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Yakima Valley College Catalog 2017-2018 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

Course Codes

Prerequisites

This section of the catalog identifies what the specific prerequisites, if any, are for each course. Course prerequisites are requirements that students must meet before they can enroll in a particular course. A student must earn a grade of C (2.0) or higher in prerequisite courses, unless otherwise noted, or unless the student receives the department chair’s written approval for the class or program.

Students are required to complete the prerequisites for a course before they can enroll in that class. As students register for classes, the system will check their student records for prerequisite requirements. If these requirements are found in the record, the student will be registered in the class, but if they are not found, the system will not allow registration for that course.

For information about departmental policies regarding prerequisites, contact the appropriate dean’s office.

Course Numbering

The numbers from 0-99 designate developmental courses and certain professional/technical classes. These classes are not college level. Classes numbered from 100-299 are college-level and generally transferable to baccalaureate degree programs.

Courses numbered 099, 199, or 299 designate independent study and field experience classes. Courses numbered 098, 198, or 298 designate experimental or exploratory classes. Cooperative field experience (co-op) courses are assigned the 190 and 290 numbered series. Community service courses are numbered with 076 and are not awarded credit.

Courses listed in this catalog constitute the most recent record of the total academic program of the college. Listing does not mean that all courses are offered every quarter or every year. Consult the class schedule for specific course offerings.

Common Course Numbering

Washington’s community and technical colleges want to make it easier for students to transfer credits among the state’s 34 community and technical colleges. YVC has moved to a common course numbering system, which will mean that the same course will be titled and numbered in a similar way at every community and technical college in the state.

There are a number of changes in course names and numbers for YVC. The changes should help you know that a course you have taken at one Washington College is the same at another, and the course will transfer easily.

Common courses are identified by an “&” following the department abbreviation. Transfer courses that are not identified as common will still transfer under the Direct Transfer Agreement as in the past. Please direct any questions to the Registrar in the Enrollment Services Office at the phone number listed in the directory.

Definitions and Codes

Co-requisite: These are one or more courses that must be taken together in the same quarter. For example, a lecture and lab in Chemistry.

Cross-disciplined courses: Courses in two different disciplines that have the same course description and credits. Credit cannot be given for both courses.

Distributions for DTA: Quarter Offered Codes Core Competency Codes
Communications F Fall Quarter ♦ Computation
Humanities S Spring Quarter • Communication
Humanities - Performance SR Summer Quarter ■ Human Relation
Natural Sciences W Winter Quarter  
Natural Sciences - Lab O Occasionally  
Quantitative    
Social Science    
 

Art
  

  • ART 105: Drawing II

    5 Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S
    This course functions as an expansion and reinforcement of the concepts and principles learned in ART 104 . It is intended to allow for a more individualized approach to drawing problems and stresses notions of intent and effective communication. Instruction also stresses a more advanced use of materials, mixed media approaches, and experimental processes.
    Prerequisite: ART 104  with a grade of C or better.
    Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
  

  • ART 107: Figure Drawing

    5 Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S
    This class is intended to use the human form as a vehicle to enhance drawing students’ perceptual and technical abilities. Along with fundamental drawing concerns, human anatomy will be stressed in activities and lectures. A survey of the figure in art will complement process-based exercises.
    Prerequisite: ART 104  with a grade of C or better.
    Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
  

  • ART 112: Intermediate Watercolor

    2 Cr
    Quarters: F, S
    Expansion of the techniques and concepts learned in beginning watercolor.  Additional emphasis given to the development of personal imagery and mixed media approaches.   May be repeated for credit.
    Prerequisite: ART 111 or permission of instructor.
    Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
  

  • ART 121: Western Traditions of Art

    5 Cr
    Quarters: O
    This course is an introduction to the art history of the Western tradition beginning with the Sumerians and extending to the present. The significant art and artists within each of the major Western historical periods will be examined, including Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Modern, and Post-Modern.
    Prerequisite: YVC placement into ENGL& 101  or completion of or concurrent enrollment in ENGL 095 .
    Distribution for DTA: Humanities
  

  • ART 122: Non-Western Traditions of Art

    5 Cr
    Quarters: O
    This course is an introduction to the art history of the non-western tradition beginning with the Egyptians and extending to the present. The significant art and artists within each of the major non-western cultures will be examined, including Africa, Oceania, the Americas, India, Islam, Southeast Asia, China, and Japan.
    Prerequisite: YVC placement into ENGL& 101  or completion of or concurrent enrollment in ENGL 095 .
    Distribution for DTA: Humanities
  

  • ART 150: Introduction to Clay

    5 Cr
    Quarters: F, S
    A broad introduction to basic ceramic techniques and materials. Students will develop fundamental forming and surface techniques including essential skills for the potter’s wheel, coil and slab construction, and various decorative and glazed surfaces.
    Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
  

  • ART 170: Introduction to Printmaking

    5 Cr
    Quarters: O
    An introduction to printmaking processes including relief, monoprint, drypoint, and collography.  Emphasis is on creating well-crafted and well-composed prints in small editions using a press (or hand techniques).  This course includes lecture, supervised studio time, and group critiques.
    Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
  

  • ART 190: Co-op Field Experience I

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: O
    Field work experience in a specific art-related discipline. May be repeated for credit.
    Prerequisite: Portfolio review, workplace placement.
  

