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Yakima Valley College Catalog 2016-2017 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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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.
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| Communications |
F Fall Quarter |
♦ Computation |
| Humanities |
S Spring Quarter |
• Communication |
| Humanities - Performance |
SR Summer Quarter |
■ Human Relation |
| Natural Sciences |
W Winter Quarter |
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| Natural Sciences - Lab |
O Occasionally |
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NRSE 130: Nursing III Theory 6 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
This theory course examines nursing care of selected individuals throughout the lifespan experiencing multidimensional alterations in the cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, male reproductive, hematologic, and immune systems. The nursing process serves as the organizing framework for study and delivery of nursing care. The concepts of communication, lifespan, legal/ethical issues, pharmacology, nutrition, leadership, safety, health teaching, and culture are integrated throughout as means of promoting adaptation and wellness.
Prerequisite: NRSE 120 and NRSE 121 both with a grade of C or better.
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NRSE 131: Nursing III Practice 6 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
This course provides clinical application of theoretical concepts in nursing care of adult and pediatric patients experiencing multidimensional alterations originating from the cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, hematological, and immune systems. Opportunities for campus laboratory and simulation laboratory practice of selected skills are furnished. The course also includes clinical experiences in caring for selected clients in ambulatory and acute care with an emphasis on the use of nursing process to promote adaptation and wellness. The concepts of communication, lifespan, legal/ethical issues, pharmacology, nutrition, leadership, safety, health teaching, and culture are included.
Prerequisite: NRSE 120 , NRSE 121 , and concurrent enrollment in or successful completion of NRSE 130 .
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NRSE 210: Nursing IV Theory 6 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
This theory course examines nursing care of selected individuals throughout the lifespan who are experiencing multidimensional alterations in the musculoskeletal, neurological, endocrine (thyroid and endocrine pancreas), and gastrointestinal systems. The nursing process serves as the organizing framework for the study and delivery of nursing care. The concepts of lifespan, communication, leadership, health teaching, pharmacology, nutrition, legal/ ethical issues, safety, and culture are integrated throughout as a means of promoting adaptation and wellness.
Prerequisite: NRSE 130 and NRSE 131 both with a grade of C or better.
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NRSE 211: Nursing IV Practice 6 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
This clinical course provides clinical application of theoretical concepts in nursing care of adults and children in acute and outpatient settings. The course is focused on multidimensional alterations originating from the musculoskeletal, neurological, sensory, endocrine (thyroid and endocrine pancreas), and gastrointestinal systems. Opportunities are provided for classroom or campus laboratory practice of selected skills. The course includes clinical experience in caring for selected adult and pediatric clients with an emphasis on the use of nursing process to develop individualized nursing care plans for patients across the lifespan. The concepts of lifespan, communication, leadership, safety, health teaching, pharmacology, nutrition, legal/ethical issues, and culture are included.
Prerequisite: NRSE 130, NRSE 131, and concurrent enrollment in or successful completion of NRSE 210.
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NRSE 220: Nursing V Theory 5 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
This theory course examines nursing care of selected individuals throughout the lifespan who are experiencing complex alterations in wellness across multiple systems. In addition to medical-surgical care, the care of patients experiencing a high-risk pregnancy and high-risk newborns is described. Nursing care of patients with alterations in pediatrics is also discussed. The nursing process serves as the organizing framework for study and delivery of nursing care. The concepts of communication, lifespan, legal and ethical issues, pharmacology, nutrition, leadership, safety, health teaching, and culture are integrated throughout as means of promoting adaption and wellness.
Prerequisite: NRSE 210 and NRSE 211 both with a grade of C or better and permission of instructor.
Note: Permission of instructor is required to withdraw from course.
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NRSE 221: Nursing V Practice 6 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
This clinical course provides application of theoretical concepts in the nursing care of patients in acute and ambulatory care settings. The focus of the acute care experience is on the care of patients with complex health alterations in wellness. Clinical experiences in caring for intrapartum patients and pediatric patients are also offered. Opportunities for campus laboratory practice of selected skills are furnished. The course emphasizes the use of the nursing process to develop individualized nursing care plans for patients across the lifespan. The concepts of lifespan, communication, legal/ethical issues, pharmacology, nutrition, leadership, safety, health teaching, and culture are included.
