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2021-22 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Adult Basic Education

  
  • ABE 098 - HS Culminating Project

    2 Credits
    This course meets the Washington State high school completion requirement for graduation. Students will explore a topic of interest and complete one of the following: essay, oral presentation, service learning project. Students will create a High School and Beyond Plan.

    Instructor Permission Required Yes
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Designed to Serve Students enrolled in Highline’s High School Completion Program.
    Active Date 2014-09-03

    Grading System Credit/Non-Credit
    Continuous Enrollment Yes
    Class Limit 35
    Contact Hours: Lecture 0 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 70
    Total Contact Hours 70
    Degree Distributions:
    Course Outline
    Independent Study.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Demonstrate the ability to think analytically, logically and creatively and to integrate experience and knowledge to solve problems.

    2. Demonstrate mastery of English in a variety of ways, effectively and concisely.

    3. Apply learning in a real world way.

    4. Demonstrate career readiness.

  
  • ABE 099 - Jumpstart Support

    5 Credits
    This course is for students concurrently enrolled in Jumpstart Reading and Jumpstart Writing. The purpose of this course is to support student success in their Reading and Writing courses. Topics include study skills, college navigation, overview of American education system, career and degree exploration, and English reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.

    Instructor Permission Required Yes
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Designed to Serve Students who are concurrently enrolled in ABE 091 and ABE 091/093.
    Active Date 20200330T21:14:05

    Grading System Credit/Non-Credit
    Variable Credit Yes Range 1-5
    Class Limit 20
    Shared Learning Environment Yes
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    Course Outline
    Topics include study skills, college navigation, overview of American education system, career and degree exploration, and English reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Formulate a personal, academic and career plan, based on adviser consultation and pathway exploration.

    Properly communicate with college faculty and staff in email correspondence and CANVAS using professional format.

    Effectively devise a funding plan for college, based on completion of the college’s enrollment and application process.

    Effectively reflect on the benefits and drawbacks of attempted learning and college success skills and self-assess which habits will be useful for future college success practices.

    Manage academic and financial processes by effectively using college website tools that support one’s educational plan.

  
  • ABE P 002 - ESL Pre-Literate

    10 Credits
     

    Designed for adults who have little to no literacy in their native language and who have extremely limited proficiency in the English language. Integrates the instruction of listening, speaking, reading, writing and technology skills. ESL 1 is equivalent to CASAS scores 180 and below.


    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Designed to Serve  

    This course is designed to serve ESL students whose English proficiency is at the pre-literacy level.

    Active Date 20170809T16:41:38

    Grading System Credit/Non-Credit
    Range 5-12
    Continuous Enrollment Yes
    Class Limit 30
    Contact Hours: Lecture 110
    Total Contact Hours 110
    Degree Distributions:
    Course Outline
    1. Entrance assessment of existing skill level. 
    2. Introduction to and mastery of Level Pre-Literacy Exit criteria and SLOs through class assignments, small group work and lecture.
    3. Exit assessment of existing skill level. 


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Demonstrate the ability to speak with a partner following provided prompts

    Demonstrate the ability to speak clearly in front of class

    Demonstrate ability to read a variety of emergent level texts by completing comprehension activities

    Identify evidence within text to accurately answer questions

    Demonstrate emergent writer skills based on foundational conventions of written English


American Sign Language

  
  • ASL 291 - Special Studies

    1 Credits
    Exploration of deaf-blind community.

    Instructor Permission Required Yes
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Designed to Serve Students wishing to do extended studies into the Deaf-Blind community.
    Active Date 20201105T14:49:27

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Independent Study Yes
    Continuous Enrollment Yes
    Class Limit 9
    Contact Hours: Other 33
    Total Contact Hours 33
    Degree Distributions:
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    Students will fill out contract with instructor that specifies the objectives, the activities, the estimated work hours, the product and the method of evaluation for the proposed study. (contract forms are available in building 5 and in the Dean of Instructions office.)

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent project pertaining to ASL that conforms to given requirements.

  
  • ASL 292 - Special Studies

    2 Credits
    Exploration of deaf-blind community.

    Instructor Permission Required Yes
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Designed to Serve Students wishing to do extended studies into the Deaf-Blind community.
    Active Date 20201105T14:49:28

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Independent Study Yes
    Continuous Enrollment Yes
    Class Limit 9
    Contact Hours: Other 66
    Total Contact Hours 66
    Degree Distributions:
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    Students will fill out contract with instructor that specifies the objectives, the activities, the estimated work hours, the product and the method of evaluation for the proposed study. (contract forms are available in building 5 and in the Dean of Instructions office.)

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent project pertaining to ASL that conforms to given requirements.

  
  • ASL 293 - Special Studies

    3 Credits
    Exploration of deaf-blind community.

    Instructor Permission Required Yes
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Designed to Serve Students wishing to do extended studies into the Deaf-Blind community.
    Active Date 20201105T14:49:29

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Independent Study Yes
    Continuous Enrollment Yes
    Class Limit 9
    Contact Hours: Other 99
    Total Contact Hours 99
    Degree Distributions:
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    Students will fill out contract with instructor that specifies the objectives, the activities, the estimated work hours, the product and the method of evaluation for the proposed study. (contract forms are available in building 5 and in the Dean of Instructions office.)

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent project pertaining to ASL that conforms to given requirements.

  
  • ASL 294 - Special Studies

    4 Credits
    Exploration of deaf-blind community.

    Instructor Permission Required Yes
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Designed to Serve Students wishing to do extended studies into the Deaf-Blind community.
    Active Date 20201105T14:49:31

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Independent Study Yes
    Continuous Enrollment Yes
    Class Limit 9
    Contact Hours: Other 132
    Total Contact Hours 132
    Degree Distributions:
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    Students will fill out contract with instructor that specifies the objectives, the activities, the estimated work hours, the product and the method of evaluation for the proposed study. (contract forms are available in building 5 and in the Dean of Instructions office.)

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent project pertaining to ASL that conforms to given requirements.

  
  • ASL 295 - Special Studies

    5 Credits
    Exploration of deaf-blind community.

    Instructor Permission Required Yes
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Designed to Serve Students wishing to do extended studies into the Deaf-Blind community.
    Active Date 20201105T14:49:31

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Independent Study Yes
    Continuous Enrollment Yes
    Class Limit 9
    Contact Hours: Other 165
    Total Contact Hours 165
    Degree Distributions:
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    Students will fill out contract with instructor that specifies the objectives, the activities, the estimated work hours, the product and the method of evaluation for the proposed study. (contract forms are available in building 5 and in the Dean of Instructions office.)

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent project pertaining to ASL that conforms to given requirements.

  
  • ASL& 121 - American Sign Language I

    5 Credits
    ASL& 121 is a comprehensive beginning course in American Sign Language, which includes instruction and practice in expressive and receptive language skills and an introduction to the culture and history of the primary users of the language.

    Course Note Previously ASL 101.
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Fall Day, Evening
    Designed to Serve Transfer students who need to fulfill a language requirement. Students interested in languages and cultures.
    Active Date 20210211T14:42:31

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 25
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area I

    Course Outline
    • 400 core supplemental vocabulary
    • Manual alphabet, plus numbers 1-100
    • Parameters of signs
    • Sign glosses
    • Classifiers: pronominal, and size and shape specifiers
    • Lexicalized fingerspelling
    • Hand dominance
    • Personal, possessive and plural pronouns
    • Noun-verb pairs
    • Topicalized sentences, yes/no and wh questions
    • Signer’s perspective vs. real world orientation
    • ASL timeline and time-indicators
    • Spatial agreement and contrastive structures
    • American Deaf History, culture and education
    • Community contact hours


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Interpersonal. Express self in conversations and correspondence in American Sign Language to provide and obtain information, express feelings and emotions, and exchange opinions.

    Interpretive. Answer questions to demonstrate comprehension of live and recorded American Sign Language on a variety of topics.

    Presentational. Present information, concepts, and ideas in American Sign Language to an audience of viewers on a variety of topics.

    Cultural. Use culturally appropriate Language that demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between the practices, products and perspectives of American Deaf culture.

    Comparisons. Compare and contrast American Sign Language and culture with their own language and culture.

    Connections. Present and discuss concepts and information of other disciplines through American Sign Language.

    Connections. Present and discuss information and distinctive viewpoints that are only available through American Sign Language and Deaf culture.

    Communities.  Reflect on their participation in communities at home and abroad where American Sign Language is used.

  
  • ASL& 122 - American Sign Language II

    5 Credits
    ASL& 122 is a comprehensive, second level beginning course in American Sign Language, which includes instruction and practice in expressive and receptive language skills and continued cultural exploration.

    Pre-requisite(s) ASL& 121 min 1.5
    Course Note Previously ASL 102.
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Winter Day, Evening
    Designed to Serve Transfer students who need to fulfill a language requirement; students interested in languages and cultures.
    Active Date 20210211T14:42:31

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 25
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area I

    Course Outline
    • 400 core supplemental vocabulary additional to ASL& 121
    • Numbers 1-1 million
    • Money Basic Math Incorporate numbers into age, time, money and pronominal signs
    • Plain/non-directional verbs and inflecting/directional verbs
    • Object-subject-verb and subject-verb-object sentence structures
    • Rhetorical questions and conditional sentences
    • American Deaf history, culture and education
    • Community contact hours


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Interpersonal. Express self in conversations and correspondence in American Sign Language to provide and obtain information, express feelings and emotions, and exchange opinions.

    Interpretive. Answer questions to demonstrate comprehension of live and recorded American Sign Language on a variety of topics.

    Presentational. Present information, concepts, and ideas in American Sign Language to an audience of viewers on a variety of topics.

    Cultural. Use culturally appropriate Language that demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between the practices, products and perspectives of American Deaf culture.

    Comparisons. Compare and contrast American Sign Language and culture with their own language and culture.

    Connections. Present and discuss concepts and information of other disciplines through American Sign Language.

    Connections. Present and discuss information and distinctive viewpoints that are only available through American Sign Language and Deaf culture.

    Communities.  Reflect on their participation in communities at home and abroad where American Sign Language is used.

  
  • ASL& 123 - American Sign Language III

    5 Credits
    ASL& 123 is a comprehensive third level beginning course in American Sign Language, which includes instruction and practice in expressive and receptive language skills, continued cultural exploration and an introduction to the deaf-blind culture and community.

    Pre-requisite(s) ASL& 122 min 1.5
    Course Note Previously ASL 103.
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Fall Day, Online
    Winter Day, Online
    Spring Day, Online

    Designed to Serve Transfer students who need to fulfill a language requirement; students needing Humanities distribution credits; students interested in languages and cultures.
    Active Date 20210211T14:42:32

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 25
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area I

    Course Outline
    • 400 core supplemental vocabulary additional to ASL& 121 and 122
    • Common idioms and expressions
    • Inflect sign intensity and character
    • Temporal and distributional aspects
    • Conjunctions and relative clauses
    • American Deaf history, culture and education
    • History of Ushers Syndrome Deaf-Blindness in the U.S.
    • Community contact hours with Deaf/Deaf-Blind communities


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Interpersonal. Express self in conversations and correspondence in American Sign Language to provide and obtain information, express feelings and emotions, and exchange opinions.

    Interpretive. Answer questions to demonstrate comprehension of live and recorded American Sign Language on a variety of topics.

    Presentational. Present information, concepts, and ideas in American Sign Language to an audience of viewers on a variety of topics.

    Cultural. Use culturally appropriate Language that demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between the practices, products and perspectives of American Deaf culture.

    Comparisons. Compare and contrast American Sign Language and culture with their own language and culture.

    Connections. Present and discuss concepts and information of other disciplines through American Sign Language.

    Connections. Present and discuss information and distinctive viewpoints that are only available through American Sign Language and Deaf culture.

    Communities.  Reflect on their participation in communities at home and abroad where American Sign Language is used.


Anthropology

  
  • ANTH& 100 - Survey of Anthropology

    5 Credits
    Teaches various aspects of the human species, including evolutionary and cultural adaptation and diversity, prehistoric cultures and linguistics.

    Course Note Previously ANTHR 100.
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day
    Fall Day, Online
    Winter Day, Online
    Spring Day, Online

    Designed to Serve College transfer students interested in holistic examination of humankind across space and over time.
    Active Date 20200303T13:40:27

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 38
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Diversity & Globalism
    • Social Science Area II

    Course Outline
    1) Nature and scope of anthropology 2) Human biology as adaption: heredity, variation, population genetics and evolutionary mechanisms 3) Primate evolution & behavior 4) Material culture: archaeological theory & methods 5) Sociocultural adaptions and conceptual frameworks for understanding them 6) Contemporary societies 7) Theories of culture change and the future

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Effectively articulate the cultural erosion of people in the present day as well the cultural heritage of past societies.

    Accurately identify core terminology and concepts in the four subfields of Anthropology.

    Discover latitude of acceptance for various cross-cultural gender-based and non-heterosexual lifesytles.

    Explain gender inequality in several societies around the world.

    Effectively explain modern human physical variation within the context of evolutionary theory.

  
  • ANTH& 104 - World Prehistory

    5 Credits
    Surveys human prehistory from just prior to domestication of plants and animals through the emergence of early civilizations. Special emphasis on the manner in which this information is obtained from the archaeological record. Discusses Mesopotamia, China, Egypt, Indus Valley, sub-Saharan Africa, and other Old World cultures; Oceania; Peru, Mesoamerica, and other New World cultures.

    Course Note Previously ANTHR 105.
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Fall Day
    Designed to Serve Students interested in origins and evolution of cultures around the world.
    Active Date 20200303T13:40:41

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 38
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Social Science Area II

    Course Outline
    Evolution and Description of Old World Cultures from the Origin of Agriculture through Ancient Civilizations Evolution and Description of New World and Pacific Cultures from the Origin of Agriculture through Ancient Civilizations

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Summarize and articulate the cultural evolution of humans throughout the inhabited world.

    Describe and compare the cultural diversity of past societies.

    Effectively identify and articulate patterns of culture change from the transition of foraging societies to the advent of civilizations.

  
  • ANTH& 204 - Archaeology

    5 Credits
    Studies the various ways in which archaeologists interpret material remains. Examines a variety of interdisciplinary approaches which are utilized in the attempt to reconstruct past life, events, and cultures. Explores the historical development of archaeology and related disciplines in order to assess their explanatory potential and limitations.

    Course Note Previously ANTHR 220.
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Spring Day

    Designed to Serve College transfer students interested in the methods of retrieving information concerning past human societies.
    Active Date 20200303T13:40:44

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 38
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Social Science Area II

    Course Outline
    Review of the history and development of the field of archaeology Methods and procedures for the conducting of background research, survey, and testing design of archaeological sites Material recovery and processing techniques from an archaeological site Quantitative analysis of material recovered from an archaeological site Dating techniques relevant to archaeological sites Multidisciplinary approach of archaeology

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Effectively identify and explain the strengths and limitations of methods utilized to reconstruct or otherwise interpret the past.

    Describe where and how to set up an archaeological site.

    Produce quality technical reports based on sorting and analysis of archaeological material.

    Effectively collaborate with other group members in myriad capacities based on various project tasks.

  
  • ANTH& 205 - Biological Anthropology

    5 Credits
    Examines the history and theories of evolution. Discusses the causes and distribution of human physical variation, the concept of race, and racism in science. Presents the subfield of Forensic Anthropology or the analysis of human remains. Examines the anatomical and behavioral differences and similarities of non-human primates and humans. Traces the fossil record of the earliest species of primates, prosimians, monkeys, apes, and humans.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day
    Fall Day, Online
    Winter Day
    Spring Day

    Designed to Serve General student (non-major) as well as students needing credits in the biological sciences.
    Active Date 20200303T13:40:45

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 38
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Science

    Course Outline
    History and Theory of Evolution - Pre-Darwinian Notions of Biological Variation - Development of Modern Biological & Earth Sciences - Taxonomy - Lamarckian Evolution - Charles Darwin - Natural, Sexual, & Artificial Selection - Genetics - Population Genetics Human Variation - Human Polymorphisms - Racism in Science - Concept of Race - Morphological Variation in Humans Forensic Anthropology - Methods & Procedures Primates - Anatomical & Behavioral Traits of Prosimians, Monkeys, Apes, & Humans Paleoanthropology - Primate Evolution - Early Hominids - Modern Humans

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Explain the human fossil record and biological diversity based on the process of evolution.

    Effectively articulate how prejudice and other forms of bias have influenced the field of Biological Anthropology in the past.

    Accurately assess human remains in a forensic context.

    Dicsuss the concept of race as a social construct as opposed to being biologically valid.

    Expalin the behavioral and anatomical similarities and differences among the various taxonomic groups of primates as well as their geographical distributions.

