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	HSER 101 - Introduction to Human Services 5 Credits Provides an overview of the field of human services, history of the field, settings for practice, skills, values, and legal and ethical issues. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Summer Online Fall Day Winter Online Spring Online Designed to Serve Professional-Technical students in Human Services and AA transfer students as a transfer elective or part of an emphasis area Active Date 20200330T21:15:26 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 38 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Transferable Elective Yes Course Outline I. History of the field of human services II. Professional activities, roles, and practice, sponsorship and funding Mechanisms III. Theoretical Foundations IV. Knowledge, skills, attitudes/values of the human services professional V. Laws, ethical guidelines, and ethical decision-making VI. Human rights and social issues, and outside forces impacting human services delivery VII. Professional and personal development Student Learning Outcomes Discuss the major defining elements of human services including its contributions, the roles of those who work in the field, individuals served, and practice settings. Explain the historical events that led to the development of human services and examine the impact of social, economic, and political change on services. Apply fundamental theories of human development and those of the helping professionals to circumstances involving individuals in need of assistance. Describe the core human services values, critical legal concerns, and apply ethical guidelines to potential ethical dilemmas. Explain the current mechanisms for the delivery of human services, including their organization, funding sources and the process of meeting the needs of individuals, families, and communities. Discuss the critical skills necessary for effective practice by human services professionals.
	HSER 102 - Physiology of Psychoactive Drugs 3 Credits An overview of the physiological effects of alcohol and other psychoactive drugs on the individual, family, and society. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Winter Online Designed to Serve Professional technical students in Chemical Dependency Professional or Human Services Transfer students as an area of emphasis Those employed in the fields of chemical dependency counseling or human services Active Date 2016-04-05 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 38 Contact Hours: Lecture 33 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 33 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Overview of drug use, history, classes of drugs, pharmacological properties, their use, the behavioral, psychological, social, and health effects of psychoactive substances, the drug use continuum, the varying courses of addiction, addictive behaviors, substance abuse and infectious diseases, accurate screening, treatment, and prevention. I. Introduction to drug use II. Commonly used substances, their classification and effects III. Impact of substance abuse on the individual IV. Impact of substance abuse on the family, significant others, and communities V. Distinguishing substance abuse disorders from other medical and psychological disorders VI. Co-occurring disorders VII. Screening VIII. Determining risk factors Student Learning Outcomes Classify psychoactive substances, describe their properties, and their health and behavioral effects Discuss the impact of substance abuse on personal identity and human systems Explain how medical and psychological disorders may co-exist with disorders involving substance abuse. Describe how substance abuse disorders may mimic other medical or psychological disorders. Describe the drug use continuum and explain the nature of addiction Identify strategies for screening for the following: toxicity, intoxication, withdrawal symptoms, danger to self or others, along with co-existing mental health problems. Identify interactions among drugs and their consequences Demonstrate the necessary knowledge and communication skills to effectively and accurately educate others about drug use and its consequences.
	HSER 103 - Case Management 5 Credits This course introduces the concept of generalist case management with an in-depth emphasis on roles, responsibilities, competencies, effective documentation and service coordination. Core topics also include collaborative process of assessment, action plan, implementation, monitoring, networking and referrals. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Fall Day Designed to Serve Professional technical students in Human Services. Transfer students as an area of emphasis. Individuals employed in human services. Active Date 20200330T21:15:26 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 36 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes PLA Eligible New Option Course Outline I. Historical Perspectives, principles, values and ethics standards II. Models on Case Management III. Assessment and Intake Interviewing Skills IV. Culturally Responsive Case Management Practices V. Building and maintaining case file VI. Service Coordination, Inter-organizational and interdisciplinary Collaboration VII. Effective Documentation and Case Notes VIII. Outreach, Referrals, Advocacy and Leadership IX. Financial aspects of case management and the challenges of doing more with fewer resources X. Practice Evaluation, improvement and professional development Student Learning Outcomes Describe the historical context for the emergence of case management in human service delivery Explain the process of case management, the ethical and legal perspectives and demonstrate competency in assessment, planning and implementation Explain and apply the models of case management Demonstrate proficiency in building case files that include information related to agency’s policy, needs of the client and the services delivered Describe the importance of service coordination, referrals, monitoring, advocacy, inter-organizational and interdisciplinary collaboration Discuss the critical areas of competence and best practices for case manager
	HSER 104 - Relapse Prevention 3 Credits An overview of approaches and skills used by chemical dependency professionals in relapse prevention, including identification and assessment of relapse, motivation techniques, family involvement and additional individualized interventions and practices. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Spring Evening Designed to Serve Professional technical and transfer students in Chemical Dependency Professional or Human Services. Transfer students as an area of emphasis. Individuals employed in the fields of chemical dependency counseling or human services. Active Date 2011-06-15 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 36 Contact Hours: Lecture 33 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 33 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline I. The role of relapse prevention in the treatment and recovery process II. Relapse prevention models III. Identification and assessment of relapse IV. Cognitive, behavioral, and pharmacological interventions V. Relapse prevention strategies VI. Developing a relapse prevention plan VII. Client motivation and responsibility VIII. Crisis identification and management Student Learning Outcomes Explain relapse prevention theory, and current relapse prevention models. Identify signs and symptoms of relapse. Select cognitive, behavioral, and pharmacological interventions appropriate for relapse prevention. Obtain medical pharmacological resources for chemical dependency counselors. Describe the importance encouraging client participation in selecting relapse prevention strategies. Design a relapse prevention plan. Demonstrate motivational interviewing. Discuss strategies for family involvement, and other natural supports. Teach basic and life skills that enhance the recovery process. Develop a plan and response to potential high-risk situations.
	HSER 105 - Individual, Couple and Family CD Counseling 5 Credits Chemical dependency treatment models, interventions and effective practices for counseling individuals and families. Addresses diagnostic criteria, treatment model selection and timing, documentation, communication skills and therapeutic relationships, crisis management and the role of clinical supervision. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Winter Evening Designed to Serve Professional technical students in Chemical Dependency Professional or Human Services. Transfer students as an area of emphasis. Individuals employed in the fields of chemical dependency counseling or human services. Active Date 2013-03-19 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 36 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline I. Diagnostic criteria including the DSM-IV and the American Society of Addiction Medicine(ASAM) criteria. II. Characteristics of effective treatment models III. Application of models, strategies, and interventions along the continuum of care IV. Medical and pharmacological resources V. Effective counseling techniques and skills VI. Establishing productive relationships with clients and families VII. Crisis management VIII. Promoting family support and positive change IX. Accurate and concise documentation X. Teaching basic and life skills XI. Clinical supervision Student Learning Outcomes Discuss and compare current treatment models for individuals and families. Demonstrate effective listening, communication, and other basic counseling and interviewing techniques and skills. Utilize established diagnostic criteria (DSM-IV and ASAM) to guide treatment decisions. Identify and access medical and pharmacological resources for chemical dependency counseling. Explain the impact of substance abuse on the family. Apply appropriate interventions to the client’s stage of recovery, needs, interests, and resources. Establish a relationship with the client characterized by warmth, genuineness, empathy, respect, and concreteness. Encourage client understanding, participation, problem solving, and collaboration in relation to their treatment needs. Teach basic and life skills that lead to positive change. Respond appropriately to client behaviors that are inconsistent with recovery.
	HSER 106 - Chemical Dependency Case Management 5 Credits Addresses the critical components of chemical dependency case management and the knowledge, skills, and values necessary for the process to succeed. Includes a complete overview of the essential steps involved in case management, helper and client roles in the relationship, application of current instruments for diagnosis and assessment, and the development of effective treatment plans. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Fall Weekend Designed to Serve Professional technical students in Chemical Dependency Professional. Transfer students as an area of emphasis. Individuals employed in the field of chemical dependency counseling. Active Date 2016-05-03 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 36 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline 1. Survey of chemical dependency case management roles and responsibilities; 2. Adapting therapeutic approaches to individual client needs; 3. Ethical guidelines essential to chemical dependency case management; 4. Preparing and maintaining accurate reports; 5. The components of the case management process; 6. Diagnosis and assessment (DSM V and ASAM) 7. Individual treatment plans; 8. The counselor client relationship. Student Learning Outcomes Adapts therapeutic approaches to client needs, culture, and circumstances Describes all essential components of the chemical dependency case management process Applies ethical guidelines to the chemical dependency case management process Prepares and maintains accurate records Develops a positive, collaborative and successful therapeutic relationship Places the client in the appropriate level of care according to current ASAM standards Engages in accurate diagnosis according the DSM V Communicates effectively, verbally and written, with co-workers and cilents
	HSER 108 - Community Mental Health 5 Credits This course provides an overview of mental health, the historical treatment and stigma surrounding mental illness and the corresponding shift towards community care systems, wellness and empowerment, with an emphasis on managed care, service delivery, referrals and rehabilitation. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Spring Day Designed to Serve Professional technical students in Substance Use Disorder or Human Services. Transfer students as an area of emphasis. Individuals employed in services or Substance Use Disorder counseling or human services. Active Date 20200401T13:21:30 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 36 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Historical context, changing approaches to treatment, undefined/hidden burden and impact of mental illness Brief history of mental health policy in the United States, shift to community care, addressing current challenges Cultural perspectives and definition of mental health Causes of mental illness (environment, genes, psycho-social development, medication, social-stress) Methods of intervention Community care system (institutional versus community environments, approaches to integrating services, referrals to appropriate services, role of families Dilemmas of professional practice, ethical issues Managed mental health care (basic mechanisms, types, opportunities and problems) Mental illness, community and the law (relationship between mental illness and violence, outpatient commitment and mental health courts, right to treatment, right to refuse treatment) Student Learning Outcomes Discuss the role of Human Services Professionals in Community Mental Health Explain the historical context of mental health and the shift in assessment, treatment and access to care Explain the intersectionality of race, gender, culture, socioeconomic status and common mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression Describe the impact of mental health disorder on individuals, caregivers, families and communities, such as quality of life, educational difficulties, lowered productivity, poverty, social problems, vulnerability to abuse and additional health problems Discuss the prevalence of substance abuse, environmental factors, violence and its impact on co-occurring disorders
	HSER 109 - Chemical Dependency Group Counseling 5 Credits Introduces the student to the benefits and essential components involved in conducting treatment groups. Focuses on the knowledge, mindset, and skills required to lead successful groups that attain true outcomes. Students are expected to demonstrate these skills in role-play scenarios whenever appropriate. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Winter Weekend Designed to Serve Professional technical students in Chemical Dependency Professional. Transfer students as an area of emphasis. Individuals employed in the field of chemical dependency counseling. Active Date 2016-05-03 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 36 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline 1. The role of group therapy in the treatment process; 2. Stages of group development; 3. Theories, models, and approaches for chemical dependency group counseling; 4. Understanding group dynamics and the application of appropriate group counseling practices; 5. Forming and structuring the group process; 6. Documenting success in a group format; 7. Building relationships in a group format; 8. Ethical guidelines in a group setting; 9. Evidence-based practices, and curricula, and additional resources for use with treatment groups. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrates culturally relevant group counseling practices Determines criteria to help ensure group success, e.g. membership, rules, outcomes, and completion criteria Effectively applies a group structure and format that engages participants Manages unpredictable conversations and behaviors Assesses stages of group development and responds appropriately Demonstrates effective group leadership and facilitation skills Researches and selects relevant topics that engage participants and addresses addiction from a holistic perspective Reflects on previous group experience and modifies approaches when necessary
	HSER 110 - Interviewing & Counseling 5 Credits This course introduces students to basic interviewing and counseling techniques used in the helping profession, focusing on attending, listening and actions skills. Ethical issues, role of social justice, attention to the role of microaggressions, common challenges affecting the counseling process are also discussed. Students are required to apply the concepts learned and actively participate in group activities and role-plays. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Winter Day Designed to Serve Professional-Technical students in Human Services. Transfer students as part of the emphasis area. Active Date 20200330T21:15:26 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 38 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes PLA Eligible New Option Course Outline I. Skills for Building Rapport with Client II. Skills for Ethical Interviewing III. Skills for Obtaining and Understanding Client’s Story IV. Skills for identifying and working with Client’s strenghts and interests V. Skills for Intervention VI. Documentation and Interpreting Client’s messages/data Student Learning Outcomes Describe the basic helping skills for building rapport with clients Identify and analyze factors involved with initiating, developing and terminating an interview or counseling session Explain the importance of confidentiality, self-disclosure and informed consent in the helping profession. Apply interviewing and counseling skills by participating in role-plays during class and completing reflection papers on one’s learning and experiences Demonstrate the attitudes, skills and knowledge of best practice strategies appropriate for diverse human service settings
	HSER 113 - Adolescent CD Counseling 3 Credits Explores adolescent development, assessment, treatment and prevention of adolescent chemical dependency. Reviews research-based treatment models for youth, the counseling of families and state requirements for youth treatment professionals and programs. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Fall Evening Designed to Serve Professional technical and transfer students in Chemical Dependency Professional or Human Services. Transfer students as an area of emphasis. Individuals currently employed in chemical dependency counseling or human services. Active Date 2013-03-19 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 36 Contact Hours: Lecture 33 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 33 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline I. Adolescent development II. Risk factors III. Youth culture and drugs IV. Diagnosis V. Assessment techniques and instruments VI. Interviewing techniques VII. Overcoming resistance VIII. Diagnostic criteria and treatment recommendations IX. Impact on self and families X. Family participation and treatment XI. Requirements for adolescent treatment services Student Learning Outcomes Summarize key aspects of adolescent development. Explain the impact of substance abuse on youth. Describe the impact of youth substance in the family. Compare risk and resiliency factors for different groups. Describe how cultural contexts affect youth substance abuse. Utilize ASAM criteria to guide placement decisions. List and describe research-based treatment techniques for youth. Describe prevention strategies known to be effective with youth. Identify and plans referrals to ancillary treatment services. Describe Washington State requirements for adolescent chemical dependency counseling including specific requirements for assessment, counseling, referral, admission, reporting, and behavior management of youth.
	HSER 119 - Laws, Professionalism, and Ethics 3 Credits Addresses the legal requirements and ethical guidelines for chemical dependency professionals, the ethical decision-making process, effective therapeutic relationships and professional development and well being. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Spring Online Designed to Serve Professional technical and transfer students in Chemical Dependency Professional or Human Services. Transfer students as an area of emphasis. Individuals employed in the fields of chemical dependency counseling or human services. Active Date 2011-06-15 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 36 Contact Hours: Lecture 33 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 33 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline I. Legal requirements II. Ethical guidelines III. Ethical decision-making IV. Legal resources V. Counselor and client communication VI. Counselor client relationships VII. Professional development VIII. Personal physical and mental health IX. Supervision and the supervisory relationship Student Learning Outcomes Describe guidelines and requirements necessary to address ethical and legal issues including confidentiality, client at risk for suicide or violence, self-disclosure, mandatory reporting requirements, and client rights. List and explain specific legal requirements for chemical dependency professionals. Demonstrate the ability to accurately and clearly inform clients of their rights. Describe confidentiality regulations as they apply to the referral process, and all client information-sharing activities. Demonstrate the ability to engage in the ethical decision-making process. Describe the importance of a respectful and nonjudgemental relationship with, and when referring to, all clients. Develop a plan to meet continuing education requirements, continued research, learning, and professional growth. Develop a plan to maintain one’s own physical and mental health. Demonstrates the ability to assess one’s own performance. Explain the role of clinical supervision and the importance of a positive supervisory relationship.
