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ECED 215 Capstone Practicum 2 credits
In this course students will plan and implement a two-week curriculum. Students will work collaboratively with lab partner/lead teacher to create the environment and assess the activity planning.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
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ECED& 105 Intro to Early Childhood Education 5 credits
This course explores the foundations of early childhood education. Students examine theories defining the field, issues and trends, best practices, and program models. In addition students observe children, professionals, and programs in action.
Corequisites: ECED& 120 .
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ECED& 107 Health, Safety and Nutrition 5 credits
In this course students develop knowledge and skills to ensure good health, nutrition, and safety of children in group care and education programs. They learn to recognize the signs of abuse and neglect, responsibilities for mandated reporting, and available community resources.
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ECED& 120 Practicum - Nurturing Relationships 2 credits
In this course students will apply best practices for engaging in nurturing relationships with children. In addition, students will focus on keeping children healthy and safe while promoting growth and development.
Corequisites: ECED& 105 .
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ECED& 132 Infant and Toddlers - Nurturing Caregiving 3 credits
Examine the unique developmental needs of infants and toddlers. Study the role of the caregiver, relationships with families, developmentally appropriate practices, nurturing environments for infants and toddlers, and culturally relevant care.
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ECED& 134 Family Child Care 3 credits
Learn the basics of home/family child care program management. Topics include: licensing requirements; business management; relationship building; health, safety, & nutrition; guiding behavior and; promoting growth & development.
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ECED& 139 Administration of Early Learning Programs 3 credits
In this course students will learn administrative skills required to develop, open, operate, manage and assess early childhood education and care programs. In addition, students will explore techniques and resources available for Washington State licensing and NAEYC standard compliance.
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ECED& 160 Curriculum Development 5 credits
This course is an investigation of learning theory and its relationship to curriculum development for young children. Students will focus on methods for planning and evaluating developmentally appropriate curriculum to facilitate development based on the needs and interest of children.
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ECED& 170 Environments 3 credits
This course focuses on the adult’s role in designing, evaluating, and improving indoor and outdoor environments which ensure quality learning, nurturing experiences, and optimizes the development of young children.
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ECED& 180 Language and Literacy Development 3 credits
This course focuses on teaching strategies for language acquisition and literacy skill development examined at each developmental stage (birth-age 8) through the four interrelated areas of speaking, listening, writing, and reading.
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ECED& 190 Observation and Assessment 3 credits
In this course students will practice collecting and presenting observational data of children, teaching practices, and learning centers in an early childhood setting. Students will also practice reflection techniques, summarizing conclusions, and communicating findings.
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EDUC& 115 Child Development 5 credits
In this course students build a functional understanding of the foundations of child development, prenatal to age eleven. Students observe and document physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of children, reflective of cross cultural and global perspectives.
Prerequisites: ABED 046 , ABED 040 or MATH 070 .
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EDUC& 130 Guiding Behavior 3 credits
In this course students examine the principles and theories promoting social competence in young children and creating safe learning environments. Students also develop skills promoting effective interactions, providing positive individual guidance, and enhancing group experiences.
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EDUC& 136 School Age Care 3 credits
In this course students develop skills to provide developmentally appropriate and culturally relevant activities and care, specifically: preparing the environment, implementing curriculum, building relationships, guiding academic/social skill development, and community outreach.
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EDUC& 150 Child, Family and Community 3 credits
In this course students integrate the family and community contexts in which a child develops. Students also explore cultures and demographics of families in society, community resources, strategies for involving families in the education of their child, and tools for effective communication.
Prerequisites: ABED 046 , ABED 040 or MATH 070 .
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EDUC& 205 Introduction to Education 5 credits
This course provides an introduction to the field of K-12 education, designed to serve the needs of those considering a career in, and those interested in a better understanding of the educational system. This course includes 33 hours of a required, supervised placement in an elementary, middle or high school.
Prerequisites: ABED 046 , ABED 040 or MATH 070 .
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ECON 310 Business Economics 5 credits
Applied microeconomics analysis, although some applied macroeconomic analysis of relevance to the business firm may also be treated. Emphasizes the development of economic tools and concepts that can be used in the firm’s management decision-making process. Builds upon the standard economic analysis of the firm that integrates a company’s revenue, cost, output, and pricing decisions. Marginal and incremental reasoning is stressed as an important decision-making principle.
