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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
 

Accounting
  

  • ACCT 101 - Practical Accounting I

    5 CR

    Introduces the use of journals and ledgers for reporting business transactions. Students learn periodic adjustments, closing procedures, and preparation of financial statements. Not recommended for students transferring to four-year baccalaureate degree programs. Most four-year universities do not accept this course for credit towards baccalaureate degree requirements.

    Course Outcomes
    • Evaluate the fundamental accounting equation
    • Compute and record financial transactions
    • Discuss the importance of cash management and Internal Controls
    • Prepare and analyze financial statements
    • Explain the steps taken to complete the accounting cycle
    • Describe the need and use of special journals and subsidiary ledgers
    • Discuss the relationship of ethics to financial accounting


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  • ACCT 102 - Practical Accounting II

    5 CR

    Covers accounting procedures for corporations and partnerships and analysis of financial statements. Not recommended for students transferring to four-year baccalaureate degree programs. Most four-year universities do not accept this course for credit towards baccalaureate degree requirements.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 101  with a C or better, or ACCT 201  with a C or better, or entry code.

    Course Outcomes
    • Account for bad debts, distinguish between different inventory-flow assumptions, and calculate cost of inventory.
    • Acquire, use, and dispose fixed assets in the accounting records.
    • Depreciate fixed assets, amortize intangible assets, and deplete natural resources.
    • Calculate bond premium and discount, while considering the time-value-of-money.
    • Distinguish between different types of corporate stock and dividends.
    • Construct a statement of cash flows using both direct and the indirect methods.
    • Infer and assess the liquidity, solvency, and profitability of a corporation using its financial statements.
    • Discuss the relationship of ethics to financial accounting.
     


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  • ACCT 135 - Business Payroll Tax Accounting

    3 CR

    Examines systems and operations of payroll tax accounting. Students learn to prepare Form 941, 940, and W-2. The use of software such as Microsoft Excel is incorporated into the course. Topics include the Fair Labor Standards Act and Social Security Act.

    Recommended: ACCT 101 .
    Course Outcomes
    • Apply federal and state laws that affect employees and employer’s payroll operation.
    • Record payroll transactions in compliance with GAAP.
    • Compare and explain different methods of wage determination.
    • Prepare payroll forms required by the state and federal government.
    • Demonstrate payroll knowledge by manually completing and describing the payroll cycle.
    • Apply payroll competency by completing a project using a computerized payroll program.
    • Evaluate the effect of employee benefits, withholdings and wages on the accounting equation.


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  • ACCT 146 - 10-Key

    1 CR

    Previously BTS 146.
    Introduction to the computer 10-key, keypad and the functions of the desktop calculator. Either BTS 146 or ACCT 146 may be taken for credit, but not both.

    Recommended: Previous computer experience or permission of the instructor.
    Course Outcomes
    • Operate a 10-key keypad by touch without looking at his/her fingers. 
    • Perform basic operations in addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and fractions 
    • Perform speed of 12,000 strokes per hour with 95% accuracy 


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  • ACCT 160 - Washington State: Tax and Audit

    5 CR

    This course will cover the State of Washington tax requirements, reporting and audit procedures. Topics covered will include State Unemployment, Labor & Industries, Department of Revenue – B&O and Business Property Tax. State audit processes will be covered and how companies can prepare for an audit, interpret the findings and the appeal process.

    Recommended: ACCT 101  or ACCT 201 .
    Course Outcomes
    • Prepare the State Unemployment Tax Report and explain the process and calculation
    • Discuss the purpose and reporting requirements of the Department of Labor & Industries and complete state required filings
    • Create and maintain capital asset schedules for State Property Tax Reporting
    • Complete the annual State Property Tax filing
    • Explain the implications of Business and Occupation Tax and prepare required filings
    • Describe the audit process as conducted by the Department of Revenue, Employment Security, and Labor & Industries


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  • ACCT 172 - Small Business Computerized Accounting

    5 CR

    Applies computer software solutions to specific accounting problems. Topics include accounts receivable, accounts payable, depreciation, payroll, ledgers, and financial statements.

    Recommended: ACCT 101  or ACCT 201 .
    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze and record financial transactions using accounting software.
    • Prepare the payroll for a service or a merchandising business.
    • Prepare revenue and payroll tax forms for state or federal government.
    • Prepare end-of-period transactions.
    • Create, print, and analyze financial statements and reports using accounting software.
    • Analyze the effects of transactions on the fundamental accounting equation.
    • Complete a computerized recordkeeping system of accounting.
    • Complete a standardized certification exam Discuss the use and application of ethics in computerized financial accounting.

     


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  • ACCT 194 - Special Topics in Practical Accounting

    1-10 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject supplementing the Practical Accounting curriculum. Topics are announced in the quarterly schedule. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits.

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


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  • ACCT 195 - Special Topics in Practical Accounting

    1-10 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject supplementing the Practical Accounting curriculum. Topics are announced in the quarterly schedule. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits.

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


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  • ACCT 196 - Special Topics in Practical Accounting

    1-10 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject supplementing the Practical Accounting curriculum. Topics are announced in the quarterly schedule. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits.

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


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  • ACCT 197 - Special Topics in Practical Accounting

    1-10 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of a subject supplementing the Practical Accounting curriculum. Topics are announced in the quarterly schedule. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits.

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


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  • ACCT 199 - Individual Studies in Accounting

    1-10 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 selected topic between student and faculty.


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  • ACCT& 201 - Principles of Accounting I

    5 CR

    Presents the nature and social setting of accounting, uses of accounting information, and basic concepts and procedures. The first accounting course required of business administration students planning to transfer to a four year college or university.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101  with a C or better. MATH 138  or higher with C or better.

    Course Outcomes
    • Identify the purpose and uses of financial accounting
    • Apply basic accounting principles and assumptions to business transactions
    • Employ double-entry bookkeeping to record and report on basic business operational transactions in an accounting system
    • Describe the impact of basic operating transactions on a business’s financial position
    • Critically analyze a business’s financial position and operational results
    • Discuss the origins of fraud and means by which a business may protect itself from it
    • Demonstrate business communications skills through a variety of assessments such as team assignments, oral presentations, and written documents 


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  • ACCT& 202 - Principles of Accounting II

    5 CR

    Presents basic concepts used in financial reporting and interpreting financial statements.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 201  with a C or better or entry code.

    Course Outcomes
    • Describe the impact of basic investing and financing transactions on a business’s financial position
    • Employ double-entry bookkeeping to record and report on basic business investing and financing transactions in an accounting system
    • Construct a report of a business’s cash flows
    • Critically analyze a business’s financial position, cash flows, and operational results
    • Employ time value of money theory in the analysis of long-term financial transactions
    • Demonstrate business communications skills through a variety of assessments such as team assignments, oral presentations, and written documents


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  • ACCT& 203 - Principles of Accounting III

    5 CR

    Analyzes and evaluates accounting information as part of the control, planning, and decision making processes. Students concentrate on the use of information by business managers and decision makers.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 202  with a C or better or entry code.

