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2012-2013 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions and Objectives

Note: All course objectives in the catalog have been mapped to the most relevant College-Wide Abilities  (CWAs). These mappings are defined by the inclusion of [COMMUNITY], [ACT], [REASON], [EXPLORE] after each course objective.

Dual Listed Course
A dual listed course is one of two courses that have the same title and content, but use different department abbreviations. One or the other may be taken for credit, not both. The student must make the choice at the time of registration. Example: DIVST 125 - Race and Ethnic Relations:CD  or SOC 125 - Race and Ethnic Relations:CD .

Correction 11/19/12 
 

French
  

  • FRCH 210 - Francophone Cultures:CD


    5.0 Credits
    Course will survey the history, culture, geography, and current political climate of selected French-speaking communities, including, but not limited to, Haiti, Quebec, Louisiana, North Africa and West Africa (was FRNCH 210). Prerequisite: ENGL 100  with a grade of 2.0 or higher or placement in ENGL& 101  (was ENGL 105). Dual Listed as DIVST 215 and HUM 210.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will able to:

    1. Acquire and enhance cultural sensitivity and competence of the French speaking world. [REASON]
    2. Understand the impact of cultural differences within the French speaking nations. [EXPLORE]
    3. Develop necessary foundation and tools to become culturally competent and acquire better understanding of the cultural and political challenges facing the French speaking world and multicultural workplaces. [EXPLORE]
    4. Learn practical tools to reduce cross-cultural misunderstanding and encourage positive cross-cultural and working relationships. [REASON]
    5. Apply knowledge, awareness, and/or skills to identify and analyze issues related to diversity. [EXPLORE]

General Equivalency Degree (GED)
  

  • GED 009 - GED Preparation


    1.0 to 10.0 Credits
    Class prepares students for the official GED tests, college classes, and current or future work. Prerequisite: Departmental advising required.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate improvement in one of the following areas: math, writing, and/or reading in preparation for passing the GED. [ACT]
    2. Practice group interaction skills. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Recall and apply test taking strategies. [REASON]
    4. Describe and apply study skill techniques. [REASON]
  

  • GED 010 - Advanced GED Preparation


    1.0 to 10.0 Credits
    A fast paced GED preparation class that prepares students for the official GED tests, college classes, and current or future work. Prerequisite: Departmental advising required.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate improvement in math and writing in preparation for taking the GED. [ACT]
    2. Apply test taking strategies. [REASON]
    3. Identify and apply study skill techniques. [REASON]
    4. Devise and implement the beginning stages of a career/academic plan. [ACT]

Geography
  

  • GEOG& 100 - Introduction to Geography


    5.0 Credits
    Introduction to natural and human regions around the world including the impact of post-industrial society in America, the rise of China as a rival superpower and the importance of “black gold” in the Persian Gulf.  Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify and locate physical features and define fundamental symbols when reading a map. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Critically analyze the geographical aspects of the relationships between people and the natural environment. [REASON]
    3. Identify, collect, and utilize data to investigate and analyze the issues and problems facing people, places and society in relationship to their geography. [EXPLORE]
    4. Demonstrate and define how these relationships and the natural resources have changed with space and over time in different regions of the world. [EXPLORE]
    5. Integrate, evaluate and communicate information from a variety of geographical sources. [REASON]
  

  • GEOG 150 - Introduction to Sustainable Development


    5.0 Credits
    Introduction to issues in sustainability around the world within a geographic framework. This will involve examination of the development and spatial interactions of policy alternatives relating to the sustainability of resources, the environment, and society. Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Define and communicate the concept of sustainability, including forms of practice, from a geographic perspective and how it applies to development. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Explain and define how applications of sustainability at the personal and local level can enhance sustainable development at the global level. [REASON]
    3. Compare and contrast the spatial inter-relationships between modern consumerism, resource depletion, population trends, and unsustainable development. [REASON]
    4. Identify and locate regions where sustainable development is both occurring and where it is not. [EXPLORE]
    5. Analyze and explain how sustainable practices impact natural resources, agriculture, energy, transportation, housing, global trade, population trends and the environment from a geographic perspective. [COMMUNICATE]

Geology
  

  • GEOL& 101 - Introduction to Physical Geology


    5.0 Credits
    An introduction to physical geology including the origin, composition and structure of the earth and the processes that generate landscapes (was GEOL 100). Prerequisite: Placement in both MATH 090  and ENGL& 101  (was ENGL 105).

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate a critical understanding of general scientific principles, with an emphasis on geologic scientific principles. [REASON]
    2. Clearly communicate the fundamental knowledge particular to geology with their peers using the appropriate vocabulary. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Apply the concepts and information in geology to problems that affect their lives, in particular, and our society, in general. [REASON]
    4. Demonstrate the use of mathematics appropriate to geology and perform calculations appropriate to the task. [REASON]
    5. Make reliable measurements and perform analysis appropriate for geology. [REASON]
  

  • GEOL 103 - History of Earth


    5.0 Credits
    Surveys the geologic history of the earth, including the history of life on earth. Students learn to interpret rock and fossil evidence. Prerequisite: Placement into both MATH 090 and ENGL& 101.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate a critical understanding of general scientific principles, with an emphasis on historical geologic scientific principles. [REASON]
    2. Clearly communicate the fundamental knowledge particular to historical geology with their peers using the appropriate vocabulary. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Apply the concepts and information in historical geology to problems that affect their lives, in particular, and our society, in general. [REASON]
    4. Demonstrate the use of mathematics appropriate to historical geology and perform calculations appropriate to the task. [REASON]
    5. Make reliable measurements and perform analysis appropriate for historical geology. [REASON]

Health
  

  • HLTH 100 - Contemporary Health Issues


    3.0 Credits
    Research and exploration of social and personal health issues. Behavioral influence and individual decision presented in written argument and group discussion.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Explore various components of general health such as nutrition, physical fitness, mental health, alcohol and drug abuse, infectious diseases and prevention. [EXPLORE]
    2. Develop and implement strategies to improve general health. [ACT]
    3. Analyze, describe and discuss existing health challenges facing current society such as cardiovascular disease, obesity, mental health, death and dying, drug, tobacco and alcohol abuse, stress management, sexual and reproduction issues. [COMMUNICATE]
    4. Research aspects of Contemporary Health with special focus on current trends and issues. [EXPLORE]
  

  • HLTH 105 - Emergency Response/CPR


    4.0 Credits
    The National Safety Council Emergency Care Institute program for advanced first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and AED for the basic first responder. CPR card earned only if skills assessment passed. First Aid card with a 3.0 GPA or higher. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Describe and explain basic safety principles and practices. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Describe benefits of protecting lives and welfare of community members, family and self. [ACT]
    3. Apply emergency-care techniques in test scenarios. [REASON]
    4. Demonstrate CPR techniques appropriate for infants, children and adults. [REASON]
    5. Develop a systematic plan of first-aid response. [REASON]
    6. Describe skills and techniques for relieving pain, reducing human trauma, and saving human lives. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HLTH 150 - Nutrition and Life Fitness


    3.0 Credits
    Covers various aspects of life fitness, basic anatomy, physiology of exercise and nutrition. Instruction in how to establish a personal fitness program for life.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate basic knowledge of the human muscular system. [REASON]
    2. Analyze how exercise influences the mind and body. [REASON]
    3. Identify nutritional requirements. [EXPLORE]
    4. Apply knowledge of nutrition to develop a nutritional exercise. [ACT]
    5. Prepare a weight and cardiovascular training program. [EXPLORE]
    6. Create and analyze a food journal. [REASON]
    7. Communicate effectively in exploration of nutrition and fitness topics. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HLTH 155 - Special Topics


    Maximum of 5.0 possible Credits
    Classes, workshops or seminars of current interest in Health.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate appropriate understanding of the chosen health topic. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Apply knowledge and skills to personal fitness and health. [REASON]
  

  • HLTH 205 - Emergency Response/Recertification


    2.0 Credits
    The National Safety Council Emergency Care Institute program for advanced first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and AED for the basic first responder. CPR card earned only if skills assessment passed. First Aid card with a 3.0 GPA or higher. S/U grade option. Prerequisite: Instructor permission required.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate airway management, breathing restoration, and circulation restoration. [REASON]
    2. Demonstrate severe-bleeding controls, bandaging, and shock management. [REASON]
    3. Evaluate victims for injuries in test scenarios. [REASON]
    4. Demonstrate transport management of victim and obstruction removal. [REASON]
    5. Identify the appropriate care given to selected injury related problems. [REASON]
  

  • HLTH 250 - Health and Ethnic Diversity:CD


    5.0 Credits
    The dynamics of a changing health environment influencing social and personal adaptations will be researched to improve our awareness, appreciation and understanding of behavioral differences nurtured by ethnicity and a multicultural society. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101  (was ENGL 105).

