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Notice: The statements contained in this handbook are for information purposes only and are not to be construed as replacing established college policies and procedures. 3000 N.E. Fourth Street | Renton, WA 98056-4195 | 425.235.2352 | www.RTC.edu 1941-2008 Our Mission Renton Technical College prepares a diverse student population for work, fulfilling the employment needs of individuals, business and industry. Our Vision

The College Renton Technical College will be the premiere technical college in State preparing students for certificates and associate and baccalaureate technical degrees. Our Values Renton Technical College is committed to the following values as we fulfill our mission and move towards our vision: Student-focused their success is our success Quality without compromise Integrity to say and do what is right Respect for people and feelings, ideas and resources Teamwork together, we all accomplish more Service to our customers and our community Renton Technical College Learning Outcomes Renton Technical College students, faculty, staff and administration are committed to the employability of our certificate and degree graduates. We promote the knowledge, habits and skills leading to success in a diverse, technological, information driven society.

Reason Think by interpreting and applying mathematical operations creatively, critically and reflectively » Use logic and appropriate methodology to draw » Apply decision making strategies conclusions from available information » Take responsibility for own learning » Use technology as a tool to obtain and organize » Use multiple resources to gather information to solve information problems Interact Communicate ethically in diverse and complex situations with clarity and originality » Communicate successfully across cultures » Demonstrate speaking, listening and writing skills » Value own and others’ individuality effectively » Use honest and ethical behavior in all actions » Analyze and respond to customer needs with Perform sensitivity job-specific technical skills » Utilize lines of communication to convey » Demonstrate skills for entry level employment information effectively » Meet industry-specific or certification standards » Assume responsibility for assigned tasks

 Renton Technical College The College www.RTC.edu Message from the President the from Message  Education programs. Our quarterly Class Schedule has a complete listing of current quarterly Our Class Schedule has a complete listing of current programs. Education areas such as For students who find they need a skill brush-up in general offerings. to help them get started. available classes are Studies Basic and Math, English We look forward to Technical College. Renton in your interest you for Thank goals. personal and professional your partnering to reach with you Ph.D. E. Bressler, Donald President succeed. our enjoy College. They Technical do at Renton at the center of all we are Students In attention they receive. and the individualized small class sizes caring environment, referred because they were come to RTC fact, the majority of our students tell us they of our 95 percent Over experience here. or friend who had a positive relative a by our campus. when they leave students find employment to learn a new skill or upgrade to RTC 16,000 people come approximately Each year, around 2,000 students in more you can find During the day, skills in their chosen field. instructors our campus. Our throughout training programs than 48 full-time career In workplace. to today’s keep close ties with industry learning is relevant that to ensure regularly. business members consult with RTC 400 fact, over variety of short-term a offer training, we addition to full- and part-time career In and Community our Continuing Education classes through development professional Welcome to Renton Technical College Technical Renton to Welcome to serve proud College has been community by the Technical Renton 65 years, over For our students the opportunity and education, giving quality training relevant, providing necessary the part- full-time and to develop Our market. to compete in the job skills giving environment, the work to replicate designed are training programs time career our students the opportunity in the workplace. to train on equipment that is used experience at your surgical technologist or drafter, a welder, intend to be Whether you at program successfully complete your When you will be hands-on and relevant. RTC chosen field. in your to seek employment be ready you’ll RTC, training that interests and find the career this catalog to look through encourage you We you determine to talk with one of our counselors who can help Then, take the time you. of financial assistance is a variety in mind there Keep goals. your to reach the best route to help you here are this: we all, remember Above to those who qualify. available 2008-2009 Catalog 2008-2009 Table of Contents

Mission Statement & Learning Outcomes...... 2 Legal Office Assistant...... 80 Message from the President...... 3 Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant...... 81 Licensed Practical Nurse...... 82 Career Training Programs Listed by Career Field...... 5 Major Appliance and Refrigeration Technology...... 83 About Renton Technical College...... 6 Management of Child Care Programs...... 84 School Calendar...... 9 Massage Therapy Practitioner...... 85 Instructional Programs/Degrees & Certificates...... 10 Medical Assistant...... 86-87 Medical Coding Specialist – Physician Based...... 88 The College Admissions/Registration...... 15 Medical Laboratory Technician, Certified...... 89 Full-Time Programs: Estimated Cost & Length...... 19 Medical Office Certificate...... 90 Student Services & Financial Aid...... 20 Medical Receptionist...... 91 Academic Regulations...... 28 Medical Reimbursement Specialist...... 92 Multi-Occupational Trades (Apprenticeships)...... 125 Career Training Programs...... 32 Nursing Assistant...... 93 Accounting Clerk...... 33 Office Assistant/Receptionist...... 94-95 Accounting Paraprofessional...... 34 Ophthalmic Assistant ...... 97 Accounting Specialist...... 35 Paraeducator/Bilingual Assistant...... 96 Administrative Office Management...... 36 Pharmacy Technician...... 98-99 Applications Developer...... 37 Phlebotomy Technician...... 100 Autobody Repair and Refinishing...... 38 Practical Accounting for Small Business...... 101 Automotive, Ford ASSET...... 39 Precision Machining Technologies...... 102 Catalog Automotive Service Technician, ITEC...... 40-71 Professional Baking...... 103 Disclaimer Automotive Technology...... 42 Property Maintenance ...... 104-105 Band Instrument Repair Technology...... 43 Refrigeration Technology...... 106 This catalog is Bank Teller...... 44 Registered Nurse, Associate Degree...... 107 published for Basic Computer Applications...... 45 School Age Child Care...... 108 information purposes Basic Machining...... 46 Supervision and Management...... 109 only. Although every Basic Welding...... 47 Surgical Technologist...... 110 effort is made to Central Service Technician...... 48 Technical Studies...... 111 insure accuracy at the Certified Office Professional/ Veterinary Assistant...... 112 time of publication, Executive Assistant...... 49 Welding...... 113 this catalog shall not Certified Office Professional/ be construed to be an Office Support Specialist...... 50 General Education Classes...... 114 irrevocable contract Child Development Associate...... 51 Table of Contents...... 115 between the student Children with Special Needs...... 52 Apprenticeship Programs...... 122-124 and the College. Civil CADD...... 53 Commercial Building Engineering...... 54 Multi-Occupational Trades...... 125 Renton Technical Computer-Aided Drafting...... 55 Basic Studies...... 126-128 College reserves the Computer Applications...... 56 Adult Basic Education...... 127 right to make any Computer Network Technology...... 57 General Education Development changes in the content Computer Numerical Control...... 58 (GED) Preparation...... 127 and provisions of Computer Programming...... 59 Brush Up...... 127 the catalog without Computer Science...... 60 English as a Second Language...... 128 notice. In addition, Construction Management...... 61 External Diploma Program...... 128 the College reserves Construction Trades Preparation...... 62 Tutoring...... 128 the right to cancel, change class fees or Cosmetology...... 63 Program Course Descriptions...... 129-210 Culinary Arts...... 64-65 meeting dates/times Appendix...... 212 at any time without Dental Assistant...... 67 Board of Trustees...... 211 notice. New programs Early Childhood Careers...... 68-69 Advisory Council/Foundation...... 213 proposed are subject Electrical Plant Maintenance...... 70 Administration/Support Staff...... 213 to final approval by Electronic Service Technician...... 71 Full-Time Faculty...... 218 appropriate agencies. Engineering Design Technology...... 72 Index...... 220 The Registration Freight Dispatcher and Management...... 73 Campus Guide...... 223 Office or the Financial Industrial Engineering...... 74 Aid Office can Kitchen Major Appliance Technology...... 75 provide estimates on Land Surveying/Field Survey Technician...... 76 the cost of textbooks Land Surveying/Land Survey Technician...... 77 and personal supplies, Language Interpreter...... 78 materials, and tools. Laundry Major Appliance Technology...... 79

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About Renton Technical College Renton Technical College (RTC) is one of 34 colleges in the State of Washington operated by the State Board for Community and Technical Colleges. RTC provides training, retraining and upgrading for persons seeking marketable job skills or upgrading current skills. Specialized programs allow students with or without high

The College school credentials to enter at numerous times, progress in accordance with individual aptitudes, and complete low- cost training making job entry and success possible. The College is able to monitor and respond to the needs of the local workforce through the guidance of program advisory committees comprised of both management and labor. Almost 400 volunteers serve on 40 program advisory committees to recommend instructors, assess the adequacy of educational materials and equipment, assist in placement, evaluate programs and specify training needs. CR EA TIN G Training at Renton Technical College is relevant. The OPPORTUNITIES WASHINGTON COMMUNITY AND TECHNICAL COLLEGES worker of tomorrow is trained by the journey-level instructor of today. Trainees are ensured that only those skills and concepts essential for seeking, gaining and holding a job are taught. At the same time, they are guaranteed they will not be taught superfluous skills and concepts. Mathematical, scientific, communication years, the basis of the specialized College was laid with and human relation skills are integrated into practical its emphasis on open-entry, open-exit, and continuous instruction. progress instruction based on achievement of measurable RTC’s goal is to provide job training in the shortest competencies. period of time at the least cost – an important concept Since 1971, the College has grown to nearly 400,000 for both the student and the Washington taxpayer. square feet and the student body has increased 500 Professional-technical training at the College is percent. The original three buildings have been comprised of three programs: full-time, initial job remodeled and expanded, 10 new structures have been training; part-time, retraining or upgrading existing built, four portables have been added, and the college has skills; and apprenticeship-related instruction. acquired numerous off-campus facilities. For students who need a “brush-up,” the College The growth of the central campus has enabled the provides instruction in the basic skills of reading, College to improve and expand training in the writing, and math; assistance studying for a high school growing industries of health, service, and information diploma or equivalency certificate; or developing better technology—especially those fields that are affected by comprehension of English to make additional studies new technologies. The College continues to provide possible. customized training and services to Puget Sound-area businesses both on our campus and at business sites. History The second 50 years, beginning in 1991, were marked by In December of 1941, Renton Technical College came the conversion of the state’s vocational-technical institutes into existence as a war production school. Throughout to technical colleges. As part of this change, governance the duration of World War II, the College provided was shifted to the State Board for Community and Late in 1941, the Boeing customized pre-employment training and job upgrading- Technical Colleges and authorization was given to grant Company began to build retraining. two year, sub-baccalaureate degrees and certificates of bombers and needed After the war, the College became a state-funded completion. Degrees are awarded in 37 preparatory training for their employees. professional-technical school with the mission of assisting programs, in apprenticeship and through three general A War Production Training industry in converting from a war-time to a peace-time occupational degree programs. Certificates are currently School was established, economy. For the next 20 years, the College conducted a provided in over 60 programs. RTC’s full-time programs later becoming Renton large number of upgrading-retraining classes and a small are listed on page 18 and part-time programs on page 10. Vocational Technical number of high quality training programs. Institute and finally Renton In 1965, the College moved to a central campus Technical College in 1991. comprised of three new buildings. For the next five

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4,164 (26.5%) of all students were enrolled for basic education; education; basic for enrolled were students all of career (26.5%) 4,164 full-time a in enrolled were students all of (0.3%) 45 program program. training training career a in enrolled were students all “workforce of these 10,870 Of skills. job current their enhance to training or career were (20.6%) 2,243 students, 5,555 education” students; apprentice were (28.3%) 3,072 training); students, (supplemental skills job upgrading were classes; (51.1%) day on-campus attended students all of (29.9%) 4,697 classes; evening attended (70.1%) 11,038

 • • • • Renton Technical College seeks to create a healthy, positive, positive, a healthy, to create College seeks Technical Renton of our students, the many voices where environment respectful RTC community will The valued. and heard and staff are faculty, and the ongoing development awareness accomplish this through and skills necessary of the knowledge and thrive to learn, work, community. in a diverse skills, of our degree-seeking students (2,780), 54.5% attended skills, of our degree-seeking part time. full time, 45.5% were years, 39.6% The median age is 32 student body is diverse. Our persons of color male; 36% are female, 59.9% are of students are (Asian, 12.6%; African American, or interracial background Hawaiian, 1.1%; Native Native, 8.9%; American Indian/Alaskan White: 41.5%). 12.7%; 0.2%; Hispanic, their race. * of those who reported Statement Non-Discrimination College is committed to non-discrimination Technical Renton and to activities, in all of its educational and employment and access to each of its educational programs equal provide opportunities. policy shall This activities, and employment as as well apply to all students and applicants for admission, without regard and applicants for employment, all employees national origin; sex; sexual religion; to race; color; creed; of any sensory, orientation; marital status; age; the presence or Vietnam-era mental or physical disability; or whether a the college affirmative regarding Questions disabled veteran. action policies, harassment or discrimination should be directed at 425.235.7873. Development Resource of Human to Director should disabilities mental and physical both for Accommodations Services at 425.235.2352, ext. 5705. to Student be directed Statement Diversity Enrollment & Enrollment Composition Student Some Washington. Western of students come from The majority foreign a small number come from out of state, and come from countries. 15,735 students attended year, the 2007-2008 school During these students: Of RTC. the students who attended on-campus day classes, 73.5% Of upgrading their job training courses or were taking career were Renton Technical College College Technical Renton graduation.* Dream, the Achieving join to State Washington in colleges technical and community more help to initiative national a succeed. students college Renton Technical College had the second largest number of of number largest second the had College Technical Renton awarded. certificates workforce Washington Western in colleges two-year public 19 the Of highest third the had College Technical Renton state, graduates.* training career for rate employment after employed were graduates training career of 81% the National Center for Research in Vocational Education at at Education Vocational in Research for Center National the Berkeley. of California of University the U.S. the by recognized was College Technical Renton of Certificates two of one with Education of Department for Award Secretary’s the for X Region in given Achievement programs. Education Outstanding state, Washington in colleges two-year public 34 the Of Renton Technical College was recognized as one of 14 14 of one as recognized was College Technical Renton by nation the in institutions professional-technical exemplary

• RTC was selected as one of six community and technical technical and community six of one as selected was RTC • • • • • • 2008-2009 Catalog 2008-2009 * State Board for Community and Technical Colleges Colleges Technical * State Board for Community and Report 2003-2004 Year Academic Significant Facts Significant Renton Technical College continued

Accreditation • Renton Technical College is governed by the State Board for • The Culinary Arts program is accredited by the American Community and Technical Colleges. Culinary Federation Educational Institute (ACFEI). • Renton Technical College is accredited by the Northwest • The Dental Assistant program is approved for accreditation by Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) and is the American Dental Association. listed in the current issue of Accredited Institutions of Higher • The Flagger Training course is approved by the State of Education. Washington Department of Transportation. The College • Applicable professional-technical courses offered by Renton • The First Aid/CPR course is approved by the American Heart Technical College are fully approved for benefits under the Association. following Veterans Administration regulations: Chapter • The Legal Assistant/Legal Secretary program is approved by 30 (Vocational Rehabilitation), Chapter 32 (Veterans NALS, a national association for legal professionals Educational Assistance Program), Chapter 35 (Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program) of Title 38, and • The Licensed Practical Nurse and Nursing Assistant programs Chapter 106 of Title 10 (Montgomery G. I. Bill), U.S. Code. are approved by the Washington State Nursing Commission. • The Autobody Repair & Refinishing program is certified by • The Massage Therapy Practitioner program is approved by the the Inter-Industry Conference on Automotive Repair (I-CAR) Washington State Board of Massage. and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence • The Medical Assistant program is accredited by the (ASE) through the National Automotive Technicians Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educational Education Foundation, Inc. (NATEF). Programs (CAAHEP). • The Automotive, Ford ASSET program is certified by the • The Motor Vehicle Emission Initial Certification and National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Re-Certification courses are approved by the Washington State through the National Automotive Technicians Education Department of Ecology. Foundation, Inc. (NATEF). • The Pharmacy Technician program is certified by the • The Automotive Technology program is certified by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP). National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) • The Professional Baking program is approved by the Retail through the National Automotive Technicians Education Baking Association. Foundation, Inc. (NATEF). • The Surgical Technologist program is accredited by the • The ITEC Automotive Service Technician program is Committee for Accreditation of Allied Health Education approved by the Independent Technician Education Coalition Programs (CAAHEP). and certified by the National Institute for Automotive • The Welding program is approved by the Washington Service Excellence (ASE) through the National Automotive Association of Building Officials (WABO) as a testing center. Technicians Education Foundation, Inc. (NATEF). • The Commercial Building and Industrial Engineering and • The Boiler Operator Licensing 3rd and 4th and Boiler Lab the Major Appliance and Refrigeration Technology programs courses qualify for the City of Seattle’s and the Tacoma Steam are approved by the Department of Labor and Industries Advisory Certification Board requirement for “eighty-hours Electrical Section for hours towards an electrical license. of on-site training or instruction relating to the care and Several classes in our Continuing Education section are operation of boilers.” approved for electrical continuing education units. • The Commercial Building and Industrial Engineering program is certified as a School of Technology by the City of Seattle and the Tacoma Steam Advisory Certification Board. Transfer Opportunities Renton Technical College has agreements with the following institutions to accept certain credits earned at RTC:

• • Eastern Washington University • University of Phoenix • Capella University • • • Central Washington University • The • Washington State University • City University • Oregon Institute of Technology • • DeVry University • Accepting credits, however, is at the discretion of the receiving institution. Effective academic planning for those who think they may want to transfer includes a complete understanding of how the receiving institution will evaluate courses taken from RTC. We recommend you discuss your proposed educational plan with the receiving institutions and ask for an evaluation of credits. Not all courses you take will be directly transferable; check with the receiving institution about what options may be available to you to receive credit for non-transferring courses. If you intend to transfer following completion of RTC’s courses or programs, alert your Admissions Advisor so you can receive additional help during your program planning process.

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...... 2008-2009 Catalog 2008-2009 Independence Day Independence Quarter of Day Last Summer Quarter – 2009 Quarter of Day First Closed College Observed, Day Independence First Day of Quarter of Day First Day Memorial Quarter of Day Last Presidents’ Day Presidents’ Quarter of Day Last Spring Quarter – 2009 Winter Quarter – 2009 Quarter of Day First Day Jr. King, Luther Martin Thanksgiving Quarter of Day Last Faculty in-service day in-service Faculty Quarter of Day First students for school No Day Veterans 2008-2009 School Year 2008-2009 School Fall Quarter – 2008 Dates are subject to change. Please refer to the current RTC Class to the current RTC to change. Please refer Dates are subject Schedule. 2008-2009 Calendar & Holidays Education For Life instructional Programs cates and Certifi Degrees

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Full-Time Career Training Programs Part-Time Career Training Programs Renton Technical College offers specialized professional and RTC also offers part-time programs which allow students to earn technical training programs to people 18 years of age and older. a certificate in specific fields of study. Current RTC part-time Our primary mission is to provide training, retraining and skills career training programs are: upgrading for employment in occupations that do not require a • Bank Teller baccalaureate (or higher) degree. In most cases, RTC programs • Basic Computer Applications accept students with or without a high school diploma, and • Central Service Technician allow as many entry points as possible during the school year. Full-Time training at RTC typically means six hours a day of • Child Development Associate instruction. • Children with Special Needs • Commercial Building Engineering

RTC programs encourage students to master job skills and Certificates & Programs/Degrees Instructional concepts in order to progress and complete their studies to • Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) maximize job entry and retention opportunities. • Computer Programming • Construction Management Advisory committees, composed equally of management and labor, help direct program emphasis to meet industry needs. • Electrical Plant Maintenance These committees recommend instructors; assess supplies, • Electronic Service Technician materials and equipment; assist in job placement; evaluate • Freight Dispatching and Management courses; and specify training needs. A careful examination of • Industrial Engineering placement records further ensures that training programs are • Language Interpreter responsive to industry needs. • Legal Office Assistant RTC strives to ensure that its programs are relevant and include • Management of Child Care Programs skills required for success in employment. All instructors are • Medical Office Certificate experienced in the fields they teach. Programs emphasize the • Nursing Assistant communicative, numerical, scientific and human relations skills • Office Assistant/Receptionist necessary to be a good employee, as well as the technical skills • Phlebotomy Technician that employers certify to be appropriate for the occupation. • Practical Accounting for Small Business Through the Cooperative Work Experience option available • School Age Child Care in many full-time job training programs, the College blends • Supervision and Management realistic training settings with job placement and workplace success. In these programs, students (with instructor approval) • Technical Studies receive credit for employment or internships appropriate to their • Veterinary Assistant training. Some employers pay a wage. Students must remain with the training program to complete course competencies. This Apprenticeship Programs partnership benefits students, the College and local employers. Renton Technical College cooperates with 14 Joint For a listing of RTC’s full-time career training programs Apprenticeship Training Committees (JATC) in making classes see page 19. available for apprentices in a wide variety of job titles. Admission information is available from the Department of Labor and Industries’ website www.lni.wa.gov/scs/apprenticeship/ index.htm, or from the specific JATC listed on pages 126–127. General Education The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree program is designed to lead the individual directly to employment in a specific career. General Education courses are an essential part of those degrees, enabling the student to attain necessary competencies in analysis, communication, qualitative and quantitative methods, synthesis, and teamwork for further growth as a productive member of society and providing a foundation for lifelong learning. General Education requirements vary for each program. Entry into General Education courses in writing and math requires acceptable scores on the COMPASS test. Students may schedule the COMPASS test by calling the Registration Office at 425.235.2352.

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Continuing Education, Retraining, Basic Studies and Upgrading Programs Basic Studies programs are offered to students who need and want the background skills and knowledge necessary to enter and Renton Technical College offers many part-time day and evening complete technical education programs. classes for credit to those who wish to upgrade their skills for job advancement or those who wish to develop new skills, perhaps in Classes are scheduled at convenient times—morning, afternoon, a different career. and evening—to meet student needs. Students can improve their basic skills to be successful in technical programs, obtain Here is a sampling of the many types of classes offered employment, qualify for job promotions, and improve the throughout the year. For a listing of current classes being quality of their personal lives. offered each quarter, see the quarterly Class Schedule or call the Registration Office at 425.235.2352. Programs include: • Administrative Office Management • Adult Basic Education • Allied Health • Brush Up • Arts and Humanities • English As A Second Language (ESL) • Automotive • External Diploma Program (EDP) • Boiler Operator • General Educational Development (GED) Preparation • Business Technology Classes See pages 130-132 for complete information related to all Basic • Child Care Training Studies offerings. • Computer-Aided Drafting • Computer Science Contract Training • Computer Workshops* Working with business, industry, and community organizations, • Culinary Arts Renton Technical College has the ability to deliver high quality • Electrical training programs to any organization when, where and how they • Electronics/Electronic Service Technician want it. • First Aid The college has a long history of providing education and • Flagger Training training on demand. We have forged successful relationships with large and small employers and agencies which have lasted for • Forklift Training many years. • Land Surveying If your company is interested in learning more about how • Machine Technology Renton Technical College can work with you, call the Director of • Parent Education Business Development at 425.235.7821. • Personal Development • Real Estate • Refrigeration/HVAC Community Education • Sewing LifeStyle Program

Instructional Programs/Degrees & Certificates • Welding The Community Education LifeStyle Program provides educational, cultural, and recreational non-credit offerings that * Our workshops provide hands-on training for the beginner are of interest to people and reflect the college’s service area. needing training in computer basics, as well as for the LifeStyle classes are intended to develop hobby or personal experienced computer user looking for training in the more interests rather than employment skills. advanced features of a software package. RTC also can provide, in our campus computer labs or on-site at local The Community Education LifeStyle Program at Renton businesses or organizations, computer training customized Technical College has offerings for people of all ages, though to your needs. Call 425.235.2285 for information. most classes are directed at adults. Many LifeStyle classes are project-oriented, short-term in length, and reasonable in cost. The Community Education LifeStyle Program offers classes in categories such as Financial Planning, Real Estate, Home Improvement, Language and Communication, Photography, Arts and Crafts (sewing, quilting, album making), Recreation and Water Exercise, Cooking/Wine, Dog Training/Care, Writing, and much more! Classes are designed to be contemporary and, in some cases, trendy and as such class offerings are constantly changing. For a complete listing of current course offerings, see a copy of the college’s quarterly Class Schedule, visit the website at www.RTC.edu, or call the Community Education LifeStyle Office at 425.235.2352, ext. 5727.

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Associate of Applied Science Degree Associate of Applied Science-Transfer All students enrolled in an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) (AAS-T) Degree degree program must complete core course requirements for the Certificate of Completion and a minimum of 20 credits of An Associate of Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T) degree prescribed General Education classes (see page 11). Students facilitates transfer to some institutions. This degree option is must take the COMPASS test prior to enrolling in some General currently offered in these programs: Education courses. All AAS degree programs are approved by the • Accounting Specialist Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges. • Culinary Arts • Accounting Paraprofessional • Dental Assistant • Administrative Office Management • Early Childhood Careers

• Autobody Repair & Refinishing • Massage Therapy Practitioner Certificates & Programs/Degrees Instructional • Automotive, Ford ASSET • Medical Assistant • Automotive Technology • Medical Laboratory Technician, Certified • Band Instrument Repair Technology • Ophthalmic Assistant • Certified Office Professional/Executive Assistant • Paraeducator/Bilingual Assistant • Civil CADD • Pharmacy Technician • Commercial Building Engineering • Registered Nurse, Associate Degree • Computer Network Technology • Supervision and Management • Computer Science • Surgical Technologist • Construction Management • Culinary Arts Certificate of Completion • Dental Assistant A Certificate of Completion is issued to a student enrolled in • Early Childhood Careers a certificate or degree program when the student successfully • Engineering Design Technology completes the course competencies. • Industrial Engineering • ITEC Automotive Service Technician Certificate of Award • Kitchen Major Appliance Technology A Certificate of Award is issued to a student upon request when • Land Surveying/Land Survey Technician the student has successfully completed a unit of study in part- • Laundry Major Appliance Technology time, apprenticeship, basic studies or community education • Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant classes. • Major Appliance & Refrigeration Technology • Massage Therapy Practitioner General Educational Development • Medical Assistant (GED) • Medical Coding Specialist—Physician Based A General Educational Development certificate is issued to an • Multi-Occupational Trades (Apprenticeship) individual who successfully completes the General Education • Ophthalmic Assistant Development Test. The GED is generally accepted in lieu of a • Paraeducator/Bilingual Assistant high school diploma. • Pharmacy Technician • Precision Machining Technologies External Diploma Program (EDP) • Refrigeration Technology This high school diploma program offers adults the opportunity • Surgical Technologist to demonstrate competency through assessment and assignments, • Technical Studies meeting criteria established by the American Council on • Welding Education.

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Renton Technical College provides students with a variety of instructional methods and learning experiences. In addition to traditional ways of teaching such as lecture, demonstration, and laboratory, students may participate in clinicals, work study, distance education, cooperative training (co-op) with employers, on-the-job training, internships and other field experiences. Emphasis is on training with the latest, appropriate equipment and technology. Online Telecommunications Students enrolling in online and or hybrid courses will need A joint effort of the state’s community and technical colleges the following: allows RTC to expand educational opportunities through cable technology, offering telecourses and teleconferences as Operating System–Windows 2000/NT/XP Service Pack 4 or appropriate to students and faculty. later, Pentium 600 mHz Processor, 128 MB RAM, 800x600 resolution, 56 Kbps modem or faster. For MacIntosh computers, Operating System–OS 9.2/10, Telecourses Internet access through an ISP (Internet Service Provider) A telecourse is a college credit class in which the student views including email and World Wide Web. specific video programs, completes textbook reading and assigned Minimum browser requirements: exercises, and attends classes for review and examinations. For PC users: Internet Explorer 6.0, Netscape 7.1, or Telecourses are designed to expand opportunities for students Mozilla Firefox 1.5. working to meet General Education requirements. Since they can For MacIntosh users: Internet Explorer 5.2, Netscape 7.1, or be accessed via the home television, telecourses are convenient for Mozilla Firefox 1.5. students whose family or work commitments prevent them from Note for AOL users: AOL is currently not recommended for attending regularly scheduled classes. use Telecourses are fee-supported, and listed in RTC’s quarterly Class with Blackboard. You will need to use either Internet Explorer Schedule. or Mozilla Firefox. Want to know if online is right for you? Visit Teleconferences www.waol.org/getstarted/Isonline4me.asp An effective communications tool for College administration and faculty, teleconferences link the state’s community and For a list of our online courses go to technical colleges through shared programming and live www.RTC.edu/Programs/OnlineCourses/ telephone feedback. Teleconferences are used for administrative and management training, faculty inservice, and from time to time are expanded to offer discussion on topics of interest to the community. Instructional Programs/Degrees & Certificates

14 Renton Technical College Education For Life admissions and Registration admissions

2008-2009 Catalog 1 www.RTC.edu Admissions

Admission Procedures Entrance Requirements Prospective applicants interested in enrolling in a Full-Time Applicants must be 18 years of age, possess the vocational interest Career Training program must: and goals related to their chosen program of study, and be able 1. Complete all necessary interviews and take the to benefit from instruction. Individual programs may have compass test. additional entrance requirements related to licensure or require specific educational credentials. Admission to the College may be 2. Complete and submit an application form. initiated in person, by phone, by mail or through referral by an 3. Complete admission requirements. agency. 4. Pay course fees or pre-registration list fees, if applicable. In some full time programs and evening classes, applicants can be Applicants for Part-Time Career Training programs must: 16 years of age. 1. Complete an application form and submit it in person or by mail. 2. Pay course fees. Pre-Registration List If a student applies for entry into a program in which there is neither a current training station nor a predictable opening, he Admission/Registration Office or she must take the COMPASS test, complete an application, To enroll in person, the Registration Office is open: and pay a non-refundable $30 pre-registration fee, which will Monday–Thursday...... 7:30am–6:00pm be credited to tuition at the time of class registration. Students Friday...... 8:30am–4:00pm completing a sequence of training and currently enrolled in a program will have first priority for registration. The Registration Office can be reached by calling 425.235.2352. The applicant will be notified by telephone and/or mail when a training station becomes available. Assignments to programs will Counseling be according to positions on the pre-registration list. RTC offers counseling services to prospective students to assist them in selecting college offerings that fit their interests, goals and aptitudes, as well as to offer insights on other career-related Withdrawal issues. A student withdrawing from a program must notify the Registration Office. Tuition will be refunded if withdrawal is The Counseling Office is located on the second floor of the within the refund period. A student who has withdrawn may Robert C. Roberts Campus Center (Building I) just across from re-enroll in the program if an immediate training station is the Registration office. It is open from 7:30am to 6:00pm, available, or placed on the pre-registration list. Monday through Thursday, 7:30am to 5:00pm on Friday. Saturday appointments are available on request. Counseling services are free and appointments are recommended by calling 425.235.5840. Admissions & Registration

16 Renton Technical College Tuition

Tuition Payment Refund Policy: Full-Time Career Training Programs Continuing Education Students in Full-Time Career Training Programs pay tuition fees If a student enrolled in a Continuing Education, Online, or each quarter. Fees are calculated for each individual based on Community Education class wishes to withdraw from class the number of hours the student is taking that quarter. Tuition and receive a refund of program fees, he or she must make a and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the request for a refund either in person at the registration office or program and do not include General Education classes required in writing. If the request is received before the first class session, for degree programs. all fees except the $30 registration fee will be refunded. After Beginning Fall Quarter 2006, a $75.00 late fee will be charged to the class has started, whether the student has attended or not, a students currently enrolled in a program at RTC who have not refund for withdrawal may be issued on the following basis: registered before the first day of the quarter. This does not apply Before start date: to new students registering for the first time. 100%… less registration fee Tuition Within first 8% of class hours: $3.45 per hour of instruction 80%… less registration fee Culinary Arts Students From 9%–25% of class hours: $ .65 per hour of instruction to cover the cost of student meals. 40%… less registration fee I-20 Students After 25% of class hours: $6.84 per hour of instruction No refund Refund Policy: Refund Policy: Online classes Full-Time Students Before start date: 100%… less registration fee If a full-time student wishes to withdraw from class and receive a refund of program fees, he/she must make a request for refund Within first seven (7) calendar days: either in person at the registration office or in writing. If the 80%… less registration fee request is received before the first class session, all fees except the $30 registration fee will be refunded. After the class has started, Note: once the online class begins, the $40.00 technology fee whether the student has attended or not, a refund for withdrawal and the $30 registration fee are non-refundable. may be issued on the following basis: After 7th calendar day: Before the start date: No refund. 100%… less registration fee Within first seven (7) calendar days: Refund Policy: 80%… less registration fee Community Education After the first seven days and At least two (2) business days prior to start date: disos Registration & Admissions before 20th calendar day: 100%… less registration fee 40%… less registration fee Less than 2 business days prior to first class: After 20th calendar day: No refund. No refund. Students receiving financial aid: Cost of Training See financial aid officer for the Return of Title IV The State of Washington contributes approximately 66 percent of refund policy. the cost of students’ education through the support of the basic instruction costs. Students are responsible for the remaining 34 percent. In addition to the state support of the basic instructional cost, students may also receive state-supported financial aid if eligible.

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Running Start Tech Prep The Running Start program at Renton Technical College Renton Technical College encourages early pre-registration to provides an opportunity for high school juniors and seniors to high school students for their college program of choice, to assure attend college-level classes, tuition-free, and earn both college timely entry. In some cases advanced placement may be granted and high school credits. However, Running Start students to students with the Tech Prep credits. Through the South King and their parents are responsible for textbooks, supplies, County Tech Prep Consortium, Renton Technical College has transportation, and any other special fees. developed agreements with Auburn, Enumclaw, Federal Way, Running Start students are treated as college students and are Highline, Issaquah, Kent, Puyallup, the Puget Sound Skills subject to the standards and rules and regulations of the College. Center, Sumner, Tahoma and White River school districts. To participate in Running Start, students must demonstrate RTC currently has articulation agreements in the following college-level skills on the COMPASS placement. In addition, the program areas: data from the COMPASS will be used to assist in the selection • Allied Health of occupational/technical programs and will ensure appropriate • Accounting placement in English, Mathematics, and other academic courses. • Autobody Repair and Refinishing Individuals interested in obtaining more information about • Automotive Technology Renton Technical College’s Running Start program may call • Certified Office Professional 425.235.2352, ext. 5714 or 425.235.5840. • Computer Network Technology • Computer Science • Construction Trades • Culinary Arts • Early Childhood Careers • Engineering Design Technology • Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant • Precision Machining Technologies • Medical Office Technology • Welding Find out more about becoming a Tech Prep student. Contact your high school counselor or vocational teacher, or Renton Technical College’s Student Services office at 425.235.5840. ADA Accommodations The college is dedicated to providing reasonable services for students requiring special accommodations. Students with disabilities are encouraged to meet with the Special Needs Counselor. For more information call 425.235.5840. Hearing Impaired (TTY) Services RTC provides access to all current and prospective students, employees and job applicants who are hearing impaired by calling these numbers: Student Services TTY:...... 425.235.5811 Human Resources TTY:...... 425.235.2359 Admissions & Registration

18 Renton Technical College Full-Time Programs: Estimated Costs & Program Lengths

Full-Time Program Tuition quarters supplies(1) ENTRY POINT Full-Time tuition Accounting Clerk $2,484.00 2 $643.00 Fall, Winter or Spring fees are calculated Accounting Paraprofessional $4,057.20 4 $991.00 Fall, Winter or Spring and paid quarterly. Accounting Specialist $6,251.40 6 $891.00 Fall, Winter or Spring See Registration Administrative Office Management $4,347.00 4 $1,100.00 Fall, Winter or Spring Applications Developer $4,347.00 4 $520.00 Fall or Winter regarding quarterly Autobody Repair and Refinishing $8,073.00 7 $2,533.00 Fall Only payment amounts. Automotive, Ford ASSET $9,938.60 8 $2,250.00 Fall Only Automotive, ITEC Service Technician $9,938.60 8 $2,250.00 Fall Only Tuition and supply costs Automotive Technology $8,073.00 7 $1,890.00 Fall Only are estimated totals for Band Instrument Repair Technology $3,726.00 3 $1,000.00 September the entire length of the Basic Machining $4,347.00 4 $1,230.00 Fall or Winter program. Tuition for Basic Welding $2,484.00 2 $500.00 Fall or Winter degree programs does Certified Office Professional/Executive Assistant $6,210.00 5 $730.00 Fall or Winter not include the required Certified Office Professional/Office Support Specialist $4,347.00 4 $520.00 Fall or Winter General Education classes. Civil CADD $4,347.00 4 $750.00 Fall Only “Supplies” = tools, books, Commercial Building Engineering $6,706.80 8 $750.00 FWSSu uniforms, etc. See the RTC Computer Applications $2,484.00 2 $551.69 Open Entry Bookstore for a current list. Computer Network Technology $4,347.00 4 $1,100.00 Fall, Winter or Spring Computer Numerical Control $2,484.00 2 $600.00 Fall, Winter or Spring Computer Science $4,347.00 4 $520.00 Fall or Winter Construction Management $3,822.60 Varies $1,000.00 Open Entry Construction Trades Preparation $2,132.10 2 $235.00 September or March Cosmetology $6,210.00 4 $800.00–$975.00 Fall, Winter or Spring Culinary Arts $8,118.00 6 $1,070.00 Fall, Winter or Spring Dental Assistant $4,347.00 4 $3,059.00 Fall or Winter Early Childhood Careers $3,105.00-$7,286.40 3-6 $300.00 Open Entry Engineering Design Technology $4,347.00 4 $725.00 Fall Only Industrial Engineering $6,706.80 6 $1,000.00 FWSSu Kitchen Major Appliance Technology $4,347.00 4 $1,000.00 Fall, Winter or Spring Land Surveying/Field Survey Technician $4,347.00 4 $850.00 Fall Only Land Surveying/Land Survey Technician $3,726.00 3 $750.00 Fall Only Laundry Major Appliance Technology $4,222.80 4 $1,000.00 Fall, Winter or Spring Call to schedule a Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant $4,347.00 4 $750.00 Fall, Winter or Spring program visit prior Licensed Practical Nurse $4,425.60 4 $1,350.00 Fall or Spring Major Appliance & Refrigeration Technology $8,694.00 8 $1,200.00 Fall, Winter or Spring to entry. For more Massage Therapy Practitioner $3,767.40 3 $2,005.00 Fall or Winter information, call Medical Assistant $4,347.00 4 $863.00 Fall or Winter Student Services at Medical Coding Specialist – Physician Based $6,831.00 6 $1,192.61 Fall or Spring 425.235.5840. Medical Laboratory Technician, Certified $8,073.00 7 $1,500.00 Fall Only Medical Receptionist $2,484.00 2 $816.22 Fall or Winter

Medical Reimbursement Specialist $4,347.00 4 $1,058.57 Fall or Spring Registration & Admissions Ophthalmic Assistant $4,347.00 4 $1,150.00 Winter Only Paraeducator/Bilingual Assistant $3,726.00-$5,589.00 3-5 $376.33 Fall, Winter or Spring Pharmacy Technician $4,450.50 4 $437.00 Fall Only Precision Machining Technologies $8,694.00 8 $1,430.00 Fall or Winter Professional Baking $4,347.00 4 $232.00 Open Entry Property Maintenance $1,242.00 1 TBD Fall Only Refrigeration Technology $4,347.00 4 $500.00 Fall, Winter or Spring Registered Nurse, Associate Degree $3,009.60 2 $1,150.00 Fall or Spring Surgical Technologist $4,981.80 4 $595.00 Fall or Winter Welding $5,589.00 5 $1,000.00 Open Entry

2008-2009 Catalog 19 www.RTC.edu Education For Life student services and Financial aid

0 Renton Technical College Student Services

Bookstore Child Care Aid Financial & Services Student The RTC Bookstore in the Robert C. Roberts Campus Center, RTC offers on-campus high quality child care services for (Building I), stocks the textbooks and supplies required for students, staff, faculty and the local community. The child classes, reference books and material, electronic/computer care center is located on the northeast corner of campus in supplies, clothing, gifts and cards. A special order service is also Building M at 7th and Monroe. The Center meets all licensing available on request. requirements for the State of Washington and is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. The Bookstore hours: center includes a Headstart program for all qualified three year Mondays and Tuesdays...... 7:30am–7:45pm olds. Wednesday through Friday...... 7:30am–4:30pm Our hours of operation are 7:30-3:00 for students unless Extended and Saturday hours available for the beginning of additional hours are prearranged to accommodate work-study Fall, Winter and Spring quarters. Please call the Bookstore or employment. Hours for community clients and students who for extended, school break, holiday and Summer hours. For work are 6:30-5:00. additional information call 425.235.2323 or visit the website at Children ages 12 months through 5 years are welcome to www.bookstore.RTC.edu. attend. Adult-to-child ratios are 1:7 for toddlers and 1:10 for preschoolers. Cash Machine The tuition for the 08/09 school year is $48 per day for toddlers An automated teller machine (ATM) is available outside the and $42 for preschoolers. Half day child care is available for RTC entrance to the Cafeteria in the Robert C. Roberts Campus students who are enrolled half time for five mornings only. The Center, (Building I). Users pay a nominal fee. half day tuition is $29 per day for toddlers and $25 per day for preschoolers. The registration fee is $50 at the time of enrollment and each September thereafter. Computer Labs The caring, professional staff have education, training and Computer labs are available for student use. Full-Time career experience in Early Childhood Education. Several of the staff training students receive a computer lab pass quarterly. Other have been with the program for more than 15 years. In addition students may purchase a quarterly lab pass. The open computer to the paid staff, student teachers from RTC’s Early Childhood lab is located in the Technology Resource Center (Building C), Careers program are given the opportunity to work in the Room 102. All lab usage is on a drop-in basis. For information, classroom with the professional staff. Staff are required to have call the Registration Office at 425.235.2352. current CPR/First Aid and Food Handler’s cards. All staff and student teachers have criminal history clearance. Bus Routes The center provides developmentally appropriate, individualized Metro buses #105, #111, #908, and #909 serve the College’s and carefully planned activities to support the children’s healthy main campus. For bus schedules or information on bus routes to growth and development and school readiness. The classrooms our other sites, call Metro Transit Information Line at and playgrounds are well equipped with a large variety of 206.553.3000 or log on to http://transit.metrokc.gov/ educational toys and materials. Campus Security RTC provides campus security to ensure the safety of our students. In case of emergency on campus, or to reach Campus Security, call 425.235.7871.

Renton Technical College provides students with a wide variety of programs and services to support student success both in and out of the classroom. The Student Services Center is located on the second floor of the Robert C. Roberts Campus Center (Building I), just across from the Registration office. For information, call 425.235.5840.

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Cooperative Education Catering Let RTC make your event special, whether it’s a wedding, box Many of the training programs offer a cooperative education lunch, sit-down meal, or special occasion at home or at work. component, a combination of classroom instruction and related Facilities on campus are available for rental for any size group, work experience. Cooperative positions often become full-time from small business meetings to weddings and conferences. Also jobs when the training is over because employers want to retain available for rental are staging, draping, audiovisual and other proven workers. Instructors coordinate and seek out cooperative equipment. Call the Catering Department to discuss special opportunities. orders and catering arrangements, 425.235.5845. Counseling Hearing Impaired (TTY) Services RTC offers counseling services to prospective students to assist RTC provides access to all current and prospective students, them in selecting college offerings that fit their interests, goals employees and job applicants who are hearing impaired at the and aptitudes, as well as to offer insights on other career-related following numbers: issues. Student Services TTY...... 425.235.5811 The Counseling Office is located on the second floor of the Human Resources TTY...... 425.235.2359 Robert C. Roberts Campus Center, (Building I), just across from the Registration office. It is open from 7:30am to 6:00pm, Monday through Thursday, 7:30am to 5:00pm on Friday. International Students Saturday appointments are available on request. The college issues Certificates of Eligibility (student visas) Counseling services are free and appointments are recommended

Student Services & Financial Aid to international students who plan to enroll in a full- by calling 425.235.5840. time vocational, academic or language program. For more information, call 425.235.5840. Food Services Visit RTC’s Culinary Arts facility on the first floor of the Robert Job Placement C. Roberts Campus Center, (Building I). Our restaurants and Job placement is one of the most bakery provide a hands-on environment for training students. A effective measures of a training wide variety of vending machines are available in Buildings B, I, program’s success. RTC emphasizes and L for all your night and weekend food needs. Weekly menus placing those who have completed are available online at www.RTC.edu/CommunityResources/ training programs or left training programs with marketable FoodServices/. skills. Placement responsibility rests with program instructors and Culinaire Room the program advisory committees. Advisory committee members keep instructors informed of potential job opportunities in A sit-down restaurant featuring upscale daily menus at industry. These personal contacts often reveal jobs which are not reasonable prices. A delicious selection of Northwest, ethnic and yet advertised. international cuisine. An integral part of RTC’s training program is the development Monday–Friday ...... 11:15am–1:00pm of skills for finding and retaining a job, writing job applications, learning interview techniques, establishing proper work habits, Express Dining “scatterline” and improving leadership ability. The College cafeteria features daily specials from the grill, breakfast, deli, salad bar and beverage station. Monday–Friday...... 6:30am–1:00pm Culinaire Express Fast foods for people on the go! Quick burgers, wraps, baskets, and specials are offered daily. Monday–Friday...... 11:15am–2:45pm Bakery An assortment of freshly baked goods is prepared daily by students in the Professional Baking program and sold in the RTC Bakery. Special order cakes, pies or other breads and pastries are available by calling 425.235.2353, ext. 5596. Monday–Friday...... 7:00am–1:00pm

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Library Resource Center Student Housing & Transportation Aid Financial & Services Student The Renton Technical College Library occupies the entire While RTC does not provide housing or transportation for second floor of the Technology Resource Center at the south students, we will assist in providing information. Housing in the end of campus. The library has a full range of books, periodicals, Renton area, for rental and purchase, is generally available in a DVD’s, video tapes, and audio tapes. In addition, the library variety of price ranges. subscribes to many on-line databases that expand the library collection with thousands of full-text resources. Library staff members are eager to help students locate information and do Student Insurance research to support instructional and career development. The Accident and health insurance is available for all students library staff will also help users identify and obtain items from of Washington State’s Community and Technical Colleges. other libraries. The library has ample study space, including Students are responsible for paying the insurance premiums many private group study rooms. The library on-line catalog and outlined in the plan. For an application or more information call most databases are available from off-campus at www.RTC.edu/ 425.235.2352. library. For more information call 425.235.2331. Normal library hours during the academic quarter are: Student Success Center Monday–Thursday...... 7:30am–7:30pm The Student Success Center, located in the DeMoss building Friday...... 7:30am–4:00pm (J- 218), supports the college mission by providing students a Saturday...... 8:00am–4:00pm welcoming environment and resources to help them complete their training and become gainfully employed. Students can find Hours between academic quarters: learning strategies and support, as well as job-readiness assistance Monday–Friday...... 8:00am–4:00pm and encouragement so they can achieve their education, training, and employment goals. The center has a variety of resources to The library is closed most holidays and on Saturdays during support students’ training and employment needs, including: holiday weekends. Exceptions to the library’s schedule of open computers with Internet access, Microsoft Office software, hours are posted on the library’s website: www.RTC.edu/library. adaptive software and hardware, printer, scanner, fax machine, and a photo copier. Parking The Student Success Center is committed to your success in Free student parking is available in designated areas throughout choosing a training program, completing it successfully and the main campus. finding employment. As a student, there are resources available to help you clarify your goals and develop a plan for achieving The Renton Police and Fire Departments will ticket students them. Staff is available to help you understand the results of who improperly park their vehicles in handicapped, fire lanes, free skills and aptitude tests, the results of the Strong Interest or other designated spaces. Repeated violations may lead to the Inventory and COMPASS tests. In addition, you can find impounding of vehicles at the owners expense. support for learning challenges, including disabilities, a Peer Tutor program, and support staff including a Learning Support Special Needs Student Services Coordinator, Learning Disabilities Specialist and Special Needs The College is dedicated to providing reasonable services for Counselor. students requiring special accommodations, in compliance with The Student Success Center staff is committed to building the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Washington laws. employability skills by providing job search assistance. Students The college catalog is available in alternative formats. can receive assistance in the development of their resume, cover letter and job applications. Students can sign up for a mock Students with disabilities are encouraged to meet with the Special interview to practice interviewing skills and receive constructive Needs counselor. For more information, call 425.235-5840. feedback to help you make a good impression. Full and part time jobs are regularly posted and services can be accessed both Assistive Technology online and in person. Contact the Placement Coordinator for The Assistive Technology is designed for students with additional assistance. disabilities, but at RTC, these technologies are offered to help ALL students learn. The Assistive Technologies read to you, print the words you say, teach you to type and change the way the computer screen looks through the use of color or magnification. There are also special keyboards and standing/sitting work tables for comfort. You can use these tools for help with reading and comprehension, writing papers, making study notes, improving grammar, and organization. Assistive Technology can be accessed in the Technology Resource Center Open Lab, the Library, the Student Success Center, and in many classrooms.

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Testing CLEP (College Level Examination Program): The CLEP test is a computer-based test that allows a student The Testing Center is located in the DeMoss building (J- 219). It provides testing and proctoring services to a diverse to demonstrate their ability in a given subject. By obtaining community, fulfilling the assessment needs of prospective and a certain score recommended by the American Council of current students, faculty and staff at the college, and to the Education, the student can receive college credit. RTC grants greater community. Tests are available morning, afternoons, credit for the following CLEP tests: evenings and on some Saturdays. The Testing Center publishes a – Applied Math for Business and Industry, 101 monthly calendar which is available both on campus and online. – Chemistry 140 Children are not permitted in the Testing Center. Please arrange – College Algebra 110 for childcare in advance. All tests administered in the Testing Center require approved picture identification and a copy of the – English Composition 101 receipt showing payment for the test. For questions, please call – General Biology 160 and leave a detailed message at 425.235.2352 ext. 5704. Below – General Psychology 100 is a current list of tests offered in the center. Each CLEP tests costs $95.00, which includes a $25.00 proctor COMPASS Placement Testing fee to be paid at the RTC Cashier’s Office and a $70.00 CLEP Before enrolling in a Professional-Technical program or general fee which is paid online when the student takes the test. education class at RTC, students are required to take the COMPASS placement test. The test assesses the student’s math, Proctored Tests reading and writing skills. The COMPASS test is offered on If you are taking a Distance Education or Online course through Student Services & Financial Aid the computer and has no time limit. The scores are used to determine appropriate class placement, referral to services, and by another college, the Testing Center can provide your proctored financial aid. A counselor will review the scores with the tester as exam. Have your instructor or college contact the Testing Center part of the educational planning process. Students must start the at 425.235.2352 ext 5704 if there are any questions or concerns test during the posted hours on the calendar. or if they want to send the exam and instructions electronically. The COMPASS test costs $20.00 for all three subject tests. Each test, taken individually or as a retest, costs $10.00. Exams and instructions can also be sent to our mailing address, attn: Testing Center. The calendar lists available times. Please The Asset test can be substituted for this test based on individual need. call the number above to make your appointment and you can pay the $40.00 proctor test fee at the RTC Cashier’s Office. Other Tests Administered in the Testing Center GED (General Education Development) Tests: Special Accommodations Individuals, who are at least 16 years old, have not graduated The RTC Testing Center works closely with the college’s Special from an accredited high school in the United States or Canada, Needs Counselor and Learning Disability Specialist. Contact the and who are not currently enrolled in high school are eligible to Learning Disabilities Specialist to request accommodations for take the GED tests. The tests can be taken in English or Spanish. GED testing at 425.235.2352 ext. 5717. Contact the Special There is an additional test that can be taken for those who earn Needs Counselor for accommodations for all other testing at their GED in Spanish. The test covers 5 subject areas, including: Reading, Writing, Social Studies, Science and Math. To take a 425.235.2352 ext. 5705. test at RTC, one must attend a READY 4 GED meeting where the test and testing conditions will be described, all paperwork will be filled out, and questions can be answered. After attending the Pre-Registration meeting, individuals can sign up for a testing date and pay for the tests. The GED currently costs $75.00 for all 5 tests. If a test needs to be retaken, each test costs $15.00 except for Writing which costs $25.00.

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Websites How to Apply for Financial Aid Aid Financial & Services Student RTC Testing Center: www.RTC.edu/StudentServices/TestingCenter/ It’s easy to apply for financial aid. Students may submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by mail or online. COMPASS Practice Test: The FAFSA collects financial data and other information that is www.act.org used to calculate the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) that GED Practice Test: ultimately determines a student’s eligibility for aid. The federal www.gedpractice.com code for Renton Technical College is 014001. www.testprepreview.com The key to obtaining financial aid is to apply early. Students CLEP Practice Test: should apply at least three months prior to the time they expect www.collegeboard.com/clep to enter school. Students may begin the process at any time; however, financial aid will not be awarded until a start date has Special Accommodations been assigned. The RTC Testing Center works closely with the college’s Special 1. The FAFSA form can be picked up in the Financial Aid Office Needs Counselor. Accommodations can be requested by for those students who wish to submit the application by mail. contacting the Special Needs Counselor. 2. Students who wish to submit the FAFSA electronically may visit the following website: FAFSA on the WEB http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/ This website is provided by the Department of Education and allows students to transmit the application online. 3. Complete the Renton Technical College Student Information Form and return it to the Financial Aid Office. 4. Stay in touch with the Financial Aid Office to be certain that all information needed to complete your file has been turned in on time. Eligibility Requirements All financial aid recipients must meet the following requirements: • Be a citizen of the United States or an eligible non-citizen. • Have a high school diploma, GED or pass the COMPASS or ASSET (approved ability to benefit tests). • Have a valid Social Security Number • Be enrolled in an eligible program of 600 or more clock-hours. • Not owe a repayment on a grant or be in default on a student loan. • Have financial need as determined by the federal need analysis. • Be registered with Selective Service if required.

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Satisfactory Progress Loans The Federal Family Education Loan Program offers long term The Financial Aid Satisfactory Progress Policy at RTC requires loans which allow students to postpone paying for a portion of students to meet the combined standards of grades and their school expenses until after they graduate or leave school. attendance. All financial aid recipients must maintain a 2.0 Repayment begins six months after completion or withdrawal grade point average or a “C” grade and complete at least 91% from the professional–technical program. RTC participates in the of the possible clock hours in the training program. Grades Stafford Loan Program (subsidized, unsubsidized and PLUS). and attendance are reviewed each month and before each disbursement. Students who fail to meet either the attendance or • Subsidized Stafford Loans are need-based. A student’s grade requirement will be placed on financial aid probation. eligibility to borrow is based on financial need as determined by the federal government which pays interest on the loan while the student is in school. Types of Aid • Unsubsidized Stafford Loans do not require a student to show Renton Technical College offers financial assistance to financial need; however, the cost of the student’s education eligible students in the form of grants, work study, loans and must exceed any other financial aid offered. The student, not scholarships. A financial aid award may consist of one or more of the federal government, is responsible to pay all interest that the following programs: accrues on this loan. Grants * PLUS loans are loans a dependant student’s parents take out to Grants are considered gift aid and do not require repayment help the student pay for their education. Eligibility to borrow is unless a student fails to maintain satisfactory progress or leaves based on the parents’ credit worthiness and the student’s unmet need. Repayment begins as soon as the funds are disbursed.

Student Services & Financial Aid school before completing more than 60% of a payment period. RTC participates in the Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental The Emergency Student Loan is a $100 short-term institutional Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG), Academic loan available to full-time financial aid students who are making Competitiveness Grant, opportunity grant, and Washington satisfactory progress. Students are required to sign a promissory State Need Grant programs. note for the amount borrowed. All loans must be repaid no later than the end of the quarter in which they are received. Funds are Work Study Programs limited. Work Study programs provide part-time employment to eligible students, on and off campus. The maximum a student can earn Scholarships is determined by financial need and funds available. Students The Renton Technical College Foundation, in partnership can work up to 19 hours per week while school is in session. with various service, business and professional organizations in Every effort is made to place students in jobs which relate to their the community, provides in excess of $30,000 in scholarships training. RTC participates in both the federal and state work annually. All scholarships are awarded through the financial aid study programs. office on a quarterly basis. Donors include The Renton Rotary, Greater Renton Kiwanis, The Boeing Company, Renton Highlands Lions Club, St. Stephen the Martyr, Rose Turner Service Guild, The Seattle Milk Fund, The Norcliffe Foundation, and Laureate Alpha. Many additional scholarships are awarded on a program-specific basis: Celebrity Chef Scholarship Series, Frank Adams Welding, Frank E. Wright Professional Baking, Ronald B. Fahey Memorial Automotive Scholarship, Suzanne Armstrong Memorial (LPN), Dik Wilkinson Memorial (Admin Office Mgmt), Robert Bozich Memorial (Health), Joseph M. Holliday (Plasterers’ Apprenticeship), Vern Gambrieu Endowment Scholarship (Construction), and Ric Deputy Memorial (Major Appliance & Refrigeration) as well as several general scholarships. In addition, many scholarship announcements are received in the financial aid office throughout the school year. Eligibility criteria, application process and deadlines are posted in the Financial Aid Office located in the Robert C. Roberts Campus Center, (Building I).

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Veterans Programs WorkFirst tdn Srie & iaca Aid Financial & Services Student Most of the training programs at Renton Technical College Tuition assistance is available for Temporary Aid for Needy which offer a Certificate of Completion or an Associate of Families (TANF) recipients and working parents who meet Applied Science degree are approved for benefits under the income guidelines. You may be eligible if you are receiving following Veterans Administration regulations: Chapter 31 temporary assistance for needy families (TANF), working for (Vocational Rehabilitation), 30 (Montgomery Bill), 32 (VEAP), pay, and your Individual Responsibility Plan (IRP) includes 35 (Survivors and Dependents Educational Assistance) and 106 training; or you are working for pay, low-income, a custodial or (Reserves) of Title 38, U.S. Code. non-custodial parent financially responsible for a child, and not Students who plan to use their veteran’s benefits are required receiving any other form of financial aid. An RTC counselor will to contact the Veterans Specialist located in the Financial determine your eligibility. Call 425.235.7836 or 425.235.5840 Aid Office. A determination of eligibility by the Veterans to schedule an appointment. Administration and the receipt of your first month’s benefits can take 4 to 6 weeks, so it’s a good idea to apply well in advance Financial Aid Refund and of your anticipated start date if you plan to use your benefits to pay for initial tuition costs. Veterans who have not previously Repayment Policy used their benefits must complete Form 22-1990 and submit a certified copy of their form DD-214. Veterans who have used Return of Title IV Funds their educational benefits at a prior college must submit an Students who receive Title IV aid (Federal Pell, Federal SEOG, academic transcript for evaluation of credits. All veterans are Academic Competitiveness Grant, Federal Subsidized and/or required to keep the Veterans’ Specialist apprised of enrollment Federal Unsubsidized Stafford loans and PLUS) and withdraw plans each quarter and are expected to conform to the attendance from school are subject to the Return of Title IV aid regulations. and academic standards of the financial aid satisfactory progress Federal law requires that a student must “earn” the aid they policy to remain eligible for benefits. receive. When a student withdraws, drops out or otherwise fails to complete more than 60% of the payment period for which Agency Funded Students they received federal funds, the school is required to determine The Financial Aid Office acts as the liaison between students the amount “earned” using the Return of Title IV aid regulations. and the various public and private agencies who offer funding, If a student completes more than 60% of the hours, it is including: determined that all financial aid has been earned. If a student • Division of Vocational Rehab (DVR) completes 60% or less of the scheduled hours in a payment • Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) period, the earned and unearned portion will be calculated. • Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) The “unearned” portion of tuition will be returned by the college • Washington State Department of Social to the appropriate Title IV program. The college will then bill the and Health Services (DSHS) • Employment Security • Private Insurance

Worker Retraining The primary objective of financial aid is to assist students and If you have been terminated or received notice of termination from your job, are currently receiving unemployment benefits their parents in meeting basic educational costs. All financial from the state of Washington, or have exhausted unemployment aid programs at Renton Technical College are administered in benefits within the last two years, or have been self-employed accordance with established state and federal regulations and or are a displaced homemaker, you may be eligible to receive financial aid for approved training programs to help cover policies. At the core of these policies is the belief that financing a the costs of tuition, books, child care and transportation. For student’s education is the primary responsibility of the student information on Worker Retraining programs or eligibility, call 425.235.5840. and his/her family. If combined resources are not sufficient to cover expenses, a student may be eligible for financial aid. A student’s financial aid award is based on a demonstrated financial need. That need is calculated as follows: Cost of Attendance – Expected Family Contribution (EFC) = FINANCIAL NEED

2008-2009 Catalog 27 www.RTC.edu Education For Life academic Regulations

 Renton Technical College Academic Regulations

Student Handbook Standards of Progress The Student handbook outlines College services available to Full-Time students will receive letter grades each quarter for students and summarizes students’ rights and responsibilities. attempted course work. Students must maintain an average of The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords “C” or better in the program and a grade of “C” or better in students certain rights with respect to their educational records. designated courses or they will be placed on probation for the They are: subsequent quarter. Students receiving less than “C” average in the program for two consecutive quarters cannot reenroll in the 1. The right to inspect and review the student’s educational program without special permission. After consulting with the records. instructor, the program dean may grant special permission to 2. The right to request the amendment of the student’s education those students who have had extenuating circumstances. records to ensure that they are not inaccurate, misleading, or Letter grades are given to students in full-time programs and otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy or other rights. General Education classes. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory or letter 3. The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable grades are given to students in part-time classes. Students in information contained in the student’s education records, GED Preparation, Adult Education, Community Education and except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without Apprenticeship classes are not issued grades. consent. The definition of grades for reporting purposes is listed below. 4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of The symbols + or – are used to differentiate levels of achievement Education concerning alleged failures by Renton Technical within a grade range: College to comply with the requirements of FERPA. 5. The right to obtain a copy of Renton Technical College’s A Exceptionally competent student records policy. The policy is available in the Registrar’s B Highly competent Office, Robert C. Roberts Campus Center (Building I). For C Competent

information regarding the Student Records Policy, please D Less than competent Regulations Academic contact the Registrar’s Office at 425.235.2352, ext. 5537. F Not competent N Incomplete NG Not graded Attendance S Satisfactory The College encourages daily attendance at all classes and labs to U Unsatisfactory enable students to gain maximum benefit from the instruction W Withdrawal that is offered. Students are expected to be responsible for their X Insufficient time to grade own attendance. Individual programs may have specific attendance standards, Students will not receive a Certificate of Completion unless they and some instructors may have their own attendance and received an average of “C” or above in program coursework. punctuality criteria which will factor into the student’s grades. Students who receive financial aid must adhere to additional attendance requirements to maintain their eligibility to receive aid. If attendance drops below these additional attendance requirements, the student will be placed on attendance probation and their aid may be withheld. Attendance Awards Students who achieve perfect attendance during each enrollment period will be eligible for a perfect attendance award. The record, as kept by the instructor, will be considered the official record for computing attendance. Leave of Absence The College does not grant formal leaves of absence to students.

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Mid-Term Progress Report Credit Assessment If a student’s progress is not satisfactory, the instructor will so inform him or her in writing at least four weeks before the end Students who have had program-related coursework at other of the academic reporting period. At that time, the instructor institutions prior to attending Renton Technical College may will advise the student to take appropriate steps to rectify the be awarded credit for advanced placement. Credit transfer is situation. awarded by the Registrar in the following ways: Credits College Credit The academic year for full-time training programs and for Basic For coursework which was completed at another college or Studies at Renton Technical College is divided into three quarters university accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency of 12 weeks each, and a summer session of six weeks. One credit recognized by the Department of Education. is earned for each 12 hours of lecture/discussion or for 24 hours Tech Prep Credit of laboratory/applied learning. For work site instruction or on- Credit earned through participation in Tech Prep programs as the-job training, a different ratio may apply. determined by the South King County Tech Prep Consortium For General Education courses and for part-time training, Articulation Agreement Manual and governed by the rules and retraining and upgrading programs, one credit is earned for each regulations between the college and school districts. 10 hours of lecture/discussion or for 20 hours of laboratory/ applied learning. Military Coursework For Apprenticeship programs, credit is awarded as a block at the Credit for coursework completed while the individual was in one end of the program for those earning the Multi-Occupational of the branches of the U.S. Armed Services including the Coast Trades degree. Credit is not earned for Community Education Guard. instruction. Credit for Industry Courses Industry courses are courses (graded or nongraded) offered by Transfer of Credits industry for its employees and are usually taught by industry When a student transfers to another college, that college personnel. determines the transferability of specific courses and programs. Individual Course Challenge Credit RTC maintains credit reciprocity agreements with many Credit is awarded when the individual has passed a institutions of higher learning, but students are advised to check comprehensive test of the course content. There are limited carefully with the institution where they expect to transfer. opportunities to challenge individual courses at this time. Students transferring to RTC from other institutions must have Applicants are encouraged to contact the program Dean/Director an official transcript. Courses with less than a “C’ grade will not for more information. be accepted by RTC. Transcripts Academic Regulations Students may request official transcripts by submitting a completed transcript request from the Registration Office with a $3.00 service fee. Orders are generally processed within one week. To obtain a transcript request form, call the Registration Office at 425.235.2352.

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Academic Achievement All USA Academic Team The All USA Academic Team Scholarship competition is for Students who have been in an AAS program for at least two quarters, have excellent grades and a history of community service may be nominated by their instructors for the campus competition. To compete, students must write an essay and get letters of recommendation. The college selects two representatives to go on to state-wide competition, receive a monetary award and attend a luncheon with the Governor. Watch for an announcement in early October, or contact the Office of Instructional Improvement in H-211 or write instructimprove@ RTC.edu. National Vocational Technical Honor Society Renton Technical College brought the Vocational Technical Honor Society to campus beginning the 2005-06 school year. Students who have a GPA of 3.5 or higher for two (2) consecutive quarters are eligible to be nominated for membership by a faculty or staff member. Students who achieve this distinction are eligible to wear a NVTHS sash during the graduation ceremony. Besides the recognition, and chapter events, members will receive three free letters of reference from Regulations Academic the national organization to use when applying for employment. President’s Honors List Students who complete a Certificate, AAS or AAS-T degree of 360 hours or more with a GPA of 3.5 or higher by the end of the previous quarter are recognized with the right to wear gold cords to distinguish them during the graduation ceremony. If they continue to qualify after the grades for their graduating quarter are posted, students will receive a letter signed by the President of the college and a statement will appear on their transcript. Vice-President’s Honors List To qualify for the Vice-President’s List, students must be in a professional-technical program of 360 hours or more. Each quarter, the student must complete at least 75% of the classes for which the student registered with a GPA of 3.5 or higher, and with no more than 25% of the classes in progress with a GPA of 3.5 or higher. There is no limit to the number of quarters that a student may appear on the list. Students who achieve this distinction will receive a letter signed by the Vice-President of Instruction acknowledging their achievement.

2008-2009 Catalog 31 www.RTC.edu Education For Life CareerTraining Programs

 Renton Technical College Accounting Clerk

Option Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion (720 hours/36 credits) Course # Course Title Hours Credits Accounting is the “language of business.” This program ACCT 100 Basic Math for Accounting...... 48...... 2 provides basic fundamental skills in accounting theory ACCT 105 Computer Skills...... 24...... 1 and procedures and basic computer training in word ACCT 110 Introduction to Financial Accounting...... 84...... 5 processing, database, electronic spreadsheets and general ACCT 132 Basic Excel*...... 96...... 4 ledger Upon completion of this program the student ACCT 141 Applied Math for Accounting...... 72...... 3 ACCT 160 Human Relations in an Accounting Office...... 24...... 2 will have the fundamental skills for entry into the job ACCT& 201 Principles of Accounting I...... 96...... 5 market and will also have the foundation for additional ACCT 232 Intermediate Excel*...... 96...... 4 accounting training. ACCT 234 Advanced Excel*...... (72)...... (3) Program Length APP 101 Introduction to Windows I...... 24...... 1 • 2 quarters APP 105 Introduction to Keyboarding...... 24...... 1 APP 115 Word I...... 24...... 1 • 720 hours/36 credits HUM 101 Human Relations...... 36...... 3 • Monday–Friday, 8:00am–2:30pm ENGL 075 Business English...... 72...... 4 (Students entering without keyboarding skills may take Total 720 36 longer to complete.) Admission Requirements *Students must successfully complete 2 of the 3 • Minimum age: 18 years • Must take COMPASS test (minimum math score of 30) before entering the program or being placed on the pre-registration list. Admission Recommendations • Counselor and instructor interview. • High school diploma or GED. Enrollment Students may enter at the beginning of fall, winter, or spring quarter. Total Estimated Program Costs* • Tuition $2,484.00 • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire Programs Training Career length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 33 www.RTC.edu Accounting Paraprofessional

Options Course Requirements » CertificateO f Completion (1176 hours/62 credits) Course # Course Title Hours Credits » Associate of Applied Science Degree ACCT 100 Basic Math for Accounting...... 48...... 2 ACCT 105 Computer Skills...... 24...... 1 (1572-1584 hours/92 credits) ACCT 110 Introduction to Financial Accounting...... 84...... 5 This program builds upon the fundamental skills learned ACCT 124 Small Business Accounting...... 96...... 5 in the Accounting Clerk program. This program provides ACCT 132 Basic Excel*...... 96...... 4 additional training in specialized areas including small ACCT 141 Applied Math for Accounting...... 72...... 3 business accounting, income tax preparation, partnership ACCT 142 Algebra for the Paraprofessional...... 48...... 3 and corporation accounting, financial applications, and ACCT 150 Introduction to Business Law...... 72...... 5 also provides an introduction to business law as it relates ACCT 160 Human Relations in an Accounting Office...... 24...... 2 to the business environment. ACCT 179 Taxation I - Individuals...... 108...... 5 To earn an Associate of Applied Science degree, the ACCT& 201 Principles of Accounting I...... 96...... 5 student must complete all requirements for the certificate ACCT& 202 Principles of Accounting II...... 96...... 5 program as well as 30 credits of additional accounting and ACCT 224 Financial Applications...... 36...... 3 General Education coursework. Transfer credit from other ACCT 232 Intermediate Excel*...... 96...... 4 institutions is considered upon validation of transcript ACCT 234 Advanced Excel*...... (72)...... (3) and course work. ACCT 294 Cooperative Work Experience (optional)...... (72)...... (2) APP 101 Introduction to Windows I...... 24...... 1 Program Length APP 105 Introduction to Keyboarding...... 24...... 1 • 4 quarters APP 115 Word I...... 24...... 1 • 1176 hours/62 credits HUM 101 Human Relations...... 36...... 3 • Monday–Friday, 8:00am–2:30pm ENGL 075 Business English...... 72...... 4 Total 1176 62 Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree • Must take the COMPASS test (minimum math Course # Course Title Hours Credits score of 30) before entering the program or being placed on the pre-registration list. ACCT 130 Cost Accounting...... 84...... 5 ACCT& 203 Principles of Accounting III...... 72...... 5 Admission Recommendations CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 • Counselor and instructor interview. PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 • High school diploma or GED. One of the following ENGL courses: ENGL 100 Applied Composition • Keyboarding skills. (Students entering without ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 keyboarding skills may take longer to complete.) One of the following MATH courses: Enrollment MATH 102 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry Students may enter at the beginning of fall, winter, or MATH& 107 Contemporary Mathematics spring quarter. MATH 110 College Algebra MATH& 141 Pre-Calculus I Total Estimated Program Costs* MATH& 142 Pre-Calculus II • Tuition $4,057.20 MATH& 146 Introduction to Statistics • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore MATH& 148 Business Calculus I at 425.235.2323 MATH& 151 Calculus I...... 60-72...... 5 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. Total 396-408 30 See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire *Students must successfully complete 2 of the 3 length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes. Career Training Programs

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Option Course Requirements » Associate of Applied Science-Transfer Degree Course # Course Title Hours Credits (1812 hours/109 credits) ACCT 100 Basic Math for Accounting...... 48...... 2 This program builds upon the fundamental skills learned ACCT 105 Computer Skills...... 24...... 1 in the Accounting Paraprofessional program. This ACCT 110 Introduction to Financial Accounting...... 84...... 5 program provides additional training in specialized areas ACCT 124 Small Business Accounting...... 96...... 5 including managerial/cost accounting, governmental and ACCT 130 Cost Accounting ...... 84...... 5 ACCT 132 Basic Excel**...... 96...... 4 non-profit accounting, federal and state business taxes, ACCT 141 Applied Math for Accounting...... 72...... 3 and additional studies of business law. Students enrolled ACCT 142 Algebra for the Paraprofessional...... 48...... 3 in the Accounting Specialist program earn an Associate of ACCT 143 Beginning Algebra for Accounting...... 24...... 2 Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T) degree. ACCT 150 Introduction to Business Law...... 72...... 5 Program Length ACCT 160 Human Relations in an Accounting Office...... 24...... 2 • 6 quarters ACCT 179 Taxation I - Individuals...... 108...... 5 ACCT& 201 Prinicples of Accounting I...... 96...... 5 • 1812 hours/109 credits ACCT& 202 Principles of Accounting II...... 96...... 5 • Monday–Friday, 8:00am–2:30pm ACCT& 203 Principles of Accounting III...... 72...... 5 Admissions Requirements ACCT 224 Financial Applications...... 36...... 3 ACCT 232 Intermediate Excel**...... 96...... 4 • Minimum age: 18 years. ACCT 234 Advanced Excel**...... (72)...... (3) • Must take COMPASS test (minimum math score of ACCT 273 Government and Non-Profit Accounting*...... 60...... 5 30) before entering the program or being placed on ACCT 275 Taxation II – Business Entities...... 96...... 5 the pre-registration list. ACCT 294 Cooperative Work Experience (optional)...... (72)...... (2) Admissions Recommendations APP 101 Introduction to Windows I...... 24...... 1 • High school diploma or GED APP 105 Introduction to Keyboarding...... 24...... 1 APP 115 Word I...... 24...... 1 • Counselor and instructor interview BUS& 201 Business Law*...... (60)...... (5) • Keyboarding skills (Students entering without CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 keyboarding skills may take longer to complete) ENGL 075 Business English...... 72...... 4 Cooperative/Internship Work Experience ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 HUM 101 Human Relations...... 36...... 3 A cooperative work experience allows students to receive MATH 095 Intermediate Algebra...... 60...... 5 credit for work experience appropriate to their training. PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 Enrollment One of the following MATH courses: Students may enter at the beginning of the fall, winter, or MATH 110 College Algebra spring quarter MATH& 141 Pre-Calculus I MATH& 142 Pre-Calculus II Total Estimated Program Costs* MATH& 146 Introduction to Statistics • Tuition $6,251.40 MATH& 148 Business Calculus I MATH& 151 Calculus I...... 60...... 5 Programs Training Career • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 Total 1812 109 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. * Students must successfully complete 1 of the 2 See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire **Students must successfully complete 2 of the 3 length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes.