    Course Outcomes
    • Demonstrate a general understanding of the uses/benefits of accounting information in an organization and provide a framework for applying this information in a simulated setting.
    • To evaluate cost terms, concepts, and behaviors as they relate to accounting systems.
    • To analyze cost-volume-profit relationship tools for decision making.
    • To utilize budgeting techniques, variance analysis, the balanced scorecard and other tools to measure organizational performance.
    • Create accounting models for use in decision making, capital budgeting, differential analysis and other performance measures.
    • Demonstrate “test for understanding” skills with the instructor, to assure he/she is on track with the course assignments and expectations.
    • Improve the following skills: learning, written communication, teamwork, deductive reasoning, and critical thinking.
     


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  • ACCT 225 - Survey of Financial and Managerial Accounting

    5 CR

    Provide students in non-accounting programs an introduction to the world of financial and managerial accounting. The course will emphasize how financial data is used through the organization and how that data is transformed into useful information to support business decisions. Not recommended for students in a paraprofessional or transfer accounting programs. Not for Accounting majors.

    Recommended: ENGL 101 .
    Course Outcomes
    • Explain and demonstrate the role and use of accounting information and business ethics in the decision-making process.
    • Analyze and distinguish accounting standards and principles.
    • Explain the measurement, use and control of cash. Interpret the primary financial statements and assess the company’s liquidity, solvency and profitability.
    • Explain the types and flow of manufacturing and non-manufacturing costs.
    • Calculate targeted profit levels and analyze cost-volume-profit relationships and how they are used in planning and control.
    • Prepare and use budgets and analyze variances to evaluate performance.
    • Identify and use relevant information in decision-making in regards to short-run and long-run decisions.


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  • ACCT 234 - Managerial Accounting

    5 CR

    Explores the use of managerial accounting techniques and analytical tools in business decision-making. Students focus on short- and long-range financial planning, management planning, and control.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 102  with a C or better, or entry code.

    Course Outcomes
    • Explain the types and flow of manufacturing and non-manufacturing costs.
    • Determine and apply overhead costs in job-order, activity based, and process costing systems.
    • Distinguish the overhead application in variable and absorption costing systems.
    • Calculate targeted profit levels and perform a cost-volume-profit analysis.
    • Prepare and use master and flexible budgets, and analyze variances to evaluate performance.
    • Calculate return on investment and construct a balanced scorecard.
    • Evaluate investments and projects by calculating and using the net present value, internal rate of return and payback methods.
    • Discuss the use and application of ethics in managerial accounting.


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  • ACCT 240 - Computerized Accounting

    5 CR

    Using a mid-range accounting system, students complete all functions of a full accounting cycle. Topics include use of the general ledger, recording accounting transactions, accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory, job costing, payroll, reporting and financial statements.

    Recommended: ACCT 101  or ACCT 201 .
    Course Outcomes

    • Analyze and record financial transactions using accounting software.
    • Prepare the payroll for a service or a merchandising business.
    • Prepare revenue and payroll tax forms for state or federal government.
    • Describe, calculate and prepare end-of-period transactions.
    • Create, report, and analyze financial statements and reports using accounting software.
    • Analyze and discuss the effects of transactions on the fundamental accounting equation.
    • Complete a computerized recordkeeping system of accounting.
    • Discuss the use and application of ethics in computerized financial accounting.


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  • ACCT 245 - Accounting Systems for the Enterprise

    5 CR

    Using a mid-range accounting information system program, students collect and communicate strategically valuable information including: general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliation, banking, purchase orders, invoicing, payroll, fixed assets, reporting, map business process flows and assure system security.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 101  with a C or better, ACCT 201  with a C or better, or entry code.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze and record financial transactions.
    • Describe, report and perform accounting transactions in a complex computerized accounting system.
    • Apply a complex computerized accounting system to a service and merchandising business.
    • Explain, compute, record and analyze year-end entries and financial statements.
    • Explain and apply ethics, internal controls, Smartlist and Sarbanes-Oxley within a midrange information accounting system.
    • Evaluate and describe accounting and timekeeping functions.


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  • ACCT 250 - Intermediate Accounting I

    5 CR

    In-depth examination of theoretical foundations of Accounting. Topics include cash flow, revenue recognition, lease accounting, and advanced financial reporting.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 101  or ACCT 201  with a C or better, or entry code.

    Course Outcomes
    • Explain the application of the FASB Conceptual Framework. 
    • Apply ethical decision making. 
    • Analyze the decision making and measurement processes to prepare financial statements.
    • Apply accounting principles to the recognition and recording of assets, liabilities and equity. 
    • Use mathematical methods to calculate and record the time value of money. 
    • Calculate and apply inventory measurements and explain inventory cost flow assumptions. 
    • Calculate and apply depletion, depreciation and amortization methods. 


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  • ACCT 260 - Governmental and Non-Profit Accounting

    5 CR

    Presents a framework for accounting and financial reporting for government and not-for-profit organizations. Topics include general and special fund accounting for hospitals, charities, foundations, colleges and universities, and government agencies.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 101  or ACCT 201  with a C or better, or entry code.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze government and not-for-profit financial reporting and how it differs from for-profit businesses.
    • Analyze and apply the purpose of fund accounting, the types of funds used by governments and not-for-profits, and the basic government and fund statements.
    • Explain the process related to governmental activities and the recognition of revenue and expenditures, including long-term debt obligations.
    • Define and apply the process that governments use to account for permanent and fiduciary funds.
    • Analyze and discuss the accounting and financial reporting requirements for not-for-profit organizations.
    • Explain the complexities of financial analysis, including assessing economic conditions, calculating, and interpreting financial ratios.
    • Discuss the use and application of ethics in governmental and non-profit accounting.


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  • ACCT 272 - QuickBooks Certification

    2 CR

    This course is designed to prepare students for the QuickBooks User Certification Exam. The course will cover new features in the current release of QuickBooks Premier as well as provide a review of the overall program features. The certification exam will be taken in the last week of the quarter.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 172  with a C or better, or entry code.

    Course Outcomes
    • Analyze and record financial transactions using accounting software
    • Prepare the payroll for a service or a merchandising business
    • Prepare revenue and payroll tax forms for state or federal government
    • Prepare end-of-period transactions
    • Create, print, and analyze financial statements and reports using accounting software
    • Analyze the effects of transactions on the fundamental accounting equation
      Complete a computerized recordkeeping system of accounting
    • Complete a standardized certification exam
    • Discuss the use and application of ethics in computerized financial accounting
    • Complete the QuickBooks User Certification Exam


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  • ACCT 285 - Federal Income Taxes I

    5 CR

    Introduces the concepts and procedures for preparing personal federal income tax returns.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 102  or permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Describe and apply the types of taxes imposed at the federal, state, and local levels.
    • Apply the federal tax rules for personal and dependency exemptions.
    • Analyze and discuss the concepts of gross income.
    • Discuss and apply tax planning opportunities for maximizing deductions.
    • Identify, analyze and explain deductions from income related to employee and self-employed expenses.
    • Analyze property transactions to determine gains or losses, basis for consideration, and nontaxable exchanges.
    • Use technology and information resources to research issues in individual federal taxation.
    • Create a federal tax return for individuals using Schedules C and D.
    • Discuss the use and application of ethics in federal tax reporting.