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate awareness of multicultural environments influenced by ethnicity, geography, social and economic conditions influence. [EXPLORE]
    2. Analyze and evaluate how different ethnic groups adapt to a multicultural society. [REASON]
    3. Analyze social and behavioral health issues. [REASON]
    4. Identify social inequalities and discrimination within society. [ACT]
    5. Demonstrate an understanding of how ethnic roles and perceptions, social traditions, social climate, religious overtones, family integrity and sexual orientation influence health, lifestyle and career opportunities. [COMMUNICATE]
    6. Examine health topics and identify ethnic diversities, stereotyping, social perceptions and expectations. [EXPLORE]
  

  • HLTH 255 - Special Topics


    Maximum of 5.0 possible Credits
    Classes, workshops or seminars of current interest in Health.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate appropriate understanding of the chosen health topic. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Apply advanced knowledge and skills to personal fitness and health. [REASON]

High School Completion
  

  • ASTR 051 - The Solar System and Beyond


    5.0 Credits
    An introduction to astronomy exploring the planets, moons, asteroids, Sun of our Solar System, and the stars, black holes, pulsars and other objects beyond it. Direct observation of the night sky will be integral part of the course. Counts toward high school science credit (was ASTRO 051).

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

    1. Explain the basic structure and mechanics of our solar system. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Describe how the regular and predictable motions of most objects in the solar system appear from Earth and account for such phenomena as the day, year, phases of the moon, eclipses, seasons and ocean tides. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Compare and contrast the basic structural similarities and differences between types of planets, moons, stars and galaxies. [REASON]
    4. Identify and describe fundamental concepts of astronomy such as gravity, the light year, retrograde motion, elliptical orbits, etc. [REASON]
    5. Explain theories of how the Earth and other celestial bodies in the universe formed and are continuing to evolve. [REASON]
    6. Analyze the merits of competing scientific hypotheses. [REASON]
    7. Identify and describe how scientific knowledge evolves, by exploring the contributions of significant early astronomers. [REASON]
    8. Identify and describe how major space missions have contributed to the field of astronomy. [REASON]
  

  • BIOL 050 - Issues in Human Biology


    Maximum of 5.0 possible Credits
    A study of current issues in human biology, focusing on several human life processes, such as mobility, digestion, respiration, circulation, nervous system integration, and reproduction. Dysfunction and disease are explored. Counts as High School Lab Science or Health credit.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

    1. Organize homework and lab information and effectively describe the lab work in writing. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Apply new science terminology in both discussion and writing. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Compare and contrast the specialized structural and functional systems that regulate human growth and development and that maintain health. [REASON]
    4. Recognize and describe essential components and processes involved in human structure, mobility, digestion, respiration, circulation, excretion, and nervous system integration. [REASON]
    5. Propose ideas, solutions and analyze information while working in a small group setting. [ACT]
    6. Discuss readings, lab work and outside research within the classroom environment. [ACT]
  

  • BRDGE 055 - Integrating Learning


    1.0 to 5.0 Credits
    An introductory communications course to develop reading, writing, and critical thinking strategies for use in other adult high school classes. High school completion class. Counts toward high school English credit.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Apply a variety of communication skills to problem solve and plan work in content subject material. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Write and complete effective short and long term goals. [REASON]
    3. Use listening and observation skills to gain understanding of all available campus resources. [ACT]
    4. Employ a variety of strategies and skills to work well with others. [EXPLORE]
    5. Utilize available campus technology to improve academic success. [REASON]
  

  • EDCAP 095 - EdCAP Strategies for Success


    Maximum of 5.0 possible Credits
    An introductory course for Edmonds Career Access Program (EdCAP) students beginning their first quarter at EdCC. Students will develop a peer support system and explore and identify learning and educational goals. Prerequisite: Successful completion of EdCAP orientation.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Implement various methods of decision-making and problem solving skills to increase opportunities for success in diverse settings. [ACT]
    2. Self-assess abilities, values, skills and interests, learning styles and readiness to learn. [REASON ]
    3. Identify internal and external barriers and difficulties to learning and strategies for overcoming them. [REASON]
    4. Demonstrate the ability to communicate verbally and through writing as a response to a variety of prompts and questions. [COMMUNICATE]
    5. Apply and evaluate classroom learning in settings outside of the academic. [EXPLORE]
    6. Complete group tasks with other EdCAP students. [ACT]
    7. Apply a variety of financial literacy skills, including budgeting, financial planning and credit management to real life situations. [REASON]
  

  • EDCAP 096 - EdCAP Strategies for Success II


    Maximum of 5.0 possible Credits
    Students will use the skills developed in EdCAP 095 to explore an area of career interest. Students will complete a project that includes a research report, interview preparation, interviews, and a class presentation. Prerequisite: EDCAP 095  with a grade of 2.0 or higher.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Explore potential career paths. [REASON]
    2. Apply a variety of research strategies to gather information. [REASON]
    3. Establish a professional network of resources, including instructors, other college faculty and staff, professionals in various fields, and fellow students to accomplish project goals. [EXPLORE]
    4. Synthesize information from a variety of sources to develop a presentation to present to a classroom audience. [COMMUNICATE]
    5. Apply a variety of time management strategies needed to complete a long-term project. [ACT]
  

  • ENVS 051 - Global Science Issues


    5.0 Credits
    High school course exploring global environmental issues. Introduces Earth’s systems that promote life and major issues, i.e, climate change, pollution, biodiversity, etc. Emphasis on problem solving, personal responsibility and action. Lab Science or CWP credit (was ENVSC 051).

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

    1. Describe the spread and impact of environmental toxins. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Apply scientific knowledge and skills to solve problems or propose solutions to global environmental challenges. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Analyze and describe the living and nonliving factors that affect organisms in ecosystems and the relationships among species within important ecosystems, such as coral reefs, wetlands, and tropical rain forests. [COMMUNICATE]
    4. Analyze and explain the effects human activities have on Earth’s capacity to sustain biological diversity. [COMMUNICATE]
    5. Plan and conduct systematic and complex scientific investigations and evaluate results of such investigations. [COMMUNICATE]
    6. Identify and articulate sustainable choices and actions that individuals persons could make that would result in fewer resources being consumed and less pollution. [ACT]
    7. Analyze the patterns and arrangements of Earth systems and subsystems and how these systems sustain the biosphere. [REASON]
    8. Identify the factors that influence weather and climate and how these patterns relate to ecosystems. [REASON]
    9. Define the complex, integrated and regulated processes (such as photosynthesis and energy transfer in a food web) by which organisms, use matter and energy to sustain life. [REASON]
    10. Analyze local, regional, national or global problems or challenges in which scientific design can be or has been used to design a solution. [REASON]
  

  • ENVS 053 - Pacific Northwest Science Issues


    5.0 Credits
    High school course that explores current environmental issues in the Pacific Northwest with a focus on the interrelationships between humans, plants, and animals. Emphasis on problem solving, personal responsibility and action. Counts as HS Lab Science or CWP credit (was ENVSC 053).

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

    1. Analyze processes that have caused changes to the features of the Earth’s surface, including plate tectonics, glaciation, volcanism, etc. [REASON]
    2. Explain the factors that influence weather and climate and how these patterns relate to Northwest ecosystems. [REASON]
    3. Describe the complex, integrated and regulated processes (such as photosynthesis and energy transfer in a food web) by which organisms use matter and energy to sustain life. [REASON]
    4. Analyze and describe the living and nonliving factors that affect organisms in ecosystems and the relationships among species within selected Pacific Northwest ecosystems. [REASON]
    5. Describe the process of evolution and the concepts of natural selection, speciation, adaptation and biological diversity. [REASON]
    6. Analyze and explain the effects human activities have on the capacity of Pacific Northwest ecosystems to sustain biological diversity. [REASON]
    7. Conduct systematic and complex scientific investigations and evaluate results of such investigations. [ACT]
    8. Apply scientific knowledge and skills to solve problems or propose solutions to regional environmental challenges in the Pacific Northwest. [ACT]
  

  • ENVS 054 - Northwest Ecology and Citizenry


    Maximum of 5.0 possible Credits
    Introduction to the ecology of Pacific NW ecosystems, including the impact of historic and contemporary issues. Includes applied study of WA state constitution and government, focusing on problem-solving. Counts as WA state history/Social Studies and/or science credit.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Explain the complex, integrated and regulated processes by which organisms use matter and energy to sustain life. [REASON]
    2. Analyze and describe the living and nonliving factors that affect organisms in ecosystems and the relationships among species within selected Pacific Northwest ecosystems. [REASON]
    3. Analyze and explain the effects that human activities have on the capacity of Pacific Northwest ecosystems to sustain biological diversity. [REASON]
    4. Describe the nature and structure of Washington state government and constitution, and how citizens interact with it. [REASON]
    5. Connect patterns of habitation and development in the Pacific Northwest to changes in resource availability, land use, and biological diversity. [REASON]
    6. Examine the historic and contemporary roles Native Americans have played in ecological stewardship, especially in terms of salmon and current recovery efforts. [EXPLORE]
    7. Apply the methods of social science investigation to examine historical controversies that impacted the Pacific Northwest and continue to impact present-day politics, the economy and the environment. [REASON]
    8. Apply scientific knowledge and skills to solve problems or propose solutions to regional environmental challenges in the Pacific Northwest. [ACT]
  