Prerequisites: Admission to BASTLM program or instructor permission.
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ECON& 201 Micro Economics 5 credits
Examines the market economy including consumer demand, production, exchange, the price system, resource allocation and the role of government in the economy. Students analyze resource and income distribution, assess consumer and business behavior, and evaluate price determination and production cost.
Prerequisites: MATH 098 or MATH 099 , ENGL 100 , or equivalent placement scores.
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ECON& 202 Macro Economics 5 credits
This is an introductory course emphasizing how the markets operate from the big (macro) picture. The course covers measurement of economic performance, national income accounting, aggregate supply and demand, fiscal policy, money creation/Federal Reserve system, monetary policy, inflation and unemployment.
Prerequisites: MATH 070 or ABED 040 , ENGL 092 or ENGL 093 , or equivalent placement scores.
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EDUC 101 Special Topics in ABE/ESL 2 credits
This course is exclusively for faculty/staff in the Adult Basic Education/English as a Second Language program (ESL, ABE, GED). It addresses state mandates and initiatives for Adult Basic Education, program policies, and performance indicators.
Prerequisites: Employee only.
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EDUC 135 Master Advising 1 credits
The Master Advising course provides faculty and staff with the core skills necessary to advise students toward the successful completion of their certificate or degree program and overcome any barriers along the way.
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EDUC 201 Teaching & Facilitating Learning Level I 3 credits
New instructors create a variety of documents used in teaching including syllabi, course schedules, attendance sheets, etc. Student/instructors will gain a working knowledge of the special vocabulary used in the education field. Student/ instructors will design lesson plans, learning activities, and assessments, and gain an understanding of how all teaching and assessment efforts should be aligned to work together toward creating successful teaching.
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EDUC 202 Developing & Reviewing Programs 3 credits
Create, review and/or modify program plans and approve core and support program coursework and assessments working with program advisory committee and accreditation standards.
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EDUC 206 Teaching and Facilitating Learning Level II 3 credits
Instructor-learners will further examine and fine tune multiple modes of instruction beyond those in Level 1.
Prerequisites: EDUC 201 .
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EDUC 211 Planning for Instruction 3 credits
Students plan for the delivery of adult instruction by developing the skills required to create, evaluate or modify a program/course.
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EDUC 215 Best Practices in Distance Learning 3 credits
Faculty learn how to use distance learning tools more effectively to design and develop distance learning courses that deliver the same quality of instruction as the traditional classroom. The pedagogical implications of new technology and tools are emphasized.
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EDUC 216 Assessment as Learning 5 credits
Students will design and develop assessments to be integrated into the learning process, including performance-based and portfolio assessments.
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EDUC 235 Emerging Technologies in Higher Education 2 credits
An exploration of emerging technology tools to enhance learning, collaborative work, and the integration of technology into the curriculum.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
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EDUC 241 Digital Instruction I the Learning Platform 1 credits
This course prepares higher education instructors to build a web-enhanced, blended, or fully online course, using the basic functions and features of an enterprise learning platform, or Learning Management System (LMS). The course introduces good practices for quality design and teaching online.
Prerequisites: Students should currently be teaching or preparing to teach in higher education. Coursework includes activities that require familiarity with online tools, such as web browsers and email.
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EDUC 251 Teaching Practicum I 15 credits
This course is designed to provide opportunities for instructors to enhance their professional skills and instructional practices which follow college guidelines and are in accordance with the Washington State Skill Standards for Professional-Technical Educators.
Prerequisites: Initial certification as a professional-technical instructor and approval by Dean.
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EDUC 252 Teaching Practicum II 15 credits
This course continues to provide opportunities for instructors to enhance their professional skills and instructional practices which follow college guidelines and are in accordance with the Washington State Skill Standards for Professional-Technical Educators.
Prerequisites: EDUC 251 and Initial certification as a professional-technical instructor, approval by Dean.