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Option Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion Course # Course Title Hours Credits (1260 hours/80 credits) AOM 101 Principles of Office Management...... 72...... 5 AOM 110 Office Safety...... 12...... 1 » Associate of Applied Science Degree AOM 111 Introduction to Business...... 72...... 5 (1512 hours/100 credits) AOM 112 Business Law...... 72...... 5 Learn management and supervision, office technology AOM 121 Office Accounting. I ...... 84...... 5 and computer applications, business procedures, business AOM 122 Office Accounting II...... 84...... 5 communications, business math, business law, principles AOM 131 Introduction to Microcomputers...... 48...... 4 of accounting, and human relations. A cooperative AOM 132 Word Processing Applications...... 84...... 5 education option or internship may be available for AOM 133 Spreadsheet Applications...... 84...... 5 qualified, approved students, allowing them to earn credit AOM 135 Database Applications...... 84...... 5 for work experience appropriate to their training. AOM 142 Office Procedures...... 72...... 5 To earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, the AOM 151 Principles of Supervision...... 72...... 5 student must complete all requirements for the certificate AOM 161 Business Math/Calculators...... 84...... 5 program plus 20 credits of General Education. Transfer AOM 185 Human Relations in the Office...... 36...... 3 credit from other institutions is considered upon AOM 291 Office Management Job Search...... 48...... 3 validation of transcript and course work. AOM 294 Cooperative Work Experience (optional)...... (288)...... (8) APP 105 Introduction to Keyboarding...... 24...... 1 Program Length APP 106 Keyboarding Skillbuilding I...... 24...... 1 • 4 quarters APP 107 Keyboarding Skillbuilding II...... 24...... 1 • 1260 hours/80 credits ENGL 075 Business English...... 72...... 4 • Monday–Friday ENGL 085 Business Communication...... 72...... 4 HUM 101 Human Relations...... 36...... 3 • 8:00am–2:30pm Total 1260 80 Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree • Must take COMPASS test before entering the Course # Course Title Hours Credits program or being placed on the pre-registration list. CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 Admission Recommendations ENGL 100 Applied Composition -OR- • Counselor and instructor interview. ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 MATH 101 Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 • High school diploma or GED. PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 • Keyboarding skills. (Students entering without keyboarding skills may take longer to complete.) Total 252 20 Enrollment Students may enter at the beginning of fall, winter, or spring quarter. Cooperative/Internship Work Experience A cooperative work experience or internship option may be available to qualified, approved students. This allows you to apply learned skills, gain actual on-the- job experience, and receive credit for work experience appropriate to your training while completing your course of study. Total Estimated Program Costs* • Tuition $4,347.00 • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Career Training Programs Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes. “Supplies” = tools, books, uniforms, etc. See RTC Bookstore for a current list. (Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 36 Renton Technical College Applications Developer

Option Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion Course # Course Title Hours Credits (1260 hours/75 credits) CSI 101 PC Hardware and Networking...... 120...... 7 This is a one-year certificate option in the two-year CSI 102 Office Applications and Business Communications...... 120...... 7 Computer Science certificate/degree program. Students CSI 145 Web Design...... 120...... 7 enrolled in the Computer Science program may opt to CSI 147 Web Graphics...... 120...... 7 exit in one year after completing the requirements for a CSI 152 Introduction to Programming...... 120...... 7 CSI 154 Introduction to C# Programming ...... 120...... 7 certificate as an Applications Developer. Graduates of the CSI 155 Object-Oriented Programming with C#...... 120...... 7 Applications Developer certificate program are qualified CSI 156 Introduction to Database Theory and Design...... 120...... 7 for job titles including: Website Developer, Database CSI 159 Applied Database Development ...... 120...... 7 Designer, PC Support Specialist, Entry-level Software CSI 171 Software Testing...... 60...... 4 Tester, and Digital Imaging Specialist. CSI 172 Computer Mathematics...... 60...... 4 Program Length CSI 182 Leadership and Teamwork in Systems Analysis...... 60...... 4 • 4 quarters Total 1260 75 • 1260 hours/75 credits • Monday–Friday • 8:00am–2:30pm Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years • Must take COMPASS test before entering the program or being placed on the pre-registration list. Admission Recommendations Counselor and instructor interview. Enrollment Students may enter at the beginning of fall or winter quarter. Cooperative/Internship Work Experience A cooperative work experience is possible for second year students upon recommendation of instructor and subject to availability. Total Estimated Program Costs* • Tuition: $4,347.00

• Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore Programs Training Career at 425.235.2323 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 37 www.RTC.edu Autobody Repair and Refinishing

Options Cooperative/Internship Work Experience » Certification of Completion (2340 hours/135 credits) A cooperative education option may be available for qualified, approved students. » Associate of Applied Science Degree Total Estimated Program Costs* (2592 hours/155 credits) • Tuition $8,073.00 This program prepares students for entrance into the • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 automotive collision repair industry. All courses are *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration taught in accordance with recommended industry regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated procedures and standards set forth by industry totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does recognized organizations such as the National Institute not include the required General Education classes. for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and the Inter- Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (ICAR). Course Requirements The program courses are divided into five main areas Course # Course Title Hours Credits of study: Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair, Structural Analysis and Damage Repair, Mechanical INDS 101 First Aid/CPR & AED...... 16...... 2 and Electrical Components, Plastics and Adhesives, and ABDY 101 Estimating I...... 60...... 5 Painting and Refinishing. All shop training is performed ABDY 102 Surface Preparation and Masking...... 72...... 4 using state-of-the-art tools and equipment within one ABDY 105 Paint Application I...... 92...... 5 of the most modern facilities in the nation. Emphasis is ABDY 106 Color Theory, Application, Tinting, and Blending...... 120...... 7 placed on safety and professionalism. ABDY 111 HAZMAT, Personal Safety, and Refinish Safety...... 24...... 2 ABDY 112 Welding for Autobody Repair...... 144...... 7 In order to earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, ABDY 113 Autobody Repair Industry Careers...... 12...... 1 the student must complete all requirements for the ABDY 114 Autobody Construction I...... 84...... 5 certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education. ABDY 116 Autobody Plastics Repair and Refinishing...... 24...... 1 Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered ABDY 123 Straightening Metal...... 288...... 14 upon validation of transcript and course work. Students ABDY 128 Autobody Structure and Mechanics...... 48...... 3 holding a recent Certificate of Completion from RTC ABDY 129 Shop Management ...... 24...... 2 should contact the Registrar for degree options. This ABDY 159 Live Autobody Repair and Refinishing...... 180...... 10 program articulates with TechPrep programs through the ABDY 161 Math for Autobody Repair...... 36...... 3 South King County TechPrep Consortium. ABDY 171 Communications for Autobody Repair...... 36...... 3 Program Length ABDY 231 Estimating II...... 60...... 5 ABDY 232 Impact Analysis and Repair...... 108...... 6 • 7 quarters ABDY 234 Autobody Construction II...... 60...... 3 • 2340 hours/135 credits ABDY 235 Door and Quarter Panel Replacement...... 96...... 5 • Monday–Friday; 7:00am–1:30pm ABDY 240 Advanced Autobody Repair...... 180...... 8 ABDY 241 Advanced Surface Preparation and Masking...... 72...... 4 Admission Requirements ABDY 242 Paint Application II...... 84...... 4 • Minimum age: 18 years. ABDY 243 Auto Detail...... 24...... 1 • Must take the COMPASS test before entering the ABDY 250 Collision Related Mechanical Repair...... 144...... 11 program or being placed on the pre-registration list. ABDY 259 Advanced Live Autobody Repair and Refinishing...... 192...... 9 Admission Recommendations ABDY 280 Shop Safety and Human Relations...... 36...... 3 ABDY 291 Job Search Skills...... 24...... 2 • GED or high school diploma. ABDY 295 Co-op I (optional)...... (180)...... (7) • Mechanical aptitude and good eye‑to‑hand ABDY 296 Co-op II (optional)...... (360)...... (15) coordination. Total 2340 135 • Good physical health. • Counselor and instructor interview. General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree • High School level classes in power mechanics or auto Course # Course Title Hours Credits mechanics. ENGL 100 Applied Composition...... 60...... 5 • Valid Washington Driver’s License. MATH 102 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 Enrollment PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 Students enter at the beginning of fall quarter, or with CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 instructor permission. Total 252 20 Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 38 Renton Technical College Automotive, Ford ASSET

Option Enrollment » Associate of Applied Science Degree You must: (2772 hours/133 credits) • Apply to the program on both Renton Technical Ford ASSET is a joint effort of Ford Motor Company, College and Ford ASSET application forms. Renton Technical College, and a sponsoring Ford or • Arrange for an interview with Ford ASSET Lincoln Mercury dealership. The ASSET program utilizes instructor specific periods (approximately nine weeks) of classroom/ • Be selected (sponsored) by a dealer. lab instruction alternating with specific periods of full- • Students enter at the beginning of fall quarter or time work experience at a Ford or Lincoln-Mercury with instructor permission. dealership. Technical training on Ford automotive products is Total Estimated Program Costs* provided in all Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) • Tuition $9,938.60 repair areas plus specific Ford Motor Company Service • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 Technician Specialty Training certification courses *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration and covers the latest development of Ford technology regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated including: engines, fuel management, electronics, totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does transmission/ transaxles, brake systems, and air not include the required General Education classes. conditioning. The program applies, in a real work setting, what a Course Requirements student learns during the previous instructional session. Course # Course Title Hours Credits The student becomes familiar with the dealership INDS 101 First Aid/CPR & AED...... 16...... 2 environment and the organizational structure while FAS 101 Safety and Environmental Issues...... 24...... 2 developing competencies that are expected of a FAS 111 Pre-delivery Inspection ...... 24...... 1 professional automotive technician. FAS 112 Basic Shop Skills...... 32...... 1 FAS 115 Electrical/Electronic Systems ...... 156...... 9 Program Length FAS 118 Brake Systems...... 72...... 4 • 8 quarters FAS 119 Steering and Suspension Systems...... 144...... 8 • 2772 hours/133 credits FAS 120 Engine Repair...... 108...... 6 • Monday–Friday; 7:00am–1:30pm FAS 123 Diesel Fundamentals...... 36...... 2 FAS 124 Climate Control Systems...... 72...... 5 Admission Requirements FAS 160 Automotive Mathematics...... 36...... 3 The applicant must be: FAS 171 Written Communications ...... 36...... 3 • Minimum age: 18 years at the time of the first FAS 191 Cooperative Training I Part A...... 108...... 3 dealership Internship. FAS 192 Cooperative Training I Part B...... 144...... 4 FAS 193 Cooperative Training II...... 252...... 7 • Must take the COMPASS test before entering the FAS 216 Manual Transmissions and Drivetrains...... 108...... 6 program or being placed on the pre-registration list. FAS 217 Automatic Transmissions ...... 108...... 6 • High school diploma or GED required before FAS 223 Engine Performance ...... 216...... 14 aer riig Programs Training Career graduating. FAS 227 Emission Certification...... 36...... 3 • Able to meet the admission requirements of Renton FAS 282 Human Relations/Workplace Skills...... 36...... 3 Technical College, Ford Motor Company, and the FAS 294 Cooperative Training III...... 252...... 7 sponsoring dealership. FAS 295 Cooperative Training IV...... 252...... 7 • Sponsored by a Ford, Lincoln/Mercury, or Mazda FAS 296 Cooperative Training V Part A...... 72...... 2 dealer. FAS 297 Cooperative Training V Part B...... 180...... 5 • Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license. ENGL 100 Applied Composition...... 60...... 5 MATH 102 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry...... 72 ...... 5 • Insurable to school (good driving record) and PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 sponsoring dealership requirements. CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 • Completion of MATH 075 with a 2.0 GPA or higher, or equivalent score on the COMPASS test. Total 2772 133 Admission Recommendations Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered upon validation of • High school level courses in math, science, power, or transcripts and evaluation of course work. auto mechanics. • Counselor and instructor interview

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 39 www.RTC.edu Automotive Service Technician, ITEC

Option Enrollment » Associate of Applied Science Degree • Students may enter at the beginning of fall quarter or with instructor (2772 hours/130 credits) permission. ITEC is a comprehensive two-year automotive training • Apply to the program on both Renton Technical College and ITEC program featuring cooperative training with an approved application forms. automotive repair facility. Students receive training in • Arrange for an interview with ITEC instructor. the classroom/lab at RTC for approximately nine weeks • Be selected by an automotive repair facility. followed by approximately nine weeks of paid full- time mentored work experience at an ITEC approved Total Estimated Program Costs* automotive repair facility through five cycles over the two- • Tuition $9,938.60 year program. • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 Students receive training in all eight NATEF/ASE *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration automotive repair areas (Engine Repair, Manual Drive regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated Train, Automatic Transmission, Brakes, Steering and totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does Suspension, Heating and Air Conditioning, Electrical/ not include the required General Education classes. Electronic Systems, and Engine Performance). Students gain real work experience in the automotive shop Course Requirements environment and develop the competencies of a Course # Course Title Hours Credits professional automotive technician. INDS 101 First Aid/CPR & AED...... 16...... 2 Students are provided the opportunity for ASE ITEC 101 Safety /Environmental Issues...... 24...... 2 certification in all eight automotive categories and ITEC 112 Basic Shop Skills...... 104...... 5 Washington State Authorized Emission Specialist ITEC 115 Electrical / Electronic Systems I ...... 108...... 6 certification. ITEC 121 Brakes...... 108...... 6 ITEC 122 Steering and Suspension...... 108...... 6 In addition to the technical courses, four General ITEC 125 Engine Repair...... 108...... 6 Education courses are required to obtain an Associate of ITEC 136 Heating and Air Conditioning...... 108...... 6 Applied Science (AAS) degree. ITEC 160 Automotive Mathematics...... 36...... 3 Program Length ITEC 171 Written Communications...... 36...... 3 ITEC 191 Cooperative Training I Part A...... 108...... 3 • 8 quarters ITEC 192 Cooperative Training I Part B...... 144...... 4 • 2772 hours/130 credits ITEC 193 Cooperative Training II...... 252...... 7 • Monday–Friday; 7:00am–1:30pm ITEC 216 Manual Drive Train and Axles...... 108...... 6 ITEC 217 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle...... 108...... 6 Admission Requirements ITEC 223 Engine Performance...... 108...... 6 The applicant must be: ITEC 226 Electrical / Electronic Systems II...... 108...... 6 • Minimum age: 18 years. ITEC 227 Emission Certification...... 36...... 3 • Must take the COMPASS test before entering the ITEC 282 Human Relations/Customer Relations...... 36...... 3 program or being placed on the pre-registration list. ITEC 294 Cooperative Training III...... 252...... 7 • Able to meet the admission requirements of Renton ITEC 295 Cooperative Training IV...... 252...... 7 ITEC 296 Cooperative Training V Part A...... 72...... 2 Technical College and the sponsoring repair facility. ITEC 297 Cooperative Training V Part B...... 180...... 5 • Sponsored by an automotive repair facility. CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 • Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license. ENGL 100 Applied Composition...... 60...... 5 • Insurable to school requirements (good driving MATH 102 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 record). PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 • Completion of MATH 075 with a 2.0 GPA or Total 2772 130 higher, or equivalent score on the COMPASS test. Admission Recommendations • High school diploma or GED equivalent recommended. • High school level courses in math, science, power, or auto mechanics. • Counselor and instructor interview. Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 40 Renton Technical College Automotive Service Technician, ITEC aer riig Programs Training Career

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 41 www.RTC.edu Automotive Technology

Options Fees » Certificate of Completion Students are responsible for purchasing books, coveralls and program hand (2340 hours/135 credits) tools (tool list available upon request). » Associate of Applied Science Degree Total Estimated Program Costs* (2592 hours/155 credits) • Tuition $8,073.00 As an ASE/NATEF Master Certified provider of technical • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 education training, this program prepares students *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration for the challenges of working on today’s sophisticated regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated and complex automobiles. Students learn all aspects totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does of automotive repair and are provided with hands-on not include the required General Education classes. training in real-world shop environments using modern state of the art technologically advanced equipment and Course Requirements facilities. Students graduate with a Washington State Course # Course Title Hours Credits Emission Certification and an ASE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Certificate. Students are provided the INDS 101 First Aid/CPR & AED...... 16...... 2 opportunity for ASE certification in Engine Repair, AUTC 112 Basic Shop Skills...... 144...... 8 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle, Manual Drive Train, AUTC 117 Electrical/Electronic Systems I...... 176...... 9 Suspension and Steering, Brakes, Electrical/Electronic AUTC 118 Brakes...... 144...... 8 Systems, Heating and Air Conditioning, Engine AUTC 124 Heating and Air Conditioning...... 180...... 10 Performance, and Advanced Engine Diagnostics. By AUTC 128 Engine Repair...... 180...... 10 combining mechanical, electronic, math, communication AUTC 132 Steering and Suspension...... 180...... 10 and problem-solving skills with hands-on training, AUTC 133 Manual Drive Train and Axles...... 180...... 10 students develop a solid foundation to ensure their success AUTC 160 Automotive Mathematics...... 36...... 3 AUTC 181 Safety/Environmental Issues...... 24...... 2 in the automotive field. AUTC 204 Automatic Transmissions/Transaxle...... 288...... 16 This program articulates with TechPrep programs through AUTC 216 Engine Performance...... 360...... 20 the South King County TechPrep Consortium. AUTC 226 Electrical/Electronic Systems II...... 180...... 10 Program Length AUTC 230 Advanced Vehicle Repair...... 144...... 8 AUTC 271 Written Communications...... 36...... 3 • 7 quarters AUTC 281 Emission Certification...... 36...... 3 • 2340 hours/135 credits AUTC 282 Human Relations/Customer Relations...... 24...... 2 • Monday–Friday; 7:00am–1:30pm AUTC 292 Job Search Skills...... 12...... 1 Admission Requirements AUTC 293 Co-op (optional)...... (144)...... (4) Total 2340 135 • Minimum age: 18 years. • Must take COMPASS test before entering the program or being placed on the pre-registration list. General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree Course # Course Title Hours Credits Admission Recommendations CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 • High school diploma or GED. ENGL 100 Applied Composition...... 60...... 5 • High school level courses in math, science, power, or MATH 102 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 auto mechanics. PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 • Counselor and instructor interview. Total 252 20 • Valid Washington State Driver’s License. • Insurable to school requirements (good driving record). Enrollment Students enter at the beginning of fall quarter or with instructor permission. Cooperative/Internship Work Experience Cooperative work experience is possible during the second year, subject to availability and upon recommendation of

Career Training Programs the instructor.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 42 Renton Technical College Band Instrument Repair Technology

Options Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion (1080 hours/72 credits) Course # Course Title Hours Credits » Associate of Applied Science Degree BIR 101 Introduction to Band Instrument Repair ...... 12...... 1 BIR 102 Shop Practices and Safety for Band Instrument Repair...... 12...... 1 (1332 hours/92 credits) BIR 103 Band Instrument Cleaning and Sanitization...... 36...... 2 This program prepares graduates for entry-level BIR 104 Soldering and Brazing Techniques...... 36...... 2 employment in the band instrument repair and BIR 115 Dent Removal Techniques...... 36...... 2 service trade. Students receive instruction in repair, BIR 122 The Percussion Instruments...... 12...... 1 maintenance, and adjustment of instruments belonging BIR 123 Woodwind Padding Techniques...... 60...... 4 to the woodwind, brass, and percussion families. Special BIR 124 Clarinet Family Repair Techniques...... 96...... 6 emphasis is placed on those skills, which make students BIR 125 Saxophone Family Repair Techniques...... 96...... 6 employable in repair of these instruments. Related BIR 126 Flute Family Repair Techniques...... 96...... 6 instruction is provided in safety, employment skills, and BIR 130 Advanced Woodwind Repair Techniques...... 60...... 4 environmental concerns. BIR 134 Woodwind Performance and Testing Techniques...... 12...... 1 To earn an Associate of Applied Science degree, the BIR 135 Piston Valve Instrument Repair Techniques...... 60...... 4 student must complete all requirements for the certificate BIR 136 Advanced Brass Repair Techniques...... 60...... 4 program plus 20 credits of General Education. BIR 137 Rotary Valve Instrument Repair Techniques...... 60...... 4 BIR 138 Trombone Repair Techniques...... 60...... 4 Program Length BIR 144 Brasswind Performance and Testing Techniques...... 12...... 1 • 3 quarters BIR 150 Capstone Project in Band Instrument Repair...... 24...... 1 • 1080 hours/72 credits BIR 161 Mathematics for Band Instrument Repair...... 36...... 3 • Monday–Friday, 7:00am–1:30pm BIR 173 Written and Oral Communications for BIRT...... 36...... 3 BIR 185 Human Relations for Band Instrument Repair ...... 36...... 3 Admission Requirements BIR 188 Employment Skills for Band Instrument Repair...... 12...... 1 • Minimum age: 18 years BIR 191 String Instrument Repair for Band Instrument Repair...... 60...... 4 • Must take the COMPASS test before entering the BIR 192 Machining Topics for Band Instrument Repair...... 60...... 4 program or being placed on the pre-registration list. Total 1080 72 • Experience playing at least one brass or woodwind instrument. General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree Admission Recommendations Course # Course Title Hours Credits • High School Diploma or GED CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 ENGL 100 Applied Composition...... 60...... 5 • Counselor and instructor interview. MATH 102 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 • Able to lift heavy instruments PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 Enrollment Total 252 20 Students may enter September, or with instructor permission.

Total Estimated Program Costs* Programs Training Career • Tuition: $3,726.00 • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the program instructor *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 43 www.RTC.edu Bank Teller Part-Time Program Option Course Requirements » CertificateO f Completion (63 hours/5 credits) Course # Course Title Hours Credits This program prepares you for an immediate part or full- TEL 500 Bank Teller...... 63...... 5 time position as a bank teller and provides a foundation Total 63 5 for a long-term career in banking. Learn banking procedures and terminology, customer service skills, communications, fraud prevention, current banking regulations, and how to balance daily transactions. Training in resume preparation and interviewing techniques assists you in your job search. Recommended that students be bondable, have a high school diploma or GED, and be able to speak English clearly. Program Length • 63 hours/5 credits • Tuesday–Thursday, 6:00–9:00pm Admission Requirements • High school diploma or GED • Must take COMPASS test before entering the program or being placed on the pre-registration list. • Bondable • Ability to speak English clearly. Enrollment Students may enter at the beginning of fall, winter, or spring quarter. Total Estimated Program Costs* • Tuition $217.35 • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes. Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 44 Renton Technical College Basic Computer Applications Part-Time Program Option Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion (312 hours/13 credits) Course # Course Title Hours Credits This program prepares students for employment in APP 101 Introduction to Windows I...... 24...... 1 a variety of entry-level office positions. You receive APP 102 Introduction to Windows II...... 24...... 1 hands-on computer training in the Windows operating APP 105 Introduction to Keyboarding...... 24...... 1 system and the popular software applications found APP 106 Keyboarding Skillbuilding I...... 24...... 1 in Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Word, Excel, APP 110 Outlook I...... 24...... 1 APP 115 Word I...... 24...... 1 Access, PowerPoint, and Publisher. Keyboarding skills are APP 116 Word II...... 24...... 1 recommended for entering students. APP 120 Excel I...... 24...... 1 Program Length APP 121 Excel II...... 24...... 1 • 312 hours/13 credits APP 125 Access I...... 24...... 1 APP 140 Using the Internet I...... 24...... 1 • See current quarterly Class Schedule for course APP 145 Powerpoint I...... 24...... 1 availability. APP 150 Publisher I...... 24...... 1 Admission Requirements Total 312 13 • Minimum age: 18 years • Must take the COMPASS test before entering the program or being placed on the pre-registration list. Admission Recommendations • High School diploma or GED. • Counselor and instructor interview. • Keyboarding skills. • Keyboarding courses will be waived upon demonstrated ability to type 35 wpm. Enrollment • Students may enter at any time. aer riig Programs Training Career

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 45 www.RTC.edu Basic Machining

Option Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion Course # Course Title Hours Credits (1260 hours/83 credits) MTEC 101 Machine Technology I...... 48...... 4 This program prepares students to be manual machinists. MTEC 103 Machine Technology II...... 36...... 3 Students learn to use conventional lathes and milling MTEC 105 Machine Technology III...... 36...... 3 machines, as well as grinders and other equipment MTEC 111 Blueprint Reading I...... 36...... 3 commonly found in manufacturing facilities. Students MTEC113 Blueprint Reading II...... 36...... 3 MTEC 115 Blueprint Reading III...... 36...... 3 learn manufacturing theory and practical skills, as well MTEC 121 Machining Fundamentals - Lathe...... 192...... 8 as blueprint reading, math, communications and human MTEC 123 Machining Fundamentals - Mill...... 168...... 7 relations. The program lab includes many brands MTEC 125 Machining Fundamentals - Precision Machining...... 180...... 8 of machining equipment, so students will become MTEC 130 Basic Metrology...... 24...... 2 comfortable using a variety of controls and displays. MTEC 140 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing...... 108...... 9 This program articulates with Tech Prep programs MTEC 161 Basic Math for Machining...... 72...... 6 through the South King County Tech Prep Consortium. MTEC 162 Algebra for Machine Technology...... 72...... 6 Program Length MTEC 163 Geometry for Machine Technology...... 72...... 6 MTEC 164 Trigonometry for Machining...... 72...... 6 • 4 quarters MTEC 171 Communications I...... 12...... 1 • 1260 hours/83 credits MTEC 172 Communications II...... 12...... 1 • Monday–Friday MTEC 173 Communications III...... 12...... 1 • 8:00am–2:30pm MTEC 185 Human Relations...... 36...... 3 Admission Requirements Total 1260 83 • Minimum age: 18 years. • Must take the COMPASS test before entering the program or being placed on the pre-registration list. Admission Recommendations • High school-level courses in advanced math, advanced science, mechanical drawing, or metal shop. • Counselor and instructor interview. Enrollment Students may enter in fall or winter quarter. Total Estimated Program Costs* • Tuition: $4,347.00 • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2352 ext. 5594 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes. Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 46 Renton Technical College Basic Welding

Option Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion Course # Course Title Hours Credits (720 hours/36 credits) WELD 103 Thermal Cutting...... 72...... 4 This basic welding program is designed to prepare welders WELD 108 Occupational Related Safety...... 36...... 3 for job entry in gas, arc, and MIG welding. WABO WELD 112 Welding Fundamentals...... 36...... 3 Certification is available. WELD 116 Shielded Metal Arc Welding I...... 168...... 7 WELD 117 Shielded Metal Arc Welding II...... 192...... 8 Program Length WELD 118 Gas Metal Arc Welding...... 72...... 3 • 2 quarters WELD 119 Flux Cored Arc Welding...... 96...... 4 WELD 120 Blueprint Reading I...... 36...... 3 • 720 hours/36 credits WELD 191 Job Search Skills...... 12...... 1 • Monday–Friday Total 720 36 • 2:45pm–9:15pm Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years. • Must take the COMPASS test before entering the program or being placed on the pre-registration list Admissions Recommendations • High school diploma or GED • Good eyesight. Glasses are permitted. • Counselor and instructor interview. Enrollment Qualified students may enter as openings occur. Fees Students are responsible for purchasing books, tools (program tool list available upon request), and protective equipment. Total Estimated Program Costs* • Tuition $2,484.00 • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2352 ext. 5594 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does Programs Training Career not include the required General Education classes.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 47 www.RTC.edu Central Service Technician Part-Time Program Option Total Estimated Program Costs* » Certificate of Completion (192 hours/11 credits) • Tuition$662.40 This program is designed to provide the training required • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 to prepare you for Central Service Certification. It can *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration also be your first step towards a career in the healthcare regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated field. You gain knowledge of National and International totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does standards for decontamination and sterilization. You not include the required General Education classes. “Supplies” = tools, books, study the principles of microbiology with emphasis on uniforms, etc. See RTC Bookstore for a current list. decontamination, disinfection and sterilization, with an over view of medical terminology, fundamentals of Course Requirements human anatomy, proper care and handling of surgical Course # Course Title Hours Credits instrumentation, basic surgical instrument identification, CST 500 Central Service Technician...... 192...... 11 inventory control, distribution, purchasing, and Total 192 11 healthcare trends. An internship at a local hospital is included in the program. Program Length • 1 quarter • 192 hours/11 credits Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years. • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before entering the program or being placed on the pre- registration list. • Ability to pass a nationwide criminal background check. • Students must meet vaccination and program specified health requirements in compliance with the Centers for Disease Control guidelines (vaccination list is provided at time of registration). • Health insurance, both injury and sickness, is required for participation in the clinical portion of the program. • Current (within one year) evaluation by a physician or nurse practitioner to ensure student and patient safety. The evaluation should address the following areas in respect to the student’s ability to perform the laboratory skills and clinical responsibilities related to becoming a Central Service Technician: – Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and to reach overhead. – Ability to stand or walk for long periods. Enrollment Enrollment occurs quarterly. See the current RTC Class Schedule for specific course information. Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 48 Renton Technical College Certified Office Professional/Executive Assistant

Option Course Requirements » Associate Of Applied Science Degree Course # Course Title Hours Credits (1800 hours/104 credits) SECY 100 Operating System and Internet...... 120...... 7 SECY 150 Office Suite. I...... 120...... 7 Students receive extensive hands-on experience using the SECY 151 Office Suite .II ...... 120...... 7 Windows operating system and business software such as SECY 152 Integrated Business Procedures I...... 120...... 7 Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, SECY 153 Integrated Business Procedures II...... 120...... 7 and Outlook). Emphasis is placed on developing oral SECY 160 Integrated Financial Applications...... 120...... 7 and written communication skills, understanding current SECY 170 Communication with Technology I...... 24...... 2 office procedures, working in teams, and developing SECY 171 Communication with Technology II...... 24...... 2 critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. This program SECY 172 Communication with Technology III ...... 84...... 5 provides a foundation for students in preparing for SECY 190 Applied Professional Training I...... 36...... 2 industry certifications such as MOS®, IC3, OPAC, and SECY 191 Applied Professional Training II...... 120...... 6 CPS/ CAP®. Our graduates are gaining employment SECY 290 Certification Preparation .I ...... 60...... 3 fully confident in their abilities to meet the needs of SECY 291 Certification Preparation II...... 48...... 3 today’s office in fields such as banking, hi-tech, service, SECY 294 Cooperative Work Experience/Internship...... 180...... 5 manufacturing, educational, and government agencies. A APP 105 Introduction to Keyboarding...... 24...... 1 cooperative education option or internship is required. APP 106 Keyboarding Skillbuilding I...... 24...... 1 Transfer credit from other institutions is considered upon APP 107 Keyboarding Skillbuilding II...... 24...... 1 validation of transcript and course work. CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 ENGL 075 Business English...... 72...... 4 Program Length ENGL 085 Business Communication...... 72...... 4 • 5 quarters ENGL 100 Applied Composition -OR- • 1800 hours/104 credits ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 • Monday–Friday, 8:00am–2:30pm HUM 101 Human Relations...... 36...... 3 MATH 101 Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 Admission Requirements PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 • Minimum age: 18 years Total 1800 104 • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before entering the program or being placed on the pre- registration list. Admission Recommendations Keyboarding skills. (Students with low keyboarding skills may need more time to complete course work.) Cooperative/Internship Work Experience A cooperative work experience or internship option is required. This allows you to apply learned skills, gain actual on-the-job experience, and receive credit for work Programs Training Career experience appropriate to your training while completing your course of study. Enrollment Students may enter at the beginning of fall, winter, or spring quarter. Total Estimated Program Costs* • Tuition $6,210.00 • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 49 www.RTC.edu Certified Office/Office Support Specialist

Option Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion (1260 hours/73 credits) Course # Course Title Hours Credits Experience hands-on computer training for the SECY 100 Operating System and Internet...... 120...... 7 foundation necessary for an entry-level career position in SECY 150 Office Suite. I...... 120...... 7 today’s office as a receptionist or office support specialist. SECY 151 Office Suite .II ...... 120...... 7 In addition to keyboarding and hands-on training on SECY 152 Integrated Business Procedures I...... 120...... 7 computers using the Windows operating system and SECY 153 Integrated Business Procedures II...... 120...... 7 SECY 160 Integrated Financial Applications...... 120...... 7 Microsoft Office applications, students study business SECY 170 Communication with Technology I...... 24...... 2 math, business English, human relations and customer SECY 171 Communication with Technology II...... 24...... 2 service, and develop general clerical skills. This program SECY 172 Communication with Technology III ...... 84...... 5 provides a foundation for students in preparing for SECY 190 Applied Professional Training I...... 36...... 2 industry certifications such as MOS®, IC3 and OPAC. SECY 191 Applied Professional Training II...... 120...... 6 A cooperative education option or internship may be SECY 294 Cooperative Work Experience/Internship (optional)...... (180)...... (5) available. APP 105 Introduction to Keyboarding...... 24...... 1 Program Length APP 106 Keyboarding Skillbuilding I...... 24...... 1 • 4 quarters APP 107 Keyboarding Skillbuilding II...... 24...... 1 ENGL 075 Business English...... 72...... 4 • 1260 hours/73 credits ENGL 085 Business Communication...... 72...... 4 • Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. HUM 101 Human Relations...... 36...... 3 • 8:00 am - 2:30 pm (classroom hours for daytime Totals 1260 73 class) Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years • Must take COMPASS or ASSET test before entering the program or being placed on the pre-registration list. Admission Recommendations • Keyboarding skills. (Students with low keyboarding skills may need more time to complete course work.) Enrollment Students may enter at the beginning of fall or winter quarter, or with instructor permission. Total Estimated Program Costs* • Tuition:$4,347.00 • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes. Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 50 Renton Technical College Child Development Associate Part-Time Program Option Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion (180 hours/15 credits) Course # Course Title Hours Credits The Child Development Associate (CDA) part-time CHCAS 125 Child Development Associate I...... 60...... 5 program is designed to offer training opportunities for CHCAS 126 Child Development Associate II...... 60...... 5 early childhood staff who want to enhance the quality CHCAS 127 Child Development Associate III...... 60...... 5 of child care and early education they provide by Totals 180 15 defining, evaluating, recognizing, and implementing the competencies established by the Council for Early Childhood Professional Recognition. The CDA competency standards and coursework define the skills needed by providers and the strategies to demonstrate their ability to work effectively with young children. CDA training addresses various settings: center-based infant and toddler programs and preschool classrooms, as well as family child care homes and home visitors. The final assessment and credentialing of child care providers is administered by the Council out of Washington, D.C. This program assists potential CDA candidates in completing the preparation steps for assessment, collecting documentation and required items for the resource file, and applying to the Council for their credential and verification visit. Program Length • 3 quarters • 180 hours/15 credits • Monday to Friday – individual child care setting • One Saturday per month: 8:30am–12:30pm or 1:00pm–5:00pm • One Wednesday evening per month: 6:30pm–9:30pm Admission Requirements • High school diploma or equivalent before submitting to the Council • 18 years of age or older before submitting to the

Council Programs Training Career • Ability to speak English clearly • Access to or be working in a licensed facility with young children. Enrollment Enrollment occurs quarterly. See the current RTC Class Schedule for specific course information.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 51 www.RTC.edu Children with Special Needs Part-Time Program

Option Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion (180 hours/15 credits) Course # Course Title Hours Credits This series of classes assists early childhood professionals ASL& 121 American Sign Language...... 60...... 5 in their work with young children with special needs and ECCS 206 Children with Special Needs - Behavior Management ...... 60...... 5 disabilities. Students focus on the laws for inclusion, ECCS 207 Children with Special Needs – teaching strategies, behavior management methods to use Creating an Inclusive Classroom...... 60...... 5 in the classroom, the theories and philosophies behind Totals 180 15 those strategies, effective inclusive environments, various communication techniques (American Sign Language), and lesson planning. Upon completion of the series of classes, students receive a special needs certificate – worth 15 credits. Program Length • 3 quarters • 180 hours/15 credits • Monday to Friday – individual child care setting • Thursdays: 6:30pm–9:45pm Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years before submitting to the Council • High school diploma or equivalent before submitting to the Council • Access to or be working in a licensed facility with young children Admission Recommendations Ability to speak English clearly Enrollment See the current RTC Class Schedule for specific course information. Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 52 Renton Technical College Civil CADD

Options Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion Course # Course Title Hours Credits (1260 hours/79 credits) CIV 101 Introduction to Civil Drafting ...... 84...... 4 CIV 106 Orthographic Projections and Sections ...... 36...... 2 » Associate of Applied Science Degree CIV 111 Field Surveying Lab Civil CADD...... 96...... 4 (1512 hours/99 credits) CIV 113 Introduction to Computer Aided Design...... 156...... 9 This program prepares individuals to apply technical CIV 125 Road Design...... 132...... 8 knowledge and skills to develop working drawings in CIV 131 Computer Familiarization...... 24...... 2 support of civil engineers engaged in designing and CIV 151 Advanced Computer Applications...... 156...... 9 executing projects such as highways, dams, bridges, CIV 156 Subdivision Design...... 132...... 8 tunnels and other facilities, as well as commercial and CIV 159 Scheduling and Estimating...... 48...... 3 residential development projects. The students learn to CIV 161 Technical Mathematics for Civil CADD I ...... 60...... 5 produce site/civil drawings, layouts and designs under CIV 162 Technical Mathematics for Civil CADD II...... 60...... 5 the supervision of an engineer or senior designers. The CIV 163 Physics for Civil CADD...... 24...... 2 program includes instruction in basic civil engineering CIV 183 Human Relations and Workplace Readiness...... 48...... 4 principles, mapping, computer-aided drafting (CAD), CIV 248 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems...... 84...... 5 pipe drafting, survey interpretation and blueprint reading. CIV 294 Cooperative Education/Internship (optional)...... 0...... 0 To earn an Associate of Applied Science degree, the DFT 173 Technical Writing for Drafting...... 48...... 3 student must complete all requirements for the certificate SUR 101 Introduction to Field Surveying...... 72...... 6 program plus 20 credits of General Education (see below). Total 1260 79 Program Length • 4 quarters General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree • 1260 hours/79 credits Course # Course Title Hours Credits CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 • Monday – Friday - 8:00 am - 2:30 p.m. ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 Admission Requirements MATH 102 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 • Minimum age: 18 years PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 • Must take COMPASS or ASSET test before entering Total 252 20 the program or being placed on the pre-registration list. Admission Recommendations • High school diploma or GED • Counselor and instructor interview Enrollment Students may enter at beginning of fall quarter, or with instructor permission. aer riig Programs Training Career Cooperative/Internship Work Experience Students may participate in a cooperative/internship education option allowing them to receive credit for on- the-job work experience appropriate to their training. Through cooperative/internship work experience, students have the opportunity to apply learned skills and gain actual on-the-job experience while completing their program of study. Total Estimated Program Costs* • Tuition $4,347.00 • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 53 www.RTC.edu Commercial Building Engineering

Options Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion Course # Course Title Hours Credits (1944 hours/128 credits) CBE 101 Fundamentals of Electricity and Lab...... 96...... 6 CBE 102 Advanced Electrical and Lab...... 96...... 5 » Associate of Applied Science Degree CBE 103 National Electrical Code...... 48...... 4 (2196 hours/148 credits) CBE 104 Computer Fundamentals and Lab...... 96...... 6 This program is designed so students can enroll for CBE 105 Boiler Operators...... 96...... 8 mornings, afternoons, or evenings to better fit their CBE 106 Boiler Lab...... 96...... 4 working schedule. Instruction areas include refrigeration CBE 107 Refrigeration and A/C Fundamentals...... 48...... 4 and building systems, boiler operations, and hazardous CBE 108 Refrigeration Lab...... 48...... 2 waste management. Students learn to regulate and CBE 111 Control Fundamentals...... 96...... 7 maintain heating, cooling, and ventilation systems for CBE 112 Pneumatic Controls and Lab...... 96...... 6 commercial buildings. An emphasis is placed on practical CBE 113 Preventive Maintenance and Lab...... 72...... 4 experience and hands-on training whenever possible. CBE 115 Refrigeration and A/C Systems...... 96...... 5 This program is a recognized “School of Technology” CBE 116 HVAC/Plumbing Distribution...... 48...... 4 by the City of Seattle and the Tacoma Steam Advisory CBE 117 Safety and Health...... 24...... 2 Certification Board. This program offers several CBE 118 Critical Systems...... 48...... 3 industry certifications as well as a Commercial Building CBE 150 Hazardous Waste Management...... 48...... 3 Engineering certificate or an Associate of Applied Science CBE 160 Math Refresher...... 48...... 4 degree in Commercial Building Engineering. CBE 170 Communications for the Stationary Engineer...... 48...... 4 CBE 180 Human Relations and Leadership Skills...... 48...... 4 Program Length CBE 190 LEED Green Building ...... 48...... 4 • 8 quarters – Certificate of Completion CBE 201 Direct Digital Controls and Lab...... 84...... 5 • 8 quarters – AAS Degree CBE 202 Advanced Direct Digital Controls and Lab...... 84...... 4 • Monday–Thursday, 7:00am–11:00am; CBE 203 Energy Conservation...... 48...... 4 12:00pm–4:00pm; 5:00pm–9:00pm CBE 204 Architectural Prints and Lab...... 84...... 5 CBE 205 Fire and Life Safety Systems...... 84...... 6 Admission Requirements CBE 206 Air and Water Balancing and Lab...... 84...... 6 • Minimum age: 18 years CBE 207 Indoor Air Quality...... 84...... 6 • Must take the COMPASS test before entering the CBE 208 Instrumentation for Stationary Engineers...... 48...... 3 program or being placed on the pre-registration list. Total 1944 128 Admission Recommendations • Able to lift 50 lbs occasionally, climb ladders and General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree work in confined spaces. Course # Course Title Hours Credits • Write, speak and understand English. CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 • Mechanically inclined with good eye/hand ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 coordination. MATH 102 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 • Willing to work shift work, weekends and holidays. PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 • To be employed in this field, the student must be Total 252 20 able to perform moderately physically demanding tasks on a regular basis. Enrollment Quarterly. Total Estimated Program Costs* • Tuition $6,706.80 • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does

Career Training Programs not include the required General Education classes.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 54 Renton Technical College Computer-Aided Drafting Part-Time Program Option » Certificate of Completion (see Program Length below for hours and credits) This program is intended for those individuals who Course Requirements* wish to obtain employment in career fields where the Core Courses production of technical drawings is an integral part Course # Course Title Hours Credits of the organization’s day-to-day operations. Course DFTS 114 AutoCAD® – Level I...... 40...... 3 offerings are tailored to two option areas: programming DFTS 116 AutoCAD® – Level II...... 40...... 3 administration and surveying administration. Both of DFTS 118 AutoCAD®– Level III...... 40...... 3 the option areas below address specific skill specialization areas within the drafting profession. Depending upon Total Core Requirements 120 9 the option selected, the total course of instruction takes either 200 or 280 hours, with a Certificate of Completion Option I–CAD/Programming Administration awarded. Both options can be completed in as little Course # Course Title Hours Credits as three quarters, but actual completion times will be a DFTS 140 Programming for AutoCAD®...... 80...... 6 factor of individual student desires and scheduling. Four Core Requirements...... 120...... 9 quarters is considered nominal time to finish either of the options available. All courses must be completed as listed Total Option I 200 15 for a certificate to be awarded, unless evidence of prior learning can be provided. These courses are also available Option II–CAD/Surveying Administration to industry professionals and others who have had prior Course # Course Title Hours Credits computer aided drafting experience and wish to upgrade SURS 135 AutoCAD Land Desktop I...... 40...... 3 their skills and knowledge in specific areas. Students are SURS 136 AutoCAD Land Desktop II...... 40...... 3 welcome to take any course when offered which they feel DFTS 140 Programming for AutoCAD®...... 80...... 6 may be of benefit and for which they have met any listed Core Requirements...... 120...... 9 prerequisites. All courses emphasize hands-on training and Total Option II 280 21 are taught using the latest versions of AutoCAD software. Practical application is stressed whenever possible. *Course offerings may change as new technologies develop. Substitution of Renton Technical College is an authorized Autodesk® prior credits earned for current certificate requirements will be approved on a Training Center. case by case basis. Program Length • Option 1: 200 hours/15 credits • Option 2: 280 hours/21 credits • Monday–Saturday (varies) • Various part-time schedules Admission Requirements

Minimum age: 18 years Programs Training Career Admission Recommendations High school diploma or GED. Enrollment Enrollment occurs quarterly. See the current RTC Class Schedule for specific course information.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 55 www.RTC.edu Computer Applications

Options Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion (720 hours/31 credits) Course # Course Title Hours Credits This program prepares students for employment in APP 101 Introduction to Windows I...... 24...... 1 a variety of entry-level office positions. You receive APP 102 Introduction to Windows II...... 24...... 1 hands-on computer training in the Windows operating APP 105 Introduction to Keyboarding...... 24...... 1 system and the popular software applications found APP 106 Keyboarding Skillbuilding I...... 24...... 1 in Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Word, Excel, APP 107 Keyboarding Skillbuilding II...... 24...... 1 APP 110 Outlook I...... 24...... 1 Access, PowerPoint, and Publisher. Keyboarding skills are APP 111 Outlook II...... 24...... 1 recommended for entering students. (Students entering APP 115 Word I...... 24...... 1 without keyboarding skills may take longer to complete.) APP 116 Word II...... 24...... 1 Program Length APP 120 Excel I...... 24...... 1 • 2 quarters APP 121 Excel II...... 24...... 1 APP 125 Access I...... 24...... 1 • 720 hours/31 credits APP 126 Access II...... 24...... 1 • Monday–Friday, 8:00am–2:30pm APP 130 Basic HTML Design I*...... 24...... 1 Admission Requirements APP 131 Basic HTML Design II*...... 24...... 1 APP 135 Data Entry I*...... (24) ...... (1) • Minimum age: 18 years APP 136 Data Entry II*...... (24)...... (1) • Must take the COMPASS test before entering the APP 140 Using the Internet I...... 24...... 1 program or being placed on the pre-registration list. APP 141 Using the Internet II...... 24...... 1 Admission Recommendations APP 145 PowerPoint I...... 24...... 1 • High School diploma or GED. APP 146 PowerPoint II...... 24...... 1 APP 150 Publisher I**...... 24...... 1 • Counselor and instructor interview. APP 151 Publisher II**...... 24...... 1 • Keyboarding skills. APP 170 Digital Imaging I**...... (24)...... (1) • Keyboarding courses will be waived upon APP 171 Digital Imaging II**...... (24)...... (1) demonstrated ability to type 35 wpm. APP 175 Web Design I* ...... (24)...... (1) Enrollment APP 176 Web Design II*...... (24)...... (1) APP 180 Beginning Skill Development...... 72...... 3 Students may enter at any time. APP 181 Advanced Skill Development...... 96...... 4 Cooperative/Internship Work Experience APP 191 Job Search Skills ...... 48...... 3 APP 192 Cooperative Work Experience (optional)...... (200)...... (4) Students may participate in a cooperative education option allowing them to receive credit for on-the-job Total 720 31 work experience appropriate to their computer training. Through cooperative work experience, students have the *Students must take either APP 130 and APP 131, APP 135 and APP 136, opportunity to apply learned skills and gain actual on-the- or APP 175 and APP 176. job experience while completing their course of study. **Students may take either APP 150 and APP 151, or APP 170 and APP 171. Total Estimated Program Costs* • Tuition $2,484.00 • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes. Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 56 Renton Technical College Computer Network Technology

Options Cooperative/Internship Work Experience » Certificate of Completion A cooperative work experience option may be available for qualified, (1260 hours/75 credits) approved students. Students apply learned skills, gain actual on-the-job » Associate of Applied Science Degree experience, and receive credit for work experience appropriate to training (1512 hours/95 credits) while completing the program of study. The Computer Network Technology program is designed Course Requirements for entry-level students to develop skills needed to Course # Course Title Hours Credits gain employment as computer network installation, CNT 111 Survey of Electronics with Mathematics...... 48...... 4 configuration, and support technicians. Students receive CNT 151 CompTIA A+ Essentials...... 108...... 6 training in basic electronic theory and progress through CNT 156 CompTIA A+ IT Technician...... 108...... 6 classes in maintenance and repair of Microsoft Windows CNT 159 CompTIA Network+...... 96...... 6 and Linux Operating system environments. Students are CNT 252 Windows Server 2008 Active Directory...... 120...... 7 prepared for industry certifications, including CompTIA CNT 253 Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure...... 120...... 7 A+, CompTIA Network+, Linux+, Microsoft Certified CNT 254 Microsoft Exchange Server 2007...... 60...... 3 Profession (MCP) and Red Hat Certified Technician CNT 255 Network Virtualization...... 60...... 3 (RHCT). Both server and workstation configurations are CNT 256 Red Hat Linux Computing Essentials...... 120...... 7 taught in this one-year (1260 hour) program. CNT 257 Wireless Networking Fundamentals...... 120...... 7 Students who successfully pass all competencies are CNT 258 Red Hat Linux Core System Administration...... 120...... 7 awarded a Certificate of Completion. Advanced standing CNT 259 Enterprise Network Technology...... 120...... 7 is possible for Tech Prep students or for those able to CNT 271 Communications and Human Relations in the Workplace..60...... 5 present transcript evidence of prior training. CNT 294 Internship/Cooperative Education ...... (180)...... (5) To earn an Associate of Applied Science degree, the Total 1260 75 student must complete all requirements for the certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education. General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree Program Length Course # Course Title Hours Credits • 4 quarters CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 ENGL 100 Applied Composition -OR- • 1260 hours/75 credits ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 • Monday–Friday MATH 102 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry ...... 72...... 5 • 8:00am–2:30pm PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 Admission Requirements Total 252 20 Minimum age: 18 years Must take COMPASS or ASSET test before entering the program or being placed on the pre-registration list. Admission Recommendations

Counselor and instructor interview. Programs Training Career Enrollment Students may enter at the beginning of fall, winter, or spring quarter, or with instructor permission. Total Estimated Program Costs* • Tuition $4,347.00 • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.23233 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 57 www.RTC.edu Computer Numerical Control

Option Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion Course # Course Title Hours Credits (720 hours/37 credits) MTEC 212 Manufacturing Resource & Research...... 96...... 6 This two-quarter program is designed for students who MTEC 220 Hazardous Materials...... 24...... 2 have experience in machine operation, feeds and speeds, MTEC 231 CNC I...... 264...... 12 and an understanding of basic shop math. Instruction MTEC 232 CNC II...... 264...... 12 is both theoretical and practical, and includes manual MTEC 240 Manufacturing Trends...... 72...... 5 and computer programming using the latest CNC/CAM Total 720 37 software. This program is taught in a machine shop facility equipped with industrial size 3- and 4-axis vertical and horizontal milling machines and 3-axis turning center with conversational control and live tooling. In this program, students are introduced to micro- computer hardware, the Windows operating system, and the basics of computer numerical control (CNC) machines, and programming CNC machines using MasterCAM software. Students also learn information literacy, hazardous material processes, and manufacturing trends. Program Length • 2 quarters • 720 hours/37 credits • Monday–Friday • 8:00am–2:30pm Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years. • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before entering the program or being placed on the pre- registration list. • Prior experience in Machine Trades. Admission Recommendations • High school-level courses in advanced math, advanced science, mechanical drawing, or metal shop. • Counselor and instructor interview. Enrollment Students may enter in fall or winter quarter. Total Estimated Program Costs* • Tuition: $2,484.00 • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes. Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 58 Renton Technical College Computer Numerical Control Computer Programming Part-Time Program Option Course Requirements* » Certificate of Completion (320 hours/24 credits) Course # Course Title Hours Credits This program is ideal for those individuals with no CSIS 127 Beginning C++...... 80...... 6 previous experience who wish to enter this exciting and CSIS 131 Introduction to C# - Part I...... 40...... 3 demanding career field. Course offerings are designed CSIS 141 Introduction to C# - Part II...... 40...... 3 to take students from learning the fundamentals of CSIS 132 Intermediate C# - Part I...... 40...... 3 programming through the creation of complex programs CSIS 143 Intermediate C# - Part II...... 40...... 3 Elective**...... 80...... 3 written in higher-level languages. The full program consists of 320 hours of instruction, with a certificate of Total 320 24 completion awarded. Students who progress through the program without interruption may be able to complete *Course offerings may change as new technologies develop. Substitution of the program in as little as one year, with six quarters prior credits earned for current certificate requirements will be approved on a being nominal. Students are welcome to take any course case by case basis. when offered which they feel may be of benefit and for **Elective option must be chosen from one of the following course offerings: which they have met any listed prerequisites. All courses – CSIS 128 Advanced C++ emphasize hands-on training and are taught using the – CSIS 137 Introduction to Software Testing latest versions of applicable language compilers and – CSIS 149 C++ Data Structures and Algorithms interpreters. Practical applications are stressed wherever – CSIS 152 IT Project Management possible. All courses must be completed for certificate – CSIS 231 Advanced C# - Part I award, unless evidence of prior learning can be provided. – CSIS 232 Advanced C# - Part II Students with no previous programming experience must enroll in CSIS 120, Fundamentals of Programming, prior to attempting any of the programming language offerings. Program Length • 320 hours/24 credits • Monday–Thursday, 5:30–9:30pm • Saturday 8:00am–4:30pm Admission Requirements Minimum age: 18 years Admission Recommendations High school diploma or GED. Enrollment Enrollment occurs quarterly. See the current RTC Class Schedule for specific course information.

Cooperative/Internship Work Experience Programs Training Career None.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 59 www.RTC.edu Computer Science Construction Management Full- or Part-Time Program Options » Certificate of Completion (1260 hours/71 credits) » Associate of Applied Science Degree (2772 hours/166 credits) Cooperative/Internship Work Experience This Computer Science program is a follow-on to A cooperative work experience is possible for second year students upon the Applications Developer certificate. The student’s recommendation of instructor and subject to availability. education is expanded to prepare for entry in various Total Estimated Program Costs* careers in the Information Technology industry. Job • Tuition: $4,347.00 titles include: Client-Server Application Developer/ Programmer; Software Tester; Systems Analyst; Database • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 Developer/Administrator; Network Administrator/ *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration Specialist; Internet Applications Developer/ Webmaster, regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated IT Project Manager. Students design, develop and test totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does client-server applications with emphasis placed on not include the required General Education classes. Microsoft Visual Studio.NET., C#, Web development (ASP.NET), SQL database development (Microsoft SQL Course Requirements Server), graphics, XML, networking, software testing, e- Course # Course Title Hours Credits commerce and Java. Reinforcement of theory is achieved CSI 220 IT Project Management and Team Building...... 120...... 7 through lab projects and close instructor contact. Safety CSI 245 Java for C# Programmers...... 120...... 7 is emphasized and leadership, ethics, teamwork, math CSI 250 Rich Internet Applications...... 120...... 7 and written/verbal communications are covered. Project CSI 253 Client-Server Development with ADO.NET...... 120...... 7 management for Information Technology is presented CSI 256 Advanced Programming Concepts with C#...... 120...... 7 with hands-on practice using curriculum modeled after CSI 258 SQL Server Development and Administration...... 120...... 7 the COMPTIA certification content. CSI 277 IT Industry Research and Writing...... 120...... 7 CSI 281 E-Commerce and Business Finance...... 120...... 7 To earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, the CSI 291 Developing Web Applications with ASP.NET...... 120...... 7 student must complete all requirements for the Computer CSI 293 Capstone Design and Development Project...... 180...... 8 Science certificate (1260 hours) program plus all CSI 294 Cooperative Education/Internship (optional)...... (630)...... (17) requirements for the Applications Developer certificate (1260 hours) and 20 credits of General Education. Total 1260 71 Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered upon validation of transcript and course work. Students Additional Requirements for AAS Degree completing the A.A.S. degree requirements may transfer Course # Course Title Hours Credits to City University, DeVry University, and University of CSI 500 Applications Developer...... 1260...... 75 Phoenix with junior standing in a variety of business and computer related Bachelor degree programs. General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree Course # Course Title Hours Credits Program Length CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 • 4 quarters ENGL 100 Applied Composition or • 1260 hours/71 credits ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 MATH 102 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 • Monday–Friday PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 • 8:00am–2:30pm Total 252 20 Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years Total hours and credits for Computer Science AAS Degree:...... 2772...... 166 • Must take COMPASS or ASSET testing before entering the program or being placed on the pre- registration list. Admission Recommendations Counselor and instructor interview. Enrollment Career Training Programs Students may enter at the beginning of fall or winter quarter.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 60 Renton Technical College Construction Management Full- or Part-Time Program Options Course Requirements (65 credits required) » Certificate of Completion Course # Course Title Hours Credits (880-1108 hours, 76 credits) Required Construction Design Principles and Practice Courses CONST 101 Introduction to Construction and Architecture...... 30...... 3 » Associate of Applied Science Degree CONST 140 Construction Plan Reading...... 30...... 3 (1072-1300 hours, 91 credits) CONST 160 Materials and Methods...... 30...... 3 Prepare for careers in construction management as a CONST 183 Mechanical and Electrical Systems...... 30...... 3 project manager, superintendent, estimator, safety officer, CONST 185 Civil Construction...... 40...... 4 and other administrators. Students learn estimating, CONST 202 Quantity Survey and Estimating...... 80...... 6 scheduling, project management, human resources CONST 225 Contract Administration...... 30...... 3 management, and other skills that are critical in the CONST 230 Planning and Scheduling...... 40...... 3 construction management field. Students can enroll on a CONST 250 Safety and Accident Prevention...... 30...... 3 part-time or full-time basis, and can earn a certificate of CONST 260 Project Management...... 50...... 4 an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree. CONST 261 Human Relations for the Construction Industry...... 30...... 3 CONST 262 Labor Agreements...... 20...... 2 Program Length CONST 270 Structural Design...... 30...... 3 880-1108 hours/76 credits CONST 280 Building Codes...... 30...... 3 SURS 110 Basic Surveying I...... 40...... 3 Admission Requirements Required Business and Management Courses • Minimum age: 18 years. CONST 115 Accounting for Construction Management...... 60...... 5 • Vocational interest and goals related to the program. -OR- ACCT& 201 Principles of Accounting I...... 96...... 5 Admission Recommendations Required Math, Science, Computers, and Communications Courses • High school diploma or GED. APPS 115 Word I...... 20...... 1 • Counselor interview. APPS 120 Excel I...... 20...... 1 • COMPASS or ASSET test to determine English and ENGL 100 Applied Composition...... 60...... 5 math readiness (required for certain courses within -OR- the program). ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 MATH 102 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 Enrollment -OR- Enrollment occurs quarterly. See the current RTC Class MATH& 141 Pre-Calculus I...... 60...... 5 Schedule for specific course information. Total 760-808 66 Cooperative/Internship Work Experience A cooperative education option may be available for Elective Courses (10 credits required) qualified, approved students. Students apply learned Course # Course Title Hours Credits skills, gain actual on-the-job experience, and receive ACCT& 202 Principles of Accounting II...... 96...... 5 credit for work experience appropriate to training while APPS 121 Excel II...... 20...... 1 completing the program of study. CONST 105 Spanish for Construction Supervisors...... 40...... 4

CONST 113 Excel for Construction Accounting...... 20...... 1 Programs Training Career Fees CONST 155 Construction Equipment...... 10...... 1 Students are responsible for purchasing books, tools CONST 190 Cooperative Work Experience, Trades...... 150...... 5 (program tool list available upon request), and protective CONST 231 Microsoft Project 2007 for Construction Management...... 30...... 2 equipment. CONST 251 Safety Planning and Administration...... 30...... 3 CONST 290 Cooperative Work Experience, Construction Management 150...... 5 DFTS 114 AutoCAD® - Level I...... 40...... 3 DFTS 116 AutoCAD® - Level II...... 40...... 3 Total 120-300 10

General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree Course # Course Title Hours Credits GEOL& 101 Introduction to Physical Geology...... 72...... 5 PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 55 Total 192 15

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 61 www.RTC.edu Construction Trades Preparation

Option Course Requirements » Certification of Completion (618 hours/39 credits) Course # Course Title Hours Credits Students gain skills for apprenticeship or entry-level INDS 101 First Aid/CPR & AED...... 16...... 2 employment in construction, manufacturing, public JSTI 101 Core Construction Skills I...... 48...... 3 utilities, and related industries. Courses incorporate JSTI 102 Core Construction Skills II...... 48...... 3 theory and hands-on application in a variety of trades JSTI 105 Job and Life Skills I...... 40...... 3 including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, iron work, JSTI 106 Job and Life Skills II...... 14...... 1 JSTI 107 Physical Fitness for the Trades, Beginning...... 58...... 2 masonry, metal stud framing, oxy-acetylene cutting and JSTI 108 Physical Fitness for the Trades, Advanced...... 24...... 2 arc welding. Course work also includes safety standards JSTI 109 Tool and Equipment Certification...... 24...... 2 training, strength building, trades math, writing a resume, JSTI 111 Structural Trades I...... 52...... 4 cover letters, and preparing for job interviews. Students JSTI 112 Structural Trades II...... 32...... 1 receive industry certifications for Industrial First Aid/ JSTI 117 Electrical and Mechanical Trades...... 84...... 4 CPR, Hilti powder-actuated tools, flagging, and forklift. JSTI 119 Mechanics and Heavy Equipment...... 48...... 3 One of the program’s goals is to train a diverse workforce, JSTI 125 Heavy Construction...... 48...... 3 increasing the number of women and people of color who JSTI 168 Trades Math, Beginning...... 50...... 4 are ready to enter apprenticeship and trades positions. JSTI 169 Trades Math, Advanced...... 32...... 2 Program Length JSTI 194 Cooperative/Internship Work Experience (optional)...... (312)...... (8) • 2 quarters Total 618 39 • 618 hours/39 credits • Monday–Friday, 8am–2:30pm Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years • Must take COMPASS or ASSET test before entering the program or being placed on the pre-registration list. • Attend an orientation of the program. • Arrange for an interview with RTC staff. Admission Recommendations • Students should have a high school diploma or GED prior to program entry, or complete this while enrolled. • A valid Washington State Driver’s License. Enrollment Eligible students may enter the program in September or March. Cooperative/Internship Work Experience A cooperative education option may be available for qualified, approved students. Total Estimated Program Costs* • Tuition: $2,132.10 • Textbooks and Supplies: contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes. Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 62 Renton Technical College Cosmetology

Option Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion (1800 hours/91 credits) Course # Course Title Hours Credits This program, open to both men and women, trains COSM 101 Cosmetology Theory .I ...... 72...... 6 students to take the Washington State Cosmetology COSM 102 Cosmetology Theory II...... 72...... 6 Licensing Exam and become entry-level cosmetologists. COSM 103 Cosmetology Theory III...... 72...... 6 Cosmetologists shampoo, cut, style, give permanents, and COSM 104 Cosmetology Theory IV...... 72...... 6 color hair for men, women, and children. COSM 111 Cosmetology Lab I...... 360...... 15 COSM 112 Cosmetology Lab II...... 336...... 14 Students gain theory and lab experience in skin, scalp, COSM 113 Cosmetology Lab III...... 348...... 14 and hair analysis; shampooing; styling; cutting hair; COSM 114 Cosmetology Lab IV...... 360...... 15 permanent waving; chemical hair relaxing; hair coloring COSM 161 Math I...... 12...... 1 and lightening; manicuring and pedicuring; skin care; COSM 162 Math II...... 12...... 1 make-up; and safety and disinfection. The program also COSM 163 Math III...... 12...... 1 covers business ethics and salon management, math, COSM 171 Communication I...... 12...... 1 communications, and human relations. COSM 172 Communications II...... 12...... 1 Instruction takes place at state-licensed beauty schools in COSM 173 Communications III...... 12...... 1 King County that have a contract with Renton Technical COSM 181 Human Relations I...... 12...... 1 College. Students are expected to purchase kits, uniforms, COSM 182 Human Relations II...... 12...... 1 and supplies. COSM 183 Human Relations III...... 12...... 1 Note: The beauty schools do not follow the RTC calendar. Total 1800 91 Check with the schools for exact starting dates. Program Length • 4 quarters • 1800 hours/91 credits • Hours vary by school: • Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm • Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30am –5:00pm Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years • Must take COMPASS or ASSET test before entering the program or being placed on the pre-registration list. • High school completion or GED certificate is required upon completion of the program for state licensing and job placement.

Admission Recommendations Programs Training Career Counselor and instructor interview before starting the program. Enrollment Students may enter as openings occur with instructor or counselor permission. Total Estimated Program Costs* • Tuition: $6,210.00 • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 63 www.RTC.edu Culinary Arts

Options Total Estimated Program Costs* » Certificate of Completion (1980 hours/103 credits) • Tuition: $8,118.00 » Associate of Applied Science Degree • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 (2232 hours/123 credits) *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration » Associate of Applied Science-Transfer Degree regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated (2220 hours/123 credits) totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes. The Culinary Arts certificate program is an American Culinary Federation Educational Institute (ACFEI) Course Requirements accredited program designed to train students to function Course # Course Title Hours Credits professionally in the restaurant industry. All phases of CUL 101 Culinary Safety - Sanitation...... 36...... 3 basic fundamental cookery are addressed in a concise CUL 102 Introduction to Food Industry...... 60...... 4 curriculum with emphasis on development of skills and CUL 103 Knife Skills I...... 60...... 3 techniques necessary for advancement in the hospitality CUL 104 Boucher...... 60...... 3 industry. The program offers a wide range of subject areas CUL 105 Cost Control...... 36...... 3 that include beginning knife skills, safety and sanitation, CUL 106 Nutrition...... 36...... 3 nutrition, culinary math; to advanced courses that CUL 107 Saucier I ...... 60...... 3 include fundamentals of soup and sauce preparations, CUL 108 Saucier II...... 60...... 3 ala carte cooking, garde manger techniques, and more. CUL 109 Entremetier I...... 60...... 3 Upon completion of Renton Technical College’s Culinary CUL 110 Moist Heat Cooking Methods...... 60...... 3 Arts program, graduates who are American Culinary CUL 111 Dry Heat Cooking Methods...... 60...... 3 Federation (AFC) members at the time of graduation have CUL 112 American Regional Cooking...... 60...... 3 the opportunity to be certified as a “Certified Culinarian” CUL 113 International Cooking...... 60...... 3 by the AFC. CUL 114 Delicatessen I...... 60...... 3 To earn an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or CUL 115 Delicatessen II...... 60...... 3 Associate of Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T) degree, the CUL 116 Garde Manger I...... 60...... 3 student must complete all requirements for the certificate CUL 117 Garde Manger II...... 60...... 3 program plus 20 credits of General Education. CUL 118 Breakfast Cookery...... 60...... 3 Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered CUL 119 Bakery Basics...... 60...... 3 upon validation of transcript and course work. Students CUL 120 Purchasing and Receiving...... 60...... 3 holding a recent Certification of Completion from RTC CUL 121 Dining Room Service...... 60...... 3 should contact the Registrar for degree options. CUL 122 Wine Appreciation...... 12...... 1 CUL 123 Entremetier II...... 36...... 2 Program Length CUL 124 Fry Station...... 60...... 3 • 6 quarters CUL 125 Saute Station...... 60...... 3 CUL 126 Broiler Station...... 60...... 3 • 1980 hours/103 credits CUL 127 Lead Line...... 60...... 3 • Monday–Friday, CUL 128 Pantry...... 36...... 2 7:00am–1:30pm CUL 129 Advanced Techniques – Practical...... 60...... 3 Admission Requirements CUL 130 Sous Chef...... 60...... 3 • Minimum age: 16 years CUL 131 Capstone...... 24...... 1 CUL 160 Culinary Math...... 36...... 3 • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before CUL 170 Industry Communications/Job Search...... 36...... 3 entering the program or being placed on the pre- CUL 180 Human Relations-Life Skills...... 36...... 3 registration list. CUL 190 Co-operative/Internship Work Experience...... 216...... 6 • Food handler’s permit Total 1980 103 Admission Recommendations Counselor and instructor interview. General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree Enrollment Course # Course Title Hours Credits ENGL 100 Applied Composition -OR- Students may enter fall, winter, or spring quarter. ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 Cooperative/Internship Experience MATH 101 Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry ...... 72...... 5 A cooperative work experience provides students with PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 Career Training Programs applying learned skills, gaining on-the-job experience, CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 and receiving credit for work experience appropriate to Total 252 20 training while completing the program.

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General Education Course Requirements for AAS-T Degree Course # Course Title Hours Credits ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 MATH& 146 Introduction to Statistics ...... 60...... 5 PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 Total 240 20 aer riig Programs Training Career

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 65 www.RTC.edu Dental Assistant

Options • Current (within one year) evaluation by a » Certificate of Completion physician or nurse practitioner to ensure (1260 hours/73 credits) student and patient safety. The evaluation should address the following areas in respect to the student’s ability » Associate of Applied Science Degree to perform the laboratory skills and clinical responsibilities related to (1512 hours/93 credits) become a Dental Assistant: » Associate of Applied Science-Transfer Degree – Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and to reach overhead (1512 hours/93 credits) – Ability to stand or walk for long periods This program has been granted accreditation approval by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, a division Enrollment of the American Dental Association. Students are Students may enter at the beginning of fall or winter quarter. prepared for employment as Certified Dental Assistants Total Estimated Program Costs* (CDA). CDA’s work in dental offices performing such tasks as four-handed dentistry, bookkeeping, x-rays, and • Tuition $4,347.00 expanded functions. The program includes lectures, • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 demonstrations, small and large group discussions, and *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration practicum. regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated Class meets Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does - 2:30 p.m. On clinic days, class meets from 7:30 a.m. not include the required General Education classes. - 3:00 p.m. Beginning second quarter, students are Course Requirements required to volunteer in a dental office a minimum of two hours per week after school. The last six weeks of the Course # Course Title Hours Credits program is full-time internship at dental offices and/or DENT 100 First Aid, CPR and Vital Signs...... 24...... 2 clinics. The hours during internship vary depending on DENT 101 Dental Profession...... 12...... 1 the intern site. DENT 102 Pre-Clinical Chairside Assisting I...... 72...... 5 DENT 103 Clinical Chairside Assisting I...... 96...... 4 A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon successful DENT 104 Dental Materials I Theory...... 24...... 2 completion of core course requirements. To earn an DENT 105 Expanded Functions...... 72...... 3 Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Associate of DENT 112 Pre-Clinical Chairside Assisting II...... 84...... 4 Applied Science–Transfer (AAS-T) degree, you must DENT 113 Clinical Chairside Assisting II...... 48...... 2 complete the certificate program and meet the general DENT 114 Dental Materials II Lab...... 60...... 3 education course requirements. DENT 133 Infection Control...... 36...... 2 Program Length DENT 134 Specialties...... 24...... 2 DENT 137 Laboratory Procedures...... 36...... 2 • 4 quarters DENT 138 Business Administration...... 12...... 1 • 1260 hours/73 credits DENT 141 Head and Neck Anatomy...... 12...... 1 • Monday–Friday, 8:00am–2:30pm DENT 142 Oral Anatomy...... 12...... 1 (Hours vary during clinical and internship experience.) DENT 143 Tooth Morphology...... 12...... 1 DENT 144 Microbiology...... 12...... 1 Admission Requirements DENT 145 Anatomy and Physiology...... 12...... 1 • Minimum age: 18 years old. DENT 146 Oral Pathology...... 12...... 1 • Must take COMPASS or ASSET test prior to DENT 147 Embryology and Histology...... 12...... 1 entering the program or being placed on the pre- DENT 148 Psychology and the Special Patient...... 12...... 1 registration list. DENT 149 Pharmacology, Pain Control, and Therapeutics...... 12...... 1 • High School Diploma or GED. DENT 151 Preventive Dentistry and Nutrition ...... 36...... 3 DENT 153 Radiology I Theory...... 36...... 3 • Ability to pass a nationwide criminal background DENT 154 Radiology II Pre-Clinical...... 48...... 2 check. DENT 155 Radiology III Clinical...... 48...... 2 • Satisfactory completion of Allied Health for Success DENT 161 Mathematics...... 12...... 1 or college preparation course. DENT 171 Communications...... 48...... 4 • Students must meet vaccination and program DENT 181 Human Relations...... 48...... 4 specified health requirements in compliance with the DENT 191 Job Seeking Skills...... 12...... 1 Centers for Disease Control guidelines (vaccination DENT 192 Internship I...... 120...... 5 list is provided at time of registration). DENT 193 Internship II...... 144...... 2

Career Training Programs • Health insurance, both injury and sickness, is TOTAL 1260 73 required for participation in the clinical portion of the program.