  • HIST 030 - Civics in Action


    Maximum of 5.0 possible Credits
    Participation in various activities that promote understanding of government at all levels. Emphasis will be on rights and responsibilities of citizenship. Counts toward U.S. History, Contemporary World Problems, Washington State Civics credit.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

    1. Explain the core values and democratic principles of the U.S. as set forth in the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. [REASON]
    2. Analyze the purposes, organization and function of federal, state and local government. [REASON]
    3. Demonstrate the rights and responsibilities of citizenship and the principles of democratic civic involvement. [ACT]
  

  • HIST 032 - U.S. History I


    5.0 Credits
    An examination of selected issues and topics in U.S. History from pre-colonial times to the Civil War. Includes study of U.S. Constitution and govt. Counts toward high school U.S. History I credit.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify and describe contributions made by early American cultures. [REASON]
    2. Identify events, trends, individuals and movements that helped shape America. [REASON]
    3. Identify and create examples of how technological advances shaped America. [Explore]
    4. Describe and identify the importance of the foundational documents. [REASON]
    5. Relate the past to present, be able to explain how history repeats itself. [EXPLORE]
    6. Communicate core concepts and ideas in U.S. history from pre-colonial times to the Civil War. [COMMUNICATE]
    7. Research, compare and analyze perspectives within this time period using multiple source materials. [EXPLORE]
  

  • HIST 033 - U.S. History II


    5.0 Credits
    An examination of selected issues and topics in U.S. History from the Civil War to the Civil Rights era. Includes study of the U.S. Constitution/Govt. High school completion class, counts toward U.S. History II and/or Contemporary World Problems credit.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify, describe and discuss achievements and trends of cultures and individuals during from the Civil War to the Civil Rights era. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Identify and show examples of how technological advances shaped America. [EXPLORE]
    3. Identify and interpret the major ideas set forth in the Constitution that effect this period of History. [REASON]
    4. Analyze the Emancipation Proclamation, and the 13th, 14th and 15th Amendments that defined and broadened Civil Rights in America. [EXPLORE]
    5. Communicate core concepts and ideas in U.S. history from the Civil War to the Civil Rights era. [COMMUNICATE]
    6. Research, compare and analyze perspectives within this time period using multiple source materials. [REASON]
  

  • HIST 034 - Contemporary World Issues I


    5.0 Credits
    A study of U.S. foreign policy issues and their impact on other countries. Topics covered may include: terrorism, U.S. military involvement, global trade agreements, U.S. defense policy and others. HS completion class; counts toward Contemporary World Problems and/or U.S. History II credit.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

    1. Apply knowledge of maps, charts, and other geographic tools to understand the spatial arrangement of people, places, resources, and environments on earth’s surface. [EXPLORE]
    2. Define the purposes and organization of international relationships and how U.S. foreign policy is made. [REASON]
    3. Identify various historical, social, economic and political issues from selected regions of the world. [REASON]
    4. Analyze and evaluate various historical, social, economic and political issues from selected regions of the world. [REASON]
    5. Apply a variety of strategies to communicate information on current international issues to a wide range of audiences. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HIST 035 - U.S. Contemporary Issues II


    5.0 Credits
    A study of relevant topics affecting U.S. domestic policy issues may include education, the environment, health care, crime and the economy. Includes study of U.S. Constitution and federal government. Counts toward high school Contemporary World Problems and/or U.S. History II credit.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Analyze the purpose and organization of U.S. government and laws. [REASON]
    2. Explain the organization of government at the federal, state and local levels including the executive, legislative and judicial branches. [REASON]
    3. Describe individual rights and their accompanying responsibilities at the local, state, national levels. [COMMUNICATE]
    4. Explain the Bill of Rights and describe some of the individual rights guaranteed by this document. [COMMUNICATE]
    5. Analyze opposing arguments on current domestic (U.S.) issues. [REASON]
    6. Explain how various stakeholders’ opinions, including corporations, government agencies and the public, influence public policy. [EXPLORE]
    7. Analyze the role of government as participant in the U.S. economy through taxation, spending and policy setting. [REASON]
    8. Communicate ideas clearly and effectively. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HIST 041 - U.S. in the Nuclear Age


    5.0 Credits
    An examination of historical, social, political and economic developments of the U.S. from 1945 to the present. Counts toward high school Contemporary World Problems and/or U.S. History II credit.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify and describe contributions of a variety of cultures to U.S. history during the period. [REASON]
    2. Identify and explain how events, trends, individuals, and movements shaped the United States into a dominant world power. [REASON]
    3. Analyze and evaluate how decisions made in Post WWII politics impact American’s relationships with other countries today. [REASON]
    4. Relate history to personal experience and current issues. [COMMUNICATE]
    5. Communicate core concepts and ideas in U.S. history during this time period. [COMMUNICATE]
    6. Compare and analyze multiple perspectives of an event within this time period using primary and secondary source materials. [EXPLORE]
  

  • HIST 044 - History Through Culture


    5.0 Credits
    An exploration of key events or eras in U.S. history through the cultural expressions of the times. Examination of how popular culture, music, art, theater, film and literature expressed or informed events and experiences. Counts toward high school Contemporary World Problems or U.S. History II credit.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Describe the role that cultural expressions play in both reflecting and informing historical events. [REASON]
    2. Analyze how both dominant and non-dominant cultural groups experienced historical events by examining their own cultural expressions. [REASON]
    3. Identify how cultural expressions can shape personal views of history. [EXPLORE]
    4. Connect personal, cultural perspectives to historical events. [EXPLORE]
    5. Apply a variety of research strategies to collect information. [REASON]
    6. Synthesize information from a variety of sources to communicate information and ideas. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HIST 049 - Current Issues in the Pacific Northwest


    5.0 Credits
    Exploration of current political, environmental, social and economic issues impacting the Pacific Northwest. Includes study of the Washington State Constitution. Counts toward Washington State History and/or Contemporary World Problems credit.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Examine major ideas, themes, developments, turning points, chronology, and cause-and-effect relationships in the Pacific Northwest. [REASON]
    2. Connect patterns of habitation in the Pacific Northwest to geographic characteristics and global events. [REASON]
    3. Compare and contrast multiple perspectives and different interpretations of the development of the Pacific Northwest. [EXPLORE]
    4. Examine current environmental and political issues in the Pacific Northwest. [REASON]
    5. Describe the purpose and key functions of state and local government. [REASON]
  

  • HIST 060 - Enduring Cultures: Communities in Change


    Maximum of 5.0 possible Credits
    Examines the environmental, social, political and economic impacts on major civilizations throughout history. Analyzes how knowledge of world cultures helps build understanding of today’s global issues. High School completion class; counts toward World Civics or Contemporary World Problems credit.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Apply knowledge of historical thinking, chronology, eras, turning points, major ideas, individuals, and themes in world history in order to evaluate how history shapes the present and future. [REASON]
    2. Identify and analyze the causal factors that shaped major events in history. [REASON]
    3. Analyze how cultures and cultural groups have shaped world history. [REASON
    4. Analyze how an understanding of world history can help us prevent problems today. [REASON]
    5. Analyze and evaluate how people across the world have addressed issues involved with the distribution of resources and sustainability in the past or present. [REASON]
    6. Apply the concepts of location, region, and movement and demonstrate knowledge of how geographic features and human cultures impact environments. [REASON]
    7. Express own viewpoint and recognize the viewpoints of others in the context of a discussion. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HLTH 050 - Health and Wellness


    Maximum of 3.0 possible Credits
    Importance of nutrition to individual healthy living, physical fitness, patterns of growth and development, disease prevention, and the impact of environmental factors on one’s health.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Explain the relationship of nutrition and food nutrients to individual healthy living. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Describe the concepts of health-related physical fitness and how they relate to overall well-being. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Analyze patterns of growth and development. [REASON]
    4. Explain the concept of control and prevention of disease. [REASON]
    5. Demonstrate skills to live safely and reduce health risks. [ACT]
    6. Explain how environmental factors affect one’s health (air, water, noise, chemicals). [COMMUNICATE]
    7. Use social skills to promote health and safety in a variety of situations. [ACT]
    8. Analyze how emotions influence decision-making. [REASON]
  