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Electronics |
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ELEC 110 Introduction to Electronics I (Survey Course) 6 credits
Electronics impacts all of our lives, this complete introduction to basic electricity/electronics principles with an emphasis on hands-on application of theory provides a solid foundation to anyone in the ” high-tech” workforce. A good look into how these electronics products really work.
Prerequisites: MATH 087 and ENGL 093 or instructor permission.
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ELEC 111 Computer Literacy For Electronics Professionals 2 credits
An introductory course, which develops an understanding of basic computer operations as they pertain to the electronics technical professional. Hardware and basic software applications are studied as well as industry specific software applications. Basic computer operations are studied.
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ELEC 113 Career Planning and Leadership I 2 credits
Focus on career objectives for the diverse electronics industry, leadership/ team skills, customer relations, occupational safety, hazardous material regulations, hiring practices and techniques, and workplace ethics unique to the electronics industry.
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ELEC 114 Electronics Testing Processes and Techniques I 2 credits
A practical study of techniques and methods of basic electrical testing and parameter measurement. Component identification, technical methodology and practices that are utilized throughout the electronics industry are studied. Testing emphasis is on portable hand-held electronic test equipment, including VOMs and DMMs.
Prerequisites: MATH 087 , ENGL 093 , or equivalent placement scores, or instructor permission. Corequisites: ELEC 110 .
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ELEC 115 Electronics Manufacturing Testing Techniques I 5 credits
Introduction to techniques and methods of fabrication that are utilized throughout the electronics industry. Basic manual electronic manufacturing techniques, safety procedures, and shop practices and techniques are explored, as well as proper hand tool selection, care and utilization.
Prerequisites: MATH 087 , ENGL 093 , or equivalent placement scores, or instructor permission.
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ELEC 116 Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers 5 credits
Due to industry shift students will be familiarized with PLCs and learn Automated Manufacturing techniques and practices used to keep these machines operational.
Prerequisites: ELEC 110 or instructor permission.
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ELEC 120 Introduction to Electronics II 6 credits
Continuation of the Introduction to Electronics course in which semiconductors circuits both analog and digital electronics are explored. A variety of hands-on lab activities with applications enforce the classroom learning.
Prerequisites: ELEC 110 .
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ELEC 126 Electronics Manufacturing Testing Techniques II 5 credits
Introduction to surface mount techniques and advanced methods of fabrication that are utilized throughout the electronics industry. Basic manual electronic manufacturing techniques, safety procedures and shop practices and techniques are explored, as well as proper hand tool selection, care and utilization.
Prerequisites: ELEC 115 .
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ELEC 130 Electricity & Electronics 6 credits
Fundamentals of physics as it relates to electricity and electronics are studied. Basic DC/AC theory including basic and intermediate circuit identification and analysis are explored.
Prerequisites: ELEC 120 .
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ELEC 137 Introduction to Semi and Analog 5 credits
An introductory study of basic semiconductor theory as it applies to electronics applications. Basic PN junctions through operational amplifier configurations and applications are explored.
Prerequisites: ELEC 130 or instructor permission.
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ELEC 197 Electronics Capstone - Certificate Level 5 credits
All students are required to complete a capstone project prior to graduation as a final check of competency. Details are negotiated between the instructor and student to best fit the students’ individual area of interest within the field. This course is to be taken the final quarter of a certificate program.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
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ELEC 211 Digital Electronics 6 credits
to logic fundamentals, numbering systems, codes, gates, truth tables, DeMorgan’s theorems, basic Boolean theorems, combination logic circuits. The course combines lecture sessions with intensive hands-on lab experiments.
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ELEC 213 Career Plan & Leadership II 2 credits
Continuation of ELEC 113 . Focus on continued development of career objectives for the electronics industry including leadership/team skills, occupational safety, hazardous material regulations, hiring practices and techniques, and workplace ethics.
Prerequisites: ELEC 113 .
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ELEC 214 Troubleshooting Electronic Circuits 4 credits
Covers troubleshooting techniques in a wide variety of circuits found in electronic systems. DC and AC voltage analysis are used to troubleshoot to component level in power supplies, bipolar/FET audio and RF amplifiers, oscillators, and op-amp circuits.
Prerequisites: ELEC 137 or instructor permission.