Prerequisite: NRSE 210 , NRSE 211 , and concurrent enrollment in or successful completion of NRSE 220 .
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NRSE 228: Legal & Professional Issues of the Registered Nurse 1 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
This course provides an overview of the role of the registered nurse in coordinating patient care. Topics discussed include legal aspects of nursing practice, delegation of care, quality improvement, professional communication, and conflict management. The concepts of communication, legal/ethical issues, leadership, and safety are integrated throughout as a means of promoting effective patient care.
Prerequisite: NRSE 210 and NRSE 211 both with a grade of C or better and concurrent enrollment in or successful completion of NRSE 220
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NRSE 230: Nursing VI Theory 5 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
This theory course examines nursing care of selected individuals throughout the lifespan experiencing multi-dimensional alterations in the gastrointestinal, genitourinary, neurological, immune and endocrine systems as well as care of patients experiencing mental health problems. The nursing process serves as the organizing framework for study and delivery of nursing care. Curricular threads of lifespan, communication, legal/ethical issues, pharmacology, nutrition, leadership, safety, health teaching, and culture are integrated throughout as a means of promoting adaption and wellness.
Prerequisite: NRSE 220 , NRSE 221 , and NRSE 228 all with a grade of C or better and permission of instructor.
Note: Permission of instructor is required to withdraw from this course.
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NRSE 231: Nursing VI Practice 6 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
This clinical course provides clinical application of theoretical concepts in the nursing care of individuals who are experiencing multi-dimensional health alterations. Clinical experiences include acute inpatient mental health and a precepted clinical practicum. The course emphasizes the use of the nursing process to develop individualized nursing care plans for patients across the lifespan. The concepts of communication, lifespan, legal/ethical issues, pharmacology, nutrition, leadership, safety, health teaching, and culture are included.
Prerequisite: NRSE 220 and NRSE 221 both with a grade of C or better and concurrent enrollment in or successful completion of NRSE 230 .
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NRSE 238: Profession of Nursing 1 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
This course provides an overview of nursing as a profession. Topics discussed include the nurse’s role in resource management; nursing ethics and advocacy; quality; and preparation for the NCLEX exam, entry into practice, and employment.
Prerequisite: NRSE 220 , NRSE 221 , and NRSE 228 all with a grade of C or better and concurrent enrollment in or successful completion of NRSE 230 .
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NUTR 104: Winning Sports Nutrition 1 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
This course contains current information on the fundamentals of sports nutrition. These fundamentals include how nutrients work in the body for optimal sports performance.
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NUTR 106: Nutrition/Lifestyle/Consumer Choices 2 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
Explores relationships between disease risk factors and stress as well as exercise and diet. The class targets strategies to live a healthier lifestyle and make wise consumer choices. Emphasis is on helping students apply the information to their own lives.
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NUTR 201: Nutrition in the Life Cycle 3 Cr
Quarters: O
This course explores the nutrient needs and key nutritional concerns at each stage of the life cycle including prenatal and maternal, infant, preschool and school-age child, adolescent, adult, and older adult. Key nutritional concerns such as growth and development, food behaviors, eating disorders, nutrition in athletics, preventive health, as well as weight control will be addressed.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in NUTR& 101 .
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NUTR& 101: Nutrition 5 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
Nutrition is a science based on principles of chemistry and molecular biology. This course will study the body’s utilization of nutrients, energy metabolism, how nutrients can be made applicable to one’s lifestyle, nutrition and disease, changes in the life cycle from pregnancy through older adult years, preventive health care, energy balance and weight management, and identification of reliable nutrition information.
Distribution for DTA: Natural Sciences
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Physical Education |
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PE 180: Wellness for Life I 1 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
Introduces students to the intermediate challenge of wellness concepts which enhance physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing with emphasis on personal commitment and responsibility for positive lifestyle change. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: PE 180
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PE 181: Wellness for Life II 1 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
Introduces students to the intermediate challenge of wellness concepts which enhance physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing with emphasis on personal commitment and responsibility for positive lifestyle change. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: PE 180
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PE 182: Wellness for Life III 1 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
This course continues to expand the student’s physical and mental well-being through positive lifestyle change with the development of a diversified, advanced fitness program. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: PE 181.
