May 02, 2024

2017-18 Catalog

2017-18 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Radiologic Technology
	RATEC 296 - Special Topics in Radiology 1-5 CR Allows study of special topics that may be necessary to update students in the field of radiologic technology. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program or permission of instructor. Course Outcomes Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter. Find out when this course is offered
	RATEC 297 - Special Topics in Radiology 1-5 CR Allows study of special topics that may be necessary to update students in the field of radiologic technology. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program or permission of instructor. Course Outcomes Identify the basic elements of a resume and cover letter Create a professional resume and cover letter Identify the skills necessary to perform the role of a Clinical Education Coordinator Identify interviewing strategies and preparedness Retain a basic understanding of radiology management Understand the job responsibilities of a Radiologist Assistant and the means to obtain Understand the advantage of a BA degree of Applied Sciences and the means to obtain Understand the role of a PACS administrator Find out when this course is offered
	RATEC 299 - Independent Studies 1-5 CR Course Outcomes Individual study course. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected between student and teacher. Find out when this course is offered
Recreation Leadership
	RECED 260 - Northwest Fitness Exploration 2 CR Students meet at nearby sites in the Cascades Mountains. A variety of outdoor activities are introduced with a focus on basic skills and safety practices. Activities include snowshoeing, plant identification, fly fishing, NW geology, orienteering, backpacking, outdoor food preparation, camping, and bouldering. Find out when this course is offered
Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math
	STEM 101 - STEM to Stern Cohort - I 2 CR STEM 101 is the first course in the STEM to Stern cohort sequence, designed for students pursuing science, technology, engineering, or math studies. Students learn STEM-specific strategies for academic success, explore STEM career options, craft a strengths-based professional resume, network directly with professionals in their fields of interest, and identify resources and hands-on learning experiences that can help them be successful as students and as STEM professionals. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Course Outcomes Course Objectives: By the end of the course, successful students will be able to: Create topic-organized conceptual notes for science courses Articulate their dependable strengths and use those traits to craft a strengths-based professional resume Create effective profiles for online social media systems Develop written career pathway plans that extend through baccalaureate graduation Utilize experiential learning search strategies to locate internship opportunities Find out when this course is offered
	STEM 102 - STEM to Stern Cohort - II 2 CR STEM 102 is the second course in the STEM to Stern cohort sequence. Students utilize specific STEM-related learning strategies and problem-solving skills, practice representing their skills in mock interviews, meet with mentors in their fields of interest, use basic research design principles, and apply for hands-on STEM learning opportunities. Prerequisite(s): STEM 101 or permission of instructor. Course Outcomes Course Objectives: By the end of the course, successful students will be able to: Create conceptual maps to summarize STEM content information Articulate effective interview skills for diverse industry sectors Create a promotion video that illustrates their skill sets and highlights their qualifications for online opportunities Describe and employ advanced networking skills in a variety of settings and situations Utilize basic research design principles to research a topic in their field of interest and present the information Design their own internship and identify the skills needed to apply for it Find out when this course is offered
	STEM 103 - STEM to Stern Cohort - III 2 CR STEM 103 is the third course in the STEM to Stern cohort sequence. Students develop new STEM-related problem-solving strategies, meet with STEM professionals to learn about their research projects, work in teams to create research project ideas, create experiential learning plans, and apply for experiential learning opportunities. Prerequisite(s): STEM 102 or permission of instructor. Course Outcomes Course Objectives: By the end of the course, successful students will be able to: Create an experiential learning plan and describe how those experiences will benefit them Describe their skills sets and experiences in an application for an experiential learning opportunity Research and plan a research project as part of a team Record a group video presentation detailing research ideas Find out when this course is offered
	STEM 201 - STEM to Stern Cohort - IV 1 CR STEM 201 is the fourth course in the STEM to Stern cohort sequence. Students research the transfer process, investigate STEM opportunities like internships and undergraduate research, and analyze and draft the sorts of personal statements required by transfer programs and in order to be selected for STEM opportunities. They craft research project pitches and select project teams. Prerequisite(s): STEM 103 or permission of instructor. Course Outcomes By the end of the course, successful students will be able to: Articulate their academic and career goals in a complete draft of a personal statement Research baccalaureate programs in STEM disciplines and create a list of their top choices Investigate Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs) and identify some REUs for which they would like to apply Analyze the elements of effective pitches and deliver a short project pitch. Find out when this course is offered
	STEM 202 - STEM to Stern Cohort - V 1 CR STEM 202 is the fifth course in the STEM to Stern cohort sequence. Students continue to research the transfer process and create and revise personal statements. They work in teams using agile project management techniques to plan, draft, and revise a project proposal and begin work on that project. Prerequisite(s): STEM 201 or permission of instructor. Course Outcomes By the end of this course, successful students will be to: Use elements of agile project management techniques while working in teams Analyze, critique, create, and revise project proposals. Revise a personal statement to effectively articulate their academic and career goals and apply to STEM opportunities that require a personal statement Find out when this course is offered
	STEM 203 - STEM to Stern Cohort - VI 1 CR STEM 203 is the sixth course in the STEM to Stern cohort sequence. Students network with STEM professionals and keep seeking STEM opportunities. They work in teams using agile project management techniques to complete their projects, develop presentation skills, and create a culminating presentation about their projects. Prerequisite(s): STEM 202 or permission of instructor. Course Outcomes By the end of this course, successful students will be able to: Effectively use agile project management techniques while working in teams Analyze, critique, create, and revise oral presentations Find out when this course is offered
Sociology Gender studies at Bellevue College provides students with an opportunity to explore sex, gender and sexuality through an interdisciplinary lens. Students pursuing an Associate in Arts and Science transfer degree may elect to complete an Academic Concentration in Gender Studies by completing 20 credits from a focused list of courses (with a grade of C- or better in each course). Gender Studies in Bellevue College is administered and managed through the Sociology Program, so interested students should contact the Sociology Program Chair for advising and paperwork.
	SOC& 101 - Introduction to Sociology 5 CR What makes you, you? Are you free to choose your own destiny, or does society determine your path? Explore how our different identities impact our everyday lived experiences and develop useful ways to think about the world around you. Themes include power dynamics, culture, identities, deviance, stereotyping, and/or the social construction of knowledge. Course Outcomes Critically examine the social landscape in which you live and how life experiences differ according to race, class, gender and sexuality. Identify the ways in which cultural and social institutions shape the everyday experiences of individuals, groups and communities. Describe fundamental sociological concepts, theories, and theorists, and apply them to real-life situations. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 105 - Blacks in America 5 CR What does it mean to be Black in America? Explore the social and cultural background of Blacks in America through the lens of sociology, and analyze the ways in which social institutions have been transformed by these contributions. Through research and writing, themes include music and popular culture, activism, politics, and/or social change. Course Outcomes Explain the general social, economic, and political conditions of Blacks in the United States. Identify key contributions of Blacks to American social, political, and cultural life. Discuss “race,” “ethnicity,” and “racism” from a sociological perspective. Describe how class, sexuality, and gender shape the experience of race. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 122 - Activism & Social Change 5 CR Can one person make a difference? What does making a difference look like? Using literature, film, music, and news media to look at past and present social movements, examine what makes us engage in acts of political protest, and critically analyze why some resistance efforts are successful and others are not. Course Outcomes Describe the basic sociological theories and approaches to social movements and activism. Explain the general dynamics of social movements including organizational strategies, resource mobilization, and collective identity. Discuss the role of art, literature, music, and/or popular culture in activism. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 150 - The Social Lives of Children and Youth 5 CR What are the challenges of being a young person in American society, and how do young people negotiate those challenges? Investigate the experiences of youth, and learn to apply sociological thinking to everyday life. Themes include youth subcultures, identity development, friendships and dating, and social problems of youth like drug use and eating disorders. Course Outcomes Discuss the ideas of “childhood,” “adolescences” and “youth” from a sociological perspective. Describe the process and major agents of socialization in contemporary American society. Identify the crucial role gender, class, sexuality, and race play in identity development. Critically analyze the political, economic, and social forces that affect children and youth. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 194 - Special Topics in Sociology 1-10 CR Covers supplementary or unusual classes related to the field. Topics are announced in the class schedule. Course Outcomes Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected each quarter. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 195 - Special Topics in Sociology 1-10 CR Covers supplementary or unusual classes related to the field. Topics are announced in the class schedule. Course Outcomes Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected each quarter. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 196 - Special Topics in Sociology 1-10 CR Covers supplementary or unusual classes related to the field. Topics are announced in the class schedule. Course Outcomes Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected each quarter. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 197 - Special Topics in Sociology 1-10 CR Covers supplementary or unusual classes related to the field. Topics are announced in the class schedule. Course Outcomes Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected each quarter. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 198 - Seminar in Sociology 1-10 CR Includes seminars, workshops, etc., for which college credit is offered. Course Outcomes Seminar course. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected each quarter. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 199 - Individual Studies in Sociology 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. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected between student and teacher. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC& 201 - Social Problems 5 CR Do you know a social problem when you see one? Are you a part of the solution or part of the problem? Investigate contemporary social issues such as homelessness, violence and war, racism, education in America, and/or the criminal justice system and learn how individuals and groups can combat major problems facing us today. Course Outcomes Explain how social problems are defined and how they differ from personal issues; Critically analyze social problems within historical and social contexts; Describe the ways in which social problems are created and perpetuated by social institutions (such as the economy, government, the media, and the family); Illustrate how social problems are represented within popular culture; Discuss how social problems affect all of us, regardless of our social positions; and Offer and analyze solutions to contemporary social problems. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 210 - Popular Culture 5 CR What makes popular culture “popular” and who decides for us? Wrestle with the notion of whether popular culture defines society, or if society defines popular culture; by studying television, music, film, and more. Themes include audience reception, network societies, and popular culture on a global scale. Course Outcomes Critically “read” popular culture items from a sociological perspective. Describe how the intersections of race, class, and gender are represented and maintained in popular culture texts. Discuss popular culture through a historically global lens. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 215 - Television, Culture and Society 5 CR How do we watch TV in the 21st century? Do we need a TV to watch TV? Study how television affects knowledge building, ways of thinking, and core elements of our social lives. Themes include television culture, how to understand news media, and the social history of television. Course Outcomes Critically analyze television using a sociological perspective. Describe changes to the act of watching television, including the role of cable television, mobile phones, and the internet. Explain and discuss how the intersections of race, class, and gender are represented and maintained specifically in television. Discuss the role of television in shaping our senses of Self and of each other. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 222 - Sports in Society 5 CR Are sports an avenue for personal empowerment or a path to exploitation? What do sports mean in American society? Study the ways in which sports are embedded in social systems such as the economy, government, and education. Themes include race, class and gender issues, crime and violence in sport, and the economic impact of sport. Course Outcomes Explain the role of sport as it relates to the socialization of children and young adults. Critically discuss the impacts of sport as it relates to social justice. Analyze the intersections of race, class, and gender issues within the context of sport. Describe the interconnectedness of sports and societal institutions. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 230 - Education in the 21st Century 5 CR What role do education and schools play in society? How do schools both reinforce and challenge prevailing social practices? Untangle such complex issues as gender differences in education, racial and ethnic segregation, and affirmative action, and learn more about current political controversies about schools. Course Outcomes Explain the educational system from a sociological perspective. Identify the ways in which schools are used to enforce enculturation, assimilation, and conformity to dominant ways of thinking. Describe how schools both challenge and perpetuate inequalities between people. Explain how and why alternative educational models differ from the dominant cultural system. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 240 - Identity, Self and Social Interaction 5 CR How do we become who we are? How are our Selves shaped in a busy, ever-changing world? In this introduction to social psychology from a sociological perspective, topics focus on identity development and the Self in all social institutions including family, social networks, and cultural environments. Students who completed either PSYC 240 or SOC 240 before Summer Quarter 2013 may not take this class for credit. Course Outcomes Explain how social context fundamentally shapes both interactions between people and individual experiences. Describe the relationship between Self and society. Discuss how power and inequality contribute to forming our senses of ourselves and others. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 246 - Religion and Our Social World 5 CR What is religion? What power does religion have in our social world? What’s the difference between spirituality and religion? Explore the sociological phenomenon of religion and religious life. Themes include various beliefs and practices, cults, popular culture, death and dying, the political and economic impacts of religion, and/or social change. Course Outcomes Apply basic sociological concepts and ideas to religion; Analyze symbols, icons, and popular conceptions such as worship and death around the world; Discuss the ways in which popular culture has shaped the beliefs, structures and practices of religious groups (and vice versa), particularly in the United States; Explain U.S. and global social, political and cultural rules about Religion from a social perspective; Think critically about the various ways in which we construct ideas of our Selves against the landscape of Religion (i.e. Does it define us or not? How do we define ourselves as a member or nonmember of an organized religion, and why is that important in developing a sense of Self?); and Describe religion as a social phenomenon. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 248 - Public Health Around the Globe 5 CR What is Public Health, and how does it differ from Health Care? Investigate the role of the American Public Health system and how it impacts different groups across racial, class, and gender lines. Themes may include the social history of Public Health, needle exchange programs, and germ panic in America. Course Outcomes Explain what constitutes a public health system and how health care varies cross-culturally. Evaluate the role race, class, gender, sexuality, age, and disability play in access to health care. Analyze health care crises around the globe from micro and macro perspectives. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 249 - Disability in Society 5 CR What is ‘disability?’ What does it mean to be a person living with a disability? Explore how history and culture shape the experiences of people with disabilities. Topics include eugenics, popular representations like the ‘freak show,’ the Disability Rights Movement, and the relationship of disability, gender, race, and class. Course Outcomes Describe disabilities from a sociological perspective, contrasting it with a medical model. Articulate the ways in which ‘normalcy’ and ‘deviance’ are constructed socially. Explain the ways in which dominant groups discriminate against people with disabilities. Discuss how the experience of disability is shaped by race, class, and gender. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 250 - Growing Up and Older in America 5 CR What does it mean to be young, middle-aged, or elderly in American society? Examine coming-of-age and transitions in life from a sociological perspective. Themes may include rites of passage, age discrimination, work and retirement, sexuality and relationships, health, illness, and caregiving. Course Outcomes Explain how age determines access to systems of power and how this can change over the course of an individual’s life. Discuss how age intersects with other identity categories such as race, class, gender, sexuality, and disability. Analyze various social problems related to aging or coming of age. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 252 - Work and the Culture of Employment 5 CR Got a job? Need a job? Don’t want a job? What does it mean to be a worker? Understand the complexities of workers, poverty, and social reform. See yourself as a worker, and understand what that may mean. Topics may include Unions, the class system in America, and the idea of a “good job.” Course Outcomes Describe how work and being a “worker” are raced, classed, and gendered. Analyze various theories on the social construction of class. Describe the active role workers have played in shaping and challenging working conditions and explain why. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 253 - Men & Masculinities 5 CR What does it mean to be a “real man” in contemporary society? What are the challenges of living up to the ideals of manhood? How are women impacted by men’s lives? Investigate the meanings of “masculinity” and explore themes such as athletics and sports, male body image, pornography, alcohol use, fatherhood, military, and male bonding. Course Outcomes Explain how masculinity is socially constructed and the socio-political influences on masculinity. Critically assess the ways hegemonic masculinity impacts all facets of men’s lives. Discuss the impacts of race, class, sexuality, and disability on masculine identities. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 254 - Gender in the Social World 5 CR Are you born a “man” or “woman,” or does society make us “men” and “women?” Examine the ways in which gender organizes social life and shapes the distribution of power in society. Themes may include media stereotyping, gender roles, sex segregation in the workforce, sexual politics, and the experiences of women and men in families. Course Outcomes Illustrate a sociological understanding of sex and gender. Analyze the ways in which societies are fundamentally organized by sex/gender systems. Describe how power plays a central role in the social construction of sex/gender. Explain how experiences of gender are shaped by class and race. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 255 - Dating, Relationships, and Families 5 CR How have courtship and dating changed? What does it mean to be a “family?” Is “the family” falling apart? Explore changes in the culture and structure of families, and analyze how families play a central role in American life. Themes include single parenting, new family structures, cohabitation, marriage and divorce, and/or courtship and dating. Course Outcomes Describe the complexity of “family” as an idea, using a sociological perspective. Explain how families are connected to and shaped by culture and all the major social institutions, especially political and economic processes. Illustrate how gender, class, sexuality, and race structure intimate relationships. Debunk common myths about the family and relationships. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 256 - Sex and Sexualities 5 CR Do men and women think differently about sex? Does pornography impact how we have sex? Is prostitution harmful to society? Investigate contemporary sexual behaviors from a sociological perspective and examine how culture impacts sexual practices and identities. Themes may include the sex industry, the sexual self, attitudes about the body, and/or sex in popular culture. Course Outcomes Explain the difference between key concepts in the field, such as “sex,” “gender,” “sexuality,” and “sexual orientation”; Discuss how sexuality is socially constructed and compare norms and cultural perspectives on sexual behavior across societies; Describe the ways in which our culture and society shape our sexual opinions and experiences; Illustrate how gender influences sexual attitudes and behaviors; Better understand sexual practices and perspectives from a sociological perspective; Recognize how sex and sexualities are marketed, packaged and sold by society; and Critically examine how societies regulate sexual behavior. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 258 - Sociology of the Body 5 CR Examine how cultures think about the body. Explore how society shapes bodies and how humans “perform” individual and group identities through bodies and bodily manipulation. Themes may include tattooing and body piercing, beauty standards and plastic surgery, transgenderism, race/ethnicity, and disability. Course Outcomes Explain “the body” from a sociological perspective. Identify the role of culture, power, and group norms in shaping the presentations of our bodies. Assess the impacts of power, dominance, and inequality on our bodies. Analyze some of the major social problems connected to the body. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 260 - Death and Dying 5 CR What happens to your physical body when you die? Who decides what happens? Critically examine the social history and the business of death and dying in America as it has changed over time. Topics may include death in popular culture, the business of death, and the employment that death provides. Course Outcomes Describe death and dying from a sociological perspective. Explain the basic socioeconomic history of death and dying in America. Analyze the impact of death and dying not only on our private and public lives but also on society as a whole. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 262 - Sociology of Race & Ethnicity 5 CR Examine the complexities of race and ethnicity in America. Themes include current events, representations in popular culture, the development of a racial self, and/or the interaction of race and social class. Course Outcomes List basic approaches to the study of race and ethnicity Explain the difference between “race” and “ethnicity” Describe race an ethnic relations from a sociological perspective Articulate how race and ethnicity are social constructs Evaluate claims regarding the concept of race Recall key historical and sociological facts regarding race and ethnic groups Contrast the experiences of selected racial and ethnic groups in the U.S. Compare race and ethnic relations in the United States with selected non-U.S. countries Apply findings of race and ethnic research to one’s own life Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 264 - Intersections of Inequality and Identity 5 CR How is one kind of inequality connected to another? Can we understand race without also understanding gender? Can someone simultaneously be both advantaged and disadvantaged in society? Explore how social experiences are impacted by multiple forms of inequality. Themes may include poverty, socialization, domestic violence, media representations, stereotypes, prisons, AIDS/HIV, and/or drug addiction. Course Outcomes Provide examples that illustrate the complexity of identity and how individuals can access systems of power differently depending on various facets of one’s identity. Explore social issues from both a dominant and marginalized perspective to better understand how systems of power function in society. Analyze how the systems of racism, sexism, heterosexism, classism, and ableism intersect. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 265 - City Life and Culture 5 CR What’s the difference between The City and The Country? What do Suburbs have to do with The City? How are cities imagined? Investigate the structures and activities of city life with themes like urban development, decay, renewal, art and architecture, wealth and poverty, growth of the suburbs and/or overall transformation of the City. Course Outcomes Describe the structural conditions that led to the creation of cities and suburbs in America and how race, class, and gender shape inequality and identity in those settings. Discuss and apply the basic social theories of urbanization and suburbanization. Critically analyze the social, political and cultural forces contributing to the concentration of poverty, homelessness, and other social problems in urban centers. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 268 - You Are What You Eat: Food in Society 5 CR From where does your food come? Why and when do you eat what you do? Critically analyze the social history of food production and consumption in America over time. Themes include the changing rhythms of food development, understanding diet and nutrition from a cultural perspective, and food in pop culture. Course Outcomes Describe how the production and consumption of food is fundamentally a social process that reflects and produces inequalities between people. Critically analyze some of the contemporary social and political controversies about food. Discuss the relationships between social power, group identities, and access to food. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 270 - Deviance in Society 5 CR What is deviance and how is it created? How is it maintained? How has it changed over time? What does it have to do with power? Explore deviance as an ever-changing idea in society. Understand the impact social values have on the development of deviance. Themes may include religion, family, sexuality, crime, and/or popular culture. Course Outcomes Apply basic sociological concepts and ideas to the idea of Deviance; Discuss the role of power in defining “deviance”; Describe a critical perspective of society and social control; Question the idea of a “polite society” or the “status quo” in relation to control and power; Explain how we construct ideas of our Selves against the landscape of deviance; Demonstrate an understanding of positive and negative sanctions as related to deviance in society; Describe how changes in society impact what is and is not considered deviant; Describe how changes in society impact who has/has not been considered deviant; and Explain the role of race, class, gender, and sexuality in the construction of deviance. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 275 - Technology in Everyday Life 5 CR What is the role technology plays in society and in your life? Dig deeply into the social realm of technology. Investigate how identities are created, re-created, and challenged through mediated technologies. Topics may include network societies, hyper-realities, the digital divide, and the global and social histories of technology. Course Outcomes Analyze the impact of technologies on our private and public lives. Explain how technologies both create and perpetuate inequalities. Apply a sociological understanding of technology to describe how technology influences our interactions with others and our sense of identity. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 278 - Global Sociology 5 CR How are people around the world deeply intertwined in a complex web of relationships? Explore a variety of political, cultural, and social changes that are transforming our world. Investigate globalization and its consequences. Using literature, art, film and popular culture, examine how countries are increasingly interconnected by flows of information, money, and people. Course Outcomes Explain globalization from a sociological perspective and how race, class, gender, and culture influence our relationships to globalization. Describe how globalization has altered conceptions of national boundaries, citizenship, and the ethical implications of a global world. Articulate the impact of globalization on your own life. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 294 - Special Topics in Sociology 1-10 CR Covers supplementary or unusual classes related to the field. Topics are announced in the class schedule. Course Outcomes Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected each quarter. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 295 - Special Topics in Sociology 1-10 CR Covers supplementary or unusual classes related to the field. Topics are announced in the class schedule. Course Outcomes Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected each quarter. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 296 - Special Topics in Sociology 1-10 CR Covers supplementary or unusual classes related to the field. Topics are announced in the class schedule. Course Outcomes Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected each quarter. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 297 - Special Topics in Sociology 1-10 CR Covers supplementary or unusual classes related to the field. Topics are announced in the class schedule. Course Outcomes Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected each quarter. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 298 - Seminar in Sociology 1-10 CR Includes seminars, workshops, etc., for which college credit is offered. Course Outcomes Seminar course. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected each quarter. Find out when this course is offered
	SOC 299 - Individual Studies in Sociology 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. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected between student and teacher. Find out when this course is offered
Spanish
	SPAN 108 - Spanish for Health Care Providers 5 CR Provides students with specialized medical vocabulary needed to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking patients in a variety of health care situations. Culture is an important component of the course. This is not a certified interpreting course. Recommended: Prior exposure to Spanish. Course Outcomes Take a basic medical history in Spanish. Explain medical treatment to the patient in simple terms Establish communication with family members Communicate clearly and effectively in Spanish using simple and practical vocabulary as well as meaningful medical terminology Demonstrate understanding and appreciation of cultural differences in the health perceptions of Spanish-speaking patients. Find out when this course is offered