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ELEC 216 Mechatronics 4 credits
Continuation of SOLID-STATE I. Covers AC analysis of bipolar small-signal transistors, including computer modeling of circuits. DC/AC analysis of large-signal amplifiers is also included. The course combines lecture sessions with intensive hands-on lab experiments.
Prerequisites: ELEC 116 .
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ELEC 217 Data Acquisition & Analysis 5 credits
Course exposes students to data acquisition principles involving monitoring and/or controlling signals with a computer in a scientific, testing, or manufacturing environment. Students gain experience in real-world data acquisition applications.
Prerequisites: ELEC 114 , ELEC 137 .
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ELEC 221 FCC/CET Preparation 1 credits
This course is designed to aid the electronics student to pass the FCC “General Radiotelephone” license exam (FCC Element I and III). Also covered are topics covered in the CET “Associate” level exam enabling students to be certified by ETA, International. Both the FCC and CET license examinations are offered at Lake Washington Institute of Technology for additional fees. See instructor for details.
Prerequisites: ELEC 224 or instructor permission.
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ELEC 223 Communication Electronics 5 credits
This course is an introduction to electronic communications covering topics on electrical noise, AM/FM modulation and demodulation techniques, transmission lines, electromagnetic wave propagation, antenna systems, and basic fiber optic techniques. The course combines lecture sessions with intensive hands-on lab experiments.
Prerequisites: ELEC 225 .
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ELEC 224 Electronic Circuits 5 credits
Course covers DC/AC analysis of basic FET devices with DC/AC amplifier analysis and a study of the thyristor family. Computer modeling of FET amplifiers is used to enhance understanding. Also includes a study of frequency effects on amplifier operation, and a study of oscillator and regulated power supply circuits. This course teaches to the global outcome of Information and Technical Literacy.
Prerequisites: ELEC 137 or instructor permission.
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ELEC 225 Linear Circuits 5 credits
Course covers basic and advanced topics on differential amplifiers and op-amp IC circuits. Op-amp negative feedback is covered. Also includes the study of several selected linear and non-linear op-amp circuits, including active filters.
Prerequisites: ELEC 224 or instructor permission
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ELEC 226 Introduction to Automation/Electomechanical 4 credits
Operation and maintenance of an Automated Manufacturing Cell is explored, with plenty of hands on experience.
Prerequisites: ELEC 216 .
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ELEC 232 Digital Electronics Lab 6 credits
Students apply previously studied theory and circuits in the planning, development and prototyping of a digital system. The digital system developed will have a direct application to an identified branch of the electronics industry.
Prerequisites: ELEC 211 and ELEC 237 or instructor permission.
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ELEC 233 IPC-A-610 Certification Program 5 credits
Attain this coveted industry based Electronics certification. This training and certification has immediate recognition, legitimacy and value throughout the electronics industry. This certification will demonstrate your commitment to customer requirements and greatly assist any company dedicated to ISO-9000 or other quality assurance initiatives.
Prerequisites: ELEC 126 or instructor permission.
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ELEC 234 IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certification Program 5 credits
Attain this internationally recognized industry based Electronics certification that has immediate recognition, legitimacy and value throughout the electronics industry. This certification includes many aspects of cable and harness fabrication. Candidates must meet IPC requirements to attain certification. Students are required to pass the IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification to receive a passing grade.
Prerequisites: ELEC 126 or instructor permission.
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ELEC 236 Programmable Logic Controllers 5 credits
Course explores many aspects of PLC’s in an easy-to-understand manner. Review of basic digital concepts and progresses to system level applications. Testing procedures and operational aspects of PLC equipment and systems are explored.
Prerequisites: ELEC 232 or instructor permission.
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ELEC 237 Intro to Microprocessors & Microcontrollers 5 credits
Introduces the microcontroller and its applications. Students learn how to program, analyze, troubleshoot, interface, and design electronic systems based on micro-technology, including industrial, consumer, and microcomputer systems.
Prerequisites: ELEC 211 .
