PSYC 295 - Psychology Integrative or higher in ENGL 099. cracies. Parliamentary governments of Experience Seminar (2) Europe, the presidential governments POLS& 203 - International Relations: An Integrative Experience emphasiz- of the Western Hemisphere and emerg- D (5) ing an interdisciplinary approach to ing governments of Eastern Europe Social Sciences current issues in psychology, including will be used as models. Prerequisite: A study of the basic concepts involved the societal context of psychology and Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 in the interrelationships of nations in- technology, and/or the ethical, politi- or higher in ENGL 099. cluding nationalism, balance of power, cal, and cultural aspects of psycholo- POLS 204 - State and Local international law, the causes of war, gy. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in Government (5) and the striving for peace. Prerequi- PSYC& 100. Social Sciences site: Appropriate placement or grade PSYC 299 - Learning Into Action (1-15) of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099. Governmental forms used in our states Student develops and completes cur- and various units of local governments PSYC 115 - Knowing and Learning (5) riculum-related independent project - counties, cities, etc. Focuses on local Social Sciences which demonstrates skills and abili- political institutions and the relation- An exploration through the disciplinary ties and explores career options. May ship of citizens to them. Prerequisite: lenses of philosophy and psychology of include, but is not limited to, service Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 how we acquire knowledge of the world learning, original research, and travel or higher in ENGL 099. around us, including an examination of abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re-

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quired. Students with 45 transferable development. Prerequisite: Complet- READ 105 - College Vocabulary Skills college credits are eligible to begin ed ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or (3) Learning into Action. Prerequisite: higher. PSYC& 100 with a grade of 2.0 Emphasizes vocabulary-building grade of C or better in PSYC& 100. or higher. through advanced use of context clues, PSYC 412 - Leadership & PSYC& 220 - Abnormal Psychology (5) roots/affixes, and memory strategies. Organizational Behavior (5) Social Sciences None Social Sciences Descriptions, symptoms, treatments, READ 107 - Effective College Reading Focuses on building leadership and theoretical explanations and cultural (1-3) inter-personal managerial skills and views of abnormal behavior and the For average and better readers to managing relationships in organiza- psychological disorders based on the develop strategies to improve compre- tions. Gain practical experience in Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of hension and retention, critical analysis, defining your leadership style, man- the American Psychiatric Association. vocabulary, and reading rate flexibility. aging teams, resolving conflict, and Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& 101 None building professional and effective with a grade of 2.0 or higher. PSYC& SOC 112 - Comparative Ethnic relationships. Special emphasis will be 100 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. Relations (5) placed on managing difficult behavior- QSCI 318 - Quantitative Analysis of Social Sciences al human situations (whether among the Environment (5) employees within the organization or An introductory survey of sociological Applications to environmental and with external stakeholders). Explore aspects of minority group situations natural resource problems stressing the unique leadership challenges and relations to the larger society. the formulation and interpretation of facing under-represented populations Provides an in-depth survey of the statistical tests. Course includes ran- in business (e.g., women, ethnically principal trends in life experiences and dom variables, expectations, variance, diverse people, and veterans). Admis- histories of the major ethnic commu- binomial, hypergeometric, Poisson, sion to BASAM program and BASAM nities with emphasis being placed on normal, chi-square, t and F distribu- Director permission. social economic conditions, political tions. ANOVA, and regression analysis activities, legal positions, and ethnic PSYC& 100 - General Psychology (5) included. Prerequisite: MATH& 141, subcultures of minority groups in the Social Sciences Admission to BASEC or Department U.S. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& An overview of the factors affecting Chair permission. 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. behavior including topics related QSCI 408 - Biometry & Ecological SOC 113 - Sociology of Community to: theories of learning, the senses, Sampling (5) Service (5) perception, nervous system, emotions, Statistical inquiry of biological data. Introduction to the service learning personality theory, motivation, abnor- Experimental design and data analysis. model as a basis for contributing to mal behavior and therapy, and social Encouraging students to think critically community support. Provides student psychology. Prerequisite: Appropriate and quantitatively about how data are experience in educational outreach and placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in collected, analyzed, and interpreted. development of strategies for initiating ENGL 099. Prerequisite: Admission to BASEC or change in the community. None PSYC& 180 - Human Sexuality (5) Department Chair permission. SOC 160 - Substance Use & Abuse (5) Social Sciences READ 090 - Phonics (2) Comprehensive look at drugs, society, The study of human sexuality includ- Sounds of letters and letter combina- and human behavior. The course will ing anatomy, physiology, intimate and tions applied to reading and spelling examine the various types of drugs sexual behavior, sexually transmitted syllables and words. None (legal and illegal) and their effects on diseases, pregnancy & childbirth, READ 096 - Reading Foundations (1-5) society and the individual. None birth control, love and relationships, Instruction and practice in developing SOC 191 - Psychosocial Issues in sexual orientations, prostitution, basic reading through phonics, vocabu- Healthcare (5) pornography, sex and violence, sexual lary, and comprehension skills. Course variations, legal and social issues. Stu- Explores aspects of psychosocial includes individual tutorial and com- dents will examine these issues within issues in healthcare. Explores socie- puter-aided instruction. (No computer cultural and subcultural contexts, and tal, cultural and personal attitudes as experience required.) None will look at the influences of media and they impact access to mental health technology. Prerequisite: Appropriate READ 097 - Reading Improvement and medical care. Examines health- placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in (1-5) care disparities for individuals with ENGL 099. Strengthening of reading skills through mental illness. Explores legal, ethical and safety issues regarding rights of PSYC& 200 - Lifespan Psychology (5) comprehension and vocabulary strategies. Course activities include the individual and the community. Social Sciences classroom, group process, and occa- Applies the nursing process to the care A systematic study of the develop- sional computer-aided instruction, with of individuals from wellness to acute mental processes in humans from practical applications. (No computer and chronic mental illness. Includes conception to late adulthood. Special experience necessary.) None substance abuse, disorders of anxiety, emphasis will be given to the topics mood, bipolar, eating and thought of physical development, cognitive along with related disorders across development, and personality/social the lifespan. Identifies treatment

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approaches, including communication, abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- SOSC 110 - Gender Roles & Social collaboration and advocacy, by apply- quired. Students with 45 transferable Structure (5) ing knowledge from psychology and college credits are eligible to begin Social Sciences related fields. Incorporates concepts Learning into Action. None Examines gender roles and socializa- of context and environment, knowledge SOC 420 - Career Management and tion process within the social institu- and science, personal and professional Social Capital (5) tion of work, family, the labor force, development, quality and safety, rela- Social Sciences political organizations, religion, edu- tionship-centered care and teamwork. cation, economics, and the law, with a Prerequisite: NURS 181, 182 with a C Explore the concept and construct comparison of cross cultural study of grade (2.0) or higher and concurrent of social capital as it relates to pro- gender role differentiation presenting enrollment in NURS 191, 192. fessional and vocational aspirations. Using a structured, transferable the historical implication. Prerequisite: SOC 204 - Intro to Stratification and approach, students will prepare a Appropriate placement or grade of 2.0 Inequality in America: D (5) portfolio of career development ma- or higher in ENGL 099. Social Sciences terials such as resumes, biographies, SOSC 111 - Adults in Transition (1-3) Examines the causes and consequenc- personal branding, marketing plans Assist individuals in developing es of inequality and social stratification and effective social media presence. self-confidence, exploring educational in the United States. The course ma- Students will also execute a plan to and career options, developing skills terials will invite you to think critically identify, build and sustain their per- in time management, setting goals, about how systems of power and sonal social capital with the objective making decisions, and becoming aware privilege operate with respect to race, of securing an internship. Admission to of resources. None gender, sexual orientation, class, dis- BASAM program and BASAM Director SOSC 113 - Job Search (1) ability and age, why valuable resources permission. Through lecture, small group discus- like income, wealth, health, education SOC& 101 - Intro to Sociology: D (5) and wellbeing are unequally distribut- sion, and homework assignments, stu- Social Sciences ed in the United States, and how this dents will develop skills in job search inequality is produced and reproduced An overview of the social structure techniques such as identifying com- through the structure of opportunities, and the processes of social interaction mon job information sources, conduct- differential life chances and social mo- which contribute to the formation and ing effective interviews for information bility. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& understanding of human conduct. and for hire, completing applications 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. Includes a survey of basic sociological and developing resumes. Students perspectives and theories, institutions, will learn that job search is really an SOC 206 - Sociology of the Family: D socialization patterns, stratification, information search and involves the (5) minorities in society, social problems, use of investigation, strategizing, and Social Sciences human environments, social control, problem-solving skills. Due to the This course will study the nature of the and social change processes. Prereq- requirements and intended benefits of family as a social, cultural, political, uisite: Completed ENGL& 101 with a this course, it is strongly recommend- and economic institution. It will include grade of 2.0 or higher. ed that it be taken toward the end of perspectives on the changing structure SOC& 201 - Social Problems (5) ones certificate or degree program. of the family, socialization, sexual ex- Consult with your program advisor if Social Sciences pressions, marital communication pat- your circumstances warrant taking it terns, divorce patterns, employment, A survey of the major contemporary early in your training. None social problems including crime, and family relationships, violence in SOSC 120 - Co-op Education Seminar violence, drug dependency, mental the family, and family health related is- (1) sues. Prerequisite: Completed ENGL& illness, racism, poverty, inequality, The Co-op Seminar is a required 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. breakdowns in the family, education, and quality of life, and the impact of course for all students in field place- SOC 295 - Sociology Integrative technology. A variety of sociological ments. The seminar will offer a forum Experience Seminar (2) perspectives and social policies on for exchanging information about An Integrative Experience emphasiz- social problems are reviewed as well experiences, enhance problem solving ing an interdisciplinary approach to as research methods used in analyzing skills, and further develop communica- current issues in sociology, including current social problems. Prerequisite: tion skills through small group discus- the societal context of sociology and Completed ENGL& 101 with a grade of sions and oral reporting. None technology, and/or the ethical, politi- 2.0 or higher. SOSC 125 - Employer/Employee Roles cal, and cultural aspects of sociology. SOSC 100 - Global Issues/Social & Perspectives (2) None Science (5) Examination of the employer/employee SOC 299 - Learning Into Action (1-15) Social Sciences relationship. Topics include charac- Student develops and completes cur- teristics of work maturity, diversity, Contemporary global issues such riculum-related independent project leadership, team work and working as population, food, energy, human which demonstrates skills and abili- styles, organizational structure and rights, military arms and security, and ties and explores career options. May decision-making, setting work goals environment. Prerequisite: Appropriate include, but is not limited to, service and priorities. None placement or grade of 2.0 or higher in learning, original research, and travel ENGL 099.