  
  • ANTH& 206 - Cultural Anthropology

    5 Credits
    Introduces theories and methods used to understand the cultures and societies of non-Western and Western peoples. Comparative emphasis includes examination of political, religious, kinship and language systems.

    Course Note Previously ANTHR 202.
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Fall Day, Online
    Winter Online
    Spring Day, Online

    Designed to Serve College transfer students interested in holistic examination of cultural diversity of various societies from around the world.
    Active Date 20200303T13:40:47

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 38
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Diversity & Globalism
    • Social Science Area II

    ProfTech Related Instruction
    • Human Relations


    Course Outline
    The nature of cultural anthropology: history, methodology, subdisciplines The nature of culture: definitions, acquisition, characteristics, functions, adaptation, and change Language and communication: structure, use, change Subsistence strategies: environmental adaptation, food acquisition Kinship and marriage: kin groups and terminology, marriage customs, residence patterns,; gender relationships Social organization: social groups, stratification based on gender, race & ethnicity Economic systems: production, distribution and consumption Political organization & societal control: political groups, leadership, dominant-subordinate relationships Religion: functions, belief systems, organization, ritual Modernization and change: modes of change (colonialism, tourism, urbanization, technology, world markets) Applied anthropology: medical anthropology, public policy, advocacy

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Describe cultures in a non-value-laden context.

    Apply ciritcal reasoning in ethical scenarios related to Cultural Anthropology.

    Effectively conduct a group presentation on the impact of climate change that includes credible ethnographic research.

    Discover latitude of acceptance for various cross-cultural gender-based and non-heterosexual lifestyles.

    Explain gender inequality in many societies around the world.

  
  • ANTH& 207 - Linguistic Anthropology

    5 Credits
    Explores language in its social context, language structure and change, and intercultural explorations.

    Course Note Previously ANTHR 210.
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Winter Online
    Designed to Serve Transfer students, social science majors, future teachers.
    Active Date 20200303T13:40:48

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 38
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Social Science Area II

    Course Outline
    • Language and its structure and analysis
    • Language and the brain
    • Sociolinguistics
    • Intercultural contact and communication
    • Non-human communication systems
    • Language evolution
    • Language development in children
    • Dialectical diversity
    • Language change and extinction


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Analyze and compare various language stuructures.

    Identify linguistic characteristics of language groups and cultures.

    Describe the influence of power relationships on language policies and language groups.

    Idenitfy the causes of intra- and intercultural miscommunication.

    Identify the causes and extent of language extinction.

  
  • ANTHR 291 - Independent Study

    1 Credits
    Complete an independent study project developed by the student and instructor in an area approved by the instructor.

    Instructor Permission Required Yes
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Designed to Serve Any student who wishes to participate in a personal study of an anthropological subject that is not specifically offered through our curriculum.
    Active Date 20201105T14:49:22

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Independent Study Yes
    Continuous Enrollment Yes
    Class Limit 99
    Contact Hours: Other 33
    Total Contact Hours 33
    Degree Distributions:
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    • Student/Instructor discussion determining appropriateness of the student pursuing an independent project
    • Student prepared outline of area(s) to be covered in student project
    • Acceptance of outline by instructor and time period established for project to be completed
    • Student completing agreed upon program
    • Evaluation of project by instructor


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent anthropology project that conforms to given requirements.

  
  • ANTHR 292 - Independent Study

    2 Credits
    Complete an independent study project developed by the student and instructor in an area approved by the instructor.

    Instructor Permission Required Yes
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Designed to Serve Any student who wishes to participate in a personal study of an anthropological subject that is not specifically offered through our curriculum.
    Active Date 20201105T14:49:22

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Independent Study Yes
    Continuous Enrollment Yes
    Class Limit 99
    Contact Hours: Other 66
    Total Contact Hours 66
    Degree Distributions:
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    • Student/Instructor discussion determining appropriateness of the student pursuing an independent project
    • Student prepared outline of area(s) to be covered in student project
    • Acceptance of outline by instructor and time period established for project to be completed
    • Student completing agreed upon program
    • Evaluation of project by instructor


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent anthropology project that conforms to given requirements.

  
  • ANTHR 295 - Independent Study

    5 Credits
    Complete an independent study project developed by the student and the instructor in an area approved by the instructor.

    Instructor Permission Required Yes
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day
    Designed to Serve Any student who wishes to participate in a personal study of an anthropological subject that is not specifically offered through our curriculum.
    Active Date 20201105T14:49:23

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Independent Study Yes
    Continuous Enrollment Yes
    Class Limit 99
    Contact Hours: Other 165
    Total Contact Hours 165
    Degree Distributions:
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    • Student/Instructor discussion determining appropriateness of the student pursing an independent project
    • Student prepared outline of area(s) to be covered in student project
    • Acceptance of outline by instructor and time period established for project to be completed
    • Student completing agreed upon program
    • Evaluation of project by instructor


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent anthropology project that conforms to given requirements.


Arabic

  
  • ARAB 121 - Elementary Arabic

    5 Credits
    A comprehensive beginning Arabic course, which includes instruction and practice in all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. The class will be conducted almost exclusively in Arabic.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Fall Online
    Designed to Serve Transfer students who need to fulfill a language requirement; students interested in Arabic language and culture.
    Active Date 20210211T14:42:26

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 25
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area I

    Course Outline
    • Arabic alphabet 
    • Pronunciation/sound systems  
    • Basic vocabulary: 
    • Common daily greetings/ introductions (formal/ informal)  
    • Arabic names/ family members
    • Responding to simple questions 
    • Grammar: 
    • Gender (masc/femn), noun, adjective phrases, plural forms (non-human plural) 
    • Subject pronoun
    • Define article
    • Nominal sentences
    • Asking questions
    • Possessive pronouns
    • Introduction to present tense
    • Introduction to Arabic cultures/ Arab World/ Arabic Dialects.


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Interpersonal. Express self in conversations on very familiar topics, using a variety of words, phrases, simple sentences, and questions that have been highly practiced and memorized.

    Interpretive. Answer questions and articulate the meaning of the main idea from simple, highly predictable oral, or written texts, with strong visual support.

    Presentational. Present information in front of an audience on very familiar topics, using a variety of words, phrases and sentences that have been practiced and memorized.

    Cultural. Use culturally appropriate gestures and formulaic expressions in highly practiced applications for interpersonal written and oral communication.

    Comparisons. Compare and contrast own culture and language to derive meaning from visual or written texts.

    Connections. Present and discuss concepts and information of other disciplines through the Arabic language.

    Communities. Participate in communities at home and abroad in Arabic.

  
  • ARAB 122 - Elementary Arabic

    5 Credits
    A comprehensive beginning Arabic course, which includes instruction and practice in all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. The class will be conducted almost exclusively in Arabic.

    Pre-requisite(s) ARAB 121 with min 1.5
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Winter Day
    Designed to Serve Transfer students who need to fulfill a language requirement; students interested in languages interested in languages and cultures.
    Active Date 20200401T13:21:21

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 25
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area I

    Course Outline
    • Pronunciation
    • Vocabulary
    • Numbers
    • Grammar:
      • Adverbs-Idaafa (construct phrase) - Present tense (negation)
      • Demonstrative particles-Interrogative words
      • Al-Masdar
      • Use of prepositions with pronouns
      • Verb sentence
      • Noun-Adjective phrase - Fronted predicate
      • Past tense (negation)
      • Dual Form
    • Culture and diversity of the Arab World


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Interpersonal. Express self in conversations on very familiar topics, using a variety of words, phrases, simple sentences, and questions that have been highly practiced and memorized.

    Interpretive. Answer questions and articulate the meaning of the main idea from simple, highly predictable oral, or written texts, with strong visual support.

    Presentational. Present information in front of an audience on very familiar topics, using a variety of words, phrases and sentences that have been practiced and memorized.

    Cultural. Use culturally appropriate gestures and formulaic expressions in highly practiced applications for interpersonal written and oral communication.

    Comparisons. Compare and contrast own culture and language to derive meaning from visual or written texts.

    Connections. Present and discuss concepts and information of other disciplines through the Arabic language.

    Communities. Participate in communities at home and abroad in Arabic.

  
  • ARAB 123 - Elementary Arabic

    5 Credits
    A comprehensive beginning Arabic course, which includes instruction and practice in all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. The class will be conducted almost exclusively in Arabic.

    Pre-requisite(s) ARAB 122 with min 1.5
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Designed to Serve Transfer students who need to fulfill a language requirement; students needing Humanities distribution credits; students interested in languages interested in languages and cultures.
    Active Date 20210211T14:42:30

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 25
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area I

    Course Outline
    • Pronunciation
    • Vocabulary
    • Time 
    • Ordinals numbers 
    • Arabic Dictionary
    • Grammar: 
      • Root and pattern
      • Negation (use of Laysa)
      • Object pronouns
      • The superlative
      • Future tense (negation)
      • Quantifiers
      • Subject-verb agreement
      • Dual Form 
    • The culture and diversity of Arabic cultures


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Interpersonal. Express self in conversations on very familiar topics, using a variety of words, phrases, simple sentences, and questions that have been highly practiced and memorized.

    Interpretive. Answer questions and articulate the meaning of the main idea from simple, highly predictable oral, or written texts, with strong visual support.

    Presentational. Present information in front of an audience on very familiar topics, using a variety of words, phrases and sentences that have been practiced and memorized.

    Cultural. Use culturally appropriate gestures and formulaic expressions in highly practiced applications for interpersonal written and oral communication.

    Comparisons. Compare and contrast own culture and language to derive meaning from visual or written texts.

    Connections. Present and discuss concepts and information of other disciplines through the Arabic language.

    Communities. Participate in communities at home and abroad in Arabic.


Art

  
  • ART 101 - Design I: Two Dimensional

    5 Credits
    The intent of this course is to provide students with an introduction to the fundamentals of two-dimensional design. Emphasis will be placed on the elements and principles of two-dimensional design and their use as the building blocks of visual literacy. Through lectures and hands-on assignments, students will gain an understanding of the concepts, vocabulary and skills needed to facilitate their understanding of visual organization. Through the critique process students will have the opportunity to evaluate and analyze their work and the work of others.

    FeesAF

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day
    Fall Day
    Winter Day
    Spring Day

    Designed to Serve Designed to serve as a foundational course for students in Art, Visual Communication, Drafting Design and Interior Design as well as the general student population.
    Active Date 20210403T10:07:46

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 25
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Course Outline
    • Design Vocabulary 
    • Elements and principles of design
    • Composition 
    • Color Theory: 
      • Color communication
      • Color wheel
      • Color schemes
    • Design Process
    • Copyright law, plagiarism and ethics
    • Present and critique


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Demonstrate the use of elements and principles in two-dimensional design

    Choose and utilize colors effectively in design projects based on color theory


    Produce original art forms that exhibit development of design process methodologies


    Critique original artwork using proper design vocabulary

  
  • ART 102 - Design II: Three Dimensional

    5 Credits
    Application and study of the fundamental elements and principles of design as they specifically apply to 3-D form and space. Emphasis on the relationships and differences between 2- and 3-D design.

    Pre-requisite(s) ART 101 min. 1.0
    FeesAF

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Designed to Serve All students
    Active Date 20210311T08:49:52

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 25
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Course Outline
    • General course instruction will be facilitated through hands-on projects supported by a lecture program. 
    • Early explorations will include the transformation of structural objects and human-made objects. Options include fold, pierce, bend, stretch fibers; saw, drill, carve wood; bend, cut, drill, twist, a sheet of metal.   
    • The student will have experience in translating two-dimensional hand drawn design into a three-dimensional object.
    • Students will gain experience in designing an environmental sculpture. Options include constructing a model for a large-scale environmental sculpture and designing a concept for a water sculpture.


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Demonstrate ability to define three-dimensional design and distinguish it from two-dimensional design.

    Apply elements and principles of design to three-dimensional form and space.

    Synthesize and apply elements and principles of design in three-dimensional projects relating to architecture, Industrial design, Interior design, landscape design, and sculpture.

  
  • ART 103 - Design III: Mixed Media

    5 Credits
    A hands-on course that will integrate studio skills of photography, sculpture, painting, drawing and ceramics.

    FeesAF

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Designed to Serve All students
    Active Date 20201208T18:00:00

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 25
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Course Outline
    Basic introductions to a variety of media, such as photography, sculpting, painting, drawing, casting, bonding (ie. welding, gluing and mechanical attachment). Students will undertake mixed media projects. Slide lectures and skills demonstrations will support and explore implications for mixed media designs.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Demonstrate ability to use a variety of media (e.g., photography, sculpture, painting, drawing, casting and bonding)

    Demonstrate ability to integrate a variety of materials and media in the solution of various three dimensional design problems.

  
  • ART 105 - Introduction to Color

    5 Credits
    Exploration of color, including visualization, basic color theory and the use of color to define relationships.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered





    Designed to Serve All students
    Active Date 2011-07-06

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 25
    Contact Hours: Lecture 33 Lab 44 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 77
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Course Outline
    Introduction to color: Basic color physics, uses of color Basic paint handling: Sill acquisition through media exploration (exercises) Basic color mixing: Munsell Color wheel (two temperature system) and corresponding value scale (exercises) Color mixing: Color matching (exercises) Perception of color: Simultaneous contrast, after-image, spreading effect, optical color mixing (exercises) Exploration of color harmonies as used in both fine and applied art fields (exercises) Color and form A. Color temperature and the modeling of 2-dimensional B. Color intensity, temperature and value: Interaction of chromatic and achromatic tonal-value scales and their interaction with pure hue: exploration of hyperbolic illusion through color (completed design) Spatial effects of color: A. Shallow space and œpush-pull color theory as applied to interlocking shapes (completed design) B. Deep space (completed design)

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Demonstrate understanding of basic color physics and uses of color

    Demonstrate an ability to work with paint and mix color.

    Demonstrate understanding of perception, intensity, temperature, value, and spatial effects with respect to color.

  
  • ART 110 - Drawing I: Beginning Drawing

    5 Credits
    Introduction to materials and techniques as applied to drawing from still-life objects and the study of the compositional elements and principles of art as they apply to a variety of drawing media.

    FeesAF

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day, Evening
    Fall Day
    Winter Day
    Spring Day

    Designed to Serve All students
    Active Date 20210403T10:07:33

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 25
    Shared Learning Environment Yes
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Course Outline

    • Line/study of contour and spatial description.
    • Proportion.
    • Perspective and measurement.
    • Inherent structure of objects and the study of form and space.
    • Light and shade and other value in light exploration.
    • Scale manipulation.
    • Composition involving multiple objects and their inter-relationships.
    • Exploration of non-objective compositional ideas.


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Demonstrates proper proportion and scale in relationships as taken from still-life objects.

    Depict objects in space.

    Define spatial relationships through light and shade.

    Demonstrate basic lineal perspective.

    Analyze structure of given objects.

    Demonstrate basic elements and principles of composition.

  
  • ART 111 - Drawing II: Composition

    5 Credits
    Progressive drawings composed of line, shape, value-tone and pattern taken from still-life materials. Continued study of the compositional elements and principles of spatial organization in a wide variety of drawing media.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered





    Designed to Serve Art transfer, vocational and continuing education students.
    Active Date 2011-07-06

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 25
    Shared Learning Environment Yes
    Contact Hours: Lecture 33 Lab 44 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 77
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Course Outline
    1. Line drawings from still-life composition a. Non-spatial lineal organization. b. Spatial � description of line as movement in space. 2. Restricted value (tone) definition of shapes taken from still life (volume) 3. Redistribution of value (tone) relationships. 4. Static composition: close value, stable shapes. 5. Dynamic composition: high contrast value, active shapes. 6. Composition with static and dynamic balance. 7. Composition with pattern versus mass relationships. 8. Equivocal shapes composition.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Demonstrate an awareness of spatial relationships expressed by objects in space (figure and ground).

    Demonstrate the skillful use of line as description, movement and expression.

    Demonstrate understanding of the process of abstraction through scale manipulation.

    Demonstrate understanding of use of value (tone) relationship expressed by objects in space (figure and ground).

    Develop drawings which possess qualities of content, concept, and individual interpretation.

    Execute structure through pattern and motif to achieve compositional unity.

  
  • ART 112 - Figure Drawing

    5 Credits
    Draw from the posed model using line relationships of figure to environment and fundamentals of composition.

    FeesAE

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Fall Day
    Winter Day
    Spring Day

    Designed to Serve All students.
    Active Date 20210403T10:07:34

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 25
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Course Outline
    • The human figure as mobile form Gesture drawing.
    • Representation of the human form through line: sustained poses.
    • Proportion of foreshortening and seeing relationship of parts to the whole.
    • Depiction of the human form through the use of value.
    • Relationship of human figure to environment.
    • Value structure in drawing:
      • Compositional use of value
      • Spatial relationship through the use of value
      • Figure/ground relationships
    • Process exploration: 
      •  Dry vs. wet media
      • Collage using source drawings
    • Weekly homework assignments as related to concepts presented in class.