	HSER 120 - Group Process 5 Credits This course provides an overview of basic elements of group process, with a focus on stages of group development, including introduction to group work; guidelines for multicultural practice; ethical and professional issues in group practice, group leadership and application of group process to schools and community agency settings. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Winter Day Designed to Serve Professional technical students in Human Services. Transfer students as an area of emphasis. Individuals currently employed human services. Active Date 20200401T13:21:31 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 38 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes PLA Eligible New Option Course Outline Introduction, Value of Group Work, Historical Perspectives Group types, stages and Purpose Elements of Group Culture and structure Using Counseling theories in Groups Basic Skills for Group Leaders Introducing, Conducting and processing group activities/exercises Ethical and legal foundations of Group Work Valuing Diversity and addressing barriers to interacting with diverse peers Conflict management and Resolution Student Learning Outcomes Discuss the different stages of group development and characteristics of each of the stages Explain the different procedures for forming a group, purposes and functions of each type of group Explain the process of facilitating group sessions at different stages, to include a balance between having a degree of structure versus being flexible with the process Discuss group leadership skills, establishing ground rules, encouraging full participation, and dealing with problematic behaviors Articulate how professional ethics, personal values, and cultural responsiveness impacts group counseling in schools and community agencies
	HSER 126 - Foundations of Supported Employment 5 Credits Examines the history, values, public policy, individualized planning and positive approaches that have influenced the inclusion of people with developmental disabilities into work and community life. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Fall Day Designed to Serve Employment professional currently providing supported employment services. Active Date 2011-06-15 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 22 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline I. Historical Perspectives II. Institutionalization and Inclusion III. Systematic Instruction: Preparing to Teach IV. Systematic Instruction: Teaching V. Systematic Instruction: Practicum VI. Relationship and Choice VII. Individualized Approaches VIII. Service Funding systems and Policy IX. Positive Approaches in supporting Behavior Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate a historical perspective and an understanding of the impact history on the current professional services provider role. Identify how supported employment services support the benefits outlined in the County Guidelines. Demonstrate the ability to use People First Language. Demonstrate the knowledge of the value of Task Design in preparation for teaching. Develop and utilize Task Analysis in teaching tasks. Demonstrate knowledge of Systematic Instruction Strategies. Demonstrate the ability to dialogue about the value of self-determination in supporting individuals. Complete a customized Employment Personal Profile for at least one current client. Identify funding systems issues currently facing the industry. Complete a functional Assessment of Behavior.
	HSER 140 - Field Practicum I 4 Credits This introductory practicum offers the student the opportunity to apply theoretical learning in selected human services settings under the direct supervision of qualified agency personnel; to be arranged through the Human Services coordinator. Instructor Permission Required Yes FeesHD Quarters Typically Offered Summer Online Fall Online Winter Online Spring Online Designed to Serve Students pursuing a degree or certificate in Human Services, or as an area of emphasis for the AA Transfer degree. Active Date 20220314T08:38:33 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Variable Credit Yes Range 1-4 Internship Yes Class Limit 38 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Field Studies 120 Total Contact Hours 120 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Enroll concurrently in H SER 141 Practicum Seminar and successfully complete all required assignments. Complete all required Cooperative Documentation, including learning objectives for the current quarter. Help arrange, and participate in a meeting (site visit) to include the student, site supervisor, and faculty supervisor. Maintain professional work behavior and collaborate with the site and faculty supervisors. Student Learning Outcomes Create a learning plan in collaboration with employer and advisor that details skills to be learned in the workplace. Perform assigned duties and accept feedback about performance (when offered) in a professional manner. 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 if necessary. Compose a concise, one paragraph, self-assessment directly addressing the attainment of each of the learning objectives included in the learning plan.
	HSER 141 - Practicum Seminar I 1 Credits In an highly interactive online environment, students complete and submit practicum documentaion, address legal and ethical issues related to their site, track progress on practicum learning objectives, network with the other students, self-evaluate their progress, and discuss trends and best practices. Pre-requisite(s) Concurrent enrollment in H SER 140 Instructor Permission Required Yes Fees Quarters Typically Offered Summer Online Fall Online Winter Online Spring Online Designed to Serve For students interested in a career as a Human Services Worker and students interested in a transfer to a four-year college. Active Date 2011-06-15 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 38 Contact Hours: Lecture 11 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 11 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline I. Compete Cooperative Education documation and submit Cooperative Education Profile, Agreement, and Learning Plan, including site supervisor signatures as required. II. Arrange a site visit for faculty Cooperative Education supervisor III. Complete all Practicum Seminar assignments. IV. Complete Student Evaluation, secure the completion of Employer Evaluation of Student, and Time Sheet, including all necessary site supervisor signatures. Student Learning Outcomes Complete accurate, thoughtful, and high-quality learning objectives, and additional Cooperative Education documentation. Successfully and respectfully network with other seminar students. Identify and discuss skillls, knowledge, and attitudes developed during the practicum experience. Apply skillls, knowledge, and attitudes developed during the academic program to the practicum experience. Self-evaluate progress made on practicum learning objectives.
	HSER 211 - Adulthood and Aging 5 Credits Introduces students to the complex dynamics of the aging process, including psychological and physiological developments, changing roles and status, health issues and ageism. Promotes a strength-based approach to understanding aging, using a holistic model to encourage healthy, joyous living. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Fall Day Designed to Serve Students pursuing a Professional-Technical degree in Human Services, or an AA Transfer Degree as part of an area of emphasis. Active Date 2011-06-15 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 38 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline I. Historical Perspective II. Current National and Global Views of Adulthood and Aging III. Research and Theoretical Perspectives IV. Physical Aspects of Aging V. Cognitive Aspects of Aging VI. Lifestyle Features (Education, Work, Leisure/Recreation, Retirement, Living Arrangements VII. Service Delivery and Continuum of Care VIII. Family and Natural Supports IX. Social Policy X. Aging in Traditional Cultures XI. Aging and Mental Health XII. Death and Bereavement Student Learning Outcomes Discuss historical changes that have impacted adulthood and aging and shaped society’s view of aging. Describe recent demographic shifts and their consequences, current scientific and medical advancements, and future trends. Describe the impact of culture, gender, and social class on the aging process and responses to aging. Evaluate and discuss current theories and models for aging well. Analyze and interpret current research findings on aging. Identify the primary physical and psychological consequences of aging.
	HSER 220 - ASAM Criteria and Treatment Placement 3 Credits Provides an overview of how to develop multi-dimensional assessment skills using the ASAM criteria to guide individualized treatment decisions. Instructor Permission Required Yes Fees Quarters Typically Offered Designed to Serve Practicing mental health professionals credentialed at the master’s level who qualify to benefit from alternative licensing requirements as established by the Washington State DOH. Active Date 20190612T13:19:48 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 36 Contact Hours: Lecture 33 Total Contact Hours 33 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline I. ASAM Criteria II. Intake and Assessment III. Service Planning and Placement IV. Withdrawal and intoxication Management V. Level of Care Placement VI. Application to Adult Special Populations VI. Emerging Understandings of Addiction Student Learning Outcomes Describe basic principles of ASAM and language changes in the new edition. Accurately determine ASAM Levels of Care. Incorporate ASAM's definition of substance use disorders into treatment decisions. Apply multidimensional assessment and treatment skills and report writing. Distinguish between treatment driven and program driven treatment. Employ the team approach in treatment interventions. Explain how evidence-based treatment impacts successful outcomes.
	HSER 221 - Adolescent Development 5 Credits Acquaints students with the theories of development and sexuality of young people. Factors influencing youth development such as family, culture, religion, education and social stratification will be addressed. This holistic course will help students understand the full range of adolescent attitudes and behavior. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Summer Online Winter Day Designed to Serve Students pursuing a Professional-Technical degree in Human Services, or an AA Transfer degree as a transferable elective or as part of an area of emphasis. Active Date 2011-06-15 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 38 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Transferable Elective Yes Course Outline I. Physical Development II. Cognitive Development III. Cultural Beliefs IV. Gender V. Identity Development VI. Family Relationships VII. Friends and Peers VIII. Dating, Love, and Sexuality IX. Youth-related problems and Solutions Student Learning Outcomes Explain major biological and cognitive stages along with their implications during the period of adolescent development. Assess and explain the impact of culture on development. Identify major problems that may occur during adolescence and possibilities for prevention. Summarize research results and discuss their potential implications. Discuss youth development issues and their impact on peer, family, and community relationships. Discuss traditional gender roles and current trends and pressures on youth.
	HSER 222 - Introduction to Substance Use Disorders 3 Credits Provides an overview of the issue of substance abuse, including history, extent of the problem and prevention and treatment. Introduces models and theories of addiction and treatment, differences in abuse patterns among groups, the impact of social systems and resources for the chemical dependency professional. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Fall Online Spring Online Designed to Serve Professional technical students in Chemical Dependency Professional and Human Services Transfer students as an area of emphasis. Individuals employed in the fields of chemical dependency, counseling and human services. Active Date 20230331T12:42:24 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 38 Contact Hours: Lecture 33 Total Contact Hours 33 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Transferable Elective Yes Course Outline Models and theories of addiction, the role of systems, including the impact, on and the role of families, research and information sources, treatment variables, and prevention. A. Theories and models of addiction B. Evaluating, selecting and applying models of treatment C. Factors leading to successful treatment and recovery D. Social, political, economic, and cultural factors E. Government, organizational, and educational resources F. Theories and strategies for prevention of substance abuse Student Learning Outcomes Describe current, and most effective, research based models. List the general signs and symptoms of substance abuse. Describe the impact of substance abuse on the individual, family systems, and the role of families in the recovery process. Access and obtain current and beneficial information from internet, print, and community-based sources. Develop effective prevention strategies. Define key terms and concepts used in the discussion of current theories and models. Discuss the complexity of substance abuse, and the treatment and recovery process. Explain the multidisciplinary nature of the field of chemical dependency and contributions from other fields including psychology, sociology, and medicine. Explain the importance of individualizing treatment, sensitivity to group and cultural differences and individual views and perspectives. Analyze a variety of treatment variables such as family involvement, self-referral, and length of treatment, then determine when and how they should be applied.
	HSER 223 - Introduction to Positive Youth Development 5 Credits Introduces students to the strength-based paradigm of positive youth development by focusing on the talents and abilities of young people. The course emphasizes the inclusive application of these practices to help ensure the successful development of older chidren, adolecents, and young adults. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Spring Day Designed to Serve Professional/technical students in Human Services. Transfer students as part of the emphasis area. Active Date 2011-06-15 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 38 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline I. A brief history of youth services; II. Intervention and prevention of youth-related problems; III. The positive youth development framework; IV. General application of the PYD model to the family, relationships, community and society; V. Designing specific environments and activities based on PYD principles; VI. Advocating for an inclusive strength-based approach to supporting successful youth development. Student Learning Outcomes Summarize the evoluton of youth services from past to present. Apply the risk and resilience framework to the reduction and prevention of youth-related problems; Distinguish positive youth development principles from other perspectives. Apply positive youth development principles to general practices within the ecological framework. Design specific youth activities that clealy reflect positive youth development principles. Compose in writing and argue verbally for the need for a positive youth development approach.
	HSER 225 - Individual, Family, and Group Addiction Counseling 3 Credits Provides an overview of therapies for individuals, families, and groups experiencing substance use disorder (SUD).Students develop skills in creating individualized treatment interventions for their treatment participants. Instructor Permission Required Yes Fees Quarters Typically Offered Designed to Serve Practicing mental health professionals credentialed at the master’s level who qualify to benefit from alternative licensing requirements as established by the Washington State DOH. Active Date 20190612T13:19:47 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 36 Contact Hours: Lecture 33 Total Contact Hours 33 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Course Outline i. Integral Care II. Family Systems with Addiction III. Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) IV. Stages of Addiction Treatment V. Families and Recovery VI. Creating Psychoeducational Groups Student Learning Outcomes Identify and prescribe individualized service needs for SUD participants. Identify and prescribe the appropriate family treatment options for participants receiving SUD services Differentiate between evidence-based and integral counseling techniques. Explain how trauma or adverse childhood events influences behavioral functioning. Identify and adjust to group dynamics in SUD treatment disorder groups. Develop group psychoeducational materials for your SUD practice.
	HSER 231 - Disability Issues and Practices 2 Credits This course presents an overview of the historical and societal context in which individuals with disabilities are marginalized, discusses the major groupings of disabilities, and offers numerous models of practice for human services professionals. It addresses policy, theory and practice, focusing on disability from an empowerment perspective rather than the dysfunction of disability. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Fall Online Designed to Serve Professional-Technical students in Human Services. Transfer students as part of an emphasis area. Active Date 20200330T21:15:28 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 38 Contact Hours: Lecture 22 Total Contact Hours 22 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline I. The Meanings and History of Disability in Society II. Traditional Approaches to Disability: Moral v. Medical Models III. Disability Laws and Policies IV. Disability Culture V. Early Interventions VII. Educational, social and academic supports VIII. Human Service Practice Framerwork Student Learning Outcomes Explain how societal perceptions and social policies impact opportunities for and expectations of individuals with disabilities Discuss the impact of disability on human development and human behavior Compare and contrast the disability culture and other cultures such as racial and ethnic culture Discuss the historical foundations of the laws, policies, practices and the key legislation that affect the lives of individuals with disabilities Describe the primary disability groups and their implications for family, school, work, and community participation Discuss the roles and functions of human services professionals in meeting the needs of individuals with disabilities and their families
	HSER 240 - Practicum II 4 Credits Continuation of H SER 140; student will provide services in a setting related to his/her option. There will be opportunity for direct client contact to enhance skills in interviewing, observation, documentation, assessment and intervention planning. Pre-requisite(s) H SER 140 w/ min 2.0 Instructor Permission Required Yes FeesHD Quarters Typically Offered Summer Online Fall Online Winter Online Spring Online Designed to Serve Students pursuing a degree or certificate in human services, or as an area of emphasis for the AA Transfer degree. Active Date 20220314T08:39:04 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Variable Credit Yes Range 1-4 Internship Yes Class Limit 38 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Field Studies 120 Total Contact Hours 120 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Enroll concurrently in H SER 241 Practicum Seminar and successfully complete all required assignments. Complete all required Cooperative Documentation, including learning objectives for the current quarter. Help arrange, and participate in a meeting (site visit) to include the student, site supervisor, and faculty supervisor. Maintain professional work behavior and collaborate with the site and faculty supervisors. Student Learning Outcomes Create a learning plan in collaboration with employer and advisor that details skills to be learned in the workplace Perform assigned duties and accept feedback about performance (when offered) in a professional manner. 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 if necessary.
	HSER 241 - Practicum Seminar II 1 Credits In an highly interactive online environment, students complete and submit practicum documentaion, address legal and ethical issues related to their site, track progress on practicum learning objectives, network with the other students, self-evaluate their progress, and discuss trends and best practices. Pre-requisite(s) Concurrent enrollment in H SER 240 Instructor Permission Required Yes Fees Quarters Typically Offered Summer Online Fall Online Winter Online Spring Online Designed to Serve For students interested in a career as a Human Services Worker and students interested in a transfer to a four-year college. Active Date 2011-06-15 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 38 Contact Hours: Lecture 11 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 11 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline I. Compete Cooperative Education documation and submit Cooperative Education Profile, Agreement, and Learning Plan, including site supervisor signatures as required. II. Arrange a site visit for faculty Cooperative Education supervisor III. Complete all Practicum Seminar assignments. IV. Complete Student Evaluation, secure the completion of Employer Evaluation of Student, and Time Sheet, including all necessary site supervisor signatures. Student Learning Outcomes Complete accurate, thoughtful, and high-quality learning objectives, and additional Cooperative Education documentation. Successfully and respectfully network with other seminar students. Identify and discuss skillls, knowledge, and attitudes developed during the practicum experience. Apply skillls, knowledge, and attitudes developed during the academic program to the practicum experience. Self-evaluate progress made on practicum learning objectives.
	HSER 251 - Family Violence 5 Credits Provides an overview of family systems, including the functions of families, changing roles within families across the life span, diversity in defining families and family problems and violence. History, myths and realities of family violence will be explored. It covers the study of the characteristics of victims, abusers and other family members; cycle of abuse and its impact on all family members. It provides an in-depth look at various forms of abuse; and treatment theory and approaches for victims and perpetrators, explores legal and ethical issues as well as identify community resources. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Spring Online Designed to Serve Professional/technical students students in Human Services. Transfer students as part of the emphasis area. Active Date 20200330T21:15:28 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 38 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline I. Defining families and the changing roles within families across the life span II. Explore the theory of oppression ans its role in family violence III. Explore the dynamics and history of family violence IV. Study various forms of abuse in-depth V. Discuss how to recognize and assess abuse within a professional role VI. Discuss current treatment theories and approaches for victims and perpetrators VII. Identify community resources VIII. Understand the legal and ethical issues Student Learning Outcomes Explain the causes and consequences of all major categories of family violence Explain the challenges that exist in defining, preventing and measuring family violence Describe the range of treatments and preventive policies and practices for all major categories of family violence Explain the effect of cultural context on family violence Conduct and report on basic research in the field of family violence Identify community resources that effectively serve those involved in family violence
