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2017-18 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

Quarterly credit schedules are available in advance to help students plan class schedules and include days, times, locations and instructors for each class being offered.

& = Common Course Identifier
 

History

“Academic Concentration in History”

Students pursuing an Associate in Arts and Sciences Degree can earn an Academic Concentration in History notation on their transcript by completing 20 credits in History (earning a grade of “C-“or better in each course) from a focused list of courses, and completing an Application for Academic Concentration in History, signed by the History Program Chair. Students should complete 20 credits in History as follows:

  1. One course in United States History (5 credits) from the following: HIST 146 , HIST 147 , or HIST& 14
  2. One course in World History (5 credits) from the following: HIST 101 , HIST 102 , HIST 103 , HIST 120 
  3. One thematic History course (5 credits) from the following: HIST 185 , HIST 205 , HIST 210 , HIST 212 , HIST 214 , HIST 245 , HIST 246 , HIST 250 , HIST 261 , HIST 280 
  4. One additional course (5 credits) from either category 2 (World History) or category 3 (thematic History course), but not category 1 (United States History)
  

  • HIST 120 - Global History

    5 CR

    Same as INTST 204 .
    Surveys comparative global history, focusing on the relationships between cultures. Students investigate global developments in religion, law, and technology as well as the rise and fall of empires and cultures. Either HIST 120 or INTST 204  may be taken for credit, not both. Note: May be used as social science or humanities credit, not both, at BC.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze and critically evaluate primary and secondary sources.
    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
    • Analyze the origins, influences and contributions of major world civilizations, cultures, and religions.
    • Identify and assess the causes and consequences of the major economic, social, political, religious, and cultural developments in world history.
     


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  • HIST& 146 - US History I

    5 CR

    Surveys the history of North America in the colonial era. Topics include the establishment of European colonies, relations between colonists and Native Americans, the development of slavery, economic and social developments, the relationship with the British Empire, the Revolutionary War, and the emergence of the U.S. Note: May be used as social science or humanities credit, not both, at BC.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze and critically evaluate primary and secondary sources.
    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
    • Articulate a comparison of the differences in the political, economic, and social development of the New England and Southern colonies.
    • Articulate the influence of gender, class, and race on historical developments in colonial society.
    • Evaluate the significance of European settlement patterns, economic developments, and imperial policies on colonists, Native Americans, and African Americans.
    • Identify and assess the causes and consequences of major political, economic, social, and cultural developments in colonial North America.


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  • HIST& 147 - US History II

    5 CR

    Surveys the history of the U.S. from the ratification of the Constitution to the end of the nineteenth century. Topics include Native American-white relations, slavery, territorial expansion, the Civil War, and economic, social and political developments. Note: May be used as social science or humanities credit, not both, at BC.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze and critically evaluate primary and secondary sources.
    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
    • Articulate the influence of gender, class, and race on historical developments in U.S. society over the course of the nineteenth century.
    • Evaluate the significance of slavery, industrialization, and territorial expansion in shaping the United States in the nineteenth century.
    • Identify and assess the causes and consequences of major political, economic, social, and cultural developments in the United States during the nineteenth century.


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  • HIST& 148 - US History III

    5 CR

    Surveys the history of the U.S. during the twentieth century. Topics include reform movements, the world wars, the Cold War, Civil Rights activism, feminism, and economic, social and political developments. Note: May be used as social science or humanities credit, not both, at BC.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze and critically evaluate primary and secondary sources.
    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
    • Articulate the influence of gender, class, and race on historical developments in U.S. society over the course of the twentieth century.
    • Identify and assess the causes and consequences of major economic, social, political, and cultural developments in the United States during the twentieth century.
    • Evaluate the causes and significance of the rise of the United States as a global power over the course of the twentieth century.


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  • HIST 150 - African American History

    5 CR

    Surveys the history of African Americans from the slave trade to present. Topics include African origins, construction of racial identity, slavery, emancipation, formation of post-emancipation communities, war and migration, the Harlem Renaissance, and civil rights activism. Note: May be used as social science or humanities credit, not both, at BC.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze and critically evaluate primary and secondary sources. 
    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 
    • Analyze the social, economic, political, and cultural variables that have shaped African American communities in slavery and freedom. 
    • Evaluate factors that contributed to the construction of race and racial identity within the United States. 


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  • HIST 185 - History of Latin America

    5 CR

    Survey of the social history, political development, and cultural contributions of Latin America. Topics include ancient indigenous civilizations of Central and South America, Spanish and Portuguese colonization, revolutions for independence, the building of nation-states, ethnic diversity, and present-day patterns of migration and globalization. Note: May be used as social science or humanities credit, not both, at BC.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze and critically evaluate primary and secondary sources.
    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
    • Evaluate the significance of the major political events and cultural figures across Latin America’s colonial and national periods.
    • Analyze the connection between immigration, globalization, economic policies, and political turmoil in contemporary Latin America.
    • Compare the development of racial, ethnic, class, and gender identity categories during Spanish colonial Latin America and independent nation-states of Latin America.
    • Recognize and identify the causes and consequences of the Mexican Revolution.
     


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  • HIST 194 - Special Topics in History

    1-10 CR

    Covers supplementary or unusual classes related to the field. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

    Course Outcomes
    • Special topic course. Course outcomes dependent upon quarterly topic.


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  • HIST 195 - Special Topics in History

    1-10 CR

    Covers supplementary or unusual classes related to the field. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

    Course Outcomes
    • Special topic course. Course outcomes dependent upon quarterly topic.


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  • HIST 196 - Special Topics in History

    1-10 CR

    Covers supplementary or unusual classes related to the field. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

    Course Outcomes
    • Special topic course. Course outcomes dependent upon quarterly topic.


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  • HIST 197 - Special Topics in History

    1-10 CR

    Covers supplementary or unusual classes related to the field. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

    Course Outcomes
    • Special topic course. Course outcomes dependent upon quarterly topic.


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  • HIST 198 - Seminar in History

    1-10 CR

    Includes seminars, workshops, etc., for which college credit is offered.

    Course Outcomes
    • Seminar and workshop course. Course outcomes dependent upon quarterly topic.


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  • HIST 199 - Individual Studies in History

    1-10 CR

    Covers directed readings, special projects, and independent study by an individual student. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Individual study course. Course outcomes dependent upon topic selected by student and teacher.


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  • HIST 205 - History of World War II

    5 CR

    Explores the causes and consequences of World War II. Topics include the major political, social, economic, military, environmental, technological, and cultural aspects of the broad history of World War II in the period from the end of World War I to the end of World War II and the beginning of the cold War. Note: May be used as social science or humanities credit, not both, at BC.

    Recommended: Completion of ENGL 101 .
    Course Outcomes
    After taking this course, students should be able to: - Evaluate and understand the causes and consequences of the war in their historic context. - Describe key developments and issues - political, social, economic, military, environmental, technological, and cultural - in the broad history of World War II by applying academic tools of historical analysis. - Analyze and articulate the historic experiences of a variety of participants from a range of nations involved in the conflict, including civilians, military personnel, workers, women, minority groups, etc. in their historical contexts. - Critically analyze a range of primary and secondary sources relevant to the history of World War II and produce interpretations of the war’s history based on that analysis of evidence.