  • ART 191: Co-op Field Experience II

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: O
    Field work experience in a specific art-related discipline. May be repeated for credit.
    Prerequisite: Portfolio review, workplace placement.
  

  • ART 198: Experimental/Exploratory Studies

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: O
    Experimental/exploratory studies in art.
  

  • ART 199: Individual Study in Studio Art

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S
    Independent projects in studio work. May be repeated for credit.
    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and prior studio class.
  

  • ART 201: Functional Pottery

    5 Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S
    An introduction to fundamental skills for the potter’s wheel, basic firing processes, and functional glazing techniques. Includes basic functional and visual design in utilitarian pottery.
    Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
  

  • ART 202: Clay I: Handbuilding

    5 Cr
    Quarters: W
    Exploration of three-dimensional form in clay using pinch, coil, slab, and solid construction with a variety of surface treatments including glaze firing. Emphasis is on creativity and sculptural techniques as well as developing a working understanding of clay materials and processes. This course includes lecture, supervised studio time, and group critiques.
    Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
  

  • ART 203: Clay II: Intermediate Wheelthrowing

    5 Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S
    Advanced technique and form on the potter’s wheel with emphasis on craftsmanship and development of a personal sense of direction in skill and artistry; also an introduction to glaze mixing and the principles of kiln firing.
    Prerequisite: ART 201  with a grade of C or better.
    Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
  

  • ART 204: Clay II: Intermediate Handbuilding

    5 Cr
    Quarters: O
    Students learn and explore advanced handbuilding techniques for sculptural ceramic art with an emphasis on craftsmanship and development of a personal sense of direction in skill and artistry. Students will refine surface decorating and glazing techniques and be introduced to principles of kiln firing.
    Prerequisite: ART 202  with a grade of C or better.
    Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
  

  • ART 205: Advanced Clay

    2 Cr
    Quarters: O
    Exploration of a personal direction in clay for experienced students who are not yet prepared to work independently. Instruction on the wheel or in handbuilding involving in-class and arranged work time. Emphasis on artistic content, stylistic maturity, and craftsmanship. May be repeated for credit.
    Prerequisite: ART 203  with a grade of C or better or permission of instructor.
    Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
  

  • ART 210: Painting I

    5 Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S
    This course will serve as an introduction to the fundamental skills integral to the practice of painting in either oil or acrylic. Emphasis will be given to technical approaches to painting, formal analysis of artwork, and experimental approaches to media. The major points of technical instruction are the perception of form, manipulation of color, and paint application.
    Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
  

  • ART 211: Painting II

    5 Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S
    This course is a continuation of the concepts and principals from beginning painting with an introduction to more varied techniques, philosophies, and approaches to content. The development of artistic intent and individual expression are stressed.
    Prerequisite: ART 210  with a grade of C or better.
    Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
  

  • ART 212: Painting III

    5 Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S
    This course will be focused on self-directed projects which allow for individual expressive choices based upon experience in previous painting classes. Students will work toward creating a cohesive body of work through the course of the quarter. Studio work will be complemented by written assignments and course specific readings.
    Prerequisite: ART 211  with a grade of C or better.
    Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
  

  • ART 280: Ancient & Medieval Art History

    5 Cr
    Quarters: F
    This course is an introductory survey of Western Art from ancient times through the Gothic period. Historical works of painting, sculpture, and architecture are examined within their pre-historical and historical contexts with special focus on the relationship of art to culture, politics, and religion.
    Prerequisite: YVC placement into ENGL& 101 .
    Distribution for DTA: Humanities
  

  • ART 281: Renaissance through Mid-19th Century Art History

    5 Cr
    Quarters: W
    This course is an introductory survey of the art created from the beginning of the European Renaissance through the mid-19th century. Historical works of painting, sculpture, and architecture are examined within their historical contexts with special focus on the relationship of art to culture, politics, and religion.
    Prerequisite: YVC placement into ENGL& 101 .
    Distribution for DTA: Humanities
  

  • ART 282: Impressionism through Post-Modernism

    5 Cr
    Quarters: S
    This course is an introductory survey of the art created from the end of the 19th to the end of the 20th centuries. Historical works of painting, sculpture, and architecture are examined within their historical and cultural contexts with special focus on the relationship of art to culture, politics, and the modern world. The course will address prevailing art styles and attitudes in the 19th century, the impact of Impressionism, and the many Modern Art movements and styles of the 20th century.
    Prerequisite: YVC placement into ENGL& 101 .
    Distribution for DTA: Humanities
  

  • ART 283: Asian Art History

    5 Cr
    Quarters: W
    A survey of the prominent styles of India, China, Southeast Asia, and Japan from the earliest artifacts to the development of Buddhist Art, ca. 3000 BCE to 1000 CE. This course explores the exchange and adaptation of artistic elements between Asian cultures and the effect of introduced religions on indigenous subjects and symbolism.
    Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL& 101 .
    Distribution for DTA: Humanities
  

  • ART 285: Art of Yoga

    5 Cr
    Quarters: O
    This course explores the eight-fold path of yoga and its representation in art and photography.  It is a survey of the visual representation of yoga with its beginning in the Indus Valley in 2500 BCE and its movement through India, South Asia, and eventually to the West.  Students will study the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and their application to art and experience the eight limbs of yoga through meditation, pranayama (breathing), and chair yoga.
    Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL& 101 .
    Distribution for DTA: Humanities
  

  • ART 299: Individual Study in Studio Art

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S
    Independent projects in studio work. May be repeated for credit.
    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and prior studio class.
  