	HSER 260 - Culturally Responsive Practices 3 Credits This course focuses on the importance, benefits and challenges of cultural diversity, the impact of racism, classism, sexism, heterosexism, ableism on intergroup relations and the need for agency and individuals to be culturally responsive. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Fall Day Designed to Serve Professional technical students in Substance Use Disorder or Human Services. Transfer students as an area of emphasis. Individuals currently employed in chemical dependency counseling or human services. Active Date 20200401T13:21:31 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 36 Contact Hours: Lecture 33 Total Contact Hours 33 Degree Distributions: AA Diversity & Globalism ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Role of Human Services Professionals in providing Culturally Responsive Services, Interventions and Supports. Understanding Ourselves and Others: The Role of Values and Beliefs Understanding Prejudices: Conceptions, Misconceptions and Perpetuation Understanding Race and Privilege The Relationship between the Isms - Classisim, Sexism, Heterosexism, Ableism Mental Health and Substance Use: Cultural Impact on Percpetion and Treatment Student Learning Outcomes Explain what it means to be culturally responsive, the skills required, and why one should become culturally responsive. Discuss how values and beliefs shape who we are and how they influence our attitudes and behaviors. Discuss how racism, stereotypes, prejudice, discrimination, the dynamics of power and privilege, and its impact on the helping process. Discuss culturally appropriate interventions for individuals with mental illness, disabilities and substance abuse. Construct a personal plan for culturally responsive practices, the value of learning about different cultural groups and maintaining support of continuing education.
	HSER 265 - Essentials to Marketing and Job Dev 5 Credits Emphasis on the many aspects of developing jobs for people with disabilities in the community. Students will learn general networking approaches and specific sales strategies; working with individuals to target specific jobs; preparing individuals for job interviews and approaching employers on their behalf; working as a team in an organization and with other stakeholder groups; and being a good ambassador for the people being promoted. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Winter Day Designed to Serve Employment professionals currently providing supported employment Active Date 2011-06-15 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Variable Credit Yes Range 1-5 Class Limit 22 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline I. Job development strategies II. Networking and community involvement III. Customized employment IV. Corporate development V. Utilizing a team for success VI. Time management VII. Ambassadorship VIII. Job Analysis and matching IX. Career development X. Persisting in the process Student Learning Outcomes
	HSER 266 - Job Support and Retention 5 Credits Teaches students skills and creative methods of assisting individuals with developmental disabilities to be successful at their jobs and improve the competence of businesses and coworkers to support and include people with disabilities. Emphasis on job support and coaching; developing partnerships with businesses; creative problem solving; follow-along; diminishing external support; and fostering natural support in the workplace. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Spring Day Designed to Serve Employment professionals currently providing supported employment services. Active Date 2011-06-15 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Variable Credit Yes Range 1-5 Class Limit 22 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline I. Natural supports II. Preparing the individual III. Preparing the business IV. Review of systematic training V. Monitoring and case management VI. Communication and partnership with circle of support VII. Time management VIII. Training for independence IX. Diminishing agency/staff support X. Proactive assistance and problem resolution XI. Customer follow-along services to business and individual XII. Career advancement XIII. Additional job development Student Learning Outcomes
	HSER 270 - Adult Family Home Administrator Training 5 Credits Required training for those who wish to become licensed as adult family home providers. Topics include roles and responsibilities of a licensed provider, the licensing process, business operations of the home, staff management, laws and regulations pertaining to adulty family home management, resident care issues and resident rights. Upon successful completion, the administrator/provider will be prepared to manage an adult family home. Course Note English language learning students must participate in CASAS assessment by Highline College ESL faculty prior to registration to demonstrate English proficiency. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Summer Day Fall Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve Individuals interested in community health and wellness, caregiving, self-employment, and long term care provision. Active Date 20220314T08:39:07 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 32 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Assessment of readiness for AFH provision Business planning Creating a business plan Writing a job description Completing a licensing application Participating in the buidling inspection Completing admissions agreements Developing house rules for the AFH Completing a negotiated care plan Creating a MARS form Student Learning Outcomes Define the adult family home program and describe what is required to manage it. Demonstrate the ability to plan and operate the business aspects if an AFH, Create the components of an effective marketing plan. Create a system to maintain resident records. Define all major components of the resident assessment process and develop a negotiated care plan. Explain all required medication administration systems, methods of storage and legal implications of documentation. Describe all essential steps, guidelines, policies, and procedures for the hiring and supervision of the AFH staff. Describe the techniques and requirements for ensuring that the residents’ dietary and preferences are met. Identify all resident rights and demonstrate the ability to take apppropriate action to promote and respect the residents’ legal and human rights. Demonstrate ability to complete all steps of the required to license the AFH.
	HSER 291 - Independent Studies 1 Credits An individual study project developed by student and instructor in an area of human services approved by the instructor. Instructor Permission Required Yes Fees Quarters Typically Offered Designed to Serve Currently enrolled human services students, interested in a content area not currently offered within the program. Active Date 20201105T14:50:56 Grading Basis Credit/Non-Credit Independent Study Yes OEE Yes Class Limit 9 Contact Hours: Independent Studies 33 Total Contact Hours 33 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Content will vary depending on student interest. Student Learning Outcomes Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent human services project that conforms to given requirements.
	HSER 292 - Independent Studies 2 Credits An individual study project developed by student and instructor in an area of human services approved by the instructor. Instructor Permission Required Yes Fees Quarters Typically Offered Designed to Serve Currently enrolled human services students, interested in a content area not currently offered within the program. Active Date 20201105T14:50:57 Grading Basis Credit/Non-Credit Independent Study Yes OEE Yes Class Limit 9 Contact Hours: Independent Studies 66 Total Contact Hours 66 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Content will vary depending on student interest. Student Learning Outcomes Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent human services project that conforms to given requirements.
	HSER 293 - Independent Studies 3 Credits An individual study project developed by student and instructor in an area of human services approved by the instructor. Instructor Permission Required Yes Fees Quarters Typically Offered Designed to Serve Currently enrolled human services students, interested in a content area not currently offered within the program. Active Date 20201105T14:50:57 Grading Basis Credit/Non-Credit Independent Study Yes OEE Yes Class Limit 9 Contact Hours: Independent Studies 99 Total Contact Hours 99 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Content will vary depending on student interest. Student Learning Outcomes Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent human services project that conforms to given requirements.
	HSER 294 - Independent Studies 4 Credits An individual study project developed by student and instructor in an area of human services approved by the instructor. Instructor Permission Required Yes Fees Quarters Typically Offered Designed to Serve Currently enrolled human services students, interested in a content area not currently offered within the program. Active Date 20201105T14:50:58 Grading Basis Credit/Non-Credit Independent Study Yes OEE Yes Class Limit 29 Contact Hours: Independent Studies 132 Total Contact Hours 132 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Content will vary depending on student interest. Student Learning Outcomes Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent human services project that conforms to given requirements.
	HSER 295 - Independent Studies 5 Credits An individual study project developed by student and instructor in an area of human services approved by the instructor. Instructor Permission Required Yes Fees Quarters Typically Offered Designed to Serve Currently enrolled human services students, interested in a content area not currently offered within the program. Active Date 20201105T14:50:59 Grading Basis Credit/Non-Credit Independent Study Yes OEE Yes Class Limit 29 Contact Hours: Independent Studies 165 Total Contact Hours 165 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Content will vary depending on student interest. Student Learning Outcomes Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent human services project that conforms to given requirements.
	HSER 401 - Theoretical Foundations of Youth Dev 5 Credits Addresses the importance of theory in guiding the process of positive youth development. Following a brief historical perspective, the course focuses on the analysis and application of the most current, effective, and tested approaches. Emphasis is on the understanding and integration of current conceptual approaches, the forces that impact the field, and the increasing professionalization of the field of youth development. Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - H SER Fees Quarters Typically Offered Winter Online Designed to Serve Students pursuing the Applied Baccalaureate in Youth Development. Active Date 2015-02-11 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline 1) Early Attempts to Serve At-Risk Youth 2) Social Reformers and Child/Youth Rights 3) Individual Developmental Theories 4) Ecological Theories 5) Early Prevention and Treatment Approaches 6) Interdisciplinary Approaches to Prevention and Treatment 7) Risk Factors, Protective Factors, and Resilience 8) Applying the Risk and Resilience Framework to Practice 9) The Positive Youth Development Model 10) Applying the Positive Youth Development Model to Practice 11) Community Youth Development 12) Inter-organizational Collaboration Among Youth Development Programs Student Learning Outcomes Explain the importance of knowledge of theory to guide the development of youth services, supports, opportunities, and environments. Describe the evolution of theories designed to understand and support youth in their development. Apply relevant theories and models to the design of youth services, supports, opportunities, and environments. Integrate various theoretical perspectives for ultimate effectiveness. Explain current and most effective practices associated with the positive youth development framework. Apply the current positive youth development framework to promote healthy development for all youth.
	HSER 421 - Contemporary Youth Issues 5 Credits Investigates the challenges faced by youth today from an ecological perspective. Potential youth-related problems are viewed within the context of culture and other dimensions of diversity with an emphasis on the utilization of cultural strengths. The roles of public policy, education, equal and quality opportunities, inter-agency collaboration, and peer and adult relationships in insuring healthy development for all youth are addressed. The complexity of adolescent and young adult development, the environments in which they function, and the associated youth-related problems provide students with an opportunity to continue to develop essential critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills. Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - H SER Fees Quarters Typically Offered Fall Evening Designed to Serve Students pursuing the Applied Baccalaureate Degree in Youth Development Active Date 2016-05-24 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline 1. The range of challenges facing youth 2. Youth challenges in context: Individual, Family, School, Community, Cultural, and Global Factors 3. The Justice System - Perspective and Responses 4. Specific Areas of Risk - Education, Economic, Physical and Mental Health, Media Consumption and Consumer Culture, peer influences, Individual, National and Ethnic identity, Substance Abuse, and Family Violence 5. Early Intervention - A Positive Youth Development Framework 6. A risk and resilience Framework 7. Treating High-Risk Behaviors: Individual, Family, and Peer Interventions 8. Public Policy Actions 9. Quality Programs and Services for Youth at-risk 10. Positive Trends and Long-Term Strategies for Addressing Youth-Related Problems Student Learning Outcomes Explains individual, social, and environmental factors that lead to the development of at-risk behaviors. Identifies evidence-based treatments for high-risk youth behaviors. Determines evidence-based prevention strategies for common risks including substance abuse, school failure, and youth violence. Identifies positive youth development practices to support the primary prevention of youth-related challenges. Lists the components of quality programs and services that support youth at-risk. Develops a positive, strength-based approach for defining and addressing youth-related problems. Effectively advocates for essential services and the social conditions that support healthy and successful development for all youth. Designs collaborative treatment, prevention, and youth development measures involving schools, law enforcement, social service agencies and other systems supporting successful youth development.
	HSER 423 - PYD Program Design and Implementation 5 Credits Addresses all aspects of the program design and delivery process for strength-based community youth development opportunities. The course examines existing model programs and evidence-based practices as well as the designing of new opportunities that engage participants in culturally sensitive high-quality programs, both within an established theoretical and methodological framework. Students become engaged in a data-driven process to assess program effectiveness and guide improvements. Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - H SER Fees Quarters Typically Offered Spring Evening Designed to Serve Students pursing the Applied Baccalaureate degree in Youth Development. Active Date 20230331T12:42:28 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline I. Essential components of effective positive youth development (PYD) programs; II. Ensuring a program/agency climate that promotes youth belonging, efficacy, individual strengths, and high expectations, III. Ensuring a program/agency climate that promotes successful youth/adult partnerships that emphasize youth leadership; IV. Designing new PYD programs; V. Redesigning current PYD programs to fully reflect the PYD framework; VI. Obtaining resources and ensuring program sustainability; VII. Ensuring inclusiveness and cultural sensitivity; VIII.Developing and attaining authentic PYD program outcomes; IX. PYD that focuses on individual needs and taps into interests e.g. math/science, arts/music, community engagement, entrepreneurial activities; Student Learning Outcomes Describes, in detail, all necessary components of effective positive youth development programs. Applies established theories and models, directly, to the planning and development of youth experiences and opportunities. Researches and applies evidence-based practices with a focus on current PYD innovation. Develops observable and measurable outcomes. Identifies potential partnerships to obtain necessary resources and ensure program sustainability. Designs programs that ensure equity among all participants. Distinguishes between programs/services that focus on treatment, prevention, and positive youth development.
	HSER 430 - Program Management, Supervision & Lead 5 Credits Explores all issues related to the oversight of youth development programming and the supportive, ethical, and productive supervision of agency personnel. This course takes the student through the process of developing a comprehensive agency plan including the development of clear policies and procedures and the components of resource development and budgeting. Included are strategies for the recruitment, development, and retention of diverse and high-quality employees. Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - H SER Fees Quarters Typically Offered Winter Evening Designed to Serve Students pursing the Applied Baccalaureate degree in Youth Development Active Date 2016-05-06 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline 1. The evolution of supervision in youth work and related fields; 2. The philosophy, principles, goals, and objectives of supervision; 3. Current models and effective practices; 4. The supervisory relationship; 5. Supervision in a cultural context; 6. Transitioning into supervision; 7. Supportive supervision and maintaining a positive agency culture; 8. The development and maintenance of learning agency or organization; 9. Encouraging collaborative practice and work teams; 10. Becoming a transformational leader; 11. Ensuring safety and managing risk in the supervision of youth programs; 12. Staff development and evaluation; 13. Effective procedural planning and process improvement; 14. Addressing worker problems and coaching. Student Learning Outcomes Describes the essential roles and responsibilities of supervision in programs / agencies that serve youth Describes and applies key theoretical models of supervision based on their relevance; Researches and applies effective practices for supervision is youth-related social services Demonstrates intentional reflective supervision; Demonstrates the development of a positive supervisory relationship with all agency employees; Describes all necessary components of a positive and learning culture for an agency; Describes supervisory practices that keep an agency focused on continuous improvement; Describes supervisory practices that keep an agency focused on intra-agency, inter-agency, and community collaboration.
	HSER 435 - Community Youth Development 5 Credits The overarching theme of this course is the required engagement of all systems and stakeholders including youth, families, schools, youth-serving agencies, business, law enforcement, and government entities to ensure the healthy cognitive, social, and emotional development of all youth. Students learn how to work with funding sources and boards and to establish linkages and partnerships with other agencies. In addition, they investigate the impact of local, state, and national policy on youth development opportunities, programs and services. Students review and evaluate current collaborative models for their effectiveness and applicability and the role of all essential systems in the development of non-fragmented, sustainable, and equal opportunities. Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - H SER Fees Quarters Typically Offered Fall Online Designed to Serve Students pursing the Applied Baccalaureate degree in Youth Development. Active Date 2016-04-05 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline 1. Defining community youth development; 2. Developing clear outcomes for collaboration and partnerships; 3, Best practices for community mobilization; 4. Inter-organizational relationship theories; 5. Community collaboration models; 6. Ensuring community-wide buy in of a strength and asset based paradigm; 7. Identifying the components of effective collaboration; 8. Ensuring youth involvement in collaborative processes; 9. Levels of partnerships and collaboration; 10. Working with business and legislatures. Student Learning Outcomes Defines community youth development and its components Identifies opportunities to collaborate and develop partnerships that lead to effective, non-fragmented and sustainable youth programs and services Determines a potential and high-level role for youth in all aspects of community youth development; Addresses complex problems with multisystemic solutions; Identifies approaches for working effectively with diverse communities or those with the most significant needs Explains the benefits and processes for partnering for collective impact; Applies theoretical approaches to decisions concerning inter-organizational collaboration.
