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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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O Occasionally |
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ART 103: Digital Design 5 Cr
Quarters: S
This course is an introduction to design concepts using digital technologies. Emphasis is on the art elements and compositional principles as well as visual problem-solving. This course includes lecture, supervised studio time, and group critiques.
Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
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ART 104: Drawing I 5 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
This course is an introduction to the fundamental skills integral to the practice of drawing. Emphasis will be given to technical approaches to drawing, formal analysis of artwork, and experimental approaches to media. The major points of technical instruction in this course are the perception of form (perspective and visual analysis), line, value, and mark making.
Distribution for DTA: Humanities
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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 .
Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
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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 compliment process-based exercises.
Prerequisite: ART 104 .
Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
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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
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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
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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
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ART 170: Relief Printmaking 5 Cr
Quarters: O
An introduction to printmaking techniques including relief, monprint, and collography techniques. 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
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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.
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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.
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ART 198: Experimental/Exploratory Studies Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Experimental/exploratory studies in art.
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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.
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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
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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
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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 C or better.
Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
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ART 204: Clay II: Intermediate Handbuilding 5 Cr
Quarters: O
Students learn and explore advanced hand-building 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 C or better.
Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
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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 or permission of instructor.
Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
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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
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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 .
Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
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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 complimented by written assignments and course specific readings.
Prerequisite: ART 211 .
Distribution for DTA: Humanities - Performance
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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ART& 100: Art Appreciation 5 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
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 .
Distribution for DTA: Humanities
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ASL 101: American Sign Language I 5 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
The course will develop the language skills necessary for functional proficiency and creative use of American Sign Language. Using a communicative, interactive, and task-based approach, the student will explore the language, people, and culture of the Deaf. This course will enable the students to participate in short conversations and use limited memorized material. Basic vocabulary, sign formation, and grammatical structures will be covered. The emphasis, however, will be on active expressive and receptive communication in ASL.
Distribution for DTA: Humanities
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ASL 102: American Sign Language II 5 Cr
Quarters: W, S
The course will develop the language skills necessary for functional proficiency and creative use of American Sign Language. Using a communicative, interactive, and task-based approach, the student will explore the language, people, and culture of the Deaf. This course will enable the students to participate in conversations of greater length and use memorized material to combine phrases and sentences. Additional vocabulary, sign formation, and grammatical structures will be covered. The emphasis, however, will be on active expressive and receptive communication in ASL.
Prerequisite: A passing grade in ASL 101 or proven proficiency at that level.
Distribution for DTA: Humanities
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ASL 103: American Sign Language III 5 Cr
Quarters: S
The course will develop the language skills necessary for functional proficiency and creative use of American Sign Language. Using a communicative, interactive, and task-based approach, the student will explore the language, people, and culture of the Deaf. This course will enable the students to participate in conversations of greater length and use memorized material to create narratives. Additional vocabulary, sign formation, and grammatical structures will be covered. The emphasis, however, will be on active expressive and receptive communication in ASL.
Prerequisite: A passing grade in ASL 102 or proven proficiency at that level.
Distribution for DTA: Humanities
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AST 111: Engine Repair Lecture 8 Cr
Quarters: F
This course is a study of the theory, design, and operation of gasoline engines. Students will learn proper diagnosis, removal, and service procedures for cylinder heads and short blocks. Service and repair of the lubrication and cooling systems will be discussed. Students will create a personalized engine diagnostic strategy and a generic outline of engine removal and installation.
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AST 112: Engine Repair Lab 8 Cr
Quarters: F
This course allows students to practice engine diagnostic and repair procedures for internal combustion engines. Students will remove, disassemble, and repair internal engine components. All common engine machining processes and repair procedures will be practiced.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in AST 111 .
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AST 121: Electrical & Electronic Systems Lecture 8 Cr
Quarters: W
Students in this course will learn automotive electrical and electronic computer principles and fundamentals including wiring diagrams, circuits, analog and electronic instrumentation, and electrical and computer-controlled accessories.