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SOSC 130 - Leadership (2) SPAN 112 - Spanish for Health Care comprehension and speaking skills This course is designed for students Professionals II (5) are still emphasized through daily oral who are interested in student leader- A brief course in spoken Spanish for practice, as well as reading and writing ship and how they can expand their health care professionals. The prima- exercises. The textbook, workbook, knowledge in the following areas of: ry emphasis will be on speaking and and lab manuals are the same as leadership theories, communication listening skills. Students will learn to Spanish 121 and 122. Prerequisite: skills, integrity and ethical values, and converse and ask questions related to SPAN& 122 with a grade of C or better improve their leadership skills. None health care in the past tense. They will or completion of two years of High School Spanish with a grade of C or SOSC 131 - College Governance (1) also become acquainted with customs and cultural issues related to the better. Learning about group dynamics while Hispanic population and health care. SPAN& 221 - Spanish IV: D (5) participating in the Associated Stu- Prerequisite: SPAN 111 or equivalent dents of Skagit Valley College gover- Humanities nance process. Prerequisite: open to SPAN 299 - Learning Into Action (1- A communication course in beginning Student Government participants only. 15) intermediate Spanish. Increases profi- SOSC 132 - Student Leadership Student develops and completes cur- ciency through review and expansion of Seminar (1-2) riculum-related independent project skills, grammar, and cultural founda- which demonstrates skills and abili- tion of the language. Emphasizes oral Designed to provide student leaders ties and explores career options. May communication. Prerequisite: SPAN& with the tools, techniques, processes, include, but is not limited to, service 123 with a grade of C or better or and skills for leadership that will help learning, original research, and travel successful completion of two to three them succeed. Specific sections of this abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- years of high school Spanish. course may be offered to target groups quired. Students with 45 transferable such as multicultural students or wom- SPAN& 222 - Spanish V: D (5) college credits are eligible to begin en students. None Humanities Learning into Action. None SOSC 190 - Social History of Work Continuation of Spanish 221 with SPAN& 121 - Spanish I: D (5) (1-3) emphasis on understanding and re- Humanities Social Sciences sponding orally, sustaining a complex A proficiency-based course in Span- conversation, reading intermediate lev- This course traces the historical ish, which includes pronunciation, el Spanish, and constructing grammat- roots of work, working conditions and fundamentals of grammar, syntax, ically correct sentences. Prerequisite: attitudes towards work, as well as the oral and written exercises, reading SPAN& 221 with a grade of C or better impact of all these on individuals, fam- and conversation; taught with varied or permission of instructor. ilies and groups in society, including foreign language teaching methods. women, children and ethnic groups. SPAN& 223 - Spanish VI: D (5) An appreciation for cultural aspects of Prerequisite: Appropriate placement or Humanities Spanish speaking countries is empha- grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 099. sized. Oral practice is encouraged. Continuation of Spanish 222 with SOSC 299 - Learning Into Action (1- For students who have not previously emphasis on expanded vocabulary, 15) studied Spanish or for those who need continuing practice with all grammat- Student develops and completes cur- a refresher course. Prerequisite: Grade ical tenses and structures, continuing riculum-related independent project of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 097, or AESL complexity of reading and conversa- which demonstrates skills and abili- 098, or appropriate test score. tion, and understanding of Spanish culture in general. Prerequisite: SPAN& ties and explores career options. May SPAN& 122 - Spanish II: D (5) include, but is not limited to, service 222 with a grade of C or better or per- Humanities learning, original research, and travel mission of instructor. abroad. Faculty sponsor approval re- A continuation of Spanish 121. The vo- TAGA 100 - Introduction to Tagalog quired. Students with 45 transferable cabulary and grammatical structures Language (3) are more complicated, and the student college credits are eligible to begin Introduction to the Tagalog language begins to master a past tense. Oral Learning into Action. None with emphasis on speaking, listening comprehension and speaking skills are SPAN 111 - Spanish for Health Care and comprehension of the spoken emphasized through daily practice, as Professionals I (5) word. None well as the reading and writing exercis- A brief course in spoken Spanish for es. The textbook, workbook, and lab TECD 103 - Introduction to Computer- health care professionals. The prima- manuals are the same as in Spanish Aided Design (3) ry emphasis will be on speaking and 121. Prerequisite: SPAN& 121 with a Introduction to computer-aided design listening skills. Students will learn to grade of C or better or completion of (CAD) and graphics technology. Covers converse and ask questions related to one year of High School Spanish with a the basic techniques and standard health care in the simple present tense grade of C or better. practices of CAD. Introduces concepts and in the near future. They will also SPAN& 123 - Spanish III: D (5) of digital sketches, 2-D drawing and become acquainted with customs and file management. Covers the funda- Humanities cultural issues related to the Hispanic mental concepts of documentation population and health care. None A continuation of Spanish 122. The and presentation for CAD. Prerequi- grammar is more complicated, and site: Strongly recommended - prior to more verb tenses are introduced. Oral

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entering this course, students should TECD 220 - Computer-Aided Design Students will complete a Healthcare have mastered the following computer Studio (5) Provider CPR certification. None fundamentals: basic commands to Studio seminar utilizing skills gained in VETA 108 - Veterinary Nursing/ operate software programs, directo- the TECD series. Apply CAD modeling Patient Management II (2) ry structure, file management, and and documentation skills to the design, Continuation of VETA 107. Continue be able to use icons and keyboard development and presentation of prod- to practice accurate evaluation of the commands. Strongly recommended - ucts. Topics include functionality, ma- patient with minimum stress and max- prior to entering this course, students terial and manufacturing limitations, imum safety. Introduction to pharma- should have mastered the following revisions and production concerns. cology, anesthesiology, surgical patient computer fundamentals: basic com- Culminates with prototype product be- management, including pre-operative mands to operate software programs, ing developed for chosen trade special- techniques, aseptic technique, resusci- directory structure, file management, ty. Prerequisite: TECD 107. tation, and physical examination. Stu- and be able to use icons and keyboard VETA 101 - Introduction to Veterinary dents will complete a 7-hour HIV-AIDS commands. Technology (2) certification and work individually and TECD 104 - Basic Computer-Aided Introduction to the veterinary assistant in small groups to develop skills asso- Design (3) profession. Learn about the history of ciated with using medical instruments Sequential study of computer-aided veterinary technology, career opportu- and conducting surgical procedures. design (CAD) and graphics technology. nities, education requirements and the Prerequisite: VETA 107. Introductory study of 3-D modeling role and responsibilities of the veteri- VETA 109 - Veterinary Math (2) practices. Introduces drafting oper- nary assistant as part of the veterinary Covers the necessary concepts in- ations and the procedures used to health team. WA State laws, regula- volved in mathematics used in vet- create and edit CAD models. Topics tions and medical ethics that govern erinary medicine. Includes dosage include sketching, basic commands, veterinary operations and their em- calculations, metric conversions, sketch relations, features, dimension- ployees will be discussed. Overview of percentages, ratios, medical terminolo- ing, and basic assembly modeling. husbandry terms for selected species gy, medication categories and medical Prerequisite: TECD 103. Strongly including breed identification. None abbreviations. Review the registration recommended - prior to entering this VETA 103 - Veterinary Medical for Veterinary Medical Clerk require- course, students should have mastered Terminology (2) ments. None the following computer fundamentals: basic commands to operate software Overview of veterinary-related medical VETA 110 - Veterinary Assistant programs, directory structure, file terminology covering terms of anatom- Practicum I (2) management, and be able to use icons ical topography, organ systems and Through field trips, visit various and keyboard commands. disease, nursing records, pharmaceu- veterinary work settings to explore ticals, emergency and surgical proce- TECD 105 - Computer-Aided Design typical work assignments, analyze dures, and common patient descrip- III (4) work climates, expand and observe tions. None possible future work opportunities. In This study of 3-D modeling practices VETA 105 - Veterinary Anatomy & the classroom and laboratory, further includes assemblies and Geometric Physiology I (2) develop skills and knowledge through Dimensioning and Tolerances. Topics hands-on practice of patient manage- include materials, derived parts, part Basic overview of cross species anato- ment strategies, surgical techniques, patterning, constraints and reference my and physiology as it relates to vet- and laboratory procedures. Practicum geometry. Prerequisite: TECD 104. erinary science. Covers terminology as will continue in VETA 113. None Strongly recommended - prior to it relates to the anatomical topography entering this course, students should and function of the basic cell structure VETA 111 - Veterinary Clinical have mastered the following computer of animals, including an overview of Procedures (4) fundamentals: basic commands to skeletal anatomy and physiology. In- Introduction to veterinary clinical operate software programs, directory troduction to all the major animal body procedures related to parasitology, structure, file management, and be systems including the integument and hematology, urinalysis, and diagnostic able to use icons and keyboard com- muscular systems, the respiratory and imaging. Covers laboratory safety, zoo- mands. cardiovascular systems, the hemolym- nosis, the role of veterinary assistants phatic, gastrointestinal, endocrine, TECD 107 - Computer-Aided Design in the veterinary clinical laboratory, reproductive, urinary and nervous IV (5) proper use and care of microscopes, systems. None and working individually and in small Intermediate study of 3-D modeling VETA 107 - Veterinary Nursing/ groups to develop laboratory skills. tools. In depth study of documenta- Patient Management I (3) Prerequisite: VETA 103 and 105. tion practices for 3-D modeling. Apply techniques and standard practices of Learn how to safely and effectively VETA 112 - Veterinary Anatomy and technical graphics to communicate obtain patient data that will allow Physiology II (3) design ideas. Topics include drafting, accurate evaluation of the patient with Continuation of VETA 105. Students section views, exploded view, rendering minimum stress and maximum safety. will continue studying animal anatomy and animation basics. Prerequisite: Introduction to animal restraint, record and physiology as it relates to selected TECD 105. charting, interview a client, pharma- species including diseases that affect cology, and physical examination. the integument and muscular systems,