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General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree Course # Course Title Hours Credits CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 MATH 101 Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 ENGL 100 Applied Composition -OR- ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 Total 252 20

General Education Course Requirements for AAS-T Degree Course # Course Title Hours Credits BIOL& 260 Microbiology...... 72...... 5 ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 MATH 110 College Algebra...... 60...... 5 Total 252 20 aer riig Programs Training Career

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 67 www.RTC.edu Early Childhood Careers

Options Total Estimated Program Costs* » Certificate of Completion (900 hours/51 credits) • Tuition $3,105.00-$7,286340 » Associate of Applied Science Degree • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 (1512 hours/91 credits) *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration » Associate of Applied Science-Transfer Degree regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated (1824-2112 hours/113-121 credits) totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes. The Early Childhood Careers program prepares students for the care and early education of young children. Course Requirements Through classroom instruction and practical experience, Course # Course Title Hours Credits this program builds the foundation for teaching and ECC 101 Introduction to Early Childhood...... 24 ...... 2 working effectively with children birth to age eight. ECC 106 Child Development...... 60...... 5 Students gain skills necessary for designing curriculum, ECC 107 Guidance and Discipline...... 36...... 3 creating positive learning environments, and providing ECC 108 Learning Environments and Curriculum Planning...... 36...... 3 developmentally appropriate activities while taking into ECC 109 Working with Children with Special Needs...... 48...... 3 consideration culturally relevant and anti-bias practices. ECC 112 Art and Creativity...... 24...... 2 Students are required to complete an internship at a ECC 115 Health, Safety, and Nutrition...... 36...... 3 childcare center or in early childhood facilities where ECC 120 Culturally Relevant and Anti-Bias Curriculum...... 24...... 2 students may be currently employed. This program ECC 160 Practical Math for the ECE Professional...... 12...... 1 meets the Washington State Licensing Requirements for ECC 161 Math and Science Activities...... 48...... 3 program supervisor and/or director. ECC 171 Music and Movement Experiences...... 24...... 2 A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon successful ECC 172 Language and Literacy...... 36...... 3 completion of core course requirements. Both Associate ECC 173 Communication with Families and Community...... 48...... 3 of Applied Science (AAS) and (AAS-T) degrees are ECC 180 Job Skills and Professionalism...... 36...... 2 available to students completing additional General ECC 191 Introduction to Children, Families and Community...... 108...... 3 Education and technical course work. ECC 192 Intro to Safe, Healthy Learning Environ.: Observations...... 108...... 3 ECC 193 Introduction to Curriculum: Guidance and Discipline...... 108...... 3 Program Length ECC 201 Technology in Early Childhood...... 36...... 2 • Certificate of Completion: 3 quarters ECC 210 Observations and Assessments...... 48...... 3 900 hours/51 credits Total for Certificate of Completion 900 51 • Associate of Applied Science Degree: 5 quarters 1512 hours/91 credits Early Childhood Careers continues on next page… • Associate of Applied Science-Transfer Degree: 6 quarters 1824–2112 hours/113–121 credits • Internship required: approximately 10–15 hours per week. Admission Requirements • Instructor permission • Minimum age: 18 years or Running Start • High School diploma, GED or Running Start • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before entering the program or being placed on the pre- registration list • Ability to pass the Washington State Patrol Criminal Background Check prior to internship. Enrollment Students may enter as openings occur. Career Training Programs

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Students wishing to pursue their AAS degree must take the core courses for the program as well as those listed below:

Additional Course Requirements for AAS Degree Course # Course Title Hours Credits ECC 290 Implementing DAP, Anti-Bias, Effective Communication..180...... 5

CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 MATH 101 Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5

One of the following series of three classes: CHCAS 125 Child Development Associate I...... 60...... 5 CHCAS 126 Child Development Associate II...... 60...... 5 CHCAS 127 Child Development Associate III...... 60...... 5 -OR- ECCS 201 Mgmt. of Child Care Programs – Working with Adults...... 60...... 5 ECCS 203 Mgmt. of Child Care Programs – Managing Quality Prgms. 60...... 5 ECCS 204 Mgmt. of Child Care Prgms. –Financial Management...... 60...... 5 -OR- ASL& 101 American Sign Language...... 60...... 5 ECCS 206 Children with Special Needs – Behavior Management...... 60...... 5 ECCS 207 Child. w/Special Needs – Creating an Inclusive Classroom....60...... 5 Total for AAS-T Degree 1512 91

Students wishing to pursue their AAS-T degree must take the core courses for the certificate program as well as those listed below:

Additional Course Requirements for AAS-T Degree Course # Course Title Hours Credits ECC 290 Implementing DAP, Anti-Bias & Effective Communication 180...... 5 ECC 291 Implementing Safe, Healthy Learning Environments...... 36-180...... 1-5 ECC 292 Implementing Culturally Diverse Curriculum...... 36-180...... 1-5 CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 ENGL& 102 Writing from Research...... 60...... 5 MATH 075 Pre-Algebra...... 60...... 5 MATH 085 Beginning Algebra...... 60...... 5 aer riig Programs Training Career MATH 095 Intermediate Algebra...... 60...... 5 SOC& 101 Survey of Sociology...... 60...... 5

One of the following: MATH& 107 Contemporary Mathematics MATH 110 College Algebra MATH& 146 Introduction to Statistics...... 60...... 5

One of the following: PSYC& 100 General Psychology PSYC& 200 Developmental Psychology...... 60...... 5

One of the following: BIOL& 160 General Biology GEOL& 101 Introduction to Physical Geology...... 72...... 5

One of the following: ASL& 101 American Sign Language ENGL 210 Children’s Literature HIST& 136 American History I...... 60...... 5 Total for AAS-T Degree 1824-2112 113-121 (Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 69 www.RTC.edu Electrical Plant Maintenance Part-Time Program Option Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion (320 hours/29 credits) Course # Course Title Hours Credits This program is designed for plant and machine ELECS 115 Basic Electricity (Plant and Machine maintenance trainees. Students learn AC and DC theory, Maintenance – Electrical I)...... 80...... 8 related math, and various types of electrical equipment. ELECS 116 Plant and Machine Maintenance – Electrical II...... 80 ...... 8 Students learn troubleshooting skills to prepare them ELECS 117 Plant and Machine Maintenance – Electrical III...... 80...... 7 to diagnose and solve electrical problems in an ELECS 118 Plant and Machine Maintenance – Electrical IV...... 80...... 6 industrial setting. Total 320 29 Program Length 320 hours/29 credits Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years Admission Recommendations High school diploma or GED Enrollment Quarterly (See current Class Schedule for course availability.) Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 70 Renton Technical College Electronic Service Technician Part-Time Program Option Course Requirements » CertificateO f Completion (600 hours/45 credits) Course # Course Title Hours Credits The Electronic Service Technician courses are offered ESTS 110 Basic Electronics I...... 80...... 6 with two goals in mind. Students may sequence ESTS 111 Basic Electronics II...... 80...... 6 through a 600-hour program and receive a Certificate of ESTS 112 Basic Electronics III...... 80...... 6 Completion. Students who progress without interruption DFTS 114 AutoCAD® - Level I...... 40...... 3 may complete the program as quickly as one year (6 EASS 100 Electronic Manufacturing for Technicians...... 80...... 5 quarters nominal). Electives Alternatively, the courses are also available to persons Students choose three electives from appropriate 80-hour courses. Electives already employed in related fields who wish to upgrade can be chosen from supplemental listings of Electronic Service Technician their skills and knowledge in specific areas, and to anyone (ESTS), Computer Science (CSIS), Electronics Technology (EETS), or wishing to enhance their knowledge of electronics. Computer Network Technician (CNTS). Students are welcome to take any course when offered Some combination of classes might cause the total to be higher than 600 which they feel may be of benefit. hours or 45 credits. All courses emphasize hands on training oriented toward repair, maintenance, adjustment, and installation. Practical application is stressed wherever possible. Safety is stressed in all laboratory courses. Students seeking a Certificate of Completion must complete all core program requirements and take a minimum of three additional courses from the elective list for a total of 600 hours or 45 credits. Graduates of the Electronic Service Technician program may seek employment in electronics installation, service, maintenance, and repair. Program Length • 600 hours/45 credits • Monday-Thursday, 5:30pm–9:30pm Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years • Vocational interest and goals related to electronic service. Admission Recommendations It is recommended that students complete ESTS

110, ESTS 111, and ESTS 112 prior to taking other Programs Training Career courses unless they possess a strong background in basic electronics or have related industry experience. Enrollment Students may enter at the beginning of fall, winter, or spring quarter. See the current Class Schedule for classes being offered. Cooperative/Internship Work Experience None.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 71 www.RTC.edu Engineering Design Technology

Options » Certificate of Completion (1260 hours/71 credits) » Associate of Applied Science Degree (1512 hours/91 credits) This program is designed to provide entry-level skills for students seeking employment in the drafting profession Total Estimated Program Costs* as a mechanical or architectural drafter. Students receive substantial training in mechanical drafting and • Tuition: $4,347.00 industrial practices using both manual (board) and CAD • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 (Computer Aided Drafting) techniques. Application *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration of ANSI, ISO, and AIA standards is presented, with regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated emphasis on standards used in the aircraft and aerospace totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does industries. Advanced instruction in mechanical drafting, not include the required General Education classes. geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and flat pattern development is provided in the latter part of the program. Course Requirements Students become familiar with electronic schematics, Course # Course Title Hours Credits document control procedures, and pictorial drawing. DFT 101 Introduction to Drafting...... 84...... 4 Related instruction in mathematics, oral and written DFT 106 Mechanical Drafting...... 96...... 5 communications, human relations/business leadership DFT 113 Introduction to Computer Aided Design...... 96...... 5 and employment skills, and basic computer and word DFT 115 Structural Detailing...... 84...... 4 processing applications are also provided. Ample time is DFT 117 Architectural Computer Aided Drafting...... 96...... 5 devoted to hands-on instruction throughout the program. DFT 121 Introduction to Architectural Drafting ...... 84...... 5 DFT 124 Pictorial Drawing...... 36...... 2 To earn an Associate of Applied Science degree, the DFT 128 Civil Design...... 72...... 4 student must complete all requirements for the certificate DFT 131 Computer Familiarization...... 24...... 2 program plus 20 credits of General Education (see below). DFT 132 Document Control...... 24...... 2 Program Length DFT 154 Software Applications for Drafting...... 36...... 2 DFT 161 Technical Mathematics for Drafting I...... 36...... 2 • 4 quarters DFT 162 Technical Mathematics for Drafting II...... 36...... 2 • 1260 hours/71 credits DFT 163 Technical Mathematics for Drafting III...... 36...... 3 • Monday–Friday - 8:00am–2:30pm DFT 171 Oral Communications for Drafting...... 36...... 2 Admission Requirements DFT 173 Technical Writing for Drafting...... 36...... 3 DFT 183 Business Leadership for Drafting...... 24...... 2 • Minimum age: 18 years DFT 185 Job Readiness...... 36...... 2 • Must take COMPASS or ASSET test before entering DFT 201 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing...... 36...... 2 the program or being placed on the pre-registration DFT 202 Flat Pattern Development...... 36...... 2 list. DFT 206 Advanced Mechanical Drafting...... 48...... 3 Admission Recommendations DFT 213 Advanced CAD...... 48...... 3 DFT 294 Cooperative Education/Internship (optional)...... (150)...... (4) • High school diploma or GED DFT 295 Engineering Design Technical Summer Practicum...... 120...... 5 • Counselor and instructor interview Total 1260 71 Enrollment Students may enter at beginning of fall quarter, or with General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree: instructor permission. Course # Course Title Hours Credits Cooperative/Internship Work Experience CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 ENGL 100 Applied Composition or Students may participate in a cooperative/internship ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 education option allowing them to receive credit for on- MATH 102 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 the-job work experience appropriate to their training. PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 Through cooperative/internship work experience, students have the opportunity to apply learned skills and gain Total 252 20 actual on-the-job experience while completing their

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(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 72 Renton Technical College Freight Dispatching & Management Part-Time Program Options Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion Course # Course Title Hours Credits (360 hours/18 credits) FDM 101 Freight Consolidation and LTL Transportation...... 120...... 6 Freight Dispatching and Management is a three-quarter FDM 102 Destination Shipping Using CAD and GPS...... 120...... 6 certificate program for employment as a dispatcher/ FDM 103 Managing Office Operations...... 120...... 6 manager in the freight transportation industry. The Total 360 18 students learn to manage all aspects of a transportation office and oversee all employees’ activities from the rate clerks to the dock workers and truck drivers. A working knowledge of all the major modes of transportation and transportation management are covered. Knowledge of state and federal regulatory laws and tariffs is addressed. A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon successful completion of FDM 101, FDM 102 and FDM 103. Program Length • 3 quarters • 360 hours/18 credits • Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday- 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Enrollment Students may enter fall, winter or spring quarter. aer riig Programs Training Career

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 73 www.RTC.edu Industrial Engineering

Options Total Estimated Program Costs* » Certificate of Completion • Tuition $6,706.80 (1944 hours/127 credits) • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323. » Associate of Applied Science Degree *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration (2196 hours/147 credits) regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated This program is designed so students can enroll for totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does mornings, afternoons, or evenings to better fit their not include the required General Education classes. work schedule. Instruction areas include electrical; Course Requirements refrigeration; boiler operations; basic welding, brazing Course # Course Title Hours Credits and pipe sweating; programmable logic controls; and CBE 101 Fundamentals of Electricity and Lab...... 96...... 6 mechanical maintenance. Students learn to maintain, CBE 102 Advanced Electrical and Lab...... 96...... 5 troubleshoot and repair equipment for industrial CBE 103 National Electrical Code...... 48...... 4 environments such as bakeries, breweries, and candy CBE 104 Computer Fundamentals and Lab...... 96...... 6 companies. An emphasis is placed on practical experience CBE 105 Boiler Operators...... 96...... 8 and hands-on training whenever possible. This program is CBE 106 Boiler Lab...... 96...... 4 a recognized “School of Technology” by the City of Seattle CBE 107 Refrigeration and A/C Fundamentals...... 48...... 4 in their Steam Engineer and boiler Fireman License Law. CBE 108 Refrigeration Lab...... 48...... 2 This program offers several industry certifications as well CBE 111 Control Fundamentals...... 96...... 7 as an Industrial Engineering certificate or an Associate of CBE 112 Pneumatic Controls and Lab...... 96...... 6 Applied Science degree in Industrial Engineering. CBE 113 Preventive Maintenance and Lab...... 72...... 4 Program Length CBE 115 Refrigeration and A/C Systems...... 96...... 5 CBE 116 HVAC/Plumbing Distribution...... 48...... 4 • 8 quarters – Certificate of Completion CBE 117 Safety and Health...... 24...... 2 • 8 quarters – AAS Degree CBE 118 Critical Systems...... 48...... 3 • Monday–Thursday, 7:00am–11:00am; CBE 150 Hazardous Waste Management...... 48...... 3 12:00pm–4:00pm; 5:00pm–9:00pm CBE 160 Math Refresher...... 48...... 4 Admission Requirements CBE 170 Communications for the Stationary Engineer...... 48...... 4 CBE 180 Human Relations and Leadership Skills...... 48...... 4 • Minimum age: 18 years CBE 190 LEED Green Building ...... 48...... 4 • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before CBE 210 Programmable Logic Controls Lab...... 48...... 2 entering the program or being placed on the pre- CBE 211 Programmable Logic Controls and Fundamentals...... 84...... 7 registration list. CBE 212 Advanced Programmable Logic Controls and Lab...... 84...... 4 Admission Recommendations CBE 213 Motor Control Principles...... 48...... 4 CBE 214 Mechanical Prints and Lab...... 84...... 6 • Able to lift 50 lbs occasionally, climb ladders and CBE 215 Mechanical Maintenance and Lab...... 84...... 5 work in confined spaces. CBE 216 Welding Fundamentals and Lab...... 84...... 4 • Write, speak and understand English. CBE 217 Motor Control Lab...... 84...... 6 • Mechanically inclined with good eye/hand Total 1944 127 coordination. • Willing to work shift work, weekends and holidays. General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree • To be employed in this field, the student must be able to perform moderately physically demanding Course # Course Title Hours Credits tasks on a regular basis. CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 ENGL 100 Applied Composition -OR- Enrollment ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 Quarterly. MATH 102 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 Total 252 20 Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 74 Renton Technical College Kitchen Major Appliance Technology

Option Total Estimated Program Costs* » Certificate of Completion • Tuition: $4,347.00 (1260 hours/79 credits) • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323. » Associate of Applied Science Degree *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration (1512 hours/99 credits) regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated This program offers practical technical training in totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does the repair and troubleshooting of all major kitchen not include the required General Education classes. appliances. Instruction is designed to duplicate conditions and requirements experienced by a technician working Course Requirements in the field. Emphasis is on developing a thorough Course # Course Title Hours Credits understanding of electrical and mechanical theory INDS 101 First Aid/CPR & AED...... 16...... 2 through classroom experiences and practical application. MART 111 Industrial Direct Current (D-C)...... 144...... 9 Proficiency is developed by using test equipment to MART 112 Industrial Alternating Current (A-C)...... 108...... 7 improve diagnostic and repair techniques. Students MART 120 Industrial Solid State Electronics - Basics...... 36...... 2 are introduced to all aspects of the industry including MART 123 Diagnostic Techniques & Test Equipment...... 48...... 3 parts procurement, work order/parts development, and MART 125 Electric Motors...... 96...... 5 industrial communications. MART 136 Water Heaters...... 108...... 6 MART 141 Waste Disposers & Compactors...... 96...... 5 To earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, the MART 143 Dishwashers...... 180...... 11 student must complete all requirements for the certificate MART 160 Industrial Math for Electrical (D-C)...... 24...... 2 program plus 20 credits of General Education. The MART 162 Industrial Math for Electrical (A-C)...... 32...... 2 General Education requirements are listed below. Transfer MART 163 Industrial Math for Water Heaters...... 24...... 2 credit from other institutions will be considered upon MART 164 Industrial Math for Compactors...... 24...... 2 validation of transcript and course work. Students MART 172 Industrial Communications...... 36...... 3 holding a recent Certification of Completion from RTC MART 180 Human Relations/Leadership...... 36...... 3 should contact the Registrar for degree options. MART 222 Cooking Equipment...... 180...... 11 Program Length MART 224 Microwave Ovens...... 36...... 2 MART 291 Job Search Skills...... 36...... 2 • 4 quarters • 1260 hours/79 credits Total 1260 79 • Monday–Friday; 7:30am–2:00pm General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree Admission Requirements Course # Course Title Hours Credits • Minimum age: 18 years. ENGL 100 Applied Composition or • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 entering the program or being placed on the pre- MATH 101 Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry -OR- registration list. MATH 102 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 Admission Recommendations PSYC& 100 General Psychology ...... 60...... 5

CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 Programs Training Career • Good physical health. Total 252 20 • Mechanical aptitude. • Counselor and instructor interview. • Valid Washington State driver’s license. • Insurable to school requirements (good driving record). Enrollment Qualified students may enter the program at the beginning of fall or spring quarter.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 75 www.RTC.edu Land Surveying/Field Survey Technician Land Surveying/Land Survey Technician

Options Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion Course # Course Title Hours Credits (1260 hours/66-67 credits) SUR 101 Introduction to Field Surveying...... 72...... 6 This program prepares students for work as a field survey SUR 102 Intermediate Field Surveying...... 72...... 5 technician, starting with “chain person” and advancing to SUR 103 Construction Surveying...... 120...... 6 “instrument person” or “party chief”. Students learn field SUR 111 Field Surveying Lab I...... 192...... 8 survey techniques, calculation and office skills through SUR 112 Field Surveying Lab II...... 72...... 3 SUR 113 Field Survey Summer Practicum* or...... (180)...... (8) extensive hands-on training using a variety of up-to-date SUR 191 Field Survey Summer Cooperative Education*...... 180...... 5 instruments, including total stations with data collectors, SUR 114 Field Survey Spring Practicum* or...... 108...... 5 hand-held calculators and computers. Group projects in SUR 190 Field Survey Spring Cooperative Education*...... (108)...... (3) the classroom and in the field develop both experience SUR 145 Public Land System I...... 48...... 3 and leadership skills. Projects involve all aspects of work, SUR 161 Basic Mathematics for Field Surveying...... 72...... 5 from planning, measuring and taking field notes. SUR 162 Intermediate Mathematics for Field Surveying...... 72...... 5 Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered SUR 163 Advanced Mathematics for Field Surveying...... 60...... 4 upon validation of transcript and course work. SUR 164 Survey Calculations...... 72...... 4 Program Length SUR 174 Computer Applications ...... 36...... 2 SUR 175 Communications...... 60...... 3 • 4 quarters SUR 181 Human Relations...... 24...... 2 • 1260 hours/66-67 credits Total 1260 66-(67) • Monday–Friday - 8:00am–2:30pm Admission Requirements *Students may take either a spring practicum and a summer co-op, or a spring co-op and a • Minimum age: 18 years summer practicum. Both a practicum and a cooperative course must be completed. • Must take COMPASS or ASSET test before entering the program or being placed on the pre-registration list. Admission Recommendations • Counselor and instructor interview Enrollment Program entry is fall quarter or with instructor permission. Cooperative/Internship Work Experience Cooperative work experience is possible during the first spring & summer session subject to availability and upon recommendation of the instructor. Total Estimated Program Costs* • Tuition: $4,347.00 • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes. Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 76 Renton Technical College Land Surveying/Land Survey Technician

Options Total Estimated Program Costs* » Certificate of Completion • Tuition: $3,726.00 (1080 hours/66–68 credits) • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 » Associate of Applied Science Degree *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration (2520 hours/147–150 credits) regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated This three-quarter program is a follow-on to the Field totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does Survey Technician certificate program. This program not include the required General Education classes. emphasizes professional land surveying practices to Course Requirements enable graduates to continue their careers toward their Professional Land Surveyor licenses. Students train on the Course # Course Title Hours Credits industry’s most powerful software for survey reduction, MATH 104 Intermediate Algebra with Analytical Geometry...... 72...... 5 coordinate geometry and drafting. They also learn land SUR 205 Survey Adjustments...... 36...... 2 and field surveying practices, field and office techniques, SUR 214 Land Survey Spring Practicum or...... (108)...... (5) and the use of a variety of up-to-date instruments, SUR 290 Land Survey Spring Cooperative Education...... 108...... 3 including total stations with data collectors and GPS. SUR 235 Boundary Law...... 72...... 5 Group laboratory projects, provided throughout the SUR 242 Legal Descriptions...... 72...... 5 program, develop leadership skills and awareness. SUR 245 Public Land System II...... 72...... 6 SUR 247 Photogrammetry...... 24...... 2 To earn an Associate of Applied science Degree, SUR 248 Introduction to Geographic Information...... 12...... 1 the student must complete all requirements for the SUR 249 Survey Research and and Project Planning...... 60...... 3 Land Survey Technician certificate program plus all SUR 250 CAD for Surveying...... 36...... 2 requirements for the Field Survey Technician certificate SUR 251 Advanced Computer Applications...... 120...... 7 program and 15 credits of General Education. The SUR 255 Global Positioning System...... 48...... 3 General Education requirements are listed below. SUR 256 Subdivision Design...... 72...... 4 Transfer credit from other institutions is considered upon SUR 257 Geodetic Surveying...... 72...... 4 validation of transcript and course work. SUR 261 Basic Mathematics for Land Surveying...... 96...... 5 This program articulates to Oregon Institute of SUR 263 Special Topics in Mathematics...... 60...... 5 Technology Bachelor of Science in Land Surveying SUR 270 Technical Writing for Land Surveying...... 24...... 2 Program. SUR 281 Business Fundamentals and Ethics...... 24...... 2 Total 1080 66-(68) Program Length • 3 quarters Additional Requirements for AAS Degree • 1080 hours/66–68 credits Course # Course Title Hours Credits • Monday–Friday SUR 500 Field Survey Technician...... 1260...... 66-67 • 8:00am–2:30pm General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree Admission Requirements Course # Course Title Hours Credits • Minimum Age: 18 Years CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 aer riig Programs Training Career • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 entering the program or being placed on the pre- PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 registration list. Total 180 15 • Completion of Field Survey Technician certificate program. Total hours and credits for Land Surveying AAS Degree:...... 2520.....147-150 Admission Recommendations • Counselor and instructor interview. Enrollment • Program entry is fall quarter or instructor permission.. Cooperative/Internship Work Experience Cooperative work experience is possible during the first spring session subject to availability and upon recommendation of the instructor.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 77 www.RTC.edu Language Interpreter

Option Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion Course # Course Title Hours Credits (1032-1080 hours/69-73 credits) INTP 101 Introduction to Language Interpreting...... 60...... 5 Foreign language interpreters are in demand by public INTP 105 Ethics...... 36...... 3 agencies and private corporations that seek to provide INTP 120 Technical Skills...... 48...... 2 services and employment to people from refugee and INTP 150 Career Management...... 36...... 3 immigrant communities. This program trains students INTP 155 Business Practice...... 36...... 3 for entry level positions as interpreters. Students must INTP 197 Practicum...... 108...... 3 have native fluency in a non-English language and INTP 198 Seminar...... 48...... 2 good verbal and written English skills. Students learn INTP 205 Vocabulary Integration...... 36...... 3 sequential, simultaneous and sight interpretation as well INTP 211 Interpreting Skills I...... 84...... 5 as workplace expectations. Since many interpreters are INTP 212 Interpreting Skills II...... 84...... 5 independent contractors, students also the skills necessary INTP 213 Interpreting Skills III...... 84...... 5 to act in this capacity. INTP 245 Specialized Vocabulary...... 12-60...... 1-5 CMST& 098 Speech and Communications for Program Length Second Language Students...... 60...... 5 • 3 quarters CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 • 1032-1080 hours/69-73 credits ENGL 090 Writing Improvement II...... 48...... 4 ENGL 100 Applied Composition...... 60...... 5 Admission Requirements MATH 101 Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry...... 72...... 4 • Minimum age: 18 years or Running Start PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 • High School diploma, GED, or Running Start Totals 1032-1080 69-73 • Counselor and instructor interview • Must take the COMPASS test before entering the program or being placed on the pre-registration list. Enrollment Students may enter at the beginning of fall, winter, or spring quarter. Total Estimated Program Costs* • Tuition: $3,726.00 • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes. Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 78 Renton Technical College Language Interpreter Laundry Major Appliance Technology

Option Total Estimated Program Costs* » Certificate of Completion • Tuition: $4,222.80 (1224 hours/77 credits) • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 » Associate of Applied Science Degree *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration (1476 hours/97 credits) regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated This program offers practical technical training in the totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does repair and troubleshooting of all domestic and light not include the required General Education classes. commercial laundry appliances. Instruction is designed Course Requirements to duplicate conditions and requirements experienced by a technician working in the field. Emphasis is on Course # Course Title Hours Credits developing a thorough understanding of electrical INDS 101 First Aid/CPR & AED...... 16...... 2 and mechanical theory through classroom experiences MART 111 Industrial Direct Current (D-C)...... 144...... 9 and practical application. Proficiency is developed by MART 112 Industrial Alternating Current (A-C)...... 108...... 7 using test equipment to improve diagnostic and repair MART 120 Industrial Solid State Electronics - Basics...... 36...... 2 techniques. Students are introduced to all aspects of the MART 123 Diagnostic Techniques & Test Equipment...... 48...... 3 industry including parts procurement, work order/parts MART 125 Electric Motors...... 96...... 5 development, and industrial communications. MART 160 Industrial Math for Electrical (D-C)...... 24...... 2 MART 162 Industrial Math for Electrical (A-C)...... 32...... 2 To earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, the MART 172 Industrial Communications...... 36...... 3 student must complete all requirements for the certificate MART 180 Human Relations/Leadership...... 36...... 3 program plus 20 credits of General Education. The MART 181 Industrial Business Procedures...... 24...... 2 General Education requirements are listed below. Transfer MART 203 Laundry Theory...... 36...... 3 credit from other institutions will be considered upon MART 204 Automatic Washers...... 324...... 18 validation of transcript and course work. Students MART 206 Gas Control Systems...... 60...... 5 holding a recent Certification of Completion from RTC MART 217 Clothes Dryers...... 84...... 4 should contact the Registrar for degree options. MART 218 Stack Laundry Equipment...... 48...... 3 Program Length MART 220 Combination Washer & Dryer...... 36...... 2 MART 291 Job Search Skills...... 36...... 2 • 4 quarters Totals 1224 77 • 1224 hours/77 credits • Monday–Friday; 7:30am–2:00pm Course Requirements Admission Requirements Course # Course Title Hours Credits • Minimum age: 18 years. ENGL 100 Applied Composition or • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 entering the program or being placed on the MATH 101 Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry or registration list. MATH 102 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 Admission Recommendations PSYC& 100 General Psychology ...... 60...... 5 CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 • Good physical health. Programs Training Career Totals 252 20 • Mechanical aptitude. • Counselor and instructor interview. • Valid Washington State driver’s license. • Insurable to school requirements (good driving record). Enrollment Qualified students may enter the program at the beginning of fall or spring quarter.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 79 www.RTC.edu Legal Office Assistant Part-Time Program Option Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion Course # Course Title Hours Credits (360 hours/36 credits) LGLS 101 Business Law Practices and Procedures ...... 50...... 5 This part-time program allows students with computer LGLS 105 Office Procedures in the Legal Office...... 50...... 5 and office experience prepare for careers as legal support LGLS 110 Basic Legal Transcription ...... 20...... 2 professionals. Students acquire the necessary terminology LGLS 115 Litigation and Criminal Law Practices and Procedures ...... 50...... 5 and knowledge of legal procedures to provide clerical LGLS 120 Communications in the Legal Office...... 50...... 5 LGLS 125 Ethics and Professionalism in the Legal Office...... 20...... 2 and administrative assistance to attorneys and paralegals. LGLS 130 Legal Document Processing ...... 50...... 5 Upon completion students may go to work in law offices, LGLS 136 Family Law and Estate Planning Practices...... 50...... 5 government agencies, or in corporate legal departments. LGLS 140 Basic Legal Research ...... 20...... 2 Program Length Total 360 36 360 hours/36 credits Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years • Must take COMPASS test (minimum math score of 30) before entering the program or being placed on the pre-registration list. • Students must have the Basic Computer Applications Certificate or test out. Admission Recommendations • Counselor and instructor interview. • High school diploma or GED. Enrollment Students may enter at the beginning of fall, winter, spring, or summer quarter. Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 80 Renton Technical College Legal Office Assistant Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant Part-Time Program Options » Certificate of Completion (1260 hours/76 credits) » Associate of Applied Science Degree (1512 hours/92 credits) This program prepares students to work in law firms, law- Course Requirements related offices, and in the courts as legal secretaries, legal Course # Course Title Hours Credits receptionists, clerks, litigation practice assistants, and legal LGL 107 Legal Resources and Citations...... 60...... 4 word processors. LGL 108 Law Office Procedures. I...... 60...... 4 To earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, the LGL 109 Law Office Procedures .II...... 60...... 4 student must complete an additional 20 credits of general LGL 110 Family Law and Estate Planning Procedures...... 72...... 5 education courses. Transfer credit from other institutions LGL 112 Litigation Procedures...... 72...... 5 is considered upon validation of transcript and course LGL 113 Business Law Procedures...... 72...... 5 work. LGL 136 Legal Internet Applications...... 36...... 3 LGL 137 Word Processing...... 96...... 5 Program Length LGL 139 Spreadsheets...... 96...... 5 • 4 quarters LGL 140 Database Applications...... 96...... 5 • 1260 hours/76 credits LGL 142 Presentation Software...... 96...... 5 LGL 150 Legal Keyboarding...... 24...... 1 • Monday–Friday, 8:00am–2:30pm LGL 162 Business Math...... 36...... 3 Admission Requirements LGL 176 Legal Transcription ...... 72...... 4 • Minimum age: 18 years LGL 192 Job Search...... 60...... 4 • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before LGL 194 Co-op. Work Exp./Internships (optional)...... (324)...... (9) entering the program or being placed on the pre- APP 105 Introduction to Keyboarding...... 24...... 1 registration list APP 106 Keyboarding Skillbuilding I...... 24...... 1 APP 107 Keyboarding Skillbuilding II...... 24...... 1 Admission Recommendations HUM 101 Human Relations...... 36...... 3 • High school diploma or GED ENGL 075 Business English...... 72...... 4 • Minimum typing speed of 30 wpm ENGL 085 Business Communication...... 72...... 4 • Students entering without keyboarding skills may Total 1260 76 take longer to complete. Enrollment General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree Students may enter at the beginning of fall, winter, or Course # Course Title Hours Credits spring quarter. ENGL 100 Applied Composition -OR- ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 Cooperative/Internship Work Experience MATH 101 Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 A cooperative work experience or internship option PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 may be available to qualified, approved students. This CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 aer riig Programs Training Career allows you to apply learned skills, gain actual on-the- Total 252 20 job experience, and receive credit for work experience appropriate to your training while completing your program of study. Total Estimated Program Costs* • Tuition: $4,347.00 • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 81 www.RTC.edu Licensed Practical Nurse

Option Accredited by the » Certificate of Completion Washington State Nursing (1188 hours/75 credits) Commission This program prepares students for professional (vaccination list is provided at time of registration). licensure and employment as Licensed Practical • Health insurance, both injury and sickness, is required for Nurses. The program is approved by the Washington participation in the clinical portion of the program. State Commission of Nursing. The program course of • Current (within one year) evaluation by a physician or nurse study includes courses in medical, surgical, geriatric, practitioner to ensure student and patient safety. The evaluation obstetric, and pediatric nursing, pharmacology and should address the following areas in respect to the student’s ability medication administration, clinical nursing procedures, to perform the laboratory skills and clinical responsibilities related to communications, legal aspects of nursing, and becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse: professional development. Under the guidance of a – Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and to reach overhead. nursing instructor, students participate in clinical practice – Ability to stand or walk for long periods. in a variety of settings in acute, ambulatory, and long- term care. Upon successful completion of the program, Enrollment students are eligible to take the Licensing Examination for Students may enter program in fall or spring quarter. Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). Total Estimated Program Costs* A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon successful • Tuition $4,425.60 completion of core course requirements. • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 Program Length *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration • 4 quarters regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated • 1188 hours/75 credits totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does • Monday–Friday, 8:00am–2:30pm (Hours vary not include the required General Education classes. during clinical assignment including possible Course Requirements evening or weekend placement) Course # Course Title Hours Credits Admission Requirements NURS 101 Fundamentals of Nursing...... 120...... 8 • Minimum age: 18 years (at time of taking NURS 102 Nursing Care of the Adult I...... 120...... 8 licensing examination). NURS 103 Pharmacology I...... 36...... 3 • Must take COMPASS or ASSET test before NURS 104 Pharmacology II...... 36...... 3 entering the program or being placed on the pre- NURS 105 Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family I...... 36...... 3 registration list. NURS 106 Nursing Care of the Childbearing • High school diploma or GED (to be completed Family I Lab/Practicum...... 24...... 1 by time of taking licensing examination). NURS 107 Nursing Process...... 24...... 2 NURS 111 Mental Health Nursing...... 60...... 4 • Ability to read, write and converse in English. NURS 112 Community Health in a Multicultural Environment I...... 24...... 2 • Satisfactory completion of a 10-credit Anatomy NURS 113 Nursing Care of the Adult II...... 72...... 6 and Physiology course, or its equivalent, with a NURS 132 Pediatric Nursing...... 36...... 3 minimum 2.0 GPA within 10 years prior to entry. NURS 133 Pediatric Practicum...... 48...... 2 • Satisfactory completion of a 5-credit Math for NURS 161 Basic Pharmacology and Math Applications...... 36...... 3 Health Sciences course, or its equivalent, with a NURS 171 Interpersonal Communication...... 48...... 4 minimum 2.0 GPA within 5 years prior to entry. NURS 181 Legal Aspects of Nursing...... 36...... 3 • Satisfactory completion of a 3-credit Medical NURS 182 Human Relations...... 24...... 2 Terminology course with a minimum 2.0 GPA NURS 190 Fundamentals Practicum...... 48...... 2 within 5 years prior to entry. NURS 191 Nursing Care of the Adult I Lab/Practicum...... 120...... 5 • Satisfactory completion of a 5-credit Human NURS 192 Nursing Care of the Adult II Lab/Practicum...... 144...... 6 Nutrition course with a minimum 2.0 GPA NURS 193 Selected Services Preceptorship...... 72...... 3 within 5 years prior to entry. NURS 194 Nursing Leadership I...... 24...... 2 • Must have a current, valid and unencumbered Total 1188 75 license as a Certified Nursing Assistant for the State of Washington. • Ability to pass a nationwide criminal background

Career Training Programs check. • Students must meet vaccination and program specified health requirements in compliance with the Centers for Disease Control guidelines

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 82 Renton Technical College Major Appliance and Refrigeration Technology

Options Total Estimated Program Costs* » Certificate of Completion • Tuition: $8,694.00 (2520 hours/151 credits) • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 » Associate of Applied Science Degree *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration (2772 hours/171 credits) regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated This program offers practical technical training in the totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does repair and troubleshooting of all major appliances. not include the required General Education classes. Instruction is designed to duplicate conditions and Course Requirements requirements experienced by a technician working in the field. Emphasis is placed on developing a Course # Course Title Hours Credits thorough understanding of electrical, mechanical, and INDS 101 First Aid/CPR & AED...... 16...... 2 refrigeration theory through classroom experiences MART 111 Industrial Direct Current (D-C)...... 144...... 9 and practical application. Proficiency is developed by MART 112 Industrial Alternating Current (A-C)...... 108...... 7 using test equipment to improve diagnostic and repair MART 120 Industrial Solid State Electronics - Basics...... 36...... 2 techniques. Students are introduced to all aspects of the MART 123 Diagnostic Techniques & Test Equipment...... 48...... 3 industry including parts procurement, work order/parts MART 125 Electric Motors...... 96...... 5 development, and industrial communications. MART 136 Water Heaters...... 108...... 6 MART 141 Waste Disposers & Compactors...... 96...... 5 To earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, the MART 143 Dishwashers...... 180...... 11 student must complete all requirements for the certificate MART 160 Industrial Math for Electrical (D-C)...... 24...... 2 program plus 20 credits of General Education. The MART 162 Industrial Math for Electrical (A-C)...... 32...... 2 General Education requirements are listed below. Transfer MART 163 Industrial Math for Water Heaters...... 24...... 2 credit from other institutions will be considered upon MART 164 Industrial Math for Compactors...... 24...... 2 validation of transcript and course work. Students MART 172 Industrial Communications...... 36...... 3 holding a recent Certification of Completion from RTC MART 180 Human Relations/Leadership...... 36...... 3 should contact the Registrar for degree options. MART 181 Industrial Business Procedures...... 24...... 2 Program Length MART 203 Laundry Theory...... 36...... 3 MART 204 Automatic Washers...... 324...... 18 • 8 quarters MART 206 Gas Control Systems...... 60...... 5 • 2520 hours/151 credits MART 217 Clothes Dryers...... 84...... 4 • Monday–Friday; 7:30am–2:00pm MART 218 Stack Laundry Equipment...... 48...... 3 Admission Requirements MART 220 Combination Washer & Dryer...... 36...... 2 MART 222 Cooking Equipment...... 180...... 11 • Minimum age: 18 years. MART 224 Microwave Ovens...... 36...... 2 • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before MART 226 Principles of Thermodynamics...... 144...... 7 entering the program or being placed on the pre- MART 228 EPA Regulations and Refrigerant Recovery...... 36...... 3 registration list. MART 230 Brazing Principles and Techniques...... 36...... 2 Admission Recommendations MART 232 Refrigeration Evacuation and Charging...... 36...... 2

MART 234 Domestic Refrigeration Servicing...... 120...... 6 Programs Training Career • Good physical health. MART 236 Light Commercial Refrigeration Servicing...... 120...... 6 • Mechanical aptitude. MART 238 HVAC Systems and Controls...... 60...... 3 • Counselor and instructor interview. MART 243 Icemaker Equipment...... 48...... 3 • Valid Washington State driver’s license. MART 263 Industrial Math for Thermodynamics...... 48...... 3 • Insurable to school requirements MART 291 Job Search Skills...... 36...... 2 (good driving record). Total 2520 151 Enrollment Qualified students may enter the program at the General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree beginning of fall or spring quarter. Course # Course Title Hours Credits CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 ENGL 100 Applied Composition -OR- ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 MATH 101 Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry or MATH 102 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 PSYC& 100 General Psychology ...... 60...... 5 Total 252 20

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 83 www.RTC.edu Management of Child Care Programs Part-Time Program Option Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion (180 hours/15 credits) Course # Course Title Hrs Crs This interactive program has been developed for ECCS 201 Management of Child Care Programs – Working with Adults...... 60...... 5 individuals in the early childhood and school age ECCS 203 Management of Child Care Programs – profession, seeking to increase their administrative and Managing Quality Programs...... 60...... 5 management skills. Classes involve practical application ECCS 204 Management of Child Care Programs – of concepts to the child care setting through the use of Financial Management...... 60...... 5 case studies, simulations, team exercises, and coaching. Totals 180 15 Required projects can be applied directly to participant’s workplace. All basic skills needed by an effective manager in today’s child care field are covered. These courses meet the 10-hour yearly STARS requirement for administrators/directors/program directors. Students receive a “Management of Child Care Programs” Certificate at the end of the program. Program Length • 1 quarter • 180 hours/15 credits • Monday to Friday – individual child care setting • Tuesdays: 6:30pm–9:45pm Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years before submitting to the Council. • High school diploma or equivalent before submitting to the Council. • Access to or be working in a licensed facility with young children. Admission Recommendations Ability to speak English clearly. Enrollment See the current RTC Class Schedule for specific course information. Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 84 Renton Technical College Massage Therapy Practitioner

Options – Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and to reach overhead. » Certificate of Completion (1092 hours/71 credits) – Ability to stand or walk for long periods. » Associate of Applied Science Degree Admission Recommendations (1344 hours/91 credits) Medical Terminology » Associate of Applied Science -Transfer Degree (1332 hours/91 credits) Enrollment This program, approved by the Washington State Board of Students may enroll at beginning of fall or winter quarter Massage, prepares students to become professionally licensed Total Estimated Program Costs* to practice therapeutic massage for health maintenance, • Tuition: $3,767.40 assessment, and rehabilitation of body tissues and systems. Therapeutic massage is an integral part of sports medicine, • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 nursing care, physical, mental, and emotional well being. The *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration program offers specialized training in sports medicine, deep regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated tissue massage, hydrotherapy, foot reflexology, pregnancy totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes. and pediatric massage, entrepreneurial, and job search skills. Student clinic and internship experience are required. Course Requirements Successful completion of this program prepares the students Course # Course Title Hours Credits to take the Washington State Massage Licensing examination. MAST 101 Massage Techniques I...... 120...... 7 To earn an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Associate of MAST 102 Anatomy & Physiology I...... 48...... 3 Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T) degree, you must complete MAST 103 Kinesiology I...... 72...... 4 all requirements of the certificate program plus 20 credits of MAST 104 Pathology I...... 48...... 3 General Education. MAST 105 Acupressure and Traditional Asian Medicine...... 48...... 3 Students are required to join the American Massage Therapy MAST 111 Massage Techniques II...... 72...... 5 Association and the Washington State Chapter. The cost is in MAST 112 Anatomy and Physiology II...... 48...... 3 addition to tuition. The cost includes AMTA membership, MAST 113 Kinesiology II...... 60...... 4 Washington Chapter membership, and liability insurance. MAST 114 Pathology II...... 72...... 5 Copy of proof of membership will be required at time of MAST 116 Injury Evaluation and Treatment I...... 60...... 4 registration. MAST 121 Massage Techniques III...... 36...... 2 MAST 123 Kinesiology III...... 36...... 3 Program Length MAST 124 Pathology III...... 12...... 1 • 3 quarters MAST 126 Injury Evaluation and Treatment II...... 48...... 4 • 1092 hours/70 credits MAST 127 First Aid/CPR and Safety...... 24...... 2 • Monday–Friday, 8:00am–2:30pm MAST 161 Mathematics...... 12...... 1 (Fall Enrollment) MAST 171 Communication I...... 24...... 2 • Monday–Friday, 3:00pm - 9:30pm MAST 172 Communication II...... 24...... 2 (Winter Enrollment) MAST 173 Business Skills I...... 12...... 1 MAST 174 Business Skills II...... 24...... 2 Admission Requirements MAST 181 Human Relations and Professionalism I...... 24...... 2 aer riig Programs Training Career • Minimum age: 18 years at time of licensure exam MAST 182 Human Relations and Professionalism II...... 24...... 2 • Must take COMPASS or ASSET test before entering MAST 190 Clinical/Internships...... 144...... 6 the program or being placed on the pre-registration Total 1092 71 list. • Ability to pass a nationwide criminal background General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree check. Course # Course Title Hours Credits • Proof of AMTA/Washington State Chapter CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 membership. ENGL 100 Applied Composition -OR- • Students must meet vaccination and program ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 specified health requirements in compliance with the MATH 101 Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 Centers for Disease Control guidelines (vaccination PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 list is provided at time of registration). Total 252 20 • Health insurance, both injury and sickness, is required for participation in the clinical portion of General Education Course Requirements for AAS-T Degree the program. Course # Course Title Hours Credits • Current (within one year) evaluation by a physician CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 or nurse practitioner to ensure student and patient safety. The evaluation should address the following ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 areas in respect to the student’s ability to perform MATH 110 College Algebra...... 60...... 5 the laboratory skills and externship responsibilities PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 related to becoming a Massage Therapy Practitioner: Total 240 20 (Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 85 www.RTC.edu Medical Assistant

Options Admission Recommendations » Certificate of Completion Able to read, write and converse in English (1260 hours/85 credits) Enrollment » Associate of Applied Science Degree Students may enter at the beginning of fall or winter quarter. (1512 hours/105credits) » Associate of Applied Science-Transfer Degree Total Estimated Program Costs* (1500 hours/105 credits) • $4,347.00 This program is accredited by the Commission on • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration upon the recommendation of the Curriculum Review regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated Board of the American Association of Medical Assistants totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does Endowment (CRB-AAMAE), CAAHEP, 1361 Park not include the required General Education classes. Street, Clearwater, FL 33756, (727) 210-2350. The program prepares students to become multi-skilled Course Requirements professionals to perform a variety of patient-related tasks Course # Course Title Hours Credits in physician offices and other health care settings. The MEDA 101 First Aid/CPR and Safety...... 24...... 2 curriculum is designed to meet the requirements for MEDA 103 Anatomy and Physiology I...... 120...... 10 Categories A, C & E Health Care Assistant as described MEDA 104 Anatomy and Physiology II...... 48...... 4 in WAC 246-826-170. Students learn to set up clients for MEDA 111 Pharmacology I...... 48...... 4 examination, draw blood for basic lab studies, administer MEDA 112 Pharmacology II...... 96...... 6 some medications, do EKG’s, assist with minor surgical procedures and perform front office skills related to MEDA 114 Medical Terminology...... 48...... 4 medical records and billing. A clinical externship is MEDA 120 Front Office Procedures. I...... 48...... 4 included. MEDA 121 Front Office Procedures .II...... 48...... 4 A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon successful MEDA 122 Front Office Procedures III...... 48...... 3 completion of core course requirements. To earn an MEDA 123 Front Office Procedures .IV ...... 36...... 2 Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Associate of MEDA 126 Clinical Procedures I...... 96...... 6 Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T) degree, you must MEDA 127 Clinical Procedures II...... 96...... 6 complete the certificate program and meet the general MEDA 128 Clinical Procedures III...... 120...... 7 education course requirements. MEDA 130 Communications...... 36...... 3 MEDA 132 Professional Development...... 24...... 2 Program Length MEDA 150 Medical Law and Ethics...... 36...... 3 • 4 quarters MEDA 160 Math for Medical Assistants...... 36...... 3 • 1260 hours/82 credits MEDA 180 Human Relations...... 36 ...... 3 • Monday–Friday, 8:00am–2:30pm MEDA 191 Externship I...... 96...... 4 MEDA 192 Externship II...... 120...... 5 Admission Requirements Total 1260 85 • Minimum age: 18 years • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree entering the program or being placed on the pre- Course # Course Title Hours Credits registration list. CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 • High school diploma or GED. ENGL 100 Applied Composition -OR- • Ability to pass a nationwide criminal background ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 check. MATH 101 Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 • Students must meet vaccination and program PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 specified health requirements in compliance with the Centers for Disease Control guidelines (vaccination Total 252 20 list is provided at time of registration). General Education Course Requirements for AAS-T Degree • Health insurance, both injury and sickness, is required for participation in the clinical externship Course # Course Title Hours Credits portion of the program. CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 • Current (within one year) evaluation by a physician ENGL 100 Applied Composition -OR- or nurse practitioner to ensure student and patient ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 safety. The evaluation should address the following MATH 101 Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 areas in respect to the student’s ability to perform the PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5

Career Training Programs laboratory skills and clinical responsibilities related Total 240 20 to becoming a Medical Assistant: – Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and to reach overhead. – Ability to stand or walk for long periods. (Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 86 Renton Technical College Medical Assistant continued aer riig Programs Training Career

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 87 www.RTC.edu Medical Coding Specialist—Physician Based

Options and have basic Internet skills. » Certificate of Completion (1980 hours/104 credits) Enrollment » Associate of Applied Science Degree Students may enter at the beginning of fall or spring quarters. (2172 hours/119 credits) Cooperative/Internship Work Experience Develop skills and knowledge to transform descriptions of diseases, injuries, conditions, and procedures into A cooperative work experience option may be available to qualified, approved numerical designations in clinics, insurance companies, students allowing them to receive credit for work experience appropriate and other medical settings. Work with doctors, managers, to their training. Through cooperative work experience students have the and other healthcare professionals to translate written opportunity to apply learned skills and gain actual on-the-job experience terminology or descriptions into a universal, common while completing their course of study. language. Learn medical terminology, word processing, Total Estimated Program Costs* spreadsheet applications, and MediSoft computerized • Tuition: $6,831.00 patient accounting while using ICD-9 CM, CPT and HCPCS level II guidelines to complete the CMS- • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 1500 claim form using patient data abstracted from the *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration encounter form and medical record. This high-demand regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated occupation provides many opportunities for peoples who totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does like attention to detail and take pride in their work. not include the required General Education classes. A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon successful Course Requirements completion of core course requirements. Course # Course Title Hours Credits To earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, you must BIOL 100 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology...... 72...... 5 MAP 101 Introduction to Medical Terms...... 96...... 5 complete all requirements for the certificate program plus MAP 102 Medical Terminology II...... 60...... 4 20 credits of General Education. The General Education MAP 103 Pharmacology...... 60...... 3 requirements are listed below. MAP 104 Body Systems and Diseases...... 60...... 4 Transfer credit from other institutions is considered upon MAP 120 Customer Service in a Medical Setting...... 36...... 2 validation of transcript and course work. MAP 121 HIPPA...... 48...... 3 MAP 123 Medical Office Procedures...... 48...... 3 Program Length MAP 140 Healthcare Delivery Systems...... 36...... 2 • 6 quarters MAP 141 Reimbursement Methodologies...... 36...... 3 • 1980 hours/104 credits MAP 142 Healthcare Data Content and Structure...... 60...... 3 MAP 150 Introduction to CPT...... 72...... 4 • Monday–Friday; 8:00am–2:30pm MAP 151 Intermediate CPT...... 96...... 4 Admission Requirements MAP 160 Introduction to ICD-9...... 84...... 4 • Minimum age: 18 years MAP 161 Intermediate ICD-9...... 96...... 4 MAP 171 Medical Office Administration...... 84...... 4 • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before MAP 172 Introduction to Word...... 84...... 4 entering the program or being placed on the pre- MAP 173 Introduction to Excel...... 84...... 4 registration list. MAP 180 Calculator Math...... 48...... 3 Admission Recommendations MAP 190 Job Search...... 36...... 2 MAP 220 Legal Aspects...... 48...... 3 • Language Skills: Students must provide evidence MAP 240 Computer Applications in Healthcare (EHR)...... 48...... 3 of their ability to compose basic business letters, MAP 251 Medisoft/Encoder...... 72...... 4 memos and reports, or have completed an ENG MAP 260 Advanced Coding...... 96...... 5 100 or above course with a minimum 2.0 GPA. MAP 272 Advanced Word...... 72...... 4 Students may take an assessment to determine MAP 291 Clinical Practicum...... 180...... 5 readiness for ENG 100 or 101 courses. (Students APP 105 Introduction to Keyboarding...... 24...... 1 entering without basic skills in English, grammar APP 106 Keyboarding Skillbuilding I...... 24...... 1 and mechanics may take longer to complete.) APP 107 Keyboarding Skillbuilding II...... 24...... 1 • Computer Applications: Students must be computer ENGL 100 Applied Composition -OR- literate at least at the basic level. Students must ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 provide evidence of their ability to work in a PC HUM 101 Human Relations...... 36...... 3 Windows environment, do word processing with MS Total 1980 105 Word, send and receive e-mails with attachments, and have basic Internet skills. General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree:

Career Training Programs • Keyboarding Skills: Students must be computer Course # Course Title Hours Credits literate at least at the basic level. Students must CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 provide evidence of their ability to work in a PC MATH 101 Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 Windows environment, do word processing with MS PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 Word, send and receive e-mails with attachments, Total 192 15 (Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 88 Renton Technical College Medical Laboratory Technician, Certified

Option Course Requirements » Associate of Applied Science-Transfer Degree Course # Course Title Hours Credits (2340 hours/158 credits) BIOL 100 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology...... 72...... 5 This program prepares students as a Certified Medical BIOL& 160 General Biology...... 72...... 5 Laboratory Technician. Graduates provide clinical BIOL& 260 Microbiology...... 72...... 5 information for disease prevention, medical diagnosis, CHEM& 140 General Chemistry...... 72...... 5 and treatment of patients by processing specimens and CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 performing laboratory tests by manual and automated HLTH 105 Medical Terminology...... 36...... 3 systems. Graduates may work in hospital labs, MATH 085 Beginning Algebra...... 60...... 5 private clinical labs, industrial labs, research facilities, MATH 095 Intermediate Algebra...... 60...... 5 environmental labs, veterinary laboratories, or public MATH 110 College Algebra...... 60...... 5 health. Clinical rotations and specialty areas are subject MLT 101 Clinical Laboratory Procedures I...... 36...... 3 to change. MLT 102 Fundamentals Of MLT...... 60...... 5 Program Length MLT 103 Laboratory Safety, CPR, HIV...... 24...... 2 • 7 quarters MLT 104 Coagulation...... 24...... 2 MLT 105 Coagulation Lab...... 24...... 1 • 2340 hours/158 credits MLT 106 Law and Ethics...... 36...... 3 • Monday–Friday - 8:00am–2:30pm MLT 107 Blood Bank Foundations...... 48...... 4 Admission Requirements MLT 108 Blood Bank Lab...... 24...... 1 MLT 109 Multicultural Applications...... 36...... 3 • Minimum age: 18 years MLT 110 Clinical Fundamental Chemistry...... 60...... 5 • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before MLT 111 Urinalysis...... 72...... 6 entering the program or being placed on the pre- MLT 112 Urinalysis Lab...... 48...... 2 registration list. MLT 113 Parasitology...... 48...... 4 • High school diploma or GED MLT 114 Parasitology Lab...... 72...... 3 • Ability to pass a nationwide criminal background MLT 115 Hematology...... 72...... 6 check. MLT 116 Hematology Lab...... 72...... 3 • Phlebotomy certification. MLT 117 Advanced Chemistry for MLT...... 72...... 6 • HLTH 101 Allied Health for Success course or its MLT 118 Microbiology for MLT...... 72...... 6 equivalent with a minimum 2.0 GPA within five MLT 119 Microbiology Lab...... 72...... 3 years prior to entry. MLT 120 Immunhemotology...... 72...... 6 MLT 121 Immunhemotology Lab...... 48...... 2 • Math for Health Sciences course or its equivalent MLT 170 Communications...... 36...... 3 with a minimum 2.0 GPA within five years prior to MLT 180 Human Relations I...... 24...... 2 entry. MLT 181 Professional Development...... 36...... 3 • Students must meet vaccination and program MLT 183 Human Relations II...... 36...... 3 specified health requirements in compliance with the MLT 190 Clinical I...... 120...... 5 Centers for Disease Control guidelines (vaccination MLT 191 Clinical II...... 120...... 5 list is provided at time of registration). MLT 192 Clinical III...... 120...... 5 Programs Training Career • Health insurance, both injury and sickness, is MLT 194 Preceptorship Clinical...... 72...... 3 required for participation in the clinical portion of PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 the program. Total 2340 158 • Current (within one year) evaluation by a physician or nurse practitioner to ensure student and patient safety. Enrollment Students may enter fall quarter. Total Estimated Program Costs* • Tuition $8,073.00 • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes. (Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 89 www.RTC.edu Medical Office Certificate Part-Time Program Option Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion (242 hours/19 credits) Course # Course Title Hours Credits In this program, students are able to transfer general office BIOL 100 Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology...... 72...... 5 skills to the medical office. This group of classes prepares MAPS 103 Medical Terminology...... 60...... 5 students to move into a challenging, exciting career with MAPS 108 Medical Billing and Coding...... 60...... 5 the satisfaction of helping others every day. This program MAPS 109 Intermediate Medical Billing and Coding...... 50...... 4 emphasizes anatomy, terminology, and medical coding Total 242 19 systems to provide students with the skills needed to work in the healthcare industry today. Program Length • 2 quarters • 242 hours/19 credits Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years • Students must have the Basic Computer Applications Certificate or test out. Admission Recommendations • High school diploma or GED. • Some previous general office experience. Enrollment Enrollment occurs quarterly. See the current RTC Class Schedule for specific course information. Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 90 Renton Technical College Medical Receptionist

Option Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion (720 hours/39 credits) MAP 101 Introduction to Medical Terms...... 96...... 5 MAP 120 Customer Service in a Medical Setting...... 36...... 2 First impressions are important, and as the medical MAP 121 HIPPA...... 48...... 3 receptionist you provide the first positive response to MAP 122 Medical Reception Lab...... 60...... 3 patient needs. You train on computers and learn anatomy MAP 123 Medical Office Procedures...... 48...... 3 and terminology, oral and written communication, MAP 171 Medical Office Administration...... 84...... 4 telephone techniques, and how to triage, schedule MAP 172 Introduction to Word...... 84...... 4 appointments, and access patient records as you prepare MAP 180 Calculator Math...... 48...... 3 yourself to become a valued member of the medical office MAP 190 Job Search...... 36...... 2 team. APP 105 Introduction to Keyboarding...... 24...... 1 A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon successful APP 106 Keyboarding Skillbuilding I...... 24...... 1 completion of core course requirements. APP 107 Keyboarding Skillbuilding II...... 24...... 1 Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered HUM 101 Human Relations...... 36...... 3 upon validation of transcript and course work. ENGL 085 Business Communication...... 72...... 4 Program Length Total 720 39 • 2 quarters • 720 hours/39 credits • Monday–Friday, 8:00am–2:30pm Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before entering the program or being placed on the pre- registration list. Admission Recommendations • Language Skills: Students entering without basic skills in English, grammar and mechanics may take longer to complete. • Computer Applications: Students must be computer literate at least at the basic level. Students must provide evidence of their ability to work in a PC Windows environment, do word processing with MS Word, send and receive e-mails with attachments, and have basic Internet skills. • Keyboarding skills: Students must have keyboarding

skills at a minimum of 20 words per minute. Programs Training Career • Keyboarding skills: Students must have keyboarding skills at a minimum of 20 words per minute. (Students entering without keyboarding skills may take longer to complete.) Enrollment Students may enter at the beginning of fall or winter quarter. Total Estimated Program Costs* • Tuition: $2,484.00 • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 91 www.RTC.edu Medical Reimbursement Specialist

Option Total Estimated Program Costs* » Certificate of Completion (1260 hours/71 credits) • Tuition: $4,347.00 Develop skills and knowledge to work side-by-side with • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 doctors and other healthcare professionals in clinics, *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration insurance companies, hospitals, and other medical regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated settings. Learn to provide the administrative support totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does needed to schedule patients, compose, and produce not include the required General Education classes. documents, transcribe medical reports, and manage medical and financial records. Jobs in this growing field Course Requirements offer variety, challenge, and the rewards of helping others. Course # Course Title Hours Credits A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon successful MAP 101 Introduction to Medical Terms...... 96...... 5 completion of core course requirements. MAP 102 Medical Terminology II...... 60...... 4 MAP 102 Body Systems and Diseases...... 60...... 4 Program Length MAP 120 Customer Service in a Medical Setting...... 36...... 2 • 4 quarters MAP 121 HIPPA...... 48...... 3 • 1260 hours/71 credits MAP 123 Medical Office Procedures...... 48...... 3 MAP 140 Healthcare Delivery Systems...... 36...... 2 • Monday–Friday; 8:00am–2:30pm MAP 141 Reimbursement Methodologies...... 36...... 3 Admission Requirements MAP 150 Introduction to CPT...... 72...... 4 • Minimum age: 18 years MAP 160 Introduction to ICD-9...... 84...... 4 MAP 171 Medical Office Administration...... 84...... 4 • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before MAP 172 Introduction to Word...... 84...... 4 entering the program or being placed on the pre- MAP 173 Introduction to Excel...... 84...... 4 registration list. MAP 180 Calculator Math...... 48...... 3 Admission Recommendations MAP 190 Job Search...... 36...... 2 • Language Skills: Students entering without basic MAP 220 Legal Aspects...... 48...... 3 skills in English, grammar and mechanics may take MAP 240 Computer Applications in Healthcare...... 48...... 3 longer to complete. MAP 251 Medisoft/Encoder...... 72...... 4 • Computer Applications: Students must be computer MAP 290 Cooperative Work Experience (Optional)...... (180)...... (5) literate at least at the basic level. Students must APP 105 Introduction to Keyboarding...... 24...... 1 provide evidence of their ability to work in a PC APP 106 Keyboarding Skillbuilding I...... 24...... 1 Windows environment, do word processing with MS APP 107 Keyboarding Skillbuilding II...... 24...... 1 Word, send and receive e-mails with attachments, HUM 101 Human Relations...... 36...... 3 and have basic Internet skills. ENGL 085 Business Communication...... 72...... 4 • Keyboarding skills: Students must have keyboarding Total 1260 71 skills at a minimum of 20 words per minute. (Students entering without keyboarding skills may take longer to complete.) Enrollment Students may enter at the beginning of fall or spring quarters. Cooperative/Internship Work Experience A cooperative work experience option may be available to qualified, approved students allowing them to receive credit for work experience appropriate to their training. Through cooperative work experience students have the opportunity to apply learned skills and gain actual on-the- job experience while completing their course of study. Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 92 Renton Technical College Nursing Assistant Part-Time Program Option • Current (within one year) evaluation by a physician or nurse » Certificate of Completion (228 hours/14 credits) practitioner to ensure student and patient safety. The evaluation should address the following areas in respect to the student’s ability to perform This program meets both Washington State and the laboratory skills and clinical responsibilities related to becoming a Federal curriculum requirements for Nursing Assistant Nursing Assistant: Certification. Once certified, graduates are eligible for – Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and to reach overhead. employment in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, retirement/assisted living facilities, adult family homes, – Ability to stand or walk for long periods. and in-home health care. Admission Recommendations Students gain knowledge and learn skills caring for • High school diploma or GED patients of various age groups during acute and chronic • Running Start students may complete their high school diploma along stages of diseases, surgery, and rehabilitation, as well as with Nursing Assistant how to maintain health during the normal aging process. • Ability to read, write and converse in English Included in the curriculum are patients’ rights, basic bedside nursing skills, patient/personal safety, HIPAA, Enrollment and HIV/AIDS education. Skills are practiced in the Students may enter in fall, winter, spring, or summer quarter. program laboratory. Clinical experience occurs in acute hospitals and/or skilled nursing facilities. Students must Total Estimated Program Costs* pass all coursework with a “C” average or better and • Tuition:$786.60 a satisfactory completion of clinical and lab for their • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 certificate. This program is the first phase of the career *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration ladder option for students to become Licensed Practical or regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated Registered Nurses. totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does Program Length not include the required General Education classes. • 1 quarter Course Requirements • 10 weeks/daytime class; 14 weeks/evening class Course # Course Title Hours Credits • 228 hours/14 credits HLTH 100 Tools for Success...... 36...... 3 • 8:00 am - 2:30 pm (classroom hours for daytime NA 101 Fundamentals of Nursing Assistant...... 36...... 3 class) NA 103 Basic Technical Skills...... 24...... 1 • 5:00 pm – 9:00pm (classroom hours for evening NA 105 Principles of A&P, Restorative Care, & Related Procedures..36...... 3 class) NA 131 Nursing Assistant Practicum...... 96...... 4 • Clinical practice in local hospitals and/or long-term Total 228 14 care facilities (Hours vary during clinical assignment including possible evening or weekend placement; please note some clinical sites start as early as 5:45am) Admission Requirements aer riig Programs Training Career • Minimum age: 16 years • Must take COMPASS or ASSET test before entering the program or being placed on the pre-registration list. • Ability to pass a nationwide criminal background check. • Students must meet vaccination and program specified health requirements in compliance with the Centers for Disease Control guidelines (vaccination list is provided at time of registration). • Health insurance, both injury and sickness, is required for participation in the clinical portion of the program.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 93 www.RTC.edu Office Assistant/Receptionist Part-Time Program Option Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion (324 hours/19 credits) Course # Course Title Hours Credits Students prepare for entry-level careers in the office ASST 095 Clerical Skills Review...... 48...... 3 occupations. In addition to keyboarding and hands- ASST 110 Introduction to Business Writing...... 36...... 3 on training on computers using Microsoft Office ASST 120 Keyboarding/Data Entry...... 60...... 3 applications, students study business math, business ASST 144 Introduction to Computer Applications...... 96...... 5 English, human relations and customer service, and ASST 181 Human Relations and Career Readiness...... 84...... 5 develop general clerical skills. Eligibility: TANF, low Totals 324 19 income eligible. Program Length • 16 weeks • 324 hours/19 credits • Monday-Friday; 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years • Must take COMPASS or ASSET test before entering the program or being placed on the pre-registration list. Admission Recommendations • High school diploma or GED. • Keyboarding skills. (Students with low keyboarding skills may need more time to complete course work.) • Eligible for WorkFirst funding. Enrollment Enrollment is weekly (space available basis). . Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 94 Renton Technical College aer riig Programs Training Career

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 95 www.RTC.edu Paraeducator/Bilingual Assistant

Options Cooperative/Internship Work Experienc » Certificate of Completion with successful testing on A cooperative work experience option may be available for qualified, the ParaPro Exam (Praxis) (1080 hours/63 credits) approved students. Students apply learned skills, gain actual on-the-job » Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS) (1440 experience, and receive credit for work experience appropriate to training hours/90 credits) while completing the program of study. » Associate of Applied Science Degree-Transferable Total Estimated Program Costs* (AAS-T) (1620 hours/105 credits) • Tuition $3,726.00-$5,589.00 This program equips the students with the skills needed • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.23233 to become an active member in the instructional team. *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration The courses provides the training that is essential to assist regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated educators in: implementing instruction to individuals totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does or small-groups in the classroom setting, carrying out not include the required General Education classes. behavioral management plans, documenting student Course Requirements performance, working with student who have special Course # Course Title Hours Credits needs (this includes cognitive disabilities, ESL students, EDUC 115 Child Growth and Development...... 60...... 5 physical disabilities, and behavioral students), and EDUC 116 Technology in Education...... 72...... 3 maintaining a positive, safe learning environment. EDUC 117 Roles, Responsibilities, Human Relations for Paraeducators 60...... 5 Students also acquire the experience needed to obtain EDUC 130 Classroom and Behavior Management...... 60...... 5 employment through cooperative internships. An EDUC 140 Health and Safety...... 48...... 3 endorsement in bilingual instruction is available EDUC 180 Job Readiness and Networking...... 60...... 3 for multilingual students. This program meets the EDUC 195 Internship I...... 120...... 4 Washington State 14 Core Competencies and the No EDUC 196 Internship II...... 120...... 4 Child Left Behind Act. EDUC 197 Internship III...... 168...... 5 Successful completion of this program plus additional EDUC 202 Introduction to Education...... 72...... 6 course work qualifies graduates for an Associate of EDUC 204 Introduction to Exceptional Students...... 60...... 5 Applied Science degree or an Associate of Applied EDUC 240 Diversity Awareness...... 60...... 5 Science-Transfer degree. ENGL 100 Applied Composition...... 60...... 5 MATH 075 Pre-Algebra...... 60...... 5 Program Length Total 1080 63 • Certificate of Completion Additional Course Requirements for AAS Degree - 3 quarters Course # Course Title - 1080 hours/63 credits EDUC 250 Portfolio Development...... 48...... 2 • Associate of Applied Science Degree ASL& 101 American Sign Language...... 60...... 5 - 4 quarters CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 - 1440 hours/90 credits ENGL 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 • Associate of Applied Science Degree-Transferable MATH 102 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 - 4.5 quarters Total 360 27 - 1620 hours/105 credits Additional Course Requirements for AAS-T Degree Monday – Friday; 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Course # Course Title Hours Credits Admission Requirements MATH 095 Intermediate Algebra...... 60...... 5 • Minimum age: 18 years. High school diploma or One of the following: GED required. MATH& 107 Contemporary Mathematics • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before MATH 110 College Algebra entering the program or being placed on the pre- MATH& 146 Introduction to Statistics...... 60...... 5 registration list. One of the following: • A complete background check will be conducted ENGL& 102 Writing from Research prior to internship requirements. If you cannot pass ENGL 210 Children’s Literature the Washington State Patrol Criminal Background HIST& 136 U.S. History I Check, you will not be able to complete the NUTR& 101 Human Nutrition program. Any questions or concerns should be PSYC& 200 Developmental Psychology directed to the program instructor. SOC& 110 Survey of Sociology...... 60...... 5 Total 180 15 Admissions Recommendation Instructor interview. Career Training Programs Enrollment Students may enter at the beginning of fall, winter or spring quarter (Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 96 Renton Technical College Ophthalmic Assistant

Options Total Estimated Program Costs* » Certifi cate of Completion • $4,347.00 (1260 hours/75 credits) • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 » associate of applied Science Degree *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration (1440 hours/90 credits) regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does » associate of applied Science-Transfer Degree not include the required General Education classes. (1500 hours/95 credits) Th is program provides entry level training leading Course Requirements to a certifi cate as a Certifi ed Ophthalmic Assistant. Course # Course Title Hours Credits Curriculum is based on Commission on Accreditation of BIOL 100 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology ...... 72 ...... 5 Ophthalmic Medial Programs standards and guidelines. MATH 085 Beginning Algebra ...... 60 ...... 5 Th e course work prepares students for national OPH 101 First Aid/CPR and Safety ...... 24 ...... 2 certifi cation by the Joint Commisssion on Allied Health OPH 102 Medical Terminology ...... 36 ...... 3 Personnel in Ophthalmology. Course work includes OPH 103 Ocular Anatomy and Physiology ...... 36 ...... 3 the following: medical terminology, anatomy and OPH 104 Ophthalmology Front Offi ce Procedures ...... 60 ...... 4 physiology, history taking, patient services, basic skills, OPH 106 Basic Clinical Skills in Ophthalmology ...... 96 ...... 5 lensometry, basic tonometry, instrument maintenance, OPH 107 Ophthalmology Clinical Procedures I ...... 72 ...... 4 general medical knowledge. Included in the program are OPH 108 Ophthalmology Clinical Procedures II ...... 36 ...... 2 extensive clinical experiences in ophthalmologist private OPH 109 Advanced Ocular Pathophysiology ...... 36 ...... 3 practices, teaching hospitals, and eye centers. OPH 113 Diagnostic Procedures I ...... 36 ...... 3 OPH 115 Ophthalmic Pharmacology and Pathophysiology I ...... 24 ...... 2 Program Length OPH 118 Law and Ethics of Health Care ...... 36 ...... 3 • 4 quarters OPH 170 Communications ...... 36 ...... 3 • 1260 hours/75 credits OPH 180 Human Relations I ...... 36 ...... 3 • Monday–Friday, 8:00am–2:30pm OPH 181 Human Relations II ...... 24 ...... 2 OPH 183 Professional Development ...... 24 ...... 2 Admission Requirements OPH 190 Practicum I ...... 180 ...... 8 • Minimum age: 18 years OPH 191 Practicum II ...... 168 ...... 7 • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before OPH 192 Practicum III ...... 168 ...... 7 entering the program or being placed on the pre- ToTal 1260 75 registration list. • High school diploma or GED. General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree • Completion of a 5-credit Math for Health Sciences Course # Course Title Hours Credits course or equivalent with a 2.0 GPA or higher. MATH 100 Mathematics for the Health Sciences ...... 60 ...... 5 ENGL 100 Applied Composition or • Satisfactory completion of Allied Health for Success ENGL& 101 English Composition ...... 60 ...... 5 or college preparation course. PSYC& 100 General Psychology ...... 60 ...... 5 • Ability to pass a nationwide criminal background check. ToTal 180 15 Programs Training Career • Students must meet vaccination and program General Education Course Requirements for AAS-T Degree specifi ed health requirements in compliance with the Course # Course Title Hours Credits Centers for Disease Control guidelines (vaccination ENGL& 101 English Composition ...... 60 ...... 5 list is provided at time of registration). MATH 110 College Algebra ...... 60 ...... 5 • Health insurance, both injury and sickness, is PSYC& 100 General Psychology ...... 60 ...... 5 required for participation in the clinical portion of CMST& 101 Speech Communication ...... 60 ...... 5 the program. ToTal 240 20 • Current (within one year) evaluation by a physician or nurse practitioner to ensure student and patient safety. Th e evaluation should address the following areas in respect to the student’s ability to perform the laboratory skills and clinical responsibilities related to becoming a Certifi ed Ophthalmic Assistant: – Ability to stand or walk for long periods. Enrollment Students may enter winter quarter.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog  www.RTC.edu Pharmacy Technician