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  • ACCT 288 - Bookkeeping Certification

    10 CR

    Prepares students to take the Certified Bookkeeper Examination administered by the American Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (AIPB). Topics: Adjusting and Correcting Entries, Depreciation, Payroll, Inventory, Internal Controls and Fraud Prevention. Additional fees are assessed for off-site testing.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 101 , ACCT 102 , ACCT 135 , ACCT 234 , ACCT 250 , and ACCT 285  with a B- or better, or entry code.

    Course Outcomes
    • Employ industry-standard bookkeeping skills in adjustments, error correction, payroll, depreciation, inventory, and internal controls.
    • Solve bookkeeping problems in a timely manner. 
    • Demonstrate ability to perform as a professional bookkeeper.
    • Use correct terminology related to accounting careers and the accounting field. 
    • Analyze and record financial transactions and properly report financial information.
    • Use critical thinking skills in order to identify and solve problems in accounting.
    • Successfully prepare to sit for the Certified Bookkeeper Examination administered by the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB)


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  • ACCT 294 - Special Topics in Accountancy/Finance

    1-10 CR

    Allows in-depth study of subjects supplementing the accountancy curriculum. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

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


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  • ACCT 295 - Special Topics in Accountancy/Finance

    1-10 CR

    Allows in-depth study of subjects supplementing the accountancy curriculum. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

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


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  • ACCT 296 - Special Topics in Accountancy/Finance

    1-10 CR

    Allows in-depth study of subjects supplementing the accountancy curriculum. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

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


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  • ACCT 297 - Special Topics in Accountancy/Finance

    1-10 CR

    Allows in-depth study of subjects supplementing the accountancy curriculum. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

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


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  • ACCT 299 - Individual Studies in Accounting

    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 selected topic between student and faculty.


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  • ACCT 300 - Finance

    5 CR

    An introduction to financial decision making. Topics include financial statement analysis, time value of money, risk and return, financial assets, securities valuation, capital budgeting, cost of capital, and capital structure.

    Prerequisite(s): Program Entry Requirements and ACCT 250 .

    Course Outcomes
    • Construct financial statement analysis • Calculate and defend time-value of money • Value financial assets, their use to include risk and rates of return • Analyze cash flow estimates and risk analysis • Develop forecasting and working capital management and budgeting


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  • ACCT 350 - Intermediate Accounting II

    5 CR

    Continuation of theoretical foundations of accounting. The course covers valuation of assets, business financing options and in-depth examination of lease accounting.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the program and ACCT 250 .

    Course Outcomes
    • Apply the accounting methods for investments in operating assets at the date of acquisition. • Illustrate and employ the accounting methods for the use and retirement of operating assets. • Discuss and calculate debt and equity financing options. • Classify debt and equity securities. • Using the most appropriate accounting method for a business, calculate the acquisition, use and sale of debt and equity securities. • Identify accounting methods for capital leases.


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  • ACCT 351 - Intermediate Accounting III

    5 CR

    Continuation of theoretical foundations of accounting. The course covers business capital structures, interim reporting, and advanced analysis of domestic and international financial statements and standards.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 350 .

    Course Outcomes
    • Calculate basic and diluted earnings per share. • Analyze derivative types and hedging activities. • Identify and correct accounting errors. • Illustrate and employ changes in the accounting system. • Compare international and domestic accounting standards. • Prepare an in-depth financial statement analysis in order to identify creative and fraudulent accounting. • Compute the Taxation of Assets • Recognize and Interpret Pensions and Other Postretirement benefits


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  • ACCT 360 - Cost Accounting

    5 CR

    Covers the purpose and the methods of cost accounting for an efficient and effective planning and control. It examines cost behavior and alternate costing methods including joborder, process, and standard cost accounting systems, as well as cost variances. It also covers budgets and profitability analysis.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the program and ACCT 234 .

    Course Outcomes
    • Develop a cost-volume-profit analysis. • Employ job-order and activity-based costing. • Calculate cost variances. • Analyze the behavior of costs. • Select and employ the most appropriate inventory costing method for the business • Conduct cost analysis and Estimation • Utilize Cost Management Systems


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  • ACCT 380 - Environmental Accounting

    5 CR

    The course covers utilization of advanced accounting topics with a focus on measurement of environmental costs and benefits in the decision making process and evaluation techniques of natural resources, taxation and the profession’s role in environmental issues.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 360  and ACCT 351 .

    Course Outcomes
    • Examine the impact of the environment on financial statements.
    • Prescribe the best accounting practices for adoption, establishment and implementation of an environmental policy.
    • Develop and perform an environmental audit.
    • Account and control for the costs of waste, packaging and recycling. 
    • Appraise the environmental sustainability of an organization’s practices.
    • Evaluate the external social audits.


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  • ACCT 400 - Accounting Information Systems

    5 CR

    Introduces the student to systems analysis and the application of information system concepts to the accounting process. Both manual and automated accounting cycles are studied. System processes, controls, flowcharting and internal controls relevant to each of the major transaction processing cycles for a typical business enterprise are covered.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 351 .

    Course Outcomes
    • Construct an accounting system that provides appropriate financial information required to make informed, timely decisions. • Model and employ the utilization and design of the system that is vital to the efficiency and internal controls of acquiring such information. • Interpret the fundamental concepts of accounting systems design, including how accounting systems capture important business transactions that drive decisions and execution. • Analyze the technology of accounting systems, file processing, database concepts and tools • Examine the process to use the information system to perform audit functions. • Compare the latest commercial accounting software; apply technological developments for the production of reports and exchange of business data in an enterprise environment.


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  • ACCT 420 - Auditing

    5 CR

    Introduction to auditing standards; the legal and ethical environment of the profession. Strong emphasis is given on materiality, audit risk, and audit reports. It covers the concepts for application of the audit process to multiple business cycles, internal controls, and to an audit of financial statements by using work papers, sampling, and audit tests and procedures.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 400 .

    Course Outcomes
    • Evaluate auditing standards. • Identify and examine materiality and audit risk. • Conduct an audit on internal controls and inspect for potential fraud. • Outline and Implement an audit plan and an audit program. • Design an audit process of sales, collection, acquisition, payment, payroll, inventory, and warehousing cycles. • Compose professional and objective audit reports in accordance to auditing standards.


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  • ACCT 450 - Federal Income Taxation II

    5 CR

    Advanced approach to principles of federal taxation. The course specifically covers concepts and provisions of federal income taxation in relation to property transactions, partnerships, corporations, trusts and estates.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 285  and admission to BAS Accounting program.

    Course Outcomes
    • Calculate taxes on capital gains and losses. • Outline and implement nontaxable exchanges. • Analyze the capital structure and operating rules of corporations. • Evaluate the taxation for earnings, profits and distributions. • Implement and assess the taxation and provisions for corporations, trusts and estates.