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  • HIST 207 - Introduction to Intellectual History

    5 CR

    Surveys the major currents of modern western thought. Students examine assumptions and ideas about the nature of the cosmos and humanity before and after the Reformation. Topics include the Scientific Revolution, the Enlightenment, 19th-century ideologies, and the philosophical crisis of the 20th century. Note: May be used as social science or humanities credit, not both, at BC.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze and critically evaluate primary and secondary sources.
    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
    • Evaluate the significance of the role played by great modern thinkers in creating the intellectual climate of the contemporary world.
    • Define the role of ideologies in changing the modern political and cultural landscape.
     


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  • HIST 209 - History of Christianity

    5 CR

    Explores the beginnings of the Christian church, the impact of Christian teaching and organization on the West, and the challenge of other religions and philosophies. Traces the spread of Christianity in the non-Western world and assesses its role in American culture in the modern era. Note: May be used as social science or humanities credit, not both, at BC.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze and critically evaluate primary and secondary sources.
    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
    • Evaluate the political, economic, social, religious, and cultural contexts of the development of Christianity.
    • Compare Christianity’s central teachings and status in society with those of other religions.
    • Recognize and identify how Christian thinkers have responded to social needs, political realities, and philosophical challenges.


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  • HIST 210 - History of Modern Asia

    5 CR

    Examines the roles of China, India, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia in 20th century economic, political, and cultural affairs. Topics include the region’s cultures and its emergence from the age of colonial rule to modern independent states. Note: May be used as social science or humanities credit, not both, at BC.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze and critically evaluate primary and secondary sources.
    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
    • Evaluate the significance of nineteenth-century imperialism, twentieth-century global conflicts, the emergence of independent nation-states, and modernization in Asian history.
    • Recognize and identify the causes and consequences of conflicts confronting Asian nations in the contemporary world.
    • Identify and assess the causes and consequences of the major economic, social, political, and cultural developments in Asian history.


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  • HIST 211 - History of Ancient Rome

    5 CR

    Explores the military, political, and economic factors behind the rise of Rome. Topics include the development of Roman legal and social systems, the role of slavery, conquest and expansion, transition from republic to empire, the Roman military, the rise of Christianity, and the eventual fall of the empire. Note: May be used as social science or humanities credit, not both, at BC.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze and critically evaluate primary and secondary sources.
    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
    • Identify and assess the causes and consequences of the major economic, social, political, religious, and cultural developments in Roman history.
    • Analyze the causes and consequences of the development and eventual decline of the Roman Empire.


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  • HIST 212 - Sport in America: A Social History

    5 CR

    Surveys the role of sports in American society. Topics include the historical development of games and sports, with an emphasis on the intersections between organized sports and American society and culture. Note: May be used as social science or humanities credit, not both, at BC.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze and critically evaluate primary and secondary sources.
    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
    • Articulate the evolution of sports from the ancient world, through the colonial era, and to the present.
    • Recognize and identify elements of American culture, politics, and socio-economic factors implicit in the development of sporting/athletic endeavors.


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  • HIST& 214 - Pacific Northwest History

    5 CR

    Surveys major historical developments in the Pacific Northwest from the late 1700s to the present. Examines relations between whites, Native Americans, and other groups, changing relationships between people and the environment, and relations between the region and international and national political, economic and social developments. Note: May be used as social science or humanities credit, not both, at BC.

    Course Outcomes
     
    • Analyze and critically evaluate primary and secondary sources.
    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
    • Analyze the changing relationships between various groups of people and cultures in the region and between the region’s environment and its inhabitants.
    • Identify and assess the causes and consequences of the major economic, social, political, and cultural developments in the region’s history and the connections between the region, nation, and the world.


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  • HIST 223 - History of Russia & Eastern Europe 1500 to Pres

    5 CR

    Surveys the social, political, and economic history of Russia and Eastern Europe from 1500 to the present, with special emphasis on Russia from the early-modern to the modern period. Note: May be used as social science or humanities credit, not both, at BC.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze and critically evaluate primary and secondary sources.
    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
    • Evaluate the importance of pivotal figures in Russian history.
    • Evaluate the significance of Russian imperialism, the 1917 Revolution, Soviet foreign policy, and the fall of the Soviet Union.
    • Identify and assess the causes and consequences of the major economic, social, political, and cultural developments in Russian and Eastern European history.


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  • HIST 230 - Revolutions in the Modern World

    5 CR

    Same as POLS 230  (prev POLSC 230).
    Studies the forces that produce significant changes in a nation’s social, economic, or political ideas and institutions. Students analyze “revolutions” such as those in England, America, France, Russia, and China. Either HIST 230 or POLS 230  may be taken for credit, not both. Note: May be used as social science or humanities credit, not both, at BC.

    Course Outcomes
    • Define the concept of revolution and differentiate between revolutionary and reform movements. Analyze multiple perspectives of the causes and consequences of historically significant revolutionary movements.
    • Use the comparative method as an analytical tool to better understand the similarities and differences between historically significant revolutionary movements.
    • Critically analyze primary and secondary sources of historical information.
    • Use historical examples to demonstrate the significance of the past in shaping the present. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.


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  • HIST 236 - History of Australia

    5 CR

    Examines the history of Australia from the first human inhabitants 40,000 years ago through the long and difficult process to become the modern continent nation of Australia. Attention is given to the various groups who have migrated to Australia, the exploration and colonization of the continent, the gold rushes and bushrangers, the creation of a federation, and the emergence of the modern Australian nation during the 20th century. Note: Fulfills social science or humanities course requirement, not both, at BC.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze and critically evaluate primary and secondary sources.
    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
    • Compare the cultural distinctions between Australian and American history.
    • Recognize and identify the causes and consequences of the major social, political, cultural, and economic changes in Australian history.


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  • HIST 242 - The Age of Exploration & Discovery

    5 CR

    Examines the role of exploration in world history. Topics include the factors encouraging exploration and discovery from medieval to modern times, as well as the social, environmental, economic, and political results of cultural contact. Note: May be used as social science or humanities credit, not both, at BC.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze and critically evaluate primary and secondary sources.
    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
    • Assess the attitudes, beliefs, and motivations of world societies that have prioritized exploration.
    • Evaluate the significance of the major world figures who undertook exploration, and evaluate the significance of the results of their exploratory endeavors.
    • Recognize and identify the social, political, and cultural consequences of exploration.
     


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  • HIST 245 - The U.S. in World Affairs 1898 to Present

    5 CR

    Examines U.S. relations with the rest of the world since 1898. Topics include external and internal factors influencing foreign policy, the development of an overseas empire, the world wars, the Cold War, the rise to superpower status, globalization, and challenges in the post-Cold War world. Note: May be used as social science or humanities credit, not both, at BC.

    Course Outcomes

    • Analyze and critically evaluate primary and secondary sources.

    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

    • Identify and assess the impact of domestic political, economic, social, and cultural developments on foreign policy in the twentieth century.

    • Compare and contrast the successes and failures of various foreign policies throughout the twentieth century.

     


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  • HIST 246 - History of Immigration to the US

    5 CR

    This course explores the history of immigration to the United States from the colonial period to the present day. It examines the forces shaping immigration, the diversity of immigrant experiences, the legal/policy framework influencing immigration, and the impact of immigration on U.S. society and culture. Note: May be used as social science or humanities credit, not both, at BC.

    Recommended: Completion of ENGL 101 .
    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze and critically evaluate primary and secondary sources.
    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
    • Recognize and identify key developments and issues in the diverse history of immigration to the U.S.
    • Analyze the motivations and experiences of a range of immigrant groups from colonial times to the present.
    • Analyze the influence of diverse immigrant cultures on a variety of aspects of wider U.S. society and culture.