  • ART& 100: Art Appreciation

    5 Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S, SR
    This is an introductory course in visual art incorporating lectures, demonstrations, and active learning projects.  Students will gain an awareness of the creative process, the various roles of art, and ways of viewing and responding to artworks.
    Prerequisite: YVC placement into ENGL 095 .
    Note: This course is not recommended for art majors planning to transfer to a four-year school.
    Distribution for DTA: Humanities

Astronomy
  

  • ASTR& 100: Survey of Astronomy

    5 Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S, SR
    For the student who wants to gain a familiarity with the universe, solar system, characteristics and motions of stars, nebulae and galaxies, time systems, and celestial coordination.
    Distribution for DTA: Natural Sciences

Automotive Service Technology
  

  • AST 100: Environmental and Automotive Safety

    2 Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S, SR
    This is an introductory course to the AST program and the automotive industry.  Students in this online course will be introduced to safety, environmental, and industry concerns and practices specific to the automotive industry and to our AST program.  Industry and program expectations and requirements will be presented to the student in this course.
  

  • AST 102: Applied Automotive Service Math

    3 Cr
    Quarters: S, SR
    This course includes mathematical application specific to the Automotive Service Industry and all automotive systems.  Content includes the following topics:  compression ratios, engine displacement, electrical circuits, gear ratios, pressures, temperatures, hydraulic and mechanical advantage calculations, steering and suspension calculations, and inside and outside diameter measurements using Micrometers and dial indicators.                                                               
    Prerequisite: Completion of MATH 075   with a grade of C or better. 
  

  • AST 111: Fundamentals and Electrical I Lecture

    8 Cr
    Quarters: F
    Students in this course will review the history of the automotive industry and its career opportunities.  There will be information about career planning, certifications, common compensation plans, and workplace etiquette.  Students will receive instruction on the fundamentals of electricity, magnetism, other physical and mechanical theories, and principles in motor vehicle systems. They will also be introduced to digital multimeter, lab scopes, testing and service equipment, and the different types of electrical circuits and wiring diagrams and their application.
    Prerequisite: Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in AST 100  with a grade of C or better, eligibility for MATH 049C  and eligibility for ENGL 090T  and concurrent enrollment in AST 112  or permission of instructor.
  

  • AST 112: Fundamentals and Electrical I Lab

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: F
    This lab course will introduce students to the automotive procedures of the industry.  They will practice equipment identification and use for engine measurements, repair, cooling, and lubrication systems.  They will apply the electrical theory to the diagnosis, repair, and safety of vehicles.  They will utilize vehicle service information databases, fastener identification, and thread repair.  Lab experience will occur in a realistic shot environment.
    Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in AST 100  with a grade of C or better, eligibility for MATH 049C  and eligibility for ENGL 090T , and concurrent enrollment in AST 111  or permission of instructor.
  

  • AST 113: Fundamentals and Electrical I Lecture

    8 Cr
    Quarters: W
    Students in this course will review the history of the automotive industry and its career opportunities. There will be information about career planning, certifications, common compensation plans, and workplace etiquette. Students will receive instruction on the fundamentals of electricity, magnetism, other physical and mechanical theories, and principles in motor vehicle systems, They will also be introduced to digital multimeters, lab scopes, testing and service equipment, and to the different types of electrical circuits and wiring diagrams and their application.
    Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AST 100   or completion of with a C or better. Eligible for MATH 049C  and ENGL 090T  . Concurrent enrollment in AST 114   or permission of instructor.          
  

  • AST 114: Fundamentals and Electrical I Lab

    8 Cr
    Quarters: F
    This lab course will introduce students to the automotive procedures of the insdustry. They will practice equipment identification and use for; engine measurements, repair, colling, and lubrication systems. They will apply the electrical theory to the diagnosis, repair and safety of vehicles. They will utilize vehicle service information databases, fastener identification and thread repair. Lab experience will occur in a realistic shop environment.
     
    Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AST 100   or completion of with a C or better.  Eligible for MATH 049C   and ENGL 090T .  Concurrent enrollment in AST 113   or permission of instuctor.                                                           
  

  • AST 121: Engines and Electrical II Lecture

    8 Cr
    Quarters: W
    Students will be introduced to advanced electrical diagnostics on lighting, instrumentation, and electrical accessories as well as gasoline and light duty diesel engine design and operation.  There will also be information about engine efficiency and performance.  Students will receive instruction in the design, function, diagnosis, and repair of the automotive engine and its components.  There will be instruction on the fundamentals of electronics, computers, and networking and how they are used in motor vehicle systems.
    Prerequisite: Completion of AST 111  and AST 112  with a grade of C or better, completion of or concurrent enrollment in AST 100  with a grade of C or better, and concurrent enrollment in AST 122  or permission of instructor.
  