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  • ACCT 470 - Advanced Accounting

    5 CR

    Accounting theory which covers business combinations, consolidated financial statements, and international transactions and investments. Emphasis is given on mergers and acquisitions, subsidiary investments and transactions, international accounting issues and foreign currency transactions, derivatives and hedging activities.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 351  and ACCT 360 .


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  • ACCT 490 - Accounting Capstone I

    5 CR

    This baccalaureate-level course takes a Directed Learning Project (DLP) approach and provides students with a structured learning experience by completing a major practical project in accounting. Students are going to be mentored through the course by a supervising instructor/accounting professional. This course is intended to enhance professional experience in a specific curriculum-related area of accounting, such as auditing, taxation, fraud, finance, payroll, receivables, payables, governmental and nonprofit accounting.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    • Integrate skills and knowledge acquired from specific curriculum-related area and experiences. • Develop a project plan following appropriate methods and tools related to selected area. • Evaluate, and develop effective methods to manage selected area of project milestones and timelines. • Demonstrate technical and practical competency in completing deliverables. • Work productively individually or in a team environment communicating appropriately with all team members. • Develop an effective report and presentation commensurate with the scope and complexity of the project. • Present information in an effective format and discuss issues arising using a constructive approach. • Demonstrate an in-depth and integrated understanding and knowledge of the complexity of the selected project to accounting faculty and peers.


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  • ACCT 491 - Accounting Capstone II

    5 CR

    This course is a continuation of ACCT 490 . The course is intended to provide students with opportunities for analysis, synthesis, prescription, and application of accounting concepts related to the Directed Learning Project undertaken in ACCT 490 , along with case studies pulled from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) site for public Corporations. Students will apply critical thinking and decision making skills to these real-world business cases involving complex accounting decisions.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 490 .

    Course Outcomes
    • Integrate skills and knowledge acquired from DLP. • Implement a project plan following appropriate methods and tools related to selected area. • Review, refine and adjust a work plan. • Demonstrate advanced technical competency in completing deliverables. • Analyze task results, to include successes and areas for future improvement. • Work productively individually or in a team environment, if applicable to task, communicating professionally with all team members. • Develop a professional report and presentation commensurate with the scope and complexity of the work. • Present information in a professional format and discuss issues as the lead facilitator. • Demonstrate an in-depth and integrated understanding of the complexity of accounting.


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Accounting - Transfer
  

  • ACCTG 199 - Individual Studies in Accounting

    1-10 CR

    Allows an individual student to acquire or practice skills beyond the regular curriculum.

    Course Outcomes
    Individual studies course. Outcomes will vary. 


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  • ACCTG 295 - Seminar in Accounting

    2 CR

    Studies special problems in accounting and/or training of teaching assistants for ACCT 201  and ACCT 202 . Course graded on a Pass/Fail basis.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    Special topics course. Outcomes will vary. 


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  • ACCTG 296 - Seminar in Accounting

    2 CR

    Studies special problems in accounting and/or training of teaching assistants for ACCT 201  and ACCT 202 . Course graded on a Pass/Fail basis.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    Special topics course. Outcomes will vary. 


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  • ACCTG 297 - Seminar in Accounting

    2 CR

    Studies special problems in accounting and/or training of teaching assistants for ACCT 201  and ACCT 202 . Course graded on a Pass/Fail basis.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    Special topics course. Outcomes will vary. 


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  • ACCTG 299 - Individual Studies in Accounting

    1-10 CR

    Allows an individual student to acquire or practice skills beyond the regular curriculum.

    Course Outcomes
    Individual studies course. Outcomes will vary. 


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Alcohol and Drug Counseling
  

  • ALDAC 094 - Special Topics in Alcohol and Drug Counseling

    1-5 CR

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

    Course Outcomes
    • Implement new theory, techniques, and/or regulatory guidelines in an addiction treatment setting.


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  • ALDAC 095 - Special Topics in Alcohol and Drug Counseling

    1-5 CR

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

    Course Outcomes
    • Implement new theory, techniques, and/or regulatory guidelines in an addiction treatment setting.


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  • ALDAC 096 - Special Topics in Alcohol and Drug Counseling

    1-5 CR

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

    Course Outcomes
    • Implement new theory, techniques, and/or regulatory guidelines in an addiction treatment setting.


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  • ALDAC 097 - Special Topics in Alcohol and Drug Counseling

    1-5 CR

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

    Course Outcomes
    • Implement new theory, techniques, and/or regulatory guidelines in an addiction treatment setting.


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  • ALDAC 100 - Professional Development in Addiction Counseling

    1 CR

    Introduction to the field of addiction counseling and treatment. Overview of state mandated education requirements, certification processes for CDP/CDPT licenses and methods for documenting CDPT work experience hours.

    Course Outcomes
    • Demonstrate basic understanding of the therapeutic frame
    • Identify the components of the multidimensional biopsychosocial disease of chemical dependency
    • Identify the differences between certification processes related to alcohol/drug studies program
    • Apply to the Washington State Department of Health to be a Registered Counselor
    • Create a professional portfolio
    • List the differences between client populations and agency cultures
    • Build a transitional resume for entering into a new career


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  • ALDAC 102 - Chemical Dependency Pharm of Alcohol and Drugs

    3 CR

    Examines the physiological and psychological effects of alcohol and other psychoactive drugs including various categories of psychoactive substances and their absorption, ingestion, metabolism, acute intoxication, withdrawal symptomatology, and short and long term effects on severity of addiction and process of recovery.

    Course Outcomes
    • Recognize the potential for substance use disorders to mimic a variety of medical and psychological disorders and the potential for medical and psychological disorders to co-exist with addiction and substance abuse.
    • Recognize the established diagnostic criteria for substance use disorders.
    • Describe the physiological affects of alcohol and other drugs on the central nervous system
    • Demonstrate understanding of the agonist and antagonist affects of alcohol and other drugs on the central nervous system
    • Describe the on set and progression of addiction and substance related disorders
    • Demonstrate understanding of the signs and symptoms of the various withdrawal syndromes associated with addiction to alcohol and other drugs


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  • ALDAC 103 - Introduction to Counseling Helping Profession

    3 CR

    Introduces basic theories, models and techniques used in the counseling professions. Includes interviews with current counseling professionals, hands on practice with counseling techniques and transference, counter-transference self-awareness inventories.

    Course Outcomes
    • Recognize that crisis may indicate an underlying substance use disorder and may be a window of opportunity for change
    • Describe the personal benefits and liabilities of being employed in the field of chemical dependency counseling
    • Demonstrate understanding of the importance of self-awareness in one’s personal and professional life
    • Describe the collaborative process that facilitates the client’s progress toward mutually determined goals and objectives
    • Demonstrate the utilization of strategies designed to maintain personal physical and mental wellness


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  • ALDAC 104 - Prior Learning Portfolio Development Seminar

    1 CR

    Alcohol and Drug Studies students explore learning theory, document non-traditional learning and life experiences for evaluation as college level learning. Students pay per credit fee for all academic credits awarded in addition to the cost of the seminar.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the program director.