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AST 122: Electrical & Electronic Systems Lab 8 Cr
Quarters: W
This course allows students to apply and practice electrical and computer system theory, diagnostic analysis, and repair procedures learned in AST 121 . Students will practice electrical diagnostics of lighting circuits, analog instrumentation, indicator lights and warning devices, electrical and computer-controlled accessories, and electronic instrumentation on simulators, bench units, and live vehicles.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in AST 121 .
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AST 131: Suspension & Steering Lecture 4 Cr
Quarters: S
Students in this course will study front and rear suspension and steering system design and operation. They will also learn alignment geometry and dynamics related to computerized four-wheel alignment systems as well as tire construction, design, and grading.
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AST 132: Suspension & Steering Lab 4 Cr
Quarters: S
This course allows students to practice steering and suspension system and alignment geometry diagnostic and repair procedures learned in AST 131 . Students will remove, disassemble, and repair steering and suspension components and perform four-wheel alignments on modern, computerized equipment.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in AST 131 .
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AST 141: Brake Systems Lecture 4 Cr
Quarters: S
Students in this course will study theory, design, and operation of brake systems. They will learn hydraulic operations, disc and drum brake system combinations, ABS modes of operation, and ABS diagnostics using modern diagnostic equipment.
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AST 142: Brake Systems Lab 4 Cr
Quarters: S
This course allows students to apply and practice brake system theory, diagnostic analysis, and repair procedures learned in AST 141 . They will remove, disassemble, and repair disc and drum brake components as well as ABS hydraulic, electrical, and electronic components. Students will also perform diagnostic procedures, including machining and rebuilding of hydraulic and mechanical components.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in AST 141 .
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AST 190: Co-op Field Experience I Variable Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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AST 191: Co-op Field Experience II Variable Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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AST 192: Co-op Field Experience III Variable Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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AST 193: Co-op Field Experience IV Variable Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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AST 198: Experimental/Exploratory Studies Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Experimental/exploratory studies in automotive service technology.
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AST 199: Independent Study/Field Experience Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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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 and concurrent enrollment in AST 212 .
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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 and concurrent enrollment in AST 211 .
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AST 221: Engine Performance II: Fuels and Emissions Lecture 4 Cr
Quarters: W
Students will learn the theory, principles of operation, and diagnostic procedures of automotive emission systems. This course will also introduce students to diesel systems, alternative fuels, and alternative powertrains/hybrids.
Prerequisite: AST 121 and AST 122 and concurrent enrollment in AST 222 .
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AST 222: Engine Performance II: Fuels and Emissions Lab 4 Cr
Quarters: W
Students in this course will demonstrate the operations and diagnosis of fuels and emission components using a practical application. Students will perform these applications in a shop environment using information presented in AST 221 . This course will also introduce the student to diesel and hybrid technology, diagnostics, service, and repair.
Prerequisite: AST 121 and AST 122 and concurrent enrollment in AST 221 .
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AST 231: Heating & Air Conditioning Lecture 4 Cr
Quarters: S
This course is a study of the basic theory of air conditioning, system circuits, system diagnosis, and service procedures. Students will learn proper recovery, handling, storage, and recycling of R-12 and R-134a systems, and will be trained and may become EPA certified in A/C systems handling and storage.
Prerequisite: AST 121 and AST 122 .
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AST 232: Heating & Air Conditioning Lab 4 Cr
Quarters: S
Students in this course will learn the basic diagnostic, service, and repair procedures for air conditioning system circuits. They will practice on bench test systems and “live” vehicles using dual stage recovery systems and electronic hand-held test equipment.
Prerequisite: AST 121 , AST 122 , and completion of or concurrent enrollment in AST 231 .
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AST 241: Automatic Transmissions & Transaxles Lecture 4 Cr
Quarters: W
Students in this course will learn the operating principles of the automatic transmission and transaxle and their application in automobiles. Subassemblies, component, hydraulics, electronics, and diagnosis of the modern automatic transmission will be taught. All-wheel and four-wheel drive systems are included in this course.