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  • HIST 250 - U.S. Military History

    5 CR

    Surveys the development of the U.S. military from the colonial era to the present. Examines the military’s role in major conflicts, civilian-military relations, and the social, cultural, political, and technological influences on the military’s development. Note: May be used as social science or humanities credit, not both, at BC.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze and critically evaluate primary and secondary sources.
    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
    • Recognize and identify the major conflicts the U.S. military has been involved in and their influence on the military and its personnel.
    • Analyze the influence of social, cultural, political, and technological factors on the U.S. military’s development.
    • Evaluate the causes and consequences of the major developments in the relationship between the military and civilian government.


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  • HIST 261 - The Middle East in the Islamic Era

    5 CR

    Same as INTST 261 .
    Examines the political, social, and cultural history of the Middle East since the 7th century. Topics include the development of Islam, the rise and decline of Islamic empires, and the impact of modernization, the Arab-Israeli confrontation, and Islamic fundamentalism. Either HIST 261 or INTST 261  may be taken for credit, not both. Note: May be used as a social science or humanities credit, not both, at BC.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze and critically evaluate primary and secondary sources.
    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
    • Evaluate the political, economic, social, religious, and cultural contexts of the growth and influence of Islam.
    • Identify and assess the causes and consequences of major economic, social, political, and cultural developments in the history of the Middle East.
     


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  • HIST 280 - History of Africa

    5 CR

    Same as INTST 280 .
    he continent from the origins of the human species to the present. Topics include the rise and fall of ancient kingdoms and civilizations, the impact of the wider world from Greek and Roman times to the 20th century, and Africa’s role in international affairs. Either HIST 280 or INTST 280  may be taken for credit, not both. Note: May be used as social science or humanities credit, not both, at BC.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze and critically evaluate primary and secondary sources.
    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
    • Identify and assess the causes and consequences of major economic, social, political, and cultural developments in the history of Africa.
    • Evaluate the causes and consequences of imperialism and decolonization in Africa.
    • Evaluate the causes of the rise of modern African nationalism and independence movements of the twentieth century.
    • Recognize and identify the causes and consequences of economic, political, and social problems and conflicts which have confronted African nations in the contemporary world.


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  • HIST 294 - Special Topics in History

    1-10 CR

    Covers supplementary or unusual classes related to the field. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

    Course Outcomes
    • Special topic course. Course outcomes dependent upon quarterly topic.


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  • HIST 295 - Special Topics in History

    1-10 CR

    Covers supplementary or unusual classes related to the field. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

    Course Outcomes
    • Special topic course. Course outcomes dependent upon quarterly topic.


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  • HIST 296 - Special Topics in History

    1-10 CR

    Covers supplementary or unusual classes related to the field. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

    Course Outcomes
    • Special topic course. Course outcomes dependent upon quarterly topic.


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  • HIST 297 - Special Topics in History

    1-10 CR

    Covers supplementary or unusual classes related to the field. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

    Course Outcomes
    • Special topic course. Course outcomes dependent upon quarterly topic.


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  • HIST 298 - Seminar in History

    1-10 CR

    Includes seminars, workshops, etc., for which college credit is offered.

    Course Outcomes
    • Seminar and workshop course. Course outcomes dependent upon quarterly topic.


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  • HIST 299 - Individual Studies in History

    1-10 CR

    Covers directed readings, special projects, and independent study by an individual student. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Individual study course. Course outcomes dependent upon topic selected by student and teacher.


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Human Development
  

  • HD 100 - First Year Experience

    1-2 CR

    Develops a better understanding of the learning process and essential academic success skills and abilities. Topics include use of information resources, study skills, learning styles, personal responsibility, career resources, intercultural competence, and development of personal education plan. Mandatory in the first quarter of attendance for first-time-to college students enrolled for 10 or more credits. Course graded credit/no credit only.

    Course Outcomes
    • Know where and how to access support services available at Bellevue College (BC)
    • Understand college vocabulary and BC terminology
    • Identify characteristics of successful students
    • Identify barriers to college success
    • Develop personal strategies for success
    • Understand the importance of diversity in the college environment
    • Know how to register, receive advising, access online advising resources, and plan for their education
    • Establish social connections with cohort
    • Establish academic connections with BC faculty and staff



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  • HD 101 - Healthy Self-Esteem

    1-3 CR

    Explores theory and practice of positive self-image through small-group discussion, self-assessments, and multi-media content. Students focus on understanding their behaviors as a reflection of their self-concept.

    Course Outcomes
    • Define the term self-esteem and summarize factors that influence the development of self-esteem.
    • Explain the important role self-esteem plays in our lives. 
    • Give examples of self-defeating beliefs and behaviors. 
    • Accurately self-assess strengths and capabilities. 
    • Identify ways to enhance self-esteem. 
    • Develop a plan of action to achieve individual goals for personal growth and development. 


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  • HD 103 - International Student First Year Experience

    2 CR

    Provides international students new to the American college system the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the U.S. higher education environment. Required for all newto-American college students enrolled in ten or more credits.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Describe where and how to access support services and activities available at BCC and ISP.
    • Demonstrate use of US college vocabulary and BCC terminology
    • Identify characteristics of successful international students
    • Identify culture shock barriers and other barriers to college success
    • Develop personal goals and strategies for success
    • Clearly follow F-1 visa requirements and stay in status
    • Describe the levels of the US education system and identify how to successfully transfer to a four-year institution
    • Demonstrate the importance of diversity within an American college environment and their role in diversity issues as ISP students
    • Describe how to register, receive advising and access campus resources
    • Establish social connections with cohort of international students
    • Establish academic connections with BCC faculty and staff


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  • HD 110 - Stress Management

    1-3 CR

    Presents methods and benefits of managing stress. Students learn to identify stress, become aware of stress sources, and understand the results of stress in terms of thoughts, feelings, and actions. Students discuss and practice various methods for reducing unwanted stresses.

    Course Outcomes
    • Understand the nature and physiology of stress
    • Recognize the interplay of our mind, body, and spirit
    • Investigate healthy coping strategies for managing stress
    • Cultivate the practice of various relaxation techniques
    • Understand the importance of diet, exercise, and social support
    • Develop and integrate a life stress management plan


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  • HD 112 - Selecting a College Major

    2 CR

    Students select a college major through an orderly, rational approach. Topics include exploring self, making commitments, implementing decisions and possible majors using on-line research as well as small group discussion.

    Prerequisite(s): Recommended 30 college credits.

    Course Outcomes
    • Explore the connection between college learning and the world of work through assessment of personality type, interests, and identificationof skills, abilities and values.
    • Learn about decision-making style and the integral role it plays influencing how you sort through options, and make changes in your life.
    • Identify general areas of college studies, undergraduate academic majors, and how majors relate to interest areas.
    • Develop an understanding of how these interest areas are related to occupations.
    • Develop the tools to decide on a academic major that will assist in setting realistic goals, and developing a plan for putting goals into action.








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  • HD 120 - Learning Strategies for Student Success

    1-5 CR

    Develops skills that support successful college work. Students practice effective study techniques and learning strategies, and explore resources available on campus.

    Recommended: placement in ENGL 089  or above.
    Course Outcomes
    • Describe and implement specific ways to create a successful and satisfying experience in college that are congruent with you your cultural background, learning styles and unique life circumstances
    • Examine personal ideas and decisions regarding issues typically faced by college students that inhibit or promote college success.
    • Apply specific strategies to:
      • Communicate more effectively
      •  Manage time more efficiently
      •  Read textbooks with improved retention
      • Take effective notes
      • Improve on test-preparation and test-taking
      • Improve ability to recall information
      • Prioritize and set goals
      • Overcome procrastination

     


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  • HD 125 - Motivation and Empowerment

    1-3 CR

    Students identify and analyze unique sources of motivation to improve attainment of goals in academic and personal realms of life. Students critically examine their strengths, values, and goals. Students develop tools for taking personal responsibility, and accessing intrinsic sources of motivation to reach their highest potential in school and life.