    Course Outcomes
    • Apply experiential learning theory to life experience.
    • Apply appropriate ALDAC theory/theories to life experience.


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  • ALDAC 105 - Chemical Dependency Client and Family Education

    3 CR

    Explores effects of substance use, abuse and dependence on families and family dynamics. Includes review of community resources and content for educating family members of alcohol and drug addicted individuals.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of program director.

    Course Outcomes
    • Recognize the importance of family, social networks and community systems in the treatment and recovery process
    •  Describe the importance of referrals to other professionals, agencies, community support programs or other appropriate resources designed to assist family members with the recovery process
    • Describe the effects of addiction on family systems
    • Demonstrate the importance of self evaluation in regards to personal family issues regarding addiction


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  • ALDAC 106 - Chemical Dependency Individual Counseling

    3 CR

    Introduces counseling theory and techniques for working with alcoholic and drug addicted individuals with emphasis on motivation to change. Includes practice and development of chemical dependency counseling techniques and strategies.

    Prerequisite(s): ALDAC 100 , ALDAC 102 , ALDAC 103 , and HSSA 101  and permission of program director.

    Course Outcomes
    •  Demonstrate the ability to establish a helping relationship
    • Demonstrate the skills and knowledge needed to promote client knowledge, skills and attitudes that contribute to a positive change in substance use behaviors.
    • Demonstrate the counseling techniques associated with motivational interviewing
    • Describe a variety of addiction counseling theories designed to promote change in substance use attitudes and behaviors
    • Describe the collaborative nature of the chemical dependency professional/client relationship


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  • ALDAC 108 - Chemical Dependency Case Management

    3 CR

    Introduces mandated requirements for case management responsibilities including patient record management for alcoholic and drug addicted individuals.

    Prerequisite(s): ALDAC 100 , ALDAC 102 , ALDAC 103 , and HSSA 101  and permission of program director.

    Course Outcomes
    • Describe the adaptation of counseling strategies to a patient’s individual characteristics
    • Demonstrate the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to meet accepted principles of patient record management including but not limited to: patient rights to privacy and confidentiality; accuracy in preparing intake, assessment and screening reports; progress of patients in relation to treatment goals and objectives; prepare accurate concise discharge summaries; and use accepted models for documenting treatment outcomes.
    • Demonstrate ability to apply federal, state and local laws and regulations in the documentation required for chemically dependent patients
    • Describe the various case management models and their applications


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  • ALDAC 125 - Chemical Dependency Assessment and Diagnosis

    2 CR

    Provides diagnostic skills required to accurately assess an individual’s use, abuse or dependence on psychoactive substances. Includes assessment standards for evaluating severity of substance dependence on life functioning and patient placement in the continuum of care.

    Prerequisite(s): ALDAC 100 , ALDAC 102 , ALDAC 103 , and HSSA 101  and permission of program director.

    Course Outcomes
    • Identify the diagnostic differences between psychoactive substance use, abuse and dependence
    • Utilize various diagnostic tools and strategies for assessing and individual’s use of psychoactive substances
    • Understand legal issues and requirements for court ordered assessments and clinical evaluations
    • Identify how confidentiality law applies to patient disclosures during the assessment process
    • Utilize ASAM patient placement criteria including effects of psychoactive substance use on the six dimensions of life functioning
    • Understand the similarities and differences between treatment levels identified in the continuum of care.


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  • ALDAC 150 - Chemical Dependency Relapse Prevention

    3 CR

    Addresses processes, behaviors and circumstances related to relapse and recovery with chemically dependent patients.

    Prerequisite(s): ALDAC 102 , and HSSA 101  and permission of program director.

    Course Outcomes
    • Describe various relapse prevention theories and models as well as recovery support systems
    • Demonstrate knowledge and skills to teach addiction client relapse prevention techniques
    • Describe difference between relapse prevention counseling and therapy


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  • ALDAC 160 - Chem Dependency Culturally Competent Counseling

    2 CR

    Introduces the multicultural counseling competencies needed to meet the diverse needs of alcoholic and drug addicted individuals. Includes exercises in self-awareness about diverse communities and barriers to effective addiction treatment.

    Course Outcomes
    • Demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to share culturally relevant formal and informal education regarding substance abuse treatment an prevention programs
    • Describe culturally relevant methods for measuring treatment outcomes and describing client progress
    • Demonstrate how to incorporate the needs of culturally diverse groups of people including those with disabilities into clinical practice
    • Demonstrate understanding of culturally relevant signifiers and need for nondiscrimination in the clinical setting.


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  • ALDAC 194 - Special Topics in Alcohol and Drug Counseling

    1-6 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of subjects supplementing the alcohol and drug studies curriculum. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

    Course Outcomes
    • Implement new theory, techniques, and/or regulatory guidelines in an addiction treatment setting


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  • ALDAC 195 - Special Topics in Alcohol and Drug Counseling

    1-6 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of subjects supplementing the alcohol and drug studies curriculum. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

    Course Outcomes
    • Implement new theory, techniques, and/or regulatory guidelines in an addiction treatment setting.


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  • ALDAC 196 - Special Topics in Alcohol and Drug Counseling

    1-6 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of subjects supplementing the alcohol and drug studies curriculum. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

    Course Outcomes
    • Implement new theory, techniques, and/or regulatory guidelines in an addiction treatment setting


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  • ALDAC 197 - Special Topics in Alcohol and Drug Counseling

    1-6 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of subjects supplementing the alcohol and drug studies curriculum. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

    Course Outcomes
    • Implement new theory, techniques, and/or regulatory guidelines in an addiction treatment setting.


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  • ALDAC 198 - Seminar in Alcohol and Drug Counseling

    1-3 CR

    Includes seminars and workshops for which college credit is offered. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

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


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  • ALDAC 199 - Individual Studies in Alcohol and Drug Counsel

    1-6 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 program director.

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


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  • ALDAC 204 - Chem Dep Adolescent Assessment and Treatment

    2 CR

    Examines the similarities and differences between adolescent and adult onset of addiction, various treatment models and developmental delay. Includes practice with adolescent specific diagnostic and patient placement criteria.

    Prerequisite(s): ALDAC 102  and HSSA 101  and permission of program chair.

    Course Outcomes
    • Demonstrate use of established diagnostic criteria for substance abuse related disorders and patient placement criteria for adolescents and how they differ from those applied to adults
    • Describe variety of accepted counseling theories and strategies used in different treatment modalities with adolescents
    • Demonstrate ability to self assess potential personal limitations associated with delivering clinical services to adolescents
    • Describe patterns of substance use behaviors in adolescents and how they differ from adult substance users
    • Demonstrate ability to teach adolescents accepted and effective relapse prevention strategies designed for youth


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  • ALDAC 206 - Chemical Dependency Group Counseling

    3 CR

    Examines psycho-educational dynamics, models, techniques and theories of group counseling with alcoholic and drug addicted individuals. Includes practice and development of group counseling skills.