  • HSC 051 - Real World Math I


    Maximum of 5.0 possible Credits
    Introduction to basic algebra, basic geometry, basic data analysis, and probability. For high school completion students to fulfill high school diploma math requirements. Prerequisite: MATH 040  or advisor placement.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Write equations to solve problems. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Represent verbal quantitative situations algebraically. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Evaluate expressions for given replacement values of the variables. [REASON]
    4. Solve multistep equations. [REASON]
    5. Solve multistep inequalities. [REASON]
    6. Graph linear equations and linear inequalities. [REASON]
    7. Analyze and represent variation algebraically and graphically in a real-world context. [REASON]
    8. Reflect on how mathematical ideas connect within mathematics, to other subject areas, and to real-life situations. [REASON]
  

  • HSC 052 - Real World Math II


    Maximum of 5.0 possible Credits
    Expands on the core algebra, geometry, data analysis and probability skills developed in Real World Math I and introduces new skills like permutations and combinations. For high school completion students to fulfill high school diploma math requirements. Prerequisite: HSC 051  with at least a 2.0 or adviser placement.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Apply advanced concepts in algebra and geometry to solve real life problems and projects. [REASON]
    2. Know and prove theorems about two and three dimensional geometric figures. [REASON]
    3. Read, interpret and create advanced charts, graphs and tables that illustrate real world data. [REASON]
    4. Identify appropriate mathematical connections between geometry and algebra to solve problems about shapes and space. [REASON]
    5. Use mathematical reasoning to evaluate the reasonableness of results. [REASON]
    6. Utilize technology to gather and manage data related to learning progress and present it in a meaningful context. [COMMUNICATE]
    7. Work with peers to select, manage, and assess their own learning progress. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HSC 055 - Special Topics


    Maximum of 5.0 possible Credits
    Students explore specialized topics in high school completion curricular areas, such as history, science, or math. The particular topic will vary depending on student and faculty interest.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate learning objectives as determined by the supervising instructor.
  

  • HSC 061 - Family Literacy


    1.0 to 5.0 Credits
    Through activities and discussions students develop communication and problem solving skills to foster positive family and work relationships. Counts toward high school elective credit.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Recognize and apply developmentally appropriate family life skills. [ACT]
    2. Demonstrate an ability to communicate and problem-solve family, work, and community issues. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Make informed choices about child guidance that reflect the parent’s values. [ACT]
    4. Research resources and support for parenting skills. [EXPLORE]
    5. Explore future career options to work towards gainful employment. [EXPLORE]
    6. Utilize reading and writing skills while learning about topics that are relevant to parenting. [ACT]
  

  • HSC 080 - WASL Reading Prep


    Maximum of 2.0 possible Credits
    Individualized and small group instruction that includes material review, preparation and practice for the WASL Reading test. Mandatory class for those placing below college-level reading, who have been advised into the course. Counts towards elective credit. Prerequisite: Departmental advising required.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Analyze and identify WASL test question formats and grading rubrics for the WASL Reading Test. [COMMUNICATE]
    2. Comprehend, analyze and respond to written directions and examples of source material as used in the WASL reading test. [REASON]
    3. Work collaboratively in small groups critiquing and discussing reading test examples and student responses. [ACT]
    4. Review and practice the skills of reading comprehension, inference, and critical response as defined by the WASL Reading Test rubric. [REASON]
  

  • HSC 081 - WASL Writing Prep


    Maximum of 2.0 possible Credits
    Individualized and small group instruction that includes material review, preparation and practice for the WASL Writing test. Mandatory class for those placing below college-level writing, who have been advised into the course. Counts towards elective credit. Prerequisite: Departmental advising required.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Analyze and identify the test question formats and grading rubrics for the WASL Writing Test. [REASON]
    2. Comprehend, analyze and respond to written directions and examples of source material as used in the WASL Writing Test. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Work collaboratively in small groups critiquing and discussing written test materials and student responses. [ACT]
    4. Understand and practice writing a well organized, coherent and unified mini-essay as defined by the WASL Writing Rubric. [REASON]
  

  • HSC 099 - Culminating Project


    Maximum of 2.0 possible Credits
    Last quarter HSC students are guided through the process of developing, preparing, completing and presenting the required culminating project. Prerequisite: Departmental advising into class required. Must have 2.0 GPA.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Critically reflect in writing on significant learning during high school. [REASON]
    2. Respond to feedback from instructor and classmates to create learning portfolio. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Organize time to meet benchmarks and complete project. [REASON]
    4. Identify and access resources on and off campus to support the project’s completion. [EXPLORE]
    5. Develop and deliver concise presentation of key project components. [ACT]

History
  

  • HIST 104 - African-American History to 1865:CD


    5.0 Credits
    Examines the African-American historical experience from its West African origins through the end of the Civil War, emphasizing those individuals, groups, movements, events, issues, and ideas that shaped early African-American civilization (was HIST 117) Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100 . Dual Listed as DIVST 117.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Examine and evaluate historical information/arguments from different source forms. [REASON]
    2. Express their findings in formal/informal writing, classroom discussion, and/or oral presentation. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Identify seminal events, movements, and institutions in African-American history up until the Civil War, along with the key figures, groups, and ideas that contributed to their creation and development. [EXPLORE]
    4. Compare/contrast the philosophies, issues, and actions of different African-Americans from different regions, time periods, and/or social status. [EXPLORE]
    5. Compare/contrast the experiences of African-Americans with those of other diverse populations. [EXPLORE]
  

  • HIST 105 - African-American History 1865-1945:CD


    5.0 Credits
    Examines the African-American historical experience from the end of the Civil War until the end of World War II, emphasizing individuals, groups, movements, events, issues, and ideas that shaped African- American civilization after the end of slavery (was HIST 118). Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100 . Dual Listed as DIVST 118.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify seminal events, movements, and institutions in African-American history between the end of the Civil War and the start of World War II, along with the key figures, groups, and ideas that contributed to their creation and development. [EXPLORE]
    2. Compare/contrast the philosophies, issues, and actions of different African-Americans from different regions, time periods, and/or social status. [REASON]
    3. Compare/contrast the experiences of African-Americans with those of other diverse populations. [REASON]
    4. Examine and evaluate historical information/arguments from different source forms. [REASON]
    5. Express their findings in formal/informal writing, classroom discussion, online discussion, research projects, and/or oral presentation. [COMMUNICATE]
    6. Apply knowledge, awareness, and/or skills to identify and analyze issues related to diversity. [EXPLORE]
  

  • HIST 106 - African-American History from 1945:CD


    5.0 Credits
    Examines the African-American historical experience from the end of World War II through the 1970’s, emphasizing those individuals, groups, political and artistic movements, events, issues, and ideas that shaped modern African-American civilization (was HIST 119). Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100 . Dual Listed as DIVST 119.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify seminal events, movements, and institutions in African-American history after World War II, along with the key figures, groups, and ideas that contributed to their creation and development. [EXPLORE]
    2. Compare/contrast the philosophies, issues, and actions of different African-Americans from different regions, time periods, and/or social status. [REASON]
    3. Compare/contrast the experiences of African-Americans with those of other diverse populations. [REASON]
    4. Examine and evaluate historical information/arguments from different source forms. [REASON]
    5. Express their findings in formal/informal writing, classroom discussion, online discussion, research projects, and/or oral presentation. [COMMUNICATE]
    6. Apply knowledge, awareness, and/or skills to identify and analyze issues related to diversity. [EXPLORE]
  

  • HIST 111 - Greek History


    5.0 Credits
    The history of Greece from the Bronze Age to 399 B.C.. Emphasis upon political, social, and cultural history. Prerequisite: ENGL 100  with a grade of 2.0 or higher.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify seminal events, movements, and institutions of Greek history, along with the key figures, groups, and ideas that contributed to their creation and development. [REASON]
    2. Identify the basic elements of Greek historiography: the process by which history gets written down; the kinds of sources that are used; how the nature of the sources influences the form of the narrative; how the historical narrative reveals the ideology of the historian; and how the historical narrative is influenced by the biases of political class and social status of the historian. [REASON]
    3. Describe and analyze the cultural and commercial interchanges between Greece and the cultures of North Africa, the Near East, and Asia. [EXPLORE]
    4. Describe and analyze the marginalization of groups and social classes within Greece, such as women, slaves, helots, metics or residential aliens, prostitutes, and hetaerae. [EXPLORE]
    5. Examine and evaluate historical information/arguments from different source forms. [REASON]
    6. Express their findings in formal/informal writing, classroom discussion, online discussion, research projects, and/or oral presentation. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HIST 112 - Roman History


    5.0 Credits
    History of Rome from 800 B.C. to 138 A.D.; emphasis on political, social, and cultural history. Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL& 101  (was ENGL 105).