	HSER 440 - Global Youth Perspectives 5 Credits Presents an international perspective on modern youth issues and the involvement of youth, educational institutions, governments, social service agencies, and business in the search for solutions to violence, poverty, political unrest, climate change, cultural conflict, and a general lack of opportunities. Acknowledging the fact that youth are disproportionately affected by these circumstances, a major emphasis is placed on the clarification of young people’s rights, roles, and responsibilities in interrupting the cyclical nature of these problems. Students will utilize both traditional and newer methods for researching and sharing information on the global youth movement. Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - H SER Fees Quarters Typically Offered Spring Online Designed to Serve Students pursing the Applied Baccalaureate degree in Youth Development. Active Date 20220330T15:33:59 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline A Global View of Youth Development. Applying an Ecological Approach: The Impact of Family, Community, Culture and Governmental Institutions on Developing Youth. Key Barriers to Successful Youth Development: Literacy, Poverty, Inequality, and Youth Unemployment. General Global Factors: Climate Change, Globalization, Technological Change, and Media. Addressing Economic Disparities, Inequality, and Human Rights. Effective Practices for Mentoring Immigrant and Refugee Youth. Improving the Future for Youth: Education, Life Skills, and Entrepreneurship. Youth as Global Problem-Solvers and Engaged Citizens. Surveying International Programs and Effective Practices. International Development Trends and Their Impact on all Youth. Student Learning Outcomes Identify cultural factors that affect youth individually and within their family, community, and global contexts. Explain the impact of culture on youth decision-making, relationships, the view of one’s role in the world, and one’s general values. Respond to the question of “why youth matter” and the role that they must have in addressing current and future global problems. Describe the disproportional impact on youth of the array of local, national, and global circumstances including poverty, global conflict, and the effects of globalization. Identify strategies for increasing youth citizen participation, establishing partnerships, enhancing local capacity, and improving youth outcomes on a global basis. Critique practices for the effective mentoring of immigrant and refugee youth. Identify trends in international development that directly influence youth, their opportunities, and their overall development.
	HSER 440 - Global Youth Perspectives 5 Credits Presents an international perspective on modern youth issues and the involvement of youth, educational institutions, governments, social service agencies, and business in the search for solutions to violence, poverty, political unrest, climate change, cultural conflict, and a general lack of opportunities. Acknowledging the fact that youth are disproportionately affected by these circumstances, a major emphasis is placed on the clarification of young people’s rights, roles, and responsibilities in interrupting the cyclical nature of these problems. Students will utilize both traditional and newer methods for researching and sharing information on the global youth movement. Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - H SER Fees Quarters Typically Offered Spring Online Designed to Serve Students pursing the Applied Baccalaureate degree in Youth Development. Active Date 20230320T11:47:09 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Course Outline A Global View of Youth Development. Applying an Ecological Approach: The Impact of Family, Community, Culture and Governmental Institutions on Developing Youth. Key Barriers to Successful Youth Development: Literacy, Poverty, Inequality, and Youth Unemployment. General Global Factors: Climate Change, Globalization, Technological Change, and Media. Addressing Economic Disparities, Inequality, and Human Rights. Effective Practices for Mentoring Immigrant and Refugee Youth. Improving the Future for Youth: Education, Life Skills, and Entrepreneurship. Youth as Global Problem-Solvers and Engaged Citizens. Surveying International Programs and Effective Practices. International Development Trends and Their Impact on all Youth. Student Learning Outcomes Identify cultural factors that affect youth individually and within their family, community, and global contexts. Explain the impact of culture on youth decision-making, relationships, the view of one’s role in the world, and one’s general values. Respond to the question of “why youth matter” and the role that they must have in addressing current and future global problems. Describe the disproportional impact on youth of the array of local, national, and global circumstances including poverty, global conflict, and the effects of globalization. Identify strategies for increasing youth citizen participation, establishing partnerships, enhancing local capacity, and improving youth outcomes on a global basis. Critique practices for the effective mentoring of immigrant and refugee youth. Identify trends in international development that directly influence youth, their opportunities, and their overall development.
	HSER 443 - Advanced Practicum I 4 Credits The first of two advanced practicums requiring 120 hours of field experience each quarter working with agencies that promote positive youth development. Practicum experiences that place the student in challenging and key roles within high quality and established programs are approved by the current department coordinator. Students develop a comprehensive learning plan including measurable learning objectives, planned learning opportunities, and an evaluation method. Instructor Permission Required Yes Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - H SER FeesHD Quarters Typically Offered Summer Online Fall Online Winter Online Spring Online Designed to Serve Students pursuing the Applied Baccalaureate degree in Youth Development Active Date 20220314T08:42:44 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Variable Credit Yes Range 1-4 Internship Yes Class Limit 24 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Field Studies 120 Total Contact Hours 120 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Finalizing of practicum site and signing of the Cooperative Education Student Profile and Agreement (student, practicum site supervisor and faculty practicum supervisor) Development of Learning Objectives (student, practicum site supervisor and faculty practicum supervisor) Faculty practicum supervisor site visit (student, practicum site supervisor and faculty practicum supervisor) Submission of final Cooperative Learning Documents (Student Evaluation, Employer Evaluation, Time Sheet) Student Learning Outcomes Create a learning plan in collaboration with employer and advisor that details skills to be learned in the workplace. Perform assigned duties and accept feedback about performance (when offered) in a professional manner. 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 if necessary Compose a concise, one paragraph self-assessment directly addressing the attainment of each of the learning objectives included in the learning plan.
	HSER 445 - Advanced Practicum II 4 Credits The second of two advanced practicums requiring 120 hours of field experience each quarter working with agencies that promote positive youth development. Practicum experiences that place the student in challenging and key roles within high quality and established programs are approved by the current department coordinator. Students develop a comprehensive learning plan including measurable learning objectives, planned learning opportunities, and an evaluation method. Instructor Permission Required Yes Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - H SER FeesHD Quarters Typically Offered Summer Online Fall Online Winter Online Spring Online Designed to Serve Students pursuing the Applied Baccalaureate degree in Youth Development Active Date 20220314T08:43:01 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Variable Credit Yes Range 1-4 Internship Yes Class Limit 24 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Field Studies 120 Total Contact Hours 120 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Finalizing of practicum site and signing of the Cooperative Education Student Profile and Agreement (student, practicum site supervisor and faculty practicum supervisor) Development of Learning Objectives (student, practicum site supervisor and faculty practicum supervisor) Faculty practicum supervisor site visit (student, practicum site supervisor and faculty practicum supervisor) Submission of final Cooperative Learning Documents (Student Evaluation, Employer Evaluation, Time Sheet) Student Learning Outcomes Create a learning plan in collaboration with employer and advisor that details skills to be learned in the workplace Perform assigned duties and accept feedback about performance (when offered) in a professional manner. 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 if necessary. Compose a concise, one paragraph self-assessment directly addressing the attainment of each of the learning objectives included in the learning plan.
	HSER 446 - Final Capstone 2 Credits To address the transition from school to work, students will compile, organize, and present a capstone project based on the Bachelor of Applied Behavioral Science - Youth Development degree outcomes. Within a clearly-defined framework, the capstone process allows students choice in the format of their project and how they document and share fulfillment of the degree outcomes. The capstone project provides students with the opportunity for an authentic demonstration of competence in the key outcome areas identified for the degree. Students are required to demonstrate that they have fully understood, synthesized, and are able to apply what they have learned to their practice. In addition to a focus on overall ability, students are encouraged to include an area of interest or specialization. Instructor Permission Required Yes Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - H SER Fees Quarters Typically Offered Fall Evening Spring Evening Designed to Serve Students pursing the Applied Baccalaureate degree in Youth Development Active Date 20200401T13:21:32 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Contact Hours: Lecture 22 Total Contact Hours 22 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Overview of capstone requirements and rubric Final proposal and determination of presentation format Continued project development and support Project draft review and necessary modifications Project submission and presentation Student Learning Outcomes With guidance from the instructor, the student selects and proposes a relevant and clearly defined topic that will initiate the successful completion of the “Area of Interest Investigation.” Reflects on, describes, and documents their process for the attainment of each of the BAS/YD degree-level outcomes as required for the “Five-Page Degree Outcome Report.” Effectively researches the topic selected for the “Area of Interest Report” and displays results that meet all requirements for content and format. Effectively and reflectively presents their process for the attainment/learning of one outcome selected from the “Five-Page Degree Outcome Report” to the instructor and the other capstone students. Successfully presents the results (findings and implications) of the “Area of Interest Investigation” to the instructor and the other capstone students.
Integrated Design
	DSN 401 - Design Theory 5 Credits This course will cover basic design theory, along with an in-depth look at psychological and social understanding of design. Design elements like layout, contrast, and pattern are present in all design fields and serve as the tools designers use to emphasize aspects of their work. Students will interpret the psychological and social design process and construction through written and oral presentation. Students will also analyze how the human factor influences design, and produce a design that promotes inquiry and sparks conversation within a space. Students will articulate how their design responds to the given design theories. Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - DSN Course Note Prerequisite: Admission to the BAS - DSN program FeesCF Quarters Typically Offered Fall Evening Designed to Serve BAS Integrated Design Students Active Date 20190531T14:56:52 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Course Outline Module 1: Global Design Theory overview Module 2: Design Psychology theory Module 3: Human Factor theory in Design Module 4: Analyze design demographic Module 5: Market research theory Student Learning Outcomes Interpret psychological and social understanding of design through written or presentation Analyze how the human factor influences design Produce a design that promotes inquiry and or sparks conversation with in a space. Produce a design that includes both form and function for human use Successfully articulate how your design respond to the given design theory’s
	DSN 405 - Creative Design Process 5 Credits From conception to finalization, designers go through critical steps to create the final design. Designers from all disciplines set out to fill a need or make life better. Through a series of studies, students will develop creative solutions to the design problem or challenge. With a purposeful understanding of each stage of the design process, students will formulate a design with interdisciplinary applications. Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - DSN Course Note Prerequisite: Admission to the BAS - DSN program. FeesCF Quarters Typically Offered Fall Evening Designed to Serve BAS Integrated Design Students Active Date 20190531T14:56:51 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Course Outline Module 1: Overview of Design process and Identify unique discipline requirements. Module 2: Unify design process across disciplines and identity deliverable for each interval. Module 3: Students will work on a design brief. Module 4: Present and reflect. Student Learning Outcomes Formulate a design process that can be applied across disciplines Produce a creative design solution to fill a need. Accurately interpreting rationale of each stage of the design process. Successfully articulate how you fulfilled each phase of the design process
	DSN 410 - Interactive Technology Design 5 Credits Students will learn how to integrate technology, online platforms and other interactive tools technology to communicate ideas and conceive innovative products. Students will analyze innovative technology through research, testing and critical analysis to determine effective applications to their discipline. Each student will present a critical analysis of emerging technology and various design applications to the classroom. Students will create dynamic solutions in digital/electronic imaging, illustration, 3D modeling, rendering and 3D printing and other fabrication processes. Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - DSN Course Note Prerequisite: Admission to the BAS - DSN program. FeesCF Quarters Typically Offered Winter Evening Designed to Serve BAS Integrated Design Students Active Date 20190531T14:56:49 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Course Outline Module 1: History of Technology, leading to contemporary trends Module 2: Motivations for developing new technology for design Module 3: Analyzing and interpreting new technology for use in design Module 4: How to navigate new technology for speed of use. Module 5: Research and compare existing design technology for efficacy and application Module 6: Using technology that is not intended for a specific design discipline. Student Learning Outcomes Accurately articulate the rationale for selecting appropriate technology for a given design Present a critical analysis of emerging technology and various design applications Analyze the effective use of an technology in an existing design in writing or presentation
	DSN 415 - Cross-Disciplinary Design 5 Credits In today’s creative industry, designers are ask to design outside of their discipline. This class will help students apply basic design principles to, quickly adapt outside of their expertise. Students will gain confidence in their ability to expand their creative role. Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - DSN FeesCF Quarters Typically Offered Winter Evening Designed to Serve BAS Integrated Design Students Active Date 20190531T14:56:48 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Course Outline Module 1: Review of basic design principles Module 2: Collaborate in Multidisciplinary teams to determine design overlap Module 3: Present project and requirements Module 4: Students will work on design projects Module 5: Students will present their projects. Student Learning Outcomes Collaborate and develop a common design language to increase cross- disciplinary application and aptitude. Collaborate and develop a common design process to increase cross- disciplinary application and aptitude. Produce a design that differs from ones specialty, while drawing on their own area of expertise. Present multi-disciplinary design project articulating how they applied their own area of expertise
	DSN 420 - Systematic Team Process 5 Credits Students will work with a variety of designers from multiple disciplines to find a creative solution to a design challenge. Teams will work together through the process to strategically, create the final designs. Groups will evaluate and critically analysis design strengths and weakness. Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - DSN FeesCF Quarters Typically Offered Spring Evening Designed to Serve BAS Integrated Design Students Active Date 20190531T14:56:59 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Course Outline Module 1: Determine common design language. Determine roles within a team project. Module 2: Address assumptions and biases when working in diverse groups Module 3: Develop best practices for communicating, cooperating and exchanging ideas to solve problems. Module 4: Present group project and requirements Module 5: Students will work in groups to solve the design problem. Module 6: Students will present their projects. Student Learning Outcomes Apply Human Labor Relation principles to interdisciplinary design teams. Collaboratively and cooperatively, exchange ideas solve problems, and activity listen to others throughout the design process. Produced a final project that synthesizes solutions from an interdisciplinary perspective. Deliver an industry standard presentation that explicitly exhibits solutions from a diverse design disciplines.
	DSN 425 - Diversity and Inclusive Design 5 Credits The new generation of diverse designers must identify and dismantle stereotypes that are pervasive in design and work toward an equitable and global design community. Designers ethically respond to the needs of people and the environment using a creative process based approach. Ideas should be implemented in a strategic manner and question the status quo. Students will analyze historical context and cultural significance of a design. Students will practice creating designs that are inclusive and represent principles of universal design and model accessibility. Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - DSN Course Note Prerequisite: Admission to the BAS - DSN program. FeesCF Quarters Typically Offered Spring Evening Designed to Serve BAS Integrated Design students Active Date 20190531T14:57:00 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Course Outline Module 1: Social assumption, political landscape and varying vernacular. Module 2: Historical and cultural significance design. Module 3: Principles of inclusive design Module 4: Students develop their own awareness around assumptions. Module 5: Why it’s important to be an inclusive designer Module 6: Create a design project that includes principles of inclusive design Module 7: Present design projects. Student Learning Outcomes Analyze historical context and cultural significance of a design Redesign a culturally insensitive ad to include the inclusive design principles Design a project for a specific audience that represents inclusive design principles Successfully articulate how your design adheres to the principles of inclusivity through a presentation
	DSN 430 - Leadership for Designers 5 Credits Students will develop leadership skills through exploration of leadership theory and research-based best practices. Using role plays, real life scenarios and case studies, students will apply leadership thinking and problem solving to design situations in the workplace. Students will learn how to engage with end users, effectively frame problems, identify potential solutions, and build prototypes to test assumptions and learn what works and does not work. Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - DSN FeesCF Quarters Typically Offered Fall Evening Designed to Serve BAS Integrated Design Students Active Date 20190531T14:57:02 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Course Outline Module 1: Discuss Design Business practices Module 2: Discuss how to be an effective leader and identify leadership theory Module 3: Research, interview and write about effective design leaders Module 4: Role play leadership scenarios Module 5: Students will develop and reflect their own leadership style and will evaluate their strengths and weaknesses Student Learning Outcomes Formulate design ideas and processes using leadership theory and research based best practices. Effectively lead a design meeting that replicates a real life workplace scenario. Effectively manage teams resources using project management principles
	DSN 435 - Capstone I 5 Credits To prepare for the transition from graduation to employment, students will incorporate previous coursework and utilize the design process to create a project that demonstrates fulfillment of the degree outcomes. In Capstone I, students produce a project that shows their ability to identify, research, and design. Through this capstone project, students will present original and innovative work that demonstrates their abilities as professional artists and designers. Instructor Permission Required Yes Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - DSN FeesCF Quarters Typically Offered Winter Evening Designed to Serve BAS Integrated Design Students Active Date 20201208T18:00:17 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Course Outline Module 1: Present multi discipline project specifications Module 2: Students will utilize the design process to determine the scope of the project. Module 3: Students will design and develop project. Module 4: Present design project. Student Learning Outcomes Produce a project that utilizes the design process as incorporated from previous coursework. Incorporate ongoing feedback to improve final project. Present original and innovate work as professional designers to and audience of peers and instructors.