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Create basic renderings from the posed figure.

    Demonstrate basic human anatomy as it applies to drawing the figure.

    Demonstrate basic anatomical forms in a figure drawing.

    Combine figure with an environment (composition) at beginning level

  
  • ART 113 - Portrait Drawing

    5 Credits
    Advanced class focuses on portraits, clothed figures and self-portraits. Students will develop their grasp of fundamental concepts and techniques of modeling light and shadow, proportion, color and composition. Learn to apply detail, color, placement and distortion to achieve expressive qualities of mood and emotion.

    FeesAF

    Quarters Typically Offered





    Designed to Serve All students
    Active Date 2011-07-25

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 28
    Contact Hours: Lecture 33 Lab 44 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 77
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Course Outline
    1. Analysis of anatomy and proportion. 2. Painting 3. Color and pastels. 4. Distortion as a means of expression. Group and individual critiques are conducted.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Use black/white and color media

    Use fundamental techniques of modeling light and shadow, proportion and structure.

    Demonstrate understanding of the anatomy and proportions of the face.

    Apply color detail, placement, composition, and distortion to achieve expressive qualities of mood and emotion

  
  • ART 114 - Figure Sculpture I

    5 Credits
    Working from the posed model students will sculpt the whole human figure. Through the study of anatomy, students will gain an understanding of the human form through the traditional practice of hands on sculpting. This course will help students who are looking to move into character animation and traditional fine arts. A tactile understanding of the human form will support students in all medical fields. Students will have portfolio quality pieces upon completion. 

    FeesAE

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Fall Day
    Winter Day
    Spring Day

    Designed to Serve All students
    Active Date 20200330T21:14:15

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Course Outline

    • Overview of class and Foot Structure
    • Build an armature and apply clay working from the live model for the remainder of the quarter
    • Leg structure
    • Skeleton structure
    • Torso structure
    • Arm structure
    • Hand structure
    • Work on final project for the remainder of the quarter


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Accurately demonstrate human form through hands on projects

    Accurately Demonstrate the components of muscular and skeletal structure in sculpted form.

    Design and sculpt a creature/character from imagination that correctly interprets the function of human anatomy.

  
  • ART 115 - FIGURE DRAWING II

    5 Credits
    Intermediate life drawing.

    Course Note Figure Drawing I recommended.
    FeesAF

    Quarters Typically Offered





    Designed to Serve All students.
    Active Date 2015-04-17

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 25
    Contact Hours: Lecture 33 Lab 44 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 77
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Course Outline
    Begin with exploratory gestural line drawing and contour drawing from life models, short poses, quick gestural technique. Extend drawing to longer poses with concentration on proportion, volume and structure. Add basic tonal studies with charcoal and conte.
    Weekly critiques and notebook critique.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Make intermediate renderings from the posed figure.

    Demonstrate intermediate understanding of human anatomy as it applies to drawing the figure.

    Demonstrate intermediate understanding of anatomical forms

    Combine figure with an environment (composition) at intermediate level

  
  • ART 120 - Introduction to Art History

    5 Credits
    Studies the development of visual art from the Paleolithic to early Christian art of Western civilization. Designed to develop the awareness and understanding of the basic language of art in context of differing styles in art history and to give an introduction to the subject matter of broad areas to the history of art as humanistic study.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered

    Fall Day

    Spring Day

    Designed to Serve All students.
    Active Date 2011-07-25

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 38
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Course Outline
    1. The Artist™s Profession: nature of creativity, artist in Antiquity, women artists 2. Art and a Matter of Life and Death: cave art, Egyptian Tomb art, tribal art 3. Images of gods: Apollo, Buddha, Christ 4. Religious architecture: Parthenon, cathedral structure, Romanesque, Greek 5. The Sacred Book: manuscripts, miniatures 6. 15th century Flemish art: synthesis of Heaven and Earth 7. 15th century Italian Art: nudity, perspective, religious, and secular philosophies 8. Michelangelo: musculature, Sistine Chapel 9. 16th and 17th Century Art: art for popular taste, flesh and spirit 10. Baroque Secular Art: food and drink, games and music 11. Rembrandt: spiritual art, meditations on death, landscapes, anatomical science 12. Images of authority: king as deity, warrior kings, imperial portraits 13. Architecture of authority: gateways, civic structure, palaces, capitol building 14. 19th Century Art: artists as political critic, social crises, ethic of modern art 15. Art and Nature: landscapes, sculpture and nature 16. The portrait in painting: sculpture and nature 17. The figure in modern sculpture: pre WWI, post WWII 18. Picasso: Guernica, Crucifixion 19. Imaginative Art: literary and artistic sources, limits of reason 20. Abstract Art: simple forms

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Identify selected masterpieces of art and architecture in primarily the Western tradition from ancient to twenty-first century.

    Identify and describe major art periods and representative works

    Analyze and interpret works of art

  
  • ART 128 - History of Design

    5 Credits
    The course gives students and understanding of specific design proponents, movements and historical trajectories relevant to architecture and furniture design. The course draws upon the historical lineage and identifies the predominant civilizations throughout history and the contributions they have made to architecture and furniture design. This survey course traces the dominant furniture paradigms and historical shifts that have occurred from Greek and Roman Design through the 20th century.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Online
    Designed to Serve Students who are interested in learning contributions and influences of historical styles on present day. Interior Design Students
    Active Date 20210403T10:07:35

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Shared Learning Environment Yes
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II

    Course Outline
    • Historical overview and review
    • Background, periods, historical development, geography and examples of art:
      • Greece and Rome
      • Early Christian, Byzantine and Romanesque
      • Later middle ages
      • Islamic Design
      • Asian Design
      • Renaissance
      • Baroque
      • Rococo
      • Georgian
      • Colonial and Federal
      • Regency, Revivals and Industrial Revolution
      • Victorian Era
      • Aesthetic Movements
      • Eclecticism
      • Modernism
      • Art Deco and Industrial design
      • Contemporary design


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Identify names of furniture, architecture, and who designed them.

    Identify characteristics of period furniture & architecture

    Articulate the major influences and developments in design and technology

    Analyze and be able to articulate the aesthetic attitudes & design philosophies of the designers and makers of historic furniture.

  
  • ART 135 - Drawing for Illustration I

    5 Credits
    Professional illustrators create visual images for advertising, design, retail, fashion, packaging, medical, scientific, publishing, editorial, digital, motion graphic to name a few. Illustrators create visually striking images with their ability to solve problems. This course will give you an introduction of fundamental techniques and overview of different types of illustration used in industry, contemporary and historical. Students will learn to design creative invented imagery, using various materials, references and freehand techniques.  

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered





    Designed to Serve Designers and illustrtors, Visual Communications majors, and Art majors
    Active Date 20170731T09:57:00

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    PLA Eligible Yes

    Course Outline

    ·         I) Freehand Contour Drawing

    ·         II) Freehand Drawing in Form and Value

    ·         III) Freehand Sketching Techniques

    ·         IV) Historical Illustration Research References

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Develop freehand contour drawings, freehand form and value drawings and freehand sketching techniques.

    Develop drawing techniques using graphite, pen, ink, collage, colored pencil and scratch-board

    Depict 3D objects in 2D format

    Design thumbnail (concept) sketches to communicate ideas

    Produce a report of a well know illustrator to demonstrate comprehension of industry standards


    Create finished rendered drawings for Portfolio

  
  • ART 147 - Introduction to Digital Photography

    5 Credits


    This class will emphasis the steps to create beautiful and interesting photos. Students will learn the fundamentals of exposure and composition, as well as the digital photography workflow using Adobe Lightroom.



    Course Note Previously PRINT 148.
    FeesAD CF

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day
    Fall Day, Evening
    Winter Day, Evening
    Spring Day, Evening

    Designed to Serve Students interested in artistic and commercial uses of digital photography. VICOM and Multimedia students
    Active Date 20200330T21:14:22

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA

    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Course Outline
    • Exposure (Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO)
    • White Balance, Exposure Compensation, Image File Formats
    • Camera Types and Properties of Each
    • Properties of Light
    • Composition
    • Organizing Photos in Adobe Lightroom
    • Editing Photos in Adobe Lightroom
    • Photo Critiques
    • Artificial Light, Light Modifiers
    • Resolution


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Produce images that exhibit evidence of appropriate elements of exposure.

    Communicate effectively using appropriate vocabulary for discussing, evaluating and critiquing photographs.

    Execute proper basic digital photography workflow.

    Produce images that exhibit of the properties of light.

    Produce images that exhibit appropriate use of compositional elements

  
  • ART 148 - Professional Digital Photography

    5 Credits


    Learn the fundamentals of professional digital photography. This class will focus on portrait and flash photography techniques as well as business principles of professional photography.



    Course Note Students must have a camera with manual exposure controls for aperture, shutter speed, ISO.
    FeesAD CF

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Fall Day
    Winter Day
    Spring Day

    Designed to Serve All students interested in digital photography in an artistic and/or commercial context.
    Active Date 20200330T21:14:23

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA

    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Transferable Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    • Exposure (Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO)
    • Manual Camera Control
    • Composition Techniques and Theory
    • Flash Photography Concepts and Techniques
    • Portrait Photography
    • Photography Business Basics
    • Organizing Photos in Adobe Lightroom
    • Editing Photos in Adobe Lightroom
    • Advanced Photo Editing in Adobe Lightroom



    Student Learning Outcomes
    Produce images using manual exposure control camera that exhibits evidence of appropriate use of elements of exposure.

    Produce images using manual exposure control camera that exhibits evidence of effective use of natural and artificial light.

    Communicate effectively using appropriate vocabulary for discussing, evaluating and critiquing photographs.

    Execute proper basic digital photography workflow.

    Develop appropriate vocabulary for discussing, evaluating and critiquing photographs.

    Develop a basic marketing plan for freelance photography work.

  
  • ART 149 - Composition & Story Telling With Digital Photography

    5 Credits
    This class will focus on creating photos with emotion that tell stories. Students will learn the fundamentals of exposure and advanced composition techniques, as well as advanced digital photography workflow practices using photo-editing software. Students will be required to have their own digital camera with manual exposure controls and interchangeable lenses.

    FeesAD CF

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Fall Day
    Winter Day
    Spring Day

    Designed to Serve Multimedia Students, VICOM Students and students interested in photography.
    Active Date 20200330T21:14:23

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Transferable Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    • Exposure (Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO)
    • White Balance, Exposure Compensation, Image File Formats
    • Camera Types and Properties of Each
    • Properties of Light
    • Composition
    • Elements of Story in Photography
    • Organizing Photos in photo-editing software
    • Editing Photos in photo-editing software
    • Photo Critiques
    • Artificial Light, Light Modifiers
    • Resolution


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Produce images that exhibit evidence of appropriate elements of exposure.

    Produce images that exhibit appropriate use of compositional  and story telling elements.

    Communicate effectively using appropriate vocabulary for discussing, evaluating and critiquing photographs.

    Execute proper basic and advanced digital photography workflow.

    Produce images that exhibit the properties of light.

  
  • ART 150 - Painting I

    5 Credits
    As an introductory course in painting, students will employ the elements of descriptive painting developed from the Renaissance to the present. Students will learn how to develop a painting and acquire a self-critical painting methodology.

    FeesAF

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Fall Day
    Winter Day
    Spring Day

    Designed to Serve All students
    Active Date 20210403T10:07:35

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 25
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Course Outline
    Students will make several paintings. Each assignment will focus on a different set of descriptive problems.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Demonstrate a basic level of painting with different tools and materials.

    Produce paintings from a variety of subject matters: still life, model, cityscape, landscape, reference, imagination at basic level

    Sensitively apply in paintings the visual elements of line, shape, light and shadow, colour, texture, space and motion at basic level

    Sensitively apply in paintings the design principles of balance, rhythm, dominance, contrast, variation, and unity to painting projects at basic level

  
  • ART 151 - Painting II

    5 Credits
    Intermediate painting with emphasis on the use of color, composition, imagery and painting process in oil or acrylic media.

    Pre-requisite(s) ART 150 with min. 1.0
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Designed to Serve All students
    Active Date 20210311T08:49:53

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Course Outline
    • A semi-abstract painting taken from life (still or otherwise) which encompasses strong compositional solution as to the format (canvas) itself.
    • An expressionistic painting, one principally, with the painting knife or heavy impasto technique.
    • An impressionistic work involving complementary color effects with composition emphasis.
    • A non-objective work in mixed media to include: painting, drawing and collage.


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Use various painting materials and tools at intermediate level

    Paint from a variety of subject matters: still life, model, cityscape, landscape, reference, imagination at intermediate level

    Comprehend and sensitively apply the visual elements of line, shape, light and shadow, colour, texture, space and motion at intermediate level

    Comprehend and sensitively apply the design principles of balance, rhythm, dominance, contrast, variation, and unity to painting projects at intermediate level

  
  • ART 155 - Watercolor Painting

    5 Credits
    Control aqueous/watercolor technique in traditional and nontraditional styles. Work from a variety of subject matter in full color with compositional emphasis.

    FeesAF

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Fall Day
    Winter Day
    Spring Day

    Designed to Serve All students
    Active Date 20210403T10:07:36

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Shared Learning Environment Yes
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Course Outline
    • Basic monochromatic technique in watercolor rendering from still life material and the study of form in space and light and shade.
    • Traditional wet into dry technique in watercolor still life subjects (limited palette painting).
    • Contemporary wet into wet technique in watercolor and gouache (limited palette painting).
    • Full color watercolor and gouache painting from scrap material, indoor, and outdoor subject.


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Paint and illustrate in traditional watercolor technique at basic level

    Demonstrate wet into dry technique at a basic level.

    Demonstrate wet into wet technique at a basic level.

  
  • ART 156 - Watercolor Painting II

    5 Credits
    Watercolor Painting with specific focus on color, composition and imagery while learning and practicing Intermediate Watercolor techniques

    Pre-requisite(s) ART 155 with min. 1.0
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Designed to Serve Students who are interested in Watercolor
    Active Date 20210311T08:49:53

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Shared Learning Environment Yes
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Course Outline
    • Develop and complete a representational landscape watercolor painting utilizing brush, palette knife and sponges and emphasizing light and shadow
    • Develop and complete a semi abstract watercolor painting focusing on a macro view of selected subject with a strong compositional emphasis and glazing
    • Research and develop a traditional watercolor painting which incorporates the stylistic aspects of a watercolor Master Painter , accompanied by a written report of the master painters technique
    •  Develop and complete a contemporary figurative watercolor painting utilizing masking and subtractive techniques in a monochromatic palette


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Draw and paint a wide variety of subjects from life, as well as from reference photos (landscape, botanical, human, and animal forms, still life, and nonorganic) using watercolor and a variety of tools at an intermediate level.

    Integrate the following concepts into paintings: line, shape, light and shadow, color, texture, space and motion, rhythm, contrast, dominance, variation, and unity at an intermediate level.

    Articulate the real-world application of copyright and the potential consequences of misuse.

  
  • ART 158 - Mural Design

    5 Credits
    This course will combine design, student voices and public artwork into one class. With a focus on the way that public art reflects cultural, political and historical exchanges, course study will include examination of important mural artists and muralism movements in different cultures. As the culminating project, the students will design and create a mural on campus that will incorporate culturally relevant subjects.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered





    Designed to Serve Students’ interest in public art, murals and completing their Humanities area II requirements
    Active Date 2015-09-25

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Course Outline
    The progression of murals in ancient civilizations ( Neolithic, Egyptian, Greek, Roman) and how political propaganda paid for major public artwork throughout history.

    -The history of graffiti and the social impact of Hip Hop as well as gang culture.

    -Key mural artists like Diego Rivera, Jose Clemente Orozco, and David Alfaro Siqueiros.

    -Local First Nation artists Like Louie Gong and muralist Andrew Morrison.

    - Chicano muralism movement and other cultural public art movements

    - Rhetorical examination of exchange between audience, community, physical space, and artists with public art

    -Collaborative design process for large scale public art pieces

    - Aesthetic principles for large scale compositions

    -Design a mural for a space on campus

    - Installation of mural

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Investigate, recognize and describe how murals are shaped by the social, political, cultural contexts for public art.

    Recognize the dynamic exchange that exists between audience, community, and artists in public art.

    Create murals that demonstrate understanding of basic design principles as they apply to large public works.

    Collaborate with other class members to create an original design that reflects culturally relevant topics.

    Demonstrate an understanding of the design process through a series of sketches, peer revision, and discussion that will culminate in the final mural.

    Demonstrate technical effectiveness using acrylic, spray paint and following organizational procedures of working in a public space.