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify seminal events, movements, and institutions of Roman history, along with the key figures, groups, and ideas that contributed to their creation and development. [REASON]
    2. Identify the basic elements of Roman historiography: the process by which history gets written down; the kinds of sources that are used; how the nature of the sources influences the form of the narrative; how the historical narrative reveals the ideology of the historian; and how the historical narrative is influenced by the biases of political class and social status of the historian. [REASON]
    3. Describe and analyze the relationships between the central administration and the provinces throughout the Empire with respect to commerce, political relations, and cultural exchange. [REASON]
    4. Describe and analyze the marginalization of groups and social classes within Rome, such as women, slaves, prostitutes, and resident aliens, as well as the process by which citizenship was conferred and denied in the Republic and the Empire. [EXPLORE]
    5. Examine and evaluate historical information/arguments from different source forms. [REASON]
    6. Express their findings in formal/informal writing, classroom discussion, online discussion, research projects, and/or oral presentation. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HIST& 116 - Western Civilization I


    5.0 Credits
    Development of man from prehistoric days to the late Middle Ages. Cultural, political and economic aspects of the great civilizations that developed during this period (was HIST 104). Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify seminal events, movements, and institutions in Western history during the period from prehistory until the late Middle Ages, along with the key figures, groups, and ideas that contributed to their creation and development. [REASON]
    2. Compare/contrast the philosophies, issues, and actions of different geographic regions, time periods, religions, races, and/or social status. [REASON]
    3. Examine and evaluate historical information/arguments from different source forms. [REASON]
    4. Express their findings in formal/informal writing, classroom discussion, online discussion, research projects, and/or oral presentation. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HIST& 117 - Western Civilization II


    5.0 Credits
    Examines the history of Europe from the Middle Ages to end of the Napoleonic Wars, including such topics as the Renaissance, the Reformation, the Scientific Revolution, the age of exploration, the Enlightenment, and the French Revolution (was HIST 105). Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify seminal events, movements, and institutions in European history during the period between the late Middle Ages and the end of the Napoleonic Wars, along with the key figures, groups, and ideas that contributed to their creation and development. [REASON]
    2. Compare/contrast the philosophies, issues, and actions of different geographic regions, time periods, religions, races, and/or social status. [REASON]
    3. Examine and evaluate historical information/arguments from different source forms. [REASON]
    4. Express their findings in formal/informal writing, classroom discussion, online discussion, research projects, and/or oral presentation. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HIST& 118 - Western Civilization III


    5.0 Credits
    Examines the history of Europe from the end of the Napoleonic Wars to the present, including such topics as the Industrial Revolution, the rise of ideologies such as socialism and fascism, the origins and impact of the World Wars, and the move toward a European Union (was HIST 106). Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify seminal events, movements, and institutions in European history during the period between the end of the Napoleonic Wars until the present, along with the key figures, groups, and ideas that contributed to their creation and development. [REASON]
    2. Compare/contrast the philosophies, issues, and actions of different geographic regions, time periods, religions, races, and/or social status. [REASON]
    3. Examine and evaluate historical information/arguments from different source forms. [REASON]
    4. Express their findings in formal/informal writing, classroom discussion, online discussion, research projects, and/or oral presentation. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HIST& 146 - United States History I:CD


    5.0 Credits
    Examines the history of the United States from pre-Columbian civilizations through the election of Andrew Jackson, with particular emphasis on the American Revolution, the framing of the Constitution, the origins of sectionalism, and issues of race, class and gender (was HIST 243). Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify seminal events, movements, and institutions in American history from pre-Columbian civilizations until the election of Andrew Jackson, along with the key figures, groups, and ideas that contributed to their creation and development. [REASON]
    2. Compare/contrast the philosophies, issues, and actions of different geographic regions, time periods, religions, races, and/or social status. [REASON]
    3. Identify and analyze the experiences of Americans from different religions, ethnicities, races, and genders. [EXPLORE]
    4. Examine and evaluate historical information/arguments from different source forms. [REASON]
    5. Express their findings in formal/informal writing, classroom discussion, online discussion, research projects, and/or oral presentation. [COMMUNICATE]
    6. Apply knowledge, awareness, and/or skills to identify and analyze issues related to diversity. [EXPLORE]
  

  • HIST& 147 - United States History II:CD


    5.0 Credits
    History of the United States from Andrew Jackson to the start of World War I, with particular emphasis on the road to the Civil War, Reconstruction, the Second Industrial revolution, the development of American culture and society, and issues of race, class, and gender (was HIST 244). Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify seminal events, movements, and institutions in American history from the election of Andrew Jackson until the start of World War I, along with the key figures, groups, and ideas that contributed to their creation and development. [REASON]
    2. Compare/contrast the philosophies, issues, and actions of different geographic regions, time periods, religions, races, and/or social status. [REASON]
    3. Identify and analyze the experiences of Americans from different religions, ethnicities, races, and genders. [EXPLORE]
    4. Examine and evaluate historical information/arguments from different source forms. [REASON]
    5. Express their findings in formal/informal writing, classroom discussion, online discussion, research projects, and/or oral presentation. [COMMUNICATE]
    6. Apply knowledge, awareness, and/or skills to identify and analyze issues related to diversity. [EXPLORE]
  

  • HIST& 148 - United States History III:CD


    5.0 Credits
    World War I to the end of the Cold War, with emphasis on the two World Wars, the Great Depression and New Deal, the development of modern American society, the Cold War, and issues of race, class and gender (was HIST 245). Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify seminal events, movements, and institutions in American history from World War I until the end of the Cold War, along with the key figures, groups, and ideas that contributed to their creation and development. [REASON]
    2. Compare/contrast the philosophies, issues, and actions of different geographic regions, time periods, religions, races, and/or social status. [REASON]
    3. Identify and analyze the experiences of Americans from different religions, ethnicities, races, and genders. [EXPLORE]
    4. Examine and evaluate historical information/arguments from different source forms. [REASON]
    5. Express their findings in formal/informal writing, classroom discussion, online discussion, research projects, and/or oral presentation. [COMMUNICATE]
    6. Apply knowledge, awareness, and/or skills to identify and analyze issues related to diversity. [EXPLORE]
  

  • HIST 155 - Special Topics in History


    5.0 Credits
    Examines specialized topics in History, usually centered on a particular theme, person, event, or era. The particular topic will vary with each offering and will be dependent upon faculty and student interest. Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify seminal figures, groups, ideas, events, movements, and institutions within the particular subject, along with their impact(s). [REASON]
    2. Compare/contrast the philosophies, issues, and actions of different figures, groups, time periods, regions, and/or cultures, when appropriate. [REASON]
    3. Examine and evaluate historical information/arguments from different source forms. [REASON]
    4. Express their findings in formal/informal writing, classroom discussion, online discussion, research projects, and/or oral presentation. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HIST& 214 - Pacific Northwest History


    5.0 Credits
    Examines the history of Washington and the Pacific Northwest from before European arrival to the present, including the region’s economic, political, and cultural developments, the unique contributions of diverse peoples, and the region’s connection to national events (was HIST 104). Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify seminal events, movements, and institutions in Pacific Northwest history from before European arrival until the present, along with the key figures, groups, and ideas that contributed to their creation and development. [REASON]
    2. Identify and analyze the unique contributions of the various peoples of the Pacific Northwest and the critical role of race, religion, gender, and class in the region’s history. [EXPLORE]
    3. Identify and analyze connections between regional history and national/global developments. [REASON]
    4. Examine and evaluate historical information/arguments from different source forms. [REASON]
    5. Express their findings in formal/informal writing, classroom discussion, online discussion, research projects, and/or oral presentation. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HIST 215 - Technology and American Culture


    5.0 Credits
    Examines the history of American technology from colonial times to the present, emphasizing the interaction between innovation, culture, and social change. Topics explored include artisan culture, the American manufacturing system technology, and women’s work, radio, television, cars, computers, and military weapons. Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify seminal events, movements, and institutions in the history of American technology, along with the key figures, groups, and ideas that contributed to their creation and development. [REASON]
    2. Compare/contrast the American experience with technology with that of other nations in order to understand how culture and environment shape technological innovation, how innovation in turn shapes culture and environment, and how technology is transferred between nations. [REASON]
    3. Compare/contrast the creation and development of technology within the private and public sectors, with sharp focus on the role of government in the creation, development and selection of technology. [REASON]
    4. Examine and evaluate historical information/arguments from different source forms. [REASON]
    5. Express their findings in formal/informal writing, classroom discussion, online discussion, research projects, and/or oral presentation. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HIST 230 - Revolutions in Modern History