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ELEC 239 Printed Circuit Board Layout and Design 6 credits
Introduction to Printed Circuit Board Layout and Schematic capture. Students will modify and create libraries from part datasheets and use them to create schematics and layout PCB’s for various circuits.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
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ELEC 297 Electronics Capstone, Degree Level 4 credits
Capstone course for 200 Level electronics classes and degrees. All students are required to complete a capstone project prior to graduation as a final check of competency. Exact details are negotiated between the instructor and student to best fit the students’ individual area of interest within the field. This course is to be taken the final quarter of a degree program.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
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ENG 131 Materials and Manufacturing Processes 5 credits
An introduction to engineering material properties such as yield stress, elasticity and conductivity; characteristics of commonly used materials such as steel, aluminum and plastic; and manufacturing techniques appropriate to these and other materials.
Prerequisites: ENGL 093 .
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ENG 132 Mechanics - Statics and Dynamics 5 credits
This course is designed to provide a thorough grounding in statics (the study of objects in a state of equilibrium or rest) and dynamics (the study of objects in motion).
Prerequisites: ENG 131 MATH 087 or equivalent placement score. Corequisites: ENG 135.
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ENG 133 Electrical Circuits 5 credits
This course covers circuit analysis - both DC and AC - applicable to a wide range of engineering problems, and is the basis for the study of more advanced topics in electrical engineering and electronics.
Prerequisites: ENG 132 .
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ENG 134 Electronic Systems 5 credits
This course covers analog and digital applications, and looks at two common forms of electronic systems - amplifiers and microprocessors.
Prerequisites: ENG 133 .
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ENG 199 Engineering Technology Independent Study 1-6 credits
A theoretical and/or experimental investigation into a research or design topic related to engineering technology. Students meet in person with an instructor and agree to an appropriate course of study to conduct an independent investigation of an industry-related problem.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission. Students registering for independent study must submit, at or before registration, a description and timetable for completion, signed by both the instructor supervising the independent study and the student.
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ENG 221 Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer 5 credits
This course provides an understanding of how fluids behave; and will cover the three methods of heat transfer commonly found in engineering systems - conduction, convection, and thermal radiation.
Prerequisites: ENG 134 , MATH 099 or equivalent placement score.
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ENG 222 Engineering Design 5 credits
This course introduces the stages of the design process, and exposes students to CAD (computer-aided design), CAE (computer-aided engineering), and EDA (electronic design automation) tools.
Prerequisites: ENG 221 .
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ENG 290 Engineering Technology Capstone 5 credits
Students may choose to complete a capstone project prior to graduation as a final check of competency. Details are negotiated between the instructor and the student to best fit the student’s individual area of interest within the field.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
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ENG 299 Engineering Technology Independent Study II 1-6 credits
A theoretical and/or experimental investigation into a research or design topic related to engineering technology. Students meet in person with an instructor and agree to an appropriate course of study to conduct an independent investigation of an industry-related problem.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission. Students registering for independent study must submit, at or before registration, a description and timetable for completion, signed by both the instructor supervising the independent study and the student.
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ENVS 321 Environmental Health 5 credits
This course investigates the role of environment in personal and population health. Includes investigating current environmental public health issues and topics in environmental health sciences (threshold, toxicology, risk assessment). Includes overview of global health threats such as climate change, pollution, food supply issues, etc.
Prerequisites: Admission to the BASPH program or instructor permission.
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ENVS& 101 Introduction to Environmental Science 5 credits
Discusses the effects of human activity on changing ecosystems, energy flow, sustainability, pollution, and natural cycles. Content also deals with water and wastewater treatments, air pollution, and solid waste treatment and disposal technologies. Includes laboratory.
Prerequisites: ENGL 093 , MATH 090 or instructor permission.
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ENGL 065 Spelling Improvement 1-2 credits
In this course students will work with an instructor to complete an independent self-study program designed to improve spelling proficiency. This course will help students sound out new words by applying basic phonic principles, provide practice in applying four basic spelling rules, and introduce techniques for memorizing words that are not spelled entirely by sound. Individual instruction and testing will be given on all the major rules and concepts in this course.
Prerequisites: ASC instructor permission.
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ENGL 067 Vocabulary Development 1-3 credits
In this course students will work with an instructor to complete an independent self-study program designed to increase their vocabulary. This course will help students learn new words through the application of basic learning principles, context cues, association, and inference. Vocabulary Development carefully leads the student from easier to harder words, exercises and quizzes. Individual instruction and testing will be provided throughout the course.