    Demonstrate understanding of the artistic and political contributions of important mural artists.

    Demonstrate understanding of the basic elements and principles of composition in drawing

  
  • ART 171 - Ceramics I

    5 Credits
    An introduction to the art and craft of clay. The class will focus on the potters wheel and hand building. Students will be introduced to the history of ceramics, explore conceptual concepts, learn the basics of working in a ceramics studio environment and explore glazing techniques.

    Course Note Class clustered with ART 172 and 173 for class limit. Additional lab hours required for day classes.
    FeesAC

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day
    Fall Day, Evening
    Winter Day, Evening
    Spring Day, Evening

    Designed to Serve Art transfer, vocational and continuing education.
    Active Date 20200330T21:14:26

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 25
    Shared Learning Environment Yes
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Transferable Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    • Introduction to the studio, tools and materials needed
    • Pottery demonstration 1 - centering.
    • Pottery demonstration 2 - bowls
    • Pottery demonstration 3 - vases
    • Trimming your pots - How to create a foot
    • Bisque firing - What is a bisque fire and how does a electric kiln work
    • Glazing demonstration. How to apply glaze to a project
    • Pinch building demonstration.
    • Glaze firing - What is a glaze fire and how does a gas kiln work
    • Coil building demonstration
    • Slab building demonstration.
    • Final critique -Discuss aesthetics and concepts of a finished project.


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Demonstrate forming techniques using a potters wheel and with hand building techniques.

    Express conceptual ideas through individual art.

    Demonstrating a basic level of control over craftsmanship

    Design and construct an original hand built ceramic object.

    Communicate effectively using appropriate vocabulary for discussing, evaluating and critiquing ceramics.

    Execute safe practices in communal studio environment

  
  • ART 172 - Ceramics II

    5 Credits
    Continuation of ART 171. Continued exploration of ceramic forming methods and glazing techniques. Further development of critical dialogue and historical awareness. Introduction to glaze chemistry and firing techniques. For classes taught during daytime, open lab modules will vary in lecture/lab contact hours from courses offered at other times.

    Pre-requisite(s) ART 171 with min. 1.0
    Course Note Clustered with ART 172/173. Additional lab hours required.
    FeesAC

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day
    Fall Day, Evening
    Winter Day, Evening
    Spring Day, Evening

    Designed to Serve General student, art major, transfer student.
    Active Date 20210311T08:49:54

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 25
    Shared Learning Environment Yes
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Course Outline
    • Practice on pottery wheel 
      • Basic cylinders 
      • Cups and Pitchers - application of handles and spouts to forms
      • Bowls 
      • Covered jars 
      • Bottles and vases 
      • Teapots 
    • Refinement of hand-building techniques in addition to the above or in lieu of pottery wheel practice. 
    • Glazing 
      • Application - dipping, pouring, spraying 
      • Decorative techniques - oxides, wax resist, syringe, stencil 
    • Design and history, illustrated lectures, field trips and guest lectures


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Complete conceptual ideas through hand built ceramic objects and using a potter’s wheel at an intermediate level.

    Complete ceramic projects that include glazing chemistry and clay mineralogy at an intermediate level.

    Communicate effectively using appropriate vocabulary for discussing, evaluating, and critiquing ceramics.

    Execute safe practices in communal studio environment.

  
  • ART 173 - Ceramics III

    5 Credits
    Continued exploration of ceramic forming methods and glazing techniques with an emphasis on developing a personal style. Further discussion of glaze and firing technology. Further development of critical dialogue and historical awareness.

    Pre-requisite(s) ART 172
    Course Note Clustered with ART 171/173. Additional lab hours required for day classes.
    FeesAC

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day
    Fall Day, Evening
    Winter Day, Evening
    Spring Day, Evening

    Designed to Serve Art major, serious student of ceramics.
    Active Date 2011-07-25

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 25
    Shared Learning Environment Yes
    Contact Hours: Lecture 33 Lab 44 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 77
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Course Outline
    Curriculum developed on an individual basis between student and instructor.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Demonstrate a refining of clay forming and glazing techniques.

    Demonstrate the development of individual body of work with an emphasis on personal style.

  
  • ART 181 - Sculpture

    5 Credits
    A studio course in sculpture; materials and methods of the sculptor will be explored through project assignments and slide lectures.

    FeesAF

    Quarters Typically Offered





    Designed to Serve General student, art majors, transfer students.
    Active Date 2011-07-06

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 25
    Contact Hours: Lecture 33 Lab 44 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 77
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Course Outline
    Each student will be expected to produce a clay model which will be: 1. Cast in a stable medium 2. A fabricated sculpture 3. A found object sculpture 4. A monumental sculpture (scale model)

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Cast a sculpture in a stable medium

    Fabricate a sculpture

    Create a found object sculpture

    Create a scale model of a monumental sculpture

  
  • ART 228 - Design Drawing

    5 Credits
    In this course students will engage in drawing activities to gain an understanding of the power and importance of drawing as a creative and communicative tool. Topics include mastering color pencil and marker techniques, rendering of texture, pattern, and hard surfaces. At the end of the quarter, students are challenged to communicate design ideas through sketches and formal presentation methods.

    FeesAF

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Fall Day
    Winter Day
    Designed to Serve All students who wish to learn more about showing their design intent through drawings
    Active Date 20210403T10:07:36

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 25
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Course Outline
    • Introduction to course overview and expectation setting
    • Initial considerations - phenomena of color and light; dimensions of color
    • Media and paper
    • Techniques of drawing
    • Elements, materials and finishes
    • Scale elements - drawing figures and objects VII. Color and composition in illustration
    • Approaches to creating color design drawings
    • Presentations and distribution of color design drawings


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Demonstrate color theory and how to use a color through colored drawings

    Demonstrate texture, pattern, hard surfaces, furnishings and accessories in plan and elevation.

    Create three-dimensional delineations of interiors using color pencils and pens.

    Demonstrate drawing techniques and color to define light and shadow, textures, and material characteristics.

  
  • ART 238 - Design Drawing: Perspective

    5 Credits
    This class is an exciting introduction to perspective. We will explore creating an illusion of depth on a two dimensional surface using perspective. Students will gain confidence, control of line and using sketches to communicate design intent.

    FeesAF

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Spring Day

    Designed to Serve All students who wish to learn more about showing their design intent through drawings. Interior Design Students
    Active Date 20210403T10:07:36

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 25
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II
    • Performance

    Course Outline
    • One Point Interior Perspective
    • Point Interior Perspective
    • Scaled Perspective
    • Visualization and Communication


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Demonstrate the complete design concept through rendering techniques

    Create drawings in one and two point perspective

    Create rendered perspective drawings through a variety of media

    Produce accurate “quick sketches”.

    Create perspective, sketches and presentation demonstrating critical elements of color.

  
  • ART 291 - Contractual Studies

    1 Credits
    Individual activities under the direction of art instructor involving specialized and/or advanced projects related to the specific art area.

    Instructor Permission Required Yes
    FeesAC

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Designed to Serve Students with intermediate or advanced skills in a specific art area who can work independently with minimum supervision.
    Active Date 20201105T14:49:24

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Independent Study Yes
    Continuous Enrollment Yes
    Class Limit 99
    Contact Hours: Other 33
    Total Contact Hours 33
    Degree Distributions:
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    Content varies from quarter to quarter according to subject area and objectives agreed upon between student and instructor.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Effectively complete an independent Art internship or independent Art project beyond what is acquired in a basic course, and conforms to department/industry requirements.

  
  • ART 292 - Contractual Studies

    2 Credits
    Individual activities under the direction of art instructor involving specialized and/or advanced projects related to the specific art area.

    Instructor Permission Required Yes
    FeesAC

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Designed to Serve Students with intermediate or advanced skills in a specific art area who can work independently with minimum supervision.
    Active Date 20201105T14:49:25

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Independent Study Yes
    Continuous Enrollment Yes
    Class Limit 99
    Contact Hours: Other 66
    Total Contact Hours 66
    Degree Distributions:
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    Content varies from quarter to quarter according to subject area and objectives agreed upon between student and instructor.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Effectively complete an independent Art internship or independent Art project beyond what is acquired in a basic course, and conforms to department/industry requirements.

  
  • ART 293 - Contractual Studies

    3 Credits
    Individual activities under the direction of art instructor involving specialized and/or advanced projects related to the specific art area.

    Instructor Permission Required Yes
    FeesAC

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Designed to Serve Students with intermediate or advanced skills in a specific art area who can work independently with minimum supervision.
    Active Date 20201105T14:49:26

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Independent Study Yes
    Continuous Enrollment Yes
    Class Limit 99
    Contact Hours: Other 99
    Total Contact Hours 99
    Degree Distributions:
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    Content varies from quarter to quarter according to subject area and objectives agreed upon between student and instructor.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Effectively complete an independent Art internship or independent Art project beyond what is acquired in a basic course, and conforms to department/industry requirements.

  
  • ART 294 - Contractual Studies

    4 Credits
    Individual activities under the direction of art instructor involving specialized and/or advanced projects related to the specific art area.

    Instructor Permission Required Yes
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Designed to Serve Students with intermediate or advanced skills in a specific art area who can work independently with minimum supervision.
    Active Date 20201105T14:49:26

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Independent Study Yes
    Continuous Enrollment Yes
    Class Limit 99
    Contact Hours: Other 132
    Total Contact Hours 132
    Degree Distributions:
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    Content varies from quarter to quarter according to subject area and objectives agreed upon between student and instructor.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Effectively complete an independent Art internship or independent Art project beyond what is acquired in a basic course, and conforms to department/industry requirements.

  
  • ART 295 - Contractual Studies

    5 Credits
    Individual activities under the direction of art instructor involving specialized and/or advanced projects related to the specific art area.

    Instructor Permission Required Yes
    FeesAC

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Designed to Serve Students with intermediate or advanced skills in a specific art area who can work independently with minimum supervision.
    Active Date 20201105T14:49:27

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Independent Study Yes
    Continuous Enrollment Yes
    Class Limit 99
    Contact Hours: Other 165
    Total Contact Hours 165
    Degree Distributions:
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    Content varies from quarter to quarter according to subject area and objectives agreed upon between student and instructor.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Effectively complete an independent Art internship or independent Art project beyond what is acquired in a basic course, and conforms to department/industry requirements.

  
  • ART 300 - Visual Art for Educators

    5 Credits


    Through this hands on visual art class, Pre-k through 8th grade educators will learn the developmental art stages of that age group. The educator will create an art assignment that reflect the skill level of each grade level through studio art practices.  As we move through the class, the art lessons will become more complex and relevant to the grade level. The educators will be able to experience and reflect on each developmental phase. The culminating final project will be to develop an art lesson plan for a specific grade.

    The structure of the course will be divided into grade levels, with each lesson focusing on the evolution of color, shape, symbolism and how emotions turn into stories.

    Instructor Permission Required Yes
    Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - EDUC
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered

    Fall Evening
    Winter Evening


    Designed to Serve Students enrolled in the BAS Early Learning
    Active Date 20170906T14:12:16

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    Restricted Elective Yes
    BAS

    • Humanities



    Course Outline
    Pre-K

    Shapes - identify geometric shapes

    Colors - identify colors names

    Symbolic meaning - warm cool happy sad family pets

    Emotional associations with shapes and colors - merges with above

    1st

    Shapes - identifying shapes within flat images (house = triangle square)

    Colors - secondary color mixing

    Symbolic meaning - choosing colors to communicate emotion in flat images

    Emotional associations with shapes and colors - emergence of storytelling through shapes and colors

    2nd

    Shapes - more complex images using shapes, scale and pattern emerges, intro basic compositional elements such as symmetry

    Colors - tertiary colors

    Symbolic meaning - cultural relevance and specificity, storytelling becomes more developed through the use of pattern color scale composition

    Emotional associations with shapes and colors - as relates to story, starting to learn others have differing associations

    3rd

    Shapes - respond to optical illusion (see through box)

    Colors - introduce color rather than just local color - realistic color

    Symbolic meaning - more detail, stories get more complex

    Emotional associations with shapes and colors - begins to turn into storytelling, the process of art is the power

    4th

    Shapes - emergence of perspective and horizon line

    Colors - understanding value in both color and achromatic

    Symbolic meaning - cultural uses of perspective (the emperor is always huge)

    Emotional associations with shapes and colors - shift from the process of art making to the end result

    5th

    Shapes - understanding the principles and elements and how applies to composition

    Colors - history of color use in visual art movements

    Symbolic meaning - as relates to above

    Emotional associations with shapes and colors - revisiting individual emotions when viewing historical artwork and communicating with each other (unique snowflakes)

    6th

    Shapes - basic proportions of the human head (and figure) drawing portraits

    Colors - Paint from observation

    Symbolic meaning - historical portraits meaning behind what is included, politics

    Emotional associations with shapes and colors - taking more time and investment in their artwork, realism and the final product becomes important

    7th

    Shapes - re-enforce meaning

    Colors - color meaning how it has changed (pink use to be for boys)

    Symbolic meaning - pop culture (analyze and play with making meaning)

    Emotional associations with shapes and colors - how pop culture influences visual art, exploring individual voice

    8th

    Creativity collaboration and critical thinking through art

    Shapes - sophisticated perspective

    Colors - complex color systems (under-painting, tone, and color in shadows)

    Symbolic meaning - develop individual symbolism

    Emotional associations with shapes and colors - complex story telling



    Student Learning Outcomes
    Formulate appropriate art projects that reflect each developmental stage.

    Demonstrate artistic techniques for each developmental stage.

    Effectively execute lesson plan activities for each developmental stage that cater to a variety of learning styles.

    Successfully deliver a given lesson plan.

    Demonstrate cultural responsive teaching within the lesson plans.

  
  • ART& 100 - Art Appreciation

    5 Credits
    Students learn to appreciate art in terms of content, form and context. They develop the skills and vocabulary to make an informed interpretation of a work and to make art that demonstrates an understanding of the basic principles of design.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Online
    Fall Online
    Winter Online
    Spring Online

    Designed to Serve Art transfer, vocational and continuing education students.
    Active Date 2014-11-06

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 38
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Humanities Area II

    Course Outline
    Form and content; artistic context (artist; function; social, historical, cultural, interpretive and other factors that influence the reception of the work); formal elements and principles of design; characteristics of different media; interpretation; art production.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Describe and discuss the form and content of an art work

    Demonstrate an understanding of the context of an art work: the maker of the work, the apparent function of the work; and social, historical, cultural, interpretive and other factors that influence the reception of the work
    I

    Identify the formal elements of an image and describe their interaction according to the principles of design

    Identify and explain the characteristics of different media

    Make an informed interpretation of a work

    Produce a work that indicates basic understanding of the principles of design.


Astronomy

  
  • ASTR& 100 - Survey of Astronomy

    5 Credits
    Introductory course with emphasis on the astronomical concepts fundamental to present understanding of the universe. Topics include the solar system, stars, galaxies and cosmology.

    Pre-requisite(s) MATH 081
    Placement Eligibility Math 091 or higher
    Course Note Previously P SCI 120.
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Online
    Fall Online
    Winter Online
    Spring Online

    Designed to Serve General education students requiring distribution credits in natural science.
    Active Date 2011-08-15

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 30
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Science

    Course Outline
    * History of astronomy (Kepler, Galileo, Newton) * The cosmic perspective (scale and motions) * Light and telescopes * The solar system and its evolution * Classification of stars (HR diagram, star clusters) * Stellar evolution (fusion, red giants, supernovas, white dwarfs) * Life in the Universe (extrasolar planets, SETI, Drake equation) * Cosmology (Big Bang, cosmic background radiation)

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Understand the course-specific content of astronomy.

    Understand the questions and methods of research used by astronomers.

    Communicate scientific ideas effectively (written/oral/electronic media).

    Understand, interpret and assess the value of publicly presented astronomy issues.

    Research topics relevant to course content (library/internet/interview).


Biology

  
  • BIOL 103 - Seabirds and Marine Mammals

    5 Credits
    Introduction to the birds and mammals that live in and around the sea. Covers the evolution of birds and marine mammals, including their taxonomy, physiology, behavior, ecology and current threats to their survival.

    Pre-requisite(s) MATH 081 or higher min 2.0
    Placement Eligibility Math 091 or higher
    FeesSC SL

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Designed to Serve Students pursuing a career in conservation, marine biology or ecology. Students with a general interest in the subject matter. Students not majoring in science that want a 5-credit lab class
    Active Date 20210403T10:07:37

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Contact Hours: Lecture 44 Lab 22
    Total Contact Hours 66
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Science
    • Science Lab

    Course Outline
    • Seabird Evolution
    • Seabird Taxonomy
    • Seabird Physiology
    • Seabird Behavior
    • Seabird Ecology
    • Seabird Threats and Conservation
    • Marine Mammal Evolution
    • Marine Mammal Taxonomy
    • Marine Mammal Physiology
    • Marine Mammal Behavior
    • Marine Mammal Ecology
    • Marine Mammal Threats and Conservation


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Explain the evolution of both birds and marine mammals.