	SPAN& 121 - Spanish I 5 CR Introduces the fundamentals of vocabulary and grammar focusing on the development of four basic skills: Listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Emphasis is placed on active communication aimed at the development of oral and comprehension skills. Various aspects of Hispanic culture are presented. Format includes extensive audio and Internet usage. After successful completion, students are encouraged to continue with SPAN 122 . This class is not intended for “Heritage Speakers” (i.e. Students who grew up speaking Spanish.). Please refer to “Spanish for Heritage Speakers” SPAN 231 if you grew up speaking Spanish without ever having had formal instruction. Course Outcomes Write in the target language what is heard, answering questions related to the information given by native speakers of the target language. Ask questions with proper intonation and provide general information in the present tense. Deduce meaning about what was read in the target language by making educated guesses using cognates and context to assist in the comprehension process. Create simple yet grammatically correct affirmative, interrogative, and negative sentences using the present tense with few spelling errors. Correctly identify verbs tenses, distinguishing between regular and irregular verbs, and recognize some pronouns categories; produce noun-verb and noun-adjective agreement, and distinguish formal and informal situations; recognize and accurately use nouns, adjectives, pronouns, adverbs, conjunctions, and prepositions. Identify basic cultural information introduced in theme-specific vocabulary, photographs, and authentic video material centered on the world of the target language. Explain in the first language both differences and similarities between the cultures of the first and target languages. Find out when this course is offered
	SPAN& 122 - Spanish II 5 CR Continues SPAN 121 . Format includes extensive audio and Internet usage. This class is not intended for “Heritage Speakers” (i.e. Students who grew up speaking Spanish.). Please refer to “Spanish for Heritage Speakers” SPAN 232 if you grew up speaking Spanish without ever having had formal instruction. Prerequisite: SPAN 121 or permission of instructor. Course Outcomes Accurately write in the target language what is heard, answering questions related to the information given by native speakers. In speaking, use increasingly more complicated sentences, accurate vocabulary and grammatical constructions. Ask questions with proper intonation and provide general information about familiar topics in the present tense. Ask questions with proper intonation and provide general information about familiar topics in the present tense. Answer questions orally or in writing after reading a passage in the target language; deduce meaning about what was read by making educated guesses using cognates and context to assist in the comprehension process. Write structurally correct affirmative, interrogative, and negative sentences in the present and past tenses using familiar vocabulary with minimum spelling errors and increased precision in proper punctuation and application of accent marks. Correctly identify the subject of a sentence, distinguishing between regular and irregular verbs in the present and past tenses, and recognizing different pronouns categories. Show noun-verb and noun-adjective agreement, and accurately use nouns, adjectives, pronouns, adverbs, conjunctions, and prepositions. Identify cultural information introduced through theme-specific vocabulary, photographs, and authentic video material centered on the world of the target language. Talk about differences and similarities between the cultures. Find out when this course is offered
	SPAN& 123 - Spanish III 5 CR Continues SPAN 122 . Format includes extensive audio and Internet usage. This class is not intended for “Heritage Speakers” (i.e. Students who grew up speaking Spanish.). Please refer to “Spanish for Heritage Speakers” SPAN 232 if you grew up speaking Spanish without ever having had formal instruction. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 122 or permission of instructor. Course Outcomes Accurately transcribe exactly what was heard, answering questions related to the information provided by native speakers. Ask and provide general information, and reproducing proper intonation and adapting verbal communication to purpose and audience. Explain the main idea of what is read, accounting for the general tone of the writer and category of reading material, giving special attention to the target language punctuation, and deducing meaning about what is read by making educated guesses using cognates, context and previous learning to facilitate comprehension. Make inferences based on the text and discuss what is read. Correctly classify verbs’ modes and tenses, distinguishing between regular and irregular verbs and different pronouns categories; show noun-verb and noun-adjective agreement; describe nouns, adjectives, pronouns, adverbs, conjunctions, and prepositions; recognize and apply correctly adverbs, conjunctions, prepositions, and pronouns. Correctly classify verbs’ modes and tenses, distinguishing between regular and irregular verbs and different pronouns categories; show noun-verb and noun-adjective agreement; describe nouns, adjectives, pronouns, adverbs, conjunctions, and prepositions; recognize and apply correctly adverbs, conjunctions, prepositions, and pronouns. Identify basic cultural information introduced through theme-specific vocabulary, photographs, and authentic video material centered on the world of the target language. Explain in the first language both differences and similarities between the cultures of the first and target languages. Find out when this course is offered
	SPAN 194 - Special Topics Spanish 1-5 CR Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject supplementing Spanish curriculum. Topics are announced in the quarterly schedule. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits. Course Outcomes Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter. Find out when this course is offered
	SPAN 195 - Special Topics Spanish 1-5 CR Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject supplementing Spanish curriculum. Topics are announced in the quarterly schedule. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits. Course Outcomes Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter. Find out when this course is offered
	SPAN 196 - Special Topics Spanish 1-5 CR Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject supplementing Spanish curriculum. Topics are announced in the quarterly schedule. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits. Course Outcomes Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter. Find out when this course is offered
	SPAN 197 - Special Topics Spanish 1-5 CR Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject supplementing Spanish curriculum. Topics are announced in the quarterly schedule. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits. Course Outcomes Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter. Find out when this course is offered
	SPAN 199 - Individual Studies in Spanish 1-5 CR Covers directed readings, special projects and independent study by an individual student. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Course Outcomes Individual study course. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected between student and teacher. Find out when this course is offered
	SPAN& 221 - Spanish IV 5 CR Reviews first-year grammar concepts and expands on vocabulary acquisition. Students practice integrating the four major language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing, and further develop their cultural competency by working on authentic material from the Spanish-speaking world. Oral communication is emphasized. Format includes extensive audio and Internet usage. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 123 or permission of instructor. Course Outcomes Increase skill–more complexity and sophistication is expected by the end of each class level. Comprehend the target language spoken at average or rapid speeds by native and non-native speakers, which may include some idiomatic expressions and colloquialisms. Communicate effectively in informal, open-ended situations, with appropriate grammar, using more complex sentence structures, idioms and vocabulary with clear pronunciation and intonation. Express thoughts and ideas in writing in an organized manner through short compositions, using proper syntax, a variety of sentence structures, correct modes and tenses, with increased, complexity of expression, originality of ideas, use of idioms and precision in spelling and punctuation. Effectively use reading strategies (cognates, prior knowledge, visuals, etc) to comprehend authentic written material of various kinds: describing, and summarizing content, discerning main idea, identifying author’s tone, audience, and message. Discuss the similarities and differences among French-speaking cultures, demonstrating increased sensitivity and appreciation of these cultures’ histories, customs, ideas, and values as compared to the student’s own. This awareness is demonstrated by students bringing outside experiences and research back to the class room for verbal and written discussion. Find out when this course is offered
	SPAN& 222 - Spanish V 5 CR Continues SPAN 221 . Format includes extensive audio and Internet usage. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 221 or permission of instructor. Course Outcomes Increase skill–more complexity and sophistication is expected by the end of each class level. Comprehend the target language spoken at average or rapid speeds by native and non-native speakers, which may include some idiomatic expressions and colloquialisms. Communicate effectively in informal, open-ended situations, with appropriate grammar, using more complex sentence structures, idioms and vocabulary with clear pronunciation and intonation. Express thoughts and ideas in writing in an organized manner through short compositions, using proper syntax, a variety of sentence structures, correct modes and tenses, with increased, complexity of expression, originality of ideas, use of idioms and precision in spelling and punctuation. Effectively use reading strategies (cognates, prior knowledge, visuals, etc) to comprehend authentic written material of various kinds: describing, and summarizing content, discerning main idea, identifying author’s tone, audience, and message. Discuss the similarities and differences among French-speaking cultures, demonstrating increased sensitivity and appreciation of these cultures’ histories, customs, ideas, and values as compared to the student’s own. This awareness is demonstrated by students bringing outside experiences and research back to the class room for verbal and written discussion. Find out when this course is offered
	SPAN& 223 - Spanish VI 5 CR Continues SPAN 222 . Format includes extensive audio and Internet usage. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 222 or permission of instructor. Course Outcomes Increase skill–more complexity and sophistication is expected by the end of each class level. Comprehend the target language spoken at average or rapid speeds by native and non-native speakers, which may include some idiomatic expressions and colloquialisms. Communicate effectively in informal, open-ended situations, with appropriate grammar, using more complex sentence structures, idioms and vocabulary with clear pronunciation and intonation. Express thoughts and ideas in writing in an organized manner through short compositions, using proper syntax, a variety of sentence structures, correct modes and tenses, with increased, complexity of expression, originality of ideas, use of idioms and precision in spelling and punctuation. Effectively use reading strategies (cognates, prior knowledge, visuals, etc) to comprehend authentic written material of various kinds: describing, and summarizing content, discerning main idea, identifying author’s tone, audience, and message. Discuss the similarities and differences among French-speaking cultures, demonstrating increased sensitivity and appreciation of these cultures’ histories, customs, ideas, and values as compared to the student’s own. This awareness is demonstrated by students bringing outside experiences and research back to the class room for verbal and written discussion. Find out when this course is offered