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PE 184: Fast Track Wellness for Life 2 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
This entry-level course instructs students to develop a fitness or active activity program to meet personal goals and move toward greater awareness of a student’s human potential for life-long health, self-care and sensitivity to the environment. Assignments and fitness center lab hours are structured to study physical fitness, goal setting, basic nutritional components, self-behavior change tactics, cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, and flexibility. Activity Course.
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PE 199: Experimental/Exploratory Studies Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Experimental/exploratory studies in physical education.
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PEM 143: Basketball Fundamentals Men 2 Cr
Quarters: F
Entry- to intermediate-level basketball skills class stressing the basic fundamentals of the game. Emphasis is placed on individual skill development as opposed to team play or competition. A first-meeting skills test is conducted to ensure entry-level skills and coordination are possessed in order to ensure safety of the student. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PEM 145: Baseball Fundamentals Men 2 Cr
Quarters: F
Entry- to intermediate-level baseball skills class stressing the basic fundamentals of the game. Emphasis is placed on individual skill development as opposed to team play or competition. A first-meeting skills test is conducted to ensure entry-level skills and coordination are possessed in order to ensure the safety of the student. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PEM 153: Basketball Theory Men 3 Cr
Quarters: F
A study of the fundamental skills of basketball as well as offensive and defensive strategies. Attention is given to the rules of the game, administration, and other related problems facing the prospective coach. The approach throughout is from the viewpoint that the students are preparing for coaching.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PEM 155: Baseball Theory Men 3 Cr
Quarters: W
A study of the fundamental skills of baseball as well as offensive and defensive strategies. Attention is given to the rules of the game, administration, and other related problems facing the prospective coach. The approach throughout is from the viewpoint that the students are preparing for coaching.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PEM 163: Techniques of Basketball I Men 2 Cr
Quarters: W
Advances basketball skills and techniques course which meets on a daily basis during Winter quarter only; basketball rules and interpretation and application; organized and officiated contests on a regular basis. Flexible schedule is necessary as class meets daily, some evenings, and weekends. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PEM 165: Baseball Techniques Men 2 Cr
Quarters: S
Baseball skills and technique class which meets on a daily basis during Spring quarter only. Organized and officiated contests are played on a regular basis. Flexible schedule is necessary since class meets daily, some evenings, and weekends. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: Closed enrollment; permission of instructor.
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PEM 243: Basketball Fundamentals II Men 2 Cr
Quarters: F
Intermediate- to advanced-level basketball skills class stressing the basic fundamentals of the game. Emphasis is placed on individual skill development as opposed to team play or competition. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: A first meeting skills test is conducted to ensure entry-level skills and coordination are possessed in order to ensure safety of the student; permission of instructor.
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PEM 245: Baseball Fundamentals II Men 2 Cr
Quarters: F
Intermediate- to advanced-level baseball skills class stressing the basic fundamentals of the game. Emphasis is placed on individual skill development as opposed to team play or competition. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: A first meeting skills test is conducted to ensure entry-level skills and coordination are possessed in order to ensure safety of the student; permission of instructor.
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PEM 253: Basketball Theory II Men 3 Cr
Quarters: F
Application of coaching related to various basketball fundamental skills, developing offensive and defensive strategies, and enforcing the game rules. The administrative duties of the basketball coach will be studied and applied through community service learning.
Prerequisite: PEM 153 and permission of instructor.
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PEM 255: Baseball Theory II Men 3 Cr
Quarters: W
Application of coaching related to various baseball fundamental skills, developing offensive and defensive strategies, and enforcing the game rules. The administrative duties of the baseball coach will be studied and applied through community service learning.
Prerequisite: PEM 155 and permission of instructor.
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PEM 263: Basketball Techniques II Men 2 Cr
Quarters: W
Advanced basketball skills and techniques course that meets on a daily basis during Winter quarter only; basketball rules, their interpretation and application; organized and officiated contests on a regular basis. The student will participate in an organized, educational community service event to assist in instructing developing athletes’ techniques and skills. Flexible schedule is necessary as class meets daily, some evenings, and weekends. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: High school or summer program experience in organized basketball and permission of instructor.