	DSN 440 - Capstone II 5 Credits The second capstone requires students to utilize all aspects of the design process to create a project that illustrates and documents fulfillment of all degree outcomes. The capstone project must additionally show the student’s area of interest/specialization. Students will be required to present their capstone project to an audience of professional designers. Students will take a project from concept to final presentation. Students are expected to discuss, present, and critique their work with a high level of professionalism, and implement research strategies that contribute to the overall finished project. Pre-requisite(s) DSN 435 w/ min 2.0 Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - DSN FeesCF Quarters Typically Offered Spring Evening Designed to Serve BAS Integrated Design Students Active Date 20190613T09:59:02 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Course Outline Module 1: Present project specifications student to select area of specialization. Module 2: Students will utilize the design process to determine the scope of the project. Module 3: Students will design and develop project. Module 4: Present design project. Student Learning Outcomes Produce a project that show interest or specialization. Incorporate ongoing feedback to improve final project. Present project that emphasizes the design process to an audience of professional designers.
	DSN 445 - Internship 5 Credits Internship requiring 165 hours of industry experience each quarter working with employers that promote design. Internship experiences are approved by the current department coordinator and are intended to place the student in challenging and key roles within high quality and established programs. Students will develop a comprehensive learning plan including measurable learning objectives, planned learning opportunities, and an evaluation method. The internship process requires the students to identify connections and apply components of their academic program to the workplace. Instructor Permission Required Yes Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - DSN FeesHD Quarters Typically Offered Summer Day Fall Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve BAS Integrated Design Students Active Date 20220330T15:33:29 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Variable Credit Yes Range 1-5 Internship Yes Class Limit 24 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Field Studies 165 Total Contact Hours 165 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Research internship opportunities Develop internship outcomes with employer Document and reflect on internship Complete paperwork and meet with advisor and intern manager Student Learning Outcomes Create a learning plan in collaboration with employer and advisor that details skills to 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.
Interior Design
	INTD 122 - Introduction to Interior Design 5 Credits This course introduces the students to the visual language and fundamentals of interior design with an emphasis on the design process, basic design principles and elements, color theory, light, materials and space planning. The student will learn to explore and investigate interior spaces with a critical eye that analyze the relationship between each fundamental element of design and will be able to articulate utilizing those languages. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Fall Day Spring Day Designed to Serve Students who have an interest in interior design Active Date 2015-05-26 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Transferable Elective Yes Course Outline -Develop and understanding of the design process. -Develop an understanding of the visual language and fundamentals of interior design and being able to communicate both visually and verbally. -Learn basic design principle and elements and apply them in design using sketches, drawings and color boards. -Learn basic concepets of color, light and materials and apply them in design, using sketches, drawings and color boards. -Develop a set of knowledge and skills of space planning. Student Learning Outcomes Students will successfully demonstrate their understanding of the principles and elements of design and how it applies to interior design by successfully showing examples of each. Students will successfully demonstrate their understanding of color theory, by successfully producing color schemes. Students will successfully demonstrate their understanding of lighting basics, by successfully designing a lighting layout for a room. Students will successfully demonstrate their understanding of the design process and how it applies to interior design, by successfully taking a design problem from start to finish. Students will practice their time management skills by meeting deadlines. Students will successfully design residential interiors spaces that are functional and appealing according to the client program, cultural considerations, code requirements, and industry standards.
	INT D 169 - 3-D Model Rendering 5 Credits Create unbelievably realistic videos and 360 panorama renders by importing three-dimensional and two-dimensional drawings. Students will become well- versed in communicating architecture in its best light, from interiors and exteriors to landscapes, animation and more. Pre-requisite(s) INT D 168 or Draft 168 with a minimum 2.0 Course Note Cross-listed with Draft 169 FeesCF Quarters Typically Offered Spring Day Designed to Serve Interior Design, Drafting students and anyone interested Active Date 20180530T21:47:57 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes PLA Eligible Yes Course Outline Importing objects and three dimensional models Create a contour site for the structure to sit on by modifying the terrain Integrate buildings with landscapes onto the site Manipulate landscapes and foliage Introduction to manipulation tools Controlling daylight and texture Create scenes and video Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate evidence of effectively using rendering tools in final project Create terrain and landscaping for accurate building placement. Realistically manipulate three-dimensional model by controlling interior and exterior lighting, daylight and textures Create realistic scenes and videos Produce a realistic rendered three-dimensional model
	INTD 125 - Interior Design: Residential Studio 5 Credits This course will focus on residential design and the design process. This course will introduce fundamental concepts and methods for planning, organizing, and arranging spaces in the interior environment. Students will examine space in terms of human needs, activities, and priorities and apply design processes to making the best functional and aesthetic use of space. Pre-requisite(s) INT D 122 and INT D 186 with min. 1.0 FeesCF Quarters Typically Offered Winter Day Designed to Serve Any design student wishing to explore residential space planning Active Date 20200330T21:15:35 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 25 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Introduction to residential design Introduction to the design process Introduction to Universal Design Introduction to Codes Introduction to specifications Discuss Materials and finishes Discuss Drafting Standards Discuss industry standards Discuss presentation Student Presentations Student Learning Outcomes Design residential interiors spaces that are functional and appealing according to the client program, cultural considerations, code requirements, and industry standards. Produce design and construction drawings, specifications, utilizing both manual presentation skills and computer applications. Apply the design process to interior design projects. Present their projects to their peers.
	INTD 128 - History of Design 5 Credits The course gives students an understanding of specific design proponents, movements and historical trajectories relevant to architecture and furniture design. The course draws upon the idea of 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 Fall Online Designed to Serve Interior Design student or anyone interested in learning contributions and influences of historical styles on present day. Active Date 20210403T10:09:17 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes 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 and differentiate characteristics of period furniture & architecture Articulate the major influences and developments in design and technology Analyze and articulate the aesthetic attitudes & design philosophies of the designers and makers of historic furniture.
	INTD 140 - Internship 5 Credits Provides an opportunity for students to combine classroom theory with practical experience gained in the workplace. Instructor Permission Required Yes Course Note Requires work experience coordinated with instructor. FeesHD Quarters Typically Offered Summer Day, Evening, Weekend Fall Day, Evening, Weekend Winter Day, Evening, Weekend Spring Day, Evening, Weekend Designed to Serve Interior Design Students Active Date 20220330T15:34:10 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Variable Credit Yes Range 1-5 Internship Yes OEE Yes Class Limit 5 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Field Studies 165 Total Contact Hours 165 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Measurable learning objectives. Setting and accomplishing goals. Career development or exploration through work experience. Successful work habits and attitudes. Interpersonal communication skills. Student Learning Outcomes Create a learning plan in collaboration with employer and advisor that details skills to 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.
	INTD 168 - SketchUp 5 Credits SketchUp will explain the basics of creating three-dimensional objects or buildings, either starting from scratch or based off two-dimensional CAD drawings. Students will also be introduced to rendering their SketchUp model in Podium. FeesCF Quarters Typically Offered Designed to Serve Interior design, Drafting students and anyone interested in SketchUp Active Date 2015-06-02 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 30 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline -Introduction to simple tools: create a table with molding. -Introduction to manipulation tools: create a room for a house with furniture, textures, -How to use your model to your advantage: creating scenes, controlling daylight, exporting images. -Working with real dimensions in the models using Autocad drawings to create quick detail, and full detail. -Complete the house model, inside and out. Add texture, position for daylight. -Use contour map to create the site for the house to sit on. -Using models from Google Sketchup online and Google Earth. -Create a plan in sketchup of a commercial building. -Create the multi-story office building with stairs. -Complete renderings of models, plan the presentation of work, export images. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate knowledge and mastery of industry standards when they create three-dimensional objects in SketchUp. Successfully demonstrate how to construct a room in a house with furniture and textures utilizing SketchUp. Successfully demonstrate how to import Auto CAD SketchUp drawings. Successfully create a site for the house and control daylight utilizing SketchUp. Successfully create a final project fully rendered using SketchUp.
	INTD 186 - Manual Drafting 5 Credits Introduction to manual drafting, tools and procedures. Exercises teach students scale, line weight, line types, how to create neat and legible drawings to be used as communication tools in the design process. This course includes technique in laying out a drawing as part of a set, orthographic projection, flat pattern, isometrics, and one-point perspective. Students will understand how to read and create architectural and interior design presentation and construction drawings. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Fall Day Designed to Serve Interior design, drafting students and anyone interested in drafting skils Active Date 20200330T21:15:36 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Introduction to basic drafting tools Introduction to the concept of scale in drawings. Principles of different styles of lettering, practice typical architectural lettering. Learning appropriate uses for different line types and weights; conventional drawing interpretation and creation. Learn how to draw hatch patterns and what they represent. Learn the basics of laying out plan drawings, showing furnishings, walls, door, etc. to scale. Learn how to allow for appropriate and efficient circulation in a house. Learn the basics of laying out kitchens and bathrooms, including work triangles, standard cabinet configurations, and fixtures sizes and clearances. Redraw a floor plan drawing by measuring a smaller version. Construct an upper floor plan through the attic / roof space of a house. Learn how to draw interior elevations of a room based on the plan. Learn how to draw a variety of styles of exterior elevations of a house based on a plan. Learn about laying out furniture. Review of different house styles and how they are depicted in construction drawings. Complete door and window schedules based on the tags in a floor plan drawing. Understand the connection between vertical and horizontal cut drawings in a construction set. Work on final project drawing set includes floor plan, interior elevations and detail of a kitchen. Work on final project drawing set includes floor plan, interior elevations and detail of a kitchen. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate ability to use all hand drafting tools, and produce neat and legible drawings. Demonstrate their ability to draw in scale. Extrapolate elevation information from plan information and vice versa. Produce construction document sets.
	INTD 196 - Architectural Drafting I 5 Credits This course will introduce students to the current version of AutoCAD (a computer-aided drafting software) and how to produce architectural drawings for a residential project. Students will obtain information on the construction methods used in the house, including framing, basic casework size standards, door sizes, stair heights, widths and clearances, and how to show roof slope and framing. Students will learn how to read and draw two-dimensional drawings in order to understand three-dimensional forms and spaces. FeesCF Quarters Typically Offered Fall Day, Online Winter Day, Online Spring Online Designed to Serve This class is for anyone interested learning architectural drafting and Auto CAD. Active Date 20200330T21:15:37 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 25 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Students are introduced to opening a new file in Autocad and setting to Architectural units. Students learn the basic tool of the Line command, how to undo any command, use the escape key to stop a command in action, pick elements in the drawing, and delete elements in the drawing. Zooming, panning and other viewing tools are introduced. Students set up Text Styles and Dimension Styles in order to draw their Title block drawing. Students will be introduced to all status bar buttons, and different snap options, including Dynamic Snap and Object Snap. Students will learn to work in orthogonal mode, create a drawing with specific dimensions and specific angles, and use the Circle and Offset commands. Students will draw a floor plan of a garage, using all the tools they have learned so far. They will use the Arc command to draw a door swing, use the Trim / Extend command for locating building openings, and draw specific elements on correct layers. Students will create a drawing with Copy, Mirror, Rotate, and Move commands, in addition to previously accumulated commands. Students will learn to use their title block drawings in each of their assignments, by developing drawing information in Model Space, and locating their title block information in Paper Space, and using a Viewport to look from Paper Space to Model Space, with a specific scale set for the view. Students will plot their drawings using the settings they establish in their Layer settings, with .ctb files. Students will draw two floor plans of a house. For the same house, students will draw the foundation plan, section, wall section, elevations, interior elevations of rooms, stair details, and framing detail. Students will be required to research fixtures and appliances for size and available CAD blocks. Student Learning Outcomes Create details of the residential project, including interior elevations, wall section, foundation plan, and stair details. Demonstrate Auto Cad commands, and procedures in their architectural constructions plans. Produce drawings at different scales on one size layout. Demsotrate lineweights and layers through various drawings Create drawings of various overall views from examples of a residential project including plans, elevations and section, and show how they relate to each other.
	INTD 226 - Interior Design Studio: Commerical 5 Credits This course will focus on Commercial Design and the design process. This course will lead the student through the problem-solving discipline of the design process and its application to public spaces. Students develop concepts to achieve design goals and apply theoretical knowledge and technical skills to their design solutions as they work on a variety of professionally relevant interior design projects. Pre-requisite(s) INT D 196 with min. 1.0 Fees Quarters Typically Offered Winter Day Designed to Serve Students wishing to develop their skills in commercial design and space planning. Active Date 20200330T21:15:37 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Introduction to Commercial Design Introduction to Universal Design Discuss the Design Process Space Planning Discuss Codes Discuss Commercial fabrics and finishes Charrettes Work on final projects Student Presentations Student Learning Outcomes Design commercial office spaces that are functional and appealing according to the client program, cultural considerations, code requirements, and industry standards. Produce design and construction drawings, specifications, utilizing both manual presentation skills and computer applications. Apply the design process to projects Properly specifiy commercial finishes and fabrics in a project. Present final project.
	INTD 236 - Portfolio Presentation 5 Credits This class will prepare interior design students to enter the workforce or prepare a portfolio for college admissions. The main focus of the class will be to prepare a professional portfolio as well as developing a resume and interviewing skill. At the end of the quarter all students will participate in a portfolio show. Pre-requisite(s) INT D 226 and INT D 280 with min. 2.0 FeesCF Quarters Typically Offered Spring Day Designed to Serve Advanced interior design students preparing for graduation. Active Date 20210311T08:50:51 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Evaluation of existing student work Contract development Continual work on portfolio through out quarter Resume Interviewing skills Logo Design Coordinate Portfolio Show Continual work on portfolio through out quarter Portfolio Show Student Learning Outcomes Create a diverse portfolio, that shows the following skills: Hand and Computer generated rendering. Hand and Computer generated drafting plans. Produce a professional resume to acquire a position in selected field. Demonstrate proper interviewing skills to acquire a position in selected field. Effectively, present professional portfolio to advisory board members.
	INTD 240 - Internship 5 Credits Provides an opportunity for students to combine classroom theory with practical experience gained in the workplace. Instructor Permission Required Yes FeesHD Quarters Typically Offered Summer Day, Evening, Weekend Fall Day, Evening, Weekend Winter Day, Evening, Weekend Spring Day, Evening, Weekend Designed to Serve Interior Design Students Active Date 20220330T15:34:11 Grading Basis Credit/Non-Credit Variable Credit Yes Range 1-5 Internship Yes OEE Yes Class Limit 5 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Field Studies 165 Total Contact Hours 165 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Measurable learning objectives. Setting and accomplishing goals. Career development or exploration through work experience. Successful work habits and attitudes. Interpersonal communication skills. Student Learning Outcomes Create a learning plan in collaboration with employer and advisor that details skills to 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.
	INTD 270 - Sustainable Design 5 Credits Sustainable Design will explain what sustainable design is in the built environment encompasses, why we should be practicing it, and some of the ways the building industry is incorporating “green” design into built projects. This class is an introduction to the philosophical and practical principles of sustainable design through the exploration of environmental issues, sustainable materials and methods, and professional practices, including an overview of LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and other building evaluation systems. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Spring Day Designed to Serve Any student wishing to be introduced to sustainable design practices and how they apply to the built enviornment. Active Date 20200330T21:15:39 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Introduction to sustainable architecture, interior design, and the building industry. Why be green? Principles of green design, how the built environment affects and is affected by the regional and local context. Discuss economics of sustainable design: initial costs, long term costs, and life cycle analysis. Learning from history, preserving the good aspects of design from the past. Explain the phases of design and how to integrate sustainable design into each phase. Construction documents and construction administration; how to ensure that the design and methods are performed the way you intend; the importance of evaluation post-occupancy. Principles of sustainable site design and water use strategies, consumption of land; HVAC and electrical usage strategies. Indoor Air Quality, Indoor Environmental Quality, daylighting; sustainable products. Week #9 Assessment methods (i.e. LEED) Assessing buildings (i.e. Passive House) ourselves. Student Learning Outcomes Articulate the building industries impact on the environment. Integrate sustainable principles into the design phases. Compare and critique different building evaluation systems. Specify sustainable materials & processes, & document compliance with LEED Articulate the economic impact and cost implications of design decisions from a life cycle analysis perspective