    Course Outcomes
    • Identify and examine four strengths using the dependable strengths articulation process.
    • Describe how dependable strengths apply to student’s academic goals and personal relationships.
    • Define and apply the definition of “resiliency” to student’s own lived experiences.
    • Compare and contrast intrinsic motivation and extrinsic motivation.
    • Identify one short-term goal and one long-term goal.
    • Critically analyze the quote, “Whatever we focus on becomes our reality,” which is demonstrated in course films and discussions.
    • Critically evaluate language and actions that reflect both Creators and Victim mentalities.
    • Explain what “taking personal responsibilty” means, and apply this concept to academic and/or personal challenges.
    • Develop feasible action plan for short and long term goals


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  • HD 131 - Understanding Personal Relationships

    2 CR

    Explores personal growth through the development of interpersonal skills. Facilitates learning and growth in areas of cultural awareness and appreciation of differences, respectful communication resolution of interpersonal conflict.

    Course Outcomes
    • Demonstrate the qualities necessary in establishing and maintaining interpersonal
      relationships.
    • Achieve an increased awareness of self and be able to appreciate her/his individual uniqueness.
    • Identify successful communication styles and use them appropriately in an effort to function more effectively in interpersonal relationships.
    • Demonstrate how to achieve balance between emotional control and emotional expression.
    • Understand the essential elements of dealing with interpersonal conflict in a constructive manner.
    • Demonstrate some of the processes for identifying and prioritizing values that are essential for establishing a lifestyle with meaning and purpose.
    • Demonstrate an increased awareness of the key elements involved in establishing and maintaining friendships and love relationships.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of learning theory as it relates to relationships with others.
    • Recognize the key qualities essential to change behavior patterns identified by the student as undesirable.
    • Demonstrate an increased awareness in goal-setting skills in order to plan life in the desired direction.


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  • HD 140 - U.S. Race Relations

    2 CR

    Students have the opportunity to critically examine the impact of racism and white privilege in the U.S. Students learn about themselves as racial beings and are taught how to engage in cross-racial dialogues about race and become active change agents in a multicultural society.

    Course Outcomes
    • Describe their own development as a racial being
    • Identify some of their own stereotypes & assumptions about others
    • Recognize dominant culture privilege
    •  Engage in dialogue and sustain conversation through disagreement using guidelines for Courageous Conversations

     


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  • HD 157 - Assertive Communication

    1-3 CR

    Develops awareness of personal communication styles and choices. Students practice skills that enable them to communicate directly and to get their needs met without denying the rights of others.

    Course Outcomes
    • Describe the common issues and perspectives manifesting in assertive, aggressive, and passive-aggressive behaviors.
    • Identify environmental contributors commonly resulting in inappropriate communication styles.
    • Identify irrational beliefs and thoughts that interfere with effective assertive behavior.
    • Identify situations and behavior in which change is both an important and realistic goal.
    • Learn and practice a variety of skills that will enhance assertive behavior and will aid in dealing with stressful interactions with others.
    • Identify personal goals and priorities related to achieving new assertive behavior.





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  • HD 173 - Career Exploration

    1-5 CR

    Presents concepts and skills relating to career planning. Topics include self-assessment (interests, personality, and skills inventory), values, and learning styles; relating careers to educational and training options; researching jobs and careers; and decision-making and goal setting.

    Course Outcomes
    • To increase understanding and knowledge of personal interests, values and skills, and how they relate to career and life choices or To analyze your (a) Personality Orientation, (b) Interests, and (c) Skills/Abilities and how they relate to a career choice
    • To become familiar with the primary sources of occupational information and learn how to apply the knowledge in your career and life decision making
    • To identify what it might take to experience personal satisfaction and fulfillment within and outside of your career
    • To learn how to utilize and access resources on the internet
    • To develop a plan of action that includes short and long term goals in regards to education, life and career planning
    • To analyze the implications for you of changing workplace demographics—for example, more women, minorities, older people
    • To analyze the job market projection in your area(s) of interest and how it fits your plans
    • To gain awareness of potential workplace bias related to: gender, race, class, abilities, etc.


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  • HD 180 - Skills for Navigating College & Career

    2 CR

    Introduce and explore four areas which may be difficult for students: executive functioning, social interaction, self-advocacy and self-regulation. This includes learning to identify strengths and weaknesses, as well as strategies for success.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor, cohort class.


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  • HD 181 - Self-Advocacy

    2 CR

    Expand on information learned in HD 180 : Skills for Navigating College & Career class regarding self-advocacy. Presents concepts and skills related to self-advocacy. Students learn to identify when, where, how and to whom to advocate. Students discuss current community and personal events, and the impact this has on their lives and work.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor, cohort class.


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  • HD 182 - Executive Functioning

    2 CR

    Expand on information learned in HD 180 : Skills for Navigating College & Career class. Explores executive functioning which includes planning, organizing, strategizing, paying attention to and remembering details, and managing time and space. Learn to use strengths to obtain real-life success at school, work and in relationships. Gain a deeper understanding of how one’s executive functioning profile can be an asset in certain tasks and types of work.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor, cohort class.


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  • HD 185 - Managing Career Change

    1- 7 CR

    Assists workforce training students in making career transitions. Module topics are career exploration, job search, education/training orientation, and study skills.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Evaluate their skills, interests and personal characteristics to determine a career direction
    • Compare their own needs, desires and life circumstances against the realities of the job market.
    • Access information on career fields, occupations organizations.
    • Understand the issues involved in making a sound career choice/job decision, including knowledge of the job environment as well as specific tasks involved.
    • Create a plan for the career search or training process.
    • Tap into hidden job market through networking and company research.
    • Create a focused, effective resume that will highlight skills and accomplishments to attract the attention of employers.
    • Utilize self-knowledge and research to prepare for job interviews in order to present themselves effectively in the interview process
    • Recognize and deal with the frustrations of job interviews in order to present themselves effectively in the interview process.
    • Recognize and deal with the frustration of the job search process in order to maintain motivation and self-confidence.
    • Create a specific and effective individualized job search plan.
    • Be placed into the appropriate level of English and Math classes for the training program of their choice.
    • Understand the occupational degree and certificate programs and choose a program of study that they wish to pursue.
    • Understand the enrollment process for the community and technical college system.
    • Identify their primary learning style and develop study techniques to enhance that style.
    • Prepare for and take tests effectively.
    • Read a text book with improved retention and comprehension.
    • Take effective notes in lectures and from reading materials.
    • Manage personal resources such as time and money more efficiently.
    • Access campus and community resources to maximize learning.


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  • HD 190 - Staying on Track

    1-5 CR

    Helps students of color and students from nontraditional backgrounds succeed in college. Students develop skills needed to reach their educational objectives and to enhance their personal and cultural identity.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Comprehend and develop a plan to achieve educational success.
    • Comprehend and identify different learning styles.
    • Understand their own learning style and develop congruent study skills and practices that compliment their own individual style.
    • Analyze and apply (Sedlacek’s eight non-cognitive) factors for educational and career success.
    • Describe specific methods to:
    • Improve ability to recall information.
    • Improve comprehension.
    • Read with improved retention.
    • Prepare for and take tests with improved confidence.
    • Take effective notes.
    • Present clear written and oral reports.
    • Define freedom to include personal time, time for study, work and other things that are important.
    Identify campus resources related to academic divisions, library, admissions, financial aid, registration, health issues, child-care, advising, counseling, Multi-Cultural Services, and Women’s Resource Center.