  • AST 122: Engines and Electrical II Lab

    4 or 8 Cr
    Quarters: W
    This course allows the students to practice engine mechanical diagnostic and repair procedures on gasoline internal combustion engines (ICE).  Students will disassemble, inspect, and reassemble an IC engine using industry service procedures on visual aids and live vehicles.  This course also builds upon basic electrical theory, diagnostic analysis, and repair procedures presented in AST 111 , AST 112 , and AST 121  to introduce students to the practical application of diagnostics and repair on electronic/computer-controlled vehicle systems including lighting, instrumentation, and optional accessories.
    Prerequisite: Completion of AST 111  and AST 112  both with a grade of C or better and concurrent enrollment in AST 121  or permission of instructor.
  

  • AST 123: Engines and Electrical II Lecture

    8.0
    Quarters: W
    Students will be introduced to advanced electrical diagnostics on lighting, instrumentation, electrical accessories, as well as gasoline and light duty diesel engine design and operation.  There will also be information about engine efficiency and performance.  Students will receive instruction in the design, function, diagnosis, and repair of the automotive engine and its components.  There will be instruciton on the fundamentals of electronics, computers, and networking and how they are used in motor vehicle systems.                        

     
    Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AST 124  .  Completion of AST 113   and AST 114   with a C or better, and concurrent enrollment in AST 100   or completion of, with a C or better or permission of instructor.            
  

  • AST 124: Engine and Electrical II Lab

    4-8
    Quarters: W
    This course allows the student to practice engine mechanical diagnostic and repair procedures on gasoline internal combustion engines (ICE).  Students will disassemble, inspect, and reassemble an ICE using industry service procedures on visual aids and live vehicles.  This course also builds upon basic electical theory, diagnostic analysis, and repair procedures presented in AST 113 , AST 114 , and AST 123   to introduce students to the practical application of diagnostics and repair on electronic/computer controlled vehicle systems, including lighting, instrumentation, and optional accessories.                  

     
    Prerequisite: Completion of AST 113  and AST 114  with a C or better, concurrent enrollment in AST 123 , or permission of instructor.                       
  

  • AST 131: Steering, Suspension, and Brakes Lecture

    8 Cr
    Quarters: S
    Students in this course will be introduced to suspension, steering, and brake system service, design, and operation.  They will study alignment geometry and dynamics, computerized four-wheel alignment systems as well as tire design, construction, and grading.  Students will receive instruction in the design, function, diagnosis, and repair of supplemental restraint systems.  They are introduced to the operation, diagnosis, and repairs associated with the Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS), traction control, and electronic stability control systems used in today’s enhanced automobiles.
    Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment or completion of AST 100  with a grade of C or better, eligibility for MATH 049C  and eligibility for ENGL 090T  or permission of instructor.
  

  • AST 132: Steering, Suspension, and Brakes Lab

    4 or 8 Cr
    Quarters: S
    Students will apply theory presented in AST 131  as they perform steering and suspension system inspections, measurements, diagnostics, and repairs.  Students will remove, disassemble, repair, assemble, and reinstall steering and suspension components and perform four-wheel alignments using modern computerized equipment.  This course is also an introduction to automotive brake system types, function, and their diagnostics and repair procedures.  Students will inspect, diagnose, disassemble, and repair mechanical and electronic brake systems utilizing industry standard procedures and equipment on live vehicles.
    Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in or completion of AST 100  with a grade of C or better, eligibility for MATH 049C  and eligibility for ENGL 090T , or permission of instructor.
  

  • AST 133: Steering, Suspension, and Brakes Lecture

    8 Cr
    Quarters: S
    Students in this course will be introduced to suspension, steering and brake system service, design and operation.  They will study alignment geometry and dynamics, computerized four-wheel alignment systems as well as tire design, construction, and grading.  Students will receive instruction in the design, function, diagnosis, and repair of supplemental restraint systems.  They are introduced to the operation, diagnosis, and repairs associated with Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS), traction control, and electronic stability control systems used in today’s enhanced automobiles. 
    Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in or completion of AST 100   with a C or better, eligible for MATH 049C   and ENGL 090T  , or permission of instructor.
  

  • AST 134: Emission and HVAC Systems Lecture

    8 Cr
    Quarters: S
    Students will apply theory presented in AST 133   as they perform steering and suspension system inspections, measurements, diagnostics, and repairs.  Students will remove, disassemble, repair, assemble, and reinstall steering and suspension components and perform four-wheel alignments using modern computerized equipment.  This course is also an introduction to automotive brake system types, function, and their diagnostics and repair procedures.  Students will inspect, diagnose, disassemble, and repair mechanical electronic brake systems utilizing industry standard procedures and equipment, on live vehicles. 
    Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in or completion of AST 100   with a C or better, eligible for MATH 049C   and ENGL 090T  , or permission of instructor.
  

  • AST 190: Co-op Field Experience I

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S
    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.  See instructor for course entry code.
  