Prerequisites: ASC instructor permission.
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ENGL 092 Reading Improvement 5 credits
This course presents reading strategies and techniques to improve understanding of written materials. Instruction is provided in reading rate and comprehension, vocabulary development, and paragraph writing. The skills developed in these courses are prerequisite to ENGL 100 .
Prerequisites: ABED 046 , or equivalent placement score, or instructor permission.
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ENGL 093 Beginning English 5 credits
Instruction in basic sentence grammar and the essentials of writing sentences and paragraphs; an introduction to essays. Review of study skills necessary for college success also provided.
Prerequisites: ABED 046 or equivalent placement score.
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ENGL 093A Writing Improvement 5 credits
This course presents basic sentence grammar, the essentials of writing sentences and paragraphs, and an introduction to essays. 093A is intended for native speakers of English. ENGL 093B is intended for non-native English Speakers. The skills developed in these courses are prerequisite to ENGL 100 .
Prerequisites: ABED 046 or equivalent placement test score or instructor permission.
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ENGL 093B Beginning English - ESL 5 credits
This course presents basic sentence grammar, the essentials of writing sentences and paragraphs, and an introduction to essays. ENGL 093A is intended for native speakers of English. 093B is intended for non-native English speakers. The skills developed in these courses are prerequisite to ENGL 100 .
Prerequisites: ABED 046 or equivalent placement test score or instructor permission.
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ENGL 095 Language Mechanics 1 credits
Covers language mechanics, including capitalization, grammar and usage, punctuation, and spelling.
Prerequisites: Appropriate placement score.
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ENGL 096 The Grammar of Writing 1 credits
Covers more advanced grammar and writing skills, including a review of language mechanics, plus proper language usage, sentence structure, and an introduction to clear writing and paragraphs.
Prerequisites: ENGL 095 or equivalent placement score.
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ENGL 097 Reading Comprehension 1 credits
Covers reading skills, including vocabulary building, word knowledge, and reading comprehension.
Prerequisites: ENGL 095 , ENGL 096 , or equivalent placement score.
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ENGL 098 Textbook Reading 2 credits
This course is designed for students who want to improve their ability to follow directions and understand the materials they read for both technical and academic work at a college level. Students currently taking ENGL 100 or ENGL& 101 will find additional support for their reading improvement in this course.
Prerequisites: ENGL 092 , and ENGL 093A or ENGL 093B ; or equivalent placement score.
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ENGL 100 Intro to Essay Writing 5 credits
This course presents grammar and paragraph review and instruction in writing thesis-driven essays. Students will write a minimum of 3500 words of finished composition during the quarter.
Prerequisites: ENGL 092 , or ENGL 093A or ENGL 093B , or equivalent placement scores.
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ENGL 108 Technical Editing 5 credits
Editorial skills needing for revising scientific/ technical writing and visual content by checking grammar, sentence structure, clarity and style (for writing) and layout, structure and design (for visual content).
Prerequisites: ENGL 100 .
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ENGL 195 Capstone Project in English 2 credits
The project should demonstrate ideas and techniques learned in previous courses of the technical communication certificate; an accompanying portfolio should include all important projects and be presented orally and electronically.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
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ENGL 335 Technical Writing for Designers 5 credits
Students will learn to convey written technical information in appropriate formats for various audiences. They will learn how to gather information, document sources, edit and format writing, and collaborate in order to produce effective technical communications. An emphasis will be placed on refining research skills.
Prerequisites: Admission to BTAD program or instructor permission.
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ENGL 993 Beginning English 5 credits
Instruction in basic sentence grammar and the essentials of writing sentences and paragraphs; an introduction to essays. Review of study skills necessary for college success also provided.
Prerequisites: ABED 046 or equivalent placement score.
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ENGL 995 Introduction to Essay Writing 5 credits
This course presents grammar and paragraph review and instruction in writing thesis-driven essays. Students will write a minimum of 3500 words of finished composition during the quarter.
Prerequisites: ENGL 092 , or ENGL 093A , or ENGL 093B , or equivalent placement score.