	SPAN 231 - Spanish for Heritage Speakers I 5 CR For students who can speak Spanish in everyday situations because of family and/or community connections, but who have little formal education in Spanish. Develops ability to use Spanish in academic and professional situations, and knowledge of Spanish-speaking cultures. First in a three-course sequence. Recommended: Ability to speak and understand Spanish due to family and/or community connections, but limited or no formal instruction in Spanish; ENGL 101 . Course Outcomes Demonstrate comprehension of spoken Spanish from a variety of registers (familiar, colloquial, journalistic, academic and professional) and situations (lectures, discussions with classmates, films, media and mass culture) with increasing skill at the end of each level Demonstrate ability to speak Spanish in a variety of registers (familiar, colloquial, academic and professional) and situations (class discussions, interviews, presentations) with increasing skill at the end of each level Show reading comprehension in Spanish in a variety of registers and fields (journalism, narrative, academic and professional), using appropriate reading strategies when encountering unfamiliar content, with increasing skill at the end of each level Write in colloquial and academic Spanish in a variety of genres (reflections, electronic correspondence, essays, professional communications), with increasing accuracy in structure, spelling, idioms and style choice at the end of each level Demonstrate awareness of Spanish as spoken in the United States, the diversity of US Latino culture, and the student’s own sense of cultural and linguistic identity; awareness shown in essays, presentations and discussions, creative work, and reflections Show knowledge of the diverse cultures, histories and situations of Spanish-speaking countries and peoples, primarily in Latin America and the United States; knowledge shown in essays, presentations and discussions, creative work, and reflections Find out when this course is offered
	SPAN 232 - Spanish for Heritage Speakers II 5 CR For students who can speak Spanish in everyday situations because of family and/or community connections, but who have little formal education in Spanish. Develops ability to use Spanish in academic and professional situations, and knowledge of Spanish-speaking cultures. Second in a three-course sequence. Recommended: ENGL 101 . Prerequisite(s): SPAN 231 , or Instructor Permission. Course Outcomes All of the following outcomes will be completed at a higher level of mastery than in Spanish 231: Demonstrate comprehension of spoken Spanish from a variety of registers (familiar, colloquial, journalistic, academic and professional) and situations (lectures, discussions with classmates, films, media and mass culture) with increasing skill at the end of each level Demonstrate ability to speak Spanish in a variety of registers (familiar, colloquial, academic and professional) and situations (class discussions, interviews, presentations) with increasing skill at the end of each level Show reading comprehension in Spanish in a variety of registers and fields (journalism, narrative, academic and professional), using appropriate reading strategies when encountering unfamiliar content, and finding relevant materials using research skills, with increasing skill at the end of each level Write in colloquial and academic Spanish in a variety of genres (reflections, electronic correspondence, essays, professional communications), with increasing accuracy in structure, spelling, idioms and style choice at the end of each level Demonstrate awareness of Spanish as spoken in the United States, the diversity of US Latino culture, and the student’s own sense of cultural and linguistic identity; awareness shown in essays, presentations and discussions, creative work, and reflections Show knowledge of the diverse cultures, histories and situations of Spanish-speaking countries and peoples, primarily in Latin America and the United States; knowledge shown in essays, presentations and discussions, creative work, and reflections Find out when this course is offered
	SPAN 233 - Spanish for Heritage Speakers III 5 CR For students who can speak Spanish in everyday situations because of family and/or community connections, but who have little formal education in Spanish. Develops ability to use Spanish in academic and professional situations, and knowledge of Spanish-speaking cultures. Third in a three-course sequence. Recommended: ENGL 101 . Prerequisite(s): SPAN 232 , or Instructor Permission. Course Outcomes All of the following outcomes will be completed at a higher level of mastery than in Spanish 232: Demonstrate comprehension of spoken Spanish from a variety of registers (familiar, colloquial, journalistic, academic and professional) and situations (lectures, discussions with classmates, films, media and mass culture) with increasing skill at the end of each level Demonstrate ability to speak Spanish in a variety of registers (familiar, colloquial, academic and professional) and situations (class discussions, interviews, presentations) with increasing skill at the end of each level Show reading comprehension in Spanish in a variety of registers and fields (journalism, narrative, academic and professional), using appropriate reading strategies when encountering unfamiliar content, with increasing skill at the end of each level, and finding relevant materials using research skills Write in colloquial and academic Spanish in a variety of genres (reflections, electronic correspondence, essays, professional communications), with increasing accuracy in structure, spelling, idioms and style choice at the end of each level Demonstrate awareness of Spanish as spoken in the United States, the diversity of US Latino culture, and the student’s own sense of cultural and linguistic identity; awareness shown in essays, presentations and discussions, creative work, reflections, and relevant research in Spanish-language materials Show knowledge of the diverse cultures, histories and situations of Spanish-speaking countries and peoples, primarily in Latin America and the United States; knowledge shown in essays, presentations and discussions, creative work, and reflections, and relevant research in Spanish-language materials Find out when this course is offered
	SPAN 299 - Individual Studies in Spanish 1-5 CR Covers directed readings, special projects, and independent study by an individual student. Course Outcomes Independent study course. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected between student and teacher. Find out when this course is offered
Technical Support
	TECH 199 - Independent Studies in Technology 1-10 CR Covers directed readings, special projects, and independent study by a 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. Find out when this course is offered
	TECH 215 - PC Analysis & Configuration I 5 CR Presents the basics of PC hardware and software installation and configuration. Topics include installation of operating systems and basic troubleshooting techniques, BIOS, storage, system optimization, motherboards, printers, and system set-up. Students gain hands-on instruction. Course includes about 50% of the competencies required for A+ certification. Prerequisite(s): Placement by assessment into ENGL 101 , or completion of ENGL 092 or ENGL 093 with a C or better. Recommended IT 101 or equivalent course work or experience. Course Outcomes Assemble computer and network components based on customer requirements. Install, configure and maintain devices, PCs and software for end users. Properly and safely diagnose, resolve and document common hardware and software issues while applying troubleshooting skills. Provide appropriate customer technical support. Calculate and measure system efficiencies and examine computer performance benchmarks. Discuss the body of knowledge that establishes the foundation of an entry-level IT professional. Find out when this course is offered
	TECH 217 - PC Analysis & Configuration II 5 CR Presents in-depth PC hardware and software installation and configuration. Topics include command-line and Windows configuration, resource management, advanced troubleshooting, virtualization, mobile computing, introductory network installation and configuration, basic electrical concepts and measurement. Includes hands-on instruction. Course includes about 50% of the competencies required for A+ certification. Prerequisite(s): TECH 215 at BC with a C- or better, or entry code. Course Outcomes Assemble computer components based on customer requirements. Install, configure and maintain devices, PCs and software for end users. Describe and demonstrate basic networking, security, and computer forensic technologies. Properly and safely diagnose, resolve and document common hardware and software issues while applying troubleshooting skills. Provide appropriate customer technical support. Describe and demonstrate basic virtualization, mobile device, desktop imaging and deployment technologies. Discuss the body of knowledge that establishes the foundation of an entry-level IT professional. Find out when this course is offered
	TECH 223 - Using & Supporting Linux 5 CR Hands-on training covers the fundamentals of Vendor Independent Linux operating systems. Students install, configure, use and administer Linux. Includes competencies required for Linux+ certification. Prerequisite(s): IT 103 or NSCOM 201 , or admission into BAS Application Development concentration and permission of BAS program manager. Course Outcomes Explain Linux system architecture and filesystem hierarchy standards. Work at the Linux command line. Perform basic maintenance tasks including adding and removing users, executing backup & restore, shutdown & reboot, desktop, printer, filesystem & network maintenance. Perform system updates and other basic administrative tasks including security configurations, configuring essential system services, task scheduling and monitoring. Install and configure a workstation (including X) and connect it via a LAN to the Internet. Find out when this course is offered
	TECH 289 - Portfolio Evaluation of Work Experience 4 CR Students work independently to prepare portfolio materials demonstrating their problem solving skills and experience. Must have at least six months of full-time job experience in a position closely related to the anticipated IT degree and must be on track to graduate within two academic quarters. Course is graded credit/no credit. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Course Outcomes Outline their job functions by examining or creating a job description Document their ability to solve problems Analyze their problem solving skills as they relate to their job and the courses they have completed in their technical program Complete a self evaluation of their job performance, using the specific evaluation criteria Prepare a portfolio that reflects high quality professional presentation Find out when this course is offered
	TECH 293 - Technical Support Internship I 1-6 CR First in a two-quarter technical support internship. Students provide technical assistance to students and staff using the Tech Support and NSCOM labs. May include off-campus internships with specific academic & industry partners. For NSCOM degree students only. Provides non-paying, credit-earning, on-the-job experience. Course is graded credit/no credit. Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor. Course Outcomes Apply his/her software, hardware, and business skills in a variety of duties and responsibilities in a work environment. Manage his or her work load by employing multitasking techniques and task prioritization to manage his/her work load in solving problems. Demonstrate the organizational/analytical skills necessary to solve problems with computers. Demonstrate appropriate interpersonal abilities (such as integrity, diplomacy, respect for cultural diversity, flexibility, perseverance, resourcefulness, etc.). Find out when this course is offered