Prerequisite: AST 121 , AST 122 , and concurrent enrollment in AST 242 .
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AST 242: Automatic Transmissions & Transaxles Lab 4 Cr
Quarters: W
Students in this lab course will apply theory and operation introduced in AST 241 to inspect, perform maintenance, diagnose, test, and repair modern electronically controlled automatic transmissions and transaxles. This course will also include the application of theory, diagnosis, inspection, service, and repair of all-wheel and four-wheel drive systems.
Prerequisite: AST 121 , AST 122 , and concurrent enrollment in AST 241 .
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AST 251: Manual Transmissions & Transaxles Lecture 4 Cr
Quarters: S
Students in this course will learn the principles and operation of manual transmissions, clutches, manual transaxles, and drivelines as well as rear axle systems. They will calculate ratios, torque, and RPM of transmission gears and final drive gear set and trace power flow through the gears.
Prerequisite: AST 121 , AST 122 , and concurrent enrollment in AST 252 .
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AST 252: Manual Transmissions & Transaxles Lab 4 Cr
Quarters: S
Students in this course will diagnose and repair manual transmission/transaxles, clutches, drive axles/lines, and differentials. They will calculate ratios, torque, and RPM of transmission gears and final drive gear set and trace power flow through the gears.
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in AST 251 .
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AST 290: Adv. Co-op Field Experience I Variable Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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AST 291: Adv. Co-op Field Experience II Variable Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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AST 292: Adv. Co-op Field Experience III Variable Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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AST 293: Adv. Co-op Field Experience IV Variable Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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AST 298: Experimental/Exploratory Studies Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Experimental/exploratory studies in automotive service technology.
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AST 299: Independent Study/Field Experience Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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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
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BA 075: Pre-Business Math 5 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
An introduction to the study of business mathematics. Topics include integers, fractions, decimals, percents and percentages, equations, invoices, trade discounts, cash discounts, and markups and markdowns.
Prerequisite: Eligibility for MATH 049C or MATH 050 .
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BA 076: Community Service 0 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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BA 099: Independent Study/Field Experience Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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BA 105: Entrepreneurship 5 Cr
Quarters: O
This course is designed to introduce students to the field of entrepreneurship. Students will explore the definition of entrepreneurship and study some of the common characteristics of entrepreneurs. In addition to learning what entrepreneurs should accomplish before the organization is formed, students will identify and discover their own entrepreneurial ability.
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BA 115: Business Math 5 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
Provides students with a comprehensive study of business mathematics. Topics include solving business equations, markups and markdowns, payroll, simple interest, promissory notes, compound interest, present value, annuities, consumer and business credit, mortgages, financial statements and ratios, inventory, depreciation, and taxes.
Prerequisite: Eligibility for MATH 085 or successful completion of BA 075 .
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BA 137: Payroll/Tax Accounting 5 Cr
Quarters: S
This course will acquaint the student with basic payroll systems, accounting methods used in computing wages, and timekeeping systems.
Prerequisite: ACCT& 201 with a grade of C or better, or permission of instructor.
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BA 138: Written Business Communication 5 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
Students in this course will learn basic techniques and approaches for writing effective business documents.
Prerequisite: YVC placement into ENGL 095 or higher.
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BA 139: Technical Writing and Presentations 5 Cr
Quarters: S
An advanced workshop for technical writing, applying the principles covered in BA 138, specifically to technical presentations for nontechnical audiences. The course focuses on writing styles appropriate for user manuals as well as oral presentations, and offers training in platform skills, audiovisual technologies, and other strategies needed to make technical information understood by business managers, end-users, and the public.
Prerequisite: BA 138 and IT 100 .
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BA 154: Computerized Accounting 5 Cr
Quarters: F
This course covers a computerized approach to accounting systems (service and merchandising), accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, payroll, and inventory.
Prerequisite: ACCT& 201 with a grade of C or better, or permission of instructor.