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ENGL& 101 English Composition I 5 credits
Advanced expository writing, reading and evaluating essays, and critical thinking are covered in this course that fulfills the written communication requirement for an AAS degree. Students will write a minimum of 5000 words of finished composition during the quarter.
Prerequisites: ENGL 100 or equivalent placement score.
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ENGL& 102 English Composition II 5 credits
Students learn to write fully documented research papers using critical thinking and reading skills. The class will emphasize logical argumentation from evidence and research skills necessary to collect relevant information. Students will write a minimum of 5000 words of finished composition during the quarter.
Prerequisites: ENGL& 101 .
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ENGL& 111 Intro to Literature 5 credits
This course presents an overview of three important genres of literature: fiction, poetry, and drama. Students will learn and use critical skills to analyze and write about selected works in these genres.
Prerequisites: ENGL 100 or equivalent placement score.
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ENGL& 235 Technical Writing 5 credits
Students will learn to design, format, and produce documents common in business and industry. Emphasis will be placed on efficiently developing accurate, clear, concise, and visually accessible technical communication. Research techniques for technical writing will be introduced.
Prerequisites: ENGL& 101 .
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ENGR 121 Graphic Problem Solving 4 credits
This class focuses on graphic problem solving. Principles and techniques of descriptive geometry and section views are the main subject taught. Students will also learn how to create development patterns. Emphasis is placed on ASME standards.
Prerequisites: ENGR 113 or instructor permission.
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ENGR 122 Engineering Graphics III 4 credits
Fundamentals of engineering graphics including: section views, intersections, developments, and isometric drawing. Emphasis is placed on ASME, DOD and ISO standards.
Prerequisites: ENGR 121 .
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ENGR 123 Applied Dimensioning and Tolerancing 4 credits
This is a more advanced class on dimensioning with an added focus on tolerancing. Students will learn how dimensions relate to the form, fit, and function of the part by the application of linear and geometry tolerancing. ASME and ISO standards are used.
Prerequisites: ENGR 113 or instructor permission.
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ENGR& 111 Engineering Graphics I 4 credits
Fundamentals of engineering graphics including: introduction to equipment, terminology, media, line conventions, scaling, sketching, geometric construction, isometric drawing, and basic orthographic projection. Emphasis is placed on ASME and AIA standards.
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ENGR& 112 Engineering Graphics II 4 credits
This course is an introduction to basic dimensioning techniques using mechanical orthographic, architectural plans, and civil plat drawings. Students will create manufacturing and construction drawings using industry level dimensioning techniques relating to mechanical architectural and civil disciplines applying ASME and AIA standards. This course also introduces the concepts of 2D and 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD) and its application to engineering drawing. MATH 087 or MATH 090 (as pre or corequisite), ENGR& 111 (as a pre or corequisite), or instructor permission.
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ENGT 101 Engineering Introduction and Orientation 2 credits
Overview and survey of a cross-section of engineering fields. Includes an introduction to all phases of engineering graphics technology, role of the technician in industry, and career survey.
Prerequisites: ABED 046 and ABED 040 or MATH 070 .
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ENGT 105 Engineering Computer Applications 2 credits
This is an introduction to the use of personal computers and file management specific to the engineering environment. Course will include hands-on experience with Windows, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, plus various basic programs as they relate to graphic programs.
Prerequisites: ABED 046 and ABED 040 or MATH 070 .
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ENGT 108 Introduction to Drafting 4 credits
Fundamentals of drafting including: sketching techniques, orthographic projection, layout techniques and dimensioning. This is a basic course for non-engineering graphics majors.
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ENGT 131 AutoCAD I 4 credits
An introductory course in Computer Aided Drafting and Design using state of the art software. Emphasis is placed on using the basic commands such as coordinate system, editing, screen, text, and dimensioning commands.
Prerequisites: ENGR 113, or instructor permission.
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ENGT 132 AutoCAD II 4 credits
An advanced course in Computer Aided Drafting and Design. This is a 2D class that has its focus on architectural, civil, and mechanical scaling for engineering drawings.
Prerequisites: ENGT 131 (pre or corequisite) or instructor permission.
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