    Explain taxonomic classification of seabirds and marine mammals.

    Identify common seabirds and marine mammals of Puget Sound and the North Pacific.

    Explain the ecology, behavior and biology of seabirds and marine mammals of Puget Sound and the North Pacific.

    Explain the threats that face seabirds and marine mammals, globally as well as in the Puget Sound and North Pacific.

    Collect, present, and interpret data from the local marine environment.

  
  • BIOL 110 - Marine Biology

    5 Credits
    A survey of the animals, algae, and plankton of Puget Sound. Includes field study and laboratory.

    Pre-requisite(s) MATH 081 or higher min 2.0
    Placement Eligibility Math 091 or higher
    FeesSC SL

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Evening
    Fall Day, Evening
    Winter Day, Evening
    Spring Day, Evening

    Designed to Serve General Education Science Students
    Active Date 20210403T10:07:38

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Contact Hours: Lecture 44 Lab 22
    Total Contact Hours 66
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Science
    • Science Lab

    Course Outline
    • Physical processes in the marine environment
    • Marine invertebrates
    • Marine vertebrates
    • Marine algae
    • Marine fisheries
    • Aquaculture and impact of human activity on the marine environment


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Observe and identify common marine animals, algae and plankton of Puget Sound and surrounding areas.

    Describe the major groups of marine animals and explain their evolutionary relationship.

    Describe the basic anatomy, natural history and behavior of marine animals including: sponges, cnidarians, mollusks, marine worms, arthropods, brachiopods, bryozoans, echinoderms, and chordates (fish, reptiles, birds, mammals).

    Compare and contrast the features of Invertebrates vs. Vertebrates.

    Compare and contrast the features of cartilaginous fish (sharks, rays) vs bony fish (rockfish, salmon).

    Describe the habitat, distribution and behavior of local Orca whales.

    Compare and contrast baleen whales vs toothed whales.

    Identify three common types of marine algae (Green, Red, Brown) and describe their distribution.

    Explain major factors that influence marine productivity and the growth of plankton and algae.

    Describe human impacts on the marine environment including ocean acidification, climate change and pollution.

  
  • BIOL 116 - Biology of Food

    5 Credits
    “Something Else Ate it First”.  This class will focus on the Biology of Food.  Topics will include use of microorganisms and their role in fermentation, food production, and food preservation.  Topics may also include role that culture plays in food production and the sustainability of current global food production.

    Placement Eligibility Math 091 or higher
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Online
    Fall Online



    Designed to Serve AA transfer looking for a non-lab science credit.
    Active Date 20180522T12:03:58

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Science

    Course Outline
    1. Introduction - What is Food?
    2. Welcome to the Food Web
    3. Using the Scientific Method
    4. The Producers - Plants (Cell Structure/Photosynthesis)
    5. The Consumers - Plant-based diets and global energetics
    6. The Decomposers - Microbes (Cell Structures and Processes)
    7. Bring the cycle full circle - The future of foods (global implications and sustainability)
    8. Presentations


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Discuss the interdependency of organisms of the food web.

    Use the scientific method to design and produce a self-directed research project.

    Describe the process of photosynthesis, using primary photosynthetic organisms as examples.

    Compare and contrast cultural similarities and differences with regard to food production and consumption.

    Discuss the differences in fermentation and food spoilage, including key microbes.

    Discuss current issues in global food sustainability.

  
  • BIOL 119 - Introduction to Plants

    5 Credits
    Basic fundamentals of botany, including plant anatomy, reproduction, growth and development. Emphasis on Pacific Northwest plant structure and function.

    Pre-requisite(s) MATH 081 or higher min 2.0
    Placement Eligibility Math 091 or higher
    FeesSL SC

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Spring Day

    Designed to Serve General students as an elective to satisfy distribution requirements.
    Active Date 20210403T10:07:43

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Contact Hours: Lecture 44 Lab 22
    Total Contact Hours 66
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Science
    • Science Lab

    Course Outline
    • The basic cell and tissue types of plants.
    • The structures of roots and shoots.
    • Basic plant physiology.
    • Adaptations of plants to meet the requirements of life.
    • Some basics of plant propagation.
    • Plants as ecological species.
    • Plant ecosystems
    • Human uses of plants (ethnobotany)
    • The botany of PNW conifers
    • Genetic engineering of plants and the controversies involved
    • General plant diversity and evolution
       


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Describe the anatomical structures and physiological processes that allow plants to survive, grow, reproduce, adapt to, and interact with their environments;

    Assess plant diversity and plant adaptations to various environmental conditions.

    Conduct plant science labs using logic, critical thinking, observation, interpretation, and analysis of information;

    Discuss current issues in botany using critical thinking to support ideas;

    Identify further study in the plant sciences for educated decision-making regarding plants in one's life and biosphere.

  
  • BIOL 121 - Genetic Revolution

    5 Credits


    An introduction to human genetics examining genes, inheritance, gene expression, population genetics, genomics, research and technologies.

    Pre-requisite(s) MATH 081 or higher min 2.0
    Placement Eligibility Math 091 or higher
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Online
    Fall Online
    Winter Online
    Spring Online

    Designed to Serve Non-majors
    Active Date 20210403T10:07:46

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 28
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Science

    Course Outline
    Part 1 Introduction:

    • What Is in a Human Genome?
    • Cells
    • Meiosis, Development, and Aging

    Part 2 Transmission Genetics:

    • Single-Gene Inheritance
    • Beyond Mendel’s Laws
    • Matters of Sex
    • Multifactorial Traits
    • Genetics of Behavior

    Part 3 DNA and Chromosomes:

    • DNA Structure and Replication
    • Gene Action: From DNA to Protein
    • Gene Expression and Epigenetics
    • Gene Mutation
    • Chromosomes

    Part 4 Population Genetics:

    • Constant Allele Frequencies and DNA Forensics
    • Changing Allele Frequencies
    • Human Ancestry and Evolution

    Part 5 Immunity and Cancer:

    • Genetics of Immunity
    • Cancer Genetics and Genomics

    Part 6 Genetic Technology:

    • DNA Technologies
    • Genetic Testing and Treatment
    • Reproductive Technologies
    • Genomics


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Describe how DNA is organized.

    Identify the molecular components and mechanisms necessary to preserve and duplicate an organism’s genome.

    Describe the mechanisms by which an organism’s genome is passed on to the next generation.

    Deduce information about genes, alleles, and gene functions from analysis of genetic crosses and patterns of inheritance.

    Recognize how genetic information is expressed so it affects an organism’s structure and function.

    Identify how genes and genomes control changes in an organism's structure and function throughout its life cycle.

    Recognize the processes that can affect the frequency of genotypes and phenotypes in a population over time.

    Identify experimental methods commonly used to analyze gene structure, gene expression, gene function, and genetic variants.

  
  • BIOL 123 - Plants, People, and Culture

    5 Credits
    An introduction to ethnobotany. Ethnobotany deals with the uses of plants by indigenous cultures. Historically, these uses by native cultures have been largely ignored or downplayed as unimportant or uninteresting. Ethnobotany as a discipline disabuses these notions and affords respect for both the uses of plants and the cultures that employ the particular practices.In this course we will consider the uses of plants for various purposes by at least a dozen different indigenous cultures including the uses of plants by PNW natives.

    Pre-requisite(s) MATH 081 or higher min 2.0
    Placement Eligibility Math 091 or higher
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Online

    Winter Online
    Spring Online

    Designed to Serve Non-science majors and others interested; students of naturopathic medicine and herbal sciences.
    Active Date 2015-11-09

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 30
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Diversity & Globalism
    • Science

    Course Outline
    - Basic plant biology

    - Human nutrition derived from plants

    - History of agriculture

    - The uses of various plants for food

    - Material uses of plants: clothes, shelter, etc.

    - The uses of fungi for medicine, food, and native rituals

    - Psychoactive plans and their uses in religious ceremonies

    - Resource ownership issues relating to the uses of plants for the development of new drugs

    - Conservation of native resources

    - Native knowledge of plants and their uses

    - Ethnobotany of PNW indigenous peoples

    Student Learning Outcomes
    To achieve an understanding of basic botany.

    To achieve an understanding of the role of plants in shaping culture both in the present day and historically.

    To achieve an appreciation for the role plants play in the student’s daily life.

    To achieve an appreciation for the various uses of plants: nutritional, material, medicinal, recreational, and religious.

    To become familiar with the use of specific plants by PNW indigenous peoples.

    To become familiar with the issues surrounding natural resources ownership and related conflicts

    To achieve an appreciation for native peoples knowledge of plants and their uses

  
  • BIOL 125 - Wilderness Biology

    5 Credits
    A field course emphasizing natural history and plant identification in the mountains of the Pacific Northwest. Topics include local geology, weather, plants, animals and general ecology. Includes day hikes and overnight backpacking trips.

    FeesSC

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day
    Designed to Serve Highline students and general community
    Active Date 20210403T10:07:47

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Variable Credit Yes Range 1-5
    Class Limit 24
    Contact Hours: Lecture 22 Lab 66
    Total Contact Hours 88
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Science
    • Science Lab

    Course Outline
    • Biomes and ecosystems
    • Survey of geology and weather
    • Survey of fungi and lower plants
    • Survey of higher plants
    • Survey of animals
    • Hikes and overnight backpacks in the Cascade mountains


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Explain how to prepare for hiking and backpacking in natural areas of Washington State.

    Explain and practice the concept of “Leave No Trace” wilderness behavior on hikes and backpacking trips.

    Identify common native plants and animals found in undisturbed natural areas of Washington.

    Describe the basic topography of Washington State, including the Olympic and Cascades mountain ranges and Puget Sound.

    Identify the major natural areas of Washington, including National Parks, National Forests, and Wilderness areas.

    Explain how plate tectonics and the Cascade Subduction Zone have shaped the topography of Washington State.

    Describe the role of glaciation and the Ice Age in shaping the Pacific Northwest.

    Describe how a marine climate and weather patterns influence the distribution of plants and animals in Washington.

    Explain what creates local weather patterns such as the “Rain Shadow” and “Puget Sound Convergence Zone”.

    Explain how the alpine zone, subalpine zone and trees are distributed differently on North vs. South facing mountain slopes.

  
  • BIOL& 100 - Survey of Biology

    5 Credits
    By using labs, lectures, discussions and outside work, this course provides an overview of the unifying concepts and methods of the life sciences

    Pre-requisite(s) MATH 081 or higher min 2.0
    Placement Eligibility Math 091 or higher
    Course Note Previously BIOL 100.
    FeesSL SC

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day
    Fall Day, Evening
    Winter Day, Evening
    Spring Day, Evening

    Designed to Serve Non-biology majors.
    Active Date 20210403T10:07:48

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Shared Learning Environment Yes
    Contact Hours: Lecture 44 Lab 22
    Total Contact Hours 66
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Science
    • Science Lab

    Course Outline
     

    • Ecological relationships among organisms and between organisms and their environment; includes the study of major biomes.
    • Plant growth and function.
    • Cell structure, chemistry and function in living organisms.
    • Animal growth, development and physiology.
    • Microbial organisms in nature.
    • Reproduction and inheritance.
    • Evolution as a process and as a unifying concept in biology.
    • The scientific experimental method in biology.


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Explain the function of evolution as the unifying concept of biology

    Describe the ecological interactions and interdependency of organisms and their environment

    Explain physiology at the level of the cell and the organism

    Distinguish between the nature of plants, animals, and microbes

    Describe the importance of the scientific method for science and in one’s daily life

    Effectively use laboratory technique such as microscopy while conducting both experimental and observational studies

    Interpret and communicate the significance of current biological research

  
  • BIOL& 160 - General Biology with Lab

    5 Credits
    Introductory cell biology lecture and lab course. Designed primarily for pre-allied health students, but also counts as non-majors lab science distribution credit. BIOL& 160 is a prerequisite for BIOL& 241 (Human Anatomy and Physiology I) and BIOL& 260 (Microbiology). Topics covered are similar to BIOL& 211 but this class does not fulfill the requirements for courses requiring BIOL&211 as a prerequisite.

    Pre-requisite(s) MATH 091 or higher min 2.0
    Placement Eligibility Math 107, 111, 146, 180, 098
    Course Note Previously BIOL 230, previously BIOL 151
    FeesSB SC

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day, Evening
    Fall Day, Evening
    Winter Day, Evening
    Spring Day, Evening

    Designed to Serve Pre-healthcare professional (pre-nursing, pre-dental hygiene, and others), and interested non-biology majors.
    Active Date 20210403T10:07:49

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Shared Learning Environment Yes
    Contact Hours: Lecture 44 Lab 22
    Total Contact Hours 66
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Science
    • Science Lab

    Course Outline
    • Organization of Life: General Classification, Unifying Principles of Biology
    • The Nature of Science: Scientific Method, Theories
    • Basic Chemistry: Atoms, Molecules, Bonding, Water, pH
    • Bio-molecules: Carbohydrates, Lipid, Proteins, Nucleic Acids
    • Cell Structure & Function
    • Transport Processes: Diffusion, Osmosis, Passive & Active Transport
    • Metabolism: ATP & Enzymes
    • Cellular Respiration: Aerobic, Anaerobic & Fermentation
    • Photosynthesis (Brief)
    • DNA: Structure & Replication
    • Protein Synthesis: Transcription, Translation
    • Cell Division: Mitosis & Meiosis
    • Genetics
    • Development: Fertilization through Neurula stage (Brief)
    • Evolution (Overview and intertwined through all topics)


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Describe different cellular and molecular structures and their relationship to their biological functions.

    Explain the flow of matter, energy, and information through cellular systems and what happens when those systems are perturbed or malfunctioning.

    Explain how cells respond to their environment through information flow from cell signaling to gene expression and cell division.

    Apply the evolutionary principles of genetic variation, selection, and inheritance at the cellular and molecular level.

    Apply the process of science to explain how biological phenomena may be working.

    Apply quantitative analysis and mathematical reasoning to describe cellular and molecular phenomena.

    Demonstrate proficient oral and written communication of science.

  
  • BIOL& 170 - Human Biology

    5 Credits
    An introduction to the structure and function of the human organ system and their interactions. 

    Pre-requisite(s) MATH 081 or higher minimum 2.0
    Placement Eligibility Math 091 or higher
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day
    Fall Day
    Designed to Serve Non- major, general education students looking to fullfill their Science requirement
    Active Date 20200330T21:14:29

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Science

    Course Outline
    • Overview of the organization of the human body, anatomical terminology, homeostasis, and the organ systems.
    • Overview of the anatomy and physiology of the Integumentary System.
    • Overview of the anatomy and physiology of the Skeletal System.
    • Overview of the anatomy and physiology of the Muscular System.
    • Overview of the anatomy and physiology of the Nervous System.
    • Overview of the anatomy and physiology of the Endocrine System.
    • Overview of the anatomy and physiology of the Cardiovascular System.
    • Overview of the anatomy and physiology of the Lymphatic System.
    • Overview of the anatomy and physiology of the Respiratory System.
    • Overview of the anatomy and physiology of the Digestive System.
    • Overview of the anatomy and physiology of the Urinary System.
    • Overview of the anatomy and physiology of the Reproductive System.


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Develop a vocabulary of appropriate terminology to effectively communicate information related to anatomy and physiology.

    Identify the anatomical structures and explain the physiological functions of body systems.

    Explain the principle of homeostasis and the use of feedback loops to control physiological systems in the human body.

    Use anatomical knowledge to predict physiological consequences, and use knowledge of function to predict the features of anatomical structures.

    Explain the interrelationships within and between anatomical and physiological systems of the human body.

    Synthesize ideas to make a connection between knowledge of anatomy and physiology and real-world situations, including healthy lifestyle decisions and homeostatic imbalances.

    Evaluate and examine issues related to anatomy and physiology fom an evidence-based perspective.

  
  • BIOL& 175 - Human Biology with Lab

    5 Credits
    An introduction to the structure and function of the human organ systems and their interactions.

    Pre-requisite(s) MATH 081 or higher min 2.0
    Placement Eligibility Math 091 or higher
    Course Note Previously BIOL 118.
    FeesSB SC

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Fall Day
    Winter Day
    Spring Day

    Designed to Serve Non-major, general education students looking to fulfill their Lab Science requirement as well as students applying for, or enrolled in, both the Polysomnography and Personal Fitness Trainer programs.
    Active Date 20210403T10:07:49

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Contact Hours: Lecture 44 Lab 22
    Total Contact Hours 66
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Science
    • Science Lab

    Course Outline
    Week one of the course is spent presenting an overview of the organization of the human body, anatomical terminology, homeostasis, and the organ systems. The remainder of the term is then spent covering most of the organ systems in greater detail. Lab exercises are designed to compliment and enhance the student’s understanding while providing them hands on laboratory experiences.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Develop a vocabulary of appropriate terminology to effectively communicate information related to anatomy and physiology.