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  • HD 194 - Special Topics in Human Development

    1-10 CR

    Covers supplementary, self-supporting, or televised courses. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

    Course Outcomes
    • Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.


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  • HD 195 - Special Topics in Human Development

    1-10 CR

    Covers supplementary, self-supporting, or televised courses. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

    Course Outcomes
    • Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.


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  • HD 196 - Special Topics in Human Development

    1-10 CR

    Covers supplementary, self-supporting, or televised courses. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

    Course Outcomes
    • Understand strategic planning and the role of scenario planning in the strategic planning process.
    • Facilitate a scenario planning project.
    • Select an appropriate focal question for a scenario planning project.
    • Explain uncertainties; understand how to identify and prioritize them, and how to place into a strategic planning context.
    • Write a scenario planning narrative, along with “people” profiles for each scenario.
    • Track trends related to future business outcomes.
    • Identify implications for businesses developing and using scenarios.
    • Identify thought leadership topics for a business or market.
    • Read and contribute to the development of a forecast map.
    • Manage stakeholders and project team member expectations and activities in order to drive effective project outcomes.


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  • HD 197 - Special Topics in Human Development

    1-10 CR

    Covers supplementary, self-supporting, or televised courses. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

    Course Outcomes
    • Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.


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  • HD 199 - Individual Studies in Human Development

    1-5 CR

    Covers directed readings, special projects, and independent study by an individual student. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Individual study course. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected between student and teacher.


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  • HD 210 - Leadership Today: Creating a Vision for Tomorrow

    2 CR

    An introduction to the practical leadership skills and tools including leadership assessment, ethical decision-making, conflict resolution team building, and other leadership competencies.

    Course Outcomes
    • Identify leadership principles, qualities and skill in themselves and others.
    • Define and understand the decision-making process.
    • Define and understand four communication types.
    • Identify types of conflict.
    • Establish and create team goals.
    • Know how meetings can be used to effectively solve problems, develop goals, make decisions.


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  • HD 211 - Leadership Today: Building Tools for Tomorrow

    2 CR

    Course covers dealing with difficult people, the art of listening, negotiation, problem solving, and other leadership competencies.

    Course Outcomes
    • Understand and outline “difficult” people types.
    • Demonstrate elements of checking for understanding when listening.
    • Define and apply elements of the negotiation process.
    • Know how to prepare ones self for “selling” an idea.
    • Identify scenarios that involve solving a problem.



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  • HD 212 - Inclusive Leadership

    2 CR

    Leaders must answer the greatest challenge of our times – how should we engage, involve, and inspire those who have different life experiences, values, and world view to create safe, inclusive, and mutually beneficial communities and societies globally?

    Course Outcomes
    • Describe the challenges of Inclusive Leadership.
    • Describe the responsibilities of an inclusive leader.
    • Identify the components of an inclusive community.
    • Identify the steps in creating inclusive change.
    • Take the inclusive leadership theory learned in the classroom and apply it to a project outside the classroom.


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  • HD 215 - Strategic Leadership Listening to the Future

    2 CR

    Leaders create alternative futures for a hypothetical industry case. Covers the analysis of uncertainties and the influence of social, technological, economic, environmental and economic forces leading to a set of scenarios applicable to risk evaluation & competitive positioning, contingency planning and thought leadership.

    Course Outcomes
    Select an appropriate focal question for a scenario planning project Explain uncertainties; understand how to identify and prioritize them, and how to place into a strategic planning context Write a scenario planning narrative, along with “people” profiles for each scenario Track trends related to future business outcomes Identify implications for businesses developing and using scenarios


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Humanities
  

  • HUMAN 194 - Special Topics in Humanities

    1-5 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject supplementing the curriculum.

    Course Outcomes
    Special topics course. Outcomes will vary.


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  • HUMAN 195 - Special Topics in Humanities

    1-5 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject supplementing the curriculum.

    Course Outcomes
    Special topics course. Outcomes will vary.


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  • HUMAN 196 - Special Topics in Humanities

    1-5 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject supplementing the curriculum.

    Course Outcomes
    Special topics course. Outcomes will vary.


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  • HUMAN 197 - Special Topics in Humanities

    1-5 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject supplementing the curriculum.

    Course Outcomes
    Special topics course. Outcomes will vary.


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  • HUMAN 205 - Life & Culture for Study Abroad

    1-5 CR

    Designed to enhance students’ knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of people, culture, and life in other parts of the world, as part of an on-site travel study or travel learning program. Examines the identified subject as a total cultural product that may include history, geography, language, literature, music, art, architecture, religion, politics, etc. Introduces unique cultural aspects within a broad world context and in contrast to American culture and prepares students for a living and learning experience in that culture. Students learning activities may include lecture-discussion-participation, analysis of readings and films, exams, and research projects.


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  • HUMAN 220 - British Life & Culture

    5 CR

    Provides a broad background to promote understanding of British culture and civilization. Takes a historical, social, and cultural approach to analyzing contemporary British society and examines traditions and institutions to give insights into contemporary British life. Students learning activities include lecture-discussion-participation, analysis of readings and films, field trips, site visits and walking tours, exams, and individual and group research and reports.


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  • HUMAN 224 - Australian Life & Culture

    5 CR

    Course enhances students’ knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of the culture and cultural groups of Australia. Examines Australia as a total cultural product, including history, geography, literature, music, art, architecture, religion and politics, and incorporates information about uniquely Australian sub-cultures and the development of a unique Australian civilization within the context of world events. Learning activities include lecture-discussion-participation, analysis of readings and films, exams, and a research project.


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  • HUMAN 230 - Central American Perspectives

    1-5 CR

    Provides a broad background to promote understanding of culture and civilization in Central America. Examines traditions and institutions, takes a historical, social, and cultural approach to analyzing contemporary Central American issues, and gives insights into contemporary life. Students learning activities include lecture-discussion-participation, analysis of readings and films, field trips, site visits and walking tours, exams, and individual and group research and reports.

    Course Outcomes
    • Discuss Indigenous Cultures and their origins.
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the general history and geography of Central America. Describe how and where the Mayan culture currently exists in Central America. Identify current cultural characteristics of the Mayan people.
    • Discuss Ethnic/Class Stratification.
    • Describe the socioeconomic classes, races and ethnicities present in Central America and how they relate to each other. Discuss how these racial/ethnic distinctions may contribute to class stratification, racial/ethnic stratification, and social unrest.
    • Discuss Gender Relations.
    • Be able to discuss women’s and men’s traditional roles in various Central America both historically and currently. Be able to describe how war has changed women’s roles.
    • Discuss Religion and its role in Central American history.
    • Discuss the religious history of the region. Identify the major religions and religious beliefs (indigenous animism, Mayan religion, Catholicism), and the changing religious landscape (i.e. increase in evangelical Christianity).
    • Describe the role of the Catholic Church in social unrest in some Central American countries.
    • Discuss the Environment of Central America.
    • Identify major agricultural products, major exports, major trading partners, climate, topography.
    • Describe how the environment affects the people and culture of Central America.
    • Discuss Globalization, Immigration, Development.
    • Discuss Americanization of the culture of Central America. Identify the major economic sectors in which Central Americans work. Discuss the current level of development in various Central American economies. Identify patterns of immigration/emigration in Central America and discuss how this is affecting Central American culture. Discuss the cultural and economic future of Central America.