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PEM 265: Baseball Techniques II Men 2 Cr
Quarters: S
Advanced baseball skills and techniques course that meets on a daily basis during Spring quarter only; baseball rules, their interpretation and application; organized and officiated contests on a regular basis. The student will participate in an organized, educational community service event to assist in instructing developing athletes’ techniques and skills. Flexible schedule is necessary as class meets daily, some evenings, and weekends. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: High school or summer program experience in organized baseball and permission of instructor.
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PEW 143: Basketball Fundamentals Women 2 Cr
Quarters: F
Entry- to intermediate-level basketball skills class stressing the basic fundamentals of the game. Emphasis is placed on individual skill development as opposed to team play or competition. A first-meeting skills test is conducted to ensure entry-level skills and coordination are possessed in order to ensure safety of the student. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PEW 144: Soccer Fundamentals Women 2 Cr
Quarters: S
Entry- to intermediate-level soccer skills class stressing the basic fundamentals of the game. Emphasis is placed on individual skill development as opposed to team play or competition. A first-meeting skills test is conducted to ensure entry-level skill coordination is possessed in order to ensure the safety of the student. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PEW 146: Softball Fundamentals Women 2 Cr
Quarters: F
Entry- to intermediate-level softball skills class stressing the basic fundamentals of the game. Emphasis is placed on individual skill development as opposed to team play or competition. A first-meeting skills test is conducted to ensure entry-level skills and coordination are possessed in order to ensure the safety of the student. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PEW 148: Volleyball Fundamentals Women 2 Cr
Quarters: S
Entry- to intermediate-level volleyball skills class stressing the basic fundamentals of the game. Emphasis is placed on individual skill development as opposed to team play or competition. Skill instruction includes serving, passing, hitting, and offensive and defensive positioning. A first-meeting skills test is conducted to ensure entry-level skill coordination is possessed in order to ensure the safety of the student. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PEW 153: Basketball Theory Women 3 Cr
Quarters: F
A study of the fundamental skills of basketball as well as offensive and defensive strategies. Attention is given to the rules of the game, administration, and other related problems facing the prospective coach. The approach throughout is from the viewpoint that the students are preparing for coaching.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PEW 154: Soccer Theory Women 3 Cr
Quarters: F
A study of coaching soccer and the fundamental skills for soccer as well as the offensive and defensive strategies. Attention is given to the rules of the game, the administration, and other related problems facing the perspective coach. The approach throughout is from the viewpoint that the students are preparing for coaching-related opportunities.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PEW 156: Softball Theory Women 3 Cr
Quarters: W
A study of the fundamental skills of softball as well as offensive and defensive strategies. Attention is given to the rules of the game, administration, and other related problems facing the prospective coach. The approach throughout is from the viewpoint that the students are preparing for coaching.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PEW 158: Volleyball Theory Women 3 Cr
Quarters: F
Study of the fundamental skills, rules, and history of volleyball as well as the offensive and defensive strategies. Attention is given to the rules of the game, administration, and other related problems facing the prospective coach. The approach throughout is from the viewpoint that students are preparing for coaching.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PEW 163: Basketball Techniques Women 2 Cr
Quarters: W
A basketball skills and techniques course which studies the game of basketball, game plans, rules interpretation, and application techniques. Organized and officiated contests are played on a regular basis. A flexible schedule is necessary since the class meets daily, some evenings, and weekends. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PEW 164: Soccer Techniques Women 2 Cr
Quarters: F
A soccer skills and techniques class which meets on a daily basis. Organized and officiated contests are played on a regular basis. A flexible schedule is necessary since the class meets daily, some evenings, and weekends. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PEW 166: Softball Techniques Women 2 Cr
Quarters: S
Softball skills and technique class which meets on a daily basis during Spring quarter only. Organized and officiated contests are played on a regular basis. Flexible schedule is necessary since class meets daily, some evenings, and weekends. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: Closed enrollment; permission of instructor.
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PEW 168: Volleyball Techniques Women 2 Cr
Quarters: F
Advanced volleyball skills and technique class which meets on a daily basis during Fall quarter only. Volleyball rules interpretation and application. Organized and officiated contests are played on a regular basis. Flexible schedule is necessary since class meets daily, some evenings, and weekends. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor; high school or club program experience in organized volleyball.