	TECH 294 - Technical Support Internship II 4 CR Continues TECH 293 , for additional non-paying credit-earning, on-the-job experience in technical support. For NSCOM degree students only. Prerequisite(s): TECH 293 at BC and permission of instructor. Course Outcomes Apply his/her software, hardware, and business skills in a variety of duties and responsibilities in a work environment Manage his or her work load by employing multitasking techniques and task prioritization to manage his/her work load in solving problems Solve problems with computers using organizational/analytical skills Use appropriate interpersonal abilities (such as leadership, integrity, diplomacy, respect for cultural diversity, flexibility, perseverance, resourcefulness, etc.) Complete special projects Find out when this course is offered
	TECH 295 - Special Topics in Technology 1-10 CR Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject related to computing technologies and/or technical support practices. Topics are announced in the quarterly schedule. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits of different topics. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Course Outcomes Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter. Find out when this course is offered
	TECH 296 - Special Topics in Technology 1-10 CR Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject related to computing technologies and/or technical support practices. Topics are announced in the quarterly schedule. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits of different topics. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Course Outcomes Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter. Find out when this course is offered
	TECH 297 - Special Topics in Technology 1-10 CR Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject related to computing technologies and/or technical support practices. Topics are announced in the quarterly schedule. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits of different topics. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Course Outcomes Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter. Find out when this course is offered
	TECH 299 - Independent Studies in Technology 1-5 CR Covers directed readings, special projects, and independent study by a 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. Find out when this course is offered
Transitional Studies
	DEVED 020 - Job Preparedness 1 8 CR Course Outcomes Give and respond to spoken and written directions/instructions. Make and answer telephone calls and record oral information correctly. State job skills and experience in a mock or real interview situation. Respond appropriately to common interview questions. Demonstrate appropriate use of body language and gestures during greetings, leave-taking and interviews. Extract information form job-related documents (e.g., time card, work schedule, job advertisements, etc.) Identify appropriate job opportunities related to the individual’s skill and experience by using a variety of sources. Complete job related forms (e.g., W-4, time card, job application, etc.). Write a resume, cover letter, and/or thank you letter that is organized clearly, contains few or no grammatical, mechanical, or spelling errors, and is legible in a business-style format. Use word processing program to produce documents such as resumes and cover letters. Demonstrate the ability to participate effectively in groups. Find out when this course is offered
	DEVED 061 - Strategies for Learning English: Reading 5 CR Prepares English-as-a-second-language students for credit courses by building reading comprehension skills and vocabulary. Students participate in listening and speaking activities coordinated with reading topics. DEVED 061 and DEVED 062 are linked and must be taken together. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits. Prerequisite(s): Placement by assessment. Course Outcomes Raise reading level as measured by a standardized test in one or more areas: comprehension, speed, and/or vocabulary. Apply critical thinking skills to written text. (this includes identifying the main idea an supporting detail, distinguishing fact from opinion, and making inferences with level-appropriate material). Skim for main idea and scan for detail. Expand vocabulary by 100 or more words. (this may include idiomatic use of language and two-word verbs). Use an English/English dictionary when appropriate to identify the meaning of words, determine idiomatic use, and spelling. Apply appropriate context clues to identify the meaning of unfamiliar words. Use pre-reading skills to effectively build schema for understanding unfamiliar text. Summarize selections form level-appropriate authentic and ESL-adapted text. Demonstrate effective communication skills in a group setting, which include active listening, asking questions, and providing information. Identify strengths and weaknesses as a reader and develop strategies for improvement. Find out when this course is offered
	DEVED 062 - Strategies-Learning English: Grammar/Writing 5 CR Prepares English-as-a-second-language students for credit courses by developing grammar and writing skills at the sentence and paragraph level. Writing and editing work coordinate with the reading, speaking, and listening activities in DEVED 061 . DEVED 061 and 062 are linked and must be taken at the same time. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits. Course Outcomes Apply grammar skills to edit paragraphs (about 100 words in length) for commonly made mistakes. Commonly made being: unclear writing fragments run-on sentences comma splices verb tenses subject-verb agreement noun/pronoun agreement singular and plural prepositions word choice word form word order articles punctuation capitalization spelling Identify the parts of speech and their functions. Write paragraphs with a variety of sentence patterns. (Sentence patterns studied are simple, compound, more-formal compound, complex and mixture of compound and complex sentences. Identify own areas of strengths and weaknesses in editing Take responsibility for applying editing rules in writing and monitoring own progress in in-class writings throughout the quarter. Write paragraphs with a main idea in a topic sentence with appropriate supporting details. Write different styles of paragraphs that are often parts of a longer piece of work (3-5 paragraphs) the rhetorical styles of paragraphs are comparison/contrast, descriptive, narrative, and reason. Reflect on and write clearly about own experiences in weekly journal entries. Use a word processor appropriately (including the use of spell and grammar checks) to create selected written documents. Find out when this course is offered
	DEVED 074 - Strategies for Learning Nursing Content Part IV 2 CR Course Outcomes This course is designed for non-native speakers of English who are planning to study nursing in the Associate Degree Nursing Program, but who still need English. The four areas of communication (speaking, reading, listening, and writing) are reflected in the outcomes. The course is given in the summer and then offers ongoing support throughout the calendar college year. Expand general vocabulary of everyday health-related terminology to build a link to professional nursing language. Expand specific medical vocabulary, including abbreviations, important roots, prefixes, and suffixes. Take notes with some difficulty on lectures and other oral directives. Follow written and oral directions. Apply reading strategies such as skimming for main idea and scanning for detail, asking questions about text, summarizing and using context to determine the meaning of unfamiliar vocabulary. Apply study sills appropriately to learning tasks. Demonstrate interactive communication skills in face-to-face interactions and small group work. Demonstrate cross-cultural sensitivity in class and at eh clinical site. Apply basic pronunciation fundamentals that include intonation, rhythm, and stress speaking more clearly in face-to-face or group interactions. Apply oral questioning skills effectively to obtain relevant and necessary information. Apply math skills to solve problems specific to the profession of nursing. Find out when this course is offered
Translation and Interpretation
	TRANS 101 - Introduction to Translation and Interpreting 3 CR Introduction to translating and interpreting as a career, and for those who work with translators and interpreters. Overview of the field and skill necessary for the profession. Covers general problems involved in translating and interpreting. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program, bilingual proficiency. Course Outcomes Define and discuss the different types of translation and the difference between translating and interpreting Discuss the skills and personality traits necessary to be a successful translator or interpreter Know the role and importance of local and national professional organizations Understand the different types and levels of certification available to translators and interpreters. Know the difference between a certified translator and a certified translation. Explain the forms of accreditation and standards for translators Understand the ten step process of translation Have a basic understanding of the basic tools and business principles needed to set up a freelance business as a translator or interpreter. Be familiar with the dictionaries and resources needed for work as a translator or interpreter Know how to work with an agency Discuss and assess technology as it pertains to translators and interpreters and define their own needs in terms of the same. Comprehend the difference between machine translation, machine assisted translation, and computer aided translation tools. Understand at an elementary level the ethics of interpreting and translation Comprehend the different settings which interpreters work (courtroom, medical, business, conference) Understand the difference between consecutive and simultaneous interpreting and sight translation Find out when this course is offered
	TRANS 102 - Fundamentals of Interpreting 3 CR Covers the building blocks of interpreting, including analyzing, summarizing and paraphrasing, listening comprehension, shadowing, closure, and note taking. Prerequisite(s): TRANS 101 . Course Outcomes Understand and define the dynamics of interpretation Have the ability to analyze and organize a text for interpretation in terms of emotional tone and register, linguistic and cultural difficulties, and differences in types of meaning (propositional, presupposed, evoked) Practice using the stepping stones used to achieve good interpretation skills, such as: paraphrasing, summarizing, anticipation, dual-tasking. Will have practiced these skills in performing memory, shadowing and note-taking exercises. Work with the physical demands of interpretation in terms of posture, breathing, voice projection, and other qualities necessary to good speech. Know the principles and practices of sight translation, consecutive interpretation, and simultaneous interpretation, and be familiar with the skills required for each mode and with the settings in which each is used. Review dictionaries and other resources from an interpreter’s perspective Find out when this course is offered