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  • HUMAN 294 - Special Topics in Humanities

    1-5 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject supplementing the curriculum.

    Course Outcomes
    Special topics course. Outcomes will vary.


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  • HUMAN 295 - Special Topics in Humanities

    1-5 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject supplementing the curriculum.

    Course Outcomes
    Special topics course. Outcomes will vary.


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  • HUMAN 296 - Special Topics in Humanities

    1-5 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject supplementing the curriculum.

    Course Outcomes
    Special topics course. Outcomes will vary.


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  • HUMAN 297 - Special Topics in Humanities

    1-5 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject supplementing the curriculum.

    Course Outcomes
    Special topics course. Outcomes will vary.


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Information Studies
  

  • INFO 101 - The World of Information

    2 CR

    What do you mean I can’t find that on the Internet? This course explores the many manifestations of information, from print to digital. Explore how information is created, used, and valued. Discover how to ask the right questions and how to find the best resources for your purpose.

    Course Outcomes
    Identify types of information and process of creation Explain how information systems are organized Identify information needs and apply search strategies using appropriate tools Assess the usefulness of different information sources for different purposes


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Information Systems and Information Technology
  

  • ISIT 105 - Problem Solving for the IT Professional

    5 CR

    This course presents a wide variety of strategies to build a person’s problem solving skills towards situations in IT. Students practice creative/lateral thinking techniques and communication skills to approach technical and non-technical problems.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into BAS Information Systems and Technology program, or permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Describe the value of problem solving skills in today’s organizations.
    • Identify and state possible causes of a problem.
    • Articulate problem solving strategies and techniques in relation to organizational problems.
    • Model lateral and vertical thinking techniques to arrive at a solution.
    • Evaluate the both the problem solving process and the effectiveness of the outcome.
    • Use written communication to concisely communicate the problem and solution to an appropriate client.
    • Create and implement a plan to use technology in problem-solving.
     


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  • ISIT 305 - Network Security and Firewalls

    5 CR

    This course covers the skills required to develop a security infrastructure, recognize threats and vulnerabilities to networks, and mitigate those threats. Emphasizes core security technologies, installation, troubleshooting and monitoring of network devices to maintain integrity, confidentiality and availability of data and devices. Includes attack and defense case study. Either ISIT 305 or NSCOM 205 may be taken for credit, not both.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Cyber Security and Systems Administration concentration of the BAS IST program, or permission of the instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Describe common security threats with appropriate countermeasures
    • Implement security on Cisco routers and switches
    • Describe, implement and verify Authorization, Authentication, and Accounting (AAA) on devices
    • Describe and implement secure network management practices
    • Evaluate operational strengths and weaknesses of the different firewall technologies Implement the Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA)
    • Assess the applicability of the different methods used in cryptography
    • Implement an Internetwork Operating System (IOS) Internet Protocol Security (IPSec) site-to-site Virtual Private Network (VPN) with pre-shared key authentication
     


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  • ISIT 320 - Advanced Web Development

    5 CR

    Students learn to develop efficient web applications across multiple browsers. Students will use applicable design principles and protocols, and best practices in creating extensible web applications. Students will use both open source and proprietary technologies to create web sites that incorporate code elements and services from across the Internet.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Application Development concentration of the ISIT program, or permission of the instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze the basic operation of Web Servers, their functionality, configuration, and security.
    • Evaluate active browser pages within the process flow of web pages.
    • Create web applications that are effective and scalable across multiple platforms.
    • Design web applications using appropriate design patterns and application frameworks.
    • Create web applications that leverage commonly used open source packages and components from across the industry.
    • Create web applications that meet appropriate security standards.
    • Analyze the trends and directions of future Web protocols, applications and frameworks.


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  • ISIT 322 - Developing Mobile Applications

    5 CR

    This course prepares students to do mobile application development. Students will learn to design, develop, test, and deploy mobile applications for multiple types of mobile devices in multiple software environments.

    Prerequisite(s): ISIT 320 .

    Course Outcomes
    • Create mobile applications for a variety of mobile devices including phones and tablets
    • Create mobile applications using appropriate object-oriented programming techniques and patterns
    • Create mobile applications that incorporate the capabilities of mobile devices including camera, directional sensors and touch input
    • Create mobile applications that use cloud services
    • Create data-driven mobile applications
    • Use a variety of current design tools, frameworks and languages for mobile application development
    • Apply test-driven development practices for mobile development
    • Deploy mobile applications


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  • ISIT 324 - Software Testing

    5 CR

    This class will present to students practical techniques and strategies to use in overall software testing and quality assurance methodologies. Students will be exposed to testing concepts and how to design, develop and document different kinds of tests.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Application Development concentration of the ISIT program, or permission of the instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Use basic and advanced software testing techniques to design test cases appropriate to a variety of software scenarios.
    • Design test cases for a variety of test types Document testing scenarios then create and execute test cases.
    • Design test cases to test software security.
    • Document testing results accurately and thoroughly.
    • Create automated tests by writing appropriate software code using current testing tools.
    • Differentiate between testing and quality assurance.
     


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  • ISIT 328 - Information Security Essentials

    5 CR

    Introduces concepts and issues related to securing information systems and the development of policies to implement information security controls. Topics include security vulnerabilities, threats and defense measures and legal and ethical issues associated with information security. Students will learn how to recognize and apply secure software development best practices.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Application Development or Business Intelligence concentration of the BAS IST program, or permission of the instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Operate with an awareness of applicable policies, laws and regulations
    • Identify risk and participate in risk mitigation
    • Provide infrastructure, application, operational and information security
    • Apply security controls to maintain confidentiality, integrity and availability
    • Identify appropriate security technologies and products
    • Analyze software threats using a threat modeling process and evaluate mitigation strategies
    • Describe and demonstrate how using a ‘software development process’ can enforce security inclusion in a software project


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  • ISIT 330 - Business Intelligence Applications

    5 CR

    Students learn about Business Intelligence (BI) applications and appropriate application architectures for a variety of scenarios. The benefits of BI and the possibilities for organizational change are discussed. Students use current BI tools to develop realistic solutions. Current trends are discussed as is the growing role of “big data.”

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the BAS Data Analytics program and completion of BUSIT 103 , or admission to the BAS Information Systems and Technology program and completion of ISIT 331 . Students not admitted to either program should contact the program chair for more details.

    Course Outcomes

     
    • Analyze the role of Business Intelligence (BI) in organizations and the components of a BI solution.
    • Evaluate the applicability of various BI solutions for an organization.
    • Evaluate the benefits an organization may derive from various types of BI solutions.
    • Analyze the role of a data warehouse, then create reports using current reporting software tools.
    • Analyze the various types of analytic data repositories and the advantages of each.
    • Create multi-dimensional databases to allow for ease of data analysis then create reports using current reporting software tools.
    • Create interactive data visualizations and analyze data from a variety of sources using current analytic software tools.
    • Analyze the role of performance management in an organization and evaluate the benefits of implementation.