    Identify the anatomical structures and explain the physiological functions of body systems.

    Explain the principle of homeostasis and the use of feedback loops to control physiological systems in the human body.

    Use anatomical knowledge to predict physiological consequences, and use knowledge of function to predict the features of anatomical structures.

    Explain the interrelationships within and between anatomical and physiological systems of the human body.

    Synthesize ideas to make a connection between knowledge of anatomy and physiology and real-world situations, including healthy lifestyle decisions and homeostatic imbalances.

    Demonstrate laboratory procedures used to examine anatomical structures and evaluate physiological functions of each organ system.

    Evaluate and examine issues related to anatomy and physiology from an evidence-based perspective.

  
  • BIOL& 211 - Majors Cell

    5 Credits
    BIOL& 211 is an introductory cell biology lecture and lab course. It is the first quarter of a three-quarter series intended for biology majors wishing to transfer to a four-year university. BIOL& 211 is a prerequisite for BIOL& 212 (Majors Animal - offered winter/spring quarter only) and BIOL& 213 (Majors Plant - offered spring/summer quarter only) and can also serve as a prerequisite for BIOL& 241 (Human Anatomy and Physiology I) and BIOL& 260 (Microbiology). The topics are similar to BIOL 230/BIOL& 160 but are covered in more depth with more chemistry emphasis.

    Pre-requisite(s) MATH 098 with a min 2.0 or Math 141 or higher placement eligibility, and CHEM& 161 or higher min 2.0
    Placement Eligibility Math 141
    Course Note Previously BIOL 201
    FeesSB SC

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Fall Day, Evening
    Winter Day
    Designed to Serve Biology majors, pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-pharmacy, pre-physical therapy, and other pre-professional students. Pre-nursing, pre-dental hygiene, and pre-occupational therapy students are advised to take BIOL 230/BIOL& 160.
    Active Date 20210403T10:07:50

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Shared Learning Environment Yes
    Contact Hours: Lecture 44 Lab 22
    Total Contact Hours 66
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Science
    • Science Lab

    Course Outline
    • Organization of Life: General Classification, Unifying Principles of Biology
    • The Nature of Science: Scientific Method, Theories
    • Basic Chemistry: Atoms, Molecules, Bonding, Water, pH
    • Bio-molecules: Carbohydrates, Lipid, Proteins, Nucleic Acids
    • Cell Structure & Function
    • Transport Processes: Diffusion, Osmosis, Passive & Active Transport
    • Metabolism: ATP & Enzymes
    • Cellular Respiration: Aerobic, Anaerobic & Fermentation
    • Photosynthesis (Brief)
    • DNA: Structure & Replication
    • Protein Synthesis: Transcription, Translation
    • Cell Division: Mitosis & Meiosis
    • Genetics
    • Evolution (Overview and intertwined through all topics)
       


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Compare and contrast different cellular and molecular structures and their relationship to their biological functions.

    Analyze the flow of matter, energy, and information through cellular systems and what happens when those systems are perturbed or malfunctioning.

    Explain how cells respond to their environment through information flow from cell signaling to gene expression, cell division, and apoptosis.

    Apply the evolutionary principles of genetic variation, selection, and inheritance at the cellular and molecular level.

    Apply the process of science to explain how biological phenomena may be working.

    Apply quantitative analysis and mathematical reasoning to describe cellular and molecular phenomena.

    Demonstrate proficient oral and written communication of science.

  
  • BIOL& 212 - Majors Animal

    5 Credits


    A comparative study of the major animal groups including anatomy, physiology, development, behavior within an evolutionary and ecological framework. Laboratory includes student research.

    Pre-requisite(s) Math 98 with a min 2.0 or Math 141 or higher placement eligibility, and CHEM& 161 or higher min 2.0, and BIOL& 211 min 2.0.
    Placement Eligibility Math 141
    Course Note Previously BIOL 202
    FeesSB SC

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Winter Day, Evening
    Spring Day

    Designed to Serve Transfer students majoring in the biological sciences.
    Active Date 20210403T10:07:50

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Shared Learning Environment Yes
    Contact Hours: Lecture 44 Lab 22
    Total Contact Hours 66
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Science
    • Science Lab

    Course Outline
    • Phylogeny of the Animal kingdom
    • Animal organization
    • Systematic study of the animal kingdom:
      • Nervous system and senses
      • Endocrine system
      • Musculoskeletal system
      • Circulatory and Devense systems
      • Respiratory system
      • Digestive system
      • Homeostatic regulation

    Labs will cover the animal kingdom phylogenetically with an emphasis on dissection and adaptation

    Student Learning Outcomes
    V&C Core Concept: Evolution - Explain the evolutionary principles of genetic variation and adaptation that work over long periods of time to produce animal diversity.

    V&C Core Concept: Structure-Function Relationship - Compare and contrast different animal anatomical structures and their relationship to their physiological functions in many different organ systems.

    V&C Core Concept: Information Flow and Exchange - Explain how information (such as gene expression, hormone signaling, nerve stimulation, etc…) flows through different animal tissues, organs, and organ systems to regulate body processes.

    V&C Core Concept: Systems - Analyze homeostatic mechanisms that maintain the internal environment and function of animal cells, organs and organ systems and what happens when those systems are perturbed or malfunctioning.  Compare how different animals maintain homeostasis in different environments.

    V&C Core Competencies: Apply Process of Science, Using Modeling, and Relationship Between Science and Society - Apply the process of science to explain how biological phenomena may be working.

    V&C Core Competency: Use Quantitative Reasoning - Apply quantitative analysis and mathematical reasoning used in describing animal phylogeny and the physiology of animal tissues, organs, and organ systems.

    V&C Core Competency: Communicate and Collaborate - Demonstrate proficient oral and written communication of science.

  
  • BIOL& 213 - Majors Plant

    5 Credits
    This course covers the major concepts in evolution such as natural selection and speciation, as well as an overview of ecology and botany.

    Pre-requisite(s) Math 98 with a min 2.0 or Math 141 placement eligibility, and BIOL& 211 min 1.7, and CHEM& 161 or higher min 2.0.
    Placement Eligibility Math 141
    Course Note Previously BIOL 203
    FeesSB SC

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day
    Spring Day, Evening

    Designed to Serve Biology majors, botany majors, liberal arts students.
    Active Date 20210403T10:07:51

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Shared Learning Environment Yes
    Contact Hours: Lecture 44 Lab 22
    Total Contact Hours 66
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Science
    • Science Lab

    Course Outline

    • Plants
      • Structure
      • Transport
      • Nutrition
      • Reproduction
    • Ecology
      • Populations
      • Communities
      • Ecosystems
      • Behavioral
    • Evolution
      • Natural Selection and Speciation
      • Genetic Basis
      • Life’s Origins
      • Fossil Record
      • Human Evolution


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Describe how genetics and evolutionary processes interact to create all forms of biodiversity.

    Perform, and accurately interpret the results of, evolutionary analyses, such as cladograms, using data from living organisms and the fossil record.

    Describe how plants evolved, specifically the functioning of their anatomy, reproduction, physiology and the role they play in ecosystem processes.

    Identify the most common plants found in the Puget Sound Bioregion.

    Describe the fundamentals of population and community ecology and how the various levels of organization within ecology interact with each other.

    Demonstrate the ability to conduct scientific research by designing scientific studies (observational or experimental), keeping a scientific journal, collect scientific data and writing a scientific report.

  
  • BIOL& 241 - Human Anatomy And Physiology I

    5 Credits


    This is part one of a two-quarter sequence in which human anatomy and physiology are studied using a body systems approach, with emphasis on the interrelationships between form and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization.  Anatomy & Physiology I includes:  basic anatomical and directional terminology; fundamental concepts and principles of cell biology; histology; the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous systems, and special senses.

     

    Pre-requisite(s) MATH 091 or higher min 2.0 and BIOL& 160 min 2.0 or BIOL& 211 min 2.0
    Course Note Previously BIOL 231
    FeesSB SC

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day
    Fall Day, Evening
    Winter Day, Evening
    Spring Day, Evening

    Designed to Serve Pre-allied health (pre-nursing, respiratory care, etc.) students.
    Active Date 20210403T10:07:51

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Shared Learning Environment Yes
    Contact Hours: Lecture 33 Lab 44
    Total Contact Hours 77
    Degree Distributions:
    AA

    • Science
    • Science Lab

    Course Outline
    • This is part one of a two-quarter sequence in which human anatomy and physiology are studied using a body systems approach, with emphasis on the interrelationships between form and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization.   
    • Anatomy & Physiology I includes basic anatomical and directional terminology; fundamental concepts and principles of cell biology; histology; the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous systems, and special senses. 
    • Discussion of disease processes, bodily dysfunction, and diagnosis will be incorporated when appropriate. 


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Develop a vocabulary of appropriate terminology to effectively communicate information related to anatomy and physiology.

    Identify the anatomical structures and explain the physiological functions of body systems.

    Explain the principle of homeostasis and the use of feedback loops to control physiological systems in the human body.

    Use anatomical knowledge to predict physiological consequences, and use knowledge of function to predict the features of anatomical structures.

    Explain the interrelationships within and between anatomical and physiological systems of the human body.

    Synthesize ideas to make a connection between knowledge of anatomy and physiology and real-world situations, including healthy lifestyle decisions and homeostatic imbalances.

    Demonstrate laboratory procedures used to examine anatomical structures and evaluate physiological functions of each organ system.

    Interpret graphs of anatomical and physiological data.

    Demonstrate information literacy skills to access, evaluate, and use resources to stay current in the fields of anatomy and physiology.

    Evaluate and examine issues related to anatomy and physiology from an evidence-based perspective.

  
  • BIOL& 242 - Human Anatomy And Physiology II

    5 Credits
    The course is part two of a two-quarter sequence in which human anatomy and physiology are studied using a body systems approach, with emphasis on the interrelationships between form and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization.  Anatomy & Physiology II is a continuation of Anatomy & Physiology I and includes: the endocrine system, the cardiovascular system, the lymphatic system and immunity; the respiratory system; the digestive system, metabolism, the urinary system; fluid/electrolyte and acid/base balance; and the reproductive systems. 

    Pre-requisite(s) MATH 091 or higher min 2.0 and BIOL& 241 min 2.0
    Placement Eligibility Math 091 or higher
    Course Note Previously BIOL 232
    FeesSB SC

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day
    Fall Day
    Winter Day, Evening
    Spring Day, Evening

    Designed to Serve Pre-allied health (pre-nursing, respiratory care, etc.) students.
    Active Date 20210403T10:07:52

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Shared Learning Environment Yes
    Contact Hours: Lecture 44 Lab 22
    Total Contact Hours 66
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Science
    • Science Lab

    Course Outline
    • This is part two of a two-quarter sequence in which human anatomy and physiology are studied using a body systems approach, with emphasis on the interrelationships between form and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization.   
    • Anatomy & Physiology II includes: the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems.  
    • Discussion of disease processes, bodily dysfunction, and diagnosis will be incorporated when appropriate.  


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Develop a vocabulary of appropriate terminology to effectively communicate information related to anatomy and physiology.

    Identify the anatomical structures and explain the physiological functions of body systems.

    Explain the principle of homeostasis and the use of feedback loops to control physiological systems in the human body.

    Use anatomical knowledge to predict physiological consequences, and use knowledge of function to predict the features of anatomical structures.

    Explain the interrelationships within and between anatomical and physiological systems of the human body.

    Synthesize ideas to make a connection between knowledge of anatomy and physiology and real-world situations, including healthy lifestyle decisions and homeostatic imbalances.

    Demonstrate laboratory procedures used to examine anatomical structures and evaluate physiological functions of each organ system.

    Interpret graphs of anatomical and physiological data.

    Demonstrate information literacy skills to access, evaluate, and use resources to stay current in the fields of anatomy and physiology.

    Evaluate and examine issues related to anatomy and physiology from an evidence-based perspective.

  
  • BIOL& 260 - Microbiology

    5 Credits
    A survey of the characteristics of bacteria and other microorganisms, methods of study, their role in nature and applications to health and environmental problems. Includes laboratory.

    Pre-requisite(s) MATH 091 or higher min 2.0 and BIOL& 160 min 2.0 or BIOL& 211 min 2.0.
    Placement Eligibility Math 107, 111, 146, 180, 098
    Course Note Previously BIOL 250
    FeesSB SC

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day
    Fall Day, Evening
    Winter Day, Evening
    Spring Day, Evening

    Designed to Serve For health science student going into allied health programs, or into transfer programs, transfer students in the biological sciences.
    Active Date 20210403T10:07:52

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 24
    Shared Learning Environment Yes
    Contact Hours: Lecture 33 Lab 44
    Total Contact Hours 77
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Science
    • Science Lab

    Course Outline
    • Microbial cell biology
    • Cellular structure and function
    • Growth and division
    • Cell energy metabolism
    • Microbial genetics
    • Cause, consequences and uses of mutations
    • Exchange and acquisition of genetic information
    • Interactions and impact of microorganisms and humans
    • Microbial pathogenicity mechanisms
    • Disease transmission
    • Antibiotics and chemotherapy
    • Genetic engineering
    • Interactions and impact of microorganisms in the environment
    • Adaptation and natural selection
    • Symbiosis
    • Microbial recycling of resources
    • Integrating themes
    • Microbial evolution
    • Microbial diversity
    • Laboratory work is planned to relate directly to the above topics, using techniques and non-pathogenic bacteria which are associated with clinical public health and environmental microbiology and includes a clinical unknown


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Explain and apply the concepts of disease transmission.

    Explain and apply various host-microbe interactions.

    Explain and apply how antimicrobials work and how antimicrobial resistance happens.

    Evaluate microbiology information and its sources critically and communicate findings (visually, orally, and in writing).

    Explain and apply how vaccines and molecular and biochemical tests work.

    Demonstrate proper aseptic, microbiological, and laboratory safety techniques.

    Analyze experimental data and use it to explain microbiological phenomena


Business

  
  • BUS& 101 - Introduction to Business

    5 Credits


    Survey of business and its role in our economy. Explores the world of business today within the context of our global and Internet-influenced economy. Covers management and organization, human resources, marketing, information systems, finance and the securities markets, as well as emerging business topics.

    Course Note Previously BUSN 100.
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day, Online
    Fall Day, Online
    Winter Day, Online
    Spring Day, Online

    Designed to Serve Students in Certificate and AAS degree programs as well as transfer students wanting an introduction to the world of business.
    Active Date 20190520T12:52:29

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 38
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Transferable Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    1. Overview of Business

    2. International Business

    3. Ethics and Social Responsibility

    4. Entrepreneurship

    5. Management

    6. Human Resources

    7. Marketing

    8. Accounting

    9. Securities Markets, Money & Banking

    10. Personal Finance

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Successfully present a formulated business and profit or loss results, using correct associated terminology.

    Explain changes in business roles, interactions and competitive environments created by the impact of the internet and e-commerce on business and industry.

    Critique real and hypothetical business strategies in interdisciplinary groups, drawing upon correct business analysis interpretation.

    Analyze the differences between local, national & international markets.

    Apply effective communication strategies when dealing with diverse business associates/colleagues.

  
  • BUS& 201 - Business Law

    5 Credits
    Introduction to the American legal system and to legal principles important to business relationships and the business environment. Includes an overview of the federal and state court structures and the legislative process. Survey of Business Ethics, Dispute Resolution, Common law, Torts, Criminal Law, Contracts, Real Property and Landlord-Tenant Law, Commercial Transactions, Corporations, Partnerships, Agency Law, Employment Law, and Government regulation and business.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day, Online
    Fall Day, Online
    Winter Day, Online
    Spring Day, Online

    Designed to Serve Business transfer students and 2 year business degree students; Legal studies students.
    Active Date 20200330T21:14:31

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 32
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Transferable Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    • Introduction to law, sources of law, and legal thinking
    • Business ethics
    • Overview of the federal and state courts’ structure and ADR
    • Basic civil procedure
    • Introductory international law issues for US consideration
    • Constitutional Authority to regulate business
    • Torts - Intentional, Negligence, Strict liability & Products Liability
    • Criminal law and business
    • Real property and landlord/tenant law
    • Contracts - elements, analysis, performance, discharge, breach of contract & contracts in cyberspace
    • Intro to the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), Article 2: Sales and contracts
    • Business organizations (sole proprietorship, partnerships, and corporations) law for small business
    • Agency law
    • Employment law
    • Government regulation and business


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Accurately describe the structure of U.S. government and the respective roles and functions of the state courts in the legal system.