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the respiratory and cardiovascular Opportunities for variable student control. Prerequisite: WT 112 and 221. systems, the hemolymphatic, gastro- pacing may be provided. Prerequisite: WMATH 100 or concurrent enrollment. intestinal, endocrine, reproductive, MATH 96 with a grade of C or better, or WT 117 - Hand and Power Tools (3) urinary and nervous systems. Canine, appropriate test score. Introduction to the safe and proper feline, equine and avian anatomy and WT 111 - Introduction to Shielded use of hand and power tools commonly physiology will be reviewed. Prerequi- Metal Arc Welding (5) used in the welding and fabrication site: VETA 105 Basic Shielded Metal Arc Welding trades. Covers set-up, operation, VETA 113 - Veterinary Assistant (SMAW) theory of operation and safety trouble-shooting, and maintenance of Practicum II (2) requirements. Covers SMAW saws, grinders, drill press, roller, sheet Continuation of VETA 110. Introduction selection based on the AWS electrode metal brake, and . Prerequisite: to the handling and care of horses. classification system and includes WT 111, 114, and 211. Focuses on performing basic handling, an introduction to hands-on welding WT 118 - Welding Joint Design and restraint and nursing skills with an techniques in the shop setting. Prereq- Welding Symbols (3) emphasis on equine behavior. Apply uisite: CSS 103 or concurrent enroll- Introduction to the five basic Weld principles learned about equine health ment. Joint Designs. Focuses on selecting care. Students will participate in a WT 112 - Introduction to Wirefeed the most appropriate joint design for two-day, off site, workshop led by local Welding (5) a welding job. Also focuses on rec- equine industry experts. Prerequisite: Basic Wirefeed Welding theory of ognizing, reading and understanding VETA 110. operation and safety requirements. Welding Symbols which let the welder VETA 114 - Veterinary Business Covers Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) know exactly what is needed. Prerequi- Essentials (2) and Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) site: WT 111, 114, and 211. Learn the business aspects of the processes, selection, and WT 131 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding veterinary practice as it relates to electrode selection based on the AWS for Beginners (2) the role of Veterinary Assistants in electrode classification system. Safety Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc the clinic environment. Leadership procedures are also covered. Includes Welding (SMAW). Welding of structural skills, communication skills, business an introduction to hands-on welding steel plate in the flat position using etiquette, and stress management will techniques in the shop setting. Prereq- E6010 and E7018 with em- be discussed. Covers medical records uisite: WT 111, 114, and 211. phasis on shop safety. None management, scheduling clients, pet WT 113 - Introduction to Inert Gas and WT 133 - Oxy-Fuel Processes for insurance, taking inventory and the ba- Aluminum Welding (5) sics of financial accounting as it relates Beginners (2) Basic inert gas welding theory of to client billing. Prerequisite: VETA 101 Introduction to oxy-fuel cutting and operation and safety requirements. and 103. welding. Welding of Introduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding plate in the flat position with emphasis VETA 115 - Veterinary Assistant (GMAW) and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding on shop safety. Also covers air-carbon Practicum III (2) (GTAW) processes and electrode selec- arc gouging. None Continuation of VETA 113. Focuses on tion based on the AWS electrode classi- normal canine, feline, equine and avian fication system. Includes an introduc- WT 199 - Cooperative Education behavior. Apply principles of operant tion to hands-on welding techniques in Experience (1-15) conditioning and positive reinforce- the shop setting. Prerequisite: WT 111, Supervised work experience in the ment methods for animal training. 114, and 211. field. Includes a weekly seminar. Topics include causes of behavioral WT 114 - Thermal Cutting Processes Prerequisite: Instructor permission problems in companion animals, stag- (3) required. es of development in young animals, Introduction to the plasma arc and WT 200 - Weld Skill Upgrading (1-16) socialization methods, crate training, oxy-fuel cutting processes. Covers and elimination training methods for Skill upgrading in the areas of stick, process safety and theory of operation. dogs and cats. Prerequisite: VETA 113 wire, or tig welding. Course content to Course includes an introduction to be arranged with instructor prior to VETA 199 - Cooperative Education hands-on thermal cutting techniques in registration. Prerequisite: department Experience (2) the shop setting. Prerequisite: CSS 103 chair permission. Supervised work experience in the or concurrent enrollment. WT 211 - Intermediate Shielded Metal field. Includes a weekly seminar. In- WT 116 - Introduction to Welding Arc Welding (9) structor permission required. Prerequi- Metallurgy (5) site: Instructor permission required. Fillet welds on using the Metallurgical theory as it applies to the SMAW process in the flat, horizontal, WMATH 100 - Professional Technical welding of ferrous and nonferrous met- vertical and overhead positions. Intro- Applied Math (5) als. Covers properties of metals, melt- duction and/or review of shop safety, This course is non-transferable and for ing and solidification, phase changes, metal cutting, fitting, and gouging professional/technical students only. weld bead chemistry, and heat affect- procedures. Prerequisite: CSS 103 or Basic mathematics used in several ed zones. Effects of alloying elements concurrent enrollment. occupational clusters. Estimation, and heat treatments will be inves- effective calculator usage and practical tigated along with welding-induced problem solving techniques explored. distortion and methods for distortion

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WT 212 - Intermediate Wirefeed site: 2 credits from any WT course or Welding (9) Department Chair permission. Fillet welds on carbon steel using the WT 225 - Flux-Cored Arc Welding semi-automatic wirefeed FCAW and Certification (1) GMAW processes in the flat, horizontal, Principles and practices relating to vertical and overhead positions. Intro- weld procedure qualification and weld- duction and/or review of shop safety, er certification. Unlimited thickness, metal cutting, fitting, and gouging all-position FCAW welder qualification procedures. Prerequisite: WT 112, 221 test on carbon steel in conformity with and MANF 140. AWS and WABO standards. Prerequi- WT 213 - Intermediate Inert Gas and site: 2 credits from any WT course or Aluminum Welding (9) Department Chair permission. Fillet welds on aluminum and steel WT 226 - Gas Metal Arc Welding using GTAW and GMAW inert gas pro- Certification (1) cesses in the flat, horizontal, vertical Principles and practices relating to and overhead positions. Introduction weld procedure qualification and and/or review of shop safety, metal welder certification. Limited thickness, cutting, fitting, and gouging proce- all-position GMAW welder qualification dures. Prerequisite: WT 212. test on carbon steel in conformity with WT 221 - Shielded Metal Arc Welding AWS and WABO standards. Prerequi- Applications and Certification (9) site: 2 credits from any WT course or Shield Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Department Chair permission. certification and application. Covers WT 227 - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding all-position groove welding and general Certification (1) fabrication using the SMAW process. Principles and practices relating to Covers techniques for passing a stan- weld procedure qualification and dard AWS welder qualification test. welder certification. Limited thickness, Includes trade math, blueprint reading, all-position GTAW welder qualification and layout techniques. Prerequisite: test on carbon steel in conformity with WT 111, 114, and 211. AWS and WABO standards. Prerequi- WT 222 - Wirefeed Welding site: 2 credits from any WT course or Applications and Certification (9) Department Chair permission. All-position groove welding and general WT 231 - Gas Metal Arc Welding for fabrication using wirefeed process- Beginners (2) es. Covers techniques for passing a Introduction to gas metal arc (MIG) standard AWS welder qualification test. welding. Welding of structural steel Includes trade math, blueprint reading, plate in the flat position with emphasis and layout techniques. Prerequisite: on shop safety. None WT 221. WT 234 - Welding Skill Building (2) WT 223 - Inert Gas and Aluminum Skill upgrading in the areas of stick, Welding Applications & Certification wire, or tig welding for experienced (9) welders. Course content to be ar- Gas Metal (GMAW)and Gas Tungsten ranged with instructor. None Arc Welding (GTAW) certification and application. All-position groove welding and general fabrication of steel and aluminum using the GMAW and GTAW processes. Covers techniques for pass- ing standard AWS welder qualification test. Includes trade math, blueprint reading, and layout techniques. Pre- requisite: WT 222. WT 224 - Shield Metal Arc Welding Certification (1) Principles and practices relating to weld procedure qualification and weld- er certification. Unlimited thickness, all-position SMAW welder qualification test on carbon steel in conformity with AWS and WABO standards. Prerequi-