    Prerequisite(s): ALDAC 106  and permission of program director.

    Course Outcomes
    • Describe variety of culturally appropriate models and strategies for group counseling clients with substance use disorders
    • Demonstrate the ability to form group by determining size type and purpose of group; establishing criteria for entrance into group; establishing group goals and ground rules for behavior; identifying outcomes; and determining criteria and methods for client termination and/or graduation
    • Describe and summarize client behavior in group for the purpose of documenting client’s progress
    • Demonstrate the ability to shift focus of group when process and content are not consistent with group meeting goals
    • Describe variety of dynamic processes group experience as new members join and old members exit group


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  • ALDAC 207 - Chem Dependency HIV AIDS Brief Risk Intervention

    1 CR

    Provides education on the pathology, intervention and treatment of HIV AIDS and other blood borne pathogens required for chemical dependency professional trainee and certification requirements to be a chemical dependency professional.

    Course Outcomes
    • Demonstrate skill to promote client knowledge regarding routes of administration for HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted diseases (STD), TB and other blood and sirborne pathogens
    • Demonstrate skills utilizing universal healthcare precautions
    • Recognize variety of referral sources for assessing and treating air and blood borne pathogens
    • Demonstrate skill to assess addiction client’s risk for HIV/AIDS infection and promote healthy behaviors to reduce risk
    • Describe the helath and behavior problems related to substance abuse including transmission and prevention of blood and airborne pathogens


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  • ALDAC 220 - Chemical Dependency Clinical Practicum

    3 CR

    Provides opportunity for one on one counseling, group counseling and case management services in a DBHR certified chemical dependency treatment program with qualified supervision.

    Prerequisite(s): ALDAC 106 , ALDAC 108 , ALDAC 204 , and ALDAC 206  and permission of program director.

    Course Outcomes
    • Demonstrate knowledge and attitudes necessary to insure the successful coordination of treatment services from screening to assessment to implementing treatment plan to discharge
    • Demonstrate skills to facilitate group and one on one counseling as well as client education lectures
    • Demonstrate knowledge of agency philosophy, policies and procedures
    • Demonstrate practical application of counseling and drug alcohol treatment theory
    • Complete Chemical Dependency Professional Trainee required fifty hours of directly observed client contact as stipulated in WAC 246-811


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  • ALDAC 225 - Chemical Dependency Ethics and Laws

    3 CR

    Provides up to date understanding of state and federal statutes, state regulations and code of ethics specific to the field of alcohol and drug counseling and the provision of chemical dependency treatment services in Washington State.

    Prerequisite(s): ALDAC 106  and ALDAC 108  and permission of program director.

    Course Outcomes
    • In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the NAADAC Code of Ethics, use teaching techniques that are culturally relevant and sensitive to the needs of clients with learning disabilities.
    • Implement the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) as it applies to the treatment of alcoholism and drug addiction; the education of counselors and certification process for Chemical Dependency Professionals; client’s rights and grievance procedures; and the regulations for reporting incidents of elder and child abuse.
    • Implement the Washington Administrative Code as it applies to chemical dependency treatment standards and expectations of client care.
    • Implement Federal regulations outlined in CFR part 42 on client rights to privacy and confidentiality.
    • Implement Washington State DUI law and drug court diversions, reporting requirements and referrals.
    • Describe victims panels, drug court procedures and probation requirements for clients required to be in alcohol/drug treatment.


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  • ALDAC 230 - Chem Dependency Family and Couples Counseling

    3 CR

    Introduces counseling theory and techniques for working with families, couples and significant others affected by alcoholic and drug addicted individuals with emphasis on prevention, crisis management and intervention strategies. Includes practice and development of crisis management and intervention techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): ALDAC 100 , ALDAC 102 , ALDAC 103  and HSSA 101  and permission of program director.

    Course Outcomes
    • Describe variety of counseling theories for working with families, couples and significant others
    • Demonstrate knowledge of family system dynamics affected by substance use
    • Describe variety of intervention models and theories utilized to facilitate admitting a resistant client into alcohol/drug treatment
    • Describe variety of prevention theories and models used to assist families, couples and significant others avoid risks associated with substance use
    • Demonstrate skills to facilitate the engagement of family members and significant others in the treatment process
    • Demonstrate accepted crisis management skills
    • Recognize variety of community based referral sources that support and/or treat families, couples and significant others affected by substance use related disorders



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  • ALDAC 235 - Chemical Dependency Human Development

    4 CR

    Examines application of various theories on human development from fetal epigenesist to geriatrics in addiction treatment. Explores the effects of personal and parental use of psychoactive substances and related environmental stressors on human development patterns.

    Course Outcomes
    • Apply various theories on human development as an alcohol/drug counselor
    • Identify prenatal complications related to parental use of psychoactive substances
    • Identify the influences of genetics and socio-environmental experiences on adolescent and adult onset of addiction
    • Describe the effects of parental psychoactive substance use on different stages of human development.
    • Describe the effects of individual psychoactive substance use on completion of human growth tasks from infancy through geriatric developmental stages.
    • Accurately assess issues related to cognitive and physical developmental delay resulting from parental and individual use of psychoactive substances


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  • ALDAC 240 - Chemical Dependency Psychopathology

    4 CR

    Examines the interaction of substance abuse and dependence with co-occurring psychological disorders. Explores the biological psychological and social influences on the use and abuse of substances, theories of addiction, and common myths and realities of alcoholism and drug addiction.

    Course Outcomes
    • Identify common cultural and societal myths and realities of the psychopathology of substance use, abuse, dependence and co-occurring disorders.
    • Identify limitations on CDP scope of practice evaluating and treating co-morbid disorders.
    • Make referrals for detailed evaluation and assessment of mood, thought and personality disorders complicating the treatment of chemical dependency.
    • Recognize the effects of transient signs and symptomatology of mood, thought and personality disorders in chemical dependency treatment settings and on the recovery process.
    • Recognize the value and complications associated with the use of psychotropic medications in chemical dependency treatment.
    • Apply theories and models used to treat co-morbidity.


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  • ALDAC 294 - Special Topics in Alcohol and Drug Counseling

    1-6 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of subjects supplementing the alcohol and drug studies curriculum. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

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


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  • ALDAC 295 - Special Topics in Alcohol and Drug Counseling

    1-6 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of subjects supplementing the alcohol and drug studies curriculum. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

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


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  • ALDAC 296 - Special Topics in Alcohol and Drug Counseling

    1-6 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of subjects supplementing the alcohol and drug studies curriculum. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

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


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  • ALDAC 297 - Special Topics in Alcohol and Drug Counseling

    1-6 CR

    Allows specialized or in-depth study of subjects supplementing the alcohol and drug studies curriculum. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

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


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  • ALDAC 298 - Seminar in Alcohol and Drug Counseling

    1-3 CR

    Includes seminars and workshops for which college credit is offered. Topics are announced in the class schedule.

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


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  • ALDAC 299 - Individual Studies in Alcohol and Drug Counsel

    1-3 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 program director.