Options Total Estimated Program Costs* » Certificate of Completion • Tuition: $4,450.50 (1290 hours/75 credits) • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC » Associate of Applied Science Degree Bookstore at 425.235.2323 (1530 hours/95 credits) *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration » Associate of Applied Science-Transfer Degree regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated (1530 hours/95 credits) totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes. This ASHP accredited program prepares students for practice as Pharmacy Technicians performing a wide variety Course Requirements of tasks in both retail and hospital pharmacies under the Course # Course Title Hours Credits supervision of a pharmacist. PHAR 101 Pharmacy Technician Fundamentals & Ethics...... 24...... 2 Students develop skills in all areas of pharmacy practice PHAR 102 Pharmacology I...... 36...... 3 such as computer order entry, pharmaceutical calculations, PHAR 103 Top 200 Drugs I...... 36...... 3 record keeping, mixing intravenous solutions, and PHAR 104 Pharmacology II...... 48...... 4 compounding of products to be dispensed. Special PHAR 105 Outpatient Pharmacy Preparations and Record Keeping I....36...... 2 emphasis is on product knowledge and learning detailed PHAR 106 Outpatient Pharmacy Preparations and Record Keeping II..84...... 4 information regarding drugs. Externship experience in PHAR 107 IV Admixture Advanced Techniques...... 60...... 3 retail and hospital pharmacies is included. PHAR 108 Inpatient & Home Healthcare Pharmacy Preparations and A state license is required of all those who work in this field Record Keeping...... 72...... 4 and is obtained at the successful completion of the program. PHAR 109 Top 200 Drugs II...... 36...... 3 PHAR 130 Medical Terminology/Anatomy and Physiology for Program Length Pharmacy Technicians I...... 36...... 3 • 4 quarters PHAR 131 Pharmacy Law and References I...... 12...... 1 • 1290 hours/75 credits PHAR 132 Chemistry for Pharmacy...... 36...... 3 PHAR 133 Business Office Machines. I ...... 48...... 3 • Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM PHAR 134 Business Office Machines .II...... 60...... 3 Admission Requirements PHAR 135 Business Office Machines III...... 60...... 3 • Minimum age: 18 years PHAR 136 Medical Terminology/Anatomy and Physiology for Pharmacy Technicians II...... 36...... 3 • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before PHAR 137 Pharmacy Law and References II...... 24...... 2 entering the program or being placed on the pre- PHAR 160 Pharmacy Calculations...... 96...... 6 registration list. PHAR 180 Communications and Customer Service...... 24...... 2 • High school diploma or GED. PHAR 181 Management, Supervision and Human Relations...... 48...... 3 • Satisfactory completion of a 5-credit Math for PHAR 190 Pharmacy Practice-Internship I...... 192...... 8 Health Sciences course or equivalent. PHAR 191 Pharmacy Practice-Internship II...... 186...... 7 • Ability to pass a nationwide criminal background Total 1330 79 check. • Students must meet vaccination and program General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree specified health requirements in compliance with the Centers for Disease Control guidelines (vaccination Course # Course Title Hours Credits list is provided at time of registration). MATH 100 Mathematics for the Health Sciences...... 60...... 5 • Health insurance, both injury and sickness, is ENGL 100 Applied Composition –OR– ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 required for participation in the clinical portion of PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 the program. CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 • Current (within one year) evaluation by a physician or nurse practitioner to ensure student and patient Total 240 20 safety. The evaluation should address the following areas in respect to the student’s ability to perform the General Education Course Requirements for AAS-T Degree laboratory skills and clinical responsibilities related Course # Course Title Hours Credits to becoming a Pharmacy Technician: MATH 110 College Algebra...... 60...... 5 – Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and to ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 reach overhead. PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5

Career Training Programs – Ability to stand or walk for long periods. CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 Enrollment Total 240 20 Students may enter at the beginning of fall quarter.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 98 Renton Technical College Pharmacy Technician continued aer riig Programs Training Career

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 99 www.RTC.edu Practical Accounting for Small Business Part-Time Program Option Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion (220 hours/18 credits) Course # Course Title Hours Credits This program is for students who would like to learn the ACCT 121 Accounting I...... 60...... 5 fundamental skills of accounting theory and procedures, ACCT 122 Accounting II...... 60...... 5 with additional training in electronic spreadsheets, and ACCT 123 QuickBooks...... 50...... 4 an introduction to small business accounting software ACCT 231 Advanced Excel for Accounting...... 50...... 4 (QuickBooks). Accounting is “the language of business,” Total 220 18 and all businesses need people with accounting skills. Program Length • 220 hours/18 credits • See current quarterly Class Schedule for specific course information. Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years • Must take COMPASS test (minimum math score of 30) before entering the program. • Students must have the Basic Computer Applications certificate or test out. Admission Recommendations • Counselor and instructor interview. • High school diploma or GED. Enrollment Students may enter at the beginning of fall, winter, spring, or summer quarter. Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 100 Renton Technical College Phlebotomy Technician Part-Time Program Option Enrollment » Certificate of Completion (216 hours/11 credits) Enrollment occurs quarterly. See the current RTC Class Schedule for specific This program prepares the graduate to work as a member program information. of the health care team as a certified phlebotomy Total Estimated Program Costs* technician in the clinical lab setting. Program content • Tuition: $745.20 includes the history of phlebotomy, introduction to the clinical laboratory, law and legal issues, medical • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 terminology, various blood drawing techniques, *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration communication and organizational skills, proper body regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated mechanics, and infection control/ standard precautions. totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does Supervised clinical experience in a major hospital is not include the required General Education classes. included. Course Requirements Upon satisfactory completion of this program, the student Course # Course Title Hours Credits is eligible to take a national board exam for qualification as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician. The fee for this CPT 500 Phlebotomy Technician...... 216...... 11 exam is set by and paid to the American Society of Total 216 11 Clinical Pathologists Board of Registry. It is not included in the program fee. Program Length • 1 quarter • 216 hours/11 credits • Theory: Daily, 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. • Clinical: Daily, 7:00 – 11:00 a.m.; 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years. • Must take COMPASS or ASSET test before entering the program or being placed on the pre-registration list. • High school diploma or GED. • Ability to pass a nationwide criminal backround check. • Students must meet vaccination and program specified health requirements in compliance with the Centers for Disease Control guidelines (vaccination

list is provided at time of registration). Programs Training Career • Health insurance, both injury and sickness, is required for participation in the clinical portion of the program. • Current (within one year) evaluation by a physician or nurse practitioner to ensure student and patient safety. The evaluation should address the following areas in respect to the student’s ability to perform the laboratory skills and clinical responsibilities related to becoming a Phlebotomy Technician: – Ability to stand or walk for long periods. Admission Recommendations Medical Terminology course.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 101 www.RTC.edu Precision Machining Technologies

Options Total Estimated Program Costs* » Certificate of Completion • Tuition: $8,694.00 (2520 hours/144 credits) • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 » Associate of Applied Science Degree *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration (2760-2772 hours/164 credits) regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated This two-year program is designed to help students totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does acquire and develop skills necessary to work in the not include the required General Education classes. manufacturing industry. The course integrates theory Course Requirements and practical applications in a fully equipped machine shop facility. Students study machining processes and Course # Course Title Hours Credits procedures, properties of metals, blueprint reading, MTEC 101 Machine Technology I...... 48...... 4 applied math, inspection techniques, Computer Aided MTEC 103 Machine Technology II...... 36...... 3 Manufacturing utilizing MasterCAM software, and MTEC 105 Machine Technology III...... 36...... 3 the operation of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) MTEC 111 Blueprint Reading I...... 36...... 3 machines. The CNC equipment includes Vertical and MTEC113 Blueprint Reading II...... 36...... 3 Horizontal Machining Centers as well as CNC Lathes MTEC 115 Blueprint Reading III...... 36...... 3 with live tooling. When appropriate, students may be MTEC 121 Machining Fundamentals - Lathe...... 192...... 8 assigned to a cooperative workstation in industry. MTEC 123 Machining Fundamentals - Mill...... 168...... 7 MTEC 125 Machining Fundamentals - Precision Machining...... 180...... 8 To earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, the MTEC 130 Basic Metrology...... 24...... 2 student must complete all requirements for the certificate MTEC 140 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing...... 108...... 9 program plus 20 credits of General Education. The MTEC 161 Basic Math for Machining...... 72...... 6 General Education requirements are listed below. Transfer MTEC 162 Algebra for Machine Technology...... 72...... 6 credit from other institutions will be considered upon MTEC 163 Geometry for Machine Technology...... 72...... 6 validation of transcript and course work. Students MTEC 164 Trigonometry for Machining...... 72...... 6 holding a recent Certificate of Completion from RTC MTEC 171 Communications I...... 12...... 1 should contact the Registrar for degree options. MTEC 172 Communications II...... 12...... 1 This program articulates with Tech Prep programs MTEC 173 Communications III...... 12...... 1 through the South King County Tech Prep Consortium. MTEC 185 Human Relations...... 36...... 3 MTEC 212 Manufacturing Resource & Research...... 96...... 6 Program Length MTEC 220 Hazardous Materials...... 24...... 2 • 8 quarters MTEC 231 CNC I...... 264...... 12 • 2520 hours/144 credits MTEC 232 CNC II...... 264...... 12 • Monday–Friday MTEC 233 CNC III...... 180...... 8 MTEC 234 CNC IV...... 180...... 8 • 8:00am–2:30pm MTEC 235 CNC V...... 168...... 7 Admission Requirements MTEC 240 Manufacturing Trends...... 72...... 5 • Minimum age: 18 years. MTEC 290 Job Search Skills...... 12...... 1 • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before MTEC 291 Cooperative Work Experience/Internship I...... (360)...... (10) entering the program or being placed on the pre- MTEC 292 Cooperative Work Experience/Internship II...... (180)...... (5) registration list. Total 2520 144 Admission Recommendations • High school diploma or GED. General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree Course # Course Title Hours Credits • High school‑level courses in advanced math, advanced science, mechanical drawing, and metal ENG 100 Applied Composition -OR- shop. ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 MATH 102 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry -OR- • Counselor and instructor interview. MATH 110 College Algebra...... 60-72...... 5 Enrollment PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 Students may enter in fall or winter quarter. CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 Total 240–252 20 Cooperative/Internship Work Experience A cooperative work experience option may be available Career Training Programs for qualified, approved students. Students apply learned skills, gain actual on-the-job experience, and receive credit for work experience appropriate to training while completing the program of study.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 102 Renton Technical College Professional Baking Option » Certificate of Completion (1260 hours/64 credits) Learn “baking basics” in an exciting industry bakery classroom setting! This program is approved by the Retail Bakers of America, which supports the new standards and Course Requirements practices of Contemporary Baking: Theory and Practice Course # Course Title Hours Credits training material. This material enables the program to BAK 101 Ovens I...... 60...... 3 offer a complete hands-on approach to baking, stressing BAK 102 Ovens II...... 60...... 3 industry competencies at every level. Graduates acquire BAK 103 Doughnuts...... 60...... 3 skills in oven work, artisan bread making, scaling and BAK 104 Scaling...... 60...... 3 mixing, pies, cookies, cake decorating, puff paste, BAK 105 Mixing I...... 60...... 3 yeast dough, and safety/health department standards. BAK 106 Mixing II...... 60...... 3 The program includes industry field trips and baking BAK 107 Cookies...... 60...... 3 demonstrations by industry professionals. If you BAK 108 Pies and Tarts...... 60...... 3 enjoy teamwork, bakery production, timelines, and BAK 109 Pastries...... 60...... 3 creating delicious baked goods for a commercial baking BAK 110 Yeast Doughs I...... 60...... 3 environment, this program is for you! BAK 111 Yeast Doughs II...... 60...... 3 Program Length BAK 112 Puff Pastries...... 60...... 3 BAK 113 Cakes I...... 60...... 3 • 4 quarters BAK 114 Cakes II...... 60...... 3 • 1260 hours/64 credits BAK 115 Cakes III...... 60...... 3 • Monday–Friday, 6:00am–12:30pm BAK 116 French Pastries...... 60...... 3 Admission Requirements BAK 117 Bakery Operations I...... 60...... 3 BAK 118 Bakery Operations II...... 60...... 3 • Minimum age: 18 years BAK 160 Bakery Math...... 60...... 3 • Must take COMPASS or ASSET test before entering BAK 170 Industry Communications...... 48...... 3 the program or being placed on the pre-registration BAK 180 Human Relations...... 48...... 3 list. BAK 190 Capstone...... 24...... 1 • Food handler’s permit Total 1260 64 Admission Recommendations • High school diploma or GED. • Counselor and instructor interview. Enrollment • Students may enter as openings occur. Total Estimated Program Costs* • Tuition $4,347.00 • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore aer riig Programs Training Career at 425.235.2323 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 103 www.RTC.edu Property Maintenance Part-Time Program Option Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion (360 hours/20 credits) Course # Course Title Hours Credits Students gain skills necessary for effective property INDS 101 First Aid/CPR & AED...... 16...... 2 maintenance in apartment and other residential settings. PROP 101 Introduction to Apartment Operations...... 12...... 1 Students learn safe procedures in property maintenance, PROP 110 Safe Procedures in Property Maintenance...... 12...... 1 painting and preparing residential units, maintaining PROP 115 Emergency Procedures...... 12...... 1 an attractive outdoor environment, basic electrical and PROP 120 Painting and Drywall Repairs...... 36...... 2 PROP 130 Curb Appeal...... 36...... 2 plumbing, communication and customer service, and PROP 140 Basic Electrical Repairs...... 36...... 2 job search skills. The program is designed for students PROP 145 Basic Plumbing Repairs...... 36...... 2 with limited English proficiency and, as such, vocational PROP 150 General Maintenance Skills I...... 24...... 1 English as a Second Language (ESL) is infused in all PROP 155 General Maintenance Skills II...... 48...... 1 courses. PROP 160 Introduction to Pools...... 12...... 1 Program Length PROP 170 Introduction to Appliances...... 12...... 1 • 1 quarter PROP 190 Job Search Skills I...... 20...... 1 PROP 194 Cooperative Work Experience (optional)...... (72)...... (2) • 360 hours/20 credits PROP 195 Job Search Skills II...... 48...... 2 • Monday–Friday, 8:00am–2:30pm Total 360 20 Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before entering the program or being placed on the pre- registration list. • Students must meet WorkFirst guidelines and go through a testing and interview process. • Vocational interest and goals related to property maintenance • Counselor interview Admission Recommendations Instructor interview. Enrollment Students enroll fall quarter. Co-operative Work Experience A co-operative work experience option may be available for qualified, approved students. Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 104 Renton Technical College Property Maintenance continued aer riig Programs Training Career

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 105 www.RTC.edu Registered Nurse, Associate Degree

Option areas in respect to the student’s ability to perform the laboratory skills and » Associate of Applied Science-Transfer Degree clinical responsibilities related to becoming a Registered Nurse: (2208 hours/138 credits) – Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and to reach overhead. This program prepares students for professional licensure – Ability to stand or walk for long periods. and employment as Associate Degree Registered Nurses. – Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously This program has begun the process of National League • Completion with a minimum grade of 2.0 in all courses taken with a of Nursing accreditation. The program course of study cumulative grade point average (GPA) of all pre-requisite courses and includes courses in medical, surgical, geriatric, obstetric, Licensed Practical Nursing program of 2.5 or better. and pediatric nursing. Additional course study includes • Completion of the following courses with a minimum 2.0 grade point pharmacology, advanced clinical nursing procedures, average in each course: biology or high school equivalent (within 5 years), health assessment, and transcultural community nursing. chemistry or high school equivalent (within 5 years), microbiology, Under the guidance of a nursing instructor, students anatomy & physiology, English composition, statistics, nutrition, medical participate in clinical practice in a variety of settings in terminology, and psychology. acute, ambulatory, and long-term care. Upon successful • Must hold a current, valid and unencumbered license as a Licensed completion of the program, students are eligible to take Practical Nurse in the State of Washington (Six months work experience the Nurse Certificate and Licensing Examination for highly suggested but not required). Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). To earn an Associate of Applied Science-Transferable Enrollment (AAS-T) degree, the student must complete all course Students may enter the program in fall or spring quarter. requirements for the Registered Nurse, Associate Degree Total Estimated Program Costs* program (768 hours), the Licensed Practical Nurse program (1188 hours), plus General Education courses • Tuition: $3,009.60 (252 hours). • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration Program Length regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated • 2 quarters (RN) (+ 4 quarters for LPN) totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does • 768 hours/43 credits (RN) (+ 1188 hours/75 credits not include the required General Education classes. for LPN) • Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-2:30 PM (Hours vary Course Requirements during clinical assignment including possible Course # Course Title Hours Credits evening or weekend placement) NURS 500 Licensed Practical Nurse Program...... 1188...... 75 NURS 201 Nursing Care of the Adult III...... 72...... 5 Admission Requirements NURS 202 Nursing Care of the Adult IV...... 60...... 5 • Minimum age: 18 years (at time of taking licensing NURS 204 Pharmacology III...... 36...... 3 examination). NURS 205 Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family II...... 36...... 3 • Must take COMPASS or ASSET test before entering NURS 206 Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family II Lab/Practicum 48...... 2 the program or being placed on the pre-registration NURS 211 Mental Health Nursing II...... 36...... 3 list. NURS 212 Health Promotion and Assessment...... 48...... 2 • Completion of high school or equivalent NURS 214 Mental Health Practicum II...... 48...... 2 NURS 216 Community Health in a Multicultural Environment II...... 36...... 3 • Ability to read, write and converse in English. NURS 281 Nursing Leadership II...... 36...... 3 • Certification in HIV NURS 291 Nursing Care of the Adult III Lab/Practicum...... 120...... 5 • Completion of CPR level C NURS 292 Nursing Care of the Adult IV Lab/Practicum...... 120...... 5 • Nationwide criminal background check prior to NURS 293 Selected Services/Preceptorship II...... 72...... 2 admission to the program. If a report indicates past ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 convictions, the record will be reviewed and the MATH& 146 Introduction to Statistics...... 60...... 5 student may be administratively withdrawn from the PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 program. BIOL& 260 Microbiology...... 72...... 5 • Negative TB skin test or chest x-ray examination, if Total 2208 138 there is a history of positive skin test • Immunization to be provided by physician or the local health department include: measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) and hepatitis B, unless positive

Career Training Programs titer. • Current (within one year) evaluation by a physician or nurse practitioner to ensure student and patient safety. The evaluation should address the following

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 106 Renton Technical College Refrigeration Technology

Options Total Estimated Program Costs* » Certificate of Completion (1260 hours/75 credits) • Tuition: $4,347.00 » Associate of Applied Science Degree • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 (1512 hours/95 credits) *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration This training program for Refrigeration Technicians regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated enables students to develop the skills necessary to work totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does as service technicians on domestic and commercial not include the required General Education classes. refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump Course Requirements systems. Emphasis is placed on developing a thorough understanding of electrical and refrigeration theory Course # Course Title Hours Credits though classroom experiences and practical application. INDS 101 First Aid/CPR & AED...... 16...... 2 Service, repair, and troubleshooting techniques are taught MART 111 Industrial Direct Current (D-C)...... 144...... 9 on late model equipment in a fully equipped training MART 112 Industrial Alternating Current (A-C)...... 108...... 7 facility. Students are taught how to safely handle, store, MART 120 Industrial Solid State Electronics - Basics...... 36...... 2 and dispose of CFC refrigerants, according to EPA MART 123 Diagnostic Techniques & Test Equipment...... 48...... 3 requirements, related to diagnostic, service, and repair MART 125 Electric Motors...... 96...... 5 procedures. Technical proficiency and competency are MART 160 Industrial Math for Electrical (D-C)...... 24...... 2 developed by using test and service equipment to improve MART 162 Industrial Math for Electrical (A-C)...... 32...... 2 diagnostic and repair techniques. Laboratory experience MART 172 Industrial Communications...... 36...... 3 helps develop skills in brazing and soldering of copper, MART 180 Human Relations/Leadership...... 36...... 3 steel, and aluminum. MART 226 Principles of Thermodynamics...... 144...... 7 MART 228 EPA Regulations and Refrigerant Recovery...... 36...... 3 To earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, the MART 230 Brazing Principles and Techniques...... 36...... 2 student must complete all requirements for the certificate MART 232 Refrigeration Evacuation and Charging...... 36...... 2 program plus 20 credits of General Education. The MART 234 Domestic Refrigeration Servicing...... 120...... 6 General Education requirements are listed below. Transfer MART 236 Light Commercial Refrigeration Servicing...... 120...... 6 credit from other institutions will be considered upon MART 238 HVAC Systems and Controls...... 60...... 3 validation of transcript and course work. Students MART 243 Icemaker Equipment...... 48...... 3 holding a recent Certification of Completion from RTC MART 263 Industrial Math for Thermodynamics...... 48...... 3 should contact the Registrar for degree options. MART 291 Job Search Skills...... 36...... 2 Program Length Total 1260 75 • 4 quarters • 1260 hours/75 credits General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree • Monday–Friday; 7:30am–2:00pm Course # Course Title Hours Credits CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 Admission Requirements ENGL 100 Applied Composition –OR– • Minimum age: 18 years. ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5

• Must take the COMPASS test before entering the MATH 101 Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry or Programs Training Career program or being placed on the pre-registration list. MATH 102 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 Admission Recommendations PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 • Good physical health. Total 252 20 • Mechanical aptitude. • Counselor and instructor interview. • Valid Washington State driver’s license. • Insurable to school requirements (good driving record). Enrollment Qualified students may enter the program at the beginning of fall or spring quarter.

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 107 www.RTC.edu School Age Child Care Part-Time Program Option Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion (150 hours/15 credits) Course # Course Title Hours Credits This 3-quarter long series, for a total of 15 credits, is ECCS 210 School Age Care Giving – Part I...... 50...... 5 specifically geared to school-age providers. This course ECCS 211 School Age Care Giving – Part II...... 50...... 5 supports teachers and caregivers who work with children ECCS 212 School Age Care Giving – Part III...... 50...... 5 ages 5-12 years, in before and after-school care and Totals 150 15 extended day programs. Content areas include topics such as health and safety, guidance and discipline, professionalism, and age appropriate activity ideas. Participants look at National Standards for School Age programs and determine ways to meet these standards. Program Length • 3 quarters • 150 hours/15 credits • Online Option • Monday to Friday – individual school age child care setting Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years • High school diploma or equivalent • Access to or be working in a licensed facility with school age children Admission Recommendations Ability to speak English clearly to communicate with staff, parents and children. Enrollment See the current RTC Class Schedule for specific course information. Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 108 Renton Technical College Supervision and Management

Options Students must successfully complete 45 credits (15 courses) from among the following: Course # Course Title Hours Credits » Certificate of Completion (540 hours/45 credits) MNGT 105 From Peer to Supervisor...... 36...... 3 » Associate of Applied Science-Transfer Degree MNGT 110 Building an Effective Team...... 36...... 3 (1188 hours/90 credits) MNGT 111 Performance Evaluation...... 36...... 3 This program is intended to help the first line supervisor MNGT 112 Quality and Correction ...... 36 ...... 3 build skills in management and supervision. It is designed MNGT 116 Employee Communication ...... 36...... 3 primarily for the incumbent workforce. Students can MNGT 118 External Communication ...... 36 ...... 3 take the classes individually or can take 45 credits to earn MNGT 120 Staffing Management...... 36 ...... 3 certificate. With an additional 45 credits, the student can MNGT 125 Managing a Diverse Workforce ...... 36 ...... 3 earn an Associate of Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T) MNGT 150 Labor Relations...... 36 ...... 3 degree. MNGT 198 IS - Performance Management ...... 36 ...... 3 MNGT 199 IS - Employee Orientation & Training ...... 36 ...... 3 Program Length MNGT 210 Strategic Planning...... 36 ...... 3 • Certificate of Completion MNGT 220 Tactical Planning ...... 36 ...... 3 – 4 quarters MNGT 230 Employee Development ...... 36 ...... 3 – 540 hours/45 credits MNGT 235 Implementing Corporate Culture...... 36 ...... 3 MNGT 240 Project Management ...... 36 ...... 3 – Variable times MNGT 245 Budget Management ...... 36 ...... 3 • AAS-T Degree MNGT 298 IS - Business Operations ...... 36 ...... 3 – 8 quarters Total 540 45 – 1188 hours/90 credits – Variable times Additional Course Requirements for AAS-T Degree: Admissions Requirements Course # Course Title Hours Credits • Minimum age: 18 years. ACCT 130 Cost Accounting...... 84...... 5 • Must take COMPASS test (minimum math score ACCT 150 Introduction to Business Law ...... 72...... 5 of 40) before entering the program or being placed ACCT& 201 Principles of Accounting I ...... 96...... 5 on the pre-registration list unless referred by an ACCT& 201 Principles of Accounting II ...... 96...... 5 employer. CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 • High school diploma or GED ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 MATH 110 College Algebra ...... 60...... 5 • Counselor and instructor interview MATH& 146 Introduction to Statistics...... 60...... 5 Admissions Recommendations PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 • Employment either as a supervisor or with prospects Total 648 45 of becoming a supervisor. • Keyboarding skills (Students entering without keyboarding skills may take longer to complete)

Cooperative/Internship Work Experience Programs Training Career A cooperative work experience option may be available to qualified, approved students, allowing them to receive credit for work experience appropriate to their training. Enrollment Students may enter at the beginning of the fall, winter, or spring quarter Total Estimated Program Costs* • Tuition $1,463.40 • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does not include the required General Education classes.

Course Requirements (Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 109 www.RTC.edu Surgical Technologist

Options to becoming a Surgical Technologist: » Certificate of Completion – Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and to reach overhead (1444 hours/82 credits) – Ability to stand or walk for long periods » Associate of Applied Science Degree – Absence of chronic skin conditions on hands and arms (1694 hours/102 credits) Enrollment » Associate of Applied Science-Transfer Degree Students may enter at the beginning of fall or winter quarter. (1694 hours/102 credits) The Surgical Technologist program is accredited nationally Total Estimated Program Costs* by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health • Tuition: $4,981.80 Education Programs in collaboration with the Association • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 of Surgical Technologists, and the American College of *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration Surgeons. regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated In this program, the student is trained primarily as the totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does scrub person, and secondarily as a circulator in a surgery not include the required General Education classes. setting. Students also study the allied health areas of endoscopy, labor and delivery, and sterile processing. A Course Requirements major portion of the program training occurs in area Course # Course Title Hours Credits hospitals. HCPCS 102 Healthcare Provider First Aid/CPR & AED...... 16...... 2 A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon successful SURG 101 Surgical Techniques...... 96...... 8 completion of core course requirements. To earn an SURG 106 Surgical Procedures I...... 48...... 4 Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Associate of SURG 107 Surgical Procedures II...... 60...... 5 Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T) degree, you must SURG 108 Surgical Procedures III...... 36...... 3 complete the certificate program and meet the General SURG 109 Skills Laboratory I...... 72...... 3 Education course requirements. The prerequisite, a 5- SURG 110 Skills Laboratory II...... 72...... 3 credit Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology course, is SURG 111 Skills Laboratory III...... 120...... 5 part of the General Education requirements for the AAS SURG 112 Professional Preparation I...... 12...... 1 degree. SURG 113 Professional Preparation II...... 12...... 1 SURG 130 Medical Terminology...... 36...... 3 Program Length SURG 131 Microbiology...... 36...... 3 • 4 quarters SURG 132 Pharmacology...... 36...... 3 SURG 133 Patient Care Skills...... 12...... 1 • 1444 hours/82 credits SURG 160 Applied Mathematics...... 24...... 2 • Monday–Friday, 8:00am–2:30pm SURG 170 Communications...... 48...... 4 • (Hours may vary during clinical rotation) SURG 180 Human Relations...... 36...... 3 Admission Requirements SURG 192 Allied Clinical Practicum I...... 96...... 4 SURG 193 Allied Clinical Practicum II...... 96...... 4 • Minimum age: 18 years SURG 194 Operating Room Clinical Practicum I...... 72...... 3 • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET before entering SURG 195 Operating Room Clinical Practicum II...... 96...... 4 the program or being placed on the pre-registration SURG 196 Operating Room Clinical Practicum III...... 168...... 7 list. SURG 197 Operating Room Clinical Practicum IV...... 144...... 6 • High school diploma or GED. Total 1444 82 • Satisfactory completion of a 5-credit Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology course or its equivalent with General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree a minimum 2.0 GPA within five years prior to entry. Course # Course Title Hours Credits • Ability to pass a nationside criminal background BIOL 100 Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology...... 72...... 5 check. CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 • Students must meet vaccination and program ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 specified health requirements in compliance with the PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 Centers for Disease Control guidelines (vaccination Total 252 20 list is provided at time of registration). • Health insurance, both injury and sickness, is General Education Course Requirements for AAS-T Degree required for participation in the clinical portion of Course # Course Title Hours Credits the program. BIOL& 260 Microbiology...... 72...... 5

Career Training Programs • Current (within one year) evaluation by a physician CMST& 101 Speech Communication or or nurse practitioner to ensure student and patient PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 safety. The evaluation should address the following ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 areas in respect to the student’s ability to perform the MATH 110 College Algebra...... 60...... 5 laboratory skills and clinical responsibilities related Total 252 20 (Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 110 Renton Technical College Technical Studies General Occupational Degree Option Core Cluster (45 credits required) » Associate of Applied Science Degree Course # Course Title...... Hours...... Credits (approximately 1200 hours/93 credits) CSIS 120 Fundamentals of Programming...... 80...... 6 CSIS 131 Introduction to C# - Part I...... 40...... 3 Students earn the Associate of Applied Science degree in CSIS 141 Introduction to C# - Part II...... 40...... 3 Technical Studies by completing 45 credits of core courses DFTS 114 AutoCAD® – Level I...... 40...... 3 in electronics, programming and computer-aided drafting DFTS 116 AutoCAD® – Level II ...... 40...... 3 and by completing an additional 20 elective credits in ESTS 110 Basic Electronics I...... 80...... 6 courses related to their interest or occupation and an ESTS 111 Basic Electronics II...... 80...... 6 additional 28 credits of related general education. The ESTS 112 Basic Electronics III...... 80...... 6 degree is designed to allow greater flexibility in course ESTS 113 Repairing and Upgrading Your PC...... 80...... 6 selection and scheduling, and to make maximum use of ESTS 122 Programmable Logic Controllers PLC...... 80...... 6 student’s prior learning and previous experience. ESTS 126 Electric Motor Control...... 80...... 6 Prior Learning, Advanced Placement and ESTS 134 Electronic Trouble Shooting Techniques...... 80...... 6 Transfer Credit INDS 101 First Aid/CPR & AED...... 16...... 2 Elective Cluster (25 credits required) To allow students to complete degree requirements in the shortest time, RTC grants credit for prior learning Course # Course Title Hours Credits and accepts transfer credits up to 25% of the total CNTS 121 MS Windows 2000 Networking and Operating Systems credit requirement. Students may also request Avertical Essentials...... 40...... 3 CNTS 126 Implementing MS Windows 2000 Professional and Server..40...... 3 challenge whereby credit for prerequisite classes is granted CNTS 150 Implementing & Supporting MS Windows XP Professional 40...... 3 (after registration and payment of the challenge fee) upon CNTS 210 Linux Computing Essentials...... 80...... 6 successful completion of an advanced class. CSIS 127 Beginning C++...... 80...... 6 RTC counselors can assist you in assessing your prior CSIS 128 Advanced C++...... 80...... 6 learning, transferring credits, and challenging classes to CSIS 132 Intermediate C# - Part I...... 40...... 3 tailor your degree to meet your occupational goals. Call CSIS 143 Intermediate C# - Part II...... 40...... 3 (425)235-5840 to schedule an appointment. CSIS 161 Programming a Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Database...... 80...... 6 DFTS 118 AutoCAD® – Level III ...... 40...... 3 Program Length DFTS 136 Revit Architecture 2008 Essentials...... 24...... 1 • Approximately 1200 hours/93 credits DFTS 137 Revit Architecture Advanced...... 24...... 1 • Monday–Saturday (varies) DFTS 140 Programming for AutoCAD...... 80...... 6 EASS 100 Electronics Manufacturing for Technicians...... 80...... 5 • Various part-time schedules EETS 253 Microprocessors Controllers...... 80...... 6 Admission Requirements ELECS 115 Basic Electricity (Plant & Machine Maintenance - Electrical I)...... 80...... 8 • Minimum age: 18 years ELECS 116 Plant & Machine Maintenance - Electrical II...... 80...... 8 • Vocational interest in the technical occupations. ELECS 117 Plant & Machine Maintenance - Electrical III...... 80...... 7 Admission Recommendations ELECS 232 Basic HVAC & Refrigeration Systems...... 40...... 4 ELECS 234 Basic HVAC & Refrigeration Electrical Schematics...... 40...... 4 • High school diploma or GED. MTECS 110 Blueprint Reading, Mechanical...... 60...... 5 aer riig Programs Training Career • Counselor and instructor interview. MTECS 113 Machining/Lathe...... 80...... 5 Enrollment MTECS 115 Machining/Milling...... 80...... 5 MTECS 216 CNC Set-Up and Operation...... 80...... 5 Quarterly MTECS 220 Introduction to MasterCam...... 40...... 2 MTECS 222 Advanced MasterCam...... 40...... 2 SURS 110 Basic Surveying I...... 40...... 3 SURS 135 AutoCAD Land Desktop I...... 40...... 3 SURS 136 AutoCAD Land Desktop II...... 40...... 3 WELDS 102 Welding (Oxy-acetylene & arc)**...... 80...... 5 WELDS 106 Welding**...... 60...... 4 WELDS 110 Welding (MIG & TIG) **...... 80...... 5 General Education Course Requirements (23 credits required) Course # Course Title Hours Credits CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 HUM 101 Human Relations...... 30...... 3 MATH 102 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 * Substitutions upon request **Students may take up to 20 credits of Welding including both arc and MIG/TIG

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 2008-2009 Catalog 111 www.RTC.edu Veterinary Assistant Part-Time Program Option: Course Requirements » Certificate of Completion (336 hours/21 credits) Course Course Title Hours Credits The Veterinary Assistant program prepares students VET 101 Veterinary Assisting I...... 60...... 4 to assist the veterinarian in all aspects of animal care. VET 102 Veterinary Assisting II...... 60...... 4 Veterinary Assistants provide surgical and nursing care VET 103 Veterinary Assisting III...... 60...... 4 to animals in clinics, as well as field settings. They VET 160 Veterinary Math...... 24...... 2 also provide basic care, perform laboratory procedures, VET 180 Human Relations/Workplace Skills...... 36...... 3 VET 190 Veterinary Assisting Practicum...... 48...... 2 and assist in the veterinary clinic with other functions. VET 191 Veterinary Assisting Internship...... 48...... 2 Veterinary Assistants work in a variety of settings including animal hospitals and clinics, animal shelters, Total 336 21 laboratories, zoos, and animal parks. The program includes classroom theory, laboratory, and internship experience in local veterinary clinics. Students receive hands-on experience with animals. Program content requires the application of basic math, technical reading, and communications skills. Program length • 3 quarters • 336 hours/21 credits • Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday; 6:00pm–9:00pm Admission Requirements • Minimum age: 18 years • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before entering program or being placed on the pre- registration list. Admission Recommendations • High School diploma or GED • Counselor and instructor interview. Enrollment Students may enter fall quarter. Career Training Programs

(Course descriptions listed alphabetically by course number on pages 130-210) 112 Renton Technical College Welding

Options Total Estimated Program Costs* » Certificate of Completion • Tuition: $5,589.00 (1620 hours/91 credits) • Textbooks and Supplies: Contact the RTC Bookstore at 425.235.2323 » Associate of Applied Science Degree *Full-Time tuition fees are calculated and paid quarterly. See Registration (1872 hours/111 credits) regarding quarterly payment amounts. Tuition and supply costs are estimated This program is designed to prepare welders for jobs in totals for the entire length of the program. Tuition for degree programs does manufacturing, fabrication, and construction trades. This not include the required General Education classes. program is comprehensive. Courses include Blueprint Course Requirements Reading and Layout, Metallurgy for Welders, Applied Mathematics, Shop Safety, and hands-on training in Course # Course Title Hours Credits GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, FTAW, OAW, and thermal INDS 101 First Aid/CPR & AED...... 16...... 2 cutting. The instruction is individualized and previous WELD 101 Introduction to Welding...... 60...... 3 experience determines a student’s starting point. A WELD 102 Occupational Related Safety...... 20...... 1 student’s motivation and ability to move through the WELD 103 Thermal Cutting...... 72...... 4 individual objectives will determine completion time. WELD 104 Welding Fundamentals...... 36...... 3 WABO Certification is available. This program articulates WELD 105 Welding Processes and Application...... 36...... 3 with Tech Prep programs through the South King County WELD 106 Welding Metallurgy...... 36...... 3 Tech Prep Consortium. WELD 107 Oxy Acetylene Welding...... 72...... 4 WELD 109 Shielded Metal Arc Welding I...... 264...... 11 Program Length WELD 110 Shielded Metal Arc Welding II...... 276...... 12 • 5 quarters WELD 111 Gas Tungsten ARC Welding...... 216...... 12 • 1620 hours/91 credits WELD 113 Gas Metal Arc Welding...... 168...... 9 WELD 115 Flux Cored Arc Welding...... 168...... 9 • Monday–Friday WELD 120 Blueprint Reading I...... 36...... 3 • 8:00am–2:30pm WELD 121 Blueprint Reading II...... 24...... 2 Admission Requirements WELD 160 Related Mathematics/Measurement...... 36...... 3 WELD 170 Related Communications...... 36...... 3 • Minimum age: 18 years. WELD 181 Human Relations and Student Leadership...... 36...... 3 • Must take the COMPASS or ASSET test before WELD 191 Job Search Skills...... 12...... 1 entering the program or being placed on the pre- WELD 194 Cooperative Work Experience (optional)...... (312)...... (13) registration list Total 1620 91 Admissions Recommendations • High school diploma or GED General Education Course Requirements for AAS Degree • Good eyesight. Glasses are permitted. Course # Course Title Hours Credits • Counselor and instructor interview. CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 Enrollment ENGL 100 Applied Composition –OR– ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 Qualified students may enter as openings occur.

MATH 102 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 Programs Training Career Cooperative/Internship Work Experience PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 A cooperative education option may be available for Total 252 20 qualified, approved students. Students apply learned skills, gain actual on-the-job experience, and receive credit for work experience appropriate to training while completing the program of study. Fees Students are responsible for purchasing books, tools (program tool list available upon request), and protective equipment.

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11 Renton Technical College General Education Table of Contents A I Advanced Applied Algebra...... 119 Intermediate Algebra...... 119 American Government...... 119 Intermediate Algebra with Analytical Geometry...... 119 American Sign Language...... 116 Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology...... 116 Applied Algebra for Business & Industry...... 119 Introduction to Physical Geology...... 118 Applied Composition...... 117 Introduction to Statistics...... 120 Applied Algebra for Business & Industry...... 119 M Mathematics for Health Sciences...... 119 B Microbiology...... 117 Beginning Algebra...... 118 Business Calculus I...... 120 P Pre-Algebra...... 118 C Pre-Calculus I...... 120 Calculus I...... 120 Pre-Calculus II...... 120 Children’s Literature...... 117 Contemporary Mathematics...... 119 S Spanish I...... 121 Spanish II...... 121 D Spanish III...... 121 Developmental Psychology...... 121 Speech Communication...... 117 Survey of Sociology...... 121 E Survey of U.S. History...... 118 English Composition...... 117 T Technical Writing...... 118 G General Biology...... 116 U General Chemistry...... 117 U.S. History I...... 118 disos Registration & Admissions General Physics I...... 121 U.S. History II...... 118 General Physics II...... 121 General Physics III...... 121 General Psychology...... 120 W Writing from Research...... 117 Writing Improvement I...... 117 H Writing Improvement II...... 117 Human Anatomy & Physiology I...... 116 Human Anatomy & Physiology II...... 116 Human Nutrition...... 120 Human Relations...... 118

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General Education courses are an important component of BIOL 100 the AAS degree option. Whereas completion of the voca­ Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology tional training requirements demonstrates competency in This course provides students with an introduction to the area of specialty, completion of the General Education the basic concepts of anatomy and physiology. It includes requirements demonstrates a competence in oral and written organization, classification and control of anatomical communications, computations and human relations in the structures and an introduction to the major body workplace. systems. The course covers some medical terminology General Education requirements vary for each degree program and introduces some concepts from chemistry and as described in the degrees section. General Education biochemistry. This course is intended for non-science credits may be transferred to other colleges within guidelines majors or entry-level allied health majors. established by the State Board for Community and Technical Colleges. BIOL& 160 General Education courses in writing and math require General Biology acceptable scores on the COMPASS test. Students should Students explore the basic biological principles that complete the test at least two weeks prior to registering for describe and explain the nature of life. Topics include cell a writing or math class. The scores will be used to advise

General Education Courses biology, molecular biology (including basic biochemistry students on appropriate coursework. Students may schedule and DNA structure and function), metabolism, and the COMPASS test by calling the Registration Office at genetics. Students practice skills in both the classroom and 425.235.2352. the laboratory through formats such as group exercises, For the most current course descriptions, see the quarterly laboratory activities, quizzes, and exams. Class Schedule or view online at www.RTC.edu College Level Examination Program (CLEP) Testing BIOL& 241 Students may challenge the following General Education Human Anatomy & Physiology (T) courses by receiving acceptable College Level Examination This is the first of two classes designed for students who Program (CLEP) scores: want to enter professional health care programs. It is the • Biology study of the gross anatomy and functioning of the human • Chemistry body. Covers body organization, cellular structure and • College Mathematics function, fundamentals of chemistry and the physiology, • College Algebra structure and function of all the body systems. Lab • English Composition includes microscopic tissue studies, dissection, work with ADAM software, and physiology projects related to the • Introduction to Psychology systems studied. Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL&160 For complete details on CLEP testing, see page 24. and General Biology.

BIOL& 242 Human Anatomy & Physiology II (T) Note: This is the second to two classes designed for students who want to enter professional health care programs. Classes marked It is a study of the gross anatomy and functioning of (T) are generally ASL& 121 the human body. Covers body organization, cellular transferable to American Sign Language (T) structure and function, fundamentals of chemistry and the all the public This course offers instructions in American Sign Language physiology, structure and function of all the body systems. colleges and to support communication and social interaction with deaf Lab includes microscopic tissue studies, dissection, work universities in and hearing-impaired individuals as well as supporting with ADAM software, and physiology projects related to Washington. language/communication in typically developing children. the systems studies. Prerequisite: BIOL&241, Human Transferability Anatomy and Physiology I. of General Education credits taken at Renton Technical College is subject to the

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BIOL& 260 ENGL 100 Courses Education General Microbiology (T) Applied Composition Microbiology is a comprehensive course introducing This practical writing course assists students with academic classification, structure, and function of microbes. Focus writing. The class incorporates journal summaries and includes disease causing bacteria, viruses, protozoa, basic essay formats to help students build on their sentence and fungi. The role of these microorganisms in nature, and paragraph strengths to be successful in college-level environmental impact, and health applications is covered. writing. This class assists students in moving their writing Laboratory is an integral component, which includes forward through practice. training on microscope, slide prep, aseptic technique transfer/inoculation of bacteria, and use of various media to select, isolate, and characterize organisms. Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL&160 and General Biology. ENGL& 101 English Composition (T) CHEM& 140 This is a college level writing course in which students General Chemistry (T) learn to write essays that explain ideas, argue for a This introductory course discusses the basic concepts in position, and evaluate information. Students write draft general and inorganic chemistry. It is designed to prepare essays based on personal experience and information students for coursework in health sciences or more gathered from a variety of resources. Students revise and advanced scientific coursework by laying the foundation edit their draft essays based on constructive comments of the most ‘elemental’ science – chemistry. Topics covered offered by their peers and by their instructor. Upon range from the nature of atoms to chemical reactions successful completion of the course, students are able to and include homework, laboratories, exams, and group write essays (of at least 1,000 words) demonstrating the exercises. Prerequisite: Placement into MATH 095 or conventions of standard written English. Prerequisite: completion of MATH 085. COMPASS score of 75 or better or completion of ENGL 100 with a 2.0 or better. Basic computer and keyboarding skills strongly recommended. CMST& 101 Speech Communication (T) ENGL& 102 In this course students study the fundamentals of the Writing From Research (T) communication process and apply them to personal and workplace relationships. Emphasis is on applying This course helps students develop ideas to guide research, communication theory to interviewing, small group to gather information from the library, internet, experts, communications, and public speaking. Students are and other sources, and to judge the quality of the required to prepare and give oral presentations. information. They learn to use ideas from a large number of sources as evidence in essays and longer research papers. Prerequisite: completion of ENGL&101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. ENGL 080 Writing Improvement I Learn how to make your writing sizzle by improving your ENGL 210 Note: basic sentence structure. This course is designed to help Children’s Literature (T) Classes marked you write a wide variety of strong sentences as well as This course examines children’s books as part of the (T) are generally maximize your knowledge of grammar basics. Instruction imaginative experience of children, as well as a part of transferable to includes daily writing and use of technology to assist a larger literary heritage, viewed in light of their social, all the public writers in improving their writing skills. psychological, and moral implications. colleges and universities in Washington. ENGL 090 ENGL& 235 Transferability Writing Improvement II Technical Writing (T) of General This writing improvement course helps students improve This course focuses on various aspects of professional and Education their composition skills by concentrating on paragraph technical writing. Students study user guides, reports, credits taken construction. Paragraphs provide the foundation necessary proposals and other forms of business correspondence in at Renton for college-level writing. The coursework assists students to order to successfully write for the workplace. Prerequisite: Technical move from sentences to paragraphs and prepares them for Completion of ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. College is writing papers and reports. subject to the policies in place at the receiving institution.

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GEOL& 101 MATH 075 Introduction to Physical Geology (T) Pre-Algebra Examines geologic processes that shape the Earth. This course lays the foundation for the study of algebra. Emphasis is placed on understanding the language and The topics covered include: whole number operations, methods of science as applied to our changing planet. fractions, decimals, percents, ratio and proportion, signed Students develop critical thinking skills and apply them to numbers, geometry, units of measurements, graphs, regional geology. Topics include earthquakes, volcanism, and statistics. This class is taught either in traditional glaciers, rivers, and structure of the Earth. May include lecture mode or through individually tailored, interactive field trips. Includes laboratory. computer instruction that provides the student’s primary method of learning, with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis during the class period. HIST 110 Prerequisite: placement by COMPASS or Math Placement Survey of U.S .History (T) Test. This survey course examines the creation and evolution of the United States beginning with the histories of pre-contact native peoples and continuing through the MATH 085

General Education Courses present time. Through the exploration of key figures, eras Beginning Algebra and events, students develop historical thinking skills, This introductory course in algebra covers the following draw conclusions from competing and contradictory topics: review of selected pre-algebra topics, introduction sources, and recognize the role of perspective in historical to set theory and the real numbers; algebraic expressions; documentation. linear equations in one variable and their applications; linear inequalities; introduction to graphing; systems of two equations in two unknowns and their applications; HIST& 136 systems of inequalities; polynomial operations. This class U.S. History I (T) is taught either in traditional lecture mode or through Reviews the significant contributions of the Colonial individually tailored, interactive computer instruction that Period, emphasizing political and constitutional provides the student’s primary method of learning, with developments from the American Revolution through the the instructor available to assist students on an individual Civil War. Emphasis on the Constitution and causes and basis during the class period. Prerequisite: completion of consequences of the Civil War. Includes contributions and MATH 075 with a grade of 2.0 or higher or placement by achievements of key political/legal, scientific, cultural, and COMPASS or Math Placement Test. military individuals. MATH 095 Intermediate Algebra HIST& 137 This course covers the following topics in algebra: U.S. History II (T) review of selected elementary algebra topics; factoring Covers U.S. development from the Post-Civil War polynomials; rational expressions; rational exponents Reconstruction period to the present. Includes and radicals; quadratic equations and complex numbers; political, social, and economic forces affecting the functions and their graphs, and various non-linear Note: United States during the period of westward movement, equations. This class is taught either in traditional industrialization, world wars, economic growth and world Classes marked lecture mode or through individually tailored, interactive dominance. Covers profound technological developments (T) are generally computer instruction that provides the student’s primary of the twentieth century in relation to the world of work. transferable to method of learning, with the instructor available to assist Addresses the fall of the Soviet Union and the rise of Islam all the public students on an individual basis during the class period. in relation to the U.S. as a global power. colleges and Prerequisite: completion of MATH 085 with a grade of 2.0 universities in or higher or placement by COMPASS or Math Placement Test. Washington. HUM 101 Transferability Human Relations of General Education Students are introduced to basic human relations theory credits taken and skills. Focus is on the importance of maintaining at Renton positive relationships in a professional and diverse Technical workplace and functioning as an effective member of work College is teams. subject to the

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MATH 100 MATH 103 Courses Education General Mathematics for the Health Sciences Advanced Applied Algebra Mathematics for the Health Sciences is an introductory This course offers students a higher level of applied algebra course developed to introduce mathematics concepts utilizing applications in a variety of programs. Instruction related to a variety of fields in the health sciences. includes coursework in mathematics, with additional time The content is designed to promote student success devoted to studying the appropriate applications, which in mathematics and to develop problem-solving skills. vary based on student needs. This class is taught either in Topics covered include, but are not limited to: fractions, traditional lecture mode or through individually tailored, decimals, ratios/ proportions, percentages, measurement interactive computer instruction that provides the student’s systems (metric, apothecary, and household), conversions primary method of learning, with the instructor available involving dimensional analysis, dosage calculations, to assist students on an individual basis during the class mixture calculations, body surface area and body weight period. Prerequisite: completion of MATH 085 with a calculations, introductory solution calculations, and a grade of 2.0 or higher or placement by COMPASS or variety of health related application problems. Prerequisite: Math Placement Test. acceptable scores on the COMPASS test.

MATH 101 MATH 104 Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry Intermediate Algebra with Analytical Geometry This course covers sequences and series inequalities, conic This course covers mathematics and its applications in sections, and the concept of limits. business and industry. Instruction includes coursework in mathematics, with additional time devoted to studying appropriate applications, which vary based on student needs. This class is taught either in traditional lecture MATH& 107 mode or through individually tailored, interactive Contemporary Mathematics (T) computer instruction that provides the student’s primary This college level course provides a mathematical method of learning, with the instructor available to assist perspective of contemporary issues. The course is students on an individual basis during the class period. designed for students who do not intend to continue in Prerequisite: placement by COMPASS or Math Placement mathematics or science. Topics vary but may include areas Test. of finance, statistics, data analysis, logic, and applications relevant to humanities, social sciences and education. Content emphasis is on problem solving and quantitative MATH 102 reasoning. Prerequisite: Placement by COMPASS, or Applied Algebra for Business and Industry MATH 095 with a C- or better. This course covers algebra and its applications in a variety of programs. Instruction includes coursework in algebra, with additional time devoted to studying appropriate MATH& 141 applications, which vary based on student needs. This class Pre-Calculus I (T) is taught either in traditional lecture mode or through Elementary functions, their graphs and transformations of individually tailored, interactive computer instruction that their graphs, with applications to mathematical modeling. Note: provides the student’s primary method of learning, with Examples include linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, the instructor available to assist students on an individual Classes marked exponential, logarithmic, composite functions, and inverse (T) are generally basis during the class period. Prerequisite: placement by functions. Prerequiste: completion of MATH 95 with a 2.0 COMPASS or Math Placement Test. transferable to or higher or placement by assessment. all the public colleges and universities in MATH&142 Washington. Pre-Calculus II (T) Transferability Trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions, of General their graphs and transformations of their graphs, with Education applications to mathematical modeling. Solving credits taken trigonometric equations, the derivation and use of at Renton trigonometric identities. Polar coordinates and parametric Technical equations, with applications to mathematical modeling. College is Conic sections, with applications to mathematical subject to the modeling.Prerequiste: completion of MATH&141 with a policies in place 2.0 or higher or placement by assessment. at the receiving institution.

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MATH& 146 POLS& 202 Intro to Statistics (T) American Government (T) This course is an introduction to statistics and how it This course explores the structure and dynamics of may be applied in the analysis of numerical data. It American national government. The course provides a includes the following topics: structure of data sets, broad-based introduction to the ideas and institutions that central tendency, dispersion, means, standard deviation, have shaped politics in the contemporary United States. correlation, regression, binomial and normal probability Special areas of focus will include: the Constitution and distributions, sampling methods, and hypothesis testing. the debates of the founding era, the institutions of modern Prerequisites: Completion of MATH 095 with a 2.0 or American government, and the political behavior of the higher, or placement by COMPASS or Math Placement American mass public. The course will draw inspirationally Test. on documents from America’s Revolutionary and Civil War periods as well as on key historical and contemporary Supreme Court opinions, Congressional laws, and MATH& 148 Presidential policy papers. This course will also analyze Business Calculus (T) how the dynamics of regional and global forces have Introduction to Differential and Integral Calculus impacted on domestic politics and American government,

General Education Courses of elementary functions with emphasis on business informing the shaping of its attitudes and policies to the applications and its use in optimization. Prerequiste: rest of the world. completion of MATH&141 with a 2.0 or higher or placement by assessment. PSYC& 100 General Psychology (T) MATH& 151 General Psychology surveys the knowledge and methods Calculus (T) of the discipline of psychology. Emphasis is placed upon Differential calculus. The definition and interpretation application of psychological knowledge to daily situations, of the derivative, with applications to mathematical and upon accessing and assessing information from a modeling. Derivatives of algebraic and transcendental variety of sources about behavior. Skills in scientific functions. Prerequiste: completion of MATH&142 with a reasoning and critical thinking are developed during this 2.0 or higher or placement by assessment. course. Areas of psychology to be included are: research methods, neuroscience, human development, sensation, perception, consciousness, learning, memory, cognitive NUTR& 101 processes, intelligence, motivation, emotion, personality, Human Nutrition (T) psychological disorders, psychotherapy, stress and health, This course provides students with information and social psychology. Basic computer and keyboarding pertaining to the functions of nutrients in the body skills strongly recommended. and the physiologic processes involved in digestion and absorption. Topics covered include anatomy and physiology of digestion and absorption; specific utilization PSYC& 200 of carbohydrates, protein, and fats; and vitamin and Developmental Psychology (T) Note: mineral supplements. Other topics include factors that This course covers the concepts of human life span govern nutrient requirements, and the impact of diet on development in psychology and research from the prenatal Classes marked health and disease. Basic principles of chemistry, biology, stage to end of life experiences. Life span development (T) are generally and physiology are applied to the study of nutrition. This includes socio-emotional, cognitive, and physiological transferable to course is suggested for students majoring in nursing or development. Included are the influences on human all the public other health-related areas. development by such factors as biology, life experiences, colleges and family, and culture. Each individual, although unique universities in follows a process that is affected by primary caregivers, Washington. siblings, extended family, teachers, friends, partners, Transferability and events. Emphasis will be on understanding human of General development and the influences of family and culture that Education includes ethnicity, beliefs, family structure, traditions, and credits taken gender. (A563) at Renton Technical College is subject to the

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PHYS& 121 SPAN& 122 Courses Education General General Physics I (T) Spanish II (T) This course is the first in a three quarter sequence of This is the second course of a series of classes that teaches algebra-based physics. The course provides an introduction the fundamentals of Spanish as a second language. While to mechanics, kinematics, energy, and conservation the course focuses on speaking and verbal comprehension, principles. Laboratory investigations, technical writing, reading, writing and Hispanic culture are also integral to problem solving using both physical and mathematical the class. Prerequisite: SPAN& 121 reasoning strategies and the scientific method of inquiry skills will be emphasized. Laboratory included. Prerequisite: MATH&141. SPAN& 123 Spanish III (T) This is the third course of a series of classes that teaches PHYS& 122 the fundamentals of Spanish as a second language. While General Physics II (T) the course focuses on speaking and verbal comprehension, This course is the second in a three quarter sequence of reading, writing and Hispanic culture are also integral to algebra-based physics. The course provides an introduction the class. Prerequisite: SPAN& 122 to mechanical properties of matter, fluid mechanics, wave phenomena, and thermodynamics. Laboratory investigations, technical writing, problem solving using both physical and mathematical reasoning strategies and the scientific method of inquiry skills will be emphasized. Laboratory included. Prerequisite: PHYS& 121.

PHYS& 123 General Physics III (T) This course is the third in a three quarter sequence of algebra-based physics. The course provides an introduction to electricity, magnetism, optics and modern physics. Laboratory investigations, technical writing, problem solving using both physical and mathematical reasoning strategies and the scientific method of inquiry skills will be emphasized. Laboratory included. Prerequisite: PHYS& 122.

SOC& 101 Survey of Sociology (T) Sociology is the study of human interaction. Students study modern society and the influences of culture, Note: socialization, inequality and power. Topics include gender, class, race and ethnicity, conflict, and marriage and the Classes marked family. (T) are generally transferable to all the public SPAN& 121 colleges and Spanish I (T) universities in This is the first course of a series of classes that teaches Washington. the fundamentals of Spanish as a second language. While Transferability the course focuses on speaking and verbal comprehension, of General reading, writing and Hispanic culture are also integral to Education the class. credits taken at Renton Technical College is subject to the policies in place at the receiving institution.

2008-2009 Catalog 121 www.RTC.edu Education For Life apprenticeship Programs

1 Renton Technical College Apprenticeship Programs

Numerous joint apprenticeship programs are affiliated with Renton Technical College. Apprenticeship programs offer the opportunity to “earn while you learn”. Apprentices typically work full-time in their field, while attending school a few weeks/year or a few nights/week. Most apprenticeships are in the building and construction trades, manufacturing, or public utilities. Apprenticeship programs last two to five years, and an apprentice’s wages increase with experience. Some programs—Automotive Machinists, Custodial, Machinists, Saint Gobain Container Company, and Stationary Engineers—are only open to current employees in participating companies. Other programs accept applications from the broader community. Although the following apprenticeship programs are affiliated with Renton Technical College, each program has its own coordinator, joint labor-management committee, and selection procedures. Generally, applicants must be at least 17 or 18 years old, have a valid Washington state drivers’ license, and go through a selection process which might include a written test, physical test, drug test, and interview. For more information on specific programs, please contact the apprenticeship coordinators listed with each program. Renton Technical College offers an Associate of Applied Science degree in Multi-Occupational Trades. This degree is open to graduates of apprenticeship programs with at least 432 classroom hours and 6000 hours of on-the-job training. For more information on degree requirements, refer to the General Education classes in this Catalog or call Student Services at 425.235.5840. prniehp Programs Apprenticeship Class/Lab/Training Hrs/Yr # Years Class/Lab/Training Hrs/Yr # Years

Automotive Machinists Lathers, Acoustical, Drywall Systems (LADS) Melody Coffman Apprenticeship Seattle Machinists 160 Steve Ignac 9135 15th Place S. Carpenters Specialty Training Center Seattle, WA 98108 20474–72nd Avenue South 206.762.0460 Kent, WA 98032 Automotive Body and Fender...... 144 hrs...... 4 253.437.5235 Automotive Machinists...... 144 hrs...... 4 Acoustical Applicator...... 160 hrs...... 3 Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic...... 144 hrs...... 4 Drywall System Installer...... 160 hrs...... 3 Machinist, Automotive Machine Shop.... 144 hrs...... 4 Lather...... 160 hrs...... 3 Trailer Container and Residential Drywall Applicator...... 160 hrs...... 3 Van Repair Mechanic...... 144 hrs...... 3 Machinists Apprenticeship Carpenters Apprenticeship Bernie Philips Dale Tenneyson Seattle Machinists #160 King County Carpenters 9135 15th Place S. P. O. Box 2020 Seattle, WA 98108 Renton, WA 98056-4195 206.764.0462 425.235.2465 Machinist...... 144 hrs...... 4 Carpenter...... 160 hrs +...... 4 Maintenance Machinist...... 144 hrs...... 4 Maintenance Carpenter...... 160 hrs +...... 4 Marine Machinist...... 144 hrs...... 3 Residential Carpenter...... 160 hrs +...... 4 Soft Tooler...... 144 hrs...... 3 Scaffold Erector...... 160 hrs +...... 4 Tool and Die Maker...... 144 hrs...... 5

Heat and Frost Insulators/Asbestos Workers Millwrights Apprenticeship Apprenticeship Linda Scrivano-Sprenger Doug Steinmetzer Carpenters Specialty Training Center Renton Technical College 20474–72nd Avenue South 3000 NE Fourth Street, Bldg. E Kent, WA 98032 Renton, WA 98056-4195 253.437.5235 425.235.7827 Millwright...... 160 hrs...... 4 Heat and Frost Insulator...... 160 hrs...... 5

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Class/Lab/Training Hrs/Yr # Years Class/Lab/Training Hrs/Yr # Years

Pile Drivers Apprenticeship Roofers Apprenticeship Linda Scrivano-Sprenger Pat Gilliland Carpenters Specialty Training Center 2800 First Avenue, Room 321 20474–72nd Avenue South Seattle, WA 98121-1114 Kent, WA 98032 206.728.2777 253.437.5235 Roofer...... 166 hrs...... 2 Pile Driver...... 160 hrs...... 4 Saint-Gobain Containers Apprenticeship Plasterers Apprenticeship Jason Noble, Manager Matt Markham Human Resources Renton Technical College, Bldg. E 5801 E. Marginal Way S.

Apprenticeship Programs 3000 NE Fourth Street Seattle, WA 98134 Renton, WA 98056-4195 206.768.6295 425.235.7879 Maintenance Mechanic/Repairer...... 144 hrs +...... 4 Plasterer...... 144 hrs +...... 3.5 Mold Maker...... 144 hrs +...... 4

Plumbers and Pipefitters Apprenticeship Seattle Public Utilities Water Pipe Workers Ed Holmes Apprenticeship Seattle Area Pipe Trades Education Center Kerry Copeland 595 Monster Road S.W. Seattle Public Utilities, Apprenticeship Office Renton, WA 98055 9401 Meyers Way S. 425.271.5900 Seattle, WA 98108 Housing Plumber...... 250 hrs...... 3 206.233.7260 Maintenance Plumber/Steamfitter...... 250 hrs...... 4 Water Pipe Worker...... 144 hrs...... 2 Marine Pipefitter...... 250 hrs...... 3 Pipefitter...... 250 hrs...... 5 Western Washington Stationary Engineers Plumber...... 250 hrs...... 5 Apprenticeship HVAC Jim Burnson 18 E. St. SW Refrigeration Apprenticeship Auburn, WA 98001 Dale Wentworth 253.351.0184 Seattle Area Pipe Trades Education Center Facilities Custodial Technician...... 144 hrs...... 2 595 Monster Road S.W. Facilities Maintenance Mechanic...... 144 hrs...... 4 Renton, WA 98055 Gardener/Maintenance Specialist...... 144 hrs...... 2 425.271.5900 Stationary Engineer...... 144 hrs...... 4 Refrigeration Mechanic...... 250 hrs...... 5

124 Renton Technical College Multi-Occupational Trades Degree General Occupational Degree Options Multi-Occupational Trades Requirements for AAS Degree » Associate of Applied Science Degree COURSE # Course Title Hours Credits This degree is an option for apprentices who have CMST& 101 Speech Communication...... 60...... 5 graduated from Renton Technical College in ENGL 100 Applied Composition–OR– apprenticeship programs of at least 432 classroom hours ENGL& 101 English Composition...... 60...... 5 and 6000 on-the-job training hours. The following MATH 102 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry...... 72...... 5 programs are eligible: PSYC& 100 General Psychology...... 60...... 5 Total 252 20 • Automotive Machinists • Carpenters • Heat and Frost Insulators • LADS • Machinists • Millwrights • Pile Drivers • Pipefitters • Plumbers • Plasterers • Refrigeration • Saint Gobain Containers • Stationary Engineers Requirements • Completion of a registered apprenticeship program affiliated with Renton Technical College, including documentation such as apprenticeship completion certificate from the Department of Labor and Industries. • Apprentices must have completed at least 25% of their coursework at RTC. • Apprentices may begin taking general education coursework before, during, or after their apprenticeship. • See a counselor if you have transferable credits from other schools.

2008-2009 Catalog 125 www.RTC.edu Education ForLife Basic studies 1 Renton Technical College Basic Studies

The Basic Studies department of RTC provides instruction for adults who seek to master or brush up on the basic skills of reading, writing, math and oral communications; for those with limited proficiency in English, and other skills recognized as important for employability and citizenship. Students may prepare for the General Educational Development (GED) examination. Coursework in the various programs enables students to achieve personal, educational or employment-related goals. Basic studies programs include Adult Basic Education, English as a Second Language (ESL), Brush Up, GED Preparation, and the External Diploma Program (EDP). Classes are held on the main campus and at various sites throughout the college’s service area. For more information, call the Basic Studies department at 425.235.2391. A quarterly $25 tuition fee will be charged for classes in this section.

Adult Basic Education General Educational Brush Up The Adult Basic Education program offers Development (GED) Many students planning to begin technical adults an opportunity to improve their programs need to brush up on math, reading, writing and math skills. With Preparation reading, writing, and study skills before stronger skills in these areas, you are better The GED certificate demonstrates an their program begins or while enrolled in a prepared to enter technical training, prepare educational level comparable to a high technical class. This is particularly helpful for advancement in employment, be a wise school diploma. To obtain the certificate, for those who have not been in a structured consumer, and meet family responsibilities. one must pass an examination consisting learning environment for several years. You will receive an initial assessment, then of five separate tests in the areas of math, These classes focus on applying the basic work with the instructor to develop an reading, science, social studies, and writing. academic skills to the technical area the individualized plan of study. Instruction A GED certificate may help you pursue student plans to enter. Instruction may is self-paced and may include the use of additional education, meet eligibility be in a group with a set entry point or in computers, video and/or audio tapes, small requirements for financial aid, meet a lab setting. The course is self-paced and group classes, or one-on-one work with a requirements for a job or promotion, or may include use of computers, video/audio tutor. achieve personal goals. tapes, or other learning tools. There is a Quarterly Tuition fee of $25 There is a Quarterly Tuition fee of $25 At various times of the year special classes per student per quarter. Classes are per student per quarter. Classes are are offered such as: conveniently scheduled as follows: conveniently scheduled as follows: • Math for Electronics and other Daytime Classes Daytime Classes Technical Programs • Math for Health Care Success 8:00am–11:00am...... Daily 8:00am–11:00am...... Daily • Writing Basics for Business and Legal 11:30am–2:30pm...... Daily 11:40am–2:30pm...... Daily Careers Evening Classes Evening Classes • Reading to Learn: Textbooks 6:00pm–9:00pm...... Monday-Thursday 6:00pm–9:00pm...... Monday-Thursday • Math for Trade and Industry ai Studies Basic GED preparation is also offered online each • Math Skills for Business Careers quarter. Brush up classes are $25 per quarter. Classes are scheduled at various times throughout Bi-lingual the year. The classes are scheduled: (Spanish–English) GED Daytime Classes Bi-lingual Spanish–English GED 8:00am–11:00am...... Daily preparation classes are offered throughout 11:40am–2:30pm...... Daily the year. There is a Quarterly Tuition fee of $25 per student per quarter. Evening Classes Classes are conveniently scheduled as 6:00pm–9:00pm...... Monday–Thursday follows: Evening Classes 6:00pm–9:00pm...... Monday-Thursday

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External Diploma Planning for Student Tutoring Program Success/ESL Students enrolled in any of the Basic Studies classes may request and/or be The External Diploma Program (EDP) is This class is recommended for ESL students assigned a tutor. Adult volunteers from an opportunity for mature adults to earn a before entering a technical program. Renton and the surrounding area give high school diploma. The program assumes Students receive individual attention valuable assistance tutoring students that many adults have learned required to improve speaking, listening, reading individually or in small groups. skills at home or through work since they comprehension, writing, math, vocabulary, left school. After an initial assessment and and basic computer skills. Class work A tutor coordinator matches tutors with learning period, EDP consists of six detailed is based on the technical programs the the program’s instructional needs. The projects, followed by oral interviews, in students enter. instructor provides material and guidance which adults demonstrate competencies to ensure that the tutoring sessions such as oral and written communication, complement the student’s educational plan. computation, problem-solving, reading, Student Success in Volunteer tutors are needed for morning, and critical thinking. Technical Programs/ESL afternoon and evening classes on campus and at satellite locations. If you are EDP is offered year round. A $25 quarterly This course is designed to give individual interested in volunteering, please call fee is charged. Since there are no formal assistance to limited English speaking 425.235.5837. class meetings, participants and assessors students who are currently enrolled in arrange appointments based on individual technical programs. This class concentrates schedules. For more information, call the on helping students read, write, and Director of Basic Studies at 425. 235.5837. understand their assignments, including understanding vocabulary specific to the English as a Second student’s program. Help is also available for Language job interviewing and resume writing. The English as a Second Language (ESL) Off-Campus Basic program consists of day or evening classes for adults who have limited proficiency Studies Sites in English. These classes stress the basic Basic Studies classes are offered at the communication skills of listening, speaking, following locations: reading, and writing. Improved English skills will enable students to interact more • RTC Main Campus confidently in everyday situations, improve • WorkSource Renton on Grady Way consumer skills, apply for a job, and prepare • Kent Learning Center (Downtown for technical or other educational programs. Kent) Students are assessed at entry and placed in • WorkSource Affiliate Downtown a class consistent with their English fluency. Seattle Class levels are: • Springwood Apartments (Kent) • Level I • Hillcrest Special Services, Renton • Level II Highlands (Families That Work/Even Start Programs) • Level III • Jewish Family Services, Kent • Level IV Basic Studies • Puget Sound Training Center, Renton • Level V • Level VI There is a $25 quarterly fee for students having permanent residency status.

128 Renton Technical College Education For Life instructional Programs cates and Certifi Degrees

2008-2009 Catalog 1 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number ABDY 101 ABDY 112 ABDY 123 Estimating I Welding for Autobody Repair Metal Work Students identify replacement parts and Following instruction of the safe use Even though the use of plastic filler handwrite estimates using the Collision of the oxy acetylene and MIG welders, is accepted as the method of final Estimating Guide. Prepare for ICAR students are taught to weld to industry smoothing of metal irregularities, certification in DAM 01, DAM 02. standards with an emphasis placed on: proper metal rough out is critical for a shrinking mild steel; lifting out small professional repair. Students practice the dents with heat; plasma arc cutting; proper use of metal straightening tools ABDY 102 squeeze type resistance spot welding; and equipment. For their final project, Surface Preparation and Masking welded and adhesively bonded panel students repair a dented panel and make replacement; aluminum GTA welding ready for primer without the use of Students learn proper spray gun (TIG); aluminum GMA welding (MIG); fillers. care by a combination of classroom sheet metal MIG Quals test prep; Course Descriptions lectures, product seminars by paint automotive aluminum GMA test prep. company representatives, and Prepare for ICAR certification in WCA shop demonstrations. Techniques ABDY 128 01, 02, 03, 04, and WCS 01, 02, 03, 04, Autobody Structure and Mechanics for preparing various substrates 05. for topcoating are explained and Students are exposed to the various types demonstrated. Students practice these of automobile design concepts and their skills on autobody panels. Prepare for relationships to actual structural design. ICAR certification in REF 02. ABDY 113 Some basic mechanical principles are Autobody Repair Industry Careers discussed such as four-wheel alignment, Students investigate the various careers electrical theory, steel unibody, front ABDY 105 offered in the Autobody industry and and rear rails, floors and front structure., Paint Application I develop comprehensive job search plans. A-B-C-D pillars and rocker panels, electrical circuits and DVOM usage, Students become familiar with the suspension systems, wheel alignment, proper, safe and lawful use of topcoat and diagnostic systems. paint products. Sheet metal panels are ABDY 114 provided for students to practice spray Autobody Construction I techniques. Students learn how the unibody car is assembled and how parts work together ABDY 129 to form a strong unit. Teams of students Shop Management ABDY 106 disassemble and then re-assemble several Knowing the true costs of operating Color Theory, Application, Tinting, and automobiles. Basic panel adjustment and an autobody shop in today’s world can alignment are explained and practiced. be very surprising to many people. Blending Preparation for ICAR certification in Understanding the responsibility of Hue, value, and chroma, the three DAM 02, DAM 04, GLA 02, SPS 01, management and the many costs facing dimensions of color, and how they SPS 02, EXT 01. the company can also help the employee relate to automotive finish matches are better understand his role in making the explained and demonstrated in great business successful. detail. Students witness the effects of different light sources on various colors ABDY 116 and demonstrate their matching skills on Autobody Plastics Repair and panels. Prepare for ICAR certification in Refinishing ABDY 132 REF 03. Students are taught how to identify, Autobody Structure and Mechanics I repair, and refinish plastics used in The student is exposed to the various late model vehicles. Prepare for ICAR types of automobile design concepts and ABDY 111 certification in PLA 01, PLA 02. their relationships to actual structural HAZMAT, Personal Safety, and Refinish design. Some basic mechanical principles Safety are discussed such as four-wheel Students learn the proper and safe use alignment and electrical theory. of tools commonly used within the autobody industry. Environmental issues, applicable laws and ordinances and related safety concerns in the workplace are studied. Prepare for ICAR certification in WKR 01.