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PEW 243: Basketball Fundamentals II Women 2 Cr
Quarters: F
Intermediate- to advanced-level basketball skills class stressing the basic fundamentals of the game. Emphasis is placed on individual skill development as opposed to team play or competition. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: First meeting skill test is conducted to ensure entry-level skills and coordination are possessed in order to ensure safety of the students; permission of instructor.
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PEW 244: Soccer Fundamentals II Women 2 Cr
Quarters: S
Intermediate- to advanced-level soccer skills class stressing the basic fundamentals of the game. Emphasis is placed on individual skill development as opposed to team play or competition. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: First meeting skill test is conducted to ensure entry-level skills and coordination are possessed in order to ensure safety of the students; permission of instructor.
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PEW 248: Volleyball Fundamentals II Women 2 Cr
Quarters: S
Intermediate- to advanced-level volleyball skills class stressing the basic fundamentals of the game. Emphasis is placed on individual skill development as opposed to team play or competition. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: First meeting skill test is conducted to ensure entry-level skills and coordination are possessed in order to ensure safety of the students; permission of instructor.
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PEW 253: Basketball Theory II Women 3 Cr
Quarters: F
Application of coaching related to various basketball fundamental skills, developing offensive and defensive strategies, and enforcing the game rules. The administrative duties of the basketball coach will be studied and applied through community service learning.
Prerequisite: PEW 153 and permission of instructor.
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PEW 254: Soccer Theory II Women 3 Cr
Quarters: F
Application of coaching related to various soccer fundamental skills, developing offensive and defensive strategies, and enforcing the game rules. The administrative duties of the soccer coach will be studied and applied through community service learning.
Prerequisite: PEW 154 and permission of instructor.
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PEW 256: Softball Theory II Women 3 Cr
Quarters: W
Application of coaching related to various softball fundamental skills, developing offensive and defensive strategies, and enforcing the game rules. The administrative duties of the softball coach will be studied and applied through community service learning.
Prerequisite: PEW 156 and permission of instructor.
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PEW 258: Volleyball Theory II Women 3 Cr
Quarters: F
Application of coaching related to various volleyball fundamental skills, developing offensive and defensive strategies, and enforcing the game rules. The administrative duties of the volleyball coach will be studied and applied through community service learning.
Prerequisite: PEW 158 and permission of instructor.
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PEW 263: Basketball Techniques II Women 2 Cr
Quarters: W
Advanced basketball skills and techniques course that meets on a daily basis during Winter quarter only; basketball rules, their interpretation and application; organized and officiated contests on a regular basis. The student will participate in an organized, educational community service event to assist in instructing developmental athletes’ techniques and skills. Flexible schedule is necessary as class meets daily, some evenings, and weekends. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: High school or summer program experience in organized basketball and permission of instructor.
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PEW 264: Soccer Techniques II Women 2 Cr
Quarters: F
Advanced soccer skills and techniques course that meets on a daily basis during Fall quarter only; soccer rules, their interpretation and application; organized and officiated contests on a regular basis. The student will participate in an organized, educational community service event to assist in instructing developmental athletes’ techniques and skills. Flexible schedule is necessary as class meets daily, some evenings, and weekends. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: High school or summer program experience in organized soccer and permission of instructor.
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PEW 266: Softball Techniques II Women 2 Cr
Quarters: S
Advanced softball skills and techniques course that meets on a daily basis during Spring quarter only; softball rules, their interpretation and application; organized and officiated contests on a regular basis. The student will participate in an organized, educational community service event to assist in instructing developmental athletes’ techniques and skills. Flexible schedule is necessary as class meets daily, some evenings, and weekends. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: High school or summer program experience in organized softball and permission of instructor.
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PEW 268: Volleyball Techniques II Women 2 Cr
Quarters: F
Advanced volleyball skills and techniques course that meets on a daily basis during Fall quarter only; volleyball rules, their interpretation and application; organized and officiated contests on a regular basis. The student will participate in an organized, educational community service event to assist in instructing developmental athletes’ techniques and skills. Flexible schedule is necessary as class meets daily, some evenings, and weekends. Activity Course.
Prerequisite: High school or summer program experience in organized volleyball and permission of instructor.