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Board of Trustees Mast, Gabriel MS, Eastern Washington University Dean of Arts & Sciences Baker, Michael (2005) Christon Skinner BA, Dickenson College Welding Technology Chair MA, Brown University Whatcom Community College Kathryn Bennett Vice Chair MS, University of Wisconsin Journeyman Fabricator Lindsay Fiker Ph.D., University of Washington Certified Master Welder Flora Perez-Lucatero Paul, David Baros, Richard (Allen) (2019) Vice President for Institutional Planning English Megan Scott O’Bryan & Effectiveness BA, MA,University of New Mexico Administration BA, Seattle University Beemer, Michael (2011) Acob-Nash, Mari MA, Miami University Marine Maintenance Technology Associate Vice President for International Ph.D., University of Illinois at Urba- AAUCT, Skagit Valley College na-Champaign Education BA, University of Washington Peinado, Claire BA, University of Washington MS, Ball State University Vice President for Student Services MA, Western Washington University Bertch, Michaela (2019) BA, Stanford University Ph.D., Oregon State University Nursing MA, University of Washington Clark, Anne BA, Goucher College Ph.D., University of Washington Vice President of College Advancement Ph.D., University of Connecticut Health BA, Seattle Pacific University Tucker, Carolyn Center M.Ed., Lesley University Associate Vice President of Human Bianco, Elena (2008) Resources Fitzpatrick Plagge, Sinead Librarian BA, Antioch University Dean of Basic Education BA, MLS, University of Washington MBA, WGU-Washington AA, Binion, Patricia (2018) SPHR, Human Resources Certification BA, M.Ed., Western Washington Uni- EMT Instructor Institute versity Emergency Medical Technician Cert. - Greeno, Darren SHRM-SCP, Society for Human Re- Everett Community College source Management Dean of Workforce Education Advanced EMT Cert. - Gold Bar Fire AA, Seattle Central Faculty District #26 BA, University of Washington Date in parentheses indicates year of Boland, Jennifer (2014) MA, The New School for Social Re- initial service to SVC. College and Career Bridge search Anderson, Eric (1988) BA, MA, University of Northern Colo- Jaramillo, Ed Coordinator, Disability Access Services/ rado Vice President of Administrative Services Counselor Brady, Brian (2014) BA, University of San Diego BA, Pacific Lutheran University Science MA, University of California - Irvine M.Ed., Western Washington University BS, California State University - San Marcos MFA, Academy of Arts University Anderson, Nancy (1986) Physical Education Ph.D., University of California - River- Ph.D., Defense Management University side BA, Pacific Lutheran University Keegan, Thomas Brierley, Rose (1997) MS, Seattle Pacific University President Counselor/Running Start Andringa, Bernie (2001) AA, Skagit Valley College BA, M.Ed., Western Washington Uni- BA, University of Puget Sound Diesel Power Technology versity MA, Western Washington University AT, Universal Technical Institute, Phoe- Bruce, Gail (1990) nix Ed.D., University of Washington Counseling Ashe, Bobbi (2007) Lawson, Kenneth BA, M.Ed., Whitworth College English Language Acquisition Vice President for Instruction Ph.D., BA, Evergreen State College BA, MA, University of Utah Bundy, Ruth (2010) M.Ed., University of Portland Ph.D., University of Washington Nursing Avendano-Ibarra, Claudia (2017) BS, California State University - Chico Human Services

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M.P.A., California State University - Deschenes, Susan (1997) AA, Skagit Valley College Long Beach Physical Education BA, Washington State University Cahill, Neta Simpkins (2005) BA, Western Washington University MA, Western Washington University Intensive English Language MBA, City University Fotheringham, Don (2000) BA, University of Washington Dixon, Sally (1989) Computer Information Systems MA, University of British Columbia Business Management BA, University of Ottawa Cailloux, Laura (1997) BA, Western Washington University B.Ed., University of Toronto Business MS, University of Southern California Frazier, Bethany (2002) BA, Lewis and MBA, Western Governors University Health Fitness MA, Portland State University Dorothy, Carolyn (2015) BS, MS, Washington State University Ed.D., University of Washington Allied Health Education Gage, Abel (1998) Carter, Paulette (2012) BA, Western Washington University Mathematics Nursing Dryden, Andrea (2012) BS, Wheaton College AA, ASN, Nursing MS, Western Washington University BA, Western Washington University BSN, Purdue University Graber, Daniel (2001) BSN, MSN, Loyola University MSN, University of Washington Mathematics Christian, Tiffany (2017) Dunbar, Kurt (1997) AAUCT, Skagit Valley College English History & Social Science BS, MS, Western Washington Univer- BA, Pacific University BA, MA, Western Washington Univer- sity MFA, Chapman University sity Graham, Jason (2007) MA, University of Oregon Duncan, Kristine (1998) English Ph.D., Washington State University Nutrition BA, MA, Western Washington Univer- Cofer, Deborah (1997) BA, MA, Central Washington University sity Mathematics Edwards, Terry (2013) MFA, University of Virginia BA, Colorado College Criminal Justice Grothe, Margo (1999) MA, State University of New York at BA, Kentucky Wesleyan College Life Transitions Binghamton MPA, Golden Gate University ATA, Skagit Valley College Coorough, Calleen (1995) J.D., University of Louisville BA, Western Washington University Multimedia & Interactive Technology ATA, Skagit Valley College Haley, May (1989) BS, University of Wyoming Edwards, Amy (1997) College Success Skills M.Ed., Ph.D., University of Idaho Mathematics BS, MS, University of Washington Cox, Dani (1988) BA, George Washington University Hall, Sharon (1990) Culinary Arts & Hospitality Management MA, University of California - Berkeley Art BS, Central Washington University Edwards, Dan (2014) BFA, Arkansas State University Diploma, Western Culinary Institute Nursing MFA, University of Washington Curtis, Joy (2017) MA, Western Governors University Halliday, Hilda (1985) Nursing Edwards, Terry (2013) Computer Science, Mathematics ADN, Blue Mountain Community Col- Criminal Justice BS, MS, Western Washington Univer- sity lege BA, Kentucky Wesleyan College Hanchett, Brian (1994) BSN, Oregon Health Services Univer- MPA, Golden Gate University sity Counselor J.D., University of Louisville MSN, Western Governor’s University BS, M.Ed., Western Washington Uni- Fackler-Adams, Ben (1999) Davern, Gail (2007) versity Physical Sciences English Handley, Jennifer (1998) BA, BS, University of California - Santa English BA, MA, University of Utah Cruz BA, Western Oregon State College Davidson, Heather (2018) MS, Western Washington University Communication Studies MA, New Mexico State University Ph.D., University of California - Santa AA, Whatcom Community College Barbara Heinze, Brian (2007) MA, MS, Western Washington Univer- Forsythe, Lisa (2006) Mathematics sity Invest BS, MAT, George Fox University

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MS, Western Washington University BA Ed, M.Ed., Eastern Washington Meyers, Alexis (2017) Heinze, Susanna (2006) University Early Childhood Education Biology Lawson, Jennifer (2014) BA, Pacific Oaks College Northwest BS, George Fox University Basis Education MS, Bank Street College of Education MS, University of North Carolina - BA, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Univer- Mills, Margret (1998) sity Chapel Hill Librarian MA, City University of Seattle Henderson, Justin (2011) BA, University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire Leksen, Kristi (2016) Medical Assistant MLS, University of Wisconsin - Madison Counselor ATA, Skagit Valley College Mohler, Christina (2013) BA, Seattle Paciffic University Higuera, Gabriel (2019) English MA, Gonzaga University Ethnic Studies BA, Boston University Lind, Jason (1999) BA, Arizona State University Ph.D., City University Communication Studies MLS, Graduate Center of the City Uni- Moore, Linda (1979) versity of New York BA, Western Washington University Developmental Education Hjouj, Fayez (2019) MA, University of Maine BA, Pacific Lutheran University Engineering Logan, Angela (2019) M.Ed., University of Puget Sound MA, Technical University / IASI - Ro- Communication Studies Morales, Dusti (2014) mania BA, Barry University Mathematics MA, Portland State University MA, California State University Fuller- AA, Ventura College Hunter, Edward (2018) ton BS, California Polytechnic University - Computer Information Systems Loonat, Farhana (2014) San Luis Obispo ATA, Skagit Valley College Philosophy/Political Science MA, University of California - San Diego BA, Midland University B.Soc.Sc., University of KwaZulu-Natal Morris, Damond (2014) MS, Univeristy of Phoenix MA, University of Virginia Drama Iverson, Mary (2008) Ph.D., Vanderbilt University BA, MA, Western Washington Univer- Art Luckmann, Charles (1997) sity BA, MFA, University of Washington English, Ethnic Studies Ph.D., University of Oregon BFA, Cornish College of the Arts BA, University of Illinois Munsey, Ben (1992) Johnson, Diane (1998) MA, Western Washington University English Language Acquisition Music Malphrus, Bob (2005) AB, Occidental College BA, MA, University of California Human Services MA, Western Washington University DMA, Claremont Graduate University BA, Washington State University Musk, Dinty (2017) Klesick, Aaron (2019) M.Ed., City University, Bellingham Chemistry Automotive Technology Mardesich, Matthew (2017) BA, Taylor University ATA, Skagit Valley College Marine Maintenance Technology Ph.D., University of Illinois BA, Montana State Univeristy - North- AA, ATA, Skagit Valley College Oakes, Tamara (1990) ern BS, Western Washington University Office Administration and Accounting Kocol, Greta (1997) Mattox, Tami (1990) Technologies Mathematics Medical Assistant AA, Skagit Valley College BA, MS, Western Washington Univer- Paramedicine Certificate, Tacoma BA, Western Washington University sity Community College O’Connell, Edward (Ted) (1999) Kuebelbeck, Mary (2013) ATA, Skagit Valley College English Welding Technology McGuire, Beth (1990) BA, DePauw University AAS, Bellingham Technical College Counselor, TRIO Student Support MFA, University of Oregon Kunz, Julie (2014) Services Ogden, John (2002) Counselor, Disability Access Services BA, Linfield College Business Administration, Economics BS, Washington State University MS, Western Washington University BA, University of Washington MS, Central Washington University McVicker, Patrick (2000) MBA, University of Washington Larson, Kathy (1997) Fire Protection Technology J.D., Gonzaga Law School Mathematics AAS, Portland Community College