130 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number ABDY 159 ABDY 235 ABDY 259 Live Autobody Repair and Refinishing Door and Quarter Panel Replacement Advanced Live Autobody Repair and Descriptions Course Following successful completion of the Students replace an outer door panel and Refinishing previous three quarters of study, students a quarter panel on a damaged vehicle in Students repair collision damage on real practice dent removal techniques, the shop. Prepare for ICAR certification jobs practicing the competencies learned painting skills, project completion, in ADH 01, EXT 02. in prerequisite courses. design repair, write estimates, and complete approved project on live work in the shop. ABDY 240 ABDY 280 Advanced Autobody Repair Shop Safety and Human Relations ABDY 161 Students work hands-on and repair Following a review of the safety practices Math for Autobody Repair various types of damage on a number of to be adhered to in the autobody repair vehicles. Students are taught basic math skills industry, students learn how to get along including addition, subtraction, division, with others in the workplace and are and multiplication of whole numbers, encouraged to be a professional. Students fractions, decimals, and metrics. ABDY 241 also work with customers and fill out Advanced Surface Preparation and necessary job related paperwork. Prepare Masking for ICAR certification in CUS 01. ABDY 171 Following a review of ABDY 102, Communications for Autobody Repair Surface Preparation and Masking, using live work, students learn the skills and ABDY 291 Students are taught how to effectively Job Search Skills communicate verbally and in writing competencies necessary to prepare with students, technicians, and various substrates for refinishing. Students are instructed in job search customers. techniques for the autobody repair industry. Instruction deals with ABDY 242 teamwork and meeting employer Paint Application II expectations in a culturally diverse ABDY 231 workplace. Estimating II Students mix colors using a computerized Following a review of ABDY 101, paint mixing system and spray base coat Estimating I, students practice ordering and single-stage urethane paint of live work. ABDY 295 parts and supplies for live shop projects Co-op I using the new information in this course. Co-operative education experience ABDY 243 combines classroom instruction with Auto Detail approved industry work experience. ABDY 232 Students are supervised and mentored by Impact Analysis and Repair Following completion of repairs to the experienced industry technicians in local Students perform several different assigned auto shop project, the student autobody shops. Co-operative education structural sectioning techniques on cleans and details the car per instructor prepares students to successfully develop different structural members to ICAR approval. Preparation for ICAR job skills and obtain employment in the and industry standards. Using state-of- certification in REF 04. autobody industry. the-art frame and unibody straightening benches, students align autobody frames and shells. Prepare for ICAR certification ABDY 250 in DAM 02, DAM 03, DAM 04. Collision Related Mechanical Repair ABDY 296 Using a combination of classroom theory Co-op II and shop practice, students examine Co-operative education experience the effects of collision forces and study ABDY 234 combines classroom instruction with the resulting damage to the following Autobody Construction II approved industry work experience. mechanical systems: suspension, air Using damaged autos, students install Students are supervised and mentored by conditioning, heating, braking, and and align various autobody panels and experienced industry technicians in local active and passive restraints. Preparation glass to industry standards. Prepare for autobody shops. Co-operative education for ICAR certification in RES 01, RES ICAR certification in GLA 01, GLA 02. prepares students to successfully develop 02, STE 01, STE 02, STE 03. job skills and obtain employment in the autobody industry.

2008-2009 Catalog 131 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number ACCT 100 ACCT 123 ACCT 142 Basic Math for Accounting QuickBooks Algebra for the Paraprofessional This course prepares students for the This course introduces the student to This course prepares students for the basic math skills needed in many entry the QuickBooks computer software algebra needed in many positions level positions. It covers whole numbers, used to manage general ledgers, in business and industry. It includes fractions, decimals, ratio and proportion, accounts receivable, accounts payable, real numbers, linear equations and percent, signed numbers, geometry, units depreciation, inventory, payroll, and inequalities, factoring, problems solving, of measurement, graphs, and statistics. financial statements in a small business. and rational expressions. Prerequisite: Prerequisites: placement into ACCT 123 placement into MATH 085 or ACCT ACCT 105 or completion of ACCT 121 with a 2.0 142 or completion of ACCT 141 or GPA or higher. MATH 075 with a 2.0 GPA or higher. Computer Skills This course provides students with Course Descriptions fundamental computer skills for office ACCT 124 ACCT 143 employment through introduction Small Business Accounting Beginning Algebra for Accounting to a broad overview of computer This course introduces the student to This course is a continuation of ACCT concepts and applications. The student preprogrammed computer software used 142, Algebra for the Paraprofessional, learns the components of a computer to efficiently manage general ledgers, with extra emphasis on graphing, linear system and how they function, and is accounts receivable, accounts payable, systems, and exponents and polynomials. introduced to integrated software and depreciation, inventory, payroll and Prerequisite: placement into MATH 085 the use of computers in word processing financial statements in a small business. or ACCT 143 or completion of ACCT applications. The student develops or Prerequisite: placement into ACCT 110 142 or MATH 075 with a 2.0 GPA or strengthens ten-key and touch-typing or completion of ACCT 110 with a 2.0 higher. skills and improves speed and accuracy at GPA or higher. the keyboard. ACCT 150 ACCT 130 Introduction to Business Law ACCT 110 Cost Accounting This course is intended to provide Introduction to Financial Accounting This course provides an introduction the student with an overview and Practical accounting is taught with to cost accounting procedures relating application of the basic legal principles a vocational emphasis on analyzing, to compiling various elements of relating to the accounting and business classifying, recording, summarizing and manufacturing costs. Topics covered environments. Upon completion, the interpreting business transactions. include Direct Materials, Direct Labor student has a basic understanding of and Factory Overhead application. Job business law relating to: legal system, ACCT 121 Order and Process Costing systems are cyberlaw, contracts, and uniform also discussed. In addition, evaluation commercial code relating to sales, Accounting I techniques such as flexible budgets, warranties, products liability, and Accounting I is taught with an emphasis standards and variances are also covered. negotiable instruments. Employment law on analyzing, classifying, recording, Prerequisite: placement into ACCT 130 and employment discrimination are also summarizing, and interpreting business or completion of ACCT 202 with a 2.0 discussed. transactions of a Sole Proprietorship GPA or higher. company. ACCT 160 ACCT 132 Human Relations in an Accounting ACCT 122 Basic Excel Office Accounting II An introduction to Excel and its Students develop their basic employment A continuation of ACCT 121, students application to accounting functions. skills to levels to allow them to develop skills in recording accounts function successfully in a professional receivable, inventories, plant and ACCT 141 environment. Emphasis is on human equipment, asset valuation, notes relations skills, business leadership, receivable, and notes payable of a Sole Applied Math for Accounting business ethics, office safety and job Proprietorship company. Prerequisites: This course is a continuation of ACCT search skills. Placement into ACCT 122 or 100, Basic Math for Accounting, with completion of ACCT 121 with a 2.0 extra emphasis on geometry, units of GPA or higher. measurement, graphs, and statistics. Prerequisite: placement into ACCT 141 or completion of ACCT 100 with a 2.0 GPA or higher.

132 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number ACCT 179 ACCT& 203 ACCT 234 Taxation I - Individuals Principles of Accounting III Advanced Excel Descriptions Course This is a fundamental course designed This course is a continuation of the This course is a continuation of ACCT to introduce the student to the principles learned in ACCT 130, Cost 232, Intermediate Excel. It expands the preparation of federal income tax returns Accounting. Emphasis is on using student’s knowledge and skills in working for individuals. Basic tax principles accounting information to support and with Excel and Access. Prerequisite: relating to gross income, exemptions, assist decision making. Topics covered completion of ACCT 232 with a 2.0 standard and itemized deductions, tax include cost-volume-profit analysis, GPA or higher. computation, and credits are covered. budgeting, performance evaluation, and Income or loss from business and special business decisions. Students ACCT 273 rental activities, tax depreciation using also present their conclusions and MACRS, and capital gains and losses are analysis using a variety of methods such Government and Non-Profit also covered. Students prepare a series as written memorandum, budgeted Accounting income tax returns both manually and financial statements and reports, Students develop skills in accounting using tax preparation software. Students and PowerPoint slide presentations. and financial reporting for not-for- also explore researching tax questions via Prerequisite: placement into ACCT& profit organizations and state and local the internet. 203 or completion of ACCT 130 with a governments. Topics include general and 2.0 GPA or higher. special fund accounting for state and local governments, hospitals, charities, ACCT& 201 foundations, colleges, and universities. Principles of Accounting I ACCT 224 Students develop skills in recording Financial Applications transactions to specific areas of Models intended to provide a simulation ACCT 275 accounting including: accounts of selected projects or responsibilities Taxation II – Business Entities receivable, inventories, plant and that an accounting staff may experience This course is a continuation of ACCT equipment, asset valuation, notes in the workplace. Models may include 179, Taxation I - Individuals. Income receivable and notes payable. Emphasis such subjects as preparing a payroll; tax principles relating to business entities is on preparing general journal entries calculating and adjusting entries; will be studied. Specific topics covered in accordance with Generally Accepted entering invoices; paying invoices; are income tax consequences relating Accounting Principles (GAAP). This preparing a budget proposal; collecting to partnerships, limited partnerships, course builds upon the skills learned in past due accounts; preparing tax reports corporations, s-corporations and limited ACCT 110, Basic Math for Accounting. for state; and other varieties of projects. liability companies. In addition, payroll Prerequisite: placement into ACCT& Prerequisite: placement into ACCT 224 taxes and preparation of forms 940 201 or completion of ACCT 110 with a or completion of ACCT& 201 with a and 941 are studied. Finally, business 2.0 GPA or higher. 2.0 GPA or higher. taxes for the state of Washington are reviewed, including the Washington Business and Occupation tax, and State ACCT& 202 ACCT 231 Unemployment Tax. Principles of Accounting II Advanced Excel for Accounting This course incorporates the basics A continuation of beginning spreadsheet covered in ACCT 110 and ACCT& courses, students expand their knowledge ACCT 294 201 and relates them to more complex and skills in working with more Cooperative Work Experience accounting functions. Topics include advanced spreadsheets commands. A required cooperative work experience forms of business (proprietorships, Prerequisites: placement into ACCT 231 allows students to receive credit for work partnerships, and corporations), or completion of APP 121. experience appropriate to their training. internal control, debt and equity, Through cooperative work experience students have the opportunity to apply bonds, inventories, intangible assets, ACCT 232 depreciation, statement analysis, and learned skills and gain actual on-the-job cash flow. This course concentrates on Intermediate Excel experience while completing their course theory and assumes the student has some This course is a continuation of ACCT of study. background in accounting. Prerequisite: 132, Basic Excel. It expands the placement into ACCT& 202 or student’s knowledge and skills in working completion of ACCT& 201 with a 2.0 with Excel and Access. Prerequisite: GPA or higher. completion of ACCT 132 with a 2.0 GPA or higher.

2008-2009 Catalog 133 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number AOM 101 AOM 122 AOM 142 Principles Of Management Office Accounting II Office Procedures The achievement of organizational This course is a continuation of This practical course teaches current objectives through people and other Accounting I. Basic accounting procedural concepts and organizational resources is the main emphasis of this principles and procedures are reinforced. trends that deal with the essence of office course. Human and technical resources Additionally, the use of special journals, management today. Students will learn combined in a way to achieve the payroll and taxes, depreciation, notes and integrated office technologies such as organization’s goals will be thoroughly interest, uncollectibles, and inventory records management, computer systems, explored. systems are presented. personal growth and training and the office environment. AOM 110 AOM 131 Office Safety Introduction To Microcomputers AOM 151 Course Descriptions This course is a common sense approach Students become familiar with the basic Principles Of Supervision to training in health and safety standards components of the computer and its This course gives students a foundation for business offices. The course includes operating system. Students explore in practical supervision. Students will recognizing safety codes and procedures the WINDOWS environment and analyze many problems confronting that comply with state and federal some of the more common applications supervisors that reflect our changing regulations. associated with computers in the business work environment. Practical resolutions office. and strategies for the way we work AOM 111 with/for employees and employers are emphasized. Introduction To Business AOM 132 Students learn the foundations of the Word Processing Applications contemporary world of business. The This is a practical approach to learning AOM 161 free enterprise system, types of business the fundamentals of word processing Business Math/Calculators ownership, marketing, financing, TQM within a realistic business context. This course presents basic math and ethics and social responsibilities of Emphasis is placed on producing memos, skills students use in business-related business are some of the topics covered letters, resumes, reports and newsletters applications. Students gain practical in this course. using the many features of the software experience using, interpreting and program . calculating figures in everyday business AOM 112 forms such as invoices, reports, and AOM 133 others. Students learn 10-key calculator Office Accounting I proficiency and numeric keypad software This course presents a practical coverage Spreadsheet Applications designed specifically to reinforce skills. of commercial law students need to This course trains students in the understand for transactions and issues preparation and use of electronic in our dynamic world marketplace. spreadsheets. Students will learn the AOM 185 Relevant topics such as contracts, fundamentals of creating worksheets Human Relations in the Office property, agency, employer/employee using formulas, charts and graphs This course is designed to complement relations, insurance, wills and trusts are to manage and present information. HUM 101 by providing students with an emphasized through a combination of Emphasis is placed on enhancing and understanding of human behavior and lecture/discussion, selected case studies editing worksheet projects for a custom various leadership styles within an office and exercises. fit. setting. Emphasis is on the psychological and social pressures that people AOM 121 AOM 135 experience when they interact with each other in the business environment. Office Accounting I Database Applications Students gain a thorough background This course is about retrieving records in basic accounting procedures used to traditionally stored on paper such as AOM 291 operate a business. Fundamentals of the customers, inventories, sales and other Office Management Job Search accounting cycle are covered. Recording financial data. Data is organized into This course prepares students for job and classifying transactions through various report formats that can be used development through an emphasis on journalizing and posting, creating by management to make decisions. interviewing techniques and writing an worksheets, and adjusting and closing Application software includes the more effective resume. Students engage in job entries are practiced. Students prepare popular programs used in business today. information research and use available financial statements for management’s sources to secure employment. consideration and evaluation to complete the accounting cycle.

134 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number AOM 294 APP 106 APP 116 Cooperative Work Experience (Option) Keyboarding Skillbuilding I Word II Descriptions Course A cooperative work experience option This one-credit module prepares students This one-credit module prepares students may be available to qualified, approved to use computers in the classroom and to utilize more advanced word processing students, allowing them to receive credit in the workplace by developing existing features to increase the functionality of for work experience appropriate to their keyboarding skills through extensive, their documents. Students learn to utilize training. Through cooperative work focused practice at a computer keyboard. more advanced features of the word experience students have the opportunity Speed with accuracy is emphasized and processing software to create and format to apply learned skills and gain actual applied to standard business documents. tables, and work with graphics and mail on-the-job experience while completing merge documents utilizing a major word their course of study. APP 107 processing package. Keyboarding Skillbuilding II This one-credit module prepares students APP 120 Excel I APP 101 to use computers in the classroom and in the workplace by improving existing This one-credit module prepares students Introduction to Windows I keyboarding skills through extensive, to use a spreadsheet application in the This one-credit module prepares students focused practice at a computer keyboard. classroom and in the workplace. Students to use computers applications in the Speed with accuracy is emphasized and build, edit and format spreadsheets and classroom and in the workplace by giving applied to standard business documents. create charts for use in the classroom and a solid foundation in the knowledge and in the business environment utilizing a skills needed to work in the Windows major spreadsheet processing package. environment. Basic concepts and APP 110 programs used in windows are covered. Outlook I Effective use of Windows assists students This one-credit module offers a case- APP 121 in using all Windows-based applications. based, problem-solving approach to the Excel II basics of utilizing Outlook including This one-credit module prepares students APP 102 email, contacts and tasks and schedules. to utilize more advanced spreadsheet Real-World case scenarios that encourage features to increase the functionality Introduction to Windows II problem solving are used to simulate of their documents. Students learn to This one-credit module prepares students activities that may be encountered in the utilize more advanced features of the to use computers applications in the classroom or workplace. spreadsheet processing package such as classroom and in the workplace by working with formulas and functions, building on the foundation and learning APP 111 creating macros, and preparing to utilize more advanced features in worksheets for the web utilizing a major Windows as they customize the Windows Outlook II spreadsheet processing package. environment with the Control Panel, This one-credit module offers a case- learn to maintain a computer, and based, problem-solving approach to explore exchanging mail and news. the more advanced features of Outlook APP 125 Effective use of Windows assists students including integration with other Access I in using all Windows-based applications. Microsoft Office applications and This one-credit module prepares students customizing Outlook. Real-World case to use a database application in the APP 105 scenarios that encourage problem solving classroom and in the workplace. Students are used to simulate activities that may create tables, queries and forms as well Introduction to Keyboarding be encountered in the classroom or as reports for use in the classroom and This one-credit module prepares students workplace. in the business environment utilizing a to use computers in the classroom major database management software and in the workplace by learning the package. keyboard by touch and then developing APP 115 keyboarding skills through continuous, Word I focused practice at a computer keyboard. This one-credit module prepares students to word process documents in the classroom and in the workplace. Students create, edit and format documents for use in the classroom and in the business environment utilizing a major word processing package.

2008-2009 Catalog 135 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number APP 126 APP 140 APP 151 Access II Using the Internet I Publisher II This one-credit module prepares students This one-credit module prepares This one-credit module prepares students to utilize more advanced database students to navigate the World Wide to utilize more advanced publishing features to increase the functionality Web to access a variety of Internet features to increase the functionality of their documents. Students learn to resources available to business today. of their presentations. Students learn utilize more advanced features such as Basic concepts and programs used on to utilize more advanced features while modifying the structure, multiple table the Internet will be utilized including creating brochures, newsletters, booklets queries as well as creating forms with email, searching the Web, and gathering and form letters utilizing a major desktop sub forms utilizing a major database information from the Web. publishing package. management software package. APP 141 APP 170 Course Descriptions APP 130 Using the Internet II Digital Imaging I Basic HTML Design I This one-credit module prepares students This one-credit module prepares students This one-credit module offers a quick, to utilize more advanced features of the to utilize current digital imaging software visual, step-by-step approach to creating Internet to access a variety of Internet such as Photoshop in the classroom and and formatting Web pages using HTML. resources available to business today. in the workplace. Students learn through Real-World case scenarios that encourage More advanced concepts and programs a series of hands-on projects that build a problem solving are used to simulate are utilized including using Web based growing knowledge of the basic software activities that may be encountered when tools, advanced email, downloading features, such as exploring the digital using HTML to create or update Web programs, and increasing Web browser imaging environment, using selection pages. capabilities and security. techniques, working with layers, and painting using colors. APP 131 APP 145 Basic HTML Design II Powerpoint I APP 171 This one-credit module offers a quick, This one-credit module prepares students Digital Imaging II visual, step-by-step approach to adding to utilize a presentation application in This one-credit module prepares students graphics and multimedia to Web pages the classroom and in the workplace. to utilize the more advanced features of using HTML. Real-World case scenarios Students create, modify, and enhance a current digital imaging software such as that encourage problem solving are presentation for use in the classroom and Photoshop in the classroom and in the used to simulate activities that may in the business environment utilizing a workplace. Through a series of hands-on be encountered when using HTML to major presentation software package. projects students learn more advanced create or update Web pages. features, including using type elements APP 146 and filters, preparing images for the Web, and printing and publishing creations. APP 135 Powerpoint II Data Entry I This one-credit module prepares students This one-credit module prepares students to utilize more advanced presentation APP 175 to develop keyboarding skills through features to increase the functionality of Web Design I extensive keyboarding of alpha-numeric their presentations. Students learn to This one-credit module prepares students and keypad data. This course increases utilize more advanced features such as to utilize the basic features of current familiarity with actual business data customizing the presentation, enhancing web design software such as FrontPage entry applications to increase students’ charts, and embedding and linking for use in the classroom and in the knowledge of the importance of fast, objects in the presentation utilizing a workplace. Students learn through a accurate data entry in business today. major presentation software package. total-immersion, hands-on simulated business approach. Topics covered APP 136 APP 150 include adding graphic elements, creating tables, utilizing frames and layers, and Data Entry II Publisher I other special effects of the software. This one-credit module continues This one-credit module prepares students to develop keyboarding skills with to utilize a publishing application in the speed and accuracy through extensive classroom and in the workplace. Students keyboarding of alpha-numeric and create ads, flyers, tables and postcards for keypad data. Speed with accuracy is use in the classroom and in the business emphasized and applied to standard environment utilizing a major desktop business documents. publishing package.

136 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number APP 176 ASST 095 AUTC 112 Web Design II Clerical Skills Review Basic Shop Skills Descriptions Course This one-credit module prepares students This course provides a review of the basic Students learn fundamental automotive to utilize the more advanced features of business English, math and computer shop operations through classroom web design software such as FrontPage skills required for clerical work. and hands-on lab instruction in a live for use in the classroom and in the work environment. Topics include: workplace. Students learn through a ASST 110 vehicle identification, the use of service total-immersion, hands-on simulated information (publications, electronic business approach. Topics covered Introduction to Business Writing media, and web-based), care of customer include utilizing dynamic templates and Students are introduced to the basics of vehicles, handling repair orders, styles, developing navigational structures, business writing. procuring parts, proper use of hand creating forms, publishing websites, and tools, measuring devices, and fastener other advanced software features. ASST 120 applications. Students learn basic Keyboarding/Data Entry automotive services: vehicle inspection, oil changes, tire service, headlamp APP 180 Students develop speed and accuracy aiming, and basic diagnosis. Beginning Skill Development on an electronic keyboard through skill This three-credit module allows students development activities and data entry additional time to develop skills learned applications. AUTC 117 in the classroom. Students receive hands- Electrical/Electronic Systems I on practice with the skills learned in any ASST 144 Students learn electrical/electronic of the beginning modules. Introduction to Computer Applications theory, application, diagnosis and repair based on NATEF competencies through Students receive training on basic web-based, classroom, and hands-on lab APP 181 business computer applications using instruction in a live work environment. Windows and Microsoft Office Advanced Skill Development Topics include: batteries, starting applications, including word processing, This four-credit module allows students systems, charging systems, lighting spreadsheets, data bases, and graphics. additional time to develop skills learned systems, gauges, warning devices, driver in the classroom. Students receive hands- information systems, horns, wipers, on practice with the skills learned in any ASST 181 electrical accessories, schematic diagrams, of the more advanced modules. Human Relations and Career and testing equipment. Students prepare Readiness for ASE Certification in Electrical/ APP 191 This course helps students develop Electronic Systems (ASE certification Job Search Skills skills to assist in their personal and test A6). This two-credit module teaches students professional growth. Students learn the effective techniques to find employment. fundamentals of human relations in a AUTC 118 Students receive instruction on locating professional environment, including Brakes openings, evaluating companies, the basic tools to better understand Students learn brake and anti-lock writing resumes and application letters, co-workers, colleagues, customers and system theory, application, diagnosis and arranging for interviews, and presenting supervisors. Job-seeking skills, including repair based on NATEF competencies oneself effectively at interviews. developing resumes, cover letters and through web-based, classroom and portfolios are covered, as are interviewing hands-on instruction in a live work techniques. The importance of self- environment. Topics include: hydraulic APP 192 image, self-esteem and business etiquette Cooperative Work Experience systems, drum brakes, disc brakes, power is also discussed. assist, wheel bearings, parking brakes, Students may participate in a electrical systems, anti-lock brakes cooperative education option allowing and traction control systems. Students them to receive credit for on-the-job prepare for ASE Certification in Brakes work experience appropriate to their (ASE certification test A5). computer training. Through cooperative work experience, students have the opportunity to apply learned skills and gain actual on-the-job experience while completing their course of study.

2008-2009 Catalog 137 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number AUTC 124 AUTC 133 AUTC 204 Heating and Air Conditioning Manual Drive Train and Axles Automatic Transmissions/Transaxle Students learn heating and air Students learn manual transmission and Students learn automatic transmission/ conditioning system theory, application, drive train system theory, application, transaxle system theory, application, diagnosis and repair based on NATEF diagnosis and repair based on NATEF diagnosis and repair based on NATEF competencies through web-based, competencies through web-based, competencies through web-based, classroom and hands-on lab instruction classroom and hands-on lab instruction classroom, and hands-on lab instruction in a live work environment. Topics in a live work environment. Topics in a live work environment. Topics include: refrigeration systems, heating include: clutches, manual transmission/ include: maintenance and adjustment, systems, ventilation systems, operational transaxles, drive shafts, constant velocity in-vehicle repairs, removal, disassembly, controls, and refrigerant recovery, joints, differentials, and four wheel/all measurement, reassembly, reinstallation, recycling and handling. Students perform wheel drive systems. Students prepare for oil pumps, torque converters, valve refrigerant recovery and recycling per ASE Certification in Manual Drive Train bodies, and friction and reaction units. Course Descriptions EPA regulations and prepare for EPA and Axles (ASE certification test A3). Students prepare for ASE Certification in recycling certification. Students prepare Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (ASE for ASE Certification in Heating and Air AUTC 160 certification test A2). Conditioning (ASE certification test A6). Automotive Mathematics Students learn to identify and solve AUTC 216 AUTC 128 common automotive related mathematics Engine Performance Engine Repair problems including: weights and Students learn engine performance Students learn engine theory, measures, measurement systems, theory, application and diagnosis of operation, application, diagnosis, fraction to decimal conversions, rations, ignition, fuel, emissions and on-board disassembly, inspection, component proportions, English/metric conversions, diagnostic computer systems based measurement and reassembly based on brake and transmission hydraulics, on NATEF competencies through NATEF competencies through web- steering geometry, and mechanical, web-based, classroom and hands-on based, classroom and hands-on lab electrical, pressure and vacuum instruction in a live work environment. instruction in a live work environment. measurements. Topics include: engine diagnosis, Topics include: engine removal and computerized engine controls, ignition reinstallation, cylinder head diagnosis AUTC 181 systems, fuel systems, air induction and and repair, engine block diagnosis and exhaust systems, emissions controls and repair, lubrication systems, and cooling Safety/Environmental Issues related systems. Students prepare for systems. Students prepare for ASE Students learn proper safety procedures ASE Certification in Engine Performance Certification in Engine Repair (ASE in an automotive shop environment to (ASE certification test A8). certification test A1). protect themselves, their co-workers, their customers and the environment through web-based, classroom and AUTC 226 AUTC 132 hands-on lab instruction. Students are Electrical/Electronic Systems II Steering and Suspension introduced to information literacy and Students learn advanced automotive Students learn steering and suspension the proper use of library resources and electronics theory, application, system theory, application, diagnosis and the Internet. Topics include: personal diagnosis and repair based on NATEF repair based on NATEF competencies safety, proper use of shop equipment and competencies through web-based, through web-based, classroom and tools, identification, handling, storage classroom and hands-on lab instruction hands-on lab instruction in a live work and disposal of hazardous automotive in a live work environment. Topics environment. Topics include: steering waste, worker “Right to Know” hazard include: computerized control systems, systems, suspension systems, wheel communication, and the use and sensor operations and diagnosis, actuator alignment, wheels and tire. Students procurement of Material Safety Date operation and diagnosis, logic probes, prepare for ASE Certification in Steering Sheets. scan tools, lab scopes, and on-board and Suspension (ASE certification test diagnosis systems. Students prepare for A4). ASE Certification in Electrical/Electronic Systems (ASE certification test A6).

138 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number AUTC 230 AUTC 293 BAK 102 Advanced Vehicle Repair Co-op Ovens II Descriptions Course This course is instructor-directed. This course is instructor approved, paid In this advanced oven station the Student who need extra time to fulfill or unpaid work experience directly student has the opportunity to show the requirements of the NATEF related to the students courses of study. progressive skill and knowledge of the competencies are directed in the The hours worked during the cooperative baking process. Students are responsible completion of these projects. work experience/internship replace for properly timing the proofing of certain assigned lab hours within the yeasted products to include slashing and AUTC 271 program and must be arranged through decorative surfaces that are applied prior program instructors. to baking. Lastly, this station practices a Written Communication variety of toppings, appropriate garnishes Students learn the writing skills necessary BAK 101 and finishes for quick breads, yeast in an automotive service environment breads, Danish, laminated dough, coffee including: describing repairs, repair Ovens I cakes, a variety of pastry dough and procedures and repair suggestions on In this introduction to baking and oven batters, pies, tarts, cookies, and cakes a repair order, developing a written management, students learn about the for a professional finish in compliance repair estimate, requesting parts, different types of ovens in a commercial with industry standards. In addition, timekeeping, the use of electronic data baking facility: deck, rotating, rack, the student is responsible for the systems, completing job applications and convection and wood burning. All management of the ovens, ensuring that preparing a resume. seven steps in the baking process are there is space at the right temperature taught, from proper proofing methods, and at the needed time for the day’s AUTC 281 bake off, and finishing techniques. production. This station covers safety Students bake all types of products at Emission Certification procedures associated with operating proper temperatures so that the inside bakery equipment as well as the practice Students learn to diagnose and repair of a unit becomes completely baked of proper sanitation and food handling emissions failure vehicles based on State at the same time the crust achieves a techniques in accordance with the King of Washington, Department of Ecology desired color. Extensive discussion and County standards. (WSDOE) standards through web-based, practical exploration of the cause and classroom and hands-on lab instruction effects of proper baking methodologies, in a live work environment. Topics temperature and times to achieve desired BAK 103 include: exhaust gas analysis, computer outcomes; also explored is what happens Doughnuts scan diagnosis and repair, lab scope when the proper methodology is not Students develop skills and learn proper diagnosis and repair, on-board diagnostic followed. This station covers safety methodologies needed to produce a system II (OBDII) diagnosis and repair, procedures associated with operating variety of doughnuts: yeast-raised, soft testing methods and methodology, and bakery equipment as well as the practice dough, crullers and cake doughnuts. The the laws, rules and regulations governing of proper sanitation and food handling student has the opportunity to develop emission testing in Washington. Students techniques in accordance with the King the skills needed to produce a variety of prepare for WSDOE Authorized County standards. both yeast-raised and leavened doughs Emissions Specialist II certification. and batters. Fillings, glazes and finishes are produced and a variety of finishing AUTC 282 techniques are explored. Organization, Human Relations/Customer Relations timing, speed, safety and cleanliness are important factors in this sector of Students learn to interview customers, the Professional Baking industry. Fryer determine needed automotive repairs, safety and a cost analysis of doughnut and prepare a complete repair order with production is a necessary component of clear terms and descriptions of needed this station. This station covers safety repairs/services. Conflict resolution, procedures associated with operating employer/employee relationships, sexual bakery equipment as well as the practice harassment and other workplace issues of proper sanitation and food handling are covered. techniques in accordance with the King County standards. AUTC 292 Job Search Skills Students learn job search strategies, interviewing skills, resume preparation, and attributes that result in stable employment and promotion.

2008-2009 Catalog 139 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number BAK 104 BAK 106 BAK 108 Scaling Mixing II Pies and Tarts Students have the opportunity to In this advanced mixing station Advancing with their skills, students learn the baker’s balance scale, dry students continue to utilize all forms have the opportunity to prepare and measurements, liquid measurements and of measurement. Students have the work with a variety of pie and short safety rules. Students are introduced to opportunity to plan and manage daily doughs. Fruit, cream and chiffon filling electronic and portion scales, and US and production based on retail need and preparations are made using industry metric systems of measurement. Students special orders; they prioritize their methodologies. Students make up being to scale and learn the importance schedules to allow all stations involved and produce a wide range and variety of mis en place for production of enough time to complete their set forth of traditional and contemporary tarts products. Students gain skills needed tasks. The practice of proper mis en and individual tartlets with appropriate for simple mixing methods for yeast place and organization is required for finishes and garnishes. Students dough, various batters from mixes, daily and weekly production. Students continue to develop and use new Course Descriptions and the creaming method for short develop their present skills in a variety of vocabulary in regard to the industry doughs and icings. Students develop advanced mixing methods for naturally and demonstrate knowledge about and use new vocabulary in regard to the leavened, more slowly developed artisan the different ingredients used in a industry and demonstrate knowledge bread and rich yeast doughs. Advanced retail bakery. This station covers safety about the different ingredients used in a cake methods are made including procedures associated with operating retail bakery. This station covers safety egg foam, separated egg foam cakes bakery equipment as well as the practice procedures associated with operating and meringues are produced. Also, of proper sanitation and food handling bakery equipment as well as the practice a variety of advanced cookie doughs techniques in accordance with the King of proper sanitation and food handling and batters are also made during this County standards. techniques in accordance with the King time. Students continue to develop and County standards. use new vocabulary in regard to the BAK 109 industry and demonstrate knowledge Pastries BAK 105 about the different ingredients used in a retail bakery. This station covers safety Students have the opportunity to work Mixing I procedures associated with operating with puff pastry, pate au choux and Students continue to utilize the baker’s bakery equipment as well as the practice various short doughs. Pastry cream, balance scale, dry measurements, of proper sanitation and food handling Bavarian, mousses, curds, ganaches and liquid measurements, electronic and techniques in accordance with the King whipped cream fillings are made to portion scales, US and metric systems County standards. produce a variety of individual pastries of measurement. Students further that include: éclairs, napoleons, towers, their skill of mis en place for daily and meringue, and macaroon pastries. The weekly production. Students have the BAK 107 cutting, filling and final finishing are opportunity to enhance their skills in Cookies all important skills that are covered a variety of mixing methods for yeast In this introductory station students toward the final presentation of the dough using sponges and pre ferments, prepare a variety of cookies which range product. Students continue to develop advanced batters with various leavening in their consistency from almost thin, to and use new vocabulary in regard to the agents, chiffon, two-stage methods for soft, to very stiff, and prepare the major industry and demonstrate knowledge cakes, as well as cooked butter cream types of cookies: bagged, rolled, sheet, about the different ingredients used in a and icings. Students continue to develop and icebox. Students continue to develop retail bakery. This station covers safety and use new vocabulary in regard to the and use new vocabulary in regard to the procedures associated with operating industry and demonstrate knowledge industry and demonstrate knowledge bakery equipment as well as the practice about the different ingredients used in a about the different ingredients used in a of proper sanitation and food handling retail bakery. This station covers safety retail bakery. This station covers safety techniques in accordance with the King procedures associated with operating procedures associated with operating County standards. bakery equipment as well as the practice bakery equipment as well as the practice of proper sanitation and food handling of proper sanitation and food handling techniques in accordance with the King techniques in accordance with the King County standards. County standards.

140 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number BAK 110 BAK 112 BAK 114 Yeast Doughs I Puff Pastries Cakes II Descriptions Course Students have the opportunity to prepare Students have the opportunity to Student have the opportunity to learn yeast-raised and chemical leavened work predominately with puff pastry, more decorating techniques that include doughs for daily production. Muffins, developing the fine motor skills writing and figure piping. The use of quick breads, coffeecakes, scones, associated with their preparation from an air brush is also introduced. Daily as well as straight yeast doughs are the initial enrobing to the finished demonstrations and hands-on practice discussed and handled in this station. baton. Puff pastry requires the advanced include finishing of single layer cakes, The 12 steps of the yeast dough process knowledge gained from the previous cheese cakes, advanced cupcakes, are followed as well as proper mixing yeast dough stations. Learning to work poured cakes and simple decorations on methods for quick breads are practiced. with this classic dough the student special order cakes for the RTC retail The student has the opportunity to learn has the opportunity to produce classic bakery. Students continue to develop the importance of organized benchwork and contemporary pastries that play and use new vocabulary in regard to the and the effects it has on the finished an integral part of fine baking. Good industry and demonstrate knowledge product. Students continue to develop housekeeping and organization are about the different ingredients used in a and use new vocabulary in regard to the important to be able to produce retail bakery. This station covers safety industry and demonstrate knowledge good laminated doughs and to roll procedures associated with operating about the different ingredients used in a or mechanically sheet these different bakery equipment as well as the practice retail bakery. This station covers safety doughs to a specific thickness and of proper sanitation and food handling procedures associated with operating prepare a variety of saleable pastries. techniques in accordance with the King bakery equipment as well as the practice Students continue to develop and County standards. of proper sanitation and food handling use new vocabulary in regard to the techniques in accordance with the King industry and demonstrate knowledge BAK 115 County standards. about the different ingredients used in a retail bakery. This station covers safety Cakes III The accumulation of skills in previous BAK 111 procedures associated with operating bakery equipment as well as the practice stations prepares the student for Yeast Doughs II of proper sanitation and food handling advanced specialty and wedding Students have the opportunity to techniques in accordance with the King cakes. Students express their artistry, prepare yeast-raised and chemical County standards. imagination and an eye for color leavened doughs, for croissants, Danish combinations to produce a variety of pastries and various loaves. Students flowers, writing techniques, figure practice benchwork, the make-up of BAK 113 piping, airbrushing and drawings. Many advanced breads and the shaping of Cakes I different mediums are used including: rolls. Learning to shape, twist, cut Students have the opportunity to rolled fondant, marzipan, modeling and fill the dough pieces properly are learn how to split, fill and ice cakes in chocolate and tempered chocolate. important parts of the art and craft of preparation for decorating, top icing Students continue to develop and fine baking. Good housekeeping and techniques for cakes and cupcakes for use new vocabulary in regard to the organization are important to be able retail. Students work with a variety of industry and demonstrate knowledge to produce good laminated doughs butter creams and decorating mediums about the different ingredients used in a and to roll or mechanically sheet these and begin to practice the basics piping retail bakery. This station covers safety different doughs to a specific thickness techniques. Students continue to develop procedures associated with operating and prepare a variety of saleable pastries. and use new vocabulary in regard to the bakery equipment as well as the practice Students continue to develop and industry and demonstrate knowledge of proper sanitation and food handling use new vocabulary in regard to the about the different ingredients used in a techniques in accordance with the King industry and demonstrate knowledge retail bakery. This station covers safety County standards. about the different ingredients used in a procedures associated with operating retail bakery. This station covers safety bakery equipment as well as the practice procedures associated with operating of proper sanitation and food handling bakery equipment as well as the practice techniques in accordance with the King of proper sanitation and food handling County standards. techniques in accordance with the King County standards.

2008-2009 Catalog 141 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number BAK 116 BAK 118 BAK 190 French Pastries Bakery Operations II Capstone Students have the opportunity to use a This course provides an opportunity for The objective of this course is to fine- variety of techniques and methodologies lead positions in the bakery industry. tune the students’ acquired skills. learned in previous stations to produce Concentrating on the multi-tasking This time should be used for the classic and contemporary French associated with running a bakery the practice of selected techniques learned pastries, petit fours and simple truffles. student has the opportunity to gain in previous courses. The instructor Students’ attention to detail creates knowledge in the development of assigns the student a unique variety of these fanciful individual pastries. production lists, delegating assigned baked goods that are then produced in Students continue to develop and tasks, time management associated accordance with industry standards. use new vocabulary in regard to the with production, and is able to fill- The student prepares a written paper industry and demonstrate knowledge in at stations as needed throughout on a seasonal holiday and a specialty about the different ingredients used in a the day. The student gains experience baked product fitting that occasion, Course Descriptions retail bakery. This station covers safety working with vendors and stations using a library of their choice. Students procedures associated with operating to ensure a smooth running facility. present the paper in a five to ten- bakery equipment as well as the practice Students continue to develop and minute presentation to the class. In of proper sanitation and food handling use new vocabulary in regard to the addition, the student submits his or her techniques in accordance with the King industry and demonstrate knowledge final cumulative portfolio for review. County standards. about the different ingredients used in a Students continue to develop and retail bakery. This station covers safety use new vocabulary in regard to the BAK 117 procedures associated with operating industry and demonstrate knowledge bakery equipment as well as the practice about the different ingredients used in a Bakery Operations I of proper sanitation and food handling retail bakery. This station covers safety Through the RTC retail bakery venue techniques in accordance with the King procedures associated with operating the students have the opportunity to County standards. bakery equipment as well as the practice learn the importance of skills associated of proper sanitation and food handling with a successful retail establishment. BAK 170 techniques in accordance with the King They practice customer service and County standards. product management skills that include Industry Communications appropriate positioning, placement, Students work efficiently with co- seasonal and tie in displays. Students workers, employers, customers, sales BIR 101 have the opportunity to learn opening representatives and others in the Introduction to Band Instrument and closing duties associated with daily workplace. Topics include cultural Repair service and related storeroom duties. sensitivity, sexual harassment, team This course introduces the new students Students continue to develop and playing, supporting fellow workers and to the field of Band Instrument Repair. use new vocabulary in regard to the leadership. Interview and job search It also familiarizes them with Renton industry and demonstrate knowledge techniques are addressed. Technical College. Class discussions about the different ingredients used in a cover topics such as course descriptions, retail bakery. This station covers safety BAK 180 tool and material requirements, rules of procedures associated with operating the shop, class conduct, and the specifics bakery equipment as well as the practice Human Relations of the trade. of proper sanitation and food handling Students work efficiently with co- techniques in accordance with the King workers, employers, customers, sales County standards. representatives and others in the BIR 102 workplace. Topics include cultural Shop Practices and Safety for Band sensitivity, sexual harassment, team Instrument Repair playing, supporting fellow workers and Students learn the fundamentals of shop leadership. Interview and job search safety and shop layout/design. Students techniques are addressed. learn the proper use and maintenance of hand and power tools. Additionally, the student learns the proper use, storage, and disposal of chemical cleaning, degreasing, and surface preparation reagents used commonly in the trade, as well as environmental consideration in the use and disposal of chemical agents.

142 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number BIR 103 BIR 124 BIR 130 Band Instrument Cleaning and Clarinet Family Repair Techniques Advanced Woodwind Repair Descriptions Course Sanitization This course introduces students to Techniques Students learn proper cleaning specific repair techniques of members of This course expands on the basics techniques on instruments of the the clarinet family, focusing on padding, of woodwind repair through the woodwind and brasswind families. This regulation and body repair techniques. introductions of advanced techniques course includes instruction in the Texas- Students learn specific aspects of repair including: tonehole and chimney style flush, ultrasonic cleaning, and other related to instruments of the clarinet replacement; barrel shortening, tenon techniques. Emphasis is placed on the family. It also gives them the opportunity rebuilding and other topics appropriate safe storage, use and the proper disposal to fabricate specialized tools and learn to the advanced woodwind technician. of chemicals used in the repair industry. to repair clarinet instrument cases and Additional techniques specific to oboe latches. Students learn the history and and bassoon repair are also covered in development of the clarinet. Prerequisite: this course. BIR 104 successful completion of BIR 123, Soldering and Brazing Techniques Woodwind Padding Techniques. Students learn the proper techniques of BIR 134 soft soldering and brazing woodwind and Woodwind Performance and Testing brasswind parts using acetylene and oxy- BIR 125 Techniques acetylene equipment. Information on Saxophone Family Repair Techniques This course introduces students to the use of different types of solders and This course introduces students to basic playing and testing techniques on fluxes is included. specific repair techniques of members flute, clarinet, and saxophone through of the saxophone family, focusing on individual and group lessons. The padding, regulation and body repair BIR 115 emphasis of this course is proper tone techniques. Students learn specific production, hand position, and the Dent Removal Techniques aspects of repair related to instruments of development of alternate fingerings Students learn proper techniques of the saxophone family. It also gives them culminating in the performance of a dent removal on brass and nickel band the opportunity to fabricate specialized two-octave chromatic scale on each instruments. Instruction is provided tools and learn to repair saxophone instrument. Additionally, students learn in the use of dent hammers, dent balls instrument cases and latches. Students play-testing patterns specific to each and barrels, mandrels, burnishers, and learn the history and development of instrument. other tools of the industry. Additional the saxophone. Prerequisite: successful instruction is provided in the use of the completion of BIR 124, Clarinet Votaw® pneumatic tools, Ferree’s Dent Family Repair Techniques and BIR 134, BIR 135 Machine® and the C.G. Conn Dent Woodwind Performance and Testing Piston Valve Instrument Repair Eraser®. Techniques. Techniques This course introduces students to BIR 122 BIR 126 general brasswind repair, focusing The Percussion Instruments on playing condition and overhaul Flute Family Repair Techniques techniques of small and large piston Students learn preventive and basic This course introduces students to valve instruments. Students learn specific maintenance of percussion instruments specific repair techniques of members of aspects of repair related to trumpets, including: snare and field drum; bass the flute family, focusing on padding, cornets, baritones, euphoniums, tubas drum; timpani; mallet percussion; and regulation and body repair techniques. and Sousaphones as well as special dent cymbals. Students learn specific aspects of repair removal and soldering techniques. It also related to instruments of the flute family. gives them the opportunity to fabricate BIR 123 It also gives them the opportunity to specialized brasswind tools and learn Woodwind Padding Techniques fabricate specialized tools and learn to repair brass instrument cases and to repair flute instrument cases and This course introduces students to latches. Students learn the history and latches. Students learn the history and development of the piston valve and general woodwind padding, focusing development of the flute. Prerequisite: on tonehole preparation, adhesive advancements made in valve design and successful completion of BIR 125, fitting. properties and pad selection techniques. Saxophone Family Repair Techniques. Students learn specific aspects of pad materials and construction, properties of common adhesives and the techniques of basic padding of the clarinet, flute and saxophone.

2008-2009 Catalog 143 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number BIR 136 BIR 150 BIR 188 Advanced Brass Repair Techniques Capstone Project in Band Instrument Employment Skills for Band This course expands on the basics Repair Instrument Repair of brass repair through additional This project is designed to provide Students create and fully develop instruction and practice covering the graduating student-technician a résumé appropriate to the Band parts fabrication and modifications to with a final experience in band Instrument Repair trade. Students existing instruments that enhance their instrument repair. The culmination of prepare for job interviews with playability and dependability. this course includes the repair of an simulations and bench tests. instrument along with comprehensive Participation in actual job searches BIR 137 documentation of the techniques applied and interviews, where appropriate, is by the student for presentation to encouraged. Rotary Valve Instrument Repair potential employers. Techniques Course Descriptions This course introduces students to BIR 191 advanced brasswind repair, focusing BIR 161 String Instrument Repair for the Band on playing condition and overhaul Mathematics for Band Instrument Instrument Technician techniques of rotary valve instruments. Repair This course introduces students to Students learn specific aspects of repair Students learn how to measure general string repair, focusing on those related to rotary values including rotary woodwind pads using fractional and items necessary to place the instrument valve fitting and repair techniques. metric systems and operate calipers, in playing condition. Students learn It also gives them the opportunity to micrometers and other measuring specific string related repair including: fabricate specialized rotary valve repair tools as they relate to band instrument tuning methods; restringing; tuning peg tools. Students learn the history and repair. Students learn business math and gear replacement; bridge, nut, and development of the rotary valve and applications as they relate to the band tailpiece repairs; soundboard repairs and advancements made in valve design and instrument service technician. refinishing. fitting. BIR 173 BIR 192 BIR 138 Written and Oral Communications for Machining Topics for Band Instrument Trombone Repair Techniques Band Instrument Repair Repair Technology This course introduces students to This class is an introduction to the This course introduces students to advanced brasswind repair, focusing terminology and nomenclature of the equipment that is available for use in on playing condition and overhaul band instrument repair technician. the band instrument repair industry. techniques of the trombone. Students Students practice skills through Safe operation of lathing and milling learn specific aspects of repair related simulated interactions with clients and equipment are included as well as the to trombone handslides including music educators. Students develop skills application of power equipment in the general repair and overall techniques. in the reading of parts diagrams and field of brass and woodwind repair. Prerequisite: successful completion ordering of supplies. Students fabricate small replacement of BIR 137, Rotary Valve Instrument parts for use on musical instruments. Repair Techniques. BIR 185 Human Relations for Band Instrument BLRS 110 BIR 144 Repair Boiler Operator Licensing Class 3 & 4 Brasswind Performance and Testing Students learn concepts of employer- Students review boiler and pressure vessel Techniques employee, employee-employee, and construction and operation of steam and This course introduces students to customer relations and negotiation hot water heating plants and systems, basic playing and testing techniques on skills. Also covered are interpersonal including moderate size high-pressure trumpet, trombone, and tuba through relationship skills necessary to function boilers. This class prepares individuals individual and group lessons. The as a productive member of a working for a third or fourth grade license emphasis of this course is proper tone team. Discussions of topics relating to examination with the City of Seattle and production, hand position, and the cultural and gender-sensitive issues relate the Tacoma Steam Advisory Certification development of a one-octave chromatic these issues to the work place. Board. Eighty hours of observation time scale on each instrument. Additionally, may be required in order to qualify for students learn play-testing patterns license examination. Textbook required. specific to each instrument.

144 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number BLRS 111 CBE 103 CBE 111 Boiler Operator’s Lab National Electrical Code Control Fundamentals Descriptions Course Students develop and practice operating This course is designed to help students This course provides a study of the and maintenance procedures on RTC’s understand the National Electrical Code, various control fundamentals, terms, existing steam and hot water boilers. focusing on sections of the Code that interlocks and electrical safety as This course qualifies for the eighty hours relate to maintenance work done by related to commercial and industrial of boiler operator observation for the individuals working in the industrial and applications. City of Seattle and the Tacoma Steam commercial maintenance fields. Advisory Certification Board. CBE 112 CBE 104 Pneumatic Controls and Lab BUS& 201 Computer Fundamentals and Lab This course offers a study of pneumatic Business Law This course provides an introduction control theory related to HVAC This course is intended as a continuation to the hardware, operating systems and systems. Part of this course is a hands- of the concepts and principles covered application programs used by individuals on lab featuring components, system in ACCT 150, Introduction to working in the industrial and commercial construction and interlocks to other Business Law. Upon completion, the maintenance fields. types of control systems. student has a basic understanding of business law relating to: business CBE 105 CBE 113 organizations, corporate financing, agency and employment, antitrust law, Boiler Operators Preventive Maintenance and Lab real and personal property. Prerequisite: This course consists of the care and This course covers developing, Completion of ACC 150 with a C or operation of boilers in preparation for implementing, and using manual and better or instructor permission. the City of Seattle’s boiler operator computerized preventive maintenance exams. Electrical interlocks and programs for electrical, plumbing and schematics along with confined space HVAC systems found in the industrial CAPS 101 entry regulations as used in the industrial and commercial maintenance fields. PCs & Applications Basics and commercial maintenance fields are An introduction to the PC, Windows, also covered. CBE 115 and Microsoft application software. Refrigeration and A/C System No previous computer experience is CBE 106 required. Purchase class materials in RTC Applications for refrigeration and air Bookstore prior to first class. Boiler Lab conditioning systems, including package This is a hands-on lab for the beginning unit and split system air conditioners and boiler operator to develop and practice heat pumps, reciprocating, centrifugal, CBE 101 good operating and maintenance and absorption chillers, and reach-in Fundamentals of Electricity and Lab procedures on boilers. System layout, and walk-in coolers and freezers as This course covers basic electrical theory, components and interlocks found in the used in the industrial and commercial testing, troubleshooting, schematics industrial and commercial maintenance fields are covered. Refrigeration and and symbols, circuit construction plus fields are also covered. air conditioning electrical schematics other related items used in the industrial and CFC certification is part of this and commercial maintenance fields. CBE 107 curriculum. Lock-out/tag-out regulations are also Refrigeration and A/C Fundamentals included. Part of this course is a hands- CBE 116 on lab featuring components, wiring and This course covers refrigeration cycle application of basic electrical systems. and theory, components and interlocks, HVAC/Plumbing Distribution and electrical and refrigeration safety for This course is a study of components, industrial and commercial refrigeration construction and application of HVAC CBE 102 and air conditioning applications. and plumbing systems as found in Advanced Electrical and Lab commercial and industrial sites. This course includes single phase and CBE 108 multiple phase installation, repair, and maintenance including branch and feeder Refrigeration Lab circuits as found in the industrial and This course is a hands-on lab for commercial applications. Part of this individuals working in the industrial course is a hands-on lab featuring the and commercial maintenance fields to components, wiring and applications of develop and practice good operating and single phase and three phase systems. maintenance procedures on refrigeration equipment. Refrigeration recovery, reclaim, and charging are covered.

2008-2009 Catalog 145 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number CBE 117 CBE 170 CBE 206 Safety and Health Communications for the Stationary Air and Water Balancing and Lab This course covers the required basic 16- Engineer This course covers air and water hour American Heart Association course This course helps students develop the balancing theory for HVAC systems as which includes the study and practice of general communication skills required found in commercial buildings. The Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) in the industrial and commercial interaction of the electrical, control, and other skills needed in providing maintenance environments. The course and HVAC systems are included along first aid to the injured for an individual includes written, oral, and interpersonal with the interpretation of air and water working in the industrial and commercial communications as used by maintenance, balance reports related to mechanical maintenance fields. electrical, and plumbing workers. blueprints.

CBE 118 CBE 180 CBE 207 Course Descriptions Critical Systems Human Relations and Leadership Indoor Air Quality This course is the study of the Skills This course helps students interpret fundamentals of mission critical This course helps students increase their indoor air quality regulations, how systems designed to maintain reliability, self-awareness and leadership skills to get to comply with them, and how to availability and resiliency of electrical, along with co-workers, employers, and determine if new/remodeled buildings mechanical, and digital systems. Students clients in the industrial and commercial meet these regulations in commercial in the industrial and commercial maintenance fields. buildings. It includes how to handle building maintenance fields learn the everyday IAQ problems and how to skills needed to operate and maintain prevent and solve problems effectively. mission critical equipment and systems. CBE 190 LEED Green Building This course is an overview of the CBE 208 CBE 150 Leadership in Energy and Environmental Instrumentation for Stationary Hazardous Waste Management Design (LEED) Green Building system Engineers This course provides a study of for the design, construction and This course is an overview of measuring handler’s duties and responsibilities, operation of high performance green devices and instrumentation use in the record keeping requirements and buildings. The main focus is on LEED commercial building maintenance field. proper handling, storage and disposal for Existing Buildings whole-building It covers the theory, application and procedures of hazardous waste found in cleaning and maintenance issues, operating principles of instrumentation the typical commercial and industrial recycling programs, exterior maintenance in the industry. fields. Interpretation of the regulations, programs, and systems upgrades. employer responsibility, and contractor surveillance for the most common CBE 210 hazardous waste encountered by building CBE 204 Programmable Logic Controls Lab and plant maintenance workers is Architectural Prints and Lab This course is a hands-on lab covering covered. This course helps students learn how the wiring of the input and output to read and interpret commercial components along with basic program building’s architectural, mechanical and design, writing and implementation of CBE 160 electrical blueprints and understand their PLCs as used in industrial applications. Math Refresher relationship to actual building systems. This is a refresher course of practical mathematics used by individuals working CBE 211 in the industrial and commercial CBE 205 Programmable Logic Controls and maintenance fields. The gas laws, heat Fire and Life Safety Systems Fundamentals load calculations and various common This course is designed to acquaint the This course covers programmable logic electrical calculations are covered. individual working in the commercial control theory related to industrial environment with various types, applications. Components and system construction and application of fire construction in different industrial and life safety systems, and what their applications are covered at the individual response should be in an emergency equipment level. situation.

146 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number CBE 212 CHCAS 125 CIV 106 Advanced Programmable Logic Child Development Associate I Orthographic Projections and Sections Descriptions Course Controls and Lab The first step in CDA credentialing. Students learn the basic principles of This course provides a more advanced Students acquire knowledge and orthographic projection, auxiliary views, study of programmable logic controls understanding of how children section views, and isometric projections related to industrial applications. Part develop and learn the skills a teacher with an emphasis on its use in civil of this course is a hands-on lab featuring needs to promote healthy growth and drafting. components, system construction, wiring development for infants, toddlers, and and the programming of PLCs as used in pre-schoolers. During this quarter, the CIV 111 industrial applications. first five functional areas are covered: safe, healthy, learning environments, Field Surveying Lab for Civil CADD physical and cognitive development. Course consists of practical field CBE 213 Employment/internship in an early surveying assignments including taping, Motor Control Principles childhood facility required. leveling, horizontal and vertical angle This course includes single phase and measurement, Electronic Distance multiple phase installation, and repair Measurement, traverse surveys, and and maintenance of motor controls as CHCAS 126 equipment maintenance and calibration. used in industrial applications. Child Development Associate II Students keep manual and electronic Provides students with the opportunity field notes. to acquire knowledge and understanding CBE 214 of how children develop and skills CIV 113 Mechanical Prints and Lab a teacher needs to promote healthy This course helps students learn how growth and development for infants, Introduction to Computer Aided to interpret industrial blueprints and toddlers, and pre-schoolers. During this Design understand their relationship to actual quarter, the following areas are covered: Course provides a thorough introduction equipment and systems as it applies to communication, creativity, self-esteem, to the applications and uses of AutoCAD industrial applications. and social development. Employment/ in the civil engineering environment. internship in an early childhood facility Students learn PC workstation CBE 215 required. components, configuration and command structure, pull down menus Mechanical Maintenance and Lab and special access commands, geometric This course is designed to acquaint CHCAS 127 construction, dimensioning, and drawing individuals with maintenance techniques Child Development Associate III editing. for belts, pulleys, sprockets, gears, Provides students with the opportunity and other mechanical parts found in to acquire knowledge and understanding industrial settings. of how children develop and skills a CIV 125 teacher needs to promote healthy growth Road Design CBE 216 and development for infants, toddlers, Students learn the basic principles of road and highway design. Topics covered Welding Fundamentals and Lab and pre-schoolers. During this quarter, the following areas are covered: guidance, include: flexible and rigid pavement This course covers gas cutting, families, program management, and systems, route location, horizontal brazing, and soldering and electrical professionalism. Employment/internship and vertical alignments, plan details, welding (stick, MIG and TIG) used by in an early childhood facility required. earthwork calculations, profiles, cross individuals working in an industrial sections, and utilities layouts. State maintenance environment. Most of this and county guidelines for planning, course is a hands-on lab featuring various CIV 101 design, and construction are used as types of welders and applications. Introduction to Civil Drafting reference materials. Students work in the An introduction to the civil drafter’s role computer lab using AutoCAD and the CBE 217 in industry. Course topics include the Land Development Desktop software to Motor Control Lab fundamentals of manual civil drafting generate a complete sets of plans. such as: scale and its effect on paper This course is a hands-on lab featuring sizes, dimensional layout, geometric the components, wiring and applications constructions including tangencies and of motor control systems as used in perpendicularity, line types, legends, industrial applications. notes, revisions, and title blocks. Students work on sample site plans using related drafting tools.

2008-2009 Catalog 147 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number CIV 131 CIV 161 familiarized with the science and Computer Familiarization Technical Mathematics for Civil CADD I technology of GIS and how it supports This course introduces the student to This course is an introduction to civil projects. They are given hands-on the basic CAD workstation. Students mathematics used in civil CADD. laboratory introduction to the use of GIS not only learn and operate connected Topics include operations with real software. peripherals such as printers and numbers, exponents and radicals, and CIV 294 plotters, but are also exposed to internal operations with algebraic equations. components such as power supplies, An introduction to right triangle Cooperative Education/Internship motherboard, disk drives, hard drives, trigonometry is included. This course provides the option of and basic features of the Windows cooperative/internship training in Civil operating system. Drafting, within the prescribed hours of CIV 162 the student’s program of study. Instructor Technical Mathematics for Civil approval is required, and the experience Course Descriptions CIV 151 CADD II can be either paid or unpaid. (Hours to Advanced Computer Applications A continuation of CIV 161 with 180 and credits to 5). The students continue working the trigonometry of oblique triangles. An Autodesk Land Development module introduction to typical geometric figures CONST 101 and Civil 3D products. An introduction and solids is included with calculation Introduction to Construction and to customization to include aliases and of areas and volumes for different shapes Architecture keyboard commands is also included. and solids. An overview of construction markets, Labs include productivity training and factors driving investment in building, preparation of finished drawings for CIV 163 role of design, and careers pathways in different types of projects such as roads construction. Includes terminology and and subdivisions. Physics for Civil CADD business practices: estimating, bidding, Student learn basic physics principles as scheduling, and project management. they apply to the civil engineering field. The concepts of displacement, velocity, CONST 105 CIV 156 and acceleration, stress, and strain, mass, Spanish for Construction Supervisors Subdivision Design density, and fluid flow are covered. This course covers Spanish vocabulary Covers the many aspects of land CIV 183 relevant to the construction industry, development from legal requirements, Human Relations and Workplace and basic grammatical structures used urban planning, zoning, project planning Readiness in Spanish. The course is designed for and subdivision geometry to the Students learn the career paths available supervisors in the construction industry engineering design of grading, drainage, within the civil engineering field. An who want to learn some simple Spanish streets and earthwork. Lab work includes overview of the different segments within in order to communicate more effectively developing complete sets of plans the industry with an aim to illustrate with Spanish-speaking employees. using the Autodesk Land Development the skills and knowledge required. Desktop module and the Autodesk Civil The importance of lifelong learning is 3D software. CONST 113 emphasized. This course also prepares Excel for Construction Accounting students to seek and obtain employment CIV 159 by providing instruction in job search Basic Excel functions are taught using Scheduling and Estimating strategies, resume writing, interview problems based on accounting practices used for construction projects. Students learn how to calculate labor and skills, and career planning. Students are material costs using material take-off lists also instructed in employability traits and project plans. Lab activities include such as work ethic, human relations, CONST 115 the use of spreadsheets to perform personal appearance and grooming, Accounting for Construction calculations. The students also study punctuality, and corporate citizenship. Management The students prepare a portfolio with the different phases of a construction Learn basic accounting principles and samples of their work throughout the project and the basic principles of project how to utilize them for the construction program. management and scheduling. industry. Review how to track resources on construction accounting systems CIV 248 and how to manage costs, cash flow and Introduction to Geographic profits at a project level. Information Systems Course provides an introduction to the concepts and uses of Geographic Information Systems. Students are

148 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number CONST 140 CONST 202 CONST 260 Construction Plan Reading Quantity Survey and Estimating Project Management Descriptions Course Learn to read and interpret a variety of Learn how to estimate material, labor, Learn about project organization and construction plan drawings. Overview and other costs for construction projects. the role of scheduling, quality assurance, includes schedules, views, symbols, and safety management, cost control, and stylistic conventions for the construction CONST 225 recordkeeping. Includes factors that industry. affect how company decisions are made, Contract Administration implemented and evaluated. Understand Course covers the typical elements of a CONST 155 management styles and procedures for construction contract, as well as analysis, how general contractors, subcontractors, Construction Equipment interpretation, and implementation of and suppliers coordinate, negotiate, and An overview of construction equipment contracts. resolve disputes. commonly used in the industry, including safety consideration, cost, and CONST 230 logistics. CONST 261 Planning and Scheduling Human Relations for the Construction Understand how to plan a critical path Industry CONST 160 by allotting time for each activity within Covers work styles, team building, and Materials and Methods a project. Identify risks and alternative leadership techniques. Related topics Influence of design constraints, material strategies to meet project milestones. include roles and responsibilities, task choices, and options for methods of Introduction to scheduling software. delegation, harassment prevention, installation and construction. Includes racial and cultural awareness, problem commonly used building techniques for CONST 231 solving skills, conflict resolution, time steel, wood, masonry, and concrete. Microsoft Project 2007 for management, performance evaluation, Construction Management and e-mail etiquette. Practice resolving peer-to-peer, peer-to-supervisor, and CONST 183 This class is an introduction to Microsoft company-to-company scenarios. Mechanical and Electrical Systems Project. Create Gantt and PERT charts, Introduction on how to read and resource sheets, and calendars. Taylor interpret mechanical and electrical your reports to the nature of the project. CONST 262 drawings and specifications. Emphasis Develop a project plan that identifies Labor Agreements on integrating the scope of work into tasks, organizes tasks into a schedule, Course covers the development and the total project. Major areas covered assigns resources and manages budgets. implementation of project labor are HVAC, plumbing, electrical and fire Prerequisite: keyboarding skills and agreements on large commercial sprinklers. familiarity with MS Windows. construction projects. Case studies are discussed. CONST 185 CONST 250 Civil Construction Safety and Accident Prevention CONST 270 Introduction to road, storm drainage, Learn to implement company safety Structural Design water and sewer system construction. plans and procedures. Topics covered Learn how to recognize, interpret and WSDOT/APWA standard specifications include identifying and minimizing job implement the structural requirements plans and environmental impact review hazards, complying with WISHA and of a construction project working from included. OSHA requirements, and understanding the ground up. This includes design a safety communications plan. criteria for concrete, steel, and wood CONST 190 construction. Engineering concepts are Cooperative Work Experience, Trades CONST 251 reviewed such as dead and live loads, shear and moments, and engineering A cooperative work experience option Safety Planning and Administration notations. may be available to qualified, approved Learn to develop company safety plans students, allowing them to receive and procedures. Topics covered include credit for work experience appropriate training, documenting, and creating a to their training. Through cooperative safety-conscious climate on the job site. work experience, students have the Prerequisite: CONST 250, Safety and opportunity to apply learned skills and Accident Prevention. gain actual on-the-job experience while completing their course of study. This class covers work experience in the trades that a construction manager would typically supervise.

2008-2009 Catalog 149 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number CONST 280 CNT 151 CNT 252 Building Codes CompTIA A+ Essentials Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Study of the International Building This course introduces students to This is a comprehensive course that Code includes review of minimum fire operating systems for Intel-based explores a broad spectrum of essential and safety standards, introduction to PC-style personal computers and topics. It prepares students to be IT the permit process and environmental workstations. Students install, configure, professionals who work in medium regulations for design, construction troubleshoot, and perform system to large companies. Students analyze of buildings, and use and occupancy recovery for many computer operating business requirements and design classifications. Definitions and systems. Emphasis is placed on Microsoft solutions for system architectures, and requirements for types of construction, DOS, Windows for Workgroups, gain experience implementing and egress width, exits access, and Windows 98, Windows XP Pro and administering a network operating accessibility are also covered. Windows Vista. This courses matches the system in a Local Area Network and objective of the corresponding CompTIA connecting to the Internet. This course Course Descriptions CONST 290 A+ exam. includes extensive hands-on training. Students perform most functions studies Cooperative Work Experience, CNT 156 on network equipment and through Construction Management simulations. A cooperative work experience option CompTIA A+ IT Technician may be available to qualified, approved Students learn to maintain and upgrade students, allowing them to receive Intel-based PC-style personal computers. CNT 253 credit for work experience appropriate They learn to install, upgrade, and Windows Server 2008 Network to their training. Through cooperative optimize memory, disk drives, CD-ROM Infrastructure work experience, students have the drives, graphic cards, serial and parallel This course expands the knowledge opportunity to apply learned skills ports, and printers as they acquire other and skills acquired in CNT 252, and gain actual on-the-job experience basic computer skills. Basic familiarity Windows Server 2008 Active Directory. while completing their course of study. with PC terminology and elementary Students gain understanding of network This class covers work experience as a knowledge of DOS and Windows are technologies commonly used with construction manager. recommended. This course matches Windows Server 2008 and IP-enabled the objectives of the corresponding networks. Students plan and manage CompTIA A+ exam. CNT 111 server lifecycle, develop and evaluate baselines for monitoring and managing Survey of Electronics with CNT 159 server roles; implement and configure Mathematics several different server roles for Windows This course provides a brief introduction CompTIA Network+ Server 2008. Technical support of to concepts and mathematics related Students learn the basics of how to workstations, servers, and wireless to electronic and digital circuits. It plan, design, and install the physical devices such as laptops and PDAs is includes such topics as measurement components of a network. Cable emphasized for both platforms. Concepts of circuit components, mathematical standards, network types, architectures, such as administration of policies, and functional analysis of circuit protocols, Local Area Network (LAN) security, are covered. This course components, series and parallel circuit and Wide Area Network (WAN) includes extensive hands-on training. diagrams and calculations, safety standards, and network support tools Students perform most functions studies in electronics environments, digital for various operating systems are on network equipment and through concepts, binary numbering systems, and investigated. This course matches simulations. related concepts. the objectives of the corresponding CompTIA Network+ exam. CNT 254 Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 This course covers the topics of implementing, managing, and maintaining a Windows 2007 Exchange messaging system. This course provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to update and support a reliable, secure infrastructure for creating, storing, and sharing information by using a Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 in a medium to large environment (250 to 5,000 seats) messaging environment.

150 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number CNT 255 CNT 258 CNT 294 Network Virtualization Red Hat Linux Core System Internship/Cooperative Education Descriptions Course This course covers the fundamentals Administration This course provides the option of of network virtualization. This course Students learn to be effective cooperative/internship training in provides students with the knowledge administrators of Linux systems, Computer Networks, within the and skills to implement, manage, and mastering tasks such as hardware prescribed hours of the student’s program maintain a Windows and VMWare and device configuration, file system of study. Instructor approval is required, virtual servers. Students apply the management, user administration, and the experience can be either paid or knowledge and skills acquired from network configurations, kernel unpaid. CNT 252, Windows Server 2008 Active services, attaching new Linux systems Directory, and CNT 253, Windows to a corporate network, configuring CNTS 121 Server 2008 Network Infrastructure, the new systems for end-users, and to deploy network infrastructures that troubleshooting. MS Windows 2000 Network and afford virtualized network environments. Operating Systems Essentials Tasks include implementing virtualized Microsoft Course 2151: This course roles such as routing; Dynamic Host CNT 259 is designed to prepare students for Configuration Protocol (DHCP); Enterprise Network Technology Microsoft Certified Professional Domain Name System (DNS), and This course covers support for designing exams 70-210 and 70-215. It is an Windows Internet Name Service and administering Local Area Networks introductory course designed to provide (WINS); Web and FTP sites. (LANs) and Wide Area Networks an overview of networking concepts (WANs) that span entire companies and how they are implemented in or organizations spread over multiple Windows 2000. The goal of the course CNT 256 buildings or campuses. Students study is to provide the knowledge necessary Red Hat Linux Computing Essentials Microsoft advanced subjects such as: to understand and identify the tasks Students learn to be effective users LAN/WAN design, designing and involved in supporting Windows 2000 of Linux systems, acquiring skills implementing TCP/IP suite services, networks. Prerequisites: A working and understanding of command line IPSec, Network Address Translation knowledge of the Windows interface, functions, file systems, users and groups, (NAT), Certificate Services, enterprise a general knowledge of computer bash shell, process management, text wide security, and analyzing business/ hardware, and a general knowledge of editors, network applications, searching technical requirements of computing networking concepts. and organizing data, and graphical services. applications. CNTS 126 CNT 271 Implementing MS Windows 2000 CNT 257 Communications and Human Relations Professional and Server Wireless Networking Fundamentals in the Workplace Microsoft Course 2152: This course This course prepares the student to Students develop human relations provides the knowledge and skills take the Certified Wireless Network skills necessary to work with diverse necessary to install and configure Administrator (CWNA) exam. The customers and with various departments Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional course provides the knowledge and in a business organization. Business and stand-alone and client computers skills needed to manage a wireless oral presentation and communication that are part of a workgroup or domain. network. Using a comprehensive skills as well as business writing skills Installation and configuration of approach, students learn about planning, such as formal letters, documentation, Windows 2000 Server to create file, deploying, securing and troubleshooting proposals, and performance ratings print, Web, and terminal servers is wireless networks. are explored. Personal traits leading to also covered. Prerequisites: Successful cooperation, understanding cultural completion of EETS 121 or equivalent diversity, sexual harassment prevention, knowledge. conflict resolution, and promotability are emphasized. Students explore strategies for acquiring positions in Information Technology and Information Systems careers areas. Students gain skills in information literacy to research positions and skill requirements through electronic, online, and other methods. Job candidate presentation skills such as job interviews, resume writing, cover letters, and follow-up letters are covered.

2008-2009 Catalog 151 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number CNTS 150 COSM 104 COSM 171 Implementing and Supporting Cosmetology Theory IV Communications I Microsoft Windows XP Professional In this course, students learn additional Students learn applied communications Microsoft Course 2272: The purpose cosmetology theory to balance the for the cosmetology field including of this course is to address the practical work on the floor. When written memos and oral communication implementation and desktop support cosmetology theory is finished, students with clients and co-workers. needs of customers who are planning take a comprehensive test in preparation to deploy and support Microsoft for the written component of the state- COSM 172 Windows® XP Professional in a variety licensing exam. of stand-alone and network operating Communications II This class is a continuation of system environments. This course helps COSM 111 the student prepare for the Microsoft Communications I. Cosmetology Lab I

Course Descriptions Certified Professional exam 70-270. Prerequisites: A working knowledge Students begin learning disinfecting and COSM 173 safe cosmetology practices. Students of the Windows interface, a general Communications III knowledge of computer hardware, and practice on mannequins and one another. This class is a continuation of a general knowledge of networking Communications II. concepts. COSM 112 Cosmetology Lab II COSM 181 CNTS 210 Students continue learning cosmetology Human Relations I Linux Computing Essentials techniques. Students are assessed through Students learn human relations for the Red Hat course RHA 030. Students test, quizzes, lab work, and other cosmetology field including business learn to be effective users of Linux activities. ethics, salon management, customer systems, acquiring skills and service, and job search skills. understanding of command line COSM 113 functions, file systems, users and groups, Cosmetology Lab III bash shell, process management, text COSM 182 Students learn to perform cosmetology editors, network applications, searching services on customers and one another in Human Relations II and organizing data, and graphical lab-based training. This class is a continuation of Human applications. This is the first course is a Relations I. series of two that prepares students for the Red Hat Certified Technician exam. COSM 114 Prerequisite: experience working with the Cosmetology Lab IV COSM 183 Linux OS or instructor permission. In this final lab class, students refine Human Relations III their skills further and prepare for This class is a continuation of Human Relations II. COSM 101 the practical component of the state- Cosmetology Theory I licensing exam. Students begin to learn theory for the cosmetology field. Students learn COSM 161 through lectures, discussions, guest Math I speakers, workbook assignments, and Students learn applied math for the other exercises. cosmetology field including adding fractions and figuring out ratios when COSM 102 mixing chemicals, making change and Cosmetology Theory II cashiering, and other requirements for Students continue learning and applying salon operations. cosmetology theory. Students are assessed through tests, quizzes, and other activities. COSM 162 Math II This class is a continuation of Math I. COSM 103 Cosmetology Theory III This course is a continuation of COSM 163 theoretical principles in the cosmetology Math III field. This course enhances lab work This class is a continuation of Math II. being done in the same quarter.