  • AST 191: Co-op Field Experience II

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S
    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.  See instructor for course entry code.
  

  • AST 192: Co-op Field Experience III

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S
    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.  See instructor for course entry code.
  

  • AST 193: Co-op Field Experience IV

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S
    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.  See instructor for course entry code.
  

  • AST 198: Experimental/Exploratory Studies

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: O
    Experimental/exploratory studies in automotive service technology.
  

  • AST 199: Independent Study/Field Experience

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: O
    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.  See instructor for course entry code.
  

  • AST 211: Engine Performance I: Lecture

    8 Cr
    Quarters: F
    Students will understand the principles, operations, and diagnostic techniques of the modern automotive computer-controlled gasoline engine systems. The students will understand identification, diagnosis, and repair of the automotive powertrain systems including fuel delivery and fuel injection, ignition, and the electronic control systems.
    Prerequisite: AST 121  and AST 122  with a grade of C or better and concurrent enrollment in AST 212 .
  

  • AST 212: Engine Performance I: Lab

    8 Cr
    Quarters: F
    In this lab, students will apply the theory and operations presenting in AST 211 . The student will identify, diagnose, and repair problems associated with the computer-controlled automotive powertrain, its systems, and components. These systems include fuel delivery, fuel injection, ignition, and electronic control.
    Prerequisite: AST 121  and AST 122  both with a grade of C or better and concurrent enrollment in AST 211 .
  

  • AST 221: Automotive Drivetrains Lecture

    8 Cr
    Quarters: W
    This course introduces and explores light duty automotive drivetrains from the engine to the driving wheels.  Manual and automatic transmission application, components, powerflow, function, maintenance, and service will be presented.  Two, four, and all-wheel drive system types and drive axles will be discussed.  This course aligns with the corresponding Automotive Service Excellence (ASE areas A2 and A3) certification and our National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) Accreditation standards.
    Prerequisite: AST 100 , AST 111 , AST 112 , AST 121 , AST 122  all with a grade of C or better and concurrent enrollment in AST 222  or permission of instructor.
  

  • AST 222: Automotive Drivetrains Lab

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: W
    This course introduces and explores maintenance, service, and the repair of light duty automotive drivetrains.  Manual and automatic transmission identification, components, powerflow, function, maintenance, service, and service equipment will be presented.  Two, four, and all0wheel drive systems and drive axles inspection, maintenance, and repair will be performed.
    Prerequisite: AST 100 , AST 111 , AST 112 , AST 121 , AST 122  all with a grade of C or better and concurrent enrollment in AST 221  or permission of instructor.
  

  • AST 223: Automotive Drivetrains Lecture

    8.0
    Quarters: W
    This course introduces and explores light duty automotive drivetrains from the engine to the driving wheels.  Manual and automatic transmission application, components, powerflow, function, maintenance, and service will be presented.  Two, four and all wheel drive sysem types and drive axles will be discussed.  This course aligns with the corresponding Automotive Service Excellence (ASE areas A2 and A3) certification and our National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) Accreditation standards.             

     
    Prerequisite: Completion of AST 100  , AST 113  , AST 114  , AST 123  , and AST 224   or instructor permission.  
  

  • AST 224: Automotive Drivetrains Lab

    4-8 Cr
    This course introduces and explores maintenance, service, and the repair of light duty automotive drivetrains.  Manual and automatic transmission identification, components, powerflow, function, maintenance, service and service equipment will be presented.  Two, four, and all wheel drive systems and drive axles inspection, maintenance and repair will be performed. 
    Prerequisite: Completion of AST 100  , AST 113  , AST 114  , AST 123  , AST 124   with a grade of C or better, and concurrent enrollment in AST 223   or instructor permission.                       
  

  • AST 231: Emissions and HVAC Systems Lecture

    8 Cr
    Quarters: S
    This lecture course is an introduction to light duty automotive emission control systems and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.  This course reviews operation theory, system types, components, function, application in establishing a systematic approach to inspection diagnosis, and service and repair procedures for both the emissions and HVAC systems.
    Prerequisite: Completion of AST 100 , AST 111 , AST 112 , AST 121 , and AST 122   all with a grade of C or better and concurrent enrollment in AST 232  or permission of instructor.
  

  • AST 232: Emissions and HVAC Systems Lab

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: S
    This lab course is the application and reinforcement of theory presented in the corresponding lecture course to light duty automotive emission control systems and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.  This course reviews operational theory, system types, components, function, application, and equipment in the development of a systematic approach to inspection, diagnosis, and service and repair procedures for both the emissions and HVAC systems are included in the scope of this course.
    Prerequisite: Completion of AST 100 , AST 111 , AST 112 , AST 121 , AST 122  all with a grade of C or better and concurrent enrollment in AST 231  or permission of instructor.
  

  • AST 233: Emission and HVAC Systems Lecture

    8 C
    Quarters: S
    This lecture course is an introduction to light duty automotive emission control systems and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.  This course reviews operational theory, system types, components, function, and application in establishing a systematic approach to inspection, diagnosis, and service and repair procedures for both the emissions and HVAC systems.  
    Prerequisite: Completion of AST 100 , AST 113 , AST 114 , AST 123 , and AST 124   with a C or better and concurrent enrollment in AST 234  or instructor permission.
  