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PHIL 150: Existential Group 2 Cr
Quarters: O
An intensive, experiential course that explores, on both a personal and impersonal level, how themes in the writings of existentialist philosophers such as Beckett, Buber, Camus, de Beauvoir, Dostoyevsky, Kafka, Kierkegaard, Heidegger, Nietzsche, and Sartre pertain to the lifestyles, attitudes, and actions of class participants. The course entails interacting in a group format and making presentations. The group interactions are often interpersonal encounters rather than ones involving only abstract discussion. Attendance and weekly reading and writing assignments are all required.
Prerequisite: One course in Philosophy and permission of instructor.
Distribution for DTA: Humanities
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PHIL 167: World Philosophy 5 Cr
Quarters: O
Students explore three to five living philosophies no more than one of which has found primary expression in Europe. Thematic comparisons and contrasts will be included; for example, the nature of reality and the nature of the self in its social setting. Representative philosophies include African, American Indian, Buddhist, Confucian, and Taoist.
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 095 desirable; college-level reading and writing.
Distribution for DTA: Humanities
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PHIL 215: Introduction to Ethics 5 Cr
Quarters: S
Introduction to Ethics assesses the underlying models that inform morally relevant behavior. Some issues addressed include the nature of value claims, moral relativism and skepticism, morality and well-being, moral responsibility, ethics and science, ethics and religion, and the connections, if any, between theory and daily living.
Distribution for DTA: Humanities
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PHIL 220: Philosophy of Religion 5 Cr
Quarters: O
This course analyzes issues basic to understanding religion, such as the problem of evil and theodicies, free will and divine foreknowledge, arguments for/against the existence of God, and the relationship between faith and reason. It will also examine major world religions such as Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 or permission of instructor.
Distribution for DTA: Humanities
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PHIL 315: Professional Ethics 5 Cr
Quarters: O
Students will apply various ethical theories (including utilitarianism and deontological ethics) to ethical problems that arise in contemporary business practices. Students will also learn to distinguish between normative, meta-ethical, and descriptive moral claims.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in BAS program at YVC.
Distribution for BAS: Humanities
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PHIL& 101: Introduction to Philosophy 5 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
Introduction to Philosophy exposes students to major tools, problems, and domains of philosophy. Students engage in the activity of philosophizing through the use of historical and contemporary reading. Questions addressed include: Are my beliefs all a matter of opinion? What is reality? What is truth? Does God exist? Am I free? Does science give us knowledge?
Distribution for DTA: Humanities
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PHIL& 115: Critical Thinking 5 Cr
Quarters: F/W/SR
The class provides an informal, non-symbolic introduction to logic and critical thinking emphasizing real-life examples, natural language applications, and the informal logical fallacies. Students learn the concept of an argument, learn how to distinguish arguments from non-arguments, and study different patterns of argumentation. Students also learn how to critically evaluate arguments and how to construct arguments of their own.
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 095 or permission of instructor.
Distribution for DTA: Humanities
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PHIL& 120: Introduction to Logic 5 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
Students of Introduction to Logic examine validity, soundness, inference, necessity, implication, and other concepts central to standard reasoning processes. Examination of the nature of formal arguments including propositional (sentence) logic and predicate logic (quantificational logic) are stressed. Credit will be granted for either Quantitative or Natural Sciences distribution but not both.
Prerequisite: MATH 093 , MATH 094, or MATH 095 .
Distribution for DTA: Quantitative or Natural Sciences but not both
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PHOTO 103: Digital Photography 5 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
An introduction to digital camera operation, image manipulation software, visualization skills, expressive sensitivity, and quality printing. Emphasis is on the elements and principles of photographic composition, ethical issues, aesthetic vocabulary, and the study of how images communicate. Includes lecture, supervised lab, and group critiques. Students must provide a digital camera with operable controls (eg. F-stop, shutter speed).
Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
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PHOTO 190: Co-op Field Experience I, II Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PHOTO 191: Co-op Field Experience I, II Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PHOTO 199: Independent Study/Field Experience Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Projects in photography determined by instructor and student.
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
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PHOTO 201: History of Photography 5 Cr
Quarters: O
A survey of the history and continually evolving properties of photography as a cultural language and art-making tool from its beginnings in the 1830s to the digital imaging of today.
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL& 101 .