152 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number CSI 101 CSI 147 CSI 155 PC Hardware and Networking Web Graphics Object-Oriented Programming with C# Descriptions Course This is an introductory course for the This course is an introduction to digital This course is a continuation of CSI student with little or no experience with photography and image manipulation 154, Introduction to C# Programming. computers. The students become familiar and covers image capturing, editing, Students are introduced to the concepts with the different hardware components creating animation and producing of object-oriented programming. comprising an IBM compatible web documentation. Students learn Students learn to write applications using personal computer. They learn how to the differences between “bmp”, “gif”, structures, classes, interfaces, inheritance assemble a computer from the basic “jpg”, “avi” and “mpg” file formats. The and polymorphism. In addition, components and install and configure students create static image files as well students learn to use and create delegates, a Windows operating system. Students as “flash” and “pdf” files for use on web events, collections, exceptions, dynamic learn installation and administration of pages. Topics include file resolution link libraries and input/output streams to hardware and software to create a local and download times with respect to web build real world windows applications. area network using Microsoft Windows pages. Server software. Students learn cabling, CSI 156 network interface cards, workstation Introduction to Database Theory configuration and basic computer and and Design CSI 152 networking troubleshooting. Students Introduction to Programming This course offers an introduction to complete a hands-on network installation relational database design theory. The and administration project in which This is a first course in programming students learn about components of they create users, assign rights, create to enable students to develop a sound database system as well as an Entity- directory structures and implement and solid foundation in logical problem Relationship model, Tables, Form user-level security. Emphasis is on solving and design. Students learn Normalization, Indexes, Primary troubleshooting and maintenance skills. to solve computer problems using Keys, Queries and Structured Query structured analysis. Use of graphical Language (SQL). We discuss the use and design tools such as hierarchy charts and CSI 102 application of relational databases versus flowcharts will be covered. Students will flat file database structures. Office Applications and Business design and test real-world programming Communications solutions using sequence, branching and This is an introductory course for the iteration structures. Advanced algorithms CSI 159 student with little or no experience with and concepts such as sorting, searching, Applied Database Development computers. The students learn the basic arrays, linked lists, pointers and event- Using Microsoft Access, students operation of the Microsoft Windows driven programming will also be covered complete a hands-on relational database operating system. They also learn to use and practiced by the students. Students project. Students use industry standard Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and will be introduced to object-oriented analysis methods to create database Access. This class gives the students the programming terms and concepts. mission statements, mission objectives, basic knowledge to use these applications Students will understand how object- tables, fields and relationships. Databases in a typical office environment, and to oriented concepts affect program design. are normalized to the third normal form. create printed documents, spreadsheets, Use of Visual Basic for Applications is presentations and a small database. CSI 154 covered to allow students to customize Introduction to C# Programming their application. Creation of user- CSI 145 friendly interfaces, design and creation Web Design This course is an introduction to of business reports and basic Structured This course introduces students to programming using C#. Students write Query Language (SQL) coding are Hypertext Markup Language, or HTML. creative programs demonstrating skill covered. Students execute the applications It covers basic html tags, links, lists, text in structured design and code, using using efficient testing procedures. formatting, images and multimedia, decision and iteration structures, as well tables, and frames. A quick introduction as effective documentation. Students to cascading style sheets and javascript learn to write event-driven Windows is covered to create dynamic and stylish applications using forms, controls, web pages. properties and methods.

2008-2009 Catalog 153 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number CSI 171 CSI 245 CSI 253 Software Testing Java for C# Programmers Client-Server Development with ADO. This course is an overview of the This course explores the key elements NET fundamentals of testing business and used in a Java program (namely primitive This is an advanced course in client- consumer software under normal data and objects) and explores the server programming using VB.NET, business conditions. Topics covered graphical relationship between Java and C#.NET and ADO.NET technologies. include testing cycles, objectives and World Wide Web. Students examine Emphasis is on creating database driven limits of testing, creating test plans decision control and repetitive structures “n-tier client-sever” style applications and reporting and analyzing software such as if, switch, while, do, and for to run under the Microsoft Windows bugs. Also covered are elements of statements; as well as logical, assignment, environment. Students create data- efficient test case design, localization increment/decrement, and conditional aware projects using ADO (Active X testing and writing test documentation. operators. Students learn classes, objects Data Objects) for .NET and Microsoft Students complete hands-on projects to creation and initialization, encapsulation,

Course Descriptions SQL Server. Database querying implement these technologies. method overloading, and applets. and maintenance is accomplished Examine the use of events and listener using ANSI SQL. Business logic is CSI 172 interfaces, multidimensional arrays and enforced with class modules. Object- Computer Mathematics vectors, inheritance hierarchies, the oriented programming concepts Mathematics, including fractions, creation of polymorphic references, and including inheritance, interfaces, and percents, and ratios are reviewed as exceptions and input/output streams. polymorphism and instantiating objects specific to computer science applications. Finally students explore the various are covered. In addition, use of pre- Algebraic equations, order of operations, aspects of the graphical user interfaces. existing objects for reporting such as Boolean algebra, base number Microsoft Word is covered in a unit on conversions and computational functions CSI 250 OLE Automation. Students incorporate with a computer are used to solve a all of these technologies into a project of variety of practical problems. Rich Internet Applications their own design. This course is for students who have CSI 182 completed CSI 147, Web Graphics, Leadership and Teamwork in Systems and have a basic understanding of CSI 256 Analysis Macromedia Flash. Also, students should Advanced Programming Concepts with This course focuses on effective have completed CSI 152, Introduction C# teamwork and the systems analysis life to Programming, and be able to write This is an advanced course in cycle. Students are divided into teams to simple programs. This course focuses programming using C#.NET. Topics complete an in-depth business analysis. on using screens, built-in components, include: asynchronous programming, During this process, each student serves behaviors, and data binding to quickly multi-threaded applications, socket-based as team/project leader. Emphasis is get student profieient in building (client/server) applications, distributed on the systems analysis life cycle of Flash applications. The course also applications (remoting) and data investigation, design, development introduces the ActionScript language and structures. and implementation. Human relations emphasizes fundamental programming topics include: teambuilding strategies, constructs including conditional logic the elements of effective project and functions. management, the importance of diversity, and recognizing and dealing with sexual harassment in the workplace.

CSI 220 IT Project Management and Team Building This course is an introduction to IT project management. Students are introduced to concepts and skills necessary to complete projects on time, on budget, and at the promised quality. This course delves into the unique challenges of managing IT projects and the curriculum is modeled after the COMPTIA certification content. Students will complete assignments using Microsoft Project software.

154 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number CSI 258 CSI 281 CSI 293 SQL Server Development and E-Commerce and Business Finance Capstone Design and Development Descriptions Course Administration This course is designed as an overview Project This course is designed for the student of the constantly changing field of A comprehensive project, conceived who is already familiar with basic electronic commerce. Key business and by the student and approved by relational database theory. The focus of technology elements of e-commerce are instructors, demonstrates the capability this course is on the database portion covered. Topics include: the economic to integrate the major academic areas of of the n-tier client/server development foundations of e-commerce, explanation Communications, Accounting, Systems model and data warehousing. Microsoft of the e-commerce infrastructure, Analysis and Program Development. SQL Server for Windows is the primary main technologies used to implement Students are required to conceptualize, tool. Students learn Structured Query e-commerce on the World Wide Web design, code, and test a web-based Language (Transact SQL) and receive and business strategies being used by programming project of their own hands-on instruction in how to companies engaging in e-commerce. Also creation. The project must utilize administer an enterprise database server. covered are ethical, legal and tax issues a database, graphics, user-friendly Administrative topics include database that can arise when doing business on interfaces, COM components, and creation and administration, user a global scale. Students are introduced full written internal and external management, security, and performance to the Microsoft BizTalk e-commerce documentation. Students work with tuning. Development topics include initiative. instructors on all pre-approved phases of relational database normalization the project. This project is mandatory for concepts, writing queries (including CSI 291 all students not on full-time cooperative/ joins and nested queries), stored Developing Web Applications with internship education at the time of procedures, triggers, cursors, transactions ASP.NET summer quarter. and creation of schemas using Data This is an advanced course in web Definition Language. Appropriate use application development. Students CSI 294 of indexes is also covered. There is design and develop a web-based an introduction to data warehousing applications using database connectivity Cooperative Education/Internship topics including analysis of business (Microsoft SQL Server) ADO.NET, This course provides the option of requirements, defining technical client-side scripting JavaScript and cooperative/internship training in architecture for a data warehouse, server-side coding using Active Server Computer Science, within the prescribed deriving the physical design, creating Page (ASP .NET) technology with web hours of the student’s program of study. data services and creating the physical forms. Business logic is created using Instructor approval is required, and the database. server-based components written in experience can be either paid or unpaid. Visual Basic.NET or C#. Extensible (Hours to 630 and credits to 17.) CSI 277 Markup Language (XML) and use of web services is covered and used by students CSIS 120 IT Industry Research and Writing in the creation of their web applications. This course covers the basic guidelines Fundamentals of Programming to developing an effective resume and This introductory course is designed cover letter using different resume to teach programming concepts and styles such as chronological, functional, fundamentals for those students and creative. Using a variety of source who have little or no programming materials designed to provide starting experience. Basic concepts, such as points, students develop skill-based flowcharting, pseudocode, data types, resumes, a functional cover letter, job control structures, arrays, relational portfolio, and answers to commonly databases, structured programming, asked interview questions. Students and object oriented programming, are are provided training in researching presented. The Visual Basic language is local area companies to prepare for used to explore important concepts. job interviews. “Mock interviews” are conducted with each student to allow the individual to practice appropriate interviewing skills. Students conduct an informational interview through direct contacts with employers to gather data on job skill requirements and opportunities. Students write a 5-page paper on the results of their research.

2008-2009 Catalog 155 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number CSIS 124 CSIS 131 CSIS 143 Programming with XML Introduction to C# - Part I Intermediate C# - Part II XML is becoming the standard for data This first introductory module covers In the second intermediate module, representation on the web and across data types, decision loops, and an students learn collections, data devices. In this course you learn how introduction to the concept of arrays. structures, delegates, and events. Theory to utilize this powerful tool to parse for Includes hands-on activities in the lab lectures are followed by lab assignments. data on the web, and share your data where students use C# and the Microsoft Prerequisite: CSIS 132 or instructor with other web applications and non- Visual Studio .NET development permission. PC platforms. This course also looks at environment. Prerequisite: programming various XML vocabularies like Extensive experience. CSIS 149 Stylesheet Language, Voice XML, and C++ Data Structures and Algorithms Wireless Markup Language. If you want CSIS 132 to make your apps cross device capable, This course presents the algorithmic, Course Descriptions this is the course for you. This is not a Intermediate C# - Part I programming and structuring techniques beginner’s course, most of the examples The first intermediate module covers of data structure. Includes linked list, are written in JAVA and require a fairly important OO concepts such as queue, stack, tree, recursion, sorting, sophisticated knowledge of programming classes, interfaces, inheritance and searching, and hashing concepts. Programming experience in polymorphism. Theory lectures are JAVA or one of the scripting languages followed by lab assignments. Prerequisite: CSIS1 152 CSIS 141 or instructor permission. Jscript, VBScript, or Perl is required. IT Project Management This course covers the topics of the CSIS 125 CSIS 137 CompTIA Project+ examination and is Programming with VB.NET Introduction to Software Testing geared to IT professionals interested in This course is an advanced study of This introductory course covers the developing their project management the .NET framework using VB.NET. major types of software errors, the skills. Students learn the different phases The focus is on Object Oriented different types of tests performed of the project life cycle and how to use programming techniques, including class during various stages of the software simple tools to track project progress. design, inheritance, and polymorphism. development cycle, and reporting GDI+ concepts are explored while and tracking of software errors. An CSIS 161 studying the Graphical User Interface. introduction to the tools used by testers and how to plan the testing activities is Programming a Microsoft SQL Server Exception handling, delegates, XML, and 2000 Database database access are also explored using also covered. Without concentrating on WinForms. Prerequisite: programming any particular software tool, the course Microsoft course 2073. This course experience or instructor permission. builds on the programming experience provides students with the technical skills of its students with an emphasis on required to program a database solution teamwork and a disciplined approach by using Microsoft SQL ServerTM CSIS 127 to problem solving. Prerequisites: 2000. The students learn how to design Beginning C++ programming experience or instructor a SQL Server enterprise application This course introduces the basic concepts approval. architecture, create and maintain indexes, of the C++ programming language. implement user-defined functions, create and implement triggers, optimize Emphasis is on the structure and syntax CSIS 141 of the language. Prior programming query performance, and program across experience is strongly recommended. Introduction to C# - Part II multiple servers by using distributed In this second introductory module, queries, distributed transactions, and students learn arrays, strings, and partitioned views. Prerequisite: CNTS CSIS 128 structures. They also begin the study 121 and CNTS 126 or equivalent Advanced C++ of classes. Includes hands-on activities experience and working knowledge of This course is a continuation of CSIS in the lab where students use C# and relational databases and basic Transact 127, Beginning C++. Emphasis is on the Microsoft Visual Studio .NET syntax. file I/O filters, structures and unions, development environment. Prerequisite: libraries and presentation graphics. programming experience. Prerequisite: CSIS 127, Beginning C++, CSIS 231 or equivalent experience. Advanced C# - Part I The first advanced module covers multi- threading applications and I/O. Theory lectures are followed by lab assignments. Prerequisite: CSIS 143 or instructor permission.

156 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number CSIS 232 CUL 103 CUL 106 Advanced C# - Part II Knife Skills I Nutrition Descriptions Course In the second advanced module, Students learn how to maintain and The nutritional needs of the general students learn reflection, client/server sharpen a knife, and practice basic public in commercial food service programming, and remoting. Theory knife handling techniques for safety, are covered with emphasis placed on lectures are followed by lab assignments. accuracy and industry production. Also, valid nutritional information from Prerequisite: CSIS 231 or instructor different knife manufacturing methods, the National Restaurant Association permission compositions and types used in the Education Foundation program. industry are reviewed. Students learn Empahsis is on the Food Guides and CUL 101 classic knife cuts based on ACF standards changes to the 2004 Food Pyramid and learn chiffonade, bouquet garni, as it relates to consumers’ diets as Culinary Safety-Sanitation sachet d’epice, onion brulee and pique, well as the importance of roles of Safety in the kitchen is covered including tomato concassée, citrus peeling, zesting carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and proper use of all kitchen equipment. and segmenting, and various vegetable vitamins and minerals in the body. Basic procedures of first aid/CPR as specific techniques. Students learn how The study of healthy menu choices, defined by the Heart Association is to disply proper knife skills and correct marketing, good nutrition, and weight incorporated into lecture, demonstration mis en place for setting up a prep station control are completed. Healthy cooking and daily practice with students. per industry standards with emphasis on techniques are observed. Students have Students become proficient in all aspects useable/unuseable trim and proper food the opportunity to receive Nutrition of proper food sanitation as well as handling in production and storage. Certification through the NRAEF in this rules and regulations of the Health course. Department. Environmental concerns are covered as they relate to restaurant and CUL 104 hotel food services conerning chemicals, Boucher CUL 107 sanitizers, and cleaners, MSDS sheets Students further hone their knife skills Saucier I and ways of controlling their adverse with the fabrication of proteins. They Students are given the opportunity to effects on the environment. Students have the opportunity to identify and practice the techniques and fundamentals learn preventative measures to secure fabricate round and flat fish, poultry, of the sauce kitchen in this course. food during the flow of food, based on pork, lamb, and beef based on USDA Students participate in making roux, the HACCP principles. Students have standards, grades and specifications. buerre manie, slurries, liaisons and egg the opportunity to receive sanitation Students participate in primal and emulsions. In addition, students study certification through the NRAEF and a secondary meat fabrication in a lab the methodology of white and brown basic First Aid/CPR & CPR card during environment while learning the anatomy, stocks and their properties, as well as this course. grades, butchering techniques, total prepare and evaluate the five classic product utilization with standards for mother sauces (béchamel, espagnole, CUL 101 yields and costing. Emphasis is on veloute, tomato and hollandaise sauce). organization, and sanitation is observed. Culinary Safety-Sanitation Safety CUL 108 CUL 105 Saucier II Cost Control CUL 102 Students practice the techniques and Students learn to read financial fundamentals of the soup kitchen, Introduction to Food Industry statements and profit and loss preparation of clear and broth-based Students develop an understanding of the statements. Storeroom purchasing soups (consommés), thick soups as hospitality industry and explore career guidelines, food costing, inventory purees, veloutes, cream soups, bisques opportunities in the field. Students controls, and how they relate to food and chowders. Cooked and uncooked learn the classic brigade system and and beverage operations are also covered. chilled soups are explored, as well as Escoffier design of classification of food. Students have the opportunity to receive regional, national, and international Discussion of kitchen staples to classical Food Costing Certification through the soups, the garnishing of soups, and and contemporary sauces. In addition, NRAEF in this course. proper serving temperatures are the class covers the basic methodologies discussed. Food quality, sanitation, mis of stocks, sauces, moist heat, dry heat en place, and teamwork are evaluated. and combination heat.

2008-2009 Catalog 157 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number CUL 109 CUL 112 CUL 115 Entremetier I American Regional Cooking Delicatessen II Students practice the preparation and Students research and study the regions Students have the opportunity to learn production techniques of potatoes, of the United States heritage “melting the basic fundamentals of the deli grains, legumes, pastas and a variety pot.” The cooking methods of the foods kitchen directed to composition and of vegetables. Students learn such indigenous to the specific regions is creation of hot and cold sandwiches, preparation and cooking methods discussed. Students have the opportunity closed and open-faced sandwiches and as blanching, par boiling, steaming, to prepare two dishes per region: New specialty sandwiches. Aioli varieties, simmering, grilling, frying, sautéing, England, Midwest, South, Northwest relishes, chutneys, coulis and salsas are roasting, stewing, braising and baking, and the Mid-Atlantic. The preparation prepared with an emphasis on proper cutting, peeling, and trimming. In and cooking should reflect on texture, food handling per King County Health addition, proper portion sizing, flavor, consistency and appearance. Department standards. This course seasoning and presentation are practiced. Smaller meat portions, low-fat intake, involves hands-on training in customer Course Descriptions Food quality, sanitation, mis en place, lighter foods, fresh food properly cooked, relations with direct daily customer and teamwork are evaluated. food presentation, and hot food holding service. Food quality, sanitation, mis en is discussed. Food quality, sanitation, mis place, and teamwork are evaluated. CUL 110 en place, and teamwork is evaluated. Moist Heat Cooking Methods CUL 116 Students practice the preparation of CUL 113 Garde Manger I various proteins and side dishes using International Cooking Students have the opportunity to learn moist heat cooking methods; techniques Students research and study Continental the daily development of the cold of poaching, simmering, boiling, and and Northern European cooking. The kitchen preparing compound buttes, steaming are learned. Selected proteins methodology and techniques used in the infused oils and vinegars. Curing, and side dishes apply to cafeteria menu cultures and cuisines of Spain, Portugal, pickling, preparation of hot and cold offerings. Seasoning, presentation and Germany, Austria, The Netherlands, buffet platters for service with an hot food holding are discussed. Food Switzerland, Italy, Russia, Poland, emphasis on the preparation of cold quality, sanitation, mis en place, and England, Scotland, Scandinavia, and Asia canapés, tapas, cold/hot assorted hors teamwork are evaluated. are discussed. Students select five dishes d’oeuvres are completed. This course from any of the cuisines and display the involves hands-on traning in customer CUL 111 preparation and cooking of those dishes relations with direct daily customer on the cafeteria menu offerings. Food service. Food quality, sanitation, mis en Dry Heat Cooking Methods presentation and hot food holding is place, and teamwork are evaluated. Students practice the preparation of discussed. Food quality, sanitation, mis various proteins and side dishes using en place, and teamwork is evaluated. dry heat cooking methods; techniques CUL 117 of broiling, grilling, roasting, baking, Garde Manger II sautéing, pan-frying and deep frying CUL 114 Students have the opportunity to learn are learned. Selected proteins and side Delicatessen I how to cure pastrami, corned beef, dishes apply to cafeteria menu offerings. Students have the opportunity to learn ham, pancetta, and bacon. Students are Seasoning, presentation and hot food the basic preparations of deli foods, responsible for preparing all cold meats holding are discussed. Food quality, beginning with salads categorized as: for the deli and pantry kitchens. Roasted sanitation, mis en place, and teamwork bound salads, vegetable salads and fruit meats such as turkey, ham, roast beef, are evaluated. salads. Preparation of salad dressings, and basic charcuterie fundamentals of vinaigrettes and mayonnaise-based forcemeats for galantines, terrenes and dressings is covered. Proper preparation sausages are used. Students learn how to of salad greens and handling is discussed make aspic and produce a cold platter with emphasis on correct food handling for eight to include chemise platter, with of cold food product per King County galantine, tureen and one solid protein Health Department standards. This smoked, poached, roasted, braised course involves hands-on training or grilled. One salad, two standing in customer relations with direct garnishes and one sauce to be presented daily customer service. Food quality, and judged per ACF cold standards. sanitation, mis en place, and teamwork Food quality, sanitation, and mis en are evaluated. place are evaluated.

158 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number CUL 118 CUL 121 CUL 124 Breakfast Cookery Dining Room Service Fry Station Descriptions Course Students have the opportunity to learn Students are actively involved in the Students demonstrate their ability in a hands-on job environment the front of the house service techniques. to develop crispy, golden brown and basic preparations of breakfast cookery, They have the opportunity to learn flavorful fried foods with appropriate including egg cookery, breakfast the importance of teamwork among ingredient selection, mis en place, meats, batters, starches and garnishes. kitchen personnel and menu preparation costing and presentation of à la carte Emphasis is placed on speed, efficiency, to ensure guest enjoyment. Topics menu items. Demonstrate the ability organization, hygiene, cleanliness, include suggestive selling, point-of- to ensure quality, timeliness, correct presentation and health consciousness. sale techniques, balancing of tickets, cooking procedures and attractive, Students are trained to fulfill procedures for organizing and placing appetizing garnishes and presentation contemporary nutritional requirements orders, and techniques for bus station per Renton Technical College standards. including the ability to plan and execute and dining room setup. Emphasis is on Demonstrate the ability to prepare sauces nutritionally sound breakfasts. Training personal appearance, customer relations, that are appropriate to and compatible in customer relations with direct daily attitude, hygience and safety. with fried dishes. This course emphasizes service is included. consistency, ability to produce under CUL 122 time constraints, organization, CUL 119 coordination and ergonomics in the Wine Appreciation kitchen. Bakery Basics Students have the opportunity to learn Students practice hands-on bakery the characteristics of wine and their production including equipment growning regions, history, how soil and CUL 125 operation and maintenance, and climate react to the grapes, and the Sauté Station the preparation of all types of yeast fermentation and bottling process of the Students demonstrate their ability products, quick breads, puff pasry, wine industry. Emphasis is on the pairing to prepare attractive and appetizing creams, custards, pies, and cookies. of wine with food in a restaurant; proper sautéed food with appropriate ingredient Scaling and bakery production based handling procedures and the presentation selection, mis en place, costing and on classical European and American of beverages is also discussed. presentation of à la carte menu items. baking techniques are emphasized. Demonstrate the ability to ensure Students’ involvement in production CUL 123 quality, timeliness, correct cooking bakery program assists them in procedures, presentation and garnishing developing organization, bakery bench Entremetier II per Renton Technical College standards. skills, teamwork, time planning, cake Students demonstrate their ability to Demonstrate the ability to prepare decorating and display presentations. prepare a variety of knife cuts with classical and contemporary sauces vegetable and starch preparation that illustrate correct consistency and including tourne, batonette, allumette, CUL 120 compatibility with sautéed dishes. This rondelle, paysanne, julienne, and course emphasizes consistency, ability Purchasing and Receiving chiffanade per ACF standards. They also to produce under time constraints, Students are active participants in the have the opportunity to demonstrate organization, coordination, and storeroom receiving area, which involves their ability to prepare a variety of ergonomics in the kitchen. invoicing, pricing, costing, and weekly vegetable dishes utilizing the techniques inventories. This course covers correct of grilling, steaming, poaching, sauteing, product identification, correct storage and broiling for dishes served à la carte. procedures, inter-department invoicing, In addition, students demonstrate their computerized inventory control, stocking ability to prepare a variety of starches procedures, FIFO system, and quality and farinaceous items with correct control. This course includes discovery texture, appearance and seasoning using of market price fluctuation and how it a variety of basic and advanced cooking mandates menu change for survival and methodologies. The prepared food is coordination within the kitchen. assessed to a demonstrated standard of color, texture, and flavor in a 10-minute ticket time. This course emphasizes consistency, ability to produce under time constraints, organization, coordination and ergonomics in the kitchen.

2008-2009 Catalog 159 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number CUL 126 CUL 128 CUL 130 Broiler Station Pantry Sous Chef Students demonstrate their ability to Students learn the basics of advanced Students function as a direct kitchen prepare attractive and appetizing grilled/ cold kitchen as it refers to an a la carte supervisor, developing leadership and broiled foods with appropriate ingredient kitchen line. Emphasis is on special teamwork skills while responsible for selection, mis en place, costing and sandwiches – both hot and cold, all kitchen production. Emphasis is on presentation of à la carte menu items. special salads – not exclusive to the daily assignments, production sheets, Demonstrate the ability to ensure menu, and dressings and spreads based menu planning and product utilization, quality, timeliness, correct cooking on daily needs. The students is also as well as daily coordination of Health procedures, presentation and garnishing involved in seasonal menu development Authoriy and Sanitation requirements. per Renton Technical College standards. with costing and plate presentations. The student works with the instructor Demonstrate the ability to prepare à ServSafe and Health Department both in hands-on instruction of junior la carte classical and contemporary criteria are enforced based on the cold students and in coordination of station Course Descriptions sauces that illustrate RTC standards holding standards of the kitchen. This production, and is directly responsible of consistency and compatibility with course emphasizes consistency, ability for overseeing the production of the fried dishes. This course emphasizes to produce under time constraints, kitchen, all functions, and special events. consistency, ability to produce organization, ergonomics in the kitchen, under time restraints, organization, and coordination between hot and cold CUL 131 coordination, and ergonomics in the line as well as front and back of the kitchen. house staff. Capstone Students produce a final assembly of their portfolio project that includes: CUL 127 CUL 129 resume; prospective employer cover Lead Line Advanced Techniques – Practical letter; additional professional documents; Students demonstrate their ability to Students are given the opportunity a personal business card; photos of their function as a direct kitchen supervisor, to demonstrate a culmination of program accomplishments; the menus developing techniques of leadership their acquired culinary skills in the developed in CUL 129, Advanced and teamwork. In addition, they are planning, developing and preparing of Techniques – Practical, including a actively responsible for production of the following: a composed cold platter, 5-course menu, mystery basket, 6- all areas of the kitchen and demonstrate a 5-course seasonal menu, a 5-course course tasting menu, and a composed the ability to function as lead cook mystery basket and a written 6-course cold platter; NRAEF certificates in to ensure quality, timeliness, correct tasting menu. Each project will be Nutrition, Cost Control, Serve Safe and cooking procedures, attractive and measured towards the ACF standards County Industrial First Aid card. This appetizing presentation per Renton for competition; methodology and portfolio should also include the review Technical College standards. Students contemporary techniques are key factors. from co-op/internship and letters of have the opportunity to demonstrate Projects are graded on taste, balance, recommendations and commendations their ability to develop menu concepts, presentation, practicality, seasonality, from employer and industry members. mis en place, costing and presentation of feasibility, appearance, cost effectiveness, daily specials per ACF guidelines. This and overall customer appeal. In addition, CUL 160 course emphasizes consistency, ability strict sanitation procedures and work to produce under time constraints, flow will be measured throughout the Culinary Mathematics organization, ergonomics in the kitchen, process. Students learn Culinary Math as it relates and coordination between hot and cold to food costing, portioning, ratios, menu line as well as front and back of the pricing, yield test percentages, volume house staff. percentage requirements for purchasing and conversion of decimals and fractions. We turn math into functional realistic point of views, based on profits in restaurants.

160 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number CUL 170 DENT 102 DENT 103 Industry Communications/Job Search Pre-Clinical Chairside Assisting Clinic Chairside Assisting I Descriptions Course This course teaches basic writing and In this course of study, the student In this course of study, the student oral communication skills for the acquires appropriate skills to interact performs clinical procedures in chairside culinary environment. Students author with patients, maintain the operating assisting. He/she works in the dental memos, cover letters, resumes, and field, use and manipulate dental clinic reception office performing written directives as well as give oral instrument set-ups, transfer instruments business administrative duties, and in presentations on the processes and when assisting in a dental procedure, and addition, works at the sterilization island training methods of food presentations. perform other basic chairside procedures. performing infection control procedures. Interviewing, conflict resolution, and The student also learns dental charting, team leadership are also addressed. taking alginate impressions, and safety DENT 104 procedures. Dental Materials I Theory CUL 180 This course of study gives the student Human Relations – Life Skills DENT 100 an understanding of the properties and The student learns the importance of First Aid, CPR and Vital Signs techniques for usage of common dental people skills in a restaurant environment This basic American Heart Association materials. It also enables the student to as a means of developing leadership. compliant course offers study and understand the rationale for the selection The course covers race relations, practice of Cardio-Pulmonary of materials for dental use and to prepare sexual harassment, stress management, Resuscitation (CPR) and other skills these materials efficiently and correctly. problem solving, team development and needed in providing first aid to the leadership techniques, as well as the skills injured. The student receives an DENT 105 required to successfully work with a wide American Heart Association Healthcare variety of people, including management, Provider certification upon successful Expanded Functions employees, and difficult or unusual completion of the course. In this course of study, the student learns customers. and practices expanded functions as allowed in the Washington State Dental DENT 101 Practice Act. The student practices these CUL 190 Dental Profession tasks while in a laboratory setting, while Co-operative/Internship Work In this course of study, the student assisting dentists in the Renton Technical Internship receives a thorough introduction to the College Dental Clinic and in internship This is an instructor approved paid or field of dental assisting. The student offices. unpaid work experience related to the studies the history of dentistry and student’s program of study. Punctuality, follows it through today. The student DENT 112 attendance, and meeting the employer’s also studies the roles of each team expectations are the keys to a student’s member in the dental office, ethics Pre-Clinical Chairside Assisting II success. and laws of dentistry, and the dental In this course of study, the student specialists. Abbreviations and areas of acquires advanced entry-level skills to service are also taught. interact with patients, maintain the DENT 101 operating field, use and manipulate Dental Profession dental instrument set-ups, transfer In this course of study, the student DENT 102 instruments when assisting in a dental receives a thorough introduction to the Pre-Clinical Chairside Assisting I procedure, and perform other basic field of dental assisting. The student In this course of study, the student chairside procedures. The student studies the history of dentistry and begins to acquire appropriate skills to learns dental charting, taking alginate follows it through today. The student interact with patients, maintain the impressions, and safety procedures. also studies the roles of each team operating field, use and manipulate member in the dental office, ethics dental instrument set-ups, transfer DENT 113 and laws of dentistry, and the dental instruments when assisting in a dental specialists. Abbreviations and areas of procedure, and perform other basic Clinical Chairside Assisting II service are also taught. chairside procedures. The student also In this course of study, the student learns dental charting, taking alginate performs clinical procedures in chairside impressions, and safety procedures. assisting. He/she works in the dental clinic reception office performing business administrative duties, and in addition, works at the sterilization island performing infection control procedures.

2008-2009 Catalog 161 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number DENT 114 DENT 141 DENT 146 Dental Materials II Laboratory Head and Neck Anatomy Oral Pathology This course of study gives the student In this course of study, the student learns In this course of study, the student advanced information to the properties the names and locations of the bones in learns to define and identify types of and techniques for usage of common the head and neck regions, the muscles oral lesions, categories of diagnostic dental materials. It enables the student of mastication and facial expression, and information, warning signs, types, how to understand the rationale for the the nerves, lymph nodes, and salivary to prevent, and prognosis of cancers, selection of materials for dental use and glands. and to identify lesions related to HIV/ to prepare/mixthese materials efficiently AIDS, and hepatitis B. Students learn and correctly. DENT 142 to describe conditions and disorders that affect the oral cavity. Students learn Oral Anatomy DENT 133 to recognize abnormal conditions and In this course of study, the student learns identify pathological conditions that Course Descriptions Infection Control the names, functions, and locations of interfere with treatment, and how these This course provides the student with the the internal and external landmarks of conditions could affect the health of the knowledge and skills needed to prevent the oral cavity and face. patient. disease transmission and eliminate cross infection in the dental environment. DENT 143 DENT 147 Tooth Morphology Embryology and Histology DENT 134 In this course of study, the student learns In this course of study, the student Specialties the shape and function of each tooth, the learns to describe the prenatal growth In this course of study, the student surfaces and anatomical function of each and development process of the face, receives a thorough introduction to the tooth, and the features of permanent and teeth and oral cavity. Students also learn nine dental specialties that are officially primary teeth. to identify the time table for eruption, recognized by the American Dental shedding dates, and the structure and Association and a look at the new and DENT 144 function of tissues and cells. emerging specialties. Microbiology In this course of study, the student DENT 148 DENT 137 learns to define and describe pathogenic Psychology and the Special Patient Laboratory Procedures microorganisms, including bacteria, In this course of study, the student learns In this course of study, the student protozoa, viruses, rickettsiae, yeasts, to understand patient needs including performs laboratory procedures molds, and aerobic and anaerobic how and why people act and think associated with chairside assisting, bacteria. The student also learns bacteria the way they do and how the dental including pouring, trimming, and according to shape and is able to name assistant can help to encourage positive polishing study casts, fabricating night diseases caused by each organism. dental attitudes, and conflict resolution guards and custom impression trays, skills. Students learn to communicate cleaning and polishing appliances, DENT 145 effectively including verbal and non preparing cases for the dental laboratory, Anatomy and Physiology verbal communication, listening skills, caring for and maintaining equipment transmission of information, and In this course of study, the student learns and safety. how to evaluate the communication the functions and locations of the major that is received. Students also learn body systems including the skeletal, concepts of culture, ethnicity, and race DENT 138 nervous, endocrine, reproductive, including cultural biases. The science Business Administration muscular, respiratory, and skeletal of psychology, the science of the mind, In this course of study, the student systems. The student also learns body mental processes, feelings, and desires are gains experience in basic business planes, directional terms, composition of also discussed. administration procedures for the dental bone, and types of joints. office. The student also practices these procedures while working in the Renton Technical College dental clinic reception office.

162 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number DENT 149 DENT 155 DENT 192 Pharmacology, Pain Control, and Radiology III Clinical Internship I Descriptions Course Therapeutics This course includes an in depth review In this course of study, the student In this course of study, the student of radiation, physics, hygiene and safety. applies basic chairside procedures by learns the principles of pharmacology, It provides information and practicum working as a dental assistant in two terminology related to drugs and in exposing diagnostic radiographs using different general dental offices. The drug use, and to identify the routes the paralleling technique and occlusal student works in each office full-time, of administration. Students learn the films as well as panoramic and digital four days per week (32 hours). On the classifications of drugs, types of drugs, radiographs. Processing, mounting fifth day of the week, the student is at drug reference materials, and parts and and evaluating radiographs on patients the Renton Technical College facility use of prescriptions. is taught as well as maintaining x-ray (6 hours). Any internship hours missed equipment. has to be made up at the student’s own time and expense. All students must DENT 151 DENT 161 have all three Hepatitis B vaccines before Preventative Dentistry and Nutrition beginning internship. Treatment for any In this course of study, the student Mathematics injury in the dental office will be at the receives a thorough insight into In this course of study, the student expense of the student. preventive dentistry, the importance receives an introduction to basic of good oral hygiene, how to promote mathematical procedures including preventive dentistry in the office, and addition, subtraction, multiplication, DENT 193 procedures to control the patient’s dental division, conversions, ratios, averages, Internship II health. In this course, the student also estimating, measuring, roman numerals, In this course of study, the student obtains information to nutrition, as it percentages, and problem solving. applies basic chairside procedures by relates to the patient’s medical and dental working as a dental assistant in two health. DENT 171 different general dental offices. The student works in each office full-time, Communications four days per week (32 hours). On the DENT 153 In this course of study, the student fifth day of the week, the student is at Radiology I Theory receives an understanding of written the Renton Technical College facility This course includes an introduction to communication, to include word (6 hours). Any internship hours missed radiation, physics, hygiene and safety. It choices, punctuation, and spelling; have to be made up at the student’s own provides information and practicum in verbal communication; nonverbal time and expense. All students must exposing diagnostic radiographs using communication; and listening skills. have all three Hepatitis B vaccines before the paralleling technique and occlusal beginning internship. Treatment for any films as well as panoramic and digital DENT 181 injury in the dental office will be at the radiographs. Processing, mounting and expense of the student. evaluating radiographs on manikins Human Relations is taught as well as maintaining x ray In this course of study, the student equipment. receives an understanding of how he/ DFT 101 she can balance his/her technical skills Introduction to Drafting with human-relations competencies, This course is an introduction to DENT 154 find greater on-the-job happiness, the drafter’s role in industry. Course Radiology II Pre-Clinical contribute more to the productivity of topics include the fundamentals of This course includes an in depth study the office, and, in general, have a more manual drafting such as linework and of radiation, physics, hygiene and safety. successful, rewarding career. Students lettering, scales, geometric construction, It provides information and practicum learn skills to help develop self-esteem, dimensional layout lead grades and the in exposing diagnostic radiographs using assertiveness and tact, conflict resolution, use of related drafting tools. the paralleling technique and occlusal office interaction, professional attitudes, films as well as panoramic and digital cultural diversity, and how to recognize radiographs. Processing, mounting and and react to sexual harassment. DFT 106 evaluating radiographs on manikins and Mechanical Drafting patients is taught as well as maintaining DENT 191 Students learn orthographic projection, x-ray equipment. auxiliary views, and section views. The Job Seeking Skills class also covers dimensioning machined In this course of study, the student gains parts sheet selection and title block experience in writing a personal resume, creation. This course is a continuation of filling out job applications, learning job DFT 101, Introduction to Drafting. search techniques, and job interview techniques.

2008-2009 Catalog 163 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number DFT 113 DFT 128 DFT 162 Introduction to Computer Aided Civil Design Technical Mathematics for Drafting II Design This class acquaints students with the Topics include descriptive geometry, This course provides a thorough basics of site plan layout using Civil 3-D. including foldlines, projection lines and introduction to the applications and Students learn how to draft plan and point labeling coordinates. Other topics uses of AutoCAD in the industrial profile, topographical maps, and other include projecting a plane, true size and manufacturing environment. Students survey/civil drawings. shape of a surface and true length of a learn PC workstation components, line. This course is a continuation of configuration and command structure, DFT 131 DFT 161. pull down menus and special access Computer Familiarization commands, geometric construction, DFT 163 dimensioning, and drawing editing. This course introduces the student to the basic CAD workstation. Technical Mathematics for Drafting III Course Descriptions Students not only learn and operate Students learn and apply trigonometric DFT 115 connected peripherals such as printers functions including sine, cosine, and Structural Detailing and plotters, but are also exposed to tangent to length height and length of Course content introduces the students internal components such as power sides to solve real life situations. This to commercial grade construction supply, motherboards, disk drives and class is a continuation of DFT 162. practices and materials. This class also harddrives. focuses on rigid frame construction DFT 171 using heavy duty steel, wood laminates, DFT 132 and reinforced concrete wall and floor Oral Communications for Drafting systems. Document Control Students learn the dynamics of personal Students determine the current status communications, presentation techniques and location of any given drawing. and presentation media. Students prepare DFT 117 Course content includes the handling a short in-class presentation using media. Architectural Computer Aided Drafting and storage of drawing originals, Course content introduces the students methods of filing and number allocation, DFT 173 to commercial grade construction types of reproduction and distribution, practices and materials. This class also and drawing changes of both hard copy Technical Writing for Drafting focuses on rigid frame construction and electronic files. Students learn grammar, punctuation, using heavy duty steel, wood laminates, and concepts of usage and style applied to the preparation of written documents and reinforced concrete wall and floor DFT 154 systems. used in the drafting profession. Students Software Applications for Drafters also prepare and edit technical material Students use personal computers to draw using word processing software. DFT 121 and produce publications that are easy to Introduction to Architectural Drafting read, accurate, and appropriate to their DFT 183 Students are instructed in architectural function. Coursework covers hardware, drafting including drafting techniques, software, techniques for writing printed Business Leadership for Drafting floor-framing and site plans, elevations, materials, and basic page layout. Students This class introduces students to sections, basic mechanical (electrical), learn the process of creating a working concepts of professionalism and ethics, schedules and specifications, and schedule for production drawings. conflict resolution techniques, and building codes. management procedures as applied to practical workplace situations. DFT 161 DFT 124 Technical Mathematics for Drafting I DFT 185 Pictorial Drawing Students gain instruction in basic Students learn techniques of Technical mathematic principles applicable to the Job Readiness Illustration applicable to preparation drafting profession. The course begins This course prepares students to seek of manuals and other engineering with a review of arithmetic operations and obtain employment by providing support documentation. Topics include and progresses through multiplication instruction in job search strategies, line illustration, pictorial illustration, of fractions and whole numbers, to resume writing, interview skills, and dimetric, trimetric and perspective converting fractions to decimals. career planning. Students are also drawings. instructed in employability traits such as work ethics, personal appearance and grooming, punctuality, and corporate citizenship.

164 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number DFT 201 DFTS 114 DFTS 126 Geometric Dimensioning & AutoCAD® – Level I 3D Solid Modeling Using AutoCAD® Descriptions Course Tolerancing An introductory class to AutoCAD Focus is on creating and editing 3D This course further develops the that equips the user to use AutoCAD Solid Modeling in AutoCAD®. The concepts of Geometric Dimensioning & on a basic level. The students learn the students learn how to manipulate 3D Tolerancing and related practices used basic principles of the user interface, objects with UCS, Vpoint, Ddview, on engineering drawings with emphasis drawing setup procedures, function keys, Hid, Shade and rendering the objects. placed on applied design, production basic 2D drawing creation commands, Prerequisite: DFTS 116 CAD II. RTC is standards and interchangeability. file management commands, layers, a Premier Authorized Training Center for inquiring about drawing information, Autodesk®, Inc. introduction to block creation, DFT 202 hatching, introduction to dimensioning DFTS 127 Flat Pattern Development techniques, object snaps, commands for This class explores sheet metal object viewing, basic editing techniques, Autodesk Inventor™ Level I fabrication practices and metal forming and text annotations. RTC is a Premier This course on Autodesk Inventor® covers design standards. Subjects include Authorized Training Center for solids, parts and assemblies, editing of minimum bend radii, set backs, bend Autodesk, Inc. 3D models, creation of part drawings reliefs and minimum edge margins. and plotting of part drawings. This course offers a comprehensive solution to DFTS 116 those seeking to enhance their 3D design DFT 206 AutoCAD® – Level II projects by incorporating Inventor’s 3D Advanced Mechanical Drafting A second level AutoCAD course parametric feature based and adaptive Students learn to create production that takes the user into intermediate technologies. It brings the designer drawings including parts lists for detail, AutoCAD functions and concepts. up the learning curve from the basic assembly, and installation drawings. Topics covered include: CAD standards, 3D parametric technology to assembly Drawing notations, special labeling and creating and editing Blocks, Attributes, modeling and finally to part drawings. assembly notes and fastener systems Dimensioning concepts, Paper Space, Prerequisite: A previous course in 3D are also covered. This course is a Model Space, Layouts, External Modeling or 6 months design experience continuation of DFT 106, Mechanical References, DesignCenter, Geometric using 3D based CAD software. This Drafting. calculator, Properties Windows, course is designed for those already Options Dialog Box, Grips, basic accomplished at creating 3D models in DFT 213 plotting techniques in model space and AutoCAD® or other 3D CAD software Advanced CAD paperspace layouts, and plot style tables. packages. Experience using Windows- Prerequisite: DFTS 114 or instructor based operating systems is recommended. Course content includes 3-D permission. RTC is a Premier Authorized RTC is a Premier Authorized Training construction from two dimensional Training Center for Autodesk, Inc. Center for Autodesk®, Inc. profiles. Other topics include multi- view setup, inserting blocks and external referencing. DFTS 118 AutoCAD® – Level III DFT 294 Customize AutoCAD to improve Cooperative Education/Internship and optimize your system for peak performance as a designer or drafter. This course provides the option of Learn to simplify keyboard input, write cooperative/internship training in macros and simple LISP routines, and Drafting, within the prescribed hours of create template files. Learn to customize the student’s program of study. Instructor menus and AutoCAD functions for approval is required, and the experience increased productivity, and importing can be either paid or unpaid. and exporting other files. Text, notebook, and disk required. Prerequisites: DFTS DFT 295 116 or equivalent experience. RTC is a Engineering Design Technical Summer Premier Authorized Training Center for Practicum Autodesk®, Inc. This lab course is based on knowledge gained in the first three quarters of the program. The students work on longer projects in mechanical, and architectural utilizing drafting and CAD skills.

2008-2009 Catalog 165 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number DFTS 136 DFTS 156 ECC 107 Revit Architecture 2008 Essentials CATIA V5 Fundamentals Guidance and Discipline This course is designed for new users of This course provides a detailed overview Students cover techniques and Revit Architecture. The course covers the of CATIA V5, ENOVIA, and DMU. approaches used for dealing with basics of Autodesk Revit Building, from The course includes information to behavior issues. Students learn culturally building design through construction access and interpret CATIA data through relevant strategies and methods to help documentation. Students are introduced ENOVIA and DMU Navigator. Creation children learn self-control, problem to the concepts of Building Information and annotation of simple drawing views solve, use conflict resolution, and Modeling and the tools for parametric and plotting is discussed. negotiation skills. In addition, students design and documentation. In the learn how to provide effective, culturally hands-on lab sessions, students use the EASS 100 sensitive, and age appropriate child parametric 3D design tools of Revit to guidance. design projects and use the automated Electronic Manufacturing for Course Descriptions Technicians tools for documenting projects. No ECC 108 previous CAD experience is necessary. Students learn electronic component However, architectural design, drafting identification and markings, PCB Learning Environments and or engineering experience is highly assembly, soldering, desoldering, and Curriculum Planning recommended. It is also recommended minor PCB rework. Also covered are This course focuses on ways to arrange that you have a working knowledge of crimp lugs, crimp pins, IDC and flat the physical classroom environment to Microsoft Windows (XP, 2000 or NT cable assembly. Students will learn basic provide optimum-learning opportunities 4.0). (Note for architects: program wiring skills and also an introduction for young children physically, cognitively, number RS2008, 24 LU hrs, non HSW). to surface mount PCB assembly. This socially, and emotionally. Students course is designed to give a hands on explore diverse types of learning centers introduction to manufacturing skills. to establish an early childhood setting DFTS 137 and culturally relevant materials to Revit Architecture Advanced ECC 101 provide. They practice techniques This course builds upon the Revit and strategies to complete recorded Architecture Essentials class and students Introduction to Early Childhood observations of young children. Students learn advanced techniques for creating Designed to give new students an then use this information as a tool for complex designs and professional looking introduction to the field of early planning curriculum and activities renderings, creating and customizing childhood. For personnel already that are child-centered; lesson plans objects, and collaborating on designs employed in child care programs, this that reflect individual needs, and daily with other team members using course provides the basic curriculum schedules that are culturally diverse and Autodesk Architecture. Other topics components of health, safety, child age appropriate. include phasing and design options, development and guidance, while taking running interface checks, and ODBC into consideration culturally relevant/ database export. Prerequisite: DFTS anti-bias practices. This course meets the ECC 109 136 or instructor permission. (Note for Washington State legislation and STARS Working with Children with Special architects: program number RD2008, 24 requirements. Needs LU hrs, non HSW). Students learn to recognize characteristics ECC 106 and behavioral clues of children with Child Development special needs and how to support their development and work effectively as a DFTS 140 Students explore typical developmental team with diverse family needs. Accessing Programming for AutoCAD® stages of children from birth to age eight local resources and types of services This hands-on class focuses on VBA from a multicultural perspective, and the available for both teachers and families and ADO. The students use VBA to implications of these stages to program are discussed. create and manipulate the AutoCAD® development. In this course, students database, also use ADO to connect learn about basic brain research and the desktop databases to AutoCAD. theories related to child development Prerequisite: DFTS 118, AutoCAD® (Piaget, Erickson, Vygotski, and others) – Level III, and some programming and the application of these theories to experience with Visual Basic. RTC is a the day-to-day work with young children Premier Authorized Training Center for in a diverse early childhood setting. Autodesk®, Inc.

166 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number ECC 112 ECC 161 ECC 173 Art and Creativity Math and Science Activities Communication with Families and Descriptions Course This course provides an overview of the This course introduces students to a Community developmental stages of children’s art variety of age appropriate pre-math This course explores diverse ways in and the importance of open-ended art and science experiences that foster and which adults communicate to each other experiences. Students practice presenting develop cognitive skills. Students explore both verbally and non-verbally and a variety of art activities, learn why it culturally diverse and age appropriate the impact body language has on the encourages creativity, what factors make materials and activities that encourage receiver. Techniques for effective written it culturally diverse and age appropriate, children to be actively involved in and verbal communication with diverse and develop a resource file of culturally problem solving, investigating, and using families, co-workers and community diverse and age-specific activities. inquiry skills. Students develop diverse members are discussed. Students practice props and resources that encourage a variety of strategies that build mutual ECC 115 children to touch, manipulate, and respect and eliminate barriers, including discover while promoting their thinking ways to keep communication open, Health , Safety and Nutrition skills. conducting parent-teacher conferences, This course includes practical strategies and effective parent education to keep children safe, techniques for presentations and meetings. healthy practices, and guidelines for a ECC 171 sound nutritional program. Students Music and Movement Experiences identify and recognize safety and health Students learn how to select and present ECC 180 hazards, how to implement a balanced music and movement activities that Job Skills and Professionalism menu, as well as state record keeping and reflect diversity and are developmentally Students look at ways early childhood licensing requirements specific to safety, appropriate for ages birth through professionals can improve their health, and nutrition issues. Students preschool. Emphasis is on the communication skills in resume writing, receive HIV/AIDS training, Food importance of music in children’s daily effectively complete an application Handlers Training, and First Aid/CPR lives, as well as techniques for presenting process, and perfect interview for young children. musical activities including songs, finger techniques. Students research the types plays, rhythm, and movement activities. of programs that may offer services ECC 120 for families with young children and ECC 172 opportunities for employment in the Culturally Relevant Anti-Bias field. The NAEYC professional “Code Curriculum Language and Literacy of Ethical Conduct” is examined, In this Human Relations course, students This course provides an overview of including leadership and teacher roles examine biases in our communities language and literacy development, in early education, steps in advocacy, and how these biases affect young how to support oral language in young and strategies for improving professional children and the development of positive children and increase their vocabulary. growth and development. self-esteem. Techniques, principles, Students learn to identify and select and methodology used in “Anti-Bias quality anti-bias, culturally diverse, and Curriculum” text are discussed, and age appropriate children’s language and ECC 191 students recreate their curriculum and literacy activities, and demonstrate a Introduction to Children, Families and environment to reflect anti-bias and variety of techniques that promote these Community culturally relevant principles in their skills in young children. During the first quarter of this practicum setting in relation to specific groups of experience, students learn, practice children and families served. and implement effective cross cultural communication techniques that include ECC 160 basic reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. Strategies to support Practical Math for the ECE Professional families from diverse backgrounds are Students perform the basic math focused on as well as understanding principles needed to work efficiently child growth and development from a in the child care field. Using math multi-cultural perspective, and how to principles (adding, subtracting, meet children’s individual and group multiplication, division, finding needs. The outcomes and competencies percentages, etc.), students create a are based on the Washington State monthly and yearly budget, determine Skill Standards for Early Childhood appropriate room size, square footage, Professionals. ratios, and complete a detailed order form for materials and supplies.

2008-2009 Catalog 167 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number ECC 192 ECC 210 ECC 292 Introduction to Safe, Healthy Learning Observations and Assessments Implementing Culturally Diverse Environments: Observations Students learn about different systematic Curriculum This second quarter practicum observation techniques, review This second year internship requires experience continues to build on developmental milestones, and plan students to practice and implement knowledge and information covered diverse, age appropriate activities that effective cultural communication during first quarter, and includes an meet the individual and group needs of techniques and strategies to support on-going discussion supporting multi- young children. families from diverse backgrounds. cultural and anti-bias approaches. Students focus on implementing a multi- Emphasis on preparing and evaluating a ECC 290 cultural and anti-bias approach to early culturally diverse and developmentally childhood curriculum in their programs. appropriate learning environment, Implementing DAP, Anti-Bias and Outcomes/competencies are based on Effective Communication

Course Descriptions maintaining health, safety and nutrition the Washington State Skill Standards for standards, and implementing diverse This second year internship requires Early Childhood Professionals. Variable learning activities for music and students to practice and implement credits available. movement. Students discuss and evaluate effective cultural communication techniques and strategies to support workplace competencies, job skills, ECCS 201 and ethics necessary for success. The families from diverse backgrounds. outcomes and competencies are based on Students focus on applying a multi- Management of Child Care Programs the Washington State Skill Standards for cultural and anti-bias approach to early Working with Adults Early Childhood Professionals. childhood curriculum in their programs. This class is designed to enhance Outcomes/competencies are based on knowledge and skills in managing and the Washington State Skill Standards for developing staff members and teams. ECC 193 Early Childhood Professionals. Focus is on successful staff recruitment, Introduction to Curriculum: Guidance selection, orientation, supervision, and Discipline ECC 291 and training. Find out how to identify This third quarter practicum continues staff training needs, understand how to reinforce diversity principles Implementing Safe, Healthy Learning adults learn, and design and deliver discussed during the first two quarters. Environments training. This course meets the STARS Students discuss culturally relevant During this quarter students evaluate requirement for coursework on teaching guidance techniques, observing and and prepare culturally diverse learning adults. recording children’s behaviors, and environments while maintaining health, safety and nutrition standards required ways to support families and children ECCS 203 from diverse backgrounds. By the end by the WAC’s. Students conduct of this quarter, students are able to observations and assessments to meet Management of Child Care Programs develop and implement curriculum the needs of a diverse group of children. Managing Quality Programs activities and ideas for math and Students also discuss, evaluate and This hands-on interactive class is science, creative art, and stories and implement professional and ethical designed for early childhood/school literature to create a child-centered standards in the workplace for success. age professionals seeking to increase and culturally diverse program. The Outcomes/competencies are based on their skill in leading quality programs outcomes and competencies are based on the Washington State Skill Standards for and creating communities of learners. the Washington State Skill Standards for Early Childhood Professionals. Variable This class explores tools that deepen Early Childhood Professionals. credits available. child development knowledge and how to apply it in daily teaching. Learn to successfully manage diversity, recognize ECC 201 different communication styles, and how Technology in Early Childhood to negotiate conflict. Become skilled This introductory course introduces at the basics of program observation, students to the basic operations of evaluation, and accreditation. This Microsoft Windows products. Students course meets the on-going annual STARS learn the basics of Word, PowerPoint and requirement. Publisher, and to create, save and attach e-mail documents to use in their Early Childhood settings.

168 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number ECCS 204 ECCS 211 EDUC 117 Management of Child Care Programs School Age Care Giving – Part II Roles, Responsibilities, and Human Descriptions Course Financial Management This is the second course in the series of Relations for Paraeducators This interactive class is designed for the three, where providers continue to build This course explores the role and early childhood/school age professional on their knowledge and create resource responsibilities of the paraeducator in seeking to increase their administrative files of activities to support children in different educational environments, knowledge and skills in budgeting and physical and cognitive development, and how communication and financial management. Learn how to creative expression opportunities and collaboration play an important part in develop and analyze a program budget. ways to foster language and literacy a paraeducator’s success. Topics include Gain knowledge on how to access grants, skills. delegation of assigned tasks and authority foundation gifts, and government monies issues about the teacher/paraeducator to support the program. Find out how ECCS 212 team, job responsibilities, effective to manage daily risks to enhance your communication styles for the educational childcare’s long-term financial health. School Age Care Giving – Part III environment, and skills for being a This course focuses on examining This is the third course in the series of successful team member. This course also marketing strategies and exploring tools three. Providers discuss guidance and discusses issues surrounding ethical issues for managing your budget. This course discipline techniques, how to foster self in education such as confidentiality and meets the on-going annual STARS control in school age children, effective moral behavior. requirement. strategies for working with families and implementing a culturally diverse program that supports all families. EDUC 130 ECCS 206 Classroom and Behavior Management Children with Special Needs - Behavior EDUC 115 This course explores different methods Management of discipline used in the schools. Child Growth and Development Participants learn how to identify and Practical application of these models This course explores the different modify the most common hurtful and appropriate techniques to support theories of child development from behaviors of preschool age children and the teacher in disciplining children are birth to adulthood. Topics covered create a plan to implement effective discussed and practiced. Students are to include language development, strategies for guiding positive social develop their own personal philosophies physical development, social/ behaviors. Students will gain valuable of discipline and appropriate emotional development, and cognitive working knowledge of resources available intervention strategies to change development. Theorists such as Piaget, in our communities. (40 hours of lecture behavior. Skinner and Erickson are discussed. plus a variety of classroom activities and 20 hours of onsite support) EDUC 140 EDUC 116 Health and Safety ECCS 207 Technology in Education This course provides students with Children with Special Needs - Creating This course prepares students to be training in health and safety issues. an Inclusive Classroom proficient in the use of education During their internship, students apply technology. Class provides hands-on Learn about activities and their knowledge of health and safety guidance in using Microsoft Word, implementation of strategies to support to the classroom. Students actively PowerPoint, and Excel. Other issues special needs children in an inclusive research and report on topics relating discussed include assistive technology, early education environment. Gain to health and safety. Topics include maintaining equipment, internet safety, skills and techniques for creating an safety precautions, hazardous material, and using technology with students. environment that supports learning for infectious diseases, emergencies, and all children. (40 hours of lecture plus at-risk students. Child abuse signs a variety of classroom activities and 20 and mandatory reporting laws are also hours of onsite support) discussed. The course includes American Heart Association First Aid and CPR training. ECCS 210 School Age Care Giving – Part I This course is the first in a series of EDUC 180 three. It offers school-age providers Job Readiness and Networking an introduction to the concepts of This course prepares the students to high quality school age programs. enter their professional field. Issues Topics explored this quarter include explored include resume writing, professionalism, safety, health and interviewing skills, networking and job learning environments. hunting.

2008-2009 Catalog 169 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number EDUC 195 EDUC 240 ELECS 116 Internship I Diversity Awareness Plant & Machine Maintenance Students must pass a fingerprinting This course helps develop students’ Electrical II and background check to participate awareness of the diversity among This theoretical course is designed in this practicum. Students work children, youth, families and colleagues for plant and machine maintenance as paraeducator interns under the with whom they work. Topics such as trainees. Basic theory and application supervision of staff members. culture, discrimination, and bilingualism areas include continuation of theory on are discussed. Students are asked to DC and AC circuits and introduction to EDUC 196 research issues in education about complex AC circuits. Other areas covered diversity and to identify and share are basic laws and formulae, resistive, Internship II their own experiences with diversity inductive, and capacitive loads and Students must pass a fingerprinting education. calculations, power and power factor, self and background check to participate

Course Descriptions and mutual inductance, transformers, in this practicum. Students work EDUC 250 batteries, AC and DC generator/ as paraeducator interns under the alternators, AC and DC motors, control supervision of staff members. Portfolio Development circuits, test instruments, circuit This course is designed to give the diagrams, pilot devices, single and three EDUC 197 student the opportunity to design and phase circuits, maintenance issues, and create their professional portfolio. The Internship III safety. Textbook is required. This course students are given guidelines of the is approved by the Department of Labor Students must pass a fingerprinting necessary components, organizational and Industries’ Electrical Section to and background check to participate issues, and aesthetic presentation. satisfy 16 hours of continuing education in this practicum. Students work for electricians. Pre-requisite: Basic as paraeducator interns under the Electricity or instructor approval. supervision of staff members. EETS 253 Microprocessors Controllers EDUC 202 An introduction to microcontroller ELECS 117 theory, concepts, and applications. This Introduction to Education Plant & Machine Maintenance course examines the Motorola 68HC11 Electrical III An introduction to teaching: and Intel 8051 series of microcontrollers This theoretical course is designed for historical, organizational, legal, ethical, with a view toward assembly language plant and machine maintenance trainees. philosophical, and social foundations programming, device architecture, and Basic theory areas include DC and AC of public education. Current issues interfacing. At the conclusion of this solid state motor controls and static and trends in education are explored. course, students have gained a practical input/output devices and closed loop Instructional strategies used in the understanding of single board computer regulation concepts. Other areas covered classroom to support learning are also subsystems and embedded controllers. include test equipment for advanced discussed. An understanding of digital logic and trouble shooting, transistor operation knowledge of computer numbering and basic amplifier applications with systems or equivalent experience is EDUC 204 circuit analysis, electronic control symbol strongly recommended. Introduction to Exceptional Students introduction and schematic analysis, This is an introduction to the special basic introduction to Programmable needs of children in our schools. This ELECS 115 Logic Controllers and their application course retraces the effect of PL 94-142 Basic Electricity (Plant & Machine to motor control. Textbook and and its impact on school services for Maintenance Electrical I) calculator are required. This course is approved by the Department of Labor children. Inclusion is discussed. Students Designed for plant and machine and Industries’ Electrical Section to practice reading and writing Individual maintenance trainees, instruction satisfy 16 hours of continuing education Education Plans (IEP), and thoroughly includes electron theory and electrical for electricians. Pre-requisite: Electrical research one special needs topic and current areas. Textbook and calculator II or instructor approval. present findings to class. The focus is required. This course is approved by the on the classroom accommodations and Department of Labor and Industries’ curriculum modifications. Electrical Section to satisfy 16 hours of continuing education for electricians.

170 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number ELECS 118 ESTS 110 ESTS 113 Plant & Machine Maintenance Basic Electronics I Repairing and Upgrading Your PC Descriptions Course Electrical IV This course is an introduction to DC This course is designed around the core This course builds on and applies and AC electrical concepts, electronic requirements of the A+ certification test theories first introduced in electrical devices, and circuit basics. Topics covered used by employers. Students learn to courses I, II, and III. This advanced are: DC series and parallel resistive upgrade and maintain their computer. course covers motor control circuit circuits, circuit theorems, capacitors, Subject areas covered include power design, construction, analysis, drive inductors, RC circuits, electromagnetism, supplies, motherboards, I/O controllers regulation, and programmable controller transformers, reactance, impedance, and devices, hard and floppy disk drives, interface. The course includes theory and and resonance. Lab work reinforces cd-roms, communications ports, multi- hands-on labs with major emphasis on the lecture material and presents test media, CPU’s tape drives, video, resource troubleshooting. The use of oscilloscope equipment basics. Experiments provide allocation, and troubleshooting through and advance digital multimeter hands-on experience through circuit both discussion and hands-on experience. techniques is highlighted. Prerequisite: bread boarding and testing, use of By the end of the course, students will Electrical III or instructor approval. meters, power supplies, oscilloscopes and have put together a working computer function generators. from scratch. The end of the course is devoted to taking sample tests for the A+ ELECS 232 ESTS 111 certification test. A basic knowledge of Basic HVAC & Refrigeration Systems DOS and minimal working knowledge of Students learn the theory of mechanical Basic Electronics II Windows is recommended. refrigeration and its various applications. This course covers semiconductor devices Course work helps prepare students and their uses and application in circuits. for the City of Seattle Refrigeration An overview of basic semiconductor ESTS 122 Operator’s License. It is suggested theory is given then device models are Programmable Logic Controllers PLC students take ELECS 234 concurrently presented. The course covers: Diodes, This course covers applications and with this class. Textbook is required. transistors, amplifiers, switching circuits, programming of programmable logic and operational amplifiers. The course controllers, and explores theory, concludes with filters and oscillators. Lab applications, and troubleshooting of ELECS 234 work reinforces the lecture topics and ladder logic systems and relay controls. Basic HVAC & Refrigeration Electrical provides hands-on experience through Schematics circuit bread boarding and testing, and ESTS 126 Students learn electrical components comprehensive use of meters, power and wiring layouts commonly found in supplies, oscilloscopes, and function Electric Motor Control HVAC and refrigeration systems, and a generators. Prerequisites: ESTS 110, or This class familiarizes students with practical foundation in electrical theory equivalent knowledge and permission of basic and complex motor controls to aid in troubleshooting and diagnosis. instructor. found in industry. The class begins Textbook is required. This course is with a survey of safety principles and approved by the Department of Labor diagram interpretation. Students then and Industries’ Electrical Section to ESTS 112 learn types of control stations, relays satisfy 16 hours of continuing education Basic Electronics III and switches, solenoids, two-wire and for electricians. Prerequisite: ELECS This course covers combinational and three-wire controls, starters, polyphase 232, or concurrent enrollment. sequential digital logic, devices, and and multispeed controls, acceleration circuit applications. It begins with and deceleration, electric braking, and number systems, basic logic gates, motor drives. Prerequisites: EST 101, programmable logic and code converters, Electronics I, and EST 102, Electronics multiplexers and demultiplexers. The II, or equivalent industry experience. later part of the course covers flip-flops and registers, counter circuits, shift registers, multivibrators, analog to digital, and digital to analog devices and circuits. Lab work reinforces the lecture topics and provides hands-on experience through circuit bread boarding and testing, and comprehensive use of meters, power supplies, oscilloscopes, and function generators. Prerequisites: ESTS 111, or equivalent knowledge and permission of instructor.

2008-2009 Catalog 171 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number ESTS 134 FAS 112 FAS 119 Electronic Troubleshooting Techniques Basic Shop Skills Steering & Suspension Systems This class prepares beginning technicians This course prepares students in This course prepares students for Ford to more efficiently and accurately basic shop skills such as: using hand Motor Company Service Technician troubleshoot electronic circuits. Circuit tools, measuring devices, automotive Specialty certification in specialty 33, theory and logical analysis are taught shop equipment, tire service, fastener Steering and Suspension System Repair. in a non-threatening and professional application, and basic welding Students learn steering and suspension style, which will quickly have students operations. Students learn navigation theory, application, diagnosis and repair troubleshooting to the component of electronic service information and based on Ford/NATEF competencies level. This course satisfies the elective written publications. through web-based classroom and lab distribution requirements for EST instruction. Topics include: steering/ Certificates of Completion. FAS 115 suspension diagnosis and service, multiplexed steering and suspension Course Descriptions Electrical/Electronic Systems ESTS 151 service, wheel alignment and wheel This course prepares students for Ford service. Students prepare for ASE Introduction to Fiber Optics Motor Company Service Technician certification in Suspension & Steering This course is designed to give the Specialty Training certification in (A4). serious student a broad overview of the specialty 34, Automotive Electrical/ emerging technology of fiber optics Electronic System Repair. Students learn communications. It is presented at a electrical/electronic theory, application, FAS 120 level that assumes some background diagnosis and repair based on Ford/ Engine Repair and understanding of communications NATEF competencies through web- This course prepares students for Ford systems. This understanding includes based, classroom and lab instruction. Motor Company Service Technician terminal equipment media and test Topics include: Battery, starting and Specialty Training certification in equipment. Course material will include charging system service, lighting system specialty 32, Gasoline Engine Repair. a booklet of basic theory, guest speakers, repair, automotive accessory diagnosis, This course covers engine theory, and hands-on experience with various electrical, electronic and multiplex operation and diagnosis, disassembly, test equipment and connectorization system diagnosis and scan tool usage. inspection, component measurement and procedures. Students are prepared to pass Students prepare for ASE certification in reassembly techniques of gasoline and the ETA certification test. Electrical/Electronic Systems (A6). diesel engines based on Ford/NATEF competencies through web-based FAS 101 FAS 118 classroom and lab instruction. Students prepare for ASE certification in Engine Safety and Environmental Issues Brake Systems Repair (A1). This course prepares students in the This course prepares students for Ford proper safety procedures and usage of Motor Company Service Technician shop equipment and chemicals, as well Specialty Training certification in FAS 123 as identification, handling, storage, and specialty 38, Brake System Repair. Diesel Fundamentals disposal of hazardous automotive waste Students learn basic brake and anti-lock This course prepares students for Ford products through web-based classroom system theory, application, diagnosis Motor Company Service Technician and lab instruction. and repair based on Ford/NATEF Specialty Training certification in competencies through web-based specialty 51, Diesel Engine Performance, FAS 111 classroom, and lab instruction. Students and specialty 52, Diesel Engine Repair learn on-car machining, brake service through web-based classroom and lab Pre-Delivery Inspection Service and antilock repair. Students prepare for instruction. Students learn basic diesel This course prepares students to perform ASE certification in Brakes (A5). operation, as well as proper use of special automotive pre-delivery inspection to diesel diagnostic tools and equipment. Ford standards using a Pre-Delivery Service Record checklist, through web- based classroom and lab instruction.

172 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number FAS 124 FAS 193 FAS 227 Climate Control Systems Cooperative Training II Emission Certification Descriptions Course This course prepares students for Ford Students work in the dealership Students learn to diagnose and repair Motor Company Service Technician developing competencies in brake emissions failure vehicles based on State Specialty Training certification in systems and steering and suspension of Washington, Department of Ecology specialty 35, Climate Control Systems. systems. (WSDOE) standards through web-based, Students learn climate control theory, classroom and hands-on lab instruction application, diagnosis and repair FAS 216 in a live work environment. Topics based on Ford/NATEF competencies include: exhaust analysis, computer scan through web-based, classroom and Manual Transmissions and Drivetrains diagnosis and repair, lab scope diagnosis lab instruction. Students perform This course prepares students for Ford and repair, on-board diagnostic system refrigerant recovery and recycling per Motor Company Service Technician II (OBDII) diagnosis and repair, testing EPA regulations and prepare for EPA Specialty Training certification in methods and methodology, and the laws, recycling certification. Students prepare specialty 36, Manual Transmission and rules and regulations governing emission for ASE certification in Heating/Air Drivetrain Repair. Students learn manual testing in Washington. Students prepare Conditioning (A7). transmission and drivetrain repair for WSDOE Authorized Emission theory, application, diagnosis and repair Specialist II certification. based on Ford/NATEF competencies FAS 160 through web-based classroom, and Automotive Mathematics lab instruction. Topics include: noise, FAS 282 This course prepares students to solve vibration and harshness diagnosis, Human Relations/Workplace Skills common automotive related problems differential overhaul, driveline service, Students learn to develop professional including: measurement systems, manual transmission, and transfer case workplace skills. Topics include: fraction to decimal conversions, ratios overhaul. Students prepare for ASE Understanding human relations, and proportions, weights and measures, certification in Manual Drivetrain & relationship with others, team building, metric/English conversions, mechanical, Axles (A3). cultural diversity, and goal setting. electrical, pressure and vacuum measurements. FAS 217 FAS 294 Automatic Transmissions Cooperative Training III FAS 171 This course prepares students for Ford The student works in the dealership Written Communications Motor Company Service Technician developing competencies in engine Students develop writing skills to Specialty Training certification in repair, diesel fundamentals and climate describe repairs, repair procedures, and specialty 37, Automatic Transmission control systems. suggestions for further maintenance. Repair. Students learn automatic Students learn to prepare a cover transmission theory, application, FAS 295 letter and resume for employment diagnosis, repair, and overhaul based opportunities. on Ford/NATEF competencies through Cooperative Training IV web-based classroom and lab instruction. The student works in the dealership developing competencies in manual FAS 191 Students prepare for ASE certification in Automatic Transmission & Transaxle transmission and drivetrain and Cooperative Training I Part A (A2). automatic transmissions. Students work in the dealership developing competencies covered in FAS 296 Safety and Environmental Issues, Basic FAS 223 Shop Skills, Electrical/Electronic Systems Engine Performance Cooperative Training V Part A and Pre-Delivery Inspection courses. This course prepares students for Ford Students work in the dealership Motor Company Service Technician developing competencies in engine performance, and emissions certification. FAS 192 Specialty Training certification in specialty 31, Gasoline Engine Cooperative Training I Part B Performance. Students learn engine FAS 297 Continuation of FAS 192, Cooperative performance theory, application and Cooperative Training V Part B Training I Part A. diagnosis of ignition, fuel, emissions Continuation of FAS 297, Cooperative and on board diagnostic systems based Training V Part A. on Ford/NATEF competencies through web-based classroom and lab instruction. Students prepare for ASE certification in Engine Performance (A8).

2008-2009 Catalog 173 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number HCPCS 102 HLTH 105 INTP 120 Healthcare Provider First Aid/CPR and Medical Terminology Technical Skills AED Students learn and practice the In this course students learn to use This course covers one and two person, fundamentals of medical terminology computer applications to support their adult, child and infant CPR. Students for identifying medical word structures work as language interpreters. Included practice caring for person with foreign and definitions. The information is then is applied instruction in the basics of body airway obstruction (FBAO), linked to the words and pathophysiology integrated office computing applications pocket mask, bag valve mask, personal of the same body systems studied including word processing, calendar and barriers techniques and use of Automated in Introduction to Anatomy and contacts management, and the internet External Defibrillator (AED). The Physiology. (web and e-mail). Students create course teaches to effectively recognize documents and billings, communicate and treat in critical minutes until INDS 101 electronically, use search features for mapping and routing, use search for

Course Descriptions Emergency Medical Services (EMS) arrive. Topics include: general first First Aid/CPR and AED support of interpretation functions, aid principles, medical emergencies, Teaches to effectively recognize and treat manage client and site information, and injury, environmental emergencies, and in the critical minutes until Emergency keep business logs and appointments. bloodborne pathogens. This course is Medical Service (EMS) arrive. Includes While not intended for general approved by OSHA, WISHA (Labor general principles of first aid, medical preparation in advanced office skills, and Industries) for healthcare providers: emergencies, injury emergencies, this course develops broad proficiency physicians, nurses, physical therapists, environmental emergencies, blood borne at a level to support the integrated dental office and assisted living pathogens and safety precautions. Upon business practices for a career in language providers. An AHA card will be issued completion of written exam and skills interpreting. upon the successful completion of a evaluation AHA card issued. This course written exam and skills evaluation. is approved by OSHA, WISHA (Labor and Industries). INTP 150 Career Management INTP 101 Students are introduced to the practical skills and techniques for entering the HLTH 100 Introduction to Language world of professional employment. Tools for Success Interpreting Participants experience strategies This course is designed to enhance This course, intended to serve as an for ongoing career planning as well learning skills for successful completion orientation to interpreting as a career, as strategies to increase workplace in the Nursing Assistant program. The outlines the role and responsibilities of effectiveness. areas covered in this course are study interpreters, the various environments habits, life skills, information literacy, in which they work, and the impact of math, human relations, introduction culture on interpreting. INTP 155 to medical terminology, and verbal and Business Practice Because interpreters are often individual written communication skills. Also INTP 105 included is First Aid and Healthcare contractors, this class introduces the Provider Level “C” CPR training. Ethics basic concepts needed to operate a small This course, intended for those pursuing business, including financial literacy, a career in interpreting, is an exploration contract review, customer assessment, HLTH 101 of the ethics, protocols, and legal aspects effective communication, telephone Allied Health for Success of interpreting, including certification skills, and serving customers within a This course is designed to enhance requirements. diverse environment. learning skills in advance of entry into many of the allied health programs for more successful completion. The areas covered in this course are study habits, life skills, information literacy, math, human relations, introduction to medical terminology, and verbal and written communication skills.