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  • ISIT 331 - Applied Database Concepts

    5 CR

    This course provides an in-depth introduction to relational database concepts, the Structured Query Language (SQL), and relational database programming. Topics include generating the structure of a relational database and relational database design principles. This course provides extensive practical experience with creating, modifying, and querying relational databases.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Business Intelligence concentration of the ISIT program, or permission of the instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    Use client tools to work with a database server Design basic databases according to proper design principles Create databases using Structured Query Language (SQL) commands Create basic and complex SQL queries to retrieve data from a database Create appropriate SQL queries in response to realistic requirements for data and information Create SQL statements to safely and successfully add data to a database or modify existing data in a multi-user environment Write SQL code for the database including database stored procedures Evaluate SQL queries for effective performance


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  • ISIT 332 - Data Warehousing

    5 CR

    Students learn concepts and techniques associated with development of a data warehouse. They learn how to prepare data for consolidation and exchange. Students learn to apply Extract, Transform and Load (ETL) principles and they use current ETL tools. Students practice coding techniques for extracting, cleaning and conforming data.

    Prerequisite(s): ISIT 330 .

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze the role of Data Warehousing in an organization.
    • Plan the activities comprising a data warehousing project.
    • Analyze the role of Master Data Management Plan, analyze, and design for the extraction and consolidation of data from heterogeneous data sources into a data warehouse.
    • Implement the design using current software tools to appropriately clean, conform and load organizational data.
    • Analyze the tasks involved in managing an ETL (Extract, Transform and Load) environment.
     


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  • ISIT 333 - Applied Programming Concepts

    5 CR

    This course provides an in-depth introduction to core programming concepts and the software development process. This course will cover object-oriented programming concepts through extensive “hands-on” practice with an integrated software development tool and a modern object oriented programming language.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Business Intelligence concentration of the ISIT program, or permission of the instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    Plan, design, test and debug an application using an integrated development environment. Create applications that accept and validate user input and perform mathematical and logical computations Design applications according to generally accepted object oriented principles Create applications that appropriately separate functionality into multiple classes based upon design specifications Evaluate code for efficiency and adherence to standards


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  • ISIT 334 - Data Visualization Tools & Techniques

    5 CR

    This course introduces the theory and concepts related to effective display of data with a focus on quantitative data. Students learn the principles of preparing effective visualizations and the tools to create such visualizations. Students use analytic tools to create visualizations.

    Prerequisite(s): ISIT 330 .

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze a variety of data visualization techniques and their applicability to various scenarios
    • Analyze the characteristics of an effective data visualization
    • Select an appropriate visualization technique for a data analysis scenario
    • Create an appropriate interactive visualization for a data analysis scenario using software tools
    • Analyze the capabilities of data visualization software including analytic software, reporting software and spreadsheet software
    • Create a variety of data visualizations using analytic tools
    • Create a variety of data visualizations using reporting tools


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  • ISIT 336 - Dimensional Modeling

    5 CR

    Dimensional modeling has been broadly accepted as one of the principle techniques for data warehouse design. Students use a sequenced series of case studies and hands-on exercises to learn effective design principles for data warehouse development.

    Prerequisite(s): ISIT 330 .

    Course Outcomes
     
    • Analyze the organizational goals of a data warehouse.
    • Analyze the importance and basic structure of dimensional modeling for a data warehouse.
    • Analyze the differences between dimensional modeling and other design techniques then apply appropriate techniques to new scenarios.
    • Analyze the different types of fact tables and when it is appropriate to use each.
    • Create designs for fact tables using solid dimensional modeling techniques.
    • Analyze the different ways in which change is handled in dimension tables.
    • Create designs for dimension tables based upon solid dimensional modeling principles.
    • Create appropriate dimensional models/designs for a variety of organizational data warehouses/data marts.


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  • ISIT 337 - Predictive Analytics

    5 CR

    In this course students learn to go beyond simply querying data to do predictive data mining analysis. Students learn to apply data mining algorithms to realistic organizational data to find previously undiscovered patterns and draw conclusions. Students use current software tools and hands-on exercises to learn theoretical concepts.

    Prerequisite(s): ISIT 330 .

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze the role of predictive analytics in an organization
    • Analyze the differences between predictive analytics (data mining) and Data Query
    • Analyze the nature of both supervised and unsupervised learning
    • Create a variety of data mining models using predictive analytic software
    • Select appropriate data mining techniques/algorithms for organizational needs
    • Evaluate data mining models to assess their effectiveness
    • Make predictions of future outcomes based upon data mining models
    • Articulate the ethical issues surrounding data mining


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  • ISIT 338 - Data Analysis Techniques

    5 CR

    Students learn a variety strategies and techniques for analyzing data and making decisions based upon that data. Students use case studies to integrate their analysis and problem solving skills. Students use current software systems to do analysis and they are required to present the results of their analyses.

    Prerequisite(s): ISIT 330 , and either MATH 130  or BA 240 .

    Course Outcomes
    • Select data sources to use for collecting information and assess the data quality, clean the data to make it useful and distinguish signal from noise.
    • Create basic data models to illuminate patterns, and assimilate new information into the models.
    • Evaluate techniques to handle ambiguous information.
    • Design experiments to test hypotheses and draw conclusions.
    • Using segmentation, organize data within discrete market groups.
    • Visualize data distributions to reveal new relationships and persuade others.
    • Predict future outcomes with sampling and probability models.
    • Communicate the results of an analysis to an audience.


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  • ISIT 342 - VoIP and Wireless

    5 CR

    This course introduces and applies the concepts of design, implementation and troubleshooting of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) and wireless systems. Technologies include VoIP Managers, Voicemail, System Reporting, Wireless Controllers, Access Points, Relay Systems, Wireless Topologies, Wireless Security and the associated protocols for both VoIP and wireless technologies.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Cyber Security and Systems Administration concentration of the BAS IST program, or permission of the instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Describe the characteristics of a Cisco Unified Communication solution
    • Provision end user identities and associated devices
    • Configure voice messaging
    • Maintain a Cisco Unified Communications system
    • Provide end user support and troubleshooting
    • Describe the fundamentals of Wireless communications
    • Install and configure a basic wireless network infrastructure
    • Describe and apply the best practices of wireless security
    • Implement a Wireless Control System


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  • ISIT 344 - Virtualization & Storage

    5 CR

    This course introduces and applies the concepts of design, implementation, management and troubleshooting of server virtualization, network virtualization and large storage systems. Technologies include VMware and Storage Area Networks (SAN) solutions.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Cyber Security and Systems Administration concentration of the BAS IST program, or permission of the instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Install and configure ESXi
    • Install and configure vCenter Server components
    • Configure and manage ESXi networking and storage using vCenter Server
    • Deploy, manage, and migrate virtual machines
    • Describe the architecture of a Data Center environment with RAID and Intelligent Storage Systems
    • Configure and manage a SAN
    • Describe a system backup and restoration
    • Configure replication of data
    • Configure security through best practices


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  • ISIT 350 - Digital Information Analysis and Recovery

    5 CR

    Introduces students to computer forensics, both its fundamentals and best practices for incident response. Includes the legal aspects of computer forensics, as well as its relationship to the Information Technology field. Hands-on projects will give students the tools and techniques to perform a full computer forensic investigation.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Cyber Security and Systems Administration concentration of the BAS IST program, or permission of the instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Discuss the fundamentals of computer forensics and its relationship with IT.
    • Explain the legal aspects of computer forensics.
    • Utilize best practices for incidence response.
    • Analyze forensic data on multiple platforms Apply DOS, Windows and Linux tools for forensic analysis of seized media.
    • Apply the necessary methodologies to conduct a computer forensic examination.
    • Analyze network hardware involved in intrusion detection.
    • Evaluate recovery tools and Network Attack Software.
     