  • AST 234: Emission and HVAC Systems Lecture

    8 Cr
    Quarters: S
    This lab course is the application and reinforcement of theory presented in the corresponding lecture course to light duty automotive emission control systems and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.  This course reviews operational theory, systems types, components, function, application, equipment, and how to execute a systematic approach to inspection, diagnosis, service and repair procedures for both the emissions and HVAC systems. 
    Prerequisite: Completion of AST 100  , AST 113  , AST 114 , AST 123  , and AST 124   with a C or better and concurrent enrollment in AST 233   or instructor permission.
  

  • AST 290: Adv. Co-op Field Experience I

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S
    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.  See instructor for course entry code.
  

  • AST 291: Adv. Co-op Field Experience II

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S
    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.  See instructor for course entry code.
  

  • AST 292: Adv. Co-op Field Experience III

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S
    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.  See instructor for course entry code.
  

  • AST 293: Adv. Co-op Field Experience IV

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: F, W, S
    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.  See instructor for course entry code.
  

  • AST 298: Experimental/Exploratory Studies

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: O
    Experimental/exploratory studies in automotive service technology.
  

  • AST 299: Independent Study/Field Experience

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: O
    Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

Bachelor of Applied Science
  

  • BAS 402: DH National Board Competencies

    10 Cr
    Quarters: O
    Students earn crosswalk credits for successful completion of the Dental Hygiene Nation Board Exam.
    Prerequisite: Licensed Dental Hygienist.
  

  • BAS 403: DH National Board Competencies

    10 Cr
    Quarters: O
    Students earn crosswalk credits for successful completion of the Dental Hygiene National Board Exam.
    Prerequisite: Licensed Dental Hygienist.
  

  • BAS 404: DH National Board Competencies

    10 Cr
    Quarters: O
    Students earn crosswalk credits for successful completion of the Dental Hygiene National Baord Exam.
    Prerequisite: Licensed Dental Hygienist.

Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management
  

  • ACCT 425: Financial Statement Analysis

    5 Cr
    Quarters: F
    This course analyzes financial statements for investment and credit decisions using profitability and risk measures. Students learn to integrate economics, business strategy, accounting, and other business disciplines and to focus on the application of important concepts and analytical tools.                                                

     
    Prerequisite: Admission to the Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management Program and completion of BASM 340   with a grade of C or better.
  

  • BASM 300: Management Theory

    5 Cr
    Quarters: F
    Through a study of effective management practices, the course explores managerial theory through a study of leadership, individuals, teams, and organizational structure and culture. Students will discuss relevant concepts and applications of strategic planning, transformational leadership/management, problem-solving, conflict management, negotiation, and control systems. The course will address current issues regarding ethical behavior, social responsibility, and diversity.
    Prerequisite: Admission into Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management program or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASM 305: Managerial Economics

    5 Cr
    Quarters: W
    This course introduces students to a few common principles from the field of economics relevant for business managers. Course content draws key elements from both microeconomics and macroeconomics, like supply and demand, market dynamics, utility, economic profit and cost, resource management, inflation, unemployment, economic growth, money, and fiscal and monetary policy. Students will utilize these principles and real-world economic data to analyze the impact of economic activity in local, regional, national, and global economies.
    Prerequisite: Admission into Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management program or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASM 310: Accounting for Decision Makers

    5 Cr
    Quarters: W
    This is a course in accounting theory and principles, application, and language with emphasis from a manager’s perspective. The students will analyze balance sheets, income statements and statements of cash flows, cost behavior, financial statement interrelationships, financial analysis, product costing, and budgetary control systems. Topics include information reporting for planning, coordinating, and monitoring the performance of a business or entrepreneurial entity.
    Prerequisite: Admission into Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management program or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASM 315: Professional Ethics

    5 Cr
    Quarters: W
    Students will study ethics as applied to businesses and organizations with an emphasis on contemporary trends in corporate responsibilities with respect to ethical, legal, economic, and regulatory conditions in the global marketplace.
    Prerequisite: Admission into Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management program or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASM 320: Organizational Behavior & Leadership

    5 Cr
    Quarters: W
    This is a course in the behavior of individuals, groups, and organizations. The student will relate current theory and research to organizational problems by reviewing advanced concepts in motivation and perception, leadership, decision-making, communication and influence, group behavior, diversity, conflict and cooperation, politics, corporate culture, organizational structure, and environmental influences. The student will identify the key difference between administration, management, and leadership.
    Prerequisite: Admission into Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management program or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASM 325: Legal Issues

    5 Cr
    Quarters: S
    This course is an introduction to traditional and emerging legal principles and theories involved in business management. Emphasis will be placed on elements of the judicial process, business law, and the regulatory environment of business. Students will explore state, federal, and international laws that affect management behavior and organizational practices including contract, business organizations, employment law, product liability, safety issues, and environmental regulation. Special attention will be paid to issues surrounding entrepreneurial startups and intellectual property.
    Prerequisite: Admission into Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management program or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASM 330: Managerial Communications