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


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  • HSSA& 101 - Introduction to Addictive Drugs

    3 CR

    Surveys drinking and drug use, alcoholism, and drug addiction. Students discuss relevant theories and research, treatment rationale and modalities, and the social, psychological, physical, and legal aspects of chemical dependency.

    Course Outcomes
    • Describe a variety of models and theories of addiction and other problems related to substance use
    • Describe the philosophies, practices, policies, and outcomes of tne most generally accepted and scientifically supported models of treatment and recovery for addiction and other substance-related problems
    • Demonstrate the importance of research and outcome data in the field of chemical dependency counseling.
    • Recognize the importance of facilitating the client’s utilization of available support systems and community resources that promote the recovery process
    • Recognize the value of an interdisciplinary approach to addiction treatment
    • Describe the warning signs, symptoms and the progression of substance use disorders


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Allied Health
  

  • AHE 100 - Introduction to Healthcare

    5 CR

    Previously HPRO 100.
    An introduction to health care delivery systems, associated career opportunities, and related trends. Looks at the industry as a whole and the integration of services and professions. Students explore career choices including educational requirements, job outlooks, governing agencies, occupational requirements, pay ranges, professional requirements, and employer expectations. Either HPRO 100 or AHE 100 may be taken for credit, but not both.

    Course Outcomes
    • Explain the various types of health care delivery systems, services and providers including private, government, voluntary, and non-profit agencies.
    • Differentiate between occupational “clusters” in health care (therapeutic, diagnostic, information services, environmental services, prevention, etc).
    • Outline a range of careers in the fields of health care, medicine, and wellness.
    • Assess aptitude for a career in health care.
    • Identify the requirements and expectations of health care employers.
    • Identify trends and changes that may impact health care delivery systems and career choices.
    • Explain the basic legal and ethical responsibilities common to all healthcare systems


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  • AHE 110 - Medical Terminology

    5 CR

    Previously HPRO 120.
    Provides a comprehensive foundation of basic medical terminology for use in health care careers. Includes Greek and Latin word roots, prefixes, suffixes, combining forms, special endings, plural forms, abbreviations and symbols. Terminology emphasis on body structures, anatomical systems, pathologies, medical procedures, medical specialties, and common terms and abbreviations used in health care. Introduces concepts and application or reading, writing and interpreting common medical formats such as HPI and SOAP. Either HPRO 120 or AHE 110 may be taken for credit, but not both.

    Course Outcomes
    • Utilize word roots, prefixes, suffixes and combining forms to build medical terms.
    • Explain medical abbreviations, signs, and symbols accurately.
    • Apply reading, writing, spelling and pronunciation of common terms for medical terminology.
    • Distinguish common medical terms in relation to anatomy, physiology, pathology, medical procedures, medical treatments, and diagnostic tests.
    • Interpret common medical formats of communication.
    • Apply properly and accurately constructed written medical formats.


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  • AHE 120 - Safety for Healthcare

    2 CR

    Previously HPRO 105 and RADON 107 .
    Provides basic training in CPR, First Aid, HIV/AIDS, and the prevention of workplace violence. Either one of HPRO 105 or RADON 107  or AHE 120 may be taken for credit.

    Course Outcomes
    • Apply the prescribed training for First Aid as specified by WAC 296-54-51520 and as established by OSHA guidelines.
    • Apply the prescribed training for Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (CPR) as specified by WAC 296-54-51520 and as established by OSHA guidelines.
    • Apply the prescribed training for Washington State 7-hour training program in Blood borne Pathogens/HIV/AIDS as required by RCW 70.24.310 using prescribed KNOW training materials available from DSHS.
    • Apply prevention training in healthcare workplace violence as required by Washington RCW 49.19


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  • AHE 130 - Human Systems

    5 CR

    Previously HPRO 125.
    Introductory course covering basic cellular, tissue, organ and system structure. Presents an overview of the structure and function of human systems. This course does not substitute for BIOL 241  and/or BIOL 242 . Either HPRO 125 or AHE 130 may be taken for credit, but not both.

    Course Outcomes
    • Explain the basic relationships between cells, tissue, organs, and systems.
    • Define the major anatomical structures and systems of the human body.
    • Explain the primary functions of each major anatomical system.
    • Summarize the major interrelationships among anatomical systems.


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  • AHE 140 - Professional Relationships in Healthcare

    5 CR

    Previously HPRO 130.
    Includes interpersonal communication with patients, families, and co-workers. Developing communication skills, cultural competencies, and maintaining customer satisfaction in health care settings. Introduces HIPAA compliance in communication. Either HPRO 130 or AHE 140 may be taken for credit, but not both.

    Course Outcomes
    • Examine his/her own self-perceptions related to communication, culture, diversity and pluralism in the health care environment.
    • Distinguish appropriate, active and effective communication methods across race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or other protected status.
    • Evaluate and apply standards of responsible and confidential communications as required in health care practice.
    • Apply effective communication strategies for the professional environment while interacting with coworkers, in team environments, and using appropriate conflict management techniques for both patients and other professionals.
    • Identify resources as needed for personal cultural competency and for assisting patients.


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  • AHE 194 - Special Topics in Allied Health

    1-10 CR

    Previously HPRO 194.
    Allows specialized, supplemental, or in-depth study of Health Sciences and Allied Health topics. Specific topics are announced in the course schedule.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of program director.

    Course Outcomes
    Outcomes will vary with each course offering.


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  • AHE 195 - Special Topics in Allied Health

    1-10 CR

    Previously HPRO 194.
    Allows specialized, supplemental, or in-depth study of Health Sciences and Allied Health topics. Specific topics are announced in the course schedule.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of program director.

    Course Outcomes
    Outcomes will vary with each course offering.


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  • AHE 196 - Special Topics in Allied Health

    1-10 CR

    Previously HPRO 194.
    Allows specialized, supplemental, or in-depth study of Health Sciences and Allied Health topics. Specific topics are announced in the course schedule.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of program director.

    Course Outcomes
    Outcomes will vary with each course offering.


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  • AHE 197 - Special Topics in Allied Health

    1-10 CR

    Previously HPRO 194.
    Allows specialized, supplemental, or in-depth study of Health Sciences and Allied Health topics. Specific topics are announced in the course schedule.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of program director.

    Course Outcomes
    Outcomes will vary with each course offering.


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  • AHE 199 - Individual Study in Allied Health

    1-10 CR

    Previously HPRO 199.
    Covers directed readings, special projects and independent study by an individual student. Designed for students to coordinate with an instructor to investigate individual topics of interest in Health Professions. Specific topics of interest to be arranged with instructor.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of program director.

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


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  • AHE 294 - Special Topics in Allied Health

    1-10 CR

    Previously HPRO 294.
    Allows specialized, supplemental, or in-depth study of Health Sciences and Allied Health topics. Specific topics are announced in the course schedule.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of program director.

    Course Outcomes
    Outcomes will vary with each course offering.


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  • AHE 295 - Special Topics in Allied Health

    1-10 CR

    Previously HPRO 294.
    Allows specialized, supplemental, or in-depth study of Health Sciences and Allied Health topics. Specific topics are announced in the course schedule.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of program director.