Distribution for DTA: Humanities
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PHOTO 203: Intermediate Digital Photography 5 Cr
Quarters: O
Continuation of elements and principles from beginning digital photography, with greater emphasis on the development of personal visual statements as well as a more in-depth understanding of the hardware, software, and concepts of visual communication. Includes lecture, supervised studio time, and group critiques. Students must provide a digital SLR camera with operational controls (eg. F-stop, shutter speed) and camera RAW).
Prerequisite: PHOTO 103 .
Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
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PHOTO 205: Advanced Digital Photography 3 Cr
Quarters: S
Individual creative approach is emphasized, allowing students to select or devise a style of photography based upon experience in previous photography classes and/or professional experience. Continuation of conceptual idea building with emphasis on portfolio, display, and exhibition. Includes lecture, supervised lab, and group critiques. Students must provide a digital SLR camera with operable controls (eg. F-stop, shutter speed, ISO, and camera RAW).
Prerequisite: PHOTO 203 with a grade of C or better.
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PHOTO 299: Independent Study/Field Experience Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Projects in photography determined by instructor and student.
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
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PHSCI 076: Community Service 0 Cr
Quarters: O
This class is offered as a self-support, community service, non-credit course.
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PHSCI 101: Physical Science Survey I 5 Cr
Quarters: O
A survey of elementary physics and chemistry designed for students taking no further courses in these subjects. PHSCI 101 may be used either for chemistry or physics distribution but not for both.
Prerequisite: MATH 084 or MATH 085 or placement into MATH 095 or above.
Distribution for DTA: Natural Sciences
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PHSCI 102: Physical Science Survey II 5 Cr
Quarters: O
A survey of physical and historical geology, meteorology, and astronomy designed for students taking no further courses in the physical sciences. PHSCI 102 may be used either for geology or astronomy distribution but not for both.
Prerequisite: ENGL 090T or YVC placement into ENGL 095 .
Distribution for DTA: Natural Sciences
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PHSCI 112: Physical Science Survey II with Lab 5 Cr
Quarters: W, S
A survey of basic astronomy, atmospheric science, and physical geology with lab, designed for students taking no further courses in the physical sciences. PHSCI 112 may be used for distribution for either astronomy or physical geography but not for both.
Prerequisite: ENGL 090T or YVC placement into ENGL 095 and MATH 075 or YVC placement into MATH 085 .
Distribution for DTA: Natural Sciences - Lab
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PHSCI 199: Independent Study/Field Experience Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Short courses, seminars, and individual study.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PHSCI 299: Independent Study/Field Experience Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Short courses, seminars, and individual study.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PHYS 099: Independent Study/Field Experience Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Workshops, short courses, and individual study.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PHYS 099: Independent Study/Field Experience Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Workshops, short courses, and individual study.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PHYS 100: Introduction to Physics 5 Cr
Quarters: SR
Introduction to Physics is a survey course designed to introduce and enhance a student’s understanding of elementary physics. This course emphasizes a more conceptual and less mathematical approach to physics. Topics include mechanics, heat, sound, electricity and magnetism, light, and special topics. While primarily designed for the non-science major (i.e., students in the arts, humanities, and social sciences), this is an excellent beginning science course for any student.
Prerequisite: MATH 084 or MATH 085 or YVC placement into MATH 095 or above.
Distribution for DTA: Natural Sciences
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PHYS 115: General Physics I Lecture 3 Cr
Quarters: F, S
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PHYS 116: General Physics II Lecture 3 Cr
Quarters: W
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PHYS 117: General Physics III Lecture 3 Cr
Quarters: S
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PHYS 125: General Physics I Lab 2 Cr
Quarters: F, S
The overriding theme is classical mechanics. Topics include vectors, velocity, acceleration, work, energy, momentum, statics and equilibrium, and Newton’s laws of motion. A graphing calculator is required. For non-engineering majors and general science majors.
Prerequisite: MATH& 141 or permission of instructor; PHYS 115 and PHYS 125 must be taken concurrently.
Distribution to DTA: Natural Sciences - Lab
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PHYS 126: General Physics II Lab 2 Cr
Quarters: W
Topics include fluids, waves, sound, heat, and thermodynamics. There is also a brief detour into the area of modern physics. A graphing calculator is required. For non-engineering majors and general science majors.