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BA 156: Marketing 5 Cr
Quarters: F, S
Covers marketing and business activities concerned with the planning of product, place, promotion, and distribution of goods and services. Fundamental principles and business cases are combined so that the students may understand more clearly the functioning of marketing in our economy and the movement of goods and services from the producer to the consumer.
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BA 157: Retail Management 5 Cr
Quarters: S
The principles and practices of retailing will be discussed. Specific topics covered will include types of traditional and nontraditional retail outlets, franchising, policies, store location, layout, organization, buying and selling functions, pricing, profit planning, staffing, and controlling.
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BA 158: Principles of Management 5 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
This is an introductory course in modern management theory and practice. Topics include the contemporary management roles and responsibilities including planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Subjects within these areas of study include staffing, motivating, teams, culture, change, and ethics.
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BA 159: Sales Management 5 Cr
Quarters: S
Covers selling as a factor in the distribution of goods and services, analysis of customers and their wants, getting and holding customers, and wholesale and direct-selling principles and practices.
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BA 160: Supervision Techniques 5 Cr
Quarters: W, SR
This course will examine the professional responsibilities of supervisors and managers in business and industry. Decision-making and communication efforts related to organizational productivity and employee motivation are emphasized.
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BA 161: Human Resources Management 5 Cr
Quarters: W
This is an introductory course outlining the principles and procedures of personnel activities. Some of the areas of study include the competitive, legal, and global environments of HR. Other subject areas include job analysis, job description, job specifications, employee turnover, recruitment, selection ,testing, placement, promotion, compensation, labor-management relations, and equal employment opportunities. The safety, health, and well-being of employees are also discussed.
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BA 170: Introduction to Advertising 5 Cr
Quarters: S
A comprehensive introduction to the principles of advertising. Concepts covered will include the role of advertising in the economy, its influence on society, and characteristics and use of various media. Also included are the appropriate strategies used to plan and create an effective advertising campaign.
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BA 180: Consumer Financial Planning 5 Cr
Quarters: S
This course focuses on personal money management and consumer financial education. Topics covered include: budgets, loans, consumer credit, bank services, insurance, consumer purchases, home purchases, financing, income tax preparation, and investments.
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BA 190: Co-op Field Experience I Variable Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
Cooperative education integrates the student’s classroom study with work experience in cooperating employer organizations. Students usually alternate periods of college study with extended employment periods in appropriate fields of business, industry, government, social services, and the professions. The student’s education, therefore, is shared between the employer, supervisors, and YVC faculty.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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BA 191: Co-op Field Experience II Variable Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
Cooperative education integrates the student’s classroom study with work experience in cooperating employer organizations. Students usually alternate periods of college study with extended employment periods in appropriate fields of business, industry, government, social services, and the professions. The student’s education, therefore, is shared between the employer, supervisors, and YVC faculty.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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BA 192: Co-op Field Experience III Variable Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
Cooperative education integrates the student’s classroom study with work experience in cooperating employer organizations. Students usually alternate periods of college study with extended employment periods in appropriate fields of business, industry, government, social services, and the professions. The student’s education, therefore, is shared between the employer, supervisors, and YVC faculty.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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BA 193: Co-op Field Experience IV Variable Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
Cooperative education integrates the student’s classroom study with work experience in cooperating employer organizations. Students usually alternate periods of college study with extended employment periods in appropriate fields of business, industry, government, social services, and the professions. The student’s education, therefore, is shared between the employer, supervisors, and YVC faculty.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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BA 198: Experimental/Exploratory Studies Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Experimental/exploratory studies in business administration.
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BA 199: Independent Study/Field Experience Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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BA 205: Small Business Management 5 Cr
Quarters: W
This course is for students who either have already started a business or who intend to work for a small business. The course pulls together concepts of marketing, operations, and financial management for small businesses. It will be based on current research, theory, and practice. Materials will be presented from a “how-to” perspective, with many practical examples and applications from the business world.
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BA 220: Human Relations in the Workplace 2 Cr
Quarters: W, S
This course explores how the employment requirements of business, agribusiness, and industry influence the education and training of individuals. Professional expectations in the workplace, career and life goals, and the balance of work-life issues within a formal organization are emphasized.