    5 Cr
    Quarters: W
    This course emphasizes a strategic approach to communications as a management tool. Students will use a conceptual framework and specific tools for communicating in complex environments and accomplishing professional goals. Students will focus on improving their ability to write and speak effectively.
    Prerequisite: Admission into Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management program or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASM 340: Applied Financial Management

    5 Cr
    Quarters: S
    This course will provide the application of financial management principles including the analysis of financial statements for planning and control, cash and capital budgeting, risk and return, capital structure, time value of money, and financing for both short- and long-term requirements.  Students will apply the basic tools and techniques used to evaluate small- and medium-sized firms or entrepreneurial proposals as potential investment opportunities.                                                           
    Prerequisite: Admission to Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management Program, completion of BA 256   Business Statistics, and ACCT& 203   or ACCT 235   all with a C or better.                                                         
  

  • BASM 360: Entrepreneurship and Small Business Strategy

    5 Cr
    Quarters: S
    This course explores how entrepreneurs develop, launch, and manage small business ventures. This course is divided into two distinct phases. Students will examine relevant entrepreneurship theory and practical techniques used by entrepreneurs during the pre-startup phase of venture creation, such as the creation of a business plan. Then, students will explore topics related to the post-startup phase of venture creation, such as human resource development and succession planning.
    Prerequisite: Admission into Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management program or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASM 380: Marketing for Managers

    5 Cr
    Quarters: F
    Students will develop the marketing knowledge and skills necessary for successful management of a profit or non-profit organization, including entrepreneurial startups. Topics include understanding marketing concepts, development and execution of a marketing strategy, and the use of e-commerce. Examine niche, business-to-business, business-to-consumer, and business-to-government marketing of products and services.
    Prerequisite: Admission into Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management program or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASM 410: Project Management

    5 Cr
    Quarters: W
    This class is a comprehensive study of the theory and practice of project management, focusing on leadership and decision-making critical to effective implementation. It includes the managerial aspects of project definition, internal/external communication, constraints, environmental concerns, time limits, risk sensitivity, metrics measurement, budget implications, impact analysis, risk response control, contingencies, and performance specifications. It provides the skills and knowledge to identify and quantify problems and provide solutions to meet project requirements.
    Prerequisite: Admission into Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management program or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASM 415: Information System Management

    5 Cr
    Quarters: W
    This course helps students understand available IT components and how to use IT applications for success. Students will learn the terminology used in the field of IT and how IT principles can apply to businesses. Competitive advantages of using IT and return on investment is stressed. Focus is placed on the following basic principles of IT: hardware and software components, database technology, telecommunications and networking, e-commerce, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Decision Support Systems (DSS), Expert Systems (ES), systems development and implementation, and ethical and societal issues involved in IT.
    Prerequisite: Admission into Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management program or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASM 420: Human Resources

    5 Cr
    Quarters: S
    This course examines major trends in human resource management including problems and issues faced by organizations and individuals in times of change. Students will identify the responsibilities of a human resource department and the roles that managers play. The environment of human resource management in organizations, jobs, labor, training, and development will be explored. Emphasis will be placed on compensation and employee relations including union and management relations.
    Prerequisite: Admission into Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management program or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASM 435: Operations Management

    5 Cr
    Quarters: W
    This course will investigate the unique aspects of managing and growing small to medium-sized businesses including strategic and operational planning and the inevitable tradeoffs that must be considered. Topics include quality and outcomes, productivity, efficiency, forecasting, work flow processes, working capital management, inventory control, design of goods and services, and supply chain issues.
    Prerequisite: Admission into Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management program and a minimum of 45 credits of BASM courses or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASM 450: Special Topics

    5 Cr
    Quarters: S
    Students will gain exposure to a variety of topics that pertain to current issues and problems in the business management environment. The course will examine historical and emerging business themes and trends.
    Prerequisite: Admission into Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management program and a minimum of 45 credits of BASM courses or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASM 470: Management Internship

    5 Cr
    Quarters: S
    Students will engage in an internship with local businesses. entrepreneurs, non-profits, or governmental units. The internship will use the students’ acquired knowledge, skills, and abilities to provide input to the organization. The course will consist of class time and a 100-hour internship; recommended to be taken the final quarter of the BASM program.
    Prerequisite: Admission into Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management program and a minimum of 45 credits of BASM courses or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASM 490: Strategic Management

    5 Cr
    Quarters: O
    This is a capstone course focusing on strategic issues facing organizations, including top management decision making and social responsibility; environmental and industry analysis; managing organizational mission and objectives; corporate, business, and functional level strategy formulation; strategic implementation and control; and integrating operations, finance, marketing, and human resource strategies.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management Proram, and completion of ACCT 425   with a grade of C or better.         

     

Bachelor of Applied Science Co-Op
  

  • BASC 301: Evidence-Based Clinical Practicum

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: O
    This course focuses on basic research principles and information literacy in support of evidence-based clinical health care practice.
    Prerequisite: Licensed heath care provider.
  

  • BASC 401: Healthcare Teaching Practicum

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: O
    This course focuses on health care teaching methodology and experience.  Students demonstrate best practices in health care education under the direction of the lead course instructor.
    Prerequisite: Licensed health care provider.

Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology
  

  • BASIT 301: Windows Server II

    5 Cr
    Quarters: O
    This course prepares students for the second exam (70-741) in the Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate series for Windows Server.  During this course the student will be configuring advanced tasks required to deploy, manage and maintain a Windows Server 2016 infrastructure, such as fault tolerance, certificate services, and identity federation. 
    Prerequisite: IT 146  with a grade of C or better and admission into the Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology - System Administration program or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASIT 302: Windows Client II

    5 Cr
    Quarters: O
    This class prepares students for exam 70-697 of the Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate certification.  During this course, the student will configure, install, manage, maintain, and support Windows clients associated network, and security resources.
    Prerequisite: IT 145  with a grade of C or better and admission into the Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology - System Administration program or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASIT 311: Linux Operation and Administration

    5 Cr
    Quarters: O
    This course covers the operation and network administration of the Linux operating system including Linux installation, adding software packages, network file services configuration, Apache web server, file transfer protocol (FTP), Samba file, and print server.
    Prerequisite: IT 103  and IT 140  both with a grade of C or better and admission into the Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology - System Administration program or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASIT 321: Exchange Server Administration

    5 Cr
    Quarters: O
    This course prepares students for Microsoft exam (70-345) Designing and Deploying Microsoft Exchange Server 2016.  During this course the student will be configuring advanced tasks required to deploy, manage, and maintain a Windows Server 2016 infrastructure, such as fault tolerance, certificate services, and identify federation. 
    Prerequisite: IT 146  with a grade of C or better and admission into the Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology - System Administration program or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASIT 331: SQL Server Administration

    5 Cr
    Quarters: O
    This course explores the skills and knowledge necessary to work with databases on an SQL database server. The student will learn how to use SQL server tools to maintain and administer databases.
    Prerequisite: IT 115  and IT 146  both will a grade of C or better and admission into the Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology - System Administration program or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASIT 341: Advanced PowerShell Scripting

    3 Cr
    Quarters: O
    This course explores the skills and knowledge necessary to automate system management and maintenance tasks using the Windows PowerShell environment. Students will design, write, test, and validate scripts to perform system management tasks.
    Prerequisite: IT 149  with a grade of C or better and admission into the Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology - System Administration program or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASIT 401: Advanced Server Services

    5 Cr
    Quarters: O
    This class prepares students for the third exam (70-742) in the Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate series for Windows Server.  During this course the student will install and configure Active Directory Domain Services in both simple and complex network environments, configure Group Policies, and install and configure certificate services.
    Prerequisite: IT 146  with a grade of C or better and admission into the Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology - System Administration  program or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASIT 421: Virtual Data Centers

    5 Cr
    Quarters: O
    This course explores the skills and knowledge necessary to evaluate, plan, deploy, and administer data center virtualization. Consideration will be given to the advantages and disadvantages of data center virtualization as well as implementation strategies.
    Prerequisite: IT 146  with a grade of C or better and admission into the Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology - System Administration  program or permission of instructor.
  

  • BASIT 431: Querying SQL Servers

    5 Cr
    Quarters: O
    This course examines strategies to extract, organize, and interpret data from database servers into meaningful information through practical scenarios and applications in planning, designing, creating, using, troubleshooting, modifying, and optimizing database queries using the Structured Query Language (SQL).
    Prerequisite: IT 225  with a grade of C or better and admission into the Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology - System Administration program or permission of instructor.

Biology
  

  • BIOL 099: Independent Study/Field Experience

    Variable Cr
    Quarters: O
    Workshops, short courses, and individual study in biology.
  

  • BIOL 102: Environmental Biology

    5 Cr
    Quarters: O
    This is an introductory environmental science course intended for non-majors. The course emphasizes the scientific method, principles of ecology, diversity of life, and current natural resource issues.
    Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL& 101  and eligibility for MATH 075 .
    Distribution for DTA: Natural Sciences - Lab
  

  • BIOL 105: Biology for Non-majors with Lab

    5 Cr
    Quarters: O
    A basic course with lab in biological sciences with an emphasis on current issues, trends, and applications concerning biological concepts. This course is intended for non-majors and will not serve as a prerequisite for other biology courses.
    Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL& 101  and eligibility for MATH 075 .
    Distribution for DTA: Natural Sciences - Lab
  

  • BIOL 107: Introduction to Plant Science

    5 Cr
    Quarters: F
    An introductory course presenting principles of anatomy, morphology, physiology, and growth of plants. The effects of environmental conditions, cultural practices, and management techniques on plant growth, development, yield, and quality are discussed. Students are introduced to important crops of Washington as well as varying plant propagation and quality evaluation principles.
    Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL& 101  and eligibility for MATH 075 .
    Note: This course is cross disciplined. Credit cannot be given for both BIOL 107 and AGSCI 101.
    Distribution for DTA: Natural Sciences - Lab
  

  • BIOL 116: Head & Neck Anatomy

    3 Cr
    Quarters: F
    Broad survey of human head and neck anatomy with special emphasis on the oral cavity.
    Prerequisite: Admission to the Dental Hygiene program.
 

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