    Effectively analyze fact patterns and applicable law using legal professional standards and clearly communicate the analysis using established legal principles.

    Effectively analyze the merits of legal arguments used in case studies and and how dominant culture attitudes and values affect the outcomes

    Work effectively with other students as part of a team, demonstrating critical listening and interpersonal skill across varied demographic and social/cultural experiences and perpectives.

    Accurately describe the major prinicples of busines law including constitutional law, common law and Uniform Commerical code contracts, legal business entities, agency, business torts, real and personal property, and employment law.

    Analyze the appropriateness of the different Alternative Dispute Resolution methods for hypothetical business-related conflicts.

    Effectively evaluate the application of ethics, social responsibilty and justice principles to hypothetical business scenarios and articulate appropriate outcomes

  
  • BUSN 102 - Entrepreneurial Thinking for Success

    5 Credits
    Success in any endeavor requires the ability to think creatively, solve problems, and a high degree of perseverance. This highly interactive course is designed to immerse students in the fundamental aspects of an entrepreneurial mindset and the unlimited opportunities and success it can provide regardless of ones chosen professional pathway.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Online

    Winter Day


    Designed to Serve Business Dept programs; other AAS degrees; Continuing Education/Community
    Active Date 2015-05-29

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 38
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    Introduction

    Unraveling the Mystery of Success

    Mindset defined

    Power to Choose

    Recognize Opportunity

    Ideas to Action

    Pursuit of Knowledge

    Creating Wealth

    Building Brand

    Creating Community

    Power of Persistance

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Evaluate opportunities, manage risks and learn from the results by using entrepreneurial critical thinking skills

    Explain the process that enables entrepreneurs with limited resources to transform a simple idea into a sustainable success.

    Apply entrepreneurial fundamentals to a business action plan.

    Formulate strategies to achieve entrepreneurial goals by identifying resources and determine the steps required.

    Effectively report the results of an entrepreneur interview, including talking points and insights gained.

  
  • BUSN 103 - Career Pathways: M2M

    2 Credits
    Course prepares returning military for transition into manufacturing and related logistics positions. Includes career research, job preparation skills and specific manufacturing related job skills.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered





    Designed to Serve Active duty military, Recent Returning vets, Any veteran from previous enlistment, Reservist, National Guard
    Grading System Credit/Non-Credit
    Continuous Enrollment Yes
    Class Limit 38
    Shared Learning Environment Yes
    Contact Hours: Lecture 22 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 22
    Invasive Procedure Used Yes

    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    Role of Manufacturing Changing concepts: Lean; Advanced; Sustainability The Manufacturing Process Career options Peripheral sectors: Maintenance/Facilities; Inventory; Shipping/Receiving; Procurement/Supply Chain; Logistics Methodologies: ISO; Six Sigma; 5S Terminology Manufacturing Tools and Safety Equipment Workplace Readiness: Personal qualities; Resume building; interview skills

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Explain the role of Manufacturing and related Supply Chain in the United States economy; Explain how manufacturing has changed to include Advanced Manufacturing; Lean Manufacturing; Sustainability practices

    Define Manufacturing and explain the difference between the manufacturing processes: Raw Material Processing, Design, Machining, Fabrication & Quality Control

    Research and identify the career opportunities within each manufacturing process

    Identify and explain the peripheral sectors to the manufacturing process, including career options: Maintenance/Facilities; Inventory; Shipping/Receiving; Procurement & Supply Chain; Logistics Functions

    Explain manufacturing methodologies such as ISO, Six Sigma, & 5S and Use manufacturing and logistics terminology in a workplace. Explain regulatory issues in the manufacturing & logistics workplace: OSHA, WISHA context.

    Explain why Math is important in the manufacturing and logistics sectors and Solve relevant workplace problems using basic math concepts.

    Demonstrate ability to use manufacturing tools such as protractors and Calipers as well as appropriate safety equipment

    Demonstrate workplace readiness skills to be used in interviewing and on the job success.

  
  • BUSN 105 - Introduction to Logistics

    5 Credits
    Study of the functions and characteristics of transportation companies, air, railroad, sea, truck carriers; advantages and limitations of each form of transportation; major aspects of international transportation, import and export; the role of these transportation companies to the U.S. and world economies; domestic and international cargo documentation including classification, pricing and settlement methods, tariffs and regulations, payment options, Incoterms and laws and regulations; geography; and exploration of employment and career opportunities.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Online

    Winter Online


    Designed to Serve Students pursing employment in the area of international trade and those pursuing and A.A.S. degree in International Business
    Active Date 20170622T08:34:56

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Variable Credit Yes
    Class Limit 30
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    *Terminology
    *Cargo classification
    *Carriers
    *Terms of Sale
    *Tariff rules
    *Tariff calculations
    *Math
    *Terms of Payment
    *Documentation
    *Geography
    *Trade Regulation
    *Insurance and Claims

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Assess the scope and breadth of the trade and logistics industry in our region and nationwide

    Communicate orally and in writing using appropriate industry terminology

    Locate and use industry specific resources to answer questions and inform decision making

    Produce standard industry documents related to the transportation of cargo

    Accurately perform calculations related to the trade and logistics of cargo

  
  • BUSN 106 - Freight Forwarding

    4 Credits
    Focuses on the internal operations of the freight forwarder and the role it plays in the global supply chain, specifically how it interfaces with client companies. This course provides a strong understanding of the strategic management of a freight forwarder, particularly as a company offering a range of services supporting the global supply chain. Elements of an integrated service provider, responsibilities and obligations of the forwarder, invoicing, and both mutual interests and conflict of interests with the client company are explored. Includes in depth coverage of Incoterms and how they are used in international transactions.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered





    Designed to Serve Certificate/AAS International Business & Trade; BAS Global Trade/Logistics pathway; industry
    Active Date 2014-03-26

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 28
    Contact Hours: Lecture 44 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 44
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    • Scope of Activities of an International Freight Forwarder
    • Components of the International Logistics Activity
    • Construction of Transaction
    • Mutual Interests of all parties in the transactions
    • Conflict of Interest Authorization
    • Understand the legal representations of being a freight forwarder
    • Implications for the Seller using the Buyer’s Forwarder Being a Freight Forwarder (FF)
    • Know the requirements to become a FF
    • Understand the responsibilities of a FF
    • Discuss the role of a FF
    • The Business of FF
    • Understanding the business practices of a FF
    • Incoterms
    • Tariff Calculation


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Explain the possible scope of activities of an international freight forwarder

    Define the components of international logistics

    Explain the freight forwarders role in the construction and completion of the international transaction

    Describe mutual interests of all parties in the transactions

    Apply legal issues to specific scenarios faced by Freight Forwarders to recommend appropriate action.

    Accurately calculate tariff rates from all modes of international shipping

    Explain how Incoterms are used in international commerce

    Accurately calculate selling price given different Incoterm scenarios

  
  • BUSN 107 - Warehousing & Distribution

    4 Credits
    Provides a basic understanding of the major factors in managing a warehouse and distribution system. Introduces the concepts and applications for the effective management and control of distribution channel, warehouse, and transportation management functions and processes. Includes channel network design, distribution inventory management, warehousing, materials handling functions, and transportation management

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered





    Designed to Serve Certificate/AAS International Business & Trade students; BAS Global Trade/Logistics pathway; industry
    Active Date 2014-02-27

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 28
    Contact Hours: Lecture 44 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 44
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    Warehousing Overview Traditional View of Warehousing Third-Party Warehousing Principles of Warehousing Warehousing as an Operational Element Warehousing as a Supportive Integrated System within Supply Chain Management Mechanics of Warehousing Processes & Practices Global Factors Innovations: Understand the impact technological Innovations have on warehousing Layout and Design: Break down how to design and layout a warehouse based on the demand it serves Technology Factors: Automation and Computerization Warehouse Utilization and Workforce Design Building an Integrated Warehousing Model

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Identify the modern characteristics and needs served by warehousing systems

    Describe the modern principles of warehousing and establish warehouse performance criteria

    Assess and explain the needs of an integrated warehousing solution concept

    Design a warehousing model around an established need

    Summarize the main aspects of industrial health and safety.

    Outline the procedures for the receiving, stocking, and inventorying of material; outline procedures for distribution and order processing.

  
  • BUSN 112 - Nonprofit Board of Directors

    3 Credits
    This course explores the roles, responsibilities and structures of the nonprofit board of directors. Through case studies and/or community action research students will investigate how nonprofit boards are formed, who participates and why, and strategies for building, developing and maintaining successful boards, with a particular focus on leadership and governance in organizations led by and serving marginalized communities.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Online




    Designed to Serve 1. Students and community members who are thinking of starting a nonprofit organization or serving on a nonprofit board 2. Current nonprofit board members seeking to better understand and fulfill their legal and strategic responsibilities to the organizations they serve; 3. Nonprofit staff, volunteers and directors who want to enhance the value that their board provides to their organizations and the communities that they serve; Certificate Non-Profit Management; AAS Small Business; Continuing Education
    Active Date 20180530T10:02:25

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 32
    Contact Hours: Lecture 33 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 33
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    • Legal functions and duties of nonprofit boards
    • Practical and strategic responsibilities of nonprofit boards including organizational mission, strategic planning, hiring, supervision and evaluation of the Executive Director, financial oversight, fundraising, community relations and more
    • Who make good board members and where to find them: Board member recruitment and development
    • Role differentiation and healthy communication between the nonprofit board, Executive Director, staff and volunteers
    • Leadership and governance models in diverse communities
    • Student led case studies or action research projects


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Describe legal, fiscal and practical functions of nonprofit boards of directors and the relationship between an effective board of directors and nonprofit organizational success.

    Differentiate between the responsibilities of nonprofit board members, the Executive Director, and program staff or volunteers

    Describe effective methods of nonprofit board capacity building

    Apply two or more board capacity building methods in nonprofit organizations and case studies

    Measure nonprofit board of directors effectiveness by identifying and quantitatively tracking outcomes.

    Conduct a case study or community action research project to examine real life issues faced by nonprofit boards of directors in our community.

  
  • BUSN 113 - Nonprofit Financial Management

    3 Credits
    This course introduces the basics of financial management for not-for-profit organizations. Students will be introduced to basic nonprofit financial management, interpreting and analyzing required financial documents, financial reporting, budgeting and producing and reporting out documents that are understood by key stakeholders.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Online




    Designed to Serve This class is designed for those with little or no experience in financial management for nonprofit organizations. Students seeking Non-Profit Management certificate; AAS in Small Business; Continuing Education
    Active Date 20180530T10:02:24

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 32
    Contact Hours: Lecture 33 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 33
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    • Overview of financial management
    • Basic budgeting and financial statements
    • Tax filing basics
    • Accounting principles
    • Analyzing and measuring nonprofit transactions
    • Types of budgets and their pros and cons
    • Internal controls
    • Nonprofit assets vulnerable to internal or external misuse
    • Alternative revenues sources


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Analyze the financial health of a local nonprofit organization.

    Describe tax filing basics for a nonprofit organization.

    Prepare and manage mock budgets for a nonprofit using accounting principles, various nonprofit practices and budgeting skills.

    Assess a nonprofit management financial case study in order to determine internal controls for misuse.

  
  • BUSN 125 - Exploring E-Commerce

    5 Credits
    Introduces students to the huge impact e-commerce is having on business and our lives. Students will learn to find business information on the Internet and explore career opportunities in the field. They will learn about business strategies for e-commerce, including service, retail, business to business, security issues, public policy and global business. Students will analyze sites and learn about Internet marketing, advertising and sales. Students will get hands-on practice with Web security issues, electronic payment systems and the legal issues involved in creating a functioning online store.

    FeesCF

    Quarters Typically Offered

    Fall Online
    Winter Online
    Spring Online

    Designed to Serve Initially, this course will be offered for tech prep, high school students who want to explore careers and earn college credits. In the future, the course would serve two different types of students. First, it will serve students who are interested in the basics of e-commerce as a compliment to their field, such as travel, hospitality, office. Second it will serve students who plan to pursue e-commerce as a focus of their studies, and need an introductory course to prepare them for 225 (though it won’t be a prerequisite).
    Active Date 2011-06-14

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 35
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    1. INTRODUCTION: THE IMPACT OF E-COMMERCE ON OUR ECONOMY. Discussions: Trends, Search Engines, Communication. Daily Assignments: Explore categories on search engines, find specific company information, analyze specific website, research trends 2. TYPES OF E-COMMERCE Services (career search) Business to Consumer (retail) Business to Business 3. GLOBAL, SECURITY AND PUBLIC POLICY ISSUES Consumer Security Government Regulation Challenges in World Market Daily Assignments: Analyze site privacy statements and security measures, research regulations and watchdogs, review sites with international options, research global business barriers. 4. INTERNET MARKETING Advertising Selling on Your Site Distribution, Post-Sales Daily Assignments: Identify various types of online advertising, including banners, links, and search engines; analyze catalog/order usability, research delivery tracking. 5. PLANNING A SITE Site Components Support Services for Design/Maintenance Practice Setting Up Web Security, Electronic Payments Systems, and Legal Issues in Creating a Functioning On Line Store To Do List For Starting Your Own Site Daily Assignments: Analyze sites, research and evaluate resources, make plan for site creation

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Utilize internet tools in researching business information.

    Research e-commerce job descriptions and careers.

    Explain key business trends influenced by e-commerce

    Analyze sites to determine the business and marketing strategies utilized by businesses.

    Explain the broader context for e-commerce, including global issues, consumer rights, and public policy.

    Explain the capabilities and limitations of technology tools related to e-commerce.

  
  • BUSN 132 - Advertising

    5 Credits
    This course discusses the history and social impact of advertising.  It includes hands-on involvement and analyzing of integrated marketing communication (IMC) campaigns. 
     

    FeesCF

    Quarters Typically Offered

    Fall Day, Online
    Winter Online


    Designed to Serve General business students, students in other professional-technical programs, and the general public.
    Active Date 20190612T13:21:13

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 38
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    • Advertising as a social, historical, and economic institution.
    • Types of ads and types of ad agencies, including their services, departments.
    • The marketing mix and the promotional mix, including advertising, sales promotion, direct marketing, personal selling, public relations, publicity, and collateral material.
    • The advantages and disadvantages to various media: newspaper, magazine, direct mail, out door, television, radio, and Internet.
    • The integrated marketing communication (IMC) campaign: identify and target, define objectives, strategies and tactics; develop media plan; devise an assessment plan for measuring the campaign’s effectiveness.
    • Ethics in advertising.


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Analyze integrated marketing communications (IMC) for purpose, social change and business need.

    Critique marketing communication problems and scenarios based on industry standards.

    Discuss the professional and ethical principles of working in the advertising industry.

    Explain the appropriate tools and technologies used in current advertising industry standards.

    Analyze advertisements based on historically significant eras of advertising.

  
  • BUSN 133 - Basic Money Management

    3 Credits
    Anaylsis and examination of budgeting, net worth statements, credit, insurance, real estate, stocks, bonds, mutual funds, precious metals, taxes and tax shelters, retirement plans, and estate planning.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day
    Fall Day
    Winter Day
    Spring Day

    Designed to Serve General business AAS degree students, those planning to become a Certified Financial Planner (CFP), transfer, international and professional technical program students, and the general public.
    Active Date 20190612T13:21:12

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 38
    Contact Hours: Lecture 33
    Total Contact Hours 33
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    1. Budgeting, net worth, credit, savings accounts.
    2. Mutual Funds
    3. Compound Interest
    4. Precious Metals
    5. Insurance
    6. Taxes and Tax Shelters
    7. Real Estate Investments
    8. Retirement Plans
    9. Stocks and Bonds
    10. Estate Planning


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Create a budget that accurately represents spending and cash flow.

    Discuss the impact of one’s credit score on personal financial health.

    Assess insurance plans for various life stages.

    Evaluate the impact of various investment strategies for personal financial wealth, retirement preparation, and estate planning.