	INTD 280 - Architectural Drafting in REVIT 5 Credits This class introduces basic skills in REVIT computer-aided drafting software. Students will produce architectural drawings for a commercial project, creating floor plans, elevations, sections, and details as well as a 3d model of the building. Students will create a coordinated drawing set on titleblock sheets, demonstrating industry standards for sheet layout, dimensions, annotations and schedules. FeesCF Quarters Typically Offered Fall Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve This class is for Interior Design and Drafting Design Students. This class is also for anyone interested in learning architectural drafting and Revit Active Date 20200330T21:15:39 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 25 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Revit basics intro: · The Revit ‘Interface” (Ribbon, Project Browser) · Creating a model with walls, doors and windows · Precision and scale · Saving, naming and submitting your work Creating Working Drawings (construction documents) · Creating Views from the model (2d plans, sections, and details; perspectives) · Placing and organizing views on Sheets · Adding dimensions, annotations, titles and scales Developing the building model · Adding levels (multi-story building) · Creating repetitive window layouts typical of larger buildings · Creating and modifying floor as well as roof systems · Designing interior wall layouts · Adding grids for structural elements Interior design elements · Layouts for commercial restrooms and kitchen including casework and fixtures · Working with enlarged plans and interior elevations · Controlling interior finishes for floors and ceilings · Interior lighting · Tools for stair design in Revit · Creating and modifying Interior perspective views including color and materials Creating a portfolio set of the project: · Adding and organizing sheets with industry standard order and appearance · Adding Parametric window and door schedules and sheet lists · Create a combined PDF set using Revit and Adobe Acrobat, for printed or electronic portfolio Advanced topics for students with time & interest · Glass curtain walls · More structural tools · Site design tools Student Learning Outcomes Accurately utilize Revit “Interface” to complete drawings Produce two-dimensional working drawings that include plans, sections, details, and perspective. Create enlarged interior drawings that include interior finishes, casework, fixtures and lighting. Create a portfolio quality three-Dimensional building model that includes walls, floors, roofs, ceilings, doors, windows, stairs, and interior elements.
Japanese
	JAPN 291 - Special Studies 1 Credits Student-instructor designed contract for special studies at the intermediate level. Pre-requisite(s) JAPN& 123 Instructor Permission Required Yes Course Note Previously JAPAN 291. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Designed to Serve Students interested in languages and cultures. Active Date 20201105T14:51:09 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Independent Study Yes OEE Yes Class Limit 30 Contact Hours: Independent Studies 33 Total Contact Hours 33 Degree Distributions: Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Varies Student Learning Outcomes Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent project pertaining to Japanese studies that conforms to given requirements.
	JAPN 292 - Special Studies 2 Credits Student-instructor designed contract for special studies at the intermediate level. Pre-requisite(s) JAPN& 123 Instructor Permission Required Yes Course Note Previously JAPAN 292. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Designed to Serve Students interested in languages and cultures. Active Date 20201105T14:51:09 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Independent Study Yes OEE Yes Class Limit 30 Contact Hours: Independent Studies 66 Total Contact Hours 66 Degree Distributions: Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Varies Student Learning Outcomes Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent project pertaining to Japanese studies that conforms to given requirements.
	JAPN 293 - Special Studies 3 Credits Student-instructor designed contract for special studies at the intermediate level. Pre-requisite(s) JAPN& 123 Instructor Permission Required Yes Course Note Previously JAPAN 293. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Designed to Serve Students interested in languages and cultures. Active Date 20201105T14:51:10 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Independent Study Yes OEE Yes Class Limit 30 Contact Hours: Independent Studies 99 Total Contact Hours 99 Degree Distributions: Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Varies Student Learning Outcomes Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent project pertaining to Japanese studies that conforms to given requirements.
	JAPN 294 - Special Studies 4 Credits Student-instructor designed contract for special studies at the intermediate level. Pre-requisite(s) JAPN& 123 Instructor Permission Required Yes Course Note Previously JAPAN 294. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Designed to Serve Students interested in languages and cultures. Active Date 20201105T14:51:10 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Independent Study Yes OEE Yes Class Limit 30 Contact Hours: Independent Studies 132 Total Contact Hours 132 Degree Distributions: Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Varies Student Learning Outcomes Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent project pertaining to Japanese studies that conforms to given requirements.
	JAPN 295 - Special Studies 5 Credits Student-instructor designed contract for special studies at the intermediate level. Pre-requisite(s) JAPN& 123 Instructor Permission Required Yes Course Note Previously JAPAN 295 Fees Quarters Typically Offered Designed to Serve Students interested in languages and cultures. Active Date 20201105T14:51:11 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Independent Study Yes OEE Yes Class Limit 30 Contact Hours: Independent Studies 165 Total Contact Hours 165 Degree Distributions: Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Varies Student Learning Outcomes Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent project pertaining to Japanese studies that conforms to given requirements.
	JAPN& 121 - Japanese I 5 Credits A comprehensive beginning Japanese course, which includes instruction and practice in all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and character writing. Course Note Previously JAPAN 101. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Fall Day Spring Day Designed to Serve Transfer students who need to fulfill a language requirement; students interested in Japanese language and cultures. Active Date 20210211T14:42:52 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 25 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: AA Humanities Area I Course Outline Building Language Skills Personal Information Everyday greetings Introducing yourself Numbers (phone numbers and telling time) Talking about likes and dislikes Nationalities and Languages The Japanese writing system Hiragana, Katakana and Kanji Japanese names Around Campus Classroom expressions Cities and neighborhoods Gaining Cultural Knowledge Japanese universities and colleges Japanese addresses 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 Japanese language. Communities. Participate in communities at home and abroad in Japan.
	JAPN& 122 - Japanese II 5 Credits A comprehensive beginning Japanese course, which includes instruction and practice in all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and character writing. Pre-requisite(s) JAPN& 121 min 1.5 Course Note Previously JAPAN 102. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Winter Day Designed to Serve Students interested in Japanese language and cultures. Active Date 20210211T14:42:53 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 25 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: AA Humanities Area I Course Outline Describing locations using location nouns Pronouns Copula and Verb conjugations (te-forms, dictionary forms) Noun phrases Recognizing and writing 58 kanji characters Numbers and counters Japanese culture (homes, leisure activities, shopping) 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 Japanese language. Communities. Participate in communities at home and abroad in Japan.
	JAPN& 123 - Japanese III 5 Credits A comprehensive beginning Japanese course, which includes instruction and practice in all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and character writing. Pre-requisite(s) JAPN& 122 min 1.5 Course Note Previously JAPAN 103. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Spring Day Designed to Serve Transfer students who need to fulfill a language requirement; ; students needing Humanities distribution credits ; students interested in Japanese language and cultures. Active Date 20210211T14:42:54 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 25 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: AA Humanities Area I Course Outline Objectives: Describing likes and dislikes Describing preferences Making requests Expressing quantities and numbers Talking about prices Shopping Extending invitations Ordering at a restaurant Continuation of mastering Japanese writing system: new Kanji (47) Major Grammar: Particles Plain present forms of verbs Comparative Superlative Counters Conjunctions 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 Japanese language. Communities. Participate in communities at home and abroad in Japan.
	JAPN& 221 - Japanese IV 5 Credits Further study of Japanese grammar, vocabulary, kanji, and Japanese culture with emphasis on practical communication and the development of listening, reading, writing and speaking skills; Review of previously learned grammar and kanji when necessary. Instruction will be conducted only in Japanese, and students are also expected to use only Japanese in these second year Japanese courses. Pre-requisite(s) JAPN& 123 with minimum 1.5 Course Note Previously JAPAN 201. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Designed to Serve Transfer students who need to fulfill a language requirement; students needing Humanities distribution credits ; students interested in Japanese language and culture. Active Date 20210403T10:09:18 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 25 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: AA Humanities Area I Course Outline Adverbial form of adjectives and nouns Making inferences and expressing uncertainty Conjunctions Verb conjugations (volitional form, Expressing degrees of politeness in requests Recognizing and writing 90 kanji characters Student Learning Outcomes Interpersonal. Effectively articulate expression of self through participation in conversations on familiar topics and everyday life using correct sentences and series of sentences in the language of study. Presentational. Effectively present information and own thoughts about familiar topics using sentences and series of sentences in the language of study. Interpretive. Use appropriate language in appropriate context to answer questions and articulate main ideas and supporting details from a variety of texts. Cultural. Use some culturally appropriate vocabulary, expressions, and gestures that reflect an understanding of cultural differences related to written and spoken communication. Comparisons. Compare and contrast own culture and language to derive meaning from visual or written texts. Connections. Present and discuss societal or environmental topics of interest through the target language either in small groups or in front of a large audience. Communities. Reflect on their participation in communities at home and abroad in Japanese.
	JAPN& 222 - Japanese V 5 Credits Review of Japanese grammar and language conventions; further study of kanji; continued reading, writing and speaking practice; and study of Japanese culture. Pre-requisite(s) JAPN& 221 min 1.5 Course Note Previously JAPAN 202. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Designed to Serve Transfer students who need to fulfill a language requirement; students needing Humanities distribution credits ; students interested in Japanese language and culture. Active Date 20210403T10:09:18 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 25 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: AA Humanities Area I Course Outline Asking and giving permissions Expressing obligations and expectations Expressing unacceptability Expressing actions in the future and making preparations Transitive and intransitive verbs Asking and giving directions Recognizing and writing 90 kanji characters Student Learning Outcomes Interpersonal. Effectively articulate expression of self through participation in conversations on familiar topics and everyday life using correct sentences and series of sentences in the language of study. Presentational. Effectively present information and own thoughts about familiar topics using sentences and series of sentences in the language of study. Interpretive. Use appropriate language in appropriate context to answer questions and articulate main ideas and supporting details from a variety of texts. Cultural. Use some culturally appropriate vocabulary, expressions, and gestures that reflect an understanding of cultural differences related to written and spoken communication. Comparisons. Compare and contrast own culture and language to derive meaning from visual or written texts. Connections. Present and discuss societal or environmental topics of interest through the target language either in small groups or in front of a large audience. Communities. Reflect on their participation in communities at home and abroad in Japanese.
	JAPN& 223 - Japanese VI 5 Credits Review of Japanese grammar and language conventions; further study of kanji; continued reading, writing and speaking practice; and study of Japanese culture. Pre-requisite(s) JAPN& 222 min. 1.5 Course Note Previously JAPAN 203. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Designed to Serve Transfer students who need to fulfill a language requirement; students needing Humanities distribution credits; students interested in Japanese language and culture. Active Date 20210403T10:09:18 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 25 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: AA Humanities Area I Course Outline Using verbs of giving and receiving Expressing and open hypothetical condition Honorific and humble expressions Passive form Causative passive forms Recognizing and writing 90 kanji characters Student Learning Outcomes Interpersonal. Effectively articulate expression of self through participation in conversations on familiar topics and everyday life using correct sentences and series of sentences in the language of study. Presentational. Effectively present information and own thoughts about familiar topics using sentences and series of sentences in the language of study. Interpretive. Use appropriate language in appropriate context to answer questions and articulate main ideas and supporting details from a variety of texts. Demonstrate awareness of the importance of effective communication in an increasingly global society. Cultural. Use some culturally appropriate vocabulary, expressions, and gestures that reflect an understanding of cultural differences related to written and spoken communication. Connections. Present and discuss societal or environmental topics of interest through the target language either in small groups or in front of a large audience. Connections. Present and discuss concepts and information of other disciplines through the Japanese language. Communities. Reflect on their participation in communities at home and abroad in Japanese.
Journalism/Mass Media
	JRNL 101 - Beginning Newswriting 5 Credits Examining, analyzing and writing leads, news stories, sports and features, plus research and interviewing techniques. Students will write for the Thunderword, the weekly student newspaper, as the lab for the class. Pre-requisite(s) ENGL 99 with min 2.0 Placement Eligibility English 101 Course Note Counts as second writing course for degree distributions. FeesJL Quarters Typically Offered Summer Online Fall Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve Journalism and Humanties area students; transfer students in communications and other fields who want five (5) credits of writing credits. Active Date 20220330T15:34:12 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 25 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: AA Humanities Area I Course Outline Basics of reporting and what news is. Fundamental tenets and ethical approaches to journalistic writing, including accuracy and deadlines. Kinds of stories/ writing print news, features, arts and sports. Use of stylebook. Use of personal computers. Legal and ethical issues. Students will write for the Thunderword, which is the laboratory for the class. Student Learning Outcomes Identify elements of what makes news and is considered journalistic writing. Construct information for stories by gathering appropriate information, crafting applicable questions, and conducting interviews with relevant people. Construct publishable stories for a given audience based on professional industry standards. Apply ethical standards to the news gathering, writing, and interviewing process with regard to accuracy and the treatment of people of diverse backgrounds. Apply editing techniques for one’s writing, as well as others’ writing, that conforms to professional industry standards. Collaborate effectively with other team members to produce a weekly publication.
	JRNL 105 - Photojournalism 5 Credits Learning operation of digital cameras and electronic photo editing for print media. Basics of news photography as distinct from other kinds of photography. Includes cropping, sizing, cutline writing and photo selection and photo displays for newspapers, magazines, newsletters, brochures, advertising and other publications. FeesJL Quarters Typically Offered Fall Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve Communications and arts majors; students needing communications credit. Active Date 20190722T16:12:00 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 15 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Lecture 10 Lab 60 Total Contact Hours 70 Degree Distributions: AA Humanities Area I Course Outline Operation of digital cameras Elements of news photography Taking pictures for the newspaper Gathering information to write cutlines for photos Electronic photo editing Student Learning Outcomes Students will be able to identify and explain concepts of news photography as a means of communication. Students will be able to shoot photographs based on relating photographic opportunities to existing news stories. Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in using Photoshop to edit photos for print and online publication.
	JRNL 115 - Writing for the Media 5 Credits Focus on writing styles, formats and techniques for print, broadcast and the Internet. Students will practice writing scripts, releases, news stories and interviews, as well as treatments, proposals and timetables. Includes study of audience, flowcharts, copyright law and libel. Pre-requisite(s) ENGL& 101 min 2.0 Fees Quarters Typically Offered Fall Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve IMP students and others needing a second writing course. Active Date 2011-07-25 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 25 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: AA Humanities Area I Course Outline 1. Audience analysis 2. Copyright law and libel 3. storyboarding 4. Flowcharts 5. Hypertext 6. Elements of narrative 7. Creation of appropriate graphics 8. News releases 9. Interviewing 10. Proposal writing Student Learning Outcomes Students who exert the appropriate effort should be able to perform the following tasks: 1. Analyze an audience. 2. Develop accurate film charts. 3. Utilize hypertext to enhance user’s learning. 4. Create scripts. 5. Match writing to graphics. 6. Transcribe from storyboard to final product. 7. Evaluate effectiveness of first project in terms of original objection. 8. Understand copyright law and libel.
	JRNL 140 - Cooperative Education 5 Credits Cooperative education provides an opportunity to combine classroom theory with practical work experience. Experience gained in the workplace is related to the student’s field of study or career goals. Instructor Permission Required Yes FeesHD Quarters Typically Offered Summer Online Fall Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve Students who want to gain practical work experience, test career choices and compare classroom theory with workplace practices. Active Date 20210311T08:50:52 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Variable Credit Yes Range 1-5 OEE Yes Class Limit 99 Contact Hours: Field Studies 165 Total Contact Hours 165 Degree Distributions: Course Outline Measurable learning objectives. Setting and accomplishing goals. Career development or exploration through work experience. Successful work habits and attitudes. Interpersonal communication skills. Student Learning Outcomes Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent journalism project that conforms to given requirements and industry standards.
	JRNL 201 - Advanced Newswriting 5 Credits Advanced instruction in researching, interviewing and writing on deadline for a regularly produced student publication. Pre-requisite(s) JRNL 101 with min. 2.0 FeesJL Quarters Typically Offered Fall Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve Students interested in writing/journalism as a career. Students earning an AA degree (emphasis in journalism). Active Date 20210311T08:50:53 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 15 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Lecture 22 Lab 66 Total Contact Hours 88 Degree Distributions: AA Humanities Area I Course Outline Learning how to search for stories; information gathering. Writing and rewriting stories. Developing story ideas and important sources. Understanding freedom of the press, libel, and other legalities, and ethics. Finding and dealing with experts and/or credible sources. Double and re-double checking accuracy. Student Learning Outcomes Students will be able to remember and apply basic rules of spelling, punctuation, grammar and style in their writing. Students will be able to gather, analyze and organize information as to its relevance and importance in writing stories about people and events. Students will be able to create stories relevant to diverse groups of readers in a timely fashion.