    Course Outcomes
    Outcomes will vary with each course offering.


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  • AHE 296 - Special Topics in Allied Health

    1-10 CR

    Previously HPRO 294.
    Allows specialized, supplemental, or in-depth study of Health Sciences and Allied Health topics. Specific topics are announced in the course schedule.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of program director.

    Course Outcomes
    Outcomes will vary with each course offering.


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  • AHE 297 - Special Topics in Allied Health

    1-10 CR

    Previously HPRO 294.
    Allows specialized, supplemental, or in-depth study of Health Sciences and Allied Health topics. Specific topics are announced in the course schedule.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of program director.

    Course Outcomes
    Outcomes will vary with each course offering.


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Allied Health Education - Administration
  

  • AHEA 100 - Medical Law and Ethics

    3 CR

    Previously HPRO 131.
    Introductory course in the “practical” application of law and ethics as related to medical issues healthcare employees face on a daily basis. Topics include federal and state legislation, legal liability, HIPAA, confidentiality and release of information, scheduled drugs and DEA regulations, standard-of-care, and an exploration of the legal issues related to ethical considerations of conception, quality-of-life, hospice care, and advance directives. Either HPRO 131 or AHEA 100 may be taken for credit, but not both.

    Prerequisite(s): Placement by assessment into ENGL 101 , or completion of ENGL 092  or ENGL 093  with a C or better. Completion of AHE 100  and AHE 100  with a C or better, or permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    Describe the fundamental medical laws and ethical considerations for health care practice. Apply knowledge of medical law and ethics by completing paperwork used in a medical office (e.g., living wills, power of attorney, release of information forms) Explain legal confidentiality practices for medical offices


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  • AHEA 102 - Introduction to Medical Administration

    5 CR

    Previously HPRO 135.
    This course introduces students to basic medical office procedures, including patient scheduling, written and oral communication, telecommunications, medical records management, and daily financial practices. Either HPRO 135 or AHEA 102 may be taken for credit, but not both.

    Prerequisite(s): Placement by assessment into ENGL 101 , or completion of ENGL 092  or ENGL 093  with a C or better. Completion of AHE 100 , AHE 110 , and<$! > BTS 161  with a C or better or permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    Describe the role and function of medical administration in the office setting. Distinguish and use appropriate medical administrative procedures Process basic financial and medical records for a medical office Apply medical administrative procedures with traditional and informatics based systems Communicate effectively and professionally with workplace patients and staff Apply safety practices for the medical office


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  • AHEA 104 - Introduction to Billing and Coding

    5 CR

    Introduces Medical Billing & Coding procedures including insurance coverage, terminology, payment systems, legal and ethical issues, healthcare compliance, and collections, and common coding systems such as ICD and CPT.

    Prerequisite(s): Placement by assessment into ENGL 101 , or completion of ENGL 092  or ENGL 093  with a C or better. Successful completion of AHE 100 , AHE 110 , AHE 120 , AHE 130 , AHE 140 , HLTH 145  and BTS 161  with a C or better at BC; or permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    Define terminology, abbreviations, coding systems, and billing structures related to medical billing & coding Define and apply concepts of ethical billing & coding practice Use common billing & coding systems Apply basic coding procedures to common billing situations Apply communication strategies to interact with insurance companies, patients and providers


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  • AHEA 106 - Medical Computer Systems

    5 CR

    Medical computer applications familiarizes students with electronic health record and financial record software used in the medical office and/or hospital settings.

    Prerequisite(s): Placement by assessment into ENGL 101 , or completion of ENGL 092  or ENGL 093  with a C or better. Successful completion of AHE 100 , AHE 110 , AHE 120 , AHE 130 , AHE 140 , HLTH 145  and BTS 161  with a C or better at BC; or permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    Demonstrate competency in medical computer programs (Practice Management as well as Electronic Medical Record software) Explain legal and ethical issues related to medical computer applications Execute data management using electronic healthcare records such as the EMR Use office hardware and software to maintain office systems Utilize computerized office billing systems


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  • AHEA 110 - Health Unit Coordinator I

    5 CR

    Previously HPRO 174.
    First in a series of courses that focus on the skills needed to become a Health Unit Coordinator. Includes certification requirements, basic data entry, proper workplace behavior, and basic office procedures. Application of these skills will be done in a lab setting. Either HPRO 174 or AHEA 110 may be taken for credit, but not both.

    Prerequisite(s): Placement by assessment into ENGL 101 , or completion of ENGL 092  or ENGL 093  with a C or better. Successful completion of AHE 100 , AHE 110 , AHE 120 , AHE 130 , AHE 140 ; HLTH 145 ; AHEA 100 , AHEA 102 , AHEA 104 , and AHEA 106  with a C or better at BC; or permission of instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    Explain the history and purpose of the health unit coordinating profession and history of the National Association of Health Unit Coordinators (NAHUC). Identify the tasks that health unit coordinators perform which aid nurses, doctors, hospitals, patients and visitors. Explain the function of the departments in finance, diagnostic, and therapeutic services, additional services, and operational services. Identify the proper use of communication systems found in health care facilities and describe the uses of each. Analyze and demonstrate proper workplace behavior in regards to legal versus ethical issues, employment law, and patient privacy regulations i.e. HIPAA. Explain needs of diverse patient population. Describe the certification and recertification process for health unit coordinators.


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  • AHEA 112 - Health Unit Coordinator II

    5 CR

    Previously HPRO 175.
    The second in a series of courses focusing on skills needed to become a Health Unit Coordinator. Students learn the procedures and skills required for this position in a simulated healthcare environment. Either HPRO 175 or AHEA 112 may be taken for credit, but not both.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of AHEA 110  with a C or better or permission of the instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    Prepare and maintain patients’ charts Analyze and use the steps for the transcription of doctors’ orders Distinguish between doctors’ orders for tests, therapies/services, medication, and nursing orders Admit, discharge, and transfer a patients Demonstrate the health unit coordinator’s patient-centered activities, including the steps for completing admission, discharge, transfer, and surgical-related forms Use practice software to retrieve diagnostic test results


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  • AHEA 118 - Health Unit Coordinator Practicum

    5 CR

    Previously HPRO 176.
    Capstone course of the Health Unit Coordinator program allows students an opportunity to apply skills learned in the classroom. Students perform functions required in a nursing unit and are monitored and supervised by an experienced Health Unit Coordinator. Either HPRO 176 or AHEA 118 may be taken for credit, but not both.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of AHEA 110  and AHEA 112  with a C or better at BC, and permission of the instructor.

    Course Outcomes
    Communicate effectively and professionally with workplace patients and staff Perform admissions, discharges, internal and outside transfers Accurately transcribe medication, laboratory, diagnostic imaging, electrocardiograms, electroencephalograms, activity, positioning and therapeutic orders Perform job related technical tasks utilizing computer software Demonstrate awareness and respect for cultural differences Identify emergency code procedures for the hospital setting


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