  
  • BUSN 134 - Principles of Sales

    5 Credits
    Examines consumer need and motivation, principles and techniques of selling. Includes theoretical and practical application of the selling process.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered


    Winter Day
    Spring Online

    Designed to Serve General business students and students of other professional technical programs as well as the general public
    Active Date 20170622T08:36:39

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 38
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    –The professional salesperson and selling psychology –Communication and listening skills –the six-step selling process –Relationship building and ethical issues –Time management in selling

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Evaluate and discuss the relationships between major selling elements

    Apply professional selling techniques in various role play activities

    Analyze and interpret sales models and their relationship to various selling situations

    Considering the audience, demonstrate effective communication using appropriate industry terminology

  
  • BUSN 135 - Business Mathematics

    5 Credits
    Teaches practical mathematical applications in business; emphasis on percentages, cash and trade discounts, markup and markdowns, depreciation, interest, present values, annuities and consumer credit. Learn how to make business math calculations by hand on paper and by using the spreadsheet program Excel. Deals with the theory and application to case situations. Extensive practice with the problem analysis, problem setup, making necessary calculations and making conclusions based on the calculations.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day, Online
    Fall Day, Online
    Winter Day, Online
    Spring Day, Online

    Designed to Serve General business students and students in other professional technical programs.
    Active Date 2013-09-30

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 28
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    ProfTech Related Instruction
    • Computation


    Course Outline
    I. Fractions II. Decimals III. Percentage A. Finding the percentage B. Finding the rate C. Finding the base IV. Trade Discounts A. Terminology B. Trade discount problem-solving rules C. Discount series D. Net Decimal Equivalent E. Single Decimal Equivalent V. Cash Discounts A. Invoice terms B. Partial payments VI. Merchandising A. Merchandising problem-solving rules B. Markdown and loss C. Calculating the percentage of markup D. Taxes and shipping cost VII. Depreciation A. Straight-line method B. Units-of-production method C. Sum-of-the-years-digits method D. Declining-balance method E. Partial-year depreciation VIII. Simple interest and discounting A. Simple add-on interest B. Calculating interest C. Calculating the principle D. Rate and time E. Discounting a note F. Discount rate versus interest rate IX. Compound interest (Future values) A. Nominal interest rate versus effective interest rate B. Finding the amounts of compound interest C. Rule of 72 X. Present value A. Conversion periods and interest rate B. Interchanging compound interest and present values C. Finding the present value of interest-bearing notes XI. Annuities A. Future values of annuities B. Present values of annuities C. Sinking funds

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Analyze business problems and make conclusions based on the calculations performed. Explain conclusions in words

    Perform arithmetic with the math operations: add, subtract, multiply, divide, exponents, parenthesis and the order of operations.

    Use Excel to perform business math calculations with an emphasis on data type, Number Formatting and formulas.

    Develop abilities to use fractions, decimals, and percentages to help make business decisions by hand on paper and by using the spreadsheet program Excel.

    Calculate various types of Cash Discounts and Trade Discounts by hand on paper and by using the spreadsheet program Excel.

    Calculate various types of Depreciation by hand on paper and by using the spreadsheet program Excel.

    Make simple interest, compound interest, futures value and present value calculations by hand on paper and by using the spreadsheet program Excel.

    Use calculations and concepts to make business and personal decisions

  
  • BUSN 138 - Principles of Marketing

    5 Credits
    Introduces the concepts of marketing as used in business today. Description and evaluation of the ways in which goods and services are developed to meet customer and consumer needs and distributed for domestic and international consumption; economic, government, social, and other environmental forces in relation to the marketing function; emphasis on relevant social problems and responsibilities.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day, Online
    Fall Day
    Winter Online
    Spring Day, Online

    Designed to Serve General Business students and other professional-technical students
    Active Date 20190612T13:21:10

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 38
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    1. An overview of strategic marketing
    2. The marketing environment
    3. Marketing ethics and social responsibility
    4. Target markets: segmentation and evaluation
    5. Consumer buying behavior
    6. Consumer buying behavior
    7. Marketing research and information systems
    8. Product concepts
    9. Developing and managing products
    10. Marketing channels and Supply chain management 
    11. Distribution
    12. Wholesaling
    13. Retailing
    14. Promotion
    15. Advertising and publicity
    16. Personal selling and sales promotion
    17. Pricing concepts
    18. Strategic market planning
    19. Implementing strategies and measuring performance
    20. International marketing


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Articulate the essential role of marketing activities for a firm.

    Apply the concept of the marketing mix: Product, pricing, promotions, and distribution of a basic marketing plan.

    Construct a situational analysis (SWOT analysis) for the firm.

    Develop a detailed marketing plan.

  
  • BUSN 139 - Pre-internship Seminar

    2 Credits
    To be taken at least one quarter before student plans to do an internship; prepare for internship by drafting resumes, cover letters and thank you letters; participate in mock interviews and brainstorm internship options in the public and private sectors.

    Course Note Taken before student plans to do an internship.
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered



    Spring Online

    Designed to Serve General and International Business degree students
    Active Date 20190612T13:21:09

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 28
    Contact Hours: Lecture 22
    Total Contact Hours 22
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    1. Finding an internship
    2. Resumes
    3. Cover letters
    4. Interviews
    5. Networking


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Successfully network to locate an internship in chosen career path.

    Construct a professional and effective resume specific to one’s career plans.

    Practice appropriate interview techniques in preparation for real-life applications.

    Prepare professional portfolio that incorporates the value using internship for professional growth.

  
  • BUSN 140 - Cooperative Education/Internship

    5 Credits
    Cooperative education is an internship with an employer that provides students with the opportunity to combine classroom theory with practical work experience. Experience gained in the workplace will be related to the student’s field of study or career goals.

    Instructor Permission Required Yes
    Course Note Requires work experience coordinated with instructor.
    FeesHD

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Online
    Fall Online
    Winter Online
    Spring Online

    Designed to Serve Students who want to gain practical work experience, test career choices and compare classroom theory with workplace practices
    Active Date 20190612T13:21:06

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Variable Credit Yes Range 1-5
    Continuous Enrollment Yes
    Class Limit 99
    Contact Hours: Worksite 150
    Total Contact Hours 150
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    1. Measurable learning objectives.
    2. Setting and accomplishing goals.
    3. Career development or exploration through work experience.
    4. Successful work habits and attitudes.
    5. Interpersonal communication skills.


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Create a learning plan in collaboration with employer and advisor which details skills that will be learned in the workplace.

    Perform assigned duties in a friendly and courteous manner and accept feedback.

    Communicate effectively with individuals and in a team environment.

    Demonstrate successful work habits and attitudes reflecting best practices in the workplace.

    Analyze problems and choose appropriate solutions, seeking clarification when necessary.

  
  • BUSN 151 - LANGUAGE FOR THE WORKPLACE

    2 Credits
    Language communication forth workplace (can be offered in any number of different languages, i.e. Spanish, Korean, Russian, Ukraine, Sign, etc.) Contextualized to the work place setting, this course provides business, non-profit and government employees with basic foreign language skills that will facilitate their being able to communicate with customers, vendors and colleagues on business related issues.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered





    Designed to Serve Employees in business, non profits and government who work with and interact with speakers of other languages.
    Active Date 2013-11-25

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 25
    Contact Hours: Lecture 22 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 22
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    The focus of the course will always be on the context of communication in the workplace with customers, vendors, and employees. Within that context, the five skills of language acquisition will be incorporated ongoing: (pronunciation, reading, speaking, understanding as well as appreciating the cultures of the language being learned will be incorporated.) Activities will include, oral reading, context oriented writing, presenting simple topics, and responding in role play situations. Beginning with a lesson on the workplace environment, whether government, business or non profit, and the course moves on to lessons on conversations among customers, vendors, administrators and other colleagues in the particular business, government or non profit industry. Activities will center around participant needs to be able to discuss the needs of non-English speaking customers, vendors and colleagues, and writing and reading written correspondence.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Participants will be able to communicate with customers, vendors, colleagues regarding workplace topics such as basic business expressions, serving citizens and customers, and specific services.

    Participants will be able to read aloud in the language being learned.

    Participants will be able to read (translate if necessary) written instructions and simple documents related to the workplace and functions of the business, government or non profit agency and write simple notes to customers vendors and colleagues as needed.

  
  • BUSN 155 - Entrepreneurship

    3 Credits
    Overview of contemporary principles and presentation of specific small business management tools and development of skills in analyzing and solving small business management problems.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered

    Fall Day



    Designed to Serve General business students, students in other professional-technical programs, and the general public
    Active Date 2014-02-20

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 38
    Contact Hours: Lecture 33 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 33
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    Introduction to the Business Plan Purpose of a Business Plan The Business Plan Narrative Outline of a Business Plan Executive Summary 1. Products/Services Description 2. Money Sources of Business Funding Startup Capital Startup Costs Break Even Analysis Source and Use of Funds Financial Assumptions Income Statement Cash Flow Statement Balance Sheet 3. Marketing Products and/or Services and your Unique Selling Proposition Pricing Strategy Sales/Distribution Plan Advertising and Promotions Plan Marketing Calendar 4. Management Ownership Structure Internal Management Team External Management Resources Human Resources Needs 5. Operation/Legal and Government Controls 6. Choices for Entity Structure include proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, limited liability companies, and joint ventures Governance and control Taxation Required reporting 7. State Regulations What type of licenses and/or permits do you need Zoning Explanation of any patents, copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, and contracts that will be needed. Product, manufacturing and inventory 8. Taxation Federal, state, and local taxes. 9. Information Sources The Small Business Administration - SBA.gov National Trade Association KCLS.org SBDCnet.org Census.gov WSBDC.org

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Explain the purpose of a business plan and key components that are included within the plan

    Develop an understanding of resources and management tools for small business and how to use them effectively

    Explain the various entity structures for a small business and the differences in taxation and management control

    Correctly explain and detail the procedures needed to apply for state and local business licenses.

    Explain the types and sources of funding for small business.

    Create a Balance Sheet, Income Statement, and Cash Flow Budget, and demonstrate an understanding of how these statements are used in small business decision making.

    Explain the definition of small business as used by the United States Small Business Administration.

  
  • BUSN 156 - Small Business Seminar

    4 Credits
    A series of small business seminars that build on business fundamentals in the areas of marketing, back office operations, and business finance. Each seminar applies to elements and knowledge needed to create a Business Plan.

    Instructor Permission Required Yes
    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Online
    Fall Online
    Winter Online
    Spring Online

    Designed to Serve Certificate and AAS students in Small Business/Entrepreneurship program. Any student needing practical small business skills
    Active Date 2014-04-30

    Grading System Credit/Non-Credit
    Variable Credit Yes Range 1-4
    Continuous Enrollment Yes
    Class Limit 99
    Contact Hours: Lecture 44 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 44
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    Seminars include topics such as: 1. Know your Market 2. Smart Marketing Strategies 3. Introduction to Facebook Marketing 4. WordPress 5. Online Marketing 6. Record Keeping 7. Using Statistics to Improve Operations 8. How to Find Money 9. How Much Money Will I Need? 10. Special Topics with Industry Focus

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Create a mission statement and outline for a small business idea

    Understand and explain the basics of financing startup, growth, working capital and fixed assets. List resources where small businesses can find financing options for each stage.

    Complete the financial section of a business plan which includes income statements and expense and cash flow projections.

    Develop cost projections for starting and expanding a business and calculate the amount of money needed.

    Explain the importance of Market Segmentation and develop a marketing plan for a small business venture

    Develop marketing techniques using Facebook and other online marketing tools.

    Build a sample website using WordPress and explain the information you will need for the site to be an effective marketing tool.

  
  • BUSN 157 - Grant Writing/Grassroots Fundraising

    5 Credits
    Raising money for nonprofits with focus on organizations serving marginalized communities. Includes strategies for identifying foundation and government grants, conducting research and building relationships, writing letters of inquiry and preparing effective proposals, identifying and analyzing grassroots fundraising strategies to maximize organizational and community assets, finding and cultivating individual donors, making effective asks, and using fundraising as a leadership development tool. Course will include student-led projects to design fundraising tools for local nonprofits.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered



    Spring Evening

    Designed to Serve Certificate Non-Profit Management; AAS Small Business; Continuing Education
    Active Date 2015-04-02

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 32
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    1. Charitable giving landscape
    2. Targeting and relationship building
    3. Goals, objectives and strategies
    4. Effective proposals
    5. Asset mapping and grassroots fundraising
    6. Identifying, asking and upgrading donors
    7. (Fund)raising up leaders
    8. Student-led community projects


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Properly research private foundation and government grants with funding criteria matching NP mission and program.

    Construct effective letters of inquiry and grant proposals.

    Select grassroots funding strategies that amplify organizational assets.

    Create a project that details how fundraising activities can be used to develop leadership in marginalized communities.

    Create tools to advance a local non-profit's fundraising efforts, based on organizational needs.

  
  • BUSN 158 - Cultivating Individual Donors

    2 Credits
    Finding and cultivating individual donors for non-profit entitites. Relationship building and making the ask of the right person, for the right amount, at the right time. Maintaining a donor database

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Designed to Serve Certificate in Non-Profit Management; AAS Small Business/Entrepreneurship; Continuing Education & community
    Active Date 2014-08-27

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 32
    Contact Hours: Lecture 22 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 22
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    Planning Prospect Research Cultivation Asking Stewardship

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Describe and apply techniques for identifying individual donors and strategically building donor base

    Apply techniques for cultivating donor relationships and maximizing fundraising through individual donations by asking for the right amount of the right person at the right time

    Explain the process of maintaining an efficient and effective donor database

  
  • BUSN 160 - Human/Labor Relations

    5 Credits
    Study of human/labor relations in the workplace today. This course focuses on the global strategies and management approaches from the perspectives of labor and culture which influence behavior within organizational settings. Topics include contemporary workplace issues faced by employers such as diversity and global matters, the impact of technology, ethics and social responsibility, communication, problem solving, and group dynamics/teamwork.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Day, Online
    Fall Day, Online
    Winter Day, Online
    Spring Day, Online

    Designed to Serve For all students who seek to develop a deeper awareness of the relationship between personal achievement and organizational growth.
    Active Date 20190619T15:01:40

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 34
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    AA
    • Diversity & Globalism

    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    ProfTech Related Instruction
    • Human Relations


    Course Outline
    1. Human Relations
    2. Perception
    3. Motivation
    4. Intercultural communication
    5. Creative Problem Solving/Working Within the Organization.
    6. Group Dynamic/Teamwork/Goal Setting
    7. Diversity/Ethics
    8. Cross-Cultural Comparison
    9. Leadership/Power/Change
    10. Employee rights/Workplace Expectations/Maintaining Balance.


    Student Learning Outcomes
    Accurately interpret human relations concepts based on real-world business scenarios.

    Formulate strategies to strengthen human relations skills based on a series of ongoing self-assessments.

    Develop an equity lens to respond to diversity awareness and tolerance.

    Use intercultural competence to practice professional interactions for a diverse environment.

  
  • BUSN 165 - Managing Customer Service

    5 Credits
    Examines concepts of service management and customer relations skills, including customer service levels, service delivery systems and evaluating customer satisfaction.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered





    Designed to Serve Customer service certificate students, general business and other professional technical program students
    Active Date 2012-09-28

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 35
    Shared Learning Environment Yes
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    1. Strategic vision and planning 2. Moments of truth 3. Dissatisfied customers 4. Employee empowerment 5. Establishing service levels 6. Delivery systems 7. Measuring customer satisfaction 8. Customer relations

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Describe how an understanding of how customer service helps companies succeed

    Demonstrate the concepts of effective customer service management

    Develop awareness of how employee empowerment contributes to customer relations skills

    Demonstrate the ability to evaluate and improve existing customer service delivery systems

  
  • BUSN 175 - Retailing

    5 Credits
    Retailing examines the operations and management of various types of retailing entities around the world. The course covers basic retail management strategies, merchandise planning, sales promotion, customer service, and control practices.

    Fees

    Quarters Typically Offered
    Summer Online




    Designed to Serve General business students as well as students in other professional-technical programs and the general public
    Active Date 2011-02-17

    Grading System Decimal Grade
    Class Limit 38
    Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0
    Total Contact Hours 55
    Degree Distributions:
    ProfTech Course Yes
    Restricted Elective Yes
    Course Outline
    Perspectives on retailing: Definition of retailing, types of retailers, and changes in the retail industry. Retail strategic planning and operations management. Retail customers: Demographic, social, economic, and political trends; consumer behavior model Models of retail competition. Management of the supply chain: Types of chains and retailer-supplier relations. Legal and ethical behavior: Price fixing, promotional constraints; product constraints; supply constraints; ethics in retailing. Market selection and retail location analysis Management of retailer’s finances Merchandise buying and handling: Dollar-merchandise plan; inventory planning; vendor negotiations. Retail pricing: Objectives and policies. Advertising and promotion. Customer services and retail selling. Store layout and design. Managing retail human resources.

    Student Learning Outcomes
    1. Make recommendations about the strategic management of the elements of the retail mix at the operational level in different retail sectors and competitive situations.

    2. Identify key factors that make the positioning real for consumers and produce cohesive plans for the store level management to effect the positioning.

    3. Produce detailed, actionable, merchandise, space usage, layout and design, and service offering specifications for a retail store.

    4. Identify how organizational structure and processes at different level of the organization facilitate cohesive managements of elements of the retail mix in delivery of the positioning in store.

    5. Analyze the job content of differing roles in retail management and evaluate the suitability of their knowledge, skills, and inclinations for a career in retailing.

 

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