174 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number INTP 197 INTP 212 ITEC 112 Practicum Interpreting Skills II Basic Shop Skills Descriptions Course In this capstone course students identify This course expands on the topics Students learn fundamental automotive and complete an internship experience in covered in INTP 211, Interpreting shop operations through classroom language interpreting that matches both Skills I. It provides an in depth look at and hands-on lab instruction in a live the outcomes of the language interpreter medical, social and legal interpretation. work environment. Topics include: program and the student’s interests for Students practice consecutive, vehicle identification, the use of service practice with a particular setting and simultaneous, and sight interpreting information (publications, electronic community. While practicing the skills with increasingly complex and diverse media, and web-based), care of customer of a language interpreter in a work- materials. Challenging exercises with vehicles, handling repair orders, based setting, the student integrates videotaped source materials help procuring parts, proper use of hand both the interpreting and business the student build a solid foundation tools, measuring devices, and fastener practices outcomes of the program. A to enter the world of professional applications. Students learn basic weekly seminar with other internship interpreting. This course combines automotive services: vehicle inspection, participants is a part of this course. theory and practical experience, allowing oil changes, tire service, headlamp participants to practice specialized aiming, basic diagnosis, transmission INTP 198 techniques in a variety of settings. service, and cooling system service. Seminar This seminar is linked with the INTP 213 ITEC 115 practicum to complete the capstone Interpreting Skills III Electrical/Electronic Systems I course and to help students prepare for This course further focuses on practical Students learn electrical/electronic interpreting examinations. interpreting, hands-on practicum and theory, application, diagnosis and repair necessary honing of skills with an based on NATEF competencies through INTP 205 emphasis on cross-cultural analysis. web-based, classroom, and hands-on lab It includes an analysis of the systems instruction in a live work environment. Vocabulary Integration that are typical in the businesses and Topics include: batteries, starting This course helps students develop institutions where interpreters are systems, charging systems, lighting skills in interpreting using specialized commonly utilized. Students have systems, gauges, warning devices, driver vocabulary. Student use prior vocabulary the benefit of a variety of learning information systems, horns, wipers, and build bilingual vocabulary and environments, including classroom, electrical accessories, schematic diagrams, research skills in order to expand that laboratory and field experience. and testing equipment. Students prepare vocabulary to adapt to a variety of work for ASE Certification in Electrical/ situations. INTP 245 Electronic Systems (ASE certification test A6). Specialized Vocabulary INTP 211 Interpreting Skills I ITEC 101 ITEC 121 Designed for the bilingual, interpreting Safety/Environmental Issues Brakes can offer a new range of career choices. Students learn proper safety procedures Students learn brake and anti-lock This course teaches techniques on how in an automotive shop environment to system theory, application, diagnosis and to effectively communicate messages protect themselves, their co-workers, repair based on NATEF competencies from one language to another while their customers and the environment through web-based, classroom, and preserving meaning across language through web-based, classroom, and hands-on lab instruction in a live work boundaries. Emphasis is placed on hands-on lab instruction. Students are environment. Topics include: hydraulic developing consecutive and simultaneous introduced to information literacy and systems, drum brakes, disc brakes, power interpreting, as well as sight interpreting the proper use of library resources and assist, wheel bearings, parking brakes, skills. the Internet. Topics include: personal electrical systems, anti-lock brakes, safety, proper use of shop equipment and and traction control systems. Students tools, identification, handling, storage prepare for ASE Certification in Brakes and disposal of hazardous automotive (ASE certification test A5) waste, worker “Right to Know” hazard communication, and the use and procurement of Material Safety Data Sheets.

2008-2009 Catalog 175 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number ITEC 125 ITEC 160 ITEC 193 Engine Repair Automotive Mathematics Cooperative Training II Students learn engine theory, Students learn to identify and solve Student works in the sponsoring operation, application, diagnosis, common automotive related mathematics automotive repair shop developing the disassembly, inspection, component problems including: weights & measures, competencies covered in Brakes, and measurement and reassembly based on measurement systems, fraction to Steering and Suspension courses. NATEF competencies through web- decimal conversions, ratios, proportions, based, classroom and hands-on lab English/metric conversions, brake ITEC 216 instruction in a live work environment. and transmission hydraulics, steering Topics include: engine removal and geometry, and mechanical, electrical, Manual Drive Train and Axles reinstallation, cylinder head diagnosis pressure and vacuum measurements. Students learn manual transmission and and repair, engine block diagnosis and drive train system theory, application, repair, lubrication systems, and cooling diagnosis and repair based on NATEF Course Descriptions ITEC 171 systems. Students prepare for ASE competencies through web-based, Certification in Engine Repair (ASE Written Communications classroom and hands-on lab instruction certification test A1). Students learn the writing skills necessary in a live work environment. Topics in an automotive service environment include: clutches, manual transmission/ including: describing repairs, repair transaxles, drive shafts, constant velocity ITEC 122 procedures and repair suggestions on joints, differentials, and four wheel/all Steering and Suspension a repair order, developing a written wheel drive systems. Students prepare for Students learn steering and suspension repair estimate, requesting parts, ASE Certification in Manual Drive Train system theory, application, diagnosis and timekeeping, the use of electronic data and Axles (ASE certification test A3). repair based on NATEF competencies systems, completing job application, and through web-based, classroom and preparing a resume. ITEC 217 hands-on lab instruction in a live work Automatic Transmission/Transaxle environment. Topics include: steering ITEC 282 systems, suspension systems, wheel Students learn automatic transmission/ alignment, wheels, and tires. Students Human Relations/Customer Relations transaxle system theory, application, prepare for ASE Certification in Steering Students learn to interview customers, diagnosis and repair based on NATEF and Suspension (ASE certification test determine needed automotive repairs, competencies through web-based, A4). and prepare a complete repair order with classroom and hands-on lab instruction clear terms and descriptions of needed in a live work environment. Topics repairs/services. Conflict resolution, include: maintenance and adjustment, ITEC 136 employer/employee relationships, sexual in-vehicle repairs, removal, disassembly, Heating & Air Conditioning harassment, and other workplace issues measurement, reassembly, reinstallation, Students learn heating and air are covered. oil pumps, torque converters, valve conditioning system theory, application, bodies, and friction and reaction units. diagnosis and repair based on NATEF ITEC 191 Students prepare for ASE Certification in competencies through web-based, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle (ASE classroom and hands-on lab instruction Cooperative Training I Part A certification test A2). in a live work environment. Topics The student works in the sponsoring automotive repair shop developing the include: refrigeration systems, heating ITEC 223 systems, ventilation systems, engine competencies covered in the Safety and cooling systems, operational controls, Environmental Issues, Basic Shop and Engine Performance and refrigerant recovery, recycling Electrical/Electronic Systems I courses. Students learn engine performance and handling. Students perform theory, application, and diagnosis of refrigerant recovery and recycling per ITEC 192 ignition, fuel, emissions and on-board diagnostic computer systems based on EPA regulations and prepare for EPA Cooperative Training I Part B recycling certification. Students prepare NATEF competencies through web- The student works in the sponsoring for ASE Certification in Heating and Air based, classroom and hands-on lab automotive repair shop developing the Conditioning (ASE certification test A6) instruction in a live work environment. competencies covered in the Brakes, and Topics include: engine diagnosis, Steering and Suspension courses. computerized engine controls, ignition systems, fuel systems, air induction and exhaust systems, emissions controls and related systems. Students prepare for ASE Certification in Engine Performance (ASE certification test A8).

176 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number ITEC 226 ITEC 296 JSTI 106 Electrical/Electronic Systems II Cooperative Training V Part A Job and Life Skills II Descriptions Course Students learn advanced automotive Student works in the sponsoring shop Students utilize and validate skills and electronics theory, application, developing the competencies covered interview strategies learned in JSTI 105, diagnosis and repair based on NATEF in the Engine Performance, Electrical/ Life and Job Skills I, by performing competencies through web-based, Electronic Systems II, and Emission real job search and the submission of classroom and hands-on lab instruction Certification courses. applications to employers and potential in a live work environment. Topics trade unions in their chosen construction include: computerized control systems, ITEC 297 trades. sensor operation and diagnosis, actuator Cooperative Training V Part B operation and diagnosis, logic probes, JSTI 107 scan tools, lab scopes, and on-board Continuation of ITEC 296, Cooperative diagnsotic systems. Students prepare for Training V Part A. Physical Fitness for the Trades, ASE Certification in Electrical/Electronic Beginning Systems (ASE certification test A6). JSTI 101 Students learn strength building exercises to promote proper physical conditioning Core Construction Skills I for the construction trades. Included ITEC 227 Students learn core construction skills are weightlifting, aerobic conditioning, Emission Certification such as blueprint reading, measurements flexibility, and exercise equipment Students learn to diagnose and repair and layout, oxy-actylene cutting, arc familiarity. Students learn the basics emissions failure vehicles based on State welding, and related safety. of nutrition and its impact on physical of Washington, Department of Ecology performance. (WSDOE) standards through web-based, JSTI 102 classroom and hands-on lab instruction Core Construction Skills II in a live work environment. Topics JSTI 108 This is an introduction to the include: Exhaust gas analysis, computer Physical Fitness for the Trades, various construction-related skills, scan diagnosis and repair, lab scope Advanced knowledge, and aptitudes common to diagnosis and repair, on-board diagnostic Students build upon the basic techniques the construction industry. Ergonomic system II (OBDII) diagnosis and repair, acquired in JSTI 107, Physical Fitness hazards of construction are identified, testing methods and methodology, and for the Trades, Beginning, to adapt the and participants demonstrate preventive the laws, rules and regulations governing lessons learned from exercise, warm-up, measures. Participants identify emission testing in Washington. Students and proper nutrition and incorporate construction materials, apply industry prepare for WSDOE Authorized those into real world requirements on terminology, and identify and safely Emission Specialist II certification. the job. operate hand and power tools related to the construction trades. Participants ITEC 294 demonstrate standard hand signals for JSTI 109 Cooperative Training III cranes, use rigging equipment, wear Tool and Equipment Certification Student works in the sponsoring personal protective equipment, and Participants receive state approved automotive repair shop developing demonstrate proper use and handling of training in the safe operation of a sit- the competencies covered in the ladders. down counter-balance lift truck, traffic Engine Repair, and Heating and Air control flagging and powder-actuated Conditioning courses. JSTI 105 tools. Students can receive certification Job and Life Skills I in each of these areas. ITEC 295 This is an introduction to the job and Cooperative Training IV life skills needed to locate, interview JSTI 111 Student works in the sponsoring shop for and negotiate employment in Structural Trades I developing the competencies covered the construction, maintenance and This course emphasizes those building in the Manual Drivetrain and Axles, manufacturing trades. Topics such as trades involved in the skeletal aspect and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle goal setting, time management, sexual of a structure. This includes but is not courses. harassment prevention, and effective exclusive to ironworker, rough and form communication are covered. Participants carpenter, laborer, brick and cement develop a job search plan, resume and mason, and piledriver. Students work cover letter. with tools, materials, and methods specific to each trade, developing skills and knowledge needed to successfully enter an apprenticeship or entry-level position in construction.

2008-2009 Catalog 177 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number JSTI 112 JSTI 169 LGL 109 Structural Trades II Trades Math, Advanced Law Office Procedures II The actual skills acquired in JSTI 111, With the lessons learned from JSTI 168, Students study the role of the legal Structural Trades I, are applied and Trades Math, Beginning, this course secretary and the importance of ethics enhanced in the building of a structure concentrates on the vocational math and client confidentiality in today’s utilizing steel studs and framing as well involved in checking for straightness, law offices. Students study techniques as conventional wood framing. This is orientation of features of layouts for and procedures for managing meetings, accomplished using a drawing made by square, utilizing the Pythagorean making travel arrangements, and the students themselves. Theorem, trigonometric functions and processing documents for mail, facsimile, their manipulation using a calculator. e-filing, and/or courier transmission. JSTI 117 Students also become familiar with time JSTI 194 and billing procedures and with office Electrical and Mechanical Trades supplies and equipment such as copiers, Course Descriptions This course is taught with an emphasis Cooperative/Internship Work scanners and facsimile. on the building trades involved in the Experience interior of a structure including, but This is an optional, instructor-approved, not limited to, electrical, plumbing, paid or unpaid work experience related LGL 110 welding, and sheet metal work. Students to the student’s program of study. Family Law and Estate Planning learn basic electrical theory, use Ohm’s Procedures Law and build simple circuits. Students LGL 107 Students define terms and prepare also learn basic plumbing applications, correspondence, forms and pleadings welding set-up and breakdown, and Legal Resources and Citations related to family law and estate planning. how to work with sheet metal. Safe Students learn the principal sources of Students also process and finalize those and correct use of tools is emphasized law, the structure of the United States documents in the manner prescribed by throughout. court system, and gain familiarity with Washington law and standard law office the court reporters, digests, and reference practices. materials commonly found in a law office JSTI 119 library. Students learn to correctly cite Mechanics and Heavy Equipment legal authorities and format pleadings LGL 112 This course introduces students to basic and legal documents. Litigation Procedures mechanics, auxiliary equipment pumps Students define terms and examine and air compressors. Students learn to LGL 108 the steps in simple civil and criminal identify basic engine trouble and to lawsuits. Using mock cases, students operate various heavy equipment such as Law Office Procedures II prepare correspondence, forms, and jackhammers and backhoes. Students learn procedures for effectively pleadings, schedule and calendar events, managing time, prioritizing tasks, and and perform other routine tasks related calendaring appointments and case JSTI 125 to litigation case management. Students events. Students also learn techniques visit a court in session. Heavy Construction and procedures for handling telephone This course is taught with an emphasis and receptionist duties including on heavy commercial construction. opening and closing client files. Students LGL 113 Students engage in teamwork and work become familiar with ARMA indexing Business Law Procedures with tools and materials specific to rules and records management including Students define terms and prepare laboring, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, effectively organizing and filing paper correspondence, forms, and other and ironworking. Students develop skills and electronic files, indexing pleadings, documents related to business law, real and knowledge necessary to enter an and handling exhibits. estate, and bankruptcy procedures. apprenticeship in construction. Students also process, finalize and record those documents in the manner JSTI 168 prescribed by Washington law and Trades Math, Beginning standard law office practices. This course is taught with a vocational emphasis to develop and deepen students’ conceptual understanding of mathematics, and to develop proficiency in problem-solving with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percents. Students study ratio and proportion, geometry, and basic algebra as applied to the construction trades.

178 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number LGL 136 LGL 142 LGL 178 Legal Internet Applications Presentation Software Legal Transcription III Descriptions Course Students learn key terminology, concepts, Students learn basic presentation Students continue to transcribe, and functions needed to navigate on the software terminology, concepts, and proofread, and finalize legal Internet and to copy and/or hyperlink functions to create, format, and run correspondence and documents data between the Internet and documents a slide show. Students learn to add accurately and efficiently from voice created in other programs. Students learn animation, hyperlinks, and to import dictation with emphasis on increasing to develop basic search strategies, use text from Word into slides. Students also productivity. web search tools, and evaluate websites. learn how to create simple organization Students also set up and use an e-mail charts. LGL 180 account. Professionalism in the Legal Office LGL 150 Students explore ways to develop positive LGL 137 Legal Keyboarding working relationships with co-workers, Word Processing This one-credit module prepares students clients, managers and attorneys. Students Students apply word processing skills, to use computers in a legal setting by develop effective listening and problem concepts, and functions to produce improving existing keyboarding skills solving skills in order to succeed at work. multi-page correspondence, envelops, through extensive, focused practice at a labels, pleadings, and various legal computer keyboard. Speed with accuracy LGL 192 documents from rough draft copy. is emphasized and applied to stand Students also work with word processing business documents. Job Search features, such as styles, merge, tables, Students examine the role of the successful legal secretary/legal assistant footnotes, to prepare a variety of legal LGL 162 documents and forms. Student also learn and the importance of ethics and client to automate procedures using macros, Business Math confidentiality in today’s law offices. autotext, autoformat, and to use Wizards Students apply basic math computations Students create cover letters and resumes to create forms, pleadings, and a basic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and develop job search strategies and Web page. division, percentages, fractions and interviewing skills to assist in their decimals) to a variety of business placement after training. Students problems. Students develop skill using participate in mock interviews. LGL 139 electronic calculators. Spreadsheets LGL 194 Students learn basic spreadsheet LGL 176 terminology, skills, concepts, and Cooperative Work Experience/ functions to create and format simple Legal Transcription Internship worksheets. Students also learn how Students learn to transcribe, proofread, Students who are qualified may to sort data, use formulas, work with and finalize correspondence, legal participate in a paid, Cooperative work ranges, create charts, use templates, and documents and forms from voice experience or non-paid internship. add clip art to spreadsheets. dictation with emphasis on using Students may gain on-the-job experience reference materials to find and correct by applying directly to law firms, errors, following oral directions and on government agencies, etc. and then LGL 140 increasing keyboarding productivity. working part-time. Students may receive Basic Legal Research credit for work appropriate to their Students are introduced to the sources of LGL 177 training. primary and secondary law such as the state and federal statutes, administrative Legal Transcription II laws, case reporters, and legal finding Students transcribe, proofread, and LGLS 101 tools. Students also learn to read and finalize legal correspondence and Business Law Practices and Procedures case and find law-related information on documents accurately and efficiently Students are introduced to basic the Internet. from voice dictation with emphasis on terminology and procedures related following oral formatting and document to the three major types of business handling directions. organizations, contract requirements, real estate and bankruptcy.

2008-2009 Catalog 179 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number LGLS 105 LGLS 130 MAP 101 Office Procedures in the Legal Office Legal Document Processing Introduction to Medical Terms Students develop the necessary skills to Students are introduced to the Students learn to break medical words provide office support such as processing requirements of legal documents into their component parts, define correspondence and documents, time and practice producing letters, legal prefixes, suffixes, and root words when and billing data entry, calendaring and memorandums, pleadings and various they appear in different medical terms. scheduling appointments and events, other legal documents. Proofreading This course includes an overview of telephone and receptionist duties, and skills are emphasized along with practice body positioning and directional terms. managing files and records. using special word processing features Emphasis is on the normal structure that commonly used in a law office. and function of body systems and terms relating to disease/diagnosis, and LGLS 110 abbreviations. Basic Legal Transcription LGLS 136 Course Descriptions Students are introduced to using Family Law and Estate Planning transcription equipment to produce Practices MAP 102 memorandums, letters, legal documents, Students are introduced to the basic Medical Terminology II and pleadings. Students gain skill in terminology and procedures related Students continue to develop skills proofreading for correct grammar, to law practices. Students are also in breaking medical words into their content, and format. introduced to estate planning and component parts, defining these terms, probate terminology and procedures. and performing word analysis of prefixes, suffixes and root words as presented as LGLS 115 well as terms relating to disease/diagnosis Litigation and Criminal Law Practices LGLS 140 and abbreviations. and Procedures Basic Legal Research Students become familiar with the Students are introduced to the sources of basic principles of tort law and the primary and secondary law such as the MAP 103 terminology and procedures related to state and federal statutes, administrative Pharmacology the general litigation process from filing laws, case reporters, and legal finding Students study medical specialties, the complaint through the appellate tools. Students also learn to read and case including oncology, pharmacology, process. Students are also introduced and find law-related information on the radiology and diagnostic imaging, to the basic terminology and procedures Internet. psychiatry, and the sense organs. Student related to criminal law. analyze medical terms, diagnostic tests, diseases, and pharmacology related to MAIN 101 each medical specialty. LGLS 120 Basic Cleaning Procedures Communications in the Legal Office This course provides discussion, practice Students develop basic oral and written and demonstration regarding how to MAP 104 communication skills necessary to work effectively clean and disinfect patient’s Body Systems and Diseases in today’s law offices. Students write rooms, public rest rooms, nurses’ Students cover disease processes affecting emails, informal notes, memorandums stations, utility rooms, hallways, and the human body via an integrated and letters. Students also develop lounges following regulated infection approach to specific disease conditions, listening skills, skills in following and control policy and procedures. including the study of causes, diagnosis, giving directions, requesting and giving and treatment of disease. information, and asking questions. MAIN 102 Specialized Cleaning MAP 120 LGLS 125 This course provides discussion, practice, Customer Service in a Medical Setting Ethics and Professionalism in the and effective communication. Students This course explores personal and Legal Office learn the importance of following safety professional qualities necessary for Students gain an understanding of procedures and protocol when cleaning success in healthcare. It prompts self- ethics and professionalism in the law Jacuzzi’s, isoletts, bassinettes, labor awareness and encourages development office. Human relations concepts are rooms, labor OR’s, and critical use of coping skills for dealing effectively introduced to help students gain insights equipment. with co-workers, supervisors, doctors, into getting along in the world of and patients. Emphasis is placed on work. Students also develop a plan for customer service, conflict resolution continuing professional development, and interpersonal relationship skills prepare a cover letter and resume, and needed to be successful in obtaining and practice job interviewing techniques. maintaining a position.

180 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number MAP 121 MAP 141 MAP 161 HIPPA Reimbursement Methodologies Intermediate ICD-9 Descriptions Course This course covers workplace Federal, state, private health insurance This course provides practice in the practices that may affect privacy plans including managed care systems. application of principles of ICD-9 and confidentiality, and the risks of Processing cycle of health insurance coding and completion of the CMS-1500 breaching confidentiality through claims, health insurance terminology, and the UB92. Includes explanation on all means: electronic, paper records, reimbursement methodologies for how medical documentation influences verbal disclosure, and improper use of professional services, proper completion the claim. Computerized patient information. An overview of HIPPA of the 1500 billing form, legal issues accounting software is introduced. regulations is provided, including privacy related to reimbursement processing. standards, security standards, uniform MAP 171 identifier standards, transaction and code MAP 142 set standards. Case scenarios illustrate Medical Office Administration the potential situations where privacy Healthcare Data Content and This course provides an overview and confidentiality may be breached. Structure of financial management practices, Overview of billing systems for compliance and reimbursement. hospitals, nursing homes, home health MAP 122 care, hospice, surgical centers, and MAP 172 Medical Reception Lab rehabilitation centers including proper This course is designed to provide submission of UB-92 billing forms. Introduction to Word students with practical experience Definition of data items and edits This course introduces students to in performing tasks as a medical to support facility billing practices. Word’s primary features, such as the receptionist. Tasks include verbal, Examination of billing system Word screen, toolbar and the status bar. nonverbal and written communication, management reports. Review of DRG The class also covers other features, such telephone, reception and appointment and APC requirements. as entering information, formatting scheduling techniques, computers the document and using the spell and information processing, office check tool. Students can learn to use maintenance and management, employee MAP 150 the Help feature to gather additional handbook and policy and procedures Introduction to CPT information about a number of topics, manuals, data entry, chart assembly, This course provides an overview and such as headers and footers and keyboard and release of information. Focus is on introduces basic principles of procedural shortcuts. integrating professional attitudes and coding with a major focus on HCPCS/ skills in all areas of medical reception. CPT ambulatory care coding. MAP 173 Introduction to Excel MAP 123 MAP 151 This course is designed to teach Medical Office Procedures Intermediate CPT beginning Microsoft Excel 2003 with This course is an introduction to This course builds on the foundation an emphasis on formulas. This course elements of telephone etiquette, established in CPT 1 and covers provides users with basic Excel skills messaging, patient triaging, patient Ambulatory Patient Classifications and to solve business problems using the reception and scheduling, and Resource-Based Relative Value Scales. computer as a tool. maintaining the physical environment. Computerized patient accounting Students develop good habits such as software is introduced. MAP 180 task completion and accuracy of work. Calculator Math Interpersonal communications and MAP 160 This course explains common calculator teamwork are also addressed. Introduction to ICD-9 features, introduces the touch method Introduction to the principles coding of keypad use, and emphasizes basic MAP 140 conventions of ICD-9 coding and math functions and problem solving. Healthcare Delivery Systems completion of the CMS-1500 and the Lessons cover basic math functions as Functions of health information UB92. well as problem solving everyday business department and record systems. Content problems. and uses of physician clinic and office patient records. Record storage and retrieval systems (manual, computer, microfilm).

2008-2009 Catalog 181 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number MAP 190 MAP 290 MAPS 108 Job Search Cooperative Work Experience Medical Billing & Coding Students prepare cover letters, resumes A cooperative work experience option This is the first of two classes designed and practice interviewing skills. Students may be available to qualified, approved for students who want to work in post polished resumes on appropriate students, allowing then to receive credit the administrative area of healthcare. websites, such as Monster.com and apply for work experience appropriate to their Understand medical insurance systems for positions on line. training. Through cooperative work and billing procedures, with an experience students have the opportunity emphasis on diagnostic (ICD-9) and MAP 220 to apply learned skills and gain actual procedural (CPT) coding, in order to on-the-job experience while completing process medical insurance claims. Learn Legal Aspects their course of study. effective and efficient accounts receivable Introduction to legal issues pertaining and collection techniques, effective to healthcare, healthcare information MAP 291 communication skills, and excellent Course Descriptions and the health care record as a legal Clinical Practicum organization skills. Prerequisites: document. Patient privacy and Practicum in application of clinical typing speed of 30 wpm and functional confidentiality, patient rights, release of classification systems, coding, case mix knowledge of medical terminology. information, informed consents, advance and use of abstracted data. Practicum is Purchase class materials in RTC directives, compliance, fraud and abuse, focused on directed practice activities Bookstore prior to first class. Additional HIPAA and E-health. and supervised clinical experience Online Description: Ability to access focused on coding patient care records the Internet and basic email. Access to MAP 240 and the billing cycle. Microsoft Office or equivalent or ability Computer Applications in Healthcare to download software with instructions. All classes meet online at www.rtc.edu/ This course provides an overview of MAPS 103 Programs/OnlineCourses. Enroll at least commonly available software used in Medical Terminology one week prior to start of class. healthcare including an introduction Introduction to word origin and medical to encoding tools, computer assisted terminology relating to body structure, coding, data processing and the cells and organs, disease, surgery, MAPS 109 electronic health record. diagnosis, and treatment. Also includes Intermediate Medical Billing and introduction to basic anatomy. Purchase Coding MAP 251 class materials in RTC Bookstore This is the second of two courses MediSoft/Encoder prior to first class. Additional Online designed for students who want to work Description: Ability to access the in the administrative area of healthcare. Advanced coding class with the use of Internet and basic email. Access to This course focuses on reimbursement case studies given in super bill format Microsoft Office or equivalent or ability requirements for Blue Cross, Medicare, requiring student to enact real life to download software with instructions. and Medicaid. Abstract data from situations using MediSoft software from All classes meet online at www.rtc.edu/ medical records and assign ICD-9, the onset of a medical claim to accounts Programs/OnlineCourses. Enroll at least CPT, and HCPCS codes applying receivable. one week prior to start of class. skills covered in the introductory class. Complete CMS-1500 forms for all MAP 260 types of major insurance. Additional Advanced Coding Online Description: Ability to access This course is designed to enhance the the Internet and basic email. Access to technical skills and improve efficiency Microsoft Office or equivalent or ability and accuracy by reinforcing coding to download software with instructions. guidelines using comprehensive coding All classes meet online at www.rtc.edu/ scenarios, addressing coding problems, Programs/OnlineCourses. Enroll at least primary and secondary procedures and one week prior to start of class. services, over and under coding, claim denials, audits and revenue loss. MART 111 Industrial Direct Current (D-C) MAP 272 This course provides the student with Advanced Word necessary knowledge and skills in the This hands-on course allows the student understanding of the Electron and D-C to utilize advanced features of MS Word Theory and electrical circuits as related including mail merge, long documents, to the appliance field. linking, tables, templates, and macros.

182 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number MART 112 MART 160 MART 203 Industrial Alternating Current (A-C) Industrial Math for Electrical (D-C) Laundry Theory Descriptions Course This course covers alternating current This course covers the necessary math This course provides the student with and the electrical circuits as they relate to required to compute all values of direct a fundamental knowledge of proper the appliance field. current electrical circuits as related to the laundering techniques and strategies appliance field. to communicate these techniques to MART 120 customers. Industrial Solid State Electronics MART 162 - Basics Industrial Math for Electrical (A-C) MART 204 Students learn the definitions and This course covers the necessary math Automatic Washers functions of basic solid state devices used required to compute all values of This course provides the student with in this industry. Students diagnose and alternating current electrical circuits as the necessary knowledge to properly service solid-state electronic components related to the appliance field. diagnose and service domestic and as used in the appliance field. commercial automatic washing machines MART 163 for the major appliance manufacturers. Emphasis is placed on student MART 123 Industrial Math for Water Heaters development of advanced electrical/ Diagnostic Techniques & Test This course provides the necessary math electronic diagnostic techniques. Equipment skills to determine size, recovery time, The course covers the proper use of and the conversion of gas and electrical the different types of test equipment to heating and the operating cost. MART 206 required to successfully diagnose the Gas Control Systems appliance electrical circuits. MART 164 This course provides the student with the necessary knowledge to properly Industrial Math for Compactors diagnose and service domestic and MART 125 This course provides the necessary commercial gas control systems of major Electric Motors math skills to determine the size, appliance manufacturers. Emphasis is This course covers the difference between thread pressures, gear speed and ratio on understanding the effects of carbon A-C and D-C motors, their applications, conversions, and the total operating costs monoxide. limitations, and service requirements. of compactors. MART 217 MART 136 MART 172 Clothes Dryers Water Heaters Industrial Communications This course provides the student with The course covers the different styles, This course is an overview to prepare the the necessary knowledge skills to applications and usage of water heaters, student with the communicating skills properly diagnose and service domestic and the diagnostic techniques required to required to relate successfully to the and commercial gas and electric dryers. service them. customer, management and co-workers. Emphasis is on student development of advanced electrical/electronic techniques. MART 141 MART 180 Waste Disposers & Compactors Human Relations/Leadership MART 218 This course covers the necessary This courses prepares the student for the Stack Laundry Equipment requirements and skills to install, responsibilities of leadership. Emphasis This course is designed to provide the operate, diagnose, and service disposers is on the ethics and professionalism student with the necessary knowledge and compactors. to work effectively with co-workers, to properly diagnose and service the employers, and customers. stacked automatic washers and dryers MART 143 that are produced by the major appliance manufacturers. Dishwashers MART 181 This course covers aspects of detergent, Industrial Business Procedures water conditions, and the machine The course covers how appliance service MART 220 design for the proper operation of a organizations operate with emphasis on Combination Washer & Dryer dishwasher. The student diagnoses dispatching, routing, billing and parts This course provides the student with and services the machine, including ordering systems. the necessary knowledge to properly interpretation of schematics, cam charts, diagnose and service the combination and electronic cycle charts. The student washer & dryer units and the different learns to instruct the customer on proper types of venting systems. usage of the equipment.

2008-2009 Catalog 183 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number MART 222 MART 232 MART 291 Cooking Equipment Refrigeration Evacuation and Job Search Skills This course covers the different styles of Charging This provides job search skills with domestic cooking equipment. Emphasis This course provides the student with emphasis on interviewing techniques is on components and installation the necessary knowledge and skills to and developing behaviors which result in requirements. The student acquires the safely evacuate and charge refrigeration stable employment and promotion. skills to provide service with the proper systems. (Course is usually taught test apparatus and advise the customer in concurrently with EPA and Brazing.) MARTS 235 proper use of the equipment. Electrical systems diagnostics is emphasized. EPA Refrigerant Certification MART 234 Earn your EPA 608 Universal Domestic Refrigeration Servicing Certification. The 608 Certification MART 224 This course provides necessary skills is required for all refrigeration service Course Descriptions Microwave Ovens and troubleshooting knowledge to involving non-automotive sealed systems. This course is designed to provide the successfully diagnose, repair and This 5-week class includes 4 weeks student with the necessary knowledge prevent reoccurrence of a wide variety of preparation by an experienced and and skills to operate, diagnose and of domestic refrigeration problems. certified instructor. The EPA 608 Exam service domestic and commercial Emphasis is on electrical skills, is given in the fifth week during class microwave ovens. techniques, and sealed system servicing. time.

MART 226 MART 236 MAST 101 Principles of Thermodynamics Light Commercial Refrigeration Massage Techniques I This course covers thermodynamic Servicing Students are introduced to massage laws, laws of temperature and pressure, This course covers the skills and therapy by studying the history of heat transfer theory and provides the knowledge to diagnose service, repair, massage to the present day, hygiene necessary knowledge to diagnose and and perform preventative maintenance practices, laws and the scope of practice repair/replace components in the on light commercial type of refrigeration for massage therapy. A thorough study refrigeration sealed system. equipment. Special emphasis is on of the theory and practical application electrical control systems and induction of Swedish massage techniques, MART 228 motors. hydrotherapy, contraindications, and endangerments is the focus of this EPA Regulations and Refrigerant course. Practitioner self care and Recovery MART 238 proper body mechanics are integrated This course provides the student with HVAC Systems and Controls throughout. necessary knowledge and skills to This course provides the necessary safely reclaim CFC refrigerants to EPA knowledge to diagnose and repair standards. The student will prepare to light commercial and domestic air MAST 102 pass the EPA Refrigeration Technician conditioners, heat pumps, and the Anatomy & Physiology I Certification Examination. (This course related control systems found in heating, This course gives the student a working is usually taught concurrently with ventilation, and air conditioning. knowledge of the structure and function Evacuation and Brazing.) of the human body, with focus on the levels of organization, and the skeletal, MART 243 muscular, and integumentary systems. MART 230 Icemaker Equipment Emphasis is placed on understanding Brazing Principles and Techniques This course covers diagnosis and repair how the functions of these systems Students braze ferrous and non- of light commercial and domestic relate to the practice of massage therapy. ferrous refrigeration tubing with silver icemakers. Students also study the mechanisms and phosphorus alloys to appliance of health and disease, the stages of and refrigeration industry standards. inflammation, and medical terminology. Additional emphasis is on developing the MART 263 skills to braze aluminum tubing. (Course Industrial Math for Thermodynamics is usually taught concurrently with EPA This course provides the skills to and Evacuation.) calculate pressure and temperature ratios, superheat zones, heat loss, refrigerant load requirements and operational cost.

184 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number MAST 103 MAST 111 MAST 121 Kinesiology I Massage Techniques II Massage Techniques III Descriptions Course This course of study provides the In this course, students receive In this course, students receive training student with a working knowledge of the training in the theory and application in the theory and application of principles of movement in the human of specialized massage techniques. specialized massage techniques, clinical body. Included is the study of joint Lymphatic drainage, pregnancy massage, problem solving, and preparing for structure and function, with an in depth deep tissue techniques, myofascial the Washington State Board Exam for study of the muscles and supporting techniques, neuromuscular techniques, Licensed Massage Practitioner. structures of the shoulder, arms, trunk, sports massage, seated massage, foot and neck. zone therapy, hydrotherapy, and spa MAST 123 treatments are integrated in this course. Kinesiology III MAST 104 Students also receive a thorough introduction to traditional Chinese This course of study provides the Pathology I medicine. student with a working knowledge of the In this course, students receive a principles of movement in the human thorough introduction to human body. Included is an in-depth study of disease, with focus on contraindications, MAST 112 ligaments, joints, and related movements. indications, and treatment guidelines Anatomy and Physiology II for musculoskeletal and integumentary This course studies the structure and MAST 124 pathologies. Infection control practices function of the human body with a are covered. focus on the cardiovascular, digestive, Pathology III lymphatic, and endocrine systems. In this course, students receive a thorough introduction to human MAST 105 Emphasis is placed on understanding how the functions of these systems relate disease, with focus on contraindications, Acupressure and Traditional Asian to the practice of massage therapy. indications, and treatment guidelines for Medicine pathologies of the respiratory system, This course offers an introduction to and gastrointestinal pathologies. various Asian bodywork modalities MAST 113 Kinesiology II including shiatsu, jin shin do, MAST 126 acutonics, tui na, and seated massage This course of study provides the utilizing acupressure. The focus is on student with a working knowledge of the Injury Evaluation and Treatment II foundational theories such as eight principles of movement in the human In this course, students gain experience principles (including yin/yang), qi, five body. Included is the study of joint in assessment of various conditions and elements and organ physiology. This structure and function, with in-depth the development of treatment plans that course introduces the primary meridians study of the muscles and supporting result in positive outcomes. Students as well as the governing and conception structures of the pelvis and legs. learn to perform special orthopedic vessels. It focuses on the study of testing, postural, and gait assessments. acupressure points which are most useful MAST 114 for massage practitioners. The course Pathology II MAST 127 prepares students for the NCTMB’s First Aid/CPR and Safety national certification exam, focusing on In this course, students receive a In this course, students study client and the above material as well as approaches thorough introduction to human clinic safety and self-care for the massage used in Asian medicine by other health disease, with focus on contraindications, practitioner. Students receive First Aid professionals. indications, and treatment guidelines for pathologies of the central nervous system and CPR training. and the respiratory system. MAST 161 MAST 116 Mathematics Injury Evaluation and Treatment I This course focuses on basic business This course focuses on treatment work. mathematics required for financial Students gain experience in consultation, management, record keeping, and postural assessment, range of motion billing. Students review basic testing, and treatment guideline mathematical procedures, including principles by completing a case study addition, subtraction, multiplication, that incorporates documentation and division, and problem solving. billing.

2008-2009 Catalog 185 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number MAST 171 MAST 182 MEDA 112 Communication I Human Relations & Professionalism II Pharmacology II The focus of this course is written In this course, students gain an in-depth This course includes the study communication for a health care understanding of professional attitudes of nutrition and drugs used team member. Students gain health and learn to balance technical skills with for musculoskeletal disorders, interview skills and learn SOAP charting human relation competencies. gastrointestinal disorders, cardiovascular procedures. They also receive an disorders, respiratory disorders, urinary introduction to progress, update, and MAST 190 system disorders, nervous and endocrine narrative reports. system disorders, and drugs affecting the Clinical/Internships reproductive system. In this course of study, the student MAST 172 applies their skills and knowledge in MEDA 114 Communication II all aspects of the work environment. Medical Terminology Course Descriptions The focus of the course is Students gain hands on experience by Provides fundamentals of medical communication with clients and providing massage in the school setting, terminology, and terms related to other health care team members in a i.e. (student clinic) and at off-campus musculoskeletal, integumentary, professional setting at student clinic and sites (internships). cardiovascular, nervous, respiratory externship sites. Students demonstrate and blood/lymph systems. Course professionalism through effective content also focuses on etiology and communication and maintaining good MEDA 101 symptoms of common diseases/disorders boundaries and framework. First Aid/CPR and Safety of the digestive, endocrine, eye and This course teaches individuals proper ear, urinary, and reproductive systems; MAST 173 technique for first aid and CPR and obstetrics; mental health, child health covers OSHA regulations for blood Business Skills I and gerontology. Emphasis is placed on borne pathogens. Employee safety issues diagnostic procedures and treatment In this course, the student gains in the work environment (e.g. proper methods used in a clinic setting. experience in basic administrative skills lifting techniques and x-ray exposure) are that prepare them to function as a sole taught. proprietor or as a member of a health MEDA 120 care team. Topics of study include Front Office Procedures I insurance billing procedures, financial MEDA 103 Designed to provide skills necessary for management, record keeping, and other Anatomy and Physiology I assisting in the front office. Presents front office procedures. Students also This course covers overall body basic secretarial functions and includes explore internship opportunities. organization; normal anatomy practice related to maintenance and and physiology of cells, and the handling of patient records, patient MAST 174 musculoskeletal, integumentary, histories, telephone techniques, cardiovascular, nervous, respiratory and Business Skills II maintaining the physical environment, blood/lymph systems. patient reception and scheduling, In this course, students gain an in-depth introduction to computer applications understanding of business start-up and of a medical office, mail handling, management by preparing a business MEDA 104 teamwork and time management. plan with details on concept, marketing, Anatomy and Physiology II and financial projections. This course covers the normal anatomy and physiology of the digestive, MEDA 121 MAST 181 endocrine, eye and ear, urinary and Front Office Procedures II reproductive systems; obstetrics; mental Human Relations & Professionalism I Introduction to insurance concepts and health; child health and gerontology. terminology. Course includes procedure The focus of this course is verbal and diagnostic coding principles; communication for therapeutic procedures in completing insurance relationships. Students gain insight MEDA 111 forms for various state and private into the client-therapist relationship Pharmacology I insurance organizations; and the basic through exploration of personal ethics As it relates to the role of the similarities and differences between types and boundaries, professional attitudes, medical assistant, this course covers of insurance. HIPAA laws are discussed and cultural diversity. Students also terminology, abbreviations and drug in detail. learn how to recognize and deal with forms; categories of drugs and the transference and counter-transference laws related to prescribing, dispensing issues. and administering medications; study of antibiotics, antivirals, allergy medications, chemo drugs and narcotics.

186 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number MEDA 122 MEDA 130 MEDA 180 Front Office Procedures III Communications Human Relations Descriptions Course Course content focuses on the financial General and medical assistant work This is an experiential class involving aspects of a medical practice including related material used to teach oral and students in the basic aspects of fee setting, bookkeeping, banking written communication skills including communicating and critical thinking procedures, billing and collecting grammar, punctuation and spelling. with diverse ages and multicultural techniques, basic accounting principles, Beginning computer/key boarding skills populations. Students practice payroll and management skills. Students necessary. application of interpersonal skills and gain practical experience in data entry human relations required within a of patient information and generating MEDA 132 healthcare environment. This course is insurance forms using a computerized taught concurrently with MEDA 130, billing program (Medisoft). Professional Development Communications. This course emphasizes the creation of different styles of resumes and interview MEDA 123 techniques. Students participate in MEDA 191 Front Office Procedures IV mock interviews. Cover letters, thank Externship I Course includes formatting documents you letters and job search protocol are This 96-hour externship provides and composing letters and history/ covered. Review of test taking strategies the student an opportunity to apply physical reports. Students are introduced and topics in preparation for the principles and practices learned in the to the electronic medical records Certification Medical Assistant Exam are program and utilize entry-level medical system, paperless charting and paperless also covered in this course. assisting skills in working with patients. scheduling. Medical Assistant externs work under the MEDA 150 direct supervision of qualified personnel MEDA 126 at the participating externship sites, Medical Law and Ethics and under general supervision of the Clinical Procedures I An overview of systems of health care department instructors. Externships are An introduction to the medical record delivery, health team members and unpaid. and proper charting procedures as their roles and introduces the student well as vital signs. Medical asepsis and to the attributes needed to be a medical infection control are also discussed. assistant. Professional standards, MEDA 192 Emphasis is placed on physical medicine, national organizations and national Externship II electrocardiography, and pulmonary certification will be covered. Legal issues Upon successful completion of MEDA function testing. relating to medical office personnel. 191, Externship I, Medical Assisting Addresses Medical Assistant scope students participate in an additional 120- MEDA 127 of practice, Practice Acts of various hour externship at an approved facility. health professionals, informed consent, The externship provides the student Clinical Procedures II confidentiality, torts, professional an opportunity to apply principles and Introduces clinical exams and procedures liability insurance, ethical dilemmas. practices learned in the program and related to the digestive, endocrine, utilize entry-level medical assisting female and male reproductive systems, MEDA 160 skills in working with patients. Medical child health and obstetrics and the Assisting externs work under the direct special senses. The course includes exam Math for Medical Assistants supervision of qualified personnel at the preparation, venipuncture, administering Foundation for math related to participating externship sites, and under medications and injections. pharmacology. Addition, subtraction, general supervision of the department division, fractions, decimals and ratio instructors. Externs are evaluated by MEDA 128 proportion are reviewed. Metric system supervisory personnel at the site at the for dosage calculation, body surface Clinical Procedures III completion of the externship. Completed and pediatric dosage calculation evaluation forms are placed in the Introduces sterilization and disinfection, is taught to the level of Medical students’ permanent records. Students minor office surgery and an introduction Assistants responsibility of medication must successfully complete their to the clinical lab. Hematology, blood administration. externship experience in order to fulfill chemistry and serology are also explored. requirements for graduation. Externships are unpaid.

2008-2009 Catalog 187 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number MLT 101 MLT 107 MLT 113 Clinical Laboratory Procedures I Blood Bank Foundations Parasitology Students learn basic infection control Identification of blood products, This course addresses the identification principles and procedures. Students learn alternative products and the parameters and isolate of blood, intestinal, clinical and laboratory skills including of typing and compatibility is the focus dermatophytes, systemic and review of venipuncture, routine capillary of this course. Blood bank record- subcutaneous fungi. Theory and clinical puncture, and special collection keeping, quality assurance procedures, procedures are applied. procedures. receiving and completion of stat orders for blood products are addressed. MLT 114 MLT 102 Parasitology Lab Fundamentals of MLT MLT 108 Students learn procedures and techniques Students learn the scope of practice and Blood Bank Lab used in parasitology and mycology labs Course Descriptions role of the certified medical laboratory Clinical experiences within a simulation including processing, examinations technician. Students learn laboratory of blood banking and case analysis. and concentration techniques. Staining safety, CPR, and HIV. Students also techniques, wet mounts, culture and learn the proper technique for first MLT 109 microscopic identification in parasitology aid and CPR. HIPAA regulations are is covered. addressed. HIV training is included. Multicultural Applications Concepts regarding multicultural relations when working with the MLT 115 MLT 103 laboratory focus on communication, Hematology Laboratory Safety, CPR, HIV documentation and ethical situations in An introduction to the role of the This course is designed to address the work place. circulatory systems and heart, blood cells labatory safety and prevention of HIV. is studied. Erythrocytes and leukocytes, Students also learn first aid and CPR MLT 110 cell groups, principles of production, competencies. function and normal parameters are Clinical Fundamental Chemistry addressed. Associated diseases are Students learn clinical chemistry covered. MLT 104 techniques and procedures for Coagulation routine analysis using potentiometric, Students learn principles and theory of photometric, and separation techniques. MLT 116 coagulation and explore mechanisms Pathophysiology and methodologies for Hematology Lab involved in coagulation disorders. carbohydrate, lipoids, proteins, blood Laboratory practices include manual and Laboratory techniques used to diagnose base analysis and renal function are automated counting of cell types, routine disease both primary and secondary covered. procedures, and computerized tracking. and fibrinolysis and monitor treatment. Normal coagulation activity, deficiencies MLT 111 MLT 117 and procedures is performed. Urinalysis Advanced Chemistry for MLT Students learn renal pathophysiology and Students learn diagnostic techniques MLT 105 the fundamentals of urinalysis including and procedures for analysis using Coagulation Lab physical, chemical, and microscopic sophisticated laboratory instrumentation. The laboratory focus is on manual and analysis. Topics include pathophysiology and automated applications of coagulation methodologies for cardiac markers, with simulation and case study analysis. MLT 112 tumor markers, endocrine function, hepatic, bone, body fluids, fetal function, Urinalysis Lab and toxicology. MLT 106 Students learn routine urinalysis Law and Ethics macroscopic and microscopic This course delves into the scope of for abnormal results and clinical practice as a Medical Lab Technician applications. with legal and ethical aspects experienced in the work place. In depth review of patient bill of rights. Client rights and tort law as it relates to health care malpractice, confidentiality, HIPAA regulations, and legal documentation.

188 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number MLT 118 MLT 170 MLT 192 Microbiology for MLT Communications Clinical III Descriptions Course This course presents the clinical Communications focus is on Students continue to use their advanced significance of infectious diseases communication skills for healthcare knowledge and clinical skills in the with emphasis upon the appropriate workers. Writing basics, and laboratory settings of microbiology, collection, handling and identification preparing for legal documentation is serology, and chemistry in hospitals and of clinically relevant bacteria. States emphasized. Emphasis is also placed on outpatient clinical laboratories. of disease, modes of transmission and communication with diverse populations methods of prevention and control are and cultures. Students also develop and MLT 194 addressed. Antibiotics, susceptibility enhance their computer skills for the testing, and viral logy is provided. laboratory practice. Preceptorship Clinical Normal flora, gram positive cocci, gram Students apply their knowledge and clinical procedures in hematology, negative cocci, enterobacteriaceae, and MLT 180 gram negative bacilli are identified. coagulation, urinalysis, microbiology, Parasitology, mycology, and anaerobes Human Relations I blood bank, chemistry, serology, under are addressed. Clinical applications Focus on the use of oral communication the supervision of a preceptor. of knowledge and procedures in and listening skills to build and maintain hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, positive relationships in the work place MNGT 105 and in other aspects of the medical microbiology, blood bank, chemistry, From Peer to Supervisor and serology in a variety of clinical laboratory. Leadership and problem This course explores the basic elements laboratories and/or hospitals are covered. solving techniques are emphasized. of leadership, especially as it affects an employee moving into a leadership MLT 119 MLT 181 role. The class will examine processes Microbiology Lab Professional Development for gaining respect, making decisions, Clinical applications of knowledge and Students review scope of practice and delegating tasks, and resolving conflict. procedures in microbiology utilizing prepare for the Certified Medical serology, mycology and parasitology in Laboratory Technician Examination. MNGT 110 the laboratory are studied. Building an Effective Team MLT 183 This class focuses on the elements of an MLT 120 Human Relations II effective team including trust, clear roles, Immunhemotology Identifying and understanding good communication, ability to take The course focus is on antigens and interpersonal relationships skills related risks and understandable goals. The class antibodies. An overview of the immune to patients and providers of healthcare is will model the team building process. system including laboratory testing addressed. Communication techniques, methods for diagnosis of immune system active listening, paraphrasing, and MNGT 111 reflection are covered as well as trust, disorders, viral, and bacterial infections Performance Evaluation is covered. Emphasis is on blood empathy, professional credibility, and Virtually every organization requires banking procedures and performing pre- accountability. performance evaluation. This class helps transfusion cross matching. students learn to utilize performance MLT 190 evaluation effectively for purposes that MLT 121 Clinical I include: to improve job satisfaction Immunhemotology Lab Students apply their knowledge and and morale; plan training; determine Students learn laboratory applications clinical skills in the laboratory setting in special talents, skills, and capabilities; and analysis of samples for immunology the areas of urinalysis, blood bank, and plan personnel moves and placements; testing methods. Type and cross coagulation laboratories in hospitals, and wage adjustments, promotions, matching and computerized reporting are outpatient clinical laboratories, and the disciplinary action, and termination. covered. blood bank.

MLT 191 Clinical II Students continue to apply their knowledge and clinical skills in the laboratory settings in the areas of hematology, parasitology, and the blood bank in hospitals, outpatient clinical laboratories, and the blood bank.

2008-2009 Catalog 189 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number MNGT 112 MNGT 125 MNGT 220 Quality and Correction Managing a Diverse Workforce Tactical Planning This class helps students manage The term diversity includes differences Tactical planning is the process for the evaluation of the actual process in age, ethnicity, ancestry, gender, facilitating the change required to performance to ensure that a product physical abilities/qualities, race, sexual implement strategic planning. This or service meets predefined standards. orientation, educational background, class helps students be intentional Quality and Correction measures both geographic location, income, marital in identifying and solving problems, products and processes for conformance status, military experience, religious challenging assumptions, making good to quality requirements; identifies beliefs, parental status, and work decisions, delegating tasks and directing acceptable limits; identifies whether experience. This course helps students the work of those who report to them. products, processes and services fall learn to managing diversity to maximize within those limits; reports and plans for the potential advantages while the correction of process failures and for maximizing potential disadvantages. Course Descriptions MNGT 230 action on unusual performance. Employee Development MNGT 150 This class focuses on training and MNGT 116 Labor Relations coaching employees for optimal Employee Communication This introduction to labor relations performance. Students learn how to Good internal communications are examines the problems of workers and analyze tasks, recognize training needs critical to organizational success. the responses of organized labor and and provide technical training as well as This class focuses on key attributes management. Case studies are used employability skills. of employee communication, such to examine the laws and regulations as insuring that employees feel concerning management and labor, the informed and trust management, collective bargaining agreement, and MNGT 235 that they understand the company’s grievance and arbitration procedures. Implementing Corporate Culture strategic direction and how it relates Much of an employee’s satisfaction to their duties, and that they feel their MNGT 198 with an organization is recognizing the accomplishments are recognized. IS - Performance Management corporate culture and finding one’s place In this independent study, students within that culture. This class helps MNGT 118 will choose a topic in performance supervisory employees learn to lead by External Communication management generally with the example, to align their practices with Supervisory employees are often the assistance of a mentor within their own company culture, and to meet their legal face of an organization. This class helps organization. The resulting project and ethical responsibilities and duties. employees communicate effectively with should benefit both the student and the customers, the public and the media. organization. Prerequisites: MNGT 110, Whether the communication is verbal MNGT 111, MNGT 112 and instructor MNGT 240 or written, the message must enhance permission. Project Management the organization in the minds of the Project management can be audience. MNGT 199 overwhelming for employees, particularly IS - Employee Orientation & Training new supervisors. In this class students MNGT 120 Virtually all supervisory employees do learn how to initiate, plan and Staffing Management some new employee orientation and implement a project within the scope Good staffing management means having training. This independent study guides of typical project management at the the right person in the right job. This the student in the process of creating supervisory level. class examines good hiring practices, good training for the employees who MNGT 245 good scheduling, implementing report to them. Prerequisites: MNGT Budget Management human resources policies and laws, and 230 and instructor permission. The degree of responsibility for budget appropriate termination of employees management among first line supervisors who do not fit the job profile. MNGT 210 Strategic Planning varies greatly, but most supervisors Strategic planning helps an organization and managers will need to understand create a vision of its future direction as the basics of budget management well as the course it needs to get there. at some point in their career. While This class helps students understand students learn how to create a simple the value of strategic planning, departmental budget, the emphasis in common processes, and the employee’s this class is on budget monitoring and responsibility in implementation. compliance.

190 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number MNGT 298 MTEC 113 MTEC 130 IS - Business Operations Blueprint Reading II Basic Metrology Descriptions Course In this independent study, students Concepts such as the interpretation of Students learn important terminology choose and research a topic in sectional views, the drawing change and principles of dimensional metrology. business operations generally with the system, and gear thread and spline Students learn to identify, select and use assistance of a mentor within their own specifications are applied to interpret the proper precision measurement tools organization. The resulting project actual industrial drawings. This is the and processes for different applications. should benefit both the student and the second course in the blueprint reading Quality assurance principles are also organization. Prerequisites: MNGT 240 series. covered. and instructor permission.

MTEC 115 MTEC 140 MTEC 101 Blueprint Reading III Geometric Dimensioning and Machine Technology I Primary emphasis is on geometric Tolerancing This is an introductory, self-paced dimensioning and tolerancing and This course deals with basic geometric manufacturing theory course taught reading specialized blueprints. This is dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) in conjunction with MTEC 121, the third course in the blueprint reading methods as interpreted in American Machining Fundamentals - Lathe. series. Society of Manufacturing Engineers The principles and techniques of (ASME) Y14.5M. Students learn to read measurement, cutting tool theory, saw and understand geometric tolerancing operation, and manual engine lathe MTEC 121 symbols and terms. set-up and operation are covered. Safety Machining Fundamentals - Lathe and First Aid/CPR are also covered and Skills taught and practiced include inside students have the opportunity to earn a MTEC 161 First Aid/CPR certificate. and outside turning and threading, knurling, parting, drilling and boring in Basic Math for Machining a fully equipped manufacturing facility. This introductory course in mathematics This is an introductory manufacturing utilizes fractions, decimals, proportions, MTEC 103 lab class taught in conjunction with volumes, and areas as they apply to real- Machine Technology II MTEC 101, Machine Technology I, world manufacturing. This is a self-paced This is an introductory, self-paced giving the student the opportunity course, offering personalized direction manufacturing theory course that is to practice the techniques as they are and instruction, helping students hone taught in conjunction with MTEC 123, presented. their math skills. Machining Fundamentals – Mill. The principles and techniques of manual mill MTEC 123 set-up and operation and surface and Machining Fundamentals - Mill MTEC 162 O.D. grinding are covered. Skills taught and practiced include: Algebra for Machine Technology fixturing and work holding devices, This is an introductory course in algebra MTEC 105 cutter selection, and speed and feed as it is used in manufacturing. The Machine Technology III calculation. This is a manufacturing lab transformation of algebraic formulae is This class covers precision grinding and class taught in conjunction with MTEC emphasized. This is a self-paced course, non-traditional machining methods. 103, Machine Technology II, giving the offering personalized direction and This is a self-paced manufacturing theory student the opportunity to practice the instruction, helping students hone their course that is taught in conjunction with techniques as they are presented. math skills. MTEC 125, Machine Fundamentals - Precision Machining. MTEC 163 MTEC 125 Geometry for Machine Technology Machine Fundamentals - Precision This is an introductory application-based MTEC 111 Machining course in plane geometry as it is used in Blueprint Reading I Skills taught and practiced include manufacturing. Axioms and propositions This introductory course in blueprint precision surface grinding and close linked to industrial applications are reading covers the fundamental aspects tolerance turning and milling. This covered. This is a self-paced course, of reading and creating blueprints or is a manufacturing lab class taught in offering personalized direction and engineering drawings. Concepts such as conjunction with MTEC 105, Machine instruction, helping students hone their line types, orthographic projection, and Technology III, giving the student the math skills. dimensions and tolerances are applied to opportunity to practice the techniques as interpret actual industrial drawings. they are presented.

2008-2009 Catalog 191 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number MTEC 164 MTEC 231 MTEC 290 Trigonometry for Machining CNC I Job Search Skills This course emphasizes practical This course covers basic computer As part of their job search plan, this applications of right angle trigonometry file management skills. This is an course prepares students to develop using sine, cosine, and tangent. This is a introductory course in the set-up and interview presentation skills and to write self-paced course, offering personalized operation of CNC mills, using basic an effective resume. direction and instruction, helping G-code programming, CNC machine students hone their math skills. operations, coordinate systems, and PC to machine communications. Using MTEC 291 MTEC 171 offsets, speeds, and feeds are strongly Cooperative Work Experience/ emphasized. Communications I Internship I This course covers the skills required MTEC 232 This course is instructor approved, paid Course Descriptions to communicate effectively. Students CNC II or unpaid work experience directly research, write and present technical This is an introductory course in the set- related to the student’s courses of study. reports to accompany shop projects. up, programming and operation of CNC The hours worked during the cooperative lathes. The fundamentals of MasterCAM work experience/internship replace CAD-CAM software are also introduced. certain assigned lab hours within the MTEC 172 program and must be arranged through Communications II MTEC 233 program instructors. Students continue to improve their CNC III communications skills by researching, This course covers all 2-D aspects of writing and presenting technical reports programming with MasterCAM and to accompany shop projects. MTEC 292 techniques for the set-up of more Cooperative Work Experience/ complex parts. This course covers more Internship II advanced G-code programming and MTEC 173 This course is instructor approved, paid continued work with MasterCAM. Communications III or unpaid work experience directly Students write and present progressively MTEC 234 related to the student’s courses of study. more complex technical reports in this CNC IV The hours worked during the cooperative course. work experience/internship replace Surface modeling and higher complexity certain assigned lab hours within the parts requiring a rotary axis are covered. program and must be arranged through MTEC 185 Students learn 3-D programming with program instructors. Human Relations MasterCAM and are introduces to This course emphasizes the importance other CAD-CAM software systems such of working in a team environment and as SolidWorks. Students cut complex the interpersonal skills required to solve parts using multiple rotations and MTECS 110 problems. Additionally, the course simultaneous 4-axis machining. Blueprint Reading, Mechanical familiarizes the student with business This blueprint reading course is oriented and personal ethics, leadership skills, MTEC 235 to the metal trades field and is designed sexual harassment preventive strategies, CNC V for individuals in machine shops. It is and meeting employer expectations in a This course is a continuation of CNC IV. taught on an individual basis for students culturally diverse workplace. Student learn 3-D, surface programming, with varying skills in this area. and machining using MasterCAM and SolidWorks. Students machine complex MTEC 212 parts using multiple rotations and MTECS 113 Manufacturing Resource and Research simultaneous 4-axis machining. This is a course in using the “tools” of Machining/Lathe the trade: Machinery’s Handbook and MTEC 240 Learn or upgrade skills in basic machine the Internet for locating information. Manufacturing Trends shop practices. The course is taught on Students learn about current trends in an individual basis emphasizing basic the manufacturing industry, such as shop and machine operation practices. MTEC 220 All students are required to have a lathe Hazardous Materials lean manufacturing and composites. Teamwork is emphasized. tool bit, safety glasses, and leather shoes. Students learn safety and environmental issues, how the EPA, OSHA, and WISHA impact manufacturing, what a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is, and the liabilities of waste generation.

192 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number MTECS 115 MTECS 126 MTECS 222 Machining/Milling Team Building Intermediate MasterCam Descriptions Course This course is for individuals who Whether you are a team leader or a Discover advanced programming tools have had previous experience or have functional team member, this highly in MasterCam to program complex completed MTECS 113 and emphasizes participative class helps you understand parts. Learn 2D and 3D swept surfaces, advanced shop practices, basic machine the difference between groups and ruled surfaces, 3D tool path, parameters, and hand tool operation, and the use teams, team leader and member roles, printing and documentation of all NC of industrial milling and grinding the four team development stages, team programs. Prerequisite: MTECS 220 or machinery. All students are required to problem-solving processes/models, how instructor approval. have safety glasses, and leather shoes. to run effective team meetings using the most effective facilitation and coaching/ training skills for team leaders, and MSTC 130 MTECS 122 solutions to common team problems Help Your Employees Find New Work Introduction to SolidWorks like ramblers, dominators, and chronic objectors. at Work This course is an introduction to creating Recruiting, hiring, training…the cost 3D computer-aided design models. of replacing good employees can be SolidWorks is a feature-based, parametric staggering. That’s why many companies solid-modeling design program. Topics MTECS 127 promote from within. Employees include base, boss, and cut feature Strategies for Coping with Change in benefit from having a career path within creation using extruded, revolved, or Manufacturing Organizations an organization because it allows for simple swept shapes, and sketching Are changes and initiatives in your intellectual growth, skill development, techniques for detail and assembly manufacturing organization coming at advancement, and more satisfying work. drawing creation. you at staggering rates, causing stress, Employers benefit by having a better anxiety, and confusion? This class is a prepared and more satisfied workforce survival guide for employees at any level resulting in higher retention rates and MTECS 123 on how to manage change, instead of lower replacement costs. This three- Advanced SolidWorks letting it manage you. Learn how to: deal session workshop covers the following: with the stresses caused by change; make The Right Fit: Assessment Techniques; This class is the second of the 2-class an attitude shift; cope with prioritizing Goal Setting & Career Development sequence for creating 3D computer-aided multiple initiatives at any given time; Planning; and Training Managers to design models using SolidWorks design fire up commitment during times of Coach for Development. software. Topics include, but are not change; become a change agent; adapt limited to, sheet metal design, advanced to organizational change; and apply the swept and lofted shapes, and parametric lessons and techniques of adaptability surfaces generation. Prerequisite: from many current manufacturing MTECS 122, or instructor permission. companies.

MTECS 125 MTECS 216 Introduction to Lean Manufacturing CNC Set-Up and Operation and 5S Systems Students become familiar with Learn how lean and 5S initiatives can computerized numerical control (CNC) strategically enhance your organization’s lathes and mills. Students learn machine bottom line, competitiveness, and set-up, operation, and programming, as profit structure. If you are looking well as the applied math necessary for for a powerful set of “tried and true” CNC operations. business improvement tools this is the course to attend. Participants are exposed to lean theory and case studies, learn how to apply them to key MTECS 220 business/manufacturing processes in your Introduction to MasterCam organization, and participate in a tour Explore the basics of CNC programming of an award-winning and internationally using MasterCam software. Learn acclaimed local company demonstrating geometric construction, write and the best of lean and 5S in action. document programs using contours, drill and pocket functions, tool path as well as file management, editing and post- processing.

2008-2009 Catalog 193 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number MSTC 131 MSTC 132 NA 103 Path Forward Supervisory & Effective Supervisory Skills Training Basic Technical Skills Management Leadership Workshops If you have just been recently promoted Students learn the psychosocial Helping employees become more to supervisor, and you’re in need of skill characteristics of all clients including effective at their workplace is a central development, this is the course for you. persons with mental retardation, mental tenet of this highly acclaimed leadership This course reduces your state of panic illness, Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, workshop. Supervisors and managers about your role change by teaching and related disorders. The basic technical are the target audience of this 16-hour you proven techniques that work to get skills learned, will facilitate an optimal workshop along with those people who you up and running and confident in a level of functioning for the client, want to learn effective and practical hurry; determine through instruments/ recognizing individual, cultural, and ways to successfully work with others. assessments your preferences, work religious diversity. The basic technical Jim Hessler, your workshop leader, values, and personal style that allows you skills and personal skills include but to effectively interface with managers not limited to: vital signs, providing

Course Descriptions references his extensive business and consulting background in constructing and employees; meet the challenge of for fluid and nutrition, and special a workshop that underscores two things: supervising former team members; build care procedures, such as heat and cold first, the importance for leaders in a a dynamic new team; build team trust applications. work environment to use skills that help and organizational communication skills; teammates, employees and supervisors time management techniques to help be successful; and second, that leaders you achieve prioritized goals; learn how NA 105 develop self-awareness along with and when to coach and mentor with Principles of A&P, Restorative Care, your people; delegate tasks, empowering the ability to identify and integrate and Related Procedures with the disparate styles of those they oneself and team members to achieve work with. “Providing workshop more; set clear expectations and The student gains basic knowledge of the participants with insights about discipline effectively; and selecting and major diseases of each body system and how to supervise and manage others delivering employee evaluations via the fundamental anatomy and physiology properly is a continuous theme of the 3-F’s—Firm, Fair, and Friendly. These to related care giving. Students learn workshop”, Jim noted. “There’s always and other skills put you on the road to to recognize and report abnormal signs lots of dialog between myself and the success as an effective new supervisor. and symptoms of common diseases attendees and it addresses real life work and conditions. The student learns situations,” he added. The workshop’s the principles and skills of restorative nursing care. 16-hour curriculum is divided into NA 101 four logical parts. The first thing Jim Fundamentals of Nursing Assistant does is to focus on how a leader’s self- The student learns the role of the awareness and self-leadership creates NA 131 nursing assistant and the types of a platform from which to lead others. community health care facilities. He/she Nursing Assistant Practicum In the second session we move towards demonstrates knowledge of the laws and The student learns to care for the elderly the challenge of “building influence”, regulations which affect his/her practice, and chronically ill, acutely ill patients. underscoring the critical importance including client abuse and neglect, client They learn about death, the dying of healthy business relationships in complaint procedures, patients’ rights process and related care. They learn how hitting high performance. In his third and responsibilities, worker’s right to to access and apply for employment in session, Jim focuses on managing the know, and the Uniform Disciplinary the field. work environment and the complexities Act. The students learn the principles people face daily regarding team of observation, communication, basic development, decision-making, work- human needs, the classifications of flow and productivity. Making it real is diseases, and medical terminology and the topic of the fourth session and deals abbreviations. The student learns the with solving real-world scenarios using procedures and techniques to prevent the the concepts presented. Leadership is spread of infection, including Standard the defining quality of great companies, Precautions. He/She learns to identify and individuals who learn to lead and and implement safety and emergency manage in an effective way will have procedures. The student demonstrates gratifying and productive careers. This a basic understanding of all HIV/AIDS workshop is designed to provide a related topics as required by Washington foundation of supervisory principles State Law. and leadership techniques and, not surprisingly, motivation to help people be that positive contributor all employers value.

194 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number NURS 101 NURS 103 NURS 107 Fundamentals of Nursing Pharmacology I Nursing Process Descriptions Course This introductory course provides a This pharmacology course is taught Students continue to refine their critical broad perspective of nursing. It begins concurrently with NURS 102, Nursing thinking skills and use of the nursing with a brief history of nursing and Care of the Adult I, and introduces the process. NANDA approved nursing describes the role of nursing within the medications used in the therapeutic diagnosis statements are applied when diverse, multidisciplinary health care management of various disorders. developing a comprehensive care plan team. The theoretical background for Administration of medications is for a patient and family. Consideration fundamental nursing skills and problem simulated by utilizing critical thinking is given to lifestyle and cultural diversity solving using the nursing process are skills and the nursing process to ensure with the emphasis on functional concerns introduced. Basic nursing care concepts client safety in lab and clinical settings. and disease processes. The practice of and procedures are described and nursing is further defined as an aspect of practiced in a lab simulating the hospital. the healthcare continuum. These procedures include universal NURS 104 precautions and aseptic technique, vital Pharmacology II signs, physical assessment, personal care, The pharmacological effects of NURS 111 transfers and positioning, specimen Mental Health Nursing collection, and introduction to medications are covered in depth as documentation and skills of medication related to the conditions covered in The foundations of family and individual management and injections. Content NURS 113, Nursing Care of the Adult mental health, emotional and physical also includes client safety, accident II, and mental health disorders. The stressors and stress management, mental prevention, CPR as well as infection students continue to develop critical health disorders, theories, concepts, control principles, aseptic technique, thinking skills and apply the nursing classification and treatment modalities, and wound care. Basic care across the process. and management of clients with major lifespan is taught with an emphasis mental health problems are studied in on the aging process and physiology this course. Content includes substance of death and dying. HIPAA standards NURS 105 abuse disorders, the elderly and battered/ of confidentiality are addressed. The Nursing Care of the Childbearing abused women and children. Critical thinking, transculturation, and the nursing process, critical thinking, and Family I multicultural nursing concepts are nursing process are related to each topic Students will address the maternal- covered. introduced in this course. child aspects of care from a family- centered approach which is used to study the physiology of pregnancy and NURS 102 childbirth within a sociohistorical and NURS 112 Nursing Care of the Adult I multicultural paradigm. Topics covered Community Health in a Multicultural This comprehensive course deals with the include conception, prenatal testing, Environment I basic pathophysiology of major diseases fetal development, fertility, pregnancy, In this course students study health affecting each body system when caring labor, delivery, postpartum care, and the problems affecting communities and for the older adult. Major emphasis is newborn. identify population needs in their own on cardiac, respiratory, endocrine and community. Nursing opportunities in neurologic conditions which affect this the community include home health population. Case histories, client records, NURS 106 nursing and school nursing. The role and assessment data are used to assess Nursing Care of the Childbearing of public health nursing is explored. Students also learn about community patient needs. Areas of study during this Family I Lab/Practicum quarter include admission, discharge, resources available to clients with Students are involved in labor, delivery, documentation, pre and postoperative various mental, medical, rehabilitative, postpartum, nursery, and observation. care, fluid and electrolyte balances, economic, social, or supportive care Assessment and care of mothers and and the effects of stress and illness needs such as the homeless, those with newborn babies is demonstrated. on the body. Clinical lab focuses on substance abuse disorders, the elderly, Students observe and demonstrate neurological examinations, diabetic care, and battered or abused women. The the skills of postpartum and newborn tracheostomy, and basic IV care. nursing process, transculturation, and assessment, organizing and prioritizing critical thinking are used as a framework care of the postpartum patient and for problem solving. Students learn to family within the nursing process work in groups to prepare and present an framework. educational project on local community organizations.

2008-2009 Catalog 195 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number NURS 113 NURS 161 NURS 182 Nursing Care of the Adult II Basic Pharmacology and Math Human Relations This course includes the comprehensive Applications This is an experiential class involving study of the body systems including This course introduces basic students in the basic aspects of urinary, musculoskeletal, reproductive, pharmacological concepts, the laws communicating, critical thinking, hematological, sensory (eye/ear/ governing dispensing and administering with diverse ages and multicultural integumentary), and gastrointestinal medications, drug categories, and their populations. Students practice systems. Students apply the nursing effects on body systems. The emphasis is application of interpersonal skills and process, transculturation, and critical an overview of medications and dosage human relations required within a thinking skills both in the classroom calculations as well as developing and health care environment. Skills specific and in the clinical setting. Clinical skills applying mathematics skills specific to to nursing are emphasized. This include NG, chest tubes, ostomy care, the health care profession. course is integrated with NURS 171, eye and ear examinations, diabetic care, Interpersonal Communication. Course Descriptions and preparation for gynecological exams. NURS 171 Interpersonal Communication NURS 190 Fundamentals Practicum NURS 132 This course focuses on identifying basic communication techniques and Students develop basic patient care Pediatric Nursing practicing interpersonal communication skills in clinical setting. Students learn This course uses the nursing process, skills. Techniques used include reading, basic personal care skills including vital transculturation, and critical thinking discussion, group activities, and signs, bathing, feeding, range of motion, in the application of pediatric nursing information gathering activities involving transfer techniques, and basic assessment in a diverse multicultural society. An current issues affecting healthcare. and medication administration skills. overview of normal physical growth Topics include social and political They receive hands on experience and development as well as the mental, concerns such as AIDS, gender issues working with a geriatric population in a emotional and social development of in communication, health care access long-term care setting. the child from birth through school age for the poor and elderly, alternative years is presented as a framework for medicine, and the effects of stress on providing individualized nursing care at the body and certain populations. NURS 191 all age levels. The course emphasizes how Skills such as problem solving, giving techniques of care differ between adult Nursing Care of the Adult I Lab/ clear instructions, documentation in Practicum medical-surgical client and the infant health care, decision making, crisis and child on the basis of anatomical, intervention, and cultural sensitivity Students develop patient care physiological, and psychological are practiced. Therapeutic and basic skills in acute and long-term care differences. interpersonal communication techniques facilities. Emphasis is placed on skills involving the grieving process with death including assessing client’s physical and dying and with human sexuality and psychosocial needs, setting goals, NURS 133 are also explored. This course is taught providing appropriate care interventions, and evaluating client’s response to care Pediatric Practicum concurrently with NURS 182, Human Relations. and treatment. Students demonstrate During the clinical part of this course, how to accurately and safely prepare students experience pediatric and and administer medications. Using the ambulatory nursing in various pediatric nursing process, students write care plans settings including hospitals, physician’s NURS 181 that focus on problems identified in offices and clinics, immunization clinics, Legal Aspects of Nursing selected clients. Students care for one or and elementary schools. Application of This course is an overview of the legal two clients with chronic, acute, and low skills and techniques are integrated with and ethical aspects in nursing including acuity problems in long-term and acute consideration of the scope of practice of the Patient Bill of Rights, client rights, care. the practical nurse. and tort law as it relates to health care malpractice, confidentiality, HIPAA regulations, and legal documentation. The Washington State Nurse Practice Act is reviewed with a focus on the law as it relates to practical nurses.