Prerequisite: PHYS 115 and PHYS 125 or permission of instructor; PHYS 116 and PHYS 126 must be taken concurrently.
Distribution for DTA: Natural Sciences - Lab
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PHYS 127: General Physics III Lab 2 Cr
Quarters: S
Topics include electricity, magnetism, circuits, optics, and (more) modern physics. A graphing calculator is required. For non-engineering majors and general science majors.
Prerequisite: PHYS 116 and PHYS 126 or permission of instructor; PHYS 117 and PHYS 127 must be taken concurrently.
Distribution for DTA: Natural Sciences - Lab
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PHYS 199: Independent Study/Field Experience Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Workshops, short courses, and individual study.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PHYS 199: Independent Study/Field Experience Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Workshops, short courses, and individual study.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PHYS 211: Engineering Physics I Lecture 3 Cr
Quarters: F
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PHYS 212: Engineering Physics II Lecture 3 Cr
Quarters: W
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PHYS 213: Engineering Physics III Lecture 3 Cr
Quarters: S
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PHYS 221: Engineering Physics I Lab 2 Cr
Quarters: F
Classical mechanics at the calculus level. Typical topics include vectors, displacement, velocity, acceleration, work, energy, momentum, statics and equilibrium, and Newton’s laws of motion. A graphing calculator is required. For engineering and physical science (physics or chemistry) majors.
Prerequisite: One year of high school physics or PHYS 115 , PHYS 125 , and MATH& 151 or permission of instructor; PHYS 211 and PHYS 221 must be taken concurrently.
Distribution for DTA: Natural Sciences - Lab
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PHYS 222: Engineering Physics II Lab 2 Cr
Quarters: W
Topics include fluids, waves, sound, heat, and thermodynamics. There is a brief detour into the area of modern physics. A graphing calculator is required. For engineering and physical science (physics or chemistry) majors.
Prerequisite: PHYS 211 , PHYS 221 , and MATH& 152 or permission of instructor; PHYS 212 and PHYS 222 must be taken concurrently.
Distribution for DTA: Natural Sciences - Lab
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PHYS 223: Engineering Physics III Lab 2 Cr
Quarters: S
Topics include electricity, magnetism, circuits, optics, and (more) modern physics. A graphing calculator is required. For engineering and physical science (physics or chemistry) majors.
Prerequisite: PHYS 212 and PHYS 222 or permission of instructor; PHYS 213 and PHYS 223 must be taken concurrently.
Distribution for DTA: Natural Sciences - Lab
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PHYS 299: Independent Study/Field Experience Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Workshops, short courses, and individual study.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PHYS 299: Independent Study/Field Experience Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Workshops, short courses, and individual study.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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POLS 099: Independent Study/Field Experience Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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POLS 100: Contemporary World Problems 3 Cr
Quarters: O
This course examines current global political, social, economic, and environmental issues. Each quarter will address slightly different topics depending on the global situation. The course will not necessarily be region or country specific, but organized around global problems such as the environment, economic development, weapons proliferation, trade, nationalism, and human rights.
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL& 101 and eligibility for MATH 085 .
Distribution for DTA: Social Sciences
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POLS 100W: Contemporary World Problems 5 Cr
Quarters: F
This course examines current global political, social, economic, and environmental issues. Each quarter will address slightly different topics depending on the global situation. The course will not necessarily be region or country specific, but organized around global problems such as the environment, economic development, weapons proliferation, trade, nationalism, and human rights. Students will choose a particular global problem and investigate it in depth. They will learn how to write a research paper appropriate for political science and the social sciences in general.
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL& 101 and eligibility for MATH 085 .
Distribution for DTA: Social Sciences
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POLS 201: Introduction to Political Theory 5 Cr
Quarters: O
This course is an introduction to the philosophical basis of political thought and activity. Political theorists ask fundamental questions about politics and seek to derive answers to these questions. The course is organized around several key concepts such as justice, liberty, equality, the ethical community, individual rights, and citizenship.
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL& 101 .
Distribution for DTA: Humanities
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POLS 205: State and Local Government 5 Cr
Quarters: O
An examination of the political process, institutions, functions, and structure of state and local government in the United States. Special emphasis is given to Washington State government.
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL& 101 and eligibility for MATH 085 .
Distribution for DTA: Social Sciences
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