	TRANS 103 - Fundamentals of Translation 3 CR Learn basic translation techniques and the process of translation. Includes a practical review of the English writing, editing, and proofreading skills necessary to produce clear, and polished translations. Prerequisite(s): TRANS 101 . Course Outcomes Understand the terms and concepts of translation Have a basic comprehension of translation theory Know how to analyze a source text in terms of the dynamics and the ten step process of translation Understand the differences in meaning that apply to translation: i.e. propositional meaning, expressive meaning, presupposed meaning, evoked meaning Be able to conduct effective terminology and content research with both traditional and non-traditional resources. Have the ability to review dictionaries and other resources Know how to create and use a glossary and a style sheet Have the ability to handle linguistically or culturally “untranslatable” concepts Be able to edit for content, accuracy and style. Understand formatting and presentation. Know how to proofread a text Understand disclaimers and professional liability Find out when this course is offered
	TRANS 104 - Technology for Translators & Interpreters 3 CR Introduction to the equipment and electronic tools used by professional translators and interpreters throughout their workflow. Develop basic skills using, assessing, and choosing appropriate hardware and software including computer-assisted translation tools. Prerequisite(s): TRANS 101 . Course Outcomes Understand PC Hardware in a very basic way, and be able to research, prioritize, and purchase the hardware that would be most appropriate to his/her own needs as a translator or interpreter Use the Internet for effective research, and understand ISPs, FTPs, the Web, and Search Engines Work with Microsoft Windows in order to: understand international settings, locale settings, and effective ways to input non-English characters in Windows programs Understand the components of a good website and create their own basic page with HTML code, images, and internal and external links Use several software programs useful to translators and/or interpreters for: desktop publishing, glossaries, bookkeeping, advanced formatting, etc. Understand and research the choices regarding Computer Aided Translation (CAT) tools, and use several of them on a beginner’s level. Understand the relationship between their software and choices and their clients, and exchange files with the latter in a number of ways Find out when this course is offered
	TRANS 105 - Terminology Management & Research 3 CR Develop skills in terminology research, dictionary usage, and glossary building. Basic terminology in the fields of medicine, law, computers, business, and international trade are covered. Prerequisite(s): TRANS 101 . Course Outcomes Comprehend basic terminology management theory as it applies to both translators and interpreters, including concept theory and terminology theory. Understand the meaning of the Triangle Model, Object Categorization, Classification of Concepts, Generic and Partitive Hierarchical Relationships, and Non-Intrinsic Relationships Know the difference between a Glossary and a Termbase Understand basic practical terminology applications, including data collection and classification, database structure and term entry structure Create a custom terminology management system and understand the various options for their creation: word-processors, spreadsheets, and software such as Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Trados Multiterm Understand and use sociolinguistic, geographic, temporal, and frequency labels. Use on-line references and tools such as bookmarks, links, and search engines. Know how to obtain highly specialized terminology data for such fields as: Computers and Software, Patents and Legal information, Business and International Trade, Medicine. Etc. Find out when this course is offered
	TRANS 106 - Ethics and Business Practice of Translation and Interpretation 3 CR Learn the role of the interpreter and translator in the business conference, medical and courtroom setting. Familiarize the student with current business practices, i.e., determining fees and negotiating contracts. Prerequisite(s): TRANS 101 . Course Outcomes Demonstrate an understanding of the role of the interpreter in the business in the business-conference, medical, and legal settings. Demonstrate an understanding of the Code of Ethics for Translators, the Codes of Ethics for Interpreters, and the ASL Ethics and Code of Conduct Demonstrate an understanding of protocol for translators and interpreters. Recognize the importance of impartiality and confidentiality, and conflicts of interest. Demonstrate a knowledge of the current business practices in translation and interpretation Market a freelance translation or interpretation business and possess some of the necessary tools such as: a resume, a portfolio, business cards. Demonstrate an understanding of how an agency works, and what it means to be an independent contractor. Know the prerequisites for starting a business in terms of licenses, equipment, fees. Demonstrate knowledge of how to negotiate a contract and create a contract Demonstrate an understanding of translation and copyright law Demonstrate an understanding of the meaning of professionalism and the importance of self-evaluation Find out when this course is offered
	TRANS 201 - Advanced Translation Skills I 3 CR Hands-on experience in the translation, editing, and finalization of actual commercial texts. Texts are drawn from a variety of fields including science technology, legal commercial, and medical. Emphasis is on professional presentation. Included is a team translation project. Prerequisite(s): Completion of TRANS 100 Level Courses (TRANS 101 , TRANS 103 , TRANS 104 , TRANS 105 , TRANS 106 ) with a grade of C or higher, or permission of Program Manager. Course Outcomes Create (and edit and proofread) a client-ready translation in a variety of fields under real-life conditions (e.g. deadlines) – alone and in a team Evaluate the quality of a translation and accept and learn from criticism from other translators, editors, and proofreaders Analyze a source document for translation and estimate production time Perform more advanced linguistic and terminological research and develop glossaries Select suitable field(s) of specialization Reflect on translation assignments and arrive at an unbiased self-evaluation Find out when this course is offered
	TRANS 202 - Advanced Interpreting Skills I 3 CR Provides opportunities for practical experience in the interpreting modes necessary for working in different settings. Prerequisite(s): Completion of 100 Level Courses (TRANS 101 , TRANS 102 , TRANS 104 , TRANS 105 , TRANS 106 ) with a GPA of 2.0, or permission of Program Manager. Course Outcomes Create (and edit and proofread) a client-ready translation in a variety of fields under real-life conditions (e.g. deadlines) – alone and in a team Evaluate the quality of a translation and accept and learn from criticism from other translators, editors, and proofreaders Analyze a source document for translation and estimate production time Perform more advanced linguistic and terminological research and develop glossaries Select suitable field(s) of specialization Reflect on translation assignments and arrive at an unbiased self-evaluation Find out when this course is offered
	TRANS 203 - Advanced Translation Skills II 3 CR Hands-on experience in the translation, editing, and finalization of actual commercial texts. Texts are drawn from a variety of fields including science technology, legal, commercial and medical. Emphasis is on professional presentation. Includes a team translation project. Prerequisite(s): TRANS 201 . Course Outcomes Interpret in consecutive, simultaneous, and sight translation modes at real-life speeds in a variety of registers, fields, and situations Apply proper protocol and ethical considerations Analyze a source document or speech for interpretation Critique interpreting performance and arrive at an unbiased self-evaluation; identify weaknesses and take corrective action Perform more advanced linguistic and subject matter research Find out when this course is offered
	TRANS 204 - Advanced Interpreting Skills II 3 CR Provides opportunities for practical experience in the interpreting modes necessary for working in different settings. Simultaneous, consecutive, and sight translation are practiced in different settings. Prerequisite(s): TRANS 202 . Course Outcomes Create (and edit and proofread) a client-ready translation in a variety of fields under real-life conditions (e.g. deadlines) – alone and in a team Evaluate the quality of a translation and accept and learn from criticism from other translators, editors, and proofreaders Analyze a source document for translation and estimate production time Perform more advanced linguistic and terminological research and develop glossaries Select suitable field(s) of specialization Reflect on translation assignments and arrive at an unbiased self-evaluation Find out when this course is offered
	TRANS 205 - Advanced Translation Skills III 3 CR Practical experience in translation, editing, and finalization of more complex commercial texts in a variety of fields. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program, bilingual proficiency. Course Outcomes Create (and edit and proofread) a client-ready translation in a variety of fields under real-life conditions (e.g. deadlines) – alone and in a team Evaluate the quality of a translation and accept and learn from criticism from other translators, editors, and proofreaders Analyze a source document for translation and estimate production time Perform more advanced linguistic and terminological research and develop glossaries Select suitable field(s) of specialization Reflect on translation assignments and arrive at an unbiased self-evaluation Find out when this course is offered
	TRANS 206 - Advanced Interpreting Skills III 3 CR Advanced practical experience in the three interpreting modes necessary for working in different settings. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program, bilingual proficiency. Course Outcomes Interpret in consecutive, simultaneous, and sight translation modes at real-life speeds in a variety of registers, fields, and situations Apply proper protocol and ethical considerations Analyze a source document or speech for interpretation Critique interpreting performance and arrive at an unbiased self-evaluation; identify weaknesses and take corrective action Perform more advanced linguistic and subject matter research Find out when this course is offered
World Languages
	WLANG 194 - Special Topics in World Languages 1-5 CR Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject supplementing the World Languages curriculum. Topics are announced in the quarterly schedule. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits. Recommended: Permission of instructor. Find out when this course is offered
	WLANG 195 - Special Topics in World Languages 1-5 CR Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject supplementing the World Languages curriculum. Topics are announced in the quarterly schedule. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits. Recommended: Permission of instructor. Find out when this course is offered
	WLANG 196 - Special Topics in World Languages 1-5 CR Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject supplementing the World Languages curriculum. Topics are announced in the quarterly schedule. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits. Recommended: Permission of instructor. Find out when this course is offered
	WLANG 197 - Special Topics in World Languages 1-5 CR Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject supplementing the World Languages curriculum. Topics are announced in the quarterly schedule. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits. Recommended: Permission of instructor. Find out when this course is offered