196 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number NURS 192 NURS 201 NURS 204 Nursing Care of the Adult II Lab/ Nursing Care of the Adult III Pharmacology III Descriptions Course Practicum This course builds on the foundational The primary focus of Pharmacology Students continue to develop patient concepts of Nursing Care of the Adult III is the study of indications for use, care skills in clinical facilities in acute II and focuses on the pathophysiology drug action, and therapeutic effects of care. Emphasis is placed on skills of major diseases affecting each medications. The nursing student is including assessing client’s physical body system. Included in the course expected to incorporate key concepts and psychosocial needs, setting goals, are pharmacological and nursing learned in previous course work in providing appropriate care interventions, management competencies for acute pharmacology (NURS 103, NURS 104), and evaluating client’s response to care and chronic pathological conditions especially a thorough knowledge of and treatment. Students provide care defined under the Healthy People 2010 pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, for up to four low to mid-acuity clients national initiatives for public health. and pharmacotherapeutics. The main in acute care, providing total care Case histories, client records and body of the course is on the various that includes the administration of all assessment data are examined to assess types and classifications of drugs used medications (excluding intravenously) client needs. Areas of study include the in the treatment of diseases affecting and performing all treatments. Students effects of stress and illness on the body, body systems that will be studied in also have the opportunity to practice management of client responses to pain, NURS 201, NURS 202, and NURS leadership skills such as team planning fluid and electrolyte imbalances, and 211. Common as well as life-threatening and delegation. in-depth study of the following body adverse reactions will be examined as systems: hematological, cardiovascular, well as significant drug-drug and drug- NURS 193 respiratory, and neurological. food interactions, and the impact of Selected Services Preceptorship drugs that interfere with laboratory Upon completion of all clinical lab NURS 202 tests. Discussion of the roles and courses, students have an opportunity Nursing Care of the Adult IV responsibilities of the nurse and key to focus on one aspect of practical This course builds on the foundational nursing considerations in medication nursing in acute care, long-term care, concepts of Nursing Care of the Adult administration will be integrated home care, or ambulatory settings. Each III and focuses on the pathophysiology throughout the entire course. student writes goals for their particular of major diseases affecting each clinical experience and is provided body system. Included in the course NURS 205 with individualized mentoring by a are pharmacological and nursing Nursing Care of Childbearing Family II professional employed in that area as well management competencies for acute and This course continues to build on as clinical faculty. chronic pathological conditions defined study of the physiology of pregnancy under the Healthy People 2010 national and childbirth. An in depth review initiatives for public health. Case of conception, prenatal testing, fetal NURS 194 histories, client records and assessment development, fertility, pregnancy, labor, data are examined to assess client delivery, postpartum care, and the care of Nursing Leadership I needs. The course includes in-depth the newborn will be emphasized. Further This course reviews the Washington study of the following body systems: analysis of normal physical growth and State Nurse Practice Act as it relates immunological, sensory, integumentary, development as well as the mental, to practical nurses. Students examine gastrointestinal, renal and genitourinary, emotional and social development of the job opportunities in Puget Sound and endocrine, and musculoskeletal. child from birth through school age years practice employment seeking procedures The course also examines nursing is presented in this course. This course such as interviewing, resume, and responsibilities of caring for the surgical emphasizes the objectives of Healthy cover-letter writing. Review of test patient during the pre-, intra-, and post- People 2010 and how nursing care taking strategies and review of topics in op phases. impacts these goals. preparation for the NCLEX is covered in this course. NURS 206 Nursing Care of Childbearing Family II Lab/Practicum The focus of this course is the nursing care of mothers and newborn in the antepartum and postpartum phases. Students also learn aspects of the nursing care of children in a variety of settings including hospitals, physician’s offices and clinics, immunization clinics, and elementary schools.

2008-2009 Catalog 197 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number NURS 211 NURS 216 NURS 291 Mental Health Nursing II Community Health in a Multicultural Nursing Care of the Adult III Lab/ The focus of this course is on the theory Environment II Practicum and practice of psychiatric-mental In this course, students focus on health In this course, students further develop health nursing. Key concepts reviewed problems affecting multicultural client care skills in acute care facilities. include therapeutic communication, communities. Students identify needs Emphasis is placed on registered nursing relationship development, milieu in their own community based on the skills including assessing physical therapy, intervention in groups, crisis objectives of Healthy People 2010. and psychosocial needs, setting goals, intervention and psychiatric assessment Nursing opportunities in the community providing appropriate care interventions, utilizing the mental status examination. include home health nursing, work in and evaluating client response to care Various psychiatric disorders listed in clinics, and school nursing. Students and treatment. Students continue to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual also learn about community resources demonstrate psychomotor skills within of Mental Disorders IV-TR including

Course Descriptions available to clients with various medical, the registered nurse scope of practice. schizophrenia, mood disorders, anxiety rehabilitative, mental health, economic, Utilizing the nursing process, students disorders, personality disorders, social, or supportive care needs such as continue to write and develop nursing substance-related and eating disorders, the homeless, those with substance abuse care plans that focus on problems as well as treatment modalities utilized disorders, the elderly, and battered or identified in selected clients. Students in the management of these disorders are abused women. Students work in groups care for one to two clients with chronic, examined in detail. Disorders affecting to prepare and present an educational acute, and high acuity problems in acute children and adolescents as well as those project based on Healthy People 2010 care settings. affecting the elderly, including child and objectives. elder abuse/neglect, are also explored. NURS 281 A brief overview of community mental NURS 292 health and mental health problems Nursing Leadership II Nursing Care of the Adult IV Lab/ among the homeless is presented. This course delves into the scope of practice as a registered nurse with the Practicum NURS 212 legal and ethical aspects in nursing. In this course, students further develop Health Promotion and Assessment In-depth review of the Patient Bill of client care skills in acute care facilities. This course builds on the students’ Rights, client rights, and tort law as Emphasis is placed on registered nursing previous knowledge base in it relates to health care malpractice, skills including assessing physical pathophysiology and medical-surgical confidentiality, HIPAA regulations, and and psychosocial needs, setting goals, nursing to analyze the national objectives legal documentation within registered providing appropriate care interventions, of Healthy People 2010. This course nursing are a major focus of this and evaluating client response to care addresses health promotion and disease course. The role of registered nursing and treatment. Students continue to prevention. Students are taught a variety in the health care system, in leadership, demonstrate psychomotor skills within of assessment skills within the registered management, and supervision of assisted the registered nurse scope of practice. nurse scope of practice. personnel is explored. Utilizing the nursing process, students continue to write and develop nursing care plans that focus on problems identified in selected clients. Students NURS 214 provide care for up to four clients in Mental Health Practicum II acute care settings. Students also develop Students in this course demonstrate the leadership skills such as delegation skills of therapeutic communication, to licensed and unlicensed assistive psychiatric assessment utilizing the personnel, discharge planning, and mental status examination, and managing a complex patient load. organizing and prioritizing care for one or two clients with mental health disorders in hospitals, physician’s offices, and mental health clinics and treatment facilities.

198 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number NURS 293 OPH 104 OPH 113 Selected Services/Preceptorship Ophthalmology Front Office Diagnostic Procedures I Descriptions Course Upon completion of all clinical lab Procedures Fundamentals of diagnostic testing courses, students have an opportunity Utilizes techniques to obtain medical and techniques with application and to focus on one aspect of registered and ophthalmic history, transcription of schiotz tonomtetry refractometry and nursing in acute care, long-term care, information into the medical chart, and retinoscopy. home care, or ambulatory settings. Each common terms/abbreviations used in student writes goals for their particular history taking. Front office techniques, clinical experience and is provided including basic functions of a computer OPH 115 with individualized mentoring by a in the medical office. Develops skills Ophthalmic Pharmacology and professional employed in that area as well needed to obtain accurate patient visual Pathophysiology I as clinical faculty. acuity. Front office techniques, including basic functions of a computer in the Major ocular diseases and related medical office. Develops skills needed to structures integrated with symptomology, obtain accurate patient visual acuity. treatment and common ophthalmic OPH 101 medications. First Aid/CPR and Safety Students learn the proper technique for OPH 106 First Aid/CPR. HIPAA regulations are OPH 118 addressed, and HIV training is included Basic Clinical Skills in Ophthalmology Law and Ethics of Health Care Basic test principles and techniques including tangent screening visual fields, This course provides an overview of non contact tonometry, tear function, the legal and ethical aspects of today’s OPH 102 health care environment. Rights, Medical Terminology color plates, slit lamp function, extra- ocular muscle function and anterior responsibilities of patients, health care Students learn and practice the chamber depth. Assisting the physically providers, and professional liability as fundamentals of medical terminology or visually disabled patient and it relates to negligence and malpractice. for identifying medical word structures dealing with children during the eye Confidentiality public duties of health and definitions. The information is then examination. care providers, and scope of practice. linked to the words and pathophysiology of the same body systems studied OPH 170 in Introduction to Anatomy and Communications Physiology. OPH 107 Communications focus is on Ophthalmology Clinical Procedures I communication skills for healthcare Theory and practical application of workers. Writing basics and OPH 103 basic optical principles and the human preparing for legal documentation is Ocular Anatomy and Physiology eye is the focus. Basic dispensing, lens emphasized. Emphasis is also placed on measuring techniques, use of lens clock. communication with diverse populations Structures and function of the human Maintenance and use of ophthalmic and cultures. Students also develop and visual system. Anatomy and physiology equipment is addressed. enhance their computer skills for the of the eyeball, orbit and ocular adnexa ophthalmic practice. are covered. Emphasis placed on ocular terminology. OPH 108 Ophthalmology Clinical Procedures II OPH 180 Principles of retinoscopy, refractometry, Human Relations I basic lensometry, prisims, ocular motility, Focus on the use of oral communication and keratometry basics. and listening skills to build and maintain positive relationships in the work place and in other aspects of the ophthalmic OPH 109 office. Leadership and problem solving Advanced Ocular Pathophysiology techniques are emphasized. Structures and function of the human visual system. Anatomy and physiology of the eyeball, orbit, and ocular andexa.

2008-2009 Catalog 199 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number OPH 181 PHAR 101 PHAR 105 Human Relations II Pharmacy Technician Fundamentals Outpatient Pharmacy Preparations & Identifying and understanding & Ethics Record Keeping I interpersonal relationships skills related This course introduces the student to the This course provides instruction and to patients and providers of healthcare is role and ethics of a pharmacy technician. experience in the compounding, addressed. Communication techniques, Various employment opportunities counting, packaging, stocking, and active listening, paraphrasing, and in pharmacy are covered. Students labeling of pharmaceutical preparations reflection are covered as well as trust, are introduced to the importance and using proper equipment and techniques. empathy, professional credibility, and benefits of professional organizations as Students are provided with instruction accountability. well as national certification. Included is and practical methods in patient profile an overview of professional work habits, applications, third party billing, and standards, the curriculum, and the ASHP filing requirements including special

Course Descriptions OPH 183 standards for the development of the requirements for scheduled drugs. Professional Development pharmacy technician curriculum for an accredited program. Focus on the professional aspect of PHAR 106 ophthalmic paraprofessional. Included Outpatient Pharmacy Preparations & in the course is scope of practice, Record Keeping II PHAR 102 preparation for certification exam, and This course continues to provide job search skills. Pharmacology I instruction and experience in the This course reviews the history of compounding, counting, packaging, pharmacy and drug development. stocking, and labeling of pharmaceutical OPH 190 Students are introduced to the basic preparations using proper equipment and Practicum I mechanisms of drug action and routes techniques. Students are provided with of administration. Students learn the Application of technical skills of clinical instruction and practical methods in uses, effects, and side effects of the data, front office procedures, obtaining patient profile applications, third party major classes of drugs affecting the patient’s health and ocular history, billing, and filing requirements including integumentary, skeletal, muscle and measuring visual acuity, medical record special requirements for scheduled drugs. joints, nervous, blood and lymphatic, management, and commonly used skills. Emphasis is given to increasing speed cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, and and accuracy in filling pharmaceutical endocrine systems. preparations. OPH 191 Practicum II PHAR 103 PHAR 107 Application in ophthalmic procedures Top 200 Drugs I and skills is applied in general IV Admixture Advanced Techniques Students learn the Top 200 most ophthalmic practice settings. Students apply advanced preparation commonly prescribed drugs in techniques in mixing chemotherapy the United States related to the products. Emphasis in on the risks and integumentary, skeletal, muscle and precautions associated with these agents. OPH 192 joints, nervous, blood and lymphatic, Practicum III cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, and endocrine systems. Emphasis is on Advanced application of ophthalmic PHAR 108 procedures and skills is applied in a learning the generic and brand names, variety of ophthalmic practice settings therapeutic class, dosage forms, and Inpatient & Home Healthcare such as eye centers, teaching hospitals, appropriate patient information labels Pharmacy Preparation and Record and etc. for prescriptions. Keeping This course provides instruction and experience in IV preparation, unit PHAR 104 dose drug distribution, compounding, Pharmacology II packaging, labeling, floor and pharmacy stocking and ordering. Students learn Students continue to learn the basic and demonstrate aseptic technique for mechanisms of drug action and routes of compounding sterile products as well administration. Emphasis is on learning as safety standards for cytotoxic drugs. the uses, effects, and side effects of the Students learn required record keeping as major classes of drugs affecting the it applies to inpatient pharmacy settings, special senses, urinary, male and female emergency medications, and the use of reproductive, obstetrics, child health, home infusion administration devices. oncology, and mental health systems.

200 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number PHAR 109 PHAR 133 PHAR 160 Top 200 Drugs II Business Office Machines I Pharmacy Calculations Descriptions Course Students continue to learn the Top Students learn to operate the ten key This course provides students with 200 most commonly prescribed drugs computer keyboard function, telephone, practice in mathematic operations in the United States related to the and computers. Emphasis is given to such as fractions, decimals, percent special senses, urinary, male and female increasing speed and accuracy on all solutions, roman numerals, ratio and reproductive, obstetrics, child health, equipment. This course provides training proportions. Special emphasis on metric oncology, and mental health systems. in the application of computers to and apothecary applications particular Emphasis is on learning the generic pharmacy including the development of to the practice of pharmacy are covered. and brand names, therapeutic class, patient profiles, filling of prescriptions, Students learn and practice common dosage forms, and appropriate patient order entry, label preparation, and third calculator features. information labels for prescriptions. party billing.

PHAR 180 PHAR 130 PHAR 134 Communications and Customer Medical Terminology/Anatomy and Business Office Machines II Service Physiology for Pharmacy Technicians I Students continue to process patient Students learn to communicate Students learn basic medical profiles, prescriptions, orders, and labels effectively with medical offices, abbreviations and terminology. Students on the computer with emphasis on speed customers, patients, and co-workers both survey structure and function of the and accuracy. Students learn Internet and orally and in writing. human body with emphasis on learning Fax Machine skills. Emphasis is given the major organs and processes related to increasing speed and accuracy on all the integumentary, skeletal, muscle and equipment. PHAR 181 joints, nervous, blood and lymphatic, Management, Supervision, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, and endocrine systems. and Human Relations PHAR 135 Students practice communication Business Office Machines III methods from a management point Students continue to process patient of view. Students learn practices in PHAR 131 profiles, prescription orders, and labels human resource management including Pharmacy Law and References I on the computer with emphasis on speed evaluating work performance, problem Students examine legal terms, state, and and accuracy. Students learn Internet and solving, staff development, policy federal laws as well as review references Fax Machine skills. Emphasis is given development, and planning work necessary to the practice of pharmacy. to increasing speed and accuracy on all schedules. JACHO standards are also equipment. included.

PHAR 132 Chemistry for Pharmacy PHAR 136 PHAR 190 This course provides a basic Medical Terminology/Anatomy and Pharmacy Practice-Internship I understanding of inorganic and organic Physiology for Pharmacy Technicians II Students experience practical applications chemistry. It includes the parts of an Students continue to learn basic medical of their knowledge and skills by working atom, chemical symbols for elements, abbreviations and terminology. Students five weeks in a retail pharmacy and five functional groups, and compounds. survey structure and function of the weeks in a hospital or other pharmacy Students learn basic pharmacokinetics human body with emphasis on learning settings that provide intravenous and pharmacology in the application the major organs and processes related admixture training. Students learn job of pharmacy practice as it relates to the to the special senses, urinary, male and search skills as well as develop a resume organ systems. Drug stability, storage female reproductive, obstetrics, child for an entry-level position as a pharmacy conditions, and chemical reactions health, oncology, and mental health technician. will also be discussed as it applies to systems. pharmaceutical preparations. PHAR 191 PHAR 137 Pharmacy Practice-Internship II Pharmacy Law and References II This course is a continuation of PHAR Students continue to examine legal 190, Pharmacy Practice-Internship I terms, state, and federal laws as well as review references necessary to the practice of pharmacy.

2008-2009 Catalog 201 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number PROP 101 PROP 130 PROP 160 Introduction to Apartment Operations Curb Appeal Introduction to Pools Students learn about the apartment Students learn the importance or creating Students learn pool and spa operation industry and the role of maintenance and maintaining the curb appeal of the and maintenance skills. Pool and spa workers. The course includes an property. This class focuses on grounds theory, health codes, proper cleaning introduction to job roles and keeping, exterior inspections, and other techniques, proper water balance levels expectations, customer service/resident responsibilities to keep the complex safe, and maintenance of facilities, equipment retention and basic apartment budget clean and attractive to the public. It also and the safe handling of pool chemicals. considerations. includes operation and maintenance of small mechanical equipment in a safe and correct manner. PROP 170 PROP 110 Introduction to Appliances Course Descriptions Safe Procedures in Apartment Students are introduced to the Maintenance PROP 140 operation, installation, and theory of Students learn how to work in a safe Basic Electrical Repairs refrigerators, washing machines, clothes environment through training in Students learn basic electrical repair with dryers, dishwashers, and ranges. Basic personal safety, workplace hazard, spills, an emphasis on apartment dwellings. diagnostic and troubleshooting skills and appropriate procedures. Students Students learn to read and interpret are taught with an emphasis on safety practice the safe use of materials, tools, basic electrical meters and use tools and and vocabulary of appliance parts and and equipment. The use of personal materials safely. components. protective equipment (PPE) and material safety data sheets (MSDS) is strongly emphasized. PROP 145 PROP 190 Basic Plumbing Repairs Job Search Skills I Students learn basic plumbing Students learn about the job search PROP 115 applications. Students learn to repair process in the USA, including the Emergency Procedures toilets, sinks, faucets, hot water heaters functions of job postings, resumes, cover This class provides students with the and drains, and use tools and materials letters, and interviews. They practice knowledge and experience to respond to safely. identifying and describing their skills, emergencies in an apartment complex. personal qualities, and education and Students learn to develop and use a work histories. They learn to read a security plan, locate shutoff valves, PROP 150 job posting or want ad, identifying the make use of emergency numbers, direct General Maintenance Skills I main parts (job requirements, preferred emergency personnel and vehicles, and qualifications, and contact information) Students learn a variety of basic follow appropriate procedures in case of and common abbreviations in the apartment repair practices related to hazards, spills, and fires. maintenance industry (e.g.: DOE, FT/ windows, doors, locks, cabinets, shelving, PT, 07B). They also practice making exterior lighting, counter tops, and polite requests (such as asking for an flooring. Students learn to use hand and PROP 120 application) and identifying appropriate power tools in a safe manner and to work and inappropriate body language and Students gain knowledge and experience as a team to meet schedules. Learning clothing for job interviews. in painting techniques such as surface environment is both on-site and hands- preparation, color schemes, and cleanup. on in a shop environment. Students apply coatings in a safe and proper manner, practice basic drywall PROP 194 procedures, and patching techniques. PROP 155 Cooperative Work Experience General Maintenance Skills II A cooperative work experience option may be available to qualified, approved Students learn a variety of basic students, allowing them to receive apartment repair practices related to credit for work experience appropriate windows, doors, locks, cabinets, shelving, to their training. Through cooperative exterior lighting, counter tops, and work experience, students have the flooring. Students learn to use hand and opportunity to apply learned skills and power tools in a safe manner and to work gain actual on-the-job experience while as a team to meet schedules. Learning completing their course of study. environment is both on-site and hands- on in a shop environment.

202 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number PROP 195 SECY 150 SECY 153 Job Search Skills II Office Suite I Integrated Business Procedures II Descriptions Course Students learn to prepare a resume and This course prepares students to utilize This course prepares students to utilize cover letter, fill out job applications, a presentation application in the more advanced word processing features search and interview for jobs. Emphasis workplace by creating a wide variety to increase the functionality of their is on using computers and the internet of visual presentations. Applications documents. Students create and format to apply for jobs. Students participate in includes the creation and modification tables, work with graphics and mail practice interviews with the expectation of presentations, charts, outlines, merge documents utilizing a major of an authentic interview. graphs, and reports by embedding and word processing package. This course linking objects, and adding animation applies real-world job skills in the areas and hyperlinks to slide shows. It of general office procedures, processing SBMS 110 provides students with a case-based, mail, records management, planning Starting Your Own Small Business problem-solving approach to the basics meetings, and document processing using of utilizing Outlook including email, a variety of popular software applications Learn how to start your own small contacts, tasks and schedules. Real-world to manage time and resources. business and greatly increase your case scenarios that encourage problem chances for success. Training focuses on solving and research are used to simulate SECY 160 the development of a basic business plan activities with the integration of other and addresses the areas of marketing, Microsoft Office applications, which Integrated Financial Applications management and organization, available may be encountered in the classroom or Students improve proficiency applying resources, and financing. workplace. basic math concepts and critical thinking to business situations using the 10- key calculator, spreadsheet software, SECY 100 SECY 151 Operating System and Internet and forms Students gain competency Office Suite II in performing business computations This course prepares students to use Students learn basic spreadsheet that include banking transactions, computer applications in the classroom terminology, skills, concepts, and budgets, inventory, commissions, and in the workplace by giving a solid functions to create and format retail sales, cash and trade discounts, foundation in the knowledge and worksheets. Students also learn how percentages, financial statements, and skills needed to work in the Windows to sort data, use formulas, work with payroll applications. Students discuss environment. Basic concepts and ranges, create charts, use templates, and the importance of demonstrating ethical programs used in Windows are covered. add clip art to spreadsheets by utilizing conduct in financial matters. Students use advanced features as they a major spreadsheet application software customize the Windows environment package. By utilizing a major database SECY 170 and learn to navigate the World Wide management software package, students Web to access a variety of Internet learn skills, concepts, and functions to Communication with Technology I resources available to business today. design and enter data into a database Students develop skills in scheduling table, create reports and labels, and to and confirming appointments, hosting perform simple queries. international visitors, managing and greeting visitors, and identifying potential ethical implications when SECY 152 sharing information. Students apply Integrated Business Procedures I information management software, such Students learn to prepare a variety of as Outlook, for scheduling appointments documents for use in the classroom and and events, keeping track of activities, in the business environment utilizing preparing a task list, and creating and a major word processing application maintaining a contact list. software package. This course applies real-world job skills in the areas of general office procedures, telephone management, and document processing using a variety of popular software applications to manage time and resources.

2008-2009 Catalog 203 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number SECY 171 SECY 291 SUR 111 Communication with Technology II Certification Preparation II Field Surveying Lab I Students develop skills in planning and Prepares student for the certification Taught in conjunction with SUR 101, arranging travel by identifying types exam in one of the following: Internet this course consists of practical field of services and resources needed to and Computing certification IC3, surveying assignments including taping, make domestic and international travel OPAC, MOS®, and CPS/CAP®. leveling, horizontal and vertical angle arrangements. This course identifies measurement, Electronic Distance ethical issues in reporting travel SECY 294 Measurement, traverse surveys, and expense reports and the importance of equipment maintenance and calibration. understanding cultural differences as Cooperative Work Experience/ Students keep manual and electronic they relate to a manager’s travel. Internship field notes. Cooperative Work Experience/Internship provides the opportunity for students Course Descriptions SECY 172 to work in an office environment in the SUR 112 Communication with Technology III local business community. Integration Students develop effective oral and of classroom training with on-the- Field Surveying Lab II written communication skills, prepare job experience allows the student to Taught in conjunction with SUR 102, routine communication for distribution, apply learned skills and relate more this lab course emphasizes topographic demonstrate the importance of ethics meaningfully to office professional surveying techniques using hand note- in speaking and writing, and develop careers. keeping and electronic data collection delivery techniques for presentations and GPS-RTK usage. through a variety of written assignments by using software applications. SUR 101 Introduction to Field Surveying SUR 113 SECY 190 This course introduces maps, field Field Survey Summer Practicum survey measurement and mathematical This lab course is based on knowledge Applied Professional Training I concepts. Students learn theory of gained in the first three quarters of the Students learn important skills in surveying calculations and error program. The students work on longer developing resumes, cover letters and measurements. portfolios. Students demonstrate skills projects in boundary retracement, and gain experience in the interview topographic surveying, and construction process through mock and actual surveying. interviews. Students send out resumes, SUR 102 set interviews and do follow-ups in the Intermediate Field Surveying goal of obtaining a job when they have A continuation of SUR 101 taught in SUR 114 completed their course of study. conjunction with SUR 112, this course Field Survey Spring Practicum is an introduction to the concepts of This lab course is based on knowledge gathering and compiling topographic gained up to the last four weeks of SECY 191 survey data, profiles and cross-sections, the third quarter of the program. The Applied Professional Training II field astronomy and the Global students work on longer projects in Students train in a simulated work Positioning System (GPS). boundary retracement, topographic setting to gain experience of the day- surveying, and construction surveying. to-day office procedures. On campus office experience allows the student SUR 103 to apply learned skills and relate more meaningfully to office professional Construction Surveying SUR 145 careers. Students learn the theory of route and Public Land System I construction staking and boundary This course covers the historical methods staking using traditional and modern and framework of the American systems SECY 290 techniques. This lecture and laboratory of land division, with an emphasis on the Certification Preparation I course introduces field staking Public Land System. Prepares student for the certification techniques and reporting and includes exam in one of the following: Internet lot corner staking, pipeline, route and and Computing certification IC3, slope staking, building and site staking, OPAC, MOS®, and CPS/CAP®. and blue-topping. Students use tapes, total stations, data collectors, and GPS to achieve their goals.

204 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number SUR 161 SUR 175 SUR 214 Basic Mathematics for Field Surveying Communications Land Survey Spring Practicum Descriptions Course This course is an introduction to Land This course’s emphasis is on written This lab course is based on knowledge Surveying mathematics. Topics include forms in the Land Surveying profession. gained in the first seven quarters of operations with real numbers, exponents Students research and gather data and the program and allows the student to and radicals, operations with algebraic complete projects in resume writing, practice field survey techniques before expressions, solution of right triangles, business letters and technical reports. graduation. The students work on and introduction to vectors. Students gain proficiency in English longer projects in boundary retracement, usage as it pertains to professional topographic surveying, and construction communications and appropriate surveying. SUR 162 presentation of information and Intermediate Mathematics for Field concepts. Surveying SUR 181 SUR 235 This course is a continuation of SUR Human Relations Boundary Law 161. Covered topics include solution Students cover teamwork and conflict This course is an overview of the of equations, oblique triangles, area resolution techniques. They study legal aspects of surveying and the calculations, and analysis of linear methods to recognize and effectively responsibilities of the surveyor. Topics functions. deal with discrimination and sexual include excesses and deficiencies, harassment, and the associated legal occupation vs. title, encroachments, considerations in the workplace. They records of survey, ALTA surveys, SUR 163 likewise study practical cooperation boundary law, water boundaries, monuments, streets and easements. Advanced Mathematics for Field techniques needed for effective field Surveying work and quality assurance. This continuation of SUR 162 includes SUR 190 solutions of systems of linear equations, SUR 242 Field Survey Spring Cooperative Legal Descriptions factoring, fractions, operations with Education radicals, solving quadratic equations, and This course covers the analysis, analyzing quadratic functions. The student may substitute an approved interpretation and writing of legal co-op assignment in lieu of the Spring descriptions, proper form, controlling Quarter Practicum (SUR 114). Prior elements, metes and bounds, departmental approval and/or permission sectionalized land descriptions, special SUR 164 of the instructor and co-op contract are shapes, easements and rights-of-way. Survey Calculations required. In this course students learn the practical application of mathematical theory to SUR 191 the solution of grades, horizontal and Field Survey Summer Cooperative SUR 245 vertical curves, coordinate geometry, Education Public Land System II intersection problems, and volumes. The student may substitute an approved This course covers the historical methods coop assignment in lieu of the summer and framework of the American systems session. Prior department approval and/ of land division, with an emphasis on the Public Land System. The topics SUR 174 or permission of instructor and coop contract required. covered include monumentation, area Computer Applications computation, section retracement, corner This course is an introduction to restoration and subdivision of sections. microcomputers, word processing spreadsheets, utilities, and the SUR 205 Internet, providing a basis for the Survey Adjustments Communications course as well as This course covers the concepts of the reporting and presentation of random error theory and adjustment information required throughout the rest algorithms, the mathematical application of the program. of simple error propagation formulas and compass rule adjustments. The course uses computer applications to perform least squares adjustments of survey networks and interpret the results.

2008-2009 Catalog 205 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number SUR 247 SUR 251 SUR 263 Photogrammetry Advanced Computer Applications Special Topics in Mathematics This course provides an introduction This course is a continuation of SUR This course includes an introduction to to photogrammetry as used in Land 250, CAD for Surveying, with further differential calculus as well as principles Surveying, with instruction on air photo applications of AutoCAD and Civil 3D of statistics and least squares adjustments interpretation, stereo photographs, products. Labs include productivity applied to surveying. mathematics, stereoplotting, training and preparation of finished orthophotography, field control for drawings. SUR 270 single and multiple model surveys, paneling principles and techniques and Technical Writing for Land Surveying project planning. The student is also This course provides training in a variety SUR 255 of document types including proposal introduced to new developments in Global Positioning System scanning and ranging, and GPS-based letters, project scopes, field reports, Course Descriptions control. The course includes a field trip This course is an overview of Global business letters, contracts, advanced word to visit a regional photogrammetric firm. Positioning System (GPS) principles as processing, and final resume preparation. applied to land surveying for centimeter The emphasis is on style, content and accuracy measurement: position and appearance of documents. vector observations, project planning, SUR 248 network design, static and kinematic Introduction to Geographic techniques. SUR 281 Information Business Fundamentals and Ethics This course covers basic accounting, This course provides an introduction SUR 256 to the concepts and uses of Geographic project accounting, estimating, contract Information Systems for Land Surveyors. Subdivision Design basics, licensing requirements, small Students are familiarized with the This course covers the many aspects business management, customer science and technology of GIS. Students of land development from legal relations, marketing, professional consider the unique role of surveyors in requirements, urban planning, zoning, organizations and professional ethics. the creation and maintenance of GIS’s. project planning and subdivision They are given hands-on laboratory geometry to the engineering design of grading, drainage, streets and earthwork. SUR 290 introduction to the use of GIS software. Land Survey Spring Cooperative Education SUR 257 The student may substitute an approved SUR 249 Geodetic Surveying co-op assignment in lieu of the Spring Survey Research and Project Planning Geodetic Surveying relates surveying Quarter Practicum (SUR114). Prior Students learn to do research at county, principles to the spheroidal earth. departmental approval and/or permission state and federal offices, title companies, Students are exposed to slope distance of the instructor and co-op contract are and private sources for boundary, reductions, ellipsoids and datums, two- required. (3 credits, 108 hours) control and utilities, in person and via dimensional coordinate transformations. Labs are related to GPS survey data the Internet. Several field trips provide SURG 101 exposure and opportunities to do and triangulation data. Students individual research projects. Students are instructed in the use of State Surgical Techniques make field reconnaissance visits to their Plane Coordinates and Least Squares A practical knowledge of the operating sites and plan field control and execution Adjustments. Spherical trigonometry room environment and general of survey. is applied to the use of Astronomic equipment, aseptic techniques, creation observations. and maintenance of the sterile field, economy of motion and supply use, SUR 261 instruments and supplies, counts, SUR 250 positioning, prepping and draping and CAD for Surveying Basic Mathematics for Land Surveying safety related to the operating room. This course introduces students to the This course covers the use of complex (These techniques follow Association of AutoCAD software for the drawing numbers, exponential and logarithmic Operating Room Nurses’ Standards and and editing of figures, text, blocks, equations, the graphs of trigonometric Recommended Practices). paperspace, and plotting. It also functions and trigonometric identities. A introduces the Autodesk Civil 3D for module of this course covers the solution the preparation of simple surveying of spherical triangles using spherical drawings. trigonometry.

206 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number SURG 106 SURG 111 SURG 133 Surgical Procedures I Skills Laboratory III Patient Care Skills Descriptions Course A practical knowledge of the surgical Students participate in all basic activities A practical application of general and procedure, indications/diagnoses, involved in the use of the lab including specific patient needs and care in the relevant anatomy, terminology, patient case preparation, scrubbing, gowning and surgical setting to include vital signs, preparation and possible complications, gloving, set up, basic instrumentation, body mechanics, electrical, laser and equipment, instruments and supplies, sharps safety and procedural processes radiation safety for patient and staff. The set up and procedures for: Laparotomy, involved in advanced specialities. course includes information about TB, Obstetrics, Gynecology, Endoscopy, and Hepatitis B and C, multi-drug resistant Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. organisms and the mandatory seven SURG 112 hours of HIV/AIDS education for health Professional Preparation I care providers. SURG 107 Students participate in cover letter Surgical Procedures II preparation and cover Part I of A practical knowledge of the surgical Certification Exam Review. SURG 160 procedure, indications/diagnoses, Applied Mathematics relevant anatomy, terminology, patient A practical application of mathematics preparation and possible complications, SURG 113 as it applies to the Metric System equipment, instruments and supplies, set Professional Preparation II in volume, temperature, and linear up and procedures for: General Surgery, measurement, which includes measuring ENT, Genitourinary, Ophthalmology, Students participate in resumé with assorted medical/surgical devices Neurology and Thoracic Surgery. preparation and cover Part II of as well as accurate calculation and Certification Exam Review. measurement of drug dosages.

SURG 108 SURG 130 Surgical Procedures III SURG 170 Medical Terminology A practical knowledge of the surgical Communications procedure, indications/diagnoses, A practical knowledge of the terminology A basic review of sentence structure, relevant anatomy, terminology, patient related to the structure and function grammar and punctuation and paragraph preparation and possible complications, of systems of the human body, their structure, followed by a review of the equipment, instruments and supplies, set pathology, procedures and the medical writing process: prewriting, drafting, up and procedures for: Gastrointestinal, profession in general. editing, and revising. Essay structure is Cardiovascular/Peripheral Vascular, and developed to include an introduction, Orthopedic Surgery. body, and conclusion. The writing SURG 131 process is connected to the research Microbiology of professional literature using critical SURG 109 A practical knowledge of medical reading and analysis to generate and Skills Laboratory I microbiology in relationship to support conclusions of their research in writing. Skills include professional Students participate in all basic activities the survival of the organism in the environment and the sterile field, to and therapeutic communication in the involved in the use of the lab including surgical setting. case preparation, scrubbing, gowning and include sterilization, disinfection as well gloving, set up, basic instrumentation, as wound/tissue healing, inflammation sharps safety and procedural anatomy and infection. and processes for a basic abdominal SURG 180 procedure Human Relations SURG 132 A basic knowledge of institutional Pharmacology organizations, job functions and SURG 110 A practical application of the drugs used limitations, legal and ethical issues in the Skills Laboratory II in the operating field and room as well as operating room, ambulatory surgery and multicultural issues in health care. Students participate in all basic activities those drugs that may affect the surgical involved in the use of the lab including patient. case preparation, scrubbing, gowning and SURG 192 gloving, set up, basic instrumentation, Allied Clinical Practicum I sharps safety and procedural processes An evaluation of the clinical abilities involved in basic surgical specialities. and work ethic during sterile processing clinical rotation.

2008-2009 Catalog 207 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number SURG 193 VET 102 VET 191 Allied Clinical Practicum II Veterinary Assisting II Veterinary Assisting Internship An evaluation of the clinical abilities This course is a continuation of This course is taken simultaneously and work ethic during labor and delivery VET 101 and provides instruction in with VET 102 or VET 103, alternating clinical rotation. the position of veterinary assistant. with one quarter of Veterinary Assisting Lectures with handouts pertaining Practicum. Students are assigned to a to each course topic are provided. veterinary facility in order to practice the SURG 194 Students work individually and in acquired skills necessary for performance Operating Room Clinical Practicum I small groups to develop skills associated as a veterinary assistant in a professional with instrumentation and laboratory team environment. An evaluation of the clinical abilities and procedures. work ethic during the operating room clinical rotation. WELD 101 Course Descriptions VET 103 Introduction to Welding Veterinary Assisting III This course is designed to give students SURG 195 This course is a continuation of VET an overview of the training program, Operating Room Clinical Practicum II 101 and 102 and provides instruction the industry, and a variety of welding in the position of veterinary assistant. processes, including examples of when An evaluation of the clinical abilities and Lectures with handouts pertaining to each process is likely to be used on work ethic during the operating room each course topic are provided. Students the job. Mastery of the processes will clinical rotation. work individually and in small groups to be developed in later classes; this class develop skills associated with instruction merely offers a basic foundation of and laboratory procedures. understanding. SURG 196 Operating Room Clinical Practicum III VET 160 WELD 102 An evaluation of the clinical abilities and Veterinary Math Occupational Related Safety work ethic during the operating room clinical rotation. This course covers the necessary Students learn the safety procedure for concepts involved in mathematics used the welding trade. By understanding in veterinary medicine. This includes safety hazards, students learn to use SURG 197 dosage calculations, metric conversions, personal protective equipment and take Operating Room Clinical Practicum IV percentages, ratios and other technical the necessary precautions with each An evaluation of the clinical abilities and applications. welding process. Good safety habits work ethic during the operating room are formed through daily practice. clinical rotation. VET 180 This course is taught concurrently with WELD 103, 107, 109, 111, 113 and Human Relations/Workplace Skills 115. Topics include assertiveness, customer relations, teamwork, problem solving/ VET 101 conflict resolution, business and work WELD 103 Veterinary Assisting I ethics, organizational development/skills, Thermal Cutting This course presents an introduction employment rights and responsibilities, Students receive individualized to the essentials of veterinary assisting. equity and cultural issues, decision instruction on the safe use of an oxy- Lectures with handouts pertaining to making, motivation, and self esteem. acetylene cutting torch, including each topic are provided. Students work instruction on straight, radius and individually and in pairs to develop VET 190 circular cuts on steel, and flushing on skills associated with instrumentation, steel plate. Instruction in track burning dissection, and formulation and Veterinary Assisting Practicum includes both straight and beveled cuts presentation of a research paper. This course is taken simultaneously on mild steel. Plasma arc cutting includes with VET 102 or VET 103, alternating instruction in both manual cutting of with one quarter of Veterinary sheet and plate steel and other alloys. Air Assisting Internship. Students further Carbon arc cutting includes instruction develop skills and knowledge through in both back gouging and weld removal. observation, and practice of hands-on techniques in the classroom and various animal settings.

208 Renton Technical College Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number WELD 104 WELD 109 WELD 115 Welding Fundamentals Shielded Metal Arc Welding I Flux Cored Arc Welding Descriptions Course Students learn the fundamentals of Students receive individualized This course includes individualized welding: basic joints, the welding instruction in shielded metal arc welding instruction in both gas shielded and self processes and the methods of application, in multiple positions on mild steel plate shielded flux cored arc welding with welding electricity and physics basics. with E6010 and E6011. This class is E71T-1 and E71T-6 electrodes on mild This course is taught concurrently with taught concurrently with WELD 104, steel plate in multiple positions. This WELD 103, 107, 109, 111, 113 and 105 and 106. class is taught concurrently with WELD 115. 104, 105 and 106. WELD 110 WELD 105 Shielded Metal Arc Welding II Welding Processes and Application Students receive individualized WELD 116 Students learn process theory and instruction in shielded metal arc welding, Shielded Metal Arc Welding I equipment needs for the non- in multiple positions, on mild steel Students receive individualized consumable electrode welding processes plate, with E7018 electrodes. This class instruction in shield metal arc welding and the consumable electrode processes: is taught concurrently with WELD 104, in multiple positions on mild steel plate electrodes, filler metals, gases, power 105 and 106. with E6010 and E6011. sources and related equipment. This course is taught concurrently with WELD 103, 107, 109, 111 and 115. WELD 111 WELD 117 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Shielded Metal Arc Welding II WELD 106 Students receive individualized Students receive individualized Welding Metallurgy instruction in gas tungsten arc welding instruction in shielded metal arc welding, Students learn the basics of welding on mild steel plate and sheet with in multiple positions, on mild steel plate, metallurgy and inspection: steel ER70S-X rod in multiple positions; with E7018 electrodes. properties, identification, specifications, on stainless steel in multiple positions hardenability and weldability and using 308, 309 and 316 filler rod; and weld inspection. This course is taught on aluminum sheet in multiple positions WELD 118 concurrently with WELD 103, 107, 109, using 4043 and 5356 filler rod. This Gas Metal Arc Welding class is taught concurrently with WELD 111, 113 and 115. This course includes individualized 104, 105, and 106. instruction in the following types of gas metal arc welding: short circuited WELD 107 arc with E70S-3 on mild steel sheet in Oxy-Acetylene Welding WELD 112 multiple positions; spray arc with E70S-3 Students receive individualized Welding Fundamentals electrodes on mild steel plate in multiple instruction in oxy-acetylene welding in Students learn the fundamentals of positions and spray arc with aluminum multiple positions on mild steel sheet welding: basic joints, the welding 5356 electrodes in multiple positions. metal and brazing in the flat position on processes and the methods of application, mild steel plate and sheet. welding electricity and physics basics. WELD 119 Flux Cored Arc Welding WELD 108 WELD 113 This course includes individualized Occupational Related Safety Gas Metal Arc Welding instruction in both gas shielded and self Students learn the safety procedure for This course includes individualized shielded flux cored arc welding with the welding trade, including providing instruction in the following types of E71T-1 and E71T-6 electrodes on mild first aid to the injured. By understanding gas metal arc welding: short circuited steel plate in multiple positions. safety hazards, students learn to use arc with E70S-3 on mild steel sheet in personal protective equipment and take multiple positions, spray arc with E70S-3 the necessary precautions with each electrodes on mild steel plate in multiple welding process. Good safety habits are positions, and spray arc with aluminum formed through daily practice. 5356 electrodes in multiple positions. This class is taught concurrently with WELD 104, 105 and 106.

2008-2009 Catalog 209 www.RTC.edu Course Descriptions Listed alphabetically by course number WELD 120 WELD 191 WELDS 110 Blueprint Reading I Job Search Skills Welding (MIG & TIG) Students receive instruction in the make- Students receive instruction in This course is designed to prepare up and interpretation of blueprints. interviewing skills, job search strategies, welders for job entry, technical The course covers line, views, notes, and attributes that result in stable upgrading, and certification in GMAW, specifications, dimensions, bills of employment and promotion. GTAW and FCAW. Instructor’s materials, structural shapes, detail permission must be obtained for direct prints, assembly prints, general symbols, entrance into GTAW and some oxy- welding symbols and abbreviation. WELD 194 acetylene brush-up may be required. Cooperative Work Experience This course offers WABO certification in these processes. This class is competency- A cooperative work experience option WELD 121 based and will in most cases need to be may be available to qualified, approved taken more than once to become a fully Course Descriptions Blueprint Reading II students, allowing them to receive competent welder. Students receive instruction in the credit for work experience appropriate interpretation of blueprints, including to their training. Through cooperative WELDS 112 pipe layouts, pipe symbols, basic metal work experience, students have the Certified Welding Inspector Training fabrication, water tight collars, insert opportunity to apply learned skills and This course provides the enrollees with procedures, inspection and weld testing gain actual on-the-job experience while the opportunity to apply the principles symbols. completing their course of study. involved in welding inspection. The students learn the duties of the welding inspector, as well as the responsibilities. WELD 160 WELDS 102 The students are prepared to take the Related Mathematics/Measurement Welding (Oxy-Acetylene and Arc) AWS, QC-1 test for CWI certification. Instruction in mathematics includes This course is designed to prepare adding, subtracting, multiplying and welders for job entry in most phases dividing of whole numbers, decimals of welding. Classroom and practical and fractions as a tool for calculating experience is offered in gas and arc dimensions, tolerances, scales, surface welding. Related experiences round out areas of materials, weights of materials; the complete course. Student’s previous converting measurements from U.S. experience dictates the starting point. Customary to Metrics and using WABO certification is available. This geometric formulas. Instruction also class is competency-based and will in includes the use of tape measures, most cases need to be taken more than framing and combination squares. once to become a fully competent welder. WELD 170 WELDS 106 Related Communications Welding Instruction includes industry This course is designed to prepare communications related to welding welders for job entry, technical processes, codes, welding abbreviations, upgrading, and certification in most basic welding terms and definitions, and processes of welding. Classroom and organizations that write welding codes, practical experience is offered in oxy- standards, and specifications. acetylene, SMAW, MIG and TIG. Student’s previous experience dictates starting point. WABO certification is WELD 181 available. Human Relations And Student Leadership Instruction covers teamwork, leadership skills, meeting employer expectations in a culturally diverse workplace and sexual harassment preventive strategies.

210 Renton Technical College Board of Trustees

Ronnie Behnke Ira SenGupta Frank Irigon Rich Zwicker Term: 2006–2011 Term: 2004–2009 Term: 2002–2007 Term: 2005–2010 Member since 2002 Member since 2004 Member since 2002 Member since 2005 Appendix The Renton Technical College Board of Trustees holds public meetings the second Tuesday of the month at 8:00 am in the Board Room of the Robert C. Roberts Campus Center, Room 202. Usually, there are no meetings in the months of July and August.

2008-2009 Catalog 211 www.RTC.edu Education For Life appendix

• Trustees • Foundation • administration • Faculty • index • Campus map

1 Renton Technical College Administ Advisory Council and Foundation

The Renton Technical College Advisory Council Advisory Council A key contributor to the College’s success in training students is its advisory committees. Charles L. Best, Jr. The RTC Advisory Council, whose membership consists of volunteers from business, industry, labor, and community-based organizations, advises administration on issues Beverly Bullock related to all of its instructional programs. Special emphasis is placed on WorkFirst and Jay Leviton Worker Retraining programs. Barbara Mitchell Full-Time and part-time professional-technical programs, apprenticeship programs and non-professional-technical programs are also served by separate program advisory Pat Smith committees, which are comprised of volunteer representatives from management and Derek Speck labor who are currently working in the applicable field. These committees work with faculty and administration to ensure that program content is consistent with current Bill Taylor employment needs; recommend competent journey level workers and technicians as Martin R. Heilstedt, instructors; assess the adequacy of facilities, supplies, materials and equipment; monitor Vice President, Instruction each program’s placement record; and evaluate overall program performance. Annually, each committee specifies in writing whether a program should be expanded, curtailed, Maggi Suffhoff, Appendix maintained or abolished. These dedicated advisory committee members volunteer their Director, Workforce Development time and energy to ensure that the College provides quality education.

The Renton Technical College Foundation Foundation Board of Directors The Renton Technical College Foundation is a not-for-profit corporation that generates funds and other resources to help students with career training. The Foundation, directed Jerene Battisti by a board of dedicated community volunteers, links the college to the community in Dr. Donald Bressler actively supporting students’ preparation for high-wage employment. The Foundation recognizes the challenges to quality education at Renton Technical College: Michele Campbell

• Providing access for more students. Barbara Culler • Maintaining or enhancing program resources. Brian Hanis • Offsetting costs for students and the college. Terry Higashiyama The Foundation meets these challenges by generating support for student scholarships, rewarding faculty and staff excellence, enhancing library resources, providing instructional Andee Jorgensen equipment, investing in capital projects, and assisting in community advocacy. Robert Littell The community can be proud of Renton Technical College’s impressive contributions Veronica Medina through professional-technical education. In return, charitable contributions to the Foundation will uphold the college’s earnest commitment to student achievement and King Parker learning excellence. Deborah Ranniger If you would like more information about the Foundation or how you can help, please 6Linda Stemler call the Foundation office at 425.235.2352, ext 2024. Carol Werner Rich Zwicker

2008-2009 Catalog 213 www.RTC.edu Full-Time Faculty

Lefton, Harriet G. Executive Staff Director, Even Start Bressler, Donald E., Ph.D. President McClain, M. Elman Director, Safety and Security Werner, Carol A. Executive Vice President, Administration and Finance Medbury, Douglas A. and Plant Operations Director, Culinary Arts

Heilstedt, Martin R. Merrell, Melinda M. Vice President, Instruction Director, Financial Services

Pozega, Jon A. Mullowney, Glenda K. Vice President, Student Services Director, Human Resource Development

Kiesling, Gay L. Navone, Susie A. Dean, Trade & Industry and Apprenticeship Director, Student Success Center

Chadwick, John Novotny, Jodi E. Dean, Basic Studies Assistant Dean, Basic Studies Appendix Johnson, Karen M. Palo, Eric E. Dean, Trade & Industry and Tech Prep Director, Library

Leon, Dante J. Perdomo, Jose A. Dean, Technical Programs and Distance Education Manager, Bookstore

Moe, Peggy S. Ramble, Tami M. Dean, Business Technology, Education and Human Assistant Dean, Allied Health Services, and General Education Ranniger, Deborah A. Stephen-Selby, Heather M. Director, Foundation Dean, Allied Health Riverman, Becky M. Administration Director, Admissions and Registration Baker, Barry A. Solomon, Debbie S. Director, Plant Operations Director, Financial Aid

Cordero, Julia B. Sutthoff, Maggi Director, Construction Center of Excellence Director, Workforce Development

DeBruyn, Karen A. Wegner, Mary K. Executive Assistant to the President Director, Information Services

Frey, Judith L. Director, Instructional Improvement

Harper, Rachel L. Executive Assistant, Instruction

Johnson, Christopher M. Director, Research and Development

Lanegraff, A. George Director, Business Development and Community Education Coordinator

214 Renton Technical College Full-Time Faculty

Braunstein-Post, Karen L. Full-Time Faculty Computer Science Aragon, Daniel C. Bachelors, Spanish – Santa Clara University Basic Welding Professional-Technical Certification Burrell, DeEtta B. Adult Basic Education/GED Arthur, Marcia M. Masters, Business Administration – City University English As A Second Language Masters, Education – Temple University, Japan Cameron, Philip M. English Baeder, Paul S. Masters, Brooklyn College Band Instrument Repair Technology Professional-Technical Certification

Campbell, John Appendix Major Appliance and Refrigeration Technology Bainbridge, Dan I. Associates – Lewis and Clark State College Major Appliance and Refrigeration Technology Masters, Adult Education & Distance Learning – Chamberlin, Martha J. University of Phoenix Accounting Masters, Computer Science – Oregon State University Bennedsen, Elizabeth A. Counselor Choi, Don Mee Masters of Education – Central Washington Adult Basic Education/GED Masters in Counseling/Personnel – Michigan State Ph.D., Interdisciplinary Studies – University Union Institute and University

Berrysmith, Connie L. Cooksey, Martin P. Dental Assistant Mathematics Bachelors, Workforce Education and Development – Masters, Applied Mathematics Southern Illinois University California State University, Long Beach

Biell, Michael E. Corbett, Timothy J. Engineering Design Technology Nursing Professional-Technical Certification Masters, Counseling Leadership Institute of Seattle – City University Bigelow, Donovan R. Psychology Covington, Sarah W. Juris Doctor, Law – Cornell University Nursing Masters, Seattle Pacific University Bigony, Marc W. English As A Second Language Crumb, Debra A. Masters, Education – Seattle University Librarian Masters, Library Studies – University of Hawaii Bovard, Larry A. Ophthalmic Assistant Csisek, Julie R. Certified Ophthalmic Technician Land Surveying Bachelors, Business Administration George Fox College

2008-2009 Catalog 215 www.RTC.edu Full-Time Faculty

Culler, Barbara Z. Fobes, Michael J. Early Childhood Careers Automotive Technology Masters, Elementary Education/Early Childhood Professional-Technical Certification University of Hawaii Foltz, Neil T. Culler, Timothy A. Nursing Computer Science Masters, Nursing – University of Washington Masters, Information Systems – City University Forbes, Karma L. Dedmon, Cheryl A. Counselor, Special Needs Pharmacy Technician Masters, Psychology – Antioch University Professional-Technical Certification Geist, Kenneth R. Devine, John H. Welding ITEC Automotive Service Technician Associates – Renton Technical College Professional-Technical Certification Hanson, Glenda R. Appendix Douthit, Martin E. Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant Custodial Training Educational Communication and Technology - University Professional-Technical Certification of Washington

Drinkwine, James E. Hickman, Daryl L. Administrative Office Management Band Instrument Repair Technology Masters, Business Administration - City University Masters, Curriculum & Instruction – University of Missouri, Columbia Ducharme, Richard L. Construction Trades Preparation Holman, Curtis M. Apprenticeship Certificate – State of California Accounting Masters, Business Administration – City University Dugan, Gail L. Certified Office Professional Holmes, Sherrie L. Bachelors, Business Education – Montana State Counselor, WorkFirst University Masters, Marriage and Family Therapy – Seattle Pacific University Ervin, Shawn L. Autobody Repair & Refinishing Jeffcoat, Pamela Bachelors, Psychology – California State University, Medical Assistant Fullerton Masters, International Studies -University of Washington

Fisher, John R., CEC, CCE, AAC Jordan, Denise R. Culinary Arts Computer Applications Certificate, Culinary Arts – Renton Technical College Professional-Technical Certification

Fobes, Kinsey K., P.E. Landes, Gerry L. Computer Science Medical Assistant Professional-Technical Certification Medical Assistant Certificate

216 Renton Technical College Full-Time Faculty

Lee, Jae H. Meyers, Pamela A. Construction Management Massage Therapy Bachelors, Civil Engineering - University of Washington Bachelors, Interior Architecture - Otis Art Institute of Parsons School of Design Lemenager, Maggie A. Adult Basic Education/GED Moody, Sharon R. Bachelors – University of Washington Paraeducator Masters, Instructional Technology American Intercontinental University Lesmeister, Michele B. Adult Basic Education/GED Masters, English – University of Arizona Muller, Barbara M. Counselor, WorkFirst Masters, Marriage and Family Therapy

Leviton, Kathryn A. Appendix Dental Assistant Seattle Pacific University Bachelors, Workforce Training – Southern Illinois University Mundy, John W. Ford ASSET Professional-Technical Certification Maher, Donna L. Medical Office Programs Masters, Nutrition/Home Economics – Neill, Gary C. Washington State University ITEC/Automotive Service Technician Bachelors, Political Science – Washington State University Marshall, John L. Computer Network Technology Professional-Technical Certification Newcome, John M. Accounting Juris Doctor, Law – University of Puget Sound Martinez, Francisco Machine Technology/CNC Bachelors - Southern Illinois University Nguyen, Ha Counselor, WorkFirst Masters, Psychology – St. Martins College May-Farley, Sheila Medical Office Programs Bachelors, Education – Central Washington University Nicholls, Richard C. English As A Second Language Masters, English – California State University, Fullerton McBride, Michael S. Culinary Arts Associates, Food Science Production Management - Paquette, Martin D. South Seattle Community College Land Surveying Masters, Civil Engineering California State University, Fresn McEwen, Michael E. o Nursing Masters, Nursing - Seattle Pacific University Parker, David W. Welding Professional-Technical Certification Mellon, James A. Automotive Technology Masters, Industrial Education – Eastern Washington University

2008-2009 Catalog 217 www.RTC.edu Full-Time Faculty

Pitzer, Jackie W. Staley, Laura A. Seattle Machinists Apprenticeship Media Librarian Apprenticeship Certificate – State of Washington Masters, Librarianship – University of Washington Masters, Public Administration – University of Minnesota Rundle, Debra A. Running Start Coordinator Stevens-Theizen, Sandra J. Bachelors, Physical Education – University of Puget Sound English as a Second Language Bachelors, Sociology – San Jose State University Sanderson, William W. Computer Network Technology Thompson, Brian D. Ph.D., Business Information Systems & Information – Ford ASSET Utah State University Professional-Technical Certification

Schwarz, Theodore M. Thurston, Rosemary E. Counselor Surgical Technologist Masters, Behavioral Sciences - University of Houston Professional-Technical Certification – Nursing Appendix Sealfon, Michael S. Walker, Daryl R. Certified Medical Lab Technician Commercial Building & Industrial Engineering Ph.D. Clinical Chemistry – Ohio State University Professional-Technical Certification

Segeberg, Richard E. Wang, Victoria Computer Network Technology Counselor, WorkFirst Masters, Organizational Management – University of Phoenix Masters, Human Development – Pacific Oaks College

Sharpe, Shannon E. Winkler, Jane L. Medical Office Programs Counselor Associate, Emphasis in Science – Highline Community Masters, Rehabilitation Counseling – Seattle University College Zerrouki, Lhoucine Skoczen, Zefire M. Computer Science Massage Therapy Masters – Central Washington University Masters, Traditional Chinese Medicine – Northwest Institute of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

Slayton, William B. Autobody Repair and Refinishing Professional-Technical Certification

Smith, Jimmie L. Counselor, Learning Disabilities and Assessment Masters, Education – Framingham State College

Smith, Kimberly, CEPC Professional Baking Certificate, Culinary, Baking and Pastry – South Seattle Community College

218 Renton Technical College Index

A Baking, Professional ...... 103 Band Instrument Repair Technology...... 43 ABE (Adult Basic Education)...... 127 Bank Teller...... 44 About Renton Technical College...... 6 Basic Computer Applications...... 45 Academic Achievement...... 31 Basic Machining...... 46 Academic Calendar...... 9 Basic Studies...... 126-128 Academic Regulations...... 28 Basic Welding...... 47 Accounting Clerk...... 33 Bi-lingual (Spanish–English) GED...... 127 Accounting Paraprofessional...... 34 Board of Trustees...... 211 Accounting Specialist...... 35 Bookstore...... 21 Accreditation...... 8 Appendix Brush Up...... 127 ADA Accommodations...... 18 Bus Routes...... 21 Administration...... 214 Administrative Office Management...... 36 C Admission Procedures...... 16 Calendar & Holidays...... 9

Admission/Registration Office...... 16 Campus Guide...... 223

Admissions...... 16 Campus Security...... 21

Adult Basic Education...... 127 Career Training Programs...... 32–113

Advisory Council...... 213 Career Training Programs Listed by Career Field ...... 5

Agency Funded Students ...... 27 Carpenters Apprenticeship...... 123

All USA Academic Team ...... 31 Cash Machine...... 21

Applications Developer...... 36-37 Catalog Disclaimer...... 4

Apprenticeship Programs...... 11, 122-124 Catering...... 22

Associate Degree Registered Nurse...... 106 Central Service Technician...... 48

Associate of Applied Science Degree...... 13 Certificate of Award...... 13

Associate of Applied Science-Transfer Degree...... 13 Certificate of Completion...... 13

Attendance Awards...... 29 Certified Office Professional/Executive Assistant...... 49

Attendance...... 29 Certified Office Professional/Office Support Specialist 50

Autobody Repair and Refinishing...... 38 Child Care...... 21

Automotive, Ford ASSET...... 39 Child Development Associate...... 51

Automotive Machinists...... 123 Children with Special Needs...... 52

Automotive Service Technician, ITEC...... 40-41 Civil CADD...... 53

Automotive Technology...... 42 CLEP testing...... 24, 116 B College Credit...... 30 College Level Examination Program (CLEP) Bakery...... 22 Testing ...... 24, 116

2008-2009 Catalog 219 www.RTC.edu Index

Commercial Building Engineering...... 54 Electronic Service Technician...... 71

Community Education LifeStyle Program...... 12 Eligibility Requirements for Financial Aid...... 25

COMPASS Testing...... 24 Engineering Design Technology...... 72

Computer Applications...... 56 English as a Second Language (ESL)...... 128

Computer Labs...... 21 Enrollment & Student Composition...... 7

Computer Network Technology...... 57 Entrance Requirements...... 16

Computer Numerical Control...... 58 ESL (English as a Second Language)...... 128

Computer Programming...... 59 Executive Assistant...... 49

Computer Science...... 60 Express Dining “scatterline”...... 22

Computer-Aided Drafting...... 55 Executive Staff...... 214

Construction Management...... 61 External Diploma Program (EDP)...... 128 Construction Trade Preparation...... 62 F Continuing Education, Retraining, Field Survey Technician...... 76 Appendix and Upgrading Programs...... 12 Financial Aid...... 25–27 Contract Training...... 12 Financial Aid Refund and Repayment Policy...... 27 Cooperative Education...... 22 Food Services...... 22 Cosmetology...... 63 Foundation Board of Directors...... 213 Cost of Training...... 17, 19 Foundation...... 213 Counseling...... 16, 22 Full-Time Career Training Programs...... 11, 19 Course Descriptions, General Education...... 114-121 Full-Time Faculty...... 214-218 Course Descriptions, Training Programs...... 129-210 Full-Time Programs, Cost & Length...... 19 Credit Assessment...... 30

Credit for Industry Courses...... 30 G GED (General Educational Development)...... 13, 24, 127 Credits...... 30 General Education...... 11, 114-121 Culinaire Express...... 22 General Educational Development (GED) Preparation 127 Culinaire Room...... 22 General Occupational Degree Programs...... 116, 125 Culinary Arts...... 64-65 D Grants...... 25 Degrees, Certificates and Diplomas...... 13 H Hearing Impaired (TTY) Services...... 22 Dental Assistant...... 66-67 Heat and Frost Insulators/ Dispatcher...... 73 Asbestos Workers Apprenticeship...... 123 E History of Renton Technical College...... 6 Early Childhood Careers...... 68 How to Apply for Financial Aid...... 25 EDP (External Diploma Program)...... 128 I Electrical Plant Maintenance...... 70 Industrial Engineering...... 74

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Instructional Programs/Degrees and Certificates...... 11 Message from the President...... 3

International Students...... 22 Mid-Term Progress Report...... 30 J Military Coursework...... 30 Job Placement...... 22 Millwrights Apprenticeship...... 123 K Mission, Vision, Values, Renton Technical College...... 2 Kitchen Major Appliance Technology...... 75 Modes of Instruction...... 14 L Multicultural Mission Statement...... 7 Multi-Occupational Trades Degree...... 125 LADS Apprenticeship ...... 123

Land Surveying/Field Survey Technician...... 76 N

National Vocational Technical Honor Society...... 31 Appendix Land Surveying /Land Survey Technician...... 77 Non-Discrimination Statement...... 7 Language Interpreter...... 78 Nursing Assistant...... 93 Lathers, Acoustical, Drywall Systems (LADS) Apprenticeship...... 123 O Laundry Major Appliance Technology...... 79 Off-Campus Basic Studies Sites...... 128 Learning Outcomes, Renton Technical College...... 2 Off-Campus Center, map...... 223 Leave of Absence...... 29 Office Assistant/Receptionist...... 94 Legal Office Assistant...... 80 Office Support Specialist...... 50 Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant...... 81 Ophthalmic Assistant ...... 97 Library Resource Center ...... 23 Other Admissions...... 18 Licensed Practical Nurse...... 82 P LifeStyle Program, Community Education ...... 12 Paraeducator/Bilingual Assistant...... 96 Loans ...... 26 Parking...... 23

M Part-Time Career Training Programs...... 11 Machining, Basic...... 46 Pharmacy Technician...... 98-99 Machinists Apprenticeship...... 123 Phlebotomy Technician...... 100 Main Campus Map...... 223 Pile Drivers Apprenticeship...... 124 Major Appliance and Refrigeration Technology...... 83 Placement Testing...... 24 Management of Child Care Programs...... 84 Planning for Student Success/ESL...... 128 Massage Therapy Practitioner...... 85 Plasterers Apprenticeship...... 124 Medical Assistant...... 86-87 Plumbers and Pipefitters Apprenticeship...... 124 Medical Coding Specialist—Physician Based...... 88 Practical Accounting for Small Business...... 101 Medical Laboratory Technician, Certified...... 89 Precision Machining Technologies...... 102 Medical Office Certificate...... 90 Pre-Registration List...... 16 Medical Receptionist...... 91 President’s Honors List...... 31 Medical Reimbursement Specialist...... 92

2008-2009 Catalog 221 www.RTC.edu Index

Professional Baking...... 103 Student Success...... 128

Property Maintenance ...... 104-105 Supervision and Management...... 109 R Surgical Technologist...... 110 Refrigeration Apprenticeship...... 124 T Refrigeration Technology...... 105 Tech Prep...... 18

Refund Policies...... 17 Tech Prep Credit...... 30

Registered Nurse, Associate Degree...... 106 Technical Studies...... 111

Renton Technical College, About...... 6 Telecommunications...... 14

Renton Technical College Advisory Council...... 213 Teleconferences...... 14

Renton Technical College Foundation...... 213 Telecourses...... 14

Renton Technical College History...... 6 Testing Center...... 24

Renton Technical College Learning Outcomes...... 2 Testing...... 24

Renton Technical College Mission, Vision, Values...... 2 Training Program Course Descriptions...... 135-210 Appendix Return of Title IV Funds...... 27 Training Programs Listed by Career Field...... 5

Roofers Apprenticeship...... 124 Transcripts...... 30

Running Start...... 18 Transfer of Credits...... 30 S Transfer Opportunities...... 8 Saint-Gobain Containers Apprenticeship...... 124 Tuition...... 17

Satisfactory Progress...... 26 Tuition Refund Policies...... 17

Scholarships...... 26 Tutoring...... 128

School Age Child Care...... 108 Types of Aid...... 26 School Calendar...... 9 V Seattle Public Utilities Water Pipe Veterans Programs ...... 27 Workers Apprenticeship...... 124 Veterinary Assistant...... 112 Significant Facts...... 7 Vice-President’s Honors List...... 31 Special Accommodations ...... 24 W Special Needs Student Services...... 23 Welcome to Renton Technical College...... 3 Standards of Progress...... 29 Welding...... 113 Stationary Engineers Apprenticeship...... 124 Welding, Basic...... 47 Student Handbook...... 29 Withdrawal...... 16 Student Housing & Transportation...... 23 Worker Retraining...... 26 Student Insurance...... 23 WorkFirst...... 27 Student Services...... 21 Work Study Programs ...... 26 Student Success Center...... 23

Student Success in Technical Programs/ESL...... 128

222 Renton Technical College Campus Guide

Main Campus * Off-Campus Center 3000 NE Fourth Street 3407 NE Second Street Renton, WA 98056-4195 Renton, WA 98056-4195 425.235.2352 425.235.2352

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A– McCormick D– Basic Studies H– BUSINESS J– De Moss L– ODEM Roofers Apprenticeship Center TECHNOLOGY • Dean, Technical Programs/Distance Carpenters Apprenticeship Welding • Dean, Basic Studies • Dean, Business Technology/ Education Construction Trades Prep • Director, Basic Studies General Education/Education and • Director, Financial Services B– Allied Health Human Services • Director, Human Resource M– Child Care • Dean, Allied Health Adult Basic Education (ABE) Child Care Center English as a Second Language (ESL) • Director, Instructional Development • Director, Nursing Improvement • Director, Information Services Sewing External Diploma Program (EDP) Security Office • Coordinator, UDL • Director, Student Success Center n Dental Assistant General Educational Development Conference Center (GED) Autodesk Training Center • Director, Plant Operations Licensed Practical Nurse Accounting Programs Business Office E– Houser Early Childhood Careers Massage Therapy Practitioner Bank Teller Human Resource Development Plant Maintenance (K1) Medical Assistant Heat and Frost Insulators/Asbestos Certified Office Professional Information Services Workers Apprenticeship Nursing Assistant Programs Instructor Resource Room OC– Off-Campus Ophthalmic Assistant Major Appliance and Refrigeration Computer Applications Center Technology Small Business Development Pharmacy Technician Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant Adult Basic Education (ABE) Plasterers Apprenticeship Center - Renton Surgical Technologist Medical Office Programs General Educational Development Student Success Center (GED) F– Anderson Nursing Lab Tele-Video Conference Center C– Technology • Dean , Trade & Industry and Registered Nurse Testing Center 1-3– Portables Resource Apprenticeship Sunrise Parent Co-op Center • Director, Construction Center Applications Developer • Director, Business Development/ of Excellence I– Roberts Campus Band Instrument Repair Technology Parking Areas Community Education Construction Center of Excellence Center Civil CADD P1 Staff Parking • Director, Library Basic Machining • Director, Admissions/Registration Computer Network Technology P2 Student Parking • Director, Research Construction Management • Director, Culinary Arts Computer Science P3 Student and and Development Computer Numerical Control • Director, Financial Aid Carpool Parking (Main Level) Machinists Apprenticeship • Director, Foundation Engineering Design Technology P4 Staff Parking Harry Blencoe Auditorium Multipurpose Science Lab • Director, Safety & Security Land Surveying P5 Staff Parking Open Computer Lab Precision Machining Technologies • Director, Workforce Development Medical Lab Technician P6 Registration/Short-term Visitor Shannon Parker Media Lab Parking (Upper Level) K– GRECO Paraeducator, located in the Renton G– Electrical Administration P7 Staff Parking Rotary Suite Mechanical • Custodial Manager P8 Student Parking Bookstore • Dean, Trade & Industry (Upper Level) P9 Student Parking Counseling Automotive Quad Classrooms (K3) Boeing Classroom Financial Aid P10 Staff Parking Autobody Repair and Refinishing P11 Student Parking Library Foundation (K1) P12 Student and Staff Parking McLendon Hardware Public Relations/PIO Automotive, Ford ASSET (K2) Conference Room Registration Automotive Service Technician/ITEC (Lower Level) (K4) Bakery Automotive Technology (K2, K4) Cafeteria Veterinary Assistant Catering Culinaire Express Culinaire Room Mailroom/Print Shop Culinary Arts Professional Baking

2008-2009 Catalog 223 www.RTC.edu Notes

224 Renton Technical College CAREER TRAINING AT RTC: RELEVANT. REALISTIC. RESPECTED. AUTOMOTIVE Autobody Repair & Refinishing, Automotive Service Technician/ITEC, Automotive/Ford ASSET and Automotive Technology.

BASIC STUDIES Adult Basic Education (ABE), General Education Degree (GED), External Diploma Program (EDP), andEnglish as a Second Language (ESL).

BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY Accounting Clerk, Accounting Paraprofessional, Accounting Specialist, Administrative Office Management, Practical Accounting for Small Business, Bank Teller, Basic Computer Applications, Certifice Office Professional, Computer Applications, Office Assistant/Receptionist, Legal Office Assistant, Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant, Supervision/Management, Medical Coding Specialist-Physician Based, Medical Receptionist, and Medical Reimbursment Specialist.

CONSTRUCTION Commercial Building Engineering, Construction Management, Computer-Aided Drafting, Engineering Design Technology, Industrial Engineering, Construction Trades Preparation, Land Surveying, Welding, Basic Welding and Apprenticeship opportunities.

CULINARY Culinary Arts, Professional Baking, Baking & Cooking Continuing Ed Classes, and Catering & Facility Rental

EDUCATION & HUMAN SERVICES Early Childhood Careers, Child Development Associate, Children with Special Needs, Management of Childcare Programs, Paraeducator/Bilingual Assistant, Language Interpreter and Cosmetology.

GENERAL EDUCATION Math, Oral & Written Communication, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Science.

HEALTH CARE Central Service Technician, Dental Assistant, Licensed Practical Nurse, Massage Therapy Practitioner, Medical Assistant, Medical Coding Specialist-Physician Based, Medical Laboratory Technican, Medical Receptionist, Medical Reimbursement Specialist, Nursing Assistant, Ophthalmic Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Phlebotomy Technician, Registerd Nurse Associate Degree, Surgical Technologist, and Veterinary Assistant.

MANUFACTURING & PRODUCT SERVICES Band Instrument Repair Technology, Electrical Plant Maintenance, Industrial Engineering, Major Appliance & Refrigeration Technology, Kitchen Major Appliance Technology, Laundry Major Appliance Technology, Refrigeration Technology, Precision Machining Technologies, Basic Machining, Computer Numerical Control, Welding, and Basic Welding.

TECHNOLOGY Applications Developer, Civil CADD, Computer-Aided Drafting, Computer Network Technology, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Electronic Service Technician, Engineering Design Technology, Land Surveying, and Technical Studies.

Programs are subject to change.

Renton Technical College 3000 NE Fourth Street Renton, WA 98056-4195 www.RTC.edu 425.235.2352