    5.0 Credits
    Examines the American, French, Russian, Chinese, and other national revolutions, emphasizing a comparative analysis of the individuals, groups, movements, events, issues, ideas, and other forces that shaped each revolution. Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify and analyze the history of each individual revolution, as well as the impact of one or more revolution upon another. [REASON]
    2. Identify and analyze seminal individuals, groups, movements, events, issues, ideas, and other forces that shaped one or more modern revolution. [REASON]
    3. Identify and analyze the role of race, class, gender, geography, and religion on modern revolutionary movements. [EXPLORE]
    4. Identify and analyze the role of various “isms” that influenced modern revolutionary movements, such as imperialism, federalism, socialism, Marxism-Leninism, and nationalism. [REASON]
    5. Compare/contrast modern revolutions on cause, characteristics, and impact. [REASON]
    6. Examine and evaluate historical information/arguments from different source forms. [REASON]
    7. Express their findings in formal/informal writing, classroom discussion, online discussion, research projects, and/or oral presentation. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HIST 246 - Modern East Asian History:CD


    5.0 Credits
    Examines the cultural, political, military, and economic history of East Asia from 1800 until the present, with particular emphasis on China, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia. Satisfies non-Western history requirement for AA degree in Elementary Education. Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify seminal events, issues, movements, and institutions within East Asian history from 1800 to the present, along with the key figures, groups, and ideas that contributed to their creation. [EXPLORE]
    2. Identify seminal events, issues, movements, and institutions that shaped East Asian relations with the Western world, as well as between individual countries in the region. [EXPLORE]
    3. Identify and analyze the philosophies, issues, and actions of different countries, time periods after 1800, religions, ethnicities, and social classes. [REASON]
    4. Examine and evaluate historical information/arguments from different source forms. [REASON]
    5. Express their findings in formal/informal writing, classroom discussion, online discussion, research projects, and/or oral presentation. [COMMUNICATE]
    6. Apply knowledge, awareness, and/or skills to identify and analyze issues related to diversity. [EXPLORE]
  

  • HIST 248 - The United States in World Affairs: Since 1945


    5.0 Credits
    Examines the history of American foreign relations, with particular emphasis on the Cold War era. Key figures, events, writings, and doctrines will be examined, along with the role of social, political, and economic forces in the making and implementation of American foreign policy. Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify and analyze seminal events, movements, and institutions in the history of American foreign relations, along with the key figures, groups, and ideas that contributed to their creation and development. [REASON]
    2. Identify and analyze the role of race, religion, belief system, nationality, and other elements on the theory and practice of American foreign policy. [REASON]
    3. Identify and analyze the relationship between foreign policy and domestic affairs. [REASON]
    4. Examine and evaluate historical information/arguments from different source forms. [REASON]
    5. Express their findings in formal/informal writing, classroom discussion, online discussion, research projects, and/or oral presentation. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HIST 255 - Special Topics in History


    5.0 Credits
    Examines specialized topics in History, usually centered on a particular theme, person, event, or era. The particular topic will vary with each offering and will be dependent upon faculty and student interest. Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify seminal figures, groups, ideas, events, movements, and institutions within the particular subject, along with their impact(s). [REASON]
    2. Compare/contrast the philosophies, issues, and actions of different figures, groups, time periods, regions, and/or cultures, when appropriate. [REASON]
    3. Examine and evaluate historical information/arguments from different source forms. [REASON]
    4. Express their findings in formal/informal writing, classroom discussion, online discussion, research projects, and/or oral presentation. [COMMUNICATE]

Honors Program
  

  • HONRS 155 - Honors Seminar


    1.0 to 5.0 Credits
    First year honors student research seminar. Explores research methods from a variety of academic disciplines to assist students in developing research questions they will address in their honors projects. Prerequisite: Admission into Honors Program or instructor’s permission.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Trace a particular problem, theme, or subject chronologically and conceptually using interdisciplinary methods and theories to identify levels and mode of theoretical analyses appropriate to understanding. [EXPLORE]
    2. Conduct and synthesize in-depth research using currently available tools and resources with a higher order emphasis on primary texts, data sets, and current journal articles and/or field research. [REASON]
    3. Compare the views of different figures, groups, time periods, regions, cultures, and theoretical points of view when appropriate. [EXPLORE]
    4. Express their findings in formal/informal writing, classroom discussions, the development of seminar and presentation materials, poster sessions, and conference presentations. [COMMUNICATE]
    5. Use findings to affect the community (however defined) by publishing, informing service learning, assisting community partner in policy design. [ACT]
  

  • HONRS 255 - Honors Seminar


    1.0 to 5.0 Credits
    Second year honors student research seminar. Student works with individual faculty to design, complete, and present an honors project within their established area of interest. Topics dependent on faculty and student interest. Prerequisite: Admission into Honors Program or instructor’s permission.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Trace a particular problem, theme, or subject chronologically and conceptually using interdisciplinary methods and theories to identify levels and mode of theoretical analyses appropriate to understanding. [EXPLORE]
    2. Conduct and synthesize in-depth research using currently available tools and resources with a higher order emphasis on primary texts, data sets, and current journal articles and/or field research. [REASON]
    3. Compare the views of different figures, groups, time periods, regions, cultures, and theoretical points of view when appropriate. [EXPLORE]
    4. Express their findings in formal/informal writing, classroom discussions, the development of seminar and presentation materials, poster sessions, and conference presentations. [COMMUNICATE]
    5. Use findings to affect the community (however defined) by publishing, informing service learning, assisting community partner in policy design. [ACT]

Horticulture
  

  • HORT 102 - Horticulture Plant Science


    4.0 Credits
    Plants: how do they function, what are they made out of, why are they known by such unusual names? The answers to these questions and more will be presented in this botany for gardeners class.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Name, define, and describe the major subject areas which comprise the science and art of horticulture. [REASON]
    2. Name and describe the general morphology and internal anatomy of flowering vascular plants (Angiospermae). [REASON]
    3. Define and describe the basic rules and utility of taxonomic nomenclature, the most often used taxonomic ranks, and the importance of classification systems. [REASON]
    4. Define and describe in general terms the concepts associated with the horticultural physiology and cultivated ecology of plants and their application in horticultural practice. [REASON]
  

  • HORT 103 - Horticulture Tools and Equipment


    2.5 Credits
    Identification, selection, maintenance and safe use of tools and equipment common to the landscape and nursery industries. Safety issues such as hearing, skin and eye protection, lifting-warm-up exercises, and fuel transportation are included.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Define and describe the appropriate hand tools, equipment and protective apparel used in the horticulture industry. [REASON]
    2. Describe and define the periodic maintenance, basic tune-up, transport and storage procedures for horticulture tools, equipment and small engines. [REASON]
    3. Describe proper safety procedures for loading and utilizing common horticulture tools and equipment. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HORT 106 - Broadleaf Plant Identification


    5.0 Credits
    Learn to recognize the principal broadleaf evergreens used in Northwest gardens along with their culture and use. Be prepared to arrive and depart from fieldtrip sites on your own.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Recognize the commonly used broadleaved evergreens of Pacific Northwest gardens by their scientific (Latin) name, including family affiliation, and common name. [REASON]
    2. List the regions of origin and cultivation requirements of the plants under study. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HORT 107 - Conifer Plant Identification


    4.0 Credits
    Learn to recognize the principal coniferous trees and shrubs used in Northwest gardens along with their culture and use. Be prepared to arrive and depart from fieldtrip sites on your own.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify the commonly used coniferous trees and shrubs used in the Pacific Northwest by scientific name, family affiliation, and common name. [REASON]
    2. List the regions of origin and cultural requirements of plants under study. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HORT 108 - Deciduous Plant Identification


    5.0 Credits
    Learn to recognize the principal deciduous, flowering trees and shrubs used in Northwest gardens along with their culture and use. Be prepared to arrive and depart from fieldtrip sites on your own.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Recognize the commonly used deciduous, flowering trees and shrubs of Pacific Northwest gardens by their scientific name, family affiliation, and common name. [REASON]
    2. List the regions of origin and cultivation requirements of plants under study. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HORT 109 - Soils and Plant Nutrition


    5.0 Credits
    Soils of Puget Sound including their chemical, physical and mechanical properties. Native soils, commercial mixes, soil testing, soil amendments and application rates are covered with a sustainable focus.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Analyze, synthesize, integrate and evaluate information about the relationships between soil, water and plants in order to provide various solutions for common water issues. [REASON]
    2. Apply appropriate tools, techniques and technology (including field and lab examination of soil properties, soil analysis, and observed plant symptoms) to determine nutritional needs for successful growing of nursery and landscape plants. [REASON]
    3. Use appropriate tools, techniques and technology to calculate amounts of soils, mulches, amendments and fertilizers needed in various nursery and landscape situations. [REASON]
    4. Demonstrate knowledge of local soil formation and soil types that facilitates development of sustainable soil management and conservation practices in the Puget Sound. [ACT]
    5. Demonstrate knowledge about soil biology (organic matter, microorganisms, and macroorganisms) and its importance in creating healthy sustainable soil ecosystems. [ACT]
  