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RATEC 296 - Special Topics in Radiology

RATEC 297 - Special Topics in Radiology

RATEC 299 - Independent Studies

RECED 260 - Northwest Fitness Exploration

STEM 101 - STEM to Stern Cohort - I

STEM 102 - STEM to Stern Cohort - II

STEM 103 - STEM to Stern Cohort - III

STEM 201 - STEM to Stern Cohort - IV

STEM 202 - STEM to Stern Cohort - V

STEM 203 - STEM to Stern Cohort - VI

SOC& 101 - Introduction to Sociology

SOC 105 - Blacks in America

SOC 122 - Activism & Social Change

SOC 150 - The Social Lives of Children and Youth

SOC 194 - Special Topics in Sociology

SOC 195 - Special Topics in Sociology

SOC 196 - Special Topics in Sociology

SOC 197 - Special Topics in Sociology

SOC 198 - Seminar in Sociology

SOC 199 - Individual Studies in Sociology

SOC& 201 - Social Problems

SOC 210 - Popular Culture

SOC 215 - Television, Culture and Society

SOC 222 - Sports in Society

SOC 230 - Education in the 21st Century

SOC 240 - Identity, Self and Social Interaction

SOC 246 - Religion and Our Social World

SOC 248 - Public Health Around the Globe

SOC 249 - Disability in Society

SOC 250 - Growing Up and Older in America

SOC 252 - Work and the Culture of Employment

SOC 253 - Men & Masculinities

SOC 254 - Gender in the Social World

SOC 255 - Dating, Relationships, and Families

SOC 256 - Sex and Sexualities

SOC 258 - Sociology of the Body

SOC 260 - Death and Dying

SOC 262 - Sociology of Race & Ethnicity

SOC 264 - Intersections of Inequality and Identity

SOC 265 - City Life and Culture

SOC 268 - You Are What You Eat: Food in Society

SOC 270 - Deviance in Society

SOC 275 - Technology in Everyday Life

SOC 278 - Global Sociology

SOC 294 - Special Topics in Sociology

SOC 295 - Special Topics in Sociology

SOC 296 - Special Topics in Sociology

SOC 297 - Special Topics in Sociology

SOC 298 - Seminar in Sociology

SOC 299 - Individual Studies in Sociology

SPAN 108 - Spanish for Health Care Providers

SPAN& 121 - Spanish I

SPAN& 122 - Spanish II

SPAN& 123 - Spanish III

SPAN 194 - Special Topics Spanish

SPAN 195 - Special Topics Spanish

SPAN 196 - Special Topics Spanish

SPAN 197 - Special Topics Spanish

SPAN 199 - Individual Studies in Spanish

SPAN& 221 - Spanish IV

SPAN& 222 - Spanish V

SPAN& 223 - Spanish VI

SPAN 231 - Spanish for Heritage Speakers I

SPAN 232 - Spanish for Heritage Speakers II

SPAN 233 - Spanish for Heritage Speakers III

SPAN 299 - Individual Studies in Spanish

TECH 199 - Independent Studies in Technology

TECH 215 - PC Analysis & Configuration I

TECH 217 - PC Analysis & Configuration II

TECH 223 - Using & Supporting Linux

TECH 289 - Portfolio Evaluation of Work Experience

TECH 293 - Technical Support Internship I

TECH 294 - Technical Support Internship II

TECH 295 - Special Topics in Technology

TECH 296 - Special Topics in Technology

TECH 297 - Special Topics in Technology

TECH 299 - Independent Studies in Technology

DEVED 020 - Job Preparedness 1

DEVED 061 - Strategies for Learning English: Reading