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BA 225: Career Management 5 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
This course explores areas of personal and professional development crucial for success in the student’s selected career fields. Topics include developing confidence, effective communication, analyzing strengths and weaknesses, goal setting, managing time, working within a team setting, working through conflict, and the employment seeking process.
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BA 256: Statistics 5 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
This introductory course applies descriptive and inferential statistical methods and probability theory to common business and economic situations. The development of analytical problem-solving skills is also emphasized.
Prerequisite: MATH 094 or MATH 095 or permission of instructor.
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BA 259: Fundamentals of E-commerce 5 Cr
Quarters: F
The purpose of this course is to provide students with the tools and techniques needed for successful electronic commerce. Business opportunities, challenges, emerging technologies, and strategies for use in e-commerce will be explored.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of IT 102 or permission of instructor.
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BA 260: Principles of Income Tax 5 Cr
Quarters: W
This course is an introduction to the U.S. federal income taxation of individuals. Stress is placed on the U.S. tax structure and tax reporting.
Prerequisite: ACCT& 201 or permission of instructor.
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BA 270: Business Ethics 3 Cr
Quarters: F, S
An examination of the ethical challenges facing individuals and businesses in modern society. The course will use case studies of professionals working in various areas of business as well as the moral reasoning of ethics.
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BA 275: Wine Marketing 5 Cr
Quarters: W
Provides a study of wine marketing and sales from the perspective of the Washington State wine industry. The course examines industry standards and emerging trends relating to wine packaging, promotion, pricing, and distribution. Emphasizes strategic branding, consumer behavior, and marketing plans for wineries and wine products.
Recommended: BA 156 .
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BA 280: Fundamentals of Investing 3 Cr
Quarters: O
This course is intended to provide students with the fundamental knowledge necessary for making wise investment decisions. Topics covered include how free markets work; stocks and bonds; economic indicators; diversification, asset allocation, risk, and time; tax-deferred investing; and sources of financial information.
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BA 290: Adv. Co-op Field Experience I Variable Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
Work experience in cooperating employer organizations. Students usually alternate periods of college study with extended employment periods in appropriate fields of business, industry, government, social services, and the professions. The student’s education, therefore, is shared between the employer, supervisors, and YVC faculty.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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BA 291: Adv. Co-op Field Experience II Variable Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
Work experience in cooperating employer organizations. Students usually alternate periods of college study with extended employment periods in appropriate fields of business, industry, government, social services, and the professions. The student’s education, therefore, is shared between the employer, supervisors, and YVC faculty.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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BA 292: Adv. Co-op Field Experience III Variable Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
Work experience in cooperating employer organizations. Students usually alternate periods of college study with extended employment periods in appropriate fields of business, industry, government, social services, and the professions. The student’s education, therefore, is shared between the employer, supervisors, and YVC faculty.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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BA 293: Adv. Co-op Field Experience IV Variable Cr
Quarters: F, W, S, SR
Work experience in cooperating employer organizations. Students usually alternate periods of college study with extended employment periods in appropriate fields of business, industry, government, social services, and the professions. The student’s education, therefore, is shared between the employer, supervisors, and YVC faculty.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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BA 298: Experimental/Exploratory Studies Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Experimental/exploratory studies in business administration.
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BA 299: Independent Study/Field Experience Variable Cr
Quarters: O
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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BASIT 301: Windows Server Administration 5 Cr
Quarters: O
This course explores knowledge and skills required in deploying, managing and maintaining Windows servers, configuring files and print services, configuring network services and access, configuring a Network Policy Server (NPS) infrastructure, configuring and managing Active Directory, and configuring and managing Group Policy.
Prerequisite: IT 146 and admission into the Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology - System Administration degree program or permission of instructor.
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BASIT 302: Windows Client Support 5 Cr
Quarters: O
This course covers the design, installation, configuration, maintenance, and support of windows clients and security resources.
Prerequisite: IT 145 and admission into the Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology - System Administration degree program or permission of instructor.
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