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Palmer, Clifford (2008) MS, Washington State University Weyers, Chad (2010) Biology Schaffner, Ron (2005) Psychology BS, California Polytechnic State Uni- Automotive Technology BA, Central Washington University versity A.A., A.A.S., Spokane Community MA, Lewis and Clark College MS, Western Washington University College Zukoski, Ann (2003) Pickett, Malia (2015) BA, Puget Sound Christian College Physics Nursing ASE Certified Master Machinist and BA, University of California Certified Master Technician MA, University of Washington MS, San Jose State University Smith, Linda (1989) Poole, Bruce (2011) Ph.D., University of Southern Missis- Manufacturing Technology Communication Studies sippi MS, Walden University BA, Seattle Pacific University Zwolenski, Christopher (Kip) (2015) Ridge, David (2017) MA, Western Washington University Early Childhood Education Welding Smith, Roxanne (2006) AA, Whatcom Community College ATA, Everett Community College Chemistry BA, Goddard College CTE, Central Washington University BA/BS, Evergreen State College M.Ed., Western Washington University Riley, Heather (2016) MS, Western Washington University Exempt Staff Nursing Ph.D., University of Northern Colorado BA, MA, California State University, Spinnie, Kristi (1997) Date in parentheses indicates year of Dominguez Hills Office Administration & Accounting initial service to SVC. Robertson, Gretchen (2004) Technologies Allen, Vanessa (2008) College and Career Bridge BA, Northwest Nazarene College Customer Relationship Management Specialist BA, University of Washington MA, Ohio State University AAUCT, Skagit Valley College MIT, Western Washington University MBA, Ashland University BS, BA, Central Washington University Rodriguez Ortiz, Gilbert (2007) Stady, Jeff (1994) Ainley, Arden (1988) Culinary Arts & Hospitality Management Mathematics Chief Public Information Officer ATA, Skagit Valley College BS, MS, Western Washington Univer- BA, University of Washington Sanchez, José (2003) sity Allison, Crystal (2015) World Languages - Spanish Stevens, (1990) Mathematics Associate Dean Financial Aid and BA, Brigham Young University - Hawaii Veteran’s Education AAS, Whatcom Community College MA, Indiana State University BA, Western Washington University Sandahl, Jeanne (2017) BA, MS, Western Washington Univer- sity M.Ed., Western Washington University Nursing Sullivan, Elizabeth (Libby) (2019) Avary, Ann (2006) BS, University of SC at Spartanburg Librarian Center of Excellence Director, Marine MS, Walden University Technology BA, Skidmore College Sanders, Colleen (2019) BA, Indiana State University MLIS, Simmons College - Graduate Librarian School of Library and Information Badgley, John (Marcus) (2016) BA, University of Victoria Science Web Content Specialist MLS, Emporia State University Svendsen, Claus (1992) Barnett, Lisa (1997) Scammell, Matt (2010) Environmental Conservation Navigator Business BS, MS, Copenhagen University, Den- ATA, Skagit Valley College AA, Skagit Valley College mark Beattie, James (1993) BA, MBA, Western Washington Univer- Ph.D., University of Washington Assistant Director of Facilities & sity Virendra, Sunaina (2015) Operations Scaringe, Cynthia (1999) Business Cert., Bellingham Vocational Technical Nursing BA, Mount Holyoke College Benalcazar Cotera, Veronica (2016) BSN, Niagara University MA, Western Governors University Assistant Director of ECEAP MSN, Syracuse University Weeden, Claude (2018) MA, Ashford University Schaffner, Joventina (1990) Nursing Bennett, Elise (Lisa) (2015) Mathematics BS, MN, University of Washington Navigator BS, University of San Carlos, Philip- BA, Western Washington University pines

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Bennett, Lynnette (2015) BS, Colorado State University at Boul- BS, WGU-Washington Associate Dean, Workforce Education der Jolly, Jim (2004) BS, Western Washington University MA, Colorado State University Director of Whidbey Island Campus M.Ed., Western Washington University Gomez, Hortencia (Cynthia) (2015) BS, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Univer- Boller, Keith (2008) Human Resources Generalist sity Program Manager, Head Start ATA, Skagit Valley College MBA, Brandman University AA, Palm Beach Community College Greybeck, Michele (Shelly) (2015) Jordan, Sandy (2016) BA, Florida State University Administrative Services Manager, Head Associate Dean, Counseling & Advising​ Start MA, University of Florida MBA, Brandman University BA, MA, University of Phoenix Cook, Kim (2005) Kirk, Aaron (2013) Hall, Melody (Kim) (2006) Director of Business Office/Controller Navigator Bookstore Manager BA, Western Washington University BA, College of Wooster BA, Eastern Washington University Coslor, Melinda (1983) Kriegel, Darys (2018) MA, Royal Roads University Director of Library and Media Services Veteran’s Program Specialist, Whidbey Havens-Tutt, Beverly (2001) Island Campus BS, Washington State University Senior Human Resources Generalist BA, University of Iowa M.Libr., University of Washington Hategekimana, Claver (2016) MS, University of Georgia Ph.D., Oregon State University Director of eLearning Landon, Glenda (2005) Craig, Steve (1993) AA, Des Moines Area Community Navigator Production Manager, McIntyre Hall College AAUCT, Skagit Valley College Davis, Kim (1999) BS, Wartburg College BA, Washington State University Director of Business & Customized MS, Dakota State University Training / Project Manager, COE M.Ed., Western Washington University Ph.D., Iowa State University BA, Western Washington University Lounsbery, Sandra (2004) Heiser, Andy (2014) Davis, Pamela (2012) Health, Safety & Nutrition Coordinator, Director of Information Technology Development and Donor Relations ECEAP​ Manager​ BS, University of Washington BA, University of Washington ATA, Skagit Valley College MA, University of British Columbia MS, University of Hawaii - Manoa Dresker, Sheila (2017) Hernandez-Melville, YaxKin (2017) Lykins, Mary Ellen (2010) Administrative Specialist - Instruction Multicultural Recruitment Specialist Director, Head Start & ECEAP​ Whidbey Island Campus BA, Universidad Veracrusana BS, Kennedy College Eldred, Kathy (2013) Hill, Rose (2010) MA, University of Nebraska Accounting Manager / Assistant Navigator MacFarland, Brandy (2016) Controller AA, Skagit Valley College Program Manager, Head Start BA, Washington State University BA, University of Phoenix BA, MA, University of Montana Epperson, Steven (1977) Holdal, Jeanne (2007) Magnus, Natalie (2018) Director of Athletics Enrollment & Family Partnerships Tutoring Program Mangager BA, BS, MS, Washington State Univer- Coordinator, ECEAP M.Ed, BA, University of Wisconsin-La- sity AA, Southern Oregon State University Crosse Fernandez, Alison (2010) BA, University of Hawaii Marin, Machias, Gerzon (2016) Director of Advising and Retention Houck, Sabrina (2018) Navigator BA, Western Washington University Budget Mananger AA, Skagit Valley College Galindo, Maria (2008) MBA, BA, Western Washington Univer- BA, MBA, Western Washington Univer- Workforce Grants Manager sity sity ATA, Skagit Valley College Hunter, Ryan (2017) Markert, Jean (1991) Geddis, Tiffany (2003) Navigator Navigator Navigator BA, Cornell University BA, Western Washington University BA, Western Washington University MA, University of Massechusetts, MA, Western Governors University MA, Seattle Pacific University Boston Martin, Randy (2000) Geis-Poage, Rebecca (2019) Hutchinson, Kristina (2010) Director, San Juan Center and Road Special Education Liaison - INVEST Human Resources Manager Scholar Program ATA, Skagit Valley College BS, Pacific Lutheran University