	JRNL 202 - Advanced Newswriting 5 Credits Advanced instruction in researching, interviewing and writing on deadline for a regularly produced student publication. Pre-requisite(s) JRNL 101 with min. 2.0 FeesJL Quarters Typically Offered Fall Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve Students interested in writing/ journalism as a career. Students earning an AA degree (emphasis in journalism). Active Date 20210311T08:50:54 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 15 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Lecture 22 Lab 66 Total Contact Hours 88 Degree Distributions: AA Humanities Area I Course Outline Learning how to search for stories; information gathering. Writing and rewriting stories. Developing story ideas and important sources. Understanding freedom of the press, libel, and other legalities, and ethics. Finding and dealing with experts and/or credible sources. Double and re-double checking accuracy. Student Learning Outcomes Students will be able to remember and apply basic rules of spelling, punctuation, grammar and style in their writing. Students will be able to gather, analyze and organize information as to its relevance and importance in writing stories about people and events. Students will be able to create stories relevant to diverse groups of readers in a timely fashion.
	JRNL 203 - Advanced Newswriting 5 Credits Advanced instruction in researching, interviewing and writing on deadline for a regularly produced student publication. Pre-requisite(s) JRNL 101 with min. 2.0 FeesJL Quarters Typically Offered Fall Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve Students interested in writing/ journalism as a career. Students earning an AA degree (emphasis in journalism). Active Date 20210311T08:50:54 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 15 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Lecture 22 Lab 66 Total Contact Hours 88 Degree Distributions: AA Humanities Area I Course Outline Learning how to search for stories; information gathering. Writing and rewriting stories. Developing story ideas and important sources. Understanding freedom of the press, libel, and other legalities, and ethics. Finding and dealing with experts and/or credible sources. Double and re-double checking accuracy. Student Learning Outcomes Students will be able to remember and apply basic rules of spelling, punctuation, grammar and style in their writing. Students will be able to gather, analyze and organize information as to its relevance and importance in writing stories about people and events. Students will be able to create stories relevant to diverse groups of readers in a timely fashion.
	JRNL 215 - Newspaper Production Editing 5 Credits Advanced instruction and practicum in editing a regularly scheduled publication. Pre-requisite(s) JRNL 201 with min. 2.0 FeesJL Quarters Typically Offered Fall Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve 1. Students interested in writing/ journalism as a career 2. Students opting for an A.A. degree (emphasis in journalism). Active Date 20210311T08:50:55 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 15 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Lecture 22 Lab 66 Total Contact Hours 88 Degree Distributions: AA Humanities Area I Course Outline Pre-production staff meetings. Editing of submitted articles. Working with staff reporters Classroom session with instructor on style and content topics Layout of publication Post-production staff meeting Student Learning Outcomes Use correct grammar, punctuation and journalistic style to correctly edit others' work according to industry standards. Assign stories to reporters in appropriate sections of the newspaper, applying basic news concepts. Assign and gather art appropriate to stories. Analyze page elements – stories, headlines and art – to design pages that are both attractive and contribute to readability. Write headlines that thematically match and correctly describe the stories.
	JRNL 216 - Newspaper Production Editing 5 Credits Advanced instruction and practicum in editing a regularly scheduled publication. Pre-requisite(s) JRNL 201 with min. 2.0 FeesJL Quarters Typically Offered Fall Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve 1. Students interested in writing/ journalism as a career 2. Students opting for an A.A. degree (emphasis in journalism). Active Date 20210311T08:50:55 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 15 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Lecture 22 Lab 66 Total Contact Hours 88 Degree Distributions: AA Humanities Area I Course Outline Pre-production staff meetings. Editing of submitted articles. Working with staff reporters Classroom session with instructor on style and content topics Layout of publication Post-production staff meeting Student Learning Outcomes Use correct grammar, punctuation and journalistic style to correctly edit others' work according to industry standards. Assign stories to reporters in appropriate sections of the newspaper, applying basic news concepts. Assign and gather art appropriate to stories. Analyze page elements – stories, headlines and art – to design pages that are both attractive and contribute to readability. Write headlines that thematically match and correctly describe the stories.
	JRNL 217 - Newspaper Production Editing 5 Credits Advanced instruction and practicum in editing a regularly scheduled publication. Pre-requisite(s) JRNL 201 with min 2.0 FeesJL Quarters Typically Offered Fall Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve 1. Students interested in writing/ journalism as a career 2. Students opting for an A.A. degree (emphasis in journalism). Active Date 20210311T08:50:56 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 15 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Lecture 22 Lab 66 Total Contact Hours 88 Degree Distributions: AA Humanities Area I Course Outline Pre-production staff meetings. Editing of submitted articles. Working with staff reporters Classroom session with instructor on style and content topics Layout of publication Post-production staff meeting Student Learning Outcomes Use correct grammar, punctuation and journalistic style to correctly edit others' work according to industry standards. Assign stories to reporters in appropriate sections of the newspaper, applying basic news concepts. Assign and gather art appropriate to stories. Analyze page elements – stories, headlines and art – to design pages that are both attractive and contribute to readability. Write headlines that thematically match and correctly describe the stories.
	JRNL 240 - Cooperative Education 5 Credits Cooperative education provides an opportunity to combine classroom theory with practical work experience. Experience gained in the workplace is related to the student’s field of study or career goals. Instructor Permission Required Yes FeesHD Quarters Typically Offered Summer Online Fall Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve Students who want to gain practical work experience, test career choices and compare classroom theory with workplace practices. Active Date 20210311T08:50:57 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Variable Credit Yes Range 1-5 OEE Yes Class Limit 99 Contact Hours: Field Studies 165 Total Contact Hours 165 Degree Distributions: Course Outline Measurable learning objectives. Setting and accomplishing goals. Career development or exploration through work experience. Successful work habits and attitudes. Interpersonal communication skills. Student Learning Outcomes Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent journalism project that conforms to given requirements and industry standards.
	JRNL 291 - Special Studies 1 Credits Individual or group project developed by student(s) and instructor appropriate to Journalism/Mass Media program content. Instructor Permission Required Yes Fees Quarters Typically Offered Fall Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve Students interested in the journalism/mass media. Active Date 20201105T14:51:16 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Independent Study Yes OEE Yes Class Limit 19 Contact Hours: Independent Studies 33 Total Contact Hours 33 Degree Distributions: Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Studies will vary according to student and instructional needs. Student Learning Outcomes Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent journalism project that conforms to given requirements.
	JRNL 292 - Special Studies 2 Credits Individual or group project developed by student(s) and instructor appropriate to Journalism/Mass Media program content. Instructor Permission Required Yes Fees Quarters Typically Offered Fall Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve Students interested in journalism/ mass media. Active Date 20201105T14:51:16 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Independent Study Yes OEE Yes Class Limit 19 Contact Hours: Independent Studies 66 Total Contact Hours 66 Degree Distributions: Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Studies will vary according to student and instructional needs. Student Learning Outcomes Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent journalism project that conforms to given requirements.
	JRNL 293 - Special Studies 3 Credits Individual or group project developed by student(s) and instructor appropriate to Journalism/Mass Media program content. Instructor Permission Required Yes Fees Quarters Typically Offered Fall Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve Students interested in journalism/ mass media. Active Date 20201105T14:51:17 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Independent Study Yes OEE Yes Class Limit 19 Contact Hours: Independent Studies 99 Total Contact Hours 99 Degree Distributions: Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Studies will vary according to student and instructional needs. Student Learning Outcomes Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent journalism project that conforms to given requirements.
	JRNL 294 - Special Studies 4 Credits Individual or group project developed by student(s) and instructor appropriate to Journalism/Mass Media program content. Instructor Permission Required Yes Fees Quarters Typically Offered Fall Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve Students interested in journalism/ mass media. Active Date 20201105T14:51:17 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Independent Study Yes OEE Yes Class Limit 19 Contact Hours: Independent Studies 132 Total Contact Hours 132 Degree Distributions: Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Studies will vary according to student and instructional needs. Student Learning Outcomes Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent journalism project that conforms to given requirements.
	JRNL 295 - Special Studies 5 Credits Individual or group project developed by student(s) and instructor appropriate to Journalism/Mass Media program content. Instructor Permission Required Yes Fees Quarters Typically Offered Fall Day Winter Day Spring Day Designed to Serve Students interested in journalism/ mass media. Active Date 20201105T14:51:18 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Independent Study Yes OEE Yes Class Limit 19 Contact Hours: Independent Studies 165 Total Contact Hours 165 Degree Distributions: Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Studies will vary according to student and instructional needs. Student Learning Outcomes Effectively complete a mutually agreed-upon, independent journalism project that conforms to given requirements.
Library & Information Services
	LIBR 130 - School Libraries 5 Credits Examination of the role of the librarian in typical K-12 school library settings emphasizing coordination of curricular and student needs, reading motivation, intellectual freedom, and the teaching of information literacy. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Winter Online Designed to Serve Students in the Library & Information Services Program, especially those working toward their School Library Media Endorsement or those in the Apprenticeship program; library staff wanting to increase their knowledge of school libraries. Active Date 20190625T13:37:14 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 38 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Librarian Roles Library Strategic Plan Collaborate with Teachers on Information Literacy and Technology Skills Readers Advisory Information Literacy Instruction Plan Community Partners Library Programming Student Learning Outcomes Analyze the primary roles librarians play in the broader school community based on an individual school’s needs. Compose a strategic plan that incorporates government, district and professional expectations for a school library media program. Embed information literacy and technology literacy skills into assignments via collaboration with classroom teachers. Assist and advise students in the selection of useful and/or desirable reading materials, in a variety of genres, subject areas, and formats. Develop an Information Literacy instruction plan for students. Present a plan for potential program partners from the community that could benefit students and enhance the educational mission of the school. Develop creative library programming that could be implemented to enhance the educational mission of the school.
	LIBR 160 - Computers in Libraries 5 Credits Introduction to existing and emerging library-related technologies with a focus on effective use of catalogs, databases, the Internet, integrated library systems, library Websites, accessing and downloading various formats electronically, troubleshooting and assisting patrons. Attention is paid to the role that computers play in libraries and their impact, as well as electronic communication, security, assistive technology, working in networked environments, hardware and software and developing technology fluency. Students will also learn to transfer from situation to situation, adapting to new technologies as they emerge. FeesCF Quarters Typically Offered Spring Online Designed to Serve Students in the Library & Information Services program, Practitioner track and those working toward their School Library Media Endorsement; library staff wanting additional knowledge of computer technologies in libraries. Active Date 2014-04-24 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 38 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline 1. History & Computer Basics 2. Networks & Internet 3. Search Strategies for Library Databases 4. Web searching 5. Exploring E-Books 6. Integrated Library Systems 7. Patron Technology Needs, Library 2.0 and the Future 8. Security, Privacy, and Access Issues Student Learning Outcomes Explain how computers and other technologies are integrated into library services and processes, including library systems software. Describe the role and responsibility of libraries for introducing relevant technologies, including assistive technology, to the public. Demonstrate proficiency in identifying, evaluating, learning, and adapting to new technology. Demonstrate the ability to effectively search and retrieve information from online library resources. Demonstrate proficiency in downloading electronic media, including software, to multiple platforms and devices. Effectively assist and train patrons with library hardware and software. Explain basic computer and networking concepts. Demonstrate the ability to apply social, ethical, and legal principles as they pertain to the use of computers and other technologies in libraries. Perform basic computer troubleshooting.
	LIBR 178 - Technical Services & Cataloging for Small 5 Credits Introduction to technical services activities procedures, tools and systems in small libraries. Areas examined include ordering, receiving, processing, basic cataloging and preserving library materials in a variety of formats. Emphasis on customer-centered technical service practices; efficient management of materials requests; managing acquisitions and cataloging tools budgets; and using print and electronic tools for all aspects of technical services. Provides background for further studies in collection development, acquisitions, cataloging and preservation. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Fall Online Designed to Serve Students in the Library & Information Services program and those working toward their School Library Media Endorsement; as well as current library employees wanting to increase their knowledge of technical services with an emphasis in small libraries. Active Date 2014-04-24 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 38 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline 1) Technical Services history and overview. 2) Acquisitions: introduction; the publishing world; funding and gifts; vendors; licensing; management and principles. 3) Cataloging: introduction to MARC; authority control; copy cataloging; original cataloging; common policies and issues including quality/quantity and electronic resources. 4) Processing. 5) System Administration of online catalogs and databases. 6) Public Services from the Technical Services point of view. 7) Outsourcing technical services activities. 8) Technical Services organization, management and future trends. Student Learning Outcomes Identify the scope of technical services functions. Demonstrate the ability to recognize common techniques and methods of technical services operations and organization. Demonstrate awareness of current trends, issues, and problems in technical services and consider viable solutions to them. Demonstrate the ability to apply principles of and adhere to standards for descriptive cataloging and subject analysis, with an emphasis on copy cataloging. Demonstrate an understanding of concepts and principles related to authority control. Demonstrate an understanding of concepts and principles related used in subject analysis, with a special emphasis on Library of Congress Subject Headings and Library of Congress Classification.
	LIBR 190 - Library Administration and Management 5 Credits In-depth examination of the principles of library program management, including the management of personnel, facilities, budgets and services designed to meet the needs of users. Designed to meet the needs of school librarians and public library practitioners. FeesCF Quarters Typically Offered Summer Online Designed to Serve Students in the Library & Information Services program, Library Practitioner track and those working toward their School Library Media Endorsement; as well as current library employees seeking additional professional development in library management and administration. Active Date 2014-05-20 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 38 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline General library management, including organizational mission and structure, coordination of component units. Functions of supervision, including planning, organizing, leading, coordinating Hiring and managing library staff, including employees, volunteers, and assistants Communication and outreach to the library’s community, including the institutions of which it is a part. Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate knowledge of the library’s place within larger institutions and what those institutions expect from the library. Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of library program management, including the coordination of services and facilities designed to meet the needs of users. Demonstrate ability to assess program performance and progress toward achieving goals and objectives Communicate effectively within the organizational structure of which the library is a part. Recruit, assign, instruct, train, supervise, coordinate and evaluate support staff, volunteers, and/or student assistants. Effectively communicate and promote the library’s values, services, accomplishments and needs to library users and appropriate stakeholders.
	LIBR 195 - Collection Development 3 Credits Exploration of the principles and practices of library collection development in school libraries, including mission, policies, assessing user needs, selection tools and principles such as intellectual freedom. Designed to meet the needs of school librarians. FeesCF Quarters Typically Offered Summer Online Designed to Serve Students enrolled in the Library & Information Services program working toward their School Library Media Endorsement; as well as current school library employees seeking additional professional development in collection development of school libraries. Active Date 20200303T13:42:28 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 38 Contact Hours: Lecture 33 Total Contact Hours 33 Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline 1. Collection Development overview 2. Collection Development policies 3. Collection Development resources 4. Selecting materials for the collection 5. Weeding materials 6. Censorship and Intellectual Freedom Student Learning Outcomes Determine the library materials needed by students being served by the school library. Analyze sample collection development policies of school libraries to determine strengths and weaknesses. Select a variety of library materials appropriate to an elementary, middle, or high school library using suitable evaluation resources. Demonstrate professional weeding practices for a school library collection. Address censorship challenges to school library collections using policies and procedures.
Mathematics
	MATH 71 - Review of Arithmetic 5 Credits Designed for students needing to review the meaning of and methods for calculating with fractions, decimals, ratios, percents, and proportions. To earn credit for the course, students will have to pass mastery tests in four areas: whole numbers, decimals, fractions, and percents/proportions. Fees Quarters Typically Offered Designed to Serve Students who are able to compute with whole numbers by hand, and have some previous experience with decimals, fractions, ratios, percents, and proportions. Active Date 20170622T08:38:31 Grading Basis Credit/Non-Credit Class Limit 25 Shared Learning Environment Yes Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Field Studies 0 Clinical 0 Independent Studies 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: Course Outline The course incorporates realistic applications for all skills. * brief review of whole number arithmetic order of operations fraction arithmetic decimal arithmetic arithmetic involving ratios arithmetic involving percents aritmetic involving proportions Student Learning Outcomes Add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers with an accuracy of 80%. Read, add, subtact, multiply and divide fractions with an accuracy of 80%. Read, add, subtact, multiply and divide decimals with an accuracy of 80%. Read and compute with ratios, percentages, and proportions with an accuracy of 80%/ Use the correct order of operations in performing arithmetic calculations. Solve realistic problems involving arithmetic. Demonstrate mastery of essential concepts and procedures on timed exams to be eligible for passing the course.