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  • ISIT 399 - Independent Study

    1-5 CR

    Covers directed advanced special projects, student research, and independent study in Information Systems & Technology by an individual student. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    The outcomes for this course will be created by the student and instructor at the time that the student seeks approval for independent instruction.


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  • ISIT 420 - Advanced Data Access Techniques

    5 CR

    Students learn to develop data driven applications using both proprietary and open source environments. Students will develop applications using data from a variety of data repositories including relational databases, multi-dimensional databases and “big data” repositories. Students also learn to work with data in a variety of formats.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Application Development concentration of BAS IST program, or permission of the instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze the structure and purpose of various data repositories from which application software may draw information including relational databases, multi-dimensional databases, and “big data” repositories
    • Create application software to extract data from various data repositories including relational databases, multi-dimensional databases, and “big data” repositories
    • Analyze the structure and purpose of various data formats for sharing data
    • Create application software that generates and consumes data in various formats for sharing data
    • Create application software for data access using appropriate object-oriented design patterns
    • Create application software for data access using both open source and proprietary programming languages and frameworks
    • Create application software that appropriately combines data from a variety of sources
    • Apply test-driven development techniques to data driven applications


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  • ISIT 422 - Application Architecture

    5 CR

    Students learn best practices for developing enterprise software solutions with appropriate structure for maintainability and efficiency. This course expands student knowledge of software application structure and design principles focusing on advanced object oriented techniques, service oriented architectures and cloud services.

    Prerequisite(s): ISIT 420  Advanced Data Access with a C+ or better.

    Course Outcomes
    • Create application software to implement services available over Intranets and the Internet
    • Create application software to implement services using both open source and proprietary programming languages and frameworks
    • Create application software to implement various types of services
    • Create application software that incorporates cloud services
    • Design application software including web applications and mobile applications using sound architectural principles and modeling techniques
    • Apply test-driven development practices to development of service oriented applications


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  • ISIT 432 - Data Repositories for Analytics

    5 CR

    Students learn to create and query analytic databases including multi-dimensional databases (cubes) and “big data” repositories. Students create business-oriented solutions for analytics.

    Prerequisite(s): ISIT 330 .

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze the different types of data repositories and their capabilities
    • Select the appropriate data repository for a given organizational scenario
    • Design and create multi-dimensional databases for data analysis
    • Evaluate and apply software tools for querying multi-dimensional databases
    • Design and create repositories for immense sets of data
    • Create queries to retrieve information from “big data” repositories
    • Analyze unstructured data for information retrieval


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  • ISIT 434 - Web Analytics

    5 CR

    Students learn techniques for analyzing data generated by web traffic and social media sites. Students learn the importance of such data to an organization and they learn what analytic measures are available and applicable. Students also learn how to implement web data collection and analytic tools for web-sites.

    Prerequisite(s): ISIT 330 .

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze the types of information web traffic can provide and why it is important to an organization
    • Use analytic tools to analyze traffic data collected from a web-site
    • Create appropriate reports/visualizations of web traffic data
    • Appropriately interpret reports produced by analytic tools
    • Analyze traffic data for patterns identifying visitor behavior
    • Present analysis results to stake-holders
    • Suggest web-site improvements based upon analysis of web-site traffic
    • Implement analytic tools for web-site data collection


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  • ISIT 436 - Performance Management

    5 CR

    Students learn how to implement performance management in support of organizational change. Students learn how organizations define objectives, establish goals and measure progress using metrics and key performance indicators. Students learn how to implement software systems to provide appropriate information to users at all levels within an organization.

    Prerequisite(s): ISIT 330 .

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze how performance management can benefit an organization
    • Create useful metrics for an organization
    • Create appropriate KPIs (key performance indicators) for an organization
    • Design effective scorecards, dashboards and other visualizations using current software tools
    • Evaluate measurement and feedback to identify beneficial organizational changes
    • Plan for the implementation of performance management within an organization
    • Perform as an effective team member in the implementation of performance management


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  • ISIT 440 - Administering a Linux Server

    5 CR

    This course covers the essentials of Linux server administration. Students install, configure, use, secure and administer a Linux enterprise server. Topics include user access and security, process and service control, server monitoring, networks and networking services, interoperability, package management, backup and recovery and essential BASH commands.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Cyber Security and Systems Administration concentration of the BAS IST program, or permission of the instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    Install, configure, use, secure and administer a Linux enterprise server Manage user access and security Manage and monitor processes and services Harden the server by removing non-essential packages and files Manage Linux using the BASH command line Monitor and evaluate system integrity Configure Linux for use a heterogeneous network environment


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  • ISIT 442 - Managing Messaging Services

    5 CR

    This course is an introduction to messaging and collaboration services for system administrators. Students will become familiar with popular messaging platforms and protocols such as POP3, IMAP, SMTP, and web services. Additional topics will include server virtualization, cloud services, system configuration, directory service configuration and deploying email clients.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Cyber Security and Systems Administration concentration of the BAS IST program, or permission of the instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    Compare and contrast messaging service platforms Plan for, install, configure and manage popular messaging platforms and protocols Assess and select proper security measures to ensure high availability of message services Upgrade and optimize messaging services Troubleshoot messaging servers and services


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  • ISIT 444 - Automation/Configuration & Management

    5 CR

    Introduces the concepts and application of basic scripting to monitor and collect logs in relation to servers and the associated services. Topics include scripting, logging, automation and system management.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Cyber Security and Systems Administration concentration of the BAS IST program, or permission of the instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Apply debugging techniques
    • Describe and apply scripting techniques for simple administrative tasks
    • Apply source code control systems for change management in various environments
    • Identify and apply best practices for system logging
    • Identify and apply best practices for system monitoring
    • Identify and apply best practices for system automation
    • Apply logging, monitoring and automation techniques in a homogenous environment


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  • ISIT 450 - Network Vulnerabilities and Countermeasures

    5 CR

    This course covers the concepts of network vulnerabilities from a hacker’s perspective. Its focus is professional penetration testing and the securing of information assets. The course provides students with the knowledge to prevent, detect, and respond to network security incidents.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Cyber Security and Systems Administration concentration of the BAS IST program, or permission of the instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Understand the importance of legal and ethical conduct in using computer network system.
    • Effectively use appropriate information security software & assessment tools.
    • Conduct security reconnaissance in order to identify network vulnerabilities and attack vectors.
    • Evaluate where information networks are most vulnerable.
    • Perform penetration tests into secure networks for evaluation purposes.
    • Critique security plans designed at protecting data assets against attacks from the Internet.
    • Develop an ongoing security strategy and investigate/mitigate data risk.
    • Quantitatively assess and measure threats to information assets and implement proper safeguards based on risk analysis.


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  • ISIT 452 - Network Security Monitoring

    5 CR

    This course focuses on the qualities that go into a sound Network Security Monitoring (NSM) system. Hands-on exercises use various network protocol analyzers and other tools to detect, investigate, and respond to network and system attacks. Students will learn how identify authorized and unauthorized malicious activity on an information systems network.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Cyber Security and Systems Administration concentration of the BAS IST program, or permission of the instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Explain fundamental concepts of Network Protocol Analysis.
    • Assess the importance of ethical conduct when using computer networks.
    • Collect, analyze, detect, and escalate unauthorized and authorized malicious network activity.
    • Compare and contrast the skills needed to collect and analyze network packets using various open source tools.
    • Install, configure and use various network NSM and IDS (Intrusion Detection System) tools to collect, analyze, detect, investigate, escalate, and respond to network intrusions and attacks.
    • Analyze the role of computer incident response team within organizations.


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