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McGinnis, James (2013) MA, Gonzaga University Scammon, Kayla (2018) Information Systems Administrator Pettit, Andrea (2018) Program Manager, Enrollment Services ATA, Skagit Valley College Human Resources Generalist BA, Central Washington University BS, Southern Illinois University Picton, Evan (2014) MA, Western Washington University Moran, Stacie (1997) Associate Director, Institutional Planning Schlegel, Peter (2018) Administrative Analyst to the Vice & Effectiveness Recruitment Specialist, Workforce President for Instruction BA, Central Washington University BA, Eastern Washington University AA & AAUCT, Skagit Valley College MA, University of North Carolina at Schulz, Christa (2004) Charlotte BA, Washington State University Director of International Programs Powell, Sean (2014) Morgan, David (1999) BA, Valparaiso University Network Administrator Infrastructure Support Manager MA, WGU Washington BS, Southern Utah University ATA, Skagit Valley College Sepulveda, Jamil (2018) Price, Shelly (2015) Mossman, Rick (2018) Human Resources Generalist-Talent Director of Law Enforcment & Public Associate Dean, Nursing Acquisition Safety Academies BA, College of Wooster BS, BA, University of Idaho BS, Kansas State University M.Ed., University of Georgia Shiflett, Erin (2010) Murphy, Brian (1998) MSN, Xavier University Educational Planner Director of Student Life / Lead Conduct Quigley, Alana (2012) AAUCT, Skagit Valley College Advisor Navigator BA, Eastern Washington University BA, Western Washington Universit AA, Skagit Valley College MA, Monash University Nansel, Kathy (1996) BA, Western Washington University Smith, Cherie (2002) Confidential Secretary to the Vice Radeleff, Lisa (1997) President for Instruction Program Manager, Head Start Administrative Assistant/Executive AA, Peninsula Community College ATA, Skagit Valley College Secretary to the President BA, Washington State University Nording, Theresa (1997) Senior Studies - Rio Hondo College Tautvydas, Nida (2006) Program Manager, Enrollment Services Reep, Kelly (2004) Executive Director of McIntyre Hall ATA, Skagit Valley College Community Relations & Special Events Orellana, Katelynn (2013) Manager BA, University of Wisconsin, Madison Navigator AA, Skagit Valley College MA, Columbia College AA, Cascadia Community College BA, Washington State University Tuininga, Brad (2015) Director of Philanthropy BA, Western Washington University Regimbal, Caryn (2017) Ouellette, Wendy (2016) Associate Dean of Enrollment Services BA, MA, Western Washington Univer- sity Navigator BA, Seattle University Uchida, Griffin (2019) BA, Western Washington University M.Ed., Western Washington University Director of Residence Life MA, Northern Michigan University Richter, Rebecca (2005) BA, Western Washington University Padilla-Torres, Daisy (2014) Program Manager, Head Start MA, University of Louisville Navigator BA, California State University - Long Veltri, Jennifer (2013) BA, Western Washington University Beach Activity Director, Title III M.Ed., Western Washington University Rosales, Yadira (2012) BA, University of Utah Paul, Tania (2017) Director of Multicultural Student Services MA, University of Washington Navigator AAUCT, Skagit Valley College Vivanco Meza, Estevan (2016) BA, Sonoma State University BA, M.Ed., Western Washington Uni- versity Navigator MA, University of LaVerne Salinas, Elizabeth (2005) BA-Spanish, Western Washington Payne, Annie (2005) Navigator University Education Coordinator, ECEAP AA, Skagit Valley College BA-Education, Western Washington BA, University of Tennessee University BA, MA, Western Washington Univer- Penland, Shiloh (2017) sity Walters, James (1997) Director of TRiO Student Support Director of Marketing and Savoy, (Anthony) Tony (2016) Services Communications Coordinator of Soccer Operations & AAS, Women’s Soccer Coach AA, Ferris State University BS, Washington State University BA, Western Washington University

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MBA, City University of Seattle Badillo, Melissa Christy, Jamie Ward, Denise (2019) Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Assesment Specialist Head Start Head Start BA, Utah State University Bains, Harpreet Clark, Jesse Wheeler, Rebecca (2018) Early Childhood Program Specialist 2, Custodian 2 ECEAP Purchasing Grants and Contracts Colter, Juliet Supervisor Baines, Patti Early Childhood Program Specialist 4, BS, American Intercontinental Univer- Early Childhood Program Specialist 4, Head Start sity Head Start Confer, Shirley AA, Northwest Iowa Community Col- Barber, Jill Accounts Payable lege Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Cortez, Mara Head Start Wheeler, Timothy (2018) Early Childhood Program Specialist 2, Director of Facilities and Plant Operations Barry, Phyllis ECEAP​ Administrative Assistant 3 - Professional/ AA, Southwestern Oregon Community Coslor, Jennifer Technical Education College Instruction and Classroom Support Tech Benson, Gary White, Tara (2019) 2, Environmental Conservation Custodian 4 Instructional Technology Specialist Costner, Lia Bishop, Julie ATA, Skagit Valley College Early Childhood Program Specialist 2, Library & Archives Paraprofessional 4 ECEAP​ Williams, CouriAnne (2018) Blue, Shawna De Maria, Dianna Community Education Director Program Coordinator - Environmental Early Childhood Program Specialist 2, BA, MA, Gonzaga University Conservation Head Start Williams, Jamar (2017) Borja-Hurtado, Karina Degnan, Cathy Navigator Program Support Supervisor 1, Basic Office Assistant 3 - San Juan Center MA, Eastern Washington University Education Dillon, Tina Wood, Becky (2016) Brown, Cory Custodian 2 Navigator Custodian 2 Dimaggio, Victoria BA, MS, Western Washington Univer- Buenaventura, Joe Instruction & Classroom Support sity Information Technology Specialist 3, Technician 2 Classified Staff Whidbey Island Campus Donahue, Stefanie Burton, Allison Communications Consultant 2 - Aguirre, Alvan Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Enrollment Services Information Technology Specialist 4 Head Start Dominguez, Betzy Aguilar, Margarita Cairns, Don Food Service Worker, Head Start Early Childhood Program Specialist 4, Graphic Designer Senior ECEAP Downs, Dale Cardenas, Cruz Aguilia Cuevas, Yolanda Maintenance Custodian Early Childhood Program Specialist 4, Early Childhood Program Specialist 2, Draxten, Jessica Head Start Head Start Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Carlton, Maria Allen, Angelo ECEAP Early Childhood Program Specialist 2, Custodian 2 Early, Torstein Head Start Angulo, Celina Information Technology Specialist 3 Carrigg, Sheila Program Coordinator - Counseling & Eberle, Leah Early Childhood Program Specialist 4, Advising Program Coordinator - Student Life Head Start Aragon, Lynnette Edwards, Julie Castello, Alan Program Coordinator - Enrollment Office Assistant 3 - Administrative Custodian 2 Services Services Cazares Romero, Marielva Atkins, Maryann Ellis, Tammi Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Early Childhood Program Specialist 4, Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Head Start Head Start Head Start Chamberlain, Danni Atwell, Angela Emory, Ian Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Program Specialist 2 - San Juan Center Maintenance Mechanic 2 Head Start Engberg, Kimberly Human Resources Consultant Assistant 2

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Erickson, Amy Hammond, Janet Karney, Deborah Program Coordinator - Workforce Grants Early Childhood Program Specialist 2, Program Assistant - Health Services, Erickson, Rachel ECEAP ECEAP Program Support Supervisor 1 - Arts & Hansey, Lucas Karr-Gotz, Barbara Sciences Information Technology Specialist 3 Early Childhood Program Specialist 4, Fagan, Laurel Hatfield, Rob Head Start Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Credentials Evaluator 3 Kestler, Gisella Head Start Hauser, David Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Head Start Farmer, David Building and Grounds Supervisor B - Custodian 2 Whidbey Island Campus Kestler, Stephanie Ferguson, Kelly Hawkins, Kathleen Early Childhood Program Specialist 4, Head Start Credentials Evaluator 3 - Whidbey Island Cashier 2 - Bussiness Office Kislyanka, Vera Campus Heinzman, Shannon Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Frolander, Karin Information Technology Specialist 2 Head Start Fiscal Specialist 1 Hernandez-Bartolomei, Zahira Koetje, Vivian Fuentes, Cinthya Food Service Worker, Head Start Mail Process - Driver Lead, Copy & Mail Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Highet, Lyn Center Head Start Food Service Manager 5 Kozowski, Karen (Becky) Gaitan, Patricia Hilden, Linda Program Coordinator - Financial Aid Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Early Childhood Program Specialist 4, Head Start Lacey, Marilana (Shelley) Head Start Garcia, Angelica Program Specialist 3 - Financial Aid Hoffbuhr, Kristen Program Support Supervisor - Enrollment Lanning, Brandy Instruction & Classroom Support Tech 4, Services Program Coordinator - Enrollment Biology Garner, Andrea Services Hoffman, James Administrative Assistant 4, Head Start Larsen, Beth Campus Security Officer Garza, Michele Fiscal Technician 3, Head Start Howland, Jacob Program Coordinator - Enrollment Leber, Sandra Maintenance Mechanic 2 Services Program Manager A - Athletics Hudson, Sharon Gonzales, Laura Lecoq, Amy Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Early Childhood Program Specialist 2, Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Head Start Head Start Head Start Hull, Jennifer Gonzalez, Azucena Levesen, Lance Office Assistant 3 - Marine Skills Center Program Coordinator - TRiO Campus Security Officer Irish, Kimberly Gonzalez-Hendrix, Eddie Levesen, Stephanie Early Childhood Program Specialist 4, Office Assistant 3, ECEAP Library & Archives Paraprofessional 3 Head Start Good, James Lilgreen, Mark Jack, Barbara Jean Custodian 3 Maintenance Mechanic 3 Program Assistant - Health Sciences Goodrich, Peter Loberg-Martin, Megan Jensen, Susan Graphic Designer Maintenance Custodian Program Coordinator - Registration, Gregush, Jamie Whidbey Island Campus Lynch, Paula Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Johnson, Karen Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Head Start Head Start Office Assistant 2, Head Start Grider, Corinne MacFarland, Francisco Johnson, Jennifer Maintenance Custodian Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Head Start Griffin, Patricia Head Start Marrs, Linda Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Johnson, Liesl Head Start Early Childhood Program Specialist 1, Program Coordinator - Disability Access Head Start Guzman, Sylvia Services/TRiO/Tutor Center, Whidbey Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Island Campus Martin, Charolette Head Start Kaczmarczyk, Edward Administrative Assistant 2 - Student Services Hamilton, Calvin Maintenance Mechanic 3 Maintenance Custodian