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HSER 101 - Introduction to Human Services

HSER 102 - Physiology of Psychoactive Drugs

HSER 103 - Case Management

HSER 104 - Relapse Prevention

HSER 105 - Individual, Couple and Family CD Counseling

HSER 106 - Chemical Dependency Case Management

HSER 108 - Community Mental Health

HSER 109 - Chemical Dependency Group Counseling

HSER 110 - Interviewing & Counseling

HSER 113 - Adolescent CD Counseling

HSER 119 - Laws, Professionalism, and Ethics

HSER 120 - Group Process

HSER 126 - Foundations of Supported Employment

HSER 140 - Field Practicum I

HSER 141 - Practicum Seminar I

HSER 211 - Adulthood and Aging

HSER 220 - ASAM Criteria and Treatment Placement

HSER 221 - Adolescent Development

HSER 222 - Introduction to Substance Use Disorders

HSER 223 - Introduction to Positive Youth Development

HSER 225 - Individual, Family, and Group Addiction Counseling

HSER 231 - Disability Issues and Practices

HSER 240 - Practicum II

HSER 241 - Practicum Seminar II

HSER 251 - Family Violence

HSER 260 - Culturally Responsive Practices

HSER 265 - Essentials to Marketing and Job Dev

HSER 266 - Job Support and Retention

HSER 270 - Adult Family Home Administrator Training

HSER 291 - Independent Studies

HSER 292 - Independent Studies

HSER 293 - Independent Studies

HSER 294 - Independent Studies

HSER 295 - Independent Studies

HSER 401 - Theoretical Foundations of Youth Dev

HSER 421 - Contemporary Youth Issues

HSER 423 - PYD Program Design and Implementation

HSER 430 - Program Management, Supervision & Lead

HSER 435 - Community Youth Development

HSER 440 - Global Youth Perspectives

HSER 440 - Global Youth Perspectives

HSER 443 - Advanced Practicum I

HSER 445 - Advanced Practicum II

HSER 446 - Final Capstone

DSN 401 - Design Theory

DSN 405 - Creative Design Process

DSN 410 - Interactive Technology Design

DSN 415 - Cross-Disciplinary Design

DSN 420 - Systematic Team Process

DSN 425 - Diversity and Inclusive Design

DSN 430 - Leadership for Designers

DSN 435 - Capstone I

DSN 440 - Capstone II

DSN 445 - Internship

INTD 122 - Introduction to Interior Design

INT D 169 - 3-D Model Rendering

INTD 125 - Interior Design: Residential Studio

INTD 128 - History of Design

INTD 140 - Internship

INTD 168 - SketchUp

INTD 186 - Manual Drafting

INTD 196 - Architectural Drafting I

INTD 226 - Interior Design Studio: Commerical

INTD 236 - Portfolio Presentation

INTD 240 - Internship

INTD 270 - Sustainable Design

INTD 280 - Architectural Drafting in REVIT

JAPN 291 - Special Studies

JAPN 292 - Special Studies

JAPN 293 - Special Studies

JAPN 294 - Special Studies

JAPN 295 - Special Studies

JAPN& 121 - Japanese I

JAPN& 122 - Japanese II

JAPN& 123 - Japanese III

JAPN& 221 - Japanese IV

JAPN& 222 - Japanese V

JAPN& 223 - Japanese VI

JRNL 101 - Beginning Newswriting