  • HORT 110 - Pest Management Principles and Chemical Safety


    2.0 Credits
    Introduction to the basic tenets of pest management, pesticide safety, and proper use of equipment. State license testing is required at an additional cost dependent upon type of test. Prerequisite: Placement in BRDGE 093  or EAP 121  or higher and MATH 080  or higher.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. List and describe the basic tenets of pest management. [REASON]
    2. List and describe the principal components of a sustainable pest management program including strategies for pest suppression. [REASON]
    3. Describe the principal types of pesticides and their general uses based on formulation, concentration, and sustainability. [REASON]
    4. Accurately interpret pesticide labels and safety requirements. [REASON]
    5. Calculate site area, formulation volumes, and equipment calibrations based on directions for pesticide use. [ACT]
    6. Pass the Washington State Department of Agriculture pesticide applicators exam. [ACT]
  

  • HORT 116 - Plant Insects


    4.0 Credits
    Insect pests, predators and parasites of Pacific Northwest ornamentals; lifecycles and damages; chemical and biologic control methods with a sustainable focus. Prerequisite: Placement in BRDGE 093  or instructor permission. Students encouraged to have taken HORT 106 , 107 , 108 , and 110 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Analyze, synthesize and integrate information about the major types of pestiferous insects, plant hosts, along with signs and symptoms in order to successfully diagnose a variety of plant problems. [REASON]
    2. Work effectively in groups to evaluate insect-related plant health conditions and recommend control options given a variety of landscape situations. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Apply appropriate tools, techniques and technology to facilitate selection of the least toxic and most sustainable method of control for a variety of common plant diseases. [ACT]
  

  • HORT 117 - Pruning


    3.5 Credits
    Principles of pruning including tools, techniques, timing and special treatment of Pacific Northwest ornamentals. Field experience is stressed, including ladder use. Students must supply their own by-pass hand pruners, folding saw, and rain gear.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Analyze, synthesize and integrate information from multiple perspectives (lecture, reading and field practice) in order to make decisions about how to appropriately prune a variety of common landscape plants in different situations. [REASON]
    2. Work effectively within a group of 3-4 people to analyze a set of plants,explore different pruning options,select a pruning approach and defend the choice. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Demonstrate professional pruning skills and knowledge with appropriate behaviors necessary for employability in the landscape industry. [ACT]
  

  • HORT 118 - Introduction to Plant Pests


    6.0 Credits
    Introduction to the most common disease and insect pests of NW landscapes and nurseries. Focus on diagnosing pest problems and best practice solutions with an Integrated Pest Management approach. Prerequisite: Placement in BRDGE 093  or EAP 121  or higher, HORT 102  or instructor permission. Students encouraged to have taken HORT 106 , 107 , 108 , 109 , and 110 .

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Analyze, synthesize and integrate information about the major types of plant diseases, plant hosts, and symptoms in order to successfully diagnose a variety of biotic and abiotic plant problems. [REASON]
    2. Work effectively in groups to evaluate plant health, identify plant diseases, and recommend control options given a variety of landscape situations. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Apply appropriate tools, techniques and technology to facilitate selection of the least toxic and most sustainable method of disease control for a variety of common plant diseases. [ACT]
  

  • HORT 120 - Landscape Appreciation


    2.0 Credits
    This basic design course explores design elements and principles and their application in landscape design, maintenance, and other fields of horticulture.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Evaluate and apply the elements and principles of design to landscaped spaces. [REASON]
    2. Communicate findings and observations of creative models and processes through written and graphic means. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HORT 131 - Pruning Theory and Techniques


    2.0 Credits
    Principles of pruning including techniques, tools, timing and safety of ornamental trees and shrubs.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Analyze, synthesize and integrate information from multiple perspectives (lecture, reading and demonstration) in order to make decisions about how to appropriately prune a variety of common landscape plants in different situations. [REASON]
    2. Demonstrate professional pruning and safety knowledge with appropriate behaviors necessary for employability in the landscape industry. [ACT]
  

  • HORT 134 - Interior Plants


    3.0 Credits
    Tropical plants used in the home, office, and commercial sites. Information in the care of the most popular species including how to extend their life and vitality. Field trips and hands-on learning in the greenhouse and lab are important parts of the course. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Recognize a variety of tropical plants by scientific name, family affiliation, and common name. [REASON]
    2. Analyze and evaluate tropical plant cultural requirements in order to diagnose and correct plant problems. [REASON]
    3. Demonstrate skills and knowledge for propagating common tropical plants. [ACT]
  

  • HORT 155 - Special Topics


    Maximum of 5.0 possible Credits
    Classes, workshops or seminars of current interest in Horticulture.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate learning objectives as determined by the supervising instructor.
  

  • HORT 160 - Woody Plants for Gardeners


    5.0 Credits
    Interested in learning 250 of the most commonly used woody landscape plants? This class is a primer on trees and shrubs for Northwest gardens. Be prepared to arrive and depart from field sites on your own.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Recognize broadleaved evergreens, coniferous, and deciduous trees and shrubs commonly used in Pacific Northwest gardens by their scientific (Latin) name, including family affiliation, and common name. [REASON]
    2. List the regions of origin and cultivation requirements of the plants under study. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HORT 170 - Fall Garden Practices


    3.0 Credits
    Introduces students to basic landscape installation and maintenance practices for fall, balling and burlapping, lawn and bed maintenance; proper planting techniques. Safe and efficient operation of equipment is stressed. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate safe practices in selection, lifting, transport, handling and cleanup of tools. [ACT]
    2. Demonstrate and describe proper tree and shrub installation. [REASON]
    3. Describe Fall Weed Control methods and techniques. [COMMUNICATE]
    4. Describe Fall bulb planting techniques. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HORT 172 - Spring Garden Practices


    3.0 Credits
    Introduction to basic landscape installation and maintenance practices for spring shrub/tree planting, staking, turf aeration/ thatching, mowing, edging, fertilizing, and more. Safe and efficient operation of equipment is stressed. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate safe practices in selection, lifting, transport, handling and cleanup of landscape tools. [ACT]
    2. Demonstrate and describe proper landscape planting techniques of groundcovers and herbaceous plants. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Demonstrate and describe soil preparation and lay sod. [ACT]
    4. Describe lawn maintenance techniques. [COMMUNICATE ]
  

  • HORT 174 - Landscape Materials


    3.0 Credits
    Selection, use and sizing of materials and plants for landscaping and nursery use. Estimating quantities of materials for typical horticultural applications. Prerequisite: Placement into MATH 080  or higher.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Locate, evaluate and apply information in order to select materials for a variety of landscape and nursery applications. [REASON]
    2. Analyze landscape plans and specifications to determine materials and quantities required for landscape installation and maintenance. [REASON]
    3. Exchange or present information on common materials used in the landscape and nursery industry. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HORT 191 - Horticulture Internship


    1.0 to 5.0 Credits
    Independent training experience at horticultural institutions, businesses, or with professional mentors. Students are directly involved with development of planning of projects and their objectives. S/U grade option. Registration by entry code only.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Fulfill the job requirements of their internship provider. [ACT]
  

  • HORT 192 - Horticultural Careers


    1.5 Credits
    Overview of horticultural careers, industry professionals present career information to familiarize students with career choices, requirements, benefits, and challenges. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Use appropriate tools, techniques and technologies to prepare a self assessment. [REASON]
    2. Analyze, synthesize and evaluate career information presented by green industry professionals. [REASON]
    3. Present information about currently available careers in horticulture through a variety of verbal and written means. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HORT 196 - Introduction to the Nursery and Greenhouse


    3.0 Credits
    Explore greenhouse/nursery operations and basic plant production requirements in a hands-on approach to learning at our College nursery facility. Field trips to commercial operations. S/U grade option. Three additional lab hours per week to be arranged.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate rudimentary skills in greenhouse/nursery facility operation, maintenance, and plant culture including manual irrigation of crops, handling and use of growing medium, fertilizer application, crop transplanting, crop labeling, select techniques in plant propagation, pest monitoring and documentation. [REASON]
  

  • HORT 198 - Individual Project in Horticulture


    1.0 to 5.0 Credits
    Independent study of a student-selected project or approved experience in the field of horticulture. S/U grade option. Prerequisite: Instructor’s permission.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Complete an independent project (research of expression) on a focused area of interest or need. [ACT]
    2. Develop specific concepts or materials relevant to Horticulture industry. [ACT]
    3. Develop, with guidance, a comprehensive approach or activity that supplements practiced skills. [ACT]
    4. Develop, implement, and complete a total project adhering to established procedures and due dates. [REASON]
  

  • HORT 199 - Special Projects


    Maximum of 5.0 possible Credits
    Requires research in areas not specifically covered in other course course work. Note: Credit available with approval. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate learning objectives as determined by the supervising instructor.
  