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McAdam, Bradley Ortiz, Doricela Sewell, Julia Maintenance Mechanic 2 Social Work Assistant 1, Head Start Early Childhood Program Specialist 2, McAlister, Greta Orton, Elisha ECEAP Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Shannon, Katherine Head Start Head Start Instruction & Classroom Support McGinnis, Patricia Osgood, Sarah Technician 1, Basic Education Early Childhood Program Specialist 2, Custodian 2 Short, Alisha ECEAP Paiz, Terri Early Childhood Program Specialist 1, ECEAP Merryman, Darcy Social Work Assistant 2, Head Start Smith, Cara Information Technology Specialist 1 Petosa, Karen Early Childhood Program Specialist 2, Miller, Teresa Early Childhood Program Specialist 4, Head Start Procurement Supply Specialist 2 - Head Start Smith, Megan Information Technology Potts, Kristine Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Mirante, Lisa Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Head Start Fiscal Analyst 3 Head Start Smock, Justin Mitchell, Kimberly Ramirez, Mayra Program Support Supervisor 1 - Disability Library & Archives Paraprofessional 3, Program Coordinator - Enrollment Access Services Whidbey Island Campus Services Solis Garcia, Daniela Moen, Bruce Reyna, Aide Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Maintenance Mechanic 2, Whidbey Island Social Work Assistant 1, Head Start Head Start Campus Reyes, Kathryn Somers, Steven Monrreal-Perez, Estafani (Jazmin) Administrative Assistant 3 - Student Maintenance Mechanic 3 Early Childhood Program Specialist 2, Services, Whidbey Island Campus Sopher, Samantha Head Start Ricketts, Lillian (Lilly) Program Support Supervisor- Health Morales, Alejandra Custodian 2 Sciences Early Childhood Program Specialist 2, Head Start St. Germain, Benjamin Morris, Scott Richter, Bennett Information Technology Specialist 5 Instructional and Classroom Support Early Childhood Program Specialist 2, Stephenson, Thomas Tech 3, Chemistry/Physical Science Head Start Fiscal Specialist 1 Navarro, Kathryn Rodriguez, Elva Stevens, Theresa Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Early Childhood Program Specialist 1, Program Specialist 3 - Financial Aid Head Start ECEAP Stoker, Timothy Nolan, Joyce Rolfson, Carrie Maintenance Mechanic 1 Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Food Service Supervisor 1 Sewell, Julia Head Start Rollin, Rosalia Early Childhood Program Specialist 2, Notson, Kim Custodian 3, Whidbey Island Campus ECEAP Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Romero Cazares, Marielva Taylor, Jeri ECEAP​ Early Childhood Program Specalist 3, Early Childhood Program Specialist 1, O’Connell, Susana Head Start Head Start Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Salas, Janet Thompson, Valerie Head Start Assistant Manager - Bookstore Program Assistant - Professional/ Olson, Shelley Saulness, Maria Technical Education Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Tomeoka, Tatsuo (Tom) ECEAP Head Start Program Specialist 2 - Financial Aid Omdal, Bret Scheer, Debra Torres, Sandra Information Technology Specialist 5 Early Childhood Program Specialist 4, Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, O’Neil, Shannon Head Start Head Start Administrative Services Manager A - Schmeltz, Kathryn Trout, Aimee Campus View Village Fiscal Specialist 1, Whidbey Island Custodian 3 Ortega Solis, Yalda Campus Tzintzun, Brianda Office Assistant 2, Head Start Early Childhood Program Specialist 3 Infant/Toddler Specialist , Head Start

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Valdes, Rodrigo Armstrong, Joan (1961) Darden, Mary (1979) Campus Security Kinesiology, Exercise Science Counselor, Whidbey Island Campus Van Norman, Yoshimi Barnes, Trish (1989) Delaney, George (1966) Fiscal Technician 3, Whidbey Island English Vice President, Education Services Campus Batterberry, Robert (1967) Dike, Barbara (1964) Viola, Angela Computer Science Nursing Program Coordinator - International Beals, Nancy (1973) Donahue, Michael (1985) Programs Family Life, Early Childhood Education Psychology, Whidbey Island Campus Vivanco, Oralia Biehl, George (1998) Dunlap, Lynn (1979) Early Childhood Program Specialist 2, Science, Whidbey Island Campus English Head Start Bidwell, Rucilla (1963) Dursch, H. Robert (1950) Welsh, Scott Office & Business Technology Physical Sciences Custodian 2 Biggers, John (1962) Duvall, Dave (1948) Werling, Sarah Civil Engineering Director of Athletics, Physical Education Early Childhood Program Specialist 4, & Health Head Start Bratley, Mel (1989) Duvall, Richard (1962) Wickstrom, Charlene Telecommunications Chemistry Program Coordinator - ICATCH Budler, Robert (1977) Dye, Marilyn (1960) Wilbur, Brenda Marine Maintenance Technology, Whidbey Island Campus Nursing Fiscal Technician 2 Burke, Marjean (1972) Eaton, Sydney (1959) Williams, Barbara Nursing, Whidbey Island Campus Art Program Coordinator - Physical Plant Burkholder, Dennis (1970) Fader, Edith (1960) Williams, Karin Parks Operation & Maintenance Library Fiscal Analyst 2, Foundation Burns, Robert (1975) Ferris, Gerald (1968) Willis, Alvin Diesel Mechanics Automotive Technology Information Technology Specialist 3 Bushaw, Mark (1994) Folsom, Kathy (1981) Wysomierski, Debra Welding Nursing, Whidbey Island Campus Program Coordinator - Financial Aid, Folsom, Riley (1978) Whidbey Island Campus Campbell, Marilyn (1983) Social Sciences Zavala, Ivett Coordinator, San Juan Center Forbes, William (1969) Early Childhood Program Specialist 1, Chandler, Jerome (1977) Head Start Physical Sciences History Zhekovska, Katya Chatt, Orville (1965) Ford, James (1954) Fiscal Specialist 1 Art President Chaves-Pickett, Pat (1971) Fouquette, Lynne (1982) Faculty & Administration Emeriti Spanish Psychology Date in parentheses indicates year of Clarke, Thomasina (1971) Fredlund, Emelyne (1994) initial service to SVC. Public Information Counselor Adams, Flora (1986) Cole, Geoffrey (1969) Friedlander, Andy (1984) Nursing Speech, English, Whidbey Island Campus Theatre Almvig, Deene (1963) Cole, Norwood (1947) Funk, Carol (1996) Counseling President Counselor, Whidbey Island Campus Alotrico, George (1967) Collins, Czarna (1960) Garcia, Joe (1990) English English Office & Business Technology Anderson, Howard (1961) Conner, Sally (1974) Gaston, Margaret (1970) Mathematics Office Administration & Accounting Office & Business Technology Anderson, Jerry (1996) Technologies Graham, Bob (1991) Firefighter Training Coole, Walter (1965) English, Whidbey Island Campus Anderson, Larry (1981) Philosophy Grambo, Marilyn (1979) Electronics, Whidbey Island Campus Coslor, Rex (1961) Program Manager, Head Start Angst, Laura (1927) Speech Gray, Wendy (1988) Biology Business Management

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Greene, Lorna (1994) Hughes, Jan (1991) Lewis, Charles (1929) Early Childhood Education English, Literature & Business Dean Guinn, Gary (1977) Indorf, Susan (1977) Loughlin, Beau (1970) Office & Business Technology, Business Mathematics, Whidbey Island Campus Computer Information Systems, Whidbey Administration Jafrey, Owais (1986) Island Campus Hahn, Martin (1996) Librarian, Whidbey Island Campus Lukasik, Leslie (2000) Culinary Arts & Hospitality Management Johnson, Dick (1972) Business Administration/Business Resource Coordinator, Whidbey Island Hall, R. Scott (1994) Business Administration, Economics Campus Automotive Technology Johnson, Sharon (Sherry) (1974) Maloney, Jr., Ted (1988) Hansen, Willard (1967) Director, Title III Faculty Development Director of Global Initiatives Farm Management Jordheim, Gerald (1962) Mashburn, Gloria (1965) Harker, Tom (1992) Student Guidance Library Vice President, Administrative Services Keeler, Ted (1983) Matthews, Jean (1978) Havist, Marjorie (1980) Associate Dean, E-Learning Human Services Dean, Library/Media Services Kenney, John (Jack) (1961) Matzen, Vicki (1975) Hayes, H.H. (1971) Business Administration & Economics Developmental Education, English, Dean, Whidbey Island Campus Kennicott, Patrick (1991) Whidbey Island Campus Headley, Carolyn (1971) Executive Director, SVC Foundation Maue, Mary (2009) Developmental Education Kent, Susan (1985) Nursing Hektner, Marilyn (1978) Librarian McCleery, James (1984) Controller Keyes, Beverly (2002) Mathematics, Whidbey Island Campus Helm, Jan (1998) Associate Dean of Health Sciences McHale, Nancy (1990) Nursing, Whidbey Island Campus Kiel, Edna (1978) Counselor, Whidbey Island Campus Helmer, Louise (1960) English McLatchy, Pat (1973) Counseling Kienholz, Oliver (1972) History Hemming, Jeanette (1995) Farm Management McRill, Chari (2007) Medical Assistant Klein, Phyllis (1979) Librarian, Whidbey Island Campus Hendrick, Linda (1982) Library Milne, James (1964) Librarian Knutzen, Gary (1965) Physics Hernandez, Angelica (1993) Director, Athletic Programs Miller, Alison (1996) English Knutzen, Judi (1979) French, Spanish Heverling, Janet (1977) Administrative Assistant for Assessment Moburg, Barbara (1986) Family Life/Early Childhood Education, Koci, Michele (1979) Social Science Whidbey Island Campus Dean, Professional Technical Education Monroe, Jim (1963) Hiestand, Tom (1988) LaBombard, Louis (1990) Biology Cooperative Education, Whidbey Island Social Science, Whidbey Island Campus Campus Moore, Tom (1970) LaFollette, Jere (2005) Hodson, Charlee (1984) Marine Technology Human Services Science, Whidbey Island Campus Morrell, Madison (1959) LaFond, John (1979) Hodson, George (1948) Social Services Business Administration, Whidbey Island President Mortensen, Claire (1987) Campus Hopke, Del (1974) Nursing Lancaster, Debra (1983) Diesel Mechanics Muga, David (1992) Director, Customized Training Hrutfiord, Donald (1969) Social Science Lee, Alice (1989) Automotive Technology Mullen, Val (2000) English, Whidbey Island Campus Huber, Carol (1979) Biology Lemberg Ross, Linda (1983) Office Administration and Accounting Naas, Susan (1990) Nursing Technologies - Whidbey Island Campus Nursing Leonard, Barbara (1981) Huffman, Richard (1980) Nelson, C.A. (1926) Office & Business Technology Mathematics Superintendent Leopold, Fern (1957) Library