  • HORT 204 - Ferns and Fern Allies


    2.0 Credits
    Learn to recognize, grow, and propagate an ancient group of plants that predated the dinosaurs, provided their food, and outlived them to become coveted garden plants for people. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify the major genera of ferns and fern allies and their cultural needs. [REASON]
    2. Identify the common pests, diseases and environmental maladies of ferns and suggest remedies. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Describe propagation techniques of ferns in both sexual and asexual methods. [COMMUNICATE ]
    4. Determine and discuss landscape uses and placement of these plants. [REASON]
  

  • HORT 205 - Herbs


    1.0 Credits
    Herbs, their culture and uses, selection of superior forms and considerations of ethnic heritage surveyed with hands-on project of potted herb garden to take home. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify and describe commonly used herbs and their cultural requirements. [REASON]
    2. Describe usage of commonly used herbs for cooking and medicinal purposes. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HORT 207 - Native Plants in the Landscape


    3.0 Credits
    Identify principal native plant communities of Washington State through class work and field trips. Examine cultural requirements and garden attributes. Be prepared to arrive and depart from field trip sites on your own. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. List the principal floristic zones of Washington state. [REASON]
    2. Identify key floristic indicator trees, shrubs and herbaceous plants as well as restorative and garden worthy representatives. [REASON]
    3. Research and analyze the cultural requirements of various native plants. [REASON]
  

  • HORT 210 - Mixed Border Practicum


    3.0 Credits
    Hands-on experience in the management and care of large, mixed herbaceous borders. Class may include seed collection, pruning, soil prep, mulching, weeding, propagation, transplanting, design, and renovation of the borders at Bellevue Botanical Garden.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Describe and follow safe practices in selection, handling, transport and cleanup of landscape tools. [ACT]
    2. Demonstrate and describe sustainable care of shrubs, sub-shrubs, herbaceous plants and vines. [REASON]
    3. Describe and demonstrate propagation of perennials by division. [COMMUNICATE]
    4. Describe and demonstrate effective team skills. [ACT]
  

  • HORT 211 - Spring Flowering Herbaceous Plants


    3.5 Credits
    Spring flowering annuals, bulbs and perennials for Northwest gardens; learn to identify, appreciate and utilize this season’s noteworthy stars as you visit them in a variety of settings. S/U grade option. Prerequisite: HORT 102 . Field trips are an integral part of this class. Be prepared to arrive and depart from the sites on your own.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Recognize spring flowering annuals, bulbs and perennials common in Pacific Northwest gardens by scientific (Latin), common name, and family affiliation. [REASON]
    2. Describe the cultural requirements and landscape uses of the above plants. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HORT 212 - Summer Flowering Herbaceous Plants


    2.5 Credits
    Summer flowering annuals, bulbs and perennials for Northwest gardens; learn to identify, appreciate and utilize this season’s noteworthy stars as you visit them in a variety of settings. S/U grade option. Prerequisite: HORT 102 . Field trips are an integral part of this class. Be prepared to arrive and depart from the sites on your own.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Recognize summer flowering annuals, bulbs and perennials by scientific (Latin), common name and family affiliation. [REASON]
    2. List the cultural requirements and landscape uses of the above plants. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HORT 213 - Fall Flowering Herbaceous Plants


    2.5 Credits
    Fall flowering annuals, bulbs and perennials for Northwest gardens; learn to identify, appreciate and utilize this season’s noteworthy stars as you visit them in a variety of settings. S/U grade option. Prerequisite: HORT 102 . Field trips are an integral part of this class. Be prepared to arrive and depart from the sites on your own.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Recognize fall flowering annuals, bulbs and perennials by scientific (Latin), common name, and family affiliation. [REASON]
    2. List the cultural requirements and landscape uses of the above plants. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HORT 218 - Hedges, Screens and Espaliers


    1.0 Credits
    The selection of plant for hedges and special approaches (espalier, pleaching, etc.). Pruning, renovation, site preparation and planting are covered. A field trip is integral to this class. Be prepared to arrive and depart from the site on your own. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Analyze a site in order to find the best plant available. [REASON]
    2. Evaluate a variety of plants adaptability for hedging. [REASON]
    3. Define the steps needed to prepare an area for planting a hedge. [REASON]
  

  • HORT 221 - Plants in the Landscape


    3.0 Credits
    Not only a review of outside woody plants but also a look at how they can be used in the landscape keeping in mind their environmental tolerances and aesthetic qualities. Successful plant combinations will be explored with on-site visitations. Prerequisite: HORT 106 , 107 , and 108  or instructor’s permission.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Analyze and discuss site conditions that influence plant health. [REASON]
    2. Explore critically and creatively a variety of garden sites for aesthetics and sustainable garden practices. [EXPLORE]
    3. Define and select suitable plants for given sites. [REASON]
  

  • HORT 223 - Japanese Garden Arts


    2.0 Credits
    Exploration of Japanese gardens in reference to the American landscape. Topics discussed include history, design, construction and maintenance. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Define and describe the interaction of a variety of arts and crafts from Japan with the art of garden design. [REASON]
    2. Describe and identify basic design principles within Japanese Gardens. [REASON]
    3. Identify the influence of Japanese Gardens in modern western landscape design. [REASON]
  

  • HORT 224 - Design Presentation


    3.0 Credits
    Provides background training in the creation of a professional level plot plan. Topics include scales, lettering, and layout for a legible plan. Learn basics of selection/elevations and perspective sketching. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Use appropriate tools, techniques and technologies to create landscape plans, section/elevation, one-point perspectives and quick perspective sketches. [REASON]
    2. Communicate results of creative and analytical thought through conventional landscape graphics. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HORT 225 - Unusual Plants for Modern/Gardens


    4.0 Credits
    Observe and learn to utilize many of the best new and unusual woody ornamentals available for the modern garden. Visits to specialty nurseries and area private gardens will be scheduled. S/U grade option. Prerequisite: HORT 102  or instructor permission.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Recognize woody plants introduced to the nursery trade within the last 10 years for use in the Puget Sound landscape. [REASON]
    2. Analyze and evaluate information that defines current trends in the landscape and nursery trade. [REASON]
    3. Exchange or present information and perspectives through written and verbal means about the plants covered in this class. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HORT 226 - Introduction to Rock Plants


    2.0 Credits
    Introduction to cultivation of alpine and rock garden plants in the PNW. Topics include common and rare plants, rock gardening, and alpines in pots. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify common and rare rock garden plants along with their cultural tolerances. [REASON]
    2. Define and describe construction methods of rock gardens. [COMMUNICATE]
    3. Analyze site and design considerations. [REASON]
  

  • HORT 227 - Container Gardening


    3.0 Credits
    Container gardens for effective displays. Soils, drainage, containers, fertilizers, plant combinations, maintenance and preservation practices are considered. Hands on experience included.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Analyze and describe the special growth conditions imposed by containers. [REASON]
    2. Design container combinations suitable for the Pacific Northwest in a variety of sun/shade exposures and design styles. [EXPLORE]
    3. Describe and demonstrate industry accepted practices in container maintenance. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HORT 228 - Field Sketching


    3.0 Credits
    Drawing techniques that will help develop ideas and facilitate designer/client communication. Class will include field trips to area gardens for sketching practice.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Engage in imaginative and critical inquiry to gain sketching skills and interact respectfully through critical and imaginative expression. [REASON]
    2. Use creative and critical processes to compare and contrast a variety of drawing styles. [COMMUNICATE]
  

  • HORT 229 - Plant Propagation


    3.0 Credits
    Hands-on introduction to seed collecting, treatment, germination; handling, preparation, treatment and rooting of cuttings; grafting tools and the preparation of grafts; and a fieldtrip to examine how micropropagation in tissue culture is accomplished. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Correctly identify, properly handle, and successfully process propagules to produce new plants. [REASON]
    2. Recognize and solve rudimentary problems in the plant propagation process. [REASON]
    3. Accurately document the plant propagation process using the vocabulary of propagation and plant nomenclature. [COMMUNICATE]
    4. Make appropriate use of tools, materials, substances, and environments for propagating plants. [ACT]
  

  • HORT 231 - Micropropagation Laboratory


    1.0 Credits
    A hands-on laboratory to prepare and produce plants using micropropagation. Prerequisite: HORT 229  recommended.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Identify and describe each stage of micropropagation. [REASON]
    2. Organize and sanitize a tissue culture work space. [ACT]
    3. Establish propagules in aseptic culture. [ACT]
    4. Multiply developing propagules in aseptic culture. [ACT]
    5. Establish cultured shoots in rooting medium. [ACT]
  

  • HORT 232 - Grafting


    1.0 Credits
    Hands-on laboratory to prepare and graft several kinds of plants to take home. S/U grade option.

    Course Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

    1. Recognize the common types of grafts used in horticulture and be familiar with their horticultural history and purpose. [REASON]
    2. Identify and use the tools and materials necessary to perform successful grafts. [REASON]
    3. Successfully perform cleft, whip and veneer grafts when required. [ACT]
 

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