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Nelson, Dan (1989) Rohloff, Dennis (1975) Thompson, Gary (1986) Welding Director, Plant Operations Truck Driver Training Nelson, William (1978) Roller, Harry (1958) Thompson, Kenneth (1963) Law Enforcement Engineering Physical Education Nowadnick, Richard (1952) Royal, Helen (1982) Tillotson, Delbert (1954) Dean of Instruction Office & Business Technology, Whidbey Business Services Ordóñez, Anita (1995) Island Campus Tinker, Susan (1973) Director, Multicultural Student Services/ Saben, Donald (1976) Vice President, Educational Services Counselor Welding Tobin, Harry (1965) Osborne, Gerald (1984) Sawyer, Gertrude (1954) Business Management Training Welding Nursing Turley, Jack (1962) Overby, Bill (2003) Scott, Dave (1990) Business Management Criminal Justice, Parks Law Enforcement Director of Facilities and Operations Turner, E. Glen (1962) and Basic Law Enforcement Reserve Siebert, Sheila (1965) English Academies Nursing Waters (Flint), Nancy (1988) Pass, Robert (Skip) (1978) Sigmar, Wallace (1971) Developmental Education, Student Biology, Agriculture Dean, Student Services & Foundation Support Services Pedersen, Joe (1966) Liaison White, Fay (2003) Electronics, Computer Repair Shane, Fay (1985) Nursing Pettitt, Maureen (1998) Director, SVC Foundation Whiting, Jack (1976) Director of Institutional Research Smith, Brad (1996) Diesel Mechanics Pflugfelder, Christina (1998) Physical Science Will, Anne (1998) Biology, Whidbey Island Campus​ Smith, Paul (1964) History Phipps, Wendell (1951) Personnel, Physical Plant Williamson, Bert (1970) Superintendent of Schools Sorensen, James (1969) Vice President, Business & Community Pierce, James (1965) Dean of Admissions & Registration Development Physical Science, Chemistry Sprague, Brinton (1988) Winslow, Lora (2008) Plucker, Robert (1968) Vice President, Educational Services Communications Studies, Whidbey Island Music Stanwood, Les (1980) Campus Poppe, Stanley (1962) English, Whidbey Island Campus Witmer, Michael (1973) Director of Athletics St. Germain, Jeanette (1994) Psychology Pruiett, Ramon (1956) Assistant Controller Woiwod, Linda (1987) Outdoor Education Stroosma, Peter (1981) Dean of Student Services Randall, Delores (1977) Director, Business Resource Center Young, Carl (1996) Nursing, Whidbey Island Campus Sult, Larry (1989) Executive Director, College Advancement Raymond, Katherine (1960) Philosophy Youngquist, Joan (2002) Counseling Swietzer, Michael (1991) Dean of Basic Skills Reeves, Joseph (1926) Marine Maintenance, Whidbey Island Ziomkowski, Anne (1998) Principal Campus Counseling Reid, Ann Chadwick (1986) Talbott, Vicki (1992) Staff Emeriti Art Academic English for Speakers of Other Date in parentheses indicates year of Requa, William (Kim) (1980) Languages initial service to SVC. Director of TRIO Student Support Tarro, Phillip (1964) Services Drama, Speech Abbott, Mike (1999) Veterans Benefits Specialist Robbin, Rand (1962) Tarry, Ronald (1987) Art Law Enforcement Alexander, Bruce (1994) Workforce Education Roberts, Walter (1957) Tate, Greg (1977) Director of Technical Education Art Allen, Jan (1966) President’s Office Rodriquez, Ted (1969) Thomas, H. Jeanne (1966) Electronics English Anderson, Betty (1980) Instructional Technician II

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Armstrong, Mary Lou (1988) Ebel-Higgins, Gail (1986) Magee, Eileen (1960) Business Office Administrative Assistant to the VP of Financial Aid Auld, Hale (1970) Business & Community Development Mains, Mary Lee (1998) Maintenance, Whidbey Island Campus Eklund, Ethelyn (1975) Cashier 2, Business Office Baker, Linda (2000) Secretary, Nursing Mann, Clyde (1992) Program Manager A - Academic Elde-Hansen, Clara (1958) Veteran’s Affairs / Financial Aid Assistant Instruction Business Office Matier, Ira (1977) Batchelor, Carolyn (1990) Elles, Alice (1972) Custodian Library & Archives Paraprofessional 4, Whidbey Island Campus McGuinness, Lois (1979) Whidbey Island Campus Fahl, Raymond (1965) Program Coordinator, Financial Aid Bjork, Cathie (1957) Custodian McKeehan, Sharon (1974) Registration Frasier, Joyce (1975) Program Coordinator, Financial Aid Boettcher, Lindsay (2001) Educational Services Metzger, Stephanie (1998) Cashier 2 Garza, Lily Transcript Evaluator Boos, Clarence (1971) Fiscal Analyst 2- Business Office Moen, James (1979) Custodial Hann, Lynn (2003) Custodian, Whidbey Island Campus Bos, Glenn (1969) Program Coordinator, South Whidbey Moon (Nash), Wendy (1984) Maintenance Center Administrative Assistant, Whidbey Island Brandt, Gloria (1978) Hansen, Willa (1962) Campus Secretary Supervisor, Counseling Bookstore Sales Manager Morris, Paul (1982) Broadgate, Herlinda (1989) Haren, Marilyn (1998) Maintenance Program Assistant - Career Services Administrative Assistant 3, Whidbey Morris, Penny (1979) Island Campus Bultman, Esther (1988) Secretary Supervisor Heggie, James (2007) Administration Office, Whidbey Island Murphy, Barbara (1981) Campus Veterans’ Benefits Assistant Fiscal Specialist 1 - Business Office Burton, Dallas (1988) Hurd, Linda (1990) Nakashima, Stanley Maintenance Developmental Education Custodian 2 Casteel, J. Rick (1990) Jansen, Jane (1998) Nelson, Arlene (1963) Custodian 2 Tutoring Program Coordinator Chief Accountant, Business Office Church, Pamela (1997) Jurgens, Paul (1984) Nelson, Kenneth (Ken) (1999) Director, Career Services Maintenance Information Technology Specialist 5 Clark, Sandra (1993) Kane, Helen (2012) Nevitt, Deanne (1986) Early Childhood Program Specialist 4, Human Resource Consultant 1 Program Coordinator, Culinary Arts Head Start Kinley, Verla (1969) Niles, Kathy (1999) Cook, Larry (1987) Registration Fiscal Technician II, Whidbey Island Maintenance Mechanic 3 Kotash, Karen (2000) Campus Davis Overby, Terry Jean (1995) Fiscal Analyst 3 - SVC Foundation Nondorf, Gary (1991) Coordinator of Evening Ed, Community Ed Le Dent-Iankovski, Gayle Grounds & Nursery Specialist 2 & Workforce Education Retail Clerk 2 - Bookstore Olson, Kathrine (1985) De Muth, Ray (1980) Ledbetter, Hazel (1974) Library Specialist II Program Coordinator, Whidbey Island Continuing Education Campus Olson, William (2003) Libbey, Darlene (1974) Dibble, Charmie (1978) Maintenance Mechanic 1 Payroll Culinary Arts Oshiro, Elizabeth (1998) Lisherness, Norma (1978) Dickerson, Raleigh (1982) Program Assistant - Arts & Sciences Media Technician Lead - Information Campus Security Palmer, Cheryl (1993) Technology Doctor, Phyllis (1977) Program Coordinator - Information Lundquist, Anne (1978) Technology Program Support Supervisor I, Bookstore Office Manager Admissions Pederson, Joan (1994) Lundquist, Fran (1963) Dooley, Nancy (1978) Office Assistant 3 - Registration Library Business Office Peters, Randall (1989) Instructional Network Manager

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Reid, Denny (1995) Accommodations Specialist, Disability Access Services Schlabach, Gary (1999) Custodian 1 Sears, Jan Office Assistant 3 - Counseling Seman, Mary (1979) Counseling Skurdahl, David (1990) Custodian 2 Smith, Craig (1998) Maintenance Mechanic 3 Smith, Rozanne (1999) Procurement & Supply Specialist 3 Stewart, Robert (1962) Maintenance Sylte, Emil (1972) Security Turner, Marcia (1984) Payroll Valentine, Percy (1977) Registration, Whidbey Island Campus Vance, Dan (1991) Maintenance Mechanic 1 Walker, Sherry (1994) Administrative Assistant to the Vice President of Whidbey Island Campus Warren, Maxine (1962) Registration Whelan, Bonnie (1973) Day Vocational Wiechert, Carl (1986) Office Assistant Wing, Shirley (1981) Library Wirta, Hazel (1988) Custodian Ytgard, Reidar